Specially decorated postboxes have been created by the Royal Mail as a way of thanking NHS workers for their efforts during the coronavirus crisis.

A double rainbow appeared in the skies above the UK just in time for the nation coming together to clap for health workers on the frontline of the coronavirus crisis.

Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters have been battling a blaze in a block of flats in south east London.

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Postboxes have been painted blue to thank NHS workers for their efforts during the crisis.

It is "physically impossible" to practice social distancing in airports, the boss of Heathrow has warned.

Moves to ease restrictions in China's capital come after authorities record no new Covid-19 deaths for the 16th consecutive day

Testing is one of the most important and controversial issues in the coronavirus crisis. Because people with Covid-19 often don't show symptoms for days, they can spread it onto others without knowing.

An aquarium in Japan has urged the public to video-chat their eels, who are forgetting that humans exist.

41-year-old Temisan Oritsejafor facing 'significant prison term' over 'vulgar' incident, West Midlands Police force says

Questions have been raised over how coronavirus tests were counted after Health Secretary Matt Hancock hailed the "incredible achievement" of the Government in hitting its 100,000-a-day target.

A new photograph of Princess Charlotte has been released by Kensington Palace to mark her fifth birthday.

The United States has authorised the emergency use of the Ebola drug remdesivir for treating coronavirus, clearing the way for the potential treatment of 140,000 patients around the country.

This is the emotional moment NHS staff lined the corridors to applaud a 62-year-old coronavirus survivor as he left intensive care after five weeks.

Kim Jong Un has reportedly made his first public appearance in 20 days amid speculation about the North Korean leader's health.

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Health Secretary Matt Hancock has dismissed reports that there could be a "blanket ban" on over 70s leaving home when lockdown is eased.

Ministers have been urged to "get ahead of the game" by assuring the public about what their plans are for stockpiling face masks before lockdown measures are eased.

The Government has published a list of the experts helping shape the response to the coronavirus pandemic as part of the scientific advisory group for emergencies (Sage).

A convicted stalker has admitted assaulting emergency workers after spitting blood in the faces of police officers while shouting about coronavirus.

Australia's Great Barrier Reef has experienced its third coral bleaching event in five years, according to researchers who blamed the rapid warming of the planet due to human emissions.

A group calling themselves 'HS2 Rebellion' have blocked the entrance to a building site at Euston.

Urgent action is still needed to make it easier for vulnerable people to access supermarket delivery slots and other sources of supplies, Which? has warned.

Person pronounced dead at the scene after incident early on Tuesday morning

Just 50,000 commuters could board every 15 minutes if they had to keep two metres apart - when rush-hour usually sees 320,000 on board

Spain's strict coronavirus lockdown has sent the unemployment rate to a near four-year high.

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Blue Peter has honoured Captain Tom Moore with a gold badge for his fundraising efforts.

A man and a woman tricked their way into a 100-year-old woman's home and stole more than £100 in what police branded a "despicable" crime.

Hundreds of O2 and Vodafone customers have reported problems with the networks.

Brits will be left in the lurch unless ministers set out a clear path for lifting the Covid-19 lockdown, a former prime minister's think tank said.

Police have cordoned off a busy road in south east London after a double stabbing in broad daylight.

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

Tomorrow night a rare "Super Flower Moon" will light up the UK's night skies.

Earth's closest black hole has been discovered by astronomers and it is big enough to swallow the whole of Washington DC.

A 10-year-old double-leg amputee has raised more than £10,000 by walking a marathon distance during coronavirus lockdown.

The UK could start easing its lockdown by relaxing stay-at-home orders and allowing some types of non-essential businesses to reopen, according to a new study.

A shipment of 400,000 gowns from Turkey has reportedly been impounded in a warehouse after falling short of UK standards.

A Labour MP has claimed she was sacked from her job as a temporary carer amid the coronavirus pandemic after speaking out about personal protective equipment (PPE) shortages.

They have been living in a temporary facility for the past year to train them to use rocks for exfoliation and fatten them for the cooler temperatures.

Forty firefighters tackled a blaze on the 17th floor of a block of flats in west London on Thursday morning.

The animal park behind Netflix hit Tiger King has official reopened its doors for business after closing due to the coronavirus outbreak.

The Government has exceeded its 100,000-a-day coronavirus testing target, Matt Hancock has declared.

The Government is requesting a refund or replacement for 400,000 medical gowns flown over from Turkey which were later deemed "unusable".