Covid: Top Chinese scientist says don’t rule out lab leak

Villagers dig by hand to find those still trapped, with few signs of an official response in some areas.

Novak Djokovic’s lawyers say a positive test on 16 December allows the tennis star entry to Australia.

The US and Russia agree to nuclear arms control talks but progress at the Geneva summit is limited.

Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak to face Tory members in final run-off, as MPs edge Penny Mordaunt out.

Kwasi Kwarteng says help for firms and workers will continue, as Chancellor Rishi Sunak prepares to unveil the Budget.

A rescue operation by the British and French coastguards has rescued more than 50 people, authorities said.

The PM argues that politicians face “tough” standards rule, amid concerns about MPs’ second jobs.