25 h. ago Covid new variant sparks face mask RETURN alert after NB.1.8.1 sweeps UK with 'stay at home' warning

Covid new variant NB.1.8.1 has been confirmed in the UK for the first time, after spreading around the world - and it could have an "evolutionary advantage" that might trigger a return to face masks, an expert claims

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29 h. ago Three key signs of new Covid strain to spot as NB.1.8.1 reaches UK

These symptoms may lead to you to mistake infection for something else

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68 h. ago Doctors call for return of face masks after new Covid strain reaches UK

Doctors have called for a return to face masks after the WHO has observed rise infections in three regions across the globe – the news comes coupled with a new COVID variant being detected in the UK

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2 d. ago ‘Like trying to float a sinking ship’: your reaction to Billie Piper’s Doctor Who return

Despair, delight, utter exhaustion at the show’s increasing use of nostalgia: Guardian readers’ responses to the latest twist in the Timelord saga vary wildlyWhen I saw Billie Piper’s face, it felt as if I had been subconsciously waiting 20 years for this moment. It was joyous and completely overwhelming. It was that same iconic Rose Tyler smile that got me – the one we last saw when she was reunited with the Doctor in 2008. Like many others, I was a child when I was introduced to Doctor Who in 2005 and it was unquestionably Rose Tyler who hooked me in, and that transcendental love story. I have been a fan of Piper ever since and hope, for old times’ sake, we get to see her again with David Tennant’s 14th Doctor. Steph Braithwaite, 31, community relations manager, Toxteth, Liverpool Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Billie Piper 'rekindles relationship with ex boyfriend Johnny Lloyd as they're spotted kissing during family outing with their daughter at London pub'

The actress, who made her sensational return to Doctor Who on Saturday night, confirmed she had split from musician Johnny, who is frontman of the band Tribes, in March 2024.

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4 d. ago New Covid variant hits holiday hotspot as public urged to wear masks and get vaccinated

Holidaymakers have been urged to follow health measures after a spike in Covid infections

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4 d. ago WHO warns of 'more infectious' Covid variant as travellers urged to mask up and get jags

The new Covid variant called NB.1.8.1 is causing a surge in cases in countries across the globe and holidaymakers are being warned to stay vigilant

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4 d. ago Tell us what you think about Billie Piper’s return to Doctor Who

We’d like to hear your thoughts on Rose Tyler’s return and what you hope will happen nextOn Saturday evening during the latest season’s finale, Doctor Who fans were surprised to see Billie Piper return to the show. After two series, Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor regenerated into a grinning Rose Tyler, who played the Doctor’s companion, and greeted viewers with a “oh Hello!” in the episode’s final scene.We’d like to hear your thought on Billie Piper’s return. What was your reaction and what would you like to see happen next? Are you hopeful Rose will be the next Doctor or do you think her comeback will be short-lived? Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Holidaymakers told to wear masks and get jabs as cases of 'new Covid' soar

The virus has been detected at a number of holiday destinations and one government has issued an alert

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4 d. ago UK holidaymakers urged to wear masks as new Covid variant surges

People are also being urged to make sure they have the latest vaccine

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5 d. ago Inside Billie Piper's career resurgence as she lands string of lucrative new roles including surprise Doctor Who return

Now, with Billie, 42, confirmed to be returning to Doctor Who, her career is looking brighter than ever, with a string of lucrative new roles in the pipeline.

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5 d. ago Billie Piper’s thoughts on Doctor Who being a woman resurface after her return to the show

Piper looks to have replaced Ncuti Gatwa in the titular role of the beloved sci-fi show

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5 d. ago Doctor Who fans spot huge clue that Billie Piper would return to iconic BBC show after star drops hint

Doctor Who fans went wild last night when Billie Piper was revealed as the new Doctor on the sci-fi series, which Billie starred in previously as companion, Rose Tyler

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6 d. ago Doctor Who fans go into MELTDOWN as Billie Piper makes a shock return to the BBC show to replace Ncuti Gatwa as the Time Lord amid crashing ratings

Doctor Who fans went into meltdown as Billie Piper made a sensational return to the BBC show to replace departing Ncuti Gatwa as the Time Lord in Saturday's series final.

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6 d. ago Doctor Who fans hail return of Billie Piper and Jodie Whittaker

Ncuti Gatwa is leaving Doctor Who after being seen regenerating into Piper.

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6 d. ago Doctor WHO? Billie Piper makes sensational return to BBC sci

Billie Piper has replaced Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor, with the character regenerating during the finale of science-fiction series Doctor Who, the BBC has revealed.

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6 d. ago Doctor Who finale sees Ncuti Gatwa depart in surprise regeneration

Twist ending to this year’s series sees star leaving role and return of Billie PiperNcuti Gatwa is leaving Doctor Who, with the character regenerating as Billie Piper during the finale of the science-fiction series.The Doctor Who showrunner, Russell T Davies, said: “What a Doctor! Thank you, Ncuti! As his final words say, this has been an absolute joy, and the team in Cardiff and everyone who has worked on this show for the past few years, are so lucky to have been part of Ncuti’s great adventure as he shoots off to stratospheric new heights.” Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill return to Doctor Who for docu

The pair portrayed Amy Pond and Rory Williams, who were the companions when Matt Smith was the Doctor.

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8 d. ago Scots Doctor Who fan favourite to return to BBC show amid Ncuti Gatwa 'axe' fears

Doctor Who has revealed that two fan favourites are reprising their roles amid rumours that Ncuti Gatwa is going to be axed, with one of them being a huge Scots star - and it's not David Tennant.

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8 d. ago Former Doctor Who stars confirmed to return in special anniversary episode

The special episode will feature a host of current and former Doctor Who stars

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