
Boris Johnson wants to allow "as many family members as possible" to attend amid the 30-guest limit.
Environmental charity WWF joins those across Surrey paying tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh.
The Duke of Edinburgh visited landmarks from the i360 to Chatham's naval war memorial.
Peter Ainsworth - former shadow environment secretary and MP for East Surrey - has died aged 64.
Some towns in the North of England and the Midlands are struggling to get Covid infection rates down.
The rules on how many people can meet outdoors are changing, as lockdown is eased.
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
England pair Ben Foakes and Rory Burns keep Surrey in the game at Bristol as the visitors close day three leading Gloucestershire by 126.
Phil Brown starts his second spell in charge of League Two strugglers Southend with a goalless draw against Crawley Town.
Eastleigh's National League play-off hopes take a hit as they fail to break down 10-man Woking in a goalless draw.
Half-centuries from Gloucestershire's top three batsmen ensure a decent first-innings lead against Surrey.
With the County Championship making an eagerly anticipated return on Thursday, here's a look at who and what to watch out for.
Boris Johnson wants to allow "as many family members as possible" to attend amid the 30-guest limit.
Environmental charity WWF joins those across Surrey paying tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh.
The Duke of Edinburgh visited landmarks from the i360 to Chatham's naval war memorial.
Peter Ainsworth - former shadow environment secretary and MP for East Surrey - has died aged 64.
Some towns in the North of England and the Midlands are struggling to get Covid infection rates down.
The rules on how many people can meet outdoors are changing, as lockdown is eased.
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
England pair Ben Foakes and Rory Burns keep Surrey in the game at Bristol as the visitors close day three leading Gloucestershire by 126.
Phil Brown starts his second spell in charge of League Two strugglers Southend with a goalless draw against Crawley Town.
Eastleigh's National League play-off hopes take a hit as they fail to break down 10-man Woking in a goalless draw.
Half-centuries from Gloucestershire's top three batsmen ensure a decent first-innings lead against Surrey.
With the County Championship making an eagerly anticipated return on Thursday, here's a look at who and what to watch out for.
Boris Johnson wants to allow "as many family members as possible" to attend amid the 30-guest limit.
Prince Charles said his father "would have been amazed by... the touching things that have been said".
The ceremony is split over two days for the first time, with more winners to be revealed on Sunday.
People are urged to be considerate when non-essential retail rules ease in England and Wales on Monday.
An ally of Matt Hancock tells the BBC he "acted in entirely the correct way" after the 2019 meeting.
The star, who appeared on the seventh series of Big Brother in 2006, had been fighting anorexia.
Campaigning will resume after tributes to Prince Philip in the Commons, Holyrood and the Senedd.
Thomas Schreiber is charged with murder, attempted murder and dangerous driving.
Thousands of people in Saint Vincent have been evacuated after the La Soufrière volcano erupted.
Activists say more than 80 people were killed in the city of Bago in protests against the military coup.
The 23-year-old was not breathing but regained consciousness after being given CPR, police say.
Giorgos Karaivaz was shot with a silenced weapon by two men on a moped outside his home in Athens.
Japan's Hideki Matsuyama shoots a 65 on Saturday to take a four-shot lead into the final day of the Masters, with England's Justin Rose tied for second.
Sunday's papers carry Prince Charles's tribute to Prince Philip, who died on Friday at the age of 99.
Gyms open in England this week, but people should "take it slow" to get their fitness levels back.
Bravissimo's Leanne Cahill explains how her shops will work when they reopen after lockdown.
Prince Philip's Royal Navy years were a defining experience, and led to him meeting Princess Elizabeth.
Warmer sand temperatures from climate change are leading to way more females being hatched than males.
A selection of striking images from our readers on this week's theme.
Huge plumes of smoke filled the sky above the Caribbean island, forcing thousands from their homes.
People in Windsor tell us their messages for the Queen, as she mourns the loss of her husband, Prince Philip.
Media outlets around the globe break the news of the Duke of Edinburgh's death, aged 99.
The iconic supermarket on Tverskaya Street in central Moscow first opened its doors 120 years ago.
A round-up of the latest false and misleading posts about Covid-19 going viral on social media
The rise of jockey Rachael Blackmore - the modest trailblazer who made Grand National history
Some are eager to hit the High Street when non-essential shops reopen on Monday - but others remain wary.
Ghana is the world's second largest cocoa producer but sees little of the profits from chocolate - for now.
From a Christmas morning at Sandringham, to a Canadian hotel, here are some of your Prince Philip stories.
See the winners so far and all the nominees for this year's British Academy Film Awards.
The event sees countries using pavilions to show off the latest in architecture and technology.
The TV presenter discusses his new ITV game show and why he really, really hates autocue.
Thousands of NHS staff, from dentists to physiotherapists, have been redeployed during the pandemic.
Trent Alexander-Arnold does not have to "prove anything", said Jurgen Klopp who wants to focus on Liverpool's "massive" 2-1 win over Aston Villa.
BBC Sport's Simon Stone looks at the impact Marcelo Bielsa has had at Leeds and the importance of him staying at Elland Road.
Conor Benn produces the finest display of his 18-fight career as he knocks out Samuel Vargas in 80 seconds.
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel challenged Kai Havertz to show greater "hunger and determination" after the forward impressed in a dominant victory at Crystal Palace.
Further tributes will be paid across the sporting weekend to Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who died on Friday aged 99.
Canada's Corey Connors scores only the sixth hole-in-one in tournament history at the par three-sixth hole at Augusta National, moving into contention in the third round of The Masters.
Real Madrid move top of La Liga with a narrow victory over Barcelona in El Clasico.
What happens next in the days leading up to the ceremonial funeral for the Duke of Edinburgh?
In marrying, Philip was able to regain the "simple pleasures" of family life he had lost at eight.
For some, the Duke of Edinburgh will be remembered most vividly for his public comments.
Writer and broadcaster Gyles Brandreth reflects on the public response to the Duke of Edinburgh's death.
People from all generations have come to Windsor to pay tribute to Prince Philip after his death.
A royal occasion descended into bewilderment and chuckles after a swarm of bees descended.
From his rescue as a toddler to thwarting wartime sea raids, the duke - and his outlook on life - was shaped by the navy.
During their 73-year marriage, he was the Queen's public support and the person who knew her best.
What was it like to take on the part of the Duke of Edinburgh in the award-winning Netflix series?
Members of the public gather at Buckingham Palace to lay flowers and show support for the Queen.
The duke visited the devastated village within hours of the tragedy that claimed 144 lives.
Crowds gathered outside Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle and people laid floral tributes.
For pals James and Nathan, the awards are about more than hauling badly-packed rucksacks up hills.
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, won widespread respect for his steadfast and constant support of the Queen.
He was the man beside Queen Elizabeth II - and arguably the world's most famous husband.
The BBC's announcement as Buckingham Palace confirms the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Hospitality venues are set to gradually open up as lockdown eases across the UK.
The rules on how many people can meet outdoors are changing, as lockdown is eased.
As coronavirus restrictions are lifted - when can you return to your favourite activities?
What are the tests for coronavirus, who are they for, and how do they work?
We answer some of your questions about England's roadmap out of lockdown, and other Covid-related issues.
Anyone in England who travels abroad without good reason will soon face a £5000 fine.
Are European countries relaxing restrictions put in place to control a new wave of infections?
The logistics of vaccinating millions of people across the country, as almost 32 million people receive at least one dose.
Under-30s will be not be offered the AstraZeneca vaccine, after concerns over rare blood clots.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
We take a look at why these unusual clots happen and when they occur.
A guide to the risks and benefits of receiving the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.
People under 30 are being offered an alternative to the AstraZeneca vaccine after a review into rare blood clots.
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
Lockdown rules are being eased further in England and Wales so more people can meet up outside.
As lockdown restrictions ease ease gradually across the UK, what are the rules about going to work?
Charts and maps tracking the progress of Covid vaccination programmes.
Lockdown has been eased further - but what does it mean for hairdressers, pubs and gyms?
Use our search tool to find out about coronavirus rules and restrictions where you live.
Places of worship are open across much of the UK, despite lockdown.
A collection of your tributes to some of the thousands of people in the UK who have died with coronavirus.
The EU has called on AstraZeneca to "catch up" on its deliveries to the EU.
Wedding ceremonies are still restricted across the UK, but the rules are easing.
The coronavirus vaccine is being rolled out across the EU but there have been delays.
As the UK cautiously unlocks, experts will review the evidence on when and where masks are needed.
The unemployment rate is rising as Covid hits different parts of the economy.
From dog theft to drug crime, lockdown has led to some big changes in policing.
Twenty of Downing Street's most senior politicians, officials and former officials take you "into the room" where essential Covid decisions were being made.
A year into the pandemic, we look at countries that have had some success in tackling the virus.
How the government handled the release of a contentious report on racial disparity in the UK.
Danny Stewart saw something on the floor of an NY subway station - soon he would treasure it more than anything.
Diagnosed with a terminal illness, Hanna wanted to tell the twins taken from her at 16 - but had no way of reaching them.
Uyghurs abroad describe a pattern of harassment and intimidation they say is designed to silence them.
Online conspiracy theories are exacerbating existing vaccine scepticism.
1. How three myths can kill strategic planning. Strategic thinking is a process that defines the manner in which people think about, assess, view, and create the future for themselves and others. But strategic thinking often boils down to choosing what not to do. Yet three myths continue to plague it. READ MORE 2. Study reveals Covid ignorance. Just half of people in the UK are able to correctly identify the main symptoms of Covid-19, a major study has found. Researchers from Public Health England and King’s College London also found that fewer than one in five people (18%) in the UK get tested if they have Covid symptoms, while only 43% stuck to self-isolation rules. The researchers also concluded that “the current form of the UK’s test, trace, and isolate system is limited”. The Observer 3. Gender equality will take 135 years. Amid a pandemic that has an outsized impact on female workers, the time it will take to close the global gender gap has increased from 99 years to 135 years, according to the global gender report produced by the World Economic Forum. Women around the world lost their jobs at a higher rate than men, 5% vs 3.9% among men, and sectors where job opportunities are growing are significantly underrepresented by women. In cloud computing, women make up just 14% of the workforce and in engineering they comprise 20% of workers. The WEF has two major recommendations to reverse these trends: [1] Focus on long-term solutions, such as expanding the availability of childcare to all workers. [2] Put structures in place so tech-intensive roles that are growing in the economy need to be filled by more female talent. Metro 4. Report suggests scrapping BAME. The term BAME should no longer be used by public bodies and companies, the government’s disparities commission has recommended. A report by the independent Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities is expected to say BAME has become “unhelpful and redundant”. The label is an acronym for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic. The report will also include research suggesting that the term “ethnic minority” is more popular with people from ethnic minorities than “BAME”. Daily Mail 5. Reset work-life boundary when WFH. With the home now the office for so many workers, the elusive work-life balance is becoming even more unattainable. Experts say the best way to avoid being "always on" is to shift the focus away from balance and establish work-life boundaries instead. Here are three ways leaders can lead by example. [1] Declare your intention: All workplaces have different expectations, so make sure your team knows they don’t have to work around the clock and that it’s OK to unplug. [2] Define ‘urgent’: Set specific expectations for the level of urgency of any request. [3] Show you mean it: Don’t send emails outside business hours as your team will think they have to follow suit. Editor |
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Prince Charles said his father "would have been amazed by... the touching things that have been said".
Prince Philip's Royal Navy years were a defining experience, and led to him meeting Princess Elizabeth.
Bravissimo's Leanne Cahill explains how her shops will work when they reopen after lockdown.
Sophie and Edward greet members of the public after visiting the Queen at Windsor Castle.
Gun salutes have been fired across the UK, in Gibraltar and at sea in memory of the Duke of Edinburgh.
Alex and his two children came to lay flowers at 01:00 BST in memory of the Duke of Edinburgh.
'He's someone I look up to as a young person,' said one of the visitors paying their respects to HRH Prince Philip.
His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, lived most of his life in the public eye.
The BBC's announcement as Buckingham Palace confirms the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
He died peacefully on Friday morning at Windsor Castle.
Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh married in November 1947. Winston Churchill described it as a flash of colour in the grey post-war Britain.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson pays tribute to Prince Philip outside 10 Downing Street.
The Labour leader says the Duke of Edinburgh "dedicated his life to our country".
The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh.
The former Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, pays tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh.
She told the BBC she was concerned about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on attendance at COP26.
The BBC’s David Shukman on how to navigate lockdown easing while keeping yourself and others safe.
Richard Okorogheye's mother, Evidence Joel, says she does not believe her son took his own life.
It was the sixth night of disorder in NI, a period in which up to 55 police officers have been hurt.
Alison Astles encourages vaccine uptake despite brother's death from blood clot, saying he was "extraordinarily unlucky."
The UK drugs regulator says an alternative to the AstraZeneca jab should be offered to people aged 18 to 29.
Chris Sutton has opened up about the struggle of watching his dad, footballer Mike Sutton, suffer with dementia.
Boris Johnson says overseas vaccine passports will probably be a "fact of life".
A paediatrician describes how his love of space observation has grown during the lockdown.
Charlie Pallet has raised money for Help for Heroes with a recording of a wartime song.
It remained open throughout the two world wars, but was the Covid-19 pandemic forced it to shut.
Lucy Morrow, from Nottinghamshire, got creative after having to spend time off work due to surgery.
One impact of lockdown is that there has been a big reduction in light pollution in some areas.
Vaccines Minister Nadhim Zahawi explains the government's Covid position on vaccine passports.