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'Brilliant' secondary school teacher dies from Covid just two days after Christmas

Tributes have poured in for an "inspirational" secondary school teacher and beloved father-of-three who died of Covid just two days after Christmas.

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UK coronavirus death toll soars by 964 with record 55,892 cases reported

The UK's coronavirus death toll has increased by 964, with a record high 55,892 cases recorded in the last day.

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'Worrying' Covid surge over Christmas across England but cases among children falling

There has been a "worrying" surge in coronavirus cases across England but infection rates among young children are falling, new official data shows.

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Shutting all schools still might not be enough to control 'mutant' Covid, SAGE fears

Even if England shut every school, it still might not be enough to keep the new ‘mutant’ Covid strain under control, experts fear.

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John Bishop getting stronger amid Covid battle as he vows to return to work in January

John Bishop has assured fans that coronavirus is not taking him down.

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Fury at schools chaos with Covid rates higher in some areas where they are staying open

Parents, teachers and local leaders have expressed confusion and anger over the announcement that some primary schools will open later than planned.

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Covid test waiting times soar as virus surges to 232,169 cases in a week

Waiting times for coronavirus test results have exploded over the Christmas period as the virus surges in England.

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Gemma Collins fans send support over dad's Covid battle after she vanishes for 5 days

Gemma Collins' fans have been sending messages of support to her after she disappeared from social media while her beloved dad battles coronavirus.

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NHS nurse who came out of retirement to help during pandemic 'delighted' to get New Year's Honour

An NHS nurse who came out of retirement to help during the coronavirus pandemic has said she is "delighted" to be named in this year's New Year Honours.

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Mark Wright says his closest friends and family have Covid and warns variant is 'rife'

Mark Wright says some of his closest friends and family members are currently suffering from coronavirus.

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US hits new record for deadliest day again after 3,903 coronavirus death in 24 hours

The US has hit another new deadliest day record, as yesterday saw 3,903 added to the country's coronavirus death toll.

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Nurse tests positive for Covid-19 eight days after getting first vaccine dose

A nurse tested positive for Covid-19 days after receiving the first of two doses of the Pfizer vaccine, according to reports.

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Coronavirus "ate through" healthy teen who died days after getting headache

A teenage girl with no underlying health issues died of coronavirus just days after complaining of headaches.

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New Year Honours list 2021 in full - Lewis Hamilton, Craig David and Covid heroes

Seven-time Formula One winner Lewis Hamilton and actress Sheila Hancock lead a rollcall of stars of screen, music and sport receiving gongs in the New Year Honours List.

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Mum, 35, describes less common Covid symptoms which left her feeling like a pensioner

A mum-of-three was left bedridden at Christmas and "feeling like a pensioner" after she was struck down by coronavirus.

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AE doctor risks life on coronavirus frontline - while he needs liver transplant

A brave frontline doctor who is continuing to care for patients as he waits for a life-saving liver transplant has launched a “desperate” £250,000 fundraising appeal.

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Dawn Wells dead: Gilligan's Island star dies of coronavirus aged 82

Actress Dawn Wells has died at the age of 82.

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Tottenham left furious after Fulham clash postponed at 11th hour amid Covid chaos

Tottenham have been left furious after the Premier League postponed their clash with Fulham less than three hours before kick-off.

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Which primary schools will close? Full list of 50 Covid hotspot areas which will shut to most pupils

Large swathes of London and the Home Counties are among the coronavirus hotspots in England where primary schools will remain closed to most pupils following the end of the festive break next week.

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EFL clubs to undergo coronavirus testing ahead of FA Cup amid spike in cases

EFL clubs will undergo a full round of coronavirus tests next week to help save the FA Cup.

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Heat maps show spread of new Covid variant - with 'sobering' Christmas impact to come

These worrying heat maps reveal how and where the new, more infectious variant of Covid-19 has been spreading out of control in the UK.

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Man City vs Chelsea set for green light after no new positive Covid-19 cases

Manchester City have returned no new positive Covid-19 cases – meaning Sunday's game at Chelsea is set to go ahead.

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Dani Dyer says she had a Holby City audition before coronavirus lockdown hit

Dani Dyer has revealed how she was supposed to be auditioning for a part in Holby City before the coronavirus pandemic sent the country into lockdown in March.

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People with disabilities feel they've been forgotten during pandemic, research shows

Two thirds of people living with a disability think they've been forgotten about during the pandemic, according to new research.

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Coronavirus: Parts of England could be stuck in Tier 4 until April, Boris Johnson warns

Large parts of the country could be in Tier 4 for months, the Prime Minister has warned.

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Primary schools shut in coronavirus hotspots and secondary return delayed

Some of England's primary schools will be shut in coronavirus hotspots - while secondary school pupils will now go back a week later than planned.

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John Bishop details horrific Covid symptoms after being struck down on Christmas Day

Comedian John Bishop and his wife have both tested positive for Covid-19.

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Doctor says hospitals 'days away' from choosing who lives and who dies with Covid

The NHS could face the "horrendous" task of having to choose who receives potentially life-saving treatment amid an increasing number of hospitals being overwhelmed with Covid-19 patients.

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UK coronavirus hospital deaths rise by 556 ahead of crucial tiers announcement

The UK's coronavirus death toll in hospitals has risen by 556 as millions more in England face being plunged into Tier 4.

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Sophie Kasaei accused of flouting Covid-19 rules with family Christmas celebrations

Sophie Kasaei has been accused of breaking lockdown rules when she appeared to mix at least three households during her Christmas celebrations.

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'Exhausted' NHS staff treating 'unimaginable' number of Covid patients as hospitals full

A doctor helping in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic on the front line has shared an urgent plea to the public, amid a surge in daily cases and hospitalisations.

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Selena Gomez says Facebook is responsible for Covid deaths until it stops fake news

Selena Gomez has blasted Facebook, saying the social media networking site will be "responsible for thousands of deaths" if they don't tackle fake news.

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Premier League managers in disagreement over two-week Covid 'circuit breaker' plans

Premier League bosses are divided over talks to implement a two-week ‘circuit breaker’ into the already hectic fixture shcedule.

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Spain setting up register to log people who refuse to have coronavirus vaccine

Spanish citizens who refuse to be vaccinated against coronavirus will be added to a register which will be shared with other EU nations, the health minister has said.

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No Tier 5 or national lockdown today, Matt Hancock confirms despite Covid surge

Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday that the UK will not be plunged back into a national lockdown - after ruling out an even stricter Tier 5.

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Things to look forward to in 2021 - including Covid vaccine rollout and Friends reunion

With the new year upon us, many people will be thrilled to say goodbye to 2020, a time we all wish we could forget in a hurry.

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Lord Alan Sugar's sister Shirley dies from Covid-19 - 2 weeks after his brother

Lord Alan Sugar's sister Shirley has sadly died at the age of 88 after battling Covid-19, The Apprentice star has confirmed.

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Dua Lipa's boyfriend Anwar Hadid insists he's not anti-vax after refusing Covid jab

Anwar Hadid has denied being an anti-vaxxer after saying he'd refuse to get the coronavirus injection.

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Essex authorities declare major incident as coronavirus cases overtake first wave

Local authorities in Essex have declared a "major incident" as the number of coronavirus cases threatens to overwhelm health services in the county.

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Husband and wife die 10 days apart as whole family catches Covid-19 after haircut

A husband and wife of 59 years died 10 days apart after their whole family caught coronavirus following a pre-Christmas haircut.

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Put England in third coronavirus lockdown now to stop 'catastrophe', say experts

England is entering its worst moment of the Covid-19 crisis and should immediately be plunged into a third national lockdown, a group of scientists has warned.

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Coronavirus: 16 areas at risk of Tier 4 as Boris Johnson holds crisis meeting

These are the latest coronavirus infection rates for every local authority in England as more cities and towns are set to be moved into Tier 4.

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Kirstie Allsopp slams cocaine-using celebrities for 'judging' Covid rule-breakers

Kirstie Allsopp has had her say on "hypocritical" celebs giving their verdict on Covid rule breakers.

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Man City fear fixture pile-up as they wait on more coronavirus results

Manchester City fear their season could be derailed today with further positive cases of Covid-19 among their players and staff.

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Fit Brits motivated by the pandemic kept exercise resolutions going all year

Brits went on a fitness drive in 2020 with millions maintaining their regime for the entire year - driven by a desire to stay fit during a global pandemic.

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Grace Victory's boyfriend heartbreakingly says baby son is 'waiting' as she battles Covid

The boyfriend of YouTube star Grace Victory has taken to social media to share a heartbreaking plea as the new mum lies in a coma.

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UK coronavirus cases rise by record 53,000 as calls for tougher lockdown grow

The UK's coronavirus death toll has risen by 414 in the past 24 hours, with a new record high of 53,135 new cases in one day.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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