As Covid-19 rages, Mumbai ramps up health infrastructure

Data released by the state public health department on Sunday on dedicated Covid hospitals showed the citys oxygen-supported beds and isolation beds have gone up three times, thanks to new ‘jumbo makeshift facilities set up in the citys exhibition grounds. The number of oxygen-supported beds has gone up from 1,413 on May 12 to 4,508 on May 24.

Iranian petrol tanker arrives in Venezuela in defiance of US

First of five ships arrives in Caribbean with Washington warned against intercepting them

Akwa Ibom decries absence of COVID-19 test centre

Governor Udom Emmanuel at the weekend regretted that in spite of Akwa Ibom’s ‘25 per cent’ contribution to Nigeria’s revenue, the Federal Government was yet to prioritise setting a COVID-19 test centre in the state.

Petition calls for investigation into Twitter censorship after hiring of Li Fei-Fei

Chinese dissidents say Twitter accounts deleted after Li joined board of directors

Ex-Pirates infielder Kang banned 1 year by Korean league

The Korean Baseball Organization has suspended ex-Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang for a year and ordered him to perform 300 hours of community service over a series drunk driving cases.

Yogi Adityanath govt says 14-day quarantine for passengers coming from abroad

'Passengers coming from foreign countries will need to give a letter of consent to the effect that they will stay in 14-day quarantine,'UP Home Department said.Domestic flight operations resumed today across the country except in Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal

Former Green leader Andrew Weaver says he would have called election over LNG approval

Former B.C. Green party leader Andrew Weaver wanted to call an election over the NDP’s support for the LNG Canada/Coastal GasLink project, but was outvoted by his two Green colleagues. In a tweet. . .

High Court hears case of unknown 'John Doe' in psychiatric hospital for over 30 years

An elderly man has remained in a psychiatric hospital here for more than 30 years without his true identity having ever been established, the High Court has heard.

Unidentified man has been in Irish psychiatric hospital for 30 years

Efforts to establish John Doe’s true identity or find next of kin have failed, court hears

Is Queen Elizabeth Preparing To Step Down? Is She Handing Over Her Throne?

Is Queen Elizabeth preparing to step down? Is she handing over her throne? Many people are asking this question due to the latest upheaval in the

Omo-Agege, Amaechi, Abe, Peterside mourn Karibi-Whyte

Senate Deputy President Ovie Omo-Agege, Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi,  Senator Magnus Abe and a former Director-General of the Nigerian ...

Northeast Delhi overcomes riot scars to celebrate Eid

Northeast Delhi overcomes riot scars to celebrate Eid. In northeast Delhi, Eid this year is a celebration of a long-time friendship that even stood the test of communal riots for some, while for many, it is shorn of any festivities.

Boris Johnson goes for run with dog as backlash over Dominic Cummings row deepens

The Prime Minister has been spotted out jogging with his pet, Dilyn, around Lambeth Palace, London, after being criticised for backing his lockdown-breaching top aide

Punjab reports 15 new cases, health minister says no community spread

Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu, however, said there was no community spread and in the past too there had been cases where similar cases were reported but an analysis showed that they may have come in contact with positive cases.

France's first transgender mayor vows to wake up village

France's first transgender mayor has vowed to wake up her village in northern France after taking office at the weekend in a step hailed by activists as a breakthrough.

Coronavirus Australia live updates: Sydney school evacuated over virus fears

Parents at two schools in Sydney's east have been told to take their kids home after pupils contracted the coronavirus. 

Housebound Bangladesh celebrates Eid in the shadow of coronavirus

To Muhammad Nuru, Eid-ul-Fitr means buying new clothes for his children and other members of the family and travelling to Munshiganj to celebrate the occasion with their loved ones.

Police investigating deadly trooper-involved shooting on Loop 101

The incident occurred just before 6 a.m. along Loop 101 near Tatum Boulevard.

Kerala man bought snakes to kill wife, police reveal after woman dies of cobra bite

The woman was first bitten by a viper on 2 March at her husband’s home and then again by a cobra within a week.

India's coronavirus death count crosses 4,000

Over the past 24 hours, cases in India jumped by 6,977, the sixth consecutive peak in daily cases. The death toll also rose by 154, a new peak. New cases were reported from 26 states/UTs, compared to 27 a day before.

Dominic Cummings admits to breaking lockdown rules. What happens now?

The crucial question is whether the events of this weekend have permanently sapped public goodwill towards the government.

Elderly woman in West Bengal braves Amphan for 8 hours, survives  

The will to survive can make even an ordinary person stand up to life-threatening dangers and live to tell the tale. An elderly woman from West Bengal’s North 24 Paraganas district is one such person

Democratic leaders say Trump testing strategy is 'to deny the truth' about lack of supplies

Democratic leaders said Monday that President Trump’s strategy for coronavirus testing is to “deny the truth” about the current lack of supplies.

Mink pass coronavirus to humans in the Netherlands

At least two people have caught the coronavirus from mink in the Netherlands, in probably the first mink-to-human transmission cases. The risk of infection outside mink farms is "negligible," Dutch officials said.

Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months

For the first time in more than two months, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made an in-person appearance for Memorial Day.

Covid-19: Situation under control in Delhi, says Kejriwal

Kejriwal said despite the surge in cases in the past few days, hospitals are not stressed and a large number of beds remain unoccupied.Delhi has a recovery rate of approximately 48%

Watch huge crowd flout Covid-19 laws with street corner party in Sparkbrook

Two police officers can be seen trying to break up the gathering under the current lockdown laws in shocking footage

Air China plans to operate 24 international routes in June

China’s flag carrier has added two additional routes to its June schedule, compared to May

Cops crack the case of well murders: A party and a few uninvited guests

Sometime on Wednesday night, nine drugged bodies were dragged to the abandoned well and...

COVID-19: We don’t have money to import food, says Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigeria no longer has money to import food due to the impact of the COVID-19 on the nation’s economy...

COVID-19 reduces developing, advanced countries to same level – Buhari

Our Reporters  The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), said on Sunday that he observed the Eid-el-Fitr prayers at his State House residence because of the raging COVID-19 pandemic...

Twitter Aboil as Donald Trump Retweets Post Dubbing Hillary Clinton 'Skank'

A flurry of explosive tweets copied by POTUS dwelled on a number of prominent Democrats, including  Stacy Abrams, who once ran for Georgia governor, and Trump’s main...

BMTC introduces new fare system

Single trip ticket price ranges from ₹5 to ₹30

BMTC introduces flat bus fare system in Bengaluru to replace daily passes; system aimed at minimising contact during travel

The BMTC's new flat fare system will minimise contact in buses during travel amid the coronavirus pandemic

Netanyahu Hits Back: Exposes Corruption in Police, Judicial System ahead of Trial

Ahead of his arraignment in the first-ever criminal trial of a sitting Israeli premier, the Jewish state’s longest-serving prime minister accuses the left of “stitching together” charges against him after having failed to remove him at the ballot box.

Military continues to boost Hawaii economy during virus

U.S. military spending continues to be a pillar of Hawaii's economy as the Department of Defense has so far proved resistant to the financial impact of the coronavirus.

Governors can not ignore state constitutions to impose COVID-19 restrictions

When the Wisconsin Supreme Court found an extension of Gov. Tony Evers' lockdown unconstitutional, the governor blamed a

Mysterious Pigeon With ‘Coded’ Ring on Foot Nabbed Along Indo-Pak Border in Kashmir

New Delhi (Sputnik): India shares a border with Pakistan in the newly-formed union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Animals or birds crossing the border are often viewed...

Three-day-old baby succumbs to COVID-19 in Chandigarh, state death toll rises to 4

A three-day-old girl died of coronavirus in Chandigarh on Sunday, taking the COVID-19 death toll in the union territory to four, a medical bulletin said. The sample of the child was taken after death

Opposition to form panel soon to draft action plan against Centre

Workers’ rights, deaths due to hunger and negligible relief package to be discussed

In Karnataka, Mandatory Quarantine Is Making A Hole In Fliers' Pocket

The seven-day mandatory intitutional quarantine is proving to be a headache for many of those taking flights to Karnataka after resumption of domestic air-travel.

Government 'quietly starts removing stay at home adverts from websites'

The government messaging changed at the start of May.

Ahmedabad accounts for 96% deaths in Guj

29 deaths in state as tally crosses 14k-mark on Sunday; 279 new cases reported in A’bad district on Sunday, taking tally so far to 10,280

Cop couldn't work for two years after boy, 14, lied about being punched

The officer will now return to work after having his name cleared.

Calls for Cummings to release phone's GPS data to prove where he's been

The data would show exactly where the senior aide has travelled over the last few months.

Fake: Govt has not promised a Rs 5,000 lockdown fund

New Delhi: A WhatsApp forward that promises of free Rs 5,000 in relief funds from the government as a limited time offer is fake.

Fake: Govt has not promised a Rs 5,000 lockdown fund

A WhatsApp forward that promises of free Rs 5,000 in relief funds from the government as a limited time offer is fake.The message redirects to a questionable website with many red flags which is not associated with the government in any way.

Police shoot ‘naked’ getaway driver dead

A man who was possibly being intimate with his girlfriend in a “suspiciously” parked car, was on Saturday night shot dead during a high-speed chase after failing to comply with orders to stop his vehicle.

First there was JobSeeker, then JobKeeper - now it's JobMaker

Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.

PM steps in on vocational education, pushing more federal control

Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.

Ontario pushes back date for expanding social gatherings after spike in COVID-19 cases

Ontario's spike in the number of new COVID-19 cases has prompted the province to delay lifting restrictions on social gathering limits.

Under what conditions can you meet family in lockdown?

Just what are the current rules?

Veterans hospital makes changes after COVID-19 outbreak

The Veterans Affairs Hospital in Portland is making changes after a recent outbreak of coronavirus.

Portland veterans hospital makes changes after COVID-19 outbreak

PORTLAND — The Veterans Affairs Hospital in Portland is making changes after a recent outbreak of coronavirus. A doctor tells KATU News a patient came in for another issue, and...

Report: Naval Base Jihadi Secured U.S. Citizenship Despite Living in Syria

An accused terrorist was able to secure American citizenship through a little-known immigration loophole, a report claims.

J-K: Two terrorists killed by security forces in Kulgam

Two terrorists have been killed in an encounter with the security forces here, Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Kashmir Vijay Kumar informed on Monday.

Two terrorists killed by security forces in Kulgam in Jammu and Kashmir

The encounter broke out between the terrorists and security forces in Manzgam area of Kulgam district

GOP candidate Parnell blasts Pa. governor's 'absolutely absurd' benchmark for full reopening

Pennsylvania Republican candidate Sean Parnell called out Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf Monday on "Fox & Friends," arguing it is "absurd" to believe the state cannot reopen fully until a "foolproof" coronavirus vaccine is available to the public. 

BMRCL gets permission to axe 165 trees for Gottigere-Nagawara line

Preparations are on to resume the BMRCL's major projects amid the pandemic with the Tree Committee permitting the felling of 165 trees for the metro line from Gottigere to Nagavara (Reach 6).

Parenthood: Prince William opens up about raising 3 kids with wife Catherine

He told BBC that when he became a father, traumatic feelings surrounding the death of his mother, Princess Diana, resurfaced.

Welcome, Mr Lockdown Yadav

The parents of a baby born on board the Shramik Special, when the train was in Burhanpur in Madhya Pradesh, on Friday night, have named their son Lockdown Yadav

Would Modi government move towards direct cash transfers?

Merging state and central income support schemes will make Rs 5 lakh crore available to extend basic income to poor households; this will also stop leakages.

Time has come to merge income support schemes with MGNREGA

The legal framework of the MGNREGA scheme does allow this on farms owned by people of SC/ST communities, and on the lands of marginal farmers.

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

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

Tovino Thomas: 'Heard Of Sets Vandalised By Religious Fanatics In North India, Now It’s Happening To Us

A church set built for the film 'Minnal Murali' was demolished by members of the Antharashtra Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal in Kerala's Kalady on Sunday.

Coronavirus Pandemic: Africa mounts a robust response to COVID-19

The jury is still out as to whether the African states will be successful in containing the COVID- 19 pandemic.

Troops eliminate 1,015 insurgents in decisive encounters in North East – Buratai

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, disclosed this on Sunday when he hosted the troops of Operation Lafiya Dole to Eid-El-Fitr luncheon at Military Control and Command Centre in Maiduguri, Borno State.

Nigerian soldiers kill 1,015 insurgents since April - Buratai

The Nigerian Army said it eliminated over 1,015 Boko Haram terrorists in different encounters with the insurgents in the Northeast from April 4 till date.

'It is not a rule, it is guidance': Tony Holohan says two-metre social distancing is not 'hard and fast law'

Concerns have been raised about the impact the measures will have on businesses as the country re-opens.

Carville: 'American People Are Turning' on Trump by the Day -- 'Joe Biden Is Fine'

Sunday on MSNBC's "Kasie DC," Democratic strategist James Carville weighed in on the 2020 presidential election following Democratic presidential nominee frontrunner former Vice President Joe Biden catching flak this week for telling African-American President Donald Trump voters that they "ain't black." | Clips

Italy to recruit army of 60,000 volunteers to enforce social distancing rules

Italy wants to recruit an army of 60,000 volunteers to help enforce social distancing rules, amid fears that a second wave of infections could be looming. The volunteers would not have any policing powers but would patrol piazzas, parks, playgrounds, markets, bar areas and beaches, asking people not

Court throws out case challenging 1995 polls results

After the October 29, 1995 Gen-eral Election was held, the High Court, on November 2, heard a petition filed by 10 opposition parties. Judge Luhekelo Kyando, who heard the petition, told the court

'I spit on your face': Arrest Alka Lamba trends after Congress leader calls PM Modi and UP CM Yogi 'impotent'

COVID-19: 69 new cases in Karnataka, death toll increases to 43

A 55-year-old woman from Bengaluru Rural became the 43rd COVID-19 casualty in Karnataka as the state reported 69 new cases of coronavirus, taking the total number of infections to 2,158.

'Indians soar in the skies again,' tweets aviation minister Hardeep Singh Puri

All health protocols were being followed by officials for both the arriving as well as departing air passengers.International commercial passenger flight services remain suspended in India

JD(U) MLA reply to migrant’s job query: ‘Why couldn’t your father give one’

Leader of Opposition in Bihar Assembly Tejashwi Prasad Yadav termed the JD (U) MLA's statement "insensitive".

‘Ask your father’: JD(U) MLA, questioned over lack of job opportunities, loses cool at quarantine centre in Bihar – Watch Video

Randhir Kumar Soni, JD(U) MLA from Sheikhpura, lost his cool when questioned by migrant workers at a quarantine centre in Chandi village of Sheikhpura.

Furious Durham residents say it's a 'farce' Dominic Cummings hasn't been sacked

Boris Johnson has backed Dominic Cummings despite calls from within his own party for him to be sacked in the row over his alleged multiple breaches of lockdown in April

Meghan Markle was 'convinced there was conspiracy against her' and 'wanted out'

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry moved to Windsor after their royal wedding, but a friend has claimed the Duchess felt like an "outside" and struggled being so far away from her friends

Maduro Defends Iran & Venezuela’s Right to 'Trade Freely', Thanks Tehran for Help Amid US Sanctions

The first Iranian tanker carrying gasoline and the components to produce it from oil arrived in the Bolivarian Republic on 24 May, despite the two countries' concerns...

Interim victims' commissioner will consider his 'situation' over damaging leak

The Interim Victims' Commissioner said he will consider his "situation" if he is found to be culpable for a major data breach which led to hundreds of victims of historical institutional abuse having their identities exposed.

'Dominic Cummings should be ashamed - I missed my brother's funeral in lockdown'

Diane Nowell, who couldn't visit or comfort her heartbroken parents due to the Government's rules, says the "Dominic Cummingses" of the world "can flout the rules because they make the rules"

Montenegro becomes Europe's first coronavirus-free state, PM says

PODGORICA (Reuters) - Montenegro’s prime minister on Monday declared the country coronavirus-free - a move vital for its Adriatic tourism industry coming 69 days after it reported its first case and after 20 without a new one.

China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan

All of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas.

Governor charge Muslims to imbibe lessons of Ramadan

Some governors have tasked Muslims to learn and imbibe lessons of the Ramadan, while others, alongside the Emir of Ilorin, preach peace.

Modi 2.0 Anniversary: From MH-60 Romeo Helicopters To R-27 Missiles, Major Defence Deals Inked By NDA Govt In Last 1 Year

Since romping home to power for a second successive term on May 30, 2019 post a landslide win in the General Elections, the PM Modi-led NDA govt better known as ‘Modi 2.0’, has inked some major game changing defence deals to equip, modernize and bolster the armory and arsenal of the armed forces.

Need More Women Peacekeepers In UN, Says Indian Commander

Efforts must be made to significantly increase the number of uniformed women personnel in the UN peacekeeping missions, an Indian woman commander stationed in Congo has said, underlining that they serve as role models for girls and women everywhere.

Number of uniformed women personnel in UN peacekeeping must be raised: Indian commander

Efforts must be made to significantly increase the number of uniformed women personnel in the UN peacekeeping missions, an Indian woman commander stationed in Congo has said, underlining that they

Lockdown 4.0: After Fresh Spike in Cases, Ghaziabad to Seal Border With Delhi Once Again

In a statement today, the district administration said that those providing essential services won't need passes and their IDs will be sufficient.

Coronavirus sneaks into US pasta factory, 24 workers test positive

The Spokesman-Review reported that Philadelphia Macaroni Company Inc. said in a statement Friday that 72 workers were tested for COVID-19 and 24 were positive

Ontario reports 404 new COVID-19 cases, 29 more deaths

TORONTO — Ontario is reporting 404 new cases of COVID-19 today, and 29 more deaths. That brings the total in the province to 25,904, including 2,102 deaths and 19,698 resolved cases. The new cases represent an increase of 1.

NGT appoints committee to investigate Manali gas leak

Wants panel to find out whether emission standard of ammonia in the plant was within the limits

COVID-19: Qatar reports 3 more deaths, 1,751 new cases

Death toll has risen to 26 as total cases reach 45,439

'Dominic Cummings spits in the face of all our efforts, the whole NHS': Doctor says he will QUIT if PM's aide does not go as another medic says she wouldn't have 'dreamed of travelling the length of country to sort out some child care'

Dominic Pimenta told Good Morning Britain that he's ready to resign if Cummings stays in his position as the top Government aide after travelling from London to Durham in lockdown.

Egypt and Greece discuss Libya's evolving situation

They discussed ways to develop efforts to halt the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic and ease its medical, economic, and social impacts.

Welcome to Puerto Rico, now line up for your coronavirus screening | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico >> Known for its world-class beaches, laid-back vibe and status as a natural-disaster magnet, Puerto Rico is hoping to make another name for itself: innovator in pandemic travel.

We deserve a better deal: All India Radio RJs unpaid since lockdown, Prasar Bharati not yielding

India News: Despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s repeated appeals besides letters from the finance and labour ministries to not fire employees or cut their wage

Coronavirus in South Africa: President Ramaphosa warns outbreak will get worse

Lockdown measures to be further eased from start of June despite surge in cases

Elderly lawyer dies of Covid-19, JK toll rises to 22

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Jammu lawyer, 63, dies of Covid-19, J&K toll rises to 22

The death toll due to the novel coronavirus in J&K has gone up to 22 after a sexagenarian lawyer died at a hospital in Jammu, officials said on

Assam: Five men allegedly beat vegetable vendor to death in Kamrup district

Two of the five have been arrested, while the rest are absconding.

As flights resume, passengers settle into new normal despite cancellations

All major airlines such as IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Air Asia and others operated 30% of their regular schedules between destinations, strictly adhering to the safety protocols set by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

Lorraine Kelly asks if Brits can appeal lockdown fines amid Dominic Cummings scandal

Dominic Cummings broke lockdown rules to drive to his parents' home

Passenger air services to NE resume

 GUWAHATI: Commercial passenger air services to the Northeast resumed along with rest of the country on Monday, with LGBI Airport here being gateway to the region, handling eight flights (arrivals and departures), official reports stated.However

Joey Jones: 'Shame on' the New York Times for 'cheap' op-ed on US military and white supremacy

U.S. Marine veteran Johnny "Joey" Jones blasted The New York Times for publishing an editorial on Memorial Day weekend that claims the U.S. military celebrates white supremacy.

British Flairjet to pay N1 million penalty for Nigeria's airport violation - Official

FlairJet, a British private charter company, which is also an affiliate of Flexjet, is to pay N1 million for violating COVID-19 airport directives in Nigeria.

Virtual courts cannot replace open court hearing: Justice Chandrachud

India News: NEW DELHI: Supreme Court Judge and e-committee chairman Justice D Y Chandrachud on Sunday said virtual courts cannot replace open court hearings as it.

Mumbai man held for threat to Yogi: Police

After his arrest, the accused was taken to the Kalachowkie unit of the Mumbai Anti-Terrorist Squad. he confessed to the crime, said a police officer. The Mumbai police later handed over his custody to its UP counterparts.

Patient escapes SVP, returns after testing +ve

Ellisbridge cops file complaint against Sarkhej resident for endangering lives; SVP submits report to higher-ups

Covid-19 pandemic open doors for 4-day workweek

After quashing coronavairus outbreak in less than 50 days, Ardern floated the idea of having a four-day workweek which has been implemented in some countries.There are different models for the shortened week, some of which envision the same output condensed into fewer hours

How Pakistan’s anti-India rant in OIC was vetoed by UAE with Saudi support

According to sources, Pakistans move was backed by Turkey as part of Ankara's strategy to oppose Saudi-UAE dominance in the OIC.

Trump threatens to withdraw US membership from the World Health Organisation within a month

Government and Politics » US President Donald Trump has threatened to withdraw his country's membership permanently from the World Health Organization and cut its funding unless

7.2 lakh migrants have left so far, claims state govt data

Data does not take into account people leaving on foot or by private vehicles

Factbox: EU recovery fund - the battle lines

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission will issue on Wednesday a new proposal for a long-term European Union budget and a coronavirus recovery fund to help economies in the bloc rebound from recession.

Covid-19: Will stimulus package work – Hits and misses

In the Covid-19 stimulus package, five pillars of Atmanirbhar Bharat were stressed upon: economy, infrastructure, tech-driven system, vibrant demography and demand.

Rwanda has enlisted anti-epidemic robots in its fight against coronavirus

Rwanda has introduced robots as part of its fight against coronavirus.

Telangana SSC timetable released; exam to be conducted from June 8 to July 5

The state government has already decided to promote students from class 1 to 9 without any exam this year.

Chicago Mayor Launches Police Raid to Stop Black Church’s Sunday Services

On Sunday, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot mounted a raid on a black church for holding services in defiance of her coronavirus lockdown orders.

Three Cases Of Covid-19 Confirmed In Kisumu County – Governor Nyong’o

Three cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) have been confirmed in Kisumu County, Governor Peter Anyang Nyong'o said on Monday.In a statement to newsrooms, the county boss said that the three

Kisumu Confirms 3 Covid-19 Cases - Nyong'o

Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o confirmed the county registered three positive Covid-19 cases...

Jharkhand to begin evaluation of Class 10, 12 answer sheets from 28 May; teachers to follow social distancing norms, use masks and sanitisers

The evaluation of matriculation and intermediate examination answer sheets in Jharkhand will begin from 28 May, the Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) decided in accordance with instructions by the state education department

Utah climber rescued from remote cliff after hitting head, losing consciousness in fall

A Utah climber who fell and cracked his head while scaling a cliff by himself on Sunday was rescued after he regained consciousness and nearby campers heard his cries for help, authorities said.

Varadkar has picnic with friends despite senior official discouraging public from doing so last week

TAOISEACH Leo Varadkar has been pictured eating with friends in the Phoenix Park despite a senior official in his department discouraging people from having picnics just last week.

Taoiseach has picnic with friends despite senior official discouraging public from doing so last week

TAOISEACH Leo Varadkar has been pictured eating with friends in the Phoenix Park despite a senior official in his department discouraging people from having picnics just last week.

Russia seeks 18-year jail term for ex-U.S. Marine accused of spying -Ifax

MOSCOW — Russian prosecutors asked a court on Monday to sentence former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan to 18 years in prison on charges of espionage, the Interfax news agency reported.

TN govt implements strict guidelines for air passengers

As the flight operations resumed in Chennai today after two months, the guidelines issued by the government said all domestic air travellers coming into Tamilnadu should register themselves in TNePass portal and (if asymptomatic) should undergo 14 day home quarantine. Continue Reading →

Coronavirus: Invest in health to end pandemic - WHO charges world leaders

As the world faces the challenges of coronavirus crisis, the World Health Organisation says 106,000 cases were reported on Tuesday, May 19 - the most in a day.

'From Hero to Zero': Piers Morgan Claims Boris Johnson 'Done' in Tense Row Over 'Hypocrite' Cummings

The outspoken GMB host believes that by defending the top Downing Street policy adviser, notably behind the set of COVID containment rules, the prime minister is...

Pakistan using its ties in Turkey, Qatar to arrange funding for Zakir Naik

India’s relationship with Turkey has been declining over a few years

2 new containment zones in Capital, 41 zones de-contained

With the addition of Hari Nagar and Rani Bagh, the number of containment zones in Delhi have gone up to 87 while 41 zones have been de-contained. Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain on Sunday said that the Delhi Government has barricaded the containment zones and no relaxation has been given in

Pakistan plane crash: Police officer who saved others until he fell unconscious earns praise online

Sindh Police official reportedly fainted from inhaling CO2 and was admitted to a hospital

New Orleans: Concern over coronavirus in Hispanic community

New Orleans officials are sounding the alarm after data from neighborhood testing showed that the city's Hispanic community is being disproportionately infected with the coronavirus.

Johnson faces perception problem over Cummings affair

The problem Boris Johnson faces over the Dominic Cummings affair right now is a problem of perception. Is there one set of rules for the ruling elite, and another for everyone else?

Thirty six more detected Covid-19 positive in C’garh

Chhattisgarh continued to see a spike in the number of coronavirus cases on Sunday, with 36 more patients detected across the state. "With the 36, the tally of active cases in the state increased to 185. Three patients have been discharged after recovery," a press release from the Health

A rare two-faced cat named Biscuits and Gravy was born in Oregon

Biscuits and Gravy, or Biscuit for short, eats and breathes from two separate mouths and noses. It's known as a Janus cat, after the Roman god.

Three deaths, 1193 recoveries and 1751 new Covid-19 cases in Qatar on May 25

Ministry of Public Health today announced  1751 new confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) and 1193 new recoveries in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of recovered people in Qatar to 10363. The Ministry today also reported 3 deaths due to the virus.

Retirees petition CBN over agreement breaches, seek pensions review

CBN pensioners have petitioned the CBN Governor, Emefiele, over what they described as breaches of agreements for upward review of pensions

With over 1.38 lakh cases, India now among top 10 worst-hit countries

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Violation of multiple SoPs led to fatal PIA plane crash

Pilot was way beyond safe landing speed and altitude as close as 4 nautical miles

Protests in Berlin over government's lockdown response

Experts say that the demonstrations come from a variety of different political camps united by a shared distrust in the state

India needs comprehensive law on coronavirus to replace maze of piecemeal guidelines, clarifications; UK, Singapore offer examples

In the absence of a comprehensive legislation dealing with coronavirus, litigants are flocking to courts across the country seeking clarity and protection as a result of these unprecedented circumstances.

Atwoli: I’ve no grudge against DP Ruto

Cotu boss says DP is to blame for the woes he is facing in Jubilee.

This Is My Problem With DP Ruto – COTU Boss Atwoli

Central Organization of Trade Union (COTU) boss Francis Atwoli has indicated that he has no personal differences with the Deputy President William Ruto despite being his harsh critic.Speaking at a

COVID-19: Four Indian returnees from Kuwait to Telangana test positive

163 evacuees from Kuwait had reached Hyderabad by a special Air India flight on May 10

Knifeman on the loose after man, 20, stabbed in shoulder on Small Heath street

A man in his 20s was knifed in Kenelm Road, Small Heath just after 3.10am on Sunday morning, May 24

UK to Explore Self Sufficiency to End Reliance on China

The British government will make plans to reduce the United Kingdom's reliance on imports from foreign countries like China.

Indian Armed Forces Eliminate Top LeT Commander, Another Terrorist In Major Anti-Terror Success

The LeT commander was active in the Valley for several years and had been involved in several terror activities

Xi Jinping to Coronavirus Origin Province: Fix 'Weak Links' in Public Health

Chinese dictator Xi Jinping once again made public remarks admitting major shortcomings in Communist Party public health management.

Allow higher workforce for factories in green, amber zones to meet rising demand: Parle Products

Restrictions on number of workers in factories located in green and amber zones, specially for food products companies, need to be relaxed as meeting demand will become difficult and can lead to scarcity, according to a senior official of biscuits major Parle Products.

World coronavirus dispatch: US bans travel from Brazil; commerce allowed

From Eid celebrations in the shadow of pandemic, to nightclubs opening in China, and the story behind NYT's May 24 front page - read these and more in today's world dispatch

Liberia: Suspect, 40, Goes “Missing” In Magistrate’s Custody

Ganta, Nimba County – A 40-year-old man has reportedly gone missing while in detention at the Duo Magisterial Court presided over by Magistrate Victoria Gbalazeh.  By Franklin Doloquee/Nimba County 0775010549/0886696939 Duo is a town in electoral district 8 of Nimba County. Suspect Prince Zogbaye’s complaint was taken to Magistrate Gbalazeh by a 14-year-old boy. According […]

Buhari Nullifies Appointment Approved By Late Abba Kyari

President Muhammadu Buhari may have directed his new Chief of Staff, Professor Ibrahim Gambari to cancel all appointments and approvals made by the late Chief of staff Abba Kyari without his permission, The Guardian report claims. According to the report released by the Guardian Newspaper, no reason was given for the President’s action, however, reports […]

New York reports lowest deaths in weeks

The daily death tally was 84 after a peak of 799 on April 8

Use pandemic to stop brain drain, MPs told, as payments for CERB top $40 billion

OTTAWA — The federal government should use the COVID-19 pandemic to reverse a brain drain of top tech talent south of the border, a House of Commons committee heard Monday, alongside warnings that . . .

Jubilee purge: Ruto's supporters anxious

Uhuru aims to take effective control of both the party and Parliament.

City lawyer sends notice to civil aviation minister

Says airlines flouting norms by retaining the amount paid for tickets cancelled due to lockdown; notice says airlines sitting on passengers’ money and earning i

Rwanda becomes first African country to unfold new Paris agreement climate plan

Despite being one of the poorest countries in the world, and contributing hardly anything to the current climate crisis, Rwanda has become one of the first countries to submit a new national climate plan, which will strengthen global efforts to tackle climate change ahead of the 16th Conference of Parties (COP26).

Furious Ruth Langsford reveals she confronted a ‘hairy-armed’ man who broke social distancing rules in the supermarket

RUTH Langsford has revealed she confronted a “hairy-armed” man who broke social distancing rules in the supermarket. The 60-year-old was left furious when the stranger leaned over her t…

No parent will be forced to send a child to school in level 3

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reassured parents they will not be forced to send their children back to school when on-site learning resumes for grade 7 and 12 pupils on 1 June.

Lockdown Level 3: No parent will be forced to send their child to school, reassures Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says strict control measures would be implemented at schools to ensure the safety of pupils and teachers amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Eid-el-Fitr: Govs ask for more prayers against COVID-19

Governors Aminu Tambuwal, Darius Ishaku, Mai Mala Buni, Bello Matawalle, Abdullahi Ganduje, Ahmadu Fintiri and Samuel Ortom of

Uthra’s house witnesses dramatic scenes

Sooraj is brought to victim’s house for evidence collection

AU @57 declaration: ‘No-one is blameless’ in Libya tragedy – AUC chair

The AU continues to be more involved in helping solve the Libyan crisis.

Visitors could be turned away from the Wrekin as traffic chaos continues

Visitors could be turned away from the Wrekin as the council seeks to manage the chaotic traffic seen in recent weeks.

Covid-19 deaths rise to 514 in Northern Ireland

The number of people who have died after testing positive for coronavirus in Northern Ireland has risen to 514 after eight more deaths were reported by the Department of Health.

South Korean clubs will use QR codes to log visitors amid coronavirus

South Korea will now require places like nightclubs and bars to use QR codes to log customers’ visits as part of its coronavirus contact tracing efforts. Starting next month, those types of

Gary Lineker launches Twitter attack on Dominic Cummings despite BBC colleague Simon McCoy slamming him for 'abusing his position' and breaking impartiality by accusing PM of lying

The news anchor slammed the sports pundit after Lineker sounded off about Boris Johnson's coronavirus briefing last night as the PM defended his top aide in Downing Street.

Prime Minister is ‘taking the public for fools’ with ‘farcical’ defence of Dominic Cummings, says Ian Blackford

Boris Johnson is under increasing pressure to sack Dominic Cummings today, with the SNP accusing the prime minister of "taking the public for fools".

Former US Rep. Allen West out of hospital after Texas crash

WACO, Texas (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Allen West of Florida was released from a Texas hospital Monday after suffering a concussion, several fractured bones and cuts in a motorcycle...

Lack of permission to operate special chartered flights hurts seafarers’ job prospects

Lack of government permission by Monday to a ship management company to run a chartered flight on May 28 to Colombo, will kill the employment chances of some 150 Indian seafarers on board five ships.T

Trust to take over special school

An academy trust hopes to turn a special school around after it was rated inadequate by Ofsted and ordered to become an academy.

Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins fume at Dominic Cummings

They addressed the scandal on today's show.

Google Removes QAnon Apps From Play Store for Violating Terms

Google last week removed three apps related to the QAnon conspiracy theory from its Play Store digital marketplace. From a report: The apps -- called QMAP, Q Alerts! and Q Alerts LITE -- were taken down for violating Google's policies against "harmful information," the company said. The removal was ...

Islamic Call to Prayer Broadcast on Loudspeakers in Great Britain

Mosques across the UK could begin daily broadcasts of the call to prayer through loudspeakers after they were given permission during Ramadan

Stolen truck runs out of fuel

Police recovered a stolen truck after the thief ran out of fuel up a forest service road east of Vernon.

Donald Trump Creates ‘#YouAin’tBlack’ Merchandise Following Joe Biden’s Charlamagne Tha God Interview

In case you missed it, earlier this weekend, Joe Biden and Charlamagne Tha God had a short interview for The Breakfast Club in which the two talked

Prince Charles reached out to Sinn Féin leader after COVID-19 diagnosis

Prince Charles was among those to contact Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald and wish her well in her battle against the dread coronavirus disease. In an interview with the Sunday Independent, McDonald revealed she had heard from the prince weeks after recovering from a "horrible" bout of COVID-19. 

GoI extends validity of vehicle documents till July 31

NEW DELHI: The Government on Sunday said it has extended the validity of various motor vehicles related documents till July 31. No additional or late fee will be charged for delays in validation of documents pending from February 1, it said. “In order to facilitate citizens during COVID–19, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) […]

Coronavirus impact: Government extends validity of vehicle documents till July 31

The government has extended the validity of all official documents till July 31 and this includes the driver’s licence, vehicle registration, permits, certificates and insurance.

If we can’t go to church now, then don’t use churches for elections, ACDP leader tells ANC

Reverend Kenneth Meshoe hit out at the governing party, saying it had a long track record of using churches to campaign during the elections.

5-year-old flies home alone, mother receives him at Bangalore airport

Vivan Sharma went on a small holiday to Delhi to visit his grandparents in February.The child's mother who came to receive her son said, 'My 5-year-old son has travelled alone from Delhi. He has come back to Bengaluru after 3 months'

Coronavirus in Tamil Nadu: COVID-19 cases in Chennai crosses 10,000 mark

The tally of COVID-19 patients in Chennai crossed 10,000 on Sunday. With this the capital city accounts for nearly 60% of the Tamil Nadu’s tally of 16,277 cases.

Okowa not chairman NEC sub-committee on COVID-19 economic growth – DTSG

Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, has debunked media reports that the governor has been appointed

Reports of my appointment to lead COVID-19 growth C’ttee is misinformation – Okowa

GOVERNOR Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, Monday debunked media reports that he has been appointed by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo t

Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing

The timing of his outing, as the nation approached a milestone in deaths from the pandemic, sparked widespread criticism in the media, with commentators recalling Donald Trump's own past attacks on Barack Obama for playing the game during the 2014 Ebola outbreak.

Eden-Monaro byelection date set for July 4

Speaker Tony Smith will issue the writs on Thursday for what will be a five-and-a-half-week campaign.

Eden-Monaro byelection set for July 4, coronavirus measures play role in date selection

The date was chosen in part to allow enough time for school polling booths to be sanitised due to the coronavirus.

Lobbyists Zoom in to get their message across to Ministers

Virtual meetings set to become the norm as Covid-19 restricts face-to-face contact

Watch: Jhansi Police Distributes Toys To Kids Of Migrant Workers, Health Minister Lauds the Sweet Gesture

Jhansi Police on Sunday distributed toys among the children of migrant workers at the Uttar Pradesh –Madhya Pradesh border

Watch: Jhansi Police Distributes Toys To Children Of Migrant Workers At MP-UP Border

In a heartwarming gesture, Jhansi Police distributed toys among the children of migrant workers on their way to their hometowns with their parents, reports Hindustan Times.

The five brave Sullivan brothers who died in WWII serving the US Navy

The Irish American Sullivan brothers, all killed aboard the USS Juneau during WWII, became the first multiple-person namesake of a ship in US Naval history.

Can Ottawa dodge the postpandemic money trap?

The idea that Ottawa might take on a specific, permanent responsibility for funding long-term care would mean permanent increases in spending

Business stands behind government efforts to ease restrictions 

Organised business says economic recovery will require innovation and swift action.

Apple is reopening some of its Japanese Apple Stores this week

After months of closures because of the coronavirus pandemic, some Apple Stores in Japan will reopen this week.

Paatal Lok: BJP MLA files complaint against Anushka Sharma for using his photo without permission

The MLA demanded that a case be filed against her under the National Security Act for causing communal disharmony, and sought a ban on the ‘anti-national’ show.

COVID-19 pandemic unites Canadians like no other event in recent history: study

Researchers from McGill University and the University of Toronto have found that Canadians of all political beliefs understand the severity of the virus and the importance of working to limit its spread.

Man fined for beating up ‘cheating’ wife

A Hwange man who suspected that his wife was cheating on him beat her up after he saw a text message allegedly coming from a boyfriend.

Man arrested after busting cheating wife

Man arrested after busting cheating wife during Covid-19 induced lockdown. The incident happened in Hwange last week on Tuesday.

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.

PICS | One dead, three seriously injured as building wall collapses in KZN

One person has died after a building wall collapsed in the Inanda area, north of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal paramedics say.

Shinzo Abe's approval rating slides amid coronavirus, prosecution scandal

May 25 (UPI) -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's approval rating has dipped by double digits in the wake of his administration's response to the global coronavirus pandemic.

Private hospitals’ group asks Duterte to replace Duque as health chief

The Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines says PhilHealth, which is chaired by Francisco Duque III, has given hospitals the runaround when it comes to reimbursements

AUD/USD snaps two-day losing streak to extend recovery above 0.6500

AUD/USD remains modestly positive around 0.6540/45, up 0.11% on a day, amid the Asian session on Monday. Although the US-China tension keeps Aussie bu

Woman suffered internal bleeding after wrong pills given

A senior pharmacist who prescribed the wrong medication to a customer causing her internal bleeding sought to cover up the incident and blame it on...

Woman suffers internal bleeding after pharmacist gives wrong medication

A senior pharmacist who gave the wrong medication to a customer, causing her internal bleeding, doctored records then tried to blame a colleague...

BREAKING: WHO Suspends Trial Of Hydroxychloroquine As COVID-19 Treatment Over Safety Concerns

Hydroxycholoroquine has been touted by United States President, Donald Trump, and others as a possible treatment for the disease.

Zimbabwe opposition leader blasts African electoral systems

OPPOSITION MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa has slammed Africa’s electoral system as a “big circus if not an embarrassment to the continent”, hence the recurrence of disputed polls.

Chamisa claims Africa's electoral system is a big circus

OPPOSITION MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa has slammed Africa's electoral system as a "big circus if not an embarrassment to the continent", hence the recurr...

Covid-19: Why widespread use of Aarogya Setu needed

Accurate and timely data might be our best bet in the battle against this pandemic. As a next step, India could tie the app to a secure and centralised database that includes end-to-end analysis of potentially infected people—from early symptoms to recovery. Also, to increase adoption, we can increase the number of languages the app caters to.

After the Rapid Decline in Corona Cases, Japan removed National Emergency, Shinzo Abe Announced -

The Japanese government has removed the national emergency from the country after the Corona virus control showed better results. Prime

Fire safety concerns over restaurant’s licence bid at meeting this week

Licensing bosses are set to review an application for a restaurant and bar in a city centre, after postponing the matter earlier this month.

Lisa Boothe: How can Biden staffers run presidential campaign 'when they can't even run a virtual rally?'

Fox News contributor Lisa Boothe told "The Next Revolution" Sunday that the new digital effort likely to be a vital part of the 2020 race will "certainly benefit" the Trump campaign as Joe Biden trails the president's team on the online battleground.

Japan cautiously lifts last of virus emergency controls

The government’s decision to lift the declaration highlights its strong desire to revive the nation’s faltering economy as quickly as possible.

Mum whose son died in lockdown blasts PM's defence of Cummings as 'offensive'

Louise Bennett, whose son Fred, 14, caught coronavirus during treatment for leukaemia, says Dominic Cummings' reasons for travelling from London to Durham "were not extraordinary circumstances" and his excuse "does not cut it"

Frontline coronavirus doctor threatens to quit unless Dominic Cummings resigns saying ‘He’s not done his bit’

A FRONTLINE coronavirus doctor has today threatened to quit unless Dominic Cummings resigns. Dr Dominic Pimenta said the Downing Street aide had “not done his bit” after it was claimed …

Beyond the shoddy response to coronavirus

particularly with the shoddy response to the coronavirus event, and the lack of leadership shown in prepping Nigerians for its effects.

Aww, The Queen Noted That Archie Has Prince Harry's Red Hair During a Video Call

Apparently, Archie "is active and pulling himself up on everything with a great determination to walk." 😍

Smiling Czechs ditch masks and return to restaurants and schools

PRAGUE (Reuters) - Smiles were visible again as Czechs ventured out without masks on Monday and returned to restaurants and schools after some of their country’s last coronavirus restrictions were lifted.

Fiscal reforms: State's borrowing to be difficult

With more stipulations to adopt several reforms, it seems to be difficult for the State Government to opt for additional market borrowing in midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. While the State Government has been undertaking several reforms on continuous basis, asking the State during Covid-19

'You can drink, but you can't smoke,' Cyril Ramaphosa tells South Africans as lockdown is relaxed

South Africans will be allowed to buy and sell alcoholic beverages on June 1 after a ban on liquor that lasted more than 60 days.

On this day: Oscar Wilde faces trial for homosexuality

On May 25, 1895, Oscar Wilde was convicted of gross indecency and sentenced to two years of hard labor. We look below at the injustice of his conviction and how it would finally come to be pardoned. Oscar Wilde, faced with 25 counts of 'gross indecency' for homosexual acts, began his trial on April 26, 1895.

Coronavirus: Russia remains in lockdown as cases top 350,000

Russia's deaths-to-infections ratio is far lower than in other countries. Doctors and activists say the number of fatalities is much higher.

Park and abide

BUSHMILLS, United Kingdom (AFP) — In a windswept Northern Ireland car park a fleet ...

COVID situation in Delhi under control, says Kejriwal as govt readies more beds across private hospitals

The chief minister also said that the government is pushing to add 2,000 more beds across private hospitals as 75% of the beds earmarked for Covid-19 patients have already been occupied. He said that 509 out of 667 beds across private hospitals have been occupied so far.

BJP Karnataka comes full circle, blames Nehru for 2020 migrant crisis

Arizona child care centers struggle to survive during virus

Less than a third of Arizona’s preschools and child care centers remain open as the industry struggles with the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one

About 2.4 lakh 'Tirupati laddus' of the hill shrine of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala near here were sold on the first day of sales at subsidised price in headquarters of 12 districts in Andhra Pradesh on Monday, a temple official said.

2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one

Observing all COVID-19 guidelines in the presence of local government machinery, the devotees queued up at TTD marriage halls and TTD Information Centres for the sacred prasadam.

Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD mildly heavy below $1,750, looks to US-China tension for clues

Gold prices drop to $1,731, print 0.20% loss, intraday low of $1,730.37, by the press time of Tokyo open on Monday.

Italy proposes 60,000 volunteers for post-virus vigilance

Some of these potential volunteers have already 'helped deliver groceries or medicines to those who could not leave their homes during the crisis,' says Bari City Mayor Decaro

Iowa sees Sunday surge of COVID-19 deaths, confirmed cases

Iowa saw a surge of COVID-19 deaths and coronavirus cases over a 36-hour period, with 10 additional deaths and 436 new cases confirmed by midday Monday.

The equidistance principle in politics

The BJP has transformed the equidistance principle into a canon and covenant in politics.

Bizarre moment man uses cabbage leaf as facemask during interview about murdered girl

The man in Peniche, Portugal wore a makeshift face mask to 'protect' against coronavirus as he was interviewed about his neighbours' arrest after Valentina Fonseca was found dead

Gurdwara attacked in UK hate-crime, thousands of pounds worth damage caused

Labour MP Preet Kaur Gill regretted the incident: “Very sad to see an attack on any place of worship. Thoughts are with the Derby sangat who have been providing 500 meals a day from Guru Arjan Dev Gurdwara”.

Gurdwara attacked in UK hate crime; damage worth thousands of pounds on premises

Amid demands to arrest accused, who was caught on CCTV, gurdwara management says no one was injured in the incident and the clean-up process has begun

Tipplers throng outlets as liquor sales resume in Puducherry after two months

Directions to the booze-lovers included strict adherence to social distancing. Markings were made on the road close to the shop to ensure that the people observed physical distancing.

5 killed in Somalia roadside blast

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.

KP chief secretary tests positive for coronavirus

"Dr Kazim Niaz has been working day and night against the coronavirus outbreak," says KP CM Mahmood Khan.

What social distancing? Prisoners gather inside Aurangabad Central Jail for namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr

Social distancing norms went for a toss after many prisoners gathered inside Aurangabad Central Jail for namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. A video of the same has gone viral on social media.

WWII veteran beats COVID-19, honored on 100th birthday

An Army Air Corps veteran who survived WWII has now beaten the coronavirus after being "in the fight of his life," according to a report on Friday. 

Girl claims gangrape inside ICU at Bilaspur hospital, accuses ward boys as culprits

New Delhi: A teenaged first-year graduate student, admitted at an ICU of a private nursing home in Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, left the state police baffled after she alleged gangrape by ward boys of the hospital, through a hand-written note. The victim’s father approached the Civil Line police station in Bilaspur after which the police […]

JobKeeper to be reviewed – but Treasurer rules out expansion

The Treasurer has hinted there might be more support for the tourism sector after a $60 billion accounting error in JobKeeper payments was uncovered.

Joe Biden -- the perverted Magic Eight Ball that is always wrong

As President Trump has been saying for years now,

New Zealand PM calm as earthquake strikes during live TV interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview. During the interview with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview.

Man being searched in connection with burglary at Black Country hairdressers

Police are searching for this man in connection with a burglary at a Black Country hairdressers.

9 bodies found in Warangal well: To hide one murder, Bihar man kills entire family, 3 others

Police is investigating how Sanjay could purchase 50-60 sleeping pills from a pharmacy in Hanamkonda, Warangal.

Police investigating assault with intent to rape as woman, 25, fights off man in Fife park

A woman fought off a potential rapist in a Fife park at the weekend.

Police launch manhunt after attempted rape of woman in Dunfermline park

A woman was followed by the man before he pushed her to the ground.

Prince Harry 'drove decision' to quit as senior royals

The 35-year-old royal and his wife Duchess Meghan stepped back as senior royals earlier this year and moved to America to carve out a new life as philanthropists.

Uttarakhand BJP releases ‘Modi Aarti’, party MLA says will erect PM Modi statue too

Amid coronavirus outbreak, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) functionaries in Uttarakhand have come up with ‘Modi Aarti’ in praise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

COVID-19 cases rise to 183 in Ogun State

The state’s governor, Dapo Abiodun, stated this while briefing the press on the activities of the government to curb further spread of the pandemic. He said that on one single day, there was a record of 25 new cases.

Wife, children kill Ludhiana man after he attempts to rape stepdaughter, booked for murder

A woman in Ludhiana killed her husband with help from her children after he re-attempted to rape his 15-year-old stepdaughter.

AfDB: U.S. govt demands fresh probe into allegations against Adesina

President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, still has another big hurdle to cross in his bid for re-election into office.

Afghan man on cycle, pedals 'door-to-door' to fight Covid-19

News News: JALALABAD: Afghan cyclist Idrees Syawash is determined to help curb the spread of the coronavirus so he pedals across rural areas encouraging people t.

Sorrow for new Afghan parents after hospital attack

Zia Gul gave birth to her daughter just an hour after escaping from gunmen who rampaged through a Kabul maternity ward, and now struggles to reconcile motherhood with the trauma of the attack.

FG vows to sack any government worker who leaks official documents

The federal government has warned that any public officers found leaking official state documents will be sacked. The warning was issued in a recent circular.

CM condoles death of pulmonologist Dr JN Pande

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday condoled the demise of former AIIMS faculty Dr JN Pande who died of coronavirus on Saturday. Dr Pande had tested positive for Covid-19 earlier this week, died at his residence on Saturday at the age of 79. "Heartfelt condolences to Dr Pande's family.

GUJCET 2020 admit card to be released 10 days before test, check at gseb.org; exams to be held on 31 July

Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) will release GUJCET 2020 admit card 10 days before the exam date.

FIR against Alka Lamba over Unnao rape case tweet

Aishwarya Sengar, daughter of former MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, who is in Delhi's Tihar Jail in the Unnao rape case, has lodged an FIR against Congress.

Tributes to Irish teen pour in as three charged with his murder in Australia

Cian English (19), from Carlow, died following fall from Gold Coast apartment

S. Korea striving to break club-linked transmission chain

South Korean health officials are trying to break the chain of transmission tied to cluster infections in Seoul's nightlife district of Itaewon as the country grapples with related sporadic outbreaks across the country. The country reported 16 new COVID-19 cases, including 13 local infections, raising the total coronavirus caseload to 11,206, according to the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC). ...

7,800 migrants leave for home from Haryana on Sunday

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal on Sunday said that due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the State Government daily runs special shramik trains from the various railway stations of the state to help migrant labourers return to their home states. In the same series, five special shramik trains departed

Man in his 40s stabbed inside Derby shop

Police were called to Normanton Road

List of countries where there are no coronavirus cases across the world

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has since labelled Covid-19 a pandemic but there are still a handful of countries that have not yet reported any cases.

Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem did not open on Sunday as planned

Two months after the doors were shut to curb the spread of the coronavirus, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem remained closed to the public on

Several files gutted in fire at Noida Authority office, probe ordered

The fire broke out in the Industries Department of the office in Sector 6 and was reported around 8.45 am

Fire at Noida Authority office, several files gutted

Noida Authority CEO Ritu Maheshwari has constituted a five-member team, headed by the Additional CEO, to ascertain the cause of the fire.

Delhi HC exempts advocates from wearing gowns, coats during virtual hearings

A circular issued by the court directed all lawyers to be dressed in a sober and dignified manner and expected to adhere to the rest of the Dress Code, as prescribed in Part VI, Chapter IV of the Bar Council of India Rules (Rules framed under Section 49(1) (gg) of the Advocates Act, 1961).

Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as virus slows recovery

Victims of Australia's catastrophic bushfires are still living in tents, garages and makeshift shelters months after the blazes ended, with efforts to rebuild their lives hampered by the coronavirus pandemic.

One of Europe's biggest music festivals set to go ahead in August despite pandemic fears

Serbian officials have said one of Europe's biggest music events, the Exit festival, can go ahead in late August because they expect the coronavirus to be under control by then.

Police: 4 killed, 2 injured in Baltimore shootings

Four people were killed and two were injured in shootings across Baltimore on Sunday, according to police.

Two killed as fire engulfs IDP camp in Borno

The Borno state governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum has visited the Muna garage IDP camp where more than 1613 houses were gutted by fire on the eve of Eid.

Indian Army Chief's remark on Lipulekh issue an insult to our history: Nepal defence minister

South Asia News: Criticising Indian Army Chief Manoj Mukund Naravane's remarks on Kathmandu acting on "behest of someone" over the Lipulekh issue, Nepal defence minist

“Opposition is raising bogey of J&K “demography” for vote bank”

May 24, 2020: New Delhi: Lashing out at the opposition political parties, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said here today that the opposition is raising the bogey of Jammu & Kashmir “demography” for vote bank because it is apprehensive that the new Domicile Rules Notification will not enable it to continue thriving on limited pockets […]

Boris Johnson the 'people’s politician' risks squandering his common touch in standing by Dominic Cummings

Say what you like about Boris Johnson, he is not what you would call a “misfit” or a “weirdo”. Unlike his non-conformist chief adviser Dominic Cummings, who once touted for such ‘oddballs’ to join No 10, the Prime Minister is as conventional as any of the 20 Old Etonians who have ended up in Downing

Mexico City Deaths Rise 4 Times Official Virus Count, Study Says

Mexico City has emitted 8,072 more death certificates this year than it did during the average of the previous four years.

As wild horse numbers swell, the campaign to protect them could become a byelection issue

ENVIRONMENT: Brumby battleground could move north if the Victorian fight to save the horses is lost

Kosciuszko National Park wild horse numbers swell, the campaign to protect them could be a byelection issue

If moves to protect Victoria's wild horses fails, the focus for supporters is certain to shift into Eden-Monaro.

Maruti employee tests Covid +ve

An employee of the Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) at Manesar plant tested positive for coronavirus, an official spokesman of the company said on Saturday. The country’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) had re-opened the Manesar facility earlier this month after around 50 days of

Flight to Q'town: Passengers break 'every rule' in 5 mins

Two months' worth of difficult social distancing could have been blown in five minutes by other impatient flyers, an Air New Zealand passenger...

23,615 confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa as deaths rise to 481

Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has announced that there are now 23,615 confirmed cases of coronavirus in South Africa.

Bolivia ex-health minster held in pre-trial detention over virus scandal

Bolivia's ex-health minister has been remanded in custody over a corruption investigation into over-priced ventilators to fight the novel coronavirus, the attorney general said on Sunday.

3 killed in separate stabbings in New York City

Three people were fatally stabbed in separate incidents Sunday in New York City, police said.

Firms beg for social distancing guidelines to be eased

The Government is under mounting pressure to relax social distancing guidelines as the retail and hospitality sectors warn of thousands of permanent job losses unless the two-metre rule is changed.

Cops Protest In Kolkata, Vandalise Police Station After Constable Dies

A police constable, who was admitted to a state-run hospital in Kolkata with "respiratory problems and other COVID-19 symptoms", died on Monday morning, sparking anger and anxiety among his colleagues, who staged a protest, alleging negligence on the part of their seniors.

Macron govt faces tough talks on French hospital revamp in wake of Covid-19

The French health ministry is set to open negotiations on Monday with healthcare personnel over a suite of reforms to hospitals and nursing homes. Some health workers already doubt that the reforms w…

Andhra Pradesh govt constitutes probe committee, seeks questions from public on LG Polymers gas leak

Weeks after the horrific LG Polymer ‘Styrene’ gas leak incident, the Andhra Pradesh government has constituted a High Power Committee (HPC).

TMC gets another officer to tackle Corona cases

IAS officer Ranjit Kumar to assist civic chief

Florida can’t stop poor felons from voting, federal judge says

A federal judge declared unconstitutional parts of a Florida law that would require people with felony convictions to pay off financial obligations before regaining their right to vote, paving the way for hundreds of thousands of Floridians to register to vote.

Guinea Bissau former interim president laid to rest

He died in Portugal’s capital Lisbon on March 17 at the age of 61.

'They couldn’t collate their results in 2016' - Awuku tells NDC not to blame EC

The New Patriotic Party's National Organiser, Sammy Awuku has refuted claims by the NDC that the Electoral Commission (EC) and the National Identification Authority (NIA) are in league to rig the elections in favour of the ruling government.

Viral DP Ruto’s impeachment motion fake, says House Clerk

House Clerk Michael Sialai said that the document was false and did not originate from the Parliament.

Motherwell trio lost in Arrochar mist as Scots mountain rescue called out for first time in lockdown

A MOTHERWELL trio lost in the mist on Arrochar prompted the first Scots mountain rescue call out in lockdown. Three hillwalkers lost their way as mist descended upon The Cobbler tracks in Arrochar,…

Motherwell trio lost in Arrochar mist fined after Scots mountain rescue called out for first time in lockdown

A MOTHERWELL trio lost in the mist on Arrochar have been fined after it prompted the first Scots mountain rescue call out in lockdown. Three hillwalkers, aged 21,22 and 23, lost their way as mist d…

Lost walkers ‘met by police’ as mountain rescue team receives first call-out of lockdown

Police are said to have met a group of walkers after they sparked a Scottish mountain rescue team's first call-out of the lockdown at the weekend.

Warning 14,000 Brits fined over lockdown could fight charges after Cummings row

More than 14,000 people in England and Wales were given fixed penalty notices under the coronavirus lockdown's emergency laws, but Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings could see many challenge their fines

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Mumbai University students in a dilemma; some want exams, others don't

Hundreds cram into football stand for 'outdoor religious ceremony' in lockdown

Police were called after members of the public reported the large gathering of people not adhering to lockdown rules.

Indian Telecom Operators Urge Gov’t to Finalise 5G Game Plan Before UN Body’s June Meeting

New Delhi (Sputnik): India was geared up to begin its 5G trials when the global COVID-19 pandemic swept the world into a scare. In the wake of the health emergency, New...

Lockdown 4.0: 2 migrants die in separate incidents in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district

Two migrant workers on their way to their home states amid the coronavirus-induced lockdown died in Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh on Sunday evening, officials said.

Adegboruwa Slams DSS For illegal Detention Of Lawyer, Demands Immediate Release

He added that once the court had intervened by granting bail to a defendant, such an order must be respected and not be subverted through devious means or by subterfuge.

Two more covid-19 deaths in Karnataka, virus spreads to 29 out of 30 districts

Karnataka confirms 93 cases on Monday that takes the total number of active cases to 1,431

Gambari, Mustapha reportedly bicker over sack of TCN boss

The recent sack of the former managing director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Mr Usman Mohammed, has reportedly pitted the SGF with the CoS.

FG to Bash Ali: We’ll have nothing to do with your fight

The government distanced itself from the fight in a series of documents and correspondence with Bash Ali, who has now been informed through his lawyer, B.O. Nafagha & Co, to refrain from acts that interfere with the activities of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, where the former World Cruiserweight Champion has been pressuring officials to endorse the fight.

FG rules out involvement in Bash Ali record fight

The Federal Government has said it won’t be involved in veteran boxer Bash Ali’s Guinness World Record boxing fight, adding that the proposed bout falls under the purview of the Nigerian Boxing Boa...

Coronavirus: Impoverished Indian migrant couple try to sell their two-month-old, amid lockdown

COVID-19 India: Tweeps say poverty in lockdown forced the couple to take the drastic step

If The NBA Can Thrive Under A “Bubble,” Why Not The Presidential Election?

Joe Biden should place the ten-or-so women associated with his vice presidential search under a "bubble" in Las Vegas or Orlando – or some other city in some swing state where they could engage in what, in effect, would be a really awful version of television’s "Survivor" series.

Aaditya Thackeray says state govt may ease restrictions in staggered manner from May 31

Maharashtra Minister Aaditya Thackeray on Sunday said that the state government might ease restrictions in a staggered manner from May 31.

Richard Grenell confirms he will step down as ambassador to Germany

Richard Grenell confirmed on Sunday that he would be leaving his post as ambassador to Germany around the same time he concludes his work as the acting director of national intelligence.

From the Archives, 1971: Qantas pays $500,000 ransom in mid-air bomb hoax

In 1971, Qantas paid a $500,000 ransom when the mysterious "Mr Brown" threatened to destroy a Boeing 707 jet carrying 128 people from Sydney to Hong Kong.

16 arrested for illegal hunting on Eastern Cape farm

Sixteen hunters have been arrested for illegal hunting after they allegedly killed 12 springboks at a private farm in the Hofmeyr district in the Eastern Cape.

Protesters Hang Beshear In Effigy Outside Governor’s Mansion

During a rally trumpeting Second Amendment rights outside the Governor’s Mansion at the state capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky, protesters hanged...

Harvard scholars, others for Aregbesola’s birthday colloquium - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics

From Toba Adedeji, Osogbo Two dons from the University of Harvard in the United States of America (U.S.A) and the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom (UK) will be speakers at a colloquium in honour of the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola. Also to speak at the event, which will hold today, is […]

UP government to set up migration panel to ensure job security

The UP government has decided to set up a migration commission in a bid to provide employment and social security to migrant workers. The commission,

‘Get out of here’: Girl, 10, scares off would-be burglar from Calif. home

The girl's father says the suspect attempted to steal a golf cart from the home.

To combat COVID-19, India adopted Intelligent Testing Strategy, says ICMR

India has now 610 laboratories — 432 public and 178 private which are currently testing 1.1 lakh samples daily. The testing capacity has been increased to 1.4 lakh samples per day, which is being further raised to 2 lakh

Joe Biden questions my blackness one moment, defends racist 1994 crime bill the next

These are not gaffes. Democrats like Joe Biden are running scared because the Trump administration has been good for African Americans.

Calls to reopen Wolverhampton playing fields for public use

A campaign to bring football fields back into community use has been backed by a Black Country MP.

US poll says only 1 in 4 Republican voters disbelieve Bill Gates coronavirus conspiracy | ZDNet

Half of all Fox News viewers believe Gates wants to implant a microchip as part of a vaccination program.

Ghani responds to Taliban’s gesture of goodwill, vows to release 2000 prisoners

President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani responded to the gesture of goodwill by Taliban group and vowed to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners.

Russian mercenaries evacuate from western Libya after Haftar losses

UN-recognized government forces have, with Turkish help, made sudden strides in recent weeks, seizing a string of towns, capturing the strategically important airbase, and destroying several Russian-made air defense systems.

Paisley teenager needed ten stitches as cops probe serious assault

Emergency crews rushed to Dundonald Road, in the Gallowhill area to reports two men had sustained gruesome injuries

Eid El-Fitr: CAS celebrates Salah with frontline troops, charges them not to give bandits breathing space

In keeping with the tradition of celebrating festive period with frontline troops to boost their morale and foster comradeship, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar yesterday, visited 213 Forward Operation Base (213 FOB), Katsina to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with the frontline troops of Operation Hadarin Daji.

Alabama unemployment system glitches cause claims issue

Some Alabama residents spent the holiday weekend struggling to claim their weekly unemployment benefits.

South Dakota state park usage skyrockets during pandemic

Hundreds of thousands of South Dakotans headed into the outdoors as the COVID-19 pandemic hit the state, causing state park visitor numbers to bounce back after last year’s rough weather.

635 New Cases of Corona in Delhi, Total Patients are more than 14 Thousand -

Corona cases have increased to 14053 in Delhi, in the last 24 hours 635 new cases have been reported, while

UP to set up ‘Migration Commission’

In order to provide jobs to the migrant workers coming home in large numbers from other states, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced to set up of a ‘Migration Commission’ that will work for their job security. The decision to set up the commission was taken in the Team 11 meeting chaired

Mumbai police warns netizens over Covid-related fake news

Mumbai police warns netizens over Covid-related fake news. The violators will be booked under section 188 of IPC for disobedience to official order,

Cloudburst in GH inundates 4 villages, threatens 12 others

TURA: A cloudburst over Raksamgre and Tikrikilla region, in the northern plains of West Garo Hills, caused extensive flooding inundating four villages and washing away roads and bridges early Sunday morning.The sudden deluge forced over a thousand pe

UK Lockdown Adviser: Cummings Controversy Could Mean More Coronavirus Deaths

Cummings travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family, allegedly because he feared he and his wife would be unable to care for their son, despite...

Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 ‘bloody’ election

Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike, has released a sum of N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities in Abonema, Akuku-Toru LGA.

BREAKING: Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 'bloody' poll

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has released N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities in Abonema...

When lockdown is over, bring workers back to their jobs but with free rail travel

Encourage local industries or work from home to harness women’s energy. The shramik has waited long enough. They deserve better.

Number of overseas Filipinos with coronavirus reaches 2,617

The Department of Foreign Affairs says the death toll due to COVID-19 stands at 328

BJP doing politics on Covid deaths: AAP

Aam Aadmi Party national spokesperson and MLA Raghav Chadha accused the BJP of playing politics with the number of deaths in Delhi due to Covid-19 even after the Delhi High Court upheld the accuracy and sanctity of death figures published by the Delhi Government. Referring High Court judgment,

Jamia Millia Islamia organises online Eid Milan

Exchanging greetings on Google Meet, the VC said today’s world “demands this festival to be the celebration of boundless spirit of kindness and charity, renunciation and sacrifice and profound love and compassion.”

Online Eid Milan organised by Jamia Milia Islamia

The Jamia Millia Islamia on Monday organised an online Eid Milan through which teachers and staff members wished each other on the occasion of Eid amid the COVID-19-induced lockdown

How to write to your MP to complain about Dominic Cummings

If you want to complain about the prime minister’s chief adviser there are several ways you can do it. 

EasyJet faces huge class-action lawsuit over data breach

UK law firm PGMBM files class-action claim on behalf of affected EasyJet customers.

42-year-old injured in accident on May 13 succumbs in AIIMS

A 42-year-old man died who was injured after his motorbike met accident in Bilkharia on May 13; deceased skid with his bike and died during treatment at AIIMS Bhopal. According to the police, an injured man who were severely injured after his motorbike skid was rushed to hospital and later he died

Bengaluru, Chennai among 4 role model cities in handling COVID-19

Bengaluru, Jaipur, Indore and Chennai have been identified by the Centre as possible role models for other cities in handling COVID-19.

Centre Lauds Jaipur, Indore, Bengaluru And Chennai As Role Models In Managing COVID-19 Pandemic In Urban Clusters

Chennai and Bengaluru have been lauded for success in keeping the mortality rates low so far.

Kolkata: MHA to send Central team to access damage caused due to cyclone Amphan

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will send a Central team to Kolkata, South and North 24 Praganas districts soon to assess the damages incurred due to the impact of Cyclone Amphan.

Punjab, MP lead the way as wheat procurement tops last year's level

The government has purchased 34.15 mln tonnes wheat iill May 24, compared to 34.13 mln tonnes procured in all of 2019.

The pancreatic diaries II

The writer is back in the hospital to find that he is now a valued customer: half human, half plastic, like a budget cyborg. The pancreatic adventure continues

Hong Kong another sideshow in a larger China drama with no final act

Australia's disputes with China are just a sidelight to a much bigger US-China struggle that is only intensifying.

Poland apologises after PM fails to observe virus rules

A Polish government spokesman on Monday apologised for Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki’s failure to observe coronavirus-related social distancing rules in a cafe.

Video of Jair Bolsonaro's foul-mouthed rant calling mayor who imposed lockdown 'piece of s**t' is released as Brazil's coronavirus crisis escalates and deaths soar past 22,000

Brazilian media counted 31 presidential swear words during the two-hour cabinet meeting, in which Bolsonaro called two governors who imposed lockdowns a 'piece of s**t' and a 'pile of manure'.

Schrems calls on EU authorities to intervene in ‘Kafkaesque’ DPC case

Campaigner claims watchdog met Facebook regularly before introduction of GDPR rules

Covid-19: Ghaziabad administration seals border with Delhi, only essential services allowed

In view of spurt in Covid-19 cases with travel history to Delhi, the Ghaziabad administration has decided to seal off its borders with the national ca

BREAKING: Evariste Ndayishimiye Wins Burundi Presidential Elections

Evariste Ndayishimiye won the presidential election securing 68.72 percent of the vote, the electoral commission said on Monday.

Coronavirus impact: Three Hyundai employees test positive for COVID-19

In the first week of resuming operations at the Hyundai Motor India plant, three employees were showing symptoms of being infected by the Coronavirus and have been tested positive.

Another Bihar-bound Shramik Special ferries 1,164 migrants from Mysuru

Mysore/Mysuru: The eight ‘point-to-point’ Shramik Special train from Mysuru Division, carrying 1,164 migrants, left Ashokapuram (Mysuru) Station on Sunday at 14:00 hrs for Purnia in Bihar. This train is being run as per the request of the State Governments of Bihar and Karnataka. The train comprising 22 LHB coaches is scheduled to reach Purnia (2488...

Gurgaon: Passes not required for commuters travelling to Delhi airport or railway station

An order issued by the Gurgaon District Magistrate stated that passengers who have a confirmed Air/Train E-Ticket in their name shall be allowed to travel from the Airport/Railway station to their Home/destination and vice versa.

For bicycle girl Jyoti, studying is the first priority

Bihar school girl Jyoti Kumari, who cycled 1200 km with her injured father from New Delhi to Darbhanga, will appear for Cycling Federation of India trials once the lockdown ends even though finishing matriculation is her primary aim.

Considering history, COVID-19 is hardly a plague

The coronavirus is proving far less deadly than the great plagues of history, with a mortality rate continually being revised downward, now much less than 1 percent.

People more worried about economic crisis than health issues from coronavirus, finds study

The study - conducted by Centre for Marketing in Emerging Economies (CMEE) at IIM Lucknow - revealed that majority (79 percent) of people are worried and surrounded by a feeling of fear (40 percent) and sadness (22 percent).

'Did it know reverse swing?': PTI's tweet about spy pigeon from Pak leaves Twitterati in splits

Why Washington should rush more economic aid to the states

The economy is in more dire straits than Washington politicians behave, and they need to put aside their partisan agendas and fencing on Twitter to save it.

Arrested for animal cruelty

UPDATE 3:15 p.m. Court records have named the accused as 20-year-old Leighton Allen Labute.

America's Got Talent star 'still not free' after vital clue proved he was wrongly jailed

Unreliable identification techniques led innocent Archie Williams to suffers 37 years in prison after being wrongfully convicted of rape and stabbing

The Scottish Tories’ defence of Boris Johnson has left them looking craven

The Dominic Cummings scandal has exposed the party’s continuing lack of independence from Westminster.  

Vir Das accosted by elderly neighbour

Vir Das posted a video on Twitter in which it can be seen that an elderly man is harassing him and also threatens him with police.

“I feel pained to raise this over and over again”: Health Minister Harsh Vardhan tells party colleague GVL Narasimha Rao to end debate on Tablighi Jamaat

Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan has said that he felt pained to discuss the issue of Tablighi Jamaat and their alleged role in the spread of the COVID-19 in India 'over and over again.'

'We're having a bit of an earthquake – we're fine.' Is Jacinda Ardern unshakeable?

The New Zealand prime minister has calmly steered her country in the face of a massacre, an eruption, and a pandemic. Now she is laughing in the face of seismic shakes

Russia's Ruling Party Reports Cyberattack on Website as Primaries Begin for September Vote

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The website of the United Russia party was subjected to a so-called distributed denial-of-service attack (DDoS) upon launching the remote primary...

Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity

President Trump is demanding that North Carolina’s governor sign off on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward with full attendance despite the ongoing pandemic.

Virus obstructs US and UK bids for $800m South Korea helicopter deal

Travel restrictions and spending cuts muddy defence sector outlook

Kerala man arrested for getting wife killed by snake

In a chilling plot, a man allegedly killed his 25-year-old wife by letting a cobra bite her in her sleep near here early this month with police cracki

Second Iranian tanker reaches Venezuela: report

BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:00 P.M.) – A second Iranian tanker has reached the Venezuelan shores after making a long journey from the Persian Gulf region. According to the marine traffic data, the second Iranian tanker, the ‘Forest’, reached Venezuela after entering the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) on Sunday morning. The Forest was reportedly escorted by the Venezuelan Navy’s PO-13 Yekuana boats until it reached its destination in the Bolivarian Republic. The arrival of the Forest marks the second time time in the last 48 hours that an Iranian fuel tanker has reached the Venezuelan shores. Three more oil tankers are expected to arrive to Venezuela from Iran. The five vessels are carrying an estimated 1.53 million barrels of gasoline between them.

Burkina Faso: Attack on police post leaves at least 2 officers dead

According to the United Nations, the violence that affects this entire part of the Sahel resulted in 4,000 deaths in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger in 2019.

COVID-19: Recovery Rate Rises To 51% In Madhya Pradesh

The state makes E-Pass mandatory for movement from Indore, Bhopal and Ujjain.

YNW Melly Co-Defendant YNW Bortlen Granted Release on Bond and House Arrest

Details here.

CSO alleges return of ethno-religious dominance by Buhari

CSO, Coalition in Defence of Nigerian Democracy and Constitution, Monday,3 alleged return of ethnoreligious dominance by President Muhammadu Buhari, based on recent appointments.

Man with alleged Maoist links arrested by ATS; country-made pistol and bullets seized

No hugs, no handshakes: Social distancing curtails Eid celebrations in Bangladesh

Despite the relaxing of social distancing, concerns about the continued spread of the coronavirus are hindering the celebrations of Eid-ul-Fitr across Bangladesh.

Ex-German Finance Minister Confirms Support for EU Economic Recovery Plan to Tackle COVID-19 Crisis

Last week, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron proposed that a hefty recovery fund should be set up to shore up EU economies struggling...

US DoD Slams NYT Article Claiming Military is ‘Celebrating White Supremacy’

On Saturday, The New York Times published an opinion article that accuses the US Defence Department of “celebrating white supremacy” and calls on the DoD to “rename...

Whistle-blower advocacy group calls for COVID-19 accountability watchdog

Report urges appointment of ombudsperson to probe problems with government’s pandemic response

Volkswagen loses landmark German 'dieselgate' case

A ruling in a German court could have implications for other VW motorists seeking compensation.

Military says low possibility of abandoned boat's link to espionage

The possibility of espionage is low in relation to a 1.5-ton boat recently found abandoned on the west coast, the military said Monday. Police said Sunday that the six-seat boat was found on the beach in the western coastal city of Taean, and that they are looking for those who were on board. The discovery sparked suspicions that North Korean spies could have used the boat. But authorities said the vessel could ha...

Call to send fly-tippers to prison

A disgusted councillor has called for fly-tippers to be jailed after a huge amount of rubbish was dumped on a street.

Chamisa, Mnangagwa talks inevitable, says Cleric

DIALOGUE between opposition MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa and President Emmerson Mnangagwa remains key in resolving the country’s multi-layered political and economic crises and churches will push for the talks to materialise, says Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC) secretary-general Kenneth Mtata (KM). Mtata recently sat down to discuss this and other issues with NewsDay (ND) Midlands reporter Brenna Matendere. Below are the excerpts:

Chamisa, Mnangagwa talks inevitable

DIALOGUE between opposition MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa and President Emmerson Mnangagwa remains key in resolving the country's multi-layered political a...

PAST TENSE(D): When Salman Khan REACTED To His Hit & Run Controversy: “None Of Them Would Have Happened If I Wasn’t A Star”

Stardom comes with its own price. Who better than Bollywood actor Salman Khan is an example of it? The Dabangg actor has earned unprecedented fame over the years. However, any small piece of informa

Bengal BJP chief again stopped from visiting Amphan-hit Midnapore

Sources in the BJP said Ghosh was on his way to Nandakumar, Haldia and Contai, which were among the worst-affected areas in the district, to distribute relief materials. However, his convoy was stopped midway in Tamluk.

Pakistani Man Arrested For Attacking Sikh Shrine in England

As per the statement of the gurdwara, at around 6 AM, an individual entered the gurdwara premises causing thousands of pounds of damage.

Patients decry shabby treatment at Niger Centre - The Nation Nigeria

COVID-19 patients being discharged from the Minna Isolation centre, has disclosed that they were not adequately treated and tested ..

They give us food all the time, NO DRUGS – Coronavirus patients in Niger

Coronavirus patients in Niger state have called out the state government over alleged poor treatments meted to them at the isolation center in Minna. According to The Nation, some of the patients who spoke to newsmen

Chinese, Indian troops engage in border conflicts

2 skirmishes have occurred so far this month as talks break down again

Brazil's Marfrig says 25 workers test positive for COVID-19 at beef plant

SAO PAULO, May 25 (Reuters) - Brazilian meatpacker Marfrig said 25 employees at its Várzea Grande unit, in Mato Grosso state, tested positive for the novel coronavirus, according to a statement sent to Reuters on Monday. The company said it removed the infected workers from the production line and those who had come in contact with them to avoid further contamination. They are in isolation, Marfrig said, adding the plant remains open.

Coronavirus hits South Africa’s plans for land expropriation

The plan to amend section 25 of South Africa’s Constitution to allow for land expropriation without compensation has been put on hold due to the ongoing coronavirus lockdown.

Teen who boasted after killing angler on fishing trip found dead in jail cell

Lenny Crawt was just 16 when angler Scott Wilkinson, 49, was punched, kicked and stabbed before his head was smashed in with a piece of wood on Donkey Island in the Thames in Surrey

An Idaho Appeals court rules judge abused court’s discretion

A 25-year-old Post Falls man who was sentenced to prison three years ago for having sex with a 14-year-old girl got a reprieve this week as a state appellate court ruled the sentencing decision may ha

Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge

Tokyo: A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen ($46,000) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard.

Profile: Afghan Ambulance Crew Faces COVID-19

Herat's ambulance workers are on the frontlines of the fight against the coronavirus, transporting many infected people to the hospitals in this western province, a hotspot of the epidemic.

Profile: Afghan Ambulance Crew Faces COVID-19

Herat's ambulance workers are on the frontlines of the fight against the coronavirus, transporting many infected people to the hospitals in this western province, a hotspot of the epidemic.

Flight cancellations leave domestic passengers confused

India has resumed its domestic flight operations today, however flights across Indian airports are being cancelled due to various reasons including state government restrictions…

Man kills brother in Tharaka-Nithi

Residents blame incident on increased consumption of illicit brews.

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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.

Battling Covid-19: Denmark keen to share best practices with India

Both countries to share best practices, exchange information in medical research, testing kits, vaccine development

AOC gets tested for coronavirus antibodies in Queens district

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was tested for coronavirus antibodies over the holiday weekend at one of the newly-launched testing sites in her home district of Queens.

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.

Dismissal, reprimands in case of soldier who committed suicide - Defense/Security

Investigation into death of soldier military police attempted to recruit as a source finds serious faults in treatment of soldier.

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'

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.

Boris Johnson is in ‘full panic’ mode and should open doors to Europe as soon as possible, blasts French MP

BORIS Johnson’s decision to force people travelling into the UK to self-isolate for 14 days from June 8 has been blasted by a senior French politician. Bruno Bonnell, a French MP who is a mem…

Covid-19 crisis has lessons for agencies on how to respond, come together and collaborate: Deshmukh

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said every effort was being made to minimise risk for police personnel, who were on the ground and involved in efforts to mitigate the crisis, and make the best possible treatment available for those who have tested positive.

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

Locust swarms reach MP, farmers brace for pain in kharif season

India has witnessed several locust plagues and upsurges since 1812 to 1997, but there has not been any major locust upsurge since 2011.The insects are known to originate in Arabian Peninsula, and invade India via Rajasthan-Pakistan border, just before the onset of the seasonal monsoon

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.

Maharashtra's Covid-19 count breaches 52,000-mark, over 1,000 deaths in Mumbai

In the state, death toll of covid-19 patients has now gone up to 1,695.Of the total cases, Mumbai alone reported 31,972 cases

Police investigating assault in Kitchener

The victim was treated for minor injuries after being struck with an edged weapon on Saturday afternoon

Islamic State says it was behind blast in southern town

BENGHAZI, Libya (Reuters) - Islamic State said on Monday it was behind a blast in a small town in southern Libya on Saturday, the militant group’s first attack in the country for at least a year.

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

Brazil COVID-19: 2nd most cases in the world, Trump’s travel ban

By NewsDesk  @infectiousdiseasenews  Case counts Brazil’s Ministry of Health is now reporting 363,211 COVID-19 cases through Sunday evening, securing the country the spot as nation with the second most cases globally. Officials say nearly 150,000 cases have recovered and death toll has risen to 22,666 (6.2% CFR). The health ministry says despite their “ranking” globally as …

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.

Wikimedia is writing new policies to fight Wikipedia harassment

A new plan will be unveiled this year.

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 ...

Will ensure work for returning migrants: Nitish Kumar

Nitish Kumar's comments come as lakhs of migrant workers return to Bihar amid the coronavirus lockdown. He said there are ample opportunities in the textiles, shoe, bag, furniture and bicycle industries in the state.

Rift Valley leaders divided over Uhuru, Ruto war

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

'Please turn yourself in': Connecticut murder suspect's family pleads for his surrender

A lawyer for the family of a Connecticut murder suspect pleaded Monday for his surrender.

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

Worldwide coronavirus cases cross 5.40 million, death toll tops 343,900

Here are countries that reported deaths and/or at least 100 confirmed cases by 0519 GMT on Monday.

Don't look down! Heart-in-mouth moment day-tripper risks his life to pose for a photo on 150ft cliff edge at Birling Gap beauty spot in Sussex

The unknown man, who was not wearing safety equipment, decided to risk his life by walking to the edge of the Birling Gap cliffs, near Eastbourne, in East Sussex, today in order to take a photo.

Idiot poses INCHES from death as he walks around edge of unstable 400ft cliff

THIS is the moment an idiot was millimetres from death at a popular beauty spot as he walked around the very edge of an unstable 400-foot cliff. The heart-stopping moment was captured today at the …

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…

State trooper helps rescue 8 baby ducks trapped in storm drain

A kindhearted state trooper helped reunite eight baby ducks with their mother after they fell into a storm drain in Massachusetts, authorities said. Massachusetts State Trooper Jim Maloney spotted the

Five-year-old boy flies back home alone from Delhi as domestic flights resume

The BIAL said it has registered 43 departures and 31 arrivals on Monday as the domestic flight services resumed.The boy was among those who arrived from Delhi as domestic air services resumed after two months of covid-19 lockdown

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.

COVID 19: Umahi bemoans astronomical rise of cases in Ebonyi

Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has bemoaned the astronomical rise of COVID-19 cases in the state, describing it as ‘shocking and disturbing’.

Europe threatens legal action over aviation whistleblower body

The European Commission has threatened the Irish government with legal action over the State’s failure to designate a body to receive reports from whistleblowers about safety concerns in the aviation sector.

'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

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.

Ryanair brings legal challenge over social welfare appeal

Ryanair has gone to court in a bid to set aside a decision of an appeals commissioner in a social welfare appeal to refuse the airline permission to cross-examine certain witnesses.

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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Ryan Matthews: The story of man who got a degree after he was sentenced to death

Ryan Matthews beat the odds that were stacked against him in life and succeeded. He was 17 years old when he was charged with a crime he did not commit in 1997.

Devon and Cornwall MPs stay quiet on actions of Dominic Cummings

Dominic Cummings is due to make a public statement this afternoon after allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions

Horrifying moment mother 'PUSHES' her autistic son, nine, into a canal 'in her first failed attempt to kill him' before taking the non-verbal boy to another spot where he drowned

Patricia Ripley, 45, inset, is facing attempted and premeditated murder charges. Alejandro Ripley, main with his famiiy, was found floating in a Miami, Florida, canal on Friday. Dad Aldo Ripley is inset.

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.

Peace returns to Ondo APC as factional chairman withdraws suit

Peace may be returning to Ondo State All Progressives Congress (APC) following the withdrawal of the suit challenging the authentic chairman, Ade Adetimehin....

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.

Relocate dry dock to N’Delta, UNDEDSS, PANDEF urge FG

The Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) and the United Niger Delta Energy Development Security Strategy (UNDEDSS) have urged the Federal..

POST COVID-19: Relocate dry dock to open up economy in N’Delta – PANDEF, UNDEDSS

THE Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF and the United Niger Delta Energy Development Security Strategy, UNDEDSS, Monday, restated calls for...

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