Virus test centres 'missing' people who turn up with symptomatic patients, MSP claims

“At present there are a number of Omicron sub-lineages we’re following closely, including BA.2, BA.4 and BA.5 and another recombinant detected, made up of BA.1 and BA.2,” said WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus today. That recombinant is called XE and, until today was the newest more-transmissible variant raising concern. Now there are subvariants BA.2.12 and BA.2.12.1.

Prince Harry has 'lost his sense of duty and service' to the United Kingdom after 'snubbing' the Prince Philip memorial service last month, according to a royal commentator.The 37-year-old Duke of Sussex was absent from the Commonwealth Thanksgiving Service for his late grandfather on March 29, and has not publicly spoken on why he decided against going.But many have criticised his activities since then, as he and Meghan Markle have opted to go to the Netherlands for the Invictus Games only a few weeks afterwards.Speaking to Sky News Australia, political commentator and thinktank researcher Calvin Robinson described Harry's move to sideline his family as "sad".He told the news channel that Harry had “lost all sense of service and duty and obligation to his family" as well as "the nation" and "wider community of the Commonwealth".He commented: “He's willing to align himself with singers and celebrity culture but he cannot go home to mourn the loss of a loved national figure.“It really is sad because you would just think he would be there for the Queen at the very least.”He added that Harry "should have been there to support" the 95-year-old Queen at the event as "it's his grandmother".The Sussexes may now have to face their own 'snub' from the Royal Family of the Netherlands after reports emerged that they will not to be given an audience with the country's king.Harry and Meghan are expected in the Hague “for the first few days” of the Invictus Games, which is set to run from April 16 to April 22.King Willem-Alexander and his aunt Princess Margriet will both attend the Games for injured servicemen, but will not grant the couple an official reception.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the

Atletico Madrid’s players in their Champions League quarter-final defeat by Manchester City was “embarrassing”, according to Rio Ferdinand.City progressed to the semi-finals of the competition 1-0 on aggregate after holding Atleti to a 0-0 draw in the Spanish capital on Wednesday night. But the result was overshadowed by ugly scenes in the closing stages, which were sparked by the actions of the home side.

A number of holidaymakers who left their cars with a 'meet and greet' airport parking service have returned to find them trapped in a muddy field with their keys missing. Three travellers who flew out of Manchester Airport and booked the parking through an online comparison site, have told the Manchester Evening News that they were unable to contact the firm they booked with and have their cars returned when they landed.

She was left disappointed by her time on The Apprentice and Amy Anzel looked angry while taking a phone call in Manchester following a workout session. Beauty entrepreneur Amy was one of the 16 contestants hoping to secure £250,000 investment from Lord Alan Sugar in this year's series.

A "bright" teenage girl died after taking an overdose and collapsing during an "impulsive cry for help", an inquest heard. Emily Shore, 17, of Brinnington, Stockport, was described by her heartbroken mum as a "lovely, bubbly girl who enjoyed life and loved her horses".

defund the police” policies as part of the reason for the rise in crime in cities across the U.S.Hostin blamed Republicans for the rise in crime, citing their opposition to gun control measures proposed by Democrats.

Two of the most revered and storied albums in the rap canon are to be archived in the Library of Congress it has been announced today. Wu-Tang Clan's Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) and Low End Theory by A Tribe Called Quest.

Playboi Carti has revealed the working title for his next album and outlined some of the ambitions he has for the project, in addition to what is firing him up creatively right now. Speaking to XXL the rapper said he is calling his next album Music because “that’s all it is at this point." Like any working title, that is subject to change with time. More concrete, however, is Carti's interest in talking about "Love.

Garcelle Beauvais went full glam to promote her recently released memoirLove Me As I Am on Wednesday night in New York City.The 55-year-old actress arrived toStrand Bookstore in a gorgeous white quilted coat layered over a plain white mini dress.She jovially discussed her new book - which was released this Tuesday - withformer Teen Vogue editor-in-chief Lindsay Peoples during the event. Glamour:Garcelle Beauvais went full glam to promote her recently released memoir Love Me As I Am on Wednesday night in New York CityGarcelle styled her lush coat with a pair of purple patent leather stiletto heels and a metallic silver clutch.She wore her brunette hair in a sleek high ponytail and accessorized with a sparkly ear cuff that coordinated with the eye-catching ring on her left hand.

John Travolta remembered his late son Jett Travolta in a touching tribute posted to Instagram on Wednesday.The 68-year-old Saturday Night Fever star posted a sweet black-and-white photo of himself beaming ear-to-ear as he embraced his smiling son.The acting legend remember Jett on what would have been his 30th birthday, which comes a little over 13 years after his untimely death. Loving memory: John Travolta, 68, shared a black-and-white photo of himself beaming with his late son Jett on Wednesday for what would have been his 30th birthdayIn the black-and-white photo, John looks elated as he rests his head on his sons shoulder.Jett flashes his won smile in the picture and has the hood from his sweatshirt up. 'My dearest Jetty, I miss you more than words can say.

Daft Punk have released a short video detailing the original storyboards of their ‘Around The World’ music video.The video, which was uploaded onto the now-inactive French electronic duo’s YouTube channel on Thursday (April 14), shows the official storyboards from the 1997 music video, including the layout of the video’s iconic stage design, and the placement and movement of its dancers.Watch the storyboard video below.This marks the first time that the ‘Around The World’ storyboards have been made available to a wide audience for free as it was previously only viewable via the duo’s 1997 DVD, D.A.F.T.Directed by Michel Gondry, the ‘Around The World’ music video features several groups of costumed dancers making their way across a stage set, each bringing a different vibe to Daft Punk’s track. Revisit it below:‘Around The World’ featured on the duo’s debut album, ‘Homework’.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s son may only be in the early stages of his football career but he has already taken to copying his iconic celebration. Ronaldo’s 11-year-old son, Cristiano Jr, is a part of Manchester United’s academy set up and is beginning to make his way as a footballer. He is currently playing for United’s Under-12 team and a video has emerged on social media to suggest he is copying his dad in more ways than one.

In a new interview with USA Today ahead of her family’s latest reality series The Kardashians on Hulu, Khloe Kardashian reflected on how she was “immune” to filming at this point, but perhaps not immune to the heartache she’s been through as of late. When asked about the most difficult moment to film for the show, Khloe admitted it was the morning she received the call from her sister Kim Kardashian about her ex and father to daughter True, 4, Tristan Thompson, and his latest scandal fathering a child with another woman.

Claire Foy andPaul Bettany were busy promoting their historical TV miniseries, A Very British Scandal, on Wednesday.The star of The Crown, 37, and the Legion actor, 50, looked chic while attending the Conversation at 92Y in New York, where they discussed the series.Foy donned a sophisticated two-piece black silk set with feather trim on the sleeves and a yellow graphic of a dragon to the event. Chic duo: Claire Foy and Paul Bettany were busy promoting their historical TV miniseries, A Very British Scandal, on WednesdayThe elegant star accessorized the stunning creation with open-toe black heels, which showcased her red pedicure.

Less than a year after their 15-season run on E! came to an end, The Kardashians are back with a brand new series on Hulu... which mirrors how the original series debuted.The first season of Keeping Up With the Kardashians debuted in the aftermath of Kim Kardashian's leaked sex tape with ex-boyfriend Ray J back in 2007.The debut of Hulu's The Kardashian's opens in an eerily similar way, with Kim breaking down in tears when her six-year-old son Saint saw an ad online for the now-infamous sex tape.

Emma Roberts was springtime chic when she stepped out for lunch with a gal pal in Los Angeles this week.The 31-year-old niece of Julia Roberts wore a fluttering powder pink gown with a bit of white floral embroidery for her latest outing.She added a boho chic flourish to the outfit by clashing the dress against a monochrome gingham jacket. Having a ball:Emma Roberts was springtime chic when she stepped out for lunch with a gal pal in Los Angeles this week Off she goes:The 31-year-old niece of Julia Roberts wore a fluttering powder pink gown with a bit of white floral embroidery for her latest outingLetting her signature blonde hair fly free in the breeze, she warded off the California rays with a pair of green aviators.Emma rounded off the look with a pair of black leather flats that matched her small handbag and refreshed herself with an iced coffee.News emerged in January that Emma had split from her boyfriend of three years Garrett Hedlund, with whom she shares her one-year-old son Rhodes.Just after their split went public, Garrett was reportedly arrested for misdemeanor public intoxication in Tennessee, only to be released on$2,100 bond.

An East Kilbride couple have defied the odds to celebrate 65 years of marriage.Helen and Roy Nicoll have both battled serious illness with their family astounded by their determination to recover.Helen, 86, has Alzheimer’s and dementia and is a resident in Whitehills Care Home and has fought COVID-19.A total of 23 residents have died at Whitehills either of suspected or confirmed COVID with the home reported to the Care Inspectorate by Monica Lennon MSP over safety fears.However, having beaten the virus, she is now recovering in Wishaw General from a broken hip following a fall.Meanwhile, Roy, 89, who still lives in Westwood and is registered blind also had his own health battles – overcoming a severe lung infection.Sadly, the couple were

East Kilbride care home where 23 residents have died from COVID-19 leaves “too many questions unanswered”.

East Kilbride care home where 23 residents have died from coronavirus has been backed by the Care Inspectorate - despite urgent calls for an investigation.

An East Kilbride care home where 23 people have died from coronavirus still hasn’t had all residents and staff tested for the disease.