‘Series of complexities’ to sort out before UK-US travel can resume

There are a "whole series of complexities to resolve" before travel between the UK and US can resume, the transport secretary has said.

Scotland lifts ban on non-essential travel from Manchester and Salford

The Scottish government has announced it will lift its ban on non-essential travel from Manchester and Salford.

Kardashian West’s company to design underwear for US Olympic team

Kim Kardashian West's company Skims has been chosen as the official underwear designer for Team USA's female Olympic athletes.

UK records a further 20,479 coronavirus cases and 23 deaths

The UK has reported another 20,479 COVID cases and 23 deaths, according to the latest daily figures.

Tramlines and Standon Calling festivals are on – but Womad forced to cancel

Two big festivals have announced they will be going ahead this summer.

GB runner investigated after claiming he faked PCR test to fly home

UK Athletics and the British Olympic Association have confirmed they are investigating after an athlete claimed he faked a PCR test in order to get back to the UK after an international event.

Ireland delays return of indoor hospitality – and will limit it to those who’ve had COVID or been jabbed

Ireland is to restrict indoor hospitality to those who are fully vaccinated or who have previously been infected with COVID-19, the country's prime minister has announced.