US allies welcome Biden win US allies on Saturday wasted no time in congratulating Joe Biden on his projected victory, as the president-elect vows to restore America's global role following President Donald Trump's chaotic four years in power.

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Coronavirus deaths top 150,000 in worst-hit US The United States marked a grim milestone on Wednesday when its coronavirus deaths topped 150,000 – far exceeding the toll in any other pandemic-hit nation.

UK, EU rule out quick post-Brexit deal Britain and the European Union on Thursday broke up their latest round of post-Brexit talks by ruling out a quick deal but voicing hope for agreement in the coming months.

US discusses five-power summit with Russia The United States said on Monday that it spoke with Russia about convening a summit of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, a key priority for President Vladimir Putin.

Britain to reveal post-coronavirus recovery plan Britain will on Wednesday unveil a mini-budget to kickstart the UK economy, hoping costly infrastructure investment will help build its way out of the crisis caused by the coronavirus outbreak.

Brexit talks move to London after tough week in Brussels Britain's separation talks with the European Union resume on Monday with few signs of compromise on a new trade agreement and time running out to avoid a messy split.

UK reimposes lockdown on virus-hit city of Leicester

The British government on Monday ordered schools and non-essential shops in the central English city of Leicester to close after a localised outbreak of coronavirus.

Under pressure Johnson launches UK public spending drive Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce massive spending plans on Monday to boost Britain's coronavirus-hit economy, as pressure grows on the government over its handling of the crisis.

UK's Johnson announces body to probe inequality amid race protests Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he was setting up a commission to look at "all aspects of inequality" following race protests across Britain.