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Half of Brits have come across false or misleading information about Covid-19, Ofcom says

Half of those reading about coronavirus in the UK have come across false or misleading information, a watchdog has warned.




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Scientists fear antibody tests may prompt Brits to try and catch Covid-19 deliberately to return to work

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National Lottery website down: Britons unable to check results or enter Lotto draw as online services 'unavailable'

The National Lottery website is down due to a power failure, leaving users unable to check results or enter Wednesday's draw.




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Brits increasingly stressed over easing of coronavirus lockdown, new research shows

People worried about becoming seriously ill with Covid-19 are increasingly stressed by talk over easing of the lockdown, according to research.




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UK weather forecast: Brits set for 26C heat over Bank Holiday weekend

Brits are set to bask in two days of glorious sunshine over the May Bank Holiday weekend, with temperatures creeping up to 26C.




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BAME Brits 'two or three times more likely to die from Covid-19,' new research finds

British people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities are two to three times more likely to die from coronavirus, new research has found.




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Brits urged not to flout coronavirus lockdown over Bank Holiday weekend as temperatures set to soar

Brits have been urged to stick to the coronavirus lockdown rules over the Bank Holiday weekend as temperatures are set to soar.




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VE Day 2020 LIVE: Queen to make historic address to the nation as Brits prepare to celebrate 75th anniversary

The nation is preparing to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day , with the Queen set to make a historic address to mark the occasion.




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UK coronavirus LIVE: Boris Johnson vows only 'limited' lockdown changes as Brits clap for NHS heroes fighting Covid-19

Boris Johnson has said the Government will proceed with "maximum caution" when it comes to easing the coronavirus lockdown, with his spokesman adding that any changes next week will be "very limited".




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VE Day at 75: Stunning Red Arrows and RAF Typhoons soar across Britain to mark WW2 victory

The Red Arrows soared through London's skies this morning to mark the 75th anniversary VE Day.




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Battle of Britain veteran Terry Clark dies on the eve of VE Day at the age of 101

Longtime friend pays tribute to war hero, who was involved in six kills, saying he was a "true gentleman"




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Brits should expect 'limited changes' to lockdown next week, says minister

British people should not expect major new freedoms on Monday, with "limited changes" expected to the coronavirus lockdown, a minister has said.




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Food shortages, run-ins with soldiers and liberation: a Channel Islander remembers life in the only part of the British Isles under German occupation




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UK weather forecast: Brits set to bask in glorious sunshine as temperatures soar to scorching 26C

The UK is set to bask in glorious sunshine on Saturday with temperatures forecast to hit 26C (78.8F).




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UK Coronavirus LIVE: Britain 'not out of the woods' with outbreak as death toll passes 31,000

The UK is "not out of the woods" and will live with coronavirus for some time as the death toll passes 31,000, Environment Secretary George Eustice has said.




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Germany sees increased risk of hard Brexit if Britain refuses to extend deadline




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Unearthed Ancient British chieftain and probable shaman reveal secrets about old burial rituals

Exclusive: The key evidence for his high status is the unusually fine material buried with him for his journey to the next life, writes David Keys




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Black Britons ‘twice as likely’ to die with coronavirus, says ONS

Shocking new official figures show that black people in England and Wales could be twice as likely to die from coronavirus as white people.





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The most unusual celebrity baby names, from Psalm West to X Æ A-12 Musk

For some celebrities, finding a name for their child is an opportunity to get creative. Here are some of the most unique and unusual names.

      




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Adele's birthday Instagram post has fans, celebrities talking

Adele used an Instagram post to mark her 32nd birthday while sharing her latest look including thanking essential workers, calling them "our angels."

      




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Judi Dench becomes British Vogue's oldest cover star

85-year-old Oscar-winner appears in the magazine’s June issue

Judi Dench has become British Vogue’s oldest cover star, securing her first front page for the style arbiter at the age of 85.

The Oscar-winning actor was photographed just before lockdown for the magazine’s June issue, but the accompanying interview explores her experiences self-isolating at home in Surrey.

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Boris Johnson's father Stanley speaks of 'relief' and warns Britons to take coronavirus seriously as PM is moved out of intensive care

"To use that American expression, he almost took one for the team" Read our live coronavirus updates HERE




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Britain will stay in lockdown until coronavirus vaccine is found, health minister says

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Celebrities back call for Priti Patel to allow migrants access to support amid coronavirus crisis

Celebrities have backed calls for Home Secretary Priti Patel to end restrictions that prevent thousands of migrants in the UK from accessing financial support during the coronavirus crisis.




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Labour frontbench MP blasted 'after claiming Tories plot to murder British citizens'




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Priti Patel defends Boris Johnson after rapper Dave brands him 'racist' during Brit Awards performance

Priti Patel had defended Boris Johnson after he was branded a "racist" by rapper Dave on stage at the 2020 Brit Awards.




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For too many Britons, Boris Johnson's easing of lockdown will be no picnic | Polly Toynbee

Despite everything, the Tory party is sticking to the ideology of the free market, rather than saving lives and jobs

“How on earth did it come to this?” Keir Starmer’s question could skewer Boris Johnson at every PMQs from now on. It encompasses all the damage the government did in the last decade, as well as all it has failed to do to protect the country from Covid-19. The list of derelictions in the early stage of the crisis is long, the testing and the protective equipment still shamefully inadequate. Have lessons been learned? The auguries are not good.

Related: Picnics and sunbathing on cards as PM expected to allow more time outside

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British Covid-19 patient in Vietnam could have lung transplant

Vietnam Airlines pilot one of only two serious cases in country with mass testing regime

A 43-year-old British man may undergo a lung transplant in Vietnam, where he is critically ill with Covid-19.

The man, a Vietnam Airlines pilot, developed a fever and cough on 17 March, and was later admitted to Ho Chi Minh City Hospital for Tropical Diseases.

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The Graham Norton Show: Which celebrity guests will be interviewed from coronavirus lockdown?

Handful of stars will be interviewed live from their living rooms




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Quiz review: A brilliant, big-hearted romp through one of the great British scandals of the century

This dramatisation of the 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' coughing scandal is superbly entertaining and well constructed, and will likely make viewers rethink a story they thought they knew well




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Ben Fogle criticises 'mean-spirited' people who mocked call for Britons to sing for the Queen

TV presenter's idea has been compared to Gal Gadot's star-studded coronavirus singalong video, which viewers labelled 'out-of-touch'




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Matt Lucas and David Walliams to reunite for first Little Britain sketch in 12 years

The pair will reunite for BBC's 'Big Night In'




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Martin Clunes stuns Good Morning Britain viewers by appearing in pyjamas: 'The ultimate boss move'

'All he needed to finish off the look was an open can of Stella' said one viewer




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Piers Morgan Good Morning Britain interview receives nearly 2,000 Ofcom complaints

Many viewers thought Morgan's interview with the Care Minister Helen Whatley was unfair




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BBC Big Night In: Little Britain return stuns viewers with shock 'bat-eating' joke

Joke saw wheelchair-bound character Andy telling his carer, Lou, that he wished to have a bat for dinner




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BBC's Big Night In was an earnest joy marred only by Little Britain's racist return

From Vicar of Dibley to Catherine Tate via The Trip, there was a lot packed into tonight's three-hour charity marathon, writes Alexandra Pollard




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BBC Big Night In: All the talking points, from Little Britain's controversial comeback to Prince William's comedy sketch

Lenny Henry, Catherine Tate and many more famous faces starred in the fundraiser




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Great British Bake Off: Paul Hollywood says new series could still air this summer

'Bake Off' is due to return for its 11th series in August




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Snoop Dogs: New Channel 4 show will see dogs with cameras give tours of celebrities' houses

Programme was announced at the Edinburgh Television Festival




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The Big Night In: BBC receives 180 complaints over 'offensive content' amid Little Britain backlash

David Walliams and Matt Lucas's comedy comeback proved controversial




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Celebrity Juice: Holly Willoughby quits series and thanks Keith Lemon for '12 years of chaos'

Lemon praised Willoughby for 'getting hands dirty' on ITV2 show




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Gangs of London viewers outside UK call for subtitles as they can't understand British accents

'Without subtitles and the British accent, its a no from me'




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Coronavirus: Piers Morgan to miss Good Morning Britain as he tests for Covid-19

ITV presenter says he has 'mild symptom' and will take time off from show




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Good Morning Britain viewers question why Susanna Reid isn't self-isolating after Piers Morgan coronavirus test

Morgan announced he'd be taking a leave of absence from the show until he receives the results of a Covid-19 test




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Piers Morgan tests negative for coronavirus after missing Good Morning Britain

Morgan had developed 'mild' symptoms




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Strictly Come Dancing: Brendan Cole says show is 'hideous' when dancers and celebrity partners don't get on

Judge Craig Revel Horwood recently said 2020 series could go ahead without studio audience




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Frances Quinn: Great British Bake Off winner 'banned from Waitrose' after being accused of shoplifting

Show's 2013 winner was approached by store detectives after she appeared to not pay for her shopping




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Katie Price: I feel like I let myself down on Celebrity SAS

She said: "It is nice to get away for your own time and not people relying on you for everything all the time.




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Ricky Gervais criticises celebrities complaining about lockdown while NHS staff 'risk their health'

The comedian praised "selfless" NHS workers on the front line