Revellers return to festivals at Tramlines test event

Tens of thousands of people enjoyed the first weekend after "freedom day" at Tramlines festival in Sheffield. The event is forming part of the Government's Events Research Programme.

Coronavirus in numbers: A further 29,173 Covid-19 cases reported in UK

As of 9am on Sunday, there had been a further 29,173 lab-confirmed Covid-19 cases in the UK, the Government said.

London streets flooded as torrential rain hits capital

Torrential rain has flooded roads in London after thunderstorms struck the south of England on Sunday.

Chelsie Giles begins Team GB’s medal haul

Chelsie Giles collected Great Britain’s first medal of the Tokyo Olympics. During a press conference, she called the achievement "a very, very proud moment".

Vaccine in numbers: 83,724,111 vaccinations given in UK

Government data up to July 24 shows that of the 83,724,111 Covid jabs given in the UK, 46,563,452 were first doses, a rise of 43,454 on the previous day.Some 37,160,659 were second doses, an increase of 206,968.

Bradly Sinden disappointed with Olympic debut silver

Doncaster native Bradly Sinden came within eight seconds of securing Great Britain’s first gold medal of the Tokyo Games.Sinden had gold at his mercy as he led by two points before a head-kick by Ulugbek Rashitov gave gold to his Uzbek opponent.

Tokyo 2020 round-up: Bradly Sinden and Chelsie Giles win first Team GB medals

Later on in the second day of action at Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Bradley Sinden and Chelsie Giles claimed Great Britain’s first medals of the Tokyo Olympics on Day Two of the Games.

Thousands enjoy first mass London 10k since lockdown

Runners have taken to the streets of London for their first mass 10k since lockdown restrictions were lifted.The annual mass participation event, which was billed as “London’s best summer celebration of running”, was previously cancelled due to..

Tom Walker hopes Tramlines becomes blueprint for future music events

Musician Tom Walker says he is 'excited' as he performs at Tramlines. He hopes the festival could become a blueprint for future music events in the Covid-era.

Paws to paddleboards as dog surfing championships take place

Surf's up for competitors and their dogs at Dogmasters, the country's only dog surfing and paddleboard championship, at Branksome Beach in Poole, Dorset.

Joe Root admits friendship will be set aside against Ben Stokes in The Hundred

Joe Root is bracing himself for a few fiery words from Ben Stokes when two of English cricket’s biggest stars go head to the head in The Hundred.

Health Secretary apologises for suggesting people must not 'cower' from Covid-19

Health Secretary Sajid Javid has apologised for suggesting that the nation should not “cower” from coronavirus in remarks that were branded insensitive by bereaved families and opposition MPs.

Ministers eye vaccine passports for Premier League matches and large events

Only fully-vaccinated football fans may be able to attend Premier League matches and other events with more than 20,000 spectators from October under Government plans.

Tokyo 2020 round-up: Adam Peaty reaches 100m breaststroke final

On the second day of action at Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Adam Peaty reached the men's 100m breaststroke but former two-time Olympic champion Jade Jones lost her first match of the games.

Jack Whitehall reveals inspiration for Jungle Cruise character was close to home

Jack Whitehall has revealed he based his character in the new Disney adventure film Jungle Cruise on his father.

Coronavirus in numbers: UK deaths rise by 86

As 11.59pm on Saturday, a further 86 people had died within 28 days of positive test, the Government said.

Daily politics briefing: July 25

The key facts behind the day's headlines on July 25, as taxpayers could be facing the costs of Covid-19 for decades.

Lions told to prepare for Springbok backlash after victory in series opener

Warren Gatland has braced his British and Irish Lions for a backlash from South Africa after the tourists seized a 1-0 lead in the series by winning 22-17 at Cape Town Stadium.“They’ll be hurt from this because they’re an incredibly proud nation..

Andy Murray forced to withdraw from men's singles in Tokyo due to thigh strain

Andy Murray’s bid for a third straight Olympic singles gold medal ended before it began when he withdrew ahead of his first match with a minor thigh strain.The Scot had been due to take on ninth seed Felix Auger-Aliassime of Canada on Sunday but was..

Tokyo 2020 round-up: Ellen White header sinks Japan

Later on in the first day of action at Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Ellen White scored the winner as Team GB beat Japan in the women's football, and Adam Peaty won his heat in the 100m breaststroke.

Iwan Thomas: I think Team GB will win loads of medals at Tokyo 2020

Former Olympic medallist Iwan Thomas admits he is confident Team GB will have a successful Olympic Games as he took part in the launch of the Tokyo 2020 official video game.

Anti-lockdown protesters clash with police in Sydney

Protesters clashed with police in Sydney as thousands of people took to the streets to protest against lockdown restrictions amid another surge in coronavirus cases.

Sinkhole opens up in Liverpool

A ruptured water main is suspected to have caused a sinkhole in Liverpool.

Gareth Southgate urges young people to get Covid jab

England manager Gareth Southgate has urged young people to get their freedom back by supporting the coronavirus vaccination programme.

PM wishes British and Irish Lions team good luck

Prime Minister Boris Johnson wishes the British and Irish Lions team good luck ahead of their first Test against South Africa.

Olympics 2020 round-up: Max Whitlock makes pommel horse final

On the first day of action at Olympics 2020, Max Whitlock makes the pommel horse final, Andy Murray reaches the second round of the men's doubles and Geraint Thomas crashes out of the men's road race.

Daily politics briefing: July 24

The key facts behind the day's headlines on July 24, as discontent with the Government’s self-isolation policy grows.

In Pictures: Boris Johnson’s two years as PM marked by unprecedented challenges

The Prime Minister took the reins of office in a Brexit-fixated country but coronavirus would soon present a crisis like no other.Here is a look at those challenging two years in pictures.

Concerns grow for missing 11-year-old who travelled from Bolton to London

The parents of a missing 11-year-old girl who travelled to London from Greater Manchester have said they are in a “state of shock” and urged her to let them know she is safe.Fatuma Kadir, from Bolton, left home without her parents’ knowledge on..

Vaccinators dubbed the ‘Pfizer Chiefs’ man jab bus at Latitude

While festivalgoers may expect to see bars and burger vans alongside the music stages, a vaccination bus has been attracting revellers at Latitude Festival. The single-decker, staffed by NHS workers, is between the festival campsite and the main arena..

Tokyo 2020 officially opened with low-key ceremony

A year later than scheduled, Tokyo 2020 officially began with an understated and respectful opening ceremony on Friday.The event at the main stadium took place with no general spectators and a much-reduced parade of athletes.Great Britain were..

Harry Kane in profile

Take a look at some of the key moments in the career of Harry Kane, captain of England for their historic Euro 2020 campaign and the player Tottenham can't bear to lose.The striker has been linked with a move to Manchester City, but with three years..

Coronavirus in numbers: UK deaths rise by 64

As of 9am on Friday, there had been a further 36,389 lab-confirmed Covid-19 cases in the UK, the Government said.A further 64 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Friday.It brings the UK total to 129,044.Separate..

Des O’Malley lived ‘wild and precious’ life, mourners told

The funeral of the former justice minister took place on Friday in the Church of the Sacred Heart, in Donnybrook, Dublin.Mourners at the funeral of the former leader and founder of the Progressive Democrats, heard how he lived a “wild and..

Judge recommends fresh probe into Omagh bombing

A judge has recommended the UK Government carries out an investigation into the Omagh bombing, and urged the Irish Government to do likewise, after finding “plausible arguments” that there was a “real prospect” of preventing the..

Vaccines in numbers: Almost 36.8m receive second dose

Government data up to July 22 shows that of the 83,239,491 Covid jabs given in the UK, 46,476,845 were first doses, a rise of 43,000 on the previous day.Some 36,762,646 were second doses, an increase of 174,742.

Jadon Sancho 'honoured' to sign for Manchester United

Manchester United have completed the signing of winger Jadon Sancho on a five-year deal.The 21-year-old England international – a former Manchester City youth team player – has joined from Borussia Dortmund in a £73million deal.

100 days to Cop26: Protesters urge PM to take climate change seriously

Protesters have descended upon London’s Parliament Square calling on Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak to make the climate crisis their top priority.The demonstration marks 100 days until the Cop26 summit in Glasgow.

Trapped seagull released back into wild

A seagull who was rescued from behind a car grille has been released back into the wild after being rescued by the RSCPA.The herring gull was found stuck behind the grille of a red Mazda 6 parked in a hospital car park in Ashford, Kent, by a passerby..

Man United complete Jadon Sancho signing

A look at the career of Jadon Sancho as Manchester United sign the England winger, finally securing the signature of their long-term target.

Heineken launches sustainable bar ahead of London E-Prix

Beer brand Heineken has unveiled its take on a 'Greener Bar' in an effort to reduce waste, water, emissions and energy at each event it is used. The bar, which was installed ahead of the London Formula E E-Prix, aims to save 25,108 litres of water –..

George Eustice: Key food supply workers to move to daily testing regime

Environment Secretary George Eustice explains how workers in key positions within the food supply industry are to move to daily testing to ensure the delivery of food. It comes after many workers were forced to remain home due to the so-called..

Testing to replace self-isolation for ‘pinged’ food supply chain workers

Emergency measures to protect food supplies will see thousands of workers at up to 500 critical sites potentially avoid the need to self-isolate if identified as a contact of a coronavirus case.

Daily politics briefing: July 23

The key facts behind the day's headlines on July 23, as the UK continues to experience the 'pingdemic'.

Off the Rails stars honour late co-star Kelly Preston

Actors and NHS staff have attended the world premiere of Off the Rails which marks the final on-screen appearance of Kelly Preston.The actress died of breast cancer in July 2020.

South Africa v British and Irish Lions: First Test match preview

An in-depth look at the British and Irish Lions' first Test match against South Africa.

Olympics: Media being timed when they leave hotel rooms

The world’s elite athletes are not the only ones straining on their starting blocks on the eve of the opening ceremony of the re-scheduled Tokyo Olympic Games.Visiting media in the Japanese capital have been forced to exhibit uncharacteristic fleet..

Arlo Parks: Artists should set an example over Covid-19 safety at gigs

Arlo Parks says it is important musicians set an example to their fans about Covid-19 safety at gigs.The 20-year-old, whose debut album, Collapsed In Sunbeams, has been nominated for the Mercury Prize, said regular testing and vaccination were crucial..

10-year anniversary of Amy Winehouse's death marked

Friday July 23 marks a decade since British singer Amy Winehouse died at just 27.There are several books and documentaries premiering to mark the 10 years since her death, including Reclaiming Amy which airs on BBC Two on Friday at 9pm.

Victims voice anger at Government’s Troubles ‘amnesty’ plan

Victims from across the community in Northern Ireland have met Government officials to make clear their opposition to plans to ban prosecutions for Troubles murdersSeveral victims' groups held meetings with Northern Ireland Office officials at..