Steph McGovern: Channel 4 star on what she was asked to 'tone down' for BBC Breakfast

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On Thursday, due to a decrease in COVID-19 cases and higher rate of youth vaccinations, Ontario’s top doctor Dr. Kieran Moore announced schools have the green light to resume extra-curricular activities such as sports and musical practices – to which students could remove their face masks.

Bob Saget’s autopsy report showed that he had contracted COVID-19 at the time of his death. The report, which showed that he’d died from head trauma and internal injuries, also found that a test on his respiratory system showed that he was positive for COVID when he died on January 9.

RELATED: COVID-19 may make common pregnancy complications worse, study suggestsThe study bolsters evidence from small case reports and it confirms that placenta damage rather than an infection of the fetus is the likely cause of many COVID-19-related stillbirths, said Dr. Jeffery Goldstein, a pathologist at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine.He was not involved in the study, which was published Thursday in Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine.RELATED: COVID-19 vaccines could temporarily impact length of menstrual cycles, study saysDr.

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Astra Space, Inc. launched its first rocket from Florida on Thursday marking a historic milestone for the Alameda, California-based company.

HAZLETON, Pa. - DNA and a 20-year-old genealogy expert helped state police identify the man who abducted, raped and murdered a young girl in a case that rattled a Pennsylvania coal town nearly six decades ago, officials announced Thursday.State police exhumed the long-dead assailant's body last month and said his DNA precisely matched DNA left on the jacket of the victim, 9-year-old Marise Ann Chiverella, who was snatched on the morning of March 18, 1964, as she walked to school in Hazleton, about 80 miles (129 kilometers) north of Philadelphia.Her body was found that afternoon in a nearby waste coal pit. Authorities say she was raped and strangled.Police identified her killer as James Paul Forte, a bartender with a record of violent sexual assault, who died of natural causes in 1980 at age 38.

ATLANTA - While several studies already show that face masks and respirators effectively filter virus-sized particles and help reduce the spread of COVID-19 transmission, yet, another study is backing this evidence up. According to a study, published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last week, consistent use of a face mask or respirator in indoor public settings was associated with lower odds of a positive COVID-19 test. The study enrolled randomly selected California residents who had received a test result for COVID-19 between Feb. 18, 2021 and Dec.

Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan has opened up on his fears for the Queen after Prince Charles tested positive for Covid-19 just two days after seeing her. Piers said he feels "deep unease" about the news.It is the second time Charles has contracted the virus, testing positive on Thursday (February 10) morning.

Patty Hajdu says the number of COVID-19 infections in First Nations communities has begun to decline, bringing hope that the worst of the Omicron wave has passed.Hajdu says she understands why Indigenous leaders are sounding an alarm that progress could be lost in regions where provincial governments are rapidly moving to lift public health orders.“Indigenous leaders obviously are concerned,” Hajdu said during a news conference Thursday. High anxiety levels expected in Canadians wary of COVID restrictions lifting - experts Daily active case counts in Indigenous communities have declined 13.2 per cent from last week.

A study in Qatar estimates that previous COVID-19 infection imparts 56% protection against future symptomatic infection caused by the highly transmissible Omicron variant, down from about 90% for other SARS-CoV-2 strains.The study, published yesterday in the New England Journal of Medici

COVID-19 update since Sunday, the Saskatchewan government reported 5,401 provincial PCR confirmed cases and 22 new deaths between Jan. 30 and Feb.

Super Bowl this weekend. The DHS said in a bulletin sent to local and state law enforcement agencies that it has received reports that truckers are planning to "potentially block roads in major metropolitan cities" in a protest against vaccine mandates and other issues. DHS said the convoy could begin in Southern California as early as this weekend, possibly disrupting traffic around the Super Bowl, and reach Washington in March in time for the State of the Union, according to a copy of Tuesday’s bulletin obtained by The Associated Press. It said that the protest could be disruptive and tie up traffic but that there have been no calls for violence. Meanwhile, the truck blockade by Canadians protesting the country’s COVID-19 restrictions is tightening the screws on the auto industry, forcing Ford, General Motors and other car companies to shut down plants or otherwise reduce production on both sides of the U.S.

Middlesex-London Health Unit said Thursday that anyone who visits any of its vaccine clinics will be able to choose between the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines.However, the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is currently the only COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada for children aged five to 11 years old. COVID-19 vaccine and booster tracker: How many Canadians are vaccinated? The MLHU’s decision impacts all of the health unit’s mass vaccination clinics, as well as the pop-up vaccination clinics hosted by the Middlesex-London Paramedic Service and the Community Hub COVID-19 vaccination clinics in schools.Since late December, the MLHU had been prioritizing the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for people age 29 and under and providing the Moderna vaccine to clients 30 and over, citing limited supply of the Pfizer vaccine.The health unit is hoping the ability to choose will help increase vaccine availability and uptake, noting that only 51.9 per cent of eligible residents aged 18 and older had received a third dose as of Jan.

PHILADELPHIA - Investigators with the Philadelphia Police Department are offering a $20,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest in a homicide from January. According to police, the department is working to identify the people responsible for the death of an 18-year-old woman on Jan. 13, 2022.

CULPEPER, Va. - President Joe Biden on Thursday touted how his "Build Back Better" policies would limit the cost of prescription drugs and make life more affordable for U.S. families during an appearance in Virginia.Biden’s visit to the town of Culpeper, Virginia, came on the heels of the release of the U.S.

Boris Johnson ending Covid isolation rules is a "distraction" from the PM's lockdown party scandal, said Professor Devi Sridhar who is a member of the Scottish Government Covid-19 Advisory Group.

2022 Academy Awards are just over a month away and while the night is sure to be unforgettable with surprises and snubs, one thing will not be in the cards: covid-19 vaccinations.Hollywood’s biggest night won’t require COVID-19 vaccinations proof for anyone attending the event.The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, according to The Hollywood Reporter, is only asking for attendees to show a negative PCR test or a negative rapid antigen test on the day of the ceremony. Nominees, presenters and stars will gather on March 27 at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theater to celebrate the best and brightest in film.This year’s SAG Awards and Critics Choice Awards, on the other hand, will both require vaccinations.A rep for the SAG Awards (to be held on Feb.

The Queen is being monitored despite not showing any COVID-19 symptoms after her son Prince Charles contracted the virus for a second time Thursday.

Middlesex-London Health Unit reported seven deaths and 115 COVID-19 cases on Thursday, compared with three deaths and 189 cases last Thursday.The deaths involved three men and four women ranging in age from their 60s to 90s. Three were associated with long-term care.LHSC, meanwhile, is caring for 91 inpatients with COVID-19, 22 of whom are in adult critical care.As noted, LHSC is caring for 91 COVID-19 inpatients, with 22 inpatients in adult critical care.

NEW CASTLE, Del. - Delaware State Police is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that took place on Wednesday evening. According to police, the incident happened near Frenchtown Road in the area of Quigley Boulevard around 5:58 p.m. A 21-year-old woman, who has not yet been identified, was walking on the right shoulder of eastbound Rt. 273.

DARBY TOWNSHIP, Pa. - Briarcliffe Fire Company has been shut down for at least the next 30 days as Delaware County officials investigate the alleged use of racial slurs on a recent virtual meeting. The fire company, located in Darby Township will not be receiving fire calls during the suspension. The suspension comes after a Jan. 27 virtual meeting between township fire companies and commissioners about a potential consolidation. According to a letter from the Goodwill Fire Company obtained by FOX 29, following the end of the meeting, a group of people remained on the call. The letter says there was then a group of people that could be heard discussing the meeting using foul language, and identifies those involved in the conversation as members of the Briarcliffe Fire Company. The conversation, which lasted an hour and 45 minutes, allegedly included racial slurs when discussing members of other fire companies and township residents.One of the Briarcliffe Fire Company members was also accused of making a joke about, Fanta Bility, a young girl who was killed in a shooting in Sharon Hill last fall.Derogatory and otherwise offensive comments were also allegedly made about other township officials.Township officials say the incident is under investigation, and that a criminal referral is expected to be made to the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office. MORE HEADLINES:In their letter, the Goodwill Fire Company Board of directors expressed their concern for the fire companies and safety of the community. "This is not appropriate and does not belong in the township," the letter read. Darby Township officials are scheduled to speak on the issue at 2 p.m.

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia 76ers have reportedly agreed to a trade that would send Ben Simmons, Seth Curry and draft picks to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for James Harden. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports that backup center Andre Drummond will also be heading to Brooklyn as part of the deal, and the 76ers will receive Paul Millsap as part of the deal. Wojnarowski reports that the picks Philadelphia is sending to Brooklyn include an unprotected 2022 first-round pick and a protected 2027 first-round pick.Harden and Simmons have dominated trade deadline headlines in recent weeks as the disgruntled Simmons had yet to suit up for the 76ers this season. Meanwhile the Nets were caught up in the rumor mill as they faced a risk of potentially losing Harden to free agency after the season and losing him for nothing. With Thursday's trade, the Sixers pick up a former league MVP in Harden to pair with MVP candidate Joel Embiid.

Stormont's Minister for Health has said he needs to talk to other ministers before decisions can be taken about further relaxation of Northern Ireland's Covid-19 restrictions.

trucker convoy in Ottawa are spilling over onto new fronts Thursday, with police reporting “a concerted effort to flood” 911 lines, protesters mobilizing at the local airport and hackers taking aim at city council.Earlier in the day, city officials had warned of traffic disruptions at the city’s international airport as the trucker convoy encamped across the city enters its 14th day, and some members appeared to be encircling the airport.That now appears to have ended, but it remains unclear whether the group will move to a different site or return to the airport.Ottawa police had told Global News they are “aware” of the convoy’s presence at the airport and shortly after, issued a tweet warning of attempts to target emergency lines.“We are aware of a concerted effort to flood our 911 and non-emergency policing reporting line. This endangers lives and is completely unacceptable,” the police service said.“It is a crime to unnecessarily call 911 or our non-emergency number (613-236-1222).

BBC Breakfast’s weather presenter Carol Kirkwood, 57, has been keeping up with Steph McGovern’s show, following her move to Channel 4 last month.

Steph McGovern has gushed about one of her closest friends, politcal editor Robert Peston.The Steph Show favourite spoke out in a candid new interview, addressing how he aided her success.The 37-year-old first worked with the ITV star on BBC News, after she landed the role of producer.And the 59-year-old was one of the people she sought advice from when she was poached by Channel 4 during her maternity leave back in November.Steph now fronts her own series for Channel 4, after leaving BBC Breakfast last year prior to the birth of her first child.Speaking to The Telegraph's Stella Magazine, the mother-of-one said the pair just "clicked" on becoming colleagues."With Robert what you see is what you get," she commented.

After staring in her own Channel 4 show titled The Steph Show, Steph McGovern has lifted the lid on a few details of her private life.

The Steph Show host Steph McGovern, 37, has been presenting her hour-long show live from her house due to the coronavirus outbreak.Speaking to Simon Rimmer on Sunday Brunch today, she admitted she is mindful of what can be seen after gins were unintentionally advertised.Chef Simon joked that he felt as though he knew Steph’s house better than his own due to her daily episodes from her living room.He added: “I find now even when talking to you, I’m looking behind you, I’m looking at what’s on your shelves.”Steph then revealed that she has been become wary of what’s on show as she fears getting into trouble with producers.She explained: “I hosted Have I Got News for You from here, the number of gin companies that spotted their gins in the

She broke the mould as a BBC Breakfast presenter. Now she hopes her new Channel 4 show will bring some much-needed comfort to the nation

Steph McGovern returned to host Have I Got New For You yesterday, as it launched its 59th series from the stars' homes.The ex BBC Breakfast regular defended the programme, as it attempted something different due to coronavirus social-distancing rules.The hugely-popular BBC quiz show was back on screens despite the stars being unable to shoot in the studio, and it certainly split opinion.Due to the current coronavirus lockdown, team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and the presenter, 37, filmed individually from rooms in their houses.They were joined by Miles Jupp and journalist Helen Lewis, and only their heads could be seen over a still of the famous set.It was the first time HIGNFY had tried anything like that and it certainly sparked

Strictly Come Dancing professional Anton Du Beke, 53, shares three-year-old twins with his wife Hannah Summers, who he married in 2017. As the UK continue to stay at home amid the coronavirus pandemic, the dancer caught up with Steph McGovern to discuss what his family have been up to at home. Speaking on The Steph Show, he said the pair had been trying to potty train their twins Henrietta and George. He told the host: “We just had a third birthday two days ago, the twins are three.

Steph McGovern launched her self-titled Channel 4 show on Monday, but from the comfort of her own home.The Steph Show comes live from the kitchen of the former BBC Breakfast presenter, who is, like the rest of us, in isolation due to coronavirus.Despite being due to start the conventional daytime chat show in a proper studio, it hasn't stopped her from making a splash.After speaking to Alan Titchmarsh from his immaculate garden, Steph moved on to talk about some big questions posed by parents who are wondering what to do to keep their kids entertained at this trying time.Since Prime Minister Boris Johnson put the UK on lockdown with no end in sight, Steph wanted to reassure families that it's OK for their children to be bored.To back up her

Steph McGovern had to scold Matt Lucas today after he said a rude word during the live broadcast of her new Channel 4 show.

Former BBC Breakfast star Steph McGovern, 37, became a mum for the first time back in November, with her partner, whose identity is unknown. Yesterday, she launched The Steph Show on Channel 4 and admitted she had been finding it difficult to sleep.Speaking to guest Keith Lemon, real name Leigh Francis, she discussed what was trending on Twitter, before making her own admission.She said: “Something that is trending today is about sleep.“I don’t know about you, I find it difficult to sleep because I’ve got a baby and a show.“It’s general anxiety as well.

The coronavirus crisis really has brought out the best, worst and most mind-boggling in humanity... but none more so than a woman on today's first ever Steph Show.

Steph McGovern makes a welcome return to our TVs this month with her band new self-titled Channel 4 show, The Steph Show.

The coronavirus pandemic has forced Steph McGovern to present her new show directly from her swanky kitchen.

Steph McGovern's new Channel 4 offering The Steph Show has been made with widespread praise after she presented her first ever episode from her own home - and in her slippers.

Like many of us, Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden, 28, and her fiancé Benjamin Jones have been finding ways to stay occupied at home amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Steph McGovern has said it was “a bit of a shock” seeing cameras inside her house, ahead of filming her new TV show at home.

Steph McGovern has admitted that it had her scratching her head when she saw cameras in her own home.

Former BBC Breakfast star Steph McGovern will be making a return to the small-screen after recently returning from maternity leave.The business correspondent is the new host of her own Channel 4 programme.The TV presenter spoke candidly about her former BBC Breakfast colleagues' reaction when she revealed she would be leaving the show.Steph was a regular fixture on the BBC sofa alongside Dan Walker, Louise Minchin, Sally Nugent, Mike Bushell, Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt.The mum-of-one went on maternity leave last year and returned to BBC Breakfast in January but only to say an official goodbye to the programme.Speaking in an interview with Express.co.uk and other publications, Steph admitted her former colleagues were "pleased" for her

Ex-BBC Breakfast presenter Steph McGovern has a few tricks up her sleeve in case things go wrong on her new live lunchtime chat show.

Steph McGovern’s life had already been turned upside – even before the coronavirus outbreak brought the nation to a standstill.