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R measures the number of people, on average, that each sick person will infect.

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Here’s Where We’re At With Covid Booster Jabs For Autumn

We asked the UK's current vaccine providers when we can expect our boosters.

Natasha Hinde

This ‘Gingerbread Architect’ Creates The World’s Most Iconic Buildings Out Of Biscuit

From Somerset House to the Palace of Versailles, this master baker's made them all.

Are You Close Enough To Catch Covid? Try The ‘Garlic Breath Test’

Scientists are recommending this (slightly gross) method for reducing transmissions.

3 Guys Created A Pink Glove For Disposing Tampons. Give Us Strength

The Pinky Gloves trio have now apologised for their 'big mistake'.

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A Blood Test Could Predict If You’ll Have Severe Outcomes From Covid

The test may be available by autumn, allowing doctors to closely monitor those at the highest risk.

Man Who Spat On Belly Mujinga May Have Been ‘Connected’

Family of railway worker who died of Covid have complained to the police conduct watchdog.

Graeme Demianyk

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Sara Nelson

Matt Hancock Holds Shares In Sister’s Firm Who Won NHS Contracts

Government spokesperson says health secretary has "acted entirely properly" in declaring interest in Topwood Limited.

Graeme Demianyk

Boris Johnson Will Go To India Despite Soaring Covid Cases And New Variant Fears

PM is due to meet Narendra Modi as part of shortened trip as the UK aims to strike a post-Brexit trade deal.

Rachel Wearmouth

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LIFE

Want More Energy In The Morning? Try This Easy Science-Backed Method

Transforming into an early riser is simpler than you think.

How To Confront Someone When You Hate Confrontation

Conflict-averse? Here's what you can do to have a productive conversation that doesn't escalate into a fight.

We Tried 5 Products To Combat ‘Lockdown Face’. Here’s What Worked

Staying indoors, poor sleep, staring at screens – it's no wonder our faces are looking a little different.

5 Items Charity Shops Want You To Stop Donating

Unsaleable items cost charities thousands to dispose of each year. Here's what to do with these items instead.

OPINION

Opinion: We Have A Chance To Get Serious On Stalking. The Government Aren’t Taking It

Yvette Cooper

Opinion: There’s No ‘Right’ Way To Feel About Lockdown Ending

Maheen Behrana

Opinion: Rushed Vaccine Passports Would Do More Harm Than Good

Tom Sasse

Opinion: The Government's Media Blackout Is Cynical And Irresponsible

Kimi Chaddah

Super-Rich Spent Almost £3bn Buying ‘Third Or Fourth Trophy’ London Homes During Pandemic

Sales of "super-prime" homes in the capital increased in 2020 despite the pandemic.

Léonie Chao-Fong

Voters Must Know Ministers’ Financial Affairs Before May Elections, Labour Says

Exclusive: Opposition says delayed register of interests must now be published amid Greensill scandal.

Arj Singh

Chicago Releases Video Of Police Fatally Shooting 13-Year-Old Adam Toledo

Graphic footage shows the boy had his hands up when an officer killed him on March 29.

Sanjana Karanth

To Stop Covid Spreading, We Need To Talk About Ventilation

A group of respiratory experts say we should focus on tackling airborne transmission. Here's why.

Natasha Hinde

Derek Chauvin Trial: 4 Major Takeaways From The Final Week Of Testimony

Minneapolis is on edge as a verdict in the high-profile trial regarding George Floyd's death inches closer.

Hayley Miller

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Sara Boboltz

Why We Can’t Tell You How Many New South Africa Variant Cases There Are

The government has not updated official data, refused to answer questions, and failed to hold a single press conference.

Sara C Nelson

Jacob Rees-Mogg Says It’s ‘Hard To Prevent’ People Photographing Breastfeeding In Public

Commons leader tells MPs "you would expect" people not to take photos of "private" acts taking place in public.

The LGBTQ Youth Homeless Crisis Is Worse Than We Feared

Housing support services are failing young queer people, according to a damning report.

Adam Bloodworth

Vaccinations May Be Made Compulsory For Care Home Staff, Announces Government

Hancock said the government had “a duty of care to those most vulnerable to Covid”. Unions warn plan could "backfire".

David Cameron’s Austerity Agenda Was ‘Very Successful’, Says Jacob Rees-Mogg

Commons leader praises under-fire former Conservative prime minister.