Twitter Fact-checker Claimed Trump Admin Are 'ACTUAL NAZIS'; Mocked 'Fly Over' States

Yoel Roth, the Twitter official in charge of its fact-checking policy, has tweeted that members of the Trump administration are "Nazis."

How Australia is Balancing Between Economic Reliance on China and Total Strategic Dependence on US

Following in the footsteps of Washington, Australia is ramping up tensions with Beijing despite its huge economic dependence on China, say Professor Alexander Gillespie...

Canadian soldiers witness 'deeply disturbing' scenes in seniors' residences: PM

OTTAWA: Canadian soldiers helping to manage the coronavirus outbreak in seniors' residences have witnessed some "deeply disturbing" scenes, Prime ...

Chicago sees deadliest Memorial day in years

10 people shot dead and 32 severely injured

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

Two policemen shot dead in Islamabad

Police says investigation into the killings underway, promises to bring perpetrators to account soon.

DRC: Anger over the sacking of president's ally as deputy speaker of parliament

They burnt tyres to protest against the dismissal of a UDPS official, Jean-Marc Kabund, from his post as first vice-president of the assembly by a vote of the deputies.

Always be safe: President Donald Trump's message to United States

President Donald Trump had a message to offer those who crowded pools and boardwalks over the Memorial Day weekend, defying coronavirus social distancing guidelines: “Always be safe.” Trump did not

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has ‘decelerated’ pace of COVID-19 spread

There have been "multiple gains" from the lockdown and the most important of them is that it has "decelerated the pace" of spread of COVID-19

More liquidity needed, states should come forward with Rs 20 trn: Gadkari

Efforts are on to develop vaccine for the coronavirus, Gadkari said, adding "we will have to learn the art of living with coronavirus"

‘I can’t breathe’ – Here’s what we know about George Floyd’s death in the hands of Minneapolis police

George Floyd, an African-American man, died after a white Minneapolis cop who arrested him knelt on his neck despite pleading that he could not breathe.

'A force for good in this world': Tributes to 'passionate' Walsall healthcare worker

A much-loved healthcare worker who died following a terminal illness has been described as a "force for good" in helping the most vulnerable.

Taiwan court gives man who robbed watches in Hong Kong 10 years, 10 months in jail

Hong Kong turned down requests for assistance from Taiwan investigators

Donald Trump Continues Pressing 'Psycho Joe Scarborough' About 'Cold Case'

President Donald Trump continued tweeting about the conspiracy theory surrounding Joe Scarborough and the death of one of his interns.

Second lawsuit filed against Missouri Medicaid expansion

Conservative advocacy group United for Missouri on Wednesday announced it's suing to take a proposal to expand Medicaid health care eligibility to thousands more low-income adults off the Aug. 4 ballo

Sebi again extends deadline to apply for 147 senior level vacancies amid Covid-19

NEW DELHI: Markets regulator Sebi has again extended the deadline to apply for the post of 147 senior level executives … Sebi again extends deadline to apply for 147 senior level vacancies amid Covid-19 Read More »

Sebi again extends deadline to apply for 147 senior-level vacancies amid Covid-19

Markets regulator Sebi has again extended the deadline to apply for the post of 147 senior-level executives by two months till July 31 in the wake of coronavirus pandemic.

Military report details 'disturbing' issues in Ontario long-term care homes

TORONTO — A military report on five Ontario long-term care homes released Tuesday details "horrific" allegations of insect infestations, aggressive resident feeding that caused choking, bleeding infections, and residents crying for help for hours.

Senior Chassidic Dayan Joins Boycott of Eliezer Berland

Last week, three of the world's most prestigious Haredi courts issued a harsh and unprecedented ruling against Berland.

Actor Kiran Kumar Tests Negative For COVID-19!

Actor Kiran Kumar, who was tested positive for COVID-19 last week, has now tested negative for the diagnosis. The Dhadkan actor said that his third Coronavirus test has come negative, but his family is still under isolation.

Border closures, pre-travel tests of little use against COVID-19 spread: EU agency

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Border closures do little to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the European Union’s public health agency said, as EU states weigh lifting some travel restrictions imposed at the start of the coronavirus pandemic in Europe.

After shortages, Britain opens new protective equipment supply lines

LONDON: Britain said on Tuesday (May 26) it had agreed deals with more than 100 new suppliers of personal protective equipment (PPE) used to ...

Covid-19: 792 new cases detected in Delhi, total shoots to 15,257

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHWF) reported 1,51,767 as the total number of cases in the country with 4,337 deaths.

US Lawmakers Raise Amendment in Privacy Bill Concerning Warrantless Surveillance Against its Citizens

Both sides of the aisle will deal with privacy issues that will deter unwarranted surveillance of Americans by the government.

Row over naming Bengaluru city's flyover after Veer Savarkar

Leader of Opposition and Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah termed the move to name the flyover after Savarkar as an insult to freedom fighters from Karnataka's soil and urged Yediyurappa to drop it and instead name it after a freedom fighter from the state.

Government issues fresh rules for inter-State travel

14-day quarantine mandatory for all travellers including Defence, Railway, ISRO and medical professionals In Mysuru, six hotels with 266 rooms reserved for facility quarantine; free accommodation at Morarji School Bengaluru/Mysuru: The Karnataka Government has tightened restrictions to those who are coming from high-risk States. At the same time, it has decided to allow commercial activities...

UP to bring industry chambers on board for providing jobs to migrants

So far, the state has evacuated more than 2.5 mn stranded workers

Locusts spare Delhi for now, but threat continues

The current trajectory of locust movement from Rajasthan is towards Madhya Pradesh and going further southwards towards Maharashtra. The Locust Control Office has been fighting the locust challenge for more than two weeks now

Protesters in Minneapolis clash with police after death of black man officers had pinned down

Hundreds gathered to protest and express their anger over the death of a black man who died in police custody.

Twitter Has Not Fact-checked Adam Schiff's False Claims of 'Russian Collusion'

Twitter's new policy evidently does not extend to Democrats like Adam Schiff, who claimed Russian "collusion" even after the Mueller report.

Why Biden benefits by disappearing

To win the election, keep Joe out of sight

Woman's murder conviction quashed after judge's 'boring' comments

A woman who was jailed for bludgeoning a lonely widower to death with a tin of mangoes and a statue of the Virgin Mary has had her conviction overturned.

'Fight for every job': University union on war footing

A day after Scott Morrison urged all sides to 'lay down their weapons', the university staff union have threatened widespread industrial action.

Technician shoots dead three colleagues in Thailand

BANGKOK, May 27 — A technician shot dead three of his male colleagues at a state-run radio station, including the director, and wounded another in northern Thailand today, according to police. In the incident at 11am, the 58-year-old man, armed with two handguns, a 9mm and .38, killed the...

Court rejects compo for woman who hurt hip after 'excessive socialising'

Danielle Dring, who slipped on wet tiles after a night of champagne, wine and cocktails on a work trip, has failed again in her bid for compensation from Telstra.

Court rejects compo for woman who hurt hip after 'excessive socialising'

Danielle Dring, who slipped on wet tiles after a night of champagne, wine and cocktails on a work trip, has failed again in her bid for compensation from Telstra.

Man, 22, killed in jet ski accident had only bought it that morning

A 22-year-old man has died after a jet ski incident in the sea near Teignmouth last night. The man, from High Wycombe, was riding the jet ski when he got into trouble.

France bans use of hydroxychloroquine to cure coronavirus

The country’s public health agency advised against use outside of clinical trials.

Surge of financial aid has HALO service ‘optimistic’ about short-term future

Air ambulance organizations in Alberta depend on donations, but charities are suffering after the novel coronavirus pandemic iced the global economy

Israel reports 23 fresh COVID-19 cases, no new deaths reported

The number of recoveries increased to 14,457 with 150 new recoveries, while the number of active cases decreased to 2,019.

Latin America now epicentre of global COVID-19 outbreak

The global death toll from the coronavirus pandemic has now passed 350,000 with more than 5.6 million people have been infected.

Woman, 40s, set upon by two teenagers while walking in Callan, Co Kilkenny

The woman escaped with minor injuries after the shocking attack

AIHRC Spotlights Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan's North

The Afghan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) on Wednesday expressed deep concerns over reports of an increase in the number of civilian casualties in the northern parts of the cou

Coronavirus update: Air India staff on board Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive

According to the District Public Relations Office, the man arrived on May 25 by a domestic flight at the Sahnewal Airport. However, test results of 10 of his co-passengers have come negative

Medically Vulnerable Immigrants Denied Release From ICE Facility

A group of medically vulnerable immigrants who are being held in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility with the worst Covid-19 outbreak in the nation cannot be released despite their claims about the risks of contracting the virus, a federal judge in California ruled Tuesday.

ICC threatens to shift 2021 T20 World Cup from India over tax issues

The Indian board's request for a deadline extension due to the Covid-19 pandemic has been rejected | ESPN.co.uk

Mixed reaction from spiritual leaders to relaxed rules for religious gatherings

Religious leaders are aware of the dangers - 'we don't want our churches to be gateways to the grave,' said one.

Lockdown: Mixed reaction from religious leaders to relaxed rules for gatherings

There is mixed reaction to President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement that religious gatherings of up to 50 people will be permitted as the country braces itself for the Covid-19 peak.

Convicted Al-Qaeda Terror Financer Ibrahim Zubair Sent To Home Quarantine After Being Deported To India

A man who was convicted in the US for terror funding the Al-Qaeda and then deported to India last week, has been brought to Hyderabad, police said on Wednesday.

Migrant crisis: In heart-wrenching video, toddler tries to wake dead mother at Bihar railway station

The mother was heading to Kathiar along with her two children, sister and sister's husband, the Railway Ministry said

How the Chinese perfected the art of propaganda through deception and subterfuge

Orthodox synagogue in Los Angeles holds Friday night services despite state ban - US & Canada

Orthodox congregation in Los Angeles reopens in defiance of California's ban on religious gatherings.

New Zealand deputy PM breaks ranks to urge Ardern to lift Covid-19 lockdown

Political kingmaker Winston Peters says nation has been in lockdown for ‘too long’ and calls for immediate move to the lowest level of restrictions

Ice Cube: How Many Cops Have to Kill Black Americans 'Before We Strike Back?'

In the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis, veteran rapper and actor Ice Cube asked how much more "crime" must police officers commit against black Americans "before we strike back?"  

Nizamuddin Markaz: Delhi Police to chargesheet 280 foreign visitors who attended Tablighi Jamaat event

Earlier this month, the Crime Branch had collected several documents related to the funding of Tablighi Jamaat members

EU proposes $825 billion COVID-19 'Recovery Plan for Europe'

May 27 (UPI) -- The European Union on Wednesday proposed a $825 billion stimulus plan to help stabilize member states amid a recession brought on by the COVID-19 crisis.

Montenegro woos tourists to Europe's 'corona-free' corner

Less than two months after detecting its first infection, Montenegro is the first country in Europe to declare itself coronavirus-free, a success story the tiny country hopes will lure tourists to its dazzling Adriatic coast this summer.

PML-N lambastes govt for 'allowing sugar export when there was shortage' in country

The opposition party's leaders reiterate demand for prime minister's resignation

Brazilian gang held in Offaly had sub-machine gun and student visas

Men suspected of planning murder of member of criminal gang

JNU Prof’s Fix for Economy’s Revival Post Lockdown

According to Mumbai-based think-tank, Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE), more than 122 million Indians — mainly daily wage … JNU Prof’s Fix for Economy’s Revival Post Lockdown Read More »

Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as virus slows recovery

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

Uttarakhand NOT burning: Forest fires way less, fake news being spread on social media says CM Trivendra Rawat

Incidents of forest fires in Uttarakhand are way less this year and false panic is being spread on social media using old and unrelated photos, Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said on Wednesday. Rawat's comments followed social media getting flooded with frightening images apparently of forest fires in Uttarakhand

Campaign groups call for chicken farms moratorium

An open letter asking for a pause to chicken farm planning applications has been sent to to Powys County Council’s leader and chief executive.

In CA: Essential workers shouldn't be deported, immigration attorney says

She cleans hotel rooms the state set aside for homeless individuals to curb the spread of the coronavirus — and the mother of four is getting deported. Also, barbershops and hair salons reopen throughout much of the state. Plus: Find out how one beach successfully opened to sunbathers.

Despite COVID-19 Crisis Britain Has Not Let Its Guard Down To Terrorist Threat, Says Expert

The British state, including the security forces, have been focusing on the threat from COVID-19 since it arrived in February. So does that mean the police are letting...

UP restarts road, bridge projects totalling Rs 31,000 cr as lockdown eases

The state has expedited infra projects to boost economy, create jobs in hinterland

Ex-Citi banker's alleged ties at issue in insider trading appeal

When prosecutors knew about possible links between a former Citigroup banker and a wealthy businessman will be one of the issues reviewed.

People Coming in Goa are not Required to be Quarantined: CM Pramod Sawant -

The Goa government has changed its Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for people entering the state. People entering the state through

As Covid-19 cases rise in 17 states, Americans still divided on whether masks should be mandated

(CNN) — As more places across the US offer people a chance to shop or dine inside, the issue of whether to wear a mask has...

China desires to sort out issues with India through dialogue: Pakistan FM

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Foreign Minister of Pakistan Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said that China and Nepal do not want confrontation with India and desire to sort out issues through dialogue; however they cannot remain oblivious to India’s illegal constructions, the Dispatch News Desk (DND) news agency reported. In a statement on Wednesday on the regional situation as India has resorted to jeopardize peace by locking horns with its neighbours, the foreign minister warned India’s aggressive policy towards its neighbours is putting at stake the regional peace and security, and urged the world community to take notice of it. The foreign minister expressed concerns over the construction of air strips and other infrastructure in the disputed territory of Ladakh. Shah Mahmood Qureshi said that the Indian atrocities in Occupied Jammu and Kashmir are before everybody and it is bent upon changing the demographic composition of the territory. Simultaneously, India has also introduced controversial laws i.e Citizenship Amendment…

Maha Vikas Aghadi Government Can’t Dance, Courtyard is Rough!

Unable to handle the COVID19 crisis efficiently, the MVA government led by the Shiv Sena has turned its frustration towards those who are critical of it. Criticism on Social Media and not management of the health crisis seems to be the priority of the MVA government. - Devidas Deshpande  

As COVID19 situation goes out of hand, MVA govt in Maharashtra comes with a gag order to curb social media criticism

Unable to handle the COVID19 crisis efficiently, the MVA government led by the Shiv Sena has turned its frustration towards those who are critical of it. Criticism on Social Media and not management of the health crisis seems to be the priority of the MVA government. - Devidas Deshpande  

WHO says the Americas are new COVID-19 epicenter as deaths surge in Latin America

The Americas have emerged as the new epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a Tuesday briefing, as a US study forecast deaths surging in Brazil and other Latin American countries through August.

After surviving COVID-19, grandmother, 71, killed while protecting granddaughter from attack

Sheila Lucas was fatally shot and killed Saturday night in Southeast Washington while trying to protect her granddaughter during an attack.

India should avoid understanding Beijing through 'biased' US lens, says Chinese strategic analyst

In the article, he also accused India of starting the latest standoff, alleging that it was a

The 1918 Spanish flu: How lessons learned apply to today's COVID-19 pandemic

The 1918 H1N1 influenza pandemic, also known as the Spanish flu, was the most severe pandemic in modern history. About 675,000 deaths were reported in the United States.

Amphan has gone but why Mamata Banerjee is still nervous

It was on Wednesday last week that Amphan hit West Bengal leaving a trail of devastation. People are hitting street protesting against Mamata Banerjee government. She has to face election next year.

Nevada governor to allow casinos to reopen next week

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak (D) on Tuesday announced that the state’s casinos will begin reopening next week, a move that could provide a big economic boost amid the coronavirus’s burgeoning economic

Concern over political donation mystery

DURING the Troubles, and their aftermath, some of the Stormont parties maintained that fully disclosing all their financial donations would leave supporters open to the prospect of intimidation and worse.

McConnell Contradicts Trump, Says There’s ‘No Stigma’ In Wearing A Mask

The president has criticized reporters for wearing masks and consistently refused to wear one at public events.

Search continues for missing N.L. fisherman Wednesday after three bodies found

ST. LAWRENCE, N.L. — The search for a fisherman missing since Monday evening is continuing off the south coast of Newfoundland today after the bodies of three others from the lost vessel were recovered.

Heatwave conditions to persist in Andhra Pradesh for next 24 hours

Heatwave conditions are likely to persist for another day in the State, according to an Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) report.

‘Certainly not an eye-wash’: Nobel-winning economist Abhijit Banerjee on Centre's Rs 20 lakh crore stimulus

The Nobel laureate has voiced hope that the Centre's economic relief package will boost the supply side which will drive economic recovery.

Democrats' big-city dominance leaves GOP with few alternatives to move Trump convention

President Trump’s threat to move the Republican convention could run headlong into the same political and logistical stumbling blocks motivating the GOP to consider yanking the event from Charlotte, North Carolina — Democratic elected officials.

Personal data of 2.9 crore Indian job seekers leaked on dark web: Report

The same threat actor who leaked the Aadhaar card details later dropped details of 18 lakh residents of Madhya Pradesh for free on May 19.

Lawyer: Virus is halting progress in Boston kidnapping case

The case against a Rhode Island man accused of kidnapping and killing a Boston woman has been halted due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to his defense.

Vizag gas leak: SC grants 30 employees access to plant

“As an ad interim measure, we permit the petitioner to give a list of 30 personnel as discussed hereinabove. Upon such names being given to the District Collector, those persons shall be afforded access to the plant round the clock to maintain adequate safety measures,” the court said.

Mourning New York pastor feeds faithful devastated by COVID-19

New York, United States | AFP |  New York pastor Fabian Arias has been in constant mourning these past two months — the coronavirus has killed 44 of his mostly Hispanic parishioners, highlighting inequalities he says are being worsened by Donald Trump’s government. Amid the tragedies, the Argentine priest is providing a lifeline to his devastated congregation: …

Ingraham: 'No good reason' to keep lockdowns in place except to hamstring economy ahead of election

Laura Ingraham opened Tuesday's "Ingraham Angle" by slamming Democrats, particularly proponents of coronavirus lockdowns, as Americans begin to benefit from the slow reopening of the country's economy.

China’s increasing belligerence in South China Sea threatens international peace and regional stability

The unilateral action by China to ban fishing in SCS and threat fisherman is bullying tactic, according to experts. The threat by China to its neighbours must be met through solidarity and unity among Chinas neighbours and members of the international community.

WHO creates foundation to tap new funding sources

The WHO Foundation is being created as an independent grant-making entity that will support the organisation's efforts to address the most pressing global health challenges by raising new funding from

COVID-19 in Madhya Pradesh: Neemuch crosses century mark

Limerick man appears in US court on rhino horn charges

A 30-year-old Limerick man who was extradited to the United States to face allegations of trafficking endangered rhinoceros horns has appeared in court in Texas.

Steve Bannon wins case to set up Italy political academy

Steve Bannon, the former adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy's culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political academy. The ministry said it would appeal the regional court's decision. The court ruled for the Dignitatis Humanae

Is Trump going to cruise to re-election on a partial coronavirus recovery?

He might win, but it will be in spite of a horrible economy

I am under a lockdown, but not because of the coronavirus

In the last few months, due to the coronavirus pandemic, millions of people around the world experienced for the first time the difficulties and frustrations of living under state-imposed rules and regulations that restrict their freedom of movement. 

Promoter, alcohol vendor under investigation after large, illegal beach parties broken up on Oahu | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Honolulu Liquor Commission and law enforcement agencies are investigating two businesses that may have organized and profited from massive parties that violated COVID-19 emergency rules, liquor, and permitting laws, over Memorial Day weekend at Waimea Bay Beach Park and Kaena Point State Park.

Promoter, alcohol vendor under investigation after large, illegal beach parties broken up on Oahu | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Honolulu Liquor Commission and law enforcement agencies are investigating two businesses that may have organized and profited from massive parties that violated COVID-19 emergency rules and liquor and permitting laws over Memorial Day weekend at Waimea Bay Beach Park and Kaena Point State Park.

India’s LAC infra upgrade unnerves China

India News: China has been unnerved by India’s slow but steady improvement in border infrastructure for faster mobility of its troops and weapon systems in forwar

French team visits plane crash site, demands complete record of A320

French team visits plane crash site, demands complete record of A320

Pilot of the crashed plane did not open landing gear: ATC

Air traffic controller and approach tower controller have submitted their written statements

COVID-19: At 0.46 per cent, Odisha's fatality rate among lowest in India

The recovery rate was also high at 48.25 per cent while the India average was 41.61 per cent. As many as 732 patients have recovered in the State so far. 

'Move On', British Government Says Following Outrage Over PM Adviser Dominic Cummings

Earlier, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's top aide, Dominic Cummings, his wife and their child traveled 260 miles from London to the northeastern city of Durham in late...

Big Tech thought the pandemic wouldn’t be political. Think again.

What happens when the medical misinformation comes from the president?

‘No mask, no ride’ policy in South Korea

The government, in a new directive, ordered buses and taxi drivers to limit or refuse to offer rides to passengers who do not wear masks as part of the tightened quarantine measures against the pandemic outbreak

Democratic unity starts to crack in coronavirus liability reform fight

A group of moderate Senate Democrats say they are open to considering liability protection for businesses in the next round of coronavirus relief legislation, a crack in Democratic unity that gives

NDDC saga: Agbamuche denies fronting for NASS members

The last is yet to be heard of the crises rocking the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as one of its contractors, Chief Nelson Agbamuche has see enied ever fronting for members of the national Assembly.

NDDC Probe: Leave me out of your battles with NASS, Agbamuche tells Ojuogboh, NDDC

A High Chief from Odozi-Ani of Akwukwu Igbo Kingdom of Delta State, Nelson Agbamuche has dissociated himself from the brewing...

Quarantine-Free Flights From Australia Could Start Within Weeks

An air-travel corridor between Australia and New Zealand could be trialed within weeks, a key test of how international flights worldwide can resume while the coronavirus threat remains.

Ramatu Aliyu: FCT state minister donates salary for inmates release

Minister of State for Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Hajia Ramatu Aliyu, has channelled her May salary towards the release of five inmates from Kuje prison.

Chhattisgarh: Naxals release Minpa encounter video, show weapons looted from jawans

The March 21 attack was one of the deadliest by Maoists on security personnel in recent times.

Assam: Over 2 lakh affected in flash floods triggered by Cyclone Amphan; more rainfall predicted for next 2-3 days

More than two lakh people in Assam are currently affected by the flash floods

MP people will give Scindia a befitting reply: Kamal Nath

The end of Europe's Chinese dream

Three developments have led the EU to abandon its goal of closer economic ties.

2020 budget: NASS suspends holiday to consider revised appropriation bill

The National Assembly, the legislative arm of the country, has put its holiday on hold in order to reconvene and consider the 2020 revised budget on Thursday.

Gujarat: 17-year-old girl flogged in public for eloping; three booked

The video of the incident surfaced on social media Wednesday, after which the police identified the accused and booked them. No arrests have been made so far.

Gujarat: Three booked for flogging 17-year-old girl who allegedly eloped

The police in Chhota Udepur said that the girl’s relatives thrashed her with a stick in public view on May 21.

NYC Commission on Human Rights to probe Central Park ‘Karen’ Amy Cooper

The New York City Commission on Human Rights has announced it is launching an investigation into the case of the white dog-walker who called the cops on a black man in Central Park. “At a time when

Exiled ex-minister rubbishes Govt third force claim on abductions

Exiled former deputy higher education minister Godfrey Gandawa rubbished claims by the Government that there was a third force behind the abduction of three Movement for Democratic Change female members last week.

United Nations to honour five Indian peacekeepers posthumously

Major Ravi Inder Singh Sandhu and Sergeant Lal Manotra Tarsem, who served with the UN Mission in South Sudan; Sergeant Ramesh Singh with the UN Interim Force in Lebanon; Private Johnsion Beck with the UN Disengagement Observer Force and Edward Agapito Pinto, who served in a civilian capacity with the UN Organisation Stabilisation Mission in Congo, will posthumously receive the Dag Hammarskjold Medal on the International Day of UN Peacekeepers observed on May 29.

Details of heated meeting that will have Uhuru, Ruto, & Murathe in the same room

The meeting has been scheduled for tomorrow

B.C. reports no COVID-19 deaths, 11 new cases as restart enters second week

VICTORIA - British Columbia didn't report any new deaths from COVID-19 on Tuesday, but there have been 11 additional cases of the virus."I'm extremely pleas

Obama’s Criticism Didn’t Set a Presidential Precedent

A meme circulating on Facebook -- and retweeted by President Donald Trump -- falsely claims former President Barack Obama is the "first ex-president to speak against [his] successor." Actually, many U.S. leaders criticized those who followed them into the White House.

Trump Pledges Social Media Crackdown, D.C. Circuit Offers Its Version of Subtweet

A conservative group alleging its political viewpoints have been suppressed on Twitter and other platforms gets an interestingly-timed judgment.

Nuclear delusions fuel North Korean ambitions

Japan should be especially worried by Pyongyang's announcement that it is strengthening its "nuclear war deterrence."

NC condemns assault on senior cardiologist, seeks thorough probe into incident

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NC condemns assault on cardiologist

National Conference on Tuesday expressed shock and concern over alleged harassment, assault and detention of senior interventional cardiologist,  Dr Syed

Governors meet Wednesday over financial autonomy for states’ judiciary, legislature

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) will meet on Wednesday to discuss the issue of financial autonomy for the states’ judiciary and legislature ...

‘Not like Dominic Cummings!’ Boris Johnson’s dad and the 300-mile lockdown laptop trip

Stanley Johnson’s computer wasn’t working – so a University of Buckingham technician and his young son drove 150 miles during the lockdown to fix it.

Reps accuse NDDC of illegal spending, insist on probe

The House of Representatives yesterday described the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as a “corrupt” agency that had been engaging

I believe President Buhari is leading Nigeria well, says Femi Adesina

Adesina has been in the eye of the storm recently following an article he wrote years ago about the president's new chief of staff, Professor Ibrahim Gambari.

Expert calls for proposing video family reunions with N. Korea to mark 20th anniversary of summit

South Korea should propose video family reunions with North Korea next month to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the first-ever inter-Korean summit in 2000, a top expert on North Korea said Wednesday. Suh Choo-suk, who also served as vice defense minister from 2017-2019, made the remarks during a forum, citing family reunions and coronavirus cooperation as among the most viable options for inter-Korean cooperatio...

US TV host Jimmy Fallon apologises for past blackface skit

US talk show host Jimmy Fallon has said he is "very sorry" for wearing blackface in a resurfaced skit from 20 years ago.

House of Reps to NDDC IMC: Blackmail won’t stop us from probing you

The Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, gave the assurance while addressing newsmen in Abuja in response to various allegations levelled against the National Assembly and himself by Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, IMC Executive Director, Projects, on a television station on Monday

Skiing is back in Colorado for lucky few with reservations

Skiing is back in Colorado after a more than two-month closure caused by the coronavirus, but only a few have been lucky enough to score reservations at the only reopened resort in the state.

We will have new world after Covid-19, balance of power between China and US will change: Rahul Gandhi

India News: "The most vulnerable COVID-19 places are nerve centres of globalisation. I feel we will have a new world after this virus. I also think it going to re

Apple To Reopen Approximately 100 US Retail Locations

Apple, which runs 510 retail locations throughout the globe, intends to open roughly 100 U.S. stores this week.

Philippines tries transport test run to prepare for commuter chaos

MANILA (Reuters) - Police in the Philippine capital did a dry run on Tuesday of measures to enforce social distancing on public transport and control the spread of coronavirus, a tricky task in a densely populated city known for its commuting chaos.

Austerity package of as much as €14bn may be needed to control Covid-19 debt, warns fiscal watchdog Ifac

Spending of billions to support the recovery over the next few years is the right thing to do, but a new government soon after will face “difficult choices” over cuts and tax rises if it is to meet pledges over Sláintecare and housing, the head of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Advisory Council has warned.

Israeli Minister Calls on Twitter CEO to Ban Iran’s Khamenei

The Iranian leader is using Twitter “to promote hatred against the Jewish people and the State of Israel,” says newly-appointed Strategic Affairs Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen.

Body of 5-year-old boy who went missing on Memorial Day found in Calif. river

After an exhaustive overnight search, a family member spotted the boy’s body floating in the water.

Thousands throng screening centre, UT arranges additional Shramik special train

Earlier only one train, with 1,600 passengers, was scheduled to depart from the city at 2 pm.

Planned Parenthood Testimony on Fetal Tissue Sales Contradicts Claims

A new video reveals the testimony of Planned Parenthood officials regarding the sale of aborted fetal tissue contradicts their public claims.

EU to unveil virus recovery plan amid split over way ahead

The move Wednesday comes as the 27-nation trading bloc is set to enter its deepest-ever recession as the impact from the coronavirus pandemic ravages economies.

Covid-19 package — World and India

Thomas Carlyle called economics “a dismal science”. Multiple opinion production by dismal economic scientists continued into the 21st century.

Iran Passes Law Banning Use of Israeli Technology

"Iran would go back to the world of 50 years ago, maybe more," one expert said. A quick look at how integral Israel is to modern life shows that this may, in fact, be a gross understatement.

Kensington Palace hits back at claims Kate’s ‘exhausted and trapped by workload’

It was claimed Kate was "furious" with her long to-do list

Nigeria lucky to have Buhari – Adesina

John Ameh, Abuja Presidential spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, says Nigerians are lucky to have the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.),  as their leader. Adesina has come under fire fol...

Why Dominic Cummings should be asked whether he believes Covid-19 leaked from a Chinese lab

The No 10 adviser’s blog suggests he may subscribe to the theory being used by the US right to whip up hostility towards China.

India faces its worst locust swarm in nearly 30 years

India faces its worst locust swarm in nearly 30 years. According to the Indian Council of Agricultural Research Director General Trilochan Mohapatra, the insects have attacked about 40,000 hectares of land.

Why Rivers went tough on errant hotels —Wike

Chukwudi Akasike and Sampson Itode, Port Harcourt Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has explained why the state shut down hotels in the state. Wike spoke on Tuesday when executive members of th...

Meltdown: CNN's Don Lemon Begs Twitter to Stop Protecting First Amendment Rights Over Trump's Tweets

As we’ve noted before, President Trump has broken the minds of liberal America, especially within their media sphere. I mean, it’s become totally unhinged. And CNN appears to be one of the prime hot spots for meltdowns from its hosts and reporters over this White House. It’s great. It’s great entertainment for sure—and Don Lemon keeps being a gold mine for these sorts of events.

[Ivo Daalder] Our new Cold War with China: Not like the old Cold War

Are the United States and China heading for a new Cold War? Judging by some of the rhetoric and policies emanating from Beijing and Washington, it sure looks that way. Already tense, relations between the world’s two largest powers have deteriorated sharply since the lethal coronavirus first emerged in the eastern Chinese city of Wuhan and then rapidly spread across the globe. In the United States, Secretary ...

"Not An Inch Due": Punjab Rejects Harayan's Claim On Assembly Building

Haryana Speaker Gian Chand Gupta said the state has not been given its full share in the assembly building since its creation over 50 years ago, a charge refuted by his Punjab counterpart Rana KP Singh who claimed that ''not an inch was due''.

[Update: 8 million] Google removes millions of negative TikTok reviews from the Play Store

Google has removed millions of negative reviews of short-form video-sharing app TikTok, after brigading by disgruntled Indian fans.

New Zealand police rescue 2 hikers after 19 days in wilderness

May 27 (UPI) -- Searchers on Wednesday found two lost hikers alive after they spent nearly three weeks in the remote wilderness of a rugged national park in New Zealand, authorities said.

Lithuanian man (34) in court over murder of man in north Belfast

A Lithuanian man has been charged with the murder of another man whose body was found in a house in Belfast.

UP eyeing post-covid investment from US, Japan, Korea: Industry minister

Admits labour migration posing a challenge to industrial revival; no special approval needed to start operations for new MSME units for next 3 years

Putin gets invitation from UK's Johnson on coronavirus vaccine summit: Kremlin

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has received an invitation from British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to take part in a summit on the coronavirus vaccine, but no decision has been made yet on participation, the Kremlin said on Wednesday.

Leading doctor dismisses claims by Ryanair chief that it's safe to fly again

Dr Scally told RTÉ radio’s Today programme that he did not know where Mr O’Leary had received his information, and that he was not certain that Mr O’Leary had the best interests of his customers at heart.

Death of 'Mr Big' stirs memories of Singapore's gangland past

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Early one October morning in 1969, Singapore police found the body of a man dumped in a storm drain. He had been stabbed to death, police said, in what became one of the country’s most notorious gang killings.

Mistakes happen, not good to amplify small negative points: Ambassador of Zambia to China

Zambia's Ambassador to China dismissed the reports by some Western media outlets about Africans being discriminated against because of the novel coronavirus.

In a Tight Corner

States finally have headroom to borrow more from the market. But there's a cost to it

Punjab issues advisory for international, domestic travellers entering State

Following Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh’s announcement mandating quarantine for people entering Punjab, the State Health Department on Tuesday issued a detailed advisory specifying health protocol and procedure for international as well as domestic travellers coming by air, rail and by

WHO Chief Thanks UK’s Johnson for Support After ‘Very Good’ Phone Call

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - World Health Organization (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Wednesday thanked UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson for support for the global...

Donald Trump suggests social media could be shut down due to bias against conservatives

After Twitter labeled some of Donald Trump's recent tweets as misinformation, the U.S. President has suggested that social media could be shut down over fears that they silence conservative opinions.

Wealthy parents are paying to have their kids homeschooled by professionals for up to 5 hours a day, and it shows how the pandemic is widening the gaps in America's education system

Afraid that COVID-19 school shutdowns will make their kids fall behind, some rich parents are paying up to $60 an hour for professional homeschooling.

Ahmedabad: Wife of Jnanpith award winner Chaudhary dies of Covid-19

Speaking with The Indian Express, Raghuveer Chaudhary (82) said that Paruben was admitted to Apollo Hospital last week after her health deteriorated following urinary tract infection and other complications.

Andhra’s corona tally now 2,787 with 68 new cases

Andhra Pradesh reported 68 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours till Wednesday morning, taking the state's tally to 2,787.

Sars, Ebola and Mers were near misses that led us to believe Covid-19 would pass us by too

Each briefly threatened to become a pandemic, before subsiding.

South Korean national drops plan to leave country

A South Korean national who had come as a technical expert to probe into the styrene vapour leak from LG Polymers plant in Visakhapatnam, dropped his plan to leave the country in the last minute, on W

Delhi: Thousands homeless after fire in shanties

NEW DELHI: Thousands of residents of a transit camp in Tughlaqabad in southeast Delhi were left homeless in the scorching heat after a major fire gutt.

More peacekeeping operations, fewer troops in 2019: Report

The number of multilateral peace operations, both by the UN and others, rose by just one to 61, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

'No Massive Forest Fires in Uttarakhand': Forest Department Clarifies Fake News

As it reportedly 'rained in some parts of the state' on Wednesday, Uttarakhand Forest Department calls out fake news and 'old and wrong visuals' about forest fires being shared on social media

Mailed-in votes often wind up missing in action

The coronavirus has been a killer of the conventional. Even as health dangers diminish, pressure is building for a radical shift in long-standing custom for the way the nation elects its leaders. Vote

Uni may move hall residents to house overseas students

The University of Auckland is considering moving domestic students out of halls of residence to make way for returning international students that...

Work begins to allow international students to return to NZ universities

Report from RNZ Director General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said today that work is underway to allow international students to return to New Zealand.

GoI lets 122 Kashmiri prisoners call home on Eid

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

BREAKING: DSS Releases Detained Akwa Ibom Journalist After Public Outcry

Carter was arrested by the DSS on April 27, 2020 over a private phone conversation with an anonymous medical doctor, which the Akwa Ibom State Government alleged castigated the state’s Commissioner for Health, Dr Dominic Ukpong, over his poor handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pauline Hanson issues Queensland ultimatum on borders

Pauline Hanson's One Nation party has written to the Queensland premier demanding the Labor government reopen the state's borders by 4pm on Thursday.

It's not a scam: Watch for stimulus debit cards in the mail

The Treasury Department has mailed nearly 4 million economic impact payments to Americans via a prepaid debit card.

Not a scam: Watch for stimulus debit cards in the mail

The Treasury Department has mailed nearly 4 million economic impact payments to Americans via a prepaid debit card.

Inspectors find Glasgow's Barlinnie jail 'not fit for purpose'

Inspectors say urgent improvements must be made to Glasgow's Barlinnie jail, which is not due to be replaced until 2025

Ethics committee to govern councillor inappropriate conduct complaints

The new ethics committee will be bipartisan with both LNP and Labor councillors sitting on it.

Ethics committee to govern councillor inappropriate conduct complaints

The new ethics committee will be bipartisan with both LNP and Labor councillors sitting on it.

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

Buhari will be showcased as COVID-19 hero in Africa, says Garba Shehu

The senior special assistant to the president, Mallam Garba Shehu, has predicted that Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari will be showcased as a COVID-19 hero.

Amid India-China border standoff, Army Commanders Conference begins

The sessions by the Northern and Eastern Commands would be of particular interest as they cover the border with China.

Kathy Griffin says Trump should inject deadly syringe 'with nothing but air inside'

Comedian Kathy Griffin is under fire again after she suggested President Trump inject himself with a potentially deadly air-filled syringe.

BS Yediyurappa Following PM By Not Fulfilling COVID-19 Package Promise: Siddaramaiah

Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Wednesday hit out at Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa-led Karnataka government for allegedly "betraying" the people by not fulfilling its Rs 1,610 crore COVID-19 package promise.

Centre clear air, says educational institutions not allowed to open yet

Govt rejects media reports that the Home Ministry has permitted all states to open schools

SSC exams: TS mulls special rooms for those from containment zones

Given the prevailing health crisis, the Education Department is planning to have special rooms in examination centres for students from containment areas while appearing for the pending SSC exams.

Coronavirus: NCDC announces 276 new cases, total soars to 8,344

Fresh 276 cases of Covid-19 have been announced by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control on Tuesday, bringing the total infection to 8,344, with 16 new deaths.

Covid-19: Did a late-night letter from 20 senior lawyers change SC mind on migrants?

India News: Did a late night letter from 20 renowned advocates including P Chidambaram, Kapil Sibal, C U Singh, Vikas Singh, Prashant Bhushan, Iqbal Chagla, Aspi

MAC says Taiwan will never 'abandon Hong Kong'

MAC emphasizes Taiwanese president seeking to safeguard rights of Hongkongers

Kellyanne Conway Compares Voting In Person To Standing In Line At Georgetown Cupcake, Which Is Delivery-Only

The comment is part of an all out assault on mail-in voting by the Trump administration.

Unemployment insurance in Filipino workers’ future?

"For now, Filipino workers rendered jobless by COVID-19 have to settle for Social Amelioration Program payments."   The recently concluded contest for the position of Democratic Party candidate in this year’s US Presidential election was largely fought, as far as the leading candidates were concerned, along ideological lines. Two of the candidates – Sen. Bernie Sanders and Sen. Elizabeth Warren – pitched ‘progressive’ (read: socialistic) ideas to the Democratic faithful, while another candidate, former Vice-President Joe Biden, stayed, safely, left of center. Sanders and Warren advocated Federal government intervention in, among other things, the health care and education sectors via subsidies and grants. Biden moved very cautiously in that direction.

Bolsonaro follows Trump on virus, and then some

Known for their shared talent for vitriol, social media rants and riling up their conservative bases, Trump and Bolsonaro have followed the same script on the virus: downplay its severity, don't sweat the facts, bet big on hydroxychloroquine, get the economy reopened.

Guards, vegetable vendors in ICMR list of frontline workers who need testing

Symptomatic healthcare workers were eligible for testing from the very start, but inclusion of other frontline workers was the big takeaway of the last testing strategy revision.

Bokaro reports 2 new Covid cases

Two new positive cases of Coronavirus infection have been found in Bokaro district, they have returned from Mumbai, informed Mukesh Kumar Deputy Commissioner Bokaro on Tuesday. Aged about 40 years, both are residents of Nawadih block, were admitted at COVID Hospital at Bokaro General Hospital

Apple to reopen about 100 more US retail stores this week

The company has already reopened locations across Australia, Canada, Austria, Germany, South Korea, Italy and Switzerland, and plans to start opening stores in Japan and Sweden this week.

Eric Garner’s mom says video of George Floyd’s death is ‘recurring nightmare’

The harrowing viral video of an unarmed black man being pinned down by a white Minneapolis police officer is forcing Eric Garner’s mother to relive the searing pain of her son’s 2014 death all

875 Commit Suicide During Lockdown In Nepal

The country has been under lockdown to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus disease, since March 24.

COVID-19: 875 people commit suicide during lockdown in Nepal

The country has been under lockdown, against coronavirus disease, since March 24.

Malaysians Stuck In Kampungs After Celebrating Hari Raya May Get Fired By Employers

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob now challenges those who managed to slip past interstate borders to return home before their employers fire them for not showing up at work.

M'sians Who Defied CMCO To Balik Kampung Could Lose Jobs If They Fail To Return To Work

Defence Minister Ismail Sabri now challenges those who managed to slip past interstate borders to return home before their employers fire them if they do not report to work after two consecutive days.

Land at the centre of planning row in south Manchester shut while investigation work into potential asbestos contamination carried out

'We have acted at the earliest opportunity to put protection measures in place and conduct a detailed inspection'

Deliveroo faces another legal action over an alleged unfair dismissal of deliver rider | ZDNet

The Australian food delivery rider had worked with Deliveroo for three years before his contract was terminated.

Reopening leader says liability protection key in SC

The leader of governor's committee studying how to best reopen South Carolina after the coronavirus said one of the most critical pieces of unfinished business is protecting businesses from lawsuits i

Donald Trump: Widespread Vote-by-Mail Will 'Destroy this Country'

President Donald Trump continued to berate Democrats for pushing vote-by-mail despite concerns about voter fraud.

Maharashtra records staggering 97 COVID-19 deaths, highest number of single-day deaths until now

Covid-19 deaths in the state came perilously close to 100 on Tuesday, with Maharashtra recording 97 fatalities, the highest number of single-day deaths until now.

Country under state of emergency until June 30

The Nation/ANN - The Cabinet resolved on Tuesday (May 26) to extend the state of emergency until the end of June, while Dr Taweesin Visanuyothin explained that the decree had been enforced in the first place because it allowed more than 40 laws to be tied together to allow for quick enforcement. He said this helped the government tackle the crisis more efficiently.

EU bailout package 'would be a game-changer' for Europe, analyst says

Guntram Wolff has told Euronews that if EU leaders can agree on a one-trillion bailout package for member states it would strengthen the bloc.

Pay up or I’ll tell everyone you watch pornography

Online blackmailers have sent messages to thousands of people who may have watched child pornography

Under new MOH Covid-19 policy, Malaysian athlete Jackie Wong finally discharged after months in Sibu Hospital

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — National hammer thrower Jackie Wong was finally discharged today after being hospitalised for more than two months for Covid-19, according to Malaysian Athletics Federation (MAF) president Datuk S.M. Muthu. He said doctors told Jackie that he need not go for further swab...

Oman to lift lockdown on Muscat from Sunday

As per the new decisions, public sector employees will resume work gradually

Oman to lift lockdown on Muscat from Friday

As per the new decisions, public sector employees will resume work gradually

Niger lost $120 million in arms deals over three years: government audit

NIAMEY (Reuters) - Almost 40% of the $312 million Niger spent on defence procurement contracts over the last three years was lost through inflated costs or materiel that was not delivered, according to a government audit of military contracts seen by Reuters.

11 Democrats Who Lied, on Twitter, About 'Fine People' in Charlottesville

Twitter does not apply the same standard to inaccurate or speculative claims by Democrats, like the Charlottesville "very fine people" hoax.

Disney to present reopening plan for Walt Disney World

LOS ANGELES, May 27 — Walt Disney Co will present its proposal for a phased reopening of its Orlando, Florida, theme parks to a local task force today, the company said in a statement. Disney closed theme parks around the world starting in January to help prevent the spread of the novel...

Gran brutally attacked by colleague at wake reveals 'nightmare' of facing him at work

Elizabeth Richardson tells how the horrific assault at the hands of Grant Rankin left her suffering from depression and anxiety.

Gran battered by workmate during rammy at wake in East Kilbride pub

Grant Rankin, 25, admitted assaulting 52-year-old Elizabeth Richardson in Greenhills Bar when they were attending a wake for a colleague at DHL Sainsbury's.

NC won’t initiate any political activity till all political leaders are released: Farooq

JAMMU, May 26: Amid speculations of Jammu Kashmir Apni Party forming an advisory council in Jammu and Kashmir, National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said his party won’t initiate any political activity till all the political leaders are released.“The National Conference will do no political activity till all the political leaders are released,” Farooq told.There were some reports that JKAP led by Altaf Bukhari was going to form an advisory council in Jammu and Kashmir.Former Chief Minster and National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah has also flown to New Delhi on Monday triggering a wave of speculations that NC may also be weighing its options.“I don’t want comment whether Altaf Bukahri is forming any advisory council. You should ask that question to him. As far NC is concerned, we will initiate any political activity only when all the political leaders are released. Till then we can’t do anything,” Farooq added. NC Member Parliament Mohammad Akbar Lone also said they won’t initiate…

Hunger programme’s slow start leaves millions of children waiting

As child hunger soars to levels without modern precedent, an emergency programme Congress created two months ago has reached only a small fraction of the 30 million children it was intended to help.

Pentagon taking steps to relax ‘stop movement’ order | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Pentagon said today that a “conditions-based approach” will be taken to relax the “stop movement” order that has been in effect for troops since March due to the coronavirus pandemic.

With record 817 fresh cases, Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 18,000-mark

The death toll in the state increased to 133 after six more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.Of the new cases reported, 138 patients were returnees from Maharashtra followed by one from Telangana and other states who were tested positive in the state

Ex-Nevada AG describes ballots 'piled up in apartments and trash cans and in hallways' due to mail-in voting

Former Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt echoed President Trump's concerns about mail-in voting Tuesday, telling "Tucker Carlson Tonight" that it will likely increase the risk of voter fraud in his state.

3 more COVID-19 deaths, 280 cases in Rajasthan

The novel coronavirus toll in Rajasthan rose to 173 on Wednesday with three more fatalities, while 280 new cases took the tally to 7,816, the Health Department said. The three more deaths were in

Bihar, UP outperform most states, Maharashtra tops with 15.26 lakh MSME registrations

As per data compiled by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Bihar ranked number 3 in MSME registration leaving behind the most populous state of Uttar Pradesh and the industrial states of Gujarat and Karnataka

Top news of the day: Students allowed to appear for CBSE exams from current location; Trump offers to ‘mediate or arbitrate’ between India and China, and more

The major news headlines of the day, and more.

Editorial: Your web browsing says a lot about you. The government should have to get a warrant to look at it

In reauthorizing a surveillance law, Congress must protect the privacy of the internet

UK economy faces 5% annual deficit by 2024, say economists

Survey forecasts coronavirus undermining Britain’s public finances until next election

Harare man jailed for conning Singaporean investor

A 38-year-old Harare man has been jailed an effective 7 years for conning a Singaporean investor in a USD$500 000 business venture.

Harare man jailed for conning a Singaporean investor

A 38-year-old Harare man has been jailed an effective 7 years for conning a Singaporean investor in a USD$500 000 business venture.Fradreck Utsiwegota appeared ...

India and Afghanistan’s future

Regional countries are worried about the spread of IS (Islamic State) in Afghanistan and want to see the government and Taliban on the same

Hogan: Maryland to move to full stage 1 virus recovery plan

Maryland will fully implement the first stage of its coronavirus recovery plan later this week, Hogan said Wednesday, allowing outdoor dining at restaurants while further lessening some restrictions o

The Michigan Dam Failures Are a Warning

Many need repairs. Let’s fix them before climate-related flooding gets worse.

Brazilian gang suspected of being hired to 'shoot up' house in custody in the midlands

Four South Americans are in custody in Portlaoise and Tullamore garda stations after being stopped at a checkpoint in Clara on their way to Tullamore, with the intent, gardai suspect, of attacking a h...

4th Budget sets aside $33b more to help workers, businesses

The Straits Times/ANN - Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat yesterday announced a $33 billion supplementary Budget aimed primarily at helping workers and businesses pull through the Covid-19 pandemic and the bleak economic outlook ahead.

Florida man shoots, kills home intruder who was attacking his wife, police say

A Florida man in his 70s fatally shot a home intruder who busted through the glass front door and began attacking his wife on Tuesday, investigators said.

Powerhouse Museum reopening left a mystery

Critics say the people of NSW deserve a chance to farewell the Ultimo institution.

SAT test now optional for US university admissions; Indian test-prep institutes feel the heat

For students, especially from non-native English speaking nations, the SAT is used to test the ability to read and comprehend university-level programmes

Work up health infra, remove bottlenecks: LG to Health Dept

Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal directed officials of the health department to review the capacity building of medical infrastructure and remove bottlenecks immediately. Baijal advised for monitoring of containment zones on dynamic basis for focused action. He instructed concerned

L-G reviews COVID-19 situation in city

Anil Baijal advises officials to monitor containment zones

Egypt to see upcoming COVID-19 peak: health official

Egypt still uses the malaria drug, chloroquine, in treating coronavirus patients, according to a health protocol nationwide supervised by a scientific committee.

JK residents being ignored under ‘Vande Bharat Mission’

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

PDP expels 2, affirms suspension of ex-senator Hunkuyi, 6 others

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Kaduna state chapter on Tuesday expelled two of its members Dr. John Danfulani and Ubale Salmanduna without further delay.

Alastair Campbell: My 10-point plan for coronavirus crisis and why government scores zero

I wrote a ten-point guide to crisis communications many weeks ago and looking back it's terrifying that the government scores zero out of ten

3 children reject mother who abandoned them while still toddlers

There was drama in Roysambu estate, Nairobi county, when three children who were set to be handed over to their mother insisted on staying with their father.

Don’t use ‘comfort women’ advocacy group for political strife: Democratic leader

The leader of the ruling Democratic Party has defended activist-turned-lawmaker-elect Yoon Mi-hyang, who came under fire over allegations of misappropriating funds during her years as head of an advocacy group that for many years has defended the rights of victims of Japanese wartime sexual slavery. Democratic Party Chairman Lee Hae-chan said the 30-year-long campaign of the group -- the Korean Council for Justice ...

Prosecutors arrest Ulsan mayor’s election camp chief

The prosecution arrested Ulsan Mayor Song Cheol-ho’s former election campaign manager over suspicions that he accepted illegal campaign funds from a local used car dealer in 2018. Prosecutors are investigating allegations that the presidential office helped Song, a longtime friend of President Moon Jae-in, win the 2018 mayoral race by pressuring police to investigate his rival to sway public opinion. The Seou...

Daily Star praised for being brilliantly funny and deadly serious at same time

The red top features a cut-out Cummings mask so you can 'do whatever the hell you want and sod everybody else'.

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets as protests flare in financial heart

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets on Wednesday to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre, where Beijing’s proposed national security laws have revived anti-government demonstrations.

IDF Rounds Up Suspects in PA Again as Gen. Kochavi Prepares for July Sovereignty

The IDF chief—probably the best man at that helm in decades—is preparing to give the prime minister the security cover he would require to carry out the partial annexation.

IN DETAIL: Executive order on financial autonomy for state judiciary, legislature 

Last Friday, President Muhammadu Buhari signed an executive order granting financial autonomy to the judiciary and legislature in the 36 states of Nigeria.  The president is empowered by section 5

TV Stations in US Caught Airing Content Scripted by Amazon – Report

The media content in question emerged ahead of the annual meeting of Amazon's shareholders where worker safety issues were expected to be discussed.

‘Anything is possible’: GH Mir on formation of advisory council

JAMMU, May 26: Amid rumors over formation of advisory council headed by Altaf Bukhari, former minister and second-in-command of Apni Party, Ghulam Hassan Mir on Monday said anything is possible.“Anything is possible. The government can do anything,” Mir told, when asked about the rumors flying in Kashmir that Apni Party may be given a role in decision-making by the Centre.Mir, who played a key role in formation of the new party after August 5, 2019, said the Government of India is weighing several options to connect with the people in Jammu & Kashmir. “It may be an option before them,” he said.In the past two days, Kashmir Valley is abuzz with rumours that Apni Party leaders could be given an advisory role in governance before Assembly polls are held.Although Altaf Bukhari has denied rumors of him being appointed as interim Chief Minister, Mir’s refusal to rule out the possibility gives credence to such rumours in Kashmir. “It is a good joke,” Bukhari had told on Sunday.After abrogation of Article 370 by the…

We were told how to vote on Kindiki's ouster- Millicent Omanga says

I am surprised we are going through this- Millicent Omanga

UP's move against workers

The observations of Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday about the problems by the workers, who move out of the state to earn their livelihoods, do not go down well in the interest of those, the government wants to serve. It is all the more unfortunate that instead of protecting their interests across India of workers hailing from the biggest state of the country, the government will be harming their future prospects. His announcement that a 'Migration Commission' will be formed to help the workers, who have returned to UP amid lockdown from other parts of the country is unlikely to serve the purpose. The Commission proposed task to find ways and means for guaranteed social security to workers, provide them employment as per their skills appears to be an admission by him that it does not have these provisions for its own people. Yogi Adityanath's criticism of other states for not taking care of workers from UP during the lockdown is likely to face a backlash. There is no denying that fact that…

Covid-19: Reopening may be gradual, segmented

Experts say measures need to be put in place to ensure no Covid-19 spike after opening economy.

Angola police accused of shooting dead union official

An Angolan trade union has accused the police of shooting dead one of their senior officials and his neighbour in front of his home in the capital, Luanda.

Child sex offender gets life imprisonment for human trafficking

David Timothy Deakin is the first foreigner to be convicted for trafficking offenses through online proceedings, according to the International Justice Mission

Provincial emergency orders extended to June 9

Outdoor playgrounds will remain closed, and restrictions on social gatherings are still in place

Pop-up bike lanes proposed for Brisbane CBD

The proposal, detailed by Bicycling Queensland, was presented to the council and the state government.

In morgues and shipping containers, Ecuadorians search for lost dead

GUAYAQUIL/QUITO, Ecuador (Reuters) - Dolores Centeno has scoured the morgues and cemeteries of Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city, for two months searching for her father’s body.

We demolished Rivers hotels in peoples' interest - Governor Wike

Nyesom Wike, Rivers governor, has come out with an explanation on the demolition of two hotels in the state, saying the decision was taken in peoples' interest.

Supreme Court: State Question 805 signatures must be accepted

The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled Tuesday in favor of an appeal from the State Question 805 campaign, requiring the Secretary of State’s office to accept the group’s initiative petition signatures despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Secretary of State Michael Rogers must accept the roughly 260,000 signatures in the next 10 days and begin the counting process so the state question can make it onto a 2020 ballot. State Question 805 would prohibit the use of prior felony convictions to enhance sentences for nonviolent crimes. “This is a victory for the 260,000 Oklahomans who supported Yes on 805 with their signature and expect to see it on a ballot in 2020," said Sarah Edwards, President of the Yes on 805 group, in

KDF Soldiers, Police Officer Shoot At Each Other In Mistaken Identity Case

Two Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) soldiers and a police officer collided in a mistaken identity case, shot each other incurring serious injuries in Bura, Garissa county.K24 reports that the two gro

Palace: Necessary to extend Duterte emergency powers

MALACANANG said Wednesday it is “necessary” to extend the special temporary powers granted to President Rodrigo Duterte to manage the crisis in the country brought about by the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) outbreak.

UN chief deplores lack of ceasefire during virus

Since the call by Antonio Guterres in March for ceasefires, announcements backing the end of fighting have been made in countries including Afghanistan, the Philippines and Cameroon, but conflicts have continued to rage in Libya, Yemen and elsewhere.

Photos of the Sleek New Ride Ready To Return US Astronauts To Space

This is the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, sitting on its cargo-carrying “trunk”. The dragon will (God willing) carry two astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) this Wednesday. The capsule will be locked onto the nose of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, pictured here blasting off from Florida’s Merrit Island in January 2020. Since 2011 NASA has paid Russia up to $86 Million per head to send its astronauts into space after America’s eye-wateringly expensive Space Shuttle program was closed down.

Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers in Telangana

Returning workers are sent to home quarantine but the stigma of having been in Mumbai sticks to them

Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers

Villagers are scared that guest workers returned from places with high number of corona positives will spread the virus

Woman sacked after viral video of her calling police on black man

A woman who reported a black man to the police after he asked her to put her dog on a lead in New York's Central Park has been fired from her job and had her dog taken away.

Twitter fact-check marks Trump tweets for the first time

The President objects to being proven wrong, and misunderstands free speech rights

After laying waste to Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, desert locust swarms headed towards Delhi; wind pattern uncertain

The locust swarms threaten major damage to foliage and as such, can prove to be extremely detrimental to the capital city, considering that a section of it is under green cover

Von der Leyen seeks to rally Europe behind ‘next generation’ recovery plan

European Commission president to pitch for a huge increase in spending power

4-year-old girl struck and killed by intoxicated driver on Long Island

A 4-year-old girl was struck and killed by an intoxicated driver outside of her Long Island home on Tuesday night, authorities said. Roussy Cabrera Fuentes was mowed down on Fulton Street in Brentwood

Driver high on drugs fatally hits 4-year-old girl in Brentwood, police say

A 4-year-old girl was hit by a car and killed by a driver Suffolk County police say was on drugs.

Uzma Khan leaked video has no connection with Malik Riaz’s son-in-law

Recently, a video involving the actress & model Uzma Khan and her sister Huma Khan has surfaced in social media, becoming a top trend #UzmaKhan on Twitter in no time. In the video, both Uzma Khan and Huma Khan seem pleading for mercy and pardon from an infuriated woman for allegedly having an extra-marital affair with a person named Usman. The woman along with her reportedly daughter, whose faces were not featured on the screen, was asking Uzma Khan to confess as to whether was she involved in any extra-marital affairs with Usman or not. The video triggered the influx of rumours on Twitter that these were wife and daughter of property tycoon Malik Riaz who barged into their house in Lahore along with bodyguards and intimidated the showbiz personalities. Allegedly, Malik Riaz’s family members also sprinkled kerosene oil on Uzma Khan and tortured her sister Huma Khan as her feet were bleeding.

Uzma Khan Video Scandal: Malik Riaz rebuts malicious propaganda against him

Uzma Khan Leaked Video Scandal Recently, a video involving the actress & model Uzma Khan and her sister Huma Khan has surfaced in social media, becoming a top trend #UzmaKhan on Twitter in no time. In the video, both Uzma Khan and Huma Khan seem pleading for mercy and pardon from an infuriated woman. The woman along with her reportedly daughter, whose faces were not featured on the screen, was asking Uzma Khan to confess as to whether was she involved in any extra-marital affairs a person whose name is withheld. The video triggered the influx of rumours on Twitter that were wife and daughter of a property tycoon who barged into their house in Lahore along with bodyguards and intimidated the showbiz personalities. Meanwhile, Malik Riaz brushed aside the rumors surrounding the leaked video of actress Uzma Khan and termed it malicious propaganda to malign him.

Twitter places fact-check notification on Donald Trump tweet about mail-in ballots

Twitter on Tuesday placed a notification fact-checking tweets sent by US President Donald Trump claiming that mail-in ballots will be "substantially fraudulent" and result in a "rigged election." The

China hits back at call in Belgian parliament for COVID-19 inquiry

Chinese ambassador to Belgium, Cao Zhongming, hit back at attempts to ‘stigmatize’ China over the outbreak.

COVID-19: FG, Shell, Eni await new date for $1.1bn Malabu court case in Italy — Investigation

BARELY, a week after the London court had dismissed the $1.1 billion Malabu case, involving the purchase of Oil Prospecting Licence

Rajasthan: Tigress ST-12 gives birth to triplets once again at Sariska

Six-year-old tigress ST-12 has given birth to triplets one more time in Sariska Tiger Reserve (STR), making her the mother of six cubs born in differe

Irish Man Charged With Wildlife Trafficking Extradited to Texas

Federal prosecutors announced Tuesday that an Irish man accused of trafficking endangered black rhinoceros horns from Texas to New York City was extradited to the Lone Star State.

Angela Merkel’s chancellorship “runs and runs” as her ratings surge and lockdown is eased in Germany

Why, despite being at the height of her powers, the chancellor will probably not seek a fifth term. And I say goodbye to Berlin for the first time in months.

S. Korea’s first suspected MIS-C cases coronavirus-negative: KCDC

South Korean health officials are straining to contain a new flare-up of infections traced back to nightclub revelers in Itaewon, central Seoul, earlier this month. Of the 40 new patients confirmed positive Wednesday, 37 were linked to the nightclub cluster, while the other three were travelers from overseas. Since the first infected nightclub visitor was identified on May 6, an extensive testing of over 41,000 peop...

Himachal Congress leader, 3 councillors booked for obstructing cremation of coronavirus patient

The Congress leader has been identified as Mandi district chief of Mahila Congress Suman Chaudhary who along with three councillors and 16 others have been booked under various sections of IPC and Epidemic Disease Act.

LeBron Speaking Out On Deaths Of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery See Him Stand Up Where Michael Jordan Would Not

Thank goodness, when it comes to social injustice, LeBron James is the anti-Michael Jordan, especially in times like these. We need high-profile athletes with guts, and Jordan lacked them when he wasn't dribbling.

Bulgaria to reopen restaurants, bars and cafes on June 1

SOFIA (Reuters) - Bulgaria will allow restaurants, bars and cafes to reopen at full capacity on Monday as the Balkan country further eased restrictions imposed in mid-March to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

Coronavirus Ireland Live Updates: Ryanair customers could be waiting up to six months for refund

Follow the latest coronavirus news in Ireland and across the world on the Independent.ie live blog.

Auto crash claims 5 lives, 5 injured in Kano

Five people were confirmed dead, while five others sustained varying degrees of injury in an accident that occured on Wednesday on

Peru reports record daily surge in virus cases 

Peru on Tuesday recorded nearly 5,800 new cases of the coronavirus, its highest 24-hour surge, bringing the number of people infected in the country to almost 130,000, the health ministry said.

Coronavirus Scotland: Dundee nurses exposed to Covid-19 without knowing as infected patient treated in general ward

NURSES in a Dundee hospital were exposed to coronavirus without knowing after an infected patient was treated in a general ward. A whistleblower revealed to The Times that staff didn’t wear PPE whe…

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.

Prayagraj: Man booked for sedition for objectionable remarks in Facebook post against Yogi Adityanath

Prayagraj Police, Prayagraj latest news: The man, slapped with sedition and other charges, has been identified as Anup Singh. He is a resident of Prayagraj. He had made comments disrespecting CM Yogi Adityanath on Facebook.

[Editorial] Grandma ridiculed

Lee Yong-soo, 92, who was taken as a sex slave for Imperial Japanese soldiers during World War II, held a press conference Monday. She urged the prosecution to investigate Yoon Mi-hyang, the former leader of an advocacy group for the survivors of Japanese military sexual slavery -- the former “comfort women,” known to their supporters simply as the grandmas. Lee argued that Yoon and the Korean Council f...

Chief Medical Officer tells ministers he does not intend to recommend the reduction of the 2m rule

There have been calls to halve the guideline from 2m to 1m.

First direct repatriation flight from Dubai to Goa to depart June 1

149 stranded Goans welcome the move, flight departs 4.35pm Monday

'No excuse for teen brawls, says Cork TD

There is “no excuse” for the mass teen brawls that have been breaking out across Cork and Dublin since lockdown, a TD has said.

Oscars Change Rules to Streamline Board of Governors Election

Instead of a runoff election in each branch, the preferential system will be used to determine winners after a single round of voting

'Sarap ng buhay' no more? Sotto orders Bato to attend June 1 session physically

After getting slammed on social media over an insensitive remark, neophyte Senator Bato dela Rosa is asked to return to work in the Senate building

Death toll from Covid-19 rises to 30 as 1740 more cases and 1439 recoveries reported in Qatar on May 27

Ministry of Public Health today reported 1,740 new confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), and 1,439 new recovered patients in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of recovered cases in Qatar to 13,283. The Ministry also announced 2 deaths due to the virus

In vast Kenya camp, refugee journalists on coronavirus front line

For more than a decade, KANERE, the world's first fully independent refugee camp news outlet, has defied funding shortages and other challenges to publish investigations and reports about life in Kenya's remote Kakuma camp.

Does UP govt want to scrap labourers' constitutional rights, asks Priyanka

CM Adityanath had on May 25 said that the state government will provide social security and insurance to labourers

Poland's PM is confident presidential vote will be held in June

WARSAW (Reuters) - Poland’s presidential election will be held in June, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said on Wednesday, amid speculation that a spat over legislation on the way the vote will be conducted may push the ballot date back well beyond next month.

Israel’s Number of Coronavirus Patients Drops to 2,019 as US Deaths Hit 100,572

According to the NY Times on Wednesday, new hot spots continue to emerge and hundreds more people are dying each day in the US.

Survey looks at binge-drinking, financial anxiety during COVID

TORONTO - A recent survey of about 1,000 Canadians suggests heavy drinking is highest among younger people and those worried about personal finances due to

75 More Policemen in Maharashtra found Corona Positive in 24 Hours -

In Maharashtra, which is facing the highest impact of the Corona crisis in India, this deadly virus is rapidly catching

Saudi takeover of Newcastle United in doubt after WTO finding

The prospect of the Saudi Arabian Government taking a majority stake in Newcastle United has suff...

Noted Urdu writer and Padma Shri awardee Mujtaba Hussain passes away aged 83

The renowned Urdu writer and Padma Shri winner Mujtaba Hussain passed away on 27 May in Hyderabad after suffering cardiac arrest.

[Newsmaker] Man gets jail for breaking quarantine

The Korea Herald/ANN - A 27-year-old man was sentenced on Tuesday to four months in prison for breaking self-quarantine. It was the first court ruling in a COVID-19 case since the infectious disease control law was toughened last month. It is also the first time a jail term has been handed out in South Korea for a quarantine violation.

PM’s Corona Relief Fund crosses Rs4bn mark

Opposition wants parliamentary oversight of fund utililastion; Shahbaz calls for convening CCI meeting.

No Country for Old People

Sweden did not set out to kill thousands of its older citizens. Nor did any country as COVID-19 swept across the globe. But Sweden’s…

US judge refuses again to block Nevada's mail-in primary

A federal judge has again rejected a conservative voting rights group’s bid to block the mail-in primary election now under way in Nevada as part of an effort to guard against spread of the coronaviru

National's new agriculture spokesperson David Bennett accuses Government of using farmers to just 'pay the bills'

David Bennett took over the position of spokesperson after Todd Muller became the party's new leader.

‘Unassigned’ coronavirus cases near 3,000, rise as curbs on movement lifted

Cases in the unassigned category make up 2 per cent of the country's 1,45,380 cases of coronavirus infection as of Tuesday, and could potentially skew the case curves of several states

No locusts danger to Tamilnadu: Govt

The Tamilnadu government today said locusts which have invaded northern parts of India are unlikely to enter the State and the situation is being monitored continuously. Continue Reading →

Fugitive UConn student grew up on same street as Adam Lanza

The 23-year-old Uconn student who police say brutally killed two people before fleeing Connecticut grew up on the same street as the Sandy Hook Elementary School gunman Adam Lanza, a report said.

Cops distribute flowers among medical fraternity in Srinagar

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Saluting corona warriors: Cops offer roses to doctors, other frontline workers in Srinagar

After facing criticism for allegedly harassing doctors and medical workers over the past few days, cops on Wednesday offered roses to the doctors as a

Missing power goals again! Thermal plants all set to miss 2022 pollution target

With two years to the deadline, just 97 GW of the coal-fired capacity is in compliance with particulate matter (PM) standards, while upgradation is underway in 14 GW and a mere 16 GW of capacity is in compliance with SO2 norms.

Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich - Where is Epstein Island and who owns it now?

Peadophile Epstein's horrific crimes will be laid out in new Netflix crime documentary.

Coronavirus Scotland: Junkie claimed he had Covid-19 during violent outburst when Glasgow chemist refused him methadone

A JUNKIE threatened to burn down a chemist, shoot a bystander and claimed he had coronavirus after being refused methadone. The 32-year-old went berserk after pharmacy staff in Glasgow denied him a…

Crew Dragon ready for historic launch as NASA looks ahead to next mission

As NASA and SpaceX complete final preparations for the first Crew Dragon mission with astronauts, the agency is already looking ahead to its next mission.

Cyprus pledges to cover costs for virus-hit tourists

Cyprus is pledging to cover all costs for anyone testing positive for the coronavirus while on vacation on the eastern Mediterranean island nation, according to a letter obtained by The Associated Pre

What India must do to increase its competitiveness

Time-bound reforms would have a significant impact on competitiveness

Segun Oni is not welcomed in PDP, says Fayose

Ekiti state former governor, Ayodele Fayose, has stated that former governor of the state, Segun Oni, is not welcome to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Ekiti

Lesotho’s new leader faces enormous hurdles ensuring peace and political stability

Majoro’s installation as Prime Minister is welcome. But it does not guarantee much needed political stability in an era of complex coalition politics in which none of Lesotho’s parties has a clear majority.

UConn murder suspect Peter Manfredonia’s father recently arrested for groping teen girl

The father of the University of Connecticut student wanted in two murders was arrested last month for allegedly groping an underage teen girl he supplied booze to, a report said. The alleged incident

India braces for worst locust attack in three decades: Authorities procure drones, pesticides but financial damage from crop loss to be huge

Already overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic, farmers in north India are now worrying over the kharif crop even as a new wave of locust attacks, predicted to be the worst in almost three decades, is expected by June

Boycott 'Paatal Lok' trends as netizens slam Anushka Sharma for 'anti-Hindu narrative'

We’ve no deal with Akeredolu’s deputy – Ondo PDP

Peter Dada, Akure The Ondo State Peoples Democratic Party has denied entering into a deal to hand the party’s governorship ticket to the state deputy governor, Mr. Agboola Ajayi. There has been n...

Syria's Assad faces toughest challenges of nine-year war

A public family spat, criticism in Russia and an imploding economy leave Syrian President Bashar Assad vulnerable.

Millions Of U.S. Jobs Are Never Coming Back From The Covid-19 Recession

“We find three new hires for every 10 layoffs caused by the shock and estimate that 42% of recent layoffs will result in permanent job loss."

More testing as aged-care staff get coronavirus

Staff and residents at an aged care centre in Melbourne's inner east are undergoing further testing for COVID-19 after two workers at the facility contracted the virus.

Editorial Roundup: US

Excerpts from recent editorials in the United States and abroad:

The price of Twitter’s ‘fact-check’ on President Trump

After President Trump’s fevered conspiracy tweets about Joe Scarborough’s former intern Lori Klausutis, her widower, T.J. Klausutis, begged the company to delete them. It was a heartbreaking plea

Dubai marks a milestone in dealing with the pandemic

UAE looks at resumption of economic activities and gradual return to normal life

'Powerful Role Model': Indian Army Major Suman Gawani to be Honoured With UN Gender Advocate Award

Major Suman Gawani along with Brazilian Naval Officer Commander Carla Monteiro de Castro Araujo will receive the award on May 29

Charles Hurt: Joe Biden's Record: 100% Wrong, 100% of the Time

You can’t say you were not warned. As President Trump has been saying for years now, “What have you got to lose?” | 2020 Election

Rabi crops not impacted by locusts; efforts on to prevent spread before monsoon to save kharif crops

Locusts -- the oldest migratory pest in the world -- entered India after travelling from Africa through Yemen, Iran and Pakistan. After massive devastation in Pakistan, the swarms of locusts have entered the country through Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Germany can't confirm Merkel will attend G7 in person: spokeswoman

BERLIN (Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel cannot confirm her physical presence at an envisaged summit of the Group of Seven (G7) in the United States yet, a spokeswoman said on Wednesday, adding that this would depend on how the coronavirus pandemic develops.

EU’s Borrell: To weigh 'robust' message to China over Hong Kong issue

The European Union (EU) Foreign Affairs Minister Josep Borrell said that the Union is considering weighing 'robust' message to China over the Hong Kon

Top executives of Exim Bank 'threatened', National Bank director, brother charged

A National Bank director and his brother have been accused of threatening two top executives of Exim Bank with death.

More than 50 inmates out of 300 released are rearrested | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

With the number of rearrested inmates growing, the Honolulu Police Department said it is a “threat to public safety” to release them early to stop the spread of COVID-19.

China to dispatch 2 aircraft carriers near Taiwan for war games

China to deploy 2 aircraft carriers to take part in simulated invasion of Taiwan's outer islands

Andrew McCarthy: Michael Flynn case – return the focus to where it belongs and do this

The criminal-justice system’s principal task is to provide due process to the accused.

Woman found dead in Logan home, crime scene declared

Investigations were ongoing with a focus on establishing the cause of death.

Govt clears Ugandans abroad to return

Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT |  Ugandans who wish to return from abroad have been given the green light. They are however expected to meet both the cost of their flights and institutional quarantine, sources as the Ministry of Health say This follows reports that cabinet on Monday cleared the 2,400 Ugandans stranded abroad to return …

38 Suspected Online Grooming Paedophiles Arrested in London

Police seized dozens of laptops, tablets, and phones from suspected online grooming paedophiles in London, arresting 38.

Shots fired at van in 'targeted attack' after Balsall Heath crash

Wrecked Citroen was inside police cordon as officers sealed off the scene, near the junction of Mary Street and Basall Heath Road

Why the White House is now asking 'who lost Australia?'

Some Washington insiders worry that Australia is fallen into China's orbit. The reality is that any claim is fair game in America's political warfare.

Why the US hawks are now asking 'who lost Australia?'

Some Washington insiders worry that Australia has fallen into China's orbit. The reality is that any claim is fair game in America's political warfare.

Tom Homan to urge Trump to challenge New York law criminalizing cooperation with federal immigration authorities

Former Immigration and Customs Enforcement acting Director Tom Homan plans to lobby President Trump to have the Justice Department challenge a New York law making it a felony for law enforcement to assist federal immigration authorities.

After colleague’s death, Thane EPFO staff blame management apathy

Say they were made to attend office in a building located in a Covid-19 hotspot without precautions

The Billionaire Governor Who’s Been Sued Dozens of Times for Millions in Unpaid Bills

Gov. Jim Justice is West Virginia’s richest man. Over the last three decades, lawsuits over unpaid bills have cost his constellation of companies more than $128 million in judgments and settlements.

The Billionaire Governor Who’s Been Sued Dozens of Times for Millions in Unpaid Bills

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Live Coronavirus Updates: Fatality Rate Reduced To 2.87%, Lowest In World, Says Health Ministry

The Health Ministry said the COVID-19 fatality rate in India is 2.87 per cent, the lowest among countries badly hit by the pandemic.

WATCH | 'I can't breath': Four Minnesota cops fired after death of unarmed George Floyd

Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday, a day after a bystander's cellphone video captured one of them kneeling on the neck of an unarmed black man who later died in a hospital.

British government hopeful of securing deal with EU: Gove

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s government is hopeful it can secure a deal with the European Union to cover their future relationship, cabinet office minister Michael Gove said on Wednesday, describing politics as the main difficulty.

Biocon gets DCGI nod for CytoSorb use in critical Covid-19 cases

India Business News: Biocon said its subsidiary Biocon Biologics has received the Drugs Controller General of India’s (DCGI) approval for an extracorporeal blood purificat

Coronavirus news live - 209 dead and care worker accused of 'spreading germs'

Here, we bring you the live updates on the latest news, developments and guidance on the Covid-19 pandemic.

Tristan Thompson: Why He Won’t Have To Take A 2nd DNA Test In Paternity Suit – Experts Explain

Tristan Thompson won't have to take a second DNA test in his paternity lawsuit. Two experts explain why the NBA star is already home free.

Tristan Thompson – Experts Say That A Paternity Test Would Be Almost Impossible To Be Tampered With Despite What Supposed Baby Moma Claims!

As you might have heard, Tristan Thompson has decided to sue a woman who insists that he is the father of her child even though they have already

4 new COVID-19 cases in UP's Gautam Buddh Nagar, total 366

Four more people, including a four-year-old girl, tested positive for coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar on Wednesday, pushing the total number of COVID-19 cases in the district to 366, officials said. Also, nine people were discharged from hospitals after recovery from COVID-19,

Ahmedabad saw 1 death each hour in past week

169 persons died in 7 days—24 per day on an average; with 251new cases on Tuesday, district’s tally has touched 10,841

Madhya Pradesh: Premchand Guddu, who dubbed Scindia ‘traitor’, expelled from BJP

The Ghani, Abdullah deal

The agreem­ent is the outcom­e of a desire to promot­e partis­an intere­sts rather than advanc­ing the cause of peace

Las Vegas police report details injuries to arrested officers’ kids

The two Metropolitan Police Department officers who were arrested last week on child abuse charges allegedly hit the child with a belt and had been investigated previously.

Over 1,000 people caught drink or drug driving during coronavirus lockdown

The shocking figures show over 1,000 people were found to be driving under the influence during lockdown

New York governor floats infrastructure projects to reboot economy

NEW YORK, May 27 — New York Governor Andrew Cuomo yesterday floated a number of major infrastructure projects to reboot the US economy post-pandemic, saying he would raise the issue at a meeting today with President Donald Trump. “Let's do something creative, let's do it fast. Let's put...

CNN's Cooper on Trump's Scarborough Tweets: 'He Is Just a Little Man, Despite His Girth and Size'

Tuesday on CNN, host Anderson Cooper criticized President Donald Trump for his messaging on masks and his tweets about MSNBC host Joe Scarborough. | Clips

Uttar Pradesh News: This Lab in Meerut Falsely Tests 6 People COVID-19+, Likely to Lose Licence

The cancellation of the licence of the lab has already been recommended by Meerut District Magistrate Anil Dhingra.

UP: Private Lab Wrongly Diagnoses 6 People As Coronavirus Positive In Meerut; Later Test Negative

Meerut DM Anil Dhingra has recommended cancellation of the licence of Modern Lab and Diagnostic Centre.

Police seize drugs, cash, weapons and vehicles in Chch raids

Police executed nine search warrants in Christchurch today as part of an investigation into the supply of cannabis and money laundering. About 200...

Drugs, vehicles and weapon seized in raids

Police executed nine search warrants in Christchurch today as part of an investigation into the supply of cannabis and money laundering. About 200...

Fortitude Budget: Singapore to tap $31b more from reserves to fund support measures

Singapore will draw another $31 billion from its reserves to fund a fourth package of measures to cushion people and the economy from the coronavirus pandemic. The second draw in the span of two months reflects the impact Covid-19 has had on Singapore's open economy as...

Alleged Assault Of One Of Ana Kriegel's Killers To Be Investigated

An alleged assault of one of Ana Kriegel's killers at Oberstown Detention Centre is being investigated.

Man saved from River Forth as emergency services launch massive rescue mission

The Clackmannanshire Bridge and the nearby Kincardine Bridge were shut off in both directions this morning.

Man saved from River Forth and rushed to hospital as cops lock down two bridges

A MAN was rescued from the River Forth and rushed to hospital as cops locked down to bridges. Police confirmed that Clackmannanshire Bridge and Kincardine Bridge had been shut off as they dealt wit…

Govt must step up and stamp out online sexual harassment in Malaysia now, say Pakatan reps

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Three Pakatan Harapan (PH) representatives have called on the government to not ignore online sexual harassment and immediately act against such threats. In a joint statement today, Bandar Utama assemblyman Jamaliah Jamaluddin, Kampung Tunku assemblyman Lim Yi Wei and...

India's aggressive policy towards neighbours putting regional peace at stake: FM Qureshi

FM says India has also used Afghan­istan’s land agains­t Pakist­an in the past

COVID-19: New cases drop to 15 today, new record low during MCO

After recording a staggering 187 new cases yesterday, the number of new COVID-19 cases have dropped to 15 today. This is the lowest daily figure in Malaysia since the movement control order was imposed on 18th March 2020. The total number of confirmed cases in Malaysia is now 7,619.

Illicit drug trade thrives in Bangladesh amid coronavirus pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has stopped the world in its tracks, but drug traders in Bangladesh enjoy a booming business.

Man charged with murder of woman whose body was found bound in Sydney park

UPDATE @ 3.55 PM | A 51-year-old man has now been charged over the alleged murder of Sydney woman Nicole Cartwright, whose body was found near a children’s playground at Hunter’s Hill almost two years…

Trudeau points to job listings

UPDATE 8:48 a.m. Wednesday morning was Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's 65th early morning address to Canadians from Ottawa.

ECOWAS Court adjusts rules of procedure

The ECOWAS Court of Justice says it has updated its Practice Direction to enable the virtual conduct of Court sessions. The court also said it has updated the electronic filing of processes, acc...

Wednesday’s coronavirus news roundup: Toronto releases map showing neighbourhoods hardest hit by COVID-19

Plus: Restaurants, bars, community centres to reopen in Manitoba next week; New Brunswick reports third new case of COVID-19 in Campbellton area;

Volunteer army in Indonesia helps fight coronavirus with data, web

In the face of patchy data and conflicting advice from Indonesia's central government over measures to fight coronavirus, groups of volunteers have emerged as an increasingly important source of information and guidance.

Fake: No military lockdown of Mumbai, Pune announced

There is a message on the social media that claims that Mumbai and Pune would be under a military lockdown.

Centre, Maharashtra spar over Shramik Specials ‘going empty’

According to the Railways, based on the demand assessment provided by the Maharashtra government on May 15, 145 trains were planned.

It looks like Amy Cooper, the white woman in the viral Central Park video, is a liberal. That's important

On Monday around 8am, a white woman named Amy Cooper was walking her dog unleashed in a protected area of New York City’s Central Park, a wooded space called The Ramble.

Andhra High Court initiates contempt against YSRC MP, ex-MLA and 47 others

The two cases pertain to some people posting messages in social media threatening a judge

George Floyd, Killed By Minneapolis Police, Was Houston Rapper & DJ Screw Collaborator

Two days ago, an onlooker captured cell-phone video of Minneapolis police forcefully restraining an unarmed black man, 46-year-old George Floyd, at a bus stop. One white officer knelt on top of Floyd, pressing his knee against Floyd's neck for seven minutes. Floyd said that he couldn't breathe, and then his body went limp. Onlookers pleaded for the officer to get off of him. Later, at a hospital, Floyd was pronounced dead. Since then, four police officers have been fired, and police have used tear gas, smoke bombs, flash grenades, and rubber bullets against protesters. As it turns out, Floyd was once a part of one of America's most vital rap scenes. The Houston Chronicle reports that Floyd was born in North Carolina, but he grew up in Houston and became star high-school athlete, getting into Florida State University on a basketball scholarship. Floyd didn't finish college; instead, he returned to Houston and started making music under the name Big Floyd. In the '90s, Floyd rapped on

World Bank provides $346 million to strengthen resilience, livelihoods in Lake Chad region

It explained that overall, the Lake Chad region suffered from poor development and economic indicators compared to the averages in the four countries.

World Bank approves $346m for projects in Nigeria, others

Ihuoma Chiedozie, Abuja The World Bank has approved $346m for two projects aimed at strengthening resilience and livelihoods in the Lake Chad region. A statement from the World Bank explained...

I was not expecting this - Millicent Omanga in sweaty session despite 'promise' that case would be withdrawn

Tuju's "no mercy" promise became clear during Omanga's grilling

IATO urges tourism minister to provide financial stimulus for sector

IATO has also asked for special collateral free and interest free long-term loans (5-10 years) to be provided to the tour operators for revival of business and aggressive marketing, the statement said.

Karnataka set for reboot, but Covid rise a worry

The spike in Covid-19 positive cases over the last few days has become a cause for concern for Karnataka which is preparing to exit the lockdown and restart all economic activities.

Karnataka to slash stamp duty on new apartments costing up to Rs 35 lakh

The Chief Minister directed that the stamp duty be cut from the existing five per cent to two per cent on apartments costing less than Rs 20 lakh, getting registered for the first time

On This Day: Patent issued for Scotch tape

On May 27, 1930, Richard Gurley Drew received a patent for his adhesive tape, which was later manufactured by 3M as Scotch tape.

Salesman held for killing wife

The Delhi Police has arrested a 37-year-old salesman in national Capital for allegedly killing his wife. Police said that the accused killed his wife after he got frustrated with his marital life. The accused has been identified as Sudhir, a resident of Anand Parbat. Police said that the accused

Zuckerberg reportedly brushed aside internal research that showed Facebook exposed users to more and more extreme views, saying he never wanted the topic brought to him again

After Facebook researchers found the site contributed to divisive rhetoric, executives reportedly nixed proposed changes for fear of appearing biased.

Coronavirus: Testing rates slide as youngest death recorded

After a testing blitz, numbers of tests have fallen in the past week as economies open up.

UP: Man dies in Surat-Hazipur Shramik Special train – Firstpostofindia

A 50-year-old man died in Shramik Special train from Baliya district’s Surat to Hazipur on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the dead body was recovered from UP’s Baliya Railway Station last night. The deceased has been identified as Abhinav Kumar.  

Senior Arab Officials: Senior Saudi, Jordanian officials say moderate Arab states back Israel's sovereignty plan - Middle East

While Arab leaders officially oppose Israel's sovereignty plan, many have backed the plan in closed-door talks with the US.

Los Angeles Domestic Violence Hotline Calls Double Since Shutdown

California was one of the earliest locations to shut down, and Los Angeles County now reports that calls to the county’s domestic violence hotline have more than doubled since the virus hit.

Only One in Two Americans Say They’d Take a COVID-19 Vaccine

Whenever a coronavirus vaccine becomes available to the public, only 49 percent of Americans responding to a poll said they'd actually get it.

COVID-19: One death in Karnataka, 122 new cases confirmed

A 69-year-old woman from Yadgiri became the 45th COVID-19 related fatality in Karnataka, where 122 fresh cases have been reported.

Special Report: Bolsonaro brought in his generals to fight coronavirus. Brazil is losing the battle

SÃO PAULO/RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - In mid-March, Brazil took what seemed to be a forceful early strike against the coronavirus pandemic.

Fired Australian’s story reveals why Boris Johnson really backs under-fire adviser

Why hasn't Boris Johnson sacked Dominic Cummings? The answer may lie with a young Australian aide by the name of James McGrath.

More parts of the UK banning sky lanterns and helium balloons

North East Derbyshire District Council has introduced a charter to ban the release of sky lanterns and helium balloons on its land.

VICTOR JOECKS: Churches, DOJ push back on Sisolak’s discriminatory ban on worship services

Gov. Steve Sisolak’s lockdown orders have been unconstitutionally discriminatory against places of worship.

Kenya coronavirus: govt steps up voluntary testing appeals in hotspots

This article will give updates on major occurrences as relates to the East African country's efforts to combat the pandemic.

UK Refuses to See Fisheries as Bargaining Chip After EU Signals Concessions in Brexit Talk

The EU has indicated its willingness to ease its stance on fisheries in the Brexit talks and reach a compromise, Reuters reported on Tuesday, quoting sources within the...

Locust Invasion: Indian Farmers Cry For Relief As Country Hit By Second Plague

New Delhi (Sputnik): Struggling to contain the pandemic, India is now facing an additional challenge to deal with the worst locust attack in decades. This second wave...

Number of Filipinos with coronavirus abroad rises to 2,664

The death toll stands at 334 as of Wednesday, May 27

Agra: With Over 87 Per Cent Of Recovery Rate From COVID-19, Virus Spread In Taj City Slows Down Significantly

While 761 patients had recovered and returned home, the number of active cases was 76.

Provide Real-Time Data On Availability, Use of HCQ, Health Ministry Tells States, UTs

NEW DELHI: The Union Health Ministry has directed all States and Union Territories (UTs) to update the availability and consumption of hydroxychloroquine or HCQ tablets on the national Covid-19 portal as real-time data. The Ministry said that this will help it to chalk out a further action plan and to provide more HCQ tablets to the States and UTs when it is […]

Ultra Music Fest Hit With a Class Action Over Refusal to Issue Ticket Refunds

Two Florida residents are suing Ultra Music Festival for refusing to give refunds for their 2020 cancelled electronic music festival.

India Needs a Strategy to Exit Lockdown: Global Epidemiologist to former Opposition Congress Chief

New Delhi (Sputnik): Rahul Gandhi, the former head of India’s main opposition Congress Party, has been interacting with experts from several fields on the global...

‘Inter-Korean exchange should accompany North’s disarmament’

South Korea should make sure that inter-Korean exchanges proceed in parallel with North Korea’s denuclearization, the US State Department said Tuesday, reiterating its earlier stance made public several times. The department, asked by Voice of America about Seoul’s latest decision to ease restrictions on engagement with Pyongyang, said Washington supports inter-Korean cooperation, but that it should be i...

Tennessee woman indicted for murder after son dies of malnutrition, sepsis

A Tennessee woman was arrested and charged with first degree murder in the death of her adult son who had Down syndrome, officials said.

E-pass not needed for passengers moving to or from airport: Mumbai Police

The domestic flights were allowed to operate by the Central government, with reasonable restrictions, from May 25

China at it, again

Unusual aggression in Ladakh, the worst since Doklam, shows our neighbour is bent on arm twisting us in a post-pandemic world China is becoming as vindictive as the US in getting its way with the world or countries that are dependent on its still viable factory floors. And it has chosen to get

Las Vegas casino reopening ‘major milestone’ for city, industry

While not all properties in the state will take advantage of the initial opening date, several operators said they’re excited to open their doors to guests.

Owner rejects Indian claim of ‘spy’ pigeon’s capture

Yes, this is my pet pigeon as it can never be a spy or a terrorist," says Habibullah.

'Over 800 children have tested positive for Covid-19 in Sindh'

Wahab cautio­ns people, says still not too late to be carefu­l

Cabinet ministers to meet CMO to discuss physical distancing rules

Cabinet ministers will meet the Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan this afternoon to discuss Ireland's physical distancing rules.

Chief Minister: No 30% rise for key workers

KEY workers employed by the government will not get a 30% pay rise during the pandemic, the Chief Minister has said, after a petition calling for the move gathered more than 1,000 signatures.

COMEDK UGET 2020: Application date extended till 30 May; exam for admission to Karnataka's medical, engineering, dental colleges on 26 June

The consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has announced that it will conduct the Under Graduate Entrance Test (UGET) 2020 on 26 June

What a US exit from the WHO means for COVID-19 and global health

As President Trump terminates the US relationship with the agency, experts foresee incoherence, inefficiency and a resurgence of deadly diseases.

Borough Park businesses are flouting coronavirus shutdown restrictions

A slew of businesses that have reopened in Brooklyn’s Borough Park — some in apparent violation of shutdown orders — are allowing customers to pack their stores as if the coronavirus

Bank of Canada urges stores to continue to accept cash

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers had been increasingly using forms of cashless payment such as credit and debit cards, e-transfers and their smartphones to pay for products.

In pictures: Migrants head home as Covid-19 pandemic spreads unabated

The coronavirus lockdown has triggered a massive movement of migrants across the country, who are eager to return to their native places

Coronavirus: Obaseki intensifies search - The Nation Nigeria

The Godwin Obaseki’s administration has ramped up efforts at containing the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) in Edo State by visiting over ...

COVID-19: Edo govt intensifies case search in 566 communities, tests 1578

The Edo State Government has ramped up efforts at containing the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in the state, visiting over 566 rural

Banned Together: Iranian Ships in Venezuela Defy US Blockade

The arrival of the Iranian fuel vessels on the Venezuelan coast shows that there is an alternative to the US-imposed "world imperative", Venezuelan analyst Sergio...

Copying, cheating in exam like plague and pandemic, can ruin education system: HC

The student, in her plea, had said she appeared in all the exams, but in the 'International Trade' exam held on December 3, 2019, she got late due to traffic and inadvertently carried some notes in her stationery pouch.

Minneapolis protesters trash police precinct during clash over George Floyd’s death

A protest in Minneapolis over the death of a black man in police custody turned violent Tuesday night, with demonstrators clashing with police and trashing a precinct building, reports said. Several

3 young boys from Bolivia let a black widow bite them, hoping they’d turn into Spider-Man

Three boys from Bolivia let a black widow spider bite them in the hopes of gaining Spider-Man’s powers, but they ended up in hospital instead.

George Floyd – 4 White Police officers fired after killing black man (Video)

4 Minneapolis police officers have been fired from their job for their involvement in the killing of a black man, George Floyd. In a video that went viral on social media, the man was seen held

Arrests, beatings and dismissals of journalists underline official, corporate arbitrariness: SAMDEN

NEW DELHI, May 26: The South Asia Media Defenders Network (SAMDEN) today cited detention of media professionals in Bangladesh, attacks on journalists in the Punjab, and the dismissal of a pregnant reporter in Assam state as part of a pattern of official and corporate arbitrariness against media in the region.In Bangladesh, SAMDEN noted that the government of Sheikh Hasina Wajed has used the controversial Digital Security Act (DSA), passed in 2018 amid opposition from national, international media and rights groups, to arrest or charge at least 20 journalists over the past month.In one case, a senior journalist vanished in March after a politician from the governing Awami League party filed a criminal defamation case against him. The reporter mysteriously turned up at the India-Bangladesh border nearly two months later and was slapped with three cases under the DSA while senior editor, Matiur Rahman Choudhury of Manabzamin also is accused in the case. SAMDEN underlining the spate of cases against journalists and…

Coronavirus: Warning of second wave in north and 'more lives lost' despite no new Covid-19 deaths

NORTHERN Ireland has recorded no new Covid-19 deaths for the first time since the pandemic took hold - but health minister Robin Swann warned about a second wave and "more lives lost".

'We know businesses are hurting': Qld Tourism Minister

Queensland Tourism Minister Kate Jones says it is a delicate balance between health and the economy when dealing with the coronavirus.

The first batch of Sri Lankans leaves Doha in special repatriation flight

The first batch of Sri Lankans departed from Doha as part of a repatriation drive by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Qatar, yesterday.  A total of 275 were onboard Srilankan Airlines flight UL 218 departed from Hamad International Airport.

Newborn dies in UP as father runs from one hospital to another

A newborn child died allegedly due to lack of medical support in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar as his father kept running between hospitals in Greater Noida and Noida, prompting the district

‘Parliament useless without the opposition,’ says Mliswa

NORTON MP Temba Mliswa (Independent) yesterday said the National Assembly would be “useless” without opposition MDC Alliance MPs, adding that Zanu-PF legislators were incapable of asking probing questions to their ministers.

Biden: 'We'll Never Again Be Dependent on China' for Medical Supplies

During an interview with Cleveland's Fox 8 on Tuesday, 2020 Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden vowed that if he is elected president, the United States won't depend on China or any other nation for medical supplies and that he'll use the federal government's production power to make medical supplies in the U.S., eliminate tax incentives to move production to other countries created by President Trump, and increase investment in U.S. manufacturing to increase production capacity. | Clips

How Modi Failed the Pandemic Test

The starkest failure of the Indian government’s coronavirus strategy has been the devastation it imposed on the country’s workers.

Egypt records 19 new COVID-19 deaths, 910 cases

The ministry also reported 19 deaths due to the novel virus, upping the total number to 816.

Direct international flights to Thessaloniki Airport will resume from June 15

International flights to Greece will be able to land at Thessaloniki Airport, in Northern Greece, as of June 15 instead of July 1 as originally planned, Greek

Coronavirus in Navi Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones under Panvel Municipal Corporation including Kamothe, Kharghar, New Panvel, Kalamboli as of May 27

Agriculture department claims Pakistan is the new breeding spot of locusts

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

Pakistan needs debt relief

Global credit­ors need to waive both offici­al bilate­ral and commer­cial debt for low-income countr­ies

The Senate's fate rests in Trump's performance at the ballot box

The bottom line is that if the president wins, especially if he runs as expected in places such as North Carolina, Iowa and Maine, the Republicans probably will hold the Senate.

Galvez calls for probe on blast in Maguindanao

Presidential Peace Adviser Carlito G. Galvez Jr. on Tuesday called for an investigation of the explosion in Barangay Kitango, Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao, that killed two children and wounded several others on May 24.

Tiger that had killed shepherd near Hunsur trapped

Big cat injured due to territorial fight; to be shifted to Bengaluru Bannerghatta Biological Park Mysore/Mysuru: The tiger that had mauled a shepherd to death near Hunsur on Monday was trapped inside a cage late last night. A few remains of 65-year-old Jagadeesh was found near D. Haadi of Neralakuppe by the Forest Department officials...

National Assembly Suspends Holiday To Review 2020 Appropriation Bill

The federal lawmakers went on a two-week Sallah break and were to reconvene on June 2.

Senate, Reps return to consider revised 2020 budget

The National Assembly will resume tomorrow from its Sallah break to consider President Muhammadu Buhari’s Appropriation (Amendment) Bill, 2020.

'We need to talk more about mental health': Karan Kundrra condoles Preksha Mehta's suicide

Preksha has been a part of several television shows such as Crime Patrol, Meri Durga, and Laal Ishq, among others.

France reports more than 28,500 coronavirus deaths

France’s cumulative death toll from coronavirus infection rose by 73 or 0.3 per cent to 28,530 on Tuesday.This is a similar rate of increase