
The princess says she wants to follow her father's example of "a life well lived and service freely given".
Shared grief over Prince Philip's death is an "ideal opportunity" to mend rifts within the Royal Family, Sir John Major says.
David Cameron says he should have communicated with government “through only the most formal of channels" amid row over the ex-PM’s lobbying work
Young people rioting in Northern Ireland are being "exploited", says the children's commissioner.
A total of 475,230 second jabs were given on Saturday, along with 111,109 first vaccinations.
A head and outstretched arms have been added to Christ the Protector in the southern city of Encantado.
People are urged to be considerate when non-essential retail rules ease in England and Wales on Monday.
Iran's top nuclear official says an incident at its Natanz site was "nuclear terrorism".
Monitors report another "explosive event" at a volcano on the now ash-covered Caribbean island of St Vincent.
A black army lieutenant files a lawsuit against two policemen in Virginia after being pepper-sprayed.
West Midlands Police issue an urgent appeal to the baby's mother to come forward.
They appear in public a week after Prince Hamzah was accused of plotting to destabilise the kingdom.
An elephant calf has been rescued from the bottom of a dug well in India's Odisha state.
The biggest night in the British film calendar, the Bafta Awards, is taking place in London.
Gyms open in England this week, but people should "take it slow" to get their fitness levels back.
Bravissimo's Leanne Cahill explains how her shops will work when they reopen after lockdown.
Warmer sand temperatures from climate change are leading to way more females being hatched than males.
A selection of striking images from our readers on this week's theme.
Huge plumes of smoke filled the sky above the Caribbean island, forcing thousands from their homes.
People in Windsor tell us their messages for the Queen, as she mourns the loss of her husband, Prince Philip.
Media outlets around the globe break the news of the Duke of Edinburgh's death, aged 99.
Prince Philip's Royal Navy years were a defining experience, and led to him meeting Princess Elizabeth.
The ex-prime minister's post-Downing Street business career is coming under increased scrutiny.
The iconic supermarket on Tverskaya Street in central Moscow first opened its doors 120 years ago.
A round-up of the latest false and misleading posts about Covid-19 going viral on social media
The rise of jockey Rachael Blackmore - the modest trailblazer who made Grand National history
Some are eager to hit the High Street when non-essential shops reopen on Monday - but others remain wary.
Ghana is the world's second largest cocoa producer but sees little of the profits from chocolate - for now.
From a Christmas morning at Sandringham, to a Canadian hotel, here are some of your Prince Philip stories.
See the winners so far and all the nominees for this year's British Academy Film Awards.
The event sees countries using pavilions to show off the latest in architecture and technology.
The TV presenter discusses his new ITV game show and why he really, really hates autocue.
Thousands of NHS staff, from dentists to physiotherapists, have been redeployed during the pandemic.
Manchester United come from behind to win at Tottenham with Edinson Cavani scoring a superb diving header.
Jesse Lingard continues his stunning form with West Ham by scoring twice in the first half to set the Hammers on course for a crucial victory over fellow Champions League hopefuls Leicester City.
Three Leicester players, including England midfielder James Maddison, were dropped for the 3-2 defeat at West Ham for breaching Covid-19 protocols.
Rangers are just four games from an unbeaten Scottish Premiership campaign after defeating Hibernian at Ibrox.
Ireland's Six Nations game against France on Saturday could be in doubt because of new quarantine rules introduced by the Irish government.
Allan Saint-Maximin inspires Newcastle to a vital win at Burnley that lifts them six points clear of the relegation zone.
The rules on how many people can meet outdoors are changing, as lockdown is eased.
Hospitality venues are set to gradually open up as lockdown eases across the UK.
As coronavirus restrictions are lifted - when can you return to your favourite activities?
We answer some of your questions about England's roadmap out of lockdown, and other Covid-related issues.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
People under 30 are being offered an alternative to the AstraZeneca vaccine after a review into rare blood clots.
A guide to the risks and benefits of receiving the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.
We take a look at why these unusual clots happen and when they occur.
Under-30s will be not be offered the AstraZeneca vaccine, after concerns over rare blood clots.
The logistics of vaccinating millions of people across the country, as almost 32 million people receive at least one dose.
Are European countries relaxing restrictions put in place to control a new wave of infections?
Anyone in England who travels abroad without good reason will soon face a £5000 fine.
What are the tests for coronavirus, who are they for, and how do they work?
Lockdown rules are being eased further in England and Wales so more people can meet up outside.
As lockdown restrictions ease ease gradually across the UK, what are the rules about going to work?
Charts and maps tracking the progress of Covid vaccination programmes.
Lockdown has been eased further - but what does it mean for hairdressers, pubs and gyms?
Use our search tool to find out about coronavirus rules and restrictions where you live.
Places of worship are open across much of the UK, despite lockdown.
A collection of your tributes to some of the thousands of people in the UK who have died with coronavirus.
The EU has called on AstraZeneca to "catch up" on its deliveries to the EU.
Wedding ceremonies are still restricted across the UK, but the rules are easing.
The coronavirus vaccine is being rolled out across the EU but there have been delays.
As the UK cautiously unlocks, experts will review the evidence on when and where masks are needed.
The unemployment rate is rising as Covid hits different parts of the economy.
From dog theft to drug crime, lockdown has led to some big changes in policing.
Twenty of Downing Street's most senior politicians, officials and former officials take you "into the room" where essential Covid decisions were being made.
A year into the pandemic, we look at countries that have had some success in tackling the virus.
The Duke of Sussex will return to the UK for the first time since "stepping back" from royal duties.
A no-nonsense moderniser, the duke's last service to the monarchy may be in the way he departs it, reports the BBC's Jonny Dymond.
Writer and broadcaster Gyles Brandreth, royal biographer and a friend of Prince Philip, reflects on the public response to his death.
Prince Charles said his father "would have been amazed by... the touching things that have been said".
What happens next in the days leading up to the ceremonial funeral for the Duke of Edinburgh?
In marrying, Philip was able to regain the "simple pleasures" of family life he had lost at eight.
For some, the Duke of Edinburgh will be remembered most vividly for his public comments.
People from all generations have come to Windsor to pay tribute to Prince Philip after his death.
A royal occasion descended into bewilderment and chuckles after a swarm of bees descended.
From his rescue as a toddler to thwarting wartime sea raids, the duke - and his outlook on life - was shaped by the navy.
During their 73-year marriage, he was the Queen's public support and the person who knew her best.
What was it like to take on the part of the Duke of Edinburgh in the award-winning Netflix series?
Members of the public gather at Buckingham Palace to lay flowers and show support for the Queen.
The duke visited the devastated village within hours of the tragedy that claimed 144 lives.
Crowds gathered outside Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle and people laid floral tributes.
For pals James and Nathan, the awards are about more than hauling badly-packed rucksacks up hills.
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, won widespread respect for his steadfast and constant support of the Queen.
He was the man beside Queen Elizabeth II - and arguably the world's most famous husband.
The BBC's announcement as Buckingham Palace confirms the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
How the government handled the release of a contentious report on racial disparity in the UK.
Danny Stewart saw something on the floor of an NY subway station - soon he would treasure it more than anything.
Diagnosed with a terminal illness, Hanna wanted to tell the twins taken from her at 16 - but had no way of reaching them.
Uyghurs abroad describe a pattern of harassment and intimidation they say is designed to silence them.
Online conspiracy theories are exacerbating existing vaccine scepticism.
1. How three myths can kill strategic planning. Strategic thinking is a process that defines the manner in which people think about, assess, view, and create the future for themselves and others. But strategic thinking often boils down to choosing what not to do. Yet three myths continue to plague it. READ MORE 2. Study reveals Covid ignorance. Just half of people in the UK are able to correctly identify the main symptoms of Covid-19, a major study has found. Researchers from Public Health England and King’s College London also found that fewer than one in five people (18%) in the UK get tested if they have Covid symptoms, while only 43% stuck to self-isolation rules. The researchers also concluded that “the current form of the UK’s test, trace, and isolate system is limited”. The Observer 3. Gender equality will take 135 years. Amid a pandemic that has an outsized impact on female workers, the time it will take to close the global gender gap has increased from 99 years to 135 years, according to the global gender report produced by the World Economic Forum. Women around the world lost their jobs at a higher rate than men, 5% vs 3.9% among men, and sectors where job opportunities are growing are significantly underrepresented by women. In cloud computing, women make up just 14% of the workforce and in engineering they comprise 20% of workers. The WEF has two major recommendations to reverse these trends: [1] Focus on long-term solutions, such as expanding the availability of childcare to all workers. [2] Put structures in place so tech-intensive roles that are growing in the economy need to be filled by more female talent. Metro 4. Report suggests scrapping BAME. The term BAME should no longer be used by public bodies and companies, the government’s disparities commission has recommended. A report by the independent Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities is expected to say BAME has become “unhelpful and redundant”. The label is an acronym for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic. The report will also include research suggesting that the term “ethnic minority” is more popular with people from ethnic minorities than “BAME”. Daily Mail 5. Reset work-life boundary when WFH. With the home now the office for so many workers, the elusive work-life balance is becoming even more unattainable. Experts say the best way to avoid being "always on" is to shift the focus away from balance and establish work-life boundaries instead. Here are three ways leaders can lead by example. [1] Declare your intention: All workplaces have different expectations, so make sure your team knows they don’t have to work around the clock and that it’s OK to unplug. [2] Define ‘urgent’: Set specific expectations for the level of urgency of any request. [3] Show you mean it: Don’t send emails outside business hours as your team will think they have to follow suit. Editor |
6. Hey, you. Yes, you. Stop overworking. It’s not just you. The workday from home feels a lot longer during the pandemic, and that’s likely because people can’t stop working. Work-life boundaries haven’t just blurred, they’ve vanished, with many working nonstop to cope with the crisis and because “burning out beats being unemployed.” But experts say it’s unsustainable, and employees and companies are trying various strategies to combat burnout. Some workers are setting alarms to signal the workday has ended, while employers are encouraging breaks, establishing "Zoom-free Fridays" and scheduling companywide days off. The Wall Street Journal 7. Time to embrace four-day week. British companies could join their counterparts in Spain, New Zealand and Germany in trialling a four-day working week. nearly 300,000 businesses, including Unilever, are experimenting with the concept, with campaigners stating: “The Covid pandemic has effectively killed off the 9 to 5, five-day working week.” The UK currently works longer hours than any country in the EU except Greece and Austria, clocking in at an average 42.5 hours per week. Four-day working weeks would bring that number down to around 32 hours. The Times 8. To feel happy, study happiness. If you want to feel happy – or at least, achieve a state of contentment – it might be a good idea to study happiness. Students at Bristol University who completed a “science of happiness” course not only learnt something new; they were also found to be more upbeat at the end of it than their peers who had not taken the course. The three-month module had two strands: one academic; the other, practical. The former covered the psychology and neuroscience of happiness. The latter involved performing acts of kindness. The Guardian 9. Best and worst service stations named. It may be one of the smallest service stations on the motorway network but Bridgwater has been named the pits by a consumer watchdog. It was awarded just one star out of five for all categories analysed by consumer group Which?, including cleanliness, range of facilities and prices. At the other end of the scale, Gloucester services - an hour's drive up the M5 - was ranked number one. It received four of five stars for all categories, with a customer score of 86%. Daily Mirror 10. The bottom line. Reports of possible furlough fraud have doubled since October to more than 26,000. The scheme, which has cost taxpayers £57bn since it launched a year ago, has protected around 11.4m jobs. There have also been 24,000 reports of potential misuse of the £46bn “bounce back” loan scheme. The Times. |
"We've lost the grandfather of the nation". Prince Andrew says of his father, the Duke of Edinburgh.
Thomas Schreiber is charged with murder, attempted murder and dangerous driving.
The Duke of Edinburgh's military service and "wry" sense of humour are being remembered in Dorset.
The Queen's "beloved" husband of 73 years, the longest-serving consort in British history, died at Windsor Castle on Friday morning.
Remembering some of the Duke of Edinburgh's official duties in the south of England.
The latest number of cases of Covid-19 across the county.
The 13-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries when he was struck in August, police say.
Dorset Police detective David Alway is accused of assaulting his wife at their home in 2019.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
Some towns in the North of England and the Midlands are struggling to get Covid infection rates down.
The rules on how many people can meet outdoors are changing, as lockdown is eased.
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
Matt and Jonny Browning create videos in their spare time on how to recycle plastic.
There are an estimated 200,000 e-scooters in the UK, but where you can ride them is heavily restricted.
Florist Pip Holley has been leaving flower arrangements for people to find during lockdown.
A video shows the policeman arrest the man before later admitting he was "perfectly innocent".
A mum from Poole says she felt "traumatised" after having a baby because of Covid-19 restrictions.
Staff at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital are preparing for an expected rise in coronavirus cases.
The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra is resuming concerts and has sold thousands of online tickets.
An adventure company is offering people the chance to spend the night on the side of a cliff.
A hospice charity is spending £2,000 every month on skip removals because of poor quality donations.
Hampshire take just half an hour to claim the final two Leicestershire wickets and complete an innings victory.
Arnaut Danjuma's first-half double helps play-off hopefuls Bournemouth beat Coventry.
Torquay fight back to beat Weymouth and keep their National League promotion bid on track.
With the County Championship making an eagerly anticipated return on Thursday, here's a look at who and what to watch out for.
BBC local radio cricket commentators give their thoughts on how the season might pan out for their county.
Prince Andrew: the Queen says Prince Philip's death has left "a huge void in her life."
The former prime minister, Sir John Major, says Prince Philip's funeral is an ideal time to end friction between the royals.
Staff at a caravan factory in Bristol remember a visit by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh in 2012.
Joanna Lumley shares her memories of attending dinners and events with Prince Philip.
Prince Charles said his father "would have been amazed by... the touching things that have been said".
Prince Philip's Royal Navy years were a defining experience, and led to him meeting Princess Elizabeth.
Bravissimo's Leanne Cahill explains how her shops will work when they reopen after lockdown.
People in Windsor tell us their messages for the Queen, as she mourns the loss of her husband, Prince Philip.
Sophie and Edward greet members of the public after visiting the Queen at Windsor Castle.
Gun salutes have been fired across the UK, in Gibraltar and at sea in memory of the Duke of Edinburgh.
Alex and his two children came to lay flowers at 01:00 BST in memory of the Duke of Edinburgh.
'He's someone I look up to as a young person,' said one of the visitors paying their respects to HRH Prince Philip.
His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, lived most of his life in the public eye.
The BBC's announcement as Buckingham Palace confirms the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
He died peacefully on Friday morning at Windsor Castle.
Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh married in November 1947. Winston Churchill described it as a flash of colour in the grey post-war Britain.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson pays tribute to Prince Philip outside 10 Downing Street.
The Labour leader says the Duke of Edinburgh "dedicated his life to our country".
The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh.
The former Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, pays tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh.
She told the BBC she was concerned about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on attendance at COP26.
The BBC’s David Shukman on how to navigate lockdown easing while keeping yourself and others safe.
Richard Okorogheye's mother, Evidence Joel, says she does not believe her son took his own life.
It was the sixth night of disorder in NI, a period in which up to 55 police officers have been hurt.