The former One Direction singer, 25, revealed he's picked up Italian and sign language in a bid to keep himself entertained during coronavirus isolation.

As counter-intuitive as it sounds, experts say the coronavirus crisis - or rather, the experiences gained, and lessons learned during it - might in time give many of us a psychological boost.

Britain's most senior doctors have demanded immediate Government action to tackle soaring fatalities from Covid-19 in black and Asian communities, the Mail on Sunday can reveal.

A new trial is underway for a coronavirus vaccine is underway at Oxford University in the UK involving more than 6,000 participants that will be started by the end of next month

Figures suggest thousands of cancers are being missed every week as people with symptoms are not going to their GP. But many routine tests and treatments are also being postponed.

A new review article, from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, finds that mucosal cells are 'stiffer' in older patients due to more protein fibers, allowing coronavirus to multiply more easily.

Antigen tests are easier and cheaper to manufacture and simpler to administer because they require specific chemicals, highly-trained staff or specialized equipment unlike current tests.

Two hormone treatments used in prostate cancer patients will be available before chemotherapy, as hospitals try to keep patients away from hospitals during the coronavirus crisis.

Dermatologists have warned of five skin conditions after studying 375 patients. The most common, affecting half, was a rash of either flat or raised bumps

EVE SIMMONS: Becoming infected with coronavirus undoubtedly tops the list of current health fears for most Britons. But getting fat seems to come a close second.

One sample collected from an Arizona coronavirus patient showed a deletion of 81 genetic 'letters' that suppresses the virus's ability to fight the human immune system, also seen as SARS began to fade.

Scientific evidence suggests that people who are overweight - which two thirds of adults in the UK are - have a 39 per cent higher risk of dying if they catch the coronavirus.

An urgent review has been launched by Health Secretary Matt Hancock into whether obesity, ethnicity and gender raise the risk of death from coronavirus.

Defra confirmed it is conferring with scientists about whether wastewater can help trace the spread of the deadly infection. It could become part of the government's plan to ease Britain out of lockdown.

The president of the Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association said Britain's testing and tracing has been 'inadequate' and questions should be asked about the timing of lockdown.

Just yesterday University of Sheffield researchers claimed that a new, more infectious type of COVID-19 had been racing through Europe. But the finding was today dismissed as 'unfounded'.

The two party leaders clashed over the pandemic as they faced each other for the first time at Prime Minister's Question in the hushed surroundings of the mostly-empty House of Commons.

Health officials are introducing a voluntary healthy lifestyle and exercise program for the town of Huntington, Long Island, which includes free nutrition advice and fitness classes.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: This was a real statement win from England and Twickenham was buzzing as the crowd realised they have a team who can cause real damage at the World Cup.

The 2019 World Cup is just a week away and England will be confident going into the tournament. But who is going to win? SIR CLIVE WOODWARD predicts who could win the whole thing.

The Rugby World Cup is just round the corner and Sportsmail has everything you need to know. SIR CLIVE WOODWARD has the lowdown on every team in the tournament in Japan.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: We have often seen short-handed teams raise their game significantly, while those with a full complement can take their foot off the gas and struggle.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Everything is coming to the boil nicely and sometime soon this England side is going to produce a performance for the ages. This Saturday would be the perfect time.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I can't imagine England have ever played better on the biggest stage. I felt a huge surge of pride watching this team and admiration for how clever and skilled they were.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Many wrote off Wales's World Cup chances after their narrow victory over France last week. But now I believe they will beat South Africa to reach their first final.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: There should be no recriminations over England's defeat and performance - only learnings and a heartfelt acknowledgement of South Africa's superiority.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I must admit to just shaking my head earlier this week when Eddie Jones started talking about making England into the greatest-ever rugby team.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: It is very seldom I tip against England, if ever, as I just never see them losing at rugby. But I must confess I make France the favourites in Paris.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD WEEKLY COLUMN: The highlights reel from that game will be brief but as a former England coach who has lost in filthy conditions at Murrayfield I can assure you victory will feel sweet.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: England have taken Ireland to the cleaners twice in the past 12 months, but only one of those victories counted for a bean and that was in Dublin 12 months ago.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: It might have been a little subdued before the match but we should have known England and Wales would provide some action to perk us up. The 33-30 win for England was all action.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: When Bill Beaumont clocks back on Monday morning, it would be worth remembering that, although the official tally says 28-23, he actually won by only one vote.

M-agnificent! M-azing! M-ammoth! M-ega! M-believable! That’s five Ms for starters. In fact, let’s dispense with any cod nonsense and declare this car an absolute superstar from the get-go

About a year ago, my friend and Radio 2 colleague Vassos Alexander told me he’d placed a deposit on a car that didn’t exist. The name of that car was the Jaguar I-Pace

Everyone who laid eyes upon the Veloce went immediately gooey for two reasons. First, it’s an Alfa Romeo, plain and simple. Second, like most things Italian it’s really quite gorgeous

The new 911 GT2 RS is a vision to look at, a dream to drive, heaven to smell and irresistible to the touch – in short, it’s the best version of everything it could possibly be

DANIEL MATTHEWS: It's easy, amid the meandering monologues of Jose Mourinho, to forget there was another team in town on Wednesday night. But over 90 minutes, RB Leipzig outplayed Spurs.

The Portuguese feels that no other side in Europe is as plagued with serious injuries as Tottenham are having lost Harry Kane and Son Heung-min to hamstring and arm issues respectively.

Does anyone want to qualify for the Champions League Based on the current standings, it appears not. Chelsea have the joint-lowest total for a fourth placed side at this stage since 2003-04.

Who'd have thought Jose Mourinho would have left a legacy at Old Trafford after all? Mourinho signings Nemanja Matic and Fred have been very important in their recent success.

Luke Shaw believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has put a smile back on his face after a difficult time at Manchester United under the Norwegian's predecessor Jose Mourinho.

With Tottenham losing 3-2 to Wolves on Sunday in the Premier League and having no out-and-out strikers at his disposal, Mourinho only decided to call on the 18-year-old in injury-time.

Jose Mourinho is set to make a summer bid for Manchester United defender Chris Smalling, according to reports in Italy, as Roma haggle with United over a permanent deal for the defender.

Jose Mourinho has ruled out 'massive changes' to his Tottenham squad this summer even if they end the season without any silverware. Mourinho has only made minor adjustments so far.

Tottenham fans have hit out at Jose Mourinho on social media after he sat alone in the dugout during his side's penalty shootout defeat to Norwich, while his staff stood together on the touchline.

Jose Mourinho gave the impression of being a changed man when he strolled into the Tottenham Hotspur job back in November. But his moans and groans soon returned as the season unravelled.

What an absolute mess Tottenham Hotspur are in. Jose Mourinho's side have lost four games in a row and are in crisis, but they were in a much worse state before the Portuguese arrived.

Jamie Carragher has criticised Tanguy Ndombele, describing Tottenham's record signing as a 'YouTube player' who hasn't done enough to justify his £65million price tag.

Ahead of Spurs' second-leg against Red Bull Leipzig tonight, an omen Spurs fans won't want to hear: Jose Mourinho has never won a Champions League knockout tie after losing the first-leg at home.

Jose Mourinho has vowed to be the man who brings silverware back to Tottenham despite another injury setback which has forced him to rule out Steven Bergwijn for the rest of the season.