Turkey: Foreign tourists evacuated as wildfires threaten resorts

Coastguard vessels and private boats have brought holidaymakers to safety, as the death toll rises.
....read more

Worthington wins gold & GB swimmers make history - day nine so far

Charlotte Worthington wins a dramatic BMX park freestyle Olympic gold as Great Britain's swimmers complete historic Games.
....read more

Simone Biles withdraws from floor final at Tokyo Olympics

American Simone Biles withdraws from the floor final but is yet to make a decision on whether to compete on beam.
....read more

Anti-eviction lawmaker camps overnight on US Capitol steps

Cori Bush fears millions of US tenants could be at risk if an eviction freeze is allowed to expire.
....read more

GB win record eighth swimming medal, Scott becomes most decorated British Olympian

Great Britain wins a record eighth swimming medal in Tokyo while Duncan Scott becomes the most decorated British Olympian at a Games after silver in the men's 4x100m medley relay.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Charlotte Worthington wins BMX freestyle gold for Great Britain

Great Britain's Charlotte Worthington wins a thrilling gold in the women's BMX park freestyle Olympic final.
....read more

Taxi and food discounts offer to boost youth jabs

The government's latest vaccine drive comes as 67% of 18 to 29-year-olds in England have had a first jab.
....read more

Your pictures on the theme of 'making tracks'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.
....read more

The autistic-friendly toy shop: 'We have got this'

Retail worker Romilly, who is autistic, wants to create a comfortable space for other autistic people to shop in.
....read more

The X Factor: What became of the star-making hit show?

How the show that once topped viewing figures, and created big stars appears to have run its course.
....read more

Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg: The top hip-hop dancer who can’t count the beats

Dancer Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg was labelled "stupid" at school. Now she has returned to education - as a lecturer.
....read more

The perfect storm striking World of Warcraft

All of a sudden, WoW players are in revolt, and its competitors are having a boom.
....read more

Nairobi - the centre of East Africa's thriving arts scene

Artists from across East Africa have converged on Kenya's capital, creating a vibrant scene.
....read more

Covid: One in five firms plan job cuts as furlough tapers - survey

From Sunday, government payments reduce to 60% towards salaries, with employers paying 20%.
....read more

Heatwave risk from plans to convert shops to homes

Turning more commercial property into homes raises fears of sub-standard conditions, says a report.
....read more

‘Lenders won’t touch us - my home’s worth nothing'

Campaigners say government attempts to unlock parts of the property market paralysed by the cladding crisis have stalled.
....read more

The Papers: 'Kebabs for jabs' and 'baby no 2' for PM and Carrie

Several papers report that Boris Johnson and wife Carrie are expecting their second child together.
....read more

Donald Trump ordered to hand over tax returns to Congress

The ruling is a big legal blow to the ex-president, who has not publicly disclosed his tax returns.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: GB win gold in 4x100m mixed medley relay in world record time

Watch as Britain's Kathleen Dawson, Adam Peaty, James Guy and Anna Hopkin win mixed medley relay gold in a new world record time at Tokyo 2020.
....read more

GB claim mixed medley relay to win fourth swimming gold for first time in 113 years

Great Britain secure a fourth swimming gold at an Olympics for the first time in 113 years by winning the inaugural 4x100m mixed medley relay in a world-record time.
....read more

Simone Biles: Tokyo Olympics gymnast withdraws from two more events

American Simone Biles pulls out of the vault and uneven bars gymnastics finals at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
....read more

Imelda Staunton pictured as Queen in Netflix's The Crown for first time

Staunton takes on the role played by Claire Foy and Olivia Colman for the drama's fifth series.
....read more

Home car charger owners urged to install updates

Security vulnerabilities in two domestic electric car chargers were discovered by researchers.
....read more

Owners of home car chargers urged to install updates

Security vulnerabilities in two domestic electric car chargers have been discovered by researchers.
....read more

Elon Musk: 'I don't want to be CEO of anything'

Elon Musk reiterated on Friday that he doesn't want to be Space X or Tesla boss. What's going on?
....read more

From Afghan interpreter to US homeless - until reaching the American dream

Thousands of Afghan interpreters have waited years to flee to the US. Arriving is a different story.
....read more

KT Tunstall on her show-halting hearing loss

The singer-songwriter has put her touring plans on hold over concerns she could become completely deaf.
....read more

The Papers: Summer breaks in Europe on 'brink' and 'hols hell'

Several of Saturday's front pages carry fears that Spain could be added to the UK's amber plus list.
....read more

Dorset photographer shoots Star Wars Lego in cinematic style

A 34-year-old Dorset photographer is recreating cinematic sci-fi scenes using his Star Wars Lego kits.
....read more

The man who 'killed' Pluto

How Mike Brown’s discovery of a larger object threatened Pluto’s 75-year status as a planet
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Declan Brooks 'won't ever get over' double-backflip BMX crash

Declan Brooks was knocked unconscious in a crash that almost cost him his BMX place at Tokyo.
....read more

'Bennerley Viaduct has Facebook followers in Germany'

The Victorian rail bridge was almost demolished but now has fans all over the world.
....read more

Week in pictures: 24-30 July 2021

A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week.
....read more

‘If only I’d found out earlier I had pelvic congestion syndrome’

Sophie Robehmed suffered from back and stomach pains for years before being diagnosed with PCS.
....read more

Employee shortages: Where have all the workers gone?

From hospitality to road haulage, firms say they can't get staff. So are employees now calling the shots?
....read more

Guli Frances-Dehqhani: The bishop tackling England's housing crisis

The Church of England owns a lot of land - Guli Frances-Dehqhani wants to use it for the common good.
....read more

Mitholz - the tranquil Swiss village facing a time bomb

More than 60 years after a deadly explosion ruined Mitholz, the village remains under threat.
....read more

Nigeria's kidnap crisis: 'I saw my two-year-old carried by a man with a gun'

Parents of schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria describe their trauma, and dilemma over the ransom demands.
....read more

Brownlee finally claims Olympic gold as GB win triathlon mixed relay

Great Britain's Jessica Learmonth, Jonny Brownlee, Georgia Taylor-Brown and Alex Yee produce a superb performance to win gold in the first Olympic triathlon mixed relay.
....read more

'Covid vaccine scammers nearly got me'

Sioban Moore escaped disaster by a whisker after receiving a fake email inviting her for a jab.
....read more

'I was asked how often I use the toilet'

Disabled jobseekers have to overcome too many barriers, MPs say.
....read more

GB's Greenbank wins 200m backstroke bronze

Luke Greenbank continues Great Britain's impressive performances in the pool at the Tokyo Olympics by winning bronze in the men's 200m backstroke final.
....read more

Covid in Wales: Self-isolation rules to ease for double jabbed

Fully vaccinated contacts of positive Covid cases will not have to isolate from 7 August.
....read more

US sailor charged over massive USS Bonhomme warship blaze in 2020

More than 60 people were injured, and the $1bn USS Bonhomme Richard had to be scrapped.
....read more

Pregnant women urged to get jab as majority unvaccinated

Estimates suggest that hundreds of thousands of pregnant women in England have not yet had the vaccine.
....read more

Migrant women and babies held in shocking conditions, MPs find

A group of MPs describes scenes at a Dover asylum unit as "wholly inappropriate" and a Covid risk.
....read more

Coronavirus: Israel to give third jab to people aged over 60

It will be the first country to offer such a Covid booster amid a recent surge in infections.
....read more

The Papers: 'No jab, no job' threat and 'red alert' for travel

The papers cover concerns about compulsory vaccination at work and possible changes to travel rules.
....read more

Olympics: The hidden sight of Tokyo's homeless

For many among Tokyo's homeless community the Olympics are far from a cause for celebration.
....read more

Rapper ENNY talks sexual consent in latest track

The rising south London rapper talks about art imitating life in her new single.
....read more

Cheerleader Sarah Frei's fight back after having both legs amputated

A drunk driver changed teenager Sarah Frei’s life, but a year on, she’s determined to stay positive.
....read more

‘I'm black, my partner's white - stop asking me if this is my baby’

When Ena Miller had a baby, she was unprepared for the constant comments about her daughter's skin tone.
....read more

China warns UK as carrier strike group approaches

A fleet of British ships is currently sailing through the South China Sea en route to Japan.
....read more

The Strokes debut Is This It at 20: Nudes, booze and 9/11

How the New York City band's 2001 debut album heralded "a new spirit in guitar music".
....read more

Dressage: How to make a horse dance

For some, it's an oddity to watch only at the Olympics... for others, it's a lifetime of training.
....read more

The seaweed farmers with high hopes for their harvest

Kelp grown off the coast of the Isle of Skye could be used in food, packaging and cosmetic products.
....read more

The fungus and bacteria tackling plastic waste

Bacteria, fungus and enzymes can all digest plastic, but can they work at a useful commercial scale?
....read more

Covid and a coup: The double crisis pushing Myanmar to the brink

A surge in virus cases has dealt a fresh blow to a country already dealing with military coup.
....read more

Dairy giant Arla says driver crisis hitting milk supply

Supermarket supplier Arla Foods says a lorry driver shortage has forced it to cut deliveries by up to 25%.
....read more

Settlement in Canadian wrong sperm lawsuit

Former fertility doctor Norman Barwin used his own or unknown sperm to impregnate patients.
....read more

Empty shop numbers rise as Covid continues to bite

The number of vacant shops continues to rise after a year of lockdowns, the BRC says.
....read more

Bumble to give staff unlimited paid leave

The dating app's policy is subject to manager approval and comes after the firm shut down for a week.
....read more

Disease killing 'Europe's oldest' elm tree

Believed to almost 800 years old, the Beauly elm has been laser scanned as part of work to document it.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Australian athletics team isolating after close contact with Covid-19 case

Multiple members of the Australian athletics team are isolating after coming into close contact with a positive Covid-19 case.
....read more

Outspoken billionaire Sun Dawu jailed for 18 years in China

He has in the past been vocal in criticising authorities and has spoken out about human rights.
....read more

Arthur: Popular children's show to end after 25 years

US public broadcaster PBS confirmed the final episode will air in winter 2022.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: USA's Caeleb Dressel breaks Olympics record to win 100m freestyle

Watch as USA swimmer Caeleb Dressel wins the 100m freestyle to claim his second gold at the Tokyo Olympics.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Emily Craig and Imogen Grant miss out on lightweight double sculls medal

Watch as Emily Craig and Imogen Grant miss out on a lightweight double sculls medal by just 0.01 seconds at the Tokyo Olympics.
....read more

Britain's Wilby sixth in 200m breaststroke final

Great Britain's James Wilby finishes sixth as Zac Stubblety-Cook sets a new Olympic record to win gold in the men's 200m breaststroke final in Tokyo.
....read more

UK already undergoing disruptive climate change

Last year was the third warmest, fifth wettest and eight sunniest on record in the UK, scientists warn.
....read more

Google workers will need Covid jabs to return to office

The search engine says it will roll the policy out globally across its offices in the coming months.
....read more

Covid vaccines: Tourists head to the US to get vaccinated

Some tourists are spending thousands of dollars to travel to the US to get a coronavirus vaccine.
....read more

Mikey Poulli: The young blind footballer backed by star players

Mikey Poulli, who lost his sight due to a rare degenerative condition, dreams of playing for England.
....read more

Pingdemic: Bar staff being told to delete NHS app

One in five hospitality workers are isolating, and some are being told to delete the NHS Covid app.
....read more

H.E.R. on shedding her anonymity and conquering R&B

For years the singer stayed in the shadows but after Grammy and Oscar wins she's ready to be seen.
....read more

Gaza photographer hopes digital art boom can help raise aid money

A Palestinian photographer wants to help children by selling an image from May's conflict.
....read more

South Africa riots: The inside story of Durban's week of anarchy

The worst unrest since white-minority rule ended has left deep scars, especially in the coastal city of Durban.
....read more

Music industry turns to livestreaming to boost revenue

Festivals, DJs and musicians are all using new tech to entertain fans and make money during Covid.
....read more

My Money: 'I had forgotten how it all adds up'

Marketeer Toni says being able to socialise more and meet colleagues is pushing her spending higher.
....read more

Covid: Furlough scheme set to wind down further

Employers will have to contribute more to the job support scheme before it is phased out in September.
....read more

Car production hit by 'pingdemic' and global chip shortage

The UK industry says the demand is there but it is "desperately trying to get back to full capacity".
....read more

'Reckless' to scrap BTecs, educators warn

The government is urged to rethink its plans to introduce new technical qualifications in England.
....read more

Fresh warning over rip-off locator forms on Google

'Devious' sites which charge money for a free passenger locator form top search engine results.
....read more

The Papers: Travel 'hope' and 'health risk' over quarantine end

The papers cover the impact of the decision to ease quarantine for vaccinated US and EU travellers.
....read more

Richer parents pressured teachers on exam grades

"Sharp-elbowed" parents have been chasing better grades in this year's replacement exams, says study.
....read more

Activision Blizzard staff walk out over harassment claims

Employees of the company behind Call of Duty are angry over allegations of sexism and harassment.
....read more

Let more Afghan interpreters resettle in UK, say ex-military chiefs

More Afghans who worked for British forces should be allowed to resettle in the UK, former military chiefs say.
....read more

Barbie maker Mattel warns of higher prices as costs rise

Toy giant Mattel made the comments as it announced better than expected quarterly sales.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Tom Dean & Duncan Scott lead Team GB to 4x200m freestyle relay gold

Tom Dean and Duncan Scott lead Team GB to a brilliant 4x200m freestyle relay gold with a dominant display alongside Matthew Richards and James Guy.
....read more

Covid: Sydney extends lockdown as other Australian cities reopen

Infections in Australia's largest city remain stubbornly high, despite five weeks of restrictions.
....read more

Canadian police reveal decade-long Manitoba residential school inquiry

Police are investigating abuse claims at a former school that sought to assimilate indigenous children.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Team GB claim silver in men's quadruple sculls final

Team GB claim their first ever Olympic medal in the men's quadruple sculls with silver at Tokyo 2020.
....read more

Electric car charging prices 'must be fair' say MPs

Consumers should not have to pay excessive prices to use public car charging, MPs say.
....read more

Gilgamesh tablet: US authorities take ownership of artefact

The Gilgamesh Dream Tablet was imported illegally into the US before being bought by Hobby Lobby.
....read more

What happens to British ships when satellites don't work?

The Royal Navy and merchant fleet have no back-up if navigation systems are disrupted, experts warn.
....read more

The black immigrant who challenged US segregation - nearly 190 years ago

A black Brazilian immigrant was the first person in US history to challenge segregation in a courtroom
....read more

CEO Secrets: The son who hired his father and sister

Ross Testa explains why he hired his sister and then his father for his social media business.
....read more

Capitol riot: Policeman tells 6 January hearing he feared he would die

Officers on duty when Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol give tearful testimony at an inquiry.
....read more

'Transformative' disability plan to be unveiled

A £1.6bn strategy aimed at improving the lives of disabled people is to be set out by the government.
....read more

Chronic health issues for third in late 40s - study

About one in three has problems such as high blood pressure and mental ill health, a study suggests.
....read more

Joey Jordison: Slipknot founding drummer dies aged 46

Jordison was a founding member of the heavy metal band, and remained the group's drummer until 2013.
....read more

Lebanon’s descent into darkness

The country's economic crisis has forced some families to move into refugee camps to survive.
....read more

Roma student: 'My only goal is to finish school'

How one school in Croatia is working to improve education opportunities for Roma children like Kristina.
....read more

US sells unique Wu-Tang Clan album seized from 'pharma bro' Martin Shkreli

The album was handed over as part of a $7.4m deal with a notorious former drug firm executive.
....read more

'Luxury' race will be among most expensive on earth

A four-day ultramarathon covering 120 miles on the west coast of Scotland will cost £15,499 to enter.
....read more

Scottish boy plucked from obscurity stars in Indian film Mimi on Netflix

Three-year-old Jacob Smith of Aberdeen was plucked from obscurity on holiday and cast with Kriti Sanon in Mimi.
....read more

Coronavirus: Four numbers that reveal the real trends

Does a week of falling case numbers mean we're close to the end?
....read more

Zimbabwean with football dreams to be kicked out of UK

Christopher Arundell grew up in the UK but after doing time in jail is being deported to Zimbabwe.
....read more

The Papers: UK 'reopens to world' and 'betrayed' kids in care

A quarantine waiver for EU and US travellers and a cover-up in social care lead the front pages.
....read more

Contaminated blood inquiry: Former health minister Clarke to give evidence

It is the first time a health minister serving at the time of the scandal has faced the inquiry.
....read more

North and South Korea restore communication hotline

The two countries have not spoke since Pyongyang cut off all channels of communication last year.
....read more

Boris Johnson pledges to target drug abuse in anti-crime push

More local officers and tagging of ex-prisoners are also promised, but police demand extra funding.
....read more

Mapping the advance of the Taliban in Afghanistan

Maps of Afghanistan showing who controls districts in fighting between the government and Taliban.
....read more

Thomas Barrack: Top Trump aide pleads not guilty to working as foreign agent

Thomas Barrack has been accused of lobbying the US government on behalf of the United Arab Emirates.
....read more

Brazil: Why are so many pregnant women dying from Covid?

One in five women that died from coronavirus in Brazil didn't have access to an intensive care unit.
....read more

Parkour athlete: 'She wants to be a doctor so she can fix me'

Luke Callinan, 35, has been diagnosed with a rare form of multiple sclerosis.
....read more

Archibald Prize: 100 years of Australia's top portrait honour

Over 100 years, the Archibald Prize has become better at reflecting Australian diversity.
....read more

Stealthing: 'I didn't realise it's rape until it happened to me'

Two women share their experiences of non-consensual condom removal during sex.
....read more

Extreme weather: What causes flash flooding?

Cities across the world are at risk of extreme rainfall overwhelming their streets
....read more

Can better tech make video meetings less excruciating?

Technology firms are scrambling to add new features but will video calls improve.
....read more

Kenyans sue the British army over fire at wildlife sanctuary

Some 1,000 people are going to court after a fire destroyed 12,000 acres of land at a wildlife sanctuary.
....read more

How Amy Winehouse's legacy is helping women in addiction recovery

Amy's Place provides safe housing for women when they leave rehab to help them live independently.
....read more

John Stonehouse: Bizarre tale of the MP who faked his own death

Was John Stonehouse a spy who betrayed his country? Or a naive and broken man? James Naughtie investigates.
....read more

House prices at new high as buyers seek more space

Strong demand for houses will last into 2022 as buyers react to the pandemic, says property website Zoopla.
....read more

Bezos' $2bn offer to get back in race to the Moon

The billionaire offers to pay $2bn in Nasa costs to be reconsidered for a key Moon lander contract.
....read more

Mum hit by car at Denbighshire festival as daughter, 2, 'thrown to safety'

Jenna O'Neill suffered serious injuries but praises "hero husband for saving" daughter Ayla.
....read more

MPs call for national register of home-educated children

They say the government must "get a grip" on the number of children taught at home in England.
....read more

Tesla profit surge driven by record car deliveries

The electric carmaker's revenues nearly doubled in the three months to 30 June compared with last year.
....read more

Shetland fires 'should act as warning to modular building industry'

Two devastating fires involved buildings made from factory-built units brought up to islands by sea.
....read more

German lawyers wrangle over pensioner's WW2 tank in basement

The 84-year-old kept the vehicle in his basement, along with an anti-aircraft gun and a torpedo.
....read more

The Papers: 'Pure gold' at Olympics and tags for burglars plan

The papers cover the UK's gold medals in Tokyo and government plans for a "crackdown" on crime.
....read more

Hemingway 'lookalike' chosen in Florida contest

A 63-year-old won the Key West, Florida contest for his likeness to the award-winning author.
....read more

Daley and Lee win Olympic diving gold

Tom Daley wins a first gold medal at his fourth Olympic Games as he claims victory alongside Matty Lee in the men's synchronised 10m platform.
....read more

National Adoption Strategy: £48m to improve services in England

A new National Adoption Strategy aims to enhance support to families and end a postcode lottery.
....read more

Team GB's first gold and a second silver - what's happened so far on day three?

It's day three of the Tokyo Olympics, where Adam Peaty has won Team GB's first gold medal of the Games.
....read more

Migrant boats getting bigger, says Home Office

Some 378 people crossed the Channel on Sunday, after record numbers made the journey last month.
....read more

New Zealand to allow IS-linked mother to be repatriated

Permission for a mother and her children to travel was not taken lightly, NZ prime minister says.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Naomi Osaka, Garbine Muguruza, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova into third round of women's singles

Japan's Naomi Osaka cruises into the third round of the Tokyo Olympics women's singles with a 65-minute victory over Viktorija Golubic.
....read more

Peaty writes his name into history books

Adam Peaty writes his name into the history books once again as he wins 100m breaststroke gold in Tokyo to become the first British swimmer to defend his Olympic title.
....read more

Scottish climber Rick Allen dies in K2 avalanche

The 68-year-old was attempting a new route on the world's second highest mountain.
....read more

Adam Peaty: Team GB star wins 100m breaststroke gold at Tokyo Olympics

Watch Adam Peaty create history by becoming the first British swimmer to retain an Olympic title with gold in the 100m breaststroke at Tokyo 2020.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Great Britain beat Canada convincingly in opening rugby sevens match

Great Britain's men begin their rugby sevens campaign with a convincing 24-0 win over Canada at the Tokyo Olympics.
....read more

Tunisia PM sacked after violent Covid protests

Protesters clashed with police as they demanded the government be dismissed over Covid failings.
....read more

Deadly street protests over Iran water shortages

Khuzestan is one of the country's hottest regions, where temperatures can reach 50C.
....read more

The new surgical tool inspired by a wasp

The device avoids clogging by using friction instead of suction, similar to the way a parasitoid wasp lays its eggs.
....read more

The repair team preserving an 18th Century home

Meet the people who work to keep Dennis Severs' 18th Century house in Spitalfields open.
....read more

The repair shop trying to fix throwaway culture

A social enterprise has opened up shop in Glasgow to encourage communities to repair and reuse their possessions.
....read more

Afrobeats in Japan: British-Nigerian hip hop dancer teaching children how to dance

Yinka Oshiletu, a British-Nigerian hip hop dancer is bringing Afrobeats sounds to Japan's young dancers.
....read more

Could Covid vaccine be taken as a pill?

Researchers are looking at easier ways for people to get the vaccine, including via inhalers and tablets.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: One athlete braved sharks and crocodiles

Training for the Olympics can be a full-time job but Jo Brigden-Jones has combined it with much more.
....read more

Why remote working leaves us vulnerable to cyber-attacks

Experts warn working from home has led to complacency over security protocols
....read more

Covid-19: Recent claims about cremations and vaccines fact-checked

Debunking claims shared widely on social media about cremations in the UK and US vaccine statistics.
....read more

Senior doctors in England to be consulted on NHS pay offer

The BMA doctors' union says the 3% pay rise offer for NHS staff in England is "bitterly disappointing".
....read more

Climate change: Researchers begin discussions on vital report

A two-week virtual negotiation begins on the most critical climate change report since 2013.
....read more

The Papers: Cases fall as jabs 'turn tide' and unions fight testing plan

A sustained fall in UK cases for the first time out of lockdown is among the stories leading the papers.
....read more

Hundred organisers say online 'racism or other forms of abuse' unacceptable

Organisers of The Hundred say they do not "accept racism or other forms of abuse" following "recent online comments directed towards players and fans".
....read more

Climate change: Hebden Bridge boy, 11, starts 200 mile walk

Jude will walk 10 miles each day for 21 days to reach Westminster, where he will lobby ministers.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Chelsie Giles wins Team GB's first medal with judo bronze

Judoka Chelsie Giles wins Team GB's first medal of the Tokyo Olympics with bronze in the women's -52kg event.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Rowing races postponed due to weather and tennis heat policy activated

Tokyo 2020 Olympics organisers have cancelled two days of rowing with adverse weather conditions expected to hit Japan's capital.
....read more

Covid-19: Covid cost to last for 'decades' - and is UK a variant breeding ground?

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
....read more

Unesco World Heritage: Wales' slate landscape bid for honour

Slate from north-west Wales "roofed the 19th Century world" as it was exported around the globe.
....read more

Andy Murray withdraws from Olympics singles

Andy Murray withdraws from the men's singles at the Tokyo Olympics with a minor thigh strain.
....read more

Sajid Javid criticised for 'cower' Covid remark

Opposition MPs and a victims' group founder criticise the health secretary's "insensitive comments".
....read more

The experiences replacing closed High Street stores

Go-karts, bowling alleys and eateries have taken the place of closed retailers on the High Street.
....read more

R. Kelly accused of abusing teenage boy he met in McDonald's

The R&B star had sexual contact with a 17-year-old he met in McDonald's, prosecutors claim.
....read more

Serial killer on death row Rodney Alcala dies of natural causes

Infamous "Dating Game Killer" Rodney Alcala was sentenced in 2010 for murdering women in California.
....read more

From lockdown animations to Snoop Dogg music video

After his homemade animations went viral, Snoop Dogg asked Peter Quinn to direct his new video.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: The youngest athletes, past and present

GB skateboarder Sky Brown is 13 years old, but there have been even younger in the history of the Games.
....read more

The battle for Indonesia's Gold Island

There are fears that a mine will threaten Sangihe island's ancient forests and local water supply.
....read more

Goole WW2 bomb: Army experts carry out controlled explosion

A live Word War Two bomb, unearthed by builders on a housing development, has been destroyed in a controlled explosion.
....read more

'You'd walk out if your husband hit you - you can't when it's your child'

Parenting a violent child is a traumatic experience, and one that is often hidden from view.
....read more

The YouTubers who blew the whistle on an anti-vax plot

A mysterious marketing agency secretly offered to pay social media stars to spread disinformation about Covid-19 vaccines
....read more

Excitement over wooden shipwreck found in Antigua's seabed

Historians believe the wreck found in Antigua to be the 1762 Beaumont, a French merchant ship.
....read more

Great Yarmouth: 'This town got stuck in time but now I'm loving it'

Great Yarmouth is turning its fortunes round with an increase in visitors and several big projects.
....read more

Taxpayers to bear Covid cost for decades to come, say MPs

UK national debt has increased to more than £2.2 trillion during the pandemic, almost 100% of GDP.
....read more

Female military staff denied justice by inadequate system - MPs

A landmark report says serious sexual assault and rape cases should be tried in civilian courts.
....read more

LA man who mocked Covid-19 vaccines dies of virus

Stephen Harmon, who opposed getting vaccinated, has died after a month-long struggle with the virus.
....read more

The Papers: Double jab for football and PM's crime 'blitz'

A government plan for vaccine passports to attend football matches is among the front-page stories.
....read more

Tributes to Stoke-on-Trent man who died on trip to beach

The family of 21-year-old Hamza Mansoor have thanked "all the heroes" who tried to save him.
....read more

The young imam using Instagram to change opinions

Sabah Ahmedi wants to show imams can "have a laugh", have "a bit of banter" and "wear colourful socks".
....read more

Covid-19: More testing sites and PM faces isolation pressure

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday evening.
....read more

Surfside tower collapse: Search for bodies concludes

Firefighters say their search is over, a month after the building collapsed, with 97 confirmed dead.
....read more

Covid-19: Sadiq Khan urges PM to change isolation rules earlier

Fully vaccinated people should avoid quarantine now by testing daily, the Mayor of London says.
....read more

Baby orca, Toa, dies in New Zealand after failed search for mother

Toa, a killer whale stranded from his family, had washed ashore on the New Zealand coast.
....read more

Covid-19: More testing sites for key workers to avoid isolation in England

Police, transport, freight and fire workers will be able to join the daily contact testing scheme.
....read more

Covid-19: Air travel takes off on busiest weekend since pandemic

As school holidays begin for many, the airline industry says tens of thousands are flying abroad.
....read more

Scarborough hotel owner couple helping homeless people

Jess and Andrew Waggitt opened their doors to vulnerable people during the pandemic and continue to do so.
....read more

Tips from the Netherlands on how to build a nation of cyclists

Some tips from the Dutch Cycling Embassy on how to make bikes the easiest and safest way to travel.
....read more

'People have never seen anything like this before'

Live-streamed footage of a family of blue tits has had more than 41m views online.
....read more

Week in pictures: 17-23 July 2021

A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week.
....read more

Covid: The holiday makers having to self-isolate abroad

Some holidaymakers who tested positive for Covid while abroad are having to stay and self-isolate.
....read more

Covid vaccines: Why a giant plastic bag shortage is slowing the rollout

A look at the critical vaccine components in short supply, as a new global marketplace is launched to tackle bottlenecks.
....read more

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: What's stopping aid getting in?

A renewed surge in fighting has made it ever more difficult for aid to reach areas in desperate need.
....read more

Escape to Victory: The Ipswich footballers who made a cult classic

How did a group of Ipswich Town players end up starring in a film with Pele, Stallone and Caine?
....read more

Clubbing and Covid passports: 'Protect vulnerable people' or 'against civil liberties'?

Radio 1 Newsbeat chats to clubbers about having to have two jabs to go clubbing.
....read more

Face palm: When the emoji you want doesn't exist

There are about 3,000 emojis to choose from but what happens when the one you want isn't there?
....read more

Latitude festival: Magical, emotional... and a little bit frightening

Bands and fans describe the atmosphere at the UK's first full-capacity festival in the UK since 2019.
....read more

Covid: Food exemption scheme delayed until Monday

Iceland warns the move will not solve the issue of staff shortages in supermarkets themselves.
....read more

Jeff Bezos and Sir Richard Branson not yet astronauts, US says

The US government has tightened rules on which space-goers can claim their astronaut wings.
....read more

China imposes sanctions on US officials

The sanctions are in response to recent US sanctions on Chinese officials in Hong Kong.
....read more

Newspaper headlines: Pingdemic 'to last weeks' and healthy 'rewards' planned

Several of Saturday's papers also carry images of the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympic Games.
....read more

Tokyo 2020: Katarina Johnson-Thompson's battles with injury & self-doubt in pursuit of Olympic gold

How Katarina Johnson-Thompson tore up everything to claim world gold and will have to upset the odds once more to win in Tokyo.
....read more

The refugee athlete who lost his mum to Covid

Abdullah Sediqi, 24, is competing at the Tokyo Games in her honour.
....read more

Climate change, a coalmine and a town that needs jobs

In Cumbria, environmental concerns come into conflict with economic hopes.
....read more

Daily contact testing in schools cuts absences, study finds

A study in 200 English secondary schools and colleges found very few infections in close contacts of cases.
....read more

Covid vaccine: Eight-week gap seen as sweet spot for Pfizer jab antibodies

Spacing out doses boosts antibody levels, say researchers - who suggest eight weeks as the "sweet spot"
....read more

Government rules out searching Matt Hancock's private emails

Matt Hancock was among four ministers who used their personal email accounts for official business.
....read more

Washington shooting: Gunman opens fire outside restaurant

It comes as gun violence is on the rise in Washington DC and other American cities.
....read more

Child winter respiratory illness on rise in summer

Parents are warned to look out for signs of RSV, after lockdown disrupted its normal winter spread.
....read more

Amy Winehouse: Could there be new music on the way?

Ten years after her death, Amy's parents say they want fans to hear CDs of her unreleased material.
....read more

Road planners 'can ignore climate change'

Government guidelines mean road planners can effectively ignore climate change, campaigners say.
....read more

Racism probe as 'bananas thrown at Cardiff City academy players'

Probe as former Cardiff City youth team footballer says he and a team-mate were racially abused.
....read more

'Ghost school' with no students for a second year

English language schools warn they are on the "brink of collapse" after two summers without students.
....read more

Extreme Heat: NI temperature record broken for third time in a week

A weather station in the city of Armagh recorded a high of 31.4 C on Thursday afternoon.
....read more

Fashion for Crocs continues to break records

The chunky shoe's sales nearly doubled in the three months to the end of June compared with last year.
....read more

Tusker Rock's shipwrecks graveyard captured in art project

Photographer Peter Britton wants his project to stand as a legacy to those lost to Tusker Rock.
....read more

The cost of hosting the Olympics

Holding the world's biggest sporting event comes with a hefty price tag
....read more

Parents' fears over sexting and abuse among teenagers

A mother and a father reveal their shock at learning of their children's experiences of online sex.
....read more

Trading sex for cosmetic surgery in Mexico's narco capital

The influence of narcos has caused many women to undergo cosmetic surgery in Mexico's Sinaloa state.
....read more

Wuhan virus: Was US money used to fund risky research in China?

What's the row about virus research in China between a prominent Republican and Dr Anthony Fauci?
....read more

What does a future-proofed home look like?

The technology exists to make homes more resilient to extreme weather, but it can be expensive.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Japanese artists reimagine countries as anime samurai

The creators have used the flags of competing nations as inspiration to design Japanese warriors.
....read more

Coronavirus: Italy brings in Covid certificate amid spike in infections

All those aged 12 and over with at least one jab will be able to access bars, cinemas and gyms.
....read more

The Papers: 'Ping peril' and pupils isolating 'needless'

Concerns over workers and school children being told to isolate continue to dominate the front pages.
....read more

China floods: People unite on social media to help flood victims

China's Weibo platform became an online space connecting people seeking help with rescue teams.
....read more

Eating disorders: Number of under-20s in hospital up 50%

Admissions soared during the pandemic, and NHS bosses warn they are running out of beds.
....read more

Sport is 'marking its own homework' on athletes' brain injuries, say MPs

There has been little effort to protect athletes or track concussion problems, an MPs' inquiry says.
....read more

Lone women in Covid quarantine hotels to get female guards

The government is responding to continuing complaints of sexual harassment in hotel quarantine.
....read more

Charity, dating and pet spending booms, says Nationwide

People have been spending more on non-essentials as Covid restrictions ease, Nationwide says.
....read more

Stinky Bay? Local names added to map to aid coastal rescue

Local names for coastal places are added to OS maps to help rescuers locate those in need.
....read more

Halima Aden and Tommy Hilfiger: ‘It’s not just about diverse catwalks’

The world’s first hijab-wearing supermodel talks to fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger about why she quit the industry.
....read more

The jungle-trekking Covid vaccinators helping to protect remote Indian villages.

Latgam Singpu and his team use rope bridges, school buses and incentives to reach remote villages
....read more

'I survived Norway's worst terror attack'

Lisa Husby recalls hiding in fear as far-right extremist Anders Breivik went on a killing spree in a summer camp for young activists on Utøya island on 22 July 2011.
....read more

Tokyo 2020: Travelling to an Olympic Games like no other

The BBC's Mariko Oi reflects on her personal experience of covering the Games during a global pandemic.
....read more

'I thought rape isn't something that happens to men'

Support charities say male victims of sexual assault sometimes feel their experiences don't count.
....read more

Anne-Marie: I've always loved the idea of revenge

The pop star on beating anxiety, growing bored of her biggest song, and her revenge fantasies.
....read more

Covid: Where and why is the US vaccine rollout slowing down?

Vaccinations in the US are slowing as infections rise - we've looked at where and why this is happening.
....read more

Soldier statue reignites Spanish row over fascism

Spain's legionnaires symbolised fascism, but Madrid may soon have a statue honouring them.
....read more

How global conferences are using tech to stay in business

Moving events online kept the industry going during the pandemic and now they're here to stay.
....read more

Benin Bronzes: Nigeria dispute jeopardises return of artefacts

Several museums in Europe have talked of returning the looted artefacts - but where will they be housed in Nigeria?
....read more

Tokyo 2020 Olympics: India's top medal contenders

India sends its largest ever contingent to the Tokyo Olympics in the hope of bettering its medals tally.
....read more

US firefighters battle blaze from top of moving train

Officials in California are pulling out all the stops to contain the state's largest wildfire.
....read more

Self-isolation hits bin collections across country

Campaigners are worried fly-tipping will increase as people struggle to get rid of waste.
....read more

US firefighters battle blaze from top of moving train

Officials in California are pulling out all the stops to contain the state's largest wildfire.
....read more

Argentina introduces new ID cards for non-binary people

Under the new system, residents can select 'x' as their gender on passports and national ID cards.
....read more

Nord Stream 2: US and Germany reach deal on controversial Russian gas pipeline

The US says the agreement prevents Russia from using the pipeline as a political weapon over Europe.
....read more

The Papers: 'Pingdemic' hits supermarkets and NHS pay 'insult'

The front pages focus on the impact of isolating staff on shops and the 3% pay rise offer for NHS staff.
....read more

Seaside poor health overlooked, warns Whitty

Bad housing and deprivation are a toxic mix for health, says England's chief medical officer.
....read more

Nigeria secures release of 100 kidnapped mothers and children

The group, most of them women and children, were kidnapped last month in Nigeria's Zamfara state.
....read more

Covid: France rolls out health pass as cases soar

From Wednesday people will need proof of vaccination or a negative test to access some public places.
....read more

Covid: Anger as half of Australians in lockdown again

Three states enforce stay-at-home orders, fuelling criticism of Australia's slow vaccination rate.
....read more

Thomas Barrack: Top Trump aide accused of working as foreign agent

Thomas Barrack is alleged to have lobbied the US government on behalf of the United Arab Emirates.
....read more

Cyber-flashing: 'I get explicit messages every day'

Influencer Elle Edwards lets us inside her DMs to show the extent of sexual abuse faced by women online.
....read more

Meet Mick, Scarborough's 'fly-tipping hero'

Mick Couzens is working with different community groups and the council in Scarborough to tackle the problem head on.
....read more

The battle for Indonesia's Gold Island

There are fears that a mine will threaten Sangihe island's ancient forests and local water supply.
....read more

Tens of thousands of Jurassic fossils found at secret site

The fossils were originally uncovered by two hobby palaeontologists during lockdown.
....read more

Cocaine in the UK: The DJ and friends helping addicts kick their 'beasts'

More people in the UK are taking cocaine. A DJ and ex-addict in Liverpool is helping them stop.
....read more

Covid: What happens when people no longer have to wear masks?

Face coverings became optional in many settings in England on Monday - what's the evidence for them?
....read more

Heatwaves: What do they do to the body and who is at risk?

What impact do high temperatures have on our bodies?
....read more

Is there a solution to the hospitality staff crisis?

Aside from Covid and Brexit, are there other reasons for the shortage of hospitality workers?
....read more

Darfur conflict's latest surge in violence displaces thousands

"I have cried so much, my eyes can barely see," one mother tells the BBC after seeing her brother die.
....read more

Covid: The Mexican villages refusing to vaccinate

Take-up of the vaccine among indigenous towns in Chiapas state is as low as 2% in some areas.
....read more

E-scooter crash leaves girl, 3, seriously injured

A three-year-old is left with "life-changing" injuries from a collision with an e-scooter.
....read more

American football star Tom Brady cracks election results joke at White House

The star quarterback shared a laugh with President Biden and said people "don't think we won" either.
....read more

Heatwave: People 'walking into A&E with life-threatening conditions'

One hospital boss says people with life-threatening conditions are walking into A&E.
....read more

Diamonds swapped for pebbles in London gem heist

Gems worth £4.2m were allegedly swapped for pebbles at a Mayfair jewellers, a court hears.
....read more

Strife-torn Haiti gets new prime minister

Ariel Henry's appointment comes nearly two weeks after President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated.
....read more

Lee Child: Why Forsyth's Day Of The Jackal was a game-changer for thrillers

The Jack Reacher novelist explains the huge influence of Frederick Forsyth's first thriller.
....read more

Netflix to include mobile games for subscribers

The firm said on Tuesday that the "time is right to learn more about how our members value games".
....read more

The Papers: 'Gunboat diplomacy' and fears of new Covid rules

The front pages focus on migrant crossings and warnings new Covid restrictions may be needed in England.
....read more

Premier League footballer held over child sex allegations

The Premier League player has since been bailed and suspended by his club while inquiries continue.
....read more

Covid-19: Cummings makes fresh claims and sick patients urge caution

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.
....read more

Microsoft: Chinese authorities slam 'groundless' hacking claims

A group of Western countries had accused China of carrying out a major cyber-attack on the tech giant.
....read more

Jeff Bezos to blast into space aboard New Shepard rocket ship

Billionaire Jeff Bezos will launch into space in the first crewed flight of his rocket ship.
....read more

Covid: Vaccine passport plan for nightclubs 'concerning'

Manchester's night-time economy advisor brands the government's certification plan "discriminatory".
....read more

How a football fan's collection of memorabilia is helping others

How a football fan's once-treasured collection is helping others to remember happier times.
....read more

Covid: Which children can have the vaccine in the UK?

Hundreds of thousands of under-18s will now be offered the jab in the UK - but not all. Here's why.
....read more

Plans to modernise power of attorney system

People can put someone in charge of their affairs but the process is criticised for being slow to enact.
....read more

Record 430 migrants cross English Channel in single day

Around 50 people were seen landing on a beach in Kent in a single dinghy.
....read more

National Archive: Tony Blair did not approve Irish Famine statement, files show

Files show the former PM's private secretary wrote the message and could not reach him for approval.
....read more

Pedro Castillo declared president-elect of Peru

The leftist candidate won the popular vote but had been accused of fraud by rival Keiko Fujimori.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Athletes find new ways to train in lockdown

Participants in the upcoming Games have been going to unusual lengths to stay in shape under restrictions.
....read more

First space tourist Dennis Tito: 'I was euphoric'

Dennis Tito paid $20 million to travel to the International Space Station in 2001.
....read more

Can seaside town Scarborough's post-lockdown boom last?

The BBC's David Sillito visits his hometown of Scarborough, which is seeing a post-lockdown boom.
....read more

The little tech firm gunning for an airspeed record

Electroflight has built the E-NXT which it hopes will break the electric airspeed record.
....read more

Covid: Will lockdowm change England's new tech habits?

The pandemic brought about big changes in the way people use tech - the question is will they last?
....read more

A weekend in America: Shootings in Washington spotlight growing problem

A stadium was sent into panic and a six-year-old was killed in two of the weekend's worst shootings.
....read more

Covid: Ivermectin, milk among Indonesia's unproven cures

As Indonesia sees a surge fueled by the Delta variant, misleading health claims are spreading.
....read more

Bristol Bisons gay rugby player allowed to stay in UK

Ken Macharia feared for his safety in Kenya, where homosexuality is illegal.
....read more

David Cameron lacked judgement over Greensill, MPs' report says

David Cameron showed a lack of judgement when he informally lobbied on behalf of Greensill Capital, MPs say.
....read more

Oregon Bootleg Fire: Evacuations as largest US fire burns 300,000 acres

The Bootleg Fire has burned an area larger than Los Angeles and forced thousands to evacuate.
....read more

Writing fake online reviews could be made illegal

A plan to crack down on online rip-offs has been outlined by the government.
....read more

The Papers: 'Free cheers' and the 'price of freedom'

As nightclubs reopen, the papers react to the news that vaccine passports will be required from autumn.
....read more

Hamilton racially abused online after British Grand Prix victory

Lewis Hamilton is the target of racist abuse on social media after his victory in Sunday's British Grand Prix.
....read more

Covid: Is China's vaccine success waning in Asia?

Thailand and Indonesia's switch to other Covid jabs has raised questions about Chinese vaccines.
....read more

Carlos Ghosn: Father and son sentenced for helping ex-Nissan boss escape

Michael and Peter Taylor were convicted of helping ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn escape Japan in 2019.
....read more

Katie Hopkins to be deported from Australia over quarantine rules

Katie Hopkins - a right-wing British commentator - bragged about plans to break isolation rules.
....read more

Nightclubs reopening: The problems the industry faces because of Covid

Figures given to Radio 1 Newsbeat show a quarter of clubs have closed in the past six years.
....read more

Covid: Double-jabbed NHS staff could avoid isolation if service under pressure

Quarantine could end for fully-vaccinated health workers in England if services are under pressure.
....read more

Pegasus: Spyware sold to governments 'targets activists'

Israeli tech firm NSO denies media reports that its software has been sold to authoritarian regimes.
....read more

Covid: Global healthcare workers missing out on jabs

Campaigners say millions have not had even one vaccine dose, raising concerns for their communities.
....read more

Kurt Westergaard, Danish cartoonist behind Muhammad cartoon, dies at 86

His 2005 drawing of the Prophet Muhammad sparked protests across the Muslim world.
....read more

Esraa Abdel Fattah: Egyptian activist released from prison

Esraa Abdel Fattah earned the moniker "Facebook Girl" for her role in the 2011 revolution.
....read more

Why I've hosted more than 30 refugees in my house

Karina Litvack has housed dozens of refugees in London since her daughters moved out.
....read more

Lex Gillette: Record-breaking blind long jumper

With the support of his sighted guide, the four-time Paralympic medallist hopes to win gold in Tokyo.
....read more

Covid: 'The shift to online has been life-changing'

Jase Puddicombe, 27, says the rise of digital services has improved access for disabled people.
....read more

Protesting India farmers brave cold, heat and Covid

Seven months on, farmers are still striking against contentious new laws outside the national capital.
....read more

Covid: Face mask rules relax but what do workers think?

It is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering in England, but some employees are nervous.
....read more

How to cool your home in a warming world

Low-energy designs and technologies can keep homes comfortable, come rain or shine.
....read more

Coronavirus doctor's diary: Unvaccinated patients with many regrets

The number of Covid patients in Bradford Royal Infirmary is rising sharply - and half are unvaccinated.
....read more

Covid: Restrictions ease as Scotland moves to level zero

The whole of Scotland has now moved to the lowest level of Covid regulations.
....read more

Horse racing: Thousands of racehorses killed in slaughterhouses

Some horses once trained by some of racing’s top names are being slaughtered, BBC Panorama finds.
....read more

Covid: Home-education numbers rise by 75%

"Covid anxiety" is among the explanations for the increasing popularity of out-of-school teaching.
....read more

The Papers: 'Freedom day farce' and PM's isolation 'flip flopping'

Monday's papers are dominated by the news the PM and chancellor are self-isolating ahead of the lifting of Covid rules in England.
....read more

Olympics: Defying threats, Iranian athletes speak out to back ban

Olympics organisers are being urged to investigate allegations of threats, discrimination and abuse.
....read more

Using plastic waste to help solve sand shortages

With construction sand in short supply crushed plastic is being used as an alternative.
....read more

Euros 2020: Men sought over Wembley final disorder

Ten men are wanted in connection with disorder at the Euros 2020 final at Wembley, police say.
....read more

Fit-again Jones and 'rough diamond' Simmonds to start? Dawson picks his Lions Test XV, vote for yours

Former British and Irish Lion Matt Dawson picks his starting XV for the first Test against South Africa on 24 July.
....read more

'My daughter made me fall back in love with cycling after horrific Rio experience'

Lizzie Deignan says she is a "stronger" person ahead of the Tokyo Olympics, after a "horrific" experience at Rio 2016.
....read more

Two athletes test positive for Covid-19 at Olympic village

Two athletes become the first to test positive for coronavirus at the Tokyo Olympic athletes' village - five days before the start of the Games.
....read more

Fresh tactics, England match-ups & breakout stars - why BBC Sport pundits are excited for The Hundred

James Anderson, Alex Hartley, Isa Guha and other BBC pundits explain what they're looking forward to seeing in The Hundred.
....read more

Bucks one game from winning NBA title after beating Suns

The Milwaukee Bucks move to within one game of their first NBA title since 1971 with a 123-119 win over the Phoenix Suns.
....read more

Covid: Ministers wait to hear if they face quarantine after Javid tests positive

Health Secretary Sajid Javid, who has tested positive for Covid, is isolating and working from home.
....read more

Haiti: Wife of assassinated president returns from US after surviving attack

Wearing a bulletproof vest, Martine Moïse flew back from the US after being wounded in the attack.
....read more

Europe floods: Victims face massive clean-up as waters recede

Residents of the worst-affected areas struggle to recover from the devastation as flood waters recede.
....read more

Moment New York mum saves five-year-old from kidnap

The mother pulled her son from a car after he was taken from her in broad daylight in the New York City.
....read more

Daughter of Afghan envoy kidnapped and injured in Pakistan

Afghan officials urge Pakistan to keep diplomats safe, amid tensions between the two neighbours.
....read more

The Broadway dancer whose lockdown business bloomed

When Covid closed New York theatres, dancer Robbie Fairchild started a business that put down roots.
....read more

'Working in Mum's care home brought us closer'

Lydia Loader, whose mother Sally has dementia, heard her speak for the first time in 18 months.
....read more

Why was my tweet about football labelled abusive?

A BBC journalist sets out to discover how Twitter moderates posts after he was banned from the platform.
....read more

Coventry City of Culture: The women who helped shape a 'city of justice'

Coventry women have always been at the heart of the struggle for social justice, a historian says.
....read more

Abir Moussi: The Tunisian MP who was slapped but not beaten

Abir Moussi uses a megaphone in parliament and gets death threats but many say her voice is crucial.
....read more

Covid: Vaccine offered to all UK adults, says government

More than two-thirds of people have had both doses as England prepares for rules to ease on Monday.
....read more

Long Covid funding to unearth new treatments

Researchers from across the UK will investigate everything from brain fog to ongoing breathlessness.
....read more

The Papers: 'Freedumb day' and 'No 10 pingdemic'

The front pages focus on the growing criticism facing the government over Monday's easing of Covid rules in England.
....read more

Covid-19 tests while you wait in Israeli airport

Ben Gurion airport in Israel has introduced fast Covid-19 tests for travellers.
....read more

Joshi is swapping life in captivity for a new start in the jungle

After a lifetime in captivity, Joshi is going to live in the jungle in Congo-Brazzaville.
....read more

TikTok: Dog training tips from 'small-town Essex boy'

Adam's videos on looking after dogs have attracted more than a million followers during lockdown.
....read more

Your pictures on the theme of 'under the stars'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.
....read more

Covid-19: France quarantine changes and opening-up anxiety

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning.
....read more

'Hollywood Ripper' Michael Gargiulo sentenced to death for murders

The case drew attention as one of the victims was about to go on a date with actor Ashton Kutcher.
....read more

From Biles to Bruce Springsteen's daughter - 10 global stars to follow at Tokyo Olympics

From Simone Biles to Bruce Springsteen’s daughter Jessica - who are the athletes to follow at the Tokyo Olympics?
....read more

Europe floods: Rescuers race to find survivors as hundreds remain missing

Crews scramble to reach victims of deadly floods in Germany and Belgium, where hundreds are missing.
....read more

Covid misinformation on Facebook is killing people - Biden

The US president said a spike in Covid deaths among the unvaccinated was down to social media.
....read more

UK looks to extend ivory ban to hippos and other animals

Ministers say elephants are not the only animals at risk from hunters, as they launch consultation.
....read more

UK plans biggest flu vaccine rollout this winter

Free vaccines will be offered to more than 35 million people, including more teenagers than ever before.
....read more

Mystery 19th Century botanist tracked down following appeal

Pressed flowers and a poem found inside a centuries-old botany book sparked a quest to find the owner.
....read more

The migrants hunger-striking for legal status in Belgium

More than 400 go without food demanding a clear path to residency in Belgium.
....read more

Covid vaccine: How are young people responding to the jab?

The Covid vaccine is now being offered to all over 18s. So what has uptake been like for young people?
....read more

Ros Atkins on… the North America heat waves

Ros Atkins explains the link between climate change and recent heat waves in the US and Canada.
....read more

Covid: Coping with opening-up anxiety

Lauren and Angelica-Jane fear the end of restrictions will be challenging for their mental health.
....read more

Week in pictures: 10 - 16 July 2021

A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week.
....read more

Amputee's win for prosthetics funding in Wales shows 'people power'

David Bradley said amputees in Wales had been disadvantaged compared to the rest of the UK.
....read more

South Africa Zuma riots: What's behind the violence and looting?

Some analysts say the violence wasn't spontaneous anger but a deliberate strategy of sabotage.
....read more

Coronavirus doctor's diary: 'Not having the vaccine is the biggest mistake of my life’

The number of Covid patients in Bradford Royal Infirmary is rising sharply - and half are unvaccinated.
....read more

Showman doctor: From travelling fairgrounds to the Covid frontline

Doctor John Castle says his nomadic childhood helped prepare him for the pressures of the pandemic.
....read more

Stephen Fretwell: 'Gavin and Stacey song was as good as a part-time job'

Stephen Fretwell on his hit TV show theme tune and why his 13-year music hiatus has come to an end.
....read more

Why the Scouts are launching a money badge after Covid

Why Scouts are lending a hand on tackling financial literacy in the wake of the pandemic.
....read more

Covid-19: Second doses run dry in Brazil's scramble to vaccinate

Many are struggling to source their second dose of the Covid-19 jab in one of the worst-hit countries.
....read more

Covid: Six people can meet in homes as Welsh lockdown rules ease

Lockdown relaxed as law restricting the number people meeting outside is scrapped in Wales.
....read more

Bianca Devins: Family sue NY officials over video footage of murdered teen

Bianca Devins' family claim video of her having sex and also her murder were shared with the media.
....read more

The Papers: 'French holiday chaos', and 'world watching' PM

Several of Saturday's papers lead with the last-minute changes to quarantine advice for travellers.
....read more

Germany floods: Merkel pledges support for victims

Angela Merkel says the "full extent" of the German floods will only be seen in the coming days.
....read more

Public urged to count butterflies after year of bad weather

TV naturalist Chris Packham said the count could reveal the impact of climate change on wildlife.
....read more

Heat-health alert issued in England for weekend

Public Heath England wants people to look out for those who may be at risk in warmer weather.
....read more

In pictures: Floods kill dozens in Germany and Belgium

Record rainfall caused rivers to burst their banks, leaving at least 70 dead in Germany and Belgium.
....read more

Police and CPS in rape case blame game - report

An urgent shift in the way rape cases are investigated and prosecuted is needed, say watchdogs.
....read more

Biden and Merkel 'united against Russia aggression'

"Good friends can disagree," Mr Biden says of their division over a Russia-to-Germany pipeline.
....read more

Covid: Be cautious as England lockdown ends, urges Whitty

It comes as the UK recorded nearly 50,000 new cases on Thursday - the highest number since January.
....read more

Small shops face £1.7bn debt mountain, says report

The warning is in the latest report on the future of High Streets by former retail chief Bill Grimsey.
....read more

Cbeebies bedtime stories and why Hollywood stars are lining up

Other stars to have taken part include Tom Hardy, Dolly Parton and Sir Elton John.
....read more

On the tenth anniversary of her death a new film about Amy Winehouse is being released

A new Amy Winehouse film, narrated by her mum, is being released on the tenth anniversary of her death.
....read more

Tokyo 2020: The gymnasts 'building bridges between cultures'

The town of Murayama in northern Japan is preparing to welcome a team of Bulgarian Olympians.
....read more

Finding 'Grace': Murder, DNA and ancestry

How a novel use of DNA and ancestry websites is helping police uncover clues in cold case murders.
....read more

Esther Dingley: Partner vows to keep searching for missing hiker

The partner of missing hiker Esther Dingley explains why he won't give up searching for her.
....read more

Formula 1 boss Ross Brawn says hydrogen could be future fuel

Hydrogen-powered cars could be the future of Formula 1 according to Ross Brawn, the F1 managing director for motorsports.
....read more

Dying alone in Indonesia's grim battle with Covid-19

Firefighters haul bodies from homes as hospitals scramble for oxygen in Asia's new Covid epicentre.
....read more

James Norton: 'Making Nowhere Special made me sob and want children'

The Grantchester actor on the emotional toll of playing a dying father and why he doesn't mind fame.
....read more

How your personal data is being scraped from social media

As hackers scoop up data from social media sites, should firms be taking better care of your data?
....read more

England's Ludlow banned for four matches for kneeing opponent in head

Gloucester flanker Lewis Ludlow is given a four-match ban for striking with the knee during England's victory over Canada at Twickenham.
....read more

Covid: Younger adults still at risk of serious organ damage - study

Adults below the age of 50 are almost as likely to suffer from medical complications as those over 50.
....read more

Goldman Sachs to require staff to wear masks from Monday

The banking giant hopes 70% of UK staff will return to its London office in the coming weeks.
....read more

Covid staff shortage could shut meat production lines

The industry has warned of shortages as one in 10 staff are told to isolate by the NHS Covid app
....read more

Covid: Al fresco dining to become a High Street fixture in England

Pavement licences are to be extended and takeaway pints will continue for another year to help the sector.
....read more

The Papers: Britain's 'pingdemic paralysis' amid record alerts

Many papers react to the news that the NHS Covid app sent more than half a million alerts in a week.
....read more

Lions players 'bullish' about Test series despite first defeat - is it false-confidence?

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says his players are in "bullish" mood, but is it false confidence?
....read more

Rare British Guiana 1c Magenta stamp to go on display

The British Guiana 1c Magenta is to go on display in London after being sold for $8.3m (£6.2m).
....read more

National Food Strategy: Prescribe vegetables, tax sugar and salt, says report

A review led by Henry Dimbleby calls on England to "seize the moment" to build a better food system.
....read more

Why black TikTok creators have gone on strike

Backlash for "cultural appropriation" on the video-making app may mean no viral dances for a while.
....read more

Medics fear surge in winter viruses plus Covid

A potential triple whammy of viruses prompts calls for more testing to reduce spread this autumn.
....read more

Covid unlocking a ‘perfect storm’ for pregnant women

Doctors and midwives warn Covid poses a greater risk to women in the later stages of pregnancy.
....read more

MPs call for 'complete reset' of music streaming to ensure fair pay for artists

The music industry is weighted against artists, who see "pitiful returns" from streaming, MPs say.
....read more

Fleeing Taliban bombs and bullets in Afghanistan’s Kunduz province

Yogita Limaye reports from Afghanistan's strategic Kunduz province, mainly now in Taliban hands.
....read more

FBI failed to investigate USA Gymnastics abuser, watchdog finds

While agents dragged their feet, the report found, Larry Nassar continued to prey on gymnasts.
....read more

The Papers: 'Mask chaos' and UK set to 'sizzle' in heatwave

Thursday's papers lead on everything from Covid and face coverings to climate change and heatwaves.
....read more

Menopause: Swansea MP calls for change on 'the change'

Campaigners want women to talk about the menopause and call for more training for GPs.
....read more

Czech women seek compensation for coerced sterilisations

Thousands of women were sterilised without their consent in former Czechoslovakia in the 1970s and 1980s.
....read more

How isolating children are taking part in this end of year school play

This Cheshire primary school's end-of-year play was in jeopardy after a child in Year 6 tested positive for Covid-19.
....read more

Covid: Bereaved Carmarthenshire survivor questions lockdown easing

Gwyn Tovey's wife Rita died just weeks after he caught the virus, which led to Long Covid.
....read more

'My husband was an angel - then he raped me'

Marital rape has long been a taboo issue in Egypt, but now victims are beginning to speak out.
....read more

Should we trust big tech with our health data?

Our medical records are in demand by tech firms who want to use the data to help tackle illnesses.
....read more

Covid: What will mask makers do now?

People around the country have made and sold masks during the pandemic. Here's what they'll do next.
....read more

Tokyo Olympics: Day-by-day guide to the key events, big stars and British medal hopes

Want to know what's happening when in Tokyo? Check out our comprehensive guide to all the action in Japan.
....read more

Britney Spears can hire own lawyer in conservatorship case, judge rules

The decision comes as the pop star addresses a US court for the second time in less than a month.
....read more

Levelling up won't make rich areas poorer, says Boris Johnson

Boris Johnson promises increasing investment in deprived areas will be a "win-win" for the whole UK.
....read more

Mortgages refused for self-employed who took Covid grants

Mortgage brokers say self employed and furloughed workers are being turned down by some high street lenders.
....read more

Insurers plan green replacements for car and property write-offs

Written off or stolen petrol cars could be replaced with electric vehicles, as part of a wide-ranging eco-plan.
....read more

Cuba: US calls for release of all protesters after unrest

Demonstrations broke out nationwide in Cuba on Sunday in a rare protest against the government.
....read more

Prince Charles' warning over survival of small farms

If they go out of business it will "rip the heart out of the British countryside", he says.
....read more

Iranians 'plotted to kidnap US, Canada and UK targets'

New York-based Iranian-born journalist Masih Alinejad says she was targeted for abduction.
....read more

HMS Queen Elizabeth: Covid outbreak on Navy flagship

There have been around 100 cases on HMS Queen Elizabeth, the BBC has been told.
....read more

Peter Falconio murder: Australian police renew appeal to find body

Australian police want to find the remains of Peter Falconio, who was killed in the outback 20 years ago.
....read more

Islamic State children in Syria face a lifetime in prison

A BBC investigation found that children, whose parents supported IS, are caught in a conveyor belt of incarceration.
....read more

UK public at risk from hostile state threats - MI5

The MI5 chief says people need to be as vigilant about covert state action as about terrorism.
....read more

Covid in Scotland: Masks could stay until Christmas says Swinney

Scotland's deputy first minister says it's "perfectly conceivable" that coverings could still be mandatory.
....read more

REvil: Ransomware gang websites disappear from internet

The REvil group has been blamed for cyber-attacks on hundreds of businesses worldwide.
....read more

Cuba: Man confirmed killed in anti-government unrest

A man died in the unrest that began on Sunday, but witnesses deny official accounts of the incident.
....read more

Stalking incidents increase during pandemic

There has been a “significant increase” in stalking offences according to the UK police lead for stalking.
....read more

Ros Atkins on... the trouble at Wembley

Ros Atkins looks at how crowd problems at Wembley played out from Sunday morning until after the final of Euro 2020.
....read more

The woman giving toys a new life

Rebecca transforms people's old and unwanted dolls and then gives them away for free.
....read more

A pandemic constitutional in pictures

Paul Treacy looks back at the photographs he took recovering from "long Covid".
....read more

How the Met Police deals with London's missing person reports

The missing persons specialists at the Met Police deal with thousands of cases a year. How do they prioritise them?
....read more

Summer of Soul: New film revives lost 'Black Woodstock' gig series

Questlove's directorial debut uncovers lost gigs with Sly Stone, Stevie Wonder and Nina Simone.
....read more

A question of faith: Biden, Catholicism and the presidency

A debate over communion for the second Catholic US president renews questions of religion and politics.
....read more

Khashoggi murder: US softens towards Saudi leader

Saudi Arabia's crown prince was shunned after the 2018 killing, but the kingdom is back in business.
....read more

How serious is the shortage of HGV drivers?

The industry says there's a shortage of 100,000 drivers but why is that and what is the likely impact?
....read more

Covid: Plans for fewer rules in Wales to be revealed

It is not expected all rules will go, or that Wales will move as quickly as England.
....read more

Covid: Planned redundancies at lowest level since 2015

Figures suggest employers are keeping workers despite the winding down of the furlough scheme
....read more

'Carry on flying', says government green plan

The policy has been ridiculed by environmentalists who say the government is putting too much faith in innovation.
....read more

Ban online racist abusers from football matches - Labour

Labour wants the courts to be given new powers in a forthcoming bill to crackdown on online abusers.
....read more

The Papers: Kids 'defend Lions' and 'outrage' at foreign aid cut

Wednesday's papers report on the fallout after three England players were subjected to racist abuse.
....read more

Tokyo 2020: Ovie Soko presents Olympic basketball greats

Ovie Soko presents a rundown of basketball legends to have won medals at the Olympic Games.
....read more

MPs to vote on cut to UK foreign aid budget

They will choose between restoring spending to previous levels or tying it to government borrowing.
....read more

The EU countries 'pushing back' asylum seekers at sea

Greece is accused of sending thousands back to Turkey without allowing them to apply for asylum.
....read more

Iraq: Hospital fire in Covid ward kills dozens

The fire broke out in a Covid isolation ward - reportedly after an oxygen cylinder exploded.
....read more

Bank scammer threatens BBC reporter over the phone

A fraudster threatens a BBC reporter during a call supposedly from his bank after a text scam.
....read more

Nadiya Hussain: 'I've wanted to bleach the brown out of me'

Nadiya Hussain talks to comedian Ali Shahalom about being British Bangladeshi in 2021.
....read more

Ghana's Kojo Marfo: Sell-out show for butcher-turned-painter

He's got rock star fans and two sold-out shows to his name, but Kojo Marfo prefers life's simple joys.
....read more

Why people in Eswatini are calling for change

Dozens of people have died in recent protests calling for reform of Eswatini's absolute monarchy.
....read more

In numbers: Life in Afghanistan after America leaves

How did 20 years of war between the US and the Taliban change Afghanistan?
....read more

How your driving might reveal early signs of Alzheimer's

Research shows how small changes in the way you drive could expose preclinical signs of disease.
....read more

US heatwave: Could US and Canada see the worst wildfires yet?

The annual fire season has barely started - and there are claims that 2021 might be the worst year yet.
....read more

Plastic surgery booming in China despite the dangers

Young people are using social media apps to plan cosmetic procedures which don't always meet expectations.
....read more

The myth of India's population explosion

India's most populous state has a contentious plan for curbing population growth. But is it necessary?
....read more

Covid: Bus and train firms must decide whether to mandate masks

Masks will not be legally required on public transport when Covid restrictions are eased in England.
....read more

Hamilton report aims to boost motorsport diversity

Lewis Hamilton says that helping motorsport become more diverse will be "the most valuable" thing he has achieved in his career.
....read more

PM must level up the North at pace, say Tory MPs

The Northern Research Group say ministers must start delivering on promises to rebuild after the pandemic.
....read more

The Papers: 'Ugly face of football' and 'freedom day' in England

Tuesday's papers react to three England players being subjected to racist abuse.
....read more

Flash floods in parts of London leaves cars submerged as roads fill with water

Heavy rain has caused flash floods in parts of London, leaving cars submerged and roads filled with water.
....read more

Climate change: Technology boosts efforts to curb tree loss in Amazon

Smartphones and satellite data help indigenous people in the Peruvian Amazon to limit deforestation.
....read more

Springtime bounceback lifts High Streets to record growth

High Street sales from April to June grew at the fastest pace on record, industry figures indicate.
....read more

Covid in Scotland: Sturgeon to announce decision on restrictions

The First Minister will confirm whether Scotland's levels will be changed on 19 July as planned.
....read more

Tesla: Elon Musk ‘rather hates’ being company boss

Speaking in court on Monday, the entrepreneur said he prefers spending time on design and engineering.
....read more

Texas Democrats flee state to block Republican voting law

Republicans in the state are proposing some of the most restrictive voting laws in the US.
....read more

Euro 2020 Final: FA review after fans break into Wembley

The FA chief executive Mark Bullingham apologises to legitimate fans whose experience was affected.
....read more

Marcus Rashford mural defaced after England Euro 2020 defeat

The artwork honouring the footballer's work to tackle child food poverty is vandalised.
....read more

Murray leads Lions for first time against South Africa A

Tour captain Conor Murray leads the British and Irish Lions for the first time when they face South Africa A in Cape Town on Wednesday.
....read more

McGregor 'feeling tremendous' after surgery and promises to return 'better than ever'

Conor McGregor promises to come back "better than ever" after having surgery on a broken leg sustained in defeat by Dustin Poirier.
....read more

Covid-19: Lockdown set to lift and long Covid testing hopes

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.
....read more

'Not seeing my disabled son during lockdown was awful'

Mum Dawn Cavanagh said son Jack, who lives in residential care, "would sob down the phone".
....read more

Euro 2020 final: England boss Gareth Southgate says he chose penalty-takers

All too aware of the pain of a penalty miss, England boss Gareth Southgate rallied around the trio who missed theirs in the Euro 2020 final.
....read more

Jaipur: Lightning strike kills 11 taking selfies in India

The incident happened when tourists were at a popular fort in India's Jaipur city.
....read more

US team to visit Haiti after President Jovenel Moïse's assassination

It will assess the security situation after last week's attack that triggered unrest in Haiti.
....read more

Cubans stage rare protests over Covid measures

Thousands rally in several Cuban cities on Sunday, with others showing support for the government.
....read more

England's Euro 2020: 'They brought us joy that my generation have never felt'

BBC pundits react to England's Euro 2020 final defeat by Italy after penalty shootout heartbreak at Wembley.
....read more

Racist abuse of England players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho & Bukayo Saka condemned by FA

The FA condemns racist abuse aimed at England players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka.
....read more

Long Covid: Early findings bring hope for diagnostic tests

Scientists say early research findings could lead to a diagnostic test for those with long-term symptoms.
....read more

Almost half of staff care less about their careers since Covid

More of us worry about work-related burnout since the start of the pandemic, a study by Aviva shows.
....read more

Afghan woman 'unbroken' after being shot by her husband

Afghan woman Shakila Zareen had to have 22 operations after being shot in the face by her husband.
....read more

A mum's campaign to make children safer in open water

Beckie Ramsay, who's son Dylan died in 2011, wants children to be educated on the dangers of open water swimming.
....read more

Voice cloning of growing interest to actors and cybercriminals

Why voice cloning is not just a threat to actors but could benefit cybercriminals too.
....read more

Euro 2020: Fans' despair as England lose to Italy in final

Around 60,000 fans were at Wembley, while millions watched in pubs, fan zones and at home.
....read more

Euro 2020: Italy fans ecstatic after England defeated in Wembley final

There are scenes of jubilation across Italy as the national football team beat England on penalties.
....read more

Italy are champions three years after failing to qualify for the World Cup

Watch highlights as Italy beat England 3-2 in a tense penalty shootout to become European champions at Wembley.
....read more

Euro 2020: Fans react to penalty pain for England again

Despite taking an early lead England fans were left disappointed as Italy won Euro 2020 in a penalty shoot-out.
....read more

Euro 2020 final: England defeat incredibly painful, says Gareth Southgate

England's Euro 2020 final defeat by Italy is "incredibly painful" but the players gave "everything, says manager Gareth Southgate.
....read more

The Papers: 'Lions did us proud' and 'curse strikes again'

Monday's papers reflect a nation's heartbreak after England's Euro 2020 final defeat.
....read more

Drugs: One man dies amid 12 drug overdoses in Swansea

The health board in Swansea warned fake anti-anxiety drugs may be linked to a spate of overdoses.
....read more

Portugal orders house arrest for Benfica football club president

Luís Filipe Vieira is being investigated in Portugal for suspected tax fraud and money laundering.
....read more

Offa's Dyke: Monument damaged by 'centuries of benign neglect'

The Offa's Dyke earthwork has "a lot of catching up to do" with Hadrian's Wall and Stonehenge.
....read more

South Africa captain Kolisi tests positive for Covid-19 two weeks before Lions series

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi tests positive for coronavirus as his side build up to the series against the British and Irish Lions.
....read more

Covid-19: NHS backlog warning and face masks still needed in Wales

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday.
....read more

Thousands of fish dropped from plane to restock Utah lakes

Wildlife authorities in Utah do this to restock lakes that aren't accessible to other forms of transport.
....read more

ICYMI: A nail-biting tight rope walk and a tiny cow

Here's a summary of this week's news you might have missed.
....read more

Poirier beats McGregor after Irishman suffers freak ankle injury

Dustin Poirier beats Conor McGregor in the first round of their trilogy fight at UFC 264 in Las Vegas.
....read more

Italy vs England Euro 2020 final: Meet the Italians who stand in the way of England and European glory

Everything you need to know about the Italians who stand in the way of England and the European Championship trophy
....read more

Sir Richard Branson: Space flight will be 'extraordinary'

The UK businessman is about to realise a lifetime's ambition by flying to the edge of space.
....read more

Lionel Messi wins first Copa America as Argentina beat Brazil in final

Lionel Messi ends his wait for a first major international title as Argentina beat Brazil in the Copa America final.
....read more

Covid: NHS backlog in England could reach 13 million, says Sajid Javid

Sajid Javid says waiting list projections "shocked me the most" in his first days as health secretary.
....read more

'I help Indian parents talk about sex'

An Indian sex coach says parents turn to her for advice as sex education is not available in schools.
....read more

The foreigners in China’s disinformation drive

Foreigners are increasingly appearing on YouTube promoting China's narrative on issues like Xinjiang.
....read more

How did my phone number end up for sale on a US database?

A journey of discovery into the somewhat opaque, if lucrative, world of contact selling
....read more

From living in a tent to financial independence

Schemes helping homeless people lacking IDs to get bank accounts are transforming hundreds of lives.
....read more

Why Canada is reforming indigenous foster care

The residential school legacy has been linked to the overrepresentation of indigenous children in care.
....read more

Football-mad Italians gear up for big night

Italy's success in the Euro competition has lifted spirits after the pandemic, Mark Lowen reports.
....read more

Bernard Mongan: Failings by Army over soldier's death, report says

The body of L/Cpl Bernard Mongan was discovered in his barracks three weeks after he went missing.
....read more

Foreign aid: Gates and others to partially cover UK aid cuts

The group says the funding will help save "critical projects" and ensure progress is not "wasted".
....read more

Covid: Woman aged 90 died with double variant infection

Simultaneous infections are rare but can happen, particularly in people yet to be vaccinated, warn experts.
....read more

Covid in Wales: Face masks to stay but no decision on shops

Face coverings will still be mandatory on public transport and in health and social care settings.
....read more

'Inspirational, healing England team are a unifying force'

An England team that became sadly symbolic with failure has now helped inspire and heal a national sporting psyche. How did they reach this point?
....read more