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Young men more likely than women to break lockdown rules – UK survey

Researchers call on government to do more to explain need for physical distancing

Young men are more likely than young women to break lockdown rules, research suggests.

A team of psychologists led by Dr Liat Levita from the University of Sheffield surveyed 2,000 13- to 24-year-olds in the UK to examine the impact of the pandemic on young people.

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What kind of face mask will best protect you against coronavirus?

Your questions answered on what type of mask to wear to cut the risk of getting Covid-19

Yes. Different types of mask offer different levels of protection. Surgical grade N95 respirators offer the highest level of protection, preventing the user from becoming infected with Covid-19, followed by surgical grade masks. However, these masks are costly, in limited supply, contribute to landfill waste and are uncomfortable to wear for long periods. So even countries that have required the public to wear face masks have generally suggested such masks should be reserved for health workers or those at particularly high risk.

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How to understand Covid-19 antibody testing in 10 steps

Inaccuracies in the testing, such as false negatives and false positives, are potentially harmful

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Coronavirus UK: latest deaths, confirmed cases – and which regions are hardest hit?

Latest figures from public health authorities on the spread of Covid-19 in the United Kingdom. Find out how many confirmed cases have been reported in each of England’s local authorities

Please note: these are government figures on numbers of confirmed cases – some people who report symptoms are not being tested, and are not included in these counts.

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Coronavirus live news: thousands turn out for Belarus VE Day parade, as Russia infections near 200,000

Belarus leader holds parade prompting safety concerns as other nations curb WW2 events; Russia records 10,000 new Covid-19 cases; Spain’s daily death toll continues to fall. Follow the latest updates

A child was among sixteen migrants rescued four miles off the coast of France when their makeshift vessel bound for Britain ran into difficulties in the middle of the night, authorities said.

The group was picked up 3.8 miles off the French port of Calais after calling for help, French maritime authorities confirmed to AFP. A French maritime surveillance vessel rescued the migrants at around 5am and transported them to the Channel port of Dunkirk, where they were handed over to border police.

Vladimir Putin has told Russians they are invincible when they stand together, as he sought to send a message of unity after the country’s tally of Covid-19 cases reached the fifth highest in the world.

Addressing the nation in a speech as he presided over Victory Day celebrations, a sombre Putin invoked the memory of the country’s veterans who fought in the second world war.

We are united by our shared memory, hopes and aspirations, as well as a sense of shared responsibility for the present and the future. We know and strongly believe that when we stand together, we are invincible.”

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Global report: Trump says Covid-19 will 'go away without vaccine', expects US death toll to top 95,000

Mike Pence’s press secretary tests positive to coronavirus; China reports one new case; Russia reports 10,000 new cases for sixth day in a row

Donald Trump has said coronavirus will “go away without a vaccine” and is expecting 95,000 or more deaths in the US, as Mike Pence’s press secretary tested positive for coronavirus.

The president’s comments, at an event with Republican lawmakers, capped a horror week in the US, in which it was revealed unemployment had risen to 14.7%, up from 3.5% in February, with 20 million people losing their jobs in April.

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UK plans £250m boost for cycle lanes and fast-track e-scooter trials

Campaigners call for redesign of transport system to help prevent bounce-back in air pollution

The government is expected to unveil a £250m investment in UK cycle lanes to encourage commuters to ride to work instead of using public transport, as part of the effort to prevent a resurgence of coronavirus.

Grant Shapps, the transport secretary, is expected to make the funding announcement during his appearance at the Downing Street coronavirus briefing on Saturday.

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UK coronavirus live: Grant Shapps to lead daily press conference - latest updates

Travellers into UK will be quarantined for two weeks when they arrive as part of measures to prevent a second peak, Boris Johnson is expected to say. Follow the latest updates

The transport secretary Grant Shapps will lead the government’s daily coronavirus press conference, which is due to begin shortly.

He will be joined by the deputy chief medical officer Prof Jonathan Van-Tam.

Tributes have been paid to a learning disabilities nurse who died after testing positive for the coronavirus.

Augustine Agyei-Mensah, known to his colleagues as Gus, was a highly regarded team member at Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Our hearts break today for Augustine’s wife and young family. We remain committed to supporting them through this time.

Augustine epitomised what we stand for here at NHFT. He was committed to making a difference and giving people a second chance.

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Tahiti bounce back with dominant win over Mexico




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Ozu-inspired Japan edge USA




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Andrade: There’ll be no split loyalties when I face Brazil




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Team effort sees Uruguay stun Italy




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Switzerland win thriller to book last-eight spot




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Japan and Switzerland advance, Uruguay spring surprise




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UAE shock Russia to throw Group C wide open




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Oman hold off Nigeria to secure three crucial points




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Senegal back on track with dominant win over Belarus




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Brazil book quarter-final ticket with high-octane Portugal win




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Brazil reach quarter-finals, trio bounce back




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Aljasmi: If you don't focus, you will die




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Five-goal Gori leads Azzurri into quarter-finals




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Japan beat Switzerland to finish as kings of Group A




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Uruguay lose to Tahiti but advance to quarters on goal difference




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Hosts Paraguay defeat USA to end on high




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First two quarter-finals confirmed as hosts bow out in style




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Laduche: This team has put Uruguay back in the spotlight

Laduche: We can’t be satisfied yet




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Paraguay's pride and pain after early exit




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Senegal spring into quarter-finals with win over UAE




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Portugal made to sweat by Oman before punching quarter-final ticket




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Nikonorov hat-trick leads Russia into quarters




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Akaguma's ascendancy a tribute to Ramos's persistence




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Brazil finish top of Group D after lopsided win




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Triumvirate win to complete quarter-final line-up




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Nikonorov's journey from factory grind to World Cup glory




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Seven hopefuls out to dethrone Brazil




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Smiles on the sand at the Beach Soccer Festival




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Russia come from behind to knock holders Brazil out




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Portugal beat Senegal to keep Paraguay 2019 dream alive




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Russia’s Romanov delights in repeat of 2015 heroics




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Last-second Zurlo strike sends Italy to semis




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Japan set up Portugal semi with assured win over Uruguay




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Four remain as holders pack their bags




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Champions versus aspirants for a place in the final




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Terukina putting on a brave face for Japan  




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Italy and Portugal eye glory on the sand

Italy and Portugal eye glory on the sand




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Golden Ball shortlist and digital success highlighted at closing press conference




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Italy win epic thriller to book final spot




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Portugal beat Japan on penalties to set up Italy final




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Russia claim bronze with comeback win over Japan