He also said he "bitterly regrets" the crisis in care homes, where staff have hit out at a lack of testing and PPE. The latest figures show that nursing home fatalities are continuing to rise, standing at 2,794 in the week to April 24, despite deaths in all settings beginning to fall.

The Government has failed to meet its 100,000 coronavirus daily testing target for the fifth day running as criticism mounts on ministers to bolster supplies.

A Winnipeg woman who was a subject of misogynistic comments in a private group chat involving NHL players said she will continue her campaign of encouraging body acceptance.

Shareholder vote in favour of global mining giant adopting binding targets grew sixfold since last year

Shareholders in global miner Rio Tinto have rebuked the company over its climate stance, with 37% voting at a meeting in Australia for a resolution that would require it to set binding emissions targets.

While the resolution did not pass, its sponsor, environmental group Market Forces, said it attracted six times as much support as an identical one put up at the same meeting last year.

PFA chief Gordon Taylor has hit back at the health secretary Matt Hancock over his criticism of footballers, asking why bankers haven't faced similar government pressure to take pay-cuts during the coronavirus pandemic.

Manchester United have four key strikers on their summer transfer shortlist, Standard Sport understands.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to continue his Manchester United rebuild this summer with a number of targets already identified.

The current break due to coronavirus has seen the rumour mill in overdrive. With no football happening on the pitch, transfer talk is dominating the sports pages.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to continue his Manchester United rebuild this summer with a number of targets already identified.

Donny van de Beek's agent believes his client will still be able to secure a move away from Ajax this summer.

German legend Lothar Matthaus has advised Dayot Upamecano to remain at RB Leipzig despite significant interest from a plethora of European giants.

Aston Villa assistant manager and former Chelsea defender John Terry insists Manchester United target Jack Grealish is destined for greatness, likening him to ex team-mate Eden Hazard.

Chelsea transfer target Philippe Coutinho has undergone successful surgery on his right ankle.

Manchester United fans have identified attacking midfield as the position which needs addressing as a priority this summer.

Chelsea fans have identified attack as the position which needs addressing as a priority this summer.

Manchester United's hopes of signing James Maddison during the next transfer window have been dealt a sizable blow after the player stated his intention to remain at Leicester City.

The former United captain believes Sancho has potential, but says English players are generally overhyped

Manchester City fans have called on their club to strengthen in central defence when the transfer window opens.

The 2019/20 season has been a tough one for Tottenham - both on and off the pitch.

Ask any fan and Jordan Ayew will rank among their candidates for Crystal Palace player of the season.

Rio Ferdinand has given Manchester United five new transfer targets as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to refresh his squad.

Former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is now the even-money favourite to take over from Steve Bruce as Newcastle United manager.

Dietmar Hamann has hailed Kai Havertz as an "exceptional" player and says he reminds him of a "young Michael Ballack" amid interest from Premier League clubs.

Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane says teammate Jack Grealish has outgrown the club and believes it is "only a matter of time" before he gets a move.

Arsenal have reportedly overtaken Tottenham in the race to sign Chelsea winger Willian, who is expected to leave Stamford Bridge on a free.

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has rejected speculation linking him with a move away from the club, insisting he has a "very good relationship" with coach Frank Lampard.

The latest young star attracting interest from the Premier League's elite is Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar.

The latest young star attracting interest from the Premier League's elite is Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar.

Manchester United and Arsenal have been handed a major boost in their pursuit of in-demand centre-half Dayot Upamecano with RB Leipzig managing director Oliver Mintzlaff revealing top players will not leave for free.

Japhet Tanganga is aiming to win his first England cap after establishing himself as a member of Tottenham's first-team squad.

Mikel Arteta has been brought in with a long-term view to rebuilding Arsenal, but it appears as though the coach will have to do so on a strict budget,

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is "made for Real Madrid", according to former coach Stanislav Macek.

Chelsea have received a boost in their pursuit of Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana and Fiorentina forward Federico Chiesa.

John Aldridge expects Timo Werner to be met with the same challenges he faced following his own arrival at Liverpool were the RB Leipzig forward to make the same move this summer.

Mikel Arteta has warned Arsenal's wantaway stars and prospective transfer targets that they shouldn't need convincing to play for the club.

Chelsea winger Willian is "on his way to Tottenham", according to well-known pundit Richard Keys.

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Liverpool remain keen on signing Kosovo winger Milot Rashica, the president of the country's Football Federation has claimed.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed he still wants to improve his attack - despite Ed Woodward issuing a warning about Manchester United's spending this summer.

NSW Police has refused to reveal if defence lawyers are being spied on with electronic surveillance as part of criminal investigations.

An international study led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) scientists found that the global mean sea-level rise could exceed 1 meter by 2100 and 5 meters by 2300 if global targets on emissions are not achieved.

He will receive nearly 1.69 million stock options priced at 350.02 dollars (£285).