France sees another sharp rise in coronavirus cases with 4,700 new infections – up 1,000 in a day

France recorded another sharp rise is coronavirus cases yesterday with 4,700 infections – up by a thousand – while Italy has seen its highest daily tally since May. There have also been worrying spikes in Spain, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Croatia – much of it blamed on holidaying Europeans and youngsters enjoying parties in the summer … Read more

‘Margaret Thatcher was sexist’: Kirsty Wark claims late PM had a ‘sharp go’ at her

‘Margaret Thatcher was sexist’: Kirsty Wark claims late Prime Minister had a ‘sharp go’ at her after becoming ‘infuriated’ during TV interview Broadcaster Kirsty Wark suggests Margaret Thatcher was sexist after interview Miss Wark said she ‘infuriated’ Mrs Thatcher during a grilling for BBC Scotland The BBC2 Newsnight presenter said that the ex-PM thought she … Read more

Donald Trump says Dr. Fauci is WRONG for saying that the U.S. is seeing a sharp rise in COVID-19

Donald Trump says Dr. Fauci is WRONG to say the U.S. is seeing a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases and repeats claim that 60M tests mean MORE cases – as he enjoys another day of golf President Donald Trump declared that Dr. Fauci was ‘wrong’ to say that the country was seeing a rise in … Read more

Myleene Klass looks sharp in a black trouser suit as she heads to work

She praised lockdown for giving her the first maternity leave of her life, while forcing her to slow down and enjoy family time. But it was back to work for Myleene Klass as she made another glamorous arrival at the Global studios in central London on Monday morning to present her Smooth Radio show. The broadcaster, 42, … Read more

Sharp increase in men suffering erectile dysfunction blamed on the coronavirus lockdown 

Unable to rise to the occasion: Sharp increase in men suffering erectile dysfunction blamed on increased stress and alcohol consumption during the coronavirus lockdown Superdrug has reported a 13% rise in erectile dysfunction services since May Google data also shows that searches about the condition are at a 12-month high In response, Superdrug has launched a new erectile dysfunction … Read more

Political drama as sharp as a whip: Patrick Marmion reviews This House 

This House (NT at Home, YouTube)  Rating: Verdict: Still rocks the house  Unprecedented (BBC iPlayer) Rating:  Verdict: Unexciting This House is the Westminster political drama that keeps on giving.  It’s the third time I’ve seen James Graham’s brilliant play and, if anything, it’s grown in stature thanks to the hung parliament shenanigans of last year. … Read more

Mediterranean diet rich in fish and whole grains can keep the brain sharp and help fight dementia

Mediterranean diet rich in fish and whole grains can keep the brain sharp and help fight dementia, research suggests Mediterranean diet not only helps you live longer but it can keep the brain sharp High fish and vegetable consumption were linked to the most protective effect  The study found that those with a diet high … Read more

Italy sees sharp drop in new coronavirus cases with 3,599 in the last day – lowest rise in 3 weeks

Italy today saw a sharp drop in new coronavirus cases with 3,599 recorded, the lowest rise in nearly three weeks, but daily deaths climbed by another 100. Rome tallied another 636 deaths on Monday, compared with a rise of 525 yesterday, bringing its total death toll to 16,523, the highest in the world.  The total number … Read more

China sees another sharp drop in rate of coronavirus infections

Switzerland has today banned all ‘public and private events’ in a drastic bid to stop the spread of coronavirus.  The Swiss government announced the emergency measure today and said it will last until at least March 15.  Elsewhere, cases have surged again in South Korea today where 571 new infections brought the total from 1,766 … Read more