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There's Encouraging News About Long Covid In Adults And Kids

Two studies suggest long Covid appears to be on the wane – and less common among kids than we thought.

Explained: Why The Difference Between Imperial And Metric Systems Matters

Government ministers have signalled imperial units might be about to make a comeback.

Everyone Can Relate To This Viral Video On What A Conference Call Is Really Like

A skit about the pains of connecting online has been making the rounds on TikTok.

5 Countries Show What It's Actually Like To 'Live With Covid'

The UK is not the only country trying to adapt to life alongside coronavirus.

ENTERTAINMENT

Richard Madeley’s Most Richard Madeley Moments Ever

Alan Partridge could never.

Dirty Pants, Horse Poo And Haunted Homes: A Place In The Sun Hosts Reveal Show’s Secrets

Jasmine Harman, Scarlette Douglas and Laura Hamilton unpack the secrets of the much-loved Channel 4 daytime series.

Judge Rinder: 'In Blackpool Rick Astley Was Leading A Conga, Doing Karaoke To His Own Tune Whilst I Was Delightedly Drunk'

Daytime TV's legal eagle takes a glittery trip down memory lane to celebrate the return of Strictly Come Dancing in our new series Back To The Ballroom.

Elton John 'On The Warpath' As He Requests Meeting With PM Over Post-Brexit Touring Rules

The singer said it is currently "financially impossible" for burgeoning British stars to tour in the European Union.

AFGHANISTAN EXPLAINED

The Taliban Think They Have Conquered Panjshir. The Reality Could Be Very Different.

The Taliban have claimed victory over the last stronghold of resistance in Afghanistan.

Kate Nicholson

A Day In The Life Of An Afghan Left Behind

Many Afghans feel abandoned since the withdrawal of US troops and foreign allies on August 31.

4 Warning Signs The Government Isn’t Prepared For Afghan Refugees

"Operation Warm Welcome" has more flaws in it than No.10 has acknowledged.

Kate Nicholson

What The Taliban Will Focus On In Afghanistan When The World Isn’t Watching

The militants are now in control following the evacuation of western troops.

Kate Nicholson

THE LATEST ON COVID

Politics

Here's What The Coronavirus R Rate Is Near You

Official figures published on Friday suggest England's R rate is between 0.9 and 1.1.

Sophia Sleigh

Politics

Dozens Of Countries To Be Dropped From UK's Travel 'Red' List

Transport secretary Grant Shapps is expected to announce an overhaul of border controls on Friday.

Graeme Demianyk

Parents

Kids Can Soon Get The Vaccine, But What If Their Parents Say No?

Children aged 12 to 15 can go against parent wishes to get the jab if they're deemed "competent" to make that decision.

Rachel Moss

News

Nicki Minaj's 'Swollen Balls' Vaccine Claim Is Just Plain Nuts, Says Top US Doctor

Dr. Anthony Fauci said "there’s no evidence that it happens, nor is there any mechanistic reason to imagine that it would happen".

David Moye

There's A Reason Opioid Use Has Surged During The Pandemic

The prescription drugs are highly addictive and only recommended for short-term use.

Rachel Moss

Can You Book A Covid Booster Jab?

You might be eligible for a Covid booster jab soon so here's what you need to know.

No, Nicki Minaj, The Covid Jab Doesn't Cause Male Impotency

Evidence shows that Covid-19, not the vaccine, is more likely to impact your sperm count.

Faima Bakar

News

This Is Boris Johnson's Plan For Tackling Covid In Winter

Booster jabs, NHS funding, and vaccines for children are aims to keep the UK safe this winter.

Covid Booster Jabs: Who Can Get Them And How Do I Book One?

Coronavirus vaccine booster jabs are coming. We’ve answered your questions.

Faima Bakar

Nicki Minaj's Testy Tweet About The Covid Vaccine Is A Wild Ride

Spoiler alert, things didn't end well for Nicki.