Jailed for corruption, French executive’s story of U.S. justice fuels Chinese distrust of Western courts

Book written by Frédéric Pierucci becomes bestseller in China, training tool on doing business in Western markets

Wednesday’s coronavirus news roundup: Toronto releases map showing neighbourhoods hardest hit by COVID-19

Plus: Restaurants, bars, community centres to reopen in Manitoba next week; New Brunswick reports third new case of COVID-19 in Campbellton area;

The world’s most overweighted and underweighted stocks by active fund managers

Daily roundup of research and analysis from the The Globe and Mail’s market strategist Scott Barlow

Wednesday’s Insider Report: CEO cashes out $20-million as this stock rises to a record high

CEO of Franco-Nevada sells shares

Buyers coming off the sidelines in Toronto housing market

Advice for those thinking about rejoining the fray: ‘Get out as soon as you can’

Wednesday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades

Inside the Market’s roundup of some of today’s key analyst actions

Wednesday’s small-cap stocks to watch

Our roundup of Canadian small-caps of between $100-million and $2.5-billion in market capitalization making news and on the move today.

Landlords, renters have their plans frozen by pandemic

Some Ontario home buyers and sellers are discovering renters have incredible leverage over the fate of transactions, and some are willing to wield it

Market movers: Stocks that saw action on Wednesday - and why

Royal Bank of Canada and Bank of Montreal both rise in early trading after releasing disappointing quarterly results

Canadian dollar climbs to 2½-month high as EU recovery plan cheers investors

Loonie at 72.68 U.S. cents

New home construction could drop by as much as 75 per cent from early-year levels, CMHC warns

Work stoppages and restrictions on construction have slowed residential building, especially in Quebec and Ontario

Magic polenta with crunchy chopped salad taught me to love my Instant Pot

It is the play of hot and cold, of creamy against crisp, of salt against rich, of all these things working together and in opposition that brings the spark to the whole production

Police forces across Canada expand ballistics imaging efforts, driven by slowdown in RCMP testing

Ballistics imaging helps police determine if one gun was used in multiple shootings

Canadian researcher who falsified scientific data wins medical licence back

In a recent 3-2 decision, a disciplinary committee with Ontario’s medical regulator concluded Dr. Sophie Jamal had shown remorse, had been punished enough, and was at no risk to reoffend

The coronavirus sword falls heaviest on the weakest and smallest automakers

Even with factories and dealerships slowly opening back up, sales of new vehicles could take a long time to fully recover

Canadian soccer phenom Alphonso Davies sprinting toward stardom with Bayern Munich

Since leaving Vancouver, the 19-year-old Davies has turned heads and won fans at left back for Bayern Munich

Canada investigating alleged dumping of steel imports from five countries

Anti-dumping duties will be applied for an initial period of five years if the Canadian International Trade Tribunal subsequently concurs that the imports injured domestic producers

Wall Street frets as ‘unloved’ stock rally powers on

While the benchmark S&P 500 index has surged 34 per cent from its March lows and the Nasdaq Composite is just 6 per cent short of record highs, investors are more bearish than they have been in years

The pandemic won’t stop me from reaching out to strangers

I’m reminiscing of the time when stopping and chatting with neighbours was commonplace, rather than unusual, writes Madhu Chakola

Investors need to embrace ‘The Lobotomy Paradigm’ and how to build a portfolio for what comes next

A roundup of investment ideas for active investors

Ontario says more health providers can reopen including dentists, optometrists

The change comes as a result of a new order from the province’s chief medical officer of health

Opinion: Canada’s soldiers have provided a wake-up call for our long-term care system

Reports from the military on conditions in homes in Quebec and Ontario should be the last reform warnings we receive

Journalist Graydon Carter’s not-so-secret satirical identity

Carter’s nom de plume, Godfrey Daniel, is borrowed from a W.C. Fields gag in which the comedian invoked the name

Value hunting? This stock market has become mouth-wateringly cheap

Stocks in Hong Kong have become cheap as China tries to tighten its grip, but Beijing’s own self-interest suggests it won’t stamp out success

Fifteen TSX stocks that showed their mettle with first quarter earnings

Looking for companies that have reported consistent earnings in the last 30 days

Telecom growth on hold as pandemic cools demand

Rogers., Telus and BCE face stalled wireless subscriber growth and sharp drop in roaming revenues

U.S. surpasses 100,000 deaths from coronavirus

True death toll from the virus is widely believed to be significantly higher

Opinion: The pandemic has exposed the crack in our fiscal armour

Almost instantly, the COVID-19 downturn proved Canada’s EI system is too slow, too exclusionary and hardly up to task

Leafs eager for sprint to the finish line

Tavares says fans will be in for a treat with teams able to use their entire rosters

Furor against UK top aide lingers, could weaken lockdown compliance

Poll shows 2/3 Britons are less likely to follow pandemic rules after Prime Minister’s advisor drove 400km to visit a family farm

Torstar’s family trust sells near market bottom

After rejecting a series of higher bids, the five families are selling voting control of the 128-year-old company for $6-million

Trading strategy losses hurt banks’ capital markets profit

The Bank of Montreal and the Royal Bank of Canada reported worse than expected results due to market volatility

Alberta mulls bill that would limit energy project approval time

The bill is part of a continuing government evaluation of the Alberta Energy Regulator, which the United Conservatives say is crucial to speeding up project approvals in the province

Airline debt to balloon by 28% - Heavy new debt levels will weigh down recovery

GENEVA - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released an analysis showing that the airline industry’s global debt could rise to $550 billion by year-end. That’s a $120 billion increase over debt levels at the start of 2020. $67 billion of the new debt is composed of government loans ($50 billion), deferred taxes ($5 billion), and loan guarantees ($12 billion). $52 billion is from commercial sources including commercial loans ($23 billion), capital market debt ($18 billion), debt from new operating leases ($5

Coronavirus aftermath: Airlines to reel under massive debts; will weigh down recovery

With airlines across the globe remaining shut in the wake of coronavirus lockdown, the debt mount up will weigh heavily on carriers and may even hamper recovery.

Sunderland promotion rivals fear League One is running out of time to complete season

Portsmouth chief executive Mark Catlin says time will be against them, even if they can convince the rest of League One to play on

'Not sure how we get this done' – CEO fears time running out for League One clubs to finish season

A League One chief executive fears contract issues could put paid to clubs' hopes of completing the season

Ralph Lauren's (RL) CEO Patrice Louvet on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) Q4 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Corinna Van der Ghinst – Investor Relations Pat

CorVel Corporation's (CRVL) CEO Michael Combs on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

CorVel Corporation (NASDAQ:CRVL) Q4 2020 Results Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020, 11:30 AM ET Company Participants Michael Combs - President and CEO Brand

Educational Development Corporation (EDUC) CEO Randall White on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ:EDUC) Q4 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020, 04:00 PM ET Company Participants Randall White - Chairman, Pres

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation (BGFV) CEO Steve Miller on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation (NASDAQ:BGFV) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Steve Miller - President and CEO B

Ralph Lauren Earnings: RL Stock Ticks Lower On Q4 Misses

Ralph Lauren earnings on Wednesday have RL stock slightly lower after the company missed both EPS and revenue estimates from Wall Street.

Tractor Supply News: Why TSCO Stock Is Surging 8% Today

Tractor Supply (TSCO) is in the news Wednesday after revealing an incredibly strong outlook for the second quarter of 2020.

Tractor Supply Company Is Thriving

Tractor Supply offered Q2 update that is expecting record-breaking sales and earnings Fresh off a stellar Q1, the second quarter is supposed to easily trump tha

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact check warning, US president furious

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president ove…

Hezbollah chief rejects US pressure to beef up role of UN peacekeepers

The head of the Lebanese Shiite movement Hezbollah Tuesday rejected a US request to empower a UN peacekeeping force patrolling the border with Israel.

French parliament approves Covid-19 tracker as privacy watchdog gives green light

French lawmakers on Wednesday approved a government-backed cellphone app that will alert users if they have been in contact with a person infected by the coronavirus.

New Rochelle, home to NY’s first Covid-19 cluster, slowly reopens for business

The New York suburb of New Rochelle, home to one of the first coronavirus clusters in the US, began to slowly reopen for business on Tuesday. 

French economy to shrink by 20% in second quarter as recession deepens

France's economy is on course to contract 20% in the second quarter from the previous three months as the country emerges from a nationwide coronavirus lockdown, the INSEE official statistics agency…

Covid-19: Portugal hopes summer tourist season can be saved

Portugal has seen relatively few cases of coronavirus compared to its neighbours, but Covid-19 and the resulting lockdown have dealt a heavy economic blow. The country is highly dependent on tourism,…

French political power couple lose appeal against money-laundering conviction

The Paris Court of Appeal on Wednesday found veteran right-wing politicians Patrick and Isabelle Balkany guilty of money-laundering and sentenced them both to jail, sealing the power couple’s fall fr…

Historic SpaceX launch delayed by poor weather about 20 minutes before takeoff

SpaceX's landmark launch to the International Space Station was postponed Wednesday due to poor weather with around 20 minutes to go until takeoff. The next launch window is on Saturday.

Film show: Hollywood searches for alternative glam red carpet options amid Covid-19

Film critic Lisa Nesselson speaks to Eve Jackson about the week's film news, including coronavirus-safe red carpets, how to get the real cinema experience in your own home and the online retrospectiv…

Telephone campaigning, proxy voting: An unusual second round for France’s municipal elections

The second round of French municipal elections will be held on June 28, three and a half months after the first round. Covid-19 health sanctions mean that candidates still in contention will have to…

Pompeo: Hong Kong no longer warrants favourable trading terms under US law

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he had certified on Wednesday to Congress that Hong Kong no longer warranted special treatment under U.S. law in the same way that applied when the territory was s…

Special programme: Brazil, Latin America's Covid-19 epicentre

With Brazil's Covid-19 death toll surpassing 25,000, sometimes at the rate of more than 1,000 per day, the World Health Organization has declared it the "most affected" country in South America, the …

Cummings not going? UK PM Johnson stands by embattled adviser

No apology, no regrets from Dominic Cummings, Boris Johnson’s top adviser, who refuses to resign over a 264-mile trip home to the north in March, at the height of lockdown in the UK. Why is the prime…

Families could soon be able to see loved ones in nursing homes again under plans for outdoor visits

Families could soon be able to pay outdoor visits to relatives in nursing homes, under plans being discussed by government officials. The introduction of outdoor visits, while maintaining social distancing, is one option being discussed by the National Public Health Emergency Team. It comes amid growing concerns over the impact the current ban on all visits may be having on the mental health of care home residents across Ireland. Under the Irish government’s current schedule for lifting lockdown, visitors will not be allowed to return to nursing homes until June 29 at the earliest. However, Ireland’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr Tony Holohan, has said they are looking to find a “creative” solution to help elderly residents reconnect with loves ones. Advertisement He said: “These are people who are at advanced age in life and they are being cut off for extended periods of time from families. “And then the challenge that that has in maintaining not just their mental health but their physical health and mobility. “And…

Outdoor visits to nursing homes would be allowed under proposals to ease restrictions

NURSING home residents would be able to see family members outdoors under proposals for easing coronavirus visitor restrictions.

unc0ver tvOS Jailbreak 5.1.0 beta is now available for Apple TV HD and 4K

unc0ver tvOS jailbreak 5.1.0 beta tool is now available for download and works with Apple TV HD and 4K models.

Unc0ver for TV jailbreak for Apple TVs gets updated to a second beta

The unc0ver for TV jailbreak tool for Apple TV was updated to a second beta Wednesday morning after an initial release on Tuesday.

iOS 13.5 Stacked Up Against iOS 13.4.1 in a Speed Test Comparison – Video

If you're resisting to upgrade, here's how iOS 13.5 compares against iOS 13.4.1 in a speed test comparison on older and new iPHone models/

Downgrades from iOS 13.5 halted as Apple stops signing iOS 13.4.1

Apple is no longer signing iOS 13.4.1, a move that prevents iPhone and iPad users from downgrading from the newly released iOS 13.5 firmware.

iOS 14 concept envisions a bold use of widgets on the Home screen

A new concept envisions just how exciting widgets on the iOS 14 Home screen could be.

Stunning iOS 14 Concept Imagines Widgets on Home Screen and Why We Need Them

Check out this stunning new iOS 14 concept, showcasing widgets on home screen with easier controls and functions. Check out the video.

'He was not just a number, he was a person' - Durban family's heartache after dad dies of Covid-19

Durban resident Anton Harman lived a good, normal life before he succumbed to Covid-19 after nearly a month on a ventilator in hospital.

Durban family shares their heartache after dad dies of Covid-19

Durban resident Anton Harman lived a good, normal life before he succumbed to Covid-19 after nearly a month on a ventilator in hospital.

Mixed reaction from spiritual leaders to relaxed rules for religious gatherings

Religious leaders are aware of the dangers - 'we don't want our churches to be gateways to the grave,' said one.

Lockdown: Mixed reaction from religious leaders to relaxed rules for gatherings

There is mixed reaction to President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement that religious gatherings of up to 50 people will be permitted as the country braces itself for the Covid-19 peak.

Hijacked truck transporting soup and sanitisers worth R10m recovered

Police arrested eight suspects and they will appear at the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court.

Cops recover truck hijacked while transporting soup and sanitisers, 8 arrested

Gauteng police have arrested eight people and have recovered a truck, believed to have been hijacked in Midrand while transporting soup and hand sanitisers.

Level 3 briefing delays are due to new church regulations – Jackson Mthembu

He said the government’s National Coronavirus Command Council’s briefing would go ahead on Thursday at 2pm.

Lockdown Level 3: Mthembu says briefing delays are to allow for new church regulations

Minister Jackson Mthembu has explained the resons behind the continued delays in media briefings on lockdown Level 3.

SA’s testing constraints due to global demand for test kits – Mkhize

He said that in the first week after the virus had reached South Africa, 35 tests were done per day; now the average was 15,000 per day.

Mkhize: Global demand for Covid-19 kits hampering testing in SA

"Constraints beyond our control" are hampering South Africa's Covid-19 testing, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said during a National Assembly meeting.

Pick n Pay outlet, 8 other stores in Gauteng closed for contravening regulations

A Pick n Pay outlet, seven stores owned by foreign nationals and a butchery were closed by Gauteng MEC Faith Mazibuko for contravening the law.

Pick n Pay outlet, 8 other Gauteng stores closed for contravening regulations

The Pick n Pay outlet, situated at Evaton Mall, was found selling rotten meat and expired food items.

Lagarde: It’s even worse than we thought

ECB president supports more public spending as milder economic predictions are ‘out of date.’

European Commission proposes €750B EU recovery package

‘Today we face our very own defining moment,’ Ursula von der Leyen says.

China hits back at call in Belgian parliament for COVID-19 inquiry

Chinese ambassador to Belgium, Cao Zhongming, hit back at attempts to ‘stigmatize’ China over the outbreak.

Dominic Cummings’ name blocked by Twitter anti-porn filters

Boris Johnson aide’s name falls foul of digital censors.

Germany’s Scholz sees recovery fund as more than money

German finance minister talks to POLITICO about the need to look beyond national economies to make an EU that can work for decades to come.

Sebastian Kurz cautious on Commission’s €750B recovery blueprint

Austrian chancellor, a leader of EU’s frugal faction, tells POLITICO he sees some positives in proposal.

5 takeaways as Boris Johnson faced MP supergroup

British prime minister may not sign up to a repeat performance any time soon.

EU’s diplomatic service launches probe over China disinformation leak

MEP asks foreign policy chief to provide evidence for claims against EEAS staffer.

Merkel: No budget deal in June, but must come by fall

Chancellor cautions she expects ‘difficult’ negotiations ahead.

Merkel vows a ‘tough fight’ with Brussels over Lufthansa rescue

Merkel and Vestager brace for a fight over how far Berlin can go to save its flag carrier.

All nursery and primary schools in Belgium to reopen in June

Classes start on June 2 for children at nursery schools, and a week later for primary schools.

Medicare Recipients May Get Insulin at $35 Per Month

Beginning next year, people on some Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage Plans who need insulin will be able to access the lifesaving medication for just $35 a month, according to a new plan announced by the White House.

Regina King Is Stronger Than Ever

Regina King is at the top of her game, playing complex female characters and receiving accolades for her work.

COVID-19 Virus Found in Stool May Be Infectious

A new study has shown that COVID-19 virus isolated from the stool of a sick patient can infect cells in a petri dish -- a step toward proving that this might be a new route of transmission for the infection with the coronavirus.

Take 10 With Daveed Diggs

Singer and actor Daveed Diggs answers 10 questions.

Uncles, Aunts May Increase Child's Odds for Autism

A child with an uncle or aunt with autism appears to have a more than doubled risk of being diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder themselves, a new U.S. government-funded study reports.

'Silent' COVID-19 More Widespread Than Thought

A new cruise ship study suggests that the number of people who are infected with the new coronavirus but have no symptoms may be much higher than believed.

Football rumours from the media

Xherdan Shaqiri and Willian could be on the move.

Football rumours from the media

Xherdan Shaqiri and Willian could be on the move.

Robinsons squash buoys Britvic as sales hit by pub closures

Sales of child-friendly brand Fruit Shoot were affected by the lockdown, the company said, as people stayed at home.

Robinsons squash buoys Britvic as sales hit by pub closures

Sales of child-friendly brand Fruit Shoot were affected by the lockdown, the company said, as people stayed at home.

Mini Countryman facelift revealed ... and SA engine range trimmed

Mini has revealed its facelifted Countryman, with the British firm’s local arm confirming the engine range will comprise two petrol variants at launch.

New Mini Countryman gets updated styling and less polluting engines

Popular SUV has been refreshed, but it’s more evolution than revolution.

Lockdown loan secures future of Roman fort trust

The Vindolanda Charitable Trust relies on cash brought in by visitors, many from overseas, who come every year to see the Hadrian’s Wall landmark.

Lockdown loan secures future of Roman fort trust

The Vindolanda Charitable Trust relies on cash brought in by visitors, many from overseas, who come every year to see the Hadrian’s Wall landmark.

UN chief deplores lack of ceasefire during virus

Since the call by Antonio Guterres in March for ceasefires, announcements backing the end of fighting have been made in countries including Afghanistan, the Philippines and Cameroon, but conflicts have continued to rage in Libya, Yemen and elsewhere.

UN chief deplores lack of ceasefire during virus

United Nations, United States | AFP | UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday bemoaned the failure to heed his call for a ceasefire in conflicts around the world to aid the fight against COVID-19. “A global ceasefire would create conditions for a stronger response to the pandemic and the delivery of humanitarian aid to the most vulnerable people,” he said. …

U.N. chief deplores lack of ceasefire during virus

Conflicts have continued to rage in Libya, Yemen, and elsewhere

Biden on His 'Ain't Black' Comment: Charlamagne tha God 'Was Being a Wise Guy'

Tuesday on CNN's "Situation Room," presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden addressed telling radio host Charlamagne tha God that black voters who have trouble deciding whether to support him or President Donald Trump "ain't black." | Clips

WATCH: Biden Attempts to Flip the Script and Blame Charlamagne for His Racist 'Ain't Black' Comments

Wow.

Round-up | Restrictions continue in Kashmir

Restrictions continue in Kashmir | In wake of COVID-19 lockdown, the restrictions on public movement and assembly continued in Kashmir even as no major law and order problem was reported

Airline Round-Up In Coronavirus

The unprecedented decline in demand for air travel has investors nervous. While there is no historical event that provides a direct predictive model as to deman

Empress Of Is Redefining What the Latinx Experience Sounds Like

Her latest project, I'm Your Empress Of, explores the aspects of her life and identity that have ultimately shaped her sound.

In a Rare Move, Kensington Palace Refutes a New Kate Middleton Cover Story

The article in question has been called a "false misrepresentation" of the duchess.

Brad Pitt Loves That His Daughter Shiloh "Stays True to Herself" as She Turns 14

The Oscar winner reportedly is "so proud" of her.

Susan Lucci on How Her 103-Year-Old Mother Inspired Her to Fight the COVID-19 Nursing Home Crisis

In an exclusive interview, Lucci and AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins discuss the challenges facing America's nursing homes amid the coronavirus pandemic—and what readers can do to help loved ones in care facilities.

Body found in river may be that of missing Oklahoma child

TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Police in Tulsa said Wednesday that a body found in a river in eastern Oklahoma is believed to be that of a 3-year-old girl who disappeared Friday with her younger brother.Officer Jeanne Pierce said the body believed to be that of Miracle Crook was found Tuesday night in the Arkansas River about 40 miles (64 kilometers) southeast of Tulsa.“We don't know 100% it was her. We're waiting on the (medical examiner) for that. It most likely is her,” Pierce said.Miracle and 2-year-old Tony Crook were last seen on security video walking alone outside their apartment complex toward a creek. The children were dressed only in diapers.

Body found in river may be that of missing Oklahoma child

TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Police in Tulsa said Wednesday that a body found in a river in eastern Oklahoma was believed to be that of a 3-year-old girl who disappeared Friday with her younger brother, while the search expanded for the boy's body.Officer Jeanne Pierce said the body believed to be that of Miracle Crook was found Tuesday night in the Arkansas River about 40 miles (64 kilometers) southeast of Tulsa in Muskogee County.“We don't know 100% it was her. We're waiting on the (medical examiner) for that. It most likely is her,” Pierce said.The body was spotted in the river by an off-duty deputy, said Muskogee County Sheriff Chris Elliott. County emergency management officials recovered it.

Body of 5-year-old boy who went missing on Memorial Day found in Calif. river

After an exhaustive overnight search, a family member spotted the boy’s body floating in the water.

Pandemic slows electric vehicle revolution due to lithium battery shortage

The coronavirus pandemic has paused the electric vehicle revolution, forcing producers of lithium into survival mode with output cuts.

SmartRent raises $60 million to manage connected buildings

SmartRent, which furnishes apartment units with smart home devices and access control systems, has raised a $60 million round.

App Annie: Mobile gaming will widen its lead over console and PC titles in 2020

As the pandemic rages on, mobile gaming and apps are a kind of salve. So much so, 2020 will be a blockbuster year for smartphone content.

Google now lets merchants accept bookings for online services

Google is introducing a handful of new features and tools to help businesses transition from the physical to virtual worlds.

Baidu open-sources Paddle Quantum toolkit for AI quantum computing research

Tech giant Baidu has released Paddle Quantum, a toolkit for AI quantum computing research that's available in open source on GitHub.

Docker hopes to resurrect its fortunes with new developer focus

Docker kicks off its annual developers conference this week as the company tries to demonstrate that its turnaround strategy is gaining momentum.

Spike Trap: Animal Crossing and Warzone surged on social in different ways

Animal Crossing: New Horizons surpassed all other games as the leader in social engagement during March as shelter-in-place rules began.

U.S. funds AI project to enable millisecond-level 5G spectrum sharing

The Department of Defense is backing an initiative that will enable some 5G spectrum to be efficiently shared by multiple users on a millisecond basis.

Autonomous car company Aurora increases hiring amid industry struggles

Autonomous vehicle startup Aurora committed to hiring employees as it welcomes new executive hires and interns and crosses the 500-employee mark.

Google’s federated analytics method could analyze end user data without invading privacy

Google's federated analytics techniques, which power features like Now Playing, could be used to analyze end user data without invading privacy.

MeetinVR launches online VR meetings with ‘superpowers’

We can probably agree that Zoom meetings, while vital during the lockdown, aren't thrilling. So MeetinVR is taking those meetings into VR.

Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition makes Xenoblade Chronicles 2 look bad

I wasn't looking forward to Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, largely because my opinion of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has soured so much.

Level Ex upgrades surgery games to virtually train doctors to treat COVID-19

Level Ex, the maker of surgery games popular with medical professionals, has released new levels that virtually train doctors to treat COVID-19.

More peacekeeping operations, fewer troops in 2019: Report

The number of multilateral peace operations, both by the UN and others, rose by just one to 61, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

Twitter calls out US President Donald Trump, he responds

Twitter had on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by Trump.

In Wuhan, swab samples are being mixed to carry out quick group tests

The mass testing is part of China’s efforts to fortify against a potential “second wave” after a cluster of cases emerged in a residential community earlier this month.

Anthony Fauci says coronavirus vaccine in 2020 viable

U.S. fatalities approached the 100,000 level, though infections rose at the slowest pace since March and President Donald Trump unveiled plans to increase testing.

PM Boris grilled on adviser row but won’t budge

Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced forensic questions on the conduct of his controversial chief adviser Dominic Cummings from members of the Liaison Committee of the House of Commons on Wednesday.

5 killed in fire at Bangladesh coronavirus treatment tent

Fire swept through a tent set up outside a hospital in an upscale area of the Bangladeshi capital to treat people infected with the coronavirus, killing five people, an official said Wednesday.

Crude oil futures up 0.62%, WTI trades above $34 a barrel

In the futures market, crude oil for June delivery touched an intraday high of Rs 2,606 and an intraday low of Rs 2,544 per barrel on MCX.

WTI attempts a bounce above $34 mark ahead of API data

WTI (July futures on Nymex) witnessed a quick bounce from daily lows of 33.52 and regained the 34 handle in the last hour, now consolidating above the

Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump today threatened China with fresh tariffs as he stepped up his attacks on Beijing over the coronavirus crisis, saying he had seen evidence linking a Wuhan lab to the contagion. The diatribe from the Republican incumbent came as data showed the United...

Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs

Trump is increasingly making Beijing's handling of the outbreak a major issue for his November re-election campaign.

Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs

Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs

Alarm As Mathare Accounts For 33 Of 123 New Cases Of Covid-19 Confirmed In Kenya

Kenya has confirmed 123 new cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) in the last 24 hours raising the national tally to 1,471.Addressing the nation during the daily Covid-19 update from Afya Hous

123 new cases of coronavirus confirmed

Coronavirus cases hike to 1471 after 123 test positive

Covid-19 cases explode in Mathare - VIDEO

3,077 samples tested in last 24 hours, Health minister Kagwe says.

Senegal to continue chloroquine virus treatment

Senegal will continue treating COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a senior health official said on Wednesday, despite recent evidence

Senegal to continue chloroquine virus treatment

Senegal will continue treating COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a senior health official said on Wednesday, despite recent evidence that the anti-malarial drug is harmful.

COVID-19: Chloroquine trial to continue in Nigeria - The Nation Nigeria

Nigeria will continue with the solidarity trial of chloroquine for COVID-19 treatment, the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration ...

Denmark residents sue over laws for dismantling 'ghettos'

STOCKHOLM — A group of Copenhagen residents sued the Danish government Wednesday over legislation that authorized dismantling neighbourhoods designated as “ghettos,” arguing that the measures discriminate on the basis of ethnicity and should be overturned in court.

Denmark Residents Sue Over Laws for Dismantling ‘Ghettos’

A group of Copenhagen residents sued the Danish government Wednesday over legislation that authorized dismantling neighborhoods designated as "ghettos," arguing that the measures discriminate on the basis of ethnicity and should be overturned in court.

Family demands murder charges after police killing of handcuffed African American

The family of an African American man killed by Minneapolis police while handcuffed in custody demanded Wednesday that the officers be charged with murder.

Family demands murder charges after police killing of handcuffed African American

The family of an African American man killed by Minneapolis police while handcuffed in custody demanded Wednesday that the officers be charged with murder.

Mafia 3: Definitive Edition’s Xbox One X enhancement is actually 900p

The recent release of Mafia 3 Definitive Edition has been borked on Xbox One X as the promised 4K enhancement turns out to be a low 900p.

Mafia 3: Definitive Edition is missing Xbox One X enhancements — 2K working on a fix

Mafia III: Definitive Edition is currently missing Xbox One X enhancements and is not running at the "full 4K" the Microsoft Store is advertising. 2K says it is "working to restore support".

On Call, PM Modi Discusses Economic Impact of Coronavirus With Sri Lankan PM Mahinda Rajapaksa

During the telephonic interaction, PM Modi assured Rajapaksa that India stands ready to extend all possible support to Sri Lanka during this challenging time.

PM Narendra Modi congratulates Sri Lankan PM Rajapaksa on completing 50 years as a parliamentarian

"Prime Minister spoke today to Mahinda Rajapaksa, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, to congratulate him on having completed 50 years since his first entering the Parliament of Sri Lanka," an official statement said.

Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake believes team can compete for NFC West title for years to come

The Cardinals are cellar-dwellers no more, as the team that has been residing in the NFC West’s basement has climbed out of there with what looks to be a successful rebuild. Arizona completel…

Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake prepares for big workload after David Johnson trade

May 27 (UPI) -- Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake said he has been working on his body this off-season so he can handle a large workload in 2020.

For Sale: The First Printing of 'The Star-Spangled Banner'

A celebration of freedom, published next to advertisements for the slave trade.

Kelly Clarkson Sings ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ For NASA’s Attempted Launch America On Wednesday

Kelly Clarkson was "over the moon" to take part in NASA's attempted launch on Wednesday. The singer, 38, helped NASA launch SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station on Wednesday by singing the American National Anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner". From her home in Montana, Clarkson virtually performed the number during the livestreamed event.…

Constable from Dadar police station succumbs to COVID-19, death toll mounts to 13 in Mumbai police

A police constable attached to the Dadar police station, who would have turned 55 after a month to become eligible for exemption from duty, succumbed to COVID-19 infection on Tuesday evening

Another death in Mumbai Police ranks; toll now 13

A 54-year-old head constable posted in central Mumbai became the 13th COVID-19 fatality in the Mumbai Police on Tuesday.The head constable, who was just a few months short of falling in the high-risk

43-year-old woman sanitation worker found dead in lift at St Georges Hospital

The body of a 43-year-old woman sanitation staffer at the St George's Hospital near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Railway Terminus was found in a lift at the hospital under mysterious circumstances on Wednesday morning.

St. George Hospital nurse dies in freak lift accident

A 43-year-old nurse with St. George Hospital died in what seems to have been a freak accident on the hospital premises on Wednesday. According to the MRA Marg police, the deceased, identified as Geeta

Under-trial found hanging in cell at Taloja jail

An under-trial was found hanging in his prison cell at the Taloja jail early on Wednesday morning in what appears to be a suicide.

Undertrial found dead in Taloja jail

An undertrial at Taloja jail was found dead in the toilet attached to his cell on Wednesday. Balu Gadsinge (33) was in the jail since 2019 in connection with four separate cases. He was arrested for t

Storms postpone return of human spaceflight from U.S.

ORLANDO, Fla., May 27 (UPI) -- NASA and SpaceX postponed the agency's historic return to human spaceflight from U.S. soil Wednesday because of storms near Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Watch live: Storms postpone return of human spaceflight from U.S.

ORLANDO, Fla., May 27 (UPI) -- NASA and SpaceX postponed the agency's historic return to human spaceflight from U.S. soil Wednesday because of storm clouds at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Today marks the return of human spaceflight from US soil

When NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken blast off from Florida's Cape Canaveral in a SpaceX Crew Dragon Wednesday, it will be the first time Americans once again will launch from U.S. soil since 2011.

Indore: Patanjali's plea for Ayurvedic medicine trials raises eyebrows

Patanjali’s plea for Ayurvedic medicine trials raises eyebrows

Former chief minister Digvijaya Singh said he was surprised after reading reports which claimed that Indore District Collector Manish Singh gave the nod to Patanjali without the approval of the country's Drug Controller.

4 new COVID-19 cases in UP's Gautam Buddh Nagar, total 366

Four more people, including a four-year-old girl, tested positive for coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar on Wednesday, pushing the total number of COVID-19 cases in the district to 366, officials said. Also, nine people were discharged from hospitals after recovery from COVID-19,

Four new COVID-19 cases in UP’s Gautam Buddh Nagar, total 366

"On Wednesday, four people have been found positive for COVID-19 and total positive cases till date stand at 366. Nine patients were discharged on Wednesday and a total 253 patients have recovered so far. There are 108 active cases now," District Surveillance Officer Sunil Dohare said.

Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test

Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test. The swab samples of the pangolin has been collected for the coronavirus test

Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test

The Centre for Wildlife Health in Bhubaneswar was contacted to facilitate the process, she said adding that efforts are on to ascertain how the pangolin found its way into the quarantine centre.

Jio Fiber Offers Double Monthly Data to Annual Subscribers

The most premium Jio titanium fiber plan now offers huge 15,000GB monthly data benefits with new additional data from the annual plan.

Reliance Jio now offers monthly double data benefits to Jio Fiber broadband subscribers; here are all the plans

Coming to the Jio Fiber Diamond plan it now provides annual subscribers with 4,000 GB of high-speed monthly data benefits.

Use of high-THC cannabis doubles risk for anxiety disorders

May 27 (UPI) -- Users of marijuana and other cannabis products with high levels of THC are four times more likely to abuse the drug and nearly twice as likely to develop anxiety disorders, a study published Wednesday by JAMA Psychiatry has found.

Risk of anxiety disorder, associated problems increases drastically in users of high-potency cannabis

Users of high-potency cannabis are four times more likely to report associated problems, and twice as likely to report anxiety disorder, than users of lower-potency strains, according to new research from the University of Bristol.

COVID-19 lockdown: Tourism ministry extends validity of approval, classification of hotels till June end

Due to the postponement of inspection work and application scrutiny during the lockdown period, it has decided to allow six months' relaxation or extension to all categories of tour operators.

Corona Relief For Hospitality Industry: Validity Of Approval, Classification Of Hotels Extended Until June-End 

This breather, however, comes with certain riders such as approvals expiring during the lockdown period, among others

State-owned Chinese company bids to build second UK nuclear plant

The company is blacklisted in the US and its application has created more headaches for UK PM Boris Johnson.

Chinese and French State-owned Enterprises Bid to Construct UK's Second Nuclear Reactor in UK

As the United Kingdom looks to revive its economy as it emerges from the coronavirus pandemic and pursues trade agreements after formally withdrawing from the European...

Songs From Northern Torrance is Joyce Manor At Their Weirdest

This compilation is proof that Joyce Manor have changed throughout the years, but they're still the same bizarre punks we loved a decade ago.

Joyce Manor Announce New Compilation Album, Songs From Northern Torrance

Listen to House Warning Party, taken from Joyce Manor's upcoming rarities album.

Japandroids Announce New Live Album, Share Video for "Heart Sweats"

We could all use some more live music right now.

Japandroids Announce New Live Album And Share Video For Heart Sweats

Watch Japandroids' new video for Heart Sweats, taken from their upcoming live album Massey Fucking Hall.

Delhi records hottest day in May in 18 years at 46 degrees Celsius

The weather station at Palam, Lodhi Road recorded 47.6 degrees Celsius – six degrees above normal – falling in the severe heat wave category.

Delhi sizzles at 46 degrees amid severe heatwave, records Tuesday as hottest in May since 2002

However, Delhi is expected to get some respite from the stifling heat on May 28 due to a fresh Western Disturbance and easterly winds at lower levels.

Taliban reacts to release of 900 prisoners of the group by Afghan government

The Taliban group reacted to the release of 900 prisoners of the group by the Afghan government, calling it ‘a good progress’.

Released Taliban Prisoners Say the War Should End

Some released Taliban prisoners claimed they would choose peace and stability "at least for now," as 328 of them were released from the Pul-e-Charkhi prison on Tuesday.

Hundreds more Taliban prisoners freed on last day of Afghan truce

Afghanistan authorities say they released about 900 Taliban prisoners across the country, approximately 600 of them from the notorious Bagram jail near Kabul

Allow reopening of religious places: Yediyurappa appeals to Centre

Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting that Karnataka be allowed to reopen temples, mosques, churches and other religious places.

Coronavirus: Karnataka wants to reopen religious places from June 1, Yediyurappa writes to PM Modi

The chief minister said lots of permissions are needed before opening up.

Watch: No major fires raging in Uttarakhand, says forest department conservator

‘Firefighters are controlling the isolated incidents of forest fires that have been reported.’

'No Massive Forest Fires in Uttarakhand': Forest Department Clarifies Fake News

As it reportedly 'rained in some parts of the state' on Wednesday, Uttarakhand Forest Department calls out fake news and 'old and wrong visuals' about forest fires being shared on social media

There was a strong reaction to Paul Mescal’s portrayal of mental health in Normal People last night

The beautifully poignant scene has tugged on heartstrings of viewers all over the world and raised some vital mental health awareness during these strange times.

Paul Mescal's Acting In Last Night's Normal People Came From A Very Real Place

While the sexual content of 'Normal People' might have provided fodder for Liveline callers, the programme's depiction of contemporary masculinity and the crisis in ma...

People are praising mental health's portrayal in Normal People

Last night saw Episode of Normal People air on RTÉ, and the reaction online has been overwhelmingly positive. Without spoiling too much, Episode 10 of Norma

Paul Mescal living in London flat with Irish 'Normal People' co-star India Reynolds

Paul Mescal and fellow Irish actor India Mullen, who met on the set of Normal People, have moved into a flat together in London after striking up a friendshi...

China lodges strong protest over BJP MPs’ virtual attendance at Taiwan event

On two BJP MPs, Meenakshi Lekhi and Rahul Kaswan, sending video messages to the President of Taiwan, China said such congratulatory message by such elected representatives was “utterly wrong”.

India’s weekly unemployment rate continues to be over 24%: CMIE

As on May 25, India’s average unemployment stood at 24.5 per cent, where urban unemployment was at 26.3 per cent and rural at 23.7 per cent.

Mumbai accounts for over 62% cases in Maharashtra: How can worst-hit Indian city stop spread of coronavirus

With 1,002 new cases on Tuesday, the number of those infected by coronavirus reached 32,791 in Mumbai. As numbers continue to rise, what is the plan to prevent the further spread of coronavirus, which has ravaged India’s financial capital? BMC Commissioner answers.

Rival groups clash in Kolkata locality over no power supply, Trinamool MLA beaten up, party blames BJP

Two rival groups in Kolkata's Metiabruz clashed on Tuesday over no electricity and water supply in the minority-dominated area. A Trinamool MLA was badly injured in the clashes and the party blamed BJP.

Watch: Armed with loudspeakers, masks and advice for morning walkers, cops reach Delhi parks

As people came out for a walk in Delhi on Wednesday morning, cops used speakers to advise people regarding social distancing norms. Police told people that legal action could be taken against them if they don't follow social distancing norms.

Railways want to be super spreader in Kerala: Minister Thomas Isaac slams Centre, asks ministry to stop ranting

Hitting out at the Centre, Kerala Finance Minister Thomas Isaac said the Railways wanted to be a super spreader in Kerala. He said a train came from Mumbai last week, but the state was informed only after train started.

Watch IAF chief RKS Bhaduria fly Tejas fighter as air force inducts 2nd LCA squadron

Air Force Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flew the LCA Tejas fighter on Wednesday at Air Force Station Sulur in Tamil Nadu.

Himachal Congress leader, 3 councillors booked for obstructing cremation of coronavirus patient

The Congress leader has been identified as Mandi district chief of Mahila Congress Suman Chaudhary who along with three councillors and 16 others have been booked under various sections of IPC and Epidemic Disease Act.

Indian automakers bleed as lockdown continues, zero domestic sales in April

All major carmakers operating in India -- Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra and Mahindra, Hyundai, MG Motor and Toyota Kirloskar -- reported zero domestic sales in April, making it a washout for automakers in the country. 

Exclusive: PM Modi may announce Lockdown 5.0 on Mann Ki Baat, ease restrictions in most of India

Prime Minister Modi is likely to speak on Lockdown 5.0 after the current lockdown ends on May 31. PM Modi will address the nation on May 31 in his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat.

Exclusive: Latest images show China's war threat may not be rhetoric

Fresh images from the European Space Agency show signs of movement in the Aksai Chin region as late as the third week of this month.

Uddhav govt stable, allies met CM over Covid-19: Maharashtra minister Shinde

Maharashtra minister and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde has dismissed the speculation that allies are unhappy with CM Uddhav Thackeray over handling of Covid-19. Divyesh Singh reports

Aap ko bodies mil gyi hain? Callous attitude of PIA deepens wounds of Pakistan plane crash victims' kin

A Twitter user, Adil Rahmaan, who lost both his parents, Fazal and Walida Rahmaan in the Karachi plane crash shared how PIA officials were harassing the grieving kin of the deceased, constantly calling them up and asking inconsiderate questions. 

Amphan has gone but why Mamata Banerjee is still nervous

It was on Wednesday last week that Amphan hit West Bengal leaving a trail of devastation. People are hitting street protesting against Mamata Banerjee government. She has to face election next year.

Denver: Yuvraj Singh names favourite 'Money Heist' character after Shane Warne reveals his love for the show

Shane Warne cannot wait to watch the fifth season of a popular Spanish web series Money Heist as he revealed on the social media.

Exclusive: Nepal Foreign Minister Gyawali confident new map will pass parliament test, India keeps a close eye

Nepal's parliament could not vote today on the new map released by its government recently. In an exclusive chat, Nepal Foreign Minister Gyawali told India Today's Geeta Mohan that parliament will pass the bill soon.

Coronavirus lockdown: Kerala to open liquor shops from tomorrow

The Kerala government has lauched the BevQ mobile app for virtual queue management of the liquor sale.

Assam floods: Over 2.71 lakh affected, rivers flow above danger level | 10 points

Over 2.15 lakh people have been affected alone in Goalpara district followed by 22,332 people in Nalbari district.

Lockdown has made people mentally unstable: Sakshi reacts sharply to #DhoniRetires and then deletes tweet

Sakshi Singh came up with a sharp response to rumours of MS Dhoni's retirement on social media. Minutes after her tweet went viral, she deleted it.

Coronavirus: Verstappen and Norris team up for virtual 24 Hours of Le Mans

The virtual 24 Hours of Le Mans will see Red Bull's Max Verstappen and Lando Norris of McLaren join forces for Team Redline.

Verstappen and Norris at the start of the virtual 24 hours of Le Mans

For the time being, real racing has come to a standstill, so we have to make do with the classics in the virtual racing world. One advantage is that we can see Max Verstappen in action during the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Esports News: F1 drivers Verstappen and Norris to share LMP2 car in Virtual Le Mans

Formula 1 drivers Max Verstappen and Lando Norris will team up at the Virtual Le Mans 24 Hours, sharing an LMP2 car for sim race outfit Team Redline

Manchester United have hinted at a change in their transfer approach

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking to strengthen his team this summer and has already spoken about how he will do it.

Manchester United take out £140million loan in summer transfer hint

Manchester United have taken out a £140million loan that could finance moves for new players for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Benjamin Mendy sends warning to Man City teammate Kevin De Bruyne

Benjamin Mendy's Manchester City career has been hit by plenty of injury setbacks but he hopes they are now behind him.

Benjamin Mendy makes promise to Man City fans as he reflects on injury problems

The defender has struggled with injury and form since making the move from Monaco in 2017

Manchester United fans tell club how to solve Odion Ighalo problem

Odion Ighalo is set to leave Man Utd at the end of the week following the expiration of his loan deal at Old Trafford.

Man City's three-step plan to topple Liverpool FC and become Premier League champions again

Pep Guardiola has a number of Manchester City issues to resolve before next season’s title race

Violent thug strangled his ex-partner, threatened to burn her house down and crashed her car... then told police he would infect them with coronavirus

Ryan Renshaw also told police he would spit on them and infect them with coronavirus when he was found hiding in a cupboard in his “drug den” flat

Man City know their new centre-back hierarchy for the rest of the season

Aymeric Laporte's return finally gives Pep Guardiola strength in defence alongside Fernandinho, Stones and Otamendi.

Anthony Martial has been given a new Manchester United challenge

Man Utd may be unable to extend Odion Ighalo's loan deal but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has faith in his No.9.

Manchester United fans change their mind on 2020/21 home shirt as new design is 'leaked'

A fresh leak has seemingly revealed the final design for next season's Manchester United shirt.

Police called to shut down party at disused industrial unit in Gorton

The revellers left the building after officers spoke with them

Outdoor spaces and improved transport options - how a new east Manchester arena could lead on sustainability as well as boosting the economy

OVG aim to make the proposed new east Manchester arena the most sustainable in the UK

Manchester United morning headlines as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivers Odion Ighalo transfer update

Here are the Manchester United morning headlines for Wednesday, May 27.

Odion Ighalo agent breaks silence on Manchester United talks

Ighalo is on loan at United from Shanghai Shenhua but the deal is due to expire in the coming days.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka coach makes prediction about Manchester United player

Exclusive MEN Sport interview with the coach who discovered the former Crystal Palace prodigy who is now starring for Man Utd.

Man City morning headlines as Blues 'identify Leroy Sane replacement'

Here are your Manchester City morning headlines for Wednesday, May 27.

Solskjaer explains what Manchester United have learnt ahead of restart

The Premier League could resume in June and the Bundesliga is already back underway.

Sky customers will notice a brand new channel from today

The channel will air documentaries on Stephen Hawking, Tina Turner, Steve McQueen and more

Rabbi Matondo lifts lid on Leroy Sane advice after realising he had to leave Man City

Manchester United transfer target Rabbi Matondo has spoken to MEN Sport about his time at Man City.

Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho agrees with Ed Woodward on transfers

Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho has made a prediction ahead of the next transfer window.

Stolen car abandoned after crashing into tree in Bolton

It has since been recovered for forensic analysis

Bruno Fernandes might have given Paul Pogba what he wants at Manchester United

Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes are training together for Man Utd and it might be a new experience for the World Cup winner.

Man City fans identify the Bayern Munich player they want in Leroy Sane swap deal

Manchester City fans were impressed with one Bayern Munich player in their win over Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday.

Manchester United have three perfect players to implement a new strategy

Hansi Flick's Bundesliga leaders have enjoyed roaring success since the German league restarted and Man Utd must prepare to do the same.

Tower FM is being shut down after broadcasting local radio to Bury and Bolton for 21 years

The local radio station for Bolton and Bury is set to be re-branded as the nationwide Greatest Hits Radio from September

Police were called to reports of a body in the River Irwell... thankfully it was a mannequin

There were large numbers of police and ambulance vehicles seen parked in Spinningfields

Police hunt man who exposed himself to woman in rural Stockport

The man was about 50 and was wearing striped clothing

Family rescue pet rats dumped in soaking wet cage - then name them after Disney characters

The animals were left behind a row of houses in Wigan last week

Bruno Fernandes Instagram post about Paul Pogba sends Manchester United fans wild

Manchester United midfielders Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba trained together on Tuesday.

Land at the centre of planning row in south Manchester shut while investigation work into potential asbestos contamination carried out

'We have acted at the earliest opportunity to put protection measures in place and conduct a detailed inspection'

Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before summer holidays

It was previously announced that all primary school pupils in England should be able to go back to school for a month before the summer break began in July and August

Two teenagers charged after 'fight between group of people' in south Manchester

the road was closed off for almost 24 hours

Five things spotted in Manchester United training as Harry Maguire gets new partner

Manchester United players trained at the AON Training Complex on Wednesday to keep fitness levels high.

Wigan to lose local radio station Wish FM with jobs 'at risk' in rebrand to Greatest Hits Radio

The station which was first broadcast out of Billinge 23 years ago, is currently based at Orrell Lodge

Teenage boy stabbed in the street - a man has been arrested

Police have arrested a 'male' after the 16-year-old was knifed in Prestwich

Emotional support line for black and ethnic minority communities affected by COVID-19 launched

Those from BAME communities have experienced proportionately higher death rates due to COVID-19

Rochdale council boss says 'big questions' remain over track and trace plans

Chief executive Steve Rumbelow has concerns over how local and national government systems will link up

Developer given green light for plans to build 52 houses by brook

The plans for the new development in Bury were approved on Tuesday

Manchester United make brilliant gesture to academy youngsters

After more than two months without training Man Utd have written to all of the youngsters in their academy and sent them a gift.

Six Jack Grealish transfer alternatives Manchester United could consider

United are on the lookout for a forward-thinking midfielder, but who could they target in the upcoming transfer window?

Cat and three tiny kittens found dumped inside carrier bag in Salford

The RSPCA fears more animals will be abandoned during lockdown

Is this what schooling will be like post-lockdown? Sale primary school plans revealed

A four-day week, classes of 15 and temperature checks on arrival are just some of the measures planned for Springfield Primary School.

Jogger exposes himself to woman in popular park - she is scared there will be other victims

'I was just in shock and I was scared. It's serious because you don't know what it could lead to'

A young motorcyclist has died in a serious crash on the M62 near Salford

The man, thought to be in his twenties, sadly died at the scene

Man City evening headlines as Mendy makes vow fans will love and centre-back experiment explained

Here are the Manchester City evening headlines on Wednesday, May 27 as Benjamin Mendy makes fans a promise.

Gary Neville makes Paul Pogba Manchester United prediction

Paul Pogba should be available for Man United when the season gets back underway.

Salford student Aya Hachem was shot dead following 'business dispute between rival tyre firms', court hears

The 19-year-old was an innocent passer-by in a drive-by shooting

Effigies of government figure and businessman hung on Salford bridge below coronavirus protest banner slammed as ‘unacceptable’

'I am all for people making a political point, but in a democracy that has to be done in a way that respects the rights of others and the sanctity of life'

Man City lead race for latest Ajax starlet and more transfer rumours

Manchester City are reportedly keen on signing Ajax youngster Sontje Hansen and more transfer gossip.

Amazon SG headphone sale includes Sony's WH-1000XM3 and more of our favourites

Amazon Singapore has discounted a range of top-notch headphones, get in before the sale ends on May 31.

Sony launches new 4K Bravia TVs in India

Sony has announced two brand new 4K series in India. Under the new series, the company is having as many as nine smart TVs running on Android TV OS.

Bad actors exploit the sudden uptick in usage of Zoom, WebEx and Teams

External attacks on cloud accounts grow 630% from January to April, McAfee says

Samsung gets more sporty, ties up with Esports team

Samsung Electronics has signed a partnership with the global esports organization T1 (T1) to boost its presence in the gaming monitor market.

Bundesliga teams up with AWS to give football fans real-time match insights

AWS will gather player data to analyze Expected Goals and Average Positions in real-time.

Acer announces Aspire 7 gaming laptop in India, priced Rs 54,990

The affordable Aspire 7 adds to the Nitro and Predator series of gaming laptops already selling in India.

Spotify finally gets this most-wanted feature – and real music lovers will be relieved

Spotify has announced that it's scrapping the limit on how many songs you can download to your personal library.

Google Stadia Pro gets 1440p support, free Elder Scrolls Online with PC crossplay

A nice meaty update for Google's game streaming service.

Unlocking the value of values with AI

In an era of purpose-driven consumption, values like transparency, trust and humanness are key drivers that unlock value in AI.

India puts Covid-19 tracing Aarogya Setu code on Github - offers bugs bounty

The Aarogya Setu app received accolades from the WHO and tech influencers but has caused some concerns over data and privacy, which is what the government is now addressing.

LG’s 48-inch CX OLED TV is finally rolling out worldwide

The very first OLED TVs featuring 48-inch panels are finally on their way, now that LG has confirmed the new size for its CX OLED television would be rolling out in the coming weeks.

Major telcos’ April download speeds take a hit in India

A sudden surge in data consumption in April, immediately after the nation went on lockdown, has understandably affected download speeds of Indian telcos.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus spotted on official database, all but confirming it's real

A Chinese database has listed a phone believed to be the Galaxy Note 20 Plus, complete with 5G and fast charging.

Oppo doubles down on mobile chip manufacturing efforts

Oppo, one of China's biggest smartphone manufacturers, is planning to invest more into in-house chip development.

New Windows 10 bug has broken updates – but Microsoft has promised a fix

A new Windows 10 bug is causing updates to not install properly, but Microsoft says it’s on the case.

Move over 5G: Xiaomi says it's already looking at developing 6G technology

Xiaomi is backing 6G technology, even though 5G is still in its infancy and hasn't been widely adopted.

EE 5G has early advantage over Vodafone

UK 5G speeds hit new high, but still fall behind other nations.

The Mandalorian season 2: release date, cast, Boba Fett, Ahsoka Tano and what we know

The Mandalorian season 2 has a release date of October 2020, and here's what we know about the return of the Star Wars TV show on Disney Plus.

Open banking investment higher in the UK than any other European country

Consumers will be able to enjoy greater freedom when using financial products following reforms and growing investment.

The next big thing in Star Wars has been delayed until 2021

The Star Wars: The High Republic line of books is delayed five months, for obvious reasons.

Microsoft accidentally revealed you can test out 2021’s major Windows 10 update next month

Windows 10 21H1 update will be codenamed ‘Iron’ and will likely bring big changes to the Start menu.

Three hires Chief Network Officer to advance 5G rollout

Three's senior recruitment drive continues.

Intel Phantom Canyon NUC could be a tiny PC packing a speedy Tiger Lake CPU

A fresh leak points to an NUC with an impressively quick Tiger Lake processor.

Apple iPad Pro series with top-end screens may launch later than we expected

We've heard rumors that the next iPad Pro series would arrive later this year, but analysts now think 2021 is more likely.

Xbox Series X games won't just look amazing, they'll 'feel' amazing too, says Xbox boss

Xbox Series X will take advantage of higher frame rates and lower input latency, but the benefits can't be felt over video.

Cyberattacks on collaboration tools see major increase

Businesses urged to ensure cloud and collaboration services stay secure.

Here's why you shouldn't customise your Android phone

Excessive manipulation of region-specific settings and adding bloatware make Android devices susceptible to exploits.

PS5 games reveal event could happen next week, says report

You won't have to wait long for PS5 games to get a full reveal, based on this latest report.

The world's largest rugged smartphone just had a massive price cut

Not only does it sport a generous display, but it's also totally waterproof.

AMD Ryzen 6000 might arrive in 2022 as the world's first 6nm desktop processor

A leaked roadmap has detailed AMD's Ryzen 6000 series and suggests the APUs could debut in 2022 as the world's first 6nm desktop processors

Best mesh Wi-Fi routers 2020: the best wireless mesh routers for large homes

The best mesh WiFi routers offer a solid, unified WiFi network no matter where you are. Check out this list, and bring home the best WiFi mesh router for you.

Millions of LiveJournal accounts leaked online

A database of 26m LiveJournal user accounts and plain text passwords is being shared for free on hacking forums.

Google Pixel 4a release date, price, specs, news and leaks

The Google Pixel 4a may have been delayed, but a launch is expected soon. Here's what we know so far.

The Last of Us 2 release date, delay, trailers, news and rumors

Naughty Dog's The Last of Us 2 is less than a month away from its June 19 release date.

Samsung 2020 QLED TVs now have a health tracking app that can help get you in shape

Samsung is flipping the switch on its health tracking app that was announced back at CES 2020 for select QLED TVs.

AMD Radeon RX 5300 leak suggests Team Red may release another budget contender soon

A benchmark for what could be the AMD Radeon RX 5300 with 3GB GDDR6 RAM and boost clock speed of 1,900MHz has surfaced.

Arm reveals the hardware that will power the smartphones of 2021

Arm's Cortex-A78 and Mali-G78 designs will be used by chipmakers to power next year's flagship smartphones.

Akinwumi Adesina has not stepped down as AfDB President – Oladokun

In the face of the call by the United States government for a fresh investigation into some allegations against the Akinwumi Adesina

I've not stepped down as AfDB president, says Adesina

African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has denied stepping down from office.Adesina, in a statement, said “the bank’s...

‘I’m innocent of trumped-up allegations’ — Akinwunmi Adesina breaks silence

Akinwumi Adesina, AfDB president, says he is innocent and will not allow allegations levelled against him bring his honour and integrity to question.

Schools with the most first-round Draft picks

MLB Draft prospects can come from many places. There are top picks from high schools, junior colleges and four-year universities big and small. But it should be no surprise that certain schools have established themselves as powerhouses when it comes to producing first-round picks. And of course, most of those

The night the fog lifted Red Sox to victory in CLE

Trying to close out a tight win in the early stages of an American League pennant-winning season, the 1986 Red Sox found themselves in a fog off the shores of Lake Erie. It looked like something out of a science-fiction movie. Wednesday marked the 34th anniversary of that fog-shortened 2-0

Led Zeppelin’s Celebration Day to Stream This Weekend

'Celebration Day' chronicled the band's final show

Led Zeppelin’s Celebration Day set for global watch party

Led Zeppelin’s famous 2007 reunion for the Ahmet Ertegun Tribute Concert will be available to watch this Saturday for free

Parts of Raj Bhavan in Bhopal declared as containment area

Six residents of employees’ quarters on campus test positive

Coronavirus | Part of Madhya Pradesh Raj Bhavan declared containment area after six residents test positive

Governer tested negative.

MP Raj Bhavan declared COVID-19 containment zone as 6 test +ve

Raj Bhavan sources said that after the first case of COVID-19 was found at the Raj Bhavan a couple of days back, the sample of Governor Lalji Tadon was also collected for testing. The collector's order said that six COVID-19 cases were found in the employees' quarters inside the Raj Bhavan, which is located under Jahan

Algae Blooms Turn Antarctica’s Ice Green

Scientists predict that the organisms' presence will increase as global temperatures increase

North American Rabbits Face a Deadly Virus

The hemorrhagic virus has infected in domestic rabbits since 2018, and it's now spreading in the wild population

Thanks to Physics, This Chocolate Is Iridescent—and Safe to Eat

One Twitter user and Swiss researchers have created chocolate that diffracts light like a prism

Graduate Student Untangles Decades-Old Math Problem in Less Than a Week

Lisa Piccirillo recently published her proof of Conway’s knot problem, a well-known quandry that stumped mathematicians for more than 50 years

New Technique to Study Ancient Teeth Reveals Edo-Era Diet in Japan

Researchers analyzed DNA in tartar from the remains of 13 people who lived between 1603 and 1867

The Great Koala Rescue Operation

Raging bushfires. Devastated wildlife. And the compassionate souls who went to the rescue

Jacob Lawrence’s ‘Struggle’ Series Prepares to Be Seen by a New Generation

For the first time in decades, view a major reimagining of the battles that made the nation

The Timely Return of the Drive-In Restaurant

During the COVID-19 pandemic, carhop service is making a comeback. Is it here to stay?

Six-Year-Old Boy Discovers Rare Canaanite Tablet

Imri Elya was hiking with his family when he spotted the 3,500-year-old object

5 Dividend Kings to Buy and Hold Forever

The "forever" part means investors have to think about the longevity of payout growth as well as reliable payments.

5 Investment Trends to Profit From a Post-Coronavirus World

A look at some investment themes relevant in the post-COVID-19 world.

Is Levi's Stock a Buy?

Stores are starting to reopen, and the stock is trading well off its recent highs.

5 Stocks to Start Investing in 2020

These top businesses can form the foundation of your investment portfolio.

As If Luckin Coffee Didn't Have Enough Trouble, Tencent Is Now Coming After It

Tencent just invested in Tim Hortons' expansion into China.

Fauci Just Singled Out This Biotech Stock. Is It a Buy?

Out of all the coronavirus vaccine makers on the market, why did Dr. Anthony Fauci call out Moderna?

The Trump Administration’s War on Huawei Could Hurt These 3 Stocks

TSMC and two other tech giants could become collateral damage in the tech war.

IMF Says Banks' Profitability Could Be Muted Through 2025

A new report says a host of headwinds will trouble financial institutions worldwide for years, though North American banks are expected to fare slightly better.

Stock Market Wrap-Up: Why Tesla's Price Cuts and Beyond Meat's Stock Drop Shouldn't Worry You

The stock market posted another round of gains.

Iran’s newly elected parliament convenes despite pandemic

MPs and senior officials gather at the Iranian parliament for election under strict social distancing rules to curb the spread of coronavirus

Iran’s newly elected parliament convenes despite pandemic

They also chose a temporary speaker, based on age seniority.

Dharavi slum's count of COVID-19 cases grows by 18 to 1,639

Dharavi, Mumbai's biggest slum Sprawl, on Wednesday reported 18 new COVID-19 cases, taking the count of such patients in the area to 1,639, an official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said. No death due to the deadly infection was reported in Dharavi in the last 24 hours, the

Coronavirus pandemic | 18 new COVID-19 cases in Dharavi, count rises to 1,639: BMC

No death due to the deadly infection was reported in Dharavi in the last 24 hours, the official said.

Gujarat: Mamlatdar, 3 others held for ‘accepting bribe of Rs 90k’

According to ACB officers, the accused were trapped while accepting a bribe to clear a truck seized for royalty in sand mining.

After meeting Uddhav, Pawar says no threat to govt in Maharashtra

Pawar's meeting with the chief minister, held at Thackeray’s residence Matoshree, came as the main opposition BJP has stepped up its criticism of the Thackeray government's alleged mishandling of the Covid-19 crisis in Maharashtra.

13 doctors to volunteer at Rajkot civil hospital

A delegation of 19 members of ISCCM met Parimal Pandya, Resident Additional Collector of Rajkot, and offered their services on voluntary basis.

Ahmedabad: Wife of Jnanpith award winner Chaudhary dies of Covid-19

Speaking with The Indian Express, Raghuveer Chaudhary (82) said that Paruben was admitted to Apollo Hospital last week after her health deteriorated following urinary tract infection and other complications.

BJP not in a hurry, govt will fall on its own: Fadnavis

Former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis claimed that the theory of BJP trying to dislodge the government was a ploy to divert people's attention from serious issues. “The purpose is to mislead and hide their own shortcomings,” he said.

We support Maharashtra govt, not key decision-makers: Rahul

Rahul’s remarks also come at a time when the BJP is sharpening its attack on the Thackeray government over its handling of the crisis. Maharashtra now has nearly one-third of the corona cases in India.

Gujarat: 364 new cases, death toll at 922

Ahmedabad reported 251 new cases, taking the total to more than 10,800 cases, while Surat saw 36 more persons test positive, taking the total to 1,387 cases.

Vadodara civic body announces 10% property tax rebate to tide over crisis

Deputy Municipal Commissioner SK Patel said the move is to benefit both the VMC and the citizens. "We are planning to make use of social media and newspapers to ensure that the message about the rebate reaches the people. Property tax is one of our biggest incomes," he said.

Searching for son, Gujarat woman stranded in Dehradun for 2 months

Goraji said she gets free food and medicines, and doctors inquire about her health, but she does not know why she is not allowed to go out.

Cloud diplomacy: Consular access, demarche move online

Besides virtual summits and phone calls, demarche, consular access and even presentation of credentials have moved to online platforms.

Call for research of lung tissue in Covid victims finds no takers in Karnataka

One of the issues affecting research on lung samples from coronavirus victims is safety.

Inadequacies, lapses: SC seeks answers from Centre and states on migrants

The judges said “adequate transport arrangement, food and shelters are immediately to be provided by the Centre and State Governments free of cost”.

Ahmedabad: ‘Official transferred for self-promotion, scaring people’

The campaign, under the hashtag #StopTargetingGujarat, launched on Monday in English, Gujarati and Hindi by the BJP IT Cell has been widely circulated on social media platforms.

IndiGo flier tests positive after landing in Coimbatore

"No one else was seated in his vicinity, significantly reducing the possibility of transmission... The operating crew has been home quarantined for 14 days and we are in the process of notifying other passengers as per the government guidelines," the airline said.

As LAC heats up, India and China activate border mechanism talks

The “Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on India-China Border Affairs” was established in January 2012 after border talks between then NSA Shivshankar Menon and his Chinese counterpart Dai Bingguo, and is headed by joint secretary-level officials from both sides.

Delhi confidential: Sound Of Silence

Former Maharashtra chief minister and senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday reeled out figures of the financial aid given by the Centre to the state, and accused the state government of not utilising the money.

Rajasthan: Man consumes pesticide in suicide attempt near Gehlot’s residence

According to the police, the condition of the man, identified as Chenaram Mali, who hails from Nagaur district, was stated to be stable after cops rushed him to the hospital.

NC leadership should express party’s stand on J&K special status, says top leader

While agreeing that the Centre’s response could be “ugly and brutal” if the party breaks its silence, former J&K minister Aga Roohullah asked his NC colleagues to be “ready for that”.

Covid Impact: Over 4,400 jobs cut by 5 major Indian companies in 1 month

In total, five companies — Uber India and South Asia, Ola, Zomato, Swiggy and Cure.fit — have together announced the reduction of around 4,441 jobs in the last one month.

As Shramik Special trains ‘stray’, Railways notifies ‘route rationalisation’ to explain diversions

The diversions have been done so that trains are not held up at one place for hours without water and food, a senior Railways official told The Indian Express.

Teenaged gamer Amith Kutti gets the real wheel

Chennai’s Amith Kutti, winner of eRacing series held during lockdown, to train at Karthikeyan’s academy & with Volkswagen in real world

Brazilian nurse with Covid reunited with her baby after giving birth on ventilator

Brazilian nurse Rusia Goes was finally released from the hospital after two weeks and first met her daughter in person on May 20 - some 26 days after giving birth.

West Bengal: Five die of Covid-19, 193 people test positive

With 72 people discharged from hospitals in 24 hours, the number of recovered patients rose to 1,486.

‘Poor internet, no study material’: Survey finds DU open-book exam is not feasible for many

The university has been closed since mid-March, and earlier this month, the administration announced its proposal to conduct OBEs for its final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students in July.

Resources under strain, Bengal calls for staggered return of migrants

The Trinamool Congress government has requested the Ministry of Railways not to send more than 15 trains a day.

West Bengal: Govt says power supply back in 94 out of 103 towns hit by Amphan, protests thin out

Home Secretary Alapan Bandyopadhyay said electricity had been restored in 94 of the 103 municipal towns affected by the cyclone, while telecommunication services were back in 85 per cent of such areas.

Covid is a ripe opportunity to strengthen the public health and social security system

It is not yet too late for India’s response to COVID-19 to recalibrate so that it serves community health and the public good in just this manner.

To reinstall trust of diaspora in government as effective rescuer, a Citizen Evacuation Policy is needed

When the central government finally decided to offer a helping hand, it opted to launch a paid repatriation mission rather than an evacuation mission (which is free of cost for the evacuee). Is this the time to extract a pound of flesh from disheartened, disappointed and fatigued Indians?

Bihar state boards: Farmers’ sons bag top 2 ranks, 80% pass

About 80.53 per cent of the 14,94,071 students who had taken the board exams this year passed. The pass percentage was 80.73 last year, 68.89 in 2018 and 50.12 in 2017.

Cyclone Amphan damages crop, vegetable prices shoot up

Cyclone Amphan has damaged vegetables across South Bengal. Farmers lost 80 to 90 per cent of crop as fields were flooded.

Aarogya Setu becomes open source: What does it mean?

The iOS version of the application will be released as open-source within the next two weeks and the server code will be released subsequently, the government has confirmed. The government has said that nearly 98 per cent users of Aarogya Setu app use an Android phone. 

Online education must supplement, not replace, physical sites of learning

We have long ignored the vital role public educational institutions play as exemplary sites of social inclusion and relative equality. In Indian conditions, this role is arguably even more important than the scholastic role.

Kerala takes first step back to school with exams: 20 students to a hall

Kerala had all the guidelines in place when it became the first state in the country to resume the school board exams that were stalled by more than two months due to the ongoing Covid lockdown.

Experience with GST holds valuable lessons for One Nation One Ration Card

If done well, One Nation, One Ration Card, could lay the foundation of a truly national and portable benefits system that includes other welfare programmes like LPG subsidy and social pensions.

Uttar Pradesh is setting an example, dealing with pandemic with efficiency, firmness

It will be fascinating to watch how UP fares in general, and Adityanath in particular, in the coming months and years. If the response to the COVID-19 crisis is any barometer, we are in for exciting times.

Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military

Xi's comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Elon Musk and Grimes say they’ve changed son’s name from ‘X Æ A-12’ to ‘X Æ A-Xii’

Grimes on Sunday revealed the change on Instagram when a user asked her if they changed their son’s name due to California state laws

Hong Kong braces for downtown protests on China-backed laws

Protests are planned for Wednesday near the Legislative Council building in central Hong Kong, where lawmakers plan to hold a hearing on a bill that would criminalize disrespect toward China’s national anthem.

Arjun Kanungo on working with Salman Khan in Radhe: He is very inspiring

Singer Arjun Kanungo is making his acting debut with Salman Khan film Radhe. Kanungo is known for tracks like "Aaya Na Tu", "Fursat" and "Baaki Baatein Peene Baad".

Fireman trapped, injured in Delhi market blaze

A fire broke out at Vardhman market around 8 pm Tuesday and two fire tenders, and around eight fire-fighters were rushed to the spot.

Explained: In uncertain times, how search for ‘normal year’ leads to data vacuum

Among Covid-19’s casualties are the postponing of Census operations and undertaking of key official primary surveys necessary for a better understanding of the economy

Asian shares slip as new Hong Kong tensions rise

Hong Kong shares led declines among major regional indexes, with Hang Seng falling 0.46%, though it kept a bit of distance from a two-month low touched on Monday. MSCI's ex-Japan Asia-Pacific index lost 0.12%, with mainland Chinese shares down a similar amount.

US: Woman fired after backlash from racist park confrontation

Amy Cooper released an apology through a public relations service Tuesday night, saying she "reacted emotionally and made false assumptions about his intentions".

Assamese bride wears silk handloom mask for wedding, idea wins praise online

Several pictures and videos of the marriage ceremony, which took place in Guwahati, Assam, on May 22, doing the rounds on social media show the bride and the groom donning matching silk handloom face masks during the wedding ceremony.

Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav hit out at Yogi Adityanath over migrants

Rahul says people of UP are not CM’s personal property; Akhilesh questions setting up of migrants commission

Weather updates, May 27: Heatwave to continue for next few days in north

Weather Forecast Today, 27 May 2020: Maximum temperatures over the plains of north India are expected to recede from May 28 onwards, with substantial reduction in heatwave conditions from May 29.

Explained: Why Donald Trump wants the US to exit the Open Skies Treaty

The exit from the Open Skies Treaty is the most recent example of important pacts Washington has stepped away from during the Trump presidency, including the Paris Agreement and the Iran nuclear deal.

Realme X3 Super Zoom official: 7 key features of this flagship smartphone

Currently, the Realme X3 Super Zoom is available only in the European market and there are no words on whether the device will be made available in other markets or not. It is unlikely that the Realme X3 Super Zoom will head to the Indian market.

Bihar Board 10th female topper aims to become a doctor and serve her village

'Girls have the additional responsibility of cooking and helping in domestic chores, that is why they often fail to do their best in academics, but my parents motivated me to study,' said the rank-holder.

Strokes in Covid-19 patients: Four studies capture trends

How frequent, and how severe, are strokes among Covid-19 patients? A series of papers in the journal Stroke, published by the American Heart Association, examines trends from four countries.

Owners of land acquired for link road to New Chandigarh hold protest against administration

Over 50 farmers and their family members on Tuesday held a protest against the land acquisition policy of UT administration.

From boosting immunity to improving heart health: Know the benefits of white jamun

According to healthsite.com, white jamun is rich in vitamin C and A, dietary fibre, calcium, thiamine, niacine and iron.

Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur, netizens share frightening videos of ‘attack’

While the state government has deputed many teams in order to control the attack by the crop-devouring insects, the incident has left people worried, with many taking to social media to express their concern.

MP district Burhanpur: More beds ready, need doctors

One month, 293 cases and 13 Covid deaths later, the main government healthcare facility has got more beds, but is still short of key equipment and doctors.

Eight more die of Covid in UP: With 33 cases, Amethi’s case tally jumps by 70%

Of the fresh cases, at least 62 were linked to interstate migrant workers. So far, 1,725 migrants have been infected.

Thousands throng screening centre, UT arranges additional Shramik special train

Earlier only one train, with 1,600 passengers, was scheduled to depart from the city at 2 pm.

MS Dhoni definitely supported me: Suresh Raina on Yuvraj’s ‘favourite player’ remark

Suresh Raina stated he received Dhoni's support because of his talent, which he proved on several occasions while playing in IPL and for the country. 

Out of containment, Sector 38 people say ‘went through hell’

The sector was sealed off for a period of 28 days and is being opened as no new case has been reported in the area since April 29.

Securing Election Commission’s autonomy

Andhra Pradesh government decision to remove incumbent SEC via ordinance threatens institutional autonomy, falls foul of the Constitution

Angry farmers force rethink: Khattar govt softens paddy diversification order

The change in government stand came on the day CM Manohar Lal Khattar met farmers in Kurukshetra to take their feedback on the issue.

India-China border: No change in Ladakh, military brass brief PM and Rajnath

The military brass is learnt to have apprised the Prime Minister about the evolving situation in eastern Ladakh though officials maintained that the meeting was pre-scheduled and reforms in the armed forces was on the agenda.

Guards, vegetable vendors in ICMR list of frontline workers who need testing

Symptomatic healthcare workers were eligible for testing from the very start, but inclusion of other frontline workers was the big takeaway of the last testing strategy revision.

Uttar Pradesh: 24×7 power to up to 30% sub-stations on cards

In a virtual meeting with managing directors (MDs) of power companies, state Energy Minister Srikant Sharma discussed ways to supply uninterrupted power under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat Mission.

TV lessons for govt school students in Bihar, parents cite no interaction

According to the parents of several students, a major drawback of this model is that it is non-interactive and the content is basic

Uttar Pradesh: 40 held for defying lockdown on Eid

It is to be noted that following the extension of lockdown till May 31, certain restrictions were lifted. But the UP government has not allowed congregation of religious gatherings.

Visiting a hospital during the pandemic? Keep these pointers in mind

If a visit to the hospital can't be avoided, count on these expert tips to stay safe.

‘There was little or no intent from MS Dhoni’: Ben Stokes on India’s chase in CWC19 vs England

MS Dhoni remained unbeaten on 42 off 31 balls but most of the runs came in the last over when the match as a contest was over.

Will give houses, shops to migrant workers, pay their GST: UP govt

Through the migrant commission, the government would provide returning workers social security, insurance and training during which they will be provided an internship allowance.

Virat Kohli-led Indian cricket team wishes ‘brave’ Ravi Shastri 58th birthday

Indian cricket head coach Ravi Shastri turned 58 on Wednesday.

Desh Bhagat Yadgar Hall Committee trustee Naunihal Singh passes away

After 70 years of independence, when I look back, I don't think that the two-nation theory could serve any purpose as both India and Pakistan are still bearing the brunt of Partition, he had said during the interview.

4 new Covid-19 cases in Chandigarh’s Bapu Dham Colony

All people are contacts of patients who have already been diagnosed as Covid-19 positive.

Maharashtra: Man offers vegetables for free to poor during lockdown

Some look at it with curious eyes, while others appreciate the gesture of the vendor to offer vegetables for free at a time when many people are facing financial difficulties due to the coronavirus-enforced lockdown.

No case in last fortnight, Jawaharpur village declared non-containment area

Mohali Civil Surgeon, Dr Manjeet Singh, told The Indian Express that Jawaharpur has now been opened and is a non-containment area.

Virus heightens health risks associated with heatwaves, warns UN

WMO spokesperson Clare Nullis Kapp said, “India is experiencing a heatwave, and this is at the same time as India is relaxing the lockdown measures."

India underlines faith in HCQ: drug’s benefits outweigh risks

Coronavirus (Covid-19) Vaccine: There is enough experience in the country of using HCQ, and sufficient data from observational and case control studies to warrant its use, the government said.

Stressed in lockdown? Here’s how you can find the balance

'To follow 'social isolation’ norms, we may be cut off from the world, physically. But, there are enough ways to reach out to loved ones. It's important to talk rather than keeping your thoughts bottled up.'

Confusion still prevails, 357 passengers arrive in Chandigarh

A total of 357 domestic passengers arrived at the airport on different flights and 257 passengers departed from the airport till 6 pm.

Telangana HC asks govt to ramp up testing, submit report

"Not testing in large numbers is almost like inviting the Trojan horse. Why is the Telangana government under testing? Financial constraints cannot be cited as a reason as human lives are most important," the bench noted.

Humanitarian aid projects in Yemen ‘reaching a breaking point’ amid COVID-19 pandemic: UN body

The World Food Programme on Tuesday said it needs $870 million to provide badly needed assistance to millions of Yemenis over the next six months. International donors had slashed funding earlier this year in response to obstruction by the Houthi rebels, leaving a major shortfall.

Explained: What is Tianwen-1, China’s Mars mission?

China’s Mars mission: China's previous ‘Yinghuo-1’ Mars mission, which had piggybacked on a Russian spacecraft, had failed after it could not leave the Earth's orbit and disintegrated over the Pacific Ocean in 2012.

Haryana liquor scam: Key member to retire on May 31, govt yet to empower SET

About 5,500 boxes of liquor which were recovered from smugglers by police and excise officials in 14 cases had disappeared from its stock in Sonipat district which had prompted the probe into the matter.

Ponmagal Vandhal actor Jyotika: I want my kids to feel proud of me

Produced by Suriya, Jyotika's Ponmagal Vandhal will have its world premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 29. Jyotika says the film is not just a thriller, it also has an important social message.

From COVID-19 quarantine, Prithviraj flaunts shredded physique

Prithviraj is currently quarantined to check for symptoms of coronavirus. He recently flew in from Amman to Kochi via Delhi along with the cast and crew of his film Aadujeevitham.

IISc offers advanced certificate programme in digital healthcare online

Admissions to this course will start in July 2020. Application process has begun already to enrol the first cohort of 50 candidates. Interested can apply at - iisc.talentsprint.com.

CPCB shuts UP distillery owned by Rana Gurjit kin, cites pollution

The CPCB also issued notice to the industrial unit, Rana Sugars Ltd (Distillery Division), at village Belwara in Moradabad, as to why a environmental compensation of Rs 3.16 crore should not be levied on it for the violations.

Coronavirus trailer: Ram Gopal Varma bankrolls thriller around the disease

In the trailer spanning over four minutes, we see a family struggling to embrace the possibility that a family member might be COVID-19 positive. The manner in which the trailer has been cut gives it the feel of a thriller.

Chief Secy vs Punjab ministers: All eyes on Cabinet today

The Cabinet meeting was called a few hours after Manpreet Badal and Channi met the CM at the latter’s farm house on Monday.

Hospital staff with Covid-19 had protective antibodies in study

The research addresses a crucial question regarding the new coronavirus: whether people who had Covid-19, and especially those who didn’t get severely ill, develop antibodies capable of protecting them against reinfection.

Coronavirus lockdown: Registered to return, migrants in Punjab start backing out

Only 20% sent back in three weeks, special trains on track, but district authorities say rush is starting to fizzle out.

‘Enough local labour available in Punjab for paddy sowing’

"Some migrant labourers are available in Punjab, while we have plans to use direct seeding system and mechanised paddy transplantation as well."

They took good care of me: 9-yr-old after solo flight back from Mumbai

Shiven had left for Mumbai on March 15 with his grandmother after his exams were cancelled on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. His holiday was unexpectedly extended when on March 24, the Centre announced a nationwide lockdown.

Delhi: 57-year-old IRS officer commits suicide

Eish Singhal, DCP (New Delhi) said, “ We received a call from the hospital authorities about the incident. Saxena used a bedsheet to hang himself. We also found a suicide note inside his bedroom... We are probing the matter."

Ravi Shankar Prasad hits out at Rahul Gandhi, says Congress-ruled states imposed lockdown first

Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday had said the aim and purpose of the nationwide lockdown has “failed” and asked the Centre to spell out its strategy now to contain the spread of coronavirus.

‘Unassigned’ coronavirus cases near 3,000, rise as curbs on movement lifted

Cases in the unassigned category make up 2 per cent of the country's 1,45,380 cases of coronavirus infection as of Tuesday, and could potentially skew the case curves of several states

Bru resettlement in North Tripura hits roadblock as civil societies threaten bandh

As per the resettlement agreement signed by the central government in January this year, 32,000 Bru migrants living in Tripura since 1997 would be permanently settled in the state.

IAF operationalises no.18 Squadron, equips it with LCA Tejas

The indigenous tailless compound delta wing aircraft was inducted at an official ceremony in the presence of Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria at the Sulur Air Force Station.

Sensex settles nearly 1,000 points higher, Nifty ends at 9,315 led by banking, financial stocks

The S&P BSE Sensex surged 995.92 points (3.25 per cent) to settle at 31,605.22, while the broader Nifty 50 ended at 9,314.95, up 285.90 points (3.17 per cent).

Unaware of owner’s death, dog waits at Wuhan hospital for three months

The seven-year-old has been spotted sitting outside the lobby of the hospital for three months even though his owner died of Covid-19 just five days after being admitted in February.

Hungarian cyclist quarantined in Bihar for ‘over 55 days’, Tejashwi Yadav offers help

“You brought a healthy man into a hospital. Can you imagine being in a hospital for 55 days in a healthy condition? I must be free now,” the Hungarian is heard saying in a video that has gone viral on social media.

COVID-19: Taj trust distributed more than 1.6 million meals to doctors, migrant workers

For the meals, the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust has partnered with chef Sanjeev Kapoor.

Border tensions: Imran Khan accuses India of ‘threatening its neighbours’

The Pakistani Prime Minister's reaction comes amid tensions with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and border dispute with Nepal.

Vivo V19 review: Finally, a promising V-series phone

If you are a diehard Vivo fan, the V19 is a great option to consider given the number of improvements it has brought in compared to the predecessor. Here's our full review of the Vivo V19.

Vincy Premier T10 League 2020 Live Cricket Streaming: When and where to watch the match?

Vincy Premier T10 League 2020 Live Cricket Score Streaming Online: All the six teams participating in the tournament have played five matches each, with Salt Pond and La Soufriere holding the top two positions respectively.

New Zealand Cricket to cut jobs by 10-15% to cope with economic fallout of COVID-19 pandemic

New Zealand Cricket is looking to shed around 10 to 15 percent of its staff and save NZ$ 6 million in operation costs as it copes with the "challenges" posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pregnancy peeves: ‘Who gave strangers permission to touch our bellies?’

'I remember when a friend of mine in a difficult second trimester told me she would fantasize about how the advice given would play out if the person giving it would follow it him/ herself.'

Watch: Two alligators engage in intense fight at US golf course

"Did anyone else watch this on loop for three minutes and think they were still fighting," read one of the many comments on the viral clip. 

In Hyderabad, 328 cases, 18 deaths in a week; new areas in spotlight

Fresh cases are being reported from areas of Hyderabad where none were reported previously, away from the existing containment zones, indicating a community spread after the lockdown rules were relaxed.

Nandita Das’ short film on domestic violence implores us to listen

The idea to stay at home in light of a pandemic stems from the belief that home is the safest space. And yet, Das shows how for women, the outside and inside are spaces they need to constantly negotiate to earn their safety and to be heard.

Twitter tips: How to go live on Twitter and connect with your followers

Here is your guide to Twitter live: How to start live, add participant, join other's live broadcast, remove participant form your live stream, close the live stream, and more.

Dahod youth jumps into well to evade arrest, dies: Cops

The deceased, Ajay Valvai (22) who had also managed to escape, had accidentally jumped into a well, the police said.

IAF operationalises no.18 Squadron, equips it with LCA Tejas

The No 18 Squadron, formed in 1965 with the motto "Teevra aur Nirbhaya" meaning "Swift and Fearless," "actively participated" in the 1971 war with Pakistan and had earned the sobriquet "Defenders of Kashmir Valley" by being the first to land and operate from Srinagar. The Squadron was "resurrected" on April 1 this year at Sulur.

Row over naming Bengaluru city’s flyover after Veer Savarkar

Congress said naming of the bridge after Savarkar was taken, despite opposition, and questioned Savarkar's contribution to Karnataka and Bengaluru. The Congress and other opposition parties had earlier vehemently opposed the move to confer Bharat Ratna on Savarkar, posthumously.

Special KLM flight brings home 276 Indians from Netherlands

On June 8, another batch of stranded Indians will be sent home by a special Air India flight from Amsterdam to New Delhi as part of the second leg of the 'Vande Bharat Mission'.

A week on, no arrest yet in rape of 4-yr-old girl in Kutch

On Tuesday, Ibrahim Halepotra, the president of Akhil Kutch Sunni Muslim Hit Rakhsak Committee, wrote a letter to the district collector demanding police action against the accused and alleged inefficiency in policing.

‘Portal or Narnia’: Netizens ask after cat disappears into priest’s robes during live sermon

People on social media commented how calmly the priest handled the situation, with many commenting that it must have happened before numerous times.

Activists raise alarms over virus litter along French coast

A French environmental group is finding this virus-era detritus littering the Mediterranean floor near the French Riviera resort of Antibes and is trying to raise awareness and clean it up.

Centre, states doing their best; open to suggestions: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Ravi Shankar Prasad said the government's efforts in controlling the pandemic were visible in the results. “The results, India in comparison to the world as far as the death toll is concerned, speaks aloud on our initiatives.”

UP couple detained for murder of watchman in Rajkot: Police

Teams of Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) and Special Operation Group (SOG) of Rajkot city police picked up the couple hours after the night watchman at a jute-bag godown was found dead.

Week after cyclone Amphan, Kolkata struck by 96 kmph nor’wester

The squall, known as "Kalbaisakhi" in local parlance, uprooted several trees in some parts of the city, blocking traffic movement.

ACP with Pune police booked for extortion in Satara

Satara district police officers said that despite being on compulsory leave, ACP Deepak Humbare had gone to Satara on May 17 in his service uniform and demanded money from a local youth promising to bail him out of an offence filed against him.

As lockdown eases, this Hyderabad techie is on a mission to find migrant workers their livelihood

Over the last week, Daga has reached out to several manufacturing units through his friends and relatives and connected them to workers, providing urgent employment to close to 700 workers

Sevagram Ashram chief removed over allegations of being ‘Godsewadi’, he strongly denies it

This is the first time in the Ashram's history that its president was "removed" before he could complete the five-year term. Prabhu, the president, rebutted the allegations against him and expressed his anguish at being "ill-treated, insulted, removed without giving any chance to defend myself.

Tamil Nadu registers 817 new Covid-19 cases, 139 came from other states

Chennai alone accounted for 66 per cent of the total cases on Wednesday, reporting 559 cases. Six people fell to the virus on Wednesday as the death toll went up to 133.

Numbers continue to grow, 354 domestic flights operated till 5pm today: Aviation Minister

After two months of being grounded, India resumed its domestic flight services on Monday with 428 flights functioning on day one.

In a first, J&K quarantines horse who arrived from Red zone

The horse was brought by a 21-year-old youth from Kashmir’s Shopian area, which has been declared a red zone.

Two arrested for ‘killing man in fight over sale of drugs in Ghatkopar’

The deceased man was beaten to death after getting into a fight with a group of four men for selling drugs near a public toilet near Ghatkopar (West) railway station.

HC notice to Haryana on schools’ plea against restriction on fee hike

The schools in Haryana have been ordered by the government to only collect monthly tuition fee from only those who are capable of paying, and not demand other charges like building fund, maintenance fund, admission charges and computer charges in wake of the Covid-19 situation.

For Covid patients: Ahmedabad’s VS Hospital board members seek HC help to use health facility to full strength

The hospital’s request comes at a time when several private hospitals have refused to come on board to treat Covid patients or continue to negotiate with the AMC on the treatment charges.

Woman booked for cheating migrants on assurance of arranging train travel passes

Police said on May 22, the woman had allegedly accepted Rs. 1,000 each from five migrant workers who are all stranded in Pune but want to travel to their home state of UP and had assured to fill their forms and get them passes for travelling to UP by train.

Delayed by Cyclone Amphan, monsoon advance picks up

This year, the monsoon will hit Kerala only around June 5, a delay of five days from normal.

Karnataka Covid-19 wrap: Three more deaths take toll to 47; 60 testing labs set up

With interstate passengers arriving into the state, the government has made it compulsory for them to be under institutional quarantine for 14 days. The state has 2,328 people in hotel quarantine till Wednesday.

Kannada TV actor Mebiena Micheal passes away

Mebiena Micheal was on her way home to Madikeri when a tractor rammed into her car. She was accompanied by her friends on the trip.

43-yr-old cleaner dies in ‘elevator mishap’ at hospital; probe on

According to police, hospital officials suspect Waghela either tried peeping out or spitting out tobacco from the window when her hair got entangled between the lift and the shaft.

Cop discharged from hospital, says had backing of both families: at home and in khaki

The officer was received with a shower of flower petals on the premises of his police station in a brief ceremony before he went home to complete self quarantine for next 14 days.

Industries grapple with reverse migration of workforce, disrupted supply lines

When the civic body allowed small and medium scale industries in Pimpri-Chinchwad to reopen after almost two months, many enterprises realised that much of their workforce, comprising migrant labourers, had already returned home with little or no plans of returning early.

Britain’s Got Talent contestant Souparnika Nair impresses AR Rahman

AR Rahman shared the clip of Souparnika's performance on Britain's Got Talent. The 10-year-old got a standing ovation from the crowd and the judges.

Veteran Odia actor Bijay Mohanty hospitalised

Bijay Mohanty, an Odia cinema stalwart, made his acting debut with Chilika Teerey (1977). The actor is presently hospitalised in Hyderabad.

Mumbai: 33-yr-old inmate ‘hangs self’ in jail cell

According to police, when the inmate did not come out of his cell during the counting, the staffer called out his name and on getting no response, went into the cell.

Pune: Three employees of Serum institute test positive for Covid-19

H K Sale, executive director at Noble Hospital, said 27 high-risk contacts of the three persons have been traced. They have been quarantined and their swabs will be sent for further tests.

Not wearing masks, spitting in public places to invite Rs 500 fine: Vij

One of the senior most BJP leaders in Haryana, Vij, who also completed his three decades in active politics after getting elected as an MLA on May 27, 1990 for the first time during a bypoll, was interacting with the media persons here.

Publicise WhatsApp numbers of shopkeepers, avoid complete shutdown, Bombay HC tells authorities

The petitioner told the court the authorities had announced a complete shutdown in containment zones from May 15 to May 20, causing inconvenience to both the consumers and shopkeepers selling essential goods.

Unless PMC scales up health facilities, shortage of ICU beds, ventilators likely by June 30

Hospitals and facilities run by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) to treat Covid-19 patients are likely to fall short by over 100 ICU beds and over 100 ventilators by June-end, when the number of patients in Pune is estimated to reach almost 23,000. The PMC’s own report has predicted that the number of patients is […]

Number doubling every 14 days, nearly 23,000 cases likely by June 30, says PMC

In areas under the PMC jurisdiction, of the 273 deaths will May 26, 80 deaths were in the age group of 60-70 years, 58 were in the age group of 50-60 years, 57 in the age group of 70-80 years and 37 in the age group of 40-50 years.

Behind farmers’ tractor march in Haryana, a Bhagat Singh fan

Mandeep Nathwan had raised the drugs issue too which had led to Anil Vij- SP Sangeeta Kalia spat in 2015.

Vincy Premier T10 League 2020 Highlights: Salvan’s unbeaten 68 hands Ambris’ Breakers their first defeat

Vincy Premier T10 League 2020 Highlights: Hikers chased down a total of 106 with six balls to spare as opener Salvan Browne hit an unbeaten 32-ball 68, the second-highest score of the tournament. 

Amid lockdown, are chemotherapy and cancer care at home the way forward?

The rapid spread of SARS-CoV-2, combined with an unprecedented, near-complete global lockdown, has prompted cancer patients to seek healthcare at home. This has provided a window for healthcare companies to offer home services.

Punjab: Ministers row ends as top bureaucrat apologises in Cabinet meet

After the meeting, Manpreet Badal told the media that the CS had apologised for “his choice of words, his body language and his attitude that day and said he would not repeat it in future”. He added: “Democracy has won. In democracy, representatives of the people are more important than bureaucracy.”

Assam floods: Situation deteriorates with one dead and 2.71 lakh affected

As rainfall persisted, the affected population rose to 2.71 lakh spread across 321 villages in eleven districts of the state

Former Union minister Suresh Prabhu helps local boy return home from France

Soon after the lockdown in France, the internship was called off, and so was the stipend that the two boys were receiving. “It was frustrating and difficult in the beginning. Our parents were worried and we had no help, plus the lockdown kept extending.

Maharashtra: Small and medium hospitals raise concerns over state notification on restriction of charges

The state government declared to take over 80 per cent of the hospital beds, as per a notification on May 22. The government has also come out with standard rates for some important surgeries and medical procedures, and the rates are applicable till July 31.