Day: 7 February 2021

Unearthed papers suggest the monarch’s lawyers successfully argued to change a draft law in the 1970s.

Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger says he has been subjected to “immense” racist abuse on social media since Frank Lampard’s sacking.

A study of the vaccine’s effectiveness against the South Africa variant shows “disappointing” results.

Chelsea recover from Antonio Rudiger’s own goal to move up into fifth in the Premier League with a win at Sheffield United.

Joe Biden says he will not lift sanctions to kick-start talks over Tehran’s nuclear programme.

Two errors from Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson gift leaders Manchester City a 10th successive Premier League victory.

A rescuer fell while responding to reports of a camper in the fells suffering chest pains.

Watch highlights as Ellen White scores a stunner as Manchester City reignite their Women’s Super League title chase and dent Arsenal’s hopes with a 2-1 victory.

Watch the highlights as Wales take advantage of Peter O’Mahony’s 14th-minute red card to beat Ireland in their Six Nations opener.

Social media footage shows a police officer in Chile shooting a man dead, sparking violent protests.

A glacier crashed into a dam, prompting a deluge of water to pour through a valley in Uttarakhand.

A severe cold snap is pushing through northern Europe, bringing snow and gale-force winds.

Louis Rees-Zammit dives in at the corner for Wales’ second try, helping the hosts come from behind to lead 18-13 against Ireland in the Six Nations at the Principality Stadium.

Wales overcome 14-man Ireland to win a tense Six Nations opener in Cardiff.

Sven Badzak and his 16-year-old friend were chased by a group of males and stabbed, the Met said.

Brighton & Hove Albion Women come from behind to record a shock 2-1 win over WSL leaders Chelsea, and end the Blues’ 33-game unbeaten run.

Punk band Pussy Riot’s Nadya Tolokonnikova has released a song in support of Russia’s anti-government protesters.

Former Wales captain Sam Warburton says Italy are “not good enough” and so promotion and relegation should be introduced to the Six Nations.

Leicester’s outside hopes of winning the Premier League title suffer a blow after being held to a goalless draw at Midlands rivals Wolves.

Ireland’s 14 men take a shock 13-6 lead over Wales in the Six Nations at the Principality Stadium as lock Tadhg Beirne forces the ball over for the opening try … Read More

Struggling Brighton & Hove Albion come from behind to end Women’s Super League leaders Chelsea’s 33-game unbeaten run.

The government is aiming to offer first doses to the top four priority groups by 15 February.

Gregory Campbell criticised after saying an episode of Songs of Praise was “the BBC at its BLM worst”.

The vaccine minister says people should ask their GP if they need proof of vaccination to go abroad.

Michelle O’Neill says she is not calling on the its chief to quit over the memorial event’s handling.

Stories you may have missed this week – from predicting the winter to someone making the most of it.

A last-gasp Ross Callachan goal earns bottom side Hamilton Academical a draw against Scottish Premiership leaders Rangers.

Labour’s Lord Falconer says he was talking about legal challenges, but regrets his choice of words.

Harry Kane makes a surprisingly speedy return from injury to solve Tottenham’s scoring struggles and pile more misery on West Brom.

People share their photos of snow, as forecasters predict more flurries and ice for the coming days.

The sky in parts of southern Europe turns an eerie orange as wind brings sand from the Sahara desert.

Dom Bess advances England’s chances of victory over India on day three of the first Test in Chennai, despite a sparkling knock from Rishabh Pant.

Matt Dawson says their first win at Twickenham since 1983 was the most complete and authoritative Scotland performance he has seen in his life.

As many as 150 people are feared dead after floods are triggered in Uttarakhand.

The couple exchanged wedding garlands 20 metres underwater off the coast of Chennai city.

After their Les Mis song adaptation during the first lockdown, they’re back with a Bonnie Tyler track.

Kassie Carlyle hopes her experience will give comfort to those having babies with Down’s in lockdown.

Leon Spinks, who beat Muhammad Ali to claim the world heavyweight title in 1978, dies at the age of 67.

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.

About one in five people aged 80 or over in Bradford’s Pakistani community has refused the Covid vaccine.

Forecasters warn of disruption throughout Sunday, with the heaviest snow expected in eastern England.

There was the alluring promise of hope in the air for England fans on the morning the 2021 Six Nations began, but it had all slipped away by Saturday’s close.

Match of the Day pundit Dion Dublin praises the “genius” play from Edinson Cavani for Manchester United’s first goal and Bruno Fernandes for their second goal against Everton.

British number one Dan Evans wins the first ATP title of his career by beating Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime at an Australian Open warm-up event.

Online travel agent Lastminute.com failed to refund Covid-hit holidays by January deadline.

The victims’ remains had been exhumed from mass graves following Islamic State genocide in 2014.

The country ‘s main city Yangon sees a pro-democracy rally for a second successive day.

Many people are choosing “bucket-list” destinations for 2021, a travel consultant says.

Businesses with more than 50 staff are now able to access lateral flow tests, which give rapid results.

Businesses with more than 50 staff are now able to access lateral flow tests, which give rapid results.

Vickie Gillespie realised her dad’s struggle with mental health after she started working with him.

Vickie Gillespie realised her dad’s struggle with mental health after she started working with him.

A small study points to limited Oxford jab protection against mild disease caused by S Africa variant.

The labour minister announces a major reform to the communist country’s state-controlled economy.