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New mutation AY.4.2 of Delta variant being monitored in England

A new mutation of the Delta variant of COVID-19 is expanding in England and is being monitored and assessed, according to official UK health data reported on Tuesday.

New mutation AY.4.2 of Delta variant being monitored in England
Updated On : 20 Oct 2021 | 1:32 AM IST

UK Conservative lawmaker David Amess killed at stabbing in church

Police have been called to an incident in eastern England amid reports a lawmaker has been stabbed during a meeting with constituents. Sky News said Conservative lawmaker David Amess was attacked during a regular meeting with constituents at Belfairs Methodist Church in Leigh-on-Sea, a seaside town east of London. Amess' London office confirmed Friday that police and ambulance had been called but had no other details. Amess has been a member of Parliament for Leigh-on-Sea since 1997, but has been a lawmaker since 1983. Violence against British politicians is rare, but in June 2016 Labour Party lawmaker Jo Cox was stabbed and shot to death in her northern England constituency.

UK Conservative lawmaker David Amess killed at stabbing in church
Updated On : 15 Oct 2021 | 7:47 PM IST
Updated On : 28 Sep 2021 | 1:39 PM IST

Italian club Roma signs forward Tammy Abraham from Chelsea

Italian club Roma signed forward Tammy Abraham from Chelsea for 40 million euros (USD 47 million) on Tuesday

Italian club Roma signs forward Tammy Abraham from Chelsea
Updated On : 17 Aug 2021 | 7:21 PM IST

Mayank Agarwal hit on head in nets in England, may undergo concussion test

India's opening batsman Mayank Agarwal on Monday was hit on back of his head by a short ball from teammate Mohammed Siraj during a training session ahead of first Test against England on Wednesday.

Mayank Agarwal hit on head in nets in England, may undergo concussion test
Updated On : 02 Aug 2021 | 11:45 PM IST

Boris Johnson takes another gamble by lifting England lockdowns

Daily cases surge, businesses raise staff shortage fears over self-isolation

Boris Johnson takes another gamble by lifting England lockdowns
Updated On : 19 Jul 2021 | 1:36 AM IST

Bank of England is 'addicted' to bond-buying, says Lords panel

The BoE must spell out more clearly why it is not reining in its huge stimulus in the face of rising inflation, the Economic Affairs Committee in the House of Lords, said in a report

Bank of England is 'addicted' to bond-buying, says Lords panel
Updated On : 17 Jul 2021 | 12:46 AM IST

Most Covid deaths in England now are in vaccinated. Why that isn't alarming

According to a report, 163 of 257 people (63.4%) who died of the delta variant within 28 days of positive Covid test between February 1 and June 21, had received at least one dose of the vaccine

Most Covid deaths in England now are in vaccinated. Why that isn't alarming
Updated On : 16 Jul 2021 | 11:10 AM IST

Great Britain women's football team to take a knee at Olympics

The Great Britain's women's football team has decided to take a knee before their matches at the Tokyo Olympics to support the fight against racism and discrimination.

Great Britain women's football team to take a knee at Olympics
Updated On : 15 Jul 2021 | 8:53 PM IST

'89 Wyatt' power crushes India as women lose T20I series to England

Opener Danni Wyatt smashed an unbeaten 89 off only 56 balls to overshadow an elegant 70 by Smriti Mandhana as England claimed an easy eight-wicket victory over India Women

'89 Wyatt' power crushes India as women lose T20I series to England
Updated On : 15 Jul 2021 | 9:04 AM IST

Boris Johnson says UK will ban online racists from football matches

"I utterly condemn and abhor the racist outpourings that we saw on Sunday night," the British prime minister told the House of Commons on Wednesday

Boris Johnson says UK will ban online racists from football matches
Updated On : 14 Jul 2021 | 9:07 PM IST

Euro 2020 in review: The best, worst and downright strange

A review of the best, worst and downright strange at this year's European Championship

Euro 2020 in review: The best, worst and downright strange
Updated On : 13 Jul 2021 | 8:44 PM IST

We don't want you: Kane slams fans directing racial abuse at England stars

England captain Harry Kane on Monday condemned the "vile" racial abuse, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, and Bukayo Saka had to face on social media following the Three Lions' loss in the Euro Cup final against Italy.Italy ended England's dream to win the Euro 2020 here at the Wembley Stadium on Sunday (local time). Azzurri defeated England 3-2 on penalties after the normal 90-minute action had finished at 1-1 and even extra time was not able to break the deadlock.Rashford, Sancho, and Saka all missed the chance to net goals in the penalty shootouts. The English players were then abused on social media.Kane made it clear if anyone who abuses players is not a fan of the England football team and the Euro Cup finalists don't want their support too."Three lads who were brilliant all summer had the courage to step up & take a pen when the stakes were high. They deserve support & backing not the vile racist abuse they've had since last night. If you abuse anyone on social media ..

We don't want you: Kane slams fans directing racial abuse at England stars
Updated On : 13 Jul 2021 | 8:42 PM IST

I will never apologise for who I am: Rashford responds to racist abuse

Marcus Rashford has apologised for missing a penalty in the Euro Cup final but said he "will never apologise for who I am" after the England striker was subjected to racist abuse

I will never apologise for who I am: Rashford responds to racist abuse
Updated On : 13 Jul 2021 | 8:40 PM IST

How local politics and nationalism shaped football as we know it today

The sport, which began capturing global imagination just after World War I, has been used as a platform to make political and racial statements and broadcast ethnic identities

How local politics and nationalism shaped football as we know it today
Updated On : 13 Jul 2021 | 8:07 PM IST

After heartbreaking defeat, England's soccer players face racist outburst

The racist attacks, the likes of which have plagued European soccer for years, drew immediate condemnation from leaders including Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Prince William

After heartbreaking defeat, England's soccer players face racist outburst
Updated On : 13 Jul 2021 | 2:21 AM IST

Gareth Southgate hints he will lead England at 2022 World Cup

England manager Gareth Southgate hinted on Monday that he wants to continue in charge of the national team in the 2022 World Cup

Gareth Southgate hints he will lead England at 2022 World Cup
Updated On : 12 Jul 2021 | 6:39 PM IST

Kevin Pietersen slams racial abuse of England's footballers after Euro loss

England's former star cricketer Kevin Pietersen on Monday condemned the racial abuse of three Black players on social media

Kevin Pietersen slams racial abuse of England's footballers after Euro loss
Updated On : 12 Jul 2021 | 3:42 PM IST

Euro Cup final loss will hurt for rest of our careers: Harry Kane

England captain Harry Kane has said the Euro Cup final loss will "hurt for the rest of our careers" but the side is on right track and hopefully they can go a step further next year.Italy ended hosts England's dream to win the Euro 2020 here at the Wembley Stadium on Sunday (local time). Azzurri defeated England 3-2 on penalties after the normal 90-minute action had finished at 1-1 and even extra time was not able to break the deadlock.Kane said the players gave their all in the tournament and the England team should hold their heads high despite the loss in the final."I couldn't have given more. The boys couldn't have given more. Penalties is the worst feeling in the world when you lose," Kane told BBC One as reported by goal.com."It wasn't our night but it's been a fantastic tournament and we should hold our heads high. Of course it's going to hurt now. It's going to hurt for a while, but we're on the right track and we're building and hopefully we can progress from this next year,"

Euro Cup final loss will hurt for rest of our careers: Harry Kane
Updated On : 12 Jul 2021 | 9:01 AM IST

Eng penalty decisions in Euro final 'totally rests' with me, says Southgate

Gareth Southgate, the head coach of England, has said the Three Lions' failure in the penalty shootouts in the Euro Cup final 'totally rests' with him

Eng penalty decisions in Euro final 'totally rests' with me, says Southgate
Updated On : 12 Jul 2021 | 8:19 AM IST