Chris Whitty says the vaccine should still work on new coronavirus mutation

Who will be crowned NBA Champions this season? Comment belowThe Big Ten has since spoken out about the matter, as they confirmed that the situation would be reviewed to identify "swift and appropriate disciplinary action"."The Big Ten Conference is aware of a physical altercation involving Michigan Head Coach Juwan Howard at the conclusion of the Michigan Wolverines and Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball game," the statement read."The conference is in contact with both member institutions and is currently assessing the incident.

Adolf Hitler’s concentration camps during World War II.Holocaust survivors feared the collection would end off in the hands of neo-Nazis and extremists, so they sent complaints to the auction house about the sale.Chairman of the Anti-Defamation Commission, Dr Dvir Abramovich also said he had written to Snowball Auctions urging them to withdraw the items from the sale but his concerns were ignored. Dr Abramovich described the collection as a “showcase of pure evil” that symbolised “the unimaginable suffering inflicted by the Nazis and tramples on the memories of the victims."He added: "This gruesome item was probably bought by Hitler worshippers who wanted to proudly hang it in their lounge.To stay up to date with all the latest news, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here."Businesses own the message of the items they sell and it is hurtful that Snowball Auctions did not see anything wrong.”A spokesperson for Snowball Auctions acknowledged there had been a backlash to the sale but claimed those who were concerned were 'living in the past.'He said that collectors had a keen interest in the replica pistol and that the badges were probably from the internet, before adding: "It’s really just part of a wartime army."When ANZAC Day comes up there will be a lot of wartime memorabilia sold then as well."ANZAC Day is the day of remembrance commemorating those from Australia and New Zealand who died in wars.

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foodies’ claims bacon butties should be slathered with marmalade instead of sauce.Cookery writer Felicity Cloake and ex-Blur guitarist turned cheese maker Alex James both claim they’re a perfect match.Cloake said in an interview to promote her new book Red Sauce Brown Sauce: A British Breakfast Odyssey: “I feel like a bad British person for saying this – I much prefer English mustard in a bacon sandwich.

Salma Hayek took to Instagram to share a special tribute, and was inundated with words of encouragement from fans in return.MORE: Salma Hayek stuns in very rare picture with husband François-Henri for Valentine's DayAmid the announcement that Queen Elizabeth has contracted COVID-19, the actress paid her respects to the monarch with a new photo shared to her 20 million followers. The get well soon message featured a photo of Salma with a large portrait of the Queen hanging above her.WATCH: Salma and daughter Valentina make surprising confession about London homeMORE: Who is looking after the Queen as she isolates with COVID-19 at Windsor Castle?The Mexico native wrote in her caption: "Long live the Queen. Wishing #QueenElizabeth a swift recovery from Covid." She also added her usual translation in Spanish, and tagged the Royal Family's official Instagram account in the caption.Fans welcomed the tribute and commended the House of Gucci star for it, writing: "God save the Queen," and: "How precious Salma," as well as even: "Two queens in one picture."A post shared by Salma Hayek Pinault (@salmahayek)Salma's tribute to the QueenMORE: Salma Hayek overjoyed as she celebrates happy news close to her heartMORE: The Queen receives good news as she recovers from COVID-19 at Windsor CastleThe image featured a serious Salma looking impossibly chic in a navy blue suit with a ruffled lilac shirt underneath.

Michael Buble and his wife Luisana Lopilato have announced they are expecting their fourth child together. Singer Michael, 46, and his wife Luisana, 34, revealed the exciting news in the music video for his new song I'll Never Not Love You. A sneak preview of the upcoming video, obtained by TMZ, unveils Luisana's blossoming baby bump.

There's no doubt Molly-Mae Hague is talented in many things, but we think it's her hair chameleon abilities that are truly commendable. Love Island star Molly-Mae, 22, flits effortlessly between mermaid lengths and shorter crops, and though the star has only just braved one big hair chop in recent weeks, she’s gone one step further with a brand new “short short” bob.

direct to your inbox Around a third of England's population will be placed into a new 'Tier 4' lockdowns, amid concern over a new strain of coronavirus. The restrictions were announced by Boris Johnson during a televised press conference this afternoon (December 19).

The number of coronavirus deaths in the UK has soared by 534 with another 27,052 cases.

direct to your inboxBoris Johnson is to hold a press briefing after a last minute cabinet meeting amid discussions of a new strain of coronavirus.The Prime Minister will host a cabinet call “shortly” and will later hold a press conference with the chief medical officer Chris Whitty and the chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance.Downing Street, confirming the arrangements this afternoon, has not said what will be discussed during the press conference.However, Prof Whitty has issued a statement on a new variant of the virus in the UK.The chief medical officer said the UK has informed the World Health Organisation that the new variant coronavirus can spread more rapidly.“As announced on Monday, the UK has identified a new variant of

direct to your inboxProfessor Chris Whitty has issed a statement on the new new strain of coronavirus that has been detected in England - and says it can spread more quickly.The chief medical officer for England says the UK has now alerted the World Health Organisation (WHO).Work is currently being undertaken to see whether or not the new strain causes a higher mortality rate or affects vaccines and treatments.However Prof Whitty says there is no evidence at this stage to suggest this.He said in his statement: “As announced on Monday, the UK has identified a new variant of Covid-19 through Public Health England’s genomic surveillance.“As a result of the rapid spread of the new variant, preliminary modelling data and rapidly rising incidence

England's chief medical officer has confirmed that a new mutant Covid-19 strain spreads more rapidly - and urgent work is underway to see if it is more deadly.

Boris Johnson will address the nation after an emergency cabinet meeting this afternoon amid fears of a third lockdown.

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Boris Johnson’s coronavirus chaos continued as he refused to ditch the Christmas amnesty, even as his chief medic warned it would cost lives.

Social distancing will need to continue for months to come, Chris Whitty has warned - as vaccinating the most vulnerable won’t be enough on its own to fight Covid.

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxThe government told Brits four things people should do as Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged people to have a "merry little Christmas" in a grim festive warning.

coronavirus and say they have uncovered 17 alterations from the original strain of the killer disease, which they described as "a lot".Many of the changes have happened to the virus's spike protein, which it uses to latch onto human cells and cause illness.This is significant because most Covid-19 vaccines being developed, including the Pfizer jab that has already begun to be rolled out in the UK, are effective by targeting this protein.It is feared this could stop people becoming immune to coronavirus if they have been infected with a different strain than the vaccine can protect them against.Scientists including England's chief medical officer Chris Whitty have said there is "currently no evidence" that the new variant will stop the

The number of coronavirus hospital deaths in England have risen by 369 ahead of a press conference given by the Prime Minister.

direct to your inboxNo evidence has yet emerged to suggest a new variant of coronavirus is more dangerous than its predecessors, according to the government's chief medical officer.Scientists at Porton Down have uncovered a new variant of the virus, and investigations are continuing into whether the new strain could be behind a sudden spike in cases in the south east.Professor Chris Whitty said the new variant had been picked up because there was a 'good surveillance system in the UK' and data had now been shared across the world to establish if it started here or elsewhere.He told a Downing Street press conference: "It does appear to be in an area of the country, particularly Kent and bits of London which are increasing rapidly."Now we

People should be "extremely careful" in the run-up to Christmas if they want to see elderly relatives, the Health Secretary has said.