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Johnson rules out inquiry into lockdown breaches by Cummings
Number of Conservative MPs calling publicly for PM’s chief adviser to be sacked reaches 44
Emily Maitlis won't present Newsnight after Dominic Cummings comments
The BBC ruled that her comments 'did not meet' standards of impartiality.
Dundalk assistant among the new faces as Kenny makes three additions to Ireland backroom team
Dundalk assistant head coach Ruaidhri Higgins will leave the League of Ireland champions and is among three appointments confirmed by the FAI this evening.
'The most heart-wrenching report I have ever read': Nurses neglected soiled residents and reused IV equipment in Canadian nursing homes, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - A delay in changing soiled residents led to a "skin breakdown," and others were found not to have been bathed for several weeks.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Blast from the past: Meena Kumari’s surprise cameo in Do Bigha Zamin
Bimal Roy was so enamoured of Vittorio De Sica’s Bicycle Thieves (1948), which is a classic of Italian neorealist cinema, that he immediately wanted to make a film like it.
Vanishing jobs for young could create 'lock-down generation'
The Middle East is just one of the world's many regions struggling to cope with the Covid-19 outbreak. After first peaking in China, where it began, then Europe, now it's the Americas that is seen as the main epicenter
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
CARES Act Flaw: Employees Reject Jobs in Favor of PPP Funds
Some business owners are having difficulty “reopening” because their employees would rather collect funds through the Cares Act PPP.
NSW's first family-sized recovery pod shipping container arrives at Nambucca
With spirit forged in flame, the young Nambucca Valley family refuse to yield after the Kian Rd bushfire.
Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged
The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.
Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake believes team can compete for NFC West title for years to come
The Cardinals are cellar-dwellers no more, as the team that has been residing in the NFC West’s basement has climbed out of there with what looks to be a successful rebuild. Arizona completel…
China's planned military exercise in South China Sea worries neighbors
May 27 (UPI) -- China's two aircraft carriers will be deployed in August near Taiwanese waters for military exercises, according to reports.
ALEX BRUMMER: Landlords take a brutal beating... and the recovery is not going to be easy
Amid the constant tussle between commercial landlords and retailers it is the property owners who are often portrayed as villains. Traditional bugbears play their part in this.
Hong Kong 'no longer autonomous from China' - Pompeo
The US secretary of state says the territory no longer merits special treatment under US laws.
The Jadon Sancho transfer sweetener that could earn Manchester United a double success
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to bring the former Manchester City youth to Old Trafford.
Voice of the Mirror: Arrogant Boris' stance on lockdown flouting aide is deplorable
The Prime Minister has decided to stand by his man regardless of public anger and calls from his own MPs for the rule breaker to go
Forex Today: sentiment tosses and turns
What you need to know on Thursday, May 28th: Speculative interest remained sensible to sentiment-related headlines, trading in consequence. The main r
Wuhan wet market is the ‘victim’ of coronavirus outbreak, China’s CDC says
The Wuhan wet market believed to be the origin of the coronavirus pandemic has been unfairly made into a scapegoat for the pandemic, China’s top health official claimed. “At first, we assumed
38,000 villages countrywide can access safe water
These villages represent 69% for rural areas whereas 79% are in urban centre.
Georgetown transfer Mac McClung commits to Texas Tech
Georgetown guard Mac McClung, arguably the top available transfer, announced his commitment to Texas Tech on Wednesday. McClung is expected to request a waiver to play immediately next season.
Probing Luxury Shoppers in Perilous Times
New York-based Spark Ideas says it gets rich insights from luxury consumers through mobile ethnography.
Americas will be hardest hit by COVID-19 job losses: ILO
The Americas will bear the brunt of an estimated 305 million job losses that the COVID-19 pandemic will cause worldwide between April and June, ...
Apple reopens all of its stores in Arizona
Apple confirmed Tuesday that it would reopen all six of its retail stores in Arizona this week for in-store service, technology support, and curbside pickup.
Historic SpaceX launch postponed because of stormy weather
The launch of a SpaceX rocket ship with two NASA astronauts on a history-making flight into orbit has been called off with 16 minutes to go in the countdown because of the danger of lightning.
Ford’s cop cars can now kill coronavirus with extreme heat
Ford is ready to bring the heat to the coronavirus fight. The automaker has developed a software update for some of its Explorer-based Police Interceptor Utility patrol vehicles that allows them to
Manchester United prepared to offer forward as part of Jadon Sancho deal and more transfer rumours
Man Utd are reportedly willing to offer a player as part of the deal to sign Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho and more transfer gossip.
New 'Hunger Games' book sells more than 500,000 copies
A decade after the “Hunger Games” series had apparently ended, readers were clearly ready for more.
Mamata slams Railways, its ‘politics’ of sending Shramik trains without informing state govt
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged that the Railways on its own was sending 36 Shramik trains from Maharashtra, and her government had not been informed about it.
Children Day: Senator Uba Sani sends powerful message to Nigerian children
The lawmaker representing Kaduna Central, Senator Uba Sani, has said that Nigerian children are the pride of every nation in whom the hope for continuity lies.
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.
Steve Nash named to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame
What better place for the player named Captain Canada than in Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame? Former Canadian Olympic team captain Steve Nash of Victoria, two time National Basketball Association . . .
SpaceX's launch of NASA astronauts was scrubbed and rescheduled for Saturday due to poor weather, just 17 minutes before liftoff, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Stormy weather can endanger the Crew Dragon spacecraft and the astronauts onboard. Forecasts previously showed a 50% chance of unsafe conditions.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Londoner and former UFC fighter Sam Stout mourns sudden death of baby daughter
Former UFC fighter Sam (Hands of Stone) Stout is mourning the death of his one-month-old daughter.
Investors need to embrace ‘The Lobotomy Paradigm’ and how to build a portfolio for what comes next
A roundup of investment ideas for active investors
Dow closes 550 points higher, as investors look past dismal economic data and escalating U.S.-China tensions
Major U.S. stock benchmarks roared higher Wednesday, despite the battered state of the economy and rising tensions between Beijing and Washington as...
SpaceX Launch Postponed Due To Poor Weather Conditions
SpaceX is about to send two NASA astronauts into space for the first time, so here's how you can watch this event online.
Ivanka Trump wears face mask at delayed Nasa SpaceX launch after president mocked it as 'politically correct'
Ivanka Trump wore a facemask to the Nasa launch on Thursday a day after her father, Donald Trump, mocked the practice as being "politically correct". Ms Trump and her children wore the patterned
Weather postpones first SpaceX launch of Nasa astronauts minutes before lift-off
The launch date has now been moved to Saturday at 8:22 pm UK time.
HBO Max Adds All 8 'Harry Potter' Movies at Launch
Plus "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald"
An American spy in Beijing
The weakest link in US national security may not be foreign technology but its own people.
Indices post biggest jump in 7 weeks on banking stocks rally, global cues
Sensex gains 996 points as banking stocks rally
Everton evening headlines as Stones expected to face 'conundrum'
Here are the Everton evening headlines on Wednesday, May 27
The One Show viewers freak out over Bob Geldof's overgrown hair and beard in loc
Sir Bob has run wild with his lockdown look.
BREAKING: We are working on guidelines for reopening of schools in Nigeria – Boss Mustapha
Boss Mustapha, the secretary to the Government of the Federation, has on Wednesday said guidelines for the reopening of schools in Nigeriawill eb shared by Federal Government soon. Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19,
UPDATE 1-COFCO to turn Santos port terminal from grains to sugar - statement
(Adds details of operation, context on sugar market)By Roberto Samora and Marcelo TeixeiraSAO PAULO/NEW YORK, May 27 (Reuters) - Chinese commodities trader COFCO International said on Wednesday it will use its 12A terminal in Brazil's Santos port to move sugar instead of grains beginning in July and through the end of the year.
PDP lashes Pantami, Dabiri-Erewa over face-off - The Nation Nigeria
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday took a swipe at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) under President Muhammadu Buhari...
Proposed Chinese agency in Hong Kong for intel, not enforcement: Adviser
A proposed security law could allow Chinese mainland authorities to set up shop in Hong Kong, but their powers would likely be restricted to ...
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.
Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged
The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.
NSAC announces COVID-19 testing protocol for combat sports events
The Nevada State Athletic Commission has revealed how it plans to handle coronavirus testing while allowing combat sports to resume in the state.
India may need to pump $20 bln into coronavirus-hit state banks: Sources
India may need to inject up to 1.5 trillion rupees ($19.81 billion) into its state-owned lenders as their pile of soured assets is expected to double during the coronavirus pandemic, three government
SpaceX postpones manned mission to space station amid weather concerns
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – SpaceX scrubbed plans to launch the first American astronauts into orbit from U.S.
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.
SC asks for Centre’s response on plea for timely disposal of mercy petitions
Bench directs MHA to fix a time limit for placing such pleas before President
Rosanne Cash Says Her Daughter Was Called A ‘Liberal P*ssy’ For Wearing A Mask
Johnny Cash’s granddaughter was allegedly called a “liberal p*ssy” by a man in Nashville after she was spotted wearing a mask to buy groceries. Her mother, Cash’s eldest ...
SpaceX launch postponed due to bad weather
Douglas Hurley and Robert Behnken's planned flight from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center to the International Space Station will mark the first time a private company has sent humans into orbit.
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’
The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.
‘Lincoln Lawyer’ TV Series at Amazon Could Bring Us One Step Closer to the ‘Bosch’ Television Universe
CBS passed on a Lincoln Lawyer TV series, and now the show might be headed to Amazon.
A timeline of events in the case of Meng Wanzhou
VANCOUVER - A timeline of the Meng Wanzhou case, and rising tension between Canada and China.2018Aug. 22: A New York court issues a warrant for the arrest o
6 contract workers at TISS lose jobs; union calls it immoral
Lease of 2 off-campus hostels where they were employed ends
French court rejects release of Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga
After two decades on the run, a Rwandan suspect in the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis has appeared in front of a French court. Felicien Kabuga says all the charges he faces are lies. Meanwhile in C…
'Bummed out': SpaceX launch scrubbed because of bad weather
The launch of a SpaceX rocket ship with two NASA astronauts on a history-making flight into orbit was called off with less than 17 minutes to go in the countdown Wednesday because of thunderclouds and ...
Diplomats adopt ingenious methods to get to designated workplaces
Many diplomats designated to new roles and stations utilized flights operated for repatriation to reach workplaces
Trump expects 'full report' on death of George Floyd
President Trump on Wednesday described the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody as a “very sad event” and said he expects a “full report” when he returns to Washington.
Economists expect another 2.1 million Americans filed for unemployment insurance last week
The falling rate of weekly claims suggest the US is "well beyond the peak of inflows into unemployment," said Deutsche Bank economist Justin Weidner.
Flower believes Sri Lanka can bloom at T20 World Cup
Batting coach Grant Flower feels Sri Lanka have the potential to be a force at the T20 World Cup in Australia.
SpaceX Dragon DM-2 Launch Scrubbed – Next Attempt On May 30
Following poor weather conditions, SpaceX and NASA aborted the Dragon DM-2 mission today, with next attempt set for May 30, 2020.
Apple Looking For Growth Return
Analysts see green again in December 2020 quarter. October iPhone launch may change the narrative. Another trade war could pressure shares.
Larry Kramer, who hated critics, is why I became one
Larry was a nice guy … is not a sentence you’ll be reading much today.
Govt to discontinue 7.75% taxable savings bonds scheme from May 28
The bonds were issued in January 2018 for residents and Hindu Undivided Family (or HUF) members, and became instantly popular.
Panthers GM Responds To Former Player’s Cam Newton Accusation
Carolina Panthers general manager Marty Hurney responded to a former player's comment about Cam Newton. Here's the latest.
More than 900 Indonesians, including 47 nurses, test positive for COVID-19 abroad
The Foreign Ministry revealed on Wednesday that 47 Indonesian nurses working overseas have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of Indonesians infected abroad to 928.
The Last of Us Part II Factions and Combat Detailed, Brutal New Gameplay Unveiled
Learn more about The Last of Us Part II's environments, factions, combat, and crafting, then check out a sledgehammer new gameplay sequence!
It only took two hours for Trump's administration to contradict his threat to shut down Twitter
President Trump took to his favorite social media platform to attack social media platforms on Wednesday morning, and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo certainly didn't do anything to help his boss' case.Shortly after Trump claimed on Twitter he would "strongly regulate" or "close
US astronauts board SpaceX rocket for historic launch
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (AP) — With thunderstorms threatening a delay, two NASA astronauts climbed aboard a SpaceX rocket ship Wednesday for liftoff on a history-making flight that was seen as a giant leap forward for the booming business of...
Nizamuddin Markaz: SC asks PCI on action against ‘communalisation’ by media
In a separate matter, the top court also asked the Centre to respond to a plea seeking a probe into the circumstances leading to the holding of the Tablighi Jamaat convention in Nizamuddin in the national capital in March this year.
Review: 'High Note' is easy listening for troubled times
There may have been a point — say, oh, a few months ago? — when we’d have demanded a lot more edge from a movie like “The High Note,” and been less forgivin
SpaceX is about to launch NASA astronauts to the International Space Station on its Crew Dragon spaceship. Here's what to expect.
Wednesday's SpaceX launch is set to send the company's first-ever passengers into space: NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley.
Dow soars 553 points on mounting optimism around a strong economic recovery
US stocks rose on Wednesday as investors were encouraged by signs that international authorities were taking measures to boost the global economy.
NCAA grants waiver to transfer wing Johnny Juzang, making him eligible for UCLA in 2020-21
Johnny Juzang, a promising 6-5 wing who decided to transfer from Kentucky to UCLA after a single season with the Wildcats, has been granted a waiver by the NCAA to compete in the 2020-21 season.
Nine charged with destroying woman’s house
The young men beat a man after a row and when Mary Mwiti warned them, they raided her home.
Canadian court deals blow to Huawei CFO
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou lost a bid to have US extradition proceedings dismissed, after a ...
Troy Deeney to return to Watford training after talks with Government chief
EXCLUSIVE: Watford captain Deeney will return to training having stayed away thus far, after having his fears allayed by the Government’s deputy chief medical officer Jonathan van Tam
Hong Kong no longer qualifies as autonomous under China, says Pompeo
Hong Kong, an economic powerhouse, is a Special Administrative Region of China
Apple stops signing iOS 13.4.1, blocking downgrades from recently released iOS 13.5
Apple last week released iOS 13.5 to everyone, bringing new features such as the Exposure Notification API and Face ID upgrades. Now, Apple has stopped signing iOS 13.4.1, which means users can no longer downgrade from iOS 13.5 to iOS 13.4.1. Reverting to older iOS builds is common for those in the jailbreak community and […]
Actress Uzma Khan accuses Malik Riaz’s daughters of attacking her over love affair
--Police register FIR against realtor's daughters, others after prolonged delay--Malik Riaz claims Usman Malik is not his nephew, Amna Usman claims had repeatedly warned Uzma not to destroy her ma
Received 1,337 Trains Carrying Migrants From Various States: UP Government
Gorakhpur has become the first district in the country to receive more than 200 trains, by which over 2 lakh migrant workers have returned, amid the ongoing COVID-19 induced lockdown.
Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath impressions - A deadly alliance
Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath's story continues, but is it worth following?
As Trump rails against mail-in voting, his campaign tries to make it easier for Pennsylvania supporters
"We have an obligation to our voters to inform them of what the law is in their state and what their options are," the campaign said.
Football: Favre safe in his job despite Bayern loss, says Dortmund CEO
Borussia Dortmund coach Lucien Favre received the backing of club CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke on Wednesday, a day after their Bundesliga title hopes ...
Former Jeffrey Epstein teen 'recruiter' reveals how disgraced financier lured underage girls in Netflix doc
Haley Robson, a former teen “recruiter” for Jeffrey Epstein, is ready to finally share her story.
Liverpool withdraw from Werner transfer talks, Reds won’t pay higher than £30m for star
Liverpool have reportedly pulled out of transfer talks for Timo Werner...
Disney World to Reopen in July, SeaWorld Orlando to Reopen in June
Walt Disney World is planning on a phased reopening for its four parks in July, while SeaWorld Orlando plans to open its parks in June.
Cuomo says he had ‘good’ talks with Trump on New York infrastructure projects
Gov. Andrew Cuomo insisted he had a “good conversation” with President Trump during their Wednesday White House meeting on New York’s infrastructure — but sure didn’t seem in
EU governments ban malaria drug for COVID-19, trial paused as safety fears grow
PARIS/LONDON/MILAN (Reuters) - European governments moved on Wednesday to halt the use of anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 patients, and a second global trial was suspended, further blows to hopes for a treatment promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Fire kills five patients at United Hospital, three of them COVID-19 positive
A fire has burned down the isolation unit for COVID-19 patients and those with symptoms at the United Hospital in Dhaka, leaving five dead.
Former The Apprentice star's adverts banned after implying product cures Covid-19
Revival Shots founded by Daniel Elahi had three adverts banned on Facebook and Instagram.
‘Avalanche of Evictions’: Many Americans Face Homelessness as Moratoriums Lifted
Many Americans are facing unemployment and could soon be evicted amid the COVID-19 pandemic, despite temporary government assistance.
Suriname election: Preliminary results show opposition winning
Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed on Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the longtime rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of political opponents.
Tributes paid to ‘wonderful’ Suffolk headteacher after sudden death
Tributes have been paid to Jim Cleaver, the “wonderful” headteacher of Wells Hall Primary School in Great Cornard, who has died aged 50 after suffering a heart attack.
Pictures show new mobile Weston-super-Mare coronavirus testing centre empty on its second day
The Covid-19 testing unit at Locking Road car park is expected to be there for several days
Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs
Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean
Six Canadian service members died April 29 when the Cyclone helicopter crashed within sight of HMCS Fredericton, which is participating in a NATO mission
Approval rating for Modi govt 2.0 falls to 62% from 75% last year: Survey
The government's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, however, got the highest approval rating
U.N. warns of possible war crimes in northeastern Congo
KINSHASA (Reuters) - Widespread and systematic killings, beheadings, rape and other barbaric acts by militia mostly from the ethnic Lendu community in northeastern Congo may constitute crimes against humanity and war crimes, the United Nations said on Wednesday.
21 people tested positive in Pulwama
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Britain Connects: Thousands sign up to meet stranger on video for Mirror campaign
People from all walks of life and generations have been virtually meeting over the past few days and they have reported that they found it overwhelmingly positive
Singapore warns of worst economic contraction since independence
Singapore warns of worst economic contraction since independence
Zambian health minister tests positive for Covid-19
He becomes the minister to come out publicly.
Paul Cairns death: Second suspect charged after man killed in alleged Ayrshire shooting
A SECOND suspect has been charged in connection with the death of a man who died in an alleged Ayrshire shooting. Cops confirmed that a 50-year-old has now been nicked after Paul Cairns, 42, lost h…
Emily Maitlis to miss Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Emily Maitlis will not present Wednesday’s episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.
Many national parks, including Pacific Rim, start to open
More than half of Canada’s national parks — including Vancouver Island’s Pacific Rim — are set to open for day use next week but Tofino’s mayor is urging non-residents to wait for direction from . . .
Oilers Hold Advantage Over Blackhawks In Play-In Series
At some point this summer, the Edmonton Oilers will take the ice for a best-of-five play-in series against the Chicago Blackhawks. Should the Oilers win that series, they will advance to the Stanle…
Daily Deals: save big on iPad Pro, Marshall headphones, iTunes movies and more
Welcome to our Daily Deals column, where we round up the best tech deals from around the web. Here you’ll find discounts on everything from Apple products to accessories, video games and much more. But you better hurry, these prices won’t be around forever!
Apple TV Plus acquires past Fraggle Rock seasons ahead of reboot
Apple signals a strategy shift with its acquisition of Fraggle Rock’s entire collection.
Ravi Shankar Prasad says Centre, states doing their best, targets Rahul Gandhi
Targeting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Prasad said his recent public statements were “utterly irresponsible”. He alleged that Rahul “was trying to weaken the resolve”of the country to fight against the pandemic and that his criticism was “based upon falsehood”.
A plastic surgeon who has reopened his clinic says he will perform any operation — except lip fillers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Dr. Arash Moradzadeh told Insider all of his patients must wear masks for the entirety of their appointments, whether in his office or house calls.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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
Wall Street set for higher open as recovery hopes outweigh Sino-UStensions
Wall Street's major indexes were set for another session of gains on Wednesday as a revival in business activity drove hopes of an economic ...
Microsoft's new project management tool, Outlook Spaces, is now available in beta
Microsoft's new project management tool, Outlook Spaces, is now available in beta for Outlook on the web. The feature is currently called Project Moca and integrates with other apps like To Do.
SpaceX Crewed Mission Postponed Due To Bad Weather Just Before Launch
SpaceX's landmark launch to the International Space Station was postponed Wednesday due to poor weather with around 20 minutes to go until takeoff.
Jumwa, Chris Wamalwa to be removed from posts
Kiminini MP to be sacked as deputy minority whip.
Aga Khan Foundation hands over water projects
Sh3.8m water project funded by AKDN at Kenyenya Hospital officially launched.
Mikel Arteta's stance on David Luiz amid Arsenal exit speculation
He's been excellent since the former Gunners captain replaced Unai Emery.
Adjusting to the new security realities of a remote workforce
McAfee’s chief technology officer shares strategies to meet the security needs of remote workers while safeguarding enterprise networks.
Leipzig's faint Bundesliga title hopes dealt blow in draw with Hertha
RB Leipzig's faint title hopes faded further as they fought out a 2-2 home draw with Hertha Berlin after conceding a late equaliser from the penalty spot, having been reduced to 10 men in a see-saw Bundesliga encounter on Wednesday.
TIPEDI cautions NASS against interference in IMC audit
Transparency in Petroleum Exploration and Development Initiative, TIPEDI, has asked NASS, not to interfere with the work of NDDC-IMC.
Zillow: The Stock Is A Zell
Zillow has built a tremendous following for its residential real estate website. But the business has only just moved into the black and has limited further ups
Stocks rally on EU stimulus plan, euro gains
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Equity markets rallied on Wednesday, lifted by enthusiasm for the European Union’s plans for a 750 billion euro ($823 billion) recovery fund, but crude prices slid on concerns about unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing’s proposed national security laws.
Frank Lampard will speak to EPL star N'Golo Kante, after revised training regulations
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard will speak to star EPL midfielder N'Golo Kante, after the new phase of training was approved.
China is trying its best to protect Hong Kong from instability – The Global Times
The war of words and Chinese propaganda is heating up between the US and China. The Global Times reports that the US has "hidden key information and f
Pompeo: China in the past year 'has shed any pretense' that people of Hong Kong enjoy high degree of autonomy – Reuters
Reuters reports that the US State Sec. Pompeo says China in the past year 'has shed any pretense' that people of hong kong enjoy high degree of autono
Barcelona set tempting asking price for Arsenal target Ousmane Dembele
He has become very affordable
Microsoft launches new dedicated Cortana app on Windows 10
Windows 10 now has a new, dedicated Cortana app. Available from the Windows Store, the new app can be updated faster now.
Trump's firing of watchdogs must be checked
Senate Republicans should join with House Democrats in holding hearings that probe why the President fired four inspectors-general over the past two months.
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean
OTTAWA — The Canadian Armed Forces says it has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in the Mediterranean.
B.C. Paralympian named to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame
Three-time world and Paralympic gold medalist Sonja Gaudet is part of 11-member class
Health ministry has criminals – Kagwe
“Like a marketplace, there are a few mad cases here," the CS said.
United Way allocating $6.6M in federal funding to help with food security, youth mental health
Applications from Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland charities being accepted for the emergency funding
Dorian LPG Ltd. (LPG) CEO John Hadjipateras on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE:LPG) Q4 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 27, 2020 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Ted Young - Chief Financial Officer John Hadjipateras
Teen who crashed stolen car into three parked cars and telegraph pole handed five-month custodial sentence
A teenager who crashed a stolen car into three parked cars and a telegraph pole has been handed a five-month custodial sentence and banned from driving for two years.
Ozone layer collapse preceded mass extinction 360 million years ago
May 27 (UPI) -- Until now, scientists weren't sure caused the Late Devonian extinction, one of five major extinction events in Earth's history.
Nineteen more coronavirus-related deaths across Ireland
NINETEEN more coronavirus-related deaths were recorded on the island of Ireland, following "milestone" days earlier this week that saw no new fatalities.
'Move on' says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists
LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a “very, very frustrating episode” when his closest adviser provoked outrage for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown.
KT McFarland: Russia hoax – Obama team's shocking abuse of power. Here's what we know so far
The entire Russian investigation was a sham, and Obama administration officials knew it from the get-go.
NASA and SpaceX forced to cancel launch at last minute due to poor weather conditions
SpaceX was set to launch two astronauts into space tonight
AfDB Allegations: Adesina insists on innocence, demands justice
The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, has maintained that he is innocent of all allegations of fraud leveled against him.
ICRA expects muted participation in spectrum auction, sees industry debt rising
It said the upcoming spectrum auctions are expected to see "muted" or "modest" participation, fetching around Rs 55,000-60,000 crore to the exchequer.
Money laundering case: DHFL promoters Wadhawans sent to jail
Kapoor is currently in the ED's custody. The Wadhawans are also being probed by the CBI in connection withthe same case.
Spanish football federation allowing La Liga to play every day - for now
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has won a legal judgement, handing it control over scheduling when the league resumes.
Chinese scientists say Wuhan animal market isn’t where coronavirus began
Chinese scientists say the coronavirus didn’t originate at a live animal market or a laboratory in Wuhan, pushing back against US officials over where the pandemic began, according to a
Chevrolet Groove Is The Rebadged Baojun 510 – Details Inside
Just as Baojun 530 became the Chevrolet Captiva in Southeast Asia, the Baojun 510 will be launched as Chevrolet Groove in Latin America
Bentley Flying Spur Rear Seat Options Are Virtually Infinite
Bentley has again redefined the standard of luxury interiors with its latest Flying Spur offering.
SpaceX’s launch of NASA astronauts was scrubbed and rescheduled for Saturday due to poor weather, just 17 minutes before liftoff
SpaceX was set to launch astronauts for the first time on Wednesday, thereby restoring NASA’s human spaceflight program. But then storm clouds rolled in.
Industry body proposes Rs 50,000 crore fund, declaring FY21 tourism tax free
In a letter to Tourism Minister Prahlad Singh Patel, FAITH Chairman Nakul Anand has said that viable tourism business will not restart for almost 15 months after the lockdown is lifted
Dow Up More Than 500 Points on Economic Confidence
Shares of retailers like Macy's, Kohl's, and the Gap rose sharply as investors cheered evidence that the economy is recovering. | Economy
Coronavirus tourism lockdowns hit Hawaii’s vacation rental industry hard in April | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Vacation rental accommodations, even the legal ones, were economically decimated in April amid COVID-19 fears and tourism lockdowns.
Maniac driver who killed Scots gran, 70, hopes jail term gives family justice for their loss
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The first human orbital spaceflight from the United States in nearly nine years came within 17 minutes of launch May 27 before weather postponed liftoff.
Rivers warns hotel owner against blackmailing Wike
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Minneapolis mayor calls for arrest of officer who kneeled on George Floyd's neck
May 27 (UPI) -- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called for the arrest of the police officer seen in a video kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed man who later died.
A car-rental company previously owned by Hertz just filed for bankruptcy for the third time since 2008, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The intertwined stories of Hertz and Advantage reveal how dozens of financial and strategic blunders sank both firms into massive debt.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Daily Deals: save big on iPad Pro, Marshall headphones, iTunes movies and more
Welcome to our Daily Deals column, where we round up the best tech deals from around the web. Here you’ll find discounts on everything from Apple products to accessories, video games and much more. But you better hurry, these prices won’t be around forever!
No clear answers on reopening Ohio’s schools
Discussions about reopening Ohio’s schools amid the COVID-19 pandemic seem to raise more questions than answers. Even as Buckeye State businesses begin to reopen, the plan for schools remains fluid.
Coronavirus outbreak: India's lesson in health system preparedness from China
Due to its preparedness, China is being seen as a country that has moved into action faster than it used to earlier, investing more into healthcare and human resources to overcome the shortage of doctors, and arming itself with a better health surveillance system
Buhari approves funding for first phase of Siemens power deal
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the release of funds for the first phase of the Siemens electricity deal. In 2019, the president had signed a power project deal with Siemens
RIL-RE price jumps 11% on Day 5 on high volumes
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Lagos BRT operators to roll out more buses – Transport Commissioner
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LASG to deliver Agege flyover September, gives assurance on 4th Mainland Bridge
The Lagos State Government on Wednesday promised to deliver the Agege flyover bridge in September to tackle gridlock on the axis.
LAUNCH DELAYED: Americans Back in Space - The Historic SpaceX and NASA Project
UPDATE: Due to weather issues, the launch has been delayed until Saturday, May 30 at 3:22 pm ET.
Texas Police Officers Suing Department Over Quota System for Tickets
It's something that people joke about when they get pulled over. 'You're probably just trying to make your quota.' Looks like one police department was using a quota system, which is illegal.
Wall Street gains with economic hopes; bank stocks jump
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India may need to pump Rs 1.5 L crores into coronavirus-hit state banks
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Govt amends norms; companys’ contribution to PM Cares Fund to qualify as CSR expenditure
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Gov’t Launches Test and Trace – But There’s Still No App
90 days and 37,460 deaths after the first UK coronavirus case was reported, the UK has launched its NHS Test and Trace service.
Police: Fort Leavenworth soldier stops active shooter on bridge
Leavenworth Police Chief Pat Kitchens says an active-duty solider at Fort Leavenworth helped stop an active shooter Wednesday on the Centennial Bridge over the Missouri River.
Premier League agenda as all 20 clubs prepare for meeting that will define season
On the agenda is the potential £340million rebate to broadcasters, defining a definitive restart date and more in what is being seen as the most important meeting in Premier League history
Transfer Talk: Exiting SSU Winger Linked With Another PSL Outfit
A playmaker who is on his way out of SuperSport United, is now being linked with a move to another club in Gauteng.
Tshinga Dube calls for GNU to rescue economy
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Formula 1's cost-cutting proposals approved by FIA
Formula 1's plan for cost-cutting measures is approved by the sport's governing body the FIA.
Disney World to Reopen in July, SeaWorld Orlando to Reopen in June
Walt Disney World is planning on a phased reopening for its four parks in July, while SeaWorld Orlando plans to open its parks in June.
Online sales surge helps Ralph Lauren recover in China
Ralph Lauren Corp reported a 15.4per cent fall in quarterly revenue on Wednesday after its outlets and department stores across the world were ...
EastEnders’ Patsy Palmer turns 48 in lockdown as she dances around her huge Malibu home
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Police dig at family's house in hunt for 'murdered' boy believed to be buried
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) said they resumed the search for 'Baby Joe' Clyde Daniels on Tuesday
HEICO Corporation (HEI) CEO Laurans Mendelson on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
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Google finds Indian hack-for-hire firms exploiting coronavirus fears via spearphishing schemes
Hack-for-hire firms in India are impersonating the World Health Organization in spearphishing emails, according to Google’s Threat Analysis Group research.
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris poses topless in raunchy makeup free snap
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris posed topless with a friend in a picture she posted to Instagram
Leaked images show a possible redesign to the Apple Watch Leather Loop
Leaked images on Reddit show a potentially new design for the Leather Loop for Apple Watch Series 6 with at least four color choices.
Man Utd join Real Madrid in race for French ace after glowing scouting reports
They've watched him at least a dozen times.
Motorcycling: Miller to ride for official Ducati MotoGP team in 2021
Australian Jack Miller will step up to Ducati's main MotoGP team next season with an option on 2022, the Italian manufacturer said on Wednesday.
SpaceX's launch of NASA astronauts was scrubbed and rescheduled for Saturday because of poor weather, just 17 minutes before liftoff
Stormy weather can endanger the Crew Dragon spacecraft and the astronauts on board. Forecasts previously showed a 50% chance of unsafe conditions.
McDonald's to reopen drive-thrus but with no breakfast items, no milkshakes and no wraps
LONG queues are expected next week when McDonald's reopens 924 branches across Britain and Ireland for drive-thru customers.
A plastic surgeon who has reopened his clinic says he will perform any operation — except lip fillers
As states begin to ease up on coronavirus pandemic lockdowns, doctors are reopening their offices and once again offering elective procedures, filler injections and plastic surgery included.
Gwen Stefani Shares Rare Photo Of Her Son For His 14th Birthday
Gwen Stefani posted a rare photo of her son, Kingston, on Instagram for his 14th birthday.
US to Pull Hong Kong’s Special Status as China Tightens Grip
No longer considering the territory autonomous from China, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Wednesday that the United States will work toward stripping Hong Kong of special diplomatic status.
Fantastic efforts - Spotlighting our inspirational NHS and community heroes
Tributes have been coming in for more NHS and community heroes, including dedicated key workers and volunteers around the area.
CMHC sees declines in home prices, sales, starts that will linger to end of 2022
CMHC said average housing prices could fall anywhere from nine to 18 per cent in its forecast
Five key updates from the Gaming Control Board for reopening casinos
As promised Tuesday at a Gaming Control Board workshop meeting, regulators have updated the health and safety policies for reopening casinos June 4.
COVID-19: Disney World set to reopen in July
Disney World has announced that it would be reopening its gates to visitors in July towards ending months of shuttering due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Everyone’s Making Fun Of The Redskins’ Latest Tweet
Football fans all around the world are mocking the Washington Redskins for a questionable tweet on Wednesday.
'The Bachelor's Madison Prewett Has No Interest In Dating Right Now & Here's Why
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Gilead study shows shorter five-day course of remdesivir works as well as 10-day one
(Reuters) - Gilead Sciences Inc, which has suggested that a shorter treatment duration could extend limited supplies of its drug remdesivir, on Wednesday published results of a study showing no significant difference in outcomes between 5- and 10-day courses of the drug for patients with severe COVID-19.
Old Fogies kick it for needy
The challenge was accepted, and the goal was reached.
RB Leipzig fail to move up to second after home draw with Hertha Berlin
Poland striker Krzysztof Piatek scored a penalty with eight minutes remaining to maintain Hertha’s fine form since the Bundesliga’s return.
Jeffrey Epstein is the subject of a major Netflix docuseries. Here are the key moments from the convicted sex offender's past, famous connections, and controversial death., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The multimillionaire faced charges in the sex trafficking of teenage girls. He died by apparent suicide in the Metropolitan Correctional Center.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Samsung ties up with digital payment platform Benow to boost online to offline sales
As Samsung had a large retail network in the consumer electronics industry, this partnership will digitally empower retail partners across India, especially the ones in smaller cities and towns
Trudeau defends suspending regular House sittings, downplays chance of snap election
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is defending the decision to suspend all regular sittings of the House of Commons until September, with the special all-party COVID-19 committee acting as a stand-in over the next few weeks, and then four special House sittings over the summer.
SpaceX's launch of NASA astronauts was scrubbed and rescheduled for Saturday because of poor weather, just 17 minutes before liftoff
Stormy weather can endanger the Crew Dragon spacecraft and the astronauts on board. Forecasts previously showed a 50% chance of unsafe conditions.
Historic pay equity settlement imminent for teacher aides - Hipkins
The Ministry of Education and NZEI Te Riu Roa have agreed to settle the pay equity claim for teacher aides, Education Minister Chris Hipkins announced today.
Sharks coach ‘proud’ of club culture despite fresh drugs scandal
Sharks coach John Morris has rubbished claims of a culture issue at Cronulla after Bronson Xerri tested positive for banned substances.
Chelsea evening headlines as 'Algerian Messi' eyed, midfielder does not regret Chelsea transfer
Here are the Chelsea evening headlines with the latest news and transfer gossip
SpaceX's first crewed mission to the ISS is scrubbed for today
The first attempt at launching US astronauts into space from American soil was delayed by weather conditions on Wednesday. NASA will take another shot Saturday.
A car-rental company previously owned by Hertz just filed for bankruptcy for the third time since 2008
The intertwined stories of Hertz and Advantage reveal how dozens of financial and strategic blunders sank both firms into massive debt.
The police officer who knelt on George Floyd's neck has been involved in shootings and was the subject of 10 different complaints, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The former Minneapolis police officer has been involved in deaths, three police shootings, and was the subject of 10 internal reviews.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Tech selloff weighs on S&P 500, Nasdaq
Wall Street's major indexes were set for another session of gains on Wednesday as a revival in business activity drove hopes of an economic ...
‘Atma Nirbhar’ MSMEs: How govt measures will enable them for long-term sustainability, profitability
Ease of doing business for MSMEs: In current times, where the mere survival of the MSME sector is at stake, Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan intends to address the needs of the MSME sector.
Decorated greyhound trainer found dead in suspicious circumstances
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GeForce NOW Will Have A New Opt-In Policy For Game Publishers
GeForce NOW is gaining a new policy that will seemingly attempt to stabilize its game library, letting publishers choose whether or not to opt-in with
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Trump threatens to 'close down' social media platforms
The spat began when Twitter labelled two of the US president's tweets as
SA scientist Quarraisha Abdool Karim wins R10m French prize
Acclaimed HIV researcher Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim, who found that a topical gel could stop many women catching the virus, has been awarded one of France's top science prizes.
Desperate to meet girlfriend, teen dresses as woman; caught
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Mancs In Mumbai viewers predict second series in the Caribbean
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Catholic Minnesota diocese to pay $22.5M to sexual assault victims
The Roman Catholic diocese of Saint Cloud in Minnesota announced in a statement Tuesday they will pay $22.5 million to 70 victims of clergy sexual assault and file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
SpaceX-NASA Crewed Mission Postponed over Bad Weather
(AP) Bad weather postpones first launch of NASA astronauts from Florida in nine years. Next attempt is Saturday.
David Luiz 'to leave Arsenal for free this summer'
David Luiz is likely to leave Arsenal on a free transfer when his contract expires at the end of June, according to a report.
ESIC Hospital in Kandivali to become 300-bed dedicated COVID-19 facility
Kandivali’s ESIC Hospital is all set to be converted into a dedicated COVID-19 facility with 300 beds. In a circular issued by the management on Wednesday, the employees were informed about this decis
Economists expect another 2.1 million Americans filed for unemployment insurance last week
Millions of Americans are still filing for unemployment insurance on a weekly basis, even after many states begin to open their economies from lockdowns to contain COVID-19.
Alberta’s Jason Kenney says targeted approach needed to prevent COVID-19 resurgence
Kenney says the key to prevention will be ramped up testing, border screening and a focus on the protecting the highest risk group – seniors and those with underlying conditions
Karnataka HC seeks Centre’s assurance on Shramik trains after May 31
The court has also sought details of arrangement being made to provide food to migrants on their long train journeys to homes in north India.
Ethereum is Ready For Heavy Volatility, And Analysts Predict a Big Rally
It's been a quiet past few days for Ethereum and the rest of the crypto market.
Ackman says hedge fund up 27 per cent year to date, dumped Berkshire
The public and private funds at Pershing Square Capital Management have gained between 22% and 27% this year
The Last of Us 2 will feature two warring factions in a ruined Seattle
The latest State of Play featured new information about the state of affairs in The Last of Us Part 2's rundown setting.
Emmerdale star lifts lid on Belle's 'sickening' affair backlash from the Dingles
Emmerdale star Eden Taylor-Draper teased a horrific backlash for Belle after her affair with Jamie is revealed to the Dingles
Ex-IAAF chief Diack's corruption case changed to 8 June
The Paris trial of Lamine Diack who is accused of accepting millions of dollars to cover up positive Russian doping tests, has been moved back five days to 8 June.
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris poses topless in raunchy makeup free snap
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris posed topless with a friend in a picture she posted to Instagram
The Last of Us Part 2 gameplay shows off Ellie's awesome combat skills
Ellie is shooting first and asking questions later in the new footage of The Last of Us Part 2 that premiered during Sony's latest State of Play presentation.
US Ends Sanction Waivers For Nations In Iran Nuclear Deal
The United States on Wednesday ended waivers in its sanctions for nations that remain in the Iran nuclear accord, bringing the deal further to the brink of collapse.
Netanyahu writes letter in Torah in memory of Amit Ben Yigal - Inside Israel
Prime Minister visits family of soldier who was killed in a block-throwing attack two weeks ago.
Mandera: Elwak to become a municipality
MCAs vote unanimously to elevate the status of the town bordering Somalia.
Army Chief General MM Naravane, commanders review security situation in Ladakh, Kashmir
The presentation, sources said, included not just the situation in Ladakh, but also operational challenges in other parts of the country including Kashmir.
Edo 2020: Nobody can stop my re-election – Obaseki
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Trump threatens to regulate or shut down social media companies
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The S&P 500 edged higher in choppy trading on Wednesday as optimism over a pick up in business activity helped offset worries over simmering ...
Wall Street gains amid economic hopes; tech shares decline
The S&P 500 edged higher in choppy trading on Wednesday as optimism over a pick up in business activity helped offset worries over simmering ...
'Silent' COVID-19 More Widespread Than Thought
A new cruise ship study suggests that the number of people who are infected with the new coronavirus but have no symptoms may be much higher than believed.
Woman goes to hospital, billed thousands for services supposed to be free
Under the federal CARES Act, coronavirus tests are mandated to be free. So she says she was shocked when she received a bill for nearly $2,500.
Harvard readies for a different kind of celebration
Harvard’s graduation will look much different this year, but the University is preparing to take it in stride with a virtual celebration.
Gantz cuts off meeting with Netanyahu over Regev's comments - Inside Israel
Likud officials respond to minister's criticism of alternate prime minister. 'The campaign is over. It is time for unity.'
Chaos rocks Ministry of Health over new Coronavirus cases
The Ministry of Health and Child Care is involved in a last minute effort to clean its image after there was a sharp increase of Coronavirus cases in the countr...
Lime says Calgarians use their scooters more than anywhere else in the world
After arriving in the downtown core last weekend for the second year, with each being used an average of seven times a day – which is more than triple the global average and double the next closest city.
SpaceX is about to launch NASA astronauts to the International Space Station on its Crew Dragon spaceship. Here's what to expect.
Wednesday's SpaceX launch is set to send the company's first-ever passengers into space: NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley.
'Squirming' Boris Johnson accused of 'ducking straight answers' to protect Cummings
Prime Minister Boris Johnson was told by MP Yvette Cooper he was 'ducking' talking about Dominic Cummings' lockdown breach 'because he is trying to protect him'
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’
The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.
Moderna rally loses steam over COVID-19 vaccine worries
(Reuters) - Shares of biotechs racing to make coronavirus vaccines, including Moderna Inc (MRNA.O), fell about 10% on Wednesday, as investor concerns grew about the prospects of the experimental products that are still in early stages of development.
BoA Experiences Potential Data Breach With PPP Applications
Bank of America notified principal owners of a potential data breach after the bank uploaded loan applications of some customers to a test application platform.
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
A New Spacecraft Will be Launched Towards Mars This Summer
In Tanegashima, Japan, a spacecraft named Hope is being prepared for its launch towards Mars. If all goes to plan, the UAE's Mars Hope Probe (or "Al Amal" in Arabic) will blast off this summer, reaching the Red Planet in February 2021.
Two die after waiting in vain for ambulances to arrive
BMC Commissioner said on Tuesday number of ambulances has been increased
BlackRock votes to split CEO, chairman roles at Exxon Mobil
HOUSTON (Reuters) - Top fund manager BlackRock Inc on Wednesday said it cast an advisory vote in favor of an independent chairman at Exxon Mobil Corp and cast votes against the reelection of two directors over the company's approach to climate risks.
Huawei CFO loses bid to dismiss US extradition request
Canadian court ruling will allow proceedings to continue against Meng Wanzhou
House Dems adjourn without FISA vote after Trump announces veto threat
The House of Representatives adjourned late Wednesday without voting on whether to reauthorize advanced surveillance tools used by law enforcement -- a measure that had wide bipartisan support back in March, but which has drawn sudden GOP opposition amid news of apparent FBI misconduct.
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage
Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.
Google may face an antitrust case in India over the unfair promotion of its payment apps
India's antitrust body Competition Commission of India (CCI) has filed a case against Google a few days back. CCI is investigating Google's practice of promoting Google Pay app on the Play Store.
1,529 frontline BMC workers infected, 25 dead
The most recent casualty was a 56-year-old fireman posted at Gowalia Tank Fire Station on Grant Road, who died Sunday evening.
Walgreens Boots Alliance: The Case For Buying In At Near 5-Year Lows
Walgreens Boots Alliance is the largest retail pharmacy, health and daily living destination across the United States and Europe, employing 440k staff globally
States Sue to Block Trump From Weakening Fuel Economy Rules
At stake in the lawsuit is the single biggest effort by the United States to fight the climate crisis.
Coronavirus: Nigeria has 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds - Minister
Nigeria has a total of 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds as part of her response to COVID-19. Minister of state for Health Mamora, made this known
The daily gossip: May 27, 2020
Billie Eilish releases a powerful short film, Gabrielle Union claims Simon Cowell made her severely ill, and more
Canadian military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean
The Canadian Armed Forces says it has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in the Mediterranean.
ED attaches JP Morgan assets worth Rs 187 cr, MNC in SC denies wrong doing in Amrapali case
The firm, JP Morgan India on other hand denied any wrong doing and said that attachment of properties by the Enforcement Directorate is blatantly illegal as it was not part of any kind of financial dealing with Amrapali Group and it was JP Morgan Singapore and Mauritius which had allegedly invested in the real estate group.
Unemployment will be higher in the US than in other advanced economies through 2021, Goldman says
A lack of stricter job-preservation policies and expanded unemployment benefits will prolong the US's labor-market recovery, Goldman economists said.
Kishwar Desai | Everybody needs a Whitsun holiday while UK ponders visa rule changes
As the weeks have gone by, the Prime Minister Boris Johnson looks less and less in charge
Fed: Sharp economic decline in May leaves businesses 'pessimistic' about recovery
Economic activity “sharply” declined across the U.S.
NASA and SpaceX forced to cancel launch due to poor weather conditions
NASA and SpaceX have been forced to cancel today's historic launch, due to poor weather conditions
Parliament wants curfew hours reviewed
This comes after a number of Ugandans were yesterday arrested for failing to observe the curfew time due to traffic jam on different roads.
Renault and Nissan rule out merger as they unveil survival plan
Renault , Nissan Motor Co and Mitsubishi Motors Corp ruled out a merger on Wednesday and doubled down on a plan to cooperate more closely on car ...
Creating health infrastructure in slums crucial in rebuilding Mumbai: Awhad
Minister asks BDA to share list of concessions required for facilitating redevelopment
Ty Lawson slams former UNC coach Roy Williams over allegations of bad-mouthing: 'I got messages from 10 NBA GMs'
Longtime NBA player Ty Lawson is at odds with his former UNC head coach Roy Williams over allegations that he had bad-mouthed the rising star to “10 NBA” teams.
COVID-19: J&K horse becomes first animal to be put under quarantine
Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district had to put a horse under quarantine after it travelled through a COVID-19 red zone. The horse and its rider became the talk of the town when they
SpaceX delays first historic crewed launch to space due to weather
Just 17 minutes left on the clock.
NBA Insider Makes Prediction For How Season Will Resume
NBA insider Marc Stein has an interesting take on how he believes the league will resume the 2019-20 season.
Govt extends Bharat Petroleum privatisation bid deadline to July 31
Any private company having a net worth of $ 10 billion is eligible for bidding and consortium of not more than four firms will be allowed to bid
Friends star Maggie Wheeler reflects on sitcom's lack of diversity
She doesn't know if it could have been filmed any other way.
Children’s Day: Presidency shares cute photos of Buhari playing with kids
Away from Nigerian politics, the presidency has shared some adorable photos of President Buhari interacting with kids as Nigeria marks Children's Day 2020.
Neste and Covestro enter cooperation related to sustainable plastics production
Neste Corp. (Espoo, Finland) and Covestro AG (Leverkusen, Germany) are starting a strategic cooperation in Europe to promote the use of sustainable raw mat
Kenney says targeted approach needed to prevent COVID-19 resurgence
Premier Jason Kenney says Alberta has been among the world leaders in staunching the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, but at a staggering financial cost the province cannot afford to repeat should there be a second wave.
Stand-up comedians are performing at socially distanced drive-in movie theaters
The comics stood in the bed of a pickup and delivered their lines to a lot of some 45 cars.
Unemployment will be higher in the US than in other advanced economies through 2021, Goldman says, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - A lack of stricter job-preservation policies and expanded unemployment benefits will prolong the US's labor-market recovery, Goldman economists said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Serie A meeting Italian government to discover fate of season
Serie A's hopes of following Germany and Spain back onto the pitch will be decided on Thursday in a meeting with the Italian government.
A car-rental company previously owned by Hertz just filed for bankruptcy for the third time since 2008
A former subsidiary of Hertz just went bankrupt, claiming more than $500 million in debt.
Unemployment will be higher in the US than in other advanced economies through 2021, Goldman says
Lasting fallout in the US labor market will keep the unemployment rate higher than in peer countries for more than a year, Goldman Sachs economists said in a Tuesday note.
COVID-19: FG considers dividing schools into morning, afternoon classes
The federal government says it is considering the reopening of schools across the country.
'The most heart-wrenching report I have ever read': Nurses neglected soiled residents and reused IV equipment in Canadian nursing homes
A delay in changing soiled residents led to a "skin breakdown," and others were found not to have been bathed for several weeks.
Strictly's Motsi Mabuse's heartbreaking revelation about work and her baby daughter
Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse - who is mother to a daughter - with husband Evgenij Voznyuk is based in Germany but works all around the globe
UT looks to hold commencement in fall
The University of Tennessee announced they would not be holding in-person commencement ceremonies in August, but would instead look to the possibility in the fall and spring of 2021
Becky Lynch breaks silence about possible WWE return after pregnancy
Becky Lynch addressed her WWE future and what could happen after she gives birth.
Phillip Schofield receives Ofcom complaints after saying Donald Trump is 'still there sadly' during COVID-19 segment on This Morning
In the show aired last week, the presenter, 58, left viewers shocked over his comment about the US President, 73, during a segment about him taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine.
SpaceX’s first manned rocket launch called off
Storm forces postponement with just 17 minutes left on countdown
Suspect in Tecra Muigai's death freed on bond
Omar Lali was freed on Sh 300,000 bond and two sureties.
Joni Ernst on Book: Embrace Iowa 'Grit' to Help Nation
Joni Ernst spoke with Breitbart News about her book and how her "gritty" upbringing on an Iowa farm translated to her movement to cut waste.
Most Americans Haven’t Stopped Trusting Scientists
It’s easy to look around right now and conclude that popular public opinion has turned against scientists. Twitter hashtags have urged the president to fire Ant…
Bitcoin’s Move Past $9,000 Leaves Wake of Destruction; Liquidates $20m in Shorts
Bitcoin saw a sharp overnight rise that came about after a prolonged period of rangebound trading at its key support level of $8,800.
Tottenham evening headlines as Vertonghen decision made and Mourinho delivers transfer update
Here are the latest headlines for Tottenham on Wednesday, May 27
Man City lead race for latest Ajax starlet and more transfer rumours
Manchester City are reportedly keen on signing Ajax youngster Sontje Hansen and more transfer gossip.
Ice Cube reacts to death of George Floyd: ‘How long ... before we strike back?'
Ice Cube is speaking out against police after a viral video on Monday showed a white police officer pinning his knee against a black man's neck as he struggled to breathe in Minnesota.
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’
The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.
Regulators update health, safety directives for casino reopenings
As promised Tuesday at a Gaming Control Board workshop meeting, regulators have updated the health and safety policies for reopening casinos June 4.
iOS 14 concept envisions a bold use of widgets on the Home screen
A new concept envisions just how exciting widgets on the iOS 14 Home screen could be.
Iran records 56 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours - The Nation
Iran on Wednesday confirmed 56 additional fatalities from coronavirus over the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 7,564....
Post-Covid Privatisation Will Push Labour Into a Deathtrap
Metaphorically the heart (hruday) represents human goodwill and helping nature toward the helpless and needy, whereas atma (soul) represents the non physical self which is disconnected from physical suffering. One can only take care of one’s own atma and never the atma of others.
Pick n Pay outlet, 8 other stores in Gauteng closed for contravening regulations
A Pick n Pay outlet, seven stores owned by foreign nationals and a butchery were closed by Gauteng MEC Faith Mazibuko for contravening the law.
COVID-19: New app launched to help monitor and report migrant workers’ health status
SINGAPORE: A new mobile app to monitor and report COVID-19 symptoms is among the new resources announced by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on ...
West Ham eye loan move for out of favour Chelsea star next season
Chelsea have found a Premier League suitor for this out of favour star...
HBO drops support for Apple TV channels, directs customers to HBO Max
On the same day that HBO launched its HBO Max app for the iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV, it also cut off support for Apple TV Channels.
The Dutch PM Did Not Visit His Dying Mother to Obey Lockdown Restrictions
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was unable to visit his mother in the weeks leading up to her death due to coronavirus restrictions, but he did stay with her on her final night, his spokesman told CNN Tuesday. Rutte announced Monday that his mother, 96-year-old Mieke Rutte-Dilling, had passed away on May 13.
MGM Resorts to re-open its Las Vegas casinos on June 4
(Reuters) - MGM Resorts said on Wednesday it would re-open its Las Vegas casinos on June 4 after months of closure due to public health restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the novel coronavirus.
50 per cent job seekers enhancing skills in lockdown for better career opportunities: Survey
The country imposed a nationwide lockdown on March 25 to contain the coronavirus pandemic that has been extended thrice to May 31.
Federal lawsuits against East Texas ‘sanctuary cities for unborn’ dropped by ACLU
A lawsuit brought by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of two reproductive rights groups against seven East Texas cities has been dropped after changes were made to local ordinances.
Arsenal could lose out on highly-rated defensive target thanks to Real Madrid stance
Arsenal could lose out on highly-rated defensive target thanks to Real Madrid stance
In lean times, fierce dinosaur Allosaurus resorted to cannibalism
The dreaded dinosaur Allosaurus was the scourge of the Jurassic Period landscape some 150 million years ago, an apex predator just as Tyrannosaurus rex was 80 million years later during the Cretaceous Period. The researchers unearthed 2,368 fossil bones including several different dinosaurs and other
Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time
Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time
Miller to ride for official Ducati MotoGP team in 2021
Australian Jack Miller will step up to Ducati's main MotoGP team next season with an option on 2022, the Italian manufacturer said on Wednesday.
Huawei disappointed by a Canadian court ruling against CFO meng Wanzhou’s bid to avoid extradition
Following a Canadian court ruling that the case of senior Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou, who is fighting extradition to the United States, can go forw
Twitch to stream Summer Game Fest 2020 on its platform
Twitch has announced that it will be streaming Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest on its gaming channel along with additional content such as exclusive footage, news and other gaming content.
The Last of Us 2 release date, delay, trailers, news and rumors
Naughty Dog's The Last of Us 2 is less than a month away from its June 19 release date.
Historic SpaceX Launch to ISS Scrubbed Over Bad Weather, Rescheduled for Saturday
The NASA and SpaceX launch, which was scheduled to take place from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center on Wednesday, has been postponed due to bad weather.
The very good HyperX Cloud MIX gaming headset is on sale for $130
A headset for both gaming and on-the-go audio.
Ministry Issues Advisory For Re-Use Of Goggles During COVID-19 Fight
The Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry on Wednesday issued an advisory for re-processing and re-using of eye-protection goggles used by healthcare workers during COVID-19 fight.
Nash named to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame
What better place for the player named Captain Canada than in Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame?Former Canadian Olympic team captain Steve Nash of Victoria, two time National Basketball Association . . .
Windows 10 May 2020 Update Is Officially Out – How to Skip the Line & Manually Install v2004
Install Windows 10 version 2004: Step by step guide to install May 2020 Update through Update Assistant or the Media Creation Tool right now.
As dry as a bone: Reservoir levels fall and our parks turn brown in driest May since Victorian time
The driest May in 124 years has only seen 1.25in (31.8mm) of rain fall on average across the UK this month, and forecasters say this is unlikely to increase in the final few days of May.
Box beats Q1 estimates as enterprises look for secure remote work solutions | ZDNet
While the company expects enterprise customers to continue increasing their adoption of Box services, it does anticipate some softness from small business customers.
Email scam aims to drop Dridex on machines by impersonating FedEx, UPS
Hackers are sending spoofed emails that appear to be from FedEx, UPS and DHL that are meant to infect victims’ computers with Dridex.
'Move on' - British PM tries to draw line under adviser row
Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser provoked outrage and scorn for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown. Dominic Cummings has refused to quit after it was revealed that he…
Edo 2020: Obaseki faces tough challenge as Ize-Iyamu emerges Edo APC consensus candidate
Ize-Iyamu a former Secretary to Edo State Government (SSG), emerged on the night of Tuesday, May 26, in Abuja through a consensus arrangement by the party.
Lindsey Pelas Wears A Sheer Top To Try Corona Beer Bottle Trick With Lauren Compton
Lindsey and Lauren attempted to replicate a TikTok star’s video, and the results were disastrous. Model Lindsey Pelas and comedian Lauren Compton wasted a few bottles of Corona beer to film a ...
Not For A Film Break! Esha Gupta Dropped Out Of Her Law Course In England Due To A Personal Crisis!
Did you know that Esha Gupta was studying law from the Newcastle University, England? In a recent tete-a-tete with a leading daily, actress Esha Gupta made some unknown revelations about her studies and career. Esha wasn’t prepared for entering into showbiz initially.
Mayor of Minneapolis Calls for Arrest of Officer Involved in George Floyd Death
The death of George Floyd, a black man in Minneapolis who was filmed while a police officer kneeled on his neck and who died shortly afterward, has led to mass protests...
5 Top Stock Trades for Thursday: TWTR, ZM, TSCO, COST, JWN
Costco Wholesale, Twitter, Nordstrom, Tractor Supply and Zoom Video were our top stock trades on Wednesday. So, let's look at the charts.
Canadian Armed Forces say seniors homes continue to struggle with reducing COVID-19 in Quebec
The military's report into its mission inside Quebec's long-term care homes reveals many facilities in the network continue to struggle to bring down the number of COVID-19
The Bentley Flying Spur Has The Best Back Seat In The Business
With the Mulsanne ending production, the 2020 Bentley Flying Spur will take over as the UK automaker's flag...
Weather postpones first SpaceX launch of Nasa astronauts minutes before lift-off
An estimated 1.7 million people from around the world tuned in to the launch from The Kennedy Space Centre in Florida.
Guinea admits 30 died in post-election violence in March
Guinea has for the first time admitted that 30 people died in days of violence following a constitutional referendum. - Foreign
'Central Park Karen,' Amy Cooper, faces NYC Human Rights Commission investigation
The New York City Commission on Human Rights is investigating the white woman walking her dog in New York City who called police to report she was being threatened by “an African-American man.”
Liverpool's transfer stance after Kylian Mbappe sends message to Jurgen Klopp
Liverpool had been linked to superstar names including Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe and RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner prior to the coronavirus pandemic
Dow soars 553 points on mounting optimism around a strong economic recovery, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Stocks got a boost in midday trading when chipmaker Micron issued a quarterly sales forecast that beat estimates.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’
The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.
Peter King Says Latest Antonio Brown Rumor Is ‘Fairly Meaningless’
As the finals days in May tick off the calendar, Antonio Brown remains unsigned. There's no guarantee he plays at all in 2020.
Favre safe in his job despite Bayern loss, says Dortmund CEO
BERLIN: Borussia Dortmund coach Lucien Favre received the backing of club CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke on Wednesday, a day after their Bundesliga title ...
‘Reunited Apart’ is Getting the Fellowship Back Together with a ‘Lord of the Rings’ Reunion
Josh Gad will release a Reunited Apart Lord of the Rings reunion on his YouTube channel this Sunday, featuring Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, and more.
Arsenal evening headlines as Ousmane Dembele swap deal claim and William Saliba sent message
Here are the Arsenal evening headlines with the latest news and transfer gossip
RB Leipzig fail to move up to second after home draw with Hertha Berlin
Poland striker Krzysztof Piatek scored a penalty with eight minutes remaining to maintain Hertha’s fine form since the Bundesliga’s return.
In lean times, fierce dinosaur Allosaurus resorted to cannibalism
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The dreaded dinosaur Allosaurus was the scourge of the Jurassic Period landscape some 150 million years ago, an apex predator just as Tyrannosaurus rex was 80 million years later during the Cretaceous Period.
Economists expect another 2.1 million Americans filed for unemployment insurance last week, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The falling rate of weekly claims suggest the US is "well beyond the peak of inflows into unemployment," said Deutsche Bank economist Justin Weidner.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Tennessee to stop sharing COVID-19 patient information with first responders, law enforcement
Tennessee will stop sharing COVID-19 patient information with first responders and law enforcement.
NRM SG Lumumba tasks polls body on 2021 elections
Lumumba says the commission should engage scientists to advise accordingly on the threat of Coronavirus to devise means of conducting the elections.
Canadian court deals blow to Huawei CFO
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou lost a bid to have US extradition proceedings dismissed, after a ...
Dr Tony Holohan rubbishes claims by Ryanair's Michael O’Leary that Irish people being punished by lockdown
Dr Holohan rejected several pleas for an easing of restrictions
Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute
The US president had also once offered to “help” in the disputed region of Kashmir, triggering a political storm in India
Cringey: LG's social media account posted WHAT? | ZDNet
If you're a global handset maker and you have social media accounts like TikTok, perhaps it's worth wondering who's manning them. And what they're emitting.
Strengthen Inclusion and Empower the World’s Invisible Billion
The World Bank announced today the launch of the second Mission Billion Challenge for innovative solutions to increase inclusion and access to digital platforms such as identification systems. This challenge will crowdsource innovations at a time when countries seek to deliver cash relief to vulnerable persons, such as informal workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Indonesia to receive first delivery of COVID-19 ventilators from US in June
The donation of the ventilators is the result of a previous call between President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and President Donald Trump in April, during which the two leaders agreed to build cooperation to tackle the COVID-19 crisis in their respective countries, including finding ways to overcome shortages of medical equipment.
Man beaten with bat at flat in Newtownabbey
A man has been beaten with a wooden bat at a flat in the Whitewell Road area of Newtownabbey.
Investors pile into stocks that win in a full economic recovery
Signs are multiplying in the stock market that investors see the recovery from the coronavirus taking hold.
Nepal's new map hits a roadblock as parliament discussion gets deferred
Nepal claims the territory, which touches the border with China, under an 1816 treaty with the East India Company
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says China has undermined Hong Kong's autonomy as the US considers ending favourable tariffs in a blow to its status as a financial hub.
Tlaib Opponent Brenda Jones Collected Campaign Contributions From Quicken Loans Executives as Public Subsidies Flowed
Jones received $25,000 in contributions, while Dan Gilbert, Michigan’s richest man, has accumulated over half a billion dollars in public subsidies.
'Absolutely no legal authority': Trump's threats to shut down Twitter are 'totally asinine' and reek of censorship, according to legal experts, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Trump has long made unsubstantiated claims that social-media platforms are biased against and "silence" conservative users.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Sophie Turner shows off bare baby bump as she hits the beach with husband Joe Jonas
SOPHIE Turner showed off her bare baby bump as she hit the beach with her husband, Joe Jonas. Eagle-eyed fans spotted the actress’ growing bump popping out from under a t-shirt. Over Memorial…
NASA SpaceX rocket launch cancelled over bad weather fears
Flight to International Space Station now put back until Saturday
Texans DE Watt says asking for extension would be ‘wrong move’
Houston Texans defensive end J.J Watt does not believe he is in a position to be demanding improved terms, but is ready to prove his worth.
India may need to pump Rs 1.5 lakh crore into coronavirus-hit state banks
India may need to inject up to Rs 1.5 lakh crore ($19.81 billion) into its state-owned lenders as their pile of soured assets is expected to double during the coronavirus pandemic, three government
RB Leipzig fail to move up to second after home draw with Hertha Berlin
Poland striker Krzysztof Piatek scored a penalty with eight minutes remaining to maintain Hertha’s fine form since the Bundesliga’s return.
Minneapolis mayor calls for white police officer to be charged in black man's death
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called on prosecutors to file criminal charges against a white police officer caught on a bystander's video pressing his knee into the neck of African-American man who later died at a hospital. The officer along with three others involved in the apprehension of George…
Use of force protesters shut down LA highway following death of George Floyd
People protesting the use of force by law enforcement shut down part of an L.A. highway Wednesday. It was part of a Black Lives Matter march put together after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Filthy Rich: A Closer Look at Jeffrey Epstein's Homes Featured in the Documentary
Jeffrey Epstein owned at least six properties around the world, including two islands in the US Virgin Islands and a mansion in Palm Beach, FL.
Mickelson keen on annual ‘Match’ featuring all-star cast
May 27 (Reuters) - The COVID-19 relief match featuring Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Tom Brady and Peyton Manning proved a big success and Mickelson hopes it can become an annual event with the likes of basketball greats Steph Curry and Michael Jordan competing.
LIVESTOCK-Cattle futures rise on economic optimism, discount to cash prices
By Karl PlumeCHICAGO, May 27 (Reuters) - U.S. cattle futures rallied for a second straight day on Wednesday as easing coronavirus restrictions around the country bolstered optimism about the outlook for the economy and beef demand.U.S. stocks rose, with the S&P 500 closing above 3,000 for the first time since March 5, as further easing of lockdowns lifted investor optimism.
Members of Flaming Lips and Los Lobos score Cecil B. DeMille's The Ten Commandments (1923)
During Passover last month, I posted about The Ten Commandments, Cecil B. DeMille’s 1923 epic silent film version of the biblical Exodus story (plus a related modern story that I never bother…
Weather delays SpaceX’s first astronaut launch from Florida
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., May 27 (Reuters) - SpaceX, the private rocket company of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, was forced by foul weather to scrub a planned launch on Wednesday of two Americans into orbit from Florida, a mission that would mark the first spaceflight of NASA astronauts from U.S. soil in nine years.
Andrew Napolitano: I'll 'Defend to the Death' Twitter’s Right to Fact Check Trump
Andrew Napolitano said he will "defend to the death" Twitter's right to fact check President Donald Trump.
SpaceX launch postponed due to bad weather
Just minutes away from take off, and SpaceX has had to call of its historic launch. Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s company was set to become the first private company to launch astronauts into…
Minneapolis mayor calls for white police officer to be charged in black man’s death
May 27 (Reuters) - Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called on prosecutors to file criminal charges against a white police officer caught on a bystander's video pressing his knee into the neck of African-American man who later died at a hospital.
HP Earnings: HPQ Stock Falls 4% on Weak Q3 Guidance
HP (HPQ) earnings for the tech company's fiscal second quarter of 2020 have HPQ stock falling after-hours Wednesday despite an EPS beat.
Knut, Uasu want schools to remain shut until September
The two unions want the national exams be postponed to 2021.
Caveolin binding motif in Na/K-ATPase is required for stem cell differentiation, organogenesis in animals
New findings reveal the importance of the Na/K-ATPase protein in stem cell differentiation and organogenesis, in a study led by scientists at Marshall University that involves the scaffolding function ...
Nikola Motor: Investing In The Truck Of The Future
Nikola Motor will compete with the biggest names in trucking, but it won't make a dent to market share until 2024. A very strong product line-up means it can co
Chris Jericho feels Vince McMahon 'resisted' pushing Zack Ryder
Should WWE have pushed the former Champion when the time was right?
Seattle officials feud over the future of tent encampments during coronavirus pandemic
A bill proposed by Councilmember Tammy Morales attempts to codify city policy around encampments during the pandemic and narrow the circumstances under which encampments can be removed.
‘I will be hunted’: Broncos monster Payne Haas’ plan to avoid second-year syndrome
Boom Broncos enforcer Payne Haas is coming off a stellar season for club, state and country last year, but is hungry to ensure he avoids the dreaded second-year syndrome.
SAA business rescue practitioners get leave to appeal lay-offs
'If there is no funding, we believe that the best option is a structured wind down, which is a better option than liquidation,' the BRPs said.
Half of Americans fear they won’t get their pre-coronavirus body back, survey shows
Many Americans, stressed out and anxious amid the coronavirus pandemic, are turning to junk food, alcohol and more carbohydrates while most gyms still remain closed nationwide. At least 49 percent of them are worried that they'll never get their pre-lockdown body back, a new survey reveals.
Google Is Reportedly Slow Rolling Photos Ambient Mode For Android TV
Google is now starting to roll out support for Google Photos in Assistant's Ambient Mode for some Android TV platforms. The news comes following reports
Malawi virus cases and suspects flee isolation sites after repatriation from South Africa
More than 400 repatriated Malawians, including a handful of COVID-19 patients, on Wednesday fled quarantine and isolation sites in the city of Blantyre, a local health official said.
Gujarat: Portal editor granted bail by sessions court
Patel was charged under Indian Penal Code Section 124 A for sedition and Section 54 of the Disaster Management Act (punishment for false warning) by the Ahmedabad Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) on May 11 for “trying to create unrest in society”.
Italy-bound flight returns to Germany due to closed airport
May 27 (UPI) -- A flight that departed from Germany landed at the same airport four hours later because the intended destination hub in Italy was be closed.
BART announces 'welcome back' plan. Here's how commuting will be different
BART unveiled a 15-point "welcome back" plan Wednesday aimed at restoring the public's trust in the beleaguered transit system as the Bay Area begins to reopen.
The reality of LJ Figueroa’s separation from St. John’s
From the moment news broke that LJ Figueroa had entered the transfer portal, there were two immediate reactions dripping with hot takes. 1. St. John’s is doomed. 2. It won’t miss
Turns Out That ‘Active’ Object in Jupiter’s Orbit Is a Comet in Disguise
Astronomers were abuzz last week following the discovery of an active asteroid in Jupiter’s orbit, in what was thought to be a new type of celestial object. Follow-up investigations have revealed it to be a regular comet, albeit one in a misleading orbit.
The police officer who knelt on George Floyd’s neck has been involved in shootings and was the subject of 10 different complaints
Two of the officers involved in the arrest of George Floyd both have a history of violent incidents.
Bihar Paid Rs 1 Crore To Bring Back Stranded Students From Kota: Sushil Modi
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi on Wednesday said that the state government had paid Rs 1 crore for arranging 17 trains for the return of students belonging to state who were stranded in Kota.
Wait! Before you install Windows 10 2004, make sure these Known Issues do not apply to you
Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows 10 May 2020 Update aka Windows 10 2004, which includes a large number of improvements, but like any new operating system also brings a large number of bugs and issues. Microsoft has published the list, which includes the issues listed below, which includes specific hardware such as Conexant […]
Experts say US coronavirus death count is flawed, but close
NEW YORK - The U.S. is hitting a tragic milestone: 100,000 dead from the coronavirus. But is that number right?The accuracy of U.S. coronavirus death count
Padawans Train to Become Jedi in New Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge Trailer
Ahmed Best will host a new Star Wars game show as a Jedi Master who trains the next generation of Force users.
FDCI to host a 'phygital' Fashion Week
The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) took to Instagram to post a teaser that says 'FDCI goes digital India's First Ever Digital Fashion Week.' The event is set to be a 'phygital'
New EastEnders trailer teases Ben's big episode, gun horror & affair reveal
It's all kicking off in Albert Square next week!
Flashback: How Twitter Began Labeling 'Misinformation'
Twitter recently added a "fact check" to President Trump's tweets relating to his concerns about mail-in voting fraud. Here is how Twitter made the decision to suddenly start fact-checking public figures on its platform.
Best range cookers for 2020: all of your cooking needs in one
Cook everything to perfection, with the classic and super versatile kitchen must-have that is the range cooker. We found top picks including gas, electric and dual-fuel options
Pro golfer Matt Fitzpatrick helps buy virus equipment for children’s hospital
The 25-year-old is a patron of The Children’s Hospital Charity which supports the Children’s Hospital in his native Sheffield.
Science summary: A look at novel coronavirus research around the globe
Thousands of scientists around the world are working on problems raised by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a summary of some recent research from peer-review
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.
Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel, says Chidambaram
The Congress has been demanding cash transfer directly to the people's account to the tune of Rs 65,000 crore.
The rugby morning headlines as World Cup-style tournament discussed for 2021 with matches played in Wales
The breaking rugby stories and news on Wednesday, May 27.
Pamela Anderson Didn't Like Priyanka Chopra's Baywatch Film: Let's Just Keep Bad TV As Bad TV
Pamela Anderson built an entire career out of playing CJ Parker in the hit TV series Baywatch. The show revolves around lifeguards who patrol the beaches of Los Angeles County, California and Hawaii. In 2017, the iconic show was adapted for the big screen in the form of Baywatch movie.
Poll slump hits UK’s Johnson in wake of Cummings scandal
LONDON, May 27 — Support for Boris Johnson has slumped by the sharpest fall for a Conservative party leader in a decade following the Dominic Cummings scandal, according to an opinion poll published today. As the prime minister prepares to be quizzed by senior MPs later today over his...
Here's the scoop on what we know about 'The Bachelor SA' season 2 finale
'The Bachelor SA' season two finale will take on a different format this year with a special 60-minute lockdown episode.
Pochettino rates Firmino as Liverpool’s best player and better than any from United, Chelsea or Arsenal
Former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino has rated Roberto Firmino as the Premier League’s third best player, behind two Manchester City stars. “De Bruyne is 1, Aguero is 2… and …
LCA Tejas joins IAF 18 Squadron today; Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flies fighter
LCA Tejas IAF(Indian Air Force) News: All you need to know about the newly inducted combat aircraft Tejas. Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flies fighter jet Tejas in his first solo sortie as IAF chief
The Untold Story of the ‘Daring’ WW1 German Ship That Became a Word in Tamil!
Chennai: The Tamil word Emden originates from a German World War One Ship Called the SMS Emden which bombarded the city in 1914.
After surviving COVID-19, grandmother, 71, killed while protecting granddaughter from attack
Sheila Lucas was fatally shot and killed Saturday night in Southeast Washington while trying to protect her granddaughter during an attack.
Weather better for historic SpaceX launch of NASA astronauts
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The weather is looking up for SpaceX's first astronaut launch, as officials vow to keep crew safety the top priority.
Pentagon's deputy inspector general resigns; latest in watchdog role to depart
The Defense Department's deputy inspector general resigned on Tuesday, more than a month after President Donald Trump removed him as the Pentagon's acting inspector general, becoming the latest official in a federal oversight role to depart.
$3b saved as NSW public service pay frozen
NSW is freezing pay increases for 410,000 public servants for a year and will use the $3 billion in savings for job creation and recovery.
Man Asks for Death Penalty After Robbing KDF Officer [VIDEO]
A man in Mombasa stunned the court when he acknowledged that he was ready to face the death penalty after...
Haryana liquor scam: Key member to retire on May 31, govt yet to empower SET
About 5,500 boxes of liquor which were recovered from smugglers by police and excise officials in 14 cases had disappeared from its stock in Sonipat district which had prompted the probe into the matter.
Ray of Hope for Tharaka Woman Tortured by Husband [VIDEO]
Speaking while receiving treatment at JM Memorial hospital in Nyandarua County, the mother of one explained that her one...
From COVID-19 quarantine, Prithviraj flaunts shredded physique
Prithviraj is currently quarantined to check for symptoms of coronavirus. He recently flew in from Amman to Kochi via Delhi along with the cast and crew of his film Aadujeevitham.
France halts hydroxychloroquine use for Covid-19 cases
PARIS, May 27 — French doctors are no longer allowed to use hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid-19 cases, according to new government rules today, after two French advisory bodies said the drug could pose serious health risks. Use of the drug, normally a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and...
Four recruitment firms join hands to help India Inc return to work
India Business News: Four global HR services companies -- Randstad, The Adecco Group, ManpowerGroup and Gi Group -- have formed an alliance to “help India get back to work
Health ministry gets Madagascar drug from SGF today
Our Reporters Barring any last-minute change in plan, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, will on Wednesday (today) hand over Madagascan native formulation for the ...
'We know businesses are hurting': Qld Tourism Minister
Queensland Tourism Minister Kate Jones says it is a delicate balance between health and the economy when dealing with the coronavirus.
SpaceX set for its most important launch ever as skies, seas threaten delays
SpaceX remains on track for an inaugural NASA astronaut launch that will arguably be the most important single mission in the company’s history, although Florida’s summer weather continues to conspire to delay it. Heavily dependent on Atlantic Ocean weather conditions, skies (and seas) thankfully appear to be clearing up on the home stretch to Crew […]
Presidency denies reports on Buhari canceling appointments, approvals made by Abba Kyari
Nigerian Presidency on Tuesday night denied reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has cancelled appointments and memos
ICC threatens to shift 2021 T20 World Cup from India over tax issues
The Indian board's request for a deadline extension due to the Covid-19 pandemic has been rejected | ESPN.co.uk
India’s Top Army Commanders Meet in the Wake of Ongoing Standoff with China
New Delhi (Sputnik): India and China have reinforced troops along their shared border amid a standoff between the armies which has lasted several weeks. The face-off...
Covid-19 deaths could top 18,000 in India, says public health expert
The country is still in the ascending limb of the epidemic, said Prof D Prabhakaran, Director, Centre for Control of Chronic Conditions (CCCC).
Girl With The Dragon Tattoo being given a TV series reboot
The new series comes after a previous TV reboot.
Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs
WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump today threatened China with fresh tariffs as he stepped up his attacks on Beijing over the coronavirus crisis, saying he had seen evidence linking a Wuhan lab to the contagion. The diatribe from the Republican incumbent came as data showed the United...
285 Kenyans Killed In Floods, More Than 800,000 Others Affected – CS Wamalwa
Floods have so far claimed 285 lives, Devolution CS Eugene Wamalwa announced on Wednesday.Addressing the media, the CS also noted that the number of people affected has risen to reach 810,655.
Regional mining equipment, technology, service companies targeted with innovation accelerator program
"When those mines in Victoria expand, it means they can get in there getting those business opportunities."
Raashi Khanna Replaces Anushka Shetty In Aruva As The Latter Rejects The Suriya-Starrer
Recent grapevine claims that Anushka Shetty was approached by director Hari and Suriya for Aruva. It is said that the duo expressed their willingness to rope her in as the female lead for the movie. As per the buzz, the actress rejected the project citing that she wasnt interested to act in any Tamil movies for now.
Huawei CFO loses bid to dismiss US extradition request
Huawei Technologies chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou was dealt a setback by a Canadian court on Wednesday as she tries to avoid extradition to the US to face bank fraud charges.
Giant tipis create extra space for primary school as it prepares for return of children
A Suffolk events company is using two of its gigantic tipis to support a primary school as it prepares to welcome an increased number of children from June 1.
Michael Jordan's Custom Chicago Estate Listed for $14.9M USD
The 56,000 sqft. property comes with a regulation-size basketball gym.
Kildare star Kevin Feely admits they haven't lived up to their potential in recent seasons
Kildare need to prove they can be ranked among the country’s elite teams once more after a “wasted” season
Foundation stone laid for DPIN
Foundation stone for Development of Pilgrimage Infrustructure in Nagaland (DPIN) was laid under PRASAD Scheme at Molungkimong village on May 16 by advisor of Tourism, Art and Culture, Khehovi Yepthomi along with minister for Higher Education, Technical Education and Tribal Affairs, Temjen Imna Along.
Ola Electric acquires Etergo; will launch scooter in 2021
Ola Electric has acquired Amsterdam-based EV startup Etergo, and will launch an electric scooter in India next year.
No Man's Sky Coming To Xbox Game Pass And Windows PC In June
The procedurally-generated universe of Hello Games’ sci-fi epic is getting a massive influx of new explorers next month, as No Man’s Sky joins the Xbox Game Pass subscription service and scores a new Windows PC version....
Toni & Guy and Regis hairdressers announce plans to open on 4 July
Our roots will be forever thankful.
Shocking moment reckless father is caught tearing across a field on a motorbike with a TODDLER on his lap
A police helicopter captured footage of the 28-year-old father in Coventry. The suspect was detained and has been reported for prosecution for careless driving.
Shoaib Akhtar Lashes Out At ICC, Strongly Believes Apex Cricket Body "Successfully Finished" Cricket In Last 10 Years
Akhtar levied sharp in his criticism on the ICC after Manjrekar asked for his opinion on a growing trend that fast bowlers are going a bit slow in limited overs games, especially T20s.
Migrants issue: Randeep Surjewala moves Supreme Court, seeks permission to intervene
Surjewala said he wants to apprise the top court of "certain pertinent measures" that may be considered by the Centre in order to alleviate the plight of migrant labourers who are stranded or travelling long distances.
T-Mobile leads modest growth in Dutch broadband subscribers in Q1, KPN losses continue
A year after launching a major expansion in its fibre footprint, KPN has yet to restore growth in its broadband business. The latest data from Telecompaper shows the incumbent lost another 17,000 broadband subscribers in the first quarter of 2020, while rival VodafoneZiggo added nearly 10,000 new connections. T-Mobile was again the biggest winner, adding the most new broadband subscribers in Q1.
No masking it: Biden eyes stark contrast with Trump over virus
Joe Biden squared off with Donald Trump on Tuesday over the wearing of masks one day after the White House challenger emerged from coronavirus-imposed lockdown donning one while the president attended two events bare-faced.
Triumph Tiger 900 online bookings commence in India, launch in June 2020
Rally Pro will be the first to be launched in India, followed by GT and Rally variants
Dangote, MTN emerge most admired African brands
In his reaction, Group Chief Corporate Communication Officer of the Dangote Group, Anthony Chiejina, said the management was not unexpected of
UK lockdown drives fastest growth in grocery sales for over 25 years
LONDON, May 27 — UK grocery sales rose by 14.3 per cent during the 12 weeks to May 17, the fastest rate since comparable records began in 1994, as Britons adapted to the national lockdown, data from market researcher Kantar showed today. The period included both the pre-lockdown rush to the shops...
GBP/USD Price Analysis: Finds some support near 38.2% Fibo./descending channel confluence region
The GBP/USD pair stalled its overnight strong bullish momentum near the 50% Fibonacci level of the 1.2644-1.2076 recent downfall and witnessed a modes
Some employees miss working in air-conditioned spaces as central Canada sizzles
Natasha Burtenshaw-deVries lives in one of several apartments in a converted house in Brantford, Ont., that doesn't have central air conditioning.Her mom pu
AUD/USD: Potentially higher with resistance at 0.6659 – OCBC
The broad USD took a serious hit, as investors continue to impute positivity on the back equities and shake off any negative developments in the Sino/
Super funds lose access to matching feature over fraud fears
Superannuation funds have had their access to SuperMatch suspended over concerns about fraud.
Integral to Provide Workflow Automation to Velocity Trade
Integral announced that it has been selected by Jefferies’ TrueFX trading network, Velocity Trade, to update its workflow automation and trading technology.
GBP/USD Forecast: Holding Support will be Key
The GBP/USD exchange rate rallied to a high of 1.2362 over the course of the past 24 hours and has since settled back at 1.2312 at the time of writing. Analysts and technical forecaster Richard Perry asks whether Sterling has what it takes to push higher
Virgin Atlantic suitors narrow with clock ticking on rescue
Ailing airline in need of emergency funding.
COVID-19: 875 people commit suicide during lockdown in Nepal
The country has been under lockdown, against coronavirus disease, since March 24.
Coach Spills The Beans: Some Players Were Not Happy…
Luc Eymael proud of Black Leopards players’ performances under his guidance.
'There are so many friggin' half-truths out there': Lance Armstrong is STILL hiding secrets about doping, says his former team-mate Tyler Hamilton - despite claims that new documentary would tell the 'whole explosive story'
Hamilton himself is a serial doping cheat, his final eight-year ban effectively ending his own career, and he insists that Armstrong is only telling 'half-truths' in his new two-part ESPN documentary LANCE.
Return of Western Force confirmed for Aussie-based Super Rugby tournament
It is still not clear if Japan’s Sunwolves will feature.
Occidental Petroleum - Africa Asset Sales Collapse, What's Next?
Roughly $4 billion in Occidental Petroleum's planned asset sales haven't panned out in Africa. These asset sales were supposed to pay down debt. Fortunately, cr
Boeing cutting more than 12,000 jobs with layoffs, buyouts
The company said it will lay off 6,770 workers this week, and another 5,520 are taking buyouts.
Star Wars Battlefront II Leaked as the Second PS+ Game for June
It looks like Star Wars Battlefront II will be the second PlayStation Plus game for June after Call of Duty: WWII, according to a leaked ad.
Is the COVID-19 crisis spurring faster digital transformation or short-term IT fixes? | ZDNet
According to a global survey from AppDynamics, most IT professionals are concerned about the long-term impact of their current digital transformation initiatives.
Travel group says Australia-New Zealand bubble could open in September
A travel industry group working to establish a 'Trans-Tasman bubble' says it will present a plan to both governments early next month and eyes flights resuming as early as September.
Woot is blowing out these essential Anker charging and audio accessories
Well-reviewed Anker accessories are on sale at Woot today including must-haves like chargers, cables, Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, and much more. Grab 'em before it all sells out.
Nevada to reopen casinos June 4, welcoming tourists again
By allowing the casinos to reopen, with new rules on social distancing and sanitizing, the governor said Nevada would again welcome visitors but would be prepared to close down again if there is a spike in cases.
IGNOU Extends Deadline For Submission of June Term End Exam Forms | Check New Date Here
The courses in the open university are offered in two sessions over the year, one in January and another in July.
Deal struck to allow cabling from Scotland’s biggest windfarm under world-famous Carnoustie links
A deal has been struck to allow part of Carnoustie’s world-famous golf links to be used for cabling from what will become Scotland’s largest offshore windfarm.
Toronto officials to paint physical distancing circles in Trinity Bellwoods on Thursday; Ontario to take over management at five long-term care homes
Follow the latest Toronto news on coronavirus
Delhi records hottest May day since 2002, Churu sizzles at 50 degrees Celsius; Heavy rain alert for Assam, Meghalaya
Delhi recorded its hottest day in 18 years as the mercury touched 46 degrees Celsius on Tuesday. Most parts of north India are reeling under sweltering heatwave.
Adrian Collins takes to the saddle in cricket fundraiser
The chairman of Cricket Shropshire is taking to the saddle to embark on a whistle-stop 500-mile tour of the county’s grounds in support of charities.
Samsung Galaxy M01, Galaxy M11 get listed, prices leak ahead of launch
The two phones have reportedly been listed on the company's Indian website, thus hinting at an imminent launch.
EDF goes ahead with Sizewell C application despite local objection
Energy giant EDF Energy has today submitted plans for the new Sizewell C nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast.
Quebec plan to review status for asylum seekers working in care homes questioned
Quebec Premier Francois Legault's promise to review the status of asylum seekers working in long-term care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic raises more qu
Uttar Pradesh News: This Lab in Meerut Falsely Tests 6 People COVID-19+, Likely to Lose Licence
The cancellation of the licence of the lab has already been recommended by Meerut District Magistrate Anil Dhingra.
Four police officers fired following death of unarmed black man who had neck knelt on during arrest
Four Minneapolis police officers have been fired after video showed one of them kneeling on the neck of a black man who later died. Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey confirmed the termination of the four
Health ministry gets Madagascar’s drug from SGF today
Our Reporters Barring any last-minute change in plan, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, will on Wednesday (today) hand over Madagascan native formulation for the ...
Manchester City leading chase to seal transfer of Ajax starlet
Ajax youngster is on Manchester City and Juventus' radar
Global energy investment to drop by $400bn
An IEA report indicates that Covid-19 has set in motion the largest drop in global energy investment in history from fossil fuels to renewables and efficiency.
Privatisation of discoms an opportunity, says JSW Energy CEO
The scenario for FY21 will depend on economic recovery defined by three factors: how the MSMEs are going to perform, the issue of migrant labour, and the rate of spread of Covid-19, said Prashant Jain.
South Korean national drops plan to leave country
A South Korean national who had come as a technical expert to probe into the styrene vapour leak from LG Polymers plant in Visakhapatnam, dropped his plan to leave the country in the last minute, on W
Holcim restarts Luzon, Davao operations
Leading cement manufacturer Holcim Philippines, Inc. has restarted manufacturing and logistics operations with stronger health and safety controls in all its sites nationwide after pausing cement production in compliance with government quarantine measures against coronavirus disease 2019.
'Catch-up rally': banks tower above the rest on ASX
The combined value of the big four swelled by almost $20 billion in just a few hours of feverish trading on Wednesday.
COVID-19 lockdown: Children from well-to-do families studying more than those from poorer homesteads
The closure of educational institutions in Uganda March 20 as one of the strategies to stop the spread of novel coronavirus saw over 15 million children sent back...
Super funds lose access to matching feature over fraud fears
Superannuation funds have had their access to SuperMatch suspended over concerns about fraud.
Sasol says fuel stations not up for sale
Central Energy Fund denounces reports of it wanting to buy Sasol’s stations.
Defying pandemic, gay couples hold first marriages in Costa Rica
Marco Castillo and his boyfriend, Rodrigo Campos, waited just a few hours to take advantage of a new law in Costa Rica that made the country the first in Central America to allow same-sex marriage.
Dolphins to transform Hard Rock Stadium into drive in movie theater
The Miami Dolphins are creating two outdoor movie theaters at Hard Rock Stadium.
Albanese feeling cocky as he tries to pluck byelection votes
Anthony Albanese wants to make the Eden-Monaro byelection a test of the government's response to coronavirus and the bushfires that devastated the seat.
Realme X50t 5G moniker spotted in Google Play supported device listing
Realme began with the X50 series by launching the Realme X50 5G in January. It was followed by the arrival of the Realme X50 Pro 5G flagship phone in February. The Realme X50m 5G went official in April and the company announced the Realme X50 Pro Player Edition gaming-centric handset yesterday. Fresh information reveals that …
Some employees miss working in air-conditioned spaces as central Canada sizzles
As central Canada prepares for another day of stifling heat, some employees working from home because of COVID-19 are missing their air-conditioned workspaces.
Businessman splurges on lamborghini, 2 jeeps and 2 porsches
A businessman from Joburg left social media users' tongues wagging when he shared a video showing off his new luxury vehicles. He bought 5 cars in one day.
At least 300 arrested in flash protests against controversial national anthem bill
Protesters staged flash protests in Causeway Bay, Central and Mong Kok on Wednesday afternoon to denounce a controversial national anthem bill Police said at least 300 people were arrested In Central, hundreds of office workers spilled onto...
Doug Liman set to write and direct Tom Cruise’s crazy ambitious space movie
It appears that Doug Liman has been the person chosen to write and direct Tom Cruise's ambitious outer space movie project.
Barcelona 'ready to sell 6 players' to raise money for summer transfers
Barcelona have their sights set on Lautaro Martinez and Miralem Pjanic this summer but will have to offload players to raise transfer funds
Facebook Ran Multi-Year Charm Offensive to Woo State Prosecutors
Sheryl Sandberg’s schedule was packed as the Facebook Inc. chief operating officer arrived in Portland, Oregon, for a summer forum of state prosecutors who were meeting to talk shop and share ideas with one another.
France halts hydroxychloroquine use for Covid-19 cases
Europe News: The French government on Wednesday banned treatment of Covid-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug that US
'Reboot, reform' of agriculture pushed
During the launch of the "Plant, Plant, Plant" program in line with the celebration of the farmers and fisherfolk's month at the Department of Agriculture central compound in Quezon City, Dar said the agriculture sector should be more responsive especially with the pressing issues faced by the country.
Online gambling firm closes after investigation finds ‘serious failings’
The probe was launched following the death of a 25-year-old customer who lost more than £30,000.
David Jones, Country Road sales tumble amid pandemic
The South African parent group has appointed local bankers at UBS to run the rule over its property portfolio in order to repay debt.
USD/CAD struggles near 2-1/2 month lows, just above mid-1.3700s
The USD/CAD pair traded with a mild negative bias through the early European session, with bears flirting with 2-1/2-month lows, just above mid-1.3700
Sight charity losing £25,000 per week in appeal for funding
A new appeal for help has gone out from a charity helping vulnerable people across the Black Country.
IISc offers advanced certificate programme in digital healthcare online
Admissions to this course will start in July 2020. Application process has begun already to enrol the first cohort of 50 candidates. Interested can apply at - iisc.talentsprint.com.
World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll
Economic prospects for the developed world this year have darkened again in the past month as the coronavirus pandemic has rolled from Asia to the ...
India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius
India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.
Emily Maitlis 'echoes feelings of millions' in latest Newsnight monologue
'He made those who struggled to keep to the rules feel like fools, and has allowed many more to assume they can now flout them.'
No more furlough: Rishi Sunak 'set to close scheme to new applications'
Employers could soon also have to pay 20% of workers' wages, with the government funding 60%.
Would love to see a Last Dance with Lionel Messi and the World Cup, opines Lucas Biglia
AC Milan midfielder Lucas Biglia has revealed that he would love to watch something like the Last Dance but with the show starring Lionel Messi and his journey to winning the World Cup. The Barcelona man has done exceptionally well for his club but has always struggled when it comes to his country.
The close: Markets rise with economic hopes; RBC reclaims top spot as Canada’s most valued stock
Strength in the financial sector offset losses in the materials sector
Reconsider decision to convert Jayalalithaa's residence into memorial, HC tells Tamil Nadu government
A division bench of Justices N Kirubakaran and Abdul Quddhose also suggested that 'Veda Nilayam,' located in the upmarket Poes Garden, be converted into the official residence of the chief minister of the state, while a portion of the property can be a memorial if needed.
News Corp to cut hundreds of jobs in restructure
News Corp is on the verge of announcing large scale job cuts as it restructures its Australian publishing business, and moves many of its regional and community newspapers into a digital only model.
Preparing Merchants For The Coming Mobile Wallet Boost
Merchants must be prepared for a new world, post-pandemic, that will embrace order-ahead and other digital/hybrid payment options. Here's how to get started.
Graduate Student Untangles Decades-Old Math Problem in Less Than a Week
Lisa Piccirillo recently published her proof of Conway’s knot problem, a well-known quandry that stumped mathematicians for more than 50 years
COVID-19: India death toll rises to 4,337; total cases reach 1,51,767
The number of active coronavirus cases stands at 83,004, while 64,425 people have recovered and one patient has migrated, it said.
Long-term care home report and JK Rowling's new story; In The News for May 27
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what’s on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 27 …
Lagos pulls down distressed storey-building - The Nation Nigeria
The Lagos State government on Tuesday demolished a two-storey building located on Western Avenue. The building, situated at ..
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
KVSU assists students for online education
The introduction of online education system since COVID-19 lockdown has not been readily appreciated by all as many families do not have access to TV, phone or radio.
Amazon In Advanced Talks To Buy Self-Driving-Car Tech Company Zoox
Amazon is in advanced talks to buy Zoox in a move that would expand the e-commerce giant's reach in autonomous-vehicle technology. The Wall Street Journal reports: The companies are discussing a deal that would value Zoox at less than the $3.2 billion it achieved in a funding round in 2018, accordi...
YouTube Kids app rolls out support for Apple TV
The YouTube Kids app can now be downloaded on Apple TV, marking another expansion to its availability after launching on smart TVs before. It supports both the 4K and HD versions of the device.
Putrajaya delays enforcing law amendment for worker housing improvement
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Ministry of Human Resources said today it would delay enforcing the amendment to a law that would have required employers to improve housing for their workers. Its minister Datuk M. Saravanan said the delay is meant to give companies more time to prepare. Parliament’s...
Hong Kong unrest worries curb global shares rally
Unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing's proposed national security laws weighed on global shares and oil prices on Wednesday, offsetting optimism about ...
Covid-19: 7 new cases in China, 19 in South Korea
Overall count since the country's first case on January 25 is now up to 11,275, including 269 deaths
Woot is blowing out these essential Anker charging and audio accessories while supplies last
Well-reviewed Anker accessories are on sale at Woot today including must-haves like chargers, cables, Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, and much more. Grab 'em before it all sells out.
Coronavirus: NCDC announces 276 new cases, total soars to 8,344
Fresh 276 cases of Covid-19 have been announced by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control on Tuesday, bringing the total infection to 8,344, with 16 new deaths.
Chief Secy vs Punjab ministers: All eyes on Cabinet today
The Cabinet meeting was called a few hours after Manpreet Badal and Channi met the CM at the latter’s farm house on Monday.
New report claims Liverpool have not held talks regarding Adam Lallana’s short-term contract extension
The England international is still set to leave the club at the end of June.The England international is still set to leave the club at the end of June.
KTM factory team makes first meters during private test on the Red Bull Ring
After the first NASCAR races in America, Europe's first race is also back on track with the Austrian Grand Prix. However, the Red Bull Ring will already be used by KTM's MotoGP team.
Online UK grocery spending hits record in lockdown shopping spree
Overall UK grocery sales increased by 13% year-on-year
Cornish firearms operation followed drugs bust in Plymouth
Police confirm three men - all from Plymouth - have been arrested on suspicion of supplying cocaine
Some employees miss working in air-conditioned spaces as central Canada sizzles
Natasha Burtenshaw-deVries lives in one of several apartments in a converted house in Brantford, Ont., that doesn't have central air conditioning.
In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets
Twitter added a warning phrase to two Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots 'fraudulent'.
Online gambling firm closes after investigation finds ‘serious failings’
The probe was launched following the death of a 25-year-old customer who lost more than £30,000.
Argentex Group Announces Completion of New London Headquarters
Argentex Group, provider of foreign exchange services to institutions, corporates and high net worth private individuals announced new London headquarters.
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness
The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.
A's to place scouts on furlough, end minor league pay
The Oakland Athletics are placing their scouts and a significant number of other front office employees on furlough, suspending pay for minor leaguers and cutting the salaries of other executives as part of a cost-cutting move in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring
Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.
Universities across Tayside and Fife prepare to begin classes again in September
Universities across Tayside and Fife will begin the new educational year in September using a combination of online and face-to-face teaching.
Normal People’s Daisy Edgar-Jones reveals struggle with hypochondria and anxiety
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Skullcandy’s new true wireless earbuds have built-in Tile tracking
Four new models to pick from between $60 and $100.
Deputy calls for figures to back up ‘buy local’ campaign
ROBUST data showing why buying goods and services locally is so important is needed as soon as possible so that a convincing case can be made to reinforce the message of the JEP’s Celebrate Local campaign, a States Deputy has said.
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.
Renault and Nissan deepen cooperation in bid for survival
TOKYO, May 27 — Renault, Nissan Motor Co and Mitsubishi Motors Corp said today they would each take a lead on car manufacturing in different regions in a wide-ranging revamp of their partnership to slash costs and survive. The three carmakers are reeling from the coronavirus pandemic which...
Centre, Maharashtra spar over Shramik Specials ‘going empty’
According to the Railways, based on the demand assessment provided by the Maharashtra government on May 15, 145 trains were planned.
Japan's new virus contact-tracing app promises privacy in bid for reach
Officials hope the app will serve as a deterrent against a second wave of infections considered to be a growing risk in Japan.
Monkey Spotted Walking On Top Of Shelves Inside Hospital Operation Theater In Port-Of-Spain
When medics of Port-of-Spain General Hospital resume elective surgeries, they found a wild monkey roaming about an operation theatre.
COVID-19: The future of college is online
Continuation of virtual classes may be beneficial even after the coronavirus is over
Spain begins 10-day mourning period for coronavirus victims
Spain has begun an official 10-day mourning period for the tens of thousands of victims of the coronavirus pandemic in the country.
Commentary: More action needed to bolster economy — and quickly
A dollar spent on speeding our recovery today will pay off with dividends across the decades to come.
COVID-19: 5 more test positive in M’laya
Five more persons, including three women tested positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, taking the total of active COVID-19 cases to seven in the state, health official said on Wednesday.
Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong before legislators debate national anthem law
In the Central business district, police shot pepper balls at protesters and searched several people.
Happy Birthday Ravi Shastri: Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane lead wishes as Team India's head coach turns 58
Ravi Shastri, the head coach of the Indian cricket team, turned 58 today and the cricketing fraternity has poured its wishes for him on social media.
MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons
Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.
India braces for worst locust attack in three decades: Authorities procure drones, pesticides but financial damage from crop loss to be huge
Already overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic, farmers in north India are now worrying over the kharif crop even as a new wave of locust attacks, predicted to be the worst in almost three decades, is expected by June
No problem getting ball to swing in England without saliva – Dukes owner
Australia seamer Mitchell Starc warned against the proposed new cricket regulations.
Aarogya Setu is now open source; govt announces reward for finding security flaws
The National Informatics Centre has also announced the bug bounty programme for developers who can find vulnerabilities in the app
Boris Johnson's sister Rachel says Dominic Cummings should admit he 'messed up'
Rachel Johnson said the country would be able to move on if Mr Cummings apologised for his behaviour
Police called to shut down party at disused industrial unit in Gorton
The revellers left the building after officers spoke with them
White confirms new-look Bulls coaching team as Mongalo joins fray
Jake White has confirmed his completed his overhaul at the Bulls and announced his new-look backroom coaching team.
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill
Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.
PJ cops confirm online harassment of DAP reps being looked into
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The police have confirmed they are investigating the online harassment of two DAP assemblymen, after they allegedly received death threats on Facebook. Petaling Jaya police chief Asst Comm Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal said a report was lodged by Bandar Utama assemblyman Jamaliah...
Xi Jinping says China strengthening armed forces amid tensions with US over coronavirus
Beijing says it will improve its preparedness for military combat. In the background: heightened U.S. tensions.
In vast Kenya camp, refugee journalists on coronavirus front line
For more than a decade, KANERE, the world's first fully independent refugee camp news outlet, has defied funding shortages and other challenges to publish investigations and reports about life in Kenya's remote Kakuma camp.
White House defends, but does not explain Donald Trump firing watchdog
A White House letter issued in response to concerns from a prominent Republican senator does little to explain the decision-making behind Trump's recent upheaval of the inspector general community.
World coronavirus dispatch: Big Tech's big plans for the post-Covid world
From first drone deliveries in the US, to how South Korea crushed its second outbreak, and the impact of Covid-19 on militant activity in Africa - read these and more in today's world dispatch
EUR/USD remans under pressure around the 1.0960 area
The single currency came under selling pressure on Wednesday and is now forcing EUR/USD to retreat to the 1.0960 region. EUR/USD sheds ground on USD-b
Arunachal govt equipped to handle possible spike in COVID-19 cases as more people return: Khandu
Around 6,000 have returned to the state so far.
Apple to reopen about 100 US stores, most with curbside pickup
Apple Inc plans to reopen about 100 US stores, mostly with curbside pickup but some with walk-in service, the company said on Tuesday.
Coronavirus outbreak at South Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.
Cancer Council throws shade at North Sydney's $58 million pool revamp
North Sydney Council scrapped plans for a sun-shade over the new children's pool at its famous swimming complex. The Cancer Council says it should be put back.
Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field: Snapchat
Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters -- forcing
Internet cafe for lawyers? How PH justice system will cope with new normal
It will be a digital transformation, says the Supreme Court, but how will it make sure that every litigant has equal access to technology?
HK arrests protesters ahead of controversial law discussion
At least 15 people were arrested here on Wednesday by security forces, who have been deployed in greater numbers on the streets in recent hours, ahead of a controversial bill criminalising disrespect to the Chinese anthem being presented before in the Legislative Council.
Parents still not happy with South Gloucestershire SEND services - two years after damning report
"Too many children and young people with SEND are not achieving their full potential.”
Oil falls on demand concerns, US-China tensions
Oil prices fell on Wednesday on concerns over how quickly fuel demand will recover even as lockdowns ease in many countries with falling coronavirus cases, with U.S.-China tensions adding to the
Maharashtra: Amid reports of rift in Thackeray-led MVA, Speaker says no 'emergency' or 'political situation' in state
With as many as 54,758 positive cases of COVID-19, Maharashtra is currently is the worst coronavirus affected state in the country.
Talk of the Town article leads to clean-up operation in Muirhevnamor - Talk of the Town
If you want something done, turn to Talk of the Town! That seems to be the message after a clean up got underway in Muirhevnamor yesterday, less than 24 hours after we highlighted illegal dumping in the area. On Monday we reported how residents of Road 2 and Crescent 1 had been trying to get...Read More→
Farm Environment Plans Come Out On Top For Growers And The Environment
Farm Environment Plans have come out on top as the best way for vegetable and fruit growers to manage their environmental impact and at the same time, provide evidence to regulators.
A gateway to transport and energy research: The Innovation and Networks Executive Agency
D Beckers, Director, Innovation and Networks Executive Agency, charts the important work of the organisation in supporting transport and energy research
Samsung Galaxy S20 shipments are way way down compared to Galaxy S10
New tracking data shows that the most popular Galaxy S20 device shipped far fewer units than the most popular S10, suggesting reduced sales too.
MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons
OTTAWA — Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.
Coronavirus deaths could top 18,000 in India, says public health expert
India is still in the ascending limb of the epidemic, said Prof D Prabhakaran, Director, Centre for Control of Chronic Conditions.On low mortality rate in India and possible reasons for it, he said we will know if the mortality is actually low when the epidemic ends
EUR/USD: The safe-haven US dollar is gaining some ground
EUR/USD has been retreating amid intensifying Sino-American relations as speculation about the next central bank moves stands out, Yohay Elam, an anal
Doctor in SC questions Centre’s new SOP ending 14-day mandatory quarantine of health workers
As per the advisory, quarantine of healthcare workers, other than the two categories -- in case of high exposure to COVID-19 and in cases of health care workers showing symptoms of COVID-19 -- is not warranted, it said.
Congress' RS Surjewala moves SC over migrant crisis; seeks to be heard in suo motu case listed for tomorrow
Surjewala has requested in his plea that the Centre should be directed to come up with a nationwide plan to ease the pressure on India's migrant population
Q4 GDP: Where will India be when this dreadful year finally ends? Today's numbers will show the first signs
The nationwide lockdown announced from March 25 brought the entire economy to a standstill .
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem Bill
HONG KONG: Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday (May 27) as activists called for protests against a Bill to ...
Asian stocks pull back as Hong Kong uncertainty weighs
Asian shares shed some of their recent gains on Wednesday as investor concerns about rising tensions between the United States and China tempered ...
Tougher for bowlers to find rhythm post lockdown: Brett Lee
The ICC has recommended a minimum preparation period of eight-12 weeks for bowlers returning to Test cricket, six weeks for ODIs and five-six weeks for T20Is.
Wizards' John Wall says he's '110 percent' and 'itching' to return
Washington Wizards point guard John Wall declared himself fully recovered after two operations that sidelined him for the past 1½ years and said he is “itching” to get back on the court next season.
Tayside and Fife researchers study safe use of UV light in coronavirus fight
Ultraviolet light could be used in the fight against coronavirus, researchers have said.
Shenhua dangles N180m-a-week contract at Ighalo
Shanghai Shenhua has reportedly offered Odion Ighalo a new deal worth around £360,000-a-week (N180m) amid interest from Newcastle United....
It's time to embrace split-coaching, says Darren Lehmann
Cricket News: Split-coaching is the way forward for Indian cricket and rest of the world since it is becoming increasingly difficult to balance work and family, rec
Ian Bishop compares current Indian pace unit to intimidating West Indies bowlers of past
Cricket News: The burning desire to succeed abroad acted as a stimulus for India to consciously create a fearsome pace battery, says former West Indies speedster Ia
Walkley awards: Canberra Times staff named among finalists
Photographer Dion Georgopoulos and former education reporter Sherryn Groch have been announced as finalists.
S&P 500: Fully valued on some measures – UBS
Global equities have recovered swiftly from the COVID-19 pandemic with the S&P 500 climbing above 3000 points for the time since late February. The ra
Gold hits 2-week low on optimism around reopening of economies
Spot gold dipped 0.3% to $1,705.94 per ounce by 0502 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since May 13 of $1,703.40 earlier in the session. US gold futures were down 0.6% to $1,695.80.
“White Harlots Eager for Sex”: Islam’s Medieval Fantasies Plague Europe
Speaking under the pseudonym of “Ella,” a British woman recently revealed that her Muslim rapists called her “a white c*nt, a white wh*re, and a white b*tch,”
Brad Pitt Can’t Believe Daughter Shiloh Is Already 14 – Inside The Birthday Plans While Still In Quarantine!
Time really flies, especially when you are a parent! This seems to be the case for Brad Pitt too since he’s having a hard time comprehending how
Hours before taking up migrant workers issue, Supreme Court got stinging letter from senior lawyers
They criticised the top court for its “self-effacing deference” to the government
Tribeca Film Institute to Suspend Operations, Enact Layoffs
The Tribeca Film Institute has paused its operations and has been hit with a small round of layoffs due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Contact made: Chelsea transfer target offered to Barcelona by agent
The agent of AC Milan goalkeeper and Chelsea transfer target Gianluigi Donnarumma has reportedly contacted Barcelona about a possible move. The Italy international has recently been linked with Chelsea by the Daily Express, with the Blues likely to need an upgrade on under-performing ‘keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga in the near future. MORE: Chelsea consider transfer move for […]
The Blueprint For Rethinking Main Street
Now that stay-at-home orders are being lifted, Hunter Hall of the Main Street Business Improvement Association discusses what recovery should look like for SMBs.
Wings Over Wairarapa Confirmed For February 2021
Covid-19 won’t be keeping the Wings Over Wairarapa air festival grounded with dates for the iconic event now locked in.
Pro golfer Matt Fitzpatrick helps buy virus equipment for children’s hospital
The 25-year-old is a patron of The Children’s Hospital Charity which supports the Children’s Hospital in his native Sheffield.
Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law
Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus company news summary – South Africa faces production hit – Poland faces outbreak among miners – Lithium producers struggle with demand slump
27 May The Minerals Council South Africa has warned that mining production in the country is likely to fall by...Read More...
Coronavirus: Testing rates slide as youngest death recorded
After a testing blitz, numbers of tests have fallen in the past week as economies open up.
Heatwave likely to continue during next 24 hours: IMD
The ongoing heatwave over several parts of north and central India is likely to continue during the next 24 hours, the India Meteorological Department said on Wednesday, even as the southwest monsoon
India’s worst recession is here, says Crisil
CRISIL also foresees economic activity in states with high Covid-19 cases to suffer prolonged disruption as restrictions could continue longer.
Israeli Minister Calls on Twitter CEO to Ban Iran’s Khamenei
The Iranian leader is using Twitter “to promote hatred against the Jewish people and the State of Israel,” says newly-appointed Strategic Affairs Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen.
Analytics firm Bonza gets seed funding, releases COVID-19 data
The start-up has recently released data on the nationwide COVID-19 reproduction number (Rt) on its website.
Amitabh Bachchan: ‘Amar Akbar Anthony’ surpasses ‘Baahubali 2’ collections, when adjusted for inflation
The Bollywood star said that his 1977 film made ₹7.25 crores upon release, a figure that would cross the ‘Baahubali 2’ collections if adjusted
India heatwave: Delhi temperature hits 47C as north India reels
Delhi saw temperatures hit 47C, the highest in decades for this time of year.
BJP MLA Nandkishor Gurjar asks Virat Kohli to divorce Anushka Sharma for producing 'Paatal Lok'
Recently, Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Nandkishor Gurjar had filed an FIR against actor and producer Anushka for using his picture in the web series.
ECOWAS Court adjusts rules of procedure
The ECOWAS Court of Justice says it has updated its Practice Direction to enable the virtual conduct of Court sessions. The court also said it has updated the electronic filing of processes, acc...
Tiger cub 'seeks out human help' and approaches houses after losing her mother in Siberia
A wild tiger cub took the unusual step of seeking human help after losing her mother in east Siberia. She came close to houses in Gornovodnoye and was spotted padding down the road.
Summer Offers: Amazon India offers flat Rs 1,000 discount on ACs, Coolers, and Refrigerators
Amazon India is offering a discount of flat 1000 Rs on ACs, Refrigerators and coolers, check out.
'Overall stable and controllable': Amid continuing standoff, China on situation at India border
China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is 'overall stable and controllable,' and both the countries have proper mechanisms and communication channels to resolve the issues through a dialogue and consultation.
Senior Arab Officials: Senior Saudi, Jordanian officials say moderate Arab states back Israel's sovereignty plan - Middle East
While Arab leaders officially oppose Israel's sovereignty plan, many have backed the plan in closed-door talks with the US.
Oil falls on demand concerns, US-China tensions
Oil prices fell on Wednesday on concerns over how quickly fuel demand will recover even as lockdowns ease in many countries with falling ...
Odion Ighalo agent breaks silence on Manchester United talks
Ighalo is on loan at United from Shanghai Shenhua but the deal is due to expire in the coming days.
Tory councillor calls on Dominic Cummings to apologise for lockdown journey
Bill Binks has been unable to travel down to south-west England to see his family after his daughter-in-law died of cancer
Trudeau points to job listings
UPDATE 8:48 a.m. Wednesday morning was Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's 65th early morning address to Canadians from Ottawa.
'Stalker Situation': Sweden's Chief Epidemiologist Receives Death Threats
Over the course of the coronavirus crisis, Anders Tegnell, Sweden's state epidemiologist, the man often seen as the architect of the country's no-lockdown strategy, has...
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...
Israeli Economy Shrinks By More Than 7 Percent Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Private spending dropped by 20.3 percent, investment in fixed assets by 17.3 and exports by 5.9 percent from January to March, according to Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics.
3-month-old baby Olive born in ‘coronavirus period’ shows ANGRY FACE
A 3-month-old baby, Olive, has become a viral sensation expressing an angry face while taking passport photos. The Infant’s mum, Alice Tranfield stated that Olive as a UK and Australian citizen requires two passports so since
RB Leipzig vs Hertha BSC Preview: Probable Lineups, Prediction, Tactics, Team News & Key Stats
RB Leipzig will look to build on their excellent outing from last week as they get ready to host Hertha Berlin. #Bundesliga #HerthaBerlin #RBLeipzig
Google to begin reopening offices in July
The technology giant has said new health and safety measures will be in place to support social distancing.
285 killed by floods since April - CS Wamalwa
So far, 285 people have lost their lives and 810,655 others affected by floods, mudslides and landslides occasioned by heavy rains in most regions.
SpaceX's moment of triumph arrives as astronauts ready for US launch
A new era in space begins Wednesday with the launch by SpaceX of two NASA astronauts into space, a capability that for six decades symbolized the power of a handful of states, and which the United States ...
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.
Step inside Cath Kidston’s home and be inspired by the Queen of Print’s style
In her new book A Place Called Home, Cath shares her design inspiration as she gives readers a tour of her Gloucestershire home room by room.
Boeing workers cope with the virus threat as layoffs loom
Five weeks after they returned to work, Boeing workers say measures inside the plants are mostly working.
Jake King: League One needs to wait for its return
Jake King does not want to see football return until a coronavirus vaccine is discovered – and warned the pandemic could change the lower leagues as we know them.
Sam Payne rides winner for grandfather Paddy
Sam Payne says he grew closer to his grandfather Paddy following the sad and sudden death of his mother in 2007. Now, more than a decade on from Brigid's pass...
Arsenal: 3 improvements Joe Willock must make to reach next level
Joe Willock remains one of Arsenal's ongoing questions—what can they expect from him? Here are three things he needs to improve on first. Arsenal's youth...
Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time
Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.
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.
Liverpool open negotiations to sign PSG defender on free transfer
Jurgen Klopp has made his interest known.
Explained: What is Tianwen-1, China’s Mars mission?
China’s Mars mission: China's previous ‘Yinghuo-1’ Mars mission, which had piggybacked on a Russian spacecraft, had failed after it could not leave the Earth's orbit and disintegrated over the Pacific Ocean in 2012.
Smart road infrastructure warns dumb cars
Road-side long-range sensors could provide road users in normal vehicles with warnings similar to those available in smart vehicles, according to a research project running in Germany.
Cancer Council throws shade at North Sydney's $58 million pool revamp
North Sydney Council scrapped plans for a sun-shade over the new children's pool at its famous swimming complex. The Cancer Council says it should be put back.
COVID-19: FG, Shell, Eni await new date for $1.1bn Malabu court case in Italy — Investigation
BARELY, a week after the London court had dismissed the $1.1 billion Malabu case, involving the purchase of Oil Prospecting Licence
$400-M ADB loan to fund PH capital market dev’t
The Asian Development Bank has approved a $400-million policy-based loan to support the government’s efforts to strengthen domestic capital markets and reach its development goals of high, sustained economic growth, and poverty reduction.
Early access to Bev Q app hints at mixed bag
Early access to Bev Q, the virtual queue management system developed for the Kerala State Beverages Corporation, on a trial basis, turned out to be a mixed bag going by the customer feedback.Many were
Powerful 6.1 Earthquake Hits Off Vanuatu Coast - USGS
The nation in located in a region that is part of the Pacific Ocean basin's "Ring of Fire", notorious for its earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
Bar Council of India urges Chief Justice Bobde to re-start courts from June 1
In the letter, BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra asserted that only 10 per cent of the cases are being heard these days despite the fact that there was an 80 per cent pendency of cases in trial courts.
Split coaches is the way to go: Australia’s Darren Lehmann on managing workload in world cricket
The former Australia coach said it was important getting increasingly difficult to balance work and family life for coaches.
Stocks in focus: RIL, Bharti Airtel, Sun Pharma, Titan, United Spirits among others to remain in news
Dabur India, Sun Pharmaceutical, Aditya Birla Fashion, JP Associates and Tata Investment Corporation are among 21 companies that slated to announce their March quarter earnings today.
British minister says 'move on' from rage over PM adviser Cummings' road trip
LONDON — A British minister said on Wednesday that it was time to “move on” after Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s senior adviser provoked outrage and widespread scorn by making a 400 km (250 mile) road trip during the coronavirus lockdown.
VIDEO: Nanaimo man’s stop-motion Schitt’s Creek spoof catches eye of Dan Levy
Schitt’s Creek may have aired its final episode this spring, but a Nanaimo man is keeping the sitcom’s spirit alive with a new short film set to the show’s No. 1 (in our hearts) hit song, A Little . . .
Brian May's Busted Bum Was the Least of His Concerns
If you have no idea why we're talking about Brian May's arse, the musician made headlines earlier this month for tearing his gluteus maximus (every day is a slow news day in lockdown). The issue wasn't his butt at all, as it turns out, and things got worse when May suffered a heart attack.
Mexico hits new virus record of over 500 deaths reported in a day
Mexico’s health department has reported 501 deaths from the coronavirus, a new one-day high and the first time the figure exceeded 500.
Outdoor spaces and improved transport options - how a new east Manchester arena could lead on sustainability as well as boosting the economy
OVG aim to make the proposed new east Manchester arena the most sustainable in the UK
'Flying Bullets' operationalised, IAF chief takes Tejas sortie
Coimbatore: Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal R K S Bhadauria flew a Tejas single-seater light combat aircraft at the Sulur air force station on Wednesday. Officials said Air Chief Marshal...
No new reports of fighting despite Afghan ceasefire ending
Appeals for the Taliban to extend a ceasefire with Afghan forces went unanswered Wednesday, but there were no reports of major violence and the militants said they would release some government prisoners.
Ram Gopal Verma Releases Trailer of His First Film Shot in Lockdown Titled 'Coronavirus'
Coronavirus trailer: Ram Gopal Verma has dropped a trailer of his upcoming Telugu film on COVID-19 shot during the lockdown.
55 Covid-related goods makers keen on investing in PH
Trade and Industry Sec. Ramon Lopez said 55 companies manufacturing products to fight the coronavirus disease 2019 outbreak have expressed interests to invest in the country.
Don’t get why the Real Madrid supporters boo and jeer me, admits Gareth Bale
Gareth Bale has confessed that he’s surprised and confused as to why the Real Madrid supporters boo and jeer him when he’s ‘not having a good time on the field’. The Welshman has done relatively well for the Los Blancos but injuries and other issues have plagued his tenure in Madrid.
Capcom just rolled out a five-day Mega Man Switch sale
Mega Man started out on a Nintendo platform, so it only feels natural that Capcom bring as many games as possible to the Switch. Although things were very slow going at first (bring every Mega Man on NES and SNES to the Switch Online suite,...
No problem getting ball to swing in England without saliva – Dukes owner
Australia seamer Mitchell Starc warned against the proposed new cricket regulations.
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
EXCLUSIVE! Content is like cuisine for me, helps in having perspective: 'What Are The Odds' actor Karanvir Malhotra
In an exclusive interview with DNA, 'What Are The Odds?' actor Karanvir Malhotra spoke about his journey of becoming an actor, how OTT is breaking barriers and more.
Shares in Latin America's biggest airline plunge after bankruptcy filing
Shares in Latin America's largest airline plunged on the New York and Santiago stock exchanges on Tuesday after LATAM filed for bankruptcy in the US.
National anthem bill reignites Hong Kong unrest
Riot police clashed with office workers on their lunch break in Hong Kong on Wednesday after a bill which would outlaw insults to China's national anthem became the latest trigger for unrest.
No problem getting ball to swing in England without saliva – Dukes owner
Australia seamer Mitchell Starc warned against the proposed new cricket regulations.
Hospital staff with Covid-19 had protective antibodies in study
The research addresses a crucial question regarding the new coronavirus: whether people who had Covid-19, and especially those who didn’t get severely ill, develop antibodies capable of protecting them against reinfection.
Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops
An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.
Marine researchers from Australia spot underwater ‘tornado’
We have a heard a lot many things about tornadoes. Seen them too, enough number of times in movies. Twister, Into the Storm, anyone?
Everett man identified as victim of deadly gunfire at party
William Thomas Harper III, 28, was shot to death Sunday. His alleged assailant is jailed.
"It's wonderful to see passion and creative energy," says Dezeen Awards 2020 judge Steve Trstenjak
As we count down the days to the Dezeen Awards 2020 deadline, Steve Trstenjak of Woods Bagot says that he’s hoping to see an "emphasis on sustainability."
India won't budge on Ladakh in face of China threat
India’s military will match the deployment and mobilisation of the People’s Liberation Army at the LAC
Gayle King says it’s ‘open season’ on black men in America following Amy Cooper and Minneapolis incidents
Gayle King has said it’s “open season” on black men in response to two separate videos of racist behaviour, which circulated online Tuesday (26 May).
Cristiano Ronaldo training on his own away from Juventus teammates after quarantine
Ronaldo has already completed 14 days of isolation at home in Turin following his return to the country from Madeira, but is still training in solitude despite undergoing tests for coronavirus
FIBA publishes guidelines for restart of basketball activities
World basketball governing body FIBA has published recommendations on returning to basketball for national federations, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Join SA celebs at the virtual launch of the HUAWEI P40 Series and stand a chance of winning a share of R500 000 in prizes
Do you love music, dancing, and admiring beauty? Then join us for the "unleashing" of the HUAWEI P40 Series via a virtual launch on 29 May at 14:00 right here!
Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring
Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.
Aldi announces plans to open new store in Cork
Aldi has said that the new store will see “substantial investment” in the area.
WATCH | Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time
Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.
WHAT! FRIENDS Reunion Special Won’t Be A New Episode To The Series, Deets Inside
Each fan is desperately waiting for FRIENDS Reunion to get telecast but no one knows when will it happen really. The Reunion special was ready to be shot in March but Coronavirus Pandemic played the
CATL explores new EV battery services, to add capacity: chairman
BEIJING (Reuters) - China’s top electric vehicle (EV) battery maker Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL) is exploring new battery-related services and will expand manufacturing capacity in the next two years, its chairman told Reuters.
Family of Irishman who fell to death in Australia call for candles to be lit in tribute
Three men have been charged with murder of Cian English (19) outside Brisbane
Global spending on oil to drop by $1 trillion in 2020 says IEA
Investment in energy sector will see its biggest drop this year says the agency
Bali fights virus same way it attracts tourists – with local customs
Indonesia’s most popular tourist destination, Bali, has its local customs to thank for what officials tout as success in containing the COVID-19 outbreak, as the central government mulls reopening the resort island.
Elon Musk's SpaceX raises $346 million ahead of debut astronaut mission
US President Donald Trump will be among the spectators at Kennedy Space Center to witness the launch
Energy group urging people to help environment after Covid-19 crisis
An energy group from Montgomery has urged people to consider life after coronavirus, and its impacts on the environment.
Saudi crown prince orders house, car for dead breadwinner’s family
The family head, wife and daughter were swept away by floods
I am finally back on court: Nadal returns to training
Spain tennis star Rafael Nadal is back to training following the COVID-19 forced hiatus. He has started training in Mallorca at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar.
'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families
Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive. He said daily visits to her window at Orchard Villa in Pickering, Ont.
Cotton trade body writes to Centre seeking early measures to control locust menace
The locust attack in parts of India is feared to pose a threat on the kharif cotton crop in the key growing States. The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has appealed to the Centre for taking immediat
Insecurity: Zamfara PDP hails Buhari on victory over banditry, crimes
At least for once, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is on the same page with the President Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government on a number of issues.
Hong Kong unrest worries curb global shares rally
TOKYO, May 27 — Unrest in Hong Kong over Beijing’s proposed national security laws weighed on global shares and oil prices today, offsetting optimism about the re-opening of the world economy. Riot police fired pepper pellets on protesters in Hong Kong’s main business district, rekindling...
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness
The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.
Covid-19: Malaysia has sufficient supply of food and necessities, says minister
SERIAN, May 27 — Malaysia has sufficient supply of basic food and necessities to last during the current Covid-19 pandemic period, said Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) Datuk Alexander Nanta Linggi. He said the KPDNHEP, together with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food...
Only The Lonely Can Play
Great investment opportunities are lonely. History shows us the crowd behaviors to avoid and the investment market circumstances to capitalize on. We believe we
Brazil reports over 1,000 virus deaths, 16,000 cases
Total case count in world's second worst-hit country crosses 390,000, death toll nears 25,000
ISS commander hails today's SpaceX launch as 'step towards the future'
SpaceX will become the first private company to send astronauts into space
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.
Greg Chappell lacked man-management skills, John Wright let Sourav Ganguly lead from the front: Mohammad Kaif
Cricket News: Former Australian cricketer Greg Chapell's stint as coach of the Indian men's senior cricket team from 2005 to 2007 was a phase that was fraught with
Congress to launch “Speak Up” campaign on economic crisis created by lockdown
Party’s main demand is assistance of ₹10,000 for every family that falls outside I-T bracket
Mumbai lockdown: Flight passengers moving to or from airport don't need to carry e-pass
'All flight travellers moving to/from the Mumbai Airport can do so without an e-pass,' Mumbai police tweeted.The domestic flights were allowed to operate with reasonable restrictions, from May 25
Jagan Should Answer to the YSRCP Social Media Abuse of Judiciary?
Right from Jagan to the party leaders and cadre, YSR Congress is infamous for linking the judges to Chandrababu Naidu. Finally, the court decided to take them to the task.
Innovating The ATM Beyond Cash
PYMNTS explores the influx in PPP loan applications, an overview of new ATM and ITM technologies and Redwood Credit Union's latest digital innovations.
Nagano and Ishikawa high school baseball coaches tout special anti-virus masks to get game going again
Local baseball federation to hand out masks made of washable antimicrobial fabric that are more breathable.
Kerala On Verge Of Community Transmission, Says CM Amid Tussle With Railways
With 963 COVID-19 cases confirmed, Kerala now has 412 patients under treatment and over one lakh under observation.
Veteran journalist Tom Krause remembered as 'force of nature' by industry peers
Media industry figures from around the country have heaped praise on veteran journalist Tom Krause, who passed away on Tuesday.
Fearing coronavirus, OFWs in Algeria ask PH gov’t to bring them home
At least 152 Filipinos working in construction sites remain stranded in the African country
First Emirati winner shares Dh1 million with five others in Emirates Loto
Six UAE residents each won Dh166,666 in last Saturday’s draw
Obaseki constructs roads in Ekosodin after years of neglect, as projects excite residents
Residents in Ekosodin community, Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, have applauded the Governor Godwin Obaseki
Jose Mourinho gives Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min injury updates ahead of Tottenham return
Tottenham are hoping to have Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min fit for when the Premier League returns as Jose Mourinho offers an update
Businessman Hamilton Ndlovu Apologises For ‘Poor Taste’
Johannesburg businessman Thabiso Hamilton Ndlovu apologises to South Africa for his 'poor taste' after a video in which he was showing
Maharashtra Reports Over 2,000 New Cases For Ten Consecutive Days, State’s Covid-19 Tally Reaches 54,758
The total number of active cases in the state has increased to 36,004.
Substitute host Katie Razzall stands in for Emily Maitlis on tonight's Newsnight after BBC admits she DID breach impartiality rules with amazing diatribe on Dominic Cummings and PM - as viewers demand full Ofcom probe
Reporter Katie Razzall stood in for Emily Maitlis on tonight's Newsnight after the BBC admitted the host breached impartiality rules in an opening monologue about the Dominic Cummings row.
Axis Bank soars 15% on report PE firm Carlyle could pick 8% stake
The private equity firm Carlyle may infuse $1 billion to own up to 8 per cent of Axis Bank, report suggest.
MLA irked over delay in shifting COVID-19 case
The Alleged delay in shifting COVID-19 positive cases lodged in a quarantine facility irked a legislator in Manipur who also drew the chief minister’s attention to the issue on Wednesday.
Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring
Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.
Parents with childcare issues should 'do as Dominic Cummings did', says Cabinet minister Robert Jenrick as he shrugs off party's poll plunge telling 40 Tory MPs calling for aide to be sacked to 'move on'
In a tetchy round of interviews, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said people were entitled to exercise 'personal judgement' over the tough lockdown rules.
Hundreds of masked guests line up as Tulalip casinos reopen
Tulalip Resort Casino and Quil Ceda Creek opened the doors on Tuesday after a two-month closure.
Coatbridge care home's remorse over breach of Covid-19 social distancing rules
DJ's morale-boosting visit saw vulnerable residents dance together and share a microphone
Anger, and one way of handling it
It is unreal to see two conflicting traits in one individual
Gold prices hit two-week low on optimism around reopening of economies; US-China tensions temper losses
Gold prices touched a two-week low on Wednesday due to optimism around the reopening of several economies, but increasing Sino-US frictions over Beijing’s proposed security law for Hong Kong tempered losses
In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets
The US President said Twitter's fact-check warning is stifling freedom of expression and accused the platform of interfering in the US presidential elections.
Covid-19 update: 9 additional deaths and 37 new cases of Covid-19 confirmed in Ireland
A further nine people have passed away from Covid-19 in Ireland according to the latest data from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre. There have now been a total 1,615 Covid-19 related deaths i...
Restaurant owners to bang pots and pans in Old Montreal in bid to reopen
MONTREAL — Some Montreal restaurant owners are planning to take their pots and pans to the streets Wednesday morning, demanding answers on when they can reopen their restaurants.
Coronavirus trailer: Ram Gopal Varma bankrolls thriller around the disease
In the trailer spanning over four minutes, we see a family struggling to embrace the possibility that a family member might be COVID-19 positive. The manner in which the trailer has been cut gives it the feel of a thriller.
Hong Kong on edge before national anthem bill: Live updates
Hong Kong riot police have made arrests and fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.
A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown
Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.Here is what some of the provinces have a
A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown
Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.
OnePlus wants to make cheap phones again - is the OnePlus Z coming?
Pete Lau discussed OnePlus’s future plans about returning to cheaper smartphones and creating a product ecosystem.
SpaceX passenger brought down to earth by tax evasion allegations
Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa set to be company’s first space tourist
Shrewsbury still at the heart of the community
Football might be on hold but, while the coronavirus threatens society as we know it, charities have redoubled efforts to serve those in need during demanding circumstances.
British Land suffers £1bn hit from retail tumult
Property company dented by coronavirus impact and boom in ecommerce
US couple charged after child’s skeletal remains found in back yard
A Tennessee couple have been charged with multiple crimes after an investigation uncovered the skeletal remains of their daughter in the back yard of their home.Michael Anthony Gray Sr., aged 63, and Shirley Ann Gray, aged 60, were charged on Monday with multiple crimes including child abuse, child neglect
Nissan-Renault alliance to share more parts, technology
Alliance Operating Board Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said the group, which also includes smaller Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors Corp., will have each company focusing on geographic regions.
Silvertips notebook: Fonstad likely to return to Everett
The winger is not signing a pro contract with Montreal, meaning a return to the WHL is likely.
Super funds lose access to matching feature over fraud fears
Superannuation funds have had their access to SuperMatch suspended over concerns about fraud.
South Korea examines first suspected cases of syndrome in kids linked to Covid-19
The symptoms of MIS-C are similar to toxic shock and Kawasaki disease
Stripe expands in Europe, adding five more countries
Stripe, the €33bn online payments firm created by Limerick brothers Patrick and John Collison, is to roll its services out to another five European countries — Czech Republic, Romania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Malta.
Jeremie Aliadiere: 'Matteo Guendouzi has not grown up as a man at Arsenal'
Former forward Jeremie Aliadiere says that Matteo Guendouzi has not matured into a man during his two seasons at Arsenal.
Coronavirus: Carrefour launches ‘click and collect’ service in the UAE
Online customers can now collect their orders from select locations
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.
Most OPEC+ Nations Want No Changes in Deal Provisions Related to Cuts From July - Source
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Most OPEC+ nations want to preserve the April conditions of the deal and reduce oil production by 7.7 million barrels per day starting July, but...
COVID-19: Kaduna govt extends restrictions by two weeks
It added that according to the COVID-19 review report, "many of the cases recorded in Kaduna State have either been from persons with a history of
Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case
VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.
UK lockdown drives fastest growth in grocery sales for over 25 years
Of Britain's big four grocers, industry leader Tesco was the best performer with sales up 12.7%, closely followed by No. 2 player Sainsbury's with a 12.5% increase. No. 4 Morrisons' sales rose 9.8%, while Walmart owned Asda was the laggard with a 6.5% increase.
Xiaomi to launch TWS earbuds in the Indian market under Redmi Phone Plus strategy
The Chinese tech giant, Xiaomi, is one of the most popular brands in India. The company and its subsidiary consider the Southeast Asian market as a very important region and have said that it will launch new products under Redmi‘s “Phone-Plus” strategy. According to Xiaomi India’s Chief Marketing Officer, Anuj Sharma, “We have finalized the …
Coronavirus: Over 2 million masks distributed to Dubai workers
3 million labourers educated about need to take precautionary measures
Quebec plan to review status for asylum seekers working in care homes questioned
Quebec Premier Francois Legault's promise to review the status of asylum seekers working in long-term care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic raises more questions than it answers, advocates say.
Veteran journalist Tom Krause remembered as 'force of nature' by industry peers
Media industry figures from around the country have heaped praise on veteran journalist Tom Krause, who passed away on Tuesday.
All expelled almajiris welcome to Zamfara - Governor
He said the decision followed "a careful study of almajiri system in the state which only needs to be integrated into western education for the purpose
Former Head Of Russia's Chuvashia Sues Putin Over Dismissal
In an unprecedented move, the former head of the Russian region of Chuvashia, Mikhail Ignatyev, has filed a lawsuit against President Vladimir Putin challenging a presidential decree that removed him from office in January.
Stranded overseas, Chinese vent anger on aviation regulator
BEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese citizens, stranded abroad after the coronavirus pandemic caused thousands of flight cancellations, are taking their anger out on China’s aviation regulator.
COVID-19: Gov. El-Rufai extends Kaduna lockdown by 2 weeks
Gov. Nasiru El-Rufai has extended the lockdown order in Kaduna State by another two weeks, the state Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe said in a statewide broadcast on Tuesday.
Marvel Fans, Assemble! Avengers & Iron Man 3 To Re-Release In Hong Kong On THIS Date
Just like all of us, the film world is also trying to cope up with the current situation. As a step, Hong Kong is turning out to be the best place to be for superhero genre fans. As per the new upda
ASC returns to drum & bass on new Samurai EP, An Exact Science
The breakbeat-heavy record harks back to the early days of his discography.
Frances Tiafoe wants to draw more black kids to tennis
American Frances Tiafoe has already changed the lives of his immigrant parents thanks to his tennis career and the 2019 Australian Open quarter-finalist hopes he can also inspire more black kids to take up the sport.
Saunders: Trump can’t have it both ways on states’ rights
He can’t tell states to lead on the coronavirus response, then tell them how to run their elections.
Mbappe praises Klopp amid Liverpool transfer interest
Paris St. Germain forward Kylian Mbappe has lavished praise on Premier League giants Liverpool and their manager Jurgen Klopp amid rumours that he wants a move away from Parc des Princes.
Italy finally set to decide on Serie A resumption
After weeks of wrangling, with several U-turns on the way, Italy is due to decide on Thursday if and when its top-flight Serie A soccer league can resume after the coronavirus stoppage.
'OK, let's make history': hybrid House of Commons convenes to debate COVID-19
"OK, let's make history": with those words from the Speaker of the House of Commons, a hybrid meeting of members of Parliament is now underway.
'God of cricket' Tendulkar looms over India prodigy Shaw
Comparisons to India's "god of cricket" Sachin Tendulkar have not always helped Prithvi Shaw as he seeks to put a doping ban and injury worries behind him and cement his place in the national side.
Amid Covid-19 challenges for raising capital, gold M&As were a feature of Q1 2020
The mining deals decline was partially offset by a 26.4% increase in mergers and acquisitions (M&As), especially involving gold.
Former Aston Villa midfielder Mile Jedinak has not ruled out making a return to pitch
Former Villa midfielder Mile Jedinak is refusing to rule out a return to playing despite being without a club for almost a year.
House Passes Uighur Bill in Rebuke to China, Sends It to Trump
The U.S. House voted Wednesday to authorize sanctions against Chinese officials for human rights abuses against Muslim minorities, as Congress and the White House ratchet up pressure on the government in Beijing amid rising tensions between the world’s two biggest economies.
Millions gone in Delta market fires - The Nation Nigeria
No fewer than 300 shops were on Tuesday razed in Asaba, the Delta State capital. Gone with shops were articles valued at millions
GBP/USD: At 1.38 by year-end in the best scenario – UBS
The US dollar appreciated substantially through the crisis as investors sought the liquidity and safe-haven appeal of the US dollar. Nonetheless, anal
Body of COVID-19 victim cremated in open in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi amid protest by locals
The body of a woman who died due to COVID-19 was cremated in the open on the banks of Suketi Khud in Mandi district, amidst protest by local residents who objected to it over fear of catching the
2020 budget: NASS suspends holiday to consider revised appropriation bill
The National Assembly, the legislative arm of the country, has put its holiday on hold in order to reconvene and consider the 2020 revised budget on Thursday.
Christian Mbulu: Morecambe and ex-Motherwell defender dies at the age of 23
The 23-year-old who once had a stint with Motherwell FC started his very short career at Millwall before playing for Brentwood, Braintree and Crewe Alexandria.
Plane crash: 19 bodies of Pakistan International Airlines plane crash victims forcibly taken
Relatives did not even let the authorities conduct DNA tests to identify charred bodies
Contributions toward combating COVID-19
Churches, individuals and other social organisations have contributed towards COVID-19 fund and also to the quarantine centres with Bibles, gift packages and other essentials.
KCR to release water from Kondapochamma on May 29
Kondapochamma is one among the aggregation of several projects, which is called Kaleshwaram.
G Suite launches beta program for sharing folders in shared drives
Google Drive is a cloud storage product that everyone from single users, to enterprises, to educational facilities can use. Recently, Google cleaned up
Coronavirus: 'Short-lived' rebound in house hunter demand
Buyer demand leapt when curbs on the sector were lifted in England, but may not last long-term, analysis says.
FAKE ALERT: This tweet on Chinese army is not from Indian Army’s official handle
News News: Several Twitter users are posting screengrab of a tweet from handle @adgpi_ and taking a dig at Indian Army. Many users (mostly Pakistanis) are sharin
Virus sparks record drop in energy investment: IEA
The energy industry is set to suffer a record drop in investment due to the coronavirus fallout, the IEA said on Wednesday, and while renewables are likely to fare better than oil, any swift economic ...
World TeamTennis: Up to 500 Fans Will be Permitted to Attend Matches
WTT will host three matches per day at the resort which boasts of a capacity of hosting 2,500 spectators at its outdoor stadium.
Gold Price Forecast: New Trend Lower is Forming
Gold prices are have fallen for three days in succession now and mid-week trade sees the precious metal lower at $1708. Analyst and technical forecaster Richard Perry of Hantec Markets says there is a risk gold shifts into a near-term downtrend
Paedophile jailed for 17 years for persistent abuse of young girl
Michael James Buckmaster described his own behaviour as being "disgusting, perverted and sickening".
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.
Coronavirus outbreak: Ukraine's football league to restart on Saturday
The Ukrainian Premier League will restart its season this weekend, in line with a gradual easing of the coronavirus-related lockdown measures in the country, its governing body said Tuesday. The
Spotify finally gets this most-wanted feature – and real music lovers will be relieved
Spotify has announced that it's scrapping the limit on how many songs you can download to your personal library.
India wilts as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius
India is wilting under a heatwave, with temperatures in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.
Pence's press secretary back to work after recovering from COVID-19
US Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary Katie Miller said on Tuesday she was back at work after recovering from COVID-19, a case that helped encourage White House officials to start wearing masks and take stricter safety precautions around President Donald Trump.
States' fiscal deficit could hit 4.5% of gross state domestic product: India Ratings
The upward revision was based on the fact that states were already facing lower-than budgeted share in central taxes and subdued own revenue growth, when the lockdown was imposed from March 25. States are likely to see further declines in these receipts in FY21 with the fallout of Covid-19, the report said.
Drugmaker Sanofi to raise over $11 billion via sale of Regeneron shares
Earlier this week, Regeneron had said it would repurchase about $5 billion of its shares directly from Sanofi, without altering their over-a-decade-long partnership
Ola Electric buys Dutch scooter company Etergo valued at $92 million
Etergo's scooters use swappable, high energy density batteries that give it a range of up to 240 km.
USD/BRL: 6.00 is a realistic upper barrier – Credit Suisse
Analysts at Credit Suisse think the more forceful FX intervention language and improved external sentiment warrant a range approach to USD/BRL, target
Spoilers: Vinny discovers the truth about dad Paul in Emmerdale
Vinny learns the shocking truth during tonight's visit to the Dales, as 'Alex's facade drops.
Pro golfer Matt Fitzpatrick helps buy virus equipment for children’s hospital
The 25-year-old is a patron of The Children’s Hospital Charity which supports the Children’s Hospital in his native Sheffield.
Gold prices hit 2-week low on reopening optimism
US gold futures were down 0.5 per cent to $1,697.60.
Hospital in Weston-super-Mare that shut to new patients over spike in Covid-19 cases 'sees 40% of staff test positive for the infection'
A memo leaked to a local newspaper revealed Weston General Hospital, which has around 2,000 staff, warned of a high rate of coronavirus cases among medics.
India Needs a Strategy to Exit Lockdown: Global Epidemiologist to former Opposition Congress Chief
New Delhi (Sputnik): Rahul Gandhi, the former head of India’s main opposition Congress Party, has been interacting with experts from several fields on the global...
Posts Spread Fake Trump Memorial Day Tweet
Facebook users are circulating a fake screenshot of a supposed tweet from President Donald Trump, which purportedly praises his own "sacrifices" in recognition of Memorial Day. Trump never posted the tweet in question.
The Dortmund vs Bayern VAR mistake that gives Premier League's Project Restart a fresh problem
Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham may not be in title contention like Dortmund were but such an incident would no doubt be met with retrospective fury
EPL teams approve contact training as players’ fears linger
MANCHESTER, England — The Premier League is on course to restart next month after clubs approved plans on Wednesday to resume contact training even as some players are concerned about taking to the field again during the coronavirus pandemic.
Migrant exodus likely to peak next month, says NITI Aayog affiliate; warns return to cities may take over a year
When will migrants return to the cities? No one knows the answer, but the experts handling the labour issues for decades, believe that only 10 percent of migrant workers have returned to their home states and that the numbers could increase in June and July
E-pass not required for travellers moving in/out of Mumbai airport
Following the Maharashtra government's decision to resume operation of domestic flights in the state, the Mumbai police has decided to allow passenger/s moving to and from the Mumbai airport to travel without an e-pass.
Make it CM residence-cum-office, use a portion for memorial: Madras High Court on Jayalalithaa’s Chennai residence
The high court also stated that Deepa and Deepak Jayakumar are legal heirs to the property.
Ranbir Kapoor playing with nephew Taimur Ali Khan in this throwback picture from Kapoor's Christmas brunch is pure gold
One of the rarest moment came true when Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan's son Taimur joined the Kapoor clan for the Christmas brunch in 2017. Wh
Smart changes LTE SIM upgrade process after SIM-jacking incidents
Smart says it made the process of upgrading to an LTE-capable SIM more secure
Delhi witnesses 792 new coronavirus cases in biggest single-day jump
Fifteen more deaths have been reported, taking the total number of deaths to 303
Michael O'Leary hits out at Government's 'ineffective' quarantine regime
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has hit out at Government plans to quarantine travellers coming into ...
CPCB shuts UP distillery owned by Rana Gurjit kin, cites pollution
The CPCB also issued notice to the industrial unit, Rana Sugars Ltd (Distillery Division), at village Belwara in Moradabad, as to why a environmental compensation of Rs 3.16 crore should not be levied on it for the violations.
All you need to know about the ongoing Telangana Online Theatre Festival
The festival, which kicked off on May 12, has opened new doors for Telugu theatre lovers
BlizzCon 2020 has been cancelled, digital event may take place early next year
Blizzard has announced that it has cancelled BlizzCon this year due to the health and safety issues surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, and the difficulty of holding such a mass gathering with so much
Google Stadia Pro gets 1440p support, free Elder Scrolls Online with PC crossplay
A nice meaty update for Google's game streaming service.
'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families
Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive.He said daily visits to her win
Woot is blowing out these essential Anker charging and audio accessories
Well-reviewed Anker accessories are on sale at Woot today including must-haves like chargers, cables, Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, and much more. Grab 'em before it all sells out.
Migrant workers: Randeep Surjewala seeks Supreme Court’s permission to intervene in suo motu case
Congress leader said that the govt. did not have a nationwide action plan to tally the exact number of migrant labourers stranded in various parts of the country
Terrace House Cuts Current Season Following Hana Kimura's Death, Possibly Canceled
Terrace House has ended work on its current season following the tragic death of Hana Kimura who [...]
Delta Exchange Launches Interest-Bearing Accounts for Crypto Traders
Delta Exchange, a crypto derivatives platform, announced on Wednesday the launch of interest-bearing accounts for its customers.
Police hunt man who exposed himself to woman in rural Stockport
The man was about 50 and was wearing striped clothing
Amazon and other stay-at-home stocks are starting to stall. They may hold the key to the market, strategist says.
While value and small caps are starting to recover, the stay-at-home stocks are starting to lose steam. One strategist is concerned.
Billie Eilish’s Brother Finneas O’Connell Has NO PLANS Of Getting Engaged To Claudia Sulewski Despite Buying A House Together
Billie Eilish's brother and producer Finneas O’Connell has been in a relationship with Claudia Sulewski for two years. Both of them have been going strong and they even got a house together recent
Samsung Money is a debit card tied to Samsung Pay
Samsung has introduced a debit card, Money, that's tightly linked to Samsung Pay.
Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time
Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.
China has made great progress in Covid-19 vaccine research: Chinese Ambassador
China News: Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong on Wednesday said that China has made "great progress" in vaccine research and development in the fight agains
5 behind-the-scenes revelations from 'The Convention' episode of 'The Office'
From cameos that didn't pan out to axed plot lines.
Everything we know about Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas' relationship, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The couple hit it off while playing a married couple in the movie "Deep Water," which was filmed in New Orleans, Louisiana.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Dahod youth jumps into well to evade arrest, dies: Cops
The deceased, Ajay Valvai (22) who had also managed to escape, had accidentally jumped into a well, the police said.
Central Park birdwatcher says Amy Cooper death threats must ‘stop immediately’
The black birdwatcher who filmed white dog owner Amy Cooper calling the cops on him in Central Park says she’s received death threats — which he urged must “stop
Sony Xperia 1 II, company's priciest flagship, finally gets release date
The Xperia 1 II comes with four cameras at the back and support for wireless charging, as well.
Rare penny struck in Northern Ireland breaks auction records
The 17th century coin from Carrickfergus sold for £6,200.
Police find £1m cash in suspect’s home after stopping his car
The search was carried out by officers from the Metropolitan Police’s Operation Venice.
Rahul spreading false news; no one can threaten Modi's India: Ravi Shankar
Amidst the rising tension in east Ladakh along the Sino-India border, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday said that no one can threaten Narendra Modi's India
Report On ‘Doctored Audio’ Of Saad: Now, Press Council Asks Indian Express Why Action Should Not Be Taken Against It
Indian Express had earlier said that it stood by its report.
In 2019, Lagos, Rivers, FCT, Ogun earned more than other 33 states combined — NBS
The quartet of Lagos, Rivers, the FCT and Delta states had a combined internally generated revenue more than all other 34 states of the federation...
Jeffrey Epstein threatened to CURSE pregnant journalist’s unborn baby and warned ‘I know every doctor in New York’
A JOURNALIST claims that Jeffrey Epstein told her he would curse her unborn children and knew every doctor in New York after she pushed to print an article on the sexual abuse he carried out. Forme…
UK will be 'virtually back to normal by August or sooner,' ex-WHO expert predicts
Professor Sikora said we should still prepare for the worst but hope for the best and said we have to safely get out of lockdown to get back to what is important
SmartRent raises $60 million to manage connected buildings
SmartRent, which furnishes apartment units with smart home devices and access control systems, has raised a $60 million round.
Every Harry Potter Movie Apparates to HBO Max
HBO Max conjured up a weapon in its battle to sign up new subscribers: The Harry Potter franchise. In a surprise development, all eight movies in the wizarding series will be a part of Max’s opening day roster, the platform announced Wednesday.
COVID-19 rent aid for businesses, landlords to cost $520 million, PBO says
Parliament's spending watchdog estimates a federal program aimed at giving small businesses a break on their rent could cost the public purse $520 million this fiscal year.
Labourer makes hats from coconut fronds
He picked up the skill from the Internet.
World’s top companies, including Apple, borrowed $1 trillion in just five months
Borrowing a trillion dollars has rarely been cheaper for the world's biggest companies, and the likes of Oracle, Apple, and Boeing are taking advantage.
UK Care Homes 'Were Left Brutally Exposed' To COVID-19 By The State, Social Care Provider Says
Many care providers are still not seeing 'any financial support to help them survive', a care sector representative tells Sputnik. This is despite the fact that local...
No rugby action, but plenty going on to make Plymouth Albion great again
Chris Bentley with the latest news from the Brickfields
Noida Man Rapes Teen For A Year, Friend Recorded Act For Blackmail: Police
A man was arrested in Noida on Wednesday for allegedly raping a teenager for a year and then circulating the videos on WhatsApp that were recorded by his friend, who too has been caught, police said.
Federer the best player to watch - Fognini
Italian tennis ace Fabio Fognini believes Novak Djokovic will break Roger Federer's Grand Slam record, but says the Swiss star is easier on the eye.
NHS breaks Prince’s record for longest residency at London’s O2 Arena
The venue was converted into an NHS training facility in April.
Rising global crude price raises India's basket 93% to $33
The price of Indian basket, which went down to $16.92 a barrel on April 27, surged by 93 per cent since then to $32.63
Locust attack may benefit these stocks as agrochemicals usage shoots up; check target prices
Large swarms of locusts were seen across the states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and parts of Maharashtra in the past few days, prompting fear of how bad the agriculture could be hit by such pest attacks.
Saints' Noah Spence suffers torn ACL working out away from team: reports
New Orleans Saints defensive end Noah Spence’s season is reportedly over before it even got started.
HBO Max is taking on Netflix with human curation instead of solely relying on algorithms
HBO Max is leaning heavily on human curators instead of just algorithms to make it feel more personal.
blink-182 Are Releasing A New Song Called Quarantine
Travis Barker has confirmed that blink-182's new song Quarantine will be arriving within the next two weeks.
Pound Sterling "Blown Off Course by Frosty Brexit Talks", Dips 0.5% against Euro and Dollar
The British Pound has suffered an abrupt shift in fortunes as it fell from top of the leaderboard amidst a fresh injection of nerves concerning the status of ongoing Brexit talks
Twin lows brewing over Arabian Sea
Eight southern and central districts can expect isolated heavy rainfall today
Teen stopped for stunt driving had 14 previous traffic charges in 2020: Ottawa Police
Ottawa Police say a 17 year-old driver with 14 previous traffic charges in the first five months of 2020 was stopped for speeding again.
Coronavirus UK hospital death toll increases by 209 in last 24 hours
The number of Covid-19 hospital deaths in England has increased by 183 on yesterday, bringing the total to 26,049, with Scotland reporting 13 new deaths, while Wales recorded 11
American Timothy Chandler scores equalizer for Frankfurt in Bundesliga draw
May 27 (UPI) -- American Timothy Chandler scored an 82nd minute equalizer to help Eintracht Frankfurt secure a draw in a Bundesliga soccer clash against SC Freiburg.
BOXING: Mayweather is envious of me – Manny Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao reacted to Floyd Mayweather Jr’s recent comments calling him an “old man” by saying that he’s just “ENVIOUS” because
All 8 ‘Harry Potter’ movies are available to stream exclusively on HBO Max, but can still air on NBCUniversal TV networks
All eight “Harry Potter” movies are available to stream on WarnerMedia’s Netflix competitor, HBO Max, which launched on Wednesday.
As restaurants clash with popular delivery apps like Grubhub over fees, Google Maps is getting a new feature that makes it easier to order directly from local businesses, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Google will start letting restaurants specify a preferred online ordering method in Google Maps listings as eateries grapple with delivery app fees.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
ACB Stock Price: Aurora Cannabis Inc. remains on the defensive below $16.00
Aurora Cannabis Inc. (ACB) is down for the third consecutive session on Wednesday, slipping back below the $16.00 mark per share and flirting at the s
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged
US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories.
Video Shows George Floyd Moments Before His Death, Wasn't Resisting Arrest
New surveillance footage shows the moments before a Minneapolis police officer kneeled on George Floyd's neck as he repeatedly told them he couldn'...
Schools in State likely to re-open on July 1
Mysore/Mysuru: After an abrupt end to the 2019-20 academic year following the COVID-19 induced nationwide lockdown, Schools across Karnataka are likely to re-open on July 1 for the new academic year (2020-21). Primary and Secondary Education Minister S. Suresh Kumar discussed the issue with the Department officials at a meeting held in the State capital...
Search continues for missing N.L. fisherman Wednesday after three bodies found
ST. LAWRENCE, N.L. — The search for a fisherman missing since Monday evening is continuing off the south coast of Newfoundland today after the bodies of three others from the lost vessel were recovered.
Back to the Future: Acura TLX Ditches the MacPhersons
The new sedan will also break from its predecessor by reaching further into the past, returning to a suspension type that made past Acuras top performers in their class.
Coronavirus: Odisha man shunned by villagers, forced to live in his car despite testing negative for COVID-19
India: Rise in cases of social boycott due to fear of coronavirus
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.
Touted basketball recruit Moussa Cisse reclassifying to 2020 class
Moussa Cisse told ESPN that he is reclassifying to the Class of 2020 with an eye on getting to the NBA a year earlier.
Trump Threatens Twitter After Presidential Tweets Get Fact Check
The president claimed that tech giants “silence conservative voices,” and threatened to regulate them, despite not being able to.
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.
Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters
'The cabinet will come up with a Hong Kong humanitarian assistance action plan...to provide complete planning for Hong Kong people's residency, accommodation and care,' says Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen
Does Abbas realize his speech gave Israel responsibility for Judea and Samaria? - Opeds
A close reading of Abbas' latest diatribe has him turning over of the rule of Judea and Samaria to Israel. Is he aware of that gaffe? Op-ed.
Six people killed in shooting in Saudi Arabia's Asir province
The deceased are in their 30s and 40s. The wounded were taken to the nearest hospital.
All 8 'Harry Potter' movies are available to stream exclusively on HBO Max, but can still air on NBCUniversal TV networks, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - NBCUniversal had previously owned the digital rights to the "Harry Potter" movies until 2025, but they are now available on WarnerMedia's HBO Max.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Facebook experiments with voice calling app
Facebook trialed an app allowing people make voice calls with up to eight contacts after ...
Blow for Ruto as 3 Mt Kenya MPs announce defection from Tanga Tanga
A bad month for the DP just got worse
India to start Australia Test series at Brisbane on December 3, no quarantine hub: Australian media
Cricket News: Cricket Australia has locked in four venues for the financially crucial Test series against India and the first match is tentatively set for a Dec 3 s
The full list of shops, restaurants and businesses the government has banned from reopening on June 15
Lockdown is easing, but not for everyone…
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1
More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to reopen June 1.
China to loosen flight restrictions after outcry from stranded citizens
Starting June 2020, the number of permitted flights in China will nearly triple to 407 per week
Googlers can start returning to work July 6, but on limited basis
Search giant Google will start welcoming employees back to offers beginning July 6 but on a volunteer and limited basis.
Physical distancing makes life harder for blind people – just ask my friend Dave
He certainly doesn’t need the pity or prayers strangers offer him – but he does occasionally need a hand or elbow to help him cross a road, writes Adrian Chiles
Dozens of Sri Lankans from Kuwait test positive for coronavirus
Nearly 160 Sri Lankans repatriated from Kuwait last week have tested positive for coronavirus and one returnee has died, officials said Wednesday, with concern mounting about imported infections just as the nation eases its lockdown.
Alastair Campbell breaks social distancing rules for selfie with 'Speedo Mick'
The former Labour spin doctor held his 'hands up' and said he apologised unreservedly for breaching the two metre rule.
Eleven more coronavirus deaths announced in Wales to bring total to 1,293
Public Health Wales' updated figures show 1,293 people in Wales have died after testing positive for coronavirus
New Wetherspoons pub plan approved for Merseyside
The plan represents a £2.2m investment in the town
UPDATED: Court stops revocation of Ororo Marginal Field
The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos Wednesday restrained the Minister of Petroleum Resources and Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR)...
Creating Artificial Gravity in Space to Explore Beyond our Moon
If we plan to take long journeys through space or colonize other planets, the first step is going to be figuring out how to create artificial gravity in space.
Ukraine's FM Kuleba plans to visit Hungary in late May
Relations between the two countries slid to a chill after the Ukrainian parliament in 2017 passed a new education law, which Hungary says treads on minority rights – the claim Ukraine has been steadily refuting.
Tiafoe wants to draw more black kids to tennis
American Frances Tiafoe has already changed the lives of his immigrant parents thanks to his tennis career and the 2019 Australian Open ...
Las Vegas police seek help identifying 4 from business robbery
Las Vegas police are seeking the public’s help in identifying four people who carried out a robbery at a business in the Las Vegas valley on May 11.
Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus
The Americas have emerged as the new epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) said, as outbreaks accelerate in Peru, Chile, El Salvador, Guatemala and Nicaragua.
Hero ferry captain dives into the River Clyde to rescue woman who drove car into water
No one hurt but services have been delayed.
Stunned Glasgow Morrison's shopper pictures man dressed as Predator in next level PPE gear
He caused a stir as he was pictured in the car park
Hong Kong Police Arrest 300 in Anti-China Protests
Thousands of fully armed riot police took the streets of Hong Kong on Wednesday to crack down on multiple peaceful protests.
Confident that COVID-19 vaccine will be available by next year, says Harvard Professor
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Sebi unlikely to give result disclosure waiver to India Inc for Q1FY21
CII, FICCI have asked for exemption from disclosing June quarter results; Sebi says yet to take view
Family rescue pet rats dumped in soaking wet cage - then name them after Disney characters
The animals were left behind a row of houses in Wigan last week
Florida man shoots, kills home intruder who was attacking his wife, police say
A Florida man in his 70s fatally shot a home intruder who busted through the glass front door and began attacking his wife on Tuesday, investigators said.
English Premier League clubs vote to resume contact training
Premier League clubs have voted unanimously to resume contact training as "Project Restart" took a huge step forwards.
Yogi Adityanath makes a U-turn: States need no permission to hire workers from Uttar Pradesh
CM Yogi Adityanath had said any state that wants migrant workers back from Uttar Pradesh will have to seek permission from his government. He also announced that the government will set up a Migration Commission.
Walmart partners with thredUP to offer new and pre-owned clothing
Shoppers can now purchase thredUP's secondhand wares through Walmart.com.
Ice Cube: How Many Cops Have to Kill Black Americans 'Before We Strike Back?'
In the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis, veteran rapper and actor Ice Cube asked how much more "crime" must police officers commit against black Americans "before we strike back?"
New District Hospital turns out to be a boon for COVID-19 patients
Mysore/Mysuru: The New District Hospital on KRS road, Metagalli, has turned out to be a boon for COVID-19 affected patients of Mysuru district. Following the outbreak of the deadly Novel Coronavirus pandemic in the district in March, the District authorities had turned Jayadeva Cardiology Hospital block in K.R. Hospital premises which was vacant after it...
Ireland women to complete Euro qualifiers later this year
Vera Pauw’s side have three fixtures left as they bid for place at postponed 2022 Euros
The challenges we face in getting our children back to school
Qaisra Shahraz, of WeStandTogether, says parents face an anxious time as schools start to reopen
China buys more; will it be enough for Phase One?
The “phase one” trade agreement with China, one of President Trump’s top trade achievements, calls for Beijing to buy huge quantities of U.S. food, agricultural and seafood exports.
Chhattisgarh: Naxals release Minpa encounter video, show weapons looted from jawans
The March 21 attack was one of the deadliest by Maoists on security personnel in recent times.
Fiver flutter earns €7,505 Lotto in for lucky Louth punter - Talk of the Town
One household in Co Louth is celebrating this week after a €5 flutter landed a tasty four-figure sum from just three lucky Lotto numbers. The anonymous customer placed a €5 treble via their BoyleSports online account on Tuesday and was left hoping for the trio of numbers to come out in the main EuroMillions draw...Read More→
Dow climbs 325 points as investors cheer efforts to boost global economies
US stocks rose Wednesday as investors were encouraged by signs that international authorities are taking measures to boost the global economy.
The Chinese Communist Party puts on a brave face
The National People’s Congress (NPC) of China meets every year at the end of March. The NPC is the highest legislative and representative body of China and it has the power to make and implement
Rock Hill mother, boyfriend charged in death of 4-year-old who tested positive for cocaine at birth
A 4-year-old child was dead in Rock Hill late Tuesday morning, prompting a death investigation and leading to the arrest of the child’s mother and the mother’s boyfriend.
Skullcandy packs Tile's location tech into its latest wireless earbuds
Skullcandy's wireless earbuds are the first to include Tile's finding tech.
Core Web Vitals report replaces Speed report in Google Search Console: What you need to know
If you are looking for the speed report in Google Search Console, it is no longer named that.
Salaries get chopped for many Americans who manage to keep jobs
Americans taking pay cuts 'might have little, and in some cases maybe nothing, left over after that for discretionary purchases'
Coronavirus has created a 'lockdown generation', with one in six young people forced to stop working, UN warns
The body's International Labour Organisation said the COVID-19 crisis has disproportionately affected young people and could impact upon their work opportunities and career options for decades.
Queens thief throws 61-year-old woman into street, steals purse
A Queens crook threw a 61-year-old woman to the ground and took off with her purse, disturbing new video shows. Surveillance footage released by cops early Wednesday shows the suspect approaching the
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies over alleged election interference
Trump’s warning represented an escalation of his previous rhetoric targeting the tech giants over purported bias against conservative expression.
Woman rescued from River Clyde after car crashed into water at Renfrew ferry terminal
A WOMAN has been rescued after her car crashed into the River Clyde. The incident at the Renfrew ferry terminal just after 1pm prompted an emergency response with police, ambulance and fire crews i…
Hundreds Question High Court’s Integrity in ‘The People Are The Sovereign’ Rally
The court commits abhorrent violations of the sacred principle of the separation of powers that guides Western democracies.
15 smart kiosks to be set up for COVID-19 testing
The State government in collaboration with Wipro GE Healthcare will set up 15 ‘smart kiosks’ across the State in the next few days for random population-based screening for COVID-19. The company’s ini
Takeaway challenges customers to scoff huge burger 'big enough to feed 10 people'
Kebabistan in Preston has added a 14 inch burger containing more than 2kg of meat to its menu - and has challenged people to finish it in less than 20 minutes once lockdown is over
Future of English women's game faces threat due to COVID-19 says study
(Reuters) - The future of English women’s soccer faces an unprecedented threat as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and decisive action must be taken to protect its future, researchers have said.
HBO Max's content boss explains its DC originals strategy, from J.J. Abrams' Justice League Dark series to the Snyder Cut, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - HBO Max will include plenty of DC content, including big-budget originals and the "Justice League" Snyder Cut.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Tiger that had killed shepherd near Hunsur trapped
Big cat injured due to territorial fight; to be shifted to Bengaluru Bannerghatta Biological Park Mysore/Mysuru: The tiger that had mauled a shepherd to death near Hunsur on Monday was trapped inside a cage late last night. A few remains of 65-year-old Jagadeesh was found near D. Haadi of Neralakuppe by the Forest Department officials...
Gujarat: Three booked for flogging 17-year-old girl who allegedly eloped
The police in Chhota Udepur said that the girl’s relatives thrashed her with a stick in public view on May 21.
The real threat to Facebook and Twitter isn't a pandemic or a president
This week in Trending, we look at the latest round of problems involving social media companies as well as the debate over the Silicon Valley exodus.
Search continues for missing N.L. fisherman Wednesday after three bodies found
The search for a young fisherman missing since Monday evening continued off the south coast of Newfoundland Wednesday as the community mourned the loss of three men from the same family whose bodies were recovered.
Investigation after tree fell on woman in park and broke her leg
Her children screamed for help
Coronavirus movie trailer: Ram Gopal Varma’s new film trailer released amidst COVID-19 lockdown
As the nationwide count of cases has crossed 150,000, the filmmaker released a four-minute trailer of the Telugu film, which is centred on the story of a family in the lockdown.
Using the cloud ensures business continuity in crisis
Business leaders dedicate the bulk of their time to strategizing for growth and longevity by equipping their organizations with the data and technology required to get things done smarter and faster. However, as is often the case, one small crisis like a security breach or a natural disaster can significantly compromise your business data and disrupt business continuity. To
Wales star reveals motivation behind ambitious move and how rugby has been put into perspective by recent family illness
It's been a concerning time for Dragons recruit Jonah Holmes whose doctor brother has been very ill amid the coronavirus pandemic
Big Hit Entertainment prepares to go public this year
Big Hit Entertainment's new headquartersBig Hit Entertainment is allegedly submitted a pre-initial public offering consultation to Korea Exchange on M…
New photos issued in search for missing diplomat
Richard Morris left his home in the Hampshire village of Bentley on May 6 to go jogging and has not been seen since.
Samsung shares more information on its debit card, launching in the US this summer
Following in Apple's footsteps, Samsung recently announced that it wants to introduce its own debit card. Today, the company has finally shared more
Some countries are offering to pay tourists to visit after coronavirus
With flights grounded and borders closed amid the coronavirus pandemic, several countries are offering to pay tourists to visit once the crisis is over, according to a report. In Italy, travelers to
Five worst NFL franchises to bet on during the Super Bowl era
Who have been the worst teams to bet on against the spread during the Super Bowl era? Here are the bottom five.
House catches fire 2nd time
An early morning structure fire on Penticton Indian Band left nobody injured, according to Penticton Fire deputy chief Chris Forster.
Shashank Manohar declines extension, BCCI says an Indian could contest for ICC chairman post - Cricket news
Shashank Manohar has declared he will not seek another term as the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and also declined an offer of an extension.
Column: Ch. 7's Syracuse connection remains strong; Hollywood's Buffalo connection takes a hit
Leftovers after the long holiday weekend: This is the time of year that WKBW-TV (Channel 7) usually announces what recent Syracuse Univer...
HSA raises alert on 2 products, including coffee product with high levels of erectile dysfunction medicine
SINGAPORE: Members of the public have been warned against purchasing or consuming two products found to have "potent medicinal ingredients", the ...
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
Samsung Pay unveils its first debit card in partnership with SoFi
Samsung Money by SoFi combines a cash management account with no account fee and a Mastercard debit card with exclusive benefits.
HBO Max is WarnerMedia's ambitious attempt to take on Netflix, and it's now available to stream — here's how to sign up, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - HBO Max is a new streaming service with all of HBO's original programming, exclusive shows, classic series, and a film library built to rival Netflix.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
After row over paid quarantine, Kerala mulls changes
Chief minister Vijayan under fire for making Keralites pay for 7-day quarantine
Duchess of Cornwall joins all-star reading of Roald Dahl classic
She reads James And The Giant Peach with filmmaker Taika Waititi.
Detroit: Become Human Launching On Steam Next Month; Playable Demo Now Available
Quantic Dream's hit title Detroit: Become Human departed its native PS4 platform and landed onto PC last December. This news delighted some PC gamers but
Avoid The After School Rush
Bus, trains and ferries in Auckland are having to cope with increased demand particularly at the end of the school day while still operating on reduced capacity.
Covid-19: CBSE students who moved amid lockdown can take Class 10, Class 12 exams from new location
HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal said the students should contact their schools to inform them about where they wish to take the exams.
Corrie star warns Geoff will take desperate measures to get rid of Alya
Geoff will do whatever it takes in order to keep his reputation intact, which means Alya is in trouble.
10 million monthly active users on ZeeHindustan.in
With the aim of providing niche content in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam apart from Hindi, ZeeHindustan.in aims to provide a wide variety of news, views and analysis to the Indian audience in their own language.
EUR/USD: A convincing recovery plan is positive for the euro – Nordea
The EUR750 billion recovery fund proposal presented by the Commission would illustrate a strong commitment to keep the Euro-area and the EU together a
Switzerland first to use Apple-Google coronavirus contact tracing app
Apple and Google inked a historic partnership a few weeks ago, to develop a common standard for apps that can allow governments to conduct sophisticated contact tracing campaigns that could help them
Google now lets merchants accept bookings for online services
Google is introducing a handful of new features and tools to help businesses transition from the physical to virtual worlds.
Sari Baldauf takes over as Nokia chair from Siilasmaa
HELSINKI (Reuters) - Sari Baldauf took over as chairwoman of telecoms equipment maker Nokia on Wednesday, succeeding Risto Siilasmaa who chaired the Finnish firm for eight years.
Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after Twitter fact check
President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.
Market movers: Stocks that saw action on Wednesday - and why
Royal Bank of Canada and Bank of Montreal both rise in early trading after releasing disappointing quarterly results
Apple rejects flawed claims about its contact tracing tech
Apple has been forced to reject damaging claims against its contact tracing tech now circulating on Facebook.
Former Hearts and Ayr United playmaker returns for another spell at Troon
Ryan Stevenson rejoins Seasiders after a short stint at Stranraer.
UK Refuses to See Fisheries as Bargaining Chip After EU Signals Concessions in Brexit Talk
The EU has indicated its willingness to ease its stance on fisheries in the Brexit talks and reach a compromise, Reuters reported on Tuesday, quoting sources within the...
Facebook’s latest TikTok-inspired app is a music-making platform called Collab
It’s starting as an invite-only beta on iOS.
Ford pilots new heated sanitation software that can help neutralize the coronavirus in police vehicles
Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles can now employ a heated sanitation software to help disinfect and neutralize the coronavirus.
22-year-old tennis star Naomi Osaka made $37 million last year, surpassing Serena Williams as the highest-paid female athlete. Here's how she did it.
On the heels of back-to-back Grand Slam wins and on the cusp of playing in the Olympics, Naomi Osaka landed several lucrative endorsement deals.
LAC Face-off: In a conciliatory note, China says Dragon and Elephant can dance together
Amidst the India China face-off at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, Bejing has taken a conciliatory approach, saying that the two countries working together is the only right choice.
A.O. Smith partners with FoxyMoron to enhance digital presence
The agency will be responsible for building the brand's social presence and increasing market penetration and consumer engagement
Valuation of Plus Two answer papers begins
Due safety precautions taken in view of COVID 19 pandemic
Local Lockdowns to be Introduced in UK for Future Coronavirus ‘Flare Ups’
Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed stricter social distancing measures could be introduced in certain areas in the future as part of the NHS "test and trace" system...
Japan approves fresh $1.1 trn stimulus to combat Covid-19 economic fallout
The latest package includes 33 trillion yen in direct spending, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said.
Limpopo launches Covid-19 response plan after cases surge in mining towns
The Limpopo government has launched a Covid-19 surge plan as the number of cases continue to rise, especially in mining areas.
Another economic crisis and the cupboard appears bare
We need a new accord with government, unions and industry around a new set of reforms to build a sustainable recovery.
Heat warning remains in place for a third straight day
A cold front is expected to move in on Friday
Scotland star Lawrence Shankland reveals why he will "always owe" former Ayr United boss Ian McCall
The former Somerset Park goal machine admits he will forever be thankful to McCall for showing faith in him.
Ghanaian Landlord allegedly kills tenant for refusing to vacate his house (Video)
A Ghanaian landlord identified as Victor Stephen Nana Kankam, has been arrested for allegedly killing his tenant who refused to vacate his house after he ordered him to. A Facebook user, Blessing Naana Ansah-Senkyire, who
Sun Pharma Q4 profit declines 37% to Rs 399 cr on one-time exceptional loss
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 635.88 crore in the same period previous fiscal, Sun Pharma said in a BSE filing
Duchess of Cornwall joins all-star reading of Roald Dahl classic
She reads James And The Giant Peach with filmmaker Taika Waititi.
Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers
Villagers are scared that guest workers returned from places with high number of corona positives will spread the virus
iPhone 12 OLED displays - LG joins Samsung as suppliers to Apple
Based on the reports gaining ground, it appears as though Apple is definitely moving away from LCD and shifting to the OLED as the default display for all future iPhones.
SoftBank-backed Ola Electric buys Dutch scooter company Etergo
SoftBank Group-backed Indian ride-hailing company Ola will acquire Amsterdam-based electric scooter company Etergo as part of its plan to locally ...
COVID-19 testing not mandatory for services related to maternal, newborn: Health ministry
According to the guidance note, practices of physical distancing, hand washing, and respiratory hygiene need to be maintained at all service areas by all beneficiaries and service providers and facilities should follow a staggered approach.
tribeOS is First to use GSX Group’s GRID Platform to Create a Digital Security
The GSX Group recently announced the launch of "GRID" - platform to create and launch digital securities. GSX is the company that operates the Gibraltar Sto
Three European air forces approve performance benchmarks for next-gen fighter jet
The criteria will be used to whittle down the number of design options as the Future Combat Air System program proceeds through the next stages of development.
Yes, It’s Finally Happening! Schitt’s Creek Renewed For Season 7
Will Schitt’s Creek return with season 7? Know all the details and latest updates! Season 6 of Schitt’s Creek premiered on January 7,...
Rain effect: Sewage water enters houses
Mysore/Mysuru: Heavy rains accompanied with gusty winds continued to lash city yesterday too. The rain, accompanied by thunder, lightning and strong wind, which began at about 7.30 pm, uprooted a tree at Vidyaranyapuram and brought down branches on Chamaraja Double Road, near Kurimandi in Kesare and other places across the city. The Mysuru City Corporation’s...
Hong Kong protests over law to ban ridicule of China's national anthem
Demonstrators gathered at Hysan Place shopping mall on May 27.
Air France to cut 40% of domestic flights after bailout
French government has made any bailout contingent on profitability improvements
Coinbase Set to Acquire Institutional Crypto Brokerage Tagomi
Cryptocurrency platform Coinbase announced on Wednesday it is set to acquire Tagomi, a U.S.-based institutional crypto brokerage platform. Coinbase revealed tha
Doc Martin star Martin Clunes wows viewers with dramatic weight loss
He's transformed into a lithe silver fox!
Antibody drug tech firm AbCellera raises $105 million as it works on COVID-19
(Reuters) - Canadian drug discovery technology company AbCellera, which analyzes and identifies antibodies for pharmaceutical companies working on a coronavirus treatment and other medicines, said on Wednesday it had raised $105 million in funds.
NHS breaks Prince’s record for longest residency at London’s O2 Arena
The venue was converted into an NHS training facility in April.
AUD/USD plummets to session lows, further below 0.6600 mark
The AUD/USD pair extended its sharp intraday pullback from the highest level since mid-March and dropped to fresh session lows, below the 0.6600 mark
With record 817 fresh cases, Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 18,000-mark
The death toll in the state increased to 133 after six more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.Of the new cases reported, 138 patients were returnees from Maharashtra followed by one from Telangana and other states who were tested positive in the state
Protesters gather in Hong Kong over national anthem debate
Pro-Democracy protesters gathered in their thousands in Hong Kong today as senators debated a bill making abusing the Chinese national anthem a criminal act
Jerome Boateng: Fans blast VAR for ignoring Boateng’s handball which blocked Haaland's strike
There was controversy on Tuesday, May 26 during the Der Klassiker after Jerome Boateng appeared to have deliberately blocked Erling Haaland of Borussia Dortmund
Cloudflare now has its own speed test tool
Apart from Ookla Speedtest.net, Opensignal and Netflix’s Fast.com, there’s now a new speed test tool from Cloudflare. The cloud platform provider has seen a massive shift in internet usage patterns due to the ongoing pandemic and they want to provide meaningful insights for your current internet connection.
Search for UConn student wanted in 2 deaths in 6th day; stolen car eyed
Connecticut State Police urged Peter Manfredonia, 23, to surrender, saying, "We know this is not who you are," while Pennsylvania officers probed whether a car theft Sunday was connected.
Whole country to move to Level 3 on 1 June, but further detail delayed, again
A highly anticipated media briefing on the Level 3 regulations has once again been postponed. Meanwhile, Health Minister Zweli Mkhizi clarified on Wednesday that Covid-19 hotspots will move to Level 3 along with the rest of the country on 1 June.
'Firing them is not enough' | George Floyd's sister wants justice after brother dies in police custody
Anger has bubbled after Floyd was killed while in police custody in Minneapolis on Monday night. Video taken from someone at a scene showed an officer with a knee clamped down on Floyd's neck while he laid face-down in the street while handcuffed.
29 of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1
Minister of Environment Jonathan Wilkinson says 29 of the 48 national parks will open for day use, and there will be access to washrooms.
GOG's summer sale brings demos of Desperados 3 and the System Shock remake
And there are cheap games, of course.
Government mulling on online teaching for PUC
Mysore/Mysuru: In a significant move in taking online education to all levels of higher education, the State Government on Tuesday resolved to continue with the system as a new normal in higher education. Chief Minister B.S.Yediyurappa at a review meeting of the Higher Education Department at Bengaluru yesterday directed officials to extend the current online...
Judge in top DR Congo corruption trial dies
The judge in a high-profile graft trial involving a key ally of DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi died suddenly overnight of a heart attack, police said Wednesday. Judge Raphael Yanyi "fell il...
Peter Manfredonia was 'on a mission' to find young neighborhood woman, victim's wife says
"He was clearly walking to her home with a mission, with a machete in his backpack."
Police commissioner says lockdown breakers are using Dominic Cummings as an excuse
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson says it's 'almost impossible' for officers to do their job
Off-price retailer Tuesday Morning has filed for bankruptcy with plans to close 230 stores, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Tuesday Morning, which has nearly 700 stores specializing in off-price home goods, has filed for bankruptcy.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Nevada governor to allow casinos to reopen next week
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak (D) on Tuesday announced that the state’s casinos will begin reopening next week, a move that could provide a big economic boost amid the coronavirus’s burgeoning economic
FG to inaugurate 200,000 capacity yam storage facility in Benue
The federal government will, on June 9, inaugurate the 200, 000 capacity yam storage facility for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
Revenue Service Officer Allegedly Commits Suicide At Delhi Home, Note Found
An Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself from the ceiling fan at his residence in Bapu Dham on Wednesday, police said.