ANDREW PIERCE: Sir John Major is not often considered the most influential prime minister of the 20th century. But we shouldn't forget one achievement: the creation of the National Lottery.

The Republican lawmakers threw their support behind the new Prime Minister and offered him and the British people their 'unwavering support' as the country prepares to leave the European Union.

Donald Trump continued to clobber his former national security adviser, claiming his dismissal of John Bolton would strengthen his approach to totalitarian leftist nations.

The singer, 41, spoke about his thoughts on the way Trump has handled the US's response to the global pandemic in an interview with GQ Hype , which was released on Monday.

HOT OR NOT: It's Hot or Not time again as Sportsmail's Riath Al-Samarrai reveals what's been making him feel warm and what's been leaving him cold this week.

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Having read in the Sunday papers that, because of coronavirus, the over-60s should avoid routine visits to surgeries, I emailed my doctor to confirm that my annual medical check-up. would go ahead...

Jenny McGee, 35, was singled out for praise alongside Luis Pitarma, 29, by the Prime Minister after treating him at St Thomas' Hospital in central London.

'This tough decision has been made with the continued safety and well-being of his fans... and with the concern that these gatherings continue to risk accelerating the spread of the Coronavirus,' he said.

On Halloween, LeBron James channeled Johnny Depp in his iconic 1990 film role Edward Scissorhands. The NBA legend dubbed himself 'LeDward Scissorhands'.

A string of stirring tributes preceded the game on Sunday in Chicago, where teams captained by LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo will wear jerseys honoring Bryant and his daughter.

Melanie Griffith was seen enjoying a lovely pre-Thanksgiving dinner with her daughters Dakota Johnson, 30, and Stella Banderas, 23, on Tuesday evening in West Hollywood.

John preceded Jen in show business with his longtime role as Victor Kiriakis on the soap opera Days of Our Lives. 'Christmas with one of my creators,' the perennial A-lister, 50, wrote.

After 50-year-old Jennifer's now-iconic reunion with ex-husband Brad Pitt, 56, last month, it seems she is keeping a catalogue of exes close by, after her departure from dinner with John, 42

The Friends alum, who dated John Mayer from 2008 to 2009, joined the Edge of Desire hitmaker's Instagram Live over the weekend, as he discussed meeting the late singer Bill Withers.

Boris Johnson is concerned a 'Labour mole' is operating within Whitehall, say government sources. Confidential Treasury documents were leaked to Labour during the election campaign.

The Conservatives now have a massive 17-point advantage over Labour, according to the latest research by Opinium - up from around 12 points at the election.

Labour is believed to have stepped in after the PM ripped up the convention that former Speakers like John Bercow go to the House of Lords after stepping down from the chair.

Jeremy Corbyn is said to have put forward the reviled former Commons custodian for a seat in the upper chamber, as well as some of his closest left-wing cronies.

Jeremy Corbyn is said to have put forward the former Commons custodian for a seat in the upper chamber, as well as some of his closest left-wing cronies.

Mrs Bercow, a Labour supporter, privately urged Mr Corbyn to send her husband to the Lords because the Tories would refuse, Commons sources said.

Six weeks after the dramatic election victory, YouGov research put the Conservatives on 49 per cent, far ahead of their main rivals on 29 per cent.

Boris Johnson today accused Jeremy Corbyn of a 'grotesque failure' to understand UK efforts to tackle climate change as the PM shrugged off criticism from a sacked ex-minister.

DAVID LEAKEY: I believe it is my public duty to say it would be a scandal if Baron 'Bully' Bercow were ever to take a taxpayer-funded seat for life on the red benches of the House of Lords.

Boris Johnson today risked a major row with Donald Trump after he claimed the UK's extradition arrangements with the US are 'imbalanced'.

HENRY DEEDES: The Leader of the Opposition kicked off by attacking this week's deportation of foreign nationals to Jamaica, citing the case of a black boy deported for a drugs charge.

The Prime Minister found time to visit Connection at St Martins in the Fields church in London to promote his new plans to tackle the scourge of rough sleeping.

The newly-elected Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has savaged Boris Johnson's handling of the coronavirus crisis, accusing the Prime Minister of making 'serious mistakes'.

The Sydney backbench MP and former tennis star charged taxpayers $91 so he could stay at his luxury retreat at Kangaroo Valley on the NSW South Coast. That was before $266 in car travel costs.

Durham's investigation is reportedly zeroing in on two former top national security officials based on new evidence gathered during a recent trip to Italy with Barr.

John Kennedy on Sunday accused Ukraine of assisting Hillary Clinton in the 2016 presidential elections, prompting MSNBC's Chuck Todd to compare the conservative senator to Vladimir Putin.

Hillary Clinton linked to a pro-impeachment website urging the public to educate themselves in the midst of the Judiciary hearing debating two articles of impeachment against Donald Trump.

Trump tweeted early on Wednesday morning that he wished former National Security Adviser John Bolton would have came forward with his complaints when he was getting fired.

Donald Trump launched a vicious attack on John Bolton, claiming Bolton 'begged' him for a job and wanted to take the country into 'World War Six' before writing his 'nasty & untrue book.'

Lawyers will argue Sgt Alexander Blackman, imprisoned for murder for shooting a wounded insurgent in Afghanistan, deserves to be granted bail and reunited with his family.

I’m a big John Williams fan, and this rush-released double album is in my opinion the finest showcase for his film music yet to emerge.

Blue Peter got the mix exactly right and the result was magical. From their first appearance together in September 1971, John Noakes and Shep were the perfect double act

Last week they announced the happy news that they're expecting their fourth child and the couple were back on the red carpet on Tuesday.

Keke Palmer defied convention at the Elton John's Foundation Fall Gala in New York on Tuesday night, as she traded in the event's usual black-tie dress code for a saucier ensemble.

The 19-year-old sister of modelling legend Kate, opted for a lingerie-inspired mini complete with a satin bustier while she slicked on red lipstick and an eye-popping necklace

The 47-year-old world champion confirmed he was gay in an interview with the Guardian, which was published on Monday afternoon, just two days before attending the event

The 30-year-old Burn hitmaker kept things chic in a sensational Bardot gown with dazzling jewels from the sponsor BVLGARI, while Lady Kitty and Lottie wore near-identical gowns

Lady Kitty Spencer, 26, stunned in a racy black bustier-style dress as she joined a dazzling line-up of stars at the Elton John AIDS Foundation gala in London.

With its fitted upper half serving to accentuate her nicely toned physique, Nicole, 39, was an engaging sight as she posed for photos before making her way inside the event

Prince Harry, 33, praised the work of Sir Elton John and his Aids Foundation as he spoke at the International AIDS Conference, Amsterdam, on Tuesday.

Elizabeth Hurley was among guests stepping out to support the Elton John AIDS Foundation at their gala opening of The Band - a musical produced by Take That - in London's West End on Tuesday.

John Entwistle, the virtuoso bass player in The Who known as The Ox, had a reputation as 'The Quiet One.' Behind the cool-headed appearance, however, was a legendary rock 'n' roll hellraiser

John Fashanu, 57, who is now living in Abuja, Nigeria, spoke about his late brother Justin on today's GMB, admitting he didn't want his brother to 'embarass' the family by coming out as gay.

EXCLUSIVE: The pizza delivery chain has revealed to Femail how to make its popular Garlic Knots in 10 easy steps if you are after a new baking challenge for the Bank Holiday weekend.

The former prime minister memorably threw the ball directly at his own feet in front of local children and the Australian military during a visit to earthquake-ravaged Pakistan in 2005.