Analysis of the Budget shows the UK's tax burden - the amount paid by individuals and companies in relation to the size of the economy - will rise to its highest level since the 1960s over the next five years, according to watchdog the Office for Budget Responsibility. From 2023, corporation tax will rise from 19% to 25%, although smaller firms will be exempt. And 1.3 million extra people will start paying income tax between now and 2026, with a million more facing a higher rate.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak used Wednesday's Budget to extend support to companies and individuals affected by the coronavirus pandemic, through the furlough scheme and increased universal credit payments. But he warned the unprecedented spending could not continue, saying some of his tax decisions may not be "popular" but were "honest". If you're still getting your head around what was announced:

Modified Covid vaccines aimed at tackling variants like the one from Brazil can be fast-tracked through the approval system, the UK's regulator says. Jointly with authorities in Australia, Canada, Singapore and Switzerland, the MHRA has issued guidance on the checks and measures required. It says no corners will be cut on safety, with data from real-world studies used to support decisions. The aim is to avoid lengthy trials, allowing approval within months, not years - in a similar system to that used for updating annual flu vaccines. Scientists think existing coronavirus vaccines work against new variants but may not be as effective.

A second teaser clip for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's interview with Oprah Winfrey reveals Meghan saying she is not afraid of the consequences of speaking out. In an interview for US broadcaster CBS, the Duchess says she cannot be expected to be silent if the royals have a part in "perpetuating falsehoods about us". It comes as Buckingham Palace says it's investigating claims the duchess faced a complaint of bullying royal staff. In response to the report in the Times newspaper, Meghan's spokesman said the duchess was saddened by the "latest attack on her character".

"Spend now, tax later," is how the Financial Times describes the effect of Rishi Sunak's Budget. The Metro says the chancellor - who it labels "Risky Sunak" - has "gambled" £65bn on a quick recovery out of the pandemic, in saying the economy would grow by more than 11% in the next two years. And the Daily Telegraph uses a front-page graphic to illustrate how a five-year personal tax "raid" will aim to recoup the investment. Read the review.

BBC Sport charts the rise - and rise - of LeBron James, from high school basketball phenomenon to transforming three failing franchises into NBA-winning teams. And here's a video of a rare black fox prowling around west London.

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