Spain opens for tourists on July 1 and says Brits SHOULD book holidays because UK's strict quarantine rules will 'likely be suspended' as French politicians tear into draconian rules

Reyes Maroto, Spain's tourism minister, urged foreigners to book holidays starting from July, saying that she anticipates rules requiring new arrivals to quarantine for 14 days to be dropped by then.

Eamon Ryan says he wasn't thrown by letter that urged Catherine Martin to contest leadership

Government formation talks continue this week with a view to getting a government up and running by June.

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.

Increased support payments for newly jobless people

The newly jobless due to the Covid-19 crisis will be able to get $490 a week tax-free for 12 weeks. The Government this morning announced the $570...

Kidnapped captain of Portugal-flagged ship freed-Bulgaria

SOFIA (Reuters) - The Bulgarian captain of a Portuguese-flagged cargo ship who was kidnapped along with seven other sailors by pirates off the coast of Benin last month, has been freed, Bulgaria’s foreign ministry said on Monday.

Kidnapped captain of Portugal-flagged ship freed-Bulgaria

The captain of the container ship Tommi Ritscher, which was attacked at the port of Cotonou in the Gulf of Guinea on April 19, was already in an European country and would soon return to Bulgaria, the ministry said in a statement. The ministry said it has been in close coordination with the ship'

Responding to the Covid economy Part 1: Understanding supply and demand shocks — Ong Kian Ming

MAY 25 — It has been more than 2 months since the 18th of March 2020, which was the start of the movement control order (MCO) in Malaysia. The full extent of the negative economic impact domestically will not be known for a few months. But as we approach the 9th of June, 2020, and hopefully, the...

Australia unleashes ‘Neighbours’ to counter China influence

Canberra will beam local TV shows to seven Pacific island nations in soft power push

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

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.

Man Tried to Kidnap Nurse Who'd Admitted Him to Hospital, and He Claimed She Was His Wife: Cops

Police in Howell Township, New Jersey detailed a harrowing incident from Friday. A man tried to kidnap a nurse he'd interacted with, and he claimed she was his wife, officers said. Leonardo Larrarte, 37, is charged with first-degree attempted kidnapping, second-degree burglary, third-degree terroristic threats, fourth-degree possession of synthetic marijuana, and simple assault.

US communities face tough choices on opening public pools

Public pools will look very different this summer if they open at all with the coronavirus threat still looming, as teenage lifeguards will be tasked with maintaining social distancing and spotting CO

Industrial estates in TN start functioning with new rules

Following permission from the Tamilnadu government, factories in industrial esates located in non-containment zones in the State, including those at Ambattur and Guindy, resumed their operations from today. Continue Reading →

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

Kobe Bryant’s 11-month-old daughter Capri takes her FIRST STEPS in heartwarming video with mom Vanessa

The 37-year-old shared the candid video to her Instagram yesterday, which saw her 11-month-old walking from her aunt to Vanessa. Clad in a sweet pink outfit, Capri received a round of applause as she took multiple steps without help and maintained her balance.

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.

COVID-19 payment: Shops finding it "extremely" difficult to source staff

Shops and newsagents say they are finding it “extremely” difficult to get staff to return to ...

Austrian president sorry for breaching virus curfew at restaurant

'I went out for the first time since the lockdown with two friends and my wife,' Van der Bellen tweets Sunday, adding: 'We then lost track of time while chatting.'

Rift Valley leaders divided over Uhuru, Ruto war

Jubilee legislators are divided on the authenticity of the winnowing in the party.

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

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…

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.

'We're expendable': black Americans pay the price as states lift lockdowns

Experts warn reopening states could have dire consequences on public health, and black Americans already face greater risk

Kildare man raped one teenage boy and sexually assaulted another; drugged victims with pain relief

Man, who was a member of a voluntary paramedic organisation, to be sentenced on Wednesday this week

State releases SoP for domestic air travel

The State Government has released the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for operation of domestic flights set to resume from Monday. All passengers arriving will be kept under institutional quarantine. Garhwal commissioner Ravinath Raman and SDRF inspector general Sanjay Gunjyal will be

Recovery plans unveiled This WEEK

Tough negotiations start this week on both the EU's recovery fund and its revised long-term budget, which are likely to determine the entire future of the bloc.

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.

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.

U.S. is now more clear in support for India on China border issues, says researcher

I think each country in China’s periphery is trying to strike a very delicate balancing act, trying to reap all the benefits of continued engagement with China while taking measures to protect their sovereignty and independence, says Jeff Smith

Coronavirus: Families of disabled people are still being asked to sign unlawful DNR orders

EXCLUSIVE Labour urged the government to "provide clarity" to healthcare workers to prevent the families of vulnerable people feeling pressure to wrongly sign the orders

Locust attacks threaten crop damage in 17 UP districts; third state to be affected

The crop-eating pests have ravaged farms in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.

“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.

TUCI holds rally in B'pur on workers' demand

In response to the call given by the Central Trade Unions, the Trade Union Centre of India (TUCI) staged a rally before the Joint Labor Commissioner’s office here on Saturday morning on workers' 6-point charter of demands. Among others, who supported and joined the protest include TUCI

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.

PH coronavirus cases climb to 14,319, deaths at 873

The Department of Health counts 284 new cases, 5 more deaths, and 74 more recoveries

Madhya Pradesh: Indore to ramp up beds capacity as COVID-19 tally rises

J&K’s New Domicile Rules Undo Injustice Done For 70 Years: Jitendra Singh

He said that this course correction was in keeping with the principle of equality and the norms of a healthy democracy.

Meghalaya notifies officials to travel outside the state

SHILLONG: Meghalaya government has notified a dedicated team of officers to make necessary transport arrangement on payment basis for residents who need to travel outside the state.Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said, “To ease our people who

Meghalaya notifies officials to facilitate travel to outside

SHILLONG: Meghalaya government has notified a dedicated team of officers to make necessary transport arrangement on payment basis for residents who need to travel outside the state.Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said, “To ease our people who

Tech Giants’ Top EU Privacy Watchdog Attacked Over Slow Pace

Silicon Valley’s main data-protection watchdog in Europe came under attack from one of the region’s leading privacy advocates for taking too long to wrap up probes into Facebook Inc. and its Instagram and WhatsApp units.

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.

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Florida’s ‘Pay-to-Vote’ Law Ruled Unconstitutional

A federal judge tossed out the majority of a Florida law on Sunday that denied poor felons the right to vote unless they paid all court fees and fines, allowing hundreds of thousands of state residents to register in time for Election Day in the fall.

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

Greater Dublin best placed to deal with post-Covid crisis due to remote working options, UCC study finds

The study warns there are regional implications due to dependency on sectors less able to work remotely and socially distance.

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.

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

Producers Guild issues guidelines for shooting post lockdown

he Producers Guild of India on Monday revealed that the body has drafted a fresh set of rules for shooting films, television and OTT series,

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.

Firefighter arrested for sexual assault, placed on leave

A Jackson firefighter has been placed on administrative leave after being accused of sexual assault.

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

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.

Michigan virus cases, deaths rise by a very small margin

Michigan posted small increases in coronavirus cases and COVID-19 deaths Monday.

'None of us were prepared': How the pandemic is affecting foster families

Advocates say foster families are facing new challenges due to distancing requirements and other aspects of life amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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.

India moves to ban Zoom over privacy concerns

Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, Zoom has gained popularity around the world but the company has been under a microscope due to a number of security

Ryan says no problem if Martin goes for leadership

The leader of the Green Party says he has no problem with Catherine Martin putting her name forward for a leadership contest.

Pak diplomat’s kin, who crossed over from Attari, exempted from quarantine at Amritsar

“Wife and two kids of Pakistan diplomat crossed into India on May 23. They will not be kept in quarantine at Amritsar. Instead, they will go to Delhi to remain in home quarantine,” said a health official.

Slight increase in Covid-19 cases post relaxation but situation under control: Kejriwal

A week after Delhi government announced some relaxations in the lockdown conditions there has been slight increase in number of Covid-19 cases reported, but the situation seems under control so far, i

Chumphon woman dies of COVID-19, ending fatality-free streak

Ending a 15-day run of no confirmed COVID-19 deaths, health officials today announced that a woman has died of the disease in Chumphon province The 56 year-old woman died Sunday over a month after she was found to have contracted the virus on...

Kanini Kega accuses Ruto's team of spreading fake impeachment motion

"They should be careful what they wish for"

Twitter Struggles To Label Misleading COVID-19 Tweets

Automated technology that Twitter began using this month to label tweets containing coronavirus misinformation is making mistakes, raising concerns about the company's reliance on artificial intelligence to review content. From a report: On May 11, Twitter started labeling tweets that spread a consp...

South African mine closes after over 100 workers test positive for COVID-19

The 4km-deep mine will now be deep-cleaned.

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

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.

Itaewon cluster grows to 237, six-stage transmission confirmed

Infections linked to nightspots in the neighborhood of Itaewon continued to increase Monday, further raising the need to put a brake on the transmission chain that shows no signs of slowing. Itaewon-linked cases totaled 237 as of noon, up 12 cases from the previous day, according to health authorities. Of the total, 96 were those who had visited the infected locations, while 141 were those who were infected through ...

US lethal cases reach 97 700 as spread seen as slowing down

In the US, which is the country with currently the highest number of lethal cases of COVID-19 in the world, the death toll from the novel coronavirus has reached 97 722 on Monday, May 25, according to the data of the Johns Hopkins University.

Pritzker issues rules as Illinois prepares for reopening

Barbers and their customers will have to wear face masks. Restaurants will be able to serve diners outdoors only, with parties no larger than six people, spaced apart. And youth sports may hold practi

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.

Council bosses still deciding fate of bonfire displays in Black Country

Council bosses are still deciding over whether bonfires will go ahead in the Black Country.

UK may remove Huawei from its 5G infrastructure by 2023

Earlier this year, we had reported on the UK government allowing Huawei to work on bringing 5G networking to the country, albeit in a limited capacity and non-core areas. But now, it seems like the government is working towards phasing out the Chinese tech giant’s equipment by 2023, as conservative members have pressured the UK …

Surviving ‘comfort woman’ accuses civic group of ‘using’ victims

A surviving victim of Japan’s wartime sexual slavery on Monday slammed a longstanding advocacy group for selling out the victims to raise donations in its 30-year campaign for the victims. Lee Yong-soo, 92, also called for due punishment of the group -- Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance for the Issues of Military Sexual Slavery by Japan -- and its former President Yoon Mi-hyang over their alleged mis...

The U.S Lauded Pakistan’s Assistance in Fighting COVID-19

The United States has thanked Pakistan for its donation of protective gear and surgical masks to support the fight against coronavirus. In a Tweet, the US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo appreciated Pakistan’s goodwill donation of surgical masks and protective suits to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. He said this delivery is a symbol of […]

Brother allegedly sets pregnant sister ablaze for slapping mother

THE police in Lagos State have arrested a boy simply identified as Chima for allegedly setting his elder sister ablaze. The 20-year-old pregnant lady, Victoria, was set ablaze at C.A.C bus stop in Okokomaiko area of Ojo Local Government. She was confirmed dead by medical doctors. Victoria died hours after her brother, who was said […]

Queen Mothers charge against destoolment of Paramount Queen of Manya Krobo

The Manya Krobo Queen Mothers Association has given the Overlord of the Manya Krobo Traditional Area and the Kingmakers of Area, the Odumase Council, a seven-day ultimatum, effective Thursday, May 21, 2020 to reinstate the destooled paramount queen mother of the Area.

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.

Trans Rights In Global Recession–One Year After Transgender Removed From WHO List Of Diseases

One year since the World Health Organisation (WHO) declassified transgender people's gender dysphoria as a disease, trans rights are in a global recession, with coronavirus providing a cloak for the rollback of rights, say LGBT+ activists.

Why COVID-19 has not ravaged Miramar

THOUGH he had followed early news reports of a potentially dangerous virus affecting the ...

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.

Fear, Confusion In Katsina Over Rising Deaths Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

“People are dying, the graveyard is already filled to capacity. Most of those dying are elderly and a lot of them are said to be having one underlying disease or the other. We now bury up to 12 bodies a day here, against the two or three we used to bury before,” a worker at Danmarna Cemetery graveyard told SaharaReporters."

DOJ: ABS-CBN can operate pending franchise renewal

JUSTICE Secretary Menardo Guevarra yesterday reiterated that television giant ABS-CBN Corp. can operate while bills for renewal of its franchise remain pending in Congress.

Indonesia looks to domestic innovations to tackle COVID-19

Indonesia is striving to tackle the COVID-19 outbreak with domestically produced innovations, but researchers say the government may face roadblocks in the mass production of such products because of the absence of pro-innovation policies.

Gantz: I have full confidence in the legal system - Inside Israel

Gantz comments on Netanyahu's trial: He is presumed innocent, I'm sure he will receive a fair trial.

Bengaluru Airport resumes operations with ‘contactless’ experience

A contactless ‘parking-to-boarding’ experience has been introduced at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru…

Innocent victims of political games

By Barnes MawrieIt is a well known fact that “it is unfortunate to be poor in India and it is even more unfortunate to be poor during these years of the BJP rule.” The present government is proving more and more to be an anti-poor government. The ant

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

Coronavirus: Senior UAE health officials visit Expo Centre Field Hospital

Visit was undertaken to boost morale of health professionals and patients

Coronavirus: Senior UAE health officials visit Expo Centre Field Hospital

Visit was undertaken to boost morale of health professionals and patients

Business leaders urge caution on return-to-workplace approach

SOME business leaders are urging companies to examine their individual situation, and hav...

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

Trump aims to cut red tape tying up doctors

The White House is aiming to cut occupational regulations permanently for doctors and nurses that have been suspended temporarily during the pandemic to spur economic growth, a top adviser to President Trump said.

24-year-old Nigerian Damilola Arowolaju bags PhD in the US

A 24-year-old Nigerian man, Damilola Arowolaju, has bagged a PhD in Law from The George Washington University, in the United States of America. Damilola, who hails from Omuo Ekiti, in Ekiti East Local Government area of

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.

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...

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sets up commission for skill-mapping, job creation

The Uttar Pradesh government will form a commission for skill mapping of all its workers; whether local or migrant, returning to their homes in Uttar Pradesh. This announcement was made by UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during a live address through a portal.

Prince William calls having kids the most amazing yet scariest moment of his life

The Duke of Cambri­dge noted that it brough­t back memori­es of his mother's death

Hotel industry across U.S. & Canada unite around enhanced safety, cleaning standards

WASHINGTON - As states across the country navigate reopening and hotels begin to safely welcome back guests, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced that hospitality leaders across North America have endorsed Safe Stay, AHLA’s enhanced industry-wide cleaning guidelines. AHLA’s Partner State Associations, who represent the hotel industry in each state across the country, as well as leading hospitality organizations in the U.S. and Canada representing the depth and breadth of the hotel industry endorsed the new cleanliness guidelines

Hair salons could safely reopen at end of June, industry body says

Federation calls for earlier reopening with strict health restrictions in place

Senator expresses concern as Abuja Muslims storm Nasarawa

Sunday Aborisade, Abuja Hundreds of Muslims residing in Abuja, on Sunday, invaded various prayer grounds in neighbouring Nasarawa State to join their counterparts in prayers to mark the end of Ram...

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.

Afghan government frees first 100 Taliban prisoners after ceasefire: official

The government plans to free up to 2,000 Taliban inmates as a "goodwill gesture"

DFA probing death of Filipino in Lebanon POLO shelter

The Department of Foreign Affairs says it is also considering 'underlying factors' as the domestic worker entered the shelter a day before her supposed suicide

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.

Japan sidestepped COVID-19's worst, so what now?

The number of reported cases accounts for roughly 0.01 percent of the nation's population, but the chance of a second wave remains ever present.

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.

Eid-el Fitr: Ganduje frees 294 correctional centre inmates

Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State has granted freedom to 294 inmates of correctional centres in the state, a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Abba Anwar, said on Sunday. It said that Ganduje witnessed the release of the inmates from the correctional centre at Goron Dutse on Sunday, and quoted him as declaring […]

Mexico's coronavirus toll rises to 68,620 cases, 7,394 deaths

MEXICO CITY — Mexican health officials onSunday reported 2,764 new cases of the novel coronavirus and 215deaths, bringing the totals to 68,620 and 7,394, respectively.

Mexico's coronavirus toll rises to 68,620 cases, 7,394 deaths

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexican health officials on Sunday reported 2,764 new cases of the novel coronavirus and 215 deaths, bringing the totals to 68,620 and 7,394, respectively.

India coronavirus dispatch: The chances of catching Covid-19 on a plane

From the role of a constitutional court, to why increasing indebtedness is not the wisest solution, and the chances of catching Covid-19 on a plane - read these and more in today's India dispatch

There will be 'lessons learned' from situation at Trinity Bellwoods Park, Toronto mayor says

Toronto Mayor John Tory says there will be "lessons learned" from the incident that unfolded on Saturday at Trinity Bellwoods Park.

For The First Time, No Deaths Registered In The Most Hit Region By Coronavirus In Italy

Yesterday for the first time Lombardy, the most hit region in Italy by coronavirus, has registered zero deaths. But experts say that the data will need to be better analyzed, before it can be considered final.

Norway Says Widespread Coronavirus Testing ‘Unnecessary’

The Norwegian Institute of Public Health has changed its recommendation for widespread testing in the country’s battle against the coronavirus.

Effigy Hanging Of Kentucky Governor Met With Bipartisan Condemnation

Politicians from both parties have come forward to condemn the hanging of an effigy of Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear by anti-lockdown protestors.

Video Of Pool Party At Missouri’s Lake Of The Ozarks Goes Viral Amid Pandemic

Some social media users have described the sight as “unreal.”

No Death reported due to Infection in Israel for 4 Consecutive Days -

No new deaths have been reported in Israel for the past four days due to the coronavirus epidemic, the Ministry

54 New Cases of Coronavirus Reported in Uttar Pradesh, 161 Died so far -

On Sunday, 254 new cases of Covid-19 infected were reported in Uttar Pradesh. Also, the number of people who lost

JK reports 52 new positive cases- 22 from Jammu, 30 from Kashmir

130433 test results available, 809 recovered so far Jammu Tawi, May 24: The J&K Administration Sunday informed that 52 new positive cases of novel Coronavirus, 22 from Jammu division and 30 from Kashmir division, have been reported today thus taking the total number of positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir to 1621. In Jammu Division, the fresh […]

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.

MAP ROW WITH NEPAL

Nepal’s prime minister KP Sharma Oli is on a bold move to take on India. By releasing a new map that included sensitive Indian border regions of Kalapani, Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh, he has put New Delhi on notice. Notably, this scenario has been deve

SpaceX readies for astronaut capsule recovery backup plan as rocket drone ship deploys to landing zone

Mission objectives of the SpaceX Crew Dragon Demo-2 test flight, have already commenced days ahead of the scheduled launch attempt. On Wednesday, May 27th at 4:33 pm EDT, Elon Musk’s rocket launching – and landing – company, SpaceX, will set out to achieve more firsts than it has ever attempted in one launch. The final […]

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

New study shows that one third of Irish people exercise every day

Independent research experts iReach have released findings from a survey they carried out prior to the Covid-19 restrictions in Ireland.

6 sell overpriced travel tokens to migrants, held

They had sold 42 travel tokens priced at Rs 750 each for Rs 1,000; they were later released on bail

Kaduna Govt. keeps silent as health workers shun El Rufai’s sack threat, commence strike

There is anxiety in Kaduna State following threat by the state government to disengage over 11, 000 health workers.

Florida coronavirus cases near 52,000 with 2,252 deaths

Total coronavirus cases in Florida neared 52,000 on Monday, with 2,252 deaths, as many residents took advantage of relaxed restrictions during the Memorial Day weekend.

Ghaziabad-Delhi border sealed again, essential services personnel allowed

Ghaziabad in western Uttar Pradesh has recorded 227 cases of COVID-19 till Sunday evening, according to an official statement.

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,

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.

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.

CEO of Conference of Presidents Says Coronavirus Gave New Life to Old Anti-Semitism

OMG, the next line there should have been: "If we weren't optimists, we never would have picked up our suitcases and made Aliyah…"

Salary (CTC) calculation: Earning Rs 40,000 or Rs 30,000 as DA+Basic? You may get this extra amount

Salary (CTC) calculation: Under CTC model, if the monthly EPF wages of an employee is Rs 10,000, then he/she will get Rs 200 more directly from the employer as the share of the employer's contribution to EPF/EPS will be reduced and Rs 200 less will be deducted from his/her wages

Following Pressure From Trump And Pastors, California Allows Places Of Worship To Reopen With Restrictions

They will have to cap attendance at 25% and take other measures to mitigate the spread of coronavirus.

SA eases COVID-19 restrictions ahead of schedule

South Australia has fast-tracked its loosening of COVID-19 restrictions, with pubs, restaurants, clubs, cinemas, beauty salons and gyms able to have up to 80 patrons from June 1.

Coronavirus in Thane: List of COVID-19 containment zones in Thane city, Kalwa, Diva and Mumbra issued by TMC as of May 25

The number of COVID-19 cases in Thane district touched 5,701 on Sunday, with the two minor sons of a Kalyan Dombivali Municipal Corporation official among the 314 ones who tested positive for novel coronavirus.

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.

Air Force: Report on space acquisition reforms ‘not finalized’

A report sent to Congress last week proposing changes to Space Force acquisition programs was an “initial version” and not the final product, the Air Force said.

Squirky-bum-time for Zim dollar

LONG suffering Zimbabweans will have to dig deeper into their pockets to survive, after prices of basic goods went up sharply again at the weekend – on the back of the collapsing Zim dollar.

Nigerians Locked In Another Chinese Company In Ogun Cry Out For Help

One of the affected workers told SaharaReporters that aside from forcing them to work, the company had also stopped feeding them and refused to allow them to go out to get food.

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.

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.

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones from Colaba in SoBo to Borivali in West and Mulund in East issued by BMC as of May 25

Union minister Piyush Goyal's interpretation of an 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat'

Business leaders from across sectors interacted with Union Minister for Railways and Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, during the current edition of India Today's e-Conclave 2020 Jumpstart series.

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

Madhya Pradesh: Government faces challenge of providing jobs to migrant workers

Chandigarh: 13 domestic flights to take off from Chandigarh from today

The Chandigarh Airport will resume operations with total 13 domestic flights from Monday onwards in a phased manner. Flights to Srinagar, Delhi, Mumbai, Leh, Bangalore, Dharamshala, Ahmedabad, will be starting operations.

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'.

Only 12 active Covid-19 cases in Ranchi now

With five more Covid-19 patients recovering in Ranchi, the district is left with only 12 active cases of the viral infection, Deputy Commissioner Rai Mahimapat Ray said on Sunday. Ranchi was declared a Covid-19 red zone last month by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in the wake of the rapidly

Cholera outbreak in Marsabit contained

The killer disease claimed at least 13 lives in a span of one month.

Huge increase in demand for Walsall befriending service

A community befriending service says it has seen a huge increase in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Louisiana state trooper dies from injuries suffered in on-duty crash

A Louisiana state trooper has died after being struck by a police car while removing a tire deflation device that had flattened the tires of a suspect's car.

Mumbai crime: Amid coronavirus lockdown, cyber-criminals using luxury goods as bait

Another serious stabbing injury reported at Moria camp, days after homicide

A 21-year-old Afghan man remained in critical condition over the weekend after being stabbed on Saturday evening by a 18-year-old compatriot at the infamous Moria "hotspot" on the eastern Aegean island of Lesvos.

Hairdressers to present proposals for earlier reopening

Industry body draws up list of more than 100 recommendations for salons

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 […]

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

Bond University on track for JobKeeper

Bond University is on track to be the only university in Australia to get access to JobKeeper after a rule change.

1.52L students avail CM Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana

About 1.52 lakh students are on the verge of becoming doctors, engineers, lawyers, architects, business managers etc by availing the Mukhya Mantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana launched in the academic session 2017-18 by Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan to remove the financial difficulties

1.50 Lakh MP Students About To Become Doctors, Engineers Under MMMVY

Madhya Pradesh government deposits fees worth Rs 326,,69,85,000 in the accounts of the students.

‘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...

Rocket arrives as China targets July for Tianwen-1 Mars mission launch

China is gearing up to launch its Tianwen-1 Mars mission following the delivery of a Long March 5 launch vehicle to Wenchang launch center.

Lockdowns haven’t proved they’re worth the havoc

The U.S. survived the 1968 pandemic without shutting down society, and there isn’t much evidence that shutdowns are truly effective this time.

Moon calls for bold fiscal strategy in light of COVID-19

Addressing the officials responsible for drawing up the national fiscal strategy, President Moon Jae-in on Monday called for bold support measures, saying the state must spearhead efforts to soften the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Speaking at the National Fiscal Strategy Meeting, Moon also downplayed concerns that his administration’s fiscal policies could threaten the country’s fiscal stability, sa...

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

Delhi govt asks departments not to issue global tenders up to Rs 200 cr

In an order, the Delhi Finance Department forwarded the Central government's amendment for "information and necessary action"

Kunal Kamra lauds Maha CM for 'transparency' amid COVID-19 after state recruits workforce from Kerala

Washington man allegedly falsely sought $1.5M in coronavirus biz relief funds

A Washington state software engineer is charged with fraudulently seeking over $1.5 million in coronavirus relief funds intended for small business loans, prosecutors announced Friday. Issaquah

'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.

Forlorn presidential palace as virus mutes Eid celebrations in Bangladesh

The global COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the regular Eid celebrations at the Bangabhaban, the residence of the president.

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.

Brazil surpasses U.S. in daily coronavirus death toll

Brazil surpasses U.S. in daily coronavirus death toll

How will the economic 'cold war' between China and the US end? - Radio

Jonna Bianco, founder of the American Bondholders Foundation, talks about the ways to solve the crisis between the two powers.

Ex-comfort woman decries 'betrayal' in South Korea activist scandal

May 25 (UPI) -- The former South Korean comfort woman who accused an activist of misappropriating funds said Monday she had been "betrayed overnight" after being "used" by lawmaker-elect Yoon Mi-hyang for three decades.

Gangs of Edinburgh: The baby-faced assassin and childhood sweethearts who fuelled bloody street war between crime families

Warring crime families' unease over relationship erupted into shocking night of violence

Ambegaon tribals cry Constitutional violations, point to local eco damage

Complaint to higher authorities claims revenue officials permitted huge excavation in scheduled areas during lockdown

CS Somesh Kumar lauds officials for sending migrants safe

CS Somesh Kumar complimented the police and other departments for facilitating transportation of over 50,000 migrant workers through 40 trains on a single day on Saturday.

No Gifts, Prayers At Home: India’s Muslims Celebrate Lacklustre Eid Amid Lockdown

New Delhi (Sputnik): Muslims in India celebrated the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan on Monday, sans the usual festivity, as the country is...

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.

Early identification helped Nagpur, says civic chief Tukaram Mundhe

Nagpur: Over 75 per cent of people who got infected with novel coronavirus in Nagpur have since recovered and been discharged, and the death rate of 2 per cent is also among the best in Maharashtra and the country, Municipal Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe said on Monday. He said measures like early identification, tracing, isolation, treatment […]

Coronavirus in Maharashtra: Private hospitals empanelled under MPJAY to offer free treatment

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.

Editorial Roundup:

The Detroit News. May 23, 2020.

We are working on new policy for sports, says Dare

Sports Minister, Sunday Dare has disclosed that he is working on a new sports policy for the country, even as he outlined key areas he is focusing on as he strives to take Nigerian sports to greater heights.

Covid wake-up call: Health infrastructure only 1 per cent of Smart City projects

These 69 projects, located in 55 of the 100 smart cities being developed, will cost an estimated Rs 2112.06 crore — about 1 per cent of the total Mission investment of Rs 205,018 crore.

Amit Shah extends Eid greetings

The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.

The impact of COVID-19 on Africa

Global solidarity with Africa is an imperative.

Lorraine slams ‘arrogant’ Dominic Cummings as she sats ‘can the 14,000 Brits fined for breaking lockdown to appeal?’

LORRAINE Kelly slammed “arrogant” Dominic Cummings and asked “can the 14,000 Brits fined for breaking lockdown appeal?” The 60-year-old presenter raged at Prime Minister Bor…

Telstra CEO wants NBN upgrade paths reflected in govt policy

Calls for telcos to be unshackled from past policy and decisions.

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

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.

UK reportedly to phase out Huawei from 5G network

Decision comes as many countries reexamine their relationship with Beijing

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...

Coronavirus in Mumbai: ‘Pandemic drones’ help BMC keep COVID-19 at bay in Kandivli

Coronavirus in Navi Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones in Vashi, Belapur, Nerul, Airoli and Turbhe released by NMMC as of May 25

With a big spike of 3,041 new COVID-19 cases being reported from across the state, Maharashtra's COVID-19 count crossed the 50 thousand mark on Sunday.

[Editorial] No window dressing

The top 20 percent of earners in South Korea made 5.41 times as much as the bottom 20 percent in the first quarter, Statistics Korea said last week. The statistical agency used a new sample and survey method for the first time to calculate the income disparity. The multiple figure for the first quarter of last year was 5.18 times when calculated by the new methodology and 5.8 times by the old one. If the old stan...

547 inmates released in Anambra, Kano - The Nation Nigeria

No fewer than 547 inmates have been released from correctional centres in Anambra and Kano states. The Anambra command of the Service said it released

The Price of Trump Loyalty

Senator Cory Gardner’s political relationship with the president reads like a tawdry romance novel.

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.

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

'We've still got gaps': More to do 20 years on from reconciliation bridge walk

Twenty years ago more than 250,000 people walked over the Sydney Harbour Bridge for reconciliation. Over six hours the record crowd carried flags and banners and made their way across the Harbour, in what was called the largest political demonstration ever held in Australia. It was a historic moment which Reconciliation Australia CEO Karen Mundine said inspired the nation, and set the mood for the next 20 years of reconciliation.

The Political Fix: What has India’s stringent Covid-19 lockdown actually achieved?

A weekly newsletter on Indian policy and politics from Scroll.in.

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.

International flights to Greece will only land at Athens Airport until June 30

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) extended the notice to Airmen (NOTAM) that states all international flights to Greece will only land at Athens

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.

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…

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.

Ghana treating frontline health workers better than US – Report

Health workers at the Frontline of the coronavirus fight in Ghana are being treated better than their counterpart in the US, The Washington Post, has revealed, with calls on the US government to emulate the intervention of the Ghanaian Government for health workers.

Fear of flying: Negotiating the regulations around flights sounds incredibly daunting

The sight of cabin crew kitted out in PPE will be a sight to behold, a vivid and unforgettable reminder of our dystopian new world.

5 Ways You Can Help Stop The Coronavirus 'Infodemic' That's Hurting Everyone

Everyone is responsible for slowing the spread of the disease. Every action counts. This is also the case in the fight against misinformation, which intrudes on the overabundance of news, mixing facts, rumours and fake news. The World Health Organi

Face masks mandatory on public transport

The Korean government has decided to require all passengers on buses, taxis, subways and flights to wear masks, in order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus. The face-covering mandate, issued by the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters, comes as more drivers and passengers are disregarding mask-wearing recommendations amid rising temperatures. Under the new measure which goes into effec...

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.

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.

Police release CCTV images of man in store at time of Dundee attempted robbery

CCTV images of a man Dundee police say may be able to "help with enquiries" into an attempted robbery have been released.

Police release CCTV after attempted shop raid in Dundee

The man in the footage could help police with their investigation.

Election 2020: Don’t do what you want, consult parties – Agyinasare to EC

The founder of Perez Chapel International, Bishop Charles Agyinasare, has counseled the Electoral Commission to involve all stakeholders in its plans for a successful 2020 elections.

Total wellness

"Our military is overstretched. We may render them inutile, ordering them to be Covid frontliners assisting in the delivery of medical and food supplies, on top of keeping the peace in troubled zones. Many anti-government forces could take advantage of the situation and the frustration of Marawi's homeless," Marcos said.

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.

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

Iranian fuel tanker has moored at Venezuela’s El Palito refinery -TV

DUBAI: The UAE has recorded 781 new coronavirus cases overnight after conducting an additional 35,000 tests, bringing the country’s total number of known infections to 29,485, the health ministry said. There was also one fatality overnight, raising the death toll to 245, the ministry added in a report from state news agency WAM. But 561 people meanwhile were cleared from

WATCH: Scary scenes in Jaipur as desert locust swarms take over

The desert locust (Schistocerca gregaria; Gryllus gregarius) is a species of locust, a swarming short-horned grasshopper in the family Acrididae.

BBMP receives 150 tree fall complaints after rains lash Bengaluru

Officials suspect nearly 50 trees may have been toppled

Dudley's Castle Hill to become one-way during Metro extension work

Motorists are being warned to expect delays as a key Dudley town centre route becomes one-way next month due to roadworks.

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,…

Rich list accounts still free from public scrutiny

More than 1100 companies — including those controlled by some of the most influential families and rich listers — remain exempt from lodging accounts with the regulator, 25 years after the temporary exemption was granted.

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. 

Hyderabad: Several Vande Bharat returnees go home

Hyderabad: Completing the mandatory quarantine, several persons who have returned to the city from different countries in flights organised as part of Vande Bharat Mission, have returned to their homes while others too are packing their bags.

From 'too late' to 'reckless and senseless' - opposition parties react to easing of lockdown

Political parties have varying reactions to government's decision to move South Africa from a Level 4 to a Level 3 lockdown.

2 injured in clashes in Pulwana

Srinagar: Two people have been injured as protesters clashed with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s on Sunday. The clashes erupted at Pulwama’s Mitrigam area after security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Frestpora Orchards near Rahmoo Pulwama where two terrorists were believed to be in the hiding. Security forces have recovered detonators, […]

Banner supporting family of murder victim Kieran Wylie as family prepare for funeral

A BANNER in support of the family of murder victim Kieran Wylie has been put up in front of his home in west Belfast.

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 ...

How Community Participation can Assist in Architectural and Urban Post-Disaster Reconstruction

How community participation can assist in architectural and urban reconstruction following natural disasters or tragedies caused by human action.

How Community Participation can Assist in Architectural and Urban Post-Disaster Reconstruction

How community participation can assist in architectural and urban reconstruction following natural disasters or tragedies caused by human action.

Bashir Ahmad’s Faux Pas By Tony Ademiluyi

In a sane society, he would either have been fired by his principal or would have been forced by the public backlash to resign. Alas we are in a banana republic where anything goes. How tragic!

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.

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

Incredible moment neighbours heckle 'hypocrite' Dominic Cummings over lockdown trip

Cummings was branded a 'hypocrite' by the crowd of onlookers on his own doorstep

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.

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.

Child drowns after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach

A child drowned after getting caught in the current off Siesta Key Beach.

Removing soft toys from classrooms or banning children from touching books when schools reopen is too 'extreme', government expert warns

Professor Robert Dingwall, from Nottingham University, warned the measures were 'extreme' and risked making children 'miserable' when they are finally allowed back into class.

Turkey Sends More Mercenaries to Libya’s Misrata

Turkey has sent more mercenaries from Istanbul to Libya’s Misrata to fight alongside the forces of the Government of National Accord (GNA), reported Italy’s itamilradar website. Itamilradar, which specializes in monitoring military aircraft movements

South Africa coronavirus: Eased lockdown splits opposition, over 11K recoveries

From the area of testing through to record number of recoveries, South Africa has been praised for pro-activeness in combating the virus.

AP govt to disburse financial aid of Rs. 5000 to Priests, Pastors and Imams tomorrow

Andhra Pradesh: With the coronavirus taking the toll of mankind throughout the world, people are confined to homes amid lockdown without income.

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.

Everett police question suspect in fatal shooting

Everett police say they’re questioning a suspect after a man was shot and killed Sunday night.

30 Srikakulam natives reach Vizag from Bengaluru on two-wheelers

Even as the country is trying to recover from the impact of lockdowns, migrant workers continue to suffer.

Irish nurse turned MP calls for joined-up healthcare approach to pandemic

AN IRISH MP who returned to nursing to support the battle against Covid-19 believes health and social care must become “one united front” to overcome the virus. Maria Caulfield, the Conservative MP for Lewes, returned to the NHS in March as a cancer nurse treating patients with Covid-19 at the Royal Marsden Hospital in Brompton. She had answered the appeal by Health Secretary Matt Hancock for former doctors and nurses to help support medical efforts during the coronavirus outbreak. Ms Caulfield, who was born in Wandsworth, London in 1973, to parents who came to Britain in the 1950s from counties Longford and Cork, has seen first-hand the need for a ‘joined-up’ social welfare system that would see both care homes and hospitals working in tandem. She told The Irish Post: “When the coronavirus crisis first hit, it was clear the NHS was going to come under huge pressure. Advertisement “I wanted to do my bit to help out. I still had my nursing registration and so I returned to my old hospital working on the wards.…

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.

TFF President Karia mourns Mwalusako, Dondwe

The Tanzanian football fraternity suffered a tragic double severe setback, following the death of two former Taifa Stars defenders, Lawrence Mwalusako and Yahya Dondwe.

VW defeated in landmark Dieselgate case brought by van buyer

German court ruling will force carmaker to compensate tens of thousands more customers

Man killed, 2 injured in twin mishaps

Nowshera (Rajouri-Jammu) : A man was killed while two others got injured in twin mishaps at Nowshera area on Sunday. As per details, one swift car (JK 11B/1381) being driven by Ajay Kumar, son of Prem Nath, resident of Nerojal at present Jawahar Nagar Rajouri  met with an accident on Rajal Garan link road in Nowshera.  […]

Fire fighters say they 'can't be thanked' with cuts

Nicola Sturgeon and Boris Johnson were sent letters calling for budgets to be protected.

‘Digital India’ Provides Hope For Poor And Developing Nations: Commonwealth S-G

"India is developing these things at scale and at a cost which looks accessible to so many. That brings hope."

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.

Defiant Simon Bridges smacks down Todd Muller's assertion he's 'considering his future', plans to stay on

"I'm not considering my future."

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.

Developer O’Flynn calls for task force to deal with housing crisis

Michael O’Flynn also wants help-to-buy scheme extended to 2025

How Late Chief Of Staff To President Muhammadu Buhari, Abba Kyari, Triggered ‘Fight’ Between Abike Dabiri-Erewa And Communications Minister, Pantami

The duo had been embroiled in a disagreement since February this year after Pantami ordered the eviction of the agency from the building accommodating it.

Counter Covid with caution

The last few days have witnessed a lot of travel happening between districts and even inter-State, as people of all walks of life

Eid prayers at home in Southwest states, Kwara - The Nation Nigeria

Eid-El-Fitr prayers were on Sunday observed in private homes in most parts of the states in the Southwest, Kwara and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

'Many will starve': locusts devour crops and livelihoods in Pakistan

Farmers faced with worst plague in recent history say they have been left to fend for themselves

COVID-19: How Mumbai cops maintain order amid chaos

COVID-19: How Mumbai cops maintain order amid chaos. 'Given the nature of our jobs, getting infected is a constant fear we all face.' 'The most we do is follow all the rules strictly and pray that we don't get infected.'

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.

Umahi laments lack of test kits as Ebonyi’s COVID-19 cases hit 33

The call was part of the Governor's live broadcast on COVID-19 update in the State at the Government House, Abakaliki on Sunday

After Pravin Togadia's Hindu RW group destroys film set in Kerala, Vijayan promises 'strict action'

Patients discharged to nursing homes without test - NHI

Nursing Homes Ireland will tell the Covid-19 committee tomorrow that hundreds of residents were discharged from hospitals to nursing homes without being tested for the virus.

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.

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.

Teenage girl dies after tree falls at Detroit Lake

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — A teenage girl died at Detroit Lake in northwest Oregon on Sunday afternoon after the top of a large tree fell and hit two pontoon-style boats...

‘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.

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.

New path for migrant labourers to tread 

The fear of the Covid-19 has frozen economic activities in urban India. Nearly 80 million migrant workers who were engaged in factories, construction companies, retail outlets, entertainment industries, malls, hotels and restaurants etc lost hope, income, and shelter.  Government support, community kitchens, and voluntary agencies’ efforts have failed to stop the exodus. As the death toll is increasing in every passing day,  it is difficult to forecast when the economy will restart; the migrant workers may continue to return home in large number despite the risk. 

How is Covid-19 playing out in rural India?

Even if the incidence of infection is not high in rural areas, its affect on rural-urban migration has debilitated livelihoods

Sunday lockdown complete across Karnataka

The Sunday curfew — a 36-hour lockdown announced by the state government to prevent the spread of Covid-19 — was complete across the state.

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?

Another South India returnee tests positive for Covid-19 infection

TURA: Barely a week since Garo Hills registered its first case of Covid-19 infection detected in a returnee from the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, another woman who accompanied her has also been tested positive on Monday, raising the total num

Adriaan Basson: Ramaphosa wins the day but it's up to us to keep the economy open

On Sunday night, Ramaphosa took charge of the crisis and showed the authoritarians in Cabinet that he is still the boss, writes Adriaan Basson.

Lawsuit: Kansas mayor deleted posts panning virus response

A resident of a western Kansas town is claiming in a lawsuit that the mayor violated residents' free-speech rights by deleting criticism on social media of how the town was responding to the coronavir

Missing North Delta senior found deceased

88-year-old Jarnail Sanghera had been missing since the morning of Friday, May 15

Missing man found dead

Delta police confirm that the body of an elderly man missing from North Delta since May 15 has been found.

Numbers on Rent Supplement payment up 20% since beginning of Covid-19 pandemic

Housing groups have warned that Ireland could see a rise in evictions as a result of the crisis.

Kingi denies Sh1.6m ICU bed claim

Governor says no money has been paid for buying of beds.

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

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.

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.

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.

An employee who mortgaged his owner’s hotel gets bail

Philadelphia Museum of Art Workers Seek to Unionize

After a year of organizing, staff members at the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA) launched a union drive. On Friday, they announced their intent to join District Council 47 of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). By unionizing, organizers are hoping the museum, which is currently closed because of the Covid-19 outbreak, will prioritize ensuring worker and visitor safety and maintaining programs that serve the community as it works to recover from the financial fallout from the pandemic.

Hacker selling customer data of 3 crypto wallets, 1 investment platform

Data of customers who allegedly purchased products using Shopify from these crypto wallets have been compromised

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.

FEC shrugs off market worries over Bourke Street tower

Of eight construction projects in Melbourne given the green light on Monday, four involved crucial amendments to existing permits.

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

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...

Using all of our health service facilities has helped against Covid-19. Any change to that should be handled carefully

Dr Ciarán Ó Riain says the current system is necessary if we are to maintain healthcare for all and protect patients in any future infection waves.

What's going on 2020? Amid coronavirus and Cyclone Amphan, locust plague hits Rajasthan

6 more COVID-19 deaths, 254 news cases in UP

The novel coronavirus toll in Uttar Pradesh rose 161 on Sunday with six more deaths, while 254 new cases in the last 24 hours took the tally to 6,268, an official said. Of the six new fatalities, two were from Kanpur Nagar, and one each from Aligarh, Firozabad, Etah and Azamgarh, the official said

Is The Maldives Seeing A Daesh Surge?

Consolidation of Daesh in the Maldives would severely dent its image as an exotic tourist destination.

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

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.

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

Coronavirus threatens to undo gains in war against single-use plastics

From the masks, gloves and gowns used on the front lines of the war against COVID-19 to food delivered in disposable plastic containers and coffee served in takeaway cups, single-use products are finding their way back into daily life in South Korea. In the face of an unprecedented health crisis, it may be understandable that the impact of disposables on the Earth becomes an afterthought. But eco-minded citizens an...

Dr Noor Hisham: Confined spaces likely cause of Covid-19 clusters at immigration detention depots

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Confined spaces at immigration detention depots could be a cause of Covid-19 spreading among detainees, Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said. He said the Ministry of Health (MOH) is also looking at other detention centres, such as prisons and police...

Govt procures 110 lakh metric tonnes of wheat

Due to global pandemic Corona, this time the Government had to implement lockdown, but the hard work and the spirit of the farmers of the State was the highest this time. This is the reason that this time in the history of Madhya Pradesh, the highest number of wheat purchases was recorded. In

Renault could disappear without a bail out – report

The French brand's 122-year history could be at stake according to a key decision maker.

Here’s Why The $51 Million Celeste Barber Raised With Your Help Can’t Be Shared Around

The Supreme Court ruled that $51 million Celeste Barber raised for the NSW RFS can't be shared with other states and agencies. Here's why.

Addressing the Chinese threat in the Indo-Pacific area

There is a growing consensus that China represents both a malign economic threat to this nation's security, and a military threat to our interests in Asia and the Pacific over the next 20 years.

Andhra Pradesh government moves to sell immovable properties belonging to TTD trust; Draws widespread condemnation

 The decision of the Andhra Pradesh government to sell immovable assets belonging to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) has drawn widespread condemnation from all quarters. The TTD had issued an order to sell over 23 properties of TTD in various parts of Tamil Nadu through a public action. The decision was taken by the TTD Trust meeting held on 29th February this year but the move became public only recently after the Endowment board issued the order to this effect on April 30th. TTD has setup two teams for the sale of its properties located at 23 locations in Tamil Nadu. The 2 teams will have 8 officers. The board has also asked the authorities to finalize the rules regarding the public auction to sell the properties. 

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...

Brands, local and global, get vocal about their Indian roots

According to senior people in several companies The Indian Express spoke with soon after the Prime Minister said that every Indian “has to become vocal for their local, not only to buy local products, but also to promote them proudly”, C-level executives scrambled to come up with a plan to get the brand’s messaging across.

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.

How Kerala flattened the curve, lowest death rates: Health minister Shailaja explains

Health department constituted 18 expert groups in training health care staff for detailed stock-taking of beds, equipment in each hospital

Failed BEST bus strike disrupts MSRTC services ferrying migrants

State transport buses were called in last week to keep essential services going

COVID-19: Kuwait reports 9 more deaths, 665 new cases

New deaths take overall fatalities to 165; cases rise to 21,967

AES, LDBSVM fall under RTI ambit: HC

Settling a 14-yr-old dispute, HC rules both get enough grant from Guj govt and fall under RTI

COVID-19: US to provide USD 6 million to Pakistan to fight coronavirus

The embassy said that the US government has now committed a total of USD 21 million since it declared Pakistan a priority country for coronavirus response'.

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.

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

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.

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.

51 more police personnel test positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra

51 more policemen tested positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra, taking the total number of personnel affected by coronavirus in the state to 1,809 on Monday.

Sinn Féin massively dominant on Facebook during general election

Party had ten times more engagement on popular site than State’s other political parties

National releases new party list - Amy Adams takes third spot as 'COVID-19 recovery spokesperson'; Judith Collins stays at fourth but passes her high-profile housing portfolio to Nicola Willis; Simon Bridges says he'll run in Tauranga again

National releases new party list - Amy Adams takes third spot as 'COVID-19 recovery spokesperson'; Judith Collins stays at fourth but passes her high-profile housing portfolio to Nicola Willis; Simon Bridges says he'll run in Tauranga again

Makinde, others laud facility managers’ role in COVID-19 crisis

The Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has lauded facility managers for their contributions to health, safety and productivity of people during ongoing CoVID-19 crisis. Makinde noted that as with governance, people hardly commend facilities managers when things are going right, but immediately the ‘ball drops’, everyone remembers their roles. The Governor stated this during the […]

Youth offenders complying with restrictions - report

Youth offenders are complying with Covid-19 restrictions, according to a report by the University of Limerick which finds the majority of young people have been engaged in "pro-social behaviours and activities" during the pandemic.

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 ...

Eid-el-Fitr: Governors, others urge Muslims to remain virtuous

Governors across the country on Sunday felicitated with Muslims on the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr at the end of 30 days of Ramadan fasting.

Erosion of fiscal federalism in the times of Covid-19

As the Centre steamrolls policies on cash-strapped States, the fiscal demands the current pandemic have put extraordinary pressures on State finances

Will Social Security Beneficiaries Qualify for a Second Stimulus Check?

Social Security recipients were eligible for an Economic Impact Payment under the CARES Act -- should they expect something similar for stimulus 2.0?

3-day-old infant from Chandigarh one of the youngest to die of coronavirus

The infant girl’s mother had not been tested for Covid-19 prior to her delivery and has now been sampled for the disease.

Covid: Bandi Sanjay writes to CM, seeks white paper on Centre’s funds

State BJP president and Karimnagar MP Bandi Sanjay Kumar wrote a letter to Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao asking him to publish

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

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

Nicola McLean reveals she was sexually assaulted by a masseur in her own home

She wants to let those suffering know they can escape from abuse

14 days Quarantine Compulsory for Citizens Coming from Abroad -

The UP government has issued a new guideline for travelers coming from abroad during the Corona period. According to this,

The Nigerian fraudsters ripping off the unemployment system

"Scattered Canary" group is scamming vital benefits programs amid the pandemic.

Dutch PM's mother dies at age 96

Prime Minister Mark Rutte's mother Mieke Rutte-Dilling passed away on Wednesday, May 13, the Prime Minister confirmed on Monday. She was 96 years old. "In addition to the great sorrow and all the

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.

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.

COVID-19 cases in Assam cross 400-mark

The number of coronavirus cases in Assam rose to 427 on Monday after 35 more people tested positive for the disease, state Health and Family Welfare Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

Casement Park: No agreement on £33m funding gap says Stormont

STORMONT has still not agreed how to plug a £33 million funding gap plaguing the Casement Park stadium project.

EXPLAINER | Lockdown Level 3: What you will be allowed to do and what you won't

You may soon exercise outside whenever you want, buy liquor and fly domestically for business reasons.

Masoom NGO steps in to facilitate virtual classes for night school students

COVID-19: New cases jump to 172 today, 92% are non-Malaysians

The number of new COVID-19 cases have jumped to 172 new cases today, which is the first time Malaysia records more than 100 new cases since the CMCO took effect on 4th May. This brings the total number of infections to 7,417.

Assam: Foreigners’ Tribunal member discharged over controversial letter on Tablighi Jamaat

The Indian Express had in April reported about the letter -- dated April 7 and signed by Gupta -- addressed to state Health and Finance Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Gupta had said that he had withdrawn the letter and that it was never actually sent to the government.

Tanzania finally allows export of mineral concentrates

The government has issued an export permit for all the 277 containers full of gold and copper concentrates which had been held in Dar es Salaam since 2017.

Coronavirus crisis provides fertile ground for online fraudsters

Surge in number of scammers exploiting global scramble for protection equipment

Perform Or Perish: Now, Railway Contractors’ Efficiency To Be Appraised By Project Engineers, To Boost Quality, Safety

However, performance appraisal report of all zonal contractors irrespective of value shall be filled in. 

Hospitals demand COVID-19 records

PATIENTS seeking admission to public and private hospitals are now required to produce coronavirus test results before being taken in under a new policy likely ...

Therapists on call for mental issues

With the pandemic wreaking havoc on the mental health of people not used to staying indoors for such a long period of time, Rachakonda police have come up with a unique counselors team.

COVID-19 forcing investment in health sector, says NCDC

The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing governors and political leaders to invest in public health facilities across the country, Nigeria Centre for ...

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.

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.

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

Govt withdraws ban mobiles in isolation wards

After facing criticism for the order banning use of mobile phone by COVID-19 patients inside isolation wards, the Uttar Pradesh government withdrew its order saying that patients can keep mobile phone but they would have to disinfect it regularly. “The mobile phone and its charger will be

Coronavirus Australia latest: at a glance

A summary of the major developments in the coronavirus outbreak across Australia

Whistleblower behind Gujarat HC order: ‘No PPE kit, mask, gloves… can be in big trouble’

On Sunday, Health Minister Nitin Patel said the state government has “reviewed the High Court order and its observations” and “held a meeting to discuss and give a reply... next week.”

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.

Coronavirus: Experts warn of bioterrorism after pandemic

The Council of Europe has warned of a potential increase in the use of biological weapons, like viruses or bacterias, in a post-coronavirus world. Terrorists would not forget "lessons learned" during the pandemic.

'Our clubs may not survive' Calls for support fund to protect Irish sports organisations during pandemic

CONCERNS for the future of sporting organisations across Ireland have led to the call for a support fund to be established to see them through the coronavirus pandemic. The Federation of Irish Sport has called on the Government to create a Resilience Fund and set up a task force to ensure “the survival and reignition of sport organisations nationwide”. The Federation, whose members include the 81 National Governing Bodies and 29 Local Sports Partnerships that organise sport and physical activity in Ireland, issued a statement on behalf of those members this week - claiming the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic have been devastating for them. “There has been no organised sport in Ireland for 10 weeks,” they said. “The stark reality is that the knock-on effects of Covid-19 financially for all sports organisations in the country are devastating.” Advertisement They explained: “Within the last week, we have seen a number of our major team sports talk publicly of losses up to 70 per cent of their turnover. “Unfortunately…

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.

Social distancing will add another somber note to Memorial Day observances

In a typical year, Memorial Day is marked in Easton with fanfare: school bands, American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars groups and others march while crowds line the streets waving flags.

Salons in PCMC to reopen with rigid mandates in place

Few of the measures are too extreme, say barbers’ associations

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.

Here’s How Much Money Private Investigators Make In Every State

Find out where private investigators earn the most money in the United States, and where they earn the least.

10 lessons from the COVID-19 frontline for a more gender-equal world

Women play an outsize role responding to crises, including as frontline healthcare and social workers, caregivers at home, and as mobilisers in their communities.

US amb. visits site near inter-Korean border to honor fallen American soldiers in Korean War

US Ambassador Harry Harris has visited a memorial site near the inter-Korean border to honor American soldiers killed in the 1950-53 Korean War as he marked Memorial Day in the United States. Harris on Monday tweeted pictures of himself and flowers he laid at the Monument Dedicated to US Forces in the Korea War during a visit to Imjingak Pavillion in Paju near the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) separating the two Koreas. ...

BNN REPORTS | USA continues observing Latvia’s treatment of sanctioned and suspended Ventspils mayor

US Department of the Treasury press-representative Zach Isakowitz told BNN in regards to the sanctions imposed by the US against suspended Ventspils mayor Aivars Lembergs: «We continue to monitor and assess the impact of our sanctions against corrupt actors, and seek opportunities to build on and enhance the effectiveness of our actions to bring about a change in behaviour.».

Lies and disinformation cover up environmental assault on the Baltic Sea

Pollution linked to animal farming in northwestern Russia contaminates rivers and kills large areas of seabed

Alpaca-rearing business granted green light for permanent workers’ house

A mobile home in the Green Belt can now be replaced by a permanent house so that a rural worker can stay on site to supervise an alpaca herd.

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 […]

Delhi records 635 fresh cases of COVID-19, total deaths 276 so far

Delhi recorded 635 fresh cases of COVID-19 on Monday, taking the total number of positive cases to 14,053 with 276 deaths so far in the national capital.

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.

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

Courthouse stirs back to life

The Penticton courthouse partially opened its doors Monday for the first time in months.

DH Toon | Indian Olympic Association on maintaining 'hardship stimulus'

The gutsy girl from Bihar, Jyoti Kumari, who brought her ailing father from Gurugram to Darbhanga, pedalling over 1200 kms, is likely to get the tag of health ambassador. An indication in this regard

Playing cat and mouse with Covid-19

Government setting up mobile laboratory in Namanga for truck drivers.

Addiction centre concern at drop in people seeking help in lockdown

ONE of Northern Ireland’s main addiction treatment centres has voiced concerns at a massive drop-off in the numbers of people seeking help - despite a huge rise in alcohol sales.

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.

HHS's Azar: 'Very Credible Objective' to Have Coronavirus Vaccine by End of 2020

During an appearance on Fox News Channel's "Sunday Morning Futures," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar weighed in on the possibility of a COVID-19 vaccine by the end of 2020 after the CEO of pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca voiced his confidence the company could deliver 100 million doses of coronavirus vac | Clips

Hyderabad: Man jumps to death from apartment in Kukatpally

Hyderabad: A 55-year-old man allegedly jumped off the second floor of his apartment building at KPHB on Monday. He was identified as Mr. Raju.

Govt directs liquor shops to ensure sale of alcohol through proper scanning

After excise department observed liquor being sold at vends was not being properly scanned, the Delhi Government directed State-run liquor shops in the national Capital to ensure 100 per cent sale of alcohol through proper scanning. The excise department issued the directive after observing that

Concerns raised about lack of All-Ireland approach to Covid-19

A COUNCILLOR diagnosed with Covid-19 has voiced concern about the difference in approach to the crisis on both sides of the border.

Year of Tragedy: Locust Invasion Now Wreaking Havoc in Central India - Video

New Delhi (Sputnik): Locusts from Iran and Pakistan have swarmed India and already caused havoc in Rajasthan. The invasion has now moved on to central India and the...

COVID-19: Edo tests 1,367 residents in 542 communities

WITH the rise in number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in Edo State, the state government has revved up Active Case Search activities

AOC: Trump Making Illegals ‘Afraid to Go to Doctor’

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) argued this week that President Donald Trump is targeting illegal immigrants during the coronavirus pandemic and making them afraid to go to the doctor if they have SARS-CoV-2 symptoms. |

Crown Prince: Tough times will pass

Crown Prince: Tough times will pass

Will not operate under current restrictions, say Vikram and city bus operators

As a part of the relaxations granted in the third phase of the lockdown, Uttarakhand Government recently allowed the operation of public transport vehicles in the State with certain restrictions. Currently, the operators of such vehicles are allowed to carry a limited number of passengers.

UoN to get lion’s share of Sh6.6bn salary raise

Parliament approved the payment in a supplementary budget last month.

NZ's Jacinda Ardern Turns Heads as She Doesn’t Bat an Eye When Caught by Earthquake During Interview

In a video from this past weekend, New Zealand’s PM is seen talking to an AM Show host, when furniture and decor items just behind her back began to visibly shake for...

News Briefs

Anti-Terrorism Day held at Police Seva Bhawan Bhubaneswar: May 21 is observed in the country as Anti-terrorism Day since the assassination of former PM Rajiv Gandhi on this day in 1992. This year, the day was observed at the Police Seva Bhawan here in a solemn atmosphere. Additional Commissioner

Sadtu in Limpopo says schools not yet ready to reopen for teachers, pupils

The union raised a number of concerns including that there were inadequate guidelines on who would be managing the process of conducting screenings for pupils once they returned to class.

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.

Inattentive truck driver Darren Sansom jailed after killing 'superhero' father in Federal Highway crash

Darren Sansom was behind the wheel of a truck when it veered into the breakdown lane on the Federal Highway near Sutton, hitting and killing cyclist Major Aaron Couchman.

Delhi adds 117 private clinics to Covid list

Delhi reported 508 fresh cases on Sunday, taking the total to 13,418. Of the 1,886 patients currently in hospital, 1,379 are undergoing treatment in six government facilities. Ten private facilities have also been roped in.

Police look for clues as man found shot dead in vacant house

Police in a Mississippi city are investigating after they found a dead man inside an abandoned house.

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 

Best of BS Opinion: Looking beyond the rate cut, economic package, and more

Here's a selection of Business Standard opinion pieces for the day

British Airways passengers complain about packed flights in Europe and passengers without masks as more airlines restart flights after lockdown 

Images emerged on Twitter of a packed BA flight with passengers appearing to be seated directly next to each other rather than the government-advised two metres apart.

Tributes paid as Liverpool’s Bishop Malone succumbs to Covid-19

BISHOP Vincent Malone, the auxiliary bishop of Liverpool Archdiocese, has died after contracting coronavirus. He was admitted to the Royal Liverpool Hospital earlier this month but died on Monday, May 18. Tributes have been paid to the bishop, who was born in Liverpool. Cardinal Vincent Nichols, the leading Catholic prelate in England and Wales, lived alongside the bishop in the city "as a fairly young priest". He described Bishop Malone as having "endless patience" in his parish and ecclesiastical work, and always showing "unfailing courtesy with every person he met". The Archbishop of Liverpool Malcolm McMahon spoke of Bishop Malone’s “massive contribution to the life of the local church”. Advertisement A statement from the Archdiocese of Liverpool added: "It is with great sadness that the death is announced of the Right Reverend Vincent Malone, Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus of Liverpool and Titular Bishop of Abora. May he rest in peace." The bishop, ordained a priest in 1955, held many high posts, both academic…

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.

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...

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.

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

Two Palestinians were wounded by the Israeli army near Ramallah

Military and War » Palestinian local sources said that Israeli soldiers opened fire on two Palestinian youths while they were harvesting their lands between the villages of

Japan must start drafting an Indo-Pacific charter

After watching dozens of webinars, including one co-hosted by the Canon Institute for Global Studies and the Stimson Center, it seems clear that no one kno

PH's actual coronavirus tests far behind 'estimated capacity' of 32,000

Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque boasts some 32,000 tests can now be conducted. But in reality, only over 8,000 tests are being done per day.

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...

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...

Plans for retirement village on former landfill site rejected

Plans to build dozens of retirement homes on a former landfill site have been unanimously thrown out by councillors.

‘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.

Colorado restaurants can open Wednesday at reduced capacity

Restaurants in Colorado can re-open at reduced capacity this week and day camps will be allowed to open next week, Gov. Jared Polis announced Monday.

Gen. Naravane has hurt Gurkha sentiments: Nepal Minister

The Nepal army has, however, maintained silence on territorial dispute

Brace for long battle as new swarms of locusts fly into S. Sudan: UN agency

The surge may not be controlled by June.

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

C'garh to observe ‘Jheeram Shradhanjali Diwas’ today

Chhattisgarh will every year observe May 25 as ‘Jheeram Shradhanjali Diwas’ in memory of all those killed in Naxalite violence. All government and semi-government offices will observe a two-minute silence that day and pay tributes to those who died. They will take a pledge to make the state

Push India towards the Quad to deter China

A regional bulwark against Beijing is an idea whose time has come. To make it work, New Delhi must be persuaded to participate on its own terms.

Salons may reopen soon, but health measures must be in place

Barbershop and salon employees show that they can safely cut hair by wearing protective wear. The government, however, is still assessing the risks.

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.

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.” |

ACF, Northern Yoruba Obas urge prayers - The Nation Nigeria

The Northern socio-cultural group, Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) and Yoruba Council of Obas and Chiefs in Northern Nigeria, have asked Muslims ...

PUBG introduces revolutionary Bluehole mode in its 1.18.0 update

PUBG introduces revolutionary Bluehole mode in its 1.18.0 update. It encourages intense warfare between squads and makes the fights more even

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.

Calling Pakistan’s Bluff Today Won’t Be A Day Too Soon

The suffering common people of Pakistan can't wait to see the back of Imran Khan NIAZI.

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

Here’s how much Curro’s new online school costs – with applications now open

Curro Online, the new offering from private school group Curro, will go live in mid-June with applications open to all from Monday (25 May).

No new COVID-19 cluster reported in Singapore for the first time in more than 6 weeks

SINGAPORE: For the first time in more than six weeks, no new COVID-19 cluster was identified in Singapore on Sunday (May 24). According to data ...

Cotabato City mayor's top aide shot dead

Police are investigating the motive behind the killing of Aniceto 'Boy' Rasalan, the executive secretary and spokesperson of Mayor Cynthia Guiani-Sayadi

Elizabeth Ames: Coronavirus 'new normal' – Don't believe all the predictions. Here's why

It is said that the coronavirus will alter not just our habits, but also our politics. 

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.

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.

One dead, three injured when wall collapses in KZN

One person was killed and three others injured when a boundary wall collapsed in Inanda, north of Durban, on Monday.

One dead, three injured when wall collapses in KZN

One person was killed and three others injured when a boundary wall collapsed in Inanda, north of Durban, on Monday.

"Main Facebookwala Bhai Nahin. Dombivli ka original Bhai Hun": Hoodlum arrested after firing at friend

In a bizarre incident, a 24-year-old history sheeter from Dombivli opened fire on his friend following the impression that the latter was undermining his writ by refusing to pay him an extortion amount, at Diva on Sunday night.

Chinese Soldiers Cross Into India as Standoff Ensues

Chinese forces detained several Indian troops during the incursion.

Sustaining Atmanirbharta: The right policy mix

Experience of countries that have successfully transformed themselves suggests that an integrated approach over the medium term, based on the first and third sets of policies will improve domestic capabilities, and help achieve atmanirbharta with a greater share in GVCs.

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...

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

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.

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

Top 10 coronavirus updates: Nepal PM blames people coming from India for rise in infections

A look at the biggest Covid-19 developments of the day.

Covid-positive man dies waiting for hospital bed

The 57-year-old with a critical condition had to wait for six hours at Rajawadi hospital before he was shifted to a municipal school

Quarantined under a tree for 2 weeks

The 59-yr-old isolated himself away from Korale village in his own fields as he was returning from Pune and had also visited Sassoon hospital here; villagers la

CBIC clears Rs 11,052 crore GST refund claims since April 8

In a tweet, the CBIC said it is "committed to ensuring liquidity to GST taxpayers especially MSME sectors during the lockdown".

Shaping Africa’s urban areas to withstand future pandemics

Astrid R.N. Haas, the Policy Director, at the International Growth Centre explains: The power of cities comes from the number of interactions they enable, between people, firms and markets – they are centres of social interaction. For all their virtues, however, cities have a major downside. They are a fertile ground for contagion, such as …

SPPU proposes to defer fee hike amid pandemic

Final decision to be taken at mgmt council meeting

Till what age can a child be in diapers? A paediatrician answers

'Parents should not delay potty training beyond 18 months.'

LOUTH TD: 'Will Fine Gael caretaker government cut €350 payment later this week'

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Trudeau to push for 10 days paid sick leave for all Canadians; Tory apologizes for not wearing a mask in Trinity Bellwoods

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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

Mohali: Man murdered in Phase VIII, four held

Police officers said that the victim was identified as Haryanavi, who used to live in the old bus stand. Haryanavi had an altercation with some persons who used to stay in the shanties near the forest area in Phase VIII.

Two more cases of COVID-19 detected in Latvia

Latvia recorded two more case of COVID-19 on May 25, increasing the total number of cases from 1,047 on Sunday to 1,049 on Monday.

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: How much did state pay out in fraudulent unemployment claims?

Oklahoma may have paid out tens in millions of dollars in fraudulent unemployment claims since the start of the pandemic, records show. In a blunt email, the state's chief information officer, Jerry Moore, blames the loss on a disconnect in culture at the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission, the state agency responsible for processing claims. "Fraud is certainly a crime, but I feel it is just as criminal an act to not perform the civic responsibilities of the services entrusted to us," Moore wrote in the email Thursday to the director of another state agency, the Office of Management and Enterprise Services. "I do not know how to move forward and help Oklahomans without business process and leadership change.

Sweden’s ex-main epidemiologist: Country's strategy against virus - wrong

Sweden’s former chief epidemiologist Annika Linde has become a rare voice in Sweden to doubt the country’s chosen strategy against COVID-19, which was one of the softest in Europe and focused on protecting people in risk groups, The Guardian reports.