an Charles and Camilla join mass applause in fifth week of 'Clap for our Carers' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T18:03:00Z Charles and Camilla joined mass applause across the UK in the fifth week of "Clap for our Carers". Full Article
an Earth's insect population shrinks by more than a quarter in 30 years, researchers say By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T19:25:52Z Earth's insect population has shrunk by 27 per cent in the past 30 years, researchers have found. Full Article
an First people injected as UK starts human trials for coronavirus vaccine By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T20:31:46Z The first people have been injected as the UK starts human trials for a coronavirus vaccine. Full Article
an Matt Hancock praises Muslims missing Ramadan celebrations during coronavirus lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T20:56:05Z Matt Hancock has praised Muslims across the UK for making changes to how they mark Ramadan due to the coronavirus lockdown. Full Article
an New stamps mark 75th anniversary of end of Second World War By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T01:09:16Z A new set of stamps is being issued to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Full Article
an London's air quality has 'dramatically improved' amid coronavirus lockdown, says Sadiq Khan By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T16:07:00Z London's air quality has "dramatically improved" due to the drop in traffic amid the coronavirus lockdown, Sadiq Khan has said. Full Article
an Trump bizarrely suggests injecting disinfectant as coronavirus treatment before experts quickly debunk claim By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T06:02:00Z Donald Trump has told a coronavirus press conference that the idea of injecting Covid-19 patients with disinfectant "sounds interesting to me". Full Article
an Boris Johnson 'planning return to work as soon as Monday' as he continues coronavirus recovery By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T05:33:00Z Boris Johnson is reportedly planning to return to work as soon as next Monday to take back control of the coronavirus crisis. Full Article
an Meghan Markle privacy claim case against Mail on Sunday kicks off with first court hearing By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T06:50:00Z Meghan wrote in her letter: 'Your actions have broken my heart into a million pieces' Full Article
an BBC's Big Night In raises £27m for charity as Chancellor Rishi Sunak says Government will match all donations By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T07:13:00Z Some of Britain's most famous faces united to entertain the nation as part of BBC One's Big Night In , which raised more than £27 million to help support vulnerable people during the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
an Fears coronavirus has caused heart and stroke patients to shun hospitals By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T08:22:48Z Doctors today raised "real concern" following a fall in London patients seeking hospital care for heart attack and stroke symptoms. Full Article
an Liverpool woman reunited with her lost pet parrot Chanel after video goes viral By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T08:27:00Z The footage of Chanel's "mam" Sandra has been viewed nearly 600,000 times Full Article
an Peak travel curbs likely on bus and Tube after lockdown as Transport for London puts 7,000 staff on furlough By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T09:12:00Z An Olympic-style plan to prevent buses and Tube trains getting overcrowded is being drawn up to help London come out of lockdown, it can be revealed today. Full Article
an Do NOT try injecting disinfectant as coronavirus treatment, Dettol warns following Donald Trump suggestion By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T09:54:00Z Disinfectants must never be injected, the company which makes Dettol has stressed, after Donald Trump mused on its potential as a treatment for coronavirus. Full Article
an Ramadan begins for Muslims around the world under coronavirus lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T07:19:00Z Muslims around the world have begun the month long fasting period of Ramadan as many countries remain under coronavirus lockdown. Full Article
an Matt Hancock says it's 'still too soon' to lift lockdown measures as he hints at Boris Johnson return to work By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T10:32:00Z Matt Hancock has responded to growing frustration at the Government's refusal to offer a coronavirus lockdown exit strategy by insisting it is "still too soon" to think about lifting measures. Full Article
an Captain Tom Moore delighted after The Weeknd backs veteran in chart battle - but appears not to know who singer is By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T10:32:26Z War veteran Captain Tom Moore, who has raised millions for the NHS by walking lengths of his garden, has thanked The Weeknd for his "kind gesture" after the singer urged his fans to support the 99-year-old's single. Full Article
an France 'likely to say masks must be worn on transport' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T10:09:00Z France is "very likely" to make face masks compulsory on busy trains and buses, a minister indicated today. Full Article
an Anger as people crowd together to clap NHS on Westminster Bridge for second week running By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T07:46:00Z Footage of Londoners gathered on Westminster Bridge to applaud the NHS have prompted backlash amid fears lockdown rules have been broken for the second week running. Full Article
an Chester Zoo to host pool party for elephants in series of live virtual tours By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T10:59:02Z Elephants at Chester Zoo will be treated to a pool party in this week's virtual tour of the attraction which is currently closed to the public during the coronavirus lockdown. Full Article
an Burberry donates more than 100,000 pieces of PPE after transforming Yorkshire trench coat factory By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T11:24:53Z Burberry said it has donated more than 100,000 pieces of PPE in line with its commitments to support relief efforts during the global health emergency. Full Article
an Canada shooting erupted after domestic dispute between gunman and his girlfriend, police official says By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T11:41:46Z Canada's worst mass shooting started as a domestic dispute between the gunman and his girlfriend, who survived the attack, a police official has said. Full Article
an Wales steals march on lockdown but Matt Hancock says ours must stay By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T10:23:00Z Full Article
an Meghan Markle claims Mail on Sunday 'exploited' her father and 'caused' rift between them as privacy case begins By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T10:26:00Z Mr White also took issue with the duchess's allegation that the publisher "acted dishonestly" when deciding which parts of her letter to her father to publish. Full Article
an Four more tigers and three lions test positive for coronavirus at US Bronx Zoo By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T12:42:31Z A further four tigers and three lions have tested positive for coronavirus at the Bronx Zoo after a four-year-old Malaysian tiger contracted the disease earlier this month. Full Article
an UK coronavirus death toll at least 5,000 higher than hospital reports, new figures show By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T14:15:00Z The true number of deaths linked to coronavirus in the UK is at least 5,000 higher than those reported from hospitals, new figures show. Full Article
an Camilla: I've really been missing my grandchildren during the coronavirus lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T14:40:39Z The Duchess of Cornwall says she is missing seeing and hugging her grandchildren during the coronavirus lockdown. Full Article
an More than 16 per cent of coronavirus victims in England from BAME communities, data shows By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T19:37:00Z Follow our live coronavirus updates here Full Article
an Food For London Now: Olivia Colman joins us on the delivery round to see the crucial work feeding the vulnerable By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T09:49:00Z You can donate here virginmoneygiving.com/fund/FoodforLondonNOW Full Article
an Olivia Colman: I salute the volunteer army helping to feed the most vulnerable as part of the Food For London Now appeal By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T09:48:00Z You can donate here virginmoneygiving.com/fund/FoodforLondonNOW Full Article
an Piers Morgan takes Government to task over VAT charges on PPE for care homes during coronavirus crisis By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-14T09:34:00Z Read our live updates on coronavirus HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
an Trials of drones delivering medical supplies during coronavirus pandemic to begin next week By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T15:02:00Z Trials of drones delivering medical supplies amid the coronavirus pandemic will begin next week, Grant Shapps announced at today's Downing Street press conference. Full Article
an London's hospitals discharge thousands of virus patients By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T10:04:00Z The Royal Free London, which runs one of the capital's two specialist infectious disease units, announced this week that 517 patients had been discharged home, thanks to the care of "heroic staff". More than 100 more have left the hospital for "step-down" rehabilitation. Kate Slemeck, chief executive of the Royal Free Hospital, said: "Our staff tell us that seeing patients go home gives a great feeling of positivity and pleasure. Full Article
an Dr Jenny Harries warns off 'injecting anything' after Donald Trump's disinfectant comments By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T16:18:00Z England's deputy chief medical officer has warned people off "injecting anything" into their bodies after Donald Trump commented on the potential of disinfectant being used to treat coronavirus. Full Article
an Ministers 'warned to prepare for pandemic last year', according to leaked document By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T17:03:00Z Ministers were reportedly warned to prepare for a pandemic virus last year, according to a leaked document. Full Article
an Grant Shapps denies coronavirus test website crashed as essential workes applied for screenings By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T17:21:40Z But speaking at the daily Covid-19 Downing Street press conference, Mr Shapps revealed that there was popular demand for the test slots with 16,000 people registering on Friday morning alone. Around 5,000 also got home test kits. While around 46,000 had tried to apply through the site. Full Article
an Stunning images captured by the Hubble Telescope's to mark its 30th anniversary By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T17:17:00Z These stunning images show some of the mesmerising sights captured by the Hubble Telescope during its 30 years of observing space. Full Article
an Man, 44, charged with attempted murder after officers link him to three stabbings in London By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T19:55:00Z A 44-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after being allegedly linked to three stabbings in north London. Full Article
an Donald Trump says his remarks on injecting disinfectant to treat coronavirus were 'sarcastic' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T18:15:00Z Donald Trump has said his remarks on injecting disinfectant to treat coronavirus were "sarcastic". Full Article
an Man, 33, charged with attempted murder after police officer stabbed in Newport By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T20:59:17Z A man has been charged with attempted murder after a police sergeant was stabbed in Newport. Full Article
an Charles speaks of 'heartbreak' over 13-year-old Muslim coronavirus victim in Ramadan message By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T19:01:00Z Prince Charles said he was left "utterly heartbroken" by the "tragic story" of the 13-year-old Muslim boy who died alone after contracting coronavirus. Full Article
an Donald Trump walks out of coronavirus press briefing without taking questions after criticism over disinfectant injection comments By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T06:42:00Z Donald Trump cut off his daily coronavirus task force briefing without taking any questions from reporters a day after he was slammed for suggesting disinfectant could be injected as a treatment. Full Article
an Seven Days quiz: Test yourself on the news and happenings from the past week By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T07:16:00Z It's been another week in lockdown for most of us but that doesn't mean the world of news has stopped spinning. Full Article
an Prince Charles says he is 'utterly heartbroken' at death of 13-year-old coronavirus victim Ismail Mohamed Abdulwahab during Ramadan message By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T07:52:41Z The Prince of Wales has paid tribute to a 13-year-old Muslim boy who died alone after contracting Covid-19. Full Article
an NHS launches campaign urging public to seek medical help if they need it during coronavirus pandemic By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T08:48:00Z The NHS is launching a campaign encouraging ill people to seek urgent care during the coronavirus outbreak after A&E visits dropped by 50 per cent this month. Full Article
an More than £1.2bn in coronavirus insurance payouts expected By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T09:36:00Z Full Article
an Man admits assault after hurling 'coronavirus' spit at bus driver and police in west London By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T10:04:01Z A man who claimed he had coronavirus before spitting at a bus driver is west London has pleaded guilty to common assault. Full Article
an UK coronavirus lockdown exit plan could allow people to see 'bubbles' of up to 10 family members and friends By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T07:02:00Z Brits could be allowed to meet up with small "bubbles" of up to 10 of their closest family or friends in an effort to wind down the coronavirus lockdown. Full Article
an Blood plasma trial could lead to treatment for thousands of NHS coronavirus patients By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T06:48:00Z Full Article
an Food For London Now: Shut, but faith groups still helping vulnerable thanks to the Felix Project By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T11:33:00Z You can donate here virginmoneygiving.com/fund/FoodforLondonNOW Full Article