Ego Trip: US Space Flags And Super-Duper Missiles

US President Donald Trump is much taken with the bombastic and the exaggerated. In an interview with the Associated Press in April 2017, he spoke of his infamous if somewhat less than successful wall project on the US-Mexican border. Ever happy to stretch the record on costs, he took issue with those “opponents talking $25 billion for the wall. It’s not going to cost anywhere near that.” Resembling that noisy relative who boasts about getting a cheaper deal for you on anything from car insurance to white goods, the president was confident: “I think $10 billion or less. And if I do a super-duper, higher, better, better security, everything else, maybe it goes a little bit more.”

Man Arrested Following Firearms Incident, Kawerau

A man has been taken into custody following a firearms incident in Kawerau.

Greens Work To Secure Inquiry Into Wild West Student Accommodation Sector

The Green Party has begun the process for a Select Committee inquiry into student accommodation, which has been exposed during COVID-19 as an under-regulated sector that straddles students with unfair debt.

Govt’s Seabird Plan Of Action Panders To Fishing Industry, Says Greenpeace

The National Plan of Action for Seabirds, released by the Government today, puts the fate of threatened species firmly in the hands of the fishing industry, says Greenpeace.

Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Plans A Climate Smart Economic Recovery

Hawke’s Bay’s Regional Council is focussed on stimulating a climate smart recovery to address the economic challenges facing the region from both COVID-19 and the drought.

New Goal Of Zero Seabird Deaths On Fishing Boats

The new National Action Plan for protecting seabirds from commercial fishing hooks and nets has made a big leap forward, with a new goal of reducing seabird deaths to zero. However, Forest & Bird is warning that without cameras on boats the plan will not succeed.

Phil Twyford Big On Promises But Can’t Deliver

Economic Development Minister Phil Twyford has continued his streak of non-delivery with no infrastructure projects underway since calling for industry to come forward with shovel ready projects two months ago, National’s Economic Development spokesperson Judith Collins says.

Government ‘whitewash’ Hides Migration Crisis From Public

Immigration regulations newly-introduced by Government that applications from migrants trapped offshore with valid work visas need clearance through a Lead Agency (Government Dept responsible for a specific industry) are nothing but a political whitewash,” says Ms June Ranson, chair of the New Zealand Association of Migration and Investment (NZAMI).

Missing trampers Dion Reynolds and Jessica O'Connor found alive, police confirm

Missing trampers Dion Reynolds and Jessica O'Connor have been found alive with minor injuries after 18 days lost in the bush.

More For Some, Less For Others

The Government’s new welfare scheme is ill targeted and provides the most support to those who need it the least, National’s Social Development spokesperson Louise Upston says.

Te Rerenga Wairua Safe And Ready To Go

Tracks are cleared, facilities have been cleaned and Te Rerenga Wairua is safe for visitors (manuhiri).

Missing Trampers Found, Tasman

Missing trampers Dion Reynolds and Jessica O’Connor have been found alive in the Anatori search area.

Public Meetings At COVID-19 Alert Level 2 - What Happens Now

At Alert Levels 4 and 3, Nelson City Council held all of its public meetings remotely, via Zoom, to comply with Government rules around gatherings of people.

Five Arrested In Northland Meth Operation

Northland Police have arrested five people as part of an ongoing operation targeting the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine in the region.

Mercury Bay Community Board Meet To Discuss Changes To Speed Limits For Joan Gaskell Drive And More

Our Mercury Bay Community Board met today.

Machinery Must Be Used For Shifting Heavy Items

Machinery should be used for shifting heavy items – not staff. That is the message from WorkSafe after a worker on an Otago dairy farm was left with a spinal injury.

MediaWorks Layoffs Call Into Question The Value Of Bailouts

The Taxpayers’ Union is urging the Government to urgently reassess its seemingly bottomless support for struggling media companies who take taxpayer money one day, and sack hundreds of staff the next.

Govt Undermines Democracy By Pushing 15 Bills In 17 Hours

“The Government is undermining democracy by progressing 15 bills in the space of just 17 hours,” according to ACT Leader David Seymour.

Parliament: Questions and Answers May 27 2020

1. TODD MULLER (Leader of the Opposition) to the Prime Minister: When she said yesterday that the Government was "using the tax system to get cashflow to small business", what did she mean by that?

Best Graphics Cards under Rs 15,000

A list of three Graphics Cards that cost Rs 15000 or less.

Coronavirus: Formula One cost-cutting measures approved

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the FIA has approved Formula One's cost-cutting proposals.

‘Russia passed COVID-19 peak’, says Putin; Orders World War II victory parade next month

After peaking in mid-May at more than 11,000 new cases per day, the number of daily infections has dropped below 9,000.

Israel reports 23 fresh COVID-19 cases, no new deaths reported

The number of recoveries increased to 14,457 with 150 new recoveries, while the number of active cases decreased to 2,019.

US Vice President Mike Pence’s press secretary returns to work after recovering from COVID-19

After Miller tested positive for the coronavirus on May 8, the White House implemented a new policy that required West Wing staff to wear face masks.

Suspect arrested over deadly arson attack at Japanese animation studio: Report

He is also accused of attempted murder over the injuries of 34 people, and possessing knives on the street without legitimate reasons, in violation of Japan's strict laws on weapons.

Centre playing vendetta politics: Student leaders condemn activists’ arrest amid pandemic

At a press briefing held via video-conference app Zoom, former student leaders Kanhaiya Kumar and Umar Khalid hit out at the police for arresting Jamia Millia Islamia and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) students for their alleged involvement in orchestrating communal riots in northeast Delhi.

United Nations to honour five Indian peacekeepers posthumously

Major Ravi Inder Singh Sandhu and Sergeant Lal Manotra Tarsem, who served with the UN Mission in South Sudan; Sergeant Ramesh Singh with the UN Interim Force in Lebanon; Private Johnsion Beck with the UN Disengagement Observer Force and Edward Agapito Pinto, who served in a civilian capacity with the UN Organisation Stabilisation Mission in Congo, will posthumously receive the Dag Hammarskjold Medal on the International Day of UN Peacekeepers observed on May 29.

Delhi High Court directs Centre, AAP to present steps taken to tackle COVID-19 cases

The bench observed that a person, whose family or friend is found COVID-19 positive, they should be able to call the helplines to not only report such occurrence, but to also seek medical guidance and assistance, if hospitalisation is necessary keeping in view of the condition of the patient.

Jaipur residents urge state government to do ‘surgical strike’ on locusts as insects swathe city

"I have been unable to sleep since Monday when I saw lakhs of these insects creating havoc in my house on Monday and Tuesday."

Yogi Adityanath takes U-turn on order making permission must for hiring migrants by other states

In a two-pronged strategy to secure migrants, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of workers.

Social media creates wild fire in hills, Uttarakhand govt launches campaign

Photographs of forest fire turning wild in Uttarakhand took the attention of netizens and they began making a post on social media.

Himachal BJP Chief resigns amidst alleged corruption in health department

Bindal said some people were pointing fingers at BJP indirectly after the Director, Health Services was arrested by Anti Corruption and Vigilance Bureau

Nitish Kumar holds meeting with state Health Department, stresses on door to door screening of migrants

The CM said that keeping in view the future challenges, the health infrastructure of the state should be further strengthened and it should be expanded.

Former Alaska state Rep. Bob Lynn dies at age 87

JUNEAU, Alaska — Former Alaska state Rep. Bob Lynn has died. He was 87.

White House defends, but does not explain, watchdog firings

WASHINGTON — The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, but the administration offered no new details about why they were let go.

Police surround Hong Kong legislature before anthem debate

HONG KONG — Police massed outside Hong Kong’s legislature complex Wednesday before lawmakers debate a bill that would criminalize abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

Iran's newly elected parliament convenes despite pandemic

TEHRAN, Iran — Iran convened its newly elected parliament on Wednesday, dominated by conservative lawmakers and under strict social distancing regulations, as the country struggles to curb the spread of the coronavirus that has hit the nation hard.

Documentary focuses on unlikely champion of Mexican cuisine

NEW YORK — If you add garlic to your guacamole, we have bad news: You’re not doing it right. Do you mince the onion? That’s also a no-no. And, please, leave the avocado lumpy.

Rebel groups kill at least 40 in attacks in eastern Congo

BENI, Congo — Rebels have killed at least 40 people in several attacks in Congo’s eastern Irumu territory, a local civil rights group says.

Puerto Rico court orders new murder trial for judge's son

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The son of a federal judge convicted in 2014 of killing his wife in one of Puerto Rico’s most high-profile cases will get a new trial, an appeals court ruled Wednesday.

Firetruck collides with TTC bus while responding to 2-vehicle collision

A firetruck collided with a TTC bus while the emergency vehicle was at the scene of an earlier crash on Avenue Road and Wilson Avenue.

Mike Pence predicted the pandemic would be 'behind us' by Memorial Day. Instead, hospitalizations are rising as deaths near 100,000.

US deaths from the virus neared the devastating milestone of 100,000 over the holiday weekend and US hospitalizations are ticking up again.

Pentagon watchdog who was demoted as part of Trump's oversight purge abruptly resigns

Glenn Fine was one of several watchdogs in the Trump administration to be removed in a purge that's been compared to "Friday night massacres."

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

L&T Heavy Engineering achieves delivery of critical equipment during lockdown

L&T Heavy Engineering achieves delivery of critical equipment during lockdown

WTTC launches world’s first ever global safety stamp

The landmark move by WTTC has also received the backing of the influential United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

Kuwaiti minister carries Emir’s message for King Salman and Crown Prince

Kuwaiti minister carries Emir’s message for King Salman and Crown Prince

For Israel’s Future, Adopt the Trump Peace Plan

Tomorrow must include no less than exists today, which is why Israel must implement the U.S. “Peace to Prosperity” plan and apply sovereignty.

IDF Rounds Up Suspects in PA Again as Gen. Kochavi Prepares for July Sovereignty

The IDF chief—probably the best man at that helm in decades—is preparing to give the prime minister the security cover he would require to carry out the partial annexation.

Senior Chassidic Dayan Joins Boycott of Eliezer Berland

Last week, three of the world's most prestigious Haredi courts issued a harsh and unprecedented ruling against Berland.

Restaurants, Pools Open in Israel as COVID-19 Restrictions Eased

The renewed operations are subject to strict observance of physical distancing, wearing masks, observance of the rules of hygiene, the marking of places for standing in line, regulating the numbers of customers, and subject to the detailed Purple Badge standard instructions.

57 More Students in Quarantine After 2 Students Infected in Moshav Tzofit

Hundreds of students entered quarantine this week after infections in multiple schools.

Education Ministry to Offer 18-Day Summer Camp Program, July 14 – August 6

This will significantly reduce the financial burden of their parents and reduce gaps in Israeli society.

Ari Fuld on Shavuot: On the Indigenous People of Israel and Why There is a Shofar on Yom Kippur and Shavuot

Ari talks about the holidays of Shavuot and Yom Kippur, the Shofar that connects the two holidays, and the indigenous people of the Land of Israel.

8 Haredim Arrested in Buenos Aires Wedding

The groom and bride, their parents and the rabbi who conducted the chupah – all Haredi Jews – were arrested.

Israeli Elderly Emerge from Isolation in ‘Nature Tuesday’ Program

The Nature Tuesday initiative has been reactivated as part of the struggle against loneliness.

Fatah Officials Fear Israel is Working to Replace Abbas

PA officials believe that since Abbas is no longer cooperating with Israel, then Israel will try to replace him.

Misusing the Bible Against Vaccination

Invoking the Bible and God is intended not as a stimulus to further debate, but rather as an argument- stopper: God is against it; no further discussion, research or argument is necessary; the debate is over.

Group Of Rabbis Declare: No Compromise On Teaching Immorality

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Obama, Covert Jihadi – Phantom Nation [audio]

Obama, Islam, Iran and the criminal abuse of Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn

Investigating The Trump Investigators Is Not A Distraction

Was President Obama telling those present not to end the existing probe of President-elect Donald Trump?

Fighting For The Hearts And Minds Of 500 Million People: An Interview with Leah Soibel, Founder of Fuente Latina

Other organizations also bring Spanish-language journalists to Israel, but we’re the only organization that has a follow-up mechanism and that works 24/7 to provide these journalists and influencers with anything they need to cover Israel.

Israel’s New International Upper Hand

Certainly now and going forward, any approach that does not reflect the even greater political, economic, military and technological contrast between the two sides would be absurd and futile.

Privately, Arab States Won’t Sacrifice Own Interests for Endless Palestinian Authority Demands

Sunni nations . . .would not want to risk their coinciding interests with the US and Israel over the annexation.

No backing down say sources on stand off with China

India says that it will not allow any change in status quo on the LAC. We have faced similar situations in the past and will face this one too with strength, the officer also said.

Ram Temple trust chief offers prayers at shrine after 28 years

Ram temple trust chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das has offered prayers at the Ram Lalla shrine here on what is said to be his first visit to the makeshift temple in nearly three decades.

Karnataka’s decision to open religious places subject to MHA guidelines

The Karnataka government has hinted at opening up of religious places, but also added that this would be subject to what the Centre would have to say once the lockdown ends on May 31.

With 6,387 fresh cases, India's COVID-19 tally crosses 1.5 lakh-mark; death toll at 4,337

With 6,387 fresh cases in the last 24 hours, the total number of coronavirus infections in India crossed the 1.5 lakh-mark on Wednesday.India's tollay tally now stands at 1,51,767. This number includes the 4,337 people who have lost their lives and 64,425 people who have been treated and discharged.

Twitter fact checks Donald Trump

Twitter has labelled two tweets from US President, Donal Trump as unsubstantiated and accused him of making false claims on Tuesday. This is for the first time that Twitter has taken such action after resisting for long calls to censure the US President.

Karnataka mandates week-long institutional quarantine for passengers from 7 states

A week-long institutional quarantine will have to be undergone by passengers arriving by domestic flights in Karnataka from seven particular states, including Maharashtra, Delhi and Tamil Nadu, where COVID-19 cases are high, the state government has said.

Need aggressive testing: Harvard expert tells Rahul Gandhi

Speaking to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, global public health professional Ashish Jha said that not just lockdown, aggressive testing is needed to tackale the deadly coronavirus.

Congress moves Supreme Court on plight of migrant labourers

Senior Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala moved the Supreme Court on Wednesday seeking to intervene in the matter in which it has taken cognisance of the 'unfortunate and miserable' plight of migrant labourers who have been stranded across the country due to the COVID-19 lockdown.

Ram Temple trust chief offers prayers at shrine after 28 years

Ram temple trust chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das has offered prayers at the Ram Lalla shrine here on what is said to be his first visit to the makeshift temple in nearly three decades.

Cong to launch 'SpeakUp' campaign to raise voice of poor, migrants, small businesses

The Congress will launch a 'SpeakUp' campaign on May 28 to help raise the voice of the poor, migrants, small businesses and the middle class people before the central government.

Fake: No military lockdown of Mumbai, Pune announced

There is a message on the social media that claims that Mumbai and Pune would be under a military lockdown.

Oli fails to drum up support: Nepal’s new map put on hold

Sources familiar with the development tell OneIndia that Oil had failed to build a consensus. May felt that this was an effort on Oli's part to whip up ultra-nationalistic sentiments against India.

Jaylen Brown Calls Out Central Park ‘Karen’ For Blatant Racism (TWEET)

(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) With the recent uproar involving the recent death of Minneapolis man George Floyd at the…

Jon Jones Blasts Cops That Killed George Floyd: “You’re a Pu–y, Shouldn’t Be Wearing That Badge” (TWEETS)

Jon Jones feels like everybody who has seen that horrific video of a Minneapolis police officer with his knee and…

Here Comes the Heat…

Ford has a coronavirus-scrubbing solution that, while not great for the environment, will at least bring peace of mind to law enforcement officers.

Murder, Arson, and Hundreds of Charges: Cops Wade Into Canuck Towing War

What started out as simple rivalry between tow companies devolved into a full-scale conflict that boasted every ingredient of organized crime: guns, drugs, money, intimidation, arson, and murder.

Queen Elizabeth was once thrown in the back of a Land Rover after a security breach

While in Jamaica, the queen was thrown in the back of a van, for her own protection, of course.

The first batch of Sri Lankans leaves Doha in special repatriation flight

The first batch of Sri Lankans departed from Doha as part of a repatriation drive by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Qatar, yesterday.  A total of 275 were onboard Srilankan Airlines flight UL 218 departed from Hamad International Airport.

Don’t panic but stay safe, says doctor who recovered from COVID-19

People should not panic but follow the precautionary measure by the government to limit the spread of COVID-19, says doctor who recovered from virus in Qatar.

Emergency cases decrease during Eid holidays

At least 1,485 patients were treated at the Hamad Medical Corporation’s main Emergency Department at Hamad General Hospital (HGH) during the first three days of Eid Al Fitr. However, none of the cases were critical and the numbers have reduced compared to previous years, said an official. 

Death toll from Covid-19 rises to 30 as 1740 more cases and 1439 recoveries reported in Qatar on May 27

Ministry of Public Health today reported 1,740 new confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), and 1,439 new recovered patients in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of recovered cases in Qatar to 13,283. The Ministry also announced 2 deaths due to the virus

Urgent medical aid shipment from Qatar arrives in Ukraine

QNA In implementation of the directives of the Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, a cargo plane loaded with urgent medical aid provided by Qatar through Qatar Fund For Development (QFFD) has arrived in Ukraine, in support of the efforts of Ukraine to address the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

Texas A&M at Qatar producing face shields for Qatar Red Crescent to aid in virus fight

Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) will soon have 1,000 critically needed new face shields to protect its volunteers, thanks to the state-of-the-art 3D printing and manufacturing facilities and expertise in the Mechanical Engineering Program at Texas A&M University at Qatar, a Qatar Foundation partner university.

One in every 10 Portuguese asked for a loan to pay bills

One in every 10 Portuguese has had to apply for a new loan to pay bills

Portugal talking to Britain to secure 'air bridge' for tourism

Portugal and Britain are in talks to try and secure an air corridor for tourists that would allow British visitors to avoid a COVID-19 quarantine upon returning home.

COVID 19: Portugal Update, 27 May

Portugal registered today a total of 1,356 covid-19-related deaths, 14 more than on Tuesday, and 31,292 infected, 285 more, according to the epidemiological bulletin released by the Directorate-General for Health.

COVID-19: Narendra Modi speaks with Sri Lankan PM

PM Narendra Modi speaks and congratulated Sri Lankan PM Mahinda Rajapaksa on Wednesday on completing 50 years as a parliamentarian.

Portugal has already carried out more than 770 thousand diagnostic tests

Portugal has carried out more than 770 thousand diagnostic tests for covid-19 since the beginning of March and managed to "pass the barrier" of the 20,000 on 15 May, said the Secretary of State for Health.

Maritime Police promise special attention at unattended beaches

The commander-in-chief of the Maritime Police (PM)has said that special attention will be given to unsupervised beaches during the bathing season, reinforcing surveillance when there are more bathers in those areas.

Formula 1 cars will be heavier again in 2021 and 2022

Where current drivers and also former Formula 1 drivers complain stone and leg about the weight of the Formula 1 cars, there is bad news for 2021. The cars will be heavier again next year.

Horner has a solution for limited budget, but still expects pain

Especially teams in the midfield and rear of Formula 1 are struggling due to the corona crisis and are even threatened in their survival if this would last longer. That is why the budget ceiling will be lowered even further in the coming years. However, this will have consequences for the top teams, Christian Horner explains to The Race.

Red Bull Racing and Ferrari allies in battle against heavier cars

On Wednesday morning it was announced that Formula 1 is likely to agree to further increase the minimum weight of F1 cars in the coming years. It is a subject that is complained about a lot, especially by drivers, because it makes the cars drive less lively, but that is not the reason that these teams are against it.

Organizations want to continue remote work but aren't equipped for secure access

The current crisis has led to a big increase in numbers of people working remotely. Many businesses seem set to continue that when normality returns, but a new report suggests they're not equipped to do so securely.

CMCO: 38 detained for gathering to take photos at Taman Semabok Perdana

MELAKA, May 26 — A total of 38 individuals were arrested for gathering to take photograph of the lotus flower scenery at the catchment area in Taman Semabok Perdana today.

Bihar Minister Courts Controversy As He Flouts Social Distancing Norms While Honouring 'Bicycle Girl'

She has caught the world's attention after she bicycled her injured father 1,200 km to reach her native village from Gurugram more than a week ago.

Yogi Prahlad Jani, Who Claimed to Survive Without Food or Water For 76 Years, Dies at 90 in Gujarat

He claimed that he had stopped taking food and water at the age of 14, and survived only on air, because the Goddess sustained him.

Sanitizing Lanes, Places of Worship, This Woman is Doing Her Bit in COVID-19 Times

Uzma had a tough time convincing her husband and in-laws to carry out sanitization during Ramzan.

West Bengal News: Week After Cyclone Amphan, Kolkata Hit by Gusty Winds, Downpour

Notably, the second storm hit the city at a speed not much less than Cyclone Amphan itself, that gusted through at a speed of 110-130 kmph in Kolkata.

Paw-fect! Karnataka Police Gears up For Admission of 50 Dogs to Strengthen The Squad

Costing Rs 2.5 crore, a squad of 50 dogs will be inducted to strengthen the Karnataka Police force

Delhi LG Office Sealed After Junior Assistant Tests COVID-19 Positive, 40 Employees Quarantined

At least 40 staff members have been asked to undergo coronavirus test. The building has been sealed off for disinfection process.

We Will Not Learn! French NGO Collects Masks-Gloves And Other Medical Waste in Mediterranean Sea-Bed Amid COVID-19

Damaging the environment with irresponsible medical waste disposal during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, 200 litres of COVID-19 waste apart from surgical face masks and latex gloves were collected by a French NGO from the Mediterranean sea-bed around the Antibes

Sino-Indian border standoff: Qureshi says Delhi threatening regional peace

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday accused New Delhi of "threatening regional peace" through its "aggressive behaviour" as tensions soared between China and India as their b

KP reimposes restrictions relaxed for Eidul Fitr

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government on Wednesday announced the reimposition of Covid-19 restrictions which were relaxed last week for Eidul Fitr.In a media talk, Adviser to KP Chief Minister

Qureshi accuses India of triggering Ladakh border standoff

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday pointed to New Delhi's "illegal constructions" in the disputed Ladakh region as the reason behind the recent standoff between the Chinese

176 stranded Pakistanis return from India

LAHORE: Another 176 Pakistani nationals stranded in India returned through the Wagah border on Wednesday.The border, which had been closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, was opened exclusively f

Zara Abid attacked online after death in plane crash

Supermodel Zara Abid, who was presumed dead in a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) plane crash last week, was attacked by online trolls who condemned her profession and lifestyle soon after her de

India-Nepal border dispute- new strategic dimensions   

Part of the Hindutva agendaBy: Bilal Ahmad SheikhIndian  Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 80-kilometre (50-mile) Lipulekh road, which will serve as the shortest route betwee

Pakistan rejects incorrect media reports on OIC’s UN envoys virtual moot

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday rejected incorrect media reports of the virtual meeting of the ambassadors of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to the United Nations (UN) held on May 20,

FBR to facilitate businessmen in tax matters

Budget proposals sent by the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) would be given due consideration and they would be helpful in finalising the federal budget for 2020-21, said Federal Boa

Police arrest Aasia Bibi’s sister for husband’s murder

Najma Bibi, the sister of Aasia Bibi who was acquitted by the Supreme Court (SC) in a blasphemy case in 2018, was arrested by the police on Wednesday for being an accomplice in her husband’s murder.

Tareen asks govt to acknowledge his payments to sugarcane farmers

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Jahangir Khan Tareen on Wednesday said that he would be grateful if the government spokespersons acknowledge the farmer compensation figures from 2017-18

Coronavirus cases cross 60,000, death toll climbs to 1,239

ISLAMABAD: Coronavirus cases in Pakistan crossed the 60,000 mark on Wednesday while the death toll climbed to 1,239.21,118 cases have so far been detected in Punjab, 24,206 in Sindh, 8,483 in Khyb

Man seriously injured after shooting in Scarborough

A shooting in Scarborough Tuesday evening has left a man with serious injuries, police say.

Huawei executive loses court ruling, extradition case continues

A B.C. Supreme Court judge has ruled against a Huawei executive wanted on fraud charges in the United States.

Woman airlifted to hospital after SUV slams into back of stopped transport truck on Hwy. 401

Two people were rushed to hospital, including one in life-threatening condition, after their SUV slammed into the back of a immobilized transport truck on Highway 401 near Ajax.

'I think we owe it to the public:' Peel residents could soon have access to neighbourhood-specific COVID-19 data

Peel Region residents could soon have access to geographic data that will show which neighbourhoods have become the biggest hotspots for COVID-19.

Fiscal Advisory Council warns debt will be 'almost at historic highs' after COVID-19 crisis

The acting chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council has said the debt ratio here will be 'almo...

FOI: 38 former TDs receive payments of at least €1m

Thirty-eight former TDs have received payments of at least €1m since February’s general elect...

Dublin café owner looking to put in place portaloos to highlight lack of public toilets in city

Business owners are warning that a lack of public toilets in Dublin city will be a significant pr...

'Blanket recommendation' for over-70s to cocoon was a mistake, expert believes

The 'blanket recommendation' for people over-70 to cocoon was a 'mistaken' one, according to one ...

Varadkar says roadmap for reopening may be accelerated if numbers allow

The Taoiseach has said some sections of the roadmap for reopening could be brought forward if the...

Varadkar: Decision on how long to extend COVID-19 payments for may be made by next government

The decision on how long the COVID-19 emergency payments will last may be made by the next govern...

Mary Elmes: Documentary On Newstalk

"It’s estimated that at least 80 children were directly saved by Mary Elmes. She never sought a...

Ryan "not obsessed" with leadership amid Green Party challenge

Eamon Ryan has said he will be happy to work with Catherine Martin if she takes his leadership of...

North Dublin locals shocked and angry after 'vicious' attacks involving gangs of youths

Locals in Portmarnock and Baldoyle have expressed shock and anger at a recent increase in anti-s...

Sil Fox: Photos being ‘splashed all over papers’ after court appearances 'isn't right’

Comedian Sil Fox, who has been cleared of sexual assault, says it's 'not right' that photographs ...

McGuinness says Ireland will “fight for its fair share” of EU recovery fund

Ireland’s Vice President of the European Parliament has insisted the country will “fight for ...

Dog squad to get 50 dogs for Rs 2.5 crore

As many as 50 dogs will be adopted and inducted into the Dog Squad at a cost of Rs 2.

Woman gang-raped by two men, but her ordeal doesn’t end there

A 27-year-old woman from Jharkhand was gang-raped by two men inside the labour shed in a factory in Kumbalgodu, where she was working.

Drivers on leave, commuters wait

Passengers were seen waiting for hours to board BMTC buses With about 6000 bus drivers and conductors yet to report to duty, there’s a severe shortage of manpower in the Bangalore Metropolitan Transpo.

‘Complete syllabus with online classes’

Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa has directed the Higher Education Department to complete the syllabus by conducting online classes.

Curfew no bar for encroachers in Kalyan Nagar

Residents say in the night, a compound wall is being constructed on a CA site that houses 100-yr-old memorial Seems like the lockdown has come as a cover for the activities of encroachers to flourish .

Kalaburgi district records maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius

Karnataka's Kalaburgi district recorded a maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, as per information provided by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Online Sexual Harassment On The Rise During MCO

The severity of online sexual harassment cannot be undermined — this has been proven in the recent case of Thivya Nayagi, whose cyberbullying and online sexual harassment resulted in her [dying by] suicide.

Malaysians Stuck In Kampungs After Celebrating Hari Raya May Get Fired By Employers

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob now challenges those who managed to slip past interstate borders to return home before their employers fire them for not showing up at work.

M'sians Who Defied CMCO To Balik Kampung Could Lose Jobs If They Fail To Return To Work

Defence Minister Ismail Sabri now challenges those who managed to slip past interstate borders to return home before their employers fire them if they do not report to work after two consecutive days.

3 suspects arrested in connection with the murder of a woman in Kabul city

The security forces arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of a woman a day before the first day of Eid in Kabul city.

US commanders discussing ‘Earlier than planned Significant troops reduction’ in Afghanistan

The U.S. commanders are discussing options for significantly reducing the U.S. troops in Afghanistan, a move that could bring all U.S. troops back before the voters go to the polls in next presidential elections.

Afghanistan records 625 new positive cases of coronavirus in past 24 hours

The authorities in Afghanistan recorded 625 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) across the country in the past 24 hours.

US Lawmakers Raise Amendment in Privacy Bill Concerning Warrantless Surveillance Against its Citizens

Both sides of the aisle will deal with privacy issues that will deter unwarranted surveillance of Americans by the government.

COVID-19 Update: Hydroxychloroquine Trials Continue Despite Suspensions from World Health Organization

The British coronavirus trial of the anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine will continue despite studies of the drug being suspended by the World Health Organization due to concerns and fears that it may raise the risk of deaths globally.

[BREAKING] FBI: US Naval Base Terror Shooting Only Has One Shooter, No One Else

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) now throws the assumption that there were two suspects behind the Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Shooting. The agency confirms that only one shooter was behind the incident.

Two Jamaican nationals living in Collier County charged with lottery scam

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested two men in connection to a lottery scam that involved victims throughout the United States.

Fort Myers Police locate suspect who broke into a Publix in Lehigh Acres

FMPD responded to an alarm at a Publix on Lee Boulevard. They noticed someone had tried to break in. Citizens notified police about a possible suspect. They were able to apprehend the man.

Man says he broke into San Diego bank just so he could heat up his Hot Pockets

A man who was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a Chollas View bank early Wednesday morning apparently entered the branch just so he can heat up his Hot Pocket sandwiches.

DOJ: Man plotted attack in Tampa Bay area on behalf of ISIS

The Department of Justice said Al-Azhari had researched and looked into potential targets in the Tampa Bay area, including Honeymoon island. He had also rehearsed parts of an attack and the statements he would make during an attack, according to DOJ.

Comedian Idris Sultan charged with failure to register Sim Card, released on bail

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Try these foods to reduce facial fat | TheHealthSite.com

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May 27: 17 New Cases of COVID-19 in Bulgaria - Total Reached 2460

The National Operations Headquarters provided up-to-date data on the situation with the coronavirus in the country during the regular morning briefing. 17 new positive probes have been identified.

World Continues To Reel Under Relentless COVID-19 Attack As Overall Cases Top 5.4 Million, Death Toll Over 3.4 Lakhs: WHO

According to the WHO, the global case tally currently is reported at 5,404,512, a stupendous rise by 99,780 over the past day. The death count worldwide stands at 343,51, a major surge by 1,486.

Mystic Who Could Survive Without Food Or Water Dies, Find Out More About Prahlad Jani

Prahlad Jani they mystic who became famous for his unique way of surviving without food or water died at 91 in his native village.

Relief From Heatwave In North India Soon! Temperature Likely To Dip Down From May 29

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that there might be some relief in the heatwave conditions from May 29. Many places in North India recorded temperatures over 45 degrees celsius.

COVID-19: the race to find a vaccine

COVID-19 has sparked an unprecedented shift in R&D.

Zimbabwe braces for Covid-19 spike

Health Minister Obadiah Moyo told Parliament that Government was bracing for a spike in coronavirus infections in the country mainly coming from returnees and d...

COVID19 makes work of civil society organizations very difficult in rural areas

Bulawayo Vendors and Traders Association director Michael Mdladla Ndiweni has said COVID-19 has made work of civil society organizations very difficult in rural...

Mr President, people of good conscience will not remain silent

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Mnangagwa told to form a GNU by Zanu-PF stalwart

Former Cabinet minister Tshinga Dube has called on Emmerson Mnangagwa to form a government of national unity with the opposition to end the country's challenges...

Tortured abductees charged over lockdown hunger protest

ZIMBABWEAN authorities on Tuesday charged three opposition MDC-Alliance party youth leaders, who are victims of abduction and torture, with committing public vi...

ZANU PF calls for arrest of more MDC officials

ZANU PF Acting Spokesperson Patrick Chinamasa says the party is calling for arrests of more MDC officials who were involved in the infamous Warren park demonstr...

BREAKING: Abducted MDC ladies atteds court at Parktown Hospital

Three MDC activists who were arrested for staging an illegal demonstration in Warren Park have appeared before a magistrate at a court session that was held at ...

Fuel challenges worse without Tagwirei, says Mliswa

Norton legislator Temba Mliswa said fuel challenges continue to be experienced even without the business tycoon Kudakwashe Tagwirei who was believed to be a car...

Tsvangirai's son shows Chamisa the middle finger

THE late MDC founding father Morgan Tsvangirai's son, Vincent, defied Nelson Chamisa's directive after he attended the National Assembly sitting yesterday.This ...

Mpilo Clinical Director Solwayo Ngwenya clarifies his Coronavirus statement

Mpilo Hospital Clinical Director Dr Solwayo Ngwenya has issued a statement disputing reports that he had acquired the deadly Coronavirus. In a Twitter statement...

Chaos rocks Ministry of Health over new Coronavirus cases

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Tshinga Dube calls for GNU to rescue economy

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WATCH: Horrifying Video Shows Black Man Being Callously Killed By US Police Officers During Arrest

A horrifying video has gone viral which shows an unarmed 46-year-old black man named George Floyd being killed during an arrest by four police officers

Chiredzi Hospital Drama As Good Samaritan Kidnaps Woman’s New Born Baby

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Man Killed For Stealing From Prophet Bushiri In South Africa

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Government Rubbishes Rumors That Schools Will Open On 1 June

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Bishop Demands Compensation For Lost Revenue From Tithes And Offerings During Lockdown

A South African bishop has demanded compensation from the government for revenue lost during the national lockdown when people were prohibited

Zimbabwe Holds Court Proceedings In Hospital For Tortured Opposition Activists

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Coronavirus in Mumbai: Body of female employee deployed on COVID-19 duty at St George Hospital found inside a lift

A body of a 45-year-old female employee deployed on COVID-19 at St George Hospital near Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) was found inside a lift on Wednesday.

Mumbai: Female employee deployed on COVID-19 duty at St George Hospital found dead inside a lift

Coronavirus Update: Mumbai Fire brigade sets up quarantine facility for its frontline staff

‘No mask, no ride’ policy in South Korea

The government, in a new directive, ordered buses and taxi drivers to limit or refuse to offer rides to passengers who do not wear masks as part of the tightened quarantine measures against the pandemic outbreak

Love has no gender: Costa Rica legalises same-sex marriage

Couples scheduled ceremonies - mostly private due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but some that would be broadcast - to celebrate their unions before judges and notaries after the ban was lifted at midnight

Chicago sees deadliest Memorial day in years

10 people shot dead and 32 severely injured

Avoid complete shutdown, circulate shops numbers: HC tells authorities

Woman booked for Tik-Tok video in police uniform

Over 30% of Maharashtra's temporary jails already crowded

Man murdered in Aarey, four detained

UK junior minister resigns over Dominic Cummings row

Johnson's embattled Chief Strategy Adviser faced a volley of hostile questions from the media on Monday evening when Downing Street took the unusual step for a staffer to address his own press conference amid growing anger from all sides of the political spectrum, including Johnson's own Conservative Party

Lockdown 4.0: Here's a proposed map for the state government to reopen Mumbai

Risk of infection remains and its spread cannot be contained but one has to learn to live in a new environment.

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Sessions court principal judge suggests that courts work at 25% capacity from June 1

Thane Municipal Corporation recruits paramedical staff amid COVID crisis

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Muslims cremate and bury COVID-19 victims on Eid

Shiv Sena MLA Pratap Sarnaik seeks ACB probe into MBMC’s inflated tender

Radical steps for protection of migrant labour; best way to push demand and employment opportunities

Our capitalist-feudal system views labour as a factor of production and not human beings.

Coronavirus in Mumbai: BMC plans to school its students online

Countries ease coronavirus lockdown after months of lockdown

Iran cafes are on after 2 months, whereas, Sri Lanka relaxes COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and Bethlehem Nativity Church reopens

MVA govt: Differences in perception but ‘no cracks’

Though the Uddhav Thackeray government is stable for now and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis has gone overboard in his criticism of the MVA leadership, there is no denying the different perceptions.

Devendra Fadnavis is impatient and desperate but state govt is stable: Sharad Pawar

Nationalist Congress Party strongman Sharad Pawar on Tuesday slammed former chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, saying that he is impatient and desperate but the state government is quite strong, safe and stable.

Coronavirus in Thane: List of COVID-19 containment zones in Thane city, Kalwa, Diva and Mumbra issued by TMC as of May 27

The Thane Municipal Corporation in Maharashtra has ordered complete lockdown in Mumbra area from Tuesday midnight in view of the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the city.

Mumbai Crime: 22-year-old youth becomes victim of 'sextortion'

On May 19, a 22-year-old youth residing in south Mumbai was mortified when his mother came to him after she received a sexually explicit video of her son on one of her social media accounts.

Coronavirus in Navi Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones in Vashi, Belapur, Nerul, Airoli and Turbhe released by NMMC as of May 27

With 1,002 new COVID-19 cases reported in Mumbai today, the total cases in the city have risen to 32,791, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said in a bulletin on Tuesday.

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones from Colaba in SoBo to Borivali in West and Mulund in East issued by BMC as of May 27

COVID-19 in Madhya Pradesh: Neemuch crosses century mark

Coronavirus in Kalyan-Dombivli: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones issued by Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) as of May 27

Maharashtra on Tuesday notched a record 97 deaths, up by 21 over the previous high of 76 fatalities recorded last Tuesday (May 19).

First koala born since Australia's devastating bushfires; handlers name it 'Ash'

India will ruin its economy very quickly if it had severe lockdown, Swedish health expert tells Rahul Gandhi

Heat wave condition intensifies in several parts of north, west India

Several parts of north and west India reeled under scorching heat wave with the temperature touching 50 degrees Celsius in Rajasthan's Churu district on Tuesday.

Maharashtra Guv Bhagat Singh Koshyari modifies Scheduled Tribes and Forest Dwellers Act

Bloodbath amid lockdown: Hindustan Times fires 130-odd employees amid lockdown

No right to dissent? Mumbai police issues to take action against those making 'malicious', 'derogatory' remarks against Maha govt

The Mumbai Police on May 24 has re-issued prohibitory orders under section 144 of CrPC of the IPC against any social media messages which among others are deemed incorrect, derogatory.

Nitin Gadkari -- a leader who is helpful in good and bad times too

Madhya Pradesh: Premchand Guddu, who dubbed Scindia ‘traitor’, expelled from BJP

COVID-19 in Indore: BJP leader Mahendra Singh Solanki opts for self-quarantine

Indore: Strong will power helps sub-inspector stand victorious of COVID-19

Now Rahul's 'sister' Aditi Singh changes Twitter bio, drops Congress

MP people will give Scindia a befitting reply: Kamal Nath

A week after Cyclone Amphan, heavy rain, thunderstorm lashes Kolkata

NCHM JEE 2020 will be conducted on June 22, says National Testing Agency

Father, son killed in accident on national highway in UP's Farrukhabad

Maharashtra may follow Canada to hold online monsoon session in June

Congress urges government to address people's concerns on border standoff with China

3,604 Shramik Special trains ferried more than 48 lakh migrants since May 1

Indore: Corona suspects flee with family, police on alert

Neighbours told the police and health officials that the family might have gone to Pithampur where they have another house.

Maha govt orders fresh CID probe into suicide abetment case against Arnab Goswami

Nearly 10 lakh migrants ferried from Maharashtra by special trains

Indore: Man commits suicide after facing harassment from borrower

Due to the lockdown, Pahawa was facing some financial difficulties and he went to Rathi's place for his money on Tuesday.

Mumbai Crime: Duo kills man for assaulting ex-girlfriend, mother; arrested

Mumbai Crime: KYC frauds on the rise, cyber police caution users

'She just used a Quran verse to justify locust attacks...': Netizens pan Zaira Wasim for 'pseudo-secular' quote

Dangal actress Zarina Wasim is known to be a deeply religious person. On Tuesday, she tweeted a quote from the Quran which said “So We sent upon them the flood and locusts and lice and frogs and blood: Signs openly self explained: but they were steeped in arrogance- a people given to sin”.

Fake news alert: No new lockdown relaxations have been announced in Maharashtra confirm officials

Coronavirus in Mumbai: COVID-19 victim's kin alleges BMC of unresponsive

Three tested positive at Dongri children’s home, two discharged

Coronavirus in Mumbai: One-month-old baby successfully beats COVID-19 at Sion Hospital

Corona deaths in state cross 100-mark on Wednesday; highest one-day surge so far

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Resident doctors of CPS on COVID-19 duty win the battle of ‘equal work, equal pay’

Mumbai Crime: Fake call centre targeting foreigners busted from Andheri

Suspected Covid patient died for lack of ambulance to get her to hospital: Kin

Coronavirus in Madhya Pradesh: 6 more Raj Bhavan employees infected with COVID-19

All the infected patients have been admitted to Chirayu Hospital and the employees' quarter of Raj Bhavan has been turned into a containment zone.

BJP accuses Digvijaya Singh of flouting social distancing norms, party MLA alleges him of helping Jamaatis to spread coronavirus in Bhopal

Congress lashed at the BJP for making unnecessary political issue out of a social service extended to needy people during the lockdown.

More Than 450,000 Aussies Under 30 Have Hacked Into Their Super & JobKeeper Is Being Blamed

Kirstin Hunter, managing director of fund Future Super, says support measures don't go far enough.

Ugly Cry Alert: The Australian Reptile Park Just Welcomed Its 1st Post-Bushfire Koala Joey

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Melbourne Allegedly Has A Poo Jogger Of Its Very Own According To Grot CCTV Footage

An Albert Park resident says a man dropped trou, and something else, in a community garden.

10 new Covid cases in HP, tally reaches 234

Ten more people tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Himachal Pradesh, taking the number of cases to 234 on Tuesday, a Health Department official said. There are 161 active cases of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in the state and 61 people have recovered so far, Additional Chief

COVID-19: TN sees biggest single day spike of 817 cases

In the biggest single day spike, Tamil Nadu reported 817 fresh COVID-19 cases, which included 138 returnees from Maharashtra, on Wednesday pushing the infection count to 18,545 while six more deaths were recorded. With three men and an equal number of women succumbing to the virus, the fatalities

Forester caught with Rs 2.79L

Vigilance officers on Tuesday caught Angul district’s caught Chhendipada Forest Range Officer Manamohan Swain carrying Rs 2,79,000 collected as illegal gratification from different sources. The officers intercepted him at 6.30 at Mundali bridge on Cuttack city outskirts while he was proceeding

Haryana CM stresses water conservation, crop diversification

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said the State was making policies to save water and had sought farmers' suggestions and feedbacks. Expressing concern over falling groundwater level, he said while interacting with farmers in Kurukshetra town that it had reached below 40

83 NRIs return to Chandigarh

As many as 83 non-resident Indians belonging to Chandigarh have returned to the city till now. Out of these 83 persons, 16 persons have been discharged from the hotels on completion of seven days stay and after they were tested negative. Expatriates from abroad have returned to the city while 70

Damage to crops by wild boars, monkeys, blue bulls to be compensated: HoFF

Farmers whose crops and vegetables are damaged or destroyed or consumed by wild boars, monkeys and blue bulls will be given compensation. Stating this today on phone head of the forest force (HoFF) cum principal chief conservator of forest (PCCF) Jharkhand Shashi Nandkeolyar said, “I have been

Rs 24.50 Cr released from CM Fund for districts

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has released a total of Rs 24.50 crores to all the districts to fight the coronavirus pandemic. The money was released from Chief Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund, officials said on Tuesday. The Chief Minister’s office said Raipur, Baloda Bazar,

11 containment zones turns green

As eleven Covid -19 containment zones have turned green in Delhi, the national Capital still has 90 ‘active’ containment zones according to the Delhi Government. While 11 zones have been excluded of total Red Zones but corona cases have yet to start reducing New cases are being reported

Survey for jobs to all labourers starts

The survey has started in the State from today to ensure employment to all the labourers who have returned to Madhya Pradesh as per the wish of Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. After surveying the labourers of Madhya Pradesh returning to other States, they will be linked to the Sambal Yojana

Punjab issues advisory for international, domestic travellers entering State

Following Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh’s announcement mandating quarantine for people entering Punjab, the State Health Department on Tuesday issued a detailed advisory specifying health protocol and procedure for international as well as domestic travellers coming by air, rail and by

Himachal CM: Tribal Bhawan to start soon for facilitating tribal people

Himachal Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while addressing the chairpersons of Zila Parishads, Panchayat Samitis and Panchayat Pradhans of various Gram Panchayats of Kinnaur and Lahaul Spiti districts and Pangi, Bharmour and Killar area of Chamba district on Tuesday through video conferencing from

Covid-19 being dealt with effectively in Haryana: CM

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said that with the people exercising restraint while following the rules of lockdown, the Covid-19 outbreak in the State is being dealt with effective management by the Government. He said that the global corona epidemic is an unprecedented

CM’s Rs 72.66 cr relief for those in distress

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday provided compensation of Rs 72.66 crore to 3300 beneficiaries under the Mukhya Mantri Jan Kalyan Sambal Yojana through one click in the presence of Cabinet members. On this occasion, Chief Minister Chouhan said that this compensation amount is being

Airbus experts from France begin probe into Pak air crash

An 11-member team of technical experts of Airbus aerospace company visited the Jinnah International Airport here and inspected the runway, air traffic control tower and radar control station as part of its initial investigation into the PIA air crash involving its aircraft that killed 97 people,

Staffer, 10 inmates of Rohini Prison recover from corona

Delhi Prison authorities on Tuesday said that one staff member and ten inmates of Rohini jail have recovered and tested negative for Covid-19. Earlier, Head Wardern of central jail number 10 in Rohini had tested positive for coronavirus on May 15. "He was asymptomatic and had been kept in

NIT, Raipur, to hold online exam for final year students

Amid the Covid-19 induced lockdown, the National Institute of Technology, Raipur, is preparing to hold its examination online for final year students. The NIT Raipur Senate has decided to hold the examination in digital format. Accordingly, the final year students can take the examination through

Kolar Police nab three for stealing electronic goods worth Rs 1.5 lakh

Kolar police have nabbed three miscreants who targeted two shops at Gurukripa complex and escaped with electronic goods worth Rs 1.5 lakh on May 21. The nabbed accused were identified as Deepak, Ghanshyam and Raja. The three are habitual criminals and have been booked for several crimes in the

Quarantine inmates block NH in Bhadrak

Over 200 inmates blocked the National Highway-16 in Bhadrak district on Tuesday alleging that they were not provided food at the Temporary Medical Centre (TMC) on Monday night. The road blockade hit vehicular movement severely as hundreds of vehicles, remained stranded on both sides of the

55-yr-old COVID-19 positive man dies in Srinagar hospital; toll in J-K rises to 25

A 55-year-old man from Srinagar who had tested positive for coronavirus died at a hospital here on Wednesday, taking the COVID-19 related death toll in Jammu and Kashmir to 25, officials said. The man, hailing from the Fateh Kadal area of the city, died at the Chest Diseases (CD) hospital here,

Major administrative surgery in C’garh

The Chhattisgarh government on Tuesday unleashed a major bureaucratic reshuffle, transferring and posting 55 IAS officials including 22 District Collectors. According to an order issued by the General Administration Department, Additional Chief Secretary Amitabh Jain (IAS, 1989 batch), who was ACS

Bokaro reports 2 new Covid cases

Two new positive cases of Coronavirus infection have been found in Bokaro district, they have returned from Mumbai, informed Mukesh Kumar Deputy Commissioner Bokaro on Tuesday. Aged about 40 years, both are residents of Nawadih block, were admitted at COVID Hospital at Bokaro General Hospital

Arrivals continue to haggle over paid quarantine

People arriving from other states in Dehradun continued to argue with the district administration officials over paid quarantine on Tuesday. This was stated by Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Doiwala, Laxmi Raj Chauhan who is supervising the arrival of passengers in the district by flights.

Work up health infra, remove bottlenecks: LG to Health Dept

Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal directed officials of the health department to review the capacity building of medical infrastructure and remove bottlenecks immediately. Baijal advised for monitoring of containment zones on dynamic basis for focused action. He instructed concerned

Divided Opp still failing in its duty

The bottomline is that while the BJP has chalked out its agenda, the Opposition is still stumbling about Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be completing the first year of his second term in office on May 30. While critics are discussing the Modi Government’s report card, it makes one think about

2 officers in charge, 2 junior officers suspended

Superintendent of Police Kartik S has suspended the officer in charge of Barkagaon police station Swapan Kumar Mahto and Churchu officer in charge Tarun Baxala for the negligence in the duties. The SP said that the officer in charge of Barkagaon has used the third degree on the student under the

Application for B.Ed, M.Ed admission invited

The Government Education College for academic session 2020-22 has invited application for admission for Bachelor of Education and Masters in Education. The School Education Department's ‘E’ and ‘T’ category district education officer, Panchayat Development department, Urban department

UP reports fresh COVID-19 fatality; toll reaches 178

One more person died of coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, taking the toll in the state to 178, an official said. The state also reported 275 fresh COVID-19 cases, Principal Secretary Amit Mohan Prasad said. The coronavirus cases in the state have touched 6,823. Prasad said 3,855

2 fire cases, no casualty; 1,000 jhuggis gutted

In last 24 hours, two incidents of fire were reported in the National Capital. In first incident, over 1,000 shanties were gutted in fire, leaving hundreds of people homeless, after a massive fire broke out in the slums of South-East Delhi's Tughlakabad area late on Monday night. According

40 fresh cases in Kerala, COVID-19 tally breaches 1,000 mark

The COVID-19 Tally in Kerala crossed the one thousand mark on Wednesday, with 40 people,including 37 returnees from abroad and other states, testing positive for the coronavirus. The aggregate of cases nowhas touched1003,while presently445 people are undergoing treatment in various hospitals

52-yr-old refuses money to robbers, attacked

A 52-year-old man was attacked with sharp edged weapon after he refused to provide money to miscreant who attempted to rob in the wee hours on Monday in Nariyalkheda area; Gautam Nagar police have started investigation. Police said that the victim Rajkumar Chourasia was attacked by the miscreant

Haryana records 94 new cases, tally goes past 1,300

Haryana on Tuesday reported 94 new cases of corona virus, taking the State's case tally to 1305 even as 22 patients recovered from various hospitals of the State over the last 24 hours. According to the State government’s health bulletin, 94 fresh cases were reported from Gurugram, Faridabad,

BRO achieves milestone in tunnel construction below Chamba

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) succeeded in joining the northern and southern portals of a tunnel being constructed below Chamba town in Tehri district on the Rishikesh-Dharasu national highway number 94. Joining the two portals of the tunnel being built as part of the Char Dham road project

12 injured in sand mining dispute

At least one dozen people were injured over dispute of sand mining at e Pratappur village around 14 km away from the district headquarter, on Monday evening. Three seriously injured people were referred to RIMS. An alleged dispute between two groups of minority community over sand mining turned

B'pur NGO takes slew of Covid relief measures

Voluntary organisation PREM has taken a slew of initiatives to effectively contain corona virus to save precious human lives and to ensure the livelihood of the poor migrant workers at Bharat Mata Resource Center in village R Sitapur near Paralakhemundi under Gajapati district. Significantly, the

Man misbehaves with quarantined woman

A man allegedly misbehaved with a woman at a quarantine centre at Daringbadi in Kandhamal district late on Sunday night. According to reports, 29 returnees from other States, nine women, 19 men and a baby, were kept at the BR Ambedkar College quarantine centre at Daringbadi. The accused, a

Youth drowns while bathing in canal

Bathing in a canal to beat the summer heat proved fatal for a young man on Tuesday. Twenty year old Sharif drowned when he was taking a dip in the Bahadrabad canal. It is being stated that four of his companions were also bathing in the canal, but Sharif went deep towards the swifter flow which

Cong to aid in immersing ‘Asthi Kalash' in Prayagraj

Hundreds of sacred ash pots across Chhattisgarh are waiting for immersion at the holy confluence in Prayagraj (Allahabad). In a unique gesture, the Congress has taken up the responsibility of immersing these earthen pots (Asthi Kalash) of those who died during the Covid-19 induced lockdown. The

Salesman held for killing wife

The Delhi Police has arrested a 37-year-old salesman in national Capital for allegedly killing his wife. Police said that the accused killed his wife after he got frustrated with his marital life. The accused has been identified as Sudhir, a resident of Anand Parbat. Police said that the accused

Palamu SP visits check posts, rural areas

SP Palamu Ajay Linda visited check posts in rural areas where the pedestrian hungry and thirsty get food and water. On Monday Linda was at Chando ( notorious for communal disturbances), Bansdeeh ( infamous for migrants’ sneaking in) and Osaney where a multi-crore road bridge is coming up and his

MP to play key role in self-reliant india: CM

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that Madhya Pradesh will have significant contribution in building a self-reliant India. In Madhya Pradesh, maximum efforts will be made for a strong economy through job-oriented works in the fields of agriculture, horticulture, cooperatives, fisheries,

U’khand sub-area GOC visits Natraj Bookshop

Major general Rajendra Singh Thakur, the General Officer Commanding , Uttarakhand Sub Area visited the Natraj Bookshop on Tuesday. He was accompanied by his staff officers, colonel S Shankar and colonel Sukhjit Singh. With the lockdown easing slowly in the city, booklovers are making use of the

3 of family hurt as miscreants hurl bombs

In yet another incident of the deteriorating law and order situation in Khordha district, a couple and their son sustained critical injuries when unidentified miscreants hurled bombs at their house at Bhogada village under the Baghamari police station on late on Monday night. Hearing the

Rourkela locals pelt stones at police

Tension ran high in Rourkela on Tuesday when locals pelted stones at police while staging a rally demanding withdrawal of containment zone restrictions. Residents of the Mahtab Road area staged a road blockade in the morning and later pelted stones at police injuring more than 15 cops. Following

Govt responsible for misery in quarantine centres: Cong

Expressing grave concern over the mismanagement of the quarantine centres and problems faced by the people kept there, the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) President Pritam Singh has held apathetic attitude of state government responsible for it. Singh said that situation of quarantine centres in

Heatwave intensifies in Hry, Pb, Hisar hottest

A severe heatwave swept Haryana, Punjab and their joint capital, Chandigarh, on Tuesday, with Hisar being the hottest place in the region at 48 degrees Celsius. Hisar in Haryana recorded its hottest day of the current summer so far, with the maximum temperature settling five notches above normal

Expert group to guide health dept

Amid spike in the Covid-19 curve, the state health department apparently galvanised by change of guard at top has constituted an expert group for controlling the menace of the disease. The department has also set up five working groups for different aspects of the pandemic. The newly

C’garh notifies 95 containment zones

Amid a spike in Covid-19 positive cases in Chhattisgarh, the Family and Health Welfare Department has notified 95 containment zones and issued a new list of Red, Orange and Green zones across the state. The zones have been declared in line with the guidelines and protocol of the Union Health and

144 at all quarantine centres

The Gajapati district administration on Monday imposed prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the CrPC near all temporary medical camps (TMCs) and quarantine centres to prevent gathering of locals and possible untoward situations over facilities. Gathering has been restricted within100 metre

Fed up of containment zone tag, Odisha mob runs riot

Fed up of containment zone tag, Odisha mob runs riot. Unable to get a favourable response from the police personnel, the crowd manhandled them and pelted them with stones, the officer said. The protesters also uprooted the barricades that were put up around the containment zones and vandalised a police control room, he said. As the agitators burnt tyres in the area, some portions of the bamboo barricades caught fire. At least a dozen policemen and a journalist covering the incident suffered injuries in the attack. All of them were hospitalised.

Child dies as man hunts for milk at railway station

Child dies as man hunts for milk at railway station. The four-and-a-half-year-old son of Bihari migrants based in Delhi died at the railway station in Muzaffarpur on arrival by a 'Shramik Special' train, while his father desperately hunted for some milk he believed will save his child.

Bodies in corridor, not enough beds: Scenes from Mumbai's Covid-19 facility

Bodies in corridor, not enough beds: Scenes from Mumbai's Covid-19 facility. 'Only 27 bodies can be kept in the KEM mortuary. But, all slots are filled with COVID-19 victims' bodies and other bodies have been kept in the corridor. There are some 15 bodies kept on stretchers on both sides of the corridor that leads to the second floor where the testing laboratory is located,' KEM staffers' union leader Santosh Dhuri said. 'Workers need protection kits and assurance of financial support in case of falling sick. These issues are not satisfactorily addressed by the BMC and the state government despite several reminders and agitations,' he said.

Diplomatic talks are on with China to resolve standoff: NASB member

Diplomatic talks are on with China to resolve standoff: NASB member. 'The Indian army is a professional army. They can handle such a situation'

SEE: L Subramaniam dedicates 'Vasudheva Kutumbakam' symphony to Modi

SEE: L Subramaniam dedicates 'Vasudheva Kutumbakam' symphony to Modi. Responding to a tweet by Subramaniam, Modi said it was a brilliant rendition.

Meet the Brave Bicycle Girl of Bihar

Meet the Brave Bicycle Girl of Bihar. 'There were times when my courage and confidence would fail and I was close to giving up,' says Jyoti Kumari who wanted to bring her father home safely. So she began the cycle ride of her life.

Top Army commanders meet amid China's Ladakh offensive

Top Army commanders meet amid China's Ladakh offensive. The main focus will be on the situation in eastern Ladakh where Indian and Chinese troops are locked in an eyeball-to-eyeball face-off in sensitive areas like Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie

Situation at India border 'overall stable, controllable': China

Situation at India border 'overall stable, controllable': China. Foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian, during a media briefing in Beijing, said that China's position on the border related issues is clear and consistent. 'We have been following the important consensus reached by the two leaders and strictly observing the agreements between the two countries,' he said, apparently referring to the directions of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi after their two informal summits, asking the militaries of the two countries to take more confidence building measures to maintain peace and tranquillity along the borders.

Maharashtra to review lockdown situation on May 29

Maharashtra to review lockdown situation on May 29. Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Jayant Patil said, 'On May 29, the government will be holding a meeting to review the lockdown in the state. During this meeting, the decision will be taken on which areas should be given more relaxations. However, there will be no relaxations in the areas where the maximum number of cases are being reported.'

'BJP can stoop to any level to grab power'

'BJP can stoop to any level to grab power'. 'Time and again, through their actions, often more covert than overt, the BJP has shown that it is a power-hungry party and its hunger isn't getting satiated sitting in the Opposition.'

'We're well prepared to handle any surge in COVID-19 cases'

'We're well prepared to handle any surge in COVID-19 cases'. 'States have done a tremendous job of identifying health facilities for COVID-19 care and equipping them well.'

CMCO: Four-in-a-car rule dropped – vehicles now allowed to have passengers according to capacity

From today, drivers will be allowed to have the permissible number of passengers according to the capacity of their respective vehicles. This was revealed

PSL Speedster Out On Bail, Police Coy

Local traffic police have commented on reports that a prominent soccer player was arrested on charges of reckless driving and breaking lockdown regulations.

Ministers to question Dr Tony Holohan about 2 metre social distancing rule

Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan is set to brief ministers about ongoing measures in the battle against COVID-19 at Government Buildings today.

11 years for man for drugging and sexually assaulting two boys

A 29-year-old man has been handed a jail sentence of 11 years after drugging and sexually assaulting two boys. The judge said that the child rapist had used

Around 10,000 students are yet to sign up to calculated grades

Around 10,000 Leaving Cert students have yet to sign up to receive calculated grades. The deadline for registering is Thursday May 28th at 10pm, and Ministe

Now’s the time to teach our children resilience

MY neighbour’s children have been staying at home for the past few months in compliance with the movement control order (MCO) and helping their parents, who have just started a small business selling home-cooked nasi lemak.  A saying about parenthood goes: “Children do not hear us. They imitate us”. Now is probably the best time to use this tendency for good. 

MCA man’s criticism of Santiago unwarranted

THE Association for Community and Dialogue is puzzled by MCA central committee member Chew Kok Woh’s criticism of DAP MP Charles Santiago for being a signatory, together with 200 parliamentarians and policymakers from 23 countries, to a memorandum criticising China for proposing national security laws in Hong Kong.

[WATCH] German Ikea parking lot used for Raya prayer

An Ikea store near Frankfurt in west Germany handed over its car park to a local mosque for socially-distanced mass pray...

UK COVID-19 deaths top 37,000 as another 134 patients die

Another 134 COVID-19 patients have died in Britain, bringing the total coronavirus-related death toll in the country to 37,048, the Department of Health and Social Care has said.

TDP announces Rs 50,000 to LG Polymer victims

TDP announced Rs 50,000 for each deceased in the LG Polymers gas leak tragedy. 12 people died in this incident and all of them will get the benefit from TDP.

A young boy drowns in sagar canal in Prakasam district, search operations underway

A boy who had come out with friends to have fun with swimming in the water drowned in the sagar canal.

AP High Court investigates petition against Chandrababu Naidu, adjourns case for tomorrow

The he AP High Court on Wednesday has investigated the petition filed against opposition leader Chandrababu Naidu over the violation of lockdown rules

Telangana govt evacuates 400 AP secretariat employees to state, officials conduct COVID-19 tests

The sudden announcement of lockdown in the wake of the coronavirus has caused the Andhra Pradesh government employees to stuck in Telangana.

Congress sees conspiracy of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana CMs in diverting Krishna water

TPCC chief says diversion of 88,000 cusecs water from Pothireddypadu and 3 TMC from Sangameshwaram to Andhra Pradesh would turn south Telangana into a desert

Doctor moves Supreme Court on quarantine for health staff

New Delhi: A doctor has questioned in the Supreme Court the Centre's new Standard Operating Procedure for front line COVID-19 healthcare workers by which it has ended the 14-day mandatory quarantine...

Telangana Coronavirus cases cross 2,000- mark

Telangana registered more than hundred cases (107) as well as six deaths in the last 24 hours and the total count also crossed two thousand mark

Telangana government undecided on opening of hotels

The Telangana government is still undecided on whether or not to permit opening of restaurants in the State though the hoteliers say that they would ensure social distancing norms

Misbehaviour complaint against SI in Bhupalpally dist

In a development which exposes citizen’s friendly policing claims of the Telangana Police Department, a complaint has been lodged against the Sub-Inspector of Police of Mahadevpur Police Station

Menstruation taboo: No respite for women

In the times of Covid-19 pandemic, the Menstrual Hygiene Day today brings back the focus on health and hygiene of women in a country of 1.35 billion population. Besides the lockdown problems the women...

60% Of Adults In Lockdown Aren't Having Sex, Including Masturbation

When people stop masturbating, you know it's bad.

NC condoles demise of GM Mir

National Conference President, Farooq Abdullah and Vice President, Omar Abdullah on Tuesday condoles the demise of former block President Anantnag, Ghulam

Azad condoles demise of Sirwal

Senior Congress leader, Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday expressed grief over the demise of Bashir Ahmed Sirwal from Malanoo Kahara area of Doda district. Azad

KPs greeting Kashmiri Muslims on Eid strikes right chord

A video message from Kashmiri Pandits extending Eid greetings to Muslims of Kashmir has struck right chord here, with people saying that both communities

Kulgam sees rise in cases

There has been a sudden spike in Covid19 cases in this southern district in past 16 days since the stranded people started arriving from outside J&K.

Ladakh gets 1st COVID19 testing lab

Union Territory of Ladakh on Tuesday got the first COVID19 testing laboratory. Member Parliament, Ladakh Jamyang Tsering Namgyal inaugurated the

High Court for strict observance of child visitation rights

The High Court has directed J&K State Legal Service Authority (SLSA) to report whether courts in J&K are “applying the arrangements” as urged by

DGP sanctions Rs 69 lakh welfare loan, relief for 69 police personnel

Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh Tuesday sanctioned welfare loan of more than Rs 69 lakh of 69 police personnel. The assistance has been

15 flights arrive at Srinagar Airport in 2 days

As the passenger air traffic resumed on Monday two months after it was snapped following outbreak of covid19 in the country, fifteen flights with 1453

No let up in disinformation campaign on J&K: Lone

National Conference MP from Baramulla, Muhammad Akbar Lone on Tuesday criticized the statement of Union Minister of state, Jitendra Singh on new domicile

73 labourers from Poonch, Ramban stranded in Nepal

At least 73 labourers from Poonch and Ramban districts are stranded in Nepal for the last more than two months. These labourers accused the government of

Facilitate movement of doctors, paramedical staff: IGP directs police

Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar on Tuesday directed district police chief of Kashmir to facilitate the movement of doctors, medical

Aga syed demands evacuation of stranded pilgrims from Iran

President J&K Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian Hujatul Islam Wal-Muslimeen, Aga Syed Hassan Almosvi Alsafvi on Tuesday demanded immediate evacuation of Kashmiri

2 Baramulla villages declared red zones

The administration here has declared two more villages as red zone after the COVID19 cases were reported from the areas. While Watergam and Gund Karim

Between twenty-nine and thirty

I once called a man who we intended to invite as the chief guest on a function. All I needed was his consent before we could formally send him an

Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising worst-case scenarios and asked them to

PM chairs high-level meeting over Ladakh situation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a meeting with the country's top defence and foreign affairs officials and the National Security Advisor

Display fee structure on websites: DSEJ directs private schools

The Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) has directed the private schools to display the fee structure on the school websites. The schools have

CMO Bandipora loses cool after police 'stop' his vehicle

Chief Medical Officer Bandipora was on Tuesday allegedly stopped by police when he was on way to perform his duty. A video has gone viral on the internet

12 Injured After Mob Resorts to Stone Pelting in Odisha; Fed Up With Lockdown Measures

At least 12 police personnel and a journalist were injured when a mob indulged in stone-pelting in the steel city of Rourkela on Tuesday, demanding

Youth dies of electric shock in north Kashmir's Sopore

A 21-year-old youth died after being electrocuted in Sopore area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Wednesday morning. The deceased, Sajad Ahmad

Covid-19: Kashmir reports two more deaths; J&K toll 26

Two more people have died due to novel coronavirus in Kashmir Valley, officials said on Wednesday. These fatalities take the death toll due to the disease

Govt sends back 26564 outbound migrant workers to different states, UTs

As part of evacuation of passengers stranded in Jammu and Kashmir, three Shramik special trains carrying about 4878 Madhya Pardesh and Chattisgarh bound

Jammu and Kashmir govt orders transfers, new postings

The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday ordered transfers and new postings in the civil administration. In the  interest of administration,

J&K records biggest single-day spike with 162 fresh cases; overall tally over 1900

In a biggest day spike in novel coronavirus cases in Jammu and Kashmir, 162 COVID-19 infections were recorded on Wednesday, taking the overall tally of

Srinagar admin forms committee to ensure smooth movement of essential services during lockdown

The Srinagar district administration has constituted a committee to prevent occurrence of issues and ensure quick redressal of concerns surrounding

LASEMA demolishes defective two-storey building in Lagos

The Director General of LASEMA, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, told the News Agency of Nigeria that the defective building was pulled down after due diligence and outcome of several tests

PTF Board will not serve national interest — Southern, Middle Belt groups

The group, a coalition of Southern and Middle Belt groups concerned with equity and good governance in Nigeria, said this in a statement signed by the National Convener Mike Melah, on Tuesday

Pastor seeking ‘power’ to grow congregation killed by native doctor for ritual

According to available information, the pastor said he needed the power to draw worshippers to his church.

Navy hands over 42 suspected cultists to Cross River

Briefing newsmen on Tuesday in Calabar, the Commander of NNVS, Rear Admiral Vincent Okeke, said the suspects were arrested on Sunday through a tip off by concerned individuals.

NCDC Bill: Lawan, Gbajabiamila should step aside for National Assembly probe — CNPP

Expressing its preparedness to align with all forces of pro-democracy and civil society groups to ensure that the sponsors of the bill are probed, the CNPP demanded that the President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, immediately step aside to pave the way for unhindered investigation

Photos as President Buhari hangs out with granddaughter in Aso Rock

The photograph was made available by a photojournalist with the News Agency of Nigeria, Callistsus Ewelike

Ekiti Assembly passes Tourism, Hospitality Licensing and Regulation Bill

The unanimous resolution was taken at Wednesday’s plenary presided over by the Speaker, Funminiyi Afuye, in Ado Ekiti.

COVID-19: Longest viability period of virus in patient is 10 days — NCDC

The Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, disclosed this at the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 media briefing on Wednesday in Abuja.

Court remands mother who allegedly drowned baby

The police arraigned Adisa for allegedly drowning her one and half year old daughter.

COVID-19: Nigeria has 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds — Minister

The Minster of State for Health, Senator Olorunnimbe Mamora, made this known during the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 daily press briefing on Wednesday in Abuja.

Kano workers issue two weeks ultimatum to Government over slashing of salaries

Kabiru Ado, the state’s Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, stated this at a joint news conference on Wednesday in Kano.

Lagos conducts assessment to revitalise 329 PHCs

The Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, disclosed this on Wednesday at the Ministerial Press Briefing to commemorate Governor Sanwo-Olu's first year in office.

No, Wearing A Mask Isn't Dangerous

Myths about masks are running rampant, mixed in with and distracting from the critical advice and facts we all need to know to wear them responsibly. Many of these myths are directly tied to conspiracy theories that fall apart when you take a minute to think about them, but they still circulate because they seem like...

Create Graphics For Free With This Site

After a couple of months with the kids at home full-time, many parents are looking ahead to spending the Northern Hemisphere summer with... the kids at home full-time. Depending on where you live and how strict you personally intend to be about social distancing throughout the next few months, teenagers in particular...

Geely Chairman wants more cooperation with Daimler, report says

Geely Chairman Li Shufu looking to expand further with Daimler

Lawrence Wong: Expected rise in cases NOT because of migrant workers

Lawrence Wong: Expected rise in cases NOT because of migrant workers

Cleaner is just taking a short break, says resident who took photo

Cleaner is just taking a short break, says resident who took photo

Foreigner allegedly asks whether the Govt is considerate of the mental health of expats

Foreigner allegedly asks whether the Govt is considerate of the mental health of expats

Man caught on camera after urinating at common corridor

Man caught on camera after urinating at common corridor

Be careful, folks. Apparently “moronavirus” is contagious and it’s only getting worse

Be careful, folks. Apparently “moronavirus” is contagious and it’s only getting worse

Singapore warns of worst economic contraction since independence

Singapore warns of worst economic contraction since independence

Malaysian launches test case against Islamic gay sex law

Malaysian launches test case against Islamic gay sex law

Children’s Day: Janet Afolabi, Apomu queen, distributes noodles, masks to kids

Janet Afolabi, the Olori of Apomu town in Osun, has distributed noodles and facemasks to indigent kids towards marking the 2020 Children's Day in the state.

Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia announces reopening of mosques

The Saudi Press Agency published a statement

Supreme Committee directs employers to develop employee-friendly policies

The Supreme Committee, dealing with the COVID-19 crisis, has decided to lift the lockdown in the Governorate of Muscat.

176 Pakistani nationals return from India

The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan said on Tuesday that another group of 176 Pakistanis stranded in India due to the COVID-19 lockdown will return home on Wednesday

His Majesty sends greetings to Azerbaijan

His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to Azerbaijan.

176 Pakistani nationals return from India

The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan said on Tuesday that another group of 176 Pakistanis stranded in India due to the COVID-19 lockdown will return home on Wednesday

Over 800 Pakistani nationals repatriated in a week

More than 800 Pakistani nationals living in the Sultanate have been repatriated in one week, confirmed the ambassador of Pakistan to Oman.

Two low pressure areas developing over Arabian Sea

Public Authority of Civil Aviation has issued a weather bulletin on the weather over the Arabian Sea.

‘It’s all about keeping in touch with the world,’ says Dundalk man living with MS

Ahead of World MS Day on Saturday, May 30, well-known shopkeeper Bobby Arthur speaks to the Democrat

LIVE: Coastguard helicopter and lifeboat at Blackrock beach

UPDATE - 16.10: According to an eye-witness, the coastguard helicopter and lifeboat have now departed the scene. We will provide more information on the situation as we get it. Early reports emerging ...

Car identification expert gives evidence at Det Garda Adrian Donohoe trial

Court

Lockdown Diary of a Kashmiri Stranded in Pakistan

‘Over text, my cousins are sharing their experiences about the pandemic in Srinagar. They spend the time in the doldrums of lockdown. It’s boring, they tell me. Everything is closed, and they miss being at schools.’

LG Assigns Advisor Bhatnagar’s Portfolios to Advisor Sharma

The Jammu and Kashmir  on Wednesday assigned charge of departments held by advisor Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar to advisor KK Sharma till the former remains under quarantine

Maternity Deaths at MCH Anantnag

If the district administration is really concerned about the health care system of district then they should take concrete steps to overhaul the health sector of Anantnag and priority should be given to the maternity and child care

Covid-19 Cases In Ladakh Rise To 54

Another person tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Leh district, taking the number of cases in Ladakh to 54 on Wednesday, the Health Department said

KCCI Urges Govt To Evacuate Kashmiris Stranded Abroad

The KCCI on Wednesday urged government to evacuate hundreds of Kashmiris stranded in various foreign countries due to coronavirus lockdown

J&K Govt Rejigs Admin, 3 DCs Among 10 Officers Shifted

The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday ordered reshuffle in the bureaucracy by transferring ten officers, including three deputy commissioners in the Valley

Pak Army Says Indian Spy Drone Shot Down

The Pakistan Army claimed on Wednesday that it shot down an Indian

After Joke, Altaf Bukhari Says, His Political Promotion an ‘Imagination’

Cooling his heels in the blistering capital where the political mercury is soaring at the moment, Altaf Bukhari is playing it cool and calm, despite his name as the chief of the so-called advisory council—seen as a political local face replacing bureaucratic non-local advisory group in J&K—doing rounds and creating new whispers and flutters in the valley

Top Army Brass Discusses Ladakh Face-Off

Top commanders of the Indian Army on Wednesday began deliberations on key security challenges facing India, including the tense standoff between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh

KHADC, Hima Mylliem against reopening of Iewduh

SHILLONG: The crucial issue of reopening of Iewduh and Police Bazaar — the city's two major commercial hubs which are under lock and key for more than sixty days — appears to be on hold with the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) and the

P S Syiem elected Chairman of KHADC

SHILLONG: National People's Party (NPP), MDC from Sohryngkham constituency, Pyniaid Sing Syiem was elected unopposed as the Chairman of Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) on Wednesday.The election was necessitated in the wake of recent r

Assam to have 4 more labs; eyes 5000 COVID tests per day

GUWAHATI: Assam is poised to have four more laboratories for conducting COVID-19 tests by the first week of June, state Health and Family Welfare Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma informed on Wednesday.As it is, with the surge in the number of COVID-posit

GHADC staff file contempt notice in HC

SHILLONG: The Non-Gazette Employees’ Association of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) on Tuesday filed a contempt case against the Chief Executive Member and the Secretary of the Council in the High Court of Meghalaya for non-payment

Sonowal apprises Governor of COVID 19, flood situation

GUWAHATI:: Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal  called on the Governor Prof. Jagdish Mukhi at Raj Bhavan and discussed a range of issues concerning the state and its people including COVID-19 situation and flood on Wednesday.Chief Minister Sonowa

COVID cases rise in Nagaland, Manipur

GUWAHATI: Nagaland and Manipur on Wednesday reported five more COVID-19 positive cases each, as several hundreds of stranded citizens from outside the Northeast make their way to the states.“Another five more returnees from Chennai tested COVID-19 po

Global cases top 5.5 mn

Washington: The overall number of global coronavirus cases on Tuesday surpassed the 5.5 million mark, while the deaths have increased to more than 346,000, according to the Johns Hopkins University. Currently, the total number of cases stood at 5,508

Flood wreaks havoc in 11 Assam districts; one dies in Goalpara

GUWAHATI: Over 2.70 lakh people in as many as 11 districts have been affected by the first wave of floods in Assam, with the state registering its first casualty in Goalpara, while rain-induced landslides  snapped road and rail communication in Dima

Most migrant workers in state back on jobs: CM

 SHILLONG: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Tuesday claimed that a majority of migrant workers stranded in the state due to the COVID-19 lockdown have now been engaged in construction activities as permitted by the government.Speaking to media pe

Locust attack feared in eastern UP now

 LUCKNOW:The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has now asked all District Magistrates to remain prepared for the movement of the swarm of locusts in their areas.Principal Secretary, Agriculture Devesh Chaturvedi, in his letter, has sai

2 families violate quarantine protocol in Ri Bhoi

SHILLONG: The Khasi Students’ Union North Khasi Hills unit has alleged that two families from Bihar, who arrived in the state on May 20, have violated the lockdown and pandemic protocol by venturing out for marketing on May 22.Corroborating the alleg

Assam Forest Minister visits Dehing Patkai, assures protection

GUWAHATI: The Assam government has categorically said that no harmful activity would be allowed to destroy the flora and fauna at Saleki proposed reserve forest, which is a part of the Dehing Patkai Elephant Reserve in Upper Assam.State environment a

Indian Army commanders’ meet kicks off amid Chinese aggression

NEW DELHI:  Indian Army Commanders' Conference kicked off in New Delhi on Wednesday wherein discussion over China frontier in Sikkim, Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh would be done at great length. The conference was planned much before the tension with

MLAs slam KHADC move to levy transit fee

SHILLONG: Four Congress MLAs - HM Shangpliang, PT Sawkmie, George Lyngdoh and Kimfa Marbaniang - have shot off a letter to the chief minister lamenting the decision of the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) to levy a transit fee of Rs 45

No community transmission in state yet: Hek

SHILLONG: Even though positive cases of coronavirus are rising, Health and Family Welfare Minister AL Hek has asserted that there is no community transmission in the region and the state as of now."There is no community transmission as of now and all

COVID-19 likely to deepen salary crisis in GHADC

TURA: With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic crisis in the state, agony of the employees of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) who are yet to be paid their pending dues for over 24 months, is likely to get compounded  as there is no certa

Assam Police realises over Rs 27 lakh for not wearing masks

GUWAHATI: Assam Police have so far realised Rs 27,31,500 as fines for not wearing a mask in public place in violation of COVID protocols imposed by the Government of India.Total 5,463 people were fined across Assam. “In order to ensure your own safet

Conrad Sangma attends KHADC as guest

GUWAHATI: Meghalaya Chief Minister, Conrad Sangma on Wednesday attended the session of Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) as a guest."Privileged to have attended the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) session as a guest toda

Rain & storm wreak havoc; around 1500 affected

SHILLONG/JOWAI/MAWKYRWAT/NONGPOH: East Jaintia Hills and West Jaintia Hills districts reeled under "unprecedented" floods as heavy downpour coupled with high-velocity winds pounded at least seven districts triggering landslides, washing away roads an

Assam cops capture check point in WKH

 NONGSTOIN: Assam Police personnel allegedly chased away their Meghalaya Police counterparts posted at the check point at Salpara in West Khasi Hills district on Tuesday causing panic and fear among villagers of adjoining areas.According to witn

London’s Southbank Centre Likely to Remain Shuttered Until April 2021

Southbank Centre, the London cultural complex on the Thames River that houses the Arts Council Collection, Hayward Gallery, the National Poetry Library, Royal Festival Hall, and eight orchestras, has revealed that it may remain closed until April 2021 due to the financial hardship caused by the ongoing health crisis.The cultural quarter—one of the largest arts venues in the United Kingdom—is run by the charitable organization the Southbank Foundation and generates 60 percent of its revenue from ticket sales and other on-site commercial activities. According to the Evening Standard, it is projecting

California Art Schools Consider Hybrid Instruction Models for Fall Semester

The coronavirus pandemic has forced colleges and universities across the United States to rethink how to fulfill their missions as places of higher learning. As the fall semester fast approaches, many institutions must rethink how they will operate if campuses remain shut. Art schools, which promise their enrollees studio instruction, in-person critiques, and thesis exhibitions, face an even bigger challenge when contemplating how to present their academic offerings to students if classes can only be held online.Allan deSouza, the chair of the department of art practice at the University of

Tanzanian comedian, Idris Sultan in court after laughing at President Magufuli

A Tanzanian comedian, Idris Sultan, has been arraigned before a magistrate's court in the commercial capital, Dar es Salaam, eight days after he was arrested.

Comedian Idris Sultan finally released after 8 days in custody

Free at last

Senator Murkomen’s response after Jubilee appointed him for new role in senate

Changes made in the Senate saw Ruto's allies removed from Committee Chairmanship positions

3 guards murdered in cold blood by unknown assailants

Bizarre incident

The seat is too low - Senator Cherargei rejects Senate job

Murkomen did not decline Cherargei's former seat, adding fuel to reports that the Nandi Senator betrayed Ruto

Omar Lali, boyfriend to deceased Keroche heiress released

Freed after weeks in detention

KEBS distances itself from viral press statement on Gikambura-Kikuyu relief food incident

At least 20 people were taken ill after consuming suspected poisoned foodstuff

I was not expecting this - Millicent Omanga in sweaty session despite 'promise' that case would be withdrawn

Tuju's "no mercy" promise became clear during Omanga's grilling

Another Senator refuses top Jubilee appointment

Another Senator refuses posh Jubilee appointment

Blow for Ruto as 3 Mt Kenya MPs announce defection from Tanga Tanga

A bad month for the DP just got worse

Escape the Anxiety Trap

Michael Tran always thought of himself as shy and a little anxious. But in 2012, he began having debilitating panic attacks. At the time, Tran was 19, a University of Maryland sophomore. Hed get tunnel vision. His heart rate would skyrocket. Hed lose the ability to walk, stand, or do much of anything. Tran stopped going to class and dropped out within a year. He eventually went to see a doctor. I get really nervous, he told his physician. I cant perform in front of people. I cant... I get really bad anxiety driving.

Watch Strongman Brian Shaw Pull a Truck Up His Driveway

Four-time World's Strongest Man Brian Shaw has a pretty good home gym at his disposal for intense workouts during quarantine (like his recent 450-pound, 40 rep bench press marathon ). But he's also taken advantage of what he has around his house, too. That includes the cars in the garage, one of which he previously deadlifted .

Peter Dunne says the Government will be worried that soon public concern about the social and economic impact of Covid19 - already sharply on the rise - will overtake support for the approach the Government has taken so far

Peter Dunne says the Government will be worried that soon public concern about the social and economic impact of Covid19 - already sharply on the rise - will overtake support for the approach the Government has taken so far

Genomics and public health: A patent attorney’s perspective

Dr Titmus, Partner and UK and European Patent Attorney, Mathys & Squire, turns the spotlight on genomics and public health from a patent attorney’s perspective

Organophosphate Chemical Threat Agents: Contemporary solutions to a historic threat

Here, Jonas Calsbeek, Peter Andrew, Eduardo González, and Pamela J. Lein, talk about Organophosphate Chemical Threat Agents and how to stop their use

Days after refusing to intervene, Supreme Court finally takes suo motu cognisance of human tragedy of migrant workers

Days after refusing to intervene, the Supreme Court has finally decided to take notice of the plight of migrant workers, who've been forced to go through unspeakable miseries due to an unplanned lockdown announced by the Indian government.

Connect First Credit Union appoints former ATB exec as new COO

Canada’s Connect First Credit Union has announced the appointment of Wellington Holbrook as its chief operating officer.

Top Ten Countries For Patent Filing

Thanks to the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) for this one – the top ten applicant countries for patents last year:

2 Chinese operators of illegal COVID-19 clinic in Clark hunted

THE National Bureau of Investigation is now hunting down two Chinese who allegedly operated a clandestine medical facility treating COVID-19 patients mostly foreigners inside a leisure park in Clark, Pampanga.

Illegal Chinese COVID-19 clinic raided in Makati

AUTHORITIES raided a medical clinic being used as treatment facility for Chinese nationals with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and arrested two Chinese doctors Tuesday afternoon in Makati city.

Gov’t to assist family of OFW in UAE who died of COVID-19

CABANATUAN CITY – A Novo Ecijano overseas worker in the United Arab Emirates who died on May 11 after contracting COVID-19 will be given assistance by the provincial government through its Malasakit OFW Help Desk, it was learned here Wednesday.

Romualdez: DCC to approve P1.5Tr SAP under CURES Act

THE Defeat COVID-19 Committee (DCC) co-chaired by House Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez and Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano will approve this Thursday the P1.5 trillion social amelioration program under the proposed “COVID-19 Unemployment Reduction Economic Stimulus (CURES) Act of 2020."

Palace: Necessary to extend Duterte emergency powers

MALACANANG said Wednesday it is “necessary” to extend the special temporary powers granted to President Rodrigo Duterte to manage the crisis in the country brought about by the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) outbreak.

3 nabbed, P340K shabu seized in Laguna drug busts

THE operatives of Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) of Calamba City police nabbed three drug personalities and confiscation P340 thousand worth of illegal drugs in two separate buy bust operations in Bgy. Lingga, Calamba City, Laguna, on Tuesday evening.

Twitter rejects Trump false tweets

SAN FRANCISCO, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

SM Foundation provides safety gear for Marawi frontliners

THE COVID-19 crisis has been ongoing for several months now globally and across the country. This has been harder for the Marawi residents who are still trying to get back on their feet after the Marawi siege.

Go appeals to LGUs to accept returning OFWs

Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go called on the different government agencies to assist all locally stranded individuals in Metro Manila and other parts of the country so that they can safely return to their home provinces amid the COVID-19 crisis.

Go seeks modernized health facilities after COVID-19 crisis

AS the world continues to battle the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, Senate Committee on Health and Demography Chair Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go continues to push for enhancements and modernization of the country’s health facilities throughout the archipelago to address perennial gaps in the Philippine healthcare system felt during the current COVID-19 crisis.

161 PDLs, 33 prison execs positive for COVID

SOME 161 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) and 33 prison officials have tested positive for the deadly COVID-19 in Bureau of Corrections penal facilities as of May 25.

4 more COVID-19 carriers recorded in Quezon

LUCENA CITY -- Three more carriers of the deadly coronavirus desease (CIVID-19) were recorded in Quezon province bringing the total number of confirmed cases to eighty nine (89).

BI ready for ‘new normal’ operations

THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) said its offices are prepared to resume full operations amid a new set of guidelines and protocols that its employees and stakeholders are bound to follow and observe under a “new normal” environment, after the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) is lifted in Metro Manila and other areas of the country.

Need for immunization program to prevent future outbreaks cited

THE chairperson of the House committee on health on Wednesday reaffirmed her stand on mandatory immunization amid the COVID-19 pandemic as a way to prevent future outbreaks from happening.

CPP joins fight vs COVID-19

CPPI JOINS FIGHT VS COVID-19 — The Chamber of Pawnbrokers of the Philippines, Inc. (CPPI) joins the fight against COVID-19 and distributes 1,200 KN95 masks to Meycauayan Hospital in Bulacan, Quirino Memorial Medical Center in Quezon City, and Amang Rodriguez Hospital in Marikina City.

NCR likely under GCQ by June

DESPITE the threat posed by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak in the country, Malacañang on Wednesday floated the possibility that the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) in Metro Manila might be downgraded to general community quarantine (GCQ) in June.

P12M shabu seized in Olongapo

CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga – Some P12 million worth of shabu were confiscated by police operatives under the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) in Olongapo City last Monday.

2 men jailed for rape of 2 girls in Bulacan

TWO men accused of raping two young girls in Bulacan were hauled to jail by the local police in separate anti-crime operations on Wednesday, Bulacan Police Provincial Office director, Colonel Lawrence B. Cajipe said yesterday.

PCG man dies, 6 others hurt in road mishap

A PERSONNEL from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) died while six others were wounded when the van they were riding turned turtle the other day at the Star Tollways in Ibaan,Batangas. The victims were said to be on their way to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) to help in the government’s “Bayanihan Repatriation” program for overseas Filipino workers.