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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Coronavirus: British man 'left behind' in India
Ivor Gunton narrowly missed the final flights home as a lockdown came into effect, his wife says.
Coronavirus: Coming 5,000 miles to die for the NHS
Two British-Sudanese doctors became the first doctors to die of coronavirus in the UK. This is their story.
Coronavirus: Bristol homeless food service begins
Cheers Drive will feed every homeless person put in a shelter by Bristol City Council.
Child abductor who used fake passports jailed
Rafael Cabello took the child to numerous countries on the planned trip before he was arrested.
Coronavirus: Bristol and Harrogate Nightingale hospitals announced
An extra 1,500 beds will be provided across two new sites in Bristol and Harrogate, the NHS says.
Postman 'brings joy' to Clevedon with unusual outfits
Terry Barnes has dressed as a zebra, Snow White and a court jester during his rounds.
Coronavirus: Bristol street lines to 'urge runners off pavement'
The unofficial lines were painted in Bristol amid claims runners do not practice social distancing.
Clap for Carers: UK applauds NHS staff and key workers
A second "Clap for Carers" tribute saw the country salute NHS staff and other key workers dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
Robot brings Hastings gallery art into people's homes
The Hastings Contemporary is offering virtual tours during the coronavirus lockdown.
Bristol mayor defends £9k pay rise 'intended for victor'
The pay rise was intended for the victor of the recently postponed Bristol mayoral elections.
St Pauls riots in Bristol remembered 40 years on
On April 2, 1980 police raided a cafe in St Paul's, Bristol, sparking disturbances and 146 arrests.
Coronavirus information: What should I do?
Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.
Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?
The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?
Coronavirus: What are social distancing and self-isolation?
Everybody should be avoiding non-essential contact, and you should stay at home wherever possible.
Coronavirus: What it does to the body
What is it like to have the coronavirus, how will it affect you and how is it treated?
Coronavirus in UK: How many confirmed cases are there in your area?
Key graphics explaining how coronavirus has spread in the UK and the government's response.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Gold vexed by Joseph's Bath link
Bath coach Gary Gold berates "irresponsible" reports linking London Irish's Jonathan Joseph with a move to the Rec.
Somerset support Rehman's return
Coach Andy Hurry says Somerset had no qualms in bringing Pakistan's Abdur Rehman back to Taunton despite his drugs ban.
Trego signs new Somerset contract
All-rounder Peter Trego signs a new three-year deal with Somerset after an impressive year with ball and bat.
Ward anticipating 'toughest' job
Returning Bristol Rovers manager John Ward expects his second spell at the club to be the hardest task of his career.
England bring in Buttler & Woakes
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler replace James Anderson and Jonathan Trott in England's one-day squad to face India.
Injury blow for Bristol's Grieve
Bristol captain Iain Grieve is set to be sidelined for up to three months after sustaining a suspected bicep tear.
Ward becomes Bristol Rovers boss
League Two strugglers Bristol Rovers appoint John Ward as their manager for a second time until the end of the season.
Players let down McGhee - Virgo
Bristol Rovers centre-back Adam Virgo believes the players let Mark McGhee down following the manager's sacking.
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National News Headlines
Corornavirus: Tributes paid to 'caring' midwife Lynsay Coventry
Lynsay Coventry, 54, is the first serving NHS midwife in England whose death has been confirmed.
Coronavirus: Lord Bath dies after contracting Covid-19
Lord Bath - the 7th Marquess of Bath - died on Saturday, it was announced by Longleat on Twitter.
Wakefield man who failed to claim pension gets £140k payout
The man in his 80s did not realise he was allowed to claim his state pension as he had kept working.
NHS nurse finds engagement ring lost for two-and-a-half years
Alison Brown felt "faint with emotion" following the chance find in the garden at her home in Kent.
Learning disability couple 'struggling to cope' apart in isolation
Charity Mencap says lockdown can be "especially difficult" for people with learning disabilities.
Sarah Benford: Police still receive regular calls on murder of girl, 14
Sarah Benford was 14 years old when she last seen by her mother in Kettering on 6 April 2000.
Coronavirus: Balloon twister bids to cheer up passers-by
Andrew Lawton's insp-air-ation came from a trip to the supermarket.
Coronavirus: National garden camp-out raises £80k for NHS
People slept in tents, camper vans and in their living rooms in the Great British Camp-Out.
Leeds United fans' deaths in Turkey 20 years ago 'feels like yesterday'
The brother of a Leeds United fan killed in Turkey says his death is "still fresh in my memory".
Coronavirus: Man 'licked fingers and rubbed them on Lidl goods'
A man, who does not have Covid-19, has been charged with contaminating or interfering with goods.
Coronavirus: The NHS workers wearing bin bags as protection
One intensive care doctor describes the reality faced by some UK health workers on the front line.
New guidance - what must I do?
Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.
Source: BBC News
