UK Government risks testing system by pushing for return to offices as schools reopen, health expert warns

Peter Bart Editor-At-LargeDecision time has arrived: Keep working at home or go back to the office? That choice now confronts millions of employees (and their bosses) around the world. The impact could be profound on business activity, real estate values and the future of city centers.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.HEALTH chiefs are urging Monklands to think twice about attending A&E departments this winter as the NHS deals with the added pressure of the Covid-19 pandemic.Dr Crawford McGuffie, medical director and emergency department consultant, said it as important to remind people that A&E is not always the best place to treat certain conditions.He said: “As we move towards the winter months, our emergency

here“That’s partly to do with their roles in society, but it does really show that this is not just a problem of the frail elderly, this is a problem that can affect people between 20 and 40 just as well.“These people will be working in hospitality.

should be raised to Level 4. Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty has warned the possibility of 50,000 new cases a day as the country is at the brink of a second wave of coronavirus.

coronavirus hotspots across Greater Manchester are struggling to get tested amid fears that the national system has ‘lapsed into chaos’. Residents in Manchester, Salford, Rochdale, Oldham, Bolton and Tameside are either being told there are limited numbers of tests available - or none at all.

“Jeopardy!” is back with new guidelines in place for the COVID-19 era as well as a new member of the team — longtime record-holder Ken Jennings. The immensely popular quiz show is returning to the air after a lengthy hiatus caused by shutdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Rebecca Rubin News Editor, OnlineWarner Bros. has postponed the release of “Wonder Woman 1984,” the latest development in Hollywood’s rocky plans to return to the movies.The superhero sequel starring Gal Gadot, which was expected to debut on Oct.

Salford's public health director has explained why regional restrictions should remain in place despite the number of deaths from coronavirus staying low.Rules prohibiting people from meeting with members of different households indoors or in private gardens are in force across most of Greater Manchester.Wigan and Stockport have now been released from the regional restrictions.But in Bolton and Trafford, where rules were due to be relaxed this week, the restrictions will remain in place due to a

Tom Tapp Deputy Managing EditorAt Los Angeles County’s Wednesday coronavirus news conference, County Health Officer Dr. Muntu Davis said a small swath of the county’s students would be allowed to resume in-person instruction.

The tragic, surprising passing of Chadwick Boseman has turned into one of the biggest news stories of a year filled with pretty horrible things. It’s one of those times when an actor’s passing not only hits everyone hard but also shows that no one really knew just how brave and strong the person was, compounding the sense of loss.

straight to your inboxFormer Manchester United forward Robin van Persie has delivered his verdict on Donny van de Beek.United are set to complete the £40.1million move for the Ajax midfielder after he passed a medical on Monday and agreed personal terms.Only the paperwork is left to be finalised to complete what will be United's first signing of the summer transfer window.However, that is set to be signed in the next couple of days, with Van de Beek currently away on international duty with the

The Hollywood Reporter, the chat host, 52, will be back in the studio at the El Capitan in Hollywood, California on September 21st, to begin broadcasting episodes of his live show on ABC.The show will also return to its regular, one-hour format, after a summer hosted by special guests and episodes that have only been a half hour long for the past few months.  Prior to that, like all other late night hosts in response to the coronavirus pandemic, Kimmel was holding court at his home for the

Government say s that childminders should consider how they can work with parents and carers to manage any necessary journeys, such as schools pick-ups and drop-offs. This is to reduce the need for a childminder to travel with groups of children.Nannies and childminders were included in Bors Johnson's roadmap out of lockdown back in May.