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Coronavirus is worse in cold weather, research suggests

Coronavirus is worse in cold weather, research suggests

Experts say their findings paint a grim picture for the winter, when it is thought there may be an increase in cases.

Government accused of being ‘slow’ to respond to risk of Russian interference

Government accused of being ‘slow’ to respond to risk of Russian interference

The Intelligence and Security Committee has published its long-awaited report on Russia.

‘Dramatic improvements’ to housing needed to meet climate targets – researchers

‘Dramatic improvements’ to housing needed to meet climate targets – researchers

A Nottingham Trent University study calls for a national programme to deliver home energy saving upgrades in volume, at speed and cost-effectively.

Weekly coronavirus deaths fall almost a third in seven days – ONS

Weekly coronavirus deaths fall almost a third in seven days – ONS

There were 366 deaths registered in the week ending July 10 involving Covid-19.

Supermarket sales growth slows as pubs and restaurants start to reopen

Supermarket sales growth slows as pubs and restaurants start to reopen

Morrisons was the strongest performer of the UK’s ‘big four’ grocers, as it reported a 17.4% jump in sales over the four weeks to July 12.

Julian Assange case a ‘stitch-up’ – Dame Vivienne Westwood

Julian Assange case a ‘stitch-up’ – Dame Vivienne Westwood

The British fashion designer and businesswoman led a colourful band of protesters chanting ‘Free Julian Assange’ outside the Old Bailey.

Former professional footballers at lower risk of mental health disorders – study

Former professional footballers at lower risk of mental health disorders – study

The latest research looked at mental health outcomes in more than 7,500 former professional footballers.

More than 90,000 microplastics flow down River Thames every second – study

More than 90,000 microplastics flow down River Thames every second – study

Scientists removed 874 pieces of plastic from the bodies of 135 crabs along the Thames.

Hundreds to pay their respects ahead of Jack Charlton’s funeral

Hundreds to pay their respects ahead of Jack Charlton’s funeral

The cortege will pass through Ashington, Northumberland, where he learned the skills that led him to becoming a much-loved figure in the game.

Borrowing hits record £128bn between April and June amid Covid-19 lockdown

Borrowing hits record £128bn between April and June amid Covid-19 lockdown

The ONS estimated that government borrowing rose to £35.5bn in June, up £28.3bn on a year earlier.

Union urges Uber to end court fight over drivers’ rights and enter talks

Union urges Uber to end court fight over drivers’ rights and enter talks

A GMB boss has called for discussions on the way forward hours ahead of a Supreme Court hearing.

Taoiseach welcomes EU budget and coronavirus fund

Taoiseach welcomes EU budget and coronavirus fund

The deal was finally struck after four days of negotiations between European leaders in Brussels

China says UK will ‘bear the consequences’ of suspending Hong Kong extradition

China says UK will ‘bear the consequences’ of suspending Hong Kong extradition

Britain also slapped an arms embargo on the territory in response to China’s new national security law.

Key questions ahead of Russia report’s release

Key questions ahead of Russia report’s release

The probe’s findings are to be published on Tuesday after months of delays.

Amber Heard to continue evidence in Johnny Depp ‘wife beater’ libel trial

Amber Heard to continue evidence in Johnny Depp ‘wife beater’ libel trial

The actress is appearing at her ex-husband’s libel case against The Sun.

Inquiry into maternity care at NHS trust examining more than 1,800 cases

Inquiry into maternity care at NHS trust examining more than 1,800 cases

Services at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust are the focus of a review led by Donna Ockenden.

What the papers say – July 21

What the papers say – July 21

Excitement over promising early signs from a Covid-19 vaccine study fills the front pages on Tuesday.

UK and EU negotiators share poignant moment before trade talks recommence

UK and EU negotiators share poignant moment before trade talks recommence

Michel Barnier said he and British counterpart David Frost reflected on Europe’s ‘shared history’ during dinner on Monday.

US Secretary Pompeo arrives in UK for talks with Boris Johnson

US Secretary Pompeo arrives in UK for talks with Boris Johnson

China is expected to be a topic of discussion following recent UK action over Hong Kong and Huawei.

Cabinet resumes meetings in person as Government steps up vaccine efforts

Cabinet resumes meetings in person as Government steps up vaccine efforts

The Prime Minister is bringing his Cabinet together in person for the first time since March.

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