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Boris Johnson facing scandal after standing by Dominic Cummings in pandemic travel controversy
The U.K. Prime Minister’s top political aide admitted to travelling more than 400 kilometres north of London with his wife and son days after the lockdown was initiated, while sick
Can multiculturalism survive the new Cold War?
The answer is yes but it needs to toughen up.
20 hikers were rescued from flooding in popular Virginia hike trail, fire official says
Emergency crews rescued 20 hikers on a Virginia trail who had been trapped since Sunday evening due to flash flooding.
The bravest men in Ireland sat in this chair
An excerpt from "They Put the Flag a-Flyin’ The Roscommon Volunteers" by Kathleen Hegarty Thorne
What the papers say – May 26
There is a mixed response from the nation’s papers to Dominic Cummings’s Monday press conference.
Dominic Cummings still under fire over lockdown breach allegations
Opposition leaders will hold talks on Tuesday morning to discuss public health messaging amid the row.
Virginia rescue crews save 20 hikers trapped by flash floods around Devil's Bathtub
Emergency crews on Monday rescued 20 hikers who had been trapped on a popular southwest Virginia trail after heavy rains caused flash flooding, according to a fire official.
Ahmaud Arbery family's legal team says feds looking into how local law enforcement handled shooting
Federal officials are looking into how local law enforcement handled the February shooting of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia, a federal prosecutor told the family, according to the relatives' attorneys.
Girlfriend, 18, accused of murdering Fife man by driving over his head at farm
A STUDENT has appeared in court accused of murdering her boyfriend by running him down and driving over his head. Grace Ross, 18, is said to have murdered Joshua Kerr, also 18, in an alleged incide…
Mary-Kate Olsen files for divorce from Olivier Sarkozy the day NYC courts reopen after emergency petition was denied
MARY-KATE Olsen has reportedly once again filed for divorce from husband Olivier Sarkozy after her emergency petition was denied earlier this month. The 33-year-old Full House star originally filed…
Embattled Michigan governor in hot water over hubby’s boat request
The governor of Michigan — whose strict coronavirus lockdown policies have caused infamous revolts in the state — is taking heat after her husband appeared to have flouted some of her own
Feds probing Ahmaud Arbery slaying, family lawyer says
The US Justice Department has launched an investigation into the shooting death of unarmed black jogger Ahmaud Arbery by two white men in Georgia, a lawyer for the victim’s family said
Accused murderers allegedly used drugs with teen before fatal fall
Police say Cian English, 19, was trying to escape being robbed by the three men at knifepoint when he fell to his death in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Some visit Mississippi attractions as COVID-19 rules ease
BILOXI, Miss. — With water parks and amusement parks reopen in Mississippi, visitors at one Gulf Coast attraction said they believed they were safe from coronavirus infection.
Cacophony is hushed by coronavirus as Chattogram beach, amusement parks empty out on Eid
In normal times, people in their thousands arrive on the sea beach and in amusement parks in Chattogram and they reverberate with never-ending noise on Eid-ul-Fitr.
Celebrating military heroes on Memorial Day in Las Vegas — PHOTOS
Las Vegas Valley residents joined other Americans on Memorial Day to honor those who have given their lives in military service to their country.
Lebanon’s migrant workers’ plight worsens as crises multiply
BEIRUT (AP) — Long before the pandemic struck, they lived and worked in conditions that rights groups called exploitative — low wages, long hours, no labor law protections. Now, some...
Military helicopter crash-lands in Russia, kills 4 on board
MOSCOW (AP) — A Russian military helicopter crash-landed on an airfield Tuesday in the far eastern region of Chukotka, killing four people, the military said. The crash involving a Mi-8...
Ilhan Omar Says Believes Tara Reade's Sexual Assault Allegations Against Joe Biden
The former staffer previously claimed she was sexually assaulted by the former vice president during an encounter 27 years ago, which Biden has denied.
Serial rapist falls 100ft down a cliff during police chase
He was convicted of raping up to 100 women.
Donald Trump spends Memorial Day weekend attacking female opponents and golfing
'Presidency is about a lot more than tweeting from your golf cart,' Trump's likely opponent in the 2020 election, Joe Biden, said.
Foreign Correspondent's Club of Japan accused of censorship after taking down Tokyo Olympics parody
The April issue of the club's magazine featured the Tokyo Olympics' emblem depicted in the shape of a coronavirus, which reportedly prompted copyright complaints from the Olympic Organising Committee.
UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrict
Some visit Mississippi attractions as COVID-19 rules ease
With water parks and amusement parks reopen in Mississippi, visitors at one Gulf Coast attraction said they believed they were safe from coronavirus infection.
Man killed in standoff with deputies in northwest Montana
Montana authorities say a man was killed following an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement officers in the northwest part of the state.
Mom charged after she doesn't note missing child for hours
A northeast Louisiana woman is jailed on child desertion charges after police say her 2-year-old was found wandering alone.
Turkey's Erdogan extends condolences on PIA plane crash
The Turkish president also extends best wishes of the government and people of Turkey for the Pakistanis on the blissful occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr
Govt hints at reimposing lockdown after Eid as COVID-19 cases surge past 56,000
Pakistanis are under the wrong impression that the prevalence of the disease is reducing, says Dr Zafar Mirza
Calls for MSR's 'immediate release' grow louder as Spanish journalist condemns detention
Ana Ballesteros says it seems that free flow of information and free dissent is a crime in Pakistan
Deceased pilot Sajjad Gul's father says he has 'not an ounce of faith' in PIA's crash inquiry
PIA's top hierarchy itself is leaking bits of the inquiry report and blaming people left and right for negligence
'No Eid in our home': Families of PIA plane crash victims continue to mourn
There were two survivors from onboard the aircraft, while no fatalities were reported on the ground
Airbus team to arrive in Karachi today to investigate plane crash
The European aerospace company will run an independent investigation into the plausible reasons for the crash
Violation of multiple SoPs led to fatal PIA plane crash
Pilot was way beyond safe landing speed and altitude as close as 4 nautical miles
Balochistan reports 101 new coronavirus cases
On May 21, the Balochistan government had decided to extend the ongoing smart lockdown till June 2
Karachi: Four succumb to wounds caused by gas leakage explosion
The unfortunate incident took place on May 15 due to gas leakage in a faulty air conditioner
The Scottish Tories’ defence of Boris Johnson has left them looking craven
The Dominic Cummings scandal has exposed the party’s continuing lack of independence from Westminster.
Dominic Cummings admits to breaking lockdown rules. What happens now?
The crucial question is whether the events of this weekend have permanently sapped public goodwill towards the government.
This could be the moment the public finally sees through Boris Johnson
The depth of fury against the Prime Minister and Dominic Cummings transcends normal political divisions.
Return by trains only, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar tells migrants
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on Sunday appealed to the migrants to return only by trains. He made an appeal through a video-conference and regretted people were still coming by roads though over 300 trains have been engaged since May 4. Over 200 more trains would carry the migrants in the two days.
Coronavirus in Kerala: Higher influx of people exposes gaps in the state's quarantine system
There are signs of Kerala’s coronavirus quarantine system getting thrown out of gear as the authorities find themselves unable to cope with the increased flow of people from outside the state.
'They couldn’t collate their results in 2016' - Awuku tells NDC not to blame EC
The New Patriotic Party's National Organiser, Sammy Awuku has refuted claims by the NDC that the Electoral Commission (EC) and the National Identification Authority (NIA) are in league to rig the elections in favour of the ruling government.
CDD joins opposition to Public Universities Bill
The Centre for Democratic Development (CDD), a governance think tank, has written to Parliament to express why the legislature should not pass the Public Universities Bill into law, a move they say will give the executive too much power in the management of public universities in the country.
NDC drags AG, EC to Supreme Court over new voters register
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has dragged the Electoral Commission (EC) to the Supreme Court over the compilation of a new voters register.
Stephen Ntim supports Greater Accra Regional youth wing of the NPP
Former National Vice Chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party(NPP) Stephen Ntim has donated innumerable items to support all Muslim Executives in all the constituencies in the Greater Accra region as they climax this year’s Ramadan festivities.
Heavy rainfall hits Penyi 3 days after arrest of spiritualists who 'hijacked' rain
Correspondence from the Volta Region
Landlord allegedly shoots and kills ‘musician’ tenant at Ofankor
A landlord has allegedly murdered his tenant for refusing to vacate a room he has rented to him.
Eastern, Western Naval Commands benefit from Zoomlion disinfection exercise
The Western Naval Command (Sekondi) of the Ghana Navy on Monday (May 25, 2020) benefited from Zoomlion Ghana Limited’s voluntary disinfection exercise.
Abronye DC speaks after CID invitation, makes three counter accusations against Mahama
The Bono Regional Chairman of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC has asked the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to invite former President John Mahama for further questioning after levelling three counter accusations against the latter.
Anas, Akufo-Addo named among top 50 Africa disruptors for 2020
Ace Ghanaian investigative journalist, Anas Aremeyaw Anas, has been named among top 50 Africans who are ‘shaking up the status quo’ on the continent.
Voters register: NDC writes to EC for training manual
The opposition NDC has requested from the Electoral Commission a training manual for voters registration officials ahead of the planned exercise.
NDC will win December election if it's free and fair - Asiedu Nketia
General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia has said his party will win the upcoming elections if the elections are conducted in a free and fair manner.
Go to court and challenge new register and not threats - Buaben Asamoa
Communications Director for the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Yaw Buaben Asamoa has stated that if the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has disagreements with the Electoral Commission’s decision to compile a new voter’s register, they can proceed to court.
Chief Imam calls for free and fair December elections
Sheikh Osman Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam on Sunday called on all stakeholders, especially the Electoral Commission to ensure a violence-free, fair and transparent elections ahead of the December polls.
Go to court and challenge new register and stop the threats - Buaben Asamoa
Communications Director for the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Yaw Buaben Asamoa has stated that if the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has disagreements with the Electoral Commission’s decision to compile a new voter’s register, they can proceed to court.
EC to update IPAC on impending voter registration
The Electoral Commission, Ghana (EC) has sent invitation letters to members of the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) for a meeting on Wednesday, May 27.
Get to bottom of JB Danquah’s death before Atta Mills – A Plus to Deputy Minister
Musician and politician, Kwame Asare Obeng alias A Plus has wandered how the governing New Patriotic Party(/NPP) is going to get to unravel the cause of death of former President John Evans Atta Mills when the party is yet to get to the bottom of the death of JB Danquah Adu, a former NPP MP.
Being on the street exposes you to social vices – Street Boy shares harrowing story
Young Collins Amankwah, who happens to be a street boy in the busy city of Accra as a result of broken home and its bizarre consequences, narrated his rather sad and risky experiences on the streets.
Govt to site Military Base at Agogo to check illegal activities of Fulani herdsmen
As part of measures in curbing the increasing insecurity in the area such as illegal activities of nomadic Fulani herdsmen and other heinous crimes, the government plans to build a military base in Asante Akim North District capital, Agogo in the Ashanti Region.
Prison officers, others defy ban on social gathering
Two prison officers were spotted consuming alcohol Sunday night at Koforidua the Eastern Regional capital with dozens of others in blatant disregard to the ban on public gathering and closure of drinking spots.
Assemblyman's overspeeding vehicle runs over young apprentice, kills her on the spot
Correspondence from the Volta Region
We are prepared to fight election 2020 on Akufo-Addo's phenomenal record - Veep Bawumia
The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has indicated that the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) is ready to contest the 2020 elections on the phenomenal record and leadership of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
Election 2020: NDC’s major problem is Mahama not a new voters’ register – Wontumi
“The main problem of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) as the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana plans to prepare a new voters’ register for the December 7 polls is the party’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, Ashanti Regional Chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Bernard Antwi Boasiako alias Chairman Wontumi claims.
Nigerian woman in court for impersonating ministers
A Nigerian woman has been put before an Accra Circuit Court for impersonating some Ministers of State to defraud prospective job seekers on social media.
Kasoa MCE denies threatening to kill NDC candidate
The Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE) of Awutu Senya East, Michael Mensah has rubbished allegations that he has mobilised people to threaten the National Democratic’s Parliamentary Candidate for the Awutu Senya East Constituency, Phyllis Naa Koryoo so she would step down from the race.
John Mahama will still win if a new register is compiled - NDC's Adams Yussif
NDC aspiring Member of Parliament in the Asante- Akyem North constituency, Alhaji Sulley Adams Yussif has said the NDC is resisting the Electoral Commission’s attempt to compile a new voter’s register because it will disenfranchise majority of Ghanaians.
NDC parliamentary candidate petitions CID over death threats
Parliamentary candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for Awutu Senya East Constituency, Naa Koryoo Okunor, has implored the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service to probe into death threats she has received over the week from assailants.
We’ll meet with Ken Agyapong to settle feud – Obinim’s handlers
Lawyers for self-styled televangelist and founder of the International God’s Way Church, Bishop Daniel Obinim are likely to make overtures with Assin Central MP, Kennedy Agyapong in the coming days, Administrator of the Church, Rev. Kwadwo Adu Boahen has told Kasapa 102.5 FM.
How Maharashtra Lost the Battle
Lack of coordination between the ruling coalition partners, failure of the Chief Minister and top cabinet ministers to take full responsibility, and an overall absence of leadership has ensured that Maharashtra stares at a bigger disaster with the onset of monsoon
Kashmiri Pandits hail the new Domicile Rules for J&K
Kashmiri Pandit organisations have welcomed the amended domicile laws and called upon the Government of India to rehabilitate Kashmiri Pandits in the Valley as soon as possible.
Sanatan Deka was lynched by Faizul Haque and friends for selling vegetables in a Muslim majority area during Ramzan; Are no-go areas for Hindus a new norm in India?
The names of the murderers are Faizul Haque alias Dali, Khabir Ali, Shabir Ali, Yusuf Ali and Firjahan Ali. Sanatan Deka was a worker in a company but due to lockdown was trying to sell vegetables to feed his family. - Nipon Saikia
There Were Zero Covid-19 Deaths In Ireland Today
There was very good news news this evening as Dr Tony Holohan confirmed there were no deaths from coronavirus in this country over the past 24 hours.There were 59 new...
Australia unnecessarily exposed itself to Beijing's fury, but relying on the US now is risky
Australia has mishandled the inquiry into Covid-19, but it is in uncomfortable and unfamiliar territory
Another knife attack victim in Lesvos migrant camp
The island of Lesvos has reported another knife attack on the weekend, this time a 21-year-old Afghan male.
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.
UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims
Johnson rejects calls to sack Dominic Cummings after he came under fire for traveling across the country with his wife while she was suffering from symptoms of the disease
Bolsonaro rallies with supporters amid coronavirus surge, takes off mask
At one point, Brazil's president even hoists a young boy onto his shoulders
New Zealand PM unruffled as earthquake hits mid-interview
'Quite a decent shake here, if you see things moving behind me,' Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says, smiling
COVID-19: US coronavirus death toll rises by 638 in 24 hours
Relatively small increase means US toll now stands at 97,686
Three men in court charged over Gold Coast murder
Three men charged with murdering a Brisbane teen who plunged to his death from a Surfers Paradise balcony will remain behind bars after having their cases briefly mentioned in court. Cian English, 19…
Bizarre scenes after car ploughs into boat, Gold Coast
Emergency services have rushed to the scene in Palm Beach this morning, where a car has crashed into a boat on the street. It happened along Townson Avenue just before 11.00am. Photos of the crash…
Premier rocked by Gold Coast balcony death as accused trio held behind bars
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk described the weekend's incident as "absolutely awful" on Monday morning.
Bengal BJP chief again stopped from visiting Amphan-hit Midnapore
Sources in the BJP said Ghosh was on his way to Nandakumar, Haldia and Contai, which were among the worst-affected areas in the district, to distribute relief materials. However, his convoy was stopped midway in Tamluk.
Afghan president to free up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners after ceasefire offer
KABUL, May 25 — Afghan President Ashraf Ghani began a process yesterday to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a goodwill gesture after the insurgents proposed a surprise ceasefire during the Eid holiday. The ceasefire appeared to hold as there were no reports of fighting between the...
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
TAIPEI, May 25 — Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with “necessary assistance,” President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing. Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but...
Ilhan Omar Believes Joe Biden Accuser Tara Reade: 'Justice Should Never Be Denied'
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) has revealed that she believes Tara Reade's sexual assault claims against presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden.
Memorial Day: American Legion Vets Help People Across America
Men and women who have served in the U.S. military have been busy brightening the lives Americans, according to the American Legion website.
Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. >> The Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer in the U.S. meant big crowds at beaches and warnings from authorities today about people disregarding the coronavirus social-distancing rules and risking a resurgence of the scourge that has killed nearly 100,000 Americans.
‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings
Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.
National Republicans sue California to block mail-ballot November election
“We’re on firm legal ground,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said, arguing that “public health is a nonpartisan issue.”
Trump retweets personal attacks on Clinton, Pelosi, Abrams
President Trump spent part of his Memorial Day weekend using his Twitter account to promote personal attacks on Democrats, retweeting posts that took aim at former Georgia gubernatorial candidate
Man charged with murder of motorcyclist in Maddingley appears at court
Damien Russell Janson, 31, appeared in the dock of the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Monday for a filing hearing.
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.
Jaipur: Man gangrapes, murders mentally challenged 10-year-old sister with his 3 friends
The main accused and his three friends took the 10-year-old to a secluded place, raped her and strangulated her to death on May 17. Her body was found on May 21.
Republicans sue to stop Newsom from sending mail-in ballots to all California voters
Republican groups are challenging Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to send a mail-in ballot to every registered voter in California.
Hong Kong Police fires tear gas as protesters resist China's grip, launch first major demonstration after COVID-19 outbreak
Thousands of protesters swarmed some of Hong Kong’s busiest neighbourhoods on Sunday, singing, chanting and erecting roadblocks of torn-up bricks and debris as police repeatedly fired tear gas, pepper spray and a water cannon during the city’s largest street mobilisation in month
US records 638 new deaths from coronavirus - US & Canada
The US death toll now stands at 97,686, and a total of 1,641,585 cases have been recorded.
“I feel pained to raise this over and over again”: Health Minister Harsh Vardhan tells party colleague GVL Narasimha Rao to end debate on Tablighi Jamaat
Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan has said that he felt pained to discuss the issue of Tablighi Jamaat and their alleged role in the spread of the COVID-19 in India 'over and over again.'
Burundi expected to announce results of presidential election Monday
Burundi's electoral commission is to announce provisional results from last week's presidential election Monday, with the outgoing head of state's handpicked successor Evariste Ndayishimiye poised to…
'Alive by the grace of God': Allen West being released from hospital after motorcycle crash
Former Florida Rep. Allen West is being released from the hospital to his home in Texas after suffering multiple injuries in a motorcycle crash.
ILO expresses deep concerns over labour law suspension, tweaking to PM Modi
The ILO's intervention came after ten central trade unions escalated the issue of suspension and tweaking of labour laws with the international body through a letter on May 14, 2020.
2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one
Observing all COVID-19 guidelines in the presence of local government machinery, the devotees queued up at TTD marriage halls and TTD Information Centres for the sacred prasadam.
Five-year-old boy flies back home alone from Delhi as domestic flights resume
The boy was among those who arrived from Delhi as domestic air services resumed after two months of COVID-19 lockdown.
Lockdown breach: Boris Johnson's top aide Cummings says he drove to tourist attraction to test his eyesight
He said his sight had been affected by his illness, and he wanted to check if he would be able to drive back to London from northern England
Trudeau will push provinces to give workers 10 days of paid sick leave as Canada grapples with COVID-19
Trudeau says the Liberals will also work on other long-term measures to make it easier for workers to stay home when they're ill
India, China Hold Talks To Resolve Issue On Ladakh Border; No Breakthrough Achieved Yet: Report
Sources said, there have been five rounds of talks between military commanders on the ground.
Kerala: CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s Hometown In Kannur District Turns Coronavirus Hotspot
With ‘Pinarayi’ turning a hotspot along with three more places on Monday, at present there are 59 hotspots in Kerala.
RJD Leader Attacked At Bihar Residence; Parents, Brother Killed: Police
RJD leader JP Chaudhary was grievously injured and his parents and brother were killed after a group of five assailants opened indiscriminate fire on them at their residence in Rupanchak village of Gopalganj district on Sunday night.
Coronavirus Pushes Government's First Anniversary Celebration Online
The first anniversary of the Narendra Modi government's second term will be marked online in a big way in view of the challenge posed by the highly infectious coronavirus. A detailed plan of action has been drawn up, complete with digital press conferences by ministers, video conference with people, and extensive social media interactions.
Joe Biden made his first appearance outside his home in 2 months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Biden and his wife, Jill, wore black face masks in their first public appearance during the coronavirus pandemic.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Eight people arrested in Victoria homeless camp after enforcement order issued
Those living in tents were given until May 20 to move indoors
Naftali Bennett: Supreme Court ruling 'broadcasts a message of weakness' - Defense/Security
"We had reached a level of zero terror attacks, but the Court is destroying our deterrence," says former Defense Minister.
Ukrainian president: Israel a model in how to fight coronavirus - Foreign Affairs
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Netanyahu to congratulate him on formation of new government.
Inside AfDB 'whistleblower' allegations against Akinwumi Adesina
Mr Adesina denies wrongdoing and the Bank's ethics committee sides with him.
Rivers records 27 new cases of coronavirus, total now 116
Rivers State recorded 27 new coronavirus infections, one of the highest so far in the oil-rich state. The state recorded 52 cases between May 13 and 20.
'Abduction of MDC ladies was fake' General Sibusiso Moyo says
Minister of Foreign Affairs General Sibusiso Moyo says the abduction of MDC female officials was a stage-managed theatrical display meant to tarnish the image o...
Family of Delta senior design petition for Silver Alert improvements
The family of a man whose body was discovered in Delta Sunday wants to make sure no other families have to suffer the kind of panic and pain they did.
Activists Detained As 'Fabricated' Terrorism Trial Resumes In Russia
Activists were reportedly detained and single-person pickets were halted in St. Petersburg before the resumption of the trial of two defendants accused of belonging to a group that prosecutors allege planned to carry out terrorist acts and sought to overthrow the government.
Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware
Biden and his wife, Jill, wore black face masks in their first public appearance during the coronavirus pandemic.
Memorial Day like no other for Americans under coronavirus restrictions
People have been urged to follow social distancing guidelines to avoid a resurgence of the disease.
Time to push pipelines?
Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.
Georgetown coach and NBA legend Patrick Ewing home from hospital recovering from COVID-19
Georgetown coach Patrick Ewing has been discharged from the hospital and is home recovering after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
NCP chief meets Governor amid rising tensions in State
Party claims it was courtesy visit, no politics discussed
Several domestic flights from IGI cancelled
Many flyers stranded as some States impose curbs; officials ensure adherence to safety guidelines
Batting for free speech: On filing of defamation cases against press
Reckless filing of criminal defamation cases against the press must end
Hazmat suits carelessly dumped at burial site
As per standard protocol, safe disposal of PPE is the responsibility of GHMC
The Centre’s Kashmir policy and a heavy price to pay
India will have to face mounting security threats and the people of Jammu and Kashmir the systematic denial of rights
Virtual courts to be set up for trying petty offences
HC’s computer committee enters into MoU with SBI for payment gateway services
No interim relief for HDIL promoters
A Sessions court has rejected the interim bail plea filed by Rakesh and Sarang Wadhawan, promoters of Housing Development and Infrastructure Limited (HDIL) and key accused in the Punjab and Maharashtr
JNUSU, admin spar over circular advising students to go home
Students’ union feels that travelling at this time put lives at risk
Death toll in Mumbai Police rises to 12
A 57-year-old constable posted at a suburban traffic chowky became the 12th personnel in the Mumbai Police and 18th in the State to die of COVID-19 on Monday. The constable was on leave for the past o
Last Zamindar of Singampatti no more
Murugadoss took the reins as a child
Woman’s body found in A.P. linked to Gorrekunta deaths in TS
Confession of accused led to identification of victim, says GRP SP
‘Decision to auction TTD assets not fair’
Trust Board special invitee writes to Subba Reddy
Kannur native’s death takes toll to 6
49 more test positive, majority of them imported cases
HC paves way for release of Netflix horror series Betaal
Scriptwriter’s copyright infringement plea rejected
UDF to intervene in KC(M) infighting
Joseph, Jose factions spar over Kottayam district panchayat president post
Change in flight schedule catches passengers off guard at RGIA
Airport scheduled to handle 120 aircraft could operate only 39 flights
Cases whittle down to 74 as 37 get discharged in Nellore
In a welcome development, 37 persons were discharged from hospital on recovery in SPSR Nellore district on Monday. As many as 15 patients, including 14 from the COVID-19 hotspot of Sullurpeta, were di
Nagari once again a red zone with five COVID-19 cases
Chittoor district reports six new cases
Govt. directs TTD to put sale of properties on hold
Decision comes a day ahead of BJP’s call for Statewide protest
Balan warns of community spread
‘Several persons in home quarantine have violated norms’
Three new COVID cases in Puducherry
Three more persons test positive for COVID-19 in Puducherry on Monday taking the tally to 32.While two cases were reported in Muthialpet, the third was detected in Reddiarpalayam.Health Minister Malla
4-month-old boy is first COVID-19 case in Rampa agency
Baby shifted to GSL Hospital, condition is said to be stable
13 eyebrow-raising moments from Dominic Cummings' coronavirus press conference
In an hour-long press conference, the PM's top aide offered no apology, no regrets and no resignation for making a 500-mile round trip in lockdown. Here are the 13 most surprising ways he tried to justify his actions
Boris Johnson 'regrets confusion' about Dominic Cummings' trip but says 'I had a lot on'
The under-fire Prime Minister told today's Downing Street briefing when asked about the Dominic Cummings controversy: "Yes, of course I do regret the confusion and the anger and the pain that people feel"
Boris Johnson confirms reopening of shops from June 1 as coronavirus lockdown eased
The Prime Minister has said outdoor markets and car showrooms can reopen next week - with other shops to follow two weeks later as lockdown restrictions are eased
Alberta minister says it’s a ‘great time’ to build a pipeline because COVID-19 restrictions limit protests against them
Sonya Savage made the comment Friday in a podcast hosted by the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors
Ilhan Omar says she believes woman who claims Joe Biden sexually assaulted her
Democrat "squad" member Ilhan Omar says she believes sexual assault allegations against Joe Biden but would vote for him anyway to defeat Donald Trump.In a Tweet defending her support of accuser Tara Reade, the Minnesota congresswoman said that "believing survivors is consistent with my
Joe Biden made his first appearance outside his home in 2 months to honor Memorial Day at a Delaware veterans park
Biden and his wife, Jill, wore black face masks in their first public appearance during the coronavirus pandemic.
Navajo Nation imposes 57-hour lockdown as virus death toll rises
Even essential businesses must remain closed as the entire tribe enters a strict lockdown for Memorial Day weekend.
Virtual Rallies, Conferences: This is How BJP Plans to Celebrate First Anniversary of Modi Govt 2.0
Describing PM Modi as the world's most popular leader, the party said his government in the first year has fulfilled people's decade-long aspirations and dreams.
Memorial Day like no other for Americans under coronavirus restrictions
People have been urged to follow social distancing guidelines to avoid a resurgence of the disease.
Trump vastly outspending Biden in presidential campaign ad wars
President Trump’s campaign has outspent Democratic challenger Joe Biden's by nearly a three-to-one margin since the general election campaign got underway a month-and-a-half ago.
Have mercy on Washiali, troubled Echesa tells Uhuru
Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa has pleaded with President Uhuru Kenyatta to have mercy and pardon Mumias East MP Benjamin Washiali, the Majority Chief Whip, amid a looming purge as the
Gamba police stranded after floods maroon station
Homes and offices were rendered inaccessible as officers tried to salvage their property from the water.
Dutch PM didn't see dying mother due to virus lockdown
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was unable to visit his dying mother in her final weeks because he obeyed coronavirus restrictions against visiting care homes, his office said.
Boys let black widow bite them in hopes of turning into Spider-Man
Three young Bolivian brothers were hospitalized after getting a black widow spider to bite them — thinking it would turn them into Spider-Man, according to officials. The Marvel-loving siblings
Boy slashed to neck and face and stabbed in leg in horror park gang attack
The young boy emotionally told his gran: 'The reason I was running was to come and say my last goodbye to my mum before I died'
Scrambler yob being chased tried to get into woman's car
Police appealing for information after scary incident at traffic lights in Kirkby
DOJ Investigating Ahmaud Arbery Murder As Possible Hate Crime
The DOJ told Ahmaud Arbery’s family that the department was investigating his murder as a possible hate crime.
Firefighters battle multiple out-of-control forest fires in N.S. and N.B.
There are several forest fires in the Maritimes including three in each province that are considered out of control.
Trump tweets and golfs, but makes no mention of virus’s toll
As President Donald Trump’s motorcade pulled into his golf club in Virginia on an overcast Sunday, a small group of protesters waited outside the entrance. One held up a sign.
BJP's Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana for playing cricket
BJP's Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana for playing cricket. The Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party chief asserted he did not break any law. He hit back at the AAP for raising the issue to 'divert attention' of media from allegations of corruption against its MLA Prakash Jarwal who is currently behind the bars.
SC allows Air India to fly with middle seats filled for 10 days
SC allows Air India to fly with middle seats filled for 10 days. The SC observed that the government should be more worried about the health of citizens rather than the health of commercial airlines.
Northeast Delhi overcomes riot scars to celebrate Eid
Northeast Delhi overcomes riot scars to celebrate Eid. In northeast Delhi, Eid this year is a celebration of a long-time friendship that even stood the test of communal riots for some, while for many, it is shorn of any festivities.
India registers biggest single day spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases
India registers biggest single day spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases. Total tally rises to 1,38,845; death toll climbs to 4,021
PHOTOS: Indians catch their first flight after 2 months
PHOTOS: Indians catch their first flight after 2 months. After a gap of two months, domestic passenger flight operations resumed on Monday amid reluctance by various states to open up their airports in view of rising cases of the novel coronavirus.
No Eid sweets exchanged by BSF with Pakistan
No Eid sweets exchanged by BSF with Pakistan. The event was given a miss as the relations between the two countries are strained at present.
Students, migrants take 1st flight home as services resume
Students, migrants take 1st flight home as services resume. Many said they shelled out more to reach the airport as there were limited public transport options available.
Man sneezes at Vir Das for allegedly breaking protocol
Man sneezes at Vir Das for allegedly breaking protocol. Das said the man in the video does not own his doorstep, sit-out, or his house and he wondered if what the man did would qualify as harassment.
Standoff between Indian, Chinese troops in Ladakh continues
Standoff between Indian, Chinese troops in Ladakh continues. People familiar with the situation in the region said the two sides were engaged in trying to resolve the dispute, but there was no indication of a positive outcome yet as both the armies continued to bolster their positions in disputed areas of Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley and Demchok.
5-yr-old reunites with parents in Bengaluru as flights resume
5-yr-old reunites with parents in Bengaluru as flights resume. Vihaan Sharma went on a small holiday to Delhi to visit his grandparents in February. However, that vacation got prolonged as a coronavirus lockdown was imposed pan India in March.
BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark 1st anniversary of Modi govt 2.0
BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark 1st anniversary of Modi govt 2.0. In a communication to state units and other senior office-bearers, BJP general secretary Arun Singh said all big state units will hold at least two virtual rallies and smaller units will hold one, adding that more than 750 people should attend each of these programmes.
630 cancellations as domestic flights resume in India
630 cancellations as domestic flights resume in India. According to aviation industry sources, around 630 domestic flights of Monday were cancelled due to the Centre's Sunday night announcement that there would be no flights in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh, and limited operations at major airports such as Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad.
What the papers say – May 25
The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.
GOP sues California over Newsom's vote-by-mail order
The Republican Party is suing California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) over his order to send every registered voter in the state a ballot by mail for the November elections.
Zimbabwean soldiers beat up cops for not wearing masks
Chivhu – There was drama in Chivhu yesterday when members of the Zimbabwe National Army stormed Seequick Shop and beat up two CID Police officers who allegedly did not properly put on their face masks.
Zimbabwe govt says committed to protecting human rights
GOVERNMENT is committed to its obligation to protect human rights and dignity of all citizens, irrespective of race, gender or political affiliation for this reason investigations for the alleged sexual abuse, torture and abduction of the three female MDC leaders are being conducted to ensure the perpetrators are brought to book.
‘Khupe will dismantle Mnangagwa-Chamisa hegemony in by-election’ – Mwonzora
THOKOZANI Khupe’s MDC-T has enough muscle to thrash both Zanu PF and Nelson Chamisa’s MDC Alliance in by-elections expected soon following the recall of four MDC Alliance MPs.
Zimbabwe opposition leader blasts African electoral systems
OPPOSITION MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa has slammed Africa’s electoral system as a “big circus if not an embarrassment to the continent”, hence the recurrence of disputed polls.
Zimbabwean students contest e-learning in courts
HARARE – University students failing to participate in the virtual classrooms during lockdown due to lack of smartphones, laptops and unavailability of Internet services in some parts of the country, have contested the introduction of e-learning at the High Court.
Biden makes first in-person appearance in more than 2 months
NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) — Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.
Wealthy Chipinge businessman’s son (13) kills juvenile in accident
Chipinge – A 13-year-old son of a wealthy Chipinge businessman, notorious in the small agricultural town for driving around his father’s posh cars with neither licence nor the statutory age yesterday allegedly bumped into and killed another juvenile.
'A tragedy': Top aide warns US may revoke Hong Kong privileges over China-led national security law | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
A top White House aide renewed a warning on Sunday that the US might revoke Hong Kong’s special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law covering the territory. The warning from national security advisor Robert O’Brien came amid soaring tensions between Washington and Beijing, and only hours after China’s foreign minister Wang Yi […]
Netanyahu lashes out at 'ludicrous' graft charges as trial begins
The longest-serving prime minister in Israeli history has long claimed to be the victim of a witch-hunt.
Guinea Bissau former interim president laid to rest
He died in Portugal’s capital Lisbon on March 17 at the age of 61.
Nigeria fines UK airline for violating Covid-19 travel ban
The plane had been approved strictly for humanitarian operations.
Family of exiled top Saudi officer Saad al-Jabri 'targeted'
Saad al-Jabri fled to Canada but officials are going after his children back home, the BBC is told.
Boris Johnson will pay a price for standing by Cummings
If the UK Prime Minister's most important adviser did nothing wrong, why did all sides work so hard to conceal what he did?
One Dead, Many Injured As Fire Razes IDPs Camp In Borno
According to National Emergency Management Agency, the fire was ignited during the weekend from one of the kitchens in the emergency shelters erected in the camp.
Bishop Chases Worshippers Without Face Masks Out Of Enugu Church
He wondered why people were violating the measures put in place to contain the spread of the coronavirus pandemic
Adegboruwa Slams DSS For illegal Detention Of Lawyer, Demands Immediate Release
He added that once the court had intervened by granting bail to a defendant, such an order must be respected and not be subverted through devious means or by subterfuge.
BREAKING: INEC To Pilot E-Voting In 2021, Says Voters Without Face Masks Will Be Disallowed In Edo, Ondo Elections
The electoral umpire decried the rising cost of elections in the country, saying it would be liaising with the National Assembly to see how political parties can nominate replacements for dead representatives in line with a Supreme Court judgment that votes belong to the parties and not individuals.
COVID-19: Nigerians Demand Opening Of Religious Places
In a recent poll conducted by SaharaTV on Twitter, the majority of respondents demanded that government should open religious centres while also demanding that the entire country should be re-opened.
Again, Fulani Herdsmen Attack Southern Kaduna Communities, Kill Five, Displace Others
One local told SaharaReporters on Monday that they are afraid to go back and claim the corpses of others currently unaccounted for and presumed dead because their villages were still occupied by the attackers.
Alleged Witchcraft: Man Attacked For 'Stealing Destinies' In Imo Community
"The man was alleged to have engaged in some occult activities that had hampered the progress and development of people in the community. A photo that was circulating on social media showed an elderly man, probably in his seventies, surrounded by a charging mob.”
China points direction for post-pandemic world – The Global Times
The Global Times reports that China is "pointing out the correct direction - improving and reforming globalization; upholding multilateralism - for th
Arthur Wint should be more than a footnote to the Jamaican people
Had he been alive, Dr Arthur Wint would have celebrated 100 years on planet earth today and what a wonderful celebration that would have been for a man who had accomplished so much. Each year at about...
Federal judge rules Florida felons don't have to pay fines before registering to vote
A federal judge struck down a Florida law requiring felons in the state to pay all court fees and fines before voting.
Covid-19 cases breach 2k mark in Karnataka
Meanwhile, a 100 cases a day has become a routine affair as officials said that 28 out of the 30 districts in Karnataka are recording cases on a daily basis. Even if each of these 28 districts records four cases a day, it can easily cross 100 cases
Family’s calls kept them going
Three guest workers survive on biscuits and water and cycle away non-stop to reach home There were times in their journey when they wanted to give up, but then a call from their family would give them.
Ragini Dwivedi reaches out to corona warriors
Ragini Dwivedi has been busy during the lockdown.
Hosakote Lake trashed, it’s tomatoes this time
It seems Hosakote lake has become the go-to destination to dump all kinds of waste material.
Guest workers come back to homes reduced to ashes
With slum in Kacharakahalli gutted, workers are sleeping on the road; students have no way to study as their books are burnt too Around 200 guest workers from Kalaburagi had gone to their hometown for.
Dead end for Duque
"Quit now. Please." Health Secretary Francisco Duque must go. If he won’t go, then his boss, President Rodrigo Duterte, should fire him.
Donald Trump Bars Travel From Brazil, A New Pandemic Hotspot
President Donald Trump on Sunday suspended travel from Brazil, which has emerged as a major new hotspot in the coronavirus pandemic, the White House said.
RCMP facing ‘systemic sustainability challenges’ due to provincial policing role
Provinces, territories and municipalities pay anywhere from 70 to 90 per cent of the cost of the RCMP’s services
This Day in History - May 25
Today is the 146th day of 2020. There are 220 days left in the year.
Desperate Indian girl bikes 745 miles home with disabled dad
NEW DELHI, India (AP) — From her village in eastern India, 15-year-old Jyoti Kumari...
China says virus pushing US ties to brink of 'Cold War'
BEIJING, China (AFP) — China said yesterday that relations with the United States w...
As US edges toward reopening, a mixed picture takes shape
WASHINGTON, DC, United States (AFP) — Efforts across the United States to reopen th...
Officials wrong to order deportation of Jamaican-born man, says US court
CONNECTICUT, United States (AP) — A federal appeals court has reversed a decision b...
Crown says why Sanja Elliott cannot be believed
THE $400-million Manchester Municipal Corporation (MPC) fraud trial ended on Friday, May ...
COVID-19 reveals the inherent vindictiveness of migration detention
The COVID-19 pandemic is exposing the glaring injustices of the immigration detention system.
Denmark asks lovestruck travelers to show proof of romance
If you have a partner in Denmark, you might be allowed to visit them — but only if you show evidence of your relationship to the Danish police. The rule applies to travelers from Germany and the Scandinavian countries.
Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions
Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions
Explainer: Emerging get-tough consensus among Trump's China advisers tested by Hong Kong debate
Explainer: Emerging get-tough consensus among Trump's China advisers tested by Hong Kong debate
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
Liberia: Guinean Herbalist Arrested for Allegedly Raping 17-Year-Old Teenage Mother in Nimba County
Saclepea, Nimba County – A Guinean national, claiming to have power to exorcize witch spell from people have been arrested by Police in Nimba County for allegedly raping a teenage mother in Saclepea City. According to the Police Charge Sheet, the man Saye Mezy, 35, kept the survivor, 17, in his room on May 15 […]
AFP has issued the United States with 98 telco data requests since 2014 | ZDNet
The Australian Federal Police said an updated regime to request communications data from overseas would be more heavily utilised.
What The Actual Fuck: Hitler’s Rumoured Pet Alligator Named Saturn Has Died At Age 84
What the actual fuck.
A Pandemic Stampede To The Hamptons Leads To A Desperate Search For Summer Rentals
COVID anxiety is even reaching beyond summer as families ponder a permanent residence in the Hamptons.
Joe Biden Appears In Public For 1st Time In Two Months–Wearing A Face Mask
This is the first time the former vice president has appeared in public since mid-March.
6-Year-Old Tests Positive For Coronavirus, Complicating South Korea's School Reopening Plans
South Korea closes 10 kindergartens and five elementary schools after a 6-year-old boy tests positive for the novel coronavirus.
Trump’s And Biden’s Memorial Day Events Highlight Starkly Different Campaign Tones
The president’s raucous Baltimore visit coincided with the former vice president’s somber wreath laying.
The Immigrant Hero Who Died Saving Fellow Americans
Immigrant Leslie Sabo Jr. died saving fellow American soldiers in Cambodia, and 42 years passed before was he awarded the Medal of Honor.
Trump Rules Out Moving Republican Convention To His Golf Resort, After Threatening Move From North Carolina
The president wants to see “thousands of enthusiastic Republicans” in Charlotte, North Carolina at the end of August.
The Right To Bear Crypto? Trump Allies Introduce Comprehensive Blockchain Bills
In 2020, two Pro-Life, Pro-Guns, and Pro-Trump Conservative Republicans in Congress could now be designated as Pro-Crypto and Pro-Blockchain.
Trump Threatens To Move Republican Convention If North Carolina Doesn’t Reopen
The president wants to see “thousands of enthusiastic Republicans” in Charlotte, North Carolina at the end of August.
West Bengal: Mission turnaround after Amphan misery
Chief minister Mam-ata Banerjee’s direct intervention and the joint action by central and state agencies on the ground seemed to have brought about a
New Zealand PM carries on with TV interview during quake
Rest of World News: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monday morning. She inter
“Opposition is raising bogey of J&K “demography” for vote bank”
May 24, 2020: New Delhi: Lashing out at the opposition political parties, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said here today that the opposition is raising the bogey of Jammu & Kashmir “demography” for vote bank because it is apprehensive that the new Domicile Rules Notification will not enable it to continue thriving on limited pockets […]
Flyers to Jammu, Srinagar to land in Quarantine, 6 Officers put on guard
Exempts 8 Categories of passengers to HQ after RTPCR test on arrival A day before domestic flight operations resume in the country, the Jammu and Kashmir Administration has appointed two senior officials each for the two civil airports at Jammu and Srinagar to assist the Nodal Officer and the respective Deputy Commissioners to handle the […]
What the papers say – May 25
The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.
Case against flying school instructor for molestation
Two more girls accuse him of same; Vishakha committee set up for probe
Migrant couple seeking to return home to UP drowns in Mutha canal
They had jumped into the water to save their 7-yr-old son who was drawn away by strong current; while the boy survived, mother’s body was recovered later; searc
8 succumb to COVID-19 in a day, dist toll hits 272
On same day, 258 new cases were reported in Pune district, taking total to 5,694
Hospital makes +ve patient wait 3 hours
Bharati Vidyapeeth Hospital refused to admit patient even after cops’ requests; district collector issues protocol for hospitals with no beds
Man stabs wife, tries to kill self
They were known to argue often over doubts regarding woman’s affair; man is a cook in army
Lockdown | Migrant workers leave for home with joy and relief
There were some anxious moments before they could set foot into the special Shramik service from Madurai to distant Bihar
MP blasts Dominic Cummings after she couldn't see partner when he had a heart attack
Shadow international development minister and Cardiff North MP Anna McMorrin revealed she couldn't see partner and Blaenau Gwent AM Alun Davies for four days as he fought for his life
Jeremy Kyle 'must be banned from TV until he is held to account over show death'
MP Damian Collins has called for a ban on Jeremy being allowed to return to television screens until he has answered questions in relation to his work on The Jeremy Kyle Show
Bishops slam Boris Johnson for treating public 'as mugs' over Dominic Cummings
A number of senior Church of England members have spoken out against Boris Johnson, who defended his senior aide Dominic Cummings this evening after it was revealed he broke lockdown rules
Tony Bellew is branded 'Tory Bellew' after backing Boris aide Dominic Cummings
Dominic Cummings has incurred the wrath of the British public after he broke lockdown but former light heavyweight champion Tony Bellew has no issue with his decision
As Covid-19 cases surge, US bans travellers from Brazil ‘to protect country’
Brazil had reported more than 3,47,000 Covid-19 cases, second behind the US in the number of infections, according to a Johns Hopkins University count.
African court suspends cases until August
The African Court on Human and Peo-ple’s Rights (AfCHPR) has suspended hearing of some cases until August due to the impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic.
Nigeria fines UK airline for violating Covid-19 travel ban
Nigeria has fined a UK airline $3,300 for illegally running a passenger service into the country during the Covid-19 travel ban.
Apology: 'Former envoy to Kenya Pindi Chana tour of duty ended December 2019'
The ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation has said former Tanzania High Commissioner to Kenya Dr Pindi Chana was replaced last week after ending her tour of duty.
Court throws out case challenging 1995 polls results
After the October 29, 1995 Gen-eral Election was held, the High Court, on November 2, heard a petition filed by 10 opposition parties. Judge Luhekelo Kyando, who heard the petition, told the court
Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong's special status on law fears
China's planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest. China is proposing the new legislation for the Chinese-ruled city after
What the papers say – May 25
The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.
Michigan man, 20, charged in horrific beating of nursing-home patient caught on video
Jaden Hayden, 20, was charged Sunday in connection with the beating of 75-year-old Norman Bledsoe at a Detroit nursing home.
Trump threatens to withdraw US membership from the World Health Organisation within a month
Government and Politics » US President Donald Trump has threatened to withdraw his country's membership permanently from the World Health Organization and cut its funding unless
US prohibits travel from Brazil for foreigners
The US said it was prohibiting most non-US citizens from travelling to the country if they had been in Brazil in the last two weeks, two days after Brazil became the country with the second highest number of coronavirus cases in the world.
Students, migrants take the first flight home after being grounded for weeks due to lockdown
Those who took first flights included paramilitary personnel, army men, students and migrants, who failed to book a ticket on special trains being run by the railways. Many said they shelled out more to reach the airport as there were limited public transport options available.
PIA pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude before crash: Report
The pilot of the crashed Pakistan International Airlines plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft’s altitude and speed before the landing, according to media reports on Monday. The crash of the national flag carrier’s flight PK-8303 on Friday, in which 97 people were killed and two miraculously survived, is one […]
Kelowna man arrested for alleged hamster cruelty
A Kelowna man has been arrested following allegations of animal cruelty involving a hamster.Police were notified on May 14 about a social media account with
Write-up by Omar’s political adviser triggers storm in NC
Tanvir Sadiq had advocated ‘for a reconciliation and reaching out to the people of Jammu and Kashmir’
A very homely Ramzan
‘The spirit of the festival is to offer help, and we did”
Kevin Hart Says His ‘Biggest Cry’ Was The Day He ‘Came Home From The Hospital’ After His Car Accident
Kevin Hart is once again sharing new details about his life-threatening car crash. In Sept 2019, Hart was the passenger when the car he was in rolled into an embankment in Malibu Hills, California. The comedian suffered major back injuries and had to undergo surgery, being released 10 days later to a rehabilitation facility. While…
EastEnders viewers beg for Jean to get psychiatric help after Mo makes horrifying discovery
EastEnders viewers are becoming increasingly concerned about Jean, who believes she is communicating with her dead partner
Police seek help to identify woman hit by a car in Melbourne's east
The unknown woman, aged in her 40s or 50s, was hit by a car on Elmhurst Road in Bayswater North shortly after 6.30pm on Monday night.
'Stand up for my kids': Father of murdered Margaret River children pleads for inquest
Mr Cockman’s four young children were shot by their grandfather Peter Miles, who also murdered their mother Katrina and his wife Cynda at Forever Dreaming Farm.
Georgia's MFA: Return of ambassador depends on Ukrainian government's steps
Georgia's Foreign Ministry on May 25 held the first ad hoc meeting with Georgian Ambassador to Ukraine Teimuraz Sharashenidze to hear his update.
FBI investigating Ahmaud Arbery shooting as possible hate crime, lawyer says
Attorney for family of black jogger shot by white men says federal authorities are looking into prosecutors and police in caseThe FBI is investigating the shooting of Ahmaud Arbery, a black jogger, by two white men as a possible hate crime, the Arbery family’s attorney said Monday, claiming that federal
Coronavirus News: Beach lifeguards deploy new safety protocols amid COVID-19 pandemic
Beach lifeguards in our area are now deploying a whole new set of safety protocols due to the coronavirus.
Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months, lays wreath at veterans park
Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.
Sorry, media: You’re not victims no matter how much ‘abuse’ you take
Is there anything more tedious than the press complaining about how it’s treated? After grousing that Stephanie Grisham, President Trump’s former press secretary, never held a formal
Fear-mongering over national security law unfounded
Many foreign officials and media outlets have rushed to claim Hong Kong's status as a global financial hub has ended due to the impending National Security Law, with unsubstantiated reports of capital flight, but the move of the legislation is actually a boost to the business environment in the long-run.
'Stand up for my kids': Father of murdered Margaret River children pleads for inquest
Mr Cockman’s four young children were shot by their grandfather Peter Miles, who also murdered their mother Katrina and his wife Cynda at Forever Dreaming Farm.
Arbery family lawyer: Feds looking into how case handled
ATLANTA — A lawyer for the family of Ahmaud Arbery said Monday that a federal prosecutor told the slain man’s mother federal officials are investigating potential misconduct by local officials who handled the case.
Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19.
BNP chief Khaleda celebrates Eid with family at Gulshan residence
Khaleda Zia has celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr with her family at her Gulshan residence in Dhaka after having to do so in jail over the past two years.
Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months, lays wreath at veterans park
Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park.
White House brings forward Brazil travel restrictions by two days
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House on Monday brought forward by two days restrictions on travel to the United States from Brazil that were announced after the Latin American country became the world’s No. 2 coronavirus hotspot.
Clark County election worker tests positive for COVID-19
A worker at the Clark County Election Department’s main office has tested positive for COVID-19.
'It just doesn't add up': Liberals refer Dickson land swap to anti-corruption watchdog
The Liberals have asked the ACT Integrity Commission to look into the Dickson land swap scandal.
Boris Johnson says coronavirus has affected his eyesight
Changes to eyesight are not listed as an official symptom of coronavirus by the NHS.
ILO concerned over states’ move to ease labour laws, urges PM to intervene
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has expressed ‘deep concern’ over the way some state governments are trying to modify relevant laws to ease labour regulations, and has requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene and ask states to uphold the country’s international commitments on the labour front.
Andhra CM Jaganmohan Reddy shelves TTD's plans to sell devotee-donated lands
In an apparent damage control measure, the Jaganmohan Reddy government has issued an order keeping a decision by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams to liquidate 50 bits of properties in abeyance.
Opposition leaders likely to decide next course of action against Modi government's handing of COVID-19 on Tuesday
A core group of top Opposition leaders on Tuesday are likely to take a call on the next course of action on the government's "faulty" COVID-19 response after 22 non-BJP parties joined hands to target
Modi 2.0 first anniversary: BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark year of 'historic achievements'
The BJP will hold "virtual rallies" across the country and organise over 1,000 conferences online as it readies to celebrate the first anniversary of the Modi government's second term whose "historic
Accused murderers allegedly used drugs with teen before fatal fall
Police say Cian English, 19, was trying to escape being robbed by the three men at knifepoint when he fell to his death in the early hours of Saturday morning.
California opens places of worship, in-store retail businesses -health officials
California retail with in-store shopping and places of worship that were closed under one of the most restrictive coronavirus containment rules in the United States may now open, health authorities announced on Monday.
Lagos holds virtual session on plea bargaining, sentencing tips
Judges from within and outside the country, magistrates, prosecutors, and defence lawyers across the country numbering about 391, at a virtual session,
Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing
WASHINGTON, May 26 — US President Donald Trump yesterday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death toll from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000. “The Fake and Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin!” the golf-loving...
Haiti's football boss suspended by Fifa over sexual abuse claims
ZURICH, May 26 ― Fifa have provisionally suspended Haiti’s football federation president Yves Jean-Bart for 90 days while investigations are carried out into claims that he sexually abused young female footballers at the country's national training centre. “In accordance with articles 84 and...
Fmr Dem Rep. Edwards: Trump 'Looks More Incompetent and More Incoherent'
Monday on MSNBC, former Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD) accused President Donald Trump of being "incompetent" and "incoherent" in his messaging. | Clips
Dominic Cummings still under fire over lockdown breach allegations
Opposition leaders will hold talks on Tuesday morning to discuss public health messaging amid the row.
What the papers say – May 26
There is a mixed response from the nation’s papers to Dominic Cummings’s Monday press conference.
Feds investigating Ahmaud Arbery killing as possible hate crime: report
Federal prosecutors are investigating the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, a black man shot in a Georgia suburb while jogging, as a possible hate crime, attorneys for Arbery’s family said.
Lightning strike causes fire, destroys Texas church
A fire caused by a lightning strike destroyed a church in Tom Bean, Texas early Saturday morning.
FIFA suspend Haiti FA chief over sexual abuse allegations
Fifa has provisionally suspended Yves Jean-Bart pending an investigation into claims the president of the Haiti Football Federation sexually
Russia vs China
Cooperation between Russia and China has deep historical roots, and its earliest manifestations can be found already during the Chinese civil war. It seems that both countries should be most united by their communist ideology, but the ambitions of their leaders and the willingness to be the first and the most powerful was in fact […]
Akali Leader Shot Dead In Punjab's Batala: Police
A 24-year-old local Akali leader was allegedly shot dead after an argument in Punjab's Batala, an incident described as 'political killing' by the SAD.
Liberals, NDP work on sick leave to secure deal on future of Parliament
OTTAWA — How Parliament should function in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis remained unresolved Monday as the Conservatives dug in on their demand that the House of Commons resume normal operations with a reduced number of MPs in the chamber.
Gathering limits make it a ‘great time to be building a pipeline:’ Alberta minister
Both Alberta and B.C. have increased their limits to 50 people for outdoor gatherings
Cemeteries struggling to cope with number of Covid-19 victims in New York City - US & Canada
At epidemic's peak, a New Yorker was dying every two minutes.
Several homes of terrorists were already demolished, stresses father of Dvir Sorek - Defense/Security
Atuna was not 'the murderer' - he was one of a gang. Media portrayal is misleading.
After UP, Rajasthan reverts to 8-hr factory shifts
India News: Human resources experts, trade unions and civil society groups have lauded the Rajasthan government’s decision on Sunday to revert to 8-hour shifts in
What the papers say – May 26
There is a mixed response from the nation’s papers to Dominic Cummings’s Monday press conference.
US DOJ probing Arbery slaying as possible hate crime, lawyers say
The United States Department of Justice is investigating the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, an unarmed Black man who was killed while jogging in a predominately White neighbourhood in the US state of Georgia, as a possible hate crime, US media reported on Monday, citing the lawyers representing the Arbery family.
B.C. needs changes to keep cyber threats out of its election process: report
VICTORIA - British Columbia should update its Election Act to include cyber protection measures before next year's scheduled provincial election, says the c
Liberals, NDP work on sick leave to secure deal on future of Parliament
OTTAWA - How Parliament should function in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis remained unresolved Monday as the Conservatives dug in on their demand that the
Brit teacher in Cambodia told by docs to cough up £20k or lose his infected lung
Anthony Igoe, 31, from Clydebank, Scotland, has picked up two bacterial infections while on holiday with partner Alana Fonseca, who claims insurance firm Cigna is refusing to pay
Accused murderers allegedly used drugs with teen before fatal fall
Police say Cian English, 19, was trying to escape being robbed by the three men at knifepoint when he fell to his death in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Gardai hailed for special birthday surprise for 90-year-old woman from Ashbourne, Co Meath
Paula Joyce was heartbroken when she had to cancel a big party she had organised for her mum Marita Ryan
Gujarat: Seven cops booked after 132 liquor bottles found in Kadi canal
A team of NDRF scuba divers was called in by senior police officials on Saturday and Sunday to extract 132 bottles of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) from the Narmada canal near Kadi police station, after which a case was booked.
Mumbai airport handles 47 domestic flights after services resume
Several passengers who had come to the airport to catch early flights were stranded after several airlines announced cancellations. The routes of many flights also had to be re-chalked by the airlines.
Aide to British PM Cummings says he doesn’t regret lockdown trip
LONDON, May 26 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest adviser Dominic Cummings said today that he didn’t regret his decision to drive 250 miles from London to northern England, saying he had not flouted lockdown rules by staying on his family’s farm. “I don’t regret what I did....
Lt. Col. Allen West to Be Released from Hospital
Lt. Col. Allen West (Ret.) is to be released from hospital on Monday after a motorcycle accident over the weekend.
PHOTOS: Joe Biden Makes First In-Person Appearance in over 2 Months
Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in over two months by laying a wreath at a veterans park for Memorial Day.
Report: Coronavirus Lockdown in Italy Drives 30% Increase in Divorces
Two and a half months of lockdown has pushed many Italian marriages into crisis, with a 30 percent increase in divorces, media report.
Two rescued as 60 people gather at disused 'blue lagoon' quarry pool
Two people had to be rescued by firefighters during a bank holiday gathering at a disused quarry pool.
Rivers community demands justice for doctor assaulted by Air Force airmen
Chukwudi Akasike, Port Harcourt THE people of Polobubo (Tsekelewu) in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State have called on the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), to or...
Delta community demands justice for doctor assaulted by Air Force airmen
Chukwudi Akasike, Port Harcourt THE people of Polobubo (Tsekelewu) in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State have called on the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), to or...
Kaduna COVID-19 cash donations reach N1.26bn, says El-Rufai
Kayode Oyero Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State has said the cash donations to the State COVID-19 fund have risen to N1.26bn, The PUNCH reports. This is almost double the N641m announced...
Eight foreign sailors freed after Benin kidnapping
Eight foreign crew members kidnapped from a Singapore-owned container ship off Benin
Trump marks Memorial Day at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Fort McHenry
President Trump marked Memorial Day on Monday, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery before delivering remarks at Fort McHenry in Baltimore.
The Hill's 12:30 Report - Presented by Facebook - Crowds return during Memorial Day weekend
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Biden makes first public appearance in months on Memorial Day
Former Vice President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day on Monday by participating in a wreath-laying ceremony at a local veteran’s memorial near his Delaware home, in what was his first time in public
Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000
President Donald Trump on Monday lashed out at those who criticized him for playing golf over Memorial Day weekend as the US stood on the brink of 100,000 reported coronavirus deaths.
'Anti-Christian attitude developing in SA' - ACDP leader warns of possible illegal church gatherings
Some religious leaders are angry over President Cyril Ramaphosa’s refusal to accede to requests to allow small gatherings and say that, if forced, congregants will ignore the government and gather for praise and worship anyway.
Ramaphosa asks Constitutional Court to reject DA's challenge of Disaster Management Act
President Cyril Ramaphosa has filed a notice with the Constitutional Court, opposing the DA's challenge of the Disaster Management Act.
Former GOVT Accountant-General dies, family suspects foul play
Former Finance ministry’s Accountant-General Daniel Muchemwa has died, Zim Morning Post can reveal. He passed on Sunday morning at Dandaro Hospital in Borrowdale, Harare.
Boris Johnson's top aide stands his ground on lockdown breach
No resignation, no regrets ... Dominic Cummings says it's the media coverage, rather than his actions, that has muddied the government's messaging.
Trump Visits Baltimore, Dismissing Mayor’s Concerns About Virus
President Donald Trump paid a controversial visit to Baltimore for a Memorial Day celebration on Monday, dismissing the mayor’s warnings to stay away from the city as it grapples with the pandemic.
Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months
Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.
Two arrested for trying to smuggle drugs worth R10m from Mozambique
The two were travelling together in a truck from Mozambique to South Africa when they were nabbed at the Lebombo border post near Komatipoort on Monday.
VIDEO: NIDCOM staff after being locked out of NCC office
NIDCOM Secretary Engr. Dr. Yakubu Sule Bassi, addressing the staff of the Commission shortly after being locked out of the office space.
Ayade declares PDP Counselorship candidate, 34 others wanted over cult activities
Vanguard learned that Gov Ayade's order was on the heels of the recent cult killings in the state, particularly in Calabar metropolis.
Woman, 18, appears in court charged with murder following death of Fife teen
An 18-year-old woman has been charged with murder following the death of a teenager in Fife.
Emergency services at the scene after collision on the A92 in Fife
Emergency services attended a road accident on the A92 in Fife.
Two of Karan Johar's household staff test coronavirus-positive, filmmaker says he tested negative
Filmmaker Karan Johar said that two members of his household staff had tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
J&K: Search operation underway at 2 Pulwama villges to comb out suspected militants
Local sources said that huge contingents of forces have been deployed in these areas, however, no contact with militants has been established so far.
Will the Trump Administration Fight the Coronavirus or China?
In reviewing the excruciating pressure imposed on U.S. President Donald Trump to drop his efforts to achieve a collaborative relationship with China’s President Xi Jinping, it is useful to review the strategy outlined by former United Kingdom Ambassador to Washington, Sir Kim Darroch, to manipulate him to adopt British policy initiatives. The {Daily Mail} published […]
Democrats: Trump lacks 'serious plan' to increase coronavirus testing
Four top Democrats accused the Trump administration of not having a real national strategy for coronavirus testing.
Two dead after shooting at massive block party in South Carolina
A teenager was one of two people killed in a shooting at a massive block party in Jonesville, South Carolina.
US bans Brazil travel over virus surge as Europe keeps easing
The United States suspended travel from Brazil over an explosion of coronavirus infections in the South American nation, but across the Atlantic, many parts of Europe were set to further ease lockdowns on Monday after slowing their COVID-19 outbreaks.
IOA president Narinder Batra nominates joint secretary Rakesh Gupta to record minutes of EC, GB meetings
Batra said this was being done for the purposes of good governance and transparency.
Karnataka: BJP Rallies Behind FIR Against Sonia Gandhi; Congress Demands Withdrawal Of Complaint, Suspension Of Police Officer
The party’s state unit is backing the advocate who filed an FIR against Sonia Gandhi for her remarks against PM Modi.
Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Trump frequently criticized Obama for golfing while he was in the White House, but has not held himself to the same standard as president.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Josephine Teo waives S$1,000 donation demand over corruption allegations
Josephine Teo waives S$1,000 donation demand over corruption allegations
Supreme Court rules: Home of Dvir Sorek's murderer will not be destroyed - Defense/Security
Justices Uzi Fogelman and Anat Baron rule IDF cannot demolish home of terrorist in cell which murdered yeshiva student.
Supreme Court: Judea and Samaria authority heads will not be investigated - Inside Israel
Supreme Court rejects Peace Now petition asking court to order Judiciary investigate authority heads for illegal construction involvement.
Don’t let the NY Jewish voice drown in NY Primaries on June 23rd - Opeds
While we are getting ready for Shavuot, reopening New York and our Synagogues, the most important time for Jews to speak up Is now. Op-ed.
Manager of demolished hotel among 27 new COVID-19 cases in Rivers - Commissioner - Premium Times Nigeria
Rivers State recorded 27 new infections on Sunday, one of the highest so far recorded in a single day in the oil-rich state.
Police found ammunition for a rifle during search of Larkhall house
A man told them "My stuff, my room, my responsibility.”
Alpine skiing: 2021 World Championships in Italy may be pushed back a year
The Italian winter sports federation (FISI) will ask to push back the 2021 Alpine skiing World Championships in Cortina d'Ampezzo by a year ...
Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as COVID-19 slows recovery
COBARGO, Australia: Victims of Australia's catastrophic bushfires are still living in tents, garages and makeshift shelters months after the ...
Airbus team to arrive in Karachi today for assistance in PIA plane crash probe
The management of the Airbus has also expressed profound grief over the PIA plane crash.
Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months
For the first time in more than two months, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made an in-person appearance for Memorial Day.
Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000
Trump frequently criticized Obama for golfing while he was in the White House, but has not held himself to the same standard as president.
Eid celebrations hit by coronavirus pandemic; no major congregational prayers amid lockdown
India News: Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated in India on Monday in the shadow of the coronavirus pandemic with no traditional congregational prayers in mosques and idga
Armies of India, China appear heading towards biggest face-off after Doklam
India News: NEW DELHI: Indian and Chinese troops remained engaged in an eyeball-to-eyeball situation in several disputed areas along the Line of Actual Control in.
Joe Biden emerges from coronavirus lockdown
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden emerged from his Delaware home on Monday and made his first in-person appearance in more than two months to mark the Memorial Day holiday in the United States by laying a wreath at a veterans' park near his home.
Alleged truck thief caught when he runs out of gas headed up to Vernon's King Eddy
A truck thief was running low on fuel when he was arrested by frontline officers early Friday, May 25.A diesel pick-up truck was stolen at 3 a.m. on May 22,
Three lakh Muslims offer prayers from their homes
Earlier in the day, the Muslims engaged in charity work and gave away gifts and food in parcels, keeping in mind the COVID-19 restrictions.
Cases from other States hike toll in southern districts
Thoothukudi, Virudhunagar districts report 17 cases each
‘Give status report on caste-based atrocities’
Human rights activists press for action by State govt.
Migrant workers leave for Jharkhand, Odisha from Dindigul
DINDIGULAbout 1875 migrant workers belonging to Jharkhand and Odisha were seen off in two special trains here on Monday.Forest Minister Dindigul C Srinivasan, Collector M. Vijayalakshmi and other seni
Domestic flights resume
Poor patronage and chaos due to cancellations hit airports in Kerala
Police arrest four for murder of youth
Accused wanted to take revenge on father of the victim
BJP seeks white paper on COVID-19 spending
State has not been able to marshall its resources properly, says Telangana BJP president Bandi Sanjay Kumar
Coronavirus lockdown | Wives of merchant navy sailors at sea over prospects of their return
Many a family has lost its moorings as the men are away for far too long, they say
Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr. is no more
Three-time Olympic gold winner & manager of only World Cup-winning side succumbs to illness
Mum gives birth in Lidl car park as shocked shoppers watch through window
Natasha Thomson, 33, from Horden, woke up with severe contractions five days before her child was due and immediately knew that she was going to give birth, prompting a trip to University Hospital of North Tees
Dominic Cummings admits he went back into No10 hours after seeing his sick wife
The Prime Minister's top advisor went back into the heart of government, in person - despite advice for households of suspected patients to isolate for 14 days. The next morning, he fell ill with suspected coronavirus himself
Zelensky calls on Israel to complete ratification of FTA with Ukraine
The head of state noted that in the context of the coronavirus pandemic, support for bilateral trade is especially important for both countries.
PM Boris Johnson faces flak as aide says ‘no regrets’ on breaching lockdown
Cummings, who has been close to Johnson since the successful Vote leave campaign in the 2016 EU referendum, travelled to Durham in north-east England with his family when the official advice followed by Britons was to ‘stay home’.
Indian Army chief’s remarks ‘hurt sentiments of Nepali Gurkhas’, says minister
Days after Indian Army chief Gen Manoj Mukund Naravane made the comments, which were seen as a veiled reference to a possible Chinese role in the border row, Pokhrel dismissed the remarks as a “political stunt”.
Council to close Blackrock beach tomorrow ahead of planned protest - Talk of the Town
Louth County Council will close Blackrock beach tomorrow afternoon ahead of a planned protest that evening by controversial journalist Gemma O’Doherty. The local authority will close the lower car park from 8am on Tuesday and the beach from 2pm. Both will be reopened on Wednesday. The decision was made on advice from Gardaí. O’Doherty had...Read More→
Dominic Cummings admits 'mistake' but says he has 'no regrets' over lockdown trip
Dominic Cummings has confirmed he did not tell the UK prime minister Boris Johnson about his drive to Durham and admitted he made "a mistake".
Italy reports 92 coronavirus deaths on Monday, just 300 new infections
Deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic in Italy climbed by 92 on Monday, against 50 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said, while the daily tally of new cases dropped to just 300 from 531 on Sunday. Sunday's daily death toll did not include fatalities from the worst-affected Lombardy region
Taliban fighters wave on a bus after being released from prison in Bagram in a handout photograph released Afghanistan's National Security Council
Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival. The pause in fighting, only the second of its kind in Afghanistan's nearly 19-year-old war, was for the most
Judge rules against Florida Republican-backed law blocking felons from voting until they pay legal fees
A federal judge in Tallahassee ruled on Sunday night that Florida law can't stop felons from voting because they can't pay back any legal fees and restitution they owe.The judge's decision could have deep ramifications as the state’s estimated 774,000 disenfranchised felons represent a significant
Joe Biden makes first public appearance since March
The apparent Democratic presidential nominee and his wife laid a wreath Monday to honor Delaware war dead, his first public foray since mid-March.
On CM Yogi's Remark on Labourers Returning to UP, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's Sharp Retort
Notably, the Chief Minister was quoted as saying that people returning to Uttar Pradesh from other states were raising the number of coronavirus cases in the state.
Two rescued as 60 people gather at disused 'blue lagoon' quarry pool
Two people had to be rescued by firefighters during a bank holiday gathering at a disused quarry pool.
Dominic Cummings seeks to defend decision to visit Durham despite lockdown
Mr Cummings denied further reports which suggested he took a second trip to the North East on April 14.
Ellis & Pence: Amid coronavirus, Trump understands this simple truth that Democrat governors are ignoring
Some governors are refusing to follow America's roadmap, and are instead trying to turn our system on its head
Democrats ding Trump on coronavirus testing after HHS report
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., slammed the Trump administration on Monday for what they say is the lack of “a serious plan for increasing testing” for the novel coronavirus as the death toll from the contagion nears 100,000.
Biden attends Memorial Day ceremony, first time leaving home in two months
Leaving his home in Wilmington, Delaware for his first public trip anywhere since the coronavirus pandemic shuttered much of the country two months ago, former Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Jill made an unannounced visit on Monday to attend a Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony.
COVID-19: Unites States Imposes Travel Restrictions On Brazil, Restricts Entry Of Foreigners From South American Nation
'Today, the President has taken decisive action to protect our country by suspending the entry of aliens who have been in Brazil during the 14-day period before seeking admittance to the United States,' the White House said in a statement
UP government to set up migration panel to ensure job security
The UP government has decided to set up a migration commission in a bid to provide employment and social security to migrant workers. The commission,
Virtual courts cannot replace open court hearing: Justice Chandrachud
India News: NEW DELHI: Supreme Court Judge and e-committee chairman Justice D Y Chandrachud on Sunday said virtual courts cannot replace open court hearings as it.
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
Rest of World News: Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ru
Troops’ standoff persists in Ladakh
NEW DELHI: Indian and Chinese troops appeared heading for a long haul as their tense standoff in the disputed areas of Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh showed no signs of abating even as efforts to de-escalate the tension through talks continued. In the midst of the […]
Army denies reports of detention of Indian soldiers by China
NEW DELHI: Denying the reports of detention of Indian troop by Chinese Army, Indian Army on Sunday issued a formal denial on the issue. On Saturday, the Army had termed the media reports about detention of an Indian troop as “inaccurate”. Amid tensions simmering in Ladakh at four places at the Line of Actual Control […]
‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings
Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.
Even as virus eases, the worst may be yet to come for Abe
Japan’s coronavirus emergency was coming to an end, but Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s political troubles may be just beginning.
Boris Johnson gambles to save aide who flouted U.K. lockdown rules
U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson put his own authority on the line as he fought to save his most senior aide, Dominic Cummings, in the face of growing dem
White House limits travel to U.S. from Brazil due to coronavirus
Brazil has surpassed Russia to become the world No. 2 hot spot for coronavirus cases, second only to the United States
Trio charged with murder over Gold Coast balcony death remain in custody
Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fatal fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during an alleged robbery have been remanded in custody.
Four-year-old child found dead in Brisbane
Emergency services were called to a home on Bent Street in Cannon Hill about 9.30am.
‘Things moving behind me’: New Zealand PM continues TV interview as quake strikes
Monday’s magnitude 5.6 quake struck in the ocean about 100 kilometers (62 miles) northeast of Wellington, according to the US Geological Survey.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview. The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth
‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings
Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.
Ex-Independent Counsel Robert Ray predicts prosecutions from Durham probe: 'Political scandal of the highest order'
Former Whitewater prosecutor Robert Ray said Sunday that the investigation by Connecticut U.S. Attorney John Durham into the origins of the Russia investigation will likely result in indictments of bureau officials as new information continues to emerge.
Florida law requiring felons to pay fines before voting is unconstitutional, judge rules
A Florida law requiring felons to pay legal fees as part of their sentences before regaining the vote is unconstitutional for those unable to pay, or unable to find out how much they owe, a federal judge ruled Sunday.
St. Louis' violent Memorial Day weekend sees at least 4 killed, 13 others wounded
Police are investigating a string of shootings across St. Louis on Memorial Day weekend that have left four people dead and 17 wounded.
UConn senior allegedly murders two men and flees in stolen car
A University of Connecticut senior is accused of killing two men and injuring another in two separate attacks before fleeing the state in a stolen car on Sunday, a report said. Peter Manfredonia, who
Trio charged with murder over Gold Coast balcony death remain in custody
Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fatal fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during an alleged robbery have been remanded in custody.
From the Archives, 1971: Qantas pays $500,000 ransom in mid-air bomb hoax
In 1971, Qantas paid a $500,000 ransom when the mysterious "Mr Brown" threatened to destroy a Boeing 707 jet carrying 128 people from Sydney to Hong Kong.
Is The Maldives Seeing A Daesh Surge?
Consolidation of Daesh in the Maldives would severely dent its image as an exotic tourist destination.
Housebound Bangladesh celebrates Eid in the shadow of coronavirus
To Muhammad Nuru, Eid-ul-Fitr means buying new clothes for his children and other members of the family and travelling to Munshiganj to celebrate the occasion with their loved ones.
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.
Zion National Park fills up early Sunday on Memorial Day weekend
Zion National Park’s Scenic Drive was so full Sunday that the park had to close access by 6:30 a.m. and the whole park was full by 11 a.m., the park said.
Covid-19 lockdown: For North East workers in Goa, a struggle for dignity and dreams of home
A Hobson’s choice: stay back in Goa and survive on hand-outs or make the long, hard journey back?
UK PM's top aide Dominic Cummings under fire
Cummings faces increasing pressure to resign for breaching lockdown rules three times
Once-in-a-decade storm hits Australia
In the Perth metropolitan area, electricity supply to about 37,000 homes and businesses was impacted by the storm
US National Security Adviser O'Brien Compares China's COVID Response to Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster
The official’s comments come as the administration of US President Donald Trump has accused the Chinese government of “covering up” an unproven story that the...
'Wrong On Their Face': Official Says US Departure From WHO 'Unimaginable', Slams Trump Claims
Earlier in the week, US President Donald Trump sent a letter to the World Health Organization threatening to exit the international body and permanently suspend all...
Belarus' Lukashenko Intends to Discuss Missile Construction with China's Xi Jinping
In September 2019, the president of Belarus stated that he would take steps towards cooperating with his Ukrainian counterpart Vladimir Zelensky in order for Minsk to...
Co Down-born pharmacist who died suddenly from heart condition went 'above and beyond for people'
THE family of a Co Down-born pharmacist who died suddenly from a heart condition just two weeks after he was told he was at the top of the transplant list, have told of their heartbreak.
Man's death in north Belfast treated as 'suspicious' by police
THE death of a man whose body was discovered in a house in north Belfast is being treated by police as
Dominic Cummings in untenable position
If a senior Stormont figure, regardless of party affiliations, was found to have travelled some 260 miles to the other end of Ireland at a stage when their partner had Covid-19 symptoms, in clear contravention of the lockdown rules, a resignation or dismissal would surely have been inevitable.
Fire crews last night tackling major fire in east Belfast
FIRE crews were last night tackling a major fire in east Belfast.
Calls for public Masses 'grossly irresponsible' says Irish priests' group
A GROUP representing Catholic Priests in Ireland has warned against
Western Australia storm: 50,000 homes without power as state battered by wild weather
Remnants of ex-Tropical Cyclone Mangga whip up 100km/h wind gusts, dust storms and heavy rain as Perth and state’s south prepares for onslaught
Students, migrants take the first flight home as air operations resume
Those who took first flights included paramilitary personnel, army men, students and migrants, who failed to book a ticket on special trains being run by the railways
The US Is Close To Losing A Major Asian Ally Amid Warnings Of A ‘Cold War’ With China
In an alarming move on the international level, the Philippines has begun allying themselves with China, despite the country’s longstanding position as the United States’ oldest Asian ...
Joe Biden Calls Out Donald Trump, Says Being President Is About “More Than Tweeting From Your Golf Cart”
In a tweet posted on Sunday evening, former Vice-President and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden called out President Donald Trump saying, “The presidency is about a lot more than ...
California Retail Employee Shares Photo Of Her Battered Face After Being Attacked By A Customer
‘It was so fast, I couldn’t even put my hands up,’ said Samantha Clarke. Samantha Clarke of Modesto, California, is an employee at a Big 5 sporting goods store. Earlier this month, ...
Spain to reopen to tourists as South America named virus hotspot
Brazil saw its death toll passing 22,000 on Saturday from more than 347,000 infections, the second biggest caseload of any country in a pandemic
India maintains aggressive posturing against China’s moves at LAC
Chinese military is fast increasing its troops in areas around Pangong Tso lake and Galwan Valley along the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh, sending a clear signal that it was not ready to end its confrontation with the Indian Army anytime soon, people familiar with the situation in the disputed region said.
Stoppage of ex-governors pension: nba, Iwuanyanwu, Ohanaeze back Uzodinma
A Board of Trustees (BoT) member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu; an elder statesman, Dr. Ezekiel Izuogu and ...
Indigo cancels flight last minute, leaves students stranded
In the video circulated, several disgruntled passengers can be seen outside the booking counter with luggage, without any measures for social distancing being followed.
Crime nosedived by 70% in western UP in April: Police
The region recorded 35 murders in the last month against 50 in the corresponding period in 2019, while robberies went down from 992 to 114. There were 16 kidnappings and seven cases of rape in April, 2020 against 110 and 34 last year.
Ashok Chavan is second minister in Uddhav cabinet to test positive
Chavan is currently admitted at a hospital in Nanded. His condition is stable, sources said, adding that he was reportedly under home quarantine for the last few days.
HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism' as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws
HONG KONG, May 25 — Hong Kong's security chief said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied today behind Beijing's plans to introduce national security laws and after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move. Police said they arrested more than...
Carville: 'American People Are Turning' on Trump by the Day -- 'Joe Biden Is Fine'
Sunday on MSNBC's "Kasie DC," Democratic strategist James Carville weighed in on the 2020 presidential election following Democratic presidential nominee frontrunner former Vice President Joe Biden catching flak this week for telling African-American President Donald Trump voters that they "ain't black." | Clips
Symone Sanders: Biden 'Committed to Putting a Black Woman on the Supreme Court'
Presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential nominee former Vice President Joe Biden's senior advisor Symone Sanders on Sunday revealed Biden is "committed to putting a black woman on the Supreme Court" should he get elected. | Clips
Police kill eight suspected kidnappers in Taraba
Justin Tyopuusu, Jalingo Taraba State police command on Friday said its men attached to Bali division killed eight suspected kidnappers in a gun battle. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP D...
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia recorded 8,599 new cases 153 new deaths on Sunday linked to the coronavirus, raising its overall death toll to 3,541.
NGSA, MCO, others demand release of 17 illegal Chinese miners by Osun Govt for prosecution
NGSA, Mining Cadastre Office, MCO, and other mining professionals, Sunday, demanded the release of 17 illegal Chinese miners by Osun govt.
Wanting to remarry, Kerala man buys cobra to kill wife with snake bite
A resident of Kerala, who wanted to remarry after taking a huge dowry from his wife, bought a cobra to kill her with snake bite.
Dominic Cummings lockdown row: Boris Johnson defies calls to sack senior advisor from Conservative Party, risks backlash
British prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday, despite calls from within his own Conservative Party for the aide to resign for driving 250 miles during the coronavirus lockdown.
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was undaunted by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.
HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism' as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws
HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s security chief said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing’s plans to introduce national security laws and after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move.
Railways Not Providing Details About Movement Of Shramik Trains: Odisha
The Odisha government on Sunday expressed concern over not being given prior information about the movement of Shramik Special trains to the state from outside, saying it creates problems in making arrangements for the returnees.
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Russia denies that it has manipulated coronavirus data and maintains that its mortality rate from the virus is among the lowest in the world.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Japan opposition still seeking candidate for Tokyo governor race
Incumbent Yuriko Koike, 67, is riding on a wave of popularity amid the capital's fight against COVID-19.
Anti-CAA protest: Pinjra Tod activists granted bail, rearrested
They were initially arrested on Saturday in relation with an FIR registered on February 24 over the sit-in protest at Jafrabad Metro Station against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act
Venkaiah Naidu reviews preparedness for holding regular Parliament panel meetings
Officers of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, and those of ministries appearing before such committees to be kept to the bare minimum, say sources
First flight takes off from Chennai airport as operations resume after two months
It left for Delhi at 6.35 a.m. with 116 passengers
Burglar in hazmat suit with drill caught trying to steal hospital's £5m Banksy artwork
The 'Game Changer' piece was donated to Southampton General Hospital by mysterious artist Banksy earlier this month so it could be auctioned to raise money for the NHS - with the burglar allegedly striking two days later
GMB's Charlotte Hawkins and Ben Shephard slam Dominic Cummings over breaking lockdown rules
The Good Morning Btitain presenters also warned that they had received many emails from viewers insisting that lockdown was 'over'
Severe storm lashes vast expanse of west Australian coast
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm on Monday for the second straight day. No casualties were reported from what Acting Assistant Commissioner of Western Australia
‘Turn back this wave of hate’: 100 writers call for an end to anti-Asian hostility
Reports of hate crimes and violence against the Asian and Asian American community have surged since early in the pandemic * Coronavirus – latest US updates * Coronavirus – latest global updates * See all our coronavirus coverageMore than 100 prominent writers, including several top Asian American
WATCH: New Zealand PM's epic reaction while earthquake strikes during her live interview
The capital city and its nearby areas were shaken up by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake while Ardern's live interview was underway.
J&K: Encounter underway in Kulgam; 2 terrorists gunned down by security forces
Sources told Zee Media that two-three terrorists are believed to be trapped.
I don't regret what I did, Cummings says over travel
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's senior aide Dominic Cummings has said "I don't regret what I did", as he responded to allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
Regular parliamentary committee meetings likely to take place soon
The issue had stirred a controversy as the parliamentary panel meetings are held in-camera and the issues discussed are not made public. Holding such meetings through video conference would have compromised the secrecy clause.
California Republicans sue to block Gov. Gavin Newsom’s vote-by-mail order
The Republican National Committee, National Republican Congressional Committee and California Republican Party sued Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state’s Secretary of State Alex Padilla on Sunday,
Millions in Bangladesh pray for healing of COVID-19 patients
As millions of housebound Muslims across Bangladesh celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic roiling the country was at the centre of devotees' thoughts as they joined the strictly-regulated prayer congregations in Dhaka.
Three charged in relation to death of Irish teen in Australia
Three men are due in court in Australia today charged over the death of an Irish teenager at the weekend.
China’s aggressive push for Hong Kong national security laws could lead to US sanctions, White House official says
The White House national security adviser, Robert O’Brien, on Sunday said China’s aggressive move to force national security laws on Hong Kong might result in US sanctions.
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.
Citizen TV's Waihiga Mwaura Rescues Evicted Family From Streets [VIDEO]
The Citizen TV anchor was undertaking an investigative report on the evictions in Kariobangi North, Nairobi when he encountered a mother and...
Hey Las Vegas motorists, don’t drive impaired as businesses reopen
As more businesses open up across Nevada, especially ones that serve alcoholic beverages, traffic officials are urging drivers not to get too excited and get behind the wheel impaired.
Eden-Monaro byelection set for July 4, coronavirus measures play role in date selection
The date was chosen in part to allow enough time for school polling booths to be sanitised due to the coronavirus.
Covid-19: Over 600 citizens call for temporary release of Sudha Bharadwaj, Shoma Sen from jail
They have been booked under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act for their alleged role in the Bhima Koregaon violence case.
Covid-19: Nearly 80 flights in Delhi, over 20 in Bengaluru cancelled, chaos at airports on day 1
Passengers whose flights were cancelled said they did not get any prior notice from airlines.
What social distancing? Prisoners gather inside Aurangabad Central Jail for namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr
Social distancing norms went for a toss after many prisoners gathered inside Aurangabad Central Jail for namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. A video of the same has gone viral on social media.
Uttarakhand BJP releases ‘Modi Aarti’, party MLA says will erect PM Modi statue too
Amid coronavirus outbreak, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) functionaries in Uttarakhand have come up with ‘Modi Aarti’ in praise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity
President Donald Trump demanded Monday that North Carolina's Democratic governor sign off “immediately” on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward in August with full attendance despite the ongoing...
In move to limit federal oversight of police, Seattle cites its hard work, need to focus on coronavirus
The city has asked U.S. District Judge James Robart to find it has successfully completed a two-year review period to assure Seattle police reforms have taken hold. If granted, the...
Ex-Trumpist Ann Coulter Trashed Online as She Rips 'Disloyal Actual Retard' Trump in Twitter Rant
Ann Coulter picked up on Donald Trump's weekend dig at Jeff Sessions, his former attorney general, frothing at the mouth with rage saying he “had to recuse” himself due...
PNB Scam: Interpol to expedite arrest of Nirav Modi's brother
Nehal reportedly handled Nirav Modi's Twin Fields Investments and Bailey Bank and Biddle, and allegedly laundered over $100 million for his brother
Gary Lineker launches Twitter attack on Dominic Cummings despite BBC colleague Simon McCoy slamming him for 'abusing his position' and breaking impartiality by accusing PM of lying
The news anchor slammed the sports pundit after Lineker sounded off about Boris Johnson's coronavirus briefing last night as the PM defended his top aide in Downing Street.
Venkaiah Naidu reviews preparedness for holding parliament panel meetings
Naidu holds detailed discussions with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, secretary generals of both Houses and other senior officials on Saturday over the availability of rooms
Pregnant woman on train to Delhi gets miraculous help, delivers girl child
A pregnant woman travelling to New Delhi got miraculous help from a doctor on board who came to her rescue in the last minute and aided safe delivery of the child. Fozia, the 25-year-old pregnant
Death of nine people in Telangana doesn't appear to be suicide, says forensic expert
Indicating foul play in the death of nine people, including six of a family, whose bodies were fished out from a well near Warangal, a forensic expert on Sunday virtually ruled out suicide theory,
As US edges toward reopening, a mixed picture takes shape
One pool party was a crowded bedlam of collective joy and release with no social distancing, while others heading to the beach wore masks: America getting used to scaled-back lockdowns on a big
BJP playing dirty politics over COVID-19 figures: Aam Aadmi Party
The Aam Aadmi Party accused the BJP on Sunday of playing dirty politics over the number of deaths in Delhi due to the novel coronavirus pandemic after the high court refused to entertain a plea in
285 families granted e-visits to children in custody in Abu Dhabi
Child Visitation Centre of Abu Dhabi Court facilitated people
They give us food all the time, NO DRUGS – Coronavirus patients in Niger
Coronavirus patients in Niger state have called out the state government over alleged poor treatments meted to them at the isolation center in Minna. According to The Nation, some of the patients who spoke to newsmen
Victorian father faces new charges over alleged Philippines child sex
New charges filed against man accused of engaging in sexual activity with children during a trip to the Philippines and having the alleged act filmed.
Lawyer claims crook trying to use Gobbo to get off 'might be confused'
Drug trafficker Francesco Madafferi wants to use Informer 3838 scandal to secure release but prosecutors say he might be confused about what led to conviction.
Police Gun Down Bulawayo Man Driving With His Girlfriend…. More Details Emerge
Police Gun Down Bulawayo Man.... More Details Emerge. More details have emerged on the strange case of the late Paul Munakopa, 34,who was fatally shot
Video of Leo Varadkar enjoying sun in Phoenix Park causes controversy
It has been confirmed the video was taken on Sunday and keyboard warriors have slammed it as being irresponsible
Crashed Pakistan plane’s pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The report said that the plane had enough fuel to fly for two hours and 34 minutes, while its total flying time was recorded at one hour and 33 minutes.
JD(U) MLA reply to migrant’s job query: ‘Why couldn’t your father give one’
Leader of Opposition in Bihar Assembly Tejashwi Prasad Yadav termed the JD (U) MLA's statement "insensitive".
Yogi Adityanath: States will have to seek nod before employing UP workers
The Chief Minister said that the government will carry out skill mapping of the migrant workers and will stand by them wherever they go, be it other states or countries.
Congress targets PM, Shah after HC raps Gujarat govt on Covid fight
Addressing a press conference, Congress spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi asked whether the Prime Minister and Home Minister are “even aware of what is happening in their own home state?”
Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings
Officials in California said most people were covering their faces and keep their distance even as they ventured to beaches and parks.
Islamic Call to Prayer Broadcast on Loudspeakers in Great Britain
Mosques across the UK could begin daily broadcasts of the call to prayer through loudspeakers after they were given permission during Ramadan
Bin blaze damages window at premises in Telford
A wheelie bin caught fire behind a property in Telford damaging a window.
NIDCOM lists items allegedly ‘carted away’ by communications minister
Kayode Oyero The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has released a list of items allegedly “carted away” by the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, after he allegedly ejec...
China's swoop on Hong Kong autonomy 'utterly offensive'
Several former foreign ministers have criticised Beijing for its proposed new laws aimed at silencing dissent.
HK security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism'
Protests are expected to resume on Wednesday, when the city's legislature is scheduled to give a second reading of a bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem.
Johnson risks party wrath backing aide over lockdown breach claims
LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday (May 24), despite calls from within his own ...
Child drowns after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach
A child drowned after getting caught in the current off Siesta Key Beach.
10-year-old girl drowns after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach
Deputies have identified the young girl who drowned after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach on Sunday night.
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia denies that it has manipulated coronavirus data and maintains that its mortality rate from the virus is among the lowest in the world.
Alligator rumoured to have been Hitler’s dies in Moscow
Mad, Mad World News: An alligator that many believed to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The zoo said the alligator, named Saturn, was about
Trump bars travel from Brazil, a new Covid-19 hotspot: White House
US News: Non-Americans who have been in Brazil in the 14-day period prior to when they seek admittance to the US cannot come to America, said White House press
Taiwan offers help to Hong Kong activists as China tightens grip
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing.
US says China's HK national security law could lead to sanctions
China's proposed national security legislation for Hong Kong could lead to US sanctions and threaten the city's status as a financial hub, the White House has said.
Jacinda Ardern's Live TV Interview Interrupted By Earthquake: ‘Quite A Decent Shake Here’
'I’m not under any hanging lights and I look like I am in a structurally strong place.'
Jacinda Ardern's Live TV Interview Interrupted By Earthquake: ‘Quite A Decent Shake Here’
'I’m not under any hanging lights and I look like I am in a structurally strong place.'
HK security chief warns of growing ‘terrorism’ as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws
Police said they arrested more than 180 people on Sunday, when authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse anti-government protesters as unrest returned to the Chinese-ruled city after months of relative calm.
400 km lockdown trip: U.K. government rejects calls to sack chief aide
The opposition Labour Party has called for an official investigation.
Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to Hong Kong’s people
Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but growing number of pro-democracy protesters fleeing Hong Kong, which has been convulsed since last year by protests.
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia denies that it has manipulated coronavirus data and maintains that its mortality rate from the virus is among the lowest in the world.
Reckless Mount Hood Climbers Put Rescue Crews at Risk During Pandemic
Apparently a global pandemic isn’t enough danger for some people. Rescue crews had to save three people on Mount Hood this weekend, endangering their own health in the process.Portland Mountain Rescue said the first mission began late Friday night after a climber summited but got lost in whiteout conditions
Trump visits one of his private golf courses for first time in 75 days
The president's visit to Trump National Golf Club in Virginia comes as the White House is pushing states to lift stay-at-home orders and for the economy to reopen.
Lisa Boothe: How can Biden staffers run presidential campaign 'when they can't even run a virtual rally?'
Fox News contributor Lisa Boothe told "The Next Revolution" Sunday that the new digital effort likely to be a vital part of the 2020 race will "certainly benefit" the Trump campaign as Joe Biden trails the president's team on the online battleground.
Veterans' unemployment during coronavirus outpaces rest of US
As states continue to slowly ease coronavirus-related restrictions and reopen their economies, millions continue to be impacted by job losses, particularly veterans.
101-year-old WWII vet, daughter beat coronavirus together at Maryland nursing home
A 101-year-old World War II veteran and his 73-year-old daughter — who live at the same Maryland nursing home — were able to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend together after both beating the
A ‘deplorables’ moment for Joe Biden shows why he won’t win the black vote: Devine
Joe Biden’s disastrous interview with black radio host Charlamagne Tha God on Friday encapsulates everything that is wrong with the Democratic Party and its presidential hopeful. “If you have a
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia recorded its highest daily spike in coronavirus deaths on Sunday as its number of new daily cases appears to be on the decline.
U.S. limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON/BRASILIA (Reuters) - The White House on Sunday said it was restricting travel from Brazil to the United States, two days after the South American nation became the world’s No. 2 hotspot for coronavirus cases.
Las Vegas barbershops offer free haircuts, photos for 2020 grads
To celebrate 2020 graduates, Las Vegas Valley barbershops gave out free haircuts and professional photos to high school seniors, fifth graders and kindergartners Sunday.
'Sad times': Bernard Collaery laments 'now fragile democracy' as pre-trial hearing takes place in secret
Barrister charged with breaching national security laws vows to "fight on for justice".
'Sad times': Bernard Collaery laments 'now fragile democracy' as pre-trial hearing takes place in secret
Barrister charged with breaching national security laws vows to "fight on for justice".
Delhi violence: Two Pinjra Tod members sent to police custody after getting bail in rioting case
Sunday’s arrest was related to an alleged murder case linked to the riots.
2020 Watch: Differing views on remaking post-virus economy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Presidential politics move fast. What we’re watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign: Days to general election: 162 ___ THE NARRATIVE As some parts...
US DoD Slams NYT Article Claiming Military is ‘Celebrating White Supremacy’
On Saturday, The New York Times published an opinion article that accuses the US Defence Department of “celebrating white supremacy” and calls on the DoD to “rename...
US to Donate 1,000 Ventilators to Brazil, NSC Says After Trump Issues New Entry Ban
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Washington will give Brazil 1,000 ventilators to help the country, which is currently in second place in terms of the number of coronavirus cases...
US judge rules Florida felons can vote without paying legal fees
Judge Robert Hinkle says current law is unconstitutional but his ruling is likely to face Republican challenge in key battleground state
Notifying only 41 Shramik trains for Maharashtra for now: Piyush Goyal
The minister said that the Maharashtra government has provided a received list of only 46 trains, out of which five are to West Bengal and Odisha
Pak plane crash: Pilot ignored warning about flight height from air traffic
The A320 Airbus was carrying 91 passengers and eight crew members from Lahore to Karachi on PK 8303 when it crashed in a residential area near Karachi Airport
Vizag gas leak: Andhra Pradesh HC directs to seize premises of LG Polymers
"The premises of the Company shall be completely seized and no one will be allowed to enter including the Directors of the Company," the Court directed
For bicycle girl Jyoti, studying is the first priority
Bihar school girl Jyoti Kumari, who cycled 1200 km with her injured father from New Delhi to Darbhanga, will appear for Cycling Federation of India trials once the lockdown ends even though finishing matriculation is her primary aim.
JK Rowling condemns Dominic Cummings' reported flouting of lockdown rules
She has criticised the adviser for reportedly making a trip while he and his wife had COVID-19 symptoms.
POLAIR to remain on the Gold Coast as relocation claims rejected
The State Government has reaffirmed the Police helicopter will remain based on the Gold Coast, following speculation of a move to Brisbane. Bonney MP Sam O’Connor pressured the Government to come…
Council urges all planning decisions be removed from its power
Georges River wants to stop developers and real estate agents from running for council in NSW.
On the campaign trail, best beware candid signs lurking in the grass
Someone forget to tell the Prime Minister there was an unfortunate sign lurking in the Eden-Monaro political wilderness.
Abe's 'own goals' slash support rates even as coronavirus emergency to be lifted
TOKYO — A string of controversial missteps has slashed Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s support to levels that could threaten to end his term early, even as he prepares to lift a state of emergency after the rate of coronavirus infections declined.
New York Times fills front page with names of COVID-19 dead
The assistant editor of the paper’s graphics desk Simone Landon said she and her colleagues realised that “both among ourselves and perhaps in...
Rajasthan SHO suicide: Police personnel ask for transfer citing ‘false complaints’ by MLA
The opposition has demanded a CBI probe into the death, alleging that local politicians and other officials were responsible for the suicide of police inspector Vishnu Dutt Bishnoi.
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.
We killed 200 Zamfara, Katsina bandits — Military
Olaleye Aluko, Abuja The Defence Headquarters, Abuja, said on Sunday that over 200 bandits were killed in multiple air strikes conducted on camps in Katsina and Zamfara states in its Operation Had...
‘Buhari’s Executive order 10, restructuring for the poor’
John Alechenu, Abuja A non-governmental organisation, Save the Poor Coalition, on Sunday described the Executive Order 10, 2020, recently signed by the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (r...
More Britons to leave Nigeria in three charter flights
Adelani Adepegba, Abuja The United Kingdom Government has announced three more charter flights for the evacuation of Britons stranded in the country. The flights are scheduled for May 29 on the L...
Centre donates N70,000 to teenage mother held in hospital
Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo Following an interview published by Saturday PUNCH about her plight, the Women Advocate Research and Documentation Centre, Lagos, on Sunday, donated the sum of N70,000 to Bl...
Suicide attempt man falls to death from tree
A 71-year-old man from Lusulu in Binga died after falling from a tree while trying to commit suicide, police have confirmed.
Man fined for beating up ‘cheating’ wife
A Hwange man who suspected that his wife was cheating on him beat her up after he saw a text message allegedly coming from a boyfriend.
COVID-19: Time to restructure is now — AFENIFERE, OHANAEZE, MIMIKO
President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Dr. John Nwodo, elder statesman and Afenifere leader, Chief Ayo Adebanjo and former governor of Ondo
Coronavirus in India: Record 6,977 new cases confirmed in past 24 hrs, death toll crosses 4,000
New cases of coronavirus in India: India has reported its biggest-ever single day spike of 6,977 new Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours. The death toll due to Covid-19 infection in India has surged to 4,021.
Can’t take our people without permission: UP CM Yogi Adityanath says govt nod must to hire workers from state
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of migrant labourers in the state. UP CM Yogi Adityanath also said those states, who want migrant workers back, will have to seek the state government's permission.
Taiwan promises necessary assistance to people of Hong Kong
Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but growing number of pro-democracy protesters fleeing Hong Kong, which has been convulsed since last year by anti-Beijing and anti-Hong Kong government protests.
President Trump's adviser compares China's handling of coronavirus to Chernobyl
The US national security adviser Robert O’Brien on Sunday drew parallels between China's handling of the coronavirus outbreak and the Soviet Union’s c
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler’s dies in Moscow
MOSCOW (AP) — An alligator that many people believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The zoo said the alligator,...
Massive fire destroys a quarter of Pier 45 at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf
(CNN) — A four-alarm warehouse fire that broke out at Pier 45 in San Francisco has been contained, the city’s fire department said Saturday afternoon....
Russian prosecutors seek 18 years for ex-US marine in spy trial
Russian prosecutors on Monday called for a former US marine charged with spying to be sentenced to 18 years in prison, after a closed-door trial denounced by Washington and his family.
Kim Jong-un makes first public appearance after speculation over health, discusses bolstering of North Korea's 'nuclear war deterrence'
Seoul: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un hosted a meeting to discuss the country’s nuclear capabilities, state media said on Sunday, marking his first appearance in three weeks after a previous absence sparked global speculation about his health.
Coronavirus: French officials stunned as hundreds defy lockdown at football match in Strasbourg
Strasbourg authorities have been stunned as up to 400 people showed "stupidity and irresponsibility" by attending a local football match.
Reports of sexual abuse of children triple during lockdown
The justice department receives nearly 280,000 reports from March to May. It blames telecommunications companies for not proactively blocking access to forms of online sexual exploitation of children
Chinese state media says new chopper drone may be deployed along India border
The AR500C unmanned chopper is equipped to carry out fire strikes and also disrupt electronic circuitry of its target at heights above 15,000 feet, the Chinese state media reported.
UK pop star, Tony Hadley, comes to the rescue in Singapore quiz row
A Singapore quiz contestant has been handed a cash prize following a row with a radio station over his pronunciation of Spandau Ballet star Tony Hadley's name -- after the singer intervened.
Alligator who survived Berlin WWII bombing dies at 84
An alligator that many believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo
Airbus experts to arrive in Pakistan to probe PIA plane crash
Was it a technical fault, bird-hit or pilot error?
Coronavirus: Impoverished Indian migrant couple try to sell their two-month-old, amid lockdown
COVID-19 India: Tweeps say poverty in lockdown forced the couple to take the drastic step
Father batters daughters to death for being loud
The incident took place in Banethu village in Sant Kabir Nagar on Sunday night
Marie-Antoinette's travel bag goes for royal ransom
The leather travel bag with the "Queen's room number 10" inscription went for 43,750 euros
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000
All 50 states in the US have relaxed coronavirus restrictions to some degree
Jacinda Ardern 'stays cool' as earthquake hits amid live telecast
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday
Beijing Warns Americans Are Pushing Countries Toward ‘New Cold War’
(Bloomberg) — The U.S. should give up its “wishful thinking” of changing China, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said, warning that some in America were pushing relations to a “new Cold War.
Structure Fire Near the Santa Barbara Airport
The Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to a structure fire near the Santa Barbara Airport early Monday morning.
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19, says CMD
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital.Prof...
One dies as two accidents occur on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
One person was confirmed dead and several others injured in two separate accidents on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday.Mr Clement Oladele,...
JUST IN: 69 Nigerians arrive from Lebanon
Fifty trafficked girls and 19 stranded Nigerians arrived from Lebanon on Sunday night.Their evacuation was at the expense of the Lebanese...
Buhari, family members observe Eid prayer inside Aso Villa
President Muhammadu Buhari and members of his family yesterday observed the Eid-El-Fitr prayer at the presidential quarters in line with the protocol
Gardai break up brawl in Cork city as videos of mass fight on residential street examined
A string of serious public order incidents have plagued the city and suburbs over the weekend
JNU strongly advises students stranded in hostels to return home
This is to underline that the Government of India updates daily about the COVID-19 pandemic situation. At present, the number of cases in Delhi is increasing swiftly day by day, the circular asking students to return home said.
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
BEIJING, May 25 — Beijing has warned the US that it will take “every necessary measure” to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong’s special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law. China plans to impose...
Scotland Govt Demands Boris Open the Borders to 'Enrich Society'
Scotland needs mass, low-skilled immigration to ‘enrich’ society and grow the economy, according to the country’s government.
This Is My Problem With DP Ruto – COTU Boss Atwoli
Central Organization of Trade Union (COTU) boss Francis Atwoli has indicated that he has no personal differences with the Deputy President William Ruto despite being his harsh critic.Speaking at a
DP Ruto Blames Political Enemies Over Poisonous Food Distributed In Kikuyu Branded With His Name
Deputy President William Ruto has denied reports on social media that he distributed harmful relief food to Kikuyu residents last week.Kenyans woke on Monday to reports that several residents of t
Oahu archers want ranges reopened | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
For more than a decade, Clifford Smith practiced archery three to four days a week at the range in Patsy T. Mink Central Oahu Regional Park in Waipio, until the March 21 closure of city parks due to the new coronavirus caused him to set aside his arrows and bows.
Shoppers line up as Ross Dress for Less stores reopens | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
If two months in isolation taught the Lutu family anything, it was this: They needed more forks.
Man arrested in Waianae after punching 70-year-old in shoplifting attempt | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Honolulu police arrested a 38-year-old man after he allegedly shoplifted merchandise from a convenience store in Waianae and punched a 70-year-old man who attempted to stop him.
Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon
A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter....
The Hill's Morning Report - Presented by Facebook - US death toll nears 100,000 as country grapples with reopening
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Juan Williams: Justice Thomas seizes his moment in the Trump era
OPINION: The longest-serving justice on the current Supreme Court is in step with President Trump’s agenda.
Pelosi makes fans as Democrat who gets under Trump's skin
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) has assumed many roles for Democrats in the Trump era, from top campaign strategist and party spokeswoman, to impeachment chief and emblem of women's power.
Kanini Kega accuses Ruto's team of spreading fake impeachment motion
"They should be careful what they wish for"
China says virus pushing US ties to brink of 'Cold War'
China has said that its relations with the United States were "on the brink of a new Cold War," fuelled partly by tensions over the coronavirus pandemic that has killed nearly 350 000 people worldwide and pitched the global economy into a massive downturn.
Hundreds stranded as Anambra, Delta govts shut boundary with iron barriers
This is coming after allegations that all the cases of COVID-19 discovered in Anambra involved persons that sneaked into the state from other areas recently.
Floyd Mayweather appears to flout lockdown guidelines as he's spotted at nightclub
There are growing concerns in Scottsdale, Arizona as legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather was seen flouting coronavirus strict guidelines while attending a nightclu
Law Soc. condemns attack on lawyer at national security law demo as ex-Hong Kong leader offers HK$300k reward | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
The Law Society of Hong Kong has “strongly condemned” an assault on a lawyer at the anti-national security law protest on Sunday, saying that people with opposing political views must not be “silenced” by violence. According to a police post shared on Facebook, a 41-year-old man was beaten by dozens of protesters with umbrellas on […]
'Double standards and hypocrisy': Hong Kong gov't rebukes foreign criticism over national security law plan | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
The Hong Kong government has rebuked concerns from foreign politicians over Beijing’s plan to impose national security laws in the city, calling it “alarmist speculation.” It came after a chorus of international criticism of China’s National People’s Congress decision to draft a law prohibiting secession, sedition and subversion in Hong Kong. The controversial laws may […]
China Says Hong Kong Judiciary to Stay Independent Under New Law
China sought to reassure Hong Kong that its judiciary would remain independent under a new national security law, as concerns grow that the city may lose one of its key selling points for international companies.
Father arrested for defiling own daughters aged 6 and 9 in Ondo
The Ondo State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on Sunday announced that operatives o
One dies, nine injure in Ogun road crashes
One person was confirmed dead while nine others sustained various degrees of injuries in two separate road crashes in Ogun State on Sunday.
Okowa not chairman NEC sub-committee on COVID-19 economic growth – DTSG
Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, has debunked media reports that the governor has been appointed
'Once-in-a-decade-type' storm lashes 1,200 kms of Western Australia's coast
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm today for the second straight day.
Prospects of normalization grim in Libya
Analysts say that Libya is one of the most important crisis to watch for in 2020 because of the involvement of Russia and Turkey. More importantly, the plight of the Libyans after almost 10 years of civil war cannot be ignored. Jens Stoltenberg, head of NATO military alliance recently said in an interview that Turkey […]
Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president
Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs showing the ruling party's candidate on track for victory following last week's poll.
Afghan govt frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for second day
Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival.
Beijing vows to shield firms from US sanctions over Xinjiang
Beijing on Monday vowed to shield a Chinese government institute and eight companies sanctioned by the US over alleged human rights violations in the restive Xinjiang region, where China is accused of mass repression of mostly Muslim minorities.
Sex offenders, bullying and number plates: China's parliament proposals
As delegates gather in Beijing for the annual session of China's rubber-stamp parliament, some of them have put forward proposals for laws relating to a wide range of everyday matters.
Seven expats arrested in Oman for violations
The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has arrested seven expat workers for violating the decisions of the Supreme Committee in charge of dealing with COVID-19
The Abbas Comedy and the Ongoing Palestinian Tragedy
By insincerely again declaring that he is withdrawing from agreements with Israel, the Palestinian Authority leader is helping to perpetuate the conflict.
Profile: Afghan Ambulance Crew Faces COVID-19
Herat's ambulance workers are on the frontlines of the fight against the coronavirus, transporting many infected people to the hospitals in this western province, a hotspot of the epidemic.
Profile: Afghan Ambulance Crew Faces COVID-19
Herat's ambulance workers are on the frontlines of the fight against the coronavirus, transporting many infected people to the hospitals in this western province, a hotspot of the epidemic.
New Zealand PM calm as earthquake strikes during live TV interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview. During the interview with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview.
Russia Demands Apology From Bloomberg Over Report About Putin's Low Trust Rating
Russia has demanded an apology from the Bloomberg news agency over a report it published about President Vladimir Putin's low trust rating among Russians.
Woman is charged with having a stolen 'Elf On The Shelf'
A woman has appeared in court charged with possession of a stolen "Elf On The Shelf".
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody
Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.
The GOP Convention Is Facing a Potential Shakeup
The 2020 Republican National Convention is slated to take place in Charlotte, North Carolina from August 24th to 27th, less than one week after the Democratic National Convention is scheduled to take place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Joe Biden wears face mask in his first public appearance in two months
US president Donald Trump has so far refused to wear a face mask in public.
Police hunting thug after early morning attack in Glasgow city centre at Christmas
POLICE are hunting a thug after an attack in Glasgow just before Christmas. Officers are investigating an assault in the city centre around 3.30am on Friday December 20, 2019. And they have now rel…
Boris Johnson's aide Cummings says he won't quit over lockdown road trip
The government is facing a tide of anger from politicians and the public over the revelation that Dominic Cummings traveled more than 250 miles (400 kilometers) from London to his parents' home in Durham, northeast England at the end of March
Second man with COVID-19 dies in US immigration custody
A Guatemalan man held in United States immigration detention died after contracting the novel coronavirus, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed on Monday. He is the second known migrant to die of COVID-19 while in immigration custody.
Charges laid in pipeline protest outside B.C. Premier John Horgan's home
VICTORIA - The BC Prosecution Service says it has appointed a special prosecutor to oversee charges against three people in relation to allegations of misch
Women protest the opening of Tasmac shops
A group of women staged a protest against the opening of a Tasmac shop in Athipattu in Tiruvallur district on Monday.According to police, the women snatched the umbrellas of the men waiting in queue a
Retired and re-employed, they add to burden on exchequer
Austerity measures fly in the face of several instances of lavish expenditure
‘Original bhai’, friend held for firing countrymade gun in Diva
Accused wanted to establish himself as gangster with murder
As flights resume, more passengers leave than arrive in Mumbai
24 flights depart from city, while 23 land; seven airlines carry 4,852 passengers to and fro; highest passenger load to Delhi
A territorial fight over death of a COVID-19 patient
Nearly 45 days after a senior citizen of Mahe, an enclave of the Puducherry Union Territory in Kerala, died of COVID-19, his death remains out of official records following a territorial fight between
Cancellations add to flyers’ woes at Chennai airport
Chennai airport handled only 19 departures and 17 arrivals on Monday
Anger over 'large, drunk' groups congregating and ignoring social distancing in Ancoats
Photos showed crowds at Cutting Room Square
Police investigation underway after cyclist seriously hurt in Stockport crash
The man was taken to hospital after colliding with a kerb
Woman in coma after being raped and left for dead in pool of blood yards from home
Frankie Harris, 38, of Bushwick, has been charged with attempted murder, rape and sexual abuse in connection to an assault that left a woman needing to be put into a medical coma
Boy slashed to neck and face and stabbed in leg in horror park gang attack
The teenager's mum said she "could have lost him" following the brutal attack, which happened in Liverpool on Friday and saw the victim held down by a group of around eight thugs
Boris Johnson says bad eyesight may be coronavirus symptom in bid to defend Cummings
The Prime Minister spontaneously declared a new symptom at the Downing Street press conference, in order to support his top aide's decision to go for a 30-mile drive to a beauty spot to test his eyesight
Reuters Exclusive: Ukraine's anti-graft bureau probes state tender for medical suits
NABU gave no further details, saying that divulging information could harm its investigation.
Donald Trump threatens to move the GOP convention out of Charlotte due to Covid-19 restrictions
US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to move the Republican convention out of Charlotte in North Carolina if its Democratic Governor did not remove the restrictions on social distancing measures which are in force due to coronavirus pandemic.
Dutch PM Mark Rutte didn't see mother before her death because he followed virus lockdown rules
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was unable to visit his dying mother in her final weeks because he obeyed coronavirus restrictions against visiting care homes, his office said on Monday. Mr Rutte on Monday announced the death of 96-year-old Mieke Rutte-Dilling in a home in The Hague on May 13, nearly
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody
Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.
Larijani Departs From Top Economic Council
Outgoing Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani on Saturday made his last appearance in the meeting of a top-level economic body, which brings together heads of the three branches of government along with
PM and top aide say coronavirus affected their eyesight
The Police Federation of England and Wales took to social media to warn people not to get behind the wheel if their eyesight is impaired.
Liz Peek: Madame Vice President — Biden's latest goof narrows field to these likely contenders
The prospect of possibly becoming the first female president of the United States has attracted a veritable stampede of contenders.
Trump denies interest in moving Republican National Convention to Doral property
President Trump on Monday denied any suggestion that he might want to hold this summer’s Republican National Convention at his resort in Doral, Fla., following his threat to move the convention from North Carolina if that state’s governor can’t guarantee the party will be allowed “full attendance” at the event.
Memorial Day beach crowds lead to mixed messages from officials on coronavirus
Governors and other elected officials are sending out mixed messages this holiday weekend as vacationers descended on beaches in droves despite the country still grappling with the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing
US President Donald Trump on Monday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death toll from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000. “The Fake and Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin!” the golf-loving president said on Twitter, noting that the game at his […]
Birthday parade thrown for baby who lost parents in Texas Walmart shooting
A Texas baby who lost both of his parents in last year’s El Paso Walmart massacre marked his first birthday over the weekend — with his community turning out for a parade in his honor,
Man blames coronavirus ‘stress’ for attacking women with razor: cops
A Georgia man accused of assaulting two women with a razor blamed coronavirus stress to the “unprovoked” attack, police said. Eric Keith Mitchell, 39, of Athens, was arrested late Sunday in the
Sparse crowds on Memorial Day as NYC-area beaches reopen for weekend
Memorial Day was a washout for Big Apple beaches — and it didn’t even rain. The typical massive crowds that flock to local shores never materialized over the holiday weekend, as beaches
Trump wants Republican National Convention to stay in North Carolina
President Trump said Monday that he’d like the Republican National Convention to remain in North Carolina — despite noting headwinds from Democrats who lead state and local governments — and
This is the reason why there was a huge convoy of lorries on the M4 today
There was a convoy of around 90 lorries tooting their horns along the motorway
French nursing homes employees take to streets in protest
Facing anger from healthcare workers, President Emmanuel Macron promised a "massive" investment plan for France's public health sector.
Domestic flights take off amid chaos, confusion
New Delhi: Passengers were seen harried across airports, including the national capital's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), on Monday as many domestic flights were cancelled due to the limit...
Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings say coronavirus affected their eyesight
The Police Federation of England and Wales took to social media to warn people not to get behind the wheel if their eyesight is impaired.
Brawl offenders will be identified using CCTV and social media videos
Positive identifications are expected of the youths involved in a mass brawl in a Cork suburb at the weekend.
Three accused of attack and false imprisonment of man in Co Louth
Men also accused of demanding €50,000 with menaces and of robbing a passport
Country singer Morgan Wallen thanked authorities for ‘doing their job with class’ after he was kicked out of Kid Rock’s bar and arrested in Nashville
Country singer Morgan Wallen was arrested on Saturday night and charged with public intoxication and disorderly conduct after being thrown out of a Nashville bar owned by Kid Rock, as originally reported by local news site WKRN.
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody
An immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency died of COVID-19 complications on Sunday, marking the second death related to the novel coronavirus among people in ICE detainment.
Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention set for August from North Carolina if the event faces state social distancing restrictions due to the coronavirus.
None of my staff has undermined coronavirus messaging: UK PM Johnson
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday he believed that none of his staff had undermined the public health message for how people can help tackle the coronavirus outbreak, adding he regretted the anger over his senior adviser’s movements.
Out of the house: Democrat Biden makes first public appearance in weeks
NEW CASTLE, Delaware (Reuters) - Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veterans memorial to mark the U.S. Memorial Day holiday.
William Small, 'hero to journalism' at CBS, NBC, dies at 93
During a six-decade career, Small supervised, guided and in some cases hired generations of some of the best-known reporters and anchors in television news.
Man completes 100 miles for veterans on Memorial Day in Las Vegas
Peter Makredes overcame extreme exhaustion and very sore feet on Memorial Day in Las Vegas to finish running and walking 100 miles in support of veterans.
String of multimillion shilling defamation awards against publishers worrying
The huge financial awards could potentially limit the ability of the media to exercise their traditional roles as watchdogs.
Iranian IRGC General Announces the End of 'Era of US Presence' in Persian Gulf
The announcement comes as the US ignored Iranian protests against holding live-ammunition drills in the Persian Gulf under the pretext of boosting the security of the...
Irish PM Leo Varadkar Accused of Violating Covid-19 Safety Rules as His Picnic Video Emerges Online
The development comes amid a similar row in neighbouring Britain, where a key adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson violated government lockdown rules by travelling...
Boris Johnson washes his hands over Dominic Cummings scandal
The prime minister backed his chief adviser but admitted he 'regrets the confusion and pain' the scandal has caused.
What is Little Boy Blue about? The true story behind the Stephen Graham drama
Stephen Graham stars in the gripping true crime drama.
Care home sets up drive-through for families to see residents in lockdown
Residents were reunited with family members they had not seen in a while.
NAF trains 129 Special Forces to battle Boko Haram, bandits
Abubakar said this over Eid el-Fitr lunch with troops of the Air Component: “Operation Hadarin Daji,” at the 213 forward operation base in Katsina on Monday.
Head of Service warns against unauthorised circulation of official information
Yemi-Esan, in a statement issued on Monday by Olawunmi Ogunmosunle, Director Information, Office of the HOCSF, warned against such action, saying it could jeopardise authentic information.
Some corps members serving in Ekiti to get certificate after lockdown – Coordinator
The Ekiti State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, Emmanuella Okpongete, made this known on Monday in a statement by the Ekiti NYSC Public Relations Officer, Rose Onoja
Enugu FA shifts burial of ex-chairman
The Enugu FA Secretary, Francis Ugwu, who disclosed this to newsmen in Enugu on Monday, said the shift in date was communicated to the FA by the diseased’s family.
Gov. Oyetola mourns New Telegraph Editor, says death huge blow to journalism
Oyetola, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, on Monday in Osogbo commiserated with Bakare’s family, friends, colleagues, the Journalists’ Hangout family and the management of The New Telegraph Newspapers over the loss.
Direct primaries in Edo, only way to go — APC National VP
Wambai, however, stated that the national headquarters of the party decided a direct primaries for the upcoming election in Edo State because there were factions in the state.
Haiti's Yves Jean-Bart suspended for 90 days by Fifa over sexual abuse claims
Fifa has provisionally suspended Yves Jean-Bart pending an investigation into claims the president of the Haiti Football Federation sexually abused young female footballers at the country’s national training centre
Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots
Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.
'No excuse': Dad caught allegedly speeding on Ontario road with unsecured toddler in car
A father was caught speeding in Caledon, Ont. on Saturday while his young child was left unsecured in a car seat, police say.
UPDATE | Father charged with murder of 4yo girl found dead at Brisbane home
UPDATE @ 6.00AM | The father of a four year old girl who was found dead in her home in Brisbane has been charged with murder. The 43-year-old was taken into custody last night…
Venezuela celebrates docking of tanker with Iran gasoline
The first Iranian ship to arrive is trailed by four other tankers. The shipments, however, only carry enough fuel for two or three weeks, analysts say.
Vladimir Putin's coronavirus support plan goes off the rails
Some doctors have received visits from police investigators and prosecutors demanding to know why they complained publicly about not getting their bonuses.
Man defiles daughters after spiking their drinks - The Nation Nigeria
A 48-year-old man, Femi Onifade, has been arrested in Ondo State for defiling his two daughters aged six and nine. It was gathered that the Deji of Akure,
Three storey building collapses in Lagos, says LASEMA
Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Director-General, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), on Monday confirmed the partial..
INEC to redesign polling units to comply with COVID-19 regulations
Amidst COVID-19, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that Polling Units shall be redesigned by the Commission
Man allegedly abducts, rapes neighbours teenage girl
Operatives of the Lagos Police Command have arrested a 26-year-old man Benjamin Omade for alleged abduction and defilement of a...
Where Rhys Jones' killer and Croxteth Crew are now - from freedom to 'drug boss'
Rhys Jones' killer Sean Mercer was helped in various ways by 10 other people, including his mother, with nine jailed for their involvement in the murder
Assam: Two held for beating vegetable vendor to death
Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has announced a one-time financial relief of Rs 2 lakh for Deka’s family.
Karnataka Covid-19 wrap: Two more deaths in state; Ramangara reports first coronavirus case
Karnataka reported 93 new Covid-19 cases on Monday, bringing the total tally to 2,182, of which 705 have recovered while 17 patients are in the ICU.
Many left in the lurch as 82 flights are cancelled
Flights to and from Mumbai, West Bengal and Telangana were among those cancelled.
Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected
A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.
Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds
A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts of the grounds, police said.
Karnataka COVID-19 Tracker: 69 new cases reported on Monday; state tally climbs to 2,158
Karnataka reported 69 fresh cases of coronavirus on Monday, taking the state tally to 2,158. So far, 680 people have been cured and discharged while 43 succumbed to the virus, informed the state health department. Out of the 69 cases, 51 are returnees from Maharashtra.
Comedian Vir Das shares video of neighbour threatening, sneezing over him allegedly for breaking social distancing
Das said the man in the video does not own his doorstep, sit-out, or his house and he wondered if what the man did would qualify as harassment.
Millions of kids in Australia return to schools as COVID-19 numbers fall
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said on Monday students and teachers had to observe one key message: Stay home if sick.
Chinese, Indian troops engage in border conflicts
2 skirmishes have occurred so far this month as talks break down again
MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
OTTAWA — The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it’s going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
"Idea Of Flying Really Scary": Jitters As Domestic Flights Resume
Domestic flights resumed in the country on Monday even as coronavirus cases surge, while confusion about quarantine rules prompted jitters among passengers and the cancellation of dozens of planes.
"Train Should Reach Station": Sena Leader Taunts Piyush Goyal Over Tweets
In a dig at Railway Minister Piyush Goyal over the diversion of the Vasai Road-Gorakhpur Sharmik Special train via Odisha, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Monday said their only request is that train carrying migrants should reach its destination as announced.
Shiv Sena Slams Maharashtra Governor Over Stand On University Exams
The ruling Shiv Sena in Maharashtra on Monday hit out at Governor BS Koshyari for being in favour of conducting final year university exams in the state, and said health of students cannot be put at risk amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Cullen commission into money laundering in British Columbia resumes today
VANCOUVER — Money laundering in British Columbia will be under scrutiny again this week when a public inquiry resumes today.
'It's awful': Calgary homeless sleeping outdoors over fears of catching COVID-19
CALGARY — Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.
MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
OTTAWA — The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it's going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
Venkaiah Naidu reviews preparedness for holding regular Parliament panel meetings
With air and rail travel starting in a graded manner, Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu reviewed the preparedness of the secretariats of both Houses of Parliament for regular meetings of departmen
Homicide Detectives Search Hamilton Address
Hamilton Police investigating the murder of 40-year-old Sao Young have executed a search warrant at a Casey Avenue address this morning.
Man kidnaps and rapes ex-lover
A Bulawayo man recently broke into his ex-lover's home and kidnapped her before raping her.This was heard by the Bulawayo magistrate Shepherd Mjanja when ...
US aide renews warning on China's proposed law for Hong Kong
A top White House aide renewed a warning on Sunday that the US might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new ...
My Memorial Day wish is someday the Eagles honor the Seawolves...
Nobody seems to remember the Seawolves from the Vietnam War… I’d like to help rectify that omission. In the late ’60’s Philly fans perfected the art of booing the home team.…
Benjamin Spencer becomes the first Black dean of America’s oldest law school
A. Benjamin Spencer has made history by becoming the new dean of the oldest law school in America—The William & Mary Law School.
COVID-19: Iran Reopens Religious Shrines; Kremlin Spokesman Leaves Hospital
Here's a roundup of COVID-19 developments in RFE/RL's broadcast regions.
Ghani responds to Taliban’s gesture of goodwill, vows to release 2000 prisoners
President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani responded to the gesture of goodwill by Taliban group and vowed to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners.
Balbir Singh Sr's wish to see his lost memorabilia remains unfulfilled
Hockey News: For last eight years he left no stones unturned to regain his lost memorabilia, which he had donated way back in 1985 to the Sports Authority of India
Trudeau pushes for sick leave
UPDATE 8:58 a.m. rime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canadians have a responsibility to themselves and to the people around them to follow public health rules to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Burglar unmasked for not wearing mask in Sta. Ana
A MAN who was accosted in Sta. Ana, Manila the other day for not wearing face mask found himself in deeper trouble after the Manila Police District-Station 6 discovered upon verification that he is also a burglar.
P240K mj seized from ‘BoC rep’ in Malate
OPERATIVES from the Manila Police District (MPD) confiscated six blocks of marijuana with a street value of about P240,000, from a man claiming to be a 'customs representative,’ during a buy-bust operation in Malate, Manila yesterday.
Wanted Saudi nat’l barred from leaving
AN overstaying Saudi Arabian national wanted by authorities in his country for fraud and embezzlement was barred by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) from leaving the country.
Isko lauds MTPB for helping deliver food aid
THE Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) headed by Dennis Viaje was commended by Mayor Isko Moreno for helping deliver food aid and rice to the city-based three-wheel public utility drivers numbering at least 17,000.
Scots ex-model set on fire by twisted thug in murder bid urges Parole Board not to release him early
AN ex-model set on fire by a twisted thug who tried to murder her has urged the Scots Parole Board not to grant him early release. Anne Crossan, 51, who was scarred for life in the shocking attack,…
Motherwell trio lost in Arrochar mist as Scots mountain rescue called out for first time in lockdown
A MOTHERWELL trio lost in the mist on Arrochar prompted the first Scots mountain rescue call out in lockdown. Three hillwalkers lost their way as mist descended upon The Cobbler tracks in Arrochar,…
Motherwell trio lost in Arrochar mist fined after Scots mountain rescue called out for first time in lockdown
A MOTHERWELL trio lost in the mist on Arrochar have been fined after it prompted the first Scots mountain rescue call out in lockdown. Three hillwalkers, aged 21,22 and 23, lost their way as mist d…
Flights Cancelled, No Refunds: Chaos At Airports As India Resumes Air Travel
Several passengers complained that they were not given any prior notice and were only informed of cancelled flights when their boarding pass was scanned.
'It's awful': Calgary homeless sleeping outdoors over fears of catching COVID-19
CALGARY - Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19."Worried about catching it? Are you kiddin
Question in Goa Board’s Class X English exam stokes row
The ruling BJP has demanded action in the matter, while the opposition Congress said the question reflects the “reality of the state government”
16 persons in Udupi district test positive for COVID-19
Eight of them are in the age group of 3-11 years
ILO to PM Modi: ‘send clear message’ on changes in labour laws
A group of 10 Central trade unions wrote to ILO, seeking its intervention to protect workers’ rights and international labour standards.
87 COVID-19 patients in Nainital came by same special train, says health department
The passengers came by the special train from Mumbai to Haridwar on May 20 and left in buses for Haldwani in Nainital district
TDP to host Mahanadu virtually on May 27-28
:The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has made arrangements to conduct its annual conclave, Mahanadu, this year on May 27 to 28. For the first time in its history, the TDP is organising the virtual Mahanadu m
Mum's warning as son, 11, suffers massive stroke after playing with friends
Marli Brown, from the East Midlands, complained he had a headache and was feeling sick before he was rushed to Birmingham Children's Hospital with signs of stroke
Liberal senator files defamation suit over Twitter troll account
Victorian senator Sarah Henderson has filed defamation proceedings against a former Geelong councillor who denies any link to an anonymous Twitter account.
Russia’s Pushing a Quack COVID Cure All Over Africa
ABUJA, Nigeria—U.S. President Donald Trump is not the only figure threatening the World Health Organization while endorsing dubious coronavirus treatments. In Africa, news outlets and social media posts notorious for spreading Russian-created disinformation and conspiracy theories are leveling all sorts
Special Prayer Held in Israel for Wellbeing of World Jewry
People from around the world were invited to send their names for prayers.
The five brave Sullivan brothers who died in WWII serving the US Navy
The Irish American Sullivan brothers, all killed aboard the USS Juneau during WWII, became the first multiple-person namesake of a ship in US Naval history.
Johnson supported Cummings ahead of public interest, Nicola Sturgeon says
Scotland’s First Minister accused the PM of risking public confidence in coronavirus guidelines by keeping his adviser in post.
Jubilee purge: Ruto's supporters anxious
Uhuru aims to take effective control of both the party and Parliament.
Rift Valley leaders divided over Uhuru, Ruto war
Jubilee legislators are divided on the authenticity of the winnowing in the party.
Jacinda Ardern calmly continues interview during earthquake in New Zealand
An earthquake that struck near the New Zealand capital city of Wellington while Prime Minister Ja...
International Labour Organisation writes to PM Modi, says India should uphold labour laws
This comes after 10 central trade unions lodged a joint complaint with the international body over some BJP-ruled states allowing complete exemption from labour laws for new establishments to attract investments and most states increasing the work hours from 8 hr to 12 hrs in single shifts.
Migrants walk through 'hell' to reach 'heaven' in Bihar but stare at uncertain future
Hungry and exhausted, these migrant workers are arriving at Sonathu and other villages in Bihar's Aurangabad district from places as far-off as Surat, Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur and Chennai every day, carrying tales of trauma and tribulation.
Incredible moment neighbours heckle 'hypocrite' Dominic Cummings over lockdown trip
Cummings was branded a 'hypocrite' by the crowd of onlookers on his own doorstep
Liberal senator files defamation suit over Twitter troll account
Victorian senator Sarah Henderson has filed defamation proceedings against a former Geelong councillor who denies any link to an anonymous Twitter account.
'It's awful': Calgary homeless sleeping outdoors over fears of catching COVID-19
CALGARY — Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern Keeps Calm As Earthquake Hits While On TV
The New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been going viral (again) - this time after an earthquake struck.
Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong’s special status on law fears
China proposes path to imposing rules used against dissidents on the mainland
Dominic Cummings controversy: The unanswered questions
Despite backing by Boris Johnson, key details about aide’s breaching of lockdown remain murky
Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong's special status on law fears
TAIPEI (Reuters) - China’s planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest.
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
Lorraine Kelly asks if Brits can appeal lockdown fines amid Dominic Cummings scandal
Dominic Cummings broke lockdown rules to drive to his parents' home
Jammu and Kashmir: Two suspected militants killed in encounter at Kulgam district, say police
The identities and group affiliation of those killed are being ascertained, a police official said.
More than 54 Lakh Cases worldwide, 3.45 Lakh Patients Died -
Corona virus continues to wreak havoc worldwide. More than 54 lakh cases of coronavirus have been reported worldwide. At the
SC allows Air India to operate non-scheduled foreign flights with middle seats booking for 10 days
The Supreme Court on Monday, while hearing an urgent plea against Bombay High Court's order to keep middle seats vacant in international flights in compliance with social distancing norms.
Is it because RSS-backed BJP is not in power?: Shiv Sena slams Maharashtra Guv over stand on university exams
The ruling Shiv Sena in Maharashtra on Monday hit out at Governor B S Koshyari for being in favour of conducting final year university exams in the state.
Twitter Aboil as Donald Trump Retweets Post Dubbing Hillary Clinton 'Skank'
A flurry of explosive tweets copied by POTUS dwelled on a number of prominent Democrats, including Stacy Abrams, who once ran for Georgia governor, and Trump’s main...
New Zealand PM unfazed as earthquake hits during interview
Jacinda Ardern impressed viewers when she barely skipped a beat.
Russian Prosecutor Seeks Lengthy Prison Term For American On Spying Charges
Russian prosecutors have asked a Moscow court to find former Marine Paul Whelan guilty of espionage -- a charge Whelan and U.S. officials vehemently deny -- and sentence him to 18 years in prison.
LG Poland thought the V60 was great for upskirt shots in now-deleted video
LG has apologized and pulled a video posted on TikTok by its Polish division, showing an elderly man taking upskirt shots of a woman.
Boris Johnson's decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means 'more people will die' from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers
Professor Stephen Reicher said Boris Johnson had "trashed" his own government's advice on the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.
Bengaluru: Five-year-old boy flies back home alone after 2 months
A 5-year-old boy flew back home to the city alone on Monday after remaining stranded in Delhi for two months.
Snowbirds heading home
Members of the Snowbirds are making their way to Moose Jaw today, where the team is based.
Disinformation and elections
British Columbia's chief electoral officer is recommending the government make several changes to protect the provincial electoral process from foreign interference, misleading advertising and impersonation.
Paul Cairns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’
THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Cairns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…
Paul Kearns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’
THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Kearns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…
Coronavirus lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan
Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.The district magistrates of Hamirpur and Solan issued orders Monday extending the curfew in their areas up to June 30
Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude.Instead of lowering the altitude, the pilot responded by saying that he was satisfied
Chaos at GMR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport as many domestic flights get cancelled
Almost 120 flights were supposed to land or take flight today but only 40 were operated.
Coronavirus | Lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh’s Hamirpur, Solan
Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.
Confusion reigns in Telangana airport as flights get cancelled
Only 40 of the 120 flights that were scheduled to land or take off from the GMR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport were operated.
NCP chief Sharad Pawar meets Maharashtra Governor
Senior NCP leader Praful Patel said, “It was a routine meeting between them. It was not about any particular political issue or topic”.
Violent fight filmed breaking out on plane after ‘one passenger touches another’
The scrap broke out on the Ural Airlines Airbus A320 which had social distancing in place after the plane had flown from the Black Sea resort Sochi to Russian capital Moscow
'Dominic Cummings should be ashamed - I missed my brother's funeral in lockdown'
Diane Nowell, who couldn't visit or comfort her heartbroken parents due to the Government's rules, says the "Dominic Cummingses" of the world "can flout the rules because they make the rules"
Man who couldn't hold wife's hand when she died of coronavirus shares Cummings 'rage'
John Wilson, from Whitchurch, Buckinghamshire, says the UK's coronavirus lockdown prevented him from seeing his wife Pauline in hospital for two weeks before she died
BREAKING Dominic Cummings to make public statement today over coronavirus lockdown trip
The top aide is set to give an unprecedented statement this afternoon and could take questions from the press after he was personally defended by PM Boris Johnson
Gurdwara attacked in UK hate-crime, thousands of pounds worth damage caused
Labour MP Preet Kaur Gill regretted the incident: “Very sad to see an attack on any place of worship. Thoughts are with the Derby sangat who have been providing 500 meals a day from Guru Arjan Dev Gurdwara”.
China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law
China on Monday threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on Hong Kong, that the business hub’s security chief hailed as a new tool that would defeat “terrorism”.
Gurdwara attacked in UK hate crime; damage worth thousands of pounds on premises
Amid demands to arrest accused, who was caught on CCTV, gurdwara management says no one was injured in the incident and the clean-up process has begun
Muirhevnamor residents complain about rubbish lying in estate for 'more than a year' - Talk of the Town
Residents in Muirhevnamor have complained about a quantity of illegally dumped rubbish that has been lying in the estate for more than a year. The rubbish, which has now attracted rates, is located behind houses at Road 2 and Crescent 1 in the estate. One local woman told Talk of the Town that she has...Read More→
Jim O’Neill in talks to help boost Boris Johnson’s ‘levelling-up’ agenda
Former Treasury minister linked with chairing new body to drive economic growth in north of England
Jeffrey Epstein: Up to 130 people claim they could be child of dead financier with £470m fortune
More than 100 people claim they could be the offspring of the deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein, who is thought to have had a personal fortune of around £470 million.A DNA company, which set up a website called epsteinheirs.com, said as many as 130 people had come forward – including a number of Britons
Comedian Vir Das' Neighbour Sneezes On Him During Altercation, Threatens to Slap Him | Watch Viral Video
Explaining what had happened, Das said he was helping his friend, who lives three houses away from him, by providing him dinner during the lockdown when the incident happened.
Protests in Berlin over government's lockdown response
Experts say that the demonstrations come from a variety of different political camps united by a shared distrust in the state
Gavin Williamson backs Dominic Cummings as Black Country Tory MPs keep quiet
Gavin Williamson has defended Dominic Cummings over allegations that he breached Government lockdown rules, insisting that "at no stage" did he break the law.
Police must establish whether Cummings potentially broke law, commissioner says
The acting Durham police, crime and victims commissioner said there was a ‘plethora’ of additional information which deserved examination.
Angry Barnard Castle OAPs say Dominic Cummings must go
Reaction was strong in the County Durham market town where the Downing Street adviser was reported to have visited in April.
GOP candidate Parnell blasts Pa. governor's 'absolutely absurd' benchmark for full reopening
Pennsylvania Republican candidate Sean Parnell called out Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf Monday on "Fox & Friends," arguing it is "absurd" to believe the state cannot reopen fully until a "foolproof" coronavirus vaccine is available to the public.
Trump visits Arlington cemetery, Fort McHenry for Memorial Day as Baltimore mayor criticizes trip
President Trump was marking Memorial Day with appearances at Arlington National Cemetery and Baltimore’s historic Fort McHenry, honoring fallen military members while also sending a clear signal to the country that his agenda will be business-as-almost-usual amid the coronavirus pandemic.
One-year-old baby strangled to death by bedroom blind cord as coroner issues urgent alert saying more will die
A CORONER issued an urgent alert after a one-year-old baby was strangled to death by a bedroom blind cord. Tragic tot Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became entangled in the looped cable.…
12 escape from quarantine in Migori
Escapees had raised complaints about the pathetic state of the centre.
Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president
Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs
NAF trains 94 Special Forces, 35 personnel in RTC Bauchi – Air Chief
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal (AM) Sadique Abubakar said that 94 Special Forces (SF) and 35 personnel had been trained
Pubs take legal action against FBD over Covid insurance
Over 1,000 pubs and bars are affected by a dispute about whether or not their insurance policies with FBD Insurance Plc cover the disruptive impact of Covid-19 on their businesses, the Commercial Court has been told.
Former Green leader Andrew Weaver says he would have called election over LNG approval
Former B.C. Green party leader Andrew Weaver wanted to call an election over the NDP’s support for the LNG Canada/Coastal GasLink project, but was outvoted by his two Green colleagues. In a tweet. . .
Will send to Yogi Adityanath videos of migrants hailing Uddhav Thackeray: Sanjay Raut
Sanjay Raut, whose party heads the coalition government in Maharashtra, said he would send to Adityanath video clips of migrant workers hailing Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.
130 people say they are Jeffrey Epstein’s child to claim cut of his estate
A Florida-based legal service looking for potential heirs of the perverted moneyman told The Sun it has been contacted by at least 386 people.
Boris Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims
Cummings has been a highly divisive figure in British politics since masterminding the successful 2016 Brexit campaign alongside Johnson.
AP CM YS Jagan directs officials to help Elephantiasis disease victims in East Godavari
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Monday called on officials at the CM's camp office to discuss the situation where Elephantiasis disease in the East Godavari district.
Warangal deaths: All nine victims sedated before thrown into well
All the nine people were found to be sedated and later thrown into an open well in Warangal district.
Boris Johnson’s decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means ‘more people will die’ from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers
A scientist who advises the UK government on the coronavirus says Boris Johnson’s support for an aide who breached lockdown rules has undermined efforts to fight the pandemic and warned that “more people are going to die” as a result.
Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism
HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.
In Philippine slums, heat, hunger take a toll under lockdown
MANILA (Reuters) - One by one, Michelle Asinto’s six children take the plate of rice doused in soy sauce and eat their share before passing it on.
Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank
RAMALLAH, West Bank (Reuters) - Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen on Tuesday in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said on Monday.
France to clamp down on illegal motorbike 'rodeo' rides
PARIS (Reuters) - The French government is to step up plans to clamp down on illegal motorbike “rodeo” rides, which often spark conflict between youths and the police in poor areas, it said on Monday.
Exclusive: Ukraine's anti-graft bureau probes state tender for medical suits
KIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian anti-corruption officials are investigating a tender for 71,000 hospital protective suits during the coronavirus pandemic after the government for the first time bypassed its own procurement rules in the health sector.
Electronic voting in some Russian regions on extending Putin's term: election chief
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Remote electronic voting on constitutional changes that could greatly extend Russian President Vladimir Putin’s rule will be used in three or four regions but not rolled out nationwide, the Central Election Commission chief said in an interview.
Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months
For the first time in more than two months, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made an in-person appearance for Memorial Day.
Exclusive: Ukraine’s anti-graft bureau probes state tender for medical suits
Kiev– Ukrainian anti-corruption officials are investigating a tender for 71,000 hospital protective suits during the coronavirus pandemic after the government for the first time bypassed its own procurement rules in the health sector.
Did your father give you a job?: JD(U) MLA’s reply to a migrant worker’s query on employment
Randhir Kumar Soni defended himself saying that his remarks were directed at an individual he had known for a long time.
AIIMS Sanitation Supervisor Died due to Coronavirus, Posted in OPD -
A sanitation supervisor of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) died due to corona virus, he was 58 years
Japanese PM Shinzo Abe lifts nationwide coronavirus lockdown
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted the state of emergency imposed to combat the coronavirus in Tokyo and remaining four other areas, thus ending nationwide restrictions.
Pinkerton: Stand with the Chinese People Against Their Communist Regime
It is a Chinese Communist Party ploy to conflate the communists with the Chinese people, and the U.S. must seek to widen the divide between the two.
McSally: China Is Taking 'First Step of Taking Hong Kong Back Over'
On Monday's broadcast of the Fox News Channel's "Fox & Friends," Sen. Martha McSally (R-AZ) stated that China is taking a "reckless" "first step of | Clips
VIDEO: Retail Merchants of Hawaii’s Tina Yamaki and business owner Victor Lim join the COVID-19 Care Conversation | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Tina Yamaki, president of the Retail Merchants of Hawaii, was today’s guest on the COVID-19 Care Conversation. She was joined by Victor Lim, McDonald’s franchise owner and former chair of Hawaii Restaurant Association.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
Common sense urged after sunseekers flock to beaches and parks
People made the most of the bank holiday weather following the relaxation of lockdown restrictions in England.
States plead for cybersecurity funds as hacking threat surges
Cash-short state and local governments are pleading with Congress to send them funds to shore up their cybersecurity as hackers look to exploit the crisis by targeting overwhelmed government offices.
Missouri officials slam 'irresponsible and dangerous' behavior seen in images of Memorial Day crowds
Missouri officials on Monday slammed the “irresponsible and dangerous” behavior of people who crowded pools and patios at the Lake of the Ozarks over Memorial Day weekend.
Teachers need more time to prepare - Sadtu KZN on return of staff to schools
The South African Democratic Teachers Union in KwaZulu-Natal says the extension for school staff to return to schools under Level 3 lockdown is not enough to prepare for the return of pupils.
El-Rufai blows hot, says parents who enroll children into Almajiri system will be jailed
Kaduna state governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, on May 25, sent a warning message to parents who enroll their children into the Almajiri system in the state.
COVID-19: House of Reps calls for schools to be fumigated before resumption
The House of Representatives has said all schools in Nigeria whether public or private are fumigated before they are reopened due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Gathering limits make 'great time to be building a pipeline': Alberta minister
Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.
[UPDATED] COVID-19: INEC to pilot e-Voting in 2021, seeks cancellation of Bye-Elections
In the wake of lifestyle changes occasioned by the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC
Wike, Rivers liable for infecting my manager with Covid-19 – Owner of demolished hotel
Following the confirmation by the Rivers state government, that the manager of the demolished Nyesome Wike
Coronavirus: What did Dominic Cummings do during lockdown?
Boris Johnson's chief aide has not been out of the headlines this Bank Holiday weekend; here's everything you need to know.
CSP officer among three shot dead in North Waziristan
Jirga elders demand govt to control violence after recent spate of killings, warn of protests.
Trump: 'I have a chance to break the deep state'
President Trump predicted he would come out victorious in his war against the "deep state."
Republican says Flynn judge may have ‘conflict of interest’ after hiring personal attorney
A Republican congressman said he found it peculiar that the judge overseeing Michael Flynn’s case hired a prominent lawyer as an appeals court reviews his decision not to dismiss the case against President Trump’s former national security adviser immediately.
J&K Residents Lodged In Jails Outside State Dial Families On Eid: Centre
Eid for 122 prisoners lodged outside Jammu and Kashmir was not a lonely one as on the initiative of the Home Ministry, each of them managed to speak to their families back home and exchange greetings.
Manipur Hit By 2 Earthquakes, No Casualty Reported
Two back to back earthquakes strike Manipur on Monday evening, according to the National Centre for Seismology.
'No excuse': Dad caught allegedly speeding on Ontario road with unsecured toddler in car
A father was caught speeding in Caledon, Ont. on Saturday while his young child was left unsecured in a car seat, police say.
Gathering limits make it a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister
EDMONTON — Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.
Council of the Federation: COVID-19 prompts Quebec to put off premiers' meeting
Quebec is postponing the Council of the Federation meeting it was set to host this summer because of COVID-19.
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
As US edges toward reopening, a mixed picture takes shape
As US edges toward reopening, a mixed picture takes shape
Cyber attacks against Israeli attempts to produce COVID-19 vaccine - Defense/Security
Cyber attacks on Israeli institutions working on coronavirus treatments and vaccines,with intent to sabotage efforts to fight the disease.
Yamina pushes bill to prevent investigation against PM - Inside Israel
Yamina faction places 'French Law' before Knesset to prevent investigations against incumbent PM for 'non-serious' offences.
Amnesty International, others ask Akwa Ibom govt, SSS to release detained journalist
The rights group, Amnesty International, and other groups have called on Nigeria’s secret police, the SSS, to release a sports journalist, Kufre Carter
Madagascar to send troops to town where two died of coronavirus
Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.
UK PM Boris Johnson defiant as scandal rages over aide accused of breaking coronavirus rules
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday failed to draw a line under a scandal over his top aide Dominic Cummings allegedly breaching ...
German government, regions tussle over reopening from COVID-19 lockdowns
BERLIN: Germany's central and regional governments were at odds on Monday (May 25) over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with ...
Kazakh COVID-19 Cemetery Has More Graves Than Reported Coronavirus Victims
A cemetery said to be only for coronavirus victims in the southwestern Kazakh city of Almaty and the surrounding region appears to hold many more bodies than the area's number of reported COVID-19 deaths.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
Man, 43, charged with murder after body found in Plymouth
It follows the death of a 49-year-old man in Beaumont Road on Friday
Victim of Mt. Pleasant boat explosion hospitalized, being treated for burns
One of the three victims of a boat explosion and fire at a Mt. Pleasant marina is being treated for burns at a Georgia hospital, the boat owner said Monday.
Pub owners take FBD Insurance to court over Covid-19 disruption cover
Pub owners claim they are entitled to have consequential losses covered by what they say is an insurable risk.
Lawmakers raise concerns over ‘distress withdrawal’ of EPFO funds
Most Opposition parties believe the withdrawals, about 10 times that in a similar time frame before lockdown, shows distress.Parties believe the matter of EPF withdrawals should be discussed when the standing committee meets
B.C. government says sorry as camping reservation system overwhelmed
VICTORIA - The government website for British Columbia residents booking provincial campsites was overwhelmed on Monday, prompting an apology from the Minis
Gathering limits make it a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister
EDMONTON - Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.Sonya Savage m
Grieving man who couldn't hold dying wife's hand calls on Boris Johnson to resign
EXCLUSIVE: John Wilson, 70, was forced to stay at home while Pauline, his wife of 48 years, died in hospital after contracting Covid-19. He says the Prime Minister must now quit
Clues that finally snared Rhys Jones’ killers after painstaking fight for justice
The tragic death of Rhys Jones is the focus of ITV's Little Boy Blue, telling how the 11-year-old football lover was gunned down as on he walked home from football practise
UK accused of 'threatening' EU with Royal Navy over Brexit fishing rights row
EXCLUSIVE: Defence Minister James Heappey said three offshore patrol vessels and other "high readiness forces" could be deployed
Lyon take Ligue 1 appeal to Council of State
Lyon will challenge the decision to end the Ligue 1 season early because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
Common sense urged after sunseekers flock to beaches and parks
People made the most of the bank holiday weather following the relaxation of lockdown restrictions in England.
Boris Johnson defends UK adviser accused of violating quarantine while showing coronavirus symptoms
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, who said in a statement Monday that he did not regret driving 260 miles from London during the country’s coronavirus lockdown.
Twisted son who raped his own mother while high on drugs jailed for 17 years
A SADISTIC son who savagely raped his own mum while high on meth has been caged for 17 years in Australia. Slamming the twisted pervert as being the “utmost evil”, the horrified judge t…
Emmerdale viewers think paedo Maya Stepney is set for sensational return after Leanna mentions the disgraced teacher
EMMERDALE viewers claim paedophile teacher Maya Stepney will soon return to the village after she was mentioned in tonight’s episode. Leanna Cavanagh namechecked Maya as she tore into her dad…
Nairobi church faces eviction from public land
The land will be restored to community utilisation.
85-year-old ex-IBC Director-General stabs wife to death
A former Director-General of the Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), Mr Theophilus Okere, allegedly stabbed his wife to death early on Monday at Imerinwe community in the Ngor-Okpala Local Government Area of Imo.
Pentagon presses on with campaign to overturn FCC’s Ligado order
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration formally petitioned the FCC to reverse its decision to grant a spectrum license to Ligado.
Dramatic video shows motorcycle passenger shooting teenager in the Bronx
Video released by the NYPD Monday shows a gunman on the back of a motorcycle pull out a gun and fire several rounds at a teenager in the Bronx, striking him twice in the leg, according to police. The
NYC woman sues Harlem nursing home after dad dies from coronavirus
A Manhattan woman says her dad died from coronavirus in a Harlem nursing home because it failed to implement basic health guidelines including not stopping loved ones from visiting the facility until
Jakarta doctors share their experiences spending Ramadan, Idul Fitri away from families
"I haven't seen my parents for almost three months," Lia, a doctor who works at a community health center (Puskesmas) in Duren Sawit district, said.
UK offer of ‘rubber check’ for Hongkongers brazen interference in China’s internal affairs: observers
Some UK politicians’ promise to expand the “right of abode” to tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents was dubbed void promises and brazen interference in China’s internal affairs by Chinese mainland experts and Hong Kong residents interviewed by the Global Times on Monday.
How diplomats work hard to defend China’s interests, promote cooperation amid pandemic
Chinese diplomats engaged in heated discussions over the images of Chinese diplomats labeled by Western media outlets as
Chinese Embassy condemns murder of three Chinese in Zambia as ‘appalling and vicious’
The Chinese Ambassador to Zambia made solemn representations to the Zambian foreign ministry on Monday after three Chinese nationals were murdered in the capital Lusaka.
Venezuela celebrates docking of tanker with Iran gasoline
The first Iranian ship to arrive is trailed by four other tankers. The shipments, however, only carry enough fuel for two or three weeks, analysts say.
Quebec coroner recommends more training for police dealing with domestic violence
MONTREAL — A coroner is recommending more training for police officers after investigating the murder of a Quebec woman killed by her ex-boyfriend when she returned home to retrieve her belongings.
Trump bars travellers from Brazil
President Donald Trump on Sunday further limited travel from the world's coronavirus hotspots by denying entry to foreigners coming from Brazil, which is second to the US in the number of
Visakhapatnam: Violators of Covid norms, traffic rules get their vehicles back
The lockdown has come as a blessing in disguise for the cash-strapped State as the number of vehicles seized during this period brought sizeable inflow into its exchequer.
Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots
Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.
Toyota, Nissan and Honda gear up for Mexico reboot after COVID-19 lockdowns
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Japanese automakers Toyota, Nissan and Honda said they are gradually restarting in Mexico as the nation’s automotive industry reboots in line with a broader economic reopening, despite still-high numbers of new coronavirus cases.
Syria eases coronavirus curbs, new cases jump after expats return
DAMASCUS (Reuters) - Syria said on Monday it would lift an overnight curfew starting Tuesday and allow movement between governorates, easing coronavirus lockdown measures even as the health ministry reported the largest single-day increase in cases.
Video shows racially-charged rant, 911 call over man allegedly asking woman to leash dog in NY park
The video shows the woman claim the man is threatening her life, though he's not heard uttering any threats in the video.
Video shows racially-charged rant, 911 call over man allegedly asking woman to leash dog in NY park
The video shows the woman claim the man is threatening her life, though he's not heard uttering any threats in the video.
Trump warns he may move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions
U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention set for August from North Carolina if the event faces state social distancing restrictions due to the coronavirus. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced Trump and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden to halt campaign rallies. Some…
Americans make low-key Memorial Day tributes, coronavirus overshadowing events
Americans paid a low-key tribute to those who died serving in the U.S. Armed Forces on Monday, with many Memorial Day events canceled because of the coronavirus epidemic that has killed nearly 100,000 people in the United States alone. In some places, scaled-down ceremonies were broadcast over the internet, as…
Father killed, son injured in Bandipora road accident
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2 earthquakes hit Manipur back to back, tremors felt in Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland
Two earthquakes one with a magnitude of 5.5 on the Richter scale and the other with a magnitude of 2.6 occurred in Manipur on Monday evening. Tremors of the earthquakes were felt in the entire northeast region.
Dominic Cummings: UK PM's top aide who flouted virus lockdown rules
Dominic Cummings became British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's trusted lieutenant after helping him score stunning ballot box successes.But his tactics and abrasive personality made enemies across the political spectrum.
Trump defends golf outings as US coronavirus death toll nears 100,000
President Trump vented over being criticized for playing golf over Memorial Day weekend as the coronavirus death toll nears 100,000 in the United States.
Protesters hang effigy of Kentucky governor near state Capitol
Protesters frustrated by Kentucky's response to the coronavirus hung an effigy of Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear on a tree in front of the governor's mansion in Frankfort.
UK PM struggles to shift attention from coronavirus infected aide's trip
Johnson said Cummings “followed the instincts of every father and every parent,” traveling so that extended family could care for his 4-year-old son if he and his wife both fell ill.
Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Critics worry that the new laws could hurt Hong Kong's independence and the city's position as a financial center.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The aching ordeal of a mothers’ stay in prison after a flawed trial
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A mother of seven who was arrested in Kampala, charged and erroneously imprisoned has finally reunited with her children after more than a month since the incident. Lillian Achiro, 41 was vending oranges, tangerine and lemons when she was arrested by the police for defying presidential directives on the …
Prosecution yet to compile evidence against Sakwa
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The prosecution is yet to compile evidence against the interdicted Jinja Resident District Commissioner Erick Sakwa. Sakwa alongside Bumali Bazimbyewa and Mohammed Simba were last month charged with three counts of manslaughter, theft and malicious damage. They were later remanded to Kirinya prisons however, Sakwa was released five days …
'Appalling' and 'unprovoked' attack at hotel car park
One victim suffered a broken jaw and lacerations to his eyelid in the attack
ROP shuts down store for violating Supreme Committee's decisions
The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has closed one of stores in South Al Sharqiyah Governorate
Seven citizens arrested in South Al Sharqiyah Governorate
Seven citizens were arrested in South Al Sharqiyah Governorate for violating the decisions of the Supreme Committee in charge to deal with COVID-19
Morgan Wallen Posts An Apology After Getting Arrested For Disorderly Conduct
Whiskey Glasses singer Morgan Wallen conveyed his apology yesterday on social media after he was arrested from Kid Rock’s bar in downtown Nashville.Morgan Wallen was booked on the charges of dis
Two workers of Toronto Loblaws test positive for COVID-19, now isolating at home
TORONTO — Two workers at a Loblaws grocery store at the old Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto have tested positive for COVID-19. Loblaw says it closed the store briefly to allow for additional cleaning and has since reopened.
Police Look To Identify Driver
Police investigating the recent homicide in Otaki are looking to speak with a man who gave a ride to a hitch-hiker on Saturday 16 May 2020.
Will the tax exemption for butter imports be cancelled? - Inside Israel
Finance Min. Yisrael Katz approves continued butter imports, as Agriculture Min. Alon Schuster pushes to cancel import tax exemption.
Gordon Ramsay causes controversy in Cornwall yet again with all-day beach trip on Bank Holiday
From the afternoon until sunset, Gordon and his family made the most of their time on the golden shores over the weekend.
Reward for information about attempt to break into vehicles at Perth repair shop
Elder and Paton High Quality Auto Body Repairs shop on Perth’s Arran Road was targeted in the early hours of May 22.
Scots teenager found safe and well after vanishing during lockdown
Naomi Leigh Addison disappeared after leaving an address in Denny in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Burundi’s ruling party candidate wins presidential election with 68 percent of the vote
Burundi's ruling party candidate Evariste Ndayishimiye was on Monday declared the winner of the country's presidential election, which the opposition has said was flawed.
Afghanistan frees first group of Taliban prisoners in response to ceasefire
Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival.
SIA investigating after pilot who flew into Bangladesh airspace couldn't give clearance number
SINGAPORE: Singapore Airlines (SIA) is investigating an incident where a pilot who flew into Bangladesh airspace was unable to provide a clearance ...
Current Time Report Sparks Investigation At Makeshift Hospital In Moscow Region
Prosecutors in Moscow say they have started an investigation after Current Time reported alleged shortages of medicines and labor violations at a makeshift hospital for coronavirus patients set up by a well-known Azerbaijani-Russian businessman Araz Agalarov.
Green Party leader not ruling out tanaiste role in next government
Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has said he has not ruled out becoming tanaiste in a coalition government with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael.
Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity
President Trump is demanding that North Carolina’s governor sign off on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward with full attendance despite the ongoing pandemic.
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic
With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on the streets, making them easy targets for thieves.
Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy allocates Rs 100 crore for lawyers’ welfare
Chief Minister has said that medical teams should be sent to the affected areas and a plan should be prepared as to how to eradicate the disease from the district.
Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest
Critics worry that the new laws could hurt Hong Kong's independence and the city's position as a financial center.
Man who stole laptop from ambulance in Dublin is jailed for three years
Alex Harris has 63 previous convictions and was on bail for a previous burglary.
Aberdeen suspect charged for allegedly taking poo in public garden in front of five-year-old girl
A MAN has been charged over allegedly taking a poo in a public garden in front of a five-year-old girl. Cops confirmed that a 45-year-old had been nicked in connection with the alleged incident in …
IAF's 18 Squadron with LCA Tejas to be operational on May 27 at Sulur
The 18 Squadron was formed on April 15, 1965 with the motto 'Teevra aur Nirbhaya' meaning 'Swift and Fearless'.Tejas is an indigenous fourth-generation tailless compound delta wing aircraft
Two more covid-19 deaths in Karnataka, virus spreads to 29 out of 30 districts
Karnataka confirms 93 cases on Monday that takes the total number of active cases to 1,431
Maharashtra's Covid-19 count crosses 52,000-mark, death toll reaches 1,695
As many as 1,186 patients got discharged after recovering from the highly contagious disease today, taking the total number of recovered patients in the state to 15,786.On Sunday, the state recorded the biggest jump in the number of new cases in a single day with 3,041 new coronavirus patients
Five-year-old boy flies back home alone from Delhi as domestic flights resume
The BIAL said it has registered 43 departures and 31 arrivals on Monday as the domestic flight services resumed.The boy was among those who arrived from Delhi as domestic air services resumed after two months of covid-19 lockdown
Coronavirus lockdown | Congress online move for direct cash transfer to non-I-T payees
Party expects at least 50 lakh of its workers, office-bearers and sympathisers to participate in Thursday event
Uthra’s house witnesses dramatic scenes
Sooraj is brought to victim’s house for evidence collection
Who is Dominic Cummings? Profile of PM's aide as he makes coronavirus statement
From Education to the Vote Leave campaign to 10 Downing Street, Dominic Cummings has spent more than a decade leaving a trail of controversy where he goes
Tortoise falls from high-rise balcony and injures seven-year-old girl
The seven-year-old's mum says she is lucky to be alive after the tortoise, weighing around a kilogram, plummeted from a high-rise block of flats as she played in the street in southern China
Mum's fury at Dominic Cummings after daughter had to give cancer news on FaceTime
Christina, from Pontefract, West Yorkshire, says her daughter chose not to deliver the devastating cancer diagnosis in person due to the Government's coronavirus plea for Britons to avoid contact with others
'Kind of terrible': Lance Armstrong says stepfather used to beat him in new ESPN doco
In part one of the new ESPN series LANCE, Terry Armstrong says he treated the disgraced cyclist 'like an animal' before his rise to fame.
Public sector wage battle looms for the Berejiklian government
The Berejiklian government will face a revolt from the Opposition, Greens and the crossbench in the upper house if it attempts to freeze public sector wages.
Trump threatens to move Republican National Convention out of North Carolina unless ‘full attendance’ allowed
Trump’s tweets about the RNC, planned for Charlotte, come just two days after North Carolina recorded its largest daily increase in positive coronavirus cases yet
Burundi’s ruling party candidate wins presidential election
The announcement by the electoral commission comes after accusations of rigging by the leading opposition challenger
Russian mercenaries evacuate from western Libya after Haftar losses
UN-recognized government forces have, with Turkish help, made sudden strides in recent weeks, seizing a string of towns, capturing the strategically important airbase, and destroying several Russian-made air defense systems.
'What planet are they on?' - UK newspaper reaction to Johnson backing Cummings
British newspapers were united in their condemnation of Boris Johnson's decision to back Dominic Cummings after calls for his top aide to be sacked over
President told to ‘just stop’ offensive tweets by own side after lashing out with insults and conspiracy theories as US death toll heads toward 100,000
Donald Trump spent the weekend ahead of Memorial Day playing golf and pushing conspiracy theories on Twitter, insulting his political enemies like Joe Biden, Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Nancy Pelosi and Stacey Abrams and insinuating that MSNBC host Joe Scarborough is guilty of murder.His tweet storm
Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest
Critics worry that the new laws could hurt Hong Kong's independence and the city's position as a financial center.
Himachal Pradesh Extends Lockdown Till June 30 as COVID-19 Cases Cross 214-mark With 5 Deaths in The State
Authorities in the state extended the lockdown till June 30 in Solan and Hamirpur districts as these two places are the new epicentres of coronavirus in the state.
Black Country bishops condemn Government 'betrayal' of public
The Bishop of Wolverhampton has described Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings as a "betrayal" of those who have obeyed the strict lockdown laws during the coronavirus pandemic.
Man stabbed then arrested as police find Black Country cannabis farm
A cannabis factory was discovered in the Black Country after a suspected drugs farmer was stabbed.
Durham Police examine more Dominic Cummings complaints
The force said they received further information from the public on Monday.
President Trump threatens to pull RNC from NC, says Gov. Roy Cooper 'in shutdown mood'
President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to pull the RNC from Charlotte, North Carolina if Governor Roy Cooper doesn't guarantee that full attendance will be allowed at the arena.
Elizabeth Warren, after swearing off top-dollar fundraisers, to hold one for Biden
Sen. Elizabeth Warren – who during her White House bid repeatedly forswore top-dollar fundraisers with wealthy donors – will host such a gathering for presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden next month.
Idiot poses INCHES from death as he walks around edge of unstable 400ft cliff
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Meet Burundi's new president
Last week's election marked the end of Mr Nkurunziza's 15-year-long rule.
Nyamira mob attack, injure woman over husband’s death
The body of Jackson Ong’era, 62, was discovered in River Kuja on Sunday.
Rivers has infected my manager with COVID-19, says owner of demolished hotel
The Rivers government says the manager of Prodest Hotel, one of the two hotels demolished for flouting lockdown in the state, has tested positive for COVID-19
Wike donates N450m to victims of violence in Rivers guber election
Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers state, has donated N450 million to victims of violence in the 2019 governorship election in the state. The violence, which led to the loss of
Do not take bookings for middle seat after June 6, Supreme Court tells Air India
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed Air India to continue operating its non-scheduled flights with their middle seats filled till June 6.
Direct Primary in Edo is the way to go — Wambai
Suleiman Wambai, North-Central National Vice-President (VP) of All Progressives Congress (APC), says direct primary election in Edo
COVID 19: Umahi bemoans astronomical rise of cases in Ebonyi
Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has bemoaned the astronomical rise of COVID-19 cases in the state, describing it as ‘shocking and disturbing’.
Eight foreign sailors freed after Benin kidnapping
Eight foreign crew members kidnapped from a Singapore-owned container ship off Benin's coast in April have been freed and are undergoing medical checks
Covid-19 deaths rise to 514 in Northern Ireland
The number of people who have died after testing positive for coronavirus in Northern Ireland has risen to 514 after eight more deaths were reported by the Department of Health.
Republicans sue to block California from voting by mail in November
May 25 (UPI) -- Several Republican groups have filed a lawsuit against California Gov. Gavin Newsom's executive order to allow Californians to vote by mail in the November presidential election due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Americans spend holiday at beaches and parks as virus death toll nears 100,000
(Reuters) - Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, even as the U.S. death toll from COVID-19 fast approaches 100,000.
Hong Kong security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as Taiwan promises assistance to people
Hong Kong's security and police chiefs said "terrorism" was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing's plans to introduce national security laws after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move. The security legislation, which could see Chinese intelligence agencies set up bases…
Family Poisoned by Fake Ruto Donation
A family was treated after they were poisoned by donations branded William Ruto Foundation...
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Despite public health crisis, it is courts’ duty to protect rights of citizens: Justice Chandrachud
The Supreme Court judge also said an open-court hearing is the ‘spine’ of the justice system, and cannot be substituted by virtual courts.
Jharkhand board exam evaluation process to begin from May 28; result to be announced in June
NDTV reports that the JAC will begin the evaluation process on Thursday and the result is expected to be announced by June end.
Geography Issues: Woman Who Breaks Lockdown Travelling to Welsh Beach Thinks Wales is in England
Despite the UK government advising to ease the pandemic restrictions, Wales is still urging people to stay at home. England, however, has started lifting the quarantine...
Domestic flights cancelled status: Around 80 flights in Delhi, nine in Bengaluru cancelled on Day 1
Domestic flights news: A Mumbai-Delhi flight was also cancelled, passengers said that the flight was cancelled without any prior notice
Maharashtra: War of words between Uddhav Thackeray govt and Railway Minister over ‘Shramik Special’ trains
The political slugfest over Shramik Special trains refuses to die down between Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Railway Minister Piyush Goyal over the issue on Sunday, with the Shiv Sena chief accusing the Railways of not providing enough trains to the state despite demand.
Husband of train worker, 47, who died from coronavirus after being spat on by thug says his family's lives have been destroyed as he slams her bosses over lack of PPE
Lusamba Katalay revealed how losing Belly Mujinga has destroyed his world and that of his 11-year-old daughter after she died at Barnet Hospital.
Jammu Lawyer Confirmed Covid-19 Positive After Death, J&K Toll 22
The death toll due to the novel coronavirus in J&K has gone up to 22 after a sexagenarian lawyer died at a hospital in Jammu, officials said on Monday
‘Turn back this wave of hate’: 100 writers call for an end to anti-Asian hostility
Reports of hate crimes and violence against the Asian and Asian American community have surged since early in the pandemic
China media seize on video of Hong Kong protesters beating lawyer
Video shot on Sunday shows a man with blood on his face scrambling to escape some half a dozen protesters who were kicking and hitting him with umbrellas
Suriname votes with convicted-killer president's future at stake
(UPDATED) With a partial lockdown in effect due to the coronavirus, Suriname's 380,000 eligible voters will head to the polls to elect the 51 members of the National Assembly, which will then elect its president
Top Lashkar-e-Tayiba terrorist killed in J&K
The encounter broke out between the terrorists and a joint team of the 34 Rashtriya Rifles and the CRPF. Prior to the encounter, the security forces along with the local police cordoned off the area and evacuated civilians at the Mirwani village.
Mad man burnt to death for killing 5 kids of same parents in Ogun
A mad man identified as Oladele Adeolalunatic has been lynched and burnt to death at Asa Village in Ojaodan, Ogun state for killing 5 children of same parents. The 35-year-old mentally deranged man was lynched on
Rivers Govt to EFCC: stop media trial - The Nation Nigeria
The Rivers State Government has again joined issues with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which it accused of engaging ...
Patients decry shabby treatment at Niger Centre - The Nation Nigeria
COVID-19 patients being discharged from the Minna Isolation centre, has disclosed that they were not adequately treated and tested ..
White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil
Trump had already banned certain travelers from China, Europe, the United Kingdom and Ireland and, to a lesser extent, Iran.
Justice Chandrachud: ‘Irrespective of curbs, courts’ duty to protect rights of citizens’
It is the duty of courts to ensure accountability and protect rights of citizens, Supreme Court judge Justice D Y Chandrachud said.
Over 21,000 requests pending after Karnataka bars entry from three states
Out of the total 1.26 lakh approval requests from different states all over the country since May 1, a total of 95,261 were granted till May 18 — Maharashtra (67,518), Gujarat (2,175) and Tamil Nadu (27,743).
Gorakhpur teacher suspended over ‘pro-Pak lines’ during online class
Shadab Khanam was trying to explain nouns to students of Class IV when she posted the alleged “pro-Pak” sentences on a WhatsApp group.
Court grants activists bail saying they were only protesting, police arrest them again
The respite, though, was short lived as a Special Investigation Team of the Crime Branch arrested them under charges of murder, attempt to murder, rioting and criminal conspiracy, and sought their police custody for 14 days. The court eventually remanded them in two-day police custody.
China media seize on video of HK protesters beating lawyer
HONG KONG, May 25 — Video of Hong Kong protesters beating a lawyer was seized on by China's state media today, becoming a propaganda blow for the city's pro-democracy movement. The assault took place yesterday during a rally against a controversial security law proposed by Beijing that was broken...
Pelosi on Mail-In Ballot Push: ‘We’re Now calling It Voting at Home’
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) on Wednesday evening signaled that Democrats are going to push for more expanded mail-in voting by referring to it now as “voting at home.” |
CNN’s Brownstein: Biden Leading with Older Voters After Republicans Suggested Seniors ‘Had Duty to Die’
CNN political analyst Ron Brownstein on Sunday pointed out that former Vice President Joe Biden has opened up a considerable lead among seniors after Republicans suggested during the coronavirus pandemic that older voters “had a duty to die” for Wall Street and the economy. | 2020 Election
Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wa Warns Of Poisonous, Fake DP Ruto Donations After Family Was Taken Ill
Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung'wa has asked constituents to be wary of fake, poisonous donations.In a Facebook post, the legislator warned that a family in Gikambura area was treated at a local hospital
Amotekun nabs four suspected burglars in Osun
Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo Four suspected burglars were, on Sunday, arrested by men of the Amotekun Corps in Ila Odo, Odo Otin Local Government Area of Osun State. The leader of the gang, Sola Taiwo,...
South-West states work out plan on Amotekun collaboration
Abiodun Nejo, Ado Ekiti The attorneys general of the six states of the South-West have begun moves to strengthen collaboration among the Amotekun security networks in the states in the zone. Ekit...
China's aggressive push for Hong Kong national security laws could lead to US sanctions, White House says
White House national security adviser Robert O'Brien said on Sunday that China's aggressive move to force national security laws on Hong Kong may result in US sanctions.
Magu urges Nigerians in diaspora to pressure UK to release Diezani for trial
The acting chairman of the EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, has urged Nigerians in the diaspora to pressure the UK government to release Diezani Allison-Madueke for trial.
‘Get out of here’: Girl, 10, scares off would-be burglar from Calif. home
The girl's father says the suspect attempted to steal a golf cart from the home.
Two militants killed in encounter with security forces in south Kashmir
Srinagar: Two militants were killed in an encounter which ensued when security forces launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in south Kashmir district of Kulgam on Monday. Official...
Wife, children kill Ludhiana man after he attempts to rape stepdaughter, booked for murder
A woman in Ludhiana killed her husband with help from her children after he re-attempted to rape his 15-year-old stepdaughter.
5-year-old boy travels alone from Delhi to Bengaluru as flight operations begin, meets mother after 3 months
Vihaan Sharma, 5, who was stuck in Delhi following the coronavirus-induced lockdown, arrived in Bengaluru on Monday, nearly after three months.
India-China standoff: Confident present conflict will be resolved through diplomacy, says BJP’s Ram Madhav
Amid the ongoing tensions with China in the Ladakh sector in three locations, BJP's Ram Madhav said the situation is peaceful along the LAC. The BJP leader added that he is confident that India and China will resolve their differences through diplomacy.
Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan
Hong Kong's security chief on Monday welcomed China's plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed to defeat
Mumbai Police warns against coronavirus-related fake news on social media; here's what is prohibited under Section 144 and Section 188
The order prohibits the spread of inflammatory statements that are discriminatory against a particular community.
China's aggressive push for Hong Kong national security laws could lead to US sanctions, White House official says, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The White House national security adviser, Robert O'Brien, said China's actions indicated the country was "going to basically take over Hong Kong.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Uttar Pradesh looks to provide employment, insurance to migrant workers
The State looks to set up a commission to workers’ rights, and to provide them socio-economic-legal support
Mozilla, Twitter among others vouch for prohibition of warrantless collection of internet data
A group of seven internet companies have written to the United States House of Representatives urging them to address the issue of warrantless collection of internet search and browsing history.Mozill
State witness in Netanyahu case summoned for clarification - Inside Israel
Shlomo Filber, state witness in Case 4000, was summoned by the police last month to confirm a note was written by him.
Sanwo-Olu to inaugurate projects to mark one year in office
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is to inaugurate housing, education and road projects as part of activities to mark one year on office.
British Flairjet to pay N1 million penalty for Nigeria's airport violation - Official
FlairJet, a British private charter company, which is also an affiliate of Flexjet, is to pay N1 million for violating COVID-19 airport directives in Nigeria.
Mick already has a job, so why is he being forced to go to interviews?
A cleaner paid JobKeeper was convinced by an employment agency he needed to sign a contract promising to attend interviews – even though he has a job.
China's aggressive push for Hong Kong national security laws could lead to US sanctions, White House official says
The White House national security adviser, Robert O'Brien, said China's actions indicated the country was "going to basically take over Hong Kong."
Indian Army Chief's remark on Lipulekh issue an insult to our history: Nepal defence minister
South Asia News: Criticising Indian Army Chief Manoj Mukund Naravane's remarks on Kathmandu acting on "behest of someone" over the Lipulekh issue, Nepal defence minist
Shot fired into home
One man was taken into custody Sunday after Victoria police officers responded to a report of a gunshot in an apartment building.
Laundering inquiry resumes
Money laundering in British Columbia will be under scrutiny again this week when a public inquiry resumes today.
Arrests at homeless camp
Eight people have been arrested as officials work to clear tent camps at two locations in Victoria.
They'd rather sleep outdoors
Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.
Two arrested on suspicion of manslaughter remain in custody
Investigation continues into the "unexplained" death of man in St Judes.
ABS-CBN to get due process
THE leadership of Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano on Monday assured fairness and due process as the House committees on legislative franchises and on good government and public accountability will hold a joint hearing this Tuesday afternoon on the franchise application of ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation.
DOJ: 202,605 child sex cases in homes during ECQ
A TOTAL of 202, 605 cases of sexual exploitation of children inside homes have been recorded since Luzon including the National Capital Region have been placed under the enhanced community quarantine due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
'What planet are they on?', 'Bojo stands by top aide': UK front pages react to Dominic Cummings crisis
The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Cummings a “cheat” and Johnson a “coward”.
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.
Joint military operation by Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso kills 8 suspected terrorists
Twenty-four men caught in Burkina Faso and 14 in Ivory Coast were handed to intelligence services, a source at Ivorian army headquarters said.
Delhi Riots: 'Pinjra Tod' Activists Get Bail, Sent To Police Custody In Another Case
Moments after the court pronounced its order in the case, Delhi Police moved an application before it for their interrogation and formal arrest in a murder case.
Long awaited Local government polls to hold on Saturday in Cross River
The long awaited Cross River State local governments’ election which was postponed due to the Coronavirus pandemic has now been rescheduled to 30th of May 2020.
5 positive things happening right now
From four teenagers cycling to raise money for the RNLI, to a tongue in cheek cover of 'Stand by Me', here are 5 positive things happening right now.
Two injured in ATV accident near Mount Washington base
A man and a woman were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Monday when the all-terrain vehicle they were riding left a logging road near the foot of Mount Washington. “It looks . . .
China demands US withdraw sanctions against blacklisted firms
China urged US officials Monday to undo new sanctions against nearly three dozen companies amid growing tensions between the two nations. The demand came three days after the US Department of Commerce
Florida sheriff’s office worker charged with spying on roommate with GoPro
A Florida sheriff’s office employee hid a camera in an air vent in his roommate’s bedroom, authorities said.
Kushner tasked with overhauling Republican party platform ahead of election
White House senior adviser Jared Kushner has been overseeing a major attempt to overhaul the Republican party platform ahead of the 2020 election, according to a report. The effort is being led by
Dominic Cummings has 'no regrets' about 260-mile trip but admits he should have told PM his plans
Boris Johnson's senior advisor issued a statement on Monday afternoon following mounting pressure to quit
Dominic Cummings visited Barnard Castle to see if he could drive safely
Boris Johnson's senior advisor made the second journey after driving 260 miles to Durham
Trump defends decision to play golf as US virus death toll nears 100,000
"The Fake & Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin - I knew this would happen!," Trump tweeted.
Democratic Leaders Condemn Trump’s National Testing Strategy as Plan to ‘Deny the Truth’
Democratic party leaders on Monday condemned the Trump administration’s newly delivered national coronavirus testing strategy as a disappointing denial of reality.
Pub owners take FBD Insurance to court over cover for closures during pandemic
Pub owners have gone to court in a row over insurance cover during the Covid-19 pandemic.
'I don’t regret what I did' - Dominic Cummings defends decision to visit Durham amid UK lockdown
Dominic Cummings has sought to defend his decision to drive to County Durham in the north of England despite the UK's coronavirus lockdown restrictions, saying he believes he behaved “reasonably” and does not regret his actions.
Dominic Cummings believes he behaved 'reasonably' when travelling during UK lockdown
Mr Cummings denied further reports which suggested he took a second trip to the North East on April 14.
Ryanair goes to court over conduct of social welfare appeal
Airline claims it was refused leave by appeals commissioner to cross examine witnesses
Woman targeted in lockdown bag snatch as she looks in boot of car
She had her bag swiped off her shoulder as she looked in the boot of her car
Car sent to be crushed by police after it was 'used to try and steal other vehicles'
The Honda Jazz was en route to be destroyed after the driver failed to stop for officers on Bank Holiday Monday
Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000
As the US death toll from coronavirus crept toward 100,000, President Donald Trump spent his weekend golfing at Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia.
Italy reports 92 coronavirus deaths on Monday, just 300 new infections
ROME (Reuters) - Deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic in Italy climbed by 92 on Monday, against 50 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said, while the daily tally of new cases dropped to just 300 from 531 on Sunday.
Out of the house: Democrat Biden makes first campaign stop in weeks
NEW CASTLE, Delaware (Reuters) - Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veteran’s memorial to mark the U.S. Memorial Day holiday.
Dominic Cummings fails to apologise and has no regrets over flouting lockdown rules
Downing Street senior aide Dominic Cummings arrived at his own press conference to explain his widely condemned actions during lockdown 30 minutes late.
Another Kenyan Plane Shot at in Somalia
Voice of America (VOA) Somali correspondent Harun Maruf claimed that initial reports pointed at...
Developers could pay compensation after class actions from buyers allege GST was incorrectly charged
A Canberra developer has been ordered to pay a woman almost $30,000. This came after a class action where buyers alleged they were incorrectly charged GST.
Pakistan Cricket Board legal counsel to take Shoaib Akhtar to court over defamation notice response
Senior lawyer Tafazzul Rizvi had sent a defamation notice after he made some scathing remarks about him while criticising the ban on Umar Akmal.
‘I don’t regret what I did’: Dominic Cummings defends 260-mile car trip during coronavirus lockdown
Dominic Cummings, U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s most senior adviser, said he has not offered to resign as he explained his actions during lockdown
William Small, ‘hero to journalism’ at CBS, NBC, dies at 93
NEW YORK (AP) — Longtime broadcast news executive William J. Small, who led CBS News' Washington coverage during the civil rights movement, Vietnam War and Watergate and was later president...
'No Regrets': Dominic Cummings Calls His COVID-19 Lockdown Violation 'Reasonable' Amid Outcry
Boris Johnson's aide Cummings has landed in hot water after he travelled to Durham in March to self-isolate with his family in defiance of lockdown rules. He reportedly...
US 'Reopen' Movement Concerned About Liberty, Overwhelmingly Backs Trump - Report
A study - The Reopen Movement: Motivations and Pathways to Support - disputes claims by liberal critics that the intention of these individuals is reopening the economy...
Dominic Cummings won't quit but admits 60-mile car journey 'to test eyesight'
The PM's chief adviser has defended his actions over driving 260 miles to Durham.
Someone has been setting barbed wire booby traps for runners and cyclists
People have reported wire being put up across popular pathways in West Yorkshire.
Durham Police confirm they spoke to Dominic Cummings' dad on April 1
'He told the officer that his son and son's wife were displaying symptoms of coronavirus and were self-isolating'.
What does Dominic Cummings have over Boris? Piers Morgan asks
The Good Morning Britain host was disappointed the PM had backed his chief adviser.
Easyjet customers to sue over data breach
EASYJET is to be sued by customers in Northern Ireland impacted by a major data breach, it emerged.
Leo Varadkar denies breaching guidelines during Pheonix Park downtime
Leo Varakar has denied breaching Covid-19 guidelines, after he was pictured socialising in Pheonix Park with friends at the weekend.
Afghan govt frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for second day
President Ashraf Ghani said his administration was also ready to hold peace talks with the Taliban
President Erdogan calls PM Imran, offers condolences over Karachi plane crash
Two leaders also agree to enhance bilateral cooperation against Covid-19 pandemic to jointly address the situation
China accuses US of triggering 'new Cold War'
FM Wang says fast-spreading 'political virus' in US is using every opportunity to 'smear' China
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
Wellington: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic
Los Angeles: The coronavirus hasn’t been kind to car owners.
'Not sure if giving my opinion on football warrants me being called a black c*** and a n*****': Former Sheffield United star Curtis Woodhouse reveals vile racist abuse he received online, just weeks after Ian Wright received similar messages
The ex-professional footballer turned boxer took to Twitter on Monday to show the vile abuse he received by posting screenshots of a comment that said: 'Black c*** f*** off'.
Covid-19 Claims 2 More Lives In J&K, Toll Reaches 23
The novel coronavirus toll in Jammu and Kashmir rose to 23 on Monday with two more fatalities, while 47 new infections took the number of cases to 1,668,, officials said
562 Stranded Kashmiris Return Home In Six Flights
Over five hundred Kashmiris stranded in various parts of the country reached Valley on Monday in six flights, as the domestic flight operations resumed today, two months after Pan-India lockdown was imposed on March 25 to fight coronavirus pandemic
Coronavirus lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal’s Hamirpur, Solan
Hamirpur and Solan districts in Himachal Pradesh will continue with the coronavirus lockdown for a month after the current nationwide phase ends on May 31
Emergency in Congress’ DNA, says BJP after ‘gag order’ by Mumbai Police
The development comes in the midst of criticism the Uddhav Thackeray government is facing over the poor handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Large crowds gather for Memorial Day as US braces to surpass 100,000 deaths
People packed bars and restaurants in Missouri and beaches in Georgia and Florida, while other places remained closed or followed social distancing rules
'Feels good to be out of my house': Biden lays Memorial Day wreath in Delaware
Wearing face mask, former vice-president takes break from two months of isolation
Trump spends Memorial Day weekend golfing and insulting female politicians
President tweets and retweets personal attacks against Pelosi and Abrams as US approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in US amid Covid-19 pandemic
Despite silent streets and nearly non-existent traffic, vehicle larcenies shot up 63% in New York and nearly 17% in Los Angeles from January 1 through mid-May
Chinese officials defend controversial Hong Kong security laws as necessary against 'terrorism'
The new laws have sparked protests.
Joe Biden, wearing a mask, makes first campaign stop in months
Former vice president Joe Biden has made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago.
Imo: PDP assistance financial secretary resigns - The Nation Nigeria
The state Assistant Financial Secretary, of the Imo State Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Maximian Okedu, on Monday resigned his position...
Man who carried out 'barbaric' circumcision on baby boy jailed for three years
Philip Ogbewe, who is from Nigeria but has been living in Ireland for 20 years, pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment of life
Ahmedabad: Illegal slaughter of buffaloes; waiting for after Eid to detain more accused, say police
This was following Gujarat High Court (HC) directions that require accused persons to be tested for Covid-19 before being presented before a magistrate.
HC seeks govt’s response on plea seeking full-fledged testing facilities in non-red zones
A division bench of Chief Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice S S Shinde, which heard the plea on May 22 through videoconference, directed government counsel Priyabhushan Kakade to respond to the petition in the next hearing.
Cummings Hits Back at Media: If People Are Upset, It's Your Fault
Dominic Cummings has criticised the establishment media for making false reports about his lockdown while suffering from coronavirus.
Donald Trump at Fort McHenry: 'We Are the Captains of Our Own Fate'
President Donald Trump celebrated Memorial Day on Monday at a special visit to Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland.
Arbery's Family's Lawyer: Trump's DOJ ‘Has Been Very Active’ in Our Case
The Justice Department has been "very professional," "very active," and "very responsive" in the case of Ahmaud Arbery, said Lee Merritt.
History Channel's Ulysses S. Grant Series Highlights Legacy of the General Who Won the Civil War
Leonardo DiCaprio has teamed with History Channel for a three-night miniseries meant to restore and highlight the legacy of Ulysses S. Grant, one of America's greatest generals, presidents, and the man who won the Civil War.
Staffer at a Cape Town primary school tests positive for Covid-19
A staff member at Hague Primary School in Delft in Cape Town has tested positive for Covid-19, the Department of Education said.
COVID-19: WAANSA Nigeria urges FG to provide special packages for security agencies
WAANSA Nigeria, a foremost civil society group focused on security issues, peace and national development, made the call via a statement on Monday, May 25.
Group exposes alleged plot to smear Governor Emmanuel
A group in Akwa Ibom, Good Governance Assembly, says it has uncovered a sinister plot to sponsor a campaign of calumny against the state governor, Udom Emmanuel
COVID-19: INEC to pilot e-voting in 2021, seeks cancellation of continuous voter registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will work towards the full introduction of electronic voting in major elections, starting from 2021
COVID-19: Shehu Sani says it is dangerous to reopen schools
Popular activist, Shehu Sani, has said it is unsafe to reopen schools across the country due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sani said it is dangerous reopen schools.
Young man beats brain cancer twice, graduates university, starts a business
The length at which a person's determination and hard work can bring about great achievements can be astounding. King T's story is a life-changing inspiring one
Former police commissioner scores Buhari's administration in 5-years
Commending the president for his efforts, Tsav said Nigeria's polity has been stabilised since the past five years as a result of President Buhari's commitment.
Memorial Day even more heart-wrenching for veterans’ kin due to coronavirus
Memorial Day has become even more heart-wrenching amid the coronavirus. With much of the nation on lockdown, grieving kin of late military veterans have been left to honor their relatives without
Monetary dispute leads to murder in Nandanvan
Nagpur: Petty argument over pending dues ledsl to brutal murder in Nandanvan slums, in the wee hours of Monday, informed police. Cops have rounded up accused identified as Santosh Subhash Yevle (30), Ashok Shyamrao Gondhule (25) and Umesh Shyamram Shende (30) all residents of Nandanvan slums allegedly for launching murderous assault on Sunil alias Navya […]
Covid-19 claims 8th life in Nagpur, cases at 426
Nagpur: A Mominpura based man succumbed to the novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) while an SRPF Jawan deployed under Lakadganj Police Station and another pregnant woman reportedly tested positive for the virus borne disease on Monday. With the latest development, the cases of Corona Virus have surged to 426. Though, over 300 patients have successfully treated […]
Rioters resume protests against national security law in 'deathbed struggle'
Various black-clad protesters descended into the streets of Hong Kong on Sunday, taking part in illegal protests, defying the proposed national security law, claiming it erodes the
Woman who was raped at Kildare house while she slept says she will be 'alone for the rest of my life'
Victim impact statement heard in court today of effects of the rape
Kildare bog workers join fire services to battle blaze in Donadea
Second large fire this weekend
Domestic flights take off amid chaos, confusion
Passengers were seen harried across airports, including the national capital's IGIA, on Monday as many domestic flights were cancelled.
KTR extends aid to differently-abled
IT and Municipal Administration Minister, KTR once again displayed his compassionate side on Sunday, when he extended financial support to a physically challenged person.
Five held in Mancherial for selling spurious cotton seed
A farmer belonging to Guntur and four others were arrested for allegedly selling spurious cotton seed in Bellampalli on Sunday evening.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide.
SC allows AIto fly for ten days with middle seats filled in scheduled aircraft
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Centre and national carrier Air India to keep operating its scheduled flights with the middle
Fresh Covid-19 cases in Sikkim, Arunachal, 64 more in Assam
Sikkim reported its first coronavirus case and Arunachal Pradesh a fresh case while Assam registered 64 new cases in the past 24 hours,
Fury over Ferry
During the four phases of lockdown, several State governments have had a tough time in handling the migrant issue.
TRS gains more muscle ahead of MLC polls
The TRS party is adding more muscle in ersthwile Nizamabad with several corporators, MPTCs and ZPTCs from the Opposition parties joining the party over the last fortnight.
2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one
About 2.4 lakh 'Tirupati laddus' of the hill shrine of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala near here were sold on the first day of sales at subsidised price in headquarters of 12 districts in Andhra Pradesh on Monday, a temple official said.
Tourists should not travel to Goa; hotels still non functional: Official
Goa Health Secretary Nila Mohanan on Monday advised tourists not to travel to the coastal state, on a day when 10 out of the 13 flights,
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
Beijing has warned US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges
Task Force constable tests positive for Covid-19 in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: A police constable working with the Hyderabad Central Zone Task Force tested positive for Covid-19 here on Monday.
Social media reunites missing man with family in Kothagudem
A social media video helped a 60-year-old man who went missing two year ago to be reunited with his family.
Only Guwahati, Imphal of 12 N-E airports receive flights
Except Guwahati and Imphal airports, no passenger flight landed at any other airport in the north-eastern states on Monday as the Kolkata airport.
All villages of 5 mandals in Gajwel supported regulated farming
In addition to 73 Panchayats, which have passed a resolution deciding to adopt the regulated farming model, 59 other villages have joined hands on Monday.
Covid-19: 62 new cases, three deaths in Telangana on Monday
Hyderabad: Health authorities on Monday reported 62 new covid-19 positive cases and three fatalities.
COVID-19: 69 new cases in Karnataka, death toll increases to 43
A 55-year-old woman from Bengaluru Rural became the 43rd COVID-19 casualty in Karnataka as the state reported 69 new cases of coronavirus, taking the total number of infections to 2,158.
Indian teacher dies of COVID-19 in Abu Dhabi
A 50-year-old Indian teacher has died of coronavirus in the UAE, according to a media report.
Ghani pledges release of up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani announced that his government will release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a goodwill gesture
Will fight for Telangana’s rightful funds, projects: MP Nama Nageswar
TRS Floor leader in LS, Nageswar Rao said he, in coordination with the party MPs, had made all the efforts to protect the interests of Telangana.
SCR ferries over 2.40 lakh migrant workers so far
SCR has run 196 Shramik Special Trains transporting over 2.40 lakh migrant workers to their native destinations till date.
60-year-old detained for allegedly raping minor in Andhra Pradesh
A 60-year-old man has been detained by the police for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl in Narasapuram village of Kasimkota Mandal.
Eaton Canyon hiking trails closed after too many show up, ignore social distancing
Eaton Canyon in Altadena, a popular spot for hiking, had to shut down again Sunday after too many hikers showed up, causing neighborhood parking problems and ignoring social distancing rules.
Explainer: Emerging get-tough consensus among Trump's China advisers tested by Hong Kong debate
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Long divided between those pushing for a hardline stance and others advocating cautious engagement, President Donald Trump’s China advisers - under the shadow of the coronavirus crisis - appear to have moved closer together on a tougher approach to Beijing.
Live on air: PM’s television interview interrupted by earthquake
Wellington.Scoop There was a public view of the earthquake during morning television this morning – live on air, when an interview with the Prime Minister was interrupted by the shake.
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler’s dies in Moscow
An alligator that many people believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo.
Michael Terpin Patiently Waited For A Teen To Turn 18 To Sue Him
As indicated by The New York Post, popular crypto investor Michael Terpin purposely held up until the teenager who took nearly $24 million of digital currency by means of a SIM-Swapping turns 18 so as to indict him. Terpin, who lodged a suit against Pinsky earlier this month, claims that…
Road crashes claim five lives in Oshikoto
A woman and three children died after the pick-up truck they were traveling in collided with a sedan on the B1 road some 15 kilometres from Oshivelo in the Oshikoto region on Sunday.
Covid-19 diagnosed trucker escapes from quarantine
Charmaine Ngatjiheue and Sonia SmithHEALTH minister Kalumbi Shangula on Sunday morning confirmed a positive case of covid-19 at Walvis Bay.
New Mexico Republicans decry liberal PAC ad in GOP primary
Republicans in New Mexico called Sunday on a liberal Super PAC to pull ads that seek to favor one GOP U.S. House candidate over another.
Severe storm lashes vast expanse of west Australian coast
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm on Monday for the sec
New York marks 'especially poignant' Memorial Day amid virus
New Yorkers marked Memorial Day with car convoys and small ceremonies instead of big parades as the coronavirus reshaped the solemn holiday, blending tributes to virus victims and frontline workers wi
An Idaho Appeals court rules judge abused court’s discretion
A 25-year-old Post Falls man who was sentenced to prison three years ago for having sex with a 14-year-old girl got a reprieve this week as a state appellate court ruled the sentencing decision may ha
Federal coronavirus testing plan puts burden on states
The Trump administration’s new strategy for coronavirus testing puts much of the burden on states while promising to provide supplies such as swabs and material to transport specimens.
William Small, 'hero to journalism' at CBS, NBC, dies at 93
Longtime broadcast news executive William J. Small, who led CBS News' Washington coverage during the civil rights movement, Vietnam War and Watergate and was later president of NBC News and United Pre
Officer on leave after video shows him grabbing man by neck
A police officer in Mississippi's capital city is on leave after a video shows the officer holding a man by the neck.
War memorial in Pittsburgh vandalized on Memorial Day eve
Authorities in western Pennsylvania are investigating vandalism of a Pittsburgh war memorial on the eve of Memorial Day.
Judge: SC voters don't need witness to sign absentee ballot
A federal judge says people voting by absentee ballot in South Carolina don't have to have a witness sign the voting papers.
Azerbaijan tramples human rights
I was born in Azerbaijan as member of the Armenian minority. Mr. Suleymanov does not write about Azerbaijan as we both know it, because he is a mouthpiece for a dictator (
Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings
The Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer in the U.S. meant big crowds at beaches and warnings from authorities about people disregarding the coronavirus social-distancing rules
In his final days, Ahmaud Arbery's life was at a crossroads
He was at a crossroads, his life stretching out before him, his troubles largely behind him. He had enrolled at South Georgia Technical College, preparing to become an electrician, just like his uncle
2020 Watch: Differing views on remaking post-virus economy
Presidential politics move fast. What we’re watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:
Delaware governor says beach reopening went well
Delaware Gov. John Carney said Monday he was pleased with the behavior he saw over the holiday weekend as the state's beaches reopened with distancing measures in place.
Poland's president appoints new head of embattled top court
Polish President Andrzej Duda on Monday appointed a judge backed by the right-wing ruling party to be the new head of the Supreme Court, marking apparent victory in years of government efforts to take
Ilhan Omar believes Tara Reade -- and she's voting for Biden anyway
Rep. Ilhan Omar became the most prominent Democrat to say she believes Tara Reade's sex-assault accusations against presumed Democratic presidential nominee Joseph R. Biden.
Boy who drowned at Grand Isle identified as Hammond teen
Police say a Hammond teen drowned at Grand Isle on Saturday, with two other family members hospitalized after getting caught in strong currents.
Iowa sees Sunday surge of COVID-19 deaths, confirmed cases
Iowa saw a surge of COVID-19 deaths and coronavirus cases over a 36-hour period, with 10 additional deaths and 436 new cases confirmed by midday Monday.
Tyson Foods worker, 44, dies after long battle with COVID-19
An employee at the Tyson Foods plant in Waterloo, Iowa, died Monday after battling the coronavirus during a six-week hospitalization that was chronicled and widely followed online.
Distant Memorial Day events as Georgians fill beaches, parks
It was a Memorial Day for distant ceremonies in Georgia, even as officials worked to contain crowds at parks and beaches amid concerns about the further spread of the coronavirus.
Council members could ban smoking in bars in Louisiana city
City leaders in northwest Louisiana will consider banning smoking in bars.
Joe Harvey, former New Mexico state senator, dies at 80
Joe Harvey, a former Democratic state senator in New Mexico, who also served as Hobbs city manager for 23 years, died this month.
Spike in coronavirus cases in Oregon traced to gatherings
A spike in reported coronavirus cases in Redmond last week has been tied to family and social gatherings in the area.
Ex-Pirates infielder Kang banned 1 year by Korean league
The Korean Baseball Organization has suspended ex-Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang for a year and ordered him to perform 300 hours of community service over a series drunk driving cases.
Muslims in India, Bangladesh celebrate Eid subdued by virus
Muslims in India and Bangladesh joined prayers to celebrate a subdued Eid-al Fitr on Monday, marking the end of the Ramadan holy month by seeking blessings for a world free from coronavirus.
Governors can not ignore state constitutions to impose COVID-19 restrictions
When the Wisconsin Supreme Court found an extension of Gov. Tony Evers' lockdown unconstitutional, the governor blamed a
How teenage girl faked own death to avoid financial pressure from mother
A teenage girl, Margaret Ikumu, 19, of Oni community in Oju Local Government Area of Benue, has faked her own death on social media
Autonomy for state legislature, judiciary: Lawyers, CSOs split over Buhari’s executive order
Mixed views, yesterday, hallmarked President Muhammadu Buhari’s Executive Order granting financial autonomy to the legislature
Hispanic vote in Florida may come down to Biden’s ability to overcome socialism stigma
LITTLE HAVANA, MIAMI — One does not have to walk far from the outdoor coffee window at Versailles Restaurant in the heart of Little Havana to hear impassioned words about politics, socialism, and Cuba.
Railways Minister Piyush Goyal's 12-Tweet Retort To Uddhav Thackeray
In a wrangle with Uddhav Thackeray over trains for migrants, Railways Minister Piyush Goyal tweeted on Sunday that his ministry would work overnight if it received within one hour a list of trains, passengers and destinations from the Maharashtra Chief Minister.
Republicans sue California Gov. Newsom over his executive order to allow mail-in voting for the November election, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - In a lawsuit filed on Sunday, Republican groups called Newsom's executive order to allow mail-in voting a "brazen power grab.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Attorney General: We will continue to act fearlessly - Inside Israel
Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit responds to PM Netanyahu's criticism of the legal system.
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern unruffled as earthquake hits mid-interview
WELLINGTON: An earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital on Monday (May 25) morning, shaking many residents including Prime Minister Jacinda ...
Coronavirus lockdowns stifle Eid celebrations as infections rise
RIYADH: Muslims around the world began marking a sombre Eid al-Fitr on Sunday (May 24), many under coronavirus lockdown, but lax restrictions ...
Earthquake strikes near New Zealand capital, no immediate damage reported
WELLINGTON: A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital Wellington on Monday (May 25), but there were no immediate reports of damage.
Coronavirus lockdowns stifle Eid celebrations as infections rise
RIYADH: Muslims around the world began marking a sombre Eid al-Fitr on Sunday (May 24), many under coronavirus lockdown, but lax restrictions ...
Republicans sue California Gov. Newsom over his executive order to allow mail-in voting for the November election
In a lawsuit filed on Sunday, Republican groups called Newsom's executive order to allow mail-in voting a "brazen power grab."
US curbs travel from Brazil amid deepening coronavirus outbreak
The White House has announced a ban on travel to the United States from Brazil due to the spread of coronavirus in Latin America's hardest-hit country.
UK PM Boris Johnson backs top aide after lockdown revelations
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defended his chief adviser Dominic Cummings, amid a clamour of calls for Cummings to resign after it emerged he travelled to Durham from London while the country was on lockdown and everyone had been told to stay at home.
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
WELLINGTON, New Zealand - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monda
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people as protests reignite
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance," President Tsai Ing-wen has said, after a resurgence in protests in the C
More special trains from Coimbatore for migrant workers
With nearly 37,000 migrant workers leaving Coimbatore district in the last few days by special trains to their home States, another five trains are likely to be operated from here. An official said th
COVID19: Spain set to open beaches, restaurants
On Monday, customers will be able to occupy 50 % of the space assigned for outdoor seating at restaurants and bars in the Spanish capital and Barcelona.
Jacinda Ardern keeps her cool as earthquake hits New Zealand during live interview
The 5.8 magnitude quake hit Wellington as New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was in the middle of a live broadcast. She calmly continued with the interview as the camera and other things shook around her.
Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots
Biden is sharpening his tone, still pitching consensus but touting a “bold agenda” aimed at mollifying progressives who remain skeptical he will deliver enough on health care, student loan debts and the climate crisis.
Why is Trump so restrained about the Biden sexual assault allegation?
The president rarely misses a chance to sling mud but he has been uncharacteristically quiet about Tara Reade’s claimSometimes Donald Trump portrays his election rival, Joe Biden, as a sleepy geriatric who should be in a care home because “he doesn’t know he’s alive”. At others, the president speaks
Taiwan offers people of Hong Kong 'necessary assistance' after protests over new security laws
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after thousands in the Chinese ruled territory protested against Beijing's plans to impose new national security laws. Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but growing number of pro-democracy
Baby gorilla at Seattle zoo badly injured in family skirmish
SEATTLE -- A baby gorilla was badly injured at a Seattle zoo on Saturday when he was caught in a skirmish between his family group members, zookeepers said.
WWII veteran beats COVID-19, honored on 100th birthday
An Army Air Corps veteran who survived WWII has now beaten the coronavirus after being "in the fight of his life," according to a report on Friday.
Florida can’t stop poor felons from voting, federal judge says
A federal judge declared unconstitutional parts of a Florida law that would require people with felony convictions to pay off financial obligations before regaining their right to vote, paving the way for hundreds of thousands of Floridians to register to vote.
Panic as Buhari probes Abba Kyari’s office, others
A wave of apprehension is sweeping through MDAs as President Muhammadu Buhari begins a probe into the office of the late Chief of Staff Abba Kyari.
Group alleges fresh evidence of N25 billion spending on imaginary road repairs by NDDC
Fresh allegation of extra-budgetary spending is rocking the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as a group has accused the agency of spending N25 billion on regional contingency road repairs not appropriated for in the 2019 fiscal framework.
Nigerians abroad urged to pressurise UK government on Madueke’s repatriation
Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has urged Nigerians in the United Kingdom (UK) to pressurise
South East rejects IGP’s community policing template
Governors and leaders of the South East have opposed the implementation of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mohammed Adamu’s community policing template until he complies with the agreement reached with them on the issue.
Ondo APC factional chairman backs out, declares support for Akeredolu
The factional Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Mr. Idowu Otetubi, has collapsed his executives with the APC faction led by Ade Adetimehin, saying he was tired of balkanising the party.
‘How my pregnant wife died of neglect at Epe General Hospital’
Life will not remain the same for Mr. Taiwo Ayobami, who lost his wife, Oluremi during childbirth at Epe General Hospital, Lagos State on April 15, 2020 over alleged neglect by health workers. The deceased was a level 9 officer of the Lagos State Ministry of Education, teaching mathematics at Epe Senior Grammar School.
Okowa greets Edwin Clark at 93, says he is a fearless, patriotic leader
Describing Clark as a fearless and patriotic leader, who cares for the interests of his people and the peaceful co-existence of Nigerians, said that Clark had worked hard to place his name in the annals of history as a great fighter of the Niger Delta course.
Trump doubles up with Maryland, Virginia Memorial Day events
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump booked back-to-back Memorial Day appearances despite the coronavirus pandemic, at Arlington National Cemetery and at a historic fort in Baltimore. Trump recently called Baltimore a “rat and rodent infested mess” and its mayor has suggested Trump stay home.
Republicans sue California Gov. Newsom over his executive order to allow mail-in voting for the November election
The Republican Party is suing California Gov. Gavin Newsom over his decision to allow every registered California voter to submit a ballot by mail for the upcoming presidential election.
Severe storm lashes vast expanse of west Australian coast
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm on Monday for the second straight day. No casualties were reported from what Acting Assistant Commissioner of Western Australia…
Man running 100 miles in 24 hours at Las Vegas park for veterans
Peter Makredes, 28, was running 100 miles in 24 hours over Memorial Day weekend to raise money for a nonprofit that works to decrease the number of veterans who die by suicide.
LETTER: Surprise — MGM will have free parking again!
Now they need the locals.
Salmonella found in ‘death dumplings’ that killed a Thai woman
Lab results on Sunday found a dubious dish dubbed “death dumplings” after at least one woman died contained the potentially fatal salmonella bacteria After sale of the dumplings in southeast metro Bangkok was blamed for one death and several...
Weekend Revival: Data shows Bangkok swinging back into action
Every day been feeling the same Good news: The weekend returned to Bangkok as life poured into its streets, bringing a return of activity – and traffic By foot and behind the wheel, people were on the move at levels not seen since early March,...
180 arrested in fresh weekend protests over national security law in Hong Kong
Protesters returned to the streets Sunday as thousands turned out to decry Beijing's planned national security for Hong Kong At least 180 people were arrested in Causeway Bay and Wan Chai for offenses including participating in an authorized...
Michigan Gov. Whitmer Says She Self-Censors Comments About Trump to Continue Receiving Federal Funds
Recently, the Democratic governor has been repeatedly criticized by US President Donald Trump and his supporters over her insistence that any lifting of the COVID-19...
Railways operated 3,000 Shramik trains to send migrants home: Piyush Goyal
The Railways Minister urged the states to cooperate with his Ministry to help the workers
States need to ask for permission if they want UP workers back: Adityanath
As per feedback received from migrant workers who reached Uttar Pradesh, Adityanath said safeguarding their rights should get utmost attention and importance
Israeli plane lands in Turkey for first time in 13 years, says El Al
On Sunday, El Al's Dreamliner aircraft, converted to carry cargo, landed in Istanbul. It was loaded there with 24 tonnes of humanitarian coronavirus equipment, destined for Israel and the US
Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem did not open on Sunday as planned
Two months after the doors were shut to curb the spread of the coronavirus, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem remained closed to the public on
China’s border foul play is to divert attention from its internal and international miseries
The pandemic has hit China hard and the country has been facing a severe crisis. There are internal problems, apart from growing pressure from the international community which has accused the country of concealing information relating to the spread of the virus.
MMRCL to set up two COVID-19 care facilities
Amid the rising number of coronavirus cases in the city, Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRCL) said it is setting up two COVID care facilities. MMRC on Sunday said it is constructing two COVID care
Serial rapist breaks his back while escaping from Police
A serial rapist popularly referred to as 'the Beast of Kavos' while escaping from Police after he raped a woman, has broken his back when he plunged 100ft into a ravine in Greece. The man whose
Court rules comedian’s bushfire fund can’t go to victims, wildlife
A court has ruled millions of dollars raised during the bushfire crisis by comedian Celeste Barber, cannot be distributed to charities or other States to help people and wildlife. The money also can’t…
Coronavirus hits South Africa’s plans for land expropriation
The plan to amend section 25 of South Africa’s Constitution to allow for land expropriation without compensation has been put on hold due to the ongoing coronavirus lockdown.
What the papers say – May 25
Dominic Cummings’ flouting of lockdown guidelines and Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s defence of his chief adviser lead the papers on Monday.The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Mr Cummings a “cheat” and Mr Johnson a “coward”.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (20:00 Sunday GMT) at a depth of about 52 kilometres near Levin, about 90 kilometres north of Wellington, the US Geological Survey said.
US urges probe into alleged ethics breach by African Development Bank
The letter, dated 22 May, was sent to the chair of the AfDB's board, Ivorian Planning and Development Minister Niale Kaba.
Health dept boss calls for investigation into Glenda Gray
Dr. Anban Pillay's letter states that allegations Dr Glenda Gray has recently made in the media 'are damaging to government’s response to COVID-19'.
Govt censorship of SAMRC's Gray cannot be tolerated - Steenhuisen
South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) president Glenda Gray criticised aspects of government’s approach in responding to the coronavirus and claimed that there had been an increase in malnutrition cases at the Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital.
COVID-19: Underground production to remain halted at AngloGold’s Mponeng Mine
The gold miner announced on Sunday that 164 workers tested had positive for COVID-19 at the operation.
Mogale City workers protest over lack of PPEs and non-payment
It is understood the workers were promised COVID-19 compensation fund and overtime payments, which were due on Monday.
Nigeria military jets pound 'bandits' in northwest
Residents reported bombings by military jets in recent days on remote camps used by armed cattle rustlers and kidnappers in Katsina and Zamfara states.
Thieves take PPEs as Tshwane school burgled twice in 48 hours
It's understood that criminals broke into the Sikhulisile Primary School on Sunday night and stole personal protective equipment meant for teachers and educators.
Trump bars travel from Brazil, a new pandemic hotspot: White House
Non-Americans who have been in Brazil in the 14-day period prior to when they seek admittance to the US cannot come to America, said White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany. Trade is not affected by the new rule.
Putin makes Kremlin appearance as virus restrictions ease
The 67-year-old has worked remotely over the past few weeks from his Novo-Ogaryovo residence outside Moscow, chairing meetings with officials by video conference.
Soldiers instructed to ignore people drinking alcohol inside their yards
This was part of a raft of new codes of conduct for the army as they enforce lockdown operations.
Burundi presidential election results expected today
Burundians voted last Wednesday to elect their president, lawmakers and local officials in a poll marked by allegations of fraud and conducted with scant attention to the coronavirus pandemic.
Sadtu: KZN DBE needs at least 2 weeks to prep for teachers to return
The union said they were considering discouraging teachers from returning to schools as planned on Thursday amid delays in the delivery of personal protective equipment (PPEs).
ANALYSIS: What is the rule of law & why does it matter in lockdown?
The court says people need to be able to trust the government to abide by the rule of law, make rational regulations, and not intrude on the rights of those subject to the law.
Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing
The timing of his outing, as the nation approached a milestone in deaths from the pandemic, sparked widespread criticism in the media, with commentators recalling Donald Trump's own past attacks on Barack Obama for playing the game during the 2014 Ebola outbreak.
Few schools in Gauteng facing problems with delivery of PPEs - Lesufi
Plans are being rolled out in a bid to safeguard schools against the spread of COVID-19, with measures to ensure screening, sanitising, and social distancing could be implemented.
SAA's BRPs granted leave to appeal decision to halt retrenchment process
The BRPs and SAA then argued that there was a reasonable prospect that the facts would receive a different treatment by the Labour appeal court and leave to appeal has now been granted.
UK PM's top aide Cummings defies calls to resign
Dominic Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.
Completely unacceptable for SAMRC board to pander to Gray witch hunt - Habib
South African Medical Research Council president Professor Glenda Gray criticised aspects of government's approach in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and claimed that it was not based on scientific evidence.
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
TAIPEI — Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with “necessary assistance,” President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing.
Harvard scholars, others for Aregbesola’s birthday colloquium - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics
From Toba Adedeji, Osogbo Two dons from the University of Harvard in the United States of America (U.S.A) and the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom (UK) will be speakers at a colloquium in honour of the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola. Also to speak at the event, which will hold today, is […]
FRSC rescues woman in labour - The Nation Nigeria
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Saturday rescued an expectant woman struggling to drive herself to hospital amid labour pain.
Tony Bellew backs Dominic Cummings after he broke lockdown to visit his parents
Dominic Cummings has incurred the wrath of the British public after he broke lockdown but former light heavyweight champion Tony Bellew has no issue with his decision
Lockdown effect: Crime rate in west UP districts down by 70%
The region recorded 35 murders in the last month against 50 in the corresponding period in 2019, while robberies went down from 992 to 114.
Jackfruit falls on man injuring him; at hospital, he tests positive for Covid
Officials say the man suffered injuries to his spine after a jackfruit fell on his head. However, it is not clear how he may have contracted the viral infection.
Mumbai man held for threat to Yogi: Police
After his arrest, the accused was taken to the Kalachowkie unit of the Mumbai Anti-Terrorist Squad. he confessed to the crime, said a police officer. The Mumbai police later handed over his custody to its UP counterparts.
Patient escapes SVP, returns after testing +ve
Ellisbridge cops file complaint against Sarkhej resident for endangering lives; SVP submits report to higher-ups
‘Conquer every situation with a positive attitude’
This Amdavadi businessman has been in not one, not two but three life-threatening incidents, but he emerged on the other side a stronger, braver person with a p
Ahmedabad accounts for 96% deaths in Guj
29 deaths in state as tally crosses 14k-mark on Sunday; 279 new cases reported in A’bad district on Sunday, taking tally so far to 10,280
46 new cases in Assam, tally rises to 392
GUWAHATI: Forty-six new coronavirus cases were reported in Assam on Sunday, taking the COVID-19 tally to 392 in the state, Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.Eight COVID-19 cases were reported from the Sarusajai Quarantine Facility in the eveni
Hong Kong cops fire tear gas, water cannon at protesters
Hong Kong: Hong Kong police fired tear gas and a water cannon at protesters in a popular shopping district on Sunday, as thousands took to the streets to march against China's proposed tough national security legislation for the city.Pro-democracy su
Meghalaya govt concerned over harassment faced by state returnees on way home
SHILLONG: Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister, Prestone Tynsong has expressed concern over the harassment faced by the returnees who were on their way to the state.“Our students suffered a lot. I am sorry to say that”, he told reporters on Monday. He inf
Locals target train to NE in Bihar, 1 hurt
SHILLONG: Some locals in Bihar pelted stones at a special train carrying returnees to the North East on Sunday morning injuring a Naga girl.The occupants of the Haryana Express -04072, which passed through Bihar, were stranded residents from various
Passenger air services to NE resume
GUWAHATI: Commercial passenger air services to the Northeast resumed along with rest of the country on Monday, with LGBI Airport here being gateway to the region, handling eight flights (arrivals and departures), official reports stated.However
China accuses America of wanting ‘new Cold War’ over coronavirus
Beijing: China on Sunday accused the US of pushing the bilateral ties to the brink of a "new Cold War" by spreading "lies" about the coronavirus and said it was open to international efforts to identify the source of the virus that has killed over 30
KSU irked at harassment of state returnees
SHILLONG: Following the harassment of students from Meghalaya at a railway station in Bihar, the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) Delhi unit has urged the concerned authorities and the state government to take up the matter with the Ministry of Railways.T
Preliminary report of PIA plane crash raises new questions
Karachi: A preliminary report on the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) plane crash, in which 97 people were killed, has raised serious questions about the pilot's handling of the aircraft and what prevented the crew in the cockpit from informing
Plea to change office timing
SHILLONG: In view of shortage of buses, there is a demand to change the government office timing from 9 am to 3 pm.Referring to media reports on government servants violating social distancing in buses, John F Kharshiing, Adviser & Spokesperson,
Refrain from provoking returnees on social media: AAPSU
GUWAHATI: The All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) has taken strong exception to the reported stigmatisation and provocative posts on social media and other forums in the wake of the detection of a COVID-19 positive case from the stranded pe
Cops nab 2 key accused in Assam ‘lynching’ case
GUWAHATI: Assam Police have arrested two prime accused in the alleged lynching of a person at Monahkuchi village under Hajo police station in Kamrup district.According to reports, Sanatan Deka, a vegetable vendor and a resident of Teteliya village, w
KHADC, dist officials inspect farmers market
SHILLONG: Officials of the district administration and Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) inspected the wholesale farmers market (Iew dielang) on Sunday.The inspection came in the wake of a meeting to discuss the farmers’ plight. The KHA
Six women prisoners murdered by inmates in Honduras
TEGUCIGALPA, May 25 — Six women were killed by alleged gang members at a women's prison near the Honduran capital Tegucigalpa, the National Penitentiary Institute said yesterday. The killers broke through gates and the roof of a building at the women's prison in Tamara, 10 kilometers to the north...
What to do if you are asked for a till slip for your cigarettes
Bheki Cele said that smokers must present a receipt showing when they purchased their cigarettes. MyBroadband spoke to JPSA chair Howard Dembovsky about the legality of this practice.
Strong earthquake strikes near Wellington
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake has struck near Wellington. It struck 34km deep, 30km northwest of Levin at 7.53am, according to Geonet. The quake was...
Cops break up student parties
Police had to shut down several parties in Dunedin at the weekend and officers are reviewing CCTV footage to help them work out who struck a...
Coronavirus 'cover-up' China's Chernobyl: White House official
A top White House official has likened China's handling of the coronavirus outbreak to the Soviet Union's cover-up of the meltdown at the Chernobyl...
Johnson backs senior adviser, risks party's wrath
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings.
Cops break up student parties
Police shut down several parties in Dunedin at the weekend and officers are reviewing footage to help them work out who struck a student with a...
Flight to Q'town: Passengers break 'every rule' in 5 mins
Two months' worth of difficult social distancing could have been blown in five minutes by other impatient flyers, an Air New Zealand passenger...
Man charged after refusing to wear face mask on NZ flight
A man is due to appear in court after allegedly refusing to wear a face mask on an Air Chathams flight. The man is also accused of making ...
Chicago Mayor Launches Police Raid to Stop Black Church’s Sunday Services
On Sunday, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot mounted a raid on a black church for holding services in defiance of her coronavirus lockdown orders.
6 cited for coronavirus violations in raid at suspected brothel near Waikiki | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Six people were cited Friday during a raid at a massage parlor suspected of operating as a brothel while state emergency orders remain in place to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office said today.
6 cited for coronavirus violations in raid at suspected brothel near Waikiki | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Six people were cited Friday during a raid at a massage parlor suspected of operating as a brothel while state emergency orders remain in place to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office said today.
No end to struggle of migrant workers even after reaching home
No end to struggle of migrant workers even after reaching home. The corona-fuelled lockdown having shattered their dreams, they are now walking, cycling and hitchhiking hundreds of miles under an unforgiving sun blazing down at over 40 degrees to reach their homes in an impoverished Bihar, where an uncertain future awaits them.
Video shows woman tussling, falling off NYC fire escape in wild incident
Shocking video captures the moment a woman fell from a Bronx fire escape while tussling with a man through a window — all part of a wild incident that later ended with the guy killing another
China official in Hong Kong says some protest acts "terrorist in nature"
Xie Feng, commissioner of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong, made his remarks during a speech on proposed national security legislation in Hong Kong, in which he sought to reassure foreign investors they would not be affected.
China to ‘firmly’ retaliate against possible US sanctions over national security law: FM spokesperson
China said on Monday that it would take “all necessary measures” to firmly counter and retaliate against the US’ threatened sanctions over a national security law for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), lambasting the US for blatant interference in China’s internal affairs.
Joe Biden, wearing a mask, makes first campaign stop in months
Former vice president Joe Biden has made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago.
‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK's Johnson and aide
Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings, accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.
Italy coalition squabbles over recruiting volunteers to enforce distancing
ROME (Reuters) - Italy’s coalition partners quarrelled on Monday over a proposal to recruit volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as the country gradually rolls back its coronavirus-related restrictions.
Denmark to let cross-border couples meet again
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Denmark eased its border controls with other Nordic countries and Germany on Monday, allowing cross-border couples separated by the coronavirus lockdown to meet again if they can prove they have been in a relationship for at least six months.
BBC's Simon McCoy slams colleague Gary Lineker for 'abusing his position'
The Match of the Day host defended himself
Without full capacity, Trump threatens to pull GOP meeting from NC
President Donald Trump threatened Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state’s Democratic governor doesn’t immediately sign off on allowing a f...
Ohio governor urges people to wear face masks: ‘This is not about politics’
“This is one time when we truly are all in this together. What we do directly impacts others,” says Gov. Mike DeWine.
Woman accused of child desertion in Ouachita Parish
Police have arrested a woman accused of child desertion in Ouachita Parish.
Ex-Pirates infielder Kang banned 1 year by Korean league
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The Korean Baseball Organization has suspended ex-Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang for a year and ordered him to perform 300 hours of community service...
British billionaire twins at war over London’s Ritz hotel and family’s fortune
The brothers, who spent decades avoiding media attention by isolating themselves on an island in the middle of the English Channel, are now front-page news due to the latest part...
Op-Ed: Beyond the constitutional debate: unpacking the political conundrum
Addis Abeba, May 25/2020 – The Ethiopian constitution drove more interest, analysis and scrutiny in the past month than it had since its promulgation. Politicians and scholars have discussed and debated on what they referred as a constitutional conundrum after the National election board announced that it cannot conduct election ...
'Never Seen Anything Like This': Spinning Black Smoke Ring Over Australian Town Sparks Online Debate
These eerie-looking objects have been spotted around the world, including in North America, Asia, and Europe. Most recently, the circle-shaped object was seen floating...
China Vows Retaliation if US Continues Meddling in Its Hong Kong Policy
The island enjoys a certain degree of autonomy in terms of its economy and laws, but recently Beijing decided to introduce stricter penalties for treason and sedition...
Trump Defends 'Moral Sin' of Golfing Amid Pandemic
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump on Monday railed against media coverage of his recent golf outing amid the COVID-19 outbreak, arguing that he had gone...
Trump Defends 'Mortal Sin' of Golfing Amid Pandemic
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump on Monday railed against media coverage of his recent golf outing amid the COVID-19 outbreak, arguing that he had gone...
UK official death toll rises to 36,914 after 121 die
The updated figure includes deaths in care homes.
Mum's face rebuilt with part of her leg after rare tumour ate her jawbone
Initially, she thought it was just an abscess.
Piers Morgan hits out at Dominic Cummings for 'not apologising' in statement
Piers accused Mr Cummings of 'taking the whole country for morons'.
Man arrested after he filmed himself 'brutalizing nursing home patient, 75'
'Is this even possible to believe? Can this be for real? Where is this nursing home, how is the victim doing,' Trump tweeted Thursday in response to the video.
Four people have signed petition for Dominic Cummings to keep his job
A petition set up for the PM's chief adviser to keep his job has not got many signatures.
India claims capturing another 'Pakistani spy pigeon'
The pigeon allegedly had a ring carrying a phone number, according to police
Dominic Cummings 'dressed like a GP' and his 'weak vocal tone while sitting forward in chair hinted at humility' but his 'discomfort increased at mention of Barnard Castle', says body language expert JUDI JAMES
Judi James said the Prime Minister's top aide had 'an air of low-key humility' as he addressed the nation this afternoon after facing calls to resign over claims he broke coronavirus rules.
Politics student, 18, murdered boyfriend, 18, by driving over him at farm, court hears
Grace Ross, 18, allegedly murdered Joshua Kerr, also 18, at Little Balquhomrie Farm near Leslie, Fife, on Friday. She drove a car into him before running over his head, the charge stated.
Bizarre moment police chase high-powered MOBILITY SCOOTER after it was spotted speeding through town
Police were seen chasing a man on a mobility scooter in Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire, this weekend. A resident saw the scooter driving at high speeds earlier that day.
Moment 'aggressive' shopper accuses carer of 'spreading germs' by wearing her uniform in B&M store amid Covid crisis - leaving her in floods of tears
Kimberley Simpson, from Burton-upon-Trent in Staffordshire, claimed a fellow customer followed her through the store for ten minutes 'shouting' that she shouldn't be allowed inside.
Pak Trained ‘Spy Pigeon’ Held At Border
A pigeon, suspected to be trained in Pakistan for spying, was captured along the International Border (IB) in Kathua district
COVID-19 lockdown stifles Eid celebrations in West Bengal
Eid-ul-fitr celebrations in the city and its neighbourhood turned out to be a low-key affair this year, as people marked the culmination of the fasting month of Ramzan by offering prayers from the confines of their homes, amid the coronavirus-triggered lockdown.
'Beyond an insult': fury of those who stuck to lockdown rules
Dominic Cummings’ actions outrage people who made sacrifices to stick to guidelines
Dominic Cummings tries to explain when and why of lockdown trip
Key exchanges from press conference given by Boris Johnson’s chief aide
Coronavirus: Ewing released from hospital and 'getting much better'
Patrick Ewing's son revealed his iconic father is back at home on the mend just a few days after confirming he had coronavirus.
Toronto police say fraudsters stole $600K from victims by posing as lawyers settling class action lawsuit
Toronto police say two men are facing charges after allegedly defrauding victims by posing as lawyers attempting to settle a class action lawsuit.
Muslim World Largely Ignores Social Distancing Rules During Eid Celebrations
In Bangladesh, India and Pakistan, people ignored physical distancing rules to celebrate Eid, the most important Muslim holiday.
Nine murders committed to hide one: Telangana police solve shocking case of 9 bodies found in Warangal well
The sensational discovery of nine bodies in a Warangal well turned out to be a grisly case of a migrant worker committing nine murders to hide one crime of murder. The discovery of four bodies from
Nine murders committed to hide one - Telangana police solve the shocking case of nine dead bodies found in Warangal well
The sensational finding of nine bodies in a Warangal well turned out to be a grisly case of a migrant worker committing nine murders to hide his prior crime of one killing. The revelation of four
Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months
Biden and his wife, Jill, laid a wreath of white flowers tied with a white bow and bowed their heads in silence at the park.
Awaiting trial for rape, John Jackson asks to be released from jail over COVID-19 concerns
Pro boxer John Jackson wants to be released from jail for fear of catching COVID-19. He is currently waiting trial on charges of rape and child pornography.
NBA legend Patrick Ewing recovering at home after testing positive for COVID-19
Basketball Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing has returned home after a brief hospitalization for the coronavirus, his son says in a tweet.
Seniors get front-row seat to gosling rescue at retirement home
Some Sherwood Park youngins left the nest on Saturday, but not without a little bit of assistance.
Zimbabwe Detains 2 Journalists for Breaking COVID Lockdown Rules
Paidamoyo Saurombe of Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights, who is representing journalists Frank Chikowore and Samuel Takawira, said Saturday the magistrate court would hold the men until it makes a bail ruling Tuesday.
Western Australia Lashed by 'Once-in-a-Decade' Storm
Strong winds and heavy rainfall on Sunday and Monday battered buildings and downed trees in and around the Australian city of Perth.
Three brothers kill sibling over proceeds from mother's burial
Operatives of the Imo State Police Command are on the trail of three brothers, Patrick Obieshieke, Chinonso Obieshieke and John Erieka for allegedly...
Rainstorm destroys houses, school in Badagry - The Nation Nigeria
At least 30 houses including a primary school have been damaged after heavy rainfall at Iragon-Iragbo community in Badagry.
Covid-19: Stranded for two months in Tripura, Spanish cross-country cyclist finally heads home
Yessenia had come to Tripura from Bangladesh, with plans to visit Mizoram, and then Myanmar.
Gujarat: One year on, 370 engineering graduates still await posting orders from govt
Notably, the government advertisement for the posts was out in November 2015 and the final recruitment is yet to be over. And now these candidates have started registering their protest on social media since they cannot protest in public due to Covid-19 and lockdown.
Gujarat: After almost two months with little work, money, 47 migrant workers return to Bihar
On May 19, in the fourth phase of lockdown, the contractor was ready to walk back home. For this duration, the group of workers had been stranded without any work or money. “Our bags are packed and we are ready to walk to Bihar... We have no option left.”
Leaders queue up at Raj Bhavan, Raut says bid to impose President’s rule will not succeed
"I went to meet the Governor after a call from the Raj Bhavan. I know the governor from our Parliament days," Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut told The Indian Express.
Afghan President Vows to Release Another 2,000 Taliban Prisoners
Afghanistan’s President Ashraf Ghani says he will expedite the release of 2,000 prisoners in response to a Taliban ceasefire.
VIDEO: 10-Year-Old California Girl Chases Off Suspected Burglar
A ten-year-old California girl chased off a suspected burglar while she was waiting in the family's car in the driveway of their home.
Dem Sen. Peters: Trump's Objections to Vote-by-Mail 'Outrageous,' 'Hypocrisy'
Monday on MSNBC's "Morning Joe," Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) accused President Donald Trump of extreme "hypocrisy" over his objections to mass vote by mail in light of the coronavirus pandemic. | Clips
WATCH: Steelers' Alejandro Villanueva on the Meaning of Memorial Day
Steelers tackle Alejandro Villanueva, who was also an Army Ranger, has narrated a wonderful video about the meaning of Memorial Day.
Memorial Day like no other for Americans under coronavirus restrictions
People have been urged to follow social distancing guidelines to avoid a resurgence of the disease.
Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware
Former Vice President Joe Biden honored veterans on Memorial Day in an event which saw him appear outside his home for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic shut down the US in March.
Denigrating Goa in SSC English paper: BJP suspects conspiracy
NT NETWORK Panaji Stating that the pro-Portugal tendencies in the educational sector, especially existing in teachers, are dangerous for the future of you
Sorrow for new Afghan parents after hospital attack
Zia Gul gave birth to her daughter just an hour after escaping from gunmen who rampaged through a Kabul maternity ward, and now struggles to reconcile motherhood with the trauma of the attack.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.
2 arrested for trying to smuggle drugs worth R10 million into SA from Mozambique
A man and woman were caught attempting smuggle R10 million worth of crystal meth drugs into South Africa.
Akinwunmi Adesina: US demands investigation into AfDB's decision on Nigeria's ex-minister
Following the allegations of impropriety against the president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, the US government has demanded a probe.
Buhari reportedly probes Late Kyari's office, cancels appointments
Though no reason was given for the president’s action, reports suggested no less than 150 memos that didn’t have his authorisation may have been uncovered.
Teenage girl among two dead after Cornwall sea rescues
The girl was trapped under a boat while a man died after being pulled out of the sea off Cornwall.
COVID-19: INEC unveils policy on conducting elections ahead of Edo, Ondo gov’ship elections
THE Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Monday, unveiled possible on conducting elections under the current ravaging novel...
UK PM’s top aide Cummings defies calls to resign after breaking lockdown
Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.
China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law
Hong Kong has become the latest flashpoint in soaring tensions between the world's two superpowers which China has likened to 'the brink of a new Cold War'.
Plateau state national assembly caucus donates to covid-19 fund
The National Assembly caucus from Plateau State on Monday put aside their political differences and collectively made some donation
A-Ibom APC stakeholders condemn media attacks on Senator Akpabio
SOME concerned stakeholders of the All Progressive Congress, APC, in Akwa Ibom State has condemned social media publications target
Two arrested for allegedly severing man’s hand over woman in Osun
Osun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two suspects, Kamoru Ajibola and Ismaila Mohammed for severing the hand of Tunde Ajayi
Police arrest EX-IBC DG who stabbed wife to death in Imo
The Imo state police command yesterday said that it has arrested, the Ex-Director General, DG, of the Imo State Broadcasting Corporatio
SALLAH: Pandemic has adversely affected Enugu northern community — Sarikin Hausa
LEADER of the Northern Community in Enugu State, Alhaji Abubakar Sambo has disclosed that his people were top on groups greatly affected...
‘Botched PR exercise’: Scottish politicians react to ‘special’ press conference by special adviser Dominic Cummings
Scotland's politicians have had their say in response to the unprecedented press conference conducted by the Prime Minister's special adviser, Dominic Cummings.
‘It Feels Good To Be Out Of My House’: Biden Makes First In-Person Appearance In 2 Months
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden attended his first in-person event in months Monday since he started self-isolating at his Wilmington...
Car thefts skyrocket as vehicle owners stay inside during coronavirus pandemic
People have been washing their hands more than ever, but some car thieves still have sticky fingers.
Obama team was 'afraid' Flynn would find improper access to NSA data, Joe diGenova says
The Obama administration was "afraid" retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn would find out about improper access to National Security Agency data as President Trump's national security adviser, according to former U.S. Attorney Joe diGenova.
Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected
A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.
57-year-old Mumbai cop dies of COVID-19, takes toll to 12
The deceased constable was living in the Worli Police camp with his family members.
"Switched To New Normal": Airports' Body Tweets Photos Of Social Distancing
On a day when domestic flight operation commenced after two months of coronavirus lockdown, the Airport Authority of India tweeted pictures of an airport where social distancing norms were being followed. The body called it the new normal.
Rail Bhavan Closed Again After Another Staff Tests Positive Coronavirus
An employee of the Rail Bhavan in Delhi tested positive for the novel coronavirus on Monday, leading to the closure of all offices of the Railways Ministry for the next two days, the second time in less than a fortnight.
Top aide in landmark DR Congo trial pleads innocence
Kinshasa, DR Congo | AFP | Vital Kamerhe, a major ally to DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi, proclaimed his innocence on Monday as a historic trial for alleged corruption resumed. Kamerhe, 61, a veteran political figure who is also Tshisekedi’s chief of staff, is accused with others of having embezzled more than $50 million (46 million …
Dominic Cummings 'does not regret' lockdown travel as he addresses nation
Several Conservative backbenchers have joined calls from opposition parties for Mr Cummings to quit or be sacked
UK leader's aide says he won't quit over lockdown road trip
LONDON — British leader Boris Johnson’s powerful chief aide insisted Monday that he wouldn't resign for driving the length of England while the country was under strict lockdown — a trip he made without informing the prime minister first.
UPDATE: One person dead, two in critical condition after Highway 1 collision in Langley
A man and woman were taken to hospital in critical condition
COVID-19: Nigeria evacuates 69 nationals from Lebanon
An official said the evacuees were made up of 50 trafficked young women and 19 others.
N-Power beneficiaries dispute minister's claim of April payment
Ms Farouq had on Saturday announced the payment of April stipends to N-Power beneficiaries.
Tributes paid to Scots mountain climber one year on from death in Indian avalanche
Dad-of-two Martin Moran was among a group of eight who were caught up in an avalanche on India's Nanda Devi mountain last year.
Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds
A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts ...
Hong Kong law society condemns attack on lawyer during China security law protest
HONG KONG: The Law Society of Hong Kong has strongly condemned an assault on a lawyer during Sunday's (May 24) protest against a controversial ...
Australian mercenaries in secret mission to help Libyan warlord
Private Australian, British and US military operatives took part in a secret mission to support a Libyan warlord, a UN report reveals.
'I think...I behaved reasonably' - Dominic Cummings defies calls to quit over accusations of flouting lockdown
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign today, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19.
Police: New Jersey nurse attacked, nearly kidnapped by man she treated at hospital
A New Jersey nurse was attacked and terrorized by a man who she treated at her hospital the day before, according to police.
Horse trading for sick leave
How Parliament should function in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis remained unresolved Monday as the Conservatives dug in on their demand that the House of Commons resume normal operations with a reduced number of MPs in the chamber.
No formal service at Salisbury National Cemetery doesn’t mean the sacrifices were forgotten
One of the largest and most stirring annual Memorial Day ceremonies takes place at the National Cemetery on the grounds of the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Salisbury.
Stung by outrage, Andhra govt puts plans to sell 50 TTD properties on hold
Opposition parties contended that the move to sell 50 immovable properties would hurt the sentiments of those who had donated the properties to the ancient temple of Lord Venkateswara
Iran reopens major Shia shrines after two-month closure
Iran has reopened major Shia shrines across the Islamic republic, more than two months after they were closed, as it reported its lowest deaths from coronavirus since March.
‘106 desilting works are on’
Works taken up under the Chief Ministers’ Special Desilting Scheme are being executed under the supervision and guidance of farmers, according to Rajesh Lakhoni, Monitoring Officer for the district.An
Vigil stepped up in Srisailam reserve
Sequel to death of Royal Bengal Tiger in Prakasam district
Daily wagers’ struggle continues despite easing of lockdown
Many wait endlessly at labour addas
High Court stays munsif court order on church
Orthodox priest seeks to restrain Jacobite priests from managing church
Former Assam CM seeks release of 2 JNU students
Pinjra Tod members in police custody.
HC seeks govt. reply on encroachment of tanks
Telangana High Court directed the State government to file counter affidavits in two PIL petitions relating to alleged encroachments of water bodies surrounding the State capital. A bench of Chief Jus
Migrant workers of Odisha cross into Chittoor from Tamil Nadu
Urge A.P. authorities to arrange transport to their home State
Just bluster, says Chennithala
Chennithala says CM is all bluster and no action
Coronavirus lockdown | 532 flights take off but over 50% seats go empty
39,000 passengers ferried; last minute cancellations leave many frustrated
Land auction allegations a campaign to defame TTD, says Subba Reddy
‘The resolution was passed by the trust board in 2016’
TDP to hold Mahanadu through Zoom app
14,000 leaders and workers expected to converge on the vidro-conferencing platform
Three more cases in Pathanamthitta
Two men from Abu Dhabi and pregnant woman from Kuwait test positive
State police issue new guidelines as cases increase among force
Most were deployed to enforce lockdown, at checkposts and containment zones
LDF keeps its options open
The Left Democratic Front (LDF) is gearing up to reap optimum benefit of the smouldering differences of opinion in the Kerala Congress (M) ahead of the local body and Assembly elections.The front lead
Flight services re-start in Kalaburagi
Operations of domestic passenger flight services at Kalaburagi Airport which were suspended on March 12 to contain the spread of coronavirus resumed with the landing of a Star Air flight here on Monda
There is clue on techie having links with unorganised terrorist groups: Police to HC
He had put social media post asking people to sneeze openly in public place to spread COVID-19; court denies him bail
CM pitches for continuity of LDF rule
On fourth anniversary of government, Pinarayi recounts how recurrent obstacles were overcome
Need to allow House panel members to join meets virtually too: Anand Sharma
He says there is still a lot of confusion about air travel and a virtual mode became essential
UK coronavirus death toll increases by 121 to 36,793 as downward trend continues
The Department of Health confirmed that the UK's death toll has risen to 36,914 after a further 121 fatalities were confirmed in 24 hours
Coronation Street's Alya to suffer consequence of locking Geoff out of Yasmeen's house
This week's Corrie will see Geoff's plan to destroy his secret camera thwarted, but brainwashed Yasmeen still won't admit he abused her
Dominic Cummings sparks fury as viewers say they'll 'save a fortune' on new eye test
Dominic Cummings said he took a 30 minute drive to the beauty spot of Barnard Castle to 'test his eyesight' over concerns it had been affected by a suspected case of coronavirus
Israel’s Netanyahu vows to push ahead with plans to annex parts of occupied West Bank
The comments threatened to push Israel closer to a confrontation with Arab and European partners, and could deepen what is becoming a growing partisan divide over Israel in Washington
US urges probe into alleged ethics breach at African Development Bank
The US Department of the Treasury has called on the African Development Bank (AfDB) to carry out an independent probe into alleged ethics breaches by its president, Akinwumi Adesina. In a letter obtained by AFP on Monday, US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin expressed "deep reservations" about
Trump threatens to pull Republican convention out of North Carolina
US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina unless the state's Democratic governor guarantees he will swiftly lift restrictions on large gatherings of people during the coronavirus pandemic. "Unfortunately, Democrat Governor
Memorial Day: Biden wears face mask for first public appearance in 10 weeks but Trump refuses to
Joe Biden has appeared in public for the first time in more than two months to mark Memorial Day.In contrast to Donald Trump who has not worn masks during public appearances, both Mr Biden and his wife Jill Biden wore black face masks to lay a wreath a memorial for World War II and Korean War veterans
William Small, Legendary Washington Bureau Chief for CBS News, Dies at 93
He served as the network's Washington Bureau Chief from 1962 to 1974.
Uttar Pradesh News: State Govt Releases 2257 Convicts on Parole For 8 Weeks to Decongest jails
The development comes after the Supreme Court in March directed decongesting of prisons in a bid to maintain social distancing amid Coronavirus lockdown.
David Drucker: Why Biden's latest gaffe may not be as damaging as Hillary's 'deplorables' remark
David Drucker said on Monday that “only time will tell” if presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden can rebound from his “you ain’t black enough” comments.
FBI joins 3-state manhunt for UConn student wanted in string of slayings, home invasion and kidnapping
The FBI has joined the massive search, which is now spanning three states, for a University of Connecticut student believed to be armed with several stolen guns whom police say is connected to two homicides, a kidnapping and a home invasion.
Teen girl, 17, and man die after being pulled from water in bank holiday tragedies on Cornwall coast
A MAN and a 17-year-old girl have died today in two separate tragedies on the Cornish coastline. Emergency services confirmed they attended several incidents off the coast on the Bank Holiday Monda…
To cover-up one murder, man kills nine more people with sleeping pills as his 'weapon'
Police has arrested a 26-year-old man accused of killing 10 people.
Delhi's Rail Bhavan to be shut again after staffer tests positive for COVID-19
Rail Bhavan will be closed for two days for sanitisation starting May 26 after a staffer tested positive for COVID-19
Cross River government declares 35 persons wanted over cult killings
Determined to make Cross River State a safe place to live, the State government has declared 35 persons wanted for cultism.
COVID-19: INEC wants election declared as essential service
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it would engage with relevant authorities, including the National Assembly, to designate election as an essential service due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
US limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak
Brazil has the second-highest number of confirmed coronavirus infections in the world — trailing only the United States — with more than 350,000 cases and 22,700 deaths.
First anniversary of Modi Govt 2.0: BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark year of 'historic achievements'
The spread of coronavirus, which has resulted in lockdown and ban on political meetings, has prompted the BJP to resort to using technology to mark the first anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's second term.
Indian man killed wife using cobra after failed attempt with viper: cops
An Indian man has been accused of murdering his wife with a highly venomous cobra -- weeks after failing with a viper.
Celeb-loved animal rights activist accused of staging dog abuse
A Los Angeles animal rights activist is accused of staging gruesome dog killings during trips to slaughterhouses for footage in his foundation videos, according to a report. Marc Ching, who runs the
Trump praises America’s ‘towering spirit’ in Memorial Day speech
President Trump likened the coronavirus pandemic to war during a Memorial Day visit to Fort McHenry in Maryland, saying the “towering spirit” that spurred American resistance to a British
Kentucky parents killed in car crash after son’s graduation
Nancy and Lyndon Barnett died in a car crash after leaving their son Dalton's high school graduation, school officials and authorities said.
Paedophile, 21, avoids jail after driving 200 miles to abduct schoolgirl, 15, he had groomed on dating website while pretending to be 17
Charles Fraser-Varney (pictured), 21, travelled from his home in Thetford, Norfolk, to Monmouthshire in Wales to get the schoolgirl for a night together.
'It's the Dominic Cummings lockdown tour 2020': No10 tweets reminder that Britons should 'keep 6ft apart from people you don’t live with'... sparking explosion of memes and ridicule
Furious Britons have mocked the Government for telling to keep their distance after Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his top aide for going to Durham in lockdown.
Video of Jair Bolsonaro's foul-mouthed rant calling mayor who imposed lockdown 'piece of s**t' is released as Brazil's coronavirus crisis escalates and deaths soar past 22,000
Brazilian media counted 31 presidential swear words during the two-hour cabinet meeting, in which Bolsonaro called two governors who imposed lockdowns a 'piece of s**t' and a 'pile of manure'.
Day by day, how Dominic Cummings described his fateful trip to Durham: A 260-mile dash, two weeks in a cottage and a test drive to Barnard Castle to 'check his eyes were OK'
The Downing Street backroom fixer was thrust into the limelight in an hour-long live TV grilling and defended his decision to drive 260 miles from London to County Durham.
Domestic flight service resumes: Students, migrants take the first flight home after lockdown
Many said they shelled out more to reach the airport as there were limited public transport options available.
Increased government action necessary during emergencies, duty of courts to ensure accountability: Justice DY Chandrachud
Justice DY Chandrachud said virtual court hearings cannot replace or be a substitute to physical courts as it constitutes the spine of the judicial system.
COVID-19: Hamirpur district continues to have over one-fourth cases in HP
The number of infected people in Hamirpur district has risen to 63 out of total 210 in the state as of Monday morning, as per state government data.
Turkey fears Armenia is preparing to reunite with Artsakh
Armenians have elected a new president for the unrecognised Republic of Artsakh by holding democratic elections up to international standards and norms, and
Even quarantine passes found sold in Recto
Seven men are arrested in Recto, Manila for falsifying quarantine passes intended for drivers carrying essential goods
States wanting migrants from Uttar Pradesh will need to seek permission from UP govt: CM Yogi Adityanath
Facing flak from different quarters over the plight of the migrant workers returning home from other parts of the country, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, in an apparent bid to douse
States wanting migrants from Uttar Pradesh may soon need to seek permission as CM Yogi Adityanath moots 2-point strategy
In a two-pronged strategy to secure migrant workers, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of such labourers in the state and made it clear that any
Man arrested for double murder in Mysuru
The police arrested a man for killing two people in connection with a minor accident. The accused killed the duo on Sunday and the police arrest him early on Monday. Jayapura police arrested Yogesh,
'No Eid in our home': Pakistani families mourn plane crash victims
As Fazal Rahmaan, 80 and his wife, Wahida Rahmaan, 74, boarded a plane in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Friday, their family's biggest fear was that they might get catch the coronavirus on their
Man arrest for double murder in Mysuru
The police arrested a man for killing two people in connection with a minor accident. The accused killed the duo on Sunday and the police arrest him early on Monday. Jayapura police arrested Yogesh,
Coronavirus lockdown: First flight arrives in Jaipur from Bengaluru
After the restart of domestic flight operations, the first aircraft arrived at the Jaipur airport from Bengaluru on Monday morning. The Air Asia flight with 23 passengers on board landed at 0830 hrs,
Queen guitarist Brian May was rushed to hospital after heart attack
Queen guitarist Brian May has revealed that he was rushed to the hospital by his doctor after suffering a heart attack.
NAF trains 94 Special Forces, 35 personnel in RTC Bauchi – Air Chief
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal (AM) Sadique Abubakar said that 94 Special Forces (SF) and 35 personnel had been trained at..
Oyetola mourns New Telegraph editor, says death huge blow to journalism
Gov. Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun has described the death of Alhaji Waheed Bakare, Saturday Editor of The New Telegraph Newspapers,...
Kindergarten pupil tests positive for virus ahead of expanded school reopening
A kindergarten pupil in Seoul, South Korea, has been infected with the novel coronavirus, the city’s education office said on Monday.The development...
Delhi HC exempts advocates from wearing gowns, coats during virtual hearings
A circular issued by the court directed all lawyers to be dressed in a sober and dignified manner and expected to adhere to the rest of the Dress Code, as prescribed in Part VI, Chapter IV of the Bar Council of India Rules (Rules framed under Section 49(1) (gg) of the Advocates Act, 1961).
Unmoved by earthquake, New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern carries on with TV interview
Jacinda Ardern interrupted Newshub host Ryan Bridge to tell him what was happening at the parliament complex in the capital, Wellington.
Piyush Goyal’s 2 am tweet: ‘Where is list for 125 trains from Maharashtra?’
Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Railways Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday had already engaged in a war of words over the running of Shramik special trains
Suspected cattle thief beaten to death in Tripura
A Bangladeshi youth, who is suspected to be a cattle smuggler, has been beaten to death in West Tripura along the Indo-Bangla border.
AIIMS sanitation chief dies of COVID
Senior sanitation supervisor at AIIMS, New Delhi, Heera Lal never missed a day on duty—until COVID-19 struck him last Tuesday and took him away on Monday morning.
4 flights with 448 passengers land in Imphal
Four flights with 448 passengers including two minors landed at Imphal airport on Monday, the first day of resumption of the domestic flights amid the increasing COVID-19 positive cases in Manipur. Four new positive cases were reported in the state in the last 24-hour taking the total number of COVID-19 cases to 36.
Australia suspends Olympic bid
Australia’s Queensland has suspended its bid to host the 2032 Olympics recently as the state government focuses on economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank
RAMALLAH, May 25 — Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen tomorrow in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said today. The Palestinian Authority declared a health emergency in March and imposed lockdowns after the...
Twitter Verification Purge Targets Mediaite Journalist Who Reported on Obama Spying
Twitter appears to have removed its blue "verified" checkmark from a number of users on the platform over the past few days, a purge that included Rudy Takala, a journalist for Mediaite who reported on former President Obama's abuse of government surveillance powers.
Telford care home receives dose of #KindleKindness
Kindles have been donated to a care home in Telford, after a council funding campaign to tackle loneliness and isolation during lockdown.
Police must establish whether Cummings potentially broke law, commissioner says
The acting Durham police, crime and victims commissioner said there was a ‘plethora’ of additional information which deserved examination.
Angry Barnard Castle OAPs say Dominic Cummings must go
Reaction was strong in the County Durham market town where the Downing Street adviser was reported to have visited in April.
50 trafficked ladies arrive in Nigeria from Lebanon
Kayode Oyero The Federal Government has said 69 stranded persons including 50 trafficked Nigerian ladies arrived in the country from Lebanon on Sunday. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffr...
COVID-19 reduces developing, advanced countries to same level – Buhari
Our Reporters The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), said on Sunday that he observed the Eid-el-Fitr prayers at his State House residence because of the raging COVID-19 pandemic...
Protesters hang effigy of Kentucky governor
A group of protesters in Kentucky on Sunday hung an effigy of Gov. Andy Beshear (D) outside the state Capitol during a rally celebrating the Second Amendment and opposing coronavirus restrictions.
Memorial Day tradition continues in Lynnwood amid pandemic
Loved ones placed flags at Floral Hills cemetery as bagpipes played in the distance Monday morning.
Police arrest Utah man suspected of killing his Tinder date
A Utah man was arrested Sunday on suspicion of murder after police say he told authorities he killed a 25-year-old woman he had met on the popular dating app Tinder.
2 killed, 7 injured in shooting at large party in rural S.C.
The incident started with a 911 call that complained about noise near Jonesville Saturday night. But about two and a half hours later, someone reported hearing gunshots.
Reports of my appointment to lead COVID-19 growth C’ttee is misinformation – Okowa
GOVERNOR Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, Monday debunked media reports that he has been appointed by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo t
Did not violate social distancing, lockdown norms by playing cricket: Manoj Tiwari
Manoj Tiwari said he went for the game only after the Union home ministry allowed the stadiums to reopen.
Jammu lawyer, 63, dies of Covid-19, J&K toll rises to 22
The death toll due to the novel coronavirus in J&K has gone up to 22 after a sexagenarian lawyer died at a hospital in Jammu, officials said on
Two militants killed in Kulgam gunfight, operation on: IGP Kashmir
Two militants were killed in an ongoing gunfight with the security forces in Khur Hanjipora area of South Kashmir's Kulgam district on Monday, reports
Bolsonaro rallies with supporters amid virus surge
President Jair Bolsonaro hit the streets Sunday for a rally with his supporters, ditching his face mask and breaking social distancing measures even as coronavirus cases surged in Brazil.
Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon: embassy
A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter.
UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.
Migrant woman delivers in bus in UP, twins fail to survive
The woman, her husband, and 42 others had collectively paid Rs 1.2 lakh to return to their home in West Bengal in a private bus where she delivered the twins.
SC allows Air India to fly for ten days with middle seats filled in scheduled aircraft
A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde conducted an urgent hearing on Eid holiday through video conferencing to hear the appeals of the Central government and Air India.
Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank
RAMALLAH — Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen on Tuesday in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said on Monday.
France to clamp down on illegal motorbike 'rodeo' rides
PARIS — The French government is to step up plans to clamp down on illegal motorbike “rodeo” rides, which often spark conflict between youths and the police in poor areas, it said on Monday.
Tamil Nadu Police Cover Bharat Mata Statue In Kanyakumari As ‘Locals In Vicinity’ Complain Their ‘Sentiments’ Are Hurt
The incident has led to protests by cadres of BJP, Hindu Munnani, and RSS, who later removed the cover.
‘Notifying Only 41 Shramik Trains For Maharashtra, Despite Being Prepared For 125’: Railways Minister Piyush Goyal
State's Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Thackeray had asserted that his Government had the list of migrant workers ready.
Gujarat: Massive Seizure Of Meat After Police Raid Illegal Slaughterhouse, Rescue 75 Cattle
The area has been identified as a Coronavirus hotspot and declared as red zone.
Boris Johnson's decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means 'more people will die' from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Professor Stephen Reicher said Boris Johnson had "trashed" his own government's advice on the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
How a deer had to be rescued from a police station
'It seems as though wildlife is getting used to quieter towns and less traffic on the roads'
America’s Continuing Efforts To Conquer Syria
The U.S. regime is focusing its Syria campaign solely on its goal to steal Syria’s oil, and has handed off to its UK partner the rest of the military and diplomatic operation to conquer and replace Syria’s Government. That operation is now under the direction of Ben Wallace, UK’s Defence Secretary.
Terrorists shot in attempted terror attack in Samaria - Defense/Security
Two terrorists shot and neutralized during abortive stabbing attack near the town of Amichai in Samaria.
Thankful bride invites EMT who saved her to her wedding - Inside Israel
A year after suffering second-degree burns in an accident, new bride invites the EMT who responded to her call to her wedding.
Mnangagwa running out of time
PRESSURE is mounting on the country's political leadership to put their differences aside and hold much-needed dialogue to help end the country's deepening econ...
Hong Kong security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as China security laws loom
Hong Kong's security chief said "terrorism" was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing's plans to ...
Staten Island boat fire injures 5 people, 3 hospitalized
Authorities say a boat caught fire off Staten Island with five people aboard, sending three to the hospital.
85-year-old ex-DG of Imo Broadcasting Corporation ‘stabs wife to death’
Theophilus Okere, a former director-general of the Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), allegedly stabbed his wife to death at Imerinwe community in the Ngor-Okpala local government area of Imo on Monday. Aged
‘He used his talent to serve the nation’ — Buhari mourns late journalist
President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the media industry, particularly Nigeria Union of Journalists and Nigeria Guild of Editors, over the passing of Waheed Bakare, Saturday editor of New Telegraph.
Evening top 5: No new coronavirus deaths in Republic as 59 new cases confirmed
Coronavirus: No new deaths reported in Republic for first time since MarchThere have been no new...
Patrick Ewing discharged from hospital following COVID-19 battle
NBA legend Patrick Ewing has been discharged from hospital and is now recovering from COVID-19 at...
Video shows mom accused of killing autistic son pushing him into Miami canal
Newly released video appears to show the Florida woman accused of killing her son with autism pushing the boy into a canal — in what authorities say was a first, but thwarted, murder
Long lines outside NYC bike stores as people avoid public transportation
Forget Trader Joe’s — long lines are snaking around the corners of Big Apple bicycle stores as transit-averse New Yorkers seek a safe way to get around during the coronavirus
13 charges laid after dramatic downtown police pursuit
Toronto police have laid 13 charges against a Toronto man they allege was involved in a dramatic police pursuit through the downtown core which also involved a stolen police cruiser.
Hyderabad: Murders of seers reveal sinister designs, says HJS
Hyderabad: The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) condemning the growing incidents of brutal killings of Hindu Sadhus in different parts of the country has demanded a thorough probe to bring perpetrators...
Warangal: Cops crack mystery of migrants deaths
Warangal: After a thorough investigation into the mysterious mass death case in which nine bodies were fished out from a well in Warangal, the police on Sunday cracked the mystery with the arrest of...
Fine Gael TDs want economic ‘realism’, Coveney told
Tanaiste Simon Coveney has been told by Fine Gael figures that there must be “realism” and prudence in any economic plans after the Covid-19 pandemic.
Several high school students in Georgia tested positive for COVID-19 after attending a drive-through graduation parade
Several high school students in Georgia tested positive for COVID-19 after participating in a drive-through graduation ceremony, school officials said in a letter to students’ families that was first reported by CNN.
Americans make low-key Memorial Day tributes, coronavirus overshadowing events
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Americans paid a low-key tribute to those who died serving in the U.S. Armed Forces on Monday, with many Memorial Day events canceled because of the coronavirus epidemic that has killed nearly 100,000 people in the United States alone.
'Terrace House' star Kimura likely took her own life using toxic gas
Hana Kimura, the 22-year-old female professional wrestler who was among the cast of the internationally popular Netflix reality show "Terrace House," is believed to have killed herself using toxic gas at her Tokyo home where she was living alone, investigative sources said Monday. Kimura, who had been a target of…
Japan airs strong concern after Hong Kong rally over security law
Japan is watching the situation in Hong Kong "with strong concern" after demonstrators took to the streets to protest China's plan to enact a controversial security law, the top government spokesman said Monday. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga told a press conference that a free and open system ought to…
Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to British PM Johnson refuses to resign
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from lawmakers, Church of…
Man swims across moat to enter Imperial Palace grounds
A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts of the grounds, police said. They said the man appeared to be in his 40s and was arrested mid-morning after emerging on palace grounds shortly before…
Minor fire causes evacuation of Target store in central Las Vegas
A small fire inside a Target store Monday afternoon caused an evacuation of the business in central Las Vegas.
PD: Bicyclist hit, killed after collision near Pima and Happy Valley roads
Scottsdale police a male bicyclist has died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday morning.
Shunned by his party, Iowa’s Steve King fights for his seat
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Rep. Steve King is fighting for his political life — but not because he's compared immigrants crossing the border illegally to cattle. His Republican opponents...
Authorities: Bear attacks mountain biker in southern Montana
BILLINGS, Montana (AP) — A mountain biker was attacked by a grizzly bear Monday near the southern Montana community of Big Sky, according to authorities. Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks...
Congress weighs choice: ‘Go big’ on virus aid or hit ‘pause’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress is at a crossroads in the coronavirus crisis, wrestling over whether to “go big,” as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi wants for the next relief bill, or...
Atlanta is home to 2 potential contenders for Biden’s VP
ATLANTA (AP) — Neither public rivals nor personal friends, Keisha Lance Bottoms and Stacey Abrams spent years climbing parallel ladders at Atlanta City Hall and the Georgia Capitol. They are...
3-Day Ceasefire in Afghanistan to Continue for Another Week - Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The three-day ceasefire announced in Afghanistan on the occasion of the Eid al-Fitr holiday will be extended for another week, Afghan media reported...
Angry shoppers shame woman in NY store for not wearing mask then kick her out
'Get the f*ck out of here,' one of the customers screams at the woman, who throws her hands up in protest.
Labour Day project in St Catherine shut down by police
Residents of Pear Tree Grove and surrounding areas in the Troja Division in St Catherine are expressing shock and dismay that they were ordered to discontinue their Labour Day project by the Riversdale Police.
Mary-Kate Olsen quickly files for divorce from Olivier Sarkozy after an eight-week moratorium on court proceedings in NYC is lifted
The documents, a summons and complaint, were filed electronically with Manhattan county clerk on Monday.
Bank Holiday tragedy as teenage girl and man drown on same stretch of Cornish coastline as UK comes out of coronavirus lockdown
Officers described a 'very tough day' in Cornwall amid the two fatalities, which took place in separate incidents on Monday afternoon.
Man charged with murder over death of four-year-old Brisbane girl
A 43-year-old man was due to appear in court on Tuesday after the death of the child in the suburb of Cannon Hill
Greek PM: We have left the difficulties behind, but the danger is not over
During an interview on STAR TV on Monday, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis drew attention to Greece's Covid-19 success story, stated there is "no
‘The Walking Dead’ Twitter Calls Out Missouri Pool-Goers For Being The Sort Of People To Hide A Walker Bite
As social distancing rules were flouted on the Memorial Day weekend, the ‘Walking Dead’ Twitter account likened to those who would ‘100% hide a walker bite.’ As the U.S. ...
Over 9,000 left homeless, 30,000 affected in floods in Assam, Meghalaya amidst coronavirus pandemic
The flood triggered by heavy rains since Friday affected over 30,000 people in Assam and neighbouring Meghalaya and left more than 9,000 homeless on Monday. The daily flood bulletin issued by Assam
Out of the house: Biden makes first public campaign stop in weeks
Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veteran's
Hundreds of Gold Coast homes experiencing power outage
Hundreds of Gold Coast homes are without power this morning, after an outage towards the southern end of the coast. Over 1,300 residences have been affected, across the suburbs of Burleigh Heads…
Liberal hopeful quits after scrutiny over driving record, party investigation
WA Liberal candidate Christopher Tan, who was preselected to run in a winnable upper house seat, has quit at a party meeting called to reconsider his endorsement.
Covid-19, lockdown and new charges of corruption lead to delay in Zuma corruption trial
Less than a week after former president Jacob Zuma pegged the country’s judiciary alongside that of the apartheid state, the former president is attempting to direct when his corruption trial should be heard.
Centre must not view Maharashtra as state ruled by opposition: Sanjay Raut
On Monday, Raut took a dig at the Union minister Piyush Goyal, saying, “Though Goyal is a minister in the Union government, he is representing Maharashtra in Rajya Sabha. The issues of Maharashtra and Mumbai are different and the leaders from the Union government must understand that."
Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out
LONDON, May 26 — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign yesterday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 400 km from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight Covid-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from...
Americans make low-key Memorial Day tributes, coronavirus overshadowing events
NEW YORK, May 26 — Americans paid a low-key tribute to those who died serving in the US Armed Forces yesterday, with many Memorial Day events canceled because of the coronavirus epidemic that has killed nearly 100,000 people in the United States alone. In some places, scaled-down ceremonies were...
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Activists Jailed for 'Not Made in China' Masks
Hong Kong Customs arrested a member of a local pro-democracy group for allegedly violating a trade descriptions ordinance.
Law enforcement breaks up party of 200 people at Kaena Point State Park overnight | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Law enforcement broke up a large beach party of approximately 200 people accused of violating emergency rules at Kaena Point State Park on Oahu’s North Shore late Sunday.
Biden set to make risky economic argument against Trump
Joe Biden is taking on President Trump over the economy.
KZN councillor killed in 'hail of bullets' outside his home
The murder of Mtubatuba councillor Philip Mkhwanazi was met with shock and sadness by colleagues and comrades.
Africa Day 2020: Buhari calls for peace and love among continent's leaders
President Muhammadu Buhari has sued for unity and peace among African countries, saying it is a prerequisite for sustainable development as continent unites.
Poachers Killed One of the Rarest Birds in Bulgaria
Attempts have been made in Bulgaria for several years to restore the bird population. The killed vulture, named "Ultron", was donated to Bulgaria by a Belgian zoo.
In phone call, PM Imran and Erdogan decide to enhance cooperation against Covid-19
Turkish president offers Eid greetings, condoles loss of lives in Karachi plane crash, says PMO.
Partygoers celebrate as Iceland's nightclubs reopen
Iceland's dancefloors once again pulsed to the beat as the country's nightclubs reopened on Monday after a nine-week closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.
25 booked in UP for gathering at mosque for Eid prayers
A case was registered against 25 people under Section 188 (disobedience to order) of the Indian Penal Code, as well as the Disaster Management Act, the police said.
Quebec coroner recommends more training for police dealing with domestic violence
MONTREAL — A coroner is recommending more training for police officers who intervene in domestic violence cases following the murder of a Quebec woman by her ex-boyfriend when she returned home to retrieve her belongings.
Half of English-speakers, 90% of French-speakers support sovereignty - Inside Israel
Poll finds plurality of English-speakers, overwhelming majority of French-speakers in Israel support application of sovereignty.
Russia seeking 18-year sentence for alleged US spy Paul Whelan - Foreign Affairs
Ex-US Marine Paul Whelan was arrested 18 months ago, continues to protest his innocence.
Two new cases of COVID-19 detected at FMC Abeokuta
Barely 24 hours after the confirmation of three new coronavirus cases and one death at he Federal Medical Centre , Idi- Aba Abeokuta, the the facility again
Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from North Carolina
US President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event ...
Italy recruits volunteers to control crowds as COVID-19 lockdown eases
Italy's government will ask some 60,000 citizens to work as volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as it gradually removes coronavirus ...
Armstrong Creek man charged over principal’s hit-run death in Beaumaris
Victoria Police say a man has been charged over a hit-and-run crash that left a dedicated teacher dead in Melbourne on Sunday.
Kazakhstan Reforms Protest Law Amid Tough Criticism From Rights Groups
Kazakhstan has reformed laws on strictly controlled peaceful assembly that critics say fall short of international human rights standards and amount to window dressing.
Trump restricts travel from Brazil as its number of coronavirus cases spike
President Donald Trump's order, set to take effect Tuesday applies to noncitizens who were in Brazil within 14 days of trying to enter the US.
Trichy: Boy, 14, murders girl, 9, after sexual assault bid
A nine-year-old girl, who was found with severe injuries on her head in a jasmine farm at Krishnasamudram near Manapparai, died at the Mahatma Gandhi
BJP MPs 'attend' Taiwan event, irk China
India News: Asking India to refrain from interfering in its "internal" affairs, the Chinese have taken umbrage at BJP MPs Meenakshi Lekhi and Rahul Kaswan's "virt
WATCH: Trump Campaign Hits Back at Biden's Racist Takes In a New Ad
Former Vice President Joe Biden put his foot in his mouth when he told Charlamagne tha God that African Americans who decide to support President Donald Trump "ain't black." The Trump re-election campaign used the opportunity to highlight the numerous instances the former veep lied to blacks as a means of pandering.
YIAGA, others, decry Buhari’s appointments, neglect of young people in cabinet
The leaders of the CSOs bare their minds in a chat with Vanguard at the weekend, which they expressed dismay and called for young people’s inclusion in governance
AFAN lauds Gov Ayade over tax exemption for farmers
AFAN, Sunday, lauded the Governor of Cross River State, Prof Ben Ayade, overtax exemption of farmers, especially smallholder farmers
Jharkhand to begin evaluation of Class 10, 12 answer sheets from 28 May; teachers to follow social distancing norms, use masks and sanitisers
The evaluation of matriculation and intermediate examination answer sheets in Jharkhand will begin from 28 May, the Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) decided in accordance with instructions by the state education department
UP To Set Up Migration Commission To Employ Returnee Migrants
In a two-pronged strategy to secure migrant workers, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of such labourers in the state and made it clear that any state that wants them from UP has to seek its permission.
Services to resume in New Jersey county where rabbis were first to end communal prayer - US & Canada
Services to resume in New Jersey's Bergen County, where rabbis were first to end communal prayer.
Brother of Linwood man missing for 10 years: "I sometimes dream he's come home"
Stuart Dallas says he still finds himself looking online for his brother Edward Dallas, 47, who vanished in 2010 and hasn't been seen since.
Robber in court for $979 899 gold heist
A MAN from Pumula South in Bulawayo, who was part of a five-member gang, appeared in court on Thursday facing armed robbery charges involving 1 170,30 grammes o...
2014 MDC camps may need mediation
TWO camps have emerged from the MDC-T 2014 structures following the mooted Supreme Court ruling for the MDC-T 2014 structures to organise an extraordinary congr...
Chamisa claims Africa's electoral system is a big circus
OPPOSITION MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa has slammed Africa's electoral system as a "big circus if not an embarrassment to the continent", hence the recurr...
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as COVID-19 death toll nears 100,000
Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a ...
China's proposed national security law should be on G7 agenda: Former Hong Kong governor
The United Kingdom should ensure that China's efforts to impose a new national security law on Hong Kong are on the agenda for the G7 meeting in ...
Two Militants Killed In Kulgam Encounter, Operation Still On: IGP Kashmir
2 militants have been killed in Khur Village of Kulgam. The operation is still on. The identity of the terrorists is yet to be discovered: IGP Kashmir
Armagh farmer linked to motor ‘chop shop’ after police search
A farmer accused of involvement in a ‘chop shop’ of high-value stolen cars being run by an organised crime gang on his land was refused bail yesterday.
Netanyahu becomes the first Israeli prime minister to stand trial over corruption and fraud cases
Last year, Netanyahu was indicted on bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges as part of three separate corruption cases.
2 men jailed for selling fake Q-pass in Bulacan
TWO men selling fake quarantine pass in Bulacan were arrested by the local police in an entrapment operation in Malolos City shortly before noon Sunday, Bulacan Police Provincial Office director, Colonel Lawrence B. Cajipe said.
2 kids killed in mortar blast
COTABATO CITY – The military here launched an investigation following Sunday’s alleged mortar blast that killed two children and wounded over a dozen others in Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao.
Fake PNP-IMEG agent arrested in Cebu
A MAN who was found to be posing as an officer of the Philippine National Police Integrity Monitoring and Enforcement Group (PNP-IMEG) is now in jail after being arrested by real policemen last Sunday afternoon, PNP-IMEG director, Brigadier General Ronald O. Lee announced yesterday.
PNP to go hammer and tongs vs 405 for SAP aid anomalies
PHILIPPINE National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group director, Major General Joel Napoleon M. Coronel, yesterday said a total of 405 persons are under fire for their alleged involvement in anomalies regarding the distribution of Social Amelioration Program (SAP) cash subsidy.
Aberdeen pensioner Robin Green 74, missing overnight amid lockdown as cops urge public to be on the lookout
A PENSIONER has vanished from Aberdeen – with cops now urging the public to be on the lookout for him. Keen hillwalker Robin Green, 74, disappeared from the West End area of the city yesterda…
Afghan president pledges to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has started the process to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a "goodwill gesture", his spokesperson said, in a move that came after the government welcomed the armed group's surprise announcement of a three-day ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Air India can assign middle seats on rescue flights for now: Supreme Court
“After June 6, it must operate in compliance with any interim orders passed by the High Court”.
Teen who boasted after killing angler on fishing trip found dead in jail cell
Lenny Crawt was just 16 when angler Scott Wilkinson, 49, was punched, kicked and stabbed before his head was smashed in with a piece of wood on Donkey Island in the Thames in Surrey
Serial rapist Beast of Kavos breaks back plunging 100ft into Corfu ravine
Dimitris Aspiotis, 47, a serial predator who raped seven British woman in the Greek holiday isle of Kavos has been arrested after he plummeted into a deep ravine
Victorian father faces new charges over alleged Philippines child sex
New charges filed against man accused of engaging in sexual activity with children during a trip to the Philippines and having the alleged act filmed.
Lawyer claims crook trying to use Gobbo to get off 'might be confused'
Drug trafficker Francesco Madafferi wants to use Informer 3838 scandal to secure release but prosecutors say he might be confused about what led to conviction.
Coronavirus Lockdown: Middle Seats Must Be Kept Empty On Flights For Stranded Indians: Supreme Court
Air India can operate flights with middle seats occupied only for the next 10 days, the court said. New Delhi: … Coronavirus Lockdown: Middle Seats Must Be Kept Empty On Flights For Stranded Indians: Supreme Court Read More »
Three Republican groups sue California governor over mail-in-vote order
California was the first state in the country to commit to sending mail-in ballots to all registered voters for the November election, a move responding to the coronavirus pandemic. "Democrats continue to use this pandemic as a ploy to implement their partisan election agenda, and Governor Newsom
Netanyahu becomes the first Israeli prime minister to stand trial over corruption and fraud cases
Last year, Netanyahu was indicted on bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges as part of three separate corruption cases.
At New Delhi airport, hundreds of people anxious to get home but apprehensive about the risks queued from before dawn
Domestic flights resumed in India on Monday even as coronavirus cases surge, while confusion about quarantine rules prompted jitters among passengers and the cancellation of dozens of planes. India had halted all flights within the country, and departing and leaving for abroad, in late March as it sought
Oklahoma farmer leaves surprising gift to research
He was still driving the Ford truck he’d bought in 1986 when he died last summer in an accident on his Waynoka farm at the age of 78.
Trump slams Biden ad critical of golf outing
President Trump late Sunday lashed out at Joe Biden after the likely Democrat nominee criticized his golf outing earlier in the day as the country approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths.
Agriculture reforms threaten to split politicians
Farmers demand access to affordable inputs and defeat of cartels strangling sector.
Trump suspends travel from Brazil
Brazil now has the second-biggest caseload in the world.
‘Revert to our agreement’ — south-east govs differ with IGP on community policing
the federal government reached an agreement with south-west governors on a legal framework for Amotekun.
Johnson under pressure over defence of Cummings' lockdown breach
The UK Prime Minister is coming under increasing pressure to sack his top adviser after it emerge...
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The Airbus A-320 from Lahore to Karachi was 15 nautical miles from the Jinnah International Airport, flying at an altitude of 10,000 feet above the ground instead of 7,000 when the Air Traffic Control (ATC) issued its first warning to lower the plane's altitude, Geo News quoted an ATC report as saying.
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000
All 50 states in the US have relaxed coronavirus restrictions to some degree
Victorian father faces new charges over alleged Philippines child sex
New charges filed against man accused of engaging in sexual activity with children during a trip to the Philippines and having the alleged act filmed.
Lawyer claims crook trying to use Gobbo to get off 'might be confused'
Drug trafficker Francesco Madafferi wants to use Informer 3838 scandal to secure release but prosecutors say he might be confused about what led to conviction.
Johnson risks party wrath to back aide who crossed UK during lockdown
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday, despite calls from within his own Conservative Party for the aide to resign for driving 250 miles during the coronavirus lockdown.
Taiwan vows 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong residents
Protests reignited in Hong Kong over the weekend against Beijing's move to pass national security legislation, resulting in at least 180 arrests, police said.
China proposes lifting North Korea sanctions
May 25 (UPI) -- China's top diplomat called on the United States to ease North Korea sanctions, the same day North Korea's Kim Jong Un discussed strengthening nuclear deterrence, according to state media reports.
On This Day: 'Oprah Winfrey Show' airs for last time
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Alpine skiing: 2021 World Championships in Italy may be pushed back a year
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Louisiana state trooper dies from injuries suffered in on-duty crash
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Scotland's NHS would have struggled during pandemic without 'massive' contribution of migrant workers
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Scot whose mum died from coronavirus at care home says 'new admissions killed her'
Caroline Grattan says she was not given adequate information as her mum’s health deteriorated and believes new admissions during the crisis could be responsible for the outbreak that killed her.
'I’m going to murder you' Scots woman set on fire in doorstep lighter fuel attack relives ordeal in plea to parole board
Anne Crossan has written to the Parole Board for Scotland begging them to keep Stewart Watson caged.
Convicted Scots rapist threatened to "snap" girlfriend's neck during savage assault
Richard Wotherspoon admitted attacking his girlfriend during the horrifying ordeal at a Bellshill flat in January.
White House limits travel to US from Brazil due to coronavirus
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Abt disqualified after gamer takes his place in virtual race
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US may ban travellers from Brazil on Sunday over COVID-19 outbreak
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New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview on Monday morning.
Mozilla, Twitter, Reddit join forces in effort to block browsing data from warrantless access | ZDNet
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Kerala man arrested for getting wife killed by snake
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No Indian Soldier Detained, Says Army As Standoff With Chinese Troops Continues In Ladakh
The Chinese side has strengthened its presence in the Galwan Valley, erecting around 100 tents in the last two weeks.
Coronavirus India lockdown Day 62 live updates | May 25, 2020
Data from Johns Hopkins University show that the total number of cases in India has surpassed that of Iran and India now has the 10th highest number of confirmed cases worldwide.
Western Australia state hit by ‘once-in-a-decade’ storm
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Council urges all planning decisions be removed from its power
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Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to Hong Kong’s people
Number of Hong Kong immigrants to Taiwan jumped 150 per cent in first four months of 2020 compared to same period in 2019
Hong Kong security chief warns of growing ‘terrorism’ as government backs Beijing’s planned security laws
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Republican groups sue California over expanded mail-in voting
A GOP official called the state's effort "radical" and a "recipe for disaster that would create more opportunities for fraud."
Abe's 'own goals' slash support rates even as Japan's coronavirus emergency set to be lifted
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Hong Kong security law: What is it and is it worrying?
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Shocking! Mentally Disabled Minor Gangraped, Strangulated to Death by Brother, 3 Friends
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Would Netanyahu’s Trial be Different in an American Court?
No one will ever know whether a randomly selected group of Israelis would have charged the Israeli prime minister with committing crimes if Israel had a grand-jury procedure.
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.
Ghana close to easing virus restrictions
The country banned social gatherings on March 15.
‘Violating interstate movement ban dangerous to COVID-19 fight’
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Brother allegedly sets pregnant sister ablaze for slapping mother
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Akwa Ibom decries absence of COVID-19 test centre
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Governor charge Muslims to imbibe lessons of Ramadan
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Gambari as rallying point for Kwara politics
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Teenager fakes own death on social media to avoid financial pressure from mother
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No signs of Indian, Chinese troops backing off as standoff heads for long haul
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New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth of about 52 kilometres (32 miles) near Levin, about 90 kilometres north of Wellington, the US Geological Survey said.
Council urges all planning decisions be removed from its power
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On the campaign trail, best beware candid signs lurking in the grass
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Three Charged With Murder Of Carlow Teenager In Australia
A teenager and two men have been remanded in custody after they were charged with the murder of a Carlow teenager in Australia.
Judge rules Florida law restricting voting rights of ex-felons unconstitutional
May 24 (UPI) -- A federal judge on Sunday granted a permanent injunction against a controversial Florida law requiring former felons to pay outstanding legal fines or fees before regaining their right to vote, ruling the measure was unconstitutional.
String of missteps slash Abe's support rates
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Covid-19: Gujarat Deputy CM defends government after HC says Ahmedabad hospital ‘worse than dungeon’
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Aaditya Thackeray says state govt may ease restrictions in staggered manner from May 31
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Sack Cummings – His Illegal & Irresponsible Actions Deserve Punishment
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Second Iranian Tanker 'Forest' Reaches Venezuelan Exclusive Economic Zone, Tracking Data Shows
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Jared Kushner Seeking to Modify Republican Party Platform, Report Claims
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Hockey Legend Balbir Singh Sr Passes Away
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GOP lawmaker demands Trump STOP promoting Joe Scarborough murder conspiracy theory and warns 'it will destroy us' - as the dead aide's family say they fear retaliation from trolls if they speak up
Illinois Rep. Adam Kinzinger tweeted President Trump Sunday about the 'completely unfounded conspiracy'. 'Just stop. Stop spreading it, stop creating paranoia. It will destroy us,' he said.
Lawyer faults Reps’ moves to strip Police Service Commission of powers
Mom said the Police Service Commission is a creation of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and that its powers, mandate and what it can do or cannot do can only be carried out by constitutional amendment.
FRSC to Ogun: Relocate Ota toll gate motor park, market
The Unit Commander of FRSC, Akeem Ganiya, made the appeal in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Ota.
Community Policing: South East Governors reject IG’s model
The Forum's Chairman and Governor of Ebonyi State, Chief David Umahi, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the outcome of their enlarged periodic meeting held at the Enugu State Government House, Enugu on Sunday.
Why I claimed I was dead — Teenager declared dead, buried by friends in Lagos
Ikumu, who was handed over to the police by her employer where she serves as a house help, revealed the cause of her action when she was questioned by the police
Edo crisis: Why Tinubu, Obaseki have not met — Investigation
According to inside sources, Tinubu, a former Governor of Lagos State, has been around in the country and is not averse to seeing the embattled Governor of Edo State, who has been locked in a supremacy battle with his predecessor and National Chairman of the APC, Adams Oshiomhole, The Eagle Online was told
Lockdown: Nightclubs shut, operators dragged to court in Abuja
This was revealed by the Chairman of the enforcement team, Ikharo Attah, on Sunday when he spoke with newsmen
Myanmar army accused of new atrocities in attack on Rakhine village
Less than three years since a crackdown against Rohingya, troops are again accused of war crimes – this time against Rakhine Buddhists
Why is Trump so restrained about the Biden sexual assault allegation?
The president rarely misses a chance to sling mud but he has been uncharacteristically quiet about Tara Reade’s claim
Cotabato City mayor's top aide shot dead
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Domestic flights resume after two months; many say flights cancelled without notice
Domestic passenger flights resumed in India after a gap of two months and the country will see around 600 services on Monday.
Missing Tasman trampers: Search suspended due to bad weather
They have been missing in Kahurangi National Park for over two weeks.
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US returnees accuse NCDC of abandonment, threaten protest
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Senator expresses concern as Abuja Muslims storm Nasarawa
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Buhari’s aide, others fault N1m fine against British airline
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Father’s death: Lille offer Osimhen private jet to visit family
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FG rules out involvement in Bash Ali record fight
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Office invasion: Minister, Dabiri-Erewa fight dirty on social media
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Two trucks crash at petrol station in Warrenheip
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Republicans sue California Gov. Newsom over his executive order to allow mail-in voting for the November election
The Republican Party is suing California Gov. Gavin Newsom over his May 8 executive order to allow every registered California voter to submit a ballot by mail for the upcoming presidential election.
Duale to know his fate next week as Tuju says no disloyal members will be spared
Uhuru expected to host Jubilee MPs at State House on June 2nd
Jonathan, Gbagi, Omo-Agege felicitate with Chief E K Clark at 93
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CMCO: Roadblocks throughout Malaysia tightened despite no attempts at interstate travels, says Bukit Aman
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180 Arrested in Hong Kong Protests Against Chinese Takeover
Thousands of protesters filled the streets of Hong Kong on Sunday to denounce Beijing’s plan to impose a draconian national security law.
Donald Trump Lays Wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
President Donald Trump recognized Memorial Day on Monday, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Kim Jong-un Resurfaces for Meeting on 'Nuclear War Deterrence'
North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un resurfaced once again this weekend to chair a meeting on the country's nuclear weapons program.
COVID-19: South Korean pupil tests positive ahead of school reopening
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Democratic leaders say Trump testing strategy is 'to deny the truth' about lack of supplies
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Open Skies withdrawal throws nuclear treaty into question
President Trump's move this week to withdraw from an international pact meant to prevent accidental war has added to concerns about the fate of a separate arms control treaty with Russia.
Report reveals Pak pilot ignored three altitude warnings before crashing
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Sena, Cong take jibe at Goyal over diversion of UP-bound train
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China accuses US of spreading coronavirus conspiracies
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Boris’ defence of top aide breaching lockdown causes stir
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130 people deceived by fake job advert at Bara hospital
About 130 desperate job seekers were duped when they applied for fictitious jobs at the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, the Gauteng Department of Health said on Monday.
'Unfolding calamity' - Saftu threatens strike if public servants are forced back to work under lockdown Level 3
Two of South Africa's trade union federations have raised concerns over government's announcement that public servants must go back to work when the country gears down to Level 3 of the lockdown from next week, with the South African Federation of Trade Unions threatening strike action.
Two killed as fire engulfs IDP camp in Borno
The Borno state governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum has visited the Muna garage IDP camp where more than 1613 houses were gutted by fire on the eve of Eid.
Alligator Who Survived Second World War Bombing Dies
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Biden Lays Memorial Wreath in First Public Event Since Virus
Joe Biden emerged Monday from his stay-at-home lockdown after more than 10 weeks to mark Memorial Day with a tribute to veterans.
Woman forced to close company because husband refuses to watch child after 3 days
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PHOTOS: New look of NIDCOM office after eviction
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At 93, I will never change in my position on Equity, Justice, Fairness – Clark
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Nicola Sturgeon says Dominic Cummings should apologise to nation for flouting lockdown rules
Nicola Sturgeon has called on Boris Johnson's chief adviser to admit he made a mistake and apologise to the nation over an alleged breach of coronavirus lockdown rules.
Police investigating assault with intent to rape as woman, 25, fights off man in Fife park
A woman fought off a potential rapist in a Fife park at the weekend.
Pilot of PIA flight ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude before Pakistan crash: Report
Pakistani investigators are trying to find out if the PIA crash is attributable to a pilot error or a technical glitch.
It's Eid and I'm away from family: Cancelled flight forces Assam man to spend 24 hours at Mumbai airport
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Putin makes Kremlin appearance as virus restrictions ease
President Vladimir Putin made a rare recent appearance in the Kremlin on Monday as Russia prepares to ease lockdown restrictions imposed over the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump Pats Himself On The Back For Waiting Longer Than Usual To Visit His Golf Club
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Tri-state manhunt underway for suspect in Connecticut double homicide
Police in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania are on the lookout for a 23-year-old man suspected of killing two people as part of a larger crime spree over Memorial Day weekend.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview.
Derogatory Remarks Against Dalits: Why Three Senior DMK MPs Face Legal Problems
The cases of these three MPs are a bit amusing as they invited the trouble on themselves.
More Troubles For AAP MLA Prakash Jarwal: Tanker Owners Claim He Collected Bribes Up To Rs 60 Lakh A Month
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Owner of collapsed building charged with 19 counts
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Lance Armstrong says stepfather 'beat the s— out of me' as a child in '30 for 30' doc
Armstrong's stepfather admitted to driving him
Arson suspected in early morning blaze that damaged Montreal cell tower
MONTREAL — Police say arson is suspected in a fire that badly damaged a telecommunications tower in southwestern Montreal early Monday. There were no injuries stemming fro. the blaze, which was reported about 3:45 a.m.
ILO expresses deep concern at ‘suspension’ of labour laws
Appeals to Modi to uphold international commitments
Opposition to form panel soon to draft action plan against Centre
Workers’ rights, deaths due to hunger and negligible relief package to be discussed
NDP makes support for suspending Commons contingent on permanent sick leave
The Liberals over the weekend proposed to waive ‘normal’ House of Commons
ANALYSIS: Lebanon is teetering on the brink - Middle East
Neither Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah nor Lebanese President Michel Aoun care about restoring Lebanon to its once-respected status.
Dismissal, reprimands in case of soldier who committed suicide - Defense/Security
Investigation into death of soldier military police attempted to recruit as a source finds serious faults in treatment of soldier.
‘Palestinian’ Rioters Burn Tires, throw Rocks over PA Eid al-Fitr Mosque Closures
Clashes erupt in the Palestinian Authority as residents take to the streets to protest against virus lockdowns imposed for the holiday.
Police officers invade retired civil servant's home, shoot son
The police spokesperson said the incident is being investigated.
Police launch manhunt after attempted rape of woman in Dunfermline park
A woman was followed by the man before he pushed her to the ground.
SAPS arrest 5 for smuggling cigarettes
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PHOTOS: Hungry Zimbabweans queue for porridge in Chitungwiza
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Afghans Want Ceasefire to Continue Beyond Eid
The announcement of the three-day ceasefire has raised hopes among Afghans who say it should continue in order to begin the intra-Afghan negotiations and move the peace process forward.
Afghans Want Ceasefire to Continue Beyond Eid
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Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected
Taliban made the three-day truce offer that started Sunday to mark the Eid al-Fitr holiday
Karan Johar's Two House Helps Test Positive For Coronavirus
Karan Johar said that two members of his household staff have tested positive for COVID-19. He informed everyone that he and his family members will remain under self-isolation for the next fourteen days.
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
Pakistan News: KARACHI: The pilot of the crashed Pakistan International Airlines plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's a.
Devon and Cornwall MPs stay quiet on actions of Dominic Cummings
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Girlfriend, 18, accused of murdering Fife man by driving over his head at farm
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Edinburgh man who brutally murdered neighbour in crazed knife attack dies in Shotts Prison
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Modi conveys Eid greetings to Bangladesh PM, Abu Dhabi crown prince
Modi and Sheikh Hasina share their assessment of the damage caused by cyclone Amphan.Sheikh Zayed and Modi express satisfaction about the effective cooperation between the two countries during the covid-19 pandemic situation
Trump: We will move Republican convention unless crowds allowed
President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state's Democratic governor does not immediately sign off on allowing a full-capacity gathering in August despite the continuing coronavirus pandemic.
Questions remain after US cop kills Muslim man who 'threw rocks'
The Muslim community in the US state of Georgia is searching for answers after a sheriff's deputy shot and killed a Sudanese-American man earlier this month.
A tale of two Trumps
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Coronavirus | 103 more COVID-19 positive cases detected in Odisha
96 of them are migrant workers who returned recently, says government
24-year-old guest worker from Bihar held for Warangal killings
Nine people sedated, thrown into well to cover up murder of a woman
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Coronavirus | Forced to stay in car for five days despite testing negative for COVID-19
Villagers’ apprehensions and stigma attached to the disease are to blame for my fate, he says.
Coronavirus | 103 more COVID-19 positive cases detected in Odisha
96 of them are migrant workers who returned recently, says government
Cyclist seriously injured in 'devastating' collision on country lane
Police have launched an investigation
Dominic Cummings admits driving 30 miles after suspected coronavirus - to 'check his eyesight'
The unprecedented statement in Downing Street's Rose Garden came as the top aide offered no apology for his 260-mile drive to Durham - and revealed he went back into No10 hours after contact with his sick wife
Dominic Cummings says 'I do not regret what I did' and refuses to apologise
The Prime Minister's key aide has said he believes he acted "reasonably" by making a 260-mile trip to Durham during the coronavirus lockdown - and said he has not considered resigning
America's Got Talent star 'still not free' after vital clue proved he was wrongly jailed
Unreliable identification techniques led innocent Archie Williams to suffers 37 years in prison after being wrongfully convicted of rape and stabbing
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Durham Police now say Dominic Cummings' family given 'no specific advice' about lockdown
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6-year-old discovers rare 3,500-year-old tablet
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Libya’s coast guard intercepted about 400 migrants off country’s Mediterranean coast, UN agency says
A spokeswoman for the International Organization for Migration said the migrants were taken to the al-Nasser detention centre in the town of Zawya, west of Tripoli
OSCE reports 44 civilian victims in Donbas hostilities since early 2020
The victims include six fatalities and 38 injuries.
US expands travel ban to Brazil, poised to cross 100,000 toll
The travel ban goes into effect from Friday and applies to immigrants and non-immigrants from Brazil, same as earlier orders suspending travelers from China, Iran, the Schengen area, the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Spain revises coronavirus death toll down by nearly 2,000
Spain's health ministry revised the country's coronavirus death toll down by nearly 2,000 to 26,834 on Monday after checking data provided by regions. Health emergency coordinator Fernando Simon said checks of the data had shown that some deaths had previously been counted twice and that some
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Paul Whelan was detained in Moscow in December 2018 for allegedly receiving state secrets
Russian prosecutors on Monday called for a former US marine charged with spying to be sentenced to 18 years in prison, after a closed-door trial denounced by Washington and his family. Paul Whelan, 50, was detained in Moscow in December 2018 for allegedly receiving state secrets, but he insists he was
Trump threatens to move Republican convention if North Carolina won't allow packed arena
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Hundreds take part in parade to mark first birthday of boy who lost both parents in El Paso shooting
A boy who lost both of his parents in a mass shooting at an El Paso, Texas, Walmart last year has celebrated his first birthday – and he did not celebrate it alone.Paul Gilbert Anchondo was only two months old when his parents were killed while protecting him from a mass shooter.
10 fresh cases of Covid in Himachal, tally rises to 196
Inching towards the 200 mark, Himachal Pradesh recorded 10 more cases of Covid-19 on Sunday, taking the tally in the state to 196. Two coronavirus patients from Bilaspur district have recovered from the disease on Sunday, Additional Chief Secretary (Health) R D Dhiman said. Four of the fresh cases
Nuapada cops’ humanitarian face earns applause
In general, the image of police is negative in India and this public perception usually is amplified during a situation of emergency when cops are given the responsibility of enforcing a lot of other activities unusual to their regular work of dealing with law and order situation. The humanitarian
Criminal carrying Rs 50K bounty held
The Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested a man who was carrying a reward of Rs 50,000 for a case of armed robbery and attempt to murder was absconding since last 10 months after jumping parole. The accused identified as Mohammad Israel (49), son of Sahabuddin of village Samana, Ghaziabad, has
BJP doing politics on Covid deaths: AAP
Aam Aadmi Party national spokesperson and MLA Raghav Chadha accused the BJP of playing politics with the number of deaths in Delhi due to Covid-19 even after the Delhi High Court upheld the accuracy and sanctity of death figures published by the Delhi Government. Referring High Court judgment,
Governor, CM greet people of MP on occasion of Id-ul-Fitr
Governor Lalji Tandon, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and his cabinet colleagues have greeted people of Madhya Pradesh on the occasion of Id-ul-Fitr. In his message, Governor Lalji Tandon said that the Eid festival, besides strengthening peace unity and brotherhood in the society gives
Cop among three killed in mishap
| A police team returning after recovering teenage lovers who eloped from their houses in Lakhimpur Kheri, met with an accident in Hapur in which three persons, including a police constable, were killed while four others were critically injured. The accident took place late on Saturday night and
4 fresh cases of COVID-19 in Himachal Pradesh; tally rises to 208
Four more people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Himachal Pradesh, taking the number of cases in the state to 208, while a 72-year-old woman died due to the disease at a hospital here, officials said on Monday. With the latest fatality, the death toll due to COVID-19 has
Stay home, use face mask, maintain social distancing on Eid
The Deputy Commissioner, Mukesh Kumar urged the people of Muslim community to pray in their homes on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr at the time of this global calamity. It is necessary to curtail the spread of Coronavirus, he said. “Simultaneously support the administration by following
30-year-old woman alleges rape on promise of marriage at Vidhya Nagar
A 30-year-old woman was allegedly sexually exploited on the promise of marriage at Vidhya Nagar under Baghsewania police station area; a complaint was lodged by victim on Thursday. According to the police, the victim was sexually assaulted by the accused Santosh Pandey in the name of marrying her
Record 6,977 new COVID-19 cases in India in last 24 hours; death toll climbs to 4,021
India registered biggest single day spike of COVID-19 cases for the fourth consecutive day on Monday with 6,977 new infections, reported in the last 24 hours, taking the country's tally to 1,38,845, while the death toll rose to 4,021, according to the Union Health Ministry. A total 154 deaths were
Video of 2 policemen beating man with sticks goes viral on social media
A video of two policemen beating up a man mercilessly with sticks went viral on social media on Saturday. It was mentioned in the video that it belonged to Chhindwara. Later, when the police investigated it, it emerged that the incident happened over a week ago in Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh. A
2 persons commit suicide by hanging from ceiling
Angered over scolding by parents over recharging of mobile phone balance a 16-year-old boy committed suicide by hanging with the ceiling at his residence located near Vishwakarma Mandir under Baghsewania police station area; family was facing financial problem due to which they were not able to
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude
The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude and speed before the landing, saying he was satisfied and would handle the situation, according to a report on Monday. The national flag
7,800 migrants leave for home from Haryana on Sunday
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal on Sunday said that due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the State Government daily runs special shramik trains from the various railway stations of the state to help migrant labourers return to their home states. In the same series, five special shramik trains departed
Two fresh COVID-19 cases reported in Puducherry, tally rises to 31
Two COVID-19 cases were reported in Puducherry on Monday, taking the number of infections in the union territory to 31. Two patients, both men, were admitted to Indira Gandhi Government Medical College Hospital this morning, Health Minister Malladi Krishna Rao told reporters here. The new cases
Hry BJP suspends Chander Prakash Kathuria from party
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has expelled its leader from Haryana’s Karnal, Chander Parkash Kathuria, from the primary membership of the party for six years. Kathuria, a special invitee of the party's state executive committee, was suspended by state BJP chief Subhash Barala on
Ready to deal with rise in coronavirus cases: Uttarakhand CM Rawat
Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Monday said COVID-19 cases have risen in Uttarakhand after the return of migrants but the government was fully prepared to deal with the situation. The chief minister held a meeting with senior officials in Haldwani to review the situation in the state,
Massive fire breaks out in Apoorti market godown
Grocery goods and general goods turned into ashes after a massive fire broke out at godown of Apoorti Super market at Govindpura Industrial area in the morning on Sunday. The godown of Apoorti Super market was gutted in fire due to short circuit borne fire in the early morning hours and locals
One more held in Noida for threatening CM Yogi
With the security agencies grilling the accused held in Mumbai to extract information about threat to Yogi Adityanath, in another development, the Noida police trapped another man who also posted a tweet that he would kill Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister. The arrest in Noida was made late Saturday
Panic grips steel city as Covid cases rise to 24
Panic gripped the Steel City as the novel coronavirus positive cases rose to 24 with four cases tested positive in the city on Sunday alone. One of the positive cases reported in the city from Baridih was home quarantined and had returned from Ranchi on May 12. The health team took sample on May 17
Ensure no migrant goes hungry, walks back home: Capt to DCs
Asserting that it was Punjab Government’s duty to ensure that all migrants keen to go back home return to their native states safely, Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh on Sunday directed the Deputy Commissioners and district Police chiefs to ensure that no migrant is forced to walk home to any
History-sheeter linked to Nepal-based Maoists arrested in Andheri
Balwantsingh Rawat was planning an armed robbery, says ATS
The promise of tomorrow
Thousands of migrant workers wait at Vasai land to board trains; many have given up rented accommodations and have nowhere to go
Top WR babu says SoBo store cheated him
Colaba cops recommend cancellation of store’s licence after CPRO of Western Railway and other residents complained of bill manipulation
Promised Rs 1 crore to issue death threat to UP CM, says man
ATS officers arrested Chunnabhatti resident on Saturday
The equidistance principle in politics
The BJP has transformed the equidistance principle into a canon and covenant in politics.
Failed BEST bus strike disrupts MSRTC services ferrying migrants
State transport buses were called in last week to keep essential services going
History-sheeter linked to Nepal-based Maoists arrested in Andheri
Balwantsingh Rawat was planning an armed robbery, says ATS
Hazmat suit-clad burglar with a cordless drill is caught trying to steal a £5million Bansky artwork from an NHS hospital just two days after the elusive artist donated it
Bansky donated the painting titled 'Game Changer' to Southampton General Hospital on May 6. Just two days later, a man was seen on CCTV as he skulked around in front of the artwork.
Serial rapist dubbed 'the Beast of Kavos' breaks his back plunging 100ft into a ravine in Corfu when police tried to arrest him over 'new attack on Albanian woman weeks after he was released'
Dimitris Aspiotis, 47, who preyed on seven British holidaymakers, fractured his leg, hip and spine and ruptured a kidney when he fell from a cliff in Lefkimmi last Friday.
Centre should worry about citizens’ health, instead of airlines: SC
The Supreme Court on Monday said there cannot be two norms -- six feet social distance outside and shoulder to shoulder travel on flights.
UK PM struggles to shift attention from aide’s trip
Plans by the British government to announce a further easing of lockdown measures are being overshadowed by an outcry over a senior aide
UP migrants will need to inform Maharashtra govt if they wish to work here, Raj Thackeray hits out at Adityanath
A day after Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said states will have to seek permission from his government if they want UP migrant workers
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending
Uddhav Thackeray vs Piyush Goyal: War of words erupts between Maharashtra CM, Railways minister over Shramik trains
In his address to the state on May 24, Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 special trains per day for the state to ferry migrants home, it was getting only 40.
136 Indians now jailed in Kuwait to return soon: Tripura minister
A total of 241 Indians including 136 people who were jailed in Kuwait would return to the country soon, a senior minister said on Sunday.
Coronavirus pandemic | Lockdown extended in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan districts till June 30
Hamirpur has reported the highest number of COVID-19 cases at 63 while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now
Chinese troops come inside Indian territory in eastern Ladakh: Report
India has conducted “mirror deployment” on its side to match moves made by the Chinese forces in eastern Ladakh, according to a report.
New Zealand's PM Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington
Donald Trump's pitch to voters: Trust me, economy will soar in 2021
He's asking voters to look past the pain being felt across the nation and give him another four-year term on the promise of an economic comeback in 2021.
Lockdown 4.0: Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana to play cricket, AAP blasts him
Tiwari, however, asserted he did not break any law. He hit back at the AAP for raising the issue to
Who is Dominic Cummings - Boris Johnson's key aide grabbing news headlines in lockdown row?
Clamour seeking Cummings’ resignation as Johnson’s adviser has been growing after he took a 400 kilometre-journey during the lockdown.
Migrants walk through 'hell' to reach 'heaven' in Bihar but stare at uncertain future
Hungry and exhausted, these migrant workers are arriving at Sonathu and other villages in Bihar's Aurangabad district from places as far-off as Surat, Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur and Chennai every day, carrying tales of trauma and tribulation.
Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon – embassy
Her death comes days after a rights group complained about the shelter she was in
Egypt's Local development min. halts issuing building permits in Cairo, Alex, capitals of governorates
Local Development Minister Mahmoud Sharawi instructed governors nationwide to halt the issuance of building permits.
President Sisi follows up probe into doctor’s death from COVID-19
The investigation has been launched upon President Sisi’s directives.
British PM says schools will reopen on June 1
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday said that schools will reopen on June 1 as the UK enters phase two of lockdown exit, The Independent reported.
SC to hear Centre, Air India's plea against Bombay HC plea seeking response on safety norms
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday an urgent plea by the Centre and Air India against the Bombay High Court seeking their responses in a plea for not maintaining adequate safety measure
“Loneliness has never been so loud”; AFP’s COVID-19 themed campaign for International Missing Children’s Day
Many of us have felt a little lonely in the past few months as we are forced to stay away from our friends and families during the coronavirus crisis. For many, that feeling of loneliness is constant.
Hijackers and thieves are also heading back to work in South Africa
Statistics from the vehicle-recovery sector show that crime levels are getting back to normal as the lockdown is relaxed, says Charles Morgan, operations executive at Netstar.
Here’s how many cases South Africa’s top coronavirus hotspots have
As South Africa moves to level 3 lockdown from 1 June, government will take a differentiated approach to deal with those areas that have far higher levels of infection and transmission, says President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Putin makes Kremlin appearance as virus restrictions ease
President Vladimir Putin made a rare recent appearance in the Kremlin on Monday as Russia prepares to ease lockdown restrictions imposed over the coronavirus pandemic. The 67-year-old has worked remotely over the past few weeks from his Novo-Ogaryovo residence outside Moscow, chairing meetings with
US urges probe into alleged ethics breach at African Development Bank
The US Department of the Treasury has called on the African Development Bank (AfDB) to carry out an independent probe into alleged ethics breaches by its president, Akinwumi Adesina. In a letter obtained by AFP on Monday, US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin expressed "deep reservations" about
COVID-19 pandemic: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Lifts State of Emergency
Shinzo Abe said the country had managed to control the spread of COVID-19 since issuing the order in some areas on April 7, then later extending it nationwide.
Singapore Reports 344 COVID-19 Cases in 24 Hours, Nationwide Tally at 31,960
Singapore is gearing up for the end of its "circuit breaker" period next week, Channel News Asia reported on Monday.
Cops seize killer's phone
As police in Nova Scotia continue their investigation into a mass killing last month that claimed 22 lives, newly released documents reveal the RCMP recently seized and searched the killer's computer, cellphone, tablet and navigation devices.
Courthouse stirs back to life
The Penticton courthouse partially opened its doors Monday for the first time in months.
Tragedy house left gutted
A house that was heavily damaged by a 2016 fire that killed a woman and left her six children homeless needs to be fixed up or the city of Port Moody could have it torn down.
Leaked Senate Talking Points Say Internet Surveillance Warrants Would Force FBI To Let Terrorists Bomb Things
Requiring federal agents to have "probable cause" to eavesdrop on the internet activities of American citizens poses a direct threat to national security and would force the FBI to stand by while terrorist plots unfold on U.S. soil, according to a leaked copy of talking points distributed to Senate ...
Suspect arrested after man killed in Ayrshire ‘shooting’
A SUSPECT has been arrested after a man was killed in an alleged Ardrossan shooting. Paul Cairns, 42, died after the alleged firearms incident in the Ayrshire town yesterday. Armed cops and a force…
Army observes Eid in solidarity with Kashmiris
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa has said that the army was observing Eidul Fitr solemnly in solidarity with held Kashmir which is under India's "illegal and inhuman lo
Tovino Thomas: 'Heard Of Sets Vandalised By Religious Fanatics In North India, Now It’s Happening To Us
A church set built for the film 'Minnal Murali' was demolished by members of the Antharashtra Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal in Kerala's Kalady on Sunday.
Government advisor warns 'people will die' after PM 'trashes' lockdown to save Cummings
Professor Stephen Reicher, a member of the SAGE group SPI-B, told the Mirror mixed messaging will mean fewer follow the rules adding: "If adherence falls, the infection will rise and people will die"
BREAKING Durham Police formally asked to investigate whether Dominic Cummings broke the law
Officers have been asked by the region's Police Commissioner to look into new allegations about the PM's top aide - including a sighting of him at Barnard Castle, 30 miles from where he was staying
Ukraine reports 12 enemy attacks in Donbas on May 24
According to intelligence data, two members of Russia-led forces were killed and another two were wounded on May 24.
Court of Appeal decision 'another disappointing day' for Ludlow family - Talk of the Town
The decision on Friday by the Court of Appeal to uphold a judgement by the High Court that refused the family of Seamus Ludlow the right to an inquiry into the Garda handling of the murder was “another disappointing day for the campaign”, according to local TD Ruairí Ó Murchú. Mr Ludlow was 47 when he was...Read More→
Joe Biden forced to make his fundraisers fully virtual – bar the price tag
The pandemic has led the presumptive Democratic nominee, like other politicians to take his high-dollar events onlineThe coronavirus pandemic may have driven Joe Biden into his basement and forced his campaign online, but one crucial factor is still the same: his run for the White House still needs to
Beijing vows to shield firms from US sanctions over Xinjiang
Beijing on Monday vowed to shield a Chinese government institute and eight companies sanctioned by the US over alleged human rights violations in the restive Xinjiang region, where China is accused of mass repression of mostly Muslim minorities. The US Department of Commerce announced the sanctions
Mike Pompeo is the number one evangelist of Trumpism in the world
When it comes to foreign policy, Pompeo’s penchant for undermining America’s credibility is top-notchDonald Trump’s disdain for the people, country and values his office is supposed to represent is unmatched in recent memory. And he has found in the secretary of state, Mike Pompeo, a kindred spirit who
Front runner: Evariste Ndayishimiye of the ruling CNDD-FDD, pictured at the party's final campaign rally on May 16
Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs showing the ruling party's candidate on track for victory following last week's poll. The National Independent Electoral Commission will unveil the outcome of
Virus Outbreak Britain
British leader Boris Johnson’s powerful chief aide insisted Monday that he wouldn't resign for driving the length of England while the country was under strict lockdown — a trip he made without informing the prime minister first. The government is facing a tide of anger from politicians and the
Police Flips Senior Crime Boss, Exposes Drugs, Weapons Smuggling Network, 60 Arrested
"Israel Police works on behalf of the Arab public as they do for every citizen in the land."
Who is Dominic Cummings and why do so many people want him sacked?
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest ally is accused of breaking the government's own rules during the coronavirus lockdown to arrange childcare for his four-year-old son.
On this day: Oscar Wilde faces trial for homosexuality
On May 25, 1895, Oscar Wilde was convicted of gross indecency and sentenced to two years of hard labor. We look below at the injustice of his conviction and how it would finally come to be pardoned. Oscar Wilde, faced with 25 counts of 'gross indecency' for homosexual acts, began his trial on April 26, 1895.
Three women a week killed by domestic violence during lockdown
The number of women killed by domestic violence has risen to three a week during lockdown, it has been revealed.
FULL TEXT: US treasury letter requesting probe of Akinwumi Adesina
The United States department of treasury said it has requested for an independent investigation into allegations levelled against Akinwumi Adesina.
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
Beijing has warned the US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned
Vehicle knocks down power pole on Highway 4 near Port Alberni
A man and a woman were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Monday when the all-terrain vehicle they were riding left a logging road near the foot of Mount Washington.“It looks . . .
Highway 4 closed near Port Alberni after vehicle hits power pole
A power pole was knocked down on Highway 4 this morning near Wattys Road just west of Port Alberni, closing both lanes. The fire department was called about 7 a.m., said Port Alberni Fire Chief . . .
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
US national security advisor Robert O'Brien warned Sunday that the new law could cost the city the preferential trading status it enjoys with the United States, the world's largest economy.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth of about 52 kilometres (32 miles) near Levin, about 90 kilometres north of Wellington, the US Geological Survey said.
Poland's president appoints new head of embattled top court
WARSAW, Poland — Polish President Andrzej Duda on Monday appointed a judge backed by the right-wing ruling party to be the new head of the Supreme Court, marking apparent victory in years of government efforts to take control of the court.
UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip
LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic.
U.S. Imposes Travel Restrictions On Brazil Due To COVID-19
The entry ban affects foreigners who have been in Brazil 14 days preceding their entry into US territory.
US bans flights from Brazil, where pandemic is raging
The United States, citing Brazil’s surging coronavirus crisis, has banned flights from the nation, delivering a blow to its embattled leader, who has tried to use his warm relations with President Donald Trump to bolster his political standing.
Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement, says UK police commissioner
Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.
Watch screams as violence sparks outside newsagents after axe attack on shop worker
A large group of men were seen kicking a man and striking him with batons in the middle of the road outside Zain News in Small Heath
Hong Kong's security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as national laws loom
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong’s security and police chiefs said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing’s plans to introduce national security laws after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move.
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday that the state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan, and that the country managed to get the spread of the virus under control in under two months.
'Own goals' cost Abe support even as coronavirus emergency lifted
TOKYO (Reuters) - A string of controversial missteps has slashed public approval ratings for Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to levels that could threaten to end his term early, even as he lifted a state of emergency after the rate of coronavirus infections declined.
Elderly lawyer dies of Covid-19, JK toll rises to 22
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Man in his 40s stabbed inside Derby shop
Police were called to Normanton Road
Cyprus to deport 17 migrants suspected of terror links
NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Cyprus will deport 17 migrants who are being held on suspicion of having links to extremist groups or involved in acts of terror, the country's interior...
Trust chiefs lead NHS criticism of ‘disgraceful’ Cummings
Three trust chief executives have openly attacked the Prime Minister’s chief adviser Dominic Cummings for allegedly flouting the lockdown rules.
Trust chiefs lead unprecedented criticism of ‘disgraceful’ Cummings
Three trust chief executives have openly attacked the prime minister’s chief adviser Dominic Cummings for allegedly flouting the lockdown rules.
GOP Sues California Over Governor Newsom’s Mail-in Ballot Order Ripped as 'Brazen Power Grab'
California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on 8 May to send in ballots by mail to all registered voters ahead of the November presidential polls, so as...
TV Clip of Kids Lauding Nicola Sturgeon Removed After Comparisons to 'North Korea Propaganda'
Last week, Nicola Sturgeon announced that Scotland’s lockdown restrictions may be slightly relaxed as of next Thursday. Earlier in May, the Scottish First Minister...
Trapeze artist dies after falling 5ft and missing safety mat while rehearsing
Guadalupe Videla, 29, died hours after cracking her skull when she fell to the floor.
English woman calls Welsh 'a bunch of b*****ds' after being told to leave beach
The mother admitted she 'didn't realise Wales wasn't in England' and that different lockdown rules apply.
Dog called Guardian refused to leave sister after she was killed on road
But there was a happy ending for the puppy, who has now been adopted.
Calls for Cummings to release phone's GPS data to prove where he's been
The data would show exactly where the senior aide has travelled over the last few months.
Hundreds cram into football stand for 'outdoor religious ceremony' in lockdown
Police were called after members of the public reported the large gathering of people not adhering to lockdown rules.
Fire at Bombardier plant being treated as accidental
A fire at the Bombardier Aerospace plant in Belfast is being treated as accidental.
The Price of Trump Loyalty
Senator Cory Gardner’s political relationship with the president reads like a tawdry romance novel.
Team of French experts to probe PIA plane crash to arrive tomorrow
The team will conduct investigation for 16 hours, take the black box and voice recorder with them to decode
Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds
Tokyo: A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts of the grounds, police said.
"What planet are they on?" No respite for UK's Johnson and aide
London: Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.
Tamil Nadu: Bride tests positive for COVID-19 on the eve of wedding; marriage allowed with riders
A 26-year-old woman hailing from Villupuram tested positive for COVID-19 on the eve of her marriage with a youth belonging to Salem district on Sunday.
FBI joins 3 state manhunt for UConn senior Peter Manfredonia suspected in two murders
The FBI has joined law enforcement across three states in the manhunt for University of Connecticut student Peter Manfredonia, who is wanted in a pair of murders.
Body of Maryland couple’s killer found 4 hours after shootout with police, authorities say
A Delaware man suspected of fatally shooting an elderly Maryland couple as they were visiting their son’s grave earlier this month died from police gunfire during a shootout about two hours after the crime, authorities have confirmed.
Byron York: Biden facing even more pressure on VP pick after 'you ain't black' remark
The Washington Examiner’s Byron York said on Monday that presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is facing even more pressure to pick a woman of color as his running mate after his gaffe about black Trump supporters.
Utah climber rescued from remote cliff after hitting head, losing consciousness in fall
A Utah climber who fell and cracked his head while scaling a cliff by himself on Sunday was rescued after he regained consciousness and nearby campers heard his cries for help, authorities said.
Medal of Honor recipient remembers sergeant major killed in Iraq: 'We were going to avenge that man'
Medal of Honor recipient, former U.S. Army Staff Sgt. David Bellavia said that Memorial Day is a time for him to take stock and consider whether he is living his life in a way that honors those who were lost.
India snake-bite assassin killed wife at second attempt
Her parents became suspicious when Sooraj tried to secure ownership of his wife's property just days after her death.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors after bodies found in streets
The Indian Ocean island nation has registered 527 infections and two deaths, both in Toamasina.
COVID-19: INEC to receive names of Edo, Ondo guber candidates online, to pilot e-voting (updated)
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will work towards the introduction of electronic voting in major elections starting from 2021.
Reps minority caucus laud Edwin Clark role on true federalism
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has paid a glowing tribute to the sterling qualities of elder statesman
Rejig your political agenda for 2023 APC leaders warn his members
Stalwarts of APC in Akwa Ibom state have urged its members to call their media aides to order as some of their publications in the social media
2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one
Observing all COVID-19 guidelines in the presence of local government machinery, the devotees queued up at TTD marriage halls and TTD Information Centres for the sacred prasadam.
State trooper helps rescue 8 baby ducks trapped in storm drain
A kindhearted state trooper helped reunite eight baby ducks with their mother after they fell into a storm drain in Massachusetts, authorities said. Massachusetts State Trooper Jim Maloney spotted the
Ilhan Omar says she believes Tara Reade’s sex assault claims against Biden
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar said she believes the sexual assault claims leveled at former Vice President Joe Biden by former Senate staffer Tara Reade. “I do believe Reade,” Omar told the Sunday
Trump lays wreath at Arlington Cemetery in Memorial Day ceremony
President Trump on Monday presented a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to commemorate Memorial Day. Trump crossed the Potomac River by motorcade to lead the solemn morning ceremony at
Virus lockdowns stifle Eid celebrations as infections rise
The three-day festival, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, is traditionally celebrated with mosque prayers, family feasts and shopping for new clothes, gifts and sweet treats.
China's national legislature starts 2nd plenary meeting of annual session
China's National People's Congress convenes second plenary session
Cops crack the case of well murders: A party and a few uninvited guests
Sometime on Wednesday night, nine drugged bodies were dragged to the abandoned well and...
Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism
China's foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city's security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.
Selling of TTD properties on the name of substandard is insult on devotees: Pawan Kalyan
Terming the donated lands and other properties to Lord Sri Venkateswara of Tirumala Tirupati Devastanams as substandard was nothing but an insult to the devotees, stated the Jana Sena president Pawan...
Ryanair brings legal challenge over social welfare appeal
Ryanair has gone to court in a bid to set aside a decision of an appeals commissioner in a social welfare appeal to refuse the airline permission to cross-examine certain witnesses.
‘Over 1,000’ pubs have interest in Covid-19 insurance test case
Dispute centres on whether insurers should pay for pubs’ losses over Covid-19 shutdown
More than 1,000 pubs have an interest in FBD ‘test case’, court told
Dispute centres on whether insurers should pay for pubs’ losses over Covid-19 shutdown
Memorial Day: Trump thanks service members fighting 'invisible enemy'
May 25 (UPI) -- In Memorial Day remarks, President Donald Trump recognized members of the U.S. National Guard and armed services on the front lines of the fight against the coronavirus pandemic battling an "invisible enemy."
7-year-old critically injured in crash with 18-year-old who admitted to DUI, Texas police say
Police say the 18-year-old admitted to drinking and even left the scene. Now, a 7-year-old, who wasn't restrained, is fighting to survive.
Islamic State says it was behind blast in southern town
BENGHAZI, Libya (Reuters) - Islamic State said on Monday it was behind a blast in a small town in southern Libya on Saturday, the militant group’s first attack in the country for at least a year.
Jeff Koinange: 2 Stories That Convinced Me to Quit NBC News [VIDEO]
Having secured a dream post at one of America's leading media houses, the outspoken journalists confessed to finding it hard to even consider...
Gov Sonko Rescue Team Members Arrested On 10th Anniversary [PHOTOS & VIDEO]
The squad was arrested while distributing gods as they celebrated their anniversary at the...
Shiv Sena lashes out at Adityanath for remark on migrants, says they are treated well in Maharashtra
Adityanath had said on Sunday that all states will have to take permission from his administration to employ workers from UP, amid the coronavirus crisis.
Vizag gas leak: Andhra Pradesh High Court orders state to seize LG Polymer premises
The court also asked the government to ensure that the company’s directors do not leave the country without its permission.
Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots
Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.
Arbery family lawyer: Feds looking into how case handled
ATLANTA (AP) — A lawyer for the family of Ahmaud Arbery said Monday that a federal prosecutor told the slain man's mother federal officials are investigating potential misconduct by local...
UK Prime Minister’s Adviser to Make Rare Statement Amid Lockdown Trip Scandal – Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Dominic Cummings, senior adviser to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, is set to make a rare statement and field journalists’ questions on Monday amid...
Head of French LREM Party Says Former Health Minister Determined to Become Paris Mayor
MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Stanislas Guerini said he was convinced that former health minister and current LREM candidate Agnes Buzyn in the municipal elections in Paris, is...
Transfer of Open Skies Treaty Data to Non-Parties Must Be Ruled Out - Russian Top Diplomat
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The transfer of data received by the countries participating in the Open Skies Treaty to third countries that are not parties to it will be a gross...
List of Tory MPs calling for Dominic Cummings to resign continues to grow
Boris Johnson is facing a revolt from his own backbenchers as they call for his chief adviser Dominic Cummings to resign.
Over 14,000 Brits could appeal lockdown fines after Boris defended Cummings
Mr Cummings trip to Durham was described as 'responsible and legal' by the Prime Minister.
Lockdown 'dead in the water' because Boris won't sack Cummings, ex-top cop says
Mike Barton, ex-chief constable of Durham Police, said: 'How on earth are the police supposed to enforce the rules now?
How to write to your MP to complain about Dominic Cummings
If you want to complain about the prime minister’s chief adviser there are several ways you can do it.
Police searching for student on the run after 'killing two people'
A tri-state manhunt is underway for Peter Manfredonia, a 23-year-old student at the University of Connecticut, who is believed to be armed with stolen guns
Green Party leader not ruling out Tanaiste role in next government
Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has said he has not ruled out becoming tanaiste in a coalition government with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael.
Durham Police examining more Dominic Cummings complaints
The force said today that they received further information and complaints from the public and they are reviewing and examining the new information.
Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from North Carolina
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event faces state social distancing restrictions as a result of the coronavirus.
Ultra-rare white grizzly bear spotted near tourist resort in Banff National Park in ‘once in a lifetime opportunity’
An ultra rare white grizzly bear has been spotted near a tourist resort in Banff National Park in Canada, a 'once-in-a-lifetime' phenomenon caused by a recessive gene in the bears.
2 Militants Killed In Kulgam Encounter
Two unidentified militants on Monday were killed by government forces in an encounter in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district
Senior Cardiologist Says He Was Detained, Prevented From Attending Duty
“It was a traumatizing experience. Never in my life have I faced such humiliation and mental trauma at the hands of police. These are most horrific times. It has left me in a state of shock”
IGP Kashmir Seeks Report On Complaint Against Policemen
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar on Monday sought report from a senior officer over the complaint of alleged highhandedness by policemen posted in city
'Busy as Notting Hill carnival': Botany Bay residents bemoan packed Kent cove
Large groups of day-trippers ignore social distancing on hot bank holiday weekend
Venkaiah Naidu reviews preparedness of LS, RS secretariats for meetings
On Saturday, Naidu discussed the issue with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Prahlad Joshi, and senior officials of the two Houses
Democratic leaders say Trump testing strategy is 'to deny the truth' about lack of supplies
Democratic leaders said Monday that President Trump's strategy for coronavirus testing is to "deny the truth" about the current lack of supplies.
Two people have died and several others injured following multiple incidents off Cornish coast
Two people have died, including a teenager, and several others are injured after getting into trouble off the Cornish coast. Emergency services were called out to several incidents on Monday afternoon, 25 May, following multiple 999 calls. It comes after the RNLI announced there would not be any lifeguards at beaches in Cornwall throughout the weekend.
Trump defends decision to play golf as US virus death toll nears 100,000
"The Fake & Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin - I knew this would happen!," Trump tweeted.
Trudeau says he’ll seek 10 days of paid sick leave for all workers
Liberals will also work on other long-term measures to make it easier for workers to stay home when they're ill
Gary Neville mocks Dominic Cummings over ‘uncomfortable’ lockdown statement
Former England and Manchester United defender Gary Neville has mocked Dominic Cummings for his performance during a press conference. Prime minister Boris Johnson’s special advisor has been accused
Edo, Ondo: INEC to create e-platforms for submission of nomination forms
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will create electronic platforms for submission of nomination forms by political parties...
Three injured as five vehicles crash in Anambra - The Nation Nigeria
Five vehicles on Monday were involved in two separate multiple motor accidents along Awka-Onitsha expressway in Anambra state.While two...
Mary-Kate Olsen Has Officially Filed For Divorce While Stuck in Quarantine
Pack your bowls of cigarettes and go! TMZ is reporting that Mary-Kate Olsen is divorcing her husband of nearly five years, Pierre Olivier Sarkozy.
Dominic Cummings says 'I do not regret what I did' and refuses to apologise for breaking lockdown rules
Cummings has come under fire after the Mirror and the Guardian revealed that he had traveled 260 miles to Durham from London during lockdown with his wife and four-year-old son
A year after Courtney's death, mother remembers her 'little girl'
Courtney Herron's body was found in Royal Park on May 25, 2019. A year later, family and friends gathered at her grave in the autumn sun to remember her.
‘Hard to See’ Hong Kong Remaining the Asian Financial Center if China Takes Over
Sunday on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” White House National Security Adviser Robert […] More
Coronavirus updates: Record 6,977 new cases in India in last 24 hours, tally now 1,38,845
Death toll climbs to 4,021; PPEs, masks procurement ramped up
India welcomes Afghan government, Taliban Eid ceasefire
Earlier, India had expressed concern over the violence in the country despite a deal between the US and the Taliban that would allow for the US to withdraw its troops from Afghanistan after a more than 18-year long stay.
Johor police foil attempt to smuggle RM1.9m drugs to Indonesia
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — Police have foiled an attempt to smuggle 47.6 kilogrammes of syabu worth RM1.9 million following the arrest of two local men aged 22 and 29, at Teluk Sengat, Kota Tinggi, near here on Friday, May 22. Johor Police Chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said...
Pakistani families mourn plane crash victims, no Aidilfitri celebration
KARACHI, May 25 — As Fazal Rahmaan, 80 and his wife, Wahida Rahmaan, 74, boarded a plane in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Friday, their family's biggest fear was that they might get catch the coronavirus on their way to spend the holiday in Karachi. Instead the couple, who had been married for...
Police: Video of health workers in hazmat suits removing dead body not taken in Brickfields
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Brickfields police said today that a viral video of Health Ministry officials in full personal protective equipment (PPE) transporting a dead body outside a supermarket was not from the district. Brickfields police chief Assistant Commissioner Zairulnizam Mohd...
Family seeks answers to Len's war
Len Hitchens, like so many others who fought in the war, did not speak about his experiences.
Flashback: The Telford & Wrekin Council flag dispute that refused to die down
2003. A rumbling row in Telford in the early years of the new millennium was sending some folk up the pole.
Five-hour VE Day busk by Telford veteran helps raise thousands for Severn Hospice
A guitarist has helped raise thousands of pounds for charity with a five-hour sponsored busk on VE Day.
Bishop chases worshippers without face masks out of Enugu church
Raphael Ede, Enugu The Catholic Bishop of Enugu Diocese, Most Rev. Callistus Onaga, on Sunday chased out worshipers who were not wearing face masks during the Holy Mass to mark the 2020 World Comm...
Eden-Monaro byelection date set for July 4
Speaker Tony Smith will issue the writs on Thursday for what will be a five-and-a-half-week campaign.
The anti-establishment figure putting Boris Johnson at risk
Dominic Cummings is a divisive figure whose defiant nature may yet prove to be his downfall.
Suriname votes in poll crucial for convicted-killer president
Suriname went to the polls on Monday with strongman President Desi Bouterse seeking a third term, battling to hold onto power to avoid spending his twilight years in prison after being convicted of murder.
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.
Thousands displaced in Nakasongola by rising Lake Kyoga water levels
Nakasongola, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | More than 9,000 people have been displaced by the rising water levels of Lake Kyoga in Nakasongola district. According to district reports, the number of affected landing sites have also risen to 29 leaving 9,853 people displaced. The affected landing sites are Kyalusaka, Irima, Kasambya, Kisenyi, Kibuye, Kansira ,Kikoge …
Missing North Delta senior found deceased
88-year-old Jarnail Sanghera had been missing since the morning of Friday, May 15
Yamina MK: Netanyahu is to blame for the sickness of the justice system - Defense/Security
"A day on which the Israeli Prime Minister sits on the defendant’s bench is a sad day for the State of Israel," says MK Matan Kahana.
Lagos to close Marine Beach Bridge for five months
The Lagos State Government announced a plan to effect partial closure of the Marine Beach Bridge, Apapa, to vehicular movement, from May 27 to October 21.
Six women prisoners murdered by inmates in Honduras
TEGUCIGALPA: Six women were killed by alleged gang members at a women's prison near the Honduran capital Tegucigalpa, the National Penitentiary ...
Herman Van Rompuy on power and influence in the EU
Power is like manure, it should be spread, never piled up.
Crackdown as HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'
Hong Kong's security chief on Monday warned "terrorism" was growing in the city as the local government rallied behind Beijing's plan to impose national security laws on the restive territory and police fired tear gas and pepper spray at thousands of people who took to the streets to protest.
Hong Kong security chief warns of 'terrorism' as government backs new security laws
Hong Kong's security chief said "terrorism" was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing's plans to introduce nation
Case against Ponmudi and 99 others for violating prohibitory orders
The former minister and partymen held a meeting violating lockdown norms, says official
South Korea reports 16 new cases of coronavirus
The figures released by the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday brought national totals to 11,206 cases and 267 deaths.
Bengal Govt. blames Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation for power collapse
‘The problem is not just because trees could not be removed. CESC told us they did not have enough staff,’ says Kolkata Municipal Corporation administrator Firhad Hakim,
54 flights to land at Bengaluru Airport on first day of resuming operations
Till 9 a.m. on Monday, five flights have landed at the KIA and 17 have taken off to various destinations
A year after Courtney's death, mother remembers her 'little girl'
Courtney Herron's body was found in Royal Park on May 25, 2019. A year later, family and friends gathered at her grave in the autumn sun to remember her.
New Zealand Prime Minister continues interview during 5.8 magnitude earthquake
An earthquake that hit New Zealand on Monday physically shook Prime Minister Jacinda Adern during a live television interview.
Western Australia hit by 'once-in-a-decade' storm
A vast stretch of coast is lashed by torrential rain and huge swells, causing widespread damage.
China warns US against sparking Cold War
Wang Yi, the Chinese foreign minister, said Sunday that the U.S. should “give up on its wishful thinking of changing China” and avoid bringing the two countries to a “new Cold War.”
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern keeps cool as earthquake strikes during TV interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was largely unphased when an earthquake struck during a live TV interview Monday morning. “We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here, Ryan,” Ardern
Officer shoots knife-wielding man who disrupted North Carolina church service
WAXHAW, N.C. — A sheriff’s deputy shot and wounded a man who was armed with a knife when deputies responded to a complaint that he had disrupted an outdoor church service in North Carolina on
Officials: 2 church services sources of virus outbreaks
As Gov. Gavin Newsom prepares to release plans for how religious institutions can reopen in California during the coronavirus pandemic, health officials announced that two church services that were held without authorization have been sources of outbreaks.
A year after Courtney's death, mother remembers her 'little girl'
Courtney Herron's body was found in Royal Park on May 25, 2019. A year later, family and friends gathered at her grave in the autumn sun to remember her.
Hundreds of Russian, Syrian mercenaries quit Libya's front lines
Turkish military intervention has halted an attempt by Moscow-backed strongman Khalifa Haftar to capture Tripoli.
A year after Courtney's death, mother remembers her 'little girl'
Courtney Herron's body was found in Royal Park on May 25, 2019. A year later, family and friends gathered at her grave in the autumn sun to remember her.
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000
Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a constant reminder that the world is still battling the coronavirus pandemic.
‘What planet are they on?’ – UK press attacks Johnson and Cummings
Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.
Two teens appear in Wexford court on rape charge
Two teenage males have appeared at Wexford District Court today on a rape charge.
Three face charges in protest outside Premier John Horgan’s home
Three people are scheduled to appear at the Western Communities courthouse July 15 in relation to alleged mischief and trespass at the home of Premier John Horgan on Feb. 18. Derek Ryneveld, who . . .
Floyd Mayweather partied at crowded Arizona nightclub with no masks in sight
Floyd Mayweather is known for his defense in the ring, but he tested the limits outside of it this weekend. In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the retired boxer was spotted at a packed
NJ man tried to kidnap nurse at her home day after she treated him: cops
A New Jersey man tried to kidnap a nurse at her home one day after she cared for him as a patient at a hospital, police said. Leonardo Larrarte, of Lakewood, is facing charges in the violent attack on
Baby gorilla suffers skull fracture in family fight at Seattle zoo
A baby gorilla at a Washington state zoo suffered a skull fracture when it got caught in the middle of a family brawl. The “skirmish” that left 2 1/2-month-old Kitoko badly injured unfolded
China could face sanctions over Hong Kong national security law: White House
The national security adviser warned that the Trump administration could slap sanctions on China’s ruling Communist Party over the harsh new security laws it plans to impose on Hong Kong, as
China media seize on video of HK protesters beating lawyer
The assault took place Sunday during a rally against a controversial security law proposed by Beijing that was broken up by police, who fired tear gas and water cannon in the most intense clashes for months.
Britain flocks to the seaside as coronavirus lockdown wobbles
There was little sign of people sticking to social distancing rules
No new coronavirus deaths announced in Liverpool hospitals
A welcome reprieve for the city, although other areas in Merseyside recorded new deaths
Bid to 'save lives' with $21m boost for domestic violence services
Women's refuges, men's behaviour change programs and a pop-up safe house will all benefit from a $21 million domestic violence funding boost.
'Kind of terrible': Lance Armstrong says stepfather used to beat him in new ESPN doco
In part one of the new ESPN series LANCE, Terry Armstrong says he treated the disgraced cyclist 'like an animal' before his rise to fame.
‘I will be alone for rest of my life,’ says woman raped as she slept
Man (38) found guilty of 2017 attack on victim in Co Kildare
President Trump threatens to pull RNC from NC, says Gov. Roy Cooper 'in shutdown mood'
President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to pull the Republican National Convention from North Carolina if Governor Roy Cooper doesn't guarantee that full attendance will be allowed in the arena.
Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong ‘without delay’ as thousands take to the streets in protest
As protests continued in Hong Kong, China pledged to impose new national security laws on the city “without the slightest delay,” reported Lily Kuo at The Guardian.
Ukrainian workers start returning to Poland as lockdown eases
CHERNYAKHIV, Ukraine (Reuters) - Coronavirus or no, Vadym Diachenko needed no persuading when an employment agency offered to fly him back to Poland from his native Ukraine to work at a meatpacking plant.
Smiling Czechs ditch masks and return to restaurants and schools
PRAGUE (Reuters) - Smiles were visible again as Czechs ventured out without masks on Monday and returned to restaurants and schools after some of their country’s last coronavirus restrictions were lifted.
A Memorial Day like no other commemorated in US
On the weekend that marks the unofficial start of summer, U.S. authorities warned beach-goers to heed social-distancing rules to avoid a resurgence of the disease that has infected 5.4 million peop...
Covid-19: Piyush Goyal lashes out at Maharashtra CM, says state has provided list of only 41 trains
The railway minister claimed that he was ready to send 125 trains to Maharashtra on Monday, but no details had been received from the state.
When the Laborers Returned, the Political Crop Started Swaying, Parties Started Forming Vote Banks -
The race to make migrant workers back home during lockdown has reached Bihar via Uttar Pradesh. Millions of people have
UK to reopen thousands of shops in easing of coronavirus lockdown, says Boris Johnson
KABUL: Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival. The pause in fighting, only the second of its kind in Afghanistan's nearly 19-year-old war, appeared to be holding on day two after the government welcomed the truce by announcing plans
Man accused of abusing, killing dog in Ouachita Parish
Authorities have arrested a man accused of animal cruelty in Ouachita Parish.
Eight feared dead in Lake Albert water accident
The accident happened on Sunday evening, according to Julius Hakiza, the police spokesman for Albertine region.
Suspect sought after man shot, killed near L-202 and 44th Street
Police are asking for help from the community after a homicide in Phoenix Sunday.
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic
With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on the streets, making them easy targets for thieves.
California issues guidelines for church reopenings
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Religious services in California will look much different under rules unveiled Monday that limit attendance to 100 people and recommend worshippers wear masks, limit singing and...
Federal coronavirus testing plan puts burden on states
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration’s new strategy for coronavirus testing puts much of the burden on states while promising to provide supplies such as swabs and material to transport...
Kremlin Spokesman Peskov Discharged from Hospital Where He Was Treated for COVID-19
The spokesperson for the president announced that his COVID-19 test had returned positive on 12 May and said that he had been taken to hospital. His spouse Tatyana...
Russia's Ruling Party Reports Cyberattack on Website as Primaries Begin for September Vote
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The website of the United Russia party was subjected to a so-called distributed denial-of-service attack (DDoS) upon launching the remote primary...
Indian Court Orders Seizure of South Korean Multinational LG Polymers Plant
New Delhi (Sputnik): A gas leak at a South Korean multinational LG Polymers plant in southern Andhra Pradesh on 7 May killed 11 people and made over 500 people sick in...
COVID-19's Rise Due to India, Nepal’s Prime Minister Says Amid Rising Tensions with New Delhi
New Delhi (Sputnik): India and Nepal have had close and warm ties, but recently, they have become strained and the inauguration of a road has sparked a new round of...
Is this a Scandal or…? British Political Row Gets the Most Saucy of Names
This may not be the biggest political scandal in the history of politics, but it’s definitely one that has the most cheeky name and one that is helping people to stay...
Maduro Defends Iran & Venezuela’s Right to 'Trade Freely', Thanks Tehran for Help Amid US Sanctions
The first Iranian tanker carrying gasoline and the components to produce it from oil arrived in the Bolivarian Republic on 24 May, despite the two countries' concerns...
UK records lowest number of hospital deaths since lockdown began
NHS England today recorded 59 more deaths in hospitals. Across all settings, Scotland announced three more deaths, while Wales had seven and Northern Ireland had eight.
Jalandhar Police starts helpline for women facing domestic violence in lockdown
To help women facing the domestic violence during lockdown, the Jalandhar Police Commissionerate has started online counseling helpline.
PM Modi speaks with Sheikh Hasina, greets Bangladesh on occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke on phone with Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and conveyed greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr.
COVID-19 Tracker: Ulhasnagar crosses 200-mark; Badlapur tally stands at 174
Ulhasnagar crossed 200-mark on Monday with 18 new cases, whereas Badlapur saw 13 fresh cases in a day. Ambernath recorded four new cases on Monday with the tally climbing to 66.
Popular Hanover political activist says he’s undeterred by reported threat
Popular People's National Party (PNP) activist in Hanover Craig Oates is claiming that his life has reportedly come under threat from members of his party. In a 26-minute long video on Facebook, Oates said he was undaunted by the alleged threat...
Former May Pen mayor Milton Brown has died
Former Mayor of May Pen and councillor for the Mineral Heights division in Clarendon Milton Brown died early Monday morning. Brown had been ill the past few months. He also suffered a massive stroke. Mayor of May Pen Winston...
Aspiring model, 24, who vanished in Nottinghamshire over the bank holiday weekend is found 'safe and well'
Nottinghamshire Police said this evening Laura Benson, who vanished in Beeston, has been found 'safe and well' as they thanked those who shared their appeal.
Don't they do home deliveries?! Mother, 33, gives birth in Lidl car park after suddenly going into labour on the way to hospital
Natasha Thomson gave birth to baby Holly on Thursday after pulling over at a Lidl in Peterlee, County Durham, while on their way to the University Hospital of North Tees.
ANOTHER powerful 'lockdown violator': Topless Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is caught having a picnic with his partner and two friends 'in breach of his distancing guidelines for public'
The shirtless Taoiseach was filmed outdoors with his partner Matt Barrett and two others near Steward's Lodge in Dublin where he has been staying during the pandemic.
Crazy scenes see 400 fans launch pitch invasion during 'illegal' football match under lockdown in France as authorities slam those attending game branded as a potential 'virus bomb'
The match took place in Strasbourg in the eastern region of the country on Sunday and comes with the area under strict lockdown rules in the wake of the coronavirus which bans mass gatherings.
Two-year-old child plunges 15ft onto a busy beach sparking major rescue operation
The girl fell from the walkway above Meadfoot beach in Torquay onto the ground below at around lunchtime today.
Horrifying moment mother 'PUSHES' her autistic son, nine, into a canal 'in her first failed attempt to kill him' before taking the non-verbal boy to another spot where he drowned
Patricia Ripley, 45, inset, is facing attempted and premeditated murder charges. Alejandro Ripley, main with his famiiy, was found floating in a Miami, Florida, canal on Friday. Dad Aldo Ripley is inset.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan, with about 16,600 confirmed cases and about 850 deaths, has so far avoided the large outbreaks that have been experienced in the US and the Europe despite its softer restrictions.
Cyclone Amphan: Sporadic protests continue over restoration of power, water supply in West Bengal
The cyclone had blown away electric poles, damaged transformers and uprooted trees that fell on electric wires, disrupting power supply in several parts of the state, including Kolkata.
Coronavirus upside: 70% fall in crime in western Uttar Pradesh in April, says report
Western Uttar Pradesh has reported a sharp fall in crime in April compared to the corresponding period last year.
‘Migrants train should reach destination’: Sanjay Raut’s jibe at Piyush Goyal over diversions
The Vasai Road-Gorakhpur Sharmik Special train to Uttar Pradesh, which left from Palghar on May 21, was diverted to a different route via Odisha due to heavy congestion.
Trump threatens to move Republican convention if North Carolina won't allow packed arena
President targets Democratic governor days after state’s highest daily increase in coronavirus cases
Florida Felons Who Owe Restitution Or Outstanding Legal Fees Can Still Vote, Judge Rules
‘This is a tremendous victory for voting rights,’ said an ACLU attorney. Felons in Florida who are unable to repay their court fines can still have their voting rights restored, a federal ...
9 found dead in well in Telangana were murdered by a man to cover up another killing
The man, Sanjay Kumar Yadav, was arrested on Monday following investigations by six special teams and he confessed to the crime, police claimed, three days after bodies of the nine, including six members of a family, were fished out from the well at Gorrekunta village. The murders were carried out to cover up the killi
Sporadic protests continue over restoration of power, water supply in cyclone-hit Bengal
Sporadic protests over demands for restoration of power and water supply continued in several cyclone Amphan-hit parts of West Bengal for the fifth consecutive day on Monday while normalcy has
Former DG allegedly stabs wife of 50 years to death in Imo state
The former Director-General of Imo Broadcasting Corporation, Sir TC Okere is at large after allegedly stabbing his wife of 50 years to death earlier today, 25th May, 2020 in Imo state. The Imo State Police Public
UPDATED: Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 'bloody' poll
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has released N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities of Abonema...
JUST IN: 86-year-old former IBC DG stabs wife to death
An 86 year-old former Director General of the Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), Mr. T.C. Okere has allegedly stabbed his wife to death...
Peace returns to Ondo APC as factional chairman withdraws suit
Peace may be returning to Ondo State All Progressives Congress (APC) following the withdrawal of the suit challenging the authentic chairman, Ade Adetimehin....
Buhari urged to sign amended Electoral Act into law before Edo gov poll
The National Vice Chairman, Southsouth, of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Emmanuel Ogidi, has urged President Muhammadu Buhari...
Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from North Carolina
U.S. President Donald Trump warns that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event..
Cop crushed to death under vehicle ‘illegally transporting cattle’ in Solapur; driver, three others held on murder charge
According to police, the constable attached with the Solapur rural police headquarters, was deployed at a nakabandi in Vadakbal village along a naik and two home guards for checking vehicles entering the district during a lockdown in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak.
Militants Shell Town in Syria's Idlib, Russian Military Says
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Militants from the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham* terrorist group have attacked a settlement in the Syrian province of Idlib, Rear Admiral Oleg Zhuravlev, the...
Horrific moment 'killer' mother hurls autistic son, 9, into canal
Patricia Riple allegedly became overwhelmed while caring for Alejandro, who suffered from severe autism and could not speak.
Talks ongoing for 'new management' at Clifton Nursing Home after 9 deaths from Covid-19
THE Department of Health has said that "an alternative provider" has come forward which could mean residents at Clifton Nursing Home in north Belfast may not have to be relocated.
Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings say coronavirus affected their eyesight
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that his own eyesight was affected by coronavirus
'Domnishambles': Tory MPs continue piling pressure on Downing Street to sack Dominic Cummings as angry constituents decry his actions
Conservative backbenchers have been calling on the Prime Minister to remove Dominic Cummings from his influential position after he drove from London to Durham.
Donald Trump complains he gets 'no credit' for handling the coronavirus crisis even as he brags about getting 'great reviews' and the nation's death toll ticks toward 100,000
President Donald Trump touted 'great reviews' of his coronavirus response and claimed he got 'no credit' for it. His tweet came as U.S. deaths from the disease approached 100,000.
Air India to resume operation on Kolkata-Imphal-Aizawl route from Thursday
All scheduled commercial passenger flights have been suspended since March 25 when the government imposed a nationwide lockdown to curb the coronavirus pandemic. The flights resumed on Monday.
White Woman Calls Cops on Black Man Who Asked Her to Leash Dog
The latest iteration of Karen popped up in New York City's Central Park as a white woman called the police on a black man after being asked to put ...
Manipur jolted by two back-to-back earthquakes
Two back to back earthquakes strike Manipur on Monday evening, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The two earthquakes were reported within 13 minutes of each other. The first one,
Legendary Alligator Saturn – Rumored To Be Hitler's Pet – Dies In Moscow Aged 84
An alligator that was long-rumored to be Adolf Hitler's pet (which is likely to be untrue) has died in a Moscow zoo at the age of 84. Saturn the alligator
China warns US against sparking Cold War - The Nation Nigeria
Wang Yi, the Chinese foreign minister, said Sunday that the U.S. should “give up on its wishful thinking of changing China” and avoid bringing..
Sex for rent rises with coronavirus poverty - The Nation Nigeria
A growing number of landlords are asking tenants for sex in exchange for housing as coronavirus lockdowns and job cuts have left many struggling...
Why I faked my death, by househelp - The Nation Nigeria
A 19-year-old, Margaret Ikumu, whose family raised the alarm over her supposed death and secret burial, has told police that she faked ....
Three snatch SUV in Anambra - The Nation Nigeria
Three persons have been arrested by police for allegedly snatching at gunpoint a Toyota Highlander Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and other valuables
Southeast governors, IG clash community policing plan
The South East Governors Forum has expressed dismay that the Inspector General of Police allegedly reneged on its agreements on ...
Labour Laws: Legal hurdles, trade union opposition force some states to pull back major changes
The move also comes close on the heels of the Madhya Pradesh government last week amending its proposed changes to labour laws, citing the need for legal consent before workers are asked to work overtime.
Mumbai: A month on, kin of first policeman to succumb to Covid awaits govt’s Rs 50 lakh solatium
57-year-old Chandrakant Pendurkar was the first policeman from the state to have succumbed to Covid-19. So far, 18 police personnel from the state have died due to the infection, while 1,809 have tested positive till May 24.
Fate of final semester exams in Maharashtra still in limbo
On Monday, Minister for Higher and Technical Education Uday Samant held a meeting, through videoconferencing, with vice-chancellors of state’s non-agricultural universities to discuss the possibility of cancelling exams.
JNU ‘advises’ students in hostels to leave, invites student union ire
“As per the MHA, Govt. of India and Delhi Government guidelines... the University has announced students can return to campus on or after 25 June 2020 and till then all academic activities are closed,” it added.
FBI, 3 States in Massive Manhunt for UConn Student Wanted for Murder
The FBI has joined three states in a manhunt for a student who police say committed two homicides, a home invasion, and a kidnapping.
Warning signs posted in Nanakuli after shark sighting | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The City and County of Honolulu says warning signs have been posted at Depot’s Beach in Nanakuli after a 10-foot-long shark was spotted in the area.
Gerakan, you’re moving in the wrong direction
WHEN Gerakan pulled out of Barisan Nasional (BN) on June 23, 2018 after the 14th general election, there was a glimmer of hope that perhaps the long-marginalised component party finally realised it had been heading in the wrong direction all this time. It was completely wiped out in the past election, losing the only seat it had left in Parliament.
Coronavirus: There is something positive about Covid-19 management in Nigeria - Jonathan
Former president, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, has warned against the possibility of coronavirus pandemic breeding dictators in Africa as scourge exceeds 5-million.
COVID-19 prompts Quebec to put off premiers' meeting
Quebec is postponing the Council of the Federation meeting it was set to host this summer because of COVID-19.
COVID-19: Anambra, Delta hold talks to check movement on Niger Bridge
The Anambra and Delta Governments are currently holding talks to check the influx of people, seeking to cross the Niger Bri
FIFA suspends Haiti football president accused of rape
FIFA on Monday suspended the president of Haiti's football federation for 90 days pending an investigation into allegations of rape.
US President Trump: I'm getting it all back (from China)
US President Donald Trump has been crossing the wires on Monday, US time. Trump has tweeted, Great reviews on our handling of COVID-19, sometimes refe
Elaborate arrangements made at Srinagar airport as air travel service resumes
Elaborate arrangements were made at the Srinagar airport to receive first flights after commercial air travel service resumed operations after two months
Fearing COVID-19, pregnant woman refused treatment by doctors at two government hospitals in Andhra
The woman, Gouramma (30), a daily wage worker from Billehal village in Halaharvi mandal, had migrated to Goa along with other villagers before the lockdown.
Donald Trump Fumes On Twitter As Media Slams Pandemic Golf Outing
US President Donald Trump on Monday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death count from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000.
Several high school students in Georgia tested positive for COVID-19 after attending a drive-through graduation parade, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The Lovett School in Atlanta did not disclose how many students had tested positive for COVID-19, but described the number as "several.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Joe Biden is back – from COVID-19 seclusion
Joe Biden makes first public appearance since March 15 New Castle, United States | AFP | Joe Biden, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, emerged from more than two months of seclusion Monday, wearing a black face mask during a visit to lay a wreath on the day the United States honors its war dead. Biden’s …
Putin back in Kremlim, Russia looks to ease COVID-19 lockdown in some regions
President Vladimir Putin made a rare lockdown appearance in the Kremlin on Monday after officials said improvements in the coronavirus situation ...
China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law
HONG KONG: China on Monday (May 25) threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on ...
Turkish President extends Eid-ul-Fitr greetings, best wishes to PM Imran over phone
The Turkish President also expressed his condolences to Imran Khan over Karachi
'I broke no laws' - Taoiseach defends picnic with friends after public were discouraged from doing so
The Taoiseach has issued a staunch defence of his decision to have a picnic with friends in the Phoenix Park on Sunday afternoon.
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte did not get to visit his dying mother due to coronavirus restrictions
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte did not get to visit his dying mother due to strict coronavirus restrictions, his spokesperson has said.
China to evacuate citizens from India
India News: NEW DELHI: In what seems like a political move in the midst of strained relations and a military stand-off in the Himalayas, China has said it will ev.
Dutch prime minister didn't visit dying mother due to lockdown measures
Mark Rutte today announced the recent death of his 96-year-old mother in a care home in The Hague.
Gran, 81, dies after two residents from care home ‘with 15 coronavirus deaths transferred to her home’
A HEARTBROKEN son has called for answers after a care firm transferred two residents with suspected coronavirus to his mum’s home. Gran Sylvia Williamson, 81, died on Sunday May 17 at Kenton …
Rescued migrant labourers narrate their ordeal to RDO
An inquiry was conducted with 14 migrant youth engaged in borewell industry in Madurai to ascertain whether they were kept as bonded labourers. They were rescued over a month ago by a city-based non g
Salem Airport to resume operations on Wednesday
Temperature of passengers would be screened before boarding and passengers would be provided with PPE kits along with sanitisers by the airline.
Corrie's Simon Gregson branded 'thick as Steve McDonald' for defending Dominic Cummings
Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson is facing a vicious backlash after he posted a tweet defending embattled Downing Street aide Dominic Cummings for breaking lockdown rules
Nine killer questions Dominic Cummings still has to answer after press conference
In a rare press conference from Downing Street, Dominic Cummings explained why he travelled 260 miles to his family home in Durham during the lockdown, but it raised yet more questions
Federal coronavirus testing plan puts burden on states
The Trump administration’s new strategy for coronavirus testing puts much of the burden on states while promising to provide supplies such as swabs and material to transport specimens. In a joint letter, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer, New Jersey Rep. Frank Pallone
Several high school students in Georgia tested positive for COVID-19 after attending a drive-through graduation parade
The Lovett School in Atlanta did not disclose how many students had tested positive for COVID-19, but described the number as "several."
Brazil's Bolsonaro says he expects top court to end probe into his conduct over police
Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro expects the Supreme Court to find no wrongdoing and end an investigation into potential political interference in the federal police, according to a statement from the presidential palace on Monday. An allegation by former Justice Minister Sergio Moro, a popular anti-graft
Watch: Boy, 12, stays calm as bear emerges from bush just metres away
Unbearable to watch.
Russian Prosecutors Ask for 18-Year Jail Term for US National Whelan on Espionage Charges, Court Says
Former US Marine Paul Whelan has been held by the Russian authorities for nearly 17 months after he was arrested in Moscow in 2018 because of a flash drive in his...
Over 250,000 people sign petition for Dominic Cummings to be sacked
The storm around Dominic Cummings’ position at the heart of Government has sparked a furious petition from the public, with a quarter of a million people signing in just two days.
Police formally requested to investigate Dominic Cummings over #CumGate
Durham Constabulary have been asked to 'establish the facts' about Mr Cummings' movements.
'People will die' after Boris defends Cummings for 'undermining lockdown'
People observed lockdown because they thought 'we're all in this together', a government scientist has said.
Interim victims' commissioner will consider his 'situation' over damaging leak
The Interim Victims' Commissioner said he will consider his "situation" if he is found to be culpable for a major data breach which led to hundreds of victims of historical institutional abuse having their identities exposed.
Police asked to investigate Dominic Cummings over coronavirus lockdown trip
Durham Police has been asked to "establish the facts concerning any potential breach of the law" surrounding Dominic Cummings' visit to the county.
Dad batters minor daughters to death for being loud in UP’s Sant Kabir Nagar
A father battered his five-year-old and 2-year-old daughters to death merely because they were creating a noise. The residents of the village are so distressed at the incident that most of them did not celebrate Eid on Monday.
Another staff member of AIIMS dies due to coronavirus in Delhi
A staff member at the All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), Delhi died from coronavirus on Monday. This is the third case of death from AIIMS.
Bishops round on Boris: Church leaders say CofE may now refuse to work with government on Covid response after PM's 'risible' defence of Dominic Cummings that 'broke trust of nation'
Bishops have reacted with fury on social media, saying Mr Johnson's defence of Cummings is an 'insult' and that he has 'no respect for the people.'
Don't look down! Heart-in-mouth moment day-tripper risks his life to pose for a photo on 150ft cliff edge at Birling Gap beauty spot in Sussex
The unknown man, who was not wearing safety equipment, decided to risk his life by walking to the edge of the Birling Gap cliffs, near Eastbourne, in East Sussex, today in order to take a photo.
Coroner warns more babies could die after one-year-old girl was strangled to death by blind cord next to her cot
Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became caught in the looped cable at her parents' home in Hackney, North London. Pictured is an example of a looped cable.
Medieval cemetery discovered under a Berlin car park reveals its original residents’ lives were plagued by conflict, disease and poor diets
The remains were unearthed in Petriplatz, near the former St Peter's Church in the town of Colln. Buried between 1047 and 1299 AD, they showed signs of scurvy and tuberculosis.
The grieving family who changed the lockdown funeral rule: Seven siblings get permission to attend service for their father, 72, after battling council on rule that banned more than five mourners
Geraldine Hackford, 49, led a campaign against Sheffield City Council to make sure all of her siblings could join her at the funeral of their father, Gerald, who died from a heart blockage on April 16.
SC allows Air India to fly for ten days with middle seats filled in scheduled aircraft
The high court had on May 22 sought response from Air India and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on a petition of an AI pilot claiming that the airline was not following safety measures for COVID-19 while bringing back Indians stranded abroad.
Americans defy Covid-19 social distancing rules to celebrate Memorial Day holiday
Hundreds gather at pool party at Lake of the Ozarks and at Daytona Beach in Florida, defying safety restrictions
10 things you need to know today: May 25, 2020
Trump suspends travel from Brazil due to coronavirus spike, Americans mark Memorial Day with limited public events, and more
How to help PGH safety officer, sons who were forced to leave home
Santiago takes pride in his work on the front lines. He says the coronavirus pandemic has made work more difficult, but he didn’t expect he would experience discrimination.
Russian prosecutors seek 18 years for ex-U.S. marine in spy trial
Paul Whelan reacted calmly to the prosecutor's 'very harsh' demand, says lawyer Vladimir Zherebenkov
Politician Visits Woman, Jumps Off Her 2nd Floor Balcony To Escape When Man Enters Her Home
The man is recovering in the hospital.
People Online Helped A 12-YO Stranded In Dwarka Reunite With Family Amid Lockdown
The power of social media
Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another Coronavirus case
The multitasking staff is responsible for taking files from one official to another and come in contact with a lot of people throughout the day. These files can go to the Chairman, Railway Board or even the Railway Minister, thereby spreading infection, an official said.
Hong Kong security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'
More than 180 people were arrested on Sunday as authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse pro-democracy protesters
Five new COVID-19 cases in Lebanon
So far, 1119 cases were officially recorded with no new deaths, rendering the total number of deaths at 26.
Akinwumi Adesina accused of appointing relatives to strategic positions at AFDB
PRESIDENT of the African Development Bank (AFDB) Akinwumi Adesina has been accused by a group of anonymous whistleblowers of handing contracts to acquaintances and appointing relatives to strategic positions at the bank, a Bloomberg report has revealed. According to the report, U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin turned down plans by the AFDB’s board to end […]
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid lockdown furore
Dominic Cummings is expected to make a public statement later amid growing calls for the prime minister’s most senior adviser to resign for travelling during lockdown. Boris Johnson is also facing
This Morning: Ruth Langsford confronted supermarket shopper who broke lockdown guidance
Ruth Langsford confronted a fellow shopper in a supermarket after they failed to social distance properly. Appearing on This Morning with her husband Eamonn Holmes, Langsford described how a man
46 die, 387 injured in accidents on Abeokuta-Lagos expressway in six years-FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said on Monday that 46 persons died in road accidents at the Old Toll-Gate corridor on the...
Community tasks Buhari to get justice for assaulted medical doctor
President Muhammadu Buhari has been tasked to order an inquiry into the reported physical assault on Dr Avwebo Otoide, a physician, by...
BREAKING: Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 'bloody' poll
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has released N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities in Abonema...
Rivers, demolished hotel owner disagree on manager's COVID-19 status
The crisis rocking the demolition of Prodest Hotel took a twist on Monday following a disagreement between the Rivers State Government and...
Gurgaon: Passes not required for commuters travelling to Delhi airport or railway station
An order issued by the Gurgaon District Magistrate stated that passengers who have a confirmed Air/Train E-Ticket in their name shall be allowed to travel from the Airport/Railway station to their Home/destination and vice versa.
Police: Foreign student falls to death from 15th floor of Miri apartment
MIRI, May 25 — A male foreign student studying at a private university here, was found dead on the corridor of the second floor of an apartment early this morning believed to have fallen from the 15th floor of the building. Miri district police chief, ACP Lim Meng Seah, said the deceased, Yahia...
German government, regions tussle over reopening from lockdowns
BERLIN, May 25 — Germany’s central and regional governments were at odds today over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with allies of Chancellor Angela Merkel warning that scrapping them risks unleashing a new wave of coronavirus infections. The row erupted after Bodo Ramelow,...
Putin back in Kremlin, Russia looks to ease lockdown in some regions
MOSCOW, May 25 — President Vladimir Putin made a rare lockdown appearance in the Kremlin today after officials said improvements in the coronavirus situation may allow Russia to re-open some tourist resorts soon and relax restrictions in many regions. Russia, which has reported the world’s...
Republicans Sue California Gov. Gavin Newsom over Vote by Mail Mandate
Republicans sued California Gov. Gavin Newsom over his order to send every registered voter a vote-by-mail ballot for November.
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid calls to face sack
The aide travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family.
Shropshire MP raises constituents' Cummings concerns to senior members of Government
Shropshire MP Mark Pritchard says he's made the views of his constituents clear to senior members of the Government after being bombarded with emails over Dominic Cummings' 260-mile lockdown trip.
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first COVID-19 case
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital. Prof. Anthony Igwegbe, the Chief Medical Director of th...
Pentagon charts its own course on COVID-19, risking Trump's ire
The Pentagon is actively planning on living with the coronavirus well into 2021, putting it at risk of angering President Trump as he expresses confidence that the disease is on the wane.
Trump threatens to move GOP convention over North Carolina's coronavirus restrictions
President Trump warned Monday that the Republican Party could seek to move its 2020 convention if North Carolina Gov.
Netanyahu appears in court as corruption trial begins
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared in court Monday as his trial began on charges of bribery as well as fraud and breach of trust, making a combative statement aimed at the country's
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs
Explosive detection dogs risk everything to keep US troops safe from hidden dangers on the battlefield.
SAMRC investigation into Glenda Gray is a 'witch hunt' - Adam Habib
The SAMRC board's decision to investigate Glenda Gray has "crossed the line from holding someone to account to a witch hunt", Adam Habib says.
Gambari, Mustapha reportedly bicker over sack of TCN boss
The recent sack of the former managing director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Mr Usman Mohammed, has reportedly pitted the SGF with the CoS.
Hong Kong Chief Justice Geoffrey Ma warns judges against expressing 'unnecessary' political opinion | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Chief Justice Geoffrey Ma has warned judges against expressing “unwarranted or unnecessary political views” after a judge was relieved of handling protests-related cases due to his controversial sentencing remarks. District Judge Kwok Wai-kin compared pro-democracy demonstrators to “terrorists” and expressed sympathy with the attacker who was found guilty of wounding with intent after he slashed […]
Spain to End Quarantine Requirement for Foreign Travelers July 1
Spain will stop enforcing mandatory quarantine for foreign tourists from July 1, as the country prepares to reboot its key tourism industry.
Leadership in turbulent times: A review essay
Leadership in Turbulent Times (2018) by Doris Goodwin is a study of leadership crafted around the presidencies of Abraham Lincoln (1861-1865)
Prime Minister is ‘taking the public for fools’ with ‘farcical’ defence of Dominic Cummings, says Ian Blackford
Boris Johnson is under increasing pressure to sack Dominic Cummings today, with the SNP accusing the prime minister of "taking the public for fools".
Taoiseach was 'in line with public health guidance' while sunbathing in Phoenix Park
A spokesperson for the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he adhered to public health guidance while he was visiting the Phoenix Park in Dublin yesterday afternoon.
Hundreds took part in a parade celebrating the first birthday of a boy who lost both his parents in the El Paso shooting
(CNN) — A Texas community hit by terrible tragedy months ago came together over the weekend to celebrate a survivor’s first birthday. Paul Gilbert Anchondo was two...
First flight lands at Jammu airport from Delhi as domestic air travel resumes
After the restart of domestic air travel in the country, the first flight landed at the Jammu airport from Delhi on Monday morning. The Air India flight
Kulgam woman tests positive for Covid-19 after death; J&K toll 23
The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 23 in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday after an elderly woman from Kulgam district of south Kashmir, who died couple of
Not only holding polls, being arrested also part of political process: NC leader
Holding Assembly elections in the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir should not be the only goal of mainstream politicians and being arrested is also
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's
Bolivia ex-health minster held in pre-trial detention over virus scandal
Bolivia's ex-health minister has been remanded in custody over a corruption investigation into over-priced ventilators to fight the novel coronavirus, the attorney general said on Sunday.
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "We're on the front line most of the time," an Army sergeant said of herself and her dog.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The 'Mogote' is a $87,500 lofted tiny home on wheels that can sleep up to 4 people — see inside, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Baluchon prioritizes using local, "eco-responsible and bio-based" supplies, according to the company.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
BMW left stranded on Skegness beach as coastguard issues warning
'Help us to help you. Stay off the sand.'
Investigation into Langar fire to 'continue' as fire crews leave the scene after four days
The service have handed over the site back to the owner
CANADA: MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
The HOC has been working on how to hold debates and votes with some MPs participating remotely, but hasn't yet solved technical and security challenges
Former MP's Mother Collapses After Govt Demolishes Her House
The woman, 95, collapsed after the government moved to demolish her house as she watched in...
Memorial Day tradition carries on in Las Vegas amid pandemic
Some recurring public Memorial Day events are scheduled for Monday across the valley, but they have been scaled back.
States will have to seek permission to employ workers from Uttar Pradesh, says Adityanath
The chief minister also announced a migration commission to ensure employment for workers within Uttar Pradesh.
SC allows Air India to operate repatriation flights without leaving middle seat empty for 10 days
The top court’s order came on a petition filed by the Centre and Air India against a Bombay High Court order to keep middle seats on planes vacant.
Union Minister of State for Agriculture said that Rahul Gandhi can Never be a Public Leader -
Union Minister of State for Agriculture Kailash Chaudhary says that if Rahul Gandhi had been the Prime Minister of the
In his final days, Ahmaud Arbery’s life was at a crossroads
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) — He was at a crossroads, his life stretching out before him, his troubles largely behind him. He had enrolled at South Georgia Technical College, preparing to...
Americans finding ways to stay active while keeping distance
Vicki L. Friedman always wanted to play golf with her adult sons but until this spring couldn’t find time to learn the game and practice. Shaun Warkentin was looking for...
'From Hero to Zero': Piers Morgan Claims Boris Johnson 'Done' in Tense Row Over 'Hypocrite' Cummings
The outspoken GMB host believes that by defending the top Downing Street policy adviser, notably behind the set of COVID containment rules, the prime minister is...
Coronavirus news live - UK death toll at 36,793 and Johnson defends Cummings
Here, we bring you the live updates on the latest news, developments and guidance on the Covid-19 pandemic.
Frontline doctor vows to resign if Dominic Cummings doesn’t go first
Dr Dominic Pimenta said the Prime Minister's chief adviser ‘spits in the face of all our efforts’.
Qatar, Azerbaijan to strengthen relations further
Qatar and Azerbaijan have taken many steps over the last 25 years to develop bilateral relations in various sectors. Both countries are interested in the development of economic partnership, including investment, trade and tourism cooperation, said the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Doha.
Prince Andrew 'grabbed Virginia Roberts' bottom and ground himself on her during visit to Jeffrey Epstein's "paedophile island" in Caribbean,' Netflix documentary claims
The makers of the documentary talk to Steve Scully who claims he saw Prince Andrew kissing Miss Roberts on the Caribbean Island.
Did pilots FORGET to put wheels down on doomed PIA 8303? Airbus performed a belly landing and took off again before crashing on second attempt killing 97 people onboard
Captain Sajjad Gull, who was at the controls of doomed Pakistan Airlines Flight 8303 when it crashed on Friday killing 97, may have forgotten to put the wheels down when landing, experts said.
Flight resumption paves way for Parliamentary committee meetings in June
Monsoon session of Parliament likely to be on schedule, though social distancing challenges remain
Rajasthan govt withdraws order increasing daily working limit to 12 hours
Congress-ruled Rajasthan was the first state to increase the working hour limit to 12 hours from 8 hours through an order issued on April 11
Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as virus slows recovery
Six months after Australia's bushfire crisis and some 6 hours away from Sydney, scores of people still live in limbo
Italian Government Wants Unemployed To Become Social Distancing Snitches
An army of “civic assistants” will be embedded in the population
Pakistan plane crash: Police officer who saved others until he fell unconscious earns praise online
Sindh Police official reportedly fainted from inhaling CO2 and was admitted to a hospital
'Quite a Decent Shake' : Earthquake interrupts New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern's TV interview
The prime minister was speaking to a morning news program from Parliament in Wellington
Yemeni gravediggers overwhelmed amid spike in COVID-19 deaths
‘This is something strange, we’ve never seen it before’
Air India allowed to operate non-scheduled foreign flights with middle-seat booking
Bombay High Court had directed to keep these seats vacant on international flights
Muslims in India, Bangladesh celebrate Eid subdued by COVID-19
Indian government leaders and imams appealed to Eid celebrants to follow lockdown norms
Liberal senator files defamation suit over Twitter troll account
Victorian senator Sarah Henderson has filed defamation proceedings against a former Geelong councillor who denies any link to an anonymous Twitter account.
PM Trudeau commits to explore plan to allow 10 days of paid sick leave
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his government intends to move forward on talks with the provinces and territories on ensuring that every worker in Canada who needs it can access 10 days of paid sick leave a year.
MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
The House of Commons is meeting Monday to decide, again, how it is going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
Feds pledge to push provinces for paid sick leave following NDP prompt
The federal government committed Monday to advancing talks with the provinces and territories on ensuring that every worker in Canada who needs it can access 10 days of paid sick leave a year, a measure viewed as important to the 'recovery phase' of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Furious backlash after Boris Johnson defends aide’s lockdown journey
Tory MPs say they have received a wave of anger from constituents over Dominic Cummings’ actions.
Abductee’s family to Niger: negotiate with kidnappers
The family of one of the construction workers kidnapped in Niger State has appealed to the state government to open negotiations with the abductor ...
Revealed: the other woman in Thami Ndala’s life, Lerato’s Ex-Husband
Lerato Kganyago's ex-husband haunted by former lover Nokulunga Shabangu,25, who allegedly dragged him to cver assets at their love nest in Fourways suburb.
After failed bid with viper, Kerala man kills wife with cobra: police
Police on Sunday arrested Sooraj, 27, a native of Adoor and Santosh, 47, a snake handler, on charges of killing Sooraj’s wife Uthra, 25, a native of Kollam.
Petition in Bombay High Court seeks Covid-19 testing facilities in non-red zones
The petition further stated that the swab samples from Ratnagiri were sent to a laboratory in Sangli district, which is nearly 237 km away.
Former minister Teresa Kok says ‘history repeating itself’ after Malaysian Rubber Board chairman ‘expedites’ nod for RM100m project in own constituency
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Seputeh MP Teresa Kok criticised today the government’s practice of political appointments when accusing new Malaysian Rubber Board (MRB) chairman Datuk Ahmad Nazlan Idris of rushing a RM100 million project in his parliamentary constituency within a month of his...
CMCO: Do not cheer for mat rempits, Johor police chief warns Malaysians
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — Johor police have urged the public not to cheer mat rempits for their stunts or jeer police for acting against these public nuisance who are violating the law, especially the conditional movement control order (CMCO). He was commenting on a video trending on social media...
Immigration D-G: 207 undocumented migrants tested positive for Covid-19 in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — A total of 207 of the 13,929 undocumented migrants detained at three Immigration Detention Depots in Peninsular Malaysia have been found to be positive for Covid-19 infection. Immigration Director-General Datuk Khairul Dzaimee Daud said 110 of those infected have been sent...
Senior minister: A million thank yous to Malaysia’s Covid-19 frontliners
PUTRAJAYA, May 25 — Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has expressed his gratitude to the frontliners still working on Hari Raya Aidilfitri to help curb the spread of Covid-19. He said that even during Aidilfitri celebrations, operations like public sanitation,...
‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK’s Johnson and aide
LONDON, May 25 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London. Defending one of Britain’s most powerful men,...
Ismail Sabri: Police pursuing organisers, attendees of wedding at Serdang temple held during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The police will take action against organisers and attendees of a wedding ceremony held at a temple in Seri Kembangan, Serdang last Sunday that involved up to 30 people, said Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He said that the wedding was in breach of the...
Tony Blair Hits Trump over Coronavirus: Seeks More Global Government
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair has airily dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's leadership during the Chinese coronavirus pandemic.
Smoke covers A53 as fire crews called to rubber and plastic blaze
Firefighters had to put out a fire involving plastic and rubber in a field near a main road.
Johnson supported Cummings ahead of public interest, Nicola Sturgeon says
Scotland’s First Minister accused the PM of risking public confidence in coronavirus guidelines by keeping his adviser in post.
I’m too busy to eye Anambra gov seat — Ngige
Tony Okafor, Awka The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige has said he is too busy serving the nation at the national level to consider a shot at the 2021 Anambra State governorship e...
COVID-19: Trump bars travel from Brazil
President Donald Trump on Sunday suspended travel from Brazil, which has emerged as a major new hotspot in the coronavirus pandemic, the White House said. Non-Americans who have been in Brazil i...
Ondo APC Unity Forum’s leader joins Akeredolu’s camp
Peter Dada, Akure A leader of the Unity Forum of the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State, Mr Idowu Otetubi, has dumped the group to join the Governor Rotimi Akeredolu’s camp in the party. Ote...
SAMRC board apologises for Prof Gray's comments, bars staff from speaking to media
The SA Medical Research Council board has apologised to the Ministerial Advisory Committee for comments made by its president, Professor Glenda Gray, and says it will institute a fact-finding investigation into the "damage" the comments may have caused.
UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.
Manager of demolished Rivers hotel reportedly tests positive for COVID-19
The Rivers government on Sunday, May 24, disclosed that manager of the demolished Prodest Hotel, Eleme has tested positive for COVID-19 along with 26 others.
Rivers govt accuses EFCC of media trial, says it will not be intimidated
The Rivers State Government has again joined issues with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which it accused of engaging on media trial...
List of countries where there are no coronavirus cases across the world
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has since labelled Covid-19 a pandemic but there are still a handful of countries that have not yet reported any cases.
‘Appalled’ judge sentences pastor for theft from Oso victims
“God only knows what darkness in (Gary) Ray’s soul has caused him to do these things,” the judge said.
No parades, but cemeteries open, flags up for Memorial Day
Recognizing the holiday is more complicated this year, but local groups are doing what they can.
Sanwo-Olu to virtually inaugurate projects to mark one year in office
Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu is to inaugurate housing, education, and road projects as part of activities to mark one year in office.
Nigeria confirms 313 new cases of COVID-19, total active cases now 5350
Nigeria on Sunday recorded 313 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, taking the toll of active cases to 5350. - Coronavirus Updates
‘We will forever love him’: Heartbroken parents pay tribute to popular Fife teen who died in road tragedy
The heartbroken parents of a Fife teenager killed in a road tragedy say they have lost "the perfect person".
Rajasthan Rajgarh SHO suicide: Police station staff seeks transfer, cites pressure by MLA Krishna Poonia
In an application to the IG, police personnel of the Rajgarh police station have asked for their transfer, saying local MLA Krishna Poonia pressurises them and unnecessarily complains against them to senior officials. The SHO of the police station, Vishnu Dutt Vishnoi, committed suicide on Friday.
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
"Bullets and repression are not the way to deal with the aspirations of Hong Kong's people for freedom and democracy."
Little girl pulled back from edge of 400ft cliff after peering over
Terrifying pictures show the curious young girl being dragged back from the edge of the cliff in Birling Gap, near Eastbourne.
Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins fume at Dominic Cummings
They addressed the scandal on today's show.
Bodies of three PIA plane crash victims handed over to families in Islamabad
The victims were identified as Rawalpindi Police Head Constable Raja Asif Fayyaz, Malik Zeeshan and Syed Danish
Maharashtra COVID-19 Tracker: State records 3041 new cases, state tally of positive cases stand at 50231
On Monday, Maharashtra recorded 3041 fresh COVID-19 cases thus taking the total positive cases to 50231, as per reports by the state Health department.
Devotees, religious groups up in arms against TTD on decision to sell away Lord Balaji's assets
The decision to sell immovable assets of India's richest Lord Venkateswara temple on Tirumala hill shrine not only triggered political storm but also drew protests from devotees and religious groups. Even ruling YSR Congress Party MP Raghuramakrishna Raju opposed the move saying selling the God's assets is belittling the donors.
'Dominic Cummings spits in the face of all our efforts, the whole NHS': Doctor says he will QUIT if PM's aide does not go as another medic says she wouldn't have 'dreamed of travelling the length of country to sort out some child care'
Dominic Pimenta told Good Morning Britain that he's ready to resign if Cummings stays in his position as the top Government aide after travelling from London to Durham in lockdown.
'Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?': The British Press is divided over response to Dominic Cummings scandal with Guardian demanding blood while Times suggests aide's actions are 'not a cause for resignation'
Britain's newspapers are showing mixed views in response to Boris Johnson's backings of Dominic Cummings on Sunday night, while some call for the top aide to resign, others only call for a review.
Mother tigress becomes embroiled in a fierce duel with her DAUGHTER as they clash over dominance and territory in India
The dramatic moment between the massive tigers unfolded in an open, lush green area at the Ranthambore National Park in western state of Rajasthan in India.
‘No need for state economic package to tide over COVID crisis’: Uddhav Thackeray snubs BJP demand
Maharashtra Corona Update: Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has rejected the opposition BJP's demand for a package from the state government to tide over Coronavirus-induced crisis.
Tow truck turf wars: Toronto sees rise in violence likened to organised crime
A fourth murder in two years has shone a light on the danger for drivers in a highly lucrative – and highly cut-throat – industry
Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan
The statement is part of a flurry of coordinated messages from the city's different security services embracing the law
MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it's going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
The Crisis at My Husband’s Nursing Home
The loss of 98 lives there is nothing short of a tragedy.
5-year-old flies alone from Delhi to Bengaluru, meets mother after 3 months
As domestic flights resumed across the country after two months because of the coronavirus lockdown, a little boy in Bengaluru airport carrying a 'special category' ticket was among the most loving sights of the day.
Train should reach station: Sena leader taunts Piyush Goyal over tweets
In a dig at Railway Minister Piyush Goyal over the diversion of the Vasai Road-Gorakhpur Sharmik Special train via Odisha, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Monday said their only request is that train carrying migrants should reach its destination as announced.
Cyclone Amphan: Kolkata residents continue to stage protest to restore power, water supply
Protests continued in parts of the city over restoration of electric and water supply five days after cyclone Amphan wreaked havoc in the city. However, the state Home Department on Sunday said that power had been restored in several areas of Kolkata.
Three-day-old baby succumbs to COVID-19 in Chandigarh, state death toll rises to 4
A three-day-old girl died of coronavirus in Chandigarh on Sunday, taking the COVID-19 death toll in the union territory to four, a medical bulletin said. The sample of the child was taken after death
PIA crash: Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude
The claim is being made based on an ATC report seen by Geo News
COVID-19: Kuwait to deport 136 Indians by June 4
After arrival, their swab samples will be tested
Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds
The Imperial Palace in Tokyo is among Japan's most popular tourist destinations
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
Lagos to close Marine Beach Bridge for five months
The Lagos State Government on Sunday announced a plan to effect partial closure of the Marine Beach Bridge, Apapa, to vehicular movement...
JNU urges students in campus to go home, says return after varsity opens on June 25
Earlier in March, several students had left campus after they were asked to vacate hostels by the administration and had taken temporary residence in the national capital.
Question in Goa Board’s Class 10 English exam stokes row
In the English exam held last week, the controversial question described a conversation between two persons, wherein one says he has to opt for a job in Portugal because of jobs being scarce here, and that one needs to have influence and money to get a job.
Chandigarh cops sent for screening after man they arrested tests Covid positive
The man, who was suspected to be drunk, was arrested for allegedly assaulting a constable who stopped him from entering a Covid containment zone.
Domestic flights resume in Delhi, over 80 cancellations leave flyers in a fix
In the departure area of Terminal 3, passengers lined up for check-in wearing masks and gloves and many even with face screens. Among those were people who were happy at the thought of being home by evening for Eid.
US President Donald Trump criticised after videos of him golfing surface online
Trump was seen on the golf course a day after saying houses of worship are "essential" and asking governors to reopen them during the weekend.
Malaysian mission in Singapore ready to assist woman bus driver return home for husband’s funeral
SINGAPORE, May 25 — The Malaysian High Commission here is ready to assist the Malaysian woman bus captain seen in a heart-wrenching viral video clip to return home for her husband’s funeral. The Malaysian mission is aware of the plight of the woman, who became inconsolable after receiving the...
Sibu man who breached Covid-19 home quarantine to eat noodles surrenders to police
SIBU, May 25 — A 27-year-old construction site supervisor today surrendered himself to the Sibu Jaya police station after violating the quarantine order at his house and going out to enjoy a plate of noodles. Sibu district police chief ACP Stanley Jonathan Ringgit who confirmed the matter said...
Timeline: How the Dominic Cummings controversy unfolded
Boris Johnson backed his top aide but there has been criticism from Tory MPs, opposition parties, scientists and even bishops.
Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement
Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.
London tourists fined by police for trying to visit Llanrhaeadr Waterfall
A car from Telford was reported by police and sent back from Wales after travelling to "check out a caravan" according to police.
AU @57 declaration: ‘No-one is blameless’ in Libya tragedy – AUC chair
The AU continues to be more involved in helping solve the Libyan crisis.
Western Australia hit by 'once-in-a-decade storm'
About 47,000 of homes and businesses were left without power across the state of Western Australia on Sunday, as a severe storm brought wind speeds of more than 100km/h (60 miles per hour), according to officials.
Kerala CM pitches for continuance of LDF rule on govt.’s fourth anniversary
Pinarayi Vijayan asserts that the LDF has lived up to its manifesto though unprecedented adversities had beset the State
Mum whose son died in lockdown blasts PM's defence of Cummings as 'offensive'
Louise Bennett, whose son Fred, 14, caught coronavirus during treatment for leukaemia, says Dominic Cummings' reasons for travelling from London to Durham "were not extraordinary circumstances" and his excuse "does not cut it"
Boris Johnson goes for run with dog as backlash over Dominic Cummings row deepens
The Prime Minister has been spotted out jogging with his pet, Dilyn, around Lambeth Palace, London, after being criticised for backing his lockdown-breaching top aide
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
Pilot Of Crashed PIA Plane Ignored Warnings Thrice, Says Report
Security personnel stand beside the wreckage of a plane at the site after an aircraft crashed Karachi: The pilot of … Pilot Of Crashed PIA Plane Ignored Warnings Thrice, Says Report Read More »
Hong Kong Security Chief Warns of Growing ‘Terrorism’ as Govt Backs Beijing’s Planned Laws
A masked anti-government protester holds a flag supporting Hong Kong independence during a march against Beijing’s plans to impose national … Hong Kong Security Chief Warns of Growing ‘Terrorism’ as Govt Backs Beijing’s Planned Laws Read More »
Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to people of Hong Kong
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with “necessary assistance”, President Tsai Ing-wen said, after thousands in the Chinese … Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to people of Hong Kong Read More »
Whistle-blower advocacy group calls for COVID-19 accountability watchdog
Report urges appointment of ombudsperson to probe problems with government’s pandemic response
Opinion: Canada must divide its military resources along foreign and domestic lines
Regular force members should be optimized for activities beyond our borders, while reserves are directed to roles at home
Torture, 15-year "sentence" for insulting tweets about Russian-controlled forces in Donbas
Meanwhile, not only have the Russian-controlled forces refused to release her as part of swap efforts, they have not even confirmed the fact they are holding her.
Scientists, JK Rowling pan UK PM for defending aide who broke lockdown rules
As the storm rose across Britain, including in usually Conservative supporting sections and tabloids, PM Boris Johnson insisted on Sunday evening that Cummings had done no wrong, defying many who sought the aide’s resignation.
Fire at Bombardier Aerospace plant in Belfast being treated as accidental
A fire that broke out on Sunday, May 24, at the Bombardier Aerospace plant in Belfast, is reportedly being treated as an accident.
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
Beijing has warned the US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law. China plans to impose legislation on the semi-autonomous
Tow truck turf wars: Toronto sees rise in violence likened to organised crime
A fourth murder in two years has shone a light on the danger for drivers in a highly lucrative – and highly cut-throat – industryJust before sunset, a volley of gunshots rang out in the parking lot of a northern Toronto apartment complex.When police arrived, they found a black tow truck pinned between
PA Arabs Riot, Burn Tires, Throw Rocks Over PA Eid al-Fitr Mosque Closures
Clashes erupt in the Palestinian Authority as residents take to the streets to protest against virus lockdowns imposed for the holiday.
Abbas’s Precious Gift to Iran: Hamas
If and when Abbas does suspend security coordination with Israel, he will be sending a message to Iran and its Palestinian proxies that the time has come to turn the West Bank into a center for Jihad against Israel and the "infidels."
PA Reports IDF Arrested Arab Suspects Despite Breakdown in Cooperation
The lull in arrests is likely to harm the PA before it harms Israel, seeing as so many of the arrested terror suspects belong to Hamas and are the enemies of the PLO.
Celebrating the Irish who fought in the Civil War this Memorial Day
Memorial Day presents an ideal opportunity to look back on perhaps Ireland’s greatest achievement in America.
Timeline: How the Dominic Cummings controversy unfolded
Boris Johnson backed his top aide but there has been criticism from Tory MPs, opposition parties, scientists and even bishops.
Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement
Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.
Family seeks answers to Len's war
Len Hitchens, like so many others who fought in the war, did not speak about his experiences.
Boris Johnson faces sustained pressure to sack Dominic Cummings
It comes amid warnings that the Prime Minister’s chief adviser’s actions have ‘undermined’ efforts to fight coronavirus.
Coronavirus News: Car convoys, virtual ceremonies mark Memorial Day in NY, NJ and CT
New Yorkers marked Memorial Day with car convoys and small ceremonies instead of parades, as those looking to honor fallen military members contended with coronavirus restrictions.
Coronavirus News: Virtual ceremonies planned for Memorial Day
This year's Memorial Day will pay tribute not only to those who died on the battlefield but also those who have fallen during the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus News: Virtual ceremonies held for Memorial Day
This year's Memorial Day paid tribute not only to those who died on the battlefield but also those who have fallen during the coronavirus pandemic.
3-state manhunt for UConn student wanted in 2 homicides: cops
Three states are conducting a manhunt Monday for a University of Connecticut accused of two brutal slayings and believed to be armed with several stolen guns had stretched from Connecticut to New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Atwoli: I’ve no grudge against DP Ruto
Cotu boss says DP is to blame for the woes he is facing in Jubilee.
Man kills brother in Tharaka-Nithi
Residents blame incident on increased consumption of illicit brews.
UNDERCOVER INVESTIGATION: For N16,500, security agents will allow you travel from Lagos to Abuja despite interstate ban
Twenty-four hours to the trip, Otos, a worker at one of the bus terminals in the Jibowu area of Yaba, Lagos, had given all the assurances that there is commercial
Pakistan using its ties in Turkey, Qatar to arrange funding for Zakir Naik
India’s relationship with Turkey has been declining over a few years
Defence HQ says airstrikes kill 200 bandits in Katsina, Zamfara
The Defence Headquarters says the Air Component of Operation Hadarin Daji has neutralised no fewer than 200 armed bandits in multiple air strikes
Dabiri-Erewa, Pantami fight over office space gets messier
After a series of confrontations between Nigeria's communication and digital economy minister Isa Pantami and chairman of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the fight over an office space took another turn late Sunday.
Obinwanne Okeke to plead guilty for $11 million US fraud
Obinwanne Okeke also known as Invictus Obi has indicated wish to plead guilty for the $11 million fraud he is being tried for in the United States (US).
US bans Brazil travel over virus surge as Europe keeps easing
The United States suspended travel from Brazil over an explosion of coronavirus infections in the South American nation, but across the Atlantic
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19, says CMD
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital.
'What would I do with seven days off each week?' Britain's most recognisable police officer is staying on the beat
His face has been used on thousands of cardboard cutouts throughout the country
Hong Kong security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'
More than 180 people were arrested on Sunday as authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse anti-government protesters
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden worked out deals with Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell. He defended Vice-President Mike Pence as a “decent guy” and eulogized Arizona Republican Sen. John McCain’s “fairness, honesty, dignity, respect.”
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide.
Tributes pour in for Irish teen killed in Australia
The trio charged with the murder of Irish teenager Cian English had their cases mentioned in court for the first time on Monday.
Case of Irishman allegedly murdered in Australia mentioned in court
Police believe Cian English (19), from Carlow, fell trying to evade men trying to rob him
Tributes to Irish teen pour in as three charged with his murder in Australia
Cian English (19), from Carlow, died following fall from Gold Coast apartment
Japan lifts state of emergency in Tokyo; global cases near 5.5M
May 25 (UPI) -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday lifted a state of emergency in Tokyo as the rate of new cases declined.
Watch huge crowd flout Covid-19 laws with street corner party in Sparkbrook
Two police officers can be seen trying to break up the gathering under the current lockdown laws in shocking footage
Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity
President Trump is demanding that North Carolina’s governor sign off on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward with full attendance despite the ongoing pandemic.
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic
With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on the streets, making them easy targets for thieves.
‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for Johnson and Cummings
LONDON – Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.
Audi speedster films himself clocking 325 km/h on a British highway...
The driver of what appears to be an Audi RS6 Avant has filmed himself clocking 325 km/h on a highway in the United Kingdom.
51 New Cases in 24 hours in Maharashtra Police, Total Cases Exceed 1800 figure -
The total number of corona virus cases in Maharashtra has crossed fifty thousand figure, whereas a large number of corona
India's Apex Court Raps Govt for Allowing Booking of Middle Seat in Flights Amid COVID-19 Contagion
New Delhi (Sputnik) On Monday, India restarted domestic airl travel on a limited scale. The services had been suspended since 25 March when the country went into a...
James Argent reveals cocaine addiction had him suffering two overdoses
Arg wants to ‘own’ his past struggles ‘the way that people like Davina McCall, Russell Brand and Robbie Williams have’.
Government 'quietly starts removing stay at home adverts from websites'
The government messaging changed at the start of May.
Donald Trump, the Most Unmanly President
Why don’t the president’s supporters hold him to their own standard of masculinity?
Andhra Pradesh Latest COVID-19 Updates
AMARAVATHI: Andhra Pradesh on Saturday reported 44 new cases of novel coronavirus on Sunday taking the state's tally to 2,671. According to the state health bulletin released on Monday, 10,240
5-Year Old Flies Alone To Meet Mother!
BENGALURU: As the domestic air travel operations resumed from Monday nearly after two months because of COVID-19 lockdown, a five-year-old little boy travelled alone from from Delhi to Bengaluru and
Earthquake Hits, NZ PM's Reaction Caught On Cam
WELLINGTON: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is again in the news. This time for staying calm while an earthquake hit while putting down her smile. During a live TV interview, Ardern looked
States must seek permission to hire UP migrants, says Yogi Adityanath; govt sets up Migration Commission
He said all migrants who have returned to the state were being registered and their skills were being mapped by the administration.
Miscreants vandalize church set of Malayalam film Minnal Murali at Kalady
In a brazen attack with a communal tone, the film set of a church built for the shoot of a Tovino Thomas movie 'Minnal Murali' has been vandalised by miscreants allegedly belonging to Bajrang Dal under Perumbavoor police station limits in Ernakulam district of Kerala.
Queen upsets locals at Sandringham estate by building half-mile 'eyesore' kerb to stop cars parking on roadside
Her Royal Highness, 94, had the 1,000-metre kerb erected at the royal estate near King's Lynn, Norfolk. The foot-high mound has prevented visitors from parking along the grass verge near the house.
'What on earth is THAT?' Baffled onlookers say a 'black ring' UFO darted over the skies of famous hippy town for 40 MINUTES
Locals from Nimbin in far north New South Wales reported a mysterious black ring hovering in the sky on Wednesday afternoon.
Travellers light bonfires, dump rubbish and empty chemical toilets next to exclusive millionaires' row at Sandbanks in Dorset where Harry Redknapp owns £3.5m seafront mansion
Around ten motorhomes descended on a car park at the exclusive peninsula in Poole. One group of men ignored social distancing rules and sat at an outdoor table, with crates of Corona beer.
Moment angry farmer covers Mercedes in SLURRY after owner parked on his field 'to go to the beach'
The tractor driver fired muck all over the luxury car near a gate on his farm in Cornwall. A clip of the incident emerged after people flocked to the coast to enjoy the warm weather over the weekend.
JK Rowling offers to pay annual salary of Tweeter who used Civil Service account to accuse Boris Johnson of being an 'arrogant, offensive truth-twister'
Author J.K. Rowling has offered to reward the person who responded to Boris Johnson's Downing Street briefing last night with a tweet slamming him for sticking up for Dominic Cummings.
Uddhav Thackeray and Piyush Goyal engage in a bitter war of words over Shramik Special trains
Shramik Special trains news, Shramik Special trains schedule: Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 migrant Shramik Special trains per day, it was getting only 40.
One more arrested in Nashik for threatening to kill Yogi Adityanath in bomb blast
Uttar Pradesh Police's social media help desk had received a WhatsApp message in which the sender threatened to kill CM Adityanath in a bomb blast.
Pakistan plane crash: Probe raises new questions
The investigators were trying to establish why the pilots not once informed the ATC of any emergency, malfunction, engine failure or fire despite the visible problems the aircraft was facing, the report said, adding that it is rare to have so many technical problems at the same time. The ATC's conduct is also being probed.
130 People Claim to be Jeffrey Epstein's Child to Get Cut of $634M Estate
Previously, it was reported that a Jeffrey Epstein documentary was set to be released via Netflix, and a trailer for the doc surfaced as well. The ...
How social conservatives traded causes for clichés
What does it really mean to love the flag or to dislike campus snowflakes or to suggest that #MeToo has gone too far?
Lockdown hinders construction of road to Chhattisgarh's Maoist hot spot
Security forces had taken up the 35-km road project on a war footing, at least three CRPF camps had been set up on the stretch to create a security blanket for workers engaged in its construction
Sieze LG Polymers premises, Andhra HC orders over Vizag gas leak case
The premises of the company shall be completely seized and no one be allowed to enter into the premises, including the directors of the company, the court said
WATCH | New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island, but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview.
EPL Footballer Accused Of Gang Rape
It shocking news, a Premier League footballer has reportedly been accused of taking part in a gang rape during lockdown – here is the latest.
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19 — CMD
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the Coronavirus at the hospital.
Hong Kong police embrace China’s security law plan
Hong Kong's security chief on Monday welcomed China's plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed.
Lost walkers ‘met by police’ as mountain rescue team receives first call-out of lockdown
Police are said to have met a group of walkers after they sparked a Scottish mountain rescue team's first call-out of the lockdown at the weekend.
‘It’s really difficult’: Lorraine Kelly reveals heartache as father admitted to hospital
Lorraine Kelly has told of her heartache at being separated from her elderly father after he was taken into hospital.
Sorrow for new Afghan parents after hospital attack
Zia Gul gave birth to her daughter just an hour after escaping from gunmen who rampaged through a Kabul maternity ward, and now struggles to reconcile motherhood with the trauma of the attack.
Iran reopens key shrines after two-month virus closure
Iran on Monday reopened major Shiite shrines across the Islamic republic, more than two months after they were closed, as it reported its lowest deaths from coronavirus since March.
Gunfight breaks out in south Kashmir's Kulgam
A gunfight broke out between militants and the security forces in Khur Hanjipora area of south Kashmir's Kulgam district on Monday. According to news
Kerala man bought snakes to kill wife, police reveal after woman dies of cobra bite
The woman was first bitten by a viper on 2 March at her husband’s home and then again by a cobra within a week.
Two Pinjra Tod activists, minutes after getting bail in anti-CAA protests case, arrested on separate charge; sent to 2-day police custody
Two Pinjra Tod women activists, who were granted bail on Sunday in a case related to the northeast Delhi communal violence, were sent to two days of police custody moments later in a separate murder case linked to the riots.
Man Who Threatened To Murder CM Yogi Adityanath In A Bomb Blast Handed Over By Maharashtra ATS To UP Special Task Force
The accused from Nashik has already accepted to have made the threat call against CM Adityanath.
Over 130 people face action for various violations in Oman
The Royal Oman Police ( ROP), has arrested or issued notices to more than 136 people on the first day of Eid Al Fitr for violating the decisions of the Supreme Committee to deal with COVID-19
Haim Ramon: 'Inhumane' to demand judges decide if sitting PM is guilty - Inside Israel
Former Justice Min. Haim Ramon urges legislation of French Law, says trial of PM Netanyahu will tear nation in half.
Chinese Soldiers Cross Into India as Standoff Ensues
Chinese forces detained several Indian troops during the incursion.
Multinational Force in Sinai Represents ‘An Insurance Policy,’ Says Former Israeli Defense Official
Egyptian-Israeli relations are at their best level since the peace treaty was signed, mostly based on common security interests. But something can always go wrong.
Lockdown: How I was assaulted by Nigerian Airforce officers — Medical Doctor
The enforcement of lockdown imposed to check the spread of coronavirus across states has been mired by cases of rights abuses by various state actors
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the ...
Taliban Prisoners Freed As Afghan Truce Holds For Second Day
Afghan authorities say they have released 100 Taliban prisoners as part of the government's response to a three-day cease-fire the militants called to mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Burundi’s ruling party wins troubled presidential election
Contested victory comes after campaign marked by claims of political violence
Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made a public appearance outside of his home for the first time in over two months on Monday to observe Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware.
Spain revises coronavirus death toll down by nearly 2,000
MADRID (Reuters) - Spain’s health ministry revised the country’s coronavirus death toll down by nearly 2,000 to 26,834 on Monday after checking data provided by regions.
Biden leaves home to make 1st in-person appearance in 2 months
Since abruptly canceling a March 10 rally in Cleveland at the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee has waged much of his campaign from his home in Wilm...
Summerlin man performs taps for neighbors to honor veterans
A Summerlin man performed taps on Monday afternoon in front of his home to honor U.S. military veterans for Memorial Day.
Several schools closed down in Seoul, South Korea, after 6-year-old is infected with coronavirus
As the news spread of the 6-year-old boy’s illness, fear quickly emerged among parents with young children, just two days ahead of the planned second-phase...
IGP Kashmir takes stock of law and order situation
The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.
Derbyshire MPs react to Dominic Cummings' statement
'My constituents will think that it is one rule for them and another for the rest'
No new cases of coronavirus recorded in Derby
Sadly two more deaths were reported at our local hospitals
World War II veteran, 100, beats coronavirus after 58 days in hospital
'I really thought so many times that he was gone, you know, I really did' Lloyd Falk's daughter said.
People warned not to test eyesight by driving after Dominic Cummings' statement
Dominic Cummings admitted making a 60-mile round trip to test his eyesight.
Devastated son demands answers after care firm transfers two residents ‘with Covid symptoms’ from one home with 15 deaths to another that was ‘clear’ of the virus before death of his mother, 81, from bug
Gary Williamson's mother Sylvia, 81, died at Kenton Manor care home, Newcastle, on May 17. Kenton Manor is on the same site as care home Kenton Hall. Both are run by Solehawk.
Five from Amritsar stranded in Lahore since March due to lockdown, families appeal to PM Modi
Amritsar Coronavirus cases news: Five members from two Amritsar families are stranded in Lahore for the last nearly three months due to coronavirus-forced lockdown.
Kerala man admitted to hospital after jackfruit fell on head tests COVID-19 positive
Kerala Coronavirus, Kerala Covid19 Cases: Five people have died due to coronavirus in Kerala and over 95,000 are under observation. The total tally of Covid cases is 847.
Covid-19: Rail Bhavan to shut down for second time in fortnight after another coronavirus case
A fourth-grade multitasking staffer who attended office till last Tuesday is the fifth COVID-19 case detected in the building in less than two weeks.
Labour law suspension: Uphold India’s international commitments, ILO expresses deep concerns to PM Modi
The ILO's intervention came after ten central trade unions escalated the issue of suspension and tweaking of labour laws with the international body through a letter on May 14, 2020.
The lockdown breach questions Dominic Cummings has yet to clarify
Boris Johnson’s aide failed to draw a line under affair that has caused fury across the UK
Kentucky lockdown protesters condemned for hanging effigy of governor from tree
Incident at conservative rally draws backlash from Democrats and Republicans
Fury and frustration among Tory MPs as Cummings fights on
Backbenchers speak out over damage done to party and to viability of lockdown rules
Donald Trump Slammed As ‘Grotesque And Disgraceful’ By Former GOP Strategist On Memorial Day
President Donald Trump received criticism from a former Republican strategist about his behavior on Memorial Day. Steve Schmidt — who served as a campaign strategist for former President George ...
COVID-19: Dubai Police adjust radars in line with new coronavirus restriction hours
Step comes after announcement of the reopening business activities in emirate
Man gives wife money to spend in jail after plotting with ‘side guy’ to kill him
Despite allegedly plotting with her side lover to kill him, a Ghanaian man has given his wife money to spend in jail. The 55-year-old husband of the woman, who allegedly plotted with her lover to have
French nursing homes employees take to streets in protest
Facing anger from healthcare workers, President Emmanuel Macron promised a "massive" investment plan for France's public health sector.
Almost 19,000 arrested for lockdown offences in Eastern Cape
Movement restrictions and an increased police presence during the lockdown did not prevent incidents of murder, rape, vigilante justice and corruption in the Eastern Cape.
Gathering limits make a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister
Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.
Tennis star charged with assaulting ex-wife - The Nation Nigeria
Georgian tennis player Nikoloz Basilashvili has been charged with assaulting his former wife.Basilashvili, 28, is accused by Neka Dorokashvili...
Fed govt hands off Bash Ali’s never-ending fight - The Nation Nigeria
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Youth and Sports development, has distanced itself from any involvement in the novelty boxing match...
Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 'bloody' poll
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has released N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities in Abonema...
I’m innocent, says man accused of defiling his two daughters
Femi Onifade, a 48-year old man who was accused of defiling two of his daughters aged between six and nine has denied having carnal knowledge of them...
How not to police a pandemic - The Nation Nigeria
As soon as the COVID-19 pandemic was announced and its widespread implications made public, everyone including governments around the world...
Terrorism growing in HK: Police
'In just a few months, one of the safest cities in the world has become one shrouded in the shadow of violence'
Relatives of Irish teen who plunged to death in balcony fall in Australia 'absolutely heartbroken'
Three men charged with the alleged murder of Cian English in a botched robbery in Brisbane had their case heard in court today
Ministers vs chief secy row: Amarinder hosts Manpreet, Channi
Manpreet stands ground, wants issue to be taken up in Cabinet again.
At IGI airport, tales of homecoming after months
With the first day of domestic operations coinciding with Eid-ul-Fitr, passengers included those who were happy at the thought of being reunited with their families before the end of the day.
Former Transition Aide Says Michael Flynn Fielded Thousands of Calls
A former transition official and longtime aide said Michael Flynn fielded thousands of calls during a chaotic transition period.
Reports: Hundreds of Russian, Syrian Fighters Retreat from Libyan Capital
Over 1,000 Russian and Syrian mercenary fighters in Libya retreated from Tripoli's frontlines to a town south of the capital.
WWII Veteran Walking 100 Miles to Celebrate 100th Birthday
A World War II veteran about to turn 100 years old will walk 100 miles to raise money for those suffering financially from the coronavirus.
CNN's Cupp: Trump Is 'Not Healthy' -- 'He Is Not Well' at the Worst Possible Time
Monday on CNN's "Newsroom," network host and political commentator S.E. Cupp accused President Donald Trump of being "not healthy and not well," amid the coronavirus pandemic. | Clips
Warrenheip petrol station crash witnesses say they 'cheated death'
One man grabbed his daughter and tried to jump out of the way as the truck barrelled towards them
Uber driver Santherathas Navaratnam sentenced in Ballarat court
Santherathas Navaratnam was sentenced at the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Monday on four counts of sexual assault.
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody
Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died of complications from COVID-19 on Sunday.
Cops warn of stern action against violators of home quarantine
NT NETWORK Panaji Even as many travellers to the state are being ordered on a daily basis to remain home-quarantined, the Goa Police has warned that stric
NY Times publishes names of lives lost to virus on front page
They gathered information about victims from across the country and pointed out that they represent only about 1% of the total number.
Teachers need more time to prepare – Sadtu KZN
On Sunday, Sadtu KZN had joined the voice of many other unions calling on its members to stay home and not return on Monday.
Western Cape’s disaster management bracing for stormy weather
The SA Weather Service warned that there would be more snow and gale force winds on Tuesday morning - and, for those at sea, there would be high seas.
Hillary Clinton thanks Andrew Cuomo for 'making responsible decisions to keep people safe'
Hillary Clinton lauded New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's response to the coronavirus pandemic and thanked state leaders for keeping people safe on Memorial Day.
Whitewater prosecutor predicts indictments in John Durham's Russia investigation
Former Whitewater prosecutor Robert Ray expects prosecutions in U.S. Attorney John Durham's inquiry into the Russia investigation.
'Fake news': Maryland congressman denies 'dispute' with White House staffer at Memorial Day event
A spokesman for Maryland Rep. Andy Harris denied the congressman got into an argument during a Memorial Day visit to Fort McHenry with President Trump after a reporter traveling with the group overheard him yelling.
While Uddhav Thackeray And Shiv Sena Attack Piyush Goyal Over Migrant Trains, NCP Praises Railway Minister
While Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut have trained their guns on Railways Minister Piyush Goyal over the issue of migrant trains, Goyal was praised by NCP leader Praful Patel.
PM Modi Greets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, Bangladesh PM On Eid
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday conveyed Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and discussed the situation emerging out of the coronavirus pandemic.
No Celebrations As Pinarayi Vijayan Sails Into Fifth Year In Office
Without any celebrations, the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF government in Kerala sailed into its fifth year in office, resolving to steer through the COVID-19 crisis and assuring that development would not be affected.
Country singer Morgan Wallen thanked authorities for 'doing their job with class' after he was kicked out of Kid Rock's bar and arrested in Nashville, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Morgan Wallen was reportedly arrested on Saturday night after being thrown out of a Nashville bar owned by Kid Rock.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Senior commander on Lebanese border says Hezbollah is 'not eager to engage' - Defense/Security
Ro'i Levy speaks with Arutz Sheva 20 years after the withdrawal of IDF forces from Lebanon.
Pet owner kung-fu kicked crazed knifeman who told him 'I'll cut your dog then slit your throat'
Paul Norton suffered facial wounds in the unprovoked attack while walking his dog in a wood where a thug threatened to kill him and his dog Jess.
Driver victim of attempted robbery after pulling over to help biker in Ayrshire
On May 22, at around 5.10pm, a motorcyclist signalled for help from a passing black Mercedes in Ayrshire on the A719, near Tarbolton.
Surrey Council approves liquor license to barbershop
Despite safety concerns, Surrey City Council has approved a barbershop's request to serve liquor.
Karachi Plane crash: Airbus A320's flight data recorder recovered from crash site
The critical piece of equipment would prove useful in determining the cause of the accident
Over 15 Lakh Migrants Returned To UP In 1,174 Trains So Far: Official
Over 15 lakh stranded migrant workers have returned to Uttar Pradesh from different parts of the country on board 1,174 trains till now, a senior state government official said in Lucknow on Monday.
FIR Lodged Against 2 TikTok Users For Throwing A Dog Into A Pond!
TikTok continues to grab attention for all the wrong reasons. A couple of weeks ago, it was a roast war between CarryMinati and Amir Siddiqui and now, the platform is back in the news again. Seems l
Two Terrorists Shot after Trying to Stab IDF Troops
Soldiers open fire after being attacked by Palestinians armed with “sharp agricultural instruments,” IDF says • Wounded assailants evacuated to Ramallah for treatment; no Israeli casualties reported.
Netanyahu Hits Back: Exposes Corruption in Police, Judicial System ahead of Trial
Ahead of his arraignment in the first-ever criminal trial of a sitting Israeli premier, the Jewish state’s longest-serving prime minister accuses the left of “stitching together” charges against him after having failed to remove him at the ballot box.
NYSC to issue certificates to outgoing corps members at local govt councils – Official
In keeping with the COVID-19 protocol of social and physical distancing to contain the spread of the virus, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)...
AbdulRazaq appoints replacement for Gambari as KWASU Chancellor
The Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved the appointment of a new chancellor for the Kwara State University (KWASU).
Scots Volkswagen drivers to receive millions in payouts after emission scandal ruling
Scots solicitors have made the claim after a landmark German ruling.
Mnangagwa and the pornography of violence
A female chief superintended Philips accompanied by Dr Nyamukure were assigned to take pictures of MDC parliamentarian Joana Mamombe, Chinembiri and Marova for ...
Murder charges for teen’s Queensland balcony fall
Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during a botched robbery attempt have been remanded in Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during a botched robbery attempt have been remanded in custody.
Child, 4, found dead in Brisbane home
Queensland police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old girl in Brisbane. Police said a crime scene had been established at a home in the Queensland police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old child in Brisbane.
PIA plane crash: Ayaz Sadiq extends condolences to martyred pilot's family
PIA plane crash: Ayaz Sadiq extends condolences to martyred pilot
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath’s decision on other states needing UP govt nod to employ its migrant workers is harmful, hurried, says BSP
Yogi Adityanath government had said that states seeking to employ workers from Uttar Pradesh in future will need to take the state government's permission.
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic in US
News News: LOS ANGELES: With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on t.
Trump threatens to pull RNC from Charlotte if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’
President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.
Trump ‘would like’ RNC to stay in Charlotte despite threatening to pull if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’
President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.
Eventful day at Bengaluru airport as domestic flights resume operations
Flight operations were scheduled to commence at 12.40 am but confusion and cancellation made the wait longer for security and other personnel at the airport.Several passengers tried to dodge authorities to escape institutional quarantine but with little success
Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight as staffer tests positive
A fourth grade multi-tasking staffer, who last attended the office on May 19, tested Covid-19 positive. Nine of his contacts at the Rail Bhavan had been home quarantined.Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection
UP plans migration commission to help find jobs for workers returning home
Yogi Adityanath said other states will need permission from the UP government if they want to make use of labourers from Uttar Pradesh.The UP government will offer training, along with an allowance, to migrant workers once the skill mapping is over
Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 17,000-mark after record spike in cases
State's virus-related death toll reaches 118.87 of the 805 new patients are passengers from Maharashtra who returned to the southern state
Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-US Marine in spy trial
Prosecutors in Russia's spy trial have asked a court to sentence former US Marine Paul Whelan to 18 years in prison for allegedly accepting state secrets, according to his lawyer.
Eight arrested as Victoria police enforce order to clear tent encampments
VANCOUVER - Eight people have been arrested as officials work to clear tent camps at two locations in Victoria.A statement from Victoria police says the eig
Mother, daughter end life after family quarrel
Repayment of loan for home reported to be trigger
Coronavirus | Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case
Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection, an order said.
Warning 14,000 Brits fined over lockdown could fight charges after Cummings row
More than 14,000 people in England and Wales were given fixed penalty notices under the coronavirus lockdown's emergency laws, but Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings could see many challenge their fines
Parrot 'who heard victim's last words' to give evidence in rape and murder trial
Elizabeth Toledo, 46, was killed in the city of San Fernando, Argentina in December 2018. Now police believe a parrot was repeating its owner's last words as she was allegedly beaten and raped by two housemates
Loyal dog waited at hospital for three months after owner died from coronavirus
Seven-year-old 'Xiao Bao' waited in the lobby at Taikang Hospital in Wuhan, after his elderly owner was admitted at the height of the coronavirus pandemic in February
Dominic Cummings to make rare public statement on lockdown row
Dominic Cummings, the prime minister’s chief advisor, is to make a rare public statement later today as pressure mounts on him to quit over breaking lockdown rules.
Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-U.S. Marine accused of spying
Paul Whelan, a U.S. national who also holds British, Canadian and Irish passports, has been in custody since he was detained in a Moscow hotel room in December 2018
Eight people arrested as Victoria police enforce order to clear tent encampments
Closure of the camps is part of the province-wide response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Entire police unit disbanded in Kyiv region after two cops arrested on rape, assault charges
The victim, a 26-year-old female, was allegedly attacked at the station after being detained.
Applying Israeli Sovereignty to Parts of YESHA According to the Trump Plan – Implications
If the U.S. supports Israel’s unilateral implementation of sovereignty under the peace plan, according to the conditions it laid down for Israel, and if Israel does not exploit the current set of circumstances to apply its law/sovereignty in keeping with the plan, it could be regretted for generations.
Cummings should apologise, says Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon has said Dominic Cummings should apologise and correct the impression other parents should have travelled while infected.
Three more coronavirus deaths in region but IT problem means cases unreported for 10 hours
A further three coronavirus patients have been confirmed to have died in hospitals across the Black Country, Birmingham and Staffordshire.
South Carolina block party shooting leaves two dead, including teen, five others wounded, police say
A South Carolina teenager was among two killed when gunfire erupted late Saturday at a block party that drew about a thousand people despite the government’s warnings against large gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic, investigators said.
Joey Jones: 'Shame on' the New York Times for 'cheap' op-ed on US military and white supremacy
U.S. Marine veteran Johnny "Joey" Jones blasted The New York Times for publishing an editorial on Memorial Day weekend that claims the U.S. military celebrates white supremacy.
Mike Pence touts 'real progress' as coronavirus deaths continue to fall across country
Vice President Mike Pence said on Monday that since the American people heeded government official orders to social distance, there has been a decline in hospitalizations, new cases across the country, and fatalities.
Boy, 9, suffers life-changing injuries as he’s hit by ‘shirtless motorcyclist who fled the scene’
A NINE-YEAR-OLD boy has suffered life-changing injuries this afternoon after he was hit by a shirtless motorcyclist who then fled the scene, police said. Humberside police said they have arrested a…
FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon – Onyeama
The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.
Myanmar files first Rohingya case report to top UN court
Myanmar has submitted its first report to the International Court of Justice on steps it has taken to prevent the genocide of Rohingya Muslims
At a glance: Latest global Covid-19 developments
Lockdown measures are eased across parts of Europe while Japan lifts its state of emergency.
Baby uninjured in Nanaimo crash that sent mother to hospital
A three-week-old infant was not hurt in a two-vehicle crash that left his mother with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The two were in an SUV on Saturday afternoon when the driver, a 19. . .
17-year-old boy becomes Georgia’s youngest coronavirus victim
A 17-year-old boy has become the youngest to die of coronavirus in Georgia, officials have revealed. The unidentified teen was listed Sunday as part of the Georgia Emergency Management Agency’s
No way to control crowding at parties in Lake of Ozarks: mayor
Mobs of partiers who flocked to poolside bars at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri over Memorial Day weekend can’t be controlled — despite social distancing guidelines, a local mayor
Suriname votes with convicted-killer president's future at stake
With a partial lockdown in effect due to the coronavirus pandemic, Suriname's 380,000 eligible voters will head to the polls to elect the 51 members of the National Assembly.
Seven more people die with coronavirus in Wales taking total to 1,274
Meanwhile, the number of cases of the virus in Wales since the outbreak began has increased by 106 to reach 13,415
Forensic experts suspect foul play in Warangal well deaths
The forensic expert said that the seven of nine people had scratch injuries and appeared to have been
Man jailed for stealing laptop from ambulance as paramedic cared for patient
Alex Harris pleaded guilty to two charges of burglary and stealing a laptop
Report: Ex-South Korean aide to pursue backchannel diplomacy with Pyongyang
May 25 (UPI) -- South Korea's former presidential secretary and three other politicians of the ruling Democratic Party are to lead the Inter-Korea Cooperation Foundation, a group founded in September.
50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller
A massive transformation is taking place at elite litigation powerhouse Boies Schiller Flexner.
Covid-19: Anand Mahindra says extended lockdown will have damaging psychological impact on people
‘The numbers will continue to rise and the focus must be on rapid expansion of field hospital beds with oxygen lines,’ the businessman said.
Eid Festival Being Celebrated with Peace in Uttar Pradesh -
The outbreak of the Corona epidemic has changed our social and religious routine. Eid ul Fitr, the festival of happiness
Nearly 9000 New Cases of Coronavirus Reported in Russia -
The total number of infected people exceeded 3,50,000 figure, with around 9,000 new cases of corona virus reported in Russia
Curfew Extended till June 30 in Solan and Hamirpur of Himachal Pradesh -
Authorities in Hamirpur and Solan districts of Himachal Pradesh on Monday extended the Covid-19 curfew till June 30, whereas one-fourth
La. state trooper dies of injuries, marking first LSP line of duty death since 2015
Louisiana State Police (LSP) Trooper George Baker, 33, died Sunday, May 24, surrounded by a vigil of family, friends, and fellow troopers, his colleagues said.
Driver freed by firefighters after crash in Derbyshire street
They were getting treatment from paramedics
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
Police investigating deadly trooper-involved shooting on Loop 101
The incident occurred just before 6 a.m. along Loop 101 near Tatum Boulevard.
China Concerned as US Mulls First Nuclear Test Since 1992, Foreign Ministry Says
BEIJING (Sputnik) - Beijing is concerned over reports that Washington is weighing up whether to conduct its first nuclear test since 1992, Foreign Ministry spokesperson...
US Vice President Pence Repeats Trump's Threat to Move GOP Convention From N Carolina
US President Donald Trump said on Memorial Day that he is considering moving the Republican National Convention, set for 24 to 27 August, from North Carolina if the...
Beaches packed on sunny Bank Holiday Monday
Large crowds of people have gathered again on beaches up and down the UK.
JK Rowling pledges to pay salary of rogue civil servant for viral tweet
Harry Potter author Rowling was impressed.
Boy, 12, does exactly what you should do when you're being stalked by a bear
A tension-filled video shows the moment the bear followed the young boy.
St Mary man arrested following ammunition seizure
Charges are pending against a St Mary man after being held by the police following the seizure of several rounds of ammunition in Blueberry Corner, Islington. The police report that a team was on patrol in the area about 11:30 Saturday night when...
Williams new Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal at UWI Five Islands
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has announced the appointment of Professor Densil A. Williams as Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of its Five Islands Campus, located in Antigua and Barbuda. His appointment was approved by the...
It's behind you! Hilarious moment an inquisitive ostrich upstages Spanish politician during a TV interview - but he is too busy talking to notice
Miguel Angel Revilla, the President of Cantabria in northern Spain, was speaking at a press conference for the reopening of a national zoo when an ostrich appeared behind him.
Swedish Idol star who survived being electrocuted while train surfing and suffered burns over 70% of his body launches new career as motivational speaker
Axel Schylstrom received a 16,000 volt electric shock when he was just 19 years old, burning 70 per cent of his body. Once out of hospital, he turned to music, and now also works as a motivational speaker.
Police arrest man after 'shirtless' motorbike rider leaves boy, 9, seriously injured in hit-and-run crash at playing fields
Police rushed to Rosmead Park in Hull after the nine-year-old boy - who has been left with serious and life-changing injuries - was hit by a motorbike around 12pm on Monday.
Dog owner is killed while running into burning house to save her six puppies from inferno after saving three but succumbing to smoke while trying to rescue rest
Michelle Mirasol, 36, and her family fled the single-storey property when flames started in Bacolod province, the Philippines, on Thursday. Ms Mirasol ran back inside the home to free six caged puppies.
How Yogi Adityanath’s Migrant Commission will turn saviour for workers in Uttar Pradesh – 5 points
Uttar Pradesh Migrant Commission initiative: In the wake of reports of mounting troubles for migrant workers across the country during COVID-19 pandemic, Yogi Adityanath government in UP has decided to set up a Commission for migrant labourers who have returned to the state.
Day after Yogi’s tough talk on migrants, Raj Thackeray says ‘workers will have to take permission from Maha govt to work’
Adityanath on Sunday said any state that wants migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh back has to seek permission from the UP government.
Shiv Sena rakes up Governor Koshyari’s RSS affiliation, questions stand on favouring university exams amid COVID-19 crisis
Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari is the chancellor of universities in Maharashtra. He has asked CM Uddhav to resolve the issue of conducting the final year university exams.
Nepal reports highest single-day coronavirus surge; total cases cross 650-mark
Twenty-six people from the Rautahat district, three each from Kathmandu, Dhanusha and Kapilvastu districts were tested positive for the virus, the health ministry said in a statement.
George P. Bush honoring fallen heroes with virtual Memorial Day ceremony
Along with Bush, Admiral William McRaven will honor men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Afghan gov't frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for 2nd day
President Ashraf Ghani says his administration is also ready to hold peace talks with the Taliban, seen as key to ending the war in the impoverished country
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The Airbus A-320 aircraft from Lahore to Karachi was 15 nautical miles from the Jinnah International Airport in Karachi, flying at an altitude of 10,000 feet above the ground instead of 7,000 when the Air Traffic Control (ATC) issued its first warning to lower the plane's altitude, Geo News quoted an ATC report as sayi
Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan
Hong Kong's security chief on Monday welcomed China's plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed to defeat "terrorism" and calls for independence. Beijing
COVID-19 survivor from Kerala falls to death from seventh floor in Dubai
Uncle says vulnerable Indian man had been waiting to be repatriated
Bid to 'save lives' with $21m boost for domestic violence services
Women's refuges, men's behaviour change programs and a pop-up safe house will all benefit from a $21 million domestic violence funding boost.
'Kind of terrible': Lance Armstrong says stepfather used to beat him in new ESPN doco
In part one of the new ESPN series LANCE, Terry Armstrong says he treated the disgraced cyclist 'like an animal' before his rise to fame.
Public sector wage battle looms for the Berejiklian government
The Berejiklian government will face a revolt from the Opposition, Greens and the crossbench in the upper house if it attempts to freeze public sector wages.
Woman kayaks to floating home swept away by flood to recover mother's ashes
A Michigan woman used a kayak to recover her mother's ashes that were left inside her home when she evacuated after flooding.
Group to Buhari: punish breach of Procurement Act in NDDC
A non-political pressure group, the Global Forum for Accountability and Transparency, Nigeria, has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to..
Direct Primary in Edo is the way to go — Wambai - The Nation
Suleiman Wambai, North-Central National Vice-President (VP) of All Progressives Congress (APC), says direct primary election in Edo is the..
Buhari mourns the death of Bakare - The Nation Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the death of the Saturday Editor of Daily Telegraph, Waheed Bakare.The President...
Enugu FA shifts burial of ex-chairman, Ofo-Okenwa, to July 24
Enugu Football Association (EFA) says the burial ceremony of its late chairman, Chidi Ofo-Okenwa, has been shifted from June 10, to July 24,..
Union minister in-charge of pharma skips quarantine, sparks row
Sadananda Gowda central rule, says he is exempt as he is handling essential sector
9 bodies found in Warangal well: To hide one murder, Bihar man kills entire family, 3 others
Police is investigating how Sanjay could purchase 50-60 sleeping pills from a pharmacy in Hanamkonda, Warangal.
ILO ‘expresses concern’ at labour law changes in India, asks PM to intervene
In a reply to a letter sent to it by various Indian trade unions, the UN body said it had asked PM Modi “to send a clear message to Central and State governments to uphold the country's international commitments”.
Johor supermarket ordered to close for breaching CMCO SOP
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — A leading supermarket in Taman Desa Tebrau here has been ordered to close after it was found to have violated standard operating procedures (SOPs) under the conditional movement control order (CMCO). Johor Health director Dr Aman Rabu who confirmed the matter said the...
Iranian fuel tanker docks in Venezuelan port, more underway
VALENCIA (Venezuela), May 25 — The first of five Iranian tankers carrying fuel to Venezuela has moored at a port serving the South American country’s El Palito refinery, the nation’s oil minister said today, and Refinitiv Eikon data showed a second vessel had entered its waters. Iran is...
Italy recruits volunteers to control crowds as lockdown eases
ROME, May 25 — Italy’s government will ask some 60,000 citizens to work as volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as it gradually removes coronavirus restrictions, after scenes of street gatherings over the weekend sparked an outcry. Italy is gradually relaxing a nationwide lockdown...
Donald Trump: Fake News Reporting My Golf Outings as 'Mortal Sin'
Donald Trump ripped corporate media on Monday for criticizing his pair of golf outings on Memorial Day during the coronavirus pandemic.
Pence: We Will Move RNC Convention to a More Open State 'if Needs Be'
On Monday, President Donald Trump put out a series of tweets pointing to North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper's (D) uncertainty about how much longer his state will be shut down due to the coronavirus, which could cause issues with Charlotte hosting the Republican National Convention in August. | Clips
President Barack Obama Played Golf on 7 Out of 8 Memorial Day Weekends
Trump has taken criticism for golfing on Memorial Day weekend, but Obama golfed on 7 of the 8 Memorial Day weekends of his presidency.
Trump honors fallen soldiers on Memorial Day in twin events | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BALTIMORE >> President Donald Trump honored America’s fallen service members today as he commemorated Memorial Day in back-to-back appearances in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
Motorists on Shrophire's roads get speed limit warning
Drivers are being urged to keep to the speed limit on Shropshire's roads as lockdown eases.
Man in hospital with multiple injuries after Shrewsbury 'hammer and axe attack'
A man was left with multiple injuries after a violent attack believed to involve a hammer and an axe in Shrewsbury.
Durham Police examine more Dominic Cummings complaints
The force said they received further information from the public on Monday.
Trump hits Biden and Obama in defense of his golfing
President Trump on Monday resumed his attacks aimed at former Vice President Joe Biden and former President Obama, a day after Biden slammed him on Twitter for golfing as the coronavirus pandemic
Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest
China's foreign minister said that implementing anti-sedition laws in Hong Kong is now a "pressing obligation."
Covid-19 wrap | Nearly 345 000 coronavirus deaths, outrage over British aide, Iran reopens shrines
Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.
16 arrested for illegal hunting on Eastern Cape farm
Sixteen hunters have been arrested for illegal hunting after they allegedly killed 12 springboks at a private farm in the Hofmeyr district in the Eastern Cape.
FG vows to sack any government worker who leaks official documents
The federal government has warned that any public officers found leaking official state documents will be sacked. The warning was issued in a recent circular.
Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 ‘bloody’ election
Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike, has released a sum of N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities in Abonema, Akuku-Toru LGA.
Ryan Matthews: The story of man who got a degree after he was sentenced to death
Ryan Matthews beat the odds that were stacked against him in life and succeeded. He was 17 years old when he was charged with a crime he did not commit in 1997.
Opinion: Nigeria’s 5-years of a turnaround under Buhari by Abe Kolawole
But when all these did not post the desired result on the economy, he threw his arms up in surrender in that statement that portrayed his helplessness on it.
Birling Gap: Warning after visitors pictured walking near cliff edges
Photographs show people standing on the edge of chalk cliffs that are prone to collapse.
There should be public comment on Level 3 regulations – DA
The DA is aware that the president has consulted 'widely' on the decision to move to Level 3, but they also want a list of the people he has consulted with.
CSO alleges return of ethno-religious dominance by Buhari
CSO, Coalition in Defence of Nigerian Democracy and Constitution, Monday,3 alleged return of ethnoreligious dominance by President Muhammadu Buhari, based on recent appointments.
Reports | Shehan Madushanka held by Sri Lanka Police for drug possession
Reports have emerged that Sri Lankan police have detained pacer Shehan Madushanka on a charge of possessing heroin in the town of Pannala on Sunday. As per the reports, Madushanka was stopped in the town while driving with another person in a car during a nationwide coronavirus curfew.
PIA special team inspects plane crash site
The team will estimate the cost of loss and prepared report of the mishap.
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs
"We're on the front line most of the time," an Army sergeant said of herself and her dog.
Furore rages on over UK PM's defence of top aide's lockdown breach
UK News: The opposition branded British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's defence of Cummings as an "insult" to all the sacrifices made by the British public duri
Charges for pipeline protest
The BC Prosecution Service says it has appointed a special prosecutor to oversee charges against three people in relation to allegations of mischief and trespass at the home of Premier John Horgan.
Rangers fan and snooker legend Willie Thorne, ‘unable to move arms and legs or feed himself due to sepsis’, says carer
SNOOKER legend and Rangers fan Willie Thorne is unable to move his arms or legs and cannot feed himself due to sepsis, his carer revealed. The Leicester cueman was discharged from a hospital in Spa…
PA easing coronavirus restrictions in occupied West Bank
The Palestinian Authority (PA) has announced an easing of coronavirus restrictions in the occupied West Bank following a steady drop in the number of new infections.
Coronavirus lockdown | Shiv Sena, Congress take jibe at Piyush Goyal over diversion of U.P.-bound train
Shiv Sena’s ally Congress also took a dim view of the train diversion, saying the government was “taking migrant workers on a country tour” without providing them food and water
Ramzan celebrations muted
Celebrations on Eid-ul-Fitr, popularly known as Ramzan, were subdued with no mass prayers in any part of the central region on Monday.Hundreds of Muslims usually congregated at idgah grounds and mosqu
COVID-19 cases rise in Manipur
Official sources said that the number of cases in Manipur has increased to 32.
Raut slams Yogi’s claim of ‘ill-treatment’ of migrant workers in Maharashtra
Mr. Raut, whose party heads the coalition government in Maharashtra, said he would send to Mr. Adityanath video clips of migrant workers hailing Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray
Southern Railway to operate special train for staff
Southern Railway will operate a workmen special train exclusively for railway employees to and from Thanjavur and Tiruchi from May 26.The special train will ferry employees residing in and around Than
TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'
An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online
Aya Hachem's body flown home to Lebanon as dad says they came to UK for 'safety'
Ismail Hachem moved with his family from war torn Lebanon 10 years ago to Blackburn in the UK in order to start a new, safer life after he was caught in crossfire and shot in the back
Lockdown breacher's epic rant to police as she 'didn't realise Wales wasn't in England'
A mum, believed to be from the West Midlands, called Welsh people "b*******" when she uploaded the clip of her confrontation with the authorities on Gwynedd beach on Wednesday
Racist who wanted refund on free meal said he had virus then coughed in policeman's face
David Mitchell, 40, became verbally abusive at a Newcastle takeaway and made a racist comment before declaring he had Covid-19 symptoms and coughing in an officer's face
TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'
An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online
Sentenced to death via Zoom - horrifying new justice system for executions
Two men have been sentenced to death - one for murder the other for a drug offence - via Zoom, which human rights groups have described as "abhorrent"
Bizarre moment man uses cabbage leaf as facemask during interview about murdered girl
The man in Peniche, Portugal wore a makeshift face mask to 'protect' against coronavirus as he was interviewed about his neighbours' arrest after Valentina Fonseca was found dead
Has Dominic Cummings' car been 'egged'? Yellow stain seen on vehicle in Downing Street
Boris Johnson's top aide has been heckled by neighbours in the street as outrage builds over Dominic Cummings' lockdown breaches
Edmonton police investigating suspicious death after body found in motel
Police say officers responding to an assault call Sunday evening discovered a body at a south-side motel
Reports: Russian mediation reopens major highway in NE Syria
Traffic returned to a major highway in northeastern Syria for the first time in seven months on Monday, following Russian mediation to reopen parts of the road captured last year by Turkey-backed opposition fighters. Syrian Kurdish media and a Syrian Kurdish official said several vehicles accompanied
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs
"We're on the front line most of the time," an Army sergeant said of herself and her dog.
Watch: Jhansi Police Distributes Toys To Kids Of Migrant Workers, Health Minister Lauds the Sweet Gesture
Jhansi Police on Sunday distributed toys among the children of migrant workers at the Uttar Pradesh –Madhya Pradesh border
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid calls to face sack
The aide travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family.
Trump threatens to find new GOP convention site if North Carolina governor won't allow full attendance
President Trump warned Monday that planners would be "reluctantly forced" to find a new site for the Republican National Convention if North Carolina's governor can't guarantee the party will be allowed "full attendance" at the event currently planned in the state's largest city.
Jeffrey Dahmer witness says she saw 'a streak of evil' while trying to rescue victim from grisly fate: doc
It was shortly after midnight in 1991 when Cola Styles and her cousin were outside the family’s Milwaukee apartment when they saw a dazed and injured naked boy.
Lawrence Jones slams Joe Biden: Black America is 'fed up' and tired of supporting Dems
Fox Nation host Lawrence Jones said on Monday that presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden came to the hip hop radio show “The Breakfast Club” interview with Charlamagne Tha God “ill-prepared.”
Sister pays tribute to dad-of-two, 21, with ‘biggest heart’ stabbed to death in Havant home after two held for murder
THE sister of a murdered 21-year-old man has paid a touching tribute to him, saying he had the “biggest heart”. Dad-of-two George Allison was knifed to death on Saturday night at a home in Havant, …
PHOTOS: One dead, many injured as fire razes IDP camp in Borno
One person has been confirmed dead, while many persons sustained injuries during a fire outbreak at the Muna Albadawy camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Borno state. According to
Fire guts 1,613 IDPs’ shelters, kills two people in Borno
The Muna Garage Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp; has been gutted by fire, destroying 1,613 makeshift shelters Saturday in Borno state.
Varadkar followed guidelines in park - spokesperson
A spokesperson for the Taoiseach has said Leo Varadkar was complying fully with Covid-19 guidelines while out socialising in the Phoenix Park in Dublin over the weekend.
Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case
A fourth-grade multitasking staffer who attended office till last Tuesday is the fifth COVID-19 case detected in the building in less than two weeks. Nine of his contacts at Rail Bhavan have been sent to home quarantine, officials said.
Acting DNI Richard Grenell stepping down as US ambassador to Germany
Acting Director of National Intelligence Richard Grenell will step down as US ambassador to Germany, he confirmed. Grenell, who took over as acting DNI in February, addressed the news in a tweet
HK Secretary for Security and six disciplinary forces support national security law in HK
Hong Kong's Secretary for Security and six disciplinary forces have pledged their full support for the national legislature's deliberation on national security legislation for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
Reports: Russian mediation reopens major highway in NE Syria
BEIRUT — Traffic returned to a major highway in northeastern Syria for the first time in seven months on Monday, following Russian mediation to reopen parts of the road captured last year by Turkey-backed opposition fighters.
Taoiseach was 'in line with public health guidance' while sunbathing in Phoenix Park
A spokesperson for the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he adhered to public health guidance while he was visiting the Phoenix Park in Dublin yesterday afternoon.
Meet the dogs of war who run into danger to find hidden bombs and the US soldiers who have their backs
Dogs are man’s best friend, but war takes that special bond to another level. Out on the front lines of brutal armed conflicts half a world away, US soldiers count on their canines to keep them safe from hidden threats and get them back home alive.
Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism
HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.
Police: New Jersey nurse attacked, nearly kidnapped by man she treated at hospital
A New Jersey nurse was attacked and terrorized by a man who she treated at her hospital the day before, according to police.
5-year-old boy flies back home alone after 2 months – Firstpostofindia
A 5-year-old boy flew back home to the city alone on Monday after remaining stranded in Delhi for two months.
Delhi violence: Feminists criticise Delhi Police action against students, anti-CAA protestors
The signatories said the Arvind Kejriwal-led government in Delhi has maintained a ‘stony silence’ about the arrests amid the lockdown.
Assam: Five men allegedly beat vegetable vendor to death in Kamrup district
Two of the five have been arrested, while the rest are absconding.
Coronavirus in Maharashtra: COVID-19 hits state police; 18 dead, 1,809 infected
Coronavirus continued to target the Maharashtra Police force, claiming the lives of 18 police personnel and infecting another 1,809 in the state, as per latest data released on Monday.
Lockdown 5.0 in Himachal Pradesh: Hamirpur, Solan district magistrates extend lockdown till June 30
Hamirpur and Solan districts in Himachal Pradesh will continue with the coronavirus lockdown for a month after the current nationwide phase ends on May 31.
Greek resort island serial rapist held on new rape charge
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A convicted serial rapist released early from a half-century prison term was under police guard in hospital on the Greek resort island of Corfu Monday after...
Indian Actor-Turned-Politician Shamed on Twitter for Violating Lockdown Norms to Play Cricket
New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been under a national lockdown since 25 March as a containment measure to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The federal government relaxed...
Dominic Cummings to make public statement later today
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Cop couldn't work for two years after boy, 14, lied about being punched
The officer will now return to work after having his name cleared.
'Dominic Cummings' leaves review on Barnard Castle Tripadvisor
As the Government desperately struggles to contain a scandal at the heart of Downing Street, you can always count on the British public to take the mick.
Americans spend holiday at beaches and parks as virus death toll nears 100,000
The New York Times filled its entire front page with the names and selected details of 1,000 victims on Sunday
Kolkata: MHA to send Central team to access damage caused due to cyclone Amphan
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will send a Central team to Kolkata, South and North 24 Praganas districts soon to assess the damages incurred due to the impact of Cyclone Amphan.
Princess Elisabeth of Belgium will have a 'tough' time at military academy where she'll learn to shoot and read maps, a student reveals - as the royal family shares snaps of the 18-year-old out running
Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, 18, will have to get used to a 'tough' life as she enrolls in Brussels' Royal Military Academy this autumn in preparation for her role as Belgium's future queen.
'On the day she died, I couldn't be with her or hold her hand': Widower's heart-breaking letter about staying apart from dying wife in lockdown - as MPs are flooded with emails in response to Dominic Cummings scandal
John Wilson from Whitchurch wrote to Buckingham MP Greg Smith to ask what he thinks about the fact that he had to be apart from his dying wife while Dominic Cummings was travelling.
'He is unable to move his arms and legs': Snooker legend Willie Thorne is unable to feed himself due to sepsis after having treatment for leukaemia and is completely bedridden, claims his carer
Thorne was discharged from a hospital in Spain after a period in which he underwent treatment for leukaemia before three blood transfusions and treatment for a virus after his diagnosis in march.
Pakistan plane crash: Crashed PIA plane’s pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude, says report
The probe team, headed by Air Commodore Muhammad Usman Ghani, President of the Aircraft Accident and Investigation Board, is expected to submit a full report in about three months.
‘Ask your father’: JD(U) MLA, questioned over lack of job opportunities, loses cool at quarantine centre in Bihar – Watch Video
Randhir Kumar Soni, JD(U) MLA from Sheikhpura, lost his cool when questioned by migrant workers at a quarantine centre in Chandi village of Sheikhpura.
Tipplers throng outlets as liquor sales resume in Puducherry after two months
Directions to the booze-lovers included strict adherence to social distancing. Markings were made on the road close to the shop to ensure that the people observed physical distancing.
Boris Johnson faces renewed Tory pressure to sack Dominic Cummings
PM’s chief aide to give statement and take questions after outpouring of anger
FALSE: Madagascar President says WHO offered $20M to poison virus cure
Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina did not make this accusation
Myanmar files 1st Rohingya case report to top U.N. court
The contents of Myanmar's report will remain confidential until its judges decide to make it public
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude and speed before the landing, saying he
Elderly woman in West Bengal braves Amphan for 8 hours, survives
The will to survive can make even an ordinary person stand up to life-threatening dangers and live to tell the tale. An elderly woman from West Bengal’s North 24 Paraganas district is one such person
Four more COVID-19 deaths in Rajasthan take toll to 167, state tally at 7,100
Four more people succumbed to COVID-19 in Rajasthan on Monday, taking the death toll to 167 as 272 fresh coronavirus cases were reported in the state, officials said. With these fresh cases, the
Hockey legend Balbir Singh Senior's wish to see his lost memorabilia remains unfulfilled
For last eight years he left no stones unturned to regain his lost memorabilia, which he had donated way back in 1985 to the Sports Authority of India, but Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr's last wish
Woman falls to death from fourth floor of building in Sharjah
Handbag besides body suggests woman was trying to escape
Coronavirus in India: 15-year-old girl who cycled 1,200 km to get migrant worker father turns down Cycling Federation invite
Her father, Mohan Paswan, says that she might appear in trials after lockdown
Russian mediation reopens major highway in NE Syria
Turkish troops and allied Syrian fighters captured parts of the highway known as M4 in October, when Ankara invaded northeastern Syria to drive away Syrian Kurdish fighters.
Covid-19: Lockdown makes access to justice for prisoners even more difficult
Leeuwkop trial inmates ‘subjected daily to the control of the people they are suing for torture’.
Akeredolu's wife blasts social media critic - The Nation Nigeria
Wife of Ondo State Governor, Betty Akeredolu, has lambasted a one Jimmy Adekanle based in Canada for saying that Governor Oluwarotimi...
Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors
Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the country’s...
Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from NC
WASHINGTON, May 25 — US President Donald Trump warned today that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event faces state social distancing restrictions as a result of the coronavirus. The coronavirus pandemic has forced Trump and presumptive...
Poland new Supreme Court chief accused of political bias
WARSAW, May 25 — Poland’s president tapped a new Supreme Court chief justice today, drawing criticism over her political affiliation with the EU country’s right-wing government. The move follows several controversial judicial reforms, which the EU has said test the rule of law in the country...
India snake-bite assassin killed wife at second attempt
NEW DELHI, May 25 — After first failing with a viper, an Indian man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife by letting loose a cobra in her room, police said today. Police in the southern state of Kerala said phone records showed the man—named as Sooraj—had been in contact with...
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
ANTANANARIVO (Madagascar), May 25 — Madagascar’s government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus. Madagascar’s cabinet held a special meeting yesterday to...
Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules
BERLIN, May 25 — A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted today as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt. A draft policy document from Merkel’s office seen by AFP showed...
Covid-19: Sorry, no Raya visitors, says former patient
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Despite the government’s permission for home visits during the first day of Eid yesterday, a former Covid-19 patient decided to keep visitors at bay, throughout Syawal for safety reasons. Reza Huzairi Zainuddin, 41, said although he has recovered, he is taking...
Massive amount of drugs, alcohol and cash confiscated in Komatipoort
Drugs, alcohol and cash with an estimated street value of R10 million were confiscated this morning at the Lebombo Border Post.
Donald Trump Threatens to Move Republican Convention from North Carolina
President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina.
CA Secretary of State: We Won't Let Virus Be 'Exploited' for Voter Suppression
California Secretary of State Alex Padilla (D) responded to Republicans suing the state to block Gov. Gavin Newsom's vote-by-mail order.
12 People Seek Treatment After Consuming Poisonous Foods Linked With DP Ruto
Kiambu governor James Nyoro has condemned the distribution of poisonous food stuffs to residents on Sunday.Speaking on Monday, the county boss said the relief food had been distributed to Karai an
Cummings should apologise, says Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon has said Dominic Cummings should apologise and correct the impression other parents should have travelled while infected.
Man sets sister ablaze for disrespecting mother
Deji Lambo The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of one Chima for allegedly setting ablaze his elder sister, identified simply as Victoria, at their place of residence by the CAC...
House members race to prepare for first-ever remote votes
House lawmakers are bustling to prepare for the chamber’s historic first remote votes this week, with a race on for members to secure proxies, who are limited to representing 10 colleagues each.
Six women prisoners murdered by inmates in Honduras
Six women have been killed by alleged gang members at a women's prison near the Honduran capital Tegucigalpa, the National Penitentiary Institute has said.
COVID-19: Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of coronavirus. The patient has been moved to isolation.
Coronavirus: Cab driver dies from Covid-19 after passenger spat at him
A black taxi driver, Trevor Belle, has died from Covid-19 when a passenger who claimed he has the virus spat on him when they were fighting over £9 (N4,263.55).
Dominic Cummings row: The families who stayed away in lockdown
Members of the public have expressed anger after the PM's chief adviser travelled to Durham in lockdown.
Trump threatens to move RNC without assurances from N.C. governor
Trump's tweets about the RNC, planned for Charlotte, come just two days after North Carolina recorded its largest daily increase in positive cases yet.
Ondo 2020: Chaos in APC over ‘united’ opposition to Akeredolu
The October 2020 governorship election in Ondo State will not only be a three-horse trade but also throw up surprises.
Poland apologises after PM fails to observe virus rules
A Polish government spokesman on Monday apologised for Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki’s failure to observe coronavirus-related social distancing rules in a cafe.
Igali celebrates EK Clark at 93 years
Former Nigerian Ambassador and Permanent Secretary, Dr. Godknows Igali, Monday, celebrated former Federal Commissioner for Information, Chief, Edwin Kiagbodo Clark on his 93rd birthday.
Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors
Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the
Breaking: FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon
The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.
Beyond the shoddy response to coronavirus
particularly with the shoddy response to the coronavirus event, and the lack of leadership shown in prepping Nigerians for its effects.
MP demands answers over Brexit impact on North Sea helicopter safety
An MP has demanded answers from the UK Government over the future of post-Brexit safety rules for North Sea helicopters.
Tobacco ban under court scrutiny this week
The fight for the sale and distribution of tobacco is set to continue in the courts this week after president Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Sunday night that tobacco would remain banned under level three of lockdown, which starts next Monday.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.
Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules
A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted Monday as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt.
Richard Grenell confirms he will step down as ambassador to Germany
Richard Grenell confirmed on Sunday that he would be leaving his post as ambassador to Germany around the same time he concludes his work as the acting director of national intelligence.
'It's awful': Calgary homeless sleeping outdoors over fears of catching COVID-19
Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.