Germany extends lockdown as infection rates almost double in three weeks

Germany's lockdown restrictions have been extended for almost another month as the country faces a rising rate of coronavirus infections.

Cineworld to reopen in May in time for blockbuster releases as lockdown eases

Cineworld has confirmed it plans to reopen cinema screens in the UK in May, in line with current government guidance.

COVID vaccines could be made mandatory for care workers, says Hancock

Getting a COVID vaccine could be made mandatory for care workers who look after the most elderly, the health secretary has told Sky News.

Former England striker Frank Worthington dies aged 72 after long illness

Former Huddersfield, Leicester and England striker Frank Worthington has died at the age of 72, his family have announced.

Rebel Wilson’s rebuke for dog owners after injury while cycling in London

Actress Rebel Wilson has said she injured her ankle on a bike ride in London after a dog ran into her path.

Payrolled employment rises for third month after a year of lockdown misery for jobs

The number of people in payrolled employment has risen for a third consecutive month despite further lockdown misery for the economy, according to official figures.

Waitrose ban on kids’ magazines with disposable plastic toys inspired by campaigning 10-year-old

Waitrose has said it will no longer sell children's magazines containing plastic disposable toys - a move inspired by a campaigning 10-year-old from Wales.

River Thames seal nicknamed Freddie Mercury put down after dog attack

A seal who had been delighting Londoners with its appearances on the banks of the River Thames has been euthanised after a dog attack.