Lorry backlog cleared as hauliers told they can head to Dover again

Lorry drivers waiting to cross into France have been told they can head back to Dover instead of waiting in an overflow lorry park.

News: Hospitality sector welcomes Brexit agreement

The hospitality industry has welcomed agreement in discussions between the UK and European Union on a future trading relationship, arguing it can preserve jobs and assist the fightback from Covid-19.

Judge delays execution of only woman on death row in US

A federal judge has delayed the execution of the only woman on death row in the US.

Beyonce donates $500,000 to people facing eviction due to COVID-19

Beyonce will donate $500,000 to people facing eviction due to the coronavirus pandemic through her BeyGOOD charity foundation.

British-Soviet double agent George Blake dies aged 98

Cold War British-Soviet double agent George Blake has died aged 98, according to Russian state news agency RIA.

South Korea braced for ‘third wave’ as daily COVID cases hit new highs

South Korean officials have warned of a third wave of coronavirus, as a resurgence in cases continues over the Christmas period.

PM bids to woo potential Tory rebels ahead of Brexit deal vote

Boris Johnson has appealed to Eurosceptic Tory MPs to back his post-Brexit trade agreement in next week's 11th-hour vote.

Boeing 737-8 MAX forced into early landing after engine issue

A Boeing 737-8 MAX was forced to make an unscheduled landing and have one engine shut down after it ran into issues.