COVID-19 cases ‘rising exponentially’ in England, study finds

COVID-19 cases are "rising exponentially" across England, with the latest estimates putting the R number at 1.44.

Cummings scores win with weaponised excerpts but venom of his targets detracts from credibility

In one sense, today was an unquestionable win for Dominic Cummings by securing advertising money can't buy.

Travel restrictions may be eased for Britons who have had both jabs

The government is considering relaxing restrictions surrounding international travel for Britons who have had both coronavirus vaccines.

Why it’s no bad thing that Biden-Putin summit was a little dull

There are moments when dull is good. This was one of them.

Third wave coming as Delta variant surges, but vaccine could be game-changer this time

If there was any doubt that we are heading towards a third wave then Wednesday's daily infection total should go some way towards dispelling those uncertainties.

Met Police chief has ‘no intention of resigning’ over force institutional corruption claims

The Metropolitan Police commissioner has defied calls to quit after allegations the force was "institutionally corrupt".

Scientists solve mystery of supergiant star Betelgeuse’s ‘great dimming’

Scientists believe they have solved the mystery behind why one of the brightest stars in the sky suddenly became visibly darker.

Wales beat Turkey 2-0 in vital Euro 2020 win despite Bale penalty miss

Wales have beaten Turkey 2-0 in their second game at Euro 2020 thanks to goals by Aaron Ramsey and Connor Roberts.