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Trump says he's done taking hydroxychloroquine, unproven treatment for COVID-19
U.S. President Donald Trump says he has completed a two-week course of the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine, after weeks of promoting it as a treatment for the novel coronavirus.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
Madagascar to send troops to town where two died of coronavirus
Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.
Head of Service warns against unauthorised circulation of official information
Yemi-Esan, in a statement issued on Monday by Olawunmi Ogunmosunle, Director Information, Office of the HOCSF, warned against such action, saying it could jeopardise authentic information.
Coronavirus: What did Dominic Cummings do during lockdown?
Boris Johnson's chief aide has not been out of the headlines this Bank Holiday weekend; here's everything you need to know.
NNPC has 6,621 staff strength – Report
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says it currently has 6,621 staff strength both at its headquarters and across all its subsidiaries
THE CUTTING EDGE-26-5-2020
At Kikuyu, in Kiambu County, one landlord has disconnected water and electricity to an apartment block.
Karnataka Covid-19 wrap: Two more deaths in state; Ramangara reports first coronavirus case
Karnataka reported 93 new Covid-19 cases on Monday, bringing the total tally to 2,182, of which 705 have recovered while 17 patients are in the ICU.
Twisted son who raped his own mother while high on drugs jailed for 17 years
A SADISTIC son who savagely raped his own mum while high on meth has been caged for 17 years in Australia. Slamming the twisted pervert as being the “utmost evil”, the horrified judge t…
Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots
Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.
Lyon take Ligue 1 appeal to Council of State
Lyon will challenge the decision to end the Ligue 1 season early because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Unease in Greece as restaurants, cafes reopen
Restaurants and cafes across Greece opened ahead of schedule Monday as the country prepared to launch a shortened tourism season vital to its economy.
58-yr-old sanitation supervisor at AIIMS dies of coronavirus
At the trauma centre, four more Covid positive healthcare workers of the institute are undergoing treatment. So far, 156 healthcare workers – two faculty members, four resident doctors, 16 nurses, and other staff from the institute — have tested positive.
'No excuse': Dad caught allegedly speeding on Ontario road with unsecured toddler in car
A father was caught speeding in Caledon, Ont. on Saturday while his young child was left unsecured in a car seat, police say.
Venezuela celebrates docking of tanker with Iran gasoline
The first Iranian ship to arrive is trailed by four other tankers. The shipments, however, only carry enough fuel for two or three weeks, analysts say.
Amid Tensions At LAC, China Plans To Deploy Its Latest Unmanned Helicopter Along Border: Chinese State Media
The helicopter is also capable of operating amid nuclear radiation and chemical contamination situations.
[UPDATED] COVID-19: INEC to pilot e-Voting in 2021, seeks cancellation of Bye-Elections
In the wake of lifestyle changes occasioned by the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC
Gathering limits make 'great time to be building a pipeline': Alberta minister
Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.
PNB fraud case: Interpol notice against Nirav Modi’s brother put up for public viewing again
Nehal Modi's name figured as the accused number 27 in the supplementary chargesheet filed by the CBI, which charged him for destroying evidence in Dubai to cover the tracks of the alleged crime.
'No excuse': Dad caught allegedly speeding on Ontario road with unsecured toddler in car
A father was caught speeding in Caledon, Ont. on Saturday while his young child was left unsecured in a car seat, police say.
Victim of Mt. Pleasant boat explosion hospitalized, being treated for burns
One of the three victims of a boat explosion and fire at a Mt. Pleasant marina is being treated for burns at a Georgia hospital, the boat owner said Monday.
Direct primaries in Edo, only way to go — APC National VP
Wambai, however, stated that the national headquarters of the party decided a direct primaries for the upcoming election in Edo State because there were factions in the state.
WHO Halts Trial Of Trump’s Anti-Malaria Drug After Study Finds Higher Mortality Rate In COVID Cases
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesu announced on Monday that the organization is temporarily suspending its drug trial...
Ireland marks 'day of hope' in pandemic as Taoiseach Leo Varadkar hails 'significant milestone'
The health chiefs revealed no new deaths had been recorded for the first time in over two months
Nairobi church faces eviction from public land
The land will be restored to community utilisation.
From Covid to the cold - Western Cape's disaster management bracing for stormy weather
Snow is predicted for the mountains of the Western Cape, the higher ground of the Eastern Cape, and the southern heights of the Northern Cape.
NYC woman sues Harlem nursing home after dad dies from coronavirus
A Manhattan woman says her dad died from coronavirus in a Harlem nursing home because it failed to implement basic health guidelines including not stopping loved ones from visiting the facility until
Manipur Hit By 2 Earthquakes, No Casualty Reported
Two back to back earthquakes strike Manipur on Monday evening, according to the National Centre for Seismology.
85-year-old ex-IBC Director-General stabs wife to death
A former Director-General of the Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), Mr Theophilus Okere, allegedly stabbed his wife to death early on Monday at Imerinwe community in the Ngor-Okpala Local Government Area of Imo.
Entire Uttarakhand state designated as 'Orange Zone'
The state government assured that spike is registered due to number of tests conducted of the migrants who are returning from other states.
Delhi Metro prepares to begin ops at 24-48 hr notice
As the first step towards resuming services, DMRC has decided to deploy full manpower, including station controllers and housekeeping staff, from Tuesday, sources said. Cleaning of stations has also started.
INEC to redesign polling units to comply with COVID-19 regulations
Amidst COVID-19, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that Polling Units shall be redesigned by the Commission
Pub owners take FBD Insurance to court over Covid-19 disruption cover
Pub owners claim they are entitled to have consequential losses covered by what they say is an insurable risk.
Coronavirus: Kuwait announces plan to end full COVID-19 lockdown
Top official says partial curfew to be introduced at end of May
Government Releases Rs 1,000 Crore To Bengal; Central Team To Assess Cyclone Damage
The Centre has released Rs 1,000 crore to the West Bengal government, as announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and a team of the Union government will visit the state soon to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Amphan.
Kevin Maguire: Liar Johnson is shameless over Cummings but public mood has changed
The Tory elite's grotesque Them versus US mentality comes from a leader whose jaundiced judgement is warping politics. But jolly Johnson cannot shamelessly twist his way out of this one
International air passengers push up Andhra’s case count
On Monday, 62 international passengers who arrived in special Vande Bharat flights to the state tested positive, and a majority of them were from Kuwait.
Man, 43, charged with murder after body found in Plymouth
It follows the death of a 49-year-old man in Beaumont Road on Friday
Japan government to lift state of emergency across country
The Japan government on Monday decided to lift the state of emergency for COVID-19 in Tokyo and four other prefectures of the country, the only places where the measure implemented to curb the...
Four more test positive for COVID-19 in Ladakh, tally crosses 50-mark
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Vladimir Putin's coronavirus support plan goes off the rails
Some doctors have received visits from police investigators and prosecutors demanding to know why they complained publicly about not getting their bonuses.
NAF trains 129 Special Forces to battle Boko Haram, bandits
Abubakar said this over Eid el-Fitr lunch with troops of the Air Component: “Operation Hadarin Daji,” at the 213 forward operation base in Katsina on Monday.
Father killed, son injured in Bandipora road accident
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Over 500 flights take off, but states create plane confusion at airports
Maharashtra clears air, says short-term visitors exempt from isolation
Talks ongoing for 'new management' at Clifton Nursing Home after 9 deaths from Covid-19
THE Department of Health has said that "an alternative provider" has come forward which could mean residents at Clifton Nursing Home in north Belfast may not have to be relocated.
Muslim family fed others every day while fasting for Ramadan
Hamza Deib’s family was forced to close its restaurants when business dropped by 90 percent during the coronavirus pandemic — but that didn’t mean they stopped serving others. Deib,
El-Rufai blows hot, says parents who enroll children into Almajiri system will be jailed
Kaduna state governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, on May 25, sent a warning message to parents who enroll their children into the Almajiri system in the state.
Man allegedly abducts, rapes neighbours teenage girl
Operatives of the Lagos Police Command have arrested a 26-year-old man Benjamin Omade for alleged abduction and defilement of a...
Horrific moment 'killer' mother hurls autistic son, 9, into canal
Patricia Riple allegedly became overwhelmed while caring for Alejandro, who suffered from severe autism and could not speak.
Trump: 'I have a chance to break the deep state'
President Trump predicted he would come out victorious in his war against the "deep state."
Americans make low-key Memorial Day tributes, coronavirus overshadowing events
Americans paid a low-key tribute to those who died serving in the U.S. Armed Forces on Monday, with many Memorial Day events canceled because of the coronavirus epidemic that has killed nearly 100,000 people in the United States alone. In some places, scaled-down ceremonies were broadcast over the internet, as…
Ndlozi invites derision for saying ‘lockdown was for the white community’
The EFF's former spokesperson has tried to sell the idea that white people are now happy to reopen the economy at the expense of 'disposable black workers'.
Gathering limits make it a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister
EDMONTON - Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.Sonya Savage m
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
Man defiles daughters after spiking their drinks - The Nation Nigeria
A 48-year-old man, Femi Onifade, has been arrested in Ondo State for defiling his two daughters aged six and nine. It was gathered that the Deji of Akure,
DV Sadananda Gowda arrives from Delhi, skips quarantine, says he’s exempted
Union Minister for Chemicals & Fertilizers DV Sadananda Gowda, who flew into Bengaluru from the ‘high-risk’ Delhi, was not subjected to the mandatory institutional quarantine on Monday. Both Gowda
CSP officer among three shot dead in North Waziristan
Jirga elders demand govt to control violence after recent spate of killings, warn of protests.
Trudeau, Singh pressed on parties’ decisions to access COVID-19 wage subsidy
All three parties have said donations have dropped further since the COVID-19 pandemic began
Gov. Oyetola mourns New Telegraph Editor, says death huge blow to journalism
Oyetola, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, on Monday in Osogbo commiserated with Bakare’s family, friends, colleagues, the Journalists’ Hangout family and the management of The New Telegraph Newspapers over the loss.
Teachers' union threatens legal action: 'Covid-19 exposes hidden horrors in schooling system'
There is uncertainty over whether schools will be Covid-19 ready for the reopening, with one union already threatening court action.
Government’s ‘Job Maker’ plan to be revealed today
The Prime Minister is today expected to unveil plans of the new ‘Job Maker’ program, as part of plans to reignite the Australian economy. The program will encourage small, medium and large businesses…
South End restaurants successfully start to reopen dining rooms at half capacity
“Historically Memorial Day Weekend you’re not that busy, but we were busy,” Suffolk Punch general manager Shan Sheheane said.
Kazakh COVID-19 Cemetery Has More Graves Than Reported Coronavirus Victims
A cemetery said to be only for coronavirus victims in the southwestern Kazakh city of Almaty and the surrounding region appears to hold many more bodies than the area's number of reported COVID-19 deaths.
Video shows racially-charged rant, 911 call over man allegedly asking woman to leash dog in NY park
The video shows the woman claim the man is threatening her life, though he's not heard uttering any threats in the video.
No e-pass needed to travel to airport from Gurgaon
Gurgaon has recorded 284 coronavirus cases so far, including 13 people who tested positive on Monday. Two people have succumbed to the infection so far.
Gyms flex legal muscle in lawsuit against Michigan Gov. Whitmer to lift coronavirus restrictions
Gym owners in Michigan have lawyered up in their battle against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer over state-imposed restrictions meant to stem the tide of the coronavirus.
Missouri officials slam 'irresponsible and dangerous' behavior seen in images of Memorial Day crowds
Missouri officials on Monday slammed the “irresponsible and dangerous” behavior of people who crowded pools and patios at the Lake of the Ozarks over Memorial Day weekend.
Boris Johnson defends UK adviser accused of violating quarantine while showing coronavirus symptoms
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, who said in a statement Monday that he did not regret driving 260 miles from London during the country’s coronavirus lockdown.
60 more die in Maharashtra, Mumbai death toll crosses 1,000
With 2,436 new cases, total COVID-19 cases in State reach 52,667
3,060 Special Trains Ferried Around 40 Lakh Migrants Since May 1: Railways
The Railways has ferried around 40 lakh migrant workers on board 3,060 ''Shramik Special'' trains since May 1, according to official data.
UK accused of 'threatening' EU with Royal Navy over Brexit fishing rights row
EXCLUSIVE: Defence Minister James Heappey said three offshore patrol vessels and other "high readiness forces" could be deployed
Dramatic video shows motorcycle passenger shooting teenager in the Bronx
Video released by the NYPD Monday shows a gunman on the back of a motorcycle pull out a gun and fire several rounds at a teenager in the Bronx, striking him twice in the leg, according to police. The
88% cases asymptomatic, 84% deaths had comorbid conditions: TN Minister
Tamil Nadu with a total of 4.21 lakh tests, the highest in the country, has 17,082 cases and has reported 118 deaths. And Chennai, with 548 cases on Monday, has registered 11,131 cases so far.
Grieving man who couldn't hold dying wife's hand calls on Boris Johnson to resign
EXCLUSIVE: John Wilson, 70, was forced to stay at home while Pauline, his wife of 48 years, died in hospital after contracting Covid-19. He says the Prime Minister must now quit
26 cases of Covid-19 at Mediclinic Cape Town
Twenty-six people have tested positive for Covid-19 at Mediclinic Cape Town in Oranjezicht, the medical facility confirmed on Monday.
Northwest cherry crops facing disease and decreased harvest
PORTLAND, Ore. — Cherry industry officials in Oregon and Washington state estimate a tree infection has substantially depleted the fruit for this year’s harvest.
Syria eases coronavirus curbs, new cases jump after expats return
DAMASCUS (Reuters) - Syria said on Monday it would lift an overnight curfew starting Tuesday and allow movement between governorates, easing coronavirus lockdown measures even as the health ministry reported the largest single-day increase in cases.
Three storey building collapses in Lagos, says LASEMA
Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Director-General, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), on Monday confirmed the partial..
McSally: China Is Taking 'First Step of Taking Hong Kong Back Over'
On Monday's broadcast of the Fox News Channel's "Fox & Friends," Sen. Martha McSally (R-AZ) stated that China is taking a "reckless" "first step of | Clips
Covid-19 deaths top 4 000 in under-fire Sweden
Sweden, which has gained international attention for its softer approach to the coronavirus than many of its European neighbours, says the number of deaths passed the 4 000 mark.
Impact of COVID-19 frightening, says Buhari - The Nation Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday said the coronavirus pandemic has brought Nigeria and other countries to their “knees”.
Belmont introduces open street dining to help downtown restaurants
The city set up chairs and tables for some social distancing dining, right there on the asphalt, to support nearby restaurants and shops.
UK to introduce 14-day quarantine for international arrivals
UK to introduce 14-day quarantine for international arrivals
Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings say coronavirus affected their eyesight
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that his own eyesight was affected by coronavirus
Militants Shell Town in Syria's Idlib, Russian Military Says
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Militants from the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham* terrorist group have attacked a settlement in the Syrian province of Idlib, Rear Admiral Oleg Zhuravlev, the...
California reopens churches 3 days after Trump threatened to 'override' states
The governor gave California churches the green light to reopen, three days after the president threatened to "override" states that continued to block in-person religious services due to the pandemic.
Cuomo admits 'we all failed' at making coronavirus projections
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Monday that coronavirus projections from experts were all wrong and he's getting out of the business of speculating because of it.
Cyber attacks against Israeli attempts to produce COVID-19 vaccine - Defense/Security
Cyber attacks on Israeli institutions working on coronavirus treatments and vaccines,with intent to sabotage efforts to fight the disease.
Lawmakers raise concerns over ‘distress withdrawal’ of EPFO funds
Most Opposition parties believe the withdrawals, about 10 times that in a similar time frame before lockdown, shows distress.Parties believe the matter of EPF withdrawals should be discussed when the standing committee meets
Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots
Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.
Outriders Broadcast will showcase People Can Fly's upcoming RPG-shooter later this week
Outriders remains on track for release later this year.
Quebec coroner recommends more training for police dealing with domestic violence
MONTREAL — A coroner is recommending more training for police officers after investigating the murder of a Quebec woman killed by her ex-boyfriend when she returned home to retrieve her belongings.
UPDATE | Father charged with murder of 4yo girl found dead at Brisbane home
UPDATE @ 6.00AM | The father of a four year old girl who was found dead in her home in Brisbane has been charged with murder. The 43-year-old was taken into custody last night…
Council of the Federation: COVID-19 prompts Quebec to put off premiers' meeting
Quebec is postponing the Council of the Federation meeting it was set to host this summer because of COVID-19.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
J&K Residents Lodged In Jails Outside State Dial Families On Eid: Centre
Eid for 122 prisoners lodged outside Jammu and Kashmir was not a lonely one as on the initiative of the Home Ministry, each of them managed to speak to their families back home and exchange greetings.
Yamina pushes bill to prevent investigation against PM - Inside Israel
Yamina faction places 'French Law' before Knesset to prevent investigations against incumbent PM for 'non-serious' offences.
Pinkerton: Stand with the Chinese People Against Their Communist Regime
It is a Chinese Communist Party ploy to conflate the communists with the Chinese people, and the U.S. must seek to widen the divide between the two.
Pentagon presses on with campaign to overturn FCC’s Ligado order
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration formally petitioned the FCC to reverse its decision to grant a spectrum license to Ligado.
UK offer of ‘rubber check’ for Hongkongers brazen interference in China’s internal affairs: observers
Some UK politicians’ promise to expand the “right of abode” to tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents was dubbed void promises and brazen interference in China’s internal affairs by Chinese mainland experts and Hong Kong residents interviewed by the Global Times on Monday.
"China Will Continue To Support India In COVID-19 Fight": Envoy
The second lot of donations from JackMa Foundation and Alibaba Foundation including ventilators, PPE kits and other medical supplies have arrived in Delhi, Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong said on Monday.
WHO suspends chloroquine trial as possible cure for Covid-19
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that it has suspended the use of hydroxychloroquine in trial for the treatment of COVID-19. The drug trial was suspended on grounds of safety concern following a report
Six flights carrying 562 stranded passengers arrive at Srinagar Airport
With Government resuming domestic flight operations across the country, six domestic flights carrying about 562 passengers, who were stranded at different
No mask, no service? Businesses have the right to require masks on customers
TORONTO — If you were hoping to get out of putting on a face mask to visit stores and other businesses demanding customers wear one, think again.
Trump warns he may move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions
U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention set for August from North Carolina if the event faces state social distancing restrictions due to the coronavirus. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced Trump and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden to halt campaign rallies. Some…
Wike, Rivers liable for infecting my manager with Covid-19 – Owner of demolished hotel
Following the confirmation by the Rivers state government, that the manager of the demolished Nyesome Wike
Visakhapatnam: Violators of Covid norms, traffic rules get their vehicles back
The lockdown has come as a blessing in disguise for the cash-strapped State as the number of vehicles seized during this period brought sizeable inflow into its exchequer.
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19
Prof. Anthony Igwegbe, Chief Medical Director of the hospital, disclosed this on Monday.
Trump bars travellers from Brazil
President Donald Trump on Sunday further limited travel from the world's coronavirus hotspots by denying entry to foreigners coming from Brazil, which is second to the US in the number of
Evening Update: Trudeau seeks paid sick leave for workers in bid for NDP support; Canadian vaccine candidate shows promise in animal tests
Also: More reopenings in hard-hit areas of Quebec and Alberta
Jakarta doctors share their experiences spending Ramadan, Idul Fitri away from families
"I haven't seen my parents for almost three months," Lia, a doctor who works at a community health center (Puskesmas) in Duren Sawit district, said.
More than 15 lakh people returned to Bihar in 1,029 trains
Aggarwal said that bringing migrant laborers and others from other states to Bihar is the first priority of the government.
Assam: Two held for beating vegetable vendor to death
Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has announced a one-time financial relief of Rs 2 lakh for Deka’s family.
Some corps members serving in Ekiti to get certificate after lockdown – Coordinator
The Ekiti State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, Emmanuella Okpongete, made this known on Monday in a statement by the Ekiti NYSC Public Relations Officer, Rose Onoja
Spain revises virus death toll, removes cases counted twice
Spain's government on Monday revised downward the country's death toll from the coronavirus by nearly 2,000, bringing the total to 26,834.
VIDEO: Retail Merchants of Hawaii’s Tina Yamaki and business owner Victor Lim join the COVID-19 Care Conversation | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Tina Yamaki, president of the Retail Merchants of Hawaii, was today’s guest on the COVID-19 Care Conversation. She was joined by Victor Lim, McDonald’s franchise owner and former chair of Hawaii Restaurant Association.
Brazilian president blames health minister, mayors, media for COVID-19 crisis
With Brazil emerging as one of the world's most infected countries, President Jair Bolsonaro is deflecting all responsibility for the coronavirus crisis, casting blame on mayors, governors, an outgoing health minister and the media.
Teachers need more time to prepare - Sadtu KZN on return of staff to schools
The South African Democratic Teachers Union in KwaZulu-Natal says the extension for school staff to return to schools under Level 3 lockdown is not enough to prepare for the return of pupils.
Is international travel allowed yet? See when Spain, Mexico, Italy, UK plan to reopen borders
Spain has announced that it will reopen its borders to foreign tourists in July and Mexico will start reopening in June. See when others will follow.
Gathering limits make it a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister
EDMONTON — Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.
States plead for cybersecurity funds as hacking threat surges
Cash-short state and local governments are pleading with Congress to send them funds to shore up their cybersecurity as hackers look to exploit the crisis by targeting overwhelmed government offices.
Mother's Day gatherings boosted COVID-19 cases, health minister says
'... people seeing families when they should not have been more than five people together,'
B.C. government says sorry as camping reservation system overwhelmed
VICTORIA - The government website for British Columbia residents booking provincial campsites was overwhelmed on Monday, prompting an apology from the Minis
India, Israel plan to jointly develop rapid testing tools for covid-19
DRDO and CSIR are likely to partner with Israel’s Directorate of R&D in its ministry of defence to develop the rapid testing tools.Israel recently claimed it had developed a monoclonal antibody that may ’neutralize’ SARS-CoV-2
Amnesty International, others ask Akwa Ibom govt, SSS to release detained journalist
The rights group, Amnesty International, and other groups have called on Nigeria’s secret police, the SSS, to release a sports journalist, Kufre Carter
UK PM Boris Johnson defiant as scandal rages over aide accused of breaking coronavirus rules
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday failed to draw a line under a scandal over his top aide Dominic Cummings allegedly breaching ...
COVID-19 deaths in Sweden top 4,000: Public Health Agency
The death toll from the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Sweden has topped 4,000, statistics published by the Public Health Agency showed on ...
US Air Force ends height restrictions in hopes of attracting more female pilots
Air Force officials said that aircrafts were largely built for males, and made things more challenging for female applicants.
Multiple Israeli Coronavirus Research Centers Struck in Major Cyber Attack
The attacks involved no attempt to extract information but rather simply an attempt to sabotage the research. They failed.
Video shows racially-charged rant, 911 call over man allegedly asking woman to leash dog in NY park
The video shows the woman claim the man is threatening her life, though he's not heard uttering any threats in the video.
We’ll make Lagos 4th Mainland Bridge a reality — Sanwo-Olu’s Aide
The governor’s aide said this during an online CovInspiration Show organised to mark the first year in office of Governor Sanwo-Olu.
Venezuela celebrates docking of tanker with Iran gasoline
The first Iranian ship to arrive is trailed by four other tankers. The shipments, however, only carry enough fuel for two or three weeks, analysts say.
Community groups, charities eligible for RACQ funding grants
Community groups and charities that are doing it tough during the coronavirus crisis are now eligible for grants to help them get through. The RACQ Foundation has announced that it has extended it’s…
Chinese Embassy condemns murder of three Chinese in Zambia as ‘appalling and vicious’
The Chinese Ambassador to Zambia made solemn representations to the Zambian foreign ministry on Monday after three Chinese nationals were murdered in the capital Lusaka.
Passing out of corps members, issuance of CNS gets date
Adenike Adeyemi, the Director, Press and Public Relations of NYSC, said this in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday.
German government, regions tussle over reopening from COVID-19 lockdowns
BERLIN: Germany's central and regional governments were at odds on Monday (May 25) over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with ...
We will make Lagos 4th Mainland Bridge a reality — Sanwo-Olu’s Aide
Mrs Aramide Adeyoye, Special Adviser to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Works and Infrastructure, says his administration will make the...
Republican says Flynn judge may have ‘conflict of interest’ after hiring personal attorney
A Republican congressman said he found it peculiar that the judge overseeing Michael Flynn’s case hired a prominent lawyer as an appeals court reviews his decision not to dismiss the case against President Trump’s former national security adviser immediately.
COVID-19: House of Reps calls for schools to be fumigated before resumption
The House of Representatives has said all schools in Nigeria whether public or private are fumigated before they are reopened due to the coronavirus pandemic.
"Train Should Reach Station": Sena Leader Taunts Piyush Goyal Over Tweets
In a dig at Railway Minister Piyush Goyal over the diversion of the Vasai Road-Gorakhpur Sharmik Special train via Odisha, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Monday said their only request is that train carrying migrants should reach its destination as announced.
Special Prayer Held in Israel for Wellbeing of World Jewry
People from around the world were invited to send their names for prayers.
CFA 'never sought' slice of Celeste Barber's $51 million fundraiser
Court rules that $50 million raised by comedian cannot be given to groups other than the NSW Rural Fire Service, but Victoria's CFA says it never lobbied to receive a share
A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown
Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.
87 COVID-19 patients in Nainital came by same special train, says health department
The passengers came by the special train from Mumbai to Haridwar on May 20 and left in buses for Haldwani in Nainital district
Tony Blair Hits Trump over Coronavirus: Seeks More Global Government
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair has airily dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's leadership during the Chinese coronavirus pandemic.
Shiv Sena Slams Maharashtra Governor Over Stand On University Exams
The ruling Shiv Sena in Maharashtra on Monday hit out at Governor BS Koshyari for being in favour of conducting final year university exams in the state, and said health of students cannot be put at risk amid the COVID-19 crisis.
NSW on alert with 1.2 million kids on the move
NSW's public transport stood up to its first post-pandemic test on Monday, as more than a million school students returned to classrooms.
Italian Government Wants Unemployed To Become Social Distancing Snitches
An army of “civic assistants” will be embedded in the population
Statement By 5G-free New Zealand Coalition
Regarding the recent damage to cellular phone towers, the 5G-FREE NEW ZEALAND group wishes to state clearly that we do not encourage or condone actions of violence or vandalism.
80 flights cancelled at Delhi airport; airlines follow Covid-19 guidelines
The flight schedule had been made for all airports, including those in West Bengal, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, which have decided to defer or restrict flights for now
Liberal senator files defamation suit over Twitter troll account
Victorian senator Sarah Henderson has filed defamation proceedings against a former Geelong councillor who denies any link to an anonymous Twitter account.
Nigeria confirms 313 new cases of COVID-19, total active cases now 5350
Nigeria on Sunday recorded 313 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, taking the toll of active cases to 5350. - Coronavirus Updates
After failed bid with viper, Kerala man kills wife with cobra: police
Police on Sunday arrested Sooraj, 27, a native of Adoor and Santosh, 47, a snake handler, on charges of killing Sooraj’s wife Uthra, 25, a native of Kollam.
Pakistan's COVID-19 cases steadily go up to 56,349; death toll at 1,167
The Ministry of National Health Services reported that 22,491 cases were diagnosed in Sindh, 20,077 in Punjab, 7,905 in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, 3,407 in Balochistan, 1,641 in Islamabad, 619 in Gilgit-Baltistan and 209 in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Locust attacks threaten crop damage in 17 UP districts; third state to be affected
The crop-eating pests have ravaged farms in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
Ismail Sabri: Police pursuing organisers, attendees of wedding at Serdang temple held during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The police will take action against organisers and attendees of a wedding ceremony held at a temple in Seri Kembangan, Serdang last Sunday that involved up to 30 people, said Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He said that the wedding was in breach of the...
Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong’s special status on law fears
China proposes path to imposing rules used against dissidents on the mainland
Johnson supported Cummings ahead of public interest, Nicola Sturgeon says
Scotland’s First Minister accused the PM of risking public confidence in coronavirus guidelines by keeping his adviser in post.
24,000 quarantined OFWS to go home
Labor Secretary Silvestre H. Bello III said that, upon instruction of President Rodrigo Duterte, the composite team of Philippine Coast Guard and Overseas Workers Welfare Administration will arrange in the next three days for daily trips for 8,000 OFWs via the Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange and the NAIA Terminal.
Burglar unmasked for not wearing mask in Sta. Ana
A MAN who was accosted in Sta. Ana, Manila the other day for not wearing face mask found himself in deeper trouble after the Manila Police District-Station 6 discovered upon verification that he is also a burglar.
Twitter Aboil as Donald Trump Retweets Post Dubbing Hillary Clinton 'Skank'
A flurry of explosive tweets copied by POTUS dwelled on a number of prominent Democrats, including Stacy Abrams, who once ran for Georgia governor, and Trump’s main...
Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as virus slows recovery
Six months after Australia's bushfire crisis and some 6 hours away from Sydney, scores of people still live in limbo
Bayer says it makes progress in settlement talks over weedkiller
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Bayer said on Monday it had made progress seeking a settlement over claims its glyphosate-based Roundup weedkiller causes cancer, after Bloomberg reported the company reached a verbal agreement on about 50,000 to 85,000 cases.
SAMRC board apologises for Prof Gray's comments, bars staff from speaking to media
The SA Medical Research Council board has apologised to the Ministerial Advisory Committee for comments made by its president, Professor Glenda Gray, and says it will institute a fact-finding investigation into the "damage" the comments may have caused.
Former minister Teresa Kok says ‘history repeating itself’ after Malaysian Rubber Board chairman ‘expedites’ nod for RM100m project in own constituency
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Seputeh MP Teresa Kok criticised today the government’s practice of political appointments when accusing new Malaysian Rubber Board (MRB) chairman Datuk Ahmad Nazlan Idris of rushing a RM100 million project in his parliamentary constituency within a month of his...
ILO to PM Modi: ‘send clear message’ on changes in labour laws
A group of 10 Central trade unions wrote to ILO, seeking its intervention to protect workers’ rights and international labour standards.
Plans for retirement village on former landfill site rejected
Plans to build dozens of retirement homes on a former landfill site have been unanimously thrown out by councillors.
Lorraine Kelly asks if Brits can appeal lockdown fines amid Dominic Cummings scandal
Dominic Cummings broke lockdown rules to drive to his parents' home
China says virus pushing US ties to brink of 'Cold War'
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Washington had been infected by a “political virus”.
Tayside and Fife golf courses say they are ready to reopen this week
Golf courses across Tayside and Fife are driving forward with plans to reopen on Friday after almost 10 weeks of closure.
Rift Valley leaders divided over Uhuru, Ruto war
Jubilee legislators are divided on the authenticity of the winnowing in the party.
'Quite a Decent Shake' : Earthquake interrupts New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern's TV interview
The prime minister was speaking to a morning news program from Parliament in Wellington
UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.
89 persons including 45 returnees from Gulf countries test positive for COVID-19 in Andhra
So far, 62 foreign returnees have tested positive upon returning to the State as part of Vande Bharat Mission.
Belgium will not return to tough lockdown: minister
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Belgium will not return to the strict measures imposed for nearly two months to combat the coronavirus outbreak even if there is a second wave of COVID-19 cases, the country’s interior minister has said.
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
Coronavirus Australia latest: at a glance
A summary of the major developments in the coronavirus outbreak across Australia
16 persons in Udupi district test positive for COVID-19
Eight of them are in the age group of 3-11 years
Immigration D-G: 207 undocumented migrants tested positive for Covid-19 in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — A total of 207 of the 13,929 undocumented migrants detained at three Immigration Detention Depots in Peninsular Malaysia have been found to be positive for Covid-19 infection. Immigration Director-General Datuk Khairul Dzaimee Daud said 110 of those infected have been sent...
Traffic’s creeping back and some transit to collect fares again
Community Transit and Sound Transit are set to resume fares June 1, but not Everett Transit.
Cullen commission into money laundering in British Columbia resumes today
VANCOUVER — Money laundering in British Columbia will be under scrutiny again this week when a public inquiry resumes today.
GBP/USD: Bad news on all fronts – Rabobank
Sterling is facing pressure on a variety of fronts. The prospect of more monetary policy stimulus, a deep recession and political uncertainty is set t
Man kidnaps and rapes ex-lover
A Bulawayo man recently broke into his ex-lover's home and kidnapped her before raping her.This was heard by the Bulawayo magistrate Shepherd Mjanja when ...
Frydenberg moves to shield boards from class action lawsuits
Directors will be relieved from strict obligations to keep investors updated after the Morrison government eased disclosure rules to shield boards from lawsuits.
Rental market hit by student exodus: Gurner
Tim Gurner says the treatment of foreign students by state and federal governments 'was incredibly poor' and its impact on the rental market will be huge.
Children may act as carriers of COVID-19: Official
Though data shows that children are less affected by COVID-19, they may still fall ill and can be carriers of the virus. Parents are, therefore, urged to keep their children safe during Eid celebrations by following the instructions by health authorities, according to Dr. Sadriya Al Khoji, National Lead, Healthy Children and Adolescents.
Is it because RSS-backed BJP is not in power?: Shiv Sena slams Maharashtra Guv over stand on university exams
The ruling Shiv Sena in Maharashtra on Monday hit out at Governor B S Koshyari for being in favour of conducting final year university exams in the state.
COVID situation in Delhi under control, says Kejriwal as govt readies more beds across private hospitals
The chief minister also said that the government is pushing to add 2,000 more beds across private hospitals as 75% of the beds earmarked for Covid-19 patients have already been occupied. He said that 509 out of 667 beds across private hospitals have been occupied so far.
Incredible moment neighbours heckle 'hypocrite' Dominic Cummings over lockdown trip
Cummings was branded a 'hypocrite' by the crowd of onlookers on his own doorstep
Benjamin Spencer becomes the first Black dean of America’s oldest law school
A. Benjamin Spencer has made history by becoming the new dean of the oldest law school in America—The William & Mary Law School.
‘We will forever love him’: Heartbroken parents pay tribute to popular Fife teen who died in road tragedy
The heartbroken parents of a Fife teenager killed in a road tragedy say they have lost "the perfect person".
The plan for Parliament and COVID-19 transparency; In The News for May 25
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 25 …
I’m too busy to eye Anambra gov seat — Ngige
Tony Okafor, Awka The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige has said he is too busy serving the nation at the national level to consider a shot at the 2021 Anambra State governorship e...
List of countries where there are no coronavirus cases across the world
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has since labelled Covid-19 a pandemic but there are still a handful of countries that have not yet reported any cases.
Rajasthan Rajgarh SHO suicide: Police station staff seeks transfer, cites pressure by MLA Krishna Poonia
In an application to the IG, police personnel of the Rajgarh police station have asked for their transfer, saying local MLA Krishna Poonia pressurises them and unnecessarily complains against them to senior officials. The SHO of the police station, Vishnu Dutt Vishnoi, committed suicide on Friday.
Ghani responds to Taliban’s gesture of goodwill, vows to release 2000 prisoners
President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani responded to the gesture of goodwill by Taliban group and vowed to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners.
Furious backlash after Boris Johnson defends aide’s lockdown journey
Tory MPs say they have received a wave of anger from constituents over Dominic Cummings’ actions.
Less number of road accidents recorded on first day of Eid
Emergency Department at Hamad General Hospital (HGH) and Al Wakra Hospital have treated 651 cases on the first day of Eid Al Fitr due to several reasons including road accidents, stomach ailments, respiratory problems and trauma.
P240K mj seized from ‘BoC rep’ in Malate
OPERATIVES from the Manila Police District (MPD) confiscated six blocks of marijuana with a street value of about P240,000, from a man claiming to be a 'customs representative,’ during a buy-bust operation in Malate, Manila yesterday.
CMCO: Do not cheer for mat rempits, Johor police chief warns Malaysians
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — Johor police have urged the public not to cheer mat rempits for their stunts or jeer police for acting against these public nuisance who are violating the law, especially the conditional movement control order (CMCO). He was commenting on a video trending on social media...
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
"Bullets and repression are not the way to deal with the aspirations of Hong Kong's people for freedom and democracy."
Chickens Lay Eggs With Green Yolk On Indian Farm
A chicken farmer from Malappuram, India identified as Ak Shihabudheen has confirmed that some of his poultry lay eggs with green egg yolks.
Karnataka COVID-19 Tracker: 69 new cases reported on Monday; state tally climbs to 2,158
Karnataka reported 69 fresh cases of coronavirus on Monday, taking the state tally to 2,158. So far, 680 people have been cured and discharged while 43 succumbed to the virus, informed the state health department. Out of the 69 cases, 51 are returnees from Maharashtra.
CFA 'never sought' slice of Celeste Barber's $51 million fundraiser
Court rules that $50 million raised by comedian cannot be given to groups other than the NSW Rural Fire Service, but Victoria's CFA says it never lobbied to receive a share
New Zealand PM unfazed as earthquake hits during interview
Jacinda Ardern impressed viewers when she barely skipped a beat.
Yogi Government To Form Migration Commission To Provide Migrant Workers Employment In The State
The Yogi Adityanath led Uttar Pradesh government has ordered the formation of a “Migration Commission” which will be tasked with providing employment to migrant workers who have recently returned back to the state in light of the Covid-19 lockdown, ANI has reported.
Abductee’s family to Niger: negotiate with kidnappers
The family of one of the construction workers kidnapped in Niger State has appealed to the state government to open negotiations with the abductor ...
SC allows Air India to operate non-scheduled foreign flights with middle seats booking for 10 days
The Supreme Court on Monday, while hearing an urgent plea against Bombay High Court's order to keep middle seats vacant in international flights in compliance with social distancing norms.
Question in Goa Board’s Class X English exam stokes row
The ruling BJP has demanded action in the matter, while the opposition Congress said the question reflects the “reality of the state government”
The plan for Parliament and COVID-19 transparency; In The News for May 25
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 25 ... --- COVID-19 in Canada ...
The five brave Sullivan brothers who died in WWII serving the US Navy
The Irish American Sullivan brothers, all killed aboard the USS Juneau during WWII, became the first multiple-person namesake of a ship in US Naval history.
Communities unite to fight COVID-19
Government’s efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19 in Qatar, have received overwhelming support from the community in the form of volunteering work and contributions like cash, logistic and services by individuals and companies. Qatari youth became the source of inspiration by becoming volunteers.
Claims poaching and fly tipping rife at Perthshire and Fife reservoirs
A fisheries manager says the coronavirus crisis has been "a nightmare" with reservoirs in Fife and Perthshire plagued with poaching, fly tipping, and anti-social behaviour during the lockdown.
Coronavirus in Ballarat: Excitement builds as students return to school after COVID-19 shutdown
Prep pupil Sofia can't wait to see her friends and teacher when she returns to the classroom
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern Keeps Calm As Earthquake Hits While On TV
The New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been going viral (again) - this time after an earthquake struck.
Millions of kids in Australia return to schools as COVID-19 numbers fall
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said on Monday students and teachers had to observe one key message: Stay home if sick.
PH coronavirus cases climb to 14,319, deaths at 873
The Department of Health counts 284 new cases, 5 more deaths, and 74 more recoveries
Organization Russian Grand Prix wants to organize first race with public
After Japan, Russia is now also letting us know that it would like to organize a Grand Prix with an audience. Where the first races in Europe are still without an audience, Russia wants to organize a race with an audience.
Trudeau pushes for sick leave
UPDATE 8:58 a.m. rime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canadians have a responsibility to themselves and to the people around them to follow public health rules to slow the spread of COVID-19.
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
Russia’s Pushing a Quack COVID Cure All Over Africa
ABUJA, Nigeria—U.S. President Donald Trump is not the only figure threatening the World Health Organization while endorsing dubious coronavirus treatments. In Africa, news outlets and social media posts notorious for spreading Russian-created disinformation and conspiracy theories are leveling all sorts
Health Ministry Issues Guidelines For International Arrivals In India, 14 Day Quarantine Compulsory
The Health Ministry has issued guidelines for domestic travel by air, trains and roads which includes that symptomatic passengers will monitor their health for 14 days while those with symptoms will be screened at the nearest health facility.
Johnson supported Cummings ahead of public interest, Nicola Sturgeon says
Scotland’s First Minister accused the PM of risking public confidence in coronavirus guidelines by keeping his adviser in post.
COVID-19: Iran Reopens Religious Shrines; Kremlin Spokesman Leaves Hospital
Here's a roundup of COVID-19 developments in RFE/RL's broadcast regions.
Sanwo-Olu to virtually inaugurate projects to mark one year in office
Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu is to inaugurate housing, education, and road projects as part of activities to mark one year in office.
Oca places 4 streets in Bgy. 28 on total lockdown
THE local government of Caloocan city yesterday denied report circulating on social media that another barangay in the city will be placed on total lockdown starting today, Tuesday.
Residents celebrate Eid Al Fitr, maintain social distancing
Residents made their Eid Al Fitr festivities memorable by celebrating the festival at home with their family members. By celebrating Eid at home and following social distancing, they made significant contribution in government’s effort to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the country.
Scots ex-model set on fire by twisted thug in murder bid urges Parole Board not to release him early
AN ex-model set on fire by a twisted thug who tried to murder her has urged the Scots Parole Board not to grant him early release. Anne Crossan, 51, who was scarred for life in the shocking attack,…
Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected
A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.
117 Delhi private hospitals to reserve 20% beds for COVID-19 patients, says Kejriwal, admits to rise in cases
Delhi has reported 13,418 positive cases of Coronavirus so far, out of which 6,540 people have recovered and 6,617 are active cases.
Malaysia Productivity Corp urges regulators to utilise Unified Public Consultation portal during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) is urging all government ministries and agencies to utilise the Unified Public Consultation (UPC) portal to continue to maintain their stakeholder engagements especially during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period....
A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown
Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.Here is what some of the provinces have a
High-spec equipment will allow Ninewells Hospital to double testing capacity
Ninewells Hospital has doubled its coronavirus testing capacity after new equipment was delivered from South Korea.
Jacinda Ardern calmly continues interview during earthquake in New Zealand
An earthquake that struck near the New Zealand capital city of Wellington while Prime Minister Ja...
Petition in Bombay High Court seeks Covid-19 testing facilities in non-red zones
The petition further stated that the swab samples from Ratnagiri were sent to a laboratory in Sangli district, which is nearly 237 km away.
Smoke covers A53 as fire crews called to rubber and plastic blaze
Firefighters had to put out a fire involving plastic and rubber in a field near a main road.
Did pilots FORGET to put wheels down on doomed PIA 8303? Airbus performed a belly landing and took off again before crashing on second attempt killing 97 people onboard
Captain Sajjad Gull, who was at the controls of doomed Pakistan Airlines Flight 8303 when it crashed on Friday killing 97, may have forgotten to put the wheels down when landing, experts said.
Migrants walk through 'hell' to reach 'heaven' in Bihar but stare at uncertain future
Hungry and exhausted, these migrant workers are arriving at Sonathu and other villages in Bihar's Aurangabad district from places as far-off as Surat, Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur and Chennai every day, carrying tales of trauma and tribulation.
Liberal senator files defamation suit over Twitter troll account
Victorian senator Sarah Henderson has filed defamation proceedings against a former Geelong councillor who denies any link to an anonymous Twitter account.
Frydenberg moves to shield boards from class action lawsuits
Directors will be relieved from strict obligations to keep investors updated after the Morrison government eased disclosure rules to shield boards from lawsuits.
Rivers govt accuses EFCC of media trial, says it will not be intimidated
The Rivers State Government has again joined issues with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which it accused of engaging on media trial...
Four ways to create more diversified and resilient portfolios
Those who use an array of strategies will be more prepared for whatever the future holds as we emerge from COVID-19
Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong's special status on law fears
TAIPEI (Reuters) - China’s planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest.
COVID-19 Has Turned Paradise Into a Privacy Nightmare
When Tara Trunfio stepped off her flight from Boulder to Maui, she didn’t see the leis and grass skirts that so many visitors expect. Instead, the 23-year-old saw masked officials warning that visitors who don’t comply with the islands’ 14-day quarantine requirement would be arrested. A Hawaiian get-away
Jammu and Kashmir: Two suspected militants killed in encounter at Kulgam district, say police
The identities and group affiliation of those killed are being ascertained, a police official said.
Belgium will not return to tough lockdown, says minister
BRUSSELS, May 25 — Belgium will not return to the strict measures imposed for nearly two months to combat the coronavirus outbreak even if there is a second wave of Covid-19 cases, the country’s interior minister has said. The country of 11.5 million people effectively closed down in mid-March,...
German court rules against VW in 'Dieselgate' compensation scandal
About four years after the Volkswagen Diesel scandal broke, Germany's Federal Court passes a binding rule on compensation for consumers
Neither trained, nor equipped for Covid, Maharashtra police learns, adapts
ince the beginning of the outbreak and subsequent lockdown, the police have been deployed in contact tracing, monitoring of home or institutional quarantine and implementation of the lockdown, including curfews, closure of containment zones, district boundaries and issuing travel permits, deployment at hospitals and quarantines facilities, to name a few.
‘Appalled’ judge sentences pastor for theft from Oso victims
“God only knows what darkness in (Gary) Ray’s soul has caused him to do these things,” the judge said.
University club comes to aid of Fife families seeking refuge from domestic abuse
Families seeking refuge from domestic violence can now stay connected thanks to support from St Andrews University students.
Venkaiah Naidu reviews preparedness for holding regular Parliament panel meetings
With air and rail travel starting in a graded manner, Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu reviewed the preparedness of the secretariats of both Houses of Parliament for regular meetings of departmen
Chinese, Indian troops engage in border conflicts
2 skirmishes have occurred so far this month as talks break down again
Isko lauds MTPB for helping deliver food aid
THE Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) headed by Dennis Viaje was commended by Mayor Isko Moreno for helping deliver food aid and rice to the city-based three-wheel public utility drivers numbering at least 17,000.
Flight resumption paves way for Parliamentary committee meetings in June
Monsoon session of Parliament likely to be on schedule, though social distancing challenges remain
MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
OTTAWA — The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it's going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
Rajasthan govt withdraws order increasing daily working limit to 12 hours
Congress-ruled Rajasthan was the first state to increase the working hour limit to 12 hours from 8 hours through an order issued on April 11
Muslims in India, Bangladesh celebrate Eid subdued by COVID-19
Indian government leaders and imams appealed to Eid celebrants to follow lockdown norms
Liberal senator files defamation suit over Twitter troll account
Victorian senator Sarah Henderson has filed defamation proceedings against a former Geelong councillor who denies any link to an anonymous Twitter account.
US aide renews warning on China's proposed law for Hong Kong
A top White House aide renewed a warning on Sunday that the US might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new ...
PM Trudeau commits to explore plan to allow 10 days of paid sick leave
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his government intends to move forward on talks with the provinces and territories on ensuring that every worker in Canada who needs it can access 10 days of paid sick leave a year.
Ondo APC Unity Forum’s leader joins Akeredolu’s camp
Peter Dada, Akure A leader of the Unity Forum of the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State, Mr Idowu Otetubi, has dumped the group to join the Governor Rotimi Akeredolu’s camp in the party. Ote...
CM Yogi has Accused many States for Ignoring UP Migrants -
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who has given his wealth to migrant workers who have returned to Uttar Pradesh from other
No parades, but cemeteries open, flags up for Memorial Day
Recognizing the holiday is more complicated this year, but local groups are doing what they can.
HMC operated 4 mobile sites for blood donation during Ramadan
The Hamad Medical Corporation’s Blood Donation Center operated four sites during the holy month of Ramadan, especially in the present situation (COVID-19) to reach out to donors in the nearest area they can safely donate blood and recruit more donors.
Homicide Detectives Search Hamilton Address
Hamilton Police investigating the murder of 40-year-old Sao Young have executed a search warrant at a Casey Avenue address this morning.
Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds
A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts of the grounds, police said.
Jubilee purge: Ruto's supporters anxious
Uhuru aims to take effective control of both the party and Parliament.
Paul Feig Still Thinks the Female-Lead 'Ghostbusters' Backlash Had to Do With 2016 Election
Paul Feig believes that the backlash the female-lead "Ghostbuster" spawned had to do with the trends surrounding the 2016 presidential election.
Frydenberg moves to shield boards from class action lawsuits
Directors will be relieved from strict obligations to keep investors updated after the Morrison government eased disclosure rules to shield boards from lawsuits.
Rights in the time of COVID-19
The rules that govern members of a society are in a state of flux due to COVID-19. Just four short months ago, we probably could not have imagined a society defined by closed stores, social distancing, and mask-wearing. Yet states around the world have required these measures, and even more, of individuals.
Pakistan plane crash: Police officer who saved others until he fell unconscious earns praise online
Sindh Police official reportedly fainted from inhaling CO2 and was admitted to a hospital
Andhra Pradesh govt constitutes probe committee, seeks questions from public on LG Polymers gas leak
Weeks after the horrific LG Polymer ‘Styrene’ gas leak incident, the Andhra Pradesh government has constituted a High Power Committee (HPC).
Greece Restarts Ferries to Islands, Reopens Cafes, Restaurants
ATHENS, Greece (AP) - Greece restarted regular ferry services to its islands Monday and cafes and restaurants were also back open for business as the country accelerated efforts to salvage its tourism season.
GBP/USD: Falling this year before a very modest rebound in 2021 – HSBC
GBP is particularly vulnerable in a world driven by fiscal dynamics. The UK's status as a foreign debtor and the resurfacing of Brexit create further
Dominic Cummings controversy: The unanswered questions
Despite backing by Boris Johnson, key details about aide’s breaching of lockdown remain murky
The plan for Parliament and COVID-19 transparency; In The News for May 25
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
Feds pledge to push provinces for paid sick leave following NDP prompt
The federal government committed Monday to advancing talks with the provinces and territories on ensuring that every worker in Canada who needs it can access 10 days of paid sick leave a year, a measure viewed as important to the 'recovery phase' of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The plan for Parliament and COVID-19 transparency; In The News for May 25
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 25 …—COVID-19 in Canada …OTTAWA — The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it’s going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
LETTER: We need more time to negotiate with EU
A reader shares their thoughts on extending the time to negotiate with the EU.
Centre issues SOP for movements of Indian nationals stranded abroad, want to leave country
Travel cost has to be borne by the travellers, who should be asymptomatic to be allowed to enter India.
Eid al-Fitr: Singaporean businessman cooks biryani for migrants amid Covid crisis
There are about 300,000 foreign labourers in Singapore, most of them from Bangladesh, China and India, and most staying in purpose-built dormitories, in rooms with bunks for 12 to 20 men.
MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
The House of Commons is meeting Monday to decide, again, how it is going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
Trains to resume full operations on June 8 - Inside Israel
Trans. Min. Regev and Health Min. Edelstein agree: Buses, minibuses to expand number of passengers allowed to board.
Delhi has Covid-19 under control, says Kejriwal as cases increase in city
Kejriwal also said there are 250 ventilators with the government and only 11 are being used
MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
OTTAWA — The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it’s going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
COVID-19: Trump bars travel from Brazil
President Donald Trump on Sunday suspended travel from Brazil, which has emerged as a major new hotspot in the coronavirus pandemic, the White House said. Non-Americans who have been in Brazil i...
Perthshire bus drivers latest key workers to receive hand sanitisers from local distillery
Perthshire bus drivers have become the latest key workers to receive donations of hand sanitiser from a local distillery.
Travel to Queensland: Tourism operators face ruin over border closure due to coronavirus
Queensland tourism operators face ruin if they’re unable to target southern Australians for winter holidays due to borders remaining closed.
12 People Seek Treatment After Consuming Poisonous Foods Linked With DP Ruto
Kiambu governor James Nyoro has condemned the distribution of poisonous food stuffs to residents on Sunday.Speaking on Monday, the county boss said the relief food had been distributed to Karai an
Applying Israeli Sovereignty to Parts of YESHA According to the Trump Plan – Implications
If the U.S. supports Israel’s unilateral implementation of sovereignty under the peace plan, according to the conditions it laid down for Israel, and if Israel does not exploit the current set of circumstances to apply its law/sovereignty in keeping with the plan, it could be regretted for generations.
'On the day she died, I couldn't be with her or hold her hand': Widower's heart-breaking letter about staying apart from dying wife in lockdown - as MPs are flooded with emails in response to Dominic Cummings scandal
John Wilson from Whitchurch wrote to Buckingham MP Greg Smith to ask what he thinks about the fact that he had to be apart from his dying wife while Dominic Cummings was travelling.
Suriname votes with convicted-killer president's future at stake
With a partial lockdown in effect due to the coronavirus pandemic, Suriname's 380,000 eligible voters will head to the polls to elect the 51 members of the National Assembly.
Pay rifts, a partner divide, and a threat at the Ritz Carlton: 50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller
Business Insider - Pay rifts, a partner divide, and transparency are key issues behind some partners leaving elite law firm Boies Schiller. Now BSF is re-making itself.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
NYSC to issue certificates to outgoing corps members at local govt councils – Official
In keeping with the COVID-19 protocol of social and physical distancing to contain the spread of the virus, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)...
Mother, daughter end life after family quarrel
Repayment of loan for home reported to be trigger
No way to control crowding at parties in Lake of Ozarks: mayor
Mobs of partiers who flocked to poolside bars at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri over Memorial Day weekend can’t be controlled — despite social distancing guidelines, a local mayor
Scots Volkswagen drivers to receive millions in payouts after emission scandal ruling
Scots solicitors have made the claim after a landmark German ruling.
Chief Scientist clashes with Lucy Turnbull over 'shipping sunshine'
Former Lord Mayor Lucy Turnbull and Chief Scientist Alan Finkel debated Australia's energy future on Q+A. They agreed on the end goal but not how to achieve it.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
ANTANANARIVO (Madagascar), May 25 — Madagascar’s government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus. Madagascar’s cabinet held a special meeting yesterday to...
Poland new Supreme Court chief accused of political bias
WARSAW, May 25 — Poland’s president tapped a new Supreme Court chief justice today, drawing criticism over her political affiliation with the EU country’s right-wing government. The move follows several controversial judicial reforms, which the EU has said test the rule of law in the country...
Woman falls to death from fourth floor of building in Sharjah
Handbag besides body suggests woman was trying to escape
Dominic Cummings to make rare public statement on lockdown row
Dominic Cummings, the prime minister’s chief advisor, is to make a rare public statement later today as pressure mounts on him to quit over breaking lockdown rules.
MP demands answers over Brexit impact on North Sea helicopter safety
An MP has demanded answers from the UK Government over the future of post-Brexit safety rules for North Sea helicopters.
Tobacco ban under court scrutiny this week
The fight for the sale and distribution of tobacco is set to continue in the courts this week after president Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Sunday night that tobacco would remain banned under level three of lockdown, which starts next Monday.
Coronavirus Is Killing Brazil's Isolated Indigenous Peoples at a Staggering Rate
The mortality rate among indigenous people is twice that of the rest of the population.
17-year-old boy becomes Georgia’s youngest coronavirus victim
A 17-year-old boy has become the youngest to die of coronavirus in Georgia, officials have revealed. The unidentified teen was listed Sunday as part of the Georgia Emergency Management Agency’s
Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight as staffer tests positive
A fourth grade multi-tasking staffer, who last attended the office on May 19, tested Covid-19 positive. Nine of his contacts at the Rail Bhavan had been home quarantined.Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection
Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors
Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the
First there was JobSeeker, then JobKeeper - now it's JobMaker
Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.
Ivory Coast children head back to school after virus shutdown
Thousands of children in face masks flocked back to school in Ivory Coast on Monday after the country became one of the first in West Africa to restart lessons after a two-month coronavirus shutdown. With a total of 2,376 cases and dozens of new infections each day, Ivory Coast has yet to contain the
50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller
Pay rifts, a partner divide, and transparency are key issues behind some partners leaving elite law firm Boies Schiller. Now BSF is re-making itself.
Thailand reports 2 new COVID-19 cases, 1 more death
Thailand confirmed two new coronavirus cases and one additional death on Monday, a health ministry spokesman said.
PIA plane crash: Ayaz Sadiq extends condolences to martyred pilot's family
PIA plane crash: Ayaz Sadiq extends condolences to martyred pilot
Israelis Were Three Times More Critical of Severe Measures by Government to Control Pandemic Than in Other Countries
Among the Israeli respondents, 86% stated that the measures taken by the government were very important in stopping the expansion
National Trust ‘deeply concerned’ as Sizewell C plans about to be submitted
National Trust bosses are “deeply concerned” about the impact a new nuclear power station could have on an “irreplaceable stretch” of the Suffolk coast and say they are still waiting for vital information about the project.
Liz Weston: Find free, solid money advice in uncertain times
If you have money questions — and who among us doesn’t right now? — there are plenty of people willing to offer advice: friends, relatives and random strang
Eight people arrested as Victoria police enforce order to clear tent encampments
Closure of the camps is part of the province-wide response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Coronavirus: Invest in health to end pandemic - WHO charges world leaders
As the world faces the challenges of coronavirus crisis, the World Health Organisation says 106,000 cases were reported on Tuesday, May 19 - the most in a day.
La. state trooper dies of injuries, marking first LSP line of duty death since 2015
Louisiana State Police (LSP) Trooper George Baker, 33, died Sunday, May 24, surrounded by a vigil of family, friends, and fellow troopers, his colleagues said.
Boy, 9, suffers life-changing injuries as he’s hit by ‘shirtless motorcyclist who fled the scene’
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Italy to recruit army of 60,000 volunteers to enforce social distancing rules
Italy wants to recruit an army of 60,000 volunteers to help enforce social distancing rules, amid fears that a second wave of infections could be looming. The volunteers would not have any policing powers but would patrol piazzas, parks, playgrounds, markets, bar areas and beaches, asking people not
Dominic Cummings row: The families who stayed away in lockdown
Members of the public have expressed anger after the PM's chief adviser travelled to Durham in lockdown.
CA Secretary of State: We Won't Let Virus Be 'Exploited' for Voter Suppression
California Secretary of State Alex Padilla (D) responded to Republicans suing the state to block Gov. Gavin Newsom's vote-by-mail order.
FULL TEXT: Kasukuwere's special message to Africa
Happy Unity Day fellow African brothers and sisters! It has been an interesting road from the time our founding fathers formed the Organization of African Unity...
A way forward for Jewish Day Schools in today's new world - Opeds
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Breaking: FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon
The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.
21 Cases Of COVID-19 Recorded In Lang’ata As Toll Rises To 1,286
Coronavirus cases in Kenya have jumped to 12 after 72 individuals tested positive, health CAS Dr Mercy Mwangangi said.This was after testing a 2,711 sample size. Kenya has so far carried out a to
International students at UCD calling for compensation
A UCD student from India has begun a petition calling on the college to compensate international students who paid substantial fees to study at UCD only for their year of study to be disrupted by Covid-19.
Ghaziabad DM issues order to seal border with Delhi; essential services to be allowed
On Monday, Ghaziabad District Magistrate Ajay Shankar Pandey has issued an order to seal the border with Delhi due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases.
US Vice President Pence Repeats Trump's Threat to Move GOP Convention From N Carolina
US President Donald Trump said on Memorial Day that he is considering moving the Republican National Convention, set for 24 to 27 August, from North Carolina if the...
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The October 2020 governorship election in Ondo State will not only be a three-horse trade but also throw up surprises.
FIR Lodged Against 2 TikTok Users For Throwing A Dog Into A Pond!
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At a glance: Latest global Covid-19 developments
Lockdown measures are eased across parts of Europe while Japan lifts its state of emergency.
Warning 14,000 Brits fined over lockdown could fight charges after Cummings row
More than 14,000 people in England and Wales were given fixed penalty notices under the coronavirus lockdown's emergency laws, but Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings could see many challenge their fines
National Appeal Info – A Good News Story For The Nation
Two organists, two islands, two trucks; the challenge is on for New Zealanders to raise $200,000 in two weeks to get the wheels rolling!
Bushfire royal commission: ‘Black Summer’ not just a one-off
Australia faces even more dangerous bushfire conditions in the future, say scientists who warn the devastating 2019-20 blazes are not a one-off event.
Trump says he's no longer taking hydroxychloroquine
President Trump said he has finished taking hydroxychloroquine, an anti-malaria drug he took to protect against the coronavirus.
FALSE: Madagascar President says WHO offered $20M to poison virus cure
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Beyond the shoddy response to coronavirus
particularly with the shoddy response to the coronavirus event, and the lack of leadership shown in prepping Nigerians for its effects.
Curfew Extended till June 30 in Solan and Hamirpur of Himachal Pradesh -
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An expedition will recover the Titanic’s telegraph — the radio it used to call for help as it sank. Here’s how it’ll work.
A federal judge ruled this week that a salvage company can go forward with a plan to recover the telegraph that the Titanic used to send out distress calls as it sank.
Wikimedia is writing new policies to fight Wikipedia harassment
A new plan will be unveiled this year.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.
Poland apologises after PM fails to observe virus rules
A Polish government spokesman on Monday apologised for Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki’s failure to observe coronavirus-related social distancing rules in a cafe.
Xi Jinping to Coronavirus Origin Province: Fix 'Weak Links' in Public Health
Chinese dictator Xi Jinping once again made public remarks admitting major shortcomings in Communist Party public health management.
Ford urges people who packed into Trinity Bellwoods Park to get tested for COVID-19
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park this weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their “reckless” behaviour.
Coronavirus: Weston General Hospital halts admissions
Weston General Hospital has a high number of Covid-19 cases and has temporarily stopped accepting new patients.
Baby uninjured in Nanaimo crash that sent mother to hospital
A three-week-old infant was not hurt in a two-vehicle crash that left his mother with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The two were in an SUV on Saturday afternoon when the driver, a 19. . .
PM steps in on vocational education, pushing more federal control
Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.
India snake-bite assassin killed wife at second attempt
NEW DELHI, May 25 — After first failing with a viper, an Indian man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife by letting loose a cobra in her room, police said today. Police in the southern state of Kerala said phone records showed the man—named as Sooraj—had been in contact with...
Coronavirus outbreak: Govt develops 'intelligent testing strategy' to check spread across states
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is continuously scaling up its testing facilities for COVID-19 by giving approval to government and private laboratories
Mike Pence touts 'real progress' as coronavirus deaths continue to fall across country
Vice President Mike Pence said on Monday that since the American people heeded government official orders to social distance, there has been a decline in hospitalizations, new cases across the country, and fatalities.
I Traveled To Texas During The Pandemic To Provide Abortion Care. Here's What I Saw.
Closing clinics, banning telehealth and enforcing waiting periods is dangerous and burdensome at any time, but especially during this pandemic.
Richard Grenell confirms he will step down as ambassador to Germany
Richard Grenell confirmed on Sunday that he would be leaving his post as ambassador to Germany around the same time he concludes his work as the acting director of national intelligence.
Boris Johnson faces renewed Tory pressure to sack Dominic Cummings
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Over 15 Lakh Migrants Returned To UP In 1,174 Trains So Far: Official
Over 15 lakh stranded migrant workers have returned to Uttar Pradesh from different parts of the country on board 1,174 trains till now, a senior state government official said in Lucknow on Monday.
Man jailed for stealing laptop from ambulance as paramedic cared for patient
Alex Harris pleaded guilty to two charges of burglary and stealing a laptop
Child, 4, found dead in Brisbane home
Queensland police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old girl in Brisbane. Police said a crime scene had been established at a home in the Queensland police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old child in Brisbane.
Forensic experts suspect foul play in Warangal well deaths
The forensic expert said that the seven of nine people had scratch injuries and appeared to have been
Virus casts shadow on Eid as cases surge by daily record; deaths top 500
The COVID-19 outbreak has put a further damper on muted Eid-ur-Fitr celebrations in Bangladesh after another 1,975 people tested positive for the infection, the most for a single day, taking the official caseload to 35,585..
Two Terrorists Shot after Trying to Stab IDF Troops
Soldiers open fire after being attacked by Palestinians armed with “sharp agricultural instruments,” IDF says • Wounded assailants evacuated to Ramallah for treatment; no Israeli casualties reported.
Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-US Marine in spy trial
Prosecutors in Russia's spy trial have asked a court to sentence former US Marine Paul Whelan to 18 years in prison for allegedly accepting state secrets, according to his lawyer.
Entire police unit disbanded in Kyiv region after two cops arrested on rape, assault charges
The victim, a 26-year-old female, was allegedly attacked at the station after being detained.
Myanmar files 1st Rohingya case report to top U.N. court
The contents of Myanmar's report will remain confidential until its judges decide to make it public
India needs comprehensive law on coronavirus to replace maze of piecemeal guidelines, clarifications; UK, Singapore offer examples
In the absence of a comprehensive legislation dealing with coronavirus, litigants are flocking to courts across the country seeking clarity and protection as a result of these unprecedented circumstances.
Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors
Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the country’s...
Americans spend holiday at beaches and parks as virus death toll nears 100,000
The New York Times filled its entire front page with the names and selected details of 1,000 victims on Sunday
Beaches packed on sunny Bank Holiday Monday
Large crowds of people have gathered again on beaches up and down the UK.
Hundreds of people queue for hours to buy Tango Ice Blast drinks during lockdown
Witnesses said people were waiting for two hours and cars queued around Cibyn Industrial Estate in Caernarfon , North Wales, as they waited to buy a drink from the Tango Ice Blast van
Coronavirus | Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case
Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection, an order said.
China decides to evacuate citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
India News: China has decided to evacuate its citizens, including students, tourists and businessmen, from India who are facing "difficulties" in the country and
UK Lockdown Adviser: Cummings Controversy Could Mean More Coronavirus Deaths
Cummings travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family, allegedly because he feared he and his wife would be unable to care for their son, despite...
Chief Scientist clashes with Lucy Turnbull over 'shipping sunshine'
Former Lord Mayor Lucy Turnbull and Chief Scientist Alan Finkel debated Australia's energy future on Q+A. They agreed on the end goal but not how to achieve it.
Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-U.S. Marine accused of spying
Paul Whelan, a U.S. national who also holds British, Canadian and Irish passports, has been in custody since he was detained in a Moscow hotel room in December 2018
Coronavirus in India: 15-year-old girl who cycled 1,200 km to get migrant worker father turns down Cycling Federation invite
Her father, Mohan Paswan, says that she might appear in trials after lockdown
Eight arrested as Victoria police enforce order to clear tent encampments
VANCOUVER - Eight people have been arrested as officials work to clear tent camps at two locations in Victoria.A statement from Victoria police says the eig
Mubadala to manufacture medical supplies in UAE
Bupa Arabia for Cooperative Insurance has partnered with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development to distribute 3,000 food baskets among underprivileged families, which are registered with the ministry’s Social Welfare and Family Welfare Agency. The initiative comes in line with the spirit of Ramadan, a month of giving, and in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Another Bihar-bound Shramik Special ferries 1,164 migrants from Mysuru
Mysore/Mysuru: The eight ‘point-to-point’ Shramik Special train from Mysuru Division, carrying 1,164 migrants, left Ashokapuram (Mysuru) Station on Sunday at 14:00 hrs for Purnia in Bihar. This train is being run as per the request of the State Governments of Bihar and Karnataka. The train comprising 22 LHB coaches is scheduled to reach Purnia (2488...
Donald Trump Threatens to Move Republican Convention from North Carolina
President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina.
Police investigating deadly trooper-involved shooting on Loop 101
The incident occurred just before 6 a.m. along Loop 101 near Tatum Boulevard.
Ford slams actions of 'reckless' people who packed into Trinity Bellwoods Park
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park this weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their “reckless” behaviour.
Israel shows love to Nigerian Muslims ahead of Ramadan celebration
The Israeli embassy in Nigeria has shown love and kindness towards the country as the nation battles with the deadly coronavirus. They gave out food packages.
House members race to prepare for first-ever remote votes
House lawmakers are bustling to prepare for the chamber’s historic first remote votes this week, with a race on for members to secure proxies, who are limited to representing 10 colleagues each.
Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 17,000-mark after record spike in cases
State's virus-related death toll reaches 118.87 of the 805 new patients are passengers from Maharashtra who returned to the southern state
Lottery throws millions more at dodgy projects
The National Lotteries Commission has refused to disclose its beneficiaries. But we found them. By Raymond Joseph and Anton van Zyl
Trump ‘would like’ RNC to stay in Charlotte despite threatening to pull if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’
President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.
Four more COVID-19 deaths in Rajasthan take toll to 167, state tally at 7,100
Four more people succumbed to COVID-19 in Rajasthan on Monday, taking the death toll to 167 as 272 fresh coronavirus cases were reported in the state, officials said. With these fresh cases, the
BREAKING UK coronavirus death toll hits 29,812 as 77 more die in hospitals
The number of people who have lost their lives from Covid-19 while in clinical settings in the UK continues to grow, while the daily death rate from the disease is falling over time
Russian mediation reopens major highway in NE Syria
Turkish troops and allied Syrian fighters captured parts of the highway known as M4 in October, when Ankara invaded northeastern Syria to drive away Syrian Kurdish fighters.
South Carolina block party shooting leaves two dead, including teen, five others wounded, police say
A South Carolina teenager was among two killed when gunfire erupted late Saturday at a block party that drew about a thousand people despite the government’s warnings against large gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic, investigators said.
Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency - Foreign Affairs
Japanese president lifts state of emergency, following seven weeks of coronavirus-related restrictions.
Power station chimneys brought down in carefully planned demolition
Eight nearly 140-metre-tall chimneys at Victoria's defunct Hazelwood Power Station have been demolished in just one minute.
Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules
BERLIN, May 25 — A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted today as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt. A draft policy document from Merkel’s office seen by AFP showed...
Joey Jones: 'Shame on' the New York Times for 'cheap' op-ed on US military and white supremacy
U.S. Marine veteran Johnny "Joey" Jones blasted The New York Times for publishing an editorial on Memorial Day weekend that claims the U.S. military celebrates white supremacy.
Bars, gyms reopen as Iceland exits emergency coronavirus alert
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Iceland eased its national alert against the coronavirus on Monday, allowing for public gatherings of up to 200 people and night clubs and gyms to reopen as the country nears complete recovery from the outbreak.
Six women prisoners murdered by inmates in Honduras
Six women have been killed by alleged gang members at a women's prison near the Honduran capital Tegucigalpa, the National Penitentiary Institute has said.
Kolkata: MHA to send Central team to access damage caused due to cyclone Amphan
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will send a Central team to Kolkata, South and North 24 Praganas districts soon to assess the damages incurred due to the impact of Cyclone Amphan.
Columbia Doctor Defends University After Trump Bashes ‘Liberal’ Institution Over Damning COVID Study
Dr. Craig Spencer, the director of Global Health in Emergency Medicine at Columbia University, defend his colleagues on Sunday night...
Myanmar files first Rohingya case report to top UN court
Myanmar has submitted its first report to the International Court of Justice on steps it has taken to prevent the genocide of Rohingya Muslims
Scott Sumner On The Government's Response To COVID-19 And The Future Of Level Targeting
The Fed needs to be more aggressive addressing the macroeconomic problems stemming from COVID-19, and adopting a level target may be one solution. Scott Sumner
Covid-19: Appreciate behind-the-scene role played by CPRC personnel during Raya, says Dr Noor Hisham
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Staff members from the Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) are among the behind-the-scene personnel who should be appreciated as they continue to work right through the festive period and sacrifice their family time, said Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor...
Covid-19: Sorry, no Raya visitors, says former patient
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Despite the government’s permission for home visits during the first day of Eid yesterday, a former Covid-19 patient decided to keep visitors at bay, throughout Syawal for safety reasons. Reza Huzairi Zainuddin, 41, said although he has recovered, he is taking...
Man sets sister ablaze for disrespecting mother
Deji Lambo The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of one Chima for allegedly setting ablaze his elder sister, identified simply as Victoria, at their place of residence by the CAC...
Bear breaks into car but owners scream so much it decides it's not worth it
'Don't f**k with the Mercedes.'
UP CM Yogi Adityanath’s decision on other states needing UP govt nod to employ its migrant workers is harmful, hurried, says BSP
Yogi Adityanath government had said that states seeking to employ workers from Uttar Pradesh in future will need to take the state government's permission.
Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules
A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted Monday as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt.
Coronavirus: Cab driver dies from Covid-19 after passenger spat at him
A black taxi driver, Trevor Belle, has died from Covid-19 when a passenger who claimed he has the virus spat on him when they were fighting over £9 (N4,263.55).
UP plans migration commission to help find jobs for workers returning home
Yogi Adityanath said other states will need permission from the UP government if they want to make use of labourers from Uttar Pradesh.The UP government will offer training, along with an allowance, to migrant workers once the skill mapping is over
Covid-19: Uttar Pradesh reports 273, Uttarakhand reports 15 new cases in last 24 hours
In Uttar Pradesh, 3,581 people have been discharged and 165 deaths have been reported so far.
Igali celebrates EK Clark at 93 years
Former Nigerian Ambassador and Permanent Secretary, Dr. Godknows Igali, Monday, celebrated former Federal Commissioner for Information, Chief, Edwin Kiagbodo Clark on his 93rd birthday.
Whopping 805 test positive for Covid-19 in TN, 549 in Chennai alone
The total number of coronavirus infections in Tamilnadu has crossed 17,000, after a whopping number of 805 persons tested positive for Covid-19 in the State today. Continue Reading →
Covid-19: 72 more test positive - VIDEO
Turkana becomes the latest county to record a case as the virus continues its march across the country.
Parrot 'who heard victim's last words' to give evidence in rape and murder trial
Elizabeth Toledo, 46, was killed in the city of San Fernando, Argentina in December 2018. Now police believe a parrot was repeating its owner's last words as she was allegedly beaten and raped by two housemates
AOC gets tested for coronavirus antibodies in Queens district
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was tested for coronavirus antibodies over the holiday weekend at one of the newly-launched testing sites in her home district of Queens.
Chief Scientist clashes with Lucy Turnbull over 'shipping sunshine'
Former Lord Mayor Lucy Turnbull and Chief Scientist Alan Finkel debated Australia's energy future on Q+A. They agreed on the end goal but not how to achieve it.
Mongolia to maintain strict virus regulations ‘until vaccine found’
ULAANBAATAR, May 25 — Mongolia will maintain strict coronavirus regulations until a vaccine is found, the prime minister said today, raising the prospect of the country being locked down for months to come. Wedged between Russia and China, landlocked Mongolia on March 12 become one of the first...
Cummings should apologise, says Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon has said Dominic Cummings should apologise and correct the impression other parents should have travelled while infected.
Elderly woman in West Bengal braves Amphan for 8 hours, survives
The will to survive can make even an ordinary person stand up to life-threatening dangers and live to tell the tale. An elderly woman from West Bengal’s North 24 Paraganas district is one such person
Emmerdale denies claims that some staff won't have same safety measures on set
There had been reports of a 'revolt'.
Netanyahu Hits Back: Exposes Corruption in Police, Judicial System ahead of Trial
Ahead of his arraignment in the first-ever criminal trial of a sitting Israeli premier, the Jewish state’s longest-serving prime minister accuses the left of “stitching together” charges against him after having failed to remove him at the ballot box.
Mnangagwa and the pornography of violence
A female chief superintended Philips accompanied by Dr Nyamukure were assigned to take pictures of MDC parliamentarian Joana Mamombe, Chinembiri and Marova for ...
Murder charges for teen’s Queensland balcony fall
Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during a botched robbery attempt have been remanded in Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during a botched robbery attempt have been remanded in custody.
Akeredolu's wife blasts social media critic - The Nation Nigeria
Wife of Ondo State Governor, Betty Akeredolu, has lambasted a one Jimmy Adekanle based in Canada for saying that Governor Oluwarotimi...
Driver freed by firefighters after crash in Derbyshire street
They were getting treatment from paramedics
Report: Ex-South Korean aide to pursue backchannel diplomacy with Pyongyang
May 25 (UPI) -- South Korea's former presidential secretary and three other politicians of the ruling Democratic Party are to lead the Inter-Korea Cooperation Foundation, a group founded in September.
Locust swarms reach MP, farmers brace for pain in kharif season
India has witnessed several locust plagues and upsurges since 1812 to 1997, but there has not been any major locust upsurge since 2011.The insects are known to originate in Arabian Peninsula, and invade India via Rajasthan-Pakistan border, just before the onset of the seasonal monsoon
Kerala reports 49 new covid-19 cases
The fresh covid-19 cases also include two prisoners.Hundreds of police personnel and a magistrate who were in contact with the two prisoners were put in home quarantine
No need for staff self isolation over COVID-19 patient - NAUTH
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Anambra State has allayed fears over the reported first recorded case...
China Concerned as US Mulls First Nuclear Test Since 1992, Foreign Ministry Says
BEIJING (Sputnik) - Beijing is concerned over reports that Washington is weighing up whether to conduct its first nuclear test since 1992, Foreign Ministry spokesperson...
Cummings should apologise, says Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon has said Dominic Cummings should apologise and correct the impression other parents should have travelled while infected.
Many Mutodis in Mnangagwa's government
The Zimbabwean government is still grappling with many incompetent and inexperienced government officials due to appointments made through nepotism and regional...
Loyal dog waited at hospital for three months after owner died from coronavirus
Seven-year-old 'Xiao Bao' waited in the lobby at Taikang Hospital in Wuhan, after his elderly owner was admitted at the height of the coronavirus pandemic in February
Covid-19: Lockdown makes access to justice for prisoners even more difficult
Leeuwkop trial inmates ‘subjected daily to the control of the people they are suing for torture’.
Kenya announces 72 new cases of Covid19; gov't introduces new safety guideline
Death toll rises to 52
Namaz from home, virtual hugs mark Eid-ul-Fitr in city
No mass prayer gatherings at Eidgah Maidan, no handshakes Mysore/Mysuru: Under the shadow of Coronavirus, Muslim community people are taking special precautions to mark Eid-ul-Fitr, the celebration today that breaks the month-long fast for Ramzan. This Eid there was no shaking of hands or no warm embracing for community members because of the stringent social...
IMAGE to manage biomedical waste at exam centres
Teachers on school exam duty asked to use surgical gloves
Trump threatens to move RNC without assurances from N.C. governor
Trump's tweets about the RNC, planned for Charlotte, come just two days after North Carolina recorded its largest daily increase in positive cases yet.
Mongolia to maintain strict virus regulations 'until vaccine found'
Mongolia will maintain strict coronavirus regulations until a vaccine is found, the prime minister said Monday, raising the prospect of the country being locked down for months to come.
AbdulRazaq appoints replacement for Gambari as KWASU Chancellor
The Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved the appointment of a new chancellor for the Kwara State University (KWASU).
Trump threatens to pull RNC from Charlotte if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’
President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.
Eventful day at Bengaluru airport as domestic flights resume operations
Flight operations were scheduled to commence at 12.40 am but confusion and cancellation made the wait longer for security and other personnel at the airport.Several passengers tried to dodge authorities to escape institutional quarantine but with little success
FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon – Onyeama
The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.
Nearly 9000 New Cases of Coronavirus Reported in Russia -
The total number of infected people exceeded 3,50,000 figure, with around 9,000 new cases of corona virus reported in Russia
B.C. Parks overwhelmed as thousands try to reserve campsites
“Overwhelming numbers” of people trying to reserve campsites on the first day of availability led to technical problems with bookings on the B.C. Parks Discover Camping website, the . . .
Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from NC
WASHINGTON, May 25 — US President Donald Trump warned today that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event faces state social distancing restrictions as a result of the coronavirus. The coronavirus pandemic has forced Trump and presumptive...
India maintains aggressive posturing against China’s moves at LAC
Chinese military is fast increasing its troops in areas around Pangong Tso lake and Galwan Valley along the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh, sending a clear signal that it was not ready to end its confrontation with the Indian Army anytime soon, people familiar with the situation in the disputed region said.
Carville: 'American People Are Turning' on Trump by the Day -- 'Joe Biden Is Fine'
Sunday on MSNBC's "Kasie DC," Democratic strategist James Carville weighed in on the 2020 presidential election following Democratic presidential nominee frontrunner former Vice President Joe Biden catching flak this week for telling African-American President Donald Trump voters that they "ain't black." | Clips
Australia begins wide-ranging investigation into deadly bushfires
Australia on Monday began its first hearings into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, killing 33 people, destroying some 2,500 homes and razing an area the size of South Korea.
Lisa Boothe: How can Biden staffers run presidential campaign 'when they can't even run a virtual rally?'
Fox News contributor Lisa Boothe told "The Next Revolution" Sunday that the new digital effort likely to be a vital part of the 2020 race will "certainly benefit" the Trump campaign as Joe Biden trails the president's team on the online battleground.
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
Japan is set to remove a coronavirus state of emergency from Tokyo and four other prefectures on Monday, allowing businesses to gradually resume.
Symone Sanders: Biden 'Committed to Putting a Black Woman on the Supreme Court'
Presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential nominee former Vice President Joe Biden's senior advisor Symone Sanders on Sunday revealed Biden is "committed to putting a black woman on the Supreme Court" should he get elected. | Clips
Western Australia storm: 50,000 homes without power as state battered by wild weather
Remnants of ex-Tropical Cyclone Mangga whip up 100km/h wind gusts, dust storms and heavy rain as Perth and state’s south prepares for onslaught
US to Donate 1,000 Ventilators to Brazil, NSC Says After Trump Issues New Entry Ban
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Washington will give Brazil 1,000 ventilators to help the country, which is currently in second place in terms of the number of coronavirus cases...
Joe Biden Calls Out Donald Trump, Says Being President Is About “More Than Tweeting From Your Golf Cart”
In a tweet posted on Sunday evening, former Vice-President and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden called out President Donald Trump saying, “The presidency is about a lot more than ...
Indigo cancels flight last minute, leaves students stranded
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Police kill eight suspected kidnappers in Taraba
Justin Tyopuusu, Jalingo Taraba State police command on Friday said its men attached to Bali division killed eight suspected kidnappers in a gun battle. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP D...
'Japan Model' Has Beaten Coronavirus, Shinzo Abe Declares
Prime minister Shinzo Abe has declared victory for the "Japan model" of fighting coronavirus as he lifted a nationwide state of emergency after seven weeks [Editor's note: the link may be paywalled; alternative source]. From a report: Speaking at a press conference on Monday evening in Tokyo, Mr Abe...
Students, migrants take the first flight home as air operations resume
Those who took first flights included paramilitary personnel, army men, students and migrants, who failed to book a ticket on special trains being run by the railways
Fire season extends by almost four months in parts of Australia
The fire season in parts of eastern Australia has lengthened almost four months since the 1950s, with climate change a prominent driver in the trend, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism' as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws
HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s security chief said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing’s plans to introduce national security laws and after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move.
UQ runs scared as CCP links exposed
There’s an old saying: “When you are in a hole, stop digging”.
Railways Not Providing Details About Movement Of Shramik Trains: Odisha
The Odisha government on Sunday expressed concern over not being given prior information about the movement of Shramik Special trains to the state from outside, saying it creates problems in making arrangements for the returnees.
WSSCC Names New Executive Director
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Joe Biden’s disastrous interview with black radio host Charlamagne Tha God on Friday encapsulates everything that is wrong with the Democratic Party and its presidential hopeful. “If you have a
10-year-old girl drowns after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach
Deputies have identified the young girl who drowned after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach on Sunday night.
Chile's hospitals under strain as coronavirus cases near 70,000, president says
SANTIAGO (Reuters) - Chile’s healthcare system is under strain and “very close to the limit,” President Sebastian Pinera said on Sunday, as the number of confirmed novel coronavirus infections approaches 70,000 after a rapid increase in recent days.
Germany's top court to rule on compensation for Volkwagen 'Dieselgate' scandal
Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on regulatory emissions tests involving millions of cars, Germany's top court will on Monday finally rule in a battle over compensation for…
101-year-old WWII vet, daughter beat coronavirus together at Maryland nursing home
A 101-year-old World War II veteran and his 73-year-old daughter — who live at the same Maryland nursing home — were able to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend together after both beating the
Eid-el-Fitri: Hon Legor celebrates with Muslim community
The Federal lawmaker noted that the Holy Month of Ramadan, which started a month ago with fasting by Muslim faithful, is a period of prayers
Taiwan offers help to Hong Kong activists as China tightens grip
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing.
Eid-ul-Fitr 2020: Celebrations Behind Closed Doors, PM Modi Greets 'Eid Mubarak'
According to the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, all public gatherings, religious or social has been restricted. Hence, no mass Namaz offerings are allowed in the country.
NGSA, MCO, others demand release of 17 illegal Chinese miners by Osun Govt for prosecution
NGSA, Mining Cadastre Office, MCO, and other mining professionals, Sunday, demanded the release of 17 illegal Chinese miners by Osun govt.
Top German court to rule on VW 'Dieselgate' compensation
Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on emissions tests involving millions of diesel engined cars, a top German court will on Monday finally rule in a battle over compensation for tens of thousands of affected owners.
UNILAG centre seeks investment in housing
With housing taking a focal point in response to CoVID-19 pandemic, the Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development (CHSD), University of Lagos has advised the Federal Government to ensure investment in short-term housing.
Ashok Chavan is second minister in Uddhav cabinet to test positive
Chavan is currently admitted at a hospital in Nanded. His condition is stable, sources said, adding that he was reportedly under home quarantine for the last few days.
CIBN outgoing President advocates ethical leadership in banks
THE outgoing President/Chairman of Council of The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, CIBN, Dr. Uche Olowu, has
Coronavirus update: Turkey reports 1,141 new cases; tally reaches 156,827
Turkey ranks ninth in a global tally by Johns Hopkins University but experts believe the number of infections could be much higher than reported
Spain to reopen to tourists as South America named virus hotspot
Brazil saw its death toll passing 22,000 on Saturday from more than 347,000 infections, the second biggest caseload of any country in a pandemic
US DoD Slams NYT Article Claiming Military is ‘Celebrating White Supremacy’
On Saturday, The New York Times published an opinion article that accuses the US Defence Department of “celebrating white supremacy” and calls on the DoD to “rename...
Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to Hong Kong’s people
Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but growing number of pro-democracy protesters fleeing Hong Kong, which has been convulsed since last year by protests.
Andrew Liveras doesn’t know what he’s up against
He’s getting some nice press though:
‘Worried, but work comes first’: Flight attendants return to duty as domestic air services resume in fourth phase of coronavirus lockdown
Flight attendants on early Monday morning arrived at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport, Terminal-3, as domestic air services resumed from today
Trump bars travel from Brazil, a new Covid-19 hotspot: White House
US News: Non-Americans who have been in Brazil in the 14-day period prior to when they seek admittance to the US cannot come to America, said White House press
Trump visits one of his private golf courses for first time in 75 days
The president's visit to Trump National Golf Club in Virginia comes as the White House is pushing states to lift stay-at-home orders and for the economy to reopen.
Delhi violence: Two Pinjra Tod members sent to police custody after getting bail in rioting case
Sunday’s arrest was related to an alleged murder case linked to the riots.
Globe and Mail: Canadian PM Trudeau asks bank CEOs for views on economy, coronavirus relief – Reuters
Early Monday morning, Reuters came out with the news, relying on the Globe and Mail, to convey that Canadian PM Just Trudeau seeks guidance to determi
Dominic Cummings lockdown row: Boris Johnson defies calls to sack senior advisor from Conservative Party, risks backlash
British prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday, despite calls from within his own Conservative Party for the aide to resign for driving 250 miles during the coronavirus lockdown.
COVID-19: France has lowest daily rise in new cases and deaths since lockdown
PARIS: French authorities reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths on Sunday (May 24) since before a lockdown began on ...
State has been a huge let-down
A minimalist state is all very well, but what about providing services such as health and education?
'Sad times': Bernard Collaery laments 'now fragile democracy' as pre-trial hearing takes place in secret
Barrister charged with breaching national security laws vows to "fight on for justice".
Johnson risks party wrath backing aide over lockdown breach claims
LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday (May 24), despite calls from within his own ...
Child drowns after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach
A child drowned after getting caught in the current off Siesta Key Beach.
U.S. limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON/BRASILIA (Reuters) - The White House on Sunday said it was restricting travel from Brazil to the United States, two days after the South American nation became the world’s No. 2 hotspot for coronavirus cases.
HK security chief warns of growing ‘terrorism’ as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws
Police said they arrested more than 180 people on Sunday, when authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse anti-government protesters as unrest returned to the Chinese-ruled city after months of relative calm.
Coronavirus: China to evacuate its citizens from India amid health crisis and border tension
Meanwhile, the World Health Organization suspended the trials of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine, citing safety concerns.
Premier says anyone who wants a COVID-19 test will be able to get one
TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced Sunday that anyone in the province can get tested for COVID-19, regardless of whether they have symptoms, as cases continued to mount and officials criticized thousands of people who gathered in a Toronto
2020 Watch: Differing views on remaking post-virus economy
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Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia recorded 8,599 new cases 153 new deaths on Sunday linked to the coronavirus, raising its overall death toll to 3,541.
HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism' as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws
HONG KONG, May 25 — Hong Kong's security chief said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied today behind Beijing's plans to introduce national security laws and after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move. Police said they arrested more than...
Crime nosedived by 70% in western UP in April: Police
The region recorded 35 murders in the last month against 50 in the corresponding period in 2019, while robberies went down from 992 to 114. There were 16 kidnappings and seven cases of rape in April, 2020 against 110 and 34 last year.
Reckless Mount Hood Climbers Put Rescue Crews at Risk During Pandemic
Apparently a global pandemic isn’t enough danger for some people. Rescue crews had to save three people on Mount Hood this weekend, endangering their own health in the process.Portland Mountain Rescue said the first mission began late Friday night after a climber summited but got lost in whiteout conditions
France wants its citizens to holiday at home this summer
PARIS: The French government does not want its citizens to travel abroad this summer and recommends they take their holidays in France, ...
'Sad times': Bernard Collaery laments 'now fragile democracy' as pre-trial hearing takes place in secret
Barrister charged with breaching national security laws vows to "fight on for justice".
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia recorded its highest daily spike in coronavirus deaths on Sunday as its number of new daily cases appears to be on the decline.
Eid Mubarak: Greetings Pour in From Political Circle as President Kovind, PM Modi Extend Wishes
"Eid Mubarak! Greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr. May this special occasion further the spirit of compassion, brotherhood and harmony. May everyone be healthy and prosperous," wrote PM Modi on Twitter.
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was undaunted by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.
Stoppage of ex-governors pension: nba, Iwuanyanwu, Ohanaeze back Uzodinma
A Board of Trustees (BoT) member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu; an elder statesman, Dr. Ezekiel Izuogu and ...
Lockdown 4.0: Flight attendants back to duty as domestic services resume
Domestic flight operations resumed across the country from today except in Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal, after two months of suspension
US says China's HK national security law could lead to sanctions
China's proposed national security legislation for Hong Kong could lead to US sanctions and threaten the city's status as a financial hub, the White House has said.
Fire season extends by almost four months in parts of Australia
The fire season in parts of eastern Australia has lengthened almost four months since the 1950s, with climate change a prominent driver in the trend, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
400 km lockdown trip: U.K. government rejects calls to sack chief aide
The opposition Labour Party has called for an official investigation.
Despite risks, we're not too fussed about facial recognition
Survey finds most Australians are comfortable with the rise of software that can spot a face in the crowd despite lingering concerns about the dangers.
Southwest monsoon expected to reach Mumbai between June 15-20
The monsoon season is upon Maharashtra and the state is bracing for its impact amid the coronavirus pandemic. The head of Regional Specialised Meteorological Centre, Rajendra Kumar Jenamani informed that the city will likely witness monsoon between June 15 and 20.
Three Republican groups sue California governor over mail-in-vote order
California was the first state in the country to commit to sending mail-in ballots to all registered voters for the November election, a move responding to the coronavirus pandemic. "Democrats continue to use this pandemic as a ploy to implement their partisan election agenda, and Governor Newsom
PNP to go hammer and tongs vs 405 for SAP aid anomalies
PHILIPPINE National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group director, Major General Joel Napoleon M. Coronel, yesterday said a total of 405 persons are under fire for their alleged involvement in anomalies regarding the distribution of Social Amelioration Program (SAP) cash subsidy.
China's proposed national security law should be on G7 agenda: Former Hong Kong governor
The United Kingdom should ensure that China's efforts to impose a new national security law on Hong Kong are on the agenda for the G7 meeting in ...
Coronavirus: Families offer Eid prayers at home amid mosque closure
Mosques are remaining closed as a precaution against coronavirus spread
2 men jailed for selling fake Q-pass in Bulacan
TWO men selling fake quarantine pass in Bulacan were arrested by the local police in an entrapment operation in Malolos City shortly before noon Sunday, Bulacan Police Provincial Office director, Colonel Lawrence B. Cajipe said.
YIAGA, others, decry Buhari’s appointments, neglect of young people in cabinet
The leaders of the CSOs bare their minds in a chat with Vanguard at the weekend, which they expressed dismay and called for young people’s inclusion in governance
Covid-19: Situation under control in Delhi, says Kejriwal
Kejriwal said despite the surge in cases in the past few days, hospitals are not stressed and a large number of beds remain unoccupied.Delhi has a recovery rate of approximately 48%
Ismail Sabri: Mandatory letter of undertaking for returning Malaysians available online today
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The letter of undertaking (LoU) for hotel charges that returning Malaysians must complete as part of their documentation will be available online starting today, said Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. The senior minister said that the application form and LoU will be...
As US edges toward reopening, a mixed picture takes shape
One pool party was a crowded bedlam of collective joy and release with no social distancing, while others heading to the beach wore masks: America getting used to scaled-back lockdowns on a big
Call for Government to change 'blunt' road map to reopening Ireland
Some aspects of the road map don’t make sense, said Prof Morgenroth. Books can be bought in supermarkets, but book shops cannot open and petrol stations were selling potted plants before garden centres could reopen
US Coronavirus Response Fatally ‘Chaotic,’ Says Noam Chomsky
File photo of Noam Chomsky (Courtesy: Facebook) Here are edited extracts from an AFP interview with the 91-year-old leftist intellectual, … US Coronavirus Response Fatally ‘Chaotic,’ Says Noam Chomsky Read More »
Whether To Give Up Dumpster Diving
I discuss the news that Tuesday Morning could file for bankruptcy this week. I reflect on the prospect of quitting 'dumpster diving.' I share a painful lesson o
Netanyahu becomes the first Israeli prime minister to stand trial over corruption and fraud cases
Last year, Netanyahu was indicted on bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges as part of three separate corruption cases.
Agriculture reforms threaten to split politicians
Farmers demand access to affordable inputs and defeat of cartels strangling sector.
Bin blaze damages window at premises in Telford
A wheelie bin caught fire behind a property in Telford damaging a window.
Islamic Call to Prayer Broadcast on Loudspeakers in Great Britain
Mosques across the UK could begin daily broadcasts of the call to prayer through loudspeakers after they were given permission during Ramadan
Lawyer claims crook trying to use Gobbo to get off 'might be confused'
Drug trafficker Francesco Madafferi wants to use Informer 3838 scandal to secure release but prosecutors say he might be confused about what led to conviction.
Services to resume in New Jersey county where rabbis were first to end communal prayer - US & Canada
Services to resume in New Jersey's Bergen County, where rabbis were first to end communal prayer.
No parent will be forced to send a child to school in level 3
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reassured parents they will not be forced to send their children back to school when on-site learning resumes for grade 7 and 12 pupils on 1 June.
With suitcase and bikini emojis, Spain urges tourists back from July
Spain urged foreign holidaymakers on Monday to return from July as one of Europe's strictest lockdowns eased, but tourism businesses were sceptical about salvaging the summer season. "It is perfectly coherent to plan summer vacations to come to Spain in July," Tourism Minister Reyes Maroto
Sukhoi Su-35 set to join Egyptian Air Force as Russia begins production as per deal | World News
Sukhoi Su-35, the 4++ Generation supersonic multirole Russian fighter will soon join the Egyptian Air Force. Russian news agency TASS … Sukhoi Su-35 set to join Egyptian Air Force as Russia begins production as per deal | World News Read More »
Accountability group calls for COVID-19 transparency, whistleblower protection
The Canadian COVID-19 Accountability Group is urging public officials to proactively release documents concerning health and safety enforcement, scientific and public health research, and contracts, grants, and loans provided to companies and organizations.
Netanyahu becomes the first Israeli prime minister to stand trial over corruption and fraud cases
Last year, Netanyahu was indicted on bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges as part of three separate corruption cases.
Phishing emails disguised as Covid-19 reports
Phishing emails are ingenious and bank upon users' ignorance about safety precautions
Congress targets PM, Shah after HC raps Gujarat govt on Covid fight
Addressing a press conference, Congress spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi asked whether the Prime Minister and Home Minister are “even aware of what is happening in their own home state?”
VIRUS DIARY: A Memorial Day visit, altered but not stopped
SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — I won’t be visiting Adam this Memorial Day weekend. COVID-19 is seeing to that. Since 2010 I have visited section 60, grave 8397 of Arlington...
Govt Speaks on Covid-19 Vaccine Trials on 400 Medics
The government responded on Covid-19 vaccine trials set to be conducted on 400 Kenyan medics...
States will have to seek permission to employ workers from Uttar Pradesh, says Adityanath
The chief minister also announced a migration commission to ensure employment for workers within Uttar Pradesh.
Hair salons could safely reopen at end of June, industry body says
Federation calls for earlier reopening with strict health restrictions in place
Lawyer claims crook trying to use Gobbo to get off 'might be confused'
Drug trafficker Francesco Madafferi wants to use Informer 3838 scandal to secure release but prosecutors say he might be confused about what led to conviction.
Chamisa claims Africa's electoral system is a big circus
OPPOSITION MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa has slammed Africa's electoral system as a "big circus if not an embarrassment to the continent", hence the recurr...
Pregnant woman on train to Delhi gets miraculous help, delivers girl child
A pregnant woman travelling to New Delhi got miraculous help from a doctor on board who came to her rescue in the last minute and aided safe delivery of the child. Fozia, the 25-year-old pregnant
Spoilers: David faces death in Corrie after attacking a teen gang
He is surrounded.
Duty-free booze bonanza for Australians under new proposal for 'Trans-Tasman bubble' travel
Under existing limits, travellers can purchase more duty-free alcohol when visiting New Zealand than they can when travelling to Australia.
Coronavirus cases rise to 13,418 in Delhi; Arvind Kejriwal says situation under control
Most of the coronavirus patients in Delhi are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms.Over 500 people tested positive in the national capital in last 24 hours
'Could have planned better': Ex-RBI Governor C Rangarajan rues migrant crisis due to lockdown
He feels provision for some kind of cash dispensation is necessary, saying the government could cut some other expenditures, perhaps towards administration or travel
Jharkhand to begin evaluation of Class 10, 12 answer sheets from 28 May; teachers to follow social distancing norms, use masks and sanitisers
The evaluation of matriculation and intermediate examination answer sheets in Jharkhand will begin from 28 May, the Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) decided in accordance with instructions by the state education department
Victorian father faces new charges over alleged Philippines child sex
New charges filed against man accused of engaging in sexual activity with children during a trip to the Philippines and having the alleged act filmed.
Biden wants Amazon to 'start paying their taxes'
Former Vice President Joe Biden has renewed his criticism of e-commerce giant Amazon, once again turning the company into a political football that has been kicked around by presidential candidates on ...
In his final days, Ahmaud Arbery’s life was at a crossroads
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) — He was at a crossroads, his life stretching out before him, his troubles largely behind him. He had enrolled at South Georgia Technical College, preparing to...
Victorian father faces new charges over alleged Philippines child sex
New charges filed against man accused of engaging in sexual activity with children during a trip to the Philippines and having the alleged act filmed.
Taiwan vows 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong residents
Protests reignited in Hong Kong over the weekend against Beijing's move to pass national security legislation, resulting in at least 180 arrests, police said.
Landlords worry about COVID-19 impact on commercial properties
Maureen Ihua-Maduenyi Commercial landlords are increasingly concerned about the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic on their tenants and property portfolio, a new report has said. The rep...
China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan
China has reported 51 new coronavirus cases including 40 asymptomatic infections, majority of them in the contagion's first epicentre Wuhan, where over six million tests have been conducted in the
2014 MDC camps may need mediation
TWO camps have emerged from the MDC-T 2014 structures following the mooted Supreme Court ruling for the MDC-T 2014 structures to organise an extraordinary congr...
Coronavirus: Maharashtra seeks 50 doctors, 100 nurses from Kerala as its cases continue to rise
The state government has offered to pay and provide accommodation to the medical and paramedical personnel.
Coronavirus Lockdown: Middle Seats Must Be Kept Empty On Flights For Stranded Indians: Supreme Court
Air India can operate flights with middle seats occupied only for the next 10 days, the court said. New Delhi: … Coronavirus Lockdown: Middle Seats Must Be Kept Empty On Flights For Stranded Indians: Supreme Court Read More »
WA should relax grip on pubs and restaurants to allow 100 patrons: Liza Harvey
WA Opposition Leader Liza Harvey wants WA to relax restrictions on pubs, restaurants and cafes by lifting the number of permitted patrons from 20 to 100 and abolishing the four-square-metre rule.
20% beds in private hospitals for COVID-19 patients: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has said that the coronavirus cases in Delhi have increased since lockdown norms were relaxed as the fourth phase of it was implemented to contain the spread of coronavirus.
WA should relax grip on pubs and restaurants to allow 100 patrons: Liza Harvey
WA Opposition Leader Liza Harvey wants WA to relax restrictions on pubs, restaurants and cafes by lifting the number of permitted patrons from 20 to 100 and abolishing the four-square-metre rule.
BJP playing dirty politics over COVID-19 figures: Aam Aadmi Party
The Aam Aadmi Party accused the BJP on Sunday of playing dirty politics over the number of deaths in Delhi due to the novel coronavirus pandemic after the high court refused to entertain a plea in
Death of nine people in Telangana doesn't appear to be suicide, says forensic expert
Indicating foul play in the death of nine people, including six of a family, whose bodies were fished out from a well near Warangal, a forensic expert on Sunday virtually ruled out suicide theory,
COVID-19: US to provide USD 6 million to Pakistan to fight coronavirus
The embassy said that the US government has now committed a total of USD 21 million since it declared Pakistan a priority country for coronavirus response'.
Duty-free booze bonanza for Australians under new proposal for 'Trans-Tasman bubble' travel
Under existing limits, travellers can purchase more duty-free alcohol when visiting New Zealand than they can when travelling to Australia.
Robber in court for $979 899 gold heist
A MAN from Pumula South in Bulawayo, who was part of a five-member gang, appeared in court on Thursday facing armed robbery charges involving 1 170,30 grammes o...
Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings
Officials in California said most people were covering their faces and keep their distance even as they ventured to beaches and parks.
‘Revert to our agreement’ — south-east govs differ with IGP on community policing
the federal government reached an agreement with south-west governors on a legal framework for Amotekun.
2 kids killed in mortar blast
COTABATO CITY – The military here launched an investigation following Sunday’s alleged mortar blast that killed two children and wounded over a dozen others in Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao.
Despite risks, we're not too fussed about facial recognition
Survey finds most Australians are comfortable with the rise of software that can spot a face in the crowd despite lingering concerns about the dangers.
Memorial Day tradition carries on in Las Vegas amid pandemic
Some recurring public Memorial Day events are scheduled for Monday across the valley, but they have been scaled back.
Ready to deal with situation if there is spike in cases of coronavirus: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal said the situation is still under control in Delhi, even after several relaxations were given in the fourth phase of COVID-19-induced lockdown.
India resumes domestic flights amid confusion over Covid-19 rules
Individual states apply varying coronavirus restrictions – from 14-day quarantine to case-by-case assessment of symptoms
The U.S Lauded Pakistan’s Assistance in Fighting COVID-19
The United States has thanked Pakistan for its donation of protective gear and surgical masks to support the fight against coronavirus. In a Tweet, the US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo appreciated Pakistan’s goodwill donation of surgical masks and protective suits to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. He said this delivery is a symbol of […]
Trump slams Biden ad critical of golf outing
President Trump late Sunday lashed out at Joe Biden after the likely Democrat nominee criticized his golf outing earlier in the day as the country approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths.
Win wants Meralco to issue more transparent electric bill
SENATOR Win Gatchalian has urged the Manila Electric Company (Meralco), the country’s largest distribution utility, to come up with a separate bill that is more transparent and will be very clear to the consumers, following mounting complaints of sudden surge in supposed electricity consumption for the month of May.
Venkaiah Naidu reviews preparedness for holding parliament panel meetings
Naidu holds detailed discussions with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, secretary generals of both Houses and other senior officials on Saturday over the availability of rooms
Yogi Adityanath: States will have to seek nod before employing UP workers
The Chief Minister said that the government will carry out skill mapping of the migrant workers and will stand by them wherever they go, be it other states or countries.
China's swoop on Hong Kong autonomy 'utterly offensive'
Several former foreign ministers have criticised Beijing for its proposed new laws aimed at silencing dissent.
Serial rapist Beast of Kavos breaks back plunging 100ft into Corfu ravine
Dimitris Aspiotis, 47, a serial predator who raped seven British woman in the Greek holiday isle of Kavos has been arrested after he plummeted into a deep ravine
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000
All 50 states in the US have relaxed coronavirus restrictions to some degree
Greece resumes island ferry services in bid to salvage tourist season
More than 34 million visitors travelled to Mediterranean country last year
ACTU lays out demands for Virgin bidders
With binding bids for Virgin due to administrator Deloitte on June 12, ACTU president Michele O'Neil says the union bloc will not budge on worker entitlements.
Johnson under pressure over defence of Cummings' lockdown breach
The UK Prime Minister is coming under increasing pressure to sack his top adviser after it emerge...
Aberdeen pensioner Robin Green 74, missing overnight amid lockdown as cops urge public to be on the lookout
A PENSIONER has vanished from Aberdeen – with cops now urging the public to be on the lookout for him. Keen hillwalker Robin Green, 74, disappeared from the West End area of the city yesterda…
Two Militants Killed In Kulgam Encounter, Operation Still On: IGP Kashmir
2 militants have been killed in Khur Village of Kulgam. The operation is still on. The identity of the terrorists is yet to be discovered: IGP Kashmir
The abandoned railway station through a hidden wood that has lain dormant for 100 years
Down a small wooded area lies Spencer Road Halt railway station, which closed in 1915
'From Hero to Zero': Piers Morgan Claims Boris Johnson 'Done' in Tense Row Over 'Hypocrite' Cummings
The outspoken GMB host believes that by defending the top Downing Street policy adviser, notably behind the set of COVID containment rules, the prime minister is...
Supersonic Tejas aircraft to be inducted 27 May
Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal R K S Bhadauria will operationalise the No 18 Squadron ‘Flying Bullets’ of the Indian Air Force on 27 May with the induction of supersonic LCA Tejas aircraft. The event will be held at Air Force Station, Sulur near Coimbatore. Continue Reading →
Union Minister of State for Agriculture said that Rahul Gandhi can Never be a Public Leader -
Union Minister of State for Agriculture Kailash Chaudhary says that if Rahul Gandhi had been the Prime Minister of the
Teen who boasted after killing angler on fishing trip found dead in jail cell
Lenny Crawt was just 16 when angler Scott Wilkinson, 49, was punched, kicked and stabbed before his head was smashed in with a piece of wood on Donkey Island in the Thames in Surrey
Delhi heatwave to continue, temperatures will cross 45 degrees Celsius: IMD
The met department has issued a red alert in Delhi today due to the heatwave.
They give us food all the time, NO DRUGS – Coronavirus patients in Niger
Coronavirus patients in Niger state have called out the state government over alleged poor treatments meted to them at the isolation center in Minna. According to The Nation, some of the patients who spoke to newsmen
Trump suspends travel from Brazil
Brazil now has the second-biggest caseload in the world.
Police Gun Down Bulawayo Man Driving With His Girlfriend…. More Details Emerge
Police Gun Down Bulawayo Man.... More Details Emerge. More details have emerged on the strange case of the late Paul Munakopa, 34,who was fatally shot
Coronavirus news live - UK death toll at 36,793 and Johnson defends Cummings
Here, we bring you the live updates on the latest news, developments and guidance on the Covid-19 pandemic.
285 families granted e-visits to children in custody in Abu Dhabi
Child Visitation Centre of Abu Dhabi Court facilitated people
WA should relax grip on pubs and restaurants to allow 100 patrons: Liza Harvey
WA Opposition Leader Liza Harvey wants WA to relax restrictions on pubs, restaurants and cafes by lifting the number of permitted patrons from 20 to 100 and abolishing the four-square-metre rule.
NIDCOM lists items allegedly ‘carted away’ by communications minister
Kayode Oyero The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has released a list of items allegedly “carted away” by the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, after he allegedly ejec...
Former MP's Mother Collapses After Govt Demolishes Her House
The woman, 95, collapsed after the government moved to demolish her house as she watched in...
Afghan president pledges to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has started the process to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a "goodwill gesture", his spokesperson said, in a move that came after the government welcomed the armed group's surprise announcement of a three-day ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Coles lifts all purchase limits on grocery items
Toilet paper hoarding stopped a little while ago and now Coles has lifted restrictions on the last of the pantry staples.
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning up in Perth on Monday after some of the worst weather in a decade.
Bynes goes back to school - Entertainment News
Amanda Bynes is focusing on her education after spending the past two months in a mental health facility.
Air India can assign middle seats on rescue flights for now: Supreme Court
“After June 6, it must operate in compliance with any interim orders passed by the High Court”.
China proposes lifting North Korea sanctions
May 25 (UPI) -- China's top diplomat called on the United States to ease North Korea sanctions, the same day North Korea's Kim Jong Un discussed strengthening nuclear deterrence, according to state media reports.
Lawyer claims crook trying to use Gobbo to get off 'might be confused'
Drug trafficker Francesco Madafferi wants to use Informer 3838 scandal to secure release but prosecutors say he might be confused about what led to conviction.
UP To Set Up Migration Commission To Employ Returnee Migrants
In a two-pronged strategy to secure migrant workers, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of such labourers in the state and made it clear that any state that wants them from UP has to seek its permission.
Gary Lineker launches Twitter attack on Dominic Cummings despite BBC colleague Simon McCoy slamming him for 'abusing his position' and breaking impartiality by accusing PM of lying
The news anchor slammed the sports pundit after Lineker sounded off about Boris Johnson's coronavirus briefing last night as the PM defended his top aide in Downing Street.
Victorian father faces new charges over alleged Philippines child sex
New charges filed against man accused of engaging in sexual activity with children during a trip to the Philippines and having the alleged act filmed.
Maharashtra urges Kerala govt to send team of doctors, nurses to fight COVID-19 pandemic
The Maharashtra government has formally written to the Kerala government seeking assistance to fight the Covid-19 pandemic in the worst-hit Mumbai-Pune industrial-commercial belt.
Premier digs in on rent as UK restrictions bite
The 139 Smiggle stores in Britain and Ireland remain shut because of government restrictions, and Premier is also applying its rent ban.
COVID-19: Senior sanitation supervisor at AIIMS dies
A canteen worker also died of the pandemic in the past week.
CBSE board exam 2020: CBSE to hold the remaining exams for Class 10, Class 12 at over 15,000 centres across India
Minister of Human Resource Development, Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ said that the pending class 10, 12 board exams will be conducted at over 15,000 examination centres across India.
Seven-day institutional quarantine mandatory in AP for flyers from six states
All the flyers who wish to come to the State have to enrol in Spandana website and obtain a clearance before buying tickets, order says
Court rules $51 million RFS donation cannot be distributed to other charities
The extraordinary sum was raised on Facebook by comedian Celeste Barber during the bushfire crisis.
Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners (Update)
A top German court ruled Monday that Volkswagen must buy back a diesel car it modified to appear less polluting, a decision that could influence the outcome of tens of thousands of other "dieselgate" ...
Over 30,000 get jobs under MGNREGS in Sambalpur
Terming it as a significant achievement, district coordinator of MGNREGS Sobhit Bishi said it is for the first time that such large number of people have been engaged under MGNREGS in the district.
HK security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism'
Protests are expected to resume on Wednesday, when the city's legislature is scheduled to give a second reading of a bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem.
Johnson risks party wrath to back aide who crossed UK during lockdown
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday, despite calls from within his own Conservative Party for the aide to resign for driving 250 miles during the coronavirus lockdown.
Frontline doctor vows to resign if Dominic Cummings doesn’t go first
Dr Dominic Pimenta said the Prime Minister's chief adviser ‘spits in the face of all our efforts’.
Bond University on track for JobKeeper
Bond University is on track to be the only university in Australia to get access to JobKeeper after a rule change.
Duty-free booze bonanza for Australians under new proposal for 'Trans-Tasman bubble' travel
Under existing limits, travellers can purchase more duty-free alcohol when visiting New Zealand than they can when travelling to Australia.
No Death reported due to Infection in Israel for 4 Consecutive Days -
No new deaths have been reported in Israel for the past four days due to the coronavirus epidemic, the Ministry
PNB Scam: Interpol to expedite arrest of Nirav Modi's brother
Nehal reportedly handled Nirav Modi's Twin Fields Investments and Bailey Bank and Biddle, and allegedly laundered over $100 million for his brother
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as COVID-19 death toll nears 100,000
Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a ...
Fake PNP-IMEG agent arrested in Cebu
A MAN who was found to be posing as an officer of the Philippine National Police Integrity Monitoring and Enforcement Group (PNP-IMEG) is now in jail after being arrested by real policemen last Sunday afternoon, PNP-IMEG director, Brigadier General Ronald O. Lee announced yesterday.
SC allows Air India to operate repatriation flights without leaving middle seat empty for 10 days
The top court’s order came on a petition filed by the Centre and Air India against a Bombay High Court order to keep middle seats on planes vacant.
Despite risks, we're not too fussed about facial recognition
Survey finds most Australians are comfortable with the rise of software that can spot a face in the crowd despite lingering concerns about the dangers.
6 coronavirus vaccine developments from Israel to watch
Israeli companies and academies are working feverishly to invent effective inoculations against SARS-CoV-2.
AFAN lauds Gov Ayade over tax exemption for farmers
AFAN, Sunday, lauded the Governor of Cross River State, Prof Ben Ayade, overtax exemption of farmers, especially smallholder farmers
SA eases COVID-19 restrictions ahead of schedule
South Australia has fast-tracked its loosening of COVID-19 restrictions, with pubs, restaurants, clubs, cinemas, beauty salons and gyms able to have up to 80 patrons from June 1.
Bushfire conditions to worsen in future
Australia faces even more dangerous bushfire conditions in the future, say scientists who warn the devastating 2019-20 blazes are not a one-off event. The cor...
New Balance's MTL575 Made in UK Is a Bold Nod to Harajuku
Inspired by Tokyo's '60s-era TVs and Japan's national flag.
Louisiana state trooper dies from injuries suffered in on-duty crash
A Louisiana state trooper has died after being struck by a police car while removing a tire deflation device that had flattened the tires of a suspect's car.
Police seek help to identify woman hit by a car in Melbourne's east
The unknown woman, aged in her 40s or 50s, was hit by a car on Elmhurst Road in Bayswater North shortly after 6.30pm on Monday night.
Man charged with murder over death of four-year-old Brisbane girl
A 43-year-old man was due to appear in court on Tuesday after the death of the child in the suburb of Cannon Hill
Dr. Henry ‘encouraged’ as B.C. records two days of single-digit COVID-19 case increases
Four people have died due to the virus in the past 48 hours
Andrew Cuomo managed to kill Grandma — and New York’s economy too
So Gov. Andrew Cuomo killed Grandma and cratered New York’s economy. But he looked good doing it. Too harsh? Well, report cards are snapshots, and the pandemic is an evolving event. Numbers are
Mary-Kate Olsen quickly files for divorce from Olivier Sarkozy after an eight-week moratorium on court proceedings in NYC is lifted
The documents, a summons and complaint, were filed electronically with Manhattan county clerk on Monday.
The poor world must be the rich world’s pandemic imperative
Assisting poorer countries is not just the right thing to do; it is also the only way to contain the pandemic.
COVID-19: Syria eases coronavirus curbs, new cases jump
Ministry reports 20 new infections of the novel coronavirus on Monday
Covid-19: 52 more deaths as death toll hits 481, with 23 615 confirmed infections
Fifty-two more people have died of Covid-19, as the number of confirmed cases in South Africa reached 23 615.
California Reopens In-Store Retail Shopping as COVID-19 Restrictions Loosen
Individual counties' public health departments have the final say on whether the change can be implemented in their areas.
Two new cases of COVID-19 detected at FMC Abeokuta
Barely 24 hours after the confirmation of three new coronavirus cases and one death at he Federal Medical Centre , Idi- Aba Abeokuta, the the facility again
Bill de Blasio’s class bias is showing with his ugly beach ban
In 2013, Mayor de Blasio rode to Gracie Mansion with the theme of “A Tale of Two Cities,” decrying New York City’s class divide, between rich and poor, haves and have-nots. Seven years later,
Covid-19, lockdown and new charges of corruption lead to delay in Zuma corruption trial
Less than a week after former president Jacob Zuma pegged the country’s judiciary alongside that of the apartheid state, the former president is attempting to direct when his corruption trial should be heard.
Fear-mongering over national security law unfounded
Many foreign officials and media outlets have rushed to claim Hong Kong's status as a global financial hub has ended due to the impending National Security Law, with unsubstantiated reports of capital flight, but the move of the legislation is actually a boost to the business environment in the long-run.
Russia seeking 18-year sentence for alleged US spy Paul Whelan - Foreign Affairs
Ex-US Marine Paul Whelan was arrested 18 months ago, continues to protest his innocence.
J&K tops in COVID-19 testing, says UT govt.
Testing capacity now stands at 8,100 samples per day
Surrey’s Alan Clegg sits down for a socially-distanced chat about his life in Cloverdale over the years
Clegg chats about his time as a volunteer firefighter, 1962’s Typhoon Freda, and how he’s been holding up during COVID-19
Coronavirus outbreak: Toll crosses 1,000 in Mumbai
An analysis by the Medical Education department of 25,000 active cases in the state has shown that 1,166 were critically ill and another 5,899 had mild to moderate symptoms.
Partygoers celebrate as Iceland's nightclubs reopen
Iceland's dancefloors once again pulsed to the beat as the country's nightclubs reopened on Monday after a nine-week closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Biden set to make risky economic argument against Trump
Joe Biden is taking on President Trump over the economy.
Gesture to migrant workers for Ramzan
Ramzan this year remained a low-key celebration what with no mass prayers either at mosques or at Eidga grounds, owing to COVID-19 lockdown. However, true to the spirit of the festival that promotes g
25 booked in UP for gathering at mosque for Eid prayers
A case was registered against 25 people under Section 188 (disobedience to order) of the Indian Penal Code, as well as the Disaster Management Act, the police said.
Trichy: Boy, 14, murders girl, 9, after sexual assault bid
A nine-year-old girl, who was found with severe injuries on her head in a jasmine farm at Krishnasamudram near Manapparai, died at the Mahatma Gandhi
Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months, lays wreath at veterans park
Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.
Covid-19 wrap: Hydroxychloriquine trials suspended and over 344 000 deaths globally
Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.
Spain urges foreign tourists to return from July
Foreign tourists can book vacations in Spain from July as the two-week self-quarantine for overseas travellers is likely to be suspended by then, ...
District admin Pulwama launched Corona Rath to aware people about COVID -19
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Coronavirus News: Beach lifeguards deploy new safety protocols amid COVID-19 pandemic
Beach lifeguards in our area are now deploying a whole new set of safety protocols due to the coronavirus.
PIA pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude before crash: Report
The pilot of the crashed Pakistan International Airlines plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft’s altitude and speed before the landing, according to media reports on Monday. The crash of the national flag carrier’s flight PK-8303 on Friday, in which 97 people were killed and two miraculously survived, is one […]
Spain health workers protest at virus shortages
Spanish health workers on the front line of the fight against coronavirus gathered on Monday outside hospitals in the Madrid region to rally against shortages of protective equipment.
Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from North Carolina
US President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event ...
Georgia's MFA: Return of ambassador depends on Ukrainian government's steps
Georgia's Foreign Ministry on May 25 held the first ad hoc meeting with Georgian Ambassador to Ukraine Teimuraz Sharashenidze to hear his update.
Liberal hopeful quits after scrutiny over driving record, party investigation
WA Liberal candidate Christopher Tan, who was preselected to run in a winnable upper house seat, has quit at a party meeting called to reconsider his endorsement.
RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Desperate Dominic Cummings should have come clean sooner
RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Perhaps if Desperate Dom had come clean when the media first started sniffing around at the end of last week, the whole sorry tale may not have unravelled in the way that it has.
Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out
LONDON, May 26 — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign yesterday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 400 km from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight Covid-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from...
Trump restricts travel from Brazil as its number of coronavirus cases spike
President Donald Trump's order, set to take effect Tuesday applies to noncitizens who were in Brazil within 14 days of trying to enter the US.
Over 9,000 left homeless, 30,000 affected in floods in Assam, Meghalaya amidst coronavirus pandemic
The flood triggered by heavy rains since Friday affected over 30,000 people in Assam and neighbouring Meghalaya and left more than 9,000 homeless on Monday. The daily flood bulletin issued by Assam
Wirecard postpones issuing annual results again
Fintech says not all audit procedures completed and puts AGM back until August
Clark County election worker tests positive for COVID-19
A worker at the Clark County Election Department’s main office has tested positive for COVID-19.
Coronavirus: France has fourth most deaths as Spain revises down toll
French now behind only US, UK and Italy as Spain reduces number by 2,000
Trump gives himself 'great reviews' on 'The Chinese Virus' on Memorial Day
The cruelty is the point.
Quebec coroner recommends more training for police dealing with domestic violence
MONTREAL — A coroner is recommending more training for police officers who intervene in domestic violence cases following the murder of a Quebec woman by her ex-boyfriend when she returned home to retrieve her belongings.
FBI investigating Ahmaud Arbery shooting as possible hate crime, lawyer says
Attorney for family of black jogger shot by white men says federal authorities are looking into prosecutors and police in caseThe FBI is investigating the shooting of Ahmaud Arbery, a black jogger, by two white men as a possible hate crime, the Arbery family’s attorney said Monday, claiming that federal
Write-up by Omar’s political adviser triggers storm in NC
Tanvir Sadiq had advocated ‘for a reconciliation and reaching out to the people of Jammu and Kashmir’
Arbery family lawyer: Feds looking into how case handled
ATLANTA — A lawyer for the family of Ahmaud Arbery said Monday that a federal prosecutor told the slain man’s mother federal officials are investigating potential misconduct by local officials who handled the case.
CUNY teachers face ax as $115M in coronavirus budget cuts loom
City University colleges are rolling out plans to slash their adjunct teaching staffs as the system faces a nearly $150 million cut in aid thanks to the coronavirus budget crises at City Hall and in
Flights back in the air, but carry very few passengers
Patronage on day one despite COVID-19 threat and restrictions augur well for air services, it is felt
House seeks schools fumigation before resumption
The House of Representatives has asked the Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu, to ensure that all schools in the country, whether ...
Labour Day project in St Catherine shut down by police
Residents of Pear Tree Grove and surrounding areas in the Troja Division in St Catherine are expressing shock and dismay that they were ordered to discontinue their Labour Day project by the Riversdale Police.
Half of English-speakers, 90% of French-speakers support sovereignty - Inside Israel
Poll finds plurality of English-speakers, overwhelming majority of French-speakers in Israel support application of sovereignty.
'Stand up for my kids': Father of murdered Margaret River children pleads for inquest
Mr Cockman’s four young children were shot by their grandfather Peter Miles, who also murdered their mother Katrina and his wife Cynda at Forever Dreaming Farm.
BJP MPs 'attend' Taiwan event, irk China
India News: Asking India to refrain from interfering in its "internal" affairs, the Chinese have taken umbrage at BJP MPs Meenakshi Lekhi and Rahul Kaswan's "virt
Kelowna man arrested for alleged hamster cruelty
A Kelowna man has been arrested following allegations of animal cruelty involving a hamster.Police were notified on May 14 about a social media account with
High-speed rail on Australia’s east coast would increase emissions for up to 36 years
Bullet trains are back on the political agenda. Labor is again spruiking its vision of linking Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra with high-speed trains
Sisolak to discuss next phase of Nevada’s reopening plan
Gov. Steve Sisolak will discuss the next phase of Nevada’s reopening at a news conference Tuesday evening, according to the governor’s office.
In phone call, PM Imran and Erdogan decide to enhance cooperation against Covid-19
Turkish president offers Eid greetings, condoles loss of lives in Karachi plane crash, says PMO.
Africa Day 2020: Buhari calls for peace and love among continent's leaders
President Muhammadu Buhari has sued for unity and peace among African countries, saying it is a prerequisite for sustainable development as continent unites.
Out of the house: Biden makes first public campaign stop in weeks
Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veteran's
Top-earning public officials should cut their pay amid NY’s fiscal crisis
New York’s top officials have talked a lot about “shared sacrifice” in recent weeks. How about leading by example? Common Cause New York suggests state legislators forgo half their pay since
Hundreds of Gold Coast homes experiencing power outage
Hundreds of Gold Coast homes are without power this morning, after an outage towards the southern end of the coast. Over 1,300 residences have been affected, across the suburbs of Burleigh Heads…
KZN councillor killed in 'hail of bullets' outside his home
The murder of Mtubatuba councillor Philip Mkhwanazi was met with shock and sadness by colleagues and comrades.
Centre must not view Maharashtra as state ruled by opposition: Sanjay Raut
On Monday, Raut took a dig at the Union minister Piyush Goyal, saying, “Though Goyal is a minister in the Union government, he is representing Maharashtra in Rajya Sabha. The issues of Maharashtra and Mumbai are different and the leaders from the Union government must understand that."
Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19.
Americans make low-key Memorial Day tributes, coronavirus overshadowing events
NEW YORK, May 26 — Americans paid a low-key tribute to those who died serving in the US Armed Forces yesterday, with many Memorial Day events canceled because of the coronavirus epidemic that has killed nearly 100,000 people in the United States alone. In some places, scaled-down ceremonies were...
BNP chief Khaleda celebrates Eid with family at Gulshan residence
Khaleda Zia has celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr with her family at her Gulshan residence in Dhaka after having to do so in jail over the past two years.
Nearly 15,000 North Carolina residents have recovered from COVID-19, NCDHHS says
In a Monday update, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported that 14,954 patients are presumed to be recovered from COVID-19.
Bank Holiday tragedy as teenage girl and man drown on same stretch of Cornish coastline as UK comes out of coronavirus lockdown
Officers described a 'very tough day' in Cornwall amid the two fatalities, which took place in separate incidents on Monday afternoon.
Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months, lays wreath at veterans park
Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park.
'Stand up for my kids': Father of murdered Margaret River children pleads for inquest
Mr Cockman’s four young children were shot by their grandfather Peter Miles, who also murdered their mother Katrina and his wife Cynda at Forever Dreaming Farm.
White House brings forward Brazil travel restrictions by two days
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House on Monday brought forward by two days restrictions on travel to the United States from Brazil that were announced after the Latin American country became the world’s No. 2 coronavirus hotspot.
Sorry, media: You’re not victims no matter how much ‘abuse’ you take
Is there anything more tedious than the press complaining about how it’s treated? After grousing that Stephanie Grisham, President Trump’s former press secretary, never held a formal
Steve Mnuchin’s socialite sister sues potential buyers of her $8M pad
The socialite sister of US Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin is suing two potential buyers of her Park Avenue penthouse for a near $1 million deposit after she claims they tanked the deal, new court
Poachers Killed One of the Rarest Birds in Bulgaria
Attempts have been made in Bulgaria for several years to restore the bird population. The killed vulture, named "Ultron", was donated to Bulgaria by a Belgian zoo.
Mitchell Town recreational park in Clarendon gets facelift
Residents of Mitchell Town in Clarendon joined hands on Labour Day to give a facelift to the rural community’s more than five-decades-old recreational park.
WATCH: Trump Campaign Hits Back at Biden's Racist Takes In a New Ad
Former Vice President Joe Biden put his foot in his mouth when he told Charlamagne tha God that African Americans who decide to support President Donald Trump "ain't black." The Trump re-election campaign used the opportunity to highlight the numerous instances the former veep lied to blacks as a means of pandering.
Greek PM: We have left the difficulties behind, but the danger is not over
During an interview on STAR TV on Monday, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis drew attention to Greece's Covid-19 success story, stated there is "no
Kazakhstan Reforms Protest Law Amid Tough Criticism From Rights Groups
Kazakhstan has reformed laws on strictly controlled peaceful assembly that critics say fall short of international human rights standards and amount to window dressing.
Armstrong Creek man charged over principal’s hit-run death in Beaumaris
Victoria Police say a man has been charged over a hit-and-run crash that left a dedicated teacher dead in Melbourne on Sunday.
'It just doesn't add up': Liberals refer Dickson land swap to anti-corruption watchdog
The Liberals have asked the ACT Integrity Commission to look into the Dickson land swap scandal.
Steelworkers Union Praises NDP Victory in Securing Paid Sick Leave Commitment
TORONTO — The United Steelworkers (USW) union is praising the New Democratic Party for securing a commitment from the federal government to ensure two weeks of paid sick leave for workers across Canada.
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Activists Jailed for 'Not Made in China' Masks
Hong Kong Customs arrested a member of a local pro-democracy group for allegedly violating a trade descriptions ordinance.
Law enforcement breaks up party of 200 people at Kaena Point State Park overnight | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Law enforcement broke up a large beach party of approximately 200 people accused of violating emergency rules at Kaena Point State Park on Oahu’s North Shore late Sunday.
Barcelona ace has no intention of leaving amid ongoing exit speculation
Stance reiterated on several occasions...
Italy recruits volunteers to control crowds as COVID-19 lockdown eases
Italy's government will ask some 60,000 citizens to work as volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as it gradually removes coronavirus ...
Boris Johnson says coronavirus has affected his eyesight
Changes to eyesight are not listed as an official symptom of coronavirus by the NHS.
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Investigation into Langar fire to 'continue' as fire crews leave the scene after four days
The service have handed over the site back to the owner
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid lockdown furore
Dominic Cummings is expected to make a public statement later amid growing calls for the prime minister’s most senior adviser to resign for travelling during lockdown. Boris Johnson is also facing
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
Govt releases Rs 1,000 crore to West Bengal; central team to visit soon to assess cyclone damage
The rescue-and-relief operations in West Bengal were discussed at a meeting of the National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC), headed by Cabinet Secr
HK Secretary for Security and six disciplinary forces support national security law in HK
Hong Kong's Secretary for Security and six disciplinary forces have pledged their full support for the national legislature's deliberation on national security legislation for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
Heatwave likely to abate only after May 28; Dust storm, thunderstorm expected on May 29-29: IMD
The IMD had on Sunday issued a red colour-coded alert for north India for May 25-26 when prevailing heatwave conditions are expected to peak.Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh have been experiencing blistering heat for days with temperatures soaring over 45 degrees Celsius
Dr Noor Hisham: Expect a spike in COVID-19 cases in the next few days
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — With the current Covid-19 screenings and tests conducted for immigration detention depot staff and detainees, the Ministry of Health (MOH) is expecting to record an increase in new cases in the coming days.
Swarms of locusts enter in Jaipur residential areas
Swarms of locusts entered some residential areas of the city on Monday, presenting the local people with an unusual sight. Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards the Dausa district.
WATCH: Reporter Gets Heckled for Wearing a Mask While Covering a Story
Minnesota reporter Lou Raguse was sent to Albany, Minnesota, a town of roughly 2,500 people, to cover a protest/rally outside of Shady's Tavern. The bar's owner was going to open his doors in defiance of Gov. Tim Walz's (D) stay-at-home order. When Raguse and his cameraman showed up donning masks, the crowd began to chant "take it off!"
Spain to welcome foreign tourists back from July
Madrid: Spain urged foreign tourists on Monday to return from July as one of Europe's strictest lockdowns eased, with streets gradually filling again and some pupils returning to school.
Kulgam woman tests positive for Covid-19 after death; J&K toll 23
The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 23 in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday after an elderly woman from Kulgam district of south Kashmir, who died couple of
Kindergartens resuming work in Ukraine on May 25, subject to tough rules
The Cabinet passed the relevant decision at its meeting on May 20.
Row between Makini School, parents deepens
The institution's management insists that parents must pay fees to keep it a float.
Politician Visits Woman, Jumps Off Her 2nd Floor Balcony To Escape When Man Enters Her Home
The man is recovering in the hospital.
Hero Cork man saves 12-year-old boy stranded at sea
"He told me he thought he was going to die but I just reassured him and told him he was going to be fine"
Akinwumi Adesina accused of appointing relatives to strategic positions at AFDB
PRESIDENT of the African Development Bank (AFDB) Akinwumi Adesina has been accused by a group of anonymous whistleblowers of handing contracts to acquaintances and appointing relatives to strategic positions at the bank, a Bloomberg report has revealed. According to the report, U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin turned down plans by the AFDB’s board to end […]
Coronavirus: South Africa to see a spike in Covid-19 cases but govt to further ease curbs from June 1, says Cyril Ramaphosa
The President called on public universities to implement remote teaching and learning strategies from June 1 to ensure that all students are given a fair opportunity to complete the 2020 academic year.
Steve Hilton: There won't be a coronavirus recovery unless we reopen schools now
If children can't go to school, parents can't go to work.
Heatwave likely to abate only after May 28; dust storm, thunderstorm expected on May 29-30: IMD
India News: Dust and thunderstorms are likely over several parts of north India on May 29-30, bringing the much-needed relief from the intense heatwave, the IMD s
Pentagon charts its own course on COVID-19, risking Trump's ire
The Pentagon is actively planning on living with the coronavirus well into 2021, putting it at risk of angering President Trump as he expresses confidence that the disease is on the wane.
Covid-19: Recovery rate improves to 41.57%, says govt
A total of 57,720 people have been cured so far in India, says Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Reports: Russian mediation reopens major highway in NE Syria
BEIRUT — Traffic returned to a major highway in northeastern Syria for the first time in seven months on Monday, following Russian mediation to reopen parts of the road captured last year by Turkey-backed opposition fighters.
Region's high schools graded in new report
The Fraser Institute found schools across Waterloo Region collectively scored higher in academic performance than the province
Dust and thunderstorm to bring respite from heatwave in north India on May 29-30, says IMD
Weather Forecast Today, May 25: The IMD has also issued an orange warning for heatwave for east Uttar Pradesh, Kuldeep Srivastava, the head of IMD’s Regional Meteorological Centre, told the PTI.
Raut slams Yogi’s claim of ‘ill-treatment’ of migrant workers in Maharashtra
Mr. Raut, whose party heads the coalition government in Maharashtra, said he would send to Mr. Adityanath video clips of migrant workers hailing Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray
Govt releases Rs 1,000 Cr to West Bengal; central team to visit soon to assess cyclone damage
As announced by the prime minister after his aerial survey and review of the relief efforts with West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, a sum of Rs 1,000 crore has already been released to the state government, an official statement said. The Ministry of Home Affairs will be sending a team to the state soon to ass
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid calls to face sack
The aide travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family.
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
Emergency services began cleaning up in Perth on Monday as wild weather downed trees and left around 50,000 citizens without power
Kwara government extends palliatives to Unilorin
The University of Ilorin (Unilorin) says about 643 of its workers had benefited from the COVID-19 palliatives being distributed by the Kwara Government.
‘Fanatics won’t be allowed to go scot free’: Kerala CM on Hindu right wing members destroying church film set
Reacting sharply to the vandalising of a film set by "fanatics," Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday said strict action will be taken against the culprits.
Taoiseach was 'in line with public health guidance' while sunbathing in Phoenix Park
A spokesperson for the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he adhered to public health guidance while he was visiting the Phoenix Park in Dublin yesterday afternoon.
Americans defy Covid-19 social distancing rules to celebrate Memorial Day holiday
Hundreds gather at pool party at Lake of the Ozarks and at Daytona Beach in Florida, defying safety restrictions
Reports | Shehan Madushanka held by Sri Lanka Police for drug possession
Reports have emerged that Sri Lankan police have detained pacer Shehan Madushanka on a charge of possessing heroin in the town of Pannala on Sunday. As per the reports, Madushanka was stopped in the town while driving with another person in a car during a nationwide coronavirus curfew.
South Korean clubs will use QR codes to log visitors amid coronavirus
South Korea will now require places like nightclubs and bars to use QR codes to log customers’ visits as part of its coronavirus contact tracing efforts. Starting next month, those types of
Police: Foreign student falls to death from 15th floor of Miri apartment
MIRI, May 25 — A male foreign student studying at a private university here, was found dead on the corridor of the second floor of an apartment early this morning believed to have fallen from the 15th floor of the building. Miri district police chief, ACP Lim Meng Seah, said the deceased, Yahia...
FG establishes 12 research 'centres of excellence' in Nigerian universities
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the establishment of the first set of 12 TETFund "centres of excellence", two in each of the six geopolitical
Racist who wanted refund on free meal said he had virus then coughed in policeman's face
David Mitchell, 40, became verbally abusive at a Newcastle takeaway and made a racist comment before declaring he had Covid-19 symptoms and coughing in an officer's face
Putin back in Kremlin, Russia looks to ease lockdown in some regions
MOSCOW, May 25 — President Vladimir Putin made a rare lockdown appearance in the Kremlin today after officials said improvements in the coronavirus situation may allow Russia to re-open some tourist resorts soon and relax restrictions in many regions. Russia, which has reported the world’s...
Homeless remain a blind spot in Clark County’s COVID-19 picture
While testing for COVID-19 is becoming available to more Clark County residents, testing of the homeless remains haphazard even though they are at high risk.
Reports: Russian mediation reopens major highway in NE Syria
Traffic returned to a major highway in northeastern Syria for the first time in seven months on Monday, following Russian mediation to reopen parts of the road captured last year by Turkey-backed opposition fighters. Syrian Kurdish media and a Syrian Kurdish official said several vehicles accompanied
Varadkar followed guidelines in park - spokesperson
A spokesperson for the Taoiseach has said Leo Varadkar was complying fully with Covid-19 guidelines while out socialising in the Phoenix Park in Dublin over the weekend.
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs
Dogs are man’s best friend, but war takes that special bond to another level. Out on the front lines of brutal armed conflicts half a world away, US soldiers count on their canines to keep them safe from hidden threats and get them back home alive.
Two million students back in classrooms in sign life edging towards a new normal
Almost two million students returned to classrooms across NSW and Queensland on Monday in the latest sign life is edging towards a new normal under the Almost two million students returned to classrooms across NSW and Queensland on Monday in the latest sign life is edging towards a new normal under the shadow of coronavirus.
Hong Kong Chief Justice Geoffrey Ma warns judges against expressing 'unnecessary' political opinion | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Chief Justice Geoffrey Ma has warned judges against expressing “unwarranted or unnecessary political views” after a judge was relieved of handling protests-related cases due to his controversial sentencing remarks. District Judge Kwok Wai-kin compared pro-democracy demonstrators to “terrorists” and expressed sympathy with the attacker who was found guilty of wounding with intent after he slashed […]
Novelist Fang Fang’s Covid-19 diaries chronicle personal and political struggles in China
In over 60 entries, we see a personal account of public memory and national trauma.
With State of Emergency Lifted, Japan Begins Gradual Reopening
Retailers in Tokyo began opening their doors last week, but some will continue to wait.
Southern Railway to operate special train for staff
Southern Railway will operate a workmen special train exclusively for railway employees to and from Thanjavur and Tiruchi from May 26.The special train will ferry employees residing in and around Than
TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'
An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online
Lockdown breacher's epic rant to police as she 'didn't realise Wales wasn't in England'
A mum, believed to be from the West Midlands, called Welsh people "b*******" when she uploaded the clip of her confrontation with the authorities on Gwynedd beach on Wednesday
COVID-19: Qatar reports 3 more deaths, 1,751 new cases
Death toll has risen to 26 as total cases reach 45,439
PHOTOS: One dead, many injured as fire razes IDP camp in Borno
One person has been confirmed dead, while many persons sustained injuries during a fire outbreak at the Muna Albadawy camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Borno state. According to
Sister pays tribute to dad-of-two, 21, with ‘biggest heart’ stabbed to death in Havant home after two held for murder
THE sister of a murdered 21-year-old man has paid a touching tribute to him, saying he had the “biggest heart”. Dad-of-two George Allison was knifed to death on Saturday night at a home in Havant, …
Indian Actor-Turned-Politician Shamed on Twitter for Violating Lockdown Norms to Play Cricket
New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been under a national lockdown since 25 March as a containment measure to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The federal government relaxed...
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "We're on the front line most of the time," an Army sergeant said of herself and her dog.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Taoiseach was 'in line with public health guidance' while sunbathing in Phoenix Park
A spokesperson for the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he adhered to public health guidance while he was visiting the Phoenix Park in Dublin yesterday afternoon.
Greek resort island serial rapist held on new rape charge
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A convicted serial rapist released early from a half-century prison term was under police guard in hospital on the Greek resort island of Corfu Monday after...
Japan to expand entry ban to visitors from India and 10 other nations
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Japan will maintain the current set of border control measures until the end of June.
Bishops round on Boris: Church leaders say CofE may now refuse to work with government on Covid response after PM's 'risible' defence of Dominic Cummings that 'broke trust of nation'
Bishops have reacted with fury on social media, saying Mr Johnson's defence of Cummings is an 'insult' and that he has 'no respect for the people.'
Trump threatens to find new GOP convention site if North Carolina governor won't allow full attendance
President Trump warned Monday that planners would be "reluctantly forced" to find a new site for the Republican National Convention if North Carolina's governor can't guarantee the party will be allowed "full attendance" at the event currently planned in the state's largest city.
Rogers expands it Pro On-the-Go service to Ottawa
Rogers has expanded its Pro On-the-Go service to Ottawa to allow for safe contactless support and flexible delivery options.
Trump ‘Does Have a Point’ While Criticising WHO, German Health Minister Says
Last Tuesday, President Donald Trump threatened to permanently freeze US funding of the World Health Organisation if the UN health body failed to “commit to major...
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid calls to face sack
The aide travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family.
Rivers, demolished hotel owner disagree on manager's COVID-19 status
The crisis rocking the demolition of Prodest Hotel took a twist on Monday following a disagreement between the Rivers State Government and...
Prime Minister is ‘taking the public for fools’ with ‘farcical’ defence of Dominic Cummings, says Ian Blackford
Boris Johnson is under increasing pressure to sack Dominic Cummings today, with the SNP accusing the prime minister of "taking the public for fools".
Cop couldn't work for two years after boy, 14, lied about being punched
The officer will now return to work after having his name cleared.
Coronavirus in Maharashtra: COVID-19 hits state police; 18 dead, 1,809 infected
Coronavirus continued to target the Maharashtra Police force, claiming the lives of 18 police personnel and infecting another 1,809 in the state, as per latest data released on Monday.
Fire guts 1,613 IDPs’ shelters, kills two people in Borno
The Muna Garage Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp; has been gutted by fire, destroying 1,613 makeshift shelters Saturday in Borno state.
Dad batters minor daughters to death for being loud in UP’s Sant Kabir Nagar
A father battered his five-year-old and 2-year-old daughters to death merely because they were creating a noise. The residents of the village are so distressed at the incident that most of them did not celebrate Eid on Monday.
Community tasks Buhari to get justice for assaulted medical doctor
President Muhammadu Buhari has been tasked to order an inquiry into the reported physical assault on Dr Avwebo Otoide, a physician, by...
Gurgaon: Passes not required for commuters travelling to Delhi airport or railway station
An order issued by the Gurgaon District Magistrate stated that passengers who have a confirmed Air/Train E-Ticket in their name shall be allowed to travel from the Airport/Railway station to their Home/destination and vice versa.
Denmark to let cross-border couples meet – if they show photos, love letters
COPENHAGEN – Denmark eased its border controls with other Nordic countries and Germany on Monday, allowing cross-border couples separated by the coronavirus lockdown to meet again if they can prove they have been in a relationship for at least six months.
Singaporean cooks up Eid feast for migrant workers in lockdown
As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the fasting month, thousands of migrant workers in Singapore have had to spend the holiday in quarantine because of outbreaks of the novel coronavirus in their dormitories.
COVID-19 cases rise in Manipur
Official sources said that the number of cases in Manipur has increased to 32.
‘Genuine danger’ Covid-19 could spread again as lockdown lifted – Sturgeon
The First Minister was joined at the daily briefing by Health Secretary Jeane Freeman and interim chief medical officer Dr Gregor Smith.
SAMRC investigation into Glenda Gray is a 'witch hunt' - Adam Habib
The SAMRC board's decision to investigate Glenda Gray has "crossed the line from holding someone to account to a witch hunt", Adam Habib says.
Edmonton police investigating suspicious death after body found in motel
Police say officers responding to an assault call Sunday evening discovered a body at a south-side motel
Five new COVID-19 cases in Lebanon
So far, 1119 cases were officially recorded with no new deaths, rendering the total number of deaths at 26.
WHO Covid-19 expert claims two-metre distance 'safe 99% of time' and masks will be 'big issue'
The World Health Organisation's (WHO) Special Envoy on Covid-19, Dr David Nabarro, has said the two-metre guidance to stop the transmission of Covid-19 'keeps you safe 99% of the time'.
Not only holding polls, being arrested also part of political process: NC leader
Holding Assembly elections in the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir should not be the only goal of mainstream politicians and being arrested is also
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
Furore rages on over UK PM's defence of top aide's lockdown breach
UK News: The opposition branded British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's defence of Cummings as an "insult" to all the sacrifices made by the British public duri
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs
Explosive detection dogs risk everything to keep US troops safe from hidden dangers on the battlefield.
Seize LG Polymers factory premises, stop directors from leaving India: Andhra HC
A two-member bench of the court has barred entry on the factory premises except for those part of the committee appointed to probe the gas leak accident on May 7 that killed 7 people and injured over 500 others in the villages surrounding the factory.
Americans are crowding public places and officials fear possibility of spikes in coronavirus cases
(CNN) — At a glance, it may look like many Americans have long forgotten about the dangers of coronavirus. Crowds packed beaches in Florida, Maryland, Georgia,...
Hong Kong security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'
More than 180 people were arrested on Sunday as authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse pro-democracy protesters
Has Dominic Cummings' car been 'egged'? Yellow stain seen on vehicle in Downing Street
Boris Johnson's top aide has been heckled by neighbours in the street as outrage builds over Dominic Cummings' lockdown breaches
Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case
A fourth-grade multitasking staffer who attended office till last Tuesday is the fifth COVID-19 case detected in the building in less than two weeks. Nine of his contacts at Rail Bhavan have been sent to home quarantine, officials said.
Acting DNI Richard Grenell stepping down as US ambassador to Germany
Acting Director of National Intelligence Richard Grenell will step down as US ambassador to Germany, he confirmed. Grenell, who took over as acting DNI in February, addressed the news in a tweet
Delhi violence: Feminists criticise Delhi Police action against students, anti-CAA protestors
The signatories said the Arvind Kejriwal-led government in Delhi has maintained a ‘stony silence’ about the arrests amid the lockdown.
Republicans Sue California Gov. Gavin Newsom over Vote by Mail Mandate
Republicans sued California Gov. Gavin Newsom over his order to send every registered voter a vote-by-mail ballot for November.
BMW left stranded on Skegness beach as coastguard issues warning
'Help us to help you. Stay off the sand.'
Coroner warns more babies could die after one-year-old girl was strangled to death by blind cord next to her cot
Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became caught in the looped cable at her parents' home in Hackney, North London. Pictured is an example of a looped cable.
Trump threatens to move GOP convention over North Carolina's coronavirus restrictions
President Trump warned Monday that the Republican Party could seek to move its 2020 convention if North Carolina Gov.
Bizarre moment man uses cabbage leaf as facemask during interview about murdered girl
The man in Peniche, Portugal wore a makeshift face mask to 'protect' against coronavirus as he was interviewed about his neighbours' arrest after Valentina Fonseca was found dead
5-year-old boy flies back home alone after 2 months – Firstpostofindia
A 5-year-old boy flew back home to the city alone on Monday after remaining stranded in Delhi for two months.
Sentenced to death via Zoom - horrifying new justice system for executions
Two men have been sentenced to death - one for murder the other for a drug offence - via Zoom, which human rights groups have described as "abhorrent"
TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'
An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online
Lawrence Jones slams Joe Biden: Black America is 'fed up' and tired of supporting Dems
Fox Nation host Lawrence Jones said on Monday that presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden came to the hip hop radio show “The Breakfast Club” interview with Charlamagne Tha God “ill-prepared.”
Russian prosecutors seek 18 years for ex-U.S. marine in spy trial
Paul Whelan reacted calmly to the prosecutor's 'very harsh' demand, says lawyer Vladimir Zherebenkov
46 die, 387 injured in accidents on Abeokuta-Lagos expressway in six years-FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said on Monday that 46 persons died in road accidents at the Old Toll-Gate corridor on the...
Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another Coronavirus case
The multitasking staff is responsible for taking files from one official to another and come in contact with a lot of people throughout the day. These files can go to the Chairman, Railway Board or even the Railway Minister, thereby spreading infection, an official said.
Watch: Jhansi Police Distributes Toys To Kids Of Migrant Workers, Health Minister Lauds the Sweet Gesture
Jhansi Police on Sunday distributed toys among the children of migrant workers at the Uttar Pradesh –Madhya Pradesh border
Ford Motor Co. donates thousands of COVID-19 face shields to US military
Ford Motor Co. has finalized an agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to donate 200,000 face shields to military bases across the U.S. and abroad to protect against the coronavirus.
Time to take economy out of intensive care: PM
Scott Morrison will appeal to a "new sense of common purpose", with $1.5 billion in federal funding to the states as leverage, to deliver an economic recovery he envisages will take between three and five years.
Spain to End Quarantine Requirement for Foreign Travelers July 1
Spain will stop enforcing mandatory quarantine for foreign tourists from July 1, as the country prepares to reboot its key tourism industry.
‘Genuine danger’ Covid-19 could spread again as lockdown lifted – Sturgeon
The First Minister was joined at the daily briefing by Health Secretary Jeane Freeman and interim chief medical officer Dr Gregor Smith.
Centre reviews progress of relief, restoration work in cyclone-hit West Bengal
The financial assistance of Rs 1,000 crore has already been released to the state government.
The grieving family who changed the lockdown funeral rule: Seven siblings get permission to attend service for their father, 72, after battling council on rule that banned more than five mourners
Geraldine Hackford, 49, led a campaign against Sheffield City Council to make sure all of her siblings could join her at the funeral of their father, Gerald, who died from a heart blockage on April 16.
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs
"We're on the front line most of the time," an Army sergeant said of herself and her dog.
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
Charges for pipeline protest
The BC Prosecution Service says it has appointed a special prosecutor to oversee charges against three people in relation to allegations of mischief and trespass at the home of Premier John Horgan.
New payment to support Kiwis through Covid-19
The Government today announced a new temporary payment to support New Zealanders who lose their jobs due to the global COVID-19 pandemic to adjust and find new employment or retrain.
Assam: Five men allegedly beat vegetable vendor to death in Kamrup district
Two of the five have been arrested, while the rest are absconding.
Covid-19: Petition filed in Delhi HC seeks coronavirus relief materials to Aadhaar, voter ID card holders too
The plea added that the action is violative of Article 14 of the Constitution of India, which provides that the State shall not deny to any person equality to its citizen.
Bolivia ex-health minster held in pre-trial detention over virus scandal
Bolivia's ex-health minister has been remanded in custody over a corruption investigation into over-priced ventilators to fight the novel coronavirus, the attorney general said on Sunday.
Coronavirus lockdown | Shiv Sena, Congress take jibe at Piyush Goyal over diversion of U.P.-bound train
Shiv Sena’s ally Congress also took a dim view of the train diversion, saying the government was “taking migrant workers on a country tour” without providing them food and water
COVID-19 deaths in Sweden top 4,000: Public Health Agency
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - The death toll from the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Sweden has topped 4,000, statistics published by the Public Health Agency showed on Monday.
BREAKING: Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 'bloody' poll
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has released N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities in Abonema...
Abe's 'own goals' slash support rates even as Japan's rate of COVID-19 infections declines
A string of controversial missteps has slashed Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's support to levels that could threaten to end his term early, ...
With 50 honorary doctorates, Gordon Parks captured black triumphs and exposed injustices
Gordon Parks' work during 1940 to 1950 is most hailed by the black community as it defined his point of view as an African-American artist.
Aya Hachem's body flown home to Lebanon as dad says they came to UK for 'safety'
Ismail Hachem moved with his family from war torn Lebanon 10 years ago to Blackburn in the UK in order to start a new, safer life after he was caught in crossfire and shot in the back
Police: New Jersey nurse attacked, nearly kidnapped by man she treated at hospital
A New Jersey nurse was attacked and terrorized by a man who she treated at her hospital the day before, according to police.
Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism
HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.
Netanyahu appears in court as corruption trial begins
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared in court Monday as his trial began on charges of bribery as well as fraud and breach of trust, making a combative statement aimed at the country's
Leadership in turbulent times: A review essay
Leadership in Turbulent Times (2018) by Doris Goodwin is a study of leadership crafted around the presidencies of Abraham Lincoln (1861-1865)
COVID-19 deaths in Sweden top 4,000: Public Health Agency
The death toll from the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Sweden has topped 4,000, statistics published by the Public Health Agency showed on Monday. The data published on the agency's website showed that deaths from COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, had risen to 4,029 from
CANADA: MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
The HOC has been working on how to hold debates and votes with some MPs participating remotely, but hasn't yet solved technical and security challenges
Private hospitals’ group asks Duterte to replace Duque as health chief
The Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines says PhilHealth, which is chaired by Francisco Duque III, has given hospitals the runaround when it comes to reimbursements
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once-in-a-decade storm
MELBOURNE: Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning ...
Fake: Govt has not promised a Rs 5,000 lockdown fund
New Delhi: A WhatsApp forward that promises of free Rs 5,000 in relief funds from the government as a limited time offer is fake.
California Hospital Records More Suicides Than Coronavirus Deaths During Lockdown
Doctors at a hospital in California say they have recorded more deaths from suicide than coronavirus, with a year’s worth of suicides and suicide attempts being recorded in a 4 week period.
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs
"We're on the front line most of the time," an Army sergeant said of herself and her dog.
German government, regions tussle over reopening from lockdowns
BERLIN, May 25 — Germany’s central and regional governments were at odds today over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with allies of Chancellor Angela Merkel warning that scrapping them risks unleashing a new wave of coronavirus infections. The row erupted after Bodo Ramelow,...
From 'too late' to 'reckless and senseless' - opposition parties react to easing of lockdown
Political parties have varying reactions to government's decision to move South Africa from a Level 4 to a Level 3 lockdown.
Army observes Eid in solidarity with Kashmiris
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa has said that the army was observing Eidul Fitr solemnly in solidarity with held Kashmir which is under India's "illegal and inhuman lo
Calls to reopen Wolverhampton playing fields for public use
A campaign to bring football fields back into community use has been backed by a Black Country MP.
Travellers light bonfires, dump rubbish and empty chemical toilets next to exclusive millionaires' row at Sandbanks in Dorset where Harry Redknapp owns £3.5m seafront mansion
Around ten motorhomes descended on a car park at the exclusive peninsula in Poole. One group of men ignored social distancing rules and sat at an outdoor table, with crates of Corona beer.
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau asks bank CEOs for views on economy, COVID-19 relief: Report
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has spoken to the heads of the country's six big banks to get their views on the state of the economy and the COVID-19 relief efforts, the Globe and Mail
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday that the state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan, and that the country managed to get the spread of the virus under control in under two months.
US bans flights from Brazil, where pandemic is raging
The United States, citing Brazil’s surging coronavirus crisis, has banned flights from the nation, delivering a blow to its embattled leader, who has tried to use his warm relations with President Donald Trump to bolster his political standing.
Woman is charged with having a stolen 'Elf On The Shelf'
A woman has appeared in court charged with possession of a stolen "Elf On The Shelf".
Uddhav Thackeray and Piyush Goyal engage in a bitter war of words over Shramik Special trains
Shramik Special trains news, Shramik Special trains schedule: Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 migrant Shramik Special trains per day, it was getting only 40.
GOP Sues California Over Governor Newsom’s Mail-in Ballot Order Ripped as 'Brazen Power Grab'
California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on 8 May to send in ballots by mail to all registered voters ahead of the November presidential polls, so as...
Uganda registers 14 more COVID-19 cases from community
“All new cases are contacts to previously confirmed truck drivers. All contacts were under quarantine at the time of test,” the Ministry of Health said.
Prospects of normalization grim in Libya
Analysts say that Libya is one of the most important crisis to watch for in 2020 because of the involvement of Russia and Turkey. More importantly, the plight of the Libyans after almost 10 years of civil war cannot be ignored. Jens Stoltenberg, head of NATO military alliance recently said in an interview that Turkey […]
JUST IN: 69 Nigerians arrive from Lebanon
Fifty trafficked girls and 19 stranded Nigerians arrived from Lebanon on Sunday night.Their evacuation was at the expense of the Lebanese...
Forlorn presidential palace as virus mutes Eid celebrations in Bangladesh
The global COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the regular Eid celebrations at the Bangabhaban, the residence of the president.
Germany’s highest court rules VW should offer Dieselgate compensation
Thousands of motorists can now claim damages from the carmaker.
Joe Biden forced to make his fundraisers fully virtual – bar the price tag
The pandemic has led the presumptive Democratic nominee, like other politicians to take his high-dollar events onlineThe coronavirus pandemic may have driven Joe Biden into his basement and forced his campaign online, but one crucial factor is still the same: his run for the White House still needs to
Okowa not chairman NEC sub-committee on COVID-19 economic growth – DTSG
Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, has debunked media reports that the governor has been appointed
New Zealand PM calm as earthquake strikes during live TV interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview. During the interview with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview.
Law Soc. condemns attack on lawyer at national security law demo as ex-Hong Kong leader offers HK$300k reward | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
The Law Society of Hong Kong has “strongly condemned” an assault on a lawyer at the anti-national security law protest on Sunday, saying that people with opposing political views must not be “silenced” by violence. According to a police post shared on Facebook, a 41-year-old man was beaten by dozens of protesters with umbrellas on […]
Perth and Kinross recycling centres set to reopen next week with distancing measures in place
Recycling centres across Perth and Kinross are being prepared for reopening from June 1 for domestic waste.
JNU strongly advises students stranded in hostels to return home
This is to underline that the Government of India updates daily about the COVID-19 pandemic situation. At present, the number of cases in Delhi is increasing swiftly day by day, the circular asking students to return home said.
Taiwan foreign minister featured in British magazine's June issue
Joseph Wu explains to Monocle necessity of Taiwan's participation in WHO, nation's relationship with China
Black Country and Staffordshire schools prepare for socially distanced reopening
Children returning to school next month will have no problem maintaining social distancing rules, an MP has said.
Trust chiefs lead unprecedented criticism of ‘disgraceful’ Cummings
Three trust chief executives have openly attacked the prime minister’s chief adviser Dominic Cummings for allegedly flouting the lockdown rules.
Government inquiry warns Australia bushfires not a ‘one-off event’
An inquiry into Australia's recent bushfires that scorched an area larger than most nations and displaced thousands opened Monday
Beijing vows to shield firms from US sanctions over Xinjiang
Beijing on Monday vowed to shield a Chinese government institute and eight companies sanctioned by the US over alleged human rights violations in the restive Xinjiang region, where China is accused of mass repression of mostly Muslim minorities. The US Department of Commerce announced the sanctions
Cops seize killer's phone
As police in Nova Scotia continue their investigation into a mass killing last month that claimed 22 lives, newly released documents reveal the RCMP recently seized and searched the killer's computer, cellphone, tablet and navigation devices.
'Once-in-a-decade-type' storm lashes 1,200 kms of Western Australia's coast
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm today for the second straight day.
The effect of GDPR two years on
Today marks the second anniversary of the introduction of the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Sex offenders, bullying and number plates: China's parliament proposals
As delegates gather in Beijing for the annual session of China's rubber-stamp parliament, some of them have put forward proposals for laws relating to a wide range of everyday matters.
In the Afternoon: Cloudy With Short-Term Precipitations
Today before noon over most of the country will be sunny with temporary increases in cloudiness over the eastern and southern regions. In the afternoon there will be cumulus and cumulonimbus clouds and in some places there will be short-term precipitations with thunder.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan, with about 16,600 confirmed cases and about 850 deaths, has so far avoided a large outbreak like those experienced in the US and the Europe despite its softer restrictions.
The Hill's Morning Report - Presented by Facebook - US death toll nears 100,000 as country grapples with reopening
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Police Flips Senior Crime Boss, Exposes Drugs, Weapons Smuggling Network, 60 Arrested
"Israel Police works on behalf of the Arab public as they do for every citizen in the land."
AP govt to disburse financial aid of Rs. 5000 to Priests, Pastors and Imams tomorrow
Andhra Pradesh: With the coronavirus taking the toll of mankind throughout the world, people are confined to homes amid lockdown without income.
Man in his 40s stabbed inside Derby shop
Police were called to Normanton Road
Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president
Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs showing the ruling party's candidate on track for victory following last week's poll.
'Double standards and hypocrisy': Hong Kong gov't rebukes foreign criticism over national security law plan | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
The Hong Kong government has rebuked concerns from foreign politicians over Beijing’s plan to impose national security laws in the city, calling it “alarmist speculation.” It came after a chorus of international criticism of China’s National People’s Congress decision to draft a law prohibiting secession, sedition and subversion in Hong Kong. The controversial laws may […]
BSEB Bihar Board matric results on May 26
Education News: Finally, the D-day has arrived. The fate of lakhs of studnets, who wrote their Class X papers from Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), would be dec
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19, says CMD
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital.Prof...
Pakistan plane crash: Probe raises new questions
The investigators were trying to establish why the pilots not once informed the ATC of any emergency, malfunction, engine failure or fire despite the visible problems the aircraft was facing, the report said, adding that it is rare to have so many technical problems at the same time. The ATC's conduct is also being probed.
NNPC says top management appointments on merit
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says professional competence, adherence to the principle of transparency and accountab
Chinese state media says new chopper drone may be deployed along India border
The AR500C unmanned chopper is equipped to carry out fire strikes and also disrupt electronic circuitry of its target at heights above 15,000 feet, the Chinese state media reported.
IAF to operationalise No.18 Squadron at Coimbatore
The Indian Air Force (IAF) will operationalise its No.18 Squadron at Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu on May 27, equipping it with the fourth generation LCA Tejas aircraft.
Singapore reports 344 new Covid-19 cases
Out of the new infected cases, 340 are foreign workers residing in dormitories, the health ministry said.
Pandemic Dining: Temperature Checks, Time Limits, and Dividers
The experience of eating out in Hong Kong illustrates what it’s like to visit a restaurant right now.
Beijing vows to shield firms from US sanctions over Xinjiang
Beijing on Monday vowed to shield a Chinese government institute and eight companies sanctioned by the US over alleged human rights violations in the restive Xinjiang region, where China is accused of mass repression of mostly Muslim minorities.
5-Year Old Flies Alone To Meet Mother!
BENGALURU: As the domestic air travel operations resumed from Monday nearly after two months because of COVID-19 lockdown, a five-year-old little boy travelled alone from from Delhi to Bengaluru and
States must seek permission to hire UP migrants, says Yogi Adityanath; govt sets up Migration Commission
He said all migrants who have returned to the state were being registered and their skills were being mapped by the administration.
Juan Williams: Justice Thomas seizes his moment in the Trump era
OPINION: The longest-serving justice on the current Supreme Court is in step with President Trump’s agenda.
China says virus pushing US ties to brink of 'Cold War'
China has said that its relations with the United States were "on the brink of a new Cold War," fuelled partly by tensions over the coronavirus pandemic that has killed nearly 350 000 people worldwide and pitched the global economy into a massive downturn.
UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip
LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic.
Covid-19 frontliners’ kids not being singled out, says Dr Noor Hisham of special childcare centres
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The children of Health Ministry (MOH) staff who work as Covid-19 frontliners are not being discriminated against, with plans to open special childcare centres for them, but such measures will be to give them special attention, Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham...
JK Rowling offers to pay annual salary of Tweeter who used Civil Service account to accuse Boris Johnson of being an 'arrogant, offensive truth-twister'
Author J.K. Rowling has offered to reward the person who responded to Boris Johnson's Downing Street briefing last night with a tweet slamming him for sticking up for Dominic Cummings.
Teacher misses pupils so much she goes on 18-mile run to visit each one
'It was lovely to see the kids.'
DP Ruto Blames Political Enemies Over Poisonous Food Distributed In Kikuyu Branded With His Name
Deputy President William Ruto has denied reports on social media that he distributed harmful relief food to Kikuyu residents last week.Kenyans woke on Monday to reports that several residents of t
Maharashtra: For weary migrants taking train home, a free meal & bottled water
Since May 13, when they began with providing packed meals to passengers on board six or seven trains, they have clocked more than one lakh meals in total for those boarding the trains alone.
Cyprus to deport 17 migrants suspected of terror links
NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Cyprus will deport 17 migrants who are being held on suspicion of having links to extremist groups or involved in acts of terror, the country's interior...
Hundreds stranded as Anambra, Delta govts shut boundary with iron barriers
This is coming after allegations that all the cases of COVID-19 discovered in Anambra involved persons that sneaked into the state from other areas recently.
Dog called Guardian refused to leave sister after she was killed on road
But there was a happy ending for the puppy, who has now been adopted.
TV Licence Charges for the Over-75s Back on for August
The introduction of paid TV licences for older folk who used to get access to the BBC for nothing is back on, with the broadcaster's director general saying the brown-letter demands may start hitting the tidy door mats of the nation's most senior citizens this August.
Basagan ng Trip with Leloy Claudio: Why Christians should protest
This discussion may shake your faith or make it stronger. Historian Leloy Claudio questions the tenets of some religions with Jayeel Cornelio and Rico Villanueva.
Coronavirus: Impoverished Indian migrant couple try to sell their two-month-old, amid lockdown
COVID-19 India: Tweeps say poverty in lockdown forced the couple to take the drastic step
Gardai break up brawl in Cork city as videos of mass fight on residential street examined
A string of serious public order incidents have plagued the city and suburbs over the weekend
Thailand enters global race for vaccine with trials on monkeys
More than 100 candidate vaccines are currently in various stages of development around the world, at least 8 of which are in clinical trials with humans, according to the World Health Organization
Memorial Day services in the Tampa Bay area and how to watch them
Monday is Memorial Day and we want to honor the fallen military troops, military veterans as well as those on active duty.
Man arrested in Waianae after punching 70-year-old in shoplifting attempt | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Honolulu police arrested a 38-year-old man after he allegedly shoplifted merchandise from a convenience store in Waianae and punched a 70-year-old man who attempted to stop him.
Centre debunks reports claiming low quality of PPEs
It also said that India has significantly ramped up its domestic production capacity of PPEs and N95 masks.
Off the News: Six feet of safety during hurricane | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
For once, most people already have much of their hurricane emergency kit in place — including the additions of masks and hand sanitizers.
Covid-19: Ghaziabad administration seals border with Delhi, only essential services allowed
In view of spurt in Covid-19 cases with travel history to Delhi, the Ghaziabad administration has decided to seal off its borders with the national ca
Scotland Govt Demands Boris Open the Borders to 'Enrich Society'
Scotland needs mass, low-skilled immigration to ‘enrich’ society and grow the economy, according to the country’s government.
Unease in Greece as restaurants, cafes reopen
Restaurants and cafes across Greece opened ahead of schedule Monday as the country prepared to launch a shortened tourism season vital to its economy.
Volkswagen ordered to compensate motorists in landmark ‘Dieselgate’ ruling
A German federal court judge ruled on Monday that Volkswagen has to pay compensation to motorists who purchased vehicles with manipulated diesel engines, a major blow for the carmaker in its home mar…
If States Want UP’s Migrant Workers Back, They’ll Have To Seek Our Permission: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
More than 23 lakh migrant workers have returned to UP from various parts of the country.
Vehicle knocks down power pole on Highway 4 near Port Alberni
A man and a woman were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Monday when the all-terrain vehicle they were riding left a logging road near the foot of Mount Washington.“It looks . . .
FULL TEXT: US treasury letter requesting probe of Akinwumi Adesina
The United States department of treasury said it has requested for an independent investigation into allegations levelled against Akinwumi Adesina.
Donald Trump, the Most Unmanly President
Why don’t the president’s supporters hold him to their own standard of masculinity?
TV Clip of Kids Lauding Nicola Sturgeon Removed After Comparisons to 'North Korea Propaganda'
Last week, Nicola Sturgeon announced that Scotland’s lockdown restrictions may be slightly relaxed as of next Thursday. Earlier in May, the Scottish First Minister...
Seven expats arrested in Oman for violations
The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has arrested seven expat workers for violating the decisions of the Supreme Committee in charge of dealing with COVID-19
One dies as two accidents occur on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
One person was confirmed dead and several others injured in two separate accidents on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday.Mr Clement Oladele,...
IAF’s Second LCA Tejas Squadron To Be Raised At Sulur Air Base With FOC Configuration Aircraft
The Indian Air Force (IAF) will raise the second squadron of the indigenously developed and manufactured aircraft LCA Tejas at the Sulur Air Base in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday (27 May), Hindustan Times has reported.
One more arrested in Nashik for threatening to kill Yogi Adityanath in bomb blast
Uttar Pradesh Police's social media help desk had received a WhatsApp message in which the sender threatened to kill CM Adityanath in a bomb blast.
Mike Pompeo is the number one evangelist of Trumpism in the world
When it comes to foreign policy, Pompeo’s penchant for undermining America’s credibility is top-notchDonald Trump’s disdain for the people, country and values his office is supposed to represent is unmatched in recent memory. And he has found in the secretary of state, Mike Pompeo, a kindred spirit who
Front runner: Evariste Ndayishimiye of the ruling CNDD-FDD, pictured at the party's final campaign rally on May 16
Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs showing the ruling party's candidate on track for victory following last week's poll. The National Independent Electoral Commission will unveil the outcome of
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Court of Appeal decision 'another disappointing day' for Ludlow family - Talk of the Town
The decision on Friday by the Court of Appeal to uphold a judgement by the High Court that refused the family of Seamus Ludlow the right to an inquiry into the Garda handling of the murder was “another disappointing day for the campaign”, according to local TD Ruairí Ó Murchú. Mr Ludlow was 47 when he was...Read More→
'Indians soar in the skies again,' tweets aviation minister Hardeep Singh Puri
All health protocols were being followed by officials for both the arriving as well as departing air passengers.International commercial passenger flight services remain suspended in India
Jacinda Ardern 'stays cool' as earthquake hits amid live telecast
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday
Moment angry farmer covers Mercedes in SLURRY after owner parked on his field 'to go to the beach'
The tractor driver fired muck all over the luxury car near a gate on his farm in Cornwall. A clip of the incident emerged after people flocked to the coast to enjoy the warm weather over the weekend.
Russia Demands Apology From Bloomberg Over Report About Putin's Low Trust Rating
Russia has demanded an apology from the Bloomberg news agency over a report it published about President Vladimir Putin's low trust rating among Russians.
Suspect arrested after man killed in Ayrshire ‘shooting’
A SUSPECT has been arrested after a man was killed in an alleged Ardrossan shooting. Paul Cairns, 42, died after the alleged firearms incident in the Ayrshire town yesterday. Armed cops and a force…
Andhra Pradesh Latest COVID-19 Updates
AMARAVATHI: Andhra Pradesh on Saturday reported 44 new cases of novel coronavirus on Sunday taking the state's tally to 2,671. According to the state health bulletin released on Monday, 10,240
Four strategies for rapid innovation during a crisis
The Covid-19 crisis has induced a sense of urgency for product innovations. As a vaccine or drug for the disease remains many months away, there is a surge in demand for ventilators, testing kits, pro
Primary school teacher runs 18 miles to see students because she 'misses them'
Sarah Wilson, 43, self-distanced as she chatted with more than 60 of her students from Fishergate Primary School in York one at a time - and managed to raise £1,000 for charity in the process
Pennsylvania diner hit with suspension order after reopening: The curve is flattened, Gov. Wolf has 'gone too far'
The owners of a York, Pennsylvania diner that reopened in defiance of state coronavirus shutdown orders called out Democrats Monday for going "too far" after the state temporarily revoked their license to operate.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Children Hit By Cyclone Amphan Even More Vulnerable To COVID-19
Children in India and Bangladesh are even more vulnerable to COVID-19 after Cyclone Amphan destroyed the homes and livelihoods of thousands of families.
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
Australia on Monday began the first hearings of a powerful inquiry into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, ...
Ukraine reports 12 enemy attacks in Donbas on May 24
According to intelligence data, two members of Russia-led forces were killed and another two were wounded on May 24.
China Defends Tariffs on Australia Barley’s as Relations Sour
China was “prudent” and “restrained” in its use of trade remedy measures according to the nation’s commerce minister, who defended the recent decision to impose anti-dumping duties on Australian barley as being based on evidence.
1m versus 2m: What experts say about social distancing
An abundance of caution will be cited by some for the two metre rule. Others argue it is too restrictive and not based on an official WHO/ECDPC position.
Spain to welcome foreign tourists back from July
Spain, on Monday, urged foreign tourists to return from July as one of Europe’s strictest lockdowns eased, with streets gradually filling
Hong Kong's security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as national laws loom
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong’s security and police chiefs said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing’s plans to introduce national security laws after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move.
Coronavirus: Impact of easing restrictions in the Republic 'to become clear this week'
The Minister for Health said it will become clear later this week whether the easing of restrictions has led to more cases of Covid-19 in the Republic.
Japan lifts state of emergency for Tokyo, 4 other prefectures
Japan lifted a nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy as government officials warned caution was still necessary to prevent another wave. "We had very stringent criteria for lifting the state of emergency. We have judged that we have met this," Prime…
Poland's president appoints new head of embattled top court
WARSAW, Poland — Polish President Andrzej Duda on Monday appointed a judge backed by the right-wing ruling party to be the new head of the Supreme Court, marking apparent victory in years of government efforts to take control of the court.
Dead Sea area leader: 'Cancel requirement to wear masks in schools' - Inside Israel
Megilot Regional Council Head spearheads initiative to cancel requirement to wear masks at school, for all children in hot areas.
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
Fuelled by three years of drought, which experts have attributed to climate change, hundreds of fires, some massive in size, burned across Australia's east coast for months before finally being extinguished in February.
Leaked Senate Talking Points Say Internet Surveillance Warrants Would Force FBI To Let Terrorists Bomb Things
Requiring federal agents to have "probable cause" to eavesdrop on the internet activities of American citizens poses a direct threat to national security and would force the FBI to stand by while terrorist plots unfold on U.S. soil, according to a leaked copy of talking points distributed to Senate ...
Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement, says UK police commissioner
Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.
NNPC says top management appointments on merit
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says professional competence, adherence to the principle of transparency and..
Trust chiefs lead NHS criticism of ‘disgraceful’ Cummings
Three trust chief executives have openly attacked the Prime Minister’s chief adviser Dominic Cummings for allegedly flouting the lockdown rules.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Many states said the logistics, costs and manpower needs are too great to test all residents and staff in a two-week window.
Holiday destinations abroad Scots could visit this year as countries ease lockdown
Popular tourist hotspots abroad are slowly easing lockdown measures.
Watch screams as violence sparks outside newsagents after axe attack on shop worker
A large group of men were seen kicking a man and striking him with batons in the middle of the road outside Zain News in Small Heath
Hopeful of returning to work, scores of migrants return home
A number of migrant workers, who have left from Maharashtra's Pune city for their native places after being rendered jobless due to the lockdown, are hopeful that the situation will normalise and they would be able to come back to work.
24-year-old Nigerian Damilola Arowolaju bags PhD in the US
A 24-year-old Nigerian man, Damilola Arowolaju, has bagged a PhD in Law from The George Washington University, in the United States of America. Damilola, who hails from Omuo Ekiti, in Ekiti East Local Government area of
Structure Fire Near the Santa Barbara Airport
The Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to a structure fire near the Santa Barbara Airport early Monday morning.
Government advisor warns 'people will die' after PM 'trashes' lockdown to save Cummings
Professor Stephen Reicher, a member of the SAGE group SPI-B, told the Mirror mixed messaging will mean fewer follow the rules adding: "If adherence falls, the infection will rise and people will die"
Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon
A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter....
Highway 4 closed near Port Alberni after vehicle hits power pole
A power pole was knocked down on Highway 4 this morning near Wattys Road just west of Port Alberni, closing both lanes. The fire department was called about 7 a.m., said Port Alberni Fire Chief . . .
'I Was Probably Best To Just Keep My Mouth Shut'
Former Cork hurler Seán Óg Ó hAilpín has opened up on his regrets surrounding the hurling strike in 2009 when the side went to war with their county board.
Lockdown hinders construction of road to Chhattisgarh's Maoist hot spot
Security forces had taken up the 35-km road project on a war footing, at least three CRPF camps had been set up on the stretch to create a security blanket for workers engaged in its construction
Trust to take over special school
An academy trust hopes to turn a special school around after it was rated inadequate by Ofsted and ordered to become an academy.
Father arrested for defiling own daughters aged 6 and 9 in Ondo
The Ondo State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on Sunday announced that operatives o
Venkaiah Naidu holds review meet with officials to discuss drinking water issue in Andhra Pradesh’s Udayagiri
Vice President of India, M Venkaiah Naidu held meeting with CEO of NITI Aayog, Secretary of Drinking Water and Sanitation, and Secretary.
The Abbas Comedy and the Ongoing Palestinian Tragedy
By insincerely again declaring that he is withdrawing from agreements with Israel, the Palestinian Authority leader is helping to perpetuate the conflict.
Coronavirus Bracelets Are Ready to Snitch on Workers
A crop of “new” body-worn devices issue alerts about hospital patients, the quarantined, people under house arrest, and workers who fail to social distance.
Alligator who survived Berlin WWII bombing dies at 84
An alligator that many believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo
'Own goals' cost Abe support even as coronavirus emergency lifted
TOKYO (Reuters) - A string of controversial missteps has slashed public approval ratings for Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to levels that could threaten to end his term early, even as he lifted a state of emergency after the rate of coronavirus infections declined.
Pelosi makes fans as Democrat who gets under Trump's skin
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) has assumed many roles for Democrats in the Trump era, from top campaign strategist and party spokeswoman, to impeachment chief and emblem of women's power.
Tripura distributes 26.88 lakh textbooks, preparations on to resume schools after lockdown
Earlier this month, the education minister said his government is contemplating to restart its schools from June 1 and resume academic activities in them from June 15.
READERS’ LETTERS: Untenable position but Dominic Cummings will stay
Sir, – Since lockdown was instigated grandparents have not seen grandchildren, people have died alone and funerals have been limited.
Afghan govt frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for second day
Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival.
Singapore's APL England loses cargo in heavy Australian seas
SYDNEY (Reuters) - A Singapore-flagged cargo ship lost at least 40 containers in deep waters off the coast of Sydney when they fell overboard in heavy seas, maritime officials said on Monday.
COVID-19 situation in Delhi under control, no unusual rise in cases due to relaxations: Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal has said that his government has managed to keep the situation in Delhi under control.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth of about 52 kilometres (32 miles) near Levin, about 90 kilometres north of Wellington, the US Geological Survey said.
Reports of sexual abuse of children triple during lockdown
The justice department receives nearly 280,000 reports from March to May. It blames telecommunications companies for not proactively blocking access to forms of online sexual exploitation of children
CBSE increases exam centres from 3000 to 15,000 for pending board papers: HRD Minister
CBSE increased its exam centres from 3000 to 15,000 now to ensure social distancing during board exams. The board exams will begin from July 1.
Buhari, family members observe Eid prayer inside Aso Villa
President Muhammadu Buhari and members of his family yesterday observed the Eid-El-Fitr prayer at the presidential quarters in line with the protocol
Kanini Kega accuses Ruto's team of spreading fake impeachment motion
"They should be careful what they wish for"
English woman calls Welsh 'a bunch of b*****ds' after being told to leave beach
The mother admitted she 'didn't realise Wales wasn't in England' and that different lockdown rules apply.
Shoppers line up as Ross Dress for Less stores reopens | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
If two months in isolation taught the Lutu family anything, it was this: They needed more forks.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Many states said the logistics, costs and manpower needs are too great to test all residents and staff in a two-week window.
NGT appoints committee to investigate Manali gas leak
Wants panel to find out whether emission standard of ammonia in the plant was within the limits
BREAKING Durham Police formally asked to investigate whether Dominic Cummings broke the law
Officers have been asked by the region's Police Commissioner to look into new allegations about the PM's top aide - including a sighting of him at Barnard Castle, 30 miles from where he was staying
Coronavirus lockdown: UPSRTC to restart operations soon, MHA nod awaited
"The start of operations and modalities will depend on the directions of the MHA and state government regarding the lockdown and its opening after May 31," he added
Three women a week killed by domestic violence during lockdown
The number of women killed by domestic violence has risen to three a week during lockdown, it has been revealed.
Hundreds cram into football stand for 'outdoor religious ceremony' in lockdown
Police were called after members of the public reported the large gathering of people not adhering to lockdown rules.
Coronavirus: Nobel winner attacks lack of British leadership
Britain has been left to play catch up and firefight its way through the coronavirus pandemic due to a “desperate” … Coronavirus: Nobel winner attacks lack of British leadership Read More »
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000
All 50 states in the US have relaxed coronavirus restrictions to some degree
Elderly lawyer dies of Covid-19, JK toll rises to 22
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Letters: Find better ways to track quarantined visitors; Pub owner struggles without help; Asian Americans face epidemic of racism | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The current efforts to enforce the 14-day quarantine by becoming more and more punitive are futile. Those who are law-abiding are not a problem. Those who are not, will find a way around the law.
Coronavirus: Arvind Kejriwal says situation under control despite rise in infections
The chief minister said that 117 private hospitals across the Capital have been asked to keep 20% of their beds reserved for coronavirus patients.
China Says Hong Kong Judiciary to Stay Independent Under New Law
China sought to reassure Hong Kong that its judiciary would remain independent under a new national security law, as concerns grow that the city may lose one of its key selling points for international companies.