this is bbc news — i'm shaun ley. the headlines at 12: a plane carrying britons who had been trapped on a coronavirus—hit cruise ship injapan has landed back in the uk. but that's not the end of their journey. the brits will now be taken from this ministry of defence base in wilshire to the arrowe park hospital on the wirralfor two weeks of quarantine. harry and meghan will stop using their "sussex royal" brand from spring following their decision to step back from royal duties. bernie sanders warns president putin to keep out of american politics after reports that russia was trying to help the democratic presidential hopeful‘s campaign. mr putin is a thug. he is an autocrat. he may be a friend of the road from's, he is not

a friend of mine. the met office warns the uk to brace itself for more bad weather with warnings of snow in scotland, strong winds and more rain on the way. some of england's top rugby union clubs back a new scheme being rolled out to help young boys spot the signs of mental health problems. a surprise visitor drops in on a community in a town near los angeles — causing quite a stir. and coming up at 12:30, it's click — which has been finding out about making water out of thin air, cybersecurity and fake frocks of the future. good afternoon. a flight carrying british nationals who were caught up in a coronavirus outbreak on a cruise liner has

touched down at boscombe down military base, in wiltshire. those on board will now be taken to a hospital on the wirral to spend a fortnight in isolation. let's take a look at the scene in boscombe down, where the plane hasjust landed. the scene in boscombe down, in the scene in boscombe down, we have seen one pi outside in we have seen one plug apart outside the aircraft, that is at the live shot. then a fairly long drive up live shot. then a fairly long drive up to the widdle on—board those couches. as we know from previous occasions when people were landed just west of london on the way up to arrowe park hospital on the bottle, which is being used as the isolation location for british locations from overseas. we know that some of the people on board will not be any

protective suits, therefore, they will be identifiable, so we have to keep a certain distance from the couch so that we do not invade their privacy, the fact that they have this virus is no cause for them to be made public spectacle of. it is important to see that this process is ongoing, and you see that work being done, something based on a 14 day incubation period, but there are now it questions being asked about the effectiveness of that progress. let's go live now to wuhan where we can speak to yun—fey yao, a correspondent with the state run chinese tv channel cgtn. thank you for speaking with us, given at the time difference. can i ask you what the health ministry has been saying today about one particular case which is raising concerns over this 14 day ignition period, and whether it is actually

enough? it is quite miserable because exports do confirm that there are cases, even at though they don't have symptoms, they are still the wireless carrier which can possibly infect others. —— wireless carrier. technically, so far, the only way to contain the wireless is to cut down human—to—human interaction completely. that explains why at the beginning part of the epidemic so many people got infected before the local government took a very extreme but brave measures, which was to completely shut down at the city, mailing to suspend the mass transit operations, as well as cutting down at the opening lines from wuhan. now you have already seen at the outcomes, the other part of china, outside of hubei province, the number of

infected cases has already dropped. but at the epicentre here in wuhan, the situation is still severe, they have to take further steps to com pletely have to take further steps to completely shut down human interaction. and that's an extraordinary challenge, to persuade people to voluntarily isolate themselves from friend and family to minimise, if not eliminate entirely, the risk of infection from people who appear healthy, but actually are carrying the virus and are in a position to transmit it to others? indefinitely, it's a very hearty mission, given the scale of the city with 11 million people. the reason why you see increasing numbers within the epicentre, the part of it is because of the speed of the testing. before this, a few days ago, it was only available to test

out a few hundred cases. but now, each day, there will be able to test ten cases, meaning all the suspected cases will be able to receive their results by the day. no other reason why more people got infected is because they actually conduct out the door—to—door screening, kneeling on the committee work i had to knock on the committee work i had to knock on each household i check on the condition of each person. so if they see anything of each person. so if they see anything abnormal or fever symptoms, they would be advised to go to the quarantine zone. making sure that anyone with issues is taking care of in at the professional way so that others will not be infected. the world health organization sent a team to wuhan, what are you hearing from them, do you know what they will be seen and who they will be talking to? they

are believed to be in wuhan already. effo rts are believed to be in wuhan already. efforts have been made to reach out to them to arrange an interview, but they kind of keep secret of their agenda as we all inquiry. what we do know so far is that they originally planned to do the research in the three different locations in china, they nearly added wuhan, meaning this is the first time the world health organization has reach the epicentre of the coronavirus. previously, they have praised china's commitment in terms of protecting the global health conditions. china has been quite frank given the current situation, by reporting the number of reports routinely, as well as giving details about leigh patients, including low temperatures, as well as submitting the outcomes of their research, likely sequence of the virus. thank

you very much for speaking to us on bbc news. the nhs has started testing people for coronavirus in their own homes in london to minimise the risk of spreading the infection. if the pilot is successful, it could soon be rolled out to other parts of the uk. home—testing will be carried out by nhs staff, like nurses or paramedics. the duke and duchess of sussex will no longer use the word "royal" when they begin their new life outside of the monarchy. the couple had been in discussions with aides and senior royals about using the brand "sussex royal." applications to trademark that name have been withdrawn. i've been speaking to royal commentator, victoria murphy, about the couple's announcement. when they announced they were stepping back as senior royals as a result of those negotiations with the rest of the royal family, they said they would not use the title of his or her royal highness to promote themselves. they would retain them but not use them.

but when the question was asked, "what about sussex royal?", they didn't have a clear answer at that stage, so now there have been these negotiations about what happens to sussex royal. when they said they would not use the royal highness titles, it's hard to see how sussex royal could have been viewed any differently because they are no longer working members of the royal family, and no longer working within the system and institution so using the term "royal" is just not appropriate. i was very struck when i looked at the statement issued today on their behalf. it said, "while there is not any jurisdiction by the monarchy or cabinet office over the use of the word royal overseas, the duke and duchess do not intend to use sussex royal." the implication to me is that it is not a very relaxed statement. it's saying, "there's a line, we have not crossed it, but we are choosing not to do that." does that reflect the tone of the negotiations?

i think that is an interesting point, and if you look at the update on their website yesterday evening, there were sseveral sections where you could make the same comment, sections where they point out that there was precedent for members of the royal family working separately and representing the queen. i'm not sure what they mean because i cannot think of a direct example. clearly they feel perhaps they have given up more than originally hoped to, and they have been very honest about that, they said they had hoped to have more of a halfway house, but that it wasn't possible. but it is clear what they value the most is their ability to operate autonomously, so giving up things perhaps they had not initially intended to. they are still willing to do that as long as they can achieve the end goal of being free to make decisions about their future. with sussex royal, in some ways it is frustrating for them because they have to go back to the drawing board and re—establish themselves under a new name, but in doing so, they will be more free from the constant potential

criticism of, "should they use royal, are they cashing in by doing so?" in a way, for them, this is a better outcome in the long—term. i suppose there was always the danger of the moment they reached some commercial deal, they would be attacked in the media for doing so. because we have just seen recent pictures of the two of them continuing to perform public duties. after the end of march, anything that had a taint of commercialism, continuing to perform public duties. after the end of march, anything that had a taint of commercialism, they were open for criticism. presumably now this protects them from that accusation of cashing in on the queen. in terms of that specific name, it does, the accusation of cashing in using the name royal. but the question of whether projects they take on reflect well on the royal family, i think, will still be a question, and they acknowledged that when they said they would only take on projects that uphold the integrity of the queen. it is not clear exactly what they mean by that.

i am sure they will do things we have not seen the queen do, but clearly there's an intent to still acknowledge their behaviour reflects on the royal family as they are still members of the family. they will still be members of the family, but from april the ist, they will step back as working royals. january the 31st is the last day of the current setup, they've got some royal duties until then which will be carried out and covered in the same way, but from the ist of april, there will be no office at buckingham palace, and they will be represented in the uk from representatives of their charitable organisations, not by the royal household. the democratic presidential hopeful, bernie sanders, has warned russia not to meddle in us elections. mr sanders confirmed a report in the washington post that us intelligence officials had told him moscow was trying to help his campaign. president trump has dismissed similar claims about his campaign as a hoax. chris buckler sent this

report from washington. us intelligence officials have long believed that russia tried to interfere in america's 2016 election by spreading disinformation online. and, four years on, they've briefed members of congress that moscow is meddling again. this time, notjust to help donald trump, but also the democratic candidate who is his political polar opposite — bernie sanders. an apparent attempt to sow more division in a country already split by mr trump's presidency. but although this information came from his own intelligence agencies, america's commander—in—chief has dismissed the claims as a hoax being spread by his political opponents. it's disinformation. that's the only thing they're good at. they are not good at anything else. they get nothing done — do—nothing democrats. senator sanders is the current front runner in the democratic party battle to challenge mr trump. and he's far from sceptical about the allegations

of interference, even claiming that russia might be responsible for some online attacks that have been attributed to his campaign. mr putin is a thug. he is an autocrat. he may be a friend of donald trump's, he is not a friend of mine. let me tell mr putin, the american people — whether you are republicans, democrats, independents — are sick and tired of seeing russia and other countries interfering in our elections. supporters of bernie sanders are at the opposite end of the political spectrum to president trump's. and the american authorities clearly fear that russia can take advantage of that kind of fight for the presidency in an attempt to disrupt democracy once again in the united states. the headlines on bbc news: a plane carrying britons who had been trapped on a coronavirus—hit cruise ship injapan have landed back in the uk. harry and meghan say they'll stop

using their "sussex royal" brand from spring following their decision to step back from royal duties. and bernie sanders warns president putin to keep out of american politics after reports that russia was trying to help the democratic presidential hopeful‘s campaign. the uk is bracing itself for more bad weather today — as the recovery from storms ciara and dennis continue. two severe flood warnings remain in place in england — and there still over 130 flood warnings in england, scotland and wales. the met office has also issued three yellow warnings for wind, rain and snow across the uk. let'sjoin robert hall who is in knaresborough in harrogate, north yorkshire. what's going on? knaresborough is a very close to,

show you what is going on across flood affected areas. for those who have visited, but now it is a very pretty town with a river flowing through a gorge in at the time. there is a huge amount of water coming through at this morning, we do have blue skies, the heavy rain has passed for the moment, but this water is coming down from no more is and the streams and into the river. you can see that there are some localised flooding in at the centre, some riverside property is flooded, a picture repeated across flood areas. you mention to severe warnings, that is down in herefordshire are at hampton bishop, that area suffered very badly, still in at the eyes of the environment agency, a risk to life down there. but there are 84 warnings on numerous rivers, all about the risk of the river bursting its banks as

the notice comes down. that is what hates happening up here in yorkshire. if we can just come around here, there is a we arejust below me about 100 metres down, let's show you the amount of water coming down over there, giving you an indication of what downstream of here is facing. there really is still an existing problem, even though the rain has stopped, there is still a risk. of course, that water is carrying debris which can getjammed water is carrying debris which can get jammed against obstacles, causing problems once again. we are looking at a river spreading out into a flood plain, affecting rows and riverside properties. it is fair to say, we are aware up in the pennines yesterday and other areas that had suffered badly in the last bout of flooding from storm ciara and storm dennis function. things

are dry they are but there is still are dry they are but there is still a lot to do. every time we get rain into water courses like this, there is another potential problem at its lausanne efforts to get two properties to assess damage and to work out where people go next. it is still an uncertain time, we do have some respite across the country, some respite across the country, some clearer skies. there are some occasional heavy showers, a strong wind across northern england up to scotla nd wind across northern england up to scotland and northern ireland, another yellow warning. overall improving, the river here should drop later today once all that flood water overnight has come down. maybe, just maybe, we are out of the woods for the time being, but that will not mean anything to all those thousands of people that have seen properties and businesses damage, in some cases, it rain. good weather for ducks by the looks of it.

some of england's top rugby union clubs are backing a new scheme being rolled out to help young boys to spot the signs of mental health problems. just yesterday, former international danny cipriani spoke about his own struggles with depression, in a video he posted following the death of his former girlfriend, caroline flack. this report from frankie mccamley. a man who is used to hard tackles, but yesterday, danny cipriani tackled a very hard subject — the death of his former girlfriend, caroline flack. i was so vulnerable with her in my moment, when we first met, and i told her everything about me, because i felt safe with her. so i told her all the things that i was embarrassed and shameful about. she made me feel ok. and, ultimately, it was embarrassment and shame that killed her. so i'm telling everyone now what my most embarrassing

and shameful moments are, because i know she knew i had the strength to do this. his emotional video was praised by the men's health charity movember, who are encouraging young rugby players all over the country to talk. i have seen a couple of players look quite down, and i go over to them and try and pick them back up. you make a mistake, you think, i've messed it all up, and everyone's going to get angry with me. sometimes our match is posted online, and sometimes there can be mean comments coming towards you. the initiative has the support of top rugby clubs and stars including harlequins' danny care, who is encouraging young players to open up in what is often seen as a macho sport. here on the rugby pitch, it is physical, it is tough, it can be brutal at times. every mistake these young lads make in a match can be right in front of hundreds of people. not always good for the mental health. so that's why, here at this rugby club, they are taking time to talk. off the pitch, away from scrutiny,

where there is a place to reflect. for me, i think the mental side of the game is just as important as the physical side of the game. the movember charity is teaming up with rugby clubs across england to deliver mental health workshops to more than 8,000 boys aged between 12 and 18. and, as young boys, what do we think about that? what do we think about, like, a man like tyson fury talking about mental health? if a person like tyson fury can get through it, it makes you think that pretty much anyone can get through it. in a setting they feel comfortable in, the programme aims to help boys spot signs of depression and anxiety in team—mates, and where to go if anybody needs help. how do you deal with the game mentally, if you feel quite bad, or the press is treating you badly after it? one week you play really well, your team wins, you maybe score a try, everyone thinks you're the best player in the world. a week after, you throw an intercept in twickenham in front of 80,000 people,

like i did. it is onlyjust a game. there's more important things in life. i've got great family, great friends around me, that can take my mind off rugby, and itjust gave me more motivation and determination to come back stronger, fitter, faster. the sports psychologists who developed the programme believe it can help prevent male suicide. if it just affects one of them, if one of them maybe thinks maybe i'm struggling a little bit, i'll speak to one of my mates, i'll pull him aside and tell him i'm struggling, or go to a coach or a teacher or a parent. suicide remains one of the biggest killers of men under 50 in the uk. we need to change those statistics, and we need to do something about that at an early stage. so this programme is all about prevention and early intervention, and supporting boys as they go through into adult life, to be more resilient and have coping mechanisms. the programme has been welcomed by players on this pitch, but there is much more to do for those who don't

have a team around them. and, for men in particular, mental health remains an uncomfortable subject to talk about. let's take a look at the scene in boscombe down. a military airport is hosting that chartered flight by the british government to bring home notjust uk citizens, but in toto 32 passengers, several of whom are european nationals. they are all now headed, it will be heading up, to arrowe park hospital on the wiiral, where they will be kept in confinement for two weeks to ensure that they are clear of the virus, at least going by what we know at the moment about the virus and a is transmit ability.

it has been accepted as a 14 days isolation from the outside world before they will be allowed to go home. that is the scene, we will bring you more from an hour once we talk to our corresponded a little lighter, who can perhaps describe for us ina lighter, who can perhaps describe for us in a bit more detail what has happened at the airport this morning before they head off to the wiiral to begin their two weeks at arrowe park hospital. fans of the tv series, friends, are celebrating, after news of the reunion they've been waiting more than 15 years for, is finally happening. all six of the cast posted this picture last night with the caption "it's happening" — confirming they will all return for a one—off unscripted special. which in at the old jargon, i think

means it's a drama. —— a documentary, not a drama. residents in one californian community have received a somewhat unwelcome guest — a wild brown bear. the animal — weighing nearly 200 kilos — could be seen wandering around the streets and gardens of monrovia — a town near los angeles. tim allman reports. believe it or not, this isn't exactly an uncommon sight around these parts. monrovia backs onto the angeles national forest, so black bears do occasionally take a stroll through the neighbourhood. "stroll" being the operative word. this particular animal, described by wildlife officials as an old lady, seemed to be in no particular hurry. from driveways to gardens, she sauntered very much at her own speed. that laid—back attitude seemed to be infectious — no—one seemed too perturbed.

capturing the moment on camera seemed to be the priority for some. and it was hard to work out who was the more ferocious — a big black bear or some slightly smaller animals. the local police were alerted and said they were monitoring the situation, adding that the california department of fish and wildlife were on their way. eventually, they arrived, and the bear was tranquilized and taken away for a checkup. assuming she's ok, she will be returned to the wild. in the meantime, someone may need to buy a new sign. tim allman, bbc news. an update on the bear, i am advised it is a blackbird, although it looks brown. the significance is not the colour but the shape. unless you're

watching in black and white, it probably looks no different. —— a black bear. now it's time for a look at the weather with matt taylor. another very blustery day out there, a mixture of sunshine and showers for the start of afternoon. any sunshine in between them in the south, a little bit on the hazy side. in the south, a little the showers in the north are falling as sleet and snow, even to lower levels in scotland, with blizzards over the hills. wind gusts this afternoon quite widely touching gale—force, maybe 60—70 miles per hour in the far north of scotland. this where it temperatures today are 4or this where it temperatures today are 4 or 5 celsius at best, but they will drop in the shoes showers, could hit 12—14 and at the south—east corner. maybe a frosty night into parts of scotland, temperatures rise elsewhere as cloud and more rain pushes in, persistent rain to convert parts of wales and northern england, following on already saturated ground, that could cause flooding issues into tomorrow morning. river levels rising throughout the day is that rain pulls away. windsor is a little bit

across southern counties, but it's cloudy and damp. sunshine for more tomorrow, not feeling as cool. hello this is bbc news with me shaun ley.

a plane carrying britons who had been trapped on a coronavirus—hit cruise ship injapan has landed back in the uk. harry and meghan will stop using their "sussexroyal" brand from spring following their decision to step back from royal duties. bernie sanders warns president putin to keep out of american politics after reports that russia was trying to help the democratic presidential hopeful‘s campaign. mr putin is a slug, he is an autocrat. he may be a friend of donald trump but he is not a friend of mine. —— thug. the met office warns the uk to brace itself for more bad weather with warnings of snow in scotland, strong winds and more rain on the way. sport and for a full round up, from the bbc sport centre, here'sjohn watson.(os six games in the premier league today. chelsea against tottenham one

of the more fascinating jose mourinho returning to stamford bridge where he won three premier league titles as a manager back in familiar surroundings as he goes up against former player central to his team in his first spell, frank lamapard. it spell, frank lamapard. isjust about it spell, frank lamapard. is just about to get under v and it is just about to get under way and you can follow it all over on the bbc sport website. the six nations returns today, scotland and italy play in the early kick off. the big match is in cardiff, wales hoping to end the unbeaten run of the french in what could be a defining weekend in the championship. olly foster's in cardiff, where the atmosphere is already building ahead of kick off which is at a quarter to five this evening. the sun is out, that is a rarity in south wales for the last couple of weeks. hundreds and hundreds of french fans are sightseeing, really looking forward to those. you might be able to see a group of gentlemen from overseas, they are already on the fizzy