"We may allow ourselves a brief period of rejoicing; but let us not forget for a moment the toil and efforts that lie ahead." The words of Sir Winston Churchill in a radio address to an exhausted, grieving nation on VE Day, 1945.

War had raged for almost six years - and Churchill's announcement sparked scenes of unbridled joy. His sentiment rings true today with the evil threat of coronavirus.

But despite the lockdown, the public will safely mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day on Friday. The announcement that war in Europe had ended was broadcast to the people in a radio communique the day before, on May 7, 1945.

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Vanessa Hudgens fumbles through challenging tongue twisters in a tie-dye sports bra: 'I give up'

Vanessa Hudgens kept herself entertained by playing with Instagram filters and hilariously impersonating a child on TikTok on Tuesday.While baring her taut midriff in a rainbow-hued sports bra, the 31-year-old High School Musical alum attempted three tough tongue twisters with one of Instagram's latest filters.Similar to the app's 'Gibberish' filter, which challenges users to decode a random sentence in just a few seconds, the actress raced tocorrectly recite the series of words that are difficult to say aloud.

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Mama June's daughter Anna Cardwell celebrates Mother's Day in Georgia with daughters

Mama June's daughter Anna Cardwell spent Mother's Day with her daughters Kaitlynn and Kylee in their native Georgia on Sunday.The reality star, 25, was seen posing with Kaitlynn, seven, and Kylee, four, while posing with a card they gave her as they kissed her on the cheek.Cardwell, who recently underwent procedures on her teeth and breast implants, showed off her new smile as she donned an olive green shirt while posing with her adorable offspring.

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As workers return to work, how can businesses make sure they're safe?

People across Greater Manchester will start the slow return to work today as the government begins its easing of lockdown restrictions.

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Solskjaer recruitment has given Manchester United an unlikely edge

The future of this Premier League campaign remains uncertain, with football in England still on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Martin Lewis explains what furlough scheme extension means for all workers

The UK Government’s furlough scheme, currently supporting 7.5 million jobs, will be extended until the end of October, although employers will be expected to pick up a share of the bill from August as the economy hopefully reopens.

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UK economy shrinks 2% due to coronavirus crisis in worst fall since 2008

The UK economy shrank by 2% in the first quarter of 2020 as the coronavirus crisis saw activity contract at a record pace in March, official figures have shown.

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Robert De Niro says Trump ‘doesn’t care how many people die’ from coronavirus

Hollywood star Robert De Niro has reopened his feud with Donald Trump and said the president “doesn’t care” how many people die from coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Calgary bar brings celebrations to patrons amid closure

They expected to spread a little joy and to bring some attention to their restaurant during the COVID-19 lockdown — but what staff at Calgary’s Greta Bar didn’t expect was that by giving, they too would get something back.

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Bruno Fernandes 'like Cristiano Ronaldo' and 'can't talk' when he loses

Bruno Fernandes is 'just like Cristiano Ronaldo ' and cannot bear to lose.

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Michelle Keegan has 'turned down Celebrity Juice and Strictly Come Dancing'

Michelle Keegan has reportedly turned down the chance to be Strictly Come Dancing's "dream signing."

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Hollywood celebrities' law firm used by Madonna and Robert De Niro hit by hackers

A law firm used by some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry including Madonna, Robert De Niro and Bruce Springsteen has been targeted by hackers.

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Out Of Touch? Will Anyone Care About Celebrities In A Post-Coronavirus World?

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Coronavirus: Calgary bar brings celebrations to patrons amid closure

Greta Bar staff have been donating their time and talent to make cakes and assemble gift bags to bring to worthy Calgarians who have been nominated by others to receive a little bit of joy during isolation. Deb Matejicka reports.

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A registered nurse working in a London, Ont., long-term care home has died due to COVID-19.

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Robert De Niro slams Trump saying he 'doesn't care how many die' from coronavirus

Robert De Niro has taken aim at Donald Trump as he reopened his feud with the president, saying he "doesn't care" how many people die from coronavirus.

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Ariel Winter Helps Celebrate Boyfriend Luke Benward’s 25th Birthday With Drive-By Party — Watch

Ariel Winter proved to be the most thoughtful girlfriend when it came to boyfriend Luke Benward‘s 25th birthday on May 12. Since gatherings of over 10 people aren’t permitted in California due to the coronavirus lockdown, she made sure the actor still had a memorable celebration of turning the quarter century mark. The 22-year-old had all of their pals do a drive-by past her house where they could wave, show their love, and even receive Krispy Kreme donuts as a thank-you from the birthday boy.

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2nd Cargill employee to die from COVID-19 ‘humble, gentle family man’

The second worker from High River’s Cargill meat-processing plant to die due to COVID-19 is leaving behind a grieving wife and three young children.

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Despite cancellation of PNE, the 2020 prize home is still up for grabs

Fair-goers will not be getting the chance to tour the 2020 PNE prize home this year due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, but tickets to win the home are still available.

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Jason Manford selling off ten-home property empire to pay for costly divorce — and he’s already banked £3m

COMEDIAN Jason Manford is selling off his ten-home property empire — to pay for his costly divorce. He has already sold eight of them, banking more than £3million which will help him settle the bill for his 2017 legal split from first wife Catherine.

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Michelle Keegan has ruled out Strictly Come Dancing AND Holly Willoughby’s Celebrity Juice job after both targeted her

OUR Girl star Michelle Keegan has dashed Strictly bosses’ hopes of being their “dream signing” by ruling out appearing in the next series. The former Corrie star, 32, has been seen as the BBC1 show’s “number one choice” for several years — but taking to the dance floor is not on her agenda.

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Katie Price celebrates three months of sobriety after checking into The Priory before lockdown

Katie Price has been sober for three months and labelled it the ‘most empowering feeling in the world’.

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Man Utd 'very close' to securing Saul Niguez transfer for half the price of release clause

Manchester United are reportedly nearing a deal to sign Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez, with the financial impact of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic forcing the La Liga side to cut their asking price.

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Henry Golding takes his rescue dog Stella for a walk... after the pit bull attacked another dog

Henry Golding stepped out with his foster dog Stella on Tuesday.The Crazy Rich Asians actor looked like he was smitten with the pup, seen scratching her under her chin while the duo made their way around the neighborhood.Henry, 33, was dressed down for the outing, clad in Adidas running shorts, flip-flops, and an olive green jacket. Dog days: Henry Golding took his foster dog Stella for a walk around his LA neighborhood on TuesdayHe topped off the look with a matching green hat and a bandanna protecting his face.Golding and Stella looked like they had quite the bond during their jaunt.

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Florida’s unemployed fear new issues with unemployment system due to increase in demand

Jobless Floridians wishing to receive unemployment benefits must now log on to the state’s unemployment website every two weeks to affirm they are still unemployed, a requirement that has some fearing a repeat of computer problems that originally plagued the benefit application process.

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Simon Cowell lands his son Eric a voiceover job in new Scooby Doo film SCOOB!

Simon Cowell ’s son Eric is already a movie star – after the pair both landed parts in the first ever Scooby-Doo film called SCOOB!.

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Broadway Shutdown Extended Until at Least Labor Day

The shutdown on Broadway has been extended again — until at least early September.

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Cuban actress Ana de Armas and actor/director Ben Affleck are definitely one of Hollywood’s most sought after celebrity couples. From the moment that the news of their possible romance broke, fans of both everywhere have been watching their social media feeds for pictures of the two sharing special moments together. The Knives Out actress has been recently seen wearing a beautiful pendant that has a half heart hanging from it, adding to fans’ speculations of who might be wearing the other half. Many pointing to her current beau Ben — and it seems that fans were correct! On a recent outing, the Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice actor was seen sporting the other half of Ana’s pendant (#allthefeels).

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Canada Day celebration at Government House in Regina cancelled, other events up in air

While it’s not clear what Canada Day celebrations will look like in Regina this year due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, there is at least one event cancelled.

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Tiolúwani Aderibigbe recently finished an undergraduate degree in global development at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ont.

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Many Call Centers, Other Employers Hiring Americans With Disabilities Due To COVID-19 Pandemic’s Effect On Economy.

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Govt claims testing scaled up to 100,000 samples a day

The Centre is now ramping up the surveillance for SARI/ILI cases in covid-affected and non-affected districts

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Molly-Mae Hague moans about missing lavish getaways as 'summer is cancelled'

Molly-Mae Hague whined about missing her lavish getaways due to the coronavirus.

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Antonio Valencia still hoping for Manchester United testimonial match

Antonio Valencia has spoken of his hope that his planned testimonial match will still happen as he reflected on his Manchester United career a year after his departure.

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Emotional moment football star's dad leaves critical care after 51 days...he has thanked 'wonderful' Manchester NHS staff

Footage has been shared of the emotional moment footballer Adam Clayton's dad was clapped out of ICU at North Manchester General Hospital after falling seriously ill with coronavirus.

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Jimmy Kimmel Apologizes for Edited Mike Pence Video, Calls Social Media Outrage "Disgusting"

Jimmy Kimmel apologized for mocking Vice President Mike Pence, though not without cracking a few jokes. "This was probably the strangest Mother's Day ever, especially for me," the host said as he kicked off Monday's episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! "I spent some of my Mother's Day in a Twitter feud with, well, you know that weird baby that lives in the White House? The one with the orange face? Well, he is in a mood! And apparently part of the reason for that mood is something I did." The ABC host explained that he previously aired an edited segment that featured Pence delivering medical supplies to a Virginia health care center.

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Seven nations confer on means to prevent future health crises

NEW DELHI : Collaboration among countries to prevent future global health crises, the need for transparency, the importance of a rules-based international order, and the post covid-19 world order were among the issues discussed by foreign ministers of India, the US, Japan, Australia, Israel, Brazil and South Korea during a meeting by videoconference on Monday.

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Man City evening headlines as key FC Barcelona figure wants Guardiola return

Here are the Manchester City evening headlines on Tuesday, May 12.

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Coronavirus outbreak: White House says states should still follow phased approach despite Trump urging reopening

Asked about President Donald Trump urging states earlier this week to reopen their economies, despite Dr. Anthony Fauci stressing doing so without following guidelines could lead to more outbreaks, White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany said Trump is advising people to follow the guidelines.

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Cannes Is Empty, The Day The Film Festival Should Have Begun

The stars stayed home, their beach backdrop is closed and the prestigious grounds of the Cannes Film Festival have been repurposed as a homeless shelter.

Vande Bharat progresses with largest number of flights on Day 6

A dozen flights were expected to bring more stranded Indians back home on Tuesday, the sixth day of the Vande Bharat mission, according to the government. Meanwhile, a naval vessel docked at Kochi with a group of 202 people from the Maldives.

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‘Rise Up New York’ Virtual Telethon Raises Over $115 Million For COVID-19 Relief Efforts With The Help Of Multiple Celebrities

Last night, the nonprofit organization Robin Hood New York teamed up with iHeart Radio and held their virtual telethon to raise money to help those who have been affected by the coronavirus within the New York area. The telethon featured some big names including Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, Spike Lee, Alicia Keys, Barbara Streisand, Robert De Niro, and many other A-list celebrities, who lent their voices and talent for the cause.

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FA stance on Premier League would 'confirm Liverpool as champions'

Liverpool seem set to be crowned Premier League champions after the Football Association refused to sanction either the season being voided or scrapping relegation.

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Bundesliga is back with the Jadon Sancho vs Rabbi Matondo derby - live on TV

A couple of Manchester City old boys will go head to head this weekend, in real competitive football - live on our TV screens.

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The coronavirus death toll has risen again in Greater Manchester

A further 18 people have died after testing positive for coronavirus in Greater Manchester's hospitals.

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Moussa Dembele prefers Manchester United move over Chelsea and more transfer rumours

Manchester United are the front runners in the chase for Lyon striker Moussa Dembele, according to reports.

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