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Thursday morning news briefing: Boris Johnson's route out of lockdown




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Boris Johnson's lockdown speech: When is it, what will he say, and how can I watch it?




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The readers' chatroom: What lockdown measures should be the first to be eased in the second phase?





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What essential shops are open during the coronavirus lockdown?



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Boris Johnson's lockdown speech: When is it, what will he say, and how can I watch it?





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Halima Aden using lockdown to experiment with new hijab styles

Model Halima Aden has been writing thank you notes to keep her spirits up during the coronavirus lockdown.




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Courteney Cox missing Johnny McDaid's 'physical touch' amid lockdown

At present, Friends star Courteney Cox is staying at home in Malibu, California.




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Jennifer Aniston resorting to watching laundry spin on lockdown

Aniston also took a moment to mark America's National Nurses Day.




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Bow down to the politician who's the Queen of verbal smackdowns

Australia's political landscape has long been tumultuous and rough around the edges. But amoung the rough, there is a diamond. Enter ex-prime minister, sharp shooter and straight talker, Paul Keating. He's sassy AF.

Keating made headlines again Wednesday by implying the country's foreign policy was suffering because governmental powers are too concerned with appeasing the U.S. 

It's just the latest public comment in the long line of brutal honesty and cynical realism that is Paul Keating's autobiography. Need hard evidence? Watch and learn children. The shade. Read more...

More about Australian Politics, Australia, Paul Keating, World, and Australia




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For console games, downloads are approaching a tipping point

Destiny 2's digital success could spell long-term trouble for discs




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Pogba, Bellerin, Martial, Beckham and more footballers sporting buzzcuts during coronavirus lockdown

If there is one thing footballers have in common with fans during the coronavirus pandemic, it is that when it comes to hairstyles, they are all very much in the same boat.




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Cristiano Ronaldo warned he has 'no privileges' during lockdown after training session at Madeira Stadium

Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has been warned he has no special "privilege" after he was pictured training at a local stadium in his native Madeira.




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West Ham chief Karren Brady takes aim at Tottenham and Jose Mourinho over lockdown breach

West Ham vice-chair Karren Brady has taken a swipe at Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho after he breached lockdown measures to hold a one-on-one training session with Tanguy Ndombele.




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Chelsea keep Stamford Bridge open for individual training during government lockdown

Marco van Ginkel has revealed local Chelsea players remain able to train at Stamford Bridge, although the club insist on individual sessions only.




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Mikel Arteta using shutdown to strengthen bond with Arsenal stars - 'I want them to trust me'

Mikel Arteta says he is trying to use the coronavirus shutdown to strengthen his bond with his Arsenal players.




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Watch: Zenit St. Petersburg use drone to deliver player of the month award during lockdown

Russian club Zenit St Petersburg have come up with a novel way around social distancing measures, using a drone to deliver their Player of the Month award.




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Eating Hazard! Real Madrid star 'trying not to eat a lot of buns' during coronavirus lockdown

Former Chelsea star Eden Hazard admits he is 'trying not to eat a lot of buns' during the coronavirus lockdown.




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Roy Hodgson praises Crystal Palace community work during coronavirus shutdown

Roy Hodgson has issued a lengthy message to Crystal Palace supporters during the coronavirus crisis, commending the club and players' community efforts and reaffirming the collective desire to finish the 2019-20 Premier League season.




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Tottenham defender Ben Davies caring for elderly neighbour during lockdown: 'He didn't know I play for Spurs!'

Tottenham defender Ben Davies has revealed how he has been keeping busy during the coronavirus shutdown by helping care for an elderly neighbour.




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Spanish football shutdown: RFEF plans to fast-track lower leagues when season resumes after coronavirus

Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales has come up with a new proposal for a fast-track finish to the lower leagues in Spain once football is back under way following the current break due to coronavirus.




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Lucas Moura raising baby son to be Tottenham fan with 'Come On You Spurs' chant during lockdown

Champions League hero Lucas Moura has again cemented his place in the hearts of Tottenham fans by teaching his child to sing 'Come On You Spurs'.




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Tottenham ask sacked manager Mauricio Pochettino to take pay reduction during coronavirus lockdown

Tottenham are in talks with their former manager Mauricio Pochettino over reduction in his £8.5million-a-year salary, five months after he was sacked.




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Jurgen Klopp's lockdown: Liverpool boss discusses Tiger King, Downton Abbey... and learning to tie a tie at 52!

Like most football fans, Jurgen Klopp has found himself with a lot of time on his hands since Premier League action was suspended.




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Manchester United legends including Bryan Robson and Andy Cole connect with elderly fans during lockdown

A selection of Manchester United's past favourites are reaching out to elderly and vulnerable fans during the coronavirus lockdown.




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Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta enlists psychologist to help players adjust in coronavirus lockdown

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the club's psychologist is in "constant communication" with the players to help them work through the coronavirus pandemic.




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Manchester United told Jadon Sancho won't come at knock-down transfer fee after coronavirus shutdown

Manchester United have been warned Borussia Dortmund remain in a "strong financial position" despite the economic uncertainty brought about by the coronavirus pandemic.




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Stan Kroenke: What the Arsenal owner has done with his other sports teams during the coronavirus shutdown

Arsenal is one of many clubs located within the sporting portfolio of the Kroenke Sports & Entertainment group, owned by billionaire American businessman Stan Kroenke.




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Number of footballers reporting depression symptoms doubles during coronavirus lockdown

The percentage of professional footballers reporting symptoms of depression has doubled since coronavirus lockdown measures were put in place across Europe, a study has found.




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How Manchester United are helping players with psychological support and cooking lessons during lockdown

Manchester United staff are assisting the club's players with everything from psychological support to cooking lessons during the coronavirus lockdown.




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Tottenham to speak to Serge Aurier and Moussa Sissoko after pair train together during coronavirus lockdown

It is the second time Spurs players and/or staff have flouted government guidelines to exercise together




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Serge Aurier and Moussa Sissoko sorry for training together amid lockdown; Tottenham duo to make NHS donation

Spurs spoke to the pair after Aurier posted video of them flouting government coronavirus guidelines




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Why Man City star Leroy Sane could benefit from football lockdown

Leroy Sane could benefit from football being placed on lockdown, according to Manchester City teammate Ilkay Gundogan.




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Watford players agree wage deferral during coronavirus shutdown

The squad will defer their salaries by up to 30 per cent




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Phil Neville: England Women's manager set to step down in summer 2021

The Football Association is expected to announce that England Women's manager Phil Neville will step down in the summer of 2021.




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Thomas Partey to Arsenal: Agent shoots down latest transfer speculation

Thomas Partey's representatives have denied that the Atletico Madrid midfielder is involved in transfer negotiations with Arsenal.




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Arsenal players' coronavirus lockdown rule breach sees club remind stars of their responsibilities

Arsenal have been forced to follow neighbours Tottenham in reminding their squad of lockdown guidelines after four Gunners players were caught flouting social-distancing measures.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: Champions League decision; Women's Euros postponed; Arsenal lockdown breach

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Tottenham man Jan Vertonghen given transfer boost by coronavirus lockdown: 'I've had several approaches'

Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen says he has received several "serious proposals" since the Premier League was brought to a halt by the coronavirus pandemic.




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How Brentford are working hard to help the local community during coronavirus lockdown

Bees vice-chairman Donald Kerr believes there is scope for the trusts of all London clubs to unite at this difficult time




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The legal issues facing Premier League clubs and players if season is completed after coronavirus shutdown

Premier League clubs face the prospect of paying inflated wages to keep hold of out of contract players if they press ahead with plans to complete the season.




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Everton appalled after Moise Kean 'hosts party' during coronavirus lockdown

Everton say they are "appalled" and have strongly condemned the actions of Moise Kean as "completely unacceptable" after the player was reported to have flouted coronavirus lockdown measures.




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Manchester City allow Fernandinho to return to Brazil during coronavirus lockdown

Fernandinho has been given permission to return to Brazil while the Premier League is on hold.




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Tottenham stadium and pitch 'looking fine' during coronavirus lockdown, groundsman reveals

Tottenham groundsman Darren Baldwin has given a glimpse behind the scenes at the club during the coronavirus lockdown.




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Teams set to be allowed five substitutions when football returns from coronavirus shutdown

Teams could be allowed to make as many as five substitutions during matches when football returns, as part of a new proposal put forward by Fifa.




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Uefa release over £200m for member associations to use as they 'see fit' during coronavirus shutdown

Uefa have released more than £200million to member associations in order to ease the financial impact of coronavirus on football.




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Barcelona striker Martin Braithwaite reveals insight into busy lockdown training regime

Barcelona striker Martin Braithwaite says the club's training plan represents only one third of his lockdown workout routine.