Navarro on Hong Kong: CCP Is Trying to 'Put Them in Concentration Camps' Like in Tibet and Xinjiang

On Tuesday's broadcast of the Fox News Channel's "The Story," White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro warned of the Chinese Communist Party trying to | Clips

COVID-19: The future of college is online

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Biden can keep his 'repairs'

During a campaign stop in St. Louis before the coronavirus mercifully put him in lockdown, presumptive Democratic presidential contender Joe Biden bragged,

How 'militarized' is Indonesia's COVID-19 management?

How local civilian and political institutions and leaders perform will determine whether the next generation of TNI leaders develops trust in those democratic-era institutions.

Pictures show devastating damage caused by disposable BBQ at Devon beauty spot

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New PIC CEO Abel Sithole now tasked with turning entity around

The PICs credibility was shattered when its former CEO Dan Matjila was implicated in dodgy deals and corruption in the findings of the pic commission of inquiry earlier this year.

Jio Fiber Offers Double Monthly Data to Annual Subscribers

The most premium Jio titanium fiber plan now offers huge 15,000GB monthly data benefits with new additional data from the annual plan.

CMU to miss report deadline due to auditing delay

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German Company Combines Wind, Wave, & Solar Power In One System

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MOFFETT reopens production in Dundalk after Covid-19 closure

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London’s Southbank Centre Likely to Remain Shuttered Until April 2021

Southbank Centre, the London cultural complex on the Thames River that houses the Arts Council Collection, Hayward Gallery, the National Poetry Library, Royal Festival Hall, and eight orchestras, has revealed that it may remain closed until April 2021 due to the financial hardship caused by the ongoing health crisis.The cultural quarter—one of the largest arts venues in the United Kingdom—is run by the charitable organization the Southbank Foundation and generates 60 percent of its revenue from ticket sales and other on-site commercial activities. According to the Evening Standard, it is projecting

MP to play key role in self-reliant india: CM

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that Madhya Pradesh will have significant contribution in building a self-reliant India. In Madhya Pradesh, maximum efforts will be made for a strong economy through job-oriented works in the fields of agriculture, horticulture, cooperatives, fisheries,

Need for immunization program to prevent future outbreaks cited

THE chairperson of the House committee on health on Wednesday reaffirmed her stand on mandatory immunization amid the COVID-19 pandemic as a way to prevent future outbreaks from happening.

GIS arrests notorious recruitment scammer

The Western Region Command of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS)has arrested a 53-year-old Ghanaian residing in Takoradi, one Kojo Sakyi, for allegedly defrauding scores of unsuspecting youth under the pretext of securing them jobs within the Service.

Samaria Regional Council launches campaign: No to 'half sovereignty' - Inside Israel

Shomron Regional Council embarks on aggressive campaign for Israeli sovereignty, warns against what it calls "half sovereignty."

Watch SpaceX Launch People To Space For the First Time Live [Updated]

SpaceX is set to mark a huge milestone in its own company history, with a first-ever crewed spaceflight set to take off from Cape Canaveral in Florida later today. From a report: The mission is Commercial Crew Demo-2, the culmination of its Crew Dragon human spacecraft development program, which wil...

DCI probes Kiambu food donation

Health ministry running tests on some of the donated food.

GHADC staff file contempt notice in HC

SHILLONG: The Non-Gazette Employees’ Association of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) on Tuesday filed a contempt case against the Chief Executive Member and the Secretary of the Council in the High Court of Meghalaya for non-payment

YouTube Kids Now Available On Apple TV

YouTube Kids, the video platform’s version that allows families to set age categories, viewing timers and other controls, is now available on Apple TV.According to YouTube, safety controls still

The Free Edinburgh Fringe Launches Online Video Portal

The Free Edinburgh Fringe part of the summer comedy proceedings within the Scottish city are to go online, in a way, promising to broadcast the sets of "six prominent comedians" via Twitch streams.

Covid-19 : With 11 fresh cases Nagpur totals 443, only 74 active

Nagpur: Nagpur is certainly gaining brownie points for containing the spread of Coronavirus in the city with the active cases kept tight under control. However, on Wednesday 11 new patients tested positive for Covid-19, taking the total number of cases so far to 443. But with the recovery rate speeding up, the number of active […]

POCO F2 Pro To Launch In Malaysia On 28 May

Two weeks after the phone made its global debut, the POCO F2 Pro launch date in Malaysia has finally been revealed by the brand. If you have been looking

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PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Increases Holdings in Verisign, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSN)

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of Verisign, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSN) by 9.9% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 10,095 shares of the information services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 906 shares during the quarter. PNC […]

‘Disgruntled’ employee kills three at Phitsanulok radio station

At least three people were killed Wednesday morning at a state radio station in Phitsanulok province when an employee opened fire  Station Director Sanit Butrmangkul and two others died when Vim Sornsood, an engineer there, shot them to death,...

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Norway Couple Find Viking Age Grave Under Their House

A Norwegian couple found items indicating there was a burial ground underneath their house in northern Norway. Archaeologists believe they date from the Viking Age.

Have you seen alleged driving offender Thomasina?

Thomasina Aitken wanted on police warrant.

One more death and 122 new cases

One more death and 122 coronavirus cases were reported in the State on Wednesday morning, taking the total number of cases to 2,405. This includes 45 COVID-19 deaths, one non-COVID death and 762 disch

Can copying your friends help you achieve your goals?

Consumers often struggle to achieve self-set life improvement goals, but what if deliberately emulating the successful strategies used by their friends could help them?

Central Bank of Russia Cancels Banking Licence of Morgan Stanley

The Central Bank of the Russian Federation has issued an order this Wednesday revoking the banking licence of Morgan Stanley Bank LLC, effective today.

Pair charged over ‘gang-related’ brawl at Logan pub

Two men have been charged over a large gang-related fight at a Loganholme hotel earlier this year. The brawl, which allegedly involved a group of men including Mongrel Mob and Finks OMCG members and…

SCO Summit, Scheduled for 22-23 July in St. Petersburg, Postponed, Source Says

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia has decided to postpone the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), it could be held closer to the fall, a high-ranking source...

For COVID-19 Workers: Therapy = Support + Advocacy

All who work in healthcare settings need support and advocacy.

Official: Highlands Park Offload R1.2M Star

News coming out of Highlands Park is that they have parted ways with Zimbabwean striker Tendai Ndoro.

Coronavirus effect: What protection do sub-let tenants have in the UAE?

Dubai Land Department clarifies as residents claim harassment by sublessors

Covid-19 and Persons with Disability

It has been a challenge for children with special needs, most of them wondering why they can’t play outside and not go to school.

Wild Karnataka: Rajkummar Rao, Prakash Raj, Rishabh Shetty Team Up With Sir David Attenborough To Celebrate India’s Wildlife

Rajkummar Rao, Prakash Raj and Rishab Shetty have given voiceovers in different languages for the premiere of the documentary "Wild Karnataka" on June 5, which happens to be World Environment Day.

No fingerprint for degree admissions: DOST

In view of the prevailing Covid-19 pandemic, the biometric fingerprint system for degree admissions through DOST has been done away with this year.

Own A Fully Restored Lamborghini LM002 Once Driven By The Stig

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In Canada, non-status women are being left behind

Non-status women remain largely invisible in the COVID-19 public health response and emergency support programs.

COVID-19 council's briefing on level 3 regulations postponed again

This was the second time the briefing- aimed at clarifying questions around how level 3 lockdown will all work - had been postponed at short notice.

Actors Equity Association releases list of guidelines for reopening Broadway

The show might go on sooner than we think, but the reopening of the Great White Way comes with a few guidelines that The Actors Equity Association (AEA) will be following when the lights go back

Oman to end lockdown of Muscat governorate on May 29

DUBAI (Reuters) - Oman will on Friday end a lockdown of its Muscat governorate - which includes the capital - that has been in place since April 10 as the sultanate eases its coronavirus containment measures, the state news agency reported on Wednesday.

Morrison is chasing votes at the expense of exports

We are a proud middle power. But it does us no good to bash our Chinese customer for political advantage.

60% Women Feel Schools Lack Adequate Menstrual Hygiene Facilities: Survey

Schools in India must develop better awareness and infrastructure for periods, shows 5th Annual Everteen Menstrual Hygiene Survey

BitGo Launches Crypto Brokerage for Institutions

BitGo, a crypto financial services platform, has announced the launch of its prime brokerage platform, offering digital asset trading services to its institutional clients.

Uhuru to Host World Presidents in Virtual Meeting on Covid-19

President Uhuru Kenyatta is slated to host a summit involving several heads of state from multiple continents, with deliberations to...

Father Ready to Die for Infant as KNH Bill Surpasses Ksh530K [VIDEO]

The father disclosed that the hospital's decision to raise the cost of the treatment was a painful pill to swallow as...

Painted Zeros – “I Will Try”

At the end of the week, Painted Zeros are releasing their sophomore album, When You Found Forever. Project leader Katie Lau has shared two songs from it so far, "Commuter Rage" and "Break," and today she's back with one last single, "I Will Try," a gliding rocker about attempting to do the best that you can do. Lau's voice is pointed and determined as she writes her own epitaph: "She did her best." Here's Lau's statement on the song: wrote this song channeling the feeling of gratitude I have for what really feels like getting a second chance at life thanks to getting sober, and getting on the other side of a difficult time onto a path of emotional/mental health in general. Now, every day I wake, I'm just trying to do the right thing, live an honest, useful life, and trying to help others however I can. When I was still drinking and using, life had become so dark and miserable, and now, being in recovery for three years, my life has changed beyond recognition; it's better than I ever

Millions gone in Delta market fires - The Nation Nigeria

No fewer than 300 shops were on Tuesday razed in Asaba, the Delta State capital. Gone with shops were articles valued at millions

Kulgam sees rise in cases

There has been a sudden spike in Covid19 cases in this southern district in past 16 days since the stranded people started arriving from outside J&K.

1 in 10 West Virginia voters send in absentee ballots

More than 11% of West Virginia’s registered voters have returned absentee ballots for the June 9 primary election.

When Is A Capital Gain Capital Consumption

There is an important difference between when the price of an asset rises due to an increase in value vs when it rises due to a drop in the interest rate. The d

Three accidents slow traffic on Tuggeranong Parkway

Emergency services were called to the scenes just after 8am on Wednesday morning.

Unlocking the value of values with AI

In an era of purpose-driven consumption, values like transparency, trust and humanness are key drivers that unlock value in AI.

BREAKING: Court stops revocation of Ororo Marginal Field

The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has restrained the Minister of Petroleum Resources and Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR)...

Canon's EOS R5 Is the Brand's Most Powerful Full-Frame Mirrorless

Supporting no-crop 8K video recording.

LAIX, Inc. (LAIX) CEO Yi Wang on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

LAIX, Inc. (NYSE:LAIX) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 26, 2020, 21:00 ET Company Participants Chuhan Wang - Head, IR Yi Wang - Chairman & CEO Bing Sun

Vice mayor urges DILG to sanction Batangas town mayor for ECQ violation

Talisay Vice Mayor Charlie Natanauan says his brother, Mayor Gerry Natanauan, should be suspended for violating quarantine rules

For writers, the lockdown has helped a lot to connect with the muse, says author Anand Neelakantan

He feels that thanks to India’s huge population, even taking into consideration the dire straits of India’s poorest, there are sufficient people in India to trigger another consumer boom

CBS is TV's most-watched network for 12th year in a row

CBS has earned the distinction of television's most-watched network for the 12th season in a row, and for the 17th time in the last 18 years.

AP PHOTOS: Olympic dreams for locked-down Venezuela athletes

Stefany Hernández zips on her bike across a vast, empty boulevard in Venezuela's capital, getting in training where she can find it.

Canadian data start-up Cinchy lands $10m Series A

Cinchy, a Canadian start-up helping banks avoid the security risk of replicating data, has landed $10 million in a Series A round.

Time-lapse Video: Fog blankets the Chrysler Building in NYC

There is proof of just how much fog rolled into the New York area on Wednesday morning.

Traffic jam eases after police eject protesting truckers

The drivers were protesting against harassment by Ugandans

Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘S&P 500 outperformed Bitcoin over the past year’

Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. As Aristotle used to say: Let’s get it! Bitcoin price We closed the day, May 26 2020, at a price […]

Karnataka keen on opening worship places from June 1, awaits nod from Centre

The temples would be reopened keeping in mind cleanliness where soap and water or sanitizers and also social distancing would be compulsory. 

Sun to align directly over Holy Kaaba today

The sun passes directly over the Kaaba twice a year on May 27 and July 15

1,044 new COVID-19 cases in Mumbai; 32 more patients succumb

With 1,044 new COVID-19 cases, The tally in Mumbai rose to 33,835 on Wednesday, while the toll increased to 1,044 after 32 more patients succumbed to the viral infection, the city civic body said. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), in a release, said 240 more patients were discharged

New book series brings updated reviews on diabetes and obesity

Frontiers in Clinical Drug Research - Diabetes and Obesity is a book series that brings updated reviews to readers interested in advances in the development of pharmaceutical agents for the treatment of two metabolic diseases - diabetes and obesity.

Watch: Ryan Reynolds Reads ‘James & Giant Peach’ With Taika Waititi For Charity

Catch Ryan Reynolds and With Taika Waititi Read ‘James And The Giant Peach’ for COVID-19 charity.

MURIC condoles with NUJ over Bakare’s death

The Muslims Rights Concern (MURIC) has commiserated with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) over the death of Mr Waheed Bakare

Man busted with guns, stolen car and drugs one month after prison release

Ben Schultz, 32, pleaded guilty at the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Tuesday to eight charges.

Makati City cops arrest 2 Chinese ‘doctors’ from illegal COVID-19 clinic

Two self-proclaimed doctors from China were arrested in Makati City yesterday for allegedly running a clinic that exclusively treated the suspects' compatriots, including COVID-19 patients Major Gideon Ines Jr, chief of the Makati police's...

Egypt’s Sisi discusses mutual relations, latest COVID-19 updates with India’s Modi

Modi affirmed his country's pride of the mutual ties and close relations with Egypt.

Economic recovery following Covid-19 may be more sluggish than initially predicted

27 May The global economy is expected to face a prolonged downturn due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Many have predicted...Read More...

The “Yeah, Sure” Theory Of Business Success: Entrepreneurship After COVID.

We can emerge from the Coronavirus economic bust stronger than ever if we follow the lead of those who entered the current economy with eyes wide open.

Sonowal apprises Governor of COVID 19, flood situation

GUWAHATI:: Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal  called on the Governor Prof. Jagdish Mukhi at Raj Bhavan and discussed a range of issues concerning the state and its people including COVID-19 situation and flood on Wednesday.Chief Minister Sonowa

Server PCB makers see bright shipment prospects for 3Q20

Server PCB specialists Tripod Technology, Gold Circuit Electronics (GCE) and Allied Circuit have seen clear order visibility through the end of July and are optimistic that their shipments for servers and networking equipment will remain robust throughout the third quarter, according to industry sources.

Leaders at UBA Africa Day seek economic recovery

Global leaders have emphasised the need for strong collaborations between governments and the private sector to achieve quick recovery for African....

JP Morgan's chief economist optimistic about Taiwan's growth

Global investment bank forecasts Taiwan will have better financial rebound than most of world

BJP leader in Punjab booked allegedly for attacking interfaith married couple

The girl alleged in her complaint that Sukhpal Singh Sra instigated her family members who earlier this week assaulted her in-laws

18 returnees escape from quarantine

A total of 18 people who returned from South Africa and Botswana escaped from Mkoba Teacher’s College quarantine centre in Gweru on Monday, a development that may result in the spread of Covid-19. Those who escaped are said to be from Mkoba suburb in Gweru, Zhombe and Gokwe and were part of over 300 people quarantined at Mkoba Teachers College. Giving an overview of the state of affairs in quarantine centres in the Midlands province during the provincial Covid-19 taskforce weekly update meeting held in Gweru on Tuesday afternoon, Mr George Madzima, the  Midlands provincial social welfare officer said after a roll call, it was discovered that 18 people were missing from the quarantine centre. He said there are three quarantine centres in the Midlands province: Gweru Polytechnic College and Mkoba Teachers College in Gweru and one in Kwekwe at Kwekwe High School.

4 teachers at separate schools in WC test positive for COVID-19

Schools were shut for over two months but would reopen in a phased approach from Monday for pupils in grades 7 and 12.

We need a response to Covid-19 crafted alongside indigenous peoples

Ensuring the health of humanity and the planet requires a consolidated effort that acknowledges and incorporates the vision of those who have protected nature for so long. Español

Drug wars: how AstraZeneca overtook GSK in UK pharma

With new cancer drugs and a vaccines partnership with Oxford university, AZ’s turnround has boosted the industry in Britain

LIVE: Senate hearing on non-expiration of franchises

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Mackay Shields LLC Takes $956,000 Position in Turning Point Therapeutics (NASDAQ:TPTX)

Mackay Shields LLC purchased a new stake in Turning Point Therapeutics (NASDAQ:TPTX) during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm purchased 21,400 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $956,000. Other large investors have also recently added to or […]

Ryanair condemns 9 billion euros state aid to Lufthansa

Ryanair condemned the German Government’s decision to award 9bn euros of State Aid to Lufthansa on top of the extensive payroll support already given to the German airline, which will further strengthen Lufthansa’s monopoly like grip on the German air travel market. The German and French Governments continue to provide enormous State Aid to their companies, many of whom do not need it, which distorts competition with other providers across Europe. Non-State Aided airlines like Ryanair, EasyJet, BA and others, will

Unibank completes processing stage of TranzAxis migration

Azerbaijan-based Unibank has connected its in-house processing directly to Mastercard, a step towards its full migration to Compass Plus’s open payments platform TranzAxis.

The Tik Tok video which Gotze could have annoyed the board with

The Borussia Dortmund player published a funny video together with his partner in which both swapped clothes.

9 Covid-19 recoveries in Bulawayo

BULAWAYO has recorded nine Covid-19 recoveries leaving only two active cases but health experts are warning against complacency as it could steer a comeback of the virus. According to an update by the Ministry of Health and Child Care, as of Monday, Bulawayo had nine recoveries, which stem from 12 confirmed cases, one of them fatal. The number of people who have tested positive for Covid-19 in Zimbabwe remained at 56 as at yesterday afternoon, with 25 recoveries and 27 active cases. The cumulative number of tests done to date is 37 474 which includes 21 709 784 rapid diagnostic (RDT) and 15 765 polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests. The latest recoveries were confirmed through two consecutive PCR negative tests from samples taken at least 24 hours apart in line with the World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines.

KEBS Forced to Respond to Ruto Fake Donations Report

KEBS was forced to respond to the fake Gikambura donations report...

Impulse Gaming Becomes Exclusive Retailer For Cyberpunk 2077 On PC In Malaysia

Local video game retailer, Impulse Gaming, has been appointed as the exclusive retailer for all physical copies of CD Projekt Red's upcoming futuristic

Emmerdale SPOILERS: Moira and Rhona clash

The two agreed to go into business

Hong Kong’s HKT Financial Services, the Fintech Arm of HKT Group, Introduces Digital Financing Platform

Hong Kong-based HKT Financial Services, the Fintech division of the HKT Group, has launched another Fintech project, HKT Flexi, a digital or online financing platform that allows users to make payments via the HKT Flexi App. HKT Financial Services offers mobile payments, merchant services, O2O solutions, insurance packages under the Tap & Go, HKT Merchant Services and HKT Care. HKT Financial Services is a key part of HKT Group’s digital ecosystem, which provides an integrated

Online education must supplement, not replace, physical sites of learning

We have long ignored the vital role public educational institutions play as exemplary sites of social inclusion and relative equality. In Indian conditions, this role is arguably even more important than the scholastic role.

BTP Appoints Paul Forrest as Inaugral Non-Exec Chairman

Blockchain Technology Partners (BTP) announced this Wednesday that it has appointed Paul Forrest as its inaugural non-executive chairman.

'Bullied' civil servant wins £250,000 payout after she was taunted by colleagues and branded racist for saying it always rains in Wales

Anne Giwa-Amu, an administrative officer at the Department for Work and Pensions, won her race discrimination case after a tribunal found she suffered 'deliberate and humiliating harassment'.

Covid-19 positive cases climb to 7 in Shadnagar town

Rangareddy: Two more Covid-19 positive cases were reported from Shadnagar town on Wednesday, taking the total number of positive cases recorded this week to 7. After five positive cases were recorded in the town earlier this week, tests were conducted on 40 of their primary contacts on Tuesday. Out of those 40, 2 tests resulted in … Continue reading "Covid-19 positive cases climb to 7 in Shadnagar town"

Lift ban on church gatherings – CVM to government

The Citizen Voters Movement (CVM) has urged the government to lift the ban on public and social gatherings to enable the citizens to overcome the fear, panic, and psychological warfare created by this COVID-19.

'Highly irresponsible': Shocking footage shows man risking his life to climb iconic Bristol tower

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SBI goes to museum to serve summons on Poroshenko for questioning

It says its agents acted under the Code of Criminal Procedure of Ukraine.

Smart changes LTE SIM upgrade process after SIM-jacking incidents

Smart says it made the process of upgrading to an LTE-capable SIM more secure

Global Jewish leaders meet in videoconference to address community needs after coronavirus - Jewish World

Jewish Agency and Israeli Diaspora Ministry host online roundtable discussion with Jewish leaders from around the world on the coronavirus.

Singrobo hydropower project to deliver electricity under a 35-year PPA

Power company Themis Group announced it has issued a Full Notice to Proceed with construction of the 44MW Singrobo Hydropower Project, in Ivory Coast.

Go appeals to LGUs to accept returning OFWs

Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go called on the different government agencies to assist all locally stranded individuals in Metro Manila and other parts of the country so that they can safely return to their home provinces amid the COVID-19 crisis.

Aldi announces plans to open new store in Cork

Aldi has said that the new store will see “substantial investment” in the area.

Mahesh Babu Keen To Hear Prakash Raj Narrate The Wild Life Documentary ‘Wild Karnataka’

Veteran actor Prakash Raj who is equally popular for his versatility in Bollywood and down south, is quite excited following his upcoming documentary project 'Wild Karnataka'. The multiple times nat

Gowns 4 Good: Your Graduation Gown Repurposed As PPE

Gowns4Good was recently launched by Nathaniel Moore, a physician assistant working in the ER at the University of Vermont, using repurposed graduation gowns for PPE.

Akshay Kumar's an early bird trying to catch a story

Lockdown or not, Akshay Kumar is up and running at the crack of dawn. And after 60-plus days, he is ready for work. On Monday, he shot a coronavirus social awareness campaign with R Balki at Kamalistan Studios, and the following day he joined Vashu, Jackky and Honey Bhagnani, Nikkhil Advani

Samsung eyes payments security boost with new chip

Samsung Electronics’ semiconductor division unveiled its next generation security chip and related software, marketing the ...

This app teaches you how to code through a video game-style setup

Learn in a way that works for you.

Three new cases of COVID-19, brings total to 206

Three new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported, taking the total number of cases to 206, according to the statement by the Ministry of Health and Sports on 26 May. They are from the Mandalay Region and had travel histories to India. They will be sent to Waibergi Hospital. On 26 May, 670 samples—559  by National Health Laboratory (Yangon) and 111 by Department of Medical Research-were tested. Among them, three people coming back from India were tested positive.

Hungary to return to parliamentary democracy, ending rule-by-decree

In Hungary, the crisis solution of governance this spring has been to allow Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to rule by decree for an unlimited period of time. Now, the government has announced legislation to return to parliamentary democracy, The Guardian reports.

[Exclusive] Nexon mulls launching FPS game Sudden Attack on Steam

Korea’s No. 1 game company Nexon said Wednesday it was positively reviewing whether to provide its first-person shooter game Sudden Attack on Steam in response to an online petition calling for the game to be made available globally. Steam is a global digital platform where users can install PC games online directly to their cloud drives after purchase. On May 23, a US-based fan called Fox R. launched an onl...

Mt. Everest to be remeasured

The ascent, reported by Chinese state media, comes after both China and Nepal canceled the spring climbing season on the mountain

Are Meat-Eating Men More Masculine?

Both men and women strongly associate meat with masculinity, but new research shows that not all men see meat the same way.

Public parks guaranteeing sustainable well-being

Ana Nagar Tower Park, in Chennai, India

Salvation Army opens heat relief stations in metro Phoenix

The Salvation Army on Wednesday opened heat relief stations across metro Phoenix as forecasters say temperatures will reach as high as 112 degrees in some desert areas by Friday.

The reality behind the unions' claims of insecure work

There's one flaw in the concerns about the rise of insecure work. The percentage of casuals in the workforce has not changed in more than two decades.

Officials ask 'reckless' Lake of the Ozarks partygoers to self-quarantine

Health officials in Missouri and Kansas are calling on people who packed the Lake of the Ozarks over Memorial Day weekend to go into self-quarantine for 14 days. Lake of the Ozarks is a popular reservoir in central Missouri, and video posted online showed revelers standing shoulder to shoulder in pools by the lake, with most not wearing masks. On Monday night, the St. Louis County Department of Health issued an advisory saying anyone who was there and ignored social distancing guidelines should self-isolate for 14 days or until they test negative for coronavirus. On Tuesday, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment made the same recommendation. "This reckless behavior endangers countless people and risks setting us back substantially from the progress we have made in slowing the spread of COVID-19," St. Louis County Executive Sam Page said in a statement. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson (R) said during a press conference on Tuesday that "poor decisions were made and the social distancing was not followed," which…

Covid-19: how the mining industry is responding

As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, companies have been forced to adjust their practices; we profile some of the mining industry’s responses to the outbreak.

Gree patent application reveals an Air Conditioned Sofa, could be an efficient alternative to regular ACs

The popular Chinese consumer electronic brand, Gree, has recently applied for an interesting new patent. The patent was applied for back in January 2020 and details an air conditioned sofa. According to the patent description, the unique sofa will have a body through an air inlet, and outlet will be present. In other words, the …

Rich Listers gush manufacturing nonsense

There is nothing more amusing than miners and realtors governing a manufacturing revival. At the AFR of course:

Tiger cub 'seeks out human help' and approaches houses after losing her mother in Siberia

A wild tiger cub took the unusual step of seeking human help after losing her mother in east Siberia. She came close to houses in Gornovodnoye and was spotted padding down the road.

Amsterdam’s Otrium snags €24 million to expand fashion marketplace that sells excess inventory

Amsterdam-based Otrium, an online fashion marketplace that aims to move unsold clothing at the end of the season, has raised €24 million in Series B funding to fuel further international expansion. The round was led by Eight Roads Ventures, with existing investors Index Ventures and Hans Veldhuizen participating as well.  The e-commerce platform allows brands […]

Ardern And Peters Both Untrustworthy On Level 1, Kiwis Paying The Price

“Neither the Prime Minister nor the Deputy Prime Minister can be trusted on the issue of Alert Level 1 and Kiwis are paying the price,” according to ACT Leader David Seymour.

UBS: Consumers ready to spend, borrow

Via the excellent George Tharenou:

IIT-Gandhinagar to complete semester through online classes, devises new grading system

The institute will be granted P(E) or Pass Emergency or I/F or Incomplete/Fail grade. students given an ‘I/F’ grade will have one opportunity to complete the course requirement and improve their performance

Rachita Ram to headline Lilly, confirms Vijay Gowda

Director  Vijay S  Gowda  confirms that the  actor is  coming on board the  woman- centric film

Former SAA board chair Dudu Myeni declared a delinquent director

Former SAA chairperson Dudu Myeni has been declared a delinquent director, effectively banning her for life from such a position.

Import of PMDs, e-bikes will require LTA approval

Open spaces such as courtyards and plazas will be designated as public paths later this year, enabling the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to take enforcement action against errant cyclists and personal mobility device (PMD) users in such areas. And LTA's approval will be...

Tokocrypto 2.0 powered by Binance Cloud

Tokocrypto has launched Tokocrypto 2.0, an upgraded cryptocurrency exchange powered by Binance Cloud.

West Midlands has big fintech opportunity

The West Midlands has the potential to become a major UK fintech hub if it takes an integrated approach to maximising its advantages, according to a report.

Heatwave intensifies in Hry, Pb, Hisar hottest

A severe heatwave swept Haryana, Punjab and their joint capital, Chandigarh, on Tuesday, with Hisar being the hottest place in the region at 48 degrees Celsius. Hisar in Haryana recorded its hottest day of the current summer so far, with the maximum temperature settling five notches above normal

End of Teshie chieftaincy saga as Gbetsoolo joins Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs

Gbetsoolo Nii Ashitey Akomfra III, Teshie Mantse has finally resumed his rightful place as a member of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs.

Financial planning ― How an entrepreneur can provide for her various objectives

Creating an optimum emergency reserve, goal-based investing, and adequate insurance cover are important

Delivery! Lady Gaga Is Dropping Off 'Chromatica' in Style

Lady Gaga's highly anticipated sixth studio album is arriving on Friday (May 29).

AIIMS Rishikesh sets up remote monitored Covid ICU

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh has started remote monitored Covid-19 isolation wards with the help of a Banglore based startup. The set up aims to significantly reduce the risk of exposure to the healthcare workers while increasing patient safety and reduce the

The asteroids Ryugu and Bennu were formed by the destruction of a large asteroid

What is the origin of the asteroids Bennu and Ryugu, and of their spinning-top shape? Numerical simulations of large asteroid disruptions show that during such events, fragments are ejected and then reaccumulate forming aggregates, some of which have a spinning-top shape. Scientists conclude that the overall properties of Bennu and Ryugu could directly result from the disruption of their parent body.

Iloilo ready for influx of OFWs, stranded residents

The Iloilo provincial government has identified more rooms in hotels and resorts to augment the quarantine facilities of the municipalities

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Has $2.22 Million Stock Position in iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (BATS:EZU)

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. decreased its stake in iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (BATS:EZU) by 21.2% in the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 72,893 shares of the company’s stock after selling 19,604 shares during the quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc.’s holdings in […]

Crafty Market Drayton veteran Clive raises more than £1,200 for NHS by making rainbow gifts

A blind veteran who has been making rainbow gifts at home to support the NHS has now raised more than £1,200.

Edo 2020: Ize-Iyamu arrives APC National Secretariat to collect forms

John Alechenu, Abuja An Edo State governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has arrived at the party’s National Secretariat to obtain his ...

[ICYMI] Ogoni women go topless, vow full nude protest over detention of demolished hotel manager

Ogoni women, Tuesday, rallied topless in protest at Zaakpon community, Khana Local Government Area, demanding the release of arrested

Covid-19 being dealt with effectively in Haryana: CM

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said that with the people exercising restraint while following the rules of lockdown, the Covid-19 outbreak in the State is being dealt with effective management by the Government. He said that the global corona epidemic is an unprecedented

UNC says it is in talks with S. Korea over resumption of DMZ visits

The United Nations Command (UNC) said Wednesday it is in talks with South Korea about resuming tours to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) separating the two Koreas suspended last year in the wake of the African swine fever outbreak. The US-led command, which administers the DMZ, said it facilitated the environment ministry's survey on African swine fever inside the Joint Security Area and other locations inside the buffe...

Warren Buffett June Update: 46 Equities Show 10 To Buy And Hold Now

This Buffett list from Dogs of The Dow first appeared 5/20/20 online. YCharts also tracks this Buffett/Berkshire Batch. Here is your update as of 5/22/20. 30 of

TSW partners with IIT – Ropar to launch a brand new online course in AI & DL

Education News: Artificial Intelligence AI has undoubtedly been the technology story of recent times, and it doesn't look like the excitement is going to wear off any

Major administrative surgery in C’garh

The Chhattisgarh government on Tuesday unleashed a major bureaucratic reshuffle, transferring and posting 55 IAS officials including 22 District Collectors. According to an order issued by the General Administration Department, Additional Chief Secretary Amitabh Jain (IAS, 1989 batch), who was ACS

The 22nd Biennale of Sydney Is Reopening With Extended Dates

The 10-week festival ran for just 10 days in March before closing due to Covid-19. But with the easing of lockdown restrictions, it’ll now run until October.

Cybersecurity firm K7 computing revamps its strategy to increase market share

Chennai-based K7 Computing Pvt Ltd., a cybersecurity company, has unveiled a revamped go-to-market strategy to expand its consumer market presence by aligning its sales and marketing plans with the ch

US Conference Board Consumer Confidence: Dollar risk premium subsides as market panic fades

Confidence edged higher in May after six-year low in second sign of consumer stability while New Home Sales ticked higher April, belying predictions f

Future-Proof Your KYB, KYC And Risk In One API

Data aggregation with automation has been the next big milestone the risk industry has been trying to reach.

Triumph Tiger 900 online bookings commence in India, launch in June 2020

Rally Pro will be the first to be launched in India, followed by GT and Rally variants

Saanich’s OK for roadside stands offers a lesson in civic engagement

One of the upsides of home schooling in the age of COVID-19 is that children sometimes get a real-life education. In the past few weeks, Colleen O’Farrell’s two young sons, for instance, have had. . .

Pedestrian hit by train in Tawa, Wellington

The person was hit by a train at a level crossing near an intersection.

Dead By Daylight Announces Silent Hill Crossover - Adds Pyramid Head, Cheryl Mason And More On 16th June

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Join Taika Waititi and friends for a reading of ‘James and the Giant Peach’

Catch the show, which is spread over 10 episodes, on the Roald Dahl HQ YouTube channel

Man found hanging in house in Hyderabad’s Falaknuma

A 42-year-old man allegedly hanged himself to death at his house in Falaknuma on Tuesday night. According to the police, the man identified

It takes most foreign-trained doctors months to register in SA. How did Cuban health workers do it in 3 days?

The Health Professions Council of South Africa was supposed to have reviewed the curriculum of some international medical schools to help foreign-trained doctors register faster in the country. Two years later, there is still no list and some doctors are sitting idle amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

Student critical after blast in former artillery range Tosamaidan

A class-9 student was critically injured when a littered shell exploded in Tosamaidan area of Budgam in Central Kashmir on Tuesday. The boy has been

Govt fails on buy local directive

NGHINOMENWA ERASTUS and LAZARUS AMUKESHETHE Agro-Marketing Trade Agency has challenged the government and its agencies to lead by example in implementing its directive to procure locally

DPR to enforce use of face masks at Osun filling stations

The Osun Field Office of the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) says it will start enforcing use of face masks at filling stations across the state

CCC makes a series of recommendations before CCS and parents’ fees are reinstated

As the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector awaits an anticipated announcement in relation to a return to child care subsidy (CCS) as signaled by the Prime Minister last week, a number of core advocacy organisations, including the Community Child Care Association (CCC), have made recommendations about how to enhance the previous system and improve outcomes for children and families.

Lilian Thuram: 'My classmates judged me because of my skin colour'

In a new book, the World Cup winner discusses growing up in France and the racism he encountered throughout his career

Minister Magyezi decries high corruption levels in local gov’t

Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT |  The Minister for Local Government Raphael Magyezi has said his office is determined to fight cases of corruption which is overwhelming in the local Government. Magyezi was on Tuesday presenting the status of implementation of the National Resistance Movement Manifesto in the area of local Government at the Office of …

Forced Out by Kevin Maxwell review – prejudice between police

A former detective recounts in shocking detail how he was abused by fellow officers for his race and sexuality and the dangers he faced in fighting for justice

NFL general manager views 'decline' as reason why Cam Newton remains unsigned

Few people in the sports world could have predicted that Cam Newton would still be a free agent after Memorial Day, but one NFL general manager actually isn’t very surprised by it. It’s…

Marlet secures €33m from AIB for south Dublin build-to-rent scheme

State-backed lender supports delivery of 142 units in Dundrum in midst of Covid-19 crisis

Cops close two major Scots bridges amid 'ongoing incident'

The Clackmananshire Bridge and the nearby Kincardine Bridge were shut off in both directions

SMBs Can Apply for Full Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness

Small businesses can now apply for a full paycheck protection program (PPP) with loan forgiveness. To qualify organizations must show 75 percent of their loans were used on payroll and the other 25 percent was spent on expenses like rent or utilities.

Senators claim politics behind maize policy

Lawmakers demand that policy document behind the move be tabled by the ministry

Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (NYSE:HE) Holdings Boosted by Swiss National Bank

Swiss National Bank boosted its holdings in Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (NYSE:HE) by 1.2% during the first quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 211,300 shares of the utilities provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 2,600 shares during the period. Swiss National Bank owned […]

Unacademy to Conduct Free Scholarship Test

India's Biggest Scholarship Test for IIT JEE, NEET UG and Foundation – curated for 9th to 12th standard students

It's final: School year extended until mid-July - Inside Israel

PM Netanyahyu, Education Min., extend school year until mid-July, with subsidized at-school camps until August 6.

Nagpur registers 9th Covid-19 death

Nagpur: A Satranjipura based man succumbed to the novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) while seven others reportedly tested positive for the virus borne disease on Wednesday. Out of seven three belonged to city’s Mominpura hot-spot, while one each from Saoner, Naik talav, Bangladesh and Hansapuri. With the latest development, the cases of Corona Virus have surged […]

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Watch the Astronauts Give Their Kids Virtual Hugs Before Launch

Thanks to the ongoing pandemic, NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley had to resort to giving their families a "virtual hug" from six feet away.

1100-year-old monolithic sandstone Shivling unearthed in Vietnam's Cham temple complex

Election 2020: Jean Mensa repeating Charlotte Osei’s mistakes – Odike

Founder and leader of the United Progressive Party (UPP), Akwasi Addai Odike has faulted the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Jean Mensa for wallowing in the same mistakes that led to the dismissal of her predecessor, Madam Charlotte Osei.

JUST IN: NBC fines three stations for infractions

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has sanctioned three broadcast station for their reports on COVID-19 considered inappropriate...

Donal Lenihan: Around the world, rugby was never in greater need of progressive people

With no rugby action for the foreseeable future, I’m about to park my pen for the summer. With the professional game facing its biggest financial crisis since the decision to go open in August 1995, one wonders what the landscape will look like when I return to these pages in September.

Corona active cases come down to 34 in Hazaribag

Covid 19 active cases have come down to 34 in Hazaribag district. Seven patients were discharged on Monday evening by the Hazaribag Medical College and Hospital and five on Tuesday evening. Three have been already released by the hospital. The remaining 34 patients are improving day by

Sea of Thieves fans: Free Lost Treasures update brings bountiful booty of new tools and events

May’s free monthly update Lost Treasures is available now for all Sea of Thieves players on Windows 10 PC, Xbox One and Xbox Game Pass. A new checkpoint system helps players progress through the game’s Tall Tales, plus Daily Bounties and events spell a packed month of activity ahead. Head over to the Xbox Wire […]

Samira Bawumia supports Noguchi

The Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR) has received Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) and other support items from the Second Lady of Ghana, Hajia Samira Bawumia through her not-for-profit organisation, the Samira Empowerment and Humanitarian Projects (SEHP).

Samira Bawumia supports Noguchi with PPE, sanitizers

The Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR) has received Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) and other support items from the Second Lady of Ghana, Hajia Samira Bawumia through her not-for-profit organisation, the Samira Empowerment and Humanitarian Projects (SEHP).

Student jailed for extortion over policewoman’s nude pictures

A Circuit Court in Accra has sentenced a 24-year-old student, Francis Aggrey, to three years imprisonment for extortion in his bid to circulate nude videos of his girlfriend, a policewoman.

Wyndham welcomes 11 new-build US properties in first quarter

Over 25 new-build hotels were also signed over the same period, and another ten began construction…

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald urges 'clarity' from Taoiseach on Covid-19 restrictions

SINN FÉIN leader Mary Lou McDonald has urged the Government to provide 'clarity' on Covid-19 restrictions after the Taoiseach was spotted in Phoenix Park with his partner and two friends. Earlier this week, images of Mr Varadkar emerged on social media showing him, his partner Matt and two friends spending time in Phoenix Park. While they appeared to be adhering to social distancing measures, and Phase 1 allows groups of up to four people to meet outdoors, there was confusion as to whether the restrictions allowed for meetings of long periods to take place, rather than just brief exercise outdoors. Ms McDonald raised the issue while speaking on Radio Kerry yesterday, saying the leaders of this country owe it to the people to provide clarity on what is allowed. Advertisement "I did understand that the advice was not to have picnics," the Sinn Féin leader said. "I know they are having picnics." "I just take the general view that for the head of government, for anyone in elected office, y'know, you need to add clarity…

The Isle of Man TT is Going Digital

Start your engines.

Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah sharing 'Splash' memories over video chat is a fun watch

The lobster scene was a bit of a mess.

Top 10 Scottish crime novels

Scottish novelists from William McIlvanney to Ian Rankin and Denise Mina deliver all the gut-punch thrills of crime without forgetting its human cost

A Passion for Beetles (and Spiders) in the Time of Coronavirus

Although schools are closed for now, nature is still open for exploration and learning

Six Cabinet members 'privately believe Dominic Cummings should resign' while 40 Tory MPs call for Boris Johnson to sack him over 'lockdown breach' controversy

Six Cabinet members are believed to have privately told colleagues that Dominic Cummings should quit, while at least 40 Tory MPs have demanded his resignation.

CAF to postpone 2021 AFCON to be in 2022

French Radio Monte Carlo unveiled the possibility of holding the 2021 African Cup of Nations in the summer of 2022 due to Coronavirus pandemic.

Real Reason Why Landlord Killed Tenant Known As ‘Ofankor Shatta Wale’ At Ofankor In Accra Revealed

The Police seem to be making headway into the investigation of a landlord who gunned down his tenant Benjamin Otchere, 31, at Ofankor in Accra for refusing to vacate a two-bedroom apartment on Saturday, 24th May 2020,  the same day his rent expired.

Estranged Daughter of Kikuyu Musician Jimmy Wayuni Emerges

"How do you mourn a man you had barely known? How do you mourn the man you called biological father but fought ...

JK Cement (₹234.4): Buy

Investors with a short-term view can buy the stock of JK Cement at current levels.The stock took support ₹180 in early April this year and changed direction triggered by positive divergence on the dai

Iceland cuts food waste 23% in two years as it commits to a 50% cut by 2030

A year after the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in the UK called on businesses to ‘step up to the plate’ and drive forward plans to cut food waste, the supermarket Iceland has announced food waste reductions of almost 2,500 tonnes, a decrease of 23.2% over the last two years, in its first public food waste report.

Outdoor spaces and improved transport options - how a new east Manchester arena could lead on sustainability as well as boosting the economy

OVG aim to make the proposed new east Manchester arena the most sustainable in the UK

Are new car sales about to boom?

According to Robert Gottliebsen, new car sales may be about to boom:

Sorry for Your Trouble by Richard Ford review – stories of discontent

An uneven collection about marital discord and middle-aged disappointment from one of the grand figures of contemporary American fiction

Kartik Aaryan staying mum about ‘Dostana 2’

Having taken the industry, audience and critics alike by storm, it is evident that Kartik Aaryan is climbing the success ladder faster than anyone would have imagined. With a good line of hits to his name, one of his upcoming projects will be ‘Dostana 2’. However, when asked about the project, he was sure not […]

Esports News: FE, IndyCar stars join JOTA-run Virtual Le Mans team

Formula E championship leader Antonio Felix da Costa and IndyCar driver Felix Rosenqvist will race in the Virtual Le Mans 24 Hours next month

Anjana Harish’s Suicide Shows Why India Must End Practice of ‘Conversion Therapy’

India: Following the Anajana Harish case in Kerala, a ban must be issued on 'conversion therapy' for LGBTQIA folks, say IACP & other mental health experts.

Pakistan New Breeding Ground Of Locusts: Agriculture Expert

Pakistan has become a new breeding ground of locusts, entering Rajasthan from adjoining areas in Pakistan, said BR Kadwa, deputy director of the agriculture department.

14 fresh cases reported in Yadgir district

As many as 14 fresh cases of COVID-19 positive were registered in Yadgir district on Tuesday. All those who tested positive returned from Maharashtra on May 12. The details provided by the district ad

Bali talks of ‘new era’ as island prepares for eased travel restrictions amid pandemic

As talk of a so-called “new normal” begins to creep into the national discourse here in Indonesia, tourism players in Bali are reportedly drafting guidelines for health protocols with views abound that the time after COVID-19 will establish a...

12-year-old Jay’Aina Patton develops app to connect children with incarcerated parents

Jay’Aina Patton was just three years old when her father, Antoine Patton fell foul of the law leading to his incarceration for gun possession.

Police investigate alleged kidnapping at Ballarat

Police are investigating reports of a kidnapping at Ballarat. A 19-year-old woman has told investigators she was driving along Humphrey Street when she stopped to let a light coloured sedan pass ar…

SandRidge Energy: Steep Production Declines In 2020 As It Attempts To Manage Its Debt

SandRidge is at risk of seeing its production shrink considerably during 2020. It is shutting in wells (some permanently) as well as spending minimal capex duri

Holcim restarts Luzon, Davao operations

Leading cement manufacturer Holcim Philippines, Inc. has restarted manufacturing and logistics operations with stronger health and safety controls in all its sites nationwide after pausing cement production in compliance with government quarantine measures against coronavirus disease 2019.

Spanish Rocker Enrique Bunbury Set For Virtual Grammy Museum Event

Spanish rockstar Enrique Bunbury will be featured in a Grammy Museum Event on Instagram Live.

Ventspils City Council’s shadow looms over FK Ventspils envelope wage scheme

«The interests of the suspended Ventspils mayor Aivars Lembergs in LLC Football Club Ventspils (FK Ventspils) are implemented through its members – Ventspils City Council and LLC VK Transit, as well as FK Ventspils board members Kārlis Gubāts and maybe even Inga Mikuļčika,» BNN was told by Ventspils City Council deputy Aivis Landmanis.

New Technique to Study Ancient Teeth Reveals Edo-Era Diet in Japan

Researchers analyzed DNA in tartar from the remains of 13 people who lived between 1603 and 1867

Man booked for sedition for online comment on Yogi Adityanath

Police said that Anup Singh has been booked under IPC sections 124-A (sedition), 500 (defamation), 188 (disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant) and section 66 of the Information Technology Act.

Flat owners hit the roof after problems at Ayr factoring firm leaves some residents out of pocket

The row has left one development claiming it is owed more than £20,000 in advance payments already made.

KKR to invest USD 1 bln in European venture for hyperscale data centres

The investment firm KKR has partnered with entrepreneur Franek Sodzawiczny to launch a data centre company in Europe. The new venture Global Technical Realty (GTR) will provide build-to-suit data centres for large technology companies in Europe. 

Bengaluru Containment Zones: At least 20 zones in city are no longer in the red

At least 20 places in Bengaluru, which were identified as “containment zones” to curb the spread of Coronavirus in the neighbourhood, have been freed from all restrictions over the last month, as zero Covid-19 positive cases were detected here over the period.

Ofankor landlord remanded for murder

The Abeka District Court on Tuesday remanded into police custody Victor Stephen Nana Kankam, a 38-year-old businessman and landlord, for allegedly shooting and killing his tenant at Ofankor over rent.

Charities call for minister to represent them in Cabinet

Chief executive of The Wheel says position should be established to support sector

Russian Fighters Intercept U.S. Aircraft, Risk Midair Collision, U.S. Navy Says

Two Russian Su-35 fighter jets flew in an unsafe and unprofessional manner while intercepting a U.S. Navy P-8A maritime patrol aircraft over international waters in the Eastern Mediterranean, the U.S. Navy said.

CID to re-examine 2018 abetment to suicide case against Arnab: Deshmukh

“Adnya Naik had complained to me that #AlibaugPolice had not investigated non-payment of dues from #ArnabGoswami's @republic which drove her entrepreneur father & grandmom to suicide in May 2018," he tweeted.

Couples urged not to sign marriage contracts without court supervision

The Constitutional Court on Tuesday dismissed an application for leave to appeal an SCA judgement on the binding nature of postnuptial contracts.

CBI books rice mill, three directors in ₹100 crore cheating case

The directors of the rice mill allegedly obtained credit facilities from the SBI’s commercial branch in Haryana’s Karnal by misrepresentation of facts, says a CBI spokesperson

Council to face legal action from Portadown GAA club over playing field

A Co Armagh based council is facing legal action over claims it failed to properly consult a GAA club over a playing field strategy.

S&P 500: Fully valued on some measures – UBS

Global equities have recovered swiftly from the COVID-19 pandemic with the S&P 500 climbing above 3000 points for the time since late February. The ra

About Olives New Zealand

News from Olives New Zealand Kiwis are being encouraged to support local and buy world-beating olive oil made by New Zealand growers, who have won seven Gold Medals at the 2020 New York International Olive Oil Competition.

Children of asylum seekers challenge with home learning

SINCE the Covid-19 has spurred both the UK government and Northern Ireland executive to shut down schools in March 2020 to slow down the rise of infections, schools, on the other hand, have also come up with homework packs via online learning to keep up the knowledge.

Valve's attempt to resurrect Artifact begins this week

You're probably vaguely aware of the situation regarding Valve's Artifact, but here's a brief recap. Released in late 2018 to a lot of promise from DOTA 2 fans, Artifact quickly crumbled and over the course of several months, its playerbase...

Distribution of face masks to start next week in border districts

Hoima, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT |  The government will start free distribution of face masks next week. Robinah Nabanja, the State Minister of health for General duties says the distribution will be done in phases starting in the border districts and then roll out to other parts of the country.  Last week while announcing measures of …

Two dead in freak accident in Vikarabad

Vikarabad: Two persons who were returning after attending a function died when their two-wheeler was hit by a car from behind, tossing them on to the road, only to be run over by another car which was coming in the opposite direction.

Connect First Credit Union appoints former ATB exec as new COO

Canada’s Connect First Credit Union has announced the appointment of Wellington Holbrook as its chief operating officer.

Police called to shut down party at disused industrial unit in Gorton

The revellers left the building after officers spoke with them

Daily Deal: 29% off JBL Bar 2.0 all-in-one soundbar

As part of the Harman Kardon family, which is now owned by Samsung, JBL has been producing high-quality audio products for a long time. JBL's products are affordable too, which gives a lot of people t

ArchDaily X LifeCycles: The Future of our Environment

Watch the ArchDaily x LifeCycles panel discussion. David Gianotten, Sinus Lynge, and Lina Ghotmeh discuss the future of our environment.

ArchDaily X LifeCycles: The Future of our Environment

Watch the ArchDaily x LifeCycles panel discussion. David Gianotten, Sinus Lynge, and Lina Ghotmeh discuss the future of our environment.

Disney World hopes to open some parks on July 11, says it will require masks and temperature checks

The theme park will require employees and guests to wear masks and get temperature checks at park entrances.

Graduate Student Untangles Decades-Old Math Problem in Less Than a Week

Lisa Piccirillo recently published her proof of Conway’s knot problem, a well-known quandry that stumped mathematicians for more than 50 years

Malian petitions CID over harrasment

A Malian businessman domiciled in Ghana, Haled Ould Ibrahim, has stated that he feels “harassed” by the activities of a Lebanese called Hassan Abu Zein, who he claims has been filing false police reports about him and his family.

Six Fallacies That Will Stall Covid-19 Recovery

Full recovery from Covid-19 will take time, especially with a looming second wave of infections. Nature will not relent. Leaders hoping to reduce the devastation can control only the human response, which starts with strategy. Here are six fallacies to avoid.

Police chief kills toddler and grandmother in crash, allegedly while drunk driving

A chief of a police sub-precinct in Rembang, Central Java is under investigation for a car crash that killed a toddler and her grandmother, with witnesses of the incident saying that the cop seemed to be driving under the influence of alcohol at the...

Lance Franklin suffers fresh injury setback

Sydney superstar Lance Franklin is in serious danger of missing the Swans’ clash with Essendon when the season resumes next month. Sportsday co-host Sam McClure says the gun forward has injur…

Delhi: 57-year-old IRS officer commits suicide

Eish Singhal, DCP (New Delhi) said, “ We received a call from the hospital authorities about the incident. Saxena used a bedsheet to hang himself. We also found a suicide note inside his bedroom... We are probing the matter."

Samurai Shodown Neo Geo Collection Launches This July On Nintendo Switch

Includes a previously unreleased game

NW Health MEC Sambatha ‘impressed’ with Impala Mine’s COVID-19 compliance

Sambatha has been monitoring the levels of compliance at the mine in Rustenburg.

‘Mudik’ travelers barred from returning to Jakarta without permits

“People wishing to enter Jakarta are required to obtain a permit from the Jakarta administration and the police. Otherwise, they will be told to turn back,” National Police traffic corps head Insp. Gen. Istiono said. 

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Neanderthal bones: Signs of their sex lives

The site is infamous among anthropologists who study the Paleolithic period for the evidence of what appears to be the massacre and possible cannibalization of a family: Their bones seem to have been hacked at by stone tools and hammers, probably by another group of Neanderthals, to remove their fl

New ski resort proposed

A New Denver developer’s plans to build a “world-class, all-season, backcountry-oriented mountain destination… complemented by a pedestrian-only environmentally sustainable Mountain Village” is about to get its first test of public support.

Azad condoles demise of Sirwal

Senior Congress leader, Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday expressed grief over the demise of Bashir Ahmed Sirwal from Malanoo Kahara area of Doda district. Azad

Work to demolish fire-damaged hotel starts this week

A Canterbury hotel that was completely gutted by fire on Christmas Eve is set to be demolished to make way for a new pub. Kirwee Tavern licensee...

Anger at 'disgusting' eBay listing for 'mummified witch's cat' used for rituals

The cat, said to have been used to ward off harm at a 16th Century cottage, has been listed with a £640 price tag by a seller in Coventry, West Midlands

‘I’d rather face the virus than let the people die of hunger’: NTT governor to reopen tourist destinations on June 15

The governor of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) says he would rather face the coronavirus rather than letting his citizens die of hunger, as his administration announces that tourist destinations in the province will begin reopening on June 15  “As...

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé, Cabriolet (including E53) handed facelift!

Mercedes-Benz has revealed its facelifted E-Class Coupé and Cabriolet models, including the two-door Mercedes-AMG E53 variants.

Jawazat to extend tourist visas for 3 months without fee

Jawazat to extend tourist visas for 3 months without fee

DAP: Perikatan stopped caring about drunk driving after coming into power

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — A score of DAP politicians have challenged the Perikatan Nasional (PN) administration to take punitive action against those caught drunk driving, in light of the two related deaths recently. In a joint press statement, the group pointed out that former transport minister...

Renault's Senard says it does not need to merge with Nissan

PARIS (Reuters) - Renault (RENA.PA) Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said on Wednesday that there was no need for a merger with its partners Nissan (7201.T) and Mitsubishi (7211.T).

South William Street mixed-use investment seeks €2.6m

Sale of Dublin 2 restaurant and residential premises will test strength of market

Tamil Nadu signs MoUs worth over Rs 15,000 crore to generate 47,000 jobs

The proposed investment will be towards company's proposed brownfield expansion at company's Oragadam facility near Chennai

FCA launches 'Jeep for All' initiative

FCA India has announced lucrative deals and financial schemes under the ‘Jeep for All’ initiative.

How sex chromosomes break up to get together

Molecular factors that enhance recombination between sex chromosomes.

PAS urges PKR not to contest in Chini by-election

KOTA BARU, May 27 — PAS has urged the opposition, especially Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), not to contest in the Chini state by-election scheduled to be held on July 4. PAS vice-president Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah said that apart from the opposition would find it difficult to win the seat, it...

Fraport AGM 2020: Shareholders approve all agenda items

At Fraport AG’s first virtual-only Annual General Meeting (AGM), shareholders approved all agenda items. Shareholders ratified the actions of the company’s executive and supervisory boards for fiscal year 2019, by 99.94 percent and 98.19 percent respectively. Furthermore, 99.98 percent of the shareholders approved the proposal to suspend the dividend for fiscal year 2019. The entire profit earmarked for distribution will instead flow into the revenue reserve. 94.24 percent of the shareholders also agreed to the resolution for implementing a new

Bihar Board 10th female topper aims to become a doctor and serve her village

'Girls have the additional responsibility of cooking and helping in domestic chores, that is why they often fail to do their best in academics, but my parents motivated me to study,' said the rank-holder.

Public hearing to be continued

West Kelowna's first attempt at a public hearing in three months will go into overtime.

Weapons, drugs, arrested

Kamloops RCMP were busy last night with a series of traffic stops that netted weapons, drugs and cash, along with a couple of arrests.

Dairy consumption ineffective in preventing age-related bone loss or fractures

Dairy products provide more bone-beneficial nutrients than any other food group. Yet a new study based on data from the Study of Women's Health Across the Nation (SWAN) shows that during the menopause transition, when bone loss is accelerated, they offer little benefit in preventing bone mineral density loss or fractures. Study results are published online in Menopause, the journal of The North American Menopause Society (NAMS).

Beyond Twiplomacy: Diplomacy and the Digital Fast Forward

The practice of diplomacy in the virtual space is geared towards amplifying foreign policy drives and messages and forms a vital and dynamic branch of strategic communication. Now, more than ever before, we are faced with the inexorable certainty of a digital future – a future that has already begun. As COVID-19 thrusts the world’s […]

San Francisco neobank Aspiration raises $135m in Series C round

San Francisco-based fintech firm Aspiration has raised $135 million in a Series C funding round led by investors Alpha Edison.

VIDEO: Barca's 2008/09 Champions League title celebrations

Back in 2009, Barca produced a football masterclass as they beat Manchester United by 2-0.

Thane Municipal Corporation recruits paramedical staff amid COVID crisis

Female life expectancy in Egypt grows to 75.1 years in 2019: CAPMAS

The death rate for women has slightly decreased from 5.6 per 1,000 women in 2014 to 5.4 in 2018, according to the report.

Two policemen gunned down in Islamabad

Two policemen were killed late Tuesday night after unidentified gunmen opened fire on them in the Chowrangi No. 26 area of Turnol in Islamabad.The policemen were identified as Assistant Sub-Inspec

SANTELESAMISOK Launches New Entertainment Company, Paving the Way for Independent Artists

SINGAPORE, May 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Known as "SANTELESAMISOK", Ariffin Tahir is a force in the world of marketing and PR. After being motivate...

DRDGold Remains Undervalued Despite Stellar Performance

DRDGold is one of the top-performing gold mining stocks over the past year due to successful exploration efforts and Sibanye's acquisition. Using P&P reserves,

144 at all quarantine centres

The Gajapati district administration on Monday imposed prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the CrPC near all temporary medical camps (TMCs) and quarantine centres to prevent gathering of locals and possible untoward situations over facilities. Gathering has been restricted within100 metre

Gamemakers Inject AI To Develop More Lifelike Characters

moon_unit2 writes: The AI technique that DeepMind used to teach machines to play Atari can now bring new video game characters to life. WIRED reports that researchers at Electronic Arts and the University of British Columbia in Canada developed a reinforcement learning method for animating humanoid ...

'Woefully lacking': Mother forced to travel to regional NSW for child's mental health treatment

A Canberra mother says she had to travel to regional NSW to get treatment for her child.

Map Highlights Arsenic in Groundwater Contamination

As many as 220 million people around the world may be at risk of drinking groundwater contaminated with arsenic, according to a new study published by

Fact-O-Meter: Did You Know? Shah Rukh Khan Inaugurated 100 Crore Club In Overseas Market

Every cinephilia must be aware that 100 crore club was kick-started by Aamir Khan in India. Yes, in 2008, Aamir's Ghajini became the first Bollywood film to cross 100 crore mark at the domestic box

XRSpace launches 5G-connected VR headset

XRSpace, a VR headset specialist founded by former HTC CEO Peter Chou three years ago, has launched what it claims is the world's first 5G VR headset for the mass consumer market.

Capcom just rolled out a five-day Mega Man Switch sale

Mega Man started out on a Nintendo platform, so it only feels natural that Capcom bring as many games as possible to the Switch. Although things were very slow going at first (bring every Mega Man on NES and SNES to the Switch Online suite,...

Samantha Akkineni donates to 10 NGOs to celebrate 10 million Instagram followers

The ‘Mersal’ star said she is following in the footsteps of Hollywood star Natalie Portman, who did the same when she touched seven million followers

Otrium is Trying to Solve Fashion’s Inventory Problem

The online designer outlet is looking to fuel international expansion with this round, led by Eight Road Ventures.

Ukraine in UN urges Russia to give up "logic of war" in Donbas

Ukraine has also recalled Russia must implement its obligations under the Minsk Agreements.

Runyon Canyon Park reopens for hikers under new safety measures

The popular Runyon Canyon Park is back open for hiking with new safety measures in place, L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti said.

Intensify seizure of assets of corrupt officials – Anti-corruption campaigners urge courts

Two anti-corruption experts have said the recent order by an Accra High Court for the seizure of assets of persons convicted in the National Communications Authority (NCA) case is a good anti-corruption measure.

University Of Nevada, Las Vegas Business School Answers The Humanitarian Call

In light of the tragedy of the coronavirus, humanitarians like Andre Carrier and Greg Lee, and the Lee family foundation, are bold enough to look for a way to end the pandemic.

Esports News: F1 drivers Verstappen and Norris to share LMP2 car in Virtual Le Mans

Formula 1 drivers Max Verstappen and Lando Norris will team up at the Virtual Le Mans 24 Hours, sharing an LMP2 car for sim race outfit Team Redline

Building An Adaptive Retail Enterprise For Day 2

Many experts and business leaders believe that this chapter will accelerate the pace of digital transformation, align business and technology behind common strategic objectives, and determine the winning and losing consumer brands of our time.

Decorated greyhound trainer found dead in suspicious circumstances

Police are appealing for public assistance after decorated greyhound trainer Karen Leek was found dead in suspicious circumstances. Emergency services were called to Leek’s Devon Meadows property a…

Four die as storm lashes Joypurhat

At least four people, including two children, were crushed to death by falling trees and collapsing walls after a storm slammed into Joypurhat shortly after Tuesday midnight.

Myer Ballarat shoppers evacuated onto Sturt Street

Ballarat's Myer store has been evacuated on its first day back since the end of March.

20 bricks of cocaine seized

CBSA border services officers recently seized 20 bricks of suspected cocaine at the Pacific Highway border crossing in Surrey.

Tropical Storm Bertha forms off the SC Coast

Storm will move inland this afternoon spreading heavy rain into the Carolinas

3 guards murdered in cold blood by unknown assailants

Bizarre incident

Tencent, CCB Labuan to jointly foster digitalisation of enterprises in Malaysia

LABUAN, May 27 — Tencent, a leading provider of Internet value-added services in China, will explore cooperation opportunities with China Construction Bank Corporation Labuan Branch (CCB Labuan) following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) today. The MoU, inked via Tencent VooV...

New Finas chairman Zakaria Abdul Hamid says lack of exposure to film and TV industry not a hindrance

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 27 — The new chairman of the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) Zakaria Abdul Hamid said his lack of exposure to the industry is no obstacle to handling the responsibility that he has been entrusted with. He said although he did not have any background in the...

Alibaba Records Only 9% Lower Profit Than Amazon But Trails By 4x In Revenue

Data gathered by Learnbonds.com shows that Chinese internet company Alibaba registered 9.3% lower profits compared to United States’ Amazon. The data further shows that there is a significant gap in revenues between the two companies by at least four times for the financial year ending March 31, 2020.

Amazon offers free health cover upto ₹50,000 for its sellers

Amazon on Wednesday said it would provide a COVID-19 health insurance, completely free of cost, for its sellers in India. The insurance will cover the expenses related to COVID-19 hospitalisation and

Answering your vehicle-related queries

Upsized tyresVishal, Mumbai: For my 2017 Honda City, which tyres would be best for city and occasional highway driving: Bridgestone, Michelin or Good Year? Is it advisable to use oversized tyres?You c

Predator: Hunting Grounds update 1.08 adds Dutch DLC and more

Illfonic have released a new patch for Predator: Hunting Grounds which includes various improvements and fixes while introducing Dutch as a new playable character.The update is now live on bot

Intuitive Surgical: The Growth Leader In Surgical Robotics

Intuitive Surgical is the global leader in surgical robotics. The company has produced outstanding growth rates in both revenue and cash flow over the years. In

Water management: Trainee IAS officers to study Rajanna Sircilla model

The water management policy in Rajanna Sircilla district is becoming a benchmark for others to follow.

Pioneer DJ’s new rekordbox update makes it easy avoid vocal clashes in your mixes

Version 6.0.1 also adds support for Beatsource LINK

Vertex Energy's Transformation Continues

Vertex Energy began migrating its end-products toward higher-margin markets in 2018 - higher-purity base oils and IMO 2020-compliant marine fuel. The company re

Farmers Market Calendar: May 2020 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Many of Oahu’s farmers markets have closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, but some remain open, with restrictions in place to provide social distancing to protect vendors and shoppers. The situation is subject to change without notice. This list covers what’s open and what’s closed as of Tuesday. For the latest information on a specific market, call or check the websites listed. If you run a market, send updated information to Joleen Oshiro, joshiro@staradvertiser.com.

M Performance Parts for The New BMW 6 Series GT

BMW premieres the M Performance Parts program for the new and refreshed 6 Series Gran Turismo (G32 LCI). While for the pre-LCI 6 Series GT no M

3 of family hurt as miscreants hurl bombs

In yet another incident of the deteriorating law and order situation in Khordha district, a couple and their son sustained critical injuries when unidentified miscreants hurled bombs at their house at Bhogada village under the Baghamari police station on late on Monday night. Hearing the

Denmark allows couples separated by pandemic to reunite over border

Denmark has opened its borders with Germany and Nordic countries, but only to couples, which have been separated by the pandemic, and provided they can prove their relationship with correspondence, BBC reports.

2021 Perodua Alza D27A – next-gen Avanza twin to come with DNGA platform, 1.0L turbo, 1.2L hybrid?

Click to enlarge Reports have been coming out from Japan that Daihatsu is preparing a new MPV, and Indonesian media are linking that to a new generation

Lacoste Appoints Robert Aldrich as North American CEO, Pedro Zannoni as Latin American CEO

Pedro Zannoni has been tapped as Latin America region ceo.

Time to say goodbye

"Sub-alterns, precisely because they are alter ego, must know when to take the sword for the leader."   There was a time when tenors and sopranos were unknown to the ordinary man, and only the so-called “cognoscenti” appreciated them. That was probably because they sang in Italian mostly, and the music, but for those whose lyrics were translated in English and made popular by Hollywood cinema and recording artists, were too high-brow.

MAGIC IN THE MUNDANE

A digital archive highlights the importance of documenting popular South Asian visual culture

Someone should make a game about: Gormenghast

Free to Flay.

Unaware of owner’s death, dog waits at Wuhan hospital for three months

The seven-year-old has been spotted sitting outside the lobby of the hospital for three months even though his owner died of Covid-19 just five days after being admitted in February.

New report raises wheat deficit fears

More than one-quarter of British wheat crops are in a very poor condition, according to the latest crop condition report from agricultural consultancy Adas.

Watch: No major fires raging in Uttarakhand, says forest department conservator

‘Firefighters are controlling the isolated incidents of forest fires that have been reported.’

Regional mining equipment, technology, service companies targeted with innovation accelerator program

"When those mines in Victoria expand, it means they can get in there getting those business opportunities."

Model dies in accident

Mebina Michael, model and winner of the Kannada reality show “Pyate Hudugir Halli Life” season 4 lost her life after the car she was travelling in hit a tractor in Mandya district on Tuesday evening.

'Milli Violini': I was a fake violinist in a world-class miming orchestra

Jessica Chiccehitto Hindman spent years touring America in an orchestra of gifted players who mimed to CDs. She relives their bizarre performances – and her eventual collapse

Famous birthdays for May 27: Joseph Fiennes, Lily-Rose Depp

May 27 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign of Gemini.

CM’s Rs 72.66 cr relief for those in distress

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday provided compensation of Rs 72.66 crore to 3300 beneficiaries under the Mukhya Mantri Jan Kalyan Sambal Yojana through one click in the presence of Cabinet members. On this occasion, Chief Minister Chouhan said that this compensation amount is being

"It's nice that Verstappen hasn't suddenly become an arrogant little man''

Formula 1 fans will have to wait over a month before the first action (if all goes well) can start on the Austrian circuit again. Big favourite for the race is of course the winner of the last two races: Max Verstappen.

Smart Stamp Software Developer 12CM Partners South Korea’s Largest Search Engine Provider, Naver, to Launch Cloud-Powered Fintech Platform

12CM (pronounced One-two-cee-em), the “smart” stamp software platform provider and a member company of the Born2Global Center, has partnered with Naver Busi

Antimicrobial Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is the ability of microorganisms to resist the killing capacity of antimicrobial drugs, a worryingly increasing problem. This article explores the science behind AMR, factors promoting it's spread and techniques to detect it. Looking to the future, ways to combat AMR and alternatives to antimicrobials are discussed.

A gateway to transport and energy research: The Innovation and Networks Executive Agency

D Beckers, Director, Innovation and Networks Executive Agency, charts the important work of the organisation in supporting transport and energy research

Covid-19: Portugal hopes summer tourist season can be saved

Portugal has seen relatively few cases of coronavirus compared to its neighbours, but Covid-19 and the resulting lockdown have dealt a heavy economic blow. The country is highly dependent on tourism,…

Restaurant association questions allowing reopening of places of worship

CEO at the Restaurant Association of South Africa Wendy Alberts said the industry was suffering.

Fat Tony in The Lab LDN

He's back!

How Your Kid’s (Or Kids’) School Can Go Solar

With solar being a popular choice for those looking to save on their energy costs, it's no surprise that schools are taking advantage of it as well. Furthermore, many more schools could save money by going solar. [caption id=

Haryana CM stresses water conservation, crop diversification

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said the State was making policies to save water and had sought farmers' suggestions and feedbacks. Expressing concern over falling groundwater level, he said while interacting with farmers in Kurukshetra town that it had reached below 40

State hosts forums for businesses planning to reopen

State officials have planned a series of virtual forums this week for the owners and operators businesses that will be allowed to reopen next week as Rhode Island's economic restart continues.

Pandemic behind proposed city budget cuts

Oklahoma City will try to minimize layoffs while cutting jobs in the upcoming fiscal year to make up for the COVID-19 pandemic's battering of government revenue. Budget Director Doug Dowler went over the proposed 2020-21 budget Tuesday with the city council. Public budget hearings will continue weekly through June 16, when a vote to adopt the budget is scheduled. The new spending plan takes effect July 1. City executives held out hope the blow would be lessened by Congress, which could authorize federal funds to offset sharp drops in sales tax and other revenue sources. "We're working every angle we can," said Mayor David Holt. The $1.658 billion budget proposal includes: • Freezing positions for 34

USD/JPY on the defensive around mid-107.00s, below 50-DMA

The USD/JPY pair extended its sideways consolidative price action on Wednesday and remained confined in a narrow trading band around mid-107.00s. The

COVID-19: West African Traders Losing 30 Per Cent Of Produce To Movement Restrictions

Although governments across the region have said food items are among a list of essential items that can move freely, a senior research fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute, Antoine Bouet, said most of the trade in the country are done informally and in small quantities.

Are You Celebrating International Military History Cat Day?

Yes that's right, a day to celebrate military history cats

‘Criminal Minds’, ‘It’s Always Sunny’ & A Bunch Of Other Epic Shows Hit Amazon Prime Video In June

In its prime.

Woman falls into open well, dies in Mahabubabad

A woman labourer died when she fell into a well following a landslide during the construction of a concrete wall for an open well

Katakwi hospital gets digital mobile x-ray equipment

Katakwi, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT |  Katakwi General Hospital has received a Digital Mobile X-Ray equipment to help in managing Tuberculosis and other illnesses.  The equipment worth 108 million shillings was procured by the Ministry of Health with support from the Global Fund. It uses artificial intelligence to identify individuals likely to have TB within a …

National Creative Industry Policy must be improved, says minister Saifuddin Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 ― The National Creative Industry Policy (DIKN) must be re-assessed and improved to spearhead the growth of the national creative industry, said Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah. At the same time, he said, an audit must be conducted of the...

Giant painting outside Christchurch Art Gallery finished

A giant painting on the eastern wall of Christchurch Art Gallery took three weeks to create. Designed by Kelcy Taratoa, two commercial painters,...

Wheatland man arrested on suspicion of soliciting sex with a minor

A 45-year-old Wheatland man was arrested this month for allegedly soliciting sex with a minor and dealing drugs. On May 21, the Canadian County Sheriff’s Office arrested Mickey Raper, who is accused of having a “graphic sexual social media and texting relationship” with a 14-year-old female. Authorities said Raper believed he was communicating with a Canadian County minor, but instead was communicating with an undercover sheriff's deputy who used a fake social media profile. Raper communicated with the undercover deputy for more than a year, authorities said. In March, the conversations became sexual in nature. Authorities said Raper started talking to the decoy about having sex. He also asked for nude

Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test

The Centre for Wildlife Health in Bhubaneswar was contacted to facilitate the process, she said adding that efforts are on to ascertain how the pangolin found its way into the quarantine centre.

Ofankor murder: Suspect's pumped guns were licensed over 12 years ago - Police

The Accra Regional Police command has clarified issues surrounding the ownership of some two pump guns by the suspect involved in the murder of his tenant at Ofankor.

ULikeKorea introduces COVID-19 body patch monitoring system

South Korean ICT company specializing in smart livestock health management uLikeKorea said Wednesday it has successfully developed a COVID-19 body patch system that can monitor symptoms, activity level and location related to the virus in real-time. According to uLikeKorea, the system was made with non-toxic and environmentally friendly materials that can be attached to the chest. It can detect temperature, pulse, a...

2 men jailed for rape of 2 girls in Bulacan

TWO men accused of raping two young girls in Bulacan were hauled to jail by the local police in separate anti-crime operations on Wednesday, Bulacan Police Provincial Office director, Colonel Lawrence B. Cajipe said yesterday.

Naragasooran to release soon?

Director Karthick Naren of  Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru aka D16 has revealed recently that his long pending film Naragasooran will release soon. He said, ‘Naragasooran will release but: That part is a bit dramatic.’ The movie, starring Arvind Swamy, Sundeep Kishan, Indrajith… Continue Reading →

Indore: New guidelines issued for operation of fruit and vegetable market

Former ITAT president Vimal Gandhi passes away

Former president of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Vimal Gandhi passed away on Sunday, officials of the tribunal said.

Guaranteeing the Safety of Journalists: West African experts share perspectives

In times of crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the media, and in effect journalists, are a lifeline for citizens. They serve as critical avenues and channels for the provision of needed public health education and information that help people to stay healthy and safe. At the same time, they help hold governments accountable for how they respond to the crises and how they utilise resources meant for tackling the crisis.

Obour cautioned over coronavirus protocols breaches

The Asante Akim South Municipality Assembly in the Ashanti Region has warned an NPP parliamentary aspirant against the violation of the social distancing protocol needed to stem the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak in the country.

Hawks to doves? Germany's new generation of economists

For many Europeans, Angela Merkel's change looked sudden. But the groundwork started two years ago. Germany slowly ripened for the Merkel-Macron plan. This explains why it didn't meet massive public resistance in Germany.

Can Humanism Survive the Onslaught of Hate?

"In another incidence one worker, who had a differently-abled child, took the bicycle of another person, leaving a touching letter of apology, saying that he was helpless as he has to travel with his children and there is no other means. Many a people reported it as a theft of the bicycle while the owner of the bicycle, Prabhu Dayal took it in a stride."Lately when India is undergoing the massive crisis of the Corona epidemic and the offshoots of its mishandling, we have also seen the pandemic being used to demonise a particular community in India. These hate mongers, operating through powerful medium of TV, and widespread social media which also has resorted to Fake news has intensified the Hate against religious minority. In this vast phenomenon, it seemed that all is lost as far as amity between people of different religions is concerned. Despite this broad generalisation one feels happy when one comes to know of few incidents where religious communities come forward to help each other.The most touching such…

Youth commits suicide

SRINAGAR, May 26: A youth allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself inside his home at Mahrajpora area of north Kashmir’s Sopore town.The deceased was identified as 30 year old Azad Ahmad.As the family members found him hanging, they immediately rushed him to sub-district hospital Sopore where doctors declared him brought dead.An officer while confirming the incident said a case has been registered in police station Sopore.The official added that after post-mortem the body of the deceased was handed over to family for last rites.

Man dies after being struck by train in Salisbury

A man struck by a train while riding a bicycle near the tracks in Salisbury Wednesday morning has died, Salisbury police confirm.

Tribeca Film Institute to Suspend Operations, Enact Layoffs

The Tribeca Film Institute has paused its operations and has been hit with a small round of layoffs due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Pac-Man is in Minecraft now and it's kind of rad

A few years back Microsoft introduced a marketplace into Minecraft: a place where content creators could share their creations and also share a cut with the game's publisher. Although plenty of free Minecraft creations still exist in the fr...

Nationwide study reveals poorer public toilet cleanliness

The results of a nationwide study conducted from Jan 10 to Feb 7 this year revealed that much work still needs to be done to improve public toilet hygiene standards at coffee shops and hawker centres. The Waterloo study, by Singapore Management University's (SMU) Senior...

Why Men Refuse to Wear Face Masks

Men are three times as likely as women to admit that they do not wear face masks. This fits with a broader pattern of better health behavior by women.

COVID-19 recoveries in Ukraine exceed new cases by almost a hundred in past day

The total number of confirmed cases exceeded 21,900

EUR/USD Volatility May Fall, Yet Bearish Trend Remains Intact

Markets are now rallying as global risk sentiment improves. Liquidity remains high, while interest rates have been cut across the world (in response to the rece

“Freak” fibre break delays UIF claims

The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) has apologised for a delay to the capturing of COVID-19 TERS applications for May, citing a “freak break in its network.”

EPaper Tablet Gets Desktop Linux Install

ePaper is an interesting thing, providing a non-backlit viewing experience that is much more akin to reading a book than staring at a screen. The reMarkable tablet is a device designed around just …

Parliament approves UGX 33Bn supplementary budget

Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT |  Parliament on Tuesday approved a supplementary budget of 33 Billion Shillings for the current financial year 2019/2020. The budget will cater for maintenance of several Kampala Capital City roads, interventions for street children and others.  The funds were approved during a plenary session chaired by Speaker of Parliament Rebecca Kadaga, …

Bike-sharing services get commuters to drive less

When bike-sharing services open in cities, more people start to commute by bicycle and take public transit, new research shows.

Commission to propose EU budget of €1.1T for seven years

Figure would raise spending compared to current seven-year budget for EU27.

New Age Leadership

Since the dawn of human civilization, history has witnessed countless rulers and iconic leaders all across the world. While some like George Washington,

Stable democracies better at fostering economic growth

Research findings clearly show that compared to autocracies, democracies experience better economic development and are more responsive to the concerns of marginalised sections of society

Public must obtain CAAM clearance to fly drones during CMCO, says senior minister

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Members of the public who wish to fly a drone during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period must first apply and obtain a permit from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM). Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said...

SAMRC: Apology to Health Dept has nothing to do with Gray’s comments

On Tuesday, the council released a statement apologising to the department, following a public row between the SAMRC's Glenda Gray and Health Minister Zweli Mkhize.

Aled Davies joins Saracens on three-year deal from Ospreys

Wales scrum-half Aled Davies has joined Saracens on a three-year deal from Ospreys.

Makhura declares West Rand a COVID-19 hotspot

The mining area has seen an increase in coronavirus cases since the lockdown was lowered to alert level four earlier this month.

Lagos pulls down distressed storey-building - The Nation Nigeria

The Lagos State government on Tuesday demolished a two-storey building located on Western Avenue. The building, situated at ..

Adelaide preschool operator issued $23,000 fine for exploiting workers for financial gain

The operator of two Adelaide Montessori preschools has been issued with a $23,000 fine after she was found to have “exploited workers for financial and business gain” the ABC has reported.

Stolen car abandoned after crashing into tree in Bolton

It has since been recovered for forensic analysis

Two held for swindling Rs 48L through chit fund company

Two persons were arrested for swindling Rs 48 lakh on the pretext of doubling the money within 15 days, police said here on Tuesday. The accused had created a phony chit-fund concern, ‘The Future Company’. They claimed it to be a chain-marketing company which could double

Enagás: COVID-Resistant Regulated Utility But Spanish Exposure Is Sub-Optimal

Enagás is a regulated Spanish utility for transmission of gas and gas storage. It has several interesting investments in affiliates, diversifying its income acr

Mystic Who Could Survive Without Food Or Water Dies, Find Out More About Prahlad Jani

Prahlad Jani they mystic who became famous for his unique way of surviving without food or water died at 91 in his native village.

CSIRO using GPS to monitor Australia's wild bovine from space | ZDNet

Australia's scientific research organisation has launched a AU$4 million satellite herd-tracking program.

Johor mall reopens less than 24hrs after shutdown order

Aeon Mall Tebrau City was ordered to close for a week due to safe distancing, lack of sanitizers.

Mob stones father of 7 to death for stealing chicken to feed hungry family

A father of seven children has been stoned to death by an angry mob in Uganda for allegedly stealing chicken to feed his hungry family The incident happened in Kamurojjo-Muro village, Serere district, in the Teso

In pics | Economic impact of coronavirus pandemic in India as per CRISIL

Highlighting the grave economic impact of COVID-19, Crisil has said India is staring at its worst recession since Independence. Here are its impact on key indicators

Ray of Hope for Tharaka Woman Tortured by Husband [VIDEO]

Speaking while receiving treatment at JM Memorial hospital in Nyandarua County, the mother of one explained that her one...

Hyundai Capital America goes live with Sopra’s Cassiopae

Hyundai Capital America (HCA), the captive finance arm of Hyundai Motor Company, has gone live on Sopra Banking Software’s Cassiopae system.

Coronavirus update: Germany virus reproduction rate drops further to 0.70

According to the latest data from the German disease and epidemic control center, Robert Koch Institute (RKI), the number of confirmed coronavirus cas

Nurse who led efforts to tackle Edinburgh's 'Trainspotting' HIV explosion dies

Heather Black dedicated her work to supporting those with drug addiction.

Powerful 6.1 Earthquake Hits Off Vanuatu Coast - USGS

The nation in located in a region that is part of the Pacific Ocean basin's "Ring of Fire", notorious for its earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Saudi Arabia extends tourist visas for 3 months for free

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has extended the validity of all tourist visas which had expired during the period of suspension of international flights, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The General Directorate of Passports that the extension is done automatically through the system and does not require travel to the Directorate’s offices.

Number of active coronavirus cases in Israel: 2,019 - Inside Israel

Number of coronavirus carriers who are on respirators rises to 33. No deaths have been recorded in Israel in the past day.

Electric motorbike gives Zimbabwean rural women path out of poverty

WEDZA, Zimbabwe, (Reuters) – In the rural Zimbabwe district of Wedza, a new electric-powered motorcycle is helping bring income to poor women and easing the burden of looking after families.

Coronavirus lockdown | Girl dies of snakebite at quarantine centre in Uttarakhand

People lodged in quarantine centres in hilly areas have been complaining about dirty washrooms and shortage of water supply.

First Majestic Silver Is A Great Bet On Higher Silver Prices

If silver prices rise, First Majestic is well-positioned among major silver producers to see strong share performance. First Majestic has been improving operati

TUC fights Trade Fair Company over ‘illegal’ mass layoffs

Leadership of the Public Services Workers’ Union, (PSWU) of the Trades Union Congress, (TUC) has locked horns with CEO for the Ghana Trade Fair Company, GTFC Dr Agnes Adu over what the Union terms “unconventional mass termination of appointments of some 23 staff of the Company.

Winter vegetable markets to reopen today with new timings

Winter vegetable markets will reopen today after three-day Eid Al Fitr break with new timings, offering a number of farm fresh local vegetables at competitive prices.

South Africa marks milestone for emergency power procurement

DMRE has confirmed that South Africa's energy regulator is in agreement with a Ministerial determination for the procurement of 2,000MW of emergency power.

KidsFest gets the green light to go ahead in July

Planning for the popular annual Canterbury children's event KidsFest is under way, in spite of the challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic....

Manned SpaceX mission called off minutes before lift-off

Nasa and SpaceX are preparing for the first manned launch to take off from American soil since 2011. Watch the livestream here.

Mercedes-Benz boss has ‘mixed emotions’ about AMG chief’s departure...

The head of Mercedes-Benz says the Daimler-owned automaker has “mixed emotions” about the departure of Mercedes-AMG boss Tobias Moers.

Tirupati resumes sale of laddus in Andhra, devotees can also order them online

Around 2.4 lakh laddus were distributed in 12 districts of Andhra Pradesh at a subsidised price on Wednesday. According to TTD, the laddus can be ordered online and collected from the nearest TTD centre or TTD kalyana mandapam in the state. 

MPs plead poverty

SEVERAL members of parliament have only declared part of what they own in their asset declarations, while there are glaring discrepancies compared to previous wealth admissions.

May 27: 17 New Cases of COVID-19 in Bulgaria - Total Reached 2460

The National Operations Headquarters provided up-to-date data on the situation with the coronavirus in the country during the regular morning briefing. 17 new positive probes have been identified.

Govt to decentralise MPSC

SHILLONG: The Meghalaya Public Service Commission (MPSC) will be decentralised to make it more efficient and transparent.After inaugurating the newly constructed building of the MPSC at Lower Lachumiere on Tuesday, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said t

Cinematographer booked for cheating in Hyderabad

Tollywood character artiste Sai Sudha Reddy has lodged a complaint against cinematographer Shyam K Naidu at the SR Nagar police station alleging that he cheated her on the pretext of marrying her.

The Dark And Downright Terrifying History Of European Death Metal

The story of European death metal is a violent and disturbing one.

128-Year-Old Melbourne Institution Hopetoun Tea Rooms Is Up for Sale

The eatery – which has been operating in the CBD’s iconic Block Arcade since 1892, drawing crowds with its extravagant cake displays and wide-ranging tea menu – reportedly owes more than $3 million.

Uncertainty looms over Bonalu celebrations

Uncertainty prevails over this year’s annual Bonalu festival, with cases of Covid-19 continuing to get reported in the State.

Street Fighter V: Champion Edition to receive final season of DLC content

Capcom has revealed plans to release one final season of DLC content for Street Fighter V: Champion Edition.

Jagan Should Answer to the YSRCP Social Media Abuse of Judiciary?

Right from Jagan to the party leaders and cadre, YSR Congress is infamous for linking the judges to Chandrababu Naidu. Finally, the court decided to take them to the task.

USD/JPY climbs to fresh daily highs above 107.80 supported by risk-on flows

The USD/JPY pair fluctuated in a very tight range near 107.50 during the Asian trading hours but started to climb higher on strengthening risk appetit

South Korean institutions lure global talent

The country is making headway in the effort to internationalize its scientific workforce.

Spark Backs Kiwi Innovators To Harness 5G, To Transform Healthcare And Stimulate Economic Recovery

With the Government’s 5G spectrum allocation announced and businesses now operating in a changed world, Spark has reshaped and relaunched its 5G Starter Fund with an added focus on transforming health and wellness for all New Zealanders. The Fund has been increased and will provide a pool of $625,000 for up to four Kiwi businesses to develop 5G applications that can help to support New Zealand’s economic recovery.

Delhi witnesses 792 new coronavirus cases in biggest single-day jump

Fifteen more deaths have been reported, taking the total number of deaths to 303

Watch: Air Force chief flies LCA Tejas at the induction ceremony of the aircraft’s second squadron

The ceremony took place in Sulur, Tamil Nadu.

Muslim regimes continue to violate human rights amid the pandemic - Opeds

Turkey and Syria to Pakistan and Bangladesh, human and minority rights violations continue unabetted, as the world turns a blind eye. Op-ed.

[Monitor] Air transport hit hardest by pandemic

The production performance of many Korean companies was found to have deteriorated in the first quarter this year due to the global economic downturn and the impact of the pandemic, latest data showed Wednesday. Local corporate tracker CEOScore surveyed 127 companies, which submitted quarterly reports and disclosed their production capacity and performance, among the nation’s top 500 companies. According to...

Arrivals continue to haggle over paid quarantine

People arriving from other states in Dehradun continued to argue with the district administration officials over paid quarantine on Tuesday. This was stated by Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Doiwala, Laxmi Raj Chauhan who is supervising the arrival of passengers in the district by flights.

Mani Ratnam moves from 'Ponniyin Selvan' to another project due to lockdown? - Tamil News - IndiaGlitz.com

Mani Ratnam started his dream project 'Ponniyin Selvan' in 2019 after several attempts in the past.  He assembled one of the biggest star cast in India that includes Vikram, Karthi, Jayam Ravi, Pra

How South Korea made itself a global innovation leader

Systemic reform backed by strong investment has brought rapid and long-lasting results.

Reunions: Oklahoma high school reunions

Editor's note: In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19, several venues and businesses are temporarily closed. Please confirm all reunion plans. Altus Altus High School class of 1980: Looking for classmates for a 40th reunion June 26-28. For information, contact Michelle at 918-706-1909. Anadarko Anadarko High School class of 1960: Looking for classmates for a 60th reunion Sept. 18-20. For more information, email Jennakidd@att.net. Anadarko High School class of 1970: Looking for classmates for a 50th reunion Nov. 6-7. For more information, contact Rick Davis at 405-229-9931 or rick@davis-scoreboards.com; or email Donna Hanson at camcarsgram@yahoo.com.

Learn about places that do not allow entry without wearing mask

Whoever violates these decisions shall be punished with a fine not exceeding LE 4,000, or a penalty of detention.

Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia announces reopening of mosques

The Saudi Press Agency published a statement

Kalaburgi district records maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius

Karnataka's Kalaburgi district recorded a maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, as per information provided by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Malaysian family’s catchy Hari Raya song goes viral after drawing inspiration from restricted celebration under MCO (VIDEO)

PETALING JAYA, May 27 — A Malaysian family did not imagine that their creative Hari Raya song would become viral after posting it online, which was what happened during the muted Aidilfitri celebrations. Using musical instruments such as tabla (small drums), mridangam (barrel-shaped double-headed...

How failure to embrace the cloud could be the end of Wall Street as we know it

If you work in the financial services industry, you’re forgiven if you’re suffering from a bit of cloud fatigue. The rise of cloud technology and its implications have been hot topics on Wall Street for years now, and rightly so – the benefits are immense and will inform the digital strategy of countless firms in the years to come.

Youth Online Businesses Face Closure as Govt Demands Fees

Deejays and those with online shops selling various goods including clothes, shoes and food items are affected by the pronouncements from...

Integral to Provide Workflow Automation to Velocity Trade

Integral announced that it has been selected by Jefferies’ TrueFX trading network, Velocity Trade, to update its workflow automation and trading technology.

Zimbabwe Covid-19 cases accelerates to 132

ZIMBABWE’S confirmed coronavirus cases have accelerated to a shock 132 with 76 new cases recorded in Beitbridge, Masvingo and Harare.

Greece and Egypt talk tourism in post-pandemic era

Greece’s Tourism minister Harry Theoharis spoke with his Egyptian counterpart on Monday, where they discussed closer tourism collaboration in the

Efficacy of Financial Literacy Programmes

Financial institutions- markets-instruments- services are lifeblood of an economy. These perform significant role in developing society. Modern societies

Chiredzi Hospital Drama As Good Samaritan Kidnaps Woman’s New Born Baby

Chiredzi Hospital Drama As Good Samaritan Kidnaps Woman’s New Born. Chiredzi police are looking for a light skinned woman who is believed

Family Narrates Brutal Murder of Kin by Police During Curfew [VIDEO]

A family narrated the brutal murder of their kin by police officers during curfew...

Design Firm Creates Futuristic Protective Suits For Concerts After COVID-19 Era

The futuristic suits aim to provide a “solution for bringing people together safety.”

Senior councillor removed from Ashfield Independents

He will remain a councillor

Constables thrash 65-year-old woman, daughters

Police claim women were raising a jhuggi on govt. land; victims allege policemen demanded money

Nigeria can export 5,000 seafarers yearly, says Seafarers’ Board

CHAIRMAN, National  Seafarers Welfare Board,  NSWB, Nigeria, Otunba Kunle Folarin, has unveiled a template that could see a

Ebe Dancel celebrates birthday with Facebook show

You're invited!

June's SLAS discovery features the special collection, 'ion channels and relevant drug screening approaches'

In this issue, Guest Editor Veli-Pekka Jaakola, Ph.D., (Confo Therapeutics, Belgium) highlights a series of articles focused on new screening tools and assays that find new chemical matter for medically relevant membrane protein targets

Slideshow | Gainers & Losers: 10 stocks that moved the most on May 27

Among Sectors, Nifty Bank rose 7 percent followed by IT, metal and energy space, while pharma index ended marginally lower.

Author Annie Zaidi says literature will reflect what has been forced into the foreground

She feels that how we’ll write post the COVID-19 pandemic depends on how long it lasts