Minneapolis cop who knelt on man’s neck charged with murder

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday and charged with murder in a case that sparked protests across the United States and violence in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis: Ex-cop who knelt on African-American man’s neck charged with murder

Derek Chauvin, the officer who is seen on a bystander's cellphone video kneeling on George Floyd's neck on Monday before he died has been charged with third-degree murder.The cellphone footage showed Floyd repeatedly moaning and gasping while he pleaded to Chauvin, kneeling on his neck, 'Please, I can't breathe'

Minneapolis cop who knelt on man's neck charged with murder

Arrested made after 3 days of often-violent protests across Minneapolis and St. Paul

US policeman who knelt on neck of black man George Floyd charged with third-degree murder

A sacked Minneapolis police officer who knelt on the neck of George Floyd, a black man who was handcuffed and later died, was arrested and charged with third-degree murder Friday.

iN VIDEO: Minneapolis cop who knelt on man's neck charged with murder

MINNEAPOLIS - The police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that

Minneapolis cop who knelt on handcuffed George Floyd arrested

Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington said state investigators arrested Derek Chauvin, who was one of four officers fired this week, but he did not provide details.

Minneapolis cop who knelt on neck of George Floyd is charged with murder | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

MINNEAPOLIS >> The white Minneapolis police officer seen on video kneeling on George Floyd’s neck was arrested on murder charges today and accused in court papers of ignoring another officer who was worried about the handcuffed black man who died after pleading that he could not breathe.

Minneapolis cop who knelt on handcuffed black man charged with murder

The white Minneapolis police officer seen on video kneeling on George Floyd's neck was arrested on murder charges Friday and accused in court papers of ignoring another officer who was worried about the handcuffed black man who died after pleading that he could not breathe.

Minneapolis cop who knelt on handcuffed black man George Floyd charged with 3rd degree murder, manslaughter

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz on Friday promised swift justice in the death of George Floyd but also pleaded with looters and violent protestors that have set fire to Minneapolis to stop so the city could restore justice and order. 

Minneapolis cop seen kneeling on George Floyd charged with murder

May 29 (UPI) -- A former Minneapolis police officer seen kneeling on the neck of George Floyd before he died during an arrest this week has been charged with murder, Minnesota prosecutors said Friday.

Minneapolis officer who knelt on man’s neck charged with murder

The white Minneapolis police officer seen on video kneeling on George Floyd’s neck was arrested on murder charges Friday and accused in court papers of ignoring another officer who was worrie...

Minneapolis terrorist who knelt on man’s neck charged with murder

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday and charged with murder in a case that sparked protests across the United States and violence in Minneapolis.

Kuwait reports 1072 new COVID-19 cases, 9 deaths

Kuwait on Friday registered 1,072 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of infections in the country, to 25,184, the state agency KUNA reported.

Malaysia reports 103 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's health ministry reported 103 new COVID-19 cases on Friday (May 29), bringing the national total to 7,732.  For the ...

Gautam Buddh Nagar reports sixth COVID-19 death, 9 new cases

A 90-year-old man who had tested positive for COVID-19 died in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar, becoming the sixth coronavirus-linked fatality here, officials said on Friday. A resident of Noida Sector 40, the man was admitted to the Sharda Hospital, a dedicated private COVID-19 facility, on

South Dakota reports 5 COVID-19 deaths, 77 cases

South Dakota has reported five new deaths from COVID-19 on Friday, along with 77 new cases, according to the Department of Health.

China-India border tension discussed at Army meet

The three-day conference began with seven Army commanders and Principal Staff Officers being briefed about the situation in eastern Ladakh and other aspects of national security.

AP Explains China India Border Tensions

Indian officials say the latest row began in early May, when Chinese soldiers entered the Indian-controlled territory of Ladakh at three different points, erecting tents and guard posts. China has sought to downplay the confrontation while providing little information. China has objected to India building

Indo-China border tension

With almost half a dozen incidents on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the past few weeks, India-China border is witness to tense situation since the Doklam stand-off in 2017. The tensions between the two powerful and Nuclear-armed countries have the potential of escalation and threatening the peace in the entire region. In the past three years in particular, both the countries have done remarkably well diplomatically to maintain peace. It is important to note that during their meetings during this period, both the Indian Prime Minister and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed that difference should be resolved before they are allowed to escalate into disputes. Besides, a clear message was sent to the two militaries to adhere to the detailed protocols already in place, such as those agreed to in 2005 and 2013. These protocols regulate the activities of troops in the contested areas that lie in between both sides overlapping claim lines of the undefined LAC. If Army Chief General Manoj Naravane wisely sought…

AP Explains: What's behind latest India-China border tension

Tensions along the China-India border high in the Himalayas have flared again in recent weeks.

President Trump Announces Termination of U.S. Relationship with WHO

President Trump announced on Friday afternoon that the United States

Donald Trump 'terminating' relationship with WHO over coronavirus

President Donald Trump has said the US will be terminating its relationship with the World Health Organisation. The president said it had failed to adequately respond to coronavirus because China has "total control" over the global organisation. He said Chinese officials "ignored" their reporting obligations to the WHO and pressured the group to mislead the world when the virus was first discovered. He noted that the US contributes about 450 million US dollars (£360 million) to the world body while China provides about 40 million dollars (£32 million). The US is the largest source of financial support to the WHO and its exit is expected to significantly weaken the organisation. President Trump said the US would be "redirecting" the money to "other worldwide and deserving urgent global public health needs", without providing specifics. The news comes days after WHO announced their decision to temporarily halt trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential coronavirus treatment, a drug Mr Trump had triumphed.

Trump announces US ‘terminating’ relationship with WHO

President Trump announced Friday that the U.S. is "terminating" its relationship with the embattled World Health Organization (WHO) over its failure to enact reforms in the face of concerns over its handling of the coronavirus pandemic and its pro-China bias.

Trump says US to sanction China for handling of Hong Kong, terminate relationship with WHO

President Donald Trump announced that the United States is cutting ties with the World Health Organization.

CNN Reporter and Camera Crew Arrested by Minneapolis Police While Covering Protests (Video)

Reporter Omar Jimenez and his crew were released an hour later

Watch: CNN Reporter, Crew Arrested During Live Minneapolis Broadcast

CNN "New Day" on Friday morning cut to correspondent Omar Jimenez as he reported on the scene in Minneapolis after protests turned violent. During the middle of the broadcast, Jimenez and his crew of a cameraman and a producer were all arrested by Minnesota | Clips

CNN Reporter Omar Jimenez Arrested Live On Air During Police Protests In Minneapolis

CNN reporter Omar Jimenez and his crew have been arrested live on air from the scene of the ongoing police brutality protests in the US.

CNN Reporter Arrested by Minnesota Police During Live Broadcast - Photo, Video

Amid the raging Minneapolis riots, US President Donald Trump has assured Minnesota Governor Tim Walz that he is ready to send in the military in the event that local...

Greece will reopen to tourists from 29 countries beginning June 15, will conduct random testing

Greece will begin lifting its coronavirus lockdown for business and travel ahead of the peak summer tourism season, officials announced Friday.

Greece: Tourists from 29 countries can fly in as of June 15

Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.

Greece: Tourists from 29 countries can fly in as of June 15

Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.

Politico says New York Gov. Cuomo's 'coronavirus halo begins to fade'

Politico took aim at Democrat New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo in a report Friday, saying his "coronavirus halo" has begun to "fade."

Cuomo’s coronavirus halo begins to fade

New York's take-charge governor turns defensive as pandemic-response scrutiny mounts.

Hawkins: 2nd Amendment Is a Bulwark when Law and Order Crumbles

The Second Amendment is a bulwark guarding Americans' ability to be prepared to defend their lives and liberty as law and order crumbles in U.S. cities.

Attorney Eric Guster: George Floyd death shows power of 'tapes, sound, and audio' to showcase police actions

Civil and criminal defense attorney Eric Guster told "The Daily Briefing" Friday that incidents like the death of George Floyd after his arrest by Minneapolis police are coming to national attention in part because they are easily filmed and disseminated.

Jackson Lee on MN Violence: We Don't Need to Hear 'If You See Looting, Then You Start Shooting' -- But Local Officials 'Acted Too Slowly'

Friday, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) weighed in on the violence that erupted Thursday in Minneapolis over the death of forgery suspect George Lloyd while in police custody. | Clips

Watch--George Floyd Warns Youth Against Gang Culture: ‘One Day It's Gonna Be You and God’

A video posted by a friend shows George Floyd warning young black men to stop living a violent lifestyle and come back to God.

Barr says federal investigation of George Floyd ‘proceeding quickly’

Attorney General Bill Barr on Friday said that the Justice Department and the FBI's “independent investigation” into the death of George Floyd to determine whether any federal civil rights laws were violated is "proceeding quickly." 

CNN's Acosta: Trump's Protest Tweet Obviously 'Incendiary, Outrageous and Just Offensive'

Friday on CNN, network White House reporter Jim Acosta criticized President Donald Trump's for his tweet about the protests, looting and fires in Minneapolis Thursday night. | Clips

Rep. Greg Steube: 'Some Left-Wing Democratic Governors Want Nothing More than to Destroy Their States' Economies'

Some left-wing Democrat governors want to damage their states' economies with extended coronavirus-related lockdowns, noted Rep. Greg Steube.

Chhattisgarh's inaugural chief minister, Ajit Jogi, dies at 74

Jogi enjoyed support among tribal and scheduled caste communities because of his easy accessibility.

Chhattisgarh's first chief minister, Ajit Jogi, dies at 74

Jogi enjoyed support among tribal and scheduled caste communities because of his easy accessibility.

First chief minister of Chhattisgarh, Ajit Jogi dies

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Ajit Jogi, first chief minister of Chhatisgarh, passes away

Ajit Jogi, who was also the first chief minister of the state, was admitted there on May 9 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home.

Former Chhattisgarh chief minister Ajit Jogi passes away

India News: Former Chhattisgarh chief minister Ajit Jogi passed away on Friday at the age of 74. Ajit Jogi was admitted to a hospital in Raipur on May 9 after he

Ajit Jogi, first Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, dies at 74

Ajit Jogi, the first Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh and a mass leader who dominated the State's politics for long, died at a private hospital here today. Continue Reading →

Ajit Jogi, first CM of Chhattisgarh, passes away at 74: Ram Nath Kovind, Narendra Modi offer condolences

Ajit Jogi, the first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, passed away on Friday at the age of 74. His son Amit Jogi made the announcement on Twitter.

Ajit Jogi, first CM of Chhattisgarh, passes away

Ajit Jogi had served as the first chief minister of Chhattisgarh from 2000 to 2003.He had suffered cardiac arrest and was on ventilator support for three weeks

Ajit Jogi, first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, dies at 74

Ajit Jogi had served as the CM of Chhattisgarh from November 2000 to November 2003 in then Congress government, after the state was carved out of Madhya Pradesh.

Former Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi passes away at 74

The news of his death was shared by his son Amit Jogi.

Ajit Jogi, Chhattisgarh’s first CM, passes away

The former bureaucrat-turned-politician, once the Adivasi face of Congress, quit the party and floated a regional outfit

Ajit Jogi, first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, dies at 74 in Raipur

Former CM Ajit Jogi had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Raipur, Chhattisgarh after he suffered a cardiac arrest on May 9 of this year.

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74. Jogi, 74, had been battling for life at the private hospital for the last 20 days and suffered a cardiac arrest in the afternoon, they said. He is survived by his wife Renu Jogi, the MLA from Kota constituency, and son Amit Jogi, a former MLA.

CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in Minneapolis

The network posted footage of correspondent Omar Jimenez speaking calmly to police with batons and riot helmets, then being handcuffed and taken away.

CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in US

CNN posts a footag­e of its corres­ponden­t speaki­ng calmly to police and then being handcu­ffed and taken away

CNN crew covering unrest arrested in Minneapolis

Police arrested a CNN crew broadcasting live from the US city of Minneapolis early on Friday while covering unrest sparked by the death of a black man at the hands of law enforcement.

CNN crew covering racial unrest released after arrest

CNN said a producer and a camera operator working with Jimenez were also arrested. The crew was later released.

Police free CNN reporter arrested live on TV covering Minneapolis

WASHINGTON, May 29 — Police in Minneapolis released a CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early this morning during violent protests in the city. Officers gave no explanation as they escorted reporter Omar Jimenez away. He had just...

Black CNN reporter, crew released after live arrest covering Minneapolis riots

Police arrested a black CNN correspondent and his crew broadcasting live from the US city of Minneapolis early Friday while covering unrest sparked by the death of a black man at the hands of law enf…

CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in Minneapolis

Police arrested a CNN crew broadcasting live from the US city of Minneapolis early on Friday while covering unrest sparked by the death of a black man at the hands of law enforcement.

CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in Minneapolis

CNN posts a footage of correspondent Omar Jimenez speaking calmly to police with batons and riot helmets, then being handcuffed and taken away

Watch: CNN journalist arrested during live report from Minneapolis riots

Watch the shocking moment when a CNN journalist and his crew were arrested during a live report about protests in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd

CNN reporter arrested live on air by Minnesota police, released an hour later

During the arrest the anchor can be heard saying, "If you're just tuning in, you are watching our correspondent being arrested".

CNN reporter arrested live on air by Minnesota police, released an hour later

During the arrest the anchor can be heard saying, "If you're just tuning in, you are watching our correspondent being arrested".

CNN crew released after they were arrested live on air in Minneapolis

A CNN crew was arrested while giving a live television report Friday morning in Minneapolis -- and then released about an hour later -- as the crew covered ongoing protests over the death in police custody of George Floyd.

No call between Trump and Modi on China border tension, says Indian govt source

“The last conversation between them was on April 4, on the subject of hydroxychloroquine."

No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a ...

No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with US President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension.

No call between Trump and Modi on China border tension: Report

PM Narendra Modi has not spoken with US President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension

No call between Trump and Modi on China border tension: official source

The neighb­ours’ troops have been facing off along the disput­ed border­

No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension: official source

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension. The neighbours' troops have been facing off along the

No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension: official source

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation’s military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension.

Policeman charged with murder of George Floyd

A Minneapolis police officer who pinned an unarmed black man with a knee to the throat before the man died has been arrested and charged with murder, a prosecutor said on Friday, after three nights of violent protests in the Midwestern city sparked by the death.

US police officer charged with murder of George Floyd

A former US police officer has been charged with the murder of African-American man George Floyd. Derek Chauvin was filmed kneeling on the neck of Mr Floyd for at least eight minutes on Monday before…

U.S. police officer charged with third degree murder of George Floyd

The Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety said, Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer involved in George Floyd's...

Stephen Jackson, 'twin' of George Floyd, speaks at rally after police officer charged with murder

Stephen Jackson, a 14-year NBA veteran who became friends with George Floyd while growing up in Texas, spoke at a rally in memory of Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in police custody after pleading that he could not breathe.

Stephen Jackson, 'twin' of George Floyd, speaks at rally after police officer charged with murder

Stephen Jackson, a 14-year NBA veteran who became friends with George Floyd while growing up in Texas, spoke at a rally in memory of Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in police custody after pleading that he could not breathe.

Renowned astrologer Bejan Daruwalla passes away

Popular astrologer Bejan Daruwalla died of lung infection on Friday at a private hospital in Ahmedabad. The 89-year-old astrologer had been admitted to the hospital last week and was on ventilator.

Noted astrologer Bejan Daruwalla passes away at 90, tweets Vijay Rupani 

Bejan Daruwalla passes away: "Saddened by the demise of renowned Astrologer Shri Bejan Daruwalla. I pray for the departed soul. My condolences. Om Shanti...," Rupani said in a tweet. 

Famous astrologer Bejan Daruwalla passes away at 89

Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was among those who expressed condolences on the death of Daruwalla.

Renowned Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla Passes Away at 89 Due to COVID-19

On Saturday, reports claimed that he had contracted coronavirus and was suffering from lung infection. He was tested COVID-19 positive on May 22.

Renowned Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla passes away

Renowned Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla passed away on Friday evening. Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani took to Twitter to offer his condolences. He wrote, "Saddened by the demise of renowned Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla. I pray for the departed soul. My condolences. Om Shanti..

Buhari extends appointment of appeal court’s acting president

President Muhammadu Buhari has extended the appointment of Monica Dongban-Mensem as the acting president of the court of appeal...

Buhari extends appointment of Dongban-Mensem as appeal court acting president

President Muhammadu Buhari has extended the appointment of M. B. Dongban-Mensem as the Acting President of the Court of Appeal (PCA) with effect from June 3 for a further period of three (3) months.

Dongban Mensem: Buhari extends appointment of president of appeal court

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the extension of the appointment of Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem as the acting president of the Court of Appeal (PCA).

Buhari extends appointment of Justice Dongban-Mensem as acting President of Court of Appeal

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the extension of the appointment of Hon. Justice M.B. Dongban-Mensem as the Acting President

Buhari Extends Acting President Of Appeal Court’s Appointment

This was contained in a statement by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Friday.

Trump claims his 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' remarks weren't a call to violence but instead a 'fact'

Trump's tweet, which was in reference to unrest in Minneapolis, was flagged as violating Twitter's rules.

‘When the looting starts, the shooting starts’: Trump threatens to call military into Minneapolis

President Trump early Friday threatened to “get the job done right” to control the violent Minneapolis protests if the city’s mayor doesn’t “get his act...

Twitter hides Trump's 'When the looting starts, the shooting starts' tweet for glorifying violence

People can still retweet the president's post with a comment, but cannot like, reply or retweet it

Twitter slaps 'glorifying violence' warning on Trump's 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' tweet

You can still read President Trump's early-Friday tweet about sending the National Guard into Minneapolis if you go to his Twitter feed, but you now have to take an extra step to read the follow-up tweet threatening: "When the looting starts, the shooting starts." That's because Twitter replaced it with this note: "This tweet violated the Twitter Rules about glorifying violence. However, Twitter has determined that it may be in the public's interest for the tweet to remain accessible." You can click the warning to read the tweet. Minneapolis is engulfed in chaotic protests over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed and handcuffed black man apparently killed by a white police officer who kneeled on his neck for eight minutes. There has been looting and fires, including at a breached police station. Gov. Tim Walz (D) activated the National Guard on Thursday afternoon. Twitter's intervention came hours after Trump signed an executive order targeting Twitter and other social media companies in response to Twitter…

Trump says 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' with military threat

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George Floyd and Derek Chauvin Were Co-Workers at the Same Nightclub

According to reports, George Floyd and former officer Derek Chauvin who knelt on his neck and killed him were actually co-workers in the past. Maya...

George Floyd and Derek Chauvin once worked overlapping security shifts

George Floyd and Derek Chauvin — the now-fired Minneapolis cop caught on viral footage pinning his knee on Floyd’s neck — once worked overlapping security shifts at a club in the city,

George Floyd and Derek Chauvin worked security together at a restaurant for at least a year, owner says

Before Derek Chauvin was filmed kneeling on George Floyd's neck on a Minneapolis street, they worked together at a nightclub not far from where the incident happened. Chauvin was fired as a Minneapolis police officer after he held Floyd down as Floyd protested "I can't breathe." Protests have since broken out around the 3rd Minneapolis Police Precinct — which is just a block away from the El Nuevo Rodeo restaurant and dance club where Chauvin and Floyd once worked security. Maya Santamaria, who sold El Nuevo Rodeo a few months ago, tells Minneapolis ABC affiliate KSTP that Chauvin "was our off-duty police for almost the entirety of the 17 years that we were open." Floyd also worked at the club for around a year, but as a bouncer, Santamaria said. However, the two men were unlikely to have recognized each other because "Chauvin worked outside and the security guards were inside," Santamaria continued. Maya Santamaria, a business owner, says both Derek Chauvin and George Floyd worked at her South Side nightclub;…

George Floyd and Derek Chauvin worked security together at a restaurant for at least a year, owner says

Before Derek Chauvin was filmed kneeling on George Floyd's neck on a Minneapolis street, they worked together at a nightclub not far from where the incident happened.Chauvin was fired as a Minneapolis police officer after he held Floyd down as Floyd protested "I can't breathe." Protests

Taiwan top court rules adultery no longer a crime

TAIPEI: Taiwan's top court decriminalised adultery Friday (May 29), ruling the law against it breached constitutional protections of sexual ...

Taiwan top court rules adultery no longer a crime

Taiwan's top court has decriminalised adultery, ruling the law against it breached constitutional protections of sexual autonomy and equality, in a move hailed by rights groups.

Taiwan top court rules adultery no longer a crime

Campaigners against the law say it deepened gender inequality and violated rights to privacy

Taiwan top court rules adultery no longer crime

Taiwan's top court decriminalised adultery on Friday, ruling the law against it breached constitutional protections of sexual autonomy and equality, in a move hailed by rights groups.

Ruling means Missouri's last abortion clinic stays open

O'FALLON, Mo. — Missouri's only abortion clinic will be able to keep operating after a state government administrator decided Friday that the health department was wrong not to renew the license of the Planned Parenthood facility in St. Louis.

Ruling means Missouri’s last abortion clinic stays open

The decision means Missouri will not become the first state without a functioning abortion clinic since 1974.

Ruling means Missouri’s last abortion clinic stays open

The decision means Missouri will not become the first state without a functioning abortion clinic since 1974.

Ruling means Missouri's last abortion clinic stays open

Missouri's only abortion clinic will be able to keep operating after a state government administrator decided that the health department was wrong not to renew the license of Planned Parenthood's St. Louis facility.

Two policemen arrested for shooting teenager to death in Lagos

Two policemen:  Theophilus Otobo, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, ASP and  Inspector Oguntoba Olamigoke,  attached to Bariga Police...

Policemen allegedly shoot teenager dead in Lagos

Deji Lambo Two policemen, Theophilus Otobo and Oguntoba Olamigoke, have allegedly shot a 17-year-old, Tina Ezekwe, dead around the Berger area of the state. Another victim, Musa Yakubu, was s...

#JusticeforTina: Police arrested after allegedly shooting to death 16-year-old girl in Lagos

The police officer who allegedly shot a 16-year-old girl, Tina in Iyana Oworo area of Lagos state has been arrested by the state's police command spokesperson, Bala Elkana, confirmed. On Wednesday, a trigger happy police officer

Police arrest two officers for shooting teenager in Lagos

Two police officers have been arrested in Lagos for killing Tina Ezekwe, a 16-year old girl, at Iyana-Oworo area of Lagos, the police have said.

India's economic growth dips drastically during coronavirus pandemic

Indian economy grew by 4.2% in fiscal year ending March, down from 6.1% previous year

India's economic growth dips during coronavirus pandemic

NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s economy grew by 4.2% in the fiscal year that ended in March, down from 6.1% the previous year, the government said Friday, and is likely to contract this year because of the coronavirus pandemic.The growth dipped to 3.1% in January-March, the last quarter of the fiscal year, as the country began feeling the effect of the pandemic, the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation said.It said in a statement that the estimate may be revised as more data is gathered from businesses affected by a nationwide lockdown imposed on March 25 that is currently scheduled to end on Sunday. The government has not yet said whether it will be extended.The main opposition Congress party said that 4.

India's economic growth dips during coronavirus pandemic

NEW DELHI — India’s economy grew by 4.2% in the fiscal year that ended in March, down from 6.1% the previous year, the government said Friday, and is likely to contract this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The growth dipped to 3.1% in January-March, the last quarter of the fiscal year, as the country …

Britain's double shame: coronavirus deaths and economic collapse

Lockdown is likely to go down in history as the UK’s most costly policy failure of modern times, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

George Floyd's Death Case: One Of The Four Minneapolis Police Officers Charged With 'Third-Degree Murder'

The officials have not yet arrested or charged the other three officers involved but are continuing to investigate the evidence. Meanwhile, the officers involved in the incident have been fired and reportedly FBI is involved in investigating the case.

Minnesota Officer Charged With Murder in Death of George Floyd

A Minnesota prosecutor has charged a police officer with third-degree murder and manslaughter in the restraint death of George Floyd.

Officer Charged With George Floyd's Death as Protests Flare

The group marched peacefully for three hours before another confrontation with police broke out, though details were scarce.

Ice Cube, Ariana Grande & More Artists React to the Police Officer Charged with George Floyd's Murder

Ariana Grande, Vince Staples, Ice Cube and more artists reacted to ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.

Quebec says 41 students and staff tested positive for COVID-19 since reopening

A survey of school boards conducted May 25 found that 19 students and 22 staff members were found to be infected in the first two weeks after the reopening

Quebec says 41 students and staff have tested positive for COVID-19 since reopening

A survey of school boards conducted May 25 found that 19 students and 22 staff members were found to be infected in the first two weeks following the reopening.

Quebec says 41 students and staff have tested positive for COVID-19 since reopening

MONTREAL — Quebec's education department says a total of 41 students and teachers have tested positive for COVID-19 since elementary schools outside the Montreal area opened on May 11.

More than 1.65 lakh people travelled in 2,198 flights since Monday: Puri

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said, 'Our airports continue to function smoothly'.Private carriers have operated a total of 2,198 flights till 5 pm on Friday -- 428 on Monday, 445 on Tuesday, 460 on Wednesday, 494 on Thursday and 371 on Friday

2,198 Flights Ferried Over 1.65 Lakh People Since Resumption Of Services

More than 1.65 lakh people have travelled in 2,198 flights till Friday afternoon after the government allowed partial resumption of domestic services from Monday amid the coronavirus-induced lockdown.

More than 1.65 lakh people travelled in 2,198 flights since resumption of services

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, who has been sharing daily updates on the numbers of flights and flyers, said, 'Our airports continue to function smoothly.' So far, 16 asymptomatic passengers on seven different flights have tested positive for the novel coronavirus after landing in their respective destina

Argentine prosecutor seeks criminal probe of ex-president

An Argentine prosecutor asked a judge on Friday to authorize a criminal investigation into former President Mauricio Macri and his former head of intelligence for alleged illegal surveillance of politicians and journalists. The request from federal prosecutor Jorge Di Lello followed a complaint filled

Argentina’s ex-president Macri probed over ‘spying’

Prosecutors in Argentina have opened an investigation into allegations that former president Mauricio Macri spied on political opponents.

Argentina's ex-president Macri probed over 'spying'

Prosecutors in Argentina have opened an investigation into allegations that former president Mauricio Macri spied on political opponents during his five years in office, judicial sources reported Friday.

Ethiopian security forces accused of 39 extrajudicial killings

ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - Ethiopian security forces in the Oromiya region have executed 39 opposition supporters and arrested at least 10,000 others accused of being members of an armed group since early 2019, Amnesty International said on Friday.

Ethiopian security forces accused of 39 extrajudicial killings

Ethiopian security forces in the Oromiya region have executed 39 opposition supporters and arrested at least 10,000 others accused of being members of an armed group since early 2019, Amnesty International said on Friday. The rights group said in a report that victims were accused of supporting the Oromo Liberation…

Amnesty accuses Ethiopia of extrajudicial killings

The rights group said in a report that victims were accused of being supporters of the Oromo Liberation Army, the breakaway armed wing of the Oromo Liberation Front, which the government had previousl

‘Telling commentaryon BJP management’: Cong hits out after dip in GDP growth rate

Congress leader and former finance minister P Chidambaram blamed the government’s economic management for the new low in GDP growth.

Low Q4 growth telling commentary on economic mismanagement of BJP govt: P Chidambaram

"Remember, this is pre-lockdown. Of the 91 days of Q4, lockdown applied to only 7 days," the former finance minister said.

Low Q4 growth telling commentary on economic mismanagement of BJP govt: Chidambaram

'We had forecast that GDP for Q4 will touch a new low at below 4 per cent. It has turned out to be worse at 3.1 per cent. It is a telling commentary on the economic management of the BJP government,' he tweeted.

US Asians, harassed over coronavirus, push back on streets, social media

A spike in harassment of Asian-Americans since the coronavirus pandemic began has led community activists in the United States to fight back - ...

US Asians, harassed over coronavirus, push back on streets, social media

A spike in harassment of Asian-Americans since the coronavirus pandemic began has led community activists in the United States to fight back - forming street patrols, rallying on social media, and supporting each other online.

U.S. Asians, harassed over coronavirus, push back on streets, social media

A spike in harassment of Asian-Americans since the coronavirus pandemic began has led community activists in the United States to fight back - forming street patrols, rallying on social media, and supporting each other online. Asians of varying national backgrounds have suffered a surge of attacks this

Govt is looking at starting home delivery of petrol, CNG: Pradhan

Indian Oil Corp (IOC), the nation's largest fuel retailer, started home delivery of diesel through a mobile dispenser in 2018. This service is available only in a handful of cities.

Dharmendra Pradhan envisages home delivery of petrol, CNG

After doorstep delivery of diesel, the government is looking at starting home delivery of petrol and CNG for the greater convenience of customers, Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Friday.

Pradhan envisages home delivery of petrol, CNG

“The government has already started mobile dispensers for diesel.”

What happened before George Floyd died

MINNEAPOLIS — One was a veteran of the Minneapolis Police Department who moonlighted as an off-duty security guard. The other provided security at a Salvation Army store and spent some...

Who was George Floyd and what happened during arrest that led to his death?

George Floyd, an unarmed black man, was pinned down by Minneapolis police officers arresting him on suspicion of using a fake $20 bill at a corner shop and being "under the influence" in the driver's seat of a car

When cops kill, redress is rare - except in famous cases

(Reuters) - The death in Minneapolis on Monday of George Floyd, the black man captured on video pleading for his life as a white police officer kneeled on his neck, has prompted three nights of protests, at times giving rise to violence, arson and looting.

When cops kill, redress is rare - except in famous cases

By Lawrence Hurley and Andrea Januta (Reuters) - The death in Minneapolis on Monday of George Floyd, the black man captured on video pleading for his life as a white police officer kneeled on his neck, has prompted three nights of protests, at times giving rise to violence, arson and looting. It has also trained, yet again, a national spotlight on a perceived lack of police accountability for violent encounters with the American public. The issue ignited in 2014 with the shooting death of black 18-year-old Michael Brown by a white police officer in Ferguson, Missouri, which triggered angry protests.

Elders seek to pacify MDC tiff

The feuding MDC factions have roped in the parties' elders to help resolve the impasse amid revelations the Thokozani Khupe-led grouping has been failing to gai...

Elders seek to pacify MDC tiffs

The feuding MDC factions have roped in the parties’ elders to help resolve the impasse amid revelations the Thokozani Khupe-led grouping has been failing to gain the support of members despite bagging a favourable judgment at the Supreme Court.

SC order on migrant workers a welcome move, but with most labourers already ferried home, it has come a bit too late

Supreme Court directive to the Centre and the states on how the migrant workers' reverse migration should be handled is a welcome move

Belated, but welcome: On Supreme Court move on migrant workers

After taking note of pandemic-induced crisis, SC must now enforce rights of the vulnerable

File report on plea against declaring pvt hospital as COVID-19 institute: HC to Delhi govt

File report on plea against declaring pvt hospital as COVID-19 institute: HC to Delhi govt

The plea was filed by Safdarjung Development Area (SDA) Residents Welfare Association (RWA) and others challenging the May 16 order of the Delhi government declaring Ujala Cygnus Orthocare Hospital - with 40 isolation wards- as a dedicated COVID-19 hospital.

Omar Jimenez: 5 Things To Know About CNN Reporter Arrested At The Scene Of MN Protests

Who Is Omar Jimenez? More about the CNN reporter who was taken into police custody during a live broadcast at at protests in Minneapolis.

CNN Reporter Omar Jimenez Should Sue the Minnesota Cops Who Arrested Him

If you thought the White House’s “looting starts, shooting starts” tweet was the worst thing Friday would bring, you may be wrong. In other infuriating happenings, CNN reporter Omar Jimenez and three members of his crew were arrested in the middle of a live broadcast Friday by the Minnesota State Patrol.

Police seek help identifying suspects in Aiea burglary | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Honolulu police are seeking the public’s help in identifying four suspects in connection with a burglary investigation in Aiea.

Maui police seeking help finding missing Wailuku man, 27 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Maui Police Department has requested the public’s assistance in finding a 27-year-old man whose last known residence was in the Wailuku area.

Racism cannot be 'normal' in US, Obama says of latest police killing

Former president Barack Obama said Friday he shared the "anguish" of millions of Americans over the death of a black man killed by police in Minnesota and that racism cannot be "normal" in the United States.

Racism cannot be 'normal' in US, Obama says of latest police killing

"This shouldn't be 'normal' in 2020 America," former US President Obama said of the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd and several other recent racial incidents in the country.

Move over James Bond; India returns alleged bird spy to Pakistan

Indian police have released a pigeon belonging to a Pakistani fisherman after a probe found that the bird, which had flown across the contentious border between the nuclear-armed nations, was not a spy, two officials said on Friday. "The pigeon was set free yesterday (May 28) after nothing suspicious

Move over James Bond; India returns alleged bird spy to Pakistan

SRINAGAR, India (Reuters) - Indian police have released a pigeon belonging to a Pakistani fisherman after a probe found that the bird, which had flown across the contentious border between the nuclear-armed nations, was not a spy, two officials said on Friday.

Border Patrol flies anti-terrorism drone over Minneapolis protestors

A Predator B drone from near-by Airforce bases makes six passes over protestors.

Border Patrol Flies Anti-Terrorism Drone Over Minneapolis Protestors

U.S. Customs and Border Protection flew a drone over Minneapolis to keep a careful eye on the unfolding unrest following the death of George Floyd, a local black man who died after a white police officer knelt on his neck during an arrest. Ars Technica reports: The drone, using the tracking signal ...

Exclusive: U.S. warns governments, firms against aiding Iran fuel shipments to Venezuela - envoy

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Seeking to deter further shipments of Iranian fuel to Venezuela, the Trump administration has quietly warned foreign governments, seaports, shipping companies and insurers that they could face stiff U.S. sanctions if they aid the tanker flotilla, the U.S. envoy on Venezuela told Reuters on Friday.

Exclusive: U.S. warns governments, firms against aiding Iran fuel shipments to Venezuela - envoy

Seeking to deter further shipments of Iranian fuel to Venezuela, the Trump administration has quietly warned foreign governments, seaports, shipping companies and insurers that they could face stiff U.S. sanctions if they aid the tanker flotilla, the U.S. envoy on Venezuela told Reuters on Friday. Elliott

“We’re a country with an open wound”: Joe Biden condemns the police killing of George Floyd

The presumptive Democratic nominee called for every American to grapple with the country’s systemic racism.

Biden On George Floyd Killing: ‘We Are A Country With An Open Wound’

WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden said Friday that the “open wound” of systemic racism was behind the police killing of...

Trump cuts World Health Organization ties over COVID-19 response

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday the U.S. will terminate its relationship with the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus outbreak in China and will begin the process of withdrawing special trade benefits for Hong Kong because of the Chinese government's imposition of a new security law in the semi-autonomous city.

Trump cuts ties to World Health Organization

May 29 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Friday announced he's cutting ties with the World Health Organization during a pandemic that's killed more than 362,000 people worldwide.

Trump to curb China students, strip Hong Kong privileges

US News: WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States will restrict Chinese students and start reversing Hong Kong's special status in.

Trump strips Hong Kong privileges, curbs students in volley on China

President Donald Trump said Friday he would strip several of Hong Kong's special privileges with the United States and bar some Chinese students from US universities in anger over Beijing's bid to exert control in the financial hub.

Twitter, Reddit Blast Social Media Disclosure Rules for Visa Applicants

Twitter, Reddit and a lobbying group for internet companies are supporting filmmakers in a lawsuit challenging a policy that requires visa applicants to register their social media handles with the U.S. government.

Twitter, Reddit Challenge US Rules Forcing Visa Applicants To Disclose Their Social Media Handles

Twitter and Reddit have filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit challenging a U.S. government rule change compelling visa applicants to disclose their social media handles. From a report: The lawsuit, brought by the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University, the Brennan Center f...

Eastern Cape confirms some schools not ready to reopen on Monday

Kojana told the briefing that alleged acts of sabotage among rival suppliers were crippling the supply of PPE in some districts.

Many Eastern Cape schools not ready to reopen - national SGB association

Many of the Eastern Cape's 5 000 schools are not ready to reopen because they have not received adequate personal protective equipment, the provincial chairperson of the National Association of School Governing Bodies says.

Questions raised over timing of decision to ease lockdown restrictions

One police chief suggested it had been ‘rushed forward to help ministers in a difficult position’.

Decision on accelerating easing of restrictions to be made next week

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that the country is on track for phase two of the lockdown exit plan but any easing of restrictions cannot be “accelerated unsafely”.

Bangladeshis killed in Libya were abducted, tortured: Minister

The 30 migrants killed by traffickers in Libya on Wednesday were abducted while crossing the country and then tortured to extract a ransom, Bangladesh's foreign ministry has said, citing a survivor.

Bangladeshis killed in Libya were abducted and tortured, Foreign Ministry says

DHAKA (Reuters) - The 30 migrants slain by traffickers in Libya on Wednesday had been abducted while crossing the country in search of work and then tortured to extract a ransom, Bangladesh’s Foreign Ministry said on Friday, citing a survivor.

Trump to end special treatment for Hong Kong

President Trump on Friday announced his administration is preparing a slew of changes to the full range of U.S. agreements between the U.S. and Hong Kong, saying the territory no longer appeared

Trump announces end of ties with WHO over virus pandemic, to end special treatment for Hong Kong

The President also said that United States will end special status for Hong Kong and treat it on par with Mainland China and prevent certain students from China from enrolling in US universities and colleges.

Prestigious UN Award for Army Major Suman Gawani

She received the award from the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres during an online ceremony on the occasion of International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers.

Major Suman Gawani to get prestigious UN award for her services at UNMISS

Major Suman Gawani, an Indian Army officer is being awarded the prestigious “United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the year Award” on Friday.

Videos: Officer Charged as New Footage Shows Several Cops Kneeling on George Floyd

Amid the Friday arrest of Derek Chauvin, the former officer of the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) who was filmed kneeling on the neck of Minnesota resident George...

New footage ‘shows three police officers kneeling on George Floyd’ in street

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT A new clip has emerged which appears to show three police officers kneeling on a person, with another officer standing nearby. George Floyd died in Minneapolis on Monday

Death toll due to cyclone Amphan in West Bengal now 98: CM Mamata Banerjee

The death toll due to cyclone 'Amphan' in West Bengal has risen to 98, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Friday. "As per reports of the district magistrates, the toll due to cyclone Amphan has

Death toll due to cyclone 'Amphan' in West Bengal now 98: Mamata

Mamata Banerjee said that the kin of each of those killed in the cyclone will get Rs 2.5 lakh each while those badly injured and others with minor injuries will get Rs 50,000 and Rs 25,000, respectively. The CM also announced a fund of Rs 6,250 crore to assist the affected people to build houses, help farmers, and provide assistance for betel leaf plantations.

A-G orders notice to R.S. Bharathi on contempt plea

Advocate General Vijay Narayan on Friday ordered notice to Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) organising secretary R.S. Bharathi on a plea seeking consent for initiating criminal contempt of court procee

Orders today on plea to cancel interim bail of R.S. Bharathi

The Madras High Court has decided to pass orders on Saturday on a plea by Central Crime Branch (CCB), attached to Greater Chennai police, to cancel the interim bail granted by a lower court to Dravida

Chamisa seeks ouster of defiant party MPs

The MDC Alliance is moving to oust four legislators who attended Parliament business last week defying the party's directive for a boycott in support of the rec...

Chamisa bids to oust defiant party MPs

The MDC Alliance is moving to oust four legislators who attended Parliament business last week defying the party’s directive for a boycott in support of the recall of lawmakers, it has been learnt.

Breonna Taylor’s mother calls for end to violence after seven are shot in protest

Police say shots fired came from within the crowd protesting the death of Taylor, who was shot by police in her own home in March

McConnell calls for end to violent protests

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell called for an end to violent protests in Minneapolis and in Louisville, Kentucky, where deaths have sparked riots and clashes between citizens and law enforcement.

Congress alleges corruption in PPE purchase

Accusing some Ministers of indulging in corrupt practices in the purchase of Personal Protection Equipment and other medical appliances for COVID-19 treatment, Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee wor

Why BJP’s Himachal chief resigned after corruption was alleged in coronavirus PPE purchases

Rajeev Bindal may have had links to a key character in the graft case being investigated by the state police.

Opinion: America is burning – and with good reason

This killing is so appalling that maybe it can educate U.S. public opinion in a way that might finally make a difference

Johnson Invites Trump to Attend Virtual Global Vaccine Summit on 4 June

LONDON (Sputnik) - UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson invited US President Donald Trump during phone talks to take part in a virtual Global Vaccine Summit scheduled for 4...

US To Bar Some Chinese Students, Strip Hong Kong Special Treatment: Trump

President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States will restrict Chinese students and start reversing Hong Kong's special status in customs and other areas, as Beijing imposes a controversial security law.

Officers in violent arrest to face NYPD disciplinary charges

A New York City police officer will face disciplinary charges for a violent arrest during a social distancing enforcement action that ended with him kneeling on a man's back or neck, a technique similar to the one that led to George Floyd's death in Minneapolis. Several other officers involved will…

Trump Terminates W.H.O. Relationship, Slams China’s “Total Control” of Agency

Says China pressured WHO to mislead world

Trump directs action to revoke Hong Kong’s special status in a move targeting Beijing

President Donald Trump on Friday ordered his administration to begin the process of eliminating special U.S. treatment for Hong Kong to punish China, but stopped short of calling an immediate end to…

GRAINS-Corn, soybeans slide on U.S.-China tensions

* Corn dips after four-day climb, Midwest weather risks for wheat* Soybeans curbed by U.S.-China tensions after two-week high (Updates closing prices)By Christopher WalljasperCHICAGO, May 29 (Reuters) - U.S. corn and soybean futures fell on Friday as escalating U.S.-China tensions over Beijing's proposed restrictions on Hong Kong dampened markets after a week of gains.Three sources told Reuters China may reduce U.S. agricultural imports if Washington issues a severe response to Beijing's push to impose national security laws on Hong Kong.

Belgium to restart cross-border family visits from May 30

(Reuters) - Belgium will allow cross-border travel to visit family members in neighbouring countries from Saturday, in a slight easing of travel restrictions imposed to curb the coronavirus, the interior minister said on Friday.

T.N. cadre IAS officer appointed as Additional Secretary in PMO

S. Gopalakrishnan has been shifted from Ministry of Electronics and IT

Sustainable development crucial in Indonesia’s COVID-19 recovery, experts say

The COVID-19 pandemic has given the environment some time to recover, but experts are saying that the country will need to ramp up its efforts toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals once coronavirus restrictions are lifted.

Dubai allows outdoor exercise after Fajr (morning) prayers

People have been urged to stick to COVID-19 preventive measures

‘Taking steps to avoid piling up of bodies at mortuaries’

Delhi government informs High Court

APC accuses Bauchi State Govt of starving Assembly of funds

The All Progressives Congress (APC), has accused the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP)-led Bauchi State Government of starving the State House Assembly of funds thereby hindering its operations.

Ex-FM Morshed Khan leaves for London by chartered flight in pandemic

Former foreign minister M Morshed Khan has left Bangladesh for Britain by a chartered plane amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Children to join 'play-pods' when childcare resumes at end of June

Children will be grouped into ‘play-pods’ when childcare services resume at the end of June....

BMC class III & IV staffers upset: ‘Not being tested, not being treated’

Across Mumbai, according to municipal commissioner Iqbal Chahal, 1,529 BMC staffers have been infected. Municipal Mazdoor Union estimates there are 520 Class III and IV staffers infected across civic hospitals and an equal number in quarantine.

Pitching in: Providing foot relief for health care workers

MEGAComfort had a warehouse full of insoles and the couple decided to donate 20,000 pairs to front-line hospital staff, a donation worth about $500,000

L.A. County Approved to Reopen Hair Salons, Barbershops

Nail salons are still excluded, but L.A. is moving fast toward reopening of hair salons, barbershops, even restaurants amid the coronavirus.

No need for testing labs in all districts, govt. tells HC

State directed to file affidavit on June 1

Nearly 50 republicans and loyalists interned without trial to sue state

Solicitor confirms action follows Gerry Adams’s successful appeal

Elon Musk vs. Bay Area officials: These emails show what happened behind the scenes in the Tesla factory fight

Emails detail what took place as Musk took public his fight with Bay Area officials and threatened first to reopen the factory without permission and then to...

Liberia: NPHIL Former Director Tolbert Nyenswah Petitions Court to Dismiss Travel Ban Filed by Govt against Him

MONROVIA – The former Director General of the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) Tolbert Nyensuah has filed a six-count petition at the Criminal Court ‘C’ in Monrovia requesting Judge Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay to dismiss government’s travel ban filed against him. Mr. Nyensuah made the application to the court recently through his legal counsel, […]

Trump has one of his most authoritarian weeks yet as president as the US surpassed 100,000 coronavirus deaths

In free, democratic societies, it's not normal for leaders to threaten deadly violence against their citizens in any context.

Trump says Twitter misunderstood his tweet about looters and shooting

President Trump says Twitter employees misunderstood his intent when deciding to censor a Friday morning tweet that said looting may lead to shooting in Minnesota. Trump tweeted Friday afternoon that

China Had Occupied 640 Sq Km Of Indian Territory In Eastern Ladakh During UPA-2 Rule: Report

Even as the Central government has never admitted it, China had occupied 640 sq km of Indian territory in Eastern Ladakh during the second term of the UPA regime under Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh speaks to US on China's LAC intrusion

PLA continues building bunkers and roads, deploys tanks, artillery

Council tells schools in Nottingham to remain closed next week as education chief says it is "too soon" for children to go back

'Today, we would like to make it clear, unequivocally, that we do not feel it is the right time to bring children back to schools on Monday'

Cat rescued from narrow gap between brick walls in California

May 29 (UPI) -- Animal services officers in California shared video of the rescue of a cat that somehow ended up trapped in the narrow gap between two brick walls.

Ron Johnson seeks power to subpoena dozens of Obama officials tied to Trump-Russia inquiry and 'unmasking'

A top Senate Republican intends to pursue subpoenas for records and testimony from dozens of officials involved in the Russia investigation with a special focus on the time frame just after President Trump’s win in the 2016 election.

Covid Lockdown may be confined to 13 cities; hotels & malls could open

The national directives on new lockdown are likely to be issued on May 31 for next fortnight.

Second batch of 1,250 migrant workers leave aboard Shramik special

The workers are headed to Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Jharkhand

Assam rights panel issues notice on assault of doctor

Police had allegedly thrashed the doctor and two health workers for not wearing mask

Covid-19: New York City 'on track' to begin reopening week of 8 June, says Cuomo

New York City has already met guidelines surrounding falling deaths and declining hospitalizations and is expected to meet criteria concerning hospital and testing capacity next week, Cuomo told reporters

Steve Carell’s New Show Space Force Isn’t Like The Office, and That’s Just Fine With Us

As a huge fan of The Office and Steve Carell, I couldn't have been more excited for Greg Daniels's new show Space Force. Called "a workplace comedy

Watch: Are face masks tearing us apart? | Culture Clash

Arguments are breaking out over face coverings to stop the spread of COVID-19. Do you wear a mask? How do you feel about people who don't?

Qalibaf Takes Over as Parliament Speaker

Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf was elected on Thursday as the speaker of Iran’s new principlist-majority parliament following the group’s election victory in February.

Larijani Named as Leader’s Advisor

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei appointed former parliament speaker, Ali Larijani, as his advisor and member of Expediency Council.

Iran's Daily Covid-19 Cases Soar

Iran’s daily confirmed coronavirus cases climbed by 2,819 on Friday, the highest single-day rise since April 2.

Andrew Cuomo says he stands with protesters after George Floyd’s death

“Enough is enough,” Cuomo said during his daily coronavirus press briefing in New Rochelle, explaining that the Monday death of Floyd -- which has sparked national outrage -- “is not an isolated

Public unrest across US reopens long-simmering divisions

George Floyd’s death echoes past killings of African-Americans

Mumbai: In four wards, recovery rate less than 20 per cent

A test to check if the person is negative is only done if the patient has severe Covid-19 symptoms. Mumbai now has 16,008 recovered patients, and 19745 active cases.

Graham Urges Older Conservative Judges To Stand Aside For Younger Appointees

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) threw subtlety to the winds during a Thursday interview with radio host Hugh Hewitt, encouraging older...

Spitting in public places a punishable offence in Maharashtra

Spitting and smoking in public places has been made a punishable offence in the State, with repeat offenders possibly facing prison time between six months and two years, Health Minister Rajesh Tope a

"Pragya Thakur In AIIMS": BJP After 'Missing' Posters Prop Up Across Bhopal

Posters claiming that Lok Sabha MP from Bhopal, Pragya Thakur, is "missing" appeared in different parts of the city amid the coronavirus pandemic which has infected over 1,400 people in the state's capital.

Punjab CM assures operationalisation support to industry

Punjab CM assures operationalisation support to industry: Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Friday assured industry of his government's full support to ensure 100 per cent .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Inspired By Kabir Singh, Delhi Man Posed As Surgeon On Tinder To Con Women

A 31-year-old man, inspired by the Bollywood movie Kabir Singh starring Shahid Kapoor, was arrested for allegedly posing as an orthopaedic surgeon on dating websites to extort money from gullible women, the police said on Friday.

Warmer temps on the way will promote crop emergence

Next week’s warm temperatures will promote more corn and soybean emergence.

Biden calls for 'real leadership' after Trump alludes to violence after police killing

DETROIT (Reuters) - Joe Biden on Friday called for justice and “real leadership”, accusing President Donald Trump of encouraging violence by threatening deadly military force to stop rioters in Minneapolis protesting the police killing of an unarmed black man.

Trump's War Against Social Media

President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has protected internet companies, including Twitter and Facebook, in an extraordinary attempt to regulate social media platforms where he has been criticized. The proposed legislation is part of an executive order Trump signed on Thursday afternoon.

5th Anniversary: Gov Emmanuel commissions Isolation Center

As part of events to commemorate his fifth anniversary in office, Governor Udom Emmanuel has commissioned the 300- capacity Isolation...

Trump walks back his incendiary Minneapolis 'thugs' post

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has tried to walk back his post-midnight “thugs” tweet about Minneapolis protesters that added to outrage over the police killing of a black man. Trump’s repeated condemnation of the killing and outreach to the man’s family was a marked change in tone from his earlier comments that also invoked a …

"Protecting The Protectors": Keeping Haryana's Women COVID Warriors Safe

Several women workers are at the forefront in the battle against the highly contagious novel coronavirus. These women, mostly from rural India, have been working relentlessly with the government, going door-to-door to create awareness.

53 flights cancelled to and from KIA, strict surveillance at border roads

Air traffic from five high-risk States Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan to be reduced

What is the way forward in India-Nepal border dispute?

Kathmandu, Nepal - For several weeks, Indian soldiers have been engaged in a standoff with their Chinese counterparts along their disputed border, even as New Delhi is busy planning a strategy to resolve a land dispute with another neighbour, Nepal.

Railways defends itself, says Shramik Specials can be terminated or rerouted

Yadav also defended the Railways against the flak over lack of food and water on board the delayed trains.

Ad volumes on television rose 16% in week 20: BARC-Nielsen report

The report, which also revealed data on content consumption on smartphones, highlighted how content consumption on smartphones also recorded a dip of 2.7%

Trump says US to quit WHO, announces mild sanctions against China

US News: US President Donald Trump on Friday announced on Friday he is terminating Washington's relationship with the World Health Organisation and imposing a

Unelected People Think They Can Impose Will Through Courts: Harish Salve

Noted jurist Harish Salve on Friday said a lot of people who are not elected representatives feel that they can impose their will on the government through the courts. He added that while one can criticise a judgment and even a judge, attributing motives to them is wrong.

Amitabh Bachchan arranges buses to send migrants to their homes in UP

The COVID-19 crisis proved to be too cruel on daily wagers who were away from home. The worst hit were the migrant workers as most of them were left jobless due to the lockdown. While many have managed to reach home somehow, others are still left stranded in the city. Taking note of the situation, Amitabh Bachchan has come forward to help migrant workers in Maharashtra to reach their homes in UP. 

‘Have Such Governments Ever Ruled For 5 Years’: Fadnavis On Uddhav Govt’s Prospects Of Surviving Full Term

Former Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis when quizzed over whether Uddhav Thackeray led Maharashtra government would survive for 5 years has said that the government will collapse due to infighting.

Minneapolis Public Schools Follow Suit of University of Minn. & Limit Ties With Cops After Death of George Floyd

(Photo by KEREM YUCEL/AFP via Getty Images) Earlier this week, the president of the University of Minnesota, Joan Gabel, released…

Power minister R K Singh asks Rs 3 trillion from finance commission

The minister informed the commission that the old schemes of the ministry are being amalgamated into a new scheme for which he requested Rs 3 trillion over five years.

Lesser in number, Odisha workers in Ahmedabad await Shramik trains

According to officials, a total of 80 migrant workers from Odisha have registered for Shramik trains in Ahmedabad in the last one week, but at least 1,600 passengers are required to book a train to a particular state.

Tenants plan suit against NYCHA officials for coronavirus response

Distraught public housing residents plan to sue the New York City Housing Authority after 1241 tenants died of COVID-19 and thousands more were sickened because the buildings were not properly

Jayalalithaa's Niece Deepa Madhavan, Nephew Declared Legal Heirs By High Court

Amending a recent order, the Madras High Court on Friday declared Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa and her brother Deepak as legal heirs of the late Chief Minister to inherit her ancestral and properties.

Akwa Ibom Governor speaks on NDDC director’s death

The Akwa Ibom governor, Udom Emmanuel, has said that the government and people of the state would require answers to certain questions on the death of Ibanga Etang, the acting director of finance in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

Day after moving SC, Anbumani writes to panel on quota

A day after moving the Supreme Court for implementation of the 27% OBC quota in medical college admissions under the all India quota (AIQ), PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss on Friday wrote to the National

‘This sets us back decades’: CMPD Police Chief condemns death of George Floyd at hands of Minneapolis police

Video shows arresting officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on the neck of George Floyd until he was unconscious.

Rioters Destroy Bar That Black Minneapolis Firefighter Bought with His Life Savings

Rioters protesting the death of Minneapolis resident George Floyd, an African-American man who died after being arrested and pinned to the ground by officer Derek Chauvin, destroyed a bar owned by a black former firefighter Wednesday night.Korboi Balla had invested his life savings in the bar and was

Tributes pour in for late Shahine Robinson

Tributes are pouring in for late Labour and Social Security Minister Shahine Robinson who died today. Robinson passed away after ailing with cancer for some time. READ: Labour and Social Security Minister Shahine Robinson has died...

Congress demands white paper on health dept purchases in Himachal Pradesh

Leader of opposition in Himachal Pradesh, Mukesh Agnihotri today asked the Bharatiya Janata Party government in state to come out with a white paper.

US to revoke Hong Kong trade status, end relationship with WHO: Trump

Trump said the US will terminate its relationship with the WHO, which he has accused of being under Chinese control and failing to provide accurate information about the spread of coronavirus.Trump said the US will move to revoke Hong Kong trade status

Covid-19: Here are the rules and dates for grades going back to school

The Department of Education has released rules and guidelines as the country gears up to reopen schools.

Coronavirus lockdown | Punjab increases fines for norms violation

Penalty for not wearing masks raised to ₹500 from ₹200

Mumbai COVID-19 Patient Dies, Cremated. Quarantined Family Didn't Know

A Mumbai man, who died of COVID-19 earlier this month, was cremated by the civic authorities allegedly without informing his family, which had been in quarantine.

Two more drown in Assam floods

More than 3.81 lakh people affected across seven districts

Weekend classes cancelled

Director, School of Distance Education, Andhra University, P Hari Prakash, said that B.A. / B.Com. weekend classes for the calendar year 2019, which were scheduled from June 7 at the respective venues

La Liga season to restart on June 11 with Sevilla-Real Betis

Spanish football's top-flight will resume after a three-month pause due to the coronavirus pandemic on June 11 with the local derby between Sevilla and Real Betis, the government's department for sport said in a statement on Friday.

Municipal corporations to roll out disaster risk management programme

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie, says the island’s municipal corporations will be rolling out the first phase of their disaster risk mitigation programme in two weeks, for the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane...

Dillon: ‘The Liberian Legislature Does Not Serve at The Pleasure of the President’

MONROVIA – Embattled Montserrado County Senator Abraham Darius Dillon who is being investigated by his colleagues for accusing them of taking bribe to pass the recast budget insists that the Legislature must not work at the will and pleasure of the President. Report by Lennart Dodoo, ldodoo@frontpageafricaoline.com In a Facebook post on Friday evening, Senator […]

De Blasio, Cuomo target June 8 for first phase of New York City reopening

The city is on track to meet all of the state’s metrics needed to begin relaxing its stay-at-home order.

EXCLUSIVE: Tray Deee: It's a Bad Week for Police If They Don't Kill Someone

In this flashback Tray Deee shared his thoughts on the 2015 death of Freddie Gray, which led to a conversation about police brutality. Tray Deee sp...

Liberian Representatives Participate at the International TUMI Live TV Conference on Fight against COVID-19 in Mobility

MONROVIA – TUMI TV Live Conference to fight COVID-19 in Mobility took place on 26th May online. The online conference was organized and coordinated by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ). The COVID-19 crisis has affected the whole world. Many branches of the economy have collapsed, and human mobility is restricted by curfews and […]

7 in Kannur, 4 in Kasaragod test positive

The arrival of expatriates from other States has led to the spiralling of COVID-19 cases in Kannur. On Friday, seven more persons tested positive for SARS-CoV-2. According to District Collector T.V. S

‘This is Exactly What Collusion Looks Like’: Attorneys Say Declassified Flynn-Kislyak Docs Confirm Flynn’s Guilt

The conversations formed the basis for the federal criminal charge of lying to the FBI, to which Flynn later pleaded guilty. According to attorneys and national security experts who have read the documents, however, the content of the calls appear to confirm that Flynn did, indeed, lie to federal authorities when he said he did not discuss sanctions with the Russian ambassador.

Steps being taken to make study a pleasant experience: Jagan

Poor students the target group, says CM

Govt. notifies fee structure for PG medical and dental courses

Quota rule will be followed in admissions: regulatory panel chief

Latest killing shines harsh light on the nature of American race relations

Fury in Minneapolis following death of black suspect while being detained by police

Liberal Reporter Says New Twitter Policy That Censored Trump Would Be Insane...And He Was Just Proven Right

President Trump was censored by Twitter last night. As Minneapolis

Futures hit by Sino-US tensions at the end of strong month

U.S. stock futures dropped on Friday as investors braced for President Donald Trump's response to China's national security legislation for Hong ...

S&P 500, Dow dip on jitters over Trump's China response

U.S. stock futures dropped on Friday as investors braced for President Donald Trump's response to China's national security legislation for Hong ...

Suspect wearing dive fins steals surfboard from McCully-Moiliili area | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Honolulu police are asking the public’s help in identifying a male suspect in connection with a surfboard theft in the McCully-Moiliili area.

Sanwo-Olu: One year after - The Nation Nigeria

Sanwo-olu’s administration coincided with the advent of massive downpour when the potholes it inherited were made worse to become boreholes....

Sanwo-Olu scores high on THEMES agenda - The Nation Nigeria

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu ran his election campaign on “a vision for a greater Lagos.” He based his development agenda upon six pillars called T.H.E.M.E.S...

Executive order on financial autonomy for state judiciary, legislature is faulty says Ekweremadu

The Executive Order No. 10 of 2020 granting financial autonomy to State Judiciary and Legislature is faulty, former Deputy President of the Senate

Ekweremadu kicks against executive order on state judiciary, legislature

Ike Ekweremadu, senator representing Enugu west, has faulted the executive order of President Muhammadu Buhari on financial autonomy for the legislature and judiciary in states. While signing the order last week, Buhari had

Police discover eight inter-state routes in Kwara - The Nation Nigeria

Eight illegal routes created by transporters to beat the Covid-19 travel ban have been discovered in Kwara State. The police who made the discovery

Bobrisky arrested in Lagos - The Nation Nigeria

Operatives of the Inspector General Police (IG) Monitoring Unit on Thursday arrested popular cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye alias Bobrisky.

Two Tesco workers drown in the River Avon after one ran into the water to help the other when he got into trouble while swimming

Two men who drowned in the River Avon on Thursday have been identified as Tesco workers from Swindon. Velly Sousa and Samuel Fernandez had been on a day trip with friends.

Two Tesco workers drown after one rushed into river to save the other on day out

The two men who died in Bath, Somerset, have been named by a friend as Velly Sousa, 24, and 20-year-old Samuel Fernandez who worked for the supermarket giant in Swindon

Only half of people with symptoms are self-isolating for a week, scientists warn

The worrying claim came to light as Sage released the minutes of more than 30 of their meetings to date

Half of Brits with coronavirus symptoms 'have not self-isolated for a week'

Behavioural experts have warned the government's Sage committee of low compliance with the new track and test system to tackle coronavirus and ease the lockdown further

USA Hockey president Jim Smith facing investigations

USA Hockey president Jim Smith is the subject of two investigations surrounding his tenure as the president of Amateur Hockey Association Illinois.

USA Hockey pres. Smith facing investigations

USA Hockey president Jim Smith is the subject of two investigations surrounding his tenure as the president of Amateur Hockey Association Illinois.

How to beat COVID-19, by Buhari - The Nation Nigeria

President Muhammadu Buhari has said the support of developed countries and international financial organisations to poorer countries ...

How to address almajiri challenges, by NHRC - The Nation Nigeria

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has suggested ways leaders of the northern states could address the challenges posed by almajiri...

Nuclear defense deterrence

It was on 28 May that Pakistan faced with challenge of Indian belligerent designs was forced to test and publicly announce its nuclear defense deterrence to counter India’s threatening posture and n

A glimpse of this century and our ignorance

The covid-19 pandemic is a warning to the workedSome tragedies and incidents change the interests of man. History shows that a few incidents in the last century changed the priorities of natio

Boris Johnson agrees to go to G7 summit in person in phone call with Donald Trump as two leaders discuss post-Brexit trade deal

Boris Johnson and Donald Trump agreed during a phone call that the upcoming meeting of the leaders of the G7 group of major industrialised nations should be held in person if possible.

‘The police officer must be prosecuted’ — Nigerians protest killing of 16-year-old girl

Some Nigerians have taken to social media platforms to protest the alleged killing of Tina, a 16-year-old girl, at Iyana Oworo area of  Lagos, by an officer

Teen killer’s Glasgow home targeted by vigilantes after he bragged about sickening crime

A TEENAGE killer’s home was attacked by vigilantes after he bragged about his sickening crime. The 15-year-old’s house was targeted as he waits to be sentenced over the daylight slaughter of garden…

US threat to deny student visas reminiscent of McCarthy era: FM

US President Donald Trump’s threat to slap sanction on Chinese students in the US is brazen political persecution and racist, said a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson who wondered if McCarthyism is making a comeback in the US.

Ariana Grande and Yungblud demand 'Justice for George Floyd' as officer arrested

'We stand against any and all injustice and we stand with #GeorgeFloyd.'

Quarantine debates in Zanzibar conjure memories of colonial racial segregation

In light of Zanzibar’s complex history of racial segregation in the name of public health, social distancing and quarantine measures have been controversial in the fight against COVID-19.

POLL: Would you prefer a four-day work-week?

As New Zealand rounds the corner of the global pandemic, Prime Minister Jacinda Adern has floated an idea to revive the tourism industry there that's at

Pastor Kolawole Samson sentenced to death by Ondo court for murder

The Ondo state high court has sentenced one Pastor Kolawole Samson to death by hanging for killing a boy at a village near Okeigbo area of the state in 2016.

Vile thug caged for holding knife to girlfriend's throat and threatening to break every bone in her body

Stephen Williams has been jailed for two years admitting several charges against him including assault by beating.

Three-Day Indian Army Conference concluded with a decision to halt patrolling on Pangong Tso Lake

Monitoring Desk: After beaten up by soldiers of the People’s Liberation Army of China, the Indian Army has halted patrolling near Pangong Tso Lake, reports Indian media. According to Indian news channels and sources in the Ministry of Defence, the apex leadership of the Indian Army on Friday deliberated on various aspects related to existing and developing security challenges and decided to seize patrolling at Pangong Tso Lake in disputed areas between India and China in Ladakh. It is pertinent to mention that the Indian Army held a three-day conference of its top commanders which lasted on Friday. Issuing a brief statement, the Army did not mention the specific issues discussed at the biannual event but Indian media confirmed that the apex leadership of the Indian Army has decided to resolve issues with China without involving the United States and by withdrawing from troubled spots in Ladakh. Official sources said a review of the situation in eastern Ladakh where Indian and Chinese troops are engaged in a tense…

31 more die as coronavirus wreaks havoc in Sindh

--Provincial minister says decision regarding lockdown to be taken after May 31KARACHI: As many as 31 coronavirus patients died during the last 24 hours in Sindh, which is the highest figure since

Suspend payment of R22m to Ingonyama Trust, MPs say

'The failure of the trust to account for the R22 million allocated to it by the department is noted,' committee chairperson Zwelivelile Mandela said.

Greece bans Irish tourists from visiting due to poor coronavirus record

Greece has released a list of 29 countries from where it will accept tourists - and Ireland does not make the list

Analysis: Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak takes his first steps towards an uncertain destination

Rishi Sunak has been a relatively rare breed among UK Government ministers during the coronavirus crisis to date, in that his reputation seems to have been enhanced rather than ruined.

Evil stepdad who raped 12-year-old stepdaughter and fathered two kids with her gets away with only two years in prison

AN EVIL stepdad received just two years in prison after raping his 12-year-old stepdaughter and fathering two kids with her. Brazen Augustin Costel Varga, from Romania, is now appealing his short s…

Police arrest woman for stealing two-year-old in Rivers

Police in Rivers State have confirmed the arrest of a middle-aged woman, simply identified as Chinyere, for allegedly abducting her ...

Deloitte's consulting arm said to warn of about 2,500 job cuts

There’s growing concern among some consultants who aren’t currently assigned to a project with a client that they’ll be first in line to lose their jobs, one of the people said.

HK prepared for US moves after national security law: HK finance secretary

Hong Kong has made long-term preparations for possible countermeasures launched by the US government on sectors including trade, finance and technology in response to the upcoming national security law for the special administrative region (SAR), Hong Kong's finance secretary told the Global Times on Friday. The city has the confidence as well as the strength to defend its own business and financial stability from external risks and pressure, and is boosted by mainland support.

BREAKING: Donald Trump cuts links with WHO during extraordinary anti-China rant

The US President said China had "total control" over the World Health Organisation, while also accusing the country of violating treaty obligations in Hong Kong

Taser drawn on man during arrest for assault and breach of community protection order

A man has been arrested in Bury St Edmunds for breaching his community protection order, just one week after he was arrested by a taser officer for the same offence and an assault.

'Boris Johnson has presided over a broken Kingdom in which Covid-19 has been able to flourish'

Peter Flanagan says Johnson’s failure to sack Dominic Cummings is just another in a long line of disastrous moves for the UK.

Nuclearization Of South Asia: Where Do We Stand Now?

Pakistan-India relations have continued to deteriorate since the nuclear test of May 1998. Both the states have faced numerous crisis during which the nuclear weapons have played a very important role. Nuclear weapons have been an effective deterrent force and kept the conflicts from blowing into all-out war. All the recent events suggests that there […]

Latest boost for campaign to award a medal to NHS heroes fighting coronavirus

EXCLUSIVE: The Speaker of the House of Commons has thrown his weight behind the Mirror's call

Second home robbery in two months leaves young couple shaken

They are now looking to move from the area.