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Lockdown Impact: As states lose revenue, here's why they turn to alcohol
Indian states have been wanting to lift ban on the sale of liquor since the implementation of lockdown in the country. The state governments have been running out of money to sustain their fight against novel coronavirus.
India's 4th, 'perhaps worst' recession is here, warns CRISIL
India's fourth recession since Independence, first since liberalisation and perhaps the worst to date, is here, warned CRISIL. On Tuesday, the agency has forecasted India's GDP growth to fall off a cliff and contract 5 per cent in the financial year 2021,
10 new Covid cases in HP, tally reaches 234
Ten more people tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Himachal Pradesh, taking the number of cases to 234 on Tuesday, a Health Department official said. There are 161 active cases of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in the state and 61 people have recovered so far, Additional Chief
Raja Risalu, a folk play, was presented by Department of Culture on YouTube channel
A folk play Raja Risalu was presented by Department of Culture on YouTube channel. The play was presented unde the online presentation initiative by culture department. The play was directed by Pandit Omprakash Sharma. It is to be noted that in view of the worldwide crisis of Coronavirus, a
COVID-19: TN sees biggest single day spike of 817 cases
In the biggest single day spike, Tamil Nadu reported 817 fresh COVID-19 cases, which included 138 returnees from Maharashtra, on Wednesday pushing the infection count to 18,545 while six more deaths were recorded. With three men and an equal number of women succumbing to the virus, the fatalities
Survey for jobs to all labourers starts
The survey has started in the State from today to ensure employment to all the labourers who have returned to Madhya Pradesh as per the wish of Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. After surveying the labourers of Madhya Pradesh returning to other States, they will be linked to the Sambal Yojana
Himachal CM: Tribal Bhawan to start soon for facilitating tribal people
Himachal Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while addressing the chairpersons of Zila Parishads, Panchayat Samitis and Panchayat Pradhans of various Gram Panchayats of Kinnaur and Lahaul Spiti districts and Pangi, Bharmour and Killar area of Chamba district on Tuesday through video conferencing from
Covid-19 being dealt with effectively in Haryana: CM
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said that with the people exercising restraint while following the rules of lockdown, the Covid-19 outbreak in the State is being dealt with effective management by the Government. He said that the global corona epidemic is an unprecedented
CM’s Rs 72.66 cr relief for those in distress
Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday provided compensation of Rs 72.66 crore to 3300 beneficiaries under the Mukhya Mantri Jan Kalyan Sambal Yojana through one click in the presence of Cabinet members. On this occasion, Chief Minister Chouhan said that this compensation amount is being
Heatwave grips Capital, mercury touches 46O C
As heatwaves continued to persist, the national Capital on Tuesday recorded the maximum temperature at 46 degree Celsius, the highest for the month of May in 18 years. Delhi touched 46 degrees in May was in 2002. According to Dr Rajender Jenamani, MeT scientist, Delhi (Palam) reported
Kolar Police nab three for stealing electronic goods worth Rs 1.5 lakh
Kolar police have nabbed three miscreants who targeted two shops at Gurukripa complex and escaped with electronic goods worth Rs 1.5 lakh on May 21. The nabbed accused were identified as Deepak, Ghanshyam and Raja. The three are habitual criminals and have been booked for several crimes in the
Bokaro reports 2 new Covid cases
Two new positive cases of Coronavirus infection have been found in Bokaro district, they have returned from Mumbai, informed Mukesh Kumar Deputy Commissioner Bokaro on Tuesday. Aged about 40 years, both are residents of Nawadih block, were admitted at COVID Hospital at Bokaro General Hospital
Arrivals continue to haggle over paid quarantine
People arriving from other states in Dehradun continued to argue with the district administration officials over paid quarantine on Tuesday. This was stated by Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Doiwala, Laxmi Raj Chauhan who is supervising the arrival of passengers in the district by flights.
Work up health infra, remove bottlenecks: LG to Health Dept
Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal directed officials of the health department to review the capacity building of medical infrastructure and remove bottlenecks immediately. Baijal advised for monitoring of containment zones on dynamic basis for focused action. He instructed concerned
Divided Opp still failing in its duty
The bottomline is that while the BJP has chalked out its agenda, the Opposition is still stumbling about Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be completing the first year of his second term in office on May 30. While critics are discussing the Modi Government’s report card, it makes one think about
2 officers in charge, 2 junior officers suspended
Superintendent of Police Kartik S has suspended the officer in charge of Barkagaon police station Swapan Kumar Mahto and Churchu officer in charge Tarun Baxala for the negligence in the duties. The SP said that the officer in charge of Barkagaon has used the third degree on the student under the
4 new COVID-19 cases in UP's Gautam Buddh Nagar, total 366
Four more people, including a four-year-old girl, tested positive for coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar on Wednesday, pushing the total number of COVID-19 cases in the district to 366, officials said. Also, nine people were discharged from hospitals after recovery from COVID-19,
Digital conference on environment conservation organised for students
The Model Conference of Parties - I (MCOP-I), the first ever digital conference on nature conservation for students was held online. It was held to mark the International Day for Biological Diversity 2020 and 2020 as a Super Year for nature and biodiversity. It was hosted by World Wide Fund for
2 fire cases, no casualty; 1,000 jhuggis gutted
In last 24 hours, two incidents of fire were reported in the National Capital. In first incident, over 1,000 shanties were gutted in fire, leaving hundreds of people homeless, after a massive fire broke out in the slums of South-East Delhi's Tughlakabad area late on Monday night. According
40 fresh cases in Kerala, COVID-19 tally breaches 1,000 mark
The COVID-19 Tally in Kerala crossed the one thousand mark on Wednesday, with 40 people,including 37 returnees from abroad and other states, testing positive for the coronavirus. The aggregate of cases nowhas touched1003,while presently445 people are undergoing treatment in various hospitals
52-yr-old refuses money to robbers, attacked
A 52-year-old man was attacked with sharp edged weapon after he refused to provide money to miscreant who attempted to rob in the wee hours on Monday in Nariyalkheda area; Gautam Nagar police have started investigation. Police said that the victim Rajkumar Chourasia was attacked by the miscreant
Haryana records 94 new cases, tally goes past 1,300
Haryana on Tuesday reported 94 new cases of corona virus, taking the State's case tally to 1305 even as 22 patients recovered from various hospitals of the State over the last 24 hours. According to the State government’s health bulletin, 94 fresh cases were reported from Gurugram, Faridabad,
B'pur NGO takes slew of Covid relief measures
Voluntary organisation PREM has taken a slew of initiatives to effectively contain corona virus to save precious human lives and to ensure the livelihood of the poor migrant workers at Bharat Mata Resource Center in village R Sitapur near Paralakhemundi under Gajapati district. Significantly, the
C’garh sees record single day spike in Covid-19 cases
The coronavirus infected persons are increasing in Chhattisgarh consistently. The state recorded the biggest single day spike on Tuesday with 68 fresh cases. With this, the active number of Covid-19 cases in the state rose to 281. Mungeli is till now the worst affected district. It again reported
Cong to aid in immersing ‘Asthi Kalash' in Prayagraj
Hundreds of sacred ash pots across Chhattisgarh are waiting for immersion at the holy confluence in Prayagraj (Allahabad). In a unique gesture, the Congress has taken up the responsibility of immersing these earthen pots (Asthi Kalash) of those who died during the Covid-19 induced lockdown. The
Salesman held for killing wife
The Delhi Police has arrested a 37-year-old salesman in national Capital for allegedly killing his wife. Police said that the accused killed his wife after he got frustrated with his marital life. The accused has been identified as Sudhir, a resident of Anand Parbat. Police said that the accused
Dharavi slum's count of COVID-19 cases grows by 18 to 1,639
Dharavi, Mumbai's biggest slum Sprawl, on Wednesday reported 18 new COVID-19 cases, taking the count of such patients in the area to 1,639, an official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said. No death due to the deadly infection was reported in Dharavi in the last 24 hours, the
Govt responsible for misery in quarantine centres: Cong
Expressing grave concern over the mismanagement of the quarantine centres and problems faced by the people kept there, the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) President Pritam Singh has held apathetic attitude of state government responsible for it. Singh said that situation of quarantine centres in
Four migrant women give birth on the street
Seven-day-old infant suffers from scabies; lawyer and friends step in to help as another baby is on its way
A flurry of activity leads to doubts about govt’s stability
Pawar’s meetings with governor Koshyari and CM Uddhav, followed by Rahul’s remark on Cong’s ‘limited’ role in MVA decision-making give rise to speculation
BMC to once again test asymptomatic contacts for COVID-19
Civic body changes testing protocol again; will aggressively trace all high-risk contacts of patients, even those asymptomatic, especially in slums
Parties wrangle over final year University exams
While BJP-backed ABVP is in favour of exams in July, Sena minister Uday Samant wrote to UGC for cancellation, angering the Governor
Temple coffers and compassion
In the last fortnight, there was a piece of news from Tamil Nadu, which pertained to 47 rich temples in the context of Covid-19.
Three dead in state prisons due to Covid, reveals govt affidavit
The prisoners were lodged in Taloja, Yerawada, and Dhule; only those showing symptoms are tested in prisons
Exodus of workers from Mumbai leads to spike in rural areas
70% to 80% of new patients in rural areas have returned from urban centres such as Mumbai
Aviation services on path to normalcy
Mumbai operates 44 flights out of the allocated 50, catering to 4,224 passengers
Pay up or I’ll tell everyone you watch pornography
Online blackmailers have sent messages to thousands of people who may have watched child pornography
Six Cabinet members 'privately believe Dominic Cummings should resign' while 40 Tory MPs call for Boris Johnson to sack him over 'lockdown breach' controversy
Six Cabinet members are believed to have privately told colleagues that Dominic Cummings should quit, while at least 40 Tory MPs have demanded his resignation.
'Time for preparation, not celebration': Senior WHO official warns coronavirus is not defeated and Europe must brace for a deadly second wave this winter
Dr Hans Kluge, European director for the World Health Organisation, has claimed that the pandemic is not over and countries should use the next few months 'for preparation, not celebration'.
Cyclist is left bloodied and bruised after smashing into wire booby trap deliberately set to snare riders using woodland path during lockdown
Neil Nunnerley, 47, was riding on a path in Cardiff shortly before 3pm on Saturday. He hit a barrier made of wire and branches that was stretched across the trail.
India to maintain its position along the LAC with China, decides to deploy more troops
In at least four locations the soldiers of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have transgressed by about 3 km into Indian areas.
Missing power goals again! Thermal plants all set to miss 2022 pollution target
With two years to the deadline, just 97 GW of the coal-fired capacity is in compliance with particulate matter (PM) standards, while upgradation is underway in 14 GW and a mere 16 GW of capacity is in compliance with SO2 norms.
RBI to auction 84-day CMBs worth Rs 80,000 crore
CMBs are used to meet the temporary mismatches in the cash flow of the government. This instrument has the generic character of treasury bills but is issued for maturities less than 91 days.
Congress’ Surjewala moves SC seeking to intervene in migrants’ plight issue
Senior Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala moved the Supreme Court seeking to intervene in the matter in which the apex court on its own
Mumbai spirited with Liquor supply back to door steps
Thought the liquor home delivery started in Mumbai and the huge orders are placed from city, but in spite of ban liquor availability of any brand
Mumbai finally restored to home delivery of liquor
One in two orders placed for home deliveries of alcohol in Maharashtra came from Mumbai this week.
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Oyo company now 151 — Makinde
According to available information, the company has about 500 staff
Aboriginal people in prison and out-of-home care suffering under 'punitive' Covid-19 restrictions
Report reveals inmates going without soap and children in out-of-home care system being refused contact with families
Best of BS Opinion: India-China relations, the Covid curve, and more
Here is a summary of Business Standard opinion pieces for the day
Coronavirus wrap May 27: West Bengal starts buses on 40 routes; UN says pandemic creating 'lockdown generation'
A total of 6,387 new cases of coronavirus infection and 170 deaths were reported in a 24-hour span till Wednesday 8 AM, according to ministry's data.
Coronavirus impact: Punjab seeks Rs 51,102 crore fiscal stimulus from Centre
A draft memorandum to this effect was approved on Wednesday by the Council of Ministers at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh, an official statement said.
China's efforts to bring citizens back from India have nothing to do with border tension: Global Times
Global Times, considered Chinese government's mouthpiece, has said that the “voluntary repatriation plan” should be seen a “normal service” and should not be linked to the ongoing border tension.
Coronavirus pandemic | 18 new COVID-19 cases in Dharavi, count rises to 1,639: BMC
No death due to the deadly infection was reported in Dharavi in the last 24 hours, the official said.
Twitter is 'interfering' in US election, 'stifling' free speech, alleges Donald Trump
On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to two of Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots
Scale-up battle preparedness visualising worst-case scenarios: President Xi Jinping tells Chinese military
Xi ordered the military to think about worst-case scenarios, scale up training and battle preparedness, promptly and effectively deal with all sorts of complex situations and resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests
SC issues notices to Centre, Assam on plea against delimitation process based on 2001 census
A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde agreed to hear the plea seeking quashing of this year's February 28 order which
China's survey team summits Mt Everest to remeasure its height
After summiting, team members began erecting a survey marker on the snow-covered peak, which measures less than 20 square meters, the report said.
'Significant' health questions remain about in-person G7 meeting: Canada PM Justin Trudeau
Trump in March cancelled the Group of Seven leaders meeting scheduled for June 10 as the coronavirus outbreak was spreading around the world and international travel was curtailed.
Coronavirus crisis | With hospitals stretched to capacity, housing societies in Mumbai are renting oxygen cylinders: Report
With Mumbai facing an acute shortage of ICU beds in private hospitals, there have been situations where patients have been asked to wait.
India should avoid understanding Beijing through 'biased' US lens, says Chinese strategic analyst
In the article, he also accused India of starting the latest standoff, alleging that it was a
Kansas Governor Vetoes Bill Limiting Her Covid Emergency Powers
Democratic Kansas Governor Laura Kelly vetoed a bill Tuesday that would have limited her authority to respond to the Covid-19 emergency.
France expects economic slow-down by 20% in Q2
French gross domestic product in the second quarter of 2020 is forecast to drop by massive 20%, according to the country’s official INSEE statistics as reported by The Guardian.
Ventspils and Jelgava will not be expanded with municipalities or municipal territories
An agreement has been reached Ventspils and Jelgava will not be provided additional municipalities or municipal territories.
Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future
Trump promises a 'very interesting' US response within days
Learn about places that do not allow entry without wearing mask
Whoever violates these decisions shall be punished with a fine not exceeding LE 4,000, or a penalty of detention.
Egypt repatriates 160 stranded nationals from UAE
The expatriated arrivals have been tested for coronavirus and were moved to be quarantined for seven days.
Egypt’s Sisi discusses mutual relations, latest COVID-19 updates with India’s Modi
Modi affirmed his country's pride of the mutual ties and close relations with Egypt.
Pics: President follows up on road projects in Egyptian capital
Sisi has been keen to listen to the opinions of the workers in these projects and make sure the work goes as it should, Presidential Spokesman Bassam Radi said.
Reopening mosques for prayers to be only determined by cabinet's committee: Egypt's Awqf Min.
In a statement released Tuesday, the ministry said it did not and will not disclose any information about the date of reopening mosques to worshippers.
Deputy governor of Upper Egypt’s Aswan catches coronavirus
Yehia will be quarantined at home and will receive the necessary medical care, the statement by the office said, adding that contacts will be also tested.
Torrential rain uproots 50 trees and 40 electricity poles, cuts power supply in Bengaluru
Heavy rains, coupled with thunder, lightning and gusty winds, lashed Bengaluru and the surrounding districts on Tuesday, bringing down dozens of trees, electricity poles and flooding low-lying streets.
Mkhize clears up level 3 lockdown confusion
Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has provided clarity on South Africa’s planned move to level 3 lockdown on 1 June.
Every learner will be given two masks – coronavirus plans for South African schools detailed
Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga has detailed some of her department’s plans to provide personal protective equipment to learners who return to school on 1 June.
5 important things happening in South Africa today
Confusion after Health Department presentation says Covid-19 hotspots to remain at level 4; government is facing a slew of legal challenges over its lockdown rules; schools are now being targetted by criminals looking to steal personal protection equipment; and Ramaphosa lifts the ban on religious gatherings – with restrictions.
Confusion around whether all of South Africa will move to level 3 lockdown
Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has cast doubt on whether some parts of the lockdown will remain at level 4 from 1 June.
South Africa should revisit alcohol regulations: ANC’s Duarte
Deputy secretary-general of the ANC Jessie Duarte says that South Africa should reassess its policy in terms of the regulation of alcohol ‘with or without the Covid-19 threat’.
SAMRC: Apology to Health Dept has nothing to do with Gray’s comments
On Tuesday, the council released a statement apologising to the department, following a public row between the SAMRC's Glenda Gray and Health Minister Zweli Mkhize.
COVID-19 council's briefing on level 3 regulations postponed again
This was the second time the briefing- aimed at clarifying questions around how level 3 lockdown will all work - had been postponed at short notice.
Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field -- Snapchat
The stakes are high: Gen Z (ages 18-23) and millennials (ages 24-39) together make up more than 35% of the American voting population.
MAHLATSE MAHLASE: Why the decision to open places of worship is disappointing
From early on, churches were identified as the biggest contributors to cluster outbreaks of COVID-19, writes Mahlatse Mahlase.
Mixed reaction from clergy as churches prepare to resume services
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday announced that places of worship may reopen subject to strict restrictions under level three of the lockdown.
DA to push for further use of virtual platforms by Parliament
The first virtual question and answer session in the National Assembly would be held on Wednesday since the country went into lockdown in March.
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged
The tweets in question violated a recently expanded Twitter policy, said the San Francisco-based company.
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill
Hundreds of riot police took up positions and authorities erected a two-metre (6 feet) wall made of plastic barriers filled with water around the Legislative Council, extending across a park up to Victoria Harbour.
Some civil society groups heading to court over reopening of schools
The One South Africa Movement said that following numerous questions to the Basic Education Department and the national coronavirus command council, it had not received any answers.
8 suspects nabbed for hijacking truck in Tshwane
It's alleged the truck was hijacked in Midrand last week.
‘She has more experience than you’: Sisulu defends Susan Shabangu’s appointment
DA MP Emma Powell questioned Susan Shabangu’s credentials as a water expert, prompting an angry response from Lindiwe Sisulu.
Jacob Zuma wants his corruption trial to start soon, say lawyers
The former president faces charges linked to the multi-billion-rand arms deal.
EU unveils huge aid plan as virus hammers Latin America
The massive European plan follows other unprecedented emergency measures introduced around the world to rescue economies shattered by the disease, which has claimed more than 350,000 lives as infections top 5.6 million.
Iata appeals for govt financial relief as COVID-19 takes toll on aviation sector
Since government implemented the nationwide lockdown, no airline has been allowed to fly locally or internationally.
NUM: Some mining companies not protecting workers from COVID-19
The union said miners were still forced to work in close proximity because their jobs made it difficult to follow social distancing.
Faith community made huge contribution in fighting COVID-19 - Ramaphosa
The president on Tuesday evening said religious institutions had suffered greatly during the lockdown.
Scientific data, logic used for govt's tobacco sales ban decision - Dlamini-Zuma
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has submitted the reasons which were taken into account when deciding on regulation 27 that was invoked for the national state of disaster.
SANDF inquiry clears soldiers accused of killing Collins Khosa
The SANDF inquiry report said that the altercation was not what caused his death when taking into account the postmortem report.
Calling on divine intervention: Sunday to mark Day of Prayer against COVID-19
The president said as South Africa moved to level 3 lockdown, we needed all the help we could get and that included divine intervention.
Concerns raised over how places of worship would enforce COVID-19 measures
While religious leaders welcome the decision to partially resume services, not everyone is on board.
NW Health MEC Sambatha ‘impressed’ with Impala Mine’s COVID-19 compliance
Sambatha has been monitoring the levels of compliance at the mine in Rustenburg.
BRPs stop SAA flights before they even take off
In a statement on Tuesday, SAA said it would resume operations between Johannesburg and Cape Town from mid-June.
JUDITH FEBRUARY: Ramaphosa has undone the past 2 months of sacrifice & hardship
With the announcement that religious gatherings may resume, President Ramaphosa has undermined his government’s cause and the price will be all of ours to pay, writes Judith February.
Religious groupings will self monitor on COVID-19 compliance - Mthembu
There is now scepticism and fear that allowing these religious gatherings to resume will allow the coronavirus to spread rapidly.
Unhappy unions to urge KZN teachers not to return to schools
Sadtu's Nomarashiya Caluza said that unions were not satisfied with the efforts of the KZN Education Department in preparing schools ahead of teachers’ scheduled return on Thursday.
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as "lies"
Asked if he understood the charges, Kabuga told the court through an interpreter: “All of this is lies. I have not killed any Tutsis. I was working with them.”
Eskom sees lower risk of power cuts during winter
Eskom expects only 3 days of stage one power cuts, where up to 1,000 megawatts is taken off the national grid, during the winter period when demand increases, the chief executive officer said on Wednesday.
4 teachers at separate schools in WC test positive for COVID-19
Schools were shut for over two months but would reopen in a phased approach from Monday for pupils in grades 7 and 12.
Mkhize provides clarity on the level 3 lockdown game plan
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize caused confusion on Tuesday when he told the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) that hotspots would remain on level four lockdown.
Education department IT manager directed $14m work to his own company
'Go-to guy' in Department of Education and Training misused position for more than a decade to direct almost $14m-worth of work to company he owned, IBAC says.
In a first, Twitter adds fact-check labels to Trump tweets on voting fraud
Site tells users to ‘get the facts about mail-in ballots’ on tweet claiming California’s mailed votes likely to be ‘substantially fraudulent.’
Rumpus in National Assembly Service Commission over Clerk’s, others’ tenure
Over 150 management and senior workers of the National Assembly may be retired soon as the National Assembly Service Commission ...
APC group: we’ve not withdrawn case against Adetimehin-led exco
The acting factional Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Mr. Olu Olatuja, has said the faction has not withdrawn the....
Bayelsa sends 25 samples to UPTH - The Nation Nigeria
Chairman, Bayelsa COVID-19 Task Force, Dr Inodu Apoku, has announced that an average of 25 samples are sent daily to University of Port Harcourt ...
After meeting Uddhav, Pawar says no threat to govt in Maharashtra
Pawar's meeting with the chief minister, held at Thackeray’s residence Matoshree, came as the main opposition BJP has stepped up its criticism of the Thackeray government's alleged mishandling of the Covid-19 crisis in Maharashtra.
BJP not in a hurry, govt will fall on its own: Fadnavis
Former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis claimed that the theory of BJP trying to dislodge the government was a ploy to divert people's attention from serious issues. “The purpose is to mislead and hide their own shortcomings,” he said.
We support Maharashtra govt, not key decision-makers: Rahul
Rahul’s remarks also come at a time when the BJP is sharpening its attack on the Thackeray government over its handling of the crisis. Maharashtra now has nearly one-third of the corona cases in India.
Be ready for our surprise visit: Gujarat High Court
Justice J B Pardiwala and Justice Ilesh Vora ask Civil to be ready for a ‘surprise visit’ by them ‘so all controversies are put to rest’; State govt asked to fo
Ahmedabad saw 1 death each hour in past week
169 persons died in 7 days—24 per day on an average; with 251new cases on Tuesday, district’s tally has touched 10,841
Mangoes, not Covid situation, interest Mayor Bijal Patel
Mayor Bijal Patel miffed when questioned on Covid-19 crisis in city at inauguration of 15-day mango fest at GMDC grounds
IPS officer plays angel to Covid positive constable, family
Police constable, his nurse wife and their children get private hospital treatment after DGP Surolia intervenes; three of them are now back home
Three arrests made following illegal rave at a nature reserve in Leeds
Around 200 people attended the illegal rave on Monday night
Meghalaya govt not to defer salary for May
SHILLONG: Meghalaya Government has decided not to impose any salary deferment for the month of May.Informing this on Wednesday, Chief minister, Conrad Sangma said that the government had earlier deferred the salaries due to very less devolution of ta
Most migrant workers in state back on jobs: CM
SHILLONG: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Tuesday claimed that a majority of migrant workers stranded in the state due to the COVID-19 lockdown have now been engaged in construction activities as permitted by the government.Speaking to media pe
Locust attack feared in eastern UP now
LUCKNOW:The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has now asked all District Magistrates to remain prepared for the movement of the swarm of locusts in their areas.Principal Secretary, Agriculture Devesh Chaturvedi, in his letter, has sai
SAI resumes sports activities in Delhi
New Delhi: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Tuesday started activities in two out of its five stadiums in the national capital after the central government green lighted resumption of outdoor sports in a phased manner.According to a SAI stateme
Return of 1 lakh people poses big quarantine challenge for N-E (16:50)
GUWAHATI/AIZAWL: After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.While the Assam government s
Assam Forest Minister visits Dehing Patkai, assures protection
GUWAHATI: The Assam government has categorically said that no harmful activity would be allowed to destroy the flora and fauna at Saleki proposed reserve forest, which is a part of the Dehing Patkai Elephant Reserve in Upper Assam.State environment a
Five more returnees test positive, quarantined in city
SHILLONG: With five more returnees testing positive for novel coronavirus on Tuesday, Meghalaya has seven active cases till date.The five persons were part of the returnees from Delhi and Haryana.The patients who are asymptomatic are lodged at the co
Indian Army commanders’ meet kicks off amid Chinese aggression
NEW DELHI: Indian Army Commanders' Conference kicked off in New Delhi on Wednesday wherein discussion over China frontier in Sikkim, Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh would be done at great length. The conference was planned much before the tension with
MLAs slam KHADC move to levy transit fee
SHILLONG: Four Congress MLAs - HM Shangpliang, PT Sawkmie, George Lyngdoh and Kimfa Marbaniang - have shot off a letter to the chief minister lamenting the decision of the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) to levy a transit fee of Rs 45
No community transmission in state yet: Hek
SHILLONG: Even though positive cases of coronavirus are rising, Health and Family Welfare Minister AL Hek has asserted that there is no community transmission in the region and the state as of now."There is no community transmission as of now and all
Rain & storm wreak havoc; around 1500 affected
SHILLONG/JOWAI/MAWKYRWAT/NONGPOH: East Jaintia Hills and West Jaintia Hills districts reeled under "unprecedented" floods as heavy downpour coupled with high-velocity winds pounded at least seven districts triggering landslides, washing away roads an
Assam cops capture check point in WKH
NONGSTOIN: Assam Police personnel allegedly chased away their Meghalaya Police counterparts posted at the check point at Salpara in West Khasi Hills district on Tuesday causing panic and fear among villagers of adjoining areas.According to witn
Anger as white woman reports black birdwatcher in Central Park to police
NEW YORK, May 27 — A video of a white woman calling the police about a black birdwatcher in New York’s Central Park has gone viral, sparking anger about African Americans being falsely reported to cops. The clip, posted on Twitter and viewed 30 million times, was filmed by the man, Christian...
Disney to present reopening plan for Walt Disney World
LOS ANGELES, May 27 — Walt Disney Co will present its proposal for a phased reopening of its Orlando, Florida, theme parks to a local task force today, the company said in a statement. Disney closed theme parks around the world starting in January to help prevent the spread of the novel...
Fans use ‘Star Wars’ anniversary to ask for ‘Solo’ sequel
LOS ANGELES, May 27 — It wasn't just Episode IV that celebrated a Star Wars birthday on May 25. On the occasion of May 25, the entire Star Wars franchise celebrated its 42nd anniversary. But 1977’s iconic Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope wasn’t necessarily fans’ sole focus over the...
Police swarm Hong Kong ahead of flashpoint anthem debate
HONG KONG, May 27 — Hong Kong police ramped up security around the city’s legislature today ahead of a debate over a law that would ban insulting China’s national anthem, the latest measure activists say is chipping away at free speech in the finance hub. The debate comes days after China...
What will happen to “hotspots” when South Africa moves to level 3
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has clarified the government’s decision around the relaxation of lockdown restrictions and the classification of “hotspots”.
Lockdown restrictions on SA Post Office relaxed
Acting Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Jackson Mthembu has lessened the regulations that were imposed upon the Post Office.
Woman accused of manslaughter after man 'accidentally set himself alight'
A young woman has been charged with arson and manslaughter after a Kiwi man was believed to have accidentally set himself alight nearly three years...
'Far too long': NZ should be at level 1, says Winston
New Zealand has been in lockdown for "far too long" and needs to be at level 1 now with a transtasman bubble already operating, says Deputy Prime...
Biden calls Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a series of...
Man arrested over deadly fire at animation studio
Japanese police have arrested the man suspected of killing 36 people at Kyoto Animation last July after he had spent 10 months in recovering in two...
'Far too long': NZ should be at level 1, says Winston
New Zealand has been in lockdown for "far too long" and needs to be at level 1 now with a transtasman bubble already operating, says Deputy Prime...
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
Twitter has for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by United States President Donald Trump.
Higher chance of warm winter
Otago and Southland farmers may be in for another warmer-than-average winter this year. Niwa National Climate Centre scientists are forecasting...
Trump Campaign: Twitter 'Fact Check' Proof of Silicon Valley Obstruction
President Donald Trump's reelection campaign on Tuesday reacted to the news that Twitter had fact-checked the president's tweet.
Donald Trump: 'Twitter Is Now Interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election'
Trump accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 presidential election after branding one of his tweets warning about election fraud "false."
Donald Trump: Widespread Vote-by-Mail Will 'Destroy this Country'
President Donald Trump continued to berate Democrats for pushing vote-by-mail despite concerns about voter fraud.
Muslims celebrate major holiday amid curfews, virus fears | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
JERUSALEM >> Muslims around the world on Sunday began celebrating Eid al-Fitr, a normally festive holiday marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, with millions under strict stay-at-home orders and many fearing renewed coronavirus outbreaks.
Pentagon taking steps to relax ‘stop movement’ order | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The Pentagon said today that a “conditions-based approach” will be taken to relax the “stop movement” order that has been in effect for troops since March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump offers to 'mediate' between India and China
Trump offers to 'mediate' between India and China. The US president previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.
K'taka seeks Centre's nod to reopen places of worship from 1 June
K'taka seeks Centre's nod to reopen places of worship from 1 June. The standard operating procedure is likely to be put in place, that needs to be followed at temples once opened for public.
354 domestic flights soar the skies on day 3: Aviation minister
354 domestic flights soar the skies on day 3: Aviation minister. Domestic passenger flights are currently permitted to operate from all airports in the country except the ones in West Bengal.
Beware of opportunist China!
Beware of opportunist China!. 'It is time we Indians stop our internal bickering and present a united front to Chinese machinations,' advises Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).
Diplomatic talks are on with China to resolve standoff: NASB member
Diplomatic talks are on with China to resolve standoff: NASB member. 'The Indian army is a professional army. They can handle such a situation'
Nepal delays discussion in parliament to amend constitution for updating map
Nepal delays discussion in parliament to amend constitution for updating map. The government had registered the amendment proposal in Parliament on May 22 after releasing the new political map of Nepal depicting Kalapani, Lipulekh and Limipiyadhura as its territories on May 18.
Top Army commanders meet amid China's Ladakh offensive
Top Army commanders meet amid China's Ladakh offensive. The main focus will be on the situation in eastern Ladakh where Indian and Chinese troops are locked in an eyeball-to-eyeball face-off in sensitive areas like Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie
Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test
Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test. The swab samples of the pangolin has been collected for the coronavirus test
'BJP can stoop to any level to grab power'
'BJP can stoop to any level to grab power'. 'Time and again, through their actions, often more covert than overt, the BJP has shown that it is a power-hungry party and its hunger isn't getting satiated sitting in the Opposition.'
Chargesheets filed against 376 for attending Tablighi in Delhi
Chargesheets filed against 376 for attending Tablighi in Delhi. According to the chargesheets, all the foreign nationals have been booked for violating visa rules, violating government guidelines issued in the wake of Covid-19 pandemic and regulations regarding Epidemic diseases Act, Disaster Management Act and prohibitory orders under section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure.
Boris Johnson to face grilling over top aide Dominic Cummings
The Prime Minister’s top adviser remains at the centre of a political storm, with at least 30 Tory MPs publicly calling for him to go.
What the papers say – May 27
Reports of a Tory revolt over the Dominic Cummings saga feature prominently on the nation’s front pages.
Again, El-Rufai extends Kaduna lockdown by two weeks
Godwin Isenyo, Kaduna The Kaduna State Government has extended the lockdown it imposed on the state to contain the spread of the coronavirus for another two weeks. But the two weeks lockdown woul...
Sessions goes after Tuberville's coaching record in challenging him to debate
Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions challenged Tommy Tuberville, his opponent for the Alabama Republican Senate nomination, to a series of five debates as the two hammer each other in an
Trump accuses Twitter of 'stifling' free speech after fact check
President Trump on Tuesday evening accused Twitter of “stifling FREE SPEECH” and interfering in the 2020 election by fact-checking one of his tweets on the issue of voting by mail.
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail
President Donald Trump accused Twitter on Tuesday of "interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election" after it fact-checked two of his tweets pushing conspiracies about voting by mail in California.
US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election
Defense Department officials are planning to brief President Donald Trump on several options to withdraw all US troops from Afghanistan, according to multiple reports.
National News: Motorsport UK plans for motorsport to begin again on 4 July
Motorsport UK intends for national motorsport to resume in Britain from 4 July and, from the start of next month, will allow organisers to begin applying for event permits again
Sony/ATV Promotes Peter Brodsky to General Counsel, EVP Business Affairs
Sony/ATV Music Publishing has promoted Peter Brodsky to general counsel to compliment his longtime role as executive vp, business affairs at the Sony Music company.
Administrators deny South African Airways set to start flying
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – Administrators for state-owned South African Airways (SAA) said on Wednesday the airline is not aiming to resume domestic flights from mid-June, rejecting a statement from the airline a day earlier.
Exiled ex-minister rubbishes Govt third force claim on abductions
Exiled former deputy higher education minister Godfrey Gandawa rubbished claims by the Government that there was a third force behind the abduction of three Movement for Democratic Change female members last week.
World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed – Poll
BENGALURU (Reuters) – Economic prospects for the developed world this year have darkened again in the past month as the coronavirus pandemic has rolled from Asia to the Americas, with a V-shaped sharp recovery expected by less than one-fifth of economists polled by Reuters.
Zimbabwe ruling party calls for arrest of opposition officials for faking abductions
ZANU PF Acting Spokesperson Patrick Chinamasa says the party is calling for arrests of more MDC officials who were involved in the infamous Warren park demonstration that led to the abduction and torture of Joana Mamombe, Cecilia Chimbiri and Netsai Marova.
Stock markets mixed as China-US tensions return to fore
Equities were mixed Wednesday as profit-taking and worries about deteriorating China-US relations were weighed against optimism over the gradual reopening of economies around the world.
Zambian president pardons gay couple jailed for 15 years
LUSAKA (Reuters) – Zambia’s president has pardoned a gay couple sentenced to 15 years in prison in November under colonial-era sodomy laws in a case that caused a diplomatic row with the United States.
Bail hearing in hospital for injured MDC Alliance officials
HARARE – Zimbabwean prosecutors have proposed ZW$2,000 (about R800) bail for recently abducted and tortured MDC Alliance youth activists Cecilia Chimburu, 31, Netsai Marova, 21, and member of the house of assembly Joana Mamombe, 27.
Underestimating the Office of the President
WHEN you listen to the speeches of our presidential candidates before elections, rarely do you get to hear of public policy.
From Kabuga’s trial, we must learn how to prevent another genocide
Felicien Kabuga’s trial will be a lesson in history.
Uganda approves return of citizens stranded abroad over Covid-19
Ugandans trapped in 66 countries can return home at their own cost.
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as "lies"
"I have not killed any Tutsis. I was working with them," Felicien Kabuga to a French court.
Zimbabwe police charge activists, journalists with violating Covid-19 rules
The three women were reportedly abducted while in police custody.
Administrators rule out mid-June return for SAA flights
Without approval of practitioners, SAA announced its planes would be back in the skies.
Burundi opposition to contest ruling party's election win
CNL officials preparing appeals, says a party lawmaker.
Trump, Biden turn to Snapchat in presidential campaign
The photo-sending app boasts 229 million users.
How China’s tensions could be good for Hong Kong’s stock exchange
Beijing’s planned imposition of a national security law has sparked renewed protests in the territory. But prospects for the HKEX are brighter than they might at first seem.
US Lawmakers Raise Amendment in Privacy Bill Concerning Warrantless Surveillance Against its Citizens
Both sides of the aisle will deal with privacy issues that will deter unwarranted surveillance of Americans by the government.
US closes probes into 3 senators over their stock trades
Sens. Dianne Feinstein of California, Kelly Loeffler of Georgia and Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma have been informed that the Justice Department has closed investigations into their stock trades.
African Development Bank President, Adesina, Maintains Innocence Despite Calls For Probe
The United States Department of Treasury had called for an independent of the allegations against Adesina despite the AfDB clearing him of all wrongdoing.
Why Buhari Will Not Intervene In Pantami And Dabiri-Erewa Face off —Odumakin
Recall that Dabiri-Erewa revealed in an interview how gunmen chased the commission’s staff from office on the orders of Pantami.
IGP Team Arrests Four Delta Journalists For Undisclosed Offence
As of the time of this report, the IGP detective team has not given any reason for the arrest and detention of the four journalists.
Coronavirus: Over 200 Stranded Ghanaians In Dubai Cry For Help
The request by these standard Ghanaians in Dubai to be airlifted home follows the repatriation of some 230 Ghanaians, some of whom were deported from Kuwait on a chartered flight Saturday, May 23, 2020.
BREAKING: DSS Releases Detained Akwa Ibom Journalist After Public Outcry
Carter was arrested by the DSS on April 27, 2020 over a private phone conversation with an anonymous medical doctor, which the Akwa Ibom State Government alleged castigated the state’s Commissioner for Health, Dr Dominic Ukpong, over his poor handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Covid-19: Are city's night shelters ready for a heat wave?
The heat wave condition continues to burn the national Capital as an orange alert was issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for Tuesday. The maximum temperature at Palam was recorded at 47.2 degrees Celsius, making it the highest for this season.
Fed could adopt yield curve control
A report by Bloomberg's Liz McCormick and Craig Torres says the US Federal Reserve (Fed) may implement yield-curve control to cap yields on government
Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time
Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests
Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds as they stamped down on protests against a bill banning insults to China's national anthem.
Joe Biden hires voting rights director, contrasting Trump's move to hinder mail-in ballots
The Biden campaign hired a senior staffer to aid in voter protection issues as the debate over absentee ballots comes to a head.
Release of more declassified Russia investigation documents hinges on Ratcliffe
The continued release of Russia investigation documents is now in the hands of President Trump's new spy chief.
Trump claims Twitter is 'interfering in the 2020 presidential election' by fact-checking tweets
President Trump fired back at Twitter after it appended a fact-checking label to two of his tweets in which he claimed mail-in ballots will lead to voter fraud.
WHO praises China for 'very consistent message' of 'openness' in virus investigation
A top World Health Organization official offered praise for China’s “openness” during its effort to understand how the coronavirus pandemic began.
Tom Homan to urge Trump to challenge New York law criminalizing cooperation with federal immigration authorities
Former Immigration and Customs Enforcement acting Director Tom Homan plans to lobby President Trump to have the Justice Department challenge a New York law making it a felony for law enforcement to assist federal immigration authorities.
Karnataka schools slated to re-open from July 1
However there is no concrete decision that has been taken and the final decision is expected to be out in a day or two. Sources from the department said that the same was communicated to the Chief Minister.
Enter only if you test -ve
State Govt decides to do away with compulsory institutional quarantine from June 1 and allow only the uninfected to come in In an effort to prevent people with Covid-19 from entering the State, the go.
Dog squad to get 50 dogs for Rs 2.5 crore
As many as 50 dogs will be adopted and inducted into the Dog Squad at a cost of Rs 2.
Woman gang-raped by two men, but her ordeal doesn’t end there
A 27-year-old woman from Jharkhand was gang-raped by two men inside the labour shed in a factory in Kumbalgodu, where she was working.
‘Complete syllabus with online classes’
Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa has directed the Higher Education Department to complete the syllabus by conducting online classes.
Curfew no bar for encroachers in Kalyan Nagar
Residents say in the night, a compound wall is being constructed on a CA site that houses 100-yr-old memorial Seems like the lockdown has come as a cover for the activities of encroachers to flourish .
Galvez calls for probe on blast in Maguindanao
Presidential Peace Adviser Carlito G. Galvez Jr. on Tuesday called for an investigation of the explosion in Barangay Kitango, Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao, that killed two children and wounded several others on May 24.
14.75 Lakh Migrants Register As UP Plans To Employ Them In Industrial Units
With 25 lakh people returning to Uttar Pradesh during the coronavirus lockdown, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday directed officials to complete the skill-mapping of migrant labourers in 15 days and get a survey conducted to employ them in MSMEs and industrial units, officials said.
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Earlier in the day, Twitter added links to two of Trump's tweets prompting users to "get the facts" about mail-in ballots.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, an ardent Trump supporter, cautioned that an abrupt withdrawal would be "horrendous.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Liberals, NDP vote to waive normal Commons proceedings during pandemic
OTTAWA — New Democrats joined forces Tuesday with the governing Liberals to waive normal House of Commons proceedings for another four months during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Military report details 'disturbing' issues in Ontario long-term care homes
TORONTO — A military report on five Ontario long-term care homes released Tuesday details "horrific" allegations of insect infestations, aggressive resident feeding that caused choking, bleeding infections, and residents crying for help for hours.
One dead, boy and woman wounded in downtown Toronto shooting: police
TORONTO — Police say a 21-year-old man is dead and a boy and a woman were wounded in a shooting in downtown Toronto. Police Chief Mark Saunders said the "brazen" shooting happened shortly after 4 p.m.
Video shows cop kneeling on neck of black man who died
MINNEAPOLIS, United States (AP) — A black man who died in police custody in Minneap...
Hand sanitiser dispensers for courts, police stations in St Elizabeth
BLACK RIVER, St Elizabeth — A three-week campaign to raise money and equipment rece...
How to vote in US elections if residing outside country
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This day In History - May 27
Today is the 148th day of 2020. There are 218 days left in the year
CMU to miss report deadline due to auditing delay
OFFICIALS of the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) were again put in the hot seat at th...
Rivlin on Leifer trial: 'No one will use Israel to evade justice' - Foreign Affairs
President Rivlin touts Jerusalem court's decision that Australian-Israeli teacher Malka Leifer may stand trial, paving way for extradition.
Downing Street condemned over ‘vindictive’ treatment of openDemocracy
Number 10’s ban on openDemocracy asking questions at COVID-19 briefings part of a “Trumpian” attack on press freedom, say free speech campaigners.
Steve Kerr, Skylar Diggins Blast Cops Over Death of Minnesota Man (TWEET)
Golden State Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr made sure to voice his opinion about the death of a black man…
Days after refusing to intervene, Supreme Court finally takes suo motu cognisance of human tragedy of migrant workers
Days after refusing to intervene, the Supreme Court has finally decided to take notice of the plight of migrant workers, who've been forced to go through unspeakable miseries due to an unplanned lockdown announced by the Indian government.
Four US police officers fired after death of unarmed black man
A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.
Indian drones pursue locusts as swarms destroy swathes of crops
NEW DELHI: Huge swarms of desert locusts are destroying crops across western and central India, prompting authorities on Tuesday (May 26) to step ...
Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy
Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy
World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll
World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll
All 3 Detroit automakers had workers test positive for COVID-19 since plants reopened
All 3 Detroit automakers had workers test positive for COVID-19 since plants reopened
Nationwide rolls out online mental health tools for staffers
Nationwide Building Society has built an online tool that helps employees who are experiencing mental health issues during the Covid-19 outbreak get access to support.
West Midlands has big fintech opportunity
The West Midlands has the potential to become a major UK fintech hub if it takes an integrated approach to maximising its advantages, according to a report.
Biden Hopes To Announce VP Pick By August 1st
He says his selection committee has interviewed everyone on his shortlist.
Stop Calling The Police On Black People
This article explores the modern day phenomenon of White people calling the police on innocent Black people, which was most recently seen in the viral video of "Central Park Karen."
In Break With Trump, Sean Hannity Just Told A Surprising Truth About Face Masks
As America heads into a deeply divisive presidential election, on Tuesday Sean Hannity gave a brief reminder that there is one thing that transcends partisanship: public health.
HBO Max Launches Today: Everything You Need To Know
WarnerMedia joins the streaming wars today with the launch of HBO Max, its new service combining original shows, library content from a range of WarnerMedia properties, and programming from pay cable network HBO.
‘Close Them Down’: Trump Threatens To Shut Down Social Media Platforms
Twitter fact-checked the president on one of his tweets for the first time Tuesday.
72% Of U.S. Voters Believe President Trump Should Wear A Face Mask When Around Others: Poll
Pressure has grown around Trump over his continued decision not to wear a face mask.
Who Wins And Who Loses In The Office Of The Future?
Office space may be less in demand. Likely a hybrid workspace will develop. Some employees will work from home, others in the office. There will be team meetings in physical space, certainly, but lots of team collaboration will be done virtually.
Fauci: ‘We Might Have A Vaccine By The End Of The Year’
Dr. Fauci’s timeline would be one of the shortest in history for vaccine development.
Minneapolis Mayor Calls For Charges Against Officer Who Knelt On George Floyd’s Neck
If most people, particularly people of color, had done what a police officer did late Monday, they’d already be behind bars.”
Spain Enters ‘Longest Period Of Mourning’ For 27,000 People Who Died With Coronavirus
Spain is entering the biggest period of national mourning seen so far anywhere in the world, in remembrance of the thousands of people it lost to coronavirus.
Kellyanne Conway Compares Voting In Person To Standing In Line At Georgetown Cupcake, Which Is Delivery-Only
The comment is part of an all out assault on mail-in voting by the Trump administration.
Coronavirus Has Now Killed 100,000 Americans
More Americans have died in the pandemic than in the Vietnam and Korean wars.
Texas Supreme Court Halts Expansion Of Mail-In Voting
Voters can’t cite a lack of immunity to the coronavirus as a reason for getting a mail-in ballot, the court ruled.
Trump’s Press Secretary Has Solely Voted By Mail Since 2010, Report Says, Despite Claims Of Fraud Risks
Kayleigh McEnany has defended President Donald Trump’s unsubstantiated claims that mail-in voting leads to election fraud.
Los Angeles Domestic Violence Hotline Calls Double Since Shutdown
California was one of the earliest locations to shut down, and Los Angeles County now reports that calls to the county’s domestic violence hotline have more than doubled since the virus hit.
McConnell Contradicts Trump, Says There’s ‘No Stigma’ In Wearing A Mask
The president has criticized reporters for wearing masks and consistently refused to wear one at public events.
2020 Has Been Difficult For The Black Community. Discrimination At Work Only Adds Insult To Injury
Factors such as the global pandemic and its devastating impact on blacks, the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, and ongoing experiences with discrimination and antiblack racism in the workforce can contribute to racial battle fatigue (RBF), which has detrimental mental hea...
Driving Instructors Slam Ministers And Tory MPs For Backing Dominic Cummings’ Defective Eyesight Driving Offense
In subsequent radio and TV interviews, government ministers and Tory MPs have tied themselves in knots supporting Cummings’ law-breaking 30-mile drive to Barnard Castle, County Durham.
The Media And Masks: A Confusing Narrative For Americans
The benefit of the mask, “comes not from shielding the mouths of the healthy but from covering the mouths of people already infected.” This unambiguous scientific message of communal responsibility remains absent from mainstream media which continues to divide Americans over the mask.
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail
Earlier in the day, Twitter added links to two of Trump's tweets prompting users to "get the facts" about mail-in ballots.
US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, an ardent Trump supporter, cautioned that an abrupt withdrawal would be "horrendous."
Covid-19: Did a late-night letter from 20 senior lawyers change SC mind on migrants?
India News: Did a late night letter from 20 renowned advocates including P Chidambaram, Kapil Sibal, C U Singh, Vikas Singh, Prashant Bhushan, Iqbal Chagla, Aspi
Chennai a ticking time bomb, more tests must to defuse it
The panel of medical experts advising the Tamil Nadu government on Tuesday pushed for ramping up testing to identify Covid-19 infections in the early
Delhi: Thousands homeless after fire in shanties
NEW DELHI: Thousands of residents of a transit camp in Tughlaqabad in southeast Delhi were left homeless in the scorching heat after a major fire gutt.
What the papers say – May 27
Reports of a Tory revolt over the Dominic Cummings saga feature prominently on the nation’s front pages.
Licence Check welcomes Government guidance on working safely with vehicles
Licence Check has welcomed updated Government guidance on working safely with vehicles during the Coronavirus pandemic as more businesses look to return to work.
Panic at PMC after a leader’s spouse tests +ve for virus
Office-bearer had attended an all-party meeting on Monday and was involved in activities requiring public interaction in her constituency
Schools to start by June 15: Education dept explores virtual, physical learning
State edu dept explores virtual, physical learning; schools in red zones to stay shut
Two murders reported from city over 12 hrs
Eight, including four minors, arrested for killing an entrepreneur; in the second case, accused is unknown
KP residents protest as cops nix vehicle use
Denizens banned from vehicles for shopping, domestic help; ask why PMC relaxations are different for them
More than 50 City of Vernon staffers had six-figure salaries in 2019
Wages for the City of Vernon's top staff cost an extra $1.7 million in 2019 as more names were added to the list of those taking home $75,000 or more an
Liberals, NDP vote to waive normal Commons proceedings during pandemic
OTTAWA - New Democrats joined forces Tuesday with the governing Liberals to waive normal House of Commons proceedings for another four months during the COV
In pictures | Heatwave adds to nation's miseries
The ongoing heatwave over several parts of north and central India is likely to continue during the next 24 hours, the India Meteorological Department said on Wednesday, even as the southwest monsoon
Body of little girl, 4, was 'attacked by rats as she lay dead in cot for two days'
WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT - Mark James Dunn, 43, of Brisbane, Australia, has been charged with the murder of his daughter Willow, who police believe was left to rot in her crib with rodents eating her decomposing body
The US gaming headset market is found to have hit new heights as of April 2020
A new market research report states that the gaming headset sector broke records in terms of US retail sales in April 2020. This study also found that 8 of the 10 best-selling devices in this category were from the brand Turtle Beach. Of these, its Stealth 600 has accrued the most revenue in 2020 so far.
In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets
The social media giant highlighted two of Trump’s tweets that falsely claimed mail-in ballots would lead to widespread voter fraud.
Uproar in US after black man dies as white policeman kneels on neck
A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.
Catholic Church alleges 'irregularities' in Burundi election
The Catholic Church in Burundi says it observed "many irregularities" during last week's election that call into question results that delivered victories to the ruling party and its presidential
The Case for Liberal Arts Education in a Time of Crisis
Small, private colleges teach students how to be not only workers but civically engaged citizens of the world.
Twitter labels Trump's false claims with warning for first time
President rails against decision after his tweets on mail-in voting are marked with message: ‘Get the facts’Twitter for the first time took action against a series of tweets by Donald Trump, labeling them with a warning sign and providing a link to further information.Since ascending to the US presidency
Donald Trump promises a 'very interesting' response to China's proposed crackdown on Hong Kong
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a "very interesting" US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign
US President Donald Trump warns that Hong Kong risks losing its special status as a financial hub
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial center if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a "very interesting" US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign
‘We dried our tears’: Addressing the toll on children of Northeast Nigeria’s conflict
Nigeria must address its failures to an entire generation of children in a region devastated by Boko Haram atrocities and gross violations by the military
Boris Johnson to face grilling over top aide Dominic Cummings
The Prime Minister’s top adviser remains at the centre of a political storm, with at least 30 Tory MPs publicly calling for him to go.
What the papers say – May 27
Reports of a Tory revolt over the Dominic Cummings saga feature prominently on the nation’s front pages.
Sikh Front-Line Workers Make Enough Sacrifices. Their Beards Shouldn't Be One.
Religiously worn beards have been subtly framed as an obstacle to the safety of COVID-19 patients.
Daniel Turner: Biden bows to radical left by pledging to cancel Keystone XL pipeline – Americans would suffer
Joe Biden’s energy policies would create disruptive energy shortages, big energy price increases, an increased dependence on foreign countries outside our hemisphere to meet our energy needs, and a massive increase in unemployment in the U.S. energy industry.
Hollywood Hills house parties getting out of hand during coronavirus outbreak, LAPD warns
Cops in Los Angeles have released a video begging trendy quarantined residents to stop house parties in the Hollywood Hills because clubs are closed during the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report.
Two veterans with different wounds find single purpose: new documentary series
U.S. Army veteran Jose Martinez's injuries are visible, former U.S. Navy medic Joe Jackson's are not and they need each other. They're among a group of wounded warriors on the frontlines of a suicide crisis in the veteran community.
The Parts Of Donald Trump & Jeffrey Epstein's Relationship 'Filthy Rich' Doesn't Cover
Jeffrey Epstein had a number of famous associates, and among those mentioned in Netflix's new docuseries, Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, is Donald Trump. According to Vox, the two became friendly in the late '80s and maintained a relationship until…
Ghislaine Maxwell Basically Vanished After The Events Of Netflix's Jeffrey Epstein Doc
Several of the women featured in Netflix's new docuseries, Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, recall meeting Epstein's longtime girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell, alleging that she was a key figure in the sex trafficking ring he was accused of running and…
India and Afghanistan’s future
Regional countries are worried about the spread of IS (Islamic State) in Afghanistan and want to see the government and Taliban on the same
Modi govt threat to India’s neighbours: PM
Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that the Indian premier Narendra Modi’s government with its arrogant expansionist policies is becoming a threat to India’s neighbours.
Pakistan private schools federation calls out for peaceful protests on Friday
Pakistan private schools federation calls out for peaceful protests on FridayPakistan private schools federation calls out for peaceful
UConn senior accused of killing two men was looking for young woman
The University of Connecticut senior accused of killing two men and injuring another was looking for a young woman he knew as he carried out his murderous spree, according to the wife of one of his
Trump accuses Twitter of ‘interfering’ in presidential election after fact check
President Trump accused Twitter of election interference after the social media giant fact-checked two of his tweets in an unprecedented move. “@Twitter is now interfering in the 2020 Presidential
Twitter Adds ‘Misleading’ Warning To Donald Trump’s Tweets For The First Time
Twitter has marked two of Donald Trump’s Twitter posts as “potentially misleading.”
Planning for full reopening of churches and possible early resumption of Mass
Thoughts?
Education Department IT manager directed $14m of work to his own company
A former 'go-to guy' for the Education Department misused his position for more than a decade but will not face criminal charges, IBAC says.
Convene all-party meet on Pothireddypadu issue: BJP
Telangana BJP core committee member and former MLC Ponguleti Sudhakar Reddy has demanded that the State government convene
India’s GDP growth seen at 1.2% for Q4 Financial Year 2020
Country's GDP is estimated to have grown at 1.2 percent in the last quarter of the previous fiscal as economic activity came to a standstill in the last week of March due to the nationwide lockdown.
TRS NRI wing thank KCR, KTR for providing free quarantine to Gulf returnees
TRS NRI wing thanked Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao and Municipal Administration Minister KT Rama Rao for arranging free
52 bats drop dead in 60 mins, scare Uttar Pradesh town
When Pankaj Shahi, owner of a mango orchard in Belghat area, saw a few bats lying dead in a nearby orchard on Tuesday
Twitter adds fact-check labels to Trump’s tweets on mail-in voting
Micro-blogging site Twitter has tagged two tweets of US President Donald Trump on mail-in voting with a fact-checking warning label.
Return of 1 lakh people poses big quarantine challenge for northeastern states
After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.
Teaching people to fish
What’s in a number? For some, it means a lot. For others, it reveals nothing. The reality, however, lies somewhere in between.
US offers to mediate between China, India on border row
The US on Wednesday revealed that it has offered to mediate in the ongoing standoff between India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
AirAsia flight makes emergency landing at RGIA Hyderabad
A major disaster was averted after an AirAsia India flight ferrying 76 people, including six infants, made a safe emergency landing
445 domestic flights carrying 62,641 passengers operated on Tuesday: Aviation Minister
A total of 445 domestic flights, carrying 62,641 passengers, were operated on Tuesday
New warehousing facility to come up at Kothur near Hyderabad
Embassy Industrial Parks, a joint venture between the Embassy Group and Warburg Pincus that is into logistics and warehousing, is in advanced stages of acquiring land near Kothur to develop a warehousing facility, according to a top official.
SSC exams: TS mulls special rooms for those from containment zones
Given the prevailing health crisis, the Education Department is planning to have special rooms in examination centres for students from containment areas while appearing for the pending SSC exams.
LG Polymers officials stopped from flying to Seoul
LG Polymers officials from South Korea were stopped by the city police from going to Seoul in a chartered flight on Wednesday morning.
EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers Latin America
A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday.
CM KCR calls for austerity measures
Pointing out that the income from transport, registration and other departments was not something to write about, CM KCR said the State will have to make do with whatever meagre income it was generating
Saudi police: 6 killed in shootout dispute between families
A shootout in a southwestern province in Saudi Arabia that local reports say was sparked by a dispute between two families
Andhra’s corona tally now 2,787 with 68 new cases
Andhra Pradesh reported 68 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours till Wednesday morning, taking the state's tally to 2,787.
Nine held for trading spurious cotton seeds in Mancherial
Sleuths of Ramagundam Commissionerate’s Task Force arrested nine persons belonging to four gangs for allegedly trading in spurious cotton seeds.
Woman falls into open well, dies in Mahabubabad
A woman labourer died when she fell into a well following a landslide during the construction of a concrete wall for an open well
Uncertainty looms over Bonalu celebrations
Uncertainty prevails over this year’s annual Bonalu festival, with cases of Covid-19 continuing to get reported in the State.
Mt. Everest to be remeasured
The ascent, reported by Chinese state media, comes after both China and Nepal canceled the spring climbing season on the mountain
Khammam Municipal Corporation sets up face mask kiosks
Khammam Municipal Corporation has set up face masks dispensing kiosks in Khammam in order to make the masks available to the public
5 more test positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya
Five more persons tested positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, taking the total number of active cases in the state to seven, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said on Wednesday.
Irish Times view on Europe’s relations with China: Into the East Asian century
China has deployed a twin-track strategy of soft and hard-power diplomacy
Some Irish backpackers in Australia say they feel vulnerable and desperate
‘It was just a proper scam, a major major scam. He just wanted girls on his farm to look at’
The Irish Times view on: The EPA bathing report
Ireland in position to get massive post-Covid boost with proper water supplies in place
Twitter places fact-checking label on Trump tweets for first time
May 26 (UPI) -- Twitter placed labels indicating potentially harmful or misleading information on a pair of President Donald Trump's tweets for the first time Tuesday since introducing the feature.
Trump accuses Twitter of ‘interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election’ after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail
President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Twitter of “interfering” in the 2020 election after it fact-checked two of his tweets pushing conspiracies about voting by mail.
US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election
Defense Department officials are reportedly planning to brief President Donald Trump on several options to withdraw all US troops from Afghanistan, including one to pull them out before the 2020 US presidential election in November.
The CDC Has Issued a Warning About Aggressive Rat Behaviour Due to The Pandemic
Rats are growing increasingly aggressive in their hunt for food as restaurants across the US remain shuttered to slow the spread of the coronavirus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned.
Work begins to allow international students to return to NZ universities
Report from RNZ Director General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said today that work is underway to allow international students to return to New Zealand.
Not yet, but “not too long” till we’re ready for a trans-Tasman bubble, says PM
Report from RNZ A group of government and business representatives will early next month deliver a blueprint on how a trans-Tasman bubble could work.
City Council told its estimates for strengthening the Library are ‘ludicrous … not acceptable’
Wellington.Scoop Wellington structural engineer Adam Thornton today challenged the estimates from the Wellington City Council for strengthening the Central Library. He said the strengthening costs were not acceptable and the work could be done for much less.
Grants diversified for community and creative groups during lockdown
News from WCC Community and creative groups have had to adapt and diversify during Covid-19, which was reflected in the applications for funding approved by Wellington City Council this week.
James Shaw plus two: Greens announce candidates for Wellington electorates
News from Green Party The Green Party has revealed its three candidates to contest the Wellington electorates in the forthcoming general election.
Las Vegas police report details injuries to arrested officers’ kids
The two Metropolitan Police Department officers who were arrested last week on child abuse charges allegedly hit the child with a belt and had been investigated previously.
Clark County election worker’s COVID-19 case won’t impact primary
A Clark County elections employee’s COVID-19 diagnosis should not impact the upcoming primary election or its result reporting and ballot verification processes.
A century ago, not wearing a mask in Las Vegas could draw a fine
Wearing face masks isn’t just a 21st-century thing. Some localities in Nevada enacted laws requiring citizens to wear masks in public during 1918 and 1919.
Egyptian historian sees rising surveillance state
FARID FARIDCAIRO – State surveillance is on the rise globally as governments such as Egypt's take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic, warns exiled historian and intellectual Khaled
Walvis councillor orders businesses' closure
WALVIS Bay urban constituency councillor Knowledge Ipinge has ordered a transport company and a bank to close their premises at the town due to fears of the spread of the coronavirus.
Alcohol ban fines hit N$100k
THE police have dished out fines of close to N$100 000 to people who contravened the alcohol ban between 5 and 25 May.
Mariental man admits shooting, denies murder
A MARIENTAL resident claimed in the Windhoek High Court yesterday that the fatal shooting of a woman at the Hardap region town near the end of 2017 had been an accident.
Govt fails on buy local directive
NGHINOMENWA ERASTUS and LAZARUS AMUKESHETHE Agro-Marketing Trade Agency has challenged the government and its agencies to lead by example in implementing its directive to procure locally
Report: Hurley accused Arizona State AD in booster scandal
Arizona State men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley sent an email to Ray Anderson last season alleging the Arizona State athletic director minimized sexual harassment allegations by the wives of three a
US judge refuses again to block Nevada's mail-in primary
A federal judge has again rejected a conservative voting rights group’s bid to block the mail-in primary election now under way in Nevada as part of an effort to guard against spread of the coronaviru
Mailed-in votes often wind up missing in action
The coronavirus has been a killer of the conventional. Even as health dangers diminish, pressure is building for a radical shift in long-standing custom for the way the nation elects its leaders. Vote
Smokies nonprofit to hold virtual firefly event on YouTube
The annual lottery to see the synchronous fireflies of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park may be canceled this year due to the coronavirus, but a Smokies-based nonprofit will be offering a virtual
State hosts forums for businesses planning to reopen
State officials have planned a series of virtual forums this week for the owners and operators businesses that will be allowed to reopen next week as Rhode Island's economic restart continues.
Protest of Minneapolis man's death blocks Memphis street
Police blocked a main thoroughfare in Memphis, Tennessee, after protesters gathered outside a police precinct to voice their anger at the death of an unarmed black man during a confrontation with a wh
The government has no right to determine what goods, services or venues are essential
Some of us are willing to take chances and even do
Los Angeles County reopens in-person shopping, worship
California moved to further relax its coronavirus restrictions and help the battered economy on Tuesday by permitting barbershops and hair salons to reopen while Los Angeles County, moving more cautio
Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops
An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.
UK leader rejects aide inquiry, unveils test and trace plan
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson refused Wednesday to hold an official inquiry into the actions of his closest adviser for allegedly flouting COVID-19 lockdown rules, imploring an angry public to
Lawmakers ejected in Hong Kong debate on Chinese anthem bill
Two pro-democracy lawmakers were ejected from Hong Kong's legislative chamber Thursday morning, disrupting the start of a second day of debate on a contentious bill that would criminalize insulting or
Israeli president calls Australian PM after teacher's ruling
Israeli President Reuven Rivlin said he spoke Wednesday with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, following an Israeli court ruling that a former teacher accused of sexually abusing her students
False claims aim to tie officer in George Floyd death to Trump
Twitter and Facebook posts with hundreds of thousands of views on Wednesday claimed Officer Derek Chauvin was pictured wearing a
Portsmouth teacher named state Teacher of the Year
A third-grade teacher and coach at a Portsmouth elementary school has been named Rhode Island's teacher of the year.
Joe Biden's disturbing pattern of putting down minorities
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden told an African-American talk show host last week:
Australian police won't charge reporter after leak probe
Australian police said Wednesday that they had decided against charging a journalist over a newspaper article she wrote more than two years ago following a high-profile investigation that triggered a
Task force on missing Native Americans resumes sessions
A presidential task force charged with coming up with ways to address missing and slain Native Americans will resume tribal listening sessions Wednesday.
Democrats: Don't repeat the mistakes of the Catholic Church with Tara Reade
To protect people from sexual harassment and assault by those above them, we have the right to expect the same of our political leaders that we demand of religious leaders.
Official says defiant Michigan barbershop is health threat
A barbershop that refused to remain closed in compliance with Michigan's coronavirus restrictions poses an “imminent threat” to public health, the state's chief medical officer testified Wednesday.
Salvation Army opens heat relief stations in metro Phoenix
The Salvation Army on Wednesday opened heat relief stations across metro Phoenix as forecasters say temperatures will reach as high as 112 degrees in some desert areas by Friday.
Positive COVID-19 test for worker at House meeting place
A worker at the Springfield convention center where the Illinois House convened for a special session last week has tested positive for COVID-19, the office of Speaker Michael Madigan revealed Wednesd
Jack Link's Snacks worker dies of COVID-19 in South Dakota
An employee at a Jack Link's Protein Snacks plant in South Dakota died after contracting COVID-19, the company reported Tuesday.
Lessons from tracking COVID-19 cases
As states reopen across the country, it's important to understand both where the COVID-19 pandemic has spread and where it is progressing or receding. To further that effort, the Heritage Foundation b
Reopening leader says liability protection key in SC
The leader of governor's committee studying how to best reopen South Carolina after the coronavirus said one of the most critical pieces of unfinished business is protecting businesses from lawsuits i
Navy admiral submits results of probe on virus-infected ship
The Navy's top admiral on Wednesday received the results of an internal investigation into the spread of the coronavirus aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt and the firing of the aircraft carrier's skip
Skiing is back in Colorado for lucky few with reservations
Skiing is back in Colorado after a more than two-month closure caused by the coronavirus, but only a few have been lucky enough to score reservations at the only reopened resort in the state.
Protesters stop LA freeway traffic, smash patrol car windows
Hundreds of people protesting the death of a black man in Minneapolis police custody blocked a Los Angeles freeway and shattered windows of California Highway Patrol cruisers on Wednesday.
Asia Today: S Korea virus cases make biggest jump in 50 days
South Korea on Thursday reported its biggest jump in coronavirus cases in more than 50 days, a huge setback that could erase some of its hard-won gains. Health officials warned that the resurgence is
The Senate's fate rests in Trump's performance at the ballot box
The bottom line is that if the president wins, especially if he runs as expected in places such as North Carolina, Iowa and Maine, the Republicans probably will hold the Senate.
Omar tries to put house in order
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GoI lets 122 Kashmiri prisoners call home on Eid
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Four pregnant women among 96 fresh cases in JK, tally rises to 1759
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JK receives 15 COVID-19 special flights
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‘Schools at high altitude to be temporary relief centers’
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Cracks surface in NC
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Panel submits report to end decades-long seniority dispute of KAS officers
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NC condemns assault on senior cardiologist, seeks thorough probe into incident
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JKP asks policemen to facilitate COVID-19 workers
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Are children visitation rights applied by JK courts: HC asks JKSLSA
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19 bodies of PIA crash victims forcibly taken away from morgue: Edhi Foundation
Faisal Edhi says relatives did not provide any proof or identification before taking away bodies
Shops except for medical, essential items to be closed at 5pm from today in KP
KP govt spokesperson says barbershops will only remain open from Friday till Sunday
Qureshi blames New Delhi for threatening regional peace amid India-China tensions
FM Qureshi urges India to behave responsibly in its border dispute with China
Sindh reports 699 new coronavirus cases taking total to 24,000
Province reports six new deaths to take provincial tally to 380
PIA plane crash: Sindh health minister says process of collecting DNA samples complete
Dr Azra Pechuho says that 43 out of 97 bodies have so far been handed over to families after identification
NDMA activates hotline for registering complaints on locust attacks
The aggrieved farmers can register their complaints about the existence of locusts or need of spray on the 24-hour hotline: NDMA
Pakistan Army shot down Indian spy drone that crossed over LoC: ISPR
The spy drone had crossed over 650 metres into Pakistani territory and was shot down in the Rakh Chakri sector
PIA plane crash: Federal government to compensate Model Colony residents
Governor Imran Ismail says without conclusion of an official probe into the PIA plane crash, no one could be held responsible
PML-N lambastes govt for 'allowing sugar export when there was shortage' in country
The opposition party's leaders reiterate demand for prime minister's resignation
Mike Pompeo does not like answering questions about his actions, but soon he may have to
There’s a sense that things are coming full circle for the US secretary of state.
How the Cummings debacle reveals the government’s greatest weaknesses and deadliest enemies
Could this be the moment from which the government will not recover?
Angela Merkel’s chancellorship “runs and runs” as her ratings surge and lockdown is eased in Germany
Why, despite being at the height of her powers, the chancellor will probably not seek a fifth term. And I say goodbye to Berlin for the first time in months.
Leader: From tragedy to farce
The ultimate blame for the government’s failures lies not with Dominic Cummings but with Boris Johnson.
Why Dominic Cummings should be asked whether he believes Covid-19 leaked from a Chinese lab
The No 10 adviser’s blog suggests he may subscribe to the theory being used by the US right to whip up hostility towards China.
“We weren’t prepared”: Grooming ring prosecutor Nazir Afzal on grief and state failings
The lawyer behind some of Britain’s most high-profile cases reflects on his most personal brush with government incompetence: the loss of his brother to Covid-19.
The humbling of Dominic Cummings
Boris Johnson’s chief strategist reached No 10 by pitting the people against the political elite and scorning the media. Now his hypocrisy is exposed.
Swarms of desert locusts threaten India’s summer crops
NEW DELHI (AP) — An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of...
Prison officer tests positive for coronavirus
Information gathered by DGN Online indicates that a prison officer at the Tamale Central Prison has tested positive for COVID-19.
Coronavirus: GNECC calls for mandatory testing for all teachers
The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC), a civil society network championing the right to quality basic education for all children, has urged the Government to ensure that all teachers undergo mandatory testing before going back to school.
NDC can demonstrate all they want but EC's decision won't change - Kweku Baako
Abdul Malik Kweku Baako, Editor-in-Chief of the New Crusading Guide, has jumped to the defence of the Electoral Commission, stressing that nothing can change the Commission's decision on the voters' register.
'We shouldn’t be in a hurry to name coronavirus-affected MPs – Speaker
The Speaker of Parliament, Professor Aaron Mike Oquaye, has said nobody can unilaterally disclose the health status of another except the individual voluntarily does so.
Some MPs have tested positive for coronavirus – Muntaka disputes Parliament’s claim
Minority Chief Whip, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, has disputed a claim by Parliament’s Public Affairs Directorate that no Member of Parliament or staff of Parliament has tested positive for the Covid-19.
Malian petitions CID over harrasment
A Malian businessman domiciled in Ghana, Haled Ould Ibrahim, has stated that he feels “harassed” by the activities of a Lebanese called Hassan Abu Zein, who he claims has been filing false police reports about him and his family.
Vice President Bawumia donates to street children and cured lepers
The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has donated food items to the Christ the King Soup Kitchen and Leprosariums.
Intensify seizure of assets of corrupt officials – Anti-corruption campaigners urge courts
Two anti-corruption experts have said the recent order by an Accra High Court for the seizure of assets of persons convicted in the National Communications Authority (NCA) case is a good anti-corruption measure.
‘MP’ wanted for murder
A Kumasi Circuit Court has issued a warrant for the arrest of a young man identified as Baba Amadu, aka ‘MP’, for allegedly murdering Dina Adomako, a 15-year-old girl in Kumasi, the Ashanti Regional capital.
Akufo-Addo swears in Supreme Court justices Mensa-Bonsu, Yonny Kulendi
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on Tuesday, 26th May, 2020, swore into office Justice Professor Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu and Justice Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi as Justices of the Supreme Court.
Coronavirus: Don’t keep results of MPs a secret - Ablakwa
The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has expressed disappointment in how the testing of MPs and parliamentary staff has been managed.
Daily Guide: Undoing the restrictions a must
A country cannot remain in the lockdown or restriction mode indefinitely. At a certain point, the political leadership must make a decisive move to restore normalcy even while ensuring the safety of the citizenry in the face of an emergency.
One year-old baby, 2 adults killed in gory accident
A year-old baby and two male adults were killed, while 11 others suffered injuries in an accident, at Anoff near Nsawam in the Eastern Region, on Tuesday.
NDC opts out as EC holds talks with political parties today
After dragging the Electoral Commission (EC) to the Supreme Court, the National Democratic Congress has opted out of an impending engagement with the electoral management body.
Ofankor murder: People were only interested in photos of the dead while I shouted for help – Friend claims
Friend of deceased tenant, Spark Benajmine, says people who witnessed the aftermath of the shooting resorted to taking pictures rather than helping take the body to the hospital.
GIS arrests notorious recruitment scammer
The Western Region Command of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS)has arrested a 53-year-old Ghanaian residing in Takoradi, one Kojo Sakyi, for allegedly defrauding scores of unsuspecting youth under the pretext of securing them jobs within the Service.
Rain or shine, 2020 elections will come off - Kweku Baako
The Electoral Commission (EC) has come under a barrage of criticisms by opposition parties over their decision to compile a new voters' register.
Heavy security as EC hosts political parties at IPAC meeting
There is a heavy security presence at the premises of the EC as personnel of the Ghana Police Service (GPS) have been deployed to the premises where IPAC meeting on the compilation of a new voters register is ongoing.
Fire guts parts of Tema community one market
Fire destroyed parts of one of Tema’s biggest market, the community one (1) market Tuesday evening.
Akufo-Addo government to complete 998 SHS facilities by end of July - Abronye DC
Bono Regional Chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party, Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC) says as part of measures by his parties government to close the gap in the infrastructure deficit of the nations senior high school system, a total of 998 educational facilities are set to be completed across the country by July this year.
It’s 'political bigotry', EC employing 'crude Machiavellian tactics to exclude 10m voters' – IPRAN
The Inter-Party Resistance against the New Voter Register (IPRAN), has said the Electoral Commission (EC) is employing crude Machiavellian tactics with its plan to compile a new register of voters ahead of this year’s elections.
Central Regional Minister calls for Bernard Mornah's arrest over 'war comments'
Central Regional Minister, Kwamena Duncan is calling for the arrest of the leader of the Inter-Party Resistance Against New Voter Register [IPRAN], Bernard Mornah, with immediate effect.
Ofankor landlord shot tenant 4 times, targeted his penis, chest - Police
The police has given a vivid account of how a shooting incident at Ofankor, a suburb of Accra, led to the unfortunate death of a tenant, saying he was shot 4 times by the landlord.
Don't hasten to reopen schools; we need time - Prof Agyekum to Akufo-Addo
The Dean of the School of Performing Arts of the University of Ghana, Legon, Professor Kofi Agyekum is calling on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to extend the closure of schools in the country.
I would be surprised if results of MPs coronavirus test was given to Parliament – Mubarak
Member of Parliament for Kumbungu constituency, Ras Mubarak says he would be shocked if the test results of individual MPs were handed to parliament.
Minister makes case for quarterly disinfection of police cells
Central Regional Minister Kwamena Duncan has underscored the need for police cells in the country to be disinfected every quarter.
'We will not allow EC boss to rig elections for Akufo-Addo' - NDC former candidate
The 2016 Parliamentary candidate for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Jomoro Constituency of the Western Region, Mr. Thomas Yankey popularly known as 'Nobody' has indicated that his party will not sit aloof and allow EC boss Jean Mensa to rig the upcoming General Elections for President Akufo-Addo and NPP.
NDC boycotts IPAC meeting at EC
Reports reaching DGN Online indicate that the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) this morning boycotted the InterParty Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting at the Electoral Commission (EC).
Coronavirus: GNECC calls for mandatory testing for all teachers
The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC), a civil society network championing the right to quality basic education for all children, has urged the Government to ensure that all teachers undergo mandatory testing before going back to school.
Justice Mensa-Bonsu joins Supreme Court Bench
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has sworn into office Professor Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu, a Professor of Law at the University of Ghana, Legon, as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana.
Parliament incensed over media reports of MPs contracting coronavirus
Majority Leader and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Hon Osei Kyei Mensah Bonsu has described as speculative and untrue, media report that 2 Members of Parliament and 13 staff have tested positive for Covid19 following the mass testing last week of MPs and staff for the virus.
NPP wants to rig because their own research point to their defeat - Edem Agbana
A Deputy Youth Organizer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Adams Agbana says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has conducted several- research works pointing to their defeat in the upcoming presidential and parliamentary polls hence their plot to rig the polls.
MPs have not tested positive for coronavirus - Kate Addo
The Director of Public Affairs at Ghana’s Parliament, Kate Addo has denied reports in a section of the media that some Members of Parliament and staff of the House have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Official: Captain Smart leaves Adom FM
After numerous rumours of his exit, denials and barrage of insults hurled at individuals and online portals for ‘the false alarm’, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly called Captain Smart has officially left Multimedia Group Limited (MGL).
Flashback: Akufo-Addo won't win 2020 elections - NDC reacts
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) discredited reports by the Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU) that president Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will retain his seat in the December 2020 general elections.
No police officer in Eastern region has coronavirus – Regional Commander
Eastern Regional Police Commander, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP), Afful Boakye Yiadom, has revealed that none of his officers in the region has contracted the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) disease.
New register: Turnout may be low, unless you share money at centres – Prof Gyampo
Senior Lecturer at the Political Science Department of the University of Ghana, Professor Ransford Gyampo has projected a low turnout at various registration centers for the new voters’ register.
I’m happy to be the President that swore you in – Akufo-Addo extols Justice Mensah-Bonsu’s credentials
Professor Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu has been sworn in as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo today May 26, 2020 at the Jubilee House in Accra
Obour cautioned over coronavirus protocols breaches
The Asante Akim South Municipality Assembly in the Ashanti Region has warned an NPP parliamentary aspirant against the violation of the social distancing protocol needed to stem the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak in the country.
Lift ban on church gatherings – CVM to government
The Citizen Voters Movement (CVM) has urged the government to lift the ban on public and social gatherings to enable the citizens to overcome the fear, panic, and psychological warfare created by this COVID-19.
Some MPs opted for private testing for coronavirus – NDC MP
Some Members of Parliament (MPs) have opted to undergo private testing for coronavirus instead of what Parliament House is offering for them and other staff.
Ofankor murder: Suspect's pumped guns were licensed over 12 years ago - Police
The Accra Regional Police command has clarified issues surrounding the ownership of some two pump guns by the suspect involved in the murder of his tenant at Ofankor.
Man jailed 10 years for impregnating co-tenant’s daughter
An Accra Circuit Court on Wednesday sentenced a 22-year-old unemployed to 10 years imprisonment in hard labour for impregnating a 15-year-old daughter of a co-tenant at Bubuashie in Accra.
Stigma makes it impossible to disclose identities of persons who'll test positive - Majority Leader
The Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Osei Kyei Mensah-Bonsu has said the stigmatisation associated with testing positive to the coronavirus makes it impossible to disclose the identities of any MP or staff of parliament who will test positive to the virus.
Election run-offs waste of money, must be rechecked – Diplomatic Consultant
Diplomatic Consultant, Farouk Al- Wahab says Ghana started practicing democracy prematurely and that also accounts for the country being overly democratic.
MPs who fail to test for coronavirus will be sanctioned - Speaker
Speaker of Parliament Rt Hon Prof Michael Aaron Oquaye has cautioned Members of Parliament and staff of the Parliamentary Service who have not gone through the test for COVID-19 to do so when the mandatory mass testing in Parliament restart from Thursday, 28th May to Friday, 29th May 2020.
NDC warns NPP in Nalerigu/Gambaga after ‘arrest’ of former Youth Organiser
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Nalerigu/Gambaga Constituency say they are ready to face the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) squarely in the December 7 elections.
Student jailed for extortion over policewoman’s nude pictures
A Circuit Court in Accra has sentenced a 24-year-old student, Francis Aggrey, to three years imprisonment for extortion in his bid to circulate nude videos of his girlfriend, a policewoman.
Confusion in Parliament over MPs’ coronavirus test results
Parliament seems to have shifted its position that no Members of Parliament and staff of the Parliament Service tested positive for COVID-19 during a mass testing exercise.
We're satisfied with Mills' autopsy, stop act of 'drunkenness' - Family
Family of the late President John Atta Mills has asked politicians and the general public to respect the family and the late Professor and allow him to Rest In Peace.
Rawlings to address June 4 by virtual durbar
Former President Jerry John Rawlings will deliver the keynote address to mark the 41st anniversary of the June 4 uprising on Thursday, June 4, 2020.
As COVID19 situation goes out of hand, MVA govt in Maharashtra comes with a gag order to curb social media criticism
Unable to handle the COVID19 crisis efficiently, the MVA government led by the Shiv Sena has turned its frustration towards those who are critical of it. Criticism on Social Media and not management of the health crisis seems to be the priority of the MVA government. - Devidas Deshpande
A Year of Jagan - Going the Hugo Chavez way?
In his hurry to score political points Jagan as CM is announcing schemes and issuing GOs which are either questioned or struck down by the High Court. - Duggaraju Srinivasa Rao
Maha Vikas Aghadi Government Can’t Dance, Courtyard is Rough!
Unable to handle the COVID19 crisis efficiently, the MVA government led by the Shiv Sena has turned its frustration towards those who are critical of it. Criticism on Social Media and not management of the health crisis seems to be the priority of the MVA government. - Devidas Deshpande
Brutal murder of Sanatan Deka shows how Hindus are not safe anymore in Muslim dominated areas of Assam
The fear among the ethnic Hindus in these villages looms large due to the fear of a Muslim attack. They fear reprisals and gullibility of the police with Muslim money power and an enviable unity among Muslims against the 'Kafir'.- Siba Prasad Sarma
Watch: Duo Have The Perfect Response To Dundalk Lockdown Protest
A woman most famous for standing outside Google and the Four Courts was back at it again yesterday, this time standing on a beach in Dundalk, hosting a sparsely attend...
D-Day for Nazanin: British citizen imprisoned in Tehran will find out TODAY if she will be freed as her husband says 'we are closer than ever' but is still preparing for the worst
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe expects to find out today whether she will be released from prison in Iran after the supreme leader announced 3,000 people are being pardoned as part of Eid.
Friends and families could be reunited in ‘social bubbles’ of up to ten people by next month under lockdown-easing plans
Barbecues and garden parties could also be among activities given the go-ahead in Britain by the end of June after being raised in the Cabinet.
New Zealand sheltered its homeless during Covid-19 – but can it last?
Labour-led government has pledged $100m to keep 1,200 motel rooms available for the homeless for a year but obstacles to cementing gains remain
New Zealand deputy PM breaks ranks to urge Ardern to lift Covid-19 lockdown
Political kingmaker Winston Peters says nation has been in lockdown for ‘too long’ and calls for immediate move to the lowest level of restrictions
Supreme Court Denies Petition to Hear California Voting Rights Act Challenge
The Supreme Court refused to hear a constitutional challenge to the California Voting Rights Act over its requirement that some local governments hold district rather than at-large elections.
‘Teen Mom OG’ Recap: Catelynn & Tyler Exclude Butch From Vaeda’s 1st Birthday Party
On the May 26 episode of 'Teen Mom OG', Catelynn and Tyler threw Vaeda a birthday party, but they excluded Butch from it.
Anger as white woman reports black birdwatcher in Central Park to police
'I'm going to tell them there's an African-American man threatening my life,' she tells the black man while appearing to dial 911
Venezuela's official virus data is 'absurd' – HRW and Johns Hopkins
President Nicolas Maduro's government reports 10 COVID-19 deaths out of 1,121 cases in a country of 30 million people
From Wall Street to Bethlehem, iconic sites reopen from virus
The illness has killed more than 346,000 people worldwide and forced most countries to mothball their tourism industries, a crucial source of revenue
Schools, colleges still not allowed to open: MHA
No decision has been taken on opening of schools and colleges and all education institutions across the country are still prohibited to open, the Union Home Ministry said Tuesday night. The
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
US president responds by accusing micro-blogging site of stifling free speech
Guest workers add to rising number of corona cases in Uttar Pradesh, eastern states
Amidst the political 'tu-tu, mein-mein', the plight of the guest workers continues to trouble the conscience of the Indian nation.
Two arrested after disabled man in wheelchair robbed at ATM
Two men have now been arrested over the alleged heartless robbery of a wheelchair-bound man at an ATM in Sydney’s CBD. The 42-year-old man, who suffers from spastic diplegia (paraplegia) cerebral…
Pop-up bike lanes proposed for Brisbane CBD
The proposal, detailed by Bicycling Queensland, was presented to the council and the state government.
Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill
HONG KONG — Hundreds of riot police took up posts in and around Hong Kong’s financial district on Wednesday ahead of a debate at the city’s Legislative Council over a bill that would criminalize disrespect of China’s national anthem.
Biden calls Trump a 'fool' for mocking masks during pandemic
Joe Biden said Tuesday that wearing a mask in public to combat the spread of the coronavirus is a sign of leadership and called U.S. President Donald Trump a "fool" who was "stoking deaths" for suggesting otherwise.
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36
Japanese police arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.
Buhari eulogises Clark at 93, Soun at 94 - The Nation Nigeriaa
President Muhammadu Buhari has urged elder statesman and leader of the Ijaw nation, Chief Edwin Clark, to continue to work for the ...
Cloud diplomacy: Consular access, demarche move online
Besides virtual summits and phone calls, demarche, consular access and even presentation of credentials have moved to online platforms.
Inadequacies, lapses: SC seeks answers from Centre and states on migrants
The judges said “adequate transport arrangement, food and shelters are immediately to be provided by the Centre and State Governments free of cost”.
Ahmedabad: ‘Official transferred for self-promotion, scaring people’
The campaign, under the hashtag #StopTargetingGujarat, launched on Monday in English, Gujarati and Hindi by the BJP IT Cell has been widely circulated on social media platforms.
IndiGo flier tests positive after landing in Coimbatore
"No one else was seated in his vicinity, significantly reducing the possibility of transmission... The operating crew has been home quarantined for 14 days and we are in the process of notifying other passengers as per the government guidelines," the airline said.
Jawaharlal Nehru death anniversary: Inspirational quotes, messages and thoughts of Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru inspirational quotes, thoughts: On his death anniversary, we share some inspirational quotes of the leader that have stayed with us over the years, are are more relevant now than ever.
Delhi confidential: Sound Of Silence
Former Maharashtra chief minister and senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday reeled out figures of the financial aid given by the Centre to the state, and accused the state government of not utilising the money.
Singapore Fortitude Budget: S$2b to create 100,000 jobs, traineeship, training opportunities
SINGAPORE, May 27 — The Singapore government will set aside about S$2 billion (RM6.12 billion) to create nearly 100,000 jobs, traineeships and training opportunities, as part of the Fortitude Budget announced by Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat yesterday. These will come under an SGUnited...
DAP: Perikatan stopped caring about drunk driving after coming into power
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — A score of DAP politicians have challenged the Perikatan Nasional (PN) administration to take punitive action against those caught drunk driving, in light of the two related deaths recently. In a joint press statement, the group pointed out that former transport minister...
Man arrested over deadly 2019 fire at Japan’s Kyoto Animation
TOKYO, May 27 — A Japanese man suspected of killing 36 people and injuring dozens in an arson attack at an animation studio last July was arrested today after spending 10 months in hospital for treatment. Police had issued an arrest warrant for Shinji Aoba at the time of the fire but had been...
Charlotte Democrat Councilman: 'No Way' GOP Convention Can Take Place
Charlotte City Councilman Larken Egleston said Monday there was "no way" the GOP convention could go on as planned due to the coronavirus.
Report: Afghanistan to Free 900 Taliban Terrorists This Week
Afghanistan's government is set to release 900 Taliban terrorists by Tuesday in response to a recent ceasefire ordered by the jihadis.
Somali Refugee Indicted for Attempting to Join Islamic Terrorist Group
A Somali-born naturalized United States citizen was indicted this week for allegedly attempting to join Islamic terrorist group al-Shabab.
U.S. nears 100,000 pandemic deaths: Does Trump feel your pain? | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> In the rubble of buildings and lives, modern U.S. presidents have met national trauma with words such as these: “I can hear you.” “You have lost too much, but you have not lost everything.” “We have wept with you; we’ve pulled our children tight.”
Grassley: White House 'failed to address' if there was a 'good reason' for IG firings
Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) said Tuesday that the White House "failed to address" if President Trump had a "good reason" to fire top watchdogs for the State Department and the intelligence community.
Key Senate Democrat withdraws support from House measure on web browsing data
Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) has pulled his support from an amendment aimed at blocking law enforcement from collecting web browsing history without a warrant after comments made by Rep. Adam Schiff
NZ facing worst downturn in 160 years: central bank
If tough restrictions are re-imposed unemployment could rise to 18 per cent and banks would need to raise capital, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand warns.
AUD/JPY: Bears getting set for potential major sell-off
AUD/JPY has extended the upside for a more mature shorting opportunity. This trade is now offering a discount for bears seeking to take advantage of t
NZD/USD remains on hunt for break above 0.62 after China Industrial Profits data
NZD/USD is eyeing a clear break above the psychological hurdle of 0.62, having found bids near 0.6179 in early Asia and violated the resistance of the
Afghan government releases first hundred Taliban prisoners
The Eid al-Fitr holiday began on Monday as did the ceasefire in Afghanistan announced by the Taliban. Early signs were promising with the ceasefire appearing to hold.
US military accuses Russia of sending warplanes to Libya in support of anti-govt mercenaries; Kremlin denies claim
The deployment of the fighter jets appeared to confirm Russia's deepening role in the sprawling proxy war, where its Libyan ally, commander Khalifa Hifter, suffered a series of major losses last week that dealt a heavy blow to his campaign
Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man
Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen on a bystander’s video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer kneels on his neck for several minutes.
Trump Hits Back At Twitter After It Calls His Tweets '"Unsubstantiated"
Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.
Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact check warning, US president furious
Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president ove…
Canadian soldiers witness 'deeply disturbing' scenes in seniors' residences: PM
OTTAWA: Canadian soldiers helping to manage the coronavirus outbreak in seniors' residences have witnessed some "deeply disturbing" scenes, Prime ...
Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio
Police have arrested a man suspected of starting a fire that killed 36 people in an animation studio in Japan.
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering' with US elections after fact checking warning | ZDNet
The US President also accused Twitter of 'stifling free speech'.
In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets
US News: For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning. On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase
With quarantine norms revised, Indian returnees must be refunded part of their advance by hotels: Centre
India News: NEW DELHI: Indian returnees from abroad who had paid hotels in advance for their 14-day quarantine stay but can now leave after seven days under revis.
Twitter fact-checks Donald Trump for the first time
Mail boxes will be robbed, ballots will be forged & even illegally printed out & fraudulently signed, the U.S. President tweeted, singling out the Governor of California.
Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill
The proposed new national security laws triggered the first big street unrest in Hong Kong in months on Sunday
Amy Cooper, The “Central Park Karen” Who Called Police On A Black Man, Has Been Fired
A white woman in New York has been fired after a viral video shows her hysterically calling police on a black man who asked her to leash her dog.
Number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Russia-occupied Crimea exceeds 500
Human rights activists say the figures may be underreported.
More peacekeeping operations, fewer troops in 2019: Report
The number of multilateral peace operations, both by the UN and others, rose by just one to 61, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
How locust swarms are tackled
An invasion by desert locusts has hit large swathes of India and Pakistan in the middle of pandemic.
What Commuting in Delhi Metro Post Lockdown 4.0 May Look Like? When Are Services Resuming?
Further, strict social-distancing will be practised inside the trains. The commuters will be required to be seated alternately. This will be monitored by DMRC official, Metro staff members to check for violations, the report by leading daily read.
Ex-Nevada AG describes ballots 'piled up in apartments and trash cans and in hallways' due to mail-in voting
Former Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt echoed President Trump's concerns about mail-in voting Tuesday, telling "Tucker Carlson Tonight" that it will likely increase the risk of voter fraud in his state.
George Floyd's cousins speak out about heartbreak over his death in Minneapolis police custody
The cousins of an African-American Minnesota man who died while in police custody, during which a white police officer pressed his knee against his neck as he struggled to breathe, are calling for action after viewing the video of the altercation.
Fired Florida data scientist had been axed by FSU years ago for affair with student, report says
One of the people entering data on Florida’s coronavirus website fired in a dispute over what information should be made public was allegedly, according to a report in The Daily Mail, also fired from Florida State University in 2017 for having an affair with a student -- and later was charged with cyberstalking.
Catholic churches in Brooklyn and Queens reopen with social-distancing measures
Catholic churches in Brooklyn and Queens shuttered for months due to the coronavirus outbreak reopened on Tuesday with some changes — including social-distancing signage and mandatory
Trump urges Republicans to block bill extending FISA provisions
President Trump on Tuesday urged House Republicans to oppose legislation extending Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act provisions, citing abuses of the law against his 2016 campaign.
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36
TOKYO — Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.
Students Warned Not To Sign Up For College Accommodation Until They Get Clarity On Lectures
Students are being warned not to hand over deposits for college accommodation until they know if they need it.
North Dublin lands with residential potential on sale for €450,000
Swords Road holding of 5.4 acre sits close to housing just off M1
Woman with walker awarded $55K after B.C. RCMP officer 'assaulted and battered' her
A B.C. woman who uses a walker for mobility has been awarded $55,000 in damages after a judge determined she was "falsely arrested, falsely imprisoned, assaulted and battered" by an RCMP officer in the province's north.
Trump urges House Republicans to reject FISA renewal bill
President Donald Trump called on House Republicans to reject pending legislation that would renew a set of domestic surveillance powers that lapsed two...
‘No mask, no ride’ policy in South Korea
The government, in a new directive, ordered buses and taxi drivers to limit or refuse to offer rides to passengers who do not wear masks as part of the tightened quarantine measures against the pandemic outbreak
Chicago sees deadliest Memorial day in years
10 people shot dead and 32 severely injured
UK junior minister resigns over Dominic Cummings row
Johnson's embattled Chief Strategy Adviser faced a volley of hostile questions from the media on Monday evening when Downing Street took the unusual step for a staffer to address his own press conference amid growing anger from all sides of the political spectrum, including Johnson's own Conservative Party
Radical steps for protection of migrant labour; best way to push demand and employment opportunities
Our capitalist-feudal system views labour as a factor of production and not human beings.
Countries ease coronavirus lockdown after months of lockdown
Iran cafes are on after 2 months, whereas, Sri Lanka relaxes COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and Bethlehem Nativity Church reopens
Coronavirus: Warning of second wave in north and 'more lives lost' despite no new Covid-19 deaths
NORTHERN Ireland has recorded no new Covid-19 deaths for the first time since the pandemic took hold - but health minister Robin Swann warned about a second wave and "more lives lost".
Man charged with murder following discovery of body in north Belfast
A 34-year-old man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a body in north Belfast.
Bihar, UP outperform most states, Maharashtra tops with 15.26 lakh MSME registrations
As per data compiled by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Bihar ranked number 3 in MSME registration leaving behind the most populous state of Uttar Pradesh and the industrial states of Gujarat and Karnataka
Coronavirus update: Air India staff on board Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive
According to the District Public Relations Office, the man arrived on May 25 by a domestic flight at the Sahnewal Airport. However, test results of 10 of his co-passengers have come negative
Hundreds demand justice in Minneapolis after police killing of George Floyd
Protesters clash with police, who deploy teargas and stun grenades, following death of black man at hands of white officer
Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case delayed as Fairfax lawyers seek to introduce new evidence
Commonwealth again raises national security concerns – prompting judge to express frustration
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests
(UPDATED) In a statement police say they 'respect the right of residents to express their views peacefully, but it must be carried out legally'
No backing down say sources on stand off with China
India says that it will not allow any change in status quo on the LAC. We have faced similar situations in the past and will face this one too with strength, the officer also said.
Police rule out charging News Corp journalist Annika Smethurst
The political editor's home was raided last year as part of an investigation into leaked government documents.
EU Has Bigger Problems to Worry About Than Gridlock Over Brexit
(Bloomberg) — When Boris Johnson boasted last year he’d got “Brexit done,” weary European governments were only too happy to go along with it.
No plan to step down for Akeredolu, says Kekemeke
Kekemeke, a former commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, said he is a serious-minded person that does not change his mind once he sets his....
SAI resumes sports activities in Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru and National stadiums
According to a SAI statement, sporting activities have resumed at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium from Tuesday afternoon in slots of one hour which needs to be pre-booked online.
Rajasthan: Man consumes pesticide in suicide attempt near Gehlot’s residence
According to the police, the condition of the man, identified as Chenaram Mali, who hails from Nagaur district, was stated to be stable after cops rushed him to the hospital.
Govt asks CID to re-probe suicide abetment case against Arnab Goswami
The Alibaug police had closed the case last year stating that enough evidence was not found against Arnab Goswami, Editor-in-Chief of The Republic, and two others to chargesheet them in the case.
Centre asks states, UTs to negotiate with private labs, bring down test price
Incidentally, 182 private labs in the country make up 29 per cent of the total testing infrastructure. There are 428 government laboratories where Covid testing is currently taking place.
As Shramik Special trains ‘stray’, Railways notifies ‘route rationalisation’ to explain diversions
The diversions have been done so that trains are not held up at one place for hours without water and food, a senior Railways official told The Indian Express.
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation
HONG KONG, May 27 — Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, media reported today, a move that is likely to exacerbate concerns over freedoms in the financial hub. The news comes after Beijing last week proposed...
Man gets Federal Court’s nod to proceed with challenge of Selangor’s Shariah law criminalising unnatural sex
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Federal Court recently decided that it will proceed to hear a man’s constitutional challenge over a Selangor state law that makes it a Shariah offence to have unnatural sex, with the man’s legal challenge specifically on whether the Selangor state legislative...
‘Stop partying’, LA police warn Hollywood Hills neighborhood
LOS ANGELES, Ma 27 — Authorities in Los Angeles have warned residents of the city’s Hollywood Hills neighbourhood to tone down their house parties which have become a major problem during the global coronavirus pandemic. The issue has become so bad that police and the prosecutor’s office...
Navarro on Hong Kong: CCP Is Trying to 'Put Them in Concentration Camps' Like in Tibet and Xinjiang
On Tuesday's broadcast of the Fox News Channel's "The Story," White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro warned of the Chinese Communist Party trying to | Clips
Jim Acosta: Trump Lying About Link Between Vote-by-Mail, Voter Fraud
Jim Acosta took aim at President Donald Trump for accusing Twitter of election interference over their decision to fact-check his tweets.
CNN's Jeffrey Toobin: Twitter Should Delete Trump's Scarborough Tweets
Jeffrey Toobin advocated for Twitter to censor President Donald Trump's Twitter feed by deleting his tweets about Joe Scarborough.
Charles Hurt: Joe Biden's Record: 100% Wrong, 100% of the Time
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Nevada to reopen casinos June 4, welcoming tourists again | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
LAS VEGAS >> Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced tonight that he would allow casinos to reopen June 4, welcoming tourists to return to the glitzy gambling mecca of Las Vegas.
Trump pushes a conspiracy theory and falsely accuses a TV host of murder | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump smeared a prominent television host today from the podium in the Rose Garden with an unfounded allegation of murder.
Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio
The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.
Biden calls for 'thorough' federal investigation into killing of black man by Minneapolis police
Former Vice President Joe Biden called for a “thorough” FBI investigation into the killing of George Floyd, a black man who died shortly after his arrest by the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD).
Man busted with guns, stolen car and drugs one month after prison release
Ben Schultz, 32, pleaded guilty at the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Tuesday to eight charges.
Woman kidnapped, forced into car boot and dumped in Mt Pleasant
DETECTIVES ARE investigating a reported kidnapping in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday night. Detectives from the Ballarat Crime Investigation unit understand a 19-y...
Inspectors find Glasgow's Barlinnie jail 'not fit for purpose'
Inspectors say urgent improvements must be made to Glasgow's Barlinnie jail, which is not due to be replaced until 2025
SC seeks Centre's response on plea against restrictions on movement in NCR
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the Centre's response on a plea highlighting restrictions, due to sealing of borders, on movement for permissible activities in the national capital...
Maritime workers send palliatives to stranded foreign seafarers on Lagos waters
MARITIME Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN, has sent food items and other materials to the 18-man foreign crew onboard MT ORYX
FG grants ‘essential workers’ status to seafarers, dockworkers
AT the backdrop of the on-going curfew imposed by the government to curtail spread of coronavirus, the Federal Government, through the
In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets
For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning.
Man arrested over deadly arson at Japanese animation studio
Japanese police on Wednesday formally arrested a man on suspicion of an arson attack on an animation studio in Kyoto last year that killed 36 people, a police spokesman said.
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic
Vancouver resident Trixie Ling recalls her disgust and anger after a passing stranger taunted her with racial and sexual slurs in early May. Then he spat on her face.
Protesters in Minneapolis clash with police after death of black man officers had pinned down
Hundreds gathered to protest and express their anger over the death of a black man who died in police custody.
Covid-19 package — World and India
Thomas Carlyle called economics “a dismal science”. Multiple opinion production by dismal economic scientists continued into the 21st century.
Xi Jinping orders Chinese military to 'scale-up' battle preparedness, prepare for worst-scare scenarios as tensions build along India-China LAC
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising the worst-case scenarios, and asked them to resolutely defend the country's sovereignty.
Delhi court extends police custody of two Pinjra Tod members by 2 days in connection with communal violence in Northeast Delhi
The metropolitan magistrate extended the remand of JNU students and Pinjra Tod members Natasha Narwal and Devangana Kalita in the case after the police said custodial interrogation was required to unearth the conspiracy behind the case and identify other accused.
Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old
MELBOURNE — Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having shown symptoms of the disease for weeks but without getting tested, officials said on Wednesday.
Locust Alert In UP After Swarms Move Through Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh
At least 10 Uttar Pradesh districts were on alert Tuesday after swarms of locusts were spotted in Mahoba and Jhansi districts, moving into the state after attacking crops in neighbouring Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, officials said.
New video appears to show police forcing George Floyd out of his car moments before an officer knelt on his neck for 8 minutes, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - George Floyd was pinned down by an officer on Monday, during which he became unresponsive and later died.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Pence's press secretary Miller back to work after COVID-19 recovery
WASHINGTON, DC: US Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary Katie Miller said on Tuesday (May 26) she was back at work after recovering from ...
Google to gradually return to work as Apple reportedly plans to re-open more stores | ZDNet
'Googlers' will get $1,000 to make work from home life more accommodating.
India’s Covid count set to cross 1.5 lakh, fresh cases dip to 5.5k
India News: India’s count of Covid-19 cases was set to cross the 1.5 lakh mark, even as the number of fresh infections reported on Tuesday dropped slightly to its
Rajasthan: Tigress ST-12 gives birth to triplets once again at Sariska
Six-year-old tigress ST-12 has given birth to triplets one more time in Sariska Tiger Reserve (STR), making her the mother of six cubs born in differe
Government may get RBI to monetise deficit
India Business News: The Centre is likely to look at the option of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) monetising the deficit in the second half of the financial year, a senio
From Wall Street to Bethlehem, iconic sites reopen from virus
International Business News: Iconic world sites from the New York Stock Exchange to the Church of the Nativity reopened their doors on Tuesday from the coronavirus pandemic, but n
Joe Biden calls Trump a 'fool' for mocking masks during coronavirus pandemic
US News: Joe Biden has said that wearing a mask in public to combat the spread of the coronavirus is a sign of leadership and called President Donald Trump a "
Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio
The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.
Huawei CFO Meng Loses Key Court Argument in Fight Against Extradition To United States
Huawei's Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou has lost a key aspect of the trial on her extradition to the United States, a Canadian court announced on Wednesday. From a report: Meng, a Chinese citizen, was arrested in December 2018 on a warrant issued by U.S. authorities, who accuse her of bank fra...
Xi Jinping asks Chinese military to prepare for 'worst-case scenarios'
Jingping comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control
Trump hints at action against China over Hong Kong security law
US President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States was working on a strong response to China's planned national security legislation for Hong Kong, which would be announced before the end of the week.
Japan and EU back independent probe into WHO coronavirus response
In first online summit, leaders call 'global solidarity' crucial to fighting pandemic, but voice support for investigation into world health body.
Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time
Twitter labeled two tweets by U.S. President Donald Trump "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network
China labels Abe's claim on origin of COVID-19 a 'politicization' of the deadly virus
Beijing says it opposes "stigmatization" of disease's beginning after Japanese leader calls it a "fact" that illness "spread from China to the world."
Neighbours woken by 'explosion' as newly installed 5G mast 'destroyed by vandal'
The 5G mast had only been installed in Garston, Liverpool, at the start of the month, according to Merseyside Police. One neighbour said the mast's box was all but destroyed.
Meng case puts judge Heather Holmes in the international spotlight
On Wednesday, Associate Chief Justice Holmes will release a ruling in the extradition case of Chinese telecom executive Meng Wanzhou that could shape Canada-China relations for years to come
'Falsely masculine': Biden hits Trump over face masks as president calls them 'politically correct'
"Ok, you want to be politically correct. Go ahead," Trump told a reporter who wouldn't take his face mask off.
US says Russia sent jets to Libya 'mercenaries'
Russia urges peace talks as the US accuses it of meddling in the Libya conflict.
Hong Kong Protests
Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong before lawmakers later Wednesday debate a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city. Police massed outside the legislative building ahead of the meeting and warned protesters
Grassley unsatisfied with justification for IG firings
Senator Chuck Grassley said the White House's explanation for ousting inspectors general is insufficient.
'Potentially Misleading Information': In a First, Twitter Adds Fact-check Warnings to Trump's Tweets
The label was imposed on two tweets Trump posted on Tuesday claiming that "mail-in ballots will be anything less than substantially fraudulent" and would result in "a rigged election", Xinhua reported. It was the first time Twitter fact-checked Trump's tweets.
When Will Schools, Colleges Reopen? Read Government's Plan Here
"No such decision taken by MHA. All Educational institutions are still prohibited to open, throughout the country (sic)," the spokesperson tweeted.
Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio
The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.
Jerry Nadler in 2004: ‘Paper ballots are extremely susceptible to fraud’
If President Trump is seeking a high-ranking Democrat to side with him against mail-in election ballots – in a bid to build bipartisan opposition to the idea in Congress -- he could try contacting U.S. Rep. Jerrold Nadler.
Hannity calls out Biden for 'disturbing pattern of racial rhetoric' after ex-VP's 'you ain't black' remark
Sean Hannity opened his television show Tuesday by responding to the now-viral "trainwreck" Joe Biden interview with "The Breakfast Club" radio show in which the former vice president made his controversial "you ain't black" remark.
NYENDE: Why Nick Mwendwa's FKF tenure is destined to end in
In the NTV interview, Mwendwa blamed his woes on politics.
Coronavirus in India LIVE: COVID-19 tally in Madhya Pradesh mounts to 7,024 cases
Maharashtra continues to be the epicenter of the coronavirus spread
Limerick man appears in US court on rhino horn charges
A 30-year-old Limerick man who was extradited to the United States to face allegations of trafficking endangered rhinoceros horns has appeared in court in Texas.
Defence Forces 'may never return to intended strength'
The body representing Defence Forces Officer grades has warned that if immediate, significant retention initiatives are not implemented, the Defence Forces will not only never return to its target strength of 9,500, but will continue to decline.
UConn murder suspect Peter Manfredonia’s father recently arrested for groping teen girl
The father of the University of Connecticut student wanted in two murders was arrested last month for allegedly groping an underage teen girl he supplied booze to, a report said. The alleged incident
Trump is right to take jabs at Jeff Sessions: Goodwin
President Trump is a man of many feuds, some of them so petty, they defy defense. But in one of the biggest, he’s standing on the high ground. Trump and Jeff Sessions, his first attorney general,
Police rule out charging News Corp journalist Annika Smethurst
The political editor's home was raided last year as part of an investigation into leaked government documents.
White House defends, but does not explain, watchdog firings
WASHINGTON — The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, but the administration offered no new details about why they were let go.
Police surround Hong Kong legislature before anthem debate
HONG KONG — Police massed outside Hong Kong’s legislature complex Wednesday before lawmakers debate a bill that would criminalize abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.
2 more candidates in mayoral, council race file nomination papers
Keith Amemiya and Augie Tulba are both seeking political office.
New video appears to show police forcing George Floyd out of his car moments before an officer knelt on his neck for 8 minutes
A new video published by local news station KMSP on Tuesday appears to show two police officers forcefully removing George Floyd from his car in the moments before one of the officers knelt on the man’s neck.
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation: media reports
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, media reported on Wednesday, a move that is likely to exacerbate concerns over freedoms in the financial hub.
Coronavirus: Tamil Nadu’s tally crosses 18,000; Centre says India’s recovery rate now 42.4%
The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Centre to identify private hospitals where coronavirus patients could be treated for free or at minimum cost.
PM Modi chairs meeting with NSA, Chief of Defence Staff amid escalating tension with China
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the country’s military to scale up training and battle preparedness to face ‘worst-case scenarios’.
Amtrak set to cut up to 20% of workforce by October
Amtrak is preparing to cut up to 20% of its workforce in the next fiscal year as the national railroad continues to suffer from a huge decline in ridership...
Xi Jinping orders Chinese military to scale up battle preparedness
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up battle preparedness, keeping in mind the worst-case scenarios.
Mesa PD: Impairment suspected in fatal crash near Greenfield Road and Loop 202
Police say one of the occupants was able to free himself, but other three had to be extricated by firefighters.
Ohio State Insider Asked How Long It Would Take Urban Meyer To Build CFP Contender Again
An Ohio State insider was asked how long it would take Urban Meyer to build a College Football Playoff contender.
China legislation on Hong Kong could lead to US sanctions, says Trump administration
U.S. government officials have said the legislation would end the Chinese-ruled city's autonomy and would be bad for both Hong Kong's and China's economies.
India-China standoff: PM Modi meets NSA Doval, Chief of Defence Staff to discuss situation
It is learnt that the defence minister has already conveyed to top military brass that there was no need for reviewing the implementation of any of the key projects along the LAC in Ladakh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand or in Arunachal Pradesh
‘Russia passed COVID-19 peak’, says Putin; Orders World War II victory parade next month
After peaking in mid-May at more than 11,000 new cases per day, the number of daily infections has dropped below 9,000.
Close contacts of COVID-positive infirmary worker tested
Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has reported that 21 close contacts of a COVID-positive employee of the St Ann Infirmary have now been tested for the disease. According to Tufton, the close contacts have also been placed...
Florida Government Decides To Fire Its Data Chief Rather Than Be Honest About Its COVID Numbers
We were promised no more deaths by May 15th, but that hasn't happened. With no one 100% sure what the best options are going...
Donald Trump is supposed to lead by example but he is a fool: Joe Biden
Trump later retweeted a post that appeared to make fun of a photo of Biden in his mask, though he later said he didn't mean to be critical
Greece and Egypt talk tourism in post-pandemic era
Greece’s Tourism minister Harry Theoharis spoke with his Egyptian counterpart on Monday, where they discussed closer tourism collaboration in the
Oklahoma High Court Rules State Must Accept Signatures on Sentencing Ballot Measure
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ordered the state Tuesday to accept over 260,000 in signatures collected for a criminal justice reform ballot question that seeks to end sentence enhancements for nonviolent crimes.
Man arrested over deadly arson at Japanese animation studio
Japanese police formally arrest 42-year-old Shinji Aoba on suspicion of an arson attack on the Kyoto Animation studio last year that killed 36 people and injured dozens
Ram Temple trust chief offers prayers at shrine after 28 years
Ram temple trust chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das has offered prayers at the Ram Lalla shrine here on what is said to be his first visit to the makeshift temple in nearly three decades.
Fewer cancellations on second day of domestic flights
The second day of resumption of domestic flights witnessed fewer cancellations as more passengers took to the skies on Tuesday. Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said airports across the
Asian markets in retreat as China-US tensions return to fore
Markets are concerned about another flare-up in Hong Kong on a controversial security law
National's new agriculture spokesperson David Bennett accuses Government of using farmers to just 'pay the bills'
David Bennett took over the position of spokesperson after Todd Muller became the party's new leader.
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
SAN FRANCISCO, May 26 (Reuters) - Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.
Biden: Trump’s ‘an absolute fool’ for stoking face mask controversy
The US president retweeted an image that appeared to mock Biden wearing a mask in his first public appearance in months because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Samut Sakhon gets ready for thousands of returning migrant workers
The Nation/ANN - Samut Sakhon province is bracing for the 5,400 migrant workers set to return from Myanmar next month by demanding that employers arrange facilities for their 14-day quarantine. Provincial governor Veerasak Vijitsaengsri said the authorities and the private sector are confident they can control the spread of Covid-19 among migrant workers, who will return to work next month.
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation
The law has revived mass protests by demonstrators who say China aims to curb the freedoms enjoyed in Hong Kong, a global financial centre with broad autonomy.
Biden calls Trump a fool for mocking masks during pandemic
President Donald Trump has resisted wearing masks in front of cameras at series of public events, including on Memorial Day.
Resources under strain, Bengal calls for staggered return of migrants
The Trinamool Congress government has requested the Ministry of Railways not to send more than 15 trains a day.
Elgaar Parishad case: Navlakha moved to Mumbai from Tihar jail, family says not informed
Navlakha’s lawyers said they should have been informed and given an opportunity to be heard before shifting him to Mumbai, especially since his interim bail plea will be heard on Wednesday by the Delhi High Court.
Explained: Why Dominic Cummings, UK PM’s chief adviser, is under fire
Cummings was accused of violating lockdown rules in the UK when it was revealed that he drove approximately 419 kms, from London to County Durham, after his wife developed Covid-19 symptoms.
To reinstall trust of diaspora in government as effective rescuer, a Citizen Evacuation Policy is needed
When the central government finally decided to offer a helping hand, it opted to launch a paid repatriation mission rather than an evacuation mission (which is free of cost for the evacuee). Is this the time to extract a pound of flesh from disheartened, disappointed and fatigued Indians?
Online education must supplement, not replace, physical sites of learning
We have long ignored the vital role public educational institutions play as exemplary sites of social inclusion and relative equality. In Indian conditions, this role is arguably even more important than the scholastic role.
Kerala takes first step back to school with exams: 20 students to a hall
Kerala had all the guidelines in place when it became the first state in the country to resume the school board exams that were stalled by more than two months due to the ongoing Covid lockdown.
Experience with GST holds valuable lessons for One Nation One Ration Card
If done well, One Nation, One Ration Card, could lay the foundation of a truly national and portable benefits system that includes other welfare programmes like LPG subsidy and social pensions.
Uttar Pradesh is setting an example, dealing with pandemic with efficiency, firmness
It will be fascinating to watch how UP fares in general, and Adityanath in particular, in the coming months and years. If the response to the COVID-19 crisis is any barometer, we are in for exciting times.
Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong’s future
WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump yesterday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a “very interesting” US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion,...
11 Democrats Who Lied, on Twitter, About 'Fine People' in Charlottesville
Twitter does not apply the same standard to inaccurate or speculative claims by Democrats, like the Charlottesville "very fine people" hoax.
We’ve no deal with Akeredolu’s deputy – Ondo PDP
Peter Dada, Akure The Ondo State Peoples Democratic Party has denied entering into a deal to hand the party’s governorship ticket to the state deputy governor, Mr. Agboola Ajayi. There has been n...
Pelosi blasts House Republicans over lawsuit to halt proxy voting: 'Sad stunt'
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) late Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from House Republicans seeking to block the chamber from holding proxy voting, in which members vote for colleagues remotely on the
Police won't charge News Corp journalist Annika Smethurst
A year after her home was raided after she published a story on a government proposal to expand spying powers on Australian citizens, the AFP says the Walkley Award-winning journalist will not be charged.
[BREAKING] FBI: US Naval Base Terror Shooting Only Has One Shooter, No One Else
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) now throws the assumption that there were two suspects behind the Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Shooting. The agency confirms that only one shooter was behind the incident.
Sex racket busted in guesthouse
Six people, including two women, were arrested from a guesthouse in Greater Noida on Tuesday in a police raid that busted an alleged sex racket, officials said. Continue Reading →
Train, bus services to resume soon in Tamilnadu
The Tamilnadu government, which is planning more relaxations to the lockdown restrictions, is planning to resume the operation of public transport- train and bus services. Continue Reading →
‘Chennai may witness over 2 lakh Covid-19 cases if spread is not controlled’
While suggesting staggered exit from the lockdown, health experts have reportedly urged Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami to intensify testing in Tamilnadu, especially Chennai where Covid-19 cases are on a steady rise. Continue Reading →
Governments urged to designate air, sea personnel ‘key worker’
International Civil Aviation Organization, ICAO, joined the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime
Mumbai accounts for over 62% cases in Maharashtra: How can worst-hit Indian city stop spread of coronavirus
With 1,002 new cases on Tuesday, the number of those infected by coronavirus reached 32,791 in Mumbai. As numbers continue to rise, what is the plan to prevent the further spread of coronavirus, which has ravaged India’s financial capital? BMC Commissioner answers.
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation – Reuters
Citing the stories from the Chinese media outlets, RTHK and the South China Morning Post (SCMP) on Wednesday, Reuters reports that Beijing has widened
Kulgam sees rise in cases
There has been a sudden spike in Covid19 cases in this southern district in past 16 days since the stranded people started arriving from outside J&K.
Haven't been told about JKAP's role in Advisory Council by Centre: GH Mir
Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party senior leader Ghulam Hassan Mir Tuesday said they have not been officially informed about the Advisory council formation by
High Court for strict observance of child visitation rights
The High Court has directed J&K State Legal Service Authority (SLSA) to report whether courts in J&K are “applying the arrangements” as urged by
DGP sanctions Rs 69 lakh welfare loan, relief for 69 police personnel
Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh Tuesday sanctioned welfare loan of more than Rs 69 lakh of 69 police personnel. The assistance has been
15 flights arrive at Srinagar Airport in 2 days
As the passenger air traffic resumed on Monday two months after it was snapped following outbreak of covid19 in the country, fifteen flights with 1453
No let up in disinformation campaign on J&K: Lone
National Conference MP from Baramulla, Muhammad Akbar Lone on Tuesday criticized the statement of Union Minister of state, Jitendra Singh on new domicile
73 labourers from Poonch, Ramban stranded in Nepal
At least 73 labourers from Poonch and Ramban districts are stranded in Nepal for the last more than two months. These labourers accused the government of
Facilitate movement of doctors, paramedical staff: IGP directs police
Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar on Tuesday directed district police chief of Kashmir to facilitate the movement of doctors, medical
Round-up | Restrictions continue in Kashmir
Restrictions continue in Kashmir | In wake of COVID-19 lockdown, the restrictions on public movement and assembly continued in Kashmir even as no major law and order problem was reported
Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising worst-case scenarios and asked them to
Azad condoles demise of Sirwal
Senior Congress leader, Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday expressed grief over the demise of Bashir Ahmed Sirwal from Malanoo Kahara area of Doda district. Azad
JK panel submits report on 'seniority dispute' of KAS officers
A high-level official panel has submitted its report to the Jammu and Kashmir administration for mitigating the seniority dispute of a large number of
CMO Bandipora loses cool after police 'stop' his vehicle
Chief Medical Officer Bandipora was on Tuesday allegedly stopped by police when he was on way to perform his duty. A video has gone viral on the internet
Maharashtra government asks CID to re-investigate abetment of suicide case against Republic TV's Arnab Goswami
The Maharashtra government on Tuesday ordered reinvestigation by the CID into the suicide of a 53-year-old interior designer and his mother, allegedly over non-payment of dues by TV journalist Arnab Goswami and two others.
Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man
MINNEAPOLIS — Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.
Videos capture a chaotic scene as people protesting the death of George Floyd clash with police who deployed tear gas, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The conflict escalated as some protesters threw rocks and officers wearing riot gear deployed tear gas and flash grenades to disperse the crowds.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Trump is ‘displeased’ with China’s new security law for Hong Kong
US President Donald Trump is “displeased” with China’s new national security law for Hong Kong, the White House has said, amid rising tensions between Washington and Beijing in the wake of the coronav
PA blasts prayer restrictions in Cave of the Patriarchs - Middle East
PA accuses Israel of violating freedom of worship following restrictive measures decided upon in the Cave of the Patriarchs.
Tory protests over Dominic Cummings scandal are too little too late
Record View says the Scottish Tories are a branch office more concerned about party than country.
Armed cops storm Carstairs hospital after patient barricades himself in toilet with makeshift weapon
Staff at Carstairs called in help after the 24-year-old made an improvised weapon and threatened to stab the 'first person to come through the door'.
Scot traffic wardens swap issuing parking tickets for delivering vital coronavirus supplies
Rick and Nicola Stephens are delivering vital supplies such as food and medicine to at-risk households using their van.
Jackson Carlaw has failed his first test as Scottish Tory leader
Our Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says the MSP tried to dodge the Dominic Cummings scandal but got forced into a humiliating u-turn.
Give Ceasefire a Chance
At the end of April, the United Nations Assistance Mission (UNAMA) reported that
Trump says will announce reaction on Hong Kong tensions within days
WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 26) he will give a "very interesting" response within days to China's threat to ...
Trump says he will announce 'very interesting' reaction on Hong Kong tensions
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 26) he will give a "very interesting" response within days to China's threat to tighten ...
Lockdown 4.0: After May 31, states to have own curbs lists
India News: After the end of Lockdown 4.0 on May 31, the Centre may leave it to the states and Union territories to decide on future restrictions, to be imposed i
Path cleared for ICC elections, 2021 T20 World Cup 'likely' to remain in India
Cricket News: The members boards of the ICC came to a tacit understanding through a 2/3rd majority on Tuesday that incumbent chairman Shashank Manohar will not be a
How to drive away locust swarms and prevent your farms? MP DM has an answer
Locusts entered Rajasthan from Pakistan earlier this month, and then drifted into other parts of western India.Desert locusts are a regular feature in the country but on a very small scale
Bengaluru police inaugurates dog park for its canine squad
The dog park was inaugurated by Bhaskar Rao, Commissioner of Police, Bengaluru (city).A special demonstration of anti-terrorist dog warfare, vehicle hijacking, drug and bomb tracing by the canines were done
Twitter fact-checks Trump as US president cries vote meddling
Twitter has, for the first time, prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact -checkers.
Uber Eats deliverers in Japan involved in accidents as demand surges
Uber Japan Co., which runs the Uber Eats service in Japan, said it will further raise awareness about traffic safety among its delivery workers.
Coronavirus | Hong Kong high school students go back to class
Hundreds of secondary schools opened their doors on Wednesday for senior students, the first classes in the state sector since late January.
Coronavirus: Manipur tally goes up to 41 after two more test positive
Of these, 37 are active cases and four persons have fully recovered
Donald Trump furious as Twitter fact-checks his tweets for the first time
Twitter said Trumps claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact-checkers, with the US president then accusing the social network of "stifling" his free speech
Detroit ex-mayor Kilpatrick won't be leaving prison early
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who has served seven years of a 28-year sentence for corruption, has been turned down for home confinement during the coronavirus pandemic and won't be leaving prison early, the government said Tuesday. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons said it “reviewed and denied
Temples to Open in Karnataka From June 1, Fairs And Fests to Remain Restricted
Karnataka has over 34,000 temples that come under the Muzrai department.
2021 T20 World Cup to Stay in India, Australia May Host in 2022: Report
The decision was reportedly taken during an ICC chief executive meeting on Tuesday and Australia will now host the marquee event in 2022.
Judge who suggested woman 'close her legs' to prevent sexual assault removed from bench
A judge who suggested that a woman seeking a restraining order could "close your legs" to prevent a sexual assault was removed from the bench Tuesday by the New Jersey Supreme Court and permanently barred from presiding over a courtroom.
Ingraham: 'No good reason' to keep lockdowns in place except to hamstring economy ahead of election
Laura Ingraham opened Tuesday's "Ingraham Angle" by slamming Democrats, particularly proponents of coronavirus lockdowns, as Americans begin to benefit from the slow reopening of the country's economy.
Tennessee couple charged after child's skeletal remains found buried in back yard: report
A Tennessee couple was arrested on Monday and charged in the abuse of four children after the skeletal remains of a young girl were found buried in their back yard, according to multiple reports.
Twitter tags US President Donald Trump's tweets as 'potentially misleading' for the first time
Trump accused mail-in ballots, conducted in certain states, to be substantially fraudulent.
150,000 seafarers sign virtual global petition on crew stagnation
There is an ongoing global petition aiming to draw the attention of the general public to the problems of over 150,000 seafarers that cannot leave
Reps accuse NDDC of illegal spending, insist on probe
The House of Representatives yesterday described the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as a “corrupt” agency that had been engaging
Detroit ex-mayor Kilpatrick won't be leaving prison early
DETROIT — Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who has served seven years of a 28-year sentence for corruption, has been turned down for home confinement during the coronavirus pandemic and won’t be leaving prison early, the government said Tuesday.
Top executives of Exim Bank 'threatened', National Bank director, brother charged
A National Bank director and his brother have been accused of threatening two top executives of Exim Bank with death.
California salons, barbershops allowed to reopen, governor says
May 26 (UPI) -- Hair salons and barbershops in jurisdictions that meet specific health criteria will be allowed to reopen for business, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Tuesday, furthering easing restrictions in the first state to issue sweeping stay-at-home orders.
Videos captured a chaotic scene as people protesting the death of George Floyd clashed with police who deployed tear gas
Police officers on Tuesday evening clashed with hundreds of demonstrators who were protesting the death of a black man who died after a Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck.
Hong Kong's China national anthem bill aims to legislate 'respect'
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong’s legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China’s national anthem.
Hong Kong legislature surrounded by riot police ahead of expected protests
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hundreds of riot police took up posts around Hong Kong’s legislature overnight, as protests were expected on Wednesday over a bill criminalising disrespect of China’s national anthem and against plans by Beijing to impose national security laws.
Factbox: What people are saying about controversial legislation for Hong Kong
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong legislators are holding a debate on Wednesday over a bill that would require schools to teach China’s national anthem, organisations to play it and sing it, and anyone who disrespects it to face jail or fines.
Panama to relax coronavirus measures in second stage of re-opening
PANAMA CITY (Reuters) - The Panama government said on Tuesday that in June it will start to relax some measures imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, permitting sectors such as construction, nonmetallic mining and pharmaceuticals to resume operations.
Four Minneapolis officers opened fire after unarmed black man dies
Minneapolis: Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.
John Ratcliffe sworn in as US spy chief – Firstpostofindia
Washington – US Congressman John Ratcliffe from Texas has been sworn in as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), the country’s spy chief.
Hong Kong’s China National Anthem Bill aims to create ‘respect’
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Hong Kong’s legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China’s national anthem.
One lakh people completed quarantine period in Odisha; Death toll at 7
As many as 1 lakh people, mostly migrant workers returning from other states, have completed their quarantine period in Odisha, which continues
This novel set in Pakistan examines what blasphemy laws can do to a country and its people
An excerpt from ‘Blasphemy: The Trial of Danesh Masih’, by Osman Haneef.
IndiGo grounds crew for 14 days after passenger on Chennai-Coimbatore flight tests Covid-19 positive
This is the first case of a passenger testing positive after domestic flight services resumed on Monday.
Police chief kills toddler and grandmother in crash, allegedly while drunk driving
A chief of a police sub-precinct in Rembang, Central Java is under investigation for a car crash that killed a toddler and her grandmother, with witnesses of the incident saying that the cop seemed to be driving under the influence of alcohol at the...
MVA govt: Differences in perception but ‘no cracks’
Though the Uddhav Thackeray government is stable for now and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis has gone overboard in his criticism of the MVA leadership, there is no denying the different perceptions.
Mumbai Crime: 22-year-old youth becomes victim of 'sextortion'
On May 19, a 22-year-old youth residing in south Mumbai was mortified when his mother came to him after she received a sexually explicit video of her son on one of her social media accounts.
Mesa Public Schools weighing three options for reopening schools in August
The state is set to release its recommendations for reopening schools June 1 but districts are not waiting to come up with their contingency plans.
Police Use Tear Gas Against Protesters in Minnesota After Arrest Leaves Local Man Dead - Videos
The outrage was sparked by footage of a Minneapolis citizen handcuffed with a police officer pinning him to the ground with his knee on his neck. The man had repeatedly...
Twitter fact checks Trump's tweet, Trump says it is stifling free speech
Micro-blogging site Twitter has labeled some of US President Donald Trump's tweets as "potentially misleading" and Trump is certainly not happy with Twitter's new discovery.
In a Tight Corner
States finally have headroom to borrow more from the market. But there's a cost to it
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with alliance partners amid speculations of rift
Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi's statement is seen as a setback for the MVA government in Maharashtra where hectic politics is going on.
US Vice President Mike Pence’s press secretary returns to work after recovering from COVID-19
After Miller tested positive for the coronavirus on May 8, the White House implemented a new policy that required West Wing staff to wear face masks.
In Uttar Pradesh, 52 bats drop dead in 60 minutes on Tuesday
When Pankaj Shahi, owner of a mango orchard in Belghat area, saw a few bats lying dead in a nearby orchard on Tuesday, he informed the forest officials. By the time the forest team arrived, more bats dropped dead from the trees and the tally had gone up to 52.
India records 6,387 more COVID-19 cases; tally reaches 1,51,767
Among all states, Maharashtra has the highest number of COVID-19 cases with 54,758.
Pastor seeking ‘power’ to grow congregation killed by native doctor for ritual
According to available information, the pastor said he needed the power to draw worshippers to his church.
Navy hands over 42 suspected cultists to Cross River
Briefing newsmen on Tuesday in Calabar, the Commander of NNVS, Rear Admiral Vincent Okeke, said the suspects were arrested on Sunday through a tip off by concerned individuals.
Minister donates May salary to secure release of five inmates
The Minister made the donation while felicitating with the inmates as part of activities to celebrate this year’s Eid el-Fitr.
Kano speaks as viral video shows isolation alleged to be with patients empty + video
There had been reports that the isolation centre had become operational, with patients admitted, according to the author of the video
Brad Pitt: What Is Blowing His Mind About Daughter Shiloh Jolie-Pitt Turning 14
Shiloh Jolie-Pitt is going to have two loving 14th birthday celebrations while in quarantine, with dad Brad Pitt then with mom Angeline Jolie.
Brad Pitt: What Is Blowing His Mind About Daughter Shiloh Jolie Pitt Turning 14
Shiloh Jolie-Pitt is going to have two loving 14th birthday celebrations while in quarantine, with dad Brad Pitt then with mom Angeline Jolie.
Hong Kong high school students go back to class
Hundreds of secondary schools open their doors for senior students, the first classes in the state sector since late January
Palestinians need reason to win against occupation
There are multiple challenges of annexation and racism in Palestine
Government plan to protect seabirds criticised for not going far enough
The new plan requires all fishing vessels at risk of accidentally catching seabirds to have a risk management plan in place for protected species.
Warning over 'aggressive' cannibal rats struggling to find food in the US during pandemic
With people stuck at home, there's less rubbish left in the streets for rats to feed off.
'Some things were out of bounds': Fire chiefs 'gagged' on climate change warnings to government, inquiry told
Former fire chief Greg Mullins says climate change is causing "unprecedented" bushfires.
Residential building declines as government considers cash grants for new homes
There was already a decline in the home building industry before the coronavirus pandemic began, heaping pressure on the government to stimulate the sector.
Heat stress and death: Stakes high for 56,000 stranded sheep with cut-off date looming
The sheep are being cared for in a feedlot with ample food, water and monitoring, but their welfare is in doubt if they don't leave during the approved season.
Governors meet Wednesday over financial autonomy for states’ judiciary, legislature
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) will meet on Wednesday to discuss the issue of financial autonomy for the states’ judiciary and legislature ...
Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military
Xi's comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
Hong Kong braces for downtown protests on China-backed laws
Protests are planned for Wednesday near the Legislative Council building in central Hong Kong, where lawmakers plan to hold a hearing on a bill that would criminalize disrespect toward China’s national anthem.
Trump thinks in-person G7 summit would be great example of reopening after Covid
Donald Trump, who is head of the G7 this year, has said an in-person summit would be a symbol of the United States and other countries seeking to return to normal.
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June
WELLINGTON, May 27 — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said today a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June. The neighbours have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both...
Technical glitch shuts down MACC Twitter account
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today denied that it had shut down its official Twitter account, explaining that the missing account is due to a “technical issue”. In a brief statement today, MACC said it had already notified Twitter of this issue...
Coronavirus outbreak at S.Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases
SEOUL, May 27 — South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days today, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility. The Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported 40...
Pelosi: We Want 'Every Eligible Voter' to Get a Ballot Mailed to Them, Return Postage Paid
Tuesday, during an appearance on MSNBC's "All In," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) laid out her vision for a vote-by-mail scheme incentivized by the | Clips
Twitter Has Not Fact-checked Adam Schiff's False Claims of 'Russian Collusion'
Twitter's new policy evidently does not extend to Democrats like Adam Schiff, who claimed Russian "collusion" even after the Mueller report.
400 Hawaii National Guard troops coming off coronavirus duty | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The number of Hawaii National Guard troops on federal active duty for the coronavirus pandemic will drop early next week from 1,200 to 800 as part of a Pentagon “right-sizing” and “hard stop” planned June 24 for the deployment of almost 46,000 citizen soldiers nationwide, officials said.
Police brutalise, detain Lagos officials during enforcement
Samson Folarin Some riot policemen serving as security operatives on the site of an ongoing building construction on Olumide Madariola Street, Sea Side Estate, Badore Ajah, Lagos, have allegedly a...
How 32-year-old traveled from Turkana to Eastleigh and back despite lockdown, roadblocks
The refugee has since tested positive for Coronavirus
'Fight for every job': University union on war footing
A day after Scott Morrison urged all sides to 'lay down their weapons', the university staff union have threatened widespread industrial action.
Why the White House is now asking 'who lost Australia?'
Some Washington insiders worry that Australia is fallen into China's orbit. The reality is that any claim is fair game in America's political warfare.
Why the US hawks are now asking 'who lost Australia?'
Some Washington insiders worry that Australia has fallen into China's orbit. The reality is that any claim is fair game in America's political warfare.
Quarantine-Free Flights From Australia Could Start Within Weeks
An air-travel corridor between Australia and New Zealand could be trialed within weeks, a key test of how international flights worldwide can resume while the coronavirus threat remains.
Twitter labels Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for first time
Twitter labelled two of United States President, Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday.
Herdsmen/bandits attacks: We’ll take our destiny in our hands — Delta govt
As herdsmen attacks persist in Delta State, the state government has changed its policy of waiting for the Federal Government
US accuses Russia of sending jets to Libya to back mercenaries
Russia recently sent fighter jets to Libya to support Russian mercenaries fighting for strongman Khalifa Haftar in the long-running conflict.
Passenger on Delhi-Ludhiana Air India flight tests positive for coronavirus, 40 others quarantined
A passenger on a Delhi-Ludhiana Air India flight on Tuesday tested positive for coronavirus. Air India has said 36 passengers and 4 crew members have been quarantined in Punjab.
Democrats demand their own slice of anti-media action
Conservatives have been complaining for years they don't get a fair shake out of the news media. Now, Democrats are griping too.
More than a quarter of Democrats plan remote voting this week
Dozens of House Democrats have signaled they will vote remotely this week under a historic change that will, for the first time, allow proxy voting to pass legislation.
Democrats' big-city dominance leaves GOP with few alternatives to move Trump convention
President Trump’s threat to move the Republican convention could run headlong into the same political and logistical stumbling blocks motivating the GOP to consider yanking the event from Charlotte, North Carolina — Democratic elected officials.
Snakebite murder: Postmortem report handed over to investigation team
The detailed postmortem report of Uthra was handed over by the officials of Medical College Hospotal, Thiruvananthapuram, to the Crime Branch team investigating her death on Tuesday.
Officials come to the rescue of migrants stranded in Hosur
When TNIE reported the issue to Hosur RDO T Kumaresan and tahsildar G Venkatesan, they asked the Hosur VAO to take them to a shelter and provide them with food.
Karnataka set for reboot, but Covid rise a worry
The spike in Covid-19 positive cases over the last few days has become a cause for concern for Karnataka which is preparing to exit the lockdown and restart all economic activities.
‘Call taxis ready to install fiber glass partition and ply’
The association said about 25,000 drivers have been struggling to make ends meet owing to the lockdown.
Coronavirus outbreak at S.Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases
SEOUL — South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.
Winnipeg youth sentenced for violent attack, judge wonders if people feel safe
WINNIPEG — A Winnipeg boy has been handed the maximum youth sentence for a violent attack and robbery of women at a Winnipeg mall.
Industrial land ready in Maharashtra for business operations: Subash Desai
The Maharashtra government has kept ready 40,000 acres of industrial land along with all amenities, including road connectivity, for companies to come in and start their business operations, State In
All educational institutions still prohibited to open: MHA
Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Tuesday night denied the reports which claimed that MHA has permission to all the states to open the schools. “No such decision has been taken by the MHA. All educati
Nasrallah mocks Gantz: He has experience with disappointment in Lebanon - Middle East
Hezbollah leader says Israel is "a racist state" that will "disappear".
Hezbollah chief rejects US pressure to beef up role of UN peacekeepers
The head of the Lebanese Shiite movement Hezbollah Tuesday rejected a US request to empower a UN peacekeeping force patrolling the border with Israel.
Plans for new activity centre
Vernon city council gave support to the plans for a proposed new active living centre at Kin Race Track.
52 bats drop dead in 60 minutes in this town of Uttar Pradesh
Within hours, people in Gorakhpur and adjoining areas were in a state of panic.People have their own reasons for the panic - some logical, some illogical
How govt is deploying drones to pursue locusts as swarms destroy swathes of crop
Drones, tractors and cars have been sent out to track the voracious pests and spray them with pesticides.Eight to 10 swarms, each measuring around a square kilometre are active in parts of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36
Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a man suspected of burning down a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.
Excerpts: When Afghanistan was still considered the 'just war'
My arrival coincided with a season of returns. Before I came to Kabul, I had met Afghan refugees who had fled during the Taliban rule to Delhi. They had been part of an exodus that commenced in the 1970s, at the onset of the country's spiral of conflict.
Trump says he wants full Afghanistan pullout but sets no timeline
President Donald Trump on Tuesday renewed his desire for a full military withdrawal from Afghanistan but added that he had not set a target date, amid speculation he might make ending the United States's longest war part of his re-election campaign.
Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial
Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise "abuse" of China's national anthem.
7 Big Little Lies Of The Modi Government’s Coronavirus Economic Relief
HuffPost India spoke to experts and read the fine print to find the Modi government has failed to put its money where its mouth is.
Cab, bus operators transporting migrants illegally
Multiple FIRs have been registered, says Gurugram Deputy Commissioner
Constables thrash 65-year-old woman, daughters
Police claim women were raising a jhuggi on govt. land; victims allege policemen demanded money
12 policemen among 33 new cases reported in Gurugram
Thirty-three fresh COVID-19 cases were reported in Gurugram on Tuesday, taking the total to 317. This is the highest single-day jump in cases in the city so far. Among the newly infected are 12 police
'Some things were out of bounds': Fire chiefs 'gagged' on climate change warnings to government, inquiry told
Former fire chief Greg Mullins says climate change is causing "unprecedented" bushfires.
Residential building declines as government considers cash grants for new homes
There was already a decline in the home building industry before the coronavirus pandemic began, heaping pressure on the government to stimulate the sector.
From Wall Street to Bethlehem, iconic sites reopen from virus
NEW YORK: Iconic world sites from the New York Stock Exchange to the Church of the Nativity reopened their doors … From Wall Street to Bethlehem, iconic sites reopen from virus Read More »
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June. The neighbours have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both have slowed the spread
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness
Two hikers rescued in the New Zealand wilderness Wednesday got lost in fog and exhausted their food but survived 18 days with only minor injuries, police said. Jessica O’Connor and Dion Reynolds, both 23, had hiked into the sprawling Kahurangi National Park on May 9, intending to be gone for about five
Panic After 200 Bats Found Dead in Bihar Village, Swab Samples Sent to Patna For Testing
The villagers were apprehensive as bats have been linked to the raging coronavirus pandemic, however, the exact reason for their death can only be ascertained after getting medical reports
Protesters clash with Minneapolis police after George Floyd’s death
Chaos broke out on Tuesday night in Minneapolis as protesters took to the streets to demand action after the death of George Floyd in police custody a day earlier.
Texas Lt. Gov. Patrick bashes Twitter, Dems over mail-in voting: 'If they get it, it's the end of democracy'
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick admonished Democrats for pushing mail-in voting Tuesday, telling "The Ingraham Angle" Tuesday that such measures would be "the end of democracy" if they were ever enacted.
Traffic jam eases after police eject protesting truckers
The drivers were protesting against harassment by Ugandans
Health workers not ready to deal with virus
As the coronavirus spreads, the spotlight now shifts to preparedness in hospitals across the country.
When will schools, colleges reopen? Here's clarification from Centre
New guidelines issued by the central government pertaining to Lockdown 4.0 remain enforced.
Twitter is 'interfering' in US election, 'stifling' free speech, alleges Trump
On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to Trump's tweet that called mail-in ballots "fraudulent" and predicted that "mail boxes will be robbed".
NC coronavirus cases surge as Trump demands full-capacity GOP convention
North Carolina is grappling with a steady surge in new coronavirus cases as President Trump demands the state to accommodate a full-capacity Republican convention. The number of infected residents
'Some things were out of bounds': Fire chiefs 'gagged' on climate change warnings to government, inquiry told
Former fire chief Greg Mullins says climate change is causing "unprecedented" bushfires.
Residential building declines as government considers cash grants for new homes
There was already a decline in the home building industry before the coronavirus pandemic began, heaping pressure on the government to stimulate the sector.
Ryanair calls on State to end ‘ineffective’ quarantine for overseas travellers
O’Leary says Republic should follow other EU countries and lift restriction from July 1st
Man arrested over deadly 2019 arson at Japan's Kyoto Animation
TOKYO (Reuters) - A Japanese man suspected of killing 36 people and injuring dozens in an arson attack at an animation studio last July was arrested on Wednesday after spending 10 months in hospital for treatment.
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June.
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June. The neighbors have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both have slowed the spread of…
Tuju Sounds Warning After Murkomen Rejects Senate Post [VIDEO]
Jubilee's effort to console disgruntled members backfired as Senators Murkomen and Cherargei declined to...
LETTER: Mail-in ballots work well — with safeguards
Why do Nevada Democrats want to get rid of those precautions?
VICTOR JOECKS: Churches, DOJ push back on Sisolak’s discriminatory ban on worship services
Gov. Steve Sisolak’s lockdown orders have been unconstitutionally discriminatory against places of worship.
ATO flags regional office closure
The Australian Taxation Office has begun consultations on plans to shut down its Geelong office.
Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump’s tweets for the first time
Donald Trump accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election and claimed it was ‘completely stifling free speech’.
Are you really sure? Spokesman Roque says school enrollment to start in June
Will the Philippine government make up its mind, please After President Rodrigo Duterte said that he doesn't want children to return to school due to the COVID-19 pandemic, here comes another member of his team contradicting what he said...
PM Modi to Rahul Gandhi, leaders pay tribute Jawaharlal Nehru on his 56th death anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and others paid tributes to Jawaharlal Nehru on his 56th death anniversary on Wednesday.
LNA Surprised by Claims of 'Russian Aircraft' in Libya - Spokesman
CAIRO (Sputnik) - The Libyan National Army (LNA) believes the US military's statements about the alleged arrival of Russian military aircraft in Libya are strange, LNA...
Trump Calls On House Republicans to Vote Against FISA Renewal Bill
On 14 May, the US Senate passed a bill by a single vote that gives government agencies such as the FBI and CIA the right to access citizens' browsing histories without...
The Hidden Flaws of Voting by Mail: Why GOP Sues California Governor Newsom
The vote-by-mail initiative pushed ahead by Democratic-controlled California has prompted a new wave of partisan strife with the Republicans over potential voter fraud....
China-Hong Kong standoff: Riot police shield Legislative Council as protests heat up
Police said they had arrested at least 16 people, aged 14-40, involved in crimes including possession of offensive weapons, possession of tools for illegal use and dangerous driving
Suspect arrested over deadly arson attack at Japanese animation studio: Report
He is also accused of attempted murder over the injuries of 34 people, and possessing knives on the street without legitimate reasons, in violation of Japan's strict laws on weapons.
ICMR removes Rs 4,500 price cap for COVID-19 tests, asks states to negotiate with private labs
The ICMR has said, since the production of indigenous test kits like ELISA which was developed by National Institute of Virology, India is no more solely dependent on imported testing kits.
Survey: Hanover bars and taverns doing well
WESTERN BUREAU: MASHARIO BISSASOR, the Social Development Commission’s (SDC) parish manager for Hanover, says that based on the ongoing survey being undertaken in the parish, the bars and taverns have been meeting the standard outlined to combat...
Government has come good for the farming sector – Fulton
WESTERN BUREAU: JAMAICA AGRICULTURAL Society (JAS) President Lenworth Fulton has said the Government has come good for the agricultural sector, having set aside J$1 billion in the 2020-2021 Budget to keep the sector afloat amid the onset of COVID-...
Ship workers may suffer PTSD, Alexis warns
Jamaica should brace for a large-scale mental-health fallout among returning cruise ship crew members after being stranded on the high seas for weeks, Dr Shane Alexis, the People’s National Party’s junior health spokesman, has warned. Alexis, who...
Pastor hacked to death in St Elizabeth
WESTERN BUREAU: RESIDENTS OF Top Hill in Junction, St Elizabeth, are in shock after the partially decomposed body of a popular pastor was found at his home on Sunday with multiple chop wounds. The murdered church leader has been identified as 40-...
Tory privatisation is at the heart of the UK's disastrous coronavirus response
From PPE to care homes, this crisis has exposed the pernicious role of corporate power in public policy, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
‘My mum said, “Why are the police arresting you? You must have done something”: the scandal behind TV's new Windrush drama
The BBC’s Sitting in Limbo tells howAnthony Bryan was sacked, arrested and threatened with deportation. The reporter who broke the story talks to his family and friends about their years of misery
Twitter labels Trump's tweets as misleading, US President hits back
Twitter's decision is likely to raise further questions about its willingness to consistently apply the label to other Trump's tweets
Covid-19 lockdowns: California eases pandemic restrictions, NYSE reopens
While lifting the ban on services at places of worship, the California governor limited the number of people who can gather at one time to 25 percent of a building's capacity
Hundreds more security forces sent to the Greek-Turkish border
The Armed Forces and the Hellenic Police are on full alert and vigilant after the new barrage of challenges from Turkey against Greece.
Four Minneapolis Officers Fired After Death of Black Man
Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.
How Modi Failed the Pandemic Test
The starkest failure of the Indian government’s coronavirus strategy has been the devastation it imposed on the country’s workers.
Agriculture department claims Pakistan is the new breeding spot of locusts
BR Kadwa, the deputy director of the agriculture department said that Pakistan has become a new breeding ground of desert locusts that are entering Rajasthan from adjoining areas in Pakistan.
Super spreader: Kerala slams Centre for trains sent without heads-up
Kerala government has raised objections to the handling of special trains by the Railways ministry, saying its method of sending trains without prior information could derail the state's protocol to control the coronavirus.
Amy Cooper: White woman who called police on black man, fired from job
Amy Cooper, the white woman who called police on a black man in the United States of America pretending she was in a distressing situation, has been fired from her job. "Following our internal review of
Otago dairy farming company fined $270,000 after worker suffers spinal injury
It was also ordered to pay the worker more than $45,000.
Review into escape from Rimutaka Prison reveals flaws in Corrections' practice
"This incident was unacceptable and this should not have occurred."
Man charged with murder of woman whose body was found bound in Sydney park
UPDATE @ 3.55 PM | A 51-year-old man has now been charged over the alleged murder of Sydney woman Nicole Cartwright, whose body was found near a children’s playground at Hunter’s Hill almost two years…
Federal Court says VicForests unlawfully logged rare possum habitat
In a landmark ruling Federal Court delivers scathing criticism of the way Victoria’s state logging agency manages the habitat of two rare marsupials.
Bushland wins last-minute reprieve from developers
The Federal Court has ordered the developer of a planned housing estate in threatened woodland on the NSW South Coast to halt work.
Twitter Adds Fact-Check to Trump Tweet for 1st Time
Trump condemned the action taken by Twitter and claimed the company was "interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election"
Leaders at UBA Africa Day seek economic recovery
Global leaders have emphasised the need for strong collaborations between governments and the private sector to achieve quick recovery for African....
Tackling evils of fake news, hate speech - The Nation Nigeria
A new study has emphasised the need to counter the advent of fake news and hate speech in Nigeria as well as stem the surge and its damaging ..
Coronavirus updates: Cases climb to 1,51,767, death toll now 4,337
MP Raj Bhavan declared containment zone as 6 test positive; Mizoram churches offer halls as quarantine facilities
Ireland could see 'repeated lockdowns and wide financial distress' during three-year recession
The virus may see our national debt soar by 60%
Schools, colleges still not allowed to open: MHA
All educational institutions have been shut since mid-March -- some of them from March 25 when the nationwide lockdown started -- to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic.
Explained: Why Donald Trump wants the US to exit the Open Skies Treaty
The exit from the Open Skies Treaty is the most recent example of important pacts Washington has stepped away from during the Trump presidency, including the Paris Agreement and the Iran nuclear deal.
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur, netizens share frightening videos of ‘attack’
While the state government has deputed many teams in order to control the attack by the crop-devouring insects, the incident has left people worried, with many taking to social media to express their concern.
Policeman among 25 motorcyclists compounded for violating CMCO, says Sarawak deputy police chief
KUCHING, May 27 — A policeman was among 25 motorcyclists from Kota Samarahan who were compounded for violating the conditional movement control order (CMCO) in Simunjan yesterday afternoon, state deputy police chief Commissioner Datuk Dev Kumar said today. He said the group of motorcyclists was...
Twitter Fact-checker Claimed Trump Admin Are 'ACTUAL NAZIS'; Mocked 'Fly Over' States
Yoel Roth, the Twitter official in charge of its fact-checking policy, has tweeted that members of the Trump administration are "Nazis."
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
TOKYO >> Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.
Promoter, alcohol vendor under investigation after large, illegal beach parties broken up on Oahu | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The Honolulu Liquor Commission and law enforcement agencies are investigating two businesses that may have organized and profited from massive parties that violated COVID-19 emergency rules, liquor, and permitting laws, over Memorial Day weekend at Waimea Bay Beach Park and Kaena Point State Park.
Bridgnorth welcomes it's new mayor
The new mayor of Bridgnorth has been officially welcomed via an online council meeting.
Why Rivers went tough on errant hotels —Wike
Chukwudi Akasike and Sampson Itode, Port Harcourt Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has explained why the state shut down hotels in the state. Wike spoke on Tuesday when executive members of th...
Stop North-East troops from using phones, Rep tells DHQ
Leke Baiyewu, Abuja The Vice-Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence, Mr Ade Adeogun, has criticised troops who record their activities in the wa...
Senator Murkomen’s response after Jubilee appointed him for new role in senate
Changes made in the Senate saw Ruto's allies removed from Committee Chairmanship positions
Trump tweets are now labelled as “potentially misleading”
On the 26th May, Twitter labeled two tweets from United States President Donald Trump as “potentially misleading”. This is the first time Twitter has fact-checked the president, after announcing last month that they would remove tweets making unverified claims that could “incite people to action and cause widespread panic, social unrest or large-scale disorder”.
How NSW released COVID data by postcode
NSW is using an innovative data privacy check to allow the quick release of daily local COVID-19 data without it being re-identified afterwards.
Chicago to reopen trading floor with masks
New York stock exchange floor traders had to sign a waiver that prevents them from suing the exchange if they are infected there.
Plus Two answer papers evaluation begins in TN, over 40,000 teachers involved
Evaluation of class 12 public exam answer papers, which got delayed due to Covid-19 induced lockdown, commenced across Tamilnadu, except Chennai, from this morning. Continue Reading →
No locusts danger to Tamilnadu: Govt
The Tamilnadu government today said locusts which have invaded northern parts of India are unlikely to enter the State and the situation is being monitored continuously. Continue Reading →
Rs 15,000 crore worth MoUs to be signed in TN today
Even before the lockdown could fully be lifted, Tamilnadu is today set to sign MoUs with multiple companies which are keen to invest in the State. Continue Reading →
Uncovering the atrocious plot to tarnish mr Adesina’s legacy at Africa’s apex bank
The African Development Bank is currently gearing up for another leadership election.The current President, Adesina, is already dealing
EU’s Borrell: To weigh 'robust' message to China over Hong Kong issue
The European Union (EU) Foreign Affairs Minister Josep Borrell said that the Union is considering weighing 'robust' message to China over the Hong Kon
Chinese state TV could face fine in UK for biased HK coverage
CTGN in hot water for only showing pro-China viewpoint
Traffic free zone for Clifton Village sparks concern from businesses
Business leaders fear temporary plans to pedestrians parts of Clifton Village could become permanent - and damage trade
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:President fact-checkedTwitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in U.
Shiv Sena hints at split in Maharashtra BJP
Asserting that the Uddhav Thackeray-led government in Maharashtra is stable, Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana on Wednesday hinted that a chunk of BJP MLAs in the State might shift loyalties to the ruling
Covid-19 fallout: Lower capex by states to weigh on EPC sector
As a result of the disruption caused by Covid-19, States staring at huge revenue deficits could reduce capital expenditure, thereby impacting the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) sector
Russia Reports Record One-Day Rise in Coronavirus Deaths
Russia said on Tuesday 174 people with the coronavirus had died in the past 24 hours, a record one-day amount that pushed the nationwide death toll to 3,807.
Trump Considering Full Troop Pullout from Afghanistan
The US President Donald Trump on Tuesday at a White House news conference renewed his desire for a full military withdrawal from Afghanistan, Reuters reported.
After shortages, Britain opens new protective equipment supply lines
LONDON: Britain said on Tuesday (May 26) it had agreed deals with more than 100 new suppliers of personal protective equipment (PPE) used to ...
SpaceX readies for blast-off with NASA astronauts aboard
KENNEDY SPACE CENTRE: Gray skies loomed over Florida's Atlantic coast on Tuesday (May 26), just one day before two astronauts were set to blast ...
Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram
India Business News: The Congress, after rejecting the govt's economic package announced to revive the economy, has said that sooner than later the govt will accept the su
Covid-19: Places of worship, religious institutions in South Africa to reopen from June 1
Rest of World News: South Africa has been under a nationwide lockdown since March 27. The president had last month announced a five-phase plan to gradually ease the lockd
Spain starts 10 days of mourning
The Spanish government has declared 10 days of mourning, starting on Wednesday, for the nearly 27,000 people who have died from coronavirus in Spain, the longest official mourning period in the country's four-decade-old democracy, the Guardian writes. Fla...
Lobbyist register to be tightened after Monsanto case
The EU's joint-transparency register lists thousands of lobbyists and what they spend or earn trying to shape EU legislation. New and clearer rules set for launch at the end of the year may lead to more realistic figures.
Two officers shot, one flown to hospital after shootout in Anson County, three suspects at-large
The vehicle came to a stop in the Myrtlewood Apartments complex off Myrtlewood Drive. There, the officers and the suspects exchanged gunfire.
Police arrest suspect in deadly Kyoto Animation arson attack
The arrest comes 10 months after the studio in Kyoto was set on fire, killing 36 people and injuring 33 others.
Chinese team summits Everest amid bid to remeasure peak
The ascent, reported by Chinese state media, comes after both China and Nepal canceled the spring climbing season on the mountain that straddles their border.
Youth panel’s complaint redressal goes online
The Kerala State Youth Commission’s complaint redressal procedure has gone online in the wake of the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.The first complaint was from V.R. Rahul of Varanad, Cherthala, throu
Kerosene-filled bottle hurled at policeman’s house in Madurai
There were no injuries or damage reported, and police are investigating the case
Gunmen on motorcycles kill two Pakistani policemen in Islamabad
Attack reportedly claimed by Hizbul Ahrar, a splinter group of the Pakistani Taliban
Two horses trained by Bob Baffert reportedly fail drug tests
One horse, Charlatan, is an undefeated colt that is considered to be a top contender for the Belmont Stakes on June 20
Philippine children have been traumatised by abusive drugs war, says Human Rights Watch probe
Thousands of children in the Philippines have suffered lasting physical, emotional and economic harm from the brutal drugs war instigated by Rodrigo Duterte, the Philippine president, according to an investigation released by Human Rights Watch on Wednesday. The disturbing report, which documents the
Council facing complaints over suspension of grass cutting services
Grass cutting services have been suspended in a Black Country borough sparking complaints from residents.
Reports: Two horses trained by Bob Baffert test positive for banned substance
Two horses from the barn of trainer Bob Baffert, including a top contender for the Belmont Stakes, have tested positive for the banned substance lidocaine, according to multiple reports.
Elders, Rift MPs differ on how to reconcile Uhuru, Ruto
Myoot elders say fielding two presidential candidates will be detrimental to the community.
Chinese President Xi Jinping orders army to scale up military training, anticipates 'worst case scenarios': Report
Top military sources told Zee News that India has further increased its strength in Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley
Chinese President Xi Jingping orders army to scale up military training, anticipates 'worst case scenarios': Report
Top military sources told Zee News that India has further increased its strength in Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse rally
Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the city as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.
Twitter labels two Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated'
Twitter has labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over some of his questionable posts.
House survey identifies 13k with Covid-19, ILI and SARI symptoms in Karnataka
The Karnataka health department has identified about 13,341 persons with Covid-19, ILI and SARI symptoms during the door-to-door health survey done through teachers, staff and booth-level officers over the past few days.
No bar on labour movement: UP ministers, officials
Ministers and government officials in UP clarified that Adityanaths statement calling for “permission by states to employ manpower from UP” was just an “expression of his concern” and that the state did not intend to restrict movement of workers.
Bushland wins last-minute reprieve from developers
The Federal Court has ordered the developer of a planned housing estate in threatened woodland on the NSW South Coast to halt work.
Call to halt depletion of Defence Forces
The next government must draw up a six-point plan to reinvigorate the ever-depleting Defence Forces, which are now at their lowest strength for more than 50 years, a former senior army officer has urged.
The Queen 'gives Boris Johnson green light to exercise at Buckingham Palace'
The Daily Telegraph said the Prime Minister has been allowed to make use of the palace grounds, amid security concerns over his practice of running in public spaces
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill
Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations. Police also surrounded the Legislative Council where a bill was due to be debated that would criminalize disrespect of…
Why I Ditched Ruto's Camp - MP Ole Sankok Reveals [VIDEO]
The lawmaker who had long been a vocal supporter of the Deputy President made an abrupt u-turn after the...
DPP Haji Explains Setback on Corruption Cases From EACC
The DPP has been on the frontlines of having culprits brought to book on corruption charges, but even he could not...
EDITORIAL: Gov. Steve Sisolak lifts more restrictions amid ‘35-day downward trend’
Welcome news for workers, business owners.
BJP’s cynical drive to topple Maharashtra government amidst Covid crisis fits the Amit Shah playbook
Shah built the party only to seek power, no matter how opportunistic the path.
5 New Cases of Coronavirus reported in Meghalaya -
The coronavirus, which originated from China, has spread to every corner of the world today and India is also dealing
Bali talks of ‘new era’ as island prepares for eased travel restrictions amid pandemic
As talk of a so-called “new normal” begins to creep into the national discourse here in Indonesia, tourism players in Bali are reportedly drafting guidelines for health protocols with views abound that the time after COVID-19 will establish a...
Johor mall reopens less than 24hrs after shutdown order
Aeon Mall Tebrau City was ordered to close for a week due to safe distancing, lack of sanitizers.
Banned Together: Iranian Ships in Venezuela Defy US Blockade
The arrival of the Iranian fuel vessels on the Venezuelan coast shows that there is an alternative to the US-imposed "world imperative", Venezuelan analyst Sergio...
Pakistan will not stand by and let another Gujarat happen: Qureshi
FM reiterates Islamabad's commitment against anti-Muslim sentiments in India
Chinese President Xi Jinping tells military to ramp up battle preparedness
Xi ordered the military to think about worst-case scenarios, scale up training and battle preparedness, promptly and effectively deal with all sorts of complex situations and resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests
Coronavirus in Mizoram: 168 churches offer halls to be used as quarantine facility
Of these, 1,940 people are quarantined at government designated facilities, 414 at church halls, 163 placed under home quarantine and seven others are lodged at hotel on their own expense
‘Scale up battle preparedness’: Xi Jinping to Chinese military amid tensions with India, US
The US-China military frictions are also on the rise with the US navy stepping its patrols in the disputed South China Sea as well as the Taiwan Straits.
75 more Maharashtra policemen test positive for COVID-19 in 24 hours
Out of the total cases, 849 police personnel have recovered from the infection and 1,095 cases are still active.
COVID-19: Maharashtra reported the highest number of deaths in a single day
Maharashtra on Wednesday reported a dip in COVID-19 cases as compared to the massive spike the state witnessed earlier this week.
'America's Got Talent' Investigation Reveals "Culture of Diversity"
Former host Gabrielle Union alleged she experienced racial insensitivity and toxic culture on the NBC unscripted hit.
Trump's devoted new press secretary is no different from her predecessors
Kayleigh McEnany offered a straight-faced defence of Trump’s wildest conspiracy theories during a Tuesday briefing
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic
Vancouver police are investigating 29 anti-Asian incidents over the past two months, 7 times more than the same period last year
To get China to budge, India brings in its best 3
The Chinese had created similar problems during the Doklam issue and it was finally up to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's crack team to sort out the issue. With talks failing, it would now be up to National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Raw
Allow reopening of religious places: Yediyurappa appeals to Centre
Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting that Karnataka be allowed to reopen temples, mosques, churches and other religious places.
Very powerfully, Trump says as he threatens action against China on Hong Kong
US President, Donald Trump said that he would take action this week, but did not give further details. We are doing something now. I think you would find it very interesting. But I would not be talking about this today, Trump told reporters.
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic
Spitting and violent attacks, to verbal assaults and vandalism of Chinese cultural sites
Man allegedly kills 8-year-old daughter, buries her secretly
A 39-year-old man identified as Jackson Mbabazi has been arrested by police in Kagadi, Uganda for allegedly killing his 8-year-old daughter and burying her secretly. The suspect, a resident of Kinyasi, Nyamwezi Parish, Mabira Sub County,
HK leader maintains new security laws won't hurt rights, freedoms
HONG KONG: Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said yesterday that Beijing's proposed national security laws would not trample on the city's rights and freedoms and called on citizens to wait to see the details of the legislation. Mrs Lam added her voice to an unprecedented barrage...
Malaysians in Singapore can return to attend funerals: Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians in Singapore can return to attend the funerals of their immediate family members without having to undergo the mandatory 14-day quarantine period as it is considered an emergency, said Malaysian Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob yesterday. He said...
Disrupted home renovations will get priority to resume: Lawrence Wong
Home owners whose renovation works were disrupted will be given priority to restart in phase one of the post-circuit breaker period, said Minister for National Development Lawrence Wong yesterday. The Government will consider allowing new home renovation projects to proceed...
Fortitude Budget: More incentives to support employers to hire workers
The Government will ramp up hiring incentives to employers to support them in hiring workers who have gone through eligible traineeship and training schemes, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat said yesterday. For one, the hiring incentive that was first introduced under...
India cases rise as millions of workers return home from cities
MUMBAI: Indian states witnessing millions of migrant labourers returning from the big cities are recording rising coronavirus infections, officials said yesterday, fearing the virus could spread through villages where medical care is basic at best. Officials from the home...
Police warn of fake text bulletin
Beware of a fake bulletin about people going door to door to subdue residents and rob their homes under the pretence of distributing face masks, the police said yesterday. The false text message, purportedly from the police, claims the people mentioned in the bulletin say...
Top-notch crime with plenty to say
Sulari Gentill and Katherine Kovacic both have strong views about the very different societies they write about in their novels.
Brisbane City Council's CEO offered another four years
Colin Jensen, who became chief executive in 2010, will stay on at the council until 2024.
Man charged with murder over Sydney backyard killing
The body of Tuan Tran, 35, believed by police to have been involved in drug-related crime, was found at his house in south-west Sydney.
Police patrol school zones as Sydney traffic mounts
Long traffic queues are forming outside schools during pick-up and drop-off times, as thousands more parents than usual drive their children to avoid public transport.
U.S. on cusp of marking at least 100K deaths from virus
The United States was on the cusp of marking at least 100,000 deaths from the coronavirus, a once-unthinkable toll that now appears to be just the beginning of untold misery in the months ahead as Las Vegas casinos and Walt Disney World make plans to reopen.
Spike in South Korea virus cases shows perils of reopening
As Mediterranean beaches and Las Vegas casinos laid out plans to welcome tourists again, South Korea announced a spike in new infections Wednesday and considered reimposing social distancing restrictions, revealing the setbacks ahead for others on the road to reopening.
‘Lagos PDP sure of victory in 2023’ - The Nation Nigeria
The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has boasted that it will win the governorship election and other polls in 2023....
Eight more die of Covid in UP: With 33 cases, Amethi’s case tally jumps by 70%
Of the fresh cases, at least 62 were linked to interstate migrant workers. So far, 1,725 migrants have been infected.
Thousands throng screening centre, UT arranges additional Shramik special train
Earlier only one train, with 1,600 passengers, was scheduled to depart from the city at 2 pm.
Out of containment, Sector 38 people say ‘went through hell’
The sector was sealed off for a period of 28 days and is being opened as no new case has been reported in the area since April 29.
India-China border: No change in Ladakh, military brass brief PM and Rajnath
The military brass is learnt to have apprised the Prime Minister about the evolving situation in eastern Ladakh though officials maintained that the meeting was pre-scheduled and reforms in the armed forces was on the agenda.
Guards, vegetable vendors in ICMR list of frontline workers who need testing
Symptomatic healthcare workers were eligible for testing from the very start, but inclusion of other frontline workers was the big takeaway of the last testing strategy revision.
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
Donald Trump frequently amplifies misinformation, spreads abuse and uses his pulpit to personally attack private citizens and public figures alike — all forbidden under Twitter's official rules.
TV lessons for govt school students in Bihar, parents cite no interaction
According to the parents of several students, a major drawback of this model is that it is non-interactive and the content is basic
Uttar Pradesh: 40 held for defying lockdown on Eid
It is to be noted that following the extension of lockdown till May 31, certain restrictions were lifted. But the UP government has not allowed congregation of religious gatherings.
Will give houses, shops to migrant workers, pay their GST: UP govt
Through the migrant commission, the government would provide returning workers social security, insurance and training during which they will be provided an internship allowance.
Canada court decision could end ‘Huawei Princess’ extradition saga
OTTAWA, May 27 — A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision today on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations. Four days of legal arguments in January focused on whether US charges against the “Huawei Princess” would...
National Creative Industry Policy must be improved, says minister Saifuddin Abdullah
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 ― The National Creative Industry Policy (DIKN) must be re-assessed and improved to spearhead the growth of the national creative industry, said Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah. At the same time, he said, an audit must be conducted of the...
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets as protests flare in financial heart
HONG KONG, May 27 — Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre today, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations. Police also surrounded the Legislative Council where a bill was due to...
Police: 33 nabbed at Ipoh pubs for flouting CMCO
IPOH, May 27 — A total of 33 individuals, including three women, who were drinking in two pubs were arrested by police for defying the conditional movement control order (CMCO) last night. Ipoh Police District chief ACP A. Asmadi Abdul Aziz said four individuals were picked up at the...
Tory revolt builds over Cummings
More MPs have hit out after the PM’s adviser said he had ‘no regrets’ over his controversial trip to Durham.
My brother was billed to become a prof soon —Sibling of murdered UNIJOS lecturer
Chesil Drenkat recounts the events leading to the killing of his brother and University of Jos lecturer, Dr Nandi Drenkat, by gunmen who also abducted his six-year-old daughter, in this interview w...
Trump, Biden turn Snapchat to presidential campaign field
Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters - forcing presi...
Furor in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on his neck
A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.
NDDC's 2019 budget padded by NASS with 500 non-existing projects - MD
NDDC's acting MD, Kemebradikumo Pondei, claimed that the agency's budget in 2019 was paddled with about 500 invisible projects by the National Assembly (NASS).
Hong Kong police fire pepperballs at protesters and arrest 180 people for unauthorised assembly | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Hong Kong police fired pepperballs in the central business district after protesters gathered in opposition to the national anthem and national security law. Demonstrators chanted pro-democracy slogans in Causeway Bay and Central at lunchtime. They also chanted “Hong Kong independence, the only way out” and “one nation, one Hong Kong.” At least 50 young people […]
Federation reform hinges on keeping national cabinet
A plan by Scott Morrison to try and reform Federation may hinge on the state and territory leaders sticking with the national cabinet post-coronavirus.
CDC Warns of Increasingly Aggressive Rodents Looking For New Food Sources
New submitter Way Smarter Than You shares a report from The Seattle Times: Humans aren't the only ones hankering for the days they could dine out at their cities' restaurants: Some rats that miss feasting on the scraps are becoming increasingly brazen to find new food sources, the Centers for Disea...
Dominic Cummings Creates a Very British Scandal
It’s hard to get too enraged by the lockdown activities of Boris Johnson’s closest adviser, but the political costs will be considerable
China Crackdown on Hong Kong Threatens Global Order, EU Says
China’s efforts to tighten its grip on Hong Kong pose a threat to the rules-based international order, the European Union’s top diplomat said, calling on member states to respond with a “robust” message.
Body of 5-year-old boy who went missing on Memorial Day found in Calif. river
After an exhaustive overnight search, a family member spotted the boy’s body floating in the water.
Kashamu accuses former Ogun PDP chairman of sellout
The 2019 gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Senator Buruji Kashamu, has accused the party’s former state chairman, Chief Bayo Dayo, of selling out. Kashamu, who said this in a press release issued on Wednesday, was reacting to a statement by the former chairman that he ran out of favourRead More
Xi Jinping tells Chinese military to prepare for war. Is it against India, US or Taiwan?
Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the PLA to prepare for war without specifying who is the enemy. China is currently engaged in intense territorial dispute with India, Taiwan and also the US.
Railways want to be super spreader in Kerala: Minister Thomas Isaac slams Centre, asks ministry to stop ranting
Hitting out at the Centre, Kerala Finance Minister Thomas Isaac said the Railways wanted to be a super spreader in Kerala. He said a train came from Mumbai last week, but the state was informed only after train started.
Flooding, locust threats loom over Pakistan, says NDMA chief
“We will try our best to utilise all the resources available in the country to tackle these threats."
Owner rejects Indian claim of ‘spy’ pigeon’s capture
Yes, this is my pet pigeon as it can never be a spy or a terrorist," says Habibullah.
Saudi Arabia to end virus curfew next month
But the kingdom is yet to make any announcement about Haj.
Survey report finds 20 houses, 24 vehicles damaged in PIA plane crash
The federal government will provide compensation to the affected residents of Model Colony.
PM’s Corona Relief Fund crosses Rs4bn mark
Opposition wants parliamentary oversight of fund utililastion; Shahbaz calls for convening CCI meeting.
Australian police drop probe of reporter, whistleblower
Australian police on Wednesday dropped the investigation of a prominent journalist and government whistleblower over leaked government secrets, ending a case which sparked wide-ranging debate over press freedom in the country.
Cancellations continue, blame it on low passenger load factor
Officials said the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi handled around 277 flights on Tuesday, 100 short of its estimated figure.
SC finally steps in to address distress among the migrants
The apex court will hear the matter on May 28 and directed the Solicitor General to share all measures taken by the government.
Inspector injured as gun misfires at Telangana police academy
“I was informed by doctors that he was safe and could be discharged from the hospital by night,” VK Singh said.
Heatwave conditions to persist in Andhra Pradesh for next 24 hours
Heatwave conditions are likely to persist for another day in the State, according to an Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) report.
Pakistan New Breeding Ground Of Locusts: Agriculture Expert
Pakistan has become a new breeding ground of locusts, entering Rajasthan from adjoining areas in Pakistan, said BR Kadwa, deputy director of the agriculture department.
Chhattisgarh Farmers On Alert After Locusts Attack Crops In Neighbouring States
The Chhattisgarh agriculture department and farmers of districts bordering Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra have been alerted after swarms of locusts attacked crops in the neighbouring states, an official said on Wednesday.
Hopes raised people could soon meet with friends and family again
Plans are being put together
Contributions to PM CARES Fund will be considered as CSR: Centre
The Centre has notified that contributions to the PM CARES Fund will be considered as part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) of companies. “In Schedule VII, item (viii), after the words ‘Prime
Covid-19: Don’t send in passenger trains without notice, says Kerala Chief Minister
Kerala has taken exception to the manner in which passenger trains are being sent in at random and without notice, threatening to upset the delicate balancing act in its fight against Covid-19 as expa
Building The Bubble: Demand For Trans-Tasman Travel Soaring
Research conducted in both New Zealand and Australia by leading market research agency Opinion Compare, shows the desire of both countries to travel to respective countries is surging. An online survey of nationally representative samples in both countries (n=522 in New Zealand, n=504 in Australia) showed high intention and desire for Trans-Tasman travel.
PA records no new cases of coronavirus - Middle East
PA “health minister” says no new cases of COVID-19 were registered in the last 24 hours. The total number of recoveries is 483.
Oklahoma enacts anti-BDS legislation - US & Canada
Conference of Presidents welcomes Oklahoma's move to enact a measure to combat the anti-Israel BDS movement.
'Religious services can resume, but with restrictions'
Religious activities including church services and gatherings under strict restrictions of 50 people or less will be allowed to resume from next month.
Covid-19 and Persons with Disability
It has been a challenge for children with special needs, most of them wondering why they can’t play outside and not go to school.
Fired Australian’s story reveals why Boris Johnson really backs under-fire adviser
Why hasn't Boris Johnson sacked Dominic Cummings? The answer may lie with a young Australian aide by the name of James McGrath.
Supermarkets ease buying restrictions as excess workers drop off
As supermarkets grapple with balancing out panic-buying with an over-supply of slim margin inventory, sales markdowns will start to pop up on shelves.
Second Iranian Oil Tanker Arrives At Venezuela's Largest Refinery
A second Iranian tanker carrying gasoline and oil derivatives has arrived at crisis-stricken Venezuela's main oil refinery, amid escalating tensions between Washington and the two U.S.-sanctioned countries.
FAKE ALERT: Viral message claiming 10 days military lockdown in Mumbai-Pune is fake
News News: A message doing the rounds on instant messaging app WhatsApp claims that there will be a military lockdown across Mumbai and Pune from Saturday. This
'Don't run IOA office as one-man show': Rajeev Mehta to Narinder Batra
More sports News: In his letter to the IOA president Narinder Batra, secretary general Rajeev Mehta expressed his dissent over the negligence of his office in constitut
PPE - how much is enough?
A high-profile announcement by the Liberals this week that automotive giant General Motors would make 10 million medical masks omitted a detail that speaks to the long road ahead in Canada's fight against COVID-19.
National parks reopening
More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to reopen June 1.
Covid-19: how the mining industry is responding
As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, companies have been forced to adjust their practices; we profile some of the mining industry’s responses to the outbreak.
Twitter adds fact-check warning to election posts by Donald Trump
Trump claimed postal voting would be “fraudulent” and that “mail boxes will be robbed”.
Man, 25, arrested and charged after teenage girl ‘raped’ near Bothwell Castle
A MAN has been arrested and charged after a teenage girl was allegedly raped in Lanarkshire woodlands. Cops were called in following a report of an alleged sex attack near Bothwell Castle last Wedn…
Caution grows in ruling coalition about September start to school year
The revised system had been proposed to allow students to make up for delays in their tuition caused by prolonged school closures during the virus crisis.
Wonderla gets extension on tax break, as lockdown hits construction
The amusement park operator has obtained a further extension of an entertainment tax exemption from the State government, to cover a period of five years from the date of commercial operations or September 30, 2021, whichever is earlier
52,628 vehicles seized in Vijayawada handed over to owners
The police handed over as many as 52,628 vehicles, seized during the lockdown period, to the owners across the State in the last four days. The vehicles were seized for violating the lockdown rules fr
Students likely to get credits for online courses
Bid to salvage academic year hit by COVID
Violent thug strangled his ex-partner, threatened to burn her house down and crashed her car... then told police he would infect them with coronavirus
Ryan Renshaw also told police he would spit on them and infect them with coronavirus when he was found hiding in a cupboard in his “drug den” flat
George Floyd death: Protesters clash with riot police as thousands demand justice
WARNING: DISTRESSING IMAGES - A passerby captured a distressing video of unarmed George Floyd struggling to breathe while being detained in relation to a non-violent charge by a white police officer in Minneapolis
Bihar Minister Madan Sahni Forgets Social Distancing While Honouring Jyoti Kumari Who Cycled 1,200 Km
Jyoti Kumari is currently staying at a quarantine centre close to her Sirhulli village. Darbhanga/Patna: Bihar’s Food and Consumer Protection … Bihar Minister Madan Sahni Forgets Social Distancing While Honouring Jyoti Kumari Who Cycled 1,200 Km Read More »
President Xi Jinping tells Chinese Army to scale up preparations for war | World News
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising the worst-case scenarios and … President Xi Jinping tells Chinese Army to scale up preparations for war | World News Read More »
ICC Board Meeting: World T20 most likely to be postponed to 2022, October window for IPL
New Delhi: The postponement of this year’s T20 World Cup in Australia to 2022, which might open up a window … ICC Board Meeting: World T20 most likely to be postponed to 2022, October window for IPL Read More »
Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram
NEW DELHI: The Congress, after rejecting the government’s economic package announced to revive the economy, has said that sooner than … Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram Read More »
Ministers to question Dr Tony Holohan about 2 metre social distancing rule
Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan is set to brief ministers about ongoing measures in the battle against COVID-19 at Government Buildings today.
Canada court decision could end 'Huawei Princess' extradition saga
A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision Wednesday on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations. Four days of legal arguments in January focused on whether US charges against the "Huawei Princess" would stand up in Canada
Rights group urges inquiry into Philippine drug war killings
Human Rights Watch is calling on the U.N.’s top human rights body to launch an independent investigation into the Philippine government’s drug war that has left thousands dead, pointing in particular to its harmful effects on children. The advocacy group made the call alongside Wednesday's launch
Lost hikers found alive after 18 days in New Zealand forest
Two New Zealand hikers survived for more than 18 days in a densely-forested national park before being found alive on Wednesday, rescue officials said. Jessica O’Connor and Dion Reynolds, both 23, hiked into Kahurangi National Park in the northwest of New Zealand's South Island on May 9, and were
Twitter has started fact-checking Donald Trump
A pair of Donald Trump’s tweets that made unsubstantiated claims about mail-in voting were appended on Tuesday with links pointing readers to news stories fact-checking him.
Tory revolt builds over Cummings
More MPs have hit out after the PM’s adviser said he had ‘no regrets’ over his controversial trip to Durham.
Lands ministry, NLC row to delay crucial reforms
Recent publication of proposed regulations was seen as a major leap, but NLC has disowned them
Raila: ODM will not bank on Nasa
ODM leader remains non-committal on whether his party is working on a coalition with Jubilee.
Uhuru deals Ruto another deadly blow
National Executive Council set to meet to firm up crackdown on disloyal members
Nizamuddin Markaz: Delhi Police to chargesheet 280 foreign visitors who attended Tablighi Jamaat event
Earlier this month, the Crime Branch had collected several documents related to the funding of Tablighi Jamaat members
Assam: Over 2 lakh affected in flash floods triggered by Cyclone Amphan; more rainfall predicted for next 2-3 days
More than two lakh people in Assam are currently affected by the flash floods
World coronavirus death toll tops 350,000
More than 350,000 deaths from the new coronavirus have been recorded worldwide since it first appeared in China in December, according to a tally compiled by AFP from official sources as of this morning.
Man arrested over fire that killed 36 people in Japan
Japanese police have formally arrested a man on suspicion of an arson attack on an animation studio in Kyoto last year that killed 36 people, a police spokesman said.
Saanich’s OK for roadside stands offers a lesson in civic engagement
One of the upsides of home schooling in the age of COVID-19 is that children sometimes get a real-life education. In the past few weeks, Colleen O’Farrell’s two young sons, for instance, have had. . .
Omar Abdullah denies political reasons for his Delhi visit
Omar Abdullahs flight to New Delhi on May 25, his first visit since August 5, 2019, has triggered speculations of New Delhis fresh political overtures to unionist politicians in Kashmir.
George Floyd’s family describes heartbreak over his death while in police custody
The cousins of an African-American Minnesota man who died while in police custody, during which a white police officer pressed his knee against his neck as he struggled to breathe, are calling for
The price of Twitter’s ‘fact-check’ on President Trump
After President Trump’s fevered conspiracy tweets about Joe Scarborough’s former intern Lori Klausutis, her widower, T.J. Klausutis, begged the company to delete them. It was a heartbreaking plea
Brace for stiflingly hot weather during dry season: BMKG
“The meteorological record shows that the maximum temperatures over the past five days – especially in midday – reached between 34 and 36 degree Celsius.”
‘Mudik’ travelers barred from returning to Jakarta without permits
“People wishing to enter Jakarta are required to obtain a permit from the Jakarta administration and the police. Otherwise, they will be told to turn back,” National Police traffic corps head Insp. Gen. Istiono said.
Brisbane City Council's CEO offered another four years
Colin Jensen, who became chief executive in 2010, will stay on at the council until 2024.
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.
House Republicans sue Pelosi to block voter proxy amid pandemic
May 27 (UPI) -- Nearly two dozens Republicans have sued House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, seeking to block the House of Representatives from proxy voting, a measure instituted by Democrats to allow congressmen to vote remotely amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Police break up bank holiday party at Tory MP Rob Roberts's house
Two visitors were asked to leave the house of Rob Roberts, MP for Delyn in north Wales, and balloons and banners were seen outside.
Shooting in South LA leaves 5 wounded, authorities say
The L.A. County Fire Department says five people were shot in the South L.A. neighborhood of Athens.
Lost hikers found alive after 18 days in New Zealand forest
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - Two New Zealand hikers survived for more than 18 days in a densely-forested national park before being found alive on Wednesday, rescue officials said.
Australia drops probe of journalist over use of classified documents
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Australian police have dropped their investigation of a News Corp journalist over the disclosure of a national security document in 2018, citing a lack of evidence.
Protesters, police clash in Minneapolis a day after man died in police custody
Protesters and police clashed in Minneapolis Tuesday at the same intersection where 24 hours earlier, a man died in police custody as witness video showed officers kneeling on the man's neck.
Girls Stuck in Empty School After Uhuru's Closure Order
President Uhuru Kenyatta ordered schools to be shut down after the first Coronavirus case was reported in Kenya in March 2020...
Maharashtra government asks CID to re-investigate suicide abetment case against Arnab Goswami
Home Minister Anil Deshmukh announced the investigation into the deaths of 53-year-old interior designer Anvay Naik and his mother Kumud Naik in 2018.
Assam SLPRB invites applications for 1081 vacancies for Forest Department
The application process for the recruitment drive will go on until June 25th, 2020 at the official Assam SLPRB website.
Proposed Bill Would Ban Microtargeting of Political Advertisements
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Internet-based advertising has been a boon for both political campaigns and disinformation campaigns, which love to take advantage of the ability to slice and dice the electorate into incredibly tiny and carefully targeted segments for their mes...
Happy Birthday Nitin Gadkari: 5 things to know about the Union Minister
Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, turns 63 today.
'Move On', British Government Says Following Outrage Over PM Adviser Dominic Cummings
Earlier, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's top aide, Dominic Cummings, his wife and their child traveled 260 miles from London to the northeastern city of Durham in late...
Police Break Up Illegal Gathering at Conservative MP's House – Reports
Police officers enforcing a national lockdown broke up an illegal 40th birthday party at the house of Rob Roberts, MP for Delyn in North Wales, according to the Evening...
What has Prince Andrew said about meeting Virginia Giuffre?
The case comes under the spotlight again in a new Netflix documentary.
Jawaharlal Nehru's Death Anniversary: 10 quotes, messages by India's first Prime Minister; PM Modi pays tribute
Jawaharlal Nehru death anniversary: Inspirational quotes, messages; PM Narendra Modi this morning paid tribute to India's first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his 56th death anniversary
Locusts spare Delhi for now, but threat continues
The current trajectory of locust movement from Rajasthan is towards Madhya Pradesh and going further southwards towards Maharashtra. The Locust Control Office has been fighting the locust challenge for more than two weeks now
Delhi Police to file 15 chargesheets against 294 foreign nationals in Tablighi Jamaat case
Delhi Police will file 15 charge-sheets against 294 foreign nationals, in Saket court today, in connection with the Tablighi Jamaat congregation at Markaz in Nizamuddin area, police officials said on Wednesday.
Japanese Police Arrest Suspect in Deadly Kyoto Animation Attack
Shinji Aoba, 42, was detained in the immediate aftermath of the arson attack, but local police had to wait more than 10 months to formally arrest him, as he was too badly burned to sustain questioning.
Germany clamps down on SINGING over coronavirus fears: Choirs are silenced and hymns banned at church services after warnings that it spreads infectious droplets
The 'increased production of potentially infectious droplets' involved in singing mean that choirs are facing a longer shutdown (pictured, worshippers at Berlin Cathedral this month).
Robert Jenrick says the Government will NOT review lockdown fines issued to people travelling for childcare reasons less than 24 hours after Matt Hancock said he would consider it in wake of Dominic Cummings row
Robert Jenrick today confirmed the Government will not review lockdown fines issued to parents travelling for childcare reasons.
Hundreds more Taliban prisoners freed on last day of Afghan truce
Afghanistan authorities say they released about 900 Taliban prisoners across the country, approximately 600 of them from the notorious Bagram jail near Kabul
Congress moves Supreme Court on plight of migrant labourers
Senior Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala moved the Supreme Court on Wednesday seeking to intervene in the matter in which it has taken cognisance of the 'unfortunate and miserable' plight of migrant labourers who have been stranded across the country due to the COVID-19 lockdown.
Coronavirus outbreak: CM Chouhan claims doubling rate of COVID-19 cases stands at 21 days
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said the doubling rate of COVID-19 cases in the state was at 21 days, which is better than the national average.
In the UK, Johnson reaps what he sowed
Johnson and Cummings have taken a battering ram to Britain’s bonds of social solidarity
Nigerians lucky to have President like Buhari – Femi Adesina
The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Muhammadu Buhari, Femi Adesina, has said that Nigerians are lucky to have a leader like the president. He made the statement while dismissing attempts to pitch him
Amnesty International accuses Nigerian Army of continued illegal detention of children in Northeast
FOR children fleeing from Boko Haram attacks in northeast Nigeria, their struggle for survival suffers setbacks from arbitrary detention
Another two Grow Super staff stood aside amid Dally M scandal
Two staff at Grow Super have been stood aside amid a police probe into a betting plunge on the Dally M.
Three killed in Lagos-Ibadan road crashes - The Nation Nigeria
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun said that three persons died while 14 others sustained injuries in two separate crashes along Lagos-Ibadan
Ebonyi lawmaker’s brother found dead in car booth
A middle-aged man has been found dead in the booth of his car on the busy Abakaliki/Afikpo Expressway in Ebonyi State. The man ...
Minister forfeits salary to aid inmates release - The Nation Nigeria
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister of State, Dr. Ramatu Aliyu, has forfeited her May salary to secure the release of five inmates who could not pay
Journalist Dies In Eastlea Freak Accident After Scuffle With Lady Friend… More Details Emerge
Journalist Dies In Eastlea After Scuffle With Lady Friend...Details Emerge. Journalist and PR officer Augustine Dalubuhle Moyo has died.
CID to re-examine 2018 abetment to suicide case against Arnab: Deshmukh
“Adnya Naik had complained to me that #AlibaugPolice had not investigated non-payment of dues from #ArnabGoswami's @republic which drove her entrepreneur father & grandmom to suicide in May 2018," he tweeted.
Chinese team summits Everest amid bid to remeasure peak
A 53-member team from Chinas Ministry of National Resources has been conducting scientific work on Everest since early March.
Confusion still prevails, 357 passengers arrive in Chandigarh
A total of 357 domestic passengers arrived at the airport on different flights and 257 passengers departed from the airport till 6 pm.
Telangana HC asks govt to ramp up testing, submit report
"Not testing in large numbers is almost like inviting the Trojan horse. Why is the Telangana government under testing? Financial constraints cannot be cited as a reason as human lives are most important," the bench noted.
YouTube deletes comments critical of China’s communist party
YouTube has been deleting comments critical of China’s ruling party due to a software flaw, the company said.
PAS urges PKR not to contest in Chini by-election
KOTA BARU, May 27 — PAS has urged the opposition, especially Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), not to contest in the Chini state by-election scheduled to be held on July 4. PAS vice-president Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah said that apart from the opposition would find it difficult to win the seat, it...
New Finas chairman Zakaria Abdul Hamid says lack of exposure to film and TV industry not a hindrance
KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 27 — The new chairman of the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) Zakaria Abdul Hamid said his lack of exposure to the industry is no obstacle to handling the responsibility that he has been entrusted with. He said although he did not have any background in the...
US DOJ closing insider trading probes into three senators, reports WSJ
WASHINGTON, May 27 — The US Department of Justice is closing probes into three US senators over stock trades made shortly before the coronavirus market turmoil, the Wall Street Journal reported yesterday, citing people familiar with the matter. The three senators include Republicans Kelly...
Public must obtain CAAM clearance to fly drones during CMCO, says senior minister
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Members of the public who wish to fly a drone during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period must first apply and obtain a permit from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM). Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said...
Turla Hacker Group Steals Antivirus Logs To See If Its Malware Was Detected
An anonymous reader quotes a report from ZDNet: Security researchers from ESET have discovered new attacks carried out by Turla, one of Russia's most advanced state-sponsored hacking groups. The new attacks have taken place in January 2020. ESET researchers say the attacks targeted three high-profil...
Boris Johnson urged to take responsibility over Dominic Cummings controversy
Labour’s Lisa Nandy said the Prime Minister must account for why the trip made by Mr Cummings from London to Durham was ‘unique’.
Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated
Police raised flags warning protesters to disperse as dozens of people were arrested.
Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review
The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.
Rector, lecturer trade words over alleged plagiarism
Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo A senior academic staff member in Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State, Mr Matthew Omolade, has threatened a legal action against the Rector of the institution, Dr Adekolawo...
Hong Kong high school students go back to class
Hong Kong public high school students began attending classes on Wednesday, part of a phased reopening after the financial hub successfully tackled its coronavirus outbreak. Hundreds of secondar...
Church reopening: CAN holds virtual meeting today
Our Reporters The Christian Association of Nigeria would hold a virtual meeting with Christian leaders on Wednesday to review guidelines, which would prevent the spread of COVID-19 in churches a...
Three dead, 14 injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crashes
Daud Olatunji, Abeokuta Three persons lost their lives, while 14 others sustained varying degrees of injury in two separate crashes on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The two crashes, which occurred...
The seat is too low - Senator Cherargei rejects Senate job
Murkomen did not decline Cherargei's former seat, adding fuel to reports that the Nandi Senator betrayed Ruto
It's a girl! Cops deliver baby at Gauteng police station
The pregnant woman accompanied her husband to the Putfontein police station in Benoni when she started having labour pains.
Video on Sani Abacha isolation centre aimed at discrediting COVID-19 fight - Ganduje
A statement signed by the commissioner for information, Malam Muhammad Garba, said there was no iota of truth in whatever the video clips attempted to portray.
Geopolitical time bomb ticks under market rally
Rising geopolitical tensions, especially between the US and China, could test the muscular global rally and hopes for a V-shaped economic recovery.
Queensland man becomes Australia's first Millennial to die from virus
The partner of a man who had not been tested for COVID-19 before his death is now unwell.
India and China Move In More Troops as Border Tensions Rise
India has moved additional troops along its northern border as it prepares for an extended conflict with neighbor China, after several rounds of talks failed to ease tensions between the nuclear-armed rivals.
Mixed reaction from spiritual leaders to relaxed rules for religious gatherings
Religious leaders are aware of the dangers - 'we don't want our churches to be gateways to the grave,' said one.
Big problems await small screen shootings
The State government recently gave permission to begin shoot for television serials with restrictions that included only 20 persons at the spot. Continue Reading →
5.31 lakh persons arrested for not following rules
As many as 5,36,792 persons were arrested for defying norms of social distancing in the State. Continue Reading →
Call for all Fife children under five to be offered additional funded year at nursery
A Fife councillor has called for all children under five to be offered an additional year of funded nursery provision.
Fife cousins who started nursery together separated by new allocations process
‘Inseparable’ cousins face being parted as only one has been allocated a space to return to their nursery.
Dundee Michelin boss John Reid appointed National Manufacturing Institute Scotland chief executive
The National Manufacturing Institute Scotland has appointed Michelin Dundee boss John Reid as its chief executive.
Himachal Congress leader, 3 councillors booked for obstructing cremation of coronavirus patient
The Congress leader has been identified as Mandi district chief of Mahila Congress Suman Chaudhary who along with three councillors and 16 others have been booked under various sections of IPC and Epidemic Disease Act.
China’s Foreign Ministry: Will take necessary countermeasures to foreign interference
China’s Foreign Ministry: Will take necessary countermeasures to foreign interference more to come ....
South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks
South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school.
Karnataka to open temples, mosques and churches after May 31: CM Yediyurappa
Karnataka Chief Minister Yediyurappa on Wednesday said that his government will re-open temples, mosques and churches in the state after May 31.
COVID-19: At 0.46 per cent, Odisha's fatality rate among lowest in India
The recovery rate was also high at 48.25 per cent while the India average was 41.61 per cent. As many as 732 patients have recovered in the State so far.
Parts of north and southeast Delhi declared as new containment zones
Parts of north and southeast Delhi have been declared as containment zones after around a dozen Covid-19 cases were detected in the last two days, officials said on Tuesday.
Pani Puri Stall Reopens In Delhi's Chawri Bazar Amid Lockdown4
After the Centre allowed some relaxations in the fourth phase of the ongoing nation-wide lockdown to tackle the spread of coronavirus, street food was seen being sold by a vendor in Delhi's Chawri Bazar area.
Global Jewish leaders meet in videoconference to address community needs after coronavirus - Jewish World
Jewish Agency and Israeli Diaspora Ministry host online roundtable discussion with Jewish leaders from around the world on the coronavirus.
Buenos Aires: Jewish bride, groom and rabbi arrested at wedding - Foreign Affairs
Eight people, including the bride, groom, and officiating rabbi, arrested at Jewish wedding in Argentina.
Twitter labels Trump tweets with a fact check for the first time
Twitter for the first time put a warning label under two posts by Donald Trump. Twitter highlighted two of Trump's tweets on Tuesday that falsely claimed mail-in ballots
Buhari never ceded power to Abba Kyari, nor cancel 'his' appointments - Presidency
When he was alive, Mr Kyari was accused by several officials including the First Lady Aisha Buhari and National Security Adviser Babagana Monguno of
Cops close two major Scots bridges amid 'ongoing incident'
The Clackmananshire Bridge and the nearby Kincardine Bridge were shut off in both directions
Inside Celtic's Damien Duff replacement hunt as a 'number of options' are on the table
The Irishman is leaving Glasgow for family reasons and will take up a post within Stephen Kenny’s national-team set-up.
Supervisor in court for three security guards' murder
Ofentse Monaledi, a security guard, left home on the morning of April 2 to confront his employer over non-payment.
Mnangagwa told to form a GNU by Zanu-PF stalwart
Former Cabinet minister Tshinga Dube has called on Emmerson Mnangagwa to form a government of national unity with the opposition to end the country's challenges...
Twitter places fact-check notification on Trump tweet about mail-in ballots
Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning readers his ...
California eases coronavirus restrictions
SACRAMENTO: California, the most populous US state, took another step on Tuesday (May 26) toward ending sweeping lockdowns imposed to contain the ...
Germany extends COVID-19 distancing rules to end of June
Germany has extended social distancing rules aimed at containing the spread of the coronavirus epidemic to June 29, Chancellor Angela Merkel's ...
More testing as aged-care staff get coronavirus
Staff and residents at an aged care centre in Melbourne's inner east are undergoing further testing for COVID-19 after two workers at the facility contracted the virus.
Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated
Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans in Hong Kong before legislators later debate a bill criminalising abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.
ICC Board Meeting: World T20 to be postponed to 2022, October window for IPL
Cricket News: The postponement of this year's T20 World Cup in Australia to 2022, which might open up a window for the lucrative Indian Premier League in October, i
Details expected soon on reopening of schools
DAILY calls between head teachers, the Education Department and teaching unions are continuing during this week’s scheduled half-term break in a bid to identify a way of safely reopening schools in June.
Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review
The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.
Family of Irish teenager who fell to his death in Australia ask for candles to be lit in his memory
Cian English (19) died while trying to flee a group of armed robbers, police have alleged
South African Airways aims to resume domestic flights in mid-June
SAA, which is under a form of bankruptcy protection, suspended all commercial passenger flights in late March, when the government imposed one of the strictest lockdowns on the African continent.
South Korea reports biggest spike in coronavirus cases in 49 days
South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-closed logistics facility.
After Rajasthan, Are Locusts Heading To Delhi? Here's What We Know
Can locusts harm humans? How big are swarms? Your questions answered.
Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of arrested black man
To the general American public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck of a shirtless black man prone on the street, crying ou
Video clip claims no arrangements on ground for coronavirus patients: HC seeks Centre, Delhi govt stand
The man — Dharmendra Bhardwaj — has alleged in the video that “tall claims” of both the governments regarding arrangements for coronavirus patients “are far from true on the ground”
Pakistan registers 1,446 new coronavirus cases; total count crosses 59,000-mark
The authorities have so far conducted 499,399 coronavirus tests, including 8,491 in the last 24 hours, the ministry said.
Newsnight's Emily Maitlis issues blistering attack on government over Dominic Cummings row
The BBC host summed up the 'fury, contempt and anguish' expressed by the public over Boris Johnson's top aide, saying the country is shocked that the Prime Minister can't see that Mr Cummings broke the rules
Move on! Government tells public to stop being outraged about Dominic Cummings
Housing minister Robert Jenrick risked further intensifying the row over Boris Johnson's top aide by suggesting the anger had gone on too long because Mr Cummings' behaviour was "reasonable"
Police rule out charging News Corp journalist Annika Smethurst
The political editor's home was raided last year as part of an investigation into leaked government documents.
Twitter calls out US President Donald Trump, he responds
Twitter had on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by Trump.
Hong Kong police arrest hundreds and fire pepper balls at protesters
Scores stopped and searched as lawmakers debate proposed law on Chinese national anthem
If Trump Moves RNC, ‘Our Whole Future Is Gone’
President Donald Trump’s threat to pull the Republican National Convention from Charlotte, North Carolina is gut wrenching for Ayman Abusamak. The president of A Step Above Limousine in Charlotte is counting on the GOP mega event to boost his business after the coronavirus pandemic wounded his fleet
Anti-Lockdown Protesters Now Calling for Dems to Die
As the head of Cowboys for Trump, Couy Griffin has led pro-Trump horse rides through Washington, D.C., and posed for a photo in the White House with Donald Trump. He’s a superfan of the president and on May 17, he made the case that Democrats should die.“I’ve come to a place where I’ve come to a conclusion
Bihar Minister Courts Controversy As He Flouts Social Distancing Norms While Honouring 'Bicycle Girl'
She has caught the world's attention after she bicycled her injured father 1,200 km to reach her native village from Gurugram more than a week ago.
Boris Johnson urged to take responsibility over Dominic Cummings controversy
Labour’s Lisa Nandy said the Prime Minister must account for why the trip made by Mr Cummings from London to Durham was ‘unique’.
Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated
Police raised flags warning protesters to disperse as dozens of people were arrested.
Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review
The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.
House Republicans sue Pelosi to stop proxy voting during coronavirus crisis: 'dereliction of our duty'
Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your day ...
Amnesty: How children who escaped Boko Haram captivity are tortured in detention
Hundreds of children who escaped from Boko Haram captivity in the north-east are being tortured by the military, Amnesty International (AI) says in a report to commemorate Children’s Day on
Cong leader Rahul Gandhi calls Maha CM Uddhav Thackeray, says party stands firmly with state govt amidst COVID-19 crisis
In a phone conversation, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has assured Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray that the party stands with the Maharashtra government amidst the coronavirus pandemic, and pledged full support to the state government.
Condo Smarts: Strata must accommodate request to attend meeting
Dear Tony: What happens when an owner attempts to attend a general meeting that was issued as a proxy-only meeting for our AGM? Because our strata cannot safely social distance in our common room. . .
Lockdown plight: Labourers who sold goats for a flight ticket will finally fly home
IndiGo has agreed to help the three to fly from Mumbai after their flight was cancelled.
Cotton Association draws Agriculture Minister's attention to locust attack
"We request the Agriculture Minister to take appropriate steps at the earliest for controlling these locusts attacks and also to advise the concerned central and state government agencies to issue necessary guidelines to the farmers in order to protect their interest and jointly fight against this menace," said Atul S Ganatra, president, CAI.
Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending Nizamuddin event
The charge sheets will be filed in Saket court against the 294 foreigners belonging to 14 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and several African nations, police said. Earlier on Tuesday, the city police had filed 20 charge sheets against 82 foreigners.
View: Can India benefit from the world’s frustration with China?
India lacks the sophisticated infrastructure which gives China an edge in manufacturing.
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.
Hong Kong legislature surrounded by riot police ahead of expected protests
Hundreds of riot police took up posts around Hong Kong's legislature overnight, as protests were expected on Wednesday over a bill criminalizing disrespect of China's national anthem and against plans by Beijing to impose national security laws.
Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill
The anthem bill is set for a second reading today and is expected to be turned into law next month
MVA allies firefight after Rahul's statement on Congress role in Maha government
The Congress, along with the Shiv Sena and the NCP, is part of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government.
Another two Grow Super staff stood aside amid Dally M scandal
Two staff at Grow Super have been stood aside amid a police probe into a betting plunge on the Dally M.
Schools likely to re-open from July 1 in Karnataka
Karnataka Schools re-open: After announcing dates for SSLC examinations in Karnataka to be held in June
Missile attack on Yemen army base in Marib kills seven: sources
ADEN (Reuters) - Houthi fighters in Yemen fired missiles at a military base of the Saudi-backed government in Marib province, northeast of the capital Sanaa, on Tuesday, killing seven people including relatives of the chief of staff, three military sources said.
South Korea examines first suspected cases of syndrome in kids linked to COVID-19
SEOUL (Reuters) - Two children who are the first suspected cases in South Korea of a rare, life-threatening syndrome linked with the new coronavirus, are recovering following treatment, health authorities said on Wednesday.
Woman sacked after viral video of her calling police on black man
A woman who reported a black man to the police after he asked her to put her dog on a lead in New York's Central Park has been fired from her job and had her dog taken away.
Police arrest suspect in Kyoto Animation studio arson attack that killed 36
Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation. Kyoto police said they arrested Shinji Aoba, 42, on murder and arson allegations, 10 months after obtaining…
Koike to announce candidacy in June for Tokyo gubernatorial election
Tokyo Gov Yuriko Koike will announce her candidacy around June 10 for this summer's gubernatorial election in the capital, a source familiar with the situation said Wednesday. Koike, a former defense minister, became governor in 2016 without the backing of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's Liberal Democratic Party. But the party…
Twitter flags Trump's tweets for misinformation and false claims for the first time
President Trump established a direct relation between mail-in ballots and rigged elections. Consequently, Twitter went on to flag those tweets as false claims, and Trump responded strongly to it.
Family Narrates Brutal Murder of Kin by Police During Curfew [VIDEO]
A family narrated the brutal murder of their kin by police officers during curfew...
Uhuru to Host World Presidents in Virtual Meeting on Covid-19
President Uhuru Kenyatta is slated to host a summit involving several heads of state from multiple continents, with deliberations to...
Assam: Nearly 2 lakh people affected, over 8,000 shifted to relief camps in first wave of floods
A total of 35 relief camps and distribution centres have been opened.
Coronavirus: Karnataka wants to reopen religious places from June 1, Yediyurappa writes to PM Modi
The chief minister said lots of permissions are needed before opening up.
Coronavirus: Most viruses, germs don’t spread on flights, says US public health agency
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also said that physical distancing is difficult on flights which may increase a passenger’s risk to Covid-19.
Real Reason Why Landlord Killed Tenant Known As ‘Ofankor Shatta Wale’ At Ofankor In Accra Revealed
The Police seem to be making headway into the investigation of a landlord who gunned down his tenant Benjamin Otchere, 31, at Ofankor in Accra for refusing to vacate a two-bedroom apartment on Saturday, 24th May 2020, the same day his rent expired.
Rise in new COVID cases attributed to Thai returnees
Health officials reported nine new COVID-19 infection cases today, the most since May 4 All involved Thai men returned from overseas who tested positive at government quarantine facilities: two from the United States, one from Qatar and six...
Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him
President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.
For first time, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets
For the first time, Twitter put a warning label under two posts by Donald Trump, prompting the US president to accuse the popular social media platform of "interfering" in the presidential election.
Russian Defence Contractor Reveals Dates of Airborne Missile and Cluster Glide Bomb Delivery
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The serial delivery of Russia's new Broneboyschik (armour piercer) air-launched missiles to the country's army is planned for 2021, documents for...
Twitter labels Trump tweets with fact-checking warning
Apparently, the President's tweets aren't always factually accurate
Kathy Griffin sparks outrage by tweeting President Trump should 'inject air'
Thousands have called for the Secret Service to investigate the comedian.
Boris to face just 20 minutes of MPs' questions about Dominic Cummings
The Prime Minister will appear before the Commons Liaison Committee today.
The first batch of Sri Lankans leaves Doha in special repatriation flight
The first batch of Sri Lankans departed from Doha as part of a repatriation drive by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Qatar, yesterday. A total of 275 were onboard Srilankan Airlines flight UL 218 departed from Hamad International Airport.
Maharashtra: Amid reports of rift in Thackeray-led MVA, Speaker says no 'emergency' or 'political situation' in state
With as many as 54,758 positive cases of COVID-19, Maharashtra is currently is the worst coronavirus affected state in the country.
Shocking moment reckless father is caught tearing across a field on a motorbike with a TODDLER on his lap
A police helicopter captured footage of the 28-year-old father in Coventry. The suspect was detained and has been reported for prosecution for careless driving.
Parents with childcare issues should 'do as Dominic Cummings did', says Cabinet minister Robert Jenrick as he shrugs off party's poll plunge telling 40 Tory MPs calling for aide to be sacked to 'move on'
In a tetchy round of interviews, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said people were entitled to exercise 'personal judgement' over the tough lockdown rules.
'There are so many friggin' half-truths out there': Lance Armstrong is STILL hiding secrets about doping, says his former team-mate Tyler Hamilton - despite claims that new documentary would tell the 'whole explosive story'
Hamilton himself is a serial doping cheat, his final eight-year ban effectively ending his own career, and he insists that Armstrong is only telling 'half-truths' in his new two-part ESPN documentary LANCE.
Substitute host Katie Razzall stands in for Emily Maitlis on tonight's Newsnight after BBC admits she DID breach impartiality rules with amazing diatribe on Dominic Cummings and PM - as viewers demand full Ofcom probe
Reporter Katie Razzall stood in for Emily Maitlis on tonight's Newsnight after the BBC admitted the host breached impartiality rules in an opening monologue about the Dominic Cummings row.
Centre, Maharashtra spar over Shramik Specials ‘going empty’
According to the Railways, based on the demand assessment provided by the Maharashtra government on May 15, 145 trains were planned.
Axis Bank soars 15% on report PE firm Carlyle could pick 8% stake
The private equity firm Carlyle may infuse $1 billion to own up to 8 per cent of Axis Bank, report suggest.
Smart changes LTE SIM upgrade process after SIM-jacking incidents
Smart says it made the process of upgrading to an LTE-capable SIM more secure
Monkey Spotted Walking On Top Of Shelves Inside Hospital Operation Theater In Port-Of-Spain
When medics of Port-of-Spain General Hospital resume elective surgeries, they found a wild monkey roaming about an operation theatre.
Cong to launch 'SpeakUp' campaign to raise voice of poor, migrants, small businesses
The Congress will launch a 'SpeakUp' campaign on May 28 to help raise the voice of the poor, migrants, small businesses and the middle class people before the central government.
'Overall stable and controllable': Amid continuing standoff, China on situation at India border
China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is 'overall stable and controllable,' and both the countries have proper mechanisms and communication channels to resolve the issues through a dialogue and consultation.
Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field: Snapchat
Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters -- forcing
Body of COVID-19 victim cremated in open in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi amid protest by locals
The body of a woman who died due to COVID-19 was cremated in the open on the banks of Suketi Khud in Mandi district, amidst protest by local residents who objected to it over fear of catching the
Oil falls on demand concerns, US-China tensions
Oil prices fell on Wednesday on concerns over how quickly fuel demand will recover even as lockdowns ease in many countries with falling coronavirus cases, with U.S.-China tensions adding to the
Why Trump has an issue with mail-in voting
Voting by mail in its old-fashioned version has traditionally been Republican speciality
This is why a resident thanked Dubai Police on Twitter
A neighbour feud during the Eid holidays led a Dubai resident to call police
Coronavirus: Over 2 million masks distributed to Dubai workers
3 million labourers educated about need to take precautionary measures
Plane crash: 19 bodies of Pakistan International Airlines plane crash victims forcibly taken
Relatives did not even let the authorities conduct DNA tests to identify charred bodies
Presidency denies reports on Buhari canceling appointments, approvals made by Abba Kyari
Nigerian Presidency on Tuesday night denied reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has cancelled appointments and memos
Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops
An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.
'OK, let's make history': hybrid House of Commons convenes to debate COVID-19
"OK, let's make history": with those words from the Speaker of the House of Commons, a hybrid meeting of members of Parliament is now underway.
MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons
Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.
‘How long before we strike back?’: Ice Cube reacts to death of unarmed black man following arrest in Minneapolis
The death of an unarmed black man after a police officer knelt on his neck has sparked outrage, prompting the rapper Ice Cube to tweet: “How long will we go for Blue on Black Crime before we strike
Four police officers fired following death of unarmed black man who had neck knelt on during arrest
Four Minneapolis police officers have been fired after video showed one of them kneeling on the neck of a black man who later died. Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey confirmed the termination of the four
Gayle King says it’s ‘open season’ on black men in America following Amy Cooper and Minneapolis incidents
Gayle King has said it’s “open season” on black men in response to two separate videos of racist behaviour, which circulated online Tuesday (26 May).
Lagos pulls down distressed storey-building - The Nation Nigeria
The Lagos State government on Tuesday demolished a two-storey building located on Western Avenue. The building, situated at ..
Millions gone in Delta market fires - The Nation Nigeria
No fewer than 300 shops were on Tuesday razed in Asaba, the Delta State capital. Gone with shops were articles valued at millions
Haryana liquor scam: Key member to retire on May 31, govt yet to empower SET
About 5,500 boxes of liquor which were recovered from smugglers by police and excise officials in 14 cases had disappeared from its stock in Sonipat district which had prompted the probe into the matter.
Bihar Board Class 10 result: How to file for scrutiny? What is compartment exam?
BSEB 10th result: While 80.50 per cent have cleared the exam, over 2.89 lakh candidates have failed. An additional 1,019 will have to appear for the compartmental exam.
Bar Council of India urges Chief Justice Bobde to re-start courts from June 1
In the letter, BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra asserted that only 10 per cent of the cases are being heard these days despite the fact that there was an 80 per cent pendency of cases in trial courts.
Migrants issue: Randeep Surjewala moves Supreme Court, seeks permission to intervene
Surjewala said he wants to apprise the top court of "certain pertinent measures" that may be considered by the Centre in order to alleviate the plight of migrant labourers who are stranded or travelling long distances.
CPCB shuts UP distillery owned by Rana Gurjit kin, cites pollution
The CPCB also issued notice to the industrial unit, Rana Sugars Ltd (Distillery Division), at village Belwara in Moradabad, as to why a environmental compensation of Rs 3.16 crore should not be levied on it for the violations.
Chief Secy vs Punjab ministers: All eyes on Cabinet today
The Cabinet meeting was called a few hours after Manpreet Badal and Channi met the CM at the latter’s farm house on Monday.
KVSU assists students for online education
The introduction of online education system since COVID-19 lockdown has not been readily appreciated by all as many families do not have access to TV, phone or radio.
Contributions toward combating COVID-19
Churches, individuals and other social organisations have contributed towards COVID-19 fund and also to the quarantine centres with Bibles, gift packages and other essentials.
MLA irked over delay in shifting COVID-19 case
The Alleged delay in shifting COVID-19 positive cases lodged in a quarantine facility irked a legislator in Manipur who also drew the chief minister’s attention to the issue on Wednesday.
Foundation stone laid for DPIN
Foundation stone for Development of Pilgrimage Infrustructure in Nagaland (DPIN) was laid under PRASAD Scheme at Molungkimong village on May 16 by advisor of Tourism, Art and Culture, Khehovi Yepthomi along with minister for Higher Education, Technical Education and Tribal Affairs, Temjen Imna Along.
HK arrests protesters ahead of controversial law discussion
At least 15 people were arrested here on Wednesday by security forces, who have been deployed in greater numbers on the streets in recent hours, ahead of a controversial bill criminalising disrespect to the Chinese anthem being presented before in the Legislative Council.
COVID-19: 5 more test positive in M’laya
Five more persons, including three women tested positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, taking the total of active COVID-19 cases to seven in the state, health official said on Wednesday.
Poll slump hits UK’s Johnson in wake of Cummings scandal
LONDON, May 27 — Support for Boris Johnson has slumped by the sharpest fall for a Conservative party leader in a decade following the Dominic Cummings scandal, according to an opinion poll published today. As the prime minister prepares to be quizzed by senior MPs later today over his...
Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs
WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump today threatened China with fresh tariffs as he stepped up his attacks on Beijing over the coronavirus crisis, saying he had seen evidence linking a Wuhan lab to the contagion. The diatribe from the Republican incumbent came as data showed the United...
Putrajaya delays enforcing law amendment for worker housing improvement
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Ministry of Human Resources said today it would delay enforcing the amendment to a law that would have required employers to improve housing for their workers. Its minister Datuk M. Saravanan said the delay is meant to give companies more time to prepare. Parliament’s...
PJ cops confirm online harassment of DAP reps being looked into
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The police have confirmed they are investigating the online harassment of two DAP assemblymen, after they allegedly received death threats on Facebook. Petaling Jaya police chief Asst Comm Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal said a report was lodged by Bandar Utama assemblyman Jamaliah...
285 Kenyans Killed In Floods, More Than 800,000 Others Affected – CS Wamalwa
Floods have so far claimed 285 lives, Devolution CS Eugene Wamalwa announced on Wednesday.Addressing the media, the CS also noted that the number of people affected has risen to reach 810,655.
Health ministry gets Madagascar’s drug from SGF today
Our Reporters Barring any last-minute change in plan, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, will on Wednesday (today) hand over Madagascan native formulation for the ...
Health ministry gets Madagascar drug from SGF today
Our Reporters Barring any last-minute change in plan, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, will on Wednesday (today) hand over Madagascan native formulation for the ...
KEBS distances itself from viral press statement on Gikambura-Kikuyu relief food incident
At least 20 people were taken ill after consuming suspected poisoned foodstuff
CMCO: 38 detained for gathering to take photos at Taman Semabok Perdana
MELAKA, May 26 — A total of 38 individuals were arrested for gathering to take photograph of the lotus flower scenery at the catchment area in Taman Semabok Perdana today.
WATCH | Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time
Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.
Insecurity: Zamfara PDP hails Buhari on victory over banditry, crimes
At least for once, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is on the same page with the President Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government on a number of issues.
Coronavirus: NCDC announces 276 new cases, total soars to 8,344
Fresh 276 cases of Covid-19 have been announced by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control on Tuesday, bringing the total infection to 8,344, with 16 new deaths.
Everett man identified as victim of deadly gunfire at party
William Thomas Harper III, 28, was shot to death Sunday. His alleged assailant is jailed.
Hundreds of masked guests line up as Tulalip casinos reopen
Tulalip Resort Casino and Quil Ceda Creek opened the doors on Tuesday after a two-month closure.
Saunders: Trump can’t have it both ways on states’ rights
He can’t tell states to lead on the coronavirus response, then tell them how to run their elections.
National anthem bill reignites Hong Kong unrest
Riot police clashed with office workers on their lunch break in Hong Kong on Wednesday after a bill which would outlaw insults to China's national anthem became the latest trigger for unrest.
'We know businesses are hurting': Qld Tourism Minister
Queensland Tourism Minister Kate Jones says it is a delicate balance between health and the economy when dealing with the coronavirus.
House Passes Uighur Bill in Rebuke to China, Sends It to Trump
The U.S. House voted Wednesday to authorize sanctions against Chinese officials for human rights abuses against Muslim minorities, as Congress and the White House ratchet up pressure on the government in Beijing amid rising tensions between the world’s two biggest economies.
Facebook Ran Multi-Year Charm Offensive to Woo State Prosecutors
Sheryl Sandberg’s schedule was packed as the Facebook Inc. chief operating officer arrived in Portland, Oregon, for a summer forum of state prosecutors who were meeting to talk shop and share ideas with one another.
Nevada to reopen casinos June 4, welcoming tourists again
By allowing the casinos to reopen, with new rules on social distancing and sanitizing, the governor said Nevada would again welcome visitors but would be prepared to close down again if there is a spike in cases.
COVID-19: FG, Shell, Eni await new date for $1.1bn Malabu court case in Italy — Investigation
BARELY, a week after the London court had dismissed the $1.1 billion Malabu case, involving the purchase of Oil Prospecting Licence
USD/BRL: 6.00 is a realistic upper barrier – Credit Suisse
Analysts at Credit Suisse think the more forceful FX intervention language and improved external sentiment warrant a range approach to USD/BRL, target
No new reports of fighting despite Afghan ceasefire ending
Appeals for the Taliban to extend a ceasefire with Afghan forces went unanswered Wednesday, but there were no reports of major violence and the militants said they would release some government prisoners.
Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel, says Chidambaram
The Congress has been demanding cash transfer directly to the people's account to the tune of Rs 65,000 crore.
White House defends, but does not explain Donald Trump firing watchdog
A White House letter issued in response to concerns from a prominent Republican senator does little to explain the decision-making behind Trump's recent upheaval of the inspector general community.
Parents still not happy with South Gloucestershire SEND services - two years after damning report
"Too many children and young people with SEND are not achieving their full potential.”
Migrant exodus likely to peak next month, says NITI Aayog affiliate; warns return to cities may take over a year
When will migrants return to the cities? No one knows the answer, but the experts handling the labour issues for decades, believe that only 10 percent of migrant workers have returned to their home states and that the numbers could increase in June and July
India braces for worst locust attack in three decades: Authorities procure drones, pesticides but financial damage from crop loss to be huge
Already overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic, farmers in north India are now worrying over the kharif crop even as a new wave of locust attacks, predicted to be the worst in almost three decades, is expected by June
Congress' RS Surjewala moves SC over migrant crisis; seeks to be heard in suo motu case listed for tomorrow
Surjewala has requested in his plea that the Centre should be directed to come up with a nationwide plan to ease the pressure on India's migrant population
'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families
Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive. He said daily visits to her window at Orchard Villa in Pickering, Ont.
Quebec plan to review status for asylum seekers working in care homes questioned
Quebec Premier Francois Legault's promise to review the status of asylum seekers working in long-term care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic raises more questions than it answers, advocates say.
How much will be enough when it comes to Canada's COVID-19 supply?
OTTAWA — A high-profile announcement by the Liberals this week that automotive giant General Motors would make 10 million medical masks omitted a detail that speaks to the long road ahead in Canada's fight against COVID-19.
Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case
VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.
MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons
OTTAWA — Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.
Cotton trade body writes to Centre seeking early measures to control locust menace
The locust attack in parts of India is feared to pose a threat on the kharif cotton crop in the key growing States. The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has appealed to the Centre for taking immediat
Senior Arab Officials: Senior Saudi, Jordanian officials say moderate Arab states back Israel's sovereignty plan - Middle East
While Arab leaders officially oppose Israel's sovereignty plan, many have backed the plan in closed-door talks with the US.
Israeli Minister Calls on Twitter CEO to Ban Iran’s Khamenei
The Iranian leader is using Twitter “to promote hatred against the Jewish people and the State of Israel,” says newly-appointed Strategic Affairs Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen.
All expelled almajiris welcome to Zamfara - Governor
He said the decision followed "a careful study of almajiri system in the state which only needs to be integrated into western education for the purpose
COVID-19: 875 people commit suicide during lockdown in Nepal
The country has been under lockdown, against coronavirus disease, since March 24.
COVID-19: Kaduna govt extends restrictions by two weeks
It added that according to the COVID-19 review report, "many of the cases recorded in Kaduna State have either been from persons with a history of
Tory councillor calls on Dominic Cummings to apologise for lockdown journey
Bill Binks has been unable to travel down to south-west England to see his family after his daughter-in-law died of cancer
Tortured abductees charged over lockdown hunger protest
ZIMBABWEAN authorities on Tuesday charged three opposition MDC-Alliance party youth leaders, who are victims of abduction and torture, with committing public vi...
285 killed by floods since April - CS Wamalwa
So far, 285 people have lost their lives and 810,655 others affected by floods, mudslides and landslides occasioned by heavy rains in most regions.
World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll
Economic prospects for the developed world this year have darkened again in the past month as the coronavirus pandemic has rolled from Asia to the ...
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem Bill
HONG KONG: Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday (May 27) as activists called for protests against a Bill to ...
Former Head Of Russia's Chuvashia Sues Putin Over Dismissal
In an unprecedented move, the former head of the Russian region of Chuvashia, Mikhail Ignatyev, has filed a lawsuit against President Vladimir Putin challenging a presidential decree that removed him from office in January.
How Productive Has Your Iso Been On A Scale Of 1 To This Guy Building A Huge Ass Kookaburra?
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Jagan Should Answer to the YSRCP Social Media Abuse of Judiciary?
Right from Jagan to the party leaders and cadre, YSR Congress is infamous for linking the judges to Chandrababu Naidu. Finally, the court decided to take them to the task.
FAKE ALERT: This tweet on Chinese army is not from Indian Army’s official handle
News News: Several Twitter users are posting screengrab of a tweet from handle @adgpi_ and taking a dig at Indian Army. Many users (mostly Pakistanis) are sharin
Deputy calls for figures to back up ‘buy local’ campaign
ROBUST data showing why buying goods and services locally is so important is needed as soon as possible so that a convincing case can be made to reinforce the message of the JEP’s Celebrate Local campaign, a States Deputy has said.
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness
The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.
Trudeau points to job listings
UPDATE 8:48 a.m. Wednesday morning was Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's 65th early morning address to Canadians from Ottawa.
Cornish firearms operation followed drugs bust in Plymouth
Police confirm three men - all from Plymouth - have been arrested on suspicion of supplying cocaine
Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong before legislators debate national anthem law
In the Central business district, police shot pepper balls at protesters and searched several people.
Mumbai lockdown: Flight passengers moving to or from airport don't need to carry e-pass
'All flight travellers moving to/from the Mumbai Airport can do so without an e-pass,' Mumbai police tweeted.The domestic flights were allowed to operate with reasonable restrictions, from May 25
Hong Kong on edge before national anthem bill: Live updates
Hong Kong riot police have made arrests and fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.
Spain begins 10-day mourning period for coronavirus victims
Spain has begun an official 10-day mourning period for the tens of thousands of victims of the coronavirus pandemic in the country.
Kerala On Verge Of Community Transmission, Says CM Amid Tussle With Railways
With 963 COVID-19 cases confirmed, Kerala now has 412 patients under treatment and over one lakh under observation.
'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families
Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive.He said daily visits to her win
Quebec plan to review status for asylum seekers working in care homes questioned
Quebec Premier Francois Legault's promise to review the status of asylum seekers working in long-term care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic raises more qu
South Korean national drops plan to leave country
A South Korean national who had come as a technical expert to probe into the styrene vapour leak from LG Polymers plant in Visakhapatnam, dropped his plan to leave the country in the last minute, on W
Arunachal govt equipped to handle possible spike in COVID-19 cases as more people return: Khandu
Around 6,000 have returned to the state so far.
Congress to launch “Speak Up” campaign on economic crisis created by lockdown
Party’s main demand is assistance of ₹10,000 for every family that falls outside I-T bracket
Hours before taking up migrant workers issue, Supreme Court got stinging letter from senior lawyers
They criticised the top court for its “self-effacing deference” to the government
Migrant workers: Randeep Surjewala seeks Supreme Court’s permission to intervene in suo motu case
Congress leader said that the govt. did not have a nationwide action plan to tally the exact number of migrant labourers stranded in various parts of the country
Police called to shut down party at disused industrial unit in Gorton
The revellers left the building after officers spoke with them
Talk of the Town article leads to clean-up operation in Muirhevnamor - Talk of the Town
If you want something done, turn to Talk of the Town! That seems to be the message after a clean up got underway in Muirhevnamor yesterday, less than 24 hours after we highlighted illegal dumping in the area. On Monday we reported how residents of Road 2 and Crescent 1 had been trying to get...Read More→
Xi Jinping says China strengthening armed forces amid tensions with US over coronavirus
Beijing says it will improve its preparedness for military combat. In the background: heightened U.S. tensions.
Uttar Pradesh News: This Lab in Meerut Falsely Tests 6 People COVID-19+, Likely to Lose Licence
The cancellation of the licence of the lab has already been recommended by Meerut District Magistrate Anil Dhingra.
Huawei CFO loses bid to dismiss US extradition request
Huawei Technologies chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou was dealt a setback by a Canadian court on Wednesday as she tries to avoid extradition to the US to face bank fraud charges.
In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets
The US President said Twitter's fact-check warning is stifling freedom of expression and accused the platform of interfering in the US presidential elections.
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness
The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.
Toronto officials to paint physical distancing circles in Trinity Bellwoods on Thursday; Ontario to take over management at five long-term care homes
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Make it CM residence-cum-office, use a portion for memorial: Madras High Court on Jayalalithaa’s Chennai residence
The high court also stated that Deepa and Deepak Jayakumar are legal heirs to the property.
COVID-19: Gov. El-Rufai extends Kaduna lockdown by 2 weeks
Gov. Nasiru El-Rufai has extended the lockdown order in Kaduna State by another two weeks, the state Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe said in a statewide broadcast on Tuesday.
Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time
Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.
No masking it: Biden eyes stark contrast with Trump over virus
Joe Biden squared off with Donald Trump on Tuesday over the wearing of masks one day after the White House challenger emerged from coronavirus-imposed lockdown donning one while the president attended two events bare-faced.
Reconsider decision to convert Jayalalithaa's residence into memorial, HC tells Tamil Nadu government
A division bench of Justices N Kirubakaran and Abdul Quddhose also suggested that 'Veda Nilayam,' located in the upmarket Poes Garden, be converted into the official residence of the chief minister of the state, while a portion of the property can be a memorial if needed.
States' fiscal deficit could hit 4.5% of gross state domestic product: India Ratings
The upward revision was based on the fact that states were already facing lower-than budgeted share in central taxes and subdued own revenue growth, when the lockdown was imposed from March 25. States are likely to see further declines in these receipts in FY21 with the fallout of Covid-19, the report said.
Pence's press secretary back to work after recovering from COVID-19
US Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary Katie Miller said on Tuesday she was back at work after recovering from COVID-19, a case that helped encourage White House officials to start wearing masks and take stricter safety precautions around President Donald Trump.
Pentagon's deputy inspector general resigns; latest in watchdog role to depart
The Defense Department's deputy inspector general resigned on Tuesday, more than a month after President Donald Trump removed him as the Pentagon's acting inspector general, becoming the latest official in a federal oversight role to depart.
How 'militarized' is Indonesia's COVID-19 management?
How local civilian and political institutions and leaders perform will determine whether the next generation of TNI leaders develops trust in those democratic-era institutions.
Bali fights virus same way it attracts tourists – with local customs
Indonesia’s most popular tourist destination, Bali, has its local customs to thank for what officials tout as success in containing the COVID-19 outbreak, as the central government mulls reopening the resort island.
India won't budge on Ladakh in face of China threat
India’s military will match the deployment and mobilisation of the People’s Liberation Army at the LAC
Long-term care home report and JK Rowling's new story; In The News for May 27
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what’s on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 27 …
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill
Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.
Family of Irishman who fell to death in Australia call for candles to be lit in tribute
Three men have been charged with murder of Cian English (19) outside Brisbane
Coronavirus outbreak at South Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.
Stranded overseas, Chinese vent anger on aviation regulator
BEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese citizens, stranded abroad after the coronavirus pandemic caused thousands of flight cancellations, are taking their anger out on China’s aviation regulator.
ICC threatens to shift 2021 T20 World Cup from India over tax issues
The Indian board's request for a deadline extension due to the Covid-19 pandemic has been rejected | ESPN.co.uk
Ray of Hope for Tharaka Woman Tortured by Husband [VIDEO]
Speaking while receiving treatment at JM Memorial hospital in Nyandarua County, the mother of one explained that her one...
Man Asks for Death Penalty After Robbing KDF Officer [VIDEO]
A man in Mombasa stunned the court when he acknowledged that he was ready to face the death penalty after...
At least 300 arrested in flash protests against controversial national anthem bill
Protesters staged flash protests in Causeway Bay, Central and Mong Kok on Wednesday afternoon to denounce a controversial national anthem bill Police said at least 300 people were arrested In Central, hundreds of office workers spilled onto...
COVID-19 lockdown: Children from well-to-do families studying more than those from poorer homesteads
The closure of educational institutions in Uganda March 20 as one of the strategies to stop the spread of novel coronavirus saw over 15 million children sent back...
India’s Top Army Commanders Meet in the Wake of Ongoing Standoff with China
New Delhi (Sputnik): India and China have reinforced troops along their shared border amid a standoff between the armies which has lasted several weeks. The face-off...
'Stalker Situation': Sweden's Chief Epidemiologist Receives Death Threats
Over the course of the coronavirus crisis, Anders Tegnell, Sweden's state epidemiologist, the man often seen as the architect of the country's no-lockdown strategy, has...
Powerful 6.1 Earthquake Hits Off Vanuatu Coast - USGS
The nation in located in a region that is part of the Pacific Ocean basin's "Ring of Fire", notorious for its earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
Emily Maitlis 'echoes feelings of millions' in latest Newsnight monologue
'He made those who struggled to keep to the rules feel like fools, and has allowed many more to assume they can now flout them.'
Planning for full reopening of churches and possible early resumption of Mass
The Catholic Church continues to plan for a full reopening of churches in Ireland and a return to Mass and the Sacraments. By working with health authorities, it will also make a case for early ...
Red tape adds to agonies of crash victim kin
Lack of helpline, coordination between Sindh, Centre increases difficulties for bereaving family members
India's aggressive policy towards neighbours putting regional peace at stake: FM Qureshi
FM says India has also used Afghanistan’s land against Pakistan in the past
India's GDP growth to slow down to 1.5% in Q4, says ICICI Bank report
India's GDP growth is estimated to be 4.2 per cent for full fiscal FY20 and minus 4 per cent for FY21 "with more than Rs 14 lakh crore of real output loss", as per ICICI Bank's research report
Constable from Dadar police station succumbs to COVID-19, death toll mounts to 13 in Mumbai police
A police constable attached to the Dadar police station, who would have turned 55 after a month to become eligible for exemption from duty, succumbed to COVID-19 infection on Tuesday evening
Man, 29, arrested for kidnapping 16-year-old Louise Smith is re-arrested for her murder - as his wife is held for assisting an offender
The teenager, from the Leigh Park area, was reported missing on VE Day earlier this month, with her body discovered in Havant Thicket,
Girl, 13, is ‘beheaded by her father while she slept in Iranian honour killing’: Victim had fallen in love with 34-year-old man
Romina Ashrafi, aged 13, was killed with a sickle in her family home in Hovigh, Talesh county, Iran, as a form of 'punishment', local media have reported.
Two households CAN meet from next week: Lockdown loosening could see socially-distanced family reunions - but how many people can gather and will barbecues be banned?
Ministers are said to have parked proposals for people to be able to mix freely in social 'bubbles' after expert modelling suggested it could lead to a spike in coronavirus .
Black, Asian and minority ethnic people are 54% more likely to be fined under coronavirus lockdown rules than white people, police figures reveal
It has been revealed that black, Asian and minority ethnic people in England are 54 per cent more likely to be fined than white people under the coronavirus laws.
Horrifying moment boy, 12, 'is lured away by Ukrainian paedophile who murdered him and had sex with the child's corpse after luring him to his death by offering him sweets'
WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT: The schoolboy, Rodion Volkov, was returning home from football training when a man approached him in the city of Dnipro, in the central part of the country.
Durham Police's Dominic Cummings probe is being treated as a 'critical incident' and being overseen by its most senior officers in bid to prevent reputational damage to the force
Durham Police has said that it is investigating Dominic Cummings' trip to the county during lockdown at the 'highest levels'.
Boris Johnson's sister Rachel says Dominic Cummings should apologise and admit he 'messed up' and made 'bad decisions' over his lockdown trip to Durham
Rachel Johnson has said Brits are 'unutterably furious' over Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham in March and his subsequent drive to Barnard Castle to test his eyesight in April with his family in the car.
Introducing The Tech Policy Greenhouse: Let's Have Thoughtful Conversations About The Biggest Tech Policy Challenges
Today we're introducing something very new: the Tech Policy Greenhouse. This is a project that I've been working on for about...
Parents free to relocate to seek childcare like Cummings did, says minister
Robert Jenrick says there will be no review of past fines for acting in similar way to PM’s aide
Is Trump going to cruise to re-election on a partial coronavirus recovery?
He might win, but it will be in spite of a horrible economy
Why Biden benefits by disappearing
To win the election, keep Joe out of sight
E-pass not needed for passengers moving to or from airport: Mumbai Police
The domestic flights were allowed to operate by the Central government, with reasonable restrictions, from May 25
Fishermen advised not to sail into rough Arabian sea till June 4
Adam H. Sobel, Atmospheric scientist at the Columbia University has also anticipated a cyclone over the Arabian Sea, early next week.
UP restarts road, bridge projects totalling Rs 31,000 cr as lockdown eases
The state has expedited infra projects to boost economy, create jobs in hinterland
Video claims no arrangement for Covid patients: Delhi HC seeks govts' stand
HC directed the two governments to place before it the status of functional and responsive helpline numbers being operated by them
15 more chargesheets against 294 foreign Nizamuddin attendees: Delhi Police
This comes after the foreigners violated visa conditions and indulged in missionary activities amidst the Covid-19 outbreak in the country, officials said.
UK's Johnson suffers sharp poll fall after Cummings scandal
It adds to a sense of growing revolt over the government's handling of Dominic Cummings, with nearly 40 Tory MPs demanding he lose his job
MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons
Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.
'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families
Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive.
Quebec plan to review status for asylum seekers working in care homes questioned
Quebec Premier Francois Legault's promise to review the status of asylum seekers working in long-term care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic raises more questions than it answers, advocates say.
Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case
The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.
Donald Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering' in US election
US President Donald Trump has alleged that Twitter is "interfering" in the US election and "completely stifling" free speech, after the social media network placed a fact-checking warning on one of
Coronavirus: Joe Biden calls US President Donald Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Tuesday called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a series of recent public events, saying his lack of
Always be safe: President Donald Trump's message to United States
President Donald Trump had a message to offer those who crowded pools and boardwalks over the Memorial Day weekend, defying coronavirus social distancing guidelines: “Always be safe.” Trump did not
EXPLAINED | Hong Kong's China national anthem bill aims to legislate 'respect'
Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem. A second reading of the bill is being held in the legislature on Wednesday.
Is the SAT falling out of favour?
Tests are inherently biased in favour of affluent, white and Asian American students
First direct repatriation flight from Dubai to Goa to depart June 1
149 stranded Goans welcome the move, flight departs 4.35pm Monday
Abu Dhabi Police arrest two teenagers for stunt driving in the rain
The reckless drivers were held after posting videos of the stunt on social media
'Gold Coast stuff': Fears over Treasury Square development
There are fears a $2 billion development at Treasury Square could overshadow Birrarung Marr after the state government sought to sell the land before finalising planning controls.
Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case
The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.
Senate, Reps return to consider revised 2020 budget
The National Assembly will resume tomorrow from its Sallah break to consider President Muhammadu Buhari’s Appropriation (Amendment) Bill, 2020.
NDDC accuses lawmakers of seeking N6.4b fake payment
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) on Tuesday accused some federal lawmakers of demanding payment of N6.4 billion from ...
Africa’s COVID-19 cases now over 115,000, says WHO
THE World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported that coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Africa as at Tuesday, had risen to over 115, 000....
Police rescue abducted siblings in Ebonyi
The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint...
Family of Cian English, 19, who died in tragic balcony fall ask for candles to be lit in his memory
Cian was trying to escape three armed men when he fell to his death
‘Enough local labour available in Punjab for paddy sowing’
"Some migrant labourers are available in Punjab, while we have plans to use direct seeding system and mechanised paddy transplantation as well."
They took good care of me: 9-yr-old after solo flight back from Mumbai
Shiven had left for Mumbai on March 15 with his grandmother after his exams were cancelled on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. His holiday was unexpectedly extended when on March 24, the Centre announced a nationwide lockdown.
Delhi: 57-year-old IRS officer commits suicide
Eish Singhal, DCP (New Delhi) said, “ We received a call from the hospital authorities about the incident. Saxena used a bedsheet to hang himself. We also found a suicide note inside his bedroom... We are probing the matter."
Ravi Shankar Prasad hits out at Rahul Gandhi, says Congress-ruled states imposed lockdown first
Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday had said the aim and purpose of the nationwide lockdown has “failed” and asked the Centre to spell out its strategy now to contain the spread of coronavirus.
‘Unassigned’ coronavirus cases near 3,000, rise as curbs on movement lifted
Cases in the unassigned category make up 2 per cent of the country's 1,45,380 cases of coronavirus infection as of Tuesday, and could potentially skew the case curves of several states
Stock markets mixed as China-US tensions return to fore
HONG KONG, May 27 — Equities were mixed today as profit-taking and worries about deteriorating China-US relations were weighed against optimism over the gradual reopening of economies around the world. Hong Kong extended losses as police fired pepper-ball rounds as anti-China protesters took to...
Johor police bust syndicate that sent drugs to Singapore via courier
JOHOR BARU, May 27 — The Johor police have crippled and seized RM1.03 million worth of illicit drugs from a syndicate that specialises in using the services of a courier company for its distribution in Singapore. It is understood that the syndicate was known to have been active for the past three...
Covid-19: Johor govt urges employers to register with Socso for foreign worker screening
JOHOR BARU, May 27 — The Johor government has urged employers to register under the state’s Social Security Organisation (Socso) so that their foreign migrant workers can be screened for Covid-19. Johor Health and Environment Committee chairman R. Vidyananthan said Johor Socso has been asked to...
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers
TAIPEI, May 27 — Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen today pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong. China’s proposed new security legislation for...
Children’s Day: Janet Afolabi, Apomu queen, distributes noodles, masks to kids
Janet Afolabi, the Olori of Apomu town in Osun, has distributed noodles and facemasks to indigent kids towards marking the 2020 Children's Day in the state.
Kaduna PDP affirms Hunkuyi’s suspension, expels two others
Godwin Isenyo, Kaduna The Peoples Democratic Party in Kaduna State, on Tuesday, expelled two of its members and suspended five others. The Publicity Secretary of the party, Abrahaman Catoh, l...
We were told how to vote on Kindiki's ouster- Millicent Omanga says
I am surprised we are going through this- Millicent Omanga
Covid-19 wrap | Brazil leads daily virus deaths, Montenegro first corona-free European country
Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.
Lockdown: Mixed reaction from religious leaders to relaxed rules for gatherings
There is mixed reaction to President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement that religious gatherings of up to 50 people will be permitted as the country braces itself for the Covid-19 peak.
Segun Oni is not welcomed in PDP, says Fayose
Ekiti state former governor, Ayodele Fayose, has stated that former governor of the state, Segun Oni, is not welcome to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Ekiti
PDP expels 2, affirms suspension of ex-senator Hunkuyi, 6 others
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Kaduna state chapter on Tuesday expelled two of its members Dr. John Danfulani and Ubale Salmanduna without further delay.
I believe President Buhari is leading Nigeria well, says Femi Adesina
Adesina has been in the eye of the storm recently following an article he wrote years ago about the president's new chief of staff, Professor Ibrahim Gambari.
Covid-19: Wike cancels lockdown in Rivers, imposes statewide curfew
Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers state has cancelled his earlier decision to resume lockdown of some parts of the state, imposing a statewide curfew instead.
Under new rules, you will no longer have to pray in your car
Rules issued Wednesday allow the restart of spiritual services — with limits on the number of worshipers.
Police rescue 2 abducted siblings in Ebonyi
The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint.
Coronavirus: Arbroath great-gran Bernie doubles Alzheimer Scotland target with daily walk to happiness
An octogenarian Angus great-gran has completed her own personal lockdown mission with a fundraising walk in support of Alzheimer Scotland.
Exclusive: PM Modi may announce Lockdown 5.0 on Mann Ki Baat, ease restrictions in most of India
Prime Minister Modi is likely to speak on Lockdown 5.0 after the current lockdown ends on May 31. PM Modi will address the nation on May 31 in his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat.
Family demands murder charges after police killing of handcuffed African American
The family of an African American man killed by Minneapolis police while handcuffed in custody demanded Wednesday that the officers be charged with murder.
Amid Tensions With India And US, Xi Jinping Tells Chinese Military To Scale Up Battle Preparedness
Jinping directed the military to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests.
Coronavirus Update: India’s Covid-19 Tally Tops 1.5 Lakh With 6,387 New Cases; Here’s The Latest State-Wise Breakup
The total number of active cases in the country has also increased to 83,004.
‘Damaging’ and ‘hurtful’ - Reception teacher slams comments made about Notts teachers
She was responding to comments by the leader of Nottinghamshire County Council
Power of Attorney given to stock brokers: What’s changing from June 1, 2020?
In the aftermath of the Karvy Stock Broking scandal which revealed misuse of Power of Attorney (PoA) issued by clients in favour of their stock broker, market regulator Securities and Exchange Board o
Lawrence Wong: Expected rise in cases NOT because of migrant workers
Lawrence Wong: Expected rise in cases NOT because of migrant workers
New poll shows Israeli Right taking largest lead over Left-Center bloc yet - Inside Israel
New poll shows right-wing bloc winning 67 seats versus 47 for center-left bloc, giving the Right its largest lead ever.
Popular Ayrshire pub set alight as 'callous' firebugs target venue
The Kings Arms in Fenwick was set ablaze before local residents alerted the fire brigade who managed to prevent any major damage.
Human tragedy of migrant workers: Heartbreaking video of toddler trying to wake up dead mother at Muzaffarpur station shocks nation
In a devastating twist to the ongoing human tragedy of migrant workers, a video of a toddler desperately trying to wake up his dead mother at Muzaffarpur railway station has gone viral on social media.
Developing story: Senator Omanga faces Jubilee disciplinary committee
Ruling Party pumps up the pressure on rebel legislators with Nominated Senator Omanga appearing before a disciplinary committe
Man arrested over deadly 2019 fire at Japanese animation studio
TOKYO: Japanese police on Wednesday (May 27) arrested the man suspected of killing 36 people at Kyoto Animation last July after he had spent 10 ...
Japan PM vows to back corporate financing with second extra budget
TOKYO: Japan's government will provide 140 trillion yen (US$1.3 trillion) to back financing of Japanese firms hit by the economic fallout from the ...
China reports one new mainland COVID-19 case vs seven a day earlier
China reported 1 new confirmed coronavirus case in the mainland as of end-May 26, up from 7 a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims ...
Workplace reforms are ‘worth it’, says ACTU boss Sally McManus
Unions, employers and government will work together on industrial relations reforms to help kickstart the economy in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Concerns for port workers aboard virus-struck ship
WA port workers boarded a live export ship before a COVID-19 outbreak was confirmed, and there are concerns they and their families have been exposed.
China's Xi urges preparedness for military combat amid coronavirus epidemic
Xi was attending a plenary meeting of the delegation of the People’s Liberation Army
12-year-old Jay’Aina Patton develops app to connect children with incarcerated parents
Jay’Aina Patton was just three years old when her father, Antoine Patton fell foul of the law leading to his incarceration for gun possession.
‘It’s a shame’ – Democrats rant as Ilhan Omar says she believes rape accuser, but supports Biden
Americans in the Democratic Party have reacted swiftly to comments made by Minnesota Democratic Congresswoman, Ilhan Omar, which said that
Former Uzbek Military Think-Tank Chief Gets 12 Years In Prison For Treason
Rafik Saifulin, the former chief of Uzbekistan's presidential military think tank, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after being found guilty of high treason.
Nation's first astronaut launch since 2011 still 'go for launch' despite weather concerns
Weather conditions threatening to scrub the nation’s first astronaut launch in nine years are improving, NASA said Tuesday.
Taliban reacts to release of 900 prisoners of the group by Afghan government
The Taliban group reacted to the release of 900 prisoners of the group by the Afghan government, calling it ‘a good progress’.
AP Secretariat on Corona Alert
On the other side, Andhra Pradesh Government is likely to conduct Corona tests to all the 3,000 staff working in the AP Secretariat.
Xi Jinping urges China's army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city's freedoms
China is expected to pass controversial national security laws for Hong Kong on Thursday, prompting renewed protests in the city.
Romualdez: DCC to approve P1.5Tr SAP under CURES Act
THE Defeat COVID-19 Committee (DCC) co-chaired by House Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez and Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano will approve this Thursday the P1.5 trillion social amelioration program under the proposed “COVID-19 Unemployment Reduction Economic Stimulus (CURES) Act of 2020."
Police swarm HK ahead of flashpoint anthem debate
HONG KONG, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - Hong Kong riot police ringed the city's legislature on Wednesday to stifle protests ahead of a debate over a law that bans insulting China's national anthem, the la
Scots man jailed after downing Buckfast and threatening to kill his mum TWICE, shouting ‘I’ll f***ing kill my fat maw’
A MAN has been jailed after downing a bottle and a half of Buckfast and threatening to slit his mother’s throat. Anthony Shaw, 28, flew into a rage without warning at his mum’s home in …
Man saved from River Forth and rushed to hospital as cops lock down two bridges
A MAN was rescued from the River Forth and rushed to hospital as cops locked down to bridges. Police confirmed that Clackmannanshire Bridge and Kincardine Bridge had been shut off as they dealt wit…
Boris Johnson leaves the dirty work to everyone else
Britain’s prime minister has centralized power but he doesn’t seem to want to use it.
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan'
Four patients test positive even after 14 days of isolation, treatment
The Hassan district administration is worried as four patients, who were found positive to the COVID-19 infection on May 12, remained infected even 12 days after they were hospitalised. Five people, w
Churches, mosques too will be opened from June 1, says CM Yediyurappa
A day after the State government took a decision on re-opening of nearly 35,000 Muzrai temples from June 1, Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa on Wednesday said churches and mosques too will be allowed t
AP COVID-19 tally surpasses 3,000 mark
One death, 134 fresh COVID positive cases reported in the State
Migrant workers | Video of baby with dead mother in Bihar railway station goes viral
In another incident, the body of a woman was deboarded at Mansi station.
Rhys Jones' killer pictured for first time since jailed after 'chatting up woman online'
Sean Mercer, who shot 11-year-old Rhys in a Liverpool playground in 2007, was 'openly using a phone to have a relationship with a woman on the outside' for eight months, it is alleged
Companies Act amended, contributions to PM CARES Fund to be considered as CSR | Economy News
New Delhi: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has issued a notification that contributions to the PM CARES Fund will be … Companies Act amended, contributions to PM CARES Fund to be considered as CSR | Economy News Read More »
Ukraine in UN urges Russia to give up "logic of war" in Donbas
Ukraine has also recalled Russia must implement its obligations under the Minsk Agreements.
Donbas warzone update: One Ukrainian soldier killed amid six attacks on May 26
Joint Forces returned fire to each enemy shelling.
China’s survey team summits Mt Everest to remeasure its height
According to China’s measurement the height of Mount Everest is 8844.43 meters which is four meters less than Nepal’s calculations, the state media reported.
Xi Jinping urges China's army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city's freedoms
China is expected to pass controversial national security laws for Hong Kong on Thursday, prompting renewed protests in the city.
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan's most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong. China's proposed new security legislation for the former
Israeli president calls Australian PM after teacher's ruling
Israeli President Reuven Rivlin said he spoke Wednesday with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, following an Israeli court ruling that a former teacher accused of sexually abusing her students in Australia was fit to stand trial and be extradited. Rivlin noted that the matter was central to his
'Why Can't Private Hospitals Built on Free Land Give Free Treatment to COVID-19 Patients', SC Asks Centre
This comes a day after the Supreme Court took cognizance of the miseries of migrant workers across the country and said there have been inadequacies and certain lapses by the Centre and the states
Analysis: Does COVID-19 offer an opportunity for a green recovery?
But the task facing governments, however, is still a mammoth one. How to remove subsidies for carbon-based fuel without harming the recovery?
Suspicious 3-alarm fire guts home in New Jersey, spreads to 2 others
A three-alarm fire leveled one home and damaged two others in New Jersey Wednesday morning, and police have labeled the blaze suspicious.
Trump urges GOP to vote 'NO' on FISA bill, citing Russia probe concerns
President Trump on Tuesday night warned that Republicans should vote against the reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), the controversial measure that sets up a separate legal avenue for the U.S. government to get permission to spy on individuals who might be agents of a foreign power in the United States.
Reports: 2 horses trained by Bob Baffert fail drug tests
Two horses from the barn of two-time Triple Crown-winning trainer Bob Baffert have tested positive for a banned substance, according to published reports.
Bill Clinton visited Epstein’s ‘orgy island,’ Netflix doc claims – but ex-president still denies it
Former President Bill Clinton insists he never visited the notorious “orgy island” of his late ex-pal Jeffrey Epstein – but now a second person begs to differ.
Tecra Muigai: Court to rule on suspect’s bond
Court will fix bond terms on Wednesday at 2.30pm.
Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field — Snapchat
Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters -- forcing presidential candidates to turn to Snapchat instead.
NDDC saga: Agbamuche denies fronting for NASS members
The last is yet to be heard of the crises rocking the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as one of its contractors, Chief Nelson Agbamuche has see enied ever fronting for members of the national Assembly.
Protests over death of black man in Minneapolis
Police in Minneapolis fired tear gas and bean bag rounds at crowds protesting the death of a black man who was held by officers on the ground while being handcuffed.
1,500 scientists warn of third-level funding crisis
An open letter signed by 1,500 Irish scientists has warned of the funding crisis facing the country's third-level sector and called for the establishment of a government Department of Higher Education and Research, as a means of addressing it.
Saudi takeover of Newcastle United in doubt after WTO finding
The prospect of the Saudi Arabian Government taking a majority stake in Newcastle United has suff...
China’s increasing belligerence in South China Sea threatens international peace and regional stability
The unilateral action by China to ban fishing in SCS and threat fisherman is bullying tactic, according to experts. The threat by China to its neighbours must be met through solidarity and unity among Chinas neighbours and members of the international community.
Rahul trying to 'weaken' country's resolve against coronavirus: BJP
Prasad cited comments made by Gandhi since the threat of coronavirus emerged in the country to allege that all Gandhi has done is to demoralise people and indulge in politics while seeking publicity.
New Yorkers disapprove of Gov. Cuomo’s handling of nursing homes: poll
Gov. Andrew Cuomo is taking a hit over his administration’s handling of nursing homes amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new poll released Wednesday. The number of New Yorkers who
White House says late-June G7 summit would be great reopening example
President Donald Trump believes there would be "no greater example of reopening" than holding a summit of Group of Seven leaders in the United States near the end of June, the White House said on Tuesday.
High Court orders Telangana to test all dead bodies for Covid-19
Using strong words, two-judge bench tells state government to release data on tests on guest workers
Chaos at airports continue as flights resume
Around 630 flights were cancelled on Monday while on Tuesday 80 flights were cancelled at Delhi alone.
Lapses in handling human crisis: Supreme Court to Centre on miseries of migrants
The court also issued notice to all the states and UTs, directing them to submit their response by Thursday.
'Gold Coast stuff': Fears over Treasury Square development
There are fears a $2 billion development at Treasury Square could overshadow Birrarung Marr after the state government sought to sell the land before finalising planning controls.
More than 300 arrested in Hong Kong amid renewed protests
Thousands take to streets to oppose Beijing-backed laws curtailing city’s freedoms
Hong Kong: Police arrest 180, fire pepper guns on protesters
May 27 (UPI) -- Police in Hong Kong arrested at least 180 people and fired non-lethal pepper balls at protesters on Wednesday as people took to the streets to demonstrate against a China-proposed national security law critics fear will further strip the semi-autonomous region of its rights and freedoms.
Watch - Wrecked car inside police cordon as Mary Street in Balsall Heath is sealed off
Detectives and a search team were at the scene as the road remained closed for several hours following late-night incident
Xi Jinping urges China’s army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city’s freedoms
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged his army to increase its preparedness for “armed combat” as protests in Hong Kong ramp up over a proposed new law that would effectively strip away the city’s autonomy.
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong.
Lockdown Barber Shops Ordered to Close by Trading Standards
A war led by the BBC on barber shops caught defying the lockdown to offer haircuts has ended, after the local trading standards department ordered the closing of around 20 rule-flouting hairdressers.
Brits will be able to host small outdoor gatherings next month and kids can FINALLY see their grandparents
Ministers are currently discussing new measures
Preview of Jeffrey Epstein Netflix documentary horrifies Lorraine Kelly on Good Morning Britain
Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich is available to watch on Netflix now
KEBS Forced to Respond to Ruto Fake Donations Report
KEBS was forced to respond to the fake Gikambura donations report...
Court Releases Keroche Heiress Boyfriend Omar Lali
Tecra's laywers wanted the court to extend Lali's detention but the court did not find a reason...
Japan Enacts High-Tech 'Super City' Bill Where AI, Big Data and Other Technologies Are Utilized To Resolve Social Problems
The Diet enacted a bill Wednesday to create "super cities" where artificial intelligence, big data and other technologies are utilized to resolve social problems. The Japan Times reports: The bill revising the national strategic special zone law passed the House of Councilors by a majority vote wit...
More than 1600 Corona Infected Patients reported in Chennai -
There is a continuous increase in the cases of corona virus in the country and new cases of corona virus
Grambling State to gradually reopen campus for employees in June
GSU's reopening plans include temperature scans, face masks, hand sanitizing stations, and limited building entry points across campus.
Every child care provider in La. to receive free supplies to ensure safe reopening
Louisiana has 1,649 licensed child care providers who will receive supplies.
Suspension rust problem forces Mitsubishi to recall vehicles
Mitsubishi is recalling nearly 223,000 vehicles in Canada and 22 cold-weather U.S. states because suspension parts can rust, detach and cause drivers to lose control.
Police appeal as swan dies after being attacked by dog
The RSPCA attended the incident
Hong Kong Police Arrest 16 Demonstrators Ahead of Anthem Bill Debate - Reports
BEIJING (Sputnik) - According to the South China Morning Post, the group was arrested ahead of planned demonstrations against the new bill that would criminalize...
Twitterati Flip Out Over Karntaka Chief's Decision to Reopen Places of Worship Amid Pandemic
New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been witnessing a sharp spike in the number of COVID-19 cases despite a strict lockdown which has seen all places of worship in the...
Trump Calls on New York Times to Return Pulitzer Prizes for 'Flawed Coverage'
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - One of the awards the newspaper received was the 2020 prize for international reporting with a series of articles that proclaimed to show the...
Queen Allows Boris Johnson to Jog in Buckingham Palace Grounds After Coronavirus Battle
The British Prime Minister, a regular jogger, has been exercising in the gardens of the royal palace after security concerns ruled out the use of public places to...
Government backtracks on Matt Hancock's promise to review lockdown fines
A senior minister said there would be no formal review into parents who may have been fined for making childcare related travel.
Sex workers reveal best positions they think may limit the spread of coronavirus
They also say sex workers should wear mouth and nose coverings at all times.
Protests, police crackdowns return to Hong Kong as Beijing tightens grip
"This is the future of Hong Kong under National Security Law: No freedom of assembly and speech."
Austerity following pandemic spending 'unacceptable'
Official austerity following massive Government spending during the coronavirus pandemic would be unacceptable, workers in Northern Ireland said.
Covid-19 ‘has been taken off the streets' in Republic
Covid-19 has been moved off the streets of Ireland and is mainly being spread among households, the chief clinical officer has said.
Antrim and Newtownabbey residents 'extremely sensitive' over grass cutting
“Complaints have already been received in relation to the lack of grass cutting, despite awareness of the restrictions due to the virus.”
Meat Seller’s Family Party Is A COVID-19 Super-Spreader
HYDERABAD: A family get-together organized by a meat seller of the city in utter disregard for COVID-19 preventive measures has ended up as a super-spreader for the dreaded virus on Tuesday. As many
Delhi High Court directs Centre, AAP to present steps taken to tackle COVID-19 cases
The bench observed that a person, whose family or friend is found COVID-19 positive, they should be able to call the helplines to not only report such occurrence, but to also seek medical guidance and assistance, if hospitalisation is necessary keeping in view of the condition of the patient.
First virus-era Chinese expedition measures Everest
Beijing - A group of Chinese surveyors on Wednesday became the first team this year to summit Mount Everest, where they will try to pinpoint the height of the world's tallest peak using satellite technology.
Kerala likely to resume sale of alcohol from May 28
The Kerala government has approved the resumption of the sale of alcoholic beverages in the state beginning Thursday, said sources, even as the state is witnessing a spike in COVID-19 cases following the easing of restrictions and arrival of Keralites from abroad and other parts of the country.
No one can threaten Modi's India: Ravi Shankar Prasad amid rising tension in east Ladakh
Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday demanded from the government a statement on the stand-off at the border in Ladakh and Sikkim and relations with Nepal.
Historic deal preserves millions of pollination corridors for monarch butterflies
Historic agreement gives monarch butterflies and other pollinators millions of acres of new habitat along roadside rights-of-way.
Maharashtra: CM Uddhav Thackeray on shaky ground as murmurs of rift within MVA grow, Sharad Pawar takes centrestage
The MVA government continues to face a relentless attack from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party over poor handling of the COVID situation.
The right's 'rule of law' hypocrisy
The same right-wing movement that cheers President Trump's draconian immigration crackdowns in the name of enforcing the "rule of law" is now in full defiance mode against the lockdowns in the name of freedom
Locust swarms headed towards Delhi; crops threatened in many states
Higher than normal temperatures have helped locusts spread more rapidly in different parts of the states
Call Of Duty: Warzone's Terrific New Mode Is Already Gone
Warzone just lost one of its best limited-time modes. The May 26 playlist update axed Call of Duty’s classic battle royale experience, a mere three days after its debut. The limited-time trios mode was called “BR Classic” and was just added to Warzone on Friday. “BR Classic” catered to players looking for...
Kuwait MP set to grill finance minister over fund corruption
The corruption case involves a Malaysian Fund and a Chinese company
COVID-19: Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old
Latest case brings to 103 the number of deaths recorded in Australia
How my pregnant sister was killed by her husband – Man narrates
A Nigerian man has alleged that his pregnant sister who died immediately after child birth was killed by her husband after he abused her while she was heavily pregnant. The man identified as Prince Iyase Kelvin
Police officer tells Black man to lick his own urine (Video)
The moment a police officer asked an Illinois black man to lick his own urine was captured on camera and the video has since gone viral on the internet. The man who was a federal safety
Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of unarmed black man
The death comes amid outrage over the death of Ahmaud Arbery, a black man shot by a white father and son while jogging
Family violence hubs rushed, poorly implemented: auditor
The state's auditor has slammed the roll-out of a key Andrews government reform in response to the 2016 royal commission into family violence.
Ethics committee to govern councillor inappropriate conduct complaints
The new ethics committee will be bipartisan with both LNP and Labor councillors sitting on it.
U.N. calls meeting to boost pandemic support for developing countries
WASHINGTON, May 26 (Reuters) - U.N. officials said they will meet on Thursday with over a dozen world leaders to discuss shoring up financial support for emerging economies, hit hard by the pandemic's economic fallout.
'Disturbing' Ont. long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families
When a bombshell report from the Canadian Armed Forces outlining a litany of problems at five long-term care homes released on Tuesday, family members say they're not surprised.
Commission to propose EU budget of €1.1T for seven years
Figure would raise spending compared to current seven-year budget for EU27.
JUST IN: NBC fines three stations for infractions
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has sanctioned three broadcast station for their reports on COVID-19 considered inappropriate...
Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time
Twitter issued a fact check of some of Donald Trump’s tweets on Tuesday, marking the first time the U.S. president’s favoured social media...
Man Killed For Stealing From Prophet Bushiri In South Africa
Man killed for stealing from prophet Bushiri in South Africa. Another was rushed to hospital where he is currentlyu receiving medical treatment.
Bru resettlement in North Tripura hits roadblock as civil societies threaten bandh
As per the resettlement agreement signed by the central government in January this year, 32,000 Bru migrants living in Tripura since 1997 would be permanently settled in the state.
Stranded overseas, Chinese vent anger on aviation regulator
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has been flooded with tens of thousands of social media comments criticising it and the Chinese government for the small number of flight options to bring home the people stranded overseas.
Jayalalithaa’s niece, nephew to inherit assets worth over Rs 900 crore
The judgment comes in the wake of an ordinance passed by Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit for the state government to temporarily take possession of former Tamil Nadu chief minister’s residence and other movable items
Hungarian cyclist quarantined in Bihar for ‘over 55 days’, Tejashwi Yadav offers help
“You brought a healthy man into a hospital. Can you imagine being in a hospital for 55 days in a healthy condition? I must be free now,” the Hungarian is heard saying in a video that has gone viral on social media.
Amid tensions at LAC, China says situation at India border ‘stable and controllable’
"We are committed to safeguarding our territorial sovereignty and security, and safeguarding peace and stability in the border areas. We are capable of resolving the issues properly though dialogue and consultation," China's Foreign Ministry spokesman said.
New Finas chairman pledges to strengthen creative industry
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The new chairman of the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas), Zakaria Abd Hamid, will meet stakeholders of the arts industry soon to discuss its direction and ways to strengthen development of the local creative industry. Zakaria said he is committed to...
Two former athletes diagnosed with Covid-19 have recovered, says National Athletes Welfare Foundation
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Two former national athletes previously found to be positive for Covid-19, have fully recovered from the virus, said National Athletes Welfare Foundation (Yakeb) chairman Datuk Noorul Ariffin Abdul Majeed. He confirmed that the two, namely Ani Nios, a former track and field...
MTUC calls for tripartite meeting to solve foreign workers issues
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Malaysian Trade Union Congress (MTUC) has called for a tripartite meeting of government, employers and employees’ representatives to be held soon to address foreign workers’ housing issues to prevent a spike in Covid-19 cases. MTUC secretary-general J. Solomon said...
Dr Noor Hisham: No other Covid-19 case yet from post-Cabinet meeting that led to PM being quarantined
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The government officer, who tested positive for Covid-19 after attending a recent post-Cabinet meeting, is recovering well and still shows no other symptoms of the disease, aside from lethargy, said Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah. He reiterated that...
Covid-19: Cuepacs wants depot staff welfare to be prioritised
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs) has urged the government to provide sufficient personal protective equipment (PPE) to all Immigration Detention Depot (DTI) personnel to prevent the risk of Covid-19 infection. Cuepacs president...
38 Suspected Online Grooming Paedophiles Arrested in London
Police seized dozens of laptops, tablets, and phones from suspected online grooming paedophiles in London, arresting 38.
Court Declines To Continue Holding Tecra’s Boyfriend Omar Lali For Another Week
A Lamu court has declined to have the police continue holding Omar Lali, the boyfriend of Tecra Muigai - the late daughter of Keroche Breweries proprietors Tabitha and Joseph Karanja.Mr Lali has b
400 Hawaii National Guard troops coming off coronavirus duty | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The number of Hawaii National Guard troops on federal active duty for the coronavirus pandemic will drop early next week to 800 from 1,200 as part of a Pentagon “right-sizing” ahead of a “hard stop” set for June 24 for the deployment of almost 46,000 citizen soldiers nationwide, officials said.
Off the News: Don’t let your virus guard down | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The COVID-19 infections in Hawaii were seemingly squashed, so why not go out to the beach?
Promoter, alcohol vendor under investigation after large, illegal beach parties broken up on Oahu | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The Honolulu Liquor Commission and law enforcement agencies are investigating two businesses that may have organized and profited from massive parties that violated COVID-19 emergency rules and liquor and permitting laws over Memorial Day weekend at Waimea Bay Beach Park and Kaena Point State Park.
Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month
The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.
Amnesty demands release of journalist who criticised Lai Mohammed
Eniola Akinkuotu, Abuja Rights group, Amnesty International, has called on the Nigeria Police Force to immediately release broadcast journalist, Rotimi Jolayemi, who has spent three weeks in cus...
Nigerian military condones sexual abuse of children in custody – Amnesty
Eniola Akinkuotu, Abuja Global rights group, Amnesty International, has condemned the treatment of children arrested for allegedly engaging in terrorism. Amnesty said the children were locked...
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The Memo: Trump tweets cross into new territory
President Trump’s critics are sounding the alarm as his public comments and tweets cross new lines with the 2020 election less than six months away.
Mail ballot surge places Postal Service under spotlight
The coronavirus pandemic has pushed millions of voters to request their ballots by mail, a rapid increase that is likely to change the shape of the 2020 electorate and put incredible strain on an
How lawmaker ties helped shape Fed chairman's COVID-19 response
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's deep ties with lawmakers are paying off as the central bank deploys trillions of dollars in financial support for the economy with the blessing of Congress.
WATCH | Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial
If passed into law by Hong Kong's legislature, the bill will make 'disrespect' of the Chinese national anthem a crime.
Snow shuts down major roads in Eastern Cape
Dangerous driving conditions due to consistent snowfall in the Eastern Cape has forced provincial transport authorities to close parts of major roads in the province.
Buhari will be showcased as COVID-19 hero in Africa, says Garba Shehu
The senior special assistant to the president, Mallam Garba Shehu, has predicted that Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari will be showcased as a COVID-19 hero.
UPDATED: Presidency denies Buhari is probing late Kyari's office, appointments
The Nigerian Presidency has denied reports claiming that the country's leader Muhammadu Buhari is probing the office of his late chief of staff, Abba Kyari.
Ramatu Aliyu: FCT state minister donates salary for inmates release
Minister of State for Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Hajia Ramatu Aliyu, has channelled her May salary towards the release of five inmates from Kuje prison.
Hong Kong Police Overwhelm Protesters Now Crying ‘Independence’
In the first major test of Hong Kong’s protest movement in 2020, it became clear that demonstrators face a more formidable challenge in reigniting the street power that humbled China last year -- and that Beijing’s moves could inspire a shift toward more radical views.
Keeping Jurors Six Feet Apart Is a Challenge for Courts to Reopen
As the world’s courthouses prepare to reopen, many are installing Plexiglass “sneeze barriers” and instituting face-mask requirements for litigants and court staff. But one especially vexing problem remains: how to bring back the jury and where to put them.
GRAPHIC: Swift firings for Minneapolis officers in death of black man
The Minneapolis police chief said the department would conduct a full internal investigation, and prosecutors will decide whether to file criminal charges against the officers involved.
Suspect arrested after security officer fatally gunned down
Another security was shot at by the suspects a few metres away from where the guard was shot and killed.
Nepal postpones scheduled discussion on constitutional amendment to update map
Kathmandu: The discussion to amend Nepal's constitution to update the country's map, earlier slated for Wednesday, now has been taken out of schedule. Nepal's House of Representatives was scheduled...
NDDC Probe: Leave me out of your battles with NASS, Agbamuche tells Ojuogboh, NDDC
A High Chief from Odozi-Ani of Akwukwu Igbo Kingdom of Delta State, Nelson Agbamuche has dissociated himself from the brewing...
May 27: 17 New Cases of COVID-19 in Bulgaria - Total Reached 2460
The National Operations Headquarters provided up-to-date data on the situation with the coronavirus in the country during the regular morning briefing. 17 new positive probes have been identified.
Toddler tries to awaken dead mother at Bihar station, viral video brings out migrants tragedy
In the video, the child tries to awaken his mother who has passed away at a railway station. Her body is covered in a sheet of cloth. Unaware that his mother has died, the child tries to wake her up by lifting the cloth repeatedly
As Covid-19 cases rise in 17 states, Americans still divided on whether masks should be mandated
(CNN) — As more places across the US offer people a chance to shop or dine inside, the issue of whether to wear a mask has...
Twitter is 'Interfering' in US Election, 'Stifling' Free Speech, Alleges Trump
US President Donald Trump has alleged that Twitter is "interfering" in the US election and 'completely stifling' free speech, after the social media
12 Injured After Mob Resorts to Stone Pelting in Odisha; Fed Up With Lockdown Measures
At least 12 police personnel and a journalist were injured when a mob indulged in stone-pelting in the steel city of Rourkela on Tuesday, demanding
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic
Vancouver resident Trixie Ling recalls her disgust and anger after a passing stranger taunted her with racial and sexual slurs in early May. Then he spat on her face.
'Stop partying', LA police warn Hollywood Hills neighborhood
Authorities in Los Angeles have warned residents of the city's Hollywood Hills neighborhood to tone down their house parties which have become a major problem during the global coronavirus pandemic.
Man arrested over deadly arson at Japanese animation studio: media
Japanese police on Wednesday formally arrested a man on suspicion of an arson attack on an animation studio in the city of Kyoto last year that killed 36 people, local media reported.
Amid reports of rift, Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with MVA alliance partners
The discussion on the ongoing lockdown and the decision of lifting it in some areas are on the agenda list of this meeting.
Madras HC puts brakes on state government's plan to convert Jayalalitha's house into memorial
The court said that the former CM's niece J Deepa and nephew J Deepa are her class II legal heirs and only a portion of the property can be converted to a memorial if required.
Quarter-of-a-mile queue forms at tip on first day of reopening
Keynsham Recycling Centre opened today at 8am
President Donal Trump to attend launch of NASA astronauts for the first time in nine years, from America
Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken are scheduled to blast off on Thursday, 2.00 am IST from launch pad 39A from the Kennedy Space Centre.
Nizamuddin Markaz case: Delhi Police to file 15 chargesheets against 294 foreigners who attended Tablighi Jamaat meet
Delhi Police will file 15 chargesheets against 294 foreign nationals in the Saket court today in connection with the Tablighi Jamaat congregation at Markaz in Delhi's Nizamuddin area
Karnataka to open temples, mosques, churches after 31 May; awaiting Centre’s guidelines on opening malls, theatres, says BS Yediyurappa
Karnataka Chief Minister Yediyurappa on Wednesday said that his government will re-open temples, mosques and churches in the state after 31 May
Swarms Of Locusts Unleash Havoc In Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh And Other States
This year’s locust attack has been termed the worst in two decades, with Rajasthan having suffered the harshest blow.
BS Yediyurappa Following PM By Not Fulfilling COVID-19 Package Promise: Siddaramaiah
Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Wednesday hit out at Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa-led Karnataka government for allegedly "betraying" the people by not fulfilling its Rs 1,610 crore COVID-19 package promise.
In Top Court Petition, Congress Seeks Nationwide Plan For Migrants
A nationwide list should be prepared on urgent basis "to identity and accurately tally the total number of migrant labourers who continue to be stranded" amid coronavirus lockdown, the Congress said today in a petition filed in the Supreme Court.
'Mr. Trump is debasing his office': The famously conservative Wall Street Journal editorial board slammed the president for pushing a Joe Scarborough murder conspiracy theory, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - President Donald Trump has been pushing a debunked theory that the "Morning Joe" cohost was involved in the 2001 death of a congressional aide.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A Lake of the Ozarks bar defended hosting a packed pool party, saying that social distancing isn't the law and that it checked everyone's temperature, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The owner of Backwater Jack's bar at Lake of the Ozarks responded to criticism of his pool party, saying social distancing isn't enforceable.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Man in 'serious condition' after crash in Nottingham city centre
The road has since reopened
Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia announces reopening of mosques
The Saudi Press Agency published a statement
Hundreds demonstrate in Tel-Aviv against the Supreme Court: 'The people are the Sovereign' - Inside Israel
Demonstrators gather in Tel Aviv to protest Israeli Supreme Court's rulings against terrorist home demolition, infiltrator deportations.
The Problem with Trump’s “Bloodlines”
President Trump’s recent remark about Henry Ford’s “good bloodlines” has aroused curiosity and controversy.
Twitter issues fact check of Trump's tweets for first time
The label says “Get the facts about mail-in ballots,” and then redirects users to news articles and a bulleted list refuting Mr Trump’s claims.
Kindiki affirms loyalty to President, appeals for compensation for region
Kindiki also pleaded with the national government to complete stalled projects in the region.
Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man
MINNEAPOLIS: Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday (May 27) over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face ...
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation: Reports
HONG KONG: Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, Hong Kong media ...
Explainer: Hong Kong's China national anthem Bill aims to legislate 'respect'
Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem.
Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old
Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having ...
‘I can’t breathe’ – Here’s what we know about George Floyd’s death in the hands of Minneapolis police
George Floyd, an African-American man, died after a white Minneapolis cop who arrested him knelt on his neck despite pleading that he could not breathe.
Mercury hits 50 degrees in Rajasthan’s Churu, says India Meteorological Department
India Meteorological Department (IMD) said severe heatwave conditions will prevail in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana today.
Delhi High Court asks Centre, Delhi govt to file status report on arrangements and helplines to deal with COVID-19 patients
High Court has also asked the two governments to assess the adequacy of the helpline capacity and state whether the same is sufficient to deal with the present call traffic.
Lockdown 4.0: Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh junks rumours, says there will be no Army in Mumbai, Pune
Some rumour are doing round the Internet that CM Uddhav Thackeray might be releasing control and the city is going to be under Army. Now, the rumors have been scraped by Maharashtra Home Minister.
'Mr. Trump is debasing his office': The famously conservative Wall Street Journal editorial board slammed the president for pushing a Joe Scarborough murder conspiracy theory
President Donald Trump has been pushing a debunked theory that the "Morning Joe" cohost was involved in the 2001 death of a congressional aide.
A Lake of the Ozarks bar defended hosting a packed pool party, saying that social distancing isn't the law and that it checked everyone's temperature
The owner of Backwater Jack's bar at Lake of the Ozarks responded to criticism of his pool party, saying social distancing isn't enforceable.
Lockdown: Toddler's failed attempt to wake up dead mother leaves internet, conscience shaken
India News: A toddler's vain attempt to wake up his dead mother from eternal sleep on a railway platform in Bihar's Muzaffarpur on Wednesday presented the most po
Rouhani urges Iran MPs to cooperate as parliament opens
Middle East News: TEHRAN: President Hassan Rouhani urged Iranian lawmakers to "cooperate" with his government in a speech on Wednesday during the inaugural session of t.
BCCI confident ICC won't commit harakiri by taking away 2021 T20 World Cup
Cricket News: The ICC has in fact threatened that they can take away the 2021 T20 World Cup if the board fails to provide the exemption. But BCCI officials believe
Nepal postpones scheduled discussion on constitutional amendment to update map
India News: The discussion to amend Nepal's constitution to update the country's map, earlier slated for Wednesday, now has been taken out of schedule. Nepal's Ho
Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month
The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.
Some towns opening arms
As municipalities struggle with whether to welcome travellers and tourists, Banff has decided to open its arms and welcome visitors again.
Nine people rescued from beach at Whitsand Bay
Off-duty lifeguards and members of the public saved them from the sea at Tregonhawke on Bank Holiday Monday
161 PDLs, 33 prison execs positive for COVID
SOME 161 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) and 33 prison officials have tested positive for the deadly COVID-19 in Bureau of Corrections penal facilities as of May 25.
2 Chinese operators of illegal COVID-19 clinic in Clark hunted
THE National Bureau of Investigation is now hunting down two Chinese who allegedly operated a clandestine medical facility treating COVID-19 patients mostly foreigners inside a leisure park in Clark, Pampanga.
BI ready for ‘new normal’ operations
THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) said its offices are prepared to resume full operations amid a new set of guidelines and protocols that its employees and stakeholders are bound to follow and observe under a “new normal” environment, after the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) is lifted in Metro Manila and other areas of the country.
2 men jailed for rape of 2 girls in Bulacan
TWO men accused of raping two young girls in Bulacan were hauled to jail by the local police in separate anti-crime operations on Wednesday, Bulacan Police Provincial Office director, Colonel Lawrence B. Cajipe said yesterday.
M'sians Who Defied CMCO To Balik Kampung Could Lose Jobs If They Fail To Return To Work
Defence Minister Ismail Sabri now challenges those who managed to slip past interstate borders to return home before their employers fire them if they do not report to work after two consecutive days.
Woman who threatened to call police on black birdwatcher in New York's Central Park loses job
A clip posted on Twitter showing the incident has been viewed millions of times.
Rouhani urges cooperation as newly elected Parliament convenes
Iran has held the opening session of its new Parliament under strict health protocols, more than three months after an election in February was swept by conservative candidates.
Coronavirus: Gujarat HC Judges Will Check On Ahmedabad Hospital Through Surprise Visit
The court said there is a lack of “proper team work and coordination” at the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, where nearly 400 Covid-19 patients have died so far.
Rahul weakening country’s resolve to fight pandemic: BJP
Even his party Chief Ministers are acting contrary to his statements on lockdowns, it says
Allow street vending to resume, Minister urged
The National Association of Street Vendors of India (NASVI) on Wednesday demanded that the Centre issue instructions allowing street vending to resume as States and municipalities were citing the lack
Man under treatment for COVID-19 in Chennai, ends life
The 57-year-old’s body was found in a bathroom of the Government Medical College Hospital, Omandurar Estate, early on Wednesday
Appeal to State govt.
The Hassan district administration, on Wednesday, appealed to the State government to allow doctors and support staff stay put in hotels during the duty week and quarantine period. Hassan Deputy Commi
Coronavirus: States to clear operation of international flights
Stranded passengers told to register with Indian missions, download Aarogya Setu App
All the Tory MPs calling for Dominic Cummings to quit or be sacked over lockdown flouting
Boris Johnson has swung behind his chief aide - but Tory backbenchers have broken cover and one junior minister has resigned
UK Minister Says Move On From Rage Over Lockdown Trip Of Boris Johnson’s Aide Dominic Cummings
Dominic Cummings said he had acted reasonably and not broken the lockdown rules. (FILE) London: A British minister said on … UK Minister Says Move On From Rage Over Lockdown Trip Of Boris Johnson’s Aide Dominic Cummings Read More »
Donald Trump Committed to July 4 Celebration Despite Lawmaker Alarm on Coronavirus
File photo of US President Donald Trump. (Image: AP) Trump in April said that because of the coronavirus, the event … Donald Trump Committed to July 4 Celebration Despite Lawmaker Alarm on Coronavirus Read More »
Donbas warlord's official residence address in Russia revealed – media
Journalists found new evidence of Pushilin's strong ties with Russia, this time – through real estate paperwork.
Situation at Sino-India boundary ‘stable and controllable’, says China
The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said China was following the “important consensus” reached by the two leaders of India and China and was “…strictly observing the agreements between the two countries”.
Poor Venezuelans protest as shortages stoke anger at Maduro
Lack of water and electricity adds to misery in slums caused by coronavirus
Iran, US prisoners held by two sides
Tehran (AFP) - Iran and the United States have long been sworn enemies, and despite rare prisoner swaps in recent years, they still hold a number of each other's nationals behind bars.
China's 'bat woman' defends Wuhan lab at centre of conspiracy theory
The Chinese virologist whose work on coronaviruses found in bats led to her being dubbed 'Bat Woman' has appeared on state television to defend her work. “The unknown viruses we have discovered are actually just the tip of the iceberg,” said Shi Zhengli. “If we want to prevent humans suffering
Judge who told woman to ‘close your legs’ to prevent assault is removed from bench
A New Jersey judge who said closing your legs could prevent sexual assault has been barred from presiding over a courtroom and dismissed from the State Supreme Court bench.The unanimous decision on Tuesday cited “repeated and serious acts of misconduct” by state superior court judge John Russo Jr.
Greece to welcome Germans, Cypriots, Israelis in first wave of visitors
Greece will allow travellers from around two dozen countries including Germany, Cyprus and Israel to visit from mid-June without having to be quarantined, government officials said, part of a gradual easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions. "There will be some 20-25 countries whose nationals
Trump on Twitter mocks Biden for wearing a face mask
"I thought it was very unusual he had one on," the president said when asked about his tweet.
The shade of a giant tree provided an escape from the heat for some Delhi residents
India is wilting under a heatwave, with temperatures in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades. Scorching weather is a growing menace in the world's second-most populous nation, and the United Nations warned
Karnataka News: Mosques, Churches, With Temples to Open For Public From June 1, Says CM Yediyurappa
The Karnataka CM said that his government was awaiting the Centre's permission regarding the same and that he had also written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on reopening of hotels in the state.
IDF Rounds Up Suspects in PA Again as Gen. Kochavi Prepares for July Sovereignty
The IDF chief—probably the best man at that helm in decades—is preparing to give the prime minister the security cover he would require to carry out the partial annexation.
Random and weird facts about Ireland
Us Irish are a mercurial bunch but honestly some of these tidbits will make most Irish go... "Hmmm!" Sex equality in the workforce - In 1976 the Irish Government was rapped on the knuckles for failing to comply with the European Economic Community guidelines by implementing the agreed sex equality legislation.
Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month
The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.
Police chiefs thank communities for adhering to lockdown rules
Police chiefs have thanked communities for their continued adherence to lockdown rules following the bank holiday weekend.
Time-lapse Video: Fog blankets the Chrysler Building in NYC
There is proof of just how much fog rolled into the New York area on Wednesday morning.
IEBC scam: Oswago put on his defence
Defence lawyers to file submissions before trial date is set.
Absence of EFCC lawyer stalls Oyo-Ita ‘N570m fraud’ case
The trial of Winifred Oyo-Ita, former head of service, was stalled by the absence of Mohammed Abubakar, counsel to the Economic and Financial...
IN DETAIL: Executive order on financial autonomy for state judiciary, legislature
Last Friday, President Muhammadu Buhari signed an executive order granting financial autonomy to the judiciary and legislature in the 36 states of Nigeria. The president is empowered by section 5
Kolkata Knight Riders extend support to help government battle aftermath of cyclone Amphan
Extending a helping hand to the victims of Super Cyclone Amphan, Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Wednesday pledged support to the West Bengal Chief Ministers Relief Fund among other initiatives.
Canada court decision could end ‘Huawei Princess’ extradition saga
A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision Wednesday on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations.
Police rescue 2 abducted siblings in Ebonyi
The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint.The Command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Mrs Loveth Odah disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abakaliki.
Johnson says it is time 'to move on' from Cummings row
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said it was time for Britain to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser Dominic Cummings was accused of violating the coronavirus lockdown rules.
States should come forward with Rs 20 lakh cr to battle COVID-19 disruptions: Nitin Gadkari
"More liquidity needs to be pumped in the market to boost the coronavirus-hit economy and states should come forward with Rs 20 lakh crore, while another Rs 10 lakh crore can be harnessed from public-private investment," Road Transport, Highways and MSME Minister Gadkari said.
India captures pigeon on suspicion of spying for Pakistan
A suspected Pakistani spy pigeon has ruffled the feathers of Indian authorities, who accused the pink-painted bird of carrying a “coded message,” according to reports. Villagers in Manyari turned
Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers in Telangana
Returning workers are sent to home quarantine but the stigma of having been in Mumbai sticks to them
Congress cannot pass the buck in Maharashtra: Fadnavis after RaGa remarks
Fadnavis said that speculative statements like the Opposition trying to destabilise the Sena-led government are wrong.
Andhra Pradesh natives happy to return home
The first domestic flight landed at Vijayawada airport from Chennai with 79 passengers
Andhra High Court initiates contempt against YSRC MP, ex-MLA and 47 others
The two cases pertain to some people posting messages in social media threatening a judge
WATCH | 'I can't breath': Four Minnesota cops fired after death of unarmed George Floyd
Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday, a day after a bystander's cellphone video captured one of them kneeling on the neck of an unarmed black man who later died in a hospital.
Family violence hubs rushed, poorly implemented: auditor
The state's auditor has slammed the roll-out of a key Andrews government reform in response to the 2016 royal commission into family violence.
Ethics committee to govern councillor inappropriate conduct complaints
The new ethics committee will be bipartisan with both LNP and Labor councillors sitting on it.
Amy Cooper's Former Dog-Walkers First Identified Her: 'We've Seen So Many Videos of People Being Shot or Killed for Less'
Lindsey Cork, 31, and Kyle Stover, 30, told the New York Daily News on Tuesday night that they felt compelled to identify Cooper after witnessing her calling the cops on Christian Cooper, 57, in a wooded area of Central Park known as “the Ramble.”
Coronavirus: What is involved in the EU’s recovery plan?
Q&A: What are the main stumbling blocks, and how will the plan affect Ireland?
EU to propose €750bn Covid recovery package for states
Ireland in line for grants of €1.9 billion in package weighted by how badly economies have been hit
What is in the EU’s €750bn recovery plan and how will it affect Ireland?
Q&A: What are the main stumbling blocks, and how will the plan affect Ireland?
‘Mr. Trump is debasing his office’: The famously conservative Wall Street Journal editorial board slammed the president for pushing a Joe Scarborough murder conspiracy
The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board has come out against President Trump for pushing a conspiracy theory about MSNBC anchor Joe Scarborough.
A Lake of the Ozarks bar defended hosting a packed pool party, saying that social distancing isn’t the law and that it checked everyone’s temperature
The owner of a bar at Lake of the Ozarks has defended his decision to host a crowded pool party over the Memorial Day weekend, despite an intense social media backlash.
China to increase international flights if virus under control: regulator
BEIJING (Reuters) - China’s aviation authority will consider increasing international flights as long as imported coronavirus risks are under control, state media China News reported on Wednesday, citing the agency’s deputy director, Li Jian.
Greece to welcome Germans, Cypriots, Israelis in first wave of visitors
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece will allow travellers from around two dozen countries including Germany, Cyprus and Israel to visit from mid-June without having to be quarantined, government officials said, part of a gradual easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
Poland's PM is confident presidential vote will be held in June
WARSAW (Reuters) - Poland’s presidential election will be held in June, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said on Wednesday, amid speculation that a spat over legislation on the way the vote will be conducted may push the ballot date back well beyond next month.
Dr Patrick Amoth's Powerful Father Who Sired Siaya Governor
Unknown to many, Health DG Patrick Amoth and Siaya Governor Cornel Rasanga were raised by...
Cricket: After reports suggesting T20 World Cup in Australia set to be postponed to 2021, ICC denies
The ICC Board is also likely to discuss the issue of tax exemption for the 2021 World T20 in India as BCCI has sought more time.
Covid-19: Congress’ Randeep Surjewala seeks to intervene in SC’s migrants crisis case
Surjewala said he and the Congress were unable to raise the issue of migrant labourers in Parliament as no sessions have been held since March.
Heartbreaking: Twitterati shocked by video of baby trying to wake up dead mother
In a heartbreaking video, a baby who was seen trying to wake up his dead mother with a shroud covering the body at a railway station in Bihar.
Righting the Wrong: Jordanian Parliamentarians Back Their King, Call to End Peace with Israel
Jordanian parliamentarians say all options are on the table, including the cancellation of the historic pact, if Israel goes ahead with its decision to extend its...
Despite COVID-19 Crisis Britain Has Not Let Its Guard Down To Terrorist Threat, Says Expert
The British state, including the security forces, have been focusing on the threat from COVID-19 since it arrived in February. So does that mean the police are letting...
Third Iranian Tanker Arrives in Venezuela Under Escort of Bolivarian Navy – Photos
The tanker is one of five Venezuela-bound Iranian vessels making their way to the Latin American nation to ease a gasoline shortage caused by crippling US sanctions.
Prince Andrew 'was seen grinding with topless girl on Jeffrey Epstein's island'
The Prince has adamantly denied any claims against him.
Investment banker fired over racist video of her shouting at black man
Amy Cooper was sacked from her investment banking job after telling police 'there's an African American man threatening me'.
Israel’s Choice, Between Shame and Pride
As the new leader of the opposition in Israel, I face a difficult dilemma.
290 groups so far in Tipperary are preparing for annual Spring Clean
They will take to the hi-ways and bi-ways of the county to make the countrysides more beautiful
Jaipur residents urge state government to do ‘surgical strike’ on locusts as insects swathe city
"I have been unable to sleep since Monday when I saw lakhs of these insects creating havoc in my house on Monday and Tuesday."
Yogi Adityanath takes U-turn on order making permission must for hiring migrants by other states
In a two-pronged strategy to secure migrants, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of workers.
South Korea reports 40 new coronavirus cases, biggest jump in nearly 50 days
More than 2 million high school juniors, middle school seniors, first and second graders and kindergarten students were expected to return to school on Wednesday.
Congress has turned a laboratory of political hypocrisy during pandemic period: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi
Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said instead of creating confusion among people, the Congress should try to become a part of confidence building measures in these hours of crisis.
Donald Trump ‘displeased’ with China’s new security law for Hong Kong: White House
The bill which is set to be approved by the National People's Congress, regarded as the rubber-stamp parliament for its routine approval of proposals by the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC), comes in the backdrop of relentless agitation by the local Hong Kong people/
Our First Greenhouse Topic: Privacy
For decades the internet has flourished on the back of innovation, creativity, adaptation, and hard work. But while this technological...
Israeli president tells Australian PM: alleged abuser Malka Leifer will not ‘evade justice’
Vow comes after Jerusalem court ruled ex-teacher is mentally fit to stand trial and be extradited over 74 sexual assault charges
A history of resistance: key dates in Hong Kong's battle with China
Beijing’s attempts to bring the territory to heel since handover have resulted in pushback and protest
Forced Out by Kevin Maxwell review – prejudice between police
A former detective recounts in shocking detail how he was abused by fellow officers for his race and sexuality and the dangers he faced in fighting for justice
Child sex offender gets life imprisonment for human trafficking
David Timothy Deakin is the first foreigner to be convicted for trafficking offenses through online proceedings, according to the International Justice Mission
14 students from Cebu City who arrived in Mindanao test positive for coronavirus
(UPDATED) Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella says his office will investigate how the students got the virus and why they were allowed to leave
Head of Site Integrity & Election Security at Twitter Thinks There Are “Actual Nazis in the White House”
But you can trust him to be impartial.
Oli fails to drum up support: Nepal’s new map put on hold
Sources familiar with the development tell OneIndia that Oil had failed to build a consensus. May felt that this was an effort on Oli's part to whip up ultra-nationalistic sentiments against India.
Disney, CBS sued for 'rampant' sexual harassment on 'Criminal Minds'
California sued Disney and CBS for allegedly covering up 14 years of sexual harassment against male crew members on the set of television cop series Criminal Minds, officials said Tuesday. A lawsuit
FG to hand over Madagascar Covid-19 cure to Health Ministry today
The Federal government of Nigeria will today hand over the Madagascar covid-19 cure to the Ministry of Health. This was disclosed in a statement by the Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire during a programme on Channels
Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill
The anthem bill is set for a second reading today and is expected to be turned into law next month
Administrators deny South African Airways set to start flying
JOHANNESBURG, May 27 (Reuters) - Administrators at South African Airways (SAA) said on Wednesday the state-owned airline was not preparing to resume domestic flights, rejecting a company statement from a day earlier and underlining conflicting visions of its future.
Hong Kong police arrest 300 as thousands protest over security laws
HONG KONG, May 27 (Reuters) - Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China, that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.
Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated
Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.
Spain to mourn coronavirus victims for unprecedented 10-day period
The Spanish government has declared 10 days of mourning starting Wednesday for the nearly 27,000 people who have died with the novel coronavirus in Spain, the longest official mourning period in the country's 4-decade-old democracy.
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary says U.K. quarantine plans 'idiotic and unimplementable'
The CEO of Europe's largest airline has slammed the U.K. government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and described plans to impose a 14-day quarantine on international visitors as 'idiotic and unimplementable.'
'Children have been traumatised by Philippines abusive drugs war'
Thousands of children in the Philippines have suffered psychological distress, bullying and worsening poverty as a result of President Rodrigo..
BREAKING: Court stops revocation of Ororo Marginal Field
The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has restrained the Minister of Petroleum Resources and Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR)...
Oyo records two COVID-19 death, 17 new cases
Two people have died from coronavirus in Oyo State.Six additional persons also tested positive from a latest result while 17 persons had their...
JUST IN: Kano, IGP, others bow, unseal rice factory
After vacillating for about three weeks, the Kano State Government, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and two others have complied with a May...
South Africa marks milestone for emergency power procurement
DMRE has confirmed that South Africa's energy regulator is in agreement with a Ministerial determination for the procurement of 2,000MW of emergency power.
States should come forward with Rs 20 lakh crore to battle COVID-19 disruptions: Nitin Gadkari
He further noted that work on national highways has been started on war-footing and the government plans to build highways worth Rs 15 lakh crore in the next two years.
Border tensions: Imran Khan accuses India of ‘threatening its neighbours’
The Pakistani Prime Minister's reaction comes amid tensions with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and border dispute with Nepal.
COVID-19: IGNOU further extends last date for submission of June TEE application
The last date for submission of application form has been extended to June 15
Tablighi Jamaat case: Delhi Police to file 15 more chargesheets against 294 foreigners
Delhi Police PRO Anil Mittal said Wednesday that in addition to 20 charge-sheets filed yesterday, 15 more will be filed today. He said, "Accused persons are being charged for violation of visa rules, and the Centre has cancelled their visas and blacklisted them."
NSDMA predicts heavy to very heavy rainfall
Heavy to very heavy rainfall activity is expected in the state over the following week, the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) has predicted and said that several other weather conditions were also likely during that period along with hefty showers.
Need to have more BS labs in state: Gov
Nagaland Governor, RN Ravi, Tuesday emphasised the need for more Bio-Safety Level (BSL) laboratories in the state besides rigorous contact tracing.
NPCC says PDA has failed on all fronts; demand dismissal of govt
Alleging that the ruling PDA government has failed on all fronts, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) Tuesday demanded that the governor step in to salvage the situation by dismissing “this incompetent and callous government”, which it said was “only interested in clinging on to power at whatever cost.”
ENSF, WYH slam govt over sending returnees violating SOP
Accusing the state government of “discriminating” the returnees of Eastern Nagaland and forcefully despatching them to Tuensang violating all standard operating procedure (SOP) and protocols of COVID-19, the Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF) has cautioned that the state government would be held solely responsible in the event of outbreak of law and order and widespread infection.
Technician shoots dead three colleagues in Thailand
BANGKOK, May 27 — A technician shot dead three of his male colleagues at a state-run radio station, including the director, and wounded another in northern Thailand today, according to police. In the incident at 11am, the 58-year-old man, armed with two handguns, a 9mm and .38, killed the...
Covid-19: Immigration detention centres functioning as usual, says D-G
SEPANG, May 27 — Immigration officials from three immigration detention centres in Bukit Jalil, Semenyih and Sepang who are undergoing quarantine at home have been replaced by personnel from the Immigration headquarters and other state offices, says Immigration Department director-general Datuk...
Boris Calls for Inquiry into Coronavirus Origins Following China’s Cover Up
Boris Johnson has called for an independent investigation into the origins of coronavirus after reports China orchestrated a cover up.
Shropshire Council Tory pair blast Dominic Cummings over lockdown journeys
Conservative members of Shropshire Council have blasted Boris Johnson’s chief adviser Dominic Cummings for his “arrogance” since his alleged breach of lockdown rules came to light.
UPDATED: Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims. Twitter ...
Angola police accused of shooting dead union official
An Angolan trade union has accused the police of shooting dead one of their senior officials and his neighbour in front of his home in the capital, Luanda.
You sold out our party - Kashamu tells ex-PDP chairman in Ogun
Senator Buruji Kashamu has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)'s former chairman in Ogun, Chief Bayo Dayo, of selling the party out for financial gains.
We demolished Rivers hotels in peoples' interest - Governor Wike
Nyesom Wike, Rivers governor, has come out with an explanation on the demolition of two hotels in the state, saying the decision was taken in peoples' interest.
Prison Reform Matters Now More Than Ever
The virus shows the need to reduce incarceration, but misplaced fears of crime stand in the way.
Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated
Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.
PDP hails FG over successes against banditry, other crimes in Zamfara
The Zamfara chapter of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Tuesday, expressed satisfaction with the efforts of the Federal Government
Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time
Twitter issued a fact check of some of Donald Trump’s tweets on Tuesday, marking the first time the U.S. president’s favoured social media platform
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests
Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds.
Trump accuses Twitter of interfering in US elections
President Donald Trump has accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 U.S. election scheduled for Nov. 3 after the microblogging service
[ICYMI] Ogoni women go topless, vow full nude protest over detention of demolished hotel manager
Ogoni women, Tuesday, rallied topless in protest at Zaakpon community, Khana Local Government Area, demanding the release of arrested
Coronavirus: Dundee Uni develops online art initiative to keep senior school pupils on course for higher education
Dundee University is in the midst of a creative online project to keep senior school pupils on course for art and design in higher education.
Police appeal after four people sprayed by white liquid during attacks in Coupar Angus and Dundee
Police in Tayside have appealed for witnesses after four people, including a young child, were sprayed with a white liquid from a passing car.
Exclusive: Latest images show China's war threat may not be rhetoric
Fresh images from the European Space Agency show signs of movement in the Aksai Chin region as late as the third week of this month.
Twitter labels Trump tweets as 'unsubstantiated' for first time
Trump's tweets contended without evidence that mail-in voting would lead to fraud and a "Rigged Election".
Trump Accuses Twitter Of ‘Interfering’ In Election For Fact Checking His False Claim About Mail-In Voting
President Donald Trump flew into a rage on Tuesday night after Twitter used its new fact checking feature to correct...
Executive extortion goes domestic in "The Don, Part II"
Tom the Dancing Bug, IN WHICH The Don’s criminal reign becomes even more brazen, as he publicly extorts a state during a pandemic
Trump’s silver lining — economic numbers could be surging by Election Day
There is one possible silver lining for President Trump in the dismal economic numbers that have followed the coronavirus lockdowns and jeopardized his reelection: There is nowhere to go but up.
After months of lockdown, Estonian workers flock home from Finland
When Finland locked its borders in March during the coronavirus crisis, tens of thousands of migrant workers from Estonia had an excruciating choice to make: stay put, or go home to see family -- and risk losing their jobs.
Police swarm Hong Kong ahead of flashpoint anthem debate
Hong Kong riot police ringed the city's legislature on Wednesday to stifle any protests ahead of a debate over a law that bans insulting China's national anthem, the latest measure activists say is chipping away at free speech in the finance hub.
Delhi Police to file 15 charge-sheets against 294 foreign nationals in Tablighi Jamaat case
The charge-sheets were filed under relevant sections of the Foreigners Act, Epidemic Diseases Act, Disaster Management Act, and the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
Karnataka keen on opening worship places from June 1, awaits nod from Centre
The temples would be reopened keeping in mind cleanliness where soap and water or sanitizers and also social distancing would be compulsory.
UPJEE Polytechnic 2020: Admit card for joint entrance test to be available from 8 July at jeecup.nic.in
The UPJEE (Polytechnic) 2020 for Group A will be held on 19 July from 9 am to noon.
UP: Private Lab Wrongly Diagnoses 6 People As Coronavirus Positive In Meerut; Later Test Negative
Meerut DM Anil Dhingra has recommended cancellation of the licence of Modern Lab and Diagnostic Centre.
Govt Likely To Convene Parliament’s Monsoon Session In Central Hall With Both Houses Sitting On Alternate Days
The rules enshrined in the Constitution mandate it to convene the Parliament once in every six months.
2 Found Dead As Migrants Workers' Train From Mumbai Pulls Into Varanasi
Two people were found dead when a train from Mumbai arrived in Varanasi on Wednesday amid a push to return migrant workers home after weeks of a gruelling nationwide COVID-19 lockdown that left lakhs without income, food and shelter.
The Queen reportedly 'has a soft spot for Americans' since meeting Barack Obama, and has even asked if he'll come to the UK for another visit, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Barack and Michelle Obama visited the royal family three times between 2009 and 2016, but they have not returned since leaving office.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Long-term care home report and JK Rowling's new story; In The News for May 27
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 27 ... --- COVID-19 in Canada ...
Ardern And Peters Both Untrustworthy On Level 1, Kiwis Paying The Price
“Neither the Prime Minister nor the Deputy Prime Minister can be trusted on the issue of Alert Level 1 and Kiwis are paying the price,” according to ACT Leader David Seymour.
Call For Support For Women With Post-Abortion Grief
Family First NZ today called on politicians in a select committee to amend a private members bill which allows for bereavement leave for a miscarriage to be extended to allow support for women with post-abortion grief.
Ford heats police cars to 133 degrees to break down coronavirus
The heat is on.
DPR to enforce use of face masks at Osun filling stations
The Osun Field Office of the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) says it will start enforcing use of face masks at filling stations across the state
'Monster who killed my Ciara must never be freed', says father
The father of a young mother who was murdered by a former boyfriend has vowed to continue his fight to ensure her killer remains behind bars.
Boris Johnson is tumbling in the polls after ignoring voter demands to sack Cummings for breaking lockdown rules
Johnson is set for more intense scrutiny when he faces Parliament's most senior committee on Wednesday afternoon.
'US ready, willing to mediate': Trump on India-China border standoff
India News: President Donald Trump on Wednesday took to Twitter and said, "We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able
KKR extend support in aftermath of cyclone Amphan
Cricket News: Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Wednesday pledged to extend support to West Bengal Chief Minister's Relief Fund a
Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before holidays
Schools Standards Minister Nick Gibb said he is confident that most local authorities will plan to reopen schools more widely from next week.
The Wedge gets creative
Developers of a unique, six-storey downtown office building have come up with a creative way to solve their parking issue.
Arrests in Rutland, Landmark
UPDATE: 1:15 p.m. At least three more individuals were arrested in Rutland Wednesday morning during two simultaneous police raids that also saw arrests in the Landmark District.
Meng loses court challenge
The extradition hearing process for Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. CFO Meng Wanzhou will continue after the judge presiding over the case ruled that Crown prosecutors met the requirement of double criminality.
Why more Republican women are running for the House than ever before
Many are looking to add new voices to the party — and were inspired by the wave of Democratic wins in 2018.
'A fantastic outcome': Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness
The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.
Knife wielding thug who held up Glasgow McDonald’s is put behind bars for 6 years
A ROBBER who held up a Glasgow McDonald’s with a knife and developed a drinking problem at just 12 years old was jailed for six years today. Dad-of-one Paul Gough, 32, a former mechanical engineer…
US is ready to mediate India-China border dispute, says Donald Trump
'We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute,' tweeted Trump.Trump's comments come in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control
Kolkata Metro Railway to start trial run of trains for maintenance purpose
All the rakes will be run as part of the trial beginning Thursday.The Metro Railway had earlier said that strict social distancing norms would be maintained at every point from entry to travelling by the trains after recommencement of services
Show COVID-19 negative certificate or take a coronavirus test: Goa's new rule for travellers
Goa CM Pramod Sawant had on Tuesday said that 90% of new cases in Goa are the people who have arrived from Maharashtra.Goa's COVID-19 case count stands at 67
Kerala launches BevQ app to sell liquor
Kerala, which has the highest per capita alcohol consumption in India, rolled out the app to deliver e-tokens for liquor purchase.The app is the state's exit-strategy to open alcohol shops closed due to the lockdown in the wake of the covid-19 pandemic
KP reimposes restrictions relaxed for Eidul Fitr
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government on Wednesday announced the reimposition of Covid-19 restrictions which were relaxed last week for Eidul Fitr.In a media talk, Adviser to KP Chief Minister
Missile attack on Yemen army command in Marib kills at least 7
Yemen's Houthi fighters have fired missiles targeting the army command of the Saudi-backed government in Marib province, causing several casualties, including relatives of the chief of staff, according to military sources cited by news agencies.
Hundreds held as HK police use pepper pellets to disperse protest
Hong Kong police have fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters as hundreds of people gathered in the centre of the financial hub to oppose a controversial bill on China's national anthem and a planned move by Beijing to impose a national security law on the semi-autonomous territory.
Coronavirus lockdown | Girl dies of snakebite at quarantine centre in Uttarakhand
People lodged in quarantine centres in hilly areas have been complaining about dirty washrooms and shortage of water supply.
Stalin demands new TN budget for 2020-21 in view of pandemic
DMK president M.K. Stalin on Wednesday urged Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami to present a new budget for 2020-21 in view of the crisis caused to the financial health of the state by the COVID-1
Premier League issues statement on return to full contact training
A shareholders' meeting was held on Wednesday morning and the Premier League has released a statement.
Girl, 13, 'beheaded by dad while asleep' after fleeing home with her 35-year-old 'lover'
Romina Ashrafi, 13, from Talesh county in Iran, was reportedly murdered in her sleep after she was caught running away with a 35-year-old man she had 'fallen in love with'
Kayaker's devastating final hours before his body found washed up on beach
Jeremy Worthy battled against strong winds and fierce waves before he was tragically found dead off Long Beach, near Batemans Bay on the New South Wales coast in Australia
Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders | India News
File photo MUMBAI: Against the backdrop of the recent political activities in Maharashtra and with just a few remaining for … Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders | India News Read More »
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June
The neighbours have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both have slowed the spread of the novel … New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June Read More »
Jailed for corruption, French executive’s story of U.S. justice fuels Chinese distrust of Western courts
Book written by Frédéric Pierucci becomes bestseller in China, training tool on doing business in Western markets
Wednesday’s coronavirus news roundup: Toronto releases map showing neighbourhoods hardest hit by COVID-19
Plus: Restaurants, bars, community centres to reopen in Manitoba next week; New Brunswick reports third new case of COVID-19 in Campbellton area;
Hitmen catch fire trying to flee crime scene in Kyiv, setting car ablaze (Video)
The target of the assassination attempt, the Montenegro national, could himself be involved in contracted killings across the EU.
Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian "action plan" for Hong Kongers pushing for democracy in the financial hub as an influx of activists seek sanctuary on the self-ruled democratic island. Hong Kong was upended by months of often violent pro-democracy protests
Child Tries to Wake His Dead Mother At Railway Station, Video Will Wrench Your Heart | Watch
Oblivious of the fact that his mother has died, the toddler tries to wake her up by lifting the cloth repeatedly.
Ladakh Face-off: Ready And Willing to Mediate Between India And China, Says Donald Trump
Taking to Twitter, Donald Trump said that he has informed both the countries that the United States is ready and willing to mediate over the raging border dispute.
Preparations in Full Swing as West Bengal to Resume Domestic Flight Operations From Tomorrow
Starting from May 28, the Kolkata and Bagdogra airports will each handle 10 arrivals and 10 departures per day.
Mkhize confirms whole country will move to level-3 lockdown
Health minister Zweli Mkhize has blamed an outdated slide in a presentation on Wednesday for creating fear that some parts of South Africa would remain on level-4 lockdown on 1 June.
Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before holidays
Schools Standards minister Nick Gibb said he was confident that most local authorities will plan to reopen schools more widely from next week.
Trump warns social media giants that feds can ‘regulate’ or ‘close them down’ amid fight with Twitter
President Trump warned social media giants Wednesday that the federal government could “strongly regulate” or “close them down” if they continue to “silence conservative voices,” amid a flaring battle with Twitter after the platform fact-checked one of his tweets for the first time this week.
Girl, 14, who died from ‘ecstasy overdose’ at lockdown house party pictured as pals warn ‘don’t make the same mistake’
THIS is the first picture of the 14-year-old girl who died after taking ecstasy – as her friends begged others “please do not do drugs”. Schoolgirl Jessica Hannah, from Scarboroug…
Danielle Armstrong says she feels like she’s ‘been hit by a bus’ after giving birth to baby daughter Orla Mae Edne
EXHAUSTED Danielle Armstrong says she feels like she’s been “hit by a bus” after giving birth to her daughter Orla Mae Edne. But despite her long labour, the former Towie star, 32…
Oshiomhole’s faction of APC picks Ize-Iyamu as Edo gov consensus candidate
Osagie Ize-Iyamu, a pastor, has emerged the consensus governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) faction of Adams Oshiomhole, national chairman of the party.
Report: AfDB succumbs to US’ demand, agrees to independent probe of Adesina
This comes after US treasury secretary rejected the report of the bank's ethics board which absolved Adesina of allegations of favouritism.
Taiwan leader vows ‘action plan’ for Hong Kong protesters
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian "action plan" for Hong Kongers pushing for democracy in the financial hub as an influx of activists seek sanctuary on the self-ruled democratic island.
Export of Irish beef to China temporarily suspended
The Department of Agriculture has confirmed that the export of Irish beef to China has been suspended temporarily after a 14-year-old cow tested positive for 'Atypical BSE'.
Congress to launch campaign to demand govt deposits Rs 10,000 in bank accounts of poor
Every poor should get Rs 10,000 in his bank account. We will demand that the Centre credits the amount to the (bank accounts of the) poor as part of the digital campaign," Sachin Pilot said. He said putting money into the pockets of the poor is necessary to accelerate demand in the market.
Row over naming Bengaluru city's flyover after Veer Savarkar
Leader of Opposition and Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah termed the move to name the flyover after Savarkar as an insult to freedom fighters from Karnataka's soil and urged Yediyurappa to drop it and instead name it after a freedom fighter from the state.
China to roll out eleven measures to deepen financial reforms
The measures would include accelerating capital replenishment of small and medium-sized banks, further opening up the credit rating sector, promoting the steady development of the "panda bond" market, and stepping up crackdown on financial irregularities.
NYC Commission on Human Rights to probe Central Park ‘Karen’ Amy Cooper
The New York City Commission on Human Rights has announced it is launching an investigation into the case of the white dog-walker who called the cops on a black man in Central Park. “At a time when
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic
From spitting and violent attacks, to verbal assaults and vandalism of Chinese cultural sites, Chinese residents of Canada's third largest city -- who make up 26 percent of its population, according to the last census in 2016 -- say they feel increasingly unsafe and unwelcome.
Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old
Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having shown symptoms of the disease for weeks but without getting tested, officials said on Wednesday.
Man arrested in deadly 2019 fire at Japan's Kyoto Animation: Media
Japanese police on Wednesday arrested the man suspected of killing 36 people at Kyoto Animation last July after he had spent 10 months recovering in two hospitals, media reported.
Coronavirus outbreak at S. Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases
South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.
'Eyesore' Newport community centre to be knocked down and replaced
The current Ridgeway Hill centre will be replaced by something larger
Pensioner seriously injured after being hit by cyclist
The cyclist also suffered minor injuries during the incident
Infighting within TMC over lapses in Cyclone Amphan relief work
The crack widened so much that state consumer affairs minister Sadhan Pande on Tuesday publicly tore into his colleague Firhad Hakim.
George Floyd's Family Calls for Murder Charges After Video Caught Officer with Knee on His Neck
After four police officers were fired over the in-custody death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Floyd's family said those consequences are not nearly enough. They want the officers involved charged with murder.
Three dead after microbus plunges into ditch in Munshiganj
Three people have died after a microbus lost control and fell into a roadside ditch in Munshiganj's Gazaria Upazila.
Afghanistan begins freeing 900 Taliban prisoners, urges truce extension
The Afghan government said it was in the process of freeing 900 Taliban members from prison on Tuesday, the biggest such release yet, and urged the insurgent group to extend a three-day ceasefire set to end at midnight.
New Zealand police rescue 2 hikers after 19 days in wilderness
May 27 (UPI) -- Searchers on Wednesday found two lost hikers alive after they spent nearly three weeks in the remote wilderness of a rugged national park in New Zealand, authorities said.
Japan police arrest Kyoto studio arson suspect after long hospital stay
May 27 (UPI) -- Japanese police arrested a suspect Wednesday they say was the arsonist who set fire to an animation studio last summer and killed three dozen people.
Shots fired at van in 'targeted attack' after Balsall Heath crash
Wrecked Citroen was inside police cordon as officers sealed off the scene, near the junction of Mary Street and Basall Heath Road
Boris Johnson is tumbling in the polls after ignoring voter demands to sack Cummings for breaking lockdown rules
The British public is quickly turning on Boris Johnson as the UK prime minister refuses to sack chief adviser Dominic Cummings for breaking the coronavirus lockdown during a 260-mile trip from London to Durham.
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
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Poland to scrap compulsory outdoor masks, reopen cinemas as coronavirus abates
WARSAW (Reuters) - Poles will be allowed to go outside without protective masks from May 30 and cinemas, theatres and gyms will reopen on June 6, the government said on Wednesday, part of a steady lifting of restrictions imposed to halt the spread of the new coronavirus.
Facebook reportedly knew its algorithms were dividing people yet did nothing
A report from WSJ disputes the company's claim that its algorithms are bringing people together. According to WSJ Facebook's algorithms aren't bringing people together. They were driving people apart.
Education, Medical Unions Issue Elaborate Conditions For School Reopening
Education and Medical unions have issued elaborate conditions for the reopening of schools...
Las Vegas casino reopening ‘major milestone’ for city, industry
While not all properties in the state will take advantage of the initial opening date, several operators said they’re excited to open their doors to guests.
Dangerous heat arrives in Las Vegas for at least 3 days
Temperatures will reach dangerous levels across the Las Vegas region starting today and going through at least Friday, says the National Weather Service.
Coronavirus: Kerala criticises Centre for sending trains without prior information
State’s finance minister Thomas Isaac alleged that the railways ‘want to be the super spreader’ of the Covid-19 infection in the state.
Migrant crisis: Video shows toddler trying to wake up dead mother at Muzaffarpur railway station
The child’s mother died of extreme heat, hunger and dehydration on Monday.
Covid-19: Gujarat HC refuses to give state clean chit in its handling of hospital with 400 deaths
The judges said that they will make a surprise visit to the hospital to put an end to all controversies surrounding its functioning.
792 Corona Cases reported in Delhi in 24 hours, Death toll Crosses 300 figure -
There has been a tremendous jump in the speed of corona virus cases in the country’s capital Delhi. In the
Two women injured in Budgam road mishap, one critical
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Two juveniles arrested on burglary charges in Ouachita Parish
Two juveniles have been arrested in connection to two recent residential burglaries.
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen
Disney World's reopening plan was approved Wednesday by Orange County, Fla. officials, clearing a hurdle to inviting people back in July.
Protesters, police clash in Minneapolis a day after man died in police custody
Protesters and police clashed in Minneapolis Tuesday at the same intersection where 24 hours earlier, a man died in police custody as witness video showed officers kneeling on the man's neck.
Locust Invasion: Indian Farmers Cry For Relief As Country Hit By Second Plague
New Delhi (Sputnik): Struggling to contain the pandemic, India is now facing an additional challenge to deal with the worst locust attack in decades. This second wave...
Police powerless to stop 300 people enjoying lockdown rave
Police say the 'sheer volume of intoxicated people' meant they couldn't break it up safely.
More parts of the UK banning sky lanterns and helium balloons
North East Derbyshire District Council has introduced a charter to ban the release of sky lanterns and helium balloons on its land.
Man ripped from bike by barbed wire trap 'targeting lockdown cyclists'
Similar wood and wire traps have been found blocking paths across the UK over the weekend, as people flocked to public places to enjoy the warm weather.
Man, 29, arrested over murder of teen Louise Smith who disappeared on VE Day
The 16-year-old's body was found in woodland last week.
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Riots break out over George Floyd's death after being killed by white cop
George Floyd died gasping for air and pleading 'I can't breathe' while a white officer knelt on his neck.
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning
Trump, without offering any evidence, reiterated his accusations of political bias by technology platforms
'Over 800 children have tested positive for Covid-19 in Sindh'
Wahab cautions people, says still not too late to be careful
US willing to ‘mediate or arbitrate raging border dispute’: Donald Trump on India-China standoff at LAC
Indian and Chinese troops have remained engaged in an eyeball-to-eyeball situation in several areas along the LAC in eastern Ladakh.
California eases pandemic restrictions; New York Stock Exchange opens
SACRAMENTO, Calif., - California, the most populous U.S. state, took another step toward ending sweeping lockdowns imposed to contain the coronavirus pandemic, allowing barber shops and hair salons in most counties to operate for the first time in more than two months.
Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time
San Francisco - Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.
Man in India who sold his goats for airline tickets will finally fly home
IndiGo, India’s biggest airline, has agreed to help a migrant laborer and two others fly home from Mumbai after an earlier flight he paid for by selling family livestock was canceled.
Donald Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had offered to mediate a standoff between India and China at the Himalayan border, where soldiers camped out in a high-altitude region have accused each other of trespassing over the disputed border.
Two Russian fighter jets 'buzz' a US reconnaissance plane and come within FEET over the Mediterranean provoking Navy fury at 'unsafe' manuever
The Su-35 fighters surrounded a P-8A US plane as it flew over the Mediterranean Sea on Tuesday, the US Navy revealed in a statement.
Donald Trump threatens to 'strongly regulate or close' social media for trying to 'silence conservative voices' after Twitter fact-checks two of his 'misleading' tweets
Donald Trump demanded social media platforms 'clean up your act' as he warned his administration will begin to regulate such websites after Twitter, for the first time ever, fact-checked his tweets.
Pakistan plane crash: Airbus experts from France begin probe
The Express Tribune in its report stated that the bodies are identified through DNA testing and so far, 41 bodies have been handed over to the family members of the deceased.
Nationwide lockdown may shrink India’s GDP by this much in Q1; SBI gives hope for Q2
The contraction in the Q1 FY21 GDP may be as high as 40 per cent.
ICC Board Meeting: World T20 to be postponed to 2022, October window for IPL
Some of the issues that BCCI as well as all other stakeholders will be dealing with include, limited or no spectators as per ICC regulations.
Prayagraj: Man booked for sedition for objectionable remarks in Facebook post against Yogi Adityanath
Prayagraj Police, Prayagraj latest news: The man, slapped with sedition and other charges, has been identified as Anup Singh. He is a resident of Prayagraj. He had made comments disrespecting CM Yogi Adityanath on Facebook.
ICMR asks states to revise cost of Covid-19 test; material cost may reduce
India has reported a total number of 1,51,767 cases of coronavirus, of which 64,425 have been cured/discharged while 4,337 have lost their lives
Kolkata Metro Railway to start trial run of trains for maintenance
Preparations have begun for restarting metro services in the city with stress on maintaining social distancing at stations and inside the trains
UP eyeing post-covid investment from US, Japan, Korea: Industry minister
Admits labour migration posing a challenge to industrial revival; no special approval needed to start operations for new MSME units for next 3 years
UP to bring industry chambers on board for providing jobs to migrants
So far, the state has evacuated more than 2.5 mn stranded workers
Passenger on Alliance Air's Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests Covid-19 positive
According to the spokesperson, there were 36 passengers and five crew members in the flight.
PM Modi pays tribute to Jawaharlal Nehru on his death anniversary
Remembering his great grandfather, Gandhi tweeted, "Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Ji was a brave freedom fighter, the architect of modern India and our first Prime Minister'
Twitter fact-checks Trump; he threatens new regs or shutdown
President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.
Trump’s Convention Demand Comes Despite Charlotte Virus Surge
President Trump's demand for a full-capacity Republican convention in August is putting pressure on North Carolina health officials — and local Republicans — as coronavirus cases surge in the host county and statewide.
Bong Go regularly given airtime in state media broadcasts on coronavirus
The longtime Duterte aide, criticized for being 'epal,' is featured in almost every episode of Laging Handa PH, a public briefing supposed to be dedicated to COVID-19
Mamata Banerjee seeks PM's intervention in railways sending Shramik Special trains to WB
The state's infrastructure is 'stretched to its limit' following the devastation caused by Cyclone Amphan, she said, adding that West Bengal can receive very few trains carrying migrant workers on a daily basis as of now. The state considers the ferrying of a large number of migrant workers by the railways as a big pr
Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China border dispute
Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues. 'We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute
China's survey team summits Mt Everest to measure its height
A Chinese survey team on Wednesday reached Mount Everest through Tibet to remeasure the exact height of the world’s tallest mountain. According to China’s measurement the height of Mount Everest is
Video of toddler trying to wake up dead mother at railway station in Bihar goes viral
Yet another heart-wrenching incident of a migrant dying on train comes to light in India
Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck
Minneapolis mayor: Being black in America should not be a death sentence
COVID-19 repatriation: 800 Indian pregnant women, 850 patients fly from UAE
A total of 6,500 Indians have flown back home so far
Chaos at airports continue as flights resume
Around 630 flights were cancelled on Monday while on Tuesday 80 flights were cancelled at Delhi alone.
India won't budge on Ladakh in face of China threat
India’s military will match the deployment and mobilisation of the People’s Liberation Army at the LAC
Minimising health risks under Covid – is easing the ban on alcohol the right move?
The Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in South Africa (SAAPA SA) would have preferred to see the ban on both liquor and tobacco continue under Level 3. Second best would have been for the ban on liquor to remain and that on tobacco to be lifted.
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to 'strongly regulate' or even shut down social media platforms after Twitter applied a fact-check to two of his tweets this week.
Woman loses job and gives up pet after calling police on black man who asked her to leash dog
A white woman who told New York police that a black man who asked for her dog to be leashed was “threatening” her, has since apologised after video went viral. Amy Cooper admitted on Monday night
China hits back at call in Belgian parliament for COVID-19 inquiry
Chinese ambassador to Belgium, Cao Zhongming, hit back at attempts to ‘stigmatize’ China over the outbreak.
JUST IN: Road crash claims five lives in Kano - The Nation Nigeria
Five passengers lost their lives on Wednesday morning in a fatal road crash atRimin Gata, Ungoggo Local Government area of Kano State...
Senator denies link with alleged N1bn monthly payout to firm by NDDC
The Chairman, Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, on Wednesday, denied any link to a firm that is allegedly...
China reports 28 new asymptomatic covid-19 cases, mostly in Wuhan
The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in China now stands at 82,993. The deadly virus has claimed 4,634 lives in the country so far.
Students can appear for CBSE board exams from city they are in: HRD Minister
To enable this, students will have to give the details of their current status. By the first week of June, students will be informed about their exam centre, he had added. The minister also congratulated students and wished them luck for their board exams.
KKR to plant trees, aid in relief work in Cyclone Amphan aftermath
Kolkata Knight Riders announced to plant 5000 trees and also committed to contribute to the West Bengal Chief Minister's Relief Fund in the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan.
In Hyderabad, 328 cases, 18 deaths in a week; new areas in spotlight
Fresh cases are being reported from areas of Hyderabad where none were reported previously, away from the existing containment zones, indicating a community spread after the lockdown rules were relaxed.
Americas will be hardest hit by Covid-19 job losses, says ILO
GENEVA, May 27 — The Americas will bear the brunt of an estimated 305 million job losses that the Covid-19 pandemic will cause worldwide between April and June, the International Labour Organization (ILO) said today. The outbreak also risks creating a “lockdown generation” of young people...
Singaporean gets four months jail for Covid-19 Facebook post
SINGAPORE, May 27 — A taxi driver was jailed for four months in Singapore today over a Facebook post in which he falsely claimed food outlets would close and urged people to stock up due to impending Covid-19 restrictions, local media reported. Kenneth Lai Yong Hui, 40, deleted the message sent...
Fire Dept says to coordinate with MOH, Immigration Dept for disinfection ops at detention centres
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) is waiting for coordination from the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Immigration Department to conduct public sanitation and disinfection at Immigration detention centres which recorded Covid-19 positive cases. Its director-general...
Govt must step up and stamp out online sexual harassment in Malaysia now, say Pakatan reps
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Three Pakatan Harapan (PH) representatives have called on the government to not ignore online sexual harassment and immediately act against such threats. In a joint statement today, Bandar Utama assemblyman Jamaliah Jamaluddin, Kampung Tunku assemblyman Lim Yi Wei and...
PM takes Brexit decisions, Cummings does not give instructions, says UK negotiator
LONDON, May 27 — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson takes the main decisions on Brexit policy and his senior advisor Dominic Cummings does not give instructions on negotiations with the European Union, the UK’s chief negotiator David Frost said today. “The Brexit policy is set by the Prime...
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning
WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump today threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc for the first time added a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president’s claims. Trump, without offering any evidence,...
Tawau Health Office seeking foreign worker for Covid-19 test
TAWAU, May 27 — The Tawau Health Office is in the midst of tracking down a foreigner believed to be working at an oil palm plantation here for a Covid-19 screening test. According to sources, the man, who did not possess valid documentation, had allegedly entered the country from Indonesia...
8 Lies by Joe Biden and the Left that Twitter Didn't 'Fact Check'
Twitter added a "fact check" label to President Donald Trump's tweets raising widely-held concerns with mail-in voting fraud earlier today, but it has failed to apply a similar standard to repeated falsehoods by elected Democrats, the mainstream media, and Joe Biden.
Philippines: 260% Spike in Online Sex Abuse of Children amid Lockdown
In the Philippines, cases of online sexual abuse of children have risen by 260 percent during the country's coronavirus lockdown.
KNUT Boss Sossion Piles Pressure On Magoha To Postpone KCSE, KCPE Exams To 2021
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary-General Wilson Sossion now wants the Ministry of Education to consider postponing national exams to next year over the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pa
Alarm As Mathare Accounts For 33 Of 123 New Cases Of Covid-19 Confirmed In Kenya
Kenya has confirmed 123 new cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) in the last 24 hours raising the national tally to 1,471.Addressing the nation during the daily Covid-19 update from Afya Hous
Higher education system faces the inequities COVID-19 exposes
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a crisis across higher education, for both institutions and learners. But these new challenges are coming to rest on old inequalities that kept many low and middle-income ...
Safeguarding the source of three of Asia's great rivers
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Open University lessons for teachers as school moves to cyberspace
Teachers have been accessing their own online lessons to help them teach Powys youngsters in cyberspace.
Two applications for conversion of council offices
Two planning applications have been submitted for the multi-million pound conversion of the Grade II listed Neuadd Maldwyn in Welshpool.
Woman who won appeal after killing husband can inherit his estate – judge
Sally Challen’s murder conviction for the killing of Richard Challen was quashed last year.
EU open to two-year Brexit extension, says Michel Barnier
The bloc’s chief negotiator said it had always remained open to any extension.
China to loosen flight restrictions
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Edo 2020: APC faction picks Ize-Iyamu as consensus aspirant
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Trump threatens social media outlets with regulation, closure after fact check added to tweet
President Trump on Wednesday morning ratcheted up his feud with social media platforms, threatening to "close them down" a day after Twitter fact-checked a pair of the president's tweets on mail-in
Hannity scolds Ozarks partygoers: 'Could be a disaster' for vulnerable Americans
Fox News's Sean Hannity ripped partygoers who flaunted social distancing guidelines at Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks over Memorial Day weekend, stating that "if they get the virus and then are in
We did not coerce government into allowing places of worship to open - SACC
The South African Council of Churches has rubbished claims that it coerced the government into allowing places of worship to reopen under Level 3 of the Covid-19 lockdown.
President Donald Trump, Twitter at war over free speech
President Donal Trump of the United States (US) on Wednesday, May 27, threatened to close down the micro-blogging site, Twitter, including all social media.
Ex-TTC CEO Byford to be London Transport Commissioner
Andy Byford, the Briton lionized as New York City’s “Train Daddy,” is to be London’s new Transport Commissioner, taking up the role in June.
Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him
President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36
Shinji Aoba is accused of storming into Kyoto Animation's No. 1 studio on July 18 last year, setting it on fire and killing 36 people, and injuring more than 30 others.
Senate President celebrates Nigerian children on Children’s Day
President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has felicitated with Nigerian children on the occasion of the 2020 Children's Day.
Amphan has gone but why Mamata Banerjee is still nervous
It was on Wednesday last week that Amphan hit West Bengal leaving a trail of devastation. People are hitting street protesting against Mamata Banerjee government. She has to face election next year.
Overall stable and controllable: China on situation at India border
China on Wednesday reiterated that its stance on the border issues with India is consistent and clear, stressing that the situation in the China-India border area is "overall stable and controllable."
Vic Education IT manager misused position, directed $14m to own company
Corruption watchdog finds.
12-YO Boy Sleeps in Delhi Park for 45 Days, Reunited With Parents by Twitter!
A boy living in Delhi park, two social media users, two IPS officers & parents in Bihar. How internet weaved a heartwarming tale amidst nationwide lockdown
GOP Gov. DeWine Urges People To Wear Masks: ‘This Is About Loving Your Fellow Human Being’
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) pointed out on Tuesday night that wearing a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic is a...
Wall Street Journal: Trump 'smear' about Scarborough staffer death is 'same sort of trash' as Steele dossier
The Wall Street Journal compared President Trump's accusations that Joe Scarborough committed murder to the Steele dossier.
Saluting corona warriors: Cops offer roses to doctors, other frontline workers in Srinagar
After facing criticism for allegedly harassing doctors and medical workers over the past few days, cops on Wednesday offered roses to the doctors as a
Locusts attack, a cyclone, forest fires and heatwave add to India's miseries in the middle of COVID-19 pandemic
Locusts, a global pandemic, ravaging cyclone, a deadly heatwave and raging forest fires have all but crushed India's efforts to get back on track at a time when it is dealing with its worst economic crisis since Independence.
Passengers On Multiple Domestic Flights Test Positive For Coronavirus After Operations Resume
Passengers of a Delhi-Ludhiana flight have been quarantined after a 50-year-old Alliance Air employee has tested positive for coronavirus.
300 Arrested As Thousands Protest In Hong Kong Over China's Proposed Law
Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China, that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.
Luweero district council rejects proposal to spend UGX 80m on food
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Marine police impounds 11 boats on Lake Albert
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Ontario taking over management of five long-term care homes following scathing military report
The Ontario government is taking over the management of five additional long-term care homes following a scathing military report detailing what the premier called “gut-wrenching” conditions in the facilities.
Arabian Sea to soon host twin low-pressure areas
Monsoon building in right earnest
Foreigner allegedly asks whether the Govt is considerate of the mental health of expats
Foreigner allegedly asks whether the Govt is considerate of the mental health of expats
Thousands Of Illegal Firearms Still In Circulation
Despite the Government claiming to make New Zealand safer with its firearms reforms and gun buyback, according to the Auditor-General we still don’t know how many now illegal firearms are in the country, National’s Police spokesperson Brett Hudson says.
Funding Cut For Kaikoura Council’s Survival Project
The government has turned off the funding tap for Kaikoura District Council's financial sustainability project.
Why Trump’s Popularity Surge Faded So Quickly
The phenomenon demonstrates the rise and fall of dominant leaders in turbulent times
Police probing Ardrossan 'shooting' have arrested second man in connection with murder probe
The investigation into the death of Paul Cairns, 42, continues as police make second arrest in murder probe.
Stephen Jackson Mourns The Death of His Friend George Floyd At The Hands of Police (VIDEO)
The death of 46-year-old African American George Floyd on Tuesday at the hands of Minneapolis police has caught the attention…
ZANU PF calls for arrest of more MDC officials
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COVID-19 outbreak at South Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases
South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce ...
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be ...
Overseas travel inches closer to an arrival date
Australia's international travel ban could be lifted within weeks, with a draft plan for the proposed trans-Tasman bubble just days away from consideration.
Refugees in East Africa facing starvation due to COVID-19
The UNHCR has warned that urban refugees in East Africa are on the precipice of catastrophe due to a worsening situation brought by the coronavirus
Former Florida K-9 deputy arrested for illegally buying, possessing Oxycodone
A former Hardee County Sheriff's Office sergeant ended up in jail for allegedly buying Oxycodone pills without a prescription.
Covid-19: 792 new cases detected in Delhi, total shoots to 15,257
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHWF) reported 1,51,767 as the total number of cases in the country with 4,337 deaths.
More people are dying in American prisons – here’s how they face the end of their lives
In the 10 years leading up to 2016, the rate of prisoner mortality rose by 15%. End-of-life options can be limited for inmates.
Poor and black ‘invisible cyclists’ need to be part of post-pandemic transport planning too
Low-income and minority groups are often reliant on cheaper modes of transport, but many find cycling to work problematic.
How leadership in various countries has affected COVID-19 response effectiveness
Countries across the globe responded differently to the pandemic, and results show a difference in effectiveness as well.
Wealthy parents are paying to have their kids homeschooled by professionals for up to 5 hours a day, and it shows how the pandemic is widening the gaps in America's education system
Afraid that COVID-19 school shutdowns will make their kids fall behind, some rich parents are paying up to $60 an hour for professional homeschooling.
SAI plan to get cooks from Kerala centre
More sports News: The Sports Authority of India, South Centre, home to the Indian men’s and women’s hockey squad and around a dozen elite athletes training for the Toky
Mamata petitions PM against 'whimsical' scheduling of Shramik trains
India News: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sought PM Modi's intervention on Wednesday in the alleged "whimsical" functioning of the railways in sending Shramik Sp
Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him
US News: WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fac.
Day 64 of coronavirus lockdown: Ground report from Indian cities
India News: NEW DELHI: With 6,387 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's count of Covid-19 rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday, said the Union ministry of .
Trump Gives Gov. Cooper Deadline on GOP Convention Guarantee
President Trump gave North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper “one week” to determine whether the Republican National Convention scheduled for the end of August in Charlotte can still be held, given the state’s current lockdown status.
Iran president calls for harsher measures to combat ‘honour’ killings
It follows the death of a 14-year-old teenager allegedly at the hands of her father.
Woman who won appeal after killing husband can inherit his estate – judge
Sally Challen’s murder conviction for the killing of Richard Challen was quashed last year.
Wings Over Scotland blogger’s defamation appeal against Kezia Dugdale rejected
Stuart Campbell launched the action after an article was published by the former Scottish Labour leader.
‘Planning continues’ for 2020 T20 World Cup
The event is scheduled to take place in Australia from October 18 to November 15.
Council has Zoom fatigue
Town of Oliver council is feeling fed up with meeting over Zoom and is itching to get back to in-person meetings, and staff will be looking at ways to make that happen while still allowing public access.
Plymouth Tory MP Johnny Mercer remains quiet over Dominic Cummings lockdown breach saga
An email sent to people contacting Johnny Mercer says 'there may be a little delay before we can reply substantively'
Locust invasion warning in Odisha
Farmers residing in bordering areas of the state have been asked to remain alert and take immediate preventive steps.
After Pakistan, Donald Trump Says Now Ready To Mediate India-China 'Border Dispute'
Trump had said last year that US was ready to mediate between Pakistan and India on the Kashmir issue if both sides agreed.
Migrant Crisis Is Only Worsening With Diverted Shramik Special Trains
Journeys that were supposed to be a couple of days long at the most are being stretched without notice, leaving people without food and water at the peak of summer.
Lethal cobra bite leaves experts baffled
They are looking into various aspects of the alleged murder of a woman in Kollam
Reporting migrant crisis on bicycles
Two journalists with Asiaville news are pedalling their way from Delhi to Lucknow in search of the many stories behind the main picture
COVID-19: Kalaburagi sees big spike with 28 new cases in a single day
In another blow to the Kalaburagi district administration that had already been struggling hard to contain the spread of COVID-19, as many as 28 new cases of the pandemic were reported from the distri
‘Complete desilting before water release’
THANJAVURAgriculture Production Commissioner and Principal Secretary, Agriculture, Gagandeep Singh Bedi, has directed the Public Works Department officials to complete the desilting works taken up und
Spurt in reverse migration of NoRKs expected after June 13
Majority of the returnees now under prioritised category
Police were called to reports of a body in the River Irwell... thankfully it was a mannequin
There were large numbers of police and ambulance vehicles seen parked in Spinningfields
The government has lost the authority to govern. What comes next is death and chaos
The decision to protect "chief strategist" Cummings, and to propagate the logic of the madhouse, will cost lives
Schools minister can't say whether all primary pupils will be back before summer
Nick Gibb told the Education Select Committee the final decision on when pupils return will be made by the science
Cummings was wrong – but his actions won’t get people going back to shops
Dominic Cummings is an arrogant, out-of-touch fool who should have apologised to the country and handed in his resignation to the Prime Minister by 10am on Saturday morning.
SBU presses charges against Russian GRU operative who handled senior asset in Ukrainian gov't
The asset, former chief of protocol in Ukraine's Cabinet, had earlier pleaded guilty and sentenced before being handed over to Russia in a major swap effort in September 2019.
Trump threatens to shut down social media companies
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter added a warning to some of his tweets.
Birmingham’s mandatory face mask ordinance ends on Friday
The City of Birmingham will not extend its mandatory face covering ordinance beyond midnight on Friday, May 29, but that doesn’t mean citizens need to become complacent, said Mayor Randall Woodfin.
West Midlands’ 111 ambulance call answering 'is best in the country'
The West Midlands’ 111 service was the only one in the country to meet a national call-answering target, performing nearly twice as well as providers in some other areas, its chief says.
‘Planning continues’ for 2020 T20 World Cup
The event is scheduled to take place in Australia from October 18 to November 15.
Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man George Floyd; Protests erupt across city
Firings came swiftly for four Minneapolis police officers after bystander video captured the death of a black man in custody.
Minneapolis mayor: Officer who put knee on George Floyd's neck should be charged
Firings came swiftly for four Minneapolis police officers after bystander video captured the death of a black man in custody.
Arizona State's Bobby Hurley at odds with AD over allegations
Arizona State basketball coach Bobby Hurley accused athletic director Ray Anderson of "disturbing" actions when dealing with harassment allegations against a prominent athletic booster in a December email.
Grassley says White House ‘failed’ to explain why IGs were fired
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, is calling out the White House for failing to adequately explain President Trump’s recent firings of inspectors general, claiming that the removals violated requirements to provide Congress with the reasoning for such decisions.
Kate Middleton rumored to be 'furious' over workload after Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's exit; palace refutes
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s “Megxit” decision has reportedly put a huge strain on Kate Middleton's workload.
Kellyanne Conway slams Twitter's Trump fact-checks: They're done by 'people who attack him all day long'
In a sharp rebuke of Twitter's first-ever move to fact-check a tweet by President Trump, White House adviser to the president Kellyanne Conway insisted Wednesday that Democrats within the mainstream media cannot be relied upon.
Governor Udom Emmanuel urges Akwa Ibom children to stay off activities that can ruin their future
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel, has sent his felicitations to the children of the State on the occasion of this year’s Children’s Day celebrations, calling on the shun tendencies that could ruin their future.
Kano faults viral video on isolation centre, says claim is misleading
Kano State government has described the viral footage on the social media on Dangote Isolation entre at Sani Abacha Stadium as misleading and unfounded. The video clip depicted an abandoned project at the site, showing empty bed space with meant for the centre littered around the premises. The voice note note on the clip also […]
We’re yet to have any meaningful engagement with govt over strike, says ASUU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), yesterday said it was yet to have on any meaningful engagement with Federal Government since the union embarked on an indefinite strike.
Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China
Donald Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.
How Wuhan tested 6.5 million for coronavirus in days
While other governments have struggled to provide testing for their populations on a broad scale, China has embarked on a citywide campaign to prevent a resurgence of infections at all costs. It has succeeded, according to residents and Chinese news reports, by mobilizing thousands of medical and other workers and spending hundreds of millions of dollars.
Americas will be hardest hit by COVID-19 job losses: International Labour Organization
The outbreak also risks creating a "lockdown generation" of young people forced to play catch-up on the labour market for at least 10 years, the Geneva-based body said.
Ukrainian woman uses panties as face mask after she’s denied service
A Ukrainian woman has gone viral for removing her panties and wearing them as a mask after being refused service at a post office.
House Republicans file lawsuit against Nancy Pelosi to end proxy voting
The lawsuit alleges that the proxy vote legislation passed by the House earlier this month is unconstitutional and sets a dangerous precedent.
South Korea sees highest daily coronavirus spike in more than a month
South Korea reported its highest daily spike in new coronavirus cases in about a month-and-a-half Wednesday — an outbreak linked to a now-closed facility run by one of the country’s
Antigraft group reports KPK’s new law enforcement deputy over ethical violation
Newly appointed KPK law enforcement deputy Karyoto violated the antigraft body's code of ethics in a recent arrest involving a university staffer, according to the Indonesian Anti-Corruption Community (MAKI).
Most SOEs have completed proposed 'new normal' protocols: Minister
Eighty six percent of SOEs have compiled their post-restriction business recovery or "new normal" protocols.
'Suspicious men' seen approaching women at park
Concerned beauty spot visitors urged to report information to the police
Suspect named after emergency worker is attacked in house
He was also charged with criminal damage and racially aggravated public order
Mistakes happen, not good to amplify small negative points: Ambassador of Zambia to China
Zambia's Ambassador to China dismissed the reports by some Western media outlets about Africans being discriminated against because of the novel coronavirus.
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill
Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.
UK government hopeful to get go-ahead for schools reopening: PM's spokesman
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s government hopes it will get the go-ahead from scientists to proceed with the return of some pupils to schools on June 1 and be able to work on ways to increase social contact, Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s spokesman said.
Germany can't confirm Merkel will attend G7 in person: spokeswoman
BERLIN (Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel cannot confirm her physical presence at an envisaged summit of the Group of Seven (G7) in the United States yet, a spokeswoman said on Wednesday, adding that this would depend on how the coronavirus pandemic develops.
Nigerian military unlawfully detain children at rehabilitation centre for militants: Amnesty
ABUJA (Reuters) - The Nigerian military are unlawfully detaining boys and men at a rehabilitation centre for alleged members of the Islamist militant group Boko Haram, Amnesty International said in a report released on Wednesday.
Two Jamaican nationals living in Collier County charged with lottery scam
The Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested two men in connection to a lottery scam that involved victims throughout the United States.
Prince Harry's emotional letter inspired by Princess Diana revealed
Prince Harry wrote a touching letter to a charity
Aisha Jumwa Among 7 Nasa MPs to Be Expelled From House Committees
House Minority Whip Junet Mohamed said that the legislators would be 'isolated and quarantined for six months' following which the...
KDF Soldier & Police Officer Feared Dead After Friendly Fire at Midnight
The police officer was allegedly returning from a visit to a female friend at 2.15 a.m. when he spotted
123 Test Positive for Covid-19, Cases Rise to 1,471 [VIDEO]
Health CS Mutahi Kagwe confirmed that 123 more people tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours...
US: Four Minneapolis policemen fired after the death of black man pinned down by white officer
Video captured by the bystanders on Monday showed George Floyd shouting ‘I cannot breathe’ as a police officer knelt on his neck.
75 More Policemen in Maharashtra found Corona Positive in 24 Hours -
In Maharashtra, which is facing the highest impact of the Corona crisis in India, this deadly virus is rapidly catching
Budgam road mishap: Injured woman succumbs
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Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck
Your knee in my neck. I can't breathe... Mama. Mama, Floyd pleaded.
PD: Bicyclist hit, killed near 19th Avenue and Bethany Home Road
Police are investigating a deadly crash involving a bicyclist in Phoenix.
Trump Threatens to Regulate, Close Down Twitter Amid Spat Over Flagged Tweets
The president accused the social media giant of “completely stifling FREE speech” late Tuesday, warning that he would not allow this to continue after the microblogging...
Conspiracist-in-Chief? Donald Trump's Most Outlandish Online Theories Revisited
One of the world's biggest news-making Twitter accounts - the one run by Donald Trump - has been fitted with a fact-checking warning after spreading what the platform...
Donald Trump threatens to shut down social media as Twitter fact-checks him
President Trump hit out hours after Twitter added a 'misleading information' tag to his tweets to flag up inaccuracies
Did Bill Clinton visit Jeffrey Epstein's island after new Netflix doc claims?
The former president has always adamantly denied the claims.
Some children 'may be at increased risk of online harm' during pandemic
Isolated children may be at more risk of online harm during the pandemic, a leading support charity in Northern Ireland has warned.
Coronavirus fines in north drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month
The number of fines issued by the PSNI over social distancing rules dropped from nearly 400 to 30 in a month, it can be revealed.
Lithuanian man (34) in court over murder of man in north Belfast
A Lithuanian man has been charged with the murder of another man whose body was found in a house in Belfast.
Shashank Manohar declines extension, BCCI says an Indian could contest for ICC chairman post - Cricket news
Shashank Manohar has declared he will not seek another term as the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and also declined an offer of an extension.
BBC backs its political editor Laura Kuenssberg and says she did NOT tweet 'in defence' of Dominic Cummings after a 'significant' number of complaints
Laura Kuenssberg had responded directly to Daily Mirror political editor Pippa Crerar who first revealed Dominic Cummings's 260-mile journey from London to County Durham with his family.
Coronavirus has created a 'lockdown generation', with one in six young people forced to stop working, UN warns
The body's International Labour Organisation said the COVID-19 crisis has disproportionately affected young people and could impact upon their work opportunities and career options for decades.
Yogi Adityanath makes a U-turn: States need no permission to hire workers from Uttar Pradesh
CM Yogi Adityanath had said any state that wants migrant workers back from Uttar Pradesh will have to seek permission from his government. He also announced that the government will set up a Migration Commission.
Video Shows George Floyd Moments Before His Death, Wasn't Resisting Arrest
New surveillance footage shows the moments before a Minneapolis police officer kneeled on George Floyd's neck as he repeatedly told them he couldn'...
With an ally in control of the party machine, Keir Starmer’s victory is complete
David Evans is not a compromise appointment for general secretary. But will he improve the party culture?, says LabourList editor Sienna Rodgers
Boris Johnson has faced down Tory rebellions before, but this one is different
The Dominic Cummings furore can’t be dismissed as Westminster bubble story. And No 10 has made it clear whose side they’re on, says Katy Balls, the Spectator’s deputy political editor
Trump threatens social media after Twitter puts warning on his false claims
President vows to ‘strongly regulate’ or shutter platforms that ‘silence conservative voices’ a day after Twitter added warning label on falsehoods
Does UP govt want to scrap labourers' constitutional rights, asks Priyanka
CM Adityanath had on May 25 said that the state government will provide social security and insurance to labourers
Rahul spreading false news; no one can threaten Modi's India: Ravi Shankar
Amidst the rising tension in east Ladakh along the Sino-India border, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday said that no one can threaten Narendra Modi's India
Tiger that had killed shepherd near Hunsur trapped
Big cat injured due to territorial fight; to be shifted to Bengaluru Bannerghatta Biological Park Mysore/Mysuru: The tiger that had mauled a shepherd to death near Hunsur on Monday was trapped inside a cage late last night. A few remains of 65-year-old Jagadeesh was found near D. Haadi of Neralakuppe by the Forest Department officials...
Government mulling on online teaching for PUC
Mysore/Mysuru: In a significant move in taking online education to all levels of higher education, the State Government on Tuesday resolved to continue with the system as a new normal in higher education. Chief Minister B.S.Yediyurappa at a review meeting of the Higher Education Department at Bengaluru yesterday directed officials to extend the current online...
Government issues fresh rules for inter-State travel
14-day quarantine mandatory for all travellers including Defence, Railway, ISRO and medical professionals In Mysuru, six hotels with 266 rooms reserved for facility quarantine; free accommodation at Morarji School Bengaluru/Mysuru: The Karnataka Government has tightened restrictions to those who are coming from high-risk States. At the same time, it has decided to allow commercial activities...
Karnataka to re-open Temples from June 1
To take final decision after Centre’s guidelines Bengaluru: The Karnataka Government yesterday said Temples in the State could be re-opened from June 1. The final decision, however, will be taken after the Centre releases its guidelines once the fourth phase of the lockdown is over on May 31. Temples in Karnataka have been closed for...
Schools in State likely to re-open on July 1
Mysore/Mysuru: After an abrupt end to the 2019-20 academic year following the COVID-19 induced nationwide lockdown, Schools across Karnataka are likely to re-open on July 1 for the new academic year (2020-21). Primary and Secondary Education Minister S. Suresh Kumar discussed the issue with the Department officials at a meeting held in the State capital...
Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters
'The cabinet will come up with a Hong Kong humanitarian assistance action plan...to provide complete planning for Hong Kong people's residency, accommodation and care,' says Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen
Thai parliament urged to pass record $60-billion virus stimulus bill
'To get the country back on track...we urgently need the budget of 1.9 trillion baht,' says Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha
China to loosen flight restrictions after outcry from stranded citizens
Starting June 2020, the number of permitted flights in China will nearly triple to 407 per week
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1
More than half of Canada's national parks - including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia - are to reopen next week.
The Chinese Communist Party puts on a brave face
The National People’s Congress (NPC) of China meets every year at the end of March. The NPC is the highest legislative and representative body of China and it has the power to make and implement
Kolkata Knight Riders pledge support in aftermath of cyclone Amphan
IPL franchise co-owned by Shah Rukh Khan to plant trees, offer financial help
Six people killed in shooting in Saudi Arabia's Asir province
The deceased are in their 30s and 40s. The wounded were taken to the nearest hospital.
Coronavirus: Odisha man shunned by villagers, forced to live in his car despite testing negative for COVID-19
India: Rise in cases of social boycott due to fear of coronavirus
Dubai government offices to resume work with 100 per cent employees from June 14
From Sunday, May 31, government offices will start work with 50% staff
Ghanaian Landlord allegedly kills tenant for refusing to vacate his house (Video)
A Ghanaian landlord identified as Victor Stephen Nana Kankam, has been arrested for allegedly killing his tenant who refused to vacate his house after he ordered him to. A Facebook user, Blessing Naana Ansah-Senkyire, who
Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers
Villagers are scared that guest workers returned from places with high number of corona positives will spread the virus
Lapses in handling human crisis: Supreme Court to Centre on miseries of migrants
The court also issued notice to all the states and UTs, directing them to submit their response by Thursday.
Whole country to move to Level 3 on 1 June, but further detail delayed, again
A highly anticipated media briefing on the Level 3 regulations has once again been postponed. Meanwhile, Health Minister Zweli Mkhizi clarified on Wednesday that Covid-19 hotspots will move to Level 3 along with the rest of the country on 1 June.
South Africa’s 24-hour trend report – 26 May 2020
This is a summary of the trending, highest impact, and most active themes and their narratives related to social cohesion and division in South African public-domain social media conversations on 26 May 2020.
It looks like Amy Cooper, the white woman in the viral Central Park video, is a liberal. That's important
On Monday around 8am, a white woman named Amy Cooper was walking her dog unleashed in a protected area of New York City’s Central Park, a wooded space called The Ramble.
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies over alleged election interference
Trump’s warning represented an escalation of his previous rhetoric targeting the tech giants over purported bias against conservative expression.
UPDATED: Court stops revocation of Ororo Marginal Field
The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos Wednesday restrained the Minister of Petroleum Resources and Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR)...
Government Rubbishes Rumors That Schools Will Open On 1 June
Government Rubbishes Schools Opening On 1 June Rumor. The government has denied claims that schools will be opened on the the 1st of June.
Dahod youth jumps into well to evade arrest, dies: Cops
The deceased, Ajay Valvai (22) who had also managed to escape, had accidentally jumped into a well, the police said.
Trump offers to mediate in India-China frontier showdown
WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump offered today to mediate in what he called a “raging” border showdown between India and China in the Himalayas. Trump’s offer came after Indian defence sources said hundreds of Chinese troops had moved into a disputed zone along their 3,500...
Cop among 25 people booked for CMCO violation in Samarahan
KUCHING, May 27 — A policeman from the Samarahan district police headquarters was among 25 people who were issued compounds for violating the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures in Local Infection Areas) Regulations yesterday. Sarawak deputy police commissioner Datuk Dev Kumar...
Poland scraps mandatory masks despite many infections
WARSAW, May 27 — Poles will no longer have to wear masks outside starting this weekend as long as they abide by social distancing rules, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said today. The move came as the government further eased the EU member’s anti-virus measures. Morawiecki told...
Teen stopped for stunt driving had 14 previous traffic charges in 2020: Ottawa Police
Ottawa Police say a 17 year-old driver with 14 previous traffic charges in the first five months of 2020 was stopped for speeding again.
Donald Trump Continues Pressing 'Psycho Joe Scarborough' About 'Cold Case'
President Donald Trump continued tweeting about the conspiracy theory surrounding Joe Scarborough and the death of one of his interns.
Hong Kong Police Arrest 300 in Anti-China Protests
Thousands of fully armed riot police took the streets of Hong Kong on Wednesday to crack down on multiple peaceful protests.
Donald Trump: 'OBAMAGATE MAKES WATERGATE LOOK LIKE SMALL POTATOES!'
President Donald Trump continued to raise questions about former President Barack Obama spying on his campaign during the 2016 election.
Ice Cube: How Many Cops Have to Kill Black Americans 'Before We Strike Back?'
In the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis, veteran rapper and actor Ice Cube asked how much more "crime" must police officers commit against black Americans "before we strike back?"
Tecra Muigai’s Lover Omar Lali Released On Sh300,000 Bond
A Lamu court has released suspect in Tecra Muigai's death, Omar Lali.Lali, 50, was set free on a Sh300,000 bond after spending 21 days behind bars.On Tuesday, Lamu Principal Magistrate Allan T
Nyali School Management Accused Of Embezzling Funds As School Runs Bankrupt
The Nyali School is now allegedly bankrupt and forcing parents to pay second term fees in full a year after buying school buses at an exaggerated prices, Kahawa Tungu can reveal.Sources in the sch
Cyclone Amphan reinforces urgent need for climate adaptation planning
Last week, super cyclone Amphan (alluding to the Thai word for "sky") developed in the Bay of Bengal as the strongest cyclone ever to be recorded in the region, comparable to a Category 5 hurricane. On ...
Campaign groups call for chicken farms moratorium
An open letter asking for a pause to chicken farm planning applications has been sent to to Powys County Council’s leader and chief executive.
Children’s Day: Girl-child education must be sustained – Aisha Buhari
Kayode Oyero Aisha Buhari, wife of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has urged children in the country to take online learning seriously. She stated this on Wednesday whi...
Judge in top DR Congo corruption trial dies
The judge in a high-profile graft trial involving a key ally of DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi died suddenly overnight of a heart attack, police said Wednesday. Judge Raphael Yanyi "fell il...
Omar condemns use of rubber bullets, tear gas on crowds at George Floyd protest
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) on Wednesday condemned law enforcement for the use of rubber bullets and tear gas on crowds in Minneapolis that were protesting the death of George Floyd on Tuesday evening.
Trump again tweets about Scarborough conspiracy, despite heavy criticism
President Trump on Wednesday yet again raised a conspiracy theory about the death of an aide to former Rep.
McCarthy urges Democrats to pull surveillance bill
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) on Wednesday asked Democratic leadership to hold off on a vote on the reauthorization of three expired surveillance programs.
Bossie, Lewandowski warned Trump he was in trouble in 2020: report
Two top advisers to President Trump’s 2016 campaign warned him about his shaky standing in several key battlegrounds in the 2020 race, provoking the White House to fly in state directors from Arizona
Nevada governor to allow casinos to reopen next week
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak (D) on Tuesday announced that the state’s casinos will begin reopening next week, a move that could provide a big economic boost amid the coronavirus’s burgeoning economic
Blow for Ruto as 3 Mt Kenya MPs announce defection from Tanga Tanga
A bad month for the DP just got worse
ANALYSIS | Communications confusion: Is govt’s lockdown policy, planning coming apart at the seams?
Over the past 48 hours it seems as if government’s policy and planning strategy in easing the lockdown has started coming apart. It's difficult to see, much less understand, what actually is happening, and why, writes Pieter du Toit.
Lesotho’s new leader faces enormous hurdles ensuring peace and political stability
Majoro’s installation as Prime Minister is welcome. But it does not guarantee much needed political stability in an era of complex coalition politics in which none of Lesotho’s parties has a clear majority.
Limpopo launches Covid-19 response plan after cases surge in mining towns
The Limpopo government has launched a Covid-19 surge plan as the number of cases continue to rise, especially in mining areas.
Auto crash claims 5 lives, 5 injured in Kano
Five people were confirmed dead, while five others sustained varying degrees of injury in an accident that occured on Wednesday on
Denver: Yuvraj Singh names favourite 'Money Heist' character after Shane Warne reveals his love for the show
Shane Warne cannot wait to watch the fifth season of a popular Spanish web series Money Heist as he revealed on the social media.
Delhi farmer buys flight tickets worth Rs 68,000 to send 10 workers back home
Pappan Singh, a mushroom farmer in Delhi's Tigipur village, who is helping rewrite the migrant narrative. He has booked tickets worth Rs 68,000 for 10 of his workers to return to Bihar.
Isipingo supermarket fined during lockdown
Metro Police also removed more than three tons of stolen property.
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
Follows years of permissive content policies.
China can't remain oblivious to India's illegal constructions in Ladakh: FM Qureshi
Foreign minister says New Delhi's "aggressive policy against its neighbours is putting regional peace and stability at stake".
South Korea reports highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days
3,600 people at a facility are being tested after 36 cases were traced back to it.
US troop pullout from Afghanistan ahead of schedule
The US military withdrawal from Afghanistan is considerably ahead of schedule, an official told AFP on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump reiterated calls for the Pentagon to bring troops home.
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged
US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories.
Dozens of Sri Lankans from Kuwait test positive for coronavirus
Nearly 160 Sri Lankans repatriated from Kuwait last week have tested positive for coronavirus and one returnee has died, officials said Wednesday, with concern mounting about imported infections just as the nation eases its lockdown.
Watch all these local TV newsreaders chant the same Amazon puff piece (Update: Amazon statement)
At least 10 local TV stations ran a “news” report written and produced by Amazon, reports The Courier-News. The video was provided by Amazon, and only one station disclosed that the …
Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time
Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.
29 of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1
Minister of Environment Jonathan Wilkinson says 29 of the 48 national parks will open for day use, and there will be access to washrooms.
RNLI boss urges Government to restrict access to beaches until lifeguards return
Local RNLI crews were called out several times over the Bank Holiday weekend to rescue people in trouble along North Somerset coast
US ready and willing to mediate in 'raging border dispute' between India and China, says Donald Trump
Several areas along the LAC in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies recently
The Silent Killer: As Heat Wave Engulfs Northern India, Here’s Why It’s Deadly And How To Minimise The Damage
In India, heatwaves are the third biggest natural cause of deaths, having killed over 6,000 people since 2010
UP’s Industrial Units Seek To Employ 5 Lakh Returnee Migrant Workers From Yogi Govt’s Skill Mapping Data Bank
An official spokesperson said that the Yogi govt was determined to ensure employment for all migrant workers.
Revenue Service Officer Allegedly Commits Suicide At Delhi Home, Note Found
An Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself from the ceiling fan at his residence in Bapu Dham on Wednesday, police said.
Woman Delivers Baby Onboard UP-Bound Shramik Train In Madhya Pradesh
A 28-year-old woman gave birth to a baby boy inside a Shramik special train at Ratlam railway station in Madhya Pradesh today while she was travelling to her native place in Uttar Pradesh from Gujarat, an official said.
Despite lockdown orders, murder rates are rising in cities across America, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Homicides in Nashville have spiked 233% during the pandemic. Houston, New York, and other cities have reported sizeable increases, as well.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Heat warning remains in place for a third straight day
A cold front is expected to move in on Friday
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1
More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to reopen June 1.
Labour Boasts Illegal Roadblocks Were "Well Supported By Government"
Two Labour Members of Parliament have confirmed the claim by Democracy Action that the Government and Police condone illegal iwi roadblocks on public roads. Tamati Coffey (Labour – Waiariki) and Kiri Allan (Labour – List MP living in the East Coast) have stated that these roadblocks were “well supported” by the Government and that police “helped with the checkpoints”.
National Won’t Support Rushing APEC Bill
In what we hope will be a post-Covid world, New Zealand is set to host APEC in 2021, National’s Foreign Affairs spokesperson Gerry Brownlee says.
Does Abbas realize his speech gave Israel responsibility for Judea and Samaria? - Opeds
A close reading of Abbas' latest diatribe has him turning over of the rule of Judea and Samaria to Israel. Is he aware of that gaffe? Op-ed.
Report: US demanding Israel drop claims to areas beyond sovereignty plan - Inside Israel
Israeli officials say US is pushing Israel to accept sovereignty plan as final border, drop claims to rest of Judea & Samaria
FG to inaugurate 200,000 capacity yam storage facility in Benue
The federal government will, on June 9, inaugurate the 200, 000 capacity yam storage facility for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
Edo 2020: Whether it's direct or indirect primaries, I will win, Obaseki says
The governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed his indifference to the method of primaries adopted by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)
In 2019, Lagos, Rivers, FCT, Ogun earned more than other 33 states combined — NBS
The quartet of Lagos, Rivers, the FCT and Delta states had a combined internally generated revenue more than all other 34 states of the federation...
May 27: Senate President celebrates the Nigerian child
The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, has felicitated Nigerian children on the occasion of the 2020 Children’s Day...........
BREAKING: Abducted MDC ladies atteds court at Parktown Hospital
Three MDC activists who were arrested for staging an illegal demonstration in Warren Park have appeared before a magistrate at a court session that was held at ...
AIHRC Spotlights Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan's North
The Afghan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) on Wednesday expressed deep concerns over reports of an increase in the number of civilian casualties in the northern parts of the cou
Released Taliban Prisoners Say the War Should End
Some released Taliban prisoners claimed they would choose peace and stability "at least for now," as 328 of them were released from the Pul-e-Charkhi prison on Tuesday.
Twenty-six arrested in France and Belgium over Vietnam migrant lorry deaths
Police in Belgium and France on Wednesday announced the arrests of 26 people suspected of human trafficking in the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants who were found in a refrigerated truck in Britain l…
The Most Popular TV Show to Binge-Watch During Quarantine in Each State
‘Tiger King’ might be one of the most popular shows on Netflix, but many viewers are currently binge-watching old sitcoms.
AFP will not lay charges against Annika Smethurst over publishing of classified intelligence documents
No charges will be laid against Annika Smethurst after Australian Federal Police investigated her use of leaked documents in an article.
Heavy Storms Kill Two People In Siberia, Damage Houses, Infrastructure
Heavy storms and rains in Russia's Siberian region of Kemerovo have left two people dead and damaged dozens of houses and social infrastructure.
India vs Australia Pink ball Test to be held in December
Cricket Australia is due to confirm its tentative schedule for the 2020-21 season by the end of this week.
Trump Threatens Twitter After Presidential Tweets Get Fact Check
The president claimed that tech giants “silence conservative voices,” and threatened to regulate them, despite not being able to.
Five arrested after bungled assassination in war for control of European drug trade that has led to 41 deaths
The CCTV footage shows two men soaking a stolen SMART car with liquid before the flames unexpectedly engulf both men, leaving at least one alight.
India to start Australia Test series at Brisbane on December 3, no quarantine hub: Australian media
Cricket News: Cricket Australia has locked in four venues for the financially crucial Test series against India and the first match is tentatively set for a Dec 3 s
'I was determined', says girl who cycled injured dad across India
More sports News: A 15-year-old girl who won praise for carrying her injured father hundreds of miles across India by bike said on Wednesday she never thought of giving
Progressives Show How Shallow the #MeToo Movement Is
When it comes to sexual assault accusations against Republicans, as we saw with Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, Democrats insisted we believe all women. But now that presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is being accused by former staffer Tara Reade of sexually assaulting her in the early 90s, the attitude appears to be quite different.
Thousands of illegal firearms still in circulation - Hudson
Despite the Government claiming to make New Zealand safer with its firearms reforms and gun buyback, according to the Auditor-General we still don’t know how many now illegal firearms are in the country, National’s Police spokesperson Brett Hudson says.
Police find £1m cash in suspect’s home after stopping his car
The search was carried out by officers from the Metropolitan Police’s Operation Venice.
Worry of repercussions
The boss of one of the two Canadians imprisoned in China says he doesn't want the People's Republic to subject them to repercussions because today's court ruling went against its wishes.
Rock Hill mother, boyfriend charged in death of 4-year-old who tested positive for cocaine at birth
A 4-year-old child was dead in Rock Hill late Tuesday morning, prompting a death investigation and leading to the arrest of the child’s mother and the mother’s boyfriend.
Why Do 44% of Republicans Believe Bill Gates Will Use Coronavirus Vaccines to Inject Them With Microchips?
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Woman rescued from River Clyde after car crashed into water at Renfrew ferry terminal
A WOMAN has been rescued after her car crashed into the River Clyde. The incident at the Renfrew ferry terminal just after 1pm prompted an emergency response with police, ambulance and fire crews i…
Over 3,500 Shramik special trains ferried more than 48 lakh workers: Railways
Nearly 80% of total Shramik trains are destined for various destinations in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, said Ministry of Railways.IRCTC has distributed over 74 lakh free meals and more than 1 crore water bottles to travelling migrants so far
With record 817 fresh cases, Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 18,000-mark
The death toll in the state increased to 133 after six more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.Of the new cases reported, 138 patients were returnees from Maharashtra followed by one from Telangana and other states who were tested positive in the state
Long-term care home report and sale of Torstar; In The News for May 27
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Ma
Coronavirus lockdown | Mamata Banerjee apprehensive of return of migrants to West Bengal
The state considers the ferrying of a large number of migrant workers by the railways as a big problem for public health, says Mamata Banerjee
Brothers choke to death in well
Two brothers who stepped into a well to rescue a calf died of suffocation at Kumbala in Kasaragod district on Wednesday. According to the police, the deceased were identified as 45-year-old Narayanan
15 smart kiosks to be set up for COVID-19 testing
The State government in collaboration with Wipro GE Healthcare will set up 15 ‘smart kiosks’ across the State in the next few days for random population-based screening for COVID-19. The company’s ini
Top news of the day: Students allowed to appear for CBSE exams from current location; Trump offers to ‘mediate or arbitrate’ between India and China, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
Valuation of Plus Two answer papers begins
Due safety precautions taken in view of COVID 19 pandemic
Rice cultivation: Revoke ban or face agitation, Congress tells Haryana govt.
Desist from experiments with farming and farmers during pandemic, it says
Police hunt man who exposed himself to woman in rural Stockport
The man was about 50 and was wearing striped clothing
Land at the centre of planning row in south Manchester shut while investigation work into potential asbestos contamination carried out
'We have acted at the earliest opportunity to put protection measures in place and conduct a detailed inspection'
Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before summer holidays
It was previously announced that all primary school pupils in England should be able to go back to school for a month before the summer break began in July and August
Police commissioner says lockdown breakers are using Dominic Cummings as an excuse
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson says it's 'almost impossible' for officers to do their job
'Startling steps' tourist bridge in China closed after girl falls and breaks spine
The child and her family were visiting Tangli Happy Play Valley in Dalian, in north-eastern China's Liaoning Province, when her safety harness failed to protect her
Young hikers missing for 19 days in New Zealand found injured but alive in bush
Missing backpackers Jessica O'Connor and Dion Reynolds have been found with "smiles and relief" after getting lost after entering the Anatori Valley in Kahurangi National Park, on the South Island
Two policemen 'forced woman to wear gas mask then raped and tortured her'
Police officers Nikolay Kuziv, 35, and Sergey Sulima, 29, are being held in custody as part of an investigation into claims they raped and tortured a crime witness in Ukraine
Ukraine's FM Kuleba plans to visit Hungary in late May
Relations between the two countries slid to a chill after the Ukrainian parliament in 2017 passed a new education law, which Hungary says treads on minority rights – the claim Ukraine has been steadily refuting.
Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after Twitter fact check
President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.
Protesters gather in Hong Kong over national anthem debate
Pro-Democracy protesters gathered in their thousands in Hong Kong today as senators debated a bill making abusing the Chinese national anthem a criminal act
German minister warns of far-right threat as anti-Semitic crime jumps
The number of anti-Semitic crimes committed in Germany rose last year by 13%, Interior Minster Horst Seehofer said on Wednesday, laying the blame squarely on right-wing radicals. Germany has stepped up efforts to counter far-right groups in recent months, especially after a gunman in the city of Halle
'No Massive Forest Fires in Uttarakhand': Forest Department Clarifies Fake News
As it reportedly 'rained in some parts of the state' on Wednesday, Uttarakhand Forest Department calls out fake news and 'old and wrong visuals' about forest fires being shared on social media
Hundreds Question High Court’s Integrity in ‘The People Are The Sovereign’ Rally
The court commits abhorrent violations of the sacred principle of the separation of powers that guides Western democracies.
Hong Kong protests over law to ban ridicule of China's national anthem
Demonstrators gathered at Hysan Place shopping mall on May 27.
Police find £1m cash in suspect’s home after stopping his car
The search was carried out by officers from the Metropolitan Police’s Operation Venice.
Public telling police 'if it's OK for Cummings it's OK for us' says PCC
People breaching lockdown rules in the West Midlands have told police they are not following them because Dominic Cummings didn't.
'Firing them is not enough' | George Floyd's sister wants justice after brother dies in police custody
Anger has bubbled after Floyd was killed while in police custody in Minneapolis on Monday night. Video taken from someone at a scene showed an officer with a knee clamped down on Floyd's neck while he laid face-down in the street while handcuffed.
Ford pilots new heated sanitation software that can help neutralize the coronavirus in police vehicles
Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles can now employ a heated sanitation software to help disinfect and neutralize the coronavirus.
Apple To Reopen Approximately 100 US Retail Locations
Apple, which runs 510 retail locations throughout the globe, intends to open roughly 100 U.S. stores this week.
Nearly half of New Yorkers critical of Cuomo’s handling of nursing home crisis: poll
A new survey indicates that a slight plurality of New Yorkers give Gov. Andrew Cuomo a thumbs down on how he’s been dealing with elder care facilities in his state amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Muslim father in Uganda burns daughter for reportedly converting to Christianity: watchdog group
A 24-year-old woman in Uganda, unable to travel due to coronavirus restrictions, was burned by her Muslim father for purportedly converting to Christianity, according to a persecution watchdog group.
Cuomo granted immunity to nursing home executives, after big-money campaign donation: report
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who signed legislation granting hospital and nursing home executives immunity from lawsuits related to the novel coronavirus last month, previously received a big-money boost from a powerful health care industry group, according to a new report.
How primary schools will look from June 1 as teachers section off classrooms and corridors – and kids will queue in pens
A PRIMARY school has revealed how classrooms will look from June 1 with children being dropped off into pens and sent home if they refuse to social distance. Pupils at Kingsholm church of England s…
Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China amid face-off at LAC
In a tweet on Wednesday, Trump said he has offered to "mediate or arbitrate" the "raging border dispute" between the two countries.
After Guardian report, Kano to hasten distribution of FG palliatives already beaten by rain
Kano State Government has finalized arrangement to distribute the Federal government palliatives to less privilege. The state government action came few hours after The Guardian reported how the same food items were abandoned in an open space and being hit by rain and sun. A statement issued by Commissioner for Information, Malam Garba, explained that […]
Irregularities in N-Power prompts FG to reform program for greater efficiency
Some irregularities in the N-Power program has prompted the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development to streamline the programme for greater efficiency to provide opportunities for more Nigerian youths.
Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after tweets tagged
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.
Nude man allegedly spent ‘entire day’ destroying Florida school
A naked man broke into a shuttered Florida high school and trashed the building, leaving $100,000 in damages in a 22-hour vandalism spree.
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill
Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalize disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.
Samarinda flood victims turn to social media for help
Heavy rain that hit Samarinda over the weekend left numerous areas of East Kalimantan's capital flooded.
That's made up: Anies refutes business group's claim about reopening of malls
The third phase of restriction implementation in Jakarta could be extended.
Which? launches new way to report delays to your flight refund
A number of customers have been waiting weeks for a flight refund
Rebel groups kill at least 40 in attacks in eastern Congo
BENI, Congo — Rebels have killed at least 40 people in several attacks in Congo’s eastern Irumu territory, a local civil rights group says.
Peter Manfredonia was 'on a mission' to find young neighborhood woman, victim's wife says
"He was clearly walking to her home with a mission, with a machete in his backpack."
Sari Baldauf takes over as Nokia chair from Siilasmaa
HELSINKI (Reuters) - Sari Baldauf took over as chairwoman of telecoms equipment maker Nokia on Wednesday, succeeding Risto Siilasmaa who chaired the Finnish firm for eight years.
Death of 'Mr Big' stirs memories of Singapore's gangland past
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Early one October morning in 1969, Singapore police found the body of a man dumped in a storm drain. He had been stabbed to death, police said, in what became one of the country’s most notorious gang killings.
Japan Plans Possible Flight Subsidies to Boost Tourism When/If Any Form of Normal Returns
Japan's tourism chiefs have revealed a quite staggering yet entirely believable modern statistic, showing that incoming tourism during the month of April fell by... go on, have a guess... 99.9 per cent. That left a mere 2,900 overseas travellers entering the country for a massively ill-advised and no doubt quite bizarre holiday during the month.
Fort Myers Police locate suspect who broke into a Publix in Lehigh Acres
FMPD responded to an alarm at a Publix on Lee Boulevard. They noticed someone had tried to break in. Citizens notified police about a possible suspect. They were able to apprehend the man.
Man says he broke into San Diego bank just so he could heat up his Hot Pockets
A man who was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a Chollas View bank early Wednesday morning apparently entered the branch just so he can heat up his Hot Pocket sandwiches.
Las Vegas police seek help identifying 4 from business robbery
Las Vegas police are seeking the public’s help in identifying four people who carried out a robbery at a business in the Las Vegas valley on May 11.
Provide details on facilities for Covid-19 patients: HC tells Delhi government, Centre
The court took note of a viral video accusing both governments of lapses in arrangements for Covid-19 patients.
Covid-19: CBSE students who moved amid lockdown can take Class 10, Class 12 exams from new location
HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal said the students should contact their schools to inform them about where they wish to take the exams.
Quebec long-term care facilities need more medical staff, better use of PPE, military report finds
The office of Premier Francois Legault confirmed to CTV News that the government received the report late Tuesday night.
People Coming in Goa are not Required to be Quarantined: CM Pramod Sawant -
The Goa government has changed its Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for people entering the state. People entering the state through
Chrungoo meets J&K LG, presented memorandum
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Only about 50% of Americans say they will definitely get a COVID-19 vaccine if one is made available
Only about half of Americans say they would get a vaccine for COVID-19 if one becomes available, according to a survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
Will mail-in voting turn Election Day into Election Week?
A shift to mail voting is increasing the chances that Americans will not know the winner of November’s presidential race on election night, a scenario that is fueling worries about...
TV Stations in US Caught Airing Content Scripted by Amazon – Report
The media content in question emerged ahead of the annual meeting of Amazon's shareholders where worker safety issues were expected to be discussed.
Roadside Bomb Explodes on Syria's M4 Highway in Idlib, Leaving Casualties
Earlier this year, Russia and Turkey agreed to carry out joint patrols on the M-4 highway in Idlib.
Wife says Cummings was in bed for 10 days while he 'picked up son from hospital'
Holes are being blown in the couple's stories.
Girl, 14, died from suspected ecstasy overdose after lockdown party
Heartbroken friends have pleaded with other teenagers not to make the same mistake.
Pakistan Army shoots down Indian spy drone along LoC
Quadcopter had intruded 650 metres inside Pakistan’s territory, says ISPR DG
US lawmaker introduces bill to recognise Tibet as independent nation
The US Representative Scott Perry has also introduced a similar bill for Hong Kong
To meet revenue shortfall, Punjab to go for additional borrowing amid corona crisis
The state governments have extremely limited fiscal space, especially after the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax.
JTA head hits back at ‘bitter’ Pembroke Hall principal
Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) President Owen Speid has fired back at a public rebuke from Principal of Pembroke Hall High, Reverend Claude Ellis, saying the school leader is ‘bitter’ and should focus on fixing problems at...
Bizarre moment bungling burglar almost falls through workshop roof sending debris crashing down onto couple making facemasks for NHS workers
James McConville and his girlfriend were working in Aintree when the roof began to fall in. Debris just missed Mr McConville partner's head and she was left badly shaken.
Locust swarms head for India ahead of planting season
As many as 700 tractors, 75 fire engines and almost 50 other vehicles are engaged in spraying pesticides to kill the locusts, Trilochan Mohapatra, director general of the state-run Indian Council of Agricultural Research in New Delhi said on Tuesday.
Coronavirus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths
Europe has recorded about 170,000 deaths, while the US has reported more than 98,900 in a span of less than four months, more than the number of Americans killed in the Vietnam and Korean wars combined.
Coronavirus in Delhi: COVID-19 death toll in national mounts to 303; highest spike of 792 cases
This is the first time in Delhi that over 700 COVID-19 cases have been reported in a day.
‘Congress-ruled states did it first’: BJP’s no holds barred attack after Rahul Gandhi says lockdown failed
Lockdown in India: Rahul Gandhi has said that the purpose of lockdown has failed in India as he referred to the spike in Coronavirus cases in the last few days.
Edo poll: No man can stop me from returning as governor – Obaseki
Obaseki said this on Wednesday when he appeared on a Channels Television programme: “Sunrise Daily.”
Text message tells vulnerable people they are dropped from shielding list
Outcry after some in England told they would lose government support without doctors being able to talk to them first
India's Q1 GDP may contract 40%, states to lose Rs 30 trillion: Report
For FY21, the SBI Ecowrap report has projected a 6.8 per cent contraction in the country's real GDP
States tighten locust control measures as pest gives Delhi a miss for now
Govt asserts desert locusts have not impacted rabi crops and efforts are on to eliminate the insects before monsoon in order to save kharif
India can tide over worst recession, but govt must be careful: Experts
Montek Singh, D Subbarao were participating in a webinar hosted by Bhavan's SP Jain Institute of Management Research
Lockdown impact: NHAI to extend contract for private highway developers
25% average toll collection loss to get one-day extension
Greek PM and seven other country leaders discuss efforts to restart the economy
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Wednesday took part in the third video conference between the leaders of countries that addressed the first wave of the
Teenager still in hospital after freak parachute accident in Washington over weekend
A 17-year-old is still in hospital after being airlifted from the scene of the accident on Saturday
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill
Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over
2 Corps members who met during NYSC in Plateau state, set to wed this Saturday (photos)
Two Corps members who met at the NYSC orientation camp in Plateau state sre set to wed this Saturday, May 30. In a statement announcing the wedding of the two corps members, Felicia Haruna from Kaduna
George Floyd Death: Protesters clash with Police in Minneapolis (Video)
Protests erupt in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, chanting "I can't breathe" on Tuesday night. Thousands of protesters were demanding justice for 46-year-old George Floyd, a black man who died after a white Minneapolis
Congress cannot pass the buck in Maharashtra: Fadnavis after Rahul Gandhi's remarks
Fadnavis said that speculative statements like the Opposition trying to destabilise the Sena-led government are wrong.
Reality check on finding new export markets: China's demand dwarfs the rest
Do you stop supplying half of your Shiraz to China because the government says we need to "diversify"? You can't give up that business to pursue wine sales in teetotal India or Indonesia.
Industrial reform will be PM's Everest – it won't resemble Hawke's Accord
The trade-offs that Bob Hawke could offer Australian workers are not available to Scott Morrison. He is right to attempt industrial reform, but it is a courageous and challenging path.
Buhari extols Amaechi at 55 - The Nation Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari has extolled the unique qualities of the Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, as he turned 55 years of age...
Pay us compensation before demolishing our property, landlords tell Akeredolu
Owners of over 30 buildings marked for demolition in parts of Akure, the Ondo state capital have called on Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu...
Kano workers threaten seven days warning strike over salary deduction
Kolade Adeyemi, Kano The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to embark on seven days warning strike in Kano over the State...
Bishop Demands Compensation For Lost Revenue From Tithes And Offerings During Lockdown
A South African bishop has demanded compensation from the government for revenue lost during the national lockdown when people were prohibited
Row over naming Bengaluru city’s flyover after Veer Savarkar
Congress said naming of the bridge after Savarkar was taken, despite opposition, and questioned Savarkar's contribution to Karnataka and Bengaluru. The Congress and other opposition parties had earlier vehemently opposed the move to confer Bharat Ratna on Savarkar, posthumously.
Special KLM flight brings home 276 Indians from Netherlands
On June 8, another batch of stranded Indians will be sent home by a special Air India flight from Amsterdam to New Delhi as part of the second leg of the 'Vande Bharat Mission'.
A week on, no arrest yet in rape of 4-yr-old girl in Kutch
On Tuesday, Ibrahim Halepotra, the president of Akhil Kutch Sunni Muslim Hit Rakhsak Committee, wrote a letter to the district collector demanding police action against the accused and alleged inefficiency in policing.
Peru town mayor flouts lockdown to ‘drink with friends’, plays dead to avoid arrest
Jaime Rolando Urbina Torres climbed into an open casket and lay still, while wearing a face mask.
US ready, willing to mediate: Trump on ‘raging’ India-China border dispute
China earlier in the day, said the situation at the border with India was “overall stable and controllable”.
India’s GDP growth may rebound to 5 pc in FY22, says Subbarao
"I do believe that getting up to 5 per cent next year (FY22) is quite probable. The reason I say that is because this (COVID-19) is not a natural disaster. Our factories are still standing, our infrastructure and transport systems are still there," former RBI governor Duvvuri Subbarao said.
Citing cyclone relief work, Mamata asks PM Modi to intervene on Shramik trains being sent to state
"As per the government assessment, 8.13 lakh people were evacuated while 2 lakh are still in shelters. About 4.5 lakh electric poles and 10.5 lakh agricultural land have been damaged. Besides, 317 km of urban road and 4,410 km rural road have been damaged," Mamata said.
Delhi: In last 24 hrs, 792 Covid-19 cases reported; total tally rises to 15,257
The recovery rate of the city is 47.67 per cent, higher than the national average of around 42 per cent.
Apec senior officials discuss possible platform for info sharing on Covid-19
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) today discussed on how to formulate a possible coordinated approach to collecting and sharing information on policies and measures regarding Covid-19 and its economic effects. In his welcoming...
No need to attend pre-marriage course during CMCO in Kedah, says MB
ALOR SETAR, May 27 — Muslim couples who intend to tie the knot during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period in Kedah need not attend a pre-marriage course as required previously. Mentri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said a couple would normally be required to attend a pre-marriage...
Georgia to reopen all shops, cafes, resume public transport before June 8 -PM
TBILISI, May 27— Georgia will restart public transport and reopen shops, shopping malls and cafes and restaurants before June 8, the ex-Soviet country’s Prime Minister Giorgi Gakharia said today. Gakharia told the government that public transport, including the metro, would resume on May 29,...
State Health Dept denies ordering Johor Baru shopping mall patrons to undergo Covid-19 screening
JOHOR BARU, May 27 — The Johor State Health Department (JKNJ) has denied allegations that it ordered visitors to a shopping mall here to undergo Covid-19 screening, said its director Dr Aman Rabu. Instead, he said, JKNJ only directed the mall to be closed for not complying with the standard...
Actor detained in Ampang for allegedly enticing married woman
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — A male actor was detained at the Ampang District Police Headquarters yesterday after he came forward to provide a statement in relation to a case of enticing a married woman and having an illicit relationship with her. Ampang Jaya district police chief ACP Noor Azmi Yusoff...
McCarthy: Congressional Proxy Voting 'Endangering the Constitution to Ensure Pelosi Has More Power
As the country grapples with the coronavirus pandemic, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) has proceeded with a change to House rules that will allow for so-called proxy voting by members, a move opposed by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA). | Clips
Report: NM Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Broke Lockdown to Buy Jewelry
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham bought jewelry from a non-essential business which was closed by her lockdown order, according to a report.
Lorry deaths: 26 arrested in Europe human trafficking probe
Those detained are suspected of being part of a criminal organisation trafficking Vietnamese nationals through Belgium and France to the UK.
Public telling police ‘If it’s OK for Cummings, it’s OK for us’ – commissioner
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson said force intelligence reports show ‘push-back’ from the public.
Open airports, Rep tells FG
Kayode Oyero A member of the House of Representatives, Akinola Alabi, has urged the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 to open the country
Poll: Biden leads Trump by 11 points nationally
Former Vice President Joe Biden has opened up an 11-point lead over President Trump in the race for the White House, according to a new national survey.
Fauci: Nominating conventions may be able to go on as planned
Anthony Fauci, a top member of President Trump’s coronavirus task force, said Wednesday that it’s possible the party nominating conventions will be able to go on as planned in August if the
Lawmakers urge Trump to cancel DC's July 4 event: 'Impossible to put on safely'
A group of lawmakers representing the National Capital Region is calling for the Trump administration to drop plans to hold a second "Salute to America" Fourth of July celebration in Washington, D.C.
Andile 'Bobo' Mbuthu's family confirms remains found in river are his
The family of murdered teen Andile "Bobo" Mbuthu, who was allegedly kidnapped and dumped in a river near Tongaat, north of Durban, has confirmed that the remains found in the river are indeed his.
INFOGRAPHICS | Sharp drop in Covid-19 testing due to kit, reagent shortages
As an expected spike in Covid-19 cases looms, South African laboratories are facing a critical shortage of test kits and reagents needed to conduct coronavirus testing.
Covid-19: Worried teachers petition govt over schools re-opening
Seven teachers’ unions yesterday petitioned Primary and Secondary Education minister Cain Mathema to stop the re-opening of schools until COVID-19 is effectively contained.
Morrison takes a tilt at history
The Prime Minister is riding a wave of goodwill as he attempts to cut across decades of rancour to reform industrial relations.
Labor flags super pledge for work deal
The ACTU faces pressure from the broader labour movement to safeguard the legislated 12 per cent superannuation guarantee.
Carnegie struggles with being a virus refugee
Venture capitalist Mark Carnegie loves his new New Zealand property but needs to get back to Australia to see the kids.
Trumps's re-election strategy is unmasked
President Trump is remaining maskless in the hope that voters will soon side with him over COVID-19 restrictions.
Road map of post-pandemic Asia may look different
Leading observers on Asia are debating whether nations in the region will consider new approaches to diplomatic and economic engagement.
Unicef seeks menstrual support for adolescent women, girls
THE United Nations Children’s Fund, Unicef, has solicited support from the government, organizations, parents and other
COVID-19 task force members not campaign officials – Anambra govt
APGA, controlled by Anambra State government insisted Wednesday that the COVID-19 task forces set up in the 21 local government areas
Dozens of Sri Lankans from Kuwait test positive for coronavirus
Nearly 160 Sri Lankans repatriated from Kuwait last week have tested positive for coronavirus and one returnee has died, officials said.
Right of Way: Why right to development now rests with governors
ITU once s aid that a 10 percent broadband penetration in Africa would result in an increase of 2.5 percent of GDP per capita.
NCC announces indefinite suspension of 2018 spectrum trading guidelines
By Emmanuel Elebeke The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has suspended the Spectrum Trading Guidelines 2018 for the Nigerian telecommunications industry. The position was taken at a recent meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Commission and urged all licensed telecommunications operators, prospective investors, industry stakeholders and the general public to take note. In aRead More
Shashank Manohar to step down as ICC chairman after current term
The International Cricket Council in a statement on Wednesday confirmed that current chairman Shashank Manohar is not seeking an extension of his term which is due to expire later this year.
Exclusive: Nepal Foreign Minister Gyawali confident new map will pass parliament test, India keeps a close eye
Nepal's parliament could not vote today on the new map released by its government recently. In an exclusive chat, Nepal Foreign Minister Gyawali told India Today's Geeta Mohan that parliament will pass the bill soon.
Coronavirus lockdown: Kerala to open liquor shops from tomorrow
The Kerala government has lauched the BevQ mobile app for virtual queue management of the liquor sale.
Nevada governor amends church restrictions after DOJ criticism
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak late Tuesday night amended his restrictions on church reopenings, a day after a letter from the Justice Department criticized him for treating them "unequally."
Zoho looks to mimic the office for remote workers with user check-in, live video feeds
The company's Cliq messaging app gets a raft of features designed to help employees and managers keep track of workers in a virtual office.
Migrants' crisis: Toddler tries to wake up dead mother at Bihar railway station
According to reports, 35-year-old Avreena Khatoon died en route to Katihar from Ahmedabad by a Shramik Special train via Muzaffarpur.
20 Lawyers Including Kapil Sibal, Prashant Bhushan, Chidambaram Wrote Late-Night Letter To SC On Migrant Workers
Twenty eminent lawyers including Kapil Sibal, P Chidambaram, Prashant Bhushan and Indira Jaisingh wrote a late-night letter to the Chief Justice of India over the issue of migrant workers in the country, Times of India has reported.
India’s Famed Doklam Team Which Stood Up To China In 2017 Now Leading Nation’s Charge In Ladakh Standoff
The famed Doklam Team which stood up to China during the 2017 Doklam standoff between the two countries is again back in action amid the latest border standoff between the two countries in Ladakh, Hindustan Times has reported.
Himachal BJP Chief Resigns Amid Health Corruption Scandal
Himachal Pradesh BJP chief Rajeev Bindal today resigned from his post "on the basis of moral grounds," a week after a senior state health official was arrested on corruption allegations.
No Respite From Heatwave In Delhi, Mercury Passes 47 Degrees
The national capital reeled under a scorching heatwave on Wednesday with the mercury settling six notches above normal in most areas, the weather department said.
Congress Asks Government To "Take Nation Into Confidence" On Situation In Ladakh
The Congress on Wednesday said the standoff between the armies of India and China is a matter of serious national concern and urged the government to take the country into confidence and address the concerns of people.
India, China Shouldn't Let Differences Shadow Overall Ties: Chinese Envoy
China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an eyeball-to-eyeball confrontation between armies of the two countries in several sensitive areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.
I'm white. My sons are black. The Central Park incident confirmed that my kids won't be safe anywhere., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - I thought moving my family to a more diverse city would protect my black children from racism. I was wrong.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
China is set to pass a draconian new law in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle all dissent. Here's what could happen to people in the city., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - China wants to pass a new security law that could further punish protesters and intensify Chinese actions like tracking, torture, and detainment.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Swift firings for Minneapolis officers in death of black man
MINNEAPOLIS — To the general public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck of a black man prone on the street, crying out for help until he finally stopped moving, was horrifying.
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36
TOKYO — Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.
Singh wants Ottawa to send military allegations of nursing home neglect to RCMP
OTTAWA — NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says he wants to see the RCMP investigate conditions in long-term care homes in Ontario following allegations in a report of neglect and abuse in five homes being helped by the military.
Locusts threaten cotton crop in the North
CAI writes to Centre seeking quick control measures
BMS to seek Opposition MPs’ help against Centre’s move on labour laws
Five key points including plight of migrant workers, unfair labour laws to be brought up
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Plans A Climate Smart Economic Recovery
Hawke’s Bay’s Regional Council is focussed on stimulating a climate smart recovery to address the economic challenges facing the region from both COVID-19 and the drought.
New Goal Of Zero Seabird Deaths On Fishing Boats
The new National Action Plan for protecting seabirds from commercial fishing hooks and nets has made a big leap forward, with a new goal of reducing seabird deaths to zero. However, Forest & Bird is warning that without cameras on boats the plan will not succeed.
This is how the Yamina party has divided its roles - Inside Israel
'We intend to continue fighting for our values and ideology, we'll fight to advance sovereignty,' MK Ayelet Shaked says.
COVID -19: NBC fines three radio stations - Premium Times Nigeria
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has fined three stations over broadcast of invariable content on COVID-19 and also sanctioned 28 others...
Airdrie MP raises furlough scheme concerns with Prime Minister
Virtual contribution to PMQs highlights problems being faced by Neil Gray's constituents
Hong Kong police fire pepper ball rounds at protesters, arrest 300 people
HONG KONG: Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday (May 27) and ...
The Indispensable Mr. Kadyrov? Questions About Chechen Leader's Health Prompt New Questions About Region's Future
He’s been Chechnya’s strongman ruler more than 13 years. Reports that he was hospitalized with COVID-19 have prompted a new round of questions: What happens when he’s gone?
'You didn't panic about anything!': CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin and Joe Kernen clashed on live TV over the severity of the coronavirus pandemic
The exchange between the CNBC hosts lasted around a minute as they lobbed accusations at each other.
China is set to pass a draconian new law in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle all dissent. Here's what could happen to people in the city.
China wants to pass a new security law that could further punish protesters and intensify Chinese actions like tracking, torture, and detainment.
As Trump offers to mediate between India and China, Beijing counsels restraint
India News: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to "mediate" the border dispute between India and China, saying he was "ready, willing and able" to eas
BJP to hold six virtual rallies on completion of one year of Modi government
India News: With Corona pandemic hitting political activities, the BJP has decided to conduct six virtual rallies to mark the first year of completion of Modi gov
Telangana: Three-year-old falls into 120ft open borewell in Medak, rescue operations on
A three-year-old boy fell into an open borewell in Podchanpally village of Papannapet mandal in Medak district. The boy Harshavardhan who was playing
Analysis: Trump's Conspiratorial Cruelty and Impulsive Feuding is One of Joe Biden's Greatest 2020 Assets
Reality Check.
National won't support rushing APEC Bill - Brownlee
In what we hope will be a post-Covid world, New Zealand is set to host APEC in 2021, National’s Foreign Affairs spokesperson Gerry Brownlee says.
Lorry deaths: 26 arrested in Europe human trafficking probe
Those detained are suspected of being part of a criminal organisation trafficking Vietnamese nationals through Belgium and France to the UK.
Donald Trump offers to calm tensions between India and China
The countries are in a bitter stand-off in the remote Ladakh region.
Man caught after trying to rob store, stealing car, and running from police
A Rowan County man was apprehended by police in Salisbury after an unsuccessful attempt to rob a convenience store, and unsuccessful attempt to steal a truck, successfully stealing a car, then getting caught trying to run away from police.
Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him
United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.
Kudimaramathu works inspected
NAGAPATTINAMThe ‘Kudimaramathu’ works for strengthening of waterbodies undertaken by the Public Works Department in Kollidam, Mayiladuthurai and Sirkazhi panchayat unions a cost of ₹ 87 lakh were insp
Public should be alerted, says monsoon preparedness document
Protocol to be followed for six small dams in State
State may take liberal stance on quarantine cost of NoRKs
This may put to rest the political row triggered by the Opposition over COVID-19 containment
KSDP makes a remarkable turnaround
State government’s drug manufacturing facility records profit of ₹7.13 crore
ED begins probe into 20 drug trafficking cases in Punjab
The Enforcement Directorate has registered 20 money-laundering cases in connection with seizures of drugs by various enforcement agencies in Punjab. The probe findings may be incorporated in the repor
Not a flight of fancy | Delhi farmer buys plane tickets to send 10 migrant workers to Bihar
He would also drop all the workers in his vehicles at the IGI Airport early on May 28, while following social-distancing norms.
BBMP prepared to handle monsoon, claims civic chief
Civic body is monitoring places that have a history of flooding and water-logging
Property tax hike issue to betaken up in Cabinet meeting
Minister in-charge of Dharwad district Jagadish Shettar has promised to take up the property tax hike issue in the next Cabinet meeting and discuss the matter with the Urban Development Minister. Addr
Vishwas Mehta is new Chief Secretary
The Cabinet on Wednesday decided to appoint Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Viswas Mehta as Chief Secretary when incumbent Tom Jose retires on May 31.Mr. Mehta, an IAS officer of the 1987 batch, sta
Govt. offices to function with 50% staff
Guidelines issued on mode of working, no exemption for offices in hotspots
Teenage boy stabbed in the street - a man has been arrested
Police have arrested a 'male' after the 16-year-old was knifed in Prestwich
Rochdale council boss says 'big questions' remain over track and trace plans
Chief executive Steve Rumbelow has concerns over how local and national government systems will link up
Girl, 14, dies of 'ecstasy overdose' at lockdown party as police warn about drug
Police urged people who had bought MDMA recently not to take the drug after Jessica Hannah passed away following a lockdown party in Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Yes, this roadsign declaring the rules don't apply to Dominic Cummings is real
The sign appeared underneath an official sign urging people to follow government guidance
EDF asked to delay Sizewell C final plans consultation
Energy giant EDF is being asked to delay the formal consultation on its plans for a new £14billion nuclear power plant on the Suffolk coast until after the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions are lifted.
Former police officer praises NHS staff in West Suffolk
A retired police officer now working as a non-executive director at the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (WSFT) has praised the efforts of staff during the coronavirus crisis.
Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga denounces charges against him as ‘lies’
Kabuga has been indicted by UN prosecutors for genocide and incitement to commit genocide, among other charges
Sil Fox cleared of sexual assault on woman in Dublin bar
Legendary comedian Sylvester "Sil" Fox has been cleared of sexually assaulting a woman in a bar in Dublin.Mr Fox pleaded not guilty in December 2018 to a se
Justice Department clears 3 senators in stock sales investigation, but Burr's case appears ongoing
Investigations into Sens. Feinstein, Loeffler and Inhofe have been dropped. Sen. Richard Burr appears to still be under investigation.
CNBC Anchor Explodes at Pro-Trump Colleague Over Coronavirus: ‘You Abused Your Position!’
Fireworks sparked Wednesday morning on the Squawk Box set as CNBC anchor Andrew Ross Sorkin blasted his own colleague Joe Kernen for dismissing the severity of the coronavirus pandemic that has now killed 100,000 Americans. At one point, Sorkin accused Kernen of trying to help his “friend” President
India to Start Australia Test Series on Dec 3 in Brisbane: Reports
As per reports in 7news.com.au and the Sydney Morning Herald the schedule for the four Tests has been finalised.
Education Ministry to Offer 18-Day Summer Camp Program, July 14 – August 6
This will significantly reduce the financial burden of their parents and reduce gaps in Israeli society.
Varadkar defends picnic with friends at Phoenix Park
The Taoiseach's department said Varadkar was acting “in line with public health guidance” while enjoying the sun on Sunday in the Phoenix Park in Dublin. Varadkar and his partner have been staying at Stewards Lodge on the nearby Farmleigh Estate, the Irish government’s official guesthouse...
Lorry deaths: 26 arrested in Europe human trafficking probe
Those detained are suspected of being part of a criminal organisation trafficking Vietnamese nationals through Belgium and France to the UK.
Cyclist killed in Brewood tractor crash named as local psychologist
A cyclist who died after being involved in a crash with a tractor in Staffordshire has been named.
Public telling police ‘If it’s OK for Cummings, it’s OK for us’ – commissioner
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson said force intelligence reports show ‘push-back’ from the public.
NYC investigating Central Park dog dispute involving white woman and black birdwatcher
New York City's Commission on Human Rights has launched an investigation into the verbal dispute between a white woman with an unleashed dog and a black man bird watching in Central Park.
Kevin McCarthy: Pelosi is endangering Constitution to ensure she has more power
Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is endangering the Constitution to ensure that she has more power by maintaining a system of proxy voting in Congress put in place during the coronavirus pandemic, House Minority Leader Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., accused Wednesday.
Homeschool organization says public schools are blocking parents from withdrawing kids
Parents in several states across the country are "shocked" at being told they can't withdraw their children from public school, the largest legal organization for homeschool families in the United States told Fox News.
Oakland McDonald's employees strike, claim management told them to use dog diapers, coffee filters as masks
The McDonald's location owner has denied the allegations.
Girl, 13, beheaded in her sleep with a sickle by her father in Iran ‘honour killing’ after she hoped to marry older man
A TEENAGE girl was reportedly brutally beheaded by her own father in an “honour killing”. Romina Ashrafi, 13, was killed by her dad after eloping with a 35-year-old man in Hovigh, Tales…
Pigeon arrested by Indian police on suspicion of being a SPY for Pakistan
A PIGEON has been detained by police on the India-Pakistan border after being accused of being a spy. The alleged operative was found on the Indian side having been painted pink and was carrying ar…
No man can stop me, says Obaseki
Godwin Obaseki, governor of Edo state, says irrespective of the mode of primary used by the All Progressives Congress (APC), he would clinch the party’s ticket for the forthcoming governorship election.
South Africa to reopen places of worship June 1 — despite recording highest COVID-19 cases on the continent
Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa's president, says places of worship will reopen as from June 1, but under stern restrictions to prevent the further spread of
26 arrests made in connection with Essex lorry deaths
Twenty six suspected members of a major smuggling gang have been arrested in Belgium and France as part of the investigation into the deaths of 39 Vietnamese nationals in a lorry trailer in England last year.
Provincial court to resume some in-person proceedings next month
The Provincial Court of British Columbia will resume in-person proceedings to hear priority matters starting next month.On June 8, two courtrooms will be opened in each of six locations: Victoria, . . .
'No end in sight': B.C.'s state of emergency extended by another two weeks
Premier John Horgan extended the province’s state of emergency by two weeks on Wednesday, the longest period that emergency orders have been in place in B.C.’s history.“People will . . .
ICC reject reports that this year's T20 Cricket World Cup will be postponed
The International Cricket Council has moved to quash rumours that this year's T20 Cricket World C...
Maharashtra govt to expedite Dharavi, other slum rehab projects post Covid-19
Awhad has already urged Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray to take steps to move ahead with the redevelopment of Dharavi spread over nearly 600 acres in the heart of the countrys financial capital.
Jayalalithaa's niece and nephew to inherit assets; HC says no to making Poes Garden house a memorial
This comes a few days after Tamil Nadu governor Banwarilal Purohit promulgated an ordinance to take temporary possession of the former chief minister's residence for facilitating its conversion into a memorial.
China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese envoy
The Chinese Ambassador's comments came in the midst of aggressive posturing by both Chinese and Indians troops in several areas in eastern Ladakh including Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie.
United Spirits Q4 results: Net profit plummets 81% to Rs 24 crore
The maker of McDowell's whiskey said underlying net sales declined 11.08% to Rs 6426.4 crore.
Cops bust homeless man who stole from Texas doctor fighting coronavirus
A homeless man was busted for swiping $11,000 worth of personal items from the Brooklyn hotel room of a Texas doctor in town to help with the battle against the coronavirus, police said. Ronaldo
Australian police drop probe of reporter, whistleblowera
Australian police on Wednesday dropped the investigation of a prominent journalist and government whistleblower over leaked government secrets, ending a case which sparked wide-ranging debate over press freedom in the country.
Cyclist, 41, dies after Bridgend crash
A 71-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving
HK’s foreign judges should be barred from national security trials: NPC deputy
Citizens write down their signatures in a street campaign in support of the national security legislation in Hong Kong, May 22, 2020. Photo: Xinhua
Reality check on finding new export markets: China's demand dwarfs the rest
Do you stop supplying half of your Shiraz to China because the government says we need to "diversify"? You can't give up that business to pursue wine sales in teetotal India or Indonesia.
Industrial reform will be PM's Everest – it won't resemble Hawke's Accord
The trade-offs that Bob Hawke could offer Australian workers are not available to Scott Morrison. He is right to attempt industrial reform, but it is a courageous and challenging path.
Police Discuss Possible Sighting of Alleged Double-Murderer Peter Manfredonia Nearly a Week After Search Began
Where is Peter Manfredonia? The Connecticut man remains in the wind days after he allegedly killed two men, injured a third, committed a home invasion, and kidnapped a woman in a bid to cross state lines. Here's what to know about the ongoing case.
Mark Your Calendars: Rod Rosenstein Will Testify Before Senate on Origins of ‘Crossfire Hurricane’ Investigation
The Senate Committee on the Judiciary announced on Wednesday that former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein is scheduled to testify before the panel on June 3 regarding the origins of “Crossfire Hurricane," the FBI’s counterintelligence investigation into whether members of the Trump campaign coordinated with Russia ahead of the 2016 presidential election.
Suspension rust problem forces Mitsubishi to recall vehicles
DETROIT — Mitsubishi is recalling nearly 223,000 vehicles in Canada and cold-weather U.S. states because parts of the suspension can rust, detach and cause drivers to lose control.
Denmark residents sue over laws for dismantling 'ghettos'
STOCKHOLM — A group of Copenhagen residents sued the Danish government Wednesday over legislation that authorized dismantling neighbourhoods designated as “ghettos,” arguing that the measures discriminate on the basis of ethnicity and should be overturned in court.
14 die in northern Bangladesh after consuming ‘alcoholic drinks’
At least 14 people died in three days after consuming bootleg liquor in the neighbouring districts of Dinajpur and Rangpur during the Eid-ul-Fitr holiday.
Anti-Semitic crimes in Germany at highest level since 2001
May 27 (UPI) -- Anti-Semitic crimes targeting members of the Jewish faith in Germany reached their highest level in almost two decades in 2019, according to new government figures Wednesday.
Khamenei urges Iran's new Parliament to concentrate on 'culture and economy'
May 27 (UPI) -- Iran's Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei told the country's newly elected Parliament on Wednesday the economy and culture should be their highest priority.
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.
South African mines record 320 COVID-19 cases ahead of lockdown easing
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South Africa’s mining industry has so far recorded 320 cases of the new coronavirus, the Minerals Council said on Wednesday as underground mines prepare to ramp up output when Africa’s most industrialised economy eases lockdown measures next week.
Bosnia and Croatia arrest eight suspected migrant smugglers
SARAJEVO (Reuters) - Police from Bosnia, Croatia and regional agency Europol caught eight suspected traffickers on Wednesday and blocked the smuggling of 45 migrants into the European Union (EU), Bosnian authorities said.
Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man
MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.
Irish coronavirus reproduction rate falls
DUBLIN (Reuters) - The average number of people in Ireland infected by someone who has tested positive for the new coronavirus has fallen to 0.4 to 0.5 in the first set of data taking account of a gradual easing of restrictions, Health Minister Simon Harris said on Wednesday.
Georgia to reopen all shops, cafes, resume public transport before June 8: PM
TBILISI (Reuters) - Georgia will restart public transport and reopen shops, shopping malls and cafes and restaurants before June 8, the ex-Soviet country’s Prime Minister Giorgi Gakharia said on Wednesday.
Ex-KRA Manager Facing Prison Sentence Over Multi-million Scam
This led to a sting operation carried out by Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC) detectives, looking to catch the taxman red-handed...
Coronavirus: Health authorities warn against returning to offices too soon
The ACT deputy chief health officer says people should still work from home where possible
India and China should not let differences overshadow bilateral ties, says Chinese envoy
Sun Weidong said Beijing and New Delhi should gradually seek understanding through communication and resolve differences.
Railway Ministry is ‘evacuating Maharashtra, spreading coronavirus to Bengal’, says Mamata Banerjee
The West Bengal chief minister claimed the ministry was sending shramik special trains full of migrants to her state without intimation.
Senior Congress Leader PL Punia -
Congress, a constant attacker on the UP government, has called the statement of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath a conspiracy against
Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after tweets tagged
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories. Twitter tagged just two of Trump's tweets in which he'd claimed that more mail-in voting would lead to what he called a
Dubai government employees to start returning to work on Sunday
DUBAI: Half of Dubai’s government employees can return to their offices on Sunday, and the rest will be able to go back on June 14, the emirate’s government announced Wednesday. The return to work will, however, be made with “intensified precautionary measures,” to protect workers, Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said.
Standard Chartered Names Lay Choo Ong as Head of Retail Banking Hong Kong
Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong announced today it has appointed Lay Choo Ong as the new head of retail banking, Hong Kong.
Building collapses, injures one
According to the victim Collins Ainembabazi, he was standing under the shade of the building and out of the blue, the shade collapsed on him.
Alaska man released from prison accused of quarantine breach
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Prosecutors have accused an Alaska man of violating a federal judge's order and breaking his quarantine after securing early release from prison amid the coronavirus pandemic....
Report: Hurley accused Arizona State AD in booster scandal
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley sent an email to Ray Anderson last season alleging the Arizona State athletic director minimized sexual harassment allegations by...
US Troops, Kurdish Militia Injured Following Ambush, Firefight in Northeast Syria - Reports
The reported incident comes just over a month after a similar ambush which led to the loss of a vehicle carrying US troops and Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) militia...
Alleged Video Showing Moment of Roadside Bomb Blast in Syrian Idlib Emerges Online
An explosive detonated on a highway in the Idlib region of Syria earlier in the day wounding soldiers from a Turkish military convoy, leaving some in critical condition.
David Walliams shares Little Britain clip in response to Dominic Cummings
Everybody was thinking of this, right?
Man called Bernard Castle has been having fun on Twitter
'Thinking about retraining as an optician.'
Moment dying man wobbled suitcase 'after lover zipped him inside to suffocate'
Jorge Torres wobbled the case and begged Sarah Boone to free him, only for her to laugh and swear, court papers allege
81% of parents wouldn't travel for emergency childcare in lockdown, survey finds
Almost a quarter of parents surveyed found themselves in the same situation as Dominic Cummings - but had chosen to stay at home.
Another 209 dead from coronavirus across the UK
NHS England today recorded 183 more deaths in hospitals. Across all settings, Scotland announced 13 more deaths, Wales had 11 and Northern Ireland had two.
Medak Borewell Sucks 3-Year-Old Boy
MEDAK:A three-year-old boy accidentally fell into a newly drilled 120-feet borewell at Podchanapally village of Papannapet mandal in Medak district on Wednesday. Police and rescue teams along with
NYT outlines Modi's failure in dealing with Covid-19 pandemic
Starkest failure of Indian govt's strategy has been the devastation it imposed on country’s workers, reads the...
Kerala launches BevQ app ahead of reopening liquor sales
The liquor stores in Kerala will remain open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; bookings on the BevQ app have been allowed from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
Social media creates wild fire in hills, Uttarakhand govt launches campaign
Photographs of forest fire turning wild in Uttarakhand took the attention of netizens and they began making a post on social media.
Three-year-old boy slips into borewell in Telangana village as rescue efforts continue
A three-year- old boy fell into a just made 150-feet-deep borewell in Medak district of Telangana on Wednesday evening. Efforts are on to rescue the child.
CMU failed to disclose bank accounts during AGD audit
Members of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) were told yesterday that the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) did not furnish information on all the bank accounts it had during a special audit by the Pamela Monroe Ellis-led Auditor General’...
Donald Trump has built just THREE MILES of entirely new border wall where no barrier existed before, Department of Homeland Security reveals
President Trump has built just three miles of primary wall on the U.S.- Mexico border where no barrier existed before, a new report from Customs and Border Protection said.
EXCLUSIVE: Jeffrey Epstein had surveillance cameras hidden throughout his properties worldwide in a 'blackmail scheme' to extort his powerful friends, victims tell new Netflix doc about the pedophile
Jeffrey Epstein's surveillance cameras were a 'blackmail scheme' to extort his powerful friends, new Netflix documentary Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich claims.
Luvvie vicar who waded into Dominic Cummings row is married father-of-two and ex-marketing consultant with past-life acting on shows from The Bill to starring alongside Michael Elphick and Neil Morrissey in Boon
Reverend Martin Poole, the vicar of St Luke's Prestonville in Brighton, raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference in a question to Matt Hancock.
Spain proposes allowing direct travel between EU cities with low rates of coronavirus infections, rather than opening national borders, to boost tourism
Spain wants to create a 'green zone travel network' between European regions where coronavirus is low, rather than opening national borders in the hope it will allow tourism to restart quicker.
Man, 22, dies after falling from jet ski in Devon in third seaside fatality this week
Emergency services were called out to the seaside town of Teignmouth, Devon, on Tuesday following a 999 call reporting a man in the water after falling off a jet ski.
Reconsider decision to convert Jayalalithaa’s residence Veda Nilayam into memorial, High Court tells Tamil Nadu govt
On May 22, Tamil Nadu Governor had promulgated an ordinance to temporarily take possession of Jayalalithaa's residence Veda Nilayam and convert it into a memorial.
Karnataka considers opening places of worship from June 1, awaits final nod from centre
According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, as many as 101 new cases of coronavirus have been reported in Karnataka during the last 24 hours.
Lucknow-Mumbai flight passengers face delay in opening of aircraft door
There were around 40 passengers on the first flight to Mumbai after resumption of domestic flight services on May 25.
This will be the Indian Railways Dehradun station soon! Developers like GMR, Mahindra attend pre-bid meeting
World-class Indian Railways Dehradun railway station is one step closer! The pre-bid meeting was attended by 22 potential investors like the GMR Group, Adani Road Transport Ltd.
Nizamuddin Markaz: Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners
The charge sheets will be filed in Saket court against the 294 foreigners belonging to 14 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and several African nations, police said.
Hong Kong crisis: at least 360 arrested as China protests grow
Riot police flood city as pro-democracy groups protest against law criminalising ‘ridicule’ of Chinese anthem
Mamata seeks PM's intervention in railways sending Shramik Special trains
The state's infrastructure is "stretched to its limit" following the devastation caused by Cyclone Amphan
Adani Power gets approval to set up 1,320 MW plant in Madhya Pradesh
Pench Thermal Energy has signed a power purchase agreement with MP Power Management Company Ltd (MPPMCL) for procurement of 1,320 MW of electricity on long-term basis
Govt to use five hubs to bring back Indians on Vande Bharat flights
Over 275 Indians stranded in Mexico, Peru, Portugal and Netherlands returned via Amsterdam in first such flight on Wednesday
Scandal-Plagued Ex-Governor Sues Putin Over Sacking
MOSCOW (AFP) — A former governor of a Russian region is challenging his dismissal by President Vladimir Putin at the
Denmark Residents Sue Over Laws for Dismantling ‘Ghettos’
A group of Copenhagen residents sued the Danish government Wednesday over legislation that authorized dismantling neighborhoods designated as "ghettos," arguing that the measures discriminate on the basis of ethnicity and should be overturned in court.
26 held over migrant lorry tragedy in Britain
The arrests target the ring of smugglers suspected of organizing the migrants' journey
Rouhani urges Iran MPs to 'cooperate' as parliament opens
Many MPs are ultra-conservatives who oppose Hassan Rouhani on almost all issues, from running the sanctions-hit economy and combating the coronavirus outbreak to managing relations with the United States
Grenell Declassifies Flynn-Kislyak Calls On Last Day as Acting DNI
New DNI Ratcliffe to determine if transcripts released to public
India conducts over 1.16 lakh COVID-19 tests in 24 hours; Highest in a single day
A number of 1,16,041 lakh COVID-19 tests were conducted in the last 24 hours in the country which is highest in a single day so far.Whereas, the total number of 32,42,160 samples have been tested in India for coronavirus.
Coronavirus: Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending Nizamuddin event
The Delhi Police will file 15 fresh charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending a religious congregation at Nizamuddin Markaz here in violation of visa conditions and indulging in missionary
Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck
Four police officers in Minneapolis were sacked Tuesday as a video showing one of them kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man who later died sparked street protests in the midwestern US city.
Tigers took away their men, Amphan their livelihood: Sunderbans' 'tiger widows' struggle to survive
Manjula Sardar (45) carrying a bowl of puffed rice and jaggery, her first proper meal in the last two days, wistfully stares at a flooded pond full of saline water. Cyclone Amphan, which hit West
SC asks Tamil Nadu govt to use 4 floors of private hospital for COVID-19 patients
The Supreme Court Wednesday allowed the Tamil Nadu government to use top four floors of a Chennai-based private hospital for treating COVID-19 patients. The top court asked the Tamil Nadu government
No new COVID-19 patient in New Zealand for five days
Prime Minister Ardern expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June
Pakistan: Kasur policeman held for killing teen boy who resisted rape
The incident occurred on Eid Al Fitr, when the victim, Sami-ur-Rehman was going for prayer
Ize-Iyamu picked by Oshiomole faction as Edo APC consensus governorship candidate
Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has been picked by the the Oshiomole-led faction of the APC in Edo state as their consensus governorship candidate, as the state party crisis continues to linger. Ize-Iyamu was named the consensus candidate
Infighting within Trinamul over lapses in Cyclone Amphan relief work
The crack widened so much that state consumer affairs minister Sadhan Pande on Tuesday publicly tore into his colleague Firhad Hakim.
Mumbai's GSB Ganesh mandal postpones celebrations due to corona pandemic
if the situation remains the same during next year, the mandal will take a decision again, said the chairman of the mandal.
Why is China pushing the Hong Kong security law?
The protests in Hong Kong and the reaction in Beijing illustrate a fundamental divide that has once again bubbled to the surface
Police arrest 26 people in U.K. truck deaths of 39 Vietnamese
Police in Belgium and France on Wednesday announced the arrests of 26 people suspected of human trafficking in the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants who were found in a refrigerated truck in Britain last year.
So-called honour killing of teen girl brings outcry in Iran
The so-called honour killing of a 14-year-old Iranian girl by her father, who reportedly used a farming sickle to behead her as she slept, has prompted a nationwide outcry.
Obaseki celebrates Chief Edwin Clark at 93 - The Nation
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has felicitated with elder statesman, Niger Delta Leader, and former Minister of Information,..
Edo APC guber candidate can’t emerge in Abuja – Obaseki’s aide
Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe Osagie, has dismissed reports that the Edo State...
Gani Adams welcomes twins - The Nation
Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, on Tuesday, welcomes a set of twins in a private hospital in Lagos.Adams made this known in..
Zimbabwe Holds Court Proceedings In Hospital For Tortured Opposition Activists
Court proceedings were held today at a private hospital for three abducted and tortured opposition activists. The three female
Centre, states doing their best; open to suggestions: Ravi Shankar Prasad
Ravi Shankar Prasad said the government's efforts in controlling the pandemic were visible in the results. “The results, India in comparison to the world as far as the death toll is concerned, speaks aloud on our initiatives.”
UP couple detained for murder of watchman in Rajkot: Police
Teams of Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) and Special Operation Group (SOG) of Rajkot city police picked up the couple hours after the night watchman at a jute-bag godown was found dead.
ACP with Pune police booked for extortion in Satara
Satara district police officers said that despite being on compulsory leave, ACP Deepak Humbare had gone to Satara on May 17 in his service uniform and demanded money from a local youth promising to bail him out of an offence filed against him.
Sevagram Ashram chief removed over allegations of being ‘Godsewadi’, he strongly denies it
This is the first time in the Ashram's history that its president was "removed" before he could complete the five-year term. Prabhu, the president, rebutted the allegations against him and expressed his anguish at being "ill-treated, insulted, removed without giving any chance to defend myself.
Numbers continue to grow, 354 domestic flights operated till 5pm today: Aviation Minister
After two months of being grounded, India resumed its domestic flight services on Monday with 428 flights functioning on day one.
Two arrested for ‘killing man in fight over sale of drugs in Ghatkopar’
The deceased man was beaten to death after getting into a fight with a group of four men for selling drugs near a public toilet near Ghatkopar (West) railway station.
Jon Jones condemns police officer involved in death of George Floyd: ‘We need justice’
Jon Jones is disgusted by the circumstances surrounding the death of George Floyd.
Kedah state govt will help out KFA, says MB Sanusi
ALOR SETAR, May 27 — The state government views seriously the issues faced by the Kedah Football Association (KFA) and will work to assist the body, especially in terms of settling salary arrears for its players. Mentri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said although KFA was not a government agency,...
Cuomo to press Trump on reviving US economy with roads, bridges in White House meeting
WASHINGTON, May 27 — New York Governor Andrew Cuomo will press President Donald Trump to invest in the nation’s roads, bridges and rails during a White House meeting today as US states begin to reopen after the coronavirus outbreak left the economy in tatters. Cuomo’s visit to Washington...
China Drafts Sovereign Immunity Bill to Fight Global Coronavirus Lawsuits
China's National People's Congress (NPC) is seeking to pass a law allowing Chinese people to sue the United States over coronavirus.
Hollywood Celebrates Twitter Fact Checking Trump on Vote By Mail: 'Welcome to Accountability B**ch'
Hollywood celebrities are gloating over Twitter's decision to slap President Donald Trump with a "fact check" of his recent tweets about vote by mail. Stars including Rob Reiner, Dave Bautista, George Takei, and Alyssa Milano have voiced their approval of Twitter's actions against the president.
UK ‘firm’ against extension of Brexit transition period, says chief negotiator
David Frost insisted that Britain is taking the stance to avoid more ‘significant’ payments to the EU.
FG to release guidelines on school reopening
Kayode Oyero The Federal Government has said it would roll out the course of action for the reopening of schools in the country, The PUNCH reports. The Chairman of the Presidential Task Force...
Children’s Day: Lawan calls for domestication of Child Rights Act
Sunday Aborisade, Abuja President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has felicitated with Nigerian children on the occasion of the 2020 Children
MCA man’s criticism of Santiago unwarranted
THE Association for Community and Dialogue is puzzled by MCA central committee member Chew Kok Woh’s criticism of DAP MP Charles Santiago for being a signatory, together with 200 parliamentarians and policymakers from 23 countries, to a memorandum criticising China for proposing national security laws in Hong Kong.
Tenants fear mass evictions as moratoria expire
Tenants are afraid mass evictions will take place in the coming weeks as eviction moratoria across the country begin to expire.
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer qualifies as autonomous from China
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday said the U.S. no longer views Hong Kong as politically autonomous from China, a stark escalation in response to China’s plan to impose new security
Coal India arm awaits Centre nod for mining project in Assam
PTI Guwahati Coal India arm North Eastern Coalfields (NEC) has said its mining operations in Tikak Open Cast Project (OCP), under Saleki Proposed Reserve
Delhi police chargesheet 376 foreigners over Tablighi event
PTI New Delhi The Delhi police have filed before a court here 35 different chargesheets against 376 foreigners from 34 countries attending Markaz at
Domestic flight operations on their way to normalcy
PTI New Delhi A total of 445 domestic flights, carrying 62,641 passengers, were operated on Tuesday, Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on We
Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated
AP Hong Kong Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalisi
Stringent lockdown further reduced GDP forecast: Fitch
IANS New Delhi India’s stringent lockdown norms have lasted longer than expected, said Fitch Ratings as it further reduced India’s GDP forecast to (-)
Poll shows only half of Americans could access coronavirus vaccine
PTI Washington Only about half of Americans say they would get a Covid-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed, according to
COVID-19 slowing down railway projects - Amaechi
Rotimi Amaechi, Nigeria's minister of transportation, has expressed worry over the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on Nigeria's existing railway projects.
Edo 2020: Obaseki finally breaks silence, says APC's ticket not his priority
Less than one month to the governorship primaries APC in Edo, Governor Godwin Obaseki, has declared that he was not desperate about his reelection in office.
Edo 2020: Hours after his endorsement, Ize-Iyamu picks APC governorship form to face Obaseki
APC had granted Ize-Iyamu a waiver to enable him to participate in the primary stormed the party national secretariat in Abuja today along with his supporters.
Twitter, Facebook Win Appeal in Anticonservative-Bias Suit
A federal appeals court rejected claims that tech giants Twitter Inc., Facebook Inc., Apple Inc. and Alphabet Inc.’s Google conspired to suppress conservative views online.
New search for student wanted in killings comes up empty
Police in Duryea, Pennsylvania, said a firefighter spotted a man who matched the description of Peter Manfredonia behind the Germania Hose Co. shortly after 11 p.m. Tuesday.
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests
Police said more than 300 people were arrested, mostly on suspicion of holding an unlawful assembly. Live images showed many of those detained were teenagers.
Level 3 briefing delays are due to new church regulations – Jackson Mthembu
He said the government’s National Coronavirus Command Council’s briefing would go ahead on Thursday at 2pm.
READERS’ LETTERS: ‘UK Government is treating us as fools’
Sir, – I am dismayed by the behaviour of Dominic Cummings.
2 migrants found dead on Shramik Train from Mumbai to Varanasi
Two migrants were found dead when a Shramik train from Mumbai arrived in Varanasi on Wednesday. The exact cause of death has not been ascertained.
What do Donald Trump and ultra-conservative Pakistani imams have in common?
Authors: James M. Dorsey and Tehmina Qureshi* US President Donald J. Trump and ultra-conservative Pakistani religious scholars may have more in common than either would want to admit: a belief that congregation is an essential pillar of prayer irrespective of public health concerns. Mr. Trump, however, may wish that he had the kind of less […]
Coalition against IS to meet virtually amid virus
Foreign ministers from nations fighting the Islamic State group will meet virtually next week to coordinate action as the coronavirus pandemic disrupts operations, the United States announced Wednesday.
Opposition set to win Suriname election: preliminary results
Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the long-time rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of p...
As Trump Smears Masks As ‘Politically Correct,’ Hannity Emphasizes Their Importance
Conservative Fox News host Sean Hannity, usually a reliable mouthpiece for President Donald Trump, took a rare stance at odds...
DOJ: Barr would ask for Trump veto on FISA bill as it stands now
Attorney General William Barr would recommend a presidential veto of a bill that focuses on extending three expired surveillance tools the FBI uses to pursue terrorists and spies, the Justice Department said Wednesday.
Polis: Honeywell will produce 6 million N95 masks for Colorado
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis announced a partnership with Honeywell on Tuesday that will bring millions of N95 face masks to the state.
South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks
South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school.
EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers Latin America
A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday, as badly hit Spain started 10 days of national mourning for its thousands of dead.
US ready to mediate Indo-Chinese border dispute: Donald Trump
Trump's announcement comes at a time when India has accused the Chinese military of hindering normal patrolling by its troops along the LAC in Ladakh and Sikkim.
US ready to mediate in Indo-Chinese border dispute: Donald Trump
Trump's announcement comes at a time when India has accused the Chinese military of hindering normal patrolling by its troops along the LAC in Ladakh and Sikkim.
Banff ready to welcome visitors once again, some streets closed to vehicle access
A two block stretch of Banff Avenue will be closed to vehicles, along with a portion of Caribou Street.
ICC chairman Shashank Manohar to step down at end of term this year
The ICC is set to discuss the process to elect its new chief at its board meeting on Thursday with media reports saying that the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chief Colin Graves is favourite to fill the post.
Karnataka Likely To Open Religious Places From 1 June, Has Sought Centre’s Nod
Religious sites have been shut across the country since 24 March with the announcement of lockdown.
20 Lawyers Claim "Apparent Indifference" By Supreme Court To Migrant Crisis
A day before the Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the "unfortunate and miserable" plight of migrant labourers, twenty prominent lawyers from Delhi and Mumbai had written a critical letter to Chief Justice of India (CJI) SA Bobde and other judges saying the top court's "apparent indifference" to the humanitarian crisis.
Police arrested a Bay Area woman who they say posted racist notes on the homes of Asian Americans, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The notes suggested that those not native to the US leave the country immediately.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Ford made its police SUV heat itself up to more than 133 degrees to kill the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Ford worked with Ohio State and police departments to develop the tech. Ford has a longstanding relationship with law enforcement.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Police warns on using essential workers’ Ssickers, RDC letters during curfew
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The police has made it clear that use of essential workers’ stickers and Resident District Commissioners – RDC letters will not be allowed during curfew hours. Senior Superintendent of Police – SSP Norman Musinga, also Kampala metropolitan traffic police commander said police will not spare vehicles and drivers with …
India faces its worst locust swarm in nearly 30 years
With about 50,000 hectares of cropland destroyed by locusts, India is facing its worst food shortages since 1993
176 Pakistani nationals return from India
The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan said on Tuesday that another group of 176 Pakistanis stranded in India due to the COVID-19 lockdown will return home on Wednesday
176 Pakistani nationals return from India
The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan said on Tuesday that another group of 176 Pakistanis stranded in India due to the COVID-19 lockdown will return home on Wednesday
Ayushmann Khurrana Has The Cutest Reply To Mumbai Police’s ‘Gulabo Sitabo’ Inspired Meme
Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has replied to the COVID-19 meme inspired by his upcoming film, "Gulabo Sitabo", which has been shared by Mumbai Police.Mumbai Police on their official account t
Military report on Quebec senior homes says conditions difficult but improving
MONTREAL — The military's report into its mission inside Quebec's long-term care homes reveals many facilities in the network continue to struggle to bring down the number of COVID-19 infections.
Regional, municipal administrative buildings could open in mid-June
Most of the buildings have been closed since March 18
Government ‘whitewash’ Hides Migration Crisis From Public
Immigration regulations newly-introduced by Government that applications from migrants trapped offshore with valid work visas need clearance through a Lead Agency (Government Dept responsible for a specific industry) are nothing but a political whitewash,” says Ms June Ranson, chair of the New Zealand Association of Migration and Investment (NZAMI).
More For Some, Less For Others
The Government’s new welfare scheme is ill targeted and provides the most support to those who need it the least, National’s Social Development spokesperson Louise Upston says.
New Zealand Facing Largest Decline In GDP In 160 Years
Estimates from the Reserve Bank today show New Zealand will this year experience the largest decline in annual GDP in at least 160 years, highlighting the seriousness of the economic crisis we are facing, National’s Finance Spokesperson Paul Goldsmith says.
Obaseki to Oshiomhole: APC will pick governorship candidate in Edo, not Abuja
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has reacted to the report that Osagie Ize-Iyamu has been adopted as a ‘consensus’ candidate by a faction of the APC
China donates PPE to South Ayrshire carers thanks to Provost
The area faced a shortage of protective equipment
Prestwick OAP's fury as South Ayrshire Council brand his garden's astroturf a "health and safety risk"
Officials have ordered the removal of the fake turf from outside the bungalow of Ken Gilbertson.
Watchdog Questions Govt’s Anti-Corruption Policy at Customs
Integrity Watch Afghanistan (IWA) on Wednesday strongly criticized the Afghan government’s anti-corruption policy, saying actions promised by the Afghan government to curb corruption have b
Watchdog Questions Govt’s Anti-Corruption Policy at Customs
Integrity Watch Afghanistan (IWA) on Wednesday strongly criticized the Afghan government’s anti-corruption policy, saying actions promised by the Afghan government to curb corruption have b
Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong amid Chinese anthem law debate
Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autono…
Reports | No decision by ICC on T20 World Cup postponement
According to the latest reports, the ICC has made no decision on postponing the Men’s T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia, yet. Recently, there had been speculation suggesting that the ICC mega event, which is scheduled to start in October, could be pushed further due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Conviction quashed in appeal case over judge’s ‘boring’ comment
Victoria's appeals court has quashed a murder conviction after a woman said a judge's comments about her "boring" lawyer caused a miscarriage of justice.
Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy says education is answer to poverty
The incentivizing begins with Amma Vodi where Rs 15,000 would be credited to the mother’s account for sending her children to school.
Sen. Josh Hawley criticizes Google over deletion of certain comments critical toward China
Google says the deletions were accidental, but Hawley noted the company's prior actions to censor content for China.
Ford made its police SUV heat itself up to more than 133 degrees to kill the coronavirus
Ford worked with Ohio State and police departments to develop the tech. Ford has a longstanding relationship with law enforcement.
As politicians in DC condemn China for crackdowns on Hong Kong protests, US police use tear gas on demonstrators in Minneapolis
Tear gas — also known as CS gas — is considered a chemical weapon and is banned in warfare by most countries, including the US.
Worst attack in years: Locusts reach Jhansi, damage crops in Nagpur; Punjab too on alert
India News: After damaging crops in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, swarms of locusts entered Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi district Wednesday amid what is being described
Trump vs Twitter: US President threatens to shut down social media
US News: Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to shut down social media after Twitter censured him mildly, adding a fact check notification to two of his tweet
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests
Rest of World News: HONG KONG: Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds as th.
Amid Fatal Nursing Home Fiasco, Cuomo to Meet Trump at the White House
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is in Washington D.C. Wednesday for a meeting with President Trump at the White House. They are expected to discuss infrastructure and New York's ongoing efforts to reopen as the Wuhan coronavirus pandemic begins to slow.
Man who sexually touched strangers in street jailed for five years
A MAN who sexually touched four strangers in the street on Christmas Day has been sentenced to five years and three months in prison.
Disney, SeaWorld to open
SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to plans a city task force approved Wednesday.
Officers may jump to Surrey
The Vancouver Police Department is concerned about the “impending threat” of losing many of its officers and staff to the new Surrey municipal force, according to a member of the Vancouver Police Board.
Meet the "Medicine Man" of Pune police
In an extraordinary humanitarian gesture during the lockdown period, which has crippled supplies of goods and services across the country, an officer from the Pune police rose to the occasion to deliver life saving medicines to two special children of a Solapur resident.
The fight over reopening churches reaches the Supreme Court
This is likely to end badly for public health.
Teen from High Point charged after alleged crime spree, shoot-out, and chase
A High Point teen and a juvenile have been charged after a crime spree involving break-ins to multiple vehicles and a chase with law enforcement, and a chase with one of the victims.
Nepal delays discussion in Parliament to amend Constitution for updating map
Oli is seeking other parties' views on the issue and called the all-party meeting to forge national consensus.The Constitution amendment proposal was to be tabled in Parliament on Tuesday but it could not be done after Oli said that he wanted to hold an all-party meeting to discuss the matter
Delhi Dy CM interacts with principals regarding reopening of schools
Manish Sisodia also stressed that maintaining social distancing, sanitisation among others would be of utmost priority when the reopening takes place.The national capital, with 14,465 covid-19 cases is one of the worst affected States by the infection in the country
Covid-19: Maharashtra sees 2,190 fresh cases, record 105 deaths in last 24 hours
The death toll in the state increased to 1,897 after 105 more fatalities were reported in the state since Tuesday.So far, 17,918 Covid-19 positive patients have been cured in the state, said health minister Rajesh Tope
Day 3 of domestic flights: Airports handle 354 departures till 5 pm, says Puri
Domestic services resumed on Monday after a gap of two months, and 428 flights were operated within the country that day.'Till 5pm on day 3 today, there have already been 354 departures & 288 arrivals with a total of 47,917 people at various airports,' said Puri
176 stranded Pakistanis return from India
LAHORE: Another 176 Pakistani nationals stranded in India returned through the Wagah border on Wednesday.The border, which had been closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, was opened exclusively f
US says Russia sent advanced fighters to aid mercenaries in Libya
The US military accused Russia of deploying fighter aircraft to Libya "repainted to camouflage" their origin in support of mercenaries fighting for eastern-based commander Khalifa Haftar's forces.
More than half of national parks to reopen June 1 after COVID-19 closure
More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia &
R. Sreelekha, the first woman IPS officer in Kerala, set to be the State’s first woman DGP
Ms. Sreelekha, belonging to the 1987 batch, is the first woman officer to be elevated as a DGP.
HSE exams resume with strict COVID-19 protocol
3,39,951 of 3,44,409 registered students turn up
Special train to Bihar departs from Tiruchi
TIRUCHI A Shramik special train with 839 passengers on board departed from the Tiruchi Railway Junction on Wednesday afternoon on a journey to Bihar. The train, arranged by the Southern Railway , woul
Isolation camps set up in colleges for returnees
With the number of returnees from other States and countries on the rise, several ‘isolation camps’ are being created in colleges in the district. The move comes following a directive from Collector S
Analysis: TTD decision to sell unused and unviable properties attains political hue in Andhra Pradesh
Subramanian Swamy comes to the rescue of YSRCP. He says the sub-committee on the issue was constituted in 29 January, 2016 when the TDP was in power and the BJP was in alliance.
Police register case against building owner and contractor after woman’s death
Tuesday’s rains claim the life of motorist who died when the branch of a tree fell on her
Coronavirus lockdown | Standing Committee on Home Affairs to meet on June 3
Lockdown and movement of migrant workers likely to be taken up for discussion
Trees the biggest casualty of pre-monsoon showers
The eight control rooms of the BBMP got the maximum complaints about tree and branch falls from Malleswaram
Developer given green light for plans to build 52 houses by brook
The plans for the new development in Bury were approved on Tuesday
Photos show 'huge' rave with 300 guests that ended in reported stabbing
Police in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, were called to a "rave" which attracted roughly 300 people on Monday night. Soon after people started to disperse, officers received reports of a stabbing, but have not identified a victim
BBC says Emily Maitlis speech on Cummings 'did not meet impartiality standards'
Emily Maitlis opened the Newsnight show by saying the Prime Minister's chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, had "broken the rules" and "the country can see that, and it's shocked the Government cannot"
Cherkasy mayor goes to court seeking moral damage recovery from Zelensky
Earlier, President referred to him as "gangster".
Police arrested a Bay Area woman who they say posted racist notes on the homes of Asian Americans
The notes suggested that those not native to the US leave the country immediately.
Ford made its police SUV heat itself up to more than 133 degrees to kill the coronavirus
Ford worked with Ohio State and police departments to develop the tech. Ford has a longstanding relationship with law enforcement.
Hong Kong Protests United States China
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China, setting the stage for the U.S. to withdraw the former British colony’s preferential trade and financial status it has enjoyed since it reverted to Chinese
Mitt Romney calls out ‘vile’ Donald Trump murder accusations against ‘psycho’ Joe Scarborough
“Never Trumper” Mitt Romney stepped in to defend his friend and former Republican congressman Joe Scarborough on Wednesday after the president renewed his Twitter feud against the MSNBC host.The Utah senator called the accusations vile and baseless after Donald Trump escalated his campaign against “psycho
As politicians in DC condemn China for crackdowns on Hong Kong protests, US police use tear gas on demonstrators in Minneapolis
Tear gas — also known as CS gas — is considered a chemical weapon and is banned in warfare by most countries, including the US.
Venezuela's Maduro vows to raise gasoline price as Iranian tanker nears
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday pledged to begin charging citizens for gasoline, as the fourth cargo of a five-tanker flotilla bringing fuel from Iran approached the South American nation's exclusive economic zone. Iran is providing the country with up to 1.53 million barrels of
Coronavirus: Punjab Govt to Decide on Lockdown Extension on May 30
Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh will hold a review meeting with the departments concerned on the overall coronavirus situation in the state on May 30 and then will announce the government's decision on lifting or further extending lockdown for a longer period.
Paw-fect! Karnataka Police Gears up For Admission of 50 Dogs to Strengthen The Squad
Costing Rs 2.5 crore, a squad of 50 dogs will be inducted to strengthen the Karnataka Police force
Shashank Manohar to Step Down as ICC Chairman After Current Term
An official release by the ICC also confirmed that the board has not taken a call on the process of the elections and the same will be discussed on Thursday.
Fatah Officials Fear Israel is Working to Replace Abbas
PA officials believe that since Abbas is no longer cooperating with Israel, then Israel will try to replace him.
Misusing the Bible Against Vaccination
Invoking the Bible and God is intended not as a stimulus to further debate, but rather as an argument- stopper: God is against it; no further discussion, research or argument is necessary; the debate is over.
UK ‘firm’ against extension of Brexit transition period, says chief negotiator
David Frost insisted that Britain is taking the stance to avoid more ‘significant’ payments to the EU.
Woman charged after theft of charity box cash at hospital
A woman has been arrested and charged following the theft of money from a charity box at a Midlands hospital.
‘Move on’: Johnson rejects call for Cummings inquiry amid rising Tory anger
But Boris Johnson said he understood the ‘pain and anxiety’ people felt as a result of the coronavirus lockdown.
Chamber's conversation guests
The Black Country Chamber of Commerce have announced the line-up of guests for its new In Conversation With series of events over the coming weeks.
Pompeo officially declares Hong Kong ‘no longer autonomous,’ slams China intervention
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday officially declared that Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, days after Beijing moved to impose new national security legislation on the territory.
‘No amount of blackmail can stop us’ — senate panel vows to probe NDDC
The senate committee on Niger Delta affairs says no amount of intimidation and blackmail will stop it from probing the interim management committee (IMC) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).
Himachal Pradesh BJP chief Rajeev Bindal quits on 'moral grounds', denies involvement in health scam
In his resignation letter sent to BJP president JP Nadda, Bindal said he was resigning to ensure a proper investigation into an alleged corruption case.
Experts calls for creative approaches to boost child learning during pandemics
Education experts have urged the government to further fund research institutes to come up with innovative approaches to increasing child learning during pandemics. She said although schools have come up with technology applications such as zoon, Google classrooms, among others, for those who do not have access technology, there is need to come up with […]
Rouhani urges Iran lawmakers to ‘cooperate’ as parliament opens
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani urged lawmakers to "cooperate" with his government in a speech Wednesday during the inaugural session of the new parliament following a February election swept by conservatives.
RCMP looking for witnesses after truck owner hit with bear spray
Comox Valley RCMP are looking for witnesses to an assault in Courtenay involving what appears to be bear spray.The incident began when the victim noticed a man inside his truck about 8:30 p.m. . . .
New book claims Bill Clinton had an affair with Ghislaine Maxwell
Bill Clinton had an affair with British-born socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, who is accused of helping recruit underage victims for notorious pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, according to a blockbuster new
Pentagon draws up plans to pull US troops out of Afghanistan by election
President Trump will be briefed by senior Pentagon officials in the coming days on plans for pulling all US troops out of Afghanistan by the November election, according to multiple reports. The
Tulsi Gabbard drops defamation suit against Hillary Clinton
Former presidential contender Tulsi Gabbard dropped her defamation lawsuit against Hillary Clinton on Wednesday, saying the COVID-19 pandemic and 2020 presidential election are more important than her
Recent cases of persecution set back LGBT rights advocacy
At a time when members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community should be able to celebrate their existence without fear of reprisal, two recent cases of persecution have laid bare the cruel reality people in the community still face in Indonesia, rights advocates have said.
Most Indonesians dissatisfied with administration's COVID-19 response, survey finds
A public opinion poll has found that most Indonesians are dissatisfied with the way President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo's administration is handling the COVID-19 outbreak.
Boy, 15, arrested after Broadgreen Hospital receives email threat
The ECHO understands staff were told to stay on their wards and not leave the hospital during the incident
China's top political advisory body starts closing meeting of annual session
The third session of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body, started its closing meeting on Wednesday.
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany Blasts Vote-by-Mail But Has Voted by Mail at Least 11 Times
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany has defended President Donald Trump's increasing attacks on vote-by-mail in recent days. Over the past decade, however, McEnany has personally voted by mail in Florida at least 11 times. According to an investigation of voter records by the Tampa Bay Times, McEnany has voted by mail in every election since 2010.
Fake Salesman Gets Decades of Prison Time for Sexually Assaulting Woman Who Had an Intellectual Disability
Benjamen Gilbert, 37, may well spend the rest of his life in prison unless he gets paroled. Gilbert was sentenced on Tuesday to 40 years behind bars after he was convicted of sexually assaulting a woman who had an intellectual disability.
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong.
India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pakistan PM Khan
Khan further alleged that India had 'illegally annexed' Kashmir and dubbed it as 'a war crime'.
Two coronavirus-related deaths reported in North
Number of fines for breaches of social distancing guidelines drops by 90%
South Korea 'comfort women' activist group battles to survive amid scandal
The South Korean organization that first raised the issue of "comfort women" is defending its activities as counter-protests grow.
Harborne woman in court after £400 charity box theft at Queen Elizabeth Hospital
West Midlands Police says it has charged Emma Andrews, of Leehurst Crescent, who will appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court
LAPD cracking down on rowdy house parties plaguing Hollywood Hills as bars, clubs remain closed
With bars and clubs closed, the Los Angeles Police Department says the Hollywood Hills have become a hotbed for noisy house parties.
Sen. Josh Hawley criticizes Google over deletion of certain comments critical toward China
Sen. Josh Hawley is demanding answers from Google about the company’s deletion of certain comments critical of the Chinese government.
Ford made its police SUV heat itself up to more than 133 degrees to kill the coronavirus
If you’ve ever lived in a hot climate, you know what it can be like to enter a car that’s been parked for a while in the sun, and find that the steering wheel is smoldering to the touch and the cabin feels like a blast furnace.
As politicians in DC condemn China for crackdowns on Hong Kong protests, US police use tear gas on demonstrators in Minneapolis
Police in Hong Kong and Minneapolis, Minnesota, had something in common this week. They both used tear gas on protesters.
Steve Bannon wins case to set up Italy political academy
ROME (Reuters) - Steve Bannon, the former adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy’s culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political academy.
French restaurants set empty tables in appeal for lockdown help
PARIS (Reuters) - Restaurants, bars and hotels across France set empty tables and draped chef’s aprons outside on Wednesday to protest against continuing lockdown restrictions and demand more state aid.
Iran changes tack in Iraqi politics after mastermind's assassination
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Two diplomats are quietly leading Iran’s push to influence politics in Iraq, in a departure from the more blunt enforcement employed by Qassem Soleimani, a top commander slain in a U.S. air strike.
Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged
The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.
Kejriwal is asking the People of Delhi to get Treated in Private Hospitals: Manoj Tiwari -
BJP President and MP Manoj Tiwari have accused Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of cheating the people of Delhi. He
Inquiry into Russia probe carries political consequences
Attorney General William Barr says he doesn’t expect a criminal inquiry into the origins of the Russia investigation to target former President Barack Obama or Joe Biden, President Donald Trump’s presumed Democratic opponent this summer.
Kadaga speaks out on return of Eddy Kenzo
Speaker Kadaga has also asked that the curfew issue be discussed by relevant authorities.
Police: 2 officers shot, woman found dead in North Dakota
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) — Two law enforcement officers and a suspect were shot and a woman was found dead at an apartment in a North Dakota city, police said...
Our state needs to improve COVID spending transparency to increase public trust
Transparency and accurate information are needed to maintain trust in states' virus response programs. Gov. Jay Inslee must proactively disclose more details of Washington's COVID-19 spending.
Trump threatens Twitter over fact checks: What’s next?
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Twitter has taken the unprecedented step of adding fact-check warnings to two of President Donald Trump’s tweets that falsely called mail-in ballots “substantially fraudulent” and predicted...
Safe Sex: New Rules Poised to Help End the Swiss Brothels' Covid-19 Lockdown
Along with suggesting sex positions which allow for a maximum distance between faces during intercourse, the new rules also include a 15-minute time limit on a client's...
The Man Behind the Throne: Why Dominic Cummings is so Indispensable to Boris Johnson
Dominic Cummings has refused to resign after admitting breaching the government’s own lockdown rules twice to drive 260 miles to County Durham. But why has the Prime...
Chinese and French State-owned Enterprises Bid to Construct UK's Second Nuclear Reactor in UK
As the United Kingdom looks to revive its economy as it emerges from the coronavirus pandemic and pursues trade agreements after formally withdrawing from the European...
The Man Behind the Throne: Why Dominic Cummings is so Indispensable to Boris Johnson
Dominic Cummings has refused to resign after admitting breaching the government’s own lockdown rules twice to drive 260 miles to County Durham. But why has the Prime...
The investigation into Gabrielle Union’s AGT exit did not find 'racial bias'
The actress just spoke out about the issue.
Lost hikers found alive 18 days after vanishing in foggy forest
The hikers got lost in a forest covered in fog, but were miraculously found alive 18 days later with only minor injuries.
New lockdown plans 'to be announced tomorrow'
It is likely to give the all-clear for schools to begin reopening next week.
US troop strength in Afghanistan down to close to 8,600 ahead of schedule: sources
A key provision of agreement with Taliban involved a US commitment to reduce its military footprint in Afghanistan
Himachal BJP Chief resigns amidst alleged corruption in health department
Bindal said some people were pointing fingers at BJP indirectly after the Director, Health Services was arrested by Anti Corruption and Vigilance Bureau
COVID-19: Here are the highlights of May 27
Maharashtra continues to be the worst affected state in the country and the current count of COVID-19 patients in Maharashtra is 56,948, after 2,190 patients were identified as positive on Wednesday.
Muslim father ‘burns his daughter after she converted from Islam to Christianity in Uganda', religious watchdog claims
Rahema Kyomuhendo will spend at least a month at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital amid claims her father Sheikh Hussein Byaruhanga Husain badly burned her. Pictured, her injuries.
North Korea's founder Kim Il Sung did not have the ability to teleport, state media finally admits
The late Kim ruled from 1948 to 1994 and is still revered as North Korea's 'eternal president' but 'shrinking the earth' to travel in an instant was not among his skills, an article said.
‘Overall Stable and Controllable’: China On LAC Situation
China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is
Free COVID-19 testing under PMJAY: NHA to empanel ICMR approved labs
COVID-19 has infected over 1.5 akh people in the country and led to unfortunate deaths of over 4000 people.
COVID-19: ICU beds in Delhi’s private hospitals filling fast, less crunch at govt hospitals
The Delhi government recently directed 117 nursing homes and private hospitals to set aside 20 per cent of their current strength for Covid-19 patients to add to their bed size.
Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time
The move, which almost immediately heightened tensions between Trump and the social media giant, came in the form of a label under two of the president’s tweets, which claimed that mail-in voter ballots are subject to extreme fraud
Tanzanian president accused of covering up Covid-19 outbreak
John Magufuli has repeatedly played down the threat from the pandemic
Brazil's Troyjo to be new head of BRICS bank; SBI's Anil Kishora vice-prez
The decisions were made on Wednesday at a special meeting of the Board of Governors in accordance with the Articles of Agreement of the NDB and its procedures, a press release from the bank said
Torrent, Lanco among private gencos not paid by Madhya Pradesh Power Co
This move by MP govt comes after the union power ministry had clarified electricity generation is an essential service and no state can invoke force majeure to defer payments
Worst attack in years: Locusts reach Jhansi, Maharashtra; Punjab on alert
According to the Union agriculture ministry, 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 in Madhya Pradesh, two in Gujarat and one in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now
Estimated $10,000 damage to residence on North Taylor after fire Wednesday
The Amarillo Fire Department has estimated a fire caused $10,000 in damages to a home on North Taylor this afternoon.
New Videos Of George Floyd Incident In Minneapolis Emerge & Raise More Questions
Several video clips emerged Tuesday night in relation to the deadly incident that happened in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Monday evening that resulted in one man dead and four police officers getting ...
Republicans Sue to Block Remote Voting in House
House Republicans are suing to block Democrats from relying on remote proxy voting during the Covid-19 pandemic, claiming the historic change is a power play by Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
How We Might Respond to a Pandemic Were Society Not So Dominated by the State
The state currently enjoys a vastly unbalanced share of the power within a society, such an arrangement is not in any way preordained, and the assumption that it must be betrays a narrowness of vision and a lack of historical knowledge
Locusts swarm UP and Maharashtra; Govt steps up control operations, drones to be deployed soon
About 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now, the ministry said in a statement. It has been controlled in 47,308 hectare areas so far in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh, it said.
Arrest JD(U) MLA whose kin killed RJD leader’s parents: Tejashwi Yadav
Former Deputy Chief Minister and leader of the Opposition, Tejashwi Yadav, has issued an ultimatum to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to arrest the JD (U) MLA whose kin allegedly shot dead an RJD
Tragedy of migrant crisis in India revealed in disturbing video of child trying to wake up dead mother at railway station in Bihar
A toddler's vain attempt to wake up his dead mother from eternal sleep on a railway platform in Bihar's Muzaffarpur on Wednesday presented the most poignant picture of the massive migrant tragedy
India to start Australia Test series at Brisbane on December 3, no quarantine hub
Australian media outlets report that the schedule for the four Tests has been finalised
Hypocrisy gone viral? Officials set bad COVID-19 examples
Leaders from the US, France, Mexico bend safety rules they drafted during the pandemic
“They should be charged with murder” – George Floyd’s sister says firing officers not enough
The sister of George Floyd, who died after a Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee onto his neck for at least eight minutes, said firing the officers involved is not enough, calling for them to
COVID-19: Ondo lifts ban on religious gatherings
Ondo state Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, has lifted the ban on religious gathering which was put in place to curb the spread of coronavirus in the state. Rotimi Akeredolu made this known at a press briefing earlier
Lake of the Ozarks business owner defends actions after pool parties
The owner of a business that hosted crowded pool parties over the Memorial Day weekend at Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks says no laws were broken and safety measures were in place to protect against the spread of the coronavirus.
White House letter doesn't explain why Trump fired watchdogs
U.S. President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, the White House has told Congress, but the administration offered no new details about why the internal watchdogs were let go.
Pompeo: China has taken Hong Kong’s autonomy away
‘No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground,’ said the US secretary of state.
Boris Johnson announces test and trace plan for England
Local authorities will be expected to help suppress COVID-19 flare-ups.
UPDATED: Mother who 'drowned baby' remanded at LASUTH
An Igbosere Magistrates' Court in Lagos yesterday sent for psychiatric evaluation a nursing mother, Oluwafunmilayo Adisa, suspected of killing her baby.
Fayemi installs new Oore of Otun amidst controversy
Despite the controversy among the royal families in Otun-Ekiti, the headquarters of Moba Council Area of Ekiti State, Governor Kayode Fayemi...
COVID-19: FG to roll out policy on schools reopening
The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic has assured Nigerians that plans for safe reopening of...
Edo Guber: I'm in the race to develop Edo, serve my people - Ize-Iyamu
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Edo State, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu on Wednesday said his ambition to govern...
For Covid patients: Ahmedabad’s VS Hospital board members seek HC help to use health facility to full strength
The hospital’s request comes at a time when several private hospitals have refused to come on board to treat Covid patients or continue to negotiate with the AMC on the treatment charges.
Woman booked for cheating migrants on assurance of arranging train travel passes
Police said on May 22, the woman had allegedly accepted Rs. 1,000 each from five migrant workers who are all stranded in Pune but want to travel to their home state of UP and had assured to fill their forms and get them passes for travelling to UP by train.
Why China’s proposal for national security law is fueling protests in Hong Kong
At present China can't legally introduce laws in Hong Kong as per the Basic Law, but the national security bill seeks to allow Beijing to compel Hong Kong's government to enact laws. The new law will bypass the local legislature and ensure greater Chinese control on the island.
Romney to Trump: Stop 'Vile, Baseless' Accusations Against Scarborough
Mitt Romney urged President Donald Trump to cease pushing the conspiracy theory that Joe Scarborough murdered his one-time aide.
Newsom to Trump on Mail-in Voting: Stick to Facts, 'No Evidence Whatsoever' of Fraud
Wednesday on NBC's "Today," Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) said President Donald Trump should "just stick with the facts not opinions" in regards to the safety of mail-in voting amid the coronavirus pandemic. | Clips
Watch: Ernst's Campaign Exposes Greenfield's Anti-Corporate PAC Hypocrisy
Joni Ernt's campaign released a video on Wednesday exposing Iowa Senate Democrat Theresa Greenfield's anti-corporate donation hypocrisy.
Report: Local News Stations Run Segments Scripted and Produced by Amazon
According to a recent report, local news stations across the United States have run news segments scripted and produced by e-commerce giant Amazon. Unsurprisingly, the segments were overly positive about Jeff Bezos' company and its employment practices.
Union Pres.: Baltimore Mayor More Upset by Trump Visit than 10 Murders
Mike Mancuso, president of the Fraternal Order of Police for Baltimore City Lodge No. 3, claims Baltimore Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young (D) was more upset over President Trump's Memorial Day visit than over the 10 individuals killed in the city over weekend.
'You didn't panic about anything!': CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin and Joe Kernen clashed on live TV over the severity of the coronavirus pandemic
CNBC hosts Andrew Ross Sorkin and Joe Kernen fiercely clashed on Wednesday morning over the severity of the coronavirus pandemic, which has kill...
Heroin worth more than £8.5m found in fruit and nuts consignment at Heathrow
Two men, aged 36 and 51, were arrested near Bradford on suspicion of importing class A drugs the following day.
Stormont should ask Government for Brexit extension, says Mallon
The Infrastructure minister said the last thing Northern Ireland needed was a ‘cliff edge’ departure from the transition arrangements.
Boris Johnson says UK did not have capacity for test, track and trace ready
The Prime Minister told MPs the country had not learned the lessons of past pandemics.
Stormont infrastructure minister joins calls for Cummings to go
Nichola Mallon said the recent actions by the Prime Minister’s top adviser have ’caused great anger’.
Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says
The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.
Mass contact tracing resumes across England to control spread of Covid-19
The scheme is supported by 25,000 dedicated contact tracers.
DSS arrests kidnapper of Kano Islamic scholar’s grandson
Tukur Muntari, Kano Operatives of the Department of State Security in Kano State have apprehended the Kidnapper of the famous Islamic Scholar, Dahiru Bauchi’s three-year-old grandson. They ha...
George Floyd: Protest in US over police ‘killing’ of black man
Thousands of protesters demanding justice for 46-year-old George Floyd, a black man who died after a white Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck, gathered at the intersection where Floyd was...
Cheney says Trump should stop tweeting Scarborough conspiracy
House Republican Conference Chairwoman Liz Cheney (Wyo.) said Wednesday that President Trump should stop tweeting an unsubstantiated conspiracy theory about “Morning Joe” host Joe Scarborough.
Fox's Napolitano to Trump: First Amendment 'does not regulate Twitter'
Fox News legal analyst Andrew Napolitano said Wednesday that President Trump faces an uphill battle with his threat to regulate social media platforms like Twitter.
Kellyanne Conway: Trump's Twitter fact checks done by 'people who attack him all day long'
White House counselor Kellyanne Conway said Wednesday that President Trump’s Twitter fact checks are conducted by the same “people who attack him all day long.”
Trump job approval falls to 2-year low in Rasmussen poll
President Trump's job approval sank toward a two-year low on Wednesday, according to a survey from the right-leaning polling firm Rasmussen.
Reopening of schools: Maimane working with Mpofu on court challenge to keep schools closed
The founder of the One South Africa movement, former Democratic Alliance leader Mmusi Maimane, has announced plans to mount a legal challenge to the reopening of schools.
Lockdown Level 3: Mthembu says briefing delays are to allow for new church regulations
Minister Jackson Mthembu has explained the resons behind the continued delays in media briefings on lockdown Level 3.
Arunma Oteh defends Adesina over allegations of fraud at AfDB
US treasury secretary, Mr. Steven Mnuchin, rejected plans by AfDB's board to end the investigation against Akin Adesina and called for an independent probe.
Officers assist woman giving birth at police station
On Tuesday, a pregnant woman accompanied her husband to a police station when she suddenly went into labour. SAPS officers at the station helped her give birth.
Suspicions soar as FCTA introduces other phases of palliatives in Abuja
Say No campaign, through its anti-corruption structures, have been monitoring the process of distribution in the FCT, Abuja for transparency and accountability.
'Move on': Johnson tries to bury fracas over adviser's lockdown breach
The British PM stands by Dominic Cummings, telling MPs that sorting out the pandemic is more important than 'party political points'.
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen
Disney World's reopening plan was approved Wednesday by Orange County, Fla. officials, clearing a hurdle to inviting people back in July.
Dis-Chem at Ballito Junction shuts down after staff member tests positive
Close contacts of the affected person were immediately identified, placed in self-isolation and were being monitored, Dis-Chem said.
SANDF probe clears soldiers of killing Collins Khosa, saying he was only ‘pushed and clapped’
The police investigation into Khosa's death continues, and the soldiers implicated 'have been ordered not to report for duty' until the criminal probe has been concluded.
Breaking: We are working on guidelines for school reopening – FG
The secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, has on Wednesday said that the Federal Government would soon list
Salary deduction: Kano NLC gives Ganduje two weeks ultimatum or face strike action
The Kano State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC has on Wednesday given a two weeks ultimatum to Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje
The death of Justice Nabaruma and other matters
He was the chairman of the tribunal which ruled that INEC declaration of Dr. Chris Ngige as governor of Anambra State in 2003, was wrong.
Ortom threatens to sanction more traditional rulers over criminal, communal crisis
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue state has threatened to sanction more traditional rulers in the state caught harbouring criminals in...
Bayelsa Deputy Governor asks tribunal to dismiss NYSC certificate forgery case against him
ABUJA---The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has asked the state governorship election tribunal sitting
Kinghorn Lifeboat warns people against driving to Fife beaches
People have been warned against driving to Fife’s beaches as lockdown restrictions are eased.
Opposition set to win Suriname election: preliminary results
Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the long-time rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of p...
Where Things Stand: Not All Fall In Line Behind The Next Great Political Divide
If President Trump had his way, mask-wearing would play a crucial role in whatever us-versus-them narrative he attempts to spin for...
Pompeo: 'Hong Kong does not continue to warrant' special US treatment amid China crackdown
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo took a milestone step toward stripping Hong Kong of the special status that for decades has governed economic relations with the United States, citing Chinese encroachments on the territory.
Furor in US after black man dies as white policeman kneels on neck
A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.
'Suicides, snakebites, electrocution': Chhattisgarh lists reasons for Covid-19 patients' death
The state, which sees spurt in cases for the last 5 days, says it has 'zero Covid-19 casualty'.
Boy, 15, acquitted of killing Tyrone Hayman with knife in Bristol
A unanimous jury acquitted the boy of both murder and manslaughter
Putin pushes war history and patriotism in schools as he continues his campaign to militarize Russian youth, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - captionA boy with a machine gun during celebrations marking Day of the Russian Airborne Troops, on August 2, 2019.sourceRoman PimenovTASS via Getty Images Last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin submitted…. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Eddie Kenzo petitions Parliament for evacuation from Ivory Coast
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Singer Edirisa Musuuza also known as Eddie Kenzo has petitioned Parliament seeking government’s intervention to have him evacuated from Ivory Coast. Kenzo has been held up for the last two months due to the closure of borders occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic. Kenzo left the country for business in …
Germany to extend contact restrictions untill June 29
The German federal government and the 16 states have agreed in principle to keep coronavirus contact restrictions in place until June 29, the Federal Press Office announced Tuesday night
'In-person' G7 more effective, but deal with safety concerns first, Trudeau says
WASHINGTON — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says an in-person gathering of G7 leaders would be more effective than the virtual alternative, but he wants to make sure the United States has a plan to deal with the potential COVID-19 risk first.
Chan Chun Sing thanks Singaporeans for complying with circuit breaker but warns against complacency
Chan Chun Sing thanks Singaporeans for complying with circuit breaker but warns against complacency
‘Although the battle against COVID-19 is uncertain, we will prevail!” – Lawrence Wong
‘Although the battle against COVID-19 is uncertain, we will prevail!” – Lawrence Wong
Public Meetings At COVID-19 Alert Level 2 - What Happens Now
At Alert Levels 4 and 3, Nelson City Council held all of its public meetings remotely, via Zoom, to comply with Government rules around gatherings of people.
OUR VIEW: Let’s hear why the Safe Surrey Coalition voted as they did
Perhaps they have sound arguments for voting to approve this expenditure right now. Too bad they didn’t bother to express them
PA Accuses Israel of Shutting Down Cave of Patriarchs While Palestinians Defy PA by Rioting in Streets
The Palestinian Authority accuses Israel of infringing on freedom of worship following Health Ministry restrictions imposed on all faiths at the Cave of the Patriarchs.
Stirling's former Tory MP joins cross-party calls for Dominic Cummings to resign
Stirling’s current and former MPs have called for the resignation of Boris Johnson’s most senior advisor.
Indian government may remain silent, but US President Donald Trump just confirmed ‘raging border dispute’ between India and China
In a dramatic twist, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed the reports of 'now raging border dispute' between India and China.
11 teenagers charged over meeting each other for 'settlement talk', fight in Boon Lay
SINGAPORE: Eleven teenagers are accused of leaving their houses during the "circuit breaker" period for a "settlement talk" and an ensuing knife ...
Iran reconvenes parliament under strict COVID-19 curbs
Iran's parliament reconvened on Wednesday after the Feb. 21 elections under strict health protocols and social distancing rules to ward off the ...
Pompeo Declares Hong Kong No Longer Autonomous From China
It now falls to Trump to decide to end some, all or none of the economic privileges Hong Kong currently enjoys.
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, which could mean the US ends the city's special trade status
"No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said.
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China
US News: Secretary of State of Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China. “
Government Internet filtering not the answer - InternetNZ
This week the government introduced a proposed legal framework for Internet filtering, alongside proposed new powers for the Chief Censor on online content. The proposed law change is part of the government response to the Christchurch terror attacks.
Stormont should ask Government for Brexit extension, says Mallon
The Infrastructure minister said the last thing Northern Ireland needed was a ‘cliff edge’ departure from the transition arrangements.
Boris Johnson says UK did not have capacity for test, track and trace ready
The Prime Minister told MPs the country had not learned the lessons of past pandemics.
Stormont infrastructure minister joins calls for Cummings to go
Nichola Mallon said the recent actions by the Prime Minister’s top adviser have ’caused great anger’.
Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says
The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.
Spike Trap: Animal Crossing and Warzone surged on social in different ways
Animal Crossing: New Horizons surpassed all other games as the leader in social engagement during March as shelter-in-place rules began.
Kelly Loeffler and 2 other senators are no longer being investigated for insider trading
Sen. Richard Burr remains under investigation after a search warrant was executed at his Washington, DC, residence.
Delhi HC sets aside orders by MoC where it invoked bank guarantees of TSIL
The court has ordered that MoC shall provide TSIL the comments received from the concerned State Government(s) on the aspect whether the delay in achieving the milestones is attributable to TSIL
Gujarat's Covid-19 count breaches 15,000-mark, Ahmedabad records over 11k cases
The death toll in the state also rose to 938 after 23 more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.The total number of recoveries in the state now stands at 7,547
‘Killer highway’ in Balochistan more deadly than terrorism
KARACHI: In Balochistan, fatal highway accidents have surpassed even terrorism in deadliness as the strategic region prepares to receive $64 billion in investment as a key route of the China-Pakistan
NDMA activates hotline for registering complaints on locust attacks
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'In-person' G7 more effective, but deal with safety concerns first, Trudeau says
WASHINGTON - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says an in-person gathering of G7 leaders would be more effective than the virtual alternative, but he wants to m
Motorcyclist killed in crash on Highway 97 south of Summerland
A motorcyclist was killed in a collision on Highway 97 yesterday afternoon.An Okanagan man in his 60s was travelling northbound on Highway 97 around 3:50 p.
Concern over neglect of mask
Health workers and police personnel, who have been playing a crucial role in averting the community spread of COVID-19, have raised concern about people’s neglect to wear masks.The number of people no
Over 1,300 teachers engaged in Dharmapuri and Harur
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Children with severe asthma advised not to return to schools when they reopen
Health charity Asthma UK has told parents not to send their children back to school on June 1 if they are shielding as they are classed as “clinically extremely vulnerable”
Boris Johnson rejects calls for inquiry into Dominic Cummings
The PM's senior aide drove from London to Durham to isolate with his family during the lockdown and says he subsequently took a trip to Barnard Castle to see if he was fit enough to drive before returning to the capital
New bid for 27 self-build and custom-built homes in Suffolk village
Plans for up to 27 new homes in Melton have been re-submitted by developers.
Politics Briefing: Major decision in Meng case comes down today
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Police arrest 26 people suspected of human trafficking in U.K. truck deaths
Judicial authorities said a series of early morning raids took place simultaneously in Belgium and France on Tuesday as part of two legal investigations
Police forces across Canada expand ballistics imaging efforts, driven by slowdown in RCMP testing
Ballistics imaging helps police determine if one gun was used in multiple shootings
Germany ex-chancellor's insult of Ukrainian envoy "despicable" – deputy foreign minister
Schroeder's comment is a warning to other Russia supporters in Europe: don't get involved with Russian money.
Michel Barnier says EU remains ‘open’ to transition period extension
Talks between London and Brussels stall with sides far apart on fisheries and regulatory alignment
Around 10,000 students are yet to sign up to calculated grades
Around 10,000 Leaving Cert students have yet to sign up to receive calculated grades. The deadline for registering is Thursday May 28th at 10pm, and Ministe
Photos show thousands of protesters demanding justice in Minneapolis after police killed George Floyd
Thousands of people took to the streets of Minneapolis on Tuesday to demand justice for the police killing of unarmed black man George Floyd.
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, which could mean the US ends the city's special trade status
"No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said.
Bill Clinton again denies visiting Jeffrey Epstein’s island as Netflix documentary reveals new claims
A second person has claimed Bill Clinton visited the late Jeffrey Epstein’s island in a new Netflix documentary, but the former president again denied these allegations.Netflix’s Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, a four-part docuseries released on Wednesday, includes an interview from a longtime tech worker
Ex-Watergate prosecutors say judge has legal duty to review facts in Flynn case
Sixteen former Watergate prosecutors on Wednesday said U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan should be allowed to review all the facts before deciding whether to grant a Justice Department request to drop the criminal case against President Donald Trump's former national security adviser Michael Flynn
Hong Kong police arrest hundreds and fire pepper pellets amid fresh unrest
The latest clashes come as MPs debate a bill to criminalise insulting China's national anthem.
COVID-19: Maharashtra Records 105 Deaths, 2190 Cases in Last 24 Hours, Total Tally at 56948
Issuing a statement, Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope said that the current count of COVID-19 patients in Maharashtra is 56948.
Uttar Pradesh News: Two Migrants Found Dead on Mumbai-Varanasi Shramik Train
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PCB Against Rescheduling of T20 World Cup: Official
A PCB official, ahead of the International Cricket Council meetings beginning on Thursday to discuss the fate of the World T20, said that Pakistan’s stance will be to push for a wait and watch policy.
Group Of Rabbis Declare: No Compromise On Teaching Immorality
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Heroin worth more than £8.5m found in fruit and nuts consignment at Heathrow
Two men, aged 36 and 51, were arrested near Bradford on suspicion of importing class A drugs the following day.
Stormont should ask Government for Brexit extension, says Mallon
The Infrastructure minister said the last thing Northern Ireland needed was a ‘cliff edge’ departure from the transition arrangements.
Boris Johnson says UK did not have capacity for test, track and trace ready
The Prime Minister told MPs the country had not learned the lessons of past pandemics.
Stormont infrastructure minister joins calls for Cummings to go
Nichola Mallon said the recent actions by the Prime Minister’s top adviser have ’caused great anger’.
Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says
The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.
Mass contact tracing resumes across England to control spread of Covid-19
The scheme is supported by 25,000 dedicated contact tracers.
CNN's S.E. Cupp says Trump is 'hallucinating,' 'needs help'
CNN host S.E. Cupp declared on Wednesday that President Trump is “hallucinating” and “needs help.”
Slain UNC student’s mother hopes new documentary will shed light on unsolved murder: ‘I need to keep going for her’
Connie Hedgepeth is hoping someone will finally come forward and reveal what really happened to her daughter
Marco Rubio says FISA law must be fixed to prevent 'abuses' like FBI's Russia probe
With the debate about amendments to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act underway, Sen. Marco Rubio said Wednesday that instead of changes to the process, lawmakers should focus on ways to prevent it from being abused.
Missing New Zealand hikers found alive after 19 days in ‘hostile’ wilderness, rescuers say
Two hikers lost in the “hostile” wilderness of New Zealand have been found alive with only minor injuries after 19 days despite running out of food, rescuers said.
Kensington Palace Has Shut Down Reports That Meghan & Kate Fell Out Over Tights
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LeBron among US athletes outraged at black man's death
Four Minneapolis police officers were fired Tuesday.
‘I’m innocent of trumped-up allegations’ — Akinwunmi Adesina breaks silence
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DSS finally releases journalist detained for ‘defaming’ A’Ibom commissioner
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NLC protests slash in workers’ salaries, gives Ganduje 14 days to make U-turn
Organised labour in Kano has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the state government to pay back the deduction it made to workers' salaries or they go on strike.
Trump threatens Twitter with ‘big action’ for flagging his tweets
Washington, May 27: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened Twitter with “big action” for tagging two of his tweets on mail-in voting with a fact-checking warning label.
Punjab seeks Rs 51,102 crore fiscal stimulus from Centre to overcome economic crisis caused by COVID-19
The stimulus package demanded by the state includes Rs 21,500 crore direct stimulus, CCL debt waiver and 100% funding of Central schemes.
Nigerian military encourages sexual abuse, brutality of children at rehabilitation centres – Amnesty
Global rights group, Amnesty International, has accused the Nigerian military of unlawfully detaining boys and men at a rehabilitation centre for alleged members of the Islamist militant group Boko Haram,
Himachal BJP president Rajeev Bindal resigns amid health scam row
In a resignation letter sent to BJP president J P Nadda, Bindal stated that he was tendering his resignation on high moral grounds as some people were dragging the party's name in the alleged corruption case.
Alabama man busted for murder of wife, sister-in-law and her boyfriend
An Alabama man accused of murdering his wife, sister-in-law and her boyfriend was busted by federal marshals this week following a manhunt, police said. Carson Peters, 58, of Danville, was on the lam
Bobby Hurley’s private war with Arizona State after wife’s sexual harassment claim
Bobby Hurley and his athletic director are at odds, clashing over allegations of sexual harassment committed by a major Arizona State donor. In an email exchange, Hurley expressed his displeasure with
Joe Biden says basement lockdown is ‘working pretty well’ for campaign
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden clapped back at President Trump and his GOP allies following weeks of being mocked for observing social distancing guidelines and remaining on lockdown in his
Fauci: Political conventions may be held if coronavirus cases are ‘very low’
But he cautioned that "we need to reserve judgment right now to see what the situation would be.”
Coronavirus job losses creating ‘lockdown generation,’ UN group warns
The United Nation's International Labor Organization issued the grim prediction in a report showing that more than one in six young people have stopped working since the COVID-19 crisis began.
Poll slump hits UK's Johnson in wake of Cummings scandal
As the prime minister prepares to be quizzed by senior MPs later Wednesday over his handling of the coronavirus crisis and the scandal, a YouGov poll for The Times newspaper showed the Conservative lead over the main opposition Labour party has been cut by nine points in a week.
Inmates at quarantine centres have a harrowing time
Helpline Twitter handles are loaded with such complaints about the paid quarantine services
Where will Trump rant if not on Twitter? He threatens to close down social media
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Bangladesh decides against extending shutdown, offices to reopen May 31
The government has decided not to extend the ongoing shutdown over the coronavirus outbreak, allowing offices to reopen on May 31.
Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says
The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.
At least 10,000 died in military detention in Nigeria – report
Amnesty International publishes study into detainees during Boko Haram insurgency
Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute
WASHINGTON/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had offered to mediate a standoff between India and China at the Himalayan border, where soldiers camped out in a high-altitude region have accused each other of trespassing over the disputed border.
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as 'lies'
PARIS (Reuters) - Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga, arrested this month after more than two decades on the run, told a French court on Wednesday that the international charges against him were lies.
Trump to announce Hong Kong response this week
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States was working on a strong response to China’s planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.
Merkel insists on basics as states take bigger role in virus controls
BERLIN (Reuters) - Chancellor Angela Merkel has conceded more responsibility to Germany’s 16 states for tackling the coronavirus epidemic, but insisted that social distancing and mask-wearing were needed to avoid a new wave of infections.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'plan to hire private security as drone incidents leave them fearing for Archie'
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle plan to hire their own team of security professionals after a series of terrifying incidents involving drones near their LA home, an insider has said.
After fact check by Twitter, Trump threatens social media
President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.
North Las Vegas woman, 19, accused of sex trafficking of minor
A North Las Vegas woman has been arrested on suspicion of trafficking a youth for the purposes of prostitution, police said.
Quebec reports 541 new COVID-19 cases as another 89 people die from virus
Quebec is reporting 541 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, bringing the total in the province to 49,139. Another 89 people have died of COVID-19 in the province, public health is reporting, bring the death toll to 4,228.
States need to Raise 20 Lakh Crore rupees to Fight Coronavirus -
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said that in the wake of the crisis arising out of the Covid-19 pandemic,
Lockdown: Toddler's failed attempt to wake up dead mother
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Trooper George Baker to be honored at private memorial service; procession to follow
Louisiana State Police Trooper George Baker will be laid to rest Thursday, May 28 after a private memorial service in Hammond.
Navy admiral submits results of probe on virus-infected ship
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Navy's top admiral on Wednesday received the results of an internal investigation into the spread of the coronavirus aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt and the firing...
Ex-LA council top aide to plead guilty in $1M bribery scheme
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former top aide to Los Angeles City Council member Jose Huizar will plead guilty to a federal racketeering charge in a $1 million bribery scheme...
Texas woman arrested for confronting couple with hammer
HOUSTON (AP) — A Texas woman accused of using a hammer to threaten a vacationing couple who she mistakenly referred to as Mexican during a profanity-laced tirade in southwest Houston...
Biden accuser’s credentials, expert testimony under scrutiny
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As the nation hits a bleak milestone this week — 100,000 Americans dead from COVID-19 — the president has been uncharacteristically silent. His public schedule contains no special commemoration, no...
Man Shoots Three People Dead Before Attempting Suicide in Western France - Reports
More than twenty gendarmes have been dispatched to the scene of the crime. The police have launched an investigation into the matter.
Lack of Protective Gear & Staff Uncovered in Quebec's Care Homes – Report
Quebec's ombudsperson has already announced the launch of an “impartial and independent” investigation into the way the COVID-19 crisis is being handled at elderly...
Pompeo Tells Congress Hong Kong is No Longer Autonomous From China
On 28 May, the National People's Congress of China is expected to vote on the bill that suggests banning "separatist, subversive and terrorist activities" along with...
Boris says advice for parents with coronavirus has not changed
The prime minister was questioned by Yvette Cooper MP.
British diplomat still missing after going for a jog three weeks ago
He had been due to take up the position of British High Commissioner to Fiji in July.
Boris says 'sorry for pain and anxiety' but won't add more about Cummings
The prime minister has denied that his chief adviser's actions have had an effect on the British public sticking to lockdown rules.
Newsnight's Dominic Cummings introduction 'did not meet impartiality standards' BBC says
The BBC has said that an introduction to last night's Newsnight which discussed the Dominic Cummings lockdown row "did not meet our standards of due impartiality".
Committal proceedings in Lyra McKee case could go ahead on June 15
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Bangor man (31) caught with 60 cannabis plants spared jail
A 31-year-old Bangor man who was caught with 60 cannabis plants has been spared jail - but warned he will be imprisoned if he breaks a court order.
Pakistan condemns construction of temple at Babri Masjid site
Rising tide of religious bigotry in India is well-documented by international human rights organisations, says FO
Nitish Kumar holds meeting with state Health Department, stresses on door to door screening of migrants
The CM said that keeping in view the future challenges, the health infrastructure of the state should be further strengthened and it should be expanded.
COVID-19 is a blessing in disguise, says Housing Minister Jitendra Awhad
Maharashtra Housing Minister Jitendra Awhad on Wednesday assured a group of developers that he would like to implement a regime that would give all construction permissions within a period of 30 days and they would be deemed to be given thereafter.
Bill Clinton 'had affair with Jeffrey Epstein pimp Ghislaine Maxwell during trips on pedophile's private jet', explosive new book claims
The details of the alleged affair between the former president and the British socialite are detailed in a new book - A Convenient Death: The Mysterious Demise of Jeffrey Epstein.
Prince Andrew told Jeffrey Epstein's sex slave Virginia Roberts ‘my daughters aren’t far from your age... only a little bit younger’ before they had sex, she claims in new Netflix series Filthy Rich
An astonishing new documentary into the life and crimes of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has brought to light new allegations on Prince Andrew from Virginia Roberts.
Five-month-old baby dies after being given turtle's blood to drink to protect her from coronavirus in the Dominican Republic
The five-month-old girl from the Dominican Republic died after drinking turtle blood to protect her from coronavirus. Her relatives are said to be 'serious but stable.'
KCCI Urges Govt To Evacuate Kashmiris Stranded Abroad
The KCCI on Wednesday urged government to evacuate hundreds of Kashmiris stranded in various foreign countries due to coronavirus lockdown
Annual Mela Kher Bhavani at Tulmul Cancelled
The annual Kheer Bhawani Mela and Yatra, scheduled for May 30, will not take place due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to the J&K Dharmarth Trust, here on Wednesday
Rs 223 Crore Bank Fraud: HC Denies Bail To Accused Ex-Chairman
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court on Wednesday rejected plea of former chairman J&K State Cooperative Bank, seeking quashing of FIR against him filed by the Anti-Corruption Bureau in the whopping 230 crore fraud case
No End Term Exams For Current, Previous Semesters: KU
The Kashmir University will not conduct the end-term examinations for the current and previous semesters this year and would promote the students based on continuous internal assessment
‘Governor should scold those trying to destabilise Uddhav Thackeray govt’: Shiv Sena’s veiled attack on BJP
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SpeakUp: Congress campaign to mount pressure on Modi govt to deposit Rs 10,000 in bank accounts of poor
SpeakUp Campaign: Congress is demanding from the Modi government to deposit Rs 10,000 in bank accounts of poor who are facing the brunt of the lockdown.
Passenger on Alliance Air’s Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive for coronavirus
The flight was operated on May 25, when domestic flight services resumed after remaining grounded for two months due to the nationwide lockdown to prevent spreading of coronavirus infections.
Tigers took away their men, Amphan their livelihood: Sunderban’s ‘tiger widows’ struggle to survive
Cyclone Amphan, which hit West Bengal a week ago, not only killed all the fish in Manjula's pond, but also snatched away her sole source of livelihood.
Domestic flight services in India: 445 flights carrying 62,641 passengers operated on May 26, says Hardeep Singh Puri
Services were resumed on Monday after a gap of two months and 428 flights were operated within the country on the same day.
NTPC to foray into distribution, keen to buy majority stake in BRPL, BYPL
In a letter written to Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) on May 26, 2020, the power giant said, "NTPC has decided to foray into power distribution sector and keen on acquiring the distribution assets (BRPL and BYPL)".
India-China standoff: US President Donald Trump says ‘willing to mediate’ to diffuse border dispute
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Cortana now lets you schedule meetings by voice inside Outlook
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‘Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge’ Trailer: It’s Like ‘Legends of the Hidden Temple’ in the ‘Star Wars’ World
Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge blends Legends of the Hidden Temple with the world of Star Wars.
Sydney braces for rat ‘plague’ after Covid-19 forces hungry rodents to turn to cannibalism
Suburban rat infestations surge after city-dwelling rodents run out of food
Just half of Americans plan on getting Covid-19 vaccine, poll shows
The US could run up against another obstacle in its fight against coronavirus: vaccine refusal
SpaceX-Nasa launch scrubbed due to poor weather
The first crewed flight from US soil since 2011 was called off 16 minutes before lift off; the next opportunity is on Saturday
Lockdown violators using Cummings as excuse, say police
Police commissioner warns of public pushback over Covid-19 containment measures
Punjab approves reforms to avail additional borrowing of 1.5% of GSDP
The additional borrowing would help state tide over the estimated 30 per cent revenue shortfall in 2020-21 fiscal
Telangana govt to pay 50% salary to staff for third consecutive month
The government noted that the relaxations extended to sectors like the transport and the stamps and registrations from the lockdown restrictions had not made any substantial difference
Changes afoot at hard-hit Pennsylvania veterans home
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf's administration announced a new leader Wednesday at the Southeastern Veterans’ Center, where nearly three dozen residents have died from the coronavirus and a state senator urged the replacement of its leadership.
Nancy Pelosi Calls Republican Efforts To Block Voting By Proxy During Pandemic A ‘Sad Stunt’
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Pompeo: “Hong Kong is No Longer Autonomous From China”
Loss of city-state's
Gabbard Drops Lawsuit Against Hillary Clinton Over ‘Russian Asset’ Smear
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‘Ugly Even for Him’: Trump’s Usual Allies Recoil at His Smear of MSNBC Host
The Wall Street Journal and Washington Examiner chastised the president as a top House Republican, Liz Cheney, urged him to “stop” his attacks on Joe Scarborough.
Toddler tries to wake up dead mother at Bihar railway station brings out hardships of migrant worker
The video appeared online Wednesday and captures one of the most poignant pictures of the massive migrant crisis unfolding across several states. It shows a toddler trying -- and failing -- to wake her mother up who lay dead on the platform, a blanket placed over the body untidily.
Telangana: 3-year-old boy falls into newly dug borewell in Medak district, rescue operations on
Oxygen was being supplied into the 120 feet open borewell and earth excavation machines have been pressed into service to dig around it, they said. An NDRF team has reached the spot tandjoin the rescue efforts, they said.
India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pak PM Imran Khan
Bangladesh through Citizenship Act, border disputes with Nepal & China, & Pak threatened with false flag operation,” Khan said in a series of tweets. Several areas along the 3,500-km-long Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies
Central, state govts should apologise to nation for migrant workers' conditions: SP leader
Leader of Opposition in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly and senior Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Ramgovind Chaudhary asked the central and state governments on Wednesday to study the apex court order on the
US President Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China
The United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to mediate or arbitrate between India and China to help the two neighbouring nations resolve the boundary dispute, which once again
UK PM Johnson to join post-Brexit talks as key deadline nears
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will meet EU leaders in a bid to reinvigorate stalled post-Brexit negotiations ahead of a key deadline, officials said on Wednesday. Britain officially left the
Saudi Arabia tourist visas to be extended for three months
Tourist visas to be extended automatically free of charge for three months
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China, setting the stage for the U.S. to withdraw the former British colony's preferential trade and financial status it has enjoyed since it reverted to Chinese rule 23 years ago.
Twenty New Community COVID-19 Cases Reported
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department (PHD) reports 20 new COVID-19 cases reaching a total of 1,624 during a press conference Wednesday.
Police arrest dismissed soldier, another for 'smuggling' 1,200kgs of Marijuana - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics
The Police in Lagos on Wednesday arrested a dismissed soldier identified as Okoliko Andrew and one Idowu Adebayo for allegedly smuggling
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No fewer than seven persons on Wednesday died an auto accident in Kwara state.The accident happened at Lumoh village along the Olooru/Bode
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Lauren Goodger 'breaks lockdown rules' to attend party but then 'pretends she wasn't there'
Lauren Goodger was pictured at her friend's son's birthday party but then pretended she wasn't there, it's claimed
43-yr-old cleaner dies in ‘elevator mishap’ at hospital; probe on
According to police, hospital officials suspect Waghela either tried peeping out or spitting out tobacco from the window when her hair got entangled between the lift and the shaft.
Cop discharged from hospital, says had backing of both families: at home and in khaki
The officer was received with a shower of flower petals on the premises of his police station in a brief ceremony before he went home to complete self quarantine for next 14 days.
India lockdown diary, Day 64: Kerala village uses umbrella to combat covid; Techie on mission to find jobs for migrants, and more
Here’s a curated list of some interesting stories from across the country on Day 64 of lockdown.
India Coronavirus Update, 27 May: Over 1.5 lakh cases; Maharashtra sees highest Covid-19 death toll in single day
Coronavirus (Covid-19) India Latest Update, 27 May: India currently has 1.5 lakh cases with 4,337 deaths. Maharashtra, the worst affected state, has been showing a slight decline in the number of new cases reported in the last two days.
Pakistan Considers Reimposing Lockdown After Eid Celebrations
Pakistan may be forced to reinstate a coronavirus lockdown amid a surge in new cases following the end of the Eid al-Fitr.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer Not Reporting COVID-19 Nursing Home Deaths
Michigan is now the only state among 19 states with over 900 COVID-19 deaths not reporting the number of those deaths from nursing homes.
Twitter Lets Verified Users Spread Fake Pic, Link MN Cop to Racist Slogan
Twitter is allowing verified accounts to post a photo falsely linking a Minneapolis police officer with a man wearing a "Make Whites Great Again" baseball hat.
Fear Engulfs City Hall After Officer Tests Positive For COVID-19
Fear has engulfed City Hall after an officer in the procurement department tested positive for Coronavirus.At least 10 officers have been urged to test for the virus and isolate following the posi
Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman
The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims
I would have liked more female representation at press conferences, PM says
The Government has been criticised for the lack of women fronting the briefings – with Priti Patel the only female Cabinet minister to have appeared.
Coronavirus has ‘undeniably’ diverted attention from Brexit – senior official
Andrew McCormick, Stormont’s Director General of International Relations, said preparedness on EU exit needs to be ‘dealt with urgently’.
COVID-19: FG suspends evacuation of Nigerians abroad
Sodiq Oyeleke Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, says the Federal Government has temporarily suspended the evacuation of Nigerians abroad. He said suspending the evacuation was to...
George Floyd: Charge policemen with murder – Family of black man killed in US
The family of George Floyd, a black man who died while a police officer pinned his neck with a knee, wants the four Minneapolis police officers involved charged with murder. According to CNN, th...
Rosenstein to testify as part of Graham's Russia investigation probe
Former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will testify next week as part of the Senate Judiciary Committee's probe into the origins of the FBI's Russia investigation, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.)
Biden calls for DOJ Civil Rights Division to investigate George Floyd's death
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden on Wednesday called on the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division to investigate the death of George Floyd, the unarmed black man who was
House FISA bill suddenly on life support
A bill to reauthorize three expired surveillance programs is in jeopardy, with President Trump urging Republicans to oppose it and progressives raising concerns about a key amendment.
Trump offers to mediate between India and China
PTI Washington In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to “mediate or arbitrate” the raging border dispute between India an
Withdraw notification on PWD contractors: GFP
NT NETWORK Panaji The Goa Forward Party has demanded that the government immediately withdraw its recent notification as issued through the office of the
Centre may extend lockdown after May 31
Agencies New Delhi The central government is likely to extend the lockdown in some form by another two weeks after May 31 to stop the spread of coronaviru
Sawant writes to Centre on Goans stuck abroad
NT NETWORK Panaji The state government has written to the Union civil aviation ministry and the ministry of external affairs requesting them to arrange sp
COVID negative certificate must for people coming to Goa
NT NETWORK Panaji The state government on Wednesday modified its standard operating procedure for the people entering the state, making it mandatory
SANDF probe clears soldiers of killing Collins Khosa, saying he was only 'pushed and clapped'
An SA National Defence Force inquiry has found soldiers, who are accused of killing Alexandra resident Collins Khosa, cannot be held liable for this death as there is no link between the injuries he sustained due to their actions and him dying.
Covid-19: Dis-Chem at Ballito mall shuts down after staff member tests positive
The Dis-Chem pharmacy at the Ballito Junction mall has been shut down after a member of staff tested positive for Covid-19.
Some hairdressers 'living hand to mouth', court hears in bid to reopen salons
Some hairdressers are living hand to mouth and are pleading for the ability to earn an income, the Western Cape High Court heard in an urgent court application.
FG to release guidelines on school reopening - Boss Mustapha
Following lockdown of schools due to covid-19, FG has disclosed that it would soon roll out course of action for the reopening of these learning institutions.
Coalition of unions call on KZN teachers to not go back to school yet
The unions said their representatives 'confirm unanimously that not all schools have received the agreed upon PPEs, sanitisation and disinfecting materials'.
DA retrenches staff but denies it has money trouble
Shortly after the elections last year, the party retrenched 51 employees after a poor performance at the polls.
May 27: Emmanuel urges Akwa Ibom children to remain focused on education
Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom state has felicitated with the children on the celebration of the 2020 Children day, urging them to...
Court remands mother who allegedly drowned baby, orders psychiatric evaluation
An Igbosere Magistrates’ Court in Lagos on Wednesday ordered that a 22-year-old woman, Oluwafunmilola Adisa, be remande
Police arraigns notorious cultists over murder, arson, malicious damage in Osun
Osun State Police Command on Wednesday arrainged some of the notorious 'Apete Isagba' cult members terrorising Ede town...
Gov. Sule innaugutes 2000 capacity JAMB CBT Centre in Nasarawa
Nasarawa State Governo, Abdullahi Sule Wednesday innaugurated a 2000 capacity JAMB CBT centre in Lafia the state capital as part of ...
9 deaths reported on board migrant trains since Monday, Railways says most had underlying conditions
Nine passengers have been found dead in ‘Shramik Special’ trains since Monday and they included a woman whose toddler son was seen trying to wake her up in a heart wrenching scene at a railway platform in Bihar.
Fauci: Too Soon To Guarantee Political Conventions In August
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, advised a “wait and see” approach for now on whether it...
No new reports of fighting despite Afghan ceasefire ending
Appeals for the Taliban to extend a ceasefire with Afghan forces went unanswered Wednesday, but there were no reports of major violence and the militants said they would release some government prisoners.
MP: Newly-married couple, 100 others quarantined as kin who attended wedding test corona positive
The kin of the couple, a CISF jawan, had also stayed at his native place in the Junnardeo area of Chhindwara and then visited some relatives before his test results came.
Why only one flight to TN so far, ask desperate Tamils stranded in the UK
More than 300 Tamils stranded in the UK are trying to get back. They have written numerous petitions and even protested outside the Indian High Commission in London but there has been no response.
Andhra High Court Initiates Contempt Proceedings Against YSR Congress MP, 48 Others For Threatening Judges
A series of verdicts, apparently against political vested interests, have irked AP ruling party leaders.
As China Seeks Support On Hong Kong, India Has The Opportunity To Revive Relations On New Terms
Any serious observer of India-China relations would first point out the lack of reciprocity in it.
Like Scindia, Rae Bareli Congress MLA Aditi Singh Too Removes ‘Congress’ From Her Twitter Bio
Just before switching over to the BJP, Scindia had also dropped INC from his profile on social media.
Trump tweet throws House surveillance debate into chaos
“I hope all Republican House Members vote NO on FISA,” the president wrote.
Broxtowe MP breaks silence over Dominic Cummings, saying he ‘didn’t breach lockdown guidelines’
However he said he wouldn't have personally taken the trip to Barnard Castle
Two low pressure areas developing over Arabian Sea
Public Authority of Civil Aviation has issued a weather bulletin on the weather over the Arabian Sea.
Ontario to make long-term care announcement after 'horrific' military report
TORONTO — Premier Doug Ford is set to make an announcement related to long-term care today, a day after a military report revealed allegations about five homes that the premier has called "horrific.
Five Arrested In Northland Meth Operation
Northland Police have arrested five people as part of an ongoing operation targeting the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine in the region.
Mercury Bay Community Board Meet To Discuss Changes To Speed Limits For Joan Gaskell Drive And More
Our Mercury Bay Community Board met today.
Netanyahu's attorneys: Investigate police who threatened PM - Inside Israel
Attorneys for PM file complaint after anonymous police officials say Netanyahu will not receive favored treatment in future invetigation.
Worst attack in years: Locusts reach major parts of India, damage crops
Locusts swarms entered major districts of India and could head towards Maharashtra's districts damages crops, the worst attack in 26 years.
Trump threatens social media shutdown amid checks from Twitter
The tension between social networking platform, Twitter, and Donald Trump, escalated on Wednesday when Mr Trump reacted angrily to a fact-check
COVID-19: Nigeria considers morning, afternoon classes for schools resumption
The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has said it will soon release guidelines for the reopening of schools across the country.
More False Mail-In Ballot Claims from Trump
California will send every registered voter in the state a mail-in ballot for the November general election. But President Donald Trump falsely said, on Twitter and at the White House, that the ballots would go to "anyone living in the state, no matter who they are or how they got there" and "people that aren’t citizens."
Emotional Scots mum thanks schoolmates for rallying around 5-year-old battling rare cancer
Ace Ward has no immune system and almost died after catching a cold last week.
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests ...
Huawei Meng's US extradition case hinges on key ruling in Canada on Wednesday
A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on a key aspect of Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the United ...
Huawei CFO Meng loses key court argument in fight against extradition to United States
A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on a key aspect of Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the United ...
Huawei CFO Meng loses key court fight against extradition to United States
Huawei Technologies Co's Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou was dealt a setback by a Canadian court on Wednesday as she tries to avoid ...
Reducing migrant worker population will affect Singapore's competitive edge, lead to higher costs: Industry groups
SINGAPORE: A reduction in the number of foreign workers in Singapore would have multiple implications on the economy and businesses, and also have ...
Stranded overseas, Chinese vent anger on aviation regulator
Chinese citizens, stranded abroad after the coronavirus pandemic caused thousands of flight cancellations, are taking their anger out on China's ...
'Tone deaf' for council to spend $95,000 on social media coordinator hire as thousands out of work: councillor
A city councillor is wondering why Vancouver is cutting an expected funding boost in street cleaning to, instead, spend $95,000 dollars hiring someone to handle social media in the city manager's office
Iran's Rohani Calls For Stricter Laws On 'Honor Killings' After Beheading Of 13-Year-Old Girl
Iranian President Hassan Rohani has called for harsher laws to tackle so-called "honor killings" after the particularly shocking slaying of a teenage girl, allegedly by her father, prompted a nationwide outcry.
Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh to announce decision on lifting of extension of lockdown on May 30
Punjab had 2,106 COVID-19 cases, including 1,918 cured/discharged and 40 deaths.
Twitter tried to correct Trump's falsehoods about vote by mail, but the platform's first fact-check on the president's tweets was itself misleading
The confusing and misleading parts of their fact-check show the difficulty that accompanies social media platforms acting as fact-checkers, too.
White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany, who has promoted conspiracy theories about mail-in-voting fraud, voted by mail 11 times over the past 10 years
Like his press secretary, Trump also votes by mail in Florida, despite his false claims about fraud.
Hong Kong's autonomy from China gone: Pompeo
China News: The United States on Wednesday revoked Hong Kong's special status under US law, paving the way to strip trading privileges for the financial hub as W
Nepal's proposal to validate new map delayed
South Asia News: The Nepal government's proposal for a Constitutional amendment to revise Nepal's map in the national emblem has run into rough weather despite PM K P
Assam flood situation worsens; 1 dead, nearly 3 lakh affected in 11 districts
India News: The flood situation in Assam worsened on Wednesday with one person losing his life and nearly three lakh people suffering in the deluge across 11 dist
Group of NY Pastors Rally in Preparation to Reopen on Sunday
Seventy pastors assembled at Old Time Baptist Church in Hamburg,
Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman
The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims
I would have liked more female representation at press conferences, PM says
The Government has been criticised for the lack of women fronting the briefings – with Priti Patel the only female Cabinet minister to have appeared.
Coronavirus has ‘undeniably’ diverted attention from Brexit – senior official
Andrew McCormick, Stormont’s Director General of International Relations, said preparedness on EU exit needs to be ‘dealt with urgently’.
Mumbai to add 40 ICU beds at Worli jumbo facility as covid-19 tally rises to 34,018
Presently, there are over 1,000 isolation beds at the BKC Modular Hospital, while the Racecourse Modular Hospital at Mahalaxmi has 300 beds and 650 beds are operational at NSCI dome in Worli
Karnataka to have a state health registry, pilot project from Chikkaballapura
'A first of its kind initiative 'State Health Register' will be a robust and standardized health repository of all citizens,' Karnataka’s Medical Education Minister K.Sudhakar said in a statement.
Mumbai Police's 'gag order' challenged in Bombay High Court
The political scene in Maharashtra is hot after a BJP leaders demanded imposition of the President's rule in the state citing the present government's failure in handling the coronavirus situation
Delhi border mess is an early warning sign for all cities
Districts adjoining NCR have reduced access to prevent covid.While the exact scale of Delhi’s border woes may not have been quantified before, the issue has drawn the attention of everyone from the high court to the Supreme Court
Belgium, France arrest dozens over UK migrant truck deaths
Police in Belgium and France have arrested 26 suspected people smugglers over the death of 39 Vietnamese migrants in a refrigerated truck in the United Kingdom last year.
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors in early June
More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to re
Two students from Telangana killed in road accident
‘They were going to Srikakulam from Bhupalpally on a bike’
CPI urges CM to stop coal block privatisation
The Communist Party of India (CPI) has requested Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao to prevent the attempts of the Centre to privatise 11 coal blocks of Singareni Collieries, as part of its stimulus
Locust threat is bigger this year, warns Agriculture Ministry monitor
A huge challenge is likely to emerge when the swarms flying over 20 districts in Rajasthan start breeding.
3-year-old falls into borewell even as mother watches
Incident happens within half an hour after it was dug
Karnataka HC issues SOP for partially resuming courts
The High Court of Karnataka has issued Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the High Court and the district courts for resuming partial functioning of the courts across the State from June 1.While t
Assess capacity of COVID-19 helplines: HC to govts.
Court takes notice of video showing man struggling to get help for his mother
Govt. warns schools still not teaching Kannada
Every student studying in State must learn the language: Suresh Kumar
Unorganised workers likely to be brought under special package
‘Govt. largesse has given a boost to the morale of those hit by lockdown’
‘Abide by HC direction on migrant crisis’
Medchal collective seeks State govt’s intervention to ensure their safe travel
T.K. Jose to be State’s new Home Secretary
The State government goes in for major bureaucratic reshuffle
CM to chair meeting with Collectors on Friday
Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami is scheduled to chair a videoconference meeting with all District Collectors on Friday.On Saturday, he is scheduled to hold a meeting with public health and medi
Coronavirus lockdown | Migrant workers returning to Bihar jump off trains to flee isolation
Most of those returning to Bihar want the government to allow them to isolate themselves at home
Only quality education will help eradicate poverty, says CM
‘Substantial funds being allocated to the sector to help children derive maximum benefit’
NHRC notice to U.P. over man’s death
19-year-old dies of starvation after walking for six days from Ludhiana
Recovered patients more than active cases in Odisha
The people who have recovered from COVID-19 outnumbered the active patients in Odisha for the first time on Wednesday. The State’s recovery rate crossed 50%-mark when 79 more persons were discharged f
Rise in fake posts spreading COVID-based canards: CM
Fake social media posts targeting individuals in the name of having contracted COVID-19 is on the rise, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said on Wednesday.In Alappuzha, a set of miscreants attempted to
Resume physical courts from June 1, Bar Council urges CJI
‘Only a handful of advocates benefits from virtual court system’
Villagers evacuated as gas leaks from borewell in West Godavari
Tension prevailed at Vemavaram village in Achanta mandal of West Godavari district when gas leaked from a borewell on Wednesday.Repair works were under way at the brorewell when the gas leaked and the
Kerala carrying out maintenance work in Siruvani Reservoir
City’s water supply not to be affected
Leo Puriset to join JP Morgan
Leo Puri, the former MD and CEO of UTI Mutual Fund, will take charge as the chairman of JP Morgan, South and Southeast Asia after Kalpana Morparia retires in 2021.“[Ms.] Morparia, chairman, south and
State stepping up tests to 3,000 daily
It now has the infrastructure and paraphernalia to do up to 5,000 tests a day
Visakhapatnam gas leak: South Korean expert drops plan to leave the country
A South Korean expert who had come to the city to probe the styrene vapour leak from the LG Polymers plant, dropped his plan to leave the country in the last minute, on Wednesday. Also read: HC orders
PU evaluation work inMangaluru from today
Govt. agrees to provide transport and food to evaluators
BJP, JSP launch ‘Vizagnot for sale’ campaign
‘It is imprudent to sell away prime land for doling out freebies’
Rajapaksa’s office responds to report
Responding to the report ‘Sri Lanka will not tolerate targeting of war heroes: Gotabaya Rajapaksa' published on May 20 in The Hindu, the office of the President of Sri Lanka, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, h
Probe into complaints by patients ordered
Deputy Commissioner S.B. Bommanahalli has ordered an inquiry into complaints by some persons isolated in the district designated COVID-19 hospital and other quarantine centres. The primary complaint w
All shops, barring malls, to be open from today
Opening of shops on alternate days has only led to more crowding: govt.
‘Evergreen Chamarajanagar’ initiative keeps district free of COVID-19
Initiative vests the public with responsibility to ensure social distancing, hygiene
Hong Kong body will play an advisory role: China’s political advisory body
The city’s government will retain enforcement powers, says key Chinese official.
Revolutionary changes made in A.P.’s education sector: Minister
Welfare schemes will help underprivileged students chase their dreams, he says
TSRTC buses exempted from night curfew
As officials point out to low occupancy, KCR relaxes restrictions to the State-run service
Emily Maitlis’ Newsnight opener on Dominic Cummings breached BBC’s 'impartiality guidelines'
The Newsnight episode began with a discussion on the Dominic Cummings row after his movements during April's lockdown were revealed
A young motorcyclist has died in a serious crash on the M62 near Salford
The man, thought to be in his twenties, sadly died at the scene
How schools will look when they reopen with parents dropping kids off in 'pens'
Schools in Gloucestershire have outlined the steps they're taking as headteachers and staff work out ways of bringing back Year 1 and Year 6 pupils from Monday as lockdown restrictions are eased
Child's body pulled from river close to where missing toddlers last seen holding hands
The body of a child has been recovered from a river in Tulsa in Oklahoma, but has not yet been identified. Fears are growing it may be linked to missing toddlers Miracle and Tony Crook who police believe may have come to harm
Boris Johnson says 'air bridges' could remove need to quarantine by end of June
The Prime Minister suggested that "air bridges" could allow people to return to the UK from some countries from the end of next month without needing to quarantine
BMW set on fire in suspected arson
Police are appealing for information after a BMW was set on fire in a suspected arson.
Uncertainty over next chairman as ICC denies T20 World Cup is postponed
Shashank Manohar is prepared to stay on as International Cricket Council chairman to oversee a "smooth transition" to a new leader.
All three Detroit automakers have had workers test positive for COVID-19 since plants reopened
The U.S. auto industry reopened many plants last week after a two-month shutdown due to the global pandemic
"Unprecedented move": Russia envoy to OSCE trying to interrupt Ukrainian speech on Crimea
Unfortunately, Ukraine's dialogue with Russia has turned into a monologue, a Ukrainian MP said earlier.
PM Boris grilled on adviser row but won’t budge
Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced forensic questions on the conduct of his controversial chief adviser Dominic Cummings from members of the Liaison Committee of the House of Commons on Wednesday.
Trump, Biden take on each other over the issue of wearing face mask
US President Trump has been refusing to appear in public wearing a face mask even as his country accounts for the highest number of Covid-19 deaths in the world.
Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy
Republicans warned on Wednesday that legislation passed by the Democratic-controlled U.S. House of Representatives during the coronavirus pandemic may not become law if lawmakers are allowed to cast votes remotely under a new voting system. A day after filing a federal lawsuit to overturn rules allowing
Bipartisan opposition leaves surveillance bill in doubt
Legislation extending surveillance authorities that the FBI sees as vital in fighting terrorism was thrown into doubt as President Donald Trump threatened a veto and Republican leaders and top liberal Democrats said they would oppose it. House Democratic leaders abruptly adjourned without considering
The Republican Lawmakers Calling Out Trump on His Scarborough Murder Insanity
While President Donald Trump’s allies largely stood silent as the president continues to push baseless murder conspiracies against Morning Joe host Joe Scarborough, several Republican lawmakers have sounded off and called out the president for peddling the lies.Over the past several weeks, the president
This casino owner is giving away 1,000 free flights to Las Vegas
The flights to Las Vegas are available on a first-come, first-served basis online. Travelers must pay for return flights, hotels and other trip costs.
Donald Trump calls reporter who wore face mask to ask question 'politically correct'
Donald Trump has called a reporter who insisted on wearing a face mask while asking a question “politically correct” as his clash with Joe Biden over whether to wear one escalated. The US president denied he was mocking Mr Biden, the likely Democratic presidential nominee, for wearing a mask at a recent
Locust Menace: UP, Maharashtra, Punjab on High Alert; Centre Steps up Efforts; Drones to be Deployed Soon
As per updates, about 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now.
Spain falls silent at start of 10-day mourning for COVID-19 victims
27,000 people have died as a result of the pandemic.
Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman
The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims
Author and anchor Emily Maitlis has become Newsnight’s most recognisable face
She has served as a political editor and presenter on the BBC programme.
I would have liked more female representation at press conferences, PM says
The Government has been criticised for the lack of women fronting the briefings – with Priti Patel the only female Cabinet minister to have appeared.
Coronavirus has ‘undeniably’ diverted attention from Brexit – senior official
Andrew McCormick, Stormont’s Director General of International Relations, said preparedness on EU exit needs to be ‘dealt with urgently’.
Huge Washington state unemployment fraud a warning to other states amid coronavirus pandemic
Washington's race to help newly laid-off residents as the coronavirus pandemic ravaged the economy left it vulnerable to such scams, and last week officials hinted at the scope of the damage done: hundreds of millions of dollars paid out in fake claims.
Lisa Boothe: Dems want to shut down Trump's 'unfiltered access' to voters on Twitter
Democrats want President Trump's enormous and "unfiltered" Twitter access shut down because it has been an extremely effective campaign tool for him over the past four years, Fox News contributor Lisa Boothe asserted Wednesday.
Biden says officers must be held ‘fully accountable’ in George Floyd’s death
Former Vice President Joe Biden on Wednesday insisted that the police officers involved in the case of a black man in Minnesota who died after being pinned to the ground with a knee to his throat need to be held “fully accountable.”
Memorial Day weekend crowds, rain-soaked Missouri river results in 23 rescues, 1 drowning death
The city of Noel Fire Department said on Facebook that a total of 23 river rescues were made over the three-day weekend, including 21 on Saturday alone.
Cities being “hung out to dry” on COVID-19 funding
What's the holdup? The issue has become “a jurisdictional hot potato" says the union representing Canada's municipal employees
Govt says lockdown period used to ramp up health infrastructure required for COVID-19 management
As of May 27, 930 dedicated COVID-19 hospitals with 1,58,747 Isolation beds, 20,355 ICU beds and 69,076 oxygen supported beds are available in the country, the government said.
CAN, NSCIA submit guidelines for reopening of worship places to PTF
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) have submitted their various guidelines for the reopening of worship places to the Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19.
Fg unveils measures for reopening of schools
The Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19 (PTF) has assured Nigerian children that all hands are on deck to reopen the schools at a safe time and urged States, local governments, proprietors and other stakeholders to begin to take steps that will facilitate an early and safe reopening.
Nursing homes risk 'was low' if guidance was adhered to - report
A Department of Health report examining the spread of Covid-19 through Ireland's nursing homes says the risk of the disease getting in "would have been low"...
Ryan "not obsessed" with leadership amid Green Party challenge
Eamon Ryan has said he will be happy to work with Catherine Martin if she takes his leadership of...
Opposition frustrated as they thought Yogi government would fail on coronavirus: Dinesh Sharma
They thought the UP government would fail on the coronavirus situation and they would get a chance politically. But they are frustrated as the coronavirus cases are under control — in fact, our mortality rate is among the lowest at 2.5%, we have done maximum quarantine of people and are doing over 10,000 tests daily,” Sharma said.
Steve Bannon wins case to set up political academy in Italy
ROME – Steve Bannon, the former adviser to US President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy’s culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political
New Jersey judge who told rape victim to ‘close your legs’ loses job
TRENTON, NJ — A judge who suggested that a woman seeking a restraining order could “close your legs” to prevent a sexual assault was removed from the bench Tuesday by the New Jersey Supreme
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill
Hong Kong police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial center on Wednesday and arrested about 240 people as national security legislation proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.
You could get a call from 9am telling you to isolate for 14 days
The self isolation request could become mandatory if not obeyed.
CPPCC holds closing meeting of annual session, receives 5,488 proposals from advisors
The closing meeting of the third session of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), China's top political advisory body, was held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Wednesday, after completing all the items on its agenda.
China praises Russian FM comments slamming US over interference in HK
China totally agrees with and speaks highly of Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's comments that Hong Kong affairs are China's domestic issue, and the US response to the proposed national security law on Hong Kong exposes its sense of superiority, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said at a press conference on Wednesday.
Trump offers to mediate India-China border dispute
The US president had also once offered to “help” in the disputed region of Kashmir, triggering a political storm in India
Mayor Calls for Criminal Case Against Cop Who Kneeled on George Floyd’s Neck; All Officers Involved Identified
Public pressure builds on the now-former police officers linked to the death of George Floyd. In a speech addressed to Hennepin County Attorney Michael Freeman, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called for charges against the cop seen on video forcing a knee on Floyd's neck.
Two women arrested in N.B. after 53 firearms, large quantity of drugs seized
Two women have been arrested in New Brunswick after police seized dozens of firearms and drugs in connection with an ongoing investigation.
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc for the first time added a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president's claims.
U.S. won't certify Hong Kong's autonomy from China, jeopardizing trade status
May 27 (UPI) -- Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday he has officially notified Congress that Hong Kong is in effect no longer autonomous from mainland China.
Police want to trace this man after bag snatch at Yardley bus stop
West Midlands Police has issued an appeal to trace the man following the incident which took place on May 5, at 1.20pm
Saudi-led coalition says it downs Houthi drones launched at Najran
DUBAI (Reuters) - The Saudi-led coalition engaged in Yemen said its forces intercepted and downed drones launched by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement towards the Saudi border city of Najran on Wednesday in the first such incident since late March.
France says resumed Brexit talks going badly
PARIS (Reuters) - French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said on Wednesday that Brexit talks, which have resumed following an interruption caused by the coronavirus crisis, were not going well.
Zimbabwe's coronavirus cases double in a day to 132: government
HARARE (Reuters) - The number of coronavirus cases in Zimbabwe has more than doubled to 132 over the past 24 hours, a government spokesman said on Wednesday.
40 villagers killed in massacre in northeast Congo
Suspected Islamist militants have killed at least 40 people in northeastern Congo, a rights group said on Wednesday, the latest in a wave of attacks against civilians in the mountainous jungles near the Ugandan border. Fighters from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) group, which was driven out of Uganda in…
Pakistan won’t support any move where IPL is given preference over T20 World Cup, says PCB official
International Cricket Council meetings will begin on Thursday to discuss the fate of the T20 World Cup.
KSA lifts ban on private-sector workplace attendance
Riyadh – Mubasher: The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has lifted the ban on workplace attendance in the private sector after the GCC nation’s coronavirus (COVID-19) tally recorded 78,541. In addition, government employees …
Mohave County reports first COVID-19 case in jail system
Mohave County officials say they have confirmed the first known case of coronavirus within the county's detention center system.
Edmonds man, 22, dies after falling from Little Mount Si climbing area near North Bend
The man was in a designated climbing area with a friend when he slipped and fell, landing on one of the trails below, said a sheriff's spokesman.
Military virus aid could look different if 2nd wave hits
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Mark Esper said that as the U.S. military prepares for another potential wave of the coronavirus, it may do things a bit differently, providing more...
Newsnight's Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says
The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded' of the corporation's impartiality rules.
Stormont must ask British government for Brexit extension, says Nichola Mallon
The Stormont executive must ask the British Government to extend the Brexit transition period, a minister has said.
CNN Is Picking Ratings Over Ethics
Instead of pressing New York Governor Andrew Cuomo for answers, the cable network had his younger sibling ask him questions.
Eskom sees lower risk of power cuts during winter
Load shedding at Stage 1 only, and for just three days.
Mary-Kate Olsen's estranged husband Olivier Sarkozy moved ex-wife Charlotte and their kids into Hamptons home to keep them 'safe from COVID'
During his breakup from his his wife Mary-Kate Olsen this April, Olivier Sarkozy allegedly moved his ex-wife Charlotte Bernard and their children into their home in the Hamptons.
New Star Wars game show for kids hits the web on June 3
The weekly show tests kids on their Star Wars knowledge to see who's capable of being a Jedi Knight.
India to start Australia Test series on December 3, no quarantine hub: Australian media reports
According to the SMH, "CA will on Friday announce the international schedule for the 2020-21 season, which will feature as many as five international men's sides, though this will be subject to change due to the global health crisis."
PGCIL Recruitment 2020: Jobs alert for Power Grid Corporation vacancies; check application details
PGCIL or Power Grid Corporation of India Limited is a Maharatna company which falls under the Ministry of Power, Government of India.
IOCL Recruitment through GATE 2020: Applications invited for various posts; here’s how candidates can apply
The vacancies have been listed for the recruitment to several posts of Engineers/Officers and Graduate Apprentice Engineer.
Pending Class 10, 12 Board exams: Students who moved to a different place can appear there, says HRD Minister
Pending Class 10 & 12 Board exams: The CBSE will issue a notification to clear out the modalities for registration for such requests, Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' said.
China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese envoy
Without referring to the military standoff, Sun said both the sides should resolve their differences through communication and adhere to the basic premise that they pose no threat to each other.
Uttarkhand wildfire: Sporadic forest fires trigger trending hashtag on social media
Uttarakhand forest fire has come in as a fresh bad news, a trend in the year 2020 which is already hit hard by the Coronavirus pandemic.
Boris Johnson's liaison committee appearance: what did we learn?
Prime minister refuses to order investigation of chief aide or discuss which media coverage has been ‘false’
Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China
Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.
'Why Savarkar?': Naming of flyover in Bengaluru sparks political row
Siddaramaiah, former chief minister and leader of the Opposition, said the move to name the flyover after Savarkar was an insult to the freedom fighters
Alleged Footage of Roadside Bomb Blast in Syria Emerges Online
Soldiers from a Turkish military convoy reportedly wounded
9 deaths reported on board migrant trains since Monday; Railways says most had underlying conditions
While a few deaths on board the non-air conditioned trains were also reported earlier after they were launched on May 1 to ferry migrant labourers to their home states, the Railways on Wednesday said most of the deceased had pre-existing health conditions.
Sri Lankan leader representing people of Indian origin passes away
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Over 16,000 virus tests conducted daily, will ramp up capacity: Ashok Gehlot
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India: CBSE students can give exams in home states
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FG dismisses claim of schools resuming on June 8
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Juvenile Arrested for Arson After Church Fire
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Kano abolishes Almajiri system - The Nation Nigeria
Kano Governor Abdullahi Ganduje on Wednesday formerly announced abolishment of traditional Almajiri system of education in the state.
PTF team reports low testing capacity, inadequate personnel in Cross River - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics
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Ekiti PDP accuses Fayemi of selling Abuja Governor's Lodge
The Ekiti State chapter of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Governor Kayode Fayemi of selling the state Governor's Lodge in Abuja.
UGC drops online content fee proposal
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Not wearing masks, spitting in public places to invite Rs 500 fine: Vij
One of the senior most BJP leaders in Haryana, Vij, who also completed his three decades in active politics after getting elected as an MLA on May 27, 1990 for the first time during a bypoll, was interacting with the media persons here.
Sreelekha, Kerala’s first woman DGP, to head Fire & Rescue Services Department
Sreelekha is at present the Transport Commissioner.
Why is migrant exodus giving Punjab industry the jitters?
According to rough industry estimates, 80 per cent of Punjab's industry is dependent on migrant workforce. This trend of employing workers, mainly from UP and Bihar, started in way back 70s
Punjab decides to hike MBBS fee in govt, private colleges
With the massive surge in the price index in the years thereafter, these colleges are facing fiscal problems and are unable to meet the norms of Medical Council of India, thus necessitating a fee hike
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Twitter Fact Checks President Trump - But Not Communist China
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Nolte: That Time Team Obama Accused Romney of Killing a Woman
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White House letter doesn’t explain why Trump fired watchdogs | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
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PM signals ‘air bridges’ between countries could be introduced
The UK is to impose a 14-day quarantine requirement for anyone arriving in the country from June 8, but the rules will be reviewed every three weeks.
ICYMI: Pirates ambush police escorts, kidnap two in Rivers
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Nancy Pelosi's coronavirus aid bill pushes illegal immigration agenda
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Cuomo describes productive discussion with Trump on infrastructure
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Huawei CFO Faces an Uphill Battle Against Extradition to the U.S as a Canadian Court Delivers an Adverse Ruling
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Family demands murder charges after police killing of handcuffed African American
The family of an African American man killed by Minneapolis police while handcuffed in custody demanded Wednesday that the officers be charged with murder.
Western Cape records 1 010 Covid-19 cases among public health workers - department
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PDP reacts to hostilities between President Buhari's cabinet members
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Amaechi, best transportation minister in Nigeria’s history- El-Rufai
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EXCLUSIVE: Tourists could remain banned from the Scottish islands for several months
A ban on tourists using ferries to travel to the Scottish islands for holidays could remain in place for several months, it has emerged.
Two SpiceJet passengers test positive for Covid-19, crew quarantined
The operating crew has been quarantined and SpiceJet is coordinating with government agencies in notifying other passengers who had travelled with them.
Mumbai: 25 rescued after fire breaks at Hotel Fortune on Marine Lines
A fire broke out at a hotel in Mumbai late on Wednesday night. The fire was reported at Hotel Fortune which is located in Dhobi Talao neighbourhood of Marine Lines. According to latest updates, at ;east 25 people have been rescued.
India-China border standoff: Chinese govt waves white flag, stresses on dialogue as Trump offers to mediate
On Wednesday, the India-China border standoff seemed to de-escalate as China took an apparently conciliatory tone by saying that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable." Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump offered to mediate.
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Virginia man on FBI 'Most Wanted Terrorists' list indicted in federal court
A Virginia man who fled the United States eight years ago has been indicted for providing support to the al Shabab terrorist group in Somalia.
Steve Bannon scores win in Italian court over political academy
President Trump’s former adviser Steve Bannon won a legal battle to form a Catholic, populist political academy in an 800-year-old monastery south of Rome.
Rajasthan takes action against 1300 for violating quarantine norms
Of the 1,306 people who breached the regulations, 604 were sent to institutional-quarantine from home-quarantine, while 702 were either served with notices, penalties or were booked.
Viral photos of Uttarakhand forest fire on social media 'mostly fake': Govt
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EU reactions to Commission 750 bln euro coronavirus recovery scheme
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One dead as flood situation in Assam worsens; around 2.72 lakh people affected across 11 districts, says state disaster management authority
At present, around 2.72 lakh persons are affected due to flood in Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Hojai, Darrang, Barpeta, Nalbari, Goalpara, West Karbi Anglong, Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts of Assam, it said.
After Rajasthan and MP, locusts reach Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi, damage crops in Maharashtra's Nagpur; Punjab issues alert
A locust swarm reached Jhansi district on Wednesday, an Uttar Pradesh official said. Other districts in the region are also on alert.
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The centre would be better off not devising any policies based on these numbers.
Assam Chief Minister Makes COVID-19 Norms Mandatory In Flood Relief Camps
Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has asked the state administration to impose strict maintenance of COVID-19 protocols in the flood relief camps across the state.
3 Men Thrash Tribal Teen In Front Of Her Father In Gujarat: Police
A 16-year-old tribal girl from a remote village in Gujarat's Chhota Udepur district was allegedly thrashed by three men in the presence of her father and local residents for eloping with a man a few days ago, said police on Wednesday.
Blowout At Oil India Well In Assam, Villagers Shifted To Safety
Residents near an oil well of Oil India Limited in Assam's Tinsukia district had to be evacuated after a "blowout" on Wednesday. The Baghjan 5 well in Upper Assam exploded in a fountain of crude oil after pressure control systems failed.
Migrant Woman Allegedly Bites Maharashtra Cop Who Asked Her To Wear A Mask
A woman migrant worker in Palghar district of Maharashtra attacked a police constable and bit her arm after the latter asked her to wear a mask, an official said on Wednesday.
Rights Panel Notice To UP Government Over Death Of 19-Year-Old Migrant Worker
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sent a notice to the Uttar Pradesh government over reported death of a 19-year-old migrant worker due to hunger in Saharanpur, after he had walked 350 km from Ludhiana on way to his home in the state, officials said on Wednesday.
We lost the war in Afghanistan — time to come home, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
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Most Minnesota law enforcement agencies ban the neck-pinning maneuver used against George Floyd — but it's still allowed in Minneapolis, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, died on Monday after being subdued for eight minutes by an officer who was seen on video kneeling on his neck.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Arrest made in connection with Saturday assault
The victim was treated at the scene for minor injuries
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Govt Undermines Democracy By Pushing 15 Bills In 17 Hours
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Kano's district head of Dambatta, Wada Waziri, is dead
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Putrajaya defends detention of illegal immigrants during COVID-19 pandemic
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Either way, migrants rescue is becoming extremely dangerous for merchant ships
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Man says he broke into San Diego bank just so he could heat up his Hot Pockets
A man who was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a Chollas View bank early Wednesday morning apparently entered the branch just so he can heat up his Hot Pocket sandwiches.
Lindsey Graham Has Named the First Witness in His FISA Abuse Investigation
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham announced Wednesday afternoon former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will be the first witness in the inquiry into FISA abuse, Mueller's Special Counsel investigation and origins of the Russia investigation. He will testify on June 3.
PM signals ‘air bridges’ between countries could be introduced
The UK is to impose a 14-day quarantine requirement for anyone arriving in the country from June 8, but the rules will be reviewed every three weeks.
Longtime Charlotte firefighter accused of stealing hundreds of dollars from Target in Midtown
Charlotte detectives have charged 41-year-old Timothy Ireland with seven counts of misdemeanor larceny.
Two passengers on Ahmedabad-Guwahati SpiceJet flights test Covid-19 positive
Passengers had travelled on SG-8194 (Ahmedabad-Delhi) & SG-8152 (Delhi-Guwahati).'The operating crew has been quarantined and SpiceJet is coordinating with government agencies in notifying other passengers who had travelled with them,' the airline said
Mint Lite | Foreign fund bond holdings at three-year low and other news to know
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Delhi LG Office employee tests positive for Covid-19: Sources
The LG Secretariat spreads to two parts, which includes the bungalow where around 40 officials works.The bungalow where staff members sit is being disinfected by authorities, sources said
‘Chance of locust attack in Tamil Nadu remote’
Despite a ‘remote chance’ of a locust swarm attacking the State, Tamil Nadu government officials have planned a five-point strategy to handle the situation, should the menace touch its borders.Asked a
5 held for murder of rowdy-sheeter
Five persons have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 40-year-old rowdy-sheeter at the quarry centre on the outskirts of Rajamahendravaram in East Godavari district. The five persons have
15 police officers test positive for COVID-19
Police received a jolt of sorts when 15 of their colleagues — 12 in Hyderabad and three in Cyberabad police commissionerate offices tested positive for COVID-19. Hyderabad Police Commissioner Anjani K
E-stamps for judicial uses introduced in Puducherry
The e-stamp system will ensure that only Puducherry court fees stamp papers, printed or issued by the Puducherry government can be used in respect of all original, appellate, revisional, review litigations arising out of the jurisdictional limits of the Union Territory.
Rising tide: On return of protests in Hong Kong
China’s effort to tighten grip on Hong Kong with tough laws may not help its cause
Specify action taken against doctors in Gadwal case: HC
Young mother, along with newborn, died after being turned away by various hospitals
With test results delayed, it is a longer stay at quarantine centre for many
Besides financial implications, they all have complaints about poor facilities
The echo of migrant footfalls and the silence on policy
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Panel defers decision on green pass to LG Polymers
EAC to wait for suo moto action by NGT, cases being heard in High Court and NHRC on gas leak accident
Consider setting up more sites to dump construction waste, NGT tells Chief Secretary
Tribunal against dumping at Bhalswa landfill site as it has crossed its capacity
Will go ahead with English medium: Jagan
The next step is Class 7, says Chief Minister
Himachal BJP chief resigns from post over ‘health scam’
Rajeev Bindal says party has nothing to do with graft case
Sircilla Water Management lessons for IAS trainees at Mussoorie
Trainee IAS officers will learn the water management lessons based on Sircilla experience with the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration in Mussoorie choosing Sircilla Water Managemen
Pay special daily allowance to contractual workers: Bombay HC tells NMMC
Judge says it was unfair of the corporation to differentiate between them and regular employees
Letters to the Editor — May 28, 2020
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The echo of migrant footfalls and the silence on policy
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City sees record 792 new COVID-19 cases
Delhi govt. reports 15 more deaths, taking the total to 303
Police act tough on physical distancing norm violators
20 cases registered during surprise inspection on Wednesday
Gifts from police cheer disheartened migrant families
SP gives children of those in quarantine goodies
Maharashtra Governor modifies law on forest rights
Tribals now have the right to appeal against district level committee decisions; activists fear further delay
Safdarjung Hospital releases list of 52 virus-related deaths
Official figures show only 4 deaths at the hospital till May 13
India should pull out forces from Kalapani: Nepalese Foreign Minister Pradeep Kumar Gyawali
‘We had pressed India for a meeting between the Foreign Secretaries. But that did not happen’
Undertrial found dead in Taloja jail
An undertrial at Taloja jail was found dead in the toilet attached to his cell on Wednesday. Balu Gadsinge (33) was in the jail since 2019 in connection with four separate cases. He was arrested for t
Jaya property dispute far from blowing over
The judgment could end up being the starting point for many more litigations
Coronavirus | Barred floors of city hospital to be used for patients
Supreme Court permits usage since Tamil Nadu government is in need of space
G.R. Chintala is new chairman of NABARD
G.R. Chintala is the new chairman of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). He has served in various capacities in the bank, including as managing director, NABARD Financial
Govt. urged to establish human rights commission
Assurance given to High Court ignored: CPI(M)
e-pass for returnees from enclaves
The government’s portal to issue e-passes to returnees from other States/overseas has now included the listing of the enclaves of Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam paving the way for potential returnees from t
MSMEs in Visakhapatnam get first instalment of pending incentives
AP Chambers lauds Chief Minister’s initiative
Five-month-old baby dies after being given turtle blood as coronavirus 'protection'
The baby girl's parents and her seven-year-old sister are also in hospital after drinking the blood which was reportedly recommended to them by a witch doctor as Covid-19 protection
Eva Simpson: Another senseless death involving police takes its toll on black America
The reality of police brutality in America – it happens time and time again and nothing is ever done about it
First picture of man killed in crash which saw two women arrested for 'kidnap'
Alexander Edney, 44, was a passenger in a Vauxhall Astra when it collided with a Mercedes Sprinter in Peterborough. He died at the scene, before two women were arrested on suspicion of kidnap
Boris Johnson says pubs 'could open faster than previously thought'
The under-fire Prime Minister told MPs today that he was hopeful the hospitality industry could reopen quicker than expected, but did not specify how much faster
Aya Hachem: Innocent law student, 19, 'gunned down in business dispute' court hears
Aya Hachem was out on a shopping trip in Blackburn when she was shot in the chest and died. Six people who were charged with the teenagers murder all appeared at court on Wednesday
The Biggest Threat to a Coronavirus Vaccine Is the American People
The derangements of our current era could threaten the rock-solid legal precedents that provide states with the right to act in the interests of public health.
Trump Russia Probe Congress
Former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will testify next week at a Senate committee hearing on the Justice Department's Russia investigation, the committee chairman said Wednesday. The session Wednesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee is the first in a series of planned oversight hearings
Sudan says three jailed members of ousted Bashir regime have coronavirus
At least three jailed senior members of the toppled regime of former Sudanese leader Omar al-Bashir have the coronavirus, the country's public prosecution service said on Wednesday. The Arab African country, which has reported 4,146 coronavirus cases and 184 deaths, released more than 4,000 prisoners
U.S. no longer considers Hong Kong autonomous from China, Pompeo announces
The U.S. State Department has determined Hong Kong no longer holds autonomy under Chinese rule, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Wednesday."No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said in
Little Kashmir in Telangana: After Four Long Years, Tribal Farmer Harvests Maiden Apple Crop
Even though people laughed at him, he kept on working on his project to grow apples in the arid lands of Telangana.
PM signals ‘air bridges’ between countries could be introduced
The UK is to impose a 14-day quarantine requirement for anyone arriving in the country from June 8, but the rules will be reviewed every three weeks.
Manhunt for fugitive UConn student expands to Maryland after latest gas station sighting
The now six-day manhunt for the University of Connecticut student wanted in connection to two homicides, a home invasion, and a kidnapping widened in Pennsylvania Wednesday after a firefighter spotted a man matching the suspect’s description hiding behind a dumpster at his station house.
Coronavirus-infected man recovers after 50 days on ventilator: report
A British man who reportedly ventilated for 50 days after contracting the novel coronavirus has made a miraculous recovery, according to a report.
Ukrainian woman uses underwear as face mask after service denied at post office: report
A Ukrainian woman has gone viral for removing her panties and wearing them as a face mask after being refused service at a post office, according to a report.
Cal Thomas: Biden wants people to look at his record on race – but they could be in for a surprise
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden told a talk show host recently: “If you have a problem figuring out whether you’re for me or Trump, then you ain’t black.” It was not a one-off remark.
Judge Napolitano: 'Twitter has freedom of speech just like you and I and the president himself'
Fox News senior judicial analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano told “America's Newsroom” Wednesday that President Trump is “right” that social media platforms show bias against conservatives, but added that as a private company, Twitter has the right to control speech on their platform.
Four US policemen fired over death of black man as family demands justice
The four policemen, who caused the death of George Floyd, have been fired as the victim's family call for a murder charge.
Obaseki’s aide: APC aspirant for Edo guber election can’t emerge in Abuja
The Edo state government says it is illegal for the Adams Oshiomhole faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to settle for a candidate for the governorship election. Ize-Iyamu, then
Oshodi-Abule-egba BRT to commence operation in July, says Lagos govt
Lagos State government has said that the Oshodi to Abule Egba Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route have been completed and operation would commence on that route by July 2020.
Government tracks package rollout to gauge impact on ground
Officials said the focus is on implementation of the measures announced in the package before any fresh ones are undertaken. "Focus, right now, is to implement the various elements of the package... A number of them need cabinet approval. So, the process has been set in motion," said one of the officials.
Supreme Court notice on delimitation in Assam
The SC issued notices on a petition which sought to halt the delimitation exercise for assembly and parliamentary seats in Assam. The process has been set in motion by a Presidential notification issued on February 28, 2020.
Video shows man asking black entrepreneurs if they are building tenants
A white man has been captured on viral video questioning a group of black entrepreneurs in a Minneapolis gym about whether they are tenants in the building -- and then threatening to call 911 to
NYPD cop who gunned down ‘best friend’ on Long Island to be freed on bond
The rookie NYPD cop accused of murdering his best friend in Nassau County earlier this month will be released on bond after his lawyer told a judge that he was attacked before opening fire, a
Reopened US car factories see coronavirus cases as production rolls on
In the week since US auto factories reopened after coronavirus lockdowns, workers at all three Detroit automakers have tested positive for COVID-19 but only Ford has temporarily closed plants. The US
New Zealand now has zero coronavirus hospitalizations
New Zealand’s last hospitalized coronavirus patient was discharged Wednesday as the country’s infection rate dipped to below two dozen people, health officials said in reports. The unnamed patient
Mike Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday declared Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China, as intense clashes break out between police and pro-democracy protesters. Pompeo said the Chinese
DeAndre Baker permitted to travel for Giants duties amid armed robbery charges
DeAndre Baker is now permitted to travel outside the state of Florida “for work purposes,” according to a circuit court ruling in Broward County. Baker, the Giants’ 22-year old cornerback,
Wilbur Ross says SpaceX launch makes space ‘new war-fighting domain’
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Wednesday afternoon's launch of SpaceX has huge financial and military implications for the US, including making space the "new war-fighting domain."
Wales warned of 'really rough time' in post-coronavirus recession
'I think what we can probably expect to see in terms of a recovery in Wales is a stop/start recovery which is probably going to take some time'
Detectives closing in on thug who knifed autistic boy in neck
The victim, 17, later told his gran he feared he was about to die
In Rare Decision, Federal Court Refuses to Grant Qualified Immunity to Overzealous Cop
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit refused to grant Clovis, New Mexico police officer Brent Aguilar the controversial shield of qualified immunity after he arrested Jorge Ray Corona for resisting arrest and concealing his identity "after he did not produce identification in response to the officer’s demand for ID."
Britain's Prince Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman
Britain's Prince Andrew has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims
Solihull Moors raise over £25,000 with help of ex-Aston Villa and West Brom stars
Over 50 people took part in the challenge to run or walk 4 miles every 4 hours for 24 hours on Saturday 23rd May 2020
Man left with fractured skull after fight breaks out at Lichfield Walkabout bar
Police have released a picture of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident
Most Minnesota law enforcement agencies ban the neck-pinning maneuver used against George Floyd — but it’s still allowed in Minneapolis
The maneuver police used to restrain George Floyd before his death is no longer allowed in most Minnesota law-enforcement agencies, but in Minneapolis, it’s allowed as a “non-deadly force option” if officers are properly trained.
German minister warns of far-right threat as anti-Semitic crime jumps
BERLIN (Reuters) - The number of anti-Semitic crimes committed in Germany rose last year by 13%, Interior Minster Horst Seehofer said on Wednesday, laying the blame squarely on right-wing radicals.
Father's killing of 14-year-old daughter stirs outrage in Iran
(Reuters) - A father’s brutal killing of his teenage daughter over her relationship with a man has caused widespread anger in Iran, with President Hassan Rouhani urging lawmakers to work quickly on a bill to prevent violence against women.
Sudan says three jailed members of ousted Bashir regime have coronavirus
KHARTOUM (Reuters) - At least three jailed senior members of the toppled regime of former Sudanese leader Omar al-Bashir have the coronavirus, the country’s public prosecution service said on Wednesday.
Exclusive: U.S. preparing criminal indictment against wife of Venezuela's Maduro - sources
CARACAS/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States is preparing to charge the wife of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in coming months with crimes that could include drug trafficking and corruption, four people familiar with the case told Reuters.
Disney to present reopening plan for Walt Disney World
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Walt Disney Co will present its proposal for a phased reopening of its Orlando, Florida, theme parks to a local task force on Wednesday, the company said in a statement.
Putin says worst-case coronavirus scenario in Moscow averted as lockdown unwinds
MOSCOW (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Moscow, the epicentre of Russia’s coronavirus outbreak, had succeeded in preventing what he called worst-case scenarios as the city announced it would ease tough lockdown measures within days.
President Trump calls for expedited investigation into George Floyd's death
Floyd was the black man seen in a viral video pinned down to the ground by an officer of the Minnesota Police Department. Floyd later died.
Man, 90, critically hurt in stabbing at Las Vegas Valley senior home
A 90-year-old man who police say was stabbed Tuesday night by his 86-year-old wife at an assisted living home in the Las Vegas Valley was critically injured in the attack.
Fauci says he wears a mask as a sign of respect, adds it's 'the kind of thing you should be doing'
Dr. Anthony Fauci said in an interview on Wednesday that he believes that wearing a mask during the coronavirus pandemic is a sign of respect to others.
Sonny Quitlong, grocery store and Post Office employee who ‘saw the best in everyone,’ dies of coronavirus
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GeForce Now's new opt-in policy will likely mean a more stable library
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US Denies Reports It Has 'Multiple Patriot Missile Batteries' Deployed Near Massive Syrian Gas Field
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Nicola Sturgeon Confirms 'Public Inquiry' Into Scottish Government's Handling of Coronavirus Crisis
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Bodies of 43 crash victims handed over to families
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Aid delivery systems under scrutiny
One of the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic is the need to strengthen delivery systems to ensure that benefits reach the needy and not the greedy, Prime Minister Andrew Holness disclosed today during a digital press conference.
After Modi’s economic package, Nitin Gadkari asks states to chip in Rs 20 lakh cr more to fight coronavirus
Nitin Gadkari today said that states must contribute Rs 20 lakh crore to fight against coronavirus-led disruptions.
Trump wants to fight Twitter more than regulate it
Why regulation isn’t what Trump cares about most
Coronavirus could cost Serie A over €700m – FIGC chief Gravina
Italian Football Federation president Gabriele Gravina warned an economic crisis could irreparably damage Italy's passion for football.
Minneapolis Mayor Calls for Cop to Be Charged in Death of Black Man
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called publicly Wednesday for the prosecution of a police officer shown on video kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man, who died shortly after the incident.
Ottawa man who sexually assaulted two women sentenced to more than 5 years in prison
An Ottawa man has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually assaulting two women, but it's unclear when he'll be put behind bars due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japanese Police Finally Arrest Suspect For Kyoto Animation Arson
Today in Kyoto, police finally arrested 42-year-old Shinji Aoba for allegedly carrying out last year’s Kyoto Animation arson attack. The authorities waited until Aoba recovered from his own serious burns before placing him in police custody....
Rahul Gandhi trying to 'weaken' country's resolve against coronavirus: BJP
Accusing Rahul Gandhi of trying to "weaken" the country's resolve to fight COVID-19, the BJP on Wednesday said that the Congress leader has been acting in a "most irresponsible" manner and is trying
China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese Ambassador
China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an
India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pakistan PM Khan
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday alleged that the Indian government's "arrogant expansionist policies" is becoming "a threat" to its neighbours as he tried to curry favour with
Coronavirus: St Margaret's rest home resident believed to have died from COVID-19
The 96yo was returned to the rest home when it was confirmed she didn't have COVID, but her condition didn't improve.
Winter of discontent looms for mining sector
As the mining sector gears up to resume full production from June, the Minerals Council South Africa sees a 6%-10% contraction in overall mining production for 2020 because of the Covid-19 impact. It is also satisfied that its screening and testing measures are working. Unions would beg to differ.
South Africans stuck in China ask Human Rights Commission to help them get home
Desperate South Africans stranded in China by coronavirus travel restrictions and ‘forgotten’ by the South African government have resorted to lodging complaints with the SA Human Rights Commission this week to try to find a way home.
The doors to a feminist future must remain open
The ability of feminist funders to continue doing transformative, innovative and subversive work is likely to be severely hampered by the Covid-19 pandemic. The situation calls us to question our not having sustainability mechanisms that look beyond donor funding.
30 killed as troops bombard bandits in Zamfara forest
No fewer than 30 bandits have been killed in airstrike conducted by the Air Component of the Operation Hadarin Daji in Doumborou forest area...
UPDATED: FG suspends evacuation of stranded Nigerians
The Federal Government has suspended further evacuation of stranded Nigerians abroad.The development, according to Foreign Affairs
Ondo: Worship centres to open Friday - The Nation Nigeria
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has ordered worship centres to resumed activities tomorrow (Friday).The religious activitie, according...
We want direct primary in Ondo APC, says Olanusi
The leader of Unity Forum, Alhaji Ali Olanusi, has called for direct primary for the selection of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate
Former Union minister Suresh Prabhu helps local boy return home from France
Soon after the lockdown in France, the internship was called off, and so was the stipend that the two boys were receiving. “It was frustrating and difficult in the beginning. Our parents were worried and we had no help, plus the lockdown kept extending.
Maharashtra: Small and medium hospitals raise concerns over state notification on restriction of charges
The state government declared to take over 80 per cent of the hospital beds, as per a notification on May 22. The government has also come out with standard rates for some important surgeries and medical procedures, and the rates are applicable till July 31.
MLA urges proper planning before demolition of flyovers
The state government on Tuesday gave in-principle approval for the demolition of the two flyovers to make way for a double decker bridge by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA).
Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon as Nagpur, UP stay on alert
The government has placed an order for buying 60 spraying machines from UK-based company Micron, and two firms have been finalised for supply of drones for aerial spraying of insecticides for effective control over tall trees and inaccessible areas
Kerala to open registration for expats who want to fly back
Varadarjan said the registration would help the government to assess the numbers and identify those who want to go back abroad
Covid-19 in Tamil Nadu: State gets investment task force; smartphones for Class 10 SSLC students in Chennai
In a tweet, Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami announced that the state has signed MoUs with 17 institutions for investments worth Rs 15,128 crore and to create 47,150 jobs in Tamil Nadu.
Entry barred into buildings, Mumbai hospital nurses forced to move out of their homes, leave behind belongings
The hospital had taken on rent, leased out and purchased different flats at eight buildings for its nursing staff. In the last few weeks, hospital authorities were forced to move them all to other locations after local residents did not allow them to stay on in the buildings.
Fire at South Mumbai hotel, 25 doctors rescued
The blaze erupted on the second floor of Hotel Fortune, in Dhobi Talao.
Migrant worker on way to catch train falls unconscious, later dies in hospital
Sillu had walked around three kilometers on Tuesday afternoon to reach Pandesara area from where the authorities and Odisha community leaders had arranged buses for migrant workers to reach railway station to catch the Shramik Express.
‘Farmers are not opposing paddy diversification…political men have problems’: Haryana Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister JP Dalal
Earlier, they had questioned wheat procurement, while stating that it won’t be completed even in three months. But the procurement was very smooth, which has upset the Opposition, Haryana Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister JP Dalal said
4 Haryana districts sharing borders with Delhi still give health dept sleepless nights
Haryana witnessed the highest single-day spike with 94 cases Tuesday, followed by another 76 new cases on Wednesday, taking the state Covid tally to 1,381. Of these, while 838 patients have so far recovered and 18 died, there are still 525 active cases remaining.
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China
The notice brings the future of Hong Kong squarely into the administration's numerous battles with China that have put the world's two largest economies at odds.
Pompeo Certifies Hong Kong No Longer Autonomous from China
Pompeo announced Wednesday that he certified to Congress that Hong Kong does not continue to warrant special treatment.
Chinese Media Quotes Police Condemning Protest Before It Happened
A Chinese state newspaper quotes Hong Kong police condemning an "illegal" demonstration the day before it happened.
'Biden Center' at UPenn Under Fire over Financial Ties to China
The Biden Center at the University of Pennsylvania is under fire this week over its alleged failure to disclose millions of dollars in gifts from China. The center has allegedly failed to disclose $70 million in gifts from China since 2017.
Biden Accused of Farting During Virtual Event with Pennsylvania Gov. Wolf
Joe Biden is being accused of audibly farting during a campaign livestream while speaking with Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf on Wednesday.
Gani Adams, wife welcome twins
Gani Adams, aare ona kakanfo of Yorubaland, has welcomed the arrival a set of twins in a private hospital in Lagos.In a statement issued on Wednesday, he
Canadian judge rules Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou’s fraud case will proceed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
VANCOUVER, British Columbia >> A Canadian judge ruled today the U.S. extradition case against a senior Huawei executive can continue to the next stage, a decision that is expected to further harm relations between China and Canada.
Ombudsman's Report: Recruitment agency selected in search for interim CEO
A new chief executive officer is a step closer after councillors selected a recruitment agency to press ahead with the search for a fresh face to head up the City of Ballarat.
Elderly Prisoner Granted Release but Got Coronavirus During Government Appeal
Muntaqim, after a half-century behind bars, posed no risk to society, so a judge ordered him free. But the government’s appeal instead risked his life.
DA denies money woes as it plans to cut jobs
The DA is pushing ahead with its plans to retrench staff, but has denied it is facing financial trouble.
29 test positive for Covid-19 at a frail care centre in Port Elizabeth
Ten staff members and 19 residents had tested positive for Covid-19 at the Lorraine Frail Care Centre in Port Elizabeth.
Coalition of unions call on KZN teachers to not go back to school yet
The top unions affiliated to education in KwaZulu-Natal have called on their members, mainly teachers and support staff, to refrain from attending school on Thursday.
Murder for money and food in Rangemore
A homeless Bulawayo man allegedly killed an 81-year-old woman from Rangemore before ransacking her home for money and food.
Minister accepts Isle of Dogs housing development 'was unlawful'
Conservative party donor Richard Desmond avoided a £40m bill due to timing of the deal.
Only half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine: poll
More than two thirds of people 60 and older say they'd get vaccinated, compared with 40 per cent who are younger.
Canadian judge OKs extradition proceedings for Huawei CFO
A Canadian Supreme Court judge has ruled that extradition proceedings should continue for an executive of Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei.
NC mother charged in death of 4-year-old who tested positive for cocaine at birth
Rocky Hill police said an investigation into the death of a 4-year-old child in North Carolina Tuesday morning led to the arrest of the child's mother and her boyfriend.
Pick n Pay outlet, 8 other Gauteng stores closed for contravening regulations
The Pick n Pay outlet, situated at Evaton Mall, was found selling rotten meat and expired food items.
Ogun PDP Crisi: Bayo Dayo sold out for pecuniary gains, Kashamu says
A chieftain of People's Democratic Party, PDP and former Senator for Ogun East Senatorial district in the eight assemblies, Senator Buruji...
COVID-19: Nigeria has 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds — Minister
Nigeria has a total of 112 treatment and isolation centres with 5,324 beds as part of the country’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Another Dark Week in Brazil - total number of cases over 374,800
Brazil appears to be entering another dark week, as coronavirus cases grow by the thousands and controversy swells around President Jair Bolsonaro. On Monday, the Ministry of Health announced 11,687 new cases of coronavirus had been confirmed over the last 24 hours, bringing its total number of cases to over 374,800.
Boris Johnson dismisses requests to hold inquiry into Dominic Cummings’ coronavirus lockdown trip
Boris Johnson has ruled out an inquiry into the lockdown conduct of his top adviser, Dominic Cummings, insisting it is time to "move on" from the row.
Analysis: Boris Johnson’s bluster fails him in the liaison committee bear pit
Much like a 30-mile drive to test the eyesight, Boris Johnson's appearance before the liaison committee was always liable to end in a car crash.
Twenty-six held over migrant lorry tragedy in Britain
Police in Belgium and France have arrested 26 suspected people smugglers over the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants in a refrigerated truck in Britain last year.
Moscow to ease lockdown from Monday as pandemic stabilises
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin on Wednesday announced an easing of the Russian capital's lockdown starting June 1 after the Kremlin said the coronavirus pandemic had passed its peak in the country.
Canadian court greenlights extradition proceedings against Huawei CEO’s daughter
A British Columbia Supreme Court judge ruled against Huawei’s chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou on Wednesday, dismissing one of the key arguments by the daughter of the company's founder in her fight against extradition from Canada to the United States.
Minor girl among two dead, another injured after strong winds uproot tree in Shopian
A minor girl and a woman died while another sustained injuries on Wednesday after a tree uprooted by strong winds fell on them in Keller area of south
'A duty to get involved': Calgary police investigate Chinese consulate vandalism
Members of the city's Chinese community say they are working with authorities after a building in downtown Calgary was defaced with a hateful message.
Suspected drugs, cash and Taser seized by police officers in south Bristol
Officers executed warrants at properties in the St Anne’s and Hartcliffe areas
Not The First Time: Uttarakhand Returns As The Venue For Communist Nepal’s Territorial Assertion
Dispute with the Communists of Nepal is not new for governments and people in Uttarakhand. Here is a brief recap.
Watch: Toddler Tries To Wake Up Dead Mother Who Allegedly Died Of Hunger/Heat In Shramik Special Train
While the railways said that the woman died on the train as she was unwell, her family has refuted the claims.
"I Told Amit Shah....": Mamata Banerjee Reveals Argument On COVID-19
Raising the political pitch in her battle with the centre over the handling of the coronavirus crisis, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday revealed she had told Union Home Minister Amit Shah that if he thought the state government was failing to handle the crisis properly, why didn't he try and deal with it himself.
Himachal BJP Chief's Resignation Proves Corruption Allegations: Congress
The Congress claimed on Wednesday that Himachal Pradesh BJP president Rajeev Bindal's resignation showed that the corruption allegations in the Health Department were true.
Orthodox and Haredi Hasidic Jews in a New York suburb say they're scapegoats in the coronavirus crisis. The 'othering' goes back decades., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - More than 90,000 Jews, many of them Orthodox or Haredi Hassidic, call Rockland County home. During times of crisis, they feel the blame.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Gov. Cuomo's controversial order requiring nursing homes to admit COVID-19 patients was reportedly removed from New York's health website, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Cuomo's March 25 order requiring adult care facilities to admit COVID-19-positive patients was apparently deleted, amid more than 5,800 deaths.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A timeline of events in the case of Meng Wanzhou
VANCOUVER — A timeline of the Meng Wanzhou case, and rising tension between Canada and China. 2018 Aug. 22: A New York court issues a warrant for the arrest of Huawei Technologies chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou. Dec.
Justice Mazuz: Man under indictment establishing government - a moral failure - Inside Israel
Supreme Court publishes full arguments in decision not to prevent Netanyahu from forming government while under indictment.
Groups demand release of journalist remanded for 'insulting' Nigerian minister
Human rights groups have kicked against the arrest and detention of a broadcast journalist, Rotimi Jolayemi, over a poetry work deemed critical
COVID-19: Nigeria temporarily suspends evacuation of citizens abroad
FG has temporarily suspended the evacuation of Nigerians stranded abroad. Geoffrey Onyeama, said the decision is to allow take-off
Jon Jones Blasts Cops That Killed George Floyd: “You’re a Pu–y, Shouldn’t Be Wearing That Badge” (TWEETS)
Jon Jones feels like everybody who has seen that horrific video of a Minneapolis police officer with his knee and…
Jakarta likely to be ready for 'new normal' phase after Jun 4, says coordinating minister for economy
JAKARTA: Jakarta will likely be able to enter a ”new normal” phase after Jun 4, the last day of COVID-19 curbs known in Indonesia as large-scale ...
Greensill drops libel suit against Reuters over bond story
Greensill Capital said it has dropped a libel suit against Reuters over a story which said that the financing group had provided a false statement ...
China to increase international flights if COVID-19 under control: Regulator
China's aviation authority will consider increasing international flights as long as imported coronavirus risks are under control, state media ...
COVID-19: More than 7,000 workers matched to new jobs under NTUC’s Job Security Council
SINGAPORE: More than 7,000 workers who were either furloughed or retrenched due to the COVID-19 pandemic have taken up new roles with the help of ...
Minneapolis mayor: Officer who put knee on man’s neck should be charged
The mayor of Minneapolis called Wednesday for criminal charges against the white police officer seen on video kneeling against the neck of a handcuffed black man who complained that he could not breathe and died in police custody.
Fearing Court, Jagan Government Decides To Take Backstep
After High Court ordered to change the colors, the Government added one more color and gave definition to the four colors to avoid legal scrutiny.
Orthodox and Haredi Hasidic Jews in a New York suburb say they're scapegoats in the coronavirus crisis. The 'othering' goes back decades.
More than 90,000 Jews, many of them Orthodox or Haredi Hassidic, call Rockland County home. During times of crisis, they feel the blame.
Wielding Twitter like a weapon: Here's what was really going on when Trump's most outrageous tweet storms took place
On Mother's Day, Trump came close to breaking his all-time record for tweets in a day. Clocking in at 126, it was his third largest tweet storm.
After 41 yrs, Centre set to redefine ‘migrant workers’
India News: Learning from the ongoing migrant crisis, the government is set to redefine 'migrant workers' after 41 years and plans to register them to enable acce
S.C. police officers face disciplinary action over use of force after video surfaces
Three North Charleston police officers are facing disciplinary actions following an investigation involving the use of force during an encounter with a man which was captured on video.
Scottish independence: Majority want second referendum in next five years
MORE than half of Scots want a second independence referendum in the next five years, according to a poll. The Ipsos MORI survey for BBC Scotland found that 63% of people want another referendum, 3…
Fresh swarms of locusts reach Rajasthan; situation likely to worsen
Locust swarms may continue arriving for four more months, but they may not lead to a food crisis, believe officials
Shops to buses: Telangana govt allows further relaxations to lockdown norms
KCR held separate meetings with ministers and officials on the COVID-19 situation and implementation of lockdown, among others and took decisions on several issues.State-run RTC buses have been exempted from night time curfew restrictions and will be allowed to ply to their destinations
US says Hong Kong’s autonomy is gone, sowing China trade doubt
Secretary of State Michael Pompeo announced the decision Wednesday, a week after the government in Beijing declared its intention to pass a national security law curtailing the rights and freedoms of Hong Kong citizens
Trump wades into India-China dispute with tweet to arbitrate
The US president’s offer is seen by analysts as playing to a domestic audience in US on an election year.Trump’s Twitter post came hours after China said the border situation with India was ‘stable’
Coronavirus cases cross 60,000, death toll climbs to 1,239
ISLAMABAD: Coronavirus cases in Pakistan crossed the 60,000 mark on Wednesday while the death toll climbed to 1,239.21,118 cases have so far been detected in Punjab, 24,206 in Sindh, 8,483 in Khyb
Yemen: Saudi-led coalition says downed Houthi drone over Najran
The Saudi-led coalition engaged in Yemen has said its forces intercepted and downed drones launched by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement towards the Saudi border city of Najran in the first such incident since late March.
Canada judge rules Huawei CFO Meng's fraud case will proceed
VANCOUVER - A Canadian judge ruled Wednesday the U.S. extradition case against a senior Huawei executive can proceed to the next stage, a decision that is e
Five things to know about the Meng Wanzhou extradition case
VANCOUVER - A B.C. Supreme Court judge ruled against Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou on Wednesday in a key legal argument in her extradition case. Here are fi
Fresh rain prediction has Chellanam wide awake
Huge waves lash coastal stretches of the village; lockdown delays laying of geo textile tubes at several places
Nizamuddin event: 15 more chargesheets against foreigners
294 booked for flouting visa norms, govt. rules among others
21 including health workers test positive for COVID-19 in Tiruvannamalai
Increase in number of returnees from other States has led to a situation where the district administration is looking out for space for quarantine. With more number of cases reporting positive, tracin
T.N. may go ahead with setting up Jaya memorial foundation
High Court has only made certain suggestions, says official
Another death in Mumbai Police ranks; toll now 13
A 54-year-old head constable posted in central Mumbai became the 13th COVID-19 fatality in the Mumbai Police on Tuesday.The head constable, who was just a few months short of falling in the high-risk
Sisodia interacts with principals on reopening of schools
Education Minister asks them to come up with plan on how to lead the transition
Bring back minor girl from Nepal: HC to Centre
A man tied the knot with her despite being already married and took her there
Effigies of government figure and businessman hung on Salford bridge below coronavirus protest banner slammed as ‘unacceptable’
'I am all for people making a political point, but in a democracy that has to be done in a way that respects the rights of others and the sanctity of life'
John Boyega Blasts ‘Racist White People’ In NSFW Rant After Killing Of George Floyd
Numerous celebrities have come forward to share their outrage about the killing of George Floyd, an African-American man who died shortly after being handcuffed by a Minneapolis police officer. Outrage was sparked when with video of the arrest emerged, showing the officer leaning on Floyd's throat with the full weight of his body even as…
Boris Johnson says he 'hopes' two-metre social distance rule can be lowered soon
The Prime Minister faces warnings that many businesses will not be able to reopen if they have to keep customers two metres apart as he attempts to bring the country out of lockdown
First picture of woman found 'murdered' in country park as family pays tribute
The victim, whose body was found in Reddish Vale Country Park in Stockport, has been named locally as Yvonne Lawson McCann. A 48-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder
Boris Johnson told off for laughing as he's grilled on female representation
The Prime Minister faced the Commons's super committee today where chair Sir Bernard Jenkin had to chastise him for laughing during a discussion about the role of women in the government's coronavirus response
Government may need to pump $20 billion into coronavirus-hit state banks: Report
MUMBAI/NEW DELHI: India may need to inject up to Rs 1.5 lakh crore ($19.81 billion) into its state-owned lenders as … Government may need to pump $20 billion into coronavirus-hit state banks: Report Read More »
Ontario to take over management at more long-term care homes
Premier Doug Ford says province is prepared to pull operating licences and shut down facilities if necessary
5 killed in fire at Bangladesh coronavirus treatment tent
Fire swept through a tent set up outside a hospital in an upscale area of the Bangladeshi capital to treat people infected with the coronavirus, killing five people, an official said Wednesday.
British mercenaries 'involved in botched operation' backing rebel leader in Libya, according to secret UN report
Six British citizens including two former Royal Marine commandos have been accused of taking part in a botched mercenary mission to Libya to fight on behalf of renegade general Khalifa Haftar. The five men and one woman are named in a confidential report by the United Nations panel of experts on Libya
China puts GDP target on history's ash pit
The ruling party abandons the material growth standard of gross domestic product. Now, like many nations, it struggles to define progress in alternative ways.
Cheered by Private Schools, DeVos Demands Public Education Shares Pandemic Aid
WASHINGTON -- Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, defiant amid criticism that she is using the coronavirus pandemic to pursue a long-sought agenda, said she will force public school districts to share a large portion of federal rescue funding with private school students, regardless of income.DeVos announced
Leader: Economic Reforms a Top Priority of New Majlis
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said improving the core elements of the national economy, including employment, production, value of national currency and inflation,
Tulsi Gabbard drops defamation suit against Hillary Clinton
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, dropped her defamation lawsuit against Hillary Clinton Wednesday, ending a brief legal battle over comments made by the former secretary of state suggesting the congresswoman had ties to Russia.
Pelosi dismissive of holding national party conventions with ‘tens of thousands’ of people this summer
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi dismissed the idea of holding in-person political conventions over the summer to officially nominate presidential candidates, though her party has yet to come to a decision on the matter.
Ben Shapiro on debate over wearing masks: 'The desire to virtue signal on both sides is truly insane'
Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro weighed in Wednesday on the debate over the effectiveness of wearing masks against the coronavirus as President Trump and Democratic contender Joe Biden continued to spar over the issue.
Ahmaud Arbery case: Hearing set for 3 Georgia men charged in killing
A June 4 preliminary hearing has been set for the three men charged in the killing of Georgia man Ahmaud Arbery.
All should ensure implementation of the menstrual hygiene policy
Kebs should ensure the safety and standardisation of menstrual products.
Twitter: Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated'
The move drew a furious response from Trump.
Schools will reopen at a “safe time”, says FG
Nigerian Government on Wednesday said schools across the nation will be reopened by at a safe time while it will soon roll out guidelines for the reopening. “The Presidential Task Force wishes to use the occasion of this celebration to congratulate our children and assure them, their parents and all stakeholders alike that all hands […]
Germany to lift virus-related travel warning for EU countries from June 15
A government source said on Tuesday that the step would also include non-EU member states Britain, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. This would open the way to separate pieces of advice on travel for given regions.
Video shows man set Texas hotel office on fire during attempted robbery
Terrifying footage captures the moment a man set a Texas hotel office ablaze during an attempted robbery. Video released by the Fort Worth Fire Department shows the arsonist, wearing a black cap and a
NYC DOE doesn’t know how many students are being live taught at home amid lockdown
The city Department of Education doesn’t know how many of its students are actually being live taught at home during the coronavirus lockdown, officials conceded Wednesday. Asked if they were
Places of worship to open gradually as 'new normal' comes into play: Religious Affairs Minister
The government has decided to allow places of worship in COVID-19 “green zones” to reopen as the “new normal” comes into force.
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after his tweets tagged
On Tuesday, Twitter for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.
Lawmakers urge sovereign immunity law to retaliate for US abuse of litigation over COVID-19
Some 35 lawmakers have raised a special motion during this year's two sessions, urging the country to speed up formulating a foreign states immunity law that will grant Chinese citizens and companies the right to sue other countries in domestic courts, in an attempt to retaliate for US abuse of litigation against China over the COVID-19 pandemic.
China ready for looming financial war initiated by US
China should prepare for a potential financial showdown with the US, as the Trump administration appears to be waging a financial war on China, with crackdowns on US-listed Chinese companies and threats of sanctions over national security legislation for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), financial sector experts said on Thursday.
Bangladesh to reopen public transport services on limited scale from May 31
Bangladesh is lifting the ban on public transport services from May 31, the day offices will reopen on a limited scale.
Congress sees conspiracy of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana CMs in diverting Krishna water
TPCC chief says diversion of 88,000 cusecs water from Pothireddypadu and 3 TMC from Sangameshwaram to Andhra Pradesh would turn south Telangana into a desert
Why can't private hospitals treat patients free, Supreme Court asks Centre
The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked why the private hospitals, given land free of cost by the government, cannot treat Covid-19 patients for free. It questioned the central government if there is any...
Baby plays with dead mom; video goes viral
Patna: A baby plays with a shroud covering its dead mother at a station in Bihar, in one of the most tragic visuals to emerge from the daily reports of migrants stranded by the coronavirus lockdown.
Minister breaks ranks and calls for social distancing rules to be relaxed
A sitting government minister has said he is “baffled” as to why the Government has not moved to reduce the social distance rules from 2 metres to 1 metre, as recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Emily Maitlis replaced as Newsnight episode host following Cummings monologue
BBC said presenter breached impartiality rules with remarks on Tuesday night
George Floyd’s relatives say he was ‘everyone’s favorite everything’ as they call for police officers fired over his death to face murder charges
Relatives of George Floyd call him “everyone’s favorite everything.”
Gov. Cuomo’s controversial order requiring nursing homes to admit COVID-19 patients was reportedly removed from New York’s health website
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s March 25 order that required nursing homes to admit patients who were suspected to have or had tested positive for COVID-19 has been deleted from the state of New York’s website, Fox News reported Tuesday.
Rosenstein to testify in Senate on Trump-Russia probe
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A key figure behind the U.S. investigation into links between Russia and President Donald Trump’s 2016 election campaign will testify next week before a Republican-led Senate committee examining the origins of the probe, the panel said on Wednesday.
Russia postpones July BRICS summit due to coronavirus
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia said on Wednesday it has decided to postpone the summit of the BRICS nations, initially scheduled to be held in St. Petersburg in July, due to the spread of the coronavirus.
U.N. nuclear watchdog plans delayed board meeting because of coronavirus
VIENNA (Reuters) - The U.N. nuclear watchdog’s 35-nation board plans to hold next month’s quarterly meeting a week later than originally planned and mainly by video link because of the coronavirus pandemic, the board’s chairwoman told member states on Wednesday.
Burkina prosecutor says cause of death of 12 detainees unclear
OUAGADOUGOU (Reuters) - A Burkina Faso prosecutor said on Wednesday that a preliminary probe could not determine what caused the death of 12 people in detention cells hours after they were arrested, a decision advocacy group Human Rights Watch says could signal a cover-up.
Italy PM meeting with allies fails to break Atlantia deadlock
ROME (Reuters) - A meeting between Italy’s Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte and coalition allies on Wednesday to try settle a row over Atlantia’s motorway business yielded no progress, two government sources said.
Moscow to ease lockdown from Monday as pandemic stabilizes
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin on Wednesday announced an easing of the Russian capital's lockdown starting June 1 after the Kremlin said the coronavirus pandemic had passed its peak in the country. "Today we can already talk about the next steps out of the crisis situation," Sobyanin told President Vladimir Putin…
U.S. Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown
Congress voted Wednesday to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries. The House passed a bipartisan bill that would impose sanctions on Chinese officials involved in the mass surveillance and detention of Uighurs…
Murder, Arson, and Hundreds of Charges: Cops Wade Into Canuck Towing War
What started out as simple rivalry between tow companies devolved into a full-scale conflict that boasted every ingredient of organized crime: guns, drugs, money, intimidation, arson, and murder.
Homeless 13-Year-Old Stands Up to Rift Valley Regional Commissioner Natembeya Over Clashes [VIDEO]
“Whose son is this? Natembeya asked the crowd while signalling the boy to step forward...
Trump offers to mediate between India and China
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Minor girl among two killed, after strong winds uproot tree in south Kashmir
The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.
Three jailed over illegal possession of firearms
The trio denied the charges prompting the prosecutors to adjourn the case to June 8, 2020.
Huawei CFO is one crucial step closer to being extradited to the US
A Canadian court has ruled that Huawei's financial chief Meng Wanzhou is eligible for extradition.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian Says Resumed Brexit Talks are 'Going Badly'
Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier wrote to opposition leaders on Wednesday reminding them that the EU was open to an extension of up to two years to get a deal signed – a...
Turkish Drone Parts Found Among Terrorist Arms Stash Seized by Syrian Troops in Idlib, Report Says
Tensions in the northwestern Syrian region, the last province where major concentrations of jihadist forces continue to operate, have escalated this month amid repeated...
Prince Andrew Told 17yo 'Sex Slave' Roberts She Was 'A Little Bit' Older Than His Daughters - Report
Speaking about her alleged visit to a nightclub in London with Prince Andrew, Virginia Roberts said he was "sweating profusely" all over her while dancing.
Pompeo: US Cutting Iran Nuke Deal-Related Waivers, Measure Effective in 60 Days
Citing "Iran's continued nuclear escalation," US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has announced that the sanctions waiver for Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action-related...
US Air Force Has Failed to Address Racial Disparities in Military Justice System - Watchdog
A new report from a military law watchdog group has found that the US Air Force (USAF) has been engaging in a multi-year effort to cover up its abysmal record of racial...
US Reportedly Poised to Strip Hong Kong of Preferential Tariff Rates Amid Rising Tensions With China
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo stated that Hong Kong no longer warrants the same kind of treatment under the US laws in the same manner as said laws were applied to...
Nepal's new map hits a roadblock as parliament discussion gets deferred
Nepal claims the territory, which touches the border with China, under an 1816 treaty with the East India Company
Approval rating for Modi govt 2.0 falls to 62% from 75% last year: Survey
The government's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, however, got the highest approval rating
Hong Kong no longer qualifies as autonomous under China, says Pompeo
Hong Kong, an economic powerhouse, is a Special Administrative Region of China
Rosanne Cash Says Her Daughter Was Called A ‘Liberal P*ssy’ For Wearing A Mask
Johnny Cash’s granddaughter was allegedly called a “liberal p*ssy” by a man in Nashville after she was spotted wearing a mask to buy groceries. Her mother, Cash’s eldest ...
Derek Chauvin: Who Is The Police Officer Seen Kneeling On George Floyd’s Neck?
Derek Chauvin is the Minneapolis, Minnesota police officer depicted in the media kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, who eventually died of his injury. In the videos of the incident, which has ...
US to Pull Hong Kong’s Special Status as China Tightens Grip
No longer considering the territory autonomous from China, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Wednesday that the United States will work toward stripping Hong Kong of special diplomatic status.
States Sue to Block Trump From Weakening Fuel Economy Rules
At stake in the lawsuit is the single biggest effort by the United States to fight the climate crisis.
COVID-19: Mizoram Governor opens Raj Bhavan doors for stranded teachers
Breaking the protocols to help people in distress is fine, believes Mizoram Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai. This belief prompted the Governor to open the doors of Raj Bhavan for four teachers, who
BREAKING: We are working on guidelines for reopening of schools in Nigeria – Boss Mustapha
Boss Mustapha, the secretary to the Government of the Federation, has on Wednesday said guidelines for the reopening of schools in Nigeriawill eb shared by Federal Government soon. Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19,
Canadian court deals blow to Huawei CFO
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou lost a bid to have US extradition proceedings dismissed, after a ...
Canadian court deals blow to Huawei CFO
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou lost a bid to have US extradition proceedings dismissed, after a ...
Kishwar Desai | Everybody needs a Whitsun holiday while UK ponders visa rule changes
As the weeks have gone by, the Prime Minister Boris Johnson looks less and less in charge
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media platforms
The spat began when Twitter labelled two of the US president's tweets as
Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute
The US president had also once offered to “help” in the disputed region of Kashmir, triggering a political storm in India
Minneapolis mayor calls for white police officer to be charged in black man’s death
May 27 (Reuters) - Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called on prosecutors to file criminal charges against a white police officer caught on a bystander's video pressing his knee into the neck of African-American man who later died at a hospital.
Trudeau defends suspending regular House sittings, downplays chance of snap election
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is defending the decision to suspend all regular sittings of the House of Commons until September, with the special all-party COVID-19 committee acting as a stand-in over the next few weeks, and then four special House sittings over the summer.
Canadian military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean
The Canadian Armed Forces says it has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in the Mediterranean.
Why schools cannot reopen yet, by FG - The Nation Nigeria
Schools cannot reopen yet despite agitation in some quarters to that effect, the Federal Government has declared.It said schools cannot reopen
Rivers warns hotel owner against blackmailing Wike
Rivers State Government has warned the owner of the demolished Prodest Hotel, Promise Gogorobari, against blackmailing the state Governor...
PDP lashes Pantami, Dabiri-Erewa over face-off - The Nation Nigeria
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday took a swipe at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) under President Muhammadu Buhari...
Edo 2020: Nobody can stop my re-election – Obaseki
Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki has declared no one would stop him from being reelected.He spoke ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) June 22
Karnataka HC seeks Centre’s assurance on Shramik trains after May 31
The court has also sought details of arrangement being made to provide food to migrants on their long train journeys to homes in north India.
Mamata slams Railways, its ‘politics’ of sending Shramik trains without informing state govt
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged that the Railways on its own was sending 36 Shramik trains from Maharashtra, and her government had not been informed about it.
Ravi Shankar Prasad says Centre, states doing their best, targets Rahul Gandhi
Targeting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Prasad said his recent public statements were “utterly irresponsible”. He alleged that Rahul “was trying to weaken the resolve”of the country to fight against the pandemic and that his criticism was “based upon falsehood”.
Nizamuddin Markaz: SC asks PCI on action against ‘communalisation’ by media
In a separate matter, the top court also asked the Centre to respond to a plea seeking a probe into the circumstances leading to the holding of the Tablighi Jamaat convention in Nizamuddin in the national capital in March this year.
Gujarat: Portal editor granted bail by sessions court
Patel was charged under Indian Penal Code Section 124 A for sedition and Section 54 of the Disaster Management Act (punishment for false warning) by the Ahmedabad Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) on May 11 for “trying to create unrest in society”.
1,529 frontline BMC workers infected, 25 dead
The most recent casualty was a 56-year-old fireman posted at Gowalia Tank Fire Station on Grant Road, who died Sunday evening.
Army Chief General MM Naravane, commanders review security situation in Ladakh, Kashmir
The presentation, sources said, included not just the situation in Ladakh, but also operational challenges in other parts of the country including Kashmir.
Joni Ernst on Book: Embrace Iowa 'Grit' to Help Nation
Joni Ernst spoke with Breitbart News about her book and how her "gritty" upbringing on an Iowa farm translated to her movement to cut waste.
Andrew Napolitano: I'll 'Defend to the Death' Twitter’s Right to Fact Check Trump
Andrew Napolitano said he will "defend to the death" Twitter's right to fact check President Donald Trump.
Coronavirus tourism lockdowns hit Hawaii’s vacation rental industry hard in April | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Vacation rental accommodations, even the legal ones, were economically decimated in April amid COVID-19 fears and tourism lockdowns.
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’
The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.
Trump expects 'full report' on death of George Floyd
President Trump on Wednesday described the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody as a “very sad event” and said he expects a “full report” when he returns to Washington.
Pick n Pay outlet, 8 other stores in Gauteng closed for contravening regulations
A Pick n Pay outlet, seven stores owned by foreign nationals and a butchery were closed by Gauteng MEC Faith Mazibuko for contravening the law.
Edo 2020: Obaseki faces tough challenge as Ize-Iyamu emerges Edo APC consensus candidate
Ize-Iyamu a former Secretary to Edo State Government (SSG), emerged on the night of Tuesday, May 26, in Abuja through a consensus arrangement by the party.
Children Day: Senator Uba Sani sends powerful message to Nigerian children
The lawmaker representing Kaduna Central, Senator Uba Sani, has said that Nigerian children are the pride of every nation in whom the hope for continuity lies.
Coronavirus: Nigeria has 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds - Minister
Nigeria has a total of 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds as part of her response to COVID-19. Minister of state for Health Mamora, made this known
Trump's firing of watchdogs must be checked
Senate Republicans should join with House Democrats in holding hearings that probe why the President fired four inspectors-general over the past two months.
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says China has undermined Hong Kong's autonomy as the US considers ending favourable tariffs in a blow to its status as a financial hub.
Lagos BRT operators to roll out more buses – Transport Commissioner
Dr Frederic Oladeinde, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, says more Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) will soon be rolled out to address
Guinea admits 30 died in post-election violence in March
Guinea has for the first time admitted that 30 people died in days of violence following a constitutional referendum. - Foreign
LASG to deliver Agege flyover September, gives assurance on 4th Mainland Bridge
The Lagos State Government on Wednesday promised to deliver the Agege flyover bridge in September to tackle gridlock on the axis.
TIPEDI cautions NASS against interference in IMC audit
Transparency in Petroleum Exploration and Development Initiative, TIPEDI, has asked NASS, not to interfere with the work of NDDC-IMC.
Pompeo: China in the past year 'has shed any pretense' that people of Hong Kong enjoy high degree of autonomy – Reuters
Reuters reports that the US State Sec. Pompeo says China in the past year 'has shed any pretense' that people of hong kong enjoy high degree of autono
Huawei disappointed by a Canadian court ruling against CFO meng Wanzhou’s bid to avoid extradition
Following a Canadian court ruling that the case of senior Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou, who is fighting extradition to the United States, can go forw
China is trying its best to protect Hong Kong from instability – The Global Times
The war of words and Chinese propaganda is heating up between the US and China. The Global Times reports that the US has "hidden key information and f
No clear answers on reopening Ohio’s schools
Discussions about reopening Ohio’s schools amid the COVID-19 pandemic seem to raise more questions than answers. Even as Buckeye State businesses begin to reopen, the plan for schools remains fluid.
Received 1,337 Trains Carrying Migrants From Various States: UP Government
Gorakhpur has become the first district in the country to receive more than 200 trains, by which over 2 lakh migrant workers have returned, amid the ongoing COVID-19 induced lockdown.
Bihar Paid Rs 1 Crore To Bring Back Stranded Students From Kota: Sushil Modi
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi on Wednesday said that the state government had paid Rs 1 crore for arranging 17 trains for the return of students belonging to state who were stranded in Kota.
US Ends Sanction Waivers For Nations In Iran Nuclear Deal
The United States on Wednesday ended waivers in its sanctions for nations that remain in the Iran nuclear accord, bringing the deal further to the brink of collapse.
The police officer who knelt on George Floyd's neck has been involved in shootings and was the subject of 10 different complaints, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The former Minneapolis police officer has been involved in deaths, three police shootings, and was the subject of 10 internal reviews.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
'The most heart-wrenching report I have ever read': Nurses neglected soiled residents and reused IV equipment in Canadian nursing homes, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - A delay in changing soiled residents led to a "skin breakdown," and others were found not to have been bathed for several weeks.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean
OTTAWA — The Canadian Armed Forces says it has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in the Mediterranean.
Singapore warns of worst economic contraction since independence
Singapore warns of worst economic contraction since independence
Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time
Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time
Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs
Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs
Gantz cuts off meeting with Netanyahu over Regev's comments - Inside Israel
Likud officials respond to minister's criticism of alternate prime minister. 'The campaign is over. It is time for unity.'
Netanyahu writes letter in Torah in memory of Amit Ben Yigal - Inside Israel
Prime Minister visits family of soldier who was killed in a block-throwing attack two weeks ago.
AfDB Allegations: Adesina insists on innocence, demands justice
The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, has maintained that he is innocent of all allegations of fraud leveled against him.
Chaos rocks Ministry of Health over new Coronavirus cases
The Ministry of Health and Child Care is involved in a last minute effort to clean its image after there was a sharp increase of Coronavirus cases in the countr...
Trump threatens to regulate or shut down social media companies
WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (May 27) threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after ...
COVID-19: New app launched to help monitor and report migrant workers’ health status
SINGAPORE: A new mobile app to monitor and report COVID-19 symptoms is among the new resources announced by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on ...
Proposed Chinese agency in Hong Kong for intel, not enforcement: Adviser
A proposed security law could allow Chinese mainland authorities to set up shop in Hong Kong, but their powers would likely be restricted to ...
Americas will be hardest hit by COVID-19 job losses: ILO
The Americas will bear the brunt of an estimated 305 million job losses that the COVID-19 pandemic will cause worldwide between April and June, ...
Canadian Armed Forces say seniors homes continue to struggle with reducing COVID-19 in Quebec
The military's report into its mission inside Quebec's long-term care homes reveals many facilities in the network continue to struggle to bring down the number of COVID-19
Emily Maitlis to miss Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Emily Maitlis will not present Wednesday’s episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.
Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged
The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.
'The most heart-wrenching report I have ever read': Nurses neglected soiled residents and reused IV equipment in Canadian nursing homes
A delay in changing soiled residents led to a "skin breakdown," and others were found not to have been bathed for several weeks.
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’
The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.
Peter Dunne says the Government will be worried that soon public concern about the social and economic impact of Covid19 - already sharply on the rise - will overtake support for the approach the Government has taken so far
Peter Dunne says the Government will be worried that soon public concern about the social and economic impact of Covid19 - already sharply on the rise - will overtake support for the approach the Government has taken so far
Paul Cairns death: Second suspect charged after man killed in alleged Ayrshire shooting
A SECOND suspect has been charged in connection with the death of a man who died in an alleged Ayrshire shooting. Cops confirmed that a 50-year-old has now been nicked after Paul Cairns, 42, lost h…
Vanishing jobs for young could create 'lock-down generation'
The Middle East is just one of the world's many regions struggling to cope with the Covid-19 outbreak. After first peaking in China, where it began, then Europe, now it's the Americas that is seen as the main epicenter
Diplomats adopt ingenious methods to get to designated workplaces
Many diplomats designated to new roles and stations utilized flights operated for repatriation to reach workplaces
Actress Uzma Khan accuses Malik Riaz’s daughters of attacking her over love affair
--Police register FIR against realtor's daughters, others after prolonged delay--Malik Riaz claims Usman Malik is not his nephew, Amna Usman claims had repeatedly warned Uzma not to destroy her ma
Suriname election: Preliminary results show opposition winning
Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed on Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the longtime rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of political opponents.
A timeline of events in the case of Meng Wanzhou
VANCOUVER - A timeline of the Meng Wanzhou case, and rising tension between Canada and China.2018Aug. 22: A New York court issues a warrant for the arrest o
Creating health infrastructure in slums crucial in rebuilding Mumbai: Awhad
Minister asks BDA to share list of concessions required for facilitating redevelopment
SC asks for Centre’s response on plea for timely disposal of mercy petitions
Bench directs MHA to fix a time limit for placing such pleas before President
6 contract workers at TISS lose jobs; union calls it immoral
Lease of 2 off-campus hostels where they were employed ends
ESIC Hospital in Kandivali to become 300-bed dedicated COVID-19 facility
Kandivali’s ESIC Hospital is all set to be converted into a dedicated COVID-19 facility with 300 beds. In a circular issued by the management on Wednesday, the employees were informed about this decis
Prince Andrew 'told teen "my daughters aren’t far from your age" before they had sex'
Virginia Giuffre, also known as Virginia Roberts, has made the damning allegations in a new Netflix documentary series called Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich. Prince Andrew has denied ever meeting her
Voice of the Mirror: Arrogant Boris' stance on lockdown flouting aide is deplorable
The Prime Minister has decided to stand by his man regardless of public anger and calls from his own MPs for the rule breaker to go
Britain Connects: Thousands sign up to meet stranger on video for Mirror campaign
People from all walks of life and generations have been virtually meeting over the past few days and they have reported that they found it overwhelmingly positive
'Squirming' Boris Johnson accused of 'ducking straight answers' to protect Cummings
Prime Minister Boris Johnson was told by MP Yvette Cooper he was 'ducking' talking about Dominic Cummings' lockdown breach 'because he is trying to protect him'
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean
Six Canadian service members died April 29 when the Cyclone helicopter crashed within sight of HMCS Fredericton, which is participating in a NATO mission
Huawei CFO loses bid to dismiss US extradition request
Canadian court ruling will allow proceedings to continue against Meng Wanzhou
As Trump rails against mail-in voting, his campaign tries to make it easier for Pennsylvania supporters
"We have an obligation to our voters to inform them of what the law is in their state and what their options are," the campaign said.
Hong Kong 'no longer autonomous from China' - Pompeo
The US secretary of state says the territory no longer merits special treatment under US laws.
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’
The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.
Former Jeffrey Epstein teen 'recruiter' reveals how disgraced financier lured underage girls in Netflix doc
Haley Robson, a former teen “recruiter” for Jeffrey Epstein, is ready to finally share her story.
House Dems adjourn without FISA vote after Trump announces veto threat
The House of Representatives adjourned late Wednesday without voting on whether to reauthorize advanced surveillance tools used by law enforcement -- a measure that had wide bipartisan support back in March, but which has drawn sudden GOP opposition amid news of apparent FBI misconduct.
Ice Cube reacts to death of George Floyd: ‘How long ... before we strike back?'
Ice Cube is speaking out against police after a viral video on Monday showed a white police officer pinning his knee against a black man's neck as he struggled to breathe in Minnesota.
'Central Park Karen,' Amy Cooper, faces NYC Human Rights Commission investigation
The New York City Commission on Human Rights is investigating the white woman walking her dog in New York City who called police to report she was being threatened by “an African-American man.”
Suspect in Tecra Muigai's death freed on bond
Omar Lali was freed on Sh 300,000 bond and two sureties.
Jumwa, Chris Wamalwa to be removed from posts
Kiminini MP to be sacked as deputy minority whip.
Health ministry has criminals – Kagwe
“Like a marketplace, there are a few mad cases here," the CS said.
Knut, Uasu want schools to remain shut until September
The two unions want the national exams be postponed to 2021.
Kindiki turns down new appointment
He said he now wants to focus on serving Kenyans as the senator of Tharaka-Nithi.
COVID-19: FG considers dividing schools into morning, afternoon classes
The federal government says it is considering the reopening of schools across the country.
Many national parks, including Pacific Rim, start to open
More than half of Canada’s national parks — including Vancouver Island’s Pacific Rim — are set to open for day use next week but Tofino’s mayor is urging non-residents to wait for direction from . . .
Decorated greyhound trainer found dead in suspicious circumstances
A family feud may be behind the suspected killing of a prominent Victorian greyhound racing trainer. (Image above: supplied) Karen Leek was found dead at her sprawling Devon Meadows property about …
Chinese scientists say Wuhan animal market isn’t where coronavirus began
Chinese scientists say the coronavirus didn’t originate at a live animal market or a laboratory in Wuhan, pushing back against US officials over where the pandemic began, according to a
Cuomo says he had ‘good’ talks with Trump on New York infrastructure projects
Gov. Andrew Cuomo insisted he had a “good conversation” with President Trump during their Wednesday White House meeting on New York’s infrastructure — but sure didn’t seem in
Indonesia to receive first delivery of COVID-19 ventilators from US in June
The donation of the ventilators is the result of a previous call between President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and President Donald Trump in April, during which the two leaders agreed to build cooperation to tackle the COVID-19 crisis in their respective countries, including finding ways to overcome shortages of medical equipment.
Padawans Train to Become Jedi in New Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge Trailer
Ahmed Best will host a new Star Wars game show as a Jedi Master who trains the next generation of Force users.
Telangana government undecided on opening of hotels
The Telangana government is still undecided on whether or not to permit opening of restaurants in the State though the hoteliers say that they would ensure social distancing norms
Misbehaviour complaint against SI in Bhupalpally dist
In a development which exposes citizen’s friendly policing claims of the Telangana Police Department, a complaint has been lodged against the Sub-Inspector of Police of Mahadevpur Police Station
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’
The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.
Johnson rules out inquiry into lockdown breaches by Cummings
Number of Conservative MPs calling publicly for PM’s chief adviser to be sacked reaches 44
Minneapolis mayor calls for arrest of officer who kneeled on George Floyd's neck
May 27 (UPI) -- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called for the arrest of the police officer seen in a video kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed man who later died.
China's planned military exercise in South China Sea worries neighbors
May 27 (UPI) -- China's two aircraft carriers will be deployed in August near Taiwanese waters for military exercises, according to reports.
The police officer who knelt on George Floyd’s neck has been involved in shootings and was the subject of 10 different complaints
Two of the officers involved in the arrest of George Floyd both have a history of violent incidents.
U.N. warns of possible war crimes in northeastern Congo
KINSHASA (Reuters) - Widespread and systematic killings, beheadings, rape and other barbaric acts by militia mostly from the ethnic Lendu community in northeastern Congo may constitute crimes against humanity and war crimes, the United Nations said on Wednesday.
Use of force protesters shut down LA highway following death of George Floyd
People protesting the use of force by law enforcement shut down part of an L.A. highway Wednesday. It was part of a Black Lives Matter march put together after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
'Move on' - British PM tries to draw line under adviser row
Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser provoked outrage and scorn for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown. Dominic Cummings has refused to quit after it was revealed that he…
Minneapolis mayor calls for white police officer to be charged in black man's death
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called on prosecutors to file criminal charges against a white police officer caught on a bystander's video pressing his knee into the neck of African-American man who later died at a hospital. The officer along with three others involved in the apprehension of George…
Texas Police Officers Suing Department Over Quota System for Tickets
It's something that people joke about when they get pulled over. 'You're probably just trying to make your quota.' Looks like one police department was using a quota system, which is illegal.
Desperate to meet girlfriend, teen dresses as woman; caught
The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.
NRM SG Lumumba tasks polls body on 2021 elections
Lumumba says the commission should engage scientists to advise accordingly on the threat of Coronavirus to devise means of conducting the elections.
Parliament wants curfew hours reviewed
This comes after a number of Ugandans were yesterday arrested for failing to observe the curfew time due to traffic jam on different roads.
Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged
The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.
Seattle officials feud over the future of tent encampments during coronavirus pandemic
A bill proposed by Councilmember Tammy Morales attempts to codify city policy around encampments during the pandemic and narrow the circumstances under which encampments can be removed.
Post-Covid Privatisation Will Push Labour Into a Deathtrap
Metaphorically the heart (hruday) represents human goodwill and helping nature toward the helpless and needy, whereas atma (soul) represents the non physical self which is disconnected from physical suffering. One can only take care of one’s own atma and never the atma of others.
Mayor of Minneapolis Calls for Arrest of Officer Involved in George Floyd Death
The death of George Floyd, a black man in Minneapolis who was filmed while a police officer kneeled on his neck and who died shortly afterward, has led to mass protests...
Emily Maitlis won't present Newsnight after Dominic Cummings comments
The BBC ruled that her comments 'did not meet' standards of impartiality.
Police dig at family's house in hunt for 'murdered' boy believed to be buried
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) said they resumed the search for 'Baby Joe' Clyde Daniels on Tuesday
Man beaten with bat at flat in Newtownabbey
A man has been beaten with a wooden bat at a flat in the Whitewell Road area of Newtownabbey.
2,700 PATH families to get financial assistance
Approximately 2,700 families on the government’s Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) are to receive financial assistance as a part of the United Nations (UN) Secretary General’s COVID-19 Multi Partners' Trust Fund (MPTF).
Abused wife Sally Challen wins court battle to inherit estate of the husband she beat to death
Sally Challen, a woman who beat her controlling husband, Richard, to death with a hammer in 2010 after decades of emotional abuse can inherit his estate, a judge has ruled.
Age UK adviser, 71, suffers stab wounds and his churchgoer wife, 71, is fighting for life after horrific 'domestic incident' at their £1.2m north London home
Neighbours named Mervyn Kohler (pictured) as the man who was found at the Islington house with stab wounds. His condition is not thought to be life-threatening.
Dinner for the devils: Fidel Castro ate 20 scoops of ice cream a day, Idi Amin gave very saucy orders, while Saddam Hussein's attempts in the kitchen bombed - just a few of the bizarre insights from chefs of the great dictators
Polish writer Witold Szablowski spent four years tracking down the chefs who cooked for some of the world's most sadistic and feared dictators.
Need for growing NDB into global development institution: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
In her remarks at the meeting, Sitharaman appreciated Kamath for his stellar stewardship in very quickly giving shape to the vision stated by the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) leaders in 2014.
Ekiti Assembly passes Tourism, Hospitality Licensing and Regulation Bill
The unanimous resolution was taken at Wednesday’s plenary presided over by the Speaker, Funminiyi Afuye, in Ado Ekiti.
AfDB:I maintain my innocence on allegations – Adesina
Adesina said this in a statement he personally signed and issued on Wednesday.
COVID-19: Ondo sets date to reopen worship centres
Akeredolu gave the directive in Akure on Wednesday during a press conference on update of coronavirus pandemic at the Government House.
Kano workers issue two weeks ultimatum to Government over slashing of salaries
Kabiru Ado, the state’s Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, stated this at a joint news conference on Wednesday in Kano.
North Carolina Lawmakers Ask Panel to Let Them Join Voter ID Case
Republican members of the North Carolina General Assembly pressed a Fourth Circuit panel Wednesday to allow them to intervene on behalf of the state in a lawsuit over its controversial voter ID requirements.
‘Secret Society of Second-Born Royals’ Trailer: Disney Royals Get A Superhero Twist — Watch
The first trailer for 'Secret Society of Second-Born Royals' introduces us to a set of royal recruits.
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean
The Canadian Armed Forces says it has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in the Mediterranean.
Boris Johnson says it's time to 'move on' from Dominic Cummings row
Prime Minister rules out inquiry into his adviser, claiming it would waste 'official time' as government battles coronavirus
S&P Global Reports Record Number of Potential Downgrades
In total, 1,287 of S&P’s ratings are now on a downgrade warning, more than in April 2009.
Living on a prayer: Concerns as places of worship prepare to reopen their doors
The president’s announcement that places of worship can resume services under strict conditions during lockdown Level 3 has been met with strong and mixed opinions. The big question is, how will worshippers gather safely without spreading the coronavirus?
Edmonton, Vancouver and Toronto vying to be NHL hubs, but there's a catch
NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly says the Canadian government's mandatory 14-day quarantine for anyone entering the country would eliminate cities here from hosting this year's playoffs.
FG to ammend National Endowment for the Arts Act
The Federal Government is to ammend the Act establishing the National Endowment for the Arts, to better meet the demands of the creative..
I've not stepped down as AfDB president, says Adesina
African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has denied stepping down from office.Adesina, in a statement, said “the bank’s...
We should unlockdown on trial basis: Uddhav Thackeray
At the epicentre of Covid-19 infections in India, Mumbai has seen 33,835 cases and 1,097 deaths. On Wednesday, senior ministers met at the Chief Minister’s official residence in south Mumbai to discuss the strategy for the state post May 31 when the fourth phase of the lockdown would end.
Uddhav Thackeray at Loksatta’s webseries today
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When you have to bluff, even three cannot accomplish the task: Devendra Fadnavis takes on govt
On Tuesday, Devendra Fadnavis had alleged that the state did not have the potential to encash Maharashtra's share under various direct and indirect financial Covid-19 welfare schemes – worth Rs 28,104 crore – which it had received from the Centre.
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KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — Clashes within a political party and the fight for top spot are nothing unusual whenever it comes time for party elections. The same holds true for Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu). With one major difference. The personalities involved here have considerable...
Gov Cuomo Meets Trump with Infrastructure Wish List for New York
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Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said during a press conference on Wednesday that "every crisis" is an opportunity to advance a leftist agenda.
MSNBC's Glaude: 'We Have to Understand How Profoundly Racist Our Country Is'
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Brain Freeze: Biden Misstates Dates of D-Day, Delaware Independence
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Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous
The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.
Bangladesh hospital fire kills five COVID-19 patients
Five people were killed in a top Bangladesh hospital on Thursday after a fire swept through a makeshift coronavirus isolation unit, officials said. The blaze occurred in Dhaka
US tops 100,000 coronavirus deaths with no end in sight
More than 100,000 Americans have died from the coronavirus, a staggering wave of death that has brought the world's largest economy to its knees as the federal government struggles even now to mount
Pelosi: George Floyd death is 'a crime'
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Wednesday called the death of an unarmed African American man in Minneapolis a crime and vowed that Congress will examine new federal strategies for preventing
Life has become unbearable for migrants in SA amid coronavirus lockdown
Even as a strict lockdown to slow the coronavirus pandemic is eased, many foreigners living in South Africa have no work and are hungry.
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.
APC will pick governorship candidate in Edo, not Abuja - Obaseki tells Oshiomhole
Governor Obaseki of Edo state has described as a joke the adoption of Osagie Ize-Iyamu as a ‘consensus’ governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress.
Oil slides on OPEC, Russia uncertainty
Russia is sending mixed signals ahead of the meeting in less than two weeks between the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies.
Sorry, President Trump, Twitter Makes Its Own Rules
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Court restrains minister, DPR, from revoking field in OML 95
A court has granted the order of interim injunction against the respondents following an ex-parte application over OML 95.
Two dead as suspected cultists invade station to free robbery suspects in Delta Community
The Delta State Police command has confirmed the death of two persons today, at the Jesse Police Station in Jesse, Ethiope West LGA of Delta
Iranians outraged by father who killed teen daughter
The killing of an Iranian teen by her father after she eloped with an older man sparked outrage on Wednesday, with local media.
Government’s not so reliable food-delivery service
South Africans with the means to do so have been using the tap of a finger for meals to be delivered to their homes, since the country went into Covid-19 coronavirus lockdown level 4 earlier this month.
Nationalisation of Reserve Bank: What SA can learn from New Zealand
New Zealand’s handling of policymaking regarding its central bank holds lessons for SA when it comes to plans to nationalise Reserve Bank, writes Hlengani Mathebula.
Health minister caught between politics and medicine
Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize needs to abandon the autocratic attitude for the greater good of the nation and realise that the likes of Professor Glenda Gray and her counterparts are critical in our response to Covid-19, writes Dr Shafrudeen Amod.
US Diplomat Stilwell: Appears Beijing is using coronavirus to accelerate political agenda, including on Hong Kong
Amid a slew of comments from the US and Chinese diplomats, David Stilwell, top US policymakers for East Asia recently conveyed his view for the Asian
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President Trump and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo plan to send a bipartisan "supercharge" into the U.S. economy.
Officials urge caution after holiday weekend parties
Officials in St. Louis County and Kansas City are asking people who failed to follow social distancing guidelines over the holiday weekend to self-quarantine.
Srinagar admin forms committee to ensure smooth movement of essential services during lockdown
The Srinagar district administration has constituted a committee to prevent occurrence of issues and ensure quick redressal of concerns surrounding
Locusts swarm UP and Maharashtra, high alert in Punjab; Government to deploy drones
About 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now, the agriculture ministry said.
Ottawa man who raped two women sentenced to more than five years in prison
An Ottawa man has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually assaulting two women, but because of the COVID-19 pandemic it's unclear when he'll be put behind bars.
COVID-19 shows need for long-term-care reform but solve crisis first, Trudeau says
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expects to have a comprehensive conversation with Canada's premiers about immediate and long-term reforms of the country's elder care system in light of reports of neglect and abuse of seniors in facilities in Q
Cyprus: Got infected with coronavirus? The trip's on us - Foreign Affairs
In an attempt to attract tourists, Cyprus says it will cover costs for anyone who catches the virus while vacationing in the country.
Mosques to progressively reopen from Jun 2 with limited prayer spaces for private worship
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Government negotiating to cut National Broadband Plan rollout from seven to five years
The government has asked the National Broadband Plan firm to shorten the rollout period from seven to five years.
Officer fired after allegedly saying it was 'unfortunate' virus didn't kill all black people
A police officer in Louisiana has been fired after allegedly posting a comment on Facebook that said it was "unfortunate" the coronavirus did not kill all black people.
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China
US News: WASHINGTON: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland.
Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous
The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.
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Pompeo told Congress Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China. Here’s what that means.
The secretary of state made the declaration as China prepares to pass a controversial national security law.
Covid-19 death toll in US has surpassed 100,000
The news comes as only half of Americans said they would be willing to get vaccinated if scientists are successful in developing a vaccine.
Coronavirus Scotland: Couples separated by lockdown should be allowed to meet for sex, health expert says
COUPLES who live apart should be allowed to meet for sex as lockdown is relaxed, a public health expert says. Professor Linda Bauld’s plea came as Nicola Sturgeon is set to say pals can meet outdoo…
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Navajo Nation leaders announced last week that it had the highest per capita COVID-19 infection rate in the United States, outpacing hot spots like New York. The grim statistic highlights the historical failings of the US government, Navajo leaders say.
Pompeo declares Hong Kong 'no longer autonomous' from China
United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified the US Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China.
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Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean
OTTAWA - The Canadian Armed Forces has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in t
Ottawa man who raped two women sentenced to more than five years in prison
An Ottawa man has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually assaulting two women, but because of the COVID-19 pandemic it's unclear when
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America hit a sad milestone on Wednesday as the U.S. death toll from the COVID-19 pandemic surpassed 100,000. While presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered a heartfelt message to those mourning the loss of loved ones, telling Americans that "the nation grieves with you," President Donald Trump has been focused on a debunked conspiracy theory that…
Tourists to Ibiza must have 'Covid-19' free certificates to visit, president says
Vicent Mari said people visiting the popular holiday island will have to prove they do not have coronavirus before being allowed to visit, in a bid to prevent a deadly outbreak
Bill Clinton denies having affair with Jeffrey Epstein's alleged 'madam'
The former US President is alleged to have been 'getting it on' with Ghislaine Maxwell in a new book. A spokesman for Clinton has branded the claim "a total lie"
Opinion: Canada’s soldiers have provided a wake-up call for our long-term care system
Reports from the military on conditions in homes in Quebec and Ontario should be the last reform warnings we receive
US Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown
Congress voted Wednesday to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries. The House passed a bipartisan bill that would impose sanctions on Chinese officials involved in the mass
US ends sanction waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal
The United States said Wednesday it was ending waivers in its sanctions for nations that remain in the Iran nuclear accord, bringing the deal further to the verge of collapse. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he was responding to Iran's "brinkmanship" of nuclear steps, which have been
WATCH: Final panel discussion in Trinity's “Rethinking Democracy” series
"Democracy Without a Public Sphere” is the final installment in Trinity Long Room Hub at Trinity College's five-part "Rethinking Democracy" series.
6 in 10 voters say they'll get a coronavirus vaccine shot when it's available, Fox News Poll finds
Six out of 10 registered voters plan to get a vaccine for the coronavirus when one becomes available, according to a recent Fox News poll.
African-American activists escalating efforts to persuade Biden not to pick Klobuchar for VP
African-American activists are escalating their efforts to persuade former Vice President Joe Biden not to name Sen. Amy Klobuchar as his running mate, arguing he needs to choose someone who would excite black voters.
Student, 19, shot dead on way to Lidl ‘gunned down in crossfire of row between two tyre firms’
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Elderly man stabbed and woman fighting for life after ‘domestic incident’ at London home
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EDITORIAL: Deal firmly with the cyclic ethnic clashes
Cattle rustling, which precipitated the scuffle, must be dealt with quickly and ruthlessly.
Police, army yields to Wike’s directive, remove barricade from Ikoku market
The Police and the Nigerian army have yielded to the directive of the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, on the opening of Ikoku spare parts market after about two months of shutdown.
Conglomerate of health workers in Akwa Ibom begin streets and markets sensitization
As part of measures to check and prevent the spread of Coronavirus in Akwa Ibom state, the Conglomerate of Health Professionals in the state has commenced street and market sensitization.
Government to seek quicker delivery of broadband plan
The Minister for Communications has said he has asked his officials to examine the feasibility of accelerating the roll out of the National Broadband Plan.
Winter outlook released as Victoria nears three-decade rain record
Victoria is on track for its wettest autumn in more than three decades. Melbourne has received 276 millimetres of rain in the past three months, already more than triple last year’s autumn to…
New Jeffrey Epstein doc should finally lead to a reckoning with Bill Clinton
Will this finally be a reckoning with Bill Clinton? Of all the scandals Bill has survived, his longtime association with a known pedophile — and an alleged affair with that pedophile’s right-hand
NYPD cop a ‘spineless coward’ for shooting, killing friend, victim’s dad says
The father of a Long Island man gunned down by his NYPD-rookie friend blasted the officer as a “spineless coward” for the slaying in an interview Wednesday. The victim’s father,
Ford's software update for police interceptors combats Covid-19 by cranking the heat
Ford on Wednesday announced it is piloting a software solution to help law enforcement curb the spread of Covid-19 inside police interceptor utility vehicles.
Reminder: Trump Signed into Law the Warrantless FISA Surveillance That He’s Railing Against
President Donald Trump positioned himself well to the left of the Democratic Party on Wednesday by threatening to veto a clean renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) being pushed by House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.).
Bangladesh leaving lockdown as offices, public transports to reopen from May 31
The government is phasing Bangladesh out of lockdown by reopening offices and resuming public transport services on a limited scale from May 31 until Jun 15 amid an escalation of coronavirus cases.
Report: USAF covered up incidents of racial bias
May 27 (UPI) -- The U.S. Air Force tried to cover up racial bias in its justice system, a report by an independent advocacy group said Wednesday.
Colombia inter-city bus drivers demand to return to work
BOGOTA (Reuters) - Drivers of inter-city bus services in Colombia protested on Wednesday to demand the government let them return to work after two months of quarantine aimed at stopping the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering on Wednesday after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets. He turned to his Twitter account – where else? -- to tweet his threats. The president can’t unilaterally regulate or close the companies, and…
Looting erupts during Minneapolis protests over black man's killing by white police officer
Protesters clashed with riot police firing tear gas for a second night in Minneapolis on Wednesday in an outpouring of rage over the death of a black man seen in a widely circulated video growing limp and lifeless as a white officer knelt on his neck. The video, taken by…
Egyptian government prepares new economic stimulus package
CAIRO: The Egypt government has introduced a new economic stimulus package in light of the economic setbacks caused by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and the country’s subsequent lockdown. The new package, submitted by Minister of Planning and Economic Development Dr. Hala El-Said, allocates more than 50 billion Egyptian pounds ($3 billion) to support the tourism
Pelosi says Trump’s push for in-person convention is just an ego trip
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday took a jab at President Donald Trump’s hopes to have an in-person Republican Party convention this summer, saying...
Westgate shooting suspect charged with attempted murder among 41 counts
Charges against the accused Westgate mass shooter now include attempt to commit first degree murder.
Bipartisan opposition leaves surveillance bill in doubt
WASHINGTON (AP) — Legislation extending surveillance authorities that the FBI sees as vital in fighting terrorism was thrown into doubt as President Donald Trump threatened a veto and Republican leaders...
Mail-in voting could turn Election Day into Election Week
A shift to mail voting is increasing the chances that Americans will not know the winner of November’s presidential race on election night, a scenario that is fueling worries about...
Trump continues to claim broad powers he doesn’t have
WASHINGTON (AP) — Threatening to shut down Twitter for flagging false content. Claiming he can “override" governors who dare to keep churches closed to congregants. Asserting the “absolute authority” to...
US House Passes China Sanctions Bill Over Uighur Detentions, Measure Heads to Trump
The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed legislation calling for sanctions against Chinese officials for the detention and torture of Uighur Muslims in...
Official Says Pentagon Could ‘Rapidly’ Prepare New Nuke Test as US Exits Open Skies Treaty
As the US exits a key, confidence-building international treaty, a top Pentagon official has stated the US is capable of preparing a nuclear weapons test in just...
Boris Johnson challenged over 'unequal impact of coronavirus on women'
Senior MPs also grilled the prime minister about topics including Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham at the height of lockdown and the new test and trace system.
Ford unveils technology that ROASTS the inside of police vehicles at 133 degrees Fahrenheit in an effort to kill coronavirus concentrations
A new piece of software introduced by the automaker and designed specifically for its line of Police Interceptor Utility vehicles cranks heat inside the cars to 133 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
Labour reforms: Centre to tell states not to rewrite laws
As reported by FE earlier, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat proposed/issued orders, suspending key provisions of labour laws.
Manish Sisodia asks school principals to chalk out micro-plan for reopening of educational institutions
Sisodia, who is also the Education Minister, said there cannot be a common plan for reopening all schools as the context of every school is different.
CAI urges Centre to take steps to control desert locust attack
In a representation to both the ministers, Atul Ganatra, president, CAI said that sowing of cotton in north India is complete to the extent of 80%.
Minneapolis Protesters Loot Target Amid Outcry over Death of George Floyd
Protesters in Minneapolis continued to express their discontent on Wednesday as many began looting a local Target. Scores of other protesters came ...
Filthy Rich: A Complete Timeline of Jeffrey Epstein's Life and Crimes
Millionaire financier Jeffrey Epstein, the center of Netflix's documentary Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, led a mysterious and yet completely public life. The
If an MP heckles in a virtual House of Commons, does it make a sound?
Conservative MP Cathy McLeod tried gamely Wednesday to adhere to a long-standing parliamentary tradition, heckling her rivals across the aisle in the House of Commons for an answer that wasn't up to snuff.
Sreelekha to be Kerala's first woman DGP, to head Fire & Rescue Services Department
R Sreelekha will be the first woman Director General of Police in Kerala after the state government on Wednesday appointed her as Fire and Rescue Services DGP as part of a major reshuffle. The state
Moscow to ease coronavirus lockdown restrictions from Monday: mayor
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin on Wednesday announced an easing of the Russian capital's coronavirus lockdown starting June 1, including the reopening of non-food shops. "Today we can already talk
India carefully monitoring political situation in Nepal: Sources
India is carefully monitoring the situation in Nepal, government sources said on Wednesday after the Nepalese government deferred its plan to bring in a constitutional amendment to update its new map
62% believe Modi govt either met or exceeded their expectations: Survey
In the survey, 56 per cent of participants were of the view that Modi govt has not been able to address unemployment situation in the country.
Flood, COVID-19 double whammy in Assam: One death, 2.71 lakh affected in flood; 92 new COVID-19 cases in 24-hours
Flood in Assam claimed one life on Wednesday and affected over 2.71 lakh people in 11 districts as the state government stepped up efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the relief camps. A man
US ends sanction waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal
Move, announced by Pompeo, brings deal further to brink of collapse
Allies blast Donald Trump's murder conspiracy theory
Prominent Republicans and usually supportive media outlets have criticised Trump for spreading unfounded conspiracy theories about the death of a Florida woman.
WA sends bureaucrat to China on 'Belt and Road' mission after Premier rules out deal with Beijing
The WA government has sent a senior bureaucrat on a mission to China organised by an organisation advising the Victorian government on its Belt and Road Initiative deal with Beijing.
Legal opposition to opening schools on hold, pending gazetting by Angie Motshekga
Sentiments shared by concerned parents included that ‘the education department is sending our children into a deadly storm; our children are better at home than at schools where they are exposed to the coronavirus and schools should resume when the peak is over’.
Wike cancels lockdown, imposes curfew - The Nation Nigeria
Rivers State Government has cancelled its former decision to resume lockdown of the capital city, comprising Obio/Akpor and Port Harcourt ...
Nepal defers amendment on updating its map
The delay indicates a rethink on the disputed sites and proof that back-channels are in operation
Mary-Kate Olsen's ex Olivier Sarkozy 'moved his ex-wife' into mansion 'the moment' she left
Mary-Kate Olsen's estranged husband Oliver Sarkozy reportedly moved his ex-wife, Charlotte Bernard, their two children and his mother into their shared home as soon as she left
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment
WASHINGTON, May 28 — US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said yesterday China had undermined Hong Kong's autonomy so fundamentally that the territory no longer warranted special treatment under US law, a potentially big blow to its status as a major financial hub. Pompeo's certification to the US...
Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> Congress voted today to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries.
Will mail-in voting turn Election Day into Election Week? | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A shift to mail voting is increasing the chances that Americans will not know the winner of November’s presidential race on election night, a scenario that is fueling worries about whether President Donald Trump will use the delay to sow doubts about the results.
Honolulu shines in nationwide solar study released today | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
For the seventh year in a row, Honolulu topped a list of 50 cities nationwide for solar PV installed per capita; it also placed third in total existing solar PV capacity installed to date, according to a survey of 5o large urban centers released today by the nonprofit organizations Environment America Research & Policy Center and Frontier Group.
Kalaeloa church fire being investigated as arson | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Honolulu police launched an arson investigation involving an early morning church fire in Kalaeloa that investigators determined as intentionally set.
New Jersey hits testing benchmark, plans stronger contact tracing next month
“We are far better equipped to deal with a second wave than we … were for the first wave,” said Gov. Phil Murphy Wednesday.
Maryland lifts more coronavirus restrictions, will allow outdoor dining
Maryland is set to lift additional statewide coronavirus restrictions, and restaurants will be allowed to begin outdoor dining this weekend, Gov. Larry Hogan (R) announced.
House passes bill that would sanction Chinese officials over Xinjiang camps
The House on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed legislation that would impose sanctions on senior Chinese officials responsible for the forced labor camps that have targeted Uighur Muslims and other
FBI investigating 'Zoom bombings' involving child sexual abuse
The FBI announced Wednesday that it is seeking information on victims of so-called “Zoom bombings” that contain videos of child sexual abuse, calling such instances a “violent crime.”
Trump asks DOJ, FBI to expedite probe into George Floyd death
President Trump on Wednesday said he asked the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI to expedite an investigation into the death of George Floyd, who died in the custody of Minneapolis police earlier
118 escape from isolation centres
A total of 118 people have so far escaped from Covid-19 quarantine and isolation centres countrywide in separate incidents while police have arrested 41 738 people for violating lockdown regulations and the Liquor Act.
Cop bashed for dating gold dealer’s ex-wife
A Kwekwe gold dealer was on Monday arrested after he assaulted a police officer in a dispute over a woman.
TSL bosses acquitted again
Harare Regional Magistrate Mrs Sandra Mupindu has, for the second time, acquitted three Tobacco Sales Limited (TSL) bosses accused of selling a farm for US$600 000 after it had been gazetted by Government for acquisition under the land reform programme.
Why we want to amend National Art Endowment Act —FG
Alhaji Lai Mohammed has said the Federal Government has concluded plans to amend the Act establishing the National Endowment for the Arts
Filing annual returns: LIRS extends deadline to June 30
Lagos State Internal Revenue Service, LIRS, has extended the deadline for filing of Annual Tax Returns to June 30 due to Coronavirus pandemic
Disney+ Gets New Superheroes in SECRET SOCIETY OF SECOND-BORN ROYALS
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US President Trump: If the FISA Bill is passed tonight on the House floor, I will quickly VETO it.
While parting ways from a sustained attack on China, US President Donald Trump recently tweeted his dissent for the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance
'I have not killed any Tutsis': Alleged financier of Rwandan genocide denies involvement after decades on the run
The accused financier of the genocide of 800,000 men, women, and children denied he was responsible after being captured this month in France.
Trump to mull 'targeted' response to China's encroachment on Hong Kong
President Trump could impose personal sanctions on Chinese communist officials as part of a range of responses to Beijing’s infringement on Hong Kong’s traditional legal rights, according to a senior State Department official.
Trump says he will get 'very full report' on death of George Floyd
President Trump said he will receive a White House briefing on the death of George Floyd, a black man who died while in custody of Minneapolis police officers.
New York's Cuomo says Congress 'abusing' states worst hit by coronavirus
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Russia postpones July BRICS summit due to coronavirus
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia said on Wednesday it has decided to postpone the summit of the BRICS nations, initially scheduled to be held in St.
"Move on" says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists
By William James and Elizabeth Piper LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a
Major Fire At South Mumbai Hotel, At Least 25 Rescued
At least 25 people were rescued after a major fire broke out in a five-storey hotel in south Mumbai on Wednesday night, officials said.
US COVID-19 Death Count Crosses 1,00,000-Mark: Report
The United States has now recorded more than 100,000 coronavirus-related deaths, Johns Hopkins University reported Wednesday -- a somber milestone and by far the highest total in the world.
You can vote for Joe Biden without discrediting Tara Reade, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Whether or not Tara Reade's accusation is true, it is certainly credible, and people working to discredit her are telling on themselves.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Surrey to pay TransLink $30M in land, $9M in cash for work on cancelled LRT
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Report: Israel tried to save architect of Sudan-Israel relations, but she died of corona - Foreign Affairs
Flight that took off from Israel to Sudan and caused speculation reportedly aimed to save diplomat, but she ultimately died of coronavirus.
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The novel coronavirus has killed more than 100,000 people in the United States, according to a Reuters tally on Wednesday, even as the slowdown in deaths encouraged businesses to reopen and Americans…
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Nokia veteran Sari Baldauf takes over as 5G battle rages
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Emily Maitlis to miss Newsnight after BBC criticises her Dominic Cummings row coverage
Emily Maitlis will not present Wednesday's episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.
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3 suspects arrested in connection with the murder of a woman in Kabul city
The security forces arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of a woman a day before the first day of Eid in Kabul city.
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The U.S. commanders are discussing options for significantly reducing the U.S. troops in Afghanistan, a move that could bring all U.S. troops back before the voters go to the polls in next presidential elections.
You can vote for Joe Biden without discrediting Tara Reade
Whether or not Tara Reade's accusation is true, it is certainly credible, and people working to discredit her are telling on themselves.
Three subcontractors working on App State campus test positive for COVID-19
Health officials confirmed that three subcontractors working on the Appalachian State University campus tested positive for the coronavirus.
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Tim Shipton lets out a deep breath. A laugh quickly follows.The Edmonton Oilers senior vice-president of communications and government relations is ponderin
If an MP heckles in a virtual House of Commons, does it make a sound?
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OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expects to have a comprehensive conversation with Canada's premiers about immediate and long-term reforms of the coun
Police welcome doctors with roses in Kashmir
This comes a day after doctors held protests against harassment at the hands of policemen during lockdown
Mary-Kate Olsen's ex Olivier Sarkozy 'moved his ex-wife' into mansion 'the moment' she left
Mary-Kate Olsen's estranged husband Oliver Sarkozy reportedly moved his ex-wife, Charlotte Bernard, their two children and his mother into their shared home as soon as she left
Piers Morgan backs Emily Maitlis in Cummings 'impartiality row' against 'BBC weasels'
Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan has hit out at BBC management after Emily Maitlis was replaced on Newsnight after transgressing impartiality lines
'Trans-Tasman bubble' between Australia and New Zealand could open in September
A travel industry group working to establish a 'Trans-Tasman bubble' says it will present a plan to both governments early next month and eyes flights resuming as early as September.
RFE/RL: Ukrainian court finds Lviv student guilty of torching RFE/RL reporter's car
The 19-year-old university student admitted his guilt to the court and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors.
Senate Democrats take on GOP court-packing in blistering new report
The senators pointed to conservative activist Leonard Leo as the driving force behind the many of the president's appointments.
Peter Manfredonia, UConn student accused of deadly crime spree, arrested in Maryland
A fugitive college student suspected in two Connecticut slayings has been caught in Maryland, police announced late Wednesday night.
CNN's opinion-fueled anchors 'disqualify themselves' from moderating the upcoming presidential debates, critics say
CNN has had a strong presence in the presidential debates in the past two elections cycles as its anchors landed the coveted honor of being selected as a debate moderator but the network's drastic shift towards opinion-fueled coverage towards President Trump may prevent them from even being considered as a serious selection in the upcoming debates in the fall.
Ilhan Omar: Minnesota officer should be 'charged with murder' in George Floyd death
Rep. Ilhan Omar called for murder charges against one of the Minneapolis police officers involved in the death of George Floyd – who was handcuffed and pinned down with a knee on his neck and later died.
COVID-19: Kogi finally joins the list as Nigeria records 389 cases — highest daily toll
Exactly three months after the index COVID-19 case in Nigeria, the country has had its highest daily toll ever, and with Kogi state recording its first two cases. An Italian
US first country to report 100,000 coronavirus deaths
The United States has surpassed the grim milestone of 100,000 coronavirus deaths.
VIDEO: Man sets Armadale cafe alight
Police are hunting for a man who forced his way into an Armadale cafe earlier this month, armed with a gas cylinder and a jerry can of accelerant, and lit a fire. The man broke into the back door o…
CCTV captures arsonist setting an Armadale cafe alight
Police are hunting for a man who forced his way into an Armadale cafe earlier this month, armed with a gas cylinder and a jerry can of accelerant, and lit a fire. The man broke into the back door o…
Army’s evaluation of Starlink broadband to focus on reliability, vulnerability
Gen. Murray: “It’s about figuring out what capabilities they can provide, and what vulnerabilities do they have?"
Refrain from running regular trains for a month: States to Centre
State governments, including Odisha, Rajasthan, Bihar, Chhattisgarh and West Bengal have told the Centre that resumption of passenger rail service would lead to a further increase in Covid-19 cases.
UConn fugitive Peter Manfredonia may have been spotted in Uber to Maryland
The machete-wielding University of Connecticut student who is being hunted for a killing spree may have last been seen fleeing south across the Maryland state line in an Uber, according to a report
National security law enactment to start
Despite how hard some Western media outlets depict swarms of illegal protesters in Hong Kong as
WA sends bureaucrat to China on 'Belt and Road' mission after Premier rules out deal with Beijing
The WA government has sent a senior bureaucrat on a mission to China organised by an organisation advising the Victorian government on its Belt and Road Initiative deal with Beijing.
America to face the hardest job losses due to pandemic, ILO says
The Americas will bear the brunt of an estimated 305 million job losses that the COVID-19 pandemic will cause worldwide between April and June, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) said on Wednesday.
Canadian judge OKs U.S. extradition case for Weng Wanzhou to proceed
May 27 (UPI) -- A judge in Canada ruled Wednesday that the United States can continue its fight to extradite a senior Huawei executive arrested in 2018 on conspiracy and fraud charges.
Long Beach hit-and-run: Man, dog killed by burglary suspect in crash during police chase
A man and his dog were killed in a hit-and-run crash involving a burglary suspect who was fleeing from police in Long Beach Tuesday night.
You can vote for Joe Biden without discrediting Tara Reade
We all experience cognitive dissonance, or the state of having inconsistent thoughts or beliefs. For example, we know it’s important to be active, but we spend most of our days rotating between our desks, couches, and beds. Getting exercise isn’t fun, but it’s important for our health, so we feel guilty about not doing it.
Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republicans warned on Wednesday that legislation passed by the Democratic-controlled U.S. House of Representatives during the coronavirus pandemic may not become law if lawmakers are allowed to cast votes remotely under a new voting system.
Las Vegas boy, 8, dies after drinking chemicals in soda bottle
A 8-year-old Las Vegas boy died in May days after he ingested chemicals that were stored in a soda bottle, according to a Clark County Department of Family Services report.
Nevada Supreme Court says judge retaliated at sentencing
The Nevada Supreme Court has decided that a Clark County judge went too far when he sentenced a defendant in a robbery case to life in prison without parole.
COVID-19 Informer: Boris Johnson still in hot water, US passes 100,000 coronavirus deaths
Our COVID-19 Informer will keep you up to date with everything you need to know today.
Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane pushes for new safety measures in bars and clubs
Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane said Wednesday he's working with owners of bars and clubs in Old Town's Entertainment District after videos and images showed packed spots over Memorial Day weekend.
Executive Order on Social Media Companies Will Be Signed on Thursday - White House
President Trump earlier threatened to put regulations or even shut down social media sites, including Twitter, after the latter labeled the president's tweets with...
German Presidency in EU to Prioritize Relations With US, China, Merkel Says
BERLIN (Sputnik) - Relations with China and the United States, as well as broader transatlantic cooperation, are going to be the priorities of Germany's upcoming...
Tulsi Gabbard Drops Defamation Suit Against Hillary Clinton, Cites Need to Defeat Trump
Former Democratic presidential candidate Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI) withdrew her defamation lawsuit against former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Wednesday.
'Justice Will Be Served': Trump Says FBI, DoJ Probe in George Floyd Murder Will Be 'Expedited'
US President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he had personally requested the federal investigations into the "tragic death" of 46-year-old Minneapolis, Minnesota...
Piers Morgan and Stacey Dooley lead support for Newsnight's Emily Maitlis
'Emily has been reprimanded. And Dominic Cummings hasn’t.'
"Everyone Is Shocked": CBS News Hit Hard by Layoffs
"I’m really sorry," network president Susan Zirinsky said Wednesday on an all-staff Zoom meeting about the cuts. "There is not a person who won’t be missed."
Number of children caught in school with drugs including HEROIN is up by more than a quarter in four years, new figures show
Rising numbers of children have been caught in school with drugs that include heroin, an investigation reveals. Between 2016 and 2019, 2,600 cases were reported in England and Wales.
Hikers, 23, who spent 19 DAYS lost in the bush reveal how they survived - and why finding a footprint saved their lives
Dion Reynolds and Jessica O'Connor, both 23, went camping at Anatori Valley in Kahurangi National Park, in New Zealand's South Island, on May 9.
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China
''Hong Kong does not continue to warrant treatment under United States laws in the same manner as U.S. laws were applied to Hong Kong before July 1997," Pompeo said in a statement.
Coronavirus latest: at a glance
A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak
Police: 2 officers shot, woman found dead in North Dakota
Police say two law enforcement officers and a suspect have been shot and a woman was found dead at an apartment in a North Dakota city.
Here's When You Can Expect Tattoo Parlors to Open Back Up in Each State
The coronavirus pandemic is nowhere near over, but nearly all states in the US have officially introduced plans to reopen their economies after several weeks
Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon
The government has stepped up efforts to control spread of swarms of locust, a crop damaging migratory pests, in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh, and plans to soon deploy drones for
3-year-old boy falls into borewell in Telangana; rescue operations on
A three-year-old boy slipped into a borewell of over 120 feet in Medak district of Telangana on Wednesday evening. The incident occurred in an agricultural field in Podchanpalli village, where Sai
Karnataka govt prepares for locust attack as crop-eaters march to Maharashtra
Fearing the invasion of a massive locust swarm that has reached parts of Maharashtra, authorities are desperately hoping for a change in wind direction — currently flowing in North-South direction — to prevent the flying insects from approaching the northern parts of Karnataka.
Strategic affairs experts criticise Trump's offer to mediate between India and China on border row
India and China have a robust mechanism to resolve their long-pending border dispute and there was no scope for any third party intervention, strategic affairs experts said on Wednesday, criticising
Government invests $700 million to protect fresh waterways, announces raft of new regulations
The Government has earmarked $700 million to help the primary sector and other groups implement the new rules.
Swiss sex workers offer just two sexual positions for safety during COVID-19 pandemic
It's to avoid "droplet transmission" in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
What is double criminality? Meng Wanzhou ruling explained
The alleged fraud that Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou is accused of committing by U.S. authorities would be considered a crime in Canada if it happened here, a British Columbia judge ruled Wednesday, marking a major loss for the powerful Chinese businesswoman in her ongoing extradition battle.
Trump to sign executive order on social media amid Twitter furor
‘Big Tech is doing everything in their very considerable power to CENSOR in advance of the 2020 Election,’ Trump tweets.
‘Oluwa made LASU’s Faculty of Law tick’ - The Nation Nigeria News
More tributes are being showered on the former Pro-Chancellor/Chairman of Lagos State University (LASU) Justice Isiaka Oluwa.
Covid-19 and governance: What should be govt’spriorities?
Across the world, Covid-19 has brought with it incredibly sad realities of deaths and illnesses unimaginable almost a year ago-altering significantly
As buses start plying, migrants try to leave again, stopped again
Buses headed towards Old Delhi Railway station also registered a sizeable ridership, even around 3.30 pm when the heat had peaked. While passengers boarding these buses were not thermally screened, not more than two were being placed in each row. However, marshals could not be spotted at bus stops.
Trump to sign executive order on social media today, says White House
WASHINGTON, May 28 — US President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies today, White House officials said after Trump threatened to shut down the platform he accused of stifling conservative voices. The officials, who spoke to reporters travelling with Trump to...
Total coronavirus cases in Gulf Arab states surpass 200,000, tally shows
DUBAI, May 28 — The number of coronavirus cases in the six Gulf Arab states doubled in less than a month to surpass 200,000 yesterday, according to a Reuters' tally, at a time the region's two biggest economies move to resume activity. Coronavirus infections in the energy producing region, which...
US coronavirus deaths top 100,000 as country reopens
WASHINGTON, May 28 — The novel coronavirus has killed more than 100,000 people in the United States, according to a Reuters tally yesterday, even as the slowdown in deaths encouraged businesses to reopen and Americans to emerge from more than two months of lockdowns. About 1,400 Americans have...
'Move on' says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists
LONDON, May 28 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain yesterday to move on from what he described as a “very, very frustrating episode” when his closest adviser provoked outrage for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown. Dominic Cummings has refused to quit after...
Hawley: Twitter Should Lose Tech Legal Immunity for Editorializing Speech
Josh Hawley sent a letter to Twitter, questioning why they should continue to receive legal immunity when they editorialize Trump's tweets.
President Trump Will Sign Executive Order on Social Media Censorship
President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media censorship amid rapidly intensifying political bias from the Silicon Valley Masters of the Universe.
Contact tracing system launched amid mounting Tory anger over Cummings
It will see people with Covid-19 having their contacts traced in a bid to cut off routes of transmission for the virus and control local flare-ups.
Britain’s parks and green spaces under threat, charity warns
Millions of people in the UK are without a local park despite their critical role during the Covid-19 lockdown.
BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds
‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.
Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old
An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.
Period poverty getting worse under lockdown, charity says
Plan International UK said the Covid-19 crisis has made it harder for girls and women to manage their periods safely.
Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds
The annual national star count revealed 61% of people can see 10 stars or fewer in the constellation Orion.
Trump threatens to veto FISA bill ahead of House vote
President Trump is threatening to veto legislation reauthorizing expired government surveillance tools if it passes in the House, citing “massive abuse” of the government powers in the Russia
Huge boost for International Foto Biennale
Councillors voted to give an enormous funding boost to the Ballarat International Foto Biennale in the hope a revamped event will help the city recover from the COVID-19 crisis.
FG to release guidelines on school reopening - Boss Mustapha
Following lockdown of schools due to covid-19, FG has disclosed that it would soon roll out course of action for the reopening of these learning institutions.
Police: 2 officers shot, woman found dead in North Dakota
Police say two law enforcement officers and a suspect have been shot and a woman was found dead at an apartment in a North Dakota city.
Pakistan condemns commencement of temple construction at site of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya: FO
"The RSS-BJP combine in India is busy unabashedly advancing the 'Hindutva' agenda," says FO spokesperson Aisha Farooqui.
Trump vows to veto House FISA bill
President Trump promised to veto the FISA bill currently on the House floor.
Banning Trump from Twitter would be a disservice to the public, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Twitter provides greater transparency into lawmakers' thinking. That's a good thing, especially when they're metaphorically showing their rear ends.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Victim in police encounter had started new life in Minnesota
Before he died after being pinned for minutes beneath a Minneapolis police officer's knee, George Floyd was suffering the same fate as millions of Americans during the coronavirus pandemic: out of work and looking for a new job.
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, under plans approved Wednesday by a city task force.
US ends sanctions waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal - Middle East
Pompeo announces he will be ending the sanctions waiver for projects related to the Iranian nuclear agreement, effective in 60 days.
ODM to kick out 9 MPs for working with Ruto
At least 10 legislators to lose their committee membership while two others will be moved to less influential positions
All 3 Detroit automakers had workers test positive for COVID-19 since plants reopened
In the week since U.S. auto factories reopened after coronavirus lockdowns, workers at all three Detroit automakers have tested positive for ...
All three Detroit automakers had workers test positive for COVID-19 since plants reopened
In the week since U.S. auto factories reopened after coronavirus lockdowns, workers at all three Detroit automakers have tested positive for ...
Iran changes tack in Iraqi politics after Soleimani assassination
Two diplomats are quietly leading Iran's push to influence politics in Iraq, in a departure from the more blunt enforcement employed by Qassem ...
Trump to sign executive order on social media on Thursday: White House
U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies on Thursday, White House officials said after Trump threatened ...
Putin says worst case coronavirus scenario in Moscow averted as lockdown unwinds
MOSCOW: President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday (May 27) that Moscow, the epicentre of Russia's coronavirus outbreak, had succeeded in ...
Trump to sign executive order on social media on Thursday - White House
U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies on Thursday, White House officials said after Trump threatened ...
‘Too much venom’: Lombardy governor reveals reasons for police escort
The governor of Lombardy, the northern region at the epicentre of Italy's coronavirus outbreak, says he has been given a police escort after growing
FO condemns commencement of construction at Babri Mosque site
The rising tide of religious bigotry in India is well-documented by human rights organizations
Govt spokespersons should acknowledge figures of 2017-18: Jahangir Tareen
Jahangir Tareen said he was the only mill owner who paid full price of sugarcane to farmers
In a first, drone used to clear locust swarms in Chomu
India News: In a first, the state agriculture department is using a drone to clear locusts in the state. The first batch of tailor-made drones given by the Union
Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old
An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.
Period poverty getting worse under lockdown, charity says
Plan International UK said the Covid-19 crisis has made it harder for girls and women to manage their periods safely.
Vulnerable people shielding from coronavirus see incomes slide, charity warns
Citizens Advice research revealed 41% of people in the shielded group said they have lost at least 20% of their income since the outbreak began.
Britain’s parks and green spaces under threat, charity warns
Millions of people in the UK are without a local park despite their critical role during the Covid-19 lockdown.
BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds
‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.
Horgan likes idea of NHL playoffs in Vancouver, but won't bend the rules
VICTORIA - British Columbia has entered the longest period in a state of emergency in its history and there's no end in sight, says Premier John Horgan.Horg
B.C. extends state of emergency, prepares for week of potential new cases post economic restart
B.C.’s state of emergency has been extended for another two weeks, making it the longest period that emergency orders have been in place.Premier John
Coronavirus | 20,000 women from SHGs to be trained in Odisha
Mission Shakti has been started to check community spread of the infection.
Rough squall in Kolkata brings back Amphan fears
The Regional Meteorological Centre and Department had warned of a storm earlier.
Manohar to step down as ICC chairman
The ICC is set to discuss the process to elect its new chief at its board meeting today.
SBI summons Poroshenko for questioning in two cases on May 29
The second case concerns his phone talks with the then U.S. Vice President Joe Biden.
Navy admiral submits results of probe on virus-infected ship
The Navy's top admiral on Wednesday received the results of an internal investigation into the spread of the coronavirus aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt and the firing of the aircraft carrier's skipper in April. The report is not expected to be made public until decisions are made about potentially
UK PM Johnson to go to Brussels next month for Brexit talks: The Times
Britain's negotiator with the European Union, David Frost, said Johnson will meet the presidents of the European Commission and Council to formally assess the state of the talks, according to the newspaper. Talks on a new pact to cover everything from trade to fisheries to security from 2021 had
ICC Orders PA’s Abbas to Decide — Oslo Accords Dead or Alive?
The entire ICC document, without exception, appears to be an argument in defense of the position of the Palestinian Authority.
Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old
An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.
Period poverty getting worse under lockdown, charity says
Plan International UK said the Covid-19 crisis has made it harder for girls and women to manage their periods safely.
Contact tracing system launched amid mounting Tory anger over Cummings
It will see people with Covid-19 having their contacts traced in a bid to cut off routes of transmission for the virus and control local flare-ups.
Vulnerable people shielding from coronavirus see incomes slide, charity warns
Citizens Advice research revealed 41% of people in the shielded group said they have lost at least 20% of their income since the outbreak began.
Britain’s parks and green spaces under threat, charity warns
Millions of people in the UK are without a local park despite their critical role during the Covid-19 lockdown.
NHS Providers warns ‘key bits still to be built’ as test and trace begins
Health Secretary Matt Hancock says it is the public’s civic duty to make mass contact tracing work, Hancock says
BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds
‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.
Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds
The annual national star count revealed 61% of people can see 10 stars or fewer in the constellation Orion.
Thiessen rips Obama administration over FISA debacle: FBI abuses have 'damaged a vital institution'
Fox News contributor and Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen said Wednesday that the Obama administration's abuse of law enforcement surveillance tools to undermine President Trump have hurt a "vital institution we need to keep this country safe."
Texas AG Ken Paxton: Trump is right and Twitter ‘fact check’ is wrong – mail-in ballot fraud is a real problem
Twitter purported Tuesday to “fact check” two tweets by President Trump in which the president pointed out – accurately – that mail-in ballots present substantial risks of election fraud. I strongly disagree with Twitter.
Inmate with keys stomps head in a shocking night of Malmsbury violence
FIRST on the RUMOUR FILE A prison guard at a youth detention centre has had his head stomped in a shocking outbreak of violence. Police and paramedics were called to the Malmsbury Youth Justice Cen…
MVA works to cushion itself in both houses
Given the fact that many non-NDA state governments have been ambushed by BJPs central leadership, the Maharashtra ruling front has been taking precaution to try and checkmate such moves. Sources say it has also been taking care to sort out divergent views through consultations.
Bar Council urges Supreme Court to open physical courts from June 1
In a letter to the CJI, Bar Council of India chairman MK Mishra pointed out that 80% of court work in the Indian judicial system relates to trial courts while the rest comprise appeals, revisions and writ petitions.
‘Unbiased’ Department of Education just got caught playing rank politics
“It might be problematic for word to get out that the DOE is encouraging folks to make noise,” wrote anti-testing activist Miriam Nunberg. But word did get out, and “problematic” isn’t
Man arrested in murder of woman found naked in Bronx trash can
A 39-year-old man has been arrested for the murder of a woman who was found naked and stuffed head-first into a Bronx trash can last month, the NYPD announced Wednesday. Khphruan Campbell was arrested
Twitter fact-checks China official after Post presses on Trump double standard
Confronted with an apparent double standard in its lack of fact-check warnings on tweets by a Chinese government spokesman versus the hardline it took with President Trump this week, Twitter on
New York’s no-bail laws claim another horrific victim
She’s in a vegetative state and expected to die in days after a brutal assault and rape — and she’s another victim of the state’s demented bail “reforms”: Her alleged attacker was released
Fake signs warning of murder hornets spotted in Washington
“These signs - as most of the reports suspected [sightings] - are FAKE,” the department posted on Facebook along with a photo of the signs slapped with the official seal of the Washington
Trump says FBI, DOJ probing ‘very sad’ death of George Floyd
President Trump on Wednesday called the death of Minnesota man George Floyd at the hands of white cops there a “very, very sad event” as he revealed an FBI-DOJ probe into the death. The
300 held as thousands protest over security laws in Hong Kong
Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.
Covid-19 Locator Form mandatory for overseas arrivals from today
From today, passengers arriving into Ireland from overseas will be required to complete a Covid-19 Passenger Locator Form.
The Irish Times view on Ireland’s peacekeepers: A breakdown in trust
The delayed redeployment of Irish personnel points to a loss of trust between the Department of Defence and the officer class
The Irish Times view on the economic outlook: Counting on a swift recovery
New reports from economic think tanks are valuable in trying to see through the fog of what lies ahead
Violent confrontation between deputy, driver in Lynwood caught on video
Disturbing video shows what appears to be a controversial use of force by a Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy entering a vehicle.
Only 'remote' chance of recertifying Hong Kong autonomy in future, Pompeo says
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told the U.S. Congress on Wednesday that China “has shed any pretense” that the people of Hong Kong enjoy the autonomy required by law, in a report certifying his determination that the territory no long warrants special treatment.
Trump says Justice Dept. probing death of unarmed black man in Minneapolis
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the Justice Department and the FBI are investigating the case of an unarmed black man who died while in police custody in Minneapolis.
Las Vegas ranks top 10 for solar energy, according to report
In Environment America Research & Policy Center’s seventh annual report on solar energy in major American cities, the city is ranked seventh in solar energy supply per capita and 10th in ...
SAARC Psychiatric Federation calls for action to address psychological sufferings amid COVID-19 pandemic
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DAVV pitching for admissions through CET, may hold exam in August
The DAVV is going to go for online CET again this year but this time it is opting for NTA which has reputation of holding online exams successfully.
BJP accuses Digvijaya Singh of flouting social distancing norms, party MLA alleges him of helping Jamaatis to spread coronavirus in Bhopal
Congress lashed at the BJP for making unnecessary political issue out of a social service extended to needy people during the lockdown.
Russian Military Names Group Behind Attack on Turkish Patrol in Syria
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Militants of the "Al-Islamad-Turkestani"* group were behind a bomb attack on a Turkish patrol in the Idlib de-escalation zone, in which one Turkish...
US-Canada Team Locates Fuselage of Lost Military Helicopter, Crew Remains
TORONTO (Sputnik) - A joint US-Canadian recovery team has located the remains of Canadian crew members and a piece of the fuselage from a military helicopter lost in...
Some countries could be exempt from UK quarantine rules, Boris Johnson says
So-called 'air bridges' could give hope to those still dreaming of a summer holiday without having to self-isolate when they get back.
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Katie Razzall took the broadcaster's place.
Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds
The annual national star count revealed 61% of people can see 10 stars or fewer in the constellation Orion.