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Tribunal on Ireland’s infected blood scandal led to treatment ‘culture change’

The UK inquiry heard from an expert on how the Irish state dealt with its failings related to contaminated blood products.

By David Young

Showbiz

Sir Elton John launches Rocketman Marmite for charity

The singer, 75, said he’s ‘always been about spreading love over hate’ while talking of his surprising new collaboration

By Lisa McLoughlin

Sale of Jeff Koons sculpture funds rehab centres for wounded Ukrainian soldiers

The piece was sold by Ukrainian businessman and philanthropist Victor Pinchuk and his wife Olena to fund the project.

By Alex Green

Scottish minister welcomes interim blood scandal compensation payments

It is estimated about 3,000 people in Scotland were infected with Hepatitis C through NHS blood or blood products in the 1970s through to 1991.

By Dan Barker

Infected blood victims and bereaved partners will receive £100,000 in October

Survivors and bereaved partners will receive letters this week confirming the money will be sent to them in the following 10 days.

By Nina Lloyd

Politics

Bono calls on the UK to ‘lead’ the world again

The U2 frontman said the Government has been overtaken by ‘free market fundamentalists’.

By Rod Minchin

Last of infected blood victims’ evidence heard in ‘significant milestone’

Thousands of patients were infected with HIV and hepatitis C through contaminated blood products in the 1970s and 1980s.

By Ted Hennessey

Showbiz

Elton John gives White House performance for US president

The multiple-Grammy winner was awarded the National Humanities Medal by Joe Biden for his commitment to end Aids

By Alana Calvert

Kate follows in Diana’s footsteps but will create own path as Princess of Wales

She has become the new Princess of Wales after the King made William the Prince of Wales on Friday.

Royal fairytale with a tragic end

The Queen cared for Diana, Princess of Wales, but found her behaviour difficult to understand.

Diana’s ability to ‘connect’ was one of her greatest legacies, says charity boss

Fans of Diana are expected to gather at her former home of Kensington Palace to mark the anniversary of her death.

Diana’s ability to ‘connect’ was one of her greatest legacies, says charity boss

Fans of Diana are likely to gather at her former home of Kensington Palace to remember the royal who died in a Paris car crash on August 31 1997.

Key dates in the life of Diana, Princess of Wales

Diana died in a car crash in Paris on August 31 1997.

Diana anniversary: Photographs from the princess’s life and times

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the death of Diana, Princess of Wales – the mother of the Duke of Cambridge and the Duke of Sussex.

Infected blood scandal victims handed compensation after decades-long campaign

The payment confirmation comes after four years of evidence at the Infected Blood Inquiry.

By Ryan Hooper

£100,000 must go to infected blood victims and bereaved partners – inquiry head

The compensation should be paid ‘without delay’ to those affected, Sir Brian Langstaff wrote in an interim report.

By Nina Lloyd

RAF veteran discharged for being gay calls for support after cancer diagnosis

Simon Hinchley-Robson urged ministers to stop ‘dragging their feet’ and address historical abuse he faced in the military.

By David Lynch

Jeff Koons sculpture fetches more than £10 million in Ukraine charity sale

Auctioneers said the work was now a ‘monumental symbol of hope and solidarity’.

By Alex Green

Government was wrong on risk of Aids to blood scandal victims, inquiry told

Lord John Patten said a leaflet to discourage people at high risk of contracting Aids from donating blood should have been distributed faster.

By Ted Hennessey

Music

Olly Alexander on why his new tour is going to be a ‘queer festival’

The It’s a Sin star has drawn up an all-queer lineup of support acts for his forthcoming Night Call tour

By El Hunt

No-nonsense ‘God’s copper’ James Anderton dies aged 89

The former chief constable sparked controversy with his views on Aids and corporal punishment.

By Kim Pilling

Profit is why parts of Britain became creative wildernesses, says Channel 4 boss

Ian Katz said he hopes Channel 4 plays a central part in the industry’s “great decentralisation.”

By Ellie Iorizzo

Exhibitions

Out and About! at Barbican Curve review: queer and beautiful

Queer history isn’t just about political activism, it’s a celebration of culture and sexuality

By Alex Goldsmith

Harry in ‘great place’ with ‘sense of stability’ as he backs HIV testing drive

Ex-Wales rugby captain Gareth Thomas praised Harry after the pair took part in a video call in support of National HIV Testing Week.

Prince Harry to continue Diana’s ‘unfinished’ work on HIV awareness

By Daniel Keane

Fate of some blood components from HIV infected donors unknown, inquiry told

Dr Jack Gillon has been giving evidence to the Infected Blood Inquiry.

By Lucinda Cameron

Sir Phil Redmond calls on broadcasters to take on more gritty storylines

The soap supremo, who is also the man behind Hollyoaks, said he is ‘not a fan’ of reality shows.

By Aine Fox

World

‘Encouraging signals’ about Omicron, says Anthony Fauci

By Josh Salisbury

Harry warns of ‘spectacular failure’ over vaccine inequality on World Aids Day

The Duke of Sussex said his mother, Diana, would be ‘deeply grateful’ to scientists for working tirelessly in the fight against Aids and HIV.

London

Take free drug plea amid fears of HIV rise in capital

By Ross Lydall

Freddie Mercury left ‘powerful’ legacy for Aids movement, says charity

Deborah Gold, chief executive of the National Aids Trust, has reflected on the Queen star’s life and legacy.

By Laura Parnaby

New HIV drug given every two months hailed as ‘incredible news’

By Ella Pickover

Sir Elton John ‘raring’ to make new music after hip operation

The singer-songwriter has been a fixture in the charts for more than 50 years.

Sir Elton John receives top honour from Prince Charles

He joins an illustrious list of recipients to have been made a member of the Order of the Companions of Honour