David Beckham parks his Land Rover Defender on double yellow lines in the Cotswolds

David Beckham risked angering locals on Monday as he parked his Land Rover Defender on double yellow lines to pick up supplies in the Cotswolds. The former footballer, 45, was joined by daughter Harper, eight, to shop at local upmarket deli Mr Bumbles in Burford, Oxon, Oxfordshire.  David and wife Victoria have already faced backlash from locals for staying in the countryside … Read more

Britain edges back to work: Car factories restart production lines and Poundland opens its doors

Britain continued to edge back to work today as car factories fired up production lines and Poundland opened its doors – but London’s City workers stayed at home.   Boris Johnson announced last Sunday that lockdown was easing and people should return to work if they could in a plan to reboot the UK’s economy. Thousands … Read more

From new drama White Lines to Scrubs and Thunderbirds box sets: The best on demand TV this week

NETFLIX White Lines When the Spanish crime drama Money Heist became a global hit, Netflix shrewdly signed up creator Álex Pina to make another show. This ten-episode series, which has the producers of The Crown on board, is the result.  The latest show from Money Heist creator Álex Pina follows Zoe as she travels to … Read more

The DVLA has earned nearly £3million from controversial premium rate lines

The DVLA has earned £3million over four years by charging callers to use controversial premium rate phone lines Income is generated from premium-rate lines that cost 51p per minute to call They are more than three times the 16p per minute standard 01 and 02 numbers The income is proving ‘a nice little earner’ for … Read more

Doctor wants recognition for migrant NHS staff on front lines after deaths of four Filipino workers 

A doctor who lost a friend and fellow healthcare professional to coronavirus has called for the UK to recognise the contribution of migrant workers after the pandemic. This comes after several Filipino NHS workers have died after contracting coronavirus, including Sister Leilani Dayrit.  Salah Hammouche is a former colleague of Ms Dayrit and suggested that … Read more

Care company boss claims 5G coronavirus conspiracy theorists cut his phone lines

A care company boss who claims his phone lines were cut by conspiracy theorists has branded the culprits ‘idiots’ for thinking 5G is causing the coronavirus. Majestic Care North West, which provides vital end-of-life care, was left with internet or phone connection after their cables were cut in an overnight targeted attack. The firm’s office … Read more

Married At First Sight’s Mishel Karen confronted Elizabeth Sobinoff over ‘fed lines’ by producers

‘It was quite disturbing’: Married At First Sight’s Mishel Karen says she confronted Elizabeth Sobinoff about being ‘fed lines’ by producers Do you have a story about a MAFS participant? Email [email protected]  By Ali Daher For Daily Mail Australia Published: 09:03 BST, 31 March 2020 | Updated: 09:03 BST, 31 March 2020 Married At First … Read more

Samaritans vow to keep call lines open during coronavirus pandemic

‘We’re still here’: Samaritans vow to keep call lines open during coronavirus pandemic after suspected suicides of nurse and infected patient Samaritans volunteers are continuing to carry out helpline services in branches British death toll from coronavirus stands at 465 with almost 10,000 cases For confidential support, call the Samaritans on 116123 or visit a local … Read more

Meet the healthcare workers fighting coronavirus on the front lines around the world

While many of us shelter in place and prepare for long lockdowns, healthcare workers continue to battle on the frontlines against the novel coronavirus. Doctors and nurses have pictured themselves covered head-to-toe in personal protective gear and with red marks on their faces after spending 12 or more hours wearing goggles in the ICU. Many … Read more