DAVID BLUNKETT: Fine words about social justice cut no ice when unions try to block schools opening

The wartime President of the United States, Franklin D Roosevelt, once proclaimed that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself.  And at this critical moment, nothing could be more true – not least when it comes to the inflammatory debate about whether or not some primary-aged children should return to the classroom … Read more

Lucy Hale enjoys a leisurely dog walk after opening up about her lengthy battle with acne

Lucy Hale took her beloved Maltipoo Elvis on their daily stroll under California‘s coronavirus lockdown on Tuesday.  For her outing, the 30-year-old Pretty Little Liars alum donned a form-fitting black long sleeve, a pair of light-wash jeans and a pair of yellow-laced trainers with stars emblazoned on the sides.  Her pup remained dutifully by her side … Read more

Dominic Raab says opening schools too risky

Blanket reopening of schools next month would be ‘far too risky’, says Dominic Raab as he warns over second wave of the coronavirus Foreign secretary Dominic Raab said reopening schools would risk another peak He outlined the government’s phased approach to opening UK schools again It came after Nicola Sturgeon said Scottish schools wouldn’t open anytime … Read more

Australia considers opening up its borders to New Zealand

Australia will consider opening up its borders to New Zealand as part of a trans-Tasman bubble if coronavirus curve keeps flattening By Daily Mail Australia Published: 22:46 BST, 26 April 2020 | Updated: 23:10 BST, 26 April 2020 The Australian Government is considering opening its borders to New Zealand to effectively create a trans-Tasman bubble … Read more

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after opening fire at Manchester ‘Mr Ibiza’ funeral

A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly opening fire in a cemetery as mourners flouting social distancing rules attended the funeral of a Manchester godfather dubbed ‘Mr Ibiza’. The suspect fired three shots as well-wishers gathered for the burial of 38-year-old Clive Pinnock at Gorton Cemetery in the east of the … Read more