inews--2020-04-19--Coronavirus latest: Children from disadvantaged backgrounds to receive free laptops and 4G routers t

Coronavirus latest: Children from disadvantaged backgrounds to receive free laptops and 4G routers to ensure access to online learning

Coronavirus latest : Children from disadvantaged backgrounds to receive free laptops and 4G routers to ensure access to online learning Under the scheme , schools and colleges will be able to keep the devices once they have reopened Children from disadvantaged background across England will receive free laptops and tablets to help them continue education from home during the coronavirus lockdown .
The devices will be given to students who are in the “ most vital ” stage of their education , as well as care leavers and those who receive support from a social worker .
The new measures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ accessible learning while schools are closed during the pandemic , as educators increasingly turn to live-streams and online teaching tools .
Under the scheme , the government will also provide 4G routers to ensure disadvantaged secondary school pupils and care leavers can access the internet , where those families do not already have mobile or broadband internet .
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson : “ By providing young people with these laptops and tablets and enabling schools to access high quality support , we will enable all children to continue learning for now and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We hope this support will take some of the pressure off both parents and schools by providing more materials for them to use.
” The Department of Education says that `` schools and colleges will be able to keep their laptops and tablets once they have reopened '' - though it is unclear whether it is expected the devices would remain with the families allocated them , or if they would become a general IT resource .
The government is also funding £1.6 million towards the NSPCC ’ s national helpline ( Photo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 40 teachers from leading schools across England and will provide 180 video lessons each week across subject from maths to art to languages , and will cover year groups form Reception to Year 10 .
Schools were closed last month amidst the coronavirus outbreak ( Photo : Paul Faith/Getty ) The BBC is also launching its own education service across TV and online , and will feature celebrities and some of the best teachers to encourage families at home .
Mr Williamson said : “ I want to thank all the teachers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ensure vulnerable children and those of critical workers are supported at this time .
“ Schools will remain closed until the scientific advice changes , which is why we need to support the incredible work teachers are already doing to ensure children continue to receive the education they deserve and need .
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Children from disadvantaged background across England will receive free laptops and tablets to help them continue education from home during the coronavirus lockdown.
The devices will be given to students who are in the “most vital” stage of their education, as well as care leavers and those who receive support from a social worker.
The new measures are being put in place to enable accessible learning while schools are closed during the pandemic, as educators increasingly turn to live-streams and online teaching tools.
Under the scheme, the government will also provide 4G routers to ensure disadvantaged secondary school pupils and care leavers can access the internet, where those families do not already have mobile or broadband internet.
Pressure off parents
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson: “By providing young people with these laptops and tablets and enabling schools to access high quality support, we will enable all children to continue learning for now and in the years to come.
“We hope this support will take some of the pressure off both parents and schools by providing more materials for them to use.”
The Department of Education says that “schools and colleges will be able to keep their laptops and tablets once they have reopened” – though it is unclear whether it is expected the devices would remain with the families allocated them, or if they would become a general IT resource.
Major telecommunications providers will make it easier for families to access selected educational resources by temporarily exempting these sites from data charges.
Online academy
In addition to this, a new online academy is also being launched to offer pupils 180 online lessons a week.
The online Oak National Academy – which is being backed by government funding – will launch on Monday 20 April.
It was created by 40 teachers from leading schools across England and will provide 180 video lessons each week across subject from maths to art to languages, and will cover year groups form Reception to Year 10.
The BBC is also launching its own education service across TV and online, and will feature celebrities and some of the best teachers to encourage families at home.
Mr Williamson said: “I want to thank all the teachers and staff who are working so hard to ensure vulnerable children and those of critical workers are supported at this time.
“Schools will remain closed until the scientific advice changes, which is why we need to support the incredible work teachers are already doing to ensure children continue to receive the education they deserve and need.”


inews--2020-04-19--Coronavirus crisis: Boris Johnson is back in touch with Cabinet as 'quad' of top ministers consider

Coronavirus crisis: Boris Johnson is back in touch with Cabinet as 'quad' of top ministers consider 'traffic light' plan to reopen economy

Coronavirus crisis : Boris Johnson is back in touch with Cabinet as 'quad ' of top ministers consider 'traffic light ' plan to reopen economy Michael Gove , Rishi Sunak , Dominic Raab and Matt Hancock have formed a new group within the Cabinet Boris Johnson has started giving instructions to the Cabinet once again as senior ministers have formed a `` quad '' to plot a path out of the national lockdown .
One option they are considering is a so-called `` traffic light '' system which would see the lockdown lifted in three stages over the coming months @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Labour to build presure for an exit strategy to be published , but the Government is still refusing to set out a timetable for the lockdown to be relaxed .
Mr Johnson is continuing to recover from coronavirus at his country house Chequers .
He recently spoke to his stand-in Mr Raab in his first serious bout of work since being hospitalised .
Mr Gove told Sky News on Sunday : `` The Prime Minister is recovering well .
He 's in cheerful spirits .
And he had the opportunity to talk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the First Secretary of State , on Friday .
`` And the Prime Minister 's instructions to the rest of us in Government were communicated by the First Secretary of State when we had a conference call yesterday morning . ''
The Government is considering a `` traffic light '' plan to end lockdown which was drawn up by economist Gerard Lyons , a former adviser to Mr Johnson , and Professor Paul Ormerod of University College London .
The scheme would start with a `` red '' phase in early May , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people able to visit friends and family , but most travel still discouraged .
Later in May the country would move to `` amber '' : restaurants could reopen with new social distancing measures , schools would resume and people and would be allowed back on public transport as long as they wear a mask .
The final `` green '' phase is earmarked for mid-June but would have to be approved by scientists .
Cinemas , pubs , churches and gyms would be able to open - but the most vulnerable would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more months .
Mr Gove insisted ministers had not made any decisions on when or how to ease the current restrictions .
He said : `` It is the case that we are looking at all of the evidence but we ’ ve set some tests which need to be passed before we can think of easing restrictions in this lockdown .
`` It ’ s very important when we ’ re still in the process of making sure that we can reduce the rate of infection and also reduce the number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that we have . ''
Conservative grandees David Davis and Iain Duncan Smith have now joined Labour 's Keir Starmer in calling for the Government to set out what steps they will take to lead Britain out of lockdown , even if it is not yet possible to set a timetable .

Boris Johnson has started giving instructions to the Cabinet once again as senior ministers have formed a “quad” to plot a path out of the national lockdown.
Michael Gove is chairing a daily meeting with Dominic Raab, Matt Hancock and Rishi Sunak to discuss key decisions on coronavirus.
One option they are considering is a so-called “traffic light” system which would see the lockdown lifted in three stages over the coming months. Senior Conservative MPs have teamed up with Labour to build presure for an exit strategy to be published, but the Government is still refusing to set out a timetable for the lockdown to be relaxed.
Mr Johnson is continuing to recover from coronavirus at his country house Chequers. He recently spoke to his stand-in Mr Raab in his first serious bout of work since being hospitalised.
‘Cheerful spirits’
Mr Gove told Sky News on Sunday: “The Prime Minister is recovering well. He’s in cheerful spirits. And he had the opportunity to talk to Dominic Raab, his deputy, the First Secretary of State, on Friday.
“And the Prime Minister’s instructions to the rest of us in Government were communicated by the First Secretary of State when we had a conference call yesterday morning.”
The Government is considering a “traffic light” plan to end lockdown which was drawn up by economist Gerard Lyons, a former adviser to Mr Johnson, and Professor Paul Ormerod of University College London.
The scheme would start with a “red” phase in early May, with some shops allowed to reopen and people able to visit friends and family, but most travel still discouraged.
Later in May the country would move to “amber”: restaurants could reopen with new social distancing measures, schools would resume and people and would be allowed back on public transport as long as they wear a mask.
Not ready yet
The final “green” phase is earmarked for mid-June but would have to be approved by scientists. Cinemas, pubs, churches and gyms would be able to open – but the most vulnerable would still have to be shieleded for several more months.
Mr Gove insisted ministers had not made any decisions on when or how to ease the current restrictions. He said: “It is the case that we are looking at all of the evidence but we’ve set some tests which need to be passed before we can think of easing restrictions in this lockdown.
“It’s very important when we’re still in the process of making sure that we can reduce the rate of infection and also reduce the number of deaths, that we maintain the steps that we have.”
Conservative grandees David Davis and Iain Duncan Smith have now joined Labour’s Keir Starmer in calling for the Government to set out what steps they will take to lead Britain out of lockdown, even if it is not yet possible to set a timetable.


inews--2020-04-19--Coronavirus latest: 6.5 million jobs could be wiped out by a prolonged lockdown

Coronavirus latest : 6.5 million jobs could be wiped out by a prolonged lockdown A fifth of all workers are under threat , and the lifting of lockdown should be phased out across sectors and regions , study says Forecasts from the University of Essex ' Institute for Social and Economic Research ( ISER ) warn that the lockdown has the potential to temporarily wipe out at least 6.5 million jobs from the labour market , which is approximately a fifth of the national total .
While some sectors which are able to adapt to home working will be less @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on foot-traffic are forecast to lose more than half of all jobs .
Positions in the wholesale and retail industry are forecast to contract by 47.6 per cent - or roughly two million jobs - while transport and storage will lose 44 per cent per cent of roles , or some 700,000 positions .
Some sectors are forecast to see a rise in jobs , including health and social work and professional , scientific and technical activities - but these do little to offset the overall impact on workers .
Other industries expected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social security and real estate , as well as mining , energy and water supply - none of which are expected to see reductions of more than 3 per cent .
Tables and chairs are seen stacked through the window of a closed pub in London on April 14 , 2020 , as Britain continues to enforce a lockdown ( Photo : JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images ) He told The Observer : `` If this is short , say a few months , the links between employers and employees of affected industries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ careers might not suffer too much .
He added : “ We need to make the most out of the extra time the lockdown is buying us , and increase our capacity to trace and isolate new cases , especially asymptomatic cases , so that the economy can be restarted before a vaccine is ready.
” 'We need specific packages for badly hit sectors' Of the disproportionate impact on some sectors , Prof Richiardi explained : “ What our results show is that the extra support available will be drained more by workers @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Over half of jobs in certain sectors of the UK economy are at risk if the coronavirus lockdown stays in place for a considerable amount of time, experts have warned.
Forecasts from the University of Essex’ Institute for Social and Economic Research (ISER) warn that the lockdown has the potential to temporarily wipe out at least 6.5 million jobs from the labour market, which is approximately a fifth of the national total.
While some sectors which are able to adapt to home working will be less heavily impacted, others which are reliant on foot-traffic are forecast to lose more than half of all jobs.
Hotels, pubs, bars and restaurants are predicted to suffer the worst rate of cuts, with 75.1 per cent of jobs lost, or around 1.3 million positions.
‘A continued lockdown is economically unsustainable’
Positions in the wholesale and retail industry are forecast to contract by 47.6 per cent – or roughly two million jobs – while transport and storage will lose 44 per cent per cent of roles, or some 700,000 positions.
800,000 jobs in the non-compulsory educational sector could disappear, with many of them in nurseries.
Some sectors are forecast to see a rise in jobs, including health and social work and professional, scientific and technical activities – but these do little to offset the overall impact on workers.
Other industries expected to get off lightly include defence, social security and real estate, as well as mining, energy and water supply – none of which are expected to see reductions of more than 3 per cent.
Labour markets expert Professor Matteo Richiardi, who led the research, cautioned that what proportion of the jobs are lost forever depends on the duration of the lockdown.
He told The Observer: “If this is short, say a few months, the links between employers and employees of affected industries might not be severed, and individual careers might not suffer too much.
“Under a longer lockdown, losses of human capital and scarring effects will occur. The economy will still bounce back, but at a higher cost for individuals.”
Prof Richiardi warned that a continued lockdown is economically unsustainable, and this will force the government to try and find a way to get the country working again.
He added: “We need to make the most out of the extra time the lockdown is buying us, and increase our capacity to trace and isolate new cases, especially asymptomatic cases, so that the economy can be restarted before a vaccine is ready.”
‘We need specific packages for badly hit sectors’
Of the disproportionate impact on some sectors, Prof Richiardi explained: “What our results show is that the extra support available will be drained more by workers coming from some sectors than others.
“This, however, needs to be complemented with targeted industrial policy, by means of specific packages for badly hit sectors, such as retail and education.”
Prof Richiardi said that the lockdown could be phased out earlier for some sectors to avoid doing too much long-term harm.
However, he stressed: “In deciding which sectors should reopen first, epidemiological considerations should be given priority, exactly as epidemiological considerations led to the decisions to close down those sectors in the first place.
“Countries that initially put the economy first, like the US, are not performing very well in the crisis, while countries where strong, early action took place, such as Taiwan, are experiencing reduced economic effects.”


inews--2020-04-19--One World: Lady Gaga's star-studded concert raises £103m as celebs praise healthcare workers

One World : Together At Home , which features some of the world 's biggest stars , will be broadcast on BBC on Sunday evening .
The eight-hour One World : Together At Home event , curated by Lady Gaga , has already raised more than $ 127 million ( £103m ) , according to co-organisers Global Citizen - which will be split between a World Health Organisation response fund and local relief efforts around the world .
The concert aired live on TV channels and streaming platforms across the world , with highlights set to air on BBC One @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who pulled the concert together in just days after the virus derailed the release of her sixth album , said : “ I ’ m so grateful for the healthcare workers , the medical workers , all the grocery store workers and delivery people , the postal workers , all the other nonprofits that are working so hard.
” Gaga kicked the evening off with a cover of Charlie Chaplin 's Smile , and was followed by Stevie Wonder who sang Lean On Me in tribute to the late Bill Withers .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Keith Richards , Ronnie Wood and Charlie Watts appeared from their homes to perform You Ca n't Always Get What You Want .
Sir Paul McCartney drew on his mother 's experience as `` a nurse and midwife just after and during the second World War '' as he called on governments to strengthen global healthcare efforts .
He said : “ As this Covid-19 pandemic is a global crisis , we all have to come together to fight it on a global scale .
“ Let ’ s tell our leaders we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ systems all around the world so that a crisis like this never happens again.
” Sitting behind his piano , he said : `` This is for everyone out there who 's been working on the front line .
Thank you , thank you , thank you.
” She said : `` Black Americans disproportionately belong to these essential parts of the workforce that do not have the luxury of working from home .
`` African-American communities at large have been severely affected in this crisis .
This virus is killing black people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ America . ''
She added : `` Please protect yourselves .
We are one family and we need you , we need your voices and your abilities and your strength all over this world.
” Later , Taylor Swift performed her song Soon You 'll Get Better , a poignant track about her mother 's cancer diagnosis , while Jennifer Lopez channelled Barbra Streisand as she sang People from the musical Funny Girl .

Celebrities including Lady Gaga, Sir Paul McCartney and Beyoncé paid moving tributes to the everyday heroism of frontline healthcare workers battling coronavirus at a special concert from their own homes on Saturday night.
The eight-hour One World: Together At Home event, curated by Lady Gaga, has already raised more than $127 million (£103m), according to co-organisers Global Citizen – which will be split between a World Health Organisation response fund and local relief efforts around the world.
The concert aired live on TV channels and streaming platforms across the world, with highlights set to air on BBC One on Sunday at 7.15pm.
Lady Gaga, who pulled the concert together in just days after the virus derailed the release of her sixth album, said: “I’m so grateful for the healthcare workers, the medical workers, all the grocery store workers and delivery people, the postal workers, all the other nonprofits that are working so hard.”
Emotional tributes
Gaga kicked the evening off with a cover of Charlie Chaplin’s Smile, and was followed by Stevie Wonder who sang Lean On Me in tribute to the late Bill Withers.
The Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood and Charlie Watts appeared from their homes to perform You Can’t Always Get What You Want.
Sir Paul McCartney drew on his mother’s experience as “a nurse and midwife just after and during the second World War” as he called on governments to strengthen global healthcare efforts.
He said: “As this Covid-19 pandemic is a global crisis, we all have to come together to fight it on a global scale.
“Let’s tell our leaders we need them to strengthen the health care systems all around the world so that a crisis like this never happens again.”
Sir Elton John – who was introduced by friends David and Victoria Beckham – performed an uplifting rendition of 1983 hit I’m Still Standing.
Sitting behind his piano, he said: “This is for everyone out there who’s been working on the front line. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”
Stark warning from Beyoncé
In one of the night’s most memorable moments, Beyoncé warned the coronavirus was having a disproportionate impact on black Americans.
She said: “Black Americans disproportionately belong to these essential parts of the workforce that do not have the luxury of working from home.
“African-American communities at large have been severely affected in this crisis. This virus is killing black people at an alarmingly high rate here in America.”
Beyoncé cited statistics from her home city of Houston, Texas, that showed 57 per cent of fatal Covid-19 cases are African-American.
She added: “Please protect yourselves. We are one family and we need you, we need your voices and your abilities and your strength all over this world.”
Former First Ladies Laura Bush and Michelle Obama together praised people around the world for their efforts tackling the virus.
Night to remember
Later, Taylor Swift performed her song Soon You’ll Get Better, a poignant track about her mother’s cancer diagnosis, while Jennifer Lopez channelled Barbra Streisand as she sang People from the musical Funny Girl.
Billie Eilish was joined by brother Finneas for a moving cover of Bobby Hebb’s 1966 song Sunny.
Pearl Jam front man Eddie Vedder performed River Cross, while Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes sang a cover of Louis Armstrong’s What A Wonderful World.
Lizzo sang A Change Is Gonna Come, and Keith Urban sat alongside wife Nicole Kidman as he performed a cover of Whitney Houston’s Higher Love.
In the show’s finale, Lady Gaga was joined by Andrea Bocelli, Celine Dion and John Legend for a performance of The Prayer.


inews--2020-04-19--Where was Too Hot to Handle filmed? Villa locations in Mexico for the Netflix dating series

Where was Too Hot to Handle filmed ?
Villa locations in Mexico for the Netflix dating series Ten singletons have been jetted off to a luxury paradise with the aim of finding love and winning $ 100,000 - but there 's a catch The Too Hot to Handle cast ( Photo : Netflix ) Too Hot to Handle is Netflix 's latest dip into the reality dating show ocean - and it 's already getting everyone excited .
Much like Love Island it sends 12 singletons in search of love off to paradise , with the winning couple taking home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There 's no touching allowed , and any sexual activity of any kind results in the $ 100,000 jackpot being reduced .
This is to encourage the contestants to forge meaningful connections with each other , but early signs suggest they do n't exactly find it easy to keep their hands to themselves .
`` Ten young , hot singles from around the world come together in a tropical paradise for what they think will be the most exotic and erotic summer of their lives - but there ’ s a twist .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ hook-up will have to give up all hanky panky for the entire retreat if they want to win the $ 100,000 grand prize .
No kissing , no heavy petting , and no self-gratification of any kind .
On Too Hot to Handle , all heavy petting is banned by a talking air freshener called Lana ( Photo : Netflix )

Too Hot to Handle is Netflix‘s latest dip into the reality dating show ocean – and it’s already getting everyone excited.
Much like Love Island it sends 12 singletons in search of love off to paradise, with the winning couple taking home a cash prize.
The catch? There’s no touching allowed, and any sexual activity of any kind results in the $100,000 jackpot being reduced.
This is to encourage the contestants to forge meaningful connections with each other, but early signs suggest they don’t exactly find it easy to keep their hands to themselves.
‘Luxury no-bone zone’
“Ten young, hot singles from around the world come together in a tropical paradise for what they think will be the most exotic and erotic summer of their lives – but there’s a twist.
“These commitment-phobes who love a casual hook-up will have to give up all hanky panky for the entire retreat if they want to win the $100,000 grand prize. No kissing, no heavy petting, and no self-gratification of any kind.


inews--2020-04-19--Can I drive somewhere to walk my dog or exercise? The UK coronavirus lockdown rules on driving, expl

Can I drive somewhere to walk my dog or exercise? The UK coronavirus lockdown rules on driving, explained

Can I drive somewhere to walk my dog or exercise ?
The UK coronavirus lockdown rules on driving , explained With social distancing measures tightened up and life under lockdown continuing , some people have questions about what they can still do Under government guidance , people are allowed to go out once daily for exercise - but does this include driving to a beauty spot or park to run or walk your dog ?
Can I drive to take my dog on a walk ?
The current rules being enforced by the lockdown states that there are only four @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : The Government has clarified that only essential travel should be undertaken , and that daily exercise should occur locally and close to home .
`` Stay local and use open spaces near to your home where possible – do not travel unnecessarily , '' the guidance states .
As lockdown rules continue to be enforced , The National Police Chiefs ’ Council ( NPCC ) has issued guidance for people about what they can and can not do when leaving their homes .
The current rules being enforced by the lockdown states @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should be leaving your home : What you ’ re not allowed to do is drive for a prolonged period of time for only a brief amount of exercise , or take a short walk to something like a park bench where you sit for a long period .
Given current circumstances , you probably should not be driving to a separate location to exercise or walk your dog , but in some cases it is permitted .
In the list released by the government , it stated : “ Parks will remain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exercise once a day .
The National Trust also announced that they are closing all of their gardens and parks as well due to the spread of coronavirus .
Their statement said : “ We have now closed all of our gated gardens and parks as well as our houses , cafes and shops to help restrict the spread of the coronavirus , and by the end of Tuesday 24 March , we will close all our car parks .
“ We believe it is important that people do not travel , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ distancing measures .
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Under government guidance, people are now allowed to go outside for more than their once daily exercise – in fact, outdoor exercise is now no longer limited. But does this include driving to a beauty spot or park to run or walk your dog?
Here’s what you should know.
Can I drive to take my dog on a walk?
Current rules being enforced by the lockdown states that there are only four reasons you should be leaving your home:
Daily exercise (which includes walking your dog)
Shopping for essentials
Travelling to and from work
To fulfil medical needs
The UK Government has now updated the daily exercise allowance, from one form of daily exercise a day to an unlimited amount of exercise each day.
This will be permitted from Wednesday 13 May, and social distancing measures will still need to be followed.
Boris Johnson said: “From this Wednesday, we want to encourage people to take more and even unlimited amounts of outdoor exercise.”
Driving to other destinations to do this exercise, which includes dog walking, is also allowed.
“You can sit in the sun in your local park, you can drive to other destinations, you can even play sports but only with members of your own household,” Johnson explained.
Are parks closed?
In the list released by the government, it stated: “Parks will remain open only for individuals and households to exercise.
“Communal spaces within parks such as playgrounds and football pitches will be closed.”
The National Trust also announced that they are closing all of their gardens and parks as well due to the spread of coronavirus.
Their statement said: “We have now closed all of our gated gardens and parks as well as our houses, cafes and shops to help restrict the spread of the coronavirus, and by the end of Tuesday 24 March, we will close all our car parks.
“We believe it is important that people do not travel, and instead stay at home and observe social distancing measures.”


inews--2020-04-19--WWE releases list: the wrestlers released from the 2020 roster, from Mike Chioda to Sarah Logan

WWE releases list : the wrestlers released from the 2020 roster , from Mike Chioda to Sarah Logan Talent releases are not uncommon , but the sheer number has sent shockwaves through the wrestling world Who has been released ?
It 's also been reported that talent working for the company 's 'developmental ' NXT brand - where wrestlers hone their craft before they are 'called up ' to WWE 's bigger shows - have been given 30 days pay , after which they have been told they are `` free to do whatever they want . ''
High profile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's Performance Centre gym , with no fans in attendance ( Photo : WWE.com ) How can WWE continue at this time ?
John Cena and Bray Wyatt 's 'Firefly Funhouse ' match was about as 'arthouse ' as WWE will ever get ( Photo : WWE.com ) What are other wrestling companies doing ?
74-year old Vince McMahon presides over WWE ; long-time fans have been calling for his retirement in the face of dwindling TV ratings for years ( Photo : Mark A. Wallenfang/Getty Image ) WWE ploughs on regardless , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ McMahon , a personal friend of Donald Trump , and the man behind a product that has been waning in quality ( and the number of fans tuning in ) dramatically for years .

It’s a strange time for most sectors, with coronavirus wreaking havoc on the intricacies of every day life.
But consider the already strange world of professional wrestling, where men and women in trunks simulate hard-hitting, physical combat for the enjoyment and entertainment of others.
The biggest, and most famous, wrestling promotion out there is WWE, but it seems not even a multi-million dollar entertainment company is immune to the effects of the novel virus.
Yesterday (15 April), following a company wide conference call to employees that was reported to have lasted only five minutes, WWE released an unprecedented number of its staff, spurred on by Covid uncertainty that many of us are feeling.
These kinds of talent releases are not uncommon, and the company often makes cuts to shore up its budgets and get rid of any underutilised wrestlers.
But the sheer number of this week’s releases has sent shockwaves throughout the wrestling world, an industry that is infamously non-unionised, particularly in its upper “leagues”.
Who has been released?
https://twitter.com/WWEMaverick/status/1250493936185102339
At the time of writing WWE has released over 30 employees, a list of names that includes not just wrestlers, but backstage producers, commentators and trainers.
The 20+ wrestlers who have been released by the company include British grappler Drake Maverick, who posted an emotional video to Twitter shortly after the news broke.
The list of names also includes married couple Mike and Maria Kanellis, Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson (who technically appeared as part of a Wrestlemania ‘main event’ match in early April) and Hall of Famer Kurt Angle, who was working in a backstage role at the time.
Some of the names – including Heath Slater and Zack Ryder – had been with the company for around 15 years.
The full list of released wrestlers is as follows (real names in brackets): Drake Maverick (James Curtin)
Curt Hawkins (Brian Myers)
Karl Anderson (Chad Allegra)
Luke Gallows (Drew Hankinson)
Heath Slater (Heath Miller)
Aiden English (Matthew Rehwoldt)
Eric Young (Jeremy Fritz)
EC3 (Michael Hutter)
Lio Rush (Lionel Green)
Kurt Angle
Sarah Logan (Sarah Rowe)
Mike Chioda
Primo (Edwin Colon)
Epico (Orlando Colon Nieves)
Rowan (Joseph Ruud)
Mike Kanellis (Mike Bennett)
Maria Kanellis
Zack Ryder (Matthew Cardona)
No Way Jose (Levis Valenzuela)
Rusev (Miroslav Barnyashev)
Deonna Purrazzo
Aleksandar Jaksic
It’s also been reported that talent working for the company’s ‘developmental’ NXT brand – where wrestlers hone their craft before they are ‘called up’ to WWE’s bigger shows – have been given 30 days pay, after which they have been told they are “free to do whatever they want.”
How is WWE handling coronavirus?
It’s been a bit of a weird time for the company.
Earlier this month they hosted Wrestlemania – normally an annual Superbowl-style showcase of wrestling talent held in front of tens of thousands of screaming fans – at the company’s Performance Centre in Orlando, Florida.
Essentially a glorified gym used to train up the newest recruits, the Performance Centre shows were empty of fans, filmed with a limited crew and entirely devoid of atmosphere.
Many fans had called for the complete postponement of the event ahead of its pre-recorded broadcast, but strangely, Wrestlemania 36 didn’t turn out as bad as many had predicted.
There were a number of matches that were genuinely worth watching, and WWE even got round Covid-imposed restrictions by filming certain high-profile bouts in a ‘cinematic’ style.
A ‘match’ between wrestler turned Hollywood actor John Cena and his rival Bray “The Fiend” Wyatt more resembled an extended scene from Being John Malkovich, for instance.
A deep dive into Cena’s psyche that referenced everything from his WWE debut to fans’ continued calls for him to “turn heel” (bad guy), it was divisive sure.
But for a twisted take on the usual pro-wrestling format, it has to be seen to be believed.
How can WWE continue at this time?
The company have been broadcasting their weekly ‘live’ shows from their Performance Centre for a number of weeks now, albeit in a pre-taped form. But this week, they switched back to live broadcasting.
That was initially in direct conflict with state-wide orders issued by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, but DeSantis later clarified the lockdown measures, and deemed WWE an “essential” business, delivering entertainment to a nation suffering under the crisis.
WWE have been quick to point out they’re taking the “current circumstances” (they noticeable refuse to mention coronavirus by name on-air) seriously, screening talent before they’re allowed on the premises of any filming.
But with many of the more established members of the roster not living in the Orlando area, that means they’re having to fly in to each show.
That includes older members of the cast, including commentator Jerry “The King” Lawler, who’s 70 years old and suffered a legitimate, on-air heart attack during a show in 2012.
Oh, and since this week’s Monday Night RAW, he’s been under fire for referring to the move of Japanese wrestler Akira Tozawa as the “Ramen Noodle Moonsault.”
What are other wrestling companies doing?
Wrestling is in a weird place right now (this article only scratches the surface). Companies smaller than WWE have ceased all events indefinitely.
New Japan Pro Wrestling (arguably the world’s second biggest wrestling company) this week banded together with other promotions from Japan to argue that professional-wrestling should be the last ‘sport’ to be revived post-Covid; the health of talent and fans is far more important.
A difference in culture which is to be applauded.
WWE ploughs on regardless, spearheaded by its 74-year old CEO Vince McMahon, a personal friend of Donald Trump, and the man behind a product that has been waning in quality (and the number of fans tuning in) dramatically for years.


inews--2020-04-19--Fortnite Midas challenges: where to find the Golden Llama and XP coins - plus the full mission expla

Fortnite Midas challenges: where to find the Golden Llama and XP coins - plus the full mission explained

Fortnite Midas challenges : where to find the Golden Llama and XP coins - plus the full mission explained The next two weeks in Fortnite are devoted to the Tier 100 Battle Pass skin , Midas Well , that 's not strictly true .
After Epic Games announced the arrival of Season 3 has been delayed until early June , there 'll likely be a lot more 'overtime ' challenges in the coming weeks .
But in terms of the original plan , this is the last week , and it 's one of the best looking batches of tasks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This week 's challenges ask you to do everything from carrying the giant pink teddy bear found in Risky Reels 100 metres to dealing damage to a Choppa with a passenger or pilot inside .
But it seems the two challenges that are giving players the most grief are the ones that ask you to search Midas ’ golden llama between a junk yard , gas station and an RV campsite , and collect five XP coins .
We 'll put a full list of this week 's challenges at the bottom of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to complete those two : How to collect five XP coins XP coins can be found hidden across the map , and gift the player XP points depending on their value .
Gold/orange XP Coins give the player 2000 XP and are usually found in vaults , while purple XP Coins are worth 1250 XP - though they explode into smaller coins which you have to race to collect .
Blue XP Coins grant 900 XP , and once you hear them appear you have to find them in the area before they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the rarity of the coin does not matter - that ’ s the challenge completed , and an extra 40,000 XP for your character .
Where to search between a Junk Yard , Gas Station and RV Campsite This is no ordinary Fortnite llama - oh no - what you 're looking for here is actually a golden llama head mounted on a wall .
Look for the bridge between Frenzy Farm and Dirty Darks , and right by it you should see the tiny , non-descript building that houses the golden llama @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is land there and search it ; this is one of the easier challenges to complete on the list .
The full list of Midas Challenges for this week : How does the Midas mission work ?

We’ve reached the final week of Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 2, and with it, the final weekly batch of challenges.
Well, that’s not strictly true. After Epic Games announced the arrival of Season 3 has been delayed until early June, there’ll likely be a lot more ‘overtime’ challenges in the coming weeks.
But in terms of the original plan, this is the last week, and it’s one of the best looking batches of tasks we’ve seen in a while.
This week’s challenges ask you to do everything from carrying the giant pink teddy bear found in Risky Reels 100 metres to dealing damage to a Choppa with a passenger or pilot inside.
But it seems the two challenges that are giving players the most grief are the ones that ask you to search Midas’ golden llama between a junk yard, gas station and an RV campsite, and collect five XP coins.
We’ll put a full list of this week’s challenges at the bottom of this article, but here’s how to complete those two:
How to collect five XP coins
XP coins can be found hidden across the map, and gift the player XP points depending on their value.
Gold/orange XP Coins give the player 2000 XP and are usually found in vaults, while purple XP Coins are worth 1250 XP – though they explode into smaller coins which you have to race to collect.
Blue XP Coins grant 900 XP, and once you hear them appear you have to find them in the area before they vanish
Green XP Coins are only worth 450 XP, but there are no gimmicks here!
Once you’ve collected five – the rarity of the coin does not matter – that’s the challenge completed, and an extra 40,000 XP for your character.
Where to search between a Junk Yard, Gas Station and RV Campsite
This challenges ask you to to search Midas’ golden llama between a junk yard, gas station and an RV campsite.
This is no ordinary Fortnite llama – oh no – what you’re looking for here is actually a golden llama head mounted on a wall.
To find this llama head, you’ll want to head to the junk yard, gas station and RV campsite near Frenzy Farm.
Look for the bridge between Frenzy Farm and Dirty Darks, and right by it you should see the tiny, non-descript building that houses the golden llama near.
All you have to do is land there and search it; this is one of the easier challenges to complete on the list.
The full list of Midas Challenges for this week:
Search chests in different named locations (0/6)
Deal damage to players with sniper rifles (0/300)
Upgrade a weapon to legendary rarity at an upgrade bench (0/1)
Search a llama, legendary chest or supply drop (0/1)
Deal damage to a Choppa with a passenger or pilot inside (0/100)
Collect XP coins (0/5)
Carry a giant pink teddy bear found in Risky Reels 100 meters (0/100)
Search Midas’ golden llama between a junk yard, gas station and an RV campsite (0/1)
Gather intel during Spy Games operation matches (0/10)
Earn survival, combat or scavenger gold medals (0/3)
How does the Midas mission work?
The next two weeks in Fortnite are devoted to the Tier 100 Battle Pass skin, Midas.
Completing 18 of his challenges will allow you to choose either his Ghost or Shadow skin variants.


inews--2020-04-19--Is Unorthodox a true story? How the memoir of Deborah Feldman inspired the Netflix series

Is Unorthodox a true story ?
How the memoir of Deborah Feldman inspired the Netflix series The new drama is @ @ @ @ @ 2012 memoir Unorthodox : The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots Unorthodox tells the story @ @ @ @ @ runs away from home and an arranged marriage to start a new life in Berlin @ @ @ @ @ Netflix 's latest offering Unorthodox has introduced viewers to Esther `` Esty '' Shapiro ( @ @ @ @ @ , a young woman who rejects her Hasidic upbringing to start a new life in @ @ @ @ @ episodes , Esty is seen struggling with what is expected of her in the ultra-orthodox @ @ @ @ @ arranged marriage with the Hasidic community in Williamsburg , Brooklyn , for a new life @ @ @ @ @ getting her hair shaved off as per the tradition when a woman gets married ( @ @ @ @ @ left New York for Berlin a lot quicker than Deborah Feldman did ( Photo : @ @

Netflix’s latest offering Unorthodox has introduced viewers to Esther “Esty” Shapiro (played by Shira Haas), a young woman who rejects her Hasidic upbringing to start a new life in Berlin.
Throughout the four episodes, Esty is seen struggling with what is expected of her in the ultra-orthodox community before she flees her arranged marriage with the Hasidic community in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, for a new life.
The highly emotive drama is inspired by bestselling memoir Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots by Deborah Feldman.
Here’s all you need to know about Unorthodox.
Is Unorthodox a true story?


inews--2020-04-19--Is Miracle in Cell No. 7 a true story? How the Turkish film on Netflix was inspired by an award-winn

Is Miracle in Cell No. 7 a true story? How the Turkish film on Netflix was inspired by an award-winning South Korean original

Is Miracle in Cell No .
7 a true story ?
How the Turkish film on Netflix was inspired by an award-winning South Korean original The Turkish film , which has been trending on Netflix , is an adaptation of the South Korean original The film follows a young girl called Ova and her dad Memo who is wrongly accused of killing a young girl ( Photo : PR ) What is Miracle in Cell No 7 about ?
The Turkish film - Yedinci Kogustaki Mucize in its native language - was released in 2019 and tells the story of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ova and her dad Memo , who has a cognitive disorder .
The pair live happily until Memo is wrongly accused of killing a high-ranking military official 's daughter .
Memo ends up being sent to prison for the crime he did n't commit .
Despite being without her dad , Ova vows to prove his innocence .
She enlists the help of her great grandmother and school teachers to find the witness Memo claimed he saw when the high-ranking military official 's daughter suffered an accident and died .
The story continues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ executed , but a series of flashback scenes prove that another prisoner - Yusuf Aga - took his place when he realised that Memo needed to be reunited with Ova .
Is Miracle in Cell No 7 a true story ?
The film is not based on a true story but it was inspired by a South Korean film that had the same name and was released in 2013 .
The film focuses on the bond between father and daughter ( Photo : PR ) What has the reaction to the film been @ @

As the lockdown continues, more and more people are delving through Netflix to find something to watch.
Alongside the streaming service’s array of popular documentaries and dramas, Miracle in Cell No 7, has risen through the ranks to become one of Netflix’s top trending movies.
Here’s all you need to know about Miracle in Cell No 7.
What is Miracle in Cell No 7 about?
The Turkish film – Yedinci Kogustaki Mucize in its native language – was released in 2019 and tells the story of the relationship between a young girl called Ova and her dad Memo, who has a cognitive disorder. The pair live happily until Memo is wrongly accused of killing a high-ranking military official’s daughter.
Memo ends up being sent to prison for the crime he didn’t commit. Despite being without her dad, Ova vows to prove his innocence. She enlists the help of her great grandmother and school teachers to find the witness Memo claimed he saw when the high-ranking military official’s daughter suffered an accident and died.
Meanwhile, in prison, Memo’s life goes from bad to worse when the prisoners turn against him and he’s sentenced to death by hanging when he’s found guilty of murder.
The story continues with the assumption that Memo has been executed, but a series of flashback scenes prove that another prisoner – Yusuf Aga – took his place when he realised that Memo needed to be reunited with Ova.
After being assisted out of jail, Memo and Ova are reunited and they sail away on a boat together to start a new life in a different country.
Is Miracle in Cell No 7 a true story?
The film is not based on a true story but it was inspired by a South Korean film that had the same name and was released in 2013.
However, unlike the Turkish version that pulls on the heartstrings, the original South Korean adaptation is more of a comedy-drama.
The popular film was also adapted and released in the Phillippines, Indonesia and India.
What has the reaction to the film been like?
After watching the film, many viewers took to social media to share their verdict.
“I just finished watching a miracle in cell no. 7 & let me just say I don’t think I’ve ever cried so much during a movie,” wrote one.
Another agreed when they posted on the social networking site: “Miracle in cell no. 7 made it known to the world that men can cry too.”
“So I watched this movie A miracle in cell No 7. I cried a lot. I’m not even ashamed to admit this,” a third Twitter user shared.
One viewer tweeted: “Miracle In Cell No. 7 is without a doubt an 11 out of 10. I haven’t cried like this in years. Work of art.”


inews--2020-04-19--Benefits increase April 2020: how much tax credits, Universal Credit, Child Benefit plus more have g

Benefits increase April 2020: how much tax credits, Universal Credit, Child Benefit plus more have gone up by

Benefits increase April 2020 : how much tax credits , Universal Credit , Child Benefit plus more have gone up by The Government 's benefits freeze is coming to an end after five years Some benefits claimants will see their payments increase from this April as the five-year-long benefits freeze comes to an end .
It will be the first cash increase claimants of working age benefits have seen since 2015 .
For example , the standard allowance for Universal Credit will increase by 1.7 per cent , raising the monthly total by over £5 for some claimants , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has introduced another increase in response to the coronavirus outbreak , which has forced more people to apply for Universal Credit .
From April , for 12 months , the Universal Credit standard allowance will increase by £20 a week .
The rate of Universal Credit will increase by 1.7 per cent ( Photo : Getty ) Why are some benefits increasing ?
The rates of working age benefits , including Universal Credit and Jobseeker 's Allowance , will increase in spring because the benefits freeze is coming to an end .
Their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decision by the former Conservative chancellor George Osborne .
It means that , for the last four years , payments have not risen in line with inflation to reflect the rising cost of living .
But last year the Government announced the benefits freeze would end .
Payments will increase by 1.7 per cent , which was the rate of inflation for September 2019 .
Work and pensions minister Will Quince said : `` The Government are committed to supporting the most vulnerable in our society .
In this order , the Government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2020-21 on increasing benefit and pension rates .
`` With this spending , we are upholding our commitment to the country ’ s pensioners by maintaining the triple lock and helping the poorest pensioners who count on pension credit ; spending an additional £1bn on working-age benefits and ensuring that we continue to support working people ; and providing essential support to disabled people and carers . ''
Some MPs and charities have said that after a four-year freeze , the 1.7 per cent rate of uplift is not enough .
How much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ April , some claimants will see their income rise increase by 1.7 per cent , in line with inflation .
From £498.89 to £507.37 a month , for couples with a joint claim and where one ( or both ) partner is aged 25 or over .
However , for the next 12 months , there will be a further increase on top of the annual uprating , which is equivalent to £1,040 a year , or £20 a week .
Working Tax Credit ( except the childcare element ) and Child Tax @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are also increasing by at least 1.7 per cent .
Disability and carer benefits are also set to increase by 1.7 per cent this year , however they were not subject to the benefits freeze .

Some benefits claimants will have seen their payments increase from this April as the five-year-long benefits freeze comes to an end.
It is the first cash increase claimants of working age benefits have seen since 2015.
For example, the standard allowance for Universal Credit is increasing by 1.7 per cent, raising the monthly total by over £5 for some claimants, or nearly £65 a year.
The Government has introduced another increase in response to the coronavirus outbreak, which has forced more people to apply for Universal Credit. From April, for 12 months, the Universal Credit standard allowance is increasing by £20 a week.
Why are some benefits increasing?
The rates of working age benefits, including Universal Credit and Jobseeker’s Allowance, are increasing because the benefits freeze is coming to an end.
Their rates were capped in 2016 following a decision by the former Conservative chancellor George Osborne. It means that, for the last four years, payments have not risen in line with inflation to reflect the rising cost of living.
The freeze affected Jobseekers’ Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance (personal allowances and work-related activity component, Income Support, Child and Working Tax Credit (non-disability-related elements), Housing benefits (various allowances/premiums and LHA rates), Universal Credit and Child Benefit.
Disability and carer benefits were not affected by the freeze.
But last year the Government announced the benefits freeze would end. Payments will increase by 1.7 per cent, which was the rate of inflation for September 2019.
The Government could spend an extra £5bn on the policy.
Work and pensions minister Will Quince said: “The Government are committed to supporting the most vulnerable in our society. In this order, the Government propose to spend an extra £5bn in 2020-21 on increasing benefit and pension rates.
“With this spending, we are upholding our commitment to the country’s pensioners by maintaining the triple lock and helping the poorest pensioners who count on pension credit; spending an additional £1bn on working-age benefits and ensuring that we continue to support working people; and providing essential support to disabled people and carers.”
Some MPs and charities have said that after a four-year freeze, the 1.7 per cent rate of uplift is not enough.
How much will benefits go up by?
From April, some claimants will see their income rise increase by 1.7 per cent, in line with inflation.
Universal Credit
From £317.82 to £323.22 a month, for claimants aged 25 or over in receipt of the standard allowance.
From £498.89 to £507.37 a month, for couples with a joint claim and where one (or both) partner is aged 25 or over.
Coronavirus increase
However, for the next 12 months, there will be a further increase on top of the annual uprating, which is equivalent to £1,040 a year, or £20 a week.
So the increase will be:
From £317.82 to £409.89 a month, for claimants aged 25 or over in receipt of the standard allowance.
The Working Tax Credit basic element will also increase by more than £1,000 for 12 months.
Employment and Support Allowance, Income Support, Jobseeker’s Allowance (income-based)
From £73.10 to £74.35 a week, for a single person aged 25 or over, or a lone parent aged 18 or over.
Child benefit
Child Benefit will go from £20.70 to £21.05 a week.
Working Tax Credit (except the childcare element) and Child Tax Credit (except the family element) are also increasing by at least 1.7 per cent.
Disability and carer benefits
Disability and carer benefits are also set to increase by 1.7 per cent this year, however they were not subject to the benefits freeze.
The higher rate of Attendance Allowance is increasing from £87.65 a week to £89.15.
Carer’s Allowance will move from £66.15 a week to £67.25.
The weekly rate of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Disability Living Allowance (DLA) will also go up by 1.7 per cent. The enhanced PIP daily living rate and the highest rate for DLA will increase from £87.65 a week to £89.15.
For more details about the increases for different benefits and circumstances, click here.


inews--2020-04-19--Universal Credit increase April 2020: how much the DWP benefit has risen, how to claim it and who is

Universal Credit increase April 2020: how much the DWP benefit has risen, how to claim it and who is eligible

Universal Credit increase April 2020 : how much the DWP benefit has risen , how to claim it and who is eligible Universal Credit payments will rise for the first time in five years , benefitting around 2.5 million households People who receive Universal Credit will have seen a boost to their payments from 6 April , as the benefit is given a 1.7 per cent rise .
The increase will see around 2.5 million households better off following a five year freeze on the amount payable .
Universal Credit is a payment that is made to help those who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out of work , with living costs .
It is paid in monthly installments , or twice a month for some people in Scotland .
Anyone who previously received any of these benefits does not need to do anything to move across to Universal Credit , unless your circumstances have changed , or you are contacted by the Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ) .
You can not claim Universal Credit if you receive , or are entitled to , the severe disability premium .
How much will Universal Credit increase @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by 1.7 per cent on 6 April 2020 , marking the first time they have increased since 2015 .
Single Universal Credit claimants aged under 25 will see payments go up from £251.77 per month to £342.74 .
Joint claimants who are both under 25 will get an increase from £395.20 per month to £488.59 , while those over 25 will see a rise from £498.89 per month to £594.04 .
Who is eligible for Universal Credit ?
To be eligible to claim Universal Credit , you need to meet one of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ partner have £16,000 or less in savings between you The number of children you have does not affect your eligibility for Universal Credit , but it may affect how much you get .
If you live with your partner , their income and savings will be taken into account - even if they are not eligible for Universal Credit .

People who receive Universal Credit will have seen a boost to their payments from 6 April, with the benefit given a 1.7 per cent rise.
The increase will see around 2.5 million households better off following a five year freeze on the amount payable.
What is Universal Credit?
Universal Credit is a payment that is made to help those who are on a low income, or out of work, with living costs.
It is paid in monthly installments, or twice a month for some people in Scotland.
The payment replaces Child Tax Credit, Housing Benefit, Income Support, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) and Working Tax Credit.
Anyone who previously received any of these benefits does not need to do anything to move across to Universal Credit, unless your circumstances have changed, or you are contacted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
You cannot claim Universal Credit if you receive, or are entitled to, the severe disability premium.
How much will Universal Credit increase?
All working age benefits payments rose by 1.7 per cent on 6 April 2020, marking the first time they have increased since 2015.
For 12 months, the government is increasing Universal Credit payments by £1,000, amounting to around £80 extra per month.
This increase will apply to all new and existing claimants.
Single Universal Credit claimants aged under 25 will see payments go up from £251.77 per month to £342.74.
Single claimants aged over 25 will see a rise from £317.82 per month to £409.89.
Joint claimants who are both under 25 will get an increase from £395.20 per month to £488.59, while those over 25 will see a rise from £498.89 per month to £594.04.
Who is eligible for Universal Credit?
To be eligible to claim Universal Credit, you need to meet one of the following criteria:
– you’re on a low income or unemployed
– you’re 18 or over (there are some exceptions if you’re 16 to 17)
– you’re under State Pension age (or your partner is)
– you and your partner have £16,000 or less in savings between you
– you live in the UK
The number of children you have does not affect your eligibility for Universal Credit, but it may affect how much you get.
If you live with your partner, their income and savings will be taken into account – even if they are not eligible for Universal Credit.
To check your eligibility for Universal Credit, visit gov.uk.
How to claim
To apply for Universal Credit, you will need to complete an application form online.
To do this, you will require:
– your bank, building society or credit union account details (call the Universal Credit helpline if you
– do not have one on 0800 328 5644)
– an email address
– information about your housing, such as how much rent you pay
– details of your income, such as payslips
– details of savings and any investments, like shares or a property that you rent out
– details of how much you pay for childcare if you’re applying for help with childcare costs
You will also have to verify your identity online, either via a driving licence, passport, or a debit or credit card.
If you and your partner live together, you will have to apply as a couple, even if you are not married.


inews--2020-04-19--Which 3D animals are on Google? The full list, from lions and tigers to sharks and pandas

Which 3D animals are on Google ?
The full list , from lions and tigers to sharks and pandas Last year , Google introduced a new way for people to interact with their favourite animals online , thanks to augmented reality With technology always evolving , the way we learn is changing too - like using augmented reality to learn about animals .
For parents with children staying indoors , this provides a fun new way to learn about their favourite animals .
How do I view 3D animals on Google ?
To use the feature , you ’ ll @ @ @ @ @ @ @ example : ‘ giant panda ’ .
Just underneath the image search results and the Wikipedia description of the panda , you ’ ll be able to see a little box that says , “ Meet a life-sized giant panda up close ” .
Click the ‘ view in 3D ’ button , then click ‘ view in your space ’ to see the panda in your own surroundings .
You ’ ll need to give Google access to your camera for it to be able to insert the panda into your space @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There are loads of different animals you can see through the feature .
It first gained popularity when people realised they could see a huge 3D panda when they googled the animal - but there ’ s a huge list of animals the feature works for .
But the list is endless - you and your kids could discover many more animals to learn about .
What does AR enabled mean ?
In order to access this feature , your device will need to be AR enabled .
For Android users , Google @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or later , originally shipped with the Google Play store already installed , and internet access .
For iPhone users , you need to be running iOS 11.0 or later .
You ’ ll likely already be running iOS 11.0 or later , but if you ’ re not sure , simply head to your settings > general and then tap software update .

With technology always evolving, the way we learn is changing too – like using augmented reality to learn about animals.
For parents with children staying indoors, this provides a fun new way to learn about their favourite animals.
How do I view 3D animals on Google?
To use the feature, you’ll need to google an animal, for example: ‘giant panda’.
Just underneath the image search results and the Wikipedia description of the panda, you’ll be able to see a little box that says, “Meet a life-sized giant panda up close”.
Click the ‘view in 3D’ button, then click ‘view in your space’ to see the panda in your own surroundings.
You’ll need to give Google access to your camera for it to be able to insert the panda into your space.
What animals can you find?
There are loads of different animals you can see through the feature.
It first gained popularity when people realised they could see a huge 3D panda when they googled the animal – but there’s a huge list of animals the feature works for.
You can also find a:
Lion
Tiger
Cheetah
Shark
Hedgehog
Duck
Emperor penguin
Wolf
Angler fish
Goat
Rottweiler
Snakes
Eagle
Brown bear
Alligator
Horse
Shetland pony
Macaw
Pug
Turtle
Cat
Octopus
Dog
But the list is endless – you and your kids could discover many more animals to learn about.
What does AR enabled mean?
In order to access this feature, your device will need to be AR enabled.
For Android users, Google requires an operating system of Android 7.0 or later, originally shipped with the Google Play store already installed, and internet access.
For iPhone users, you need to be running iOS 11.0 or later. You’ll likely already be running iOS 11.0 or later, but if you’re not sure, simply head to your settings > general and then tap software update.
If there is a software update available, hit download and install.


inews--2020-04-19--Where is The Good Karma Hospital filmed? Shooting locations in Sri Lanka for the ITV series

Where is The Good Karma Hospital filmed ?
Shooting locations in Sri Lanka for the ITV series The cast and crew of the hit ITV drama film scenes in the town of Unawatuna , situated in southern Sri Lanka The Good Karma Hospital has returned to ITV for a third season to pick up where it left off with Dr Lydia Fonseca and her team facing a tirade of new cases .
However , season three is set to be `` darker '' as Dr Fonseca and nurse Mari Rodriguez are forced to put their own struggles aside after a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ survives a violent attack .
As always , the hospital will continue to be the main hub where all the drama happens .
Whilst the drama is set in South India , filming for the popular ITV drama actually takes place in southern Sri Lanka .
Where was The Good Karma Hospital filmed ?
The building that is transformed into the Good Karma Hospital is situated in the centre of Unawatuna and is used as a teacher training college when the drama is n't filming there .
Speaking about the town in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Neil Morrissey said : `` At the southern tip of Sri Lanka , the beach is beautiful during the day and has everything : sun , sea , great surfing , snorkelling and scuba diving . ''
The building the hospital is situated in is used as a teacher training college when filming ends ( Photo : ITV ) Other scenes have been filmed in and around the suburb of Galle , The town of Weligama in the Matara District in southern Sri Lanka has also provided a backdrop for the drama alongside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lanka .
What happens in The Good Karma Hospital season three ?
Dr Lydia Fonseca and her team will be faced with a shocking case involving Jyoti Gill , a member of the nursing team who survives a violent attack .
Both Lydia and Nurse Mari are particularly affected and struggle to provide the care she needs .
As Mari has to set aside her prejudices to support her friend , Lydia must revisit some emotional places in her own past to show Jyoti the way forward .
Elsewhere , the ongoing love @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gabriel Varma will continue as the series will see the couple get closer than ever before .
However , the arrival of a talented , glamorous older surgeon from Gabriel ’ s past threatens to derail their relationship .
Ruby also faces a tricky dilemma over where her home lies – with her newfound Indian family , or at the bustling hospital .
Meanwhile , AJ returns to the hospital as a Junior Doctor and is desperate to please his dad Dr Ram Nair .
Meanwhile , Greg is forced to reconnect with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ takes places in towns across southern Sri Lanka ( Photo : ITV ) Who stars in The Good Karma Hospital ?

The Good Karma Hospital has returned to ITV for a third season to pick up where it left off with Dr Lydia Fonseca and her team facing a tirade of new cases.
However, season three is set to be “darker” as Dr Fonseca and nurse Mari Rodriguez are forced to put their own struggles aside after a member of the hospital’s nursing team survives a violent attack.
As always, the hospital will continue to be the main hub where all the drama happens. Whilst the drama is set in South India, filming for the popular ITV drama actually takes place in southern Sri Lanka.
Here’s all you need to know about where The Good Karma Hospital is filmed.
Where was The Good Karma Hospital filmed?
Unawatuna, southern Sri Lanka
Filming for the third season of The Good Karma Hospital took place in a town called Unawatuna in southern Sri Lanka.
The area is known for its coral reef and its palm-lined beaches and is approximately 67 miles south of Colombo.
The building that is transformed into the Good Karma Hospital is situated in the centre of Unawatuna and is used as a teacher training college when the drama isn’t filming there.
Speaking about the town in a 2018 interview with the Radio Times, Neil Morrissey said: “At the southern tip of Sri Lanka, the beach is beautiful during the day and has everything: sun, sea, great surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving.”
Galle, Weligama and Hikkuduwa
Other scenes have been filmed in and around the suburb of Galle, The town of Weligama in the Matara District in southern Sri Lanka has also provided a backdrop for the drama alongside Hikkuduwa, a town in southwestern Sri Lanka.
What happens in The Good Karma Hospital season three?
Dr Lydia Fonseca and her team will be faced with a shocking case involving Jyoti Gill, a member of the nursing team who survives a violent attack. Both Lydia and Nurse Mari are particularly affected and struggle to provide the care she needs.
As Mari has to set aside her prejudices to support her friend, Lydia must revisit some emotional places in her own past to show Jyoti the way forward.
Elsewhere, the ongoing love story between Dr Ruby Walker and Dr Gabriel Varma will continue as the series will see the couple get closer than ever before. However, the arrival of a talented, glamorous older surgeon from Gabriel’s past threatens to derail their relationship.
Ruby also faces a tricky dilemma over where her home lies – with her newfound Indian family, or at the bustling hospital. Meanwhile, AJ returns to the hospital as a Junior Doctor and is desperate to please his dad Dr Ram Nair. Meanwhile, Greg is forced to reconnect with long-neglected family.
Amid the drama, the new series will introduce a new character called Ted Dalrymple who arrives in India from the UK looking for a love from his past.
Who stars in The Good Karma Hospital?
Amanda Redman returns as Dr Lydia Fonseca alongside Game of Thrones actress Amrita Acharia and James Krishna Floyd as Dr Ruby Walker and Dr Gabriel Varma.
Nimmi Harasgama will also be seen back on screen as nurse Mari alongside Darshan Jariwalla in the role of Dr Ram Nair. Neil Morrissey’s character Greg will be back in his beach hut serving drinks to locals and holiday goers.
The new season will also see the arrival of some new faces including Four More Shots Please actress Sayani Gupta as nurse Jyoti Gill and Kenneth Cranham in the role of British holiday maker Ted Dalrymple.


inews--2020-04-19--Vulnerable customers: how to register as Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's and other supermarkets prioritise

Vulnerable customers: how to register as Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's and other supermarkets prioritise coronavirus delivery slots

Vulnerable customers : how to register as Asda , Tesco , Sainsbury 's and other supermarkets prioritise coronavirus delivery slots As life under lockdown continues in the UK , people are still trying to adjust to isolating in their homes However , for a lot of vulnerable members of society , being able to access essentials like food and other home items is still an obstacle that needs to be overcome .
To try and ensure that everyone has access to the essentials , big name supermarkets are prioritising their home delivery slots for those that need the most help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ extremely vulnerable people are those with certain conditions that put them at higher risk of severe illness from the Covid-19 strain of the coronavirus .
How do I register as a vulnerable customer ?
It ’ ll start by asking “ do you live in England ” and then the next question will ask : “ Have you recently had a letter from the NHS about your situation as someone who ’ s extremely vulnerable to coronavirus ?
” Regardless of whether you answer “ yes ” , “ no ” or “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then be taken to the next question which asks about what medical condition you have that makes you extremely vulnerable .
This is how supermarkets are aiding vulnerable people - there are different processes for different supermarkets , so this is what you need to know for all the major supermarket chains across the UK .
Tesco says that they are “ working closely with administrators across the UK and expect this list to be extended to cover Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland in the coming weeks ” .
If you live @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Sainsbury ’ s says that they are working hard with each of the respective governments to “ gather the details of the most vulnerable living in these countries ” .
Asda is also working from the government list and has said that they have written to over 91,000 of their most vulnerable customers who had an email address linked to an Asda customer account .
An Asda spokesperson said : “ We ’ re doing all we can - and would continue to urge customers who are able to visit shops to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in their community and if they can shop for them - allowing us to maximise our online capacity for those who need it most .
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However, for a lot of vulnerable members of society, being able to access essentials like food and other home items is still an obstacle that needs to be overcome.
To try and ensure that everyone has access to the essentials, big name supermarkets are prioritising their home delivery slots for those that need the most help.
What is a vulnerable customer?
As defined by the government, extremely vulnerable people are those with certain conditions that put them at higher risk of severe illness from the Covid-19 strain of the coronavirus.
This includes people who have had organ transplants, or who have specific cancers or respiratory conditions.
You can read more about the full list of people considered extremely vulnerable here.
Supermarkets are trying to ensure that all their vulnerable customers have access to everything they need via home deliveries.
How do I register as a vulnerable customer?
Supermarkets are working from government lists identifying who the vulnerable people who have online accounts with them are.
You can register as a vulnerable person, or on behalf of someone else, on the government website here.
The website states: “You may have received a letter from the NHS telling you that you’re clinically extremely vulnerable, or been contacted by your GP or hospital clinician.
“If this has not happened, contact your GP or clinician after you register with this service.”
You should be aware that this service is only available in England.
After you click ‘start now’, you’ll be taken to an online questionnaire.
It’ll start by asking “do you live in England” and then the next question will ask: “Have you recently had a letter from the NHS about your situation as someone who’s extremely vulnerable to coronavirus?”
Regardless of whether you answer “yes”, “no” or “not sure”, you’ll then be taken to the next question which asks about what medical condition you have that makes you extremely vulnerable.
You’ll then need to fill out your personal details.
This is how supermarkets are aiding vulnerable people – there are different processes for different supermarkets, so this is what you need to know for all the major supermarket chains across the UK.
Tesco
Tesco is trying to prioritise home delivery slots for vulnerable customers, reserving “hundreds of thousands of home delivery slots a week” according to a statement from the supermarket chain.
They are identifying customers using the list provided by the Government.
To try and get access to a priority slot, you can phone 0800 917 7359.
Tesco says that they are “working closely with administrators across the UK and expect this list to be extended to cover Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland in the coming weeks”.
Sainsbury’s
Sainsbury’s is also working with the government to identify those most in need of their home delivery services.
Sainsbury’s are also working from the same list from the government that has the details of those extremely vulnerable to the virus.
If you live in Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, Sainsbury’s says that they are working hard with each of the respective governments to “gather the details of the most vulnerable living in these countries”.
As soon as Sainsbury’s has these details, they will get in touch with those customers.
Asda
Asda is also working from the government list and has said that they have written to over 91,000 of their most vulnerable customers who had an email address linked to an Asda customer account.
Those who received an email have been sent advice about how to claim a delivery slot free of charge.
An Asda spokesperson said: “We’re doing all we can – and would continue to urge customers who are able to visit shops to think of how they can support others in their community and if they can shop for them – allowing us to maximise our online capacity for those who need it most.”
Morrisons
Morrisons has not implemented specific delivery slots for vulnerable customers, but has introduced other methods that they are using to try and help those customers.
These changes include:
Making more delivery slots available to customers through their Morrisons website and through the Morrisons Store on Amazon Prime Now
Launching a customer call centre for orders to be taken over the phone so that people who don’t use online shopping can still order food – that phone number is 0345 322 0000
Launching food boxes that are designed to provide homes with everyday essentials, with both a vegetarian and meat eater option
Waitrose
Waitrose has said that they have committed “at least 25 per cent of our orders to elderly and vulnerable customers” and confirmed they’re in the process of contacting vulnerable customers to offer them delivery slots.
Waitrose have said that, to help them cope with demand, they are asking customers to wait until they get in touch with them, rather than customers trying to get in touch with Waitrose.
Iceland
Iceland have announced that they are temporarily limiting online orders to customers who are over state pension age, self isolating or otherwise vulnerable, such as those who are disabled.
When you go on the Iceland website to book a delivery, a pop up will appear asking if you are over state pension age, vulnerable or self isolating.
If you click yes, you’ll be allowed to view the delivery slot calendar.


inews--2020-04-19--Treasure Island cast: who stars in the National Theatre Live event, and how watch it on YouTube

Treasure Island cast : who stars in the National Theatre Live event , and how watch it on YouTube Robert Louis Stevenson 's classic adventure story is being streamed on YouTube to keep drama fans happy during lockdown The National Theatre is continuing to stream some of its most popular plays for free on YouTube to help drama fans through the coronavirus lockdown .
The National Theatre at Home programme , which screens plays previously shown in cinemas as part of National Theatre Live , has already shown James Corden 's One Man , Two Guvnors and Jane Eyre .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to your laptops , phones and tablets .
The play , based on the nautical adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson , was made available to stream on the National Theatre 's YouTube channel at 7pm on Thursday 16 April .
It is suitable for all audiences aged 10 and over .
The synopsis says : `` It ’ s a dark , stormy night .
The stars are out .
Jim , the inn-keeper ’ s granddaughter , opens the door to a terrifying stranger .
At the old sailor ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of secrets .
Jim invites him in – and her dangerous voyage begins . ''
Speaking about the National Theatre at Home programme , executive director Lisa Burger said : `` Our ambition at the National Theatre is to create work which is challenging , entertaining and inspiring and we 're committed to continuing that through these difficult times .
`` I 'm thrilled that we 're able to fulfil this ambition in a different way through our collaboration with YouTube .
`` I am exceptionally proud of the team at the National @ @ @ @ @ @ @ National Theatre at Home and also to the rights holders who have been so supportive of this new initiative allowing us to bring theatre to households right across the world . ''
Spanish actress Patsy Ferran , who has appeared in the Royal Shakespeare Company 's production of The Merchant of Venice and TV drama series Jamestown , plays Jim Hawkins .
Ferran tweeted : `` Guysguysguys !
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So listen , 5 years ago I did this thing where I got to pretend to sail a pirate ship and find buried treasure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it one night cos GUESS WHAT ?
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the @ NTLive are gon na stream that pirate-filled bad boy tonight !
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Long John Silver is played Arthur Davill , who played one of Matt Smith 's companions in Doctor Who and has also appeared in Broadchurch .

The National Theatre is continuing to stream some of its most popular plays for free on YouTube to help drama fans through the coronavirus lockdown.
The National Theatre at Home programme, which screens plays previously shown in cinemas as part of National Theatre Live, has already shown James Corden’s One Man, Two Guvnors and Jane Eyre.
And now it is bringing Treasure Island to your laptops, phones and tablets.
How to watch Treasure Island
The play, based on the nautical adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, was made available to stream on the National Theatre’s YouTube channel at 7pm on Thursday 16 April.
It is suitable for all audiences aged 10 and over.
The synopsis says: “It’s a dark, stormy night. The stars are out. Jim, the inn-keeper’s granddaughter, opens the door to a terrifying stranger. At the old sailor’s feet sits a huge sea-chest, full of secrets. Jim invites him in – and her dangerous voyage begins.”
Speaking about the National Theatre at Home programme, executive director Lisa Burger said: “Our ambition at the National Theatre is to create work which is challenging, entertaining and inspiring and we’re committed to continuing that through these difficult times.
“I’m thrilled that we’re able to fulfil this ambition in a different way through our collaboration with YouTube.
“I am exceptionally proud of the team at the National Theatre for working so hard to create National Theatre at Home and also to the rights holders who have been so supportive of this new initiative allowing us to bring theatre to households right across the world.”
Who’s in the cast?
Spanish actress Patsy Ferran, who has appeared in the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of The Merchant of Venice and TV drama series Jamestown, plays Jim Hawkins.
Ferran tweeted: “Guysguysguys!! So listen, 5 years ago I did this thing where I got to pretend to sail a pirate ship and find buried treasure and thank goodness someone decided to record it one night cos GUESS WHAT?! the @NTLive are gonna stream that pirate-filled bad boy tonight!! 7pm! YouTube!!”
Guysguysguys!! So listen, 5 years ago I did this thing where I got to pretend to sail a pirate ship and find buried treasure and thank goodness someone decided to record it one night cos GUESS WHAT?! the @NTLive are gonna stream that pirate-filled bad boy tonight!! 7pm! YouTube!! https://t.co/BIQhOGc1aV — Patsy Ferran (@PatsyFerran) April 16, 2020
Long John Silver is played Arthur Davill, who played one of Matt Smith’s companions in Doctor Who and has also appeared in Broadchurch.
Alexandra Maher plays Dr Livesey, Paul Dodds plays Captain Smollett and Nick Fletcher plays Squire Trelawney.


inews--2020-04-19--Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins cast 2020: the full line-up - and when the new series starts on Channel

Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins cast 2020: the full line-up - and when the new series starts on Channel 4

Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins cast 2020 : the full line-up - and when the new series starts on Channel 4 Katie Price , Anthea Turner , Joey Essex , Brendan Cole and Lauren Steadman are all surrendering to Ant Middleton for the new series SAS : Who Dares Wins is one of the hardest reality shows on TV , with army instructor Ant Middleton and other ex-Special Forces putting a group of amateurs through the intense training of the Special Air Service .
Ant Middleton is the former recruit in charge of the celeb 's training ( Photo : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : Who Dares Wins 2020 on ?
The new series of Celebrity SAS : Who Dares Wins kicks off on Monday 20 April at 9.00pm on Channel 4 , remaining in the same slots in the following weeks .
Who is in the celebrity cast ?
Katie Price is one of the 12 celebs appearing on this year 's special SAS Who Dares Wins series ( Photo : Getty ) She has a history of incredible feats , having raised money for Sport Relief in 2012 by becoming the first person to reach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is only the second woman to ever finish the 78-mile Namibian ultra marathon .
Former Strictly professional Brendan Cole fancies his chances in Scotland ( Photo : BBC ) Paralympian Lauren Steadman reached the semi-finals of Strictly in 2018 ( Photo : Getty )

SAS: Who Dares Wins is one of the hardest reality shows on TV, with army instructor Ant Middleton and other ex-Special Forces putting a group of amateurs through the intense training of the Special Air Service.
That hasn’t stopped a group of celebrities signing up to the charity version though, now airing on Channel 4.
Ant’s usual trainers Foxy, Billy and Ollie are on hand to put the stars through their paces, and this year they’re joined by a new face, Jay.
Here’s everything we know about the new series and the full line up of celebs…
When is Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins 2020 on?
The new series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins kicked Monday 20 April at 9.00pm on Channel 4, and airs in the same slot in the following weeks.
Who is in the celebrity cast?
There are twelve brave celebs signed up to this year’s show, including:
Katie Price
Model, author, media personality and sometime singer formally known as Jordan.
Joey Essex
Former Towie cast member and regular guest on reality shows – he’s appeared on Celebs Go Dating, I’m A Celeb, The Jump and Celebrity MasterChef.
Anthea Turner
TV presenter best known as a former presenter of both Blue Peter and GMTV.
Helen Skelton
Another face from Blue Peter, Skelton now presents Digging Up Britain’s Past and Countryfile.
She has a history of incredible feats, having raised money for Sport Relief in 2012 by becoming the first person to reach the South Pole on a bike and is only the second woman to ever finish the 78-mile Namibian ultra marathon.
Brendan Cole
Former Strictly star and professional ball dancer, Cole also appeared as a contestant on the first ever Love Island in 2006.
John Fashanu
Former Aston Villa and Wimbledon centre-forward, Fashanu is now the host of Deal or No Deal Nigeria.
Nikki Sanderson
She played Candice on Coronation Street, but now holds the role of Maxine on Hollyoaks.
Jack Maynard
A vlogger and YouTuber, perhaps best known for being the brother of singer Conor Maynard.
Lauren Steadman
Paralympic swimmer and paratriathlete who reached the semi-final of Strictly in 2018.
Locksmith
Rudimental DJ who is also known for his workout videos on Instagram.
Yasmin Evans
Another DJ, this time on BBC Radio 1Xtra.
Tony Bellew
Former professional boxer and WBC cruiserweight champion shouldn’t have any difficulties with the physical element of the show.


inews--2020-04-19--Margaret Payne: How to give to the 90-year-old's NHS Just Giving fundraiser as she 'climbs Suilven'

Margaret Payne: How to give to the 90-year-old's NHS Just Giving fundraiser as she 'climbs Suilven' inspired by Captain Tom Moore

Mrs Payne takes on the stair-climbing challenge several times throughout the day , starting in the morning once she is ready and finishing in the late afternoon .
Mrs Payne , who lives in Ardvar , Sutherland , said she was never a hillwalker , having lived with knee problems since she was 12 .
Her true passion was fishing and she said she would walk miles to reach the best spots .
She said : `` I do walk around the garden , every nice day .
`` I 'm always afraid of being blown over now so when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Her daughter Nicky McArthur believes the fresh air of north-west Scotland has helped keep her mother healthy , adding : `` Mum is still incredibly active .
She is an avid reader and crossword-doer .
I think part of it is just staying interested in life . ''
JustGiving announced on Thursday that Captain Moore became the biggest individual fundraiser ever .
Mr Moore , who lives with his family in Bedfordshire , hoped to raise £1,000 for the NHS by walking 25 metre laps of his garden , but raised more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has now made more than £25million .
Money raised by Mr Moore and others for NHS Charities Together is being spent on wellbeing packs for NHS staff , rest and recuperation rooms , electronic devices to enable hospital patients to keep in contact with loved ones and a support community groups help discharged patients .
You can donate to his page here .

A 90 year-old woman has pledged to walk up her stairs 282 times to raise money for the NHS, following in the footsteps of Captain Tom Moore.
Margaret Payne, 90, began climbing on Sunday and is aiming to complete the equivalent of Highland mountain Suilven – 731m (2,398ft) at her Sutherland home.
Inspired by Captain Moore
Captain Tom Moore, who has raised more than £23m for the NHS through a charity garden walk, inspired her to take on the climb.
Mrs Payne started the challenge on Easter Sunday and expects it will take her around two months to complete.
She had raised £1,800 by Wednesday and by Saturday 18 April, her donations had exceeded £203,000. Her target was £10,000.
The challenge is her way of saying thank-you to NHS and hospice staff who took care of her late husband Jim.
She said: “I think it’s amazing, I wasn’t expecting anything like it – 10,000 thank-yous.
“I think it’s brilliant of them all and I feel the NHS really deserve it.
“They have been amazing, each day they are risking their lives.
How can you donate?
You can donate online using card or Paypal and can donate to Mrs Payne’s challenge here.
Simply click the ‘donate’ button and you’ll be taken to a page where you can enter the amount of money you want to donate.
Once your donation goes through you will see a unique payment reference onscreen, and receive an email with it too.


inews--2020-04-19--Coronavirus symptoms explained: what 'persistent' or 'continuous' cough means, and what having a hig

Coronavirus symptoms explained: what 'persistent' or 'continuous' cough means, and what having a high temperature means

Coronavirus symptoms explained : what 'persistent ' or 'continuous ' cough means , and what having a high temperature means A new and continuous cough and a high temperature are two of the most common coronavirus symptoms In March , the government released guidelines explaining that members of the public should self-isolate for seven days if they are experiencing either of the two symptoms .
What should I do if myself or someone in my household suffer from either symptom ?
- if you live with others and you or one of them have symptoms of coronavirus , then all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not leave the house for 14 days .
The 14-day period starts from the day when the first person in the house became ill - it is likely that people living within a household will infect each other or be infected already .
Staying at home for 14 days will greatly reduce the overall amount of infection the household could pass on to others in the community - for anyone in the household who starts displaying symptoms , they need to stay at home for 7 days from when the symptoms appeared , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the original 14 day isolation period .
( See ending isolation section below for more information - if you can , move any vulnerable individuals ( such as the elderly and those with underlying health conditions ) out of your home , to stay with friends or family for the duration of the home isolation period - if you have coronavirus symptoms : do not go to a GP surgery , pharmacy or hospital , you do not need to contact 111 to tell them you ’ re staying at home , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you ’ re staying at home - plan ahead and ask others for help to ensure that you can successfully stay at home and consider what can be done for vulnerable people in the household - if you feel you can not cope with your symptoms at home , or your condition gets worse , or your symptoms do not get better after 7 days , then use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service .
If you do not have internet access , call NHS 111 .
For a medical emergency dial 999 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you have not shown signs of improvement , you should contact NHS 111 online , or by phone if you have no internet access .
Cough may persist for several weeks in some people , despite the coronavirus infection having cleared .
A persistent cough alone does not mean you must continue to self-isolate for more than 7 days .
The NHS states that the major symptoms are a high temperature ( feeling hot to the touch on your chest or back ) and a new , continuous cough ( either coughing a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having three or more coughing episodes in 24 hours ) .

The public had been warned that a continuous cough and a high temperature were key symptoms of coronavirus, but now another symptom has been added.
The government’s guidelines explain that members of the public should self-isolate for seven days if they are experiencing either of the three symptoms.
Further guidelines advised that if you are living with someone exhibiting either symptom, you should stay at home for 14 days.
Continuous cough, high fever and anosmia definitions
According to the NHS, members of the public should self-isolate for seven days if they have a new and continuous cough, a fever or anosmia.
Public Health note that any temperature of 37.8C (100F) or more can be defined as a high temperature.
A new an continuous cough “means you’ve started coughing repeatedly” according to the NHS.
Anosmia is a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste.
What should I do if myself or someone in my household suffer from either symptom?
Public Health England have recommended that anyone suffering with either symptoms take the following steps:
– if you live with others and you or one of them have symptoms of coronavirus, then all household members must stay at home and not leave the house for 14 days. The 14-day period starts from the day when the first person in the house became ill
– it is likely that people living within a household will infect each other or be infected already. Staying at home for 14 days will greatly reduce the overall amount of infection the household could pass on to others in the community
– for anyone in the household who starts displaying symptoms, they need to stay at home for 7 days from when the symptoms appeared, regardless of what day they are on in the original 14 day isolation period. (See ending isolation section below for more information
– if you can, move any vulnerable individuals (such as the elderly and those with underlying health conditions) out of your home, to stay with friends or family for the duration of the home isolation period
– if you cannot move vulnerable people out of your home, stay away from them as much as possible
– if you have coronavirus symptoms: do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital, you do not need to contact 111 to tell them you’re staying at home, testing for coronavirus is not needed if you’re staying at home
– plan ahead and ask others for help to ensure that you can successfully stay at home and consider what can be done for vulnerable people in the household
– ask your employer, friends and family to help you to get the things you need to stay at home
– wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds, each time using soap and water, or use hand sanitiser
– if you feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home, or your condition gets worse, or your symptoms do not get better after 7 days, then use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service. If you do not have internet access, call NHS 111. For a medical emergency dial 999.
When can I stop self-isolating?
Public Health England said that if you feel better after 7 days of self-isolating “you can return to your normal routine.”
If, on the other hand, you have not shown signs of improvement, you should contact NHS 111 online, or by phone if you have no internet access.
Cough may persist for several weeks in some people, despite the coronavirus infection having cleared. A persistent cough alone does not mean you must continue to self-isolate for more than 7 days.


inews--2020-04-19--Private school pupils twice as likely to receive online lessons than those at state schools

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Independently educated pupils are twice as likely to receive daily online lessons than state school pupils, new polling by the Sutton Trust has revealed.
A survey of 6,500 teachers found that over half of students in independent primaries (51 per cent) and secondaries (57 per cent) are taking part in online lessons every day during the lockdown – two and half times as often as their state school contemporaries (19 per cent and 22 per cent for primaries and secondaries respectively).
A third of all pupils are taking part in online lessons while schools are closed. However, when the schools were initially shut, three-fifths of teachers in independent schools and 37 per cent in state schools in affluent areas reported having access to a platform to receive work, compared to under a quarter (23 per cent) of teachers in the most deprived schools.
Poorest at a disadvantage
Sir Peter Lampl, founder and chairman of the Sutton Trust, said: “Despite the heroic efforts of teachers working in very difficult circumstances, pupils from poorer homes face a double disadvantage.
“They have insufficient resources at home to support their learning and they are less likely to be able to access online classes.
“The widening of the attainment gap over these next few months threatens to have negative implications for years to come. It is crucial we do all we can to address inequalities through high quality tuition and access to technology,” added Lampl.
Online classrooms
The polling also reveals that half of teachers in independent schools report receiving more than three quarters of work back, compared to 27 per cent in the most advantaged state schools, and just 8 per cent in deprived state schools.
The government has announced a package of measures aimed at ensuring all pupils can access remote learning, including through access to devices and Oak National Academy, an online classroom that provides video lessons and resources for pupils from reception to year 10.