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KISS and Lou Reed guitarist Bob Kulick has died aged 70
Bob Kulick, the guitarist who performed live and in studio with KISS, W.A.S.P., Meat Loaf, Lou Reed, and many more, has died at the age of 70.
Former Rajasthan BJP chief Bhanwar Lal Sharma passes away
BJP state president Satish Poonia consoled Sharma's family members at his residence and termed the death as a personal loss for him and the party.
Kendrick Perkins has high hopes for 'skinny' James Harden, thinks he can lead them to title
A change in weight class can make a big difference for certain athletes, and that’s why a former NBA player believes James Harden will be a different beast going forward. Photos showing a muc…
Trump administration to study ways to protect for U.S. investors from Chinese firms
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration will study ways to safeguard Americans from the risks of investing in Chinese companies, U.
'Something to hide': UK government accused over Covid-19 tests
Number of people tested for coronavirus for seventh day running has not been disclosed
Air Peace evacuates 301 Chinese from Nigeria - The Nation Nigeria
Air Peace has evacuated 301 Chinese from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
4 Top Stock Trades for Monday: ZS, CGC, OXY, UBER
Uber, Occidental Petroleum, Canopy Growth and Zscaler are our top stock trades for Monday. That said, let's look at the charts for the group.
Why some of my anti-Hillary friends are leaning towards Biden 2020
Donald Trump's supporters in 2016 could not get on board with Hillary Clinton, but it appears they could be swayed by Joe Biden in 2020.
U.S., Britain raise Hong Kong at U.N. Security Council, angering China
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The United States and Britain raised China’s plan to impose new security legislation on Hong Kong at the U.N. Security Council on Friday, prompting China and Russia to criticize the United States for excessive use of force against black people.
Cuomo must respond to Long Island strip club seeking to open amid coronavirus, judge says
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s administration has to respond by early June to a federal lawsuit by a Long Island strip club that has sought to reopen amid the coronavirus outbreak, a judge ruled
Delhi: Armed men rob staff at hospital of Rs 1,500; RML institute dean admitted to Max
No FIR has been filed in the matter so far. "We have not received a complaint from the private hospital yet,” said DCP (Northwest) Vijayanta Arya.
Trump orders his administration to begin eliminating Hong Kong privileges
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he was directing his administration to begin the process of eliminating special treatment for Hong Kong, in response to China’s plans to impose new security legislation in the territory.
Xi stresses significance of Civil Code, better protecting people's legitimate rights, interests
Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has emphasized the full recognition of the significance of the promulgation and implementation of the country's newly adopted Civil Code and better protection of the people's legitimate rights and interests in accordance with law.
North Korea Accuses Washington of ‘Smear’ Attempt With Cyberattack Claims
In a Friday statement, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) rejected accusations it had masterminded cyberattacks against the United States and other...
George Floyd death: Minneapolis school board members draft resolution to terminate police contract
The director of the Minneapolis Public Schools board said Friday that he has drafted a resolution to terminate its contract with the city's police department following the death of George Floyd.
Ethereum’s Rocketing Funding Rates a Grave Sign for Its Ongoing Rally
The number of Ethereum long positions has been rocketing, which has been a warning sign that a liquidation-fueled movement is imminent.
Nigeria yet to receive Trump’s ventilators, says minister
The Federal Government is yet to receive the ventilators promised by U.S. President Donald Trump. Minister of Information and Culture
NPA appoints ex-Scorpion Sipho Ngwema as spokesperson
Ngwema previously served as the head of communications at the Competition Commission, a position he had held since September 2016.
‘Twitter Is Determined To Allow Terrorists, Dictators To Abuse Its Platform’: Trump Admin Fires Back
The official twitter account of the Donald Trump led US administration has fired back a salvo at Twitter after the social media website blocked a tweet by Trump on Minnesota Race Riots.
US threat to deny student visas reminiscent of McCarthy era: FM
US President Donald Trump's threat to slap sanction on Chinese students in the US is brazen political persecution and racist, said a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson who wondered if McCarthyism is making a comeback in the US.
135-year-long streak is over: US renewable sources topped coal in 2019
Including wood and biofuels across all sectors, coal fell short last year.
Dr. Michael Baden to perform independent autopsy on George Floyd
Former New York City chief medical examiner Michael Baden will conduct an independent autopsy on George Floyd following his death after being pinned by a Minneapolis police officer. Dr. Michael Baden,
First post-lockdown flight departs Europe for China
A first charter flight carrying Europeans to China following weeks of lockdown departed Germany's biggest hub Frankfurt late Friday
Minister says Ottawa must respect choice of First Nations to hold powwows
Marc Miller said studies have shown that when decisions are made by Indigenous communities the medical results are better
Trump administration to study ways to protect for U.S. investors from Chinese firms
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Trump administration will study ways to safeguard Americans from the risks of investing in Chinese companies, U.S. president Donald Trump said on Friday, ratcheting up pressure on the firms to comply with U.S. accounting and disclosure rules.
Employees urge BMC to allot hospital beds for virus-afflicted staff
So far, more than 1,500 civic employees — healthcare staff, engineers, workers from the conservancy department, and others on coronavirus-related duties — have been infected by the virus, while 25 have succumbed due to it.
Clark Airport upbeat on new leadership
The recent appointment of former Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency chief Aaron Aquino as the new president of the Clark International Airport Corp. is a “positive step towards further strengthening the agency’s capacity to develop the civil aviation complex,” Joshua Bingcang, outgoing officer-in-charge of CIAC, said Friday.
US takes action against China over Hong Kong
The president also said the US would be suspending entry of certain Chinese citizens.
Former PM says Cummings had not ‘followed spirit’ of lockdown guidance
Mrs May said she was concerned that the focus on Mr Cummings was ‘detracting from the most important task’ of dealing with coronavirus.
GST hike on non-essential items unlikely despite falling revenues
Sources indicated that as of now there is no proposal to reduce GST rate on essential items, even as it is ultimately GST Council which will take any decision on changing the tax rates and not just the central government.
'Pathetic': Burgess Owens rips Taylor Swift for accusing Trump of pushing white supremacy following George Floyd death
Former NFL player Burgess Owens pushed back against singer Taylor Swift after she criticized President Trump for denouncing looting and rioting following the death of George Floyd.
Buhari, Gbajabiamila, others celebrate Abiodun at 60
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday felicitated with Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun as he clocks 60 years today. A statement by his Special Adviser
Donald Trump axes all funding to WHO after claiming 'China has total control'
President Trump permanently suspended US funding to the World Health Organization after accusing it of a coronavirus cover-up with China
Health infra in Pune’s rural areas enough to cope with any emergency: authorities
Despite rising COVID-19 cases in Pune’s rural areas, the administration has the requisite medical infrastructure to cope with any sudden upsurge, authorities said on Friday. Five more deaths and over
Religious organisations return to worship
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday announced that religious organisations will be able to open when level 3 commences on June 1.
Social distancing creates new challenges for stadium designers
From getting to the toilets to creating an atmosphere, the prospect of social distancing is setting new challenges for stadium designers and ...
From the coronavirus frontline, doctors recall battling S.Africa’s HIV outbreak
Cape Town, South Africa | AFP | A deadly virus was ravaging South Africa when Belgian doctor Eric Goemaere first set foot in Cape Town’s sprawling Khayelitsha township on a chilly southern hemisphere winter of 1999. By then HIV had infected more than 5.6 million South Africans, causing thousands of deaths from acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) …
Super League stars get on their bikes to help Rob Burrow and set new world record
Ewan Dowes among a host of former players who will cycle for 30 consecutive hours at weekend
USA Hockey president Jim Smith facing investigations
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - USA Hockey president Jim Smith is the subject of two investigations surrounding his tenure as the president of Amateur Hockey Asso
Little fear, lots of love as Madrid medics do home rounds amid pandemic
By Susana Vera MADRID (Reuters) - With air kisses and palms clasped, elderly patients in Madrid greet medics who come to check them at home during the coronavirus pandemic despite the risks involved.
Covid-19 cases now at 29,240, with 34 more deaths
The total deaths in SA due to Covid-19 is now 611.
India records more than 7,000 COVID-19 cases in country's highest single-day spike
India is now the ninth worst-affected country by coronavirus pandemic.
Top European Union diplomat calls China an 'ally' despite Hong Kong crisis
China is a necessary “ally” in global affairs due to its economic clout and capacity to influence major issues, according to the European Union’s top diplomat.
Barack Obama says George Floyd's death 'cannot be normal' and asks for justice
The former US president released a statement on Twitter in response to the death of Mr Floyd who died after Derek Chauvin was filmed pushing his knee down on his neck
Men charged with conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin
Two men have been charged with conspiracy to supply Class A drugs in the Haverhill area after arrests made by the Metropolitan Police in Essex yesterday.
Leaving work early leads North Carolina woman to lottery jackpot
May 29 (UPI) -- A North Carolina woman said getting off work early was lucrative when she won a $100,000 lottery jackpot.
UK helps employers with slow phase-in of job shield costs
British finance minister Rishi Sunak offered fresh help to employers hammered by the coronavirus shutdown on Friday in the form of a gradual phase-in of contributions from them to the government's costly wage subsidy scheme. The government has been paying 80% of the wages of some 8.4 million workers since…
Britain may offer 'path to citizenship' for nearly 3 million in Hong Kong
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain is prepared to offer extended visa rights and a pathway to citizenship for almost 3 million Hong Kong residents in response to China’s push to impose national security legislation in the former British colony.
Pixel Buds 2 users report audio cutouts especially when outdoors
Users report that they have been experiencing connectivity issues with Pixel Buds 2. The issues, which have been reported since earbuds first started shipping, haven't been fixed by firmware updates.
Clark County schools to move to Phase Two of reopening June 8
Under the plan announced Friday, some staff will return to district offices under social distancing guidelines, while much work will continue to be done online or by phone.
Wizards' Bradley Beal reacts to recent Nets trade rumors: 'I look at it as a sign of respect'
The 2019-20 NBA season may be on hold, but apparently Bradley Beal trade rumors never stop.
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers reveals he and wife had coronavirus
The Foxes manager was ill in March and April.
Canada bans cruise ship visits until October
The Canadian government on Friday extended by three months a ban on cruise ships entering Canadian waters because of the coronavirus pandemic. The ban, which began in April and will now run to October, has been tightened to include passenger boats and other vessels with more than 100 passengers and…
Police take over Nasarawa PDP secretariat - The Nation Nigeria
Stern- looking police operatives have taken over the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretariat in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State...
Residents flee as Anambra communities clash over land ownership
Tony Okafor, Awka Three persons were reportedly killed on Friday in a land feud between Urum and Achalla communities in the Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State. This was the sec...
Garneau says still no black boxes from Iran in January shootdown of airliner
OTTAWA - Canada and four other countries are still trying to pressure Iran to release the flight recorders from its Jan. 8 shootdown of a Ukrainian passenge
Blantyre man rushed to hospital with head injury after hit-and-run as cops hunt driver
A MAN was rushed to hospital earlier today after falling victim to a hit and run in Blantyre. Police are appealing for information after a 47-year-old male was knocked down by a motor at Anderson G…
'Justice will be served': Barr announces civil rights investigation into George Floyd's death
The FBI and Justice Department are carrying out an investigation into whether the Minneapolis police officers involved in the death of George Floyd violated any federal civil rights laws.
White House: Twitter Says Post on Minneapolis Riots Didn't Break Any Rules
Twitter appeared to inadvertently admit that one of President Donald Trump's tweets, now censored by the platform, did not in fact violate the site's rules.
Man drinks liter of lemon juice in under 17 seconds for world record
May 29 (UPI) -- An Idaho man turned a sour taste into a sweet achievement when he drank a liter of lemon juice through a straw in under 17 seconds for a Guinness World Record.
New figures show which parts of the UK have highest coronavirus infection rate
The South West has the highest coronavirus infection - or R - rate in Britain, followed by the North East and East Midlands - amid warnings new restrictions could be needed
Sanwo-Olu declares frontline health workers as face of his 1st year anniversary
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday said the frontline health workers are the heroes of the states' battle against the Covid-19...
Who is Oumar Gonzalez? The seven-figure Nottingham Forest transfer target
Who is he? Will Forest re-ignite that transfer interest in the summer? And what has been said about him and any summer move?
US takes action against China over Hong Kong
The president also said the US would be suspending entry of certain Chinese citizens.
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry: Drone reports 'more prevalent' near LA area where Sussexes live, source says
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been worried about their family’s safety after reportedly experiencing issues with drones flying above their palatial estate in Los Angeles.
Delhi: Cases up over past 10 days, so is positivity rate
The city's overall positivity rate is 8.7% with the authorities having carried out 1,99,626 tests until May 29, out of which 17,386 were found positive.
Six arrested on murder charge
Sleuths from the Organised Crime Wing of Central Crime Branch received a tip-off from an informant early on Friday of a gang wielding lethal weapons on the prowl. This helped the team stop a car with
Vehicle testing stations to reopen for business
The Ministry of Transport has announced that vehicle testing stations have been granted permission to open on June 1.
'We will always love you': Simon Thomas emotionally announces his father has passed away aged 78 following tragic death of wife Gemma
The former Sky presenter, 47, took to Instagram on Friday to inform fans of the tragic news.
Trump announces probe of Chinese companies listed in US
US President Donald Trump on Friday ordered a probe into the actions of Chinese companies listed on American financial markets as tensions flared anew between the world's two biggest economies. The announcement followed Beijing's move to implement a new security law on semi-autonomous Hong Kong
Drill on cruise ship pandemics before Ruby Princess debacle found authorities’ communications ‘robust’
Report on joint federal and state exercise held a year ago found cruise ships ‘highly compliant with ill traveller procedures’
Kai Havertz scores again as Bayer Leverkusen move up to third in Bundesliga
The young forward has scored seven goals in his last six games in all competitions.
FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug
U.S. health regulators are telling five drugmakers to recall their versions of a widely used diabetes medication after laboratory tests found elevated levels of a contaminant linked to cancer.
Photo: Three US Intel Satellites Will Launch From New Zealand in June After COVID-19 Delay
The launch of three US intelligence satellites from New Zealand has been rescheduled for June 11 after it was delayed by more than two months due to the COVID-19...
President Buhari says he is still focused on delivering his mandate
President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians that his administration is still focused on delivering on his mandate. He made the statement on Friday, May 29.
Flames burn close to people's homes as two mountain fires merge into one
Crews managed to tackle the flames just in time
SUV belonging to Gautam Gambhir’s father stolen
Sources said personnel deployed at the house were not present at the time of the incident. However, DCP Bhatia denied the allegations.
Centre's Rs 20 lakh crore package is bogus: CPI-ML New Democracy leader Akula Papaiah
CPI-ML New Democracy leader Akula Papaiah criticised the Rs 20 lakh crore package announced by the Central government as of no use for the common man
82-year-old woman recovers from coronavirus in Osun
The Osun Government says an 82-year-old woman recovered from the coronavirus disease in the state, against the belief that elderly people
Former PM says Cummings had not ‘followed spirit’ of lockdown guidance
Mrs May said she was concerned that the focus on Mr Cummings was ‘detracting from the most important task’ of dealing with coronavirus.
Homeless student in Florida graduates as valedictorian
Martin Folsom and his mother have been in and out of homelessness since he was a kid and throughout his four years at A. Philip Randolph Career Academies.
Editorial: Stop focusing on looting in Minneapolis. Be outraged that police keep killing black men
There is anger on the streets in Minneapolis. It is understandable given the killing of yet another unarmed black man as he was arrested.
Need To Scale Down Flights From Mumbai, Ahmedabad: Punjab Minister Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases
Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu on Friday said there is a need to reduce domestic flights from Mumbai and Ahmedabad where a large number of coronavirus cases have been found.
Derek Chauvin kept knee on ‘non-responsive’ George Floyd’s neck for almost 3 minutes
A Minneapolis cop kept his knee on George Floyd’s neck for nearly three minutes while the handcuffed man was “non-responsive” — and the “inherently dangerous” move
Cops called to ongoing incident in Fife street as three people treated for injuries
Officers remain at the scene in Ryan Road, Glenrothes, after being called at around 4pm following reports of a disturbance.
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts will reopen next week, but it will be limited
The only exhibition will be Egyptian Mummies: Exploring Ancient Lives. The gift shop will be open and some washrooms, but don’t plan on getting lunch there
Stocks rebound on relief at Trump's response to China over Hong Kong
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A gauge of global equities rebounded and crude oil rose on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an end to Washington’s special treatment of Hong Kong, a move investors welcomed as unlikely to jeopardize a trade accord with China.
Garneau says still no black boxes from Iran in January shootdown of airliner
OTTAWA — Canada and four other countries are still trying to pressure Iran to release the flight recorders from its Jan. 8 shootdown of a Ukrainian passenger plane, Transport Minister Marc Garneau said Friday.
Joe Biden reveals he spoke with George Floyd's family
Former Vice President Joe Biden revealed he spoke to the family of George Floyd, who died in police custody earlier this week.
Keith Ellison tells George Floyd rioters to direct anger at police and not the National Guard
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison told people rioting in the streets over the death of George Floyd to direct their frustration toward the Minneapolis Police Department rather than the National Guard.
Coastguards issue stark warning that people could die on beaches this weekend
People heading to beaches this weekend are in real danger if they don’t take personal responsibility to stay safe with a lack of lifeguards at the moment, the coastguard has warned.
Ferrari seeks new talent in Australia and New Zealand
Ferrari is looking for new talent in Australia. Motosport Australia reports that the Ferrari Driver Academy will set up a new development program in Sydney. They are going to look there for the development of regional talent for the future.
Renault plans to cut 14,600 jobs worldwide in race to reduce costs
The measures round off a decisive week for Renault and its Japanese partners Nissan Motor Co. and Mitsubishi Motors Corp., drawing a line under a two-decade era of aggressive expansion
Minister says Ottawa must respect choice of First Nations to hold powwows
OTTAWA - Canada's Indigenous services minister says Ottawa won't dictate terms to First Nations on holding ceremonies and powwows during a pandemic."If you
MTA ‘confounded’ by CDC push for people to avoid mass transit
MTA Chairman Pat Foye on Friday blasted a new CDC guidance that businesses encourage employees to avoid mass transit. “The CDC’s latest guidance marks yet another confounding
This week’s passages
Larry Kramer, 84, the playwright, screenwriter, essayist and AIDS activist whose raging protests against the government, medical establishment and even the gay community helped bring attention to the health crisis,...
Donald Trump cuts US ties with Hong Kong over Chinese government 'smothering'
President Trump announced the United States was severing diplomatic ties with Hong Kong after accusing China of removing the former British colony's autonomy
Trump moves to revoke Hong Kong’s trade status, stoking China Rift
Citing a litany of grievances against the country, some dating to before he was elected president, United States President Donald Trump said the US would begin a process to revoke Hong Kong’s preferential trade status under US law.
Want a mask with your Big Mac? Alberta handing out masks at drive-thrus
EDMONTON - Alberta is planning to distribute 20 million non-medical masks for free at hundreds of drive-thru fast-food restaurants.Health Minister Tyler Sha
Asia Today: India to allow reopenings in some areas
NEW DELHI (AP) — India is extending its lockdown in containment zones until June 30 but will allow economic activities to restart outside these areas even though coronavirus cases continue...
Man City and Newcastle tipped for transfer battle over South American starlet
Real Madrid are also said to be interested
‘When the looting starts, the shooting starts’: Behind the infamous phrase used by Trump
It was used by Miami Police Chief Walter Headley in 1967 and again the following year by segregationist presidential candidate George Wallace, NPR reported Friday.
Police free CNN reporter arrested live on TV covering Minneapolis protests
Police in Minneapolis released a CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early Friday morning during violent protests in the city.
Dana White reveals Jon Jones wanted Deontay Wilder money for Ngannou superfight
UFC president Dana White reveals Jon Jones’ asking price to fight Francis Ngannou at heavyweight.
Virus count revised, new clusters emerge as France reopens
France’s national health agency reported a sudden jump in new virus infections -- just an hour after the prime minister announced a sweeping national reopening plan. The agency clarified Friday that the surprising new figures were the result of a new accounting method, and not linked to a much-feared second…
Migrants now returning in fewer numbers to Uttarakhand
An Uttarakhand Transport Corporation official told The Indian Express that 100 buses were sent to Delhi on May 25, and the people who registered to return were given information in advance.
Trump moves to revoke Hong Kong trade status, stoking China rift
Citing a litany of grievances against the country, some dating to before he was elected president, Trump said the U.S. would begin a process to revoke Hong Kong’s preferential trade status under U.S. law.
Transcripts released of Flynn's calls with Russian diplomat
Transcripts of phone calls that played a pivotal role in the Russia investigation were declassified and released Friday.
Review: Lady Gaga is back, but where’s the art or spark?
Lady Gaga, “Chromatica” (Interscope) In the 12 years since Lady Gaga dropped her first album, the singer has exceptionally shown that she knows how to create a killer album. “The Fame” was danceable and clever. “The Fame Monster” was an epic adventure into her darker mind. “Born This Way” brilliantly…
Lagos allays fears over 5G technology - The Nation Nigeria
Lagos State Government has assured there is nothing to fear over purported danger posed by 5G technology to their health.It declared controversies...
What UK will look like as lockdown eased and shops braced for BBQ and booze spike
New week, new world... we look at what Monday brings for garden parties, schools, shops, pubs, takeaways, shielding, entertainment and holidays as Brits are ready to go barbecue and picnic crazy with 25C temperatures but docs warn to stick to social distancing rules
Taylor Swift is worth at least $360 million — see how the pop superstar makes and spends her ever-growing fortune
Taylor Swift uses her wealth on growing her real-estate portfolio across the US and donating to causes and charity.
Maharashtra: SP MLA booked for protest, ‘inciting’ people
Stating that the voice of public representatives was being stifled, Abu Asim Azmi said on Friday that he held the protest to highlight the high-handedness of the police and raise concerns over the functioning of the government.
'World's biggest Airbnb': Approved 13-bedroom house not to be used for short-term letting
The $1 million house and pool must not be used for tourist accommodation.
China home-built aircraft carrier conducting sea trials
BEIJING (AP) — China’s Defense Ministry said the navy’s only entirely home-built aircraft is carrying out sea trials to test weapons and equipment and enhance training of the crew. Ministry...
A14 partially blocked after lorry hits highways van doing roadworks
A lorry has collided with a Highways England van while roadworks are carried out on the A14 in Bury St Edmunds.
Implementation of new framework for taxi, ride-hailing companies pushed back to October
SINGAPORE: The implementation of a new regulatory framework for the taxi and private-hire car sectors will be delayed again to October, as ...
Maharashtra: Free foodgrain arrives for migrants, but after most have left the state
While Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had announced the free foodgrain scheme for migrants on May 14 as part of the second tranche of the Centre’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ package, state officials admitted to delays in finalisation of the modalities for its implementation
Microsoft releases the May 2020 Xbox One Update with new features
Today, Microsoft announced the release of the May 2020 Xbox One Update, also known as version 2005. It includes more Guide improvements, collection filters, Mixer improvements, and more.
Daily Deals: save big on Apple Watch Series 5, Nest security cameras, and much 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!
Epstein estate reaches deal with US Virgin Islands attorney general on victims compensation fund
A deal regarding a fund to compensate the dozens of alleged sex-trafficking victims of Jeffrey Epstein has been reached between the late financier's estate and the attorney general of the U.S. Virgin Islands following an impasse.
Challenge to plasma therapy: Getting donors to come forward
According to sources, over 440 people were contacted by the Delhi government to donate plasma, out of which around 15 agreed. As many as 7,264 people have recovered/migrated/been discharged from hospitals as of May 27.
Long-distance runner Kiranjeet Kaur banned for 4 years by World Athletics' anti-doping body
Long-distance runner Kiranjeet Kaur, who won the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K among the Indians last year, has been handed a four-year ban by World Athletics' anti-doping body for returning positive for a
Ex-warehouse employee charged with stealing 2 pallets of crab legs, robbing security guard
A 28-year-old man has been taken into custody on Wednesday after robbing a security guard and stealing two pallets of crab legs from a food distribution center in Lexington.
The Nintendo Switch Lite Is Finally Back In Stock
Amazon finally has the Nintendo Switch Lite back in stock. It's still priced at the same $199, so there's no price gouging going on here. It is
French carmaker Renault announces 15,000 job cuts worldwide
Struggling French carmaker Renault on Friday announced 15,000 job cuts worldwide as part of a 2 billion-euro cost-cutting plan over three years. Renault said on Friday that nearly 4,600 jobs will be cut in France in addition to more than 10,000 in the rest of the world. The group's global…
Britain may offer 'path to citizenship' for nearly 3 million in Hong Kong
Britain is prepared to offer extended visa rights and a pathway to citizenship for almost 3 million Hong Kong residents in response to China's push to impose national security legislation in the former British colony. China's parliament has approved a decision to go forward with national security legislation for Hong…
Intel chief Ratcliffe declassifies transcripts of Flynn calls
Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe on Friday announced that he has declassified the transcripts related to Michael Flynn’s conversations with a Russian diplomat during the presidential
International naval operation nets 50 tonnes of cocaine in 45 days
BOGOTA (Reuters) - A multilateral naval anti-drug operation confiscated 50 tonnes of cocaine in 45 days, Colombia President Ivan Duque said on Friday.
Former PM says Cummings had not ‘followed spirit’ of lockdown guidance
Mrs May said she was concerned that the focus on Mr Cummings was ‘detracting from the most important task’ of dealing with coronavirus.
Call of Duty: Warzone finally has Duos
The two-person team-up went live today.
New York City Reopening Is in Sight, as Transit and Other Questions Overhang
The first phase of New York City’s midpandemic reopening begins June 8 with free face coverings for all businesses that need them.
They've Arrived: National Guard, Police Deployed Just in Time to Protect the Smoldering Ruins of Minneapolis
Our own Julio Rosas is on the ground in Minneapolis,
Cardi B Urges People to Vote in Order to See Change with Race Relations in America
The rapper continues to be one of the few celebrity voices of reason in the midst of America's current cultural climate.
Daily Deals: save big on Apple Watch Series 5, Nest security cameras, and much 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!
Little fear, lots of love as Madrid medics do home rounds amid pandemic
By Susana Vera MADRID (Reuters) - With air kisses and palms clasped, elderly patients in Madrid greet medics who come to check them at home during the coronavirus pandemic despite the risks involved.
Biden calls for 'real leadership' after Trump alludes to violence after police killing
Joe Biden on Friday called for justice and "real leadership", accusing President Donald Trump of encouraging violence by threatening deadly military force to stop rioters in Minneapolis protesting the police killing of an unarmed black man. Initially peaceful rallies in Minnesota's largest city have given way to nights of arson,…
Inside life of conjoined twins - from difficult questions to awkward fallouts
EXCLUSIVE: Sisters Carmen and Lupita open up on what it's like sharing the same body. Norma and their dad Victor brought them to the US from Mexico in search of better medical treatment when they were babies
Guitarist Bob Kulick dead at 70: 'I know he is at peace now,' brother says
Bob Kulick -- a guitarist known for performing with KISS, Lou Reed and Meat Loaf -- has died. He was 70.
US stocks rise after Trump sticks to script on China
Shares in New York gained 4.5 per cent in May, buoyed by signs the US economy is stirring after shutting down in April.
Sports Bar Owner, Firefighter Cries After Looters Destroy Business He Put Life Savings Into (VIDEO)
Protests have turned to raging riots in Minneapolis after the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers.…
U.S. senators urge probe of TikTok on children's privacy
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Four U.S. senators, including a China hawk, urged the Federal Trade Commission on Friday to investigate allegations that the popular video app TikTok violated a consent decree protecting children’s privacy.
Teams users can now pop out chats into dedicated windows
Microsoft Teams is finally rolling out the pop-out chat feature for the app. The feature has been highly requested and is now available for the desktop clients on Windows and macOS.
Garneau says still no black boxes from Iran in January shootdown of airliner
Canada and four other countries are still trying to pressure Iran to release the flight recorders from its Jan. 8 shootdown of a Ukrainian passenger plane, Transport Minister Marc Garneau said Friday.
Major gaps in government plan for reopening childcare facilities
Major gaps are emerging in the Government’s efforts to reopen childcare facilities including a lack of any plan to fund services and ensure staff are paid if there is reduced capacity.
Taylor Swift Lashes Out at Trump on Twitter, Says He's 'Stoking Fires of White Supremacy'
Swift reacted to Trump's tweets about how the situation in Minneapolis has got out of control, as violent protests have continued in the city over the death of black...
Challenging China's Claims In South China Sea, US Navy Warship Sails Near Paracel Islands
Challenging Beijing's claims in the highly contested South China Sea, US Navy's Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin on Thursday (local time) sailed near Paracel Islands, reported CNN.
Three people rushed to hospital after Glenrothes disturbance as cops race to scene
THREE people have been rushed to hospital after a Glenrothes disturbance which saw cops lock down the scene. Police were called to Ryan Road in the Fife town after the alarm was raised at 4pm this …
Dilli Ka Babu | Karnataka officer who spoke for guest workers gets transferred
The transfer seems to have shocked many people within the government as well as the public
The ultra-chill ‘Tetris Effect’ soundtrack is now available for streaming
The hypnotic chillwave soundtrack of Tetris Effect is now available for streaming, composer Hydelic announced on the PlayStation Blog. After being announced onstage at E3 2018, Tetris Effect was released as a PlayStation 4 exclusive in November 2018 before coming to PC in July 2019.
Only God can determine my political future, says Ike Ekweremadu
Ike Ekweremadu is the current senator representing Enugu West Senatorial zone in the upper chamber. He has been a member of the Nigerian Senate since 2003.
US takes action against China over Hong Kong
The president also said the US would be suspending entry of certain Chinese citizens.
Brian Stelter, Washington Post face backlash for comparing arrest of CNN crew to George Floyd's death
CNN media correspondent Brian Stelter and the Washington Post are facing intense backlash for attempting to compare the arrest of a CNN crew while covering the Minneapolis riots to the tragic death of George Floyd.
Opinion: Donald Trump would be toast if it wasn’t for Joe Biden
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Zimbabwe records second highest daily coronavirus increase
Zimbabwe reported 17 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, the second highest daily tally which took the country total to 149.On Wednesday, cases more than doubled...
Trump says US will no longer treat Hong Kong as autonomous region
WASHINGTON — President Trump on Friday announced sweeping changes to the US relationship with Hong Kong, declaring the region would no longer be viewed as autonomous from China or given
5 years of PMB: Buhari's silence confuses me a lot - Amaechi
Reviewing the performance of President Muhammadu Buhari in power, Minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has spoken on the president's leadership style.
COVID-19: More than a Biological Weapon
While the biological virus is a common enemy of humankind, the political virus born out of certain American politicians is equally detestable, for it has damaged the global anti-epidemic cooperation and impeded the long-term development and progress of human society. The virus in the political world has done even more damages than the virus from […]
UK plans new 5G club of 10 democracies, including India: Report
The British government has approached the US with the prospect of creating a 5G club of 10 democracies, including India, amid growing security concerns related to Chinese telecom giant Huawei,
Cop who knelt on George Floyd charged with murder
A Minneapolis policeman accused of killing unarmed African-American George Floyd by kneeling on his neck was taken into custody Friday and charged with third-degree murder, officials said. Derek...
Abdul Aleem Khan dismisses flour price increase by Mills Association
Pakistan Flour Mills Association had increased the price of flour by Rs 120
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe may be pardoned tomorrow and home for daughter's birthday
EXCLUSIVE: The husband of Brit mum Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, who has been imprisoned in Iran since being held under false spying charges in April 2016, says she could be pardoned on Saturday
India rejects US mediation in Ladakh standoff, reiterates China issue is bilateral
China too, in a statement on Friday, rejected any US mediation.
Govt likely to allocate Rs1,000b for Covid-19
Prepares draft for federal budget 2010-21 with a total outlay of Rs7,570 billion
The best cases for the new iPhone SE
Looking for a case for your brand new iPhone SE? Check out our roundup of the best cases for the iPhone SE.
Google Stadia Pro users are getting six new free games in June
Google has revealed what free games Stadia Pro subscribers are getting in June, which include The Elder Scrolls Online and Little Nightmares.
Janhvi Kapoor on what mum Sridevi taught her about dance
Her passing came as a huge shock to the world back in 2018, however Sridevi’s legacy continues to live on, and her daughter Janhvi Kapoor has taken on some of her biggest life lessons she was taught from her. Knowing she will always be seen as her mothers daughter first, Kapoor recent spoke to the […]
George Floyd killing: Police officer Derek Chauvin arrested over death during botched arrest
A US police officer whose alleged killing of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, has been arrested.
Nanded civic body rules out mass transmission of virus
The Nanded Waghala Municipal Corporation (NWMC) had feared the worst after more than 900 of the over 3,700 pilgrims stranded at Nanded’s Langar Sahib and Sachkhand Shri Hazur Sahib gurudwaras due to the coronavirus-induced lockdown had tested positive on returning to Punjab.
Powerbeats Pro Will be Launching in June, 4 New Colors, Apple H1 Chip and Hey Siri Voice Command
The original Powerbeats Pro were launched about a year ago. They were among the finest true wireless earphones in the market that were released with the same intelligent hardware that drove the AirPods. Today, we are getting a new iteration with the same name, but with new colors joining the older ones. This is not …
Jamia student granted bail in December case
Tanha was arrested by the Crime Branch on May 17 for allegedly instigating a crowd in Jamia Nagar on December 15, following which violence erupted in the area.
FA Cup final to be held on August 1
The FA Cup final will be held on Aug. 1, the Football Association announced on Friday, after the Premier League said on Thursday that its season will restart on June 17.
Galaxy Z Flip Thom Browne Edition Heads to Spain & Singapore, More Color Variants for S20 Trio, Buds+ Announced
Samsung has now brought its Galaxy Z Flip Thom Browne Edition to the Spain and Singapore. Furthermore, it has also announced color options for S20 and Buds+
'This Has Been Happening for 400 Years': Activists Explain Public Rage as Floyd Protests Enter Fourth Day
46-year-old George Floyd died in police custody on Monday after being pinned to the ground by the neck and strangled to death by a Minneapolis police officer. His death...
US cuts World Health Organization ties over virus response
China retaliated for the visa limitations by expelling several reporters from U.S. media outlets, including The Washington Post and The New York Times.
Militants Shell Settlements in Northwestern Syria, Russian Military Says
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HS2 bosses slammed for clearing ancient woodland during wildlife breeding season
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Madhuri on her children helping with debut single: “They gave their expert advice”
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First Friday to stay digital in June
Las Vegas may be reopening, but First Friday is staying digital.
What do the new furlough rules mean for workers and businesses?
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced several changes to the furlough scheme.
US Leaves WHO in Wake of Coronavirus Pandemic, Says President Trump
U.S. President Trump said the country will leave the WHO, alleging the agency protected China in the early days of the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus | Monkeys snatch blood samples in Meerut
A video showing one of the monkeys sitting on a tree and fiddling with one of the sample kits was widely shared on social media.
Eastern Cape confirms schools without PPE will not reopen on Monday
The Eastern Cape Department of Education has confirmed not all schools will be ready to reopen on Monday.
Many Canadians shocked by U.S. riots, Canada has racism problem too, PM Trudeau says
OTTAWA (Reuters) - Many Canadians are watching the riots in parts of the United States with shock and horror but Canada also has problems with racism, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Friday.
Celebrities unite to slam British Airways over plans to axe 12,000 jobs and 'slash' pay
Stephen Fry, Lee Westwood and others have united to condemn British Airways, claiming the airline is using the coronavirus crisis to 'wreck workers' terms and conditions'
Hugh Jackman Shares A Picture Of Warring ‘Deadpool’ And ‘Wolverine’ Cakes While Taking A Jab At Ryan Reynolds
Hugh Jackman has found a way to turn something as wholesome as a young boy's birthday party into a dig at Ryan Reynolds. Jackman and Reynolds had signalled a cease-fire to their long-running frenemy feud. However, it lasted about a month. On Thursday, Jackman posted an Instagram photo celebrating a boy named Sam's 8th birthday…
Customs and Border Protection Responds to Outrage About ‘Predator Drone’ Flying Over Minneapolis
Hours after President Donald Trump tweeted that federal intervention may be necessary if riots in Minneapolis, Minnesota continued, outrage over a "predator drone" sighting swelled. Some noted that a Customs and Border Patrol done took off on Friday morning, reportedly from the Grand Forks, N.D. area, and flew over Minneapolis before apparently returning to its base.
Report suggests Man United may have the chance to offload expensive flop this summer
Man United need to find a way of getting rid of him
Backlog effect: Mumbai’s recovered cases jump from 8,650 to 16,008
1,447 fresh cases reported, taking city’s total COVID-19 cases close to 37,000-mark
Parliament recommends suspending payment of R22m to Ingonyama Trust
When the trust tabled its strategic and annual performance plans at a committee meeting, no budget information was included.
Can appreciate limits on airfares as it is a 'very very short term' measure: AirAsia India CEO
Domestic passenger services restarted after a gap of two months on Monday when 428 flights carried around 30,000 passengers to their destinations.
Nancy Grace on potential 'mindset' of UConn student, 23, accused of killing 2 people
Former prosecutor and Fox Nation host Nancy Grace broke down the latest details in the case of a UConn student who is accused of killing two people before leading authorities on a six-day long manhunt in four states.
FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug
U.S. health regulators are telling five drugmakers to recall their versions of a widely used diabetes medication after laboratory tests found elevated levels of a contaminant linked to cancer.
Dortmund's Haaland to miss Paderborn game, Dahoud out for the season
Borussia Dortmund's prolific teenage striker Erling Haaland will miss their next Bundesliga match at Paderborn while Mo Dahoud has been ruled out ...
Low Q4 growth telling commentary on economic mismanagement of BJP govt: Chidambaram
India's economic growth slowed to 3.1 per cent in January-March and to an 11-year low of 4.2 per cent for the full fiscal 2019-20 amid a drop in consumption and investment.
The coming recession is the best reason to step up the pace of renewables investment
It will not do to wait until the next power plant announces its closure. Building alternative infrastructure should start now
Power 5 conferences ask Congress for college athlete compensation law
The Power 5 conference commissioners are asking Congress to move forward with federal legislation regarding compensation for college athletes.
Obiano signs COVID-19 Prevention Bill into law - The Nation Nigeria
Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State on Friday signed into the Anambra State COVID-19 and Other Dangerous Diseases Prevention
Covid-19 in the Western Cape: 887 people hospitalised, 34 more deaths
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has called on residents not to become complacent as the province moves to Level 3.
Theresa May says Dominic Cummings did not 'follow the spirit' of lockdown
The former PM said she could ‘well understand’ the public’s ‘anger’ at the revelation he drove 260 miles from London to Durham at the height of lockdown.
FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug
U.S. health regulators are telling five drugmakers to recall their versions of a widely used diabetes medication after laboratory tests found elevated levels of a contaminant linked to cancer.
President Trump Is a Doughnut
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Football: Dortmund's Haaland to miss Paderborn game, Dahoud out for the season
Borussia Dortmund's prolific teenage striker Erling Haaland will miss their next Bundesliga match at Paderborn while Mo Dahoud has been ruled out ...
Donald Trump announces probe of Chinese companies listed in US
Among the largest were e-commerce giant Alibaba, China's largest oil producer PetroChina and Sinopec, the world's largest oil refiner.The announcement followed Beijing's move to implement a new security law on semi-autonomous Hong Kong that critics say would stifle freedom
The racist history of Trump’s “When the looting starts, the shooting starts” tweet
Several prominent segregationists have used the phrase while cracking down on black protesters since the civil rights era.
Virus deaths hit single-day high as BHC CJ tests positive
Justice Mandokhail and his family go into self-isolation
WWE Rumors: Superstar’s New Contract Is Reportedly A Multi-Year Deal
A couple of weeks ago, Drew Gulak’s impressive WWE run came to a sudden end when his contract expired. It was a shock to everyone as fans thought he was receiving a massive push, which included ...
Katsina govt relaxes lockdown for Friday prayers, Church services
Governor Aminu Masari of Katsina State has approved for the relaxing of the COVID-19 lockdown to allow Muslim faithful observe Friday prayers
Royal Malaysian Navy to look into expanding base in Sabah east coast
KOTA KINABALU, May 29 — The Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) is looking into the expansion of its base to accommodate the asset requirements of RMN especially in the east coast of Sabah. RMN chief Admiral Tan Sri Mohd Reza Mohd Sany however said the matter is still at discussion stage with the Sabah...
Twitter places notice on Trump’s Minneapolis tweet for ‘glorifying violence’
Twitter on Friday escalated its war on President Trump by placing a “public interest notice” on one of his tweets. The social media giant said a tweet by Trump that read “When the
China plans to extend curbs on international flights till June 30: US embassy
China has drastically cut such flights since March to allay concerns over infections brought by arriving passengers. A so-called “Five One” policy allows mainland carriers to fly just one flight a week on one route to any country and foreign airlines to operate just one flight a week to China.
No. 2 HVI caught with shabu in Tondo
THE Manila Police District-Station 1 arrested a male suspect tagged as the ‘Number 2 High Value Individual (HVI)’ and said to be a drug pusher, in Tondo, Manila.
Remand extension for suspected drunk driver involved in fatal collision in Kuantan
KUANTAN, May 29 — The remand order on a fish wholesaler suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol, which allegedly led to the death of an Alam Flora Sdn Bhd supervisor last Monday, has been extended another three days. Kuantan district police chief ACP Mohamad Noor Yusof Ali confirmed...
Children's home backed for approval despite residents' concern
Plans to allow a former activity centre to be converted into a children’s home have been strongly criticised by residents.
“Best right-back in the world” Alexander-Arnold will end up in midfield, according to Flanagan
Former Liverpool full-back Jon Flanagan has tipped Trent Alexander-Arnold to make the switch from defence to midfield at some point in his career. The Rangers defender clocked a young Trent at Melw…
SFA & SPFL to present Scottish Government with plan to begin new Premiership season behind closed doors on August 1
SCOTTISH football is set to lay out plans to start the new Scottish Premiership season on August 1. The SFA and SPFL will present the plans for football to begin behind closed doors in Scotland to …
Major shopping street in Worcester city centre set for revamp this summer with work lasting 12 weeks
Pump Street in the city centre is to get a make-over starting on June 22 - including new trees and new footpaths with different coloured and textured paving to make them safer for pedestrians
Renault to cut 15,000 jobs in 'vital' cost-cutting plan
Carmaker Renault said Friday that it would cut nearly 15,000 jobs, including 4,600 at its core French operations, as it seeks to steer out of a cash crunch exacerbated by the coronavirus crisis.
JobKeeper could be extended, says Peter Dutton
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has confirmed the government is willing to be flexible with the end date for JobKeeper wage subsidies.
Boxes of PPE donated by China will support Perth charity PKAVS when lockdown eases
The Chinese Government has donated hundreds of facemasks to help protect staff, volunteers and clients at a lifeline Perth charity.
J&K Police identifies owner of explosives-laden car intercepted in Pulwama on Thursday
According to the police, he is a resident of Shopian and had joined the Pakistan-backed terror group Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in July 2019.
Twenty20 World Cup schedule under 'very high risk'
MELBOURNE: Cricket Australia boss Kevin Roberts has downplayed the prospect of the Twenty20 World Cup going ahead in 2020, saying the ...
People will have to limit contact for a long time into the future – expert
People will have to limit their contacts with other people for a long time into the future despite the pandemic easing, a health expert has said.
UK D10 plan to provide alternatives to Huawei
The UK has come up with a plan to provide alternative sources to China for telecoms, pharmaceuticals and other key supplies.
Boston Marathon Canceled for First Time in 124-Year History
Amid the current COVID-19 pandemic.
LPGA stars set to compete at Texas Women's Open
Two-time major winner Stacy Lewis and former US Women's Open winner Brittany Lang will tee it up at the Texas Women's Open next week in Dallas.
UK PM unveils ‘limited’ easing of lockdown
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has unveiled some “limited” and “cautious” easing of the country’s coronavirus lockdown measures.
Gay weddings boost US economy by $3.8 billion since landmark ruling
Gay and lesbian weddings have boosted state and local economies by an estimated $3.8 billion since same-sex marriage was legalized nationwide in the United States in 2015, according to a study published on Thursday.
Never said India lost to England deliberately in 2019 WC: Ben Stokes
England became the eventual champion by beating New Zealand in a dramatic final at Lord's to lift its maiden World Cup title since the inception of the competition.
La Liga 2020-21 to begin from September 12
The 2020-21 season of Spanish top-flight football league, LaLiga, will commence from September 12, according to President Javier Tebas. He also confirmed that the current football season will resume from June 11 after being suspended since March due to coronavirus pandemic.
Renault announces 15,000 job cuts worldwide
The move is part of a two billion euro cost-cutting plan over three years.
Illinois, New Jersey, and New York are the only states reopening according to federal guidelines, a ProPublica analysis found
The three states have yet to fully lift stay-at-home orders, which have been in place for roughly the same duration, per the ProPublica analysis.
Hello and welcome: Robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.
Green light for garden parties, but careful using the bathroom: England releases new guidelines for social gatherings amid lockdown
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced measures to further ease lockdown in England at a press conference on Thursday.
Winners Of Counter-Strike Tournament Banned After The Event For Cheating
Cheaters get banned every day, but rarely after winning a tournament.
The close: TSX ends lower, crude has best month on record
U.S. stocks finish mostly higher as investors take in latest Trump news
Premier League return: the issues to resolve
Liverpool were 25 points clear of Manchester City and just two wins away from becoming English champions
Surely the Premier League can handle two issues at once? Newcastle fans just want answers
Why has the wait for news on Newcastle United takeover gone on for so long as Magpies fans are desperate to hear a positive outcome?
Buhari came to ‘steal, kill, destroy’- Fani-Kayode - The Nation Nigeria
A former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has described the five years of President Muhammadu Buhari as “disastrous...
Burglary suspect identified after fatal Everett break-in
A homeowner shot the man Thursday morning. The slain man had served much of his adulthood in prison.
Anxiety mounts over COVID-19 spread in Kogi after index cases
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Wednesday announced two cases of the coronavirus in Kogi. Although those were the state's index cases,
Teacher Aides’ Pay Rise Helps Value Educating Disabled Students
The milestone pay settlement for teacher aides is both good news for gender pay equity and for valuing the education of disabled children, says Disability Rights Commissioner Paula Tesoriero.
I definitely want to make a Test comeback but it won't be easy: Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Cricket News: "I definitely want to play Test cricket, but I know it won’t be easy to make a comeback, as everyone is doing very well,” the 30-year-old Bhuvneshwar
GMB's Ranvir Singh told to 'get facts right' over Dominic Cummings scandal
Ranvir was discussing the controversy with Iain Dale.
Dinosaur-Killing Asteroid Struck Earth at ‘Deadliest Possible Angle,’ New Research Suggests
When the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs hit Earth, it struck at an angle that maximised its destructive potential, according to new computer simulations of the catastrophic event.
USD/CAD holds steady, up little around 1.3770 amid weaker oil prices
The USD/CAD pair edged higher on Friday, albeit lacked any strong follow-through and remained confined in a three-day-old trading range. A sharp fall
Women’s Tour to go virtual after coronavirus forces race cancellation
Organisers will fill the void with three virtual stages between June 17 and 19 using the RGT Cycling virtual platform.
Lockdown may be extended by another 15 days, says Goa CM after talking to Amit Shah
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant underlined that there was a demand in the state to reopen hotels, restaurants, gyms, and malls, highlighting that he would urge the Centre to allow the resumption of activities in the state with adequate social distancing rules in place
Build, Build. Build projects resume
THE Department of Public Works and Highways announced that infrastructure projects under the government’s Build, Build, Build Program in various places nationwide have recommenced, which will fuel government’s bounce back plan to help the economy recover quickly.
Zookeeper critically mauled by 2 lions at shut Australia zoo
Two lions mauled and critically injured a zookeeper inside their enclosure Friday at a closed Australian zoo.
Buhari to receive report Sunday – PTF
Our Reporters The Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, Boss Mustapha, has said the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), would receive more recommendations from the ...
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German airline Lufthansa to double flights to Athens from Frankfurt and Munich
Lufthansa Group said that the extension of its June timetable responds to the growing interest of customers in air travel as Covid-19 travel restrictions are
Delhi University likely to start registration process for admission to UG courses from 8 June; tentative first cut-off list to be out by 11 Aug
The University of Delhi may begin the registration process for admission to various courses on 8 June. The university’s standing committee of the academic council will decide in its meeting today if the tentative schedule prepared by the admissions department should be passed.
Boost explains why eWallet to bank account transfers have been discontinued
Boost had recently performed a major upgrade which offers users a larger eWallet size of up to RM4,999. However, its previous feature which allows users to cash out their eWallet credit to bank accounts has been discontinued since 18th of May.
Coronavirus India Live Updates: Delhi records 1,106 cases in one day as tally tops 17,000
Coronavirus in India: The nationwide tally also reached 1.65 lakh today; Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain says the govt believes places where large gatherings take place should be closed in lockdown 5.0
Madras High Court issues notices to Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund, SEBI: Investors group
Notices have been issued to crisis-hit Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund and Sebi by the Madras High Court after a petition was filed by an investors group to safeguard nearly Rs 28,000 crore of investors' money stuck in six schemes shut down by the fund house, according to a statement
Explainer: How important is Hong Kong to China as a free finance hub?
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Bankers and investors fear China’s push to impose national security laws on Hong Kong threaten the city’s future as an international financial centre. If it gets to that stage, Beijing’s move will come at a cost for China’s economy.
Worried About Locust Attack In Delhi? Officials Say 'Little Chance'
Since Thursday, social media messages have been warning “those in Delhi-NCR” to shut their doors and windows tightly.
Defence Headquarters releases scorecard of operations, says 600 terrorists, bandits killed in May 2020
THE Armed Forces of Nigeria says it has killed 188 BHT/ISWAP members, 392 Bandits in the Northwest, 20 Bandits/armed 521,000
Snowballs set to fly as the trans-Tasman ski wars begin
Ski resorts across both sides of the ditch are scrambling to make social distancing work.
Arsenal: 3 ways to avoid repeating last January transfer window
Per reports, Arsenal will not be spending a dime this summer, due to the financial impact of the coronavirus. This is a familiar situation for the Gunners,...
AP High Court orders reinstatement of Ramesh Kumar as State Election Commissioner
It struck down ordinance No. 5 of 2020 through which the term of SEC was cut short
4 positive cases in Mohali district, total goes up to 110
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Girish Dayalan confirmed the development and said that the health department teams are working on contact tracing of the new positive cases.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak to outline changes to furlough scheme
It comes after Boris Johnson announced a gradual easing of the lockdown in England.
Indonesia rejects Beijing's South China Sea claims
Indonesia raises 2016 Hague ruling in letter to head of UN, expressing opposition to China’s nine-dash line
Arsenal reportedly unlikely to spend £20m on Nicolas Tagliafico this summer
The Argentine has been linked with a move to Arsenal.The Argentine has been linked with a move to Arsenal.
Investigators find Rs 30 million in wreckage of crashed Pakistan aircraft
Investigators and rescue officials have found around Rs 30 million in cash in the wreckage of the Pakistan International Airlines' aircraft that crashed wth 99 people on board, killing 97 people,
New Exec Chair For NZ Dairy Industry Awards
The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards Executive have chosen Taranaki dairy farmer and NZDIA Alumni Rachel Short as Chair at a recent board meeting, with Paparimu 50/50 sharemilker Amber Carpenter elected as Vice-Chair.
Regional elections in December may escalate COVID-19 transmission: Public health experts
Public health concerns are mounting over the government’s plan to go through with holding the 2020 simultaneous regional elections in December over fears of further virus transmission amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Burundi's First Lady Airlifted to Kenya After Contracting Covid-19
The emergency evacuation was conducted despite Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta announcing that the borders had...
Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody
Minnesota's governor activated the National Guard on Thursday to help restore order following two days of violent protests in Minneapolis over the death of a black man seen in graphic video gasping for breath as a white officer knelt on his neck.
Trump's executive order cracking down on 'online censorship' has nothing to do with free speech
The move could scare social media giants away from even modest moderation of disinformation — an outcome that serves Trump's political aims.
I never said India deliberately lost to knock Pakistan out from 2019 World Cup: Ben Stokes
Ben Stokes' comments in his book 'On Fire' regarding the India vs England match at Birmingham in World Cup last year has led to a new online stir.
One in seven Brits admit to flouting lockdown rules - for poker, sex and haircuts
For just over two months, the country has been in lockdown, with social distancing measures preventing people seeing loved ones -however some people have found sticking to the rules more difficult than others
Controversial Perth Murray Royal flats plan signed off by Scottish Government
A contentious plan to build flats at a former Perth hospital has been approved by the Scottish Government.
Twitter hides Trump’s Minneapolis tweet and labels it for ‘glorifying violence’
Twitter has placed a warning label over a tweet by President Trump that seemed to call for violence against protestors in Minneapolis.
Khupe demands share of Chamisa's loot
THE Thokozani Khupe-led MDC-T has approached the High Court seeking to be joined as a party to an on-going application filed by Nelson Chamisa-led group, MDC Al...
Coronavirus: £25m action plan drawn up for Fife health and social care services
A £25 million action plan to deal with the coronavirus crisis was drawn up by Fife’s health and social care chiefs as they prepared for the effects of the pandemic.
7466 New Cases with 175 Deaths reported in last 24 hours -
New cases of corona virus are increasing in the country very rapidly and the number of people who lost their
Twitter adds warning to Trump's Minneapolis tweet for 'glorifying violence'
'Any difficulty and we will assume control but, when the looting starts, shooting starts'
Japan factory output and retail sales slump as pandemic hits autos
Official data Friday showed factory output slipped 9.1 percent in April from the previous month.
Headteacher tells GMB teaching staff are 'scared' but she hasn't had to 'persuade' anyone to return to school because they want to get on with their jobs
Appearing on Good Morning Britain, Worcester primary school head teacher Bryony Baynes discussed the decision to start a phased return of pupils across England from Monday.
Google Pixel 4a XL leaks may show us what the apparently-canceled phone looked like
Apparently, the Google Pixel 4a XL has been canceled, but that hasn't stopped some people leaking renders of the thing.
Irish PM says good chance social distancing rule can be relaxed
DUBLIN (Reuters) - Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar raised the prospect on Friday of halving social distancing rules from two metres to one if the rate of coronavirus infections comes down further in a potential boost to still shuttered restaurants and pubs.
JobKeeper buck stops with Treasury boss
Steven Kennedy is ultimately responsible for the biggest policy costing discrepancy in Australian history.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak to outline changes to furlough scheme
It comes after Boris Johnson announced a gradual easing of the lockdown in England.
Daily Shramik trains from Punjab stop today
So far, 17.7 lakh migrants had registered themselves on the Punjab government’s portal to go to different parts of India, out of which 15.4 lakh wanted to go to UP and Bihar only.
US, UK step up pressure on China over Hong Kong security law
China faced growing international pressure Friday over its move to impose a security law on Hong Kong that critics say will destroy the city's autonomy, with the United States and Britain placing the…
Tsenengamu seek police clearance to protest
Godfrey Tsenengamu, the leader of the newly-established Front for Economic Emancipation in Zimbabwe, yesterday wrote to police seeking clearance to protest at t...
JobKeeper buck stops with Treasury boss
Steven Kennedy is ultimately responsible for the biggest policy costing discrepancy in Australian history.
2020 T20 World Cup in Australia at 'very high risk', says Kevin Roberts
Cricket Australia CEO Kevin Roberts believes this year's T20 World Cup in Australia is at
Complaints over lockdown in Andhra Pradesh to go to NDMA
It noted that violations of the lockdown are under the purview of the NDMA.
Arrowhead and Exemplar deliver better than expected results
But Covid-19 presents risks for the property sector.
Najib Razak Allegedly Engaged Services Of Israeli Cyber Startup To Spy On Opposition
It’s been two years since Malaysia made history by electing a new party to lead the country and dethroned the former prime minister, Najib Razak, and the
Netflix new arrivals: ‘Space Force’, Anurag Kashyap’s ‘Choked’, ‘Dark’ Season 3 and more
A new show from the creators of ‘The Office’, several favourites return and an Oscar-winning director’s war drama are all part of the offerings to come
Paul Ngei’s Daughters Seek To Block Adopted Brother From Being Beneficiary To Estate
Late veteran Paul Ngei's daughters have sought to have his adopted son blocked from being included as a beneficiary to his estate.According to the Standard, one of the daughters, Elizabeth Nduku M
JobKeeper buck stops with Treasury boss
Steven Kennedy is ultimately responsible for the biggest policy costing discrepancy in Australian history.
Police need more than an unverified tip to avoid drug-case entrapment: top court
The Supreme Court of Canada says an unsubstantiated tip that someone is dealing drugs from a phone number doesn't amount to reasonable suspicion of criminal activity.
The Twitter web app now lets you save drafts and schedule tweets
Twitter is making it easier to manage your tweets and replies before you're ready to send them out. The company has announced that its web app now
TN CM video-conferences with District Collectors on increase in covid-19
With lockdown 4.0 ending Sunday, Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami today held a meeting with all District Collectors about extending the curfew, amid a buzz that lockdown would be extended with strict measures due to the sharp increase of Covid-19 cases in Tamilnadu. Continue Reading →
Billy Bragg says Taylor Swift is a ‘kindred spirit’
Billy Bragg has called Taylor Swift a “kindred spirit”, praising her for standing up for the rights of artists in the music industry.
Mini-grid services continue to drive rural India’s need for power supply: Survey
Economic activities have continued to witness major drop in the mini-grid villages.Direct Government interventions have provided relief
Murray to return at 'Battle of the Brits' tourney in June
(Reuters) - Andy Murray will make his return to tennis at a behind-closed-doors tournament organised by his brother Jamie from June 23-28 in London, the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) said on Friday.
China public security ministry pledges to 'direct and support' HK police
SHANGHAI — China’s public security ministry pledged to “direct and support” the Hong Kong police force after China’s parliament approved a decision to impose a national security law on the semi-autonomous territory, highlighting Beijing’s intention to take a more hands-on law-enforcement role in the city.
Parliament Annexe building sealed after official tests Covid-19 positive
A Rajya Sabha Secretariat official tested positive for Covid-19 on Friday, the fourth such case reported in the Parliament complex so far
Former nurse Joan’s 102 laps of the park to raise funds for the NHS
The centenarian aims to complete 102 laps of her local park before her 102nd birthday in September;
China signals a complete ban on the eating of dog meat ahead of notorious Yulin festival with new rules to classify dogs as 'companion animals'
China has hinted that it could ban dog meat from the dinner table after approving a proposed directive to classify dogs as companion animals instead of farm animals officially.
Coronavirus: Pubs with beer gardens likely to be the first hospitality venues to reopen
The government said pubs would not be able to reopen until 4 July at the earliest because of the difficulties of socially distancing
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister sanctions funds for protection of bug-hit tapioca, launches development projects
Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami, in a statement issued on Friday, said he had sanctioned a sum of ₹54.46 lakh to protect tapioca crops
Cricket Australia says 'very high risk' of T20 World Cup being postponed, bracing up for losses
The ICC has deferred a decision on the event till June 10, saying it wants to continue exploring contingency plans for some more time.
Taking urgent steps for cremation of COVID-19 deceased, Delhi govt tells HC
The AAP government informed the Delhi High Court on Friday that it was taking urgent steps, including extending the timings of crematoriums, to tackle the issue of cremating those who have died due to
Wipro appoints Thierry Delaporte as CEO & Managing Director
Wipro has appointed Thierry Delaporte as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of the company, effective July 6 this year.Current CEO and MD Abidali Neemuchwala will relinquish his positio
UK, US, Australia and Canada scold China over Hong Kong law
LONDON (Reuters) - The United Kingdom, the United States, Australia and Canada criticised China on Thursday for imposing a new security law on Hong Kong that they said would breach the 1984 Sino-British agreement on the former colony and threaten its freedoms.
Canada’s Huawei extradition ruling could unleash Chinese backlash
A Canadian court ruling that could permit the extradition of a senior Huawei Technologies executive to the US leaves Canada vulnerable to further retaliation from Beijing, analysts said.
Shrewsbury's Lets Rock festival postponed
A 1980s Shropshire festival planned for summer has been rescheduled until 2021.
Lockdown in India: Seriously ill, pregnant women must avoid train travel
Piyush Goyal tweeted, "I appeal to people suffering from serious ailments, pregnant women & those above 65 years & below 10 years of age to travel only when necessary
Nottingham Forest's greatest ever player on his 'love' for the Reds, the fans and the Miracle Men
'I wouldn’t be sitting here talking to you if it hadn’t been for them'
Iran says it will continue nuclear work despite US sanctions
Iran said Friday its experts would continue nuclear development activities, despite sanctions imposed earlier this week on their fellow scientists by the United States. State TV cited a statement from the country’s nuclear department saying the U.S. decision to impose sanctions on two Iranian nuclear
Germany stresses dialogue with China key when asked about possibility of sanctions
BERLIN (Reuters) - German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said on Friday that the best way to influence China on the Hong Kong dispute was for the European Union to stand united in its response and to maintain dialogue with Beijing.
Video: BMW X5 gets huge grille treatment in new rendering
The Sketch Monkey published a video with various kidney grilles for possible front fascia designs for the BMW X5
‘One Sun One World One Grid’: India initiates talks on West to SE Asia solar grid
The idea is to utilise solar power when the sun is not shining in other parts of the world by building a common transmission system.
Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged
President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally dubious act of political revenge.
Sherpa Van success was a golden day for Wolves
The Sherpa Van Trophy, to the majority of football fans, is not looked back upon as all too special a competition.
What is the NHS Test and Trace system and how does it work?
The NHS Test and Trace system, a scheme that will help people with Covid-19 to track down those they have come into contact with, has been officially launched. At the daily coronavirus press
Community sports roundup: MP alum earns big academic honor
Olivia Lee’s work at EvCC is recognized; the Snohomish Soccer Dome closes its doors for good.
Testing times: NHS Tayside scrambles to find contact tracers
NHS Tayside chiefs have been forced into a last minute scramble to redeploy staff to ensure they can roll out the Scottish Government’s test and protect strategy.
Plans submitted for futuristic Perth West project which could boost economy by £65m a year and create 2,000+ jobs
Developers have submitted plans for the innovative Perth West eco-project, which is expected to bring in over £65 million a year to the Perthshire economy and generate over 2,000 jobs.
Commentary: Twitter struck fair balance between liberty, fact
Twitter did not remove President Trump’s tweet. Its small label informed people how to ‘get the facts.’
No cash can repay the debt from this base politics
No cash can repay the debt from this base politics.
Lisa Kudrow's 'Space Force' Character Will Remind You Of Phoebe Buffay
Light spoilers for Space Force Season 1 ahead. Steve Carell may be the heart and soul of his new Netflix series with The Office creator Greg Daniels, but Lisa Kudrow’s Space Force character Maggie Naird adds an unexpected level of mystery to the…
Novavax to buy Serum Institute plant to produce 1 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses
While experts have predicted that a shot will likely take 12-18 months to develop, vaccines are seen by world leaders as the only real way to restart their stalled economies after months of sweeping lockdown
Covid-19 update: 9 additional deaths recorded as confirmed cases rise to 24,841
A further nine people have died after contracting Covid-19 according to figures released by the Health Protection Surveillance Centre on Thursday. There have now been a total 1,639 Covid-19 relat...
Australian Court Ruling Grants Access to Queen's Correspondence Written Before Whitlam Dismissal
On 11 November 1975, Governor-General of Australia John Kerr sacked Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, arguing that he had failed to get parliament to approve a national...
US-China tension to push Asian shares lower in choppy trade
Asian shares were set to dip in choppy trade on Friday as worries about worsening U.S.-China ties offset the fillip from hopes massive government ...
‘Are we animals?’: Patients in UP Covid-19 hospital protest against lack of water, food
The incident took place at the L1 category hospital in the state’s Kotwa Bani area after authorities reportedly failed to restore water supply.
How Maharashtra coped with COVID-19 in May
At the month of May, the COVID-19 outbreak only accelerated further in the state of Maharashtra.
India poised to play first overseas D/N Test at Adelaide Oval
The BCCI has agreed to tour Australia for the Test series, but with the Covid-19 pandemic providing the backdrop, the Indian board will go by the Government of India’s directive with regards to foreign travel.
Lions leave zookeeper, 35, fighting for life after brutally mauling her inside their enclosure
A ZOOKEEPER is fighting for her life after being bitten multiple times by two lions in an “extremely vicious” attack at a zoo in New South Wales, Australia. Two ambulance crews and a specialist med…
Investigators find Rs 3 crore in wreckage of crashed Pakistan aircraft
Investigators and rescue officials have found around Rs 3 crore in cash in the wreckage of the Pakistan International Airlines' aircraft that crashed wth 99 people on board, killing 97 people,
French carmaker Renault announces 15,000 job cuts worldwide
Renault, the French carmaker announces its cost-cutting plan of over three years. Renault will have 15,000 job cuts worldwide
This Man At a Quarantine Centre in Bihar’s Buxar Eats 40 Chapatis, 10 Plates of Rice Daily
Due to his large diet, a shortage of food grains and other food supplies was reported following which administrative officials paid a visit to the centre.
Police kill 2 kidnappers, arrest 6 bandits, recover 130 cows in Katsina
Katsina Police have reported they killed two suspected kidnappers, arrested six notorious bandits and recovered 130 rustled cows.
EXCLUSIVE: Harrowing video shows sick Iranians collapsing in the street as activists allege Iran's coronavirus pandemic started in Chinese embassy a month BEFORE its first official case
EXCLUSIVE: Leaked ambulance service records show three Iranian employees of the Chinese embassy went to hospital on January 28 with covid-19 symptoms, a month before first official case.
East Point hunt for Howden Selleck's legacy on Australian Rules
How did Howden Selleck's death 100 years ago impact the game we know today?
Burundi's First Lady airlifted to Nairobi after contracting Covid-19
VIP infected with Coronavirus
David Luiz’s future was sealed the moment he left Chelsea
David Luiz's career was always going to spiral downhill after he forced a move from Chelsea to Arsenal. The Gunners' choice to not renew his contract is an...
Shock after all 87 legal beaver killings in Scotland last year take place in Tayside
All 87 beavers shot legally in Scotland last year were killed in Tayside.
Japan Netflix star's death sparks calls for cyberbullying rules
The death of a young Japanese reality TV star targeted by online abuse has sparked an outpouring of grief in the country and calls for stronger measures to tackle cyberbullying.
PSA Forum returns on June 2
The two-part, Tuesday session will have two of the country’s top sports officials in Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William ‘Butch’ Ramirez and Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) President Abraham ‘Bambol’ Tolentino taking their turn discussing the current and future state of Philippine sports amid the global pandemic.
SPIC MACAY’s Anubhav goes online from June 1
About 100 renowned artistes and 15,000 children from India and abroad are expected to participate in the annual convention
PUDR sees ‘malafide intentions’ in NIA taking Navlakha to Mumbai
NIA’s actions had rendered his bail application in Delhi meaningless, it says
Body of Kanna Lakshminarayana's daughter-in-law handed over to family after post-mortem
The body of Andhra Pradesh BJP chief Kanna Lakshminarayana's daughter-in-law was handed over to the family after post-mortem.
No cash can repay the debt from this base politics
No cash can repay the debt from this base politics.
Xiaomi is launching a brand new variant of its laptop targeted at India
The laptop that Xiaomi is set to launch in India isn't a part of the current Mi Notebook portfolio. The Chinese manufacturer will instead launch a customized variant targeted at the Indian market.
China rejects Trump's mediation offer to resolve border dispute with India, says both countries capable
The Chinese foreign ministry has said the two countries are capable of solving the issue through dialogue. China has rejected Trump’s mediation offer.
China rejects Trump's offer to mediate in border standoff with India
India News: hina on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border standoff, saying the two coun
Consultant report argument against City of Snohomish rezone
The City of Snohomish planning director has released a project update on the city’s newly created Midtown Planning District. (See pages 69 and 70 of the June 3 Planning Commission meeting’s agenda).
Sanwo-olu promises Lagosians affordable houses
Lagos State Governor Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu on Thursday promised that his administration will build affordable and accessible houses for Lagosians.
Who is Wipro’s new MD and CEO?
Wipro’s new MD and CEO Thierry Delaporte: Wipro named Thierry Delaporte as its new chief executive officer (CEO) and managing director (MD). He will be replacing Abidali Neemuchwala who relinquishes his position on June 1.
Nifty 50 June Futures (9,404)
The Indian benchmark indices i.e. the Nifty spot and the Sensex spot indices are trading with a downward bias. The Nifty spot is down by 0.2 per cent whereas the Sensex spot is down by 0.4 per cent. A
Gautam Gambhir’s father’s SUV stolen from outside his home, probe underway
Police said Deepak Gambhir's vehicle, a Toyota Fortuner, was parked in front of his residence at around 3.30 pm on Wednesday but was found missing on Thursday morning.
N30m fraud: Why we granted Bobrisky bail – Police
Oluwatosin Omojuyigbe The Nigeria Police Force says it granted cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, bail because it is “mindful of the people” it takes into custody. For...
Big B sponsors 10 buses for UP migrants
Moved by the plight of stranded migrants, Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has come forward to contribute his mite to their cause.
Derby County and their Championship rivals offered option over '£200,000 bill'
A total of 1,030 players and club staff were tested over three days
Lady Gaga Reveals ‘Everyone Freaked Out’ After She Wore Priceless Jewels To Taco Bell After The Oscars
Lady Gaga accidentally left the Oscars wearing priceless jewels. The singer appears on Friday's "Graham Norton Show", where she tells the host how she'd been drinking a lot of champagne before first heading to Madonna's house and then to Taco Bell after the ceremony, all while wearing the Tiffany diamond. She says of last year's…
Panchkula CMO asks RWAs to report travellers coming in
The move has been taken to “track incoming people and keep them under radar especially returning from high risk areas,” said the CMO.
Murder of RJD leader’s family: Police stall march to Gopalgunj
J.P. Yadav was injured and his parents and younger brother were killed when bike-borne men fired indiscriminately on the leader at his house on May 24
Solar probe to pass through comet's tail for 'bonus science'
The European Space Agency says its Solar Orbiter will unexpectedly pass through the tail of a comet in the coming days.
‘People are fascinated because I am a girl’: 15-year-old who cycled 1,200 km from Delhi to Bihar
A video of Jyoti Kumari bicycling with her injured father amid the lockdown made headlines last week.
Supreme Court orders states to foot the bill for guest workers' travel
Plus, their food and shelter while they wait for their train or bus are the states' responsibility
UFC star Jon Jones blasts Dana White over Francis Ngannou 'bulls*t' lies
Jones was not happy with the UFC president!
Former pub set to become flats
A former pub in Shrewsbury is to be turned into seven flats and have six houses built in its car park under plans approved by Shropshire Council.
Andy Murray to return to action on June 23rd
Three-time Grand Slam winner will feature in charity event organised by brother Jamie
Now US president informs about mood of our PM, India truly at global stage: Prashant Kishor
Not just Kishor but many from the opposition including senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi have demanded transparency regarding the ongoing border tension between India and China.
Kaspersky CEO: Cyberattacks on hospitals during COVID-19 considered terrorist attacks
As the world reels from the COVID-19 global pandemic, the virtual world is also susceptible to cyberattacks during the time of crisis. In fact, cybersecurity researchers over at Kaspersky have previously discovered that malicious parties have taken advantage of the current situation with a host of scams and malware attacks on unsuspecting parties.
The rugby morning headlines as WRU chairman open to moving start of the Six Nations
The breaking news and rugby stories from Wales and beyond on Friday, May 29
Australian zoo worker mauled in ‘harrowing’ attack by lions
35-year-old airlifted to hospital in a critical but stable condition
After fact-check, Twitter flags Donald Trump’s tweet for ‘glorifying violence’
Twitter has restricted users from liking, commenting or retweeting President Donald Trump's tweet, except for a quoted retweet.
National cabinet launches ambitious federation reform agenda
Federation reform has been overhauled and a new council tasked with removing duplication and overlap will report to the national cabinet each month.
COVID-19: Banks to open again in Saudi Arabia
Financial facilities to comply with health precautions
Poised for leap before pandemic, women's cricket limps into future
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Women’s cricket appeared poised for a great leap forward when Australia beat India in the Twenty20 World Cup final in front of a record 86,174 crowd at Melbourne Cricket Ground in March.
Midas: Additional PDLs released
COURT Administrator Jose Midas Marquez yesterday disclosed that an additional 4,167 persons deprived of liberty have been released from prison amid the coronavirus outbreak in the country.
Covid-19 infections rise dramatically in France
Fatalities continue to drop but dramatic rise in cases presents possibility of second wave
Coronavirus: Sixth of Tayside care homes still closed to admissions as infection rates fall
Around a sixth of Tayside care homes are closed to new admissions as hard-pressed staff continue to battle the pandemic.
Teen decapitated by dad in 'honour killing' after eloping with older man
She ran away with a man 15 years her senior, local media reported.
In Johor, 10 Bersatu divisions claim to support sacking of Dr Mahathir and co
JOHOR BARU, May 29 — A total of 10 out of 26 Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) divisions in Johor claim to support the dismissal of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and four other leaders. Johor Bersatu deputy chief Senator Md Nasir Hashim said that the matter has the support of 10 of the state’s...
Everyone must play their part in test and trace, says Suffolk public health chief
Public health chiefs in Suffolk say they want to support communities to ensure as many people as possible are involved in the new ‘test and trace’ drive.
East Midlands transport boss 90 to 100 percent confident initial tram extension phase will get green light
He was speaking today at the launch of the £2.7 billion project
China approves plan to impose Hong Kong security law
China's parliament approved plans Thursday to impose a security law on Hong Kong that has ratcheted up tensions with the US and sparked new protests over fears the city is losing its special
Man United’s pursuit of £44m target has left Real Madrid in fear of another Erling Haaland situation
Man United's pursuit of £44m target has left Real Madrid in fear of another Erling Haaland situation
UN Human Rights Chief Urges 'serious Action' To Halt US Police Killings Of Unarmed African Americans
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet on Thursday condemned the killing of George Floyd, an African American man whose death in police custody on Monday was captured on video and has led to serious ongoing protests in Minneapolis.
India wants environment of trust before talks with Nepal
This is a continuous process and requires constructive and positive efforts, Anurag Srivastava, spokesperson, MEA said. India believes that there has been no lack of engagement between the two countries, he also said.
Pag-IBIG Fund sets P10B construction fund to build more homes, boost economy
Pag-IBIG Fund has increased to P10 billion its home construction fund in a bid to encourage production of housing units for its members and help boost the national economy. “We have alloc
Another $650M in COVID-19 aid bound for Indigenous communities, minister says
Federal Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller says the federal government will spend another $650 million to help Indigenous communities cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minneapolis officer charged with George Floyd’s death as protests flare
The police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday and charged with murder in a case that sparked protests across the United States and violence in Minneapolis.
Adesina: Nigeria would have been history without Buhari
The Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, has stated the nation would have long been forgotten...
Another $650M in COVID-19 aid bound for Indigenous communities, Miller says
Federal Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller says the federal government will spend another $650 million to help Indigenous communities cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Trump officials consider defying Congress to sell more weapons to Saudi Arabia
The Trump administration is moving to sell another cache of munitions to Saudi Arabia, according to lawmakers and congressional aides, a step that would again defy Congress and ignore the objections of lawmakers in both parties about Riyadh’s human rights record.
Chrome moves to automatically block abusive notification requests
You won't have to endure annoying notification popups from random sites when using Chrome for much longer. Google is limiting them in the next update.
Coronavirus: How government plan will test and protect Tayside
Health chiefs have been sharing how the Scottish Government’s test and protect strategy will work in Tayside.
Shocking moment man smashes into car windscreen after he runs into the road clutching a beer bottle and is knocked off his feet
A driver in Moscow got a fright when a man ran into the road and smashed into their car. The man flew off the bonnet and his beer went flying, before he dashed off, leaving a huge crash in the windscreen.
Medical certificate required to reenter S. Korea from June
From June, foreign residents of South Korea have to provide a medical certificate showing they do not have symptoms of COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus, to reenter the country. The ministry said the new disease control policy applies to people leaving the country after June, including long-term residency permit holders. The certificate has to be issued within the...
Federations To Receive Kshs20 Million COVID-19 Support Fund From Caf
Caf has approved Kshs 1.1billion Coronavirus pandemic support fund to be distributed to its member associations.Each of the 54 members of Caf, the Africa's football body, including the Football Ke
Migrant crisis: Patna HC takes note of video of child trying to wake dead mother, calls it shocking
The court asked whether the postmortem was conducted and the cause of death ascertained.
Women’s Tour to go virtual after coronavirus forces race cancellation
Organisers will fill the void with three virtual stages between June 17 and 19 using the RGT Cycling virtual platform.
BJP MP Gautam Gambhir’s father’s SUV stolen amid lockdown in Delhi
Former Indian opener and Member of Parliament (MP) from East Delhi, Gautam Gambhir, became the latest victim of theft amid the coronavirus enforced lockdown
Odisha supercyclone and Amphan: Nights of the storm
Cyclone Amphan revives dark memories of a violent cyclone that battered Odisha a little more than 20 years ago
Chelsea learn transfer fee for Porto's Jesus Corona as agent confirms talks
The Blues are keen on Jadon Sancho but with his £100million-plus price tag and Manchester United's interest, have also been surveying other, more cost-effective targets
Rohit Sharma was stand-out performer for Deccan Chargers in 2008, recalls VVS Laxman
VVS Laxman has recalled that it was Rohit Sharma, who was the standout performer for the Deccan Chargers in the 2008 edition of the IPL, where they finished last. Laxman also reckoned that the youngster’s way of handling pressure in tough situations was what made him a successful captain.
Railways’ treatment of migrants ‘barbarism’, state failed to protect poor: NHRC
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the chairman of the Railway Board, Union Home Secretary and chief secretaries of Bihar and Gujarat on steps taken to ensure basic facilities to migrants.
VinFast’s first EV seen testing – November 2020 debut
It was previously reported that VinFast has plans to export electric vehicles to the United States in 2021, and we’re finally getting our first look at
Migrants To Get Cash In Hand, Government Has Not Ruled Out Poor: Sources
Government has not ruled out cash transfer to the poor or migrant workers and said it will look at giving cash handouts as the situation evolves.
Disney World Plans for a July Reopening, Despite the Still-Ongoing Pandemic
What could possibly go wrong?
Golfers ‘champing at the bit’ to swing back into action on Fife courses
Golfers whose favourite pastime has been bunkered for the past few weeks are expected to swing into action on Friday.
K'taka govt notifies ordinance, BDA to legalise unauthorised constructions in Bengaluru
The BDA will levy a penal fee in return for regularisation. These are plots either owned by residents themselves or bought from someone after the BDA notified them for acquisition during the formation of layouts.
‘Instead of bashing me, thank me’ – Teen who filmed George Floyd’s death hits out at critics
Darnella Frazier, the 17-year-old who filmed George Floyd’s death in the hands of Minneapolis cops has hit out at people saying she should have done more.
Giant 40ft whale washes up on Essex beach as mission launched to move body
A 40ft whale has washed up on Clacton beach in Essex, with police and other organisations including Big Blue Ocean Cleanup now working out how to move the dead animal
Joe Biden Eyes Gradual Return to the Campaign Trail
Joe Biden’s emergence from his house on Memorial Day was a test run for for his return to the traditional campaigning that he thrives on -- minus the handshakes, hugs and backslapping -- as virus lockdowns ease around the country.
China public security ministry pledges to 'direct and support' HK police
SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China’s public security ministry pledged to “direct and support” the Hong Kong police force after China’s parliament approved a decision to impose a national security law on the semi-autonomous territory, highlighting Beijing’s intention to take a more hands-on law-enforcement role in the city.
Yellow Lanes no more, buses to stay on left side of EDSA
Don’t be surprised to see public utility buses on the left-most lanes of EDSA once they’re allowed to resume operations
World shares fall as Hong Kong, U.S.-China tensions weigh
Shares fell Friday in Europe and Asia as investors awaited a news conference about China by President Donald Trump later in the day.
Five years of PMB: We're glad he came our way, by Adesina
Who are the ‘we?’ Speak for yourself only, some cynics would say on merely seeing the headline of this piece.They would add: “You can talk because...
UN chief calls for attention to nuclear, cyberspace security
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that attention should be given to increasing risk of nuclear proliferation and the lawlessness of cyberspace, while the international community has been fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
With 2,598 New Cases, Maharashtra’s Covid-19 Count Increases To 59,546
The number of active cases in the state has also increased to 38,939.
P1.3M shabu seized from Nigerian, 3 Pinoys in Bacoor
CALABARZON policemen yesterday arrested a Nigerian national and his three Filipino cohorts after they conspired to sell an estimated P1.3 million worth of shabu to an undercover officer in Bacoor City, Cavite, Police Regional Office 4-A director, Brigadier General Vicente D. Danao Jr. said.
Bills promote bicycle use
Velasco pointed out that with the limited availability of mass transport system even in areas under the general community quarantine, it becomes a “new normal” for commuters to use bicycles as a primary mode of transportation.
South Korea seeks to import anti-viral remdesivir as new virus cases emerge
Coronavirus total cases is 11,402 with 269 deaths
International Update: Global Covid-19 infections exceed 5.8 million – more than 100,000 covid deaths in US
29 May Global: The number of people infected by Covid-19 has exceeded 5.8 million, according to data compiled by Johns...Read More...
COVID-19: 325 Chinese nationals evacuated from Nigeria
325 Chinese Nationals have been evacuated from Nigeria in a plane headed for Shanghai, due to the lingering Coronavirus pandemic. China has evacuated 325 of its citizens from Nigeria via an Air Peace flight that was
'I was close' - Wolves favourite reveals he was denied Aston Villa transfer
The Republic of Ireland joined Wolves in the summer 0f 2009, but he has admitted he could have moved to the Midlands a year earlier
Man booked for posting currency note on Facebook with Godse’s image over Gandhi’s
Police say he has been absconding since the incident
Indian Motorcycle files trademark for two new names
Indian Motorcycle has filed trademarks for two new potential models: Indian Pursuit and Indian Guardian. Click here for more details.
Stocks slip as investors await Trump's Hong Kong response
LONDON — Global stock markets fell and safe havens such as bonds and the Japanese yen gained on Friday, as investors awaited Washington’s response to China tightening control over the city of Hong Kong.
No cash can repay the debt from this base politics
No cash can repay the debt from this base politics.
Trump’s Twitter spat puts social media firms on collision course with Europe
The EU and the US take different stances on how Facebook, Twitter and Google should police online content.
Juventus 'eyeing Philippe Coutinho transfer' after missing out on Barcelona star
Philippe Coutinho has spent the season at Bayern Munich but they do not want to purchase the Brazilian giving Juventus a chance to potentially swoop in
J&K: Brother of Hizb-ul militant, whose car was used for foiled Pulwama-like attack, detained from Shopian
The suspect is said to be the brother of Hizb-ul Mujahideen militant Hidayatullah Malik whose explosive-laden car was detained on Thursday after it was intercepted in Rajpora.
US government weighs in against trans girls competing on girls' teams
Allowing transgender girls to compete in girls' sports leagues is illegal and could mean schools allowing the practice lose federal funding, the US Education Department ruled in a letter made public on Thursday.
President Buhari pleads debt cancellation for African countries
President Muhammadu Buhari has pleaded with financial institutions and developed countries to cancel the debts of needy countries, especially those in Africa.
US to announce 'certain decisions' on China on May 29: Donald Trump
Led by the US, several countries in the world have blamed China for the spread of coronavirus and its failure to provide timely information about the disease.
Asia shares fall as U.S.-China tensions douse rally on Wall St
Shares fell Friday in Asia as investors awaited a news conference about China by President Donald Trump later in the day.
WB students might attend classes on alternate days after reopening: Education Minister
The state-run schools are scheduled to open from June 30, according to Indian Express.
The eagle has been landed on! Cheeky black drongo bird appears to touch down on the back of a flying eagle owl
This is the moment a black drongo appears to touch down on the back of an Indian eagle owl. The birds fly mere inches away from each other before the drongo prepares for landing.
Stunning cottage at Bretby Hall is on the market
It is in the grounds of the former home of fifth Earl of Carnarvon of Tutankhamun
‘Strive for more’ – Man United target told to be more ambitious by current team-mate
'Strive for more' - Man United target told to be more ambitious by current team-mate
Use of public transport likely to reduce for 6 months post-lockdown: CSE survey
The CSE's perception survey on changing commuting choices post-pandemic included over 400 middle and high-income groups in Delhi and surrounding NCR cities.The first results show public mood is changing.
Supreme Court to clarify police entrapment issues in drug-dealing cases
OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada is slated to spell out what amounts to police entrapment today when it rules on a pair of drug cases.
The Empire Strikes Back: Twitter Flags Trump's Tweet on Minneapolis for ‘Glorifying Violence’
On Thursday evening, Donald Trump signed an executive order that could open the door for federal regulators to fine online platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook, and...
Covid-19: SA deaths rise to 577, National Health Laboratory Service employee dies
A total of 27 403 new positive Covid-19 cases and 25 additional deaths have been recorded in South Africa, according to Minister of Health Zweli Mkhize.
Listen to Korn’s acoustic reworking of Can You Hear Me?
Korn release a new take on their track Can You Hear Me? - as band reschedule European tour dates
Tokyo nears phase two of virus recovery plan as Osaka to fully reopen
As business-minded Osaka prepares to go full bore with Tokyo trailing close behind, infections continue to fluctuate in the capital.
IMD sees heavy rain for Kerala, Lakshadweep until Sunday
Monsoon is here all but in name, says Skymet Weather
European stocks fall on rising U.S.-China tensions
European stocks fell Friday, with investors ahead of a press conference by President Donald Trump over China, amid rising tensions between the countries,...
South Korea seeks to import anti-viral remdesivir as new coronavirus cases emerge
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korean health authorities said on Friday they would request imports of Gilead Sciences Inc’s anti-viral drug remdesivir to treat COVID-19, as new outbreaks of the disease flare as social distancing restrictions are eased.
What China's tougher national security regime could mean for Hong Kong
China's parliament has approved a decision to go forward with national security legislation on Hong Kong to tackle secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign interference in a city roiled by
How important is Hong Kong to China as a free finance hub?
While China has reformed its markets over the years, over 60% of foreign direct investment (FDI) into and out of China continued to be channeled through Hong Kong as of 2018, according to Morgan Stanley.
NSA: Russian Hackers are Hacking Major Email Servers
NSA says Russian Hackers are Hacking Major Email Servers. It has published a security warning about the exploit after Russians were caught.
Apple allegedly abusing competition over tracking accessories, says Tile
Accessory maker Tile has written a letter to the EU claiming Apple is unfairly favoring its own products.
Apology for arrest of reporter
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz apologized to CNN, saying he takes total responsibility for the arrest of one of the network's crews Friday as they reported on violent protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd.
Football mentor has hands full during virus lockdown
Fitness coach and mentor Wayne Richardson has had his hands full dealing with footballers' mental health issues in a period of unprecedented uncertainty during the coronavirus lockdown.
Twitter now calls out US President Donald Trump for glorifying violence, restricts his tweet
Just days after it fact-checked one of the tweets made by US President Donald Trump, Twitter has now called out another of his tweet for glorifying violence and has hidden it behind a public notice.
Alberta to distribute 20 million face masks at A&W, McDonald's and Tim Hortons drive-thrus
The Province of Alberta will begin distributing non-medical face masks at A&W, McDonald's and Tim Hortons drive-thrus across the province in early June, Health Minister Tyler Shandro announced Friday.
Nikkei dented by US-China tensions, but scores best month since 2015
Japanese stocks retreated from three-month highs on Friday as escalating US-China tensions over Hong Kong prompted investors to lock in profits, but easing coronavirus restrictions helped Nikkei mark
New Zealand close to virus eradication despite grim global figures
The US economy is also showing signs of deep and long-lasting damage despite some businesses reopening.
BBC Radio 1 to celebrate 25 years of broadcasting from Ibiza
The programmes will air from July 31 to August 1.
Barrow journalist hounded out of Cumbria for reporting court case
Amid a storm of rumours about grooming gangs, Amy Fenton receives scores of threats
Canada’s economy saw record decline in March, with worse numbers forecast for April
Statistics Canada says GDP fell 7.2 per cent in March; the agency is forecasting a decline of 11 per cent in April as COVID-19 lockdowns took hold
White House hits back after Twitter cracks down on Trump's Minneapolis tweet, reposts censored message
The White House on Friday pushed back against Twitter after the social media giant censored a tweet by President Trump demanding action against rioters in Minneapolis -- claiming the tweet was “glorifying violence.”
After flak over Shramik, Rlys says only 71 out of 3,840 trains diverted
Over the past few days, at least nine people lost their lives in different Shramik trains, for which the reasons were allegedly lack of supply of food and water
Final year college exams: HRD Minister’s big statement amid lockdown 5 reports
Final year college exams: Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank has sought to clear some confusion concerning final year exams in colleges.
‘You’re going to die, it’s a trap’ – Julius Malema slams South Africa’s decision to open churches
Julius Malema on Thursday harshly criticized the decision of the South African government to reopen religious institutions,
Sino-India border standoff: Chinese Foreign Ministry rejects US offer, says 'don't need third-party intervention'
Reacting for the first time to the US president's offer, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said, the two countries did not want the 'intervention' from a third party.
Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says
BEIJING (Reuters) - China will attack Taiwan if there is no other way of stopping it from becoming independent, one of the country’s most senior generals said on Friday, in a rhetorical escalation from China aimed at the democratic island Beijing claims as its own.
Police free CNN reporter arrested live on TV covering Minneapolis
WASHINGTON, May 29 — Police in Minneapolis released a CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early this morning during violent protests in the city. Officers gave no explanation as they escorted reporter Omar Jimenez away. He had just...
Jarring Video Shows Grandmother Intervening After Texas Cops Pulled Guns on Man Who Allegedly Ran Stop Sign
There's controversy in Midland, Texas after police pulled guns on a man who allegedly ran a stop sign on May 16, and drove to his grandmother's home instead of stopping for cops. Tye Anders, 21, was charged with evading arrest after police said he continued to drive when they pursued him, according to Marfa Public Radio.
That's how China is spamming social media globally
A New York-based intelligence firm, Graphika, has recently published a report suggesting how Beijing might be using YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter to influence public opinion across the world on the topics sensitive to the Chinese establishment.
Schools to remain closed after June 1 Sindh
Ghani says govt cannot take risk of reopening educational institutions at this point
Lockdown breach fines plummet as restrictions ease
Just 841 have been handed out by forces in England since rules relaxed.
Birmingham City learn important update from EFL over St Andrew's fixtures
Birmingham City returned to training at their Wast Hills complex earlier this week
We thought too big, Renault says as it axes 15,000 jobs in cost-cutting reboot
PARIS, May 29 — Renault acknowledged that its global ambitions had been unrealistic, announcing plans to cut about 15,000 jobs, shrink production and restructure French plants as it pressed the reset button and sought to banish the spectre of Carlos Ghosn. Faced with a slump in demand that has...
Walsall Council receive EA funding to reduce town centre flood risk
A grant of £175,000 has been given to a council to replace a culvert and reduce the risk of businesses nearby flooding.
Private hospitals ‘takeover’ by State will not be extended past June
Deal came under fire over its cost and the lack of use of much private hospital capacity
India coronavirus death toll passes China's
India's coronavirus death toll passed neighboring China's on Friday, with 175 new fatalities in 24 hours taking the total to 4,706, according to official data.
OpenSSH to remove SHA-1 as cracking cost drops
Start the switch to better algorithms.
Donald Trump repeats claims he is being unfairly targeted by social media sites
The US president continued his attacks on platforms such as Twitter on Friday.
F&O: Nifty50 structure looks bullish; supports shift higher
Going forward, Nifty will face resistance at 9,730 and then 9,889 levels.
Emerging from coronavirus pandemic: Here’s a breakdown of where Europe’s football leagues stand
With Italy’s Serie A setting a date for its return and the English Premier League agreed on when to resume, European football is bracing for a full summer.
Everton's Jean-Philippe Gbamin ruled out for further six months
The 24-year-old has only managed two matches for Everton following his move from Mainz in August 2019.
PM’s aide fears increase in Covid-19 cases, deaths in coming days
Dr Zafar Mirza urges people not to let their guard down against the novel coronavirus
Google Messages RCS support appears to be rolling out in India
Google Messages is continuing its rollout of RCS chat across the globe, and now it appears that users in India are getting access.
Lockdown breach fines plummet as restrictions ease
Just 841 have been handed out by forces in England since rules relaxed.
Maharashtra to soon announce economic package to tide over virus crisis: Ajit Pawar
'In a nutshell, we are facing an economic crisis and we want to find a way out,' said Pawar.He also said that although the Centre recently announced an economic package, there were still differences of opinion on how much money will be given to the people
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Monkeys attack lab assistant in India and steal coronavirus blood samples
A gang of monkeys attacked an Indian lab assistant and fled the scene with some coronavirus blood samples.
India-China LAC face-off: Should the US interfere in this matter? No, says an expert
If the borders are well-demarcated, the two countries will have military tension-free relations and such situations will not arise as we are presently witnessing in Ladakh.
Police detain 25 people in Russia for protesting journalist’s arrest
Moscow has banned ‘mass public events’ to curb the spread of the coronavirus
HC declines to stay VACB probe
50 acres of farmland purchase by Jacob Thomas in Tamil Nadu
iPhone SE 2 or iPhone XR? SE 2 is $399 but now Apple's refurbished XR costs just $100 more | ZDNet
Apple's new iPhone SE with 4.7-inch screen starts at $399 but a refurbished iPhone XR with 6.1-inch screen is $499.
Shropshire shark boy cycles 26 miles for the NHS
A Shropshire teen cycled around his village 24 times dressed as a shark to support the NHS.
Edo 2020: Ize-Iyamu is yet to meet conditions for waiver granted - APC chairmen
The consensus candidature of Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu may have hit a brick wall as APC chairmen in Edo said he did not meet the conditions for a waiver granted.
Cross River takes a swipe on FG over COVID-19, we should be your pride, not your shame
Cross River state government has taken swipe on the federal government accusing it of not showing concern to the state as regards the coronavirus pandemic also known as COVID-19.
Mobile banking service for US immigrants launches
Welcome Technologies, an outfit that works to support immigrants to the US, has joined forces with Green Dot on a digital banking product.
Sanitation and cleanliness on top of new age mobility firms' agenda
Firms that provide urban commuting warm up to new realities as lockdown relaxes
Pilot breaches lockdown rules by flying to closed RAF airbase ‘to go to beach’
The RAF confirmed the civilian pilot landed at RAF Valley on a closed airfield without permission.
Challenges awaiting private schools after reopening
Whenever the Federal Government reopens schools for physical classes, some challenges are bound to confront private schools...
Act fast: The $200 Nintendo Switch Lite is back in stock at Amazon
The Nintendo Switch has been impossible to find in recent much, but the mobile-only Nintendo Switch Lite is now in stock at Amazon, albeit in limited colors.
5G and 6G: What Problems Should Solve Huawei To Continue Leading?
Though Huawei is a leader in the world and in China especially in terms of 5G, it has started pre-research of 6G as well.
‘Punjab seed scam’: PAU denies providing ‘source seed’ to any pvt company, sold TL seed to farmers only
Punjab paddy seed scam: Speaking to The Indian Express, Tarsem Singh Dhillon, director (seeds), PAU said this was the first year that the varsity had sold ‘Truthfully Labelled’ (TL) seeds of two new paddy varieties — PR 128 and PR 129 — to farmers only.
C4's 'Hitched At Home' Is Here To Prove Lockdown Love Is Real
Since the beginning of lockdown, the world of television has been tasked with keeping audiences gripped. Some have done this using innovative, and of course safe methods of creating new content. One show to embrace our new socially-distanced way of…
Expert: No police academy teaches officers to put knees on necks
Police around the nation and law enforcement experts broadly condemned the way George Floyd, who died in Minneapolis police custody, was restrained by an officer who dug his knee into the man's neck, saying no circumstances warrant such a technique
'Support the lesser privileged': Yuvraj Singh urges countrymen to 'show humanity' during COVID-19 lockdown
Yuvraj Singh urges countrymen to 'show humanity' during COVID-19 lockdown
Enormous pod of dolphins frolic in sea 'thanks to coronavirus lockdown'
The animals can be seen jumping out of the water around a fisherman's boat as he worked in the Cacaluta Bay, in Huatulco, Mexico
FG says other diseases are killing Nigerians more than COVID-19
The federal government has disclosed that many Nigerians are dying of diseases more than COVID-19. Boss Mustapha, the COVID-19 task force made the disclosure.
Ponmagal Vandhal Movie Review: Jyotika Starrer Is Strong In Acting Department But Equally Weak In Writing
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Crisis-hit Wall Street checks in to Zandi's 'impairment studio'
NEW YORK (Reuters) - When Wall Street doesn’t know where the world economy is heading, it books a session at Mark Zandi’s “impairment studio”.
Neymar: Ex-Barcelona President Rosell claims Brazilian star is world's 2nd best player
Former Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has stated that Brazilian star Neymar is the best footballer in the world after Lionel Messi, adding that PSG star is b
Broadband Britain – A Decades-Old Joke
Broadband Britain has always been a bit of a joke. Nearly 20 years ago Hermann Hauser tore the government off a strip for its tardiness in rolling out broadband and and things are no better today.
Former Chhattisgarh chief minister Ajit Jogi passes away at 74
Earlier in the day, the former CM suffered two cardiac arrests followed by which doctors termed his health as extremely critical.
Fed agencies cop mass fail in core systems cyber review
Just one agency gets 'essential eight' tick for financial, HR systems.
With 'Main Street' in view, Fed weighs risks of job, productivity shocks
U.S. Federal Reserve officials have talked broadly about helping households and firms through the current economic crisis and quickly unleashed ...
Bangalore airport: Air Asia plane hit by baggage cart, ladder topples over due to bad weather
Heavy winds and rain led to minor accidents at the Bangalore airport with an Air Asia plane getting hit by a baggage card and a passenger ladder toppling over
Number Of Discharged Covid-19 Patients Surpasses Active Cases In Madhya Pradesh’s Indore
On Thursday, as many as 117 patients were discharged from three hospitals in Indore after recovering from Covid-19.
Cardano Shakes the Ghost of Disappointment With Confirmed Shelley Release Date
Cardano holders celebrated last night as CEO Charles Hoskinson released details of a rollout plan culminating with the launch of the Shelley mainnet on July 29t
Colleagues line street for funeral procession of ‘loved and valued’ NHS worker
Mike Brown was known well around Southampton General Hospital for his love of spicy food and cheeky sense of humour.
UK plans new 5G club of 10 democracies, including India: Report
The move to speed up such a club comes as the UK launched an inquiry into Huawei's involvement in the country's mobile network upgrade in the wake of US sanctions against the company.
Relocating Almajirai not enough, NHRC tells northern govs
Ade Adesomoju, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission on Friday advised governors of northern states not to just relocate Almajirai to their states of origin but to also develop programmes t...
Rad Tourism: Chernobyl Exclusion Zone Reportedly Opens as Ukraine Eases COVID-19 Lockdown
All tourists seeking to enter the exclusion zone would have to wear protective masks and gloves, while people exhibiting symptoms of an acute viral respiratory...
Edo 2020: Ize-Iyamu is yet to meet conditions for waiver granted - APC chairmen
The consensus candidature of Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu may have hit a brick wall as APC chairmen in Edo said he did not meet the conditions for a waiver granted.
Coronavirus: FAO seeks $350 million to fight hunger
The FAO said some 820 million people around the world are experiencing chronic hunger – not eating enough caloric energy, to live normal lives.
Midlands Air Ambulance lands on Cannock Park Golf Course as golfer collapses and dies
Emergency crews received a report a man had collapsed on the golf course at around 3.30pm yesterday (Thursday)
Tan Chong takes 15.8pc stake in Warisan TC’s vehicle auction services unit
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Vehicle assembler and distributor Tan Chong Motor Holdings Bhd (TCMH) is subscribing to new shares representing 15.79 per cent equity interest in its sister company Warisan TC Holdings Bhd’s subsidiary, MUV Marketplace Sdn Bhd (MUVM), for RM15 million. Warisan and MUVM,...
Lockdown: HC extends gangster Arun Gawli’s parole by five days
The parole leave was, however, extended for a period of seven days due to the coronavirus-induced nationwide lockdown.
BREAKING: Judge rules that MDC Alliance is not a political party
Harare judge, Justice Tawanda Chitapo has handed down a ruling dismissing the claim by the Nelson Chamisa led opposition form that it is a political party. The ...
Fortescue and Andrew Forrest lose High Court appeal over exclusive native title of WA’s Yindjibarndi people
Australian mining giant Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) has lost its High Court bid to appeal against a native title determination that covers one of its
Battle of Jutland warship’s four years since restoration marked in lockdown
HMS Caroline closure amid the pandemic has had a ‘devastating impact’ on its finances with the loss of visitor revenue.
Renault to stay in Formula One despite job cuts
Renault will continue to run a team in the Formula One world championship, despite announcing nearly 15 000 job losses in the wake of plummeting car sales.
Renault to restructure French factories in high-stakes reboot plan
French carmaker Renault said on Friday it was launching talks with unions to reorganise and cease assembling vehicles at several plants in France ...
Siberian zoo sees animal baby boom during lockdown
MOSCOW (Reuters) - A Siberian zoo that closed its doors to visitors for over two months due to the novel coronavirus says the lockdown has encouraged a baby boom among its animals.
Google Chrome is going to block websites that abuse notifications
Google Chrome is going to block websites that abuse notifications. In Chrome 84, developers implemented protection against intrusive site notifications.
China sanctions not solution to Hong Kong crisis: EU
The European Union said Friday that China's imposition of a security law on Hong Kong had damaged ties with Beijing, but that imposing sanctions would not solve the crisis.
This solar charger works anywhere to power up your devices in just minutes
Hunting around for an outlet or a power battery when you’re trying to charge your phone or tablet is always an annoyance. But when you’re out in the world hiking or camping or traveling, finding an…
For Afghan Sikhs, fear of another terror attack bigger than coronavirus
Forced to share cramped rooms at Gurdwaras after the March 25 attack, Sikhs look to India, wait for lockdown to end.
Wipro appoints Thierry Delaporte as CEO and MD
Wipro has appointed Thierry Delaporte as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of the company, effective July 6.Until recently, Thierry Delaporte was the Chief Operating Officer of Capgemi
Yet Another Blow to Jagan Government from the High Court
Immediately after the judgment, N Ramesh Kumar announced coming back to work.
Pastor Elisha has gone mad in prison – Naana Brown
Pastor Elisha Malope who is currently in jail for lying against Rev. Obofour according to actress Naana Brown is currently going mad in jail.
Saudi Arabia facilitates the return of 450,000 Umrah pilgrims
Over 60,000 were sent back to their countries through special flights during Eid holidays
Nolte: MN Democrat Prosecutor's Bizarre, Sloppy 'Evidence' Statement Whips up More Chaos
Mike Freeman claimed he had evidence that did not support a criminal charge against the cop responsible for George Floyd's death.
USD/JPY off lows, still in the red below mid-107.00s ahead of Trump
The USD/JPY pair now seems to have entered a bearish consolidation phase and was seen oscillating in a range near two-week lows, just above the 107.00
South Surrey church to host drive-thru food-donation station
Items dropped off to Mount Olive Lutheran Church to benefit Surrey Urban Mission program
North Korea accuses US of hurting its image with cyber threat warning
Washington renewed accusations last month that Pyongyang was responsible for malicious cyber attacks
Man Utd 'ready to move for Moussa Dembele' after Lyon striker's transfer value declines
The global coronvirus pandemic has already had a massive financial impact on every football club on the planet, and is expected to shake-up the transfer market
NASS may not pass Infectious Disease Bill – Ekweremadu
Raphael Ede, Enugu Former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, on Friday, said the controversial Infectious Disease Bill before the National Assembly is not likely to be passed, saying the...
CM B S Yediyurappa, Kateel will resolve party issues, says Suresh Angadi
Minister of State for Railways Suresh Angadi said that Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and BJP State President Nalin Kumar Kateel will resolve any differences of opinion among party leaders including
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Thursday, ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump.
CNN reporter arrested, released covering Minneapolis protests
A CNN reporter and his crew were arrested and released by police in Minneapolis early Friday, after a night of continued protests over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who was handcuffed on the ground while police knelt on his back and neck.
Arsenal: Unnecessary newsflash, Calum Chambers still exists
The questions are being asked of the Arsenal defense all over again and while William Saliba is a lift, Calum Chambers is still here, people! Arsenal is ba...
Taking urgent steps for cremation of COVID-19 deceased, Delhi govt tells HC
The court asked the Delhi government and the three municipal corporations to file a detailed status report and listed the matter for further hearing on June 2.
Interstate Lockdown: FCTA arrests 74, impounds 3 buses
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ministerial Task-team on the Enforcement of COVID-19 Restrictions has arrested 74 persons travelling...
Australia Finally Gets Gigabit Internet Today
If you're one of the very lucky people with the best fibre or one of the luckiest folk in a HFC area, today is a very good day indeed....
Evil dad sets fire to own daughter, 24, after overhearing her talk about converting from Islam to Christianity
A young woman has been recovering in a Ugandan hospital after her Muslim father allegedly burned her for converting to Christianity, it’s been reported. Rahema Kyomuhendo, 24, is said to be s…
Fans think Stormzy’s coming for Chip in verse on Tion Wayne’s new track I Dunno
The pair were trending on Twitter.
Bitcoin Could Hit $11,000 in June 2020; Here’s Why
Bitcoin is correcting lower in the final week of May but its likelihood of retesting levels above $11,000 is growing higher next month.
Hong Kong’s Turmoil Makes EWH a Profitable Put Play
With more protests starting in Hong Kong, I think a bearish position on iShares MSCI Hong Kong ETF (NYSEARCA:EWH) is a great way to add some bearish protection.
How to address almajiri challenges, by NHRC - The Nation Nigeria
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has suggested ways leaders of the northern states could address the challenges posed by almajiri...
Legal lifeline for businesses refused critical coronavirus pay out
Michelmores is inviting businesses whose claims have been declined to help in the legal fight
Battle of Jutland warship’s four years since restoration marked in lockdown
HMS Caroline closure amid the pandemic has had a ‘devastating impact’ on its finances with the loss of visitor revenue.
We thought too big, Renault says as it axes 15,000 jobs in cost-cutting reboot
PARIS (Reuters) - Renault acknowledged that its global ambitions had been unrealistic, announcing plans to cut about 15,000 jobs, shrink production and restructure French plants as it pressed the reset button and sought to banish the spectre of Carlos Ghosn.
BJP MP Gautam Gambhir’s father’s SUV stolen from outside his home in Delhi
The car was parked in front of the house at around 3.30 pm on Thursday. On Friday morning, it was not there as it had been stolen, a senior police officer said.
German choirs silenced as singing is branded a high-risk activity during coronavirus pandemic
When the Berlin Cathedral Choir gathered for a rehearsal on March 9, the new coronavirus was still a distant concern, with fewer than 50 confirmed cases in the German capital.
UK government launches fund to boost IoT security
The UK government has launched a £400,000 fund to help develop IoT assurance schemes which will help manufacturers develop more secure connected devices. Applications will be received until 30 June.
Ireland Funds’ Chief Executive steps down after one year
Mr Cronin intends to spend more time with family and will move back to Ireland
You Can Buy The 55-inch Toshiba 4K Fire TV For $370 Today
Amazon has a great price on the Toshiba 55-inch 4K Fire TV today, allowing you to pick one up for just $369.99. That is good for a savings of around $80.
Britney Spears re-releases 2016 song 'Mood Ring'
May 29 (UPI) -- Britney Spears has re-released a rare 2016 song.
No.10 Spokesman Admits UK Loosening Lockdown Before Experts Ready to Lower Coronavirus ThreatLevel
Social distancing restrictions enforced by a national lockdown in the United Kingdom are slowly being lifted as the spread of the coronavirus pandemic begins to slow...
Ai Weiwei says new security law is the end of Hong Kong
SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of - Dissident Chinese artist Ai Weiwei believes the newly passed national security law for Hong Kong augurs the end for the semi-aut
DOJ Targets North Koreans, Chinese for Laundering Billions for Kim’s Nuclear Program
The Justice Department charged 28 North Koreans and five Chinese citizens with laundering over $2.5 billion in assets through North Korea’s state-operated foreign exchange bank to fund the government’s nuclear program, according to court documents unsealed Thursday.The indictment, first reported by the
GSK plans to produces one billion doses of vaccine adjuvant for COVID-19
GlaxoSmithKline has announced plans to produce one billion doses in 2021 of its vaccine adjuvant system to support numerous COVID-19 vaccine candidates.
Toronto's mayor admits Ontario should take regional approach to reopening
Toronto's mayor believes that the Ontario government should take a more regionalized approach to restarting the economy.
Lagos BRT fares hike unnecessary, wicked —Commuters
Some commuters in Lagos State on Friday expressed dissatisfaction over the hike in fares by the Primero Transport Services Limited, operators of the Bus Rapid Transit in the state. The News Agen...
Troubled Izaia Perese back in union after securing Top 14 deal
Izaia Perese was on Michael Cheika’s Wallabies radar before he switched to NRL… now after a drugs charge, he is back in union and moving to the Top 14.
BJP MP Gautam Gambhir's father's SUV stolen from outside his home in Delhi
An SUV belonging to east Delhi MP Gautam Gambhir's father was stolen from outside their home here in central Delhi's Rajinder Nagar, police said on Friday. Deepak Gambhir, the Bharatiya Janta Party
Doomsday Warning? Hundreds of Bats Mysteriously Dropping Dead in India Triggers 'Apocalyptic' Alarm
New Delhi (Sputnik): Harmless to humans, the mysterious looking bats who spend most of their life hanging upside down are now looked at with even more suspicion since...
'Gross incompetence at highest levels': ex-Obama adviser blasts Trump's Covid response
Samantha Power also tells online Hay festival that former US administration underestimated how ‘ripped off’ Americans felt
Sudan does an about-turn in US relations
Will Khartoum’s deal to pay compensation for the 1998 bombings change its global stance?
Body of missing French snowmobiler found in Canada
Police announced Thursday they had identified a body as that of a French snowmobiler who went missing after his tour group crashed through an icy Canadian lake in January, with forensic analysis on another body presumed to be that of his companion set to be completed in coming days.
Number of health workers infected with coronavirus reaches 2,480
The Department of Health reports 28 new coronavirus cases among health workers
When and where will each sport return?
The Premier League is aiming for a June 17 resumption while the PGA tour is preparing to end its three-month hiatus on June 11.
Can create excellence once we have sports culture: Kiren Rijiju
More sports News: Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday stressed on the importance of fitness, saying more than 1.6 lakh schools have got registered under the Fit Indi
Find Out Your Dog's DNA With This Discounted Embark DNA Test
In Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day, it has the Embark Dog DNA Test on sale for just $99. That is good for a savings of around $30. Making it a pretty
Officials Announce the Charges Against Ex-Cop Who Kneeled on George Floyd's Neck
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer seen on video kneeling on George Floyd's neck for several minutes even as Floyd said he couldn't breathe, has been arrested.
Solitons from new fibre laser could improve eye surgery
Short and powerful pulses are held together by high-order dispersion
Study finds black patients have double the odds for coronavirus hospital admission
A new study found that the odds of coronavirus hospital admission were nearly doubled if a patient is black. The study, published on May 27 in the New England Journal of Medicine, set out to find more
Noted astrologer Bejan Daruwalla no more
India News: Acclaimed astrologer Bejan Daruwalla, breathed his last at a private hospital in Gandhinagar on Friday. He was 90. Daruwalla was being treated for pne
Online Seva begins at MM Hills Temple
Devotees can perform various Sevas to the deity and have darshan via www.mmhillstemple.com Chamarajanagar: Male Mahadeshwara Temple, one of the prominent temples in the State, located atop Male Mahadeshwara Hills at Hanur taluk in Chamarajanagar district, has commenced online seva to devotees from Wednesday. Following COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown, all places of worship were closed...
Union steps in with food vouchers and legal action as Denel fails to pay May salaries
Trade union UASA has set up a fund to assist its members after the embattled state-owned enterprise, Denel, abruptly announced that it would not be able to pay its employees in May. The union says they will be taking the matter to court.
Covid-19: The race for self-sufficiency
For many people, Covid-19 has triggered a yearning for change: a slower pace, a lighter footprint and an existence more connected to nature. And now – perhaps the first time – a life more resilient t…
Ministry suggests shorter school hours as part of 'new normal'
The Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) suggested that students study from home until the country is declared free from COVID-19.
MP Rigathi Gachagua Claims State Froze His Bank Accounts Over Links With Ruto
A Nairobi Court has frozen Mathira Member of Parliament Rigathi Gachagua's three bank accounts in an ongoing investigation into alleged money laundering.Milimani Senior Resident Magistrate Muthoni
Deacon Blue stars detail coronavirus symptoms: 'I still have no taste or smell'
The duo contracted the virus after visiting London.
What Lockdown 5.0 will likely look like: Restrictions to end, focus on 13 Covid districts
As India prepares to exit Lockdown 4.0, recommendations from states and special panels give us a glimpse of what Lockdown 5.0 could look like. Read on to know what is likely to remain closed and what will reopen from June 1.
Lebanon has scant chance of getting IMF aid, opposition figure says
BEIRUT (Reuters) - Lebanon has scant chance of securing badly needed aid from the International Monetary Fund as the government fails to enact reforms demanded by donors to address its financial crisis, opposition politician Samir Geagea said on Friday.
Staffordshire NFU hosts virtual show reception
Farmers raised a glass via their webcams to toast food production and the NFU after their county show was cancelled due to Covid-19.
India coronavirus death toll passes China's
India is emerging as a new hotspot with record jumps in new cases in recent days.
NPA and IPID commit to tackling high-level police corruption
This comes after two investigators were pulled from the task team.
90-year-old grandma tries to defuse tense confrontation between police and her grandson
When police stopped a Texas man for an alleged traffic violation, the confrontation turned tense, videos of the incident show. What happened next left a family shaken, a young man on the ground and his grandma attempting to intervene in the tense confrontation that followed.
Israel looks to export its coronavirus coping skills
Using distance diagnostics, blood analysis, mobile phone tracking and tracing, and mandatory wearing of face masks are among measures Israel does to curb the spread of the coronavirus
Indonesian woman consumed pills to abort baby, say Penang police
BUKIT MERTAJAM, May 29 — An Indonesian factory worker, desperate to terminate her pregnancy, swallowed pills provided by her Bangladeshi boyfriend before she suffered a miscarriage in a toilet of workers’ hostel in Taman Belimbing, here on Sunday. Seberang Perai Tengah district police chief ACP...
CBI files preliminary enquiry against Tablighi Jamaat over FCRA violations
The action by the CBI comes a day after the Crime Branch of the Delhi Police filed 12 fresh chargesheets naming 541 foreign nationals in connection with the Tablighi Jamaat case
Ajit Jogi, 74, finally loses battle for life after 16-year struggle
Wheelchair-bound former bureaucrat-turned-politician suffers cardiac, goes into coma; ends comes at around 3:30pm; last rites at his village Gaurella in undivided Bilaspur district on Saturday
No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with US President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension.
Covid-19: Tamil Nadu sees highest single-day spike in cases; tally past 20,000
The death toll in the state increased to 154 after nine more fatalities were reported since Thursday.A total of 11,313 patients have been discharged or cured of the highly contagious disease, including 765 such patients discharged today
Delhi Gears Up For 'First-Ever Locust Attack' as Indian States Battle Swarm With Drone Fleet
New Delhi (Sputnik): Locust invasion is not a new phenomenon in India, however the intensity and the early onset of the wave in the country has never been this severe...
Bolly Buzz: Sonu Sood airlifts 177 girls from Kerala, Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar sing Bradley Cooper - Lady Gaga's 'Shallow'
Like people all over the world, our Bollywood celebrities too are currently stuck at home due to lockdown. The shooting of the films might be on hold,
Minnesota AG Expects Criminal Charges Against Police Officers Involved In George Floyd’s Death
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said on Friday morning that he expected the four Minneapolis police officers who were involved...
Infinix Hot 9, Infinix Hot 9 Pro are budget phones with quad cameras and Android 10 software; price starts at Rs 8,499
The Infinix Hot 9 has been launched at Rs 8,499 while the Infinix Hot 9 Pro will cost Rs 9,499.
J&J's Ebola vaccine wins EU regulatory panel backing
(Reuters) - A panel of the European health regulator on Friday recommended approving Johnson & Johnson’s two-dose experimental vaccine for Ebola in the European Union.
Vestager hits back at Lufthansa bailout criticism
Commission vice-president in charge of competition Margarethe Vestager argued that companies getting large capital injections from the state during the corona crisis still have to offset their competitive advantage.
Grieving mum's warning as children are spotted swimming in Beeston Weir where her son died
She doesn't want to see another life lost in open water
Reports: Klopp Phones Koulibaly About £63m Transfer
With Jurgen Klopp seemingly looking for a centre-back partner for Virgil van Dijk, the Liverpool manager has reportedly given African star Kalidou Koulibaly a phone call about a potential £63 million move.
President Buhari commiserates with victims of Sokoto attack
President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with all those who lost loved ones in an attack by bandits in Sabon Birni local government area of Sokoto State.
Minneapolis bus drivers are refusing to help police transport protesters to jail
As tensions between police and protesters in Minneapolis reached a boiling point following the death of George Floyd, the city's bus drivers have made it abundantly clear which side they're on. The driver's union, ATU Local 1005, issued a statement of solidarity on Thursday, with some of
Google’s AR tool helps you measure two meters to maintain proper social distancing
A new way to measure up to good social distancing.
Analysts welcome reduction of lending rate by CBN
Financial analysts on Friday said the reduction of the monetary policy rate from 13.5 to 12.5 per cent, as announced by the Central Bank of Nigeria would
Dead 12-metre whale washes up on beach at Clacton-on-Sea
Creature is believed to be a juvenile fin whale, the world’s second largest mammal
Video shows moment Minneapolis police abandon torched precinct
Harrowing footage shows the moment cops abandoned the Minneapolis police precinct that was torched by those protesting the death of George Floyd.
Developer behind Bertha Park project near Perth facing second planning refusal
The Elgin-based builder is seeking to revise its initial designs for the development so it can create 82 new properties in an area it currently has approval to build 68.
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD pulls away from daily highs, trades above $1,725
The troy ounce of the precious metal advanced to a fresh daily high of $1,733 during the early trading hours of the American session but struggled to
Coronavirus lockdown | U.P. migrant’s body found in Shramik train toilet
‘The vicitm had boarded the train on May 23 and his body was found when the train was opened for maintenance and sanitisation on May 27’
NSW photo cards next on Dominello's digital hit list
Physical alternative slated for later this year.
5205 recoveries, 1993 new Covid-19 cases and 3 deaths in Qatar on May 29
The Ministry of Public Health today announced the registration of 1993 new confirmed cases of corona virus (Covid-19), with 5205 people having recovered from the disease in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of recovered people in the State of Qatar to 20,604 cases. The Ministry also announced 3 new deaths from the virus.
The Letter Sent To PSL Clubs On Return Of Football
The Premier Soccer League has reached out to all member clubs in both the topflight and second division to update them on the return of football.
Trump attacked Twitter after it restricted his post for 'glorifying violence' and said the company is unfairly targeting him
The president called for Congress to repeal Section 230, which gives web platforms legal protections, as his dispute with Twitter escalated.
American Airlines flight attendant criticizes carrier for banning face shields during flights
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UK plans new 5G club of 10 democracies, including India: Report
A so-called 'D10' club of democratic partners, including G7 countries – UK, US, Italy, Germany, France, Japan and Canada – plus Australia, South Korea and India will aim to create alternative suppliers of 5G equipment and other technologies to avoid relying on China
Cyril Dix obituary
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Emmerdale star fears COVID-19 second wave after clap for carers ends
She is worried about the weekly applause being ended.
Nearly half of the Twitter accounts discussing 'reopening America' may be bots
Encountering a bot account while scrolling through Twitter is more likely to occur in the era of COVID-19. Carnegie Mellon University researchers have discovered that much of the discussion around the ...
Volvo evaluating markets, confirms to drive in XC40 recharge in India
Cars News: NEW DELHI: Volvo Cars India anticipates luxury carmakers to lead the pack once the electric mobility gains momentum here.
A young girl who watched George Floyd suffocate finds her place in the protest movement
Protesters leave signs and tributes as years of frustration at racial disparities in policing come to the surface
ACB Stock Price: Aurora Cannabis Inc. drops further to sub-$15.00 levels
Aurora Cannabis Inc. (ACB) is prolonging the weekly correction lower to the area below the $15.00 mark, posting at the same time fresh multi-day lows
WATCH: CNN journalist arrested on-air while covering George Floyd protests
A journalist has been arrested in the US while covering protests in the city of Minneapolis.It ...
Dow Jones retreats ahead of Trump's response on Hong Kong
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 269.88 points, or 1.06 per cent, at 25,130.76.
EU says Hong Kong decision damages trust with China
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union governments expressed “grave concern” on Friday over China’s security law for Hong Kong, the EU’s top diplomat Josep Borrell said following a video meeting of the bloc’s 27 foreign ministers.
Child and Family Commission to examine alleged abuse cases
Two cases of alleged child neglect that have emerged in Brisbane this week will be independently investigated by the Queensland Child and Family Commission.
No ban, but reduction of flights: J.C. Madhuswamy
Bengaluru: The State Government has requested the Civil Aviation Ministry to reduce the number of flights from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan to Karnataka in view of the high number of COVID-19 cases prevalent there. In a clarification issued to media, Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs J.C. Madhuswamy has said that...
Hong Kong China Borrowed Time
Hong Kong has been living on borrowed time ever since the British made it a colony nearly 180 years ago, and all the more so after Beijing took control in 1997 and granted it autonomous status. China’s passage of a national security law for the city is the latest sign that the 50-year “one country,
Original Google Pixel is Back in Stock for Just $97, Fully Unlocked and Renewed
The original Google Pixel smartphone, complete with 32GB of internal storage and black color is back in stock for a low price of just $97.
BCM officer facing threats from MLA’s supporters approaches police
Ramesh G. Sanga, District Officer of Backward Classes Welfare Department, approached the University Police Station in Kalaburagi on Friday alleging that Prabhu Hadimani, a corporator from Kalaburagi M
Minneapolis Apple store targeted during protests
Apple's Minneapolis store has been damaged during protests, in what appears to have been a targeted attack.
Amy Klobuchar once failed to prosecute Derek Chauvin, cop in Floyd death
Former Democratic presidential candidate and potential vice presidential pick Amy Klobuchar failed to get charges brought against the police officer involved in George Floyd’s death while serving as
3 of the Best Breakout Stocks to Buy Now
Bulls are knocking on the door of resistance in these three breakout stocks. Here are the levels to watch, and how to trade them.
Agreements reached: Man Utd, Arsenal stars agree to extend deals with Euro giants
Uncertainty cleared up as seasons set to restart...
Volkswagen invests 2 billion euros in Chinese electric vehicle sector
Volkswagen will take a 50% stake in JAG – the parent company of state-owned JAC Motors – and a 26% share of Chinese battery supplier Gotion High-Tech
‘Feisty’ 103-year-old woman celebrates with beer after beating COVID-19
To celebrate her recovery from COVID-19, 103-year-old Jennie Stejna enjoyed an ice-cold beer, something she loved but hadn’t had in a long time.
Machete-wielding sex burglar cleared after Aussie fantasy goes wrong
A knife-toting Australian hired to break into another man's home, tie him up and stroke him with a broom has been cleared of intimidation after accidentally entering the wrong house.
Dana White claims Jon Jones asked for ‘absurd’ money to fight Francis Ngannou; Jones calls him a liar
Dana White is once again at odds with Jon Jones after claiming he asked for an ‘absurd’ amount of money to fight Francis Ngannou and the UFC light heavyweight champion fired back at him.
Elgar Parishad case: Activist Sudha Bharadwaj’s interim bail plea rejected by Mumbai court
The bail petitions of co-accused and activists Varavara Rao and Shoma Sen are pending before the court and may be heard next week.
EU seeks tougher China policy, concerned by Hong Kong law
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union foreign ministers agreed to toughen their strategy on China on Friday to counter Beijing’s increasingly assertive diplomacy against a backdrop of concern about China’s new security law for Hong Kong.
White politician calls George Floyd a liar and says cops are being unfairly 'crucified'
Mayor of Petal Mississippi Hal Marx sparked fury with his comments, and has since resisted calls to resign
CNN Reporter Omar Jimenez and crew arrested live on air in Minneapolis amid George Floyd protests
CNN reporter Omar Jimenez and crew were arrested live on air, Friday while they reported the protest over the killing of black man, George Floyd in Police custody. The live video showed Minnesota State Patrol handcuff
Delhi records 82 deaths in 24 hours, Kejriwal govt alleges delay in reporting
Due to late reporting by the hospitals where the patients died, it appears that the deaths happened on a single day, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia explained.
Warning over inflatable toys after dramatic sea rescue
A co-pilot of the Shannon-based coast guard helicopter has advised people to be careful in the water with inflatable toys after the dramatic rescue of a five year-old girl who drifted out towards the sea in Co Kerry yesterday.
Pearson to begin limiting terminal access to travellers only
If you picking up someone from the airport, you may not be allowed to head inside the terminal to greet them for much longer.
Don't copy Dominic Cummings – MP in plea to public after lockdown rule breach fiasco
Kilmarnock and Loudoun MP Alan Brown hit out this week at Mr Cummings who is a special adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
That's how China is spamming social media globally
A New York-based intelligence firm, Graphika, has recently published a report suggesting how Beijing might be using YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter to influence public opinion across the world on the topics sensitive to the Chinese establishment.
Colleagues line street for funeral procession of ‘loved and valued’ NHS worker
Mike Brown was known well around Southampton General Hospital for his love of spicy food and cheeky sense of humour.
How the historic Bosman ruling revolutionised football transfers
Before the Bosman ruling in 1995, clubs could retain the registrations of players even once their contracts finished, and demand transfer fees for them.
We thought too big, Renault says as it axes 15,000 jobs in cost-cutting reboot
PARIS (Reuters) - Renault acknowledged that its global ambitions had been unrealistic, announcing plans to cut about 15,000 jobs, shrink production and restructure French plants as it pressed the reset button and sought to banish the spectre of Carlos Ghosn.
UK coronavirus death toll set to pass 38,000 as 177 more lives lost in hospitals
The UK's true coronavirus death toll is much higher - more than 47,000 in all settings, including hospitals and care homes - and is the second highest total in the world
7 More New Corona cases in Nagaland, Total number of Patients are 25 now -
So far more than 1 lakh 65 thousand people have been infected due to dangerous corona virus infection in India,
Student Pilot was in Third Solo Flight During Fatal Crash
A student pilot from Burbank was in his third solo-flight when the plane descended like a corkscrew and crashed near Orcutt last week.
Uggah: Dog that bit Sarawak boy, 5, confirmed to have rabies
KUCHING, May 9 — The dog that bit a five-year-old boy from Taman Sanhill Barat, Sibu, here has tested positive for rabies, said Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) chairman Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said the Sarawak Veterinary Services Department (JPVS) had informed that the boy...
Bristol City, Stoke City and the state of play regarding Benik Afobe's loan
The striker is back in full training at Failand following his ACL injury sustained in September
Monkeys run off with blood samples of four COVID-19 patients in India
A troop snatched test samples from a laboratory technician at a medical college, authorities say
Warning to parents after cyber criminals attack school website
Parents have been advised to be cautious of any emails containing personal information
Record global corn and wheat crops on the way
World grain production will reach an all-time high of 2.23 billion tonnes, with record-setting wheat and corn harvests.
Crystal-encrusted Lamborghini parked outside Glasgow Nando’s draws attention of cops
The driver of this swanky super car is used to catching the eye of passers-by but got more than he bargained for when he parked up in the middle of a pavement outside Nando's .
Donald Trump repeats claims he is being unfairly targeted by social media sites
The US president continued his attacks on platforms such as Twitter on Friday.
Tulane DB Tyler Judson arrested after allegedly punching girl at Waffle House
A fight at a Waffle House in Louisiana landed a Tulane football player in jail and a teenage girl in a hospital, police said. Defensive back Tyler Judson has since been dismissed from the team.
Twitter hid Trump's violent tweet. Why won't Facebook?
Trump encouraged violence on Twitter and Facebook. But only one of those services did anything about it.
When and where will each sport return?
The Premier League is aiming for a June 17 resumption while the PGA tour is preparing to end its three-month hiatus on June 11.
Chhattisgarh's first Chief Minister Ajit Jogi passes away at 74
Jogi's last rites will be performed at his native Gaurella in Bilaspur district on Saturday, said his son Amit
2 floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed after official tests positive for COVID-19: Report
A Rajya Sabha Secretariat official tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, the fourth such case in the Parliament complex, sources said here. The director-level officer who attended work on May 28
Pending vehicle registrations from pre-lockdown time continue
‘Only negligible vehicle sales happen now’
Liverpool Deputy Mayor Investigated Over Lockdown Garden Party
Current lockdown measures, which were eased on 13 May, stipulate that only two people from different households can meet in outdoor settings – such as parks – as long...
Coal mine in Serbia gives up new Roman treasure
BELGRADE (Reuters) - As the sun sank over a vast opencast coal mine in eastern Serbia earlier this month, a small crane eased the front half of a Roman ship from the steep sides of the pit.
Madras High Court issues notices to Franklin Templeton MF, Sebi: Investors Group
It further said mutual funds and the fund managers should be made to answer questions on their choice of investment, and compliance with regulatory and prudential norms, among others.
5 officers could be charged
Five officers involved in a 2017 incident in Prince George could face potential charges after an IIO investigation.
Trump’s Looting Tweet Violates His Oath of Office
The president is supposed to protect and defend the nation’s supreme laws. Shooting looters is unconstitutional.
Ice-cream company who struggled to find staff now flooded with applications
“Last year, I struggled to get drivers. We had to pay for ads everywhere and even at that, I might have received 20 applicants in two months"
Lockdown breach fines plummet as restrictions ease
Just 841 have been handed out by forces in England since rules relaxed.
Judge Pirro says 'facts are clear,' Minnesota officer 'does not deserve to be free'
Judge Jeanine Pirro said on Friday that the “clear facts” show that the police officer who killed George Floyd needs to be arrested and charged with murder under Minnesota law.
PPP moves FIA against blogger Cynthia Ritchie for 'slanderous' tweet on Benazir
Ritchie had made remarks about Benazir while commenting on recent attack on Uzma Khan by a woman and her guards.
Tokyo to further relax coronavirus curbs on Monday, governor says
TOKYO: Curbs in Japan's capital of Tokyo to contain the coronavirus are to be eased further from Monday (Jun 1), Governor Yuriko Koike said, ...
World’s deepest octopus, complete with Dumbo ears, captured on film 4 miles below the surface
(CNN) — The deepest known sighting of an octopus has been captured on film, more than a mile deeper than the previous reliable sighting. The observations of...
Energy Commission to hold competitive bidding process for LSS photovoltaic plant development
PUTRAJAYA, May 29 — The Energy Commission (EC) will hold a competitive bidding process to select a company or a consortium for the development of a large-scale solar (LSS) photovoltaic (PV) power plant costing RM4 billion in Peninsular Malaysia with a target capacity of 1,000MWac. The EC, in a...
SA sports federations highlight the importance of the safe return of sports
Following the recent announcement regarding the regulations governing Alert Level 3, the financial survival of many sports in South Africa remains uncertain.
Protests Over Death Of George Floyd Spread To Cities Around The Country
Developments across the United States in connection with the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody: COLUMBUS, Ohio —...
Bengal to reopen places of worship Monday as CM eases lockdown
She also announced restarting of private and public sector offices with full attendance from June 8
Tulane DB Tyler Judson arrested after allegedly punching girl at Waffle House
A fight at a Waffle House in Louisiana landed a Tulane football player in jail and a teenage girl in a hospital, police said. Defensive back Tyler Judson has since been dismissed from the team.
LIST: Nissan will launch 13 models from A to the all-new Z
Nissan may have a lot on their plate right now, but that's not stopping them from releasing 13 new cars in the next 18 months.
How the world's largest and fastest supercomputers are being used to understand the coronavirus | ZDNet
The UK is the first country outside the US to join the COVID-19 High Performance Computing consortium, which provides access to the world's fastest supercomputers for work on tackling the pandemic.
Girl, 2, fighting for her life after falling 40ft from her bedroom window
Residents said they heard a 'massive thud' when the toddler fell from her third-storey window.
Families of six or more 'won't be helped by easing of lockdown'
Families of six or more will be unable to meet with additional people together under the new lockdown rules.
Maharashtra To Soon Announce Covid-19 Package To Tide Over Crisis: Ajit Pawar
“We’re facing an economic crisis and we want to find a way out,” Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar says.
Learner pens his thoughts on lockdown
According to the bright young learner, online classes were exciting at the beginning however, being in a classroom is much more stimulating.
Premier League boss refutes claim that would relegate Aston Villa
Premier League news - Aston Villa are set to kick-start the resumption of the season when they host Sheffield United next month
Hog farms in coronavirus crisis need more aid, say producers
More federal aid is needed if hog farmers are to survive the coronavirus pandemic, which has depressed market prices and slowed pork production.
‘Africa is in mid-morning of COVID-19 crisis’
Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | African governments will have to go slow on lifting some of the lockdown measures they instituted to control the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, senior officials at the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and prevention have said. Speaking at a virtual press …
No call between Trump and Modi on China border tension: Report
PM Narendra Modi has not spoken with US President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension
Derek Chauvin history: Officer accused in George Floyd's death opened fire on 2 people, had 17 complaints
He opened fire on two people during his 19-year career and had nearly 20 complaints and two letters of reprimand filed against him.
Irish Water and Tipperary County Council working to restore water supply in Kilross Co. Tipperary
Irish Water is working in partnership with Tipperary County Council to carry out essential repairs to a burst watermain in the Kilross area. This is affecting water supply to Bruce Walk, Lattin, Shron...
One dead, eight injured in Lagos-Ibadan expressway auto-crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun State on Friday said that one person died while eight others sustained injuries in a multiple accident
Aston Martin Begins Reproduction Of The DB5; 55 Years Since Its Original Run
The Aston Martin DB5 is one of the most legendary and iconic vehicles to be made famous by the silver screen. Specifically, its shot to stardom was thanks
UP CM Adityanath asks officials get ready to deal with locust attacks
The local residents and farmers have been enlightened on the subject, while the village level committees and bodies have been mobilised to make a coordinated effort against the threat
New record high: PH confirms 1,046 more coronavirus cases
The Philippines has 16,634 coronavirus cases as of Friday, May 29
Thousands crossing US-Mexico border despite nonessential travel ban, COVID-19 threat
Border crossings continue despite the ban instituted by President Trump.
NPF’s Newmai sworn as Minister in Manipur
Awangbou Newmai, MLA, was sworn in on Friday as a Minister in the Bharatiya Janata Party-led coalition cabinet Ministry. Governor Najma Heptulla administered the oath of office and secrecy at a simple
Sweden opens up for sport
Competitive and professional sport can resume from 14 June, the Swedish government said Friday, but games would have to be played mostly without an audience.
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni Gets A New Hairstyle By Mother Neetu Kapoor, Calls Her Supermom
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni is currently living with her mother Neetu Kapoor, since she arrived in Mumbai.
Sun Pharma to test two drugs for treatment of Covid-19, stock up 3.5%
At present there are three clinical trials underway to test nafamostat in Covid19 patients around the world
Sonu Sood Helps Airlift 177 Girls Stuck In Kerala, To Their Home State Odisha
Actor Sonu Sood has once again come to the rescue of stranded migrant workers, looking to go back to their hometowns amid the lockdown. Sonu has helped 177 girls get to their homes in Odisha. The actor airlifted the girls, who were stuck in Kerala due to the lockdown.
India coronavirus death toll passes China's
NEW DELHI: India's coronavirus death toll passed neighbouring China's on Friday (May 29), with 175 new fatalities in 24 hours taking the total to ...
Announcement on schools to be made next week as Wales' education minister reveals children could wear masks in the classroom
We put questions about schools re-opening to Wales' education minister Kirsty Williams
'It's robbed me of that comfort': Euthanasia plans upended by COVID-19
Consideration of contentious voluntary assisted dying laws in various states has been delayed as the nation grapples with the fallout from COVID-19.
LaLiga 2020-21 to Begin From September 12, Says President Javier Tebas
Tebas gave an insight into the plans put in place to keep players and officials safe during these unprecedented times.
Investors Skittish Ahead of Expected Sanctions on China
Wall Street is starting to feel the sting of U.S.-China tensions, as investors await President Trump’s announcement on potential sanctions later Friday.
Gauteng cricket clubs showed maturity - new CGL president
Newly-appointed Central Gauteng Lions cricket president Anne Vilas says member clubs that voted in the new board showed a high level of maturity.
We Do Not Need Third Party Intervention: China On Trump's Offer
BEIJING: China on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border stand-off. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said,
Gujarat CM discards social media rumour on complete lockdown from June 1
Rupani had to issue a clarification amid social media talk that the state government was planning to impose total lockdown from June 1 as the number of COVID-19 cases was not coming down
The HP example: How to do collaboration and remote work right
Companies that figure out how to carry on successfully with a distributed workforce can emerge from the ongoing pandemic stronger than before. HP offers lessons on how to do that.
‘Luminaire of the Future’ aims to revolutionise the European lighting industry
Wilfred Pohl explains how the customisable and sustainable ‘Luminaire of the Future’ aims to revolutionise European lighting in the workplace
Ontario now considering regional approach to reopening the province
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the province is now considering a regional approach to reopening.
Greece bans Britons from going on holiday in the country when it reopens its borders on June 15 due to high level of UK coronavirus cases
While citizens of 29 other countries will be allowed to travel when Greece's airports reopen to tourists on June 15, the UK's number of coronavirus cases is still too high. Pictured, Mykonos.
Joe Scarborough in WaPo Op-Ed: The slimy tsunami of bilge spewing from President Trump is hurting innocent people
It’s easy to become inured to Trump’s ceaseless depravity, which is why I’m glad I read Joe Scarborough’s Op-Ed in The Washington Post about Trump’s sociopathic obsess…
Uber introduces a new hourly rate for longer, multistop trips
Uber will charge $50 an hour for these longer trips.
British, Australian MotoGPs cancelled over Covid-19
The British and the Australian MotoGPs have both been cancelled as the coronavirus continued to cut a swathe through international motorsport.
Reds' Trevor Bauer, ex-MLB pitcher Kyle Lohse spar over negotiating tactics
Cincinnati Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer found himself in a new feud on social media – this time with retired pitcher Kyle Lohse over the league’s players union’s fight with owners over compensation for 2020.
Mum's 'unimaginable trauma' as she feared armed robbers would rape her in front of kids
Stacey Tomlinson says her family all sleep in the same room now out of fear after their home in Bolton, Greater Manchester, was targeted by thieves
Ruling means Missouri’s last abortion clinic stays open
The decision means Missouri will not become the first state without a functioning abortion clinic since 1974.
COVID-19 committees struggle to get alternative centres
Geoffrey Okiswa, the Resident District Commissioner for Serere, who also doubles as the chairperson of the district Covid-19 task force, says they were given up...
Scots mum, 28, who lost newborn baby tragically dies from lung inflammation weeks after cancer all clear
A MUM who lost her newborn baby and battled cancer twice has tragically died. Danielle Currie, 28, sadly passed away on May 11 – just weeks after being told she could leave Glasgow’s Be…
COVID-19: BAFTA TV awards to be held behind closed doors
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced that its television and craft awards will now hold behind closed doors in July.
Trump calls Minneapolis protesters ‘thugs,’ vows action
President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to take action to bring the city of Minneapolis “under control,” calling violent protesters outraged by the death of a black man in police custody “thugs” and saying that “when the looting starts, the shooting starts.”
Taiwan decriminalizes adultery in landmark ruling
TAIPEI – Taiwan’s constitutional court on Friday decriminalized adultery in a landmark judgment aimed at upholding personal rights and privacy, scrapping a law that activists said
Electricity distribution operators survived COVID-19 emergency
Electricity distribution operators successfully kept lights on for the world during the lockdowns imposed in the initial stages of COVID-19 emergency.
Coronavirus lockdown | Jharkhand flies its migrant workers back from Leh
Migrant workers flew to Delhi from Leh on a SpiceJet aircraft and would take an IndiGo flight from Delhi to Ranchi.
SARS: How India tackled previous coronavirus outbreak
Like novel coronavirus, SARS coronavirus outbreak had happened during winters in China. But unlike Covid-19 pandemic, India largely remained insulated from coronavirus outbreak back then. A story to think it over
India Rules Out Any Plan to Restrict Chinese Foreign Portfolio Investors
New Delhi (Sputnik): Border tension has been simmering between India and China after a skirmish between patrol parties in Ladakh's Galwan Valley sector earlier this...
Greece to allow visitors from 29 countries from June 15, but not UK
Greece listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic. The Greek Tourism Ministry said travellers from the permitted countries will be able to enter Greece on direct flights to Athens and to the northern city of Thessaloniki.
Turkey's AK Party plans measures seen as potential obstacle to new parties
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan’s AK Party is planning to push through measures with its nationalist allies that affect how political groups may contest elections and could hamper new opposition parties taking part in any snap elections.
We want direct primary in Ondo APC, says Olanusi
The leader of Unity Forum, Alhaji Ali Olanusi, on Thursday called for a direct primary for the selection of the All Progressives Congress governorship....
Number10 dismisses teachers' fears about returning to school as matter for heads
The majority of primary schools are expected to open up to more pupils from Monday as part of the easing of lockdown but unions remain concerned about the safety of their members
ED attaches assets of accused-turned-approver Rajiv Saxena in VVIP chopper scandal
The ED on Friday said that assets belonging to Saxena have been attached under Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) in Agusta Westland Chopper scandal and Moser Baer Bank Fraud case allegedly involving Ratul Puri, nephew of former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath.
Twitter adds 'glorifying violence' warning to Trump tweet
WASHINGTON — Twitter has added a warning to one of President Donald Trump's tweets about protests in Minneapolis, saying it violated the platform's rules about “glorifying violence.
Trump defends India-China mediation offer as effort to address PM Modi’s ‘mood’
Trump had offered to mediate on the border issue between New Delhi and Beijing in a tweet on Wednesday morning. “We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute,” Trump wrote.
India-China issue: Prime Minister Modi not in 'good mood', says Donald Trump
India on Wednesday said it was engaged with China to peacefully resolve the border row, in a carefully crafted reaction to Trump's offer to arbitrate between the two Asian giants to settle their decades-old dispute
The Alternate Universe: Mets at Phillies 5-28-20
We’re all depressed about what’s going on in the world regarding the COVID-19 outbreak, and baseball has become collateral damage. We all need to escape, and now you can read this blog in the alter…
3 people with ties to Las Vegas win James Beard media awards
Las Vegan Kim Foster won a James Beard Award in the personal essay, long form category, while “The NoMad Cocktail Book” and “Broken Bread” by Roy Choi took other awards.
Uddhav Thackeray: Centre, state must consult, cooperate to tackle Covid situation
The chief minister, who completed six months in office on Wednesday, was speaking at the Loksatta interactive web series programme, Sathicha Gazhal Maharashtracha.
English Premier League Football Is Set To Restart On June 17
If EPL resumes from June, it will be played after a break of almost 3 months. The matches will be played in an empty stadium as instructed by the authorities.
Rhys Jones' dad says son's killer 'online dating' from jail is 'galling' for family
Sean Mercer, who shot 11-year-old Rhys in a Liverpool playground in 2007, was 'openly using a phone to have a relationship with a woman on the outside' for eight months, it is alleged
Top Chinese general says need to keep military option for Taiwan
BEIJING — China needs to keep both peaceful and military options to resolve the “Taiwan issue,” a top Chinese general said on Friday.
Sanwo-Olu assures Lagosians of affordable housing
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said on Thursday that his administration would make available affordable and accessible housing for residents....
Global stocks slip as markets await Trump's HK response
SINGAPORE, May 29 ― Asia's stock markets pulled back and major currencies were held in check today, as investors await the US response to China tightening control over the city of Hong Kong. China's parliament yesterday pressed ahead with national security legislation for the city, raising fears...
Monsoon onset over Kerala likely on June 1: IMD
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Dollar bides time, yuan falls before Trump takes stage on China
TOKYO — The dollar was hemmed into a narrow trading range on Friday as traders’ focus shifted to U.
Minnesota Prosecutor Says 'Other' Evidence Does Not Support Criminal Charge in Floyd Case
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - A prosecutor in the US state of Minnesota told reporters that besides the graphic video, there is other evidence that does not support a criminal...
Coronavirus: Aulas calls for July restart as Lyon label Ligue 1 cancellation 'hasty'
Lyon chief Jean-Michel Aulas is determined for the Ligue 1 season to be completed as the Premier League and Serie A prepare to restart.
Children's Day: NOA-FCT, BPW urge leaders to provide specialised learning aids for children living with disabilities
The National Orientation Agency, FCT directorate, has called for the provision of specialised learning aids for children living with disabilities in Nigeria.
Boston Marathon cancelled due to COVID-19
More sports News: The Boston Marathon, originally scheduled to be held in April and then postponed until September because of the COVID-19 pandemic, has now been cancel
Boston Marathon canceled for first time in 124-year history
Organizers canceled the Boston Marathon on Thursday for the first time in its history, bowing to the social distancing requirements of the coronavirus outb
Graphic novels to Japanese Manga, these apps can give you your daily fix of comics
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Trump escalates Twitter, social media war after fact-check move
United States President Donald Trump has escalated his war on social media companies, signing an executive order on Thursday challenging the liability protections in US law that serve as a bedrock for unfettered speech on the internet.
SC orders free travel for stranded workers
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FDI inflows surge 18% in 2019-20 to record $74 billion
India Business News: India’s FDI inflows, including reinvested earnings, rose 18% to a record $73.5 billion during 2019-20, buoyed by a spurt in inflows into computer hard
A tribute to the volunteers and stories of everyday philanthropy
In this time of uncertainty and fear, heroes rose to the occasion to lead the charge against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
Talent is useless without work ethic and attitude: Harsha Bhogle
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Traditional owners score big win over Fortescue
Andrew Forrest's Fortescue Metals Group faces huge compensation claim after High Court rebuff.
U.S. Warns Of Russian Hacking Group's Attempts To Gain 'Dream Access' To Computer Systems
The U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) on May 28 warned government partners and private companies about a Russian hacking operation that it says uses a special intrusion technique to target operating systems often used to manage computer infrastructure.
Golden Knights’ AHL team to be called Henderson Silver Knights
Silver Knights was one of the final three names Golden Knights owner Bill Foley considered for his NHL franchise, along with Desert Knights.
Ex-Swansea chief opens up on how Daniel James ended up at Manchester United and not Leeds
James looked set to join Leeds United on transfer deadline day in January 2019, but the deal fell through at the 11th hour
Sanwo-Olu urged to avert post COVID-19 food crisis
The Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been urged to pay more attention to agriculture to avert food crisis in the Stat
CSIRO to spend up to AU$7 million annually through new procurement portal | ZDNet
The eProcurement Portal will be used to procure network, unified communications, cybersecurity, and data centre hardware, software, and services for the next five years.
Shots fired during Denver protest of Minneapolis man’s death
The shooting happened in a park near the Capitol after people gathered to protest the death of a handcuffed black man during a confrontation with a white police officer in Minnesota. No immediate reports of injuries.
Children’s Day: Centre demands policy support for development of Nigerian child
To commemorate this year’s Children’s Day, Mothers and Marginalised Advocacy Centre, MAMA Centre, has called for sustained proactive policy environment for the adequate social, cognitive, and physical development of Nigerian children.
BLACKPINK beats Fifth Harmony record; 'Sour Candy' reaches # 1 in 57 countries on Itunes.
'Sour Candy', a collaboration between BLACKPINK and Lady Gaga, has excited music fans around the world.'Sour Candy', which was released on the 28th a…
Tokyo hospital faces group infections as Japan fears second coronavirus wave
Infections in Tokyo rose to nearly 5,200 on Thursday, the highest among the country's 47 prefectures.
U.N. calls on nations to take action in six areas to limit COVID-19's financial impact
May 28 (UPI) -- U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday called for countries throughout the world to work to take action in six areas to limit the financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The 1975’s Matt Healy Deletes His Account Following Backlash Over George Floyd Tweet
Matt Healy has deleted his Twitter account after he was accused of using the death of George Floyd to self-promote his music.
Jesse Lingard drops hint over Man Utd future with candid admission
Lingard has been heavily linked with a transfer elsewhere after struggling to retain his place in the United side, while also joining forces with super agent Mino Raiola
Coronavirus hits Coalition seats the hardest, upping pressure on PM
Nine of the 10 seats with the biggest jobless increases are held by the Coalition, raising internal pressure on Scott Morrison to extend the JobKeeper allowance.
Imo SARS arrests murder suspect declared wanted in 2019
Chidiebube Okeoma, Owerri Operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Imo State Police Command have apprehended a murder and robbery suspect, Chukwuemeka Nnane, 31, for alleged involvement...
Australia's greenhouse gas emissions fall slightly in 2019
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions fell just 0.9% in 2019 as increasing emissions from liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plants largely offset declines in the power and farm sectors, government data showed on Friday.
Shramik trains ferry over 48 lakh since May 1
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Hammer-wielding woman arrested after racist rant against Latino couple
She got nailed. A hammer-wielding Texas woman was arrested Sunday after reportedly launching a racist, profanity-laced rant at a Latina doctor and her husband while misidentifying them as
Nifty view & stock calls by Nilesh Jain of Anand Rathi: Buy Titan, HCL Tech
If Nifty is unable to surpass its previous swing high of 9584.5, we can expect profit booking at higher levels
Connecticut woman allegedly spits in face of shopper going wrong way in one-way aisle
A Connecticut woman was arrested for allegedly spitting in the face of a man who was disobeying a supermarket’s one-way aisle direction, a report said. Martine Shanchuk, of Sandy Hook, tried to
Twenty20 World Cup under threat as host Australia says schedule ‘very high risk’
But the ICC has rejected claims the tournament will be postponed, insisting a number of contingency plans are being considered.
COVID-19 cases in Bihar surged to 3,185 after 149 more people have test positive
The total number of COVID-19 cases in Bihar surged to 3,185 after 149 more people have tested positive for the infection, officials said on Thursday.
Renault poised to announce 15,000 layoffs worldwide: union
French carmaker Renault is poised to announce 15,000 layoffs worldwide on Friday as it unveils a plan to boost its profitability and cope with ...
Patients share beds as coronavirus cases overwhelm Mumbai’s hospitals
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Twitter hits back at Trump’s executive order targeting social media sites
Twitter struck back at President Trump’s executive order targeting social media giants on Thursday, saying it threatens the future of online speech and Internet freedoms. “This EO is a
'Boys' club': Inquiry finds unacceptable sexual harassment, bullying at Airservices
Former sex discrimination commissioner Elizabeth Broderick has found a deeply troubling workplace culture at Airservices Australia, the federal agency responsible for safe skies.
Trump violating law by not updating budget, outside experts say
The WHite House decision not to update its budget estimates is against the law, an outside group that advocates for fiscal discipline said Thursday.
Stranded in paradise: Hundreds of sailors stuck in Pacific
There are some 550 sailboats currently sheltering in French Polynesia, according to a manifest kept by maritime authorities, and more sailors have been stranded by the pandemic elsewhere in the South Pacific, in Fiji, Tonga, New Zealand and Australia.
COVID-19: Trump feeling ‘absolutely great’ after taking hydroxychloroquine, says White House
The drug is not FDA-approved for the treatment of COVID-19 but it has been identified as a possible treatment for the infection
Trump officials consider defying Congress to sell more weapons to Saudi Arabia | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> The Trump administration is moving to sell another cache of munitions to Saudi Arabia, according to lawmakers and congressional aides, a step that would again defy Congress and ignore the objections of lawmakers in both parties about Riyadh’s human rights record.
North Koreans charged in wide-ranging $3.7B sanctions-busting scheme
The indictment, unsealed on Thursday in Washington's federal court, is believed to be the largest criminal enforcement action ever brought against North Korea.
Talks on support for German car industry delayed: Bild
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UN chief warns leaders pandemic may cause historic famine
The U.N. chief on Thursday warned the largest gathering of world leaders since the coronavirus pandemic began that it will cause “unimaginable devastation and suffering around the world,” with historic levels of hunger and famine and up to 1.6 billion people unable to earn a living.
US President Issues Executive Order Aimed At Twitter, Facebook
US President Donald Trump has signed another executive order, this time aimed at social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Unsurprisingly, Trump’s
Stranded in paradise: Hundreds of sailors stuck in Pacific due to coronavirus shutdown | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WELLINGTON, New Zealand >> For as long as she can remember, 28-year-old Kristen Pankratz has shared in her dad’s dream to sail around the world. Life somehow always got in the way. But after giving up her advertising job in Dallas, she finally set sail with her parents in January.
Twitter, Reddit Challenge US Rules Forcing Visa Applicants To Disclose Their Social Media Handles
Twitter and Reddit have filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit challenging a U.S. government rule change compelling visa applicants to disclose their social media handles. From a report: The lawsuit, brought by the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University, the Brennan Center f...
‘Spoke to PM Modi, he is not in good mood,’ says Donald Trump about India-China tensions
The United States president had on Wednesday offered to mediate between the two countries amid escalating border tensions.
YouTuber Myka Stauffer made 'difficult decision to rehome son to give him best chance'
Myka Stauffer's lawyers have spoken out amid the backlash the YouTuber has faced after deciding to rehome her autistic adopted son 'to give him the best care'
Phantasy Star Online 2's Microsoft Store Launch Has Been A Mess
Eight years after its original release, scifi MMORPG Phantasy Star Online 2 finally became available on PC in North America yesterday. The only problem? It came exclusively to the Microsoft Store, leading to all sorts of errors and complications for many players....
Italy's Serie A to resume on June 20
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Traditional owners score big win over Fortescue
Andrew Forrest's Fortescue Metals Group facesa huge compensation claim after High Court rebuff.
China To Ban Import Of Pigs From India Over African Swine Fever: Report
Citing concerns over African swine fever (ASF), China has announced that it will put a ban on imports of pigs, wild boar and related products from India.
Walt Disney World Temporarily Suspends Dining Plans, FastPasses, And Extra Magic Hours
Significant changes are coming to the Walt Disney World Resort upon the parks’ reopening in mid-July, but it’s more than anyone imagined. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Disney will ...
'Go to hell': Hecklers unload on Maryland county official at reopening announcement
Maryland residents fed up with stay-at-home orders vented their frustration during the announcement of Montgomery County's soft reopening.
4 more COVID-19 deaths in Telangana; 117 fresh cases, tally now 2256
4 more people succumbed to the coronavirus in Telangana pushing the death toll to 67, while 117 fresh COVID-19 cases were reported on Thursday taking the tally to 2,256, authorities said.
Serie A gets green light for restart on June 20
Italy's top-flight Serie A soccer league has been given the go-ahead to restart on June 20 following the novel coronavirus stoppage, the country's ...
North Koreans charged in wide-ranging $3.7b sanctions-busting scheme
The indictment is believed to be the largest criminal enforcement action ever brought against North Korea.
Aimia vows to fight Air Canada's court move to halt upcoming merger
Aimia Inc. says it plans to defend itself against a move by Air Canada in Quebec Superior Court to halt a merger that the smaller company sees as key to its corporate reinvention.
US House Democrats demand probes of police killings of black Americans
WASHINGTON, May 29 — The Democratic-controlled US House Judiciary Committee yesterday asked the Justice Department to investigate systemic police misconduct following a spate of high-profile police killings of African Americans. The killings of George Floyd in Minneapolis, who died when a white...
Stranded in paradise: hundreds of sailors stuck in Pacific
It could be worse, say those whose sailing plans have been upended by landing restrictions.
Ottawa urged to restore funding to groups that help exploited women, girls
Opposition MPs sent a letter Wednesday to Trudeau, Maryam Monsef and Bill Blair denouncing the decision to not renew federal funding for groups that help sexually exploited women and girls
North Koreans charged in wide-ranging $3.7b sanctions-busting scheme
The indictment is believed to be the largest criminal enforcement action ever brought against North Korea.
Amirudin’s pol-sec dismisses claims of secret meeting between Selangor MB and home minister, Azmin
SHAH ALAM, May 29 — There was no secret meeting between Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari and Senior Minister cum Minister of International Trade and Industry Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali and Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin yesterday. This was confirmed by the mentri...
Glimmer in Covid surge: Less than 5% of all patients require critical care
Of the total 83,004 active cases on May 27, less than 3500 needed any kind of intervention -- oxygen therapy, ICU or ventilators.
Factbox: What China's tougher national security regime could mean for Hong Kong
HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s parliament has approved a decision to go forward with national security legislation on Hong Kong to tackle secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign interference in a city roiled by anti-government protests.
Rising US job losses stir fears of lasting economic damage
WASHINGTON — The coronavirus crisis threw at least 2.
UN chief warns leaders pandemic may cause historic famine
The U.N. chief on Thursday warned the largest gathering of world leaders since the coronavirus pandemic began that it will cause “unimaginable devastation and suffering around the world,” with historic levels of hunger and famine and up to 1.6 billion people unable to earn a living.
OC teens form group to pass out free masks, encourage their use
Three Orange County teens have formed a group to give out at least 500 masks to help the community find unity after protests of stay-at-home orders.
US joins G7 artificial intelligence group to counter China
US involvement is important because of the large role that American tech firms play globally and its historic advocacy for human rights, said Kay Mathiesen, an associate professor focused on computer ethics at Northeastern University in Boston.
Two-time world champion Gary Anderson storms into PDC Home Tour semi-finals
The Scot had another perfect night on the oche.
Ontario's strict rules for reopening dental clinics differ from other provinces
For dentists in Ontario, reopening their clinics means fulfilling a long list of expensive safety requirements that could be challenging to meet.
Donald Trump's order taking aim at Twitter is 'bluster': legal experts
An executive order signed by Trump on Thursday directs federal agencies to clarify the scope of a law known as Section 230, which protects internet companies from liability for illegal content posted by users.
Esteban Loaiza Blew Through $44M Before Being Caught With 44 Pounds of Cocaine
(Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images) Esteban Loaiza had everything and just threw it all away. It’s a wild tale of…
Trump has officially declared war on Twitter and Facebook. Here's the latest on the executive order targeting social media and the reaction at internet companies.
Trump's executive order represents a direct challenge to social media companies like Twitter and Facebook, but legal experts say it faces steep hurdles.
Alien fear led undie-clad man to carjack woman, bite cop, court told
Wearing only undies and ECG dots, Benedict Kearney carjacked a woman, sped down the wrong side of a road and then bit a policeman who tried to arrest him.
Twenty20 World Cup under threat as host Australia says schedule ‘very high risk’
But the ICC has rejected claims the tournament will be postponed, insisting a number of contingency plans are being considered.
Rony Abovitz confirms Magic Leap's new funding, will step down as CEO
Magic Leap has secured new funding to back its plan in building augmented reality tech for business use, but it will eventually move forward with a new CEO as Rony Abovitz is stepping down.
Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police
MINNEAPOLIS, May 29 — Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis yesterday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck. The latest spasm of unrest in...
In the US, camera phones increasingly expose racism
From the death of a black man in Minneapolis to a racist incident in Central Park, camera phones are increasingly being used as a weapon against racism even when justice doesn't always follow.
Germany records highest number of anti-Semitic crimes since 2001 - Europe
German police registered 2,032 anti-Semitic crimes, including two killings, in 2019, up 13% from 2018.
USD/CNH struggles to hold near to 7.20, bearish bets of weaker dollar play out
USD/CNH has been sent back to a low of 7.1659 on Friday, travelling from a monthly high printed yesterday and a touch below there today at 7.1770 as E
What China's tougher national security regime could mean for Hong Kong
HONG KONG, May 29 — China's parliament has approved a decision to go forward with national security legislation on Hong Kong to tackle secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign interference in a city roiled by anti-government protests. The move is seen as a turning point, as leaders of the...
OnePlus to make affordable phones again, CEO Pete Lau confirms
Back when OnePlus One was released in 2014, the Shenzhen, China-based company had a vision of bringing excellent phones at the most affordable prices ever known. The strategy worked as they were co…
We'll tackle interstate movement of armed bandits - Military assures Nigerians
The military was reacting to worries from some quarters that bandits could escape from states where the Armed Forces of Nigeria are currently bombarding them.
Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota’s governor activated the National Guard on Thursday to help police restore order following two days of violent protests in Minneapolis city over the death of a black man seen in graphic video footage gasping for breath as a white officer knelt on his neck.
Twitter belatedly fact-checks 2 Chinese propaganda tweets from March
Twitter fact-checks tweets from Chinese government spokesman spreading coronavirus conspiracy theory
Senator sees US sticking to trade deal with China despite pandemic concerns
U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley on Thursday said he did not expect President Donald Trump to walk away from a Phase 1 trade ...
Rising US job losses stir fears of lasting economic damage
WASHINGTON — The coronavirus crisis threw at least 2.
'Boys' club': Inquiry finds unacceptable sexual harassment, bullying at Airservices
Former sex discrimination commissioner Elizabeth Broderick has found a deeply troubling workplace culture at Airservices Australia, the federal agency responsible for safe skies.
Islamic State calls Covid-19 God's punishment for foes, tape says
CAIRO, May 29 — Islamic State (IS) said the coronavirus pandemic was divine punishment for its enemies, according to an audio broadcast yesterday, where the jihadists also vowed more attacks. The person on the tape, which was posted on one of the militants' websites but could not be verified by...
Cypriot Cabinet approves bill on EastMed Pipeline
Cyprus' government has approved the bill on the EastMed pipeline project, the country’s Energy Minister George Lakkotrypis said in a statement.
Shots fired at Denver protest over George Floyd as protesters block freeway
Shooting reported near Capitol but no immediate injuries as mayor calls on demonstrators to ‘leave weapons at home’
Madison Beer Responds To Backlash Over Complaining About Being Too ‘Pretty’ Amid A National Tragedy!
The singer thought she was just opening up about her personal struggles but people did not appreciate her complaining when it was basically all about
Maharashtra Governor appreciates Sonu Sood’s relief work
Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari has appreciated Sonu Sood for his work. The actor has helped many migrants reach their destination amid the lockdown.
UN chief warns leaders pandemic may cause historic famine
The U.N. chief on Thursday warned the largest gathering of world leaders since the coronavirus pandemic began that it will cause “unimaginable devastation and suffering around the world,” with historic levels of hunger and famine and up to 1.6 billion people unable to earn a living unless action is taken now.
Family petitions Ugwuanyi, IG over 70-year-old woman’s death
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National Guard called to respond to Minneapolis violence
US News: Minnesota governor Tim Walz called in the National Guard on Thursday as looting broke out in St. Paul and a wounded Minneapolis braced for more violen
Crashed Pakistan plane hit runway three times on first approach, says minister
ISLAMABAD/PARIS, May 29 — The captain of a Pakistani airliner that crashed last week, killing 97 people on board, approached Karachi airport without announcing he couldn't open his landing gear and hit the runway three times, a government minister said yesterday. Search teams recovered the...
Ford Puma ST Rendering Previews The Crossover Hot Hatch
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An economic Cold War was long coming
The US has always felt threatened by China’s rise. The Covid crisis has sharpened the conflict of economic interests
Suriname leader seeks recount after poll defeat
PARAMARIBO, May 29 — Suriname's ruling party is calling for a recount of votes in Monday's general election, the party leader and President Desi Bouterse said yesterday, after preliminary results showed the opposition winning. Defeat would likely end a decade in power for Bouterse, a former...
COVID-19 in live updates: India sees highest single day jump as cases cross 1.65 lakh; recovery rate hikes to 42.88%
Maharashtra has the highest number of cases with nearly 60,000 positive cases of infection and close to 2,000 deaths.
Singaporeans can expect to eat out, hit the gym, shop by end-June
Singaporeans can look forward to hitting the gym, eating out and shopping again when the second phase of the “circuit breaker” exit plan happens, which is expected to take place before June ends if COVID-19 transmissions remain low.
Violent protests over George Floyd death spread beyond Minneapolis
The Minneapolis unrest ravaged several blocks in the Longfellow neighborhood, with scattered rioting reaching for miles across the city. It was the second consecutive night of violent protests following Floyd’s death Monday.
COVID-19 in India live updates: Gurugram adds 18 new containment zones as cases increase, total 63
Maharashtra has the highest number of cases with nearly 60,000 positive cases of infection and close to 2,000 deaths.
Nevada law enforcement leaders call George Floyd’s death alarming
Nevada law enforcement leaders on Thursday distanced their agencies from the actions of a Minneapolis police officer involved in the death of an unarmed black man.
COP26 climate talks pushed back to November 2021
The UN's climate science advisory panel makes it clear that time is not on our side
Regulator Asks 5 Firms To Recall Diabetes Drug Over Carcinogen Concerns
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on Thursday it has recommended five pharmaceutical firms to voluntarily recall their diabetes drug metformin after the agency found high levels of a possible cancer-causing impurity in some versions of the medication.
Donald Trump says PM Modi not in good mood over big border conflict with China, reiterates offer to mediate
Reiterating his offer to mediate between India and China on the border row, US President Donald Trump said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not in a good about the ongoing big conflict with China.
NSA warns of ongoing Russian hacking campaign against US systems
REUTERS: The U.S. National Security Agency on Thursday warned government partners and private companies about a Russian hacking operation that ...
The Push to Modernize California Courts Hits a Budgetary Wall
The California Judicial Council's push for a digital courthouse is up in the air as the judiciary faces $216 million in budget cuts due to the viral pandemic.
CIDG files complaint vs 2 Chinese over makeshift hospital in Clark resort
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Regional Field Unit 3 also files a complaint against the lessee of the villa at the Fontana Leisure Park that housed the underground hospital and pharmacy
AUD/USD: Bulls and bears jostle above 0.6600 amid risk-off sentiment
While extending its pullback moves from the intraday low, AUD/USD rises to 0.6638 during Friday’s Asian session. Even so, the Aussie pair manages to f
Jon Jones goes off on Dana White for ‘lying’ about ‘absurd’ money demand - ‘It’s absolute bullsh*t!’
Jon Jones took to social media to fire off on Dana White, accusing him of lying about the absurd money demand he allegedly requested to fight Francis Ngannou.
1574 passengers arrive at Jammu, Srinagar Airports
1574 passengers arrive at Jammu, Srinagar Airports Jammu Tawi, May 28: About 15 domestic flights with 1574 passengers on board today arrived at Jammu and Srinagar Airports on Day 4 of resumption of the air services in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. A total of 294 passengers aboard 6 regular commercial flights arrived at […]
Alien fear led undie-clad man to carjack woman, bite cop, court told
Wearing only undies and ECG dots, Benedict Kearney carjacked a woman, sped down the wrong side of a road and then bit a policeman who tried to arrest him.
Female keeper attacked by two lions at popular NSW zoo
LATEST @ 12.30 PM | A female zookeeper has been airlifted to hospital after being attacked by two lions at a zoo in NSW. Emergency crews were called to Shoalhaven Zoo just before 10.
Major car bomb attack averted in Pulwama
Major car bomb attack averted in Pulwama Highlights Car contained approx. 45 Kg of explosives Fled 2 check points while being fired at, later found abandoned Plot hatched by Hizb, Jaish together to target security forces Case likely to be handed over to NIA Abid Bashir Srinagar, May 28: Security Forces on Wednesday thwarted […]
Motorcyclists protesting ban beat Lagos guards to a pulp
Deji Lambo There was tension in the Zone 4 of the Lekki Peninsula Scheme 1 in Lagos State recently when no fewer than 50 motorcyclists protesting the ban on their operations stormed the area with ...
Notting Hill reeling after bodies identified as mother and son
Two people found dead at a home in Notting Hill in Melbourne's south-east were a mother and son.
Parents oppose plan to reopen Lagos schools
Some parents in Lagos State have kicked against the reopening of schools in view of the continued spread of the coronavirus in the country. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the parents sai...
'Boys' club': Inquiry finds unacceptable sexual harassment, bullying at Airservices
Former sex discrimination commissioner Elizabeth Broderick has found a deeply troubling workplace culture at Airservices Australia, the federal agency responsible for safe skies.
Adah Sharma On What She Learned During Lockdown: “From Slicing Watermelons…”
Actress Adah Sharma has no idea about how or when shooting will resume amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and is hoping that once they go on sets everyone acts responsibly and take necessary precau
Twitter labels Trump tweet as ‘glorifying violence’
U.S. president had said ‘when the looting starts, the shooting starts’ regarding protests in Minnesota.
Sour Candy: Has Lady Gaga Copied Katy Perry’s 2017 Song Swish Swish? Here’s All You Want To Know
Lady Gaga's latest song Sour Candy from Chromatica album hit the web world yesterday and ranked at the popularity charts immediately. The song which marks Lady Gaga's collaboration with BLACKPINK be
National Guard called in to control Minneapolis riots
Violence continues for second day following death of black man in custody
Day 66 of coronavirus lockdown: Ground report from Indian cities
India News: NEW DELHI: The number of novel coronavirus cases in various cities across the country continued to rise as the city administrations tried to get the l.
Proposed USCIS furlough could impact tech firms
Following the national lockdown which was announced in the US about two months ago, application and petition receipts have dropped to half, impacting the ability of the agency to continue to function effectively. The USCIS relies primarily on income from visa processing to keep itself running.
Explainer: What's in the US law protecting internet companies?
US President Donald Trump is expected to order a review of a federal law known as Section 230, which protects internet companies like Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet's Google from being responsible
West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose Tests Positive For Covid-19 As State Sees Highest One-Day Spike With New 344 Cases
A total of 4,536 cases have been reported from the state so far.
New Zealand near eradication, but virus has grim global hold
In the U.S., the virus threw more than 2 million people out of work last week despite the gradual reopening of businesses, stoking fears the scourge is doing deep and potentially long-lasting damage to the world's largest economy.
Man Utd legend Paddy Crerand on 1968 European Cup success - a triumph tinged with regret
EXCLUSIVE: 52 years since Manchester United became the first English club to lift the European Cup, goalkeeper Paddy Crerand looks back on a triumph tinged with regret
Court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for Nawaz Sharif
Hearing has been adjourned till June 11
Brazil sees record number of Covid-19 cases, more than 1,000 deaths in 24 hours
Brazil registered a new record in Covid-19 cases and more than 1,000 dead in a 24-hour period, according to official figures released on Thursday.
BoC: The most depleted stockpile of monetary policy ammo any modern governor has inherited – NBF
Warren Lovely and Taylor Schleich from the National Bank of Canada offer up some high-level commentary on how certain conditions evolved under Poloz’s
Dutch trade minister candidate to head WTO, broadcaster says
AMSTERDAM — Dutch trade minister Sigrid Kaag is among the candidates to become the next director general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dutch public broadcaster NOS reported, citing sources close to the matter.
PMC, PCMC to help PMPML pay 2,200 daily wage workers
As reported by The Indian Express earlier, over the past fortnight, the PMPML had asked these workers to sit at home as the undertaking had no work for them amid the nationwide lockdown.
Murray brothers to return to court in June as part of British battle
Jamie Murray is co-organising a tournament.
Bill Vance: Jensen-Healey famed engineer’s swan song
Donald Healey could be called a natural engineer, a man with an innate mechanical talent. His engineering training, natural ability and initiative resulted in his name being carried on several cars. . .
Odisha reports 63 new COVID-19 cases, total rises to 1,723
63 more people have tested positive for COVID-19 in Odisha, taking the total in the State to 1,723, a Health Department official said here on May 29. Of the fresh cases, 61 had recently returned to th
Softbank-backed Coupang under scrutiny after S.Korea warehouse virus outbreak
SEOUL (Reuters) - Deluged with online orders as the coronavirus epidemic swept South Korea, e-commerce giant Coupang opened a new groceries warehouse and logistics centre near Seoul in March, providing food and other essentials to shoppers sheltering at home.
Twitter hides Trump and White House tweets over 'glorification of violence'
Twitter has hidden one of two recent tweets from US President Donald Trump, saying it “violated the Twitter rules about glorifying violence.”
Explained: What's in the US law protecting internet companies?
US President Donald Trump is expected to order a review of a federal law known as Section 230, which protects internet companies like Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet's Google from being responsible
‘PM Modi Not In Good Mood About What’s Going On With China’: Trump Says India Not Happy Over Border Issue
United States President Donald Trump while responding to a question over the ongoing border stand-off between India and China along the LAC in Ladakh, said that he has spoken to Prime Minister Narendra Modi about it and the latter is not happy with “what’s going on with China”.
Chief Medical Officer backs voluntary use of face masks on public transport
Brendan Murphy has backed the voluntary use of face masks as a new study shows they can reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 when people are asymptomatic.
Bid to bring post-Brexit customs training academy to Dundee
A pitch by Dundee City Council leader John Alexander to bring a post-Brexit training academy to the city is to be explored by the UK government.
When will Liverpool be champions? And who will be facing the drop?
The Premier League is set to return on 17 June and there is still a host of issues to be resolved.
MWSS says consumers in Metro can pay water bills in staggered amounts
To avoid bill shock, the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System says the public can settle their accounts 'in drops'
On This Day: Janet Guthrie becomes first woman to compete in Indy 500
On May 29, 1977, Janet Guthrie became the first woman to compete in the Indianapolis 500. She completed 27 laps before her car became disabled.
Donald Trump Signs Executive Order Reducing Legal Protection for Social Media Platforms
Following a feud with Twitter.
Australian zoo worker mauled in 'harrowing' attack by lions
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Two lions attacked a woman worker at an Australian zoo on Friday as she was cleaning their enclosure, inflicting critical wounds on her head and neck, officials said.
Matt Hancock's obsession with hospitals has warped priorities and cost lives
The government’s chaotic approach has been to treat the sickness rather than stop the spread of the virus
Taking urgent steps for cremation of COVID-19 deceased, Delhi govt tells HC
The Delhi government told the court that 28 such bodies were cremated on Thursday and the last rites of the remaining 35 will be performed by Saturday.
Taiwan president visits bookshop to show solidarity with Hong Kongers
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Friday visited a bookshop that has become a symbol of resistance to perceived Chinese encroachments on Hong Kong's liberties, vowing to give help to the city's citizens fleeing to the democratic island. Tsai this week became the first world leader to pledge specific
Chief Medical Officer backs voluntary use of face masks on public transport
Brendan Murphy has backed the voluntary use of face masks as a new study shows they can reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 when people are asymptomatic.
Mpilo nurse, three patients catch Covid-19
Four people in Bulawayo including a nurse at Mpilo Central Hospital and a patient who went to the health institution for treatment have tested positive for Covid-19.
This Is The Cancelled Google Pixel 4a XL
Images of the cancelled Google Pixel 4a XL have just surfaced. The phone actually appeared in both renders, and real-life images. Well, kind of. Renders
Trump calls protesters ‘thugs’ after George Floyd death in police custody
The US leader vowed that ‘when the looting starts, the shooting starts’.
38,431 migrants sent to their native states, over 1 lakh were registered
The administration claimed that the concerning states and the Indian Railways will consult if the demand of more Shramik train rise.
Boston Marathon cancelled for the first time in 124-year history
The world’s most prestigious marathon has been held every year since 1897 inception
India, US could strike a ‘smaller’ trade deal in the coming weeks: Indian envoy
According to India's ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu, India and the US could strike a smaller trade deal in the coming weeks
Coronavirus: Delhi to allow use of wood for cremating patients as bodies pile up in morgues
Using wood for the cremation of bodies was not permitted earlier for the fear of increasing the risk of exposure to the coronavirus.
Top facts about Oscar Wilde on the anniversary of his wedding
On November 30, 1900, legendary Irish author Oscar Wilde passed away
Samsung's Next Galaxy Watch Appears on FCC Listing, Reveals More Information - Gizchina.com
Samsung's net-gen Galaxy Watch wearable has now appeared on the FCC listing revealing more information along the way. Here's what we now know about it.
Kidnappers demand N20m to free Nasarawa CAN chair
Kidnappers of Nasarawa State chairman of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Bishop Joseph Masin, have demanded N20 million to set him free.
Trump Confirms Deployment Of US Army To Shoot Protestors In Minneapolis Protesting Murder of Blacks By Police.
Trump Wants Army To Shoot Protestors - Confirms Troops Deployment.In a series of tweets,Trump says he wants the protestors to be shot
In the Netherlands, robot waiters will serve customers amid virus
A restaurant in the Netherlands is planning on using robots as servers as lockdown restrictions lift.
Australian Pubs to Offer Free Beer as Breweries Rolling Out Free Kegs
It's been two months since pubs, bars and restaurants were forced to shut their doors in Australia due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and a lockdown, which the...
Cops That Kneed On George Floyd’s Neck Received Multiple Complaints In The Past
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Girl (5) rescued after lilo drifted to sea in ‘good health’
Shannon Rescue 115 helicopter called to scene on Thursday afternoon
Lautaro Martinez will sign for Barcelona but only once this happens
Lautaro Martinez will sign for Barcelona but only once this happens
Dentists to reopen in less than two weeks but expect very long waits to be seen
Britain's chief dental officer has asked people to be patient as practices get up and running.
Pandemic hit to Japan's factory, retail sectors deeper than expected; jobless rate up to 2.6%
Japan's April factory output fell at a much faster-than-expected pace and retail sales tumbled the most in more than two decades as a coronavirus-triggered state of emergency dealt a heavy blow to the economy. Global activity ground to a halt in April as government-imposed lockdowns due to the pandemic disrupted…
Beijing Urges Foreign Nations to Cease Attempts at Meddling in Hong Kong Affairs
The day before, China's parliament overwhelmingly passed a resolution to draft a law on national security in Hong Kong that would outlaw secessionism in the territory...
Dissident Chinese artist warns of hidden cost of Beijing's Belt and Road deal
One of China’s most prolific and well-known political cartoonists warns the Victorian Premier over Beijing's signature policy.
Mother appeals to find 15-year-old daughter's rapist after teenager with learning difficulties was attacked in alleyway on her way home from school
The mother of a 15-year-old school girl who was raped on her way home from school in Streatham, south London in September 2019 said the attack has destroyed her daughter's confidence.
The Champions League upgrade Frank Lampard is eyeing to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga at Chelsea
With Kepa potentially heading back to Spain in the next transfer window, Chelsea are reportedly eyeing up his replacement
Inventor of ventilator used for coronavirus George Weisz dead at 90: report
George Weisz, a tinkerer-turned-mechanical engineer who designed a popular ventilator being used to treat the coronavirus, has died in the UK at the age of 90, according to a report.
Can Pneumatic Compression Help You Recover Faster?
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'Revenge': Murdered Libyan smuggler's family kills 30 migrants
The family of a Libyan smuggler killed by migrants has killed 30 migrants in a revenge attack, Libya's United Nations-recognised government said.
Shameik Moore: Spider-Man actor condemned for suggesting black community should stop ‘blaming’ police brutality on racism
Spider-Man actor Shameik Moore has faced backlash after appearing to argue that black people should no longer identify racism as the cause of police brutality, and suggesting Rosa Parks should have
2 000 vehicles impounded for lockdown violations in Bulawayo
More than 2 000 vehicles have been impounded and motorists fined for lockdown defiance in Bulawayo as some people continue to disregard the call to stay at home.
USD/JPY drops to near 2-week lows amid escalating US-China tensions
The USD/JPY pair dived to near two-week lows in the last hour, albeit managed to find some support ahead of the 107.00 round-figure mark. Having repea
Robinhood Names Surabhi Gupta as VP of Engineering
Robinhood has expanded its Engineering team with the appointment of Surabhi Gupta, who has been named as the Vice President of Engineering.
Premier League sets precedent for West Brom and Leeds promotion - reports
West Bromwich Albion and Leeds United, the Championship's top two, are eager to complete the campaign and win promotion
Class opening
VARIOUS quarters support the view that if the country’s public schools are allowed to open as scheduled, the government ought to ensure the health, safety and welfare of students and teachers.
Coronavirus news live - 377 more dead in the UK and lockdown latest
Here, we bring you the live updates on the latest news, developments and guidance on the Covid-19 pandemic.
Is Pakistan dumping traditional allies Saudi-UAE for their support to India ?
While Qatar has reportedly supported this trio vis a vis Saudis and UAE as part of its regional strategy in the Gulf, Doha has warmed up to Delhi and PM Narendra Modi spoke with its Emir this week on the occasion of EiD.
Trump’s newly-signed executive order targets Twitter and other social media companies
In case you missed it, U.S. President Donald Trump was recently involved in a tiff of sorts with social media giants, Twitter. The basis of the issue stemmed from Twitter’s move to label two of the president’s Tweets as “potentially misleading”, with Trump responding angrily in a series of Tweets on his account, which has 80.4 million followers.
Tobacco industry using 'deadly' tactics to hook kids
Ahead of its World No Tobacco Day on Sunday, the World Health Organisation says 44 million children aged 13 to 15 are smoking.
Alleged Daesh Tape Calls COVID-19 Divine Retribution for Enemies
Daesh has ramped up attacks on both security forces and civilians in remote rural areas of Iraq while the local government is focusing its efforts on tackling the...
Science News Briefs from All Over
Here are some brief reports about science and technology from around the planet, including one about an incredibly well-preserved horned lark ( Eremophila alpestris ), like the one pictured, that lived 46,000 years ago.
Kidnappers’ buildings demolished in Calabar - The Nation Nigeria
The Cross River State government has pulled down buildings said to be owned by kidnappers in Calabar, the state capital...
Wind of Change: Why a podcast about a '90s power ballad is 'ripe for right now'
The popular new podcast investigates a rumour that the 1990 Scorpions hit was actually penned by the CIA to hasten the USSR's demise.
Blue State Blues: Donald Trump Is Defending the First Amendment; Joe Biden Is Attacking It
Trump's rhetoric is over-the-top. Yet his actions, as usual, not only obey the First Amendment but reinforce it. Biden would do the opposite.
Foreign workers nabbed throughout MCO without valid documents, says senior minister
PUTRAJAYA, May 29 — All foreign workers nabbed during the enforcement period of the movement control order (MCO) since March 18 did not have valid travel documents, said Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He said the foreigners should have a travel...
Pam 'never really married' - Entertainment News
Pamela Anderson's brief 2020 'marriage' to movie boss Jon Peters never happened, according to the Baywatch star.
Spoilers: Geoff reels in Corrie as makes a devastating discovery
Geoff is left in shock when he makes a huge discovery.
Don't open state borders, relax borrowing limits: Chhattisgarh CM to Shah
The telephonic conversation between Baghel and Union Home Minister took place on Thursday
Liverpool starlet in demand, Bristol Rovers target set to move – League One morning headlines
The stories making the headlines around League One on May 29
MotoGP, British and Australian Grands Prix cancelled
MotoGP: Customers who have purchased a ticket that they will be given the option of either transferring their booking directly to 2021, or taking a full refund.
Yen perks up, dollar sags as markets jittery before Trump speaks on China
TOKYO, May 29 ― The yen rose against major currencies today as caution ahead of US President Donald Trump's press conference on China's treatment of Hong Kong triggered safe-haven inflows. The dollar drifted lower against the euro and the British pound but could quickly reverse course amid...
Xbox Family Settings app for Android ready to download
In an effort to help parents manage their households in this time of COVID-19, Microsoft’s Xbox team has introduced a new app. The Xbox Family Settings App which is still in preview mode on t…
Yogi Govt To Sign Pact With Industry Bodies To Provide Employment To 9.5 Lakh Workers Each Year
The Yogi Adityanath led Uttar Pradesh government will today (29 May) sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the industry bodies like Indian Industries Association (IIA), National Real Estate Development Council and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to provide employment to 9.5 lakh workers in the state, Times of India has reported.
EUR/USD: Four reasons for a correction
EUR/USD has hit 1.11 – the highest since March – amid hopes for EU stimulus, dollar weakness but the sharp run may be followed by a temporary rethink
NIA files chargesheet in Purnea fake currency case
The National Investigation Agency has filed a chargesheet in connection with a fake currency case, reported at Purnea, Bihar.The case relates to the recovery of fake currency having a total face value of Rs 1,90,500.
Investors fear cryptocurrency CEO accused of stealing millions could be on the run
A man accused of stealing millions from Bitcoin investors appears to have made a run for it.
Lockdown 5.0: Amit Shah meets PM Modi after talk with chief ministers on future course
Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday visited PM Modi to discuss the future course of the nationwide lockdown as Lockdown 4.0 nears an end.
Lord Falconer says Dominic Cummings 'unquestionably broke the law'
Labour have now called for the Attorney General Suella Braverman to apologise for backing Dominic Cummings before the police had commented on the case
Alleged Rwandan genocide bankroller to be tried in Arusha: judge
Described as Africa's most wanted man, Kabuga has been held in a French jail since his May 16 arrest at his home outside Paris.
Dissident Chinese artist warns of hidden cost of Beijing's Belt and Road deal
One of China’s most prolific and well-known political cartoonists warns the Victorian Premier over Beijing's signature policy.
MIT university elects school's first-ever black woman as student body president since 1861
Sophomore Danielle Geathers has been elected the first black female president of the undergraduate association at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Read.
Go-go bars gone as coronavirus hits Bangkok's sex district
BANGKOK, May 29 — The black leather party masks that performers May and Som wear for their fetish shows in Bangkok are definitely not the sort to stop the coronavirus. Behind closed doors, they practise for the day when health restrictions are lifted and tourists return, but they have no idea...
Which countries have not reported any coronavirus cases?
In December 2019, the coronavirus was seemingly confined to China. But, a few weeks later, the virus, which causes the illness known as COVID-19, became a global pandemic.
Boy, 12, charged over death of girl in WA ute rollover
A 12-year-old boy has been charged over the death of a girl thrown from the tray of the ute he was driving in far north Western Australia.
Apple is now selling refurbished models of the iPhone XR for $499
Two years after the initial launch, Apple has started selling refurbished models of the iPhone XR on its website. Price begins at $499 for the 64 GB variant and goes up to $639 for the 256 GB variant.
Five percent of Indonesia's COVID-19 cases are children: Ministry
According to the Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Ministry, around 5 percent of all people found to be COVID-19-positive in Indonesia are children below 17 years of age.
Algorithm quickly simulates a roll of loaded dice
The fast and efficient generation of random numbers has long been an important challenge. For centuries, games of chance have relied on the roll of a die, the flip of a coin, or the shuffling of cards ...
Govt moves to halt crude export in natural state - The Nation Nigeria
In its bid to sustain the economy following the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Government (FG) is putting plans in motion to implement ways to halt...
New photos show extent of ruin at Strathmartine Hospital as plans labelled last chance to save site
Work to transform a derelict Tayside landmark could begin as early as next year after fresh photos showed the ruined state of the most substantial building on the site.
Tokyo stocks close lower on US-China tension
TOKYO, May 29 ― Tokyo stocks closed lower today, snapping a four-day winning streak, with investor sentiment dampened by rising US-China tensions over Hong Kong. The Nikkei 225 index slipped 0.18 per cent, or 38.42 points, at 21,877.89. Over the week, the key index rose 7.31 per cent. The broader...
Worshippers at Jewish temple dating back 2,700 years 'took cannabis'
The discovery of cannabis in the form of hashish has shocked Biblical scholars
Award-winning drama 'Poppie Nongena' coming to DStv BoxOffice
The movie, 'Poppie Nongena' based on the award-winning novel by Elsa Joubert will be available on DStv BoxOffice in June.
Carmelo Anthony weighs in on Michael Jordan-LeBron James GOAT debate
Carmelo Anthony wasn’t comfortable with the question, but he acknowledges there is just one basketball GOAT — Michael Jordan. The former New York Knick — who talked with CBS Sports on
Hydroxychloroquine combination risky for cancer patients with COVID-19: Study
Cancer patients with COVID-19 who were treated with a drug combination promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump to counter the coronavirus were ...
Necessity of planning a good exit strategy — Farhan Kamarulzaman
MAY 29 — While the conditional movement control order (CMCO) is still in progress, we hope the government can come up with a plan for a successful exit strategy at the earliest possible moment. This should not be delayed, as the ideal time to prepare, draft and formulate a successful exit...
Swifts, Giants stars slam government on community netball inaction
NSW Swifts captain Maddy Proud, coach Briony Akle, Giants captains Jo Harten and Julie Fitzgerald and Diamonds captain Caitlin Bassett have written to NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian.
COVID-19: ICPC commences investigation into distribution of funds, palliatives
The anti-graft agency, ICPC, says it has commenced investigations into alleged cases of corruption in the management of COVID-19 funds and palliatives.
Timberwolves call for healing, change after police killing in Minnesota
'Our community is grieving the senseless tragedy and death of George Floyd,' a club statement says
Minister flags law review after Rio blows up 46,000-yr-old Aboriginal site
The caves in WA are the only inland site in Australia to showing evidence of continual human occupation through the last Ice Age.
George Floyd death: Donald Trump calls protestors ‘thugs’, demonstrations continue in Minneapolis
The president also said that he will send the National Guard troops and ‘get the job done right’ if Mayor Jacob Frey failed to bring the city under control.
Migrant worker’s body found after 4 days in Jhansi
Officials said that the body had decomposed in the four days that it was lying unattended inside the train toilet. Officials said that a post mortem will be conducted on the body on Friday.
Omotola Jalade reacts as her husband flies back Chinese nationals who arrived Nigeria weeks ago
Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has shared photos of her husband, Captain Ekeinde flying out Chinese nationals who arrived Nigeria weeks ago. According to the beautiful actress, her husband was involved in flying back the Chinese
Facebook: Trump's Social Media Order 'Will Restrict More Speech Online, Not Less'
Twitter has not yet publicly responded to the order
Boy, 12, charged over death of girl in WA ute rollover
A 12-year-old boy has been charged over the death of a girl thrown from the tray of the ute he was driving in far north Western Australia.
Mum died 'after being given too much paracetamol by accident'
Police have launched a criminal investigation into the death of Laura Higginson, 30, who died at Whiston Hospital.
BAT Sues Government Over Cigarette Ban As Smokers Turn To Smoking Rooibos
British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced that it is suing the government over its decision to extend the ban on tobacco sales
Golf: LPGA stars set to compete at Texas Women's Open
LOS ANGELES: Two-time major winner Stacy Lewis and former US Women's Open winner Brittany Lang will tee it up at the Texas Women's Open next week ...
Coronavirus may lead to $8.5 trillion loss in global output, sharpest since Great Depression: UN
Globally, coronavirus has infected 5,813,997 people and killed 360,397, according to Johns Hopkins University
Australia condemns Hong Kong security laws but says no China sanctions
Australia has joined the United States to condemn China's new national security laws for Hong Kong which they say will curtail civil liberties.
Alia Bhatt Reads Out From 'Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone', Shares PIC!
Alia Bhatt shared a photo where she is seen reading the 'Harry Potter' adventure.
Rising waters close launches
Rising lake levels have forced the closure of all boat launches at the north end of Kalamalka Lake.
Russia slams 'dangerous' US foreign policy moves
Russia said on Thursday the United States was acting in a dngerous and unpredictable way, after Washington withdrew from a key military treaty and ...
Bitcoin PoS Is the New Coin to Revolutionize the Crypto World
Investing in Bitcoin (BTC) is now expensive, and getting your own through mining is nearly impossible for the average person. However, a new opportunity can be found in Bitcoin PoS.
'When the looting starts, the shooting starts': Trump weighs in on Minneapolis protests
Protesters set a police precinct building on fire in Minneapolis as riots spread to neighbouring St Paul, amid anger over the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man in police custody.
Sonu Sood Gets Lauded By Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh For Helping Migrant Workers: “It Fills Me With Immense Pride…”
Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Thursday praised Bollywood actor Sonu Sood, who was born and brought up in the state, for his charity amid the coronavirus pandemic."It fills me with immen
Red light: Australian MotoGP cancelled
The fall-out of the coronavirus continues to be felt in the sporting world, this time with officials axing the Australian MotoGP in October.
Thailand to further ease restrictions, shorten curfew hours
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand will next week shorten curfew hours and ease restrictions on more businesses, the government said on Friday, in response to its low numbers of locally transmitted cases of the coronavirus.
Kashmir movement in ‘final phase’: scholar
Prof Khursheed Ahmad says main issue of right of self-determination for Kashmiris should be raised at every level
Coronavirus: Palliative care patients rise to Ben Nevis lockdown challenge
Palliative care patients have almost conquered Ben Nevis twice in a lockdown challenge alongside their own personal health battles.
Man arrested after Nechells tower block blaze at Humber Tower
A 43-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson following an early hours blaze at Humber Tower in Nechells. Around 40 firefighters were called to the incident
Is COVID-19 a stumbling block along 2021 electoral process?
Tanzania is also supposed to have its elections. General and local elections have already been postponed in more than 40 countries.
Minneapolis police officer who knelt on George Floyd’s neck had 18 previous internal complaints against him
The Minneapolis police officer who was filmed kneeling on George Floyd’s neck for several minutes even as he said “I can’t breathe” has previously been the subject of multiple complaints filed to the Minneapolis Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division, it has emerged.Mr Chauvin, who has been fired
Capital flows running out of steam as DIIs taper after FPIs
After some relief was seen in April when the pace of FPI selling eased as central banks across the world announced stimulus packages, both local and foreign investors seem to have run out of steam.
'Has to be special' - Derby County fans react to striker news
Jahmal Hector-Ingram is training with the Rams first-team ahead of the return of Championship football
Dog walkers discover WWII RAF fighter plane buried in sand for 76 years
The RAF confirmed that the wreckage is one of their Bristol Beaufighters that crashed soon after taking off.
Fitness wearables provide early-warnings for Covid symptoms, study finds
US News: WASHINGTON DC: Preliminary research has found that constant stream of data from wearable devices such as Oura rings, Fitbits and Apple Watches reveal .
Schools reopening: Challenges faced by special needs schools make it a 'difficult sector'
Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi says schools working with learners with special needs may experience some unique challenges in the transition to the new way of operating during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Renault to cut 14,600 jobs worldwide and lower capacity
Cost reductions aimed at outlasting the downturn that has rocked the auto industry
Damaging winds tipped to hit Ballarat and Hepburn Shire
Strong northerly winds are expected to hit Ballarat and the Hepburn Shire at the weekend. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning, with...
Busey: messages from angels - Entertainment News
Gary Busey believes angels have been sending him special messages ever since he met them after a 1988 motorcycle crash.
Report: Jack Harrison assessed by Manchester City as Leeds United post training photo
The winger is expected to remain at Leeds United for the rest of the season.The winger is expected to remain at Leeds United for the rest of the season.
Teachers issue 'devastating' update on Long Eaton school after major fire
Fire crews worked through the evening to control the large blaze
Bars shut as task force arrests impersonators of army officers
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Ministerial Task team on the Enforcement of COVID-19 restrictions has arrested eight persons ...
Buhari seeks Senate’s approval for $5.513b external loan
The Federal Government also intends to borrow Euro 995million from the Export-Import Bank of Brazil to support Green imperative and enhance the....
Former South Korean 'comfort women' leader apologises for 'banking errors'
SEOUL (Reuters) - The former leader of an advocacy group for South Korean victims of Japanese wartime sexual violence on Friday denied allegations of misusing funds meant for the victims but apologised for “banking errors”.
How will Europe's 'Big Five' look after the restart?
Football fans in England and Italy received the news they had been waiting for on after the Premier League and Serie A got restart dates.
Kentucky protester loses job over effigy hanging; Lee Greenwood 'furious' song was used
A Kentucky protester who was recently seen participating in the hanging of an effigy of Gov. Andy Beshear has lost his job, according to reports.
Steve Wallace: Reader suggestions for safer school zones
Gar had a suggestion that would make school zones more identifiable to drivers. He wanted to have large, easily identifiable pavement markings, with speed and distance regulation prominently . . .
India's lockdown strictest; economic impact to be deeper than other countries: Jefferies
A US investment bank report says India's detection rates have also climbed lately and doubling rate has plateaued at ~13-day level; medical infra is now getting stretched in certain cities, with hospitals at 100 per cent plus capacity utilisation in Mumbai, says report
Red light: Australian MotoGP cancelled
The fall-out of the coronavirus continues to be felt in the sporting world, this time with officials axing the Australian MotoGP in October.
Manchester United great Ryan Giggs makes Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho claim
Man Utd want to sign Jadon Sancho this summer and former winger Ryan Giggs is an admirer of the England international.
Executive order by Donald Trump 'a shot across the bow' for social media
A US executive order taking aim at firms such as Twitter has been described as a 'shot across the...
World Junior Championships rescheduled to January next year: BWF
Badminton News: The Badminton World Junior Championships to be held in Auckland in September was on Friday rescheduled to January next year because of a disruption-hi
10 huge EastEnders spoilers from Ben's groundbreaking episode
A game-changing instalment of EastEnders is approaching, and here's all you need to know about what it entails.
Why US, Europe were hit harder by Covid-19? Scientists look at regional disparities, immune system
Researchers examined differences in genetics and immune system responses, separate virus strains and regional contrasts in obesity levels and general health.
Star reiterates plan to stick to current agreement and join Barcelona in 2021 after loan spell
Rumours of early switch, interest from Inter...
Telangana ready to face possible locust attack
About 15,000 litres of pesticides would be kept ready at the borders of Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh from where the locusts are likely to enter the State.
Ismail Sabri: Up to local authorities to shut public parks if CMCO violated
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Local authorities can decide to close public parks under their purview if they find visitors flouting the conditional movement control order’s (CMCO) restriction against mass gatherings, said Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He said mass...
Dan Meis gives 'fake news' response to Everton new stadium rumour
The architect was sent a rumour on social media but firmly shot it down
UFC, NASCAR at Bristol lead weekend sports slate
May 29 (UPI) -- American welterweight Tyron Woodley will make his Octagon return for UFC Fight Night against Gilbert Burns on Saturday as one of the highlights of this sports weekend, which also includes live soccer, baseball and NASCAR.
GWM announces senior leadership for its Indian subsidiary
Auto manufacturer GWM has announced the appointment of James Yang as president for its Indian subsidiary. The company has also appointed Parker Shi as managing director for the Indian subsidiary. Continue Reading →
Redmi K30 Pro Gets 400 Yuan Price Cut For 618 Sales in China - Gizchina.com
Redmi K30 Pro Is A Highend Mid-Range Smartphone and for 618 Sales, Xiaomi is bringing a sale on the phone for a limited time only.
University Community Rises To The Challenge Of Creating Solutions For New Zealand’s Problems
COVID-19 disruption, microplastics disposal, pet data management and marine health are just some of the many problems tackled in this year’s Velocity Innovation Challenge competition.
THE LIST: Star turns by Kaiser Chiefs, Imogen Heap and Twin Atlantic are online this week
We may not be able to get out as much us usual but there are plenty of online events to enjoy over the next seven days:
Minneapolis police station torched amid George Floyd death protests
Three days of unrest were sparked by video footage of a black man dying after a white police officer knelt on his throat.
Blue Impulse jets fly over Tokyo to salute medical workers
The Japan Air Self Defense Force's aerobatic demonstration squadron, Blue Impulse, flew over central Tokyo on Friday in a salute to medical workers on the frontline against the coronavirus pandemic. As a team of six T-4 training jets streaked across a clear blue sky shortly after noon, doctors and nurses…
Police probe claims mum-of-two died after hospital gave her paracetamol overdose by accident and ‘didn’t tell family’
A POLICE probe has been launched over claims a mum-of-two died after NHS hospital doctors gave her a paracetamol overdose by accident and did not tell her family. Laura Higginson, 30, died during t…
Marko on his Marko's: "It doesn't help at all, there's no logic behind it"
Helmut Marko would not be Helmut Marko if he reacted at the cutting edge to the aid measures and the measures in place to curb the spread of the coronavirus. The Red Bull Racing adviser is not entirely satisfied with the work of the Austrian authorities and expects his hotels to continue to suffer losses for the time being.
Coronavirus cases in Pakistan cross 64,000-mark, death toll soars to 1,317
Pakistan News: The Ministry of National Health Services reported that 25,309 cases were diagnosed in Sindh, 22,964 in Punjab, 8,842 in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, 3,928 in B
Fight over Charlie's hookers - Entertainment News
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills stars Denise Richards and Lisa Rinna have clashed over Charlie Sheen's relationships with hookers.
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Tokyo shares snap 4-day winning streak amid U.S.-China tensions
Tokyo shares fell Friday, with both the benchmark Nikkei and Topix indexes snapping their four-day winning streaks, amid concern about worsening U.S.-China tensions over Beijing's new security law that Washington says will undermine the autonomy of Hong Kong. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended down 38.42 points, or 0.18 percent,…
Sonu Sood On A Migrant Woman Naming Her Newborn Son After Him: That Was So Sweet; I Was Touched
Amid the nationwide lockdown owing to the Novel Coronavirus, Sonu Sood has been arranging food and buses for stranded migrants to reach their native places. Recently, the actor helped a pregnant migrant woman reach her village safely during the lockdown.
Japan's Defence Chief Urges Probe Into Hacker Attack on Telecom Giant Amid Data Leak Fears
TOKYO (Sputnik) - Japan’s Defence Minister Taro Kono has called for thoroughly investigating a hacker attack on a national telecom giant after media reports that data...
Russia reports record one-day rise in coronavirus deaths
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia on Friday reported 232 deaths from the new coronavirus in the last 24 hours, a record one-day amount that pushed the nationwide death toll to 4,374.
PM backs NSW going it alone on travel bubble with New Zealand
States whose borders are open could strike a travel deal with New Zealand ahead of other states whose borders are closed, Scott Morrison says.
Murray brothers to return to court in June as part of British battle
Jamie Murray is co-organising a tournament.
Race-by-race tips and preview for Rosehill on Saturday
The 2000m staying test of the Lord Mayors Cup headlines a nine-race card in Sydney's west.
Indian Railways Provides Big Relief To Passengers: Starts Advance 120 Days Booking And Luggage, Parcel Service
In a major relief to passengers, the Indian Railways on Thursday (29 May) modified the rules for reservation in Special Rajdhani and Special mail and express type trains as it extended the advance reservation period from 30 days to 120 days.
Reservation period for special trains increased to 120 days: Indian Railway
The changes will be implemented from May 31 onward, according to Indian Railways
People with serious ailments, pregnant women must avoid travelling on Shramik Special trains: Piyush Goyal
Recent cases of deaths on trains were due to pre-existing medical conditions, says the Railways Minister
Malaysia's Mahathir ousted from party amid power struggle
Rest of World News: Malaysia's former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has been ousted from his ethnic Malay political party in the latest twist of a power struggle with h
Minneapolis police station set on fire amid protests over killing of George Floyd
A police station in Minneapolis was set on fire on Thursday evening as protests over the killing of George Floyd continued for a third day.
Dissident Chinese artist warns of hidden cost of Beijing's Belt and Road deal
One of China’s most prolific and well-known political cartoonists warns the Victorian Premier over Beijing's signature policy.
'It's not as attractive as it was': New security law puts pressure on businesses in Hong Kong
Chinese leaders said the new law was needed to combat unspecified threats in the semi-autonomous region.
Tennis: Kvitova hails 'bizarre' Czech tournament as new start
PRAGUE: From face masks, racquet bumps, poplar tree fluff everywhere and the prospect of a final played at the press centre, Prague's first ...
Tony McGregor shows off flashy car as he barbecues with Proper 12 sauce
He shared a number of photos on his Instagram story
John Hawkes hopes 'End of Sentence' brings fathers, sons closer
LOS ANGELES, May 29 (UPI) -- John Hawkes plays a widowed father reconnecting with his son in End of Sentence, premiering Friday on video-on-demand services. Hawkes hopes life imitates art and brings families who watch the film closer.
'What's More Important? Cricket or Dealing With Coronavirus?' - BCCI, ICC in Heated Dispute Over Tax Exemption
If BCCI fails to secure the tax exemption, ICC has reportedly threatened to take away the hosting rights for the marquee event from India.
Notting Hill reeling after bodies identified as mother and son
Two people found dead at a home in Notting Hill in Melbourne's south-east were a mother and son.
Taiwan president visits bookshop to show solidarity with Hong Kongers
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Friday visited a bookshop that has become a symbol of resistance to perceived Chinese encroachments on Hong Kong’s liberties, vowing to give help to the city’s citizens fleeing to the democratic island.
Schoolboy in heartfelt call for annual NHS day in online petition
Child's call for annual celebration to show thanks and remember frontline NHS staff who lost their lives fighting Covid-19.
Inside a COVID-19 hospital in India, doctors see no end in sight
NEW DELHI: It was barely noon on Thursday (May 28) when the metal doors of the mortuary at a hospital in south New Delhi swung open and staff in ...
US might throw out thousands of Chinese graduate students
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Chinese students
Chelsea: N’Golo Kante’s absence impacts more than football matches
N’Golo Kante has brought attention to himself by taking a leave of absence from Chelsea, citing fears about COVID-19. At the risk of sounding hyperbolic,...
Trump says 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' with military threat
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Erling Haaland tipped for Premier League transfer as interest in hotshot intensifies
Erling Haaland turned down Man Utd to join Dortmund in January but has been backed to play in the Premier League eventually
Men Hired For Sexual Fantasy Arrested After Breaking Into Wrong House Armed With Machetes
In a sex fantasy gone wrong, two men were arrested after they broke into the wrong house The two men who had been hired for the sexual fantasy were armed
Jackie Kennedy's beauty secrets revealed: Dermatologist's notes reveal the First Lady applied facial toner to her armpits and kept walking to a minimum for fear of developing varicose veins
Unearthed consultation documents released by the Dr Erno Laszlo Institute, which are on loan to NYC's Makeup Museum, offer a glimpse of the former First Lady's tailored skincare routine.
Mt Ruapehu Ski Areas To Open In July
Mt Ruapehu is planning to open both Whakapapa and Turoa ski areas on July 1.
Watch some of the oldest surviving footy vision from City Oval
BALLARAT Swans have released some of the earliest vision recorded of an Australian Rules football match. The Swans worked to digitise footage of the club's 19...
Donald Trump’s ‘When The Looting Starts, The Shooting Starts’ Is From Miami Police Chief Accused Of Racism
Donald Trump tweeted an apparent threat against Minneapolis protesters in the early morning hours on Friday, saying he would send in the National Guard to respond and vowing that, “When the ...
Covid-19: India Now Ninth-Worst Hit Country In World With 1,65,799 Cases
The number of COVID-19 cases in India has climbed to 1,65,799, making it the world's ninth worst-hit country by the coronavirus pandemic
UK automotive production at lowest level since WW2, to cost industry $15B
With auto factories closed due to coronavirus, it's clear that production was going to take a hit. Now we know just how big an impact it had in the UK.
Pastor Ng'anga Opens Up on Temptations by Church Women [VIDEO]
Controversial city pastor James Ng'ang'a laid bare how his wife ran away from home after she found out that...
Twitter says Trump Minneapolis post broke rules by glorifying violence
Twitter Inc., which this week earned U.S. President Donald Trump’s ire by posting fact-check notices next to some of his tweets, has put up a rule-violatio
Hot Tomato’s runway gig with Sheppard a flying success
History was made on the Gold Coast Airport tarmac this afternoon, with Aussie band Sheppard performing live as part of 1029 Hot Tomato’s Runway Gig. The concert was the first of its kind to ever take…
Legislative Changes To Support The Wellbeing Of Veterans And Their Families
Minister for Veterans Ron Mark has welcomed the First Reading of a Bill that will make legislative changes to further improve the veterans’ support system.
Trump takes aim at WHO as US economic outlooks worsens
In the U.S., the virus threw more than 2 million people out of work last week despite the gradual reopening of businesses, stoking fears the scourge is doing deep and potentially long-lasting damage to the world's largest economy.
40 kilograms of explosives: Thwarting a nightmare at Pulwama
The car from which the Jammu and Kashmir police recovered explosives and thwarted a Pulwama type attack belonged to Hizbul Mujahideen operative Hidayatullah Malik.
American Airlines Flight Attendant Banned from Wearing Face Shield Despite Being Effective Protection Against COVID-19
A flight attendant claimed that she was not allowed to wear a face shield because it does not fit in with American Airlines' 'image standards.'
Police call for SIX 'high risk' Premier League games to be moved to neutral venues over crowd fears... with Liverpool, Man United, Man City and Newcastle all facing big-game switches
On Thursday, the division announced that the action would resume on June 17 with the two games clubs have in-hand before a full round of fixtures, involving all 20 sides, over the weekend of June 20.
UFC, NASCAR at Bristol lead weeked sports slate
May 29 (UPI) -- American welterweight Tyron Woodley will make his Octagon return for UFC Fight Night against Gilbert Burns on Saturday as one of the highlights of this sports weekend, which also includes live soccer, baseball and NASCAR.
Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged
President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally dubious act of political revenge.
NTB officials record surge in cases of children with COVID-19
Officials in West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) have recorded a considerable surge in the number of COVID-19 cases among children this week, with the age group representing about 15 percent of the total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the province...
French carmaker Renault announces 15,000 job cuts worldwide
The group's global production capacity will be revised from 4 million vehicles in 2019 to 3.3 million by 2024, the company said. "The difficulties encountered by the group, the major crisis facing the automotive industry and the urgency of the ecological transition are all imperatives that are driving the company to accelerate its transformation," it said in a statement.
Be sympathetic regarding fee payment, consider alternative options: UGC to colleges
Students and parents claim that several colleges and higher education institutes are 'insisting upon immediate payment' of the annual fee and exam fee among other payments.
Notting Hill reeling after bodies identified as mother and son
Two people found dead at a home in Notting Hill in Melbourne's south-east were a mother and son.
Donald Trump threatens to shoot looters at George Floyd protest in Minneapolis
US President Donald Trump, is being bashed on social media after he tweeted just after midnight on Friday a threat to shoot rioters in Minnesota. The protests come following the death of George Floyd, who died
Renault to cut 15,000 jobs in US$2.2b cost cutting plan
PARIS: French auto giant Renault plans to cut around 15,000 jobs worldwide, including 4,600 in France, as part of a two billion euro (US$2.2 ...
Wipro share price gains nearly 6% after Thierry Delaporte named new CEO and MD
Wipro share price climbed 5.6% to the day's high of Rs 210.5 on the BSE against the last closing value of Rs 199.30. Volume-wise, 18.8 lakh and 162 lakh shares were trading on BSE and NSE counters, both above the 5, 10 and 30-day average
Students protest cuts to Sydney University's arts and social science faculty
About 8 per cent of courses across the university's arts and social sciences faculty will be cut according to early estimates.
New Outriders gameplay shows off world tier challenges and the amazing abilities of the Trickster
Massive danger, ruined civilisation and a path to power that requires you to get a handle on one of three post-human titans as you run ‘n gun your way to victory against increasingly tougher odds? Outriders sounds exactly like my cup of future-tea.
Sports in the Carolinas can resume, yet some aren’t ready
Gov. Henry McMaster will allow some South Carolina sports to start practicing on Saturday, though not all will.
Swifts, Giants stars slam government on community netball inaction
NSW Swifts captain Maddy Proud, coach Briony Akle, Giants captains Jo Harten and Julie Fitzgerald and Diamonds captain Caitlin Bassett have written to NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian.
UK police want Liverpool's title-clincher played at neutral venue
British police want at least six English Premier League matches and any Liverpool title-clincher to be played at neutral venues when the season resumes in a bid to avoid supporters gathering outside stadiums. EPL chiefs have set June 17 as the date for the top flight to...
TikTok's ratings went upto 4.4 stars on Play Store after Google removed 8 million negative reviews
From a disappointing 1.2, the ratings of TikTok have moved up to 4.4 after Google removed over 8 million negative reviews from the Play Store.
Bust of Luke Kelly in Dublin vandalised again
The bust of Dubliner Luke Kelly has been vandalised again.It's the fifth time the art piece on G...
Surgeon cares for patient's dog for nearly a year in New Jersey
The bond between a dog and its owner is a special one, and one man from New Jersey was treated to an emotional reunion nearly a year in the making.
Electric motorbike gives women in rural Zimbabwe a path out of poverty
The Hamba is solar-powered and easing the strain of domestic work.
J&K Congress leader Soz’s wife moves SC against his house arrest
In her plea filed though advocate Sunil Fernandes, Mumtazunnisa Soz said she “has reasonable grounds for believing” that her husband “has been placed under house arrest in an unlawful and manifestly illegal exercise of powers...and in total disregard of the procedure established by law”.
Downtown Victoria library gearing up to reopen for pickups
Greater Victoria residents will have access to new reading materials next month, as the central branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library gets ready to open for pickups in mid to late June. . . .
India, US could strike a 'smaller' trade deal in the coming weeks: Indian envoy
The two countries have been negotiating a trade package to iron out issues and boost two-way commerce.
ASIC flags payday lending concerns once COVID-19 fiscal stimulus dries up
More Australians will likely turn to high-risk payday loans when existing coronavirus stimulus measures run out in September, ASIC has warned.
Jamie Foxx Joins Protest in Minnesota: 'God Bless George and His Family'
Actor-singer Jamie Foxx joined a protest in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Friday in solidarity over the death of George Floyd. Foxx offered condolences and urged calm alongside Floyd's longtime friend, retired NBA player Stephen Jackson.
Financial Markets Continue To Rise Despite Dismal Employment Data
The April unemployment rate was 14.7 percent as jobless claims continue to roll in. Q1 GDP was down 5 percent. If consumer spending does not rebound, then the r
Man struck and killed trying to rescue turtle on interstate
RACINE, Wis. — A tow truck driver attempting to rescue a turtle Friday on an interstate highway in southeastern Wisconsin was struck and killed by a semi-trailer driver who then fled the scene, authorities said.
Bengal to reopen places of worship from June 1, workforce in govt offices to increase
Mamata Banerjee blamed the Railways for undoing her government’s success in “controlling the spread of Covid-19 in the last two months” by sending trains packed with migrant labourers to the state without consulting her government.
Coronavirus: French clubs can play July friendlies, LFP confirms
Lyon owner Jean-Michel Aulas had appealed for clubs to be allowed to play friendlies in July, and approval has come from league chiefs.
Havertz scores before making way with injury as Bayer Leverkusen move up to third on Bundesliga
Havertz won it in the 54th minute when he latched onto Leon Bailey’s cute pass.
Exclusive: Brazil's Embraer draws foreign interest after Boeing rift - sources
Aircraft makers are circling Brazil's Embraer weeks after Boeing ditched plans for a historic commercial aviation tie-up, people familiar with ...
Indian manufacturers hail end to export curbs on paracetamol APIs
India has the capacity to export 4,000 metric tonnes of paracetamol APIs every month
Dave Rennie moves on from Glasgow with pride and a little regret
Dave Rennie is confident that he’s left Glasgow in a better place than he found them, their culture as strong as ever, with young internationals throughout the side.
Paytm moves HC claiming telecom companies not preventing phishing activity over their networks
One97 Communications Ltd, which runs the online payment platform Paytm, has moved the Delhi High Court alleging that telecom service providers are not blocking fraudsters who are defrauding its
Arsenal follow in the footsteps of Barcelona by making a potentially damaging long term solution
Could this be the decision that completes Arsenal's transformation into mid table mediocrity?
Rajasthan SDO performs last rites of infant
According to officials, the family returned to the village from Mumbai earlier this month, and the girl’s father tested Covid-19 positive on May 23. However, the child, who died of diarrhoea, had tested negative for the virus.
This is the Level Chainlink Needs to Surmount to See “Swift Rally” to Fresh Highs
Chainlink (LINK) could soon find itself caught within an uptrend that leads it up to fresh all-time highs if it breaks one key resistance level.
Luke Kelly statue vandalised for the fifth time in just over a year
The Luke Kelly statue on Dublin's Sheriff Street has been vandalised for the fifth time in just over a year.
Having a beer on the beach in Penticton could be legal next week
Residents and visitors could be enjoying their favourite alcoholic beverage on an Okanagan Lake city beach or park in Penticton next week.City council will
Petty officer reprimanded, fined for faking medical documentation
A petty officer who tried to hide his depression and substance abuse by falsifying medical documents to explain absences from work has received a severe reprimand and a $3,000 fine. On Friday, . . .
Labradorable! Giant litter of 14 black and gold puppies is thought to be England's largest set of Labrador siblings yet
The arrival of so many pups was unexpected as their mother Bella, a six-year-old black labrador, has had three previous litters of between six and eight.
Newt Gingrich: Anger is justified over George Floyd’s killing – rioting is not and should have been prevented
The death Monday of George Floyd, a black man in police custody, is a complete outrage. The complete failure of Minneapolis officials to stop and prevent the ensuing rioting is a second outrage.
Covid-19: Five ways ahead as Tamil Nadu crosses 20,000 positive cases
As Tamil Nadu crossed 20,000 positive cases on Friday, here are five measures that can help the state overcome the coronavirus crisis.
Customs and Border Protection flew a Predator B drone over Minneapolis as protests rocked the city
The drone flight came amid intense protests in Minneapolis following the death of a black man after a police officer knelt on his neck.
REVEALED: Kogi’s index case is chief imam of Kabba
The community in Kogi from which the index case of the coronavirus was recorded says the virus was contracted within the state.
Police: 1 dead after shots fired at protesters in Detroit
One person was killed in downtown Detroit after someone in an SUV fired shots into a crowd of people protesting George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis custody, a Detroit police spokeswoman...
Student loan borrowers say the government is unfairly taking their tax refunds — here’s what they are doing about it, and Chase Sapphire reward points can now be redeemed for groceries and takeout
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Videos: White House Under Lockdown Amid 'Justice for Floyd' Protests in Washington, DC
The White House was placed under lockdown on Friday evening as thousands of protesters in Washington, DC converged on the presidential mansion demanding justice for...
Will Telangana Schools Re-Open To Combat With Covid Pandemic?
Questions around the reopening of schools in Telangana are causing concerns among both parents as teachers, even as the state government’s Education Department remains silent on the opening date for schools or how they will manage physical distancing in the classroom amidst the pandemic.
5 ways to block or hide your number when making calls
Before the onslaught of the pandemic, you probably didn’t use your smartphone to make phone calls very much. Now carriers are reporting surges in calls as we seek more personal connections while following social distancing guidelines.
Globe editorial: Has the pandemic changed Doug Ford?
When Premier Ford ordered a swift shutdown of the province, his law and order instincts, and his plain language, caught the public mood
England summer plans gather pace with 55 players named in training squad
The ECB has named a 55-man training group including 14 uncapped players as England’s ambitious plan for international cricket this summer moved a step closer
Environmentalist makes case for wetland
An environmentalist, Mr. Adedamola Ogunsesan, Project Manager of LCF, has said wetland is more beneficial to the ecosystem than buildings.
Video calls, GPay: Sex workers turn to tech to earn a living in Tamil Nadu
For the past two months, Lakshmi* has hardly stepped out of her home. But every night, after her children go to bed, the 35-year-old sex worker puts o
Los Angeles restaurants reopen as virus lockdown eases
Los Angeles restaurants and hair salons were granted permission to reopen immediately Friday, as restrictions were eased despite fears the city has become a coronavirus hotspot. Restaurants in Los Angeles county -- which has suffered more than half of California's virus deaths -- will be allowed
Summerlin Fourth of July parade to go virtual
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Summerlin Council, organizer of the annual Summerlin Patriotic Parade that typically draws more than 40,000 parade-goers and now in its 26th year, will tra...
'Consumed by TDS': Cruz rips Bill Kristol for supporting Twitter following Trump executive order
Sen. Ted Cruz responded to criticism from Bill Kristol by saying the political commentator has become so “consumed” with “Trump derangement syndrome” that he has been rendered “unrecognizable.”
Ex-Indiana prisons worker charged with murder in stabbings
INDIANAPOLIS — A former Indiana Department of Correction worker is charged with murder and other offences in the stabbing earlier this month of three people, two of them fatally, according to documents released Friday during a hearing.
Sweden excluded as neighbours Denmark and Norway ease travel restrictions
Norway and Denmark will resume free travel between the two countries, three Norwegian media outlets reported on Friday, creating a travel bubble ...
WHO, 37 countries launch alliance to share tools to battle COVID-19
Thirty-seven countries and the World Health Organization (WHO) appealed on Friday for common ownership of vaccines, medicines and diagnostic tools to tackle the global coronavirus pandemic, taking
George Floyd protests: National Guard mobilized in Atlanta; fatal shooting in Detroit
Demonstrators marched, stopped traffic and in some cases lashed out violently at police as protests erupted Friday in dozens of U.S. cities.
'It is dire:' Study finds B.C. logging continues on critical caribou habitat
The British Columbia government has permitted logging on more than 900 square kilometres of land despite its being listed as critical caribou habitat, says
Donald Trump campaign resumes in-person fundraisers in June. What COVID-19?
• One Trump fundraising event in Dallas next month has a price tag of $580,600 per couple. Impeached president Donald Trump is scheduled to headline in-person fundraisers as early as June, which wo…
Sports Minister challenges Rohr on Eagles - The Nation Nigeria
Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare has run the rules on what the Super Eagles head coach, Gernot Rohr must do following the extension...
Maharashtra CM’s not in favour of lifting lockdown; some easing likely
Chief minister Uddhav Thackeray on Friday indicated that Maharashtra, especially hotspots like Mumbai and Pune, would continue to remain under lockdow
Scott Disick ‘Determined’ To Win Sofia Richie Back
In the aftermath of their breakup, reports are saying that Scott Disick is not completely done with Sofia Richie! In fact, he is already working hard
Crowds protest Floyd killing and Trump outside White House
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hundreds of people gathered outside the White House late Friday to protest the police killing of a black man in Minneapolis — and President Donald Trump’s response....
Report: Henry Cavill’s Deal To Return as Superman Isn’t a Sure Thing
A new report claims that Henry Cavill hasn't officially started negotiations with Warner Bros. to reprise his role Clark Kent/Superman.
Launch owners told to follow health safety rules, fare to remain unchanged
Launch owners have been told to resume services throughout Bangladesh from Sunday enforcing social distancing measures between the passengers and following health safety guidance amid the coronavirus outbreak.
The Ferguson Report: Hydroxymorons, and rugby scratches its tackle
A gullible dingtwerp has incorrectly blamed his gormless thugwittery upon the drug hydroxychloroquine, reports titan of titters Tim Ferguson
Inside Katie Price's 42nd birthday as all five kids join her for party games and cake
Katie Price and her five kids Harvey, 18, Junior, 14, Princess, 12, Jett, six, and five-year-old Bunny got together to celebrate her 42nd birthday next week
WHO, 37 countries launch alliance to share tools to battle COVID-19
Thirty-seven countries, including Bangladesh, and the World Health Organisation appealed on Friday for common ownership of vaccines, medicines and diagnostic tools to tackle the global coronavirus pandemic, taking aim at patent laws they fear could become a barrier to sharing crucial supplies.
Move 4 Less offers free moves to four families
The COVID-19 virus has triggered economic hardship throughout the Las Vegas community with many people struggling to pay their mortgage or rent. To help ease their burden, Move 4 Less has created t...
Biden condemns Trump as officer in Floyd death charged with murder
On Monday, George Floyd, a black man, was killed in Minneapolis after a white police officer kneeled on his neck. On Friday, after days of sometimes violent protests, police officer Derek Chauvin was arrested and charged with murder.
Police rescue six teenagers from Sundarbans after a night in the woods
The police have rescued six teenagers who lost their way after venturing out into the Sundarbans.
North Korea says it supports China's measures on Hong Kong
SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea on Saturday expressed its support for China’s decision to impose new national security laws in Hong Kong, calling it a “legitimate step” to safeguard the state security.
Echo Look Will ‘No Longer Function’ Starting In July
Amazon is sunsetting the Echo Look after removing the camera from store shelves in December of last year.
Eighteen additional High Court judges get permanent appointments
The government has made permanent 18 additional judges of the Supreme Court’s High Court Division.
Iconic Midtown sports bar Foley’s NY closing down
A New York City sports mecca is no more. Foley’s NY, an iconic Midtown waterhole cherished by sportswriters, fans, and beer lovers alike, will be closing its doors permanently, owner Shaun Clancy
How much could Edmonton actually make from playing host to the NHL playoffs?
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has asked the federal government to consider relaxing regulations on incoming travellers so that Edmonton might serve as one of the NHL’s playoff hub cities
Minnesota Riots Hurt Klobuchar’s VP Nomination Prospects, According to Biden Ally
The ongoing riots in Minnesota hurt Senator Amy Klobuchar's prospects for Democratic nomination as vice president, House Majority Whip James Clyburn (D., S.C.) said on Friday.Klobuchar declined to bring charges against multiple Minneapolis police officers involved in shootings over the course of
Southampton restricts beach access after 'hellish' Memorial Day weekend
The Town of Southampton is temporarily closing all its beaches to non-residents after rowdy crowds gathered at some town beaches Memorial Day weekend.
Police take no action over Covid-19 death of railway worker Belly Mujinga
Her husband said he was sad to hear there would be no prosecution.
Twitter has more tools to use against Donald Trump, if it chooses
Twitter's moves to label or hide comments from President Donald Trump have escalated a feud between the social network and the White House, but there could be more to come. The messaging platform has
Record jump in Covid-19 patients in Uttarakhand
The sudden jump of coronavirus patient number from 500 to 602 in 24 hours has created worry for Uttarakhand government.
Alison Hammond shows rare glimpse of beloved son Aiden in cute TikTok video
This Morning presenter Alison Hammond has taken part in an amusing new TikTok video that features her beloved teenage son Aiden
Need a dental check-up? You'll have to wait until 2021! Huge backlog of urgent cases will mean patients will not get an appointment until next year, dentists warn
With clinics only able to see a few patients a day, even those with severe toothache will be left waiting up to two months, according to the British Dental Association.
Obasanjo, Jonathan 13 other ex-African leaders back Akinwumi, called for caution
A coalition of 14 former African presidents and a prime minister have urged the US government to respect the governing systems of the African Development Bank.
Report: Karl Rove Spotted at Trump White House, Again
Karl Rove has again been spotted at the White House after reports circulated that he is advising Trump's 2020 reelection campaign.
Summerlin showcases The Cliffs
The Cliffs village in Summerlin is aptly named for its picturesque ridgeline that forms the village’s spectacular backdrop. One of the most popular spots for those seeking the home of their d...
Another $650M in COVID-19 aid bound for Indigenous communities, Miller says
OTTAWA - The federal government has announced the details of $650 million in additional funding to help Indigenous communities cope with the pandemic, after
Biden: 'More violence' in Minneapolis won't heal grief over George Floyd's death
Joe Biden chided demonstrators in Minneapolis protesting the death of George Floyd while in police custody, reminding them that violent rioting won't help the tenuous situation.
Spain government okays basic income scheme to tackle poverty
Spain's leftwing government approved a minimum basic income scheme on Friday to tackle a spike in poverty stemming from the virus crisis that has ...
Cuomo: Businesses can deny entry to consumers with no masks
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Thursday he would sign an executive order that gives private businesses the right to deny entrance to anyone who does not wear a facemask.
5 key points on European Tour ahead of its July return
European Tour is set to resume in late July after a four-month coronavirus shutdown with a run of six tournaments in as many weeks across Britain.
Retail sector braces for more pain as PAS Group collapses
Retailers will need to pull out all the stops to survive the looming recession after another major Australian business succumbs to the coronavirus.
Why is Customs and Border Protection flying a Predator drone over Minneapolis?
Buzzfeed News reporters obtained the explanation offered by United States Department of Homeland Security’s CBP to congressional staffers who asked why it decided to fly a Predator Drone over…
Scientists Simulate Unmanned Aircraft Striking, Deflecting Asteroid From Earth
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have come up with a novel way to deflect asteroids from Earth by having unmanned vehicles collide with the threatening...
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Indian Monkeys Snatch Coronavirus Samples
Monkeys mobbed an Indian health worker and made off with coronavirus test blood samples, spreading fears that the stealing simians could spread the pandemic in the local area.
Trevor Lawrence Calls For ‘Shift In The Way of Thinking’ Amid Death of George Floyd (TWEETS)
(Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) It is rare for Trevor Lawrence to use his platform to weigh in on social…
Jon Jones asks for UFC release following Dana White’s comments about ‘Deontay Wilder money’
Jon Jones is ready to cut ties with UFC after Dana White stated the champ wanted close to $30 million to fight Francis Ngannou.
US warns: Huawei 5G package is ‘obsolete by the time its operational’
Countries purchasing Huawei’s 5G wireless technology risk buying into a “China-only” telecommunications industry that lacks access to Western innovations, according to U.S. officials.
No threat to urban areas from locusts: FAO expert
India News: Extent of locust invasion in India may spread further and swarms may reach as far as Bihar and Odisha in June-July before they eventually return to R
Over Veterans’ Protests, Trump Vetoes Measure to Block Student Loan Rules
President Trump sided with Education Secretary Betsy DeVos over veterans’ groups, vetoing a measure that would have blocked new regulations that tighten access to student loan forgiveness.
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Neighborhood Arts programs at Metro Library System going online
Neighborhood Arts is a summertime staple in Oklahoma County. The program provides performances for families across the metro that are fun, free and interactive.
Top scientists say its too early too ease lockdown amid fears over warm weekend
Police have urged the public to maintain current safeguards about social contact ahead of the lessening of restrictions next week.
What is Section 230 and what does Trump’s order mean?
President Donald Trump signed an executive order curtailing Section 230 of the federal Communications Decency Act on Thursday, directly challenging a law that protects tech giants like Twitter from
Amy Klobuchar on claims she didn’t charge Derek Chauvin in 2006 shooting: ‘It’s a lie’
“This idea that I somehow declined a case…against this officer is absolutely false. It is a lie,” said Klobuchar, who served as Hennepin County attorney from 1998 to 2006.
Indie Horror Movie ‘The Wretched’ is Breaking Box Office Records
Drive-ins have helped The Wretched box office continue to climb and remain at number one for five weekends in a row.
Young QBs Burrow, Lawrence react to Floyd's death
No. 1 overall pick Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals called on the public to respond in the wake of the death of George Floyd, the Minneapolis man who died in police custody Monday night.
Return to school will likely see some ‘bumps’
As a part-time return to school nears for students across B.C., the president of the Greater Victoria Teachers’ Association says she’s expecting a few hiccups. “I think everybody is doing . . .
Likelike Highway scheduled to close overnight twice in June for tunnel maintenance | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A portion of Likelike Highway is scheduled for overnight closures twice in June for routine maintenance in the Wilson Tunnel, according to state officials.
Ladakh LG meets Home Minister Amit Shah
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United Airlines cutting 13 top jobs, adding int'l flights in July
United Airlines Holdings Inc said on Friday it will eliminate 13 officer positions even as it adds international flights back to its network, part of a restructuring to address the hit on its business from the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump ex-adviser Flynn asked Russia to avoid 'tit-for-tat,' new transcript shows
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump’s former adviser Michael Flynn asked Russia’s ambassador to help avoid an escalation in diplomatic sanctions during a call between Trump’s election and inauguration, a transcript released on Friday showed.
Wrestling coach and one-time WWE performer fired over George Floyd social media posts
Bethel School District announced they will no longer employ Dave Hollenbeck.
No nation has veto power over AfDB, African leaders back Adesina
Former African leaders have thrown their weight behind the embattled President of the African Development Bank, AfDB, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina.
Donald Trump claims shoot looters tweet was public safety message - not a threat
Trump claimed he had no idea 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' was first used by an anti-civil rights cop
Jamaica records 20% decline in road fatalities due to COVID-19 - NRSC
The National Road Safety Council is reporting that Jamaica recorded a 20% reduction in road fatalities islandwide compared to the corresponding period in 2019 due, in part, to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The council...
Videos of U.S. police killings spur protest - and sometimes charges
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The decision of Minneapolis prosecutors to criminally charge a police officer four days after the death of George Floyd shows how efforts to hold officers accountable often hinge on the level of public protest and whether the incident was caught on video.
Supreme Court rules vague tip is not enough keep police call to suspected drug dealer from being entrapment
Narrow majority of Justices finds ‘random virtue testing’ is too low a bar to protect public
Master of the APL England cargo ship charged over container spill
The APL England has also been ordered to pay $22 million in clean-up costs before the ship will be released from the Port of Brisbane.
Looking good for his age! Face of a priest who died 900 years ago is recreated after his remains were found buried in Lincoln Cathedral
The excavation of a burial site for clergymen at Lincoln Cathedral has allowed experts to uncover the face of a medieval priest.
Inside Katie Price's 42nd birthday as all five kids join her for party games and cake
Katie Price and her five kids Harvey, 18, Junior, 14, Princess, 12, Jett, six, and five-year-old Bunny got together to celebrate her 42nd birthday next week
How a remix of 'This is America' became a TikTok anthem for protesting police brutality
From being used to protest injustice, to 'celebrating' American freedom, to now highlighting the Minnesota protests, the song has come full circle.
Minneapolis mayor issues curfew amid destructive uprisings
The mayor of Minneapolis imposed a citywide 8 p.m. curfew starting Friday night following three nights of destructive protests in the city over the death of George Floyd. The curfew will bar people
Google is giving away its Nest Mini smart speaker — here's how to see if you're eligible to get one
If you subscribe to YouTube Premium or YouTube Premium Music, here's how to get your free Google Nest Mini.
Blagoy Ivanov believes he’s moving ‘in the right direction’ towards the UFC heavyweight belt
The Bulgarian co-headlines the UFC’s return to Las Vegas, Nevada this Saturday night opposite fellow Bellator veteran, Augusto Sakai.
Trump WHO funding cut prompts criticism as virus spreads
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's announcement he was cutting U.S. funding for the World Health Organization prompted criticism Saturday, as spiking infection rates in India and elsewhere served as...
Wanted Kitchener man arrested in Atwood
He was wanted for failing to comply with his release order
Will make data on train deaths public: Railways
At least nine passengers on board Shramik Specials to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have died so far. The Railways has said that many of them had pre-existing illnesses and were returning after surgery/treatment.
NPA appoints ex-Scorpion Sipho Ngwema as its new spokesperson
The National Prosecuting Authority has appointed former Scorpions point man Sipho Ngwema as its new spokesperson.
United Airlines cutting 13 top jobs, adding international flights in July
(Reuters) - United Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL.O) said on Friday it will eliminate 13 officer positions even as it adds international flights back to its network, part of a restructuring to address the hit on its business from the coronavirus pandemic.
Massey's Alison Brook looks at how we are responding to a world-scale natural disaster that is killing jobs super-fast and what the resulting long-term unemployment will will do to economic prospects
Massey's Alison Brook looks at how we are responding to a world-scale natural disaster that is killing jobs super-fast and what the resulting long-term unemployment will will do to economic prospects
Coronavirus began spreading in US as early as late January, CDC says
Coronavirus began slowly spreading in the US as early as late January or early February — and went undetected for a month, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The
Hapless jetski owner loses his CAR in the sea while trying to unload his machine
Whitstable local Lee Dolby, 40, filmed the man wading through the waves to rescue his Volkswagen Golf, which can be seen bobbing up and down in the water.
Senate GOP chairman criticizes Trump withdrawal from WHO
Senate Health Committee Chairman Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) said Friday that he disagrees with President Trump’s decision to end U.S.
Emmerdale actress Sally Dexter teases big return for Faith Dingle months after exit
Emmerdale fans will likely be seeing Faith Dingle again, following her fleeing the village last year
Major Market Indicators Report June 2020: Downshifting To Neutral
U.S. equity markets stage a V-shaped recovery as our indicators shift down to neutral. Our risk adjusted fair value target on the S&P 500 is 3,080, representing
US reaffirms commitment to India's leadership in Indo-Pacific region
The United States on Friday reaffirmed its “firm commitment” to India’s leadership in Indo-Pacific – a region where it is trying to build a coalition of democratic nations to contain the hegemonic
George Floyd family enlists Dr. Michael Baden to perform second autopsy
The family of George Floyd, the Minneapolis man who died shortly after he was arrested by police officers on suspicion of passing a counterfeit $20, has retained prominent forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Baden to perform an independent autopsy.
Covid-19: Cases rise to 29 240 as death toll hits 611
The number of people who have tested positive for coronavirus in South Africa is now sitting at 29 240.
JK reports 128 new positive cases, 875 recovered so far
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Food aid needed for Africa’s hungry strained by Covid-19 crisis
'Even if we help as many as we can, there’s always more to be done.'
WCDSB decides not to fly any flag for Pride Month
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ConCourt overturns personal costs order made against Public Protector
Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has commended the Constitutional Court for affirming the significance of her office by overturning a personal costs order made against her by the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria.
Minneapolis Police Officer Charged With Murder And Manslaughter Over George Floyd’s Death
There may be further charges laid over the incident.
What do the Flynn-Kislyak transcripts say?
Transcripts of phone conversations between then-incoming White House national security adviser Michael Flynn and then-Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak in December 2016 were released Friday.
Analysis: Trump fuels new tensions in moment of crisis
WASHINGTON (AP) — Over 48 hours in America, the official death toll from the coronavirus pandemic topped 100,000, the number of people who filed for unemployment during the crisis soared...
Coronavirus: Serie A to resume with games in hand, Coppa Italia final on June 17
The leftover games from matchday 25 will get Serie A back underway, while June 17 has been chosen as the date of the Coppa Italia final.
Robbie Williams 'living in fear of being burgled by notorious LA criminals'
The 46-year-old father-of-four lives in Los Angeles with American wife Ayda Field and their young children and has had to deal with persistent stalkers in the past
Top scientists say its too early too ease lockdown amid fears over warm weekend
Police have urged the public to maintain current safeguards about social contact ahead of the lessening of restrictions next week.
Donald Trump says spoke to family of man who died in Minneapolis arrest
US News: WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Friday he had expressed condolences to the family of George Floyd, the African American man who died while .
Opinion: The fall of Canada’s razzle-dazzle paper. Can it find glory again?
If the Toronto Star is ever to retrieve its old glamour, it will have to purse a death-or-victory strategy
Hall of Fame Running Back Has Been Diagnosed With Cancer
Hall of Fame running back Floyd Little, who rose to prominence with Syracuse and the Denver Broncos, has been diagnosed with cancer.
Ryan Gosling to play ‘Wolfman’ in reboot of horror classic
A director could be named soon.
Missouri's only abortion clinic wins licensing battle against state health department
(Reuters) - Missouri’s only abortion clinic on Friday won its legal fight to stay open, as an independent arbiter found the state’s health department was unjustified in denying the clinic’s application to renew its license.
NCAA offers plan to bring athletes back to campus | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The NCAA released a long and detailed plan today to help schools bring athletes back to campus during a pandemic.
Why a 16th-Century Artist Imagined Comets as Glorious, Fiery Swords
Explore a captivating compendium of cosmic illustrations.
7-year-old boy dead after Wednesday night shooting in North Amarillo
A 7-year-old boy has died after he was shot Wednesday night and found laying in the road in North Amarillo.
Two Kashmir youths booked over FB post in Aligarh
Police said the two are students of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU). University authorities said that while the two were AMU students last year, it needs to be checked whether they enrolled in the current session.
Chile, Peru secure credit lines from IMF amid pandemic
The IMF approved a two-year $24 billion credit line for Chile on Friday as the South American nation battles the growing impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Parktown Boys' principal back at school after lockdown postpones disciplinary hearing
The principal of Parktown Boys' High has been back at work since Monday after the lockdown led to the postponement of his disciplinary hearing.
Twitter's web app now supports saved drafts and scheduled tweets
What began as an experiment last fall is rolling out to all web app users.
Nova Scotia police received warnings in 2011 about man who would become mass killer
HALIFAX - A newly released document reveals that in May 2011, police were told the Nova Scotia man who would later kill 22 people in a shooting rampage want
Karnataka HC questions policy to choose migrants for trains
Hearing a PIL on the plight of migrant workers in the state on Thursday, a division bench of the Karnataka High Court, comprising Chief Justice Abhay Sreenivas Oka and Justice B V Nagaratha, remarked that there was no clear and transparent “policy” by which passengers were being picked.
Chouhan govt set to reintroduce direct mayoral polls in MP
The Kamal Nath-led Congress government had earlier promulgated an ordinance to restore a system of indirect elections that entailed councillors electing a mayor in municipal corporations and chairpersons in nagarpalikas and nagarpanchayats.
Greece Will Open to International Tourists but Ban Travellers From Covid-19 Hotspots
The Greek government announced today that it will open up to international tourists from 29 different countries on 15 June, according to the English-language Greek news outlet Ekathimerini. People from countries with high infection rates for the coronavirus, including the US, UK, Sweden, Spain, and Brazil, will not be allowed to enter Greece.
Maharashtra CM's not in favour of lifting lockdown; some easing likely
Chief minister Uddhav Thackeray on Friday indicated that Maharashtra, especially hotspots like Mumbai and Pune, would continue to remain under lockdow
In broadside against China, Trump moves toward ending Hong Kong privileges
WASHINGTON/HONG KONG — President Donald Trump on Friday ordered his administration to begin the process of eliminating special U.
Bodies found in Iowa believed to be missing persons in Chino Valley
Two people reported missing from Chino Valley have been found dead.
Forty Years Ago, May 30, 1980: Assam Ultimatum
With this ultimatum to AASU leaders, the chances of the resumption of a dialogue between the government and leaders of the current movement on the issue of foreign nationals further receded today.
Master of the APL England cargo ship charged over container spill
The APL England has also been ordered to pay $22 million in clean-up costs before the ship will be released from the Port of Brisbane.
Coronavirus: Sun Pharma to test pancreatitis drug in COVID-19 patients in India
Sun Pharma said the pancreatitis drug, nafamostat mesilate, has been identified as a potential candidate for COVID-19 patients by scientists at University of Tokyo and Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Germany
Maharashtra: Sadhus Attacked, Temple Looted In Palghar District; One Accused Held
In yet another shocking incident of attack on Hindu saints and seers, three unidentified assailants barged into a temple and attacked two priests, reports PTI.
Iran reports most new cases in nearly 2 months
The health ministry confirms 2,819 new coronavirus cases across the country in the past 24 hours, bringing the overall total to 146,668
The Planet's Forests Are Becoming Younger And Shorter As Climate Change Bites
The world’s forests are dramatically changing. A destructive cocktail of deforestation and climate change are leading to younger and shorter forests across
City of Moscow revises up its coronavirus death toll for April after criticism
MOSCOW (Reuters) - The city of Moscow has issued a revised version of its coronavirus death toll for April after criticism of its initial figures, more than doubling the original tally by using what it said was an alternative counting method.
Del City hires former Tuttle star outfielder Corey Hawk as head baseball coach
Former Tuttle star outfielder Corey Hawk was hired as head coach of Del City on Friday morning.
A closer look at Manchester United's four-man attacking shortlist
Sports Mole takes a closer look at the four-man attacking shortlist Manchester United have reportedly drafted ahead of the summer window.
George Floyd: African Union condemns US police killing of black man
The head of the African Union Commission on Friday condemned the killing by police of an unarmed black man in the US state of Minnesota which has sparked protests across the country. Moussa Faki...
Michel Barnier: UK needs to get real if it wants a Brexit deal
An agreement by the end of the year will be ‘very difficult, but it is possible,’ EU negotiator says.
Zaira Wasim Deletes Instagram And Twitter Accounts After Getting Trolled For Tweet On Locust Attacks
Former Bollywood actress, Zaira Wasim got into trouble with netizens when she tweeted a verse from the holy Quran which mentioned locust attacks, and related it to arrogance of people. Zaira’s tweet did not go well with Twitterati as they felt she was being insensitive to the locust attacks in the country.
Murray to return to action in June
Andy Murray will return from his latest injury problem on June 23 in a tournament organised by his brother Jamie to raise money for a UK National Health Service charity.
Japan's J-League to restart on 4 July after four-month delay; matches to be played in empty stadiums
Executives from Japan’s top football clubs voted to resume the season after restrictions were lifted across the country this week
Young women in Ireland report being loneliest in EU, study finds
The findings were the first published from Eurofound’s living, working and Covid-19 online survey.
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Thursday, ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump.
Food, shelter and free journey: Five big takeaways from Supreme Court order on migrants
Lakhs of migrant workers were stranded across the country without food, shelter and transportation after the nationwide lockdown was announced by the Central government from March 25 at just four-hour notice to limit the spread of coronavirus.
Google hosting an exclusive Headspace meditation for Local Guides today
To say thanks to Local Guides, Google is hosting an exclusive Headspace meditation live stream today (May 29) at 11:15 am PT.
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Trump Considers Mass Expulsion of Chinese Grad Students
The Trump administration may soon expel thousands of Chinese graduate students enrolled at U.S. universities and impose other sanctions against Chinese officials in the latest signs of tensions between Washington and Beijing over trade, the coronavirus pandemic, human rights and the status of Hong Kong.
NCA launches UK ad campaign to divert kids searching for cybercrime tools | ZDNet
DDoS-for-hire and Trojan-related searches are on the agency’s radar.
Minimum Wage Requirement Indicates Hamilton City Council Is Out Of Touch
Responding to Hamilton City Council's move to a minimum wage of $20 per hour for employees of its contractors, the New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union is labelling the decision tone-deaf.
A court must first rule on whether DA virtual congress is lawful - John Moodey
DA leadership hopeful John Moodey has written to the party's public representatives, objecting to the proposed plans for a virtual leadership conference in October, and challenging its constitutional validity.
Breaking: US Personal Spending plunged by 13.6% in April
Personal Spending in the United States declined by 13.6 on a monthly basis in April, the data published by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis showed
Pamela Anderson wants to get married again after Jon Peters split
She's had a string of failed marriages.
17-year-old Nigerian hyper realistic artist wows social media with his paintings
Nigerians have a lot of talented young men and women, and 17-year-old Mayor Olajide is just one of them. He's a hyper realistic artist & his works are awesome.
Sturgeon urges Scots to enjoy relaxation of lockdown restrictions responsibly
The First Minister spoke at the Scottish Government’s coronavirus briefing as changes came into effect allowing people to meet friends and family.
Cristiano Ronaldo expecting baby no.5 as partner Georgina appears to be pregnant
Cristiano Ronaldo's Georgina partner Georgina appears to be pregnant with her second child. The 26-year-old shared a picture but found a way to hide her bump.
Madonna Ripped for Posting Son’s George Floyd Dance Tribute
Twitter was not happy with the pop star's recent tweet
Dam Catastrophes Can Be Prevented
Crumbling infrastructure puts communities at risk. A disaster in Michigan shows what’s at stake.
Garba Shehu says President Buhari can never be associated with fake promises
An aide to the Nigerian president, Garba Shehu, has said neither the APC nor Buhari can be associated with fake promises. Shehu said lasting change takes time.
First Bald Eagle Nest Spotted In Cape Cod In More Than 100 Years
The first bald eagle nest has been spotted in Cape Cod, Massachusetts since 1905 as wildlife experts celebrate the endangered species’ soaring population a
Endeavour Silver resumes operations at three Mexico mines
Canadian miner Endeavour Silver has resumed mining operations at its three underground silver-gold mines in Mexico.
Foreign powers in Libya risk ever bloodier stalemate
TUNIS/ANKARA/CAIRO (Reuters) - As Turkish drones helped drive eastern Libyan forces back from Tripoli this month, Russia was said to be reinforcing them with warplanes, raising the stakes in a stalemated civil war that has partitioned the country.
Coronavirus cases in Pakistan cross 64,000-mark, death toll soars to 1,317
Meanwhile, a senior journalist died on Thursday due to the coronavirus in Peshawar, making him the first media casualty of the virus in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province.
‘Where was Latrell?’: Mitchell goes missing but Braith says he’s improving as a fullback
All eyes were on Latrell Mitchell in Friday night’s epic grudge match with the Roosters after he underwhelmed in his first two performances in the South Sydney No.1 jersey.
Space Funerals: Celestis And Aura Flights Will Send The Ashes Of Your Loved Ones In Space
People can now send their loved ones' ashes across space. Aura And Celestis Flights offers space funerals.
Louis Ng urges Govt to provide more help to older women trying to have children through IVF
Louis Ng urges Govt to provide more help to older women trying to have children through IVF
After Sonu Sood, Amitabh Bachchan Arranges 10 Buses For UP Migrant Workers
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan came forward to help the stranded migrant workers reach their hometown in Uttar Pradesh.
FA Cup to return as quarter-finals set for June 27/28, final on August 1
Authorities in charge of football in England have given the approval for the FA Cup to return from June in which the prestigious competition will start from 27.
Panic Grips Residents of Indian City of Meerut as Monkeys Steal COVID-19 Blood Samples - Video
New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been under a lockdown since March due to the fear of COVID-19 spread. As the restrictions are easing in their fourth phase, India’s...
Black CNN reporter, crew released after live arrest covering Minneapolis riots
Police arrested a black CNN correspondent and his crew broadcasting live from the US city of Minneapolis early Friday while covering unrest sparked by the death of a black man at the hands of law enf…
US Turns Away Two Ships Carrying Iranian Fuel From Venezuela Under Sanctions Threat
Iran has been supplying petroleum products to Venezuela as the Latin American country is facing a severe shortage of gasoline and is struggling to procure it abroad...
Girl, 2, is fighting for her life after plunging 40ft from bedroom window
The toddler, named locally as 'happy and sweet' Lara Coleman, had to be airlifted to hospital following the 'complete accident' on Bedford Street, Portsmouth, Hants, around 6pm last night.
Ethereum Just Breached a Crucial Level, and That Means Bitcoin May Rip Higher
After days of stagnating, both Bitcoin and Ethereum have registered strong gains over the past 48 hours. While it is normally BTC leading the pack, this
TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods to reopen all stores in next month
TJX Companies temporarily closed its 4,400 locations on March 19 and began to reopen them on May 2.
Somalia commission to probe killing of seven health workers
MOGADISHU (Reuters) - Somalia will set up a regional commission to probe the killing of seven health workers and report publicly within a month, the head of Hirshabelle state told Reuters on Friday, as the United Nations condemned what it called an outrage.
Players’ player of the year (2007/2008) – Cristiano Ronaldo
The Manchester United forward was a two-time winner of the award.
Protest in Hong Kong over China's move to pass security law
Dozens of people protested in a mall in Hong Kong on Friday following a vote by China's ceremonial parliament to approve legislation that could severely restrict opposition political activity and civil society in the Asian financial centre.
Woody Allen compares denouncing him over molestation claims to eating kale
He said it was the fashionable thing to do.
Amid the coronavirus, human rights defenders need more protection
On May 1, I took up the mandate of the United Nations special rapporteur on human rights defenders (HRDs). As part of my new role, I have been talking online to HRDs on a daily basis.
Bulgaria’s Business Proposes a Package of 54 additional Anti-crisis Measures
Bulgaria’s business and syndicates are proposing a package of 54 additional anti-crisis measures to this country’s cabinet.
City of Moscow revises up its coronavirus death toll for April after criticism
The city of Moscow has issued a revised version of its coronavirus death toll for April after criticism of its initial figures, more than doubling the original tally by using what it said was an alternative counting method. The city initially reported 636 coronavirus-related deaths for April, a figure
The move used to restrain George Floyd is discouraged by most police. Here's why.
George Floyd's death has raised new questions about a potentially dangerous method of restraint: the knee-to-neck manoeuvre.
People shielding from coronavirus ‘feel left behind’ as lockdown measures ease
Charities are concerned about the impact an indefinite isolation will have on the more than two million people shielding in the UK.
All the movies still scheduled to release in 2020 – Part 1
With cinemas set to start opening over the next few months, we list all the currently scheduled movie releases from June to September.
Sinn Fein leader says she would not justify every action taken by IRA
Mary Lou McDonald said violence had been justified to take on the British State.
Gov't intervention after Fairmont Norfolk fired all employees
Prestigious hotel closed indefinitely
AI Startup Accern Secures $13 Million Through Series A Funding Round
Accern, a U.S.-based artificial Intelligence (AI) start-up, announced on Thursday it secured $13 million through its Series A funding round, which was led by Fu
Who are the new names in England frame?
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Fighting Covid-19 and building the future Human Resource Capital
Companies must use the pandemic to prepare for a post Covid-19 world
The UK wants to join with Trump to form a new global alliance to end China's grip on 5G
Boris Johnson wants to form a technology alliance with the US and other countries amid global anger towards China.
Madhya Pradesh: Samples of 1,700 people taken for ICMR's COVID-19 survey
Samples of people collected from four districts in Madhya Pradesh: Indore, Dewas, Ujjain and Gwalior, who have not shown any symptoms of this disease.
People shielding from coronavirus ‘feel left behind’ as lockdown measures ease
Charities are concerned about the impact an indefinite isolation will have on the more than two million people shielding in the UK.
MAN UNITED: Shanghai Shenhua softens stance on possible Ighalo loan extension
Manchester United have been handed in a boost in their bid to extend Odion Ighalo's loan deal at the club, with Shanghai Shenhua
Reading fest to be held online from June 19
The 25th edition of the P.N. Panicker Memorial National Reading Day – Reading Month Celebration will be observed across the country in the online mode this year on account of COVID-19. In an official
2 floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed after official tests positive for COVID-19
The sources suggested that there have been a few symptomatic cases of coronavirus among employees working in different secretariats and branches at Parliament and its adjoining buildings.
Coronavirus: Five statistics that show how far Ayrshire has come in fight against COVID-19
Lockdown measures have been eased - but has much changed in Ayrshire?
Netizens weigh in on jobs for foreign workers and locals
Netizens weigh in on jobs for foreign workers and locals
Dominic Cummings cut-out spotted among cardboard fans at NRL showdown
Dominic Cummings is coming under huge pressure to resign after he ignored lockdown rules but a cardboard cut-out of him has been seen at an NRL game in Australia
NHS Test and Trace data will be stored for two decades
NHS will keep personally identifiable data of coronavirus patients and their contacts for a long duration, a move that has prompted concerns among security experts
Phillip Schofield's 'controversial' Donald Trump comment sparks Ofcom complaints
Phillip Schofield has defended his comment about US President Donald Trump but viewers have complained to Ofcom
Man dies at Lullingstone Castle after reports of rocks being thrown
Kent police say victim in his 60s, named locally as Charles Hilder, may have been in altercation ‘with two boys or teenagers’
China’s First Civil Code Allows Citizens to Inherit Cryptocurrency
The Chinese Parliament has adopted the country’s first Civil Code, which among other things, enables citizens to inherit bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Mahathir Mohamad ousted from party amid power struggle
Malaysia's former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has been ousted from his ethnic Malay political party in the latest twist of a power struggle with his successor, but he has vowed to challenge the
Air Canada is using its business class-only private jets on some routes to make social distancing in the sky easier — take a look at the unique plane
The sub-fleet, known as Air Canada Jetz, typically fly sports teams and its aircraft feature all-business class seating with no pesky middle seats.
Nagaland Board To Announce Results For Class 10 and 12 On May 30
Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) announced that the results HSLC (class 10) and HSSLC (class 12) exam 2020 will be released on Saturday, 30 May.
Pilot breaches lockdown and flies to Anglesey RAF base 'to go to beach'
The RAF confirmed the civilian pilot landed at RAF Valley on a closed airfield without permission.
Minnesota governor 'deeply apologizes' to CNN president after network crew arrested
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) on Friday apologized to CNN President Jeff Zucker after reporter Omar Jimenez and his camera crew were arrested in Minneapolis, with the governor promising a prompt
After Arranging Buses For Thousands Of Migrants, Sonu Sood Helps Airlift 170 Girls Stuck In Kerala
After sending numerous migrant workers to their hometowns across the nation, actor Sonu Sood has now airlifted over 170 girls stuck in Kerala amid the coronavirus lockdown.Rajya Sabha MP Amar Patn
Dinara Safina: 'Being world No 1 is not fun, it is the opposite'
The Russian won 12 titles and Olympic silver, but she came to take everything in her career so seriously that the pressure suffocated
Sebi seeks time to file counter in High Court on PIL against Franklin MF
The PIL had been filed by an investor protection society in response to the abrupt winding up six debt schemes worth Rs 28,000 crore of assets under management by the fund house
Most court cases will resume with caution after circuit breaker, but remote hearings remain: Chief Justice
SINGAPORE: Most court cases will resume on Jun 8, after about two months of suspended activity with only urgent and essential cases being heard. ...
YOBE: Buni approves N200m monthly to pay retirees benefits
Yobe Governor Mai Mala Buni, said the sum of N200 million has been earmarked every month for payment of entitlements to retirees of the.
Russia reports record toll of new virus deaths
Health officials report a total of 4,374 deaths and 387,623 cases as of May 29, the third-highest number of infections in the world after the United States and Brazil
Senior citizen charged with repeatedly breaking COVID-19 rules during circuit breaker
SINGAPORE: A 63-year-old man is accused of breaking COVID-19 regulations by repeatedly leaving his Whampoa flat without reasonable excuse, not ...
Monkeys steal coronavirus blood samples in India
Monkeys grabbed and fled with the blood samples of four Covid-19 patients, says doctor
GST Council to meet next month; FinMin not for raising rates on non-essential items
Post the lockdown, the demand has to be induced and economic activity has to improve on all fronts, not just on essential items side, they said. However, the decision will be taken by the GST Council headed by the finance minister, according to sources.
Locusts may not overwhelm, but India can't let guard down: FAO expert
Central and northern states aren't ideal breeding grounds and South India might not see any attack; Rajasthan will be under threat for next few months
Club offered chance to sign Southampton defender – Manager ‘happy’ to bring him in
Turkish newspaper Fotomac claim Galatasaray have been offered the chance to sign Southampton defender Wesley Hoedt. The Dutch defender, who’s currently on loan at Belgian club Royal Antwerp, is due to return to his parent club, but Fotomac say Galatasaray could be his next destination. It’s stated the Premier League side offered Hoedt to Galatasaray
Centre likely to retain limited role and allow states have more say after Lockdown 4.0
The central government may, however, advise state authorities to continue with strict curbs in COVID-19 containment zones in the worst-affected 30 municipal areas that account for 80 per cent of the positive cases in the country. These 30 municipal areas are from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh,
Bulgaria to lift travel ban on Australian convicted of murder
SOFIA (Reuters) - Bulgaria will move to lift a ban that prevents an Australian man convicted of murder in 2009 and released on parole from leaving the country, the Interior Ministry said on Friday.
Sinn Fein leader says she would not justify every action taken by IRA
Mary Lou McDonald said violence had been justified to take on the British State.
Tambuwal to meet Buhari over Sokoto attacks
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Interstate Lockdown: Driver abandons vehicle, 21 passengers as FCTA arrests 74, impounds 3 buses
ABUJA: The Federal Capital Territory FCT Ministerial Task-team on the Enforcement of COVID-19 Restrictions has arrested 74 persons travel
Premier League return: Police want Liverpool games played at neutral venues
Merseyside derby and Man United against Sheffield United among neutral fixtures
Tackling corona around the world
A long-term lock-down policy during which schools and work are also shut down, however, would cost much more but save fewer additional lives. This would likely leave society worse off.
Enjoy Your Long Weekend But Stick To The Rules
As we head into Queen’s Birthday weekend and the limit on the number of people who can gather increases Police are encouraging everyone to enjoy the break but remember there are still restrictions in place at Alert Level 2.
No better time to show your humanity: Yuvraj Singh urges everyone to join fight against Covid-19
Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has urged everyone to stay safe with cases on the rise in India.
USD/CAD hangs near 2-1/2-month lows post-US/Canadian data, focus remains on Trump
The USD/CAD pair held on to its softer tone through the early North American session and had a rather muted reaction to the US/Canadian macro data. Th
Richard Sambrook to review BBC's social media use
The former director of global news at the BBC will examine online posts from programmes and staff.
Google's new AR tool will visualise social distancing for you
But it's only for Android users
Bahrain reports 300 new COVID-19 cases
Total recoveries from the coronavirus rise to 5,491
Renowned astrologer Bejan Daruwalla passes away at 89; Guj CM tweets condolences
He was admitted to a private hospital in Ahmedabad last week after he complained of breathing difficulty.
How to put 'found money' generated from pandemic savings to good use
CALGARY - An elevator salesman in Calgary says two months of working from his house in the northwest part of the city have convinced him there's no plac
Salon Chain Closes Outlets After Virus-Related Threats
The Great Clips hair salon chain has temporarily closed its outlets in Springfield, Missouri, after receiving threatening messages due to news that two of its hairstylists who tested positive for the coronavirus might have exposed 140 clients to the illness.
French carmaker Renault to cut 15,000 jobs worldwide
French carmaker Renault said Friday it will cut 15,000 jobs worldwide as part of a 2 billion-euro ($2.2 billion) cost-cutting plan, as a brutal drop in industry sales during the pandemic worsened the company's pre-existing problems.
Plymouth Argyle apprentice Isaac Burdon agrees to sign for Plymouth Parkway
The 18-year-old defender has been released by the Pilgrims
India’s tour of Australia could be held in only one or two venues if needed: CA chief Kevin Roberts
CA chief executive Kevin Roberts said the schedule could change depending on the travel restrictions due to the health crisis.
Tanzanian court finds opposition leader guilty of sedition, sets him free
DAR ES SALAAM (Reuters) - A Tanzanian court ruled on Friday that an opposition leader was guilty of sedition and incitement on accusations that he falsely said some 100 people were killed in clashes between herders and police in his home region in 2018.
Laolu Akande harps on importance of feedback to Buhari administration
Mr Laolu Akande, the spokesperson of Nigeria's Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, has revealed that President Muhammadu Buhari
7 people shot in Louisville during protests of Breonna Taylor shooting
Seven people were shot Thursday in downtown Louisville, Ky., as several hundred protesters gathered to protest the death of Breonna Taylor, who was shot and killed in her own apartment by police in
Grand Anicut gets a fresh of lick of paint ahead of water release
The Grand Anicut (Kallanai), the ancient water regulator from where water is distributed for irrigation in the core delta districts, is being spruced up ahead of its opening next month.The Public Work
Mortal Kombat 11 Sheeva Fatalities, Brutalities, Krushing Blow and Friendship guide
Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath is now available to purchase. This paid DLC expansion to NetherRealm Studios' gory fighter includes five-chapter epilogue to the base game's story, as well as three new characters: Wind god Fujin, guest star Ro...
PS4 Controller Back Button Attachment Is Back in Stock Direct from PlayStation
Get them while they're hot
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD – Falling on Friday? [Video]
The broad dollar weakness is really helping Cable bulls at the moment, so much so that there is a renewed prospect of continued recovery. In the past
West Ham headlines as €12m transfer claim made, Hammers slip down as new rich list revealed
All the very latest West Ham United news, views and transfer rumours from football.london as Gonzalo Montiel and Ryan Fredericks dominate this lunchtime's headlines
Prime Time Comedy Show: Netizens Ridicule Indian, Pakistani Panelists 'Brandishing Weapons' on TV
New Delhi (Sputnik): While heated verbal attacks are routine in any news channel debate these days, an Indian station became the target of mockery after pundits started...
The 1975’s Matt Healy Deactivates Twitter Account After Promoting Song With Black Lives Matter Tweet
The 1975 frontman paired his thoughts following George Floyd's death with the band's music video.
Twitter hides Trump's 'When the looting starts, the shooting starts' tweet for glorifying violence
People can still retweet the president's post with a comment, but cannot like, reply or retweet it
Players’ player of the year (2007/2008) – Cristiano Ronaldo
The Manchester United forward was a two-time winner of the award.
HDB to launch 7,800 BTO flats in August sales exercise, services and construction activities to resume
SINGAPORE: The Housing and Development Board (HDB) will offer about 7,800 flats in its Build-To-Order (BTO) August 2020 sales exercise, it said in ...
Factbox: Who's involved in Libya's war and why
(Reuters) - The conflict between Libya’s Government of National Accord (GNA), recognised by the United Nations, and the eastern-based forces of Khalifa Haftar has become a cauldron for foreign rivals.
New York coronavirus tracing program falls behind on hiring goals
The joint initiative between Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office and Bloomberg Philanthropies has successfully trained and hired just 2,164 tracers.
DA Eastern Cape to have its own virtual congress
DA Eastern Cape chairperson Andrew Whitfield says the party's federal executive is investigating the feasibility of hosting its first ever digital provincial elective congress.
Record everything with the Vantrue N2 Pro dual dash cam on sale for $143
The front records in 1440p with a 170-degree angle lens, and the back records in 1080p with 140-degree field of view. Includes night vision, parking mode, and more. Has built-in mic and speaker for full audio. Resists heat and protects itself.
1 more day of excessive Las Vegas heat before a cooler Saturday
Las Vegas’ forecast high for Friday is 106 as a three-day heat wave begins to subside in the valley.
McLaren to reportedly cut about 30% of their employees
Over 1,000 employees will lose their jobs at McLaren Group due to restructuring program
Yogi Adityanath announces jobs for 11 lakh migrant workers, labourers; UP govt inks pact with industry
Yogi Adityanath said that he has received a list of 11 lakh migrant workers and labourers from bodies such as India Industries Association and FICCI and they have assured to absorb a huge labour force into the industry.
Greece to allow visitors from 29 countries next month, but not UK
Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.
Third of child grooming cases involve Facebook apps says UK charity
In more than half of child grooming cases in England and Wales where police recorded information about how the child was groomed, a Facebook-owned app was used.
Fire service concern as some ignore social distancing to watch Long Eaton school blaze
Crowds gathered as firefighters tackled the Harrington Junior School inferno
Greece to open to tourists from 29 countries from June 15
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece said on Friday it will open to visitors from 29 countries from June 15, days before its peak tourism season begins.
Mark ‘Bomber’ Thompson insists he ‘never got into a fight’, amid claims he threw a person into a car boot
Essendon legend Mark ‘Bomber’ Thompson has played down reports of another run-in with the law, claiming he wasn’t involved in a fight and couldn’t have fit his “friend” into the boot of a car.
13 puppies 'bred in horrendous circumstances' rescued by animal welfare charity
Scotland's animal welfare charity has rescued 13 puppies from an illegal dealer at Cairnryan Port in Dumfries and Galloway.
Dana White confirms Mike Tyson has something 'big' lined up for boxing return
'They have something lined up, something big. He's going to get in there.'
Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson reveals he cheated on wife Kay and learned he has an adult daughter from fling
DUCK Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson has revealed he cheated on his wife, Miss Kay- and recently discovered he has an adult daughter from his affair. The star and his sons confessed the shocking s…
On banks of Danube, Hungary and South Korea mourn victims of boat accident
BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Officials from Hungary and South Korea held a minute’s silence and threw white flowers onto the waters of the Danube on Friday, marking the first anniversary of a boat accident which killed 25 South Korean tourists and two Hungarian crew.
Electricity: Buhari approves funding for first phase of Siemens power deal
Nigeria's electricity sector may soon receive a great boost as President Muhammadu Buhari has approved funding for the first phase of a deal with Siemens AG.
Lockdown 5: Shrines to reopen Monday, pvt offices to work with 100% staff from June 8, says Mamata
The announcements, two days before the end of the fourth phase of the lockdown, aimed to normalise the day-to-day functioning of major institutions, did not go down well with the opposition BJP and the CPI(M), who sought a rethink over the decision as the state was witnessing a spike in the number of coronavirus cases.
Lockdown: Jain monks seek easing of travel norms for Chaturmas
In a memorandum to the Chief Minister, general secretary of the state Congress Committee president Suman Agarwal urged the chief minister to provide protection and help from the police and ease travel restrictions for sadhus and sadhvis during the lockdown.
Millions of locusts swarm India as farmers 'play loud music' to drive them away
Several Indian states are said to be 'reeling' from a locust attack which is the worst such invasion in years and farmers have reportedly been spraying gallons of insecticide to try and tackle the issue
Court stops FG from auctioning Dawes Island Marginal Oil Field
The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos Friday restrained the Ministry of Petroleum from selling or accepting bids for Dawes Island Marginal Oil Field...
Investors, scientists urge IEA head to take bolder climate stance
LONDON (Reuters) - Fatih Birol, the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), faced renewed calls to take a bolder stance on climate change on Friday from investors concerned the organisation’s reports enable damaging levels of investment in fossil fuels.
China says non-peaceful action on Taiwan is last resort
Li Zhanshu, who is also the head of China's parliament, said Beijing will never allow any force, in any way, to separate Taiwan from China.
Tile’s antitrust claims against Apple now being made in Europe as well as US
Tile's antitrust claims against Apple, first made in the US, are now being made in Europe too. The smart tracker company claimed that Apple was acting ...
Budapest marks anniversary of deadly Danube boat disaster
The Hungarian capital Budapest on Friday marked the anniversary of one its worst-ever shipping disasters, the sinking of a sightseeing vessel on the Danube which killed at least 27 people, mostly South Korean tourists.
Police arrest CNN reporter and crew live on air as they report from Minneapolis protests
There are huge protests taking place in Minneapolis
Jobless students stranded in Australia turn to handouts
MELBOURNE: Australia wooed hundreds of thousands of international students to its shores with the promise of a first-class education and ...
Taliban attack on army checkpoint kills 14 military personnel, Afghan government says
A spokesman for the Afghanistan national security adviser’s office said despite sporadic clashes, a truce in effect during the three-day Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr, which ended Tuesday, would continue
Covid lockdown: Mamata Banerjee announces slew of relaxations, shrines to reopen from Monday
India News: CM Banerjee on Friday announced a series of relaxations in the state from June 1 and claimed that the number of Covid-19 cases is increasing due to th
A majority in the US supports making mail-in voting easier, new study shows
A majority of United States residents supports measures to make it easier to vote by mail, according to new results from a national survey led by researchers from Northeastern, Harvard, Rutgers, and Northwestern ...
CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in Minneapolis
CNN posts a footage of correspondent Omar Jimenez speaking calmly to police with batons and riot helmets, then being handcuffed and taken away
White wrestling coach mocks George Floyd’s murder (Photo)
A Washington state high school wrestling coach, Dave Hollenbeck, took to social media to mock the murder of George Floyd and he has been sacked by his employer for that. Taking to social media, Dave Hollenbeck,
Bulgaria to lift travel ban on Australian convicted of murder
The decision comes after Bulgaria's highest appeals court dismissed a request by the former chief prosecutor to review the parole granted to Jock Palfreeman in September. Palfreeman's parole angered nationalist politicians who have decried his release from prison, while the government's
Veerendra Kumar, a minister for hardly 48 hours in Kerala
Rajya Sabha member M P Veerendra Kumar, who died at the age of 84 on Thursday night, had been a minister in Kerala for hardly 48 hours. Kumar was elected to the eighth Kerala Legislative Assembly
Police want Liverpool's title decider in neutral stadium
Liverpool might not win the English Premier League at Anfield after police included the leader's key games among at least five it wants at neutral venues in a bid to prevent fans from gathering outside when the competition resumes.
Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air covering Minneapolis protests
The Minnesota State Patrol arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television early Friday morning while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, and led him and three crew members away in handcuffs.
PSL Teams to Return To Training Next Week?
The Premier Soccer League is yet to officially communicate their plans for the resumption of the 2019/20 season, but according to Siya sources, clubs are already underway with preparations to return to training.
Greece to open to tourists from 29 countries from June 15
Europe News: ATHENS: Greece said on Friday it will open to visitors from 29 countries from June 15, days before its peak tourism season begins.
Watch: CNN journalist arrested during live report from Minneapolis riots
Watch the shocking moment when a CNN journalist and his crew were arrested during a live report about protests in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd
Report: Star Wars: Maverick reveal on June 2nd
A Reddit sleuth has pieced together information teased by Venturebeat's Jeff Grub, who seem happy to leak everything these days, and it all seems to point to a reveal of Star Wars: Maverick on June 2n
Blockchain.com Rolls Out Bitcoin Interest Accounts
Blockhcian.com, one of the early crypto wallet platform, has rolled out interest-bearing accounts for deposited digital assets.
Bear captured after chase through residential neighbourhood in Barrie
Police urged residents in a Barrie neighbourhood to remain in their homes as they chased black bear that was roaming through backyards in the area on Friday morning.
The best way to write Messages on Apple Watch?
This little app lets you write more complex Messages using your Apple Watch.
SBK, Donington and Assen postponed, racing to start at Jerez, Portimao second round
SBK: A definitive calendar is beginning to emerge; starting on 2 August in Jerez with Aragon, the third race to complete the Iberian triple-header. Overseas rounds still on stand-by
Feds won't force airline ticket refunds for COVID-19 cancellations
The federal government is signalling that it won't force airlines to offer refunds to ticket holders for flights cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic.
GBP/USD hits 2-1/2-week high, around 1.2365 region ahead of Trump
The GBP/USD pair quickly reversed a mid-European session dip to sub-1.2300 level and jumped to the highest level since May 12, around the 1.2365-70 re
Close call as north Louth forest fire put out by passing walkers
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Twitter hides Donald Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence' amid large-scale riots
A warning label has been placed over the tweet
Acura's New Type S Models Should Have Audi Worried
The launch of the 2021 Acura TLX is the most important reveal Acura has made since the third-generation RDX...
“My arrest shows I don’t deal with small money” – Bobrisky boasts about arrest over N30m
Nigerian cross-dresser Idris Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky, has taken to social media to brag about his arrest over a N30 million deal. Bobrisky was picked up by officers of the Nigerian police and is
Podcast: Why do people think 5G makes them sick?
In this episode of the Engadget Podcast, we explore why some people think 5G (and lots of other wireless tech) makes them sick. Omer van den Bergh, a tenured professor of Health Psychology, breaks down his research for us,.
NCS ties up with TCS iON for providing free online skill training to registered job seekers
This course on soft skills assists the learners in enhancing personality development with modules on corporate etiquette, improving interpersonal skills, making impactful presentations, including other necessary soft skills demanded by the industry.
Denmark reopens borders for locked-out lovers
More than two months after closing its borders, Denmark has loosened restrictions to let couples separated by coronavirus lockdowns finally see each other again -- even if the easing applies just to partners from a few nearby countries for now.
Coronavirus lockdown | Mamata Banerjee announces relaxations from June 1
Religious places can open up from June 1, says Bengal CM
Lego's 1:8 scale model kit of the Lamborghini Sian might actually be more desirable than the real car
Lego Technic kits are one of its more challenging products, aimed at car enthusiasts who don't mind spending unhealthy amounts of time tinkering with complex plastic pieces that take the shape of a Porsche 911 RSR, a Corvette ZR1, a…
Minnesota Guv. Apologizes After State Police Arrest CNN Reporter And Crew At Protests
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) apologized to CNN president Jeff Zucker on Friday morning after police officers arrested CNN reporter...
Williams will present new FW43 livery before the start of the season
Since the unveiling of the FW43 at the beginning of this year, ROKiT has been clearly visible on Williams' car. This at the presentation and later also during the winter tests. After the announced cancellation of the agreement earlier today, the livery of the car will have to be adjusted. Williams expects to present the new livery soon.
Niyi Adeolokun and Eoin McKeon among 12 players to exit Connacht
It means just five of their Pro12-winning starting team will still be at the province next season.
Police need more than an unverified tip to avoid drug-case entrapment, Supreme Court says
In a pair of related rulings today, the high court says police must take sufficient steps to verify such tips to avoid entrapping suspects
The One Show: Prince William expresses fears for 'broken NHS staff all over the country'
He featured on Thursday's episode
Bangladesh reports 2,523 new virus cases, a daily record; deaths hit 582
Bangladesh has reported a record 2,523 new coronavirus cases in a day, bringing the tally of infections to 42,844.
Marauding monkeys attack lab technician and steal Covid-19 tests
A band of marauding monkeys has attacked a laboratory technician and stolen three Covid-19 test samples, raising fears they will infect themselves and then spread the deadly disease to humans. The worker was attacked outside a medical college in Meerut, northern India, while transporting samples from
League-by-league guide to the return of football around Europe
On Thursday, Italy's sports minister confirmed that Serie A will return on June 20, while La Liga in Spain will resume its season in the week beginning June 8. Here are confirmed restart dates elsewhere.
Functioning of Delhi HC, subordinate courts to remain suspended till June 14
The Delhi High Court has extended the suspension of its functioning, along with that of its subordinate courts, till June 14, keeping in view the prevailing situation regarding the outbreak of the deadly Covid-19.
Sensex, Nifty close higher for third straight session: Key factors behind the share market rally
Amid weak cues from global markets, Sensex and Nifty opened lower, although erased early losses and reversed trend by the last hour of the session, amid rally in sector specific action. Barring IT and media, all the indices closed higher, amid heavy gains in realty, pharma and FMCG stocks
Statues of lions in Chinatown vandalized with racist graffiti a second time
The Chinatown Lions in Vancouver have been vandalized with racist graffiti, again.
Ice Cube cancels his appearance on 'Good Morning America' following George Floyd's death
Ice Cube cancelled his appearance on 'Good Morning America' on Thursday, directly referencing the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police as the reason why.
Amid Covid-19 rise, Delhi HC suspends functioning till June 14
All the benches of the high court would, however, take up urgent matters through video conferencing as per the roster.The high court has also ordered for the suspension of the functioning of its subordinate courts till the same date i.e. June 14
ITC Hotels partners with Swiggy to offer dining experiences at home
ITC Hotels has implemented stringent measures and protocols, including mandatory temperature checks for all chefs and food and beverage associates
People shielding from coronavirus ‘feel left behind’ as lockdown measures ease
Charities are concerned about the impact an indefinite isolation will have on the more than two million people shielding in the UK.
Angus man threatened to cut police officer’s throat
An Angus man threatened police with a knife after lockdown caused an increase in his drinking, Dundee Sheriff Court has heard.
Dodgers' David Price willing to lend helping hand to minor leaguers: report
Several minor league baseball players were released by their teams Thursday, but Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher David Price is reportedly doing everything he can to help those athletes.
DraftKings Stock Will Keep Benefitting from Multiple Strong Trends
DraftKings stock will be boosted by the popularity of iGaming and the resumption of professional sports leagues.
NASA And SpaceX Are About To Retry Their Historic Astronaut Launch. Here's How To Watch.
After weather conditions postponed the scheduled launch for Wednesday, NASA and SpaceX's historic launch to send two astronauts to the International Space
Tata-Mistry battle: Supreme Court to hear Cyrus Mistry's plea for Tata Sons board position
The apex court's final order in the matter will be important as the dispute has now boiled down to two key issues --a board position for the minority shareholder Shapoorji Pallonji group and turning back Tata Sons into a public limited company from private
UK Action Fraud Reveals Victims Have Lost Over £4.6 Million in Coronavirus Scams
Action Fraud has listed seven types of scams it’s seen since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. This includes courier fraud, online shopping, computer software...
Ukraine's envoy urges Italian media to objectively cover Markiv case
The relevant appeal was published in Il Venerdi magazine.
Ted Cruz Urges AG William Barr to Open Criminal Probe of Twitter for Refusing to Ban Iranian Leaders
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) on Friday sent a letter to Attorney General William Barr and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, urging them to open an investigation into whether Twitter violated federal law. The letter came the morning after President Donald Trump signed a social media executive order purporting to defend free speech.
Spain's government pushes through basic income guarantee to fight poverty
The Spanish government approved on Friday the creation of a minimum income worth 462 euros ($514) a month for the poorest, Deputy Prime Minister Pablo Iglesias told a news conference, in a scheme tha…
Woman spots wolverine on Washington beach, but authorities refuse to believe her
The officials confirmed that the creature was wolverine after Jennifer Henry shared a picture of the creature captured on the beach.
Drop power privatisation plan: Puducherry MP
N. Gokulakrishnan says Centre’s move will affect farmers and the poor
EasyJet to cut 30% of staff and reduce fleet
THOUSANDS of easyJet staff are to lose their jobs, the airline has announced as it restructures following the coronavirus pandemic.
Stiliyan Petrov slams Premier League bosses after major Aston Villa update
Aston Villa news - The 20 Premier League clubs agreed on a date to restart the season amid the coronavirus pandemic
Boris Johnson has broken all his promises. Tory and Labour voters alike have little patience left for a sub-Prime Minister
How did a man who spent his entire life working towards this job manage to throw it away so spectacularly badly?
Coronavirus impact: Daimler India offers free vehicle check-up to BharatBenz customers
Daimler Indian Commercial Vehicles has rolled out a new vehicle checkup and sanitisation campaign for BharatBenz customers and it is free of cost.
Wall Street Has Given Up on These 3 Stocks, and That's a Huge Mistake
There are hundreds of stocks that would have to more than double to revisit their 52-week highs. Let's check out three out-of-favor stocks that are ready to prove the naysayers wrong.
Bihar's industries minister writes to 24 companies inviting them to invest
Referring to Bihar as a “central location in eastern India”, Rajak said the state's location midway between UP and Bengal makes it suitable as a manufacturing base for markets in eastern UP, Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha and the Northeast.
EU weighs China policy amid concern over Hong Kong moves
The ministers, holding talks via videoconference, are weighing the need for firm policy against the damage that it might do to business ties between the Asian economic giant and the world’s biggest trading bloc.
Adeolokun, Leader and McKeon among 12 departures confirmed by Connacht
The trio represented the province over 320 times between them, with Adeolokun earning an Irish cap in 2016.
ACLU: Trump’s ‘Looting’ and 'Shooting' Tweet Suggested That Law Enforcement ‘Should Literally Murder Protestors’
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) on Friday denounced President Donald Trump’s incendiary tweets concerning the civil unrest in Minneapolis, saying that the president was “directing the national guard to murder protestors.”
UK has bumper strawberry crop thanks to weather but may not have enough pickers
Brits could be eating loads of strawberries this summer - but are there enough people to pick them?
Court sides with Louisiana governor in fight over unclaimed property
A district court judge has ruled for Gov. John Bel Edwards’ administration in its lawsuit against Treasurer John Schroder over how to handle unclaimed financial assets.
‘Use CSR initiative to help needy people in Kollidam’
A public welfare organisation has approached the Nagapattinam district administration seeking utilisation of the CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) funds of the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation for
24 doctors rescued from South Mumbai hotel after fire mishap
The fire broke out at Fortune hotel near Metro Cinema late Wednesday night.
Anil Khanna defends decision, says can't authorise expenditure in absence of approval from president or secretary general
Tokyo Olympics News: Indian Olympic Association's finance committee chairman Anil Khanna on Friday defended his decision not to give clearance for hotel bookings relating
North Carolina Still Waiting for RNC Safety Plan
North Carolina's governor said Thursday that his administration has not received the written safety plan for the upcoming Republican National Convention requested by his health secretary in response to President Trump's demands for a full-scale event.
Pilot breaches lockdown and flies to Anglesey RAF base 'to go to beach'
The RAF confirmed the civilian pilot landed at RAF Valley on a closed airfield without permission.
Rising tension caps optimism - CMC Markets
By Michael McCarthy (chief market strategist, CMC Markets and Stockbroking)
The cop who killed George Floyd has a long record of police brutality
A 46-year old black man named George Floyd was killed by police in Minneapolis on Monday, May 25, 2020. A police officer named Derek Chauvin kneeled on Floyd’s neck, after vaguely accusing hi…
The Morning Watch: ‘Star Wars: Galaxy of Adventures’ Goes to Dagobah, Set Designing Mansions in Movies & More
In this edition, watch as Star Wars: Galaxy of Adventures heads to Dagobah, a set designer explains mansions and homes in movies like Clueless, and more.
SpaceX's big launch aims to send NASA astronauts to the International Space Station — a 21-year-old laboratory orbiting 250 miles above the Earth
This will be the first time since 2011 that an American-made spacecraft has launched people from US soil to the space station.
Liverpool historian to head up city activist heritage project
Mandela8 have announced that leading local historian Laurence Westgaph has been appointed to explore L8's history of activism and anti-apartheid struggles
Chini by-election: EC says number of people allowed at nomination centre will probably be limited
PUTRAJAYA, May 29 — Setting the maximum number of people allowed to be at the nomination centre and the new normal in the election campaign are among the standard operating procedures (SOP) expected to be introduced for the Chini state by-election in Pahang next month. Election Commission (EC)...
Having lost their jobs, Tamils in Bahrain want to return home
Some want Kollywood actors to sponsor air tickets for labourers
4 Mombasa Patients Succumb To COVID-19 As Positive Cases Jump To 1,745
Kenya has recorded 127 newly detected infections after testing a 3,831 sample size.Addressing reporters at Afya House during the daily COVID-19 briefing, Health CAS Dr Mercy Mwangangi said the tol
Twinkle Khanna shares a glimpse of 'Maa Ke Haath Ka Khana' amid the lockdown; view picture
Actress Twinkle Khanna is currently at home amid the lockdown and making the most of her free time with her husband Akshay Kumar and kids, Nitara and
In Senegal, the struggles of a small airline during coronavirus
Launching an airline in Africa is a notorious challenge in a continent and sector where opportunities are often crimped by regulations and national champions are dominant.
Britain urges China to reconsider Hong Kong law: PM's spokesman
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain has urged China to reconsider imposing a new security law on Hong Kong and hopes Beijing is listening, a spokesman for Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday.
About 600,000 visitors expected in Cyprus in August
Cypriot Minister of Transport, Communications and Works Yiannis Karousos, said that the country expects to receive about 600,000 passengers in August, noting
NEET PG counselling round 2: Registrations to begin from June 3, check schedule
A list of 8983 candidates who have been allotted colleges in round 1 of counselling has also been released and another list of 330 students who are selected to appear for the second round of counselling is out.
Which tech learnings should we keep from lockdown?
The last few months have been a steep learning curve for both IT and business leaders.
Record number of virus cases, 1,000 dead in 24 hours in Brazil
According to Health Ministry data, 26,417 new cases were confirmed in a 24 hour-period ending late Thursday.
As nadaswaram and thavil fall silent, artistes find themselves in dire straits
M. Neelakantan remembers a time not too long ago, when there weren’t enough nadaswaram and thavil musicians available to render the ‘mangala isai’ at weddings and temple festivals.“With just around 50
Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air covering Minneapolis protests
The Minnesota State Patrol arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television early Friday morning while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, and led him and three crew members away in handcuffs.
The Daily Chase: GDP shrinks 7.2% in March; one-on-one with RBC's CEO
This morning we’ll find out how sharply Canada’s economic output collapsed in the early days of COVID-19 lockdown measures.
Jobless and broke, some foreign students stranded in Australia turn to handouts
MELBOURNE: Australia wooed hundreds of thousands of international students to its shores with the promise of a first-class education and ...
B.C. hospice’s refusal to provide medical assistance in dying sparks criticism, questions about future
Angelina Ireland, who heads the Delta Hospice Society, said politicians at the municipal, provincial and federal level who disagree with the Christian basis of its stance against medically assisted death should build another facility to provide the service
Dave Rubin on Trump's feud with Twitter: The 'free speech war' is coming to a head
Dave Rubin said on Friday that after years of tech giants making “selective decisions” to censor conservatives, President Trump is bringing awareness to the issue.
‘Should never be allowed to retire’: Fans go wild as 33yo Morris goes full Origin 2014
Can the Morris brothers play footy forever?
Iconic statue gets new look for pandemic
Ayr’s Fish Cross statue has donned a new look for the Covid-19 pandemic.
Somalia commission to probe killing of seven health workers
Somalia will set up a regional commission to probe the killing of seven health workers and report publicly within a month, the head of Hirshabelle state told Reuters on Friday, as the United Nations condemned what it called an outrage. Masked men abducted the health workers from a healthcare facility
Govt unlikely to press for hike in GST rates for non-essentials next month
However it will have to find ways in which essential and non-essential items can be segregated
Police to reopen Pudu area, remove barbed wires as MCO administrative control measure ends tonight
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The movement control order (MCO) implemented under administrative control in areas around Jalan Pudu here, will end tonight, Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Seri Mazlan Lazim said. With the administrative control lifted, he said police would reopen the areas and remove the...
Kompany turns down offer to be Guardiola's assistant - report
Vincent Kompany has turned down an offer from Man City to become Pep Guardiola's assistant coach, according to various Belgian media.
Intents Mobi app is helping truckers map services along India's road network, while getting paid for it
App gathers official and community-sourced information, offers monetary payouts to contributors
Nvidia Is Showing Investors It’s More Than Fun and Games
With the tech firm's investments in AI and autonomous innovations, NVDA stock has more catalysts at its disposal.
Denmark reopens borders for locked-out lovers
More than two months after closing its borders, Denmark has loosened restrictions to let couples separated by coronavirus lockdowns finally see ...
Scammers target Google Docs and Microsoft Sway to steal user credentials: Barracuda Networks
Of the nearly 100,000 form-based attacks detected between January 1 and April 30, Google file sharing and storage websites were used in 65% of attacks, making up 4% of all spear-phishing attacks in the first four months of 2020.
Carcass of 40 foot whale washes up on Essex beach
Officers and marine experts are trying to work out how the move the giant mammal's carcass.
Coronavirus | ICMR-NIN to take up rapid survey for COVID-19 in twin cities hotspots
The NIN director said this programme is being taken up in five containment zones or hotspot clusters selected randomly.
Twitter now lets you schedule tweets from its web app
Twitter will now let you schedule tweets without having to use a third-party app
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition can already run on the Nintendo Switch Emulator, yuzu
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition will release later today on Nintendo Switch and apparently yuzu can already run this game.
127 New cases of Coronavirus confirmed; total hits 1745
The new cases are all Kenyans
READERS’ LETTERS: Forget Dominic Cummings, let’s focus on real problems
Sir, – Having witnessed the unprecedented outpouring of faux outrage regarding the recent actions of Dominic Cummings, perhaps now would be a good a time to bring the incident in to perspective and move forward and focus on the real issues facing society today.
Twitter places public interest notice on President Trump's tweet | ZDNet
Twitter says that Donald Trump has violated Twitter rules regarding glorification of violence.
Drought adds to Belgian farmers' coronavirus misery
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - As coronavirus lockdowns disrupt food supply chains and shuttered restaurants curb demand for some of their produce, Belgium’s farmers are grappling with another crisis - drought.
TCC indoor track to reopen
The fieldhouse at the Tournament Capital Centre is scheduled to reopen on June 1, as part of a phased approach.
Former Miss World Manushi joins hands with UNICEF to promote menstrual hygiene
On May 28, which is observed as the World Menstrual Hygiene Day, Manushi participated in UNICEF global initiative called the Red Dot Challenge -- a symbol adopted by the world body to depict menstrual cycle.
Ajay Devgn Starrer Maidaan’s Set to be Dismantled Due to the Monsoons
The lockdown has brought the film industry on a standstill. While there are signs that film shoots might resume in some time, makers who had their film sets already erected in various studios have to dismantle them soon due to the arrival of the monsoons.
Cebu, rest of Central Visayas gear up for more OFW arrivals
The Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas says thousands of overseas Filipino workers are projected to arrive in Central Visayas in the coming week
COVID-19: India now ninth-worst hit country in world with 1,65,799 cases
The number of COVID-19 cases in India has climbed to 1,65,799, making it the world's ninth worst-hit country by the coronavirus pandemic. The Health
‘Facilitate safe and dignified movement of migrants’: Former bureaucrats, scholars to PM Modi
Among the signatories of the petition listed are former Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Najeeb Jung, former Planning Commission member Abhijit Sen, and for UGC chairperson Sukhdeo Thorat, among others.
Incoming Australia boss Dave Rennie boosted by lessons of Glasgow stint
Coach is leaving his post in Scotland.
South Africa has virus testing backlog of nearly 100,000
South Africa says it has a backlog of nearly 100,000 unprocessed tests for the coronavirus, a striking example of the painful shortage of testing kits and reagents across Africa as cases steadily rise.
Twitter hides Donald Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'
Twitter hid a tweet from President Donald Trump, accusing him of breaking its rules by 'glorifying violence' in a message that said looters at protests in Minneapolis would be shot
Twitter Flags Trump’s Tweet As ‘Glorifying Violence’ After Threat To MN Protesters
Twitter pinned a warning label to one of President Donald Trump’s threatening tweets about the protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota early...
Madras High Court issues notices to Franklin Templeton MF, Sebi
Last month, Franklin Templeton had closed six debt funds.
Monkeys steal coronavirus samples after attacking lab technician in India, sparking fears it could spread contamination
The monkeys took three samples Meerut Medical College in Uttar Pradesh, India, today. Police say there is a risk of the infection spreading as the monkeys move around residential areas.
Man in 60s dies after 'being hit by rocks' shortly after 'altercation with teenagers'
Locals in Eynsford, Kent, say the area near Lullingstone Castle has been plagued by anti-social behaviour in recent weeks, leading to a local MP raising the matter with police
Novartis will start making coronavirus vaccine this month
Swiss drugmaker Novartis will start producing a genetic coronavirus vaccine this month under a deal with Massachusetts researchers. AveXis, Novartis’ gene-therapy arm, agreed to manufacture the
George Floyd protests could spark coronavirus surge in Minnesota
Health officials warn that the mass protests roiling Minneapolis in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death could have the unintended consequence of a spike in coronavirus cases in Minnesota,
Dana White on UFSEA trademark: Thanks John Oliver, but ‘I’m not giving you a cut!’
Dana White spoke about the UFSEA trademark.
Mamata Banerjee announces relaxations from June 1
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced a series of relaxations from June on Friday, while claiming that the number of coronavirus cases is increasing in the state due to the massive infl
Bizarre moment seagull waddles around a car park with a 20inch-long arrow piercing its body
Worried onlookers tried but failed to catch the injured seagull walking around in Blackpool, Lancashire, with one end of an arrow sticking out of its breast and the other end sticking out under its tail.
Court sentences Czech man to 26 months in prison for stealing pancakes during lockdown
A court in the Czech Republic has sentenced a man to 26 months in prison for shoplifting during the country’s COVID-19 lockdown, Czech media reported on Friday.
How to have a socially distanced barbecue – expert’s view
Behavioural neuroscientist Professor Patricia Riddell urged people to consider their guest list carefully.
Maharashtra to ease lockdown from June onwards
Maharashtra Chief Secretary Ajoy Mehta had on Tuesday told reporters that the lockdown removal will happen in a 'very very gradual' and calibrated manner.Inter-district movement however, may not be allowed as it may lead to cross infection
102 New Corona Cases in 24 Hours, 602 Infected so far -
The havoc of the global epidemic corona virus continues in Uttarakhand, within the last 24 hours, 102 new Corona positive
Court remands man for alleged murder of footballer, Kazeem, in Ogun
Ogun Court sitting ordered the remand of Ogunsoro Niyi in police custody for allegedly causing the death of a footballer, Tiamiyu Kazeem.
Maharashtra govt announces pay hike for doctors on contract and bond amid the fight against COVID-19
The doctors serving their bonds in tribals areas will get Rs 75,000 instead of Rs 60,000
School announces it will not reopen this term due to safety fears
'It is clear that the risk and potential harms far outweigh the benefits of reopening'
Planning approval sought for higher density housing estate in Clonmel after An Bord Pleanala’s rejection of application for less homes
A new planning application for the former Eircom site on Clonmel's Thomas Street is seeking permission to build close to double the number of dwellings of a previous proposal for the land that was &nb...
CannTrust plans to restart Niagara greenhouse after Health Canada reinstates licence
The cannabis company says it cannot say when its products will be available in the market as that depends on a Health Canada decision regarding its manufacturing facility in Vaughan, Ont.
Australia cricket faces further cost-cutting despite improved outlook
Australian cricket faces another round of cost-cutting to shore up finances hit by the coronavirus shutdown and no part of the game will be immune, board chief Kevin Roberts said on Friday. Cricket
Vande Bharat Mission: Stranded Indians start returning from South America and Africa, Indian Navy reaches Madagascar with supplies
Around 300 Indians returned from far away countries in South America including Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Peru, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and Portugal.
WWE Star Bray Wyatt Announces Birth Of Second Child With Wife Jojo Offerman
WWE star Bray Wyatt and his ring announcer wife Jojo Offerman have welcomed the birth of their second child together. This comes a year after Jojo and Wyatt announced the birth of their first child
South Africa to open up economy from June under eased lockdown regulations
South Africa will allow most economic sectors including mining and manufacturing to fully resume operations from next month as the country further
Renault to cut 15,000 jobs in 'vital' cost-cutting plan
French carmaker Renault says nearly 4,600 jobs would be cut in France and more than 10,000 in the rest of the world – some 8% of the company's global workforce
SRP jawan ‘commits suicide’
As per preliminary investigation, the jawan was worried about his transfer SRP group 3 in Palanpur.
CNN crew arrested while reporting on Minneapolis protests
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota State Patrol on Friday arrested a CNN television crew as they reported on violent protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer kneeled on
‘Chromatica’ review: Lady Gaga’s dance party is a pumping lockdown release
Lady Gaga is here to set you free.
US Sec. of State Pompeo: Trump to make a series of announcements on China
US President Donald Trump will make a series of announcements on China on Friday, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told Fox News on Friday. Earlier i
CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in Minneapolis
Police arrested a CNN crew broadcasting live from the US city of Minneapolis early on Friday while covering unrest sparked by the death of a black man at the hands of law enforcement.
Haryana minister bats for lockdown extension; curbs free movement at Delhi borders
Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij also said if the central government will allow free movement of people after lockdown 4.0 ends, the state will follow the directions.He said Haryana would have been much better on the COVID-19 front had it not been impacted by Delhi
India, US could strike a 'smaller' trade deal in the coming weeks: Indian envoy
India and the US could strike a “smaller” trade deal in the coming weeks, India's ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu has said while acknowledging that the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19
George Floyd killing: Violent protests rock Minneapolis, other US cities
Protests over the death of the unarmed black man in custody amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has escalated into mayhem as reports emerged of buildings and vehicles being set ablaze and local businesses being looted.
Dortmund midfielder Dahoud out for rest of season with knee injury
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mahmoud Dahoud has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury, the Bundesliga club announced on Friday. The 24-year-old was replaced by Axel Witsel...
NSA Warns of New Sandworm Attacks on Email Servers
The US National Security Agency (NSA) has published a security alert warning of a new wave of cyberattacks against email servers, attacks conducted by one of Russia's most advanced cyber-espionage units. From a report: The NSA says that members of Unit 74455 of the GRU Main Center for Special Techno...
White House Punts Economic Update in Election Year
The White House has taken the unusual step of deciding not to release an updated economic forecast as planned this year, a sign of the administration's anxiety about how the coronavirus has ravaged the nation just months before the election.
Calm before the storm for Japan suicides as coronavirus ravages economy
The phones at the Tokyo suicide hotline start ringing as soon as it opens for its once-weekly overnight session. They don't stop until the lone volunteer fielding calls from hundreds of people yearning to talk signs out early the next morning.
Lady Gaga’s new album Chromatica: Full track listing and review round up
Are the critics gagging for Gaga, or is it a bad romance?
Lady Gaga: Chromatica review – Gaga rediscovers the riot on her most personal album
Returning to the sound of her maximalist electro-pop heyday, Gaga explores buried trauma, mental illness and the complexities of fame on this return to form
COVID-19: UAE announces 2 deaths, 638 new coronavirus cases and 412 recoveries
Total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in UAE is now 33,170
Will not go against CM, says BJP MLA
Surpur MLA Narasimha Naik ( Raju Gowda) has denied rumours that some BJP MLAs spoke against Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa during a dinner at senior MLA Umesh Katti’s house recently.“There was no dis
How to have a socially distanced barbecue – expert’s view
Behavioural neuroscientist Professor Patricia Riddell urged people to consider their guest list carefully.
How to create an invisible folder on Windows 10
There's a clever trick on Windows 10 that allows you to make a folder completely invisible on the desktop. Here's how it's done.
Coronavirus: People 'will have to limit contact for a long time into the future'
People will have to limit their contacts with other people for a long time into the future despite the pandemic easing, a health expert has said.
Liverpool title decider set to be in neutral stadium as police seeks to control crowd
Liverpool, which leads by 25 points, could clinch the title by beating Everton if second-placed City loses to Arsenal on June 17. The police want the derby to be played away from Merseyside.
Incoming Australia boss Dave Rennie boosted by lessons of Glasgow stint
Coach is leaving his post in Scotland.
Billie Eilish Calls Donald Trump Out For His Tweets About Minneapolis Protests
Billie Eilish is calling out President Donald Trump for his disappointing tweets about the protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota which happened on Thursday (May 28).
Delhi violence: Two Pinjra Tod members sent to judicial custody for 14 days
The magistrate sent Natasha Narwal and Devangana Kalita to judicial custody after the police said their custody was no longer needed for the probe.
The UK wants to join with Trump to form a new global alliance to end China's grip on 5G
The UK wants to create a new global alliance to reduce China's dominance of emerging 5G technology.
Tiruvarur to get 405 solar-powered farm pumpsets
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has allocated 405 solar-powered farm pumpset connections to Tiruvarur district under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evem Utthan Mahabhiyan (PMKUSUM) Sc
Koimoi Musically Recommends ‘Gaaye Ja’ From Brothers: A Powerful Ray Of Hope In The Dark Phase Of Coronavirus Pandemic
Song: Gaaye JaMovie: BrothersYear: 2015Lyricist: Amitabh BhattacharyaMusic: Ajay-AtulSingers: Shreya Ghoshal, Mohammed IrfanTrendingZaira Wasim Trolled For Quoting Ho
UK pushes alliance to ditch Huawei tech
The UK government is looking at ways to reduce its reliance on Chinese technology, floating ...
Protest on Strip planned after unarmed black man’s death in Minnesota
Demonstrators will be marching Friday afternoon for justice for a black man and woman who died immediately following their interactions with police.
Terrifying moment free runner slides and leaps down the side of an 11-story building in Texas
Parkour coach Michael Franko, 19, daringly runs down the side of a high-rise building in heart-racing, first-person footage that looks as if Michael is defying gravity in Southlake, Texas.
Sturgeon urges Scots to enjoy relaxation of lockdown restrictions responsibly
The First Minister spoke at the Scottish Government’s coronavirus briefing as changes came into effect allowing people to meet friends and family.
Facebook CatchUp is new group calling app, 5 things to know
Social media giant Facebook had announced a newgroup-calling app called the CatchUp. The CatchUp would allow users to set up group calls with up to 8 people.
20 more positive cases of COVID-19 reported in Ladakh
Twenty more positive cases of COVID-19 were reported in Ladakh on Friday, taking the total number of positive cases in the union territory to seventy
Exim Vulnerability: GRU Widely Exploited Critical 2019 Bug, Warns NSA
Hackers backed by Russia's GRU are widely exploiting a critical Exim vulnerability, the NSA has warned - with over 174,000 exposed in the UK.
Ajit Jogi, first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, dies at 74
Ajit Jogi had served as the CM of Chhattisgarh from November 2000 to November 2003 in then Congress government, after the state was carved out of Madhya Pradesh.
Pakistan plans to raise $1.5bn in Eurobonds, officials say
Pakistan News: Pakistan plans to raise $1.5 billion through Eurobonds to bridge a balance of payments gap for the financial year beginning July 1, said sources. With
Citing loss, Tangedco wants Open Access consumers to pay additional surcharge
State electricity utility says it suffered a loss of ₹2,383 crore due to under-recovery
Dave Batista: WWE legend blasts Trump over response to George Floyd’s death
The response of the US President Donald Trump to protests in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd has angered WWE legend Dave Batista, Daily Star reports
SPOTLIGHT: Meet the 13-year-old boy who graduated from college with four associate degrees
Jack Rico, a 13-year-old boy, has set a historic record after graduating from Fullerton College in California with four associate's degrees.
Zscaler Stock Is Thriving as More People Work From Home
The cloud-based security upstart’s growth is set to accelerate with a little assistance from a nationwide lockdown.
Currie Cup worthy of being SA's main event - Sharks' Venter
Sharks lock James Venter says the Currie Cup is worthy of being South African rugby's main event for 2020.
Maharashtra CM and VC to hold meeting to decide on university final year exams
State Education Minister tweeted about the meeting that is scheduled to be conducted tomorrow at 12.30 pm.
PS5: The Future of Gaming presentation will take place June 4
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that it will be holding a presentation on June 4 dedicated to its upcoming hardware, PlayStation 5.
Yuzu Nintendo Switch Emulator Runs Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition Well On Launch Day
The Nintendo Switch emulator Yuzu runs Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition well on launch day, according to the developer
With rooms, flights going empty, here’s how airlines and hotels are making money
Two of the worst hit sectors due to coronavirus -- aviation and hotel industries -- are eyeing alternate revenue streams as lockdown dries up revenues.
Minneapolis: Twitter flags Trump’s tweet as ‘glorifying violence’
Twitter on Friday flagged a post by US President Donald Trump on the unrest in Minneapolis as
Twitter says Trump Minneapolis post broke rules, glorified violence
Twitter Inc., which this week earned U.S. President Donald Trump’s ire by posting fact-check notices next to some of his tweets, has put up a rule-violation notice on one of his most recent missives.
Japanese Man Helped Clean Up 4,500 Cigarette Butts Littered Around Putrajaya
He also picked up a whopping 202kg of litter with other volunteers in Cyberjaya.
Google unveils new Sodar augmented reality tool that creates a six-foot ring around you on your phone screen to help you follow social distancing rules
Google has released a new augmented reality tool that help its users follow social distancing rules during the coronavirus pandemic.
Arsenal drop scouting bombshell as 10 contracts terminated amid cutbacks
EXCLUSIVE: 10 scouts who helped discover the likes of Bukayo Saka, Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Reiss Nelson have been told that their contracts won't be renewed amid cutbacks
Protests in George Floyd's death turn violent in Brooklyn; cops injured, hundreds arrested
Protests in Brooklyn that started off peacefully Friday quickly turned violent, with a dozen NYPD officers injured and at least 200 arrests, police cars set ablaze and the door and windows of the 88th Precinct in Clinton Hill vandalized.
OPPO Reno4 To Launch In China On 5 June; Specs Allegedly Leaked
The OPPO Reno4 was officially announced earlier this week, and today the company has confirmed that the device will launch in China next month on 5 June
Greek Mayor Says Town Will Not Accept Any More Migrant Transfers From Aegean Islands
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The mayor of the northern Greek town of Grevena has said that he will no longer accept any more transfers of migrants and asylum seekers from camps...
Mississippi mayor flouts calls to resign over Floyd comments
A Mississippi mayor whose remarks about the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody sparked outrage is resisting calls to resign.
Pakistan to set up national locust control cell to combat insects swarms: Minister
Pakistan News: The Pakistan government will set up a national body to combat the locust swarms across the country as the insects have destroyed crops and vegetation
The perfect man for the perfect job - The Nation Nigeria
His first 8 months in office such tremendous accomplishments in areas of traffic and traffic management, transforming porthole infested roads to...
Hizbul Militant Owned Explosives-Laden Car Used in Kashmir Suicide Bombing Attempt - Indian Police
New Delhi (Sputnik): Thanks to intelligence inputs, Jammu and Kashmir police along with the Army intercepted militant groups that were planning to launch a suicide...
US joins G7 artificial intelligence group to counter China
The Trump administration had been the lone holdout among leaders of the Group of Seven - the world's wealthiest democracies - in setting up the Global Partnership on AI.
Safaricom Customers Can Now Read Digital Newspapers for KES 20
You can now read the digital version of newspapers in a convenient and welcome manner thanks to a new partnership between Safaricom and some media houses. The newspapers will cost you a promotional KES 20 (for the next two weeks) and will be consumed on your smartphone. Customers will pay for the service using their […]
'Our thing': Storm fans prepare to watch games from home
Bronwyn Smith and her family would love to be watching Melbourne Storm at AAMI Park on Saturday night but they will instead turn the lounge room into their own corporate box to watch the club's NRL return on TV.
FFA boss confirms A-League hub will be in NSW
Fixtures between Melbourne Victory, City and Western United may be played in Victoria before the trio head north to NSW hub.
Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump signed an order on Thursday (May 28) seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for ...
Fallout 76 is opening up access to its private test servers (PTS)
In the past, Bethesda opened up private test servers (PTS) for select individuals to test out Fallout 76 content, but it looks like things have changed. As of this week, Bethesda is making the process more accessible, allowing players ...
WATCH | Joburg hairdresser breaches lockdown regulations to make ends meet
A Johannesburg-based hairdresser has resorted to conducting business illegally after losing his income due to the nationwide lockdown that began on 26 March.
Central Vista: new buildings on KG Marg, Africa Avenue proposed for relocating govt offices
Projects to construct ‘steel structures’ were considered by DUAC on April 23 and May 15, but not passed
Pontardawe-based care recruitment company finds 100 extra staff in 10 weeks
One care manager stated that the without the National Bank of Medical & Care Professionals they would have been 'up a creek without a paddle'
Amit Shah meets PM Modi, briefs on states’ suggestions on lockdown
The Centre is expected to announce its decision on the lockdown within the next two days even as the number of Covid-19 cases in India climbed to 1,65,799 on Friday, making it the world's ninth worst-hit country.
EXPLAINER: Will Phase 2 of lifting Covid-19 restrictions happen on June 8?
When Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced the government's roadmap for re-opening the country and the economy, he warned that the phases were not guaranteed to run on the dates specified. The roadma...
Covid-19: Sun Pharma gets approval for clinical trial of Nafamostat
Covid-19: Nafamostat was found to be the most potent drug and was able to inhibit virus entry at very low concentrations, consistent with findings from Japan and German labs.
New Zealand down to one active coronavirus case
New Zealand health authorities have reported no new virus cases for a week.
KCR pitches for new scheme for farmers in Telangana
Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao who garnered country's attention with the Rythu Bandhu and Rythu Bhima schemes has announced that the government is planning to launch a special scheme for farmers...
Max Meyer distances himself from father's 'shocking' remarks about crisis club Schalke
The Crystal Palace midfielder bears no ill will towards his former employers, but has been forced to distance himself from remarks made by his father about the Bundesliga side
Arsenal face possible setback in pursuit of unsettled Barca star
Arsenal aren’t willing to meet Barcelona’s demands for Philippe Coutinho despite their interest in the player, according to reports.
India firm in protecting sovereignity at border but engaging with China: MEA
Reiterates border dispute is an internal matter between India and China.
State govt. to ban online teaching for kindergarten children
Decision based on NIMHANS report which stated that children upto 6 years of age should not be subjected to this process
Ifac advises Tipperary farmers about new TAMS 11 closing date
Ifac, the farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, is reminding Tipperary farmers that the Department of Agriculture has made a number of extensions to the Targeted Agricultural Mod...
5 years as Nigeria President - Memo to Buhari on Service Chiefs by Wale Odunsi - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics
As you clock five years in office, the question about the departure of Nigeria Service Chiefs has come up again, for the umpteenth time...
Alphonso mango farmers shun middlemen; relish sweet taste of self-reliance
Despite the lockdown, this year, mango farmers in the Konkan region of Maharashtra reaped handsome gains. Breaking from the past practice of selling their produce to middlemen, they sold their produce
Debt relief plans for world's poor countries inch forward
Plans for debt relief for the world's poorest countries inched forward on Thursday as private creditors laid out a blueprint for their involvement, though it received immediate criticism for not going far enough.
Covid-19: Cricketer Atharva Ankolekar’s mother works as frontline worker, seeks an insurance policy
Despite their building sealed and Covid-19 cases continuously rising in Maharashtra, India Under-19 cricketer Atharva Ankolekar's mother Vaidehi has been serving as a bus conductor to support her family.
COVID-19: Oman confirms 811 new cases, tally at 9,820
Newly diagnosed cases include 315 Omanis, 496 foreigners
Donald Trump says he likes 'great gentleman' PM Narendra Modi
Reflecting upon his love and affection for India and the good rapport he has with its leader, US President Donald Trump has said that he likes Prime Minister Narendra Modi and termed him a "great
Sensex rises 224 points, Nifty ends above 9,500-mark lead by pharma, FMCG stocks
The S&P BSE Sensex rose 223.51 points (0.69 per cent) to settle at 32,424.10, while the Nifty 50 ended at 9,580.30, up 90.20 points (0.95 per cent).
Sonu Sood airlifts 177 Odia girls from Kerala
Special aircraft arranged to help the girls who were stuck in Ernakulam
Madonna’s son dances to fight racism and honour George Floyd (Video)
Madonna’s 14-year-old son David, danced in a now viral video to fight racism and honour George Floyd after his tragic death amid brutal arrest. George Floyd died on the 25th of May in Minneapolis following a
Dave Bidini on why artists are well equipped to cope with COVID-19 pandemic
TORONTO - Musician and writer Dave Bidini believes artists may be at a bit of an advantage in confronting the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.While many
Culture of silence around menstruation has become even more evident in COVID pandemic: UNICEF
The culture of silence around menstruation has become even more evident in the COVID pandemic, and breaking silence, raising awareness and changing negative social norms is more important now than
Indonesia minister slammed for ‘virus is like your wife’ remarks
An Indonesian minister is under fire after he compared coronavirus to rebellious wives, in remarks aimed at soothing public fears about easing COVID-19 restrictions across the Southeast Asian archipelago.
Sunderland face another week in limbo as EFL announce date of vote
EFL clubs will not vote on how to treat curtailed seasons until the week after next, before deciding whether to play on
World's largest all-electric plane completes its maiden flight
The modified Cessna flew for 30 minutes over Washington state in the US
Hong Kong media tycoon vows to stay and 'fight' China, backs U.S. pressure
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Embattled Hong Kong publishing tycoon Jimmy Lai - one of the financial hub’s most prominent democracy activists - said on Friday he would fight till the last against Beijing’s imposition of national security laws and keep publishing.
Joe Bonamassa launches video for epic new track When One Door Opens
Joe Bonamassa releases video for his new single When One Door Opens exclusively with Classic Rock
PM Imran constitutes committee to examine plight of women prisoners
Committee to submit its report to PM within a period of four months
Aloha Stadium Swap Meet intends to hold soft reopening in June | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Aloha Stadium intends to hold a soft reopening of the Swap Meet and Marketplace in June, stadium Manager Scott Chan told the Stadium Authority on Thursday.
BC farms need workers
The British Columbia government has created a new online resource to help the province's agricultural sector find workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
House Democrats demand probes of police killings of black Americans
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Democratic-controlled U.S. House Judiciary Committee on Thursday asked the Justice Department to investigate systemic police misconduct following a spate of high-profile police killings of African Americans.
3 Reasons to Buy Microsoft on the Next Dip
Microsoft stock is trying to make new highs, as bulls continue to bid the stock higher. Here are a few reasons to still like MSFT.
NDDC shuts down operations, directs officials to go into self-isolation
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) hurriedly shut down its operations on Thursday.The NDDC, through an internal memo announcing the shutdown,
Ottawa’s increase to the expected cost of emergency relief program indicates more workers will remain unemployed
The delayed launch of the wage subsidy program, combined with restrictions and complexities in the application criteria, contributed to employers’ reluctance to make use of the initiative
India seeks bidders to implement ‘One Sun One World One Grid’
The Indian government invites proposals for the implementation of its 'One Sun One World One Grid' initiative, deadline for submissions is 6 July 2020.
Customer shoots dead Cebu bakery worker who enforced physical distancing
The customer resents the bakery employee's calling him out for cutting the line and disregarding rules on physical distancing
Man shot in leg amid rash of gunfire incidents in Birmingham
The victim was walking down the street when he was fired at from the window of a property.
When will Mumbai gets its rain? Maximum City to witness pre-monsoon from June 2-4, Maha to receive rain by June 8
The IMD on Thursday predicted that monsoon will likely hit Maharashtra by June 8 and pre-monsoon activities are expected to start by May 30.
Amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Indian Railways Appeals To Vulnerable Persons To Avoid Non-Essential Travel By Trains
The Railways has been running Shramik special Trains on a daily basis throughout the country.
Khupe's MDC sues Mudenda for ignoring Misihairambwi recall letter
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COVID-19: Maintain 20 feet distance from people to avoid infection
Maintaining a 6 feet distance from the next person to avoid COVID-19 infection may no longer hold true. A new study says that 20 feet is the new minimum.
'That's got to be a breach of the travel restrictions!': Dominic Cummings is spotted at rugby match in AUSTRALIA after cheeky fan paid £12 to have his cardboard cut-out placed in the stands
The government adviser was criticised for making a 260-mile trip to Durham in April to see his parents while his wife had coronavirus symptoms and refused to apologise for doing so.
Professor who predicted Trump's 2016 win explains why he thinks Trump will win again
A political science professor who predicted President Trump's win in 2016 is forecasting another victory.
White House punts economic update as US election draws near
While the economic forecast is being delayed, updated information about the nation's budgetary situation will still be released as expected this summer.
'I wouldn't write him off': Clarkson tips Franklin to bounce back
The star Sydney forward could miss more than half the season after damaging his right hamstring at training.
Majority of those who died with Covid-19 had underlying condition, figures reveal
The median age of those who died after contracted the coronavirus is 83, the figures reveal.
'Ireland’s answer to Elvis': Tributes paid to singer Brendan Bowyer who has died aged 81
Bowyer died at his home in Las Vegas yesterday evening.
Maruti Suzuki is Launching CNG Model of its Mini SUV, will be Launched Soon -
The country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki has started production at its plant. Maruti has started 600 dealerships and service stations
Trump's order taking aim at Twitter is 'bluster': legal experts
U.S. President Donald Trump's attempt to curb what he says is social media censorship is a political gambit and will not change the legal ...
Fintech marketplace Stackin secures $12.6 million ahead of UK launch
Stackin, a US startup that helps consumers navigate the crowded fintech space, has raised a $12.6 million Series B funding round led by Octopus Ventures.
Hawaiian Electric suspends rate increase due to COVID-19 pandemic | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Hawaiian Electric announced Thursday that it will no longer seek an increase in its rates on Oahu, due to the hardship to customers presented by the coronavirus pandemic.
Bitcoin May Surge as Chinese Yuan Gets Fixed to Lowest Price in a Decade
Unlike Bitcoin and other free markets, the Chinese yuan market is fixed and somewhat controlled by the country's central bank. As Wikipedia describes:
Tajik Journalist Attacked, Beaten For Second Time In Less Than A Month
A journalist of Tajikistan's independent Asia Plus new agency has been attacked for the second time in less than a month as he covered the aftermath of a recent landslide that killed two men.
'Travel only if essential': Railways appeals to passengers as coronavirus spreads
The appeal from Indian Railways comes days after nine people reportedly died on-board Shramik Special trains being run for ferrying stranded migrants in parts of the country in the wake of coronavirus-induced lockdown
Police call for six Premier League games to be moved involving Liverpool and Man Utd
The Premier League now has a return date but police have expressed concerns over some matches and asked that they be moved to neutral venues
Scorecard: How does Sanwo-Olu stack up in his first year in office?
Mr. Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s first year in office can perhaps be best summed up with a promise he made to “Love the people the way they want to be loved, not the way you want to love them” in his election manifesto.
Knoxville house damaged after suspected generator fire
Rural Metro Fire said crews responded to a house fire on Midway Road just after midnight Friday.
Young mum, 21, left dripping with blood from horrific head wound after man, 30, attacked her in street with bottle
A YOUNG mum was left with blood pouring from her head after a thug hit her with a glass bottle near her home in the Isle of Wight. Jamie Simpson, 30, yesterday pleaded guilty to attacking 21-year-o…
We need to plan for the next round of NPAs
The RBI should draw up guidelines on rolling back rules on moratorium and NPA classification. Banks and NBFCs need financing so they are not held in suspension over debt servicing
Apple tops wearables Q1 growth, but wristbands, hearables lead the segment
The International Data Corporation (IDC) report says smartwatches and basic ones registered a decline in growth, which was offset by wristbands and hearables.
OFFICIAL: FA Cup quarter-finals to be played on June 27-28, final on August 1
On Thursday (May 28), Premier League also announced that the 2019/20 season will restart from June 17 after a long break amid COVID-19 outbreak across the globe.
20 Lakh Crore Economic Package Was A Show Off By The Government: Abhishek Manu Singhvi
Senior Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi attacked the government over a faltering economy. 'GDP is falling continuously,' he said adding that the 20 lakh crore economic package is a mere show-off by the government.
'I wouldn't write him off': Clarkson tips Franklin to bounce back
The star Sydney forward could miss more than half the season after damaging his right hamstring at training.
Shoef*cker: Bangkok man confesses to sexual relations with stolen flip-flops
There’s no law against a good foot fetish, nor is getting freaky with some fetching flip-flops a crime – unless you happen to steal hundreds of them to make love to without consent Police in northwest metro Bangkok said today that a...
Max Meyer distances himself from father's 'shocking' remarks about crisis club Schalke
The Crystal Palace midfielder bears no ill will towards his former employers, but has been forced to distance himself from remarks made by his father about the Bundesliga side
Coronavirus News: Social distancing concerns for subways, MTA services once NYC begins to reopen
As New York City still waits to enter Phase 1 of reopening, there is still no plan announced on how exactly people are supposed to socially distance themselves on the subway.
Find the Perfect Images for Memes and Websites With This AI Tool
Find the perfect stock images for your website or videos with this lifetime membership to JumpStory's image catalog.
ICC allows Ivory Coast ex-president Gbagbo to leave Belgium
Ivory Coast's former president Laurent Gbagbo can leave Belgium under certain conditions, the International Criminal Court said Thursday, following his acquittal last year over post-election violence that killed 3,000 people.
LOOK: Tommy Fury Gets Molly-Mae An Adorable Puppy For Her Birthday
Tommy Fury surprised his girlfriend Molly-Mae with a puppy for her 21st birthday earlier this week.
Baby with two mouths has operation to remove one of them
Warning: Graphic content.
One in five adult Malaysians has diabetes, 2019 National Health and Morbidity Survey shows
PUTRAJAYA, May 29 — One in five adults or about 3.9 million people aged 18 years and above in Malaysia, suffer from diabetes, according to the 2019 National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS 2019). Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba when presenting the findings at the Health Ministry here...
Cyber LEAP Act aims for innovations through Cybersecurity Grand Challenges
New bill seeks to set up competitions across the US to spur security breakthroughs.
Indian-origin doctor Rajesh Gupta who worked during coronavirus pandemic found dead in UK hotel
An Indian-origin doctor Rajesh Gupta was found dead in a hotel in the United Kingdom on Monday where he was staying with his family to protect them from the novel coronavirus pandemic, reported HT.
Covid-19: Delhi adds 69 virus-related deaths in last 34 days to toll, total 398 deaths now
Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia claimed the deaths were reported late.
Tennis: Murray to return to action in June
Andy Murray will return from his latest injury problem on June 23 in a tournament organised by his brother Jamie to raise money for a UK National Health Service charity. Jamie Murray has helped ...
Sheffield City Council advises against schools reopening on Monday
The South Yorkshire authority has cited fears that the test and trace system will not be ‘robust enough’ by next week.
FA Cup final in England set for August 1
Football News: The reshaped English soccer season is set to end with the FA Cup final on August 1.
India sees rises in hacking attempts by disguising as WHO, Google says
Even within India, Google has found that between 50 and 100 users in India were targeted by state-backing phishing attempts in April, a new report states.
UK to open 'path to citizenship' for Hong Kong's UK passport holders
An estimated 300,000 Hong Kong residents were granted British Nationals (overseas) passports before the territory was handed back to China in 1997.
FALSE: Malunggay and kamias tea cure for COVID-19
While some home remedies may alleviate symptoms of COVID-19, WHO says there is still no registered cure for the disease as of May 29
Probe: US Interior official used office for personal gain
The Interior Department's Inspector General found that Assistant Interior Secretary Douglas Domenech reached out to a senior EPA official in person and later by email in 2017 to advocate for Domenech's son-in-law when he was seeking a job at the agency.
Irish-focused study finds no evidence that Covid-19 was transmitted in schools before government closures
The authors suggest that evidence of transmission among school children has yet to emerge.
Protests in George Floyd's death turn violent in Brooklyn; cops injured, hundreds arrested
Protests in Brooklyn that started off peacefully Friday quickly turned violent, with a dozen NYPD officers injured and at least 200 arrests, police cars set ablaze and the door and windows of the 88th Precinct in Clinton Hill vandalized.
Danger near waterways
The Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen is reminding residents to be safe around waterways, with hot weather in the forecast plus an expected rainstorm towards the end of the weekend.
Care home resident, 98, is halfway through 100-day charity piano marathon for NHS
Rebecca Parker was inspired by Captain Tom Moore who raised more than £27m by completing 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday.
FA Cup restart confirmed with final to be played on August 1
The 2019-20 FA Cup final has been rescheduled for August 1.
Three Motherwell hillwalkers rescued after getting lost up mountain
The walkers were also slapped with fines by Police Scotland once they were brought to safety from The Cobbler at the weekend.
FFA boss confirms A-League hub will be in NSW
Fixtures between Melbourne Victory, City and Western United may be played in Victoria before the trio head north to NSW hub.
Trump's order taking aim at Twitter is 'bluster': Legal experts
U.S. President Donald Trump's attempt to curb what he says is social media censorship is a political gambit and will not change the legal ...
Foiled car bomb attack was attempted re-run of Pulwama-2019, reveals initial probe
The Jammu and Kashmir Police which is probing the foiled car bomb attack case has found similarities in modus operandi and nature of explosives that were used in the suicide bombing in Pulwama in 2019.
Butlin's announce update following rumours of reopening soon
Holidaymakers flock to the seaside resort in Skegness every year
Secret Policeman’s Ball comedy broadcasts to feature Eddie Izzard and Nish Kumar
The events will take place next week.
Buy Foot Locker For 50% Upside as the Economy Reopens
Beaten and bruised FL stock is ready to rip higher as the U.S. economy reopens and rebounds in the coming months. Foot Locker has 50% upside.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Return Official, See The Prototype On Track
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 wears a more aggressive front end, large wing, big exhaust exits, and Brembo brake calipers.
It Seems Like Apple TV+ Wants to Be the New HBO
As HBO pivots to whatever it’s trying to achieve with its messy streaming service that's just launched in the US, Apple appears to be shopping for content and talent to help make it a standout giant in quality streaming.
NSA warns 'Sandworm' hackers targeting email servers
Leveraging a software vulnerability in Exim.
Twitter puts warning on Trump 'THUGS' tweet, says it violates standards, glorifies violence
Twitter on Friday put a warning on a tweet from President Trump saying it violates the platform's rules against glorifying violence.
Aer Lingus to deploy controlled boarding and contactless passes
Passengers and crew must already wear face masks
Masari lifts ban on Friday prayers, church services
Governor Aminu Masari of Katsina State has approved the relaxation of the COVID-19 lockdown to allow Muslim faithful observe Friday congregational prayers in the state. The Secretary to the Stat...
TalkTalk says issue affecting access to some websites ‘resolved’
The problem came as many people working from home tried to log on during the coronavirus pandemic.
USD/CHF dives to 4-week lows, around 0.9600 mark amid notable USD supply
The intraday USD selling bias picked up pace during the early European session and pushed the USD/CHF pair to near four-week lows, around the 0.9600 m
In the US, camera phones increasingly expose racism
From the death of a black man in Minneapolis to a racist incident in Central Park, camera phones are increasingly being used as a weapon against racism even when justice doesn't always follow.
Twitter Flags Trump and White House Tweets About Minneapolis Protests for 'Glorifying Violence'
Twitter placed a notice on a tweet from President Trump, shielding it from view for breaking what the company said are its rules about glorifying violence [Editor's note: the link may be paywalled; alternative source]. From a report: Mr. Trump's tweet was a comment on the violent protests in Minneso...
Unemployment Fraud In Michigan Could Bump Legit Jobless Claims
Michigan residents could fall victim to predatory identity theft scams that make false unemployment benefits claims during the pandemic, the UIA warns.
China rejects Donald Trump’s offer to mediate on border standoff with India
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said both Beijing and New Delhi did not need intervention from a third party.
Will it be a flood or a trickle when Hawaii restaurants reopen? | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Owners will soon find out whether diners will rush back or be cautious when the ban on dining inside restaurants is lifted a week from today.
Husband of 16-year-old Louise Smith's cousin appears in court charged with teenager's murder after her body was found in woods
Shane Mays, 29, spoke only to confirm his name and address as he appeared in the dock for a two-minute hearing at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court.
Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged
President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally dubious act of political revenge.
Jesus Corona's agent confirms Chelsea transfer talks
Frank Lampard is scouring the market for a Jadon Sancho alternative.
The Weather Today - May 29th
The clouds today will be significant, in the afternoon and until midnight - cumulus and cumulonimbus. In many places there will be short-term, in some areas intense, rainfall with thunder.
11 more healthcare workers at AIIMS test positive for COVID-19
11 healthcare workers including two resident doctors have tested positive for coronavirus at the AIIMS now total reach to 206 staff infected.
Minnesota governor apologizes for arrest of CNN crew
The Minnesota governor promised that journalists would not be interfered with in reporting on violent protests following the death of George Floyd.
Biden losing economic argument to Trump as U.S. begins to re-open
WASHINGTON/NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump is trusted more than Democratic nominee Joe Biden to handle the economy, polls show, even with more than 40 million Americans filing jobless claims and growth stalled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson Reveals “Shelley” Roadmap, Speaks on “Systematic” Approach
Cardano’s much-awaited Shelley protocol is going live soon. The protocol has spent years in development, and has been ardently awaited by fans of Cardano and ADA, its native currency.
Adorable orphaned fawns
Two fawns have been rescued after a cougar killed their mother on B.C.'s Sunshine Coast.
US Mercenary Behind Botched Venezuela Incursion Associated With Businessman Who Betrayed Maduro
Venezuelan law enforcement has detained 66 persons in connection with the disastrous May 3-4 mercenary incursion of Venezuela, which was aimed at kidnapping President...
Statistics Canada expected to report GDP down nine per cent in March
Canada's economy had its worst quarterly showing since 2009 through the first three months of 2020, and may be headed to an even steeper drop, as steps taken to slow the spread of COVID-19 forced businesses to close and lay off workers.
FA Cup Final at Wembley provisionally confirmed for August 1
The FA Cup Final will take place at Wembley on Saturday August 1st, provided football's resumptio...
Editorial: Take hard look at Young Brothers plea for coronavirus relief aid | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
By the time much of Hawaii’s cargo reaches its final destination, Young Brothers LLC has touched it at some point. So alarm bells clanged loudly when the interisland shipper announced that the pandemic-related economic slump has pushed the company to the brink of its own shutdown.
Wales open talks about moving plum autumn games to home of Cardiff City or Swansea City
WRU chairman Gareth Davies has confirmed discussions are underway about switching Wales matches, with the Bluebirds' and Swans' venues among the options
Sheffield City Council advises against schools reopening on Monday
The South Yorkshire authority has cited fears that the test and trace system will not be ‘robust enough’ by next week.
US braces for more protests over police killing of black man
Authorities in Minneapolis and its sister city St. Paul got reinforcements from the National Guard on Thursday as they girded for fresh protests and violence over the shocking police killing of a handcuffed black man.
ITC Hotels partners with Swiggy to offer dining options to customers
ITC Hotels had tapped into the food and beverage take-away model across the country recently. The chain said the association with Swiggy is aimed at reaching a much larger customer base.
TECNO’s Spark Talent Hunt is Back, Bigger and Better
Over the years, TECNO has distinguished itself as a people-centric brand. In more ways than we can count, the brand has proven that it indeed cares for Nigerians. Year in year out, they have launched
Watch: Camel in Oklahoma zoo pokes its head into car and helps itself to snacks
A family was visiting a drive-through zoo in Oklahoma when the incident took place.
IMD issues orange alert for Idduki, predicts very heavy rainfall in 48 hrs
Rains lashed Chandigarh and its surrounding areas on Friday, leading to a drop in temperatures by a few notches and bringing much-needed relief from the heat
Remember plus codes? Google’s now making them easier to use
Google Maps is now making it a lot easier to use a feature it added nearly half a decade ago.
England ask 14 uncapped players to return to training
England name 14 uncapped players in a group of 55 that have been asked to return to training in preparation for a revamped international summer.
Google Voice will soon let G Suite users make a call directly from Gmail
Google will be integrating its Voice service into Gmail, allowing users to make a call right from their inbox. The new capability will roll out to G Suite customers with Voice licenses.
Pontins open: Holiday park confirms dates for summer 2020 holidays and new rules
The company's six holiday parks have been shut for several weeks but are now set to reopen until the end of August as coronavirus lockdown measures are relaxed
Kamehameha Schools students virtually celebrate 100th Song Contest | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
To keep the century-long tradition alive during the COVID-19 pandemic, hundreds of Kamehameha Schools students virtually performed for the 100th Song Contest.
A message from His Eminence Archbishop Makarios on National Reconciliation Week
His Eminence Archbishop Makarios, Primate of the Greek Orthodox Church of Australia, has issued a message for National Reconciliation Week, which you can read
Stars will have to reduce their price: Mani Ratnam on films and filmmaking in a post-COVID world
In a webinar session, the veteran filmmaker spoke about the various challenges posed by the pandemic with regard to the craft of filmmaking
Former Kasarani MP John Chege Fined Sh1.3 Million For Receiving Sh100,000 Bribe
Former Kasarani MP John Chege has been fined Sh1.3 million for soliciting and receiving a bribe amounting to Sh100,000.The court case first commenced in 2013 where he was arraigned in an anti-corr
Hacking away at PLDT's goodwill
Both the hackers of PLDT and the company itself should consider what they've done to get to this point
Plymouth Argyle will have to wait over League Two promotion verdict
There will be no decision on the fate of the 2019/20 EFL season until June 8
Will Trump dispute the 2020 election results? His tweets this week suggest so
Trump’s attack on mail-in ballots raise the possibility that, if he loses in November, he would reject the validity of the vote
When Amber Heard CONFESSED To Smashing A Door Into Johnny Depp’s Head, Clocking Him In The Jaw
Amber Heard has had a tough time in her one and only marriage. The Aquaman actress got hitched to Johnny Depp in 2015. Unfortunately, things between them turned an ugly public affair. Depp also accu
No recent talks between PM Modi and Trump over Ladakh and China: Sources
The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.
Man dies in Minneapolis protest as white woman stabbing looters plays victim
With the murder George Floyd on Memorial Day at the hands of white police officer Derek M. Chauvin, protesters took to the street to deman justice for him.
Watch Boris Yu Break Bread With MISTERGENTLEMAN in Tokyo
In a new series by HYPEBEAST CN, 'Breaking Bread.'
China threatens UK with ‘countermeasures’ if it eases passport rules for Hong Kongers
BEIJING, May 29 — China today threatened the UK with reprisals for saying it could offers Hong Kongers a pathway to British citizenship if Beijing goes ahead with a new national security law in the Chinese territory. Beijing “reserves the right to take corresponding countermeasures,” foreign...
Only 8 Newly Infected with COVID-19 in Bulgaria on May 29
Only 8 new cases of coronavirus were proven for the day, 3 of them were admitted to hospital. They were found in the districts of Sofia (5 cases), Vidin (1 case), Pazardzhik (2 cases).
Letter: Time to change our thinking
A reader believes it is time to change the way we care for others.
Another returning resident tests positive for coronavirus in Leyte
An OFW from Hilongos town in Leyte province tests positive for the virus. The patient is the latest of 3 returning residents confirmed with the virus in the Eastern Visayas
Aston Martin DB9 supercar worth £75,000 is destroyed after bursting into flames in horror crash
Emergency services rushed to the scene in Polegate, East Sussex, around 6.30pm last night. The driver suffered severe burns and his wife in the passenger seat sustained minor injuries.
Virus count revised, new clusters emerge as France reopens
PARIS (AP) — France’s national health agency reported a sudden jump in new virus infections -- just an hour after the prime minister announced a sweeping national reopening plan. The...
ATK-Mohun Bagan merger came as a shock ahead of Kolkata Derby, recalls Gurjinder Kumar
Mohun Bagan merged with ISL outfit ATK midway through last season, which came in as a surprise for many of their footballers. Gurjinder Kumar, a member of Mohun Bagan's I-League winning squad, recollected his memories of the day when the news came crashing down a few days before the Kolkata Derby.
‘Less talk, more action’: Malaysian film industry practitioners to Finas
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Members of the local film industry are far from complimentary of the performance of the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas), and many are hoping that the new leadership announced will bring much needed changes. For actor, director and producer Afdlin...
Hulu Offers Watch Party Feature
The first streaming platform to offer a built-in service.
GBP/USD: The pound is set to see losses amid geopolitical strains
GBP/USD has struggled to take advantage of dollar weakness amid a slew of British issues. Sino-American tensions, Brexit speculation, and end of month
Furlough latest - 3 announcements we're expecting from Chancellor Rishi Sunak today
On Friday, the Chancellor is expected to announce a raft of changes to the furlough scheme as the state subsidy is wound down for more than 8.4million workers
Sheffield City Council advises against schools reopening on Monday
The South Yorkshire authority has cited fears that the test and trace system will not be ‘robust enough’ by next week.
As lockdowns ease, a Bronx nail salon plans a careful reopening
(Reuters) - When Yahaira Caraballo opened her nail salon in the Bronx, New York nearly seven years ago, it was a bare-bones shop with two nail technicians.
Minnesota governor apologizes for arrest of CNN crew
Following the arrest of a CNN crew on live television by police on Friday, an apologetic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz promised that journalists would not be interfered with in reporting on violent protests following the death of George Floyd.
Premiership will not trial World Rugby laws aimed at limiting coronavirus spread
Premiership Rugby has confirmed it will not be taking part in World Rugby's trial of new laws to limit coronavirus transmission.
With 232 deaths, Russia records highest single-day coronavirus toll
Russia's comparatively low mortality rate continues to raise questions among experts both in Russia and in the West, with some suggesting that the country's government may be underreporting.
Attingham Park among National Trust properties set to reopen
The National Trust is to begin opening gardens and parkland properties for people who have booked tickets in advance.
Delhi, West Bengal not yet distributed May month quota of free foodgrains under PMGAY: Ram Vilas Paswan
On distribution of one kg free pulses per household under the PMGAY, Paswan said states have lifted 1.68 lakh tonnes of pulses and are yet to provide month-wise distribution of the same. The progress report is awaited.
Europe moves ahead with lockdown easing, but caution in Asia
Several European countries including France and Britain on Thursday moved to further lift crippling coronavirus lockdown measures, but fresh restrictions in parts of Asia signaled the crisis is far from over.
Lanarkshire golfers greeted by glorious sunshine on return from lockdown
Members at Airdrie Golf Club have been making the most of the opportunity this morning
Sanofi's head of vaccines leaves for smaller competitor Ipsen
PARIS (Reuters) - Sanofi’s head of vaccines David Loew will quit to become chief executive of Ipsen from July 1, the two French drugmakers said on Friday.
Apple places urgent iPad order with LG following surge in demand in Asia
Apple has placed an urgent order with LG for LCD panels to help it cope with surging iPad demand in Asia.
Ex-CBN director lauds MPC over interest rate reduction
A financial expert, Dr Titus Okunrounmu, has commended the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for reducing the interest rate by one-percentage-point from 13.5 per cent.
'Our thing': Storm fans prepare to watch games from home
Bronwyn Smith and her family would love to be watching Melbourne Storm at AAMI Park on Saturday night but they will instead turn the lounge room into their own corporate box to watch the club's NRL return on TV.
Shamika Ravi plagiarism row: ISB says economist 'not permanent faculty'; Brookings pulls 2019 paper from website
Two days after the Indian Express withdrew a piece by economist Shamika Ravi over allegations of plagiarism, the Indian School of Business took to Twitter to state that Ravi was not a permanent faculty at the institute, but rather an adjunct faculty who
Explained: Trump’s order targeting social media sites
US News: President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday targeting legal protections that keep people from suing social media websites. The move foll
'Chiefs Akpeyi Can Succeed At The Highest Level'
A former Nigerian international goalkeeper had some encouraging words to say about Kaizer Chiefs’ Daniel Akpeyi.
Liverpool just 2 wins away from historic title as EPL resumes 17 June
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool side are two wins away - regardless of what any other team does - from lifting the 2019/20 Premier League title.
'I don’t want to give my press officer a heart attack': Leo Varadkar defends two metre social distancing ahead of Bank Holiday
Mr Varadkar thanked the public for their response to the guidelines to date and said if they had not been introduced there could have been 30,000 deaths from Covid-19.
New Delhi dismisses Trump's claim on talks with PM Modi on India-China border tension
Even as United States President Donald Trump claimed that he had of late spoken to Prime Minister Narendra Modi about an escalation of tension along India-China disputed boundary in eastern
Florida man kills girlfriend, then drives to Orlando for weekend, police say
After Ronald Gamble beat his girlfriend so severely that she died last December, he then drove to Orlando for the weekend before returning to South Florida and calling 911, police say.
Uttar Pradesh govt inks MOUs with industry bodies for 11 lakh jobs to migrant workers
The Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and Indian Industries Association (IIA) accounted for three lakh jobs each, while NARDECO and Laghu Udyog Bharati accounted for 2.5 lakh jobs each, UP MSME minister Sidharth Nath Singh said.
Hawaii budget shortfall now projected to be $2.3 billion | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
There was a lot of guesswork involved, but a panel of experts concluded Thursday that state tax collections will drop by 7% this fiscal year and another 12% next year, leaving Gov. David Ige’s administration with a whopping $2.3 billion budget hole to patch up.
Tripura man's online chess tournament goes global
Chess News: The Lockdown Online International Chess Tournament, which was launched by a chess enthusiast from Tripura, has gained popularity worldwide with 29 for
Arsenal make contact to sign £60m striker ahead of Chelsea and Manchester United
Arsenal are fearful of losing Aubameyang!
Special master defends early release of Hawaii inmates, says recidivism rate low | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Special Master Daniel Foley addressed criticisms regarding the release of hundreds of state inmates to reduce the spread of COVID-19 but said continuing to get them out of jails and prisons will be difficult.
UN Secretary General warns of loss of $8.5 trillion in global output due to pandemic
Addressing a virtual press conference along with Prime Minister of Jamaica Andrew Holness and Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau, Antonio Guterres said the world is afflicted by enormous fragilities: weak health systems; runaway climate change; unsustainable levels of inequality.
Minneapolis police precinct burns as George Floyd protests erupt across the nation
Protesters breached and burned a Minneapolis police precinct on Thursday night as unrest continued to rock the city following the death of George Floyd.
More than half of coronavirus victims were care home residents
Care home residents made up more than half the number of coronavirus deaths in Northern Ireland, accoring to new figures.
Alia Bhatt reads out from ‘Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone’
Actor’s effort is part of ‘Harry Potter At Home’ initiative
1,106 new coronavirus cases in Delhi in a day in record spike; death toll up by 82
Of the 82 deaths, only 13 have taken place in the past 24 hours, Health Minister Satyendar Jain said
Tiny Changes announces online festival fundraiser recognising Covid charity work
The Tiny Gigs fundraiser on June 20 and 21 will include artists such as Tim Burgess, Frank Turner, The Staves and Cloth.
It's time for people to show Lady Gaga's Joanne album the respect it deserves
Joanne was, and still is, one of her best releases to date.
Batsa continues legal fight to lift tobacco ban
Group says it must stand up for its customers, suppliers and employees.
Piers Morgan says Emily Maitlis has been 'thrown to the wolves'
He's responded to a further statement by the BBC.
British and Australian MotoGP races cancelled
LONDON (Reuters) - This year’s British and Australian MotoGP races have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, organisers said on Friday.
Man United midfield star drops big hint over his immediate future
Man United midfield star drops big hint over his immediate future
Gary Neville makes prediction for West Brom and Leeds United after latest reveal
The Sky Sports pundit has been speaking about the prospect of Albion and Leeds' season restarting
New site is one-stop shop for B.C. workers, farmers, during pandemic
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has created a new online resource to help the province's agricultural sector find workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. A statement from the Ministry of. . .
Hundreds of topless youths surrounded by knickers and bottles at waterfall 'rave'
Knickers and nappies were found at the site, as disabled toilets were broken and bus shelters used as urinals, as young people flouted lockdown and social distancing rules
Maxus releases teaser of next generation pick-up concept
The new pick-up from Maxus looks very promising and futuristic
EFL sets June 8 date to consider proposals for ending season
Last week the EFL underlined that relegation across all three divisions is “integral to the integrity of the competition”.
Schools reopening - is your child affected and everything you need to know
Schools, nurseries and colleges closed almost 10 weeks ago in a bid to stop the rapid spread of coronavirus - but from Monday, thousands of children in England may once again be walking through the school gates
DFA: Visa suspension on foreigners stays for now
The Department of Foreign Affairs says the travel restriction due to the coronavirus pandemic is still in effect 'until further notice'
Discounted Alibaba Stock Is a Tempting Buy Now
Alibaba stock is likely to come under short-term pressure, but its aggressive growth rate makes it a good long-term play.
Nokia Smart TV 43 inch launches in India on 4th June, price to be under 34,000 INR ($450)
The Nokia Smart TV will be launching in India on the 4th of June 2020. The 43 inch model will be available for purchase on Flipkart, a popular Indian e-retailer. While the official prices haven’t been revealed yet, Flipkart has hinted at the price range in which customers can expect to buy it. Previously, Nokia …
Coronavirus pandemic: US to announce ‘certain decisions’ on China on Friday, says Donald Trump
The US over the last few days has expressed concerns over the new Chinese law on Hong Kong and has indicated taking steps against it.
Anil Vij bats for lockdown extension, says free movement at borders will lead to surge in COVID-19 cases
Citing a sharp increase in coronavirus cases in the Haryana districts adjoining Delhi during the past week, Vij had on Thursday issued orders for sealing borders with the national capital.
Secret Policeman’s Ball comedy broadcasts to feature Eddie Izzard and Nish Kumar
The events will take place next week.
EFL sets June 8 date to consider proposals for ending season
Last week the EFL underlined that relegation across all three divisions is “integral to the integrity of the competition”.
Clementine Ford pulls writing grant application after COVID-19 tweet
The City of Melbourne said it respects Ford's decision not to accept the grant amid a storm over the author's tweet that COVID-19 wasn't killing men fast enough.
TalkTalk says issue affecting access to some websites ‘resolved'
The problem came as many people working from home tried to log on during the coronavirus pandemic.
Virtual town hall to discuss proposed Chinatown homeless center related to COVID-19 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Plans for what’s being called a Homeless Triage and CARES Center in Chinatown will be the subject of a “virtual town hall” being held this afternoon by the Institute for Human Services, the project’s sponsor.
Bharti Singh Had Plans To Have A Baby With Hubby Harsh Limbachiyaa BUT….
Bharti Singh is certainly one of the most loved comedians in the country. The quirky nature, light-hearted comedy and chemistry with every superstar of B-town has won several hearts. But what the au
Maha Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad requests Centre for 12-hour air time on national TV, 2-hour radio slot for school lessons
Maharashtra Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad has written a letter to the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar and has requested for 12-hour air time on national TV and two-hour radio slot for school lessons amid the lockdown enforced due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
China approves plan to impose Hong Kong security law
China's parliament approved plans Thursday to impose a security law on Hong Kong that has ratcheted up tensions with the US and sparked new protests over fears the city is losing its special freedoms.
Charlotte Crosby brags of 'living the life' during lockdown after accusations she broke rules
Charlotte Crosby opened up about what she's been doing during lockdown in an interview with FUBAR Radio
Former Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi passes away at 74
Former Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi died at the age of 74 in Raipur private hospital on Friday after suffering 2 cardiac arrests.
Getting the most out of video for remote meetings
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Principal warns getting secondary schools back is 'much more challenging'
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Carluke man suffering from coronavirus met newborn great-granddaughter via Zoom call
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Life imitates art as Russian group attracts mock-up masterpieces
MOSCOW (Reuters) - A Russian-language Facebook group that started off as a playful attempt by a group of friends to get through the coronavirus lockdown by recreating art masterpieces using everyday items has become an unexpected global hit.
EFL sets June 8 date to consider proposals for ending season
Last week the EFL underlined that relegation across all three divisions is “integral to the integrity of the competition”.
For Yamaha, WFH has ‘no connection with distraction’
It has been a huge learning for everyone, says two-wheeler giant’s India head Motofumi Shitara
TalkTalk says issue affecting access to some websites ‘resolved’
The problem came as many people working from home tried to log on during the coronavirus pandemic.
Tiny Changes announces online festival fundraiser recognising Covid charity work
The Tiny Gigs fundraiser on June 20 and 21 will include artists such as Tim Burgess, Frank Turner, The Staves and Cloth.
CNN reporter arrested on air at Minneapolis protests
A CNN reporter has been arrested on live television while covering protests in Minneapolis that broke out following the death of unarmed black man George Floyd.
Hongkongers eye grim future as China approves national security law
Members of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protest movement fear that the new legislation will further tighten Beijing's grip on the state
Panjab University exams from July amid strict rules, varsity suggests downloading Aarogya Setu app
The exam will be of two-hour duration instead of three and will be conducted amid social distancing norms. During the exam, the material including answer script, question paper etc will be handed over only by wearing gloves.
'Utter Chaos': Mass Riots and Looting Sweep Minneapolis in Wake of George Floyd Death - Videos
Looting, arson, and vandalism have been widespread across Minneapolis after a black man, George Floyd, died on Monday after being tackled and pinned to the ground by...
Grandma, 90, protects terrified black grandson from police aiming guns at him
Tye Anders, from Midland, Texas, said 'I'm scared' as police pointed their guns at him just days after the killing of African American George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota, US
More than 38,000 doctors volunteer to join fight against COVID-19
On March 25, the government had made an appeal to doctors, including the retired ones, to come forward and join the efforts to fight the pandemic. "38,162 volunteer doctors, including retired government, Armed Forces Medical Services, public sector undertaking or private doctors have signed up with the government to battle COVID-19 pandemic," an official said.
Domestic helper held for killing Saudi employer
Killer inflicted 9 stab wounds on victim who was in her 60s
Stirling area recycling centres to reopen next week with reduced capacity
Household waste and recycling centres at Polmaise and Callander are to reopen to residents from Monday, June 1.
Twitter adds ‘glorifying violence’ warning to Trump tweet | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> Twitter has added a warning to one of President Donald J. Trump’s tweets about protests in Minneapolis, saying it violated the platform’s rules about “glorifying violence.”
‘You don’t expect that at the richest club in the world’ – Louis van Gaal goes in hard on Man United board
'You don't expect that at the richest club in the world' - Louis van Gaal goes in hard on Man United board
Arsenal drop scouting bombshell as 10 contracts terminated amid cutbacks
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Judge demands Capital One release Mandiant cyberforensic report on data breach | ZDNet
Attorneys suing the company will now have access to the report in preparation for a potential trial.
Report: Channel Migrants 'Threaten to Throw Their Children Into Water'
Illegal migrants crossing the Channel in small boats threaten to drown themselves or their children in order to keep the French ships back.
UP signs MoUs with industry bodies to create 1.1 million jobs for migrants
The migrant workers will lay the foundation of New UP, says CM Adityanath
CISF official posted at warship building GRSEL succumbs to COVID-19
This is the fourth death from coronavirus in the about 1.62 lakh personnel strong force and the second from this unit, a defence PSU located in Kolkata.
England prepare for busy summer with bumper training group
A total of 55 players have been invited to work under ECB guidance in the coming weeks.
Trump's Final Executive Order On Social Media Deliberately Removed Reference To Importance Of Newspapers To Democracy
We wrote a detailed breakdown of the President's silly, nonsensical, legally wrong Executive Order regarding social media...
Lagos approves increase in passenger carriage for BRT buses
Regulated high capacity buses in Lagos operated by Primero Transport Services Limited and Lagos Bus Services Limited can now carry 42 passengers seated....
TalkTalk says issue affecting access to some websites ‘resolved’
The problem came as many people working from home tried to log on during the coronavirus pandemic.
Liberia embarks on a cost-reflective electricity pricing study
In efforts to attaining cost-reflective electricity pricing, the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission has begun a Cost of Service Study.
After Facing Uproar, TTD Decides Not To Sell Or Auction Any Property
Facing a backlash for their recent decision to auction some properties in Tamil Nadu, authorities of the Sri Venkateswara temple on Thursday (28 May) decided not to dispose of any property.
Ajit Jogi, first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, dies at 74 in Raipur
Former CM Ajit Jogi had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Raipur, Chhattisgarh after he suffered a cardiac arrest on May 9 of this year.
Trump move could scrap or weaken law that protects social media companies
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has protected internet companies, ...
Twitter restricts Donald Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'
Twitter has flagged a tweet from US President Donald Trump for 'glorifying violence'.
India's Test series can happen in as little as one venue depending on circumstances: Cricket Australia
Cricket News: Cricket Australia has not ruled out the possibility of the Covid-19 pandemic forcing a change in the schedule for India's tour with the board still ke
England prepare for busy summer with bumper training group
A total of 55 players have been invited to work under ECB guidance in the coming weeks.
Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police
MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.
What's in the law protecting internet companies - and can Trump change it?
REUTERS: U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to order a review of a federal law known as Section 230, which protects internet companies like ...
OnePlus 8 Pro Receives OxygenOS 10.5.9, Color Filter Camera is Now Disabled
OnePlus 8 Pro is receiving the new OxygenOS 10.5.9 which disables the much controversial Color Filter camera for the time being.
5 years as Nigeria President - Memo to Buhari on Service Chiefs - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics
As you clock five years in office, the question about the departure of Nigeria Service Chiefs has come up again, for the umpteenth time...
Erling Haaland appears to like tweet criticising Man Utd transfer target Jadon Sancho
Jadon Sancho has been struggling for fitness after returning from injury, and his Dortmund team-mate Erling Haaland appeared to endorse a tweet pointing this out
Buyanga receives 'death' threats from baby mama's dad
BUSINESSMAN Frank Buyanga has received what sounds like death threats by his baby mama, Chantelle's father, Lawrence Muteswa.The threats could spark more discom...
Letter: Time to change our thinking
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Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Winklevoss deal brings BTC trade to Samsung users in US and Canada’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. As Stephen Hawking used to say: Let’s get this bread! Bitcoin price We closed the day, May 28 2020, at […]
All-New Hyundai MPV (Ertiga Rival) Spotted Testing For The First Time
While there has been a lot of buzz on the upcoming Maruti Ertiga rival from Hyundai, it’s or the first time that the upcoming model has been spotted testing on a public road
Toyota now offers fully online car buying service
Buyers can build and pay for a new car online, even arranging a finance package.
Lamborghini Sian Is The Best Lego Car We've Ever Seen
Last year at the 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show, Lamborghini presented the Sian, the Italian automaker's first hy...
Monkeys snatch blood samples of suspected COVID-19 patients in India
A troop of monkeys snatched the blood samples of suspected coronavirus patients at a government hospital in the Meerut district of the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
Looking for ECB to expand PEPP by €500 billion – TD Securities
Previewing the European Central Bank's monetary policy meeting next week on June 4th, "the focus of the June meeting will likely be the expansion of t
Avoid GE Stock? Depends if You’re Trading or Investing
General Electric may not make for a great investment, but GE stock it has some upside and a well-established bottom.
President Trump says he spoke to George Floyd’s family
Trump said he conveyed his sympathy to the family.
Jabra’s Elite 75t earbuds now offer personalized sound and customizable controls
The Jabra Elite 75t and Elite Active 75t already offered high-quality audio at a palatable price, but the latest update for these true wireless earbuds adds customization options that make them even better. The update, available now, adds MySound and MyControls features to Jabra’s Sound+ app.
KL-based artist Lee Ming Hui paints real-life Instagram filters on her face
@Minghui.psd creates intricate, detailed makeup looks that tell a story
EFL release fresh statement as Derby County await restart plans
The Rams returned to training this week and the EFL have reiterated Championship's intention to play on
COVID-19: India now ninth-worst hit country in world with 1,65,799 cases
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Mnangagwa's son speaks on corruption allegations
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's son, Collins Mnangagwa, has furiously denied allegations that he is part of the company which pocketed almost US$1 million ...
29 temporary prisons earmarked across Maharashtra
Till Friday, 29 premises from 23 districts in the state had been earmarked as temporary prisons. Additional Director General of Police (Prisons and Correctional Services) Sunil Ramanand said more such temporary prisons will be designated in coming days.
Romanian Pickers Arrive in Private Jet to Save Italy Vineyard
Italy's vines have not stopped growing during the country's long coronavirus lockdown, but without their usual foreign grape-pickers, winemakers are now fearing for their harvests.
Saudi Arabia to assess coronavirus spreading rate
Ministry launches 3rd phase of expanded checkup to assess coronavirus spreading rate
Palkhi procession called off, ‘padukas’ of Sant Dnyaneshwar & Sant Tukaram may be airlifted to Pandharpur
The decisions were announced at a meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar through videoconferencing on Friday. District guardian ministers and district collectors of Pune, Satara and Solapur also attended the meeting.
Phil Robertson: 5 Things To Know About ‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Who Revealed His Affair & Secret Adult Child
'Duck Dynasty' star Phil Robertson made headlines when he confessed to having an affair that produced a child during his 40+ year marriage.
Police: 1 dead after shots fired at protesters in Detroit
One person was killed in downtown Detroit after someone in an SUV fired shots into a crowd of people protesting George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis custody, a Detroit police spokeswoman said Saturday. The shooting occurred about 11:30 p.m. Friday near Detroit’s Greektown entertainment district as officers were confronted with dozens of protesters, said Sgt. Nicole …
Police on their toes over reports of Maoist activity
Some ‘action teams’ of the banned outfit are learnt to be camping in LWE-affected mandals
What a gentleman! Seven-year-old boy throws backyard prom for his 17-year-old babysitter after her dance was canceled - complete with a promposal and a socially-distanced dinner
Rachel Chapman, 17, saw her prom at Sanderson High School in Raleigh, North Carolina canceled because of the pandemic. The seven-year-old boy she babysits, Curtis Rogers, threw one for her.
Travancore Titanium to make Li-ion batteries
PSU develops lithium trinitrate, main raw material for these batteries
Governor Wolf to lift more pandemic restrictions in Pennsylvania
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Shifting Gears: Meet Amazon's most important man who's not Jeff Bezos
In this week's newsletter: Inside Amazon's logistics machine, how to find a steal of a used car, and looming airline layoffs.
McLaren confirms its partnership with OnePlus is over
OnePlus disappeared from McLaren Racing's list of official partners last week, and today McLaren has confirmed that its partnership with OnePlus is
'There's a lot I want to say': Toronto police chief reveals new details in death of woman who fell from balcony
Toronto's police chief said there is “a whole lot” he wants to say about the death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet, who fell from a 24th-floor balcony Wednesday evening, but that he can't now that the province’s police watchdog has been called in to investigate.
FIR registered against Abu Azmi for misbehaving with police personnel
Around 35 followers of Samajwadi Party leader also booked
We have taken healthcare to people’s doorstep: Jagan
‘Aarogyasri coverage will be incrementally increased by November’
Degree exams likely to start from June 20
TSCHE suggests reduction of exam time from three to two hours
Protest in Hong Kong over China's move to pass security law
Dozens of people protested in a mall in Hong Kong on Friday following a vote by China's ceremonial parliament to approve legislation that could severely restrict opposition political activity and
House pushes back schedule to pass spending bills
The House is pushing back its June target date for passing 12 appropriations bills and is setting up July as a new deadline.House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) signaled the change in a Friday
HC clears the air on Jaya’s heirs
The term ‘Class II’ dropped from order passed on Wednesday
DeAndre Hopkins strongly believes he's best WR in NFL
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From Singapore with love
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Twitter conceals Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'
Twitter said it was placing a “public interest notice” on a Trump message about protests in Minneapolis.
Trump seeks to explain 'looting leads to shooting' tweet that sparked outrage
President Trump on Friday sought to explain his tweets criticizing Minneapolis protesters, doubling down on his assertion that “looting leads to shooting” but pushing back on characterizations that
#JusticeforTina: Police arrested after allegedly shooting to death 16-year-old girl in Lagos
The police officer who allegedly shot a 16-year-old girl, Tina in Iyana Oworo area of Lagos state has been arrested by the state's police command spokesperson, Bala Elkana, confirmed. On Wednesday, a trigger happy police officer
Worker’s body found in train toilet in Jhansi
It went undetected for four days after the Shramik Special left for Gorakhpur on May 23
State varsities will be emboldened, says Governor
‘Universities likely to adopt blended approach of face-to-face and online classes’
Minneapolis: Ex-cop who knelt on African-American man’s neck charged with murder
Derek Chauvin, the officer who is seen on a bystander's cellphone video kneeling on George Floyd's neck on Monday before he died has been charged with third-degree murder.The cellphone footage showed Floyd repeatedly moaning and gasping while he pleaded to Chauvin, kneeling on his neck, 'Please, I can't breathe'
Coronavirus: Six more deaths in Republic of Ireland brings death toll to 1,645
The coronavirus death toll in the Republic of Ireland has risen to 1,645 after a further six deaths were reported by the National Public Health Emergency Team.
Fresh spike of 874 cases takes T.N. past 20,000-mark
Chennai adds 618 patients to its tally
US President Trump never spoke to PM Modi over India-China tensions, claims New Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is “not in a good mood” over tension along India-China disputed boundary, the United States President Donald Trump said after claiming to have spoken to him over phone –
Buhari meets Tambuwal over Sokoto security - The Nation Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Friday, received the Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, in the State House, Abuja. The meeting, which was held
Gallagher: Canadiens given 'second life' in NHL's return-to-play plan
Brendan Gallagher knows the Montreal Canadiens have no business being anywhere near a playoff spot.They were 24th in the standings when the NHL season was p
Rafael Nadal's soul is everywhere here, says Caroline Garcia
Caroline Garcia has been training at Rafael Nadal's academy, and she has nothing but praise for the facility.
Judge Blocks Missouri Health Dept. from Shuttering State’s Only Remaining Planned Parenthood
A state judge on Friday declared that Missouri's sole remaining Planned Parenthood clinic will be allowed to remain open, ruling that the health department was in error not to renew the license of the St. Louis clinic.“Planned Parenthood has demonstrated that it provides safe and legal abortion care
Police: Woman killed after charging officer with knife
TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla. (AP) — A woman armed with a butcher knife was fatally shot Friday after charging police officers outside a Florida government building, authorities said. Temple Terrace Police...
The first video uploaded to YouTube, 15 years ago, shows one of the cofounders at the zoo — watch the clip here
The 18-second video of cofounder Jawed Karim is simple, but it forged a historic path for billions of online videos to come.
US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests sweeping changes to offices
If followed, the guidelines would lead to a far-reaching remaking of the corporate work experience. They even upend years of advice on commuting, urging people to drive to work by themselves, instead of taking mass transportation or carpooling, to avoid potential exposure to the virus.
5 years of PMB: Buhari trusts women more than men - Garba Shehu
Garba Shehu, the senior special assistant, media and publicity to President Buhari, on Friday, May 29, stated that his principal trusts women more than men.
A Gang Of Monkeys Mobbed A Health Worker And Escaped With Covid-19 Samples
A report from India details a bizarre incident where a group of monkeys decided to mob a health worker and escape with samples of Covid-19. The animals wer
Black mom left fearing for her 8 year-old son's life after George Floyd's death
Mother-of-one, Georgina, has pleaded for society not to 'fear' schoolboy, Romeo, over fears he could become the 'next unarmed black' person to be killed in the US
Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin taken into custody after George Floyd death
Mr Floyd died on Monday after the cop was filmed pushing his knee down on his neck - despite the victim repeatedly saying he could not breathe
View: NEP will envision a system rooted in Indian ethos
In one of my favourite English poems, Robert Frost said, “The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep.” These lines have always inspired me. Since the citizens of India reposed massive faith in the leadership of Shri Narendra Modi, work in the ministry started on Day 1.
Labor calls to lift cap on home-loan deposit scheme to help construction
Labor is pressing the government to open its first home loan deposit scheme to all eligible people building a new home to help the struggling sector.
'They Broke Their Word': Trump Says Hong Kong No Longer Autonomous From China
During a Friday news conference at the White House, US President Donald Trump declared that "Hong Kong is no longer sufficiently autonomous to warrant the special...
China Misleads on Hong Kong Support for New Security Law
Last year’s overwhelming win by pro-democracy forces in Hong Kong’s election and recent polls show majority disapproval of Chinese government authority in the city.
White US Police Officer Charged with Murder in Black Man's Death
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman announced the charges Friday after he said his office had enough evidence to justify the charges. Freeman did not immediately disclose details but said a criminal complaint would be available later.
Delta Stock Could Lead an Airline Rally
DAL stock could be one of the stars of an airline resurgence, but it's still a long-term play because the industry needs time to rebound.
Man Utd fixtures: Remaining Premier League games as club targets Champions League finish
Manchester United have nine games left to play in the Premier League season. The side are currently fifth in the table, chasing Chelsea for the last Champions League spot
Tencent in talks to buy Warner Music stake: WSJ
(Reuters) - Chinese internet giant Tencent Holdings Ltd (0700.HK) is in talks to invest $200 million in Warner Music Group, ahead of the record company's slated initial public offering next week, the Wall Street Journal reported here on Friday.
PSA Forum resumes June 2, with PSC, POC chiefs as guests
The weekly Philippine Sportswriters Association Forum returns on June 2 after a four-month break under a new platform.
Chrome Beta 84 adds way to autofill SMS verification codes on the web, allows sites to force screen to stay on, and more (APK Download)
Chrome 83 was released last week with quite a few improvements, like cookie blocking in Incognito Mode and new Microsoft-made form controls. Chrome 84 has
Police officer Derek Chauvin charged with third degree murder of George Floyd
The shamed cop was one of four officers fired following the horrifying incident in Minneapolis on Monday
Lockdown extension: States to have more say in Lockdown 5.0, Centre likely to retain limited role
The central government may, however, advise state authorities to continue with strict curbs in COVID-19 containment zones in the worst-affected 30 municipal areas that account for 80 per cent of the positive cases in the country.
OneDrive brings new features to the details pane on the web for easier collaboration
OneDrive is bringing a few new features to the details and activity panes on the web. They now include a timeline of actions on files and allows users to easily view, navigate, and respond to actions.
TNSTC operates 143 buses across four districts for essential services
Coimbatore Division of the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) operated 143 buses across four districts for essential services on Friday.The buses were operated for conservancy workers, gov
Shadow chancellor says firms getting Covid help should pay back society
Anneliese Dodds told people in County Durham there should be a new social contract with firms that have been supported through the crisis.
Maharashtra Hikes Remuneration Of Bonded Doctors Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Friday announced a hike in the monthly remuneration of bonded doctors, bringing them at par with their colleagues hired on contract.
Applicants find chaotic hiring process at NYC coronavirus tracing program
The Big Apple’s giant new program to trace and contain coronavirus infections has been marred by a chaotic hiring process, leaving applicants who thought they were hired twisting in the wind and
France's coronavirus new deaths and cases slow down
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s coronavirus deaths rose by less than 100 for the ninth day running on Friday and new confirmed cases slowed again as the country gears up for easing lockdown.
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich announce separation after nearly 3 years of marriage
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich are ending their marriage.
Minneapolis police officer arrested in death of George Floyd, no charges yet
MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - The Minneapolis police officer shown in videotape footage pressing his knee into the neck of a handcuffed, unarmed black man has been arrested in the death of that man, a spokesman for the Hennepin County attorney told Reuters on Friday.
Police got warning about Nova Scotia mass shooter in 2011
A newly released document reveals that in May 2011, police were told the Nova Scotia man who would later kill 22 people in a shooting rampage wanted to “kill a cop” and was feeling mentally unstable.
Greece to allow visitors from 29 countries next month
Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.
Ireland star Jeff Hendrick linked with move to AC Milan
The midfielder's Burnley contract is set to expire at the end of this season
Coronavirus | Chennai Corporation begins work on largest care centre
Facility in Pulianthope will house 1,728 patients; bed capacity to hit 10,000 soon
Coronavirus Delhi Updates: Two More Hospitals Declared As Covid-19 Facilities
These hotels shall provide regular services, including rooms, food, housekeeping and disinfection, to patients at a price not more than Rs 5,000 for five-star hotels and Rs 4,000 for four-star or three-star hotels per person per day, the order said.
Trudeau weighs easing U.S. travel ban and speaks out on race
Canada is considering making some exceptions to the travel ban in place with the U.S. to allow spouses, children and parents of its citizens and permanent residents to rejoin their families, Justin Trudeau said.
USA Hockey pres. Smith facing investigations
USA Hockey president Jim Smith is the subject of two investigations surrounding his tenure as the president of Amateur Hockey Association Illinois.
Flashback: Project Veritas Revealed Extent of Twitter Bias
In 2018, investigative news group Project Veritas investigated Twitter exposing the bias of many of its employees and the secretive tactics that Twitter used to suppress speech on the platform.
Police arrest 23 people who escaped from Coronavirus centres
Zimbabwe Republic Police has announced that it has arrested 23 of the 148 people who escaped from various quarantine centres across the country. In a statement ...
Coronavirus | Punjab Health Minister calls for fewer flights from Mumbai, Ahmedabad
“Most of cases reported in Punjab are having travel histories in other States and countries,” Balbir Singh Sidhu said.
Arsenal fixtures: Remaining games as Gunners aim to end season on a high
The Premier League's return has been confirmed, with Arsenal one of the first to play when they go to Man City on June 17. Mikel Arteta's side are currently ninth in the table
Trump’s fossil fuel agenda gets pushback from federal judges
BILLINGS, Mont. — Federal courts have delivered a string of rebukes to the Trump administration over what they found were failures to protect the environment and address climate change as it
GBP/USD retreats from highs near 1.2400 ahead of Trump’s conference
Sterling’s rally from 1.2230 lows has reached two-week highs at 1.2395. The pair, however, has not been able to consolidate at those levels and pulled
Extended fishing period failsto cheer fishermen in Malpe
Though the State government has extended the fishing season till June 14, the Malpe Fishermen Association has decided to end all fishing in the sea by the end of this month. The annual ban on fishing
Coronavirus | J&K sees spike in cases as locals return
128 new cases and one fatality recorded on Friday
Corrie fans heartbroken as abused Yasmeen set to conceal truth about evil Geoff
Coronation Street's Yasmeen Nazir blamed herself for her prison stint, and denied being abused by her controlling husband
Celeb Tweets About The Minnesota Protests From Taylor Swift, Ava DuVernay & More
In a tweet that touched on white supremacy and racism, Taylor Swift called out Donald Trump’s tweet that threatened violence on protestors. Following the nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died while pinned under a…
China's Hong Kong law 'grave concern', sanctions no solution: EU
The European Union has criticised China for asserting more control over Hong Kong and suggested the move would have an impact on China-EU relations - but the 27-nation bloc ruled out taking any action against its major trading partner.
Virus spreads to interior villages in Prakasam district
Five of the six new cases in the district are reported from Nallagantla
Say Hello To The New 2021 BMW X2 Hybrid
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Lockdown 5.0: Rajasthan to open all monuments, museums from June 1
Rajasthan government has decided to let all monuments and museums open from June 1.
The top summer plans families canceled due to coronavirus
Children are going to be completely bored by July 2 — as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research. Three in four parents agreed that keeping their child entertained this summer
School reopening: 419 000 pupils, staff expected at Gauteng schools on 1 June
A total of 419 000 pupils and staff are expected to return to 2 352 Gauteng schools under Level 3 of lockdown.
Street vendors want to resume business
With their livelihood affected in the past two months due to the COVID-19 lockdown, street vendors in the Erode Corporation limits has urged the officials to permit them to resume their businesses. In
Michael Gove's Twitter account 'likes' graphic porn image before deleting it
Twitter users spotted the unusual activity from the Cabinet minister's account before the 'like' was swiftly deleted.
UP govt to launch programmes to attract women voters
The UP governments latest initiative is the move to appoint ‘Banking Correspondent Sakhi, or female banking agents, in all 5,8000 gram panchayats in the state. The sakhis will do door-to-door visits and are expected to become the main link between female customers, particularly those who are associated with self-help groups (SGHs), and the bank.
'We need real leadership right now': Biden plays voice of reason in address on George Floyd killing
Joe Biden got a golden opportunity to make his pitch as a calm, rational alternative to President Trump, and he took it.
Health Minister wants cap on visitors
NT NETWORK Panaji A meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party ministers as well as legislators held with Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday witnessed a su
Kottayam reports its first COVID-19 death
The 65-year-old man arrived from Dubai on May 11
Pentagon puts military police on alert to go to Minneapolis
As unrest spread across dozens of American cities on Friday, the Pentagon took the rare step of ordering the Army to put several active-duty U.S. military police units on the ready to deploy to Minneapolis, where the police killing of George Floyd sparked the widespread protests.
SCORN’s Xbox Series X next-gen trailer was running in 4K/60fps on an NVIDIA RTX2080Ti
According to the Peklar, the next-generation Xbox Series X trailer for SCORN was running in 4K/60fps on an NVIDIA GeForce RTX2080Ti.
Restrictions on entry to be introduced in Kyiv subway from June 1
An increase in passenger traffic is expected in the subway from Monday.
Fans vote for Ireland's greatest ever keeper and defenders in social media poll
Vote on the FAI's Twitter page for Ireland's greatest ever starting eleven
B.C. tourism seeks relief as businesses wait for COVID-19 restrictions to ease
Mid-June earliest for more in-province travel to be authorized
Labor calls to lift cap on home-loan deposit scheme to help construction
Labor is pressing the government to open its first home loan deposit scheme to all eligible people building a new home to help the struggling sector.
WATCH: Gun attack caught on camera as car rammed off road
Dramatic footage has been released showing the moment a car was rammed off the road before a hooded gunman opened fire on one of the fleeing occupants.
Bath weir deaths: Tributes paid to two men pulled from river
One of the victims of the 'tragic accident' was engaged to be married
Birmingham City midfielder confirms key decision on his future
Gardner joined Blues initially from rivals Aston Villa in the winter window of 2010, and within 18 months he’d helped them lift the Carling Cup but also suffer relegation to the Championship
DPO, policemen face disciplinary action for assaulting medical doctor
The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Okada and some of his men are facing disciplinary action for assaulting and detaining a member of staff
Premier League chief discusses transfer window, VAR and five substitutes rule
Premier League clubs are pushing ahead with plans to resume the season next month but there is still plenty to be discussed
Delhi records 1,000-plus cases second day in a row
Biggest single-day jump with 1,106 new COVID-19 infections
Why Macy’s Stock Can Climb 70% Higher in 2020
Macy's stock plunged on the idea that the world would never be normal again after Covid-19. But the world is already normalizing today.
Airlines prepare to partially resume flights
The national airline Biman and two local airlines -- US-Bangla Airlines and Novoair -- are preparing to resume domestic flight operation from June 1 following the health guideline prescribed by the
Chris Carpenter wishes he could have helped Roy Halladay
With ESPN’s latest documentary series “Imperfect: The Roy Halladay Story” set to air Friday, one of Halladay’s longtime teammates and friends, Chris Carpenter, revealed just how complicated
Global coronavirus cases top 5.8 mn
Russia records 30% rise in daily fatalities; 3,503 recoveries in 24 hrs take Italy total to 150,000, death toll at 33,142
Graphic tablet BOSTO 16HD and more on Aliexpress sale - Gizchina.com
The famous chinese marketplace Aliexpress is a home to literally millions of various products and today we have two more interesting gadgets for you.
Watch Live: President Trump Holds Press Conference
President Donald Trump will hold a press conference at the White House on Friday.
'Unpredictable' Trump Has No Credibility: Experts on US Mediation Over India, China Border Dispute
New Delhi (Sputnik): As border tensions between the India and China are rising, and US President Donald Trump has not only offered to mediate between the Asian giants...
New jobs dry up amid shutdown
New job postings nosedived 87 percent year-on-year in April on the leading job search sites in Bangladesh, highlighting the strain the country’s labour market has been going through because of the
NCDC says Nigerians now selling COVID-19 test kits in black markets
Reports have indicated that Nigerians have started selling COVID-19 diagnostic test kits in black markets. The disclosure was made by Ihekweazu, the DG of NCDC.
Coronavirus | India sees highest single-day increase in cases
Maharashtra, T.N. and Delhi account for over 56,000 cases
UK sets out Hong Kong ‘path to citizenship’ plan
Nearly three million people could be eligible for the scheme.
After much trauma, 21 migrant workers head home
Recount tale of abuse that pushed them to leave a nursery in Shoolagiri
Gov Bello endangering health workers, residents-NMA
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has described the attitude and response of Kogi State Government towards the COVID-19 pandemic...
North Delta crime beat, week of May 17
A selection of property crimes submitted weekly by the Delta Police Department
Ganjam-bound workers stop Shramik train by pulling chain
The train had not halted at two overcrowded stations near their destination, leading to panic
Madras High Court declares niece and nephew as Jayalalithaa’s legal heirs
The court drops the term ‘Class II’ from its order passed on May 28.
Policemen allegedly shoot teenager dead in Lagos
Deji Lambo Two policemen, Theophilus Otobo and Oguntoba Olamigoke, have allegedly shot a 17-year-old, Tina Ezekwe, dead around the Berger area of the state. Another victim, Musa Yakubu, was s...
Coastguard patrols as people make most of sunshine and easing of lockdown restrictions
Coastguard officers will be on patrol around the shores of Courier Country as people enjoy a little extra freedom.
Chief Minister says no community spread
‘TPR and CFR low in the State’
Large cruise ships barred from Canadian waters until end of October: Garneau
The cruise-ship season in Canada is all but sunk as Ottawa extends its ban on large ships in Canadian waters until the end of October in an attempt to contain COVID-19.
As China's coronavirus shutdowns end, air pollutants rise to traditional levels
As economic activity resumes in China following the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic, levels of the air pollutant nitrogen dioxide (NO2) are rising to traditional standards for the first time this year.
What we know about Covid-19’s impact on black Minnesotans
Black people make up a disproportionate share of confirmed Covid-19 cases in the state, but not deaths.
Anies appoints former Merpati Airlines CEO to helm Transjakarta
The former head of state-owned Merpati Nusantara Airlines is the new president of city-owned bus operator Transjakarta.
Maryland mansion for sale comes with Christmas village complete with cobblestone streets in basement
The $4.5 million property boasts five bedrooms, a heated pool, a tennis court, a library... oh, and an entire Christmas village in the basement.
State seeks Centre’s permission to broadcast educational content on DD, AIR
Varsha Gaikwad writes to I&B Minister seeking 12-hour transmissions on DD National channels and 2 hours on AIR
KSA clears 369,000 hectares of desert locust swarms
RIYADH: The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture cleared locusts from 369,391 hectares of land in the Kingdom between Feb. 1 and May 28, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The ministry reported that the locusts’ breeding season in the Kingdom is almost over and said that “monitoring, exploration and control operations were continuous for four months during spring in
Google Made a Super Simple AR Tool to Help You Better Visualise Proper Social Distancing
Quarantine is slowly lifting in the UK (or at least in England), but with covid-19 continuing to plague communities throughout the UK, it’s still important to maintain proper social distancing where needed when out in public. To help make staying six feet away from others easier to visualise, Google made a simple augmented reality tool called SODAR.
Two policemen arrested over death of teenager
The Lagos police command says it has arrested two of its members over the death of a teenager.
Take 2 for SpaceX's first astronaut launch with more storms
SpaceX pressed ahead with its second attempt to launch astronauts for NASA -- a historic first for a private company -- but more stormy weather threatened more delays.
Private hospital care expected to resume in July but bitterness over State deal remains
State will take control of facilities again if future Covid surge appears imminent
Apple Releases PowerBeats Pro in Four New Colors
Apple is releasing four new colors to Powerbeats Pro: Cloud Pink, Glacier Blue, Lava Red, and Spring Yellow.
An emu is on the loose in the fields near Hartcliffe and no one knows why
It seems to be moving closer to the city
Trudeau: Canadians watching US unrest and police violence in ‘shock and horror’
Prime minister condemned racism and called on Canada to ‘stand together in solidarity’ against racial hate as protests continue in US * George Floyd killing – follow live updatesCanadians are watching unrest and police violence in the United States in “shock and horror”, Justin Trudeau said on Friday
Chartered Flights: Sohail Rahman, Morshed Khan, wives off to UK
Beximco Chairman Sohail F Rahman and former BNP leader M Morshed Khan along with their wives left for the UK on chartered planes amid coronavirus travel restrictions.
Trump announces end of ties with WHO over virus pandemic, to end special treatment for Hong Kong
The President also said that United States will end special status for Hong Kong and treat it on par with Mainland China and prevent certain students from China from enrolling in US universities and colleges.
‘No palkhi procession, but wari tradition will be maintained’
Padukas will be carried by road or air to Pandharpur on June 30: Ajit Pawar
Leaders cutting across party lines come in support of PCMC chief
Stating that he has not heard about any such move, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut said, “Why would the government transfer an officer whose city has succeeded in tackling the Covid-19 situation. I am also against any such move. Hardikar should ideally be allowed to continue.
From George Stinney To George Floyd: The Evolution Of Systemic Racism In The US
From George Stinney in 1944 to George Floyd in 2020, the racism in the USA may have changed its layout, but still remains rampant
Five drug companies told to recall diabetes medication amid cancer fears
Five US pharmaceutical companies have been told to recall their versions of a type of diabetes medication after tests found worrying levels of a chemical linked to cancer.Several batches of metformin, which is widely used to reduce excess blood sugar in type 2 diabetes patients, tested positive for unsafe
Travellers coming to Karnataka have to pay for their own tests
‘Aim is to improve participation of private labs in testing’
Rajasthan farmers, officials in night-long fight against locusts
In Garh, swarms perched on trees were eliminated
iN VIDEO: Racism not ruled out as motive in unprovoked tripping of Burnaby senior
BURNABY, B.C. - Police in Metro Vancouver are searching for a woman who casually approached a senior who was using a walker, tripped her from behind and wal
Six more coronavirus-related deaths and 29 cases announced
Six more coronavirus patients have died in Ireland taking the death toll to 1,645.A further 29 c...
Adah Sharma on pandemic: Hope we come out of this as kinder people
Actress Adah Sharma has no idea about how or when shooting will resume amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and is hoping that once they go on sets everyone acts responsibility and take necessary...
Canada exploring ways to reunite families divided by COVID-19 border closure
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is exploring ways to reunite family members divided by the temporary travel restrictions at the Canada-U.S. border.
No dog goes hungry, thanks to youth
Madanapalle group resolves to take care of stray dogs
Bus owners push for doubling fares
With buses set to hit the roads from Monday, transport owners have started asking for permission to double the fares, because the vehicles would carry fewer passengers to prevent coronavirus
Every hospital, nursing home need to work hard to tackle challenges ahead: Expert
“Be it an orthopaedic hospital or one catering to ENT or gynaecology patients, there is a need for every hospital to put their shoulder to the wheel to tackle the Covid-19 crisis,” Dr Kelkar, medical director at Deenanath Mangeshkar hospital – a dedicated Covid hospital told The Indian Express
ICMR-NIN to study community transmission tendencies in city
Rapid survey will be done in five containment areas from today: NIN director
Minneapolis police officer arrested in George Floyd case
Officer arrested was Derek Chauvin, the policeman seen on a bystander’s video kneeling on Floyd
Valuation to resume on June 1
Evaluation of answer scripts of SSLC, HSE, VHSE exams
Rescue team finds a dead body drifting in Wadi Arzat: ROP
The rescue team managed to find a body of citizen drifting in Wadi Arzat.
Webinar focusses on post-COVID scenario
'Government should spend more on science and technology'
Palaniswami hints at extension of lockdown beyond May 31
COVID-19 spread under control in all districts, except Chennai, says CM
Alibaba Stock Bulls Shouldn’t Sweat Delisting
A new hurdle for Alibaba stock is a push to delist Chinese stocks over strict accounting rules, but long-term investors should be fine.
Fired Minneapolis Cop Arrested in Death of George Floyd
The former Minneapolis police officer seen on video kneeling on George Floyd’s neck was arrested Friday on unspecified charges, three days after Floyd’s death sparked nationwide protests and riots.
Mahathir says where he sits in parliament is not a cause for dismissal, insists he remains Bersatu chairman
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad has insisted that where he sat during the one-day parliament sitting should not be ...
Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin charged with murder of George Floyd
The arrest of Derek Chauvin comes after three days of protests.
Stephen Jackson, 'twin' of George Floyd, speaks at rally after police officer charged with murder
Stephen Jackson, a 14-year NBA veteran who became friends with George Floyd while growing up in Texas, spoke at a rally in memory of Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in police custody after pleading that he could not breathe.
Lockdown measures not being eased in ‘reckless’ way, Chancellor says
The Department of Health and Social Care could not immediately confirm the coronavirus alert level.
US policeman who knelt on neck of black man George Floyd charged with third-degree murder
A sacked Minneapolis police officer who knelt on the neck of George Floyd, a black man who was handcuffed and later died, was arrested and charged with third-degree murder Friday.
Factorio bumped up its version 1.0 launch to August 14
After several successful years in Early Access, Factorio, one of the best-rated games on Steam, finally has a release date for version 1.0. The crazy-deep factory-building sim will launch on August 14, 2020. Here's the amusing part: that da...
China reveals plan for ‘Heavenly Palace’ space station to rival ISS
China has outlined plans to build an orbiting science lab by 2023. The “Heavenly Palace” station will house six people and serve as a test bed for experiments on astronomy, technology and
Arsenal: Victor Osimhen transfer has become a joke overnight
Arsenal may need help at striker for next season and Victor Osimhen looked to be a good idea. But recent reports have turned him into a joke. The striker s...
Saskatchewan NDP calls for amnesty, consistent enforcement on COVID-19 fines
Ryan Meili says people are getting inconsistent messages from Saskatchewan Party Premier Scott Moe
Krishna water from Andhra Pradesh reaches Poondi reservoir
WRD is now diverting water to Chembarabakkam to augment the storage which was at 1.9 against a total of 3.6 tmcft.
The Screen Industry Workers Bill is good for our industry – Jennifer Ward-Lealand
This week, parliament’s Education and Workforce Select Committee has been hearing submissions on the Screen Industry Workers Bill. Equity New Zealand president Jennifer Ward-Lealand explains why the actors’ union supports it. The Screen Industry Workers bill rolls back some of the worst aspects
Former Colts GM Ryan Grigson joins Browns as senior adviser
Former Indianapolis Colts general manager Ryan Grigson was hired Friday as a senior adviser for the Cleveland Browns.
Covid19 cases in Karnataka hit double century mark as 248 test positive on Friday
While neighboring Maharashtra contributed over 90% of the positive cases, Bengaluru city is slowly showing dangerous trends
Singapore Supreme Court dismisses Singh Brothers' appeal against HC order
The Singapore Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by erstwhile Ranbaxy Laboratories' former promoters Malvinder Singh and Shivinder Singh against a High Court order that declined to set aside an
Why India needs to put cash in the hands of the poor
GoI has sedulously avoided direct disbursements to wage labourers who have no jobs and no recourse.
Julianne Hough & Brooks Laich Confirm Separation After 3 Years Of Marriage: See Statement
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich have split. They revealed the news in a joint statement on May 29.
Agriculture, mining saved Indian economy in FY20, can it sustain COVID-19 assault?
The impact of COVID-19 on Indian economy is yet to unravel; the 2019-20 GDP estimates, thus, hide more than they reveal on the state of economy in 2020-21
Go read this Forbes investigation alleging Kylie Jenner isn’t actually a billionaire
Kylie Jenner was perhaps not the youngest self-made billionaire ever, Forbes suggests
Murder hornets resurface in Washington state and Canada
Murder hornets have resurfaced in Washington state and appear to have reached British Columbia in Canada, officials said.
Your Saturday weather: An upturn in temperature after a gloomy week
Fine and cool conditions can be expected for most of the country on after days of cold weather, according to the South African Weather Service.
Lil Wayne Ripped For His Response To George Floyd Killing: We Should ‘Place The Blame On Ourselves’
Lil Wayne is the subject of controversy after shocking comments he made about George Floyd in a new interview.
Money whitening scope to widen
The government may allow uses of untaxed or black money in all sectors to boost investment and create jobs as part of its efforts to pull the economy out of Covid-19 wreckage.
American Airlines allegedly stopped flight attendant from wearing face shield
The woman recently returned to the skies after being grounded for a month due to coronavirus-related cancellations, but found out that someone who tested positive for the illness was aboard one of her
England Tests could include coronavirus replacements
Coronavirus replacements could be allowed in England's summer Test series with West Indies and Pakistan.
Police officer Derek Chauvin charged with third degree murder of George Floyd
Mr Floyd died on Monday after the officer was filmed pushing his knee down on his neck, in spite of the victim's pleas that he could not breathe. Authorities have today confirmed that Chauvin is charged with third degree murder and manslaughter
Stephen Jackson, 'twin' of George Floyd, speaks at rally after police officer charged with murder
Stephen Jackson, a 14-year NBA veteran who became friends with George Floyd while growing up in Texas, spoke at a rally in memory of Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in police custody after pleading that he could not breathe.
Half of Brits with coronavirus symptoms 'have not self-isolated for a week'
Behavioural experts have warned the government's Sage committee of low compliance with the new track and test system to tackle coronavirus and ease the lockdown further
Tullow Oil says 58 workers test positive for COVID-19 offshore Ghana
ACCRA — Fifty-eight workers tested positive for COVID-19 at an oil production facility run by Tullow Oil off Ghana’s Atlantic coast, the company said in a statement on Friday.
Portugal approves third phase of lockdown exit, Lisbon takes it slow
LISBON (Reuters) - Portugal gave the green light on Friday to the third phase of its lockdown exit, but some restrictions will remain in Lisbon due to localised outbreaks in industrial hubs and outskirts.
Gas leak-affected people stage protest
They seek immediate shifting of LG Polymers plant
Virus ignited in US no earlier than mid-January, study says
NEW YORK - The spark that started the U.S. coronavirus epidemic arrived during a three-week window from mid-January to early February, before the nation hal
NCAA offers plan to bring athletes back to campus
The NCAA has released a long and detailed plan to help schools bring athletes back to campus during the pandemic.
Four-hour limit on MPs to review pandemic spending ‘unfortunate, to say the least,’ PBO says
‘The amount of scrutiny for this unprecedented spending would also be unprecedented, but for the wrong reasons,’ Yves Giroux told MPs Friday
Two Billion Set to Lose Their Jobs Next Couple of Months Due to Pandemic
Study says 10% of global workforce likely to work remotely forever
Grieving husband of train worker who died after being spat at reacts as police drop case
Heartbroken Lusamba Gode Katalay, whose rail worker wife Belly Mujinga died of coronavirus after being spat at, has spoken out after police said today they would be taking no action over her death
Covid-19: 32 Western Cape schools affected by existing or returning staff cases
The Western Cape education department says 32 schools in the province have positive Covid-19 cases among either a returning staff member, or staff who were already ill.
Recent survey shows business and community leaders cautious about reopening
More than 75 percent of the people who responded to the survey feel like there could be another shutdown.
US Asians, harassed over coronavirus, push back on streets, social media
A spike in harassment of Asian-Americans since the coronavirus pandemic began has led community activists in the United States to fight back - forming street patrols, rallying on social media, and supporting each other online.
Cruz: Twitter Silencing 'Genuine Political Speech by Americans While Facilitating Terroristic Threats by Iran'
Friday, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) called for a criminal investigation into Twitter over allegations that the tech giant was violating sanctions imposed by the United States on Iran. | Clips
Debate over extending $600 in jobless aid in United States
A debate in Congress over whether to extend USD 600 a week in federally provided benefits to the unemployed looks sure to intensify with the number of people receiving the aid now topping 30 million
Covid-19 | West Rand active cases jumped to 244 in 8 days - Makhura
A presentation by Gauteng Premier David Makhura has revealed the West Rand has seen a jump in active cases over the past eight days.
Ofcom investigates Channel 4's The Truth About Traveller Crime
'We have seen a wave of hate speech as a result'
TTD to release white paper on all its immovable assets
Details to be uploaded on official website in order to usher in more transparency
Heavy rain forecast for Thiruvananthapuram district
Yellow alert issued, four shutters of Aruvikkara dam raised
NSHE officials urged to restart search for new UNLV president
UNLV is looking to resume its search for a new president after the process was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.K.'s Johnson, Trump, discuss potential of G7 meeting
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed the possibility Friday of meeting in person at the upcoming G7 gathering in the United States -- a session called into question by the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Chaos along border as Haryana enforces curbs on movement
Police out in force in the morning but by evening traffic was moving unhindered
Six more cases in Thrissur; 11,525 under observation
A 61-year-old man from Mathilakam who returned from Doha on May 9, a 42-year-old woman from Mathilakam who returned from Abu Dhabi on May 7, and four members of a family who came from Chennai were tes
7 Players Who Had Drug Problems
After a footballer recently revealed that he sold his FIFA Club World Cup medal for cocaine, here are seven more players who struggled with drug issues during their playing days, including a Kaizer Chiefs legend.
Sweden’s Economy Grew In Q1 In Absence Of Lockdown
Sweden reported its gross domestic product grew at an annual rate of 0.4 percent from January through March, perhaps as a result of not imposing a full lockdown.
Man faces looting, arson charges after southeast Fresno church fire
A 19-year-old Fresno man has been booked on charges of looting, arson and vandalism after a southeast Fresno church was set on fire.
Harry Redknapp is blasted for flouting social-distancing rules while having a glass of wine with a friend just days before making 'stay alert' plea
Harry Redknapp, 73, was pictured sipping a glass of wine outside a pub on the Sandbanks peninsula over the bank holiday weekend. He was standing within two metres of his friend.
Prisons announce mass COVID-19 testing at Caswell Correctional after news investigation
North Carolina prison officials announced Friday that they will test all inmates at Caswell Correctional Center for COVID-19. The announcement comes a little more than a week after a network of journalists across the state revealed that a nurse who worked at the prison died of the virus.
Zookeeper in critical condition after attacked by 2 lions at Australian zoo
The same zoo was also the site of an attack in 2014, when a handler who was feeding a crocodile during a live show was pulled underwater.
New York City expected to reopen on June 8, five upstate regions OK for phase 2: Cuomo
NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York City is “on track” to enter phase one of reopening on June 8, New York Governor Cuomo said on Friday as he announced that five upstate regions will now transition to phase two which includes businesses like barber shops and hair salons.
This is what the Pixel 4a XL could have been - Gizchina.com
A couple of leaked shots have revealed the Pixel 4a XL rear. The cancelled smartphone would have come with a Dual-Camera setup.
Constitute SHRC immediately: advocates
Advocates staged protests across the State on Friday demanding constitution of the State Human Rights Commission (SHRC), under the aegis of All India Lawyers' Union, Indian Association of Lawyers,
Amazon will no longer support the Echo Look, encourages owners to recycle theirs
People can use the Amazon Shopping app instead.
Sonoma Pharmaceuticals News: SNOA Stock Skyrockets 117% on COVID-19 Disinfectant
Sonoma Pharmaceuticals (SNOA) is in the news Friday after approval for a disinfectant of the novel coronavirus sent SNOA stock skyrocketing.
Police free CNN reporter arrested live on TV covering Minneapolis protests
Thursday marked a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in the Minnesota city over the death of a black man, George Floyd, seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.
“Sour Candy”: Collab between Lady Gaga and BLACKPINK sets new records on YouTube
Even before the arrival of Lady Gaga's new album, “Chromatica”, to streaming platforms and digital stores, her collaborative song with BL…
'Concerns' - How Aston Villa's relegation rivals are dealing with positive Covid test
Bournemouth and Aston Villa are two of more than six sides who are looking to avoid relegation when football resumes next month
Student Loan Refinance Marketplace Splash Financial Raises $12.3 Million Through Series A Funding Round Led By CMFG Ventures & Northwestern Mutual Future Ventures
Splash Financial, a U.S.-based student loan refinance marketplace, announced earlier this week it secured $12.3 million through its Series A investment round, w
Inter Milan chief hints at future of Manchester United loanee Alexis Sanchez
He has had a bad time in Serie A so far
‘Chiefs Must Dig Deep In Their Pockets & Pay’
Kaizer Chiefs urged to bring back their former striker Knowledge Musona.
Duchess of York praises daughter on postponed wedding day
The coronavirus outbreak led to Princess Beatrice and her fiance Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi postponing their nuptials.
Trudeau: Canadians watching US unrest and police violence in ‘shock and horror’
Prime minister condemned racism and called on Canada to ‘stand together in solidarity’ against racial hate as protests continue in US
League of Legends: Wild Rift will offer account linking & rewards to prior PC players
Players who have been around since the beginning on PC can link their accounts and scoop up some cool rewards in League of Legends: Wild Rift.
Lahore doctor in her 20s treating Covid-19 patients passes away from virus
According to the federal health ministry's data, Dr Sana Fatima is the first frontline medic in Punjab to die from the virus.
Shadow chancellor says firms getting Covid help should pay back society
Anneliese Dodds told people in County Durham there should be a new social contract with firms that have been supported through the crisis.
Minneapolis Protest: What’s Happening & All You Need Know
The death of another unarmed black man, George Floyd, soon creates an uproar of violence and protest across the nation. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in Minneapolis right now.
Students decry tuition hikes as COVID-19 pandemic increases financial strain
Some Canadian universities are raising tuition fees for the new school year much to the consternation of students, who argue their costs should be going down, not up in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
All grades going back to school on 6 July or 3 August – govt
Here are all the rules and guidelines published in the Government Gazette on Friday.
‘Judiciary helping save democracy in State’
TDP, BJP leaders hail HC order on SEC
Corrie fans heartbroken as abused Yasmeen set to conceal truth about evil Geoff
Coronation Street's Yasmeen Nazir blamed herself for her prison stint, and denied being abused by her controlling husband
Retired engineers urge Centre to stop Telangana projects
‘CWC, KRMB must critica’ly examine new irrigation projects in that State’
FG secures 1,295 convictions in one year - The Nation Nigeria
An 82-year-old hypertensive patient has recovered from coronavirus in Osun State.She was discharged from Isolation and Treatment Centre...
Teachers’ Union President: 'I Don't Agree' with Opening Schools as Soon as Possible
The president of the AFT said she does not agree with President Donald Trump’s view that schools should reopen as soon as possible.
House scheduled to return for votes in late June
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) released an updated floor schedule for the lower chamber on Friday that would have lawmakers staying in their home districts for most of June before
Unaware of SHRC order, Hyderabad man still waits for next meal
45-year-old Rajesh Vanam, who has to walk with the help of crutches for the last five years, used to be dependent on the alms he received from visitors to the Nagamma temple in Yellareddyguda, one of the busiest residential locales in Hyderabad.
Department of Agriculture issue Status Red forest fire warning
The Department of Agriculture has issued a Status Red forest fire warning that will remain in place across the June Bank Holiday weekend
Disinfect to Protect: Lysol’s P36 million funding to help Philippine Red Cross battle COVID-19
Lysol Philippines has partnered with the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) for Disinfect to Protect, a joint mission to ensure everybody is protected from illnesses, by breaking the chain of infection.
Big Tech goes on pandemic M&A spree despite political backlash
Rate of dealmaking by Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, et al is highest since 2015
Disney World Cancels All Ride and Dining Reservations, Universal Plans Hotel Reopening
Disney World reservations for rides and dining have all been canceled, including FastPass+, while Universal Orlando plans hotel reopenings.
COVID-19 impact: Mani Ratnam pitches for big stars to reduce costs; future of digital, OTT platforms in focus
Talking of internal reforms, Ratnam also hinted at the expectation of some help from the government to keep the industry afloat.
Ahmedabad: Fire at Sakar 7 building, one dead
According to fire officials, fire has started in the cable duct of the commercial complex due to short circuit of wiring, resulting in heavy smoke coming out from each floor of the building.
Duchess of York praises daughter on postponed wedding day
The coronavirus outbreak led to Princess Beatrice and her fiance Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi postponing their nuptials.
Students decry tuition hikes as COVID-19 pandemic increases financial strain
TORONTO — Some Canadian universities are raising tuition fees for the new school year much to the consternation of students, who argue their costs should be going down, not up in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Backlash as CNN TV crew arrested live on air by US police as they reported on protests over George Floyd's death
The Minnesota State Patrol on Friday arrested a CNN television crew as they reported on violent protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer kneeled on his neck.
Italian magistrates target Uber Italia over alleged rider exploitation: sources
MILAN (Reuters) - Italian magistrates have placed an Italian unit of Uber Technologies under special administration as part of an investigation into alleged exploitation of food delivery riders, three people familiar with the case said on Friday.
How Warnock knew that Burton's Richard Jobson would be a star
'He ran like a hovercraft, like he wasn't touching the floor' says Brewers manager of the 80s
Stocks tumble as Wall Street awaits Trump’s China salvo
US stocks tumbled Friday as Wall Street anxiously awaited for President Trump to announce his next economic salvo against China. The Dow Jones industrial average slid as much as 368.97 points, or 1.4
British and Australian MotoGP races cancelled
This year's British and Australian MotoGP races have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, organizers said on Friday.
Court orders Lesotho ex-first lady rearrested in murder trial
Lesotho's Court of Appeal on Friday ordered the rearrest of former first lady Maesaiah Thabane after revoking her bail on murder charges.
Dongban Mensem: Buhari extends appointment of president of appeal court
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the extension of the appointment of Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem as the acting president of the Court of Appeal (PCA).
Screening of passengers at railway stations made compulsory
Passengers have to reach railway stations at least 90 minutes in advance
Monkeys 'ran away with coronavirus test samples after attacking lab technician'
Locals filmed what they say is one of the monkeys sat in a tree chewing one of the sample collection kits
Ohio House approves bill legalizing sports gambling
House lawmakers on Thursday passed a bill to legalize sports wagering in Ohio, a move that could generate millions in tax revenue for the state.
Uber lays off more employees
Several employees at Uber’s Hyderabad offices have been laid off, as part of the company’s global job cuts.Employees from the Kondapur office said that the lay-offs started on Tuesday. An exact figure
Fire in Ahmedabad building; man jumps off 4th floor, dies
As many as 30 persons had to be rescued from Sakar-7 building, where a fire broke out in a wire duct on the ground floor, while many others managed to come out safely by themselves despite the presence of thick smoke, a fire brigade official said.
Woody Allen says it became ‘fashionable’ for actors to condemn him: ‘Like eating kale’
Woody Allen continues to fend off criticism about his past and is sending a message to actors persistent in denouncing him.
New York City eyes June 8 for first phase of reopening
New York City is on track to begin reopening June 8 as the state gradually loosens restrictions put in place during the coronavirus crisis, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Friday.
Is there still a case for testing contacts?
Experts say targeted testing and limiting the number of deaths is the way forward
Investor group allowed to buy Grindr from Chinese firm for $620M
Chinese gaming company Beijing Kunlun Tech said on Friday that a US national security panel approved the $620 million sale of popular gay dating app Grindr to an investor group called San Vicente
Why Virgin Galactic Is Still Dreaming of Space Travel
Although the markets are turning positive, several fundamental factors are conspiring against Virgin Galactic.
Joe Burrow Speaks Out Following George Floyd’s Death In Minneapolis
As he's become a true football star over the last few months, Joe Burrow hasn't shied away from discussing significant social causes.
Huge influx of travellers increases backlog of samples awaiting tests
Over 30,000 of the one lakh samples collected in the last one week have piled up in various labs
Cyclone Amphan: Shah Rukh Khan announces several initiatives for relief work in West Bengal
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Friday announced a series of initiatives to help those affected by Cyclone Amphan in West Bengal. The 53-year-old actor has taken the help of IPL franchise Kolkata Knight
Businesses Must Start Paying Towards Furlough Scheme From August, Chancellor Rishi Sunak Says
Changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme will enable businesses to bring back staff part time from July and introduce a taper requiring firms to contribute to...
Functioning of Delhi High Court, district courts restricted till June 14
The Delhi High Court Friday decided to restrict till June 14 its functioning as also of the district courts to urgent matters only in view of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Administrative and
Two cured in Kozhikode, one more tests positive
Two persons from Kozhikode district, who had been undergoing treatment for COVID-19 at the Government General Hospital, Kannur, were cured of the infection on Friday, while one more was tested positiv
Football: Police want several Premier League games played at neutral venues
British Police want at least six Premier League matches and any Liverpool title clincher to be played at neutral venues when the season resumes in ...
Ruling means Missouri’s last abortion clinic stays open
The decision means Missouri will not become the first state without a functioning abortion clinic since 1974.
Duchess of York praises daughter on postponed wedding day
The coronavirus outbreak led to Princess Beatrice and her fiance Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi postponing their nuptials.
Missile park to be set up at INS Kalinga
Agneeprastha will capture glimpses of missile history from 1981 till date
Malaysia reports 103 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's health ministry reported 103 new COVID-19 cases on Friday (May 29), bringing the national total to 7,732. For the ...
GDP Growth Rate In FY20 Better Than Expected At 4.2 Per Cent; 4th Quarter Growth Rate Plummets To 3.1 Per Cent
As per the data released by the government, India reported a better than expected growth of 4.2 per cent in FY20, reports India Today. Although the figure marks the lowest growth rate in 11 years, the performance is higher than what many experts had forecast.
Ethiopian security forces accused of 39 extrajudicial killings
Ethiopian security forces in the Oromiya region have executed 39 opposition supporters and arrested at least 10,000 others accused of being members of an armed group since early 2019, Amnesty International said on Friday. The rights group said in a report that victims were accused of supporting the Oromo Liberation…
Mackenzie tour pulls the pin
The Mackenzie Tour - PGA Tour Canada will not be teeing it up in 2020.
US Pres. Trump reportedly won't announce additional tariffs on China
According to several news outlets, US President Donald Trump won't announce any changes to the Phase-one trade deal with China. Trump is not expected
Man Utd fixtures: Remaining Premier League games as club targets Champions League finish
Manchester United have nine games left to play in the Premier League season. The side are currently fifth in the table, chasing Chelsea for the last Champions League spot
'Fleet of Underwater UFOs' Spotted off the Greek Coastline by Alien Hunter
Google Earth can prove to be a valuable tool for those UFO enthusiasts who like to scroll over the detailed images of our planet in a bid to spot some evidence for the...
Rooney's First Car Vs His Most Expensive Ride
Most footballers' vehicle evolutions had to begin at some point before they got used to driving around in luxury. In light of that, we look at Wayne Rooney's first car versus one of his most luxurious rides to date. Check it out!
CNN crew is arrested on live television while covering Minneapolis protests | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A CNN reporting team was arrested live on television early today while covering the protests in Minneapolis, an extraordinary interference with freedom of the press that drew outrage from First Amendment advocates and a public apology from Minnesota’s governor.
Virus ignited in US no earlier than mid-January, study says
NEW YORK (AP) — The spark that started the U.S. coronavirus epidemic arrived during a three-week window from mid-January to early February, before the nation...
Forest dept. told to permit sand removal from Pampa
KCCPL directed to resume work from today
COLUMN: For real leadership amid crisis, look west of Scott Road
Delta council, under direction of Mayor George Harvie, defines leadership during pandemic
Over 50% of Bihar migrants eat once a day
A first-of-its-kind survey on the state of migrant workers who have returned to their homes in Bihar has revealed some worrying facts about their worsening situation
Pubg Mobile Welcomes Airtel As Preferred Network Of The PMPL South Asia
Airtel will power the PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL) as the Preferred Network of the coveted Esports tournament
Buhari extends appointment of Dongban-Mensem as appeal court acting president
President Muhammadu Buhari has extended the appointment of M. B. Dongban-Mensem as the Acting President of the Court of Appeal (PCA) with effect from June 3 for a further period of three (3) months.
Lockdown measures not being eased in ‘reckless’ way, Chancellor says
The Department of Health and Social Care could not immediately confirm the coronavirus alert level.
BEST not to charge migrant workers for ride to railway station
Move follows Supreme Court order
Gary Neville identifies value that Manchester United can never lose
Manchester United have a proud history of utilising academy players and Gary Neville believes this value can never be lost
Married police superintendent who heads Britain’s bird protection unit is suspended after being accused of having an affair with a colleague
Superintendent Nick Lyall (pictured), who is suspended on full pay, is the most prominent face in Britain's battle with the illicit slaying of birds of prey.
Americans Turned Less Gloomy About The Economy in May
Current conditions look better than they did a month ago but the outlook for the future is grimmer. |
Breaking down Biden's Top 4 VP picks with Karl Rove and Leslie Marshall
Fox News contributors Karl Rove and Leslie Marshall share their insights on four of Biden's potential VP picks.
As fear delays funerals and deters families, Pune local group steps forward to carry out last rites of Covid and non-Covid patients
Mulnivasi Muslim Manch, an organisation headed by Anjum Inamdar, is one of the groups in Pune which have been performing the last rites of Covid-19 patients, as well as those who have died of other illnesses in the last two months.
Outriders gameplay video reveals dynamic difficulty through World Tiers
Outriders' World Tiers will allow players to earn their way up through a dynamic difficulty system with increasing rewards to go with it.
Shadow chancellor says firms getting Covid help should pay back society
Anneliese Dodds told people in County Durham there should be a new social contract with firms that have been supported through the crisis.
Tory MP criticised for taking maternity leave during coronavirus pandemic
She has received 'unpleasant' emails, mostly from men, criticising her decision.
UK PM Johnson and U.S. President Trump criticise China's Hong Kong plan
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that China’s plan to impose national security legislation on Hong Kong would undermine the territory’s autonomy.
No time limit for bringing back workers: Yogi
The state is “resolved to get back all its workers safely, respectfully and free of cost and there is no time limit to this exercise”, Adityanath said at a meeting held to sign memorandums of understanding with industry bodies
Minneapolis police officer charged with murder in George Floyd case
Derek Chauvin, the officer who is seen on a bystander's cellphone video kneeling on George Floyd's neck on Monday before he died, has been charged with third-degree murder
As job loss mounts, labour ministry ties up with TCS iON for career counseling
The career counseling service will be offered on the national career service (NCS) platform for free in Hindi and English languages, and try to cover the soft skills and basic job skills that industries demand
Tile issues complaint against Apple for making its tracking app harder to use
In a letter, viewed by Financial Times, Tile's legal counsel explains that in the past, the Tile app worked seamlessly with the company's Bluetooth-enabled tracking fob. Once the device was paired with the app, users could immediately begin locating the…
DNA helps solve Colorado woman's cold case rape, murder after 50 years
Colorado investigators used DNA and genetic genealogy to solve the rape and murder of a 23-year-old Denver woman five decades ago.
Biden's Questionable Remarks Towards Asians Come to Light as He Bashes Trump for 'Racism'
In 2014, Biden reportedly came under fire on social media for using the term “Orient” while describing his meeting with the former prime minister of Singapore.
1,000-year-old Viking boat found buried on Norwegian island
May 29 (UPI) -- Officials in a Norwegian county announced a 1,000-year-old Viking ship has been found buried on the same island where a ship of similar vintage was found six months earlier.
14 ex-presidents back Adesina, warn against distracting AfDB
The former leaders said the bank and its president, Akinwumi Adesina, should not be distracted at a time when the continent is battling a pandemic.
Trump ally Lindsey Graham urges judges in their 60s to retire so they can be replaced before election
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham has called for judges who are 65 or older to step down, so Republicans can take their seats in time for November’s presidential election. Mr Graham,
Monkeys steal coronavirus blood samples from lab worker
A mob of monkeys stormed a lab worker in India and snatched several coronavirus-positive blood samples — causing outbreak-fearing neighbors to go ape, according to a report Friday. In the totally
Sarah Sanders: 'We all need to come together,' George Floyd's family must get justice
Fox News contributor Sarah Sanders said on Friday that President Trump was correct to call the FBI to expedite the investigation into the killing of George Floyd to get justice for his family.
USC Law Prof Jody Armour: Black Lives Matter Highway Protest Caused by 'Festering Wounds'
University of Southern California Law School Professor Jody Armour recently defended a highway protest by Black Lives Matter activists in Los Angeles. On Wednesday, hundreds of protesters blocked traffic on the 101 freeway to bring attention to the death of George Floyd. According to Armour, the protest shows the "festering wounds that haven't actually healed over time here in LA."
The surprising news that could affect Nottingham Forest's promotion bid
Forest might not have as many reasons to be fearful as other clubs after taking stock of the Bundesliga numbers
Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin Is Arrested in George Floyd Case
Former officer Derek Chauvin was fired earlier this week after his involvement in Floyd's death and charged with third-degree murder.
Pastor to die by hanging for murder - The Nation Nigeria
An Ondo State based Pastor, Kolawole Samson, has been sentenced to death by hanging for killing one Ayo Olaniyi at a village near Okeigbo area...
Mkhize: The country will be split into 3 Covid areas, with ‘out of control’ being one
The health minister and his advisers briefed the country on what comes next for the health sector and the country in level 3 of lockdown.
Care home installs glass so people can see loved ones for first time in weeks
EXCLUSIVE Beverley Parklands care home, in Hull, erected a wall of perspex down the middle of a ground-floor room so residents can sit one side as families enter from outside and sit on the other
Sugar unit in Vizianagaram agrees to clear ryots’ dues within two months
Parvathipuram MLA, Collector take the initiative
WHO, 37 countries launch alliance to share tools to battle COVID-19
ZURICH (Reuters) - Thirty-seven countries and the World Health Organization (WHO) appealed on Friday for common ownership of vaccines, medicines and diagnostic tools to tackle the global coronavirus pandemic, taking aim at patent laws they fear could become a barrier to sharing crucial supplies.
Wife of accused George Floyd killer Derek Chauvin once wrote bad check
The beauty queen wife of the Minneapolis cop who is accused of killing George Floyd during an arrest for allegedly using a fake $20 bill was once criminally charged for writing a bad check, a new
Buhari extends appointment of Justice Dongban-Mensem as acting President of Court of Appeal
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the extension of the appointment of Hon. Justice M.B. Dongban-Mensem as the Acting President
Biden on Floyd Death: 'This Is No Time for Incendiary Tweets -- It's No Time to Encourage Violence'
Friday CNN played a clip of presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden taking a shot at President Donald Trump while commenting on the death of George Floyd. | Clips
A big leap in new cases
Just two days before the ongoing nationwide shutdown is relaxed, 2,523 people tested Covid-19 positive in the country yesterday, the highest number yet in Bangladesh in a single day.
J&K: Driver’s presence of mind saves the day as truck carrying LPG cylinders catches fire
While there weren't many vehicles plying on the road in view of the lockdown, police personnel posted at a nearby checkpoint immediately stopped them from proceeding ahead as LPG cylinders started exploding one by one.
Police watchdog recommends charges against five Mounties in Prince George man’s death
Police used pepper spray on the man, who then had trouble breathing before dying at the scene
High Court appoints advocate commissioner
Migrant workers not stranded in Medchal, says TS govt.
Ryanair expects air fares to fall when flights take off again
’We think it’s pretty clear that for the next 12 months prices are going to be way down,’ says Michael O’Leary
Maharashtra govt hikes honorarium for doctors on bond and contract
According to the revised salaries, bonded doctors working in tribal belts will get ₹75,000 against ₹60,000 earlier.Maharashtra also announced a comprehensive personal accident cover of ₹50 lakh to all employees who are on active duty relating to survey, tracing, testing etc for covid-19
80-year-old tests positive for SARS-CoV-2
She had reached Kochi by train from Mumbai on Thursday morning
The White House's coronavirus postcards cost the struggling Post Office $28 million
It's yet another complication for President Trump's strained relationship with the federal agency, which receives no taxpayer funding.
WATCH | 2.5m black mamba rescued from roof of North Coast scrapyard storeroom
Local snake catcher Nick Evans rescued this 2.5m black mamba from the roof of a scrapyard's storeroom on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal earlier this month.
‘If you can talk, you can breathe’: Mississippi mayor ripped over George Floyd killing remarks
Hal Marx, mayor of Petal, weighed in on viral video footage that shows Floyd, who was black, saying “I can’t breath” while a white Minneapolis police officer pins him to the ground by his neck.
Nearly 40% of flyers at Chennai Airport opt for physical forms instead of Aarogya Setu app
The form asks for the passenger’s health status, recent travel history, destination and residential details.
'Rain On Me' scores biggest opening week of streams ever for a female collaboration
Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande have stormed the charts to Number 1 on this week’s Official Singles Chart with Rain On Me. The new single has racked up...
Belated, but welcome: On Supreme Court move on migrant workers
After taking note of pandemic-induced crisis, SC must now enforce rights of the vulnerable
In Pictures: Britons enjoy their time in the sun as lockdown rules are relaxed
Glorious weather greeted those taking advantage of the loosening of the emergency measures.
Ajit Jogi, first chief minister of Chhatisgarh, passes away
Ajit Jogi, who was also the first chief minister of the state, was admitted there on May 9 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home.
MP criticised for taking maternity leave
Siobhan Baillie has been receiving ‘unpleasant’ emails after taking four weeks maternity leave.
'We Have Evidence': Charges of Murder, Manslaughter for Police Officer Who Killed George Floyd
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman confirmed on Friday afternoon that
For the next three hours, I sat next to Ibrar's corpse
Ibrar Ahmed’s last words were, “I’m feeling too hot. I can’t bear it anymore.” He died inside a Lucknow-bound Shramik Special train, just ahead of Jhansi after travelling for more than 36 hours,...
Online child sex abuse cases triple under lockdown in Philippines
Cases of online child sex abuse in the Philippines have tripled under coronavirus, the government said, with campaigners warning that the country's lockdown has left more children vulnerable to exploitation by human traffickers and cash-strapped relatives.
Smart windows that self-illuminate on rainy days
Smart windows that automatically change colors depending on the intensity of sunlight are gaining attention as they can reduce energy bills by blocking the sun's visible rays during summer. But what about ...
Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air covering Minneapolis protests
WASHINGTON - Police in Minneapolis released a CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early Friday morning during violent protests in the city.
NYPD issues officer safety alert after Brooklyn man's 'cop killings' online threat
The NYPD has issued an “officer safety alert” in response to an unverified threat by a Brooklyn man against law enforcement officers, it was learned Friday.
Plea in NGT seeks implementation of Centre's contingency plan to control locust attack
As the locust attack threat looms over Delhi and neighbouring states, a plea in the National Green Tribunal has sought the implementation of the Centre's contingency plan to combat the situation. The
U.S. Weekly FundFlows Insight Report: ETF And Fund Investors Become Slightly More Risk Seeking During The Week
For the thirteenth consecutive week, investors were overall net purchasers of fund assets (including those of conventional funds and ETFs). Fund investors were
Millions of BN(O)s in Hong Kong could be eligible for UK citizenship
The Government estimates there are around 2.9 million BN(O)s currently in Hong Kong.
3 Reasons to Still Trust High-Flying Wayfair
The economy is just turning around, which would benefit the online furniture retailer.
Man arrested after body of mum found in park in Stockport was in ‘several parts’
THE body of a mum found in a Stockport park was reportedly discovered in “several parts”. A murder probe was launched after the body of Yvonne McCann, in her 40s, was found by a member …
Greece to open airports to arrivals from 29 countries from June 15
Greece said Friday it would reopen its airports in Athens and Thessaloniki to arrivals from 29 countries from June 15, the start of the tourist season. Visitors would be allowed to fly into Greece from 16 EU countries, including Germany, Austria, Denmark, Finland, the Czech Republic, Baltic countries
'There was this superior attitude': Nine boss lifts lid on NRL negotiations
Nine boss Hugh Marks provides an insight into one of the most turbulent sports rights negotiations in the country's history.
Feds extend cruise ship ban through the summer
Ottawa has announced that any cruise ship that carries more than 100 people will be prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until at least Oct. 31, pushing off the possibility of a summer cruise ship season. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Friday that the decision to extend the cruise ship ban has been taken to keep Canadians safe.
Trump Gets Warning Label On Tweet For ‘Glorifying Violence’ About Protests After George Floyd Death
Donald Trump was hit with a warning label on Twitter after he was caught 'glorifying violence' with a tweet about the MN protests.
‘Beyond the Pandemic’ streams Saturday with focus on reopening Bangladesh
‘Beyond the Pandemic,’ an online discussion programme organised by the Awami League, will focus on the challenges of restarting the economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic in its third episode.
Noted astrologer Bejan Daruwala dies at 88
A practicing Zoroastrian, Daruwalla was also a self-proclaimed Ganesha devotee
Despite Catalysts, Penn Stock Remains a Sell
There's plenty to be excited about with PENN stock. But with shares getting ahead of themselves, steer clear until shares take a breather.
Palestinian Authority eases lockdown measures as coronavirus cases decline
Given lack of other options, authorities used restrictions as main tool to fight pandemic
They made a mockery of our trust: why Britain is united in fury at the PM and his adviser
White-hot, palpable fury has spanned the political divide.
SFA development chief celebrates strong community spirit seeing Scottish football through lockdown challenges
Head of football development Andy Gould has highlighted how the Scottish FA have helped clubs.
Independent schools to overtake Catholic system as second-biggest sector in NSW
Independently-run schools are the fastest-growing sector in NSW, thanks in part to a boom in Islamic colleges.
Ian Maguire: Cork's league campaign not for nothing, even if declared null and void
Promotion was more or less wrapped up. Tier 2 was no longer on their radar. And then, a global pandemic happened.
Forecast: Pleasant conditions expected through the weekend
Breezy trade winds with mainly windward showers are expected through the weekend.
Tile files EU complaint against Apple's alleged anticompetitive behavior
In a letter to the EU, Tile claims Apple is making it more difficult for competitors to survive.
OAP driver, 91, who accidentally put his foot on the accelerator and killed university lecturer as he used a cashpoint is spared jail after victim’s widow pleaded with judge
Howell Hughes, 91, was behind the wheel of his Fiat Panda when it 'shot forward' and hit 66-year-old Brian Griffiths at a petrol station in Swansea, south Wales. He got a suspended sentence.
Mechanised boats to go for fishing on turn basis
THOOTHUKUDIAfter losing their livelihood for nearly 90 days – 25% of 2020 – the mechanised boat fishermen are gearing up to venture into the sea for fishing from June 1 onwards, but only on turn basis
Tectonic plates are a lot older than we thought
Earth's underground network of tectonic plates was in place more than 4 billion years ago—about a billion years earlier than scientists had thought.
301 Chinese evacuated from Nigeria
Kayode Oyero At least 301 Chinese citizens have returned home from Nigeria, The PUNCH has learnt. The nationals were evacuated on Thursday night through the Murtala Muhammed International Air...
Man found dead at work on business park
Tragic discovery was made during the early hours
Lincoln University Strongly Positioned For The Future
Lincoln University’s 2019 Annual Report shows it is strongly positioned for the future, with an ambitious programme of campus development projects beginning during the year.
Hansi Flick wants Bayern Munich to maintain momentum as they face Dusseldorf
The perennial German champions are on course for an eighth successive league title.
MP insists social distancing was in place at veteran’s 100th birthday party
Kevan Jones, who represents North Durham, said only a small number of people were there and hands were sanitised as they entered.
George Floyd: Journalists covering protest arrested
Police arrested a CNN crew broadcasting live from the US city of Minneapolis early on Friday while covering unrest sparked by the death of a black man at the hands of law enforcement. The crew w...
Chile, Peru secure credit lines from IMF amid pandemic
(UPDATED) The International Monetary Fund grants Chile a $24-billion credit line and Peru an $11-billion credit line, both for two years
At Least 7 People Shot in Louisville, KY, During Protests Against Police
At least seven people were shot during Thursday night in Louisville, Kentucky, after protests began against police.
NHS Test and Trace Programme Hit by Further Technical Problems on Second Day
The United Kingdom's new track and tracing program has been introduced in order for users to report symptoms in order to more effectively identify new cases of the...
Global backlash after CNN reporter arrested live on air by US police
The UK Foreign Office said journalists ‘must be free to do their job’.
Nepali Sherpas wait, grow potatoes as Himalayas remain closed due to COVID-19
Had it not been for the coronavirus, Nepali climbing guide Tashi Lakpa Sherpa would have been on Mount Everest now, guiding clients and trying to ...
12 more coronavirus deaths confirmed in Black Country, Birmingham and Staffordshire
A further 12 coronavirus deaths have been confirmed in hospitals across the Black Country, Birmingham and Staffordshire.
MDC trio to challenge 'fake abduction' prosecution through ConCourt
MDC Alliance MP Joanna Mamombe and two-party activists are set to take their bid to stop prosecution to the Constitutional Court.The Harare West legislator and ...
'There was this superior attitude': Nine boss lifts lid on NRL negotiations
Nine boss Hugh Marks provides an insight into one of the most turbulent sports rights negotiations in the country's history.
Tolani Otedola is taking over - The Nation Nigeria
Meeting delectable Tolani Otedola for the very first time, you would marvel at her level of composure, meekness, and respectful nature, despite her...
Climate change forces Sami reindeer herders to adapt
Once, the lynx, wolverines and eagles that preyed on their animals were the main concern for reindeer herders as they moved them to find food in the winter.
Greece to open airports to arrivals from 29 countries from June 15
ATHENS: Greece said Friday it would reopen its airports in Athens and Thessaloniki to arrivals from 29 countries from June 15, the start of the tourist season. Visitors would be allowed to fly into Greece from 16 EU countries, including Germany, Austria, Denmark, Finland, the Czech Republic, Baltic countries, Cyprus and Malta, the tourism ministry said in a statement. But
Decomposed body of migrant worker found in Shramik train toilet
The deceased was working in a factory in Mumbai and was returning home after being rendered jobless.
COVID-19 recasts internet as a utility for every home
Jorg Welters explores how the telecommunications sector has grown amid the COVID-19 crisis after broadband is perceived to be essential to surviving lockdown
Vandals are repeatedly draining part of the Erewash Canal and nobody knows why
'I honestly can’t begin to understand what’s going through the vandals' minds'
New George Floyd video shows the man begging to be allowed to stand so that he can catch his breath as THREE police officers kneel on him
The brief clips provide a different angle than the widely publicized video that was filmed on Memorial Day, with 3 officers seen on George Floyd's back.
MP insists social distancing was in place at veteran’s 100th birthday party
Kevan Jones, who represents North Durham, said only a small number of people were there and hands were sanitised as they entered.
South Korea limits school numbers over virus spike
South Korea on Friday imposed limits on the number of pupils going to schools in and around Seoul as officials scramble to tackle fresh coronavirus cases that threaten the country's success in containing the epidemic.
Beijing takes off the gloves: China to 'fully instruct' Hong Kong police on the crackdown on pro-democracy protests as state media says 'all traitors should be sent to the UK'
The Chinese Ministry of Public Security said it would 'earnestly carry out' a newly passed national security law, which allows China to quell activities it deems as 'subversive' in the semi-autonomous city.
Global backlash after CNN reporter arrested live on air by US police
CNN correspondent Omar Jimenez, producer Bill Kirkos and photojournalist Leonel Mendez were taken into custody in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at around 5am local time on Friday morning.
Man arrested in connection with double stabbing in downtown Victoria
A man has been arrested in connection with a double stabbing that sent two people to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries on Thursday night.Victoria police were called to the 900 block of . . .
Covid-19: Social distancing creates new challenges for stadium designers
BERN, May 29 — From getting to the toilets to creating an atmosphere, the prospect of social distancing is setting new challenges for stadium designers and operators who usually aim to keep people together rather than apart. Although football is starting to reawaken after the Covid-19 pandemic,...
Donald Trump uses official White House account to re-send 'violent' banned tweet
The president used the official White House Twitter account to re-share the offending tweet, which was hidden from view on his own account for 'glorifying violence'
Israeli Troops Reportedly Open Fire in Disputed Land on Border With Lebanon
BEIRUT (Sputnik) – The Israeli army opened fire with automatic weapons in a disputed territory of the Shebaa farms located on the border with Lebanon when a shepherd...
Apex court to hear Mistry’s plea for seat on Tata Sons board
The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear ousted Tata Group Chairman Cyrus Mistry’s petition seeking a “proportionate” representation for Shapoorji Pallonji Group (SP Group) on Tata Sons board.The SP
Nippon Paint says its new VirusGuard+ paint can destroy human coronaviruses – here’s what it actually does
The world is in the middle of a global pandemic, and for many people, germs and bacteria have become the number one enemy in everyday life.
In Pictures: Britons enjoy their time in the sun as lockdown rules are relaxed
Glorious weather greeted those taking advantage of the loosening of the emergency measures.
Nick Offerman is Selling Comedy Specials Online to Benefit America’s Food Fund
Nick Offerman comedy specials are being put up for sale online by the actor/comedian, with proceeds set to benefit America's Food Fund.
Andy Murray to play in charity tournament for NHS organised by brother Jamie
Andy Murray will play in a tournament organised by brother Jamie in June that will raise money for the NHS.
Puspure: Ireland could lose Olympic prospects to retirement if 5km restriction not eased
Olympic medal hope Sanita Puspure has warned that unless the Government gives athletes special dispensation to return to training facilities then hopes of Tokyo glory will be lost and some Irish competitors could retire.
NYPD discussing charges for Central Park ‘Karen’ Amy Cooper with DA
The NYPD is working with the Manhattan DA’s Office to determine whether any charges could be brought against the white woman who called cops on a black man in Central Park, a police official said
Top news of the day: India’s coronavirus death toll overtakes China's; those with serious ailments, pregnant women told to avoid Shramik Specials, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
I won't believe Boris Johnson is following scientific advice until he proves it
If this Cummings crisis has taught us anything, it's that it is vital that we the public are informed of the science as soon as it is available.
Cryptocurrency Exchange & Custodian Gemini Announces New Partnership With Samsung
Gemini Trust Company, LLC (Gemini), a cryptocurrency exchange and custodian, announced on Thursday it is collaborating with Samsung Electronics to power the Sam
Mayor, Chief shave heads
Kelowna Mayor Colin Basran and Westbank First Nation Chief Christopher Derickson are sporting new buzz cuts after reaching their goals in Okanagan College’s Haircuts for Health Care campaign.
PM Imran calls important NCC meeting on May 31
PM Imran Khan calls important NCC meeting on May 31.
13,000 households in Serere displaced by rising Lake Kyoga water levels
Serere, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | More than 13,000 households have been displaced by rising Lake Kyoga water levels in Serere district. The most affected are residents in Bugondo, Kadungulu, Labor, Pingire, Kateta and Kyere sub-counties. In Bugondo sub county, more than half of the 39 villages have been submerged displacing 6,000 households. Apollo Ewidu, …
'The Great': a lively, vaguely historic romp that never bores
Streaming on Stan, this tale of Russian empress Catherine the Great plays fast and loose with facts, but that only adds to its charm.
Trump Is the Looter
The president is exposing problems in America that most did not want to see.
Uber-Grubhub deal hinges on breakup fee after narrowing price gap
Uber Technologies Inc. and Grubhub Inc. are haggling over a breakup fee after nearing an agreement on a merger price, according to people familiar with the matter.
White House, Trump accounts both get Twitter rulebreaker warning
Twitter waited almost four years into the term to act, and Trump's not happy.
UP’s economic activity returning to normalcy; here’s what industrial power demand data shows
After two successive months of depressed economic activity, industrial power consumption in UP, this week, crossed 90 per cent of the average consumption recorded in February.
Donald Trump and Twitter duel over president’s vow to crack down in Minneapolis
The president had suggested looters might be shot in violence sparked by the death of a black man who was being subdued by police.
Tyson Fury beats Joshua, McGregor to emerge world's highest paid combat athlete
Tyson Fury appears to be enjoying a great year. The British boxer deflated Deontay Wilder's ego in their bout in February to emerge WBC champion in Las Vegas.
Delhi: Man killed by duo after he objects to their roaming around during lockdown
The accused were arrested on Thursday when police went to search their homes. While one of the two accused is a juvenile, the other one is 20-year-old.
Whoopi Goldberg tells Loose Women she thinks pneumonia ordeal was Covid-19
Whoopi was in hospital for a month.
UK plans new 5G club of 10 countries, including India, to reduce reliance on China, says report
The British government has approached the US with the prospect of creating a 5G club of 10 democracies, including India, amid growing security concerns related to Chinese telecom giant Huawei, according to a UK media report.
No further action over death of railway worker following police inquiries
Detectives have concluded there is no evidence to substantiate any criminal offences having taken place over the death of Belly Mujinga, said BTP.
Here’s what would have been the Google Pixel 4a XL
There have been tons of leaks about the Google Pixel 4a over the past few months, but nothing about the handset's larger variant, the Pixel 4a XL.
Devastating school blaze caused by building work, investigators believe
No children were on the premises at the time of the fire.
Brighton considering possibility of friendlies before Premier League restart
A provisional restart date of June 17 has been set amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Watch live: The World Health Organization holds a press briefing on the coronavirus pandemic
WHO is holding a press briefing on the Covid-19 pandemic.
Newborn baby buried alive in mud survives after miraculous rescue by villagers
WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT. The boy was only spotted after his tiny leg was seen poking out of the soil by some housebuilders who heard his faint cries
Prince William Spoke Candidly About The Mental Health Impact Of Calling NHS Staff “Heroes”
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s work with mental health over the years has not gone unnoticed, and throughout the coronavirus pandemic the couple’s loyalty to the cause hasn't faltered. They have held video calls with hospital staff, care…
Mike Tyson's dramatic transformation helped by expensive secret used by Cristiano Ronaldo
Mike Tyson’s dramatic body transformation has sparked rumours that he could be making a sensational return into the rings with his new found physique, Daily Sta
Kamloops residents spot mask-wearing dragons along hiking trail
If you're going for a hike in Kamloops, keep an eye out for dragons.Locals have spotted little painted dragon sculptures along a trail in Barnhartvale,
Concession in fixed charge of power bills
The government has decided to grant 25% concession in the fixed charge of the power bills of commercial and industrial units and private hospitals for March, April and May and granted time up to Decem
First Sighting Of 2021 Nissan Frontier Reveals More Aggressive Design
Yesterday, Nissan released a video teasing its future product lineup. Although little more than the dark si...
Debunked: No, Bill Gates, Melinda Gates, Anthony Fauci and the WHO are not being charged with genocide
The false message being shared on Facebook claims they are due to appear before a human rights tribunal next week.
Andy Murray to return to action alongside brother Jamie in June
Jamie Murray is co-organising a tournament.
'MPs must recognise Mnangagwa'
ALL Members of Parliament - including those from the opposition - will now be expected to recognise President Emmerson Mnangagwa following the adoption of new r...
EXCLUSIVE: Dumbarton defender Morgyn Neill sees his future at the Rock
The summer signing from Stenhousemuir believes he's found a home in football at the Rock.
State gaming win down 99.6% in April with coronavirus closures
Clark County win was down 99.5 percent from a year ago with the only win coming from scattered bets from companies with sports betting apps and online poker.
'We volunteer because we love it': hard yards behind community sport's return
Community sporting clubs in NSW are allowed to train again - but many are still wading through reams of onerous guidelines and requirements before they actually can.
Coronavirus: 3 more lives lost as deaths of confirmed Covid-19 patients reach 521
A further three people who tested positive for coronavirus have died, according to the Department of Health.
No place for Hales or Plunkett as England name 55-man training group
Alex Hales and World Cup-winner Liam Plunkett were both left out of a mammoth 55-man England training group announced.
EXPLAINED: 447 Missing Covid-19 Cases in Total Tally
Dr. Patrick Amoth further stated that there were 140 individuals who'd been classified under the critical group because of...
White House dares Twitter in war over Trump tweets
WASHINGTON, May 29 — The White House thumbed its nose at Twitter today by reposting a President Donald Trump tweet that the social media giant had just taken the unprecedented step of hiding, because it violated the platform’s rules against “glorifying violence.” The tit-for-tat marked a...
Coronavirus: Dental practices to reopen from 8 June
Dental practices in England have been told they can reopen from Monday, 8 June.
Covid-19: With record 116 deaths in 24 hours, Maharashtra's toll crosses 2,000
The total number of cases also surpassed 62,000-mark after 2,683 more cases were reported since Thursday.A record 8,381 patients have been discharged after recovering from the highly contagious virus in the last 24 hours, said a health official
Rahul asks govt to ‘come clean’ on border tension with China
Tell people what exactly is happening, he says on Twitter
Pakistan to resume outbound international flights as COVID-19 spreads
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Pakistan will allow outbound international flights to resume from Saturday, an aviation official said, after largely closing its airspace to commercial flights to curb the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.
BBC Radio 1 to celebrate 25 years of broadcasting from Ibiza
The programmes will air from July 31 to August 1.
Twitter labels Trump tweet as ‘glorifying violence’
Twitter Inc. on Friday labeled a tweet of President Donald Trump’s as having “glorified violence,” just hours after he signed an executive order threatening...
‘There’s no reason for violence’: Melania Trump tweets about protests after president threatened to shoot looters
First Lady Melania Trump has tweeted her own thoughts about the protests taking place in Minneapolis and across the country following the death of George Floyd. In a tweet, she wrote: "Our country
Irish-American priest set to be beatified may have died of coronavirus
A 19th Century Irish-American priest set to be beatified by the Catholic Church may have died from a form of coronavirus. Father Michael McGivney, who founded the Knights of Columbus in 1882, died in 1890 during the Russian Flu Pandemic that killed one million people globally and 13,000 people in the United States.
Another 177 people die after catching coronavirus across UK
The latest figures were released as data showed that several councils in England have still not passed the peak of the virus.
Police Continue Search In Hunua For Missing Woman
Police are continuing to appeal for any information surrounding the disappearance of 25-year-old Elicia Hughes-Sutherland.
No, Twitter Fact Checking The President Is Not Evidence Of Anti-Conservative Bias
I know we've gone through this a bunch already, but there remains no evidence to support the claims of "anti-conservative...
Line of Duty’s Martin Compston got tattoo to prove love for wife – because he’s scared of US gun-toting mother-in-law
MARTIN Compston has revealed he got a tattoo to prove his love for his wife because he was frightened of her gun-toting mum. The Scots actor said he was intimidated by American partner Tianna’…
Forget the fast-food fix, Morrison's trying a new economic recipe
The September deadline on the industrial relations reform negotiations will be the first litmus test of the Coalition government's new era of co-operation.
Endeavour receives shareholder approval for Semafo merger
Endeavour Mining has announced that its shareholders have voted “overwhelmingly” in favour of its acquisition of Semafo, which was announced in March.
Covid-19: All places of worship will open in West Bengal from June 1, says Mamata Banerjee
However, no more than 10 people will be allowed inside these places at a time.
US consumer spending sinks by record 13.6% in face of virus
WASHINGTON — U.S. consumer spending plunged by a record-shattering 13.6% in April as the viral pandemic shuttered businesses, forced millions of layoffs and sent the economy into a deep recession.
NRL keeps Origin, grand final exclusivity up sleeve for next TV deal
The NRL has kept an ace up its sleeve as it prepares to return to the negotiation table with Nine in the next 18 months.
Locusts attack fear in Delhi, Mumbai: No need to panic, won't enter homes
Locust swams attack in Delhi, Mumbai: Locusts tend to attack vegetation, which will keep them from entering homes and causing harm to people, but they will remain a nuisance till wind direction changes
Millions of BN(O)s in Hong Kong could be eligible for UK citizenship
The Government estimates there are around 2.9 million BN(O)s currently in Hong Kong.
The tragic aftermath of the Windies tour of apartheid South Africa
A new book examines the fall from grace of the West Indies rebel cricketers who toured South Africa, only to become pariahs in their own land.
BREAKING 'No further action' after train ticket collector spat at by passenger dies of Covid-19
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.
EXCLUSIVE 'He was the only one not wearing protection': Professor Green angers passengers by 'refusing' to wear a mask on flight from Amsterdam to London with his girlfriend
Professor Green angered passengers on a flight from Amsterdam to London by refusing to wear a protective face mask.
The Boston Marathon Is Canceled Amid COVID-19 — the Race Is Going Virtual Instead
The Boston Athletic Association and mayor Marty Walsh announced that the 2020 Boston Marathon is canceled. A virtual race will take place instead.
'A tarnish' - Former Nottingham Forest midfielder lays into ex-Reds teammate Pierre van Hooijdonk
Carlton Palmer doesn't hold back when discussing the Dutchman's decision to strike while at Forest
No further action over death of railway worker following police inquiries
Detectives have concluded there is no evidence to substantiate any criminal offences having taken place over the death of Belly Mujinga, said BTP.
Bundesliga: Dortmund's Erling Haaland to miss Paderborn game, Mo Dahoud out for the season
Borussia Dortmund’s prolific teenage striker Erling Haaland will miss their next Bundesliga match at Paderborn while Mo Dahoud has been ruled out for the rest of the season just as he was finding his form, coach Lucien Favre said Friday.
China rejects Trump’s offer to mediate in Sino-India border standoff, says 'no need for third-party intervention'
China on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border standoff, saying the two countries does not need the intervention of a "third
Trump official violated ethics rules in seeking EPA job for relative, watchdog finds
A top Trump official at the Interior Department used his government connections to help a relative secure a job at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), according to an internal government
Man dies during shoplifting arrest in Richmond, police watchdog called in
After a man died during an arrest for shoplifting in Richmond Thursday, the province's police watchdog has been called in.
Handicraft exporters to attract global buyers virtually amid Covid curbs
More than 200 exporters to participate in online exhibition from June 1-4
Diana Ross Has Wanted Tracee Ellis Ross To Sing For A *Long* Time
It's safe to say that actor Tracee Ellis Ross has fully stepped out of the considerable shadow cast by her very famous mother, Diana Ross. To date, Ellis Ross has starred in two successful sitcoms (Girlfriends and black-ish) and co-created a third…
Man City new signing Yan Couto details clause that will double his transfer fee
Manchester City have agreed a deal for Brazilian defender Yan Couto that could double if he plays enough for the first team
Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla dies at hospital in Gujarat
The reason for his death remains unclear, though some reports said it was due to Covid-19.
Lauderhill residents near sewage main break can resume normal water use
LAUDERHILL, FLA. (WSVN) - Lauderhill residents previously told to limit their water usage after a sewage main break can now resume their normal usage. City...
WATCH: Firefighters tackle blaze on top of the Wrekin
The Wrekin was closed to visitors as fire crews tackled a large blaze on top of the landmark Shropshire hill.
We must create more jobs, not give extra money to public servants
Public sector pay rises in the middle of a global pandemic do not benefit the 8 million people of NSW, many of whom are suffering right now.
Two more test positive in Wayanad
3,833 persons, including 570 tribespeople, under observation in district
Mudavadi, Peter Kenneth and Karua Hold Meeting Amid Coalition Speculations
Amani National Congress (ANC) leader Musalia Mudavadi has reportedly held meetings with Peter Kenneth, Narck Kenya's Martha Karua and Sally Kosgey ahead of coalitions speculations and realignment.
Kirriemuir schoolgirl, 13, raped by two men in woods near war memorial
A SCOTS schoolgirl was raped by two men in woodland near a war memorial – with cops now launching a manhunt. Officers are appealing for information after the horrific attack in Kirriemuir. De…
Karachi: 80 percent of PIA's crashed plane wreckage removed
Three trucks full of plane wreckage have been shifted to airport
COVID-19: New UAE disinfection timings does not affect Dubai
UAE disinfection programme will run from 10pm to 6am, instead of 8pm to 6am
EUR/USD: Outside overbought territory bulls will keep at the helm
Bulls are in control, as long as the EUR/USD pair remains outside the overbought territory. Nonetheless, Early June's daily chart is painting a mixed
Brighton considering possibility of friendlies before Premier League restart
A provisional restart date of June 17 has been set amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Former Chhattisgarh chief minister Ajit Jogi passes away
India News: Former Chhattisgarh chief minister Ajit Jogi passed away on Friday at the age of 74. Ajit Jogi was admitted to a hospital in Raipur on May 9 after he
Redcape Hotel to reopen pubs as restrictions taper off
Listed pub group Redcape says its primed to reopen its doors on Monday, with new-look properties and changes to how it serves customers in the post-pandemic era.
Over 500 National Guard soldiers activated amid George Floyd protests
More than 500 Minnesota National Guard soldiers have been activated to help contain violent protests in the Twin Cities over George Floyd’s death.
Why some commercial landlords evict tenants and let properties sit vacant
Amid calls for provincial moratorium on commercial evictions, Premier Doug Ford says he doesn't understand why properties sit vacant
Government to negotiate new deal with private hospitals
The current deal to use private facilities during the Covid-19 crisis will not be extended beyond the end of June.
China asks Western nations to stay out of its internal matters in Hong Kong
A joint statement issued by US, UK, Australia and Canada stated that China's decision to impose the new national security law on Hong Kong lay in direct conflict with its international obligations under the principles of the legally binding, UN-registered Sino-British Joint Declaration and said that it would undermine the "one country, two systems" framework.
Minimum Wage Hikes And Handouts -Sounds Like Labour
“It sounds like Labour, is what I’m already hearing about National’s promise to raise the minimum wage regularly while handing out money to businesses,” according to ACT Leader David Seymour
Independent schools to overtake Catholic system as second-biggest sector in NSW
Independently-run schools are the fastest-growing sector in NSW, thanks in part to a boom in Islamic colleges.
Coronavirus is saving Astros from MLB hate: Yankees’ Adam Ottavino
Before the coronavirus pandemic shut down Major League Baseball, the Astros were still the sport’s collective enemy for their 2017 sign-stealing scandal. Yankees reliever Adam Ottavino is
IMD revises forecast, southwest monsoon to hit Kerala on June 1
Most of the districts in Kerala have been getting rains with thunderstorm and gusty winds for the last few days.
Itogon's first COVID-19 patient a jail officer at NBP
Mayor Victor Palangdan of Itogon town in Benguet says the patient most probably contracted the disease in the New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa where he is assigned
Singapore-China to open essential travel corridor in early June
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore and China plan to reopen essential travel for business and official purposes between the two countries early next month, they said in a joint statement on Friday.
Excellent Deal: Apple iPhone 6s with 32GB Storage for Just $139
A fully unlocked and renewed Apple iPhone 6s smartphone is available for just $139, featuring 32GB of internal storage and Space Gray color.
Collapse of house highlights failure to remove slums in Puttenahalli lake
The house collapsed following heavy rain
Gary Neville makes big Leeds United & West Brom claim about Derby County restart
Derby County news: Manchester United legend has been discussing the Premier League's plans to restart the season and what it means for clubs in the Championship
MP criticised for taking maternity leave
Siobhan Baillie has been receiving ‘unpleasant’ emails after taking four weeks maternity leave.
With 4,706 Covid-19 deaths, India surpasses China in total fatalities
India has now overtaken Turkey as the ninth worst-hit country in terms of total number of cases.
Dueling models: One says Florida’s COVID-19 peak has passed, another says worst to come
Florida could see nearly 8,000 COVID-19 deaths by September, including more than 2,000 in August, according to a “cumulative death forecast” by an independent model that is among 16 aggregated by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Brendan Rodgers reveals coronavirus struggle as former Celtic boss makes Mount Kilimanjaro comparison
The Leicester City manager was diagnosed with Covid-19 in March.
The man leading the fight for Australia's second airline
Virgin Australia has been the highest-profile victim of COVID-19. And its collapse has thrown the formerly under-the-radar Vaughan Strawbridge into the spotlight.
It Looks as If American Airlines Stock Is Set for a Big Return Next Year
American Airlines Will Fly with lower capacity but first must wait for passenger traffic levels increasing
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey: 'Trump Knows Nothing About Strength' of My City
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey lashed out at President Trump for criticizing his handling of the riots in his city after George Floyd's death.
If we must have a pay freeze, spare front-line jobs dominated by underpaid women
Any halt to pubic sector pay rises in NSW needs to be short-lived, and the way to recovery must account for the glaring gender pay gap.
NRL keeps Origin, grand final exclusivity up sleeve for next TV deal
The NRL has kept an ace up its sleeve as it prepares to return to the negotiation table with Nine in the next 18 months.
India ninth on global Covid-19 list, overtakes China on death count
India added 7,466 cases, a record number in a single day, according to data shared on Friday morning. China has confirmed 84,106 infections and 4,638 deaths from Covid-19 so far
105 new COVID-19 cases, 1 death reported in Clark County
Clark County reported 105 new cases of COVID-19 and one additional death over the preceding day, according to data posted Friday by the Southern Nevada Health District.
Joshua Wong: Hong Kong Cannot Prosper Without Autonomy
The prosperity of Hong Kong is based on its autonomy, not Beijing’s dictatorship, writes Hong Kong activists Joshua Wong and Glacier Kwong.
Long-distance runner Kiranjeet Kaur banned for 4 years by World Athletics' anti-doping body
More sports News: Long-distance runner Kiranjeet Kaur, who won the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K among the Indians last year, has been handed a four-year ban by World Athletic
Coronavirus latest: Women's Tour to go virtual following race cancellation
Organisers will fill the void with three virtual stages between June 17 and 19 using the RGT Cycling virtual platform.
Three wounded in shootout in Kiev suburb, 20 detained
KIEV (Reuters) - Dozens of people, some armed with what appeared to be hunting rifles, clashed in broad daylight on Friday in a residential suburb outside the capital Kiev, and at least three people were wounded, according to officials.
President Mnangagwa’s Son Collins Speaks On Corruption Allegations Over US$1m Covid-19 Scandal
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's son, Collins Mnangagwa speaks on corruption allegations denying that he is part of the company which pocketed almost US$1 m
Another $650M in COVID-19 aid bound for Indigenous communities, Miller says
OTTAWA — Federal Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller says the federal government will spend another $650 million to help Indigenous communities cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gyms in Kamloops, Okanagan adjusting to new normal; others never will
Some gyms in the Thompson-Okanagan are already filled with the sound of clanking weights and the hum of cardio machines, while some are still working out ho
Singapore to set up 'travel bubbles' with countries where COVID-19 is under control; cases reach 33,860
Singapore is planning to establish
Lockdown extension? HM Amit Shah meets PM Modi; briefs on CMs views on lockdown 5.0
During the meeting, Shah briefed Modi about the suggestions and the feedback he received from the chief ministers during his telephonic conversations on Thursday, a government official said.
Threshold are calling for an immediate extension on the ban of evictions and rent increases
Threshold, an Irish housing charity, has today called for an extension on the ban currently in place on evictions and rent increases, which is due to...
Burundi first lady hospitalised in Nairobi: government sources
Burundi's first lady was in hospital in Nairobi on Friday, after being flown in on a late-night medical flight, according to sources at the airport and in the presidency. First lady Denise Bucumi was flown out of Burundi on a Pilatus plane by the AMREF air ambulance service, according to a source
Government to reopen primary and secondary schools at the end of August
It may not be possible for all students to attend class every day, Varadkar said today.
Twitter finally lets you schedule tweets
Twitter has updated its desktop app, granting web-users the ability to schedule tweets natively. Previously, users had to resort to more powerful tools like Tweetdeck.
Michelin-starred takeout: Guy Savoy turns to lockdown deliveries
PARIS – It’s not your typical takeout menu, even in Paris: Raw trout in a sour cream followed by quail confit with a cauliflower and almond sauce. Then again, in normal times, three-Michelin-starred chef Guy Savoy doesn’t do delivery. One of the...
Bald eagle nest spotted in Cape Cod for first time in 115 years
Bald eagle numbers in Massachusetts have soared so far in 2020, according to state wildlife officials. They described the ascension as “a dramatic uptick,” with more than 70 active nests located
Crep Protect Releases Video to Spread Social Distancing Message
Filmed on the empty streets of London.
Taliban kill 14 Afghan forces days after Eid truce
Taliban yet to officially extend or end cease-fire, resume key talks with government for prisoners' swap
Meghan Markle Is Helping an Animal Welfare Charity Financially Struggling amid the Pandemic
The duchess has been in conversation with her patronage Mayhew, an organization dedicated to keeping homeless individuals and their beloved emotional support dogs together.
Belgian Jews fear the scaling back of counter-terror patrols
Belgium is considering winding down soldiers' counter-terror patrols. At the height of the terror threat, thousands of soldiers paced the streets. Authorities are weighing up the cost of such security measures against the concerns over future threats.
Southwest Is a Much Better Pick Now Than American Airlines Stock
Investors looking to play the rebound in airline stocks should pass up AAL stock because the firm's shaky finances will hurt its recovery.
How to cancel HBO Max
If you're looking to cancel your HBO Max account, here's how to do it on PC, the app and through your TV/broadband
No further action over death of railway worker following police inquiries
Detectives have concluded there is no evidence to substantiate any criminal offences having taken place over the death of Belly Mujinga, said BTP.
Donald Trump escalates Twitter feud by cross-posting blocked message
Trump has been fighting with Twitter all week.
Federal government extends ban on large cruise ships operating in Canadian waters until end of October
In March the government barred ships with more than 500 passengers until July 1
Hansi Flick wants Bayern Munich to maintain momentum as they face Dusseldorf
The perennial German champions are on course for an eighth successive league title.
Twitter flags and hides Trump's tweet that 'glorified violence'
Twitter has, for the first time, flagged and hidden a tweet by United States President Donald Trump, saying he violated Twitter's rules about glorifying violence.
EU regulator wants more data on malaria drug's use for COVID-19
(Reuters) - Healthcare professionals should closely monitor COVID-19 patients receiving malaria drug hydroxychloroquine for serious side effects, the European health regulator said on Friday, stressing the need for in-depth clinical data on benefits and risks.
Loose Women viewers in shock as Nadia Sawalha calls her friend fat live on air
The ladies were debating how honest to be with your friends
Work at Backwell Croassroads on A370 to begin on Monday
The work to upgrade Backwell traffic lights is expected to take two weeks and cause delays for those using the A370
Nissan settles dispute with Tamil Nadu government over unpaid dues of Rs 5000 crore: Report
The Japanese auto major was to receive between Rs 1400 crore (USD 185 million) and Rs 1800 crore (USD 238 million) as per the settlement, said the report.
Clinton calls out Trump for threatening 'shooting' in Minneapolis: 'That is so wrong'
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Friday blasted President Trump for his comments warning that he would send the military to Minneapolis and that “when the looting starts, the shooting
'This is a disaster': Right-wing militia group calls on Trump to retract tweet on Minneapolis protests
The Oath Keepers said President Trump went too far with his tweets about the protests in Minneapolis over George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody.
US consumer spending sinks by record 13.6% in face of virus
WASHINGTON — U.S. consumer spending plunged by a record-shattering 13.6% in April as the viral pandemic shuttered businesses, forced millions of layoffs and sent the economy into a deep recession.
Communities show support during final Clap For Carers
People across the country marked the final weekly Clap for Carers.
Capitalist Hong Kong survives but freedoms take flight
While new national security laws threaten Hong Kong's autonomy and make the financial centre more risky, investors say business will remain the city's life blood.
Over 60,000 Leaving Cert students register on calculated grades portal after exams are cancelled
Students have the option of Calculated Grades which they can use to progress higher education or to work but will also be allowed to sit the exams at a later stage in the year if they choose
CBSE student? Beware of fake calls promising increase in exam marks
The board, in a statement, said that it has come to its notice that people impersonating as CBSE officials are calling students making false claims.
Cause of blaze that destroyed school in Long Eaton revealed by fire service
Two firefighters injured in the line of duty are recovering at home
China faces mounting pressure over Hong Kong security law
China faced growing international pressure Friday over its move to impose a security law on Hong Kong that critics say will destroy the city's ...
West Bengal allows places of worship to open from June 1; public, private employees to join work from June 8
All offices in private and public sector will also be allowed to operate with a 100 per cent strength from June 1, the chief minister said, adding that social distancing has to be followed in all cases.
Report: Darren Till vs. Robert Whittaker targeted for UFC event in July
A middleweight fight between Darren Till and Robert Whittaker has been rebooked.
Donald Trump and Twitter duel over president’s vow to crack down in Minneapolis
The president had suggested looters might be shot in violence sparked by the death of a black man who was being subdued by police.
Grants for charities helping children hit by coronavirus
Two county charities have received grants of £2,500.
Google Chrome is getting a new feature that blocks misleading and intrusive website notifications
Google is cracking down on websites that send misleading notifications designed to trick users or spread malware.
If we must have a pay freeze, spare front-line jobs dominated by underpaid women
Any halt to pubic sector pay rises in NSW needs to be short-lived, and the way to recovery must account for the glaring gender pay gap.
Dentists warn of delays to reopening surgeries after surprise statement
Don’t expect to be back in the dentist’s chair on Monday week - that was the blunt warning from local surgeries after the government announced dental services could restart from June 8.
Dare is a thoroughbred professional, fine public officer, says Agba
Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Prince Clem Ikanade Agba, says the Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Mr Sunday Dare, is a thoroughbred professional, fine public officer and decent politician.
Republicans put onus back on Democrats as they lay out convention contingency plan
Republicans haven't listed wearing masks as one of the protocols they're willing to implement in order to hold their nominating convention safely and have put pressure back on Democrats over the event.
Emerging trends in warehousing segment post Covid-19 lockdown
At a time when the Indian real estate industry has been facing headwinds on account of a difficult residential market, the warehousing property segment has emerged as a promising investment opportunity for institutional investors.
FG asks India to account for Nigerian ‘beaten to death’
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has asked the Indian authorities to account for the death of one of its citizens in the Asian country.On Thu
Hansi Flick wants Bayern Munich to maintain momentum as they face Dusseldorf
The perennial German champions are on course for an eighth successive league title.
Govt plan new deal with private hospitals before second wave of coronavirus
The government will seek to negotiate a new deal with private hospitals from the end of June.
Garneau says still no black boxes from Iran in January shootdown of airliner
Canada and four other countries are still trying to pressure Iran to release the flight recorders from its Jan. 8 shootdown of a Ukrainian passenger plane, Transport Minister Marc Garneau said Friday.
Jurgen Klopp lifts the lid on the hidden agreement he makes with Liverpool transfers
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp plays a prominent role on deciding who comes and goes at Anfield, and ensures every target is throughly scouted before being signed
Japan Netflix star's death sparks calls for cyberbullying rules
The death of a young Japanese reality TV star targeted by online abuse has sparked an outpouring of grief in the country and calls for stronger measures to tackle cyberbullying.
‘Good leaders do not plan for the next elections; they plan for the next generations’- Gov Emmanuel
Akwa Ibom state governor Mr. Udom Emmanuel has called on citizens of the state to involve themselves in constructive criticism, instead of intentionally manufacturing falsehood and slanderous articles.
After Donald Trump silenced, Twitter and White House now fighting tweet war in full public display
After Twitter hid one of the tweets made by Donald Trump behind a public notice, the official White House account is now tweeting the same tweet and is trolling Twitter.
BATSA taking government to court again over cigarettes sales ban under level 3
British American Tobacco SA (BATSA) is heading to court again to challenge government’s not to lift the ban on the sale of tobacco products under level 3 of the Covid-19 coronavirus regulations.
What lessons can Canadian educators learn from Swedish schools?
The Scandinavian country kept primary schools open during the pandemic, but didn’t track COVID-19 cases among students and staff
The End of Hong Kong?
The 1997 handover of Hong Kong from Britain to the People’s Republic of China marked the end of Western colonial rule in the region. Optimistic Western policy hands hoped that the final mending of the “unequal treaties,” as they were called by the Chinese Communist Party, would initiate Beijing’s integration
'I am angry': New Brunswick premier says COVID-19 setback is a wake-up call
In an interview with CTV Atlantic anchor Steve Murphy, New Brunswick premier Blaine Higgs says he feels angry about the province's recent setback, and says it is a wake-up call for all New Brunswick residents.
Logging in Hulu Muda threatens water supplies for three states, says Penang Water Supply Corporation
GEORGE TOWN, May 29 — The proposed reopening of logging concessions in Ulu Muda, Kedah, announced by Mentri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, is seen as leading to more deforestation activities in the most important water catchment area in the northern area in the future. Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau...
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD at yesterday’s high [Video]
The outlook for gold remains on a knife edge. Following the rebound from $1693 on Wednesday the market has rallied back into the resistance around the
High Court victory puts keepers of secrets on notice
Australians have a right to know what happened in 1975 and to know what happens in our name today.
Rivers community reacts as NCDC orders shutdown for 21 days
The people of Asari-Toru Local Government Area, ASALGA received the directive of the Nigeria Centre For Disease Control,(NCDC) to shut down for 21 days following the sudden demise of the executive chairman of Area, Odiari Princewill, who was said to have died from coronavirus with mixed feeling.
Bulgarians Amongs the Citizens with the Biggest Financial Lost amid Pandemic
The citizens of Hungary, Bulgaria, Italy, Greece and Spain suffered biggest financial loss amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
ET View: Even before Covid, economy was slumping
The government needs to fix the banks and create a functional bond market. This alone can raise the rate of investment. Gross fixed capital formation as a share of GDP was down to 26% in Q4 of 2019-20, and 26.9% for the year as a whole. Without raising it by six percentage points of GDP, India cannot shed its low growth trap.
CNN crew covering racial unrest released after arrest
CNN said a producer and a camera operator working with Jimenez were also arrested. The crew was later released.
Cyclone Amphan: Shah Rukh Khan announces aid initiatives
Cyclone Amphan has claimed 98 lives in West Bengal
PDP Crisis: Members protest, shut party secretariat in Nasarawa
As crisis in the Nasarawa State Chapter of the PDP deepens, supporters and some members of the party Friday protested against the leadership.
VIDEO: Start Your Weekend Right by Watching a Classic Mini Battle an Alfa GTA
Check out this video of a classic Mini going absolutely mental around Goodwood while trying to chase down an Alfa Romeo GTA.
Sharks confirm signing of Bulls back Libbok
The Sharks have announced the signing of utility back Manie Libbok on a two-year deal.
Rochelle Humes shows off baby bump as she reaches milestone
Rochelle Humes is glowing is the beautiful picture
MEA: India firm in protecting sovereignity at border but also engaging with China
Reiterates border dispute is an internal matter between India and China.
Trump Once Again Says The Quiet Part Out Loud While Railing Against Mail-In Voting
Mail-in voting will be the “end of of great Republican Party,” President Trump tweeted late Thursday night, continuing his baseless...
We must create more jobs, not give extra money to public servants
Public sector pay rises in the middle of a global pandemic do not benefit the 8 million people of NSW, many of whom are suffering right now.
Dan Scavino Goes to War with Censors: 'Twitter Is Full of Shit'
White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications Dan Scavino fired back at Twitter for censoring a tweet from President Donald Trump.
'We volunteer because we love it': hard yards behind community sport's return
Community sporting clubs in NSW are allowed to train again - but many are still wading through reams of onerous guidelines and requirements before they actually can.
Twitter adds 'glorifying violence' warning to Trump tweet
WASHINGTON — Twitter has added a warning to one of President Donald Trump's tweets about protests in Minneapolis, saying it violated the platform's rules about “glorifying violence.
'Closer than we would like': Rep. Steve King faces tough primary challenge that is backed by GOP leaders
Iowa Republican Rep. Steve King will face off against four other primary candidates Tuesday night, and the embattled congressman confirms the poll numbers between him and his closest challenger are tight.
Virus ignited in US no earlier than mid-January, study says
That means anyone in the U.S. who thought they had the virus in December or early January probably had the flu, public health researchers said.
Cardi B hits back after troll claims daughter Kulture doesn't like her
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China rejects Trump's call to mediate on standoff with India
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COVID-19: HM Amit Shah meets PM Narendra Modi; briefs on CMs' views on lockdown
Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday discussed the next phase of lockdown with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where he shared the views of some chief ministers that lifting restrictions altogether at
Ontario records another day with more than 300 new COVID-19 cases
For a second straight day, Ontario has recorded more than 300 new cases of COVID-19 after reporting a dip in patients earlier this week.
BMW gives 5 Series more electric options
New plug-in 545e version is coming, plus mild hybrids for everyone
With New Vehicles on the Horizon, Ford Stock Is Back in Gear
Ford's Mustang Mach-E will give Tesla a run for its money, plus the Bronco and F-150 will get fans excited again
Retail inflation for industrial workers eases to 5.45% in April: Labour ministry data
Lauding the efforts of the Labour Bureau which collects and released Consumer Price Index-Industrial Workers (CPI-IW), Labour Minister Santosh Gangwar said the 'cost of living index' data collection and release by the bureau in these difficult times during the lockdown is commendable and would go a long way to help in policy making in the country.
Indonesia rolls out public shaming for virus violators
Police in western Bengkulu province have assembled a 40-person squad to find lockdown scofflaws and force them to wear placards with promises to wear masks and keep their distance from others in future.
Japan to restart football without spectators on July 4
TOKYO, May 29 — Professional football games in Japan will resume in early July without spectators in stadiums after a four-month suspension due to the coronavirus outbreak, the J-League said today. “We have decided to resume games on July 4” for the first division, league chairman Mitsuru...
BREAKING: KFC to reopen 200 restaurants - with 350 open for takeaways
The fast-food giant says it will bring the number of outlets that have reopened to 700 - but warned customers that things will look different, with staff set to serve them from behind plastic screens
Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers reveals he had coronavirus as ex-Swansea City, Liverpool and Celtic manager opens up on his suffering
Rodgers has spoken about the symptoms he experienced after testing positive for Covid-19
Brighton considering possibility of friendlies before Premier League restart
A provisional restart date of June 17 has been set amid the coronavirus pandemic.
PM, HM working on revised lockdown strategy
PM, HM working on revised lockdown strategy Prime Minister Narendra Modi and home minister Amit Shah are in a huddle as they deliberate over the strategy out of lockdown as its fourth phase draws to a close this week. The escalation in numbers might prove to be a big worry as the country reported 7,467 […]
Black CNN reporter arrested on air at protests over George Floyd killing
Journalist Omar Jimenez had just shown a protester being arrested when Minneapolis police officers surrounded him, without giving a reason
Driver runs over man at George Floyd demonstration in Denver
A driver in Denver appeared to intentionally hit a man protesting the death of George Floyd during a demonstration, disturbing video shows.
Colombia ELN rebels would back U.N. ceasefire, urge government to join
BOGOTA (Reuters) - Colombian rebel group the National Liberation Army (ELN) would be willing to participate in a global three-month ceasefire being discussed at the United Nations to contain the spread of coronavirus, the head of its negotiating team said.
Australia's back in business - but nothing is usual
As the lockdown lifts, pubs, restaurants, tourism operators and funeral homes are all changing the way they operate.
Aviation regulator says locusts a threat to flight ops, issues guidelines
India is battling the worst desert locust invasion in more than 21 years
Arrow Video Bringing Vin Diesel Creature Feature ‘Pitch Black’ to 4K Ultra HD This Summer!
Arrow Video breaks into the 4K Ultra HD arena with the upcoming release of Pitch Black, the horror/sci-fi movie from 2000 that introduced us to Vin Diesel‘s Richard B. Riddick. The character, a Furyan convict-turned-antihero monster-slayer, subsequently appeared in 2004’s The Chronicles of Riddick and 2013’s Riddick. A fourth film is currently in the works. […]
UK Sought 'New Entrants' in 5G Networks Amid Huawei Approval, US-China Trade Tensions - Downing Street
The news comes after unconfirmed reports in UK media cited anonymous sources in Whitehall, who said the government may phase out the Chinese tech giant's role in...
Devastating school blaze caused by building work, investigators believe
No children were on the premises at the time of the fire.
Government urged to act before more regional journalism jobs go
Communications Minister Paul Fletcher is under pressure to allow mergers between regional media companies as fears grow of more job losses.
MP insists social distancing was in place at veteran’s 100th birthday party
Kevan Jones, who represents North Durham, said only a small number of people were there and hands were sanitised as they entered.
CIMFR recruitment 2020: Apply for 23 posts for technical assistant, check details
CIMFR recruitment 2020: A total of 23 posts are on offer. The application process is on and interested and eligible candidates can apply till July 25 at the official website, cimfr.nic.in.
They made a mockery of our trust: why Britain is united in fury at the PM and his adviser
White-hot, palpable fury has spanned the political divide.
Redcape Hotel to reopen pubs as restrictions taper off
Listed pub group Redcape says its primed to reopen its doors on Monday, with new-look properties and changes to how it serves customers in the post-pandemic era.
Trump vows to get Minneapolis protesters ‘under control’
President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to take action to bring the city of Minneapolis “under control,” calling violent protesters outraged by the death of a black man in police cu...
Kerala: 62 more people, including two cabin crew of Air India, test positive for virus
A Gulf returnee succumbed to the virus, taking the total number of fatalities in the state to eight
German government fails to agree on green hydrogen strategy
BERLIN/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Germany’s government on Friday failed to agree on a national hydrogen (H2) strategy, with ministers divided over proposed capacity and implementation times for the long-awaited plan to help decarbonise the economy and cut carbon dioxide emissions.
PSNI to step up patrols over weekend as senior officer says R rate has increased
The PSNI are to increase their patrols at resorts, beauty spots and bus and rail stations over the weekend amid warnings that the R rate has risen.
Three wounded in shootout in Kiev suburb, 20 detained
Dozens of people, some armed with what appeared to be hunting rifles, clashed in broad daylight on Friday in a residential suburb outside the capital Kiev, and at least three people were wounded, according to officials. The violence, captured in amateur footage taken from surrounding apartment blocks
Experiment into fake online reviews shows how easy it is to be misled
Fake reviews experiment shows how shoppers are likely to buy poor goods
Walkers urged to keep off Dundee’s Caird Park Golf Course as it prepares to reopen
Walkers have been urged to keep off Caird Park Golf Course as it prepares to reopen after the coronavirus lockdown.
Ireland’s leading Olympic hope may retire unless government relax rules
Two-time world rowing champion Sanita Puspure fears her hopes of gold in Tokyo could be ruined by lockdown policies.
High Court victory puts keepers of secrets on notice
Australians have a right to know what happened in 1975 and to know what happens in our name today.
The new lockdown rules on sunbathing in parks or on beaches in Wales
The latest coronavirus guidelines on relaxing outdoors and in groups of how many
Devastating school blaze caused by building work, investigators believe
No children were on the premises at the time of the fire.
Tommy Smith departs Sunderland after only three months
Sunderland have confirmed defender Tommy Smith is leaving the club after his short-term deal expired
African Union chief condemns US police killing of George Floyd
The head of the African Union Commission has condemned the killing by police of an unarmed black man in the US state of Minnesota which has sparked protests across the country.
GBP/USD: New month, new falls amid a never ending Brexit story
GBP/USD cannot complain about the lack of volatility – albeit things are becoming more complex. The first week of June consists of top-tier US publica
Deadly crash blocks area of Signal Butte and Riggs roads
Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office responded early Friday morning to the area near Signal Butte and Riggs roads.
$350 USB stick claiming to block 5G is just a cheap thumbdrive
A $350 USB device claiming to block 5G radio signals is just a cheap unbranded thumbdrive, report security researchers. The makers of the “5GBioShield” claim their USB stick can block electrical wa…
India coronavirus death toll passes China's
India's coronavirus death toll passed neighbouring China's on Friday, with 175 new fatalities in 24 hours taking the total to 4,706, according to official data.
Hundreds of troops deployed as angry US anti-racism protests spread
Protests broke out in several cities across the country, including New York, where dozens of protesters were arrested; Phoenix, Memphis, and Denver.
Pakistan resumes int’l flight operations from Saturday
ISLAMABAD: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) on Friday announced that Pakistan will resume international flight operations from May 30 (Saturday).“As per decision of the federal government, th
Efforts still underway to get Iran to release black boxes from downed Ukrainian airliner: Garneau
Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 was hit by two Iranian missiles shortly after takeoff from Tehran airport, killing all 176 on board, including 55 Canadian citizens and 30 permanent residents
National team members to get discount but face allowance cut
The allowance reduction is a 'hard decision to make,' says Philippine Sports Commission chairman Butch Ramirez
Coronavirus: Rishi Sunak urged by MPs to extend self-employed help
A group of 113 MPs and a 100,000-strong petition warn ending a support scheme would cause hardship.
Identical twins who were former gang members quit, turn millionaires
Sam and Steve Nico Williams, a 38-year-old set of twins have dropped their gang lifestyle and focused on building their own business which has been successful
Man poisons father for causing misfortune
A Gokwe man poisoned his biological father after accusing of causing misfortunes in his life.Justine Chakauya (28) of Village 15A, Musadzi Village, Chireya in G...
RAF fire crews are scrambled as lockdown-flouting pilot makes bizarre 300-mile trip to Prince William's ex-Anglesey airbase when it was closed because he 'wanted a day at the beach'
EXCLUSIVE: His £4million aeroplane was surrounded by fire crews and military police as he touched down at RAF Valley in Anglesey on Bank Holiday Monday afternoon.
Urgent Need To Plug Information Gaps On Clinical Covid Infections
The lack of detail on the transmission of Covid-19 in clinical environments will send shudders through the health workforce, says the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists.
CBI initiates inquiry into financial affairs of Tablighi Jamaat over ‘dubious cash transactions’
Sources said a case has been registered on the basis of a complaint from the Foreigners Division of the Ministry of Home Affairs alleging that the organisation has violated Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA).
This robot vacuum and mop from Ecovacs is *checks notes* $250 off
Complete the whole floor cleaning process from an app.
NRL keeps Origin, grand final exclusivity up sleeve for next TV deal
The NRL has kept an ace up its sleeve as it prepares to return to the negotiation table with Nine in the next 18 months.
Franchise cricket's best buys for the coming season
Non-contact sports' resumption of training has brought with it a sense of anticipation for next season starting on time and franchise's have been busy reinforcing their squads.
Psychologist on Mental Health After Covid: Online Sessions ‘Equally as Effective’ as Face to Face
Prince William has stated that the mental health of NHS workers could be affected by the pressures brought on by the ongoing Coronavirus Pandemic.
Scots pensioner went for five days without food because she was scared to leave her flat during lockdown
Charity bosses have since stepped in and rescued the woman after she was found starving in her flat on the top floor of a tenement.
Police want Liverpool title clincher played at neutral venue
LONDON, May 29 — British Police want at least six Premier League matches and any Liverpool title clincher to be played at neutral venues when the season resumes in a bid to avoid supporters gathering outside stadiums. Premier League chiefs have set June 17 as the date for the top flight to...
Kaduna CAN suggests how to worship in Pandemic
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kaduna State Chapter has assured the state government that it has adopted
Twitter finally lets you schedule tweets
Twitter has updated its desktop app, granting web-users the ability to schedule tweets natively. Previously, users had to resort to more powerful tools like Tweetdeck.
Police chiefs across US condemn officers involved in George Floyd death
Some police officers have spoken out about the actions of their fellow officers involved in the death of Floyd.
TECNO’s Spark Talent Hunt is back, bigger and better
TECNO is bringing back a new edition of the Spark Talent Hunt and considering TECNO’s track record, it is going to be better and bigger than the last edition.
Global backlash after CNN reporter arrested live on air by US police
The UK Foreign Office said journalists ‘must be free to do their job’.
Harvest Moon: One World reveals box art, is headed to PS4 and Switch this fall
Publisher Natsume has confirmed that the next release in the charmin' farmin' Harvest Moon series will arrive on PS4 in North America this fall, alongside the previously announced Nintendo Switch release.Natsume confirmed the NA localisatio...
‘When the looting starts, the shooting starts’: Trump threatens to call military into Minneapolis
President Trump early Friday threatened to “get the job done right” to control the violent Minneapolis protests if the city’s mayor doesn’t “get his act...
Court rejects bid to revive permits for new oil and gas pipelines
A federal appeals court on Thursday turned down the Trump administration's request to revive a permit program for new oil and gas pipelines.
Coronavirus kills infant in Switzerland, say authorities
GENEVA, May 29 — An infant has died from the coronavirus in Switzerland, its first child fatality from the pandemic, authorities said today. Switzerland registered two new virus deaths in the past 24 hours, one of which was the infant, said Stefan Kuster, the new head of the country’s...
White House social media director: Twitter 'full of s---'
White House social media director Dan Scavino said Friday that Twitter was “full of shit” for warning that one of President Trump’s tweets violated the company’s policies by glorifying violence.
Bandits kill 15 in fresh Katsina attacks
Olaide Oyelude, Katsina. Fifteen people were reportedly killed in Faskari and Sabuwa local government areas of Katsina State in a deadly attack by bandits who stormed communities in the two counci...
US President Donald Trump threatens to repeal Section 230, US law protecting social media companies, after Twitter blocks his tweet for rule violation
US President Donald Trump has threatened to repeal Section 230, which provides protection to social media companies in America after Twitter blocked one of his tweets for rule violations.
40,000 migrants in Kozhikode waiting to return home
Six more special trains to be operated for stranded workers
LIVE:Trudeau to announce more funds to help remote Indigenous communities respond to COVID-19
This new funding is on top of the $305-million Indigenous Community Support Fund, which the federal government created in March to help First Nations, Inuit and Metis communities prepare for and cope with the pandemic
Spain govt okays basic income scheme to tackle poverty
Spain's leftwing government approved a minimum basic income scheme on Friday to tackle a spike in poverty stemming from the virus crisis that has forced many families to rely on food aid.
Lebanon has scant chance of getting IMF aid, Geagea says
BEIRUT: Lebanon has scant chance of securing badly needed aid from the International Monetary Fund as the government fails to enact reforms demanded by donors to address its financial crisis, opposition politician Samir Geagea said on Friday. “Unfortunately, (matters) are going from bad to worse,” he said. “It could, in my opinion, reach social unrest, and social violence.”
Emma Jaye Wonders If She’s In A ‘Nightmare Or Dream Come True’ In New Song ‘Overtime’
Emma Jaye just released a new song and it contains an easter egg for her grandmother 'Baby Jane' Holzer.
US floats plan to expel thousands of Chinese college students
In the latest sign of tensions between the United States and Beijing over trade, the coronavirus pandemic, human rights and the status of Hong Kong, the Trump administration may soon expel thousands of Chinese graduate students enrolled at universities in the US and impose other sanctions against Chinese officials.
Mental health, job opportunities among issues raised by youths in engagement sessions
SINGAPORE: Mental health, future job opportunities and environmental sustainability were among the issues in focus among youths who participated ...
Covid-19 could Lead to Loss of $ 8500 Billion in Global Output: Secretary General -
United Nations chief Antonio Guterres has warned that the Covid-19 pandemic may cause unimaginable catastrophe and may lead to severe
Mississippi mayor flouts calls to resign over Floyd comments
PETAL, Miss. — A Mississippi mayor who sparked outrage when he said he “didn’t see anything unreasonable” about the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody is resisting calls to resign, including from his own town's board of aldermen.
Millions of BN(O)s in Hong Kong could be eligible for UK citizenship
The Government estimates there are around 2.9 million BN(O)s currently in Hong Kong.
Report: 6 months in, Apple TV+ and Disney+ are both flying high
Apple TV+ and Disney+ are two of the newcomers to the streaming market but six months in they're doing great, according to a new report.
U.N. expert: Repatriation of North Korea workers delayed amid COVID-19
May 29 (UPI) -- A member of the United Nations Panel of Experts of the U.N. Security Council says North Korea may have delayed the repatriation of state-sanctioned guest workers from overseas.
Minneapolis erupts for third night as protests spread, Trump vows retaliation
Violent demonstrations erupted for a third night in Minneapolis on Thursday, as protesters — outraged over the death of an unarmed African American man in police custody — torched a city police
Govt will pay you up to Rs 4 lakh for your suggestions to improve Aarogya Setu app; details inside
The bug bounty program is open for anybody and everybody, including researchers and Aarogya Setu users, until June 26, 2020.
Get an intimate tour of Lisa Waup's artist studio on Instagram Live
In collaboration with the NGV, Indigenous artist Lisa Waup is opening up her studio for a virtual tour.
Brookfield open to working with other Virgin bidders
Brookfield is back in the Virgin race. A big weekend of negotiations loom, but only two bidders can be allowed to go past Monday.
Can't be part of anything we opposed in SC: NC's Masoodi on delimitation commission
In his first remarks after being named as a member of delimitation commission, National Conference Member of Parliament, Hasnain Masoodi on Friday said
Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game
WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.
Al Sharpton, Jesse Jackson call for murder charges against Minneapolis police officers
The Rev. Al Sharpton and the Rev. Jesse Jackson each traveled to Minneapolis on Thursday, where they called for four city police officers to face murder charges in the death of George Floyd, a black man who died this week while in police custody.
Fire sweeps through crowded Cameroonian prison
Firefighters backed up by police were able to contain the blaze and stop it spreading beyond New Bell jail, which sits in a densely populated neighbourhood of the commercial capital, close to the cent
Deadly drunk gets 17 years
A South Carolina man convicted of driving under the influence for a fourth time was sentenced to 17 years in prison in connection with a crash last year that left a 66-year-old man dead.
We'll All Be Renting a Local Airbnb This Summer
Yes, people are itching to travel, but their first holidays are likely to be close to home.
Man, 20, slashed in ambush linked to rivalry over woman
After telling his family that he was going out to buy drinks, a man went to meet his girlfriend's former boyfriend to resolve their differences. The meeting on Wednesday evening landed the 20-year-old in hospital with serious injuries after he was attacked by a group of...
Of the 13 pre-school staff who tested positive, 11 are old infections
Thirteen pre-school staff have tested positive for Covid-19 since active screening for that group began this month, said the Health Ministry yesterday. However, subsequent testing showed that 11 of these were old infections and the staff had recovered - meaning they were no...
Man charged with providing carpooling services during circuit breaker
A 53-year-old man was charged in court yesterday with providing carpooling services during the circuit breaker period. Ng Chiang Huat, a Singapore permanent resident, was slapped with three charges. On April 23, Ng allegedly left home without a reasonable excuse...
South Korea re-imposes some social restrictions to combat new virus cases
The new cases – mostly centered in the Seoul metropolitan area where half the South Korean population lives – prompts officials to strengthen social distancing rules that were eased on May 6
National cabinet to shift focus from fighting virus to rebooting economy
While the health response to the coronavirus pandemic continues , the prime minister is hoping to elevate a debate on boosting productivity.
Gymnastics: Biles 'praying for the best' with rescheduled Games
NEW YORK: Four-times Olympic champion Simone Biles said she was hopeful the rescheduled Tokyo Games will take place next year, amid concern over ...
Free access to e-newspapers via NLB extended until further notice
Readers who have been enjoying free access to electronic newspapers through the National Library Board (NLB) can continue to do so past the circuit breaker period. The free access for library patrons to the digital editions of eight Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) newspapers...
USDA’s SNAP Benefits Can Used In 25 States, DC To Buy Groceries From Amazon
SNAP benefits will now work for buying groceries on Amazon and other associated partners in up to 25 states.
Plan for stronger care homes lockdown to stop coronavirus spread 'was rejected'
A proposal put forward by Public Health England urging for a stronger lockdown of care homes was rejected by the Government, before 10,000 residents died of Covid-19
ICC allows Laurent Gbagbo to leave Belgium
Gbagbo and his deputy Charles Ble Goude were both cleared of crimes against humanity a year ago, eight years after the former West African strongman's arrest and transfer to the Hague-based court.
YouTube CEO responds to Trump order threatening web protections
The order calls for new regulations to limit liability protections enjoyed by social-media companies if they “engage in censoring or any political conduct.”
The end of Hong Kong?
Dissident Chinese artist Ai Weiwei believes a newly passed national security law for Hong Kong augurs the end for the semi-autonomous city.
India using public digital infra to achieve economic goals at home, connect globally: Jawed Ashraf
India's High Commissioner to Singapore Jawed Ashraf further noted that building digital connectivity and partnerships with Singapore and ASEAN countries, is a priority for India and highlighted how technology has been used effectively to achieve public policy goals in the country during COVID-19 disruptions.
Coronavirus: Migrant workers in India die on trains taking them home
PATNA, INDIA Nine Indian migrant workers travelling amid the coronavirus pandemic died on trains in recent days, including a mother whose toddler could be seen trying to wake her in a viral video, officials and media reported on Wednesday. The shocking deaths highlight the...
CM Amarinder Singh's Demand, Central Government should give 10-10 Thousand Rupees to the Poor -
Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Thursday demanded the Central Government to provide ten thousand rupees to the poor
A38 carriageway in Plymouth closed after car bursts into flames
Fire crews, police and Highways England Traffic Officers were called to blaze between Forder Valley and Manadon
Worley to provide EPC services for consumer-plastics-to-BTX plant in U.S.
Worley (North Sydney, Australia) will provide engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for Encina’s (Houston) consumer-plastics-to benzene
Big Campaign to Provide Employment to Migrant, CM Yogi's move Benefits more than 11 Lakhs -
Large populations have been affected by the prolonged lockdown in the country due to coronavirus infection. Among them also the
CVS is testing driverless vehicles in Houston for safe, socially distanced medical deliveries
Self-driving startup Nuro announced that it will deliver prescriptions autonomously to residents in parts of one Texas city. A boon for social distancing.
Australian domestic tourism and coronavirus pandemic: A unique travel opportunity is being ruined by border skirmishes
It’s often remarked that one of the principal differences between Americans and Australians is that the former prefer to see their country first and the latter elect to see their nation last.
Lockdown 5.0 in Maharashtra: Tough Rules Planned For Mumbai From June 1?
If reports are to be believed, the government will review the situation in upcoming days-- on the 29th or 30th May and a final call will be taken based on that assessment.
Lockdown woes: Bengal migrants travel with co-passenger's dead body for over 20 hours
The passengers sought help from Odisha police at two places but they were reportedly not entertained.
English Premier League season to restart on June 17, reports
The English Premier League season is set to restart on June 17, three months after it was suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic, British media reported yesterday. A spokesman for the EPL declined to comment as the meeting of 20 club officials was ongoing. The...
Coronavirus: FG asks hotels, schools to get ready for isolation of COVID-19 patients
Speaking at the briefing of the presidential task force on COVID-19 on Thursday, Osagie Ehanire, minister of health, asked schools and hotels to be prepared.
Taylor Swift Fans Blast A Food Chain For Taking A Sly Dig At Singer’s Songs; Swifties Scream 'No More Whoppers'
When a Twitter user took to Twitter to ask Burger King which was their favourite Taylor Swift song, their reply didn’t seem to go down well with Swifties
Oscar Sudi Rants Over Alleged Plot by Interior CS Matiang'i
We are no longer interested to serve in those positions. No one would want to serve a failed government...
Vande Bharat Phase II: MEA ropes in private airlines, opens land borders
The MEA spokesperson said as of today, 45,216 Indians have returned. These include 8,069 migrant workers, 7,656 students and 5,107 professionals
DC Appeals Court Dumps Lawsuit Claiming Multiple Tech Companies Are Engaged In An Anti-Conservative Conspiracy
Early last year, a federal court dumped a lawsuit filed by alt-right figureheads Laura Loomer and Freedom Watch (Larry Klayman's...
London buses to resume front door boarding
The process will be phased back in at the weekend.
Concern for Man Utd as risk of losing talented ace to Chelsea still high as he weighs up options
New £30,000-a-week deal on the table...
Stephen Mayne: Time for the Murdochs to sell out of News Corp
Rupert Murdoch needs to put up money to support Australian journalism, or be forced to sell the company, Stephen Mayne argues.
Capital Iron building part of 6.7 acres bought by Reliance; store to keep operating
Reliance Properties, which was behind the transformation of the Janion building on Store Street, has picked up nearly seven acres of downtown Victoria, including the site of the Capital Iron . . .
Farm wages doubled in many agricultural districts as migrants labourers returned home
Farmers are trying to lure migrants back by offering them rail tickets and other incentives. Many farmers in Punjab, Haryana, West Bengal, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are trying to mobilise local labourers to prepare nursery beds and sow paddy, which is a very labour-intensive task.
Multi-use trail touted for E&N line
Developing a multi-use trail along the length of the old E&N corridor would benefit cycling commuters, boost tourism and small business and cost far less than reviving a defunct rail service, . . .
Indonesia rolls out public shaming for virus violators
Indonesian officials are forcing social distancing violators to recite Koran verses, stay in
In three graphs: How bad is coronavirus pandemic in the US?
The coronavirus death toll in the United States has remained the highest in the world for nearly two months – and there is no sign it is slowing down.
Lionel Messi names his priority signing to ensure renewal at Barcelona
Messi names his priority signing for the summer in Barcelona. On the 26th of May, Borussia Dortmund faced Bayern Munich at the Signal Iduna Park and the cl...
Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
RENESSE, Netherlands — You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.
The London flat a raffle firm is STILL struggling to give away: East End property will now come with a £30k Land Rover - but ticket sales are still way off target
A property raffle has added a £30,000 car to its original prize pot of a £500,000 London flat in a bid to tempt more customers to purchase tickets.
London buses to resume front door boarding
The process will be phased back in at the weekend.
‘Dad trained mom well’ Riddhima Kapoor Sahni says as Neetu Kapoor beats her in two scrabble games
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni is making the most of her time bonding with mom Neetu Kapoor in their Mumbai residence.
Lagos BRT increases fares by 50%
Samson Folarin Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Primero Transport Services Limited, operators of the Bus Rapid Transport, have said fares will increase by about 50 per cent. The compan...
This is the face of a man who spat at an ambulance worker during pandemic
He spat in the woman's face when she was just trying to help him
Rising US job losses stoke fears of lasting economic damage amid pandemic
The numbers are extraordinarily high by historical standards, economists have warned.
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
WASHINGTON, May 29 — The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said yesterday, ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump. Trump earlier said that he will hold a press conference today about China amid...
The Govt Just Axed Its Fucked Robodebt Scheme & Is Now Refunding A Casual $721 Million
The Australian Federal Government has today announced that they will refund the $721 million worth of funds recouped by the robodebt scheme.
Donald Trump signs executive order targeting Twitter after fact-checking row
Donald Trump has signed an executive order targeting Twitter, after the US President was embodied in a fact-checking row with the social media company. US president, Donald Trump threatened to close down social media platforms, a
EastEnders trailer hints at secrets, lies and death in special episode
The new EastEnders trailer has hinted secrets and lies will be unveiled as well as a potential death in next week's special episode.
‘Bubbles’ of eight children as schools reopen for some year groups from 8 June
JERSEY’S schools will begin a phased process of reopening from Monday 8 June, but there will be no sanctions for parents who do not allow their children to return.
Long-term care's crisis
Conditions in long-term care are breaking the people who staff nursing and retirement homes, leading to worse care for the vulnerable seniors who live there, the head of the Canadian Support Workers Association said.
Firms must pay 20 per cent of wages for furloughed staff from August, Rishi Sunak will say today as he starts to wind down massive bailout despite fears of a wave of redundancies
Chancellor Rishi Sunak will declare that businesses should start taking some of the burden despite fears of a wave of redundancies.
Registrar hacked court computer to create fake intervention order
A judicial registrar hacked into a court's computer system and created a false intervention order against a friend's ex-partner, and entered a magistrate's identification to have it issued.
15 bikers arrested over illegal race along Marina South Drive
The police have arrested 15 motorcyclists over their alleged involvement in dangerous riding and illegal racing. On Monday, the police were alerted to an illegal race believed to have taken place along Marina South Drive around 1.25am the previous day. The 15 men,...
Mother of Louisville police shooting victim calls for peace
Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency medical tech, was shot eight times on March 13 after Louisville narcotics detectives knocked down the front door. No drugs were found in the home.
US coronavirus death toll passes 100,000
WASHINGTON The United States has now recorded more than 100,000 coronavirus-related deaths, Johns Hopkins University reported on Wednesday - a sombre milestone and by far the highest total in the world. The country reported its first death about three months...
Flag Day: Dapitan’s Rizal museum raises banner for COVID-19 frontliners
‘This year, our display of flags takes on a greater meaning,’ says the Museo ni Rizal-Dapitan, echoing the National Historical Commission of the Philippines
Obituary: Nagasaki survivor loved life — and won our hearts
Rudi Hoenson had every reason to be an angry man. Taken prisoner as an 18-year-old Dutch soldier in what is now Indonesia, he spent the last 3 1/2 years of the Second World War in slave labour in . . .
Poland: NBP surprising cut leaves room for the zloty to weaken – TDS
The NBP has again surprised the consensus by cutting rates by 40bps to 0.1%, economists at TD Securities apprise. EUR/PLN trades at 4.4563 after risin
Mother of Louisville police shooting victim calls for peace
Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency medical tech, was shot eight times on March 13 after Louisville narcotics detectives knocked down the front door. No drugs were found in the home.
People Are Livid At The YouTuber Who Secretly ‘Rehomed’ Her Adopted Son With Autism
Myka Stauffer is in hot water after she released a video revealing that she secretly rehomed her adopted son with autism that she had built her brand on.
Ponmagal Vandhal Movie Review: Jyotika’s film encourages rape survivors to speak up
Debutant director JJ Fredrick’s Ponmagal Vandhal starring Jyotika delivers a strong message about the judicial system, sexual abuse and the trauma that survivors go through. Apart from a few flaws in the screenplay, the film touches upon a sensitive topic that the country doesn’t quite pay heed to.
Former Union Minister and media baron MP Veerendra Kumar passes away
He served as union minister of state in the HD Deve Gowda and I.K Gujral governments.
Coronavirus: Chaos, protests at Delhi-Gurugram border after Haryana government seals it
Several commuters, mostly on cycles, lodged protests after some of the cars were reportedly allowed to pass through the barricades unchecked.
Spraying neem oil on standing crops to be effective in eliminating locust attack
As parts of Maharashtra and other states face attacks from locusts, which destroy crops and vegetation, an agriculture university has suggested a slew of measures like destroying their eggs and spraying neem oil on crops to tackle threat from the migratory pests.
No talks between Modi-Trump on border row with China: Govt sources
The clarification came after Trump said that he spoke to Modi over India's ongoing border row with China in Eastern Ladakh
'I thought armed robbers were going to rape me in front of my young daughters'
Stacey Tomlinson has spoken for the first time about her 'unimaginable trauma'
'A world of uncertainty': Waratahs sweat on revised broadcast deal as changes loom
Until Rugby Australia can provide greater clarity on a new broadcast deal with Fox Sports, the Waratahs and other franchises will remain in limbo.
Trump Says He Spoke to Modi About China Tensions. India Says No.
Did U.S. President Donald Trump speak with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the phone to discuss the South Asian nation’s border tensions with China?
Amid Surge in Coronavirus-related Death Toll, Delhi Govt Permits Use of Wood For Cremation of COVID-19 Patients
Further, directions have issued regarding providing protective personal equipment (PPE) kits to civic staff working at cremation ghats.
Bill Clinton rebuffs claims he partied with Epstein on the billionaire’s ‘Pedophile Island’
Bill Clinton has shot down claims he visited Jeffrey Epstein's notorious 'Pedophile Island', as new documentary names him and Prince Andrew
London buses to resume front door boarding
The process will be phased back in at the weekend.
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:Suicide concernsHealth workers in Japan are worried the economic shock caused by the coronavirus pandemic will see a return to the 14 dark years from 1998 when more than 30,000 people killed themselves annually.
Premier League clubs preparing for swap deal transfer market as big fees snubbed
PLUS: Two Arsenal players among stars on special MTV Cribs series; EFL League One vote hangs on a knife edge; and Barcelona star rejects Juventus switch
Delhi University admissions likely to start on June 8
In a first, the entire admission process including applications and document verification will be entirely online
China approves national security law for Hong Kong
HONG KONG/BEIJING China's Parliament approved a decision yesterday to go forward with national security legislation for Hong Kong that democracy activists in the city and Western countries fear could erode its freedoms and jeopardise its role as a global financial...
MAPPED | SA’s 14 Covid-19 hotspots – and the areas emerging as new hotspots
The number of Covid-19 hotspots has risen to 14, as seven new districts have shown higher numbers of coronavirus cases, leading to them being reclassified by the Department of Health.
'A world of uncertainty': Waratahs sweat on revised broadcast deal as changes loom
Until Rugby Australia can provide greater clarity on a new broadcast deal with Fox Sports, the Waratahs and other franchises will remain in limbo.
Flagged Tweets: Trump signs executive order targeting social media
President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally dubi...
PUBG Mobile: How is KD calculated in PUBG?
In its most recent update, a new system of calculating K/D has been introduced in PUBG Mobile.
Forget imaginary conversations with Modi, Trump didn't even know India-China share a border
On Friday morning, US President Donald Trump claimed to have had conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Indo-China border issue.
This is what the plan was, spread coronavirus in the whole world: Harbhajan Singh lashes out at China
Veteran India spinner Harbhajan Singh lashed out at China for spreading coronavirus in the world and called them power hungry in his latest social media post.
Ancient Mass Extinction Tied To Ozone Loss, Warming Climate
Iwastheone shares a report from Science Magazine: The end of the Devonian period, 359 million years ago, was an eventful time: Fish were inching out of the ocean, and fernlike forests were advancing on land. The world was recovering from a mass extinction 12 million years earlier, but the climate w...
People can meet family and friends as lockdown eases in Scotland
Some non-contact outdoor leisure activities such as golf, tennis, bowls and fishing are also resuming.
Surgeon suspended for not giving patient sufficient medical leave
An orthopaedic surgeon has been suspended for eight months for not giving a patient sufficient medical leave. Dr Kevin Yip Man Hing, who practises at Singapore Sports and Orthopaedic Clinic in Gleneagles Medical Centre, was suspended last year for a similar infraction -...
Peter Siddle ends 15-year stint with Victoria, signs up with Tasmanian Tigers
Siddle, who bid adieu to international cricket in December last year after snaring 221 wickets in 67 Tests, said he would look to
Police precinct in flames in US protest over death of black man
Sympathy protests also erupted in other cities
Gaffe: Red faces in MHA as whiskey photo uploaded on it's official Facebook page
The other photographs showed NDRF men in orange gear removing an uprooted tree in Deulpur area of Howrah.
Shohei Ohtani quickly attracts big following on Instagram
Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani made a splash on social media Thursday with the launch of an official Instagram account, instantly gaining a large number
Trump signs order seeking to strip social media freedom
The move comes a day after Twitter labelled two of his tweets with fact-check notices, calling them misleading
Islamic prayers to be held at Hagia Sophia to commemorate the Fall of Constantinople
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Thursday in a statement published on state-run Anadolu news agency, that Islamic prayers and recitals will be
Twitter hides Donald Trump's tweet about George Floyd riots for 'glorifying violence'
Twitter hid Donald Trump's tweet, which borrowed a threat from a police chief who pledged a violent reprisal on black people, because he 'glorified violence' when he commented on riots sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis
Mum's desperate plea to catch man who raped her young daughter
Her mum said she 'cannot understand how someone would take advantage of a young girl with learning difficulties.'
People can meet family and friends as lockdown eases in Scotland
Some non-contact outdoor leisure activities such as golf, tennis, bowls and fishing are also resuming.
Chelsea have signed their own Bruno Fernandes
Hakim Ziyech is set to arrive at Chelsea from Ajax this summer and there are parallels to Bruno Fernandes' arrival at Man Utd
On this day in sport: Man Utd win first European Cup, Halladay's perfect game
May 29 is a meaningful date in Manchester United's illustrious history, as well as being a memorable one for Roy Halladay and John Stockton.
Aston Villa's maverick duo of Jack Grealish & John McGinn hold key to Project Restart success
Aston Villa opinion | Things may seem bleak, but AVFC have a one-two punch that most cannot match
At least 7 shot, 1 critically, during Breonna Taylor protest in Louisville
At least seven people were shot, one critically, in Louisville, Ky. Thursday night during a protest over the fatal police shooting of a black woman in her home in March, the Louisville Metro Police confirmed.
Japan's disaster plan revised in light of coronavirus and typhoons
The government's revisions address the reality of the virus, as well as the damage caused by typhoons Faxai and Hagibis last year.
Ruling on plea of sugar mill owned by Sharifs reserved
The plea pertains to the SECP's non registration of the mill's shares.
Ben Te’o looms as Broncos saviour with starting back row on the sidelines
Ben Te’o looms as the answer to Brisbane’s backrower shortage after captain Alex Glenn was the latest to fall following a nasty leg injury in Thursday’s heavy NRL loss to Parramatta.
Michigan State University Network Breached In Ransomware Attack
Netwalker ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operators have reportedly breached Michigan State University's network, threatening to leak private files to the public if they don't pay a ransom in time. BleepingComputer reports: A countdown timer on the attacker's website shows that the university has ab...
Rachel Lindsay Says She Doesn’t Think Hannah Brown Will Change After N-Word Scandal – Here’s Why!
Hannah Brown has been in hot water over singing the N-word during an IG Live session and continues to receive criticism even after she apologized and
Heysel - New generations must wonder how this happened in name of football
It's 35 years today since one of the blackest days in Liverpool history A version of this article was first published in 2015
“I cut myself off from Mumbai to write peacefully here,” says Ali Abbas Zafar who is spending lockdown at his dream home in Dehradun
Bollywood celebrities are spending lockdown at different destinations, while few are stuck in Mumbau, others have managed to travel out of the city. ‘
This video shows a fan remaster of the classic Diablo 2 game in Unreal Engine 4
YouTuber 'Upside Down' is currently working on a fan remaster of Diablo 2 in Unreal Engine 4.
Employers slam Victorian Premier's office lockdown
Daniel Andrews has banned workers from returning to offices until at least July.
Man accused of cheating firm of $900,000 in Covid-19-related scam
A man suspected of defrauding an overseas distribution firm of more than US$646,000 (S$917,000) was charged yesterday with one count of cheating, in one of the biggest scams related to the Covid-19 outbreak here. On April 30, Singaporean Chee Jian Rong allegedly duped Mr...
Jobless students stranded in Australia turn to handouts
MELBOURNE, May 31 — Australia wooed hundreds of thousands of international students to its shores with the promise of a first-class education and fun-kissed adventure, but the coronavirus crisis has left many jobless and depending on food handouts. Each day up to 100 students from Asia, Latin...
Transfer News: Manchester United to rival Real Madrid in Eduardo Camavinga chase
Manchester United have reportedly joined Real Madrid in the race to sign Eduardo Camavinga. Where is the highly rated French midfielder's next... #EduardoCamavinga #ManchesterUnited #RealMadrid
The government has announced it will refund $721 million it claimed as part of its unlawful 'robodebt' scheme
The federal government has announced it will scrap its controversial ‘robodebt’ scheme, which attempted to automatically claw back alleged overpayments to social security recipients, and will refund $721 million to those who already paid.
Top 5 films: what's new in streaming
No lover of movies ought to miss these five classics.
Car Spins Out Of Control And Hits Police Officer Who Was Directing Traffic On Jalan Kuching
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Fugitive killer’s dad placed on peace bond
The father of fugitive killer Bryer Schmegelsky has been placed on a 12-month peace bond after pleading guilty to sending harassing and threatening emails to a deputy minister in the provincial . . .
Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game
WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.
Car used in foiled Pulwama attack was owned by Hizb militant: police
The vehicle belonged to Hidayatullah Malik, an active Hizb-ul Mujahideen militant, from Shopian's Sharatpora.
Weekly Sentiment Indicators Improving
33.07% of respondents in AAII's weekly sentiment survey reported as bullish this week, up from 29% last week. After the 1.17-percentage point decline to 42.13%
Google Sodar uses augmented reality to help enforce social distancing
By drawing a virtual arc with a two-meter radius using augmented reality, Sodar is a web app created by Google to help enforce social distancing. It runs only on Android devices via Google Chrome.
The great Gadsby makes America grate again
In her new show Douglas, comedian Hannah Gadsby challenges the audience to unpack their own prejudices.
Watford captain Troy Deeney says his family were abused online after decision to not return to training
Watford captain Troy Deeney said his family have suffered personal and online abuse, after his decision not to return to training last week. Deeney, 31, has declined to take part in the resumption of training, after the stoppage due to the Covid-19 pandemic, citing his...
Car ploughs into George Floyd protesters on third night of unrest across America
The driver can be seen ramming his car towards crowds protesting in Denver after footage emerged showing George Floyd, 46, gasping for breath as white officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for several minutes
Google sends 1755 warnings to accounts targeted by state-backed attackers
WHO spoofs surge during coronavirus outbreak.
Claims about re-allocation of Niger Delta resources to northeast are false - CNDC
The CNDC in a statement signed by its convener, Ebiowei ThankGod on Thursday, May 28, said the allegation is an attempt by mischief makers to demean NSA Monguno
Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police
MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.
Phase 2 before end-June if Singaporeans act responsibly: Wong
Social gatherings, restaurant dining and retail therapy at the malls may become a reality again in less than a month, if Singaporeans play their part by being vigilant and staying socially responsible. At a press conference yesterday, the multi-ministry task force said...
Renault announces nearly 15,000 job losses worldwide
Renault has announced nearly 15,000 job losses worldwide, including 4,600 in France in a €2 billion cost-cutting plan over three years.
The great Gadsby makes America grate again
In her new show Douglas, comedian Hannah Gadsby challenges the audience to unpack their own prejudices.
Rumour Has It: Barca and Madrid to battle for Napoli's Fabian, Inter target Lacazette
LaLiga's two powerhouse clubs are reportedly going head-to-head for Fabian Ruiz.
Police: Tulane football player arrested after punching girl
ZACHARY, La. (AP) — A fight at a Waffle House in Louisiana landed a Tulane University football player in jail and a teenage girl in a hospital, police said. Zachary...
Emmerdale's Eden Taylor-Draper reveals backlash ahead for Belle as her affair with Jamie is exposed
Andrea has actually known for a while about Jamie's affair
Fans go gaga over Varun Dhawan's shirtless throwback post; call him 'Hot chocolate'
Varun Dhawan has been raising awareness about the pandemic and urging his fans to stay indoors. Not only that but the talented actor has also come out
N'Golo Kante returns to Chelsea training alone amid coronavirus fears
N'Golo Kante is back training with Chelsea after being granted time at home due to fears over coronavirus as teams gear up for the Premier League's return
Virus tolls surge in Americas as Europe reopens
The death toll from the coronavirus has spiked again in the United States, and Latin America's pandemic crisis deepened, as Europe's reopening from lockdown continued.
COVID-19: AMCON seeks aviation sector bailout - Premium Times Nigeria
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has asked the federal government to bailout the aviation sector...........
Inside a COVID-19 hospital in India, doctors see no end in sight
(This May 28 story, adds dropped word “Smart” in paragraph 4 and corrects designation in paragraph 12 to nurse, not doctor)
Haryana CM Khattar calls paddy order an advisory, Congress asks him to apologise to farmers
Although sensing the mood of farmers, the government had relaxed the conditions two days back, it still won’t allow paddy cultivation on panchayat land which is normally hired by small and marginal farmers.
WTI struggles to cheer USD weakness, drops 1.40% in Asia
WTI seesaws around $33.35/40 during the early Friday’s trading session. The energy benchmark seems to fail in cheering the US dollar weakness amid fea
Triple murder case: High drama outside Tejashwi Yadav’s home as police say no to Gopalganj visit
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav left his Patna residence on Friday to meet kin of victims in Gopalganj case. The RJD leader was, however, stopped by the police for violating lockdown.
New Google tool helps you enforce social distancing with your camera
Google has launched a new experimental web-app dubbed Sodar that uses augmented reality to help you enforce social distancing in public.
LibertyBus receives £400K as numbers drop by 96%
LIBERTYBUS is to be given almost £400,000 by the government after its services became financially unviable amid the Covid-19 crisis.
Philippines sees largest spike in infections, will still ease curbs
MANILA/JAKARTA The Philippines saw its biggest spike in coronavirus cases yesterday, with 539 new infections recorded. The fresh cases brought the nationwide tally to 15,588, of which 921 have led to deaths. The numbers are expected to rise further, the Health...
Ranvir Singh is 'slapped down' by GMB guest over Dominic Cummings row
The Good Morning Britain host was corrected by Iain Dale
Pandemic puts 86m children at risk of poverty: study
Save the Children and Unicef say nearly two-thirds of affected children live in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia
Indian Gov't Sources Deny Trump's Claim He Talked to Modi Over Border Stand-off With China
New Delhi (Sputnik): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to mediate between India and China in the ongoing border stand-off, but India refused the offer the...
Registrar hacked court computer to create fake intervention order
A judicial registrar hacked into a court's computer system and created a false intervention order against a friend's ex-partner, and entered a magistrate's identification to have it issued.
Delayed deliveries from Sephora upset customers
The thrill that came after scoring bargains at Sephora's biannual Beauty Pass Sale that took place from May 5 to 7 turned to frustration for some, after their orders were delayed. More than 35 customers who purchased items from the beauty retailer during the sale, which was...
My streaming gem: why you should watch Terror Firmer
Continuing our series of writers recommending underappreciated films is a shoutout for one of Troma’s most gonzo B-movies
KyoAni arson suspect thought there were only two victims in fire
Shinji Aoba was initially unaware of the death toll and was informed by police following his arrest.
'We're fed up with it': Trump signs executive order following factchecking row with Twitter
Trump said the factchecks were ‘editorial decisions’ by Twitter and amounted to political activism.
B.C. Transit expands HandyDART fleet in Victoria, with more to come
B.C. Transit has added 13 new buses to Victoria’s HandyDART fleet, with a further 15 expected to start service in Nanaimo in mid-June. The buses serve people with mobility issues that prevent . . .
Bannon: World must stop China in Hong Kong
Via The Wire comes Steve Bannon:
P&ID: Nigeria traces $9.6 billion financial hit back to $390,000 in alleged bribes - Premium Times Nigeria
ast year, the British court authorized P&ID to seize more than $9.6 billion of Nigeria’s foreign assets — more than the West African country’s annual health and education budgets combined.
Mother of Louisville police shooting victim calls for peace
Looking to defuse tensions in Louisville over the fatal shooting of a black woman by police who broke down her door, the victim's mother on Friday called on protesters to continue demanding justice but to do it in 'the right way without hurting each other.'
Two floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed after official tests positive for COVID-19: Sources
The director-level officer who attended work on May 28 was found positive for the infection along with his family members, sources said.
GMB's Ranvir Singh stunned as Iain Dale snaps at her to get her facts right
LBC radio presenter and right-wing political commentator Iain Dale appeared on GMB today to speak about the Dominic Cummings scandal
Extending street's third care home would be 'intolerable' residents claim
Residents had previously submitted photographic evidence of a “constant stream of delivery vans, ambulances and hearses” blocking the road
Capital Iron building part of 6.7-acres bought by Reliance; store to keep operating
Reliance Properties, which was behind the transformation of the Janion building on Store Street, has picked up nearly seven acres of downtown Victoria, including the site of the Capital Iron . . .
2 floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed after official tests positive for COVID-19
A Rajya Sabha Secretariat official tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, the fourth such case in the Parliament complex, sources told PTI.
Delhi BJP MP Gautam Gambhir's Father's SUV Stolen From Outside His Residence
Police said Deepak Gambhir's vehicle, a Toyota Fortuner, was parked in front of his residence at around 3.30 pm on Wednesday but was found missing on Thursday morning.
Car used in foiled Pulwama attack was owned by Hizb militant: police
The vehicle belonged to Hidayatullah Malik, an active Hizb-ul Mujahideen militant, from Shopian's Sharatpora.
Police remove Adeleke’s name from exam malpractices charges
Ade Adesomoju, Abuja The police on Thursday removed the name of a former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, from the charges of examination malp...
Double whammy
If this is the fate that awaits them for performing their already very perilous profession, our corps of medical and health professionals would surely dwindle as they would be forced to switch jobs or professions or, worse, go to greener pastures abroad.
Kiara Advani reveals her ‘takkar’ moment with Varun Dhawan in a BTS bloopers video
Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani had recreated the hit number ‘Sun Saathiya’ from ‘ABCD 2’ and their chemistry in the throwback video was truly charming.
Probe: US Interior official used office for personal gain
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A senior Trump administration official misused his office for private gain by capitalizing on his government connections to help get a family member hired at the...
Family assured Jordan Sinnott manslaughter trial will go ahead
A trial date of July 20 has been fixed
‘We’re Fed Up With it’: Trump Signs Order To Make Bias Accused Social Media Giants Liable For Their Content
Two days after Twitter introduced fact checks that showed up on US President Donald Trump's tweets, Trump on Thursday (28 May) signed an executive order threatening to slash protections for social media companies.
External borrowings to rescue as Senate cuts 2020 budget to N10.509 trillion
The Federal Government yesterday changed the earlier plan of drastically slashing the 2029 passed budget of N10.594trillion to N9trillion by reducing it with just about N85billion through a new proposal of N10.509trillion .
91-year-old woman from city’s Sector 15, six others from Bapu Dham Colony test positive
The 91-year-old’s son says family cannot foot the bill for Covid treatment at Max.
Families to be reunited as Wales eases coronavirus lockdown from Monday
First Minister Mark Drakeford will confirm the lifting of some restrictions when he gives an update at lunchtime
Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police
MINNEAPOLIS — Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.
National Guard deployed to Minneapolis following third night of protests over black man's death
Demonstrations have been sparked by those angered at a video showing 46-year-old George Floyd’s arrest.
CBSE cautions people against fictitious officials
CBSE advised its students, teachers to remain vigilant to save themselves from being cheated.
Explosives-laden car to carry out Pulwama-style attack belonged to active Hizbul Mujahideen militant: Police
The police officer said on Friday that the Santro car, which was laden with about 45 kg of explosives to carry out a 2019 Pulwama-style terror attack, belonged to a Hizbul Mujahideen militant, identified as Hidayatullah Malik.
COVID-19: China evacuates 325 of its citizens from Nigeria
France, the UK, and the US are among the countries that have also evacuated their nationals from Nigeria since the beginning of the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic.
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury spark outrage by shipping Pomeranian from Russia
Anger was building up on social media when fans learned Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury's fluffy Pomeranian had come all the way from Russia
Reopening of galleries a boon for art-starved Sydneysiders
Viewing artworks online is no substitute for the real thing where the sense of scale, the colour, the texture and even the aura of the art can be savoured.
'No cards left': Hong Kong residents sell up and search for way out as China cements grip
Web searches for emigration rose ten-fold after news came through about China’s approaching national security laws
Huge congestion on Delhi-Gurgaon road after Haryana seals borders over Covid spread
Videos from the Delhi-Gurgaon border showed many cars and vehicles stranded on the Delhi-Gurgaon connecting road after Haryana sealed the borders with Delhi.
14 Afghan security men killed in two attacks
“The Taliban have also suffered casualties,” says government spokesperson.
Save-on-Foods ends hazard pay for staff, other grocers continue it
Essential service workers in the grocery sector receiving extra pay during the pandemic will be watching their paycheques in the coming weeks as companies re-evaluate how they compensate employees.. . .
BAFTA TV Awards 2020 to be hosted behind closed doors by Richard Ayoade
Winners will be accepting their awards virtually.
Two men die after late night ‘incident’ at Inverness flats as forensic cops scour scene
TWO MEN have died after an alleged incident at a block of flats in Inverness. Emergency services raced to the scene in the Hilton area of the city after the alarm was raised around 11pm last night.…
How behind is SA on Covid-19 testing? It depends on who you ask, but do not ask government
South Africa is anywhere between three and 10 days behind on testing, depending on whether you ask Health Minister Zweli Mkhize or his acting director-general, Dr Anban Pillay.
After gas leak tragedy, Bhopal victims fall prey to virus
Victims of a horrifying 1984 gas leak in the Indian city of Bhopal, who have long suffered the debilitating fallout of the world's worst industrial disaster, are now dying from coronavirus, with relatives and activists accusing the government of abando...
Surge in rats across UK as 45 per cent more of us call pest control
According to Rentokil Pest Control, there was a 79% increase in traffic to its “signs of rats” webpage in April
The great Gadsby makes America grate again
In her new show Douglas, comedian Hannah Gadsby challenges the audience to unpack their own prejudices.
Breaking: Andhra High Court orders govt to continue Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar as SEC
In a major blow to the government of Andhra Pradesh government, the High Court on Friday has delivered as sensational verdict on former State Election Commissioner Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar's case.
Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
RENESSE, Netherlands - You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.When Shaosong Hu saw robotic waiters serving food in China last fall, he knew exac
Avreena Khatoon to Vinod Kumar: The 16 migrants on trains who’ll never make it home
Uncared for and unmourned, two of them even died anonymously with no takers for their bodies.
Picture-perfect: Google Photos turns 5, Silicon Valley honchos say good things
Lieb commemorated the occasion by sending out a tweet on the 5th anniversary of the app.
FG can withhold allocations of states flouting legislature, judiciary autonomy – AGF
John Alechenu and Ade Adesomoju The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr Abubakar Malami (SAN), said on Thursday that the Executive Order 10 newly issued by the Presiden...
Daughters pay tribute to 'football mad' dad who died of coronavirus
Shaun Brady spent six weeks on a ventilator in intensive care before his death this month
Richard Fowler: George Floyd is latest in a long line of victims of deadly epidemic of racism
For far too long, African-Americans have led the fight for racial justice and equity. The news over the last three months makes it clear that white racial animus can only end when white Americans make the choice to be anti-racist.
Trump targets social media platforms in new executive order
The United States' President, Donald Trump, has signed an executive order aimed at removing some of the legal protections enjoyed by social media platforms.
Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game
WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.
Top 5 films: what's new in streaming
No lover of movies ought to miss these five classics.
Ex Barcelona president claims Neymar is better than Cristiano Ronaldo
Sandro Rosell believes Neymar is the second best player in the world behind Lionel Messi
The Government Will Refund Millions Of Dollars To People Affected By Robodebt
Around $721 million is expected to be refunded to people who were affected by the government's disastrous robodebt scheme.
Sheriff: Texas constable mistakenly killed by deputy
MISSOURI CITY, Texas (AP) — A Texas deputy mistakenly shot and killed another responding officer early Friday while searching a home after a neighbor reported a suspicious person in the...
Bungie to Reveal What’s Next for Destiny 2 on June 9th
The next chapter of Destiny 2 should be revealed on June 9th, according to game developer Bungie, who is still 'committed to the game'.
Are You a CBSE Student? Take your Class 10 and 12 Board Exams From Anywhere Now
To ease the examination process and aid in maintaining social distancing norms, CBSE has added 10,000 new examination across the country.
How to Choose the Best Home Security Camera Based on Subscription Options
If you want to cover your property with smart security cameras, the list of options has never been longer. That can make it tricky to choose the perfect model for you, but aside from the upfront cost, and the night vision, and the field of view, and the weatherproofing, there’s one key feature to look out for: Subscription prices.
Shahbaz’s son key figure in sugar scandal: minister
Shibli Faraz hints at action against Salman in coming days.
Now, a new record every day: Telangana records 158 new Covid-19 cases, 4 deaths
Telangana's toll in the pandemic has now risen to 67
COVID-19 Update: Virus Found in Bats is 'Closest Relative' of SARS-CoV-2; 6 Feet Not Enough to Avoid COVID-19, Experts Say
Experts discovered a new virus in bats that is currently the closest relative of SARS-CoV-2. Medical experts claimed that 6 feet is not far enough to avoid contracting the novel coronavirus.
1,018 patients discharged as MOH tweaks criteria; 373 cases yesterday
A total of 1,018 Covid-19 patients were discharged yesterday, after the Ministry of Health (MOH) announced a change in its discharge criteria. All patients assessed to be clinically well and no longer infectious by day 21 of their illness will be sent home without having to...
Silent 'doctors not martyrs' protest held outside No10 during Clap for Carers
A group of doctors in scrubs and masks held a 'Doctors not martyrs' banner outside Downing Street in a show of support for the over 200 NHS staff who have died from coronavirus
Heartbroken couple's plea to catch thieves who stole their new home
Their life plans have been shattered as a result of the theft
Kenya's David Rudisha undergoes ankle surgery
Since 2016, Rudisha has competed sporadically. He only raced four times in 2017, and did not compete in 2018, 2019 or 2020. He hopes to compete at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
How to use the toilet at a friend's house under new lockdown rules for England
The rules across England will change from Monday
What to see? Picks from the art galleries
The acclaimed Biennale is not the only drawcard as our art institutions start reopening.
Renault to cut 15,000 jobs
French carmaker Renault said Friday it will cut 15,000 jobs worldwide as part of a 2 billion-euro ($2.2 billion) cost-cutting plan, as a brutal drop in industry sales during the pandemic worsened the company's pre-existing problems.
China-led AIIB approves $750-million loan for PH's virus response
The loan from the Beijing-based multilateral lender will be used to increase the Philippines' testing capacity and provide conditional cash transfers to poor households
No immediate plan to go for stricter lockdown: govt
Zafar Mirza says NCC will meet on June 1 to review situation.
$721m to be refunded after robodebt backflip
The Morrison government will refund $721 million raised against 470,000 debts under its controversial robodebt scheme.
City books hotel rooms for homeless, moving them out of Beacon Hill
Victoria will begin booking hotel and motel rooms for people living in Beacon Hill Park and elsewhere who were left behind when the province moved more than 300 people indoors from camps at Topaz . . .
Highest per-day spike of 827 positive cases in Tamil Nadu, death toll up to 145
Migrants and returnees account for more than 100 positives on Thursday
French carmaker Renault announces 15,000 job cuts worldwide
PARIS — Struggling French carmaker Renault on Friday announced 15,000 job cuts worldwide as part of a 2 billion-euro cost-cutting plan over three years.
Registrar hacked court computer to create fake intervention order
A judicial registrar hacked into a court's computer system and created a false intervention order against a friend's ex-partner, and entered a magistrate's identification to have it issued.
CMC makes ‘anti-Covid divider’ for PUVs
Centro Manufacturing Corp., a truck body builder, is now producing dividers for public utility vehicles to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 in public transportation.
The new rules for having friends and family visit your home
The Government is changing the rules in England
Shanghai to extend Ighalo’s United loan deal
Solape Lawal-Solarin Odion Ighalo looks set to remain at Old Trafford for the rest of the season as his Chinese club, Shanghai Shenhua, reconsider their initial stance to recall him. The former W...
What to see? Picks from the art galleries
The acclaimed Biennale is not the only drawcard as our art institutions start reopening.
Man 'stoned to death' at 15th century castle in Kent
Police were called to reports of rocks being thrown at the castle in Eynsford, Kent.
Twitter hides Trump tweet for violating terms of service on 'glorifying violence'
The tweet was in reference to protests in Minneapolis regarding the death of George Floyd.
Chhattisgarh’s first Chief Minister Ajit Jogi dies, aged 74
Chhattisgarh's first Chief Minister Ajit Jogi died on Friday after battling for life for more than 20 days. The 74-year-old bureaucrat-turned-politician suffered a cardiac arrest.
'Cannabis burned during worship' by ancient Israelites - study
Cannabis residues have been found on an altar in an ancient desert temple in Israel.
Don’t overcharge for PPE kits, justify cost to patients: Panchkula civil surgeon to pvt hospitals
Speaking to The Indian Express, Kaur said, “I had received three such complaints. This is a serious issue.”
Employers say the interpretation of state of emergency regulations a threat to businesses
-Senior Council Raymond Heathcote arguing on behalf of the group of employers says there's no doubt that President Hage Geingob declared the COVID-19 State of Emergency with good intentions but was ill-advised ending up making irrational decisions.
Matt LaFleur Wants More Explosive Plays from Packers Offense in 2020
Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur indicated he wanted more explosive plays from his offense this season in an interview on Wilde and Tausch on ESPN Wisconsin on Thursday as reported by Rob …
Wreckless yobs wreck Shotts Golf Club just before reopening
The turf on a number of the course’s greens and tee points was left scarred and scored, with motor oil spilt on it.
Hundreds of families enjoyed a fun-filled night under the stars in lockdown
Excited participants sang by a virtual campfire and toasted marshmallows as they were wowed by the NLBigCamp, organised by the council’s community learning and development (CLD) team.
Oman hospital evacuated due to tropical depression
People urged to shun low areas, wadis
Hales overlooked as England call up 14 uncapped players for group training
Will Jacks, Dan Lawrence, Tom Kohler-Cadmore and Henry Brookes are among the uncapped players called up by England.
Fiction reviews: Lawrence Wright's The End of October and three others
Lawrence Wright's thriller about a global pandemic is eerily prescient.
Russia reports record toll of 232 new COVID-19 deaths
Country now has third-highest number of coronavirus infections after US and Brazil
GPS supporting Dr Mahathir’s return to power? Sheer lunacy, says Wan Junaidi
KUCHING, May 29 — Santubong Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar today rapped a blogger for trying to shake the stability of Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin-led government by spreading rumours that members of Parliament (MPs) from Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) have turned their backs...
Google Maps made easy: How to search and share your location even without an address
Google has announced that it is making it easier for Google Maps users to share Plus Codes with others.
Wolves chief reveals Adama Traore 'can leave any day' amid Liverpool & Man United interest
Wolverhampton Wanderers transfer news - Adama Traore is attracting interest from Premier League clubs Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City
Calm before the storm for Japan suicides as COVID-19 ravages economy
TOKYO: The phones at the Tokyo suicide hotline start ringing as soon as it opens for its once-weekly overnight session. They don't stop until the ...
CBI opens probe into cash transactions of Tablighi Jamaat
Foreign funds given to the organisation are also under the scanner
Media members react to arrest of CNN crew: 'Unacceptable attack on the free press'
Media members reacted swiftly on Friday after Minnesota State police arrested CNN reporter Omar Jimenez.
Samsung continues to offer free phone sanitising service, all brands are welcome
Samsung Malaysia is still offering free UV-Light phone sanitising service at its service centres. This complimentary service isn’t just limited to Samsung Galaxy owners as all non-Samsung mobile devices are also welcome.
Lifetime community rating cited for rise in low cover health plan purchases
Research suggests many first time buyers bought cheap plans with limited benefits
Trump action against social media firms ‘political theatrics’, says expert
Social media expert Matt Navarra said the US President’s executive order aimed at online platforms was unlikely to change sites for users.
'Dark days' for Venice gondola makers
Already under threat, Venice's traditional gondola shipyards now lie silent apart from the gentle sound of canal water lapping at their doorsteps.
COVID-19: Planning For Major Projects At NZ’s Largest Industrial & Residential Development Underway
More than a fifth of the 170 hectares of commercial land available at the country’s largest industrial and residential development have now been sold as businesses look to establish large scale local operations in a post-COVID environment.
McDonald's to re-open drive-thrus in Airdrie and Coatbridge
Fewer employees will be in kitchens and service areas to maintain social distancing rules
Timeline of sport’s response to coronavirus on Friday, May 29
The FA Cup final will be played on August 1, while police set out up to six Premier League matches they would like to be played at neutral venues.
Masked burglar who targeted vulnerable in Birmingham jailed
A masked man who targeted elderly and vulnerable people during a spate of burglaries has been jailed for six years.
CNN Reporter Arrested, Released Covering Protests of Floyd Death
A CNN reporter and his crew were arrested and released by police in Minneapolis early Friday, after a night of continued protests over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who was handcuffed on the ground while police knelt on his back and neck.
TikTok maker ByteDance looks to shift power out of China amid rising global tensions
TikTok’s poaching of Disney’s Kevin Mayer to be its CEO was just the most visible part of a broader strategy by its Chinese owner to shift its centre of power away from China at a time of rising global tensions, several people familiar with the plans said.
COVID-19 travel bans leave hundreds stranded at Brazil's largest airport
Stefany Carvallido, her 2-year-old daughter and about 200 other Colombians have been camping out inside Brazil's busiest international airport for ...
Trump action against social media firms ‘political theatrics’, says expert
Social media expert Matt Navarra said the US President’s executive order aimed at online platforms was unlikely to change sites for users.
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump on Friday. Trump said that he will hold a press conference Friday about China amid soaring tensions between the two powers
'McLovin it': McDonald's to reopen East Kilbride drive-thrus next week
The fast food favourite will announce which Golden Arches branch is reopening only on the morning that service is resuming in order to manage demand.
Charities find new ways of raising money during lockdown
Strip and Dip skinny dip and Cycling Ireland take events online in bid to raise funds
Lockdown Brings Tears of Joy to Indian Woman Who Reunites with Husband After 20 Years - Video
New Delhi (Sputnik): The lockdown in India imposed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 has brought untold misery to hundreds of thousands of poor daily wage earners....
CRPF jawans donate blood to save Naxal injured during encounter in Jharkhand
A team killed three Naxals and apprehended two on Thursday after a gunbattle in the forests of the Manmaru-Tebo area in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district.
Coronavirus vaccine: Pfizer CEO claims COVID-19 medicine could be ready by October-end
American pharmaceutical giant Pfizer is conducting clinical trials with German firm BioNTech on several probable vaccines in Europe and the United States
Mamelodi Baptist Church will not reopen due to 'unacceptably high' infection rate in Tshwane
The leadership of Mamelodi Baptist Church in Tshwane has decided it will not be reopening from 1 June when the country moves to Level 3 of lockdown.
A-G’s close contacts tested negative for Covid-19, says National Audit Department
PUTRAJAYA, May 29 — The closest as well as close contacts of Auditor-General (A-G) Datuk Nik Azman Nik Abdul Majid, who were screened for Covid-19 on May 22, were all tested negative. The National Audit Department (NAD) in a statement today said, the 10 closest contacts referred to two family...
Development: More Arrested for Illegal Import of Waste from Italy
Deputy Environment Minister Krassimir Zhivkov and the businessmen Bobokovi brothers on May 28 were detained for 24 hours. The specialised prosecutor's office is investigating alleged involvement in an organized crime group that has mismanaged waste, including hazardous materials.
Paul Merson says transfer market mess will 'help' Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta
I think this situation helps someone like Mikel Arteta.
Simplified Torbay Recycling Centre lockdown system from Monday
Customers no longer have to park and wait at Goodrington before being allowed to drive to the tip
EastEnders star thinks it was a mistake to increase soap to four times a week
Patsy Palmer has opened up about why she believes EastEnders should've never increased their weekly transmissions.
Buhari at 5: President never sacked Osinbajo's aides - VP's office
Laolu Akande, the spokesperson of the vice president has faulted reports in the media some time ago that some aides in the office of Prof Osinbajo were sacked.
PDI-P politician receives 'light' sentence in KPU bribery case as key suspect remains free
Also on Thursday, KPK prosecutors indicted KPU commissioner Wahyu Setiawan for accepting bribes from PDI-P politician Harun Masiku and West Papua Governor Dominggus Mandacan in two separate cases.
Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air while covering Minneapolis protests
WASHINGTON, May 29 — The Minnesota State Patrol arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television early this morning while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, and led him and three crew members away in handcuffs. Black reporter Omar Jimenez had just shown a protester...
Trump’s Twitter order ‘unlikely to survive a challenge’
Donald Trump's executive order against social media companies has multiple legal problems and is unlikely to survive a challenge, according to experts.
BJD leader, two others die in fire mishap in Odisha
BJD leader Alekh Choudhury and two others were asleep in his house at Gosaninuagaon, when an air-conditioner caught fire due to an electric short circuit in the early hours. The victims, trapped inside the smoke-filled house, were rescued and rushed to the MKCG Medical College and Hospital where doctors declared them brought dead, a senior police officer said.
U.S. Asians, harassed over coronavirus, push back on streets, social media
A spike in harassment of Asian-Americans since the coronavirus pandemic began has led community activists in the United States to fight back - forming street patrols, rallying on social media, and supporting each other online. Asians of varying national backgrounds have suffered a surge of attacks this
Timeline of sport’s response to coronavirus on Friday, May 29
The FA Cup final will be played on August 1, while police set out up to six Premier League matches they would like to be played at neutral venues.
Apple Is Now Selling Refurbished iPhone XR Models Through Its Online Store – Pricing Starts at $499
You can now purchase refurbished iPhone XR models directly from the Apple store, and you can save a lot of money doing so too
FG gives update on programme to employ 774,000 Nigerians
The federal government on Thursday, May 28, gave an update about its plan to employ at 1,000 persons from each of the 774 local government areas in Nigeria.
Days after it pulled up Gujarat govt over Covid situation, HC bench changed
The change in the judges’ roster comes abruptly on the last working day of the week when it is due to hear the public interest litigation (PIL) on all issues pertaining to Covid-19. The PIL was being heard by a division bench headed by Justice Pardiwala, along with Justice Ilesh Vora, since May 11.
Trump accuses Twitter of unfair targeting after company labels tweet 'glorifying violence'
President Trump on Friday accused Twitter of unfairly targeting himself and other Republicans, just hours after the social media giant said one of his tweets overnight violated the company’s policies
Cyberpunk 2077 'Hands On' Gameplay Teased for June Following Night City Wire Announcement
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Government poised to announce Austria GP decision
A decision about whether F1's 2020 season can restart in Austria is now imminent.
Lockdown 5.0: In 'exit plan,' positive sign for Metro, malls, restaurants
The new guidelines for the extended lockdown, however, will be comparatively much stricter for 13 worst Covid-19-hit cities
MIT elects first black female student body president in the school’s 159-year history
Danielle Geathers made history this week becoming MIT’s first black student body president in the school’s 159-year history.
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
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Your guide to what's on this weekend
Liven up life under lockdown with a selection of events, exhibitions, performances and more.
Germans cook more in coronavirus crisis, turn away from junk food
HAMBURG (Reuters) - Many Germans cooked more meals themselves during the coronavirus crisis and also used more fresh ingredients rather than processed foods, the food and agriculture ministry said on Friday.
Nordics want to open borders but Sweden may be frozen out
Denmark, Finland and Norway mull whether to extend or relax regional travel restrictions, but their neighbor may not be included.
’15 runs banake out hojayega’: Shikhar Dhawan recalls Pakistan fans’ taunts in 2015 World Cup
Interacting with women cricketers Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues on their web show ‘Double Trouble’, Shikhar Dhawan spoke of an incident when Pakistan fans targeted him.
‘Broken’ Matt Hardy HITS Out At WWE For Underutilising Him: “It Could’ve Been So Much Better”
WWE has gifted us several amazing entertainers over the years, right from the golden age to the new era. But how often we have seen that some of the talents are underutilised by the company. One suc
Chloe Ferry reveals plans for at-home bar and cinema as she extends plush North Tyneside house
Geordie Shore star Chloe Ferry is extending her North Tyneside home to house a bar and cinema
Minneapolis officer who knelt on George Floyd's neck had 18 previous complaints against him: police
The former Minneapolis police officer seen in a video with his knee on George Floyd's neck had 18 prior complaints filed against him with the Minneapolis Police Department's Internal Affairs, according to the police department.
Space Force review – Steve Carell parody fails to reach orbit
Unfunny, nowhere near as bonkers as the real thing and saved only by John Malkovich, who knows what planet the makers of this Trump-adjacent satire were on
Jammu and Kashmir govt takes pre-emptive measures to contain locust invasion
As states in western and central India struggle to contain locust invasion, Jammu and Kashmir government has issued instructions for crop protection and asked the departments concerned to take
EE’s 5G service reaches 80 locations on first anniversary since launch
The firm said 5G customers are mostly using it to watch more video, with YouTube the most popular app.
Nepali Sherpa wait, grow potatoes as Himalayas remain closed due to coronavirus
Had it not been for the coronavirus, Nepali climbing guide Tashi Lakpa Sherpa would have been on Mount Everest now, guiding clients and trying to add another feather in his cap - a ninth ascent. But
New Amnesty report alleges killings, mass detentions in Ethiopia
The report says security forces killed at least 25 people in 2019 in the East Guji and West Guji zones of the restive Oromia region amid suspicions of supporting a rebel group
Coronavirus: Pilot flew to Anglesey 'to go to the beach'
Airfield staff thought the pilot made an emergency landing but he came to enjoy the coast, a report says.
Twitter places warning label on Trump tweet about Minneapolis protests
Twitter placed a warning label on one of President Trump's tweets about the protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota over George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody.
Leaked Pixel 4a XL Renders Show the Model Would Have Shipped With Dual Rear Cameras if It Went Into Production
The Pixel 4a XL design has been leaked courtesy of the latest renders, and it shows that the device would ship with two rear cameras
Rodney Scott talks barbecue, new Alabama restaurants, overcoming COVID-19
Those who ordered Rodney Scott’s barbecue at the Market at Pepper Place Memorial Day weekend may not have realized it was the James Beard Award-winning chef and Barbecue Hall of Fame semifinalist himself loading their cars with ribs and pulled pork.
People are planning a huge orgy after lockdown to end 'the longest dry spell'
'We just want something to look forward to.'
Covid-19 cases in Pak cross 64,000-mark, death toll 1,317
The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.
Three men including groom issued compounds over Serdang temple wedding during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — A bridegroom was among three men slapped with RM1,000 compound each for flouting the Conditional movement control order (CMCO) for organising a wedding ceremony in Serdang, Seri Kembangan last Sunday. Serdang district police chief ACP Ismadi Borhan in a statement...
EXPLAINER: Will Phase 2 of lifting Covid-19 restrictions happen on June 8?
When Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced the government's roadmap for re-opening the country and the economy, he warned that the phases were not guaranteed to run on the dates specified. The roadma...
Volcanos in space - Skywatching
Volcanoes are important things. They play a part in recycling the surface rocks of a world, and in building new land. For example, all the Hawaiian Islands are actually active or extinct volcanoes.
Minnesota Governor Calls Up National Guard: What It Is and What to Expect
The National Guard, a militia force that exists in each American state, has been activated in Minnesota to help deal with civil unrest for the first time in 12 years....
This telco stock has doubled in two months; eyes fresh highs
Bharti Infratel share price has doubled from its 52-week low of Rs 121 touched on March 19, 2020. However, the stock is still 22% lower from its 52-week high of Rs 295.75 registered on December 2 last year
Trump threatens 'shooting' in response to Minneapolis looting
President Trump early Friday morning lashed out at demonstrators in Minneapolis amid the protests over the death of George Floyd, warning that he would send National Guard troops to the city and that
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Thursday, ahead of an ...
Ford Mustang Mach 1 history: Time-traveling at the speed of sound
The Mach 1 nameplate has denoted Mustang performance starting in 1969, on and off through the present day. Check out this review of past Mach 1 Mustangs.
Healthcare facilities see 80% fall in revenue: Survey
The Covid-19 pandemic has left the Indian private healthcare sector in acute financial distress, a new survey said on Friday adding that the healthcare facilities in the country have witnessed at least 80 per cent fall in average revenue.
Leeds City College ‘I’m In’ campaign supports students and staff in lockdown
As part of the I’m In campaign, Leeds City Colleage have put in place a number of stimulating activities and resources to provide mental health support
Russia sees highest Covid-19 deaths for 2nd day in row
Highest deaths due to rise in patients suffering from more severe symptoms, says official
Ravi Zacharias memorial: Pence, Tebow celebrate Christian apologist's life and legacy
The popular author, speaker and founder of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) spent the greater part of his life defending Christianity.
Greece bans Brits when it reopens to tourists due to poor coronavirus record
Greece has released its latest travel advice and told millions of Brits hoping for a summer holiday to Greece that they're not welcome when the country reopens to tourists next month
‘India’s Test series can happen in as little as one venue’: Cricket Australia
Cricket Australia on Thursday announced that India will play the Tests at Brisbane (December 3-7), Adelaide (December 11-15), Melbourne (December 26-30), and Sydney (January 3-7) respectively.
Pradhan envisages home delivery of petrol, CNG
“The government has already started mobile dispensers for diesel.”
Whyte, Marchant willing to wait one more year to cap their Olympic careers
TORONTO — Angela Whyte and Lanni Marchant hoped to write victorious final chapters of their long track and field careers at the Tokyo Games this summer. Whyte, a three-time Olympian in hurdles, planned to compete in the heptathlon.
Madonna slammed over video of teen son dancing to fight racism and honour George Floyd
Madonna has been criticised on social media after she posted a video of her teenage son dancing to 'stamp out racism'. George Floyd died on the 25th of May in Minneapolis following a brutal arrest which
View from Wales captures mood for global calendar change with Six Nations start date
It was felt the set February/March Six Nations date would scupper the global calendar, but Wales boss Gareth Davies suggest change is now likely.
Teacher, four others killed as gunmen attack Plateau community
James Abraham, Jos Five people have been killed by gunmen who attacked a food joint in Miango Community, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. It was learnt that the victims were eati...
Modi 2.0 fulfils BJP’s core agenda in first year, but Covid-19 throws new challenges
The Modi government executed its ideological agenda at a vigorous pace in its first year in office in its second term, but the economic devastation wrought by Covid-19 has presented the saffron dispen
AMD Stock May Look Weak, but There’s Still Lots of Opportunity
It’s had a great run and there’s now evidence of better things to come, but AMD stock investors need to respect a good defensive game first.
Robbie Savage and Louis Saha in agreement over Man Utd's Bruno Fernandes transfer mistake
Manchester United had been in hot pursuit of Portugal international Bruno Fernandes in the summer transfer window, but the Red Devils failed to get the deal over the line
SC to hear on June 2 plea seeking replacement of word India with ‘Bharat’
The plea was filed by a Delhi-based man.
Man rescued from overturned lorry
The crash happened on Tetbury Road, Old Sodbury
£400k for IoT security design schemes
The government has launched a £400,000 funding pot for innovators to design schemes to boost the security of internet-connected products, Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman announced today.
World coronavirus dispatch: The UK-NZ-Germany success, and Korea's haste
From carmaker Renault laying off 14,600 people, to S&P's downgrading Rolls-Royce to junk, and the third type of coronavirus transmission - read these and more in today's world dispatch
Plea after nappies, tins of paint and food dumped in recycling bins
The wrong rubbish has been dumped in house recycling bins promoting a plea from councillors.
Buhari at 5: President never sacked Osinbajo's aides - VP's office
Laolu Akande, the spokesperson of the vice president has faulted reports in the media some time ago that some aides in the office of Prof Osinbajo were sacked.
Here are the new NFL rules for 2020, as approved by team owners
There will be no onside kick alternative for 2020, but these new rules did pass.
Meet the hugely popular Irish Instagram style star that fashionistas can't get enough of
Marianne has a massive 243k followers on the social media platform
Former US V-P candidate, wife test positive for coronavirus antibodies
Former Democratic Vice-Presidential candidate, Sen. Tim Kaine and his wife Anne have tested positive for coronavirus antibodies.
Market movers: Vodafone in focus, pharma names rally; 2 stocks give sell signals
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'A dud deal': Opposition promises to scrap BRI deal with China if elected
Opposition Leader Michael O'Brien said the Belt and Road Initiative with China was not in the state's interest and he would abolish it, if elected.
COVID-19 infects 206 healthcare workers at AIIMS-Delhi
AIIMS is planning to restore limited OPD and non-emergency services in a phased manner for which the talks are on with all departments, said a doctor.
CNN crew released after they were arrested live on air in Minneapolis
A CNN crew was arrested while giving a live television report Friday morning in Minneapolis -- and then released about an hour later -- as the crew covered ongoing protests over the death in police custody of George Floyd.
Millions Of Locusts Invade, Delhi On Alert, How India's Fighting Back
Farmers are being asked to make as much of a racket as possible, using drums, tin containers, utensils and even hiring mobile disc jockeys, in an attempt to scare away locust swarms that are attacking the country.
Watch: Giant bear surreptitiously stalks a 12-year-old boy walking down a hill, is caught on camera
The incident took place in Trentino, Italy.
EE’s 5G service reaches 80 locations on first anniversary since launch
The firm said 5G customers are mostly using it to watch more video, with YouTube the most popular app.
Up to six Premier League games will be moved to neutral venues
Liverpool's long wait to win the Premier League is likely to be completed at a neutral venue, aft...
Robbie Williams to rejoin Take That for virtual gig
The old band are (almost all) back together for a charity event, broadcast from each of their homes.
UN chief appreciates India’s assistance to other countries during COVID-19 pandemic: TS Tirumurti
India's seat as a non-permanent member on the 15-nation Council for the two-year term is assured as it is the sole candidate vying for the lone seat from the Asia Pacific grouping.
Just All The Times The Internet Called The Govt The Fuck Out Over Today’s Robodebt 180
The Federal Government today announced a plan to refund $721 million worth of robodebt payments, and Twitter has some thoughts about it.
George Floyd’s encounter with Minneapolis police shown in new video
The footage, which has been circulating on social media, was shot from the opposite side of the street from where Officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck.
In Boom-and-Bust San Francisco, Pandemic Brings Grim New Reality
Uber, Lyft and Airbnb have slashed thousands of jobs. Salesforce and Visa are letting employees work remotely for months; Twitter and Square are allowing them to do so for good.
President Trump Signs Order Withdrawing Legal Immunity To Social Media Companies For Editing Content Posted By Users
President Trump Signs Order Withdrawing Legal immunity For Social Media Companies For Editing Content Posted By Users
Covid-19: India vs Australia Test series schedule may change, says CA
Cricket Australia on Thursday announced that India will play the Tests at Brisbane (December 3-7), Adelaide (December 11-15), Melbourne (December 26-30) and Sydney (January 3-7)
EE's 5G service reaches 80 locations on first anniversary since launch
The firm said 5G customers are mostly using it to watch more video, with YouTube the most popular app.
Police want several Premier League games played at neutral venues
Football News: British Police want at least six Premier League matches and any Liverpool title clincher to be played at neutral venues when the season resumes in a b
For five years, Buhari ‘campaigned’ for corrupt politicians, CDD says
A pro-democracy think tank, the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), has accused President Muhammadu Buhari of condoning corruption within his administration and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Schalk Burger opens up on THAT autograph picture with Siya Kolisi as a schoolboy
Former Springbok flank Schalk Burger has opened up on a photo of him signing an autograph for a young Siya Kolisi.
Former HK leader calls out HSBC following UK criticism of security law
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Former Hong Kong leader Leung Chun-ying on Friday called out banking group HSBC Holdings plc (HSBA.L) for not making its “stance” clear on China’s imposition of a new security law on the city, after the United Kingdom’s criticism of the move.
Lake will be drained if people continue to flout lockdown rules
Visitors have been travelling from as far away as Birmingham to enjoy a day at Clevedon's Marine Lake
Twitter flags Trump for “glorifying violence” in “looting starts, shooting starts” tweet
Unrest in Minneapolis meets the president’s ongoing war on social media.
Prisoners released early not 'routinely' being tested for coronavirus
Confirmation came in a written answer from the Scottish Government.
No leaderdership, no logic, no urgency - the EFL's handling of this crisis has been shambolic
League One clubs will not vote on the future of their season for at least another 11 days, and the EFL has all-but guaranteed the campaign will be cut short
KL-Singapore High Speed Rail construction suspension extended beyond May 31
SINGAPORE, May 29 — The suspension of the construction of the 350-kilometre Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High Speed Rail (HSR) project may be extended beyond May 31, 2020. “Malaysia had asked to extend the suspension period to allow both sides to discuss the changes they have in mind. “We are...
Google Makes Sharing Plus Codes Easier in a Push To Simplify Addressing System Globally
Two years ago, Google open-sourced Plus Codes, a digital addressing system to help billions of people navigate to places that don't have clear addresses. The company said this week it is making it easier for anyone with an Android device to share its rendition of an address -- a six-digit alphanumer...
Zoom Stock Is the Tesla of Video Communications
If you think Zoom Video Communications is overvalued, has no moat, and has security issues, just remember that these are all issues Tesla had to overcome as well to deliver amazing shareholder returns.
Mumbai lockdown likely to be extended as coronavirus cases rise over 36,000
As the coronavirus cases in the state continued to increase rapidly, Maharashtra may continue lockdown for few more days.Mumbai alone reported over 36,000 coronavirus cases
Amazon in talks for new Dublin office even as virus hits
Amazon.com Inc. is in talks to rent an office block in Dublin with space for about 750 workers, according to a person familiar with the matter.
SA minister hijacked, forced to draw cash
South Africa's deputy minister of home affairs, Njabulo Nzuza, was hijacked by at least two gunmen on Thursday afternoon, police confirmed on Friday.National po...
Glasgow garage boss flogging cheeky ‘wee f*nny’ number plate – and it could be yours for £25,000
A GLASGOW garage boss is selling his prized W33 FNY number plate – and it could be yours for a cool £25,000. Matt Kandola has spent the last five years with the cheeky plate on his R35 Nissan…
Norway plans $369 million green industry investments
OSLO (Reuters) - The Norwegian government proposes spending 3.6 billion Norwegian crowns ($369 million) on investments to make its economy greener as it gradually emerges from coronavirus lockdowns, the government said on Friday.
Brexit Boost: Nissan Backs Britain as It Pulls out of EU
Japanese carmaker Nissan has announced that it will retain its plant in Sunderland, England, but will be closing its factories in Spain.
Carer, 21, reveals how she was left covered in blood with horrendous head wound after thug smacked her with full beer bottle after she turned down his advances at funeral
GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: Yavana Dix, 21, suffered horrendous injuries when Jamie Simpson, 30, attacked her at a wake party near her house on the Isle of Wight.
Swimming groups urge Northeast governors to allow reopening of pools: 'Swimming will save lives'
Northeast swimming organizations are calling on their governors to reopen facilities for swimmers amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
CNN crew arrested on live TV amid George Floyd protests in Minneapolis
Correspondent Omar Jimenez, and the crew with him, were handcuffed and detained by Minnesota State Police just after 5 a.m. local time.
Heralding a new era for agriculture
While the recent reform steps and stimulus package for agriculture will go a long way in boosting farmers’ income, price volatility in perishables continues to be a challenge
Cricket: England name 55-man training group ahead of scheduled home season; Hales, Plunkett left out
The group will not train in one place, but with individual sessions across several county venues.
Russia says Libya ceasefire in tatters, situation deteriorating: agencies
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia’s foreign ministry said on Friday the situation in Libya was continuing to deteriorate and that a ceasefire there was in tatters, the RIA news agency reported.
New iguana species is found 'hiding in plain sight' in the Caribbean - having been known to inhabitants for years but thought to be a South American 'invader'
The Southern Antilles iguana has a unique DNA profile and distinct bodily features including horns on its nose, a high crest and dark brown eyes. It had been misidentified as the common green iguana.
Coatbridge resident inspires neighbours to complete challenge for dementia
Coatbridge resident inspires neighbours to complete fitness challenge and raise awareness of dementia
COVID-19 attacks and threats on the Police are on the rise
Chief Constable Iain Livingstone has thanked Scotland’s communities for the high levels of co-operation shown during this challenging period.
Trump will relish an ‘us versus them’ free speech fight – but Twitter is right to finally take a stand against his incendiary words
Donald Trump always enjoys a fight that will fire up his supporter base – and Twitter has just handed him one.
Famous tourist sites remain closed as lockdown rules are eased
Visitor to France will not yet be able to see the Mona Lisa, climb the Eiffel Tower or look around the Palace of Versailles.
NASCAR: Chase Elliott wins again, snaps Cup Series skid at Charlotte
May 29 (UPI) -- Chase Elliott was relieved after he recovered from two heartbreaking Cup Series finishes to win the rescheduled Alsco Uniforms 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Drones, planes to counter locust attack? Govt set to bring down crop-devouring locust swarm, details here
After swarms of immature locusts have wreaked havoc across at least 13 districts in four states in India, the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare has stepped in with a new plan that includes using aircraft and drones.
Who is Thierry Delaporte? Three interesting facts about Wipro’s new boss
Information technology major Wipro has appointed Capgemini Chief Operating Office, Thierry Delaporte, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director.
Knee on neck cop charged
UPDATE 11:35 a.m. The Minneapolis police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday and charged with murder.
Whyte, Marchant willing to wait one more year to cap their Olympic careers
TORONTO - Angela Whyte and Lanni Marchant hoped to write victorious final chapters of their long track and field careers at the Tokyo Games this summer.Whyt
Chevy Working On A Secret New Sports Car
Although all-electric vehicles currently account for a very low percentage of total vehicle sales in the US...
Indonesian minister attacked for comparing wives to COVID-19
An Indonesian minister is under fire after he compared coronavirus to rebellious wives, in remarks aimed at soothing public fears about easing COVID-19 restrictions across the Southeast Asian archi...
Trump considering to throw out thousands of Chinese graduate students
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Chinese students
Job-seekers targeted in upfront fee scam
Recruitment firm claimed farm workers needed criminal background checks
Mental wellness app downloads soar under lockdown
A report from Sensor Tower has found that mental wellness apps are seeing increased downloads likely due to the on-going lockdowns around the world. It's unclear if people will use them post COVID-19.
Two-Mile-Borris' Blackcastle Farm sausages for Aldi from this Sunday
The amazing 1% fat beef sausages will be on sale from this Sunday for a week as part of Aldi Grow project
US braces for more protests over police killing of black man
Authorities in Minneapolis and its sister city St. Paul got reinforcements from the National Guard on Thursday as they girded for fresh protests and violence over the shocking police killing of a handcuffed black man.
Chelsea star contacts Timo Werner and tells him to snub Liverpool and Man Utd
The RB Leipzig striker is wanted by a host of Premier League clubs.
Uber Says AB5 Could Cost 158,000 Drivers Their Jobs
If Uber is forced to classify drivers in California as employees, 158,000 will be out of work, the company said. Passengers could see prices rise by 120 percent.
NBA Rumors: Free-Agency Period Might Take Place Before 2020 Draft, Per ‘Philadelphia Inquirer’
With the NBA’s board of governors scheduled to meet on Friday to discuss several matters related to the ongoing suspension of the 2019-20 season, the topic of free agency and this year’s ...
India's Test series can happen in as little as one venue depending on circumstances: Cricket Australia
Cricket Australia has not ruled out the possibility of the COVID-19 pandemic forcing a change in the schedule for India's tour of the country with the board still keeping the door open for hosting...
Yob smashes 'Uber' driver's car window and kicks off the wing mirrors in furious attack on west London street
A shocking video shows a man, who is described as 'drunk and angry' attacking an 'Uber' driver's car in Hounslow, west London. He picks up a large object and smashes the rear window and kicks the car.
Rajya Sabha secretariat official tests positive for coronavirus
This is the fourth such case reported in the Parliament complex so far
UN delays crucial climate summit for a year, cites pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has prompted the United Nations to delay until late 2021 a crucial climate summit that had been scheduled for Britain this year, officials said on Thursday.
The daily business briefing: May 29, 2020
Another 2.1 million Americans file unemployment claims, Trump signs an executive order targeting social media, and more
900 Acre Solar Farm Agreed for Kent Coast
The government has given a controversial plan for a solar farm the go ahead, with the mammoth 900 acre site set to be the country's largest array of panels by some margin; and requiring the biggest battery we've ever seen too.
COVID-19 Watch: Hotels, airlines look for new revenue streams, hold on to cash to tide over liquidity crunch
Other steps like drastic cost control and a sharp reduction in future supply addition are also in the offing.
In the US, camera phones increasingly expose racism
From the death of a black man in Minneapolis to a racist incident in Central Park, camera phones are increasingly being used as a weapon against ...
Not our job to make unnecessary political statements: Nepal Army
It was responding to reports that its chief had refused Oli’s direct orders Indian Army chief’s comments on border issue.
Tractor used to rescue pony from ditch
The pony was handed over to a vet
Efforts taken to ensure safety of Sabah people amid Covid-19 pandemic, not to curb freedom, says CM
KOTA KINABALU, May 29 — The various efforts taken by the state government to contain the Covid-19 pandemic in Sabah were not meant to limit the freedom of the people in celebrating any festivals, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal. Instead, he said, those measures were taken to...
One more case in Shivamogga
One more positive case of COVID-19 was reported in the district on Friday, taking the tally to 35.According to the afternoon bulletin released by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, the patie
Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?
In an attempt to slow down the spread of the novel coronavirus, an increasing number of countries have made wearing face masks mandatory in public spaces, with citizens facing a possible fine if caught without one.
Religious leaders plan events to remember UK coronavirus victims
Christians and Muslims say it will be necessary for people to come together to mourn
World leaders warn coronavirus could roll back progress for women
Coronavirus is threatening to undo recent gains made toward gender equality as millions of women and girls are predicted to have unwanted pregnancies and fall into poverty, world leaders said on Thursday.
George Floyd: We’ll evaluate evidence – US
Kayode Oyero The United States says it will compile and evaluate information obtained from witnesses in the killing of a black man, George Floyd. In a joint statement on Thursday, the US Atto...
'Diary of a Future President' Renewed at Disney+ (Exclusive)
The Gina Rodriguez-produced comedy will return with 10 new episodes.
Lifetime community rating leads to rise in low cover plan purchases
Research suggests many first-time buyers bought cheap plans with limited benefits
Labour ministry to provide free skills training to job seekers registered on National Career Service portal
The training will encompass modules on corporate etiquette, improving inter personal skills, making impactful presentation including other necessary soft skills needed by the industry. The training module is available in two languages, Hindi and English, on the NCS portal.
Newborn baby is saved after it was found buried alive with just its foot poking out of the ground in India
This is the miraculous moment a newborn baby buried alive in India is saved by villagers who spotted his foot poking out the ground.
Heitinga explains how 'fighter' Moyes created a family at Everton
John Heitinga has been looking back on his time at Everton with fellow former Blue Tim Cahill
Hearo.Live: Going Virtual With Live Events
Hearo built an app to capitalize on the growth in eSports. It's now raising capital from people wanting to invest in Hearo.Live.
George Floyd death: Minnesota police arrest African-American CNN reporter on air covering Minneapolis protests
The Minnesota State Patrol arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television early Friday morning while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, and led him and three crew members away in handcuffs.
CNN reporter arrested on live TV after George Floyd protests in Minneapolis | VIDEO
Police in Minneapolis arrested CNN reporter Omar Jimenez and crew while live on air as they reported on the unrest in Minneapolis over the killing of a black man, George Floyd, in police custody on Friday morning.
ZTE Patents New Foldable Smartphone, And It's… Interesting
ZTE has submitted a patent for a new foldable smartphone, and it is actually quite interesting. This patent has been submitted with CNIPA (China National
Use of public transport likely to dip for 6 mnths post lockdown: CSE survey
Within six months after the lockdown, metro ridership will decline from 37% in pre-lockdown period to 16%, the CSE said.
Seoul Museums, Theaters to Close Again As New COVID-19 Clusters Discovered
SEOUL (Sputnik) - Museums, theatres and other national cultural institutions in South Korea’s Seoul and surrounding areas will temporarily close again due to a surge in...
Off-road bike seized as youths cause nuisance on Shrewsbury playing field
A dirt bike has been seized after complaints of regular anti-social behaviour in Shrewsbury.
Akande harps on importance of feedback to Buhari administration
President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration has constantly maintained a proper interaction with Nigerians in the implementation of its policies...
First pics of zookeeper, 35, fighting for life after lions brutally mauled her inside their enclosure
THE zookeeper who was mauled by two lions in an “extremely vicious” attack has been pictured. Jennifer Brown, 35, is fighting for her life after she was bitten multiple times on the nec…
Neon Genesis Evangelion fans, this limited edition Oppo Ace 2 EVA is for you
Oppo has a knack for getting uniquely-themed smartphones right, like the Oppo Reno Ace Gundam Edition from 2019. Now, the Chinese smartphone makers have announced the Oppo Ace 2 EVA Limited Edition as a way to mark the 25th anniversary of the Neon Genesis Evangelion anime series.
THIS throwback picture of Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and others from New York is all things love
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has brought everyone’s lives to a standstill. Even the Bollywood celebs are locked in their houses and they are tryin
Snippet from the past: Templemore's new Courthouse - Justice’s tribute to an ‘admirable building’
The following is a snippet on a report following the first sitting in the new Courthouse in Templemore on Tuesday February 6 1940. The new Courthouse at Templemore, which has been completed by Messrs....
Coronavirus Outbreak: England's FA Cup gets green light to resume on weekend of 27 June
The semi-finals and final of the FA Cup will all take place at Wembley behind closed doors over the weekend of 11-12 July and 1 August respectively.
Consumer confidence up for first time in five months in Japan
The figure is the second-lowest since April 2004 and lower than the 27.5 posted in January 2009 during the global financial crisis.
Nearly half of ecommerce searches on Google drive no traffic
Retailers are finding organic search is not generating the same volume of traffic as before.
Tim Tebow should be viewed by Mets as just another failed minor leaguer
The Tebow
Volkswagen Looks East To China, Pledges €2bn To Boost Beijing's Electric, New Energy Vehicle Market
The world's largest automaker group is set to enter the Chinese market as rival motor companies compete for a top spot in the world's largest car market, the company...
SC to hear plea seeking replacement of word India with 'Bharat' on June 2
The petition was listed for hearing on Friday before the apex court but it got deleted from the list as Chief Justice of India (CJI) S A Bobde was not available.
Coronavirus latest: at a glance
A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak
James Stunt's former bodyguard stole 16-carat yellow diamond worth £515,000 from safe during £20million raid on tycoon's Belgravia mansion, court hears
Justinas Ivaskivicius, 34, is accused of taking the gem from the Belgravia home of James Stunt (pictured), in Westminster, in December 2017. He will next appear at Southwark Crown Court on 26 June.
Najib Denies Using An Israeli Company To Spy On Civilians And Opposition
The operation by Najib's administration and the company was called 'Project Magnum'.
Coronavirus: Highest one-day deaths push total near 200 in UP
According to the state health bulletin, only four districts has active infection cases in triple digits – Jaunpur highest at 129, almost all are interstate migrants — followed by 118 active cases in Rampur, 115 in Noida and 110 in Basti. Only two districts — Agra with 95 active cases and Meerut with 93 active cases – are in the 90 to 100 bracket.
Man Utd Want Striker Who Has Played Six Games In Two Years
Ahead of the upcoming transfer window, Manchester United are reportedly chasing a striker who was once among the most expensive teenagers in world football but has played just six senior matches in two years.
S.Korea seeks to import anti-viral remdesivir as new coronavirus cases emerge
SEOUL - South Korean health authorities said on Friday they would request imports of Gilead Sciences Inc's anti-viral drug remdesivir to treat COVID-19, as new outbreaks of the disease flare as social distancing restrictions are eased.
Lockdown 4.0 May Be Last Of Its Kind; Economic Revival Is Now Everybody’s Priority
We should see June as the transition month for a changeover from Lockdown 4.0 to Revival 1.0.
EU's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Continue To Fall As Coal Ditched
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Guardian: Greenhouse gas emissions in the EU continued their fall in 2018, the latest year for which comprehensive data is available, according to a new report from Europe's environment watchdog. Emissions fell by 2.1% compared with 2017, to a level 23% l...
Famous tourist sites remain closed as lockdown rules are eased
Visitor to France will not yet be able to see the Mona Lisa, climb the Eiffel Tower or look around the Palace of Versailles.
Ajit Jogi, Chhattisgarh's first chief minister, passes away at 74 in Raipur; 'state lost its father,' says son Amit
Former Chhattisgarh chief minister Ajit Jogi died in Raipur on Friday after prolonged illness, doctors said.
Show will go on at Japanese Derby despite coronavirus
The countdown is on for one of the most prestigious horse races in Japan, as the clock ticks down to 3:40 p.m. on Sunday, when the Japanese Derby will be r
India’s coronavirus death toll overtakes that of China
This is the first time that the single-day spike crossed the 7,000 mark.
Girl, 2, suffers life-threatening injuries after falling 40ft from bedroom window in front of ‘hysterical’ parents
A TODDLER suffered life-threatening injuries after plunging 40ft from her bedroom window in Portsmouth as her horrified neighbours yelled “that’s your baby” to her parents. The tw…
Coronavirus: Tebas wants 2020-21 to start on September 12 as LaLiga chief warns of €700m losses
Javier Tebas wants LaLiga to get back underway on June 11 so the next season can start from September 12.
Williams says any team sale would be to secure F1 future
LONDON (Reuters) - Williams are prepared to end decades of family control and sell the struggling Formula One team to secure its future after tough times on and off the track, deputy principal Claire Williams said on Friday.
NLC to receive £10million in extra funding to help fight coronavirus
Council leader Jim Logue welcomed the funding, with its allocation between areas having been agreed at a meeting of local government organisation Cosla last week.
Setback for Jagan Reddy-led government as Andhra HC reinstates state election commissioner
The court set aside an ordinance shortening the tenure of the state election commissioner from five to three years, which had led to Ramesh Kumar’s expulsion.
Twitter's ex-CEO stepped up the Silicon Valley beef and attacked Facebook for being a hotbed of anti-vaxxer Bill Gates conspiracy theories
Dick Costolo, who was Twitter CEO from 2010 to 2015, pointed to a recent poll which found 50% of Fox viewers believed a Bill Gates conspiracy theory.
Buhari has done well in power supply, security –FG
Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja The Federal Government on Friday said the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has put the country on an irreversible road to development in the last one ye...
CNN reporter, crew freed after being arrested while covering George Floyd protests
A CNN reporter and his crew have been released from custody after being arrested live on-air Friday morning while covering the ongoing protests in Minneapolis over the police-involved killing of George Floyd.
New Otago Community Trust Chair Appointed
Otago Community Trust has today announced the appointment of John Wilson as its new chair. John takes over the Trust’s chair role from Ross McRobie effective from 1 June 2020. Ross will remain on the board of Otago Community Trust as a trustee until such time that the Minister of Finance makes the new trustee appointments.
Debate over $600 in jobless aid to intensify as claims rise
The money, included in a government relief package enacted in March, is set to expire July 31.
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
WASHINGTON, May 29 — The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump today. Trump said that he will hold a press conference today about China amid soaring tensions...
UP Police Book Two Aligarh Muslim Univerity Students For Pro-Pakistan Post On Social Media
The two have been booked under sections 153A and 153B of IPC, and Section 66D of the IT Act.
Trump versus Twitter battle intensifies; could backfire on president [Updated]
The Trump versus Twitter battle has escalated, with the president signing an executive order that threatens the legal status of social networks, and ...
Twitter hides Trump tweet for violating terms of service on 'glorifying violence'
The tweet was in reference to protests in Minneapolis regarding the death of George Floyd.
Peter Crouch opens up on how Roy Keane meeting left him £25k out of pocket
The former Liverpool frontman says the encounter happened shortly after he had moved to Anfield after impressing for Southampton as they were relegated from the Premier League
Glamorous sisters who took turns slapping an ex-boyfriend they ran into during a drunken birthday party walk free from court after admitting they let their 'emotions overflow'
Irene Koukounaris, 25, and her sister Nansia Koukounaris, 23, faced Waverley Court for their 'slap attack' on Michael Ensor during a birthday party at Bondi Beach Public Bar.
Scamsters create fake Facebook account of senior IPS officer in Tamil Nadu
This was an attempt to lure the officer’s followers into transferring money towards a fake finance scheme, police said
Timeline of sport’s response to coronavirus on Friday, May 29
The FA Cup final will be played on August 1, while police set out up to six Premier League matches they would like to be played at neutral venues.
Gardai appeal for witnesses in connection with Darndale shooting
On Thursday, May 14, a male in his late teens was wounded after a shooting in the Darndale area o...
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
(Reuters) - Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:
Tummies filled by Mdluli Safari Lodge
Mdluli Safari Lodge staff members handed out food parcels to needy families at Bhekiswayo Secondary School last week.
Singapore says Malaysia wants further deferral of joint rail project
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore said on Friday it was reviewing a request by neighbouring Malaysia to further suspend a high speed rail project set to link the city-state to Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur.
PlayStation 5 reveal is coming up to avoid possible leaks - Gizchina.com
PlayStation 5 reveal is coming up to avoid possible leaks. Some reports has confirmed the start of mass production of the PlayStation 5.
Winners Of Counter-Strike Tournament Banned After The Event For Cheating
Cheaters get banned every day, but something you don’t see too often is the cheaters getting banned after winning a tournament.
Legislative changes to support the wellbeing of veterans and their families - Govt
Minister for Veterans Ron Mark has welcomed the First Reading of a Bill that will make legislative changes to further improve the veterans’ support system.
More injury woe for Everton's Gbamin
Everton midfielder Jean-Philippe Gbamin will play no part in the remainder of the season after the Premier League club said he will undergo ...
Evidence of Cannabis Use Reportedly Found at Ancient Israelite Temple Altar
The researchers argued that the practice of burning pot might've been employed by the priests at Jerusalem as well.
25 years on: Glory for Ajax and the Bosman ruling which changed European football
PARIS: When Patrick Kluivert scored the winner for Ajax in the 1995 Champions League final, it might have been the start of another period of ...
Donald Trump: Rioting 'Thugs' Dishonor George Floyd; 'When the Looting Starts the Shooting Starts'
President Donald Trump reacted angrily to the second night of rioting and looting in Minneapolis in reaction to the death of George Floyd.
Man, girlfriend bag jail terms for stealing 64 chickens
A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Kafanchan, Kaduna State has jailed a 35-year-old man, Abdullahi Sani, and his 20-year-old girlfriend, Sarah Paul, for stealing 64 chickens.
Contact made: Arsenal step up interest in prolific forward amid doubts over key duo
Gunners could have major void to fill...
India-China dispute: Rahul Gandhi urges Centre to ‘come clean, tell country what’s happening’
The Congress leader claimed that the Centre’s silence about the border situation was fueling massive speculation and uncertainty at a time of crisis.
CNN reporter, crew freed after being arrested while covering George Floyd protests
A CNN reporter and his crew have been released from custody after being arrested live on-air Friday morning while covering the ongoing protests in Minneapolis over the police-involved killing of George Floyd.
Motorcyclist, 28, who mowed down and killed tourist, 45, in front of her 2 sons at double the speed limit jailed
A RECKLESS motorcyclist who killed a tourist after ploughing into her at double the speed limit in front of her sons as she checked a map has been caged. Jack Gough, 28, slammed into French nationa…
Monkeys steal coronavirus test samples at Meerut Medical College; create panic
Doctors collected the samples from the patients again but the incident has sparked fear in the area as the samples believed to be of coronavirus patients are still with the monkeys
The Biggest Party In Kyrgyzstan Continues To Splinter Amid Infighting
Kyrgyzstan's largest party, the Social Democrats, suffered a rift last year amid an internal feud of its most prominent members and now another section has split from the main party just months before parliamentary elections.
UL agrees to refund student accommodation costs
The University of Limerick has announced that rent paid by students who then had to vacate their student accommodation because of the Covid-19 health crisis, will be refunded to them.
Minnesota native Pete Hegseth reacts to riots: The state has 'no strong leadership'
Fox News contributor Pete Hegseth said on Friday that there is no strong leadership in Minnesota to squelch the Minneapolis riots that have raged after the killing of George Floyd.
Deep Dive: Offering An End-To-End Experience Through ATMs
This Deep Dive explores the latest ATM banking innovations and credit unions' redefined roles as COVID-19 restrictions alter their relationships with members.
Serie A gets June 20 return date after 2 months of suspension
Serie A will finally return to action on June 20. The Italian sports minister Vincenzo Spadafora confirmed the news adding that the season must end by August 20
Elastic: Attractive Expansion Around Its Core Competencies
Elastic is leveraging its core competence in IaaS search technology to expand into the fast-growing cloud security and APM markets. It also continues to maintai
UK government launches fund to boost smart device security
It's estimated that there could be as many as 75 billion connected devices worldwide by 2025, but the increased popularity of 'smart' equipment comes with risk as many products currently on sale lack basic cybersecurity.
Modi’s Rs 21 lakh cr package not enough; industry says govt needs to do this for companies to survive
Given the major disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the industry has asked for increased government spending, direct cash transfers to consumers, and deferment of taxes.
UK’s largest solar farm to be built in Kent despite countryside concerns
Construction work on Cleve Hill solar park is due to begin in 2021, with the site operational by April 2022.
PUBG Mobile Lite BC generator: All you need to know
The PUBG Mobile Lite BC generator is illegal. Players caught using it may face a permanent ban.
CNN Reporter Arrested by Minnesota Police During Live Broadcast - Photo, Video
Amid the raging Minneapolis riots, US President Donald Trump has assured Minnesota Governor Tim Walz that he is ready to send in the military in the event that local...
China faces mounting pressure over Hong Kong security law
US, Britain succeed in securing an informal discussion at the UNSC as Canada and Australia too criticise planned law.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey hits back at Trump over leadership jab
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey lashed back early Friday at President Trump, who accused him of being a “very weak” leader amid the protests roiling the city over George Floyd’s death.
Famous tourist sites remain closed as lockdown rules are eased
Visitor to France will not yet be able to see the Mona Lisa, climb the Eiffel Tower or look around the Palace of Versailles.
Toddler fighting for life after 40ft plummet from tower block window
Residents from the building described how they heard a 'massive thud' when the two year old girl fell from her third-storey window
Monkeys steal coronavirus blood samples in India
LUCKNOW, India (Reuters) - A troop of monkeys in India attacked a medical official and snatched away blood samples of patients who had tested positive for the novel coronavirus, authorities said on Friday.
Football wants clarity on stadium rebuild for Women's World Cup bid
FFA asks Berejiklian government to consider delay until late 2023 ahead of FIFA vote to decide who will host Women's World Cup.
Trump takes on social media sites after Twitter dares to fact-check his wildly inaccurate claims
In what can best be described as one of the biggest tantrums ever, US President Donald Trump is taking his fury out on social media sites following Twitter fact-checking two of his tweets and showing his claims to be wrong.
Excluded from pandemic pay
More than 250,000 health, social services and corrections employees in British Columbia are receiving “temporary pandemic pay” for working on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic. But a local court clerk doesn't know why her and her coworkers haven't been included.
Oppo Band listed on TMall, JD & official website, Launching in June
Yesterday, Oppo Band EVA Limited Edition was revealed by the company along with other accessories to celebrate 25th anniversary of Neon Genesis Evangelion anime. We thought it was the first time the brand has showcased the Oppo Band. But it turns out it had already teased the regular version last week and the listings for …
Shoalhaven Zoo lion attack leaves woman critically injured
A woman has been attacked by a lion at Shoalhaven Zoo on the NSW south coast. The woman has injuries to her neck and back.
Storm Unearths Wreck of Century-Old Boat in Utah’s Great Salt Lake
The vessel may belong to a fleet used to construct and maintain a railroad causeway that crosses the briny body of water
The Epic Games Store Is Giving Away Borderlands: The Handsome Collection For Free On PC Until June 4
After recently giving away Grand Theft Auto V and Civilization VI, the Epic Games Store is now offering Borderlands: The Handsome Collection for free on PC until June 4. If you download it now, it’s yours to keep forever....
Dave Bautista: WWE legend blasts Trump over response to George Floyd’s death
The response of the US President Donald Trump to protests in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd has angered WWE legend Dave Bautista, Daily Star reports
Fiction reviews: Lawrence Wright's The End of October and three others
Lawrence Wright's thriller about a global pandemic is eerily prescient.
Flashback Friday: When Abhishek Bachchan's PDA made wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan blush on stage
Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan are one of the most popular Bollywood couples, who enjoys a huge fan following. The beautiful couple has
Sen. Cortez Masto Withdraws Her Name from Consideration for VP
Presumed Democratic nominee Joe Biden’s vice presidential shortlist became shorter
Good News For Deepika Padukone Fans! The Actress Is Continuing To Work While In Lockdown
The country has been in lockdown for over 2 months now and the entire film fraternity has come to an indefinite halt. There is a great lack of job in all this but there are many people who are manag
'A dud deal': Opposition promises to scrap BRI deal with China if elected
Opposition Leader Michael O'Brien said the Belt and Road Initiative with China was not in the state's interest and he would abolish it, if elected.
1 dead, 8 injured in Lagos-Ibadan expressway auto-crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun on Friday said that one person died while eight others sustained injuries in a multiple accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Thursday.
Citi indicator sees 70% chance of market losses from here
Daily roundup of research and analysis from The Globe and Mail’s market strategist Scott Barlow
Langford man facing charges after allegedly fleeing traffic stop
A 38-year-old Langford man is facing numerous charges after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop and getting involved in a two-vehicle collision nearby.The driver of the second vehicle suffered serious . . .
Mahathir vows to challenge expulsion from his own party
Malaysia's former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad and four other former members have promised to challenge their removal from the Bersatu party.
Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says
BEIJING: China will attack Taiwan if there is no other way of stopping it from becoming independent, one of the country's most senior generals ...
Janhvi Kapoor or Khushi Kapoor: Who rocked the checkered pants look better?
Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor are one of the most adored siblings in Bollywood. The sisters are currently under quarantine with their father Boney K
Cruise ship ban extended, effectively scuttling season in Greater Victoria
The cruise-ship season that was forecast to bring more than three quarters of a million passengers to Victoria’s shores — and an estimated $130 million in economic activity — has . . .
Man booked for morphing Godse’s picture on currency
M.P. police act a week after social media post
Sanofi says ‘no favoritism’ when COVID-19 vaccines become available
There are now 110 candidate vaccines for COVID-19, which the DOH is eyeing to be given primarily to 'vulnerable' sectors of the population
Sun Pharma to test pancreatitis drug in COVID-19 patients in India
BENGALURU (Reuters) - Drugmaker Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd said on Friday it has received Indian regulatory approval to start clinical trials of a pancreatitis drug in COVID-19 patients.
Vienna's Hotel Sacher turns suites into pop-up restaurants
VIENNA (Reuters) - Secret love affairs, tricky business deals and political negotiations - Vienna’s opulent five-star Hotel Sacher has been a popular spot for delicate missions since it opened in 1876.
EFF, Public Protector lose ConCourt bid to appeal interdict against Gordhan remedial action
The Constitutional Court has dismissed an application which the EFF and Public Protector lodged in a case involving Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan.
Man City wait for Vincent Kompany return will stretch beyond summer
Vincent Kompany only left Manchester City last year but was linked with a shock return to the club this summer as part of Pep Guardiola's staff
How to develop accurate and efficient methods for audiovisual content management
Audiovisual media content is not only an essential tool for communication and entertainment, it is also seen as a useful source of modern history. To enable everyone to benefit from such informative documents, ...
Nissan unveils four-year transformation plan – to cut production by 20%, reduce model range, focus on EVs
Nissan, which yesterday announced a net loss of 671 billion yen (RM27.1 billion) for the year that ended in March, has revealed a four-year restructuring
Russia slams ‘dangerous’ US foreign policy moves
Russia said on Thursday the United States was acting in a dangerous and unpredictable way, after Washington withdrew from a key military treaty and moved to ramp up pressure on Iran.
White House dares Twitter by reposting flagged Trump tweet
US News: The White House thumbed its nose at Twitter on Friday by reposting a President Trump tweet that the social media giant had just taken the unprecedente
Jimmy Kimmel TROLLS Donald Trump: “The President Is Mad At An App…”
Television host-comedian Jimmy Kimmel had a gala time hitting out at US President Donald Trump. He trolled Trump as he is busy in a war on Twitter, while the entire country is facing a rage in the w
Fast-track construction of S.African hospital in response to COVID-19
In South Africa, the construction of a R3 billion hospital, originally scheduled for completion by November, has been fast-tracked to open by June.
Canada exploring ways to reunite families divided by COVID-19 border closure
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is exploring ways to reunite family members divided by the temporary travel restrictions
These Man United fans back idea to offer Dortmund ace on loan in possible Jadon Sancho deal
Should Manchester United consider offering this talent to Dortmund in a bid to seal a move for Sancho?
Euro Fight Flashback: Fabian Edwards’ upkicks lead to KO at Bellator Birmingham
The middleweight prospect gave his hometown crowd something to shout about when he delivered one of his most memorable finishes to date.
Non-payment of dues since lockdown: Notice served to Statue of Unity contractor L&T
On Friday morning, the SoU management in a statement confirmed that L&T, which has constructed the statue and is also responsible for the maintenance of the site, had defaulted on the payment of wages to its outsourced employees -- mostly the housekeeping staff and security personnel.
Piers Morgan's rarely seen sons as GMB host says he'll 'break lockdown' to see family
Piers Morgan was very vocal in his response to the Dominic Cummings row and said if Boris Johnson didn't fire his aide he would 'deem lockdown over' and see his family
Sony PlayStation 5 reveal event dated for June 4
Sony to unveil new games in hourlong presentation
Democracy Day: Buhari fights corruption, though surrounds himself with dodgy politicians, says CDD
THE Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has scored President Muhammadu Buhari low in the fight against corruption, despite hi
Renault to cut 15,000 jobs in ‘vital’ cost-cutting plan
Production capacity will be cut to 3.3m by 2024 from 4m vehicles currently
EUR/USD: ECB and a packed US data could wane the optimism
EUR/USD is awake, alive, and kicking, hitting the highest in two months. The all-important ECB decision and potentially another devastating US jobs re
James Morrison appointed assistant boss of West Brom's under-23s
Fan favourite James Morrison has been appointed as the assistant manager of Albion's under-23s.
Mrs Browns Boys Eilish O'Carroll admits she's feeling very down during lockdown
The actress who's known for playing Winnie McGoogan in the hit RTE show admitted to feeling low during lockdown.
WHO and 37 countries launch alliance aimed at sharing tools to tackle coronavirus pandemic
The effort aims to provide a one-stop shop for scientific knowledge, data and intellectual property amid a pandemic that has infected more than 5.8 million people and killed more than 360,000
French mortality rate in May below previous years despite epidemic
PARIS (Reuters) - Fewer people died in France in early May than in the same period in the two previous years following high excess death rates during the peak of the coronavirus epidemic in March-April, statistics agency INSEE said on Friday.
Police free CNN reporter arrested live on TV covering Minneapolis protests
Police in Minneapolis released a CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early Friday morning during violent protests in the city.
Sony PS5 livestream reveal gets June 4 date, to showcase future of gaming
PlayStation is gearing up for a new presentation in early June 4 in which they will reveal 'the future of gaming' on the PS5.
Fomer EastEnders actor Aaron Sidwell fears he might earn nothing this year
Actor Aaron Sidwell says he could easily earn nothing this year.
ESPN Analyst: Patrick Mahomes Needs 3 Super Bowls To Claim GOAT Status Over Tom Brady
ESPN analyst Dominique Foxworth revealed what he believes Patrick Mahomes needs to accomplish in order to become the greatest of all time.
Twin depression alert in Arabian Sea as monsoon draws closer
Low-pressure areas at both ends seen intensifying
LANE: Remember Oak Apple Day, England's Non-Socialist May Day
While international socialism has misappropriated May Day, a conservative Spring celebration alternative remains half-forgotten.
Police investigating after alleged vandalism at Montreal synagogue
MONTREAL — B’nai Brith Canada is describing a recent act of vandalism against a Montreal-area synagogue as one of the worst such incidents in Canada in recent years.
US gets onboard G7’s artificial intelligence group to counter China
PTI Washington The US has joined an international panel for setting ethical guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence. The Trump administration ha
Democrats broaden probe into firing of State Department watchdog
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Eliot Engel (D-N.Y.) and Sen.
Federal grant to help UArizona telehealth resource center assist communities
The Southwest center is one of 13 such centers around the country that provide help particularly for rural and underserved communities.
Hillary Clinton accuses Trump of 'calling for violence against American citizens' with Minneapolis tweet
Hillary Clinton on Friday accuses President Trump of “calling for violence against American citizens” when he tweeted about cracking down against riots in Minneapolis -- with Trump’s 2016 rival using the controversy to urge people to work to vote him out of office in November.
Neighbor ‘driven crazy’ by noisy rooster ‘murdered its owner by sticking his fingers in his eyes until he died’
A MAN killed his neighbour by gouging out his eyes with his bare hands over a noisy rooster, police say. Richard Ellison, 47, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder of Benny Foutch…
Train with 1,520 passengers leaves Mysuru for New Jalpaiguri
The 10th Shramik Special service from the Mysuru Railway division was flagged off from Ashokapuram in the city. The train bound for New Jalpaiguri and carrying 1,520 passengers, was flagged off at 1 p
Premier League chief provides major update on financial package for EFL clubs
Nottingham Forest and the rest of the English Football League have been without matchday income since March
Sanwo-Olu scores high on THEMES agenda - The Nation Nigeria
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu ran his election campaign on “a vision for a greater Lagos.” He based his development agenda upon six pillars called T.H.E.M.E.S...
Satellite images show mid-May activity at Chinese base
Satellite images analysed by India Today's Open Source Intelligence Team (OSINT) show movement of large vehicles at the Chinese post in Aksai Chin, the part of Ladakh region occupied by Beijing since the 1962 conflict with India.
Sebi imposes Rs 28 lakh fine on 14 individuals for fraudulent share trading
Sebi has levied Rs 28 lakh fine paid jointly or severally by 14 individuals.
UK PM's senior adviser Cummings considers quitting later this year: Daily Mail
(This May 28 story corrects paragraph 3 to make clear police were referring to Cummings’ trip to Barnard Castle, not his London-northern England trip)
Covid-19 spreading too fast to lift lockdown in England – Sage advisers
Scientist says 8,000 daily coronavirus infections makes relaxing restrictions too risky
Covid-19: Childcare criteria to include parents who need it for work from June 29th
Children will be grouped into ‘pods’ of between six and 12 when sector reopens
As more COVID-19 testing leads to prison workers being out, DPS asks other law enforcement if they’d work at prisons
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety is asking law enforcement officers from other state agencies whether they would be willing to work at state prisons in the event the agency has a major shortage of correctional officers due to COVID-19, according to documents obtained by WBTV.
Wuhan wet market 'was not where coronavirus started but was super-spreader site'
The state-backed Chinese Centre of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said genetic evidence proves coronavirus originated from bats before it jumped to humans
EU weighs China policy amid concern over Hong Kong moves
The ministers, holding talks via videoconference, are weighing the need for firm policy against the damage that it might do to business ties between the Asian economic giant and the world's biggest trading bloc.
[Update: Mistaken rollout] OxygenOS 10.5.9 for OnePlus 8 Pro disables the Color Filter camera
The latest OxygenOS 10.5.9 update for the OnePlus 8 Pro is actually disabling the devices Color Filter camera and, therefore, its basic X-ray capabilities.
MPs back teachers’ bid to prevent ‘digital divide’ in Suffolk schools
Suffolk MPs are to press the Department for Education to ensure schools have the funds to avoid a “digital divide” opening up between their pupils in the post-coronavirus world of learning.
Household income surged in April despite the collapsing labor market
CARES Act benefits worked really well.
Instacart’s tip-baiting system is short-changing shoppers, senators say
Congress wants regulators to get involved.
Travel industry using cleanliness, celebs to woo customers
NEW YORK/LONDON/BEIJING – Lysol is starring with celebrities and rock-bottom prices in the US$8 trillion (S$11.3t) global travel industry’s pitch to get people back on the road and in the air. What was scrubbed from view now leads marketing campaigns as cleanliness is...
Greece will open its borders next month to holidaymakers from 29 countries
The Greek Tourism Industry has today listed 29 countries from which holidaymakers will be welcomed back to Greece next week as the country...
Women’s hostel guard beaten to death in Palakkad
Murderer sneaked into hostel compound on Thursday night
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers reveals he had coronavirus
The Foxes manager, and his wife, fell ill at the end of March.
English schools opening now may increase coronavirus 'R' rate by 0.3, scientists warn
A group of experts calling themselves the Independent Sage Group warned reopening schools on June 1 risks pushing the 'R' rate above one and could lead to a new surge of infections
CDC releases guidelines on how schools can reopen safely this fall
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released an extensive list of guidelines on how schools can reopen this fall safely.
Vietnamese cops bust $2.6bn online gambling ring
Vietnamese police have smashed a massive online card ring with revenues estimated at $2.6 billion, the biggest ever bust of its kind in a country where most gambling is banned but remains rampant.
Newcastle reveal they have almost doubled profits in last 12 months and Mike Ashley paid for Sports Direct advertising
The latest Newcastle United club have accounts have been published
Hundreds of troops deployed as angry U.S. anti-racism protests spread
Overnight demonstrators break through law enforcement barriers to overtake the Minneapolis police station where the 4 officers blamed for George Floyd's death are based
Coronavirus pandemic: India’s death toll overtakes that of China
The country has registered 175 deaths and a record 7,466 fresh coronavirus infection cases in the last 24 hrs till Friday 8 am, according to the Union Health Ministry.
‘When The Looting Starts, The Shooting Starts’: Trump Quotes ’60s Police Chief’s Bloody Phrase
President Donald Trump on Friday tweeted a phrase that recalled the racist police violence of the ’60s: “When the looting...
Ukrainian Interior Minister Says Shooting In Kyiv Region Linked To Corruption
Ukrainian Interior Minister Arsen Avakov has said that a mass shooting incident in the town of Brovary near the capital is linked to corruption among Kyiv city and region's authorities.
Sick Scots takeaway boss locked drunk woman in his restaurant before carrying out horrific rape attack
Behroz Hamedi assaulted the intoxicated 21-year-old victim after she became separated from friends on a night out.
Covid-19 cases in Asia-Pacific continue to rise as India reports biggest daily jump of 7,466 new cases
India's federal health ministry reported 175 more deaths and 7,466 new positive cases due to the Covid-19 pandemic
Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus
While several countries further relax restrictions designed to contain the coronavirus, with Italy and England due to restart their top-flight soccer leagues next month, Russia, Brazil and Mexico kept struggling with rising numbers of cases and deaths.
What's your preference? Chai or Coffee: Rahane asks fans
Off the field News: Is Ajinkya Rahane a tea person or does he prefer coffee more? India's Test vice-captain has left that question unanswered but on Friday, the ace batsm
Government aiming to reopen all schools in late August
The Taoiseach says the Government intends to reopen all schools at the start of the next academic...
Man hired for sexual broom fantasy cleared after breaking into wrong house
A knife-toting Australian hired to break into another man's home, tie him up and stroke him with a broom has been cleared of intimidation after accidentally entering the wrong house.
Philadelphia escort among victims in Long Island Gilgo Beach murder case, DNA shows
Remains found by Long Island detectives assigned to the Gilgo Beach murder case belong to a Philadelphia escort, an identification made through DNA and genetic genealogy.
Wish This Pension Could End Prejudice Too: Kashmiri Transgenders
After Raj Bhavan accorded sanction to a financial scheme for Kashmiri transgender community, many beleaguered members kept wondering about the perennial prejudice they face for having a different orientation
Vanishing jobs for young could create ‘lock-down generation’ | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
GENEVA >> Bashar Ali Naim used to work in a perfume and accessories store in Baghdad, earning $480 per week on average. About three months ago, the coronavirus outbreak swept into Iraq, and the 28-year-old father of two has been out of work ever since.
Racism not ruled out as motive in unprovoked tripping of Burnaby, B.C., senior
BURNABY, B.C. - Police in Metro Vancouver are searching for a woman who casually approached a senior who was using a walker, tripped her from behind and wal
Prince Harry praises young volunteers who are delivering food packages to the vulnerable in London during a video call with charities and says 'helping people makes you feel better'
Prince Harry, 35, spoke with young volunteers about delivering food packages to the vulnerable in London on a video call released by the charity Street Games on Twitter today.
EPA orders Merck to address persistent problem of bad odours from east Cork plant
The State environmental watchdog has instructed a leading medical science and technology firm to take “significant action” to address the persistent problem of bad odours coming from its plant in east Cork.
Gujarat: Infant twins recover from COVID-19 in Mehsana
Twin brother and sister from Mehsana district of Gujarat, who had tested positive for COVID-19 within few days of birth, have recovered from the deadly infection, an official said on Friday. The
The death of George Floyd was an act of murder, plain and simple
The Minneapolis police department’s failure to arrest the officers responsible threatens our most basic sense of justice
Agri dept, district officials carry out overnight operation to clear locust swarms in UP’s Jhansi
Teams of the Agriculture department, district administration and the central government sprayed insecticides using fire brigade vehicles and other means all through the night, Deputy Director, Agriculture, Kamal Katihar said.
'If There Is One Thing I'd Most Like to Clarify From My Playing Career, It Is This Incident'
One infamous photograph which still lingers to this day depicts Ronan O'Gara famously meeting Queen Elizabeth with his hands in his pockets.
Trump calls Minneapolis protesters ‘thugs,’ vows action
Trump tweeted after protesters torched a Minneapolis police station, capping three days of violent protests US over the death of George Floyd, who pleaded for air as a white police officer knelt on his neck.
Setback for YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, Andhra Pradesh HC quashes ordinance curtailing State Election Commissioner’s tenure
Election Commissioner of Andhra Pradesh: YS Jagan Mohan Reddy government in Andhra Pradesh had promulgated an ordinance to curtail the tenure of Andhra Pradesh State Election Commissioner from five to three years.
PlayStation 5 Digital Showcase Event Confirmed For June 4th
After weeks of speculation, it has been confirmed that the PlayStation 5 digital showcase event will be held next week, on June 4th.
Woman, 28, makes court appearance over alleged murder of her partner in Langley Mill
A provisional trial date has been set
When will beer gardens reopen?
A refreshing pint at your local might not be too far off.
Trump’s gaffe on call with PM Modi is not a first, but a pattern
While officials acknowledge breach of protocol by the American President, they point out that the India-U.S. relationship remains strong nonetheless
Sony announces PS5 event for June 4th
We might finally get a glimpse at the PS5 console.
The rules on playing golf in Wales just changed significantly for thousands of golfers
In light of the Welsh Government's new lockdown restrictions, the rules on who you can play golf with have changed
Quentin Tarantino: The Social Network is 'hands down' the best film of 2010s
After naming Dunkirk runner-up in January, the director has revealed his top pick from the last decade as David Fincher’s Facebook drama, which ‘crushes all the competition’
Antarctic ice sheets retreated at a faster rate in the past, study suggests
Scientists analysed wave-like ridges on the Antarctic seafloor
Poor and black, northeast Brazil faces virus 'hurricane'
Brazil's northeast, a harsh place of arid land, cyclical drought and crushing poverty, is emerging as the next crisis zone in the coronavirus pandemic.
Labrador gives birth to one of the biggest litters in history for the breed
The 14 adorable puppies make up the biggest labrador litter in England.
When Liam Hemsworth Learnt Of Wife Miley Cyrus Cheating On Him With Kaitlynn Carter Through Social Media!
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth first met during the filming of the movie ‘The Last Song’ and instantly got attracted to each other. The two got engaged in 2012 and married in 2018. Sadly their m
North Carolina Democrats 'dragging their feet' on convention rules, RNC chief says
The comments by RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel on a popular North Carolina radio show came a day after her letter to Governor Roy Cooper setting a June 3 deadline to approve safety and logistical measures - such as how many people can gather together - to prevent the spread of the coronavirus during the
Larry Fitzgerald helps boy celebrate end of cancer treatment
A 9-year-old boy from South Dakota is celebrating being cancer-free and he got a special congratulations from one of Arizona’s biggest sports stars.
Work from home or face fines – Premier’s warning to Victorians
Victoria has toughened its stance on people returning to workplaces, flagging the possibility of fines for those who do not work from home if they can.
PS5 Exclusives Remain on Schedule Despite COVID-19 Pandemic
Bring them on
Magic Leap is looking for a new CEO as founder Rony Abovitz is stepping down
Abovitz said in a message on the company’s website that after securing “significant” new funding and pivoting to focus on delivering a spatial computing platform for enterprise clients, both he and the board agreed that a change in his role…
Coronavirus: Three more deaths, 17 new cases reported in North
New statistics show care home residents account for more than half of region’s Covid-19 deaths
'The High Note' Soundtrack Might Just Be The Album Of The Summer
In The High Note, Tracee Ellis Ross plays Grace Davis, a famous singer in the third decade of her career. She's joined by her assistant, Maggie (Dakota Johnson), who keeps everything running smoothly for Grace, while dreaming of becoming a music…
Victor Osimhen: Nigerian striker rejects Napoli, eyes move to English Premier League
There are reports that Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has rejected a possible offer by Italian giants Napoli, indicating that he wants to feature in the Pr
For second day running, Delhi records more than thousand Covid-19 cases
In a change of strategy, Kejriwal government narrative now focuses on stressing that most patients recover without serious consequences
Covid-19: ‘Not worried about virus, but government apathy,’ say AIIMS healthcare workers
Over 206 healthcare workers have tested positive at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi.
South Korea seeks to import anti-viral remdesivir as new coronavirus cases emerge
South Korean health authorities said on Friday they would request imports of Gilead Sciences Inc's anti-viral drug remdesivir to treat COVID-19, ...
Hong Kong on borrowed time as China pushes for more control | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BANGKOK >> Hong Kong has been living on borrowed time ever since the British made it a colony nearly 180 years ago, and all the more so after Beijing took control in 1997 and granted it autonomous status.
Global champagne sales fizzle amid coronavirus pandemic because people aren't celebrating
Now this is just cham-painful.
Feds looking at ways to reunite families amid COVID-19 border restrictions with U.S.
Some families with members of dual-citizenship have become separated due to the pandemic
Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla dies of pneumonia in Ahmedabad; 84-year-old had predicted early end to COVID-19 pandemic
Renowned astrologer Bejan Daruwalla passed away on Friday evening at a private hospital in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He was 89.
Man wanted to go to the beach during lockdown so flew his private jet 300 miles
The civilian pilot sparked an emergency response from the Ministry of Defence guards and fire crews at an RAF base in Anglesey
Advisors, beef processors and Sheiks top list of largest farm subsidy payments in 2019
Agricultural advisors, semi-State companies, Larry Goodman and Sheiks are among the top beneficaries, as well as farmers, of EU farm payments, according to the latest list of CAP beneficaries published by the Department of Agriculture.
Two-time world champion Gary Anderson storms into PDC Home Tour semi-finals
The Scot had another perfect night on the oche.
Adeolokun, McKeown and Leader set to leave Connacht next month
Ireland international Niyi Adeolokun will leave Connacht when his contract expires next month as ...
Round Three! Boxer Amir Khan ignores Covid lockdown rules AGAIN to host family party for his daughter's sixth birthday
The boxer and wife Faryal Makhdoom held the surprise bash for Lamaisah at their home in Bolton and he could not resist posting a video of events to his 1.3 million Instagram followers.
Sony will reveal PS5 games on June 4, It's the first of many events for the next-gen console - Gizchina.com
After an oppressive silence, Sony finally confirmed: There will be an event for the PS5 on June 4. The company made this announcement through its ...
Motel bought for fire victims
The provincial government has purchased a motel to house dozens of people displaced by a fire in Campbell River last month.
U.S. hospitals slash use of drug championed by Trump as coronavirus treatment
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. hospitals said they have pulled way back on the use of hydroxychloroquine, the malaria drug touted by President Donald Trump as a COVID-19 treatment, after several studies suggested it is not effective and may pose significant risks.
On this day: Born May 30, 1949: Bob Willis, English cricketer
LONDON (Reuters) - Steaming in off his long run, curls bobbing, eyes fixed on the stumps, there have been few more intimidating sights in world cricket than fast bowler Bob Willis in his prime.
Five more coronavirus deaths recorded at Bristol and North Somerset hospitals
There are now 698 confirmed coronavirus cases in Bristol
Trump space speech in Florida likely to test apolitical nature of NASA
White House recognizes the role human spaceflight could play in Florida in 2020.
Incoming Australia boss Dave Rennie taking lessons from Glasgow stint
Coach is leaving his post in Scotland.
Toshakhana case: NAB court issues arrest warrant against Nawaz Sharif
Toshakhana case: NAB court issues arrest warrant against Nawaz Sharif
Google Docs used by hackers in 65% of attacks to steal login credentials
Amid the global pandemic, cybercriminals are increasingly using coronavirus as a lure to trick unfocused users by capitalising on their fear and uncertainty
Author launches romcom series set in Devon
Following on from the success of her ‘Another Cup of Coffee’ series and ‘The Cornish Escape’, Jenny Kane, has announced the launch of a brand new series of romcoms
BP licenses PTA technology to Weilian Chemical
BP plc (London, U.K.) has entered into an agreement to license its latest generation technology for the production of purified terephthalic acid (PTA) to C
Debate over USD 600 in jobless aid to intensify as claims rise
A debate in Congress over whether to extend USD 600 a week in federally provided benefits to the unemployed looks sure to intensify with the number of people receiving the aid now topping 30 million one in five workers.
Uplifting news: Group raises thousands and artist unveils mural in Birmingham
A round-up of Friday’s feelgood stories.
COVID-19 break a blessing in disguise, allowed me to reassess my game: Golfer Shubhankar Sharma
Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma says the coronavirus-forced break has been a blessing in disguise as it helped him reassess his game and mental state ahead of the resumption of action at the European
COVID-19: We should be your pride, not your shame - Cross River takes a swipe at FG
Cross River government has taken a swipe at the federal government accusing it of not showing concern to the state amid the spread of the coronavirus pandemic i
Trends in Covid-19 deaths: how the four nations of the UK compare
Deaths have fallen, but the pattern is not consistent.
Canada exploring ways to reunite families divided by COVID-19 border closure
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is exploring ways to reunite family members divided by the temporary travel restrictions at the Canada-U.S. border.
COVID-19: CAN writes El-Rufa'i to reopen churches
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kaduna State, has written Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufa'i led government of Kaduna State, asking...
'Close Your Legs': Judge's Advice to Woman, For Prevention of Sexual Assault, Costs Him His Job
Judge John Russo Jr loses job after asking a woman if she had closed her legs to try and prevent sexual assault
Committee constituted to investigate plight of women in prisons
The committee shall submit its report on the matter within a period of four months.
Summer in Mara snags June release date
Set sail with this adventure/sim mashup when it undocks this summer.
New footage ‘shows three police officers kneeling on George Floyd’ in street
WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT A new clip has emerged which appears to show three police officers kneeling on a person, with another officer standing nearby. George Floyd died in Minneapolis on Monday
Trends in Covid-19 deaths: how the four nations of the UK compare
Deaths have fallen, but the pattern is not consistent.
PS5 games reveal event confirmed for June 4
Sony has confirmed we'll be getting our first look at PS5 games on June 4.
How to watch Lance online: stream the new 30 for 30 documentary from anywhere
ESPN's latest 30 for 30 shines a light on controversial cyclist Armstrong - here's how to watch Lance online and stream part 2 of the doc from anywhere.
India’s housing sector facing its worst-ever crisis: CREDAI
IANS New Delhi Already reeling under liquidity concerns, low demand and high inventory levels, India’s housing sector is facing its biggest-ever crisis
Smoke from major Normandy fire visible from Jersey
A HUGE plume of smoke stretched across the sky to the south-east of Jersey today (29 May) after a large fire broke out at a recycling site in Normandy.
DD News shifts operations to Khelgaon after employee tests positive for Covid-19
The 53-year-old video journalist had last gone to work on May 21 and after he returned home, he started feeling uneasy and took leave.According to an official of DD News, initially they were told that he had a heatstroke and then they learnt he had a heart attack which led to his death
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers reveals he had coronavirus
The Foxes manager, and his wife, fell ill at the end of March.
Senator Millicent Omanga Out of Deputy Speaker Race
The Senate clerk noted that the nominated senator had not followed the right procedure to...
Trent says he spent ‘hours and hours’ trying to recreate iconic Gerrard goal
Liverpool full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold asked his Twitter followers for some of the best goals they’ve ever seen, and they of course complied. The Scouser was inundated with responses R…
Non-essential shops in Wales could reopen next month, says Drakeford
The First Minister indicated further relaxing of lockdown rules, before defending his ‘stay local’ five-mile restriction on travel.
Moscow revises its coronavirus death toll for April to 1,561 – more than DOUBLE the 636 fatalities they originally claimed
Moscow was criticised for its original figures and has since included 756 people who had coronavirus but died of other causes and 169 people suspected of having the virus but who tested negative.
Speed limit on Wolverhampton Ring Road dropping to 30mph
The speed limit on Wolverhampton's ring road is to be temporarily reduced in a bid to promote cycling and walking.
Angry she couldn't park in garage, woman has boyfriend's Impala project car junked
Because her boyfriend's 1967 Impala project took up the entire garage, a woman towed the car to a scrapyard. The boyfriend is allegedly pressing charges.
Twitter Hides Official White House Tweet Calling for Killings of Protesters, Too
The White House taunted Twitter on Friday by reposting Donald Trump’s tweet calling for the outright extrajudicial slaughter of Americans protesting police brutality in Minneapolis, which the social media site on Friday hid behind a label for “glorifying violence.” Twitter has now responded by doing exactly the same thing to the White House account.
One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 announces the coming of Charlotte Cracker
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Lawsuit accuses Trump administration of illegally seizing tax refunds from student loan borrowers
A class-action lawsuit filed Friday is accusing the Trump administration of illegally seizing student loan borrowers' tax refunds even after Congress halted government debt collection amid the
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Autorickshaw drivers in Gujarat seek permission to ply after May 31
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Theni CPI-(M) blames it on officials
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Former South Korean 'comfort women' leader apologises for 'banking errors'
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Chhattisgarh's first chief minister, Ajit Jogi, dies at 74
Jogi enjoyed support among tribal and scheduled caste communities because of his easy accessibility.
'How we laughed' - West Brom fans hit back at Derby County with cutting message
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Minister struggles to explain self-isolation rules when asked about childcare
'Follow the guidance, unless you can't?'
Texas Ranked Tenth in People Searching for Loans During Pandemic
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Greece to accept tourists from 29 countries from mid-June - but Ireland is not on the list
The Greek government imposed an early lockdown, which is credited with limiting the spread of Covid-19.
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Here’s How Fox News Covered the CNN Reporter’s Arrest in Minneapolis
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Mum of tragic Glasgow teen found dead blasts sick scammer who tried to con money in his memory
Mum Stephanie Bonner was heartbroken when she saw an online post pretending to raise money memory of her son.
Kalbe to start COVID-19 vaccine trial with S. Korean pharma firm
Publicly listed pharmaceutical company Kalbe Farma has signed an agreement with South Korea-based biotechnology firm Genexine Inc. to start a clinical trial of a COVID-19 candidate vaccine in Indonesia.
Amazon looks to offer full-time jobs to thousands of Arizona seasonal workers
After announcing in March that online retail giant Amazon.com Inc. would hire 6,500 seasonal, part-time employees in Arizona to cope with increased demand for products amid the spread of the coronavirus, the company is looking to turn many of those jobs into full-time positions.
Council Approves City Recovery Fund
Wellington City Council has adopted a framework to manage the new Tipu Toa: Build back better, City Recovery Fund.
WBC would allow Mike Tyson to fight for heavyweight title against Tyson Fury
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Four more women accuse Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault
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Trudeau addresses Minneapolis protests, says Canadians watching 'with shock and with horror'
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday weighed in on the escalating protests in the U.S. following the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, who died following an encounter with police.
Pilot flies to RAF base in Anglesey 'as he wanted to go to beach in lockdown'
He flew from Surrey to Wales and landed without permission.
UK weather: Sunniest spring since records began
England is set to have its driest May in 124 years as some areas warn of drought conditions.
Civil unrest spreads across America as Trump rages on and at Twitter
US News: Civil unrest exploded across America on the third day of protests in Minneapolis over the alleged daylight murder of a black man by a white police off
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Federal government to clear all Centrelink robo-debts, refund money
More than $720 million raised through the Morrison government's controversial Centrelink robo-debt program will be refunded.
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Breaking Bad’s major plot hole about Saul’s failed marriages has healed. Vince Gilligan has finally found a way to write around the plot hole
CNN crew covering unrest arrested in Minneapolis
Police arrested a CNN crew broadcasting live from the US city of Minneapolis early on Friday while covering unrest sparked by the death of a black man at the hands of law enforcement.
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Deaths have fallen, but the pattern is not consistent.
COVID-19 Tracker: Ulhasnagar crosses 300-mark; Badlapur, Ambernath witness a drop in numbers
With 33 new cases, Ulhasnagar's coronavirus tally zoomed past 300 on Friday. On the other hand, Badlapur reported two cases, while Ambernath had three cases of COVID-19.
Civilian pilot lands on closed RAF airfield 'because he wanted to go to the beach'
The pilot landed on a runway at RAF Valley on the island of Anglesey, North Wales, without permission and is believed to have flown in from an airfield in Surrey
'He was going haywire:' Video shows naked man stealing Winnipeg ambulance
Winnipeg police confirmed they are investigating after an ambulance was stolen by a naked man on Friday.
Facebook has done nothing with a Trump post that threatens shooting Minneapolis protesters even as Twitter hides it for 'glorifying violence'
On Friday morning, President Trump threatened protesters in Minneapolis via Twitter and Facebook. But only one platform censored his threat.
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers has recovered from COVID-19
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Nottinghamshire Police respond to claim that gang violence will spill onto streets after lockdown eases
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Scots primary teacher weds hubby in Zoom ceremony after coronavirus pandemic ruined dream day
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North Korea declares 'sexual immorality' treason: Parents will be punished if 'decadent capitalist influences' like Japanese porn are allowed to influence teenagers
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‘A Human Reaction to a Deeply Dysfunctional Relationship’: The Connection Between Police Violence, Looting and Riots In Minneapolis
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Devon's rights of way are in danger and your help is needed to save them
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Liberal legal scholar rips Twitter for censoring Trump, says 'free speech' ultimate 'loser'
Constitutional law scholar Jonathan Turley warned that Twitter's decision to level fact checks or altogether hide President Trump's tweets threatened the concept of free expression in America.
CVS opens 1,000 drive-through COVID-19 testing sites across 30 states
May 29 (UPI) -- U.S. pharmacy chain CVS on Friday opened 1,000 additional COVID-19 drive-through test sites at locations across more than 30 states and in Washington, D.C.
OpenAI debuts gigantic GPT-3 language model with 175 billion parameters
OpenAI's GPT-3 language model can generate convincing news articles and achieve state-of-the-art results on a range of NLP tasks with few-shot learning.
Water And Wastewater Price Changes From 1 July 2020
Prices for water and wastewater services in Auckland will increase by 2.5 per cent from 1 July 2020.
Brewdog launches Barnard Castle Eye Test Hazy IPA
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Hosting World Cup a factor in staging women's competition: New Zealand Rugby
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Coronavirus latest: Timeline of sport's response on Friday, May 29
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Bihar: Major showdown between RJD MLAs, cops at Rabri Devi's residence over attack on RJD worker
RJD MLAs had a showdown with the police here on Friday when they were prevented from marching towards Gopalganj district to protest against the recent attack on a party worker in which a ruling JD(U)
Monkeys run off with coronavirus samples after attacking medic
They attacked a medical official while he was walking through a college in India.
German virus ‘guru’ in crosshairs of lockdown critics
BERLIN, May 29 — One of Germany’s top virologists has become a hate figure for conspiracy theorists and the anti-lockdown movement, leading to an ugly spat with the country’s top-selling newspaper and exposing a growing rift over scientists’ role in fighting the pandemic. Christian Drosten,...
German virus 'guru' in crosshairs of lockdown critics
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Thailand to further ease COVID-19 restrictions, shorten curfew hours
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Edition Sunrise BMW X2, 3 Series and Z4 models launched in Japan only
The German car maker unveiled the BMW X2, 3 Series and Z4 Edition Sunrise limited-run editions today, aimed at the customers in Japan
WATCH: Firefighters tackle blaze on top of the Wrekin
The Wrekin was closed to visitors as fire crews tackled a large blaze on top of the landmark Shropshire hill.
2021 Buick Envision Gets Stunning Makeover, Plethora Of Safety Tech
Buick revealed the 2021 Envision crossover that’ll arrive early next year, showing off its updating look while announcing standard and available features.
Telecom services unaffected by lockdown in May
‘Nearly 97 per cent of the 1.1 billion SIMs are pre-paid, and all of them are being recharged’
Motorcyclist doing 60mph on a 30mph road is jailed after mowing down and killing French holidaymaker in front of her two teenage sons
A speeding motorcyclist who mowed down and killed a French tourist on Great Dover Street, in Borough, south London, in front of her two teenage sons has been jailed for 32 months.
Spain reports two new COVID-19 deaths, total at 27,121
MADRID (Reuters) - Spain’s Health Ministry said recorded deaths from the coronavirus outbreak reached 27,121 on Friday, increasing by two in the last 24 hours.
Prospect of T20 World Cup going ahead as planned under 'very high risk': Kevin Roberts
Cricket News: Cricket Australia chief executive Kevin Roberts on Friday said that there is a 'very high risk about the prospect' of the T20 World Cup taking place a
Brazil’s Embraer draws foreign interest after Boeing rift, say sources
SAO PAULO, May 29 — Aircraft makers are circling Brazil’s Embraer weeks after Boeing ditched plans for a historic commercial aviation tie-up, people familiar with the matter said. Boeing axed plans to buy 80 per cent of Embraer’s commercial unit in April, ending a planned move into regional...
Coronavirus ravages strategic Russian region
MOSCOW (Reuters) - The new coronavirus is sweeping through some of the mountain villages of Russia’s far-flung Dagestan region and they are struggling to treat patients properly, protect medics or even count the dead, five local officials said.
Brighton considering holding friendlies before Premier League restart
A provisional restart date of June 17 has been set amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Social distancing: Google's new tool lets you see a two-metre gap with AR | ZDNet
The experimental feature creates a two-metre bubble displayed on top of your real environment.
COVID-19: RTI plea seeks to know amount spent on equipment purchase; Health Ministry refuses info
After 22 days of filing the RTI application, Galgali received a response stating that the CPIO deals with matters related to HLL Lifecare Limited, a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
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Twitter hides Trump tweet from public, says it glorifies violence
It came just hours after Trump signed an executive order threatening Silicon Valley social media firms with new regulations over free speech.
Australia faces further cost-cutting despite improved outlook
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Alternate Baby Yoda Designs Revealed in ‘Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian’
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German official sees Lufthansa bailout in reach, demands fairness
The Berlin government is likely to reach a deal with Brussels on a US$10 billion government bailout of stricken airline Lufthansa , senior ...
Evander Kane says more athletes need to speak out against racism
San Jose Sharks winger Evander Kane joined ESPN’s First Take Friday morning where he discussed the tragic death of George Floyd and how the sports world can do more to help fight racism.
Big B sponsors 10 buses for UP migrants
Mumbai - Moved by the plight of stranded migrants, Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has come forward to contribute his mite to their cause.
Google Has A New AR App That Makes It Easier To Socially Distance
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Ottawa pledges $285-million in additional COVID-19 aid for Indigenous communities
Trudeau also announced $270-million to supplement on-reserve income assistance and $44.8-million to build 12 new shelters for women and girls fleeing violence
UK science advisory board publishes minutes of meetings in push for transparency over virus
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) published minutes from its first meetings on Friday as part of a pledge for transparency around discussions over the government’s guidance on dealing with COVID-19.
WWE: Seth Rollins Breaks Silence On Roman Reigns’ Extended Absence From The Ring
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Uplifting news: Group raises thousands and artist unveils mural in Birmingham
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Not ready to open platform food stalls yet! Vendors’ Association urges Indian Railways to give them time
To check the spread of the infection, the stalls on platforms had been shut throughout the nationwide lockdown, which was imposed on 25 March 2020.
Joe Duffy thanked Normal People author Sally Rooney for making him a 'household name'
The Liveline star said that his daughters 'loved' her book and spoke out about that debate.
Garcetti says Huizar should resign from LA City Council over bribery investigation
Mayor Eric Garcetti and the president of the City Council called Thursday for the resignation of Councilman Jose Huizar, who is the focus of a federal corruption investigation.
My favourite Bristol City player: Paul Gainey on the balletic brilliance of Paul Cheesley
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West Lothian College pupil and staff member up for top awards
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First Bell for online classes in Kerala schools from June 1
Sessions to be made available through KITE Victers channel and other mechanisms for all classes except class 11
COVID-19: We should be your pride, not your shame - Cross River takes a swipe at FG
Cross River government has taken a swipe at the federal government accusing it of not showing concern to the state amid the spread of the coronavirus pandemic i
Pervert policeman who was sacked for stalking PC ex-girlfriend is jailed for eight years for grooming two girls aged 13 and 15
A pervert policeman was jailed for eight years for grooming two schoolgirls for sex - and was caught after he was sacked from North Wales Police Force for stalking a female officer.
George Floyd protests: Minneapolis police station set afire
AP Minneapolis Cheering protesters torched a Minneapolis police station that the department abandoned as three days of violent protests spread to nearby S
Damian Lillard shuts down ESPN's Dan Orlovsky after 'spoiled and entitled brat' comments
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Leo Varadkar says schools will be reopened by the end of August
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that both primary and secondary schools will be reopened by the end of August for the start of the academic year
Serbian President Says Will Attend Victory Day Parade in Moscow on 24 June
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Vietnamese cops bust US$2.6 billion online gambling ring
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Nottingham and Nottinghamshire preparing for local coronavirus lockdowns in event of outbreak
They say they have received initial guidance
Minneapolis Bus Drivers Refuse to Transport George Floyd Protesters to Jail
Organized labor throughout the city is banding together in solidarity against police violence in the aftermath of Floyd’s death.
End Of An Era! Famous Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla Passes Away; All About India's Veteran Fortuneteller
Despite being a Parsi, Bejan Daruwalla was an ardent follower of Hindu Lord Ganesha, who believed that Life is a sum of caring and daring approach.
Ken Starr Backs Move to Drop Charge Against Ex-Trump Adviser Flynn
Iconically linked to America’s last two impeachments, Kenneth Starr joined the fray over prosecuting Michael Flynn, saying the judge handling the case has a duty to let the Justice Department drop the charge.
Katarina Johnson-Thompson opens up on struggles to adapt to cancelled events
The reigning world champion heptathlete has been back home in Liverpool.
Stocks recover after Trump's announcement on Hong Kong
May 29 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump's planned news conference on China shook up stocks early Friday, but the major indexes mostly recovered by the end the day after his announcement revealed no changes to trade with Beijing.
Messed up rescue killed the leopard, say villagers
There was no wire trap found on the field
Here's a Peek at What the Possibly-Cancelled Pixel 4a XL Looks Like
The Google Pixel 4a is reported to making its debut in June, and while we've been inundated with leaks about the handset, it's been a bit more quiet on the Pixel 4a XL front. But now, we've got a look at what the smartphone might look like. If it gets released at all, that is.
Non-essential shops in Wales could reopen next month, says Drakeford
The First Minister indicated further relaxing of lockdown rules, before defending his ‘stay local’ five-mile restriction on travel.
India Heads for Recession as GDP Growth Dips to Lowest since 2012
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian economy had been slowing down since 2018 due to the combined impact of the US-China trade war as well as instability in domestic...
Decision to open shops in malls soon after taking into account health ministry's guidelines
The decision to open shops in malls, will be taken soon, after taking into account the guidelines of the health ministry, the commerce and industry ministry said on Friday.
Man gets two life terms for rape and murder of partner’s daughter, aged 9
Bongani Thokozani Dlamini raped and strangled the girl before dumping her body in a nearby pit toilet in January 2020.
EU Concerned Over Beijing's Move to Develop National Security Bill for Hong Kong
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Site tracks incidents of anti-Asian racism in Canada during COVID-19
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Adidas and Allbirds team up to make environmentally friendly shoes
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Decision on accelerating easing of restrictions to be made next week
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Japan air force pilots fly over Tokyo to salute medical workers
TOKYO (Reuters) - The Japanese air force’s aerobatic demonstration squadron, Blue Impulse, flew over central Tokyo on Friday in a salute to medical workers on the frontline against the coronavirus pandemic.
33% of drug errors missed by electronic health records systems
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Tony Kushner: Larry Kramer Spoke the Truths We Needed to Hear
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'He was going haywire:' Video shows naked man stealing Winnipeg ambulance
Winnipeg police confirmed they are investigating after an ambulance was stolen by a naked man on Friday.
GST Council to meet next month; FinMin not for raising rates on non-essential items
If goods and services tax (GST) rates are increased on non-essential items, sources said it will further bring down their demand and impede the overall economic recovery.
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How Sokoto attacks in which dozens died happened -- Residents
The deadly attacks by bandits in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State in which dozens were killed were likely in retaliation for the killing of bandits by the police in the area, residents have said.
Maharashtra continues to add to Karnataka's COVID-19 tally; 178 new cases reported
Karnataka reported 178 new cases of COVID-19 as returnees from neighbouring Maharashtra to continue to add to the state's tally, taking the total number of infections to 2,711, the health department
Farmers ‘managing’ but could lose new staff as businesses reopen
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Dungeons and Dragons movie writers considering big changes due to COVID-19
COVID-19 may be forcing the latest attempt at a Dungeons & Dragons movie to scale back significantly.
Go-go bars gone as coronavirus hits Bangkok's sex district
Thailand shut bars and clubs in mid-March as coronavirus cases surged. It halted international passenger flights, stopping the tourism that had made Bangkok the world's most visited city for four years. Patpong went dark.
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Tile is now accusing Apple of abusing its power in a letter to the EU
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White House dares Twitter in war over Trump tweets
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Robotic Process Automation can help the public sector battle COVID-19
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Kogi vows to stop violence against children
Kogi state government says it will not relent to stop violence against children by using a multi-sectoral approach to ensure that the menace is drastically reduced in the state.
SC issues notice to Tata Sons on cross-appeal of Mistry group firm against NCLAT order
The top court had on January 10 granted relief to Tata group by staying the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) order of December 18 last year, by which Mistry was restored as the executive chairman of the salt-to-software conglomerate.
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COVID-19: RTI plea seeks to know amount spent on equipment purchase; Health Ministry refuses info
The Central government's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has denied to share the information related to the expenses incurred to combat the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, saying that it has no
Britons clap their support for health workers
LONDON (Reuters) - Britons took to their doorsteps and balconies on Thursday to show their appreciation for health workers on the front line of the coronavirus crisis, in what could be the last such celebration.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant bats for lockdown extension; wants malls, gyms to open
The chief minister said Goa will pitch for relaxations like allowing reopening of malls, restaurants and gyms in the state during the lockdown period.
Indonesia rolls out public shaming for virus violators
Indonesian officials are forcing social distancing violators to recite Koran verses, stay in 'haunted' houses and submit to public shaming on social media as the country battles to contain surging coronavirus infections.
Varun Dhawan Tells Us What he Misses the Most During Lockdown
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EU says conditions needed in Lufthansa bailout, seeks deal
The EU competition chief said Friday that she is not 'creating extra hurdles' for Lufthansa after the airline balked at accepting a 9 billion-euro German government rescue package because of what it said were tough EU conditions.
Shopian man’s sample returns Covid-19 positive after death, toll in JK 28
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Maharashtra records highest number of deaths in a single day
Maharashtra reported a spike of 2,682 new COVID-19 cases and 116 deaths on Friday. With this, the state has recorded a total of 62,228 cases and 2,098 deaths so far.
Sony confirms major PlayStation 5 reveal event will take place on June 4
Sony has confirmed that after months of anticipation, it will finally reveal a suite of games that are ccoming to its next-gen PS5 console.
Ukraine expects US$5 bln IMF loan approval on June 5 – PM Shmyhal
The first tranche of US$1.9 billion may be disbursed the following day.
South Korea closes over 200 schools again after biggest COVID-19 spike in weeks
More than 200 schools in South Korea have been forced to close -- barely a few days after they re-opened -- due to a dramatic spike in the COVID-19 cases.
Inmate stabbed child abuser with metal chisel because he 'woke up in a bad mood'
Convicted rapist David Allan stabbed child abuser Emanuel Spitari in HMP Frankland, near Durham, because he 'woke up in a bad mood' and did not like the paedophile
Police investigate after girl, 13, subjected to serious sexual assault by two men in Angus woods
Police are investigating after a 13-year-old girl was the victim of a serious sexual assault in an Angus town.
Court orders Lesotho ex-first lady rearrested in murder trial
MASERU, May 29 — Lesotho’s Court of Appeal today ordered the rearrest of former first lady Maesaiah Thabane after revoking her bail on murder charges over the 2017 killing of her husband’s estranged wife. The 42-year-old was charged in February after police quizzed her on the brutal murder of...
Kogi to honour 5 NYSC members for outstanding performance
Five members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) out of the total number of 1,400 Corps Members in the 2019 Batch B, Stream 1, will be honoured by Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi for outstanding performance during their service year.
Twitter posts warning on official White House tweet
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The health department hires more data encoders to help catch up with the testing backlog. Its Central Visayas office stops providing daily updates.
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Stocks tumble ahead of Trump's China press conference
May 29 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump's upcoming news conference on China Friday shook up stocks in morning trading on Wall Street, as the White House could respond to the communist country's action against Hong Kong.
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Bill would add 15 to 35 years in prison for COVID-19 scam artists
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Nursing assistant, 31, who starred in 'stay home' poster dies of coronavirus
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After Raj Bhavan accorded sanction to a financial scheme for Kashmiri transgender community, many beleaguered members kept wondering about the perennial prejudice they face for having a different orientation
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Greece has said it will open to visitors from 29 countries from 15 June, days before its peak tourism season begins, although Ireland is not on the list of countries.
Louisiana House votes to create $300 million business fund
The Louisiana House of Representatives on Thursday voted to set aside $300 million in federal pandemic relief aid for small businesses.
Roy Keane personally negotiated contract with Alex Ferguson for Man U youth star
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Former St Mirren stars believe future is bright for midfield talent Cammy MacPherson
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The First Minister indicated further relaxing of lockdown rules, before defending his ‘stay local’ five-mile restriction on travel.
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Long-awaited changes are being made to the UK's coronavirus lockdown with the four Home Nations now adopting different approaches to the loosening of draconian rules.
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Turkey says may begin oil exploration under Libya deal in 3-4 months
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Derek Chauvin, police officer accused in George Floyd's death, charged with 3rd-degree murder
The Minneapolis officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday.
33% of medication errors missed by electronic health records systems, study finds
May 29 (UPI) -- Hospital electronic health records systems miss up to one-third of dangerous drug interactions and other errors in medication administration, according to a study published Friday by JAMA Network Open.
Two New Asian Giant Hornet Sightings in Pacific Northwest
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How to give electric vehicle batteries a second life
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Mamata announces slew of relaxations
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FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug
U.S. health regulators are telling five drugmakers to recall their versions of a widely used diabetes medication after laboratory tests found elevated levels of a contaminant linked to cancer.
Turkey says may begin oil exploration under Libya deal in three-four months
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FG to pay jobless youths N20,000 monthly to sweep markets, clear gutters
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Existing mechanisms with China being used to resolve Ladakh standoff: India to US
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Coronavirus lockdown | Eight States, UTs yet to lift foodgrains meant for migrant workers
Eight States have so far not lifted any foodgrains allocated by the Centre under the Atma Nirbhar Bharat package, which aims to ensure free supply of foodgrains to all migrants who are not covered und
Amazon in talks for new 750-worker Dublin office despite virus
Amazon is in talks to rent an office block in Dublin with space for about 750 workers.
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Robert Pattinson Spent Months Making ‘Tenet’ Not Even ‘Vaguely Understanding’ the Film
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Racism not ruled out as motive in unprovoked tripping of Burnaby, B.C., senior
BURNABY, B.C. — Police in Metro Vancouver are searching for a woman who casually approached a senior who was using a walker, tripped her from behind and walked away.
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UK Wants 5G Club Of 10 Countries, Including India, To Cut Out China's Huawei: Report
Britain said Friday it was pushing the United States to form a club of 10 nations that could develop its own 5G technology and reduce dependence on China's controversial technology giant Huawei.
Spengler fifth in latest BMW outing in the IMSA iRacing Pro Series
This fifth race saw no less than five BMW M8 GTE cars finish in the top ten, with Bruno Spengler placing fifth in the race
CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in US
CNN posts a footage of its correspondent speaking calmly to police and then being handcuffed and taken away
EU expresses 'grave concern' over developments in Hong Kong
The EU’s Foreign Policy chief Josep Borrell defended the 'one country, two systems' principle but no sanctions against China have been put on the table.
Brit jetting to Spain to have 'temperatures taken before flying and after landing'
According to Spanish Foreign Office sources the measures were among a package of “likely conditions” foreign holidaymakers including Brits would be expected to adhere to so they can visit on holiday from July 1
Westcountry author writes 'Tales From The Lockdown' to raise money for Hospice UK
Martin Hesp believes he is the first person to write a book filled with stories which focus solely on the coronavirus lockdown
NYPD removed ‘troublemakers’ from George Floyd protests in Manhattan
Cops arrested 72 people during heated demonstrations in Manhattan over the police-involved death of George Floyd in Minnesota, an NYPD official said.
Will the UK learn from COVID-19 mistakes affecting vulnerable communities?
Family law Barrister Paula Rhone-Adrien speaks about the suffering of vulnerable people in the wake of COVID-19 mistakes by the UK
Storms threaten more delays as SpaceX prepares for new space attempt
Saturday’s rescheduled departure would be the first time astronauts have been launched from Cape Canaveral since 2011.
The Guardian view on wage subsidies: unemployment costs too
Editorial: Almost a third of the UK workforce are now reliant on government support for their income. If it is withdrawn while the economy is hibernating then joblessness will rise
Joe Burrow Drops Powerful Statement On ‘Black Community’ Being Unheard Amid George Floyd Murder (TWEET)
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Scottish Premiership teams set sights on an early August kick-off
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Commuters decry new BRT fares as operator count losses
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What Is The United States Space Force?
The Space Force was first announced by US President Donald Trump in June 2018 as the sixth branch of America's armed forces.
Virus count revised, new clusters emerge as France reopens
France's national health agency reported a sudden jump in new virus infections -- just an hour after the prime minister announced a sweeping national reopening plan.
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Officer who knelt on George Floyd's neck before his death is now in custody
The Minneapolis police officer seen kneeling on George Floyd’s neck before his death on Monday has been taken into custody, according to multiple reports.
Japan Netflix star's death sparks calls for cyberbullying rules
The death of a young Japanese reality TV star targeted by online abuse has sparked an outpouring of grief in the country and calls for stronger measures to tackle cyberbullying.
Microsoft announces two new features for OneDrive personal users
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Brother of explosives-laden car owner intercepted in Pulwama being questioned: J-K Police
According to the police, Hidayatullah Malik is a resident of Sharatpora in Shopian who joined the militant ranks in July 2019.
What will change about going to the dentist?
Dental practices in England will be able to reopen from June 8.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says the coronavirus recession has been a 'great increaser of income inequality' — with low-paid workers and women bearing the brunt of the fallout
The Fed chief singled out women and hourly workers in the service industries as the segment of the population weathering the brunt of the fallout.
Dua Lipa calls for refugee charity donations as she kicks off 24-hour concert
One Humanity Live is raising money for a variety of charities.
Dow Jones Slumps as Cisco Acquires a Cloud Company, Home Depot Stock Moves Closer to 52-Week High
Cisco will reportedly pay $1 billion to expand its software portfolio, and Home Depot continues to rally.
Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Song “Tell Me U Luv Me” Released For His Girlfriend’s Birthday
The Cole Bennett-directed video features old footage of the late rapper.
Alberta to offer free non-medical masks at fast-food drive-thrus
Health Minister says 20 million masks will be available at McDonald’s, A&W and Tim Hortons windows starting in June
Bobrisky arrested in Lagos - The Nation Nigeria
Operatives of the Inspector General Police (IG) Monitoring Unit on Thursday arrested popular cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye alias Bobrisky.
Home delivery of petrol, CNG: Govt mulling new retailing model to make all fuels available at one place
The minister said city gas network of CNG supplies to automobiles and piped cooking gas to kitchens will soon cover 72 per cent of the country's population.
Large cruise ships barred from Canadian waters until end of October: Garneau
OTTAWA - The cruise-ship season in Canada is all but sunk as Ottawa extends its ban on large ships in Canadian waters until the end of October in an attempt
Coronavirus: Six deaths and 39 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The Department of Health provided the last figures at tonight’s briefing.
Why Is Disney World Canceling Food and FastPass+ Reservations for All of 2020?
The world's largest theme park operator is upsetting customers by nixing some reservations through the next seven months, but there's a method to the Mouse-ness.
Madras High Court notice to Franklin Templeton, SEBI
PIL filed against closure of 6 schemes
Google Maps makes it easier to use and send Plus Codes
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Fishermen ‘shocked and saddened’ over disturbance death at medieval castle
Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the man’s death at the 15th-century Lullingstone Castle in Eynsford, Kent.
Ill. Governor Drops All Church Restrictions After Lawsuit
Churches claimed governor's restrictions ignored
Nick Kyrgios, Alexander Zverev and Dominic Thiem to play exhibition tennis matches in Berlin in July
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Future Bentleys Will Have Retractable Steering Wheels
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Coronavirus in Maharashtra: Taking 4th Place Globally, Mumbai COVID-19 Cases Rise by 1,437 on Friday
A BMC release said that the number of recovered patients also increased to 16,008 with 715 COVID-19 patients being discharged from various hospitals during the day.
Sweden now has highest deaths per head worldwide after rejecting lockdown
Sweden has pulled ahead of Brazil, which as at the heart of the current global pandemic, although most countries now have similar death rates per head.
‘This shouldn’t be normal’: Obama comments on George Floyd killing
Former President Barack Obama responded Friday to the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, writing in a statement that disparate treatment “for millions of Americans . . .
Derek Chauvin charged with murder in connection with death of George Floyd
US officer fired by Minneapolis police after Floyd died while being restrained
Brendan Rodgers says he was ‘really knocked’ by coronavirus
Leicester manager and his wife felt the effects of virus for three weeks before recovering
Coronavirus travel bans leave hundreds stranded at Brazil's largest airport
SAO PAULO - Stefany Carvallido, her 2-year-old daughter and about 200 other Colombians have been camping out inside Brazil's busiest international airport for days in a desperate attempt to get back to their home country.
Man killed 'by rocks' named as friends say he'd been in 'confrontation with poachers'
Tributes have been paid to Charles Hilder, who died at Lullingstone Castle in Kent yesterday afternoon following reports of rocks being thrown during an altercation
301 Chinese evacuated from Nigeria through Lagos airport
301 Chinese nationals were on Thursday night evacuated from Nigeria through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA
Uber introduces $50 Hourly rate option
May 29 (UPI) -- Uber launched a new feature called Hourly that allows riders to book trips by the hour and add destinations within that time frame as needed, the company announced Friday.
Taiwan president meets HK dissident, promises support for protesters
Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen visited a bookstore run by a prominent Hong Kong dissident Friday, repeating promises of humanitarian support and sanctuary for those fighting for democracy in the finance hub.
New Trailer Drops For HBO’s Gritty Reboot Of ‘Perry Mason’ Starring Matthew Rhys
"Perry Mason" was one of television's most successful legal dramas, with Canadian Raymond Burr portraying the titular attorney for nine seasons in the 1950s and '60s. Now, HBO is offering up a gritty new reboot that takes the character back to his origins in the 1930s, and a new trailer for the upcoming series has…
Buried Remains-Couple Charged
The remains of a second child that belonged to a Tennessee couple facing abuse charges have been found buried in a yard, court records said. A search warrant affidavit says police recovered the remains of a boy from a Knox County property where Michael and Shirley Gray lived until about 2016, news outlets
No Dining, No Wine-ing: Napa Winery Sues California Over ‘Unfair’ Reopening Rules
While wineries across California can reopen if they also offer dine-in meals to guests, a 1990 ordinance bars Napa County wineries from selling food in tasting rooms. Now one prestigious vintner has sued the state claiming unfair treatment.
Tennis: Murray to return at 'Battle of the Brits' tourney in June
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'Egregious and unacceptable' alligator incident being investigated in South Carolina
A South Carolina town is investigating how a massive alligator was removed from a mini-golf course this week, according to local officials.
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McConnell calls on nation to 'pull together' after violence rocks hometown of Louisville
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) on Friday called on the country to “pull together” amid demonstrations in Louisville and other cities following the high-profile deaths of several
Strawberry Moon Eclipse 2020: Timing, where to watch and all you need to know
A lunar eclipse only occurs during a Full Moon. The Earth, Moon and the Sun form a straight line during the lunar eclipse, with the Earth partially or completely hiding the Moon from the Sun.
Review: The Archives pay inspired tribute to Gil Scott-Heron
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GST Council to meet next month; Finance Ministry not in favour of raising rates on non-essential items
The finance ministry is not in favour of increasing goods and services tax rates on non-essential items in the next month's meeting of the GST Council, despite depressed revenue collections due to
Dave Bidini on why artists are well equipped to cope with COVID-19 pandemic
Musician and writer Dave Bidini believes artists may be at a bit of an advantage in confronting the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
WATCH LIVE | Mkhize outlines Covid-19 interventions as SA moves to level 3
Health minister Dr Zwelini Mkhize on Friday was expected to hold a press briefing on Covid-19 health interventions as the country moves to lockdown level 3.
Plans to turn Guildhall building in Nottingham city centre into multi-million pound luxury hotel unveiled
It is though the development will generate 250 jobs
US hospitals slash use of drug championed by Trump as coronavirus treatment
Early hopes were based in part on its anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties
Locust control operations continue, no crop loss reported: Centre
Locust Control Offices (LCOs) on Friday conducted control operations at 15 locations in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, the Union Agriculture Ministry said, adding that no crop loss was reported.
TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods to reopen all stores in next month
TJX Companies temporarily closed its 4,400 locations on March 19 and began to reopen them on May 2.
GBP/JPY: Downside risk from Brexit and negative rates – MUFG
Analysts at MUFG Bank maintain a short GBP/JPY trade idea in anticipation that the weakness in the pound will extend further in the near-term. They se
Only 4 Shramik trains have taken over 72 hours to reach destination: Railways
Among the destination-states for which the trains were diverted were Bihar (51), Uttar Pradesh (16), Jharkhand (2), Assam and Manipur (1 each).
Coronavirus Scotland: Glasgow Comedy Club event axed after cops and council fears
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Record rise in unemployment casts a shadow over Trump’s re-election bid
If Americans vote their pocketbooks this November, it could be the end of Donald Trump’s short political career.
Sen. Ted Cruz demands a federal investigation into Twitter, claiming it's violating US sanctions against Iran by letting the country's leaders have accounts
Cruz alleges Twitter is in violation of US sanctions against Iran by allowing two state leaders to run accounts on the platform.
Scientists recommended face coverings weeks before Government advice
The minutes have been released from 34 Sage meetings.
Poised for leap before pandemic, women's cricket limps into future
Women's cricket appeared poised for a great leap forward when Australia beat India in the Twenty20 World Cup final in front of a record 86,174 ...
Storms threaten more delays as SpaceX prepares for new space attempt
Saturday’s rescheduled departure would be the first time astronauts have been launched from Cape Canaveral since 2011.
Man allegedly butchers hands of twin brother during fight over girlfriend in Imo
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ED attaches Rs 385-cr asset of VVIP choppers case middleman Rajiv Saxena
It said the value of the properties attached is USD 50.90 million (Rs 385.44 crore) and a provisional order under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) has been issued.
Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano airports to reopen in ‘few days’
Major airports in the country will in the “next few days” roar into life after weeks of inactivity caused by the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.
China's Kunlun says U.S approves sale of Grindr to investor group
(Reuters) - Chinese gaming company Beijing Kunlun Tech Co Ltd said on Friday that a U.S. national security panel approved the $620 million sale of popular gay dating app Grindr to an investor group called San Vicente Acquisition LLC.
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Call The Cops After Drones Fly Over Their Los Angeles Mansion
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moved into their Los Angeles mansion back in March with their one-year-old son Archie Harrison. But, it turns out that
Dua Lipa calls for refugee charity donations as she kicks off 24-hour concert
One Humanity Live is raising money for a variety of charities.
Symrise Creates Tribute Fragrance for Essential Workers
Symrise has made a custom fragrance to be given to workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump’s tweet on protests of George Floyd death earns him another Twitter flag
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Scottish Premiership teams set sights on an early August kick-off
Green light given to top-tier clubs to resume training next month.
UK Will Increase Visa Rights for Hong Kongers If China Issues Crackdown
The British foreign secretary has said that the UK will extend visa rights to Hong Kongers if China implements its proposed 'security' law.
Lockdown 5.0 Guidelines Likely Today: Will Metro, Malls, Restaurants Open? Check State-Wise Plan
Lockdown 5.0 Guidelines Tomorrow: States will get the full authority to make a balance between restrictions and the resumption of economic activities.
In Canada's COVID-19 capital, bone-weary nurses plead for summer break
MONTREAL (Reuters) - Quebec nurses and orderlies are pleading for time off this summer, ahead of a possible second wave of coronavirus infections in the fall, as Canada’s hardest-hit province from the virus wrestles with a staffing crunch in its health sector.
Nokia’s foldable phone project rumoured to still be alive
Nokia seems to have reduced steam in terms of product release compared to the early days of HMD Global’s revival of the brand. That has no stopped the company from giving a thought to the idea of a foldable pie. Earlier this year it was rumoured that the company was working on a foldable smartphone …
Allowing people to meet in bubbles ‘could spread coronavirus in population’
It was thought the roadmap to easing the lockdown contained the possibility one household could form a social ‘bubble’.
Rain inundates underpasses in Coimbatore city
The rain left low lying areas and underpasses in the city inundated forcing the Coimbatore Corporation to remove the water before traffic resumed on Friday morning.
Coronavirus | Karnataka cases swell as 248 test positive
Maharashtra impact weighs heavily on case tally in the State; Kerala, Karnataka, A.P. register one death each
UK spring the sunniest since records began, says Met Office
Country also set for driest May for 124 years, with farmers warning of serious impact
Scottish Premiership teams set sights on an early August kick-off
Green light given to top-tier clubs to resume training next month.
Senators ask FTC to investigate Instacart over 'tip baiting'
A group of US senators has called on the FTC to investigate Instacart and other grocery delivery services for allowing 'tip baiting' that stiffs couriers.
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SoftBank leads US$500 million fundraising for Didi's self-driving unit
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Man Tests Covid-19 Positive After Death, J&K Toll At 28
A day after his death, swab samples of a 70-year-old man from south Kashmir’s Shopian district came out to be positive for the novel coronavirus, taking the death count due to the deadly disease in Jammu and Kashmir to 28, officials said
Petition calling for UK PM's aide to be sacked passes one million signatures
A petition calling for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide to be sacked after he took a long-distance journey during the country's coronavirus lockdown has been signed by more than one million people. Dominic Cummings travelled 400 km (250 miles) from London to the northern English
Self-employed scheme extension leaves ‘vulnerable at risk’, says arts trade body
Caroline Norbury, Creative Industries Federation CEO, warned against a ‘cliff-edge’ end to support.
CNN crew arrested while reporting on Minneapolis protests
While live on air, Jimenez was handcuffed and led away. A producer and a photojournalist for CNN were also led away in handcuffs.
Kansas City Music Festival Approved to Take Place in September
Tickets for the event will not be refundable unless the event is cancelled or postponed.
Scientists recommended face coverings weeks before Government advice
The minutes have been released from 34 Sage meetings.
Indian Railways says ready to run trains for migrants on states’ demand; 3,840 Shramik trains run till May 28
According to Yadav, in the last week itself on an average as many as 3 lakh migrants have been transporetd through trains on a daily basis.
Police: Trans man fatally shot by officer after pointing gun
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A transgender black man was fatally shot by an officer in Florida after fatally stabbing another man and pointing a gun at the officer, authorities said....
Cruel vandals rip down display by children of key workers at primary school
The artwork at Hall Green Primary School was left strewn across the pavement
Tina Ezekwe: Police ASP, inspector arrested over killing of teenager
The police command in Lagos have opened up on the identies of its top officers that were linked to the killing of a teenager, Tina Ezekwe, on Tuesday, May 26.
MDC Alliance judgement open doors for more recalls of Chamisa's defiant MPs
High Court Judge Tawanda Chitapi has dismissed with costs application by MDC Alliance led by Nelson Chamisa seeking to bar the recall of its legislators from Pa...
NCL team helps control leaked gas from tanker
The leaked gas was identified as acetic acid, which has a boiling point at 118 degrees Celsius, is highly corrosive and can be toxic when inhaled.
Deep sea fishing ban periodreduced from 61 days to 47
The State government has reduced deep sea fishing ban period along coastal Karnataka from the earlier 61 days to 47 effective on June 15.Usually, the fishing ban is scheduled from June 1 to July 31. T
Covid-19 in Tamil Nadu: Chennai Corporation orders closure of 150 shops in T Nagar; 30 Puzhal inmates test positive
While inspecting the shops on Friday, authorities found that the shops were not following social distancing and sanitation norms and claimed that some of the shops did not even have sanitizers to provide to the customers.
Andrew Cuomo says NYC will begin reopening process on June 8
New York City will finally begin reopening from its months-long coronavirus lockdown on June 8, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Friday.
More Than 10 Million Download Free Uncharted, Journey During Coronavirus Crisis
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North Carolina Democrats 'dragging their feet' on convention rules, RNC chief says
(Reuters) - The head of the Republican National Committee accused North Carolina’s Democratic governor on Friday of delaying issuing guidelines for the party’s national convention in Charlotte, and warned that organizers are prepared to choose another location soon.
Britain left off 'safe list' of countries free to holiday in Greece
UK fails to fit epidemiological profile demanded by Athens, which has kept Covid-19 in check
Telangana: Sons refuse to allow 80-year-old mother into house out of Covid-19 fear
The woman on Friday returned from Sholapur in Maharashtra after a stay at her relatives' house in the wake of relaxations in lockdown norms, but her elder son and his wife did not allow her into the house.
Bulls reunite another set of Kriel brothers
The Bulls will be reuniting another set of Kriel brothers at Loftus, as they confirmed the signing of Stormers fullback David Kriel.
Pune: Duo threatens man, sets his house on fire over interfaith relationship, say police
Jayesh Gaikwad, a resident of Wanavdi Bazaar, has lodged the first information report in this case at the Wanavdi police station.
Capgemini’s Delaporte to take over as Wipro CEO and MD
Frenchman had spent 25 years with the consulting firm
Former PSP stalwarts Michelle Lee, Ravi Philemon form new political party, Red Dot United
Former PSP stalwarts Michelle Lee, Ravi Philemon form new political party, Red Dot United
Meat products sold in Ireland urgently recalled as they were processed in 'unapproved facility' in Co Westmeath
The public are being advised not to eat the food products
Indonesian children vulnerable to secondary risks from COVID-19 crisis: Survey
A recent assessment by Save the Children Indonesia has found that children are exposed to the secondary risks from the COVID-19 pandemic that pose a threat to their health, well-being and lives -- if not more.
Edo 2020: PDP aspirant promises affordable housing, security
A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant in Edo, Engr Gideon Ikhine, has promised to provide affordable
Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin taken into custody after George Floyd death
Mr Floyd died on Monday after the officer was filmed pushing his knee down on his neck, in spite of the victim's pleas that he could not breathe. The death has sparked huge anger and calls for officers to face murder charges
‘My harrowing journey to quarantine’ – a mother’s story
Lockdown regulations have had a profound impact on the lives of every South African. Bernice Bredenkamp (34) and her daughter Ivanke (4) have faced a greater challenge than most.
Designs revealed for 85 home estate approved on appeal
Designs have been unveiled for 85 homes which were approved by the government’s planning inspectorate on appeal.
Pixel Buds: Growing number of users report audio cutouts w/ Google’s earbuds
Quite a few users of Google's Pixel Buds have been reporting issues lately with audio cutouts, especially when they're using them outside.
PS5 reveal officially announced: First look scheduled for June 4
The details for the PS5 official reveal event have been announced.
Telangana: Sons refuse to allow 80-year-old mother into house out of COVID-19 fear
The woman today returned from Sholapur in Maharashtra after a stay at her relatives house in the wake of relaxations in lockdown norms, but her elder son and his wife did not allow her into the house, said Edla Ashok, a division member of Karimnagar Municipal Corporation.
Destiny 2 Trials of Osiris rewards, May 29-June 2
Go Flawless this week to pick up one weapon and some armor
Two held for sexual abuse of minor
Two youths who were suspected of sexually abusing minor girls were arrested from Mukkom on Friday. The police said the two, C.P. Ashad, 21, and P. Ajmal, 18, were also suspected of creating a scare in
Taylor Swift accuses Trump of 'stoking the fires of white supremacy' after George Floyd's death
US president Donald Trump called Minnesota protesters 'thugs' and suggested they could be shot if the looting continued
Getting New Zealand Open For Business
“New Zealand is open for business, support local, back your backyard.”
Autonomous robot chef moves into the kitchen, powered by AI
During the span of the hustle and bustle that many people encounter on a day-to-day basis in their lives, people tend to have activities outside of work that allow them to alleviate the stress from the monotony of life. From catching the new movie at the cinema, attending a sporting event of a favorite team, […]
Behind the HYPE: How the KAWS Companion Is Disrupting the Art World and Beyond
Appearing in major fashion collaborations, music videos, auctions and more.
Storms threaten more delays as SpaceX prepares for new space attempt
Saturday’s rescheduled departure would be the first time astronauts have been launched from Cape Canaveral since 2011.
Ekiti generates N2m from 100 lockdown offenders - The Nation Nigeria
The Ekiti State Government has generated a sum of N2 million from court fines imposed on over 100 individuals who defied government's directives...
Counterpoint Research: Affordable premium smartphones are here to stay
The worldwide smartphone market has evolved over the years. The rise of ultra-premium handsets with the launch of iPhone X has changed the whole landscape. People are now turning towards so-called ‘affordable premium’ devices, at whose price the flagships were sold earlier. The latest report by Counterpoint Research on South Korean smartphone market explains this …
Minneapolis officer charged following death of black man in custody
The arrest comes after three days of protests.
South Africa conducts tests to curb African swine fever outbreak
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South Africa is conducting extensive testing and investigations to curb the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) after it was detected in the country’s Eastern Cape province, the third known outbreak this year, government said on Friday.
The iPhone SE: Affordable without compromising on speed and durability
Priced at Rs 42,500, the iPhone SE is an affordable dazzler with a great camera and Apple’s latest chip for speed
Minneapolis officer charged following death of black man in custody
The arrest comes after three days of protests.
Kashmiri Students At AMU Booked For ‘Pro-Pakistan Post’
Police in Uttar Pradesh state has booked two Kashmiri students of the Aligarh Muslim University under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for allegedly posting pro-Pakistan and anti-India messages on social media.
Derek Chauvin Charged with Murder of George Floyd
The state of Minnesota announced Friday afternoon that Derek Chauvin has been arrested in connection with the death of George Floyd.
Couple forced to cancel dream Highland wedding tie the knot on Zoom call
Instead of a Highland Cathedral the couple took part in the ceremony from their London conservatory 600 miles away.
Derek Chauvin, cop who pinned down George Floyd, faces murder charge
The cop who was caught on camera using his knee to pin George Floyd’s neck to the ground is being charged with unintentional murder and manslaughter — but may face more serious
Football: FA Cup final to be held on Aug 1
The FA Cup final will be held on Aug. 1, the Football Association announced on Friday, after the Premier League said on Thursday that its season ...
World's largest electric plane takes 28-minute first flight
May 29 (UPI) -- The world's largest all-electric aircraft took off from a Washington state airstrip for its first flight, staying in the air for 28 minutes, the plane's makers said.
'This breaks my heart' Piers Morgan on Kate Garraway's update on husband as he fights coronavirus
Kate Garraway's wrote an emotional Instagram post this week on her husband Derek Draper's condition in hospital as he battles Covid-19
ProBeat: Throw out all your pre-coronavirus surveys and start again
The coronavirus pandemic means your technology survey from earlier this year is useless. Your business needs to run the survey again.
Ted Cruz wants Twitter investigated over Iran sanctions compliance
A new front in Trump’s spat with the platform.
PMC to focus anti-Covid effort on senior citizens, comorbid patients in containment zones
Those in the high risk group include people with high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma or tuberculosis, kidney ailment, obesity, cancer and pregnant women.
GMR told to stop dredging in Kakinada
‘Dismantle bund close to mudflat’
No workplace gatherings, socialising among employees when office operations resume after COVID-19 circuit breaker: MOM
SINGAPORE: Employees should not socialise during or outside working hours, even when office operations resume during Phase 1 of Singapore’s ...
CRPF men donate blood to Naxal injured in encounter in Jharkhand
A team led by the paramilitary forces' 60th battalion and state police killed three Naxals and apprehended two on Thursday after a gunbattle in the forests of the Manmaru-Tebo area in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district.
Xur's location and wares for May 29, 2020 - Destiny 2
Learn Xur's location and wares for May 29, 2020 in Destiny 2.
JUST IN: Police arrest 250 Miners in Zamfara
Police in Zamfara state, Friday, arrested 250 illegal miners. Those arrested included a foreigner,while items recovered from the culprits
What will change about going to the dentist?
Dental practices in England will be able to reopen from June 8.
Migrant workers | Reports of ‘lost’ trains fake, says Railways
“Only four of 3840 trains since May 1 have taken over three days to reach their destinations”
Google Chrome 84 to hide abusive notifications starting July
Google will start blocking abusive sites from delivering web notifications to Chrome 84 users starting July by automatically enrolling them in the quieter notifications UI launched in January 2020.
Sanwo-olu marks first year in office with frontline health workers
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-olu marked his one year in office with awards for some healthcare workers who have contributed to helping the state managing the Coronavirus pandemic.
Migrants on Move: Desperate Bids and Bumpy Ride on J&K’s Horror Highway
Amid mounting labour crisis in mainland, hundreds of migrant workers have started foot journey from mountains on the landslide-prone Srinagar-Jammu highway, even as Shramik trains and buses have been deployed for their homecoming
One more covid-19 death in Kerala, 62 new patients including two Air India crew
Except for one person infected through contact, 33 of Friday's new patients came from foreign countries and 23 came from other states, Vijayan said.With this, the state's recorded cases have reached 1,150
Narendra Modi govt's silence on China 'fuelling massive speculation and uncertainty during crisis': Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday hit out at the Modi government for its “silence” on the military standoff with China in Ladakh and demanded that it come clean on the issue. “The government’s
Suspect accused of killing wife in Stonehenge makes first court appearance
Vuyo Ulirch Mabunda, a security supervisor at Transnet and former police officer, is facing charges of murder after he allegedly shot and killed Tebogo Mabunda.
Moment devastated driver desperately tries to save VW Golf swept out to sea on Kent beach
DRAMATIC footage shows a devastated driver trying to save his half-sunk car from the sea after it was swept away by a strong current. The motorist was caught out after parking his VW Golf too close…
'Murdered' mum's body was 'in several parts' when found in country park
The woman, named locally as Yvonne Lawson McCann, was found in several parts at Reddish Vale Country Park in Stockport at around 10.30am on Monday, with police arresting a 48-year-old man suspected of the murder
Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Friday to stop looters in Minneapolis with deadly military force, after that city weathered a third night of arson and rioting over the police killing of an unarmed black man.
Planned Parenthood Takes Spring Into Action Benefit Auction Online
Planned Parenthood hosts Spring Into Action art auction benefit online with Artsy.
Nuclear Guinea Pigs: Radiation Experiments Performed on US Citizens
During the Cold War, the U.S. conducted experiments with radioactive substances on men, women, pregnant women, children, and infants.
South Korea limits school numbers over virus spike
Seoul - South Korea on Friday imposed limits on the number of pupils going to schools in and around Seoul as officials scramble to tackle fresh coronavirus cases that threaten the country's success in containing the epidemic.
New site is one-stop shop for B.C. workers, farmers, during pandemic
VICTORIA - The British Columbia government has created a new online resource to help the province's agricultural sector find workers during the COVID-19 pan
Delhi registers record 1,106 Covid-19 positive cases in a day, tally hits 17,386
As per the Delhi health reports, 13 deaths have occurred in the last 24 hours, total fatalities reached 398.At least 7,846 patients have recovered from coronavirus so far in Delhi while 9,142 cases are active, the health department said
Chelsea star trying to convince former teammate to join Blues amid interest from rivals
Chelsea will be hoping that this star can encourage his former teammate to join the Blues in the summer...
Master of cargo ship charged over Australia container spill
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — The ship master of a Singapore-registered vessel that spilled some of its cargo off the Australian east coast has been charged with damage of the marine...
‘Air passenger demand to plummet 47% in 2020’
Revenues likely to fall $11 bn: IATA CEO
Judge Dismisses Copyright Suit Against Apple and M. Night Shyamalan
A lawsuit against M. Night Shyamalan and Apple that alleged Apple TV+ series 'Servant' lifted from a 2013 indie film has been thrown out.
MEIL builds 15 pump houses in Kaleshwaram project
With inauguration of Markook pump house on Friday, 9 pump houses with total 3,767 MW capacity have been operationalised
Labour and Social Security Minister Shahine Robinson has died
Labour and Social Security Minister Shahine Robinson has died after ailing with cancer for some time.
‘Amazing’ efforts of community workers praised by hirsute Harry
The Duke of Sussex chatted to staff and a volunteer from the London-based charity Sport at the Heart.
Visa Stock Is the Best Payments Powerhouse for Your Portfolio
Visa stock is beating the market in 2020; its ability to adapt and even thrive amid chaos proves long-term viability.
All dressed up, no prom to go to
BOSTON - Like Cinderella, Emily Appleton dreamed of going to the ball and dancing with her Prince Charming. But the coronavirus spoiled everything.
‘Amazing’ efforts of community workers praised by hirsute Harry
The Duke of Sussex chatted to staff and a volunteer from the London-based charity Sport at the Heart.
South African tobacco firms, associations seek court action over cigarette sales ban
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - A raft of South African tobacco companies, activists and associations are seeking legal action over the ban on cigarette sales during the country’s coronavirus lockdown.
CBI starts preliminary enquiry into cash transactions and foreign donations of Tablighi Jamaat
CBI has started collecting records of the Jamaat from various authorities, including the Delhi Police, and has dispatched letters regarding the same.
Social distancing creates new challenges for stadium designers
From getting to the toilets to creating an atmosphere, the prospect of social distancing is setting new challenges for stadium designers and operators who usually aim to keep people together rather than apart.
11 Essays To Read About Racism & Police Violence
On May 25, Minneapolis resident George Floyd was killed by city police. He’d moved to Minnesota to improve his life, his friends told CNN. Instead, the 46-year-old became one of the roughly 1,000 people killed by American police annually.…
Steam has a bunch of Warhammer games and DLC on sale for the Skulls for the Skull Throne event
Games Workshop is closing out May with the fourth annual Skulls for the Skull Throne event on Steam. If you're already well-versed in the countless Warhammer PC games, there are new DLC packs and updates to check out. If you're thinking of ...
These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week
These were the 10 European tech stories this week
California prison employees suspended over racist remarks
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California prison officials said Friday that they suspended multiple employees who made racist jokes about the death of an African American man in police custody in...
Joe Biden During Celebrity Fundraiser: George Floyd Death 'Ripped Open This Ugly Underbelly of Our Society'
Joe Biden spent Thursday evening raising money for his presidential campaign with assistance from celebrities including Whoopi Goldberg and musicians Sheryl Crow and Joe Walsh.
Former Derby County star linked with shock transfer to AC Milan
Derby County transfer news: Jeff Hendrick is out of contract with current side Burnley next month and has also been linked with a move to Premier League rivals Newcastle United
Fire crews tackle major garage blaze at Ayr house
This afternoon's blaze could be seen for miles around as fire crews fought to bring the flames under control.
Debate over $600 in jobless aid to intensify as claims rise | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> A debate in Congress over whether to extend $600 a week in federally provided benefits to the unemployed looks sure to intensify with the number of people receiving the aid now topping 30 million — one in five workers.
Ajit Jogi: Quintessential politician who never gave up
Ajit Pramod Kumar Jogi, the first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, was known in the political circles as someone who never gave up despite defeats, controversies and debilitating health issues.
UK to extend visa rights for Hong Kong unless China ‘steps back’
The UK government has said that it is open to extending the visa rights of British National Overseas (BNO) passport holders in Hong Kong to offer them a path to the country's citizenship unless
Ontario targets specific workers for COVID-19 tests, including LCBO staff, cops
The province says that next week community testing will also start in places with a high number of COVID-19 cases
Karnataka heading for fresh political crisis? Meeting of BJP MLAs triggers speculation, CM Yediyurappa rejects reports
The MLAs from North Karnataka met at the residence of former MP Ramesh Katti at Bellad Bagewadi in Belagavi district on Thursday evening in the backdrop of coming elections to four Rajya Sabha seats from the state.
No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a ...
County Announces COVID-19 Ambassadors to Assist Local Businesses
Santa Barbara County Supervisor Gregg Hart announced COVID-19 Ambassadors will assist local businesses with reopening and guideline compliance.
Amy Klobuchar won’t back down from VP bid over prosecutor record criticism
WASHINGTON — Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar on Friday refused to withdraw her bid to become Joe Biden’s vice president after it emerged that she once failed to get charges brought against
Noel Clarke says racism is ‘embedded in fabric of British society’ and UK film industry
Noel Clarke has said that racism is just as embedded in the UK as it is in the USA, and that he has been silenced by individuals in the film industry for speaking up about it.
Allowing people to meet in bubbles ‘could spread coronavirus in population’
It was thought the roadmap to easing the lockdown contained the possibility one household could form a social ‘bubble’.
Niall Horan hits back over Trump calling protesters 'thugs' after George Floyd death
US President Donald Trump has sparked outrage for calling protesters 'thugs' and saying they may be shot if they continued to loot
Kevin Hart and Kathy Burke lead support for reporter Omar Jimenez after arrest
The public has been outraged at the arrest of Omar Jimenez.
IMF says Bosnia's failure to disburse IMF emergency aid is unprecedented
SARAJEVO (Reuters) - Five weeks after the International Monetary Fund gave Bosnia $370.46 million in emergency aid to help combat the coronavirus crisis, the funds have still not been disbursed due to a disagreement between its rival ethnic leaders, officials said.
Scottish Premiership teams set sights on an early August kick-off
Green light given to top-tier clubs to resume training next month.
Man Held for Assaulting Chinese National with Sticks Over Feeding of Stray Dogs in Uttar Pradesh
New Delhi (Sputnik): On 25 May, a Chinese woman was beaten with sticks outside her home in Uttar Pradesh’s Gautam Buddh Nagar district. She took to Twitter and narrated...
Premier League is back: Previously, in the Premier League...
Liverpool have been in a league of their own in the top flight and if the season resumes as planned, they should wrap up the title swiftly.
US Prez Donald Trump to rebuke China over Hong Kong friction, Covid-19
Trump said he would announce on Friday what the administration would do “with respect to China,” though there’s no indication he’s planning to focus on the legislation. The White House has scheduled a news conference for 2 p.m.
Gbamin's rehab plans, Carlo Ancelotti's upset and Brands talks
This week's Royal Blue looks at what next for Gbamin after his latest injury set-back
Gopalganj triple murder: Upendra Kushwaha’s RLSP adds an unexpected twist to Tejashwi Yadav’s pitch against CM Nitish Kumar
Tejaswi Yadav, who was sitting inside his vehicle outside his home, said that there is no house arrest order against him and lockdown is only for MLAs while criminals are allowed to move freely.
US Stops Iranian Fuel Shipments to Venezuela
Trump admin promises to use its economic, diplomatic power to press for the restoration of Venezuelan democracy
US Cop Who Kneeled On Black Man's Neck Charged With Third-Degree Murder
The policeman accused of killing unarmed African American George Lloyd in the US city of Minneapolis has been taken into custody, a state official announced Friday.
Go-go bars gone as coronavirus hits Bangkok's sex district
BANGKOK (Reuters) - The black leather party masks that performers May and Som wear for their fetish shows in Bangkok are definitely not the sort to stop the coronavirus.
Telecom regulator moots national numbering plan
Recommends 11-digit mobile numbers, among other things
What will change about going to the dentist?
Dental practices in England will be able to reopen from June 8.
Minneapolis officer charged with murder
A former Minneapolis police officer involved in the death of George Floyd has been charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter, the Hennepin County attorney Mike Freeman announced Friday
Scientists recommended face coverings weeks before Government advice
The minutes have been released from 34 Sage meetings.
Afghan Citizens: 'COVID-19 No Longer a Priority for the Govt'
Residents in Afghanistan’s capital on Friday strongly criticized the Afghan government over what they described as a lack of concentration in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, saying fighting
Social Media Giant Twitter Will Now Allow To Schedule Tweets In Its Web Application…
Twitter… This social media application is all known to connect its users with the whole world. Be it celebrities, tech giants or any normal person… All the users can happily share their updates on...
Cuomo: New York City on track to start reopening week of June 8
New York City is on track to start reopening the week of June 8, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) announced on Friday.
Virus sends consumer spending down 13.6% in April
U.S. consumer spending plunged by a record-shattering 13.6% in April as the pandemic shuttered businesses, forced millions of layoffs and sent the economy into deep recession.
Environment clearance for diversion of forest land for govt. medical college
One of the last remaining green spaces within town will be destroyed: activists
Nissan formally closes Indonesian factory
Automaker Nissan Motor Indonesia (NMI) announced the official closure of its factory in Indonesia as its Japanese parent company disclosed a restructuring plan to improve its finances.
‘The Trip to Greece’ Review: Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon’s 10-Year Food Odyssey Comes to a Bittersweet End
Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon come to the end of the road with The Trip to Greece, the fourth and final film. Read /Film's The Trip to Greece review here.
Odisha unveils Rs 17,000-cr plan to support people’s livelihood hit by economic crisis
The decision was taken at a Council of Ministers meeting presided over by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, a senior official said.
‘Amazing’ efforts of community workers praised by hirsute Harry
The Duke of Sussex chatted to staff and a volunteer from the London-based charity Sport at the Heart.
Lockdown in West Bengal: CM Mamata announces relaxations from June 1
Banerjee, who has been criticising the railways for the past few days for ferrying a large number of migrant workers to the state without consulting her government, claimed that it is being done without following the norms of social distancing.
Knox County hits red light on COVID-19 phased reopening plan
Knox County has hit a benchmark red light for progress on the reduction of COVID-19 cases, according to standards set by the Knox County Health Department.
Robbie Savage's mum delivers her verdict on 'dislikeable' Dominic Cummings' trip
Val, the 72-year-old mum of ex-football star and Mirror columnist Robbie Savage, is a Radio 5 Live celeb after appearing on his show. Here, she talks about her 11th week self-isolating...
Driver's 'wrong direction' police chase ends in roundabout smash
Merseyside Police patrols pursued the suspected cannabis-fuelled driver as he headed into oncoming traffic on the M56
Why are students across India opposing online exams?
Incomplete syllabus, stress over the ongoing pandemic, and fear of not getting degrees on time are key concerns of students demanding promotion on the basis of internal assessments. Most are also facing problems due to a lack of infrastructure to appear for the online exams.
Ukraine, Hungary Seek To Overcome Impasse Over Language Law Impeding NATO Initiatives
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and his Hungarian counterpart Peter Szijjarto have discussed Kyiv-Budapest bilateral ties at a time Hungary is blocking NATO initiatives because of a restrictive language law in Ukraine.
South Korea schools forced to close again after second wave of coronavirus
Hundreds of schools in South Korea were forced to close just days after reopening due to an unexpected spike in coronavirus cases, according to a report Friday. The country reported 79 new COVID-19
Army Shoot-Off Will Pit Israel's Iron Dome Against Foreign Competitors
The Army announced its plans to purchase Iron Dome in February 2019 to comply with the fiscal 2019 NDAA.
Lesotho appeal courts revokes bail granted to former leader's wife
MASERU (Reuters) - Lesotho’s Appeal Court on Friday revoked bail which had been granted to former prime minister Thomas Thabane’s wife, who is accused of murdering his previous spouse.
twenty one pilots’ New Video Was Made Using Computers From The ’80s
Watch twenty one pilots' incredibly old-school lyric video for Level Of Concern.
Slain journalist killed 'over personal enmity'
With the help of DNA tests, police arrest three men for Aziz Memon's murder
‘High risk’ of T20 WC being put off, says CA
Also hints at having the India Test series at ‘one venue’
GST Council likely to meet in mid-June
Tax revenue details withheld till July, officials say no point in disclosing now as returns filing extended
Franklin Templeton investors can e-vote to monetise assets
Can authorise trustees or Deloitte from June 9-11
Pepper spray, tear gas used to stop Dallas, Houston protests
Police in Texas’ two largest cities deployed pepper spray and tear gas Friday night as protests escalated over the death of Houston native George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody.
Fishermen ‘shocked and saddened’ over disturbance death at medieval castle
Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the man’s death at the 15th-century Lullingstone Castle in Eynsford, Kent.
Dua Lipa calls for refugee charity donations as she kicks off 24-hour concert
One Humanity Live is raising money for a variety of charities.
Karnataka Covid-19 wrap: State records 248 cases in 24 hrs; gram panchayat polls postponed
The total number of cases in the state has now reached 2,781, out of which 1,837 are active. The state has recorded 48 deaths and 894 people have been recovered and discharged.
Racially charged violence rages for third night in Minneapolis
A third night of racially charged arson, looting and vandalism gripped Minneapolis as protesters vented rage over the death of an unarmed black man after a white police officer knelt on his neck as he lay on the ground following arrest.
‘Dinner meeting’ of Karnataka BJP MLAs sets alarm bells ringing in party
The impending elections to the Rajya Sabha and the Legislative Council in June seem to be the triggers that have brought the politicking back.
Great, Now Murder Hornets Are Turning Up in New Places
The fucking murder hornets are spreading.
Indonesia minister slammed for 'virus is like your wife' remarks
An Indonesian minister is under fire after he compared coronavirus to rebellious wives, in remarks aimed at soothing public fears about easing ...
Britain pushing US to form 5G club of nations to cut out Huawei
Britain said Friday it was pushing the United States to form a club of 10 nations that could develop its own 5G technology and reduce dependence on China's controversial telecoms giant Huawei. The issue is expected to feature at a G7 summit that US President Donald Trump will host next month against
Coldstream closes boat launches on Kalamalka Lake due to high water
Due to continuously rising water levels in Kalamalka Lake, the District of Coldstream has closed all its boat launches.The District of Coldstream announced
Pilot Lands At Closed RAF Base 'To Go To The Beach'
North Wales Police said they are “considering” whether there were “potential breaches” of the COVID-19 legislation.
Should You Buy Hertz Stock Now?
Understanding Hertz's current scenario is important to avoid a huge investing mistake.
Afghan Defense Ministry Claims Taliban Violated Ceasefire
The Afghan Ministry of Defense (MoD) on Friday accused the Taliban of having violated the ceasefire that was put in place on Saturday despite the group's assurances to fully implement the c
ED attaches Rs 385-cr asset of VVIP choppers case middleman Rajiv Saxena
It said the value of the properties attached is $50.90 million (Rs 385.44 crore) and a provisional order under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) has been issued
Bangladeshis killed in Libya were abducted and tortured, Foreign Ministry says
DHAKA (Reuters) - The 30 migrants slain by traffickers in Libya on Wednesday had been abducted while crossing the country in search of work and then tortured to extract a ransom, Bangladesh’s Foreign Ministry said on Friday, citing a survivor.
McConnell: Next coronavirus bill will be final COVID-19 package
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said on Friday that the next potential relief bill will be the final coronavirus stimulus legislation.
Minneapolis officer charged following death of black man in custody
The arrest comes after three days of protests.
England name 55-man training group ahead of summer schedule
A total of 55 players have been invited to work under ECB guidance in the coming weeks.
McConnell calls for end to violent protests
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell called for an end to violent protests in Minneapolis and in Louisville, Kentucky, where deaths have sparked riots and clashes between citizens and law enforcement.
King Henry VIII's Mary Rose gets a £25,000 cash injection from Historic England to stop the iconic warship from falling into disrepair as income from visitors dries up during lockdown
The money will allow employees to continue to work to monitor, maintain and repair the complex environmental system that preserves the 16th century Tudor battleship kept in Portsmouth.
League of Legends: Wild Rift alpha test begins June 5 in Brazil & Phillipines
The League of Legends: Wild Rift alpha test will deploy on mobile in Brazil and the Phillipines before expanding to further regions.
NCAA offers plan to bring athletes back to campus
The NCAA released a detailed plan -- offered as guidance, consistent with federal and local public health guidelines -- to help schools bring athletes back to campus.
Police arrest two officers for shooting teenager in Lagos
Two police officers have been arrested in Lagos for killing Tina Ezekwe, a 16-year old girl, at Iyana-Oworo area of Lagos, the police have said.
Neighbours applaud in the street as coronavirus survivor finally comes home
It was a moment his family thought they might never see
Locust invasion wreaks havoc on crops and orchards in Pakistan
The damage poses a threat to food security in an impoverished nation already struggling to tackle a coronavirus pandemic that has caused more than 1,300 deaths
Petition calling for UK PM's aide to be sacked passes one million signatures
LONDON (Reuters) - A petition calling for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest aide to be sacked after he took a long-distance journey during the country’s coronavirus lockdown has been signed by more than one million people.
LIVE: Trump to speak on China as it pushes for more control in Hong Kong
China’s communist leaders have been preparing for decades to take full control of the glittering capitalist oasis, while building up their own trade and financial centers to take Hong Kong's place.
Israel looks to export its coronavirus coping skills
Start-up nation Israel, on its way out of coronavirus lockdown, is seeking to export lessons that have allowed it to emerge as one of the least-hit victims of the pandemic.
Court Orders Lesotho Ex-First Lady Rearrested in Murder Trial
Lesotho's Court of Appeal on Friday ordered the rearrest of former first lady Maesaiah Thabane after revoking her bail on murder charges over the 2017 killing of her husband's estranged wife.
N.Y. Marine Reserve squadron gets its first KC-130J tanker plane
May 29 (UPI) -- Stewart Air National Guard Base, N.Y., received its first KC-130J Super Hercules tanker plane, manufacturer Lockheed Martin said Friday.
Quebec says 41 students and staff have tested positive for COVID-19 since reopening
A survey of school boards conducted May 25 found that 19 students and 22 staff members were found to be infected in the first two weeks following the reopening.
'I’m furious': Biden condemns Trump 'glorifying violence' and CNN arrest while officer in Floyd killing remains free
Joe Biden railed against the arrest of a CNN correspondent in Minneapolis, the handling of the officers involved in the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd, and President Trump's reaction to the violent riots in the city.
Official UK death toll rises to 38,161 after another 324 die
The latest figures were released by the Department of Health this afternoon, and consist of deaths in all settings including care homes.
Migrant crisis: Labourer’s body found lying in toilet of special train four days after he boarded it
The Jhansi-Gorakhpur train left Jhansi on May 23 and reached Gorakhpur on May 24. However, the worker’s body was found on May 27 in the railway yard.
India rejects US mediation in Ladakh standoff, reiterates China issue is bilateral
China too, in a statement on Friday, rejected any US mediation.
Housing sector faces its worst ever crisis due to Covid-19
Credai chief says Central government should offer a two per cent interest subsidy on home loans
Minnesota Guv Slams Trump’s Inflammatory Tweets: ‘It’s Just Not Helpful’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) on Friday afternoon decried President Donald Trump’s bellicose tweets about the ongoing protests in Minneapolis,...
New lockdown rules for having a barbecue legally
Barbecues are allowed under new government guidance
Police seize drugs, $53K cash from northwest Las Vegas home
Las Vegas police recently seized drugs, $53,000 in cash and two guns while serving a search warrant at a northwest Las Vegas home.
No Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum or Versailles: France’s three most iconic sites stay closed
None of France's three most iconic tourist sites will reopen when the country lifts most of its remaining coronavirus lockdown restrictions next week. Some of Europe's other major cultural sites are also taking their time to reopen.
Uber rolls out ride-by-hour option in some US cities
Uber on Friday said it would offer rides by the hour in some US cities, a feature aimed at helping Americans with essential trips during the coronavirus pandemic. The option, which is already
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Sources: David Price to give each Dodgers minor leaguer $1K in June to help during pandemic
Pitcher David Price will give each minor league player who is not on the Dodgers' 40-man roster $1,000 for the month of June, sources confirmed to ESPN.
EU economy to rebound ‘quite strongly’ next year says Dombrovskis
The European Commission’s proposed €750-billion coronavirus recovery fund should also help make the bloc’s economy more green and fit for the digital age, Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis tells Euronews.
Next-Gen Toyota Land Cruiser 300 To Likely Use New Turbo V6 Diesel Engine
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 could offer a new V6 turbocharged diesel engine in place of the V8, matching the latter’s performance
Last Minute Addition To Louisiana Bill Hamstrings Community Broadband
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Inside a coronavirus hospital in India, doctors see no end in sight
NEW DELHI – It was barely noon on Thursday when the metal doors of the mortuary at a hospital in south New Delhi swung open and staff in white coveralls rolled out a stretcher. Mourning
Instagram increases focus on Stories: Tests a double-story Stories feed
Instagram increases focus on Stories: Tests a Double-Story Stories Feed. Social media's future seems to be shifting to the Stories format.
With New Cross River Traffic Law, tax exemption for the poor is meaningless, Motorists
Cross State government has directly or indirectly reintroduced tax payment by the poor and less privileged in the state with the introduction of a new traffic regulatory law and agency.
Monkeys steal coronavirus blood samples in India
A troop of monkeys in India attacked a medical official and snatched away blood samples of patients who had tested positive for the novel coronavirus, authorities said on Friday. The attack occurred
Virginia enters phase one Friday as mandatory face mask rule goes into effect
The entirety of Virginia will be in phase one of reopening beginning Friday, as Richmond, Accomack County and the northern Virginia region join the rest of the state.
Smriti Irani hits back at Sonia Gandhi: Congress indulging in political slander unfortunate but expected
Smriti Irani alleged that the Congress was practising petty politics and was trying to break the country's resolve.
‘New normal’ aims to keep economy running: Minister
The government said on Thursday that it needed to implement the so-called “new normal” to keep the economy running while maintaining restrictions to contain the spread of COVID-19.
Sun Pharma gets nod for drug trial in COVID-19 patients
DCGI approves testing of pancreatitis drug Nafamostat
First aircraft lands at new Yobe International cargo airport
Two aeroplanes, on Friday landed at the new International Cargo Airport in Damaturu, Yobe State, in a test run ahead of the official opening of the airport.
Oakland prepares for Friday-night protest
A demonstration over the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis is planned for Friday night in Oakland.
Royal Oman Air Force conducts medical evacuation
The Royal Oman Air Force has conducted a medical evacuation of a citizen in Dhofar governorate.
Sanwo-Olu virtually commissions 18 projects
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu virtually commissioned 18 projects in commemoration of his first year in office at a ceremony held at the Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja.
Jalen Rose's passionate plea after death of George Floyd: 'We need people who aren't black' to fight injustice
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Taiwan decriminalises adultery in landmark ruling
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan’s constitutional court on Friday decriminalised adultery in a landmark judgment aimed at upholding personal rights and privacy, scrapping a law that activists said discriminated against women.
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Aviation regulator warns airlines that swarms of locusts could pose serious risk while flying
The DGCA said the pilot’s forward vision can be impeded if large numbers of the insects land on the windshield.
Road caves in as sewer line bursts
A portion on the southern stretch of Dr. Krishnasamy Road, near the CS&W Mill, caved in on Friday morning after a main sewer line beneath it burst.According to sources in the Corporation, the
Marc Thiessen points out New York Times hypocrisy on mail-in ballots
President Trump has been adamant that feels mail-in ballots could compromise the 2020 presidential election and Marc Thiessen pointed out that The New York Times used to feel the same way.
Mississippi mayor refuses to resign, says he 'didn't see anything unreasonable' with George Floyd's death
A Republican mayor from Mississippi is resisting calls to resign following a series of tweets where he claimed he "didn't see anything unreasonable" about the brutal death of George Floyd, a unarmed black man, at the hands of a white police officer who kneeled on his neck until he could not breathe anymore.
Can I go for a bike ride with my friends during the pandemic?
With more people escaping self-isolation for a springtime bike ride, infectious disease specialists say cycling may be one of the safer choices for outdoor activities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Locust swarms pose threat to aircraft during landing and takeoff phase: DGCA issues guidelines
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation said that pitot and static sources can also get partially or fully blocked while flying through locust swarms.
NZD/USD drops to daily low at 0.6170 ahead of US Pres. Trump's presser
The NZD/USD pair capitalized on the broad-based USD weakness and surged to its highest level since March 12th at 0.6241. However, the risk-averse envi
Pro boxer’s memorable repayment to hospital
Hassan N’Dam, a former middleweight world boxing champion, wanted to repay the French hospital that cared for his father-in-law through his bout with COVID-19. Perhaps with Champagne? Or chocolate? No
Twitter Censors Official White House Account
After censoring President Donald Trump's personal account, Twitter has now censored the official account of the White House as well.
Taiwan top court rules adultery no longer a crime
Taiwan's top court has decriminalised adultery, ruling the law against it breached constitutional protections of sexual autonomy and equality, in a move hailed by rights groups.
Region looking for feedback on plans for multi-use trail on Ottawa
The proposed plan has 5.5 kilometres of continuous multi-use trails on Ottawa between Homer Watson and Trussler
Democrats want interviews with Trump admin officials over watchdog firing
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Democratic lawmakers said on Friday they want to conduct closed-door interviews with officials from President Donald Trump’s administration about the surprise firing of State Department Inspector General Steve Linick, and release transcripts to the public.
Turkey says may begin oil exploration under Libya deal in three-four months
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey may begin oil exploration in the eastern Mediterranean within three or four months under a deal it signed with Libya that was condemned by others in the region including Greece, Energy Minister Fatih Donmez said on Friday.
Self-employed scheme extension leaves ‘vulnerable at risk’, says arts trade body
Caroline Norbury, Creative Industries Federation CEO, warned against a ‘cliff-edge’ end to support.
Power generation raised at Moolamattom
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No govt approval needed for Covid-19 tests: Gujarat HC
The issue raised by the Ahmedabad Hospitals and Nursing Home Association (AHNA), which had moved an application seeking a recall of the court’s earlier orders, directing the state government and the AMC to ensure prices are capped at the private hospitals to ensure no exorbitant billing for Covid-19 treatment, was taken up.
India Lockdown Diary, Day 66: Sonu Sood arranges flight for migrants; virtual farewell to Delhi HC judge and more
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Astronomers share video of black hole outburst
May 29 (UPI) -- Scientists with NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory released a new video Friday showing a pair of jets exploding from a black hole located 10,000 light-years from Earth. Chandra recorded the jets approaching speeds of nearly 80 percent the speed of light.
Michael Gove's Twitter account likes picture of porn before it's swiftly deleted
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster's social media page appeared to 'like' a pornography image, which has since been deleted
A white venture capitalist threatened to call the police on a group of black men in a Minneapolis gym, and a video of the incident is trending
Tom Austin, a venture capitalist, later apologized and said a building manager's email previously flagged concerns of non-tenants using the gym.
Coronavirus in Mumbai: IIT-Bombay reports first fatality due to COVID-19
The first death due to COVID-19 on the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) campus was reported on Thursday after an employee with the Institute's transport department succumbed to the deadly virus.
WHO, 37 nations launch alliance to share tools to tackle Covid-19 pandemic
“WHO recognises the important role that patents play in fuelling innovation but this is a time when people must take priority,” WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told an online news briefing.
Ministry calls for enforcement of social distancing measures
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Trump's family tries to clean up his mess by tweeting wildly inconsistent calls for peace
Their messages conflict with Trump's call for violence.
Sex beast caged after assaulting sleeping woman at house in East Lothian
Jack McInally assaulted the 21-year-old woman at a North Berwick house in March 2018.
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Film photographer Ashok Variava: With lockdown restrictions getting relaxed, we are hopeful
As general secretary of the Bollywood Photographer Association, Ashok Variava is aware of the struggle 600-odd colleagues are facing amid the coronavirus-induced lockdown.
Google's 'Sodar' is an AR tool for social distancing
Google has a new augmented reality tool that can help you follow social distancing rules when you do have to venture out of your home.
Church volunteer, 79, jailed for sexual offences dating back to 1950s
Man who used his good character to gain the trust of victims and their families jailed for sexually assaulting boys in crimes going back more than 60 years.
US layoffs climb to 41 million, despite business reopenings
An estimated 2.1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week despite the gradual reopening of businesses around the country
China says will ban pork imports from India to 'prevent swine fever': Report
China News: Citing concerns regarding African swine fever (ASF), China has announced that it will put a ban on imports of pigs, wild boar and related products fro
Trump will claim coronavirus success but first must define it
For President Trump to win a second term in the White House, strategists in both parties agree voters must have the perception he successfully managed the coronavirus outbreak and its economic fallout. But that first means a pitched battle with supporters of presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden to define success.
Coronavirus crisis: Renault to lay off 150,000 employees globally
The overall cuts would affect just under 10% of Renault's 180,000 global workforce. The firm has around 48,500 staff in France
Minneapolis police station set on fire, police retreat
Thursday marked the third straight day of protests in Minneapolis following the Monday death of George Floyd, a black Minnesota man who died in police custody.
Matthew Judon signs franchise tag to stay with Baltimore Ravens
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Matthew Judon, tagged in March, is set to earn around $16.3million in 2020.
'You can only survive so long' - airline worker talks about weathering crisis in hard-hit industries
Airlines have been among the hardest hit economically by the coronavirus crisis and one local laid-off employee is talking about how difficult it is now to survive.
Harvey Weinstein Hit With Another Lawsuit Regarding Four More Women
Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood mogul who was convicted of rape and sexual assault near the beginning of the year, now has a fresh batch of
Libraries to re-open, 'sneeze guards' at Bellingen council
Customer point of service 'sneeze guards' at service counters will be in place.
George Weisz, inventor of ventilator used for coronavirus patients, dead at 90
Weisz, who was born in Hungary in 1929, fled Budapest for London with his mother and two sisters in 1939, two weeks before the outbreak of World War II, The Times reported.
Investigators find Rs 30 million in wreckage of crashed Pak aircraft
The amount was recovered from two bags in the wreckage. Officials are now probing as how such a huge amount of cash got through airport security and baggage scanners and found its way into the ill-fated flight.
How will Europe's 'Big Five' look after the restart?
Football News: Football fans in England and Italy received the news they had been waiting for on Thursday after the Premier League and Serie A got restart dates for
Amit Shah speaks to CMs on way ahead after Lockdown 4.0
India News: Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday spoke to all chief ministers on the lockdown enforced to contain the spread of Covid-19 amid indications tha
Healthy people should wear masks only if caring for coronavirus patients, WHO says
The World Health Organization is recommending healthy people, including those who don’t exhibit COVID-19 symptoms, only wear masks when taking care of someone infected with the
Trump calls George Floyd protesters ‘thugs’ and vows military support | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump today called protesters in Minneapolis “thugs” and vowed that “when the looting starts, the shooting starts.” Trump tweeted after protesters outraged by the death of a black man in police custody torched a police station.
Masks, cleaning, filtration better than blocking middle seats: United CEO
United Airlines Holdings Inc Chief Executive Scott Kirby said on Thursday that facial masks, aircraft cleaning and air filtration systems are ...
Oil rises about 2% as higher US refinery rates offsets surprise crude build
US crude inventories rose 7.9 million barrels last week, exceeding expectations, due to a big increase in imports from Saudi Arabia, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) says
Simone Biles 'praying for the best' with rescheduled Tokyo Olympics
More sports News: Four-times Olympic champion Simone Biles said she was hopeful the rescheduled Tokyo Games will take place next year, amid concern over the global resp
Pregnant woman loses baby as Mangalore apartment denies her entry upon arrival from Dubai
A pregnant woman who arrived in Mangalore on a Vande Bharat flight was allegedly denied entry into her apartment by the residents’ association. She later lost the baby after failing to get help from hospitals or her locality.
Trump moves against social media cos, signs order stripping them of legal immunity
The move comes a day after an angry tirade from Trump against Twitter for labelling two of his tweets.
University to conduct final year exams; 1st, 2nd year students to be promoted on internal assessment
HRD Minister announced the decision in a webinar with Higher Education Institutes and their heads, reports TOI.
Russia Postpones BRICS Summit to Later Date
The summits of the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) and Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states have been postponed from July to a later date, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Kremlin press service said on May 27. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), established in 2001, brings together China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, […]
Social distance cinema: 'Grease' draws crowds to Madrid drive-in
With cinemas still closed, outdoor drive-in screens are rising in popularity, offering those cooped up at home a safe way to go out and enjoy a movie
Church volunteer, 79, jailed for sexual offences dating back to 1950s
Man who used his good character to gain the trust of victims and their families jailed for sexually assaulting boys in crimes going back more than 60 years.
Face-off along LAC in Ladakh: Chinese build-up will be matched, says NSAB member
Without disclosing exactly when diplomatic talks over the issue began, Narasimhan confirmed that “talks started much before last week”.
Wolves learn more about £16.5m Newcastle United target as starlet considers Molineux transfer
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US says Chinese helped direct $3.7b to North Korea
The US has charged 28 North Koreans and five Chinese with facilitating more than $3.7 billion in illegal payments for Pyongyang's nuclear program.
Russian agents have been hacking major email program: US National Security Agency
The NSA did not say who the Russian military hackers have targeted. But senior U.S. intelligence officials have warned in recent months that Kremlin agents are engaged in activities that could threaten the integrity of the November presidential election.
Coronavirus: 103yo US woman celebrates with a beer after beating COVID-19
Jennie Stejna defied the odds and celebrated in style.
Capgemini's top executive Thierry Delaporte is new Wipro CEO
Until recently, Thierry Delaporte was CEO of Capgemini Group and a member of its Group Executive Board. He held several leadership roles including that of CEO of Global Financial Services Strategic Business Unit, and head of all global service lines
Privatization of power sector | JKPEECC to hold protest on June 1 to oppose Centre's move
JKPEECC to hold protest on June 1 to oppose Centre’s move | In response to a call given by National Coordination Committee of Electricity Employees and Engineers, which is an amalgam of different power employee
'Spoke to PM Modi, he is not in good mood,' says Donald Trump about India-China tensions
New Delhi: United States President Donald Trump on Thursday referred to the border tensions between India and China as a 'big conflict' and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not in 'in a...
Minneapolis Third Precinct police station set on fire after rioters break in
The Third Precinct police station in Minneapolis was set ablaze Thursday night as violent protests continued in the city -- and other cities across the U.S. -- following Monday's death of George Floyd, a black man who died while in police custody.
Business Poll Backfires, Shows Public Wants Less Immigration
A business-funded poll backfired by showing that 56 percent of swing voters favor President Trump's decision to curb legal immigration.
‘400 Years of Anger’: Minneapolis Police Station Set Ablaze as Trump Threatens to ‘Start Shooting’
MINNEAPOLIS—Protesters demanding action over the death of 46-year-old George Floyd took over the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct late Thursday and set the building ablaze.Video from the scene showed demonstrators chanting “I can’t breathe” and cheering as the building was breached,
ANU: Job and income losses halted, confidence rising
Average hours worked increased from 32.3 per week in April to 32.8 per week in May, according to a study by the Australian National University’s (ANU) Centre for Social Research and Methods.
Roger Stone ordered to report to prison by June 30
Longtime Trump friend and political adviser Roger Stone must report to prison by June 30, the Bureau of Prisons said on Thursday.
Former Mets Player Appears To Have Brutally Honest Comment About Tim Tebow
A former New York Mets draft pick appeared to call out the organization and Tim Tebow in a social media post.
Keyless and clueless: Stranded truckers from north India tell tales of police brutality
Truck drivers stuck for over two weeks after cops confiscated their keys for transporting migrants. JOYEL K PIOUS & SHIBA PRASAD SAHU meet them during a late-night rendezvous
Rescheduled Boston Marathon now canceled
Staging the Boston Marathon ‘would not be responsible or realistic on September 14 or anytime this year,’ says the mayor
LA mayor says councilman should resign over bribery probe
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and the president of the City Council called Thursday for the resignation of Councilman Jose Huizar, who is the focus of a federal corruption investigation.
This lockdown, download a teacher
With online learning in great demand during the lockdown, startups in this teaching space are cashing in
As Covid figures grow rapidly in TN, CM calls for Collectors’ meet
With Tamilnadu witnessing 800 plus Covid-19 cases for the second consecutive day, Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami will today chair a video-conference with District Collectors. Continue Reading →
Trump Executive Order Targets Legal Protections for Social Media Giants
Executive order signed Thursday comes two days after Twitter fact-checked President Trump’s false claims about voting by mail
BJP MP Gautam Gambhir's father's SUV stolen from outside his home in Delhi
An SUV of Gautam Gambhir's father was stolen from outside their house in Rajendra Nagar area of Central Delhi, police said on Friday. Probe on.
Dangerous driver to serve three years in prison after swerving at police car
A dangerous driver who hit a policeman on the side of a road will serve a minimum three years' prison after earlier being removed from his sentencing because he began making threats.
One more COVID-19 death in Kottayam; Kerala’s toll climbs to 8
The deceased is a Thiruvalla native who was employed in Sharjah.
India’s coronavirus death count tops China as new cases spike
India's reported cases of 165,799 infections is the ninth highest globally, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.The mortality rate from Covid-19 in India stood at 2.8% against world average of 6.2%
Fans allowed to attend Russian football matches next month
Football News: Russian authorities said Thursday that a small number of spectators would be allowed at stadiums when the country's Premier League restarts its suspen
Trevor Bauer-Kyle Lohse’s MLB labor feud takes wild turn: ‘Sexist’
MLB players’ unhappiness with the latest salary proposal from the game’s owners, and how they have handled themselves in the process, are now pitting pitchers of different eras against each other
Police officer who kneeled on George Floyd's neck allegedly 'tried to kill' black man in 2008
Ira Latrell Toles claims Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin tried to kill him during a domestic abuse call in 2008, shooting him twice at close range
NZR confirm return of Farah Palmer Cup for 2020
A full 13-team Farah Palmer Cup has today been confirmed by New Zealand Rugby (NZR), with the season to kick off in August.
Wipro appoints Capgemini’s Thierry Delaporte as new CEO, MD
India Business News: Wipro said it has appointed Thierry Delaporte as its chief executive officer and managing director to replace outgoing Abidali Neemuchwala. Delaporte,
'Dark days' for Venice gondola makers
Already under threat, Venice's traditional gondola shipyards now lie silent apart from the gentle sound of canal water lapping at their doorsteps.
T20 World Cup Under 'Very High Risk' of Being Postponed: Cricket Australia
Cricket, like other sports, has come to a grinding halt with the world struggling with the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
'When the looting starts, the shooting starts': Trump weighs in on Minneapolis protests
Protesters set a police precinct building on fire in Minneapolis as riots spread to neighbouring St Paul, amid anger over the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man in police custody.
Pinoy seafarer kills himself as cruise ship trapped at sea
A Filipino cruise ship crew member died last week of self-inflicted harm, the US Coast Guard said as it confirmed the latest in a series of apparent suicides among such workers trapped at sea because of the coronavirus pandemic.
South Korea reports 58 new coronavirus cases
Rest of World News: Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun called for officials to examine working conditions at warehouses of online shopping companies, which have seen orders su
Gay asylum seeker who faced deportation to country with 'corrective rape' wins battle to stay in UK
The woman believed if she returned to Namibia with her British partner she could face homophobic 'corrective' rape
India slams Pakistan over its comments on Ram Temple construction, says should be embarrassed even to mention minorities
Taking strong note of the statement, Spokesperson of the Minsitry of External Affairs Anurag Srivastava said that Pakistan should be embarassed to even mention minorities.
Governors, AGF to discuss Executive Order 10 - The Nation Nigeria
Governors are to meet with the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) Abubakar Malami, on the impact of Executive ...
World Roundup: US death toll exceeds 100K • Kids at risk
Unthinkable just a few months ago, the United States on Wednesday surpassed the grim milestone of 100,000 coronavirus deaths, a sobering reminder of the devastation being wreaked around the globe by a virus that only emerged late last year.
Coronavirus: Amit Shah seeks chief ministers’ opinion as fourth phase of lockdown nears end
This is the first time the home minister individually spoke to the chief ministers amid the health crisis.
Premier League to restart on June 17
All the 20 Premier League clubs voted unanimously on Wednesday to return to contact training and the officials again met to discuss issues such as the restart date and the rebate to broadcasters on Thursday.
Raktanchal actor Nikitin Dheer: Happy to start my web career with a character like Waseem Khan
Nikitin Dheer on his first web series Raktanchal, playing Waseem Khan in the crime drama, and why his character of Tangaballi from Chennai Express will always remain special.
The Undertaker takes a shot at Hulk Hogan
The Undertaker didn't mince words while addressing this WWE legend.
Minneapolis police fire tear gas on crowd near Third Precinct; large fire erupts nearby
Police in Minneapolis tried to disperse a crowd gathering near the city’s Third Precinct on Thursday night, firing “flash bang” shots and then tear gas, according to reports.
Reservoirs are full – but the long-range forecast is for dry weather
RESERVOIRS are 95% full and the Island is in a ‘comfortable’ position despite the long spell of dry weather, Jersey Water has said.
The bird watcher, that incident and his conflicted feelings on her fate | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
NEW YORK >> His binoculars around his neck, Christian Cooper, an avid birder, was back in his happy place on Wednesday: Central Park during migration season. He was trying to focus on the olive-sided flycatchers and red-bellied woodpeckers — not on what had happened there two days earlier.
Fed Govt: many Nigerians dying of common ailments
Many Nigerians are dying of common ailments because hospitals refuse to attend to people as a result of COVID-19 fear, the government lamented ..
George Floyd protesters breach Minneapolis police precinct, set it on fire
Chaos and mayhem took over the streets of Minneapolis on Thursday night as protesters stormed a police precinct and set it ablaze in an explosion of anger over the death of George Floyd. The
Leeds United handed transfer boost in race for ex-Derby County star as restart given green light
Derby County transfer news: All the latest news and views from Pride Park on Friday, May 29 2020 as the coronavirus pandemic continues to suspend the Championship season
Thug caged after stabbing man in head with corkscrew then fleeing to Spain
Nathan Campbell assaulted two men with the corkscrew during a drunken rampage in Prestwick before boarding a plane to Alicante.
Lockdown in Gurugram: 18 More Areas Added to Containment Zones - Full List Here
Of the 123 cases reported yesterday, 92 of these were from Gurgaon, Faridabad and Sonipat alone. Gurgaon reported one more death, according to the state health department's daily bulletin.
This USB key claims to provide “anti-5G protection” and it costs over RM1,500
Lately, there’s a lot of misinformation that links 5G to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, there are incidents of people destroying mobile towers and now it appears that some scammers are cashing in on 5G radiation fears.
Minneapolis police station set on fire, police retreat
Thursday marked the third straight day of protests in Minneapolis following the Monday death of George Floyd, a black Minnesota man who died in police custody.
Coronavirus: Governor Abiodun finally lifts COVID-19 lockdown in Ogun state
The Ogun state government has lifted the lockdown order pronounced on the state, since the outbreak of coronavirus pandemic to combat the spread of the disease.
Modi 2.0 Anniversary: The Crisis Managers In The BJP-Led NDA Government
While PM Modi, himself is skilled in handling every crisis, the decision of abrogation of Article 370, SC's decision on Ayodhya, and the Coronavirus pandemic introduced us to the crisis managers of the Modi 2.0 government.
BJD leader, two others killed in fire accident in Odisha’s Berhampur
All of them are suspected to have died of asphyxiation after a fire broke out at Alekh Choudhry’s house
Chinese graduate students may be next hit by US-China tensions
US News: The Trump admin may soon expel thousands of Chinese graduate students enrolled at US universities and impose other sanctions against China in the late
Coronavirus update: India's COVID-19 tally crosses 1.65 lakh, over 7,000 new cases in last 24 hours
The total number of coronavirus cases in the country increased to 165,799.Delhi saw its biggest spike in daily COVID-19 count as over 1,000 people had tested positive for the virus
Harvey Weinstein accused of 4 more rapes in new lawsuit: report
More women have come forward with accusations of rape against Harvey Weinstein.
FDI inflows from Cayman Islands into India triples in FY20
The Cayman Islands, which is close to Cuba and was ranked in the study as the most prominent centre for financial secrecy, hosts more than 100,000 companies, a number that outstrips the local population
Indian Railways reinstates advance ticket reservation window to 120 days
According to a Railway Ministry spokesperson, the changes shall be implemented from 8 am of the train booking date of May 31 onwards
Dilip Ghosh calls death of migrants on trains 'small and isolated' incidents, sparks fierce backlash from Bengal Opposition
As extreme heat, hunger and dehydration take a toll on lakhs of migrant workers and their families rushing back home amid the lockdown, nine passengers, including a child, have been reported dead on 'Shramik Special' trains since Monday.
Serie A gets green light for June 20 restart
Serie A will be the fourth of Europe’s top five domestic leagues to restart following the Bundesliga, which resumed on May 16, and La Liga and the English Premier League, which are also due to get under way again in June.
TikTok rises to 4.4 stars after Google removes millions of negative reviews
Short video platform TikTok ascended to 4.4 stars from 1.2 stars surfaced last week. Google played a major role in improving the ratings by obliterating millions of one-star ratings and vile comments.
Local Mall Uses PAC-MAN and More To Keep Shoppers Entertained While Social Distancing
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Trump signs executive order; says social media platforms have 'unchecked power'
Trump-Twitter spat: US President Donald Trump said social media platforms have unchecked power to censor, restrict, edit, shape, hide, and alter virtually any form of communication between private citizens or large public audiences.
Roger Goodell: NFL plans to allow coaches back in team facilities next week
The NFL is about to take one small step toward restoring normalcy. Commissioner Roger Goodell announced Thursday following a virtual owners meeting that coaching staffs are expected to be allowed back
73-year-old man found dead in shed at home in Ehime Pref
Police are investigating the death of a 73-year-old man whose body was found in a shed at his residence in Imabari, Ehime Prefecture. According to police, the body of Matsumi Yoshii was found by his son just before 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sankei Shimbun reported. He was lying on the…
Dangerous driver to serve three years in prison after swerving at police car
A dangerous driver who hit a policeman on the side of a road will serve a minimum three years' prison after earlier being removed from his sentencing because he began making threats.
Tech industry group CEO: 'Amazon is basically providing for the country at this point'
Tech companies have seen increased demand and greater success during the pandemic fallout.
Simone Biles 'praying for the best' with rescheduled Olympics
Four-times Olympic champion Simone Biles said she was hopeful the rescheduled Tokyo Games will take place next year, amid concern over the global response
Registrations at Delhi University may begin on June 8
As per the tentative schedule, the first cut-off list will be released on August 11.
PUBG Mobile Mysterious Jungle mode releases on June 1
PUBG Mobile India Series 2020 tournament recently which would go on for about a month and involve several teams that compete in a preliminary round and some invitees too
Calm before the storm for Japan suicides as coronavirus ravages economy
TOKYO (Reuters) - The phones at the Tokyo suicide hotline start ringing as soon as it opens for its once-weekly overnight session. They don’t stop until the lone volunteer fielding calls from hundreds of people yearning to talk signs out early the next morning.
Trump could scrap or weaken law that protects social media companies
Trump wants to “remove or change” a provision of a law known as Section 230 that shields social media companies from liability for content posted by their users.
Dave Gettleman may finally be on other side of Giants mess
Part 13 in a series analyzing the New York Giants. There is this contingent of fans who almost prefer to see the Giants slip-slide away, so as to confirm in their minds general manager Dave Gettleman
Pinarayi Vijayan says Kerala on ‘brink of community spread’ as cases spike
Kerala on Thursday reported 84 fresh Covid-19 cases, taking the total to 1,088.
WATCH: Continuing education for AlphaKids at home
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GM Chinese Brand Wuling Launches New Electric Minivan
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COVID-18 Watch: Hotels, airlines look for new revenue streams, hold on to cash to tide over liquidity crunch
Other steps like drastic cost control and a sharp reduction in future supply addition are also in the offing.
CA wants T20 World Cup pushed to 2021 as politics takes spooky turn
Cricket Australia has asked that the men's T20 World Cup be pushed back a year as the sport's global politics begin to resemble something out of a spy novel.
Shots fired during ‘tense’ George Floyd protests in Denver
Shots were fired at a George Floyd demonstration in Denver Thursday evening, with one protester filmed being run over after an altercation with a driver. The shooting occurred in a park across the
Trump cruises on caps lock to claim mail-in voting will 'LEAD TO THE END' for Republicans
Despite the Trump administration's alarming characterization of voter and mail-in voting fraud, real-life cases have been scant.
Day After Khattar Govt's Sealing Decision, Chaos Reported at Haryana-Delhi Border
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Hong Kong Govt: Removing US special status is 'double-edged sword'
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DepEd junks face-to-face classes
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Locusts' threat: JK govt sounds high alert
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New Zealand Government Seeking To Expand Its Internet Censorship Powers
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Knife thug jailed after armed robbery foiled by hero Edinburgh shopkeeper
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A lawyer suing billionaire Sydney property developer Harry Triguboff alleges he was sacked from his prestigious job for refusing to lie in an affidavit.
TikTok owner ByteDance moves to shift power out of China: Report
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Germany's Merkel rejects Trump invite to attend G7 summit in Washington- Politico
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has refused to accept U.S. President Donald Trump’s invitation to attend an envisaged summit of the Group of Seven (G7) in the United States, Politico reported on Friday.
Germany's Merkel rejects Trump invite to attend G7 summit in Washington: Politico
(Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel has refused to accept U.S. President Donald Trump’s invitation to attend an envisaged summit of the Group of Seven (G7) in the United States, Politico reported on Friday.
Coming Apocalypse of Xi Jinping
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China’s media slams Trump over border comments, says he is ‘driving a wedge’
Washington believes the combined strength of Beijing and New Delhi could impair its interests in Asia and beyond, says The Global Times
Can engineer defections from Congress, claims Jarkiholi
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Indian IT to get first non-Indian CEO in Wipro’s Thierry Delaporte
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Van Jones: Every White Person Has ‘Virus’ in Brain, It’s ‘Too Late to Be Innocent’
CNN host says even liberal, well-intentioned white people
Bhopal: Chock-a-block with traffic, Rachna Nagar underpass turns into accident-prone spot
No less than two collisions are reported everyday from under bridge that is now overburdened by four times of its original capacity.
Covid takes toll on core sector, output slumps 38% in April
India Business News: Output of eight core sector industries plunged 38.1% in April — probably the steepest ever — led by an over 80% slump in cement and steel production d
Three die, 15 injured in Anambra communal clash
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US Defence Secretary talks to Rajnath Singh, says Pentagon
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Pak fired explosive shells destroyed in Rajouri, Poonch
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Derek Carr Pleads For ‘Division & Hate’ To End With Powerful Statement Amid George Floyd Death (TWEET)
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Where protests are expected following Minneapolis 'I can't breathe' death
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‘Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum’ Remake Will Offer a New Take on the South Korean Found Footage Horror Movie
The South Korean found footage movie Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum is getting an American remake.
Working hours for commercial activities from 7am to 1pm from Sunday
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Michael Flynn asked Russia to avoid ‘tit-for-tat’ over Obama penalizing Moscow for election interference, new transcripts show
Democrats say transcripts show Flynn lied to FBI while undercutting sitting president
New PPA after 5 years: Madhya Pradesh approves pact with Adani Power
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Twitter ignores far worse than Trump — time to stop singling him out
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NFL gets out of Roger Goodell sitdown with Barstool's Dave Portnoy, who then calls commish a 'coward'
Stool Presidente has his say after the league shut down the meeting.
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North Carolina presses GOP on safety standards for convention
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Adapt or perish: How indie bookshops thrived amid Australia's shutdown
In recent years indie bookshops have thrived where once chains failed, through personal service: but it was intimacy placed at at risk when the pandemic hit.
Bengal govt. to recruit more workers
“This workforce increase will ensure that public services are uninterrupted and unhindered,” Mamata Banerjee said.
What the papers say – May 30
The easing of lockdown has taken over from the Dominic Cummings affair on the nation’s front pages.
Ohio State Coach Ryan Day Shares Message Amid George Floyd Protests
Ohio State's Ryan Day is among the first high-profile coaches who appears to have shared a message in support amid the turmoil.
Karnataka: Farmers fear locust menace in Madhurigi
Farmers around Gauribidanur Road and surrounding areas in the town have expressed apprehensions over the swarms of locusts found in the area.
Over 1,000 cases recorded in four days as Nigeria’s COVID-19 toll surpasses 9,000
Three months after Nigeria confirmed its index COVID-19 case, more than 9,000 cases have now been recorded. Between May 26 and May 29, the country recorded a total of 1,234
Adapt or perish: How indie bookshops thrived amid Australia's shutdown
In recent years indie bookshops have thrived where once chains failed, through personal service: but it was intimacy placed at at risk when the pandemic hit.
Grand Canyon to fully open South Rim in June; North Rim to open
The Grand Canyon is expanding access to its more popular South Rim entrance and planning to let visitors in around the clock next month after it shuttered temporarily over coronavirus concerns.
Watchdog asks Crown to consider charges against five officers in death of B.C. man
SURREY, B.C. — British Columbia’s police watchdog is asking Crown counsel to consider use of force and obstruction charges against five police officers after the death of a Prince George man while in custody.
Kentucky Derby betting futures reset after Nadal injury
Circa Sports is now offering yes/no props on eight horses for the Run for the Roses after an injury ended the career of the early Derby favorite.
'Lockdown boredom led me to smoke more weed’
Reece had big plans for his time during lockdown but instead he has found himself smoking drugs.
IMF Approves $732 Million to Help Bangladesh Address Effects of Coronavirus Measures on Economy
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Real women are recreating sexy Sports Illustrated Swimsuit covers
Oh, we’re still doing beach bods this year?
Will give Rs 25 cr to Rlys: Vijay Rupani
The funds are being given to the Railways at a time when the ticket fare for the journey is being charged from the migrants itself.
Revolutionary poet Varvara Rao admitted to Mumbai hospital
Varavara Rao's wife Hemalatha and daughter Pavana staged a three-hour-long protest at home, holding placards for release of the 80-year-old who was arrested in November 2018.
Partygoer at Missouri's Lake of Ozarks positive for COVID-19
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Health officials said Friday that they were seeking to “inform mass numbers of unknown people” after a person who attended crowded pool parties over Memorial Day weekend at Missouri’s Lake of the Ozarks tested positive for COVID-19.
Akwa Ibom Assembly suspends two council chairmen over misconduct
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Bitcoin Risks a Free-Fall to $7,000 Despite Strong Fundamentals, Analysts Warn
Fundamental strength may not be enough to stop Bitcoin from seeing a decline into the $7,000 region – according to one prominent trader.
Donald Trump Contacts Members of George Floyd's Family
President Donald Trump said Friday at the White House that he spoke with family members of George Floyd who died in Minnesota.
Coronavirus in Ujjain: Death toll reaches 56, cases tally 660, 286 under treatment
The death toll reached 56 as a report of a 50-year-old woman, reportedly resident of Rami Nagar, who died on Tuesday, came positive on Friday.
Coronavirus could deepen Britain’s North-South divide, Sir Keir Starmer says
The Labour leader also says ‘a huge debt of gratitude’ is owed to key workers.
Studio Ghibli’s Porco Rosso is a fairy tale without a fairy-tale ending
Hayao Miyazaki mixes reality with fantasy to stirring effect
City council member among arrests as police station damaged, grocery store looted in Charlotte protests
Police say a city council member was among several people arrested as hundreds gathered in Charlotte Friday to protest the death of George Floyd, the man who died in police custody in Minnesota.
Gujarat: 608 discharged —highest in a day; 372 new cases reported in state
Ahmedabad comprised nearly 70 per cent of the total new cases for the day with 253 more testing positive for Covid-19. These include 17 cases from the rural jurisdiction of Ahmedabad, two of whom died -- a 52-year old man from Dascroi and another 60-year old woman from Viramgam taluka.
Lockdown 5.0 in Bhopal: People with sweet tooth look tickled pink after two months
The pandemic has also drilled into the mind of everyone the importance of wearing mask.
'It is dire:' Study finds B.C. logging continues on critical caribou habitat
The British Columbia government has permitted logging on more than 900 square kilometres of land despite its being listed as critical caribou habitat, says
Temple looted in Palghar, priests attacked
A group of three persons attacked the temple’s head priest and his assistant and decamped with valuables worth ₹6,800,
Einhorn’s Greenlight Hedge Funds Rebound With 7.4% Gain in May
David Einhorn’s hedge funds surged 7.4% in May as U.S. stocks rallied.
Celebrities Pitch In To Help Pay Minneapolis Protesters’ Bail
Multiple well-known actors and public figures have made donations to an organization that is working to pay the bail of protesters arrested in Minneapolis, Minnesota during the George Floyd ...
Arsenal: 3 improvements Granit Xhaka must make to continue progress
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Watchdog asks Crown to consider charges against five officers in death of B.C. man
SURREY, B.C. - British Columbia's police watchdog is asking Crown counsel to consider use of force and obstruction charges against five police officers afte
Madhya Pradesh: Mandsaur farmers produce record 2.85 lakh metric tonne of wheat
An amount of Rs 388.90 crore has already been deposited in the bank accounts of farmers.
Donald Trump's social media diktat may not shift India’s stand
India has been facing a challenge of misinformation on a large scale and has had to deal with situations such as mob lynching due to unchecked hate speech and fake news on social media.
US Intelligence Chief Releases Flynn-Kislyak Transcript
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2024 BMW M5 Rumored To Go Electric And Offer Bugatti Veyron Power
Looks like an all-electric M5 will be on the horizon for BMW, as the German manufacturer plays catch up in the EV scene.
Coronavirus sinks US consumer spending; savings hit record high
U.S. consumers cut spending by the most on record for the second straight month in April while boosting savings to an all-time high, and the ...
Man arrested, suspected of redeeming more than 200 face masks from vending machines
SINGAPORE: A 32-year-old man was arrested on Thursday (May 28) after more than 200 Government-issued face masks were fraudulently redeemed from ...
Scientists warn ‘too soon to ease lockdown’ ahead of ‘tempting’ warm weekend
The comments come ahead of relaxation of restrictions in England on Monday.
Daiichi Sankyo case: Singapore’s SC dismisses Singh brothers’ plea
In a big setback to former Ranbaxy promoters Malvinder Singh and Shivinder Singh, the Supreme Court of Singapore has dismissed their appeal seeking quashing of the Singapore High Court’s order that upheld the Rs 2,500-crore arbitration award in favour of Japanese pharma major Daiichi Sankyo.
Tata vs Mistry: SC to hear Cyrus Mistry’s plea for Tata Sons board seat
Mistry wants the SP group firms - Cyrus Investment Pvt Ltd and Sterling Investment Corporation - should be given proportionate representation on the Tata Sons board and all its committees, which allegedly was denied to his family group.
PHCC opens 3 drive through swabbing hubs for Covid-19
As part of the country’s wide efforts to manage the Covid-19 outbreak, PHCC will be operating 3 drive through swabbing hubs at three PHCC Health Centers.
US cop who kneeled on black man's neck charged with third-degree murder
Policeman Derek Chauvin, one of four officers who were fired over George Floyd's death, has been taken into custody.
Minneapolis police officer charged with murder of George Floyd
MINNEAPOLIS — A white former Minneapolis police officer was charged with murder on Friday after a bystander video showed him pinning his knee into the neck of an unarmed black man who later died, an incident that triggered three nights of violent protests.
President Trump says he spoke to George Floyd’s family
Trump said he conveyed his sympathy to the family.
Dangerous driving spree ends with minivan crashing into Cambridge restaurant
A 33-year-old has been arrested
Minneapolis protest misinformation stokes racial tensions
CHICAGO — The false social media posts started just hours after protesters first began chanting and carrying banners around the Minneapolis neighbourhood where George Floyd, an African American man, died handcuffed in police custody.
Railways’ treatment of migrants borders on barbarism, violation of rights: NHRC
The NHRC, which issued the notices on Thursday, said it was taking suo motu cognizance of media reports on trains taking days to reach their destination.
Covid effect? Debt Mutual Funds to face multiple headwinds
Since the lockdown was imposed in India to contain the spread of novel coronavirus, weak liquidity of underlying assets and redemption pressures have been a risk to the debt mutual funds.
GDP numbers a telling commentary of BJP’s economic management, says Congress
Former Union minister Jairam Ramesh alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in denial mode.
Minecraft Dungeons' first DLC, Jungle Awakens, planned for July
It won't be a long wait before Minecraft Dungeons' first DLC release, with Jungle Awakens set to arrive in July.
BJP, Apni Party slam NC for boycotting delimitation exercise
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Humana Awarded New Contract to Continue Serving Medicaid Managed Care Residents in Home State of Kentucky
Humana Awarded New Contract to Continue Serving Medicaid Managed Care Residents in Home State of Kentucky
Donald Trump to revoke Hong Kong trade privileges in China escalation
President also says US will withdraw from World Health Organization over pandemic response
Partygoer at Missouri's Lake of Ozarks positive for COVID-19
Health officials said Friday that they were seeking to “inform mass numbers of unknown people” after a person who attended crowded pool parties over Memorial Day weekend at Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks tested positive for COVID-19. Camden County Health Department said in a release that the resident
Andhra Pradesh HC slaps contempt case on 49 netizens
India News: NEW DELHI: Exasperated by a scurrilous smear campaign against it for ruling against government decisions, the Andhra Pradesh high court has taken the .
US cop who kneeled on George Floyd's neck charged with third-degree murder
A Minneapolis policeman accused of killing unarmed African-American George Floyd by kneeling on his neck was taken into custody on Friday and charged with third-degree murder, officials said.
There Is No Evidence Belly Mujinga Got COVID-19 From Being Spat On: British Police Make Chilling Statement
British Police said there is no evidence to substantiate a criminal offence in the case of Belly Mujinga who died of COVID-19 after being spat on by a man.
Criminal Trials Set to Resume at Sacramento Court
After nearly three months of plotting a reopening path, Sacramento County Superior Court is ready to debut a new “socially distanced” era of criminal justice featuring temperature checks, mandatory masks and jurors behind plexiglass.
Deroy Murdock: Rioters do injustice to George Floyd, tortured and killed in a case of police brutality
When those who derided George Floyd’s killing smashed police car windows and lobbed bottles at cops, the rioters began their slide off the moral high ground.
New York’s nursing home horrors are even worse than you think
Patricia Castillo remembers when the Newfane Rehab and Health Care Center, where her mother lived, notified her that a patient had just been admitted from a nearby Niagara County hospital with
Minneapolis police officer charged with murder of George Floyd
MINNEAPOLIS, May 30 ― A white former Minneapolis police officer was charged with murder yesterday after a bystander video showed him pinning his knee into the neck of an unarmed black man who later died, an incident that triggered three nights of violent protests. Derek Chauvin, the officer seen...
Young Minneapolis mayor in spotlight after police killing, protests
(Reuters) - Shaken and angry, Minneapolis’ telegenic young mayor stood in front of television cameras over and over this week - first to decry the police killing of George Floyd, and on Friday to impose a curfew as parts of his city burned in ongoing protests.
Online misinformation over George Floyd protests in Minneapolis stoke racial tensions
False social media posts include the officer charged in Floyd’s death incorrectly pictured next to Trump, rumours a Minneapolis officer was responsible for breaking windows
Matt Gaetz files an FEC complaint against Twitter for 'domestic election interference'
Rep. Matt Gaetz filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission against Twitter after the social media giant issued a fact-check on one of President Trump's tweets about absentee ballots.
Trump walks back his incendiary Minneapolis ‘thugs’ post
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has tried to walk back his post-midnight “thugs” tweet about Minneapolis protesters that added to outrage over the police killing of a black man....
Renters more likely to struggle in coronavirus crisis than homeowners, says study
The analysis was carried out by the Resolution Foundation and underlines the difficulties faced by those who do not own their property
Amphan cyclone: Insurers estimate losses up to Rs 1,000 crore
With the general insurers receiving mostly property and motor claims after cyclone Amphan caused widespread distructions in West Bengal and Odisha, the insured losses from the calamity could be in the range from Rs 800 crore to Rs 1,000 crore.
Actor Hill Harper Gets Crushed For Misgendering Zaya Wade, Saying ‘Young Man’ (TWEETS)
This is pretty much where we are in 2020. Actor Hill Harper the post by Gabrielle Union on Instagram wishing…
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I received with reservations, the current touted plan by the federal government to provide palliatives for the creative industry. The move appeals to me
Adeleke's continuous absence frustrates his trial for exam malpractice
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, discharged a former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, Ademola Adeleke
Britain's Got Talent judges baffled by bizarre duo performing in clay masks
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Police looking for man accused of shooting 17-year-old girl in N.C. Burger King parking lot
Charges have been filed against 19-year-old Michael Edward Bolch III in connection to the shooting of 17-year-old Nasani Raley.
Cruz calls for criminal investigation into Twitter for violating US sanctions on Iran
Sen. Ted Cruz R-Texas sent a letter to Attorney General Bill Barr and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin Friday, urging them to open a criminal investigation into Twitter for violating sanctions on Iran.
Government needs to govern
Sir, – Schools around Europe are reopening but here we are told that ours may not reopen in September, and even then probably for less than 50 per cent of the pupils on any given day.
India paves way for Apple, others to increase domestic production by removing a clause
Govt has dropped irritants from its PLI scheme, paving way for phone-makers to ramp up production in India.
Bitcoin’s Funding is Flashing a Warning Sign After Rejection at Key Resistance
Bitcoin's rejection at $9,700 has coincided with funding flipping positive. This suggests that sellers are gaining the upper hand over buyers
Trump strikes China over virus, Hong Kong and student visas
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has announced that he would withdraw funding from the World Health Organization, end Hong Kong’s special trade status and suspend visas of Chinese graduate...
Minnesota mobilizes more troops as governor warns of harsh crackdown after riots
Minnesota's governor called up more national guard troops Saturday and warned they would
U.S. high court rejects church challenge to Illinois pandemic rules
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday rejected a challenge to Illinois’ restrictions on religious services during the coronavirus pandemic, noting that the state had lifted the limits in question.
A college with stories of hope
Hundreds of girls have graduated from their two-year diploma programmes and have become nurses.
U.S. high court rejects church challenges to state pandemic rules
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected challenges on Friday to curbs on religious services in California and Illinois during the coronavirus pandemic. In the California dispute, the nine justices split 5-4 in rejecting a bid by South Bay United Pentecostal Church in Chula Vista to block the rules issued by
Wall St ends mostly higher as U.S.-China spat simmers
U.S. stocks finished mostly higher on Friday after President Donald Trump announced measures against China in response to new security legislation that were less threatening to the U.
Scientists warn ‘too soon to ease lockdown’ ahead of ‘tempting’ warm weekend
The comments come ahead of relaxation of restrictions in England on Monday.
Franklin Graham’s Charlotte-based chaplains head to Minneapolis in Floyd case
To his 8.6 million Facebook followers, Graham reacted with anger to Floyd’s death.
Ailing people, kids, pregnant women should avoid travel: Railway
India News: NEW DELHI: The railway ministry on Friday appealed to people with pre-existing medical conditions, pregnant women, children below 10 years and those a.
White House goes on brief lockdown after protest erupts nearby
The White House went into a brief lockdown on Friday evening as protests over the death of George Floyd raged nearby, according to reporters who said they were in the building at the time.
Trump claimed he didn't know about the racist origins of his 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' remarks in light of the escalating violence amid the George Floyd protests
In a tweet, Trump appeared to quote former Miami police chief Walter Headley, whose harsh policing in black neighborhoods incited riots in 1968.
Former champ Tyron Woodley ready to resume UFC ‘journey’
The welterweight star will step back in the cage for the first time since losing his belt at T-Mobile Arena more than a year ago when he faces Gilbert Burns at UFC on ESPN 9 on Saturday.
Test backlogs hit record levels in South Africa as global supplies are rationed
South Africa, which has the largest number of COVID-19 cases in the African continent, is at the mercy of global suppliers who arbitrarily allocate their test kits to the world’s continents and then to specific countries, according to health officials
Video: Iranian Supreme Leader Slams History of US Race Relations in ’#BlackLivesMatter’ Tweet
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Brazil COVID-19 death toll hits 27,878, surpassing hard-hit Spain
Brazil on Friday reached 27,878 coronavirus deaths, official figures showed, surpassing the toll of hard-hit Spain and making it the country with the fifth-highest number of fatalities.
Twin Cities simmer as curfews imposed to counter riots go into effect
An 8 p.m. CT curfew for the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minn., went into effect Friday following three nights of violent, chaotic demonstrations following the death of George Floyd that climaxed Thursday night with rioters setting a police station ablaze.
Gov Emmanuel vows to investigate NDDC director’s death
Gov Emmanuel has vowed to investigate the sudden death of the Ag Executive Director, Fin and Admin of the NDDC, Ibanga Bassey Etang.
Britain’s Got Talent singer Imen Siar stunned her unsuspecting father with audition
EXCLUSIVE: Imen Siar didn't only surprise judges Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden when she auditioned for Britain's Got Talent - her dad didn't seen it coming either
Delhi Govt takes over 5 hotels for Covid wards
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Poor and black, northeast Brazil faces COVID-19 'hurricane'
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GPs and home visits
A chara, – I hope that the ongoing deliberations of our Oireachtas Special Committee on the Covid-19 Response will also include an examination of how GPs deliver medical care to patients confined to their homes.
Credit flow: Rs 4L crore reverse repo funds sanctioned as loans
RBI data show banks have parked Rs 6.3 lakh crore under the reverse repo route.
Third level and a change of mind
Sir, – Leaving Cert students who are contemplating their CAO forms at the moment will be grateful for the Change of Mind 2020 supplement and Brian Mooney’s advice about choosing your college course carefully (“Decision time: what should you study?”, May 26th).
Britain’s Got Talent singer Imen Siar stunned her unsuspecting father with audition
EXCLUSIVE: Imen Siar didn't only surprise judges Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden when she auditioned for Britain's Got Talent - her dad didn't seen it coming either
Trump says he spoke to Modi about China; no recent contact: Indian officials
On Friday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told US Defence Secretary Mark T Esper that New Delhi would resolve its differences with Beijing bilaterally.
Learn what type of COVID-19 testing is available, accuracy of tests as widespread testing comes to SC
Efforts to increase widespread testing are seen by mobile testing centers that have popped up across the state.
In broadside against China, Trump moves toward ending Hong Kong privileges
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The shootout was the result of a feud on the market of passenger transportation services between Kyiv and the suburban town.
Aarogya Setu is completely secure: Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad
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Madhya Pradesh: Balaghat police open fire on tribals suspecting naxals
Meantime, the two tribal who were brothers, were returning from the nearby jungle along with their buffalo.
Plea in SC against detention of Saifuddin Soz
The petition, filed by his wife, said he had been under detention since August 5, 2019 when the special rights given to Kashmiri people under Article 370 were removed
Report: UFC, Reebok could ‘part ways’ as contract expires at the end of 2020
The UFC’s sponsorship deal with Reebok is due to expire at the end of 2020 and the promotion is already looking in a different direction.
Move over James Bond: India returns alleged bird spy to Pakistan
Indian police have released a pigeon belonging to a Pakistani fisherman after a probe found that the bird, which had flown across the contentious border between the nuclear-armed nations, was not a spy, two officials said on Friday.
Young Minneapolis mayor in spotlight after police killing, protests
Shaken and angry, Minneapolis’ telegenic young mayor stood in front of television cameras over and over this week – first to decry the police killing of George Floyd, and on Friday to impose a curfew as parts of his city burned in ongoing protests.
North Korea says it supports China's measures on Hong Kong
SEOUL, May 30 ― North Korea today expressed its support for China's decision to impose new national security laws in Hong Kong, calling it a “legitimate step” to safeguard the state security. “Since Hong Kong issue is an issue pertaining thoroughly to the internal affairs of China, any...
Delhi: Hospital bed crisis looms as Covid-19 cases rise in capital
The Delhi govt pushes home treatment solution for all non-severe patients, links some hotels with hospitals to increase capacity as infections spike.
How To Install The Windows 10 May 2020 Update If It's Missing
The Windows 10 May 2020 update is here, but it might not be here for you. Yes, it’s another rollout. Yes, we typically recommend you hold off on installing major Windows 10 updates until plenty of other people have “tested” them to make sure you’re not about to get hit with a horrific, performance-draining...
Britain's Got Talent judges baffled by bizarre duo performing in clay masks
Tom and Noelle are the latest double act to hit the Britain's Got Talent stage and their choice of outfits have left the judges rather confused...
Coronavirus could deepen Britain’s North-South divide, Sir Keir Starmer says
The Labour leader also says ‘a huge debt of gratitude’ is owed to key workers.
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Toronto’s police chief calls for expedited investigation into woman’s fatal fall from balcony
Chief Saunders’s call comes with protests planned in support of the family of Regis Korchinski-Paquet and some raising parallels to George Floyd, a black man’s death that came during an arrest in Minneapolis
Corona Impact: IIT Indore classrooms to house 50%, hostels 40% of total capacity
It has planned some tough measures to check entry of the deadly virus entry into the campus when academic activities will start.
Mexico nabs gang chief allegedly behind US journalist attack
MEXICO CITY — Authorities in northern Mexico said Friday they arrested a gang leader allegedly involved in as many as 50 killings and an attack on a U.S. journalist.
Haryana police asks banks, jewellers to ensure visitors take off masks at entry
Haryana’s DGP Manoj Yadava issued the advisory to all district police chiefs (commissioners of police and superintendents of police), asking them to circulate the instructions to all jewellers, banks, gold finance companies and so on
Police discover guests staying at five-star hotel during coronavirus lockdown
Officers made the discovery after they were called to Ramside Hall Treehouse in County Durham, to reports of a domestic incident - the hotel's owners have since been reported to the council
Biden speaks of racial ‘open wound,’ contrasting with Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden lamented the “open wound” of the nation's systemic racism on Friday as he responded to the police killing of a black man in Minnesota. He...
Coronavirus could deepen Britain’s North-South divide, Sir Keir Starmer says
The Labour leader also says ‘a huge debt of gratitude’ is owed to key workers.
Lawrence Jones alarmed prosecutors unable to find 'intent and malice' in Floyd's death
Lawrence Jones weighed in on the charges levied against the Minneapolis police officer who is seen in a viral video putting his knee into the neck of George Floyd, who dies in police custody.
US threat to deny student visas reminiscent of McCarthy era: FM
US President Donald Trump’s threat to slap sanction on Chinese students in the US is brazen political persecution and racist, said a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson who wondered if McCarthyism is making a comeback in the US.
India's economic growth dips drastically during coronavirus pandemic
Indian economy grew by 4.2% in fiscal year ending March, down from 6.1% previous year
As coronavirus scams proliferate, Google launches scam-spotter tool
Scammers beware: Google is on the lookout for you.
Power Five leagues ask Congress for athlete compensation law
The Power Five conference commissioners are asking Congress to move forward with federal legislation regarding compensation for college athletes.
UK plans new 5G club of 10 democracies, including India: Report
The move to speed up such a club comes as the UK launched an inquiry into Huawei's involvement in the country's mobile network upgrade in the wake of US sanctions against the company.
Railways defends itself, says Shramik Specials can be terminated or rerouted
Yadav also defended the Railways against the flak over lack of food and water on board the delayed trains.
Look Back At The Happier Days With The Happy Days of Garry Marshall
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U.S. Asians Pushing Back Against Harassment After Surge Of Attacks
A spike in harassment of Asian-Americans since the coronavirus pandemic began has led community activists in the United States to fight back
MASS Design Group outlines redesign strategies for restaurants following coronavirus
US architecture firm MASS Design Group has suggested that restaurants add barriers, remove bar seating and seek local produce sources to curtail infection and promote social distancing to allow patrons to safely eat out following the coronavirus lockdown.
‘Telling commentaryon BJP management’: Cong hits out after dip in GDP growth rate
Congress leader and former finance minister P Chidambaram blamed the government’s economic management for the new low in GDP growth.
At AIIMS, 206 cases among healthcare workers but most have recovered
The country’s top medical institute has a manpower of 20,000 people, which includes administration, faculty, doctors, nurses, paramedics, as well as outsourced workers.
Ex-FM Morshed Khan leaves for London by chartered flight in pandemic
Former foreign minister M Morshed Khan has left Bangladesh for Britain by a chartered plane amid the coronavirus pandemic.
L.A. County Approved to Reopen Hair Salons, Barbershops
Nail salons are still excluded, but L.A. is moving fast toward reopening of hair salons, barbershops, even restaurants amid the coronavirus.
Seahawks' L.J. Collier pledges redemption after down 2019 debut
L.J. Collier, the Seahawks' 2019 first-round pick, is eager to prove himself in Seattle's pass rush after a disappointing debut.
Trump claims his 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' remarks weren't a call to violence but instead a 'fact'
Trump's tweet, which was in reference to unrest in Minneapolis, was flagged as violating Twitter's rules.
Five Delhi luxury hotels made extended Covid hospitals
NEW DELHI: To ensure sufficient beds to deal with the increasing coronavirus cases, the Delhi government on Friday directed that five luxury hotels in.
Move over James Bond; India returns alleged bird spy to Pakistan
The bird had participated in a pigeon racing contest and the digits on the bird's leg were his mobile phone number.The Pakistani owner of the pigeon had urged India to return his bird, which Indian villagers turned over to police after discovering it
Saber CEO says there’s still untapped power in Nintendo Switch hardware
Saber Interactive, the team behind the impressive port of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and the upcoming port of World War Z, still feel that developers can get even more juice out of the Nintendo Switc…
Trump cuts off World Health Organization over China coronavirus ‘coverup’
WASHINGTON — President Trump on Friday announced he is suspending the United States’ relationship with the World Health Organization — accusing the global body of covering up the
Florida officials approve Walt Disney World reopening plans
(Reuters) - Florida officials have approved plans for a phased reopening of Walt Disney World (DIS.N) in Orlando starting on July 11, according to a memo from a state agency released on Friday.
Between two storms: Caribbean braces for hurricanes in coronavirus era
HAVANA/NEW YORK (Reuters) - Ken Hutton is worried Great Abaco Island in the Bahamas where he lives is far from rebuilt after being devastated by Hurricane Dorian last year yet he is bracing for another hurricane season in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
FDA asks drugmakers to recall several diabetes drugs over contaminants
US health regulators are telling five drugmakers to recall their versions of a widely used diabetes medication after laboratory tests found elevated levels of a contaminant linked to cancer. The Food
Second batch of 1,250 migrant workers leave aboard Shramik special
The workers are headed to Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Jharkhand
APC accuses Bauchi State Govt of starving Assembly of funds
The All Progressives Congress (APC), has accused the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP)-led Bauchi State Government of starving the State House Assembly of funds thereby hindering its operations.
Margaret Maughan, medal-winning wheelchair athlete, dies at 91
Maughan became Britain’s first gold medalist, winning in archery, at the world’s first Paralympic Games, held in Rome in 1960
US cuts ties with World Health Organisation over coronavirus response
President Trump said the US would be ‘redirecting’ the money to ‘other worldwide and deserving urgent global public health needs’.
Ontario mulls regional reopening due to expected increase in testing data
TORONTO — Ontario is implementing an expanded COVID-19 testing strategy, including targeting specific sectors and using mobile teams, and the increased data that's expected to follow is prompting the premier to consider a regional approach to reopeni
Assam rights panel issues notice on assault of doctor
Police had allegedly thrashed the doctor and two health workers for not wearing mask
Orders today on plea to cancel interim bail of R.S. Bharathi
The Madras High Court has decided to pass orders on Saturday on a plea by Central Crime Branch (CCB), attached to Greater Chennai police, to cancel the interim bail granted by a lower court to Dravida
Ex-Cork City star George O'Callaghan picks best XIs from his time in League of Ireland
O'Callaghan includes some LOI legends of the 2000s era in his best 11s
US cuts ties with World Health Organisation over coronavirus response
President Trump said the US would be ‘redirecting’ the money to ‘other worldwide and deserving urgent global public health needs’.
Deloitte's consulting arm said to warn of about 2,500 job cuts
There’s growing concern among some consultants who aren’t currently assigned to a project with a client that they’ll be first in line to lose their jobs, one of the people said.
A-G orders notice to R.S. Bharathi on contempt plea
Advocate General Vijay Narayan on Friday ordered notice to Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) organising secretary R.S. Bharathi on a plea seeking consent for initiating criminal contempt of court procee
Larijani Named as Leader’s Advisor
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei appointed former parliament speaker, Ali Larijani, as his advisor and member of Expediency Council.
421 deaths by suicide and intentional self-harm in 2019
There were 421 deaths by suicide and intentional self-harm registered in Ireland last year, according to the Yearly Summary of Vital Statistics published by the Central Statistics Office.
Cold Feet star Robert Bathurst slams actors who mumble on TV - but are they to blame?
Cold Feet actor Robert Bathurst has reflected on the poor speech of actors in recent television dramas, but could it be our televisions that are to blame?
CNN Reporter and Camera Crew Arrested by Minneapolis Police While Covering Protests (Video)
Reporter Omar Jimenez and his crew were released an hour later
Children to join 'play-pods' when childcare resumes at end of June
Children will be grouped into ‘play-pods’ when childcare services resume at the end of June....
Nevada Preps awards — Boys Athlete of the Year
Coronado junior Jaden Hardy is the Nevada Preps Boys Athlete of the Year after averaging 30.4 points, 9.1 rebounds and 8.4 assists per game.
Lenovo's $50 webcam, down from $70, is a nice, cheap upgrade to the built-in webcams on the vast majority of laptops
No one could have predicted we'd be relying on webcams like we are today to talk with friends, family, and colleagues.
'Boris Johnson has presided over a broken Kingdom in which Covid-19 has been able to flourish'
Peter Flanagan says Johnson’s failure to sack Dominic Cummings is just another in a long line of disastrous moves for the UK.
Cate Blanchett has signed on to play Lilith in the Borderlands movie
The Borderlands film will indeed star Cate Blanchett, Lionsgate has announced.
People are becoming more aware of Covid-19’s global impact, Idris Elba says
The actor spoke during an online briefing organised by the World Economic Forum.
S&P 500, Dow dip on jitters over Trump's China response
U.S. stock futures dropped on Friday as investors braced for President Donald Trump's response to China's national security legislation for Hong ...
Trump's War Against Social Media
President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has protected internet companies, including Twitter and Facebook, in an extraordinary attempt to regulate social media platforms where he has been criticized. The proposed legislation is part of an executive order Trump signed on Thursday afternoon.
3 Sports Apparel Stocks to Trade for Players and Spectators Alike
Stoppage time for athletics of all kinds hasn’t stopped bulls and bears from playing three sports apparel stocks to big wins.
PlayStation 5 event confirmed: What to expect from the June 4 showcase
The PlayStation 5 event is coming next week on June 4. Sony plans to showcase next-gen games, but what else will it reveal?
Reps worried over strange death in Bonny Island - The Nation Nigeria
The House of Representatives has asked the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control(NCDC) to immediately identify the cause of strange...
Chamisa seeks ouster of defiant party MPs
The MDC Alliance is moving to oust four legislators who attended Parliament business last week defying the party's directive for a boycott in support of the rec...
Futures hit by Sino-US tensions at the end of strong month
U.S. stock futures dropped on Friday as investors braced for President Donald Trump's response to China's national security legislation for Hong ...
Using limited network connection? Here's how to control usage on Windows 10
In this guide, we'll help you to view, configure, and reset data usage limits on Windows 10 to prevent exceeding your current plan and avoid extra charges.
MotoGP races in Britain, Australia canceled amid pandemic
The MotoGP races in Britain and Australia are the latest to be canceled on the international motorcycle racing circuit because of the coronavirus pandemic. Organizers on Friday said COVID-19 pandemic “and resulting calendar changes have obliged the cancellation of both events.” The British Grand Prix had been scheduled for Aug.…
The science behind the SpaceX Crew Dragon launch tomorrow
On Saturday, two NASA astronauts, Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley will make history by traveling to the International Space Station (ISS) in a privately funded spacecraft, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, and Crew Dragon capsule.
Examining potential destinations for free agent QB Cam Newton
Amid an odd NFL offseason where Tom Brady joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Roger Goodell announced draft picks slumped over in a chair in his basement, one storyline remains unsolved: the continued
Chilean student hits the roof for online classes during pandemic
SANTIAGO (Reuters) - To keep from falling behind in her studies amid the coronavirus pandemic, first-year Chilean college student Paulina Romero climbs onto her roof each day in search of a cell signal strong enough to transmit her online classes.
Boris Johnson agrees to go to G7 summit in person in phone call with Donald Trump as two leaders discuss post-Brexit trade deal
Boris Johnson and Donald Trump agreed during a phone call that the upcoming meeting of the leaders of the G7 group of major industrialised nations should be held in person if possible.
USA Hockey president Jim Smith facing investigations
USA Hockey president Jim Smith is the subject of two investigations surrounding his tenure as the president of Amateur Hockey Association Illinois.
Lesser in number, Odisha workers in Ahmedabad await Shramik trains
According to officials, a total of 80 migrant workers from Odisha have registered for Shramik trains in Ahmedabad in the last one week, but at least 1,600 passengers are required to book a train to a particular state.
Here's what the Pixel 4 looks like in matte gray — too bad we didn't get it
A recent listing on Chinese online flea market has some Pixel 4 owners jealous for all the wrong reasons — those reasons are mostly attributed to
Party City News: Why PRTY Stock Is Surging 29% Today
Party City (PRTY) is seeing massive gains to PRTY stock Friday following news of a Transaction Support Agreement with bondholders.
Samsung re-releases April 2020 security update for Galaxy M31, The first one bricked some units
Earlier last month, Samsung rolled out April 2020 security patch for Galaxy M31. Unfortunately, the update bricked some of the units and the company rolled back the OTA. Now, at the end of May, the South Korean smartphone maker re-releases the April security patch with a new build. Last time, our unit installed the update …
US police officer charged with murder of George Floyd
A former US police officer has been charged with the murder of African-American man George Floyd. Derek Chauvin was filmed kneeling on the neck of Mr Floyd for at least eight minutes on Monday before…
Municipal corporations to roll out disaster risk management programme
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie, says the island’s municipal corporations will be rolling out the first phase of their disaster risk mitigation programme in two weeks, for the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane...
George Floyd's Death Case: One Of The Four Minneapolis Police Officers Charged With 'Third-Degree Murder'
The officials have not yet arrested or charged the other three officers involved but are continuing to investigate the evidence. Meanwhile, the officers involved in the incident have been fired and reportedly FBI is involved in investigating the case.
Defence minister Rajnath Singh speaks to US on China's LAC intrusion
PLA continues building bunkers and roads, deploys tanks, artillery
Mother 'pierced her baby's skull with screwdriver while fighting with lover'
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No community transmission in Kerala so far, says state health minister
The number of virus tests has increased and nearly 3000 tests are being done per day, she said.
Trump says Twitter misunderstood his tweet about looters and shooting
President Trump says Twitter employees misunderstood his intent when deciding to censor a Friday morning tweet that said looting may lead to shooting in Minnesota. Trump tweeted Friday afternoon that
Andrew Cuomo says he stands with protesters after George Floyd’s death
“Enough is enough,” Cuomo said during his daily coronavirus press briefing in New Rochelle, explaining that the Monday death of Floyd -- which has sparked national outrage -- “is not an isolated
ITC to use Amway network to sell juices as coronavirus pushes demand for immunity boosters
FMCG major ITC has partnered with direct selling company Amway to retail its range of juices as demand for immunity building products witness a boom during the coronavirus pandemic.
Monkeys steal COVID-19 blood samples in India
A troop of monkeys in India attacked a medical official and snatched away blood samples of patients who had tested positive for the novel ...
At recent Auckland apartment auctions there were plenty of potential buyers and they weren't afraid to bid but everything that sold went for less than its rating valuation
At recent Auckland apartment auctions there were plenty of potential buyers and they weren't afraid to bid but everything that sold went for less than its rating valuation
Keep Your Driver, Uber Tells Select Customers
Instead of hailing a ride to the grocery store, then dialing up another for the ride back, what if you could just keep your driver for the entire trip?
Spoilers: Yasmeen pleads guilty in Corrie and goes to prison?
Yasmeen's comments left Alya's worried about what her gran might say or do in court.
US President Donald Trump terminates relationship with WHO over coronavirus, takes action against Hong Kong
US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced that the America is terminating its relationship with the World Health Organization.
Latest killing shines harsh light on the nature of American race relations
Fury in Minneapolis following death of black suspect while being detained by police
Here's what the Pixel 4 looks like in matte gray — too bad we didn't get it
A recent listing on Chinese online flea market has some Pixel 4 owners jealous for all the wrong reasons — those reasons are mostly attributed to
How to beat COVID-19, by Buhari - The Nation Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari has said the support of developed countries and international financial organisations to poorer countries ...
Move over James Bond; India returns alleged bird spy to Pakistan
Indian police have released a pigeon belonging to a Pakistani fisherman after a probe found that the bird, which had flown across the contentious border between the nuclear-armed nations, was not a spy, two officials said on Friday. "The pigeon was set free yesterday (May 28) after nothing suspicious
Covid-19: Here are the rules and dates for grades going back to school
The Department of Education has released rules and guidelines as the country gears up to reopen schools.
Police arrest woman for stealing two-year-old in Rivers
Police in Rivers State have confirmed the arrest of a middle-aged woman, simply identified as Chinyere, for allegedly abducting her ...
EFL to make major change to play-off schedule that could impact Derby County
Derby County news: Rams are in 12th place and just five points shy of the play-offs and will want to take note of what the English Football League (EFL) have planned for the play-offs
HC extends protection for DMK MPs till June 10
The Madras High Court on Friday extended till June 10 an interim order passed by it last week directing the police not to take any coercive action against Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam Members of Parliame
US Asians, harassed over coronavirus, push back on streets, social media
A spike in harassment of Asian-Americans since the coronavirus pandemic began has led community activists in the United States to fight back - ...
People are becoming more aware of Covid-19's global impact, Idris Elba says
The actor spoke during an online briefing organised by the World Economic Forum.
Spitting in public places a punishable offence in Maharashtra
Spitting and smoking in public places has been made a punishable offence in the State, with repeat offenders possibly facing prison time between six months and two years, Health Minister Rajesh Tope a
UCO athletics announces three-phase plan to reopen athletic facilities
The University of Central Oklahoma athletic department announced its three-phase plan for reopening on a limited basis beginning June 1.
‘Taking steps to avoid piling up of bodies at mortuaries’
Delhi government informs High Court
US cuts World Health Organization ties over virus response
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Friday that the U.S. will be terminating its relationship with the World Health Organization, saying it had failed...
Film industry keen to restart, but not everyone is on board
Several workers’ unions say they have not been consulted
La Liga season to restart on June 11 with Sevilla-Real Betis
Spanish football's top-flight will resume after a three-month pause due to the coronavirus pandemic on June 11 with the local derby between Sevilla and Real Betis, the government's department for sport said in a statement on Friday.
‘Primer’ Director Shane Carruth Shares Pitch Trailer for His Unmade Movie, ‘A Topiary’
Shane Carruth, the director of Primer and Upstream Color, has shared a sizzle reel for one of his unmade movies. Watch the unofficial A Topiary trailer.
Dave Rennie issues Wallabies warning: 'A lot of discussions need to happen behind closed doors'
After four seasons in charge, Dave Rennie has signed off from Glasgow Warriors believing his European adventure will be useful when coaching the Wallabies.
Trump to curb China students, strip Hong Kong privileges
US News: WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States will restrict Chinese students and start reversing Hong Kong's special status in.
Latest boost for campaign to award a medal to NHS heroes fighting coronavirus
EXCLUSIVE: The Speaker of the House of Commons has thrown his weight behind the Mirror's call
Covid-19 in the Western Cape: 887 people hospitalised, 34 more deaths
The Western Cape's new scenario planning 'has indicated that we expect to experience our peak at the end of June or beginning of July'.
SC issues notice to Tata Sons on cross-appeal of Mistry group firm against NCLAT order
A bench of Justices A S Bopanna and Hrishikesh Roy in Friday's proceedings, held through video-conferencing, also issued notice on the cross-appeal of Cyrus Investment Pvt Ltd and tagged the plea with that of TSPL.
Ethiopian security forces accused of 39 extrajudicial killings
ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - Ethiopian security forces in the Oromiya region have executed 39 opposition supporters and arrested at least 10,000 others accused of being members of an armed group since early 2019, Amnesty International said on Friday.
53 flights cancelled to and from KIA, strict surveillance at border roads
Air traffic from five high-risk States Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan to be reduced
“We’re a country with an open wound”: Joe Biden condemns the police killing of George Floyd
The presumptive Democratic nominee called for every American to grapple with the country’s systemic racism.
Coronavirus: Hughton welcomes Premier League return and pressures of 'mini-tournament'
Chris Hughton is delighted the Premier League has been cleared to resume after months of being suspended.
Liberal Reporter Says New Twitter Policy That Censored Trump Would Be Insane...And He Was Just Proven Right
President Trump was censored by Twitter last night. As Minneapolis
JK Rowling apologises for explicit ‘TERF’ response to child’s illustration
'I'm going to say this once and I'm going to say it calmly and politely.'
Marcia Gay Harden reveals the surprising challenge she faced filming ‘Barkskins’: ‘It’s a lot to deal with’
There was one challenge Marcia Gay Harden faced when filming a historical drama set in French-colonial Canada.
Johnson Invites Trump to Attend Virtual Global Vaccine Summit on 4 June
LONDON (Sputnik) - UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson invited US President Donald Trump during phone talks to take part in a virtual Global Vaccine Summit scheduled for 4...
Belgium to restart cross-border family visits from May 30
(Reuters) - Belgium will allow cross-border travel to visit family members in neighbouring countries from Saturday, in a slight easing of travel restrictions imposed to curb the coronavirus, the interior minister said on Friday.
Soldier's letter home from Vietnam delivered 52 years later
May 29 (UPI) -- An Indiana woman said she was surprised when a letter her brother sent while serving in the Vietnam War finally made its way to her after 52 years.
Vile thug caged for holding knife to girlfriend's throat and threatening to break every bone in her body
Stephen Williams has been jailed for two years admitting several charges against him including assault by beating.
Off-Strip restaurants fill fine dining niche
High-end dining remains off limits on the Strip, but fine-dining aficionados have off-Strip options.
Rep. Greg Steube: 'Some Left-Wing Democratic Governors Want Nothing More than to Destroy Their States' Economies'
Some left-wing Democrat governors want to damage their states' economies with extended coronavirus-related lockdowns, noted Rep. Greg Steube.
Trump cuts World Health Organization ties over COVID-19 response
U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday the U.S. will terminate its relationship with the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus outbreak in China and will begin the process of withdrawing special trade benefits for Hong Kong because of the Chinese government's imposition of a new security law in the semi-autonomous city.
Shramik trains: Rlys appeal to people with comorbidities to avoid travel
At least nine passengers were reported dead on May 27 over a span of 48 hours on board the migrant trains, with the railways stating that all of them had health conditions.
Democrats Skeptical Of Second Round Of Stimulus Checks
House Democrats who had hoped to provide Americans with a second $1,200 stimulus check are facing opposition from members of their own party in the Senate.
Greece bans Irish tourists from visiting due to poor coronavirus record
Greece has released a list of 29 countries from where it will accept tourists - and Ireland does not make the list
City police begin booking drug peddlers under PIT NDPS Act
The city police have begun booking habitual drug peddlers under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT NDPS) Act, 1988, a law under which preventive dete
The Week contest: Inflatable eats
This week's question: The Open Hearth restaurant in South Carolina has opened its doors, but with inflatable dolls seated at 50 percent of the tables, to create a convivial atmosphere while still ensuring patrons sit at least 6 feet apart. What would be an appropriate name for a new, socially distanced restaurant chain that fills half its tables with inflatable patrons?
Videos: Officer Charged as New Footage Shows Several Cops Kneeling on George Floyd
Amid the Friday arrest of Derek Chauvin, the former officer of the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) who was filmed kneeling on the neck of Minnesota resident George...
Top HS Draft prospect Veen: 'I want to be an MVP'
Zac Veen has always been a goal-setter. As a sixth grader growing up in Florida, Veen would ride his bike nearly two miles each way in order to watch the Spruce Creek High School team work out. “At that time, my only goal was to start on varsity as a
Simon Thomas's dad dies after ex-Sky Sports presenter loses wife to leukaemia
Ex-Sky Sports presenter Simon Thomas has revealed that his father has died at the age of 78
Online resources for kids and families during COVID-19
Google has many products and programs to help families create healthy digital habits and help them stay safe online.
Policeman charged with murder of George Floyd
A Minneapolis police officer who pinned an unarmed black man with a knee to the throat before the man died has been arrested and charged with murder, a prosecutor said on Friday, after three nights of violent protests in the Midwestern city sparked by the death.
Police seek help identifying suspects in Aiea burglary | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Honolulu police are seeking the public’s help in identifying four suspects in connection with a burglary investigation in Aiea.
Covid-19 claims another doctor’s life in Lahore
A doctor in her 20s, who had tested positive for Covid-19 over 10 days ago, lost her life at a private hospital in Lahore after battling the infection for days.According to the health department,
Grizzlies captain Westhaver’s NCAA dream back on track
Marty Westhaver has a new lease on his hockey life. One week after being told the NCAA Div. 1 school the graduating Victoria Grizzlies captain had earned a scholarship to this fall was folding . . .
Trump announces US withdrawal from the World Health Organization
German health minister decries ‘disappointing backlash for international health.’
NCAA offers guidance on bringing athletes back to campus
The NCAA released a long and detailed plan Friday to help schools bring athletes back to campus during a pandemic.
Watch: SpaceX prototype Starship rocket just exploded in a big fireball
SpaceX’s Starship SN4 prototype launch vehicle just exploded in a huge fireball during a static fire test in Boca Chica, Texas. While the Starship spacecraft is still early in development, th…
Evander Kane speaks out on how hockey world can address racial injustice
Just over 2,000 miles northeast of San Jose, Calif., the home of Evander Kane‘s Sharks, the city of Minneapolis has been consumed by protests over the death of George Floyd.
OpenAI and Uber create Virtual Petri Dish to find the best AI model for a task
Researchers at OpenAI and Uber propose Synthetic Petri Dish, a highly efficient technique for finding optimal AI architectures.
Coronavirus lockdown | Punjab increases fines for norms violation
Penalty for not wearing masks raised to ₹500 from ₹200
People are becoming more aware of Covid-19’s global impact, Idris Elba says
The actor spoke during an online briefing organised by the World Economic Forum.
US cuts ties with World Health Organisation over coronavirus response
President Trump said the US would be ‘redirecting’ the money to ‘other worldwide and deserving urgent global public health needs’.
China's cover-up of Covid-19 led to global pandemic and loss of a million lives: Trump
China has total control over WHO despite only paying $40 million a year compared to what US has been paying, which is approximately $450 million a year, says Trump
Evil stepdad who raped 12-year-old stepdaughter and fathered two kids with her gets away with only two years in prison
AN EVIL stepdad received just two years in prison after raping his 12-year-old stepdaughter and fathering two kids with her. Brazen Augustin Costel Varga, from Romania, is now appealing his short s…
Covid Lockdown may be confined to 13 cities; hotels & malls could open
The national directives on new lockdown are likely to be issued on May 31 for next fortnight.
Inspired By Kabir Singh, Delhi Man Posed As Surgeon On Tinder To Con Women
A 31-year-old man, inspired by the Bollywood movie Kabir Singh starring Shahid Kapoor, was arrested for allegedly posing as an orthopaedic surgeon on dating websites to extort money from gullible women, the police said on Friday.
Tesla could build another Gigafactory in the UK: report
Tesla may have a new Gigafactory coming to the United Kingdom, according to recent reports. The UK Government is reportedly looking for a four-million square foot site to accommodate a new production facility for the electric car maker. The Department for International Trade (DIT) is heading the search for a plot of land that is […]
Quebec says 41 students and staff tested positive for COVID-19 since reopening
A survey of school boards conducted May 25 found that 19 students and 22 staff members were found to be infected in the first two weeks after the reopening
Move over James Bond; India returns alleged bird spy to Pakistan
SRINAGAR, India (Reuters) - Indian police have released a pigeon belonging to a Pakistani fisherman after a probe found that the bird, which had flown across the contentious border between the nuclear-armed nations, was not a spy, two officials said on Friday.
Trump says US to quit WHO, announces mild sanctions against China
US News: US President Donald Trump on Friday announced on Friday he is terminating Washington's relationship with the World Health Organisation and imposing a
Steps being taken to make study a pleasant experience: Jagan
Poor students the target group, says CM
Arnold Schwarzenegger posts outlandish workout video alongside pet donkey Lulu
Hollywood icon Arnold Schwarzenegger has posted an unexpected workout video alongside his pet donkey Lulu after recently gushing about his pregnant daughter Katherine
Tony Watt sticks with Motherwell
The forward joined the club in February.
Taiwan top court rules adultery no longer a crime
TAIPEI: Taiwan's top court decriminalised adultery Friday (May 29), ruling the law against it breached constitutional protections of sexual ...
Depression walk goes virtual
The annual Penticton Defeat Depression Day is going virtual this year.
How to Ride a Multi-Bagger Opportunity in Virgin Galactic Stock
Virgin Galactic remains an excellent speculative play and an even better holding with a well-conceived spread in SPCE stock.
Lumber sees surprise win as shut-in Americans fix up their homes
Lumber futures are heading for their second-straight monthly gain at a time when gloom from the coronavirus pandemic was expected to curb demand.
When cops kill, redress is rare - except in famous cases
(Reuters) - The death in Minneapolis on Monday of George Floyd, the black man captured on video pleading for his life as a white police officer kneeled on his neck, has prompted three nights of protests, at times giving rise to violence, arson and looting.
Simon Thomas's dad dies after ex-Sky Sports presenter loses wife to leukaemia
Ex-Sky Sports presenter Simon Thomas has revealed that his father has died at the age of 78
Greece will reopen to tourists from 29 countries beginning June 15, will conduct random testing
Greece will begin lifting its coronavirus lockdown for business and travel ahead of the peak summer tourism season, officials announced Friday.
Arsenal FC to rival Manchester United for Moussa Dembele and more transfer rumours
Arsenal reportedly the latest team to join Man Utd in the race for Lyon striker Moussa Dembele and more transfer gossip
Watch--George Floyd Warns Youth Against Gang Culture: ‘One Day It's Gonna Be You and God’
A video posted by a friend shows George Floyd warning young black men to stop living a violent lifestyle and come back to God.
Covid-19: New York City 'on track' to begin reopening week of 8 June, says Cuomo
New York City has already met guidelines surrounding falling deaths and declining hospitalizations and is expected to meet criteria concerning hospital and testing capacity next week, Cuomo told reporters
The Level Change Podcast 73: Covington out at ATT, UFC On ESPN 9 preview
Episode 73 discussion: Colby Covington officially out at American Top Team, UFC On ESPN 9 preview, Ngannou wants pay bump to fight Jon Jones, more
Trump to end special treatment for Hong Kong
President Trump on Friday announced his administration is preparing a slew of changes to the full range of U.S. agreements between the U.S. and Hong Kong, saying the territory no longer appeared
Breonna Taylor’s mother calls for end to violence after seven are shot in protest
Police say shots fired came from within the crowd protesting the death of Taylor, who was shot by police in her own home in March
Seahawks' L.J. Collier pledges redemption after down 2019 debut
L.J. Collier, the Seahawks' 2019 first-round pick, is eager to prove himself in Seattle's pass rush after a disappointing debut.
Wall Street retreats ahead of Trump's response on Hong Kong
Wall Street's main indexes fell on Friday as investors were on edge ahead of a U.S. response to China's national security law on Hong Kong that ...
Power minister R K Singh asks Rs 3 trillion from finance commission
The minister informed the commission that the old schemes of the ministry are being amalgamated into a new scheme for which he requested Rs 3 trillion over five years.
De Blasio, Cuomo target June 8 for first phase of New York City reopening
The city is on track to meet all of the state’s metrics needed to begin relaxing its stay-at-home order.
FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health regulators are telling five drugmakers to recall their versions of a widely used diabetes medication after laboratory tests found elevated...
AIIMS reports 62 fresh COVID-19 cases in 3 days
‘205 staffers have tested positive for virus since March 15’
‘Have Such Governments Ever Ruled For 5 Years’: Fadnavis On Uddhav Govt’s Prospects Of Surviving Full Term
Former Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis when quizzed over whether Uddhav Thackeray led Maharashtra government would survive for 5 years has said that the government will collapse due to infighting.
Islamic State: The Coronavirus Pandemic is a Punishment for Our Enemies
CAIRO (Reuters) - Islamic State (IS) said the coronavirus pandemic was divine punishment for its enemies, according to an audio broadcast on Thursday, where the jihadists also vowed more attacks. The person on the tape, which was posted on one of the militants’ websites but could not be verified by Reuters, identified himself as IS spokesman Abu Hamzah al-Quraishi.
Study finds B.C. logging continues on critical caribou habitat
Researchers argue that points to Canada’s ongoing failure to protect endangered species
POLL: Would you prefer a four-day work-week?
As New Zealand rounds the corner of the global pandemic, Prime Minister Jacinda Adern has floated an idea to revive the tourism industry there that's at
T20 World Cup 2020: Cricket Australia says ‘very high risk’ of postponement, bracing up for losses
T20 World Cup 2020: As per the original schedule, India are slated to play at four venues - Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne - but Roberts said there is every possibility of a tweak in the fixtures.
Mumbai: In four wards, recovery rate less than 20 per cent
A test to check if the person is negative is only done if the patient has severe Covid-19 symptoms. Mumbai now has 16,008 recovered patients, and 19745 active cases.
Biden calls for 'real leadership' after Trump alludes to violence after police killing
DETROIT (Reuters) - Joe Biden on Friday called for justice and “real leadership”, accusing President Donald Trump of encouraging violence by threatening deadly military force to stop rioters in Minneapolis protesting the police killing of an unarmed black man.
Tony Watt sticks with Motherwell
The forward joined the club in February.
‘This sets us back decades’: CMPD Police Chief condemns death of George Floyd at hands of Minneapolis police
Video shows arresting officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on the neck of George Floyd until he was unconscious.
Mackenzie Tour shelves season; DCBank Open looks to 2021
The 2020 Mackenzie Tour-PGA Tour Canada season has been hit out of bounds from the tee. The pro campaign, which was to include the DCBank Open presented by the Times Colonist on June 4-7 at . . .
Congress alleges corruption in PPE purchase
Accusing some Ministers of indulging in corrupt practices in the purchase of Personal Protection Equipment and other medical appliances for COVID-19 treatment, Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee wor
Tributes to woman found dead in park
Emergency services were called out to Springfield Park in West Derby at around 6.30am today
The United States will cut ties with the World Health Organization, says President Trump
The public health fallout could be significant
Golf in 11th hour discussions with minister to get green light to open
GolfRSA stated that they are still in going talks with the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture and insisted that golf courses will not be allowed to open.
Graham Urges Older Conservative Judges To Stand Aside For Younger Appointees
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) threw subtlety to the winds during a Thursday interview with radio host Hugh Hewitt, encouraging older...
Kojima says Death Stranding was profitable enough to fund next game project
Death Stranding, also known as 2020 Simulator, did well enough to ensure that Kojima's next project received funding and the developer could recoup costs.
Trump issues a violent ultimatum to protesters
Ex-cop in custody over Floyd’s death
Nearly 50 republicans and loyalists interned without trial to sue state
Solicitor confirms action follows Gerry Adams’s successful appeal
The Irish Times view on empty stadiums: Games without crowds
The fan experience is suffering in the pandemic – as is the performance of players, some evidence suggests
Spoilers: Geoff is fuming in Corrie as Alya takes revenge
Alya got the upper hand on abuser Geoff — who was less than pleased to discover that she'd taken drastic action.
Watch: Are face masks tearing us apart? | Culture Clash
Arguments are breaking out over face coverings to stop the spread of COVID-19. Do you wear a mask? How do you feel about people who don't?
Thunderstorms bring relief from searing heat
Relief likely for two more days before temperature rises on June 2
Ruling means Missouri's last abortion clinic stays open
O'FALLON, Mo. — Missouri's only abortion clinic will be able to keep operating after a state government administrator decided Friday that the health department was wrong not to renew the license of the Planned Parenthood facility in St. Louis.
Ariana Grande and Yungblud demand 'Justice for George Floyd' as officer arrested
'We stand against any and all injustice and we stand with #GeorgeFloyd.'
Eastern Cape confirms some schools not ready to reopen on Monday
Kojana told the briefing that alleged acts of sabotage among rival suppliers were crippling the supply of PPE in some districts.
Public health emergency extended in Georgia, more businesses allowed to reopen
Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday extended the public health emergency in Georgia to July 12 and loosened some restrictions on various businesses.
US cuts ties with World Health Organisation over coronavirus response
President Donald Trump has said the US will be terminating its relationship with the World Health Organisation.
Suspect wearing dive fins steals surfboard from McCully-Moiliili area | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Honolulu police are asking the public’s help in identifying a male suspect in connection with a surfboard theft in the McCully-Moiliili area.
Trump cuts ties to World Health Organization
May 29 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Friday announced he's cutting ties with the World Health Organization during a pandemic that's killed more than 362,000 people worldwide.
Trump Terminates W.H.O. Relationship, Slams China’s “Total Control” of Agency
Says China pressured WHO to mislead world
Ryanair customers could be waiting up to six months for refunds
It will take three to six months for Ryanair to get through the backlog of refunds of cancelled flights.
VA to reopen hospitals for compensation and pension exams
May 29 (UPI) -- The Department of Veterans Affairs, with a backlog of 114,000 cases, announced that it will resume in-person disability examinations at some VA medical centers.
Brooks Laich: 5 Things To Know About Former NHL Star Separating From Wife Julianne Hough
Who is Brooks Laich? Here are five things to know about the former NHL star who is separating from wife Julianne Hough.
Trump directs action to revoke Hong Kong’s special status in a move targeting Beijing
President Donald Trump on Friday ordered his administration to begin the process of eliminating special U.S. treatment for Hong Kong to punish China, but stopped short of calling an immediate end to…
‘Circle of Love’ gathers steam in roti-for-migrants initiative
Informal group of volunteers who roused Mumbaikars into donating thepla rolls finds corporate support
Family of public defender strangled to death on Turks and Caicos files wrongful death suit
The family of the Long Island public defender found strangled to death at Club Med on Turks and Caicos two years ago has filed a $10 million wrongful death lawsuit, according to a new report. The son
US cuts ties with World Health Organisation over coronavirus response
President Trump said the US would be ‘redirecting’ the money to ‘other worldwide and deserving urgent global public health needs’.
Warmer temps on the way will promote crop emergence
Next week’s warm temperatures will promote more corn and soybean emergence.
US consumer spending sinks by record 13.6% in face of virus
Even with employers cutting millions of jobs, personal incomes soared 10.5 per cent in April, reflecting billions of dollars in support through government payments in the form of unemployment aid and stimulus checks.
Minneapolis Public Schools Follow Suit of University of Minn. & Limit Ties With Cops After Death of George Floyd
(Photo by KEREM YUCEL/AFP via Getty Images) Earlier this week, the president of the University of Minnesota, Joan Gabel, released…
Second home robbery in two months leaves young couple shaken
They are now looking to move from the area.
Death toll due to cyclone Amphan in West Bengal now 98: CM Mamata Banerjee
The death toll due to cyclone 'Amphan' in West Bengal has risen to 98, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Friday. "As per reports of the district magistrates, the toll due to cyclone Amphan has
Connecting with nursing home residents with dementia a challenge for families during pandemic
As residents struggle to understand visitation ban, relatives turn to food delivery and video chats
Sunak scales back furlough scheme as Covid-19 death toll reaches 38,161
British chancellor announces lower wage supports and plans to stem unemployment
No need for testing labs in all districts, govt. tells HC
State directed to file affidavit on June 1
Today In Payments: Mastercard Introduces Recovery Insights Tools; Starling Notches $49M In Funding
In today's top news, Mastercard introduces Recovery Insights tools, Google is mulling a share of Vodafone India, and Starling has raised $49 million.
Tony Watt sticks with Motherwell
The forward joined the club in February.
Federal judge demands ICE explain why it can’t immediately begin testing NW immigration detainees for coronavirus
Judge tells ICE to explain by Tuesday why it isn't testing immigration detainees at the Northwest Detention Center in SeaTac. The ACLU and Northwest Immigration Rights Project argue that medically...
Possible coronavirus-linked MIS-C inflammatory condition reported in children at Texas pediatric hospitals
At least two children’s hospitals in Texas have recently treated pediatric patients for a mysterious inflammatory syndrome that experts have said is likely related to the novel coronavirus.
FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug
WASHINGTON - U.S. health regulators are telling five drugmakers to recall their versions of a widely used diabetes medication after laboratory tests found e
Village rocked by pandemic 354 years ago where Matt Hancock's ancestors perished
EXCLUSIVE: 354 years on from Eyam's 14-month plague hell, we speak to direct descendants of those who survived in the Peak District village to learn the lessons Health Secretary Matt Hancock’s ancestors could teach us all about lockdown
HBO Max is a mess -- but it's still a smart bet on HBO’s future
Sure HBO Max's launch is a complete mess, but it's still a smart move for HBO longterm.
Bayern Munich to offer Lucas Hernandez to Man City in Leroy Sane deal and more transfer rumours
Bayern Munich will reportedly offer Manchester City defender Lucas Hernandez to try and sign Leroy Sane and more gossip.
Hawkins: 2nd Amendment Is a Bulwark when Law and Order Crumbles
The Second Amendment is a bulwark guarding Americans' ability to be prepared to defend their lives and liberty as law and order crumbles in U.S. cities.
Jayalalithaa's Niece Deepa Madhavan, Nephew Declared Legal Heirs By High Court
Amending a recent order, the Madras High Court on Friday declared Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa and her brother Deepak as legal heirs of the late Chief Minister to inherit her ancestral and properties.
Safety board wants more oversight, training in wake of 2019 tug sinking in B.C.
VANCOUVER - The Transportation Safety Board says the sinking of a tug and its barge on B.C.'s Sunshine Coast highlights the need for increased oversight and
S&P 500 up in choppy action after Trump comments on China
Wall Street's main indexes fell on Friday as investors were on edge ahead of a U.S. response to China's national security law on Hong Kong that ...
Coronavirus claims the lives of five more doctors
Two doctors from Lahore and one from Gujranwala, Peshawar and Faisalabad each have lost their lives
European, South Korean authorities vie for COVID-19 antiviral remdesivir
By Carl O'Donnell and Pushkala Aripaka European and South Korean authorities are vying for Gilead Sciences' potential COVID-19 treatment, remdesivir, even though the drugmaker has yet to gain regulatory approval in either market and is still ramping up production of the anti-viral drug.
CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in Minneapolis
The network posted footage of correspondent Omar Jimenez speaking calmly to police with batons and riot helmets, then being handcuffed and taken away.
Oil surges 5% on U.S.-China trade optimism, falling crude output
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Oil prices soared on Friday, with U.S. futures closing out May with record monthly gains, on hopes that the U.S.-China trade deal would remain intact and on falling crude production.
Twitter, Reddit Blast Social Media Disclosure Rules for Visa Applicants
Twitter, Reddit and a lobbying group for internet companies are supporting filmmakers in a lawsuit challenging a policy that requires visa applicants to register their social media handles with the U.S. government.
Powerbeats Pro will come in four bright new colors June 9 | ZDNet
Powerbeats Pro offer all of the same features as AirPods, just in a different form factor and with fitness in mind.
Monkeys steal blood samples of Covid-19 patients from lab technician in India
Authorities said they were not clear if the monkeys had spilled the blood samples.
DC's LUCIFER Switching to Collected Edition for Next Arc
More changes to DC's upcoming plans.
Golf bag and clubs stolen from Suffolk home
A golf bag and a set of clubs have been stolen from a home in Suffolk, along with outdoor kit and a gold club membership.
Analysis: Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak takes his first steps towards an uncertain destination
Rishi Sunak has been a relatively rare breed among UK Government ministers during the coronavirus crisis to date, in that his reputation seems to have been enhanced rather than ruined.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Teaser Shows Off New Areas and Characters, More Coming Next Week
Get a tasty new morsel of Baldur's Gate 3 before a juicier trailer is revealed during the Guerrilla Collective digital event next week!
Condition in kids with possible COVID-19 link being studied in Canada
British Columbia and Alberta have become the latest provinces in Canada to investigate cases of an unusual syndrome in children, which doctors around the wo
Officers in violent arrest to face NYPD disciplinary charges
A New York City police officer will face disciplinary charges for a violent arrest during a social distancing enforcement action that ended with him kneeling on a man's back or neck, a technique similar to the one that led to George Floyd's death in Minneapolis. Several other officers involved will…
GoFundMe created for George Floyd memorial raises more than $2M in 48 hours
A GoFundMe account created to raise funds for the memorial of George Floyd, the black man who died after a white Minneapolis police officer forcefully kneeled on his neck during his arrest on Monday, has
Pastor Kolawole Samson sentenced to death by Ondo court for murder
The Ondo state high court has sentenced one Pastor Kolawole Samson to death by hanging for killing a boy at a village near Okeigbo area of the state in 2016.
Trump has one of his most authoritarian weeks yet as president as the US surpassed 100,000 coronavirus deaths
In free, democratic societies, it's not normal for leaders to threaten deadly violence against their citizens in any context.
UP's Mathura Prepares For Possible Locust Attack To Protect Crops
Insecticides and pesticides will be sprayed on crops and vegetation to prevent a probable attack of desert locusts in the Mathura, an official said on Friday.
Biden On George Floyd Killing: ‘We Are A Country With An Open Wound’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden said Friday that the “open wound” of systemic racism was behind the police killing of...
Crematoriums in city increase capacity
Civic bodies here have increased the capacity to cremate bodies from about 45 per day to about 95 per day by allowing the use of wood pyres at five crematoriums, a senior SDMC official said on Friday.
Tenants plan suit against NYCHA officials for coronavirus response
Distraught public housing residents plan to sue the New York City Housing Authority after 1241 tenants died of COVID-19 and thousands more were sickened because the buildings were not properly
Teen killer’s Glasgow home targeted by vigilantes after he bragged about sickening crime
A TEENAGE killer’s home was attacked by vigilantes after he bragged about his sickening crime. The 15-year-old’s house was targeted as he waits to be sentenced over the daylight slaughter of garden…
Former Rajasthan BJP chief Bhanwar Lal Sharma passes away
BJP state president Satish Poonia consoled Sharma’s family members at his residence and termed the death as a personal loss for him and the party.
Tencent in talks to buy Warner Music stake: report
The listing by the world’s third-largest recording label could potentially be the largest New York IPO so far in 2020.
Williams says any team sale would be to secure F1 future
Williams are prepared to end decades of family control and sell the struggling Formula One team to secure its future after tough times on and off ...
Couple finds new way to celebrate after destination wedding canceled
COVID-19 canceled their destination wedding, but it didn't stop this couple from expressing their love, social distancing style.
Coronavirus virtually halted homeless services at Las Vegas’ shelter
While its direct impact on the homeless population is still unclear, the coronavirus pandemic has made life on the streets of Las Vegas harder in many ways.
Taser drawn on man during arrest for assault and breach of community protection order
A man has been arrested in Bury St Edmunds for breaching his community protection order, just one week after he was arrested by a taser officer for the same offence and an assault.
Nevada’s top football recruit commits to Oregon
Moliki Matavao, a 6-foot-6-inch, 240-pound tight end from Liberty, announced Wednesday on Twitter his commitment to play for Oregon.
Five hotels to be extensions for private hospitals
This will increase number of beds that are available for COVID-19 patients, says Delhi government
Toronto mayor says he hopes investigation into woman's death will bring answers
Toronto's mayor says he hopes an investigation into the death of a woman who reportedly fell from her 24th-floor balcony while police were in her home will give the community the answers it needs.
Cairns boy dead after alleged scuffle in suburban park
Police say the 12-year-old boy was involved in a physical altercation between two groups in a Cairns suburb when he fell to the ground unconscious.
End of US Waivers Will Not Impair Iran Nuclear Activity
The United States' termination of sanctions waivers that allowed foreign firms to cooperate at Iranian nuclear sites will have no impact on Tehran's nuclear activities, spokesman for the Atomic
Scientists analyse samples of Lukha river
SHILLONG: The samples of Lukha river are still being analysed pertaining to the mystery of the river turning blue.Member Secretary of Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board, JH Nengnong told The Shillong Times that though there are no mining activit
Expect to be tested for COVID-19 when travelling during lockdown level 3
South Africans who want to travel between provinces during the course of lockdown alert level 3 must be able to produce a valid permit and could be subjected to COVID-19 testing.
More flights to bring labourers home: CM Soren
After an Air Asia flight brought home 180 migrant labourers home from Mumbai to Ranchi on Thursday, Chief Minister Hemant Soren said that if needed, more flights will be used to bring back migrant labourers. The CM had written to the Centre and the Home Minister seeking permission for chartered
Papal ping-pong? Vatican opens summer camp amid virus
The Vatican is getting into the summer camp business, with ping pong tables taking over the Vatican auditorium, a giant pool in the Vatican Gardens and team sports on the Vatican helipad.
Railways issues guidelines for TTEs on board 100 pairs of special trains to run from June 1
They also said all the staff shall be provided with sufficient number of masks, face shields, hand gloves, head covers, sanitiser and soap so that they can perform their duty safely.
ITC Hotels partners with Swiggy to deliver food delicacies at customers' doorsteps
The move would enable ITC Hotels' customers to enjoy their pre-paid orders with 'no-contact' deliveries and have unique food experiences with local offerings from the regions at their home, said a joint statement.
What you need to know today about the virus outbreak
Europe’s extensive social welfare net is showing signs of fraying under economic strain from the coronavirus, as protests erupted for a second day in Spain on Friday against layoffs by French carmak
Trump Goes After Social Media Companies With Executive Order
In response to Twitter putting a fact-check label on his tweets, US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at “preventing online censorship” by social media platforms.
NJ horse racing, child-care centers, sports reopening
More sectors of New Jersey's economy will soon be opening up from restrictions stemming from COVID-19, Gov. Phil Murphy said Friday.
Alberta government introduces bill to reduce rules for new charter schools, unsupervised homeschooling
Kenney’s government lifted long-standing cap on charter schools last year
Madonna's son David dances to honour George Floyd after his tragic death
Floyd was killed while being arrested.
Creating infra worth Rs 2,209 cr in industrial parks: TSIIC Chairman
TSIIC Chairman Gyadari Balamallu said the State government was developing world class infrastructure worth Rs 2,209 crore in all industrial parks in the State.
Police: COVID-19-positive woman walks way from nursing home
Police have filed an elder abuse complaint with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health after a nursing home resident with dementia who had tested positive for COVID-19 apparently climbed out a
Awkwafina and Karen Gillan Reuniting for Action Comedy ‘Shelly’
Awkwafina and Karen Gillan are slated to star in an action comedy called Shelly that is currently being shopped around Hollywood.
No funds to pay green scheme workers
PETRUS Uugwanga, managing director of the Agricultural Business Development Agency (Agribusdev), on Tuesday said the agency cannot pay workers' overdue salaries at green schemes countrywide.
Can Blockchains Help Us Team Up Against Covid-19?
We may benefit from sharing data, but we don’t want to lose control of it. We may benefit by collaborating, but we want to protect our interests. Pioneers are turning to blockchains to advance our capability to simultaneously share and protect.
Home Minister Amit Shah meets PM Modi; briefs on CMs views on lockdown
During the meeting, Shah briefed Modi about the suggestions and the feedback he received from the chief ministers during his telephonic conversations on Thursday, a government official said.
Fresh Antimatter Study Will Help Search for Dark Matter
The ALICE collaboration has presented new results on the production rates of antideuterons based on data collected at the highest collision energy delivered so far at the Large Hadron Collider.
Press freedom in Myanmar regresses
Increased arrests of journalists, the partial shutdown of the Internet and the increasing blocking of websites show that the liberalisation of Myanmar's press is in danger.
Hawaii senators support effort for ‘travel bubble’ agreement with Japan | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
An effort to reopen Hawaii’s tourism economy by forming a pilot “travel-safely bubble” with Japan got a preliminary blessing from state lawmakers today.
The Executive Order: Government Control Of Private Corporations
If government orders throttle some digital platforms then people can go to other platforms anywhere else in the World. Digital platforms are not restricted by national boundaries within which government orders can be enforced.
Pentecost University poised for a brighter future – Rector
Rector of Pentecost University, Apostle Dr. Daniel Walker says the university is poised for a brighter future with the attainment of its presidential charter.
Wildlife managers use pup fostering to boost wolf genetics
A record number of captive-born wolf pups has been placed into the wild as part of an effort by federal and state wildlife managers to boost the genetic diversity among Mexican gray wolves in the Sout
Wall Street ends down in late selloff; Facebook and China weigh
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 147.63 points, or 0.58%, to 25,400.64, the S&P 500 lost 6.4 points, or 0.21%, to 3,029.73 and the Nasdaq Composite dropped 43.37 points, or 0.46%, to 9,368.99.
Experts fear explosion of coronavirus cases if rules ignored once economy restarts
Bangladesh will face a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases and deaths if it reopens economy without fully implementing the safeguards, experts warn.
Art Therapy Workshop starts today on Art and Beyond FB Live Page
An online Art Therapy Workshop will be organised on Friday on Art and Beyond Facebook Live Page. Organised by Art Design Teacher's Forum Art and Beyond, an learning initiative, the workshop will be conducted by expert Hritika Bhagat. She hails from Bangalore and is conducting art therapy from
UN delays crucial climate summit for a year
The coronavirus pandemic has prompted the United Nations to delay until late 2021 a crucial climate summit.
New Zealand near eradication, but virus has grim global hold
New Zealand on Friday had all but eradicated the coronavirus from its shores with just one person in the nation of 5 million known to be still infected, but developments elsewhere were generally grim,
Renault poised to announce 15,000 lay offs worldwide
Some 4,500 jobs would go in France, though largely through a voluntary departure plan and a retirement scheme, the CFDT's Franck Daout told Reuters on Thursday.
Obey or risk death!
AS the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season approaches, with predictions for t...
Ask businesses what to do with George St
If we really want to support businesses in Dunedin, we need to ask how we can help, writes Hilary Calvert. Inconveniencing Dunedin people who dare...
Colts hoping for lucrative payoff from betting big on Rivers
Frank Reich jumped right into research mode when he knew Philip Rivers would hit free agency.
MLB teams cut hundreds with minor league season in doubt
Major league teams have released hundreds of young players with the minor league season in doubt due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Keir Starmer opens up clear lead over Boris Johnson in public approval
Those who approve of the Labour leader's performance include more than one in four Conservative voters.
‘We want to come home’ – Stranded Ghanaians in Libya beg Akufo-Addo
Some Ghanaians who are stranded in Libya have appealed to the government of Ghana to facilitate their return home.
Taking urgent steps for cremation of COVID-19 deceased, Delhi govt tells HC
The Delhi government told the court that 28 such bodies were cremated on Thursday and the last rites of the remaining 35 will be performed by Saturday.
EC 'exposes' NDC over '10pm invitation' letter?
One of the reasons the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) gave for their recent boycott of an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting was the fact that their invitation letter had the wrong time on it.
Man stabs friend to death for refusing to share beer
Jogeshwari resident had attacked two brothers during a drinking session
The Paycheck Protection Program Could Have Been Great—It Wasn’t
With the first round of Paycheck Protection Program recipients about to submit for loan forgiveness, let's look back on the process.
Shrines to open in Bengal from June 1, offices from June 8
Shrines to open in Bengal from June 1, offices from June 8. Two days before the end of the fourth phase of the nationwide lockdown, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday announced a slew of relaxations, including reopening of shrines from June 1.
Mark Zuckerberg Explains Why Facebook Isn’t Taking Down Trump's Post Threatening Violence Against Protesters
Twitter issued a warning on the identical tweet but didn't take it down.
Daily Guide: Ghana will not burn
Ghana will not witness the kind of strife the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and her assigns are wishing for her.
Zimbabwe records second highest daily coronavirus increase
Zimbabwe reported 17 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, the second highest daily tally which took the country total to 149.
Commission Urges Northern State Governments In Nigeria To Address Almajiri Problem
In a statement by its Executive Secretary, Mr Tony Ojukwu, the NHRC noted that almajiris were exposed to increased vulnerabilities and risks including death, trafficking, kidnapping, drug use and addiction, recruitment into terrorism, violent crimes, sexual and other forms of assault and forced/child marriages.
Bulgaia's PM: Entirely New Bilding for a National Children's Hospital Will Be Build
An entirely new building for a national children's hospital will be built, Bulgaria's Prime Minister Boyko Borissov said. The unfinished building, which began construction more than 40 years ago, will be demolished.
Katsina building 722-bed centre - The Nation Nigeria
Governor Aminu Bello Masari of Katsina State on Thursday announced plans to build additional 722 isolation centres to accommodate ...
Doc trapped in Fortune Hotel blaze rescues 3 colleagues
Fire department helped 25 doctors on Covid-19 duty who were lodged at the hotel to safety; they have been relocated to Taj Mahal Palace and Trident hotels
Ahmedabad: Migrant worker falls to death while sleeping
According to police, the incident occurred at 5.30 pm on Tuesday at Ramdev Estate building in Vatva GIDC (Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation) phase 4 when the victim was sleeping on the floor of the gallery section on the first floor.
Cypriot president calls Egypt ‘close friend, strategic partner’
Anastasiades affirmed the need for cooperation with Egypt during the current stage, calling it “even more important” than earlier.
The Great Bears do the bear market rally
Cross-posted from ZeroHedge is a fabulous post gathering together the world’s great bears.
The Best Grammar Checker May Help You Get Promoted
Teachers, not only those of the English language but in most subjects, will advise students to improve their writing.
Gauteng’s strategy to crack down on COVID-19 hotspots
Ahead of the national move to COVID-19 alert level 3, Gauteng Premier David Makhura has assured citizens that the province is prepared to control the spread of the virus at designated hotspots.
Sudan says three jailed Bashir aides have virus
All three are awaiting trial in Sudan for corruption and other offences.
EU weighs China policy amid concern over Hong Kong moves
European Union foreign ministers debated Friday ways to manage tense relations with China as it asserts more control over Hong Kong and amid concern about Beijing’s influence over EU officials.
Colin Kaepernick speaks out on George Floyd case
Colin Kaepernick reacted to the death of George Floyd, and the violent protests that came in the days after, on social media Thursday. It was the first comments Kaepernick made since Floyd died in an
BBMP wastes time in felicitation, ignores rain preparedness
The BBMP council, which met for three and half hours, failed to discuss rain preparedness despite widespread damage caused by more than 200 trees/tree branches falling in the past one week and two people losing lives in rain-related incidents on Tuesday.
Morgan casts doubts on T20 World Cup
London:England's white-ball captain Eoin Morgan has cast doubts on the T20 World Cup going ahead as per schedule, saying that hosts Australia would be wary of risking a second wave of coronavirus outbreak in the country.Australia, who are scheduled t
Ghana initiates 'Decade of African Renaissance 2020-2030'
Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister, Barbara Oteng-Gyasi, on Thursday, announced that a 10-year programme, called the “Decade of African Renaissance 2020-2030” has been initiated to grow Ghana’s tourism industry.
Black Caps, White Ferns set for Australian matches
Cricket Australia has announced a full schedule for the 2020-21 summer, including matches against the New Zealand men's and women's sides. Although...
Texas Turns It Around After a Spike in Coronavirus Cases
Texas has seen a steady decline in the seven-day average of new Chinese coronavirus cases, deaths, hospitalizations, and test positivity.
Girl ostracised for sex slur against Sarpanch
A poor girl of Sundargarh district, who had lodged a complaint in Talsara police station against the local Sarpanch for asking her to keep physical relationship with her on the pretext of giving job to her brother, has been reportedly ostracised by the villagers. The BDO of Balishankara block will
Chairman Of Nigeria’s Revenue Agency Denies Allegations Of Tribalism In Organisation
Nami, who spoke while reacting to the alleged removal of some directors on tribal and ethnic grounds, said that the exercise was done according to the laws of the country.
Khar building that Shah Rukh Khan offered for Covid-19 patients lying unused
The four-storey building that Shah Rukh used as his office has been equipped with 22 beds, but the BMC has no staff to make it operational
Modi not in 'good mood' over border row with China: Trump
Modi not in 'good mood' over border row with China: Trump. Trump on Wednesday said in a tweet that he was 'ready, willing and able to mediate' between the two countries.
Pentecost, All Nations University receive presidential charters
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Thursday, 28th May, 2020, presented presidential charters to the Pentecost University College, Accra, and All Nations University College, Koforidua, at a ceremony at Jubilee House, the seat of the nation’s presidency.
#ECMustListen: More Ghanaians join calls to resist new voters’ register compilation
The seemingly unpopular decision by the Electoral Commission to compile a new voters’ register regardless of the existing global health crisis is being brutally scrutinized by some concerned Ghanaians on social media.
Please, Keep Artificial Intelligence From Becoming Another Out-Of-Touch Bureaucracy
Successful companies thrive on spontaneity, serendipity and spirit — not mechanized, robotic decision-making, Seventy percent of all AI projects need to be about human collaboration.
Researchers discover new high-pressure material and solve a periodic table puzzle
In the periodic table of elements there is one golden rule for carbon, oxygen, and other light elements. Under high pressures they have similar structures to heavier elements in the same group of elements. Only nitrogen always seemed unwilling to toe the line. However, high-pressure researchers have actually disproved this special status.
Millions vulnerable to poverty although world does not suffer food shortage: IFAD
According to the World Food Programme, 265 million people would suffer from hunger by the end of this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Bray Wyatt announces birth of second child with Jojo Offerman
Bray Wyatt and Jojo Offerman have had another baby!
Record number of virus cases, 1,000 dead in 24 hours in Brazil
The South American country has the world's second highest number of confirmed novel coronavirus cases - 438,238 - after the United States.
It must be parents who decide if it's safe enough to return to school
At first it was our elderly residents in care homes who were sacrificed to the current pandemic.
SAHRC urges Motshekga to postpone reopening of schools by a week
Teachers returned to school this week and already there've been several COVID-19 infections confirmed at a number of schools.
The 1975 score fourth Number 1 on the Official Albums Chart after fierce battle with KSI
Plus BTS star Agust D becomes first ever solo Korean artist to land a UK Top 10 album.
Covid treatment at VS Hospital not feasible: AMC
Another reason cited was that those who opt for regular treatments and OPD services at VS Hospital, will face difficulties if beds are reserved here for Covid-19 treatment, “which can further increase the mortality rate.”
Case of the missing car
Dangi, from Pune, had secured a cloud computing job at a reputed MNC in Bengaluru. She was supposed to join on the third week of March and had planned to shift all her belongings, including her black sedan, through Allied Movers and Packers, a Haryana-based company.
Master of cargo ship charged over Australia container spill
The ship master of a Singapore-registered vessel that spilled some of its cargo off the Australian east coast has been charged with damage of the marine environment and pollution.
Woman returned from Maharashtra denied entry into house in Karimnagar
The helpless woman sat in front of her house for help. This bizarre incident was taken place in Kisannagar of Karimnagar town on Friday.
US joins G7 artificial intelligence group to counter China
White House's chief technology officer, Michael Kratsios, told The Associated Press on Thursday it is important to establish shared democratic principles as a counter to China's record of
Erongo residents taking Covid-19 more seriously
RECENT news reports concerning Covid-19 cases at Walvis Bay have brought home the seriousness of the coronavirus pandemic to residents of the Erongo region.
Only JHS, SHS final year students should be allowed to resume school for now – GNAT
The largest teacher union in Ghana, the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has advised government to reopen schools in phases to avoid the spread of coronavirus during the pandemic.
What The Pandemic Means For The Gender Wage Gap
What can be done to close the wage gap, and decrease the disparity between men and women’s retirement income? It comes back to offering women caregiving benefits and work flexibility.
South Africa should delay reopening of schools: Human Rights Commission
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has written to minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga recommending that she reconsider the return of students to schools from 1 June.
Video: Oklahoma Arts Institute virtual choir performs 'One Voice' featuring Kyle Dillingham and Peter Markes
The participants — including alumni of the Summer Arts Institute, educators who participate in the nonprofit's programs and its other supporters — recorded themselves singing at home.
How did he get it? Fear after death of Aust's youngest Covid victim
Driveways in a small Queensland town have been lit up to honour a man who died with coronavirus, as authorities try to work out how the virus...
Richard Herd, a baffled boss on ‘Seinfeld,’ is dead at 87 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Richard Herd, who played lawmen, tough guys, a general, an alien commander and a Watergate burglar, but was best known as Mr. Wilhelm, George Costanza’s supervisor, on “Seinfeld,” died Tuesday at his home in Los Angeles. He was 87.
Covid-19 : With 11 more positive, active cases jump above 100 in Nagpur
Nagpur: As many as 11 people including a Mahadula based man who returned from Bihar tested positive for novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) on Friday. Five out of them belonged to Pachpaoli quarantine centre, two from Naik Talav, one each from Tanga Stand, Seva Sadan Building and Bhagwan Nagar. Following this development the cases of virus […]
New ‘Perspective Icons’ collection from MacStories let’s you personalize OmniFocus Pro
The folks at MacStories have released a stunning new collection of perspective icons for OmniFocus. These icons were specifically designed for OmniFocus Pro, allowing you to completely customize your experience in the app. In total, the new MacStories Perspective Icons include 400 unique glyphs and each glyph is available in two versions: square and glyph-only. […]
Don't water your lawn and take showers not baths, Britons are warned as driest May on record raises fears of summer hosepipe bans
Yorkshire Water has asked its three million households to cut their water usage in the driest May in 124 years. Britain has only seen an average of 1.25in (31.8mm) of rain across so far this month.
Preliminary agreement reached in Lufthansa bailout row: source
Preliminary agreement reached in Lufthansa bailout row: source
Financial help sought for new community hub
The $3.8 million Wanaka Community Hub building, which opened seven months ago is in financial strife. The hub houses community and government...
Nanosatellite with global mission tested for space
ESA's largest antenna test facility remains operational despite the COVID-19 pandemic, performing pre-flight testing for the latest satellite in a constellation to serve the internet of things.
Israeli Scientists Find Traces of Cannabis and Frankincense on 2,700-Year-Old Altars
Israeli researchers have analyzed organic residues from two altars of the 8th century BC shrine at the Biblical fortress of Arad and found that one of them contained frankincense that was mixed with animal fat for evaporation; on the other altar, cannabis substance was mixed with animal dung to enable its mild heating.
Govt, scientists working to produce COVID-19 test reagents locally
As the demand for screening and testing increased, Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize earlier this week warned of a looming testing kit shortage.
High Court ruling favours release of 'Palace Papers' on Whitlam Dismissal
Hundreds of letters between the Queen and former governor-general Sir John Kerr before the dismissal of the Whitlam government are expected to be released.
Government is drafting new rules for workers under level 3 lockdown
Minister of Employment and labour Thulas Nxesi says that government is working on a new labour directive for South Africa’s level 3 lockdown.
RS official tests COVID-19 +ve, 2 floors of Par blg sealed
RS official tests COVID-19 +ve, 2 floors of Par blg sealed. This is the second case of an official posted in the building testing positive for the infection.
300 per cent increase in library members during lockdown, and record online access
News from WCC Wellington City Libraries’ online services broke every record in the book during the covid-19 alerts. As the lockdown started in March, the Libraries welcomed over 1,110 new members, a 300% increase compared to 2019.
Special scheme to help rural industrial units in Tamil Nadu launched
The scheme, which is part of the State Rural Transformation Project, would cover about 1.39 lakh beneficiaries of whom 31,952 would get a long-term loan of Rs 159.76 crore.
Mother killer jailed for at least 14 years
A West Auckland man who murdered his mother after years of caring for her will spend at least 14 years behind bars. Martin Marinovich admitted he...
Coronavirus in Ballarat: Scouts pushing forward during pandemic
Like all groups and clubs, Ballarat's Scout groups have been forced to make huge adjustments over the past two months because of the COVID-19 pandemic. As an...
Biden Hits Trump’s Response To George Floyd Death: ‘No Time For Incendiary Tweets’
The former Vice President also called for lasting police reform and for Americans not to stay silent.
We are guilty – Geingob
TUYEIMO HAIDULA and ESTER MBATHERAPRESIDENT Hage Geingob yesterday admitted contravening the lockdown regulations when the Swaop Party held a birthday celebration in April at parliament in
Malaysia's Mahathir ousted from party amid power struggle
Malaysia's former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has been ousted from his ethnic Malay political party in the latest twist of a power struggle with his successor, but he has vowed to challenge the mo
No rodeo festival dashes Wyoming city's hopes amid COVID-19
The Just Dandy women's clothing store in downtown Cheyenne has endured fire, flooding, recessions and so far the coronavirus pandemic, but will this year's cancellation of the city's famous cowboy-and
Punching through turmoil: Pro boxer helps medical staff cope
Hassan N’Dam, former middleweight boxing champion of the world, wanted to repay the French hospital that cared for his father-in-law through his bout with COVID-19.
Trump Defends Controversial ‘Shooting’ Tweet, And White House Claims Twitter Admits Mistake
Trump attempted to clarify a controversial tweet Friday afternoon, claiming that “nobody should have any problem with this other than the haters.”
George Floyd killing: Minneapolis protests escalate
Angry crowds set a police precinct on fire as protests continue over the police killing of a handcuffed black man. The Minnesota governor has called on the national guard and a local emergency has been declared.
Running for fitness becomes global goal
A Christchurch Hospital physiotherapist's desire to “lose a few pounds” after university has taken him all around the world one fast footstep at a...
India records highest spike of 7,466 COVID-19 cases
India records highest spike of 7,466 COVID-19 cases. Maharashtra is the worst affected state with 59,546 cases.
Buhari Orders Military Crackdown As Sokoto Bandits Kill 70
Buhari added that a major military operation code-named ‘Operation Accord’ had been launched by the military against the bandits terrorising the North-West and North Central states.
South Africa has virus testing backlog of nearly 100,000
South Africa says it has a backlog of nearly 100,000 unprocessed tests for the coronavirus, a striking example of the painful shortage of testing kits and reagents across Africa as cases steadily rise
Facebook slams executive order: ‘It will restrict more speech online’
Facebook says Trump's executive order will restrict speech and lead to more censorship.
Railways extends advance reservation period; No travel fare for migrants
Indian Railways has taken the decision to extend the advance reservation period (ARP) from 30 days to 120 days for its special Rajdhani trains as well as the Mail Express trains that will commence services June 1 onwards.
PM Modi not in 'good mood' over China: Donald Trump
Interacting with journalists in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, Trump said a
Walvis Bay residents, leaders welcome lockdown
RESIDENTS and leaders at Walvis Bay have applauded the president for what they describe as swift action to curb the spread of Covid-19 at the harbour town.
Turkey to partially lift COVID-19 restrictions on June 1
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that a series of restrictions, which were previously imposed to curb the COVID-19 pandemic
Call to be careful
Police will be out in force around the South as holidaymakers hit the road for the first long weekend since lockdown ended. Southern officers will...
Coronavirus pandemic | COVID-19 tally in Dharavi goes up to 1,715 with 41 new cases: BMC
Of the 41 new patients, as many as seven were found in Matunga Labour Camp locality of Dharavi alone, he said.
This Week In Security: Leaking Partial Bits, Apple News, And Overzealous Contact Tracing
Researchers at the NCCGroup have been working on a 5-part explanation of a Windows kernel vulnerability, targeting the Kernel Transaction Manager (KTM). The vulnerability, CVE-2018-8611, is a local…
NDMC seals its office after 4 test corona positive
Days after four employees of New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), the civic body has sealed the entire building on Thursday and directed all the officers and employees to work from home for next two day and be available on mobile and email all the times. In view of the employees working in
AP BJP president’s daughter could have died of heart attack: Police
Hyderabad: The Raidurgam police suspect N Suharika, the daughter-in-law of Andhra Pradesh BJP state president K Lakshminarayana died of a possible heart attack.
2 dead in house fire, cause under investigation
Authorities in western Pennsylvania on Friday were trying to determine what sparked an early-morning house fire that claimed the lives of a man and a woman.
Maharashtra govt to soon announce package to tide over crisis: Deputy CM
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday said that the state government will soon announce a financial package to steer the state out of the present economic crisis.
Saeima supports reducing restrictions for sports and culture activities
On Thursday, 28 May, Latvia’s Saeima approved the government’s approved decision retarding lifting certain restrictions imposed on education, hobby groups, sports and culture activities during the COVID-19 state of emergency, BNN was told by Saeima press-service.
The Witcher franchise has crossed 50 million sales
The Witcher franchise has sold over 50 million copies worldwide, according to the latest figures from developer CD Projekt Red. The Witcher 3 is responsible for a huge chunk of those sales, with the popular RPG having sold over 20 million copies as of June 2019.
Delhi HC restrains OLX, Quikr from posting fake Reliance job ads on web portals
Justice Mukta Gupta, in two separate interim orders, said RIL and Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd have made out a prima facie case in their favour and in case no ad-interim injunction is granted they would suffer an irreparable loss and balance of convenience also lies in their favour.
Fulani herdsmen 'butcher' farmer for interrupting their bush orgy
A 25- year-old man, Abdul Rahman Yahaya, has been arrested by the police for inflicting machete wounds on a farmer at Sumpini near Busunu in the West Gonja Municipality of the Savannah Region.
Apple starts selling refurbished iPhone XR units in the US
Does that even make sense when you can get a new iPhone SE (2020) for $400? The older phone still has a couple of advantages.
India: The Supreme Court will hear a petition on June 2 to replace the word “India” with “Bharat”
News » Supreme Court to hear the petition on June 2, in which the central government has demanded to be directed to Bharat or Hindustan place of India by
Odisha unveils Rs 17,000 crore plan to support people's livelihood hit by economic crisis
The decision was taken at a Council of Ministers meeting presided over by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, a senior official said.
Smart windows that self-illuminate on rainy days
A research team develops self-powering, color-changing humidity sensors. Applicable to various fields including smart windows, health care and safety management.
Financial help sought for new community hub
The $3.8million Wanaka Community Hub building, which opened seven months ago is in financial strife. The hub houses community and government...
Ukraine expecting $5 billion IMF loan approval and initial payout next week: PM
Ukraine expecting $5 billion IMF loan approval and initial payout next week: PM
5 Steps You Need To Take Before Your Employees Come Back To Work
The COVID-19 lockdown is ending. While some areas are only in Phase 1 of the recovery, the return to work by employees is in sight.
Six districts in UE restricted from fertilizer distribution this year
Six districts in the Upper East Region have been restrained from dealing with sales and distribution of subsidized fertilizer to farmers due to incessant reported cases of smuggling.
Uncertainty Looms Over Bonalu Festival In Hyderabad
Even as the government is yet to take a decision on organising the Bonalu festival, the process has already begun in the city with temple authorities forming committees for the State festival in June-July.
Local Rank Tracking: How To Track Your Google Maps Rank
How do you accurately measure local SEO rank, track your progress and gain an edge on your competition?
Tech firm developing mobile game to help kids prevent spread of coronavirus
The game will be a drug development simulator
Stocks - Dow Notches Two-Month Winning Streak as Trump Stops Short on China
Stocks - Dow Notches Two-Month Winning Streak as Trump Stops Short on China
Adilabad geared up to tackle locust menace
Agriculture, horticulture and other department officials are prepared to tackle a possible invasion by locust swarms.
South Africa’s diesel shortage to last several weeks
A shortage of diesel fuel in South Africa will ease up in a few weeks when about 30% of its refining capacity, idled because of a drop in demand spurred by the Covid-19 lockdown, will return to service.
What is a locust plague?
Over the last few days, a swarm of locust has been sighted in the urban areas of Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.
Number 10 must lift briefing ban on openDemocracy, says European press freedom watchdog
Government accused of attempting to “isolate and punish critical coverage” by boycotting media outlets.
Arrest made after California homeless fed poisoned food
One person was arrested after eight homeless people were given poisoned food that sent several to the hospital, Southern California authorities said Friday.
New Evidence Suggests Some Jurassic Theropod Dinosaurs were Cannibals
An analysis of the fossilized vertebrate remains from the Jurassic Mygatt-Moore Quarry in Colorado has revealed the bones of a theropod dinosaur called Allosaurus that bear tooth marks made by this and other large-bodied carnivorous dinosaurs.
COVID-19 tally in Dharavi goes up to 1,715 with 41 new cases
The tally of COVID-19 cases in Dharavi, Mumbai's largest slum, rose to 1,715 on Friday after 41 more people tested positive for the infection, an official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said. No new death was reported in Dharavi, due to which the toll remained unchanged at 70, the
What To Do If Your Old LiveJournal Password Was Leaked
I love getting emails from Firefox Monitor that tell me my email was found in a brand-new data breach. Adding insult to injury is when it’s an email for a service I haven’t used for a decade. And the Triple Crown of this scenario is when that service is Livejournal—you know, that place everyone blogged before...
West Bengal reports 7 more COVID-19 fatalities, death toll crosses 300
West Bengal reported seven more COVID-19 fatalities on Friday, pushing the death toll due to the disease in the state beyond the 300-mark.
Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota’s governor activated the National Guard on Thursday to help restore order following two days of violent protests in Minneapolis over the death of a black man seen in graphic video gasping for breath as a white officer knelt on his neck.
Buy United Spirits; target of Rs 650: ICICI Direct
ICICI Direct is bullish on United Spirits has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 650 in its research report dated May 28, 2020.
Hungary commemorates victims of 2019 Danube boat catastrophe
Commemorations began Friday in Hungary for the first anniversary of an accident on the Danube River in which over two dozen South Korean tourists died after their tour boat collided with a river cruis
UFC On ESPN 9 Card, Odds, And Prediction
The UFC is back home. On Saturday, the Las-Vegas-based MMA promotion has its first event in Las Vegas since it received clearance from the Nevada State Athletic Commission to move forward with events at its own UFC Apex venue.
Austrian to resume flights to 37 destinations
Regular scheduled flights will resume on June 15, with destinations including London…
Is Ethiopia sliding back to the dark days?
Victims were accused of being supporters of Oromo Liberation Army which govt had previously declared a terrorist group.
Octogenarian stays hungry with mentally-challanged son, daughter
At the twilight of age, when parents want their children would take care of them, an octogenarian person, here, was forced to shoulder the burden of his family members as his two children were insane. Nrusingha Charan Behera of Ekalapur village under Kansar BadadaunduaGP of Mahakalapada
Lockdown 5 to be announced on Sunday
Lockdown 4 comes to an end on 31st May and CM Uddhav Thackeray had already hinted at extending lockdown in Maharashtra beyond May 31.
Mixed feelings as lockdowns end
MIKE COLLETT-WHITEAS much of the world begins to emerge from lockdowns, people are looking back at time spent cut off from friends, family and colleagues by the coronavirus and forward to
Central University cuts fees by 50% over Coronavirus
Central University has reduced its fees for the 2020-2021 academic year for as much as 55% in some programmes in order to provide support to parents and students post COVID-19.
Premier League return: the issues to resolve
Premier League football is set to return on June 17 after a three-month coronavirus-enforced absence.
Economists must collaborate courageously
To navigate pandemic trade-offs, policymakers need syntheses.
Des Moines police use tear gas after George Floyd rally
Des Moines police used tear gas to disperse a crowd of several hundred people who gathered Friday night near the downtown police headquarters after a peaceful rally earlier in the evening.
Slaughterhouses reopen but farmers still euthanizing pigs
Meatpacking plants that had to briefly close due to coronavirus outbreaks have been back up and running for weeks, but production backlogs are forcing farmers to euthanize thousands of hogs that can't
My comment to EC was not a threat – Mornah schools 'overexcited' Ghana Police Service
Bernard Mornah says his recent statement that has generated controversy was only offering counsel to the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana.
France to reopen cafes, end domestic travel limit
PARIS, May 29 ― France yesterday announced the long-awaited nationwide reopening of bars, restaurants and cafes from June 2, albeit with restrictions, and lifted limitations on domestic travel in time for the summer holidays. In the capital Paris, where the risk of coronavirus spread remains...
Stocks - Europe Lower; Caution Reigns Over Hong Kong
Stocks - Europe Lower; Caution Reigns Over Hong Kong
Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'
Twitter has hidden one of President Donald Trump's tweets from his profile, saying it violates rules about glorifying violence, reports the BBC.
Iranians And Iraqis Dominate Attempts To Enter UK Via Perilous Cross-Channel Route
The two Middle East countries accounted for more than 80% of all attempts to cross the busy English Channel in the first three months of this year
Super League to retain salary cap but yet to decide on restarting season
A further update could come next week following a meeting of the working group which is finalising the available options.
Sathuppalli farmers told to grow sugarcane in large extent
Farmers in Sathupalli Assembly constituency were advised to cultivate sugarcane crop in large extent of land this Vanakalam season
‘I stand by my words’ – Defiant Mornah after CID invitation
PNC National Chairman Bernard Mornah has refused to back down on his alleged threats to resist plans by the Electoral Commission to create a new electoral roll for the December polls.
The pandemic has tightened Putin's economic grip but spells trouble for the future
The coronavirus has allowed Vladimir Putin to expand the Russian state's involvement in its economy, but it creates some long-term issues.
Study Reveals Why Large Groups of Humans Are Hopeless in a Crisis
Humans are social animals and that's usually a good thing. But while there might be safety in numbers under some circumstances, new psychological research suggests human connection isn't always a good thing.
Delhi COVID-19 death count 398; record spike of 1,106 more cases takes tally to over 17,000
Delhi's COVID-19 death toll has mounted to 398 with 82 fatalities that took place in the last one month being reported on Friday, as the city's total tally jumped to over 17,000, authorities said. Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia and Heath minister Satyendar Jain in a virtual joint press
Police chief apologises to family of dead black man
The chief of the Minneapolis police has apologised to the family of an unarmed black man who died this week.
Mark Teixeira: MLB should be back, but owners better not ‘break’ union
Mark Teixeira said he was “cautiously optimistic” Major League Baseball and the Players Association would come to an agreement in the coming weeks to allow for there to be an abbreviated
IOC says record high female representation on commissions
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) says women now account for almost half of the membership of its various commissions, an all-time high in ...
Cisco security breach hits corporate servers that ran unpatched software
Cisco is one of many to get bitten by vulnerabilities in open source Salt manager.
Adah Sharma on pandemic: Hope we come out of this as kinder people
Actress Adah Sharma has no idea about how or when shooting will resume amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and is hoping
Justin Gaethje plans to continue ‘legendary’ UFC run by taking out Khabib, then Conor McGregor
After knocking out Tony Ferguson at UFC 249, Justin Gaethje wants to continue on a ‘legendary’ UFC run by first defeating Khabib Nurmagomedov, then Conor McGregor,
Care home lockdown plan was rejected by ministers at the peak of the coronavirus outbreak last month
Downing Street received an 11-point plan proposing 'a further lockdown of care homes' from PHE on April 28. The moves were not included in the action plan unveiled by Health Secretary Matt Hancock.
India records highest single-day spike, surpasses China toll
NEW DELHI: India on Friday not only recorded its largest jump in new cases as it added 7,466 new Covid patients in 24 hours, emerging as the ninth worst-hit country in the world by pandemic, but it also surpassed China's toll of 4,638 so far as it r
The Recipe for Efficient Protein Synthesis
Scientists have studied more than 30 thousand variants of genetic sequences encoding two fluorescent proteins in order to determine which characteristics of mRNA can increase the efficiency of translation.
Low Q4 growth telling commentary on economic mismanagement of BJP govt: Chidambaram
India's economic growth slowed to 3.1 percent in January-March and to an 11-year low of 4.2 percent for the full fiscal 2019-20 amid a drop in consumption and investment.
Fears for Westland when wage subsidy ends
Financial pain is predicted to cripple tourism towns when the Covid-19 wage subsidies end shortly. Nine weeks after lockdown, Franz Josef Civil...
Home Education in the Age of Coronavirus
Parents are now having to weigh their fear of the threat of coronavirus infection in traditional classrooms with the challenges of educating their child at home.
Chicago police drop Clearview facial recognition technology
Chicago police is no longer using facial recognition software developed by a firm that was sued by a civil rights organization this week over privacy concerns.
Experts warned Cameron's government the Lansley reforms would hobble Britain's epidemic response
Documents from 2010-12 show that senior public health figures believed NHS reforms would leave Britain vulnerable in a pandemic.
Lockdown entire country for 10 days rather than easing restrictions – CEGA to Akufo-Addo
Center for Ethical Governance and Administration (CEGA) has called on President Akufo-Addo not to ease restriction as the number of Coronavirus cases has surged to over 7000.
Don’t involve children in business, Manzese residents told
Parents and guardians have been urged to ensure that their children remain at home during the schools closure and not involve them in their business activities, something that contrary to the child
Naredco-UP signs MoU with UP government to provide jobs to 2.5 lakh labourers
Around 1.25 lakh workers will be absorbed at project sites spread across Ghaziabad, Noida and Greater Noida in Delhi-NCR
Columbus protest over George Floyd's death turns violent
Protesters angry over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody turned out for a demonstration in Columbus that began peacefully but turned violent, leaving smashed storefront windows al
Day after Trump’s mediation offer, India says engaged with China to peacefully solve LAC issue
Responding to questions on Trump’s offer, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said, “We are engaged with the Chinese side to peacefully resolve this issue.”
Police: Trans man fatally shot by officer after pointing gun
A transgender black man was fatally shot by an officer in Florida after fatally stabbing another man and pointing a gun at the officer, authorities said.
How Covid-19 is transforming Russia’s power structures
As Putin’s popularity falls while that of governors rises, the old centralised system is in flux.
Paris-based Neobrain snaps up €3 million to support employees during change
French HRtech startup Neobrain, which uses AI to support organisations and people during times of change and crisis, has secured €3 million of investment from French venture capital firm Breega. The startup will use the funds to expand internationally, grow its team and conduct more research on the
Japan dispels reports that it will subsidise trips for foreign tourists
Media reports began circulating earlier this month that Japan will launch a campaign that will involve paying for half of foreign tourists’ trips to the country
Parler App’s #Twexit Movement Recruits Twitter Users In Wake Of Trump Social Media Wars
There’s a move afoot amongst his conservative supporters to abandon Twitter, Trump’s favorite platform and his biggrst online rival.
Twenty-five years on: Glory for Ajax and the Bosman ruling which changed football
When Patrick Kluivert scored the winner for Ajax in the 1995 Champions League final, it might have been the start of another period of domination in Europe for the fabled Dutch side.
Trump signs executive order aimed at regulating Twitter, FB
Trump signs executive order aimed at regulating Twitter, FB. The order comes a day after Trump accused Twitter of election interference, after it added fact-check links to two of his tweets.
Modi, Shah meet over lockdown plan amid rising COVID-19 cases
Modi, Shah meet over lockdown plan amid rising COVID-19 cases. During his talks with the chief ministers, Shah sought to know the areas of concern of the states and the sectors they want to open up further from June 1, the official said.
California prison employees suspended over racist remarks
California prison officials said Friday that they suspended multiple employees who made racist jokes about the death of an unarmed black man in police custody in Minneapolis, a disclosure that came am
Canterbury rugby helping clubs, schools tackle Covid crisis
The Canterbury Rugby Football Union has waived some fees for clubs and schools this season to help them through the Covid-19 crisis.
Wall Street retreats ahead of Trump's response on Hong Kong
President Donald Trump, who has warned of a tough response to China's move, is expected to make an announcement later in the day.
Blood test to check for undetected cases in South
The number of confirmed Covid-19 cases across New Zealand could rise - thanks to a new blood test. This story was first published by RNZ Scientists...
Premier League to restart on 17 June
The biggest league in the world is set to restart on 17 June after three months of suspension amid coronavirus outbreak.
Pompeo accuses top Democrat of 'hackery' over government watchdog review
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Thursday accused a leading Senate Democrat of “hackery” for questioning whether Pompeo violated a law restricting officials’ political activities, saying an investigation found no evidence he had done so.
Samsung Galaxy Note20's battery could be 4,300 mAh after all
This has been inferred by digging through a certification database.
South Africans quench thirst with moonshine during lockdown ban
South Africa imposed a lockdown on 27 March and banned alcohol in a bid to ease hospital workloads, help the public stick to social distancing rules and prevent a rise in domestic violence. A partial lifting of the ban is set for 1 June.
Trump Tweeting As Much As Ever Amid Twitter Standoff [Infographic]
Despite Trump's executive order targeting social media and threats to close Twitter, he is tweeting as much as ever.
Relatives of deceased coronavirus patient vandalise Peshawar's Lady Reading Hospital
The LRH officials said that the patient’s relatives broke down the door of the coronavirus complex of the hospital
Farmhand accused of animal cruelty unfairly dismissed: ERA
A farmhand in central New Zealand accused of scaring cows and allowing puppies to die has won a case of wrongful dismissal against his employer....
US strategy document formalises the threat of China and the US response
America has formalised its concerns about the political, economic and military threat which China poses for the world and has set out its proposals for dealing with it.
Baltimore voters face watershed moment with mayoral primary
Baltimore’s most consequential election in a generation is set to take place next week, when voters will be looking for a leader who can rein in violent crime, address entrenched poverty and restore s
Parliament encourages Coronavirus positives to boldly declare status
The Parliament of Ghana on Wednesday frowned on the poor treatment accorded people who have tested positive for the coronavirus, and called on society to avoid stigmatization, discrimination and fear of patients who have recovered from the disease.
VIDEO: Jose Mourinho oversees Spurs training ahead of PL return
Jose Mourinho oversaw Spurs' training session after it was confirmed that the Premier League will return on June 17. Tottenham will not play until the weekend though.
NSA says Russian agents have been hacking major e-mail program since last August
Critical vulnerability was identified 11 months ago
Chaos and jams at Delhi borders
Chaos and jams at Delhi borders. The tightening of traffic restrictions put in place to contain the spread of the coronavirus by Gurgaon and Ghaziabad administrations on their borders with Delhi led to chaos and traffic congestion on Friday.
Big Tech’s Tumble: Why AMZN, MSFT And Other FAAMG Stocks Are Stalling
Stocks Analysis by Matthew Weller covering: S&P 500, Boeing Co, Microsoft Corporation, Alphabet Inc Class A. Read Matthew Weller's latest article on Investing.com
CNN crew arrested while reporting on Minneapolis protests
The Minnesota State Patrol on Friday arrested a CNN television crew as they reported on violent protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air
As coronavirus restrictions are relaxed, the future of live music in Japan looks rocky
Despite Japan having lifted its state of emergency, gig-goers may have to wait for live music to get back to normal across the country.
German regulator examines stock trades by Wirecard CEO
German regulator examines stock trades by Wirecard CEO
Why Sitharaman lost her cool over Rahul
Why Sitharaman lost her cool over Rahul. 'Having long portrayed Rahul as being out of touch, the BJP was suddenly confronted with a spectacle of humbleness and concern for the downtrodden,' observes Amulya Ganguli.
Distance from Brightest Stars Is Key to Preserving Primordial Discs
The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope was used to conduct a three-year study of the crowded, massive and young star cluster Westerlund 2. The research found that the material encircling stars near the cluster's centre is mysteriously devoid of the large, dense clouds of dust that would be expected to become planets in a few million years.
Gold Up on Back of Mounting U.S.-China Tension
Gold Up on Back of Mounting U.S.-China Tension
Connecticut governor eases restrictions on houses of worship
Gov. Ned Lamont announced Friday he is easing pandemic restrictions on religious services, allowing houses of worship to now have up to 100 people inside, or 25% capacity, whichever is less.
Schoolgirl abduction report a false complaint, police tell principal
An alleged abduction of a teenage girl did not happen, the principal of the girl's high school says. Auckland's Western Springs College principal...
Half dozen hurt after 2 groups clash while playing cards
Over half a dozen people were injured after two groups clashed while playing cards at Sudama Nagar under Kamla Nagar police station area late in the night on Wednesday; two persons have sustained severe injuries in the clash. Panic prevailed late in the night at Sudama Nagar after Alok Manohar was
Peshawar's Hayatabad hospital forced to turn COVID-19 patients away over shortage of beds
The HMC has seen a rise in COVID-19 patient admitting themselves for treatment as the complex is the only one offering plasma therapy for the infections
India open to engaging with Nepal to resolve boundary issues
India open to engaging with Nepal to resolve boundary issues. 'India is open to engaging with all its neighbours on the basis of mutual sensitivity and mutual respect, in an environment of trust and confidence. This is a continuous process and requires constructive and positive efforts,' Srivastava said.
Clearing His Name: Metropolitan CEO Says He’s Ready to Put Disastrous Albany Show Behind Him
When John Scher was approached by an old friend about investing in a long-shot benefit concert, the 69-year-old promoter knew he should have walked away. But spellbound by the opportunity to work with superstar artists James Taylor and John Legend, Scher convinced himself that he could pull it off.
Police ID remains on Long Island beach as woman killed in 2000
May 28 (UPI) -- Police in New York on Thursday released the identity of a woman killed during a string of slayings in Long Island 20 years ago.
COVID-19: India now ninth-worst hit country in world with 1,65,799 cases
New Delhi, May 29 (PTI) The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,706 in the country, while the number of cases climbed to 1,65,799, registering an increase of 175 deaths and a record jump of 7,466 cases since Thursday 8 am, the Union Health Ministry said. The number of active COVID-19 cases stood
Sony to hold another PS5 event on June 4
This one will likely be about games.
Be transparent about MPs coronavirus infections – Mahama to Parliament
Former President John Mahama has called for transparency following the confusion over the state of COVID-19 infection in Parliament.
Tristar Worldwide begins 45-day consultation process with workers
Addison Lee Group chauffeur division Tristar Worldwide has started a 45-day consultation with some of its workers, according to GMB London.
Coronavirus cases in Pakistan cross 64,000-mark, death toll soars to 1,317
Pakistan's coronavirus cases on Friday reached 64,028 with 2,636 new patients while the death toll climbed to 1,317 after 57 people lost their lives in the last 24 hours, the health ministry said. The Ministry of National Health Services reported that 25,309 cases were diagnosed in Sindh, 22,964
NYPD: Man shot by officers later dies of coronavirus
NEW YORK — A man shot by New York City police last month after menacing officers with a knife and an antique gun died of the coronavirus five days after he was wounded, police said Thursday.
Atletico Ottawa unveils jersey, adding a dash of blue to familiar red and white
OTTAWA - Atletico Ottawa unveiled its home jersey on Thursday, adding a Maple Leaf to the traditional red-and-white colours of its Atletico Madrid parent cl
Demands for government intervention on obesity to help cut 'increased but preventable' COVID-19 death risk
Public health campaigner Action on Sugar and Action on Salt has fleshed out the details on the interventionist measures it wants adopted in the UK to combat obesity and improve the nation’s health.
Lesotho court revokes former first lady Maesiah Thabane’s bail
The former Prime Minister Tom Thabane’s third wife was granted bail by the high court for the alleged killing of Thabane’s second wife Lipolelo.
Samsung’s Blockchain Wallet Integrates With Gemini Crypto Exchange
Gemini, the crypto asset exchange founded by the Winklevoss Twins, has become the first exchange to partner with Samsung, the companies announced on Thursday. S
Erin O'Toole promises increased childcare support as part of COVID-19 economic recovery plan
Both frontrunners in the Conservative leadership race, O'Toole and Peter MacKay, have now released their plans for leading Canada out of the COVID-19 crisis
Google Suddenly Reverses Major Chrome COVID-19 Security Move
Google will now proceed in rolling out controversial cookie changes that could cause some websites to break.
North Carolina city records fourth homicide in a week
A woman found shot to death in Winston-Salem marks the city’s fourth homicide in six days, authorities said.
30 more deportees arrive from the US
JUST under 30 deportees from the United States arrived in the island yesterday, as the Am...
Russian police arrest Moscow protesters for second day in a row
Moscow police have arrested at least 20 people in single-person protests to support journalist Ilya Azar, now in jail for 15 days. DW guest columnist Alexander Plushchev was detained for the second time in two days.
In Planet Formation, It's Location, Location, Location
Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope are finding that planets have a tough time forming in the rough-and-tumble central region of the massive, crowded star cluster Westerlund 2. Located 20,000 light-years away, Westerlund 2 is a unique laboratory to study stellar evolutionary processes because it's relatively nearby, quite young, and contains a large stellar population.
Chile jobless rate hits 9% during pandemic, highest in decade
Chile jobless rate hits 9% during pandemic, highest in decade
Photos: Fire and Protests in the Twin Cities
A third day of protests took place yesterday in Minneapolis and St. Paul, over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis, after an officer kneeled on his neck and ignored his pleas that he couldn’t breathe.
One more COVID-19 death in Kerala; 62 new cases reported
A health worker, two cabin crew of Air India Express and two prisoners were among the 62 who tested positive in Kerala on Friday, taking the total tally of infections in the state to 1,150.
Magoha team wants exams in February next year
The committee recommends that the 1.8 million KCPE and KCSE candidates be given priority to report to schools in September this year.
Metals Nearing Critical Momentum For New Parabolic Rally
Commodities Analysis by Chris Vermeulen covering: XAU/USD, XAG/USD, Gold Futures, Silver Futures. Read Chris Vermeulen's latest article on Investing.com
Real Madrid have stiff competitor in fight for Camavinga
Eduardo Camavinga, a French talent for Rennes, is not doing anything other than gain suitors. As well as Real Madrid's well known interest, Manchester United have apparently been following him for a long time, according to the English press.
Huawei's ambitions for Canada stalled by rift with China, security expert says
Huawei Technologies Co.'s push to become a leading supplier of 5G technology in Canada appears to be in jeopardy after the Chinese tech giant's CFO suffered a legal setback in a B.C. court, prompting an angry response from Beijing.
Partygoer at Missouri's Lake of Ozarks positive for COVID-19
Health officials said Friday that they were seeking to “inform mass numbers of unknown people” after a person who attended crowded pool parties over Memorial Day weekend at Missouri's Lake of the Ozar
Coronavius pandemic | 2,211 police personnel found COVID-19 positive in Maharashtra; 25 dead
Of the total number of police personnel who succumbed to the infection, 16 are from Mumbai. Three others are from Nashik rural, two from Pune and one each from Solapur city, Solapur rural, Thane and the Mumbai ATS, the official said.
Lockdown 5 – Still no respite to the common man’s plight
The lockdown is going to extend further for 5th time, people have already gone hopeless and clueless, and no one knows where to go from here
How Will Africa Fare After COVID-19? By Haleed Sulemana
The African Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA) that would see African countries trade within its borders without priority to Western countries should be fast-tracked and made operational. This will allow the African Union and other African sectors to easily assert their agency globally.
Application for Coronavirus Alleviation Programme is free - NBSSI
Applicants of the Coronavirus Alleviation Programme (CAP) business support have been asked to be cautious of persons who offer to register them on the scheme at a fee.
Interstellar Visitor May Be One of Rarest Objects In Universe
A team of scientists think the interstellar visitor 'Oumuamua might actually be a hydrogen iceberg. The unusual idea could explain its stranger properties.
Not all water parks reopen despite eased Abbott restrictions
It may be days or weeks before some Texas water parks reopen, despite Gov. Greg Abbott's order allowing many to reopen Friday.
Cruz, Lee on Next Virus Legislation: Recovery, Not Relief Legislation
Sens. Ted Cruz and Mike Lee said tax cuts and deregulation are needed to help small businesses recover in the wake of coronavirus.
CBP Flew A Predator Drone Over Minneapolis Amid George Floyd Protests
The use of the drone drew criticism from the American Civil Liberties Union.
Canada's Huawei extradition ruling could unleash more Chinese backlash
A Canadian court ruling that could permit the extradition of a senior Huawei Technologies Co Ltd executive to the United States leaves Canada ...
Pak Govt has no immediate plan to go for stricter lockdown
Islamabad : The Pakistan government has said that it has no immediate plan to go for a stricter lockdown, despite thousands of new COVID-19 cases, as well as deaths, it was reported on Friday.Speaking to Dawn news on Thursday, Information Minister S
Centre likely to retain limited role and allow states have more say after Lockdown 4.0
The central government may, however, advise state authorities to continue with strict curbs in COVID-19 containment zones in the worst-affected 30 municipal areas that account for 80 percent of the positive cases in the country.
Sun Pharma gains 5% on DGCI nod to initiate clinical trial of drug on COVID-19 patients
Nafamostat is approved in Japan for improvement of acute symptoms of pancreatitis and treatment of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC).
Address challenges of PWDs – Group tells EC
A group of persons with disability has raised red flags over the “persistent stance” of the Electoral Commission (EC) to compile a new voters’ register ahead of the 2020 general elections.
Huawei's ambitions for Canada stalled by rift with China, security expert says
TORONTO — Huawei Technologies Co.'s push to become a leading supplier of 5G technology in Canada appears to be in jeopardy after the Chinese tech giant's CFO suffered a legal setback in a B.C. court, prompting an angry response from Beijing.
Namibian crew stuck at sea
ABOUT 10 Namibian crew members of the 'Carnival Fascination' passenger cruise liner are stuck on the vessel about 10 nautical miles west of Walvis Bay.
Uber Eats offering exclusive burgers from Mitch Marner, Max Domi and more
For a limited time, Torontonians can order Uber Eats-exclusive burgers conceived by Canadian celebrities and local restaurants.
Paid sick leave mandates hold promise in containing COVID-19
Mandates like those found in the federal government's Families First Coronavirus Response Act may be helping to slow the pandemic.
Gowdy calls for 'national conversation' after George Floyd death, says riots 'ain't gonna accomplish nothing'
Former prosecutor and congressman Trey Gowdy, a Fox News contributor, reacted to the death of George Floyd following his arrest by Minneapolis police Thursday by contrasting his treatment with that of South Carolina church shooter Dylann Roof.
Egypt repatriates 245 stranded nationals from Abu Dhabi
The plane landed in the airport on Thursday evening, coming from the Emirati capital, Abu Dhabi.
Elephant poachers arrested at Vamboi
Elephants form part of the endangered species in Ghana, despite several efforts by the Wildlife Division of the Forestry Commission to protect these animals, activities of poachers continue to prevail in some parts of the country.
Men hired to tie up and tickle client break into wrong house
Two men hired to break into their client’s house, menace him with machetes, tie him up, then tickle him with a broom, have been acquitted of armed break-in after hitting the wrong address. Th…
Michigan ‘welcome’ signs are anything but amid coronavirus
Welcome to Michigan — not. Two electronic billboards at the Indiana border are urging travelers to think again before driving into the Wolverine State so long as coronavirus lockdowns are in
We’ll not rush to reopen schools without adequate preparation – Ministry of Education PRO
The Public Relations Officer for the Ministry of Education, Ekow Vincent Assafuah has stated that the ministry knows the repercussions of reopening schools without putting systems in place to contain the coronavirus pandemic.
Asian Stocks Down as Investors Await Trump Action
Asian Stocks Down as Investors Await Trump Action
We will not change Covid-19 testing policy: Gujarat to HC
Says allowing unrestrained testing could lead to fear psychosis; also cites expert panel’s report, ICMR guidelines to support decision
PM Modi not in ‘good mood’ over Ladakh standoff with China, says Donald Trump
Speaking with the reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, Trump said a “big conflict” was going on between India and China.
Life in lockdown: Coronavirus prompts half of French consumers to reappraise ‘value’ of food
During eight weeks of lockdown, or confinement, over half of French people report having changed their view of the social, economic and ecological value of food production.
No regrets for teen who tried to cross Cook Strait in dinghy
A teen who had to be rescued while trying to cross Cook Strait in a dinghy says he would make the treacherous trip again. Tachyon Hutt, 18, set off...
Additional 10 passenger trains to operate from June 1: Sheikh Rashid
Railways minister said that 40 out of 142 passenger trains will be operating from June
Boat found in search for missing fisherman
A third day of search efforts are under way to find Hervey Bay man Paul Brazier, 37, with authorities working to determine if a boat found on Thursday was his.
Migrants crowd rly station as cyclone nixes trains to east
Crowded in a parking lot and bus stand, travellers to WB, Bihar lash out at ‘irresponsibility’ of the authorities in making chaotic travel arrangements
DD News shifts operations to Khelgaon after employee tests positive for COVID-19 posthumously
According to an official of DD News, initially they were told that the employee had a heatstroke and then they learnt he had a heart attack which led to his death. However, when they learnt that he had died due to coronavirus, the areas he may have accessed were sanitised.
Talks with hairdressers on safety measures under way - Dlamini-Zuma
The minister on Thursday gave an overview of what citizens can expect from Monday when the regulations for level 3 of the lockdown kick in.
Monkeys snatch coronavirus samples in India
The coronavirus has been detected in animals, though there is no confirmation that the disease can then be passed on to humans.
Lagos Youth Demand Compensation For Family Of Teenager Killed By Police
It was gathered that the policemen, who were trying to enforce curfew at the end of the Third Mainland Bridge, shot at the driver of a commercial bus.
Amazon in talks for new office despite pandemic
Amazon.com Inc. is in talks to rent an office block in Dublin with space for about 750 workers, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Pakistan saw a record 2,636 coronavirus cases, 57 deaths in last 24 hours: Dr Mirza
The greatest number of patients on ventilators — 157 — has also been recorded
Relief for migrant labourers: Too late, too little
The govt’s measures for migrant workers won’t be of much effect. We must consider basic income transfers, otherwise we risk starvation due to indifferent public policy responses
Used Car Seller Billionaires Ernie Garcia II And Son Accused Of Insider Trading In Lawsuit
The father and son team behind Carvana, the online used car seller, along with the company’s directors and investment firms controlled by the Garcias, allegedly traded on coronavirus fears to buy up shares at “bargain basement prices.”
Court Jails Man For $240,000 Romance Scam
The convict, who defrauded his victim, Chantai Meadery in February 2018 through a dating scam, with a promise of "building a future together" in Switzerland, was arraigned by the Port Harcourt Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on July 23, 2019 on a 4-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and money laundering.
Free distribution of nose masks will be waste of resources – Pius Hadzide
The Deputy Minister of Information, Pius Enan Hadzide has asserted that it will not be a sound decision by the government to distribute free face masks for the Ghanaian populace.
Premier League is back: Previously, in the Premier League...
Over three months after the ball was last kicked, the Premier League is set to restart on June 17. ...
Shramik Specials not regular trains, can be extended, diverted to benefit migrant workers: Railways
Addressing a press conference, Railway Board Chairman V K Yadav clarified that no train can ever be
High Court issues notice petition filed against illegal detention
Justice Sunil Balkrishna Shukre and Justice Anil Satyavijay Kilor have issued notices to Chief Secretary, Mantralaya, Superintendent Of Police Gadchiroli, Mohit Kumar Garg, Addl S. P Gadchiroli and others in a petition filed for illegal detention and compensation. A petition has been before the Hon’ble High Court claiming action and compensation against the illegal detention […]
Questions on reopening New York's economy baffle businesses
Some upstate New York business owners who made plans to reopen Friday as the state gradually loosens restrictions put in place during the coronavirus crisis remained close amid last-minute confusion o
Column: A college hockey program worth saving in Alabama
They've always been an outlier, a major college hockey program in the Deep South.
CWI agree in principle to tour England in July, awaits UK gov't approval
Cricket West Indies has agreed in principle to send a West Indies team to England for a three-Test series in July. The decision was arrived at during a meeting of the board on Thursday. The decision c...
The cities that could benefit most from the UK’s £500 million EV charging fund
According to new research from Uswitch.com, Stoke-on-Trent, Southend and Birmingham are among the cities that could benefit most from the Government’s £500 million ‘Rapid Charging Fund’.
Russia's Rosneft finds extended oil cuts painful: Sources
Rosneft has told the energy ministry it would be difficult to maintain cuts to the end of the year, as it has had to cut shipments to major buyers, such as Glencore and Trafigura, despite good demand, two sources close to the talks said on condition of anonymity.
'Global growth worries, US-China tensions likely to keep crude prices choppy'
We may see choppy trade however general bias may be on the downside on global growth worries and US-China tensions.
West Virginia agency renamed Department of Homeland Security
West Virginia’s Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety now has a shorter, different name and a few other internal changes under a new state law.
India surpasses China's COVID-19 death toll
India surpasses China's COVID-19 death toll. India also surpassed China's death toll with as many as 4,706 deaths, compared to 4,638, according to Johns Hopkins University data.
WTI slips below $34.00 amid risk reset in early Asia
WTI extends its declines from $34.34 to $33.56 amid the initial Asian session on Friday. In doing so, the oil benchmark probes the previous day’s reco
NASA's AIM Spots First Arctic Noctilucent Clouds of the Season
Ice-blue clouds are drifting high above the Arctic, which means the Northern Hemisphere's noctilucent cloud season is here.
Railways asks people with health conditions to avoid Shramik trains
Railways asks people with health conditions to avoid Shramik trains. At least nine passengers were reported dead on May 27 over a span of 48 hours on board the migrant trains, with the railways stating that all of them had health conditions.
Additional metro trains to be operated to reduce rail overcrowding: Transport Ministry
The last train will take off from the third line's El Shams Club metro station at 7:15 p.m and from the second line's Ataba station at 7:45 p.m, the ministry said.
EU regulator promises speedy review of potential COVID-19 drug remdesivir
The announcement comes two weeks after the EMA head told the European Parliament it may give an initial green light for sale of remdesivir as a COVID-19 treatment.
CBD businesses hoping that fewer people will keep working from home
Report from RNZ by Ruth Hill While government departments are keeping Wellington staff working at home – some shops and cafes in Wellington’s CBD report trade is down 40 percent.
7 People Shot In Louisville—1 In Critical Condition—As Violent Protests Erupt Across The Country
Protesters were demanding justice for Breonna Taylor, a black woman who was killed by police in her home in March.
Hawaii explores ‘travel bubble’ with Japan amid tourism collapse | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A pilot “travel bubble” with Japan that allows for relaxed travel restrictions between the two destinations might be a way for Hawaii tourism to start coming back from the 99.5% plunge that it took in April.
Andrew Hume announced as new Acting CEO of ECMS
Early Childhood Management Services (ECMS) a Victorian based not for profit early childhood education and care (ECEC) provider has confirmed the appointment of Andrew Hume as their new Acting Chief Executive Officer effective 9 June 2020.
US indicts N. Koreans, Chinese over US$2.5b network to dodge sanctions
WASHINGTON, May 29 — The US Justice Department indicted 28 North Koreans and five Chinese yesterday for operating a money laundering ring that moved billions of US dollars through global banks to avoid nuclear sanctions on Pyongyang. The network processed more than US$2.5 billion (RM10.9 billion)...
Does stress promote posting misinformation?
What does current research suggest about why such misinformation is spread, and what can be done to stop it?
Farmers supply mince to local foodbanks
Meat the Need founders Siobhan O’Malley and Wayne Langford have helped supply months’ worth of meat to foodbanks across Canterbury and the South...
Jamaica Cricket Association mourns passing of Senior Women's Coach Cleon Smith
The Jamaica Cricket Association has expressed sadness at the passing of National Senior Women’s team coach Cleon Smith who died on Thursday, after a brief illness. is truly saddened at the passing of...
Army rushes in additional troops to eastern Ladakh
Army rushes in additional troops to eastern Ladakh. The Indian Army will continue to maintain its aggressive posturing in all disputed areas in eastern Ladakh and will not back off till status quo is maintained, sources said.
IPAC: Your absence was a blessing – Kofi Akpaloo slams NDC
Founder and leader of Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG) Kofi Akpaloo has lashed out at the largest opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), for boycotting the recent Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting called by the Electoral Commission (EC).
US pledges $2.9 million for unaccompanied refugee children in Greece
The United States has pledged $2.9 million to Greece to improve the living conditions of unaccompanied refugee children and support the islands against the
Government's self-employment support scheme extended – what you need to know
The Government's Self-Employment Income Support Scheme will be extended and will pay out another single grant covering three months, the Chancellor has announced today. It's also said this will be
On June 1, Coronavirus Restrictions in NSW Will Ease Even More – Here’s What You Need to Know
Not only will you be able to holiday within the state (good news: the ski season officially begins on June 22), you’ll also have an even greater chance of scoring a table at your favourite restaurant.
UN: Virus could push 14 million Latin Americans into hunger
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — The US World Food Programme (WFP) is warning that upward of...
Layoffs, pay cuts and shutdowns as major South African hotels count R1.7 billion in losses
South African hotel and gaming group Tsogo Sun has recorded R1.7 billion in exceptional losses for the full year ended March 2020, after a nationwide Covid-19 lockdown led to a near-complete closure of its hotels.
Priest beheads man at temple in Cuttack dist
A priest allegedly killed a man by beheading him at a temple near Bandhahuda under the Narasinghpur police station in Cuttack district on Wednesday night. Later, accused Sansari Ojha (72), priest of Brahmani Dei Temple, surrendered to police following the incident. Reports said an argument
2019 Eid greetings video and photo with husband Athar Aamir Khan’s nephew disappear from IAS topper Tina Dabi Khan’s Instagram page
2019 Eid greetings video and photo with husband Athar Aamir Khan's nephew have mysteriously disappeared from IAS topper Tina Dabi's Instagram page
Demand For These Autonomous Delivery Robots Is Skyrocketing During This Pandemic
Although there is much unknown about the way the world will be post-coronavirus, we're certain that it will include autonomous delivery robots in our workplaces, public spaces, and streets. This technology was given a boost during coronavirus as a viable way for people to receive food and medicine.
Woman stashed grandmother's corpse in freezer for 15 years while collecting social security checks: Police
A Pennsylvania woman has been arrested after authorities say she hid the remains of her grandmother, who died in 2004, to collect social security funds.
My Boss'll Not Shake Hands With Any Woman He Isn't Married To, Nigeria's Communications Minister's Aide Tells Abike Dabiri-Erewa As Crisis Continues
The minister and NIDCOM boss had engaged in a disagreement since February this year after Pantami allegedly ordered the eviction of the agency from the building accommodating it.
Haul of stolen street signs found during level 2 police checks
Police checks on potential Covid-19 party rule-breakers has turned up something else – stolen street signs. About 20 signs were found at student...
COVID-19 delays India's second aircraft carrier
COVID-19 delays India's second aircraft carrier. For about three more years, the Indian Navy will have to make do with its lone carrier -- the Russia-built INS Vikramaditya.
UT Bank collapse: State ordered to file relevant documents by June 22
An Accra High Court has ordered the State to file, by June 22, all the documents they intend to rely on in the matter of Prince Kofi Amoabeng, Chief Executive Officer of the defunct UT Bank Ghana and five others, whose alleged roles led to the collapse of the Bank.
NYC Eyes June 8 for First Phase of Reopening
Also Friday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo cleared a large swath of upstate New York to reopen hair salons, retail shops and offices under strict guidelines.
Trump signs an executive order about social media platforms
Days after Twitter added 'fact check' to two of US President Donald Trump tweets, calling them 'potentially misleading', the latter has signed an executive order about social media platforms. The order is aimed at limiting the broad legal protections enjo
Mamponteng residents worried about abandoned road projects
Residents at Mamponteng in the Kwabre East Municipality have expressed concern over the continued delay in completing the road networks in the community.
South Africa’s Covid-19 cases by age
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has announced that South Africa has recorded a total of 27,403 Covid-19 cases as of 28 May 2020.
Police want Liverpool's title decider in neutral stadium
Liverpool is unlikely to win the Premier League at Anfield after police included the leader’s key games among at least five it wants to be played at neutral venues in a bid to prevent fans from gather
Tasting Australia Will Not Go Ahead in 2020
Originally shelved until October, the state’s biggest food and drink festival will now return in autumn 2021.
Greece: Tourists from 29 countries can fly in as of June 15
Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.
We will challenge compilation of new voters register – NDC
The General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, says the Party will challenge the Electoral Commission’s decision to compile a new voters register.
Seven straight days without a Covid case
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PawSox offer taste of baseball with 'Dining on the Diamond'
The Pawtucket Red Sox are going from “Play Ball” to “Bon Appetit.”
California elected officials face no pay cuts despite economic turmoil brought by coronavirus pandemic
Despite millions of people continuing to face unemployment, garnished wages, or pay cuts, elected officials in California can consider their salaries safe from reductions during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Darlington MP admits to taking train 225 miles from London to the North East while showing signs of coronavirus infection
Peter Gibson, the Conservative MP for Darlington, County Durham revealed on social media over the weekend that he travelled from London to self-isolate in the North East in March.
First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74
First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74. Jogi, 74, had been battling for life at the private hospital for the last 20 days and suffered a cardiac arrest in the afternoon, they said. He is survived by his wife Renu Jogi, the MLA from Kota constituency, and son Amit Jogi, a former MLA.
e-Pariksha to conduct free online mock test for JEE, NEET
e-Parkisha.com will be conducting free online mock tests for JEE, NEET and other common entrance tests aspirants.
A tough call: Minor league umps squeezed as lost year looms
Any other May weekend, Trevor Dannegger might’ve been in Hartford or Richmond or Akron on a Double-A diamond, wrangling players, coaches and managers.
India to expand Vande Bharat Mission to evacuate more Indians from abroad
MEA Spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said the government is also assisting return of stranded Indians from remote locations in Latin America and Caribbean, Africa, and parts of Europe.
180 stranded migrants return home in chartered flight
Jharkhand on Thursday became the first Indian State to bring stranded labourers home in a chartered flight during the ongoing lockdown, a press communique from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said. About 180 migrant workers, stranded in Maharashtra during the lockdown, were flown to Ranchi in an
Police: Alabama worker killed trying to unjam wood chipper
A man in Alabama died when he got caught in a wood chipper that got jammed at his workplace, police said.
Family of crash death teen takes action against UK's Raab
The family of a British teenager killed when his motorcycle collided with a car allegedly driven by an American diplomat’s wife plan to take legal action against the U.K. foreign policy chief for his
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EXPLAINER: Will Phase 2 of lifting Covid-19 restrictions happen on June 8?
When Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced the government's roadmap for re-opening the country and the economy, he warned that the phases were not guaranteed to run on the dates specified. The roadma...
Zookeeper critically mauled by 2 lions at shut Australia zoo
Two lions mauled and critically injured a zookeeper inside their enclosure Friday at a closed Australian zoo.
No talks between Modi and Trump on Ladakh row: Sources
No talks between Modi and Trump on Ladakh row: Sources. The last conversation between the two leaders was on April 4 on the issue of hydroxychloroquine.
Doug Liman to direct Tom Cruise film shot in space
Doug Liman will direct Tom Cruise in the first narrative feature film to be shot in space.
To Save Fourth Amendment, FISA Surveillance Must Work Like Police Investigations - Former FBI Agent
Coleen Rowley, a former FBI special agent, told Sputnik Thursday that the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) program must be reformed to work like traditional...
Gov't committed to making Internet access a right, says minister
MINISTER of Science, Energy and Technology Fayval Williams says COVID-19 has brought into...
Protest in Hong Kong over China move to pass security law
Dozens of people joined a protest in a mall in Hong Kong on Friday following a vote by China’s ceremonial parliament to approve legislation that could severely restrict opposition political activity a
Taylor Swift's Donald Trump Post Becomes Her Most Liked Tweet Ever
The tweet has become Swift's most-liked tweet ever, hitting more than one million likes in less than five hours.
Investigation revealed journalist Aziz Memon was murdered: Karachi police chief
Memon's body was recovered from a river on February 16, with a cable wrapped around his neck
How New Zealand Used Evidence-Based Policies to Beat The Pandemic
The day the US mourned reaching a tragic milestone - 100,000 novel coronavirus deaths - people on the other side of the world in New Zealand celebrated a much more hopeful one: No new coronavirus cases over the prior five days.
The number of coronavirus tests done in every province in South Africa
New data presented by the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) reveals how many Covid-19 tests have been conducted in South Africa across all provinces to date.
ITC Hotels partners with Swiggy for home delivery
Home delivery service will be available for properties including ITC Maurya, ITC Royal Bengal, ITC Grand Chola, ITC Gardenia and ITC Windsor among others…
HC asks Delhi govt to file detailed reply on pleas challenging levy of 70% 'special corona fees'
The Delhi government had earlier filed its response to the petitions, saying that trade or consumption of liquor is not a fundamental right of a citizen and the State has the authority to regulate its sale and levying 70 percent 'special corona fees' on MRP of all alcohol brands is a price for grant of such privilege to public.
Inside How Monster Energy Supercross Is Running The Last Seven Events In Utah
Monster Energy Supercross returns this weekend after being shut down due to the pandemic. When it returns, all remaining races will be in Utah and without fans. Here's an inside look.
Cheap Speakers Sound Good With Easy Open Baffle Design
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7-months-old baby dies of COVID-19 in Sangareddy
A 7-month-old girl, who died at Niloufer Hospital on Wednesday while undergoing treatment, was COVID-19 positive as her swab result revealed
Cigarette ban threatens to bankrupt companies
The ban on the sale of cigarettes is one of the most controversial regulations in place as part of South Africa’s COVID-19 lockdown.
100 Indian users warned of govt-backed phishing attacks: Google
100 Indian users warned of govt-backed phishing attacks: Google. In a blog post, Google said its Threat Analysis Group tracks more than 270 targeted or government-backed groups from over 50 countries. It, however, did not clarify which governments have targeted these users.
Bono East: Tuobodom gets 19.95km roads facelift project
The Techiman North District Chief Executive Peter Mensah in the Bono East Region has announced that a massive roads programme will soon kick-off to construct and rehabilitate roads across the district as government approves 19.95km Tuobodom and Aworowa town roads in fulfilment of President Nana Addo’s ‘year of Roads by promise.
Jean Mensa must resign now – Odike
Akwasi Addae Odike, the Founder and Leader of the United Progressive Party (UPP) is calling for the immediate resignation of Chairperson of Electoral Commission of Ghana, Mrs. Jean Mensa for her open love towards the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).
US judge won't lift 50-person cap on Nevada church services
A federal judge rejected a rural Nevada church’s request Friday for an emergency injunction that would allow it to exceed Gov. Steve Sisolak’s 50-person cap on religious gatherings.
Maha continues to add to Karnataka's COVID-19 tally; biggest single-day spike of 248 cases reported
Karnataka recorded a biggest Single-day spike of 248 COVID-19 cases with returnees from Maharashtra continuing to add to the state's tally, taking the virus count to 2,781 on Friday. One casualty was reported and with this the COVID-19 death toll has gone up to 48, the health department said. A
New report alleges killings, mass detentions in Ethiopia
A new report by the rights group Amnesty International accuses Ethiopia’s security forces of extrajudicial killings and mass detentions even as the country’s reformist prime minister was awarded the N
Climate could cause abrupt British vegetation changes
Climate change could cause abrupt shifts in the amount of vegetation growing in parts of Great Britain, new research shows.
Flight operations to return to pre-COVID-19 levels by Diwali: Hardeep Singh Puri
Domestic flight operations resumed in a staggered manner after a gap of two months on May 25.
Mortgage Rates Hit New All-Time Low, But Rushing To Refinance Might Not Be Necessary
Mortgage rates hit yet another record-breaking low, but rushing to refinance may not be necessary.
No hearing held of Mir Shakil-ur-Rahman's bail plea
MSR's arrest has been classified as the eighth-most urgent case in threat to press freedom, according to Time Magazine
UK's Johnson eases lockdown as furore over aide rumbles on
LONDON, May 29 — The coronavirus lockdown will ease next week for most of Britain's population, Boris Johnson announced yesterday, as a row persisted over the prime minister's closest adviser taking a long-distance journey during lockdown. In England, up to six people will be able to meet outside...
United Airlines cutting 13 top jobs under fresh restructuring
United Airlines cutting 13 top jobs under fresh restructuring
This Jet-Powered Electric Surfboard Lets You Surf Without Waves
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45-yr-old woman beaten to death by husband over ‘illicit relationship’
Suspecting illicit relationship, a 45-year-old woman was beaten to death by her husband at Latifpura village under Berasia police station area on Wednesday. Police said that Babulal, husband of the deceased Usha Bai, found her at Suresh’s house on Wednesday and started fighting with his wife,
Govt, non-govt offices to reopen from June 8 in West Bengal: CM
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced that all government and non-government offices will resume their operations from June 8 across the state.
Nagpur Police rejoin over 47k migrants with their families
Nagpur: City police in association with NGOs, till date have rejoined sum of 47510 labours with their families in 11 states including Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Gujrat, West Bengal, J&K, Odisha, Jharkhand and Maharashtra, reveals the data tabled by Nagpur Police. A total of 12000 migrant workers were departed by 12 Shramik […]
Vermont barbers, stylists reopening as restrictions ease
Hair stylists and barbers are back in business Friday as part of the latest round of business reopenings in Vermont from COVID-19 shutdowns.
Liv Morgan responds to Kehlani; wins fans' hearts
Liv Morgan understands that as a public figure, it's her responsibility to not only ask for change but be one herself!
Virus protection adds new wrinkle to Southwest heat relief
Trying to stay safe during a global pandemic is hard enough, but people in Southwest desert cities like Phoenix and Las Vegas where temperatures can soar into the triple digits are also trying to prot
Kenyan truckers suspend movement to Uganda
Kenyan drivers say they will withhold their services until officials address harassment.
US braces for more protests over police killing of George Floyd
Hundreds of people began marching in Minneapolis in the late afternoon, while in St. Paul, just to the east, police said there was ongoing looting.
Egypt repatriates stranded 245 nationals from Abu Dhabi
The plane landed in the airport on Thursday evening, coming from the Emirati capital, Abu Dhabi.
Over 50 staff of Tullow Ghana reportedly test positive for coronavirus
Panic has hit staff of Tullow Ghana after some contract workers reportedly tested positive for COVID-19.
Stocks Turn Positive After Trump Keeps Phase One China Trade Deal Intact
Trump took a more confrontational approach with China on Friday.
Man picks fight with father-in-law, stabs him
On Monday, a man attacked his father-in-law and stabbed him in the back in Marathahalli.
Veterans help UK children keep calm, cope with virus stress
Hula hoops, camouflage mats and tires aren't typical supplies needed during the coronavirus pandemic. But they’re useful props as British army veteran Mike Hamilton prepares to lead children in a mili
FLASHBACK: Any idiot can be flagbearer - Kwame Pianim
Ten years ago, renowned economist and a leading member of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Kwame Pianim urged the party to choose a flagbearer who is technologically inclined and not an old-fashioned flagbearer.
Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.
Slovak startup GymBeam nabs around €6 million for its fitness brand
Slovakian startup GymBeam, one of the fastest growing fitness brands in Europe, has landed an investment of around €6 million, which it will use to push its brand across Central and Eastern Europe. Founded in 2014, the Slovak e-commerce platform focuses on fitness, nutritional supplements, functi
Goa CM bats for lockdown extension; wants malls, gyms to open
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said the current phase of lockdown, slated to end on May 31, should be extended till June 15 considering the overall COVID-19 scenario in the country, where the case count has crossed the 1.6 lakh-mark. Sawant, who spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah
EC wants to rig election 2020 to keep Akufo-Addo in power - Victor Smith
Ghana's Former Ambassador to the UK, Victor Smith, has said the obstinate nature of the NPP government led by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the Electoral Commission (EC) to go on with the compilation of a new voters' register is simply to rig the 2020 elections.
Probe opens into B’desh hospital fire
Dhaka : The Bangladesh Fire Service has formed a four-member panel to investigate a fire that burned down the isolation unit and killed five patients, including three COVID-19 positive, at the United Hospital in Dhaka, it was reported on Thursday.The
New WhatsApp Warning As This Malicious Hack Strikes Again: Here’s What You Do
This WhatsApp hack is claiming victims around the world—with a new twist: Here's how you protect your account.
Trump throws toys out of the pram, pulls the US out of WHO
WASHINGTON (AFP) – President Donald Trump said Friday he was severing US ties with the World Health Organization, which he says failed to do enough to combat the initial spread of the novel coronavirus.
State Department approves $425M deal for work on Kuwait's Patriot missiles
May 28 (UPI) -- The State Department approved a possible deal for Patriot missile support for up to $425 million, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced Thursday.
'Space Force' Is More Real Than You Think
Netflix is hoping to pull in fans of The Office with its new workplace comedy Space Force, which also stars Steve Carell, who co-created the show with The Office showrunner Greg Daniels. But although this new comedy takes inspiration from a new and…
Fears for Kenya's urban food supply as floods drown rice
Kenya’s recent floods have ruined harvests in several rice production hubs.
Cairns boy dead after alleged scuffle in suburban park
Police say the 12-year-old boy was involved in a physical altercation between two groups in a Cairns suburb when he fell to the ground unconscious.
US major airlines roll out more options to avoid staff lay-offs
The top three U.S. airlines, hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, are rolling out fresh programs to induce tens of thousands of employees to ...
If Trump kicks out Twitter, there's always Germany
If U.S. President Donald Trump goes ahead with his threat to close Twitter, the micro-blogging site can always relocate to Germany.
Twitter flags Trump tweet on Minneapolis as 'glorifying violence'
Twitter says the tweet violated its rules but would not be removed.
This Weekend Is Your Last Chance To Watch These Movies On Netflix
Netflix will be removing 38 movies from their slate after this weekend. Here is a list of the movies that will no longer be available come Monday, June 1.
Delhi COVID-19 death count 398; record spike of 1,106 more cases
Delhi's COVID-19 death toll has mounted to 398 with 82 fatalities that took place in the last one month being reported on Friday, as the city's total tally jumped to over 17,000.
Here’s what R120 million buys you – now that real estate can operate at level 3
The real estate industry will resume operations under level 3 lockdown on Monday, 1 June.
Psychological Research Explains Why People Protest
History has shown us time and again that protests are the result of feelings like fear, frustration and helplessness. But what are the key ingredients for building an explosive environment? Here are a few emotional, environmental and societal factors that create and exacerbate protests.
Barack Obama’s Graduation Address Blasts Past Rosiest Ratings Predictions With 60 Million Viewers-Five Unexpected Reasons Trump Should Worry
When was the last time any of us watched a commencement address, when we didn’t have to??
Major Contract Stalemate Between The San Francisco 49ers And Star Tight End George Kittle?
Could All-Pro tight end George Kittle be in the midst of a contract stalemate with the San Francisco 49ers? I delve into that right here.
National Guard called to respond to Minneapolis violence
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called in the National Guard on Thursday as looting broke out in St. Paul and a wounded Minneapolis braced for more violence after rioting over the death of George Floyd, a ...
Uttar Pradesh reports 1 more COVID-19 death, total cases rise to 7,284
One more person died of coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, while 114 fresh cases pushed the total number of COVID-19 cases in the state to 7,284, officials said. With one more death, the total number of fatalities due to COVID-19 in the state has reached 198. "The total number of cases
Ajit Jogi: The politician who never gave up
Ajit Jogi: The politician who never gave up. The first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, was known in the political circles as someone who never gave up despite defeats, controversies and debilitating health issues.
COVID-19 in Southeast Asia: non-citizens have a right to protection too
Arbitrary differentiation between citizen and non-citizen is causing migrants to suffer the worst of the pandemic.
Stop replacing green grass with pavement blocks – Meteo cautions households
The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMET) has advised people to stop replacing green grass with pavement blocks in their homes.
Coronavirus wrap May 29: Jharkhand airlifts migrant workers from Leh; India's COVID-19 death toll surpasses that of China
In India, the death toll due to the pandemic has crossed 4,700, while nearly 3.6 lakh people globally have lost their lives due to the infection.
Inside a COVID-19 hospital in India, doctors see no end in sight
It was yet another casualty from the coronavirus pandemic that has killed over 4,500 people and infected more than 150,000 across India. While infection rates from the virus have begun to fall in many countries, in India they are still rising sharply, and epidemiologists warn peak is yet to come.
COVID-19: 176 Indians evacuated from Sri Lanka
Over 170 Indians stranded in Sri Lanka due to the global travel restrictions left for their homes on Friday aboard a special Air India flight.
New model predicts the peaks of the COVID-19 pandemic
Researchers describe a single function that accurately describes all existing available data on active COVID-19 cases and deaths -- and predicts forthcoming peaks.
Renault to cut 15,000 jobs
Carmaker Renault said on Friday that it would cut nearly 15,000 jobs, including 4,600 at its core French operations, as it seeks to steer out of a cash crunch exacerbated by the coronavirus crisis.
4 escape death as flood engulfs Ho
The Volta Regional Capital, Ho is gradually becoming a flood-prone area as about 11 places have been identified to be dangerous flood-prone spots in the hitherto flood-free municipality.
Mkhize: We must accept new reality that COVID-19 will be here for long time
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize and other Health Department officials briefed the country on the effectiveness of the lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic..
DMK moves SC for implementation of 50% OBC quota in Tamil Nadu's share of All India Medical seats
The party said its plea is directed against the Respondents (Centre, Medical Council of India (MCI) and Tamil Nadu government) denying the implementation of 50 percent OBC policy of the state, other than in central government institutions.
Chamisa bids to oust defiant party MPs
The MDC Alliance is moving to oust four legislators who attended Parliament business last week defying the party’s directive for a boycott in support of the recall of lawmakers, it has been learnt.
Boston's Museum of Fine Arts to buy work from 24 artists
Even as Boston's Museum of Fine Arts remains closed, curators remain at work on building out its contemporary art collection.
European stocks rise for fourth day on healthcare bounce
FRANKFURT, May 29 ― European shares rose for a fourth straight session yesterday, as optimism over businesses returning to work and stimulus for the battered euro zone economy outweighed rising US-China tensions. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 1.6 per cent to hit an 11-week high, with...
Higher education institutions to reopen on Sunday - Inside Israel
Health Ministry Director-General signs order that will allow the higher education system to return to activity.
Rwanda court sentences former mayor to life for role in genocide
Rwanda's High Court on Thursday sentenced a former mayor to life in prison for his role in the country's 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, which included leading attacks that resulted in the deaths of
Here's the list of outperforming stocks rising most since lockdown
Eight leading promoter-controlled business houses have emerged as the new Corona warriors for the stock market
Trump signs executive order on social media, claiming to protect ‘Free Speech’
Trump and his allies have often accused Twitter as well as Facebook of bias against conservative voices
Maha has 116 COVID deaths, highest 24-hr toll
Mumbai/Nagpur: With 116 deaths reported on Friday, Maharashtra recorded the highest number of deaths in a single day. “As many as 2,682 more people have tested positive of coronavirus today, taking the total count in the state to 62,228. One hundred and sixteen people have succumbed to the disease today. Till now, 2,098 deaths have […]
District hosp of Bageshwar to treat Covid patients
The Covid-19 patients of Bageshwar district would now be treated in the district itself. In an order, the secretary medical health and family welfare, Amit Negi said that district hospital (DH) Bageshwar would now function as dedicated Covid hospital. The trauma hospital of the DH has been notified
From Mumbai, workers fly to Jharkhand on plane rented by NLSIU alumni
They were part of a group of 174 labourers — daily wagers, auto drivers and construction workers — from Jharkhand, living in Mumbai, who boarded a plane that was leased by a group of alumni of National Law School of India University (NLSIU).
'Watcher' tracks coronavirus in Cincinnati and beyond
As cases of COVID-19 soar, two University of Cincinnati students develop an interactive dashboard that shows cases and deaths related to the novel coronavirus throughout the nation.
Doctor Says He Was Fired for Complaining About Hospital’s Covid Response
An emergency room physician who says he was fired for complaining about inadequate Covid-19 safety procedures at a Washington state hospital has sued for wrongful termination.
It’s lit now! British American Tobacco heads to court over cigarette sale ban
Government has come under fire from smokers around the country for refusing to allow the sale of cigarettes from Monday – when the country moves to level 3 lockdown - but giving alcohol the green light.
Fired Samsung worker climbs down Seoul tower after year-long protest
Dismissed in 1995 for union activism, one man took on South Korea's most powerful conglomerate and has finally reached a settlement. For over 300 days, supporters passed the protester food and clothes using only a rope.
Iran warns US: Wherever you are, we are right next to you - Middle East
Amid tensions in the Gulf, Iran's Revolutionary Guards warn the United States against its naval presence in the region.
Toilet Paper Chase And Indoor Cycling Race With Unity And Arduino
While we’re still far away from returning to a pre-Corona everyday life, people seem to have accepted that toilet paper will neither magically cease to exist, nor become our new global curren…
Man in critical condition after Police car crushes him
A 40-year-old man Salom Seshie is battling for his life after a Police Patrol car from Kasoa Division knocked him down.
Yuluwirri Kids educator announced as 2020 NSW Trainee of the Year finalist
Marshandra Naden, familiar to readers of The Sector from a recent piece announcing her as the recipient of a Pat Dixon Scholarship, has progressed to he finals of the 2020 NSW Trainee of the Year Awards for the New England Region.
11 new Covid-19 cases surface in State
At least 11 new cases of COVID-19 infection surfaced in Jharkhand on Thursday, health officials said. The findings took the total number of COVID-19 cases in State to 469, as per a bulletin shared by the National Health Mission (NHM) by the time this report was filed. Out of the 11 patients, at
'Kill me, jail me but I’ll never 'eat' my words' – Mornah tells CID
The Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Mr. Bernard Mornah says he is ever ready to ‘die’ for the truth if that is what the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service wants.
George Floyd protests in NYC turn violent: Officers punched, pelted, more than 40 people arrested
New York City police arrested more than 40 demonstrators Thursday evening after violent protests that followed the death of a man in police custody in Minnesota earlier in the week, police said.
UP Board 10th and 12th Results 2020: Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) to declare Class 10th and 12th Results 2020 soon @ upresults.nic.in
UP Board 10th and 12th Results 2020: The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) is set to declare Class 10th and 12th Results 2020 soon on its official website upresults.nic.in.
EUR/JPY falls back to 200-day SMA as Tokyo inflation beats estimates
The bid tone around the Japanese yen strengthened early Friday, pushing EUR/JPY back to levels below the 200-day simple moving average (SMA) at 119.25
Police: Tulane football player arrested after punching girl
A fight at a Waffle House in Louisiana landed a Tulane University football player in jail and a teenage girl in a hospital, police said.
Budhrani lab staff who hid details of kin being virus +ve dies due to COVID
Reports of woman, father-in-law showed patches; she went to work with fever and did not tell mgmt
Toshakhana reference: Arrest warrants issued against former prime minister Nawaz Sharif
Warrants were issued by the accountability court hearing a reference filed against former PMs Gilani, Nawaz and ex-president Zardari
Huawei P40 launch in South Africa – Live blog
Huawei is launching its P40 series of flagship smartphones in South Africa. Join us as we take you through the event and stand a chance to win your share of R500 000 in prizes.
In Sayajibaug zoo, lockdown has given privacy for tigers to mate
Due to the Covid-19 lockdown, construction work on the new enclosures inside the zoo has been suspended since March end along with the suspension of visitors. Absence of visitors and workers has given the much needed privacy to the animals, especially the big cats that do not usually mate in full public view.
Frydenberg talks markets to US Treasury secretary
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has spoken to US Treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin about the rebound in equity markets and the stabilisation of credit markets.
Debt relief plans for world's poor countries inch forward
Plans for debt relief for the world's poorest countries inched forward as private creditors laid out a blueprint for their involvement, though it...
29,240 confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa as deaths climb to 611
Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has announced that there are now 29,240 confirmed cases of coronavirus in South Africa.
Gunna Gearing Up for First No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 Chart
Gunna is gearing up for his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart, according to industry forecasters.
Tyson Foods will shut U.S. pork plant as more workers catch COVID-19
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Tyson Foods Inc (TSN.N) said on Thursday it will temporarily close an Iowa pork plant due to the coronavirus pandemic, a month after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered slaughterhouses to stay open to protect the country’s food supply.
Look Out, AirPods: Apple Reveals Lip-Smackingly Colorful Rival Beats Headphones
The latest Beats Powerbeats Pro in-ear headphones have just been revealed and they have several benefits Apple’s AirPods can’t match.
Labour's Louisa Wall pulls out of Manurewa selection
Labour MP Louisa Wall has withdrawn at the eleventh hour from Labour's selection battle for the Manurewa seat. Instead Wall will be a list-only...
Ex-Colts GM Ryan Grigson joins Browns' staff as top adviser
Former Colts general manager Ryan Grigson was hired Friday as a senior adviser for the Cleveland Browns, reuniting with general manager Andrew Berry.
$60m funding boost for NZ libraries announced at Turanga
The government chose Christchurch's central library, Turanga, as the venue to announce a $60 million cash injection for NZ libraries on Friday.
Coronavirus: Sindh says SOPs for public transport, ride-hailing apps ready
Sindh Transport Minister Awais Shah said final decision to be taken in meeting of task force on coronavirus
PPE manufacturers complain about lack of clarity on standardisation guidelines
Hula Global, a Noida-based company which is into manufacturing and distribution of personal protection equipment, was counting on the huge windfall opportunity post-COVID-19 outbreak.
Thousands of migrants unsure of leaving Doon as work resumes
A large number of migrants have refused to return to their native States as various works have resumed in the district. The Dehradun chief development officer (CDO) Nitika Khandelwal who is currently supervising the operation of sending thousands of migrants home in different states through trains
Quarantine bottlenecks add to woes of returning Filipinos
When his cruise ship sailed into Manila Bay after weeks of voyaging like a castaway amid port closures set off by the global pandemic, Erick Arenas felt he was finally home.
Boys End Up in Hospital After Trying to Gain Superpowers From a Black Widow Bite
Three boys from Bolivia let a black widow spider bite them in the hopes of gaining Spider-Man's powers, but they ended up in hospital instead.
Corona takes big leap in Nagpur : 46 cases in single day, Naik Talao new hot-spot
Nagpur: As many as 46 people including a Mahadula resident man who returned from Bihar, tested positive for novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) on Friday. Most of them belonged to Naik Talao vicinity, where 15 members of a family tested positive for the virus borne disease. Besides, several cases from Pachpaoli quarantine centre, Tanga Stand, Seva […]
Sale of shut Philly refinery to real estate developer delayed
Sale of shut Philly refinery to real estate developer delayed
Penn State’s Aeneas Hawkins Details Terrifying Racist Encounter While Pumping Gas (TWEETS)
(Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images) Aeneas Hawkins just simply wanted to get gas and go about his day, but one…
Lee asks state agencies to cut budgets by 12%
Gov. Bill Lee has asked all state agencies to find ways to slash their budgets by 12% and submit their new proposals by the end of June.
America really doesn’t need Silicon Valley to get into the fact-checking biz
No American, not even the president, has a right to a social-media account. Tech firms are free to ban any user they see fit. They’re free to “fact-check” anyone and enforce their policies
Italy's Serie A gets green light for June 20 restart
Italy's top-flight Serie A football league has been given the go-ahead to restart on June 20 following the novel coronavirus stoppage, Sports Minister Vincenzo Spadafora said on Thursday.
AP PHOTOS: Italians say 'ciao' to unkempt lockdown locks
Two months of lockdown have left style-conscious Italians looking less well-groomed than usual. But as of last week, hair salons and barber shops are back in business, welcoming young and old in need
Aldon Smith says he's better man, seeks revival with Cowboys
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Aldon Smith had already been suspended from the NFL several years when his ailing grandmother implored him to change his life before she died of complications from Lou Geh
U.S. senators urge probe of TikTok on children's privacy
U.S. senators urge probe of TikTok on children's privacy
Australia could include Pacific labourers in 'travel bubble' as $280m aid shake-up revealed
Money set aside for scholarship and volunteer projects will be redirected towards medical and humanitarian interventions in the region
Republican committee head says North Carolina Democrats 'dragging their feet' on convention rules
Republican committee head says North Carolina Democrats 'dragging their feet' on convention rules
Defend your hard-earned savings with Revix’s tokenised gold promotion
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Locomotive crashes faulty fuel tanker on a rail line in Takoradi
A Locomotive (train head) belonging to the Ghana Railways Company Limited on Wednesday crashed into a faulty fuel tanker on a portion of the rail lines linking the Sekondi-Kojokrom- Takoradi Harbour.
Coronavirus: Government urged to roll out ICT programmes to address job losses
Youth Rise International, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on poverty eradication through education and decent work has called on the Government to as a matter of urgency roll out a national ICT for Work programme for the youth.
US indicts NKoreans, Chinese over $2.5 bn network to dodge sanctions
The US Justice Department indicted 28 North Koreans and five Chinese on Thursday for operating a money laundering ring that moved billions of dollars through global banks to avoid nuclear sanctions on Pyongyang.The network processed more than $2.
Bono East: Tuobodom gets 19.95km road face-lift projects
The Techiman North District Chief Executive Hon Peter Mensah in the Bono East Region has announced that a massive roads programme will soon kick-off to construct and rehabilitate roads across the district as government approves 19.95km Tuobodom and Aworowa town roads in fulfillment of President Nana Addo’s ‘year of Roads' by promise.
Sex Workers Get Back To Business In Switzerland But Told To Social Distance
As Switzerland relaxes its lockdown measures, prostitution can resume from 6 June. Other sports, including boxing and ballroom dancing, however, remain forbidden.
Friday Night SmackDown Results: News, Notes As WWE Exploits Jeff Hardy’s Demons
Jeff Hardy was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving to kick off WWE Friday Night SmackDown.
Player Tracking Data Suggests Soccer Matches Are Safe From Coronavirus
Player tracking data from the Dutch Eredivisie suggests that only 0.2% of matches from the past two seasons saw players engage in 'close encounters'
How important is Hong Kong to China as a free finance hub?
China still has extensive capital controls and often intervenes in its financial markets and banking system. Hong Kong is one of the world's most open economies and one of the biggest channels for equity and debt financing.
Ali Zaidi filed a contempt of court petition for failing to make JIT reports public
Federal Minister of Maritime Affairs Ali Zaidi has filed a contempt of court petition in the Sindh High Court for failing to make the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) reports public.
Migrant crisis: HC takes cognisance of woman's death on train; two more die on 'Shramik Specials' meanwhile
The Patna High Court on Thursday took suo motu cognisance of the death of a woman on board a train carrying migrants from Gujarat to Bihar, after a video clip of her little son fiddling with the
SC issues notice to Tata Sons on cross-appeal of Mistry group firm against NCLAT order
The top court had on January 10 granted relief to Tata group by staying the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) order of December 18 last year, by which Mistry was restored as the executive chairman of the salt-to-software conglomerate.
Charles Hoskinson Reveals Cardano’s Shelley Upgrade To Roll Out Sooner
IOHK CEO Charles Hoskinson today declared the launch of Shelley, which is the latest update for Cardano. It will begin rolling out the network between June 30 and July 7. Talking on a crowdcast update, he gave 11 dates to the release of Cardano's Shelley update. He said today -…
The Flaming Lips Share ‘Flowers of Neptune 6′
It's the band's first original since..last year
Karnataka wants fewer flights from 5 high-risk state
Delhi, which was earlier considered a high-risk state has been removed from that category The State Government has requested the Civil Aviation Ministry to reduce the number of flights from five high .
Twilio Shares Surge 98% YTD As Emerging Use Cases Drive Increased Demand
During the Covid-19 crisis, Twilio has emerged as a leading provider of the underlying infrastructure needed to power increased digital engagement. Management called out six emerging use cases for Twilio’s platform during the pandemic.
What Ivanka Trump 'taking the red pill' says about the White House
The president’s daughter is not just a rich kid – she's also a representative of the US with an understanding of the alt-right political fringe.
Exclusive: Russia's Rosneft finds extended oil cuts painful - sources
Exclusive: Russia's Rosneft finds extended oil cuts painful - sources
U.S. to End Hong Kong's Special Treatment, Trump Says
U.S. to End Hong Kong's Special Treatment, Trump Says
Teacher unions, governing body groups urge schools not to reopen on Monday
Teacher unions and the governing body associations are warning that the reopening of schools on Monday will be a grievous mistake as this would disadvantage institutions that have not yet received personal protective equipment.
Don't need US help to resolve border issues: Chinese media
Don't need US help to resolve border issues: Chinese media. China's state-run media said that the leadership of the two countries successfully solved the Doklam standoff in 2017 with 'concerted efforts and wisdom'.
Coronavirus pandemic | Maharashtra to give Rs 50 lakh insurance cover to frontline workers: Deputy CM Ajit Pawar
Pawar, who is also finance minister, said huge manpower is busy in surveying, tracing, testing, taking preventive measures and providing relief during the pandemic by risking their lives.
Immorality: A threat bigger than Corona
Long before COVID had sabotaged Pakistan, and had influenced the government to impose emergencies in hospitals and lockdowns to restrict
Rwanda court sentences ex-mayor to life for role in genocide
Ladislas Ntaganzwa was one of the top fugitive suspects, accused of playing key role in the 1994 massacres
'I can't breathe': White House locked down as crowd protests death of George Floyd
The White House was on lockdown Friday night as hundreds of demonstrators gathered in adjacent Lafayette Park chanting,
New director for Arizona Department of Economic Security
The Arizona Department of Economic Security has a new director.
MT announces 8 new cases of COVID, 6 in Big Horn County
The state health department announced eight now cases of COVID-19 out of more than 1,700 tests that were run on Thursday.
EC sacks Odike from IPAC Meeting
The founder of the United Progressive Party (UPP), Akwasi Addai, was turned away from partaking in the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting held on Wednesday.
Lawmaker-elect denies wrongdoing over 'comfort women' funds
A prominent South Korean activist who was recently elected to the National Assembly denied on Friday that she misused public donations for Korean survivors of Japanese wartime sexual slavery.
Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande claim Number 1 on Official Irish Singles Chart, score biggest opening week of 2020 with Rain On Me
It's Lady Gaga's first song to debut at Number 1 in nine years.
18 flyers who flew in last 3 days test positive for Covid-19, say airlines
India News: NEW DELHI: At least 18 flyers who flew on different domestic routes of two airlines in the last three days have tested positive for coronavirus, airli.
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
Trump earlier said that he will hold a press conference Friday about China amid soaring tensions between the two powers, including over the status of Hong Kong and the novel coronavirus pandemic.
‘Pre-clinical Covid-19 vaccine trials in India could conclude by October’
India may be close to successfully developing a vaccine for the novel coronavirus, Principal Scientific Adviser Dr K VijayRaghavan said on Thursday adding that of the 30 groups engaged in the exercise, 20 are ‘working at a good pace’.
Man arrested for allegedly stabbing 'galamseyer' to death
The police at Ntortroso in the Ahafo Region, yesterday arrested a watchdog committee member, for allegedly stabbing to death, a 48-year-old man, for engaging in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey,
Teen Behind George Floyd Video Says She's Traumatized by Online Abuse
Darnella Frazier, 17, was the person behind the camera that recorded the heinous killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, MN. The now-viral video li...
Earnings Preview: What To Expect From Zoom On Tuesday
Zoom is expected to earn $0.09/share on $203.02 million in revenue. Meanwhile, the so-called Whisper number is $0.10/share. The Whisper number is the Street's unofficial view on earnings.
Harvard Medical Students Partner With Crowdsolving Platform Groopit To Launch Yelp-Like Covid-19 Testing Review Platform
First-year med students Dylan Cahill and J.C. Panagides were intent on giving people first-hand insight into testing sites across the country.
This Twitter Trend Is Helping Support The People Protesting George Floyd’s Murder
A Twitter trend where people “match” donations to the Minnesota Freedom Fund has gone viral, with over 27,000 tweets mentioning the organization as of Thursday afternoon and celebrities like Lin-Manuel Miranda tweeting the link to his 3 million followers.
Naxal involved in Burkapal attack that killed 25 jawans surrenders
nA hardcore Naxalite wanted in connection with multiple killings of security personnel surrendered in Chhattisgarh's insurgency-hit Dantewada district, after being dissatisfied with Maoist ideology, police said on Thursday. Pradeep alias Bheem Kunjam, a resident of Aranpur in the district, who was
Australian jailed for 2007 murder in Bulgaria free to return home
SOFIA: Bulgaria’s highest appeals court on Thursday (May 28) dismissed a request by the former chief prosecutor to review the parole granted to an ...
What Two Things Make Flyers Feel Safest Regarding COVID-19? See J.D. Power 2020 Airline Study
The industry will need to focus on restoring confidence, while continuing to improve on the operational side.
Government announces furlough scheme changes – what you need to know
The Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a series of changes to the Government's furlough scheme today, including workers being able to go back part-time from July. Here's what you need to know
A date is set for the start of the 20-21 season in Spain
Just hours after setting the restart of the 19-20 season for June 11, Javier Tebas, president of LaLiga, said they are already working on the start of the 20-21, which will begin on September 12.
‘Destroy Eggs, Spray Neem Oil’: Maha University Suggests Ways To Tackle Locust Menace
As parts of Maharashtra and other states face attacks from locusts, which destroy crops and vegetation, an agriculture university has suggested a slew of measures like destroying their eggs and spraying neem oil on crops to tackle threat from the migratory pests. Swarms of crop-eating locusts have spread across Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and […]
Active material created out of microscopic spinning particles
Researchers have created a new kind of self-healing active material out of 'microspinners,' which self-assemble under a magnetic field to form a lattice.
Hollywood Reporter Wins National Magazine Award for 'General Excellence'
The awards — also known as the Ellies — are considered among the most prestigious in digital and print journalism.
Govt must come clean on border standoff with China: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday asked the government to come clean on the border standoff with China and tell the country what exactly is happening as its silence is fuelling speculation and uncertainty.
Locust invasion wreaks havoc on Pakistan's crops, orchards
An invasion of locusts has spread across Pakistan, officials said Friday, causing damage to crops and orchards and posing a threat to food security in an impoverished Islamic nation already struggling
Trump vetoes first domestic bill in four years, rejects measure on education loan forgiveness
President Trump has vetoed a domestic policy bill for the first time, rejecting a bipartisan measure that would have barred Education Secretary Betsy DeVos from implementing a new rule determining how
2 floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed after official tests positive for COVID-19: Sources
The director-level officer who attended work on May 28 was found positive for the infection along with his family members, they said.
Trump Says Mail-In Voting Will Make US Elections ‘Total Joke’
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The whole world would view mail-in voting in the United States as laughable if such means of voting is allowed, President Donald Trump told...
Jaya's nephew and niece entitled to her properties: Madras HC
With regard to self acquisitions of Jayalalithaa, the petitioner and the respondent are the legal heirs as per Section 15(1)(d) of the Hindu Succession Act,1956.
The pandemic has tightened Putin's economic grip but spells trouble for the future
The coronavirus has allowed Vladimir Putin to expand the Russian state's involvement in its economy, but it creates some long-term issues.
The pandemic has tightened Putin's economic grip but spells trouble for the future
The coronavirus has allowed Vladimir Putin to expand the Russian state's involvement in its economy, but it creates some long-term issues.
New voters' register: Cards would be given instantly - EC
Eligible persons who turn up for the forthcoming voter registration scheduled to commence at the end of next month would receive their cards instantly, the Electoral Commission (EC) has announced.
PM leaves wriggle room for early move to level 1
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has left the door ajar to move the country into alert level 1 in less than four weeks. But she and health chief...
Covid-19 crisis and India’s next government
The Covid crisis has politicised a new crop of leaders who are young, smart, and committed to the country
US layoffs climb to 41 million despite businesses reopening
WASHINGTON, DC, United States (AP) — An estimated 2.1 million Americans applied for...
Tourists could begin to return to Hawaii by late summer, economic report says | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The latest economic projections from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization suggest it will take at least two years for the mainland economy to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, with tourists beginning to return to Hawaii in late July of this year.
Experts Fear Minneapolis Protests Will Trigger Spike In Coronavirus Cases
With the coronavirus-related death rate rising in the state, Minnesota health officials are greatly concerned that protests will result in a devastating surge of Covid-19 cases and fatalities.
Shortened MLB amateur draft to remain at New Jersey studio
Major League Baseball’s shortened amateur draft will remain at the MLB Network studios in Secaucus, New Jersey, for the first round on June 10.
Christchurch-bred indie-rocker releases new single
Christchurch-bred indie-rock musician Bridges has released the new single and lyric video Weightless Without, her first single from her upcoming...
Asokore Mampong housing project completed, named after Otumfuo
The Affordable Housing project at Asokore Mampong in the Ashanti has been completed and named after the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
CELA report shows impact of pandemic on children, importance of ECEC in the recovery
A new report, delivered by Community Early Learning Australia (CELA) highlights the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children, and the importance of early childhood education and care (ECEC) in the nation’s recovery.
White House decides not to release economic update as election draws near | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> The White House took the unusual step today of deciding not to release an updated economic forecast as planned this year, a fresh sign of the administration’s anxiety about how the coronavirus has ravaged the nation just months before the election.
Trump signs executive order to narrow protections for social media platforms
Move comes amid president’s feud with Twitter after it factchecked him for the first time
Schools in Sindh not to reopen from June 1: Education dept
The steering committee has decided to extend closure of schools until June 1, said an official notification
Pompeo accuses top Democrat of 'hackery' over government watchdog review
WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Thursday accused a leading Senate Democrat of “hackery” for questioning whether Pompeo violated a law restricting officials’ political activities, saying an investigation found no evidence he had done so.
Pharma chiefs say coronavirus vaccine could be ready this year, but challenges 'daunting'
Pharmaceutical company executives say one or several COVID-19 vaccines could begin rolling out before 2021, but warned the challenges would be 'daunting' as it was estimated that 15 billion doses would be needed to halt the pandemic.
Could A Disney World-Based Postseason Benefit The Boston Celtics?
It's looking like that if the NBA season resumes, the NBA will be holding games at Walt Disney World in Orlando. If so, the Boston Celtics could benefit from playing postseason games in a neutral site, providing the league doesn't make bigger changes.
Local reaction to incidents involving African-American men
There is local reaction concerning headlines involving encounters with African American men. In New York a white woman called police on a black man who was bird watching. She accused the man of threatening her when video shows he was not.
24 more test positive for COVID-19 in Assam, total count 880
As many as 24 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in Assam, taking the total number of such cases in the state to 880, Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Of the 24, 11 are from Goalpara, three each from Nalbari and Tinsukia, two from Dibrugarh and one each from Kamrup, Nagaon, Karbi
Valerie Jarrett tips COVID-19 crisis end game as nationwide 'vote-by-mail'
Valerie Jarrett, former White House whisperer in the Barack Obama administration, said on MSNBC that
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The images from around the world that tell the stories of this week.
Q4 GDP data today: Why does the growth number matter to us?
Theoretically, the lockdown impacted the economy only in the last week of March. But, in reality much of the normal course of business had slowed down days before the nationwide lockdown came into effect. This is because people movement declined significantly much before the lockdown.
Woman, 60, crushed dead by vehicle
A 60-year-old woman has died after she was crushed by a private vehicle at Abirem Market junction in the Birirm North District of the Eastern Region.
Italian magistrates target Uber Italia over alleged rider exploitation: sources
Italian magistrates target Uber Italia over alleged rider exploitation: sources
Family Petitions Enugu Governor, IGP Over 70-year-old Woman’s Death
Since she was living alone, nobody saw or heard her shouting. It was after two days that her corpse was discovered.
McConnell Vows The Next Stimulus Bill Will Be The Last One
Another round of stimulus checks, more state aid, and extended unemployment benefits are all on the line.
How Logan man plans to break $17M Lotto win news to his family
Hey Dad, nice new wheels… A Logan man is planning to break the news to his family that he won more than $17 million in last night’s Powerball draw by pulling into his driveway in a flash new car.
Softbank-backed Coupang under scrutiny after S.Korea warehouse virus outbreak
Softbank-backed Coupang under scrutiny after S.Korea warehouse virus outbreak
Black Caps, White Ferns set for Australian matches
Cricket Australia has announced a full schedule for the 2020-21 summer, including matches against the New Zealand men's and women's sides. Although...
Covid-19 crisis: UP sees sense on migrant workers, Maharashtra should too
A shortage of workers in one state or another could result in a spike in wage costs, throwing the economics of manufacturing or construction out of gear.
Abronye DC attacks Mills’ brother over ‘act of drunkenness’ comment
Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), the Bono regional chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has stated that the brother of the late President John Evans Atta-Mills, is someone who always speaks under the influence of alcohol.
Western Australia’s Restaurants, Bars and Pubs Can Serve Up to 100 Patrons From June 6
Galleries, museums, theatres, auditoriums, cinemas and concert venues will also be allowed to reopen as part of the state government's roadmap to easing restrictions.
Ramaphosa on South Africa’s cigarette ban, alcohol sales, and a move to lockdown level 2
South Africa’s level 3 regulations are appropriate for ‘right now’ and the country is already targeting a move to level 2 of the lockdown with fewer restrictions, says president Cyril Ramaphosa.
Suriname leader seeks recount after poll defeat
Suriname's ruling party is calling for a recount of votes in Monday's general election, the party leader and President Desi Bouterse said Thursday, after preliminary results showed the opposition winning.
Exclusive | PE firm ChrysCapital to buy out Capital International's stake in Intas Pharmaceuticals
Capital International wanted to exit the firm because its parent Capital Group is looking to shift focus away from the private equity vertical.
Mama June’s Daughters Anna, 25, & Jessica, 23, Show Off Their Beach Bodies After Plastic Surgery
Mama June's daughters Anna & Jessica are flaunting their body makeovers after getting plastic surgery.
'Jogi's death is an irreparable loss to the state'
'Jogi's death is an irreparable loss to the state'. Leaders across the political spectrum on Friday condoled the demise of Chhattisgarh's first chief minister Ajit Jogi, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailing the IAS officer-turned-politician for striving to bring a positive change in the lives of the poor.
Bole District: Hot rush for Brazilian grown mango that cure sicknesses
The Bole District Chief Farmer Alhaji Abdulai Allahkabo has grown a mango variety called “Pama” on his farm at Bole and there is a rush for the mango he is currently harvesting with people from all walks of life who heard of the mango moving to Bole to buy the mango, said to be medicinal.
Outer Ring Road: Pop-up cycle lanes on ORR?
The Directorate of Urban Land Transport (DULT), which reports to the Urban Development Department of the State Government, is examining the possibility of creating pop-up cycle lane along the Outer Ring Road (ORR) between Central Silk Board and KR Puram.
Asia shares fall as US-China tensions douse rally on Wall St
Shares fell Friday in Asia as investors awaited a news conference about China by President Donald Trump later in the day.
Stocks - US Futures Lower; Consolidating Ahead of Trump Speech
Stocks - US Futures Lower; Consolidating Ahead of Trump Speech
Marine Biologists Discover New Species of Red Alga
A team of marine biologists from China and the United Kingdom has revised the taxonomy of Pyropia, a large genus of red alga (seaweed) in the family Bangiaceae, and described a new species and four new genera.
Declare your coronavirus status to help fight stigmatisation – Maurice Ampaw to MPs
Private legal practitioner, Lawyer Maurice Ampaw has added his voice to the ongoing debate about whether public office holders, particularly members of Parliament must disclose their coronavirus status or otherwise.
New blood test to check for undetected Covid cases
The number of confirmed Covid-19 cases across New Zealand could rise - thanks to a new blood test. This story was first published by RNZ Scientists...
BEST decides not to charge bus ticket fares from migrants
A BEST spokesperson said that the decision was taken as per the directives of the Supreme Court.
KU gets new VC, promises to improve employability of students
The new vice chancellor of Kolhan University Gangadhar Panda has said that he will work to ensure employability of tribal students. On the first day in his office on Thursday, he shared his plans with his colleagues. Governor of Jharkhand Droupadi Murmu who's also the chancellor of universities in
Tracking Covid-19: Govt must add more features to drive Aarogya Setu adoption
Making Aarogya Setu open-source great for building trust, but the govt must add more features to drive adoption
Egypt records 1,127 new coronavirus cases, 29 deaths
Egypt recorded 1,127 new coronavirus, COVID-19 cases, Thursday, raising the total number of confirmed cases since the outbreak in Egypt to 20,793.
Cairns boy dead after alleged scuffle in suburban park
Police say the 12-year-old boy was involved in a physical altercation between two groups in a Cairns suburb when he fell to the ground unconscious.
Reports of shots fired outside the Colorado State Capitol amid protests over death of George Floyd
Peaceful demonstrators and at least one state lawmaker took cover at the Colorado State Capitol building Thursday evening after shots were reportedly fired amid protests over the death of George Floyd.
Ahmedabad BJP chief tests positive; state tally at 15,593
The state overall reported 361 cases on Thursday and 19 died, of which 16 were in Ahmedabad, taking the death toll in the state to 964. The state tally stands at 15,593.
Govt, non-govt offices to reopen from June 8 in Bengal: CM
KOLKATA: As the fourth phase of Covid-19 lockdown draws to a close in India, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday announced that all government and non-government offices will resume their operations from June 8 across the state.Addre
Coronavirus crisis restricts Heysel disaster remembrance
Authorities and fans on Friday marked the 35th anniversary of the Heysel Stadium tragedy where 39 people died during violence at the 1985 European Cup final between Liverpool and Juventus.
Finance Ministry statement on controversial Covid-19 tender
PERMANENT Secretary in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, George Guvamatanga, has been in the eye of a storm amid reports he authored a letter to the Health Ministry pushing for the payment of funds to suppliers of Covid-19 equipment.
27,403 confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa as deaths climb to 577
Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has announced that there are now 27,403 confirmed cases of coronavirus in South Africa.
Latinos increasingly affected by COVID-19 in rural Idaho
New data shows a recent spike in coronavirus cases has hit Latinos in rural Idaho, an already disproportionately affected community that makes up a third of the state's cases where the race is known.
Bombay HC notices on plea over cancellation of airport project award
As per the plea, Multi-modal International Cargo Hub and Airport at Nagpur (MIHAN), a joint venture company between Maharashtra Airport Development Company and Airports Authority of India (AAI), is now planning on issuing fresh tenders for the project.
Midwest Hyperloop Route Could Lead To $300 Billion In Economic Benefits
A feasibility study outlines the potential benefits of a corridor linking Chicago, Columbus and Pittsburgh.
Contacts of infected deputy Aswan governor test negative for coronavirus
Ehab Hanafy told Egypt Today that authorities continue their sterilization campaigns in the governorate’s office after Yehia tested positive for the pandemic.
S&P 500 up in choppy action after Trump comments on China
S&P 500 up in choppy action after Trump comments on China
Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Google Offers Anxiety Assessment
As the COVID-19 pandemic takes an increasing toll on mental health, Google on Thursday launched a new tool to help users who search for information on anxiety.
Lynas forced to defend disclosure on US military funding
Amanda Lacaze-led Lynas knew the US Department of Department process was on hold in April but she did not alert the market until May 22.
Justice Minister: Court sessions will be partially resumed Saturday
In statements to MENA chief editor, he added that this measure will continue for two weeks ahead of resuming all court sessions nationwide.
IIM Shillong professor kills self
SHILLONG: A 34-year-old assistant professor of Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Shillong, hanged himself on Thursday morning.According to police, Dr Arindam Mukhopadhyay, who was originally from Burnpur in West Bengal, joined IIM-Shillong in 201
Zimbabwe Finance Minister threatened to resign from Govt over Mutodi
FOREIGN Affairs and International Trade Minister Sibusiso Busi Moyo confronted President Emmerson Mnangagwa and threatened to hand in his resignation from Cabinet unless loudmouth Energy Mutodi was sacked from Government, a leading weekly publication has revealed.
New Voters Register: Just boycott 2020 general elections – NDC told
In 1992, the NPP and other opposition parties due to suspicions of electoral manipulations and cheating boycotted the parliamentary elections. The paper, ‘stolen verdict’ was written to make a case.
Residents scramble for fuel from accident tanker
There were safety risks around WAMCO junction on the Takoradi to Sekondi road on Wednesday when scores of residents put their lives in danger and besieged an accident scene to draw fuel.
Shanghala employee denies meddling in ACC probe
AN employee of former justice minister Sacky Shanghala and his business partner James Hatuikulipi denied in the Windhoek Magistrate's Court yesterday that he tried to remove potential evidence
Capitals prepare to open MedStar Iceplex when NHL allows training to restart
Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan told reporters Friday that the team has been in contact with government officials about making sure its practice facility in Arlington, Virginia, ca
Sapphire Scent boss Wale Jana's headache - The Nation Nigeria
For cosmopolitan ladies and gentlemen within the Lagos and Abuja social radar, Sapphire Scents owned by upwardly mobile socialite, Adewale Adejana...
Over 1,200 Coronavirus Deaths In US In Last 24 Hours: Report
The United States recorded 1,297 coronavirus deaths on Thursday, bringing its total to 101,573 since the global pandemic began, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University.
16 deaths in city, all from East Ahmedabad
247 new cases of Covid-19 reported in 24 hours, taking tally to 11,344 in the district; number of cases in Guj touches 15,572
Union tourism minister meets online travel agents, discusses post-lockdown protocols
Union Tourism Minister Prahlad Patel met a delegation of leading online travel agents (OTAs) of the country to discuss calibrated opening of hotels and accommodation units.
A PIL to shorten the road to medical care
Filed before the HC, the PIL raises the issue of massive shortage of ambulances; patients resorting to private players as city has only 93 BMC ambulances
We thought too big, Renault says as it axes 15,000 jobs in cost-cutting reboot
We thought too big, Renault says as it axes 15,000 jobs in cost-cutting reboot
Police: Woman killed after charging officer with knife
A woman armed with a butcher knife was fatally shot Friday after charging police officers outside a Florida government building, authorities said.
Allow EC to work according to the laws – Kabila charges
The Acting General Secretary of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), Mr James Kwabena Bomfeh, has stated that political parties, the media and other individuals should allow the Electoral Commission to exercise their mandate without intimidation.
Pandemic's hit to Japan's factory, retail sectors deeper than expected
TOKYO — Japan’s April factory output fell at a much faster-than-expected pace and retail sales tumbled the most in more than two decades as a coronavirus-triggered state of emergency dealt a heavy blow to the economy.
French carmaker Renault to cut 15,000 jobs worldwide
French carmaker Renault said Friday it will cut 15,000 jobs worldwide as part of a 2 billion-euro ($2.2 billion) cost-cutting plan, as a brutal drop in industry sales during the pandemic worsened the
Man arrested for allegedly stabbing to death galamseyer
The police at Ntortroso in the Ahafo Region, yesterday arrested a watchdog committee member, for allegedly stabbing to death, a 48-year-old man, for engaging in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey,.
First Solar Stock Set To Surge To Pre-Covid Peak Of $57?
Comparing the trend in First Solar stockover recent months with its performance during and after the Great Recession of 2008, we believe that the stock can potentially gain around 20% once fears surrounding the coronavirus outbreak subside, to touch pre-crisis highs of around $57...
Wizards resume workouts in D.C. practice facility for first time since pandemic
The Washington Wizards on Friday held their first individual, voluntary workouts at MedStar Wizards Performance Center since the NBA season was suspended.
US major airlines roll out more options to avoid staff layoffs
The top three U.S. airlines, hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, are rolling out fresh programs to induce tens of thousands of employees to ...
With 'Main Street' in view, Fed weighs risks of job, productivity shocks
With 'Main Street' in view, Fed weighs risks of job, productivity shocks
COVID-19 pandemic: US consumer spending tumble in April
The Commerce Department said on Friday consumer spending, which accounts for more than two-thirds of U.S. economic activity, plunged 13.6 percent last month.
Schoolgirl allegedly abducted, sexually assaulted
Police are investigating an incident in which an Auckland schoolgirl was allegedly abducted and sexually assaulted, before being released four...
Nine new COVID-19 cases in Himachal Pradesh, tally 291
Nine more people tested positive for COVID-19 in Himachal Pradesh on Friday, taking the number of coronavirus cases in the state to 291, officials said. Of the fresh cases, five were reported from Hamirpur and four from Kangra, they said, adding that all of them had recently returned from other
$3.3bn revenue from Year of Return cannot be true - Ablakwa challenges Tourism Minister
A claim by Tourism Minister, Barbara Oteng-Gyasi, that the Year of Return campaign introduced by government boosted tourism receipts by $3.3 billion in 2019 has been contested.
Atletico Ottawa unveils jersey, adding a dash of blue to familiar red and white
OTTAWA — Atletico Ottawa unveiled its home jersey on Thursday, adding a Maple Leaf to the traditional red-and-white colours of its Atletico Madrid parent club.
Nigerian among cyber cons arrested for duping bizman
Three men duped him ofRs 15.81 lakh via an email purportedly sent by a supplier
Sonu Sood airlifts Odisha migrants from Kerala
Sonu Sood airlifts Odisha migrants from Kerala. The group, comprising on 147 women and 20 men, were airlifted by an Air Asia chartered flight from Kochi to the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar.
BBC appoint former head of global news to review impartiality policy online in wake of Emily Maitlis rant on Dominic Cummings
Richard Sambrook, a former director of BBC global news, will be tasked with assessing whether the corporation's social media accounts are going against its impartiality policy.
7 protesters shot in Kentucky amid protests for George Floyd and Breonna Taylor
Police say none of the shots came from police.
Western Kentucky University says tuition rates won't change
Western Kentucky University doesn't plan to change tuition rates for the first time in 40 years, officials said.
No place for Hales or Plunkett as England name 55-man training group
LONDON - Alex Hales and World Cup-winner Liam Plunkett were both left out of a mammoth 55-man England training group announced Friday.
15 Of The Best Films On TV Tonight
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Teenager launches food delivery business
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What Could Go Wrong: FinTech Vs. Healthcare Covid-19 Crisis Innovation Series
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Dollar in narrow range as focus shifts to Trump's China response
Dollar in narrow range as focus shifts to Trump's China response
Coronavirus protest concert blocked by Utah judge
A Utah judge blocked a concert protesting coronavirus restrictions Friday, siding with county health officials who said the event expected to attract thousands of people could worsen the pandemic.
Lawsuit seeks early, easier voting during COVID-19 pandemic
A lawsuit is seeking to ease Alabama’s restrictions on absentee ballots and in-person voting during the COVID-19 pandemic, including to allow early voting as a way of mitigating transmission risk at t
OnePlus is disabling the Photochrome mode on the 8 Pro globally
Initially, it said that this would only affect Hydrogen OS and phones in China. Now, an Oxygen OS update is rolling out globally to disable the feature.
Dow Jones Futures: Trump China News May Not Break Coronavirus Stock Market Rally; Renault, Twitter In Focus
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, appears poised to sign measures against China that would spur tensions further. He wants to punish Chinese officials
Seaga remembered on his 90th birthday
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New online hub to help regional Aussies 'make the most' of what tech is available | ZDNet
A tender for the online hub has been published, 18 months after the recommendation was made.
KSI outperforms The 1975 to debut at Number 1 on the Official Irish Albums Chart with Dissimulation
BTS member Agust D and US rapper Gunna also score new entries this week.
Rwandan genocide bankroller Kabuga to be tried in Arusha -Judge
The alleged financier of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, arrested this month in France after 25 years on the run, will be transferred to the war crimes tribunal in Arusha, Tanzania, once conditions allow
Rice sowing not progressed much after April 10: Agriculture Ministry data
It may be noted that sowing of rice and other kharif crops is being undertaken amid the COVID-19 lockdown. Although farm activities are exempted from lockdown rules, the reasons are not known yet for slow area coverage under rice.
Welshman opens up about Justin Marshall rivalry
Former Wales halfback Mike Phillips has lifted the lid on his fierce rivalry with All Blacks and Crusaders great Justin Marshall.
27,403 cases of COVID-19 in South Africa
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has announced that South Africa has recorded a total of 27,403 COVID-19 cases as of 28 May 2020.
Social-media man who instigated attack against President granted bail
Bless Amedegbe, the man who instigated the public on social media to burn the house of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and also kill police officers enforcing COVID-19 measures has been granted bail in the sum of GHC100,000, with two sureties.
Tripura man’s online chess tournament goes global
The Lockdown online International Chess Tournament, which was launched by a chess enthusiast from Tripura, has gained popularity worldwide with 29 foreign countries participating in the contest.
How did he get it? Fear after death of Aust's youngest Covid victim
Driveways in a small Queensland town have been lit up to honour a man who died with coronavirus, as authorities try to work out how the virus...
West Virginia governor moves to allow youth sports with fans
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice on Friday said he will allow youth sports to resume games with spectators in the stands this summer as he moves to continue lifting coronavirus restrictions.
GST Council to meet next month; FinMin not for raising rates on non-essential items
The nationwide lockdown was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 24 for 21 days in the first leg in a bid to contain the spread of novel coronavirus.
Analysis: Onside kicks versus fourth-and-15s
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French carmaker Renault announces 15,000 job cuts worldwide
Struggling French carmaker Renault on Friday announced 15,000 job cuts worldwide as part of a 2 billion-euro cost-cutting plan over three years. Renault said on Friday that nearly 4,600 jobs will be cut in France in addition to more than 10,000 in the rest of the world. The group's global
Explainer: How important is Hong Kong to China as a free finance hub?
Explainer: How important is Hong Kong to China as a free finance hub?
Christian leaders won’t push government to reopen churches – Rev. Dr Boafo
The Most Reverend Dr Paul Kwabena Boafo, Chairman of the Christian Council of Ghana, says the ecumenical bodies will not rush the government to lift the ban on in-person church services.
$120,000 from council to help restrengthening of Sacred Heart Cathedral
News from Wellington City Council Wellington’s Mayor and Councillors voted unanimously this week to contribute an urgent $120,000 grant towards the strengthening of the Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral in Hill Street, Thorndon.
Codes vying for use of University Oval
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Wontumi wades into Mills’ death saga, calls Mahama a 'political killer'
The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, aka Chairman Wontumi, has added his voice to those that are calling for a probe into the death of former President John Evans Atta Mills.
Samsung Galaxy A71s 5G UW is headed to Verizon
The name has been revealed through a regulatory filing.
Today in 2013: I never rigged the 2012 elections – Mahama
John Dramani Mahama during his time as Ghana’s president in 2013 refused to accept the tag that his party rigged the 2012 General elections that saw the opposition NPP challenging the results at the Supreme Court.
Lufthansa adds long-haul routes from Frankfurt and Munich
Newly announced destinations include Frankfurt to Cairo, Beijing, Shanghai and San Jose, and Munich to San Francisco, Delhi…
Karnataka govt relaxes norms to claim relief package
The government relaxed norms to claim one-time relief for artisans, barbers, auto and taxi drivers here Thursday. The Cabinet decision was after complaints of inconvenience caused to the
Growing evidence that minority ethnic groups in England may be at higher risk of COVID-19
Evidence available to date suggests that minority ethnic groups in England, particularly black and south Asian people, may be at increased risk of testing positive for Covid-19, compared to people from white British backgrounds, according to a new study.
Justin Theroux’s War With His Neighbor Continues – He Called 911 After Recording Him Allegedly Threatening His Wife
Actor Justin Theroux has been at war with his neighbor for three years now, TMZ reported. Justin is now claiming that he has a recording of his
White House punts economic update as election draws near
The White House has taken the unusual step of deciding not to release an updated economic forecast as planned this year, a fresh sign of the administration's anxiety about how the coronavirus has rava
Florida governor asks court to stay felon voting ruling
Florida governor asks court to stay felon voting ruling
Will Hotels Win Back Customers By Cleaning Up Their Act (Literally)?
Hotels have seen their business slowed to a near stop and now they are working to stress cleanliness in a bid to get consumers checking in again.
First Latina US senator withdraws name from Biden's running mate list
LOS ANGELES, May 29 — Democrat Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada, the first Latina elected to the US Senate, said yesterday she is not interested in being Joe Biden's running mate in November's presidential election. “I support Joe Biden 100 per cent and will work tirelessly to help get him...
More than 400 in Las Vegas protest George Floyd's death
More than 400 people were demonstrating on the Las Vegas Strip Friday afternoon calling for policing reforms following the death this week of a black man killed by a white Minneapolis police officer.
How Kibra has fueled surge of Covid-19 cases as 147 more test positive
Spike in cases in Kibra and Langata linked to lack of social distancing and heavy use of public transport.
US joins G7 artificial intelligence group to counter China
The US has joined an international panel for setting ethical guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence.
Police precinct in flames in US protest over death of black man
A police precinct in Minnesota went up in flames late Thursday in a third day of demonstrations as the so-called Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul seethed over the shocking police killing of a
Officials cite mistakes as CDC removes coronavirus guidance
U.S. health officials removed some coronavirus reopening tips for religious organizations only hours after posting them late last week, deleting guidance that discouraged choir gatherings and the use
WHO Foundation launched to support critical health needs
Geneva : The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the creation of the WHO Foundation, an independent grant-making entity that will support the organization's efforts to address the most pressing global health challenges.WHO Director-General
Boston Marathon cancelled for 1st time in 124-year history
BOSTON - Organizers cancelled the Boston Marathon on Thursday for the first time in its history, bowing to the social distancing requirements of the coronav
Boris Johnson had little choice but to back Dominic Cummings
The controversy over Boris Johnson’s aide exposes the government’s basic design flaw
Cops to hunt out authors of inflammatory letter
SHILLONG: Urban Affairs Minister Hamlet Dohling said that he has spoken to the police in the Special Branch to conduct an investigation into an inflammatory letter written by a couple of persons from outside the state who made indecent comments again
NBN to get 250Mbps on entire HFC network by June 2021, only 7% can get 750Mbps | ZDNet
New wholesale pricing structure leaves cable users guessing.
Seeking kindness after a 'Terrace House' tragedy
The death of 'Terrace House' star Hana Kimura gives new impetus to discussions about cyberbullying.
Only 4 Shramik trains took over 72 hrs to reach: Railways
Only 4 Shramik trains took over 72 hrs to reach: Railways. The clarifications came amid criticism over delays that the migrant trains were getting 'lost' before reaching their destinations. Till May 28, Yadav said, 3,840 Shramik Specials operated ferrying a total of 52 lakh passengers.
Lawrence Weekly to host town hall on small businesses reopening
Clark County Commissioner Lawrence Weekly on Monday is hosting a Facebook town hall to answer questions that businesses might have as they set to reopen.
Thousands rally in Houston to protest George Floyd's death
In Houston, the city where George Floyd grew up, several thousand people shut down a downtown freeway Friday as they marched after a rally to protest his death while in police custody in Minneapolis.
PM Modi not in ‘good mood’ over border row with China, says Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump had earlier offered to mediate between India and China
Parents settle lawsuit over disabled son's forced baptism
The parents of a disabled Ohio teen have settled a lawsuit against a church and others over what they said was the boy's forced baptism at a picnic in 2016, the parents' attorneys said.
BT Sport offers 50% bill credit for June as Premier League announces return
BT Sport customers will be able to get a 50% bill credit on their subscriptions next month, with Premier League football now set to return on 17 June
Violent protests in Minneapolis over police killing of black man
Fires continued to burn and one person was dead in Minneapolis of angry protests over the police killing of an African American man while in custody.
Asia Today: S Korea has another 39 cases linked to warehouse
South Korea on Saturday reported 39 new cases of the coronavirus, most of them in the densely populated Seoul area where officials have linked scores of infections to warehouse workers.
More than 38k docs volunteer to join fight against COVID-19
More than 38k docs volunteer to join fight against COVID-19. '38,162 volunteer doctors, including retired government, Armed Forces Medical Services, public sector undertaking or private doctors have signed up with the government to battle COVID-19 pandemic'
Outriders gets extended gameplay video, and won't have microtransactions
Classes, loot, World Tiers and more.
How did he get it? Fear after death of Aust's youngest Covid victim
Driveways in a small Queensland town have been lit up to honour a man who died with coronavirus, as authorities try to work out how the virus...
In Poland, key automotive industry has been hit most by crisis
Poland has a traditionally developed automotive sector, which normally is a driving force for the country’s industry and exports. This spring, however, passenger car production has dropped by 99% on an annual basis in Poland, according to the Polish Central Statistical Office, DW reports.
Protests Erupt Across The Country As Minneapolis Police Precinct Burns
President Trump threatened to send in the military and shoot protestors in Minneapolis, declaring, “When the looting starts, the shooting starts.”
Life and death in lockdown: Pictures from around India
Restrictions confining people to their homes entered the 66 day on Friday as the number of coronavirus cases steadily increases.
Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says
The 2005 law gives the country the legal basis for military action against Taiwan if it secedes or seems about to, making the narrow Taiwan Strait a potential military flashpoint.
Power Five leagues ask Congress for athlete compensation law
The Power Five conference commissioners are asking Congress to move forward with federal legislation regarding compensation for college athletes.
Judge rules against news agencies over nursing home stats
The state of Arizona doesn’t have to publicly reveal the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths among residents of nursing homes, long-term facilities and retirement homes, a state judge ruled on Friday.
The OnePlus and McLaren partnership is officially over
McLaren confirmed that its short but sweet collaboration with the phone maker has ended as originally planned.
Greece Will Welcome Tourists Back, But Not Americans
Visitors from nearly 30 countries can travel to Greece as early as June 15
Baffert's horses in new doping cases
Two horses trained by US racing legend Bob Baffert have failed drug tests at a recent meeting in Arkansas. The two horses, including highly rated Kentucky Derby contender Charlatan, tested positive at the Oaklawn Park meeting on May 2. The meeting is a qualifying...
Coronavirus: Gov’t urged to roll out ICT programmes to address job losses
Youth Rise International, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on poverty eradication through education and decent work has called on the Government to as a matter of urgency roll out a national ICT for Work programme for the youth.
George Floyd: President Trump Threatens To Send Military Against Protesters As Minneapolis Police Precinct Set Ablaze
The angry protesters continued the overnight protest for the third night setting fire on the Minneapolis third precinct as officers were forced to flee.
Zitto Kabwe sentenced to serve one-year ban not writing seditious statements
The Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s court has on Friday May 29, found Kigoma Urban Member of Parliament and leader of opposition Party ACT Wazalendo Zitto Kabwe guilty on all the three counts of
WACA left fuming after India Test snub
Perth: Western Australian Cricket Association (WACA) chairman Tuck Waldron expressed his displeasure after the stadium in Perth was overlooked for hosting a Test against India later this year.The four Tests of the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Tro
Poo trucks all night, then repairs all day, after sewage pipe bursts
Wellington.Scoop The council-owned Wellington Water company worked all day today to repair the sewage pipe that burst in Victoria Street in the CBD last night.
Trump Says Will Revoke Hong Kong Special Status, Reviews China NYSE Listings
A new day for Hong Kong. The breakup begins now.
Formula E Race at Home Challenge Brooklyn Street Circuit track guide
The Brooklyn Street Circuit that plays host to the New York E-Prix will make its virtual debut in the Formula E Race at Home Challenge Esports competition this weekend
Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing
Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing
Rana Daggubati recounts his experience as a newbie on the sets of Telugu film Leader and Bollywood debut Dum Maaro Dum
Baahubali actor Rana Daggubati talks about his experience as a newbie on the sets of Telugu film Leader in 2010 and Bollywood film Dum Maaro Dum in 2011.
Registration Exercise: Be on the alert for recalcitrants - John Boadu tells security agencies
General Secretary of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu has asked the various security agencies to be on high alert for the compilation of the new voters’ register.
Henry Cavill Likely To Don Cape Again As Superman
Superman is set to return, with actor Henry Cavill in talks to revive his version of the iconic superhero.
Coronavirus: HSA says 800 workplace inspections carried out since May 18th
Authority claims ‘high level of compliance’ is part of the return-to-work safety protocol in meat plants
Home Guard killed, two others injured
SHILLONG: A home guard was killed and two others were injured when a vehicle, while avoiding checking by the police, rammed into a checkpoint in West Jaintia Hills on Wednesday night.West Jaintia Hills SP, Lakador Syiem said in a statement that aroun
Coronavirus: Tebas wants 2020-21 to start on September 12 as LaLiga chief warns of €700m losses
LaLiga president Javier Tebas wants the 2020-21 season to start on September 12 and has warned clubs...
U. of Virginia announces in-person classes set for August
The University of Virginia announced Thursday that its campus will reopen for some in-person classes in August, with the face-to-face instruction ending by Thanksgiving.
Cuomo: New York City Can Begin Reopening On June 8
New York's daily death toll declined to its lowest level yet.
Ghanaian landlords threatening health workers with ejection over virus fears
Landlords at New Edubiase in the Adansi South District are threatening to eject health workers from their houses for fear of being infected with the deadly Coronavirus.
Rawlings wades into ‘murder’ of George Floyd
Former President Jerry John Rawlings has expressed disappointment in America and its citizens for what he describes as atrocities against black citizens in the United States.
Protesters Take Over and Set Fire to Minneapolis Police Precinct Over George Floyd Death
Protestors reportedly took control of the Minneapolis Police Department's (MPD) 3rd Precinct late Thursday night in apparent retribution over the death of George Floyd earlier this week.
Exclusive: White House kept FDA in the dark on Russian ventilators for New York and New Jersey
Exclusive: White House kept FDA in the dark on Russian ventilators for New York and New Jersey
A very special flight from Ladakh
A very special flight from Ladakh. At a time when finding out who is paying for labourers' train tickets is a task for Sherlock Holmes, Hemant Soren's Jharkhand government has flown in stranded workers from Ladakh, and is probably the only state that has tried to give 'migrant workers' a modicum of respect, observes Debashish Chatterjee.
Xiaomi Mi 10 5G gets virtual-reality hands-on experience as well
After providing customers a Mi 10 Youth VR experience, Xiaomi is now doing the same with the its flagship - Xiaomi Mi 10.
Coronavirus: Universities plan to limit student access to campuses
Third-level institutions preparing for hybrid online and in-person approach
Judge Asked to Halt Salmon Fishing in Alaska
(CN) — A Seattle judge should shut down a southeast Alaska Chinook salmon fishery on July 1, attorneys argued Thursday,
Coronavirus | 15,572 cases, 960 deaths in Gujarat
State briefs High Court about remedial measures taken to combat the pandemic
Van Jones: Forget the KKK, it's the 'white, liberal Hillary Clinton supporter' we should worry about
CNN's Van Jones said Friday it's not the Ku Klux Klan members who wear racism on their sleeves but the white liberals who pretend they're not racist who pose the real threat to black Americans.
Trump Calls For Revoke Of Section 230 After Twitter Flags His Minneapolis Tweet For ‘Glorifying Violence’
Twitter flagged the tweet for glorifying violence after the President of the United States posted “when the looting starts, the shooting starts,” following a third night of violent protests over the death of George Floyd.
Parktown Boys' High principal back at work as GDE wraps up Enock Mpianzi probe
Malcolm Williams was suspended by Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi in January as part of the process to investigate the tragic death of 13-year-old Enock Mpianzi at the beginning of the year.
India sidesteps Trump mediation offer over China border showdown
“We are engaged with the Chinese side to peacefully resolve this issue,” External Affairs Ministry spokesman says.
Supercross returns to racing this weekend in Utah
Supercross followed other sports around the world in shutting down during the coronavirus pandemic.
Washington DC starts to reopen, but not everyone is ready
The nation's capital began its phased-in reopening Friday in fits and starts, with not everyone ready for even a limited return to pre-pandemic normality after a three-month-old stay-at-home order was
'Make Europe Great Again' recovery fund to reverse euro's fortunes: BofA
'Make Europe Great Again' recovery fund to reverse euro's fortunes: BofA
China rejects Trump's mediation offer in standoff with India
China rejects Trump's mediation offer in standoff with India. 'We are capable of properly resolving the issues between us through dialogue and consultation. We do not need the intervention of the third party', he said.
NPSC says parents taking advantage of COVID-19 helplines
CHIEF executive officer of the National Parenting Support Commission (NPSC), Kaysia Kerr,...
Parliament must shut down over coronavirus cases - Sam George
Amidst speculations that some Members and Staff of Parliament have tested positive for Covid-19, Mr Samuel Nartey George, MP for Ningo-Prampram, is calling for a two-week shut-down, and fumigation of Parliament.
Google launches Plus Codes for Maps
Google has announced its Plus Codes feature is now available in Google Maps for Android.
84 new cases take Indore COVID-19 tally to 3,344; 4 more die
With 84 more persons found infected with coronavirus in Indore district of Madhya Pradeh, the tally went up to 3,344 on Friday, while four patients succumbed to the disease, officials said. The fresh cases in Indore, one of the worst affected districts by the pandemic in the country, were reported
Rights group seeks clarity on use of geofencing
HUMAN rights watchdog group Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) is seeking further clarity on the...
O'Neills Shorts Feature In The Daily Mail's 'Fashion Finder' Thanks To You Know Who
After all the abuse we've gotten it turns out the men of Ireland have actually always been ahead of the curve when it comes to fashion. The world is finally starting t...
BREAKING: FG to pay unemployed youths N20,000 to maintain public infrastructure
The Federal government has agreed to pay the sum of twenty thousand naira, (20,000), to unemployed youths, for three months, to maintain public and social infrastructures in the country, Minister of State for Labour and
Coronavirus: Seville derby to relaunch LaLiga season on June 11
LaLiga will return with the derby between Sevilla and Real Betis on Thursday, June 11, it has been c...
‘Seed scam’ in Punjab: Harsimrat writes to Union Agriculture minister, seeks probe by central team
Harsimrat Kaur Badal wrote to Tomar alleging that a massive seed scam had been detected in Punjab, which besides affecting the livelihood of farmers in the neighbouring states, could also have a pan-India ramification.
Virtual Congress: House Financial Service Committee Fintech Task Force Schedules Meeting on Inclusive Banking
The House Financial Services Committee has posted its list of hearings for the month of June. The Committee like other Congressional committees has mi
Sharks' Evander Kane asks top athletes to speak out following George Floyd's death
The San Jose winger appeared on ESPN's 'First Take' to express his outrage over the incident.
MLB teams release hundreds of players with minor league season doubtful
Major league teams have released hundreds of young players with the minor league season in doubt due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Ice Cube Posts Cartoon of Black Figure Stomping White Figure
Rapper and actor Ice Cube has posted a cartoon on Twitter showing a black figure stomping on a white figure in what appears to be the rapper's latest reaction to the death of George Floyd and the riots that have ensued.
Haryana on alert to tackle locust attack
Tractor-mounted sprayers are being activated and a response team has been constituted.
Brian Flores Calls Out People With Loud Opinions on Colin Kaepernick, But Silent On George Floyd
Dolphins coach Brian Flores has become the first NFL coach to speak out publicly on the murder of George Floyd.…
Senate won't sit again until June 16
The Senate is staying closed for two more weeks, not planning to sit again until June 16.
Ding dong... treat! Chicago area neighbors bring back prank with a positive twist
A new version of ding dong ditch, where you leave gifts for families, is bringing neighbors together in Elgin and South Elgin, Illinois.
Love Island's Demi Jones and Luke Mabbott 'split' after three months apart
Love Island couple Demi Jones and Luke Mabbott have reportedly split after the coronvairus lockdown tore them apart
Fresh blow for Boris Johnson as Tory lead over Labour narrows after Cummings row
EXCLUSIVE: The survey, carried out in the aftermath of his chief aide's press conference, shows the Conservative lead is down to just five points
George Floyd’s uncle denounces Minneapolis riots as response to killing
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -— The uncle of a black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis said he will be attending a peaceful demonstration in Rapid City this weekend, but that he doesn’t
France's Louvre Plans to Reopen on 6 July as Lockdown Eases
PARIS (Sputnik) - The Louvre, one of France's most famous museums, which closed on 13 March due to the coronavirus pandemic, is planning to reopen on 6 July, the museum...
Students decry tuition hikes as COVID-19 pandemic increases financial strain
TORONTO - Some Canadian universities are raising tuition fees for the new school year much to the consternation of students, who argue their costs should be
Hillary Clinton Supporters Are A Bigger Threat To African Americans Than KKK, CNN Commentator Says
In the wake of the Thursday riots over the death of George Floyd, CNN commentator Van Jones expressed his belief that Hillary Clinton supporters are a more significant threat to African Americans ...
'Am I next?' Tennis star Gauff joins chorus of protest after Minneapolis death
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Teenage tennis phenomenon Coco Gauff released a video protesting killings of African-Americans in the United States on Friday, joining a chorus of outrage across the country that followed the death of an unarmed black man in Minneapolis.
Elon Musk vs. Bay Area officials: These emails show what happened behind the scenes in the Tesla factory fight
Emails detail what took place as Musk took public his fight with Bay Area officials and threatened first to reopen the factory without permission and then to...
Nebraska DB Henry Gray Enters Transfer Portal Prior To First Season
Nebraska defensive back Henry Gray has entered the transfer portal without even appearing in a single game for the program.
Lehigh Valley weather: Evening, overnight thunderstorms may be severe
The Lehigh Valley is included in a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. Friday, the National Weather Service said.
Remembering Yogesh: An ace lyricist who became an inseparable part of Hindi cinema
Veteran lyricist Yogesh, who was an integral part of the Hindi film industry in the 1970s, passed away on Friday at the age of 77 and this left countless fans heartbroken. A legend in his own right,
Liverpool buildings turning purple to remember George Floyd
The city's mayor made the statement after continued unrest in the United States
Charter Communications' EBITDA Margin Should Continue To Expand In 2020
Charter Communications is the second largest cable operator in the United States. The company should be able to continue to grow its cable Internet business tha
Atlanta Residents Protest in Honor of George Floyd, Set Police Car on Fire
Protests continue to engulf the streets of American cities as the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police serves as a rallying cry for longsta...
Aldon Smith opens up about what inspired him to seek recovery from addictiont
It’s been nearly five years since Aldon Smith last played in the NFL, but the Cowboys took a flyer on the pass rusher, and if he’s cleared, he could take the field again this season. It…
Donald Trump fans the flames of hate as police officer charged with George Floyd's murder
Donald Trump has been accused of fanning the flames after protesters torched a police HQ in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Derek Chauvin, 44, has been charged with third degree murder and manslaughter
Supreme Court rejects challenge to limits on church services
WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court on Friday rejected an emergency appeal by a California church that challenged state limits on attendance at worship services that have been imposed...
OPEC delivers three quarters of record oil cut in May: survey
OPEC oil output hit the lowest in two decades in May as Saudi Arabia and other members started to deliver a record supply cut, a Reuters survey ...
VVIP choppers case: ED attaches Rs 385 crore asset of middleman Rajiv Saxena
The ED had contended before the HC that Saxena withheld information very strategically and has not disclosed full and true facts which were within his knowledge, relating to the commission of the offence. The matter is expected to be heard next on June 3.
Trump speaks to George Floyd’s family, calls on DOJ to expedite probe
President Trump on Friday said he spoke with members of George Floyd’s family — and called on the Justice Department to expedite its investigation into his death. “Our nation’s
Owner of Minneapolis eatery damaged in George Floyd protests: ‘Let my building burn’
The owner of a local Minneapolis restaurant that caught fire during protests over the death of George Floyd doesn’t care about the damage so long as justice is served, his daughter said
What Happened When This Guy Ran 1 Mile a Day for 30 Days
Fitness YouTuber Chase Barron set a goal for himself in 2020: to crush 12, 30-day fitness challenges. He's already done yoga for 30 days , cranked out 100 burpees for 30 days , upped the ante to 200 burpees for 30 days , and walked 10,000 steps for 30 days . For his latest fitness challenge, he decided to run 1 mile every day for 30 days.
How the modeling industry will stay safe when photography studios reopen: experts
Just like how production on TV and movie sets shut down as the coronavirus outbreak spread across the country, photography studios were closed and photoshoots were put on hold as well.
Trump Admin Edits CDC Guidance That Suggested Limiting Choirs At Church Services
The Trump administration edited the CDC’s public “Interim Guidance for Communities of Faith” to remove advice about choirs and the...
Employer must submit paperwork before woman can get unemployment benefits
Some workers who filed unemployment claims are waiting on their employers to fill out necessary paperwork before they can get benefits.
Transcripts of Michael Flynn’s calls with Russian ambassador released
The content of four phone calls and one voicemail between Flynn and Kislyak were released, documenting conversations during the Trump presidential transition, including about sanctions.
Judge Napolitano says officer charged in Floyd's death should be charged with second-degree murder
Fox News senior judicial analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano reacted Friday to Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin being charged with 3rd degree murder and manslaughter over the death of George Floyd as riots ravage the city and protests continue.
Only God can determine my political future - Ekweremadu
Former Deputy Senate president, Ike Ekweremadu, has said that it is only God that will determine his political future ahead of 2023.Ekweremadu...
Uber launches hourly ride booking option in some US cities
Uber Technologies Inc on Friday said it would offer rides by the hour in some U.S. cities, a feature aimed at helping Americans with essential ...
Police need more than an unverified tip to avoid drug-case entrapment: top court
OTTAWA — An unsubstantiated tip that someone is dealing drugs from a phone number doesn't amount to reasonable suspicion of criminal activity, the Supreme Court of Canada has ruled.
NDDC: Niger Delta group condemns HURIWA’s comment on National Assembly
A Niger Delta group has condemned the statement by Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria calling for the suspension of the probe of the interim management committee of the Niger Delta Development Commission by the National Assembly. HURIWA said instead of the National Assembly, a “high profile judicial commission of inquiry” should be entrusted with […]
Are Samsung phones exploding AGAIN? Samsung user shares footage of his Galaxy A20e in pieces after it burst into flames just four years after the Note 7 handsets randomly combusted
Kenji Yanase shared a video of a charred Samsung Galaxy A20e claiming it began sparking 'like fireworks' and burst into flames. The event echoes similarities to the 2016 Note 7 fiasco.
AfDB Allegations: Former presidents of African countries rally support for Adesina
Mr Adesina is currently battling 16 allegations levelled against him by a group. He has maintained he is innocent.........
Bill Belichick-Jets dynasty that wasn’t came down to ‘control’
In a weeklong series, The Post is looking at alternate realities in New York sports. We are examining “what if” scenarios for our teams, reversals of fortune that would have radically changed not
AfDB: African leaders rally support for Adesina
No fewer than 15 former African Presidents on Friday rallied support for President of African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina, lauding him
No logic in US cutting ties with WHO, British expert says
President Trump said Chinese officials had ‘ignored’ their reporting obligations to the WHO.
The Universal Horror Revival Continues with ‘Wolfman’ Starring Ryan Gosling
Ryan Gosling is ready to bark at the moon in Universal's Wolfman reboot.
LG Velvet Europe release set for June 2020 with the US to follow closely behind
The LG Velvet Europe release is imminent with the US to follow close behind if reports are to be believed.
Trump says he will revoke Hong Kong’s special trade status
In a rebuke to China and its encroachment on Hong Kong, Trump could dramatically change the relationship with the territory.
Schumer slams Trump's Rose Garden briefing on China as 'pathetic'
Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer (N.Y.) ripped President Trump’s Rose Garden briefing Friday as “pathetic” after the president only discussed U.S.
Exclusive: White House kept FDA in the dark on Russian ventilators for New York and New Jersey
(Reuters) - When U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to accept a shipment of ventilators from Russian President Vladimir Putin at the height of the coronavirus outbreak, the White House did not alert the FDA as it headed to New York and New Jersey, Reuters has learned.
Police need more than an unverified tip to avoid drug-case entrapment: top court
OTTAWA - An unsubstantiated tip that someone is dealing drugs from a phone number doesn't amount to reasonable suspicion of criminal activity, the Supreme C
Seattle protesters break windows, clash with police in rallies sparked by death of George Floyd
The group gathered in downtown Seattle to protest the death of George Floyd during a confrontation with Minneapolis police on Monday.
Walmart Telling Photo Lab Employees NOT to Ask for Proof of Copyright
Walmart’s Photo Centers might not seem like a major avenue for copyright infringement or photo theft. But PetaPixel has been made aware of an alleged policy change that makes it far easier for bad actors to use and print professional photos without permission.
U.S. cuts WHO ties over virus; takes action over Hong Kong
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Friday he would withdraw funding from the World Health Organization, end Hong Kong’s special trade status and suspend visas of Chinese graduate students suspected of conducting research on behalf of their government — escalating tensions with China that have surged during the coronavirus pandemic. Trump…
On banks of Danube, Hungary and South Korea mourn victims of boat accident
Officials from Hungary and South Korea held a minute's silence and threw white flowers onto the waters of the Danube on Friday, marking the first ...
Luminaries Lost: A look at some of the artists lost to virus
A comedian whose faces made generations laugh. The cinematographer behind E.T’s glowing finger and moonlight flight. A jazz guitarist of legendary poise and
A community's fecal matter could give early warning of COVID-19 outbreaks, study finds
By studying sewage at a New Haven wastewater treatment facility, a team of Yale researchers has determined that genetic code embedded in feces could be used as an early warning sign of COVID-19 outbreaks.
Love Island's Demi Jones and Luke Mabbott 'split' after three months apart
Love Island couple Demi Jones and Luke Mabbott have reportedly split after the coronvairus lockdown tore them apart
People urged to keep track of who they meet over bank holiday weekend
The information will help with contact tracing if a Covid-19 infection is later detected, officials said.
Need to scale down domestic flights to contain Covid-19: Punjab health minister
Presiding over the review meeting of health department, Sidhu said that most of cases reported in Punjab are having the travelling history from other states and countries so as to prevent the community spread level, there is need to put focus on passengers especially coming from high risk states and countries.
'Never Have I Ever' brings rare voice, and a newcomer, to TV
LOS ANGELES - When Mindy Kaling was growing up in the Boston area, few classmates looked like her, and her television choices ranged from angsty white teena
Hearts chief Ann Budge needs to forget about re-organising the Premiership and move on, says Kris Boyd
FOR a very successful businesswoman, Ann Budge isn’t half a lousy judge of character. Having made millions from doing deals, you would think she’d have the savvy to sense when she’s being led up th…
J.League to resume on July 4
The J.League first division will resume games on July 4 following a roughly four-month stoppage due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Japanese soccer establishment said Friday. The second division will restart on June 27, while J3 will also kick off its season the same day, the J.League said. As a…
Facebook Launches Venue As Live-Streaming Meets Post-Pandemic World
Facebook is introducing the world to Venue, an app designed to offer at-home users a digital second-screen experience at live events.
Trump says US is to cut ties with WHO
President Donald Trump says he was breaking off US ties with the World Health Organisation.
9to5Rewards: Still time to win the 2020 iPhone SE from Incipio
Readers still have time to win the 2020 iPhone SE from 9to5Rewards. Head below to enter the giveaway and check out one of the best new cases for iPhone SE...
Rajasthan rolls out job plan for migrant workers
Family food survey launched to ensure food security
Renfrewshire charity bosses warn of pandemic fallout as one in five children live below the breadline
Bosses at both Renfrewshire Foodbank and the Star Project have expressed concerns that more children will be affected due to the additional financial strain placed on thousands of families.
Man electrocuted few weeks to wedding - The nation Nigeria
A middle-aged man identified simply as Chukwudi has reportedly died after he was electrocuted.The incident was said to have occurred at Opobo...
Florida teen who struggled with homelessness graduates as schools valedictorian
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (WSVN) — A Florida teen whose family struggled with homelessness is now his school’s valedictorian. Martin Folsom is graduating at the top of...
Amazon Echo Look discontinued: Turns out having a camera watch you dress was too creepy after all
Way back in 2017 Amazon introduced a new experimental product, the Amazon Echo Look. Designed to bolster Amazon’s clothing business, the camera was intended to give you fashion advice by recording what you were wearing each day, rating its attractiveness using AI and also real human fashion experts, and suggesting purchases which could enhance your […]
No logic in US cutting ties with WHO, British expert says
President Trump said Chinese officials had ‘ignored’ their reporting obligations to the WHO.
Sohail F Rahman, wife fly to London by chartered plane amid pandemic
Sohail F Rahman, the chairman of one of Bangladesh’s leading conglomerates Beximco Group, has left Dhaka for London on a chartered plane as normal flight operations are suspended due to the coronavirus crisis.
Minneapolis Mayor Imposes Citywide Curfew To Stanch Civil Unrest
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has announced a citywide curfew Friday and Saturday nights after days of civil unrest over the...
Al Sharpton says destruction of 'black-owned stores' in Minneapolis is 'reckless'
Reverend Al Sharpton condemned the destruction that took place in Minneapolis this week, particularly the black-owned businesses that were vandalized by the carnage following the death of George Floyd.
Puffy 'cotton ball' clouds are a rocket launch's most common nightmare. Here's why they delayed SpaceX's historic flight.
SpaceX and NASA delayed their historic astronaut launch on Wednesday after puffy clouds rolled in. They're the biggest threats to a rocket launch.
Bob Kulick: 5 Things To Know About Legendary KISS Guitarist Dead At 70
Learn more about Bob Kulick, the legendary KISS guitarist who passed away.
‘The Young and the Restless’ Weekly Preview Video: Jack Vows To Carry On John’s Legacy
The Young and the Restless weekly preview video teases a week filled with the Abbott family, showing off all that it has meant to Genoa City over the years. With epic weddings, amazing takeovers, and ...
Biden urged to pick black VP, not Klobuchar as Minneapolis killing stokes racial tensions
Former U.S. Vice President Joe Biden is facing fresh calls to choose a black woman as his running mate amid rising racial tensions after this week's videotaped death of an unarmed black man as a white Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck. Biden, the presumptive Democratic nominee to take…
Coronavirus lockdown | West Bengal announces easing of lockdown restrictions from June 1
Relaxations come at a time when the number of COVID-19 cases in the State is rising
New Zealand Cricket set to cut jobs amid coronavirus pandemic
New Zealand Cricket looks set to cut it's workforce by 10-15 percent as it forecasts significant cuts to revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Madison Beer Apologizes For ‘Poor Timing’ Of Plastic Surgery Rant, Raises Money For George Floyd Causes
Madison Beer is speaking out after being hit by backlash over an emotional video she shared about a controversial subject. On Thursday, Beer took to Twitter to defend a TikTok video defending herself against claims that she underwent plastic surgery, becoming emotional when she insisted that "this is literally my f**king natural face... I'm about…
What is the Covid Alert Levels system?
The Covid Alert Levels system is similar to that used to establish the terrorist threat and will be run by a new Joint Biosecurity Centre.
India will set an example in economic revival, says PM Modi
PM acknowledged that some have undergone “tremendous” suffering, referring to workers.
City of Moscow revises up its COVID-19 death toll for April after criticism
The city of Moscow has issued a revised version of its coronavirus death toll for April after criticism of its initial figures, more than doubling ...
Please stop killing bumble bees: They’re not ‘murder hornets’
Beekeepers say residents are mistaking bees and wasps for Asian giant hornets.
New Waterways Route To Connect Tripura With Bangladesh: Biplab Kumar Deb
Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb on Friday said a new inland waterways protocol route on the Gomati river would connect Tripura with Daudkandi in Bangladesh and ships would start ferrying goods within three months.
National Conference Rejects Centre's Delimitation Commission For J&K
The National Conference (NC) on Friday rejected the Delimitation Commission announced by the Centre recently for Jammu and Kashmir, saying that the party's three members of Parliament will not participate in it.
Voice of the Mirror: Donald Trump a US tragedy, fanning flames lit by George Floyd death
When America needed a leader to provide unity and help douse the flames, it finds one demeaning his office with a racially loaded phrase and who revels in sowing discord
Scammers pose as deputies from Catawba County Sheriff’s Office
A local Sheriff’s Department is warning about an increase in elaborate phone scams designed to rip you off by getting your personal and confidential information.
'It is dire:' Study finds B.C. logging continues on critical caribou habitat
The British Columbia government has permitted logging on more than 900 square kilometres of land despite its being listed as critical caribou habitat, says newly released research.
Student loan borrowers say the government is unfairly taking their tax refunds — here’s what they are doing about it
Other borrowers say their paychecks are being garnished during the coronavirus outbreak, even though the CARES Act was supposed to prohibit the practice.
Number of women dying by suicide increased by almost 50% last year
CSO report shows a total of 421 lives were lost to suicide in 2019
Pandemic, monsoon ban, Vasai fishermen stare at a bleak year
Post the nationwide lockdown on March 24, all fishing activities had been shut down. In April, however, fishing was allowed by the central government.
Mumbai court rejects bail to Sudha Bharadwaj arrested in Elgar Parishad case
In her interim bail plea filed on medical grounds, Bharadwaj had said that she is at a high risk of contracting the virus in prison and in her present medical condition, it would be 'life-threatening'.
Minneapolis mayor urges protesters to wear masks and practice social distancing
The mayor of Minneapolis told individuals protesting that their anger is “understandable” and “right" but urged them to make sure they are wearing masks and practicing social distancing during their demonstrations.
The Globe’s stars and dogs for the week
A humorous look at the companies that caught our eye, for better or worse, this week
Ex-con racks up 19 arrests during crime spree thanks to loose bail laws
A 55-year-old felon has used loose bail laws to terrorize Big Apple residents with a three borough crime-spree in which he was arrested 19 times and repeatedly released, The Post has learned. Frank
Students upset as some Canadian universities hike tuition fees
Some Canadian universities are raising tuition fees for the new school year much to the consternation of students, who argue their costs should be going down, not up in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
US cuts ties with World Health Organisation over coronavirus response
President Donald Trump has said the US will be terminating its relationship with the World Health Organisation.
Trump on Minneapolis unrest: 'Looters should not be allowed to drown out voices of so many peaceful protesters'
President Trump weighed in on the unrest in Minnesota following the death of George Floyd, saying Friday that “the looters should not be allowed to drown out the voices of so many peaceful protesters.”
Western Digital gets sued for sneaking SMR disks into its NAS channel
WD clearly underestimated the consumer outrage they'd face over SMR disks.
Russia sparks space race with the US by announcing plans for an orbital station
The plans revealed by the Kremlin will start after the International Space Station is scrapped in around 2030 and will allow it to launch “far-out” missions to the moon and Mars
Human traffickers kill 26 Bangladeshis in Libya
DHAKA: Bangladeshi authorities are struggling to recover the bodies of 26 nationals after they were killed in a gunfight by human traffickers in Libya on Thursday. A group of 42 migrants, including 38 Bangladeshis, was held captive by traffickers in Mizdah, around 180 kilometers from the capital Tripoli, the Bangladesh Embassy in Libya said, quoting one of the survivors.
Ben Bruce, Zlantan, Omojuwa, others on Ogoloma’s New Generation Africa platform
New Generation Africa is a new youth friendly media platform that is dedicated to youth-oriented conversations and activities.
Rangers boss Gerrard can shatter Celtic’s 10 in a Row dream, says ex-England boss Eriksson
SVEN-GORAN ERIKSSON has backed Steven Gerrard to shatter Celtic’s dreams of winning ten in a row. The Swede knows his former England captain will be under serious pressure next season after failing…
Two policemen held as teenager dies from stray bullet injuries
Two policemen attached to Bariga Division, Lagos, have been detained after a 17-year-old girl hit by stray bullet on Tuesday night died in the hospital...
One More COVID-19 Death In Kerala; 62 New Cases Reported
A health worker, two cabin crew of Air India Express and two prisoners were among the 62 who tested positive in Kerala on Friday, taking the total tally of infections in the state to 1,150.
Officers fire rubber bullets at journalists in Kentucky amid protests
Protests became violent for the second straight night in Louisville.
Ethereum Posts Breakout Rally as Analysts Set Upside Targets at $290
Ethereum could be positioned to see even further gains in the near-term, as this latest movement has provided its market structure with a serious boost.
GOP lawmakers call for Illinois Department of Employment Security audit
Four Republican House members are requesting an audit of the Illinois Department of Employment Security after repeated complaints from people seeking unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Scottish Premiership planning to begin 2020-21 season on schedule in August
Green light given to top-tier clubs to resume training next month.
Ronan Keating's other children haven't met newborn sister Coco amid lockdown
His other children live in Ireland.
Ianis Hagi opens up on famous father as Rangers star points to Johan Cruyff influence
The youngster has big shoes to fill but still has some advice for Hagi Sr.
North Korea accuses US of hurting its image with cyber threat warning
North Korea accused the United States of smear tactics on Friday after Washington renewed accusations last month that Pyongyang was responsible ...
Srikakulam: Temples witness big dip in offerings amid lockdown
Covid-19 has its impact even on God as most of the noted temples lost their sheen in the wake of lockdown imposed for the last 70 days.
Curfew Imposed In Minneapolis After Violent Protests Over Black Man's Death
The mayor of Minneapolis declared a strict curfew for the US city on Friday after three nights of violent protests over the death of an unarmed African American man in police custody.
Graham announces hearing on police use of force after George Floyd killing
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, announced Friday his panel will hold a hearing on police use of force after the killing of George Floyd in police custody
Dinosaur-killing asteroid created massive magma chamber that lasted millions of years, study shows
The asteroid that slammed into Earth some 66 million years ago and wiped out the dinosaurs also produced a gigantic pool of magma many times larger than the crater at the center of Yellowstone National Park, new research reveals.
Covid 19: Star hotels to add 2,000 beds for viral fight
India News: With the number of coronavirus cases on a surge, Delhi government on Friday decided to take over five starred hotels for conversion into temporary hos
Man charged in connection with deaths of two men in Inverness
Police were called to the scene on Balloan Road at around 10pm on Thursday after two men died and a woman was injured.
Here’s how an unknown TikTok clone topped the App Store charts
Been on the App Store over the past few days? You might have noticed a curious new free iPhone app in the number one spot called Zynn. As it turns out it’s a TikTok clone that’s going after users of the popular app in the US. So how did it just beat out the massively […]
A new TikTok clone hit the top of the App Store by paying users to watch videos
That’s one way to get users...
Protesters flood NYC to rally against death of George Floyd
Hundreds of protesters flooded Manhattan’s Foley Square on Friday afternoon as the outrage over the police-custody death of George Floyd in Minnesota extended to the Big Apple for a second day. At
Breezy tradewinds and windward showers to grace weekend | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Breezy tradewinds with mainly windward showers are expected for Hawaii this weekend, according to forecasters.
Officials cite mistakes as CDC removes coronavirus guidance
U.S. health officials removed some coronavirus reopening tips for religious organizations only hours after posting them late last week, deleting guidance that discouraged choir gatherings and the use of shared communion cups. A federal health official on Friday said the Centers for Disease Control and
Chinese call Minneapolis ‘a beautiful sight’
As the protest in the US state of Minnesota resembled Hong Kong riots last year in protesting means and police' response, Chinese netizens who referred it as
Drakeo The Ruler Returns With New Singles “GTA VI” & “Backflip Or Sumn” Recorded From Prison
His next full-length project 'Thank You For Using GTL' drops June 5.
Ben Bruce, Zlatan, Omojuwa, others on Ogoloma’s New Generation Africa platform
New Generation Africa is a new youth friendly media platform that is dedicated to youth-oriented conversations and activities.
Universal Orlando plans to reopen resort hotels on June 2
ORLANDO, Fla. - Universal Orlando plans to reopen its hotels to guests on June 2, more than two months after they were closed to help prevent the spread of
Carrefour CEO Says Omnichannel Approach Helped With Front-Line Efforts
“Our group has become an essential actor for food — a public service,” said ceo Alexandre Bompard.
More stimulus package for MSMEs coming, says FG
The Federal Government will soon roll out additional stimulus packages for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country....
Conmen create fake FB account of senior IPS officer
Followers lured with attractive investment plan
Tokyo Skytree to reopen June 1 after 3-month closure
The operator of Tokyo Skytree, a popular tourist destination in the Japanese capital, said Friday it will reopen the landmark tower on Monday after a three-month closure due to the spread of coronavirus infections. Tobu Tower Skytree Co said the 634-meter tower will reopen for shortened business hours from 9…
‘Cut cigarette taxes to pre-GST levels’
This will help to bring market share of smuggled foreign brands: FAIFA
COVID-19: CAN writes El-Rufa'i to reopen churches
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kaduna State has written Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufa'i to consider reopening of worship places
Baldur's Gate 3 news to come throughout June
The Guerilla Collective Showcase will be home to new information on the upcoming RPG.
Texas friendly fire tragedy kills deputy on morning of his kid’s graduation
A sheriff’s deputy accidently shot and killed a constable’s office deputy early Friday as the two investigated a report of suspicious activity at a vacant house a half-hour southeast of
Berlin to Reopen Pubs, Fitness Studios, Fair Grounds on Tuesday
BERLIN (Sputnik) - Berlin pubs, fitness studios and other sports clubs, as well as convention centers and fairgrounds, are next in line for reopening on 2 June, the...
SA sports community to learn its Level 3 fate on Saturday
Sports minister Nathi Mthethwa is set to address South Africa on Saturday, providing clarity on government's Level 3 lockdown regulations.
US: Derek Chauvin charged with murder in death of George Floyd
The white police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday and charged with murder in a case that sparked protests across the United States and violence in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Epstein estate, victims reach agreement on compensation fund
A fund to compensate victims of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse may begin making payouts soon, after the deceased financier's estate, his accusers and the attorney general of the U.S. Virgin Islands resolved their differences over the process. The accord came 9-1/2 months after Epstein killed
Roy Cooper and RNC remain at odds over convention as whispers about move to Tampa begin
A standoff over the Republican convention deepened after North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper ignored a GOP ultimatum to greenlight the gathering and demanded the party provide more details for its plan to mitigate health risks posed by the coronavirus.
Antibody testing continues in Burke County
The Psalms/Solid Rock Medicine group administered the tests for the second week in a row.
Jets Blasted To 80% The Speed Of Light From A Black Hole Caught On Film
Jets blasted outwards from a stellar-mass black hole at 80 percent the speed of light have been caught on film by NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory. MAXI J1
Bombay HC seeks Centre, state response to plea on sanitary napkins
A division bench of Chief Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice K K Tated was hearing through videoconference pleas filed by law students Nikita Gore and Vaishnavi Gholave through advocate Vinod Sangvikar,
NBA To ‘Make Sure’ Zion Williamson Involved in Playoff Plan, Per NBA Insider
(Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) The NBA is reportedly working to
Shaw seeks exemption from having to provide new one gigabit internet service to wholesalers
Shaw argues that its phone-company competitors are not subject to the same requirements as cable companies, which creates 'regulatory asymmetry’
Army Withdraws Nomination for Officer Involved in Deadly Niger Ambush
The decision comes amid criticism that the American military is harsher in dispensing punishment to African-American officers than to their white counterparts.
8 Celebrity Kids With Super Expensive Wardrobes: North West, Stormi Webster & More
From Stormi's exclusive Nike sneakers, to Penelope Disick's designer trench coats, these celebrity mini-me's have expensive taste!
Opioid overdoses on the rise in Canada during COVID-19 pandemic
TORONTO (Reuters) - Canada’s opioid-related deaths have been rising since the coronavirus pandemic began, the country’s chief public health officer said on Friday.
2021 Buick Envision Breaks Cover With Striking New Design
With the Buick LaCrosse and Buick Regal discontinued, Buick is now focusing exclusively on the lucrative cr...
US President Donald Trump Cuts Ties, Terminates WHO Funding Permanently
The US president said that he will redirect its funding from the Geneva-based WHO towards other global public health organisations.
Govt says testing lab not possible in each district, Bombay HC expresses ‘displeasure’
On May 26, the high court had sought to know from the state government whether Covid-19 testing facilities are available in each district of Maharashtra, including Ratnagiri, and inquired if mobile clinics can be started across the state.
China sanctions not solution to Hong Kong crisis: European Union
BRUSSELS: The European Union said on Friday (May 29) that China's imposition of a security law on Hong Kong had damaged ties with Beijing, but ...
Bulgaria to lift travel ban on Australian convicted of murder
Bulgaria will move to lift a ban that prevents an Australian man convicted of murder in 2009 and released on parole from leaving the country, the ...
CNN crew held
The episode came after a tumultuous night marked by unrest in Minnesota
OPEC delivers three quarters of record oil cut in May: Survey
OPEC oil output hit the lowest in two decades in May as Saudi Arabia and other members started to deliver a record supply cut, a Reuters survey ...
CDC says its testing fail didn’t hurt US response. Experts disagree
Experts say better public health infrastructure, more testing would have helped.
Locust invasions till July, may spare South India: Food and Agriculture Organisation
The Food and Agriculture Organisation has warned of successive locust invasions until July in Rajasthan with eastward surges as far as Bihar and Odisha. However, the FAO has said that the swarms were
Want a mask with your Big Mac? Alberta handing out masks at drive-thrus
EDMONTON - Alberta is planning to distribute 20 million non-medical masks for free at hundreds of drive-thru fast-food restaurants.Health Minister Tyler Sha
Spain reports first suspected imported COVID-19 cases since March, in travellers from US
Two people who travelled from the United States to the Spanish region of Valencia have tested positive for coronavirus, potentially becoming ...
Biden Underperforming with Black Voters Compared to Obama, Clinton
Former Vice President Joe Biden is underperforming among black voters compared to recent Democrat nominees, according to new data.
Celtic ace James Forrest says playing behind great strikers for the past decade has helped stats
BEHIND every great striker there is a great winger. Yet Celtic assist king James Forrest insists the club’s top forwards have helped him just as much. The Hoops wide man has scored 89 goals and cre…
Killer coal and other secret weapons used by WW2 special agents sell for £17k
Deadly items used by special agents have been auctioned, including a lump of coal that carried an explosive charge inside and a pocket watch camera, similar to James Bond
2 Mumbai schools to house Byculla, Arthur Road jail inmates
Earlier, the state home department had issued notification authorising district collectors to take provisional possession of government-owned or private buildings to designate them as temporary prisons to isolate inmates during the Covid-19 pandemic.
What is the Covid Alert Levels system?
The Covid Alert Levels system is similar to that used to establish the terrorist threat and will be run by a new Joint Biosecurity Centre.
What is the Covid Alert Levels system?
The Covid Alert Levels system is similar to that used to establish the terrorist threat and will be run by a new Joint Biosecurity Centre.
Canada 'needs' airline industry, is monitoring day by day: minister
OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada is closely monitoring the slumping airline industry and extended a ban on large cruise ships to Oct. 31 to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, Transport Minister Marc Garneau said on Friday.
Respect SC collegium system but cannot act as post office: Ravi Shankar Prasad
Prasad was delivering the concluding speech during the Prof. N.R. Madhava Menon Memorial Lecture Series organized by Akhil Bharatiya Adhivakta Parishad on 'Legal & Digital Challenges for India Post Covid'.
Spain reports two new COVID-19 deaths, total at 27,121
Spain’s Health Ministry said recorded deaths from the coronavirus outbreak reached 27,121 on Friday, increasing by two in the last 24 hours.
Peter Crouch reveals option for Liverpool exit that Reina endorsed
Peter Crouch had a number of interesting possibilities to depart Liverpool
Trump says he spoke to George Floyd's family
President Trump said Friday afternoon that he spoke to the family of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died during a police arrest in Minneapolis earlier this week.
Land expropriation: Lapsed ad hoc committee on section 25 was not in vain - chairperson
The ad hoc committee to amend Section 25 of the Constitution to allow expropriation without compensation will not be in vain, its chairperson, Mathole Motshekga, said after the committee lapsed.
Japan revises law to make more part-timers join pension program
Japan revised a law Friday to make more part-time, and other nonregular workers join the employee pension program as well as allow eligible recipients to choose to start receiving benefits from the age of 75. Currently, part-time workers join the program only when they work 20 hours or more a…
Man ‘stoned to death’ on grounds of historic UK castle
A man was “stoned to death” as he walked on the grounds of a historic castle in the UK this week, according to new reports. Local authorities were looking into reports of a “disturbance” on
Saudi Arabia moved US$40 billion in reserves to sovereign fund
The move comes as the world’s largest crude exporter faces exceptional fiscal pressure from a crash in global oil markets.
WHO, 37 countries launch alliance to share tools to battle COVID-19
Thirty-seven countries and the World Health Organization (WHO) appealed on Friday for common ownership of vaccines, medicines and diagnostic tools to tackle the global coronavirus pandemic, taking aim at patent laws they fear could become a barrier to sharing crucial supplies. While the push by mostly developing nations, called the…
Ex-butler of Jeffrey Epstein believes Prince Andrew 'maybe has something to hide'
EXCLUSIVE Breaking his decades-long silence, Juan Alessi, 70, claims he set up massage tables for Prince Andrew each day during an extended stay the Duke had at paedophile Epstein's home
13-year-old wunderkind with 4 associate degrees headed for UNLV
Jack Rico earned his degrees from Fullerton College, a community college in Southern California, becoming the youngest graduate in the school’s history.
Canada immigration sharply curtailed by virus: study
Canada had hoped to welcome a record wave of immigrants in 2020 but will likely take in approximately half the previously expected number of people due to the coronavirus pandemic, a study published Friday showed.
'Never Have I Ever' brings rare voice, and a newcomer, to TV
LOS ANGELES — When Mindy Kaling was growing up in the Boston area, few classmates looked like her, and her television choices ranged from angsty white teenagers to funny white teenagers.
In tell-all documentary, doped-fuelled cycling champ Lance Armstrong does not look sorry
He was the 21st century’s first and possibly still-greatest cancelled celebrity
The Markets End The Week In An Uptrend (Technically Speaking For 5/25-5/29)
The leading indicators points toward a continued contraction. The coincidental data shows the sharpest contraction in the last 100 years. The overall trends rem
Chamisa MDC Fuming As High Court Dismisses Application Seeking Order to Block Khupe Group from Recalling Lawmakers
Reacting to the court ruling, MDC-A presidential spokesperson Dr. Nkululeko Sibanda, described the dismissal of the case as a “Zanu PF attempt to destroy the MDC Alliance
Universal Bringing ‘The Wolfman’ Back to Life With Ryan Gosling Attached to Star
Universal is prepping a new take on another classic monster, Variety reports tonight, with Ryan Gosling attached to star in Wolfman, with the hunt for a director currently underway. The title character had most recently been brought back to the screen in 2010’s The Wolfman, with Benicio Del Toro in the role. That movie was […]
Man will avoid jail if he drinks beer, not spirits
A 57-year-old man who put his wife in fear during a drunken incident will avoid a prison sentence — if he restricts his drinking to beer and stays clear of spirits.
On this day in 2015: James Anderson joins the 400 club
The swing bowler completed the landmark at Headingley.
Planned Tasley garden village could include doctors' surgery
A proposed garden village development near Bridgnorth could contain a small doctors' surgery.
Coronavirus impact: Govt needs to act before COVID-19 slaughters the Rs 1 lakh crore Indian poultry industry
Poultry industry supports over 25 million farmers and employs over five million directly and indirectly in allied fields
Dell beats revenue estimates as remote working lifts workstation demand
ROUND ROCK,Texas: Dell Technologies Inc beat analysts' estimates for quarterly revenue on Thursday (May 28), boosted by demand for its ...
Khloe Kardashian hits out at allegations she flouted social distancing rules
Khloe Kardashian has slammed accusations she flouted the social distancing rules after the Kardashian/Jenner clan recently reunited.
ABC News: 'No Major' Coronavirus Spike in 21 States that Lifted Lockdown
There was no significant increase in coronavirus hospitalizations, fatalities, and people testing positive in states that eased lockdown.
Forex Today: Dollar dives, decoupling from stumbling stocks ahead of Trump's Chinese announcement
Here is what you need to know on Friday, May 29: The US dollar remains on the back foot, with EUR/USD topping 1.11, despite a worsening market mood re
RIP COAG: The national cabinet gets its chance
National cabinet has proven its value when COAG was past its prime.
BITSAT 2020 exams to be conducted from August 6 to August 10
Details of the BITSAT examination will be revealed in the future at the official website.
India’s key growth engine grinds to halt in sign of slump
India Business News: From call centers to hotels to airlines, India’s key services industries have come to a standstill during the coronavirus outbreak, dragging the econo
Police across US speak out against Minneapolis custody death
LOS ANGELES — Murder.Brutality. Reprehensible.Indefensible. Police nationwide, in unequivocal and unprecedented language, have condemned the actions of Minneapolis police in the custody death of a handcuffed black man who cried for help as an officer knelt on his neck, pinning him to the pavement for at least eight minutes.
Half of people failed to recognise Covid-19 symptoms and understood need to self-isolate
Almost half of people failed to recognise Covid-19 symptoms, in a controlled experiment conducted by the ESRI.
Andy Richardson: Beeb's shame as it fails to defend Emily
You can always rely on Auntie Beeb to take the rap when others are in the wrong.
Top League welcomes influx of talent from northern hemisphere
Japanese rugby will be as diverse as ever following strong efforts by local clubs to sign top-tier international players.
Spike in hate crime against Chinese people in West Midlands
Hate crimes against Chinese people have spiked in the West Midlands this year, according to new police figures.
Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says
BEIJING — China will attack Taiwan if there is no other way of stopping it from becoming independent, one of the country’s most senior generals said on Friday, a rhetorical escalation from China aimed at the democratic island Beijing claims as its own.
Check out the People Mover (not monorail) coming to Bangkok
Automated people movers designed in Canada and built in China will soon arrive to whisk passengers between commercial developments on the Chao Phraya River The first of several Bombardier Innovia APM300s will arrive next month to service the Gold...
Cambuslang seal return of keeper Stewart as he's reunited with boss Campbell
The shot-stopper is one of three new signings for The Lang in recent weeks
UK weather forecast: Highs of 28C this weekend as 'driest May ever' comes to an end
The Met Office's provisional figures suggest the UK has seen its sunniest ever spring, while the Environment Agency has said hose pipe bans are unlikely despite severe lack of rain
EU extends sanctions against Syrian regime
The EU Council on Thursday extended restrictive measures against the Syrian regime. "The EU remains committed to using every tool at its disposal to push for a political solution to the conflict that would benefit all Syrians and put an end to the ongoing...
Nearly 50% of people don't know they need to isolate with less common Covid-19 symptoms
The ESRI study suggested that there was a significant gap in people’s knowledge of when to isolate.
7 protesters shot in Kentucky amid protests for George Floyd and Breonna Taylor
Police say none of the shots came from police.
Minneapolis police station set on fire amid protest over killing of George Floyd
A Minneapolis police station has been set on fire amid mounting protests over the killing by police of an unarmed black man. On the third straight day of protests over the killing of George Floyd,
Man jailed for seven years for sexually penetrating best mate's daughter, aged 10
A 32-year-old man has been jailed for seven years and placed on the sex offender's register for life for sexually penetrating his best mate's 10-year-old daug...
Covid-19: Very high risk of T20 WC being postponed, says Cricket Australia
ICC has deferred a decision on the event till June 10, saying it wants to continue exploring contingency plans for some more time
Over 100 patients were discharged to Perth and Kinross care homes without a COVID-19 test in first seven weeks of pandemic
The figures were obtained by Councillor Alasdair Bailey after he had requested them from the chief officer of Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) Gordon Paterson at a meeting last week.
Spain will open gradually to tourism, with Europe first
MADRID: Spain will open gradually to tourism this summer, starting with European countries, and will ensure visitors only go to areas that have ...
No risk of India losing out on hosting World T20 in 2021, assures Arun Dhumal
BCCI Treasurer Arun Dhumal, in the wake of the recent war of words between the ICC and BCCI, has assured that the country is not at risk of losing on potentially hosting the WT20 in 2021. Earlier, the BCCI had failed to provide a tax exemption letter from the Indian Government to the ICC.
RIP COAG: The national cabinet gets its chance
National cabinet has proven its value when COAG was past its prime.
With highest spike of 7,466 cases, India's COVID-19 tally reaches 1,65,799
New Delhi: With the highest spike of 7,466 more COVID-19 cases and 175 deaths reported in the past 24 hours, India's COVID-19 tally reached 1,65,799 on Friday, according to the Union Ministry of...
Video: BMW X6 M Competition shows incredible Dragy numbers
BMW X6 M Competition compares against some of its stiffest competition out there: the Lamborghini Urus and the Jeep Trackhawk.
Bobrisky arrested by Police from Abuja over N30m business deal (Details)
Details have emerged as to why controversial Nigerian cross-dresser Idris Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky, was arrested yesterday. As we earlier reported, Bobrisky was picked up by officers of the Nigerian police and is presently being
US charges dozens of North Koreans in $2.5B sanctions-busting scheme
The Justice Department has accused a network of North Korean and Chinese citizens of secretly advancing North Korea’s nuclear weapons program by channeling at least $2.5 billion in illicit payments
Recent Poll Shows that Only 5% Approve Zumthor LACMA Scheme
A recent poll revealed that only 5% approve of the current Peter Zumthor-designed scheme for a new Los Angeles County Museum of Art LACMA.
Aidan O’Shea fears club GAA may have to wait longer to return
Mayo footballer Aidan O’Shea would love to see the club game be the first to return when coronavirus restrictions are lifted but he believes that intercounty activity may be easier to control.
China's post-Covid 19 'techno-nationalist' industrial policy
While Covid-19 brings China one step closer to technology-perfected authoritarianism through improvised health apps and real-time surveillance, Europe is busy looking inward.
Mumbai: Man found dead on Mulund-Goregaon Link Road
Meanwhile, a resident of Prem Nagar locality complained that an unidentified person opened fire on his house.
Flashback Friday: When Ranbir Kapoor opened up about settling down in life and having a family post break-up with Katrina Kaif
In the throwback interview, Ranbir reportedly said that he is a romantic, who isn't just ready he's waiting to settle, not down necessarily but into s
Tivoli incursion - Ten Years On | Rudolph Brown: Gunshots whistling past us
I can remember when the Tivoli incursion start ... . I went down by Ocean Boulevard. We heard that the soldiers were taking up positions to enter Tivoli. ... After they went in, I start to hear a lot of explosions, like bombs dropping. Soldiers...
At times playing for Wexford was ‘demoralising’, admits Stamp
Former captain Darren Stamp has admitted it was “demoralising” at times to play for Wexford and is envious of the current set-up.
The Week's Best: Stories You May Have Missed
We know that rferl.org isn't the only website you read, and it's possible that you may have missed some of our most interesting journalism from the past week.
Scottish Premiership return plan revealed as Neil Donaster holds crucial government summit
The SPFL and SFA are keen to have players back in training in two weeks.
Knox Co. Boy Scout building blacksmith shop for Ramsey House
A Knox County scout is building a blacksmith shop for the Ramsey house to help bring our past back to life.
Twitter introduces two major updates, including a new “Unsent Tweet” feature
Twitter Support announced two new updates for people who are “not quite ready to send that Tweet”. If you’ve already written a Tweet you don’t want to post yet, you can save it as an ‘unsent Tweet’ or you can schedule it to send at a specific time.
A look back on Perth and Kinross by-election 25 years after result sent shockwaves through British politics
The electoral map in the region was about to be transformed
Zimbabwe Says Robert Mugabe’s Allies May Have Abducted And Tortured Opposition Activists
Zimbabwe has sensationally claimed that the late former President Robert Mugabe's allies may have abducted, tortured and sexually molested
On this day in 2015: James Anderson joins the 400 club
The swing bowler completed the landmark at Headingley.
Two More Deaths due to Coronavirus in Punjab, 19 New Cases reported -
In Punjab, two more people died due to Covid-19 infection on Thursday while 19 new cases of Corona virus infected
Hibs hero Steven Whittaker reveals the Hearts transfer offer that was doomed to fail
The full-back reflects on his career at Easter Road and beyond after he was released earlier this week.
With 'Main Street' in view, Fed weighs risks of job, productivity shocks
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Federal Reserve officials have talked broadly about helping households and firms through the current economic crisis and quickly unleashed trillions of dollars in cash and credit guarantees to build a “bridge” to the post-pandemic world.
Jaishankar discusses post-COVID-19 economic recovery with EU foreign policy chief
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday held discussions with European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell on initiatives to promote post-Corona economic recovery and preparations
Aidan O'Shea thinks GAA should be creative if play returns this year
If there are inter-county games this year, the GAA don’t plan on staging them before October
Tokyo to further relax coronavirus curbs on Monday, governor says
TOKYO — Curbs in Japan’s capital of Tokyo to contain the coronavirus are to be eased further from Monday, Governor Yuriko Koike said, citing the recommendation of an advisory panel.
Euro Outshines Pound Sterling and Dollar as Investors Cheer EU Progress on Coronabonds
A fundamental shift in sentiment for the better towards the European Union has been reflected in a steady demand for euros over the course of the past two days, ensuring the single currency's outlook against peers such as the British Pound and U.S. Dollar has improved markedly
Reasoning behind Scott Boras’ rallying cry to MLB players
With Major League Baseball veering toward a Titanic-like disaster, Scott Boras, trying to rally the playing universe, invoked a Leonardo DiCaprio line from the epic film about the ill-fated cruise
'The windows are broken': Ohio Statehouse breached by protesters early Friday morning
Protesters in Columbus, Ohio, breached the Statehouse early Friday morning amid violent clashes with police.
Dialysis and COVID-19, a scary mix for renal patients
Western Bureau: The advent of COVID-19 has created a new challenge for diabetic patients with end-stage renal disease as, despite their conditions, they are forced, at least twice per week, to operate within the restrictions as it relates to social...
All nursing graduates to be guaranteed jobs amid Covid-19 crisis
In a letter, the HSE informed nursing interns that they would all be guaranteed a job.
PLDT: No record of data being downloaded from company's support account
While hackers could have hypothetically grabbed data from PLDT's support Twitter account, the company says there's no record of customer data being downloaded from it
Malaysia's Mahathir ousted from party amid power struggle
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Malaysia’s former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has been ousted from his ethnic Malay political party in the latest twist of a power struggle with his successor, but he has vowed to challenge the move.
Young men urged to use COVID-19 to educate and create
THE ECONOMIC fallout resulting from COVID-19 has left many people jobless and is affecting the ability of men living in inner-city communities who are constrained from their daily ‘hustle’ to provide for their families and loved ones. Jerome...
No recent talks between PM Modi and Trump over Ladakh and China: Sources
New Delhi: There have been no recent talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump over the Ladakh and China issue. Informed source over the matter told ANI, 'There has...
Palace letters: Australian high court allows release of Queen's secret correspondence before Whitlam dismissal
Historian Jenny Hocking wins landmark case after campaigning for release of secret letters between monarch and then Australian governor general Sir John Kerr
UN highlights 'Women in peacekeeping' on International peacekeepers day
Pakistan has contributed to UN's peacekeeping operations with over 200,000 troops in 46 missions across 28 countries
Work from home set to become new norm for BPO sector
WESTERN BUREAU: Some of the leading developers of space in western Jamaica are now taking a wait-and-see attitude towards the COVID-19 sparked work-from-home (WFH) arrangement, which some outsourcing firms are expressing an interest in expanding....
No conversation took place between Modi and Trump over India-China standoff: Sources
As the tension escalates between the two nuclear-armed nations, India maintains that it is in touch with China at the local and diplomatic level.
Monsoon expected to hit Kerala by June 1, predicts weather department
In its forecast earlier this month, the India Meteorological Department had put the likely arrival date on June 5, four days later than usual.
Masterplan for Buninyong Botanic Gardens
Councillors agreed to take the first steps towards a new masterplan for Buninyong Botanic Gardens.
Hyderabad: Fire breaks out at chemical godown in Dhulapally
A major fire erupted from Krishna Industries Chemical godown at Dhulapally under Petbasheerabad police station limits here on Friday.
Dell beats revenue estimates as remote working lifts workstation demand
Dell Technologies Inc beat analysts' estimates for quarterly revenue on Thursday, boosted by demand for its workstations from companies moving ...
On this day 2016: Tony Bellew becomes WBC world cruiserweight champion
Bellew won the title at Goodison Park four years ago.
Bobrisky arrested over alleged N30m fraud
Oluwatosin Omojuyigbe Police detectives from Abuja, on Thursday, arrested cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, over an alleged N30m fraud. It was gathered that Bobrisky was ...
Supreme Ventures, PSOJ team up to assist Gregory Park residents
SUPREME VENTURES Group (SVG) Executive Chairman Gary Peart led a team through the streets of Gregory Park, St Catherine, as part of COVID-19 relief efforts orchestrated by the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) to support struggling...
15-year-old hit by brain tumour needs help
WESTERN BUREAU: Fifteen-year-old Anchovy High School student Kaylia Pinnock is in desperate need of help to get medical attention for a grade two brain tumour, which has left her facing an uncertain future and plunging her mother, Velma Latchman,...
Nor’wester kills two, south Bengal likely to receive more rainfall
The city traffic police said parts of Central Avenue, MG Road, Bidhan Sarani and Ultadanga were left waterlogged.
UltraSoc and Canis Auto Lab address CAN bus cyber threat
UltraSoC and Canis Automotive Labs are addressing a cybersecurity vulnerability in the automotive industry – the lack of security features within the CAN bus.
Coronavirus fears slow CRH blood donations – doc
WESTERN BUREAU: Fears emanating from the COVID-19 pandemic have caused concerns about blood donations to spiral at Cornwall Regional, the hospital’s senior medical officer has said. Dr Derrick Harvey made the observation during an interview with...
Trump slams Minneapolis mayor over violent George Floyd protests
President Trump early Friday threatened to “get the job done right” to control the violent Minneapolis protests if the city’s mayor doesn’t “get his act together.” “I can’t
Royal Welsh Show counts cost of coronavirus shutdown
The Royal Welsh Show could take five years to recover from the financial hit of coronavirus, organisers have said.
Tivoli incursion: 10 years on | Footballer still grappling with 2010 trauma
Youth footballer Suen Gregory, who has represented Jamaica at the national Under-14, -15, and -17 levels, said she has been scarred by the events she witnessed as a child during the Tivoli Gardens incursion of May 2010. The now-19-year-old Tivoli...
Cyprus expects 600,000 tourists in August
Cyprus expects to receive some 600,000 passengers in August, transport minister Yiannis Karousos said Thursday, noting that this estimate includes people flying in on commercial and private planes, Ekathimerini writes. "There is a gradual lifting of measu...
Four closed Derbyshire railway stations could be set to reopen
They're on the Chesterfield to Sheffield line
Nissan falls behind rivals in industry's critical transitional period
Nissan Motor Co.'s business downturn may be causing a costly delay in the global race toward new mobility technologies, analysts say.
'We have not demanded President’s rule': Devendra Fadnavis on Maha govt amid COVID-19 crisis
Apparently affording a breather to the ruling Maha Vikas Aghadi, Leader of Opposition Devendra Fadnavis has denied any plans of his Bharatiya Janata Party to topple the six-month old Maharashtra government.
British PM Johnson eases lockdown as furore over aide continues
LONDON: The coronavirus lockdown will ease next week for most of Britain's population, Boris Johnson announced on Thursday (May 28), as a row ...
Officer Charged With George Floyd's Death as Protests Flare
The group marched peacefully for three hours before another confrontation with police broke out, though details were scarce.
Stranded in paradise: 550 sailboats are stranded in French Polynesia
Tahiti in remote French Polynesia was one of the last places in the region to offer refuge as borders slammed shut.
Assam flood toll rises to three, 2.94 lakh people in 300 villages displaced
Goalpara, bordering Meghalaya, continued to be the worst-hit district and 2.01 lakh people have been forced to take shelter elsewhere.
Unexpected joy! - Families welcome Ignite IGL Foundation care packages
AS THE residents eagerly filed on to the compound at the Riverton Meadows Early Childhood Centre, the overcast skies contradicted the buzz of excitement and the lively chatter on the ground. Representatives from the Jamaica Red Cross and the Ignite...
SpaceX's Starship SN4 Launch Vehicle Prototype Explodes After Static Engine Fire Test
SpaceX had just conducted yet another static fire test of the Raptor engine in its Starship SN4 prototype launch vehicle on Friday when the test vehicle exploded on the test stand in Boca Chica, Texas. TechCrunch reports: This was the fourth static fire test of this engine on this prototype, so it...
Trump Assures Military is 'All the Way' With Minnesota Governor Amid Riots Over George Floyd's Death
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has already activated the state's National Guard amid the ongoing protests and riots in the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis on...
Large heath butterflies return to Manchester after 150 years
Lancashire Wildlife Trust has brought the species back to peatlands following a local extinction in the 19th century
UN chief appreciates India's assistance to other countries during COVID-19 pandemic: Ambassador Tirumurti
India has sent essential drugs, testing kits and other medical assistance to many countries around the world, including to the US, to help fight the coronavirus that has infected over 5.8 million globally. The death toll from the pandemic has surpassed 358,373.
Get Instant PAN Card Through Aadhaar For Free: How to Apply
Online PAN card allotment just got easier and free. No more document hassle, as all an applicant needs is their Aadhaar number.
Andy Richardson: Beeb's shame as it fails to defend Emily
You can always rely on Auntie Beeb to take the rap when others are in the wrong.
Beef Reloaded: Rapper Lousika Says Sista Afia Should Have Beaten Freda Rhymz
Just when we thought Sister Afia and Freda Rhymz have shown maturity by burying their infantile beef and forging ahead for the betterment of the industry, rapper Louisika has popped up to stoke it.
7 protesters shot in Kentucky amid protests for George Floyd and Breonna Taylor
Police say none of the shots came from police.
Five Liberal MPs call for national standards for long-term care homes
Trudeau’s offer of federal help has met a mixed reaction from provincial and territorial leaders
NAB reviews progress in mega corruption cases
Deliberates on investigations against Zardari, Nawaz, Shehbaz and others
Stocks slip as markets await Trump’s HK response
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.3%. The Nikkei retreated from a three-month high and, though moves were slight, riskier currencies were under pressure against the US dollar.
Sales soar in the sunshine as beer lovers drink at home
Beer sales are soaring as people enjoy the summer lockdown in their gardens.
Can’t afford a real one? How about Lego’s RM1.6K Lamborghini Sian FKP 37 instead
For most of us, owning a Lamborghini—any Lamborghini—is a dream that’s destined to stay that way. The Sian FKP 37 was announced towards the tail-end of 2019, the first supercapacitor-based hybrid V12 from the Italian supercar makers, at a mouth-watering price of US$3.7 million (~RM16 million).
Farrell and O’Connell provide insight into changes in Ireland’s analysis
Monday reviews like ‘therapy for players’, Ireland coach tells webinar for Pieta House
India’s virus deaths top China's as hot spots shift to poorer nations
India is the latest country whose coronavirus death toll has topped the number of lives lost in China, where the pandemic started, as hot spots shift to de
Virus taking hold in rural, old plantation region of Alabama
HAYNEVILLE, Ala. — Sparsely populated Lowndes County, deep in Alabama’s old plantation country, has the sad distinction of having both the state’s highest rate of COVID-19 cases and its worst unemployment rate.
Heat stroke deaths: Cities need to monitor all cause mortality, says expert
Extreme heat is a major health threat in the country. Symptoms of heat-related illnesses include vomiting, headaches, dehydration and diarrhea. This year, the challenge is acute, said Dr Mavalankar.
LAC standoff | India says Trump did not talk to Modi on China
Ministry of External Affairs rejects U.S. President’s claim that he discussed border tensions with PM.
Women who helped found Black Lives Matter address misconceptions of group
Behind the massive Black Lives Matter movement are black women. As protests over George Floyd heat up, the group's co-founders talk about the importance of their message.
France opposed guidelines on EU presidency sponsorships
Internal document shows diplomats questioned whether the secretariat of the Council of the EU was legally allowed to write guidelines on the financing of the six-month rotating EU presidency activities.
ViacomCBS slashes up to 400 jobs as part of merger restructuring: source
ViacomCBS Inc is cutting up to 400 employees across CBS as part of its plan to save US$750 million from its merger with CBS, a source familiar ...
Recent Poll Shows that Only 5% Approve Zumthor LACMA Scheme
A recent poll revealed that only 5% approve of the current Peter Zumthor-designed scheme for a new Los Angeles County Museum of Art LACMA.
Lagos reforming physical planning to boost services
Lagos State has said it will institute reforms to boost physical planning and instil public confidence as part of the ease of doing business...
US stocks end lower as China tensions end three-day Dow streak
NEW YORK: Wall Street stocks ended lower on Thursday (May 28) following a late-afternoon retreat on growing US-China tensions, as markets digested ...
Roland Garros planning for fans not empty seats
The postponed French Open plans to return this September with fans still attending but practicing physical distancing
Emotional Ben Shephard 'sends love' to Kate Garraway after she was pictured crying
Good Morning Britain's Ben issued an update on co-star and friend Kate's husband Derek on the ITV news programme today
GitHub warns Java developers of new malware poisoning NetBeans projects | ZDNet
The malware's end goal was to install a remote access trojan and grant hackers access to highly sensitive workstations were sensitive projects were being developed.
The way forward for Pak-Afghan relations
The mistrust between both the neighbours has also resulted in a vicious cycle of blame game on both sides
Telangana employers leave 200 brick kiln workers on the road
Left to fend for themselves, workers hitch rides on trucks
Minnesota coronavirus deaths hit new single-day mark at 35, officials say
Minnesota recorded the state's highest single-day total of coronavirus deaths Thursday, with 35 people succumbing to the virus, state Department of Health officials said Thursday.
The Kardashians' 'changing faces' from Khloe Kardashian to Kylie Jenner
The Kardashians have often been accused of enhancing their looks, either by the surgeon's knife or with the usual of photo editing equipment - here's how they've changed
AU$721 million in robo-debts to be returned as Australian government admits error | ZDNet
Services Australia has identified 470,000 debts raised wholly or partially using income averaging of ATO data.
Mira Road: 12-year-old commits suicide for not being allowed to step out in lockdown
In a shocking incident, a 12-year-old boy from Mira Road killed himself after he wasn't allowed to step outside the house owing to the coronavirus scare and lockdown.
Near miss as timber falls from Cork City building
Shoppers had a lucky escape after timberwork crashed onto the pavement outside a busy Cork City centre shop.
Carmageddon awaits unless work from home continues
With social distancing likely to be the norm over the next two years, the notion of sardine-packing residents into trains, buses and trams is obviously no longer viable if Australia is to contain outbreaks of COVID-19.
What Bristol Airport has said about reopening as flights resume
The airport's main terminal has been closed since the beginning of April
Amazon's Crucible Is Looking Like Another Battleborn
Last week, Amazon Games released Crucible, a free-to-play, team-based shooter, to mild excitement. Eight days later, Crucible players are almost nowhere to be found on the (Amazon-owned) Twitch streaming service, a strong sign that the community around the game seems to be already dwindling....
Origin turns to gaming to fend off disruption
Origin Energy has teamed up with a computer game platform to offer customers rewards, one of several innovation strategies to keep ahead of a rapidly changing market.
Almost half a million Australians will have their robodebts refunded
The federal government will refund $721 million recouped from 470,000 people through the controversial “robodebt” scheme. Under the contentious “robodebt” program, welfare r…
Former Goodyear workers help with war memorial restoration
A war memorial has been officially opened after a £25,000 restoration.
What's the cost of Covid lockdown? Today’s GDP data will give an idea
To be sure, Indias growth was already at a six-year-low during the pre-lockdown period.
Debate over $600 in jobless aid to intensify as claims rise
The $600 in federal benefits was added as a way to replace all of an average worker’s lost income.
Brumby cull able to proceed but cattleman vows to appeal court ruling
Philip Maguire's bid to stop high country horse shoot was knocked back in the Supreme Court on Friday but the Omeo cattleman is planning to appeal the decision.
Climate change forces Sami reindeer herders to adapt
Once, the lynx, wolverines and eagles that preyed on their animals were the main concern for reindeer herders as they moved them to find food in the winter.
Pooja Hegde's fans furious on Samantha Akkineni after an alleged chat of the latter surfaces online
This whole scenario has triggered Samantha’s fans and prompted them to start the hashtag #PoojaMustApologizeSamantha on Twitter. However, in a surpris
California Senate Rejects Governor Newsom’s Call for Cuts
The California State Senate rejected Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget cuts to sectors like education and healthcare Thursday, instead seeking to draw down more reserves, raise taxes on certain industries and borrow against the future to make up an estimated $54 billion shortfall.
M’sian Explains Why The Hatred Towards Refugees In Malaysia Has To Stop
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Twenty-fine prisoners freed from Perth Prison to help combat the spread of COVID-19
A total of 11 prisoners behind bars in Scottish prisons have returned to the Perth and Kinross
“You Mexicans, get out” – Hammer-wielding Texas woman arrested after racist rant
A hammer-wielding Texas woman has been arrested after being filmed using a hammer to threaten a Latina doctor and her husband whom she mistakenly referred to being Mexican during a profanity-laced rant in Houston. 60-year-old Constance
Safari park's luxury lodges opening delayed until Easter 2021
The opening of West Midland Safari Park's new luxury lodges has been delayed until next year due to coronavirus.
Minneapolis Police Station Set on Fire Amid Protests Over George Floyd's Death - Video
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has earlier activated the National Guard amid protests in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd, an unemployed African-American...
COVID-19: Dutch ban transport of mink after farm workers infected
THE HAGUE: Dutch authorities on Thursday (May 28) announced a nationwide ban on the transport of mink after mink farm workers were believed to ...
MP Suzanne Webb backs plan to honour key workers
Plans to honour key workers for their efforts in fighting the coronavirus pandemic have been backed by a Black Country MP.
Emergency health transport can carry surprise big bills
Money is the last thing on anyone's mind during a medical emergency, but new research shows many patients could be hit with huge bills for that ambulance drive or helicopter flight to the hospital.
Incidents of murder, attempted murder and culpable homicide down across Lanarkshire
The figures from Police Scotland are taken from the last year.
Wipro appoints Thierry Delaporte as new CEO and MD
Wipro's 3-month old leader hunt comes to an end
South Korea limits school numbers over virus spike
SEOUL, May 29 — South Korea today imposed limits on the number of pupils going to schools in and around Seoul as officials scramble to tackle fresh coronavirus cases that threaten the country's success in containing the epidemic. Only one in three pupils at kindergartens, elementary and middle...
KCSE & KCPE Exams to be Held February 2021 - Magoha Taskforce Proposes
They suggested that examinations to be taken in February 2021 and schools to be re-opened on...
MP Rigathi Gachagua's Bank Accounts Frozen
The government went after accounts owned by the legislator, a close ally of Deputy President William Ruto after he was...
U.S. Stock Market Regains Lead As Top Global Performer For 2020
The leadership switch knocked China's equity market to second place at the close of trading in the U.S. on Wednesday, May 27. After leading SPY on a year-to-dat
In Senegal, the struggles of a small airline during coronavirus
Launching an airline in Africa is a notorious challenge in a continent and sector where opportunities are often crimped by regulations and national champions are dominant.
On this day 2016: Tony Bellew becomes WBC world cruiserweight champion
Bellew won the title at Goodison Park four years ago.
Protesters set fire to US police station following arrested black man’s death
George Floyd’s neck was kneeled on by a police officer during his arrest.
Protesters set fire to US police station following arrested black man’s death
George Floyd’s neck was knelt on by a police officer during his arrest.
Andhra govt releases funds to Zilla Parishad School in Nidamanuru of Krishna district
The government of Andhra Pradesh headed by chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has reportedly sanctioned Rs. 93,46,782 / - for the development of the Zilla Parishad School in Nidamanuru village of...
France opposed guidelines on EU presidency sponsorships
Internal document shows diplomats questioned whether the secretariat of the Council of the EU was legally allowed to write guidelines on the financing of the six-month rotating EU presidency activities.
Covid-19 lockdown providing ideal environment for abusers as Women's Aid reports jump in calls during pandemic
Experts say Covid-19 restrictions are providing the ideal environment for abusers to exert their power and that partners are using the lockdown as a “weapon” against wives and girlfriends
EU Commission aspires for treaty change on health
The European Commission has proposed a €9.4bn stand-alone programme dedicated to health known as EU4Health. The proposal is touted as a first step towards a possible Treaty change when it comes to health.
China faces mounting pressure over Hong Kong security law
The US, Britain, Canada, and Australia lead criticism of the planned law, which would punish secession, subversion of state power, terrorism, and acts that endanger national security
(Photo) Nike to release LeBron 9 Low “Liverpool” shoe, inspired by the Reds’ new home kit
Nike x Lebron are said to be set to release a new shoe before 2021 which looks inspired by Liverpool’s 2020/21 home kit. Originally released in 2012, the LeBron 9 Low “Liverpool”, as labelled…
Explained: How desert locusts made its early arrival to India and how serious would it
Many know that desert locusts, also known as Schistocerca Gregaria, normally live and breed in desert regions. It is during this time, they require bare ground to lay eggs. With this keeping in mind, these locusts can breed in Rajasthan but not in the Indo-Gangetic plains.
After multiple deaths on Shramik trains, Railways asks people with co-morbidities to avoid commute
After deaths of migrant labourers were reported on the special Shramik trains over the past few days, the Ministry of Railways on Friday issued an advisory asking people with co-morbidities to avoid travelling through the trains, unless necessary.
AP 2020 2nd Inter exam dates announced; to be conducted on June 3rd
The exam for Modern Language II and Geography II were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Police across US speak out against Minneapolis custody death
Authorities say George Floyd was detained Monday because he matched the description of someone who tried to pay with a counterfeit bill at a convenience store, and the 46-year-old resisted arrest.
'We just got shot at': Shots fired during protest near Capitol in Denver
Gunfire near the state Capitol building in Denver sent protesters running Thursday night.
Minneapolis officer charged over black man's death
Derek Chauvin, one of four US police officers involved in the arrest of a black man in Minneapolis, who died after being pinned with a knee to the throat, has been arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter.
Taylor Swift Calls Out Donald Trump Directly for “Stoking the Fires of White Supremacy and Racism”
She even tagged him in her tweet, a first for a singer once criticized for being politically silent.
Chuck wants all JPs to fall under one umbrella
WESTERN BUREAU: THE SITUATION which sees some parishes having two separate organisations representing justices of the peace (JPs) is poised to become a thing of the past, as Justice Minister Delroy Chuck has issued an edict to end the practice and...
Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged
President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally
Five-man panel to study locust threat to Telangana
Chief minister tells his staff to stand ready with pesticide if the swarms come south
Lagos state govt approves COVID-19 cash transfer for residents
In a matter of weeks, the payment of the beneficiaries cleared in the first phase of the programme in the Lagos state’s social register would commence promptly.
Donald Trump signs an executive order aimed at curbing social media censorship
Earlier this week, Twitter flagged two tweets by Donald Trump. In response, President Trump has signed an executive order that seeks to limit liability protections of social media companies.
With migrants returning, state records highest single-day jump in positive cases — 344
On Wednesday, the total number of positive cases was 4,192, while it rose to 4,536 on Thursday.
Some couples unfazed as registry weddings fall
COVID-19 has put many significant events on hold, but many couples have remained determined to tie the knot. The Registrar General’s Department (RGD) offers registry weddings at 10 locations islandwide and has been an ideal option for scores bound...
Poker day paid tribute to tragic Perth youngster Ava (8) and raised thousands for a worthy cause
Ava Soutar died in February after contracting meningitis.
Don Conroy tells how career is soaring age 70 and believes being forced to retire at 65 is ridiculous
Exclusive: The iconic Irish TV personality is making a virtual comeback!
West Bengal: Students likely to attend classes on alternate days after schools reopen, says education minister
The state-run schools are slated to reopen after June 30, said Partha Chatterjee
George Floyd death: Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged police killing
George Floyd, 46, was seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck. The African-American man's death has led to days of protests and unrest.
Healthcare workers want dual coronavirus, hurricane plan
WESTERN BUREAU: With the 2020 hurricane season looming on the horizon and most of the nation’s healthcare workers absorbed in the fight to stem the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, stakeholders in the healthcare sector want the Government to make...
US indicts North Koreans, Chinese over money laundering
WASHINGTON, DC: The US Justice Department indicted 28 North Koreans and five Chinese on Thursday (May 28), for operating a money laundering ring ...
Meghan McCain Explains Why She Never Talks About Her Pregnancy Online!
As fans know, Meghan McCain is currently expecting her and husband Ben Domenech's first child together but The View co-host rarely shares anything
Sales soar in the sunshine as beer lovers drink at home
Beer sales are soaring as people enjoy the summer lockdown in their gardens.
Theaters may reopen, curfew gets a cut: COVID-19 Task Force
Return to movie theaters and start your day earlier – or slink home pre-dawn sooner – when restrictions are lifted Monday Health officials today announced that cinemas are among venues which may resume business as coronavirus infections wane,...
Caution needed on cross-country Covid-19 comparisons
Countries across the world currently report widely different mortality experiences with Covid-19 and this results in apparently very different disease impacts being reported in different countries.
Australia's 'war cabinet' shifts focus to jobs: PM
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia’s “war cabinet” will meet every month to focus on bringing unemployment down after successfully slowing the spread of the novel coronavirus, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Friday.
France reopening bars and parks next week
Bars, cafes, restaurants, and parks in France are to reopen on 2 June, marking the latest stage in lockdown-easing measures of one of Europe's strictest regimes, French prime minister Edouard Philippe said Thursday. "Freedom will become the rule, bans the...
After Trump claims he spoke to Modi on China, New Delhi says last contact on April 4 over HCQ
US President Donald Trump had claimed he had spoken to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was “not in a good mood” about what is going on with China.
Tivoli incursion: ten years on | Soldier thought he’d never see kids again
A Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) soldier who was battling for the State and his own life during the May 2010 Tivoli Gardens incursion says he thought he would never see his kids again. During a recent interview with The Gleaner, the military man, with...
India coronavirus death toll passes China's
NEW DELHI, May 29 — India's coronavirus death toll passed neighbouring China's today, with 175 new fatalities in 24 hours taking the total to 4,706, according to official data. India, home to some of the world's most packed cities and a creaking healthcare system, is emerging as a new hotspot...
On this day in 2015: James Anderson joins the 400 club
The swing bowler completed the landmark at Headingley.
Ethiopia's security forces accused of torture, evictions and killings – report
Prime minister Abiy Ahmed has been lauded for his democratic reforms. But Amnesty International are now urging him to investigate allegations of serious human rights abuses
Trump considering legislation that may scrap law that protects social media companies
President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has long protected internet companies, including ...
Buhari submits Nigeria's budget to parliament
The proposal sent to both chambers of Parliament on Thursday is only marginally lower than the record 10.59 trillion naira budget approved in December by Buhari. It follows the inclusion of new items,
May Pen Hospital outpatient department gets needed facelift
Thanks to Kaleidoscope Paints, the May Pen Hospital outpatient department now has a fresh, clean look. CEO of the hospital Andrade Sinclair told The Gleaner that the building was in dire need of a facelift as it had not been painted in three...
Tribute to Waheed Bakare - The Nation Nigeria
My tribute to Waheed will not be completed if I do not mention that he was humane, kind-hearted and generous. Many people have wrong impression....
EXTRA: Buhari trusts women more than men, says Garba Shehu
Garba Shehu, spokesman to President Muhammadu Buhari, says the president trusts more women than men.Garba Shehu, spokesman to
Trump move could scrap or weaken law that protects social media companies
President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has long protected internet companies, including ...
Bet on agrarian theme as rural economic recovery will stand out: Mukul Kochhar
‘We have had a very good winter harvest this time
Coronavirus cases spur California county to stall reopening | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
SACRAMENTO, Calif. >> The first California county to backpedal on its reopening plan wasn’t one of the urban areas that agitated to reopen or a coastal area where beaches draw crowds but a remote outpost that didn’t have a single known coronavirus case until last week.
Goodwin urges players to use mental health service to cope with challenges of lockdown
‘The more we talk about it, maybe it lifts that stigma.’
Football: AC Milan president opposes plan to restart with Cup matches
AC Milan President Paolo Scaroni says he is opposed to plans to restart the Italian season by playing the Coppa Italia semi-finals and final in ...
Coronavirus updates: With 1,65,799 cases, India now ninth worst-hit country in world
Death toll rises to 4,706; Bengal minister tests positive; two floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed
Hearts owner admits Daniel Stendel could leave if relegation stands
Daniel Stendel is contractually free to leave Tynecastle unless Budge can succeed with a reconstruction plan.
'Eeb Allay Ooo!' movie review: The kingdom of monkeys
Prateek Vats explores politics, nationalism, religiosity, bigotry and struggles of the working class in a non-judgemental tale about Delhi’s primate repelling business
EFL confirm when Bristol Rovers, Sunderland, Portsmouth and rest of League One will vote on season
The EFL recently proposed a framework that would see final positions be decided on an unweighted points-per-game system
The New Zealand Dance Company Appoints World Class New Leadership Team
The Board of the New Zealand Dance Advancement Trust today announced the appointment of former Nederlands Dans Theater chief executive Janine Dijkmeijer as The New Zealand Dance Company’s (NZDC) Executive Director; and renowned dance artists and directors Victoria (Tor) Colombus and James O’Hara, as Co-Artistic Directors.
‘Wicked and unrepentant’ paedophile, 78, who raped and sexually abused two girls dies of cancer in jail
FORMER soldier Roger Lee, 78, passed away in a hospice days after being transferred from Risley jail, in Cheshire. He had been suffering from cancer. His death is not being treated as coronavirus related.
Fort Campbell soldier arrested with 15 pounds marijuana in vehicle
Tennessee cops seized 15 pounds of marijuana in a car belonging to a Fort Campbell soldier.
Man gets 2 life terms for rape and murder of partner's daughter, aged 9
A man who raped and murdered his partner's 9-year-old daughter has been sentenced to two life terms in jail after he pleaded guilty to the charges.
Tories press First Minister as she confirms patients leaving hospitals and prisoners up for release will not be routinely tested for coronavirus
Patients leaving hospitals and prisoners awaiting release will not be tested for coronavirus as standard, the Scottish Government has reaffirmed.
Dramatic moment gunman opens fire in middle of street and machete maniac chases victim after crash
THIS is the shocking moment a gunman opens fire in a street and a machete-wielding maniac chases the victims of a car crash. Cops have released the horrifying footage in a bid to track down the two…
Diane Dodds – Furlough changes incredibly difficult for some firms in NI
Around 200,000 people have taken part in an unprecedented official initiative to save jobs during the lockdown.
Emblem3’s WESLEY Shares Inspiration Behind New Song ‘Wishes’: ‘Family Is Everything’
WESLEY, aka Wesley Stromberg of Emblem3, has a new song and he reveals how his family life inspired 'Wishes'
Self-employed scheme extended as Chancellor details furlough changes
It comes after Boris Johnson announced a gradual easing of the lockdown in England, with friends and families able to meet in parks and gardens.
Israel looks to export its coronavirus coping skills
Use of distance diagnostics, blood analysis, mobile phone tracking and tracing and mandatory wearing of face masks are among measures credited with giving the Jewish state an official COVID-19 death toll of around 280, equivalent to 31 per million inhabitants.
North Sea green-hydrogen project welcomes a new partner
Neptune Energy (London) and DEME Group (Zwijndrecht, Belgiujm) have announced that DEME Offshore is joining the PosHYdon offshore hydrogen pilot as partner
Taylor Swift accuses Donald Trump of ‘stoking the fires of white supremacy’
The singer said that the President would be voted out in the upcoming election.
Valak malware steals credentials from Microsoft Exchange servers
Classified initially as a malware loader, Valak has morphed into an information stealer that targets Microsoft Exchange servers to rob email login credentials and certificates from enterprises.
Sony to host a PS5 live-stream reveal showcasing first look at games to come
Sony has announced that it will host a live-streaming event next week revealing a first look at what will be available to play on the PS5 after its launch
Sweden excluded as neighbours Denmark and Norway ease travel restrictions
OSLO/COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Norway and Denmark will allow tourists to travel between the two countries from mid-June, their governments announced on Friday, although border crossings with Sweden, where the number of COVID-19 infections is higher, will remain restricted.
SA company probed for non-delivery of PPE to Botswana, bank account frozen
The companies ordered the equipment from Proverbs Medical (Pty) Ltd and paid R1 million but allegedly did not receive the goods.
Horse Racing Ireland publishes programme for jumps fixtures
There are 24 National Hunt meetings planned for 12 racecourses.
Tamil Nadu CM to invite 13 prominent tech companies to invest in state
The move is aimed at cashing in on the opportunities arising with companies planning to exit from countries like China and looking to relocate their manufacturing activities to countries like India
Akwa Ibom Assembly suspends two local government chairpersons
The chairpersons of two local government areas in Akwa Ibom State have been suspended indefinitely from office by the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly.
Cool Ranch Doritos return after consumers lament their 'mysterious' disappearance
Cool Ranch Doritos are re-emerging on store shelves after they 'mysteriously' became scarcer during the pandemic.
Factbox: Some options open to Trump in response to Hong Kong crisis
(Reuters) - China’s parliament is moving forward with national security legislation on Hong Kong after mass protests last year, raising fears the territory will lose the autonomy that enabled it to remain a global financial center after British rule ended in 1997.
Secrecy on legislator’s COVID-19 illness roils Pa. statehouse
The Pennsylvania Legislature has continued to meet during the pandemic under rules that permit lawmakers to vote from home or from their Capitol offices, or to vote in person.
Man arrested after police seize '£300,000 worth' of cannabis plants
Police officers forced entry into an address in Stapleton Road
Woman who claimed Breastcheck was negligent in her screening loses High Court case
Six months after receiving a normal screening result, the Wexford mother-of-two was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Venezuela's official virus data is 'absurd': HRW and Johns Hopkins
Venezuela's low case count and death toll from the coronavirus are likely false and could in fact end up being thousands of times higher, according to the Human Rights Watch (HRW) and Johns Hopkins University.
Manchester City Women boss Gareth Taylor welcomes the pressure of his new role
Taylor replaced Nick Cushing as boss of the Women’s Super League club.
Two-thirds of Brits pledge to do more for their local community when pandemic ends
A survey of 2,000 adults suggests the pandemic has brought people together, with two-thirds of those wanting to continue the community spirit when the crisis ends
Chinese Propagandists Compare Minnesota Riots to Hong Kong Protests
Chinese propagandists use the Minneapolis riots to score political points against the U.S., comparing them to the Hong Kong protests.
Stocks could trade 'drastically lower' on breakdown in trade between China and US, JPMorgan says
JPMorgan has turned cautious on equities after being bullish for months, according to an analyst noted published by Marko Kolanovic on Thursday....
SC to hear plea seeking replacement of word India with 'Bharat' in Constitution on June 2
The Supreme Court will hear on June 2 a plea which has sought a direction to the Centre to amend the Constitution and replace the word India with 'Bharat' or 'Hindustan', claiming it will "instill a
Coronavirus carers left 'in limbo' as Italian region vetoes budget rise
MILAN (Reuters) - Authorities in Lombardy, the northern Italian region at the centre of one of Europe’s worst coronavirus outbreaks, have rebuffed requests to top up health service budgets to cover huge increases in services from homecare operators.
VVS Laxman shares 'fond' memory of meeting Nelson Mandela
Off the field News: Batting great VVS Laxman on Friday shared a memorable photo on social media where he is seen meeting former South Africa President and anti-apartheid
The Last Of Us Part 2 Is Going For $49 In Australia
The Last Of Us Part II has been a long time coming. Since 2016, the game's existence has been teased with tantalising footage and heart-pounding trailers. Now, it's finally here — and it's set to light the gaming world on fire. If you're looking at grabbing a copy, you'll want the best deal around. Here's who has...
Kenya records 127 new Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours
17 patients have been discharged from hospital in the last 24 hours bringing the number of recoveries to 438
U.S.-Funded Health Website 'Spreading Misinformation' About Coronavirus
The U.S. government is funding a health website in Armenia that has published misinformation about COVID-19, according to the British investigative online publication openDemocracy.
Trump Executive Order Against Social Media Giants Denounced As Unlawful Ploy
by Jake Johnson, staff writer
Roof of relief camp for migrant workers crashes down in Bengaluru
Around 250 people were accommodated in the shelter, including infants waiting for the Shramik Special trains to their native towns in different North Indian states.
Hennepin County Attorney: There Might Not Be a Criminal Charge Here
The video of a Minneapolis police officer pinning an unarmed
HRI announces full jumps programme up to start of August
Three days of Galway Festival will be jumps-only
New self-employment grant and furlough details: What does it all mean?
Businesses will need to start contributing to furloughed wages and the self-employed can apply for a new grant from August.
UK coronavirus death toll increases by 324, bringing total to 38,161
A further 324 people in the UK have died after testing positive for coronavirus, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed. The latest reported deaths from hospitals, care homes and the wider community, brings the UK death toll to 38,161.
Netflix’s Italian Horror Series “Curon” Takes a Trip to a Mysterious Cursed Town This June [Trailer]
Another new original horror series is headed to Netflix next month with the arrival of “Curon” on June 10, 2020, an Italian production that received its first official trailer today. In the series, “Seventeen years after the tragic events that forced her to leave Curon, a woman returns home with her twin children. They soon […]
Mike Tyson was as dangerous as any heavyweight in history - but he must stay retired
Tyson is flirting with a boxing comeback at the age of 53 after posting videos of his training on social media
Indian entrepreneurs gave this many high paying jobs to America; US-India trade ties can help startups boom
The strengthening of US-India bilateral ties could be a major proponent for startups to flourish and both countries can benefit if more startups are encouraged to work in America.
Florida Lottery warns of scam targeting the elderly
The Florida Lottery is warning people of lottery scams making rounds across the country.
Prescriptions for anti-malarial drugs rose 2,000% after Trump support
A new study finds that prescriptions rose sharply for two anti-malarial drugs that President Donald Trump claimed could help prevent or treat COVID-19.
Trump's social media order expected to have agencies review whether Twitter, Facebook can be sued for content
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order Thursday designed—in theory—to make it easier to sue social media companies such as Twitter, days after the site placed a fact check label on ...
Take That live stream: how to watch the reunion concert tonight from anywhere for free
Special charity gig sees Robbie reunite with Gary, Howard, and Mark - here's how to watch the Take That concert live online and from anywhere tonight.
All dressed up, no prom to go to
BOSTON (Reuters) - Like Cinderella, Emily Appleton dreamed of going to the ball and dancing with her Prince Charming. But the coronavirus spoiled everything.
Taylor Swift accuses Donald Trump of ‘stoking the fires of white supremacy'
The singer said that the President would be voted out in the upcoming election.
Val Demings, former cop, asks Minnesota law enforcement 'what the hell are you doing?'
Rep. Val Demings, a top prospect to become Joe Biden's running mate, has unleashed on her former law enforcement colleagues after a night of unrest around the country sparked by police-involved deaths of African Americans.
Delhi govt for opening neighbourhood religious places, shops in malls on odd-even basis post May 31
However, the Delhi government is not in favour of allowing cinema halls, schools and colleges to open after May 31, when the fourth phase of the nationwide lockdown would end.
Migrants taking shelter at Palace grounds relocated due to rain
A roof of a shelter collapsed on Friday evening
'An Overseas Move For Lorch Would Benefit The Country…'
Orlando Pirates’ Thembinkosi Lorch supported in his wish for In an overseas move.
George Floyd death: CNN journalists arrested while reporting on Minneapolis protests live on air
Late Thursday in Minneapolis, cheering protesters torched a police station that the department abandoned as three days of violent protests spread following the death of George Floyd.
Modi not in 'good mood' over border standoff with China, says Trump
US president had earlier offered to mediate on the border dispute between India and China
Three feared killed, 15 injured in Anambra communal clash
No fewer than three persons have been reportedly killed and 15 others injured in a land tussle between Urum and Achalla communities in Awka...
Here's what the PC Gamer forum is hyped about this week
Summer proofing your PC, game bosses that we never defeated, and loading screens that don't completely suck.
How Disney Is Remaking The Magic Kingdom For Social Distancing
After officially shutting its doors in mid-March and furloughing staff, Disney World is planning its comeback, and has scheduled a grand reopening for July.
Indian Lake Apocalypse: Tonnes of Dead Fish Float in India's IT Hub Bengaluru - Video
New Delhi (Sputnik): Scores of dead fishes were found floating in India’s Kommaghatta lake in Bengaluru on Friday. Locals allege that the lake has become a dumping...
No prosecution over Covid-19 death of railway worker Belly Mujinga, police say
The 47-year-old was working at Victoria Station in London when she was allegedly spat at.
Couple swap Highland wedding for virtual promise ceremony
Amy Dickenson and Lloyd Dias had planned to marry at Dornoch Cathedral in the Highlands on May 25.
WATCH: Minneapolis Protests Devolve Into Riots, Police Respond With Tear Gas and Flashbangs
Minneapolis, Minn. — Riots once again broke out in Minneapolis
Greater Manchester councils still facing 'really scary' £400m coronavirus black hole despite bailouts
Andy Burnham described the situation as 'dire', while Bolton's Tory leader joined with Labour chiefs to call for more funding - but warned against being like 'Oliver with a begging bowl', always asking for 'more, more, more'
Gun violence in Birmingham on the rise as gangs emerge from lockdown - police boss
City hit by a series of street shootings with at least three incidents in two days
Falcons’ Kaleb McGary Says Protestors Are “No Better” Than Cops That Murdered George Floyd (DELETED TWEET)
(Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) Kaleb McGary probably wishes he never hit send on this next tweet. The Atlanta Falcons…
Louis van Gaal hits out at Manchester United's transfer policy
Former Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal criticises the club's transfer policy and says that they failed to sign the players that he wanted.
[Update 2: Metro Games] Google Stadia adds Jotun and Sundered, announces Elder Scrolls Online launch date, and rolls out 1440p streaming
Google Stadia is now adding a couple of games to their library as well as additional content for existing ones. Oh, and 1440p streaming too.
William Nadiope: The Kyabazinga who became Vice President
During his reign, rats invaded Busoga causing a plague. The colonial government passed a decree that required every Musoga to take a certain number of rat tails...
Watch live: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak
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The latest rules on cycling in Wales as regulations change for thousands of people
In light of the Welsh Government's new lockdown restrictions, the rules on golf have now also been eased
Banned driver led cops on Glasgow chase after being caught leaving lover’s home at 4am
A DRIVER banned for life who broke coronavirus measures and went on a five-mile police chase was jailed today for 16 months. Malcolm Hutcheon, 50, drove on three wheels in the latter part of the ch…
EU Releases 500 Million Euro Final Loan Tranche To Ukraine
The European Commission has approved the disbursement of the second and final 500 million-euro tranche of its macro-financial assistance to Ukraine.
Wage subsidy scheme opened up to women returning from maternity leave
People returning from maternity leave are now able to access the Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme.S...
Contact tracing indicates Campbellton COVID-19 cluster might have spread to other parts of N.B.
New Brunswick's chief medical officer of health said the Campbellton cluster of COVID-19 cases might have already spread to other parts of the province.
Softbank-backed Coupang under scrutiny after South Korea warehouse virus outbreak
Deluged with online orders as the coronavirus epidemic swept South Korea, e-commerce giant Coupang opened a new groceries warehouse and logistics ...
GoPro Labs gives users access to experimental features
The official GoPro Labs sandbox gives users access to tricks GoPro is testing behind the scenes.
No Eiffel, Mona Lisa or Versailles: Iconic sites stay closed
None of France's three most iconic tourist sites will reopen when the country lifts most of its remaining coronavirus lockdown restrictions next week. Some of Europe's other major cultural sites are also taking their time to reopen.
Are Jobs Returning In Reopened States?
States open the longest have been a mixed bag.
Parents accused of torturing daughter, 3, after going on Russia’s answer to Jeremy Kyle to blame sibling for bruises
PARENTS are accused of torturing their three-year-old daughter after shocking images emerged of their her eyes completely black. The girl’s parents are being investigated after they appeared on a …
Larry Kramer’s visionary crusades
Playwright and pioneering AIDS activist Larry Kramer passed away on May 27. He was 84. His body of work includes the seminal play, The Normal Heart, which opened off-Broadway in 1985 in New York’s Pub
Greece: Tourists from 29 countries can fly in as of June 15
Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.
PlayStation 5 not delayed, confirmed for global launch this holiday
In case you hadn't noticed the hype train for PlayStation 5 has kicked in to gear, we're getting a new look at the console and hopefully some games on June 4th, and Sony Interactive Entertainment's pr
HC grants bail to 126 accused in Padarayanapura case
The Karnataka High Court on Friday granted bail to 126 accused persons connected to the cases of attack on health workers and the police in Padarayanapura last month.Justice John Michael Cunha passed
Travel outlook uncertain, demand may fall amid Covid-19 crisis: Vistara
Domestic air travel resumed on Monday after a span of two months and a majority of passengers in the first four days were those, who were left stranded in different parts of the country.
USD/CAD: CAD’s best days are behind it – TDS
The Canadian dollar has pulled its US counterpart to 2, ½ month lows at 1.3710, the FX Analysts’ team at TD Securities, however, are sceptical about f
Prosecutor: Officer laid on George Floyd’s neck for almost nine minutes
The officer held a knee to Floyd's neck for nearly three minutes after he became unresponsive.
Noel Clarke claims co-stars ‘never spoke up’ when he was left off film poster
He shared the poster for Fisherman's Friends.
Couple swap Highland wedding for virtual promise ceremony
Amy Dickenson and Lloyd Dias had planned to marry at Dornoch Cathedral in the Highlands on May 25.
Cruz calls for criminal investigation into Twitter over alleged Iranian sanction violations
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) on Friday called on the Trump administration to open a criminal investigation into allegations that Twitter had violated U.S. sanctions on Iran.
Five fun things to do outdoors in Scotland during lockdown phase one
Scots are now free to travel to meet friends and family but have been advised to stay local.
South West Food Hub launches to help those feeding the nation
The initiative is supported by local organisations including the Heart of the South West LEP, the University of Exeter, Exeter City Futures, POM Support and the National Farmers' Union (NFU)
Ben Garner reveals why he's handed Bristol Rovers defender once linked with West Ham a new contract
The Scottish left-back has been with the Gas since 2017 and signs a one-year deal to remain at the Mem
CIL’s coal allocation under e-auction for non-power sector up 3-folds in April
Coal India Ltd (CIL) had allocated 1.20 MT of dry fuel to the sector under the scheme in April 2019, as per latest government data.
South Korea limits school numbers over virus spike
South Korea on Friday imposed limits on the number of pupils going to schools in and around Seoul as officials scramble to tackle fresh coronavirus cases that threaten the country's success in containing the epidemic.
Police told in 2011 that Nova Scotia gunman wanted to ‘kill a cop,’ document says
The document, first obtained by the CBC, says the man was investigated for uttering death threats aimed at his parents in June, 2010, which led police to conclude he may be in possession of several rifles
The UK is cracking down on sales of fraudulent ‘anti-5G’ USB sticks
Police in the UK are attempting to stop the sale of a £283 USB key that claims to protect against the supposed dangers of 5G spectrum.
Chelsea hesitant about Timo Werner’s price: Pickiness or stinginess
The Timo Werner saga continues with Chelsea and other English clubs unwilling to match his buyout. Is that pickiness or stinginess on the club's side? Timo...
EUR/USD seen at 1.05 on a 3-month view – Rabobank
The euro rally o=bserved over the last two weeks has been fuelled by the coronavirus stimulus proposal says the FX analysts’ team at Rabobank, who see
Two Tesco workers drown after one rushed into river to save the other on day out
The two men who died in Bath, Somerset, have been named by a friend as Velly Sousa, 24, and 20-year-old Samuel Fernandez who worked for the supermarket giant in Swindon
England ask 55 players to return for training
A group of 55 England cricketers have been asked to return to training to prepare for the start of the English summer season that was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the England and Wales Cricket
Wearable device shipments increased nearly 30 percent YoY in Q1
Notably, IDC said growth was disproportionately spread across various form factors of wearables. The earwear category grew an impressive 68.3 percent and accounted for 54.9 percent of the entire wearables market. Fitness trackers, meanwhile, grew by 16.2 percent during the same period.
Yogesh (1943-2020): Stories in a song
Veteran lyricist Yogesh, who penned many hits for films like Anand, Mili and Rajnigandha, passed away in Mumbai on Friday. He was 77
CMO to ‘chase’ single window clearances for building permissions
TS-bPASS would come into operation from June 2
Manchester City Women boss Gareth Taylor welcomes the pressure of his new role
Taylor replaced Nick Cushing as boss of the Women’s Super League club.
Trump signs executive order on social media cos
Order calls for new regulations on companies’ liability
Trump strips Hong Kong privileges, curbs students in volley on China
President Donald Trump said Friday he would strip several of Hong Kong's special privileges with the United States and bar some Chinese students from US universities in anger over Beijing's bid to exert control in the financial hub.
In reversal, Birmingham extends face mask ordinance to June 12
Less than a week after announcing that the city’s face covering ordinance would expire at midnight on May 29, the Birmingham City Council, during a special called meeting on Friday, extended the ordinance until midnight on June 12.
Driver jailed for mowing down stranger and launching 'brutal' crowbar attack
‘If it wasn't for the bravery of the man who restrained Ahmed and other members of the public who quickly called police, his victim may not have survived.'
5 more, including 2 remand prisoners, test positive in capital
Two came from abroad, while one from another State
Ravens, Judon compromise on franchise tag
The Baltimore Ravens and linebacker/defensive end Matthew Judon came to a compromise on the worth of the franchise tag.
How to use Telegram channels for business
Online chatting and talking with or friends and family has become one of the essential things in one person’s life. We spend our time talking with people online more than
Denzel Washington Labelled A ‘Hero’ After VIDEO Of Him Intervening Between Homeless Man And Police Goes Viral Amid George Floyd Protests
In the wake of George Floyd protests, a video of Denzel Washington intervening between a homeless man and police has gone viral. Twitterati labeled him a hero, check it out!
Would choose Jadeja & Bravo as lockdown partners: Raina
Cricket News: Suresh Raina said that he would choose Ravindra Jadeja and Dwayne Bravo as his Indian and overseas quarantine partners from among his Chennai Super Ki
The PlayStation 5 reveal event is coming on 4th June
Sony have announced the date and time of the PlayStation 5 reveal event, inviting us all to tune in and watch at 9PM BST / 10PM CEST on 4th June.https://twitter.com/PlayStationEU/status/1266384290
Chancellor extends coronavirus support for self-employed but for the final time
Rishi Sunak confirmed the scheme would not be coming to an end and that the self employed would be able to claim a grant for the second and final time
Hydroxychloroquine combination risky for cancer patients with COVID-19 -study
CHICAGO - Cancer patients with COVID-19 who were treated with a drug combination promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump to counter the coronavirus were three times more likely to die within 30 days than those who got either drug alone, U.S. researchers reported on Thursday.
UK coronavirus official death toll rises by 324 taking grim total past 38,000
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the updated toll at today's daily coronavirus briefing at Downing Street where he is expected to announced changes to the furlough scheme
Taylor Swift accuses Donald Trump of ‘stoking the fires of white supremacy’
The singer said that the President would be voted out in the upcoming election.
Nearly £5m will be spent relaunching scheme helping get region's rough sleepers off the streets and into safe accommodation during pandemic
Leaders agreed to spend nearly £5 million to relaunch A Bed Every Night
Spain lifeguards banned from giving kiss of life because of coronavirus risk
The Spanish life-savers hired to keep foreign tourists and other beachgoers safe on their summer holidays will instead be told to stick to chest compressions and a cardiac balloon pump
Children of Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga fear for father's life
PARIS (Reuters) - The children of detained Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga accused French authorities of violating his “fundamental human rights” on Friday, saying he has severe senile dementia among other ailments and that imprisonment could kill him.
Swab test on all inter-State passengers at Madurai airport
Till Thursday, the test was done only on Madurai-bound passengers
Valorant was played by nearly 3 million players a day during closed beta
While Twitch viewers racked up 470 million hours.
Scottish Government coronavirus adviser calls for policy on 'shielding' the elderly to be axed
Professor Devi Sridhar and Yasmin Rafiei wrote that there are serious ethical questions about hiding people away
SEOs and developers: Why they’re better together [Video]
Google’s Martin Splitt discusses his mission to provide both sides with the knowledge and vocabulary necessary to close the gap.
Twitter Hits Trump With Content Warning for Tweet 'Glorifying Violence'
Trump's tweet is now hidden, with Twitter's warning taking its place, and users must click through a link if they want to view it
Opinion: Who needs Parliament when Trudeau has a morning show to maintain?
The Prime Minister has sent the message that democratic oversight is of little concern to him
U.S. Indicts Chinese, North Korean Agents for Funding Nuclear Program
The United States indicted over two dozen North Koreans for funding Pyongyang’s nuclear and military expansion.
Ted Cruz Calls for Criminal Investigation of Twitter for Potentially Violating Sanctions Against Iran
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) has called on the Justice and Treasury departments to launch a criminal investigation of Twitter over allegations that the firm is violating U.S. sanctions against Iran.
France's Louvre museum to reopen July 6, Versailles June 6
PARIS (Reuters) - The Louvre museum in Paris will reopen on July 6, it said on Friday, as France’s historical and cultural sites emerge gradually from the coronavirus lockdown.
EU promises billions to help companies weather the impact of Covid-19
Investment will focus on healthcare, space, defence, digital and green technologies
White House Pushes Debunked Fraud Claims In Trump’s Anti-Vote By Mail Crusade
A federal judge has called the voter fraud claims “misleading” and “inaccurate.” But that hasn’t stopped top White House aides...
Study: Social Security Recipients Could Face Benefit Cuts This Decade
COVID-19 could result in benefits being cut even sooner than you think.
France's tourism industry asks itself: can we save summer?
PARIS/NICE, France (Reuters) - Serge Coeroli has given the shelves behind the bar of his Paris restaurant a new lick of paint, in anticipation of customers returning now that lockdown rules in France are easing.
Winners Of Counter-Strike Tournament Banned After The Event For Cheating
Cheaters get banned every day, but something you don't see too often is the cheaters getting banned after winning a tournament....
Brave bird hitches ride on unsuspecting eagle owl midflight
The eagle is three times the size of the black drongo.
Floyd protests: Minneapolis police arrest CNN crew live on air
Police in Minneapolis released a Black CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early on Friday morning during violent protests in the city.
Education Minister Dipu Moni to announce SSC results on Facebook Sunday
Education Minister Dipu Moni will discuss the different aspects of this year's SSC and equivalent examinations in a live stream on Facebook amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
British government approves large solar farm
May 29 (UPI) -- The British government approved plans for an 880,000-panel solar park north of Kent, which would make it one of the largest in Europe and causing a divide among environmental groups.
Lockdown 5.0: Public, private employees to resume work from June 8 in Bengal, says Mamata Banerjee
Announcing new guidelines for the fifth phase of the coronavirus lockdown, Banerjee said that religious places will reopen but schools will remain closed
Buses, playgrounds to return
School District 67 will be re-opening its playgrounds on June 1 at the same time as the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen, District of Summerland and City of Penticton, and will be running school bus services as well.
Spring 2020 the sunniest since records began – Met Office
This month is also set to be the driest May for 124 years.
Twitter has more tools to use against Trump, if it chooses
Twitter's moves to label or hide comments from President Donald Trump have escalated a feud between the social network and the White House, but there could be more to come.
The 5 Best Songs Of The Week
The best new songs of the week, featuring Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande, Freddie Gibbs and the Alchemist, and more.
No going back to normal way of working, Shropshire Council staff told
Permanent changes will be made to the way Shropshire Council operates when the country emerges from the coronavirus pandemic.
Britain pushing US to form 5G club of nations to cut out Huawei
Britain said Friday it was pushing the United States to form a club of 10 nations that could develop its own 5G technology and reduce dependence on China's controversial telecoms giant Huawei.
Why PSL Situation Is Different To Europe, Chiefs Doc Speaks
One of Kaizer Chiefs’ team doctors explained how Europe is different to South Africa in terms of planning for the resumption of football.
Official Attack on Titan Final Season Trailer Teases a Big War
Based on the popular manga series by Hajime Isayama, the official trailer for the fourth and final season of Attack on Titan is here.
Russian jets 'intercept' American bombers over the Black Sea - days after SU-27 fighters came within feet of a US spy plane over Mediterranean
Video circulating online purports to show a Russian fighter plane approaching one of two US B1-B Lancer aircraft over the neutral waters of the Black Sea.
Debate over $600 in jobless aid to intensify as claims rise
The money, included in a government relief package enacted in March, is set to expire July 31.
Rights Court Tells Armenian Judges to Take New Look at Ex-President’s Case
The European Court of Human Rights issued its second-ever advisory opinion Friday in the prosecution of a former Armenian president, saying a national court should decide whether the law he is charged under is more severe than the one it replaced.
Boy accused of defilement of another young boy opts for jury trial
The boy, now aged 15, faces two charges for engaging in oral and anal sex with a child under the age of 15.
Exclusive: Russia's Rosneft finds extended oil cuts painful - sources
Rosneft does not have enough crude to ship to buyers with which it has long-term supply deals, making it hard for the Russian company to continue ...
Manchester City Women boss Gareth Taylor welcomes the pressure of his new role
Taylor replaced Nick Cushing as boss of the Women’s Super League club.
COVID-19: Buhari issue an order for free access into Kogi - NMA
President Muhammadu Buhari has been called upon to issue an order for the granting of free access to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) in Kgo state.
Pakistan to setup national locust control cell to combat insects swarms
Speaking to reporters here, Information Minister Shibli Faraz said the efforts to control locusts were going on under a national strategy as there was a dire need to deal with it.
Taylor Swift Calls Donald Trump Out Directly for ‘Stoking the Fires of White Supremacy and Racism'
She even tagged him in her tweet, a first for a singer once criticized for being politically silent.
Take 2 for SpaceX's 1st astronaut launch with more storms
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — SpaceX pressed ahead with its second attempt to launch astronauts for NASA — a historic first for a private company — but more stormy weather threatened more delays.
Police arrest 251 illegal miners in Zamfara
The Zamfara State Police Command says it has arrested 251 alleged illegal miners, among them a Burkinabe, during a Sallah eve raid at the mining sites in the state.
Europe divided on pace of lockdown easing says Euronews poll
The desire to ease restrictions in Italy, France and Germany is tempered by anxieties about the ongoing risk of coronavirus infection, an exclusive Euronews survey shows.
'Some player' - Former Derby County striker urged to make Aston Villa transfer
Derby County news: Former Rams striker Weimann, now at Bristol City, has been told to move back to Villa Park by Aston Villa hero Gabby Agbonlahor on social media
Afghan Govt, Taliban Talks Continue on Release of Prisoners
Representatives of the Afghan government met with a five-member Taliban technical delegation for the second time in Kabul on Friday to discuss the issue of the release of prisoners, aimed a
PSEB 10th result 2020 out on pseb.ac.in: How to check class 10, 8, 5 marks
PSEB result 2020: For students who have been promoted without conducting exams, the mark sheets will have 'promoted due to coronavirus' written on them
Coronavirus: Seville derby to relaunch LaLiga season on June 11
Sevilla's home derby against Real Betis will be the first LaLiga game since the league was suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Arsenal complete signing of promising winger after successful trial
Arsenal have reportedly secured their first signing of the summer...
Taylor Swift Slams President Donald Trump for 'Threatening Violence' Amid George Floyd Protests
The singer directly called him out via Twitter on Friday.
Politics Briefing: Ottawa announces new funding for Indigenous communities
Plus: Globe launching new climate newsletter
Coronavirus Might Change Street Style Forever, According To One Expert
After years of capturing street style, fashion photographer Seleen Saleh decided to produce an anthology of her work, something that would act as both a tribute and time capsule of sorts. The end result is Street Culture, a vibrant collection of…
Rage in Minneapolis after George Floyd’s death — PHOTOS
Some held up signs with Floyd’s last words: “I can’t breathe.” Graffiti on city walls called police murderers. In a highly symbolic image, a protester carried a U.S. flag up...
Schools may remain closed beyond June 4 - Magoha
The decision on reopening schools, Magoha said, will be guided by data and evidence provided by the Helath ministry.
COVID-19: 82-year-old hypertensive patient recovers in Osun
Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo Osun State Government on Friday discharged an 82-year old widow who recovered from coronavirus, The PUNCH reports. The patient was said to have recovered after receivin...
15-Year-Old Causes Fatal Accident After Ramming Into Vehicle on Busy Road
From the photos, the student appeared to have suffered head and stomach injuries, leading to his untimely...
Powell: Fed to soon begin 'challenging' Main Street lending
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell acknowledged Friday that the Fed faces a major challenge with the launch in the coming days of a program that will lend to companies other than banks for the first time since the Great Depression. The Fed's Main Street Lending is geared toward medium-sized companies
SaskTel will continue to waive data overages until June 8
Starting June 9th, SaskTel says it will begin charging overage fees again. However, people's data caps should reset that day as well.
No surprise as Carlos Hyde will count $2.75 million against Seahawks’ salary cap
Hyde's signing became official this week, and the contract calls for him to make a base salary of $1.5 million with bonuses of $1.25 million that give it a salary-cap...
Premier League yet to make key decision which affects Aston Villa's survival hopes
The date of the Premier League’s return remains a provisional one for the time being, however; should a second spike of Covid cases emerge, then the threat of the league being curtailed will return
Taylor Swift Destroys Trump Over His ‘Moral Superiority’ & Vows To Get Him Voted Out In November
Taylor Swift destroyed Donald Trump on Twitter after he called for protestors in Minneapolis to be shot.
Centre asks states to streamline inter-state movement of personnel engaged in locust control
All states and union territories have also been issued an advisory along with standard operating procedures (SOPs) for handling the locust problem, the agriculture ministry said in a statement. Locust control measures that started since April 11 are underway in affected states in northern India.
Father and sons build American flags for veterans and police officers
A father and his two sons build wooden American flags for veterans and police officers.
Crisis looms in NASS as over 4,000 staff demand implementation of revised condition of service
The industrial strike is afoot in the national assembly as over 4000 parliamentary staff including states’ houses of assembly have demanded..
79,001 flags strung together for world's largest knitted bunting
May 29 (UPI) -- Knitters from around the world submitted 79,001 yarn flags for an attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the world's largest knitted bunting, the British organizers of the effort said.
Shopian resident's sample tests positive for Covid-19 after death; J&K tally rises to 28
A day after his death, swab samples of a 70-year-old man from south Kashmir’s Shopian district tested positive for the novel coronavirus, taking the death
Sonu Sood to the rescue of 117 Odisha girls! Provides airlift from Kerala; details
Bollywood actor Sonu Sood has yet again offered help to Odisha girls stuck in Kerala ever since the nationwide lockdown had been announced.
Military onslaught in north-west dangerous for Kaduna, says El-Rufai
Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has expressed fears that the ongoing military onslaught in the north-west could force bandits to besiege Kaduna State and compound the precarious security predicament facing the people.
Pataal Lok Finds Itself In Yet Another Controversy, Slapped With Legal Notice Over Negative Portrayal Of Sikhs
Amazon Web Series Pataal Lok has found itself in yet another controversy after Akali Dal leader Majinder S Sirsa has sent a legal notice to its creators for hurting the sentiments of Sikhs by showing them as rapists.
UEFA plan to play rest of Champions League 'in one host city with one-leg ties'
The Champions League and Europa League are currently suspended at the last-16 stage - but UEFA plan to host the next three rounds in one city amid the coronavirus outbreak
Test drive: The 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave is an off-road oasis of fun
An oasis of fun.
Lombardy remains a Covid-19 hot spot with Italy set to open regional borders
Nearly 40% of the country’s cases have occurred in the northern region.
LAC standoff | India-China border tensions unlikely to escalate, say former diplomats
The problem is because we have an undefined and undemarcated border with differing perceptions of the LAC, says M.K. Narayanan
COVID-19: Irish PM says good chance social distancing rule can be relaxed
Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar raised the prospect on Friday of halving social distancing rules from two metres to one if the rate of ...
Russia struggles to keep up in race for virus vaccine
Russia is among the countries racing to develop a vaccine but is no longer the vaccine developer it was in Soviet times and it is struggling to match virus research being carried out elsewhere.
USD/JPY extends rebound and prints fresh daily highs above 107.70
The USD/JPY pair broke to the upside after moving sideways for hours during 107.05 and 107.30. It climbed to 107.82, hitting a fresh daily high as the
Siri and Google Assistant Face Off in Speech to Text Comparison – Video
Siri and Google Assistant compared in a new dictation test, results show how the latter is way better in terms of transcribing speech.
Bride-to-be feared gun raiders would rape her in front of kids as they stole £100k gems in terrifying raid
A BRIDE-to-be feared armed robbers were going to rape her in front of her kids as they stole £100,000 worth of jewellery during a terrifying raid. Stacey Tomlinson, 35, was tricked into opening her…
Panjab University exam 2020 to be held from July; varsity issues SOPs, asks staff to download Aarogya Setu app
Panjab University said that it will be conducting the term-end examinations from July, publishes SOPs to be followed by students and exam invigilators
Vernon developer gets second chance to have heronry protections scrapped
A developer planning to build on a site adjacent to the well-known Vernon heron rookery will get a second chance to have certain environmental conditions sc
Sign of Some Upside Ahead for Boeing Stock
Boeing is one of the names most battered by the novel coronavirus, but with airlines starting to perk up, the stock could be a winner.
China says will counter any US actions over Hong Kong Bill
BEIJING: China said on Friday (May 29) it will take any necessary countermeasures if the United States insists on interfering in Beijing's ...
Gold Mining Stocks Flip From Losses To 5x Leveraged Gains
This 2020 gold price target of $3,000 is a little too aggressive in my view, but I would not be surprised if gold reaches this level at some point over the next
Police free CNN reporter arrested live on TV covering Minneapolis protests
WASHINGTON - Police in Minneapolis released a CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early Friday morning during violent protests in the city.
South Africa has backlog of over 96,000 coronavirus tests
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South Africa has a backlog of more than 96,000 unprocessed specimens awaiting coronavirus tests, the health ministry said on Friday, reflecting what it called a global shortage of test kits.
Chhattisgarh ex-CM Ajit Jogi passes away at 74; three-day mourning in state
Ajit Jogi, the first Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh passed away in Raipur on Friday. He was 74. A shrewd politician, Jogi had the knack of identifying opportunities quite early, but breathed his last
Pakistan’s efforts to target India at OIC foiled by Maldives, UAE
An attempt by Pakistan to create an informal group of Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Islamophobia has been thwarted by Maldives and UAE.
At least 35 detained at Moscow opposition protest
Russian police arrested more than 30 people in central Moscow on Friday on the second day that peaceful opposition protesters were detained during a city-wide lockdown.
Jolovan Wham is selling smiley face t-shirts to raise another S$1,001 for migrant workers
Jolovan Wham is selling smiley face t-shirts to raise another S$1,001 for migrant workers
Israel says it could reimpose restrictions after coronavirus cases rise
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Coronavirus infection rates have risen in Israel, particularly in schools, since the government began easing restrictions and it may reimpose them if the trend continues, the health ministry said on Friday.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp on ‘silly null and void stuff’ and why winning title at Anfield isn’t ‘that important’
Jurgen Klopp has given his thoughts on all things regarding the Premier League season returning, including neutral grounds...
Brighton eye friendlies to prepare for restart
Brighton are considering playing friendlies to prepare their team for the return of the Premier League.
Asia Today: S Korea has another 39 cases linked to warehouse
SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of — South Korea on Saturday reported 39 new cases of the coronavirus, most of them in the densely populated Seoul area where officials have linked scores of infections to warehouse workers. Figures from South Korea’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention brought national totals to 11,441 confirmed cases and 269 deaths. …
EU approves EUR 500 mln in macro-financial assistance to Ukraine
The EU has now provided Ukraine with EUR 3.8 billion in MFA loans since 2014.
Dance Collider will turn you into a buzzing, sweaty mess
emergeWorlds' punchy routines promise an intense workout.
Arsenal complete George Lewis signing after impressive trial
One for the future.
George Floyd and Derek Chauvin once worked overlapping security shifts
George Floyd and Derek Chauvin — the now-fired Minneapolis cop caught on viral footage pinning his knee on Floyd’s neck — once worked overlapping security shifts at a club in the city,
Brian Reade: The Brex Pistol Tories again prove they’re Rotten to their core
Cummings wants to be seen as the Johnny Rotten of Westminster, the elite-loathing maverick who spits on the Commons’ mace. Yet, like Johnson, yet he too went from public school to Oxford
Star Wars: Maverick could be revealed next week – rumor
It's possible EA studio Motive Montreal will reveal its new game Star Wars game, Project Maverick, as early as next week.
Govt to pay back $721m wrongly raised through robodebt
Finally bites the bullet.
Amazon driver shook ‘whingey’ one-month-old baby so hard tot suffered catastrophic brain injuries
A RAGING Amazon driver who shook a “whingey” one-month-old baby so hard he suffered catastrophic brain injuries has been caged for three years. Luke Thorp grabbed the tiny baby by his l…
Adorable boy, 7, throws prom for nanny after coronavirus canceled hers
Curtis Rogers staged the thoughtful event to cheer up babysitter Rachel Chapman after her end-of-school party was canceled
EXCLUSIVE: Benny the Butcher on Shady Not Signing Him, Shannon Sharpe Beef, Tekashi (Full)
Benny the Butcher came through for yet another VladTV interview, and this time around, he reacted to the impact of the coronavirus. He revealed tha...
‘Can govt. grant exemption to all factories from law extending working hours?’
The Karnataka High Court has directed the State government to explain if it can grant to all factories exemptions from the provisions of the Factories Act allowing the factories to extend working hour
Road construction: House of reps member wades into contractor, community crises
A member of the House of Representatives, Mrs Tolu Akande-Sadipe has waded into a misunderstanding between the contractor...
Modi Sarkar 2.0 first anniversary: BJP’s core agenda fulfilled, but COVID-19 throws bigger challenges
Article 370 was nullified by the government with Parliament passing a resolution to this effect as well in August, and the state was bifurcated into union territories.
Nike Running's Fastest Sneaker Ever Releases This Summer
The Air Zoom Alphafly NEXT% will speed into retailers over the course of June and July.
Truck loaded with LPG cylinders catches fire at Tikri, Jammu-Sgr highway closed
The vehicular movement on Jammu-Srinagar national highway was restricted temporarily after a truck loaded with liquified petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders
Mike Tyson was as dangerous as any heavyweight in history - but he must stay retired
Tyson is flirting with a boxing comeback at the age of 53 after posting videos of his training on social media
A season of surprises
Texas teacher Shanna Peeples got more than a degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. "... it gave me this integration of so many things and it let me write myself into more authenticity,” she says.
'India's aggressive designs dangerous for whole region'
AJK President Masood and PM Haider strongly condemn Modi's aggressive approach in the region
Cardi B Defended The Looting & Protests: “This Is What People Have To Resort To”
Following the nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd, the Minneapolis man who died after being pinned under a white police officer, Cardi B defended the protests and instances of looting on social media. In a video message shared on both…
63 deaths in 24 hours, Pakistan coronavirus tally 64,500
High court judge tests positive; two employees of state radio lose battle against virus
Monkeys steal coronavirus blood samples in India
A troop of monkeys in India attacked a medical official and snatched away blood samples of patients who had tested positive for the novel coronavirus, authorities said on Friday.
CAN urges FG to ensure immediate release of kidnapped Nasarawa State Chairman of association
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on the Federal Government to deploy all necessary resources to ensure the release of the Chairman of CAN, Nasarawa State, Bishop Joseph Masin, who was kidnapped on Wednesday night, May 27, 2020, by gunmen.
Twitter now allows users to schedule tweets, but there is a catch; Details
The announcement was made by Twitter via a video showing how to use the feature.
Active locust swarms in 11 districts, Centre to deploy choppers to spray pesticides
Active swarms of locusts were present in 11 districts spread across Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, prompting the government to step up control operations by deploying
Spring 2020 the sunniest since records began – Met Office
This month is also set to be the driest May for 124 years.
Irish PM says good chance social distancing rule can be relaxed
Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar raised the prospect on Friday of halving social distancing rules from two meters to one if the rate of coronavirus infections comes down further in a potential boost to still shuttered restaurants and pubs.
Some medics say they are muzzled in Egypt’s coronavirus response
CAIRO (Reuters) - At dusk on April 10, police entered an apartment in Qalyubia province, north of Cairo, and arrested ophthalmologist Hany Bakr.
Trump's feud with Twitter, explained in 30 seconds
The scuffle involves fact-checking, misinformation, and an executive order.
Rajya Sabha secretariat official tests positive for Covid-19
This is the fourth such case reported in the Parliament complex so far
Movement restriction: Court sentences six to two days of community service
A Mobile Court sitting in Benin City has sentenced six offenders who violated the Edo State Government’s restriction order on movement...
Lombardy remains a Covid-19 hot spot with Italy set to open regional borders
Nearly 40% of the country’s cases have occurred in the northern region.
Rajkot: Migrant worker waiting for bus crushed by garbage van
The incident took place in front of the bus station of Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) at Shashtri Maidan around 4 pm Thursday.
Torbay Council leadership challenged over secrecy
Conservative Chris Lewis said the council excluded the press and public “too often” when items could be discussed in public
45 trees uprooted due to heavy rain in Bengaluru
Over 45 trees were uprooted on Friday, which also proves the fact that the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has not pruned trees ahead of the monsoon season. Over the last one week, hundreds of trees fell due to heavy rain.
University of Limerick issuing €3.5million refund to students for on-campus accommodation rent
Each University of Limerick resident will recoup rent from the date they left their apartment or house
European, South Korean authorities vie for COVID-19 antiviral remdesivir
(Reuters) - European and South Korean authorities are vying for Gilead Sciences’ (GILD.O) potential COVID-19 treatment, remdesivir, even though the drugmaker has yet to gain regulatory approval in either market and is still ramping up production of the anti-viral drug.
European Tour’s restructured 2020 schedule may be “a glimpse into the future”, says chief executive Keith Pelley
The restructured European Tour schedule for 2020 might be less of a temporary arrangement to rescue events from the coronavirus but “a little bit of a glimpse into the future”, says Chief Executive Keith Pelley.
'Frightened' NHS tracer slams 'dreadful' system while waiting to make first call
EXCLUSIVE An NHS contact tracer is scared of speaking to her first coronavirus case more than 24 hours on from the 'shambolic' launch of the Test and Trace system
White-eared kob returns to Uganda
Previously, all UWA had of the treasured white-eared kob was a blurred photograph shot in haste without good light. The same species has lately been seen grazing...
Sony to hold PlayStation 5 reveal on June 4th; will show next-gen games
Sony has announced that they will be holding a PlayStation 5 reveal event next week to show off upcoming next-generation games on the new hardware.
Railways to operate 10 more passenger trains from June 1
Federal Minister for Railways Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed said on Friday that from June 1, around 10 additional passenger trains will begin operations.Talking to a private news channel, the minister said
Wife of JK Congress leader Soz moves SC against his house arrest
The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.
Dormant ‘zombie fires’ are burning in the Arctic again
Fierce fires that have lain dormant for months are igniting once again across the Arctic region. The so-called “zombie fires,” which are remnants of record blazes seen last year, may be
Carrie Underwood & Mike Fisher Open Up About Parenthood And Their Multiple Miscarriages In New Series
Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher will be celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary this summer, and they are the proud parents of two little boys -
No more OnePlus McLaren phones, the partnership has ended - Gizchina.com
A few days ago, reports indicating the end of the partnership between OnePlus and McLaren started to surface. The reason was that the smartphone maker ...
Memory Management Remains A Security Risk For Chrome, Other Browsers
As many as 70-percent of security risks in Chrome and other browsers arise from memory management problems. That's according to a recent report compiling
Amazon discontinues the Echo Look and migrates AI style recommendations to other apps and devices
Amazon has discontinued the Alexa-powered Echo Look as it migrates the connected camera's key features to other apps and devices.
Taylor Swift Tweets Directly at Trump: ‘We Will Vote You Out in November’
Responding to President Donald Trump’s threats of violence against protestors in Minneapolis, Taylor Swift tweeted, “We will vote you out in November,” her strongest statement yet on the 2020 election.
Large cruise ships barred from Canadian waters until end of October
OTTAWA — The cruise-ship season in Canada is all but sunk as Ottawa extends its ban on large ships in Canadian waters until the end of October in an attempt to contain COVID-19.
Pie Insurance Secures $127 Million Through Latest Investment Round
Insurtech startup Pie Insurance announced on Thursday it secured $127 million through its latest investment round. The companies that participated in the fundin
Global Covid-19 Tally Rises To Over 58.31 Lakh, Death Toll Crosses 3.6 Lakh Mark
The total number of people that have recovered from the disease has also increases to 24.3 lakh.
Woman hurt as car flips onto its roof in crash near A14
A woman has been injured in a collision with a lorry, which left her car on its roof on a slip road off the A14 in Bury St Edmunds.
Stormers confirm exit of 3 more players, Sharks sign Libbok
The loss of three young players isn't the kind of news Super Rugby Stormers fans want to hear, while Manie Libbok has decided to leave the Bulls.
Obama speaks out on George Floyd’s death: ‘This shouldn’t be normal in 2020 America’
Former President Barack Obama said that the death of George Floyd “shouldn’t be ‘normal’ in 2020 America.”
1,437 new coronavirus cases in Mumbai, 38 deaths
A BMC release said that the number of recovered patients also increased to 16,008 with 715 COVID-19 patients being discharged from various hospitals during the day. 832 new suspected patients were admittedto various hospitals in the city in the past 24 hours, it added.
Ensure release of Nasarawa chairman, CAN tells FG
Kayode Oyero The Christian Association of Nigeria has called on the Federal Government to deploy all necessary resources to ensure the release of its Chairman in Nasarawa State, Bishop Joseph Ma...
Senior Trump administration official used office for personal gain, probe finds | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BILLINGS, Mont. >> A senior Trump administration official misused his office for private gain by capitalizing on his government connections to help get a family member hired at the Environmental Protection Agency, investigators said in a report obtained by The Associated Press.
Emergency services rush to Pier Head for concern for safety call
Officers were called at about 3pm on Thursday afternoon
Couple swap Highland wedding for virtual promise ceremony
Amy Dickenson and Lloyd Dias had planned to marry at Dornoch Cathedral in the Highlands on May 25.
Locust invasion wreaks havoc on Pakistan's crops, orchards
An invasion of locusts has spread across Pakistan, officials said Friday, causing damage to crops and orchards and posing a threat to food security in an impoverished Islamic nation already struggling to tackle a virus pandemic that has caused more than 1,300 deaths.
Coronavirus in football: What has been cancelled? What is still taking place?
The Premier League is set to return on June 17.
IPOB accuses British govt of masterminding discriminatory activities against Biafrans
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Friday accused the British government of masterminding all the discriminatory activities Biafrans.
Amy Klobuchar's position on 2006 shooting by officer in George Floyd death 'could cost her VP role'
Amy Klobuchar's decision as a Minneapolis prosecutor in 2006 not to bring charges against the police officer filmed kneeling on the neck of George Floyd could cost her the role of vice president, critics have said.With Joe Biden asking Ms Klobuchar to undergo official vetting to be his running mate
In agony, families await DNA results of plane crash victims
Demand to be given another specimen so 'faster' tests may be conducted in Lahore
Coronavirus: Death of Belly Mujinga 'not linked to spit attack'
Police decide to take no further action over the death of Belly Mujinga, who died with coronavirus.
Trolls attack boy with epilepsy, 8, by sending him hundreds of flashing images
Several social media users reported having seizures as a result of the malicious posts.
Spring 2020 the sunniest since records began – Met Office
This month is also set to be the driest May for 124 years.
Car Captured Plummeting Down Ngong Hills as Hike Turns Tragic [VIDEO]
Almost immediately the vehicle started its free fall down the slope just as had been predicted...
Spanish dig unearths human remains in hunt for Irish rebel lord
VALLADOLID, Spain (Reuters) - Spanish archaeologists may have uncovered the final resting place of an Irish nobleman whose bloody 16th-century rebellion almost toppled Ireland’s English rulers.
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A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak
Polis says he’s working for more federal funding to local governments
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis said Thursday that he hopes the next federal COVID-19 relief package includes more funding for local governments in the state.
'I needed to do something': Hero soldier talks about stopping an active shooter by ramming him with his truck
Master Sgt. David Royer stopped an active shooter by slamming his truck into him and then went home to mow the lawn and spend time with his family.
OnePlus 8 series camera updates will bring color filters to portrait mode, improved white balance, and more
Last week, the folks at OnePlus had an online Open Ears Forum about the OnePlus 8's camera technology. They shared some upcoming features for the OnePlus 8.
Farming Community Network mark 25 years of supporting region's agriculture
Farmers across Devon have marked the 25th anniversary of the Farming Community Network (FCN), by walking 25 miles
West Rand active virus cases jumped to 244 in 8 days – Makhura
'The mining sector has contributed substantially to 21% of all the new cases in our province,' Makhura said.
Partygoer at Missouri’s Lake of Ozarks positive for COVID-19
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. (AP) — Health officials said Friday that they were seeking to “inform mass numbers of unknown people” after a person who attended crowded pool parties over Memorial...
Diane Dodds – Furlough changes incredibly difficult for some firms in NI
Around 200,000 people have taken part in an unprecedented official initiative to save jobs during the lockdown.
Trump And Twitter Continue Battle Over Free Speech
Trump and Twitter are at it again in a battle over Free Speech. Who get's to decide what is and is not censorship or misinformation? That depends on your
'Play-pods' of up to 12 children to be introduced in creches as they reopen from 29 June
These services will first be made available to children of essential workers and those experiencing poverty or welfare issues.
Trump executive order targets social platforms for 'editorial conduct' in moderation
U.S. President Donald Trump will reportedly sign an executive order as early as today that would modify Section 230 of the Communications Decency
Denmark and Norway Exclude Sweden From Travel Deal
The idea of travel bubbles, or travel corridors, is gaining traction with governments around the world as a way to restart international travel while limiting the risk...
GST hike in non-essential items ruled out
Govt says ‘no’ for printing notes to bridge deficit
Italy records 87 new coronavirus deaths, 516 new cases
ROME (Reuters) - Deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic in Italy climbed by 87 on Friday, against 70 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said, while the daily tally of new cases fell to 516 from 593 on Thursday.
Monkeys Escape With COVID-19 Samples After Attacking Lab Assistant
A group of monkeys reportedly attacked a laboratory assistant in Delhi, India and escaped with a number of coronavirus blood samples.
Xiaomi Mi Laptop in India to Focus on Creators, Students and Gamers - Don't Expect Affordable Price - Gizchina.com
Xiaomi is finally bringing its Mi Laptop to the Indian market. After seeing numerous teasers, we now have some insights on the product and the portfolio.
No fines issued over two large family gatherings tied to COVID-19 outbreak in Saskatoon
Province’s chief medical health officer says officials decided education and compliance were the right course of action
4 More Women Are Suing Harvey Weinstein for Alleged Sexual Assault
Four women filed a sexual assault lawsuit against convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein in New York City on Thursday; one of these women alleged that he raped her when she was “approximately seventeen years old.”
No prosecution over Covid-19 death of railway worker Belly Mujinga, police say
The 47-year-old was working at Victoria Station in London when she was allegedly spat at.
Feds provide more funds for Indigenous communities as GDP falls
The COVID-19 pandemic's economic toll came into sharper focus on Friday, while the federal government announced new funding to help remote Indigenous communities cope with the virus.
Polk schools looking for input on reopening schools in the fall
Polk County Schools is looking for input on reopening its schools in the fall.
Julia Roberts, 52, Disses Donald Trump By Wearing Barack Obama-Themed Protective Face Gear
Julia Roberts made a political statement when she stepped out in Los Angeles with a face mask, featuring Barack Obama's face.
Strong storms moving through with potential for severe wind gusts, hail and flash flooding
The unstable atmosphere continues to produce downpours and thunderstorms across the WBTV viewing area through the afternoon and evening hours.
TikTok Takes More Lives: 5 Boys Drown to Death in Ganga While Making Video
Police pulled out the boys from the river with the help of divers and took them to a trauma centre, where all five were declared dead.
Government conducts locust control operations in Rajasthan & MP, more attacks likely till July
As per FAOs latest bulletin on status of locust, in India, spring-bred immature adult groups and swarms continued to move east and to the central states of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
Trump claims Modi unhappy over China developments as he readies punitive action against Beijing
US News: US President Donald Trump said he had spoken to India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and claimed the latter is “not in a good mood about what is going
No prosecution over Covid-19 death of railway worker Belly Mujinga, police say
The 47-year-old was working at Victoria Station in London when she was allegedly spat at.
HBO Max witnesses 90,000 mobile downloads on first day, trailing rivals
That number is far less than the tally for Walt Disney Co.’s Disney , which attracted 4 million mobile users on its launch day back in November.
The A's will stop paying minor league players; will they become free agents? Nope.
The A's essentially have said to their minor-leaguers,
West Belfast father died from cancer days after meeting first grandchild
A WEST Belfast father has lost a year-long battle with cancer just two days after the joy of meeting his first grandchild.
South Korea Closes Schools AGAIN, 2 Days After Reopening, Following Biggest Coronavirus Spike
South Korea has closed more that 200 schools in the country just 2 days after reopening them due to due to a new spike in virus cases.
Women executives demand three month extension of free childcare
'Every woman who is offered a shift needs to be able to take that without any barrier, the barrier of childcare for women is significant for many, many households.'
Report: US considering charges against Venezuela's first lady
Four years ago, a minor player in the Venezuelan leadership was arrested in Colombia and extradited to the United States to face drug charges. He proved to be an important catch.
S.Africa: Update on DMRE interventions to combat the spread of COVID-19
South Africa's Department of Mineral and Energy Resources issued an update of the sector’s response to lockdown measures.
Anarchy Engulfs Minneapolis: Police, Firefighters Stand Down As Rioters Burn City to the Ground
[WARNING: This post contains some strong language]Our own Julio Rosas
Pasadena family mourns death of father from COVID-19, six days before 65th birthday
Antelmo Garcia was always careful about protecting himself, his family says. At work in the early days of the coronavirus outbreak, he asked to wear a mask and was told no. He died days before his 65th birthday.
Jordan's FM speaks to counterparts, warns about sovereignty - Middle East
Jordan’s Foreign Minister, Ayman Safadi, reiterates importance of two-state solution in conversation with US and British counterparts.
Will the US soon treat Hong Kong like china? Much is at stake
Hong Kong risks becoming collateral damage in the growing rivalry between China and the United States.
B.C. looks to staycations to save tourism
Destination BC has produced a draft plan for a June campaign launch if the provincial health officer approves of the next phase of the province’s restart
Covid-19 infection survey begins in Portugal
The Covid-19 National Serological Survey began on 25 May and aims to estimate the incidence rate of infection by the new coronavirus in the population residing in Portugal.
NYC bans the word 'alien' in laws, documents, opts for 'noncitizen'
New York City became the first major city in the U.S. on Thursday after the NYC Council removed the terms “alien,” “illegal immigrant” and “illegal migrant” from local laws, rules and documents and instead will be replacing them with the term “non-citizen."
Belfast solicitor warned by PSNI of 'imminent' attack
A prominent Belfast solicitor has been told by the PSNI that his home and business are under “imminent” threat of being attacked.
Let's talk about This Week at Bungie: May 28, 2020
Bungie begins to wind down for the end of Season of the Worthy and teases the arrival of the next Season of Destiny 2.
UFC’s Mackenzie Dern eager to atone for first loss
Women’s strawweight standout Mackenzie Dern will return against Hannah Cifers to kick off the UFC on ESPN 9 main card Saturday at the UFC’s Apex facility.
Women executives demand three month extension of free childcare
'Every woman who is offered a shift needs to be able to take that without any barrier, the barrier of childcare for women is significant for many, many households.'
Netflix may soon let you watch partially downloaded shows or movies
If you’re a Netflix subscriber, you know that you can download a certain number of episodes of TV shows or movies to your device so you can watch them even when offline, But sometimes, for one reas…
Officer fired after death of arrested black man subject of multiple complaints
Chauvin, whose driveway was splattered with red paint and the graffiti ‘murderer’, has not spoken publicly since Mr Floyd’s death.
ICC defers T20 World Cup discussion, English domestic season delayed
LONDON: The suspense over the fate of this year's Twenty20 World Cup in Australia continued on Thursday after the International Cricket Council ...
ISIS says coronavirus is 'God's divine punishment' and they are pleased the outbreak hit their enemies
In an audio broadcast posted on one of the militants' websites yesterday, the person on the tape identified himself as IS spokesman Abu Hamzah al-Quraishi.
Wreath laying ceremony to remember dead IRA man
The family of an IRA man killed almost 40 years ago will lay a wreath in his memory this weekend.
State could see $16 million in coronavirus costs through September, panel told
Health insurance claims for 47,000 state employees stemming from COVID-19 illness could cost the state more than $16 million through September depending on how extensively stay-at-home guidance and...
Lawyers for Myka and James Stauffer Release Statement Following Backlash About “Rehoming” Their Son
Myka and James said they didn’t know how difficult it would be to care for Huxley, who is autistic.
Amazon prepares Summer Sale to win back lost customers
With Prime Day reportedly delayed, the e-commerce giant might still flog some bargains soon
Help pours in but teen cyclist is happy to return to school
The story of the 15-year-old’s decision to buy a second-hand cycle and pedal from Gurgaon to Bihar’s Darbhanga, has touched many — from politicians to bureaucrats, business tycoons to NRIs.
Major Brisbane bridge closed this weekend, free tolls on offer
One of Brisbane's busiest bridges will be partially closed this weekend for maintenance.
Europe moves ahead with lockdown easing, but caution in Asia
In a bit of happier news in Asia, a Bali zoo names a newborn giraffe after the virus
Gujarat: Body of man found hanging exhumed after family raised doubts
The family immediately informed the police and demanded that the body be exhumed and the death be investigated. “The body had been sent for postmortem. Prima facie, it is a case of suicide. There are no signs of murder.
Rent Arrears Cases Almost Tripled During Pandemic
Three times as many people are reporting rent arrears during the pandemic.
China public security ministry pledges to 'guide and support' HK police
SHANGHAI, May 29 — China's public security ministry pledged to “guide and support” the Hong Kong police force after China's parliament approved a decision to impose a new national security law on the semi-autonomous territory. China's Ministry of Public Security (MPS) said it would use “all...
Ukraine's chief banker: Most of problems on labor market unrelated to COVID-19
The second cause is low productivity.
World Bank suggests possible extra replenishment of IDA lending arm
WASHINGTON, May 29 ― World Bank President David Malpass yesterday suggested the Bank and donor countries should explore a possible supplemental replenishment of the International Development Association (IDA) concessional lending arm if the coronavirus crisis deepens. In a letter to US and...
2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport long-term review: Introduction
The Disco Sport has all the makings to facilitate the lifestyle of a young, adventurous family. We’re going to put it through its paces in the long term to see if it meets the brief.
RNC chairwoman proposes convention safety protocols amid feud with NC governor
The Republican National Committee sent a letter to North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) on Thursday outlining safety protocols the party is ready to adopt so it can hold a full in-person national
Jammu Kashmir hit by 115 cases, 14 from Jammu, 101 Kashmir Div
Jammu Kashmir hit by 115 cases, 14 from Jammu, 101 Kashmir Div Highlights Cases include 3 pregnant women, hospital canteen worker With one death, COVID death toll in UT reaches 27 Dist Jammu reports 8 cases Total cases cross 2000 mark Jahangeer Ganaie Srinagar, May 28: Three pregnant women and a Canteen worker were among 115 […]
Jason Kenney faces criticism for incorrectly referring to COVID-19 as ‘influenza’
Alberta premier repeatedly said the novel coronavirus is a minimal threat to most people, while experts disagree
Elderly woman 'unable to get pension after refusing to remove face mask'
AN ELDERLY woman has claimed she was unable to receive her pension from a Post Office because she refused to remove her face mask.
Trump's Social Media Executive Order Would Turn FCC Into 'President's Speech Police,' Commissioner Says
The order is expected to be signed by Trump later on Thursday
Gilgo Beach Murder Victim Identified As Valerie Mack Two Decades After She Vanished
Partial remains discovered almost a decade ago on Long Island were officially identified as 24-year-old Valerie Mack by Suffolk County Police on Thursday, NBC News reported earlier today. Mack was ...
Bolsonaro urges Brazil's Supreme Court to shelve 'fake news' probe
President Jair Bolsonaro slammed Brazil's Supreme Court on Thursday for investigating an alleged disinformation and intimidation campaign ...
US joins G7 artificial intelligence group to counter China
The Trump administration had been the lone holdout among leaders of the Group of Seven — the world’s wealthiest democracies — in setting up the Global Partnership on AI.
DHQ: 188 terrorists, 411 bandits killed in May - The Nation Newspapers
At least 188 members of the Boko Haram and Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP) terror groups and 411 bandits have been killed by ...
The TV commercial, once advertising’s main event, suffers in the pandemic
Before the coronavirus pandemic, the TV networks were expecting a strong 2020. The presidential election and Tokyo Olympics would keep people watching, and companies would spend more than usual on commercial time.
Welcome to Cold War 2.0
The burgeoning conflict between China and the United States could escalate into an ideological competition that splits the world, and the latest fracas over Hong Kong's autonomy is a potential tipping point.
F90 BMW M5 facelift teased ahead of official debut
The G30 BMW 5 Series LCI (or facelift) only recently made its debut, and if you’re wondering why there’s no M5 variant in the line-up at the time of the
Twin Cities area faces third night of protests after death of George Floyd
The Twin Cities area is facing its third consecutive night of protests Thursday evening in response to George Floyd’s death.
Simple Job Process for Class IV to begin soon
Simple Job process for Class IV to begin soon No oral test for posts upto Pay Level 5 Recruitment process to start with Class IV vacancies HIGHLIGHTS Written Test marks to have primacy in selection No interviews No documents including Domicile certificate required at time of filling application form Additional weightage of 5 marks 1. For […]
Toll restoring services following ransomware attack | ZDNet
Confirms information accessed includes name, address, age, and payroll information such as salary, superannuation, and tax file number.
From being threatened by bikies to sitting with grieving mothers: how regional reporting shaped me
The newspaper I started out at is closing – it’s now a lot harder to tell important stories
NFL Insider Says 1 CFB Program Treated Scouts Worse Than Any Other
An NFL insider said there is one college football program that treated NFL scouts worse than any other. Here's who.
Covid-19: Form special cell for students, HRD Minister tells universities
Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' said that a task force has been created in UGC and NCERT to resolve the different issues of students
Most Shramik trains: Gujarat, Maharashtra to UP and Bihar
There are signs that the demand for Shramik Specials could be finally ebbing. On Thursday, for instance, merely 35 Shramik Specials were scheduled to depart from various parts of the country.
Eurovision hopeful James Newman on why he hopes to compete again in 2021
JAMES Newman was driving to the supermarket when he heard the news.
Pennsylvania Officials Admit Duplicate Ballots Were Mailed Out to Voters
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, officials have admitted that duplicate ballots were mailed out to registered voters.
Narendra Modi not in good mood over border dispute with China, says Donald Trump after speaking to Indian PM
US President Donald Trump has sensationally claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not in good mood due to the Chinese aggression at the LAC.
FSDC meet: Govt, regulators to step in with more liquidity measures
Both the Centre and the regulators have stepped up focus on “avoiding a prolonged period of dislocation in financial markets”, the council added.
Surat textile industry seeks govt help to stop migrant exodus
At least 60 per cent of the workforce is estimated to have left Surat since the Shramik Special trains started. According to Surat railway officials, over 6.80 lakh labourers have left Surat in 431 trains.
Beer company bashes Astros with new brew
(Reuters) - Major League Baseball fans deprived of the opportunity to heckle the Houston Astros for the 2017 sign-stealing scandal have been offered the chance to make their point from home by drinking a beer.
Scottish football, rugby hoping to move closer to return
Golf, tennis, bowls and fishing will be allowed to restart from Friday
Google cautions EU on AI rule-making
Google says that the EU's current definition of AI is so broad that it 'effectively puts all contemporary software potentially in scope'
RNC sends letter detailing safety conditions for 2020 convention, wants response from NC governor by June 3
The Republican National Committee has sent a letter to North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, detailing safety conditions for an August convention in Charlotte, and want a response by June 3.
Number of FDI projects in Northern Ireland fell last year, but report finds US investors largely unfazed by Brexit
THE number of foreign direct projects in Northern Ireland fell by 15 per cent last year, but a new survey from EY suggests overseas investment should remain relatively resilient despite the impact from coronavirus.
Alleged exam malpractices: Govt withdraws charges against Adeleke
The prosecution in the trial of former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, Senator Ademola Adelake, and four ...
Grunge survivor Mark Lanegan on new memoir Sing Backwards and Weep and why Liam Gallagher is 'not a bad person'
EVEN in the drug-filled, debauched annals of the rock and roll memoir, Mark Lanegan's Sing Backwards And Weep stands out.
Pharma chiefs see coronavirus vaccine by year-end, but challenges 'daunting'
LONDON, May 29 — Pharmaceutical company executives said yesterday that one or several Covid-19 vaccines could begin rolling out before 2021, but warned the challenges would be “daunting” as it was estimated that 15 billion doses would be needed to halt the pandemic. Well over 100 labs around...
NBN Co limits gigabit services to just 7 percent of HFC footprint
Similarly constrains access to 250 Mbps tier.
‘Borderlands: The Handsome Collection’ Is Free On The Epic Games Store For PC Until June 4
It contains 2 whole games and all associated DLC.
MPIC aid to help fight Covid-19 hits P348 Million
Infra conglomerate shows compassion via “Tulong-Kapatid” Makati, Philippines, 26th May 2020 - Donations of key anti-Covid 19 goods and initiatives, namely, food, water, medicines and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) and its subsidiaries, reached P348 million this week.
Banks free to do due diligence on guaranteed MSME loans
Banks and shadow lenders have been given the flexibility to do their own due diligence and restrict advances below the stipulated limit on sound business principles.
SEF simplifies procedures for residence permit applications
SEF will have simpler procedures for applications for the granting and renewal of residence permits, allowing them to “substantially” reduce service times at the counters for around 250,000 foreign citizens.
Horse racing: One app to fix the punting itch?
Horse racing in India is in a state of disarray, and the future does not seem much too promising either. In fact, some experts in the field conveyed that this could well be the end. The only solution, they say, is legalising online betting and creating an integrated application.
Boston Marathon cancelled for first time in its 124-year history; 2021 edition slated for 19 April
The Boston Marathon, originally scheduled for 20 April, was initially postponed in March and rescheduled for 14 September
McIlroy doubts 2020 Ryder Cup
World number one Rory McIlroy does not think the Ryder Cup will be played this year.
Kosovo's highest court rules new government can be formed without snap elections
Kosovo's Constitutional Court ruled late on Thursday that a new government can be formed without holding a snap election, a decision opposed by the caretaker prime minister's party, which has vowed s…
Don Lemon Erupts: ‘No One Wants to Hear From the Birther-In-Chief’ on George Floyd
CNN anchor Don Lemon unloaded on President Donald Trump after the Justice Department said Thursday that the president was “actively monitoring” the investigation of four Minneapolis police officers over the death of an unarmed black man, exclaiming that nobody “wants to hear from the Birther-in-Chief
For Muzaffarpur, child-killer disease a bigger scare even in Covid times
India News: Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district, which hit national headlines last year for the death of over 150 children from Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES), is now
Stranded in paradise: Hundreds of sailors stuck in Pacific
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — For as long as she can remember, 28-year-old Kristen Pankratz has shared in her dad’s dream to sail around the world. Life somehow always got in the way. But after giving up her advertising job in Dallas, she finally set sail with her parents in January.
Vancouver’s restaurant patios to expand onto sidewalks, curbside street spaces
The move is intended to help restaurants, now allowed to open with restrictions as part of British Columbia’s coronavirus pandemic plan, survive with less indoor seating
Officer fired after death of arrested black man subject of multiple complaints
Chauvin, whose driveway was splattered with red paint and the graffiti ‘murderer’, has not spoken publicly since Mr Floyd’s death.
Ford government signs agreement with York Region to extend subway line
A major step forward for the Yonge North Subway Extension.
Tamron Teases a New Versatile Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount
Tamron plans to keep expanding its lineup of excellent full-frame Sony E-Mount lenses. In a teaser released earlier this morning, the company showed off what looks to be a versatile zoom lens that will (rough translation) “delicately depict any scenery.”
THP identifies suspects involved in chase
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has identified two suspects involved in a pursuit in Knox County Thursday, May 21.
Co Tyrone teenager's tadpole growing proves to be TikTok hit
A CO Tyrone teenager has taken a novel approach to fulfilling her lockdown time by growing thousands of tadpoles.
Fears for Belfast airport jobs as easyJet confirms major cull of staff
DOZENS of airline staff could be axed at Belfast International Airport as part of a cull by easyJet as it struggles with a collapse in air travel caused by the virus pandemic.
Thomas Davis GFC, Newry runs to the aid of Southern Area Hospice
A world-wide charity initiative organised by the hard-working Thomas Davis GAA club in Newry has raised a hefty sum for the Southern Area Hospice in county Down.
Prosecutor asks for patience during George Floyd investigation: 'We have to get this right'
U.S. Attorney Erica MacDonald and Hennepin County Attorney Michael Freeman on Thursday asked for the public to remain calm as they investigate the death of George Floyd.Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, died on Monday in Minneapolis after a white police officer kneeled on his neck for several minutes.
UN chief warns leaders pandemic may cause historic famine
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns up to 1.6 billion people may be unable to earn a living unless action taken now
Indonesia's 'new normal' comes with infection risk
The Jokowi government is keen to get the country back to work but a surge in COVID-19 cases could be just around the corner.
Glazed or jelly? Doughnuts lure city-roaming Florida bear into trap | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
FORT MYERS, Fla. >> Glazed or jelly? A black bear roaming around a Florida city proved no match for the doughnuts that lured the animal into a humane trap.
Visitors to Belfast City Cemetery able to take virtual tour of the historic graveyard
VISITORS to Belfast City Cemetery are stepping back in time and journeying to the final resting place of famous and influential people through a virtual tour.
Industry chorus: Package not much help, govt must do the heavy lifting
The survey was conducted after the latest round of easing, and the respondents included large companies, regional trade bodies, and also some small and medium enterprises across the manufacturing and services sectors.
Why Nigerians must obey ban on inter-state travel - The Nation Nigeria
Nigeria, like other countries across the world, is facing new realities. COVID-19 has forced us as individuals and countries to make difficult choices to...
Serie A given green light to resume on June 20
The Coppa Italia semi-finals are set to be played the week before.
Cape Cod lifeguards fear 'catastrophe' from enforcing coronavirus social distancing while watching for sharks
The bustling beach town of Cape Cod is bracing for a heavily altered summer atmosphere as they prepare to reopen eateries in mid-June-- the first time since the coronavirus pandemic forced closures all over the country.
What the papers say – May 29
The imminent further easing of lockdown restrictions dominates most Friday front pages.
26 Bangladeshi migrants shot dead at smuggling warehouse in Libya
The government terms it as a revenge attack
Fury after Pennsylvania lawmakers concealed coronavirus diagnosis
Republicans hid the diagnosis because they feared it would clash with their narrative that 'it was safe to be interacting with other people' and to return to work, says Democratic Representative Brian Sims
CBA: Huge fiscal stimulus props up household income
Gareth Aird, head of Australian economics at CBA, has published research on the extent to which household impacts have been supported by the federal government’s stimulus:
Transport minister: New awareness campaign against drink driving in works
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The Transportation Ministry is set to roll out a communication plan to educate the public on the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol, said Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong The transport minister said this will be done by convening a taskforce with the Attorney...
Twins' Max Kepler sorry for Blue Lives Matter mask amid Minneapolis protests
The Minnesota outfielder says he was unaware of the movement's story because police don't wear blue in his native Germany.
High Court hearing after pub's Guinness delivery service was shut down by PSNI
A High Court hearing is due to take place in Belfast today in relation to the PSNI's move to shut down a Guinness delivery van in the city last month.
Inside Pharrell Williams’ $12M Hollywood Hills mansion with infinity pool and outdoor cinema
PHARRELL Williams has put a second L.A. mansion on the market, three months after putting a Beverly Hills mansion up for sale. The hip-hop star placed the Hollywood Hills home on the market in rece…
Officer fired after death of arrested black man subject of multiple complaints
Chauvin, whose driveway was splattered with red paint and the graffiti ‘murderer’, has not spoken publicly since Mr Floyd’s death.
Liberal MPs call for national standards for long-term care homes
OTTAWA — Justin Trudeau is being pressured by some of his own Liberal backbenchers to implement enforceable national standards for the operation of long-term care homes in Canada.
Prosecutor says he won’t ‘rush’ to charge cops involved in George Floyd death
A Minnesota prosecutor on Thursday night said there is evidence that does not support criminal charges against the white cop who kneeled on George Floyd before the black man’s death — but later
Australia's New South Wales state warns of Covid-19 budget toll
SYDNEY, May 29 ― Australia's biggest state in economic terms said today the coronavirus pandemic could cost it as much A$20 billion (RM57.7 billion) in lost revenues over the next four years, underscoring the urgency to revive the country's stuttering economy. Releasing its first estimate of the...
High school football: Mustang Public Schools announces plan for reopening summer activities
Mustang Public Schools announced its schedule for reopening summer activities for high school athletes on Thursday, six days after a proposal was rejected by the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association board of directors.
Man who bound, murdered Vancouver Island teen still a risk to public: parole board
Kimberly Proctor’s killer is still ‘mismanaging emotions,’ has had ‘temper tantrums’
State-specific solutions needed for discoms’ problems: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Union power ministry should try and put in place state-specific strategies to improve their performance.
Shots fired during Denver protest of George Floyd’s death
No immediate reports of injuries; shots were reportedly fired as protesters leaving
What the papers say – May 29
The Dominic Cummings saga takes a backseat as most of the nation’s papers lead with the news that lockdown restrictions are set to ease on Monday.The Daily Mirror, i and The Independent all lead with lockdown measures being eased to allow for groups of up to six people to gather outdoors.
Coronavirus A Very Bad 'Gift' From China
HYDERABAD: The United States is one of the worst-hit countries with COVID-19. US President Donald Trump tweeted on Thursday that, "We have just reached a very sad milestone with the coronavirus
Coronavirus: More retailers to reopen in plan to further ease lockdown
A REOPENING of more retailers and small outdoor weddings will be permitted from June 8 if the coronavirus infection rate remains under control, the first and deputy first minister have said.
Let’s tell this story properly - The Nation Nigeria
Today is the anniversary of many a governor and President Muhammadu Buhari. It marks the fifth anniversary of the president and marks either the first...
Former top diplomat reveals what Asia really thinks about us
Former ambassador and high commissioner John McCarthy holds strong opinions on the state of Australia's 'extraordinarily ill-considered' foreign policy.
Hulu Launches New Group Viewing Feature Called Hulu Watch Party
Hulu will now allow users that subscribe to its ad-free streaming service to watch shows together as part of a new testing feature called Hulu Watch Party.
Google says use existing EU laws, not new ones to govern AI
Google has called on the European Union to use current EU laws to govern the use of artificial intelligence rather than draft new ones and ...
Arnab Goswami joins Donald Trump’s fan club, says ‘Twitter bias exposed’ after Maharashtra government orders CID probe in abetment to suicide case
Republic TV founder Arnab Goswami has joined the fan club of US President Donald Trump as he launched a fresh tirade against the microblogging site Twitter, calling the social media platform biased against the right-wing groups.
Trump considering legislation that may scrap law that protects social media companies
President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has long protected internet companies, including Twitter and Facebook, an extraordinary attempt to intervene in the media that experts said was unlikely to survive legal scrutiny.
Las Vegas caregiver accused of stealing $9K from 81-year-old
Jaugust Milligan, 29, faces charges of using a credit or debit card without consent and exploiting an old or vulnerable person for more than $5,000, court records show.
U.S. accuses Russian military hackers of attack on email servers | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> The National Security Agency publicly accused Russian government hackers of targeting email servers around the world in an unusual announcement today, showing that the agency is becoming more aggressive in calling out Moscow’s action as the presidential election approaches.
Migrants don’t have to pay to go home, ensure they get food on the way: SC
The bench of Justices Ashok Bhushan, S K Kaul and M R Shah, which took suo motu cognizance of the issue on Tuesday, saying it had also received several letters and representations from different sections of society, and directed that states share the bus or train fare of the stranded migrants returning home.
Tucker Carlson rips social media giants after Trump executive order: 'They're not neutral platforms'
Tucker Carlson blasted social media giants Thursday, saying they failed in their duty to be neutral platforms by arbitrarily censoring speech they deem inappropriate.
Linebacker Matt Judon Makes Decision on Ravens’ Franchise Tag
The Ravens have made it clear they intend to keep linebacker Matt Judon around for the long haul. Here's the latest on Judon's decision.
Sales of electric vehicles increase
Portugal has seen sales of electric or hybrid cars increase in the first quarter by 57 percent, compared to the same period in 2019, but associations fear that the trend will fall due to Covid-19.
U.N. chief warns leaders coronavirus pandemic may cause historic famine | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
UNITED NATIONS >> The U.N. chief today warned the largest gathering of world leaders since the coronavirus pandemic began that it will cause “unimaginable devastation and suffering around the world,” with historic levels of hunger and famine and up to 1.6 billion people unable to earn a living unless action is taken now.
What the papers say – May 29
The imminent further easing of lockdown restrictions dominates most Friday front pages.
Biden Veepstakes Take Bad Turn as Scandals Hit Klobuchar, Whitmer
Two women reportedly on Joe Biden's shortlist for VP have been hit with major scandals that could cripple their chances. | Politics
North Carolina hospital turns to drones to aid Covid-19 response
(CNN) — Outside Charlotte, North Carolina, white drones that resemble tiny airplanes are being loaded with personal protective equipment and launched into the skies to...
Hoboken Fire Department promotes first female battalion chief
The Hoboken Fire Department has promoted its first female battalion chief.
Coronavirus in football: What has been cancelled? What has restarted?
The Premier League is set to return on June 17.
Shots fired during Denver protest of Minneapolis man's death
DENVER — Shots were fired and protesters blocked traffic during a demonstration in downtown Denver to protest the death of a handcuffed black man during a confrontation with a white police officer in Minnesota, authorities said. There were no immediate reports of injuries.
West Brom and Leeds United sent transfer warning as promotion boost emerges
A round up of all things WBA from BirminghamLive
Franklin Templeton to soon start e-voting process for winding up six debt schemes
Sources in the mutual fund industry say that Trustees of Franklin Templeton MF will start sending notices to investors on the voting process and unit holders’ meeting in the next two-three days.
Nearly 1 million people now applying for unemployment benefits in North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Commerce continues to update its statistics regarding unemployment claims filed during the coronavirus pandemic.
Rose Namajunas vs Jessica Andrade rematch targeted for UFC event on July 11
A rematch between Rose Namajunas and Jessica Andrade is in line to go down at an upcoming UFC pay-per-view (PPV) event on July 11, 2020.
AFP: Bulgaria Pins Hopes on TB Vaccine Against the Coronavirus
In the worldwide battle against COVID-19, scientists are investigating whether a century-old tuberculosis vaccine might offer some additional protection against the novel coronavirus. And Bulgaria -- one of the world's leading manufacturers of the vaccine -- is holding out hope of new markets for the many millions of doses it produces each year.
What the papers say – May 29
The imminent further easing of lockdown restrictions dominates most Friday front pages.
China extends its anti-dumping investigation into Australian and Japanese chemical exports
According to Reuters, China announced that it extended its anti-dumping investigation into the Australian and Japanese chemical exports. more to come
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'reignites Man Utd's interest' in Jose Mourinho transfer target
Mourinho identified forward Pietro Pellegri as a big talent when the player was plying his trade at Genoa, before Monaco snapped him up for £21million
Premier League return: The issues to resolve
After a three-month virus shutdown, the Premier League restarts its season on June 17
Not far from the LAC, satellite picks up Chinese armour, artillery
India-China border: Highly placed sources said a detailed analysis of satellite images has shown extensive deployment of towed artillery and mechanised elements on the Chinese side, bringing Indian deployments within striking distance.
No proposal on formation of interim Govt in J&K: Raina
No proposal on formation of interim Govt in J&K: Raina ‘All propaganda, No reality ‘ Nasir Azam Srinagar, May 28: The Bharatiya Janta Party on Thursday said there is no proposal with the Centre about formation of interim government or advisory council in Jammu & Kashmir. Talking to news agency Ravinder Raina, BJP’s J&K UT president, […]
Gold picks up a bid amid losses in the US stock futures
Gold, a traditional safe-haven asset, is drawing bids as the US stock futures are signaling risk aversion. The yellow metal is trading at $1,720 at pr
‘Jersey Shore’: The Girls Write A ‘Raunchy’ Speech For Angelina’s Wedding & Are Certain ‘She’ll Love It’
On The May 28 episode of 'Jersey Shore,' Snooki, JWoww and Deena write a speech for Angelina's wedding, which they think she'll love.
Twitter flags China spokesman's tweet on COVID-19
SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Twitter has flagged a tweet written in March by a Chinese government spokesman that suggested the U.S. military brought the novel coronavirus to China, as the social media platform ramps up fact-checking of posts.
Live-house culture won't cede the stage to COVID-19
Seiichi Yamamoto, founder of Osaka live music venue Namba Bears, is employing a range of methods to keep his stage open to touring musicians.
Blackmores steadies the ship
The largest shareholder in Australia's biggest vitamins company is positioning for the future on many fronts.
Migrant crisis in SC: SG Mehta invokes vultures, prophets of doom, Sibal says don’t make it personal
“Some High Courts”, Mehta said, “are running a parallel government”, alluding to the fact that many High Courts had questioned the governments at the state and the Centre on their handling of the Covid crisis.
Australian pubs face a long road back after lockdown
As the industry toasts the lifting of lockdown laws next week, publicans say bouncing back from the brink is not as simple as pouring a pint.
Dining in Europe after coronavirus: Restaurants get creative to lure tourists back
Restaurateurs want to adhere to social distancing rules while also trying to serve as many customers as health and safety measures will allow.
Clark County government center, other facilities to reopen Monday
The Clark County Government Center and other county facilities will start to reopen Monday with health and safety measures in place for the public including mandated social distancing and recommend...
Rescheduled Boston Marathon now cancelled, says mayor
NEW YORK: The Boston Marathon has been cancelled for the first time in the event's 124-year history because of ongoing coronavirus fears, ...
Ex-Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad sacked from own political party
The crisis ended with Muhyiddin, who founded Bersatu with Mahathir before joining a four-party alliance that won 2018 elections, being nominated as the prime minister.
Stonewalled on mussels
Earlier this month, the Okanagan Basin Water Board reminded the public that the battle against invasive mussels hasn't gone away during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Brookfield re-enters race for Virgin with surprise bid
It remains unclear how Brookfield's 11th-hour pitch will affect the rest of the process, which will see the administrators reduce the bidders to just two.
As it ramps up public healthcare, India must give more room to private sector
Only a healthy nation can grow. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented India with an opportunity. The Indian healthcare system can go through a radical overhauling, where it can be more sustainable as well as responsive.
COVID-19: Over 7,400 Cases Reported in Last 24 Hours, Biggest Single-Day Spike so Far; Total Tally Crosses 1.65 Lakh | Key Points
However, the recovery and discharge rate in COVID-19 cases has accelerated. "A total of 67,691 people have recovered from coronavirus in the country so far and in the last 24 hours 3,266 patients were found to have been cured.
Lessons from the pandemic crisis
The failure of an effective leadership at the global level to deal with the pandemic is a major lesson one can learn
GDP Numbers Expected To Show India's Economy Grew At Slowest Pace In 2 Years
Economists expect the fiscal year that began in April will see the worst economic contraction in four decades.
With a gay protagonist, Pixar short ‘Out’ makes history | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
NEW YORK >> In Steven Clay Hunter’s 23 years as an animator at Pixar, he has drawn a seven-armed octopus, a Canadian daredevil and a wheezing toy penguin. But there were scenes he never expected to animate until he began working on his short, “Out.”
Growing evidence that minority ethnic groups in England may be at higher risk of COVID-19
Evidence available to date suggests that minority ethnic groups in England, particularly black and south Asian people, may be at increased risk of testing positive for Covid-19, compared to people from white British backgrounds, according to a study published in the open access journal BMC Medicine.
Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says
BEIJING, May 29 — China will attack Taiwan if there is no other way of stopping it from becoming independent, one of the country's most senior generals said today, a rhetorical escalation between China and the democratically ruled island Beijing claims as its own. Speaking at Beijing's Great Hall...
Ballarat Heritage Weekend 2020 moves online with stacked program
It's a massive program, and you can help the city's actors and entertainers to get through the pandemic crisis
'No conversation between PM Modi, Trump on India-China standoff,' say govt officials
India-China border tension: US President Donald Trump had said that he spoke with PM Modi about the conflict and said that the Prime Minister was not in a good mood
Rajkot: 10 faculty members resign protesting transfer of their head
Dr Gadhvicharan, head of the medicine department of the PDU Medical College, was transferred to Bhavnagar
Why BJP’s Himachal chief resigned after corruption was alleged in coronavirus PPE purchases
Rajeev Bindal may have had links to a key character in the graft case being investigated by the state police.
Return to Pattaya’s beaches starting Monday
Beach-goers will have a rare window to catch the sparkling clear waters of Pattaya when its beaches reopen Monday Swim, sun-bathe and chill at the beach again, where months of going undisturbed by humans have seen the normally bracky waters...
Trump to Rebuke China on Muslims After Hong Kong Friction
President Donald Trump is poised to sign a measure that would punish Chinese officials for imprisoning more than one million Muslims in internment camps, as he looks to rebuke Beijing over its crackdown in Hong Kong and its response to the coronavirus.
Nurse's union defends Blackwater trip, says she could not have infected miner
The Rockhampton nurse whose travel to Malaysia and Blackwater is now being investigated by Queensland Health had followed safety protocol, according to her union.
Locust attack poses famine risk
Swarms of insects invade fields in Pakistan and India, decimate crops
'I've never seen that £75k before' driver tells police after cash is found on the back seat of his car
He said he didn't know who his passenger was either
Nurse's union defends Blackwater trip, says she could not have infected miner
The Rockhampton nurse whose travel to Malaysia and Blackwater is now being investigated by Queensland Health had followed safety protocol, according to her union.
Centre against Karnataka's move to increase working days: Minister
Karnataka Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister J C Madhuswamy on Thursday said the Centre has objected to the state's decision to increase working days at factories, and the matter would be
COVID-19: Lagos govt reviews BRT occupancy to 42 passengers
The Lagos State Government has given approval to operator of BRT, to carry 42 passengers seated with no standing as against earlier directive
Buhari’s herculean task of lifting countrymen out of despair, poverty
Having shrugged off the challenge of Atiku Abubakar, the candidate of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at last year’s polls, President Muhammadu Buhari
Neighbour leaves women sunbathing topless 'vulgar, aggressive' letters
Photos accompanied the letter along with threats they'd be posted online
People more likely to accept nudges if they know how they work and how effective they are
The more people know about when and why behavioural interventions are being used and their effectiveness, the more likely they are to accept their use to change their behaviour.
Delhi Confidential: Ministry of Home Affairs Facebook page shares pic of whisky bottles
Ever since West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee spoke out angrily against the Centre in a meeting held by the Prime Minister, officials say it has become a matter of interest what will be said between the Centre and West Bengal at these meetings.
Woman stored dead grandma in freezer to collect her social security checks
A Pennsylvania woman allegedly stored her grandmother’s body in a freezer for several years in order to collect the dead senior’s social security checks, a report said. Cynthia Black, 61, was
HBO Max Greenlights 'Homeschool Musical' Special Starring Students Whose School Productions Were Canceled
Scripted special is inspired by Laura Benanti's #SunshineSongs social media campaign
Corrections officer shot at outside Whanganui Prison
It's believed to be linked to a traffic incident.
Give 12-hour air time on national TV, 2-hour radio slot for school lessons: Maharashtra Govt to Centre
While the prolonged lockdown has forced schools and tutors to go virtual, concerns have prevailed regarding the loss of school time and the continuity of education for the underprivileged children who do not have access to smartphones and the internet.
Sacked lawyer sues billionaire Harry Triguboff
Meriton Property Services' former general counsel Joseph Callaghan is suing the company as well as its owner over his dismissal.
Wipro Shares Gain Over 2% On Appointment Of New CEO And Managing Director
Wipro shares gained more than 2 per cent on the BSE on the appointment of Capgemini executive Thierry Delaporte as new CEO and managing director.
Locust attack: Centre to buy sprayers from UK, use helicopters, drones to spray pesticides
New Delhi: Stepping up efforts to control the spread of crop-damaging locust swarms mostly prevalent in northern India, the Union Agriculture Ministry on Thursday said that 15 sprayers will be...
Shinola to Launch ‘The Champ’ Watch to Honor Health-care Workers
The multicolored, limited-edition timepiece was originally planned to launch during the Summer Olympics.
Renault poised to announce 15,000 layoffs worldwide
The overall cuts would affect just under 10% of Renault's 180,000 global workforce. The firm has around 48,500 staff in France.
Taiping Zoo, Night Safari announce success in breeding yet another endangered species: The milky stork
TAIPING, May 29 — Taiping Zoo and Night Safari (ZTNS) scored another success in the breeding of the endangered milky stork. Taiping Municipal Council president Khairul Amir Mohamad Zubir said the birds had made 12 nests in the zoo and four of them have shown hatchlings. "This is good news as...
Jan Shatabdi trains to operate with fewer stoppages from June 1
The Jan Shatabdi special trains between Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur/Kozhikode will lose four stops.
Pakistan: Investigators find Rs 30 million in cash in crashed PIA aircraft wreckage
Flight PK-8303 from Lahore to Karachi crashed in a residential area near Karachi International Airport on Friday, with only two passengers miraculously surviving the crash. The investigators have now found Rs 30 million in cash in the wreckage.
3 more staff of Delhi LG office test COVID-19 positive
Three more employees of the office of Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal have tested positive for COVID-19, a day after a junior assistant was found infected with the novel coronavirus. Sources said that
Inclusion of Transgender Student Athletes Violates Title IX, Trump Administration Says
Three female high school students in Connecticut had challenged a scholastic sports policy that allows transgender athletes to compete against them in track.
Buhari orders military crackdown as Sokoto bandits kill 70
John Ameh, Adeniyi Olugbemi and Godwin Isenyo The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Thursday ordered a “fierce” military operation against bandits in Sokoto State. The directi...
Wipro shares gain 1% after Co appoints Thierry Delaporte as new CEO and MD
Delaporte was most recently the chief operating officer of French consulting and technology firm Capgemini Group.
Trump's 2020 challenge: Biden is his first opponent voters actually like
The pandemic isn’t the only unprecedented challenge President Trump is facing as he seeks reelection. In presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden, Trump, for the first time, has an opponent people like.
TikTok's rating improves amid growing criticism over 'violent content'
While the TikTok rating has improved, the app continues to face criticism for the content that appears on its platform
Covid-19 crisis to cause FDI investment to the Republic to fall by 20% this year
The State is now in eighth spot in a ranking of most attractive European locations for FDI
No recent contact between PM Modi, President Trump: Sources
India News: There has been no contact between PM Modi and Donald Trump in recent time, the government sources told TOI in response to the US President's claim tha
Fueled by a lack of criminal charges, protests erupt nationwide over George Floyd’s death
Thursday marked a historic day of unrest as demonstrations reached a fever pitch in dozens of US cities as citizens called for an end to police brutality
Why I ordered arrest of judge, by Katsina emir
Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Usman, yesterday explained that he ordered the arrest of an errant judge to serve as deterrent.
Cyber racism and Covid-19: Expert weighs in on hate speech in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Cyber-racism and online hate speeches or comments are nothing new in Malaysia and around the world. However, the issue has seemingly become more prevalent in recent months during the Covid-19 pandemic and the movement control order. Racist hate comments started to dominate...
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Thursday, ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump.
Tesco apology after shocked family find exotic bug in broccoli
A Government official has collected the suspected red palm weevil which survived for two weeks in a fridge
Mark Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter in Trump fight, says it's stronger on free speech than other tech firms
“We have a different policy I think than Twitter on this,” Mark Zuckerberg told Fox News.
Swastika found at trailhead
A Kelowna man took it upon himself to deal with an apparent racist act of vandalism on the KLO Creek Trail near Gallagher's Canyon.
Telehealth app ‘Ooca’ offers free counseling to Thais living abroad during pandemic
Thai expats around the world looking for help with the stress of these times can get some from a real health professional for free via a telehealth counseling app Ooca, a virtual healthcare service that links people by video with professionals,...
Hyderabad: Minor girl commits suicide after mother asks to stop watching TikTok
A 17-year-old girl committed suicide after being chided by her mother to stop watching TikTok, a video-sharing social network.
Capgemini COO Thierry Delaporte becomes new Wipro CEO and MD
Neemuchwala will step down as CEO on June 1 while executive chairman Rishad Premji will oversee day-to-day operations of the company until Delaporte takes over on July 6
Business Live: Indian shares fall ahead of GDP data; Vodafone jumps
Updates from the world of economy, markets, and finance
Google search results will take ‘page experience’ into account next year
It’s not just about page speed — now, it’s about making the pages less annoying when they’ve loaded.
Software Bug In Bombardier Airliner Made Planes Turn the Wrong Way
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Register: A very specific software bug made airliners turn the wrong way if their pilots adjusted a pre-set altitude limit. The bug, discovered on Bombardier CRJ-200 aircraft fitted with Rockwell Collins Aerospace-made flight management systems (FMSes), l...
Coronavirus: All you need to know about the lifting of lockdown measures
What changes around the UK with the imminent lifting of lockdown restrictions?
Covid-19 crisis to trigger 20% fall in FDI
The State is now in eighth spot in a ranking of most attractive European locations for FDI
Ryan Giggs names best three young players in world football including Man Utd target
Giggs broke into the Man Utd first team as a youngster and has been keeping an eye on the current crop of talent already showing great form and potential on the world stage
Rioters Breach, Burn Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct
Rioters in Minneapolis breached the city police department's third precinct and set fires, according to numerous eyewitness accounts.
An overzealous attack on renewables
It is unlikely that Moore will come out and apologise for his new documentary or take it out of circulation
Research explores the impact of invasive grasses on South Texas landscapes
Scientists writing for the journal Invasive Plant Science and Management say several exotic grass species once grown in South Texas for livestock forage and erosion control have expanded from the areas where they were planted and have become invasive. They now are reducing the region's biodiversity and the habitats available for wildlife.
Joe Biden Doesn't Like Trump's Twitter Order, But Still Wants To Revoke Section 230
Former Vice President Joe Biden still wants to repeal the pivotal internet law that provides social media companies like Facebook and Twitter with broad legal immunity over content posted by their users, a campaign spokesperson told The Verge. Still, the campaign emphasized key disagreements with th...
Brazil’s Bolsonaro urges Supreme Court to shelve ‘fake news’ probe
On a social media broadcast, Bolsonaro said the court’s investigation was unconstitutional and any move to restrict fake news in Brazil would establish censorship in the country.
Senior Indonesian minister Mahfud MD slammed over ‘corona is like your wife’ remark
Coordinating Legal, Political, and Security Affairs Minister Mahfud MD is under fire from women’s groups and the public over a sexist remark, in which he compared the coronavirus to wives On Tuesday, during a virtual teleconference with Sebelas...
KCSE, KCPE to be done in February 2021 - Committee proposes
New proposed date for re-opening of schools
Hong Kong's freedom is vanishing in front of us
Xi Jinping's power grab is turning the territory's special status into nothing but a hollowed-out facade
Hulu is launching an official Watch Party feature
It’s about time streaming services offered this.
Most Iwate 3/11 memorials canceled, with next year’s under threat
Charity events and victim support projects put on hold due to coronavirus pandemic.
Pandemic job losses slow down
The pace of job losses is slowing but still extreme, setting the expectation that job loss will still be at a historic high next week.
Protesters Are Defending Themselves After Being Criticised For Rioting Over George Floyd’s Death
Americans across the country are protesting after the death of George Floyd, and are pushing back against criticism of the rioting.
Faltering Renault to cut 15,000 jobs worldwide, including 4,600 in France
French carmaker Renault said on Friday it was launching talks with unions to restructure some plants and potentially close others as it confirmed plans to cut around 15,000 jobs worldwide to ride out…
16 Passengers In IndiGo, Other Airlines Test Positive For Covid-19 After Resumption Of Domestic Air Travel
Ever since domestic air travel restarted from May 27, over 16 passengers have tested positive for coronavirus despite stringent precautionary measures.
Wipro gains over 6% after Co appoints Thierry Delaporte as new CEO and MD
Delaporte was most recently the chief operating officer of French consulting and technology firm Capgemini Group.
Supreme Court orders states to foot the bill for guest workers' travel
Plus, their food and shelter while they wait for their train or bus are the states' responsibility
As Australia opens back up for businesses, jobseekers are once again searching for roles in hospitality and other hard-hit sectors
The Australian job market has just undergone what will go down as its strangest few months on record, as businesses begin reopening their doors.
George Floyd: Police department building goes up in flames during third night of protests
Minnesota's governor Tim Walz has activated the National Guard to help police restore order amid continuing protests over the death of unarmed black man George Floyd
Water market may not be 'good thing for the country', Basin chief says
The Murray Darling Basin Authority chief says water markets favour high-margin crops over traditional industries at the cost of regional communities.
Google Chrome will roll out an anti-abusive notification tool on July 14
Google Chrome will start enforcing a new system in July that will provide protection to users against abusive permission requests or notifications from websites they visit. It'll be part of Chrome 84.
With nearly 7,500 cases, India's tally crosses 1.65 lakh cases
India on Friday crossed yet another spike in coronavirus cases as the country reported 7,466 new infections in the last 24 hours taking the toll to 1,65,799.The death toll rose to 4,706 with 175 deaths reported in a day. While the active cases are 89,987, those cured and migrated ads up to 71,105.
National Guard called as Minneapolis erupts in solidarity for George Floyd | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
MINNEAPOLIS >> Minnesota’s governor activated the National Guard today as angry demonstrators took to the streets for a third straight night to protest the death of George Floyd, a black man who was pleading that he couldn’t breathe as a white police officer pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck.
Security law ‘puts Hong Kong’s appeal for business at risk’
Chinese leaders said the new law was needed to combat unspecified threats in the semi-autonomous region.
Review: Lady Gaga's Chromatica sheds conflict for club-ready bangers
Lady Gaga's sixth album, Chromatica, sees the popstar stepping back into big pop after the experiment that was Joanne, but at what cost, asks Sam Brooks. Since Lady Gaga's last album, 2016's critically shrugged off Joanne, the star has stepped as far away from her meat-dress persona as possible,
IOC touts record-high female representation on commissions
The International Olympic Committee says women now account for almost half of the membership of its various commissions, an all-time high in the organizati
FCC commissioner says Trump’s Section 230 plan ‘does not work’
There’s a growing rift over the proposal
HP’s high-resolution Reverb G2 is a $599 headset for VR gaming
Preorders open today for a fall launch.
SBP reserves fall $55m to $12.07b
Drop comes on account of external debt repayments
Bharti Infratel hits over 3-month high; zooms 100% from March lows
The stock rallied 8% per cent to Rs 243 in the intra-day deals today, and was quoting at its highest level since February 14, 2020 on the BSE
East African Portland Cement To Fire More Employees
The East African Portland Cement Company (EAPCC) has announced fresh lay offs through voluntary early retirement for all employees.According to acting managing director Stephen Nthei, the scheme i
Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovitz to Step Down After Company Fails to Deliver
Magic Leap CEO resignation comes weeks after company lays of 1,000 employees and warns of closure without capital injection.
Power distributors sue FG over business interference
Okechukwu Nnodim, Abuja Electricity distribution companies have dragged the Federal Government to court to restrain it from further interfering in the corporate business activities of the power fi...
Football: Italy's Serie A to resume on Jun 20
ROME: Italy's Serie A can resume on Jun 20 after a three-month absence in a country hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, sports Minister Vincenzo ...
Facebook will require users in the US with 'high reach' to verify their identity
Facebook will ask high-reach accounts in the U.S. to verify their identity to help users see content from real people. Unverified profiles will see reduced distribution of their viral posts.
Google Maps makes it easier to share your location without an address
Helpful if you’re in a country where street names are uncommon.
Arkansas Boy, 9, Dies In A Suspected Dog Attack, Sheriff’s Office Investigating
A 9-year-old boy from Faulkner County, Arkansas, has died from a suspected dog attack on Thursday morning, according to a press release issued by the Faulkner County Sheriff’s office. The ...
PM Modi last spoke to Trump in April, no interaction on China, say officials as Trump talks of ‘bad mood’
Sources in the government have said PM Modi last spoke to Donald Trump on April 4 on the hydroxychloroquine issue. There has been no interaction on the standoff with China as claimed by Trump, said sources.
DU PG Admission/Entrance Test to be conducted from July 27
NTA will conduct the PG Entrance exam and the registration process will begin from June 8.
Pompeo says Trump to act on alleged spying by Chinese students
The US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Chinese students 'shouldn't be here in our schools spying'
World Rugby aims to reduce contact by cutting scrums, adding orange cards
The guidelines, intended to prevent coronavirus infections, may be implemented at the discretion of individual unions.
EA Motive’s Star Wars Title, Project Maverick, Might be Revealed Next Week on June 2 – Rumor
From the looks of it, EA Motive's upcoming Star Wars game, Project Maverick, is to be relealed next week on the 2nd of June.
Investigation launched into horrific child neglect cases in Qld
It has been confirmed that there will be an independent investigation into the alleged neglect of three children in Brisbane this week, which sent shock waves down the spines of Australians.
Bank of Russia to Develop Digitial Mortgage on Blockchain Platform
Russia’s central bank, the Bank of Russia, is looking to develop a digital mortgage on Masterchain, a government-backed blockchain project.
$50k donation for healthcare
Kelowna Chevrolet has made a $50,000 donation to the Our Students, Your Health campaign.
New Recycling Consortium an Open Call to Curb Textile Waste in Philly
Recycling start-up Retrievr makes an open call to fashion brands to partake in the recycling journey in Philadelphia.
China to ban pork imports from India to 'prevent swine fever': Report
According to the daily, India reported its first case of ASF in both domestic pigs and wild boars in Assam earlier this month
Denmark reopens borders for locked-out lovers
More than two months after closing its borders, Denmark has loosened restrictions to let couples separated by coronavirus lockdowns finally see each other again -- even if the easing applies just to partners from a few nearby countries for now.
Watcher' tracks coronavirus in Cincinnati and beyond
As cases of COVID-19 soar two University of Cincinnati students develop an interactive dashboard that shows cases and deaths related to the novel coronavirus throughout the nation.
Aimia vows to fight Air Canada's court move to halt upcoming merger
TORONTO — Aimia Inc. says it plans to defend itself against a move by Air Canada in Quebec Superior Court to halt a merger that the smaller company sees as key to its corporate reinvention.
300 Indian nationals stuck in Pakistan to return home on Saturday
Around 300 Indian nationals, who are stuck in Pakistan due to coronavirus outbreak, will be coming back home on Saturday.
Young men seen releasing balloons into the sea off Plymouth Hoe
Shocked bystander believes that as many as 50 were dropped into the water - posing a threat to marine life
India’s key growth engine grinds to halt in sign of slump
Businesses providing services of everything from technology to travel and trade were the first to be hit by lock down. Unlike manufacturing-heavy economies like China and South Korea, in India, the services sector accounts for 55% of gross domestic product -- and the slump in output has had ripple effects on jobs and economic growth.
George Floyd killing controversy may end Amy Klobuchar’s VP chances
Outrage over the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd, a black man, is sinking Amy Klobuchar’s stock as a potential vice presidential pick for Joe Biden.
UK may extend rights, provide ‘pathway to citizenship’ for BNO passport holders
The UK says it may expand the privileges of Hong Kongers who hold a British National Overseas (BNO) passport—which could eventually allow them citizenship—if Beijing enacts a national security law in Hong Kong "If China goes down this path...
Government announces €115 million support package for air transport sector
The Greek government on Thursday announced a package of measures amounting to €115 million to support the country’s air transport sector, hit hard by the
Police probe claims mum died after NHS staff gave her accidental paracetamol overdose
Laura Higginson, 30, was being treated for suspected pneumonia when she died at Whiston Hospital in Merseyside in April 2017. Her husband Antony said he only found out about the overdose when his GP gave him a copy of the post-mortem.
Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students
The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump on Friday.
With highest spike of 7,466 cases, India's COVID-19 tally reaches 1,65,799
Maharashtra is the worst affected state with 59,546 cases.
'They wanted to like her': Sen. Martha McSally in worse shape in Arizona than Trump
The growing political threat to Sen. Martha McSally was magnified by a focus group of women voters who expressed visceral opposition to supporting the Arizona Republican in November, even as some were open to backing President Trump.
Paid sick leave mandates hold promise in containing COVID-19
Paid sick leave (PSL) mandates like those found in the federal government's Families First Coronavirus Response Act may be helping to slow the spread of COVID-19, according to a new study by health economists at Georgia State and Tulane universities.
#FlashbackFriday: When The Office’s John Krasinski Opened Up On Losing Captain America’s Role To Chris Evans!
#FlashbackFriday: Chris Evans made his MCU debut with Captain America: The First Avenger in 2011. But the role was first offered to The Office actor, John Krasinski. Chris is perfect as Steve Rogers
CBN forecasts slower growth, reduces lending rate to 12.5%
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Nothing called safe travel in Covid times
Experts: Flouting of social distancing, hygiene norms could contribute to community transmission
New model predicts the peaks of the COVID-19 pandemic
This week in the journal Frontiers, researchers describe a single function that accurately describes all existing available data on active COVID-19 cases and deaths -- and predicts forthcoming peaks.
France to open bars, beaches in second phase of easing lockdown
PARIS: France will allow restaurants, bars and cafes to reopen from Jun 2, though with more restrictions in Paris than elsewhere, Prime Minister ...
Karnataka on alert over locust invasion
Entomologist says Amphan may have changed the wind direction leading to change of route
Uber Jump e-Bikes Scrapped and Destroyed After Lime Deal
Outraging cycling enthusiasts.
7 people shot at protest in Louisville
Several people were shot at a large protest Thursday evening in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, as people gathered to demand justice in the shooting death of Breonna Taylor.
Study: Public health campaigns can do better on cannabis harm reduction
Researchers surveyed nearly 500 attendees at the 2019 Hash Bash in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to learn about cannabis enthusiasts' awareness of cannabis harm reduction strategies. The results indicate a need for better public health campaigns.
DMO faults Reps, says lawmakers approved $3.18bn Chinese loans
Ihuoma Chiedozie, Abuja The Debt Management Office has said all the loans collected by the Federal Government from China, which are being scrutinised by the House of Representatives, were approved...
Row over N50b AMCON’s bailout, new loans for aviation
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) yesterday disclosed that it injected N50 billion to stabilise the operations of the aviation sector between 2012 and 2020.
FDI into India increased 18 per cent to $73 billion in 2019-20
This will spur job creation, says Union Minister Piyush Goyal
Anger in China at law ordering 'cooling-off' period before divorce
Chinese couples seeking a divorce must first complete a month-long ‘cooling-off’ period according to a new law passed on Thursday
UK PM’s adviser Dominic Cummings considers quitting later this year: report
Cummings' behaviour has been criticised by politicians from all major parties, but Boris Johnson has said he wanted to move on from the topic.
EDITORIAL: Emerging virus numbers identify the truly vulnerable
Forty-two percent of all COVID-19 deaths are taking place in facilities that house 0.62 percent of the U.S. population.
ICC defers T20 World Cup discussion, English domestic season delayed
The suspense over the fate of this year's Twenty20 World Cup in Australia continued on Thursday after the International Cricket Council (ICC) deferred all discussions to its next board meeting on
Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police
Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck. The latest spasm of unrest in…
Stranded for 2 months, no updates from govt, Indians in North Africa seek help
In neighbouring Algeria, nearly 150 Indians are seeking help from the government to return home.
Japanese man helps clear 4,500 cigarette butts littered by smokers in Putrajaya
PETALING JAYA, May 29 — A Japanese man helped pick up a shocking 4,500 cigarette butts from the streets of Putrajaya during a clean-up run earlier this year. The man, known as Nana, posted a photo to Twitter on Tuesday displaying the mountain of rubbish he managed to pick up at the Ayer@8 area in...
Shah Alam police to question Selangor Bersatu chief over Raya gathering during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Police investigators will call in Selangor Bersatu chief Datuk Abdul Rashid Asari over a Hari Raya gathering at his home that allegedly breached the conditional movement control order (CMCO). Shah Alam police chief ACP Baharudin Mat Taib confirmed this and the investigation...
Facebook, Twitter react to Donald Trump's executive order
Facebook and Twitter have reacted to Donald Trump's executive order that aims to limit social media companies.
Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police
MINNEAPOLIS — Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.
Coronavirus: Biggest spike in daily count, India at No. 9 among worst COVID-19-hit countries
The number of daily coronavirus cases in India hit a new high today.Maharashtra's COVID-19 tally inched towards 60,000-mark
Basketball Hall of Fame delays Kobe Bryant's enshrinement ceremony
The Naismith Basketball Memorial Hall of Fame said on Thursday the enshrinement ceremony for the Class of 2020, a group that includes the late Kobe Bryant,
What?! MSNBC Anchor Says Minneapolis Riot Is 'Not Generally Unruly’... As a Building Burns Behind Him
What is going on at NBC? I mean, seriously, in
Several Indian states reeling from locusts attack: All you need to know
India News: NEW DELHI: Civic workers sprayed gallons of insecticide and farmers beat ‘thalis' and played loud music in several areas of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh,.
India registers biggest single-day spike of 7,466 Covid-19 cases
India News: The death toll due to Covid-19 rose to 4,706 in the country, while the number of cases climbed to 1,65,799, registering an increase of 175 deaths and
India trashes Pakistan's objection to commencement of construction of Ram temple
India on Thursday trashed Pakistan's criticism of commencement of the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, saying Islamabad has no locus standi over the issue. "We have seen an absurd
National Guard brings critical geriatric care to Pennsylvania nursing homes
When coronavirus lockdowns began across the nation, those most vulnerable were also seemingly those whom the military were least qualified to care for.
Skullcandy unveils a new range of wireless earbuds
Skullcandy is catering for every taste with their new range of wireless earbuds, that are also remarkably affordable.
Defying Trump, Twitter doubles down on labelling tweets
Twitter has continued to add new fact-checking labels to hundreds of tweets, even as the Trump administration issued an executive order to curtail the legal protections that shield social media companies from liability for the content posted on their platforms.
A letter to justices of Supreme Court, from senior members of the Bar on the migrant crisis
The government’s statement has been clearly shown to be contrary to the facts. Several reports suggest that more than 90 per cent of migrant workers did not receive government rations in many states and were suffering from dire food shortages.
Feds to provide more funds to help remote Indigenous communities cope with pandemic
The federal government is to spend millions more to help remote and rural Indigenous communities cope with the COVID-19 crisis.
South Korea coronavirus spike stirs second wave concern, social distancing crackdown
SEOUL, May 28 (Reuters) - South Korea reported 79 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, the most in nearly eight weeks, triggering the return of tougher social distancing curbs amid the spectre of a second wave of disease in a country praised for containing the first outbreak.
Ministry proposes $69m stimulus for fisheries, aquaculture
Minister Edhy Prabowo said the stimulus would include social aid for fishermen, fish farmers and salt farmers and funds to strengthen surveillance efforts against poaching.
Brother of George Floyd: 'I just want justice'
Philonise Floyd, the brother of George Floyd, a Black man who died earlier this week after a white police officer pinned him down with his knee for several minutes, said he just wants justice for his brother.
Iran says it will continue nuclear work despite U.S. sanctions
Iran said Friday its experts would continue nuclear development activities, despite sanctions imposed earlier this week on their fellow scientists by the United States.
Inside a COVID-19 hospital in India, doctors see no end in sight
While India is easing a more than two-month long nationwide lockdown that was aimed at reining in the spread of the disease, the battle against the virus rages within its strained hospital system.
SpiceJet Becomes India's First Carrier to Deliver Essential Supplies, E-Commerce Goods Via Drones
New Delhi (Sputnik): As the coronavirus pandemic has put restrictions on the unessential movement of people and services, drones have spearheaded contactless deliveries...
Sonu Sood helps 167 migrant workers go home to Odisha
Special flight arranged for labourers from Kochi.
Another $650M in COVID-19 aid bound for Indigenous communities, Miller says
The federal government has announced the details of $650 million in additional funding to help Indigenous communities cope with the pandemic, after months of First Nations, Inuit and Metis leaders saying the previous amount was inadequate.
Twitter hides Donald Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'
Twitter's decision to step in, at a time of racially charged civil unrest in cities across the United States, escalates a feud between Trump and tech companies.
NCDC confirms 182 new cases of COVID-19, total active cases now 6064
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Thursday recorded 182 new cases of the Coronavirus, (COVID-19), in the country, the...
Jermaine Beckford tips Tyler Roberts for Leeds United success despite ‘immature’ tendencies
The Welshman has struggled for regular fitness during his time at Leeds United.The Welshman has struggled for regular fitness during his time at Leeds United.
Film production and exhibition will dramatically change post Covid: Mani Ratnam
Ace film maker Mani Ratnam on Thursday said that the film production and exhibition business will see a dramatic change in the post-Covid world.“The film industry has witnessed changes in earlier days
Here are 7 of the top chart patterns used by technical analysts to buy stocks
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Locust attack: A joint fight by India and Pakistan, over the years
Despite the ups and downs in the India-Pakistan bilateral relationship, cooperation on the locust warning system has survived the wars, terrorist attacks, and political turmoil.
Mumbai coronavirus update: 99% ICU beds in hospitals are occupied, says BMC
Mumbai, India's financial hub, recorded over 35,000 coronavirus cases.Out of 645 ICU beds in Mumbai, 99% were occupied, according to the data released by BMC
Los Angeles union, joined by 'Pandemic Pig,' demands meatpacking plant closure
The union representing workers at a meatpacking plant near Los Angeles where at least 153 employees have come down with COVID-19 called on ...
South Korea Japan Sex Slaves
A prominent South Korean activist who was recently elected to the National Assembly denied on Friday that she misused public donations for Korean survivors of Japanese wartime sexual slavery. Yoon Meehyang, who begins her four-year term as a lawmaker for the ruling liberal party on Saturday, responded
29 patrons, owner of entertainment outlet in Ipoh fined RM1,000 each for defying CMCO
IPOH, May 29 — Twenty-nine people, including three women, were fined RM1,000 each by the Magistrate’s Court here today for defying the Conditional movement control order (CMCO) by gathering at an entertainment outlet in Jalan Lau Ek Ching here Tuesday night. All of them pleaded guilty before...
Trump's order taking aim at Twitter is 'bluster': Legal experts
US President Donald Trump's attempt to curb what he says is social media censorship is a political gambit and will not change the legal obligations of companies like Twitter Inc and Facebook Inc, according to legal experts.
Public Works Department resumes work at major project sites in Tamil Nadu
Officials say finding workers for the various projects is a challenge during the lockdown, as many have left for their hometowns
[HACKER] Super-CyberAttacker Who Stole 1 Million Private Data Exposed After a Facebook Mistake: Here's How He Got Caught
A super-hacker, who stole 1 million private data was exposed after making one Facebook mistake. VandaTheGod was caught after taking a screenshot of an account he hacked.
Chelsea: The Blues should cash in on Victor Moses while they can
Chelsea is in the middle of a transformative period in the club's history, but that doesn't mean the club shouldn't deal with emotions. The Blues are headi...
PICTURED: Glamorous zookeeper, 35, and the two lions that attacked her while she cleaned their cage leaving her fighting for life - as photos emerge of the first birthday party she threw them
Big cat expert Ms Brown was pounced upon and savagely attacked in the neck and head as she cleaned a cage at the Shoalhaven Zoo in North Nowra on Friday morning.
Tyson Fury predicts which shot will KO Anthony Joshua in undisputed fight
Fury and Joshua and are on a collision course for next year to determine the first undisputed heavyweight world champion since Lennox Lewis
Chhattisgarh: 69 bureaucrats including 23 collectors transferred; BJP says Congress resorting to ‘transfer business’
Chhattisgarh BJP has claimed that the state under the Congress government is a corrupt anarchy now and resorting to transfer business.
Tech spends in India to hit a 10-year low in 2020: Forrester
In 2020, India will have the slowest tech spending growth in at least a decade on account of sharp economic disruption due to the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a new report by market research firm F
Expectation vs reality: AAP takes subtle dig at Centre over hospital food
Taking a dig at the central government, the Twitter account of Kejriwal’s AAP shared photos of food served at hospitals run by the Centre and Delhi government.
Monkeys run away with coronavirus test samples after attacking lab technician
Alarms have been sounded as locals fear the infection might spread following the bizarre incident reported at the Meerut Medical College, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
Mandaluyong prioritizes safety of trikers, passengers
THE Mandaluyong City Government said it will only allow tricycle drivers to operate if they will test negative for COVID-19 to ensure their safety and the safety of passengers.
FA Cup final rescheduled for August 1
Provisional dates for the final three FA Cup rounds of the season have been set.
Expat wonders why they don’t get “thanked” with S$100 utilities credits
Expat wonders why they don’t get “thanked” with S$100 utilities credits
Waqar Younis leaves social media after his Twitter handle hacked again
The cricketer also confirmed that this was not the first incident of his account being hacked and to maintain his family's reputation and integrity he will delete all his social media accounts.
Problems in care homes ‘could worsen’ if many staff have to self-isolate
Care England chief executive Professor Martin Green said testing in care homes needs to be prioritised.
US indicts North Koreans, accuses state-owned bank of evading sanctions
The US Justice Department accused North Korea's state-owned bank of evading US sanctions laws and charged 28 North Korean and five Chinese citizens in its largest crackdown on North Korea sanctions violations.
Renault Cutting Nearly 15,000 Jobs Worldwide to Save Costs
Renault announced it will be cutting 14,600 jobs around the world in a bid to save costs during the pandemic.
Digging Deep For Our Farmers In Drought
Our rural community need our help as they battle one of the worst droughts in living memory.
It’s imperative to make MGNREGS worksites pandemic-safe
Careful work selection, age-appropriate task allotment, monitoring of social distancing could hold the key
US offers $3M for 5G spectrum sharing research
The US Department of Defense granted mobile technology researchers $2.7 million to fund the launch ...
Festival featuring big Merseyside bands postponed until next year
Tickets already bought can be transferred to next year's event
Attack by Pakistan-Trained Terrorists Looms Large Over Jammu & Kashmir, Indian Intel Sources Claim
New Delhi (Sputnik): Indian security forces on Thursday defused an explosive-laden vehicle in Jammu and Kashmir, foiling an attempted terror attack.
Yusuf/Cat Stevens to release re-imagined version of Tea for the Tillerman
Yusuf/Cat Stevens has announced that he will release a reimagined version of his classic 1970 album Tea for the Tillerman. Titled Tea for the Tillerman², the idea for the record developed from
Taliban attack on Afghan border post kills 14 security forces
KABUL: Taliban fighters stormed an Afghan border post Friday, killing at least 14 security force members, the insurgents and officials said, the latest in a series of attacks since the end of a brief cease-fire. “Last night the mujahideen carried out attacks against the newly established posts of the enemy in Dande Patan district of Paktia province,” Taliban spokesman
BEST decides not to charge bus ticket fares from migrants
The apex court on Thursday directed that no fare for travel either by trains or buses be charged from the migrant workers stranded across the country, and they be provided food and water.
Deputies witness man steal vehicle after giving him verbal warning
The Collier County Sheriff’s Office said they saw a man stealing a car from a parking lot after receiving a trespass warning.
City Power warns of possible load rotation
On Thursday, Johannesburg's City Power announced that they may need to impose daily “load rotation” in some areas where electricity infrastructure is overloaded.
Rollover crash by mall
It wasn't the start to Friday two drivers were hoping for.
Twitter hides Trump's Minneapolis tweet for 'glorifying violence'
Trump threatened to shut down social media companies after Twitter labeled two of his tweets misleading
Traditional owners consider billion-dollar shot at Fortescue
Andrew Forrest's Fortescue Metals Group faces huge compensation claim after High Court rebuff.
Pubs with beer gardens will be first to reopen
Venues with outside spaces will likely be the first to reopen with strict social distancing measures, a minister has said.
EU weighs China policy amid concern over Hong Kong moves
BRUSSELS — European Union foreign ministers debated Friday ways to manage tense relations with China as it asserts more control over Hong Kong and amid concern about Beijing’s influence over EU officials.
ICC allows ex-Ivorian president Laurent Gbagbo to leave Belgium
The International Criminal Court on Thursday said former Ivory Coast President Laurent Gbagbo can leave Belgium under certain conditions
SoftBank leads $500 million fundraising for Didi's self-driving unit
BEIJING/SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China’s Didi Chuxing said on Friday it had completed a fundraising round of over $500 million for its autonomous driving subsidiary that was led by SoftBank Group’s (9984.T) Vision Fund 2.
Ukraine reports seven enemy attacks in Donbas on May 28
Intelligence reports say one invader was killed and another four were wounded in action.
Supreme Court to clarify police entrapment issues in drug-dealing cases
The Supreme Court of Canada is slated to spell out what amounts to police entrapment today when it rules on a pair of drug cases.
Veerendra Kumar, Mathrubhumi MD and former Union Minister no more
Kumar was 84. His last rites will be performed at his residence in Wayanad.
YouTube launches “Video Chapters” for easy navigation through videos
YouTube on Thursday launched its ‘Video Chapters’ feature on its platform that lets users skip to a particular part of the video based on time stamps. The chapters feature allows the viewer to skip ah
AP photo of flag-bearing Minnesota protester goes viral
The image swiftly went viral.
Bucs Star Commended For ‘Leading Players With Egos & Agendas’
Heartfelt message to Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele from an appreciating teammate.
Biker seriously injured in Hinstock accident
A biker was taken to hospital with serious injuries after an accident.
China plans to extend curbs on international flights until June 30, says US embassy
BEIJING, May 29 — Chinese civil aviation authorities plan to extend until June 30 their curbs on international flights to contain the spread of the coronavirus, the US embassy in Beijing said in a travel advisory today. China has drastically cut such flights since March to allay concerns over...
Lockdown easing measures will not help families of six or more, minister admits
George Eustice said that six was ‘a sensible level’.
Pakistan government says not taken any decision for stricter coronavirus lockdown
Pakistan News: The Pakistan govt has not taken a decision to go for a stricter lockdown mode to fight the coronavirus, said information minister Shibli Faraz, even C
Tipperary TD claims rural drivers are being left behind
Rural Drivers continue to be left behind- McGrath Independent TD Mattie McGrath has described as outrageous the failures of the Minister for Transport and the RSA to resume essential services i...
Labour calls for Attorney General to apologise after her defence of Cummings
Suella Braverman had said the Prime Minister’s adviser had been doing ‘what any good parent does’.
Gold clings to gains near session tops, around $1725 region
Gold edged higher during the early European session and climbed back closer to the previous day's swing high, around the $1727 region. The precious me
Trump says will hold Friday press conference on China
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he will give a press conference on Friday (May 29) on China amid spiraling US-Chinese tensions over ...
No call between Trump and Modi on China border tension: official source
The neighbours’ troops have been facing off along the disputed border
How much coronavirus is spreading in your region with R-rate just below 1
The “reproduction rate” number is crucial to the pace lockdown is lifted across the country as some of the measures in place for over two months are beginning to be slowly lifted
Locusts attack: Palghar collector warns farmers of locusts damaging crops, suggests spraying insecticides
Precautionary measures should be taken before the outbreak to prevent damage from this pest, said the collector.
Danielle Lloyd packs on PDA in steamy embrace amid lockdown outing with husband
The glamour model donned a casual look as she stepped out to the shops with her husband and two youngest children
'Zara Abid embraced her dark-skin, she fought for it'
PR mogul Frieha Altaf recalls the struggles the late model faced due to her dusky tone
AUD/USD: The key resistance area at 0.6658/6706 continues to cap any attempt to break higher – Credit Suisse
AUD/USD is seeing a further attempt to break above the pivotal resistance zone at 0.6658/6706, which ideally continues to cap, according to analysts a
Celtic chief Peter Lawwell to join SPFL & SFA for new season talks with Scottish Government
CELTIC chief Peter Lawwell will join the SFA & SPFL in talks with the Scottish Government over the start date for next season. Hoops supremo Lawwell will make up part of the SPFL delegation alo…
Domestic helps at Noida societies cut off by employers, some forced to beg
“When the lockdown was implemented, I was given Rs 1,600 and told to leave. Now, no one is hiring... we do not know when we will get jobs again,” said Bibi, who used to work at four houses but was only paid her dues by two employers.
What’s Keeping Stocks Afloat? The ‘Microsoft Market’
The tech giant is a mainstay of the industry that lets companies, governments and people navigate disruptions caused by the coronavirus and other threats.
Scroll up! Scroll up! Here’s everything you need to know about Scotland’s first virtual agricultural show
Bring out the bunting – Scotland’s summer show season is back in business!
Institutional quarantine strengthened in Kallakurichi following influx of returnees from other States
While the incidence of COVID-19 in the district was low initially, there has been a sudden spurt in cases, with 74 returnees from Maharashtra testing positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, officials said
Samsung's next smartwatch just got certified, confirming many features
A new Samsung Galaxy Watch has been certified by the FCC, complete with a partial specs list.
Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody
MINNEAPOLIS: Authorities in Minneapolis and its sister city St Paul got reinforcements from the National Guard on Thursday (May 29) as they girded ...
Bihar: Major showdown between RJD MLAs, cops at Rabri Devi's residence over attack on worker
The face off took place at former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi's 10, Circular Road residence where her son Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of opposition in the state assembly, had summoned the RJD MLAs.
Congestion on Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway after Haryana seals borders of 4 other districts over Covid-19 spread
Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij Thursday directed that main as well as interior roads connecting Gurgaon, Faridabad, Sonipat and Jhajjar with the national capital be sealed.
Hong Kong: What is the BNO and what does the UK move mean?
The UK waded into the Hong Kong security row by proposing more rights for holders of a special passport.
Problems in care homes ‘could worsen’ if many staff have to self-isolate
Care England chief executive Professor Martin Green said testing in care homes needs to be prioritised.
Monkeys run away with samples of suspected Covid-19 patients in Meerut, trigger panic
A troop of monkeys attacked a lab technician who was carrying samples of suspected Covid-19 patients for testing and ran away after snatching three samples.
India-dedicated funds attract zero investments in April due to Covid-19
This is the first time since August 2016 that a month has reported nil fundraising in India-dedicated schemes
Andhra Pradesh HC asks Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar to be reinstated as SEC in blow to Jagan govt
Andhra Pradesh High Court has caused much embarrassment to the Jagan Reddy govt and asked Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar to be reappointed as Andhra Pradesh SEC. Jagan govt had removed him in April.
Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite sells out within 20 seconds in India on first sale
The Moto G8 Power Lite went on its first sale today and it reportedly sold out within 20 seconds. The G8 Power Lite is Motorola's latest budget smartphone.
British and Australian MotoGP races cancelled
The British Grand Prix was scheduled for Silverstone on August 30 while the Australian round had been due at Phillip Island on October 25.
New car review: The 2021 Genesis GV80
The all-new luxury SUV doesn’t have the familiarity of its competitors but deserves serious attention.
Two more positive cases in Mandya
Two more positive cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Mandya district on Friday, taking the district’s total figure to 257.The new patients, P-2548 and P-2549, a 10-year-old boy and a 50-year-old
No plans to open up Bali tourism in near future: governor
Bali province is still focusing on public health amid the COVID-19 pandemic and has no plans on restarting tourism activities in the near future, the governor says, as Indonesia appears set to head into a so-called “new normal” despite the lack...
Extended crematorium hours: Govt on disposing Covid-19 victim's bodies
. The Delhi government told the court that the LNJP hospital is being authorised to divert bodies to crematoriums at Panchkuian and Punjab Bagh, as opposed to only Nigambodh Ghat
Foreign Direct Investment inflows into Tamil Nadu declined by 8.5% in 2019-20
A senior State government official however said it had been a good year for investments for Tamil Nadu
Bafta TV awards set to be held behind closed doors with Richard Ayoade hosting
It will take place as a closed studio, socially-distanced show
Why 'Bake Off' Judge Benoit Never Guessed His Job Would Land Him A Role On TV
Bake Off: The Professionals’ new series is well under way, and has been tiding us over until the next series of actual Bake Off arrives (which may not even be this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic). The show, which sees pairs of professional…
Slaven Bilic: Defensive work key to West Brom success
Head coach Slaven Bilic says instilling a hunger to defend into his attacking players has been key to Albion’s success this season.
Why not binge this show about Rob Lowe and his adult sons chasing ghosts?
A potpourri of supernatural investigations.
COVID-19: E-ticket, face mask a must for domestic flights in Saudi Arabia
Social distancing to be observed at airports, inside aircraft
Google issued 1,755 warnings to users globally on govt-backed attackers in April
In a blog post, Google said its Threat Analysis Group (TAG) tracks more than 270 targeted or government-backed groups from over 50 countries. It, however, did not clarify which governments have targeted these users.
Student, 25, hacked to death in Nasarawa
Umar Muhammed, Lafia A 25-year-old student of the College of Health Science and Technology, Keffi, Nasarawa State, Yusuf Adi, has reportedly been hacked to death at Ugah, in Lafia, the state capit...
Colts hoping for lucrative payoff from betting big on Rivers
Frank Reich jumped right into research mode when he knew Philip Rivers would hit free agency.
Double storm activity over Arabian Sea picks up, depression likely to form near India coast
The India Meteorological Department is currently tracking two cyclonic disturbances over the Arabian Sea. The first one is near the African coast while the second one is expected to form opposite the Indian coast
40ft whale washes up on Essex beach
Police were working to remove the remains of the marine mammal.
Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence’
The social media site added a warning label to a tweet by the US president which referenced ‘shooting’ when looting starts in Minneapolis.
Indonesia minister slammed for ‘virus is like your wife’ remarks
An Indonesian minister is under fire after he compared coronavirus to rebellious wives, in remarks aimed at soothing public fears about easing COVID-19 restrictions across the Southeast Asian archipelago.
Multiple Shots Fired at George Floyd Solidarity Demonstration in Denver - Video
Earlier in the day, US President Donald Trump assured Minnesota Governor Tim Walz that the military is ready to provide assistance and quell the ongoing unrest in...
Black Star Riders share lyric video for Candidate For Heartbreak
Black Star Riders release lyric video for their new single Candidate For Heartbreak: “A song about the politics of dancing while the politicians dance around the truth”
Twitter obscures, warns on Trump tweet 'glorifying violence'
Trump, a prolific Twitter user, has been at war with the company since earlier this week, when it applied fact checks to two of his tweets about mail-in ballots.
Green Army rush to snap up new Plymouth Argyle home shirts for next season
First day sales of the kit showed a huge increase compared to 2019
Coronavirus: China mulls extending restrictions on international flights until June 30
The U.S. Transportation Department said in an order published on a U.S. government website that Delta Air Lines and United Airlines want to resume flights to China in June
Malaysia’s law minister: Govt not denying non-Muslims’ right to drink alcohol if legal limits complied
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The Malaysian government’s stern position against drunk driving that cause deaths in road accidents does not mean that non-Muslims in the country would not be allowed to drink alcohol, minister in charge of parliament and law Datuk Takiyuddin Hassan clarified today....
Why 2017's Junior Springboks are crucial to the domestic game's survival
SA's rookies have traditionally had the luxury of apprenticeships at senior level. The changing landscape means they're now squeezed into become 'veterans' very early.
Canadian companies are slow-walking, not running, back to the office
Nearly a third of respondents in a recent survey feel the safest course, for now, is to ask employees who are currently working from home to keep working from home
UN delays crucial climate summit for a year, cites pandemic
This year’s meeting, known as the COP26 summit, had been billed as the most important climate change summit since the 2015 talks that produced the Paris Agreement.
Kenya’s star athlete Rudisha ruled out for months after surgery
Two-time Olympic 800-meter champion David Rudisha underwent surgery on his left ankle on Thursday after fracturing it while walking
Amnesty accuses Ethiopia of extrajudicial killings
The rights group said in a report that victims were accused of being supporters of the Oromo Liberation Army, the breakaway armed wing of the Oromo Liberation Front, which the government had previousl
The Auditor-General’s Strategic Intentions To 2025
We’ve published The Auditor-General’s strategic intentions to 2025.
Don't think MS Dhoni would come back to play for India: Syed Kirmani
Former India wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani has rated MS Dhoni as the best-ever India captain in the history of the game and expressed his opinion on India star's future plans.
Twitter adds 'glorifying violence' warning to Trump tweet
Twitter has added a warning to one of U.S. President Donald Trump's tweets about protests in Minneapolis, saying it violated the platform's rules about 'glorifying violence.'
Football: The issues to resolve as English Premier League returns
LONDON: Premier League football is set to return on Jun 17 after a three-month coronavirus-enforced absence. READ: BBC to air live Premier League ...
Teaser: New 2021 Jeep Compass Coming Next Week
Fiat Chrysler's rugged Jeep brand has an updated version of its hot-selling compact Compass model line cook...
Minneapolis mayor calls for unity, denounces violent protests, looting
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey early Friday called on protesters decrying the police custody death of George Floyd to end the violence soon after demonstrators set a local police precinct on fire.
Crashed Pakistan A320 jet insured for $19.7 million: airline document
SYDNEY/LONDON (Reuters) - The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Airbus SE A320 jet that crashed into a crowded residential district of Karachi last week killing 97 people on board was insured for $19.7 million, an airline document showed.
Best flash drives of 2020: USB memory sticks for all your data storage needs
Forget that pile of old USB pen drives in your desk, it's time to upgrade to the best flash drives on the market.
Messi looking forward eagerly to 'weird' La Liga restart
'No doubt it will be strange at first, but I am looking forward to competing again,' says Barcelona star Lionel Messi
Over half of NI Covid deaths were care home residents
More than 700 people in Northern Ireland have died as a result of coronavirus, over half of whom were residents of care homes, according to figures released today by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency.
India, US could strike a 'smaller' trade deal in coming weeks: Indian envoy
The two countries have been negotiating a trade package to iron out certain issues and further boost two-way commerce
Gender inclusion, the Infosys way
Technology majors are at a huge advantage if they are able to understand how a cross-section of people tend to engage with their technology. With today’s consumer base more diverse and heterogeneous,
SPONSORED: Government action at home and abroad helps cope with Covid
The UK Government has been working round the clock to help people through Coronavirus at home and abroad.
Why shouldn’t designers sell masks?
Making a case for personal fashion statements and why a medical necessity can also be decorative
Google to let users make Google Voice calls directly from Gmail
Google will soon allow GSuite users to make Google Voice calls directly from their Gmail inbox, the company said on Thursday. The search giant will allow all GSuite users with Google Voice licences to
Gang Of Four pay tribute to Andy Gill with new single Forever Starts Now
Gang Of Four's John Sterry, Thomas McNeice and Tobias Humble join Andy Gill’s widow Catherine Mayer for the new track Forever Starts Now - taken from the Anti Hero EP
Former Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad Sacked From Own Political Party
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has been sacked from the political party that he co-founded.
Potential boost for Guardiola as influential Man City ace could sign new deal but key condition touted
City boss will be desperate to end any doubt over future...
Top JMB terrorist arrested in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district
The special task force (STF) unit of the Kolkata Police along with Murshidabad district police and local officers in Suti town made the arrest
Gold price flat ahead of Trump’s Hong Kong response
Spot gold was unchanged at $1,718.60 per ounce by 0616 GMT. US gold futures rose 0.2% to $1,716.50.
EXCLUSIVE: Staff to be made redundant at Tayside manufacturer after slump in orders
A Tayside manufacturer is to make dozens of people redundant as Covid-19 has resulted in a slump in orders.
J. League first division to resume on July 4
The second and third division will restart on June 27, with initial game in all three flights taking place without fans.
Vodafone Great British Tech Appeal Will Redistribute 10k Phones and Tablets to Those in 'Digital Poverty'
Vodafone is has announced that it's partnering with Barnardo's for the Great British Tech Appeal, to get 10,000 phones and tablets to the people that need them most.
WWE News: AJ Styles Discusses How He Helped Two ‘Raw’ Superstars Maintain Positive Attitude
During his time on the Monday Night Raw roster, AJ Styles apparently made a positive impact on some of the red brand’s younger talents, offering them some valuable advice on how to survive the ...
China excludes clean coal projects from list eligible for green bonds
SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China has excluded “clean coal” from a list of projects eligible for green bonds, according to long-awaited new draft guidelines published by the central bank on Friday.
Kangana Ranaut aims to become one of the richest people in India by 50
Kangana Ranaut has had an ambitious career despite the criticism she has faced over the years. She is now planning to rise to the top, not just career-wise but financially as well. “To be honest, I never thought I’d come this far. I never had these as my primary ambitions. I didn’t have material ambitions. […]
40-foot dead whale washes up on beach in Essex
A 40-foot dead whale has washed up on a beach in Essex. The animal was spotted in Clacton on Friday morning and the area has since been cordoned off. Essex Police says it's working with other organisations, including the 'Big Blue Ocean Cleanup', to decide how to move the whale.
Assam govt dedicates new super-specialty hospital to Covid-19 patients
The four-storey hospital — a new super-specialty block of the Guwahati Medical College and Hospital — was completed at a cost of Rs 150 crores and comprises 236 beds, including 50 ICU beds.
Report suggests how Arsenal could end up spending another £4.5m on William Saliba before he plays for club
Arsenal may end up having to spend more money on the Frenchman before he even plays for the club. Arsenal may end up having to spend more money on the Frenchman before he even plays for the club.
Opinion: The China-Canada ‘relationship’ is not worth saving
Ottawa’s constant tiptoeing around Beijing’s many aggressions signals a weak-kneed willingness to kowtow in the name of a friendship that doesn’t exist
LG Velvet to arrive in Europe soon, expected to launch in June 2020
The LG Velvet is arriving in Europe soon. It was spotted recently on LG’s official Italian website and is expected to launch in June 2020. The device is the latest launch from the South Korean company and is likely to be another attempt at revitalizing its falling smartphone business. LG Velvet is a mid range …
China rejects US President Donald Trump's call to mediate on standoff with India
China on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between Sino-India border standoff, saying there was no need for a third party to intervene between China and India.
Steve Carell's 'Space Force' Character Is Just Like Michael Scott — Kind Of
It's kind of impossible not to compare Steve Carell's Space Force character General Mark R. Naird to his Office character Michael Scott. Perhaps it's that they're both in shows created by Greg Daniels, or maybe it's just that Carell (Space Force…
Senate Democrats pump brakes on new stimulus checks
House Democrats looking to deliver another round of $1,200 relief checks to Americans are encountering skepticism from an unexpected source — fellow Democrats in the Senate.
Amit Shah speaks to CMs before meeting Modi on next phase of lockdown
The central government is expected to announce its decision on the lockdown within the next two days
Modi 2.0 fulfils BJP's core agenda in first year but COVID-19 throws new challenges
With the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance government marking its first anniversary on Saturday, the first year is likely to be remembered for the fulfilment of decades-old Hindutva demands as Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the huge majority his party won in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls to push through its core agenda.
American Civil Liberties Union Sues Clearview AI for Violating Privacy
Clearview AI, the developer of a facial-recognition tool used by law enforcement agencies, is currently facing charges from the American Civil Liberties Union for violating people's rights to privacy.
Trailer Accident on Thika Superhighway Causes Heavy Traffic [VIDEO]
Motorists using the Thika Superhighway were left stranded after a trailer hit the rail guards and...
N.C. Transportation Museum opened to the public on Thursday
The N.C. Transportation Museum opened to the public on Thursday with a new outdoor-only self-guided tour, the Transportation Trail.
EU governments ban malaria drug for COVID-19, trial paused as safety fears grow
PARIS/LONDON/MILAN, May 27 (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.
India's coronavirus death toll surpasses China's
India's coronavirus death toll overtook neighbouring China's on Friday, with 175 new deaths recorded in 24 hours taking the total to 4,706, according to data from the health ministry.
Samsung's new Galaxy Book Flex borrows the Note 10's S Pen
Samsung has announced its lineup of laptops for 2020, including a new convertible in the form of the Galaxy Book Flex
Irish Examiner View: Death of George Floyd in police custody shows racism kills in America
George Floyd's lethal treatment, captured on a phone, is just the latest in a shameful litany that shows how very racist America can be.
Hong Kong government warns removing US special status is 'double-edged sword'
HONG KONG: Hong Kong's government warned Washington that withdrawing its special US status, which has underpinned the city as a global financial ...
From Justin Bieber To Anne Hathaway, Hollywood Stars Demand Justice For George Floyd
Hollywood stars, including Justin Bieber, Anne Hathaway, John Boyega and Viola Davis, are outraged over the death of George Floyd, and have lashed out at the racist treatment of black people in the
FKF Elections: Sports Tribunal Summons Stakeholders To Roundtable Meeting
Sports Dispute Tribunal through its chairman John Ohaga has summoned football stakeholders to a virtual roundtable meeting Tuesday next week.The afternoon meeting is aimed at unlocking the Footbal
You will NEVER know who got you locked up under Test and Trace system: Fears secrecy could leave programme at risk of pranks or people maliciously naming someone they have not even seen
People identified as having been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for coronavirus will not be told who has named them when they are asked to self-isolate for two weeks.
Tyson Fury predicts which shot will KO Anthony Joshua in undisputed fight
Fury and Joshua and are on a collision course for next year to determine the first undisputed heavyweight world champion since Lennox Lewis
Nissan's Upcoming 400Z Teased Showing Retro Fairlady 240Z Inspiration
The 2021 model looks back to the '70s.
Two arrested after man, 35, stabbed to death following mass brawl in Leamington Spa street
A MURDER probe has been launched after a man was stabbed to death following a brawl in Leamington Spa. The 35-year-old was knifed in the heart after the row erupted on the street at around 10.30pm …
Fundraisers walk 11,000km for families of bereaved Filipino health workers
A team of around 100 are collectively travelling the distance from the UK to the Philippines.
No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension: official source
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation’s military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla has the challenging task of linking all the series lore together
Between the two distinct story eras of Assassin’s Creed, there is a bridge that needs to be built. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, plans to don a high visibility vest and get busy with some story-based construction.
China’s Xpeng ‘copies’ Tesla’s website after allegedly ‘stealing’ Autopilot source code
Chinese carmakers copying western brands isn't a new phenomenon, but one China-based EV maker has zero-chill and is now even copying Tesla's web design.
'Overwhelming' response as thousands pay tribute to Covid-19 victims in online book of remembrance
'It reminds us that every person who has died as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic is not merely a statistic in a health crisis'
Trouble finds Karnataka CM Yediyurappa again, BJP MLAs' meeting trigger speculations
On Friday, CM Yediyurappa dismissed reports that he has convened an emergency meeting of a section of BJP MLAs after a group of party legislators met in Belagavi, fuelling speculations about fresh discontentment in the ruling camp.
Police killing in Minneapolis puts new scrutiny on Biden pick
The killing by police of an unarmed black man in Minneapolis has aimed the national spotlight at systemic racism in America. It’s also added pressure on Joe Biden to pick an African American running
Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police
Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.
No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension: official source
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension. The neighbours' troops have been facing off along the
With 4,706 corona deaths, India surpasses China in total fatalities
India has now overtaken Turkey as the ninth worst-hit country in terms of total number of cases.
Wife of J&K Congress leader Soz moves SC against his house arrest
Various political leaders including former chief ministers Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti were arrested and put under house detention in August last year. The Centre had abrogated certain provisions of Article 370 of the Constitution granting special status Jammu and Kashmir and the detentions were made purportedly to ensure peace in the valley.
‘My listeners have been wonderful’: Alan Jones signs off his radio career
Sydney radio host Alan Jones has signed off for the final time after a 35 years in radio, prompting an outpouring of well wishes.
Coronavirus effect: UK car production likely to drop to lowest level in decades
Full-year production could fall to as low as around 870,000 vehicles, according to a forecast by AutoAnalysis for the SMMT, far below a recent nadir of 999,460 cars in 2009, during the financial crisis
Lil Yachty & Tierra Whack Slide Over Tokyo Drift Beat With A$AP Rocky & Tyler, The Creator On "T.D."
Lil Yachty and Tierra Whack embrace freestyle vibes on 'T.D.' with A$AP Rocky and Tyler, The Creator. The trilogy is officially complete. Lil Yachty earned his namesake with the Lil Boat series and, last night, he dropped the final installment. The Atlanta rapper shared the tracklist for his new alb...
Queensland corruption fighters turn coronavirus detectives
More than 500 law enforcement officials working for the state's corruption watchdog and the Justice Department have been trained up to help public health officials trace potential outbreaks.
Two floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed after official tests positive for COVID-19
The director-level officer, who attended work on May 28, was found positive for the infection along with his family members, said sources
Man stabs brother to death over soft drink
Deji Lambo One Chisom Eze has allegedly killed his 19-year-old brother, Henry, during a fight over a bottle of soft drink at their place of residence on Johnson Street, Alaba area of Lagos State. ...
Twitter flags China spokesman's tweet on COVID-19
Twitter has flagged a tweet written in March by a Chinese government spokesman that suggested the U.S. military brought the novel coronavirus to ...
FA Cup Final date confirmed as new format is revealed
In further good news for football fans, the FA Cup is set to resume at the end of June.
OPPO rolls out ColorOS 7 for its smartphones in India
OPPO, a global smartphone brand, announced the rollout plan of its official version of the ColorOS 7 operating system (based on Android 10) on Thursday for India. Since April, OPPO users have been rec
Tokyo to further relax coronavirus curbs on Monday, governor says
TOKYO (Reuters) - Curbs in Japan’s capital of Tokyo to contain the coronavirus are to be eased further from Monday, Governor Yuriko Koike said, citing the recommendation of an advisory panel.
14 Afghan security force members killed in attack claimed by Taliban
KABUL, May 29 — Taliban fighters stormed an Afghan border post today, killing at least 14 security force members, the insurgents and officials said, the latest in a series of attacks since the end of a brief ceasefire. Despite the clashes, Afghan authorities have vowed to press on with efforts to...
Kate Garraway thanks brave NHS as husband still 'fighting' Covid-19
TV star says Clap for Carers has been 'source of weekly comfort'
US-China tensions: Trump admin may soon expel thousands of Chinese graduate students
The US hosted 133,396 graduate students from China in the 2018-19 academic year, and they made up 36.1 per cent of all international graduate students.
Govt weighs use of drones, planes to bring down locust swarms
“A committee under the chairmanship of the Additional Secretary of the Department has been constituted to procure services and goods for spraying insecticides through drones and airplanes,” the ministry said in a statement on Thursday.
Delhi: More than 1,000 Covid cases reported second day in a row; 13 deaths in last 24 hrs
Jain said as many as 7,846 people, who had contracted the virus, have recovered, out of which 351 recovered in the last 24 hours.
Coronavirus: Transformed Headley Court Battles 'New Upsurge' In Aftercare Demand
The former defence rehabilitation facility re-opened as the NHS Seacole Centre in response to COVID-19.
Give us today our daily bread
People in Delhi come together to provide meals to hungry migrant workers and others
Lockdown easing measures will not help families of six or more, minister admits
George Eustice said that six was ‘a sensible level’.
Lady Gaga's new album features S. Korea's Blackpink
The diva's latest, 'Chromatica,' is released June 3 in Taiwan
Man dies after being found seriously hurt in Edinburgh flat as cops tape off scene
A MAN has died after being found seriously hurt in a flat in Edinburgh. Emergency services raced to the property in North Bughtlin Brae after reports of a concern for a person. Officers have now co…
Chinese general threatens attack on Taiwan to stop independence
Although China has never renounced the use of force, it is rare for a top, serving military officer to so explicitly make the threat in a public setting.
TikTok is becoming less Chinese, more American
ByteDance has expanded TikTok's decision-making and research capabilities to California
The reality of the 'new cold war' with China
It's a good time to be a China hawk. Beijing's new national security law for Hong Kong, the latest effort to neuter the region's promised autonomy, has rung alarm bells across the political spectrum about China's intentions. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has already declared that the
Afghan forces killed as gov't urges Taliban to extend ceasefire
At least 14 members of the Afghan army have been killed in a Taliban attack as the Afghan government said the Eid ceasefire was not over yet.
CMCO: SOP compliance of foreign construction workers in Penang improving, says exco
GEORGE TOWN, May 29 — The awareness to comply with standard operating procedures (SOP) of foreign workers in the construction sector in Penang continues to show an increase, said state Housing, Local Government and Town and Country Planning Committee chairman Jagdeep Singh Deo. He said, as of...
Five Glasgow teens targeted in hit-and-run murder bid after car ploughs into them as cops hunt driver
COPS are probing a murder bid after a crazed motorist deliberately ploughed into a group of teens in Glasgow. The men, three aged 18 and two 19-year-olds, were walking on Killin Street in Shettlest…
Lockdown 5.0: After discussing future course of action with state CMs, Amit Shah meets PM Modi
According to sources, the two leaders discussed the COVID-19 situation in India and the next course of action in this regard.
Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence'
The social media site added a warning label to a tweet by the US president which referenced ‘shooting' when looting starts in Minneapolis.
What Goes On Inside A Printer?
Printing: it’s not something we really think about, is it? We press a button, wait for our page to come out and walk away – until we need to print
Driver jailed for crowbar attack after mowing down stranger at petrol station
Police said the victim may not have survived the ‘unrelenting’ onslaught if it was not for the brave actions of members of the public.
Cricket Australia Tells ICC It Would Like To Host 2021 Edition Of T20 WC: Report
Eddings has told ICC that it wants to host the event in late 2021 when India is scheduled to host the T20 World Cup and does not want the hosting rights for this year's tournament to be shifted all the way back to 2022.
Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence’
Twitter has hidden one of President Donald Trump's tweets, after he tweeted just after midnight on Friday a threat to shoot rioters in Minnesota. The protests come following the death of George Floyd, who died after
Suspect tripped up senior
Police in Metro Vancouver are searching for a woman who casually approached a senior who was using a walker, tripped her from behind and walked away.
Twitter blocks Trump’s tweet that threatened to shoot looters in Minnesota
Hours after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order seeking to bring greater regulation to social media companies, Twitter continued its moderation of Mr Trump’s tweets.The social media
TikTok owner ByteDance moves to shift power out of China: Sources
TikTok's poaching of Disney's Kevin Mayer to be its CEO was just the most visible part of a broader strategy by its Chinese owner to shift its centre of power away from China at a time of rising global tensions, several people familiar with the plans said.
Twitter flags Trump tweet on Minneapolis as 'glorifying violence'
US News: Twitter on Friday flagged a post by US President Donald Trump on the unrest in Minneapolis as 'glorifying violence', saying the tweet violated its rul
Delay in financial aid to SMEs will be resolved in two months, says Wan Junaidi
KUCHING, May 29 — The Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry expects the delay in the disbursement of financial assistance for Covid-19-affected small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Sarawak to be resolved within two months. Its minister, Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar,...
All The New TV Shows & Films Arriving On Netflix UK In June
Ongoing lockdown and social distancing measures have kept many of us glued to our streaming platforms of choice, and powering your way through Netflix's colossal library of films and TV shows can be a perfect way of distracting yourself from the…
Minister to join in chamber event
Minister for International Trade Greg Hands will be taking part in a Black Country Chamber of Commerce online Zoom event on Friday, June 5.
'My Bloody Jeans': When a pair of jeans tells a story
The Malayalam short film by JAS trains the spotlight on women’s safety
After record crowd in Melbourne that heralded new dawn for women's cricket, pandemic causes financial uncertainty
Cricket boards are staring at financial losses ranging from significant to severe as a result of the coronavirus shutdown and there is a danger the women’s game will bear the brunt of the cost-cutting
New scam alert: Don’t share WhatsApp verification PIN with anyone
The scammers use WhatsApp logo as profile picture and this has prompted many unsuspecting users to provide their verification code.
Driver jailed for crowbar attack after mowing down stranger at petrol station
Police said the victim may not have survived the ‘unrelenting’ onslaught if it was not for the brave actions of members of the public.
‘Ize-Iyamu yet to meet conditions for granting waiver’
The chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 18 local government areas of Edo State have said that the consensus candidate of pro-Adams....
Market Drayton launch new charity trust
Market Drayton Town are launching a charity trust aimed at growing links with the community by giving young people a unique opportunity to develop sporting and social interests.
Corona Havoc Continues in Karnataka, 178 New Cases reported in last 24 hours -
In Karnataka, cases of corona virus infected are increasing very rapidly, in the last 24 hours, the report of 178
Securing the remote workforce during COVID-19 and beyond [Q&A]
The COVID-19 global pandemic has created a cybercrime playground. From phishing scams to ransomware to social media attacks, COVID-19-focused malware campaigns are on the rise. In fact, according to research from Zscaler, there's been a 30,000 percent increase in coronavirus-related attacks.
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Bullring and Grand Central back to full opening on June 15
Birmingham city centre's Bullring and Grand Central has announced that it will officially re-open on 15 June, in line with the latest guidance from the Government.
Himachal Pradesh health scam: Congress says ‘BJP’s honesty exposed’, demands probe by sitting HC judge
Himachal Health Scam: Congress said the vigilance will never go against the bosses and demanded a thorough probe into the matter by a sitting judge.
Black CNN reporter arrested live on-air covering Minneapolis protests [Video]
A CNN reporter in Minneapolis, Omar Jimenez, covering the protests in the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd, was arrested live report on-air
Ministry of Public Security to instruct HK police on cracking down on subversive sabotage
China’s Ministry of Public Security vowed to fully instruct and support the Hong Kong Police Force in ending riots and violence while severely cracking down on penetration of subversive and disruptive sabotage by hostile forces and resolutely safeguarding national political security.
After £3.6m report, Leeds United now know what it will take to sign Adil Aouchiche
The PSG talent is available on a free transfer this summer but will cost a sizeable signing-on fee and wage.The PSG talent is available on a free transfer this summer but will cost a sizeable signing-on fee and wage.
OFI say restrictions should be eased for Irish Olympic hopefuls
Federation argues Irish athletes are facing a ‘significant disadvantage’ to their rivals
KL cops nab six individuals, seize drugs worth nearly RM1m
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Police arrested six individuals, including four women, and seized various types of drugs, worth nearly RM1 million, in a two-day operation in the federal capital since last Tuesday. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Seri Mazlan Lazim said the suspects, aged between 28 and 54,...
Authorities report 13 new COVID-19 cases, all returnees from Pakistan
Hong Kong reported 13 new COVID-19 cases Friday, all of them imported cases from Pakistan Among the infections are a family cluster of five, which includes a mother and her three kids who went to Pakistan in January to attend a relative's wedding...
Taiwan president meets HK dissident, promises support for protesters
Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen visited a bookstore run by a prominent Hong Kong dissident Friday, repeating promises of humanitarian support and sanctuary for those fighting for democracy in the finance hub.
Police probe death at castle amid fears that ‘something like this was coming’
The ‘stoning’ incident at Lullingstone Castle in Kent came after local residents expressed concerns over anti-social behaviour.
Softbank-backed Coupang becomes central to new South Korean COVID-19 outbreak | ZDNet
Over 100 new cases have been linked to Coupang facilities.
Burton residents told to curb water use as heatwave prompts spike in demand
South Staffs Water has set out a series of measures people should follow
'Don't anticipate any law changes': Premiership, RFU and WRU set to ignore World Rugby's 10 Covid laws
World Rugby unveiled 10 optional law changes on Thursday but they haven’t been warmly received by the Premiership, RFU and WRU.
EUR/USD Forecast: Looking for a Fresh Chance to Buy
The EUR/USD exchange rate has finally cleared the 1.10 hurdle and is quoted at 1.1130 ahead of the weekend. Analyst and technical forecaster Richard Perry at Hantec Markets says he looks to now use an unwind within the pair's channel as a chance to buy
Odion Ighalo willing to risk £75m contract with Shanghai to stay at United
Odion Ighalo is now ready to make a real financial gamble on his contract with Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua as he wants to finish the season with Man United.
Depression likely to occur in the Bay of Bengal during June: DMH
Two low pressure areas may form over the Bay of Bengal and one may further intensify into the depression, according to the weather forecast for June by the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology (DMH).
Khedira 'very happy' at Juventus
Now confident his injury problems are over, Sami Khedira has no intention of leaving Juventus at the end of the 2019-20 season.
Chinese grad students may be next hit by US-China tensions
The Trump administration may expel thousands of Chinese graduate students enrolled at US universities in the latest sign of tensions between Washington and Beijing that are raging over trade, the
Boston Marathon canceled for first time in race's 124-year history
The Boston Marathon was canceled Thursday for the first time in the event’s 124-year history as the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect the sports world.
Isko: MIDCC needs frontliners
THE city government of Manila is in need of frontliners for its Manila Infectious Disease Control Center .(MIDCC) located at the Sta. Ana Hospital.
Indonesia ‘very concerned’, condemns Israel’s West Bank plan
Foreign Minister Retno LP Marsudi says she has spoken with representatives of various countries and international organizations, including the United States, to raise Indonesia's concerns about Israel's further annexation into parts of the West Bank.
40ft whale washes up on Essex beach
Police were working to remove the remains of the marine mammal.
India victims of 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy dying of coronavirus
Victims of a horrifying 1984 gas leak in the Indian city of Bhopal, who have long suffered the debilitating fallout of the world's worst industrial disaster, are now dying from the novel coronavirus, with relatives and activists accusing the government of abandoning them and withholding treatment.
US south-west in grip of historic 'megadrought', research finds
Intensified by climate change, the current 20-year arid period is one of the worst on record, with wide-ranging effects
Actor Denzel Washington helps police deal with homeless man, earns praise online
Many people thanked actor Denzel Washington's intervention given it comes after the recent death of 46-year-old George Floyd in Minneapolis, who died in police custody.
British Airways may outsource work of 450 redundant employees
Exclusive: airline’s proposals also include closing operation at Heathrow Terminal 3
Coronavirus travel bans leave hundreds stranded at Brazil's largest airport
Stefany Carvallido, her 2-year-old daughter and about 200 other Colombians have been camping out inside Brazil's busiest international airport for days in a desperate attempt to get back to their home country.
Ghar Wapasi for Shivpal Yadav? Speaker allows Samajwadi Party to withdraw plea seeking his disqualification
Shivpal Yadav, the estranged uncle of Akhilesh Yadav, was elected from the Jaswantnagar assembly constituency in the 2017 State elections.
Merger of three state-owned general insurers on back burner due to Covid-19
Notably, the boards of the three firms had approved the merger in January and had appointed management consultant firm EY to chalk the road map for the exercise last year
Twitter obscures, warns on Trump tweet 'glorifying violence'
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday responded to outrage over the police killing of a black man in Minneapolis by threatening to take action to bring the city 'under control,' calling violent protesters outraged by the killing 'thugs' and reviving a civil-rights-era phrase fraught with racist overtones.
Man, 29, appears in court for murder of Louise Smith, 16, found dead in Hampshire woods after going missing
A MAN has appeared in court charged with murdering a 16-year-old girl found dead in woodland 14 days after she went missing. Louise Smith was discovered dead in the woods in Havant, Hants, just min…
Emily Maitlis' REAL political colours: Newsnight presenter's Left-leaning views are exposed in tweets and retweets to her 360,000 followers
Miss Maitlis caused a stir on Tuesday with her comments on Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham during lockdown.
Invest India holds virtual panel discussion for global investors
During the discussion, Ajay Prakash Sawhney, secretary in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, highlighted the various initiatives undertaken by the government, including the production linked incentive scheme and scheme for promotion of manufacturing of electronic components and semiconductors.
Labour calls for Attorney General to apologise after her defence of Cummings
Suella Braverman had said the Prime Minister’s adviser had been doing ‘what any good parent does’.
Fundraisers walk 11,000km for families of bereaved Filipino health workers
A team of around 100 are collectively travelling the distance from the UK to the Philippines.
Lagos supports 2,204 businesses in one year to reduce unemployment
Lagos State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Mrs Yetunde Arobieke said the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) has supported 2,204 businesses to expand with the aim of reducing unemployment in the state.
Fanendo Adi: Nigerian born star donates 2000 bags of rice in Benue
Former Nigerian junior forward Fanendo Adi has thrown his weight of support for the vulnerable in Benue state as he donated 2000 bags of rice as palliative.
Stalin urges Chief Minister to take action on petitions
DMK president M.K. Stalin on Friday urged Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami to take action on the representations submitted by people through the DMK’s Ondrinaivom Vaa programme.In a tweet, Mr. S
Covid-19 wrap | 1 000 dead in 24 hours in Brazil, India coronavirus death toll passes China's
Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.
Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence’
The social media site added a warning label to a tweet by the US president which referenced ‘shooting’ when looting starts in Minneapolis.
NCDC confirms 182 new cases of COVID-19, total active cases now hits 6064
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Thursday recorded 182 new cases of the Coronavirus, (COVID-19), in the country, the...
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Madhya Pradesh launches ‘Rozgar Setu’ scheme for skilled workers
State is the first to devise such a work plan for those who returned, says CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Modi 2.0: BJP plans over 500 digital rallies to mark first anniversary
BJP to hold 500 digital rallies: The Modi government will complete one year in the office on May 30. The BJP has decided to hold over 500 digital rallies in the country to mark the first anniversary.
Florida committees on reopening schools, campuses holding final meetings Friday
Committees established by two groups, the Florida Education Association (FEA) and the United Faculty of Florida (UFF), to examine the best way to reopen public schools and campuses will hold their final meetings on Friday.
Nigeria: FG pushes conclusion of the electricity deal with Siemens
President Buhari has instructed commencement of the next phase of the Siemens contract to upgrade the dilapidated electricity supply industry in Nigeria.
Adored father of two young children died after being hit by car while out cycling before work
David 'Davey' Jones, 41, was out cycling when he was hit by a Jeep
Queensland corruption fighters turn coronavirus detectives
More than 500 law enforcement officials working for the state's corruption watchdog and the Justice Department have been trained up to help public health officials trace potential outbreaks.
Fundraisers walk 11,000km for families of bereaved Filipino health workers
A team of around 100 are collectively travelling the distance from the UK to the Philippines.
A tough call: Minor league umps squeezed as lost year looms
Any other May weekend, Trevor Dannegger might’ve been in Hartford or Richmond or Akron on a Double-A diamond, wrangling players, coaches and managers.
IDC: Hearables market sees growth, but smartwatch sales decline in Q1 2020
The first quarter of 2020 had the wearables market see a significant growth despite the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. According to an IDC report, the hearables market has seen impressive growth during this time of crisis, while smartwatches and fitness trackers have seen a decline in sales. The hearables category includes all the headphones, earphones earbuds, …
Bafta confirms date and host for TV awards held behind closed doors
The ceremonies were postponed because of the coronavirus crisis.
50% of Indians will have Covid-19 by Dec, 90% will never know about it: Report
The number of cases of novel coronavirus will increase after Lockdown 4.0 ends, warned V Ravi, Head of Neurovirology, National Institute of Mental Health & Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), and nodal
Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says
Speaking at Beijing's Great Hall of the People on the 15th anniversary of the Anti-Secession Law, Li Zuocheng, chief of the Joint Staff Department and member of the Central Military Commission, left the door open to using force.
EVE MUIRHEAD: Eoin Morgan is right – this break can be a good thing for athletes
Compare and contrast my mindset at the beginning of the lockdown to how I’m feeling now and it’s very different.
Ex-Kasarani MP John Chege Fined Ksh1.3 M for Receiving 100,000 Bribe [VIDEO]
The court case that first commenced in 2013 finally came to a conclusion with the MP fined Ksh1.3 Million in the...
How to help the public overcome Covid-19 stigma
The government is moving to curb violence toward healthcare workers. But to dispel the fear and myths around the violence, community leaders, organisations, celebrities and the media must partake in responsible messaging
Inside a COVID-19 hospital in India, doctors see no end in sight
It was barely noon on Thursday when the metal doors of the mortuary at a hospital in south New Delhi swung open and staff in white coveralls rolled out a stretcher. Mourning relatives looked on, as a body bag was loaded into an ambulance and taken away to a cemetery.
Amit Shah meets PM Modi; briefs on CMs views on lockdown
India News: Union home minister Amit Shah on Friday met PM Modi and informed him about the views of all chief ministers on the extension of the ongoing nationwide
Best Windows 10 apps this week
Three-hundred-and-eighty-eight in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Microsoft Store in the past seven days.
Danielle Lloyd packs on PDA in steamy embrace amid lockdown outing with husband
The glamour model donned a casual look as she stepped out to the shops with her husband and two youngest children
Los Angeles union, joined by 'Pandemic Pig', demands meatpacking plant closure
The union representing workers at a meatpacking plant near Los Angeles where at least 153 employees have come down with COVID-19 called on ...
Nurse with COVID did not reveal trip to Malaysia
A nurse being investigated over a COVID-19 case in a Queensland town went to Malaysia in late March but didn't tell contact tracers, a representative says.
BJD leader, 2 others die in fire mishap in Odisha
The deceased are president of Berhampur Central Co-operative Bank (BCCB) Alekh Choudhury (69), his brother-in-law Bhagaban Patra (84) and caretaker Sunil Behera (19).
Get 30% off custom Ray-Ban glasses with the new Apple Pay promo
A brand new Apple Pay promotion will get you 30% off custom Ray-Bans at Ray-Ban.com!
China plans to extend curbs on international flights until June 30 – US embassy
Chinese civil aviation authorities plan to extend until June 30 their curbs on international flights to contain the spread of the coronavirus, the U.S. embassy in Beijing said in a travel advisory on Friday.
Google says use existing EU laws to govern AI
Doesn't want to see new laws created.
Delhi records 1,106 new cases of coronavirus in last 24 hours, highest spike since outbreak
The national capital has recorded 1,106 new cases of coronavirus taking the tally to 17,387, besides 82 deaths, out of which 13 occurred in last 24 hours.
Massive chaos at Delhi-Gurugram border after Haryana govt orders sealing borders with capital over COVID-19
Citing a sharp increase in coronavirus cases during the past one week in Haryana districts adjoining Delhi, Haryana government sealed the state borders with Delhi.
File report on plea against declaring pvt hospital as COVID-19 institute: HC to Delhi govt
The plea was filed by Safdarjung Development Area (SDA) Residents Welfare Association (RWA) and others challenging the May 16 order of the Delhi government declaring Ujala Cygnus Orthocare Hospital - with 40 isolation wards- as a dedicated COVID-19 hospital.
Students May Attend Only 100 Days of School in New COVID-19-Induced Normal in India, Sources Say
New Delhi (Sputnik): Schools and universities were closed in India even before the first lockdown was announced on 24 March. The schooling system then moved to virtual...
When every order is a seed: How to buy produce in advance and aid farmer rescue projects
Apples, honey and veterinary kits — how these social entrepreneurs are getting consumers involved in farmer rescue projects