James Argent says lockdown ‘absolutely sucks’ as he self isolates apart from Gemma Collins

Phillip Schofield has returned to This Morning after testing positive for coronavirus. The 59-year-old presenter had been forced to skip hosting This Morning and Dancing on Ice and admitted he was "bored out of his brain" while locked away in his home after testing positive for Covid seven days in a row.

Canada’s Meryeta O’Dine won the bronze medal in her Olympic debut at the Beijing Winter Games in women’s snowboard cross Wednesday.

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A review is set to be launched after four children were given Covid vaccine overdoses of more than twice the approved amount.

A Business Proposal has been pushed back by a week.Today (February 9), the show’s production team announced that the premiere of A Business Proposal has been pushed back by a week, attributing the delay to stricter COVID-19 protocols on the show’s set. The show will now premiere on February 28.“We have decided to inevitably postpone the first broadcast of A Business Proposal for a week due to COVID-19 in order to change the filming schedule and secure a safe production environment,” a representative from the show said, per Sports Chosun and translated by Soompi.“The first broadcast date has been changed from February 21 to February 28,” the representative added.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The EU has urged Sri Lanka to continue reducing the use of the PTA, and to undertake further practical and administrative steps to release on bail those detained under the PTA without charges.The European Union (EU) and the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka held their 24th meeting of the Joint Commission on 8th February 2022 in Brussels.During the meeting, Sri Lanka reiterated its objective to achieve measurable, tangible, and verifiable results on the ground in meeting its commitments.In this context, the EU welcomed the submission by the Government of Sri Lanka of amendments to the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - A juror in the Scott Peterson trial has been offered immunity before testifying at a hearing that could determine whether a new trial is granted, authorities said.Richelle Nice was Juror 7 in the trial that ended with Peterson's conviction for killing his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son. However, Peterson's attorney said Nice was guilty of juror misconduct because she failed to reveal during the jury selection that she had been beaten by a boyfriend while she was pregnant. He said Peterson deserves a new trial.The offer to Nice will come before she testifies at a Feb.

Convicted rapist and murderer Wayne Couzens has been placed in isolation after catching coronavirus in prison with reports suggesting he is "suffering badly".

Train services are set to increase again as ScotRail recovers from staff shortages following a Covid surge over the festive period.

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WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 1: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaks during a news conference after a lunch meeting with Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill February 1, 2022 in Washington, DC. McConnell told reporters he disagrees with fo WASHINGTON - Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is going against the Republican National Committee calling the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Deputy Director-General of Public Health Services, Dr. Hemanth Herath has slammed the organizing of mass gatherings in the wake of the COVID-19 spread in the island.‘This is not something that needs to be said over again.

Truckers paralysing the Canadian capital in anger at Covid rules show no sign of backing down, as several of the nation's provinces announced it was time to roll back restrictions that count among the world's toughest.

First nasal spray for covid-19 treatment in India: For the treatment of adult patients suffering from Covid-19, pharma company Glenmark has launched Nitric Oxide Nasal Spray (FabiSpray) in India. The nasal spray was launched by the pharma company in partnership with SaNOtize. "Phase 3 trial in India met the key endpoints and demonstrated reduction of viral load of 94 per cent in 24 hours and 99 per cent in 48 hours. Nitric Oxide Nasal Spray (NONS) was safe and well-tolerated in COVID-19 patients. Glenmark to market NONS under the brand name FabiSpray," the company said in a statement.

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ladies tights such as pantyhose on your face could reduce the risk of getting Covid, more so than masks.A major risk identified with commonly worn face masks is that they do not fit tightly enough to block viral particles from being inhaled or exhaled significantly.Cambridge University researchers have tested seven hacks to improve the fit of masks.Their new study outlined DIY hacks people have used to make masks fit better, including using rubber bands or tape.They found the most effective tactic was to wrap pantyhose around the bottom half of the face or on top of a mask.Researchers have said that this could reduce the number of viral particles by up to seven times more than a loose mask on its own by sealing the gaps around the nose and mouth.They raised that the social and physical impact of wearing tights on your face in public was "unlikely to be tolerated for an extended period of time".Tight-fitting medical masks are great at blocking out the virus, but many describe them as uncomfortable.The study raised that the most common surgical or cloth masks are far less resistant to Covid.Cambridge researchers recruited four volunteers to try seven different mask hacks - the study looked at both surgical and KN95 masks.Other methods included tying the ear bands to make the masks fit more tightly or stuffing the gaps with bandages.Participants did seven minutes of various exercises designed to mimic real-world interactions such as talking, smiling, nodding and eating.The researchers measured how well the masks fit by monitoring the filtration efficiency and calculating a 'fit factor' score.Pantyhose and cloth tape were most effective, increasing the fit factor by 27.7 and 14.7.Surgical masks performed better if worn in

Epik High frontman Tablo has tested positive for COVID-19.OURS, Epik High’s management agency, confirmed the news through a press statement released earlier today (February 9).“Tablo experienced minor symptoms on February 3 and underwent PCR testing, and his results came back negative the next day (January 4),” the agency said, as translated by Soompi. “However, he voluntarily got tested again on February 8, and his results came back positive this morning.”The statement also noted that the rest of Epik High and staff members who were recently in contact with Tablo underwent rapid antigen testing following the hip-hop artist’s diagnosis.

New Zealand anti-vaccine mandate protesters faced off with police outside parliament today, as demonstrators camped inside the Wellington legislature's grounds vowed to stay "as long as it takes".

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has announced the province’s public health restrictions will now be lifting, while a blockade of protesters demanding an end to mandates resumes at the U.S.-Canada border crossing near Coutts. Heather Yourex-West looks at the province’s plan, and whether it will be enough to satiate demonstrators.

Director Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker joins Global News’ Linda Olsen to discuss how she is using her experiences growing up Black in Calgary and how that has inspired her art.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau continues to press hard on the importance of COVID-19 vaccines. But Quebec Liberal MP Joël Lightbound is challenging his own government’s strategy, demanding Trudeau to stop driving up divisions and deliver a roadmap to end public health mandates.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Thousands of Sri Lankan health workers are on strike for the third consecutive day, citing several demands.The trade unions demand that the authorities eliminate existing salary disparities in the sector just as they eliminated the teacher and principal salary anomalies.Health workers across Sri Lanka including nurses, and Public Health Inspectors are on strike citing multiple demands.They resorted to the indefinite trade union action from Monday (7).As a result of the strike activities at the Colombo General Hospital, Kandy General Hospital, 24 Teaching Hospitals, 26 General Hospitals, 46 Base Hospitals, 410 District Hospitals, and 293 MOH Officers came to a complete standstill.

Gemma Collins made a whopping £120,000 in just one day after Little Mix singer Jade Thirlwall wore an item of her latest clothing range.The 39 year old launched her "Mem-ays" collection with In The Style in March, inspired by her internet memes, with one of the jumpers featuring her iconic Celebrity Big Brother line: "I'm claustrophobic Darren!" After singer Jade, 27, modelled the jumper during an interview from inside her London home, sales of the item soared through the roof and earned The Only Way Is Essex star Gemma a lot of cash. Jade wore the jumper in a video interview with radio station Capital FM to promote her chart-topping band's latest hit Break Up Song, where she proved herself to be an influencer in the fashion world.

GEMMA Collins has opened up in an emotional scene about how much she misses her mum as they're kept apart due to the coronavirus lockdown. The Towie star, 39, is at home in Essex on her own and opened about her struggles on her new series, Diva on Lockdown.

Gemma Collins made a whopping £120,000 in one day from her meme jumper after Jade Thirlwall wore it.

Gemma Collins was set to return with another Diva Forever series, however, the outbreak of coronavirus forced the reality star to change the show to Diva on Lockdown.Gemma Collins, 39 and James Argent, 32 have been dating on and off over the years since their TOWIE days.

Gemma Collins was terrified as she felt a snake swim around her ankles when she waded through a murky pond in lockdown.

In The Style are amongst the many fashion brands that have got onboard with supporting front line staff fighting against COVID-19. We’ve seen many retailers jump on the charity tee bandwagon including Marks and Spencer, ISAWITFIRST.com, Fiorucci and many more.

Fame has a funny way of bringing people together and there’s nothing we love more than an unlikely celebrity friendship.

Gemma Collins has been flooded with praise from her loving fans over her weight loss after she shared new snaps of her modelling. The 39-year-old TOWIE reality TV star is currently in lockdown with her brother and his family and took the time to update fans on her weight loss by sharing some new full-length pics. Gemma has never shied away from discussing her weight, losing three stone in front of the nation on ITV's Dancing on Ice last year. The babe revealed appearing on the dance show that it kicked off her weight loss journey due to shedding the pounds while practising every single day. And now Gemma has revealed that she has kept up her journey as she struck a number of poses while modelling clothes from her brother's home.

James Argent fans haven been given a glimpse at his impressive weight loss as his latest Instagram offering shows his slimmed down figure.

Gemma Collins has opened up on her devastation after vile trolls secretly filmed her working out in a gym and posted the footage online, cruelly calling her a “fat pig”.The 39 year old called the experience "really traumatic”, as she opened up on the latest edition of her BBC show The Gemma Collins Podcast. Former TOWIE star Gemma revealed the horrifying experience as she explained why she does not work out in the gym anymore and instead prefers other forms of exercise.

Gemma Collins was ‘traumatised’ after cruel bullies called her a ‘fat pig’ in the gym.

Gemma Collins has revealed her heartbreak over being secretly filmed working out at the gym by trolls who posted the clip on Facebook saying: "Look at this fat pig."

GEMMA Collins has spoken about her devastation at being secretly filmed working out at the gym by trolls who posted the footage on Facebook saying: "Look at this fat pig." The 39-year-old reality star told fans about the nightmare of seeing the cruel comments, calling the experience "really traumatic". Speaking on the latest edition of her BBC show The Gemma Collins Podcast, she explained why workouts at the gym weren't for her any more.

Gemma Collins sent her fans wild as she stripped to a satin red bra underneath an unbuttoned white shirt while isolating by herself.

GEMMA Collins clearly suits isolation as the blonde bombshell smoulders for a sultry shot in a sexy red bra. The 39-year-old has been maintaining her healthy eating and exercise regime in lockdown and appeared slimmer than ever for her latest snap.

Gemma Collins believes the country needs her during the coronavirus lockdown.

Gemma Collins is not someone who should be made to wait and she was not shy in admonishing her manager for making her do so.

The Only Way Is Essex's James "Arg" Argent has pulled on his followers' heartstrings with a touching message to his girlfriend, Gemma "The GC" Collins.

GEMMA Collins was left red-faced at a recent awards do appearance after her glamorous dress split open. Gemma, 31, suffered the epic wardrobe malfunction as she arrived for the Prince's Trust Awards in March, and of course the moment was captured for her new show.

James "Arg" Argent tugged heartstrings when he posted a message to Gemma Collins.

James 'Arg' Argent has posted an adorable tribute to his girlfriend Gemma Collins as they isolate apart amid the coronavirus pandemic.The 32 year old, who recently unveiled his impressive weight loss with before-and-after snaps, took to his Instagram Feed to share a loved-up picture of himself and the GC in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.The photo sees Gemma wearing a bright pink long-sleeved top with a white beret as she wraps one arm around her other half while James, in turn, leans in to kiss her. Clearly missing the 39 year old, who recently showed off her curves in a throwback photo, he captioned it: "Lockdown absolutely sucks without you GC.

Gemma Collins has compared herself to Marilyn Monroe entertaining the troops throughout World War II ahead of her reality TV show Diva In Lockdown, which airs tonight. During a Q&A session, the 39 year old explained that filming the series during the coronavirus pandemic was "very strange" as social distancing measures meant she didn't have a full team around her.

Worried Gemma Collins was left unable to move during lockdown after her body "swelled up".

Gemma Collins has compared herself to Marilyn Monroe ahead of the launch of her new TV programme.

Gemma Collins has revealed she was left unable to move during her time in coronavirus lockdown after her body swelled up.