Trump threatens to pull Republican convention out of North Carolina

US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina unless the state's Democratic governor guarantees he will swiftly lift restrictions on large gatherings of people during the coronavirus pandemic. "Unfortunately, Democrat Governor

Trump threatens to move Republican convention if North Carolina won't allow packed arena

President targets Democratic governor days after state’s highest daily increase in coronavirus cases

Trump threatens to move Republican convention if North Carolina won't allow packed arena

President targets Democratic governor days after state’s highest daily increase in coronavirus cases * Coronavirus – latest global updatesDonald Trump has threatened to move the Republican party’s national convention from Charlotte, North Carolina, if the state is unable to commit to “full attendance

Trump threatens to move Republican National Convention out of North Carolina unless ‘full attendance’ allowed

Trump’s tweets about the RNC, planned for Charlotte, come just two days after North Carolina recorded its largest daily increase in positive coronavirus cases yet

Trump threatens to find new GOP convention site if North Carolina governor won't allow full attendance

President Trump warned Monday that planners would be "reluctantly forced" to find a new site for the Republican National Convention if North Carolina's governor can't guarantee the party will be allowed "full attendance" at the event currently planned in the state's largest city. 

FBI joins 3-state manhunt for UConn student wanted in string of slayings, home invasion and kidnapping

The FBI has joined the massive search, which is now spanning three states, for a University of Connecticut student believed to be armed with several stolen guns whom police say is connected to two homicides, a kidnapping and a home invasion.

FBI joins 3 state manhunt for UConn senior Peter Manfredonia suspected in two murders

The FBI has joined law enforcement across three states in the manhunt for University of Connecticut student Peter Manfredonia, who is wanted in a pair of murders.

Manhunt underway for UConn student Peter Manfredonia suspected in two murders

Police are searching for a University of Connecticut senior who is suspected in two murders -- and they are warning the public he should be considered armed and dangerous.

3-state manhunt for UConn student wanted in 2 homicides: cops

Three states are conducting a manhunt Monday for a University of Connecticut accused of two brutal slayings and believed to be armed with several stolen guns had stretched from Connecticut to New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Ex-strongman Bouterse seeks another term in Suriname

PARAMARIBO, Suriname — Few leaders have the sort of shadows that hang over Suriname’s President Dési Bouterse: a former coup leader and strongman, convicted of murder and drug smuggling, overseeing a dire economy. Yet the charismatic 74-year-old president stands a fair chance of holding onto power as the small South American nation elects a new …

Ex-strongman Bouterse seeks another term in Suriname

Few leaders have the sort of shadows that hang over Suriname's President Dési Bouterse: a former coup leader and strongman, convicted of murder and drug smuggling, overseeing a dire economy.

‘It Feels Good To Be Out Of My House’: Biden Makes First In-Person Appearance In 2 Months

Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden attended his first in-person event in months Monday since he started self-isolating at his Wilmington...

PHOTOS: Joe Biden Makes First In-Person Appearance in over 2 Months

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in over two months by laying a wreath at a veterans park for Memorial Day. 

#BooForBoris: British Left Organises Anti-Johnson Two Minutes Hate

Opponents of the UK's Conservative government have called on followers to indulge in a public shaming ceremony by "booing for Boris" Johnson.

David Drucker: Why Biden's latest gaffe may not be as damaging as Hillary's 'deplorables' remark

David Drucker said on Monday that “only time will tell” if presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden can rebound from his “you ain’t black enough” comments.

History Channel's Ulysses S. Grant Series Highlights Legacy of the General Who Won the Civil War

Leonardo DiCaprio has teamed with History Channel for a three-night miniseries meant to restore and highlight the legacy of Ulysses S. Grant, one of America's greatest generals, presidents, and the man who won the Civil War.

Muslims Around the World Defy Coronavirus Lockdowns to Celebrate Eid al-Fitr

Reports from across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia this weekend described Muslims ignoring lockdowns to celebrate Eid al-Fitr.

Arbery's Family's Lawyer: Trump's DOJ ‘Has Been Very Active’ in Our Case

The Justice Department has been "very professional," "very active," and "very responsive" in the case of Ahmaud Arbery, said Lee Merritt.

Donald Trump at Fort McHenry: 'We Are the Captains of Our Own Fate'

President Donald Trump celebrated Memorial Day on Monday at a special visit to Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland.

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

Wellington: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.

Groundbreaking TV? Earthquake hits during Jacinda Ardern interview

An earthquake hit as New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern was being interviewed live on TV.

Unmoved by earthquake, New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern carries on with TV interview

Jacinda Ardern interrupted Newshub host Ryan Bridge to tell him what was happening at the parliament complex in the capital, Wellington.

New Zealand PM calm as earthquake strikes during live TV interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview. During the interview with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview.

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.

WATCH: New Zealand PM's epic reaction while earthquake strikes during her live interview

The capital city and its nearby areas were shaken up by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake while Ardern's live interview was underway.

Earthquake during live interview: How New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern kept calm

‘We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here Ryan, quite a decent shake here.’

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern keeps cool as earthquake strikes during TV interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was largely unphased when an earthquake struck during a live TV interview Monday morning. “We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here, Ryan,” Ardern

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.

Jacinda Ardern keeps her cool as earthquake hits New Zealand during live interview

The 5.8 magnitude quake hit Wellington as New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was in the middle of a live broadcast. She calmly continued with the interview as the camera and other things shook around her.

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was undaunted by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern stays cool as earthquake hits during live interview

Poised as always.

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

New Zealand PM carries on with TV interview during quake

Rest of World News: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monday morning. She inter

New Zealand's PM Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington

US limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak

Brazil has the second-highest number of confirmed coronavirus infections in the world — trailing only the United States — with more than 350,000 cases and 22,700 deaths.

White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil

Trump had already banned certain travelers from China, Europe, the United Kingdom and Ireland and, to a lesser extent, Iran.

Coronavirus: United States bans travel from Brazil

Latin American country has nearly 350,000 Covid-19 cases with 22,000 deaths

US curbs travel from Brazil amid deepening coronavirus outbreak

The White House has announced a ban on travel to the United States from Brazil due to the spread of coronavirus in Latin America's hardest-hit country.

White House limits travel to US from Brazil due to coronavirus

WASHINGTON, DC: The White House on Sunday (May 24) said it was prohibiting most non-US citizens from travelling to the United States if they had ...

U.S. limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak

WASHINGTON/BRASILIA (Reuters) - The White House on Sunday said it was restricting travel from Brazil to the United States, two days after the South American nation became the world’s No. 2 hotspot for coronavirus cases.

White House limits travel to U.S. from Brazil due to coronavirus

Brazil has surpassed Russia to become the world No. 2 hot spot for coronavirus cases, second only to the United States

Trump extends coronavirus travel bans to hard-hit Brazil

Brazil, easily Latin America's hardest-hit country, has the world's second-highest infection tally and one of its highest death tolls, at more than 347,000 and 22,000, respectively.

White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil

President Donald Trump on Sunday further limited travel from the world's coronavirus hotspots by denying entry to foreigners coming from Brazil.

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK's Johnson and aide

Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings, accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

'What planet are they on?' - UK newspaper reaction to Johnson backing Cummings

British newspapers were united in their condemnation of Boris Johnson's decision to back Dominic Cummings after calls for his top aide to be sacked over

"What planet are they on?" No respite for UK's Johnson and aide

London: Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for Johnson and Cummings

LONDON – Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK’s Johnson and aide

LONDON, May 25 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London. Defending one of Britain’s most powerful men,...

‘What planet are they on?’ – UK press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

Hong Kong has become the latest flashpoint in soaring tensions between the world's two superpowers which China has likened to 'the brink of a new Cold War'.

China threatens U.S. countermeasures if punished for Hong Kong law

China plans to impose a national security law on the city's financial hub, with the Hong Kong security chief backing it as needed in defeating 'terrorism'

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

China on Monday threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on Hong Kong, that the business hub’s security chief hailed as a new tool that would defeat “terrorism”.

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Beijing has warned the US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

US national security advisor Robert O'Brien warned Sunday that the new law could cost the city the preferential trading status it enjoys with the United States, the world's largest economy.

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

BEIJING, May 25 — Beijing has warned the US that it will take “every necessary measure” to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong’s special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law. China plans to impose...

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Beijing has warned the US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law. China plans to impose legislation on the semi-autonomous

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Beijing has warned US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges

Burundi ruling party candidate Ndayishimiye wins election

Burundi's ruling party presidential candidate Evariste Ndayishimiye on Monday was declared the victor of the bitterly disputed election, with 68.72 percent of the vote.

Burundi ruling party candidate wins election amid rigging claims

Evariste Ndayishimiye is declared winner with 69% of vote

Burundi ruling party candidate Ndayishimiye wins election

Bujumbura, Burundi | AFP | Burundi’s ruling party presidential candidate Evariste Ndayishimiye on Monday was declared the victor of the bitterly disputed election, with 68.72 percent of the vote. The election commission, which released the official results live on Burundian media, said that his main opposition rival Agathon Rwasa of the National Freedom Council (CNL), had garnered 24.19 percent of …

Burundi’s ruling party candidate wins presidential election

The announcement by the electoral commission comes after accusations of rigging by the leading opposition challenger

Burundi’s ruling party candidate wins presidential election with 68 percent of the vote

Burundi's ruling party candidate Evariste Ndayishimiye was on Monday declared the winner of the country's presidential election, which the opposition has said was flawed.

Burundi ruling party candidate wins presidential election

General Ndayishimiye, 52, is expected to succeed President Pierre Nkurunziza. Nkurunziza, who has been in power since 2005, had decided not to stand for a fourth term and had dubbed him his "heir.

Coronavirus India Update, May 25: Cases near 1.40 lakh; lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal’s 2 districts

Coronavirus (Covid-19) India Latest Update, May 25: The total number of infections in India rose to 1,38,845 on Monday. Of these 77,103 are active, while 57,720 patients have been discharged.

Coronavirus lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal’s Hamirpur, Solan

According to officials, Hamirpur has witnessed a spurt in cases after people in large numbers returned to the state from parts of the country recently.

Curfew Extended till June 30 in Solan and Hamirpur of Himachal Pradesh -

Authorities in Hamirpur and Solan districts of Himachal Pradesh on Monday extended the Covid-19 curfew till June 30, whereas one-fourth

Coronavirus lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan

Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.The district magistrates of Hamirpur and Solan issued orders Monday extending the curfew in their areas up to June 30

Coronavirus | Lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh’s Hamirpur, Solan

Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.

Coronavirus pandemic | Lockdown extended in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan districts till June 30

Hamirpur has reported the highest number of COVID-19 cases at 63 while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now

Coronavirus Pandemic: Delhi-Ghaziabad border sealed until further orders; those under essential services allowed to cross

In a recent notification, it has been informed that Delhi-Ghaziabad border will be sealed and the norms that were applicable during the second phase of lockdown will be implemented until further notice.

Delhi-Ghaziabad border to be resealed, only essential services allowed

However, the district administration said that those providing essential services, including doctors, paramedical staff, police, bank employees and media personnel are allowed to move across the two cities after showing identity cards. No special pass will be required, it said.

Ghaziabad-Delhi border sealed again, essential services personnel allowed

Ghaziabad in western Uttar Pradesh has recorded 227 cases of COVID-19 till Sunday evening, according to an official statement.

Ghaziabad DM issues order to seal border with Delhi; essential services to be allowed

On Monday, Ghaziabad District Magistrate Ajay Shankar Pandey has issued an order to seal the border with Delhi due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases.

Ghaziabad-Delhi border sealed again, essential services personnel allowed

Ghaziabad in western Uttar Pradesh has recorded 227 cases of COVID-19 till Sunday evening, according to an official statement.

Dominic Cummings: I don’t regret what I did

The Prime Minister’s chief adviser denied going back to Durham after returning to London on April 13, as has been reported.

Dominic Cummings: I don’t regret what I did

The Prime Minister’s chief adviser denied going back to Durham after returning to London on April 13, as has been reported.

Dominic Cummings says 'I do not regret what I did' and refuses to apologise for breaking lockdown rules

Cummings has come under fire after the Mirror and the Guardian revealed that he had traveled 260 miles to Durham from London during lockdown with his wife and four-year-old son

Dominic Cummings says 'I do not regret what I did' and refuses to apologise

The Prime Minister's key aide has said he believes he acted "reasonably" by making a 260-mile trip to Durham during the coronavirus lockdown - and said he has not considered resigning

I don't regret what I did, Cummings says over travel

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's senior aide Dominic Cummings has said "I don't regret what I did", as he responded to allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions.

Memorial Day: Biden wears face mask for first public appearance in 10 weeks but Trump refuses to

Joe Biden has appeared in public for the first time in more than two months to mark Memorial Day.In contrast to Donald Trump who has not worn masks during public appearances, both Mr Biden and his wife Jill Biden wore black face masks to lay a wreath a memorial for World War II and Korean War veterans

Joe Biden makes first public appearance since March

The apparent Democratic presidential nominee and his wife laid a wreath Monday to honor Delaware war dead, his first public foray since mid-March.

Biden makes first public appearance in months on Memorial Day

Former Vice President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day on Monday by participating in a wreath-laying ceremony at a local veteran’s memorial near his Delaware home, in what was his first time in public

Joe Biden wears mask in 1st public appearance since March

Biden is back. Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance since mid-March as he visited a veterans memorial in Delaware, notably clad in a mask. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee laid a wreath in honor of Memorial Day, alongside his wife, Jill Biden, who also wore a mask. Biden's choice to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendation to wear a mask during the coronavirus pandemic is in stark contrast to President Donald Trump, who often refuses to wear masks in public, fearful that he'd look ridiculous. Biden's first outing in two months may serve as a trial run for public events, reports The Associated Press, suggesting he won't spend the remaining five months until the election campaigning from home. While advisers hope to resume campaign activities eventually, they intend to do so "when safety allows, and we will not do that a day sooner," said Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon. Taylor Watson

Joe Biden wears mask in 1st public appearance since March

Biden is back.Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance since mid-March as he visited a veterans memorial in Delaware, notably clad in a mask. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee laid a wreath in honor of Memorial Day, alongside his wife, Jill Biden, who also

Delhi's Rail Bhavan to be shut again after staffer tests positive for COVID-19

Rail Bhavan will be closed for two days for sanitisation starting May 26 after a staffer tested positive for COVID-19

Coronavirus | Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case

Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection, an order said.

Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight as staffer tests positive

A fourth grade multi-tasking staffer, who last attended the office on May 19, tested Covid-19 positive. Nine of his contacts at the Rail Bhavan had been home quarantined.Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection

Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case

A fourth-grade multitasking staffer who attended office till last Tuesday is the fifth COVID-19 case detected in the building in less than two weeks. Nine of his contacts at Rail Bhavan have been sent to home quarantine, officials said.

Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another Coronavirus case

The multitasking staff is responsible for taking files from one official to another and come in contact with a lot of people throughout the day. These files can go to the Chairman, Railway Board or even the Railway Minister, thereby spreading infection, an official said.

Nagaland fears more COVID-19 positive case from returnees

Nagaland Page is an English newspaper published from Dimapur, Nagaland.

Nagaland reports 3 COVID-19 positive cases; All 3 patients returned from Chennai on May 22

Nagaland Page is an English newspaper published from Dimapur, Nagaland.

Nagaland reports 3 COVID-19 positive cases

State has not counted patient who tested positive in Assam after being transferred by Dimapur hospital

Meghalaya has 2 active COVID-19 positive cases :Hek

SHILLONG:  Meghalaya Health Minister A.L. Hek said that there were  two active COVID-19 cases in the state as on date and the 15th patient is a female from Resubelpara who has returned from Chennai and is already under quarantine.Addressing a press c

One more test COVID-19 positive in Meghalaya

SHILLONG: One more person has been tested positive for COVID-19  in Meghalaya on Monday taking the state's tally up to 15. The newly-detected COVID-19 positive person is now under institutional quarantine at Resubelpara."Another person who had travel

Edo discharges one more COVID-19 patient - The Nation Nigeria

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said that the state has discharged one more coronavirus (COVID-19) patient from its isolation centre

Osun discharges 2 COVID-19 patients, records 2 new cases

The Osun Government says it has discharged two more Coronavirus patients from its isolation and treatment centre.

Osun discharges 2 COVID-19 patients, records 2 new cases

The Osun Government says it has discharged two more coronavirus patients from its isolation and treatment centre.

Osun discharges two COVID-19 patients - The Nation Nigeria

The Osun government says it has discharged two more coronavirus patients from its isolation and treatment centre.The State Commissioner for Health...

Trump honours fallen soldiers on Memorial Day

The US president spoke at Fort McHenry in Baltimore after an earlier appearance at Arlington National Cemetery.

Trump honours fallen soldiers on Memorial Day

The US president spoke at Fort McHenry in Baltimore after an earlier appearance at Arlington National Cemetery.

Trump honours fallen soldiers on Memorial Day

The US president spoke at Fort McHenry in Baltimore after an earlier appearance at Arlington National Cemetery.

Trump honors fallen soldiers on Memorial Day in twin events | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BALTIMORE >> President Donald Trump honored America’s fallen service members today as he commemorated Memorial Day in back-to-back appearances in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

Afghan govt frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for second day

Presid­ent Ashraf Ghani said his admini­strati­on was also ready to hold peace talks with the Taliba­n

Afghan gov't frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for 2nd day

President Ashraf Ghani says his administration is also ready to hold peace talks with the Taliban, seen as key to ending the war in the impoverished country

Afghan govt frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for second day

Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival.

Taliban Prisoners Freed As Afghan Truce Holds For Second Day

Afghan authorities say they have released 100 Taliban prisoners as part of the government's response to a three-day cease-fire the militants called to mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, the Eid al-Fitr holiday.

Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds

A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts ...

Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds

Tokyo: A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts of the grounds, police said.

Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds

The Imperial Palace in Tokyo is among Japan's most popular tourist destinations

Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds

A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts of the grounds, police said.

Chinese officials defend controversial Hong Kong security laws as necessary against 'terrorism'

The new laws have sparked protests.

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

China's foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city's security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

Afghan government frees 100 Taliban prisoners

Peace prevails on day 2 of ceasefire

Afghan government frees first 100 Taliban prisoners after ceasefire: official

The government plans to free up to 2,000 Taliban inmates as a "goodwill gesture"

India welcomes Afghan government, Taliban Eid ceasefire

Earlier, India had expressed concern over the violence in the country despite a deal between the US and the Taliban that would allow for the US to withdraw its troops from Afghanistan after a more than 18-year long stay.

Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected

A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.

Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected

Taliban made the three-day truce offer that started Sunday to mark the Eid al-Fitr holiday

Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected

A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.

COVID-19 lockdown: Domestic flight services resume in Mumbai

COVID-19 lockdown: Domestic flight services resume in Mumbai: As many as 20 flights were operated to and from the Mumbai airport till 12:45 pm on Monday after .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Domestic flights resume

Poor patronage and chaos due to cancellations hit airports in Kerala

Domestic flight services to commence today

Amid Covid-19 induced lockdown-4, domestic flight services to the Swami Vivekananda Airport in Raipur will commence from May 25, with the Chhattisgarh government announcing a detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the arriving passengers. The SOP states that foreign residents interested

Coronavirus latest: at a glance

A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak

Coronavirus latest: at a glance

A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak

Coronavirus Australia latest: at a glance

A summary of the major developments in the coronavirus outbreak across Australia

First anniversary of Modi Govt 2.0: BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark year of ‘historic achievements’

Nagaland Page is an English newspaper published from Dimapur, Nagaland.

First anniversary of Modi Govt 2.0: BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark year of 'historic achievements'

The spread of coronavirus, which has resulted in lockdown and ban on political meetings, has prompted the BJP to resort to using technology to mark the first anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's second term.

BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark 1st anniversary of Modi govt 2.0

BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark 1st anniversary of Modi govt 2.0. In a communication to state units and other senior office-bearers, BJP general secretary Arun Singh said all big state units will hold at least two virtual rallies and smaller units will hold one, adding that more than 750 people should attend each of these programmes.

UK PM’s top aide Cummings defies calls to resign after breaking lockdown

Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.

UK PM's top aide Cummings defies calls to quit

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's top aide Dominic Cummings defied calls to resign on Monday over allegations that he broke coronavirus rules and undermined the government's response to the health crisis.

UK PM's top aide Cummings defies calls to resign

Dominic Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.

Dominic Cummings says he drove to Barnard Castle to test his eyesight – video

The senior political adviser says he drove from Durham to Barnard Castle before returning to London for work to see if he could drive safely after his eyesight became affected by coronavirus

Angry Barnard Castle OAPs say Dominic Cummings must go

Reaction was strong in the County Durham market town where the Downing Street adviser was reported to have visited in April.

Angry Barnard Castle OAPs say Dominic Cummings must go

Reaction was strong in the County Durham market town where the Downing Street adviser was reported to have visited in April.

Cyclone Amphan: Govt releases Rs 1,000 crore to West Bengal; central team to visit soon

The rescue-and-relief operations in West Bengal were discussed at a meeting of the National Crisis Management Committee

Govt releases Rs 1,000 crore to West Bengal; central team to visit soon to assess cyclone damage

The rescue-and-relief operations in West Bengal were discussed at a meeting of the National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC), headed by Cabinet Secr

Govt releases Rs 1,000 Cr to West Bengal; central team to visit soon to assess cyclone damage

As announced by the prime minister after his aerial survey and review of the relief efforts with West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, a sum of Rs 1,000 crore has already been released to the state government, an official statement said. The Ministry of Home Affairs will be sending a team to the state soon to ass

Joe Biden, wearing a mask, makes first campaign stop in months

Former vice president Joe Biden has made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago.

Joe Biden, wearing a mask, makes first campaign stop in months

Former vice president Joe Biden has made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago.

Out of the house: Democrat Biden makes first campaign stop in weeks

NEW CASTLE, Delaware (Reuters) - Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veteran’s memorial to mark the U.S. Memorial Day holiday.

UN: Libya coast guard intercepts, detains about 400 migrants

Safa Msehli, a spokeswoman for the International Organization for Migration said the migrants were taken to the al-Nasser detention center in the town of Zawya, west of Tripoli, she said.

Libya’s coast guard intercepted about 400 migrants off country’s Mediterranean coast, UN agency says

A spokeswoman for the International Organization for Migration said the migrants were taken to the al-Nasser detention centre in the town of Zawya, west of Tripoli

UN: Libya coast guard intercepts, detains about 400 migrants

CAIRO — Libya’s coast guard intercepted about 400 Europe-bound migrants off the country’s Mediterranean coast over the past two days, and brought them to the capital of Tripoli from where they were taken to a detention centre, the U.N. migration agency said Monday.

Maharashtra issues guidelines for air travel

Passengers to be stamped on left hand for home isolation of 14 days and self-monitoring of health

Centres issues guidelines for domestic air travel; here's what you need to do

The new guidelines listed for domestic air travel are as follows:

Israel’s Netanyahu vows to push ahead with plans to annex parts of occupied West Bank

The comments threatened to push Israel closer to a confrontation with Arab and European partners, and could deepen what is becoming a growing partisan divide over Israel in Washington

Israel’s Netanyahu says he won’t miss West Bank annexation opportunity

JERUSALEM, May 25 — Israel will not miss a “historic opportunity” to extend its sovereignty to parts of the West Bank, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said today calling the move one of his new government’s top tasks. Palestinians consider such a step as illegal annexation of occupied...

CM pitches for continuity of LDF rule

On fourth anniversary of government, Pinarayi recounts how recurrent obstacles were overcome

Kerala CM pitches for continuance of LDF rule on govt.’s fourth anniversary

Pinarayi Vijayan asserts that the LDF has lived up to its manifesto though unprecedented adversities had beset the State

Proposal: Only MKs to select attorney general - Inside Israel

MKs Ayelet Shaked and Shlomo Karai submit bill to remake committee to select attorney general to include only Knesset members.

Attorney General: We will continue to act fearlessly - Inside Israel

Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit responds to PM Netanyahu's criticism of the legal system.

Man, 24, arrested after choking girlfriend | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Honolulu police arrested a 24-year-old man after he allegedly choked his 24-year-old girlfriend in Honolulu Sunday.

Man arrested in Waianae after punching 70-year-old in shoplifting attempt | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Honolulu police arrested a 38-year-old man after he allegedly shoplifted merchandise from a convenience store in Waianae and punched a 70-year-old man who attempted to stop him.

Asia virus latest: Japan to lift emergency, India domestic flights resume

Here are the latest developments in Asia related to the coronavirus pandemic:

Asia virus latest: Japan to lift emergency, India domestic flights resume

Here are the latest developments in Asia related to the coronavirus pandemic:- Japan set to lift virus emergency -Japan is poised Monday to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest econo...

Tourists shouldn't travel to Goa; hotels continue to be non-functional: Official

On Monday, 10 out of the 13 flights, which were scheduled to land at Goa's Dabolim airport, were cancelled

Tourists should not travel to Goa; hotels still non functional: Official

Goa Health Secretary Nila Mohanan on Monday advised tourists not to travel to the coastal state, on a day when 10 out of the 13 flights,

China accuses US of triggering 'new Cold War'

FM Wang says fast-spread­ing 'politi­cal virus' in US is using every opport­unity to 'smear' China

China accuses America of wanting ‘new Cold War’ over coronavirus

Beijing: China on Sunday accused the US of pushing the bilateral ties to the brink of a "new Cold War" by spreading "lies" about the coronavirus and said it was open to international efforts to identify the source of the virus that has killed over 30

Japan Ends Coronavirus State of Emergency

The likelihood of the Japanese government lifting a state of emergency in Tokyo and nearby prefectures, as well as Hokkaido, altogether next Monday is growing, as the number of new coronavirus cases continues to decline, officials have said. After observing the situation over the weekend and hearing opinions from health experts, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will formally decide what to do with the emergency for Tokyo and Hokkaido, as well as Kanagawa, Chiba and Saitama prefectures, the last remaining areas under the measure among the country’s 47 prefectures, officials said Friday.

Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency - Foreign Affairs

Japanese president lifts state of emergency, following seven weeks of coronavirus-related restrictions.

N.S. RCMP use warrants to find killer's cellphone, computer and other devices

HALIFAX — As police in Nova Scotia continue their investigation into a mass killing last month that claimed 22 lives, newly released documents reveal the RCMP have seized and searched the killer’s computer, cellphone, tablet and a navigation device. The search warrants released today do not provide details about what police found because the documents are heavily …

N.S. RCMP use warrants to find killer's cellphone, computer and other devices

As police continue their investigation into a mass killing that claimed 22 lives last month in rural Nova Scotia, newly released documents reveal the RCMP recently seized and searched the killer's computer, cellphone, tablet and navigation devices.

Spain Reopening Foreign Tourism from July

The Spanish government has hinted at a possible reopening to foreign tourism this summer. It comes as a raft of lockdown measures were eased in Madrid and Barcelona on Monday.

Spain reopening for tourism 1 July

Tourists can return to Spain from 1 July, its prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, said Saturday. Tourists "do not run a risk or bring a risk of contagion to Spain", he said, amid scattered anti-lockdown protests in Madrid. "The hardest is behind us ... we've o...

Woman accused of child desertion in Ouachita Parish

Police have arrested a woman accused of child desertion in Ouachita Parish.

Man accused of abusing, killing dog in Ouachita Parish

Authorities have arrested a man accused of animal cruelty in Ouachita Parish.

Three test positive in Alappuzha

Two returned from abroad and one from Bengaluru

10 more test positive in Kannur

Two remand prisoners among infected

Domestic flights resume at Coimbatore International Airport

Three services touched down from Delhi, Chennai and Bengaluru

Chaos at GMR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport as many domestic flights get cancelled

Almost 120 flights were supposed to land or take flight today but only 40 were operated.

Police: New Jersey nurse attacked, nearly kidnapped by man she treated at hospital

A New Jersey nurse was attacked and terrorized by a man who she treated at her hospital the day before, according to police.

Police: New Jersey nurse attacked, nearly kidnapped by man she treated at hospital

A New Jersey nurse was attacked and terrorized by a man who she treated at her hospital the day before, according to police.

U.K. reportedly draws up plan to phase out Huawei equipment from 5G networks

The United Kingdom has reportedly drawn up a plan to phase out Huawei equipment from its 5G networks citing national security concerns.

UK reportedly to phase out Huawei from 5G network

Decision comes as many countries reexamine their relationship with Beijing

India sees highest 1-day spike with 6,977 corona cases, enters 10 worst-hit nations list

The total count of cases in India now stands at 1,38,845 with 4,021 deaths. A total of 154 of these deaths were reported on Monday.

India among worst-hit nations: health minister says time to forget Tablighi incident

Coronavirus infections are now growing at nearly 7000 per day and deaths by three-digit increases

Burundi election commission says Ndayishimiye new president

Burundi's election commission declared the governing party's candidate, Evariste Ndayishimiye, the winner of the country's presidential election amid accusations of rigging by the leading opposition challenger.

52-year-old Ndayishimiye becomes Burundi new president

Burundi's ruling party candidate Evariste Ndayishimiye was on Monday declared the winner of the country's presidential election.

UK leader's aide says he won't quit over lockdown road trip

LONDON — British leader Boris Johnson’s powerful chief aide insisted Monday that he wouldn't resign for driving the length of England while the country was under strict lockdown — a trip he made without informing the prime minister first.

U.K. leader's aide says he won't quit over lockdown road trip

British leader Boris Johnson's powerful chief aide insisted Monday that he wouldn't resign for driving the length of England while the country was under strict lockdown -- a trip he made without informing the prime minister first.

Coronavirus: European nations easing restrictions confident they can avoid second wave

They don't want to re-introduce lockdowns.

Easing Europe confident of avoiding coronavirus lockdown sequel

Armed with mass testing and tracing capabilities, a growing number of European countries are expressing confidence that they can avoid a return to economically-devastating coronavirus lockdowns. While most European countries failed to contain the coronavirus outbreak when it reached them in February

Indian man killed wife using cobra after failed attempt with viper: cops

An Indian man has been accused of murdering his wife with a highly venomous cobra -- weeks after failing with a viper.

After failed bid with viper, Kerala man kills wife with cobra: police

Police on Sunday arrested Sooraj, 27, a native of Adoor and Santosh, 47, a snake handler, on charges of killing Sooraj’s wife Uthra, 25, a native of Kollam.

'I think...I behaved reasonably' - Dominic Cummings defies calls to quit over accusations of flouting lockdown

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign today, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19.

Dominic Cummings believes he behaved 'reasonably' when travelling during UK lockdown

Mr Cummings denied further reports which suggested he took a second trip to the North East on April 14.

China will work to ease Africa’s debt burden — Chinese Foreign Minister

Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, has said China will work with G20 to ease Africa’s debt burden, as they both have many things in common.

China will work to ease Africa’s debt burden – Wang Yi

The Consul General of The Peoples' Republic of China in Lagos, Chu Maoming, has disclosed that Chinese Foreign Minister, Mr Wang Yi

16 Maharashtra returnees test positive for COVID-19 in Kalaburagi district

Number of infected persons up to 157

89 persons including 45 returnees from Gulf countries test positive for COVID-19 in Andhra

So far, 62 foreign returnees have tested positive upon returning to the State as part of Vande Bharat Mission.

HC seeks govt’s response on plea seeking full-fledged testing facilities in non-red zones

A division bench of Chief Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice S S Shinde, which heard the plea on May 22 through videoconference, directed government counsel Priyabhushan Kakade to respond to the petition in the next hearing.

Petition in Bombay High Court seeks Covid-19 testing facilities in non-red zones

The petition further stated that the swab samples from Ratnagiri were sent to a laboratory in Sangli district, which is nearly 237 km away.

Denmark to let cross-border couples meet again

COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Denmark eased its border controls with other Nordic countries and Germany on Monday, allowing cross-border couples separated by the coronavirus lockdown to meet again if they can prove they have been in a relationship for at least six months.

Denmark to let cross-border couples meet – if they show photos, love letters

COPENHAGEN – Denmark eased its border controls with other Nordic countries and Germany on Monday, allowing cross-border couples separated by the coronavirus lockdown to meet again if they can prove they have been in a relationship for at least six months.

Staffer at a Cape Town primary school tests positive for Covid-19

A staff member at Hague Primary School in Delft in Cape Town has tested positive for Covid-19, the Department of Education said.

Staffer at a Cape Town primary school tests positive for Covid-19

This comes as some teachers returned to schools on Monday in preparation for the return of Grade 7 and 12 pupils.

Dominic Cummings 'does not regret' lockdown travel as he addresses nation

Several Conservative backbenchers have joined calls from opposition parties for Mr Cummings to quit or be sacked

Dominic Cummings 'doesn't regret' lockdown journey and won't resign

Boris Johnson's chief adviser Dominic Cummings has said he does not regret travelling to Co Durham during lockdown.

Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic

Los Angeles: The coronavirus hasn’t been kind to car owners.

Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic in US

News News: LOS ANGELES: With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on t.

‘106 desilting works are on’

Works taken up under the Chief Ministers’ Special Desilting Scheme are being executed under the supervision and guidance of farmers, according to Rajesh Lakhoni, Monitoring Officer for the district.An

High Court stays munsif court order on church

Orthodox priest seeks to restrain Jacobite priests from managing church

Karnataka Students Can Give SSLC Board Exams In Kerala And Goa Too For Safety Reasons

The SSLC exams in Karnataka will be conducted for a period of 10 days, from 25 June to 4 July.

Area under gingelly expected to increase in Tiruchi district: official

The area under gingelly is expected to increase by about 200 hectares in Tiruchi district this year, thanks to a push given to oil seed cultivation under the Targeted Rice Fallow Area (TRFA) Oil Seeds

Op-Ed: Beyond the constitutional debate: unpacking the political conundrum

Addis Abeba, May 25/2020 – The Ethiopian constitution drove more interest, analysis and scrutiny in the past month than it had since its promulgation. Politicians and scholars have discussed and debated on what they referred as a constitutional conundrum after the National election board announced that it cannot conduct election ...

Rail Bhavan Closed Again After Another Staff Tests Positive Coronavirus

An employee of the Rail Bhavan in Delhi tested positive for the novel coronavirus on Monday, leading to the closure of all offices of the Railways Ministry for the next two days, the second time in less than a fortnight.

Acts of kindness of panchayat union teachers win over parents

Government schools may see spike in enrolment

Ahmedabad: Illegal slaughter of buffaloes; waiting for after Eid to detain more accused, say police

This was following Gujarat High Court (HC) directions that require accused persons to be tested for Covid-19 before being presented before a magistrate.

Mary Lou McDonald comments 'hammer home Fine Gael concerns' over talks

Comments made by Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald about the IRA campaign during the Troubles 'hammer home concerns' which Fine Gael has about the party, according to a TD.

Spike in COVID-19 cases expected, ready to deal with it: Assam Health Minister

A total of 35 more COVID-19 cases have been reported from Assam on Monday, taking the total number of cases in the state to 427.

Just bluster, says Chennithala

Chennithala says CM is all bluster and no action

Paper valuation may burn a hole in their pocket

Plus Two teachers grapple with uncertainty of transport services to centres in Tiruchi district

Migrant workers of Odisha cross into Chittoor from Tamil Nadu

Urge A.P. authorities to arrange transport to their home State

Land auction allegations a campaign to defame TTD, says Subba Reddy

‘The resolution was passed by the trust board in 2016’

COVID: Serosurvey in 10 hotspot cities, 60 other districts to determine community transmission

Besides, the survey would also be conducted in 60 districts of 21 states and Union Territories categorized into four strata -- zero, low, medium and high -- according to the reported COVID cases per million population, as per the protocols for community-based surveillance published in the IJMR (Indian Journal of Medica

UPDATE: One person dead, two in critical condition after Highway 1 collision in Langley

A man and woman were taken to hospital in critical condition

Stung by outrage, Andhra govt puts plans to sell 50 TTD properties on hold

Opposition parties contended that the move to sell 50 immovable properties would hurt the sentiments of those who had donated the properties to the ancient temple of Lord Venkateswara

Partly decomposed body found near Bloem Industria

Free State police are appealing to anyone with information to assist in identifying the partly decomposed body of a man found near Bloem Industria.

COVID-19: Nigeria evacuates 69 nationals from Lebanon

An official said the evacuees were made up of 50 trafficked young women and 19 others.

Decks cleared for formation of agriculture boards

They will recommend support packages for crop diversification

High-power panel seeks further inputs on gas leak incident

The high-power committee set up by the State government to probe the LG Polymers styrene vapour leakage incident on May 7 has decided receive further inputs till May 31 so as to submit its report with

One’s Own Stylist: Queen Elizabeth II Styling Hair Herself During Lockdown - Report

Millions of Brits admired the way Her Majesty looked during her two recent speeches to the nation – her address on the coronavirus pandemic and her VE Day...

Kentucky parents killed in car crash after son’s graduation

Nancy and Lyndon Barnett died in a car crash after leaving their son Dalton's high school graduation, school officials and authorities said.

Celeb-loved animal rights activist accused of staging dog abuse

A Los Angeles animal rights activist is accused of staging gruesome dog killings during trips to slaughterhouses for footage in his foundation videos, according to a report. Marc Ching, who runs the

90 % of promises fulfilled in first year itself: Jagan

‘Establishment of local secretariats a crowning achievement’

LDF keeps its options open

The Left Democratic Front (LDF) is gearing up to reap optimum benefit of the smouldering differences of opinion in the Kerala Congress (M) ahead of the local body and Assembly elections.The front lead

TDP to hold Mahanadu through Zoom app

14,000 leaders and workers expected to converge on the vidro-conferencing platform

Emergency in Congress’ DNA, says BJP after ‘gag order’ by Mumbai Police

The development comes in the midst of criticism the Uddhav Thackeray government is facing over the poor handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

Obama team was 'afraid' Flynn would find improper access to NSA data, Joe diGenova says

The Obama administration was "afraid" retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn would find out about improper access to National Security Agency data as President Trump's national security adviser, according to former U.S. Attorney Joe diGenova.

Coronavirus | Toll goes up in Telangana, Karnataka and Kerala

Three of six deaths in Telangana; Karnataka records two fatalities; two remand prisoners among Kerala’s 49 new cases

Large crowds gather for Memorial Day as US braces to surpass 100,000 deaths

People packed bars and restaurants in Missouri and beaches in Georgia and Florida, while other places remained closed or followed social distancing rules

Plateau state national assembly caucus donates to covid-19 fund

The National Assembly caucus from Plateau State on Monday put aside their political differences and collectively made some donation

Reopening of schools: I understand the concerns, I am also a mother, says Motshekga

Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga says she understands the anxieties, concerns and fears around Covid-19 ahead of the phased reopening of schools on 1 June.

Suriname's president seeks re-election after murder conviction

Surinamese President Desi Bouterse, a former military ruler who has dominated the country's politics in recent decades, was seeking a third term in an election on Monday, about six months after a local court found him guilty of murder in absentia. Bouterse, who has avoided prison due to his presidential

No formal service at Salisbury National Cemetery doesn’t mean the sacrifices were forgotten

One of the largest and most stirring annual Memorial Day ceremonies takes place at the National Cemetery on the grounds of the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Salisbury.

Over 1.38 Lakh Migrants Returned Home On Shramik Trains From Rajasthan: Railways

Over 1.38 lakh migrant workers stranded in Rajasthan have been sent to their home states in 98 Shramik Special trains till Sunday, the North Western Railway said on Monday.

William Small, Legendary Washington Bureau Chief for CBS News, Dies at 93

He served as the network's Washington Bureau Chief from 1962 to 1974.

Coronavirus live updates: U.S. marks Memorial Day as deaths near 100,000

Here are the latest coronavirus updates from around the world.

TDP leader blames YSRCP govt. for cancellation of flights

‘Naidu’s Visakhapatnam visit postponed, not cancelled’

SALLAH: Pandemic has adversely affected Enugu northern community — Sarikin Hausa

LEADER of the Northern Community in Enugu State, Alhaji Abubakar Sambo has disclosed that his people were top on groups greatly affected...

Vigil stepped up in Srisailam reserve

Sequel to death of Royal Bengal Tiger in Prakasam district

COVID-19: Woman in Plateau isolation centre delivers baby

A woman in her 30s who was isolated at a COVID-19 observation center at Heipang, Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau State has

Requiring face masks to fight COVID-19 while upholding niqab bans shows irony lost on leaders ǀ View

The current recommendations on wearing face masks also lay bare the absurdity of the arguments that some European governments have used to prohibit the wearing of face coverings in the public space.

ECB's Villeroy: Won't let adverse market dynamics lead to unwarranted hikes in borrowing costs

"Going further on Pandemic Emergency Purchase Programme (PEPP) only make sense if we ensure its maximum effectiveness," ECB Governing Council member F

State police issue new guidelines as cases increase among force

Most were deployed to enforce lockdown, at checkposts and containment zones

COVID-19: Health minister issues ‘new normal’ guidelines for workplaces 

In a ministerial decree issued on Saturday, Terawan detailed how offices and manufacturers should operate during the large-scale social restrictions (PSBB).

Uttar Pradesh News: State Govt Releases 2257 Convicts on Parole For 8 Weeks to Decongest jails

The development comes after the Supreme Court in March directed decongesting of prisons in a bid to maintain social distancing amid Coronavirus lockdown.

'Feels good to be out of my house': Biden lays Memorial Day wreath in Delaware

Wearing face mask, former vice-president takes break from two months of isolation

Former Assam CM seeks release of 2 JNU students

Pinjra Tod members in police custody.

Sassa apologises for delays in R350 special grant after only 10 people paid so far in trial run

The SA Social Security Agency has apologised for delays in making payments to beneficiaries of a R350 social relief grant meant for millions of unemployed during the Covid-19 lockdown.

China Vows Retaliation if US Continues Meddling in Its Hong Kong Policy

The island enjoys a certain degree of autonomy in terms of its economy and laws, but recently Beijing decided to introduce stricter penalties for treason and sedition...

Without full capacity, Trump threatens to pull GOP meeting from NC

President Donald Trump threatened Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state’s Democratic governor doesn’t immediately sign off on allowing a f...

N-Power beneficiaries dispute minister's claim of April payment

Ms Farouq had on Saturday announced the payment of April stipends to N-Power beneficiaries.

Australia stalls on emissions target update as UN urges deeper cuts

Angus Taylor responds to question from Labor saying Australia is not due to update target until 2025

China official in Hong Kong says some protest acts "terrorist in nature"

Xie Feng, commissioner of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong, made his remarks during a speech on proposed national security legislation in Hong Kong, in which he sought to reassure foreign investors they would not be affected.

'Independent' Alaska Senate Candidate Flip-Flops on #MeToo Issues

Alaska Senate candidate Dr. Al Gross, an Independent endorsed by the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC), directly avoided a question on combatting sexual abuse during a Zoom fundraiser last week. Dr. Gross is running to unseat GOP incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) in November.

Border Patrol Agents Apprehend Driver Following Vehicle Pursuit

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents in the Yuma Sector arrested a driver who took off on foot following a vehicle pursuit on Thursday.

A-Ibom APC stakeholders condemn media attacks on Senator Akpabio

SOME concerned stakeholders of the All Progressive Congress, APC, in Akwa Ibom State has condemned social media publications target

Tributes paid to Ireland’s deputy ambassador to China who died on Sunday

Michael Hurley embodied all that is finest in diplomatic service – Simon Coveney

Israel Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday pledged to annex parts of the occupied West Bank in the coming months, vowing to move ahead with the explosive plan despite a growing chorus of condemnations by key allies. The Palestinians, with wide international backing, seek the entire West Bank

Chandrababu Naidu returns to his residence in Andhra Pradesh after 2 months

Chandrababu Naidu returns to his residence in Andhra Pradesh after 2 months: Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday returned to his residence in Amaravati from Hyderabad after a gap of two months due to the COVID-19 lockdown.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

NPA to start online classes from today

137 probationers to attend three classes for at least four hours a day as part of Phase-II training

Two cases in Kottayam

Kottayam on Monday reported two fresh COVID-19 cases with two persons who had returned from the UAE testing positive for the virus, taking the total number of patients in the district to 11.Health Dep

Zero Progress in Polavaram in Jagan’s First Year

20, Polavaram was allocated Rs 5254 Crore but the Government only spent 1,311 Crore.

Appreciate The Body God Gave You And Stop Going For Plastic Surgery -Singer Advises Women

Fast rising musician, Serwah Susan Amoakohene, known in music circles as Ssue, has advised her fellow women to learn to appreciate their natural bodies.

Americans Are Rushing To Book Vacations In Re-Opened States

The uptick is also good news for the states, as taxes from these rentals can be a large revenue source for states

Suspected Aiye kingpin, ‘Obasanjo’, two others killed in Lagos

The suspected leader of the Aiye confraternity, Waidi, popularly known as ‘Obasanjo’ was weekend, shot dead by members of a rival cult...

Migrant workers stage protest

‘Want transport facility to Bihar, Jharkhand’

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11 camps set up in Coimbatore district to evaluate Class XII answer scripts

3,000 teachers and 500 non-teaching staff to be involved in the process

‘Spy’ pigeon caught flying along International Border along J&K’s Kathua

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Kathua, Shalinder Kumar Mishra said the pigeon was flying over Manyari village in Hiranagar sector along the IB and had flown in from the Pakistan side.

China warns U.S. of retaliation if punished for Hong Kong law

Washington has said the law could cost the city its preferential U.S. trading status

Ohio governor urges people to wear face masks: ‘This is not about politics’

“This is one time when we truly are all in this together. What we do directly impacts others,” says Gov. Mike DeWine.

12 charged in St Thomas for breaching public gathering ban

Twelve people were arrested and charged on Saturday in Bull Bay, St Thomas for breaching the ban on public gatherings. They were held at a party which, according to the police, had about 60 patrons. There is a ban on public gatherings of more than...

Gujarat:Video shows GMERS superintendent saying Dhaman-1 ventilators ‘not as good’, she denies

In a release issued later, the Congress enlisted the information received from both hospitals as well as the feedback of the doctors on Dhaman-1.

Coronavirus lockdown | 532 flights take off but over 50% seats go empty

39,000 passengers ferried; last minute cancellations leave many frustrated

Heavy rains hit five Assam districts, 30,000 affected

Flood adds to COVID-19 woes as total positive cases cross 500 mark

Millions of Indonesians celebrate Eid under social restrictions

Many Muslims say they find solace in praying and celebrating at home with modest virtual festivities, but others infringe physical distancing orders.

Police arrest EX-IBC DG who stabbed wife to death in Imo

The Imo state police command yesterday said that it has arrested, the Ex-Director General, DG, of the Imo State Broadcasting Corporatio

HC seeks govt. reply on encroachment of tanks

Telangana High Court directed the State government to file counter affidavits in two PIL petitions relating to alleged encroachments of water bodies surrounding the State capital. A bench of Chief Jus

Paddy farming: How migrant crisis has spurred a shift to direct seeding method

But for this farmers need uninterrupted power supply immediately, a need the govt is yet to fulfill

57-year-old Mumbai cop dies of COVID-19, takes toll to 12

The deceased constable was living in the Worli Police camp with his family members.

To cover-up one murder, man kills nine more people with sleeping pills as his 'weapon'

Police has arrested a 26-year-old man accused of killing 10 people.

Families of NY workers who died fighting coronavirus will get death benefits

The families of New York’s public workers who gave their lives fighting the coronavirus will receive death benefits from the state and local governments, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced

India’s COVID-19 tally crosses 1.4 lakh; Cases quadruple since May 1

Nagaland Page is an English newspaper published from Dimapur, Nagaland.

Atlanta is home to 2 potential contenders for Biden's VP

ATLANTA — Neither public rivals nor personal friends, Keisha Lance Bottoms and Stacey Abrams spent years climbing parallel ladders at Atlanta City Hall and the Georgia Capitol. They are now Georgia’s most influential African American women. Bottoms, the 50-year-old Atlanta mayor, is a top surrogate for Joe Biden, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee. Abrams is …

Hong Kong law society condemns attack on lawyer during China security law protest

HONG KONG: The Law Society of Hong Kong has strongly condemned an assault on a lawyer during Sunday's (May 24) protest against a controversial ...

MGNREGS come to tribals’ aid in Nandurbar, district reports highest-ever employment under scheme

According to District Collector Dr Rajendra Bharud, 41,157 labourers are employed in various works undertaken by district collectorate.

Finland's new nuclear reactor hit by valve leak

HELSINKI (Reuters) - Finland’s long-delayed Olkiluoto 3 (OL3) nuclear reactor was hit by another setback after the nation’s safety watchdog reported valve problems in a component involved in the cooling process.

Junaid backs el-Rufai on compulsory education for Almajiri children

KANO - A Northern elder and the Second Republic lawmaker, Dr. Junaid Mohammed on Monday says he is throwing full weight behin

Need to allow House panel members to join meets virtually too: Anand Sharma

He says there is still a lot of confusion about air travel and a virtual mode became essential

Karnataka govt. takes efforts to solve mystery over birthplace of Purandara Dasa

Widely held belief is that the mystic poet was born in today’s Maharashtra, but many in Malnad claim he belongs to the region

Congress weighs choice: 'Go big' on virus aid or hit 'pause'

WASHINGTON — Congress is at a crossroads in the coronavirus crisis, wrestling over whether to “go big,” as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi wants for the next relief bill, or hit “pause,” as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell insists. It’s a defining moment for the political parties heading toward the election and one that will affect …

Iran reopens major Shia shrines after two-month closure

Iran has reopened major Shia shrines across the Islamic republic, more than two months after they were closed, as it reported its lowest deaths from coronavirus since March.

Now, industries seek deferment of variable dearness allowance

Labour Department to hold tripartite meeting today to discuss the issue

Priyanka questions U.P. CM’s claim on COVID-19 among migrants

Yogi Adityanath had claimed that 75% of workers who returned from Maharashtra and 50% from Delhi were infected

There is clue on techie having links with unorganised terrorist groups: Police to HC

He had put social media post asking people to sneeze openly in public place to spread COVID-19; court denies him bail

Heatwave likely in north-interior Karnataka in next three days

The Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre has warned of heatwave in isolated pockets of north-interior Karnataka over the next three days even as Madana Hipparga in Kalaburagi district re

Bharat Mata Shrouded: Don’t Be Surprised By What Happened In Kanyakumari; Hindus Of District Have To Bear Evangelist Aggression Day In, Day Out

The evangelist onslaught in Kanyakumari is anything but new.

Trump And Pence Threaten To Yank RNC Out NC If Guv Doesn’t Allow Full Attendance At Event

President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence are holding the upcoming Republican National Convention (RNC) hostage to force North...

Two arrested for allegedly severing man’s hand over woman in Osun

Osun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two suspects, Kamoru Ajibola and Ismaila Mohammed for severing the hand of Tunde Ajayi

Flights cancelled across India! Flyers left disappointed at airports in Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad

Following the central government's announcements of resumption of domestic flights services, many state governments started to express reservations over the move. West Bengal government categorically stated that it would allow flight services gradually from May 28.

Polish health minister denies wrongdoing in procurement spat

WARSAW (Reuters) - Polish Health Minister Lukasz Szumowski denied on Monday any wrongdoing as he reacted to accusations of inadequate supervision over procurement of equipment to help combat the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus News: New York provides death benefits for public heroes who died from COVID-19

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Monday that state and local governments will provide death benefits for public heroes who died from COVID-19 during the coronavirus pandemic.

Video shows woman tussling, falling off NYC fire escape in wild incident

Shocking video captures the moment a woman fell from a Bronx fire escape while tussling with a man through a window — all part of a wild incident that later ended with the guy killing another

COVID-19: Gombe discharges 44 Almajirai after 14 days quarantine

Chima Azubuike, Gombe Gombe State government on Monday discharged another set of Almajirai from the Amada quarantine camp having tested negative to COVID-19 after completing their two weeks quar...

14 more cases in Kasaragod

On Monday, 14 persons tested positive for COVID-19 in Kasaragod district. Of these, 13 had come from Maharastra and one from abroad. With Keralites stranded in other States entering the State through

NAIG faults NNPC’s recruitment, promotion process

The National Association of Itsekiri Graduates (NAIG) has condemned the claim by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (aracter.

Trump spends Memorial Day weekend golfing and insulting female politicians

President tweets and retweets personal attacks against Pelosi and Abrams as US approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths

No, the paracetamol trick won't work with airport staff anymore

All passengers coming in from high-prevalence states will have to undergo a mandatory quarantine period

Black Voices for Trump Panel Sounds Off on Biden's Outrageous Remarks

When former Vice President Joe Biden told radio host Charlamagne tha God that he "ain't black" if he votes to re-elect President Trump, black voters were rightly offended.

Lebanon Reports 5 More Virus Cases

Lebanon reported on Monday five more coronavirus cases, taking the country’s total to 1,119. A health ministry statement said no new fatalities were reported, leaving the toll at 26. A total of 688 people have recovered from the disease. Last week, c

Coronavirus in Pune and PCMC: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad on May 25

Pune Municipal Corporation Mayor Murlidhar Mohol on Monday evening said that 399 fresh COVID-19 cases were reported in Pune and the total COVID-19 cases in the city are 5,181.

Coronavirus in Mira-Bhayandar: List of COVID-19 containment zones shared MBMC on May 25

Mumbai reported 1,725 new COVID-19 positive cases on Sunday, taking the number of cases so far to 30,359.

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones from Colaba in SoBo to Borivali in West and Mulund in East issued by BMC as of May 25

Coronavirus in Thane: List of COVID-19 containment zones in Thane city, Kalwa, Diva and Mumbra issued by TMC as of May 25

The number of COVID-19 cases in Thane district touched 5,701 on Sunday, with the two minor sons of a Kalyan Dombivali Municipal Corporation official among the 314 ones who tested positive for novel coronavirus.

Coronavirus in Navi Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones under Panvel Municipal Corporation including Kamothe, Kharghar, New Panvel, Kalamboli as of May 25

Four people have signed petition for Dominic Cummings to keep his job

A petition set up for the PM's chief adviser to keep his job has not got many signatures.

Over 250,000 people sign petition for Dominic Cummings to be sacked

The storm around Dominic Cummings’ position at the heart of Government has sparked a furious petition from the public, with a quarter of a million people signing in just two days.

Edo power sector opens for competition - The Nation Nigeria

With the completion of the installation of 33KVA lines and a sub-station at the Edo State Secretariat complex, the much-awaited 55MW CCTEC-Ossiomo...

Lockdown enforcement - The Nation Nigeria

A number of issues arose in the course of the current fight against the corona virus COVID-19 pandemic that raise questions on the capacity of....

Horse trading for sick leave

How Parliament should function in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis remained unresolved Monday as the Conservatives dug in on their demand that the House of Commons resume normal operations with a reduced number of MPs in the chamber.

Horgan cheers sick leave

B.C. Premier John Horgan is applauding news that the federal government is looking at offering 10 days of paid sick leave for workers.

Teen girl, 17, and man die after being pulled from water in bank holiday tragedies on Cornwall coast

A MAN and a 17-year-old girl have died today in two separate tragedies on the Cornish coastline. Emergency services confirmed they attended several incidents off the coast on the Bank Holiday Monda…

Teen girl and man die after being pulled from water in Bank Holiday tragedies

Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed the two tragedies on the Cornish coastline on Bank Holiday Monday, with another incident involving a man who was pulled from the water unconscious

Buhari's eid-il-fitri address on food production confirms Prophet T.B. Joshua's prophecy

President Muhammed Buhari 's Eid-il-Fitri message to farmers to produce more food for the country has confirmed a prophecy made by Prophet Temitope...

UK official death toll rises to 36,914 after 121 die

The updated figure includes deaths in care homes.

Piers Morgan hits out at Dominic Cummings for 'not apologising' in statement

Piers accused Mr Cummings of 'taking the whole country for morons'.

‘Botched PR exercise’: Scottish politicians react to ‘special’ press conference by special adviser Dominic Cummings

Scotland's politicians have had their say in response to the unprecedented press conference conducted by the Prime Minister's special adviser, Dominic Cummings.

Australian mercenaries in secret mission to help Libyan warlord

Private Australian, British and US military operatives took part in a secret mission to support a Libyan warlord, a UN report reveals.

China to ‘firmly’ retaliate against possible US sanctions over national security law: FM spokesperson

China said on Monday that it would take “all necessary measures” to firmly counter and retaliate against the US’ threatened sanctions over a national security law for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), lambasting the US for blatant interference in China’s internal affairs.

BBC's Simon McCoy slams colleague Gary Lineker for 'abusing his position'

The Match of the Day host defended himself

Group exposes alleged plot to smear Governor Emmanuel

A group in Akwa Ibom, Good Governance Assembly, says it has uncovered a sinister plot to sponsor a campaign of calumny against the state governor, Udom Emmanuel

Former police commissioner scores Buhari's administration in 5-years

Commending the president for his efforts, Tsav said Nigeria's polity has been stabilised since the past five years as a result of President Buhari's commitment.

COVID-19: WAANSA Nigeria urges FG to provide special packages for security agencies

WAANSA Nigeria, a foremost civil society group focused on security issues, peace and national development, made the call via a statement on Monday, May 25.

Watch LIVE: Boris Johnson hosts daily coronavirus press briefing

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to lead this evening's coronavirus press briefing amid controversy surrounding his chief aide.

Imo: PDP assistance financial secretary resigns - The Nation Nigeria

The state Assistant Financial Secretary, of the Imo State Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Maximian Okedu, on Monday resigned his position...

Cross River government declares 35 persons wanted over cult killings

Determined to make Cross River State a safe place to live, the State government has declared 35 persons wanted for cultism.

Why It's Too Soon To Re-Open Borders For Australian States With Coronavirus

This week, we’ve seen state governments in heated debate over the question of reopening borders between Australian states and territories.

Busia border choking with traffic

Some drivers have reportedly been held up at the border for up to four days as they await their test result before being allowed to continue.

Eid: MTN spreads love, cheers to Muslims 

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COVID-19: INEC wants election declared as essential service

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it would engage with relevant authorities, including the National Assembly, to designate election as an essential service due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Top aide in landmark DR Congo trial pleads innocence

Kinshasa, DR Congo | AFP | Vital Kamerhe, a major ally to DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi, proclaimed his innocence on Monday as a historic trial for alleged corruption resumed. Kamerhe, 61, a veteran political figure who is also Tshisekedi’s chief of staff, is accused with others of having embezzled more than $50 million (46 million …

PHOTOS: Ganduje facilitates release of 300 inmates

Abdullahi Ganduje, governor of Kano state, has facilitated the release of 300 inmates across the state. Ganduje said the state government paid the N12 million to settle the fines to

COVID-19: INEC to pilot e-voting in 2021, seeks cancellation of continuous voter registration

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will work towards the full introduction of electronic voting in major elections, starting from 2021

Kaduna will jail parents who enroll children into Almajiri system – El-Rufai

Gov. Nasir El-Rufa’i of Kaduna State has warned that parents who enroll their children into the Almajiri education system stand the risk of...

562 Stranded Kashmiris Return Home In Six Flights

Over five hundred Kashmiris stranded in various parts of the country reached Valley on Monday in six flights, as the domestic flight operations resumed today, two months after Pan-India lockdown was imposed on March 25 to fight coronavirus pandemic

COVID-19: Shehu Sani says it is dangerous to reopen schools

Popular activist, Shehu Sani, has said it is unsafe to reopen schools across the country due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sani said it is dangerous reopen schools.

Quebec reports 85 new COVID-19 deaths as confirmed cases approach 48,000

The number of people in Quebec who have recovered from COVID-19 as of Monday is 14,654, up 323 from the 14,331 recoveries reported a day earlier.

Government Revises Alert Level 2 Rules - Expert Reaction

Gatherings can increase to 100 people from midday on Friday, 29 May. The announcement comes 18 days after the initial guidelines were announced. Cabinet will meet to assess the impact of these changes in two weeks, on Monday, 8 June.

President Erdogan calls PM Imran, offers condolences over Karachi plane crash

Two leader­s also agree to enhanc­e bilate­ral cooper­ation agains­t Covid-19 pandem­ic to jointl­y addres­s the situat­ion

Govt donates 200 piglets to youth farmers

GOVERNMENT has donated 200 piglets to the Youth in Agriculture Apex Council Board (YAACB) as part of efforts to increase pork production in the country. Young livestock farmers from Bulawayo, Matabeleland North and the Midlands are among the beneficiaries of the initiative and received their allocation last Thursday.  YAACB chairperson, Mr John Muchenje, confirmed the development in an interview. He said as a board they will be rolling out training programmes in partnership with Agritex to ensure that beneficiaries become effective poultry producers. “Nationwide we are organising a training for young livestock farmers. We will be working closely with Agritex so that they educate the farmers on basic poultry production and piggery management.

COVID-19: Private schools owners cry to FG, States for help

The National President of the Association, Godly E Opukeme, made the appeal in a statement on Monday

More We Remain Silent, More Criminal It Is: Aga Ruhullah

Rumblings in Kashmir’s grand old party arose on May 24, the first day of Eid, when its Budgam face questioned the party’s silent stand on the swiftly taken steps in the erstwhile state of J&K. In a series of tweets, Ruhullah Mehdi, NC’s Chief spokesperson, said while the government was doing a job, the hands and thoughts of local leaders were not tied

How Muller-mentum could change the political landscape

National has a new leader and it could upend parts of the political map that previously looked much more stable. So how could things change as a result? Under Simon Bridges, National needed to get exceptionally lucky to win the next election. While the party's polling at the start of the year was

Community Leaders Call For NZ To Unite Against Racism

The leaders of New Zealand’s ethnic communities are calling on New Zealanders to stand by them in the face of unprecedented racist online and on land attacks in the wake of COVID-19.