England surrender the Ashes on the morning of the third day of the third Test as Australia crush them by an innings and 14 runs at the MCG.

The government will have to act if there is a big increase in hospitalisations, George Eustice says.

The Better Health Smoking campaign highlights research on the inter-generational impact of smoking.

New figures show more than 11,000 cases were recorded in Scotland on 26 December.

New data reveals a 32% decline in footfall compared with 2019, with central London badly affected.

New restrictions are affecting the hospitality sector on what should be one of its busiest times.

Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick admits he "did not like the performance at all" after seeing his error-strewn side salvage a point at struggling Newcastle.

The footage appears to show a person holding a crossbow saying they wanted to assassinate the Queen.

The West Mercia Police chief formally accepts a breach of human rights over Dalian Atkinson's death.

Ovo predicts an "enormous crisis" in 2022 as the business secretary meets with the energy industry.

Thames Water says sewage release is "sometimes necessary" to prevent flooding.

Surrey PC Serge Hadfield stopped the car near Cobham on Sunday after a call reporting it to police.

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

Vaccinations continue during the festive period as the UK's daily Covid cases hit an all-time high.

Covid rules are being strengthened in response to the Omicron variant.

New measures begin for hospitality and indoor leisure in a bid to halt the spread of Omicron in Scotland.

New Covid-19 guidance is now in force in Northern Ireland, including a limit on household mixing.

Mark Drakeford says 2021 was a “difficult” 12 months, but is hopeful for 2022.

There are many things in our favour, but Omicron is spreading fast. What have we learned this week?

Accounts reveal the former US president's two golf courses in Scotland made financial losses last year.

In his annual Christmas message, Boris Johnson says getting vaccinated shows a neighbourly spirit.

Testing sites are staying open on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Many test centres will operate reduced hours on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

Pub landlords on the Wales/England border say the situation is confusing for customers.

Two men are jailed for a total of 33 years for laundering £70m, of which £10m came from Covid loans.

Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross says people should be allowed to leave isolation after a week if they test negative.

Conor Murphy says his department will deliver a support package of £40m for 3,000 businesses.

A selection of some of the best images taken by agency photographers during the past year.

Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones?

Love reading? We're here with a taste of new titles you might want on your wishlist.

A century ago illustrator Louis Wain was a household name. Who was the man behind the cat drawings?

Nick Mohammed reflects on his path to Ted Lasso stardom and wonders what's next for his character.

Robert Long was blinded by an explosion in Afghanistan and says jiu-jitsu has helped him regain independence.

The health secretary urges people in England to remain cautious as we approach new year celebrations.

Pip Peacock suffered serious injuries when she was trampled by a herd of cows in the Peak District.

Karen Miles has been crowned UK bus driver of the year for her work during the pandemic.

The ship that became famous for blocking the Suez Canal docks back in Felixstowe on time.

A blood bank service for dogs helps supply vets with immediate access to blood in emergencies.

What happened when this online choir of healthcare staff met for the first time since forming a year ago.

Today's papers focus on the UK government's announcement of no new Covid restrictions before 2022.

The family of "little ray of sunshine" Ava say they have received support from around the world.

Spanish train builder Talgo has still to reveal its plans for the former coal-fired power station site.

Three men died in the crash involving a car and a lorry on the A5 Omagh Road in Garvaghey on Monday.

More than 1.5 million people in Wales have had a booster, giving hope lockdowns may not be needed.

Thousands of people have hung the padlocks on Weir Bridge in Bakewell over the past decade.