Author: News Desk

Novak Djokovic will play in the Australian Open after controversially being exempt from the vaccination rules – sparking backlash from Australians.

The Independent leads with the PM sticking to plan B amid warnings from health leaders that patient care could come under threat.

Metro focuses on Boris Johnson’s belief that the UK can “ride out” the current coronavirus wave without needing any more restrictions.

The prime minister admitted parts of the NHS may be overwhelmed due to staff absences and surging COVID cases, says The Guardian.

“No shutdown!” declares the front page of the Daily Express as PM confirms we will ‘ride out’ Omicron.

An ambulance trust is asking people with chest pains to get a lift to hospital as COVID absences keep staff off work, the Mirror says.

The Sun leads with the PM’s assertion that the country can” ride out” surging cases.

The Metro says The rules for Covid-19 testing are set to change imminently with people who are positive on a lateral flow test.

The Guardian says A memorial to the 22 people murdered in the Manchester Arena terror attack will officially open to the public from Wednesday.

The Independent says A man who was injured while out hiking was saved by a dog who kept him safe by lying on top of him for 13 hours.