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Ben Perkins built a blacksmith's forge in his back garden and taught himself the traditional craft.
Millions of children in England will be surveyed in an attempt to tackle "generational problems".
Up to 9.4 million people have not yet ensured they can cast a ballot in May's elections.
She was charged following a public order incident near Windsor Castle, Thames Valley Police said.
The elections for police and crime commissioners will take place across England and Wales on 6 May.
The princess says she wants to follow her father's example of "a life well lived and service freely given".
Pub gardens and non-essential shops can now open in England - as part of the next stage of easing lockdown rules.
Pubs, cafes and restaurants in England can now open for customers seated outdoors.
We answer some of your questions about England's roadmap out of lockdown, and other Covid-related issues.
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
A traffic light system ranking foreign countries by coronavirus risk is to be introduced - the rules on UK holidays are also easing.
Hassan Azad makes heroic century as Leicestershire bat throughout the final day to secure draw against Surrey.
Joe Pigott scores twice as AFC Wimbledon make it three wins in a row with a 4-1 trouncing of fellow League One strugglers Swindon.
Barnet end 12-match winless run in the National League with victory over Aldershot.
Wrexham secure a vital victory in their play-off push with an impressive win at Woking.
Top-of-the-table Cheltenham suffer their first defeat in four games after a late strike by substitute Jordan Maguire-Drew gives Crawley victory.
Ben Perkins built a blacksmith's forge in his back garden and taught himself the traditional craft.
Millions of children in England will be surveyed in an attempt to tackle "generational problems".
Up to 9.4 million people have not yet ensured they can cast a ballot in May's elections.
She was charged following a public order incident near Windsor Castle, Thames Valley Police said.
The elections for police and crime commissioners will take place across England and Wales on 6 May.
The princess says she wants to follow her father's example of "a life well lived and service freely given".
Pub gardens and non-essential shops can now open in England - as part of the next stage of easing lockdown rules.
Pubs, cafes and restaurants in England can now open for customers seated outdoors.
We answer some of your questions about England's roadmap out of lockdown, and other Covid-related issues.
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
A traffic light system ranking foreign countries by coronavirus risk is to be introduced - the rules on UK holidays are also easing.
Hassan Azad makes heroic century as Leicestershire bat throughout the final day to secure draw against Surrey.
Joe Pigott scores twice as AFC Wimbledon make it three wins in a row with a 4-1 trouncing of fellow League One strugglers Swindon.
Barnet end 12-match winless run in the National League with victory over Aldershot.
Wrexham secure a vital victory in their play-off push with an impressive win at Woking.
Top-of-the-table Cheltenham suffer their first defeat in four games after a late strike by substitute Jordan Maguire-Drew gives Crawley victory.
Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham are among 12 clubs who agree to join a new European Super League.
First-time buyers will get cheaper deals if they can stretch to a bigger deposit, analysts say.
With record daily spikes all of last week, the Indian capital is now the worst-hit city in the country.
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.
Some staff who complained of racism within the Church have been paid off to "buy their silence".
The Czech Republic says Russia was involved in a deadly blast at a munitions factory in 2014.
The Home Secretary will deliver a speech critical of Facebook's privacy plan for its apps.
The University of Cape Town's library and a historic windmill are hit as all students are evacuated.
A union representing job centre staff says three in five feel unsafe interacting with the public.
Plans for the reality show featuring "hot Instagrammers" have sparked anger in the coastal community.
The world's first major travel bubble set up in the Covid pandemic allows quarantine-free visits.
Many papers lead with the aftermath of Prince Philip's funeral and what the Royal Family does next.
Our correspondent on what it's been like to cover the 10 years since Colonel Gaddafi was deposed and killed.
Ben Perkins built a blacksmith's forge in his back garden and taught himself the traditional craft.
The World War Two-era aircraft made an emergency landing in shallow water.
Josh Garman is aiming to cycle around the coastline of Great Britain for charity.
The Peaky Blinders star's husband Damian Lewis says she armed her family with "courage to go on".
After wowing art lovers in the US and China, Lucy Sparrow's latest felt fantasy is her first UK show in five years.
Europe's biggest teams have suffered during the Covid pandemic and say they want financial stability.
Former Liverpool and Tottenham midfielder Danny Murphy explains why he cannot see any positives from plans for a breakaway European Super League involving England's 'big six' clubs.
Surplus vaccine doses are piling up in some countries while others say they are not getting enough.
People often feel nervous when they visit a doctor, but what if you are a doctor but your colleagues don't believe you're ill?
Björn Ulvaeus on the Swedish band's song contest win on British soil, and the future of streaming.
Border checks have caused tension in Northern Ireland but were there warnings in the Brexit campaign?
Garrett Bradley may become the first black director to win an Oscar for her first feature documentary.
Uefa and the Premier League have strongly condemned 12 major European clubs, including the 'big six' from England, signing up to a breakaway European Super League.
Match of the Day 2 pundits Danny Murphy and Dion Dublin discuss the news that six Premier League clubs have agreed to join a new European Super League.
Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers says his side have "the chance to create history" after reaching their first FA Cup final since 1969 at the expense of Southampton at Wembley.
Mason Greenwood scores twice as Manchester United beat Burnley to close the gap on Premier League leaders Manchester City.
Former champion Neil Robertson races through to round two of the World Championship with a dazzling victory over Liang Wenbo.
About 48 million people will be able to vote in a series of elections on Thursday, 6 May.
National elections in Scotland and Wales and local elections in England are scheduled for 6 May 2021.
A bumper crop of elections are being held on 6 May across England, Scotland and Wales.
We speak to five voters who have yet to make up their minds in the Scottish election.
People in a ward with one of the lowest election turnouts in England give their views on voting.
As UK coronavirus restrictions continue to be relaxed, public transport could become much busier.
Pub gardens and non-essential shops can now open in England - as part of the next stage of easing lockdown rules.
Children are returning to school across the UK, after months of enforced home-schooling.
People 45 or over in England are being offered a Covid vaccine.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
As the pandemic rages in Brazil, hundreds of babies and young children are dying of Covid.
In marrying, Philip was able to regain the "simple pleasures" of family life he had lost aged eight.
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.
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1. How to manage back to office stress. Experiencing some anxiety about heading back into the office? You’re not alone. Many workers are 'fear-casting' more often about impending situations, but there are ways to prepare yourself, manage stress and protect your mental health. READ MORE 2. Tributes flood in from world leaders. World leaders have paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh. US President Joe Biden said: “He was a heck of a guy... 99 years old, he never slowed down at all.” Spain’s king and queen telegrammed “Dear Aunt Lilibet” to mourn the passing of “Dear Uncle Philip”. Pakistan’s PM Imran Khan said the Duke had been a “wise leader” and his “role in promoting Pakistan-UK relations will always be remembered”. UK Prime Minister said the Duke of Edinburgh had led an ‘extraordinary life’. BBC 3. The markets continue their relentless rise. Stock markets globally continued to rally fuelled by hopes of a rapid rebound as economies reopen. America’s leading indices, the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones, hit new highs; Europe’s Stoxx 600 wiped out its pandemic losses. The FTSE 250, a barometer of the UK domestic economy, hit a record high, having jumped by around a third since the beginning of November. Financial Times 4. Long Covid recovery fears. Seven out of ten patients admitted to hospital with coronavirus in the UK still have symptoms five months after being discharged, a study has found. Researchers examined thousands of patients who left hospital between March and November 2020. They found that 71% had not fully recovered five months later; and among those who had previously been employed, 18% were no longer able to work. An estimated 1.1 million people in the UK say they are suffering from Long Covid. The Guardian 5. Handle bumps in your career’s path. People sometimes see their career paths ahead of them like straight stretches of road heading into the future. Paths are rarely straight lines, however. Bumps, sudden turns and dead ends can pop up at a moment’s notice - as millions found out due to the pandemic. Here are some suggestions for navigating those detours. [1] Focus on the progress in all areas of your life - not just your career. [2] Find learning opportunities regardless of your situation. [3] Think creatively to find alternative options and opportunities. [4] Carve out even small amount of time to work on your goals. For more help and support, join 10/10, our government supported leadership development and mentoring programme. LEARN MORE |
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6. Bring WFH life to the office. As professionals return to offices, many are struggling to re-adapt to things they once missed about the workplace. But, after a year of working remotely, the office may not be the same: Dress codes have become more casual, for example, and employees are more comfortable asking for flexible work accommodations. These adjustments may be the first of many, as studies on working from home have repeatedly shown that people were happier and more productive when given greater hour-by-hour autonomy. Daily Mail 7. Do nothing, for your brain’s sake. Doing nothing does a lot for your brain. Neuroscience research suggests that giving your brain a timeout can support productivity and long-term learning. But even as you rest, your brain may still be working. To fully shut down, you can incorporate these resting strategies into your routine: Take a walk, but don’t get fixated on your number of steps; play a game but don’t keep score; or cook a meal without worrying about making a culinary masterpiece. Wall Street Journal 8. Covid-19 raises risk of depression and dementia. Covid-19 raises the risk of depression, dementia, psychosis and stroke, a study finds. A third of those with a previous Covid infection went on to develop or have a relapse of a psychological or neurological condition but those admitted to hospital or in intensive care had an even higher risk. This is likely to be down to both the effects of stress, and the virus having a direct impact on the brain. UK scientists looked at the electronic medical records from the previous six months of more than half a million patients in the US, and their chances of developing one of 14 common psychological or neurological conditions. BBC 9. How to stick to your biggest goals. Sticking to long-term goals can be one of the hardest things we do, especially given how many things we have to get done today, tomorrow and next week. But having long-term goals, professional or otherwise, gives us direction and meaning. Here's a few key pieces of advice: [1] Stop fearing the start, the possibility of failure and the possibility of success. [2] Connect goals with your values. [3] Deeply think about your goals both the positive and negative. [4] Break goals into actionable daily steps. Editor 10. The bottom line. The combined annual rise as of 1 April in the cost of living for Britain’s 27.6 million households is £5.7bn, according to financial-comparison websites. More expensive taxes, groceries and energy bills will add almost 10% to household expenses, or £206.41 per home. Metro |
Ben Perkins built a blacksmith's forge in his back garden and taught himself the traditional craft.
The service was held at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.
The Queen has led her family in mourning at the funeral of her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, in the grounds of Windsor Castle.
Prince Philip wanted to make sure the military played a key role in his funeral.
General Sir Patrick Sanders speaks about the "significant responsibility" of marching in front of Prince Philip's coffin.
After wowing art lovers in the US and China, Lucy Sparrow's latest felt fantasy is her first UK show in five years.
Music was played by the tri-service band in the Quadrangle of Windsor Castle before the arrival of the coffin.
Prince Philip's great niece, Princess Xenia of Hohenlohe-Langenburg, describes how he brought the family together.
Sir David Attenborough has praised Prince Philip's conservation work.
Poet laureate Simon Armitage has written an elegy for Prince Philip, entitled The Patriarchs - An Elegy.
The former Archbishop of York says Prince Philip's faith grew "deeper and deeper".
There are over 20 miles of peace walls - or peace lines - across Northern Ireland.
The actress, known for her roles in Peaky Blinders and three Harry Potter films, has died at the age of 52.
Gary Stewart's wife Jude died in January, but the pandemic meant restrictions on the funeral service.
The measures, being considered by government ministers, aims to tackle a rise in pet theft during the pandemic.
Marks & Spencer has begun legal action against Aldi, arguing the retailer's Cuthbert the Caterpillar cake infringes its Colin the Caterpillar trademark.
Catherine was a big believer in anti-vaccine conspiracy theories, but has since stopped believing in them.
A lesser known fact about the Duke of Edinburgh is he was born on a dining table in Corfu. But why?
The experiences of black people living in rural areas are shared by a theatre project about racism.
Sir David Attenborough fronts a new documentary on lockdown's effect on the natural world.
Prince Philip will be remembered in a service at St George's Chapel, at Windsor Castle, on Saturday.
The college is the first in England to integrate black history into courses throughout the year.
More than 30 million people in the UK have had their first dose of the vaccine. Here's a glimpse of what it feels like to be fully vaccinated.
Lawrence Dixon, 30, signed up to the reserve list in the morning and received a jab that evening.
There are warnings that, with ground drying out, more landslips and rockfalls could happen.
Teenagers are due back in school next week but despite the challenges, some benefited from lockdown learning.
Excitement, relief and cocktails flowed as bars and non-essential shops reopened in Liverpool.
Labour MP Vicky Foxcroft asks Boris Johnson about the lack of a sign language interpreter in his briefing room.
Usha Mistry has very limited sight and is worried about moving around London as lockdown eases.
BBC Weather presenter, Owain Wyn Evans, explains the chilly temperatures and teaches us a new word.
Hearing his neighbours' cheers was how Sir Anthony Hopkins found out he'd won Best Actor.
