Indoor pints and friends at home – easing of restrictions as most of Scotland moved to level 2

Nicola Sturgeon has announced a relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions from 17 May in most of Scotland.

Queen’s Speech: Action on obesity and mental health support – but no social care legislation

The government has promised to tackle obesity and improve mental health support, but there is no sign of long-promised legislation to reform adult social care.

India’s doctors warn against using cow dung to ward off COVID – amid rise in deadly ‘black fungus’

Hospitals in India have reported a rise in "black fungus" found in COVID-19 patients - as doctors warned people against using cow dung in the belief it will ward off the virus.

Man charged with murder of police community support officer Julia James appears in court

A 21-year-old man charged with the murder of police community support officer Julia James in Kent has appeared in court.

‘Dressed down’ Queen to carry out first major engagement since death of husband Philip

The Queen will "still feel the steadiness" of Prince Phillip at her side during the Queen's Speech on Tuesday, a royal expert has said.

Nearly 1,000 arrested and 400 knives seized in police crackdown on violent crime in London

Nearly 1,000 people have been arrested and more than 400 knives seized in an effort to reduce violent crime in London, police have said.

Students among 11 killed in school shooting in Russia – reports

At least 11 people - including students - have been killed and several others injured in a shooting at a school in southwest Russia, according to reports.

Students among 11 killed in school shooting in Russia – reports

At least 11 people - including students - have been killed and several others injured in a shooting at a school in southwest Russia, according to reports.