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Smaller initial dose could ‘prime’ the immune response – scientists

Smaller initial dose could ‘prime’ the immune response – scientists

Researchers have found different efficacy rates between two different doses.

NCSC warns Black Friday shoppers to be wary of scammers

NCSC warns Black Friday shoppers to be wary of scammers

The cybersecurity agency has urged the public to be aware of online criminals during the sales rush of Black Friday and the festive period.

Covid-19 rates falling in most – but not all – local areas of England

Covid-19 rates falling in most – but not all – local areas of England

South-east England is currently recording the highest rates.

More than half a million people take part in Kate’s study on early childhood

More than half a million people take part in Kate’s study on early childhood

The research prompted the largest public response ever seen by Ipsos MORI.

Nearly nine in 10 Black Friday products ‘same price or cheaper beforehand’

Nearly nine in 10 Black Friday products ‘same price or cheaper beforehand’

An investigation by Which? found 85% of products it tracked could be found cheaper or the same price in the six months before.

Palace picture gallery emptied for first time in almost 45 years

Palace picture gallery emptied for first time in almost 45 years

The next phase of work in the Buckingham Palace reservicing programme is under way.

MPs ask tech giants to explain handling of coronavirus vaccine misinformation

MPs ask tech giants to explain handling of coronavirus vaccine misinformation

Latest misinformation concern turns to ‘anti-vax’ movement over fears it could jeopardise progress.

Vaccine volunteers describe special feeling as Oxford reports positive data

Vaccine volunteers describe special feeling as Oxford reports positive data

Sarah Hurst and Jack Sommers paid tribute to the scientists and researchers involved in the AstraZeneca and Oxford University trial.

Almost two million older people expect to feel lonely this Christmas – study

Almost two million older people expect to feel lonely this Christmas – study

More than half of older people are worried they will not see their loved ones over the festive period, Age UK said.

PM reminds officials ‘no place for bullying’ in wake of Priti Patel probe

PM reminds officials ‘no place for bullying’ in wake of Priti Patel probe

An investigation into the Home Secretary found she had shouted and sworn at staff in behaviour that amounted to bullying.

Shamima Begum’s return would create ‘significant’ risks, Supreme Court hears

Shamima Begum’s return would create ‘significant’ risks, Supreme Court hears

Ms Begum, who has been deprived of British citizenship, is currently in the al-Roj camp in northern Syria.

Replacement bicycle appears in front of Banksy artwork

Replacement bicycle appears in front of Banksy artwork

The original bike disappeared without a trace over the weekend.

British vaccine raises hopes of an end to Covid-19 pandemic

British vaccine raises hopes of an end to Covid-19 pandemic

The Oxford University and AstraZeneca vaccine is up to 90% effective and may be able to prevent onward transmission of coronavirus.

Snapchat takes on TikTok with new Spotlight feature

Snapchat takes on TikTok with new Spotlight feature

The new section of the Snapchat app will showcase the most creative user-generated videos on the platform for all to see.

UK-EU talks continue, but ‘time is short’ to reach post-Brexit deal

UK-EU talks continue, but ‘time is short’ to reach post-Brexit deal

Talks have resumed following the coronavirus case which disrupted negotiations last week.

Scotland poised to introduce ‘world-leading’ period products legislation

Scotland poised to introduce ‘world-leading’ period products legislation

The Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Bill will introduce a legal right of free access to items such as tampons in public buildings.

Artist spends pandemic isolation recreating famous artwork with her dog

Artist spends pandemic isolation recreating famous artwork with her dog

Eliza Reinhardt has gained thousands of fans for her pictures with three-year-old Finn.

UK heading for double-dip recession, early data shows

UK heading for double-dip recession, early data shows

The closely-followed IHS Markit/CIPS Flash UK Composite PMI data showed a reading of 47.4 so far in November.

Oxford scientists make high-fiving gifs to celebrate vaccine findings

Oxford scientists make high-fiving gifs to celebrate vaccine findings

The AstraZeneca and Oxford University Covid-19 vaccine may be up to 90% effective.

Raab promises to defend rights of Hongkongers and urges China to change course

Raab promises to defend rights of Hongkongers and urges China to change course

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said it was ‘not too late’ for Beijing to alter its approach to Hong Kong.

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