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The Oxford vaccine, made by AstraZeneca, shows a strong immune response in adults in their 60s and 70s.

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday morning.

The phase two trial results raise hopes the jab can protect age groups most at risk from Covid-19.

Researchers have unlocked the DNA of miscanthus, which can be used as a biomass fuel.

The number of people waiting for treatment will be revealed for the first time since Covid hit.

The executive is due to meet later on Thursday to discuss proposals from the health minister.

The South East Asian nation has benefited from the working from home electronics boom

The pandemic has thrown up unique challenges for teachers and students in Latin America.

These and other rewards can be claimed by those who give £25 or more to a crowd funding appeal.

America has a higher death toll and more coronavirus infections than any other country.

Restrictions on social gatherings may be eased so families can get together for the festive period.

A BBC documentary highlights weaknesses in the expert analysis of the likely impact of coronavirus.

EU leaders will meet via video, with Hungary and Poland objecting to funds being tied to rule of law.

Inspectors visited 25 maternity units before the pandemic to review services.

The medic's painting of his colleagues features in a new book of portraits of NHS staff.

As Scotland's Covid death figures pass another grim milestone, what do we know about the loss of life?

How something as simple as a meal can help spread community spirit and battle loneliness during the pandemic.