The horse races took place behind closed doors this year, but thousands of people still showed up in their over-the-top finery — online.
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Rogue Trip by Boris Johnson Aide Makes U.K.’s Spectator Part of the Story
A senior editor of the magazine, Britain’s oldest, did not disclose in an article that her husband, Dominic Cummings, had taken a 260-mile trip that breached the nation’s stay-at-home order.
U.K. Coronavirus Testers Pay Price for a Day of Triumph
The British government promised 100,000 daily tests by April 30. It delivered. But the frantic push to hit that deadline has left labs scrabbling for supplies just when they need to expand further.
Transgender Man in U.K. Loses Appeal to Be Listed as Father
Freddy McConnell, who gave birth after transitioning, unsuccessfully appealed a court decision that he could be registered only as his son’s mother. He now wants to take his case to Britain’s Supreme Court.
Where There’s a Will in England, There’s a Way
Prodded by the coronavirus, thousands are making or updating their estate arrangements, but an archaic law requiring two witnesses in person is forcing people to take drastic measures.
Rare World War II Footage Is Released by Bletchley Park, British Spy Center
An 11-minute silent film shows MI6 staff members at a site linked to the code-breaking facility Bletchley Park during World War II.
After Lost Months, Britain Vows to Catch Up on Virus Testing
The health secretary, who just emerged from isolation after contracting the coronavirus, vowed that Britain would conduct 100,000 tests a day by the end of April, a tenfold increase.
After Lost Months, Britain Vows to Catch Up on Virus Testing
The health secretary, who just emerged from isolation after contracting the coronavirus, vowed that Britain would conduct 100,000 tests a day by the end of April, a tenfold increase.
F.D.A. Approves First Coronavirus Antibody Test in U.S.
Such a test may help scientists learn how widespread the infection is, and how long people remain immune after recovering.
Can You Become Immune to the Coronavirus?
It’s likely you can, at least for some period of time. That is opening new opportunities for testing and treatment.