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A survey by the Office for National Statistics looked at who had been infected in the community in England.
The Hollywood star is suing The Sun newspaper over a story saying he abused his ex-wife Amber Heard.
The chancellor will announce some households could get grants up to £10,000 for energy-saving projects.
The ex-Army officer had a movie clip of children with one as young as 12 months old, a court hears.
At least three pubs in England announce they have closed just days after opening their doors again.
The actor strongly criticises people who don't wear face coverings amid the coronavirus pandemic.
A day after leaving the band, Tom Meighan pleads guilty to attacking the woman in front of a child.
The inquiry into 72 deaths is urged to be on the "right side of history" when it publishes its findings.
The PM said "too many care homes didn't really follow the procedures" on combating coronavirus.
A resident of a Melbourne tower block that was put into complete lockdown says they had no notice.
Covid-19 tests are classed as a benefit, which means staff face a mounting tax bill, say critics.
Many of the independent businesses in a Birmingham suburb are not sure when they will open again.
The Duchess of Cornwall tells the BBC of her experiences during lockdown and fears over its impact.
Here are five things to look out for in the chancellor’s summer update on Wednesday.
It has been a TV film, a play and now the chef's memoir has been adapted to help a local theatre.
The light show in South Korea also reminded people to wash their hands.
NFL star Patrick Mahomes signs a 10-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs reported to be worth a record $503m (£403m).
The project will start in Birmingham and gradually extend to other areas of the country.
His wealth is now estimated to be $171bn (£137bn), having made billions during the pandemic.
The Beatles drummer says he has no plans to slow down and looks forward to touring again.
Thousands of cancer patients have had treatment halted or delayed because of Covid-19.
GB Paralympians Kare Adenegan and Kadeena Cox discuss the struggles they face as black athletes.
The front pages feature tensions between the UK and China and an ex-MP on trial for sexual assault.
BBC News presenter Clive Myrie says racism was the rocket fuel that fuelled British conquest of much of the planet - and its effects are still felt today.
US Secretary of State hints that Chinese apps - like TikTok - could be targeted.
The government is likely to announce changes to stamp duty to help cut costs for anyone buying a home.
Workers are missing out on furlough because of their employment terms, and many are on minimum wage.
Thousands of people with Covid-19 report recurring symptoms for far longer than 14 days.
Landlords are hoping cleaner, more convenient and more intelligent offices will tempt back workers.
There are fears that the number of cases is growing rapidly, so what are the key trends?
They're working frantically to stop the pandemic spreading. And sometimes that means some awkward conversations.
What is the controversial tactic which has led a Team GB athlete to consider legal action?
The arts sector is relieved at the £1.57bn cash injection but says more detail is needed.
Spanish two-time world champion Fernando Alonso is set to return to Formula 1 with Renault next year.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his dream is to have a team "full of Scousers" - with all first-team players graduating from the club's academy.
English cricket's 18 counties vote to play both red ball and white ball cricket when the delayed 2020 season starts on 1 August.
Boris Johnson says "too many care homes didn't really follow the procedures", so what was the coronavirus guidance given to them?
What are the tests for coronavirus, who are they for and how do they work?
People at risk of becoming severely ill if they get coronavirus should take extra precautions.
Some people in England, Northern Ireland and Scotland can form "support bubbles".
New agreements mean people entering the UK from certain countries will not have to quarantine.
Key graphics explaining how coronavirus has spread in the UK and the government's response.
After three months of the restrictions, many aspects of everyday life have been transformed.
Teams around the world are looking into medicines for Covid-19 and scientists are starting to discover what works.
Key maps and charts explaining how the respiratory virus has spread around the world and how it is being dealt with.
Face coverings are compulsory on public transport in England and Scotland.
Where can I go and what can do on a holiday in the UK?
How will social and work life be different after the easing of more restrictions?
Churches, mosques and other places of worship have reopened in England - but with changes.
People who have been in close contact with someone found to have Covid-19 are now being traced.
Pubs and restaurants in England can now reopen, but do I need to book ahead?
Social distancing and lockdown rules are changing in England - but what can you now do?
How to keep your guests safe when they come round to visit during a global pandemic?
Which children are going back to school, and what about the rest?
By piecing together statements and claims, we have created a chronology of events.
Cases are rising in Texas, Florida, Arizona and California - here's a look at the data and the theories.
Local councils counter online rumours about imminent lockdowns, and what's behind them.
A local lockdown has been introduced to stop the spread of Covid-19 in Leicester - but how will it work?
What do you need to know if you're planning to fly during the Covid-19 pandemic?
Nine million people have accessed the scheme, which now allows furloughed workers to come back part-time.
The city is the first to experience a local lockdown as officials try to curb its coronavirus cases.
Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world.
Questions about support bubbles, and other coronavirus topics.
China and the US both say they have done the most testing for coronavirus - so who's right?
As the world hits the grim milestone of 10 million confirmed cases, which countries are seeing the biggest rises, and what might be behind them?
Many weddings were cancelled during lockdown, while some will have to change to meet the new rules.
Recovery from Covid-19 can be a lengthy process, depending on how seriously people get the virus.
For many survivors, waking up in intensive care was only the beginning of a long process of physical and psychological recovery.
Paul Wells, originally from Middlesbrough, was found stabbed to death in Highbridge last week.
Officers find 1,200 plants growing over four floors and 12 rooms inside a property in Stockton.
The MP comes under fire from local politicians for a "distasteful" tweet due to local austerity.
The event on Teesside came on the day England's lockdown restrictions were eased.
Jordan Hugill hurts both himself and Middlesbrough's hopes of Championship survival with a brilliantly lobbed winner for QPR.
After three months of the restrictions, many aspects of everyday life have been transformed.
Social distancing and lockdown rules are changing in England - but what can you now do?
Where can I go and what can do on a holiday in the UK?
A local lockdown has been introduced to stop the spread of Covid-19 in Leicester - but how will it work?
Key graphics explaining how coronavirus has spread in the UK and the government's response.
Dealing with the gathering at Eston was among incidents dealt with as pubs reopened across England.
A girl with cerebral palsy has been dancing at home after coronavirus stopped her classes.
A 14-year-old girl who held a solo protest against racism is now joined by her community.
Consultant haematologist Maria Szubert is urging people to stick to social distancing rules.
Carol and Laura Knight show the BBC what preparations they've made to reopen their gift shop in Bishop Auckland.
English cricket's 18 counties vote to play both red ball and white ball cricket when the delayed 2020 season starts on 1 August.
Two overseas players will be allowed in County Championship and One-Day Cup teams from the 2021 season.
Hull move out of the Championship drop zone as Mallik Wilks' stoppage-time strike gives them a dramatic win over Middlesbrough.
From reminders of school meals to an F1 simulator, bowler Mark Wood gives an insight into England's bio-secure environment.
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1. How to work from home more effectively. Working from home has several benefits, but there are potential downsides too, such as isolation and Zoom fatigue. Here are some tips to mitigate such issues. [MORE] 2. Britain’s Great Depression. Between February and April, Britain’s economy shrank by a quarter – about the same magnitude as America’s during the Great Depression. March saw a slide of 5.8%, while in April alone a fifth of our gross domestic product (GDP) disappeared. That marked a record monthly drop almost 20 times worse than the steepest fall before the virus. That was in March 2009, when GDP fell by 1%. In the entire financial crisis it only slipped by 6% in total. GDP is now at the same level as it was in 2002. The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 0.1%, the lowest level since it was founded in 1694, and will soon have bought bonds worth £745bn, the equivalent of almost 40% of our GDP, with printed money. MoneyWeek 3. Government urged to consider four-day working week. MPs and campaigners are urging the chancellor to consider a four-day working week as a way to overhaul the economy in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. They believe with the country facing an economic crisis in the wake of the pandemic, “shorter working time presents itself as one of the best options for fundamentally restructuring the economy so that work is shared more equally”. Three-quarters of UK workers already supported a four-day working week before the coronavirus pandemic hit. The Independent 4. Health chiefs warn UK may not be ready for second wave. Health leaders fear that the UK is not properly prepared for the “real risk” of a second wave of Covid-19. The presidents of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons, Nursing, Physicians, and GPs have signed an open letter published in the British Medical Journal. Health leaders have called for a “rapid and forward-looking assessment” of how prepared the UK is. This news comes as the City of Leicester prepares for an enforced lockdown. BBC 5. Why do we wave goodbye on Zoom? If you find yourself waving goodbye at the end of every video call, know you’re not alone. But if we don’t do it at the end of a physical meeting, why do we do it on video calls? There could be several explanations: from the craving of personal touch and human connection, to the lack of subtle social cues - such as shutting notebooks or checking watches - that tend to wrap up a traditional meeting. And of course, a friendly wave helps to soften those awkward and abrupt endings. Editor |
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6. Why remote work can make us paranoid. Work paranoia can strike at any time, but the social and economic circumstances created by the pandemic are exactly the sort of conditions to exacerbate it. Working remotely can lead to feelings of isolation, and not being able to quickly check an idea with a colleague can lead to overthinking. When faced with ambiguity or silence, we tend to fill in the blanks with negative assumptions. Transparency from managers is one way to combat this, Woolley says. Experts also recommend trying to consciously question negative thoughts. The Financial Times. 7. One in three Covid-19 survivors could face long-term issues. One in three patients who recover from Covid-19 could endure long-term damage to their lungs, chronic fatigue and psychological disturbances, according to new research. The study also found evidence that the coronavirus could cause impairment to the brain and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Around 30% of patients who recover from Covid-19 may be left with damaged and scarred lung tissue. The Daily Telegraph 8. Your ideas are better than you think. Before you discard that brand-new idea you just cooked up into your mental dustbin, hold on for just a moment. According to researchers from INSEAD, The Open University of Israel, and The Technion, people consistently underestimate the originality of their ideas. One reason we do this? We tend to think that everyone else is thinking the same way we are. Turns out they aren't, or at least not nearly as often as we assume. So, if you feel an urge to keep your suggestion to yourself, speak up instead. Being aware of this tendency can help, and managers can help even more by openly encouraging people to share their idea seedlings. Time Magazine 9. Putting your worries to good use. Many of us are inclined to judge ourselves harshly for being fearful or worried about making mistakes, at work or elsewhere. But psychologists argue that these feelings are helpful guides. They are alerting us to possible obstacles in our way. To make sure our concerns are our allies, we should aim to steer our worries away from the threat alone and toward the potential steps we can take to solve our challenges. When used in this way, our worries become empowering, not paralyzing. Editor 10. The bottom line. According to the ONS, of those aged 16 to 29 who say their well-being has been affected by Covid-19, 76% said that they were bored. Overall, this age group was less likely to be worried about coronavirus generally (17%) than the over-60s (24%). Yet they are conversely more likely to report feeling anxious (72%) than over-60s (54%). A separate survey by the British Red Cross, reported in The Guardian, found that 28% of Britons are worried that no one would notice if something happened to them during the pandemic. The Daily Telegraph |
A pub manager describes how her business handled the news that a customer had tested positive for coronavirus.
Thousands of cancer patients have had treatment halted or delayed because of Covid-19.
BBC News presenter Clive Myrie visits Bristol and explores its colonial legacy.
It has been a TV film, a play and now the chef's memoir has been adapted to help a local theatre.
British sprinter Bianca Williams tells BBC Sport that she feels "hurt and scared" after she and her partner Ricardo dos Santos were stopped by police.
The Mousetrap, the West End’s longest running show, will be among the first to reopen this autumn.
The body positivity movement has taken over social media and forced the diet industry to reinvent itself, but not all feel included.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit a hospital and thank staff for their coronavirus efforts.
While the research labs have been locked down, one robotic scientist has continued experimenting 24/7.
The National Gallery is reopening on 8 July after being closed for more than 100 days because of coronavirus.
Applause rings out across the UK to pay tribute to NHS staff on the 72nd anniversary of the health service.
People partied late into the night as coronavirus lockdown restrictions were eased in England.
Sir Simon Stevens says coronavirushas shone a "harsh spotlight" on settings like care homes.
Beth Johnson and Phil Hobbs had to scale down their wedding day because of coronavirus restrictions.
People who usually assist with airport deportations have been helping feed those affected by the Covid-19 lockdown.
Boris Johnson's father Stanley has defended his trip to Greece, which critics said broke lockdown rules.
Christopher Gault left medicine for the priesthood, but returned to a hospital during the pandemic.
Ghislaine Maxwell will not speak about Prince Andrew as part of a potential plea deal, according to a friend.
Correspondent Chris Mason celebrates 'Trimdependence Day' with the help of a PPE-wearing barber.
Some salons opened their doors at midnight as lockdown restrictions in England were eased.
Drinkers in Newcastle talk to the BBC about how different it is, to be in a pub again after lockdown.
Actress Beanie Feldstein came to Wolverhampton to prepare for a role in the film How To Build A Girl.
The prime minister urges people to act responsibly as pubs prepare to re-open.
The idea that 5G could have health implications isn't new. But conspiracy theories linking 5G with Covid-19 went viral during lockdown.
One rave organiser says he's providing a service that others aren't - and insists he's "proud".
As Yo! Sushi prepares to reopen some restaurants in England, it has had to adapt its conveyor belt system.
After the easing of lockdown restrictions, grandchildren and grandparents show their affection.
The chief medical officer for England outlines the new normal for the game as it is set to resume.
How to keep your guests safe when they come round to visit during a global pandemic?
Meet the people who prefer the home haircuts they've had in lockdown.
With travel restrictions and tight budgets many British people are choosing to holiday at home this year.
The National Crime Agency has penetrated a top secret communication system used by organised criminals.
Jacob Rees-Mogg reaches for a Biblical quote when questioned about Stanley Johnson's trip to Greece during the UK’s coronavirus lockdown.
Hundreds of arrests have taken place after a secret chat application used by criminals was busted.
Industry groups say many family-owned restaurants are under intense financial strain.
The six-figure sculpture to celebrate emergency services is planned for central London in 2023.
Haven't used your car in a while? Here are five tips to help you get going again.
Dr Clare Wenham explained local lockdowns to viewers, despite her daughter's best efforts to distract her.
Eight charities tell BBC News they've had more LGBT people seeking suicide prevention support in lockdown.
Five-year-old Tony Hudgell set a target of raising £500 for the hospital that saved his life.
The Bend It Like Beckham director turned the camera on herself and her family for a Netflix film.
Fashion student Karina Bondareva recreated the dress worn by Cardi B at last year's Met Gala in New York.
Maddie Yarham worked in the Norfolk fields during lockdown when a job at John Lewis fell through.
British photographer and zoologist Dani Connor “adopted” four squirrels after their mother died.
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