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‘Heartbreaking’: Young girl in pyjamas among migrants crossing the Channel

‘Heartbreaking’: Young girl in pyjamas among migrants crossing the Channel

Children were among a group of people thought to be migrants brought ashore in Kent on Friday.

Young urged to seek help by Prince’s Trust celebrity supporters

Young urged to seek help by Prince’s Trust celebrity supporters

A host of stars have recorded a video message calling on those in need to contact the organisation founded by the Prince of Wales.

Sturgeon urges Scots to ‘stick with’ lockdown as death toll rises by 64

Sturgeon urges Scots to ‘stick with’ lockdown as death toll rises by 64

The First Minister provided an update at the Scottish Government’s daily coronavirus briefing in Edinburgh.

Louis Tomlinson calls on people of Doncaster to volunteer during pandemic

Louis Tomlinson calls on people of Doncaster to volunteer during pandemic

“I know the good people of Doncaster will answer this call to help others,” he said.

Meghan’s claim that articles caused row with father ‘objectionable’ – newspaper

Meghan’s claim that articles caused row with father ‘objectionable’ – newspaper

The Duchess of Sussex is suing Associated Newspapers over five articles – two in the Mail on Sunday and three on MailOnline.

Hubble reveals stunning image of ‘Cosmic Reef’ to mark 30th anniversary

Hubble reveals stunning image of ‘Cosmic Reef’ to mark 30th anniversary

The Telescope shows a vast star-forming region located some 163,000 light-years away.

Vulnerable children ‘hidden from sight’ during lockdown

Vulnerable children ‘hidden from sight’ during lockdown

Data published by the Children’s Commissioner aims to show the extent of vulnerable children in every local authority during the crisis.

Africa’s Sahara ‘most dangerous place on Earth’ 100 million years ago

Africa’s Sahara ‘most dangerous place on Earth’ 100 million years ago

The region saw ferocious predators roaming a vast river system during the Cretaceous.

Burberry transforms Yorkshire trench coat factory to make NHS gowns

Burberry transforms Yorkshire trench coat factory to make NHS gowns

The fashion giant said its Castleford facility is manufacturing non-surgical gowns and supplying them to the NHS.

Contempt proceedings launched against ex-diplomat who blogged Salmond trial

Contempt proceedings launched against ex-diplomat who blogged Salmond trial

The former first minister of Scotland was cleared at the High Court in Edinburgh in March of 13 charges of sexually assaulting nine women.

Royal Navy investigates ‘lockdown party’ on nuclear sub

Royal Navy investigates ‘lockdown party’ on nuclear sub

Social media footage has emerged of the crew of the HMS Trenchant after they returned to base at Devonport, Plymouth.

Top law firm reveals probe into failed mini-bond scheme Blackmore

Top law firm reveals probe into failed mini-bond scheme Blackmore

Thousands of investors have around £45 million trapped after the company collapsed earlier this week.

3ft corn snake discovered in family’s bathroom

3ft corn snake discovered in family’s bathroom

The RSPCA collected the creature from the property in Grays, Essex.

Government apology after site to book Covid-19 test stops taking applications

Government apology after site to book Covid-19 test stops taking applications

The Department of Health tweeted that there has been significant demand for bookings.

Demonstrators ‘putting HS2 workers at risk’ during pandemic

Demonstrators ‘putting HS2 workers at risk’ during pandemic

Mark Thurston, chief executive of HS2 Ltd, told MPs that some demonstrators are causing ‘significant issues’.

Facebook aims to take on Zoom with launch of Messenger Rooms

Facebook aims to take on Zoom with launch of Messenger Rooms

Participants do not need a Facebook account to get involved in the group video chats, the social network says.

Second World War veteran with lung condition given all-clear after Covid-19

Second World War veteran with lung condition given all-clear after Covid-19

Douglas Moore was admitted to Kettering General Hospital on April 15 after having a fall.

Eight ways to boost your finances on a shrinking income

Eight ways to boost your finances on a shrinking income

Many people have had their pay cut due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Thousands of transport workers in London to be furloughed from Monday

Thousands of transport workers in London to be furloughed from Monday

Tube journeys have fallen by 95% and bus use by 85% since last month’s lockdown, with people urged only to make essential journeys.

Disinfectant should not be injected, manufacturer warns after Trump comments

Disinfectant should not be injected, manufacturer warns after Trump comments

The US president suggested it would be interesting to see if injecting disinfectants could help combat coronavirus.

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