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The National Trust's map plots a worst-case scenario if global carbon emissions are not driven down.
Infections fell by two-thirds in lockdown but one in 200 people still have the virus, a study says.
The health secretary says 379 households in south-east England are being contacted.
Schoolchildren's household and bubble members will be offered Covid tests to take at home twice a week.
The racing driver, who had both legs amputated in 2017, has walked, cycled and kayaked 140 miles.
The PM calls it an "extraordinary feat", reached just over two months after the first vaccine was delivered.
Eviction notices, which were set to resume on 22 February, cannot now be served for another six weeks.
The story of one day inside a Covid vaccination hub in Surrey, treating 700 to 900 people a day.
Infection rates are declining overall, but some regions are seeing a rise in cases.
The government is reviewing whether venues can ask for proof of vaccination or a negative test.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
A year ago, the UK was yet to record a Covid case. Then a family rang NHS 111 from a hotel in York.
Christmas gatherings were cut back but was there still an impact on Covid cases?
Tom Nichols' 13th goal of the season earns Crawley Town a win at promotion-hunting Tranmere Rovers in League Two.
Sutton United are denied top spot in the National League as they were held at home by play-off chasing Wrexham.
Sam Ashford scores on his debut as Woking secure a routine win which sees King's Lynn drop into the relegation zone.
As the nation prepares to return to recreational team sports again, ground staff are on the search for more, younger helping hands.
Two second-half goals from Carlos Mendes Gomes help Morecambe to an impressive 3-1 victory over Crawley.
The National Trust's map plots a worst-case scenario if global carbon emissions are not driven down.
Infections fell by two-thirds in lockdown but one in 200 people still have the virus, a study says.
The health secretary says 379 households in south-east England are being contacted.
Schoolchildren's household and bubble members will be offered Covid tests to take at home twice a week.
The racing driver, who had both legs amputated in 2017, has walked, cycled and kayaked 140 miles.
The PM calls it an "extraordinary feat", reached just over two months after the first vaccine was delivered.
Eviction notices, which were set to resume on 22 February, cannot now be served for another six weeks.
The story of one day inside a Covid vaccination hub in Surrey, treating 700 to 900 people a day.
Infection rates are declining overall, but some regions are seeing a rise in cases.
The government is reviewing whether venues can ask for proof of vaccination or a negative test.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
A year ago, the UK was yet to record a Covid case. Then a family rang NHS 111 from a hotel in York.
Christmas gatherings were cut back but was there still an impact on Covid cases?
Tom Nichols' 13th goal of the season earns Crawley Town a win at promotion-hunting Tranmere Rovers in League Two.
Sutton United are denied top spot in the National League as they were held at home by play-off chasing Wrexham.
Sam Ashford scores on his debut as Woking secure a routine win which sees King's Lynn drop into the relegation zone.
As the nation prepares to return to recreational team sports again, ground staff are on the search for more, younger helping hands.
Two second-half goals from Carlos Mendes Gomes help Morecambe to an impressive 3-1 victory over Crawley.
The British-Iranian faces a separate court case now her five-year sentence on spying charges has ended.
A range of measures are being looked at to help pupils in England catch up, the education secretary says.
The population immunity to viruses other than Covid could be lower than usual, a top medic warns.
Lord Frost says the EU has "significantly undermined" post-Brexit arrangements for Northern Ireland.
Rangers are Scottish champions for the first time in 10 years after Celtic draw 0-0 with Dundee United.
The Tories say they will hold a vote of no confidence in John Swinney this week over his handling of the Salmond saga.
The Roman Catholic leader visits Mosul, the former stronghold of the Islamic State group.
Stay at home rules banning all but essential travel could be eased, Wales' first minister says.
The Chinese government has been accused of trying to destroy the Uighur minority in north-west China.
The 18-year-old victim died at the scene in Abbey Wood having been stabbed in the chest.
The food delivery firm, set to be valued at $7bn (£5bn), will also offer shares to takeaway customers.
The three finger gesture has become a defining symbol of demonstrations in Myanmar and Thailand.
A US police officer is accused of killing a black man last year. Here's why the world is watching.
Royal news continues to dominate the papers ahead of Harry and Meghan's Oprah Winfrey interview.
The sister of a girl who died following a school bus crash speaks about how she copes with her grief.
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
The US has deployed long-range bomber planes to Norway, in a move seen as a message to Russia.
Ten years ago, Egyptians took to the streets calling for the overthrow of President Hosni Mubarak
Thousands gathered for the event, which was scaled back over Covid-19 safety concerns.
Stormont signer Kristina Sinclair's children use sign language despite not having hearing difficulties.
A war hero had been all but forgotten. But now his story can be told - thanks to his engagement ring.
Katy Sprague's family believe if their concerns had been addressed she would still be alive today.
The rock band discuss Mick Jagger, lockdown haircuts and how their lyrics start on bar mats.
After almost 90 years of animated films, Disney has finally ventured into South East Asia.
Here are some of the things you need to know about the British royals.
While pension pots are going green, how easy is it to dump investments in tobacco or gambling?
As children in England return to school on Monday, parents have mixed emotions.
The day before Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is due for release, her husband talks of his hopes and fears.
West Brom and Newcastle battle to a goalless draw at the Hawthorns that does little to ease either side's Premier League relegation fears.
Virat Kohli's personality is driving India towards World Test Championship glory - and their 'final frontier' in England, writes Suresh Menon.
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson opens up about his 2018 brain haemorrhage in new film.
England thrash New Zealand by 32 runs to complete a clean sweep in their three-match Twenty20 series.
UFC light-heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz sees off middleweight challenger Israel Adesanya at UFC 259, where Amanda Nunes also wins again.
All students in England can return to classrooms from 8 March, but how will Covid testing work?
The logistics of vaccinating millions of people across the country, as more than 21 million people receive at least one dose.
The prime minister has announced a plan for how the lockdown will be lifted in England.
The coronavirus vaccine is being rolled out across the EU but there have been delays.
The pandemic is costing the government hundreds of billions of pounds. Where will it all come from?
Travellers going to and from the UK face a growing number of restrictions.
People are turning to tactics that misinterpret outdated law to avoid coronavirus regulations.
The Oxford University-AstraZeneca vaccines should save many lives, say experts.
The R number is a simple but crucial figure at the heart of lockdown decisions across the UK.
The government has unveiled its plans for unlocking UK restrictions, including holiday travel.
The government is reviewing whether venues can ask for proof of vaccination or a negative test.
As schools remain closed to most pupils, the BBC is offering a wealth of educational material.
New Covid-19 variants keep appearing – and their mutations are very different to the comic book kind.
The coronavirus vaccine is being rolled out across the EU but there have been delays.
AI software can now match footage of motorists throwing rubbish with their car's number plate and issue an automatic fine .
An ongoing Covid-19 study has shown how the North of England was hit harder than the rest of the country.
See how extreme weather has affected an vital reservoir in California.
A £5bn scheme to help town centres is announced - but will it be enough to help a "struggling" town?
A team of electrical technicians made the discovery while moving an electrical pole in Monmouthshire.
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1. How to get more done. One of the drawbacks of working from home is the amount of distractions at your fingertips, whether it be a full pantry of food or living distractions like family members and pets. The temptation to relax and doing chores are the top two biggest work-from-home distractions. Time-management skills are key to helping with these distractions. READ MORE 2. Latest data shows vaccine reduces transmission. There is "early data" showing a reduction in transmission in people who have had a coronavirus vaccine, the health secretary has said. The Health Secretary said hospital admissions were falling "much more sharply" than they were in the pandemic's first wave. The government aims to offer a first jab to all adults in the UK by the end of July, with one in three adults already vaccinated. Boris Johnson will unveil his plan for ending England's lockdown by close of business today. BBC 3. WTO appoints first woman chief. Former Nigerian finance minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is to lead the World Trade Organisation (WTO), becoming the first woman and first African to hold the director-general role. It comes after US president Joe Biden overturned Donald Trump’s block on her appointment. Okonjo-Iweala, who spent 25 years at the World Bank, will take over the Geneva-based institution at a make-or-break time for the global trading system, as governments seek to navigate the economic and health consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. The Independent 4. House prices reach record high. House prices rose by 8.5% in 2020, the highest annual growth rate since October 2014. The average price for a property reached a record high of £252,000 in December, with the most growth recorded in the northwest: 11.2%. London prices rose by 3.5%. UK house prices soared in the second half of the year, but mortgage offers and online asking prices suggest that prices will fall back this year by around 2%. Office for National Statistics 5. Companies focus on wellbeing. Workplace wellbeing has become a more significant consideration for employers, research suggests. During the pandemic, several major companies, such as insurer Aviva, have offered staff days off for wellbeing. In the UK, research from insurer Westfield Health shows the cost of mental health absenteeism increased in 2020, but also that the majority of employers plan to spend more on employee wellbeing in coming years. Long-term flexibility and mental health programs at work were both cited as popular options by employees in the study. Wellbeing is one of 10 tutorials on 10/10, our government supported leadership development and mentoring programme. LEARN MORE |
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6. Stop the guilt of pandemic laziness. You're sitting at home, scrolling through Netflix recommendations when you're suddenly hit with pangs of guilt for being lazy. Been there? Same. One social psychologist tells us to stop this nonsense, explaining we feel this way because "we use external cues as an 'anchor' to help us gauge whether we are spending our time well enough." Not every moment we're home needs to be spent working. In fact, they encourage "cyberloafing," or a mindless scroll through the internet or social feeds, as research shows we often come back “more productive and focused” after such an activity. CNBC 7. What’s the future of work. Once the world gets past the pandemic, what will stick around in our professional lives, and what will go away? McKinsey Global Initiative research involving the US, UK and other countries found that more than 100 million workers will likely need to transition to new jobs by 2030, which is up to 25% more than pre-COVID estimates in advanced economies. The research also shows that working from home and virtual meetings will stick around, though "less intensely," and the adoption of automation and artificial intelligence will speed up, especially for work that involves physical proximity. The Times 8. How to raise the subject of salary. When's the right time to ask about compensation in a job interview? Should a candidate inquire about pay right off the bat, or wait until later on in the job search process when they've solidified that they’re a strong fit for the role? Among our top tips: [1] Wait until the end of the first interview or call to broach the topic. [2] Be honest, informed, and realistic about your expectations. [3] Consider delaying the question if you're meeting with a hiring manager or future employer, as opposed to a recruiter. Editor 9. What happens when you work from bed? After almost a year working from home, many have realised that working from bed isn't as comfy as it sounds. Though many have tried it during the pandemic, according to research by Buba, a majority of home workers in the UK have reported aches and pains due to their lack of proper desk. And working from bed isn't just bad ergonomically, with experts advising that it can be bad for productivity and sleep, due to the brain associating bed with work. BBC 10. The bottom line. Just under 60% of the 50,888 people who died with Covid in England between January and November last year were disabled, though disabled people only make up 17.2% of the population. Office for National Statistics |
Mrs Zaghari-Ratcliffe's husband, Richard, has been told a new court case is scheduled against her.
The sister of a girl who died following a school bus crash speaks about how she copes with her grief.
In January, the Covid mortality rate in Burnley was more than double the English average.
Stormont signer Kristina Sinclair's children use sign language despite not having hearing difficulties.
The practice, which the RSPCA says is on the rise, involves cutting off part of the animal's ear.
The Duchess of Sussex tells Oprah Winfrey why she decided the time was right to be interviewed.
Adventurer Noel Hanna had to abandon a trek last month after five fellow climbers died.
An ongoing Covid-19 study has shown how the North of England was hit harder than the rest of the country.
New Covid-19 variants keep appearing – and their mutations are very different to the comic book kind.
Michael, who has dementia, hasn't been able to properly see his family for a year, due to Covid-19 restrictions in his nursing home.
The fox frequently visits the garden of Faroz and his daughter Sophia, who initially thought it was a wolf.
The crash caused "significant damage" to the supermarket and an inquiry is under way, police say.
The Duchess of Cornwall gives an update on her father-in-law's condition during a vaccination centre visit.
A teenager says he has realised "how much sometimes I take for granted", including his beliefs.
"I am so pleased to have participated in a new way to share Bible stories," says the Bishop of Ely.
The BBC's Jonathan Blake takes us through the big things that stood out from this year's Budget.
As rules on care home visits in Scotland are relaxed, one woman describes how it felt to hug her mum for the first time in almost a year.
AI software can now match footage of motorists throwing rubbish with their car's number plate and issue an automatic fine .
From newly elected backbencher to Chancellor in less than five years.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak says the Budget he has delivered protects jobs, businesses and will bring prosperity across the UK.
A paramedic and a Met officer have become engaged after meeting on a 999 callout at a chicken shop.
The chancellor sets out a three-part plan to “protect the jobs and livelihoods of the British people”.
The Labour leader said the UK faced a worse economic crisis because of the chancellor's decisions.
The Golden Globe winner says it "makes sense" for her to leave at the end of The Crown's fourth season.
The controlled explosion of a World War Two bomb in Exeter has left a crater in the ground and properties with "structural damage".
Actress Ruthie Henshall is calling for more visiting access to family members in care homes.
How a picture book about a little bear who discovers he is deaf tells a personal story for its creators.
A look at how schools are preparing to welcome back most pupils on 8 March.
A self-taught amateur space photographer captures a range of spectacular images from his garden.
A meteor - which was caught on camera - was visible for around seven seconds on Sunday night.
Jim Ashworth-Beaumont needs the prosthetic after being involved in a cycling accident last year.
Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi says authorities are working to locate a person with a concerning variant of coronavirus.
Alex has been homeless on and off for 10 years, and lost his job as lorry driver when the pandemic hit.
Shanique is studying for her master's degree after struggling to find employment.
The Chancellor says he wants to level with people about the economic challenges ahead.
Labour's Anneliese Dodds tells the BBC's Andrew Marr there should be no immediate tax rise on businesses.
Kaci says it was her birthday wish to raise money for a charity that supports disabled children.
A controlled detonation has been carried out on an unexploded World War Two bomb found in Exeter.
"Pawstep Portraits" captures dogs with their owners, who then donate to the NHS or Lanta Animal Welfare.
Four young performers pay tribute to the 100-year-old veteran, who raised almost £33m for NHS charities.
After phase one is complete by mid-April, here's the order in which all other adults will get the jab.
Outdoor sport for people with disabilities is allowed in lockdown and is a lifeline for families.
BBC editors Faisal Islam and Simon Jack tell us what Chancellor Rishi Sunak might have in store.
Fishing community leaders say Greenpeace's action is dangerous and illegal.
The landscape has been recreated to help young people understand how to run a national park.
A nurse who died with Covid-19 inspired nearly her entire family to join the NHS.
Nearly 200,000 extremely clinically vulnerable young people have been offered their vaccine.
There has been an increase in private tuition during the pandemic but concerns remain about the checks in place.
Lord Chris Smith is calling for more diversity in Government.
Calls to a major domestic violence charity increased by more than 50 per cent during the pandemic in 2020.
