Boris Johnson says doctors had planned what to do if his coronavirus treatment went "badly wrong".

More than $8bn (£6.5bn) are pledged to help develop a vaccine and fund research into treatments.

The brother of Harry Dunn, who died outside a US airforce base, urges Boris Johnson to take up the case.

A large zoo says it needs government grants as it has no visitors or income but still has to look after its animals.

Ministers say they will drive a "hard bargain" but Labour say they must be "wary" of President Trump.

About 8,000 job centre staff have been redeployed to process claims for financial help, minister tells MPs.

With the Lords conducting most of its business remotely, fees for attending are set to be reduced.

The former Unite official says it is the "right time" to move on with the party under new leadership.

Ann Clwyd argues against "blanket ban" on over-70s involvement in easing of virus restrictions.

The Irish deputy PM says time is short to reach a trade deal this year, with much still to do.

Labour's Dr Rosena Allin-Khan questions Health Secretary Matt Hancock in the House of Commons.

Leaked letter from shadow minister reveals attempt to impose discipline on top team, writes Iain Watson.

Sir Keir Starmer urges politicians, employers and unions to work together to address public "anxiety".

The figure of 29,427 deaths is "a massive tragedy", the foreign secretary says, but steers clear of comparisons.

The former cabinet minister says he cannot ask campaign volunteers to work for another year.

A judge dismisses Christian Hacking's bid to overturn a ban on posters put up around Waltham Forest.

Countries have "gone their own way" rather than working together, the ex-prime minister says.

As of 6 May, the name of Assembly Members will change to Members of the Senedd.

The NI Executive says agreeing how to relax measures is the most crucial decision it will ever make.

The historic move will be temporary to cope with the coronavirus pandemic, says Commons speaker.

Demand for milk has dropped with the closure of cafes and restaurants during the coronavirus crisis.

The UK records a further 649 deaths, taking the total number of coronavirus deaths to 30,076.

The PM says government is "working hard" to tackle it - and sets 200,000 test aim by end of month.

Coronavirus means people are marking the 75th anniversary of VE Day from their own homes.

From boosting the economy through to health benefits, Westminster has been talking up the measure.

Foundling Paul Fronczak was given to a family whose baby had been stolen - but was he really their son?

Some governments want to channel their economic recovery plans into low-carbon industries.

Millions of people are facing pay cuts or less work, so how can you make your money go further?

A round-up of what's been debunked includes rumours about mandatory coronavirus vaccines and patents.

In states like Texas, malls can operate at a 25% capacity and for some, it's a reason to get out of the house.

With more and more F1 drivers making the move to esports during the lockdown and doing well, could an expert sim racer easily make the leap the other way?

The controversial concept of B teams may be back on the agenda as football tries to navigate a way through Covid-19, Brighton technical director Dan Ashworth says.

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton says he feels certain benefits from his enforced time away from Formula 1.

Teams will be allowed to use five substitutes when the season resumes after a Fifa proposal to help with fixture congestion was approved.

Experts tell the BBC that euphoria over success models runs the risk of people becoming complacent.

One man's dream sailing trip nearly ended in disaster as island nations began closing their borders.

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

A selection of news photographs taken around the world this week.

Face masks, fresh air and porridge - how people tried to curb a deadly flu pandemic in 1918.

The self-styled "king and queen of rock 'n' roll" - who inspired Elvis and The Beatles - dies at 87.

An airline industry body says it has been told coronavirus quarantining will start from the end of May.

Thousands accused PM Janez Jansa of using the coronavirus crisis as a pretext to restrict freedoms.

More than 650,000 watch the Gollum actor narrate Tolkien's fantasy classic in one 11-hour sitting.

He and his stage partner Siegfried Fischbacher were one of the longest-running acts in Las Vegas.

Footage of last year's Red Square military parade play on TV as the pandemic mutes celebrations.

In China, the live-streaming industry has become an important platform for economic recovery.

Millions in the UK will soon be asked to download an app that helps to limit coronavirus spreading.

Andrew's mother was dying in hospital under lockdown, so he used technology to spend time with her.

The UK is testing its own design but a Google-Apple initiative is winning over many other nations.