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Black ‘hero’ who saved white man in far-right rally wants ‘equality for all’

Black ‘hero’ who saved white man in far-right rally wants ‘equality for all’

Patrick Hutchinson carried an injured white man to safety during a violent far-right rally in central London.

Firefighters rescue fox that got its head stuck in a wheel

Firefighters rescue fox that got its head stuck in a wheel

The London Fire Brigade said the fox was doing really well, after being rescued in Romford.

Grenfell survivors and supporters unite online to mark fire anniversary

Grenfell survivors and supporters unite online to mark fire anniversary

Support group Grenfell United held an online memorial featuring videos from affected families and supporters.

Bristol mayor defends not removing slave trader statue

Bristol mayor defends not removing slave trader statue

Marvin Rees said he had focused on tackling racial inequality in Bristol ahead of removing a statue of Edward Colston.

First Minister brands protesters ‘shameful’ as police head off major clash

First Minister brands protesters ‘shameful’ as police head off major clash

The First Minister was speaking at the daily coronavirus press briefing.

Home DNA kits could shed light on different Covid-19 impacts, scientists say

Home DNA kits could shed light on different Covid-19 impacts, scientists say

Scientists are asking people who have used DNA services such as Ancestry DNA, FTDNA and 23andMe to join the study.

Shoppers may splash the cash, but can they spend a penny?

Shoppers may splash the cash, but can they spend a penny?

Shoppers may splash the cash as the shops reopen, but with fewer toilets available it may be harder to spend a penny.A day out at the shops pre-lockdown would likely have involved lunch and the use of a restaurant’s facilities, but as eateries are still shut shoppers will be depending on public toilets.Prime Minister Boris …

Falling Covid cases give ‘margin for manoeuvre’ on two-metre rule, says PM

Falling Covid cases give ‘margin for manoeuvre’ on two-metre rule, says PM

As shops in England prepare to reopen Boris Johnson says ‘probably’ fewer that one in 1,000 people now have the disease.

Man arrested in murder probe after victim found stabbed in Haringey

Man arrested in murder probe after victim found stabbed in Haringey

A 48-year-old man was found with fatal stab wounds at a house in north London.

Police head off clash between groups in Glasgow amid statue protest

Police head off clash between groups in Glasgow amid statue protest

Missiles could be seen flying as officers formed a line across North Hanover Street.

Campaign to retrieve ship’s anchor from wreckage to create Windrush monument

Campaign to retrieve ship’s anchor from wreckage to create Windrush monument

The Empire Windrush ship carried West Indian immigrants to the UK after the Second World War.

Man dies of suspected drug overdose and three stabbed at Manchester raves

Man dies of suspected drug overdose and three stabbed at Manchester raves

Police reported 6,000 people attended the two gatherings on Saturday night.

In Video: Watch walk down ramp Donald Trump felt need to defend on Twitter

In Video: Watch walk down ramp Donald Trump felt need to defend on Twitter

Critics of the US president claimed it was a sign of failing health, but Mr Trump said the surface was steep and slippery.

Boris Johnson ‘must show leadership’ on inequality and racism in UK

Boris Johnson ‘must show leadership’ on inequality and racism in UK

More than 100 people were arrested at a far-right protest in London on Saturday.

Gatwick Airport drone arrest couple to receive £200,000 police payout

Gatwick Airport drone arrest couple to receive £200,000 police payout

Paul and Elaine Gait settled their claims for wrongful arrest and false imprisonment against Sussex Police.

WTO warns it will carefully monitor ‘light touch’ approach to EU imports

WTO warns it will carefully monitor ‘light touch’ approach to EU imports

Its director-general Roberto Azevedo said while such a move is ‘not a no-go by definition’, the UK would have to follow strict rules.

Ministers will make decisions on easing two-metre rule, says Sunak

Ministers will make decisions on easing two-metre rule, says Sunak

The Chancellor says a comprehensive review ordered by Boris Johnson will look at the issue ‘in the round’.

French and UK border patrols active in the Channel as more migrants rescued

French and UK border patrols active in the Channel as more migrants rescued

A Border Force vessel is believed to have taken migrants found in UK waters to Dover.

Scouts must learn ‘failings’ of founder Baden-Powell, says Bear Grylls

Scouts must learn ‘failings’ of founder Baden-Powell, says Bear Grylls

The Chief Scout expressed his support for the Black Lives Matter movement.

Charge after man appears to urinate next to Pc Keith Palmer memorial

Charge after man appears to urinate next to Pc Keith Palmer memorial

An image was shared widely on social media during clashes between protesters and police.

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