LOCKDOWN is a difficult time for many with Britons forced to relinquish many freedoms, but those who love a weekly pub quiz have no need to fret.

HIGH blood pressure is an ominous threat because it marks the first stage in a sequence of events that could lead to cardiovascular complications. To ward off the threat, it is important to start your day with a cereal that keeps your reading in check.

LOCKDOWN has turned many people into quiz fans and for those compiling quizzes here are some book-related questions for your home pub quiz.

TESCO, Asda, Sainsbury's and Waitrose customers are among those being warned of an urgent product recall, because an item which has been sold by the aforementioned retailers is at risk of potentially containing small pieces of metal.

Dan Ashworth has called for a major revolution of English football following the coronavirus pandemic.

Manchester United fans are desperate to see Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes play together at Old Trafford.

Manchester United are hoping to get one over their old boss Jose Mourinho.

The Scottish Cup last-16 fixtures will kick off a minute late in a bid to promote mental health awareness.

All the latest rumours and gossip coming out of Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan has called on the Premier League to scrap the season.

Leeds United legend Trevor Cherry has died suddenly aged 72.

The Premier League and the EFL have been urged to end the season with league winners and promotion but no relegation.

Lewis Hamilton rocked up ready to have a crack at riding a MotoGP bike but was told it was too early.

Sebastian Vettel is out of contract later this year but Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto is eager to keep hold of him.

Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen have enjoyed some interesting battles over the years.

In these unprecedented times, we have published the following open letter thanking those working in the meat industry for their co-operation.

DONALD Trump could see his hopes of re-election this November go up in smoke as economists warn the crippling unemployment rate the coronavirus pandemic has caused in the US could remain in double-digits well into 2021.

GEORGE GALLOWAY has claimed the circumstances that set off the First World War could be repeating themselves in 2020, as he warned of a conflict between the US and China.

POPE BENEDICT is "making Francis' life a misery" as rumours of a major row between the two Vatican titans continue to boil, an expert has warned.

KIM JONG-UN is building a massive facility outside the capital Pyongyang, satellite images have shown, suggesting he is planning to beef up his stockpile of nuclear weapons.

GLENN MILLER mysteriously disappeared several months before VE Day - but one expert claims his death was due to determination to win World War 2.

VLADIMIR PUTIN appeared to mock the EU in an eye-opening documentary, claiming Russia is "the only independent nation" whereas countries depending on the bloc become weak and "unpredictable".

SCIENTISTS believe the coronavirus pandemic could have started as early as October and participants at the Military World Games, held in Wuhan that month, could have unwittingly helped transmit the lethal virus around the world.

TWO of Germany's local authorities will bring back certain lockdown measures in some areas following an increase in infections after the government's easing of restrictions.

EVEN the best part of a week on, the incredible arrogance and disrespect towards the Queen from the Sussexes continues to reverberate.

TEXTILES: brace yourselves. We have a new hate crime on our books.

IS THERE any topic in the entire world that Britain is incapable of turning into a matter of class?

MY mother was born in 1928 and grew up in Kent.

WEEK TWO and we're all going feral. And we're facing challenges that would not have even occurred to us 10 short days ago. And one of them is this. In order to stop us from going actually insane under lockdown, we're all being told to host parties online. Here are a few hints.

THERE must be an upside to this, yes? Time to read War And Peace, learn a new language, or discover previously unknown aptitudes such as the ability to paint? Face it, you'll never have an opportunity like this again. But this, alas, is what a real day of self-betterment looks like. Leap out of bed at the crack of noon.

SO enough with the panic buying, already. Now that we're all settling down into quarantine and accepting that the new normal is going to be never seeing anyone, ever again, now is the time to reflect on the last few weeks. And what the last few weeks have revealed to me is that the contents of my cupboards have changed beyond all comprehension.

WEEK five, or is it six, if anyone's still counting, and yet another fiercely competitive trend in social isolating has emerged.

WEEK 190 and as life continues to change before our very eyes, a new way of showing off has emerged. We have moved on from the Zoom drinks party to the Zoom dinner party, which gives you the opportunity to prove to your tragic suburban friends that not only do you have the most exotic ingredients in your kitchen cabinets, but that you are also the best cook.

THE entire world is in the middle of a terrible pandemic. Everyone is worried sick both about catching it and the long-term effects of putting the global economy in the deep freeze. People are concerned about jobs, health, the wellbeing of elderly relatives.

The Virtual Grand National takes place today and Express Sport is on hand with the full list of runners and riders.

Potters Corner triumphed at the Virtual Grand National with an explosive finish in a boost to the NHS.

Champion jockey Frankie, 49, looks back at his favourite festival on the horse-racing calendar, Royal Ascot

UNIVERSAL CREDIT claims have surged in recent weeks, as Britons have begun to feel the impact of the coronavirus crisis. How do earnings affect payments?

GEORGE SOROS made a chilling warning about the state of global markets in 2012 that has fresh relevance today as world leaders grapple with the unprecedented challenge of rebuilding the post-coronavirus economy.

Emiliano Sala was tragically killed in January 2019 in a plane crash over the British channel.

Peter Whittingham's death has taken the world of football by shock.

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THE QUEEN has one of the most extensive jewellery collections in the world, and is particularly noted for her tiaras. The Belgian Sapphire is a particular favourite of Her Majesty's - and it has a scandalous former royal owner.

LASH extensions may be a distant memory for some as the UK lockdown continues and salons remain closed. But there are ways to give yourself longer lashes at home if you're missing the fuller flutter.

QUEEN ELIZABETH II has ruled Britain for nearly 70 years, and many of us cannot remember a time when she was not on the throne. And during her long reign, one item in particular has become synonymous with the monarch.

THE iconic gown Princess Diana wore to a state banquet at the White House in 1985 is currently being held in quarantine.

KATE MIDDLETON, 38, wowed fans by appearing in a video with a new mother and midwives. The Duchess of Cambridge did so ahead of UK's Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week.

PRINCESS ANNE, 69, appeared in a video on the Royal Family Instagram to celebrate the International Day of the Midwife. A video of the Princess Royal, the Queen's only daughter, was posted to the IGTV of the account.

KATE MIDDLETON wore a yellow dress with a tree-inspired pattern on This Morning today. The 38-year-old mum of three spoke about her new project.

THE QUEEN addressed the nation as part of VE Day celebrations today, and Her Majesty wore her Aquamarine Clip Brooches, making a sweet nod to her father, who gave her the jewellery.