New research describes a new model for how the brain interprets patterns in complex networks. They found that the ability to detect patterns stems in part from the brain's desire to represent things in the simplest way possible and that the brain is constantly weighing the pressures of complexity and simplicity when making decisions.

Researchers know the secret to geckos' ability to walk on the ceiling: their hairy toes. But how do they use their five toes per foot to adjust to gravity when running horizontally along walls. At UC Berkeley, biologists used high-speed cameras to record how geckos orient their toes with shifting weight, especially when encountering slippery or rough patches, and found a remarkable ability to adjust toe orientation to stick and peel while running full speed.

Researchers have used a microbiome 'fingerprint' method to report that an individualized mosaic of microbial strains is transmitted to the infant gut microbiome from a mother giving birth through vaginal delivery. They detailed this transmission by analyzing existing metagenomic databases of fecal samples from mother-infant pairs, as well as analyzing mouse dam and pup transmission in a germ-free, or gnotobiotic, mouse model, where the dams were inoculated with human fecal microbes.

The direction of ocean currents can determine the direction of gene flow in rafting species, but this depends on species traits that allow for rafting propensity. This is according to a City College of New York study focusing on seahorse and pipefish species. And it could explain how high genetic diversity can contribute to extinction in small populations.

The update comes after Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed he would set out a lockdown exit strategy on Sunday.

One hospice ITV News spoke to is three days away from running out of protective gowns needed to treat patients with coronavirus.

The piece, called Game Changer, is on display in a corridor at Southampton General Hospital.

A former Scotland rugby captain, who suffered life changing injuries in a car crash, is walking to raise money for the NHS.

A North East based care provider, Wellburn Care Homes, has launched their own We Care badge aiming to show support for care workers.

Though each religion has faced different challenge, they share the view the lockdown has presented us with insight we might not have had.

The officer’s injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

Arrows fired from longbows could penetrate right through the human skull creating small entry and large exit wounds.

Survey finds people are appreciating their local parks, countryside and green belt more.

The oil on canvas painting is entitled The Enduring Sweetheart.

Characters created by Axel Scheffler from his popular books with Julia Donaldson are on the cover.

The Duchess of Cambridge has teamed up with the National Portrait Gallery to launch the Hold Still project.

The likelihood of death from Covid-19 is significantly higher among England’s BAME communities than the general population, researchers say.

One in twenty businesses said they would be unable to viably operate as long as social distances measures are still enforced.

Boris Johnson will chair a Cabinet meeting on Thursday and is expected to announce a lifting of some measures on Sunday.

While the Government’s aim is to return things to normal as far as possible, it is likely that some measures will remain in place.

The pandemic has meant more than 100 of the animals are walking as far as 95 miles to their homes.

The incident led to panic among locals within a three-kilometre radius.

People from black backgrounds are four times more likely to die from coronavirus than people from white backgrounds, new statistics suggest.

The big question is whether you want to focus on the 2020 bit of the Bank of England's illustrative scenario, which shows a 14% fall in GDP.

A report published in The Lancet appeared to show there was a link between Covid-19 and a deadly syndrome that affects some children.

30 stores have already reopened and 71 shops will join them next week, including Birmingham.

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says the lockdown period in the country should be extended.

Limited temperature screening will also be trialled at the airports in coming weeks.

The briefing comes just hours after Scotland's First Minister has said the lockdown in Scotland should be extended.

Dominic Raab announced the latest figures during the daily briefing.

Newly released figures show that certain ethnicities were at greater risk of Covid-19 related deaths.

In the community, the rate of transmission is probably as low as 0.5/0.6, which means its progress through the population has been arrested.

As part of the study, samples of blood, saliva and nasal swabs from healthcare workers in a bid to answer key questions about the virus.

Number 10 said the government will move with "maximum caution" when lifting restrictions in England, but some are worried.

Mark Roberts believes those who say the proposal compromises the integrity of the league need to look at the broader context.

It is hoped the development will accelerate the search for promising new drug targets and treatments.

Citizens Advice claims cancer patients are among those having to go to work despite being eligible for the job retention scheme.

A drop in demand from overseas markets and restaurants at home means 2020 could be the first year without overfishing in European waters.

Officers heard a noise ‘believed to be the sound of someone breaking wind from a nearby bush’.

Resist the urge to sunbath and socialise despite hints from the PM lockdown might be eased soon, Dominic Raab said.

Welsh ministers understood to have agreed only 'cautious' changes to lockdown restrictions here in Wales

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said the government was also prepared to row back from easing restrictions if ‘things…get out of control’.

Hospices are set to receive weekly supplies of critical personal protective equipment from the government.

In this week's Royal Rota, our team discuss the Duchess of Cambridge's latest volunteer work and Princess Charlotte birthday celebrations.

Major events were cancelled due to coronavirus, but there was still the chance to bring some colour to the event.

The coronavirus death toll in the UK has risen to 31,241 after a further 626 reported deaths, according to the Department of Health.

Warm sunny spells and scattered showers today and tomorrow.

It comes as a six-week-old baby was among the 332 deaths announced by NHS England.

Captain Tom Moore has shared his memories of wartime in a special ITV documentary, Captain Tom's War.

Researchers said a vehicle-generated early warning system that alerts drivers is feasible within the next few years using 5G.