Has Dr Mahathir checkmated himself and lost the game?

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Has Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad checkmated himself in the country’s political game that has been focused on him since the 1980s? Or does he have any other hidden cards that he can throw on the table or make one move that will change his position on the chessboard, that can...

Collins Khosa's family lawyer to lodge review of army report

Lawyers representing the family of Collins Khosa, who was killed allegedly by soldiers, will lodge a review of the SA National Defence Force (SANDF) report that cleared troops of any wrongdoing.

Complaints over lockdown in Andhra Pradesh to go to NDMA

It noted that violations of the lockdown are under the purview of the NDMA.

Chini by-election: EC says number of people allowed at nomination centre will probably be limited

PUTRAJAYA, May 29 — Setting the maximum number of people allowed to be at the nomination centre and the new normal in the election campaign are among the standard operating procedures (SOP) expected to be introduced for the Chini state by-election in Pahang next month. Election Commission (EC)...

Russia to hold talks with Syria about obtaining more facilities, maritime access: Ifax

MOSCOW (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russia’s defence and foreign ministries to hold talks with Syria for Moscow to obtain additional facilities and maritime access in Syria, the Interfax news agency cited a government resolution as saying on Friday.

Federal facility reports increase in COVID-19 cases

The Federal Transfer Center in Oklahoma City reported a significant increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases over the past week. The center, which ranks eighth out of 112 Bureau of Prisons facilities in confirmed inmate COVID-19 cases, reported 50 inmates and three staff members tested positive for COVID-19 as of Wednesday. Eighteen inmates have recovered, and one inmate, 56-year-old Douglas Allen Reid, has died. The 53 cases at the FTC, which is in the 73012 ZIP Code, account for the 40-case spike reported in the area on May 21, according to the Oklahoma City Emergency Management Office. That makes the 73012 ZIP Code the seventh highest with the number of COVID-19 cases in the state.

Why ‘Critical Covid Patient’ Unattended By Govt Doctors For Hours At Gandhi Hospital In Hyderabad?

The official apathy towards Covid-19 patients makes the life hell before they get admitted in the hospital the Ordeal began when the Covid positive patient had to first struggle to get an ambulance from a private hospital, and then he was made to wait in the covid designated government hospital.

India sees rises in hacking attempts by disguising as WHO, Google says

Even within India, Google has found that between 50 and 100 users in India were targeted by state-backing phishing attempts in April, a new report states.

Louis Ng urges Govt to provide more help to older women trying to have children through IVF

Louis Ng urges Govt to provide more help to older women trying to have children through IVF

Cultural institutes shut down again as COVID-19 resurgence seen in Seoul metropolitan area

The three venues of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA) in Seoul, Gwacheon and Deoksugung will temporarily close for next two weeks starting Saturday, reflecting the government’s strict social distancing measures in Seoul, Incheon and Gyeonggi Province, MMCA announced on Thursday. MMCA Cheongju in North Chungcheong Province, however, will remain open for now. The announcement cam...

Budhrani lab staff who hid details of kin being virus +ve dies due to COVID

Reports of woman, father-in-law showed patches; she went to work with fever and did not tell mgmt

Strategic stalemate

The Chinese behaviour along the LAC points to a familiar pattern vis-a-vis India. However, it’s time for New Delhi to turn a new page in dealing with Beijing After some intense physical showdown between the Indian and Chinese soldiers at the Line of Control (LAC), attempts are now being made by

Noted astrologer Bejan Daruwala dies at 88

A practicing Zoroastrian, Daruwalla was also a self-proclaimed Ganesha devotee

The problem with 'shielding' people from coronavirus? It's almost impossible

We can’t simply ‘cocoon’ our most vulnerable when they rely on others for care and services, say public health academics Devi Sridhar and Yasmin Rafiei

Iranians And Iraqis Dominate Attempts To Enter UK Via Perilous Cross-Channel Route

The two Middle East countries accounted for more than 80% of all attempts to cross the busy English Channel in the first three months of this year

Mini-grid services continue to drive rural India’s need for power supply: Survey

Economic activities have continued to witness major drop in the mini-grid villages.Direct Government interventions have provided relief

Legislative Changes To Support The Wellbeing Of Veterans And Their Families

Minister for Veterans Ron Mark has welcomed the First Reading of a Bill that will make legislative changes to further improve the veterans’ support system.

Legislative changes to support the wellbeing of veterans and their families - Govt

Minister for Veterans Ron Mark has welcomed the First Reading of a Bill that will make legislative changes to further improve the veterans’ support system.

Cop who attended lion attack on Aussie zookeeper says call out 'absolutely harrowing'

"I have never come across a job like this in my career."

The 41 most watched TV shows of the last year, according to Nielsen ratings

The list includes hit network dramas and sitcoms like "NCIS" and "The Conners," as well as ESPN's "The Last Dance" docuseries.

This is the face of a man who spat at an ambulance worker during pandemic

He spat in the woman's face when she was just trying to help him

Woman sets herself ablaze after husband refuses to buy smartphone

She was later admitted to a hospital where she succumbed to her injuries on Thursday.

Covid19 | 1200 samples collected at Srinagar Airport in 4 days

1200 samples collected at Srinagar Airport in 4 days | As many as 16 travellers who arrived at the Srinagar International Airport during last four days have tested positive for Covid-19 even as 1200 samples

What Ivanka Trump 'taking the red pill' says about the White House

The president’s daughter is not just a rich kid – she's also a representative of the US with an understanding of the alt-right political fringe.

‘Lockdown was not the way to battle Covid-19’

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Thursday accused the Narendra Modi government of enforcing a nationwide lockdown to tackle the Covid-19 pandemic without any proper planning. Under the Speak Up India campaign, Baghel said the pathogen came from Arab and European countries. As only 500

Borno discharges 135 COVID-19 patients

Kayode Idowu, Maiduguri Borno State Government has discharged 135 COVID-19 patients, The PUNCH reports. The patients, who initially tested positive for the virus, later tested negative twice ...

[ANALYSIS] Where we stand in fight vs coronavirus: What DOH data tells us

Only one measure suggests continued elevated risk from the pandemic: the number of confirmed cases

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones from Colaba in SoBo to Borivali in West and Mulund in East issued by BMC as of May 29

The tally of COVID-19 cases in Mumbai crossed the 35,000-mark on Thursday with the detection of 1,438 new infections, while the toll topped 1,100 with 38 fresh deaths.

Namibian crew stuck at sea

ABOUT 10 Namibian crew members of the 'Carnival Fascination' passenger cruise liner are stuck on the vessel about 10 nautical miles west of Walvis Bay.

Mumbaikars want to order liquor online? Do not call on these phone numbers

On Friday, the Mumbai Police has given a list of phone numbers of fraudsters relating to the home delivery of liquor.

Coronavirus: 3 more lives lost as deaths of confirmed Covid-19 patients reach 521

A further three people who tested positive for coronavirus have died, according to the Department of Health.

Decision on accelerating easing of restrictions to be made next week

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that the country is on track for phase two of the lockdown exit plan but any easing of restrictions cannot be “accelerated unsafely”.

Over 36,000 migrant workers return home from UT so far

As many as 36,243 migrant workers have returned to their home towns through special shramik trains from Chandigarh so far. Two trains accommodating 3102 migrant workers left Chandigarh Railway Station on Thursday for Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. A special shramik train for Chapra, Hajipur,

Karnataka: No test if you are in institutional isolation for 7 days and show no symptoms

Any person who has completed seven days of institutional quarantine will undergo a medical check-up and will be sent for seven days of home quarantine. “If the person develops symptoms during home quarantine, health department staff will guide her to the hospital,” education minister S Suresh Kumar said in Covid-19 briefing on Thursday.

World Bank lends Philippines US$500m to counter virus impact

MANILA, May 29 — The World Bank Group approved a US$500 million (RM2.2 billion) loan for the Philippines to help it cope with the economic impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the Bank said today. The Philippine government will begin easing from June 1 one of the world’s toughest and...

Theaters may reopen, curfew gets a cut: COVID-19 Task Force

Return to movie theaters and start your day earlier – or slink home pre-dawn sooner – when restrictions are lifted Monday Health officials today announced that cinemas are among venues which may resume business as coronavirus infections wane,...

J&K govt specifies CAT benches in Jammu, Srinagar

JAMMU, May 28: Government of India on Thursday specified Jammu and Srinagar as the places at which the Benches of the Central Administrative Tribunal shall ordinarily sit for the J&K and Ladakh.“In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (7) of section 5 of the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985 (13 of 1985), the Central Government hereby specifies Jammu and Srinagar as the places at which the Benches of the Central Administrative Tribunal shall ordinarily sit for the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union territory of Ladakh,” reads the notification G.S.R. 317(E). However, in the subsequent notification (GSR 318(E), issued in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of the section 18 of the Administrative Tribunals Act, only Jammu bench has been mentioned having jurisdiction in J&K and Lakakh. The notifications come around ten days after J&K high court had sought “competent authority’s” view on suggestion for having one CAT bench each at Jammu and Srinagar. Hearing separate petitions…

Keyless and clueless: Stranded truckers from north India tell tales of police brutality

Truck drivers stuck for over two weeks after cops confiscated their keys for transporting migrants. JOYEL K PIOUS & SHIBA PRASAD SAHU meet them during a late-night rendezvous

Cases surge; GCQ in MM

President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the shift to a more relaxed community quarantine starting June 1 for Metro Manila, the country’s epicenter for the coronavirus pandemic.

Almost 1,000 students fail to register before calculated grades deadline

Some 98% of Leaving Cert pupils sign up and will receive their results in August

Religious Places to Re-Open in Bengal from June 1, all Employees will Return to Work from 8 June -

On Friday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said in a press conference about the Corona crisis that religious places

Coronavirus in Maharashtra: Number COVID-19 cases cross in state crosses 2000-mark in a day

Former top diplomat reveals what Asia really thinks about us

Former ambassador and high commissioner John McCarthy holds strong opinions on the state of Australia's 'extraordinarily ill-considered' foreign policy.

Man, 20, slashed in ambush linked to rivalry over woman

After telling his family that he was going out to buy drinks, a man went to meet his girlfriend's former boyfriend to resolve their differences. The meeting on Wednesday evening landed the 20-year-old in hospital with serious injuries after he was attacked by a group of...

Schoolgirl abduction report a false complaint, police tell principal

An alleged abduction of a teenage girl did not happen, the principal of the girl's high school says. Auckland's Western Springs College principal...

Rivers council chair dies - The Nation Nigeria

Chairman of Asari Toru Local Government Area in Rivers State, Odiari Princewill, is dead. He died on Wednesday at about 10 pm and was buried

Wike's strongman, Asari Toru LGA chair, dies - The Nation

The Chairman of Asari Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State, Odiari Princewill, known as a strong loyalist of the state Governor, Nyesom..

Taiwan premier says new law not needed for Hong Kong refugees

Su Tseng-chang shoots down requests for new asylum system, says existing legislation works

Schools to only partially return in September if 2m-rule in force, Education Minister says

Education Minister Joe McHugh said he was against this partial return, and would “move mountains” for students.

Chennai adds 559 cases, city tally touches 12,762

As of Wednesday, Royapuram remains the most affected among the 15 zones under Greater Chennai Corporation with 2,252 positive cases.

BITSAT 2020: Entrance test for BE and BPharma courses to be held from 6 to 10 August; more details to be released soon

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) has announced the revised exam dates for BITSAT 2020. The admission test will be conducted from 6 to 10 August

Erongo residents taking Covid-19 more seriously

RECENT news reports concerning Covid-19 cases at Walvis Bay have brought home the seriousness of the coronavirus pandemic to residents of the Erongo region.

Gloves come off as Democrats fight for House seat in California

The race between two progressive Democrats to occupy an open seat in California is turning abrasive and expensive, resurfacing pent-up frustrations by Hispanics about the challenges they face when

Grieving mum's warning as children are spotted swimming in Beeston Weir where her son died

She doesn't want to see another life lost in open water

Students May Attend Only 100 Days of School in New COVID-19-Induced Normal in India, Sources Say

New Delhi (Sputnik): Schools and universities were closed in India even before the first lockdown was announced on 24 March. The schooling system then moved to virtual...

EUR/USD: Four reasons for a correction

EUR/USD has hit 1.11 – the highest since March – amid hopes for EU stimulus, dollar weakness but the sharp run may be followed by a temporary rethink

Brazilian man carrying €525K held for money laundering

A 51-year-old Brazilian man was arrested in Rotterdam on Wednesday after he was found to be carrying 525 thousand euros in a large shopping bag. He was taken into custody on charges of money

Politics Podcast: What Biden’s VP Picks Say About Him

Given that presidential nominees choose their running mates without any formal input from voters, how they choose can say a lot about the candidates and their v…

Neighbor ‘driven crazy’ by noisy rooster ‘murdered its owner by sticking his fingers in his eyes until he died’

A MAN killed his neighbour by gouging out his eyes with his bare hands over a noisy rooster, police say. Richard Ellison, 47, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder of Benny Foutch…

Inquest hears MoD man's death likely down to asbestos exposure

Asbestos exposure likely led to the death of a government aeronautical mathematician, an inquest has found.

Virus protection adds new wrinkle to Southwest heat relief

Trying to stay safe during a global pandemic is hard enough, but people in Southwest desert cities like Phoenix and Las Vegas where temperatures can soar into the triple digits are also trying to prot

COVID-19 recovery rate in Navi Mumbai improves

Safdarjung reports 52 deaths, Delhi govt alleges delay

On May 9, The Indian Express had reported that there was a mismatch between the death toll reported by four hospitals and that shared by the Delhi government in its health bulletin.

EXPLAINED: 447 Missing Covid-19 Cases in Total Tally

Dr. Patrick Amoth further stated that there were 140 individuals who'd been classified under the critical group because of...

Mkhize: We must accept new reality that COVID-19 will be here for long time

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize and other Health Department officials briefed the country on the effectiveness of the lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic..

Police investigating after alleged vandalism at Montreal synagogue

MONTREAL — B’nai Brith Canada is describing a recent act of vandalism against a Montreal-area synagogue as one of the worst such incidents in Canada in recent years.

Metro police make several arrests in Manenberg after shootings

One of the suspects was taken into custody on Thursday night after he was found in possession of an illegal firearm and 11 rounds of ammunition.

Ending lockdown

"The economy went dead. It has to be revived."     On Monday, June 1, 2020, most Filipinos will enjoy the benefits of relative freedom. June 1 is the first day after Asia’s strictest and the world’s longest lockdown ends, on May 31.

Covid-19 contact-tracing calls fell more than half during May

Calls fell from 8,000 a week at start of month to 3,800 as incidence of virus diminished

Motorcycle rider in life-threatening condition after Scarborough collision

A motorcycle rider is in life-threatening condition after a collision in Scarborough early Friday morning.

Duterte places metro under GCQ

PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday announced the relaxation of quarantine restrictions in the country despite the government’s continuing battle against the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Two hurt in Rotterdam gas leak explosion; Possibly intentional

Two people were wounded Friday morning in Rotterdam when a forceful explosion in a flat blew out the apartment’s facade. A gas leak led to the explosion on Vignolastraat, according to the regional

National Strategy For Careers And Employability Is The enduring Solution Grant Robertson Is Seeking

In announcing the Covid Income Relief Payment this week the Hon. Grant Robertson stated the Government is also considering an “enduring solution” to support New Zealanders experiencing job loss beyond the current crisis. The Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ) welcomes this news but also asks: where is a National Strategy for Careers and Employability that would underpin such an initiative?

A national strategy for careers and employability is the "enduring solution" - CDANZ

In announcing the Covid Income Relief Payment this week the Hon. Grant Robertson stated the Government is also considering an "enduring solution" to support New Zealanders experiencing job loss beyond the current crisis. The Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ) welcomes this news but also asks: where is a National Strategy for Careers and Employability that would underpin such an initiative?

WB students might attend classes on alternate days after reopening: Education Minister

The state-run schools are scheduled to open from June 30, according to Indian Express.

Lesotho court revokes former first lady Maesiah Thabane’s bail

The former Prime Minister Tom Thabane’s third wife was granted bail by the high court for the alleged killing of Thabane’s second wife Lipolelo.

Locust attack on Delhi? Is capital under threat of locusts swarm anytime soon? Check details

Warnings of probable locust attack in Delhi have been issued by Locust Warning Organisation (LWO) which is a body under the Ministry of Agriculture.

Toll restoring services following ransomware attack | ZDNet

Confirms information accessed includes name, address, age, and payroll information such as salary, superannuation, and tax file number.

Cops That Kneed On George Floyd’s Neck Received Multiple Complaints In The Past

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US Declaration Of (Cold) War

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Anwar: Pakatan won’t make same ‘mistake’ when choosing next PM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today that Pakatan Harapan will not repeat “past mistakes” when the coalition selects its prime minister candidate moving forward. The coalition previously went with Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who resigned as the PM in...

Chinese Tian’he carrying Pakistani flag returns from its space journey

The Embassy of Pakistan in China had handed over the national flag of Pakistan for the space voyage to CMSA in Beijing on 11 February 2020, read the official statement

T.I. Responds To Trump Using His Song ‘Whatever You Like’ For Anti-Joe Biden Ad

T.I isn’t pleased with his song being used on Donald Trump’s Snapchat story to attack Joe Biden.

Logging in Hulu Muda threatens water supplies for three states, says Penang Water Supply Corporation

GEORGE TOWN, May 29 — The proposed reopening of logging concessions in Ulu Muda, Kedah, announced by Mentri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, is seen as leading to more deforestation activities in the most important water catchment area in the northern area in the future. Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau...

Concerned citizens write letter to CJ after bench change

Advocates and activists express disappointment and serious concern over the reconstitution of the bench hearing suo motu plea and PIL on Covid

Mamelodi Baptist Church will not reopen due to 'unacceptably high' infection rate in Tshwane

The leadership of Mamelodi Baptist Church in Tshwane has decided it will not be reopening from 1 June when the country moves to Level 3 of lockdown.

Minnesota National Guard sends more than 500 troops to Minneapolis, St. Paul

More than 500 members of the Minnesota National Guard deployed to Minneapolis and St. Paul on Thursday, their "key objective" being to ensure fire departments can respond to calls. We are here with the Minneapolis Fire Department ready to assist so they can safely do their mission. pic.twitter.com/FjsCJ5B8d0 — MN National Guard (@MNNationalGuard) May 29, 2020 Gov. Tim Walz (D) declared a state of emergency in the Twin Cities and called in the Minnesota National Guard in response to protests over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody. Several buildings have been set on fire in both cities, including the 3rd Precinct station in Minneapolis, going up in flames after demonstrators forcibly entered the building. The Minnesota National Guard said its mission is to "protect life" and "preserve property and the right to peacefully demonstrate," and tweeted a photo showing one of its vehicles next to a Minneapolis Fire Department truck. Catherine Garcia

ITBP cop dies due to cardiac arrest in J&K's Rajouri

An Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) man died due to cardiac arrest in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir last night, officials said today. Quoting

Leo Varadkar says schools will be reopened by the end of August

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that both primary and secondary schools will be reopened by the end of August for the start of the academic year

Man shot multiple times in North York

A man is in serious condition following a shooting in North York.

A look back on Perth and Kinross by-election 25 years after result sent shockwaves through British politics

The electoral map in the region was about to be transformed

Perfect Time For Govt To Reignite Campaign To Quit Smoking

“With so many Kiwis now keen to quit smoking, the Government needs to press play on its long-promised public awareness campaign to encourage and support smokers to switch to vaping. World Smokefree Day this Sunday provides the perfect platform,” says Ben Pryor, Co-director of Vapo and Alt New Zealand.

Germany records highest number of anti-Semitic crimes since 2001 - Europe

German police registered 2,032 anti-Semitic crimes, including two killings, in 2019, up 13% from 2018.

Man gets two life terms for rape and murder of partner’s daughter, aged 9

Bongani Thokozani Dlamini raped and strangled the girl before dumping her body in a nearby pit toilet in January 2020.

Maharashtra to ease lockdown from June onwards

Maharashtra Chief Secretary Ajoy Mehta had on Tuesday told reporters that the lockdown removal will happen in a 'very very gradual' and calibrated manner.Inter-district movement however, may not be allowed as it may lead to cross infection

Family assured Jordan Sinnott manslaughter trial will go ahead

A trial date of July 20 has been fixed

Opposition questions lack of transparency in ration funding

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) council meeting got off to a stormy start on Thursday with the ruling party coming under fire over the release of nearly Rs 20 crore to several organisations by bypassing the transparency rules.

A court must first rule on whether DA virtual congress is lawful - John Moodey

DA leadership hopeful John Moodey has written to the party's public representatives, objecting to the proposed plans for a virtual leadership conference in October, and challenging its constitutional validity.

Warning to parents after cyber criminals attack school website

Parents have been advised to be cautious of any emails containing personal information

Hry Speaker serves notice to SP, MC Joint Commissioner for not picking up calls of MLAs

Taking serious note of the complaints of Haryana MLAs that Government officers did not pick up their phone calls, State Vidhan Sabha Speaker Gian Chand Gupta on Thursday sought an explanation from Sonepat Municipal Corporation Joint Commissioner Shambhu Rathi and Rewari SP Nazneen Bhasin. In two

'MPs must recognise Mnangagwa'

ALL Members of Parliament - including those from the opposition - will now be expected to recognise President Emmerson Mnangagwa following the adoption of new r...

Cruz, Lee on Next Virus Legislation: Recovery, Not Relief Legislation

Sens. Ted Cruz and Mike Lee said tax cuts and deregulation are needed to help small businesses recover in the wake of coronavirus.

Court Hands Kalonzo, Karua Reprieve In Race To Join Prestigious Senior Counsel Club

The High Court has suspended the Law Society of Kenya's decision to revoke a list of 22 names proposed for conferment of the rank of senior counsel.In a ruling delivered on Friday, Lady Justice Pa

Board denies perpetrator of violent attack parole

A man convicted of attempted murder over a "frenzied" attack in a Wanaka shop has been declined parole. Ahu Stanley Taylor (44) was jailed for 10...

Malaysia’s law minister: Govt not denying non-Muslims’ right to drink alcohol if legal limits complied

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The Malaysian government’s stern position against drunk driving that cause deaths in road accidents does not mean that non-Muslims in the country would not be allowed to drink alcohol, minister in charge of parliament and law Datuk Takiyuddin Hassan clarified today....

Britain seeking new entrants to 5G market: PM's spokesman

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain set out in January that it was seeking entrants into the market for 5G telecommunications and that London is speaking to allies about it such as the United States, a spokesman for Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday.

UP’s economic activity returning to normalcy; here’s what industrial power demand data shows

After two successive months of depressed economic activity, industrial power consumption in UP, this week, crossed 90 per cent of the average consumption recorded in February.

Double whammy

If this is the fate that awaits them for performing their already very perilous profession, our corps of medical and health professionals would surely dwindle as they would be forced to switch jobs or professions or, worse, go to greener pastures abroad.

COVID-19: JK contributes Rs 10 Cr towards PM CARES Fund

COVID-19: JK contributes Rs 10 Cr towards PM CARES Fund Jammu, May 28: Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has contributed an amount of Rs 10 Crores to Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund) towards the efforts being undertaken by the Government of India to prevent and contain COVID-19 pandemic […]

Buhari seeks Senate’s approval for $5.513b external loan

The Federal Government also intends to borrow Euro 995million from the Export-Import Bank of Brazil to support Green imperative and enhance the....

Ukrainian Interior Minister Says Shooting In Kyiv Region Linked To Corruption

Ukrainian Interior Minister Arsen Avakov has said that a mass shooting incident in the town of Brovary near the capital is linked to corruption among Kyiv city and region's authorities.

Karnataka on alert over locust invasion

Entomologist says Amphan may have changed the wind direction leading to change of route

Khar building that Shah Rukh Khan offered for Covid-19 patients lying unused

The four-storey building that Shah Rukh used as his office has been equipped with 22 beds, but the BMC has no staff to make it operational

NHS Test and Trace Programme Hit by Further Technical Problems on Second Day

The United Kingdom's new track and tracing program has been introduced in order for users to report symptoms in order to more effectively identify new cases of the...

Russia criticised for detaining journalists for solo protests

In Moscow, a number of popular journalists have held individual protests against a 15-day prison time of fellow journalist Ilya Azar. The protesting journalists were detained drawing criticism to Russia from the Council of Europe, BBC reports.

Umesh Katti denies rumours,says MLAs met for lunch only

The former Minister Umesh Katti has denied allegations that he was trying to topple the BJP government in the State by leading a dissident group against Chief Minster B.S. Yediyurappa.In a video clip

Coronavirus: How government plan will test and protect Tayside

Health chiefs have been sharing how the Scottish Government’s test and protect strategy will work in Tayside.

Gate accident brings fine

A Ranfurly dairy company has been fined $270,937 over an incident which could have killed a worker had he not been coincidentally wearing a helmet...

The fate of 2021 Elections

Electoral Commission should give guidance because any talk of extension of elections must consider what our laws say COMMENT | MUKALAZI DEUS MUBIRU | The recent unprecedented Covid19 control measures, which included suspension of public meetings like political rallies, conferences and other related meetings, disrupted the core activities of the Electoral Commission (EC). Roadmap  activities …

Don Jazzy, Segalink Condemn Southern Kaduna Killings, Call For Justice

Between May 19 to 24, herdsmen have killed scores of persons in many communities in the area.

Identical twins who were former gang members quit, turn millionaires

Sam and Steve Nico Williams, a 38-year-old set of twins have dropped their gang lifestyle and focused on building their own business which has been successful

Jharkhand With 11 new COVID-19 cases rises to 469

The total number of COVID-19 cases in Jharkhand rose to 469 after 11 more people tested positive for coronavirus, a government bulletin issued stated.

Indonesia's 'new normal' comes with infection risk

The Jokowi government is keen to get the country back to work but a surge in COVID-19 cases could be just around the corner.

Belfast solicitor warned by PSNI of 'imminent' attack

A prominent Belfast solicitor has been told by the PSNI that his home and business are under “imminent” threat of being attacked.

From flat to fizz: Kezia Dugdale speaks candidly to The Stooshie about her ‘exhausting’ legal fight

Kezia Dugdale initially felt “exhausted and flat” after being informed this week of her victory in a long-running legal battle with the Wings Over Scotland blogger, she has revealed.

Edo, Ondo, Oyo, Bauchi, Ebonyi, 3 others get new CPs

The Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, yesterday, ordered the immediate posting/deployment of eight police commissioners.

Belfast bar wins dispute over draught pint deliveries

Door-to-door deliveries of pints of Guinness will resume in Belfast this weekend after a legal dispute between a bar and the police was resolved.

Electricity: Buhari approves funding for first phase of Siemens power deal

Nigeria's electricity sector may soon receive a great boost as President Muhammadu Buhari has approved funding for the first phase of a deal with Siemens AG.

Children's Day: NOA-FCT, BPW urge leaders to provide specialised learning aids for children living with disabilities

The National Orientation Agency, FCT directorate, has called for the provision of specialised learning aids for children living with disabilities in Nigeria.

Trump targets social media with executive order to limit liability protection

The White House has called on the FCC to regulate whether social media are liable for content posted on their platforms. An executive order issued by President Donald Trump instructed the Commerce Department to start a consultation at the FCC on enforcing part of the Communications Decency Act, a law from 1996 that protects online platforms from liability for user content. Trump claims some social media may not be protected by the law, as they have gone beyond 'good faith' efforts to remove objectionable content and started stifling free speech. 

Coronavirus: Team creates screen for boda bodas

The wait for boda bodas to resume transporting people has led some innovative minds to come up with ways of how to convince Government to give them the green light....

What is a locust plague?

Over the last few days, a swarm of locust has been sighted in the urban areas of Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.

7-months-old baby dies of COVID-19 in Sangareddy

A 7-month-old girl, who died at Niloufer Hospital on Wednesday while undergoing treatment, was COVID-19 positive as her swab result revealed

COVID-19 in Madhya Pradesh: Ratlam contain coronavirus cases at two

Baseer reviews Anantnag's COVID19 management

Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Baseer Khan, today convened a meeting at Civil Secretariat, Jammu to review and assess the management and initiatives

Dr Mahathir’s lawyer warns of legal action if sacking by Bersatu upheld

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The lawyer for Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said Bersatu’s move to expel him and four other leaders for sitting in the Opposition bench during the May 18 Parliament meeting was invalid. Lawyer Mohamed Haniff Khatri Abdulla said their termination according to clauses 10.2.2 and...

Are masks the new face of our society? Science and the changing landscape of human expression

As masks become the norm in a post-COVID-19 world, experts discuss adapting to new social cues, facial recognition and even security concerns.

High Court issues notice petition filed against illegal detention

Justice Sunil Balkrishna Shukre and Justice Anil Satyavijay Kilor have issued notices to Chief Secretary, Mantralaya, Superintendent Of Police Gadchiroli, Mohit Kumar Garg, Addl S. P Gadchiroli and others in a petition filed for illegal detention and compensation. A petition has been before the Hon’ble High Court claiming action and compensation against the illegal detention […]

Coronavirus in Thane: List of COVID-19 containment zones in Thane city, Kalwa, Diva and Mumbra issued by TMC as of May 29

Two corporators from the Thane Municipal Corporation were among 393 persons who tested positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra's Thane district.

Coronavirus in Indore: Full list of containment zones as on May 29 released by IMC

Four new cases, no deaths

The provincial government has confirmed four new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, none of which came in the Interior Health region.

Cash crunch hits PCB, as it seeks Rs 3cr from PMC

Cantonment board officials claim civic body authorities promised financial aid but the latter said only healthcare commitment was made for treating patients

Shoalhaven Zoo lion attack leaves woman critically injured

A woman has been attacked by a lion at Shoalhaven Zoo on the NSW south coast. The woman has injuries to her neck and back.

Adored father of two young children died after being hit by car while out cycling before work

David 'Davey' Jones, 41, was out cycling when he was hit by a Jeep

Saudi Arabia records more COVID-19 recoveries than infections in past 24 hours

LONDON: Saudi Arabia recorded more recoveries from the coronavirus (COVID-19) than new cases, the health ministry announced on Friday. With 1,581 new infections recorded since Thursday, the Kingdom’s daily case rate continues to fall.  The ministry announced 2,460 new recoveries over the past 24 hours, which takes the total number of recoveries nationwide to 57,013. The death

South Africa coronavirus: avoid churches, reopening is death trap - Malema

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

Corruption Pandemic: Mnangagwa’s son in US$1m COVID-19 tender scam

Government early this month went out of its way to authorise payment of nearly US$1 million for a consignment of COVID-19 equipment at an inflated cost from a company linked to President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s son, Collins, leaked official documents have shown.

Pakistan begins transit trade to Afghanistan via Gwadar port

Advise­r to PM on commer­ce says the chapte­r marks a first in countr­y's sea trade activi­ties

PIC CFO suspension extended as disciplinary clears her of Ayo charges

Board says it will be

Inslee wants nursing home residents, staff tested by June 12

Governor says state will pay for test kits and personal protective equipment.

Student, 25, hacked to death in Nasarawa

Umar Muhammed, Lafia A 25-year-old student of the College of Health Science and Technology, Keffi, Nasarawa State, Yusuf Adi, has reportedly been hacked to death at Ugah, in Lafia, the state capit...

WATCH | Joburg hairdresser breaches lockdown regulations to make ends meet

A Johannesburg-based hairdresser has resorted to conducting business illegally after losing his income due to the nationwide lockdown that began on 26 March.

Coronavirus in Ballarat: Scouts pushing forward during pandemic

Like all groups and clubs, Ballarat's Scout groups have been forced to make huge adjustments over the past two months because of the COVID-19 pandemic. As an...

Spain approves national minimum income scheme

Spain’s cabinet has approved the creation of a national minimum income, according to a government spokesperson. Deputy Prime Minister Pablo Iglesias told a news conference on Friday the creation of a

Parents oppose plan to reopen Lagos schools

Some parents in Lagos State have kicked against the reopening of schools in view of the continued spread of the coronavirus in the country. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the parents sai...

Editorial: Take hard look at Young Brothers plea for coronavirus relief aid | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

By the time much of Hawaii’s cargo reaches its final destination, Young Brothers LLC has touched it at some point. So alarm bells clanged loudly when the interisland shipper announced that the pandemic-related economic slump has pushed the company to the brink of its own shutdown.

Karnataka govt relaxes norms to claim relief package

The government relaxed norms to claim one-time relief for artisans, barbers, auto and taxi drivers here Thursday. The Cabinet decision was after complaints of inconvenience caused to the

Dalai Lama blames George Floyd’s death on racism, discrimination

The 84-year-old spiritual leader’s talk was part of a two-day empowerment teaching on Avalokiteshvara, a practice focused on compassion.

Hero Tesco worker, 20, drowned trying to save pal, 24, who also died in double river tragedy just months before wedding

A HERO drowned in the River Avon to save his pal who also died in the double tragedy just months before his wedding. Samuel Fernandez, 20, jumped into the water in Bath to rescue Velly Sousa, 24, a…

Lufthansa Not Ruling Out Bankruptcy Option if Gov't Aid Package Not Arranged, Report Says

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - German flag carrier Lufthansa reserves the right to file for bankruptcy if negotiations with the government over a multi-billion coronavirus-related...

Edo discharges 11 more patients, clears 1159 suspected cases

The Edo State Government has announced the discharge of 11 more coronavirus (COVID-19) patients, who have tested negative for the virus...

Randy Orton Trends After Supporting ‘Black Lives Matter’ Amid George Floyd Protests

WWE Superstar Randy Orton has come out in support of #BlackLivesMatter amid the killing of George Floyd.

Fed Govt to appoint CSO to monitor recovered $311.79m Abacha loot

The Federal Government  on Thursday began the process of appointing a civil society’s representative into a committee that will monitor ...

KSU plea for waiving fees in private schools

SHILLONG: In the light of the acute economic hardship faced by the people of the state due to the indefinite lockdown, the Education Cell of the Khasi Students’ Union has stepped in to take up the cause of the teachers and the students of private sch

Irish planning for no-deal Brexit to restart as EU-UK talks go badly

Simon Coveney likely to offer gloomy prognosis to Ministers at meeting today

‘I’ve Not Been Recognised By Friends’: Indians Want Individuality Over Masked Realms of ‘Who Am I’

New Delhi (Sputnik): Some of the most awaited high-fashion events of the year, including the Met Gala have been cancelled this year due to the pandemic, which came as a...

With no deaths, Namibia to further ease coronavirus lockdown

Namibia has received international praise after recording only 22 confirmed COVID-19 infections with 14 recoveries.

4 Mombasa Patients Succumb To COVID-19 As Positive Cases Jump To 1,745

Kenya has recorded 127 newly detected infections after testing a 3,831 sample size.Addressing reporters at Afya House during the daily COVID-19 briefing, Health CAS Dr Mercy Mwangangi said the tol

Kenya's Covid-19 Cases Rise to 1,745

Speaking during the daily Covid-19 briefing at Afya House, the CAS announced that...

You will NEVER know who got you locked up under Test and Trace system: Fears secrecy could leave programme at risk of pranks or people maliciously naming someone they have not even seen

People identified as having been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for coronavirus will not be told who has named them when they are asked to self-isolate for two weeks.

Kaspersky CEO: Cyberattacks on hospitals during COVID-19 considered terrorist attacks

As the world reels from the COVID-19 global pandemic, the virtual world is also susceptible to cyberattacks during the time of crisis. In fact, cybersecurity researchers over at Kaspersky have previously discovered that malicious parties have taken advantage of the current situation with a host of scams and malware attacks on unsuspecting parties.

After 3 weeks in hospital, Marysville man dies from gunshot

Joshua M. Klick, 31, was shot during a reported burglary in Arlington, according to police.

Level 3 regulations are once again illogical, irrational and lack any scientific basis – DA

The main opposition party said they were concerned the government did not give an explanation on why other businesses and institutions could not operate with the same levels of safety. 

Despite GCQ, Metro Manila still far from winning COVID-19 battle

Metro Manila cities differ in how they are faring against the virus, leading a U.P. expert to call for continued caution amid the easing of quarantine measures

2 most wanted kidnappers killed in Rizal gunbattle

A GUNBATTLE broke out between agents of the Philippine National Police Anti-Kidnapping Group (PNP-AKG) and a group of heavily-armed kidnappers and drug traffickers in San Mateo, Rizal early morning yesterday resulting in the death of two suspects, PNP-AKG director, Brigadier General Jonnel C. Estomo said.

Givealittle page raises money for drought-stricken Hawke's Bay farmers

"There is a massive and critical lack of feed, and some farmers are in dire situations, mentally exhausted and trying to keep stock alive."

Digging Deep For Our Farmers In Drought

Our rural community need our help as they battle one of the worst droughts in living memory.

DH Toon | As coronavirus cases continue to surge, over 350 domestic flights in opertaion so far

367 domestic flights operated till 5 pm on Thursday; West Bengal airports to resume services A total of 367 domestic flights, carrying 30,136 passengers, operated throughout the country till 5 pm on

George Floyd’s encounter with Minneapolis police shown in new video

The footage, which has been circulating on social media, was shot from the opposite side of the street from where Officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck.

10 bovine smugglers arrested, 123 animals rescued

10 bovine smugglers arrested, 123 animals rescued Jammu:  Police foiled cattle smuggling bids by arresting 10 persons and rescuing over 120 animals at different places in Udhampur district of Jammu on Thursday, a senior police officer said. A truck was intercepted by a police team in the Jakahani area and during its checking it was […]

PG&E Achieves Bankruptcy Milestone as It Fights Probation Conditions

California regulators on Thursday approved Pacific Gas and Electric’s plan for exiting Chapter 11 bankruptcy as the company fought in federal court to block a set of strict new probation terms aimed at preventing wildfires.

Madras HC declares Deepa & Deepak as Jaya’s straight heirs

A couple of days after declaring J Jayalalithaa's relatives Deepa and her brother Deepak as second class legal heirs of the former Chief Minister, the Madras High Court today declared them as straight heirs of the late leader. Continue Reading →

Watch: ‘Locust biryani’ and bizarre mock-fight star in TV channel’s analysis of Pulwama incident

‘Who thought the fourth world war would be fought on television,’ a Twitter user said.

Minneapolis Apple store targeted during protests

Apple's Minneapolis store has been damaged during protests, in what appears to have been a targeted attack.

4 booked for disobeying quarantine rules in Samba

SAMBA, May 28: At least four persons were booked by the police for disobeying the quarantine rules set by the government in Samba district.Officials told that Samba Police has booked four persons under relevant sections at Police Station Samba, Police Station Vijaypur Police Station Bari Brahmana for disobeying quarantine rules and not reporting to their designated Administrative Quarantine Center.All the four persons were checked at Lakhanpur corridor on May 26, 2020 by concerned authorities and were asked to report at Administrative Quarantine Centre Thandi Khui, Vijaypur. “But, they violated the quarantine rules and didn’t report at their designated quarantine centre,” officials saidThey identified the two among them as Mintu Singh, son of Gora Singh and Sonu Singh, son of Gursewak Singh of Moga, Punjab, who are employees of IGC phase-II, SIDCO Samba, adding that they were booked at Police Station Samba under FIR number 135/2020 under section 269/270/188 IPC.Officials said third person identified as Chetan…

4 booked for violating quarantine orders

4 booked for violating quarantine orders Samba, May 28: At least four persons were booked by the police for disobeying the quarantine rules set by the government in Samba district. Officials informed that Samba Police has booked four persons under relevant sections at Police Station Samba, Police Station Vijaypur Police Station Bari Brahmana for disobeying quarantine […]

Press freedom in Myanmar regresses

Increased arrests of journalists, the partial shutdown of the Internet and the increasing blocking of websites show that the liberalisation of Myanmar's press is in danger.

Government to negotiate new deal with private hospitals

The current deal to use private facilities during the Covid-19 crisis will not be extended beyond the end of June.

Khupe's MDC sues Mudenda for ignoring Misihairambwi recall letter

THOKOZANI Khupe's MDC-T is set to approach the courts in a bid to compel Speaker of Parliament Jacob Mudenda and Senate President Mabel Chinomona to act on lett...

Pakistan to set up national locust control cell to combat insects swarms: Minister

Pakistan News: The Pakistan government will set up a national body to combat the locust swarms across the country as the insects have destroyed crops and vegetation

EPA orders Merck to address persistent problem of bad odours from east Cork plant

The State environmental watchdog has instructed a leading medical science and technology firm to take “significant action” to address the persistent problem of bad odours coming from its plant in east Cork.

Hoteliers anxious about new guidelines

Karnataka to open hotels, places of worship from June 1; Centre’s direction awaited Open tourist spots too as hotels depend on travel industry, demand stakeholders Bengaluru/Mysuru: Good news for devotees in Karnataka as the State Government has decided that all Temples, Churches and Mosques will re-open from June 1. Similarly, the State will also allow...

Dr Mahathir: I am still Bersatu chairman and I will bring a motion to sack Muhyiddin at next party meeting

PETALING JAYA, May 29 — Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad claims that he is still the Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) chairman and plans to bring a motion to sack Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin at a party meeting in the near future. “We want to sack him but we have to call for an MPT (supreme council...

UAE to shorten COVID-19 prevention curfew by two hours

DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates will shorten a nightly curfew meant to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus by two hours from Saturday by two hours, the country’s Emirates News Agency said on Friday. The curfew, officially called “the national sanitization program,” will run from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m as of Saturday. It currently starts at 8 p.m. and ends at 6 a.m. The

Police: COVID-19-positive woman walks way from nursing home

Police have filed an elder abuse complaint with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health after a nursing home resident with dementia who had tested positive for COVID-19 apparently climbed out a

Five more coronavirus deaths recorded at Bristol and North Somerset hospitals

There are now 698 confirmed coronavirus cases in Bristol

President Uhuru should end the double standards in Coronavirus safety guidelines

Double standards in Coronavirus safety guidelines

Batsa continues legal fight to lift tobacco ban

Group says it must stand up for its customers, suppliers and employees.

Big Campaign to Provide Employment to Migrant, CM Yogi's move Benefits more than 11 Lakhs -

Large populations have been affected by the prolonged lockdown in the country due to coronavirus infection. Among them also the

'Dark days' for Venice gondola makers

Already under threat, Venice's traditional gondola shipyards now lie silent apart from the gentle sound of canal water lapping at their doorsteps.

Man 'stoned to death' at 15th century castle in Kent

Police were called to reports of rocks being thrown at the castle in Eynsford, Kent.

Over 100 patients were discharged to Perth and Kinross care homes without a COVID-19 test in first seven weeks of pandemic

The figures were obtained by Councillor Alasdair Bailey after he had requested them from the chief officer of Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) Gordon Paterson at a meeting last week.

Buyanga receives 'death' threats from baby mama's dad

BUSINESSMAN Frank Buyanga has received what sounds like death threats by his baby mama, Chantelle's father, Lawrence Muteswa.The threats could spark more discom...

Monsoon onset over Kerala likely on June 1: IMD

Monsoon onset over Kerala likely on June 1: IMD New Delhi:  The southwest monsoon is likely to hit Kerala on June 1, thanks to a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal, the India Meteorological Department said on Thursday.The IMD, in its onset date forecast on May 15, had said the monsoon is likely to […]

Don’t overcharge for PPE kits, justify cost to patients: Panchkula civil surgeon to pvt hospitals

Speaking to The Indian Express, Kaur said, “I had received three such complaints. This is a serious issue.”

Give Amoabeng, others trial documents - AG ordered

An Accra High Court has ordered the Attorney General’s (AG’s) Department to file all the prosecution documents it intends to rely on for the trial of the former Chief Executive Officer of insolvent UT Bank, Prince Kofi Amoabeng, and five others who have been charged with their alleged conducts leading to depositors of the bank losing money.

Relatives of deceased coronavirus patient vandalise Peshawar's Lady Reading Hospital

The LRH officials said that the patient’s relatives broke down the door of the coronavirus complex of the hospital

Diane Dodds says north faces 'long, hard road to recovery'

Economy minister Diane Dodds has warned the north faces a "long, hard road to recovery" as it battles the "economic shock" of the coronavirus lockdown.

India's contact tracing app made open source, but will this thwart a surveillance state? | ZDNet

Only until recently were Indian citizens forced into downloading Aarogya Setu under fear of arrest. However, without data protection laws, the government in cahoots with private entities will still be able to do whatever it wishes under the guise of national security.

New Zealanders’ Human Rights Better Protected In New Bill

The law setting out New Zealanders’ basic civil and human rights is today one step towards being strengthened following the first reading of a Bill that requires Parliament to take action if a court says a statute undermines those rights.

Cross removed from Armenian church in Turkey by attacker (VIDEO)

Another church has been attacked in Turkey. The cross at the door of the Surp Krikor Lusaroviç (Saint Gregory the Illuminator) Armenian Church was dismantled

Salah Prayer Saga: Sanction erring Govs, MURIC tells Buhari

Following reports of observance of congregational Eid-il-Fitr prayers in Kano, Borno, Nasarawa, Jigawa in defiance to the Jamaatu

Man arrested in connection with double stabbing in downtown Victoria

A man has been arrested in connection with a double stabbing that sent two people to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries on Thursday night.Victoria police were called to the 900 block of . . .

Why 15 US states suddenly made masks mandatory

America’s 180 on masks, explained.

Manning firms to pay for sailors’ isolation cost

The cost of accommodation for sea-based workers undergoing quarantine must be shouldered by their manning agencies, the Labor department said Thursday.

Deaf mum makes masks with plastic window over the mouth to allow lip reading

A deaf mother identified as Justine Bate is inundated with hundreds of orders from care homes after designing face masks with a plastic window over the mouth.

Two men arrested after coffee machine stolen from café in Stockport

The stolen coffee machine will be returned to the owner

Over 50 staff of Tullow Ghana reportedly test positive for coronavirus

Panic has hit staff of Tullow Ghana after some contract workers reportedly tested positive for COVID-19.

Covid-19 in India: SC wrong on migrants, and also on private hospitals

The first is the domain of Centre & states; if private hospitals make losses, the second will badly hit Covid treatment.

At Bersatu HQ, Dr Mahathir challenges party to sack him in person (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Disputed Bersatu chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad arrived at the party’s headquarters in Petaling Jaya this afternoon, daring the party’s officials to personally tell him that he has been expelled as a member. The former prime minister posted a Facebook video of him...

Madhya Pradesh: 'Where is Pragya Thakur' posters up in Bhopal

Fantasy sports betting regulations near passage in Louisiana

Residents of the 47 Louisiana parishes where voters agreed to legalize fantasy sports betting edged closer Friday to being able to compete for the online cash prices.

Corrections officer shot at outside Whanganui Prison

It's believed to be linked to a traffic incident.

Four nations, four lockdowns: How different rules now apply in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland (so who's following what science?)

Long-awaited changes are being made to the UK's coronavirus lockdown with the four Home Nations now adopting different approaches to the loosening of draconian rules.

How behind is SA on Covid-19 testing? It depends on who you ask, but do not ask government

South Africa is anywhere between three and 10 days behind on testing, depending on whether you ask Health Minister Zweli Mkhize or his acting director-general, Dr Anban Pillay.

'Saudi Arabia committed to work with others to address pandemic global impacts'

Al Jadaan highlighted the actions that the G20 has taken to respond to the health, economic and social challenges stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Court sides with Louisiana governor in fight over unclaimed property

A district court judge has ruled for Gov. John Bel Edwards’ administration in its lawsuit against Treasurer John Schroder over how to handle unclaimed financial assets.

Neighbour leaves women sunbathing topless 'vulgar, aggressive' letters

Photos accompanied the letter along with threats they'd be posted online

Shuttered Canada-US border highlights different approaches to the pandemic – and differences between the 2 countries

The US and Canada have had a long, supportive relationship. But the recent closure of the US-Canada border because of the coronavirus underscores a growing divide between the two countries.

Half dozen hurt after 2 groups clash while playing cards

Over half a dozen people were injured after two groups clashed while playing cards at Sudama Nagar under Kamla Nagar police station area late in the night on Wednesday; two persons have sustained severe injuries in the clash. Panic prevailed late in the night at Sudama Nagar after Alok Manohar was

The Week's Best: Stories You May Have Missed

We know that rferl.org isn't the only website you read, and it's possible that you may have missed some of our most interesting journalism from the past week.

Veerendra Kumar cremated with State honours

Ceremony held as per Jain funeral rites

Woman stashed grandmother's corpse in freezer for 15 years while collecting social security checks: Police

A Pennsylvania woman has been arrested after authorities say she hid the remains of her grandmother, who died in 2004, to collect social security funds.

Pirates' Felipe Vazquez facing additional child porn charge in St. Louis, officials say

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Felipe Vazquez is facing child pornography charges in St. Louis months after he was arrested over an alleged inappropriate relationship with a minor among other charges.

COVID-19: Banks to open again in Saudi Arabia

Financial facilities to comply with health precautions

Concern over worker safety grows

As employers fail to comply with Covid-19 regulations. From June 1 most of South Africa's industries can return to full operation.

Buhari came to ‘steal, kill, destroy’- Fani-Kayode - The Nation Nigeria

A former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has described the five years of President Muhammadu Buhari as “disastrous...

Democrats’ risky plan to ensure Congress can vote during the pandemic, explained

No one can be sure of whether House Democrats’ plan to allow "proxy voting" is constitutional.

Sri Lanka’s fight against LTTE terrorism: In retrospect

Authors: Ms. Nathasha Fernando and Ms. Ayodhya Krishani Amarajeewa On the 19th of May 2020 Sri Lanka celebrated the National War Heroes Day and there was a surprise: Tamil Ealam Cyber Force attacking and defacing several government websites. The Sri Lankan civil war between the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Ealam (LTTE) and Sri Lankan state […]

EXPOSED: Presidency Lied, Technical Issues Blanked Out Buhari While Giving Speech During UN Virtual Meeting

...Contrary to Shehu’s claims, the full video of the virtual meeting obtained by SaharaReporters has indeed proven that President Buhari was knocked out of the meeting while still speaking after feeds from Aso Villa failed to get through to other participants of the important event.

James Stunt's former bodyguard stole 16-carat yellow diamond worth £515,000 from safe during £20million raid on tycoon's Belgravia mansion, court hears

Justinas Ivaskivicius, 34, is accused of taking the gem from the Belgravia home of James Stunt (pictured), in Westminster, in December 2017. He will next appear at Southwark Crown Court on 26 June.

House joint committee adopts Senate version of toughened anti-terrorism bill

(UPDATED) The move fast-tracks the passage of a proposed law that broadens the definition of terrorism and heightens punishment of convicted terrorists, but which the opposition sees as a clampdown on dissent

Surat: Door-to-door survey helps early diagnosis

Among the three cities that account for nearly 88 per cent of Gujarat’s total Covid-19 cases, Surat has the highest recovery rate at 69.3 per cent, followed by Vadodara at 57 per cent and Ahmedabad at 44 per cent.

U.S. Empire: Biden And Kerry Gave Orders To Ukraine’s President

Eric Zuesse, originally posted at Strategic Culture

CNN Correspondent, Crew Arrested While Reporting Live in Minneapolis

Minnesota State Police arrested CNN correspondent Omar Jimenez, his producer

Govt. throws its weight behind BevQ

Excise Minister asks developers to make the mobile app glitch-free by June 2

Prince Carl Philip of Sweden dons his naval uniform to mark the country's Veterans Day by laying a wreath at Stockholm's Maritime Museum

Prince Carl Philip, 41, a former Major in the Swedish Navy looked sombre as saluted in front of the flag before laying down a wreath in front of the Maritime Museum in Stockholm.

NPF’s Newmai sworn as Minister in Manipur

Awangbou Newmai, MLA, was sworn in on Friday as a Minister in the Bharatiya Janata Party-led coalition cabinet Ministry. Governor Najma Heptulla administered the oath of office and secrecy at a simple

Locust attack tracker: Where the hoppers are headed and how states are preparing for battle

Locust Attack in India, Locust Swarm Tracker: With India battling the worst desert locust outbreak in three decades, the crop-destroying insects have now spread to Punjab, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh after arriving in Rajasthan.

Driver taken to hospital after car overturns in Halesowen

A driver was taken to hospital after her car overturned.

Need a quarantine haircut? These barber bros wearing hazmat suits have opened re-opened their roadside salon

Bayanihan law draws support

Two senators on Thursday filed separate bills to extend the validity of the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act, giving President Rodrigo Duterte more time during which he can realign appropriations under the national budget to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 pandemic.

Perth and Kinross Conservative councillor launches passionate defence of Dominic Cummings

Councillor Ian James also attacked the media, branding it "politically-biased"

Councillor censured

A Port Coquitlam councillor is being censured and stripped of her duties for disclosing confidential information, according to the city.

US government weighs in against trans girls competing on girls' teams

Allowing transgender girls to compete in girls' sports leagues is illegal and could mean schools allowing the practice lose federal funding, the US Education Department ruled in a letter made public on Thursday.

Student visas or the F-1Visas: Conundrum of questions in the world of International Students heading to the US

A host of people have also been let go from their current jobs and they might also be nearing the 90-day cap they are allowed to accumulate.

‘Instead of bashing me, thank me’ – Teen who filmed George Floyd’s death hits out at critics

Darnella Frazier, the 17-year-old who filmed George Floyd’s death in the hands of Minneapolis cops has hit out at people saying she should have done more.

Sanwo-olu promises Lagosians affordable houses

Lagos State Governor Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu on Thursday promised that his administration will build affordable and accessible houses for Lagosians.

China’s Kashmir Move: The Great Geopolitical Puzzle of South Asian Chessboard

“We will not attack unless we are attacked. But if we are attacked, we will certainly counter-attack”. –Cited by Chinese Foreign Ministry(2020) .Mao Zedong After scraping of Article 370 in August previous year China has emboldened its stand on raising the Kashmir issue twice in United Nations joining many international countries in the unprecedented criticism […]

Greece open for travel from June 15th

The tourism ministry on Friday announced the list of countries for which Greece's borders will be "open" from June 15th, with flights permitted to land in

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: COVID-19 suffocates workers' ability to save for retirement

Not surprisingly, the coronavirus is suffocating many Americans’ ability to save for retirement, as millions are tapping their nest eggs to offset lost income and also contributing less to their 401(k)s or IRAs. More than 27% of those working or recently unemployed already have taken withdrawals from their retirement accounts. And atop the 25% of households who hadn’t been contributing before the pandemic, 18% now are contributing less. That’s according to a mid-May online survey of 1,326 U.S. adults conducted by YouGov for Bankrate.com. “The runaway culprit is loss of income, cited nearly twice as often as the next most common reason of keeping more cash on hand,” said Greg McBride, Bankrate chief financial

Off-road bike seized as youths cause nuisance on Shrewsbury playing field

A dirt bike has been seized after complaints of regular anti-social behaviour in Shrewsbury.

Poroshenko Again Fails To Show For Questioning At Ukraine's State Bureau Of Investigations

Former Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko has failed for the second time this week to show up at the State Bureau of Investigations (DBR) for questioning.

Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows

Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows:

Heartbroken couple's plea to catch thieves who stole their new home

Their life plans have been shattered as a result of the theft

Bandits kill 15 in fresh Katsina attacks

Olaide Oyelude, Katsina. Fifteen people were reportedly killed in Faskari and Sabuwa local government areas of Katsina State in a deadly attack by bandits who stormed communities in the two counci...

Costa Rican finance minister steps down amid government shakeup

SAN JOSE – Costa Rican Finance Minister Rodrigo Chaves stepped down on Thursday as part of a significant shakeup to President Carlos Alvarado’s Cabinet midway through his term.

Kashim Imam: Prometheus unbound

BY TAIWO OLUJIMI The story of the Greek culture hero, Prometheus, is not new. He defied the gods by stealing and giving the fire of civilisation to humanity, thereby availing

27,403 cases of COVID-19 in South Africa

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has announced that South Africa has recorded a total of 27,403 COVID-19 cases as of 28 May 2020.

Trump Vetoes Student Loan Forgiveness Bill

Student loan forgiveness.

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Pankaj Vatsal nominated in IIAB Mgmt panel Media Incharge of Birsa agricultural University (BAU) and social activist Pankaj Vatsal has been nominated as a member of 7-member institute management committee (IMC) of Indian Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology, IIAB (deemed university), Ranchi by

OKC Municipal Court to start phased reopening

Beginning June 1, the Oklahoma City Municipal Court will start a phased reopening unless public health conditions “significantly deteriorate,” officials said. “We’ve made changes to our policies and within the building to maximize safety,” said Municipal Court Administrator LaShawn Thompson, in a statement. “We will make special accommodations for anyone with unique needs on a case-by-case basis, so everyone will be confident that we have prioritized their safety when they visit our building.” Including pay windows, the Municipal Court building will be open 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, except on city-observed holidays. Face coverings are required. Disposable face masks will be provided upon entrance.

Woman goes missing from near Weston's Grand Pier for 12 hours before being found with head injury

Police are appealing for public's help

Cele: Alcohol sale doesn’t mean people should break the law

The minister said people should stick to the times and days when alcohol would be sold during level 3 regulations.

One more tests positive, tally now 8

SHILLONG: With one more person, who had travelled from Haryana, testing positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, the number of active cases in the state rose to 8.According to Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, the patient is in Tura and under quarantine.Earlie

Peshawar's Hayatabad hospital forced to turn COVID-19 patients away over shortage of beds

The HMC has seen a rise in COVID-19 patient admitting themselves for treatment as the complex is the only one offering plasma therapy for the infections

Labour ministry to provide free skills training to job seekers registered on National Career Service portal

The training will encompass modules on corporate etiquette, improving inter personal skills, making impactful presentation including other necessary soft skills needed by the industry. The training module is available in two languages, Hindi and English, on the NCS portal.

NCS ties up with TCS iON for providing free online skill training to registered job seekers

This course on soft skills assists the learners in enhancing personality development with modules on corporate etiquette, improving interpersonal skills, making impactful presentations, including other necessary soft skills demanded by the industry.

Nazi commandos came 'appallingly close' to assassinating Churchill, Stalin and Roosevelt as leaders met at secret 1943 summit in Tehran to plan the liberation of occupied Europe, new book reveals

Hitler's top commando Otto Skorzeny developed the plan to assassinate the Big Three during a top secret meeting in Tehran taking place in November 1943.

BREAKING 'No further action' after train ticket collector spat at by passenger dies of Covid-19

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

Driver runs over protester at George Floyd protest in Denver

There is no word on the condition of the protester.

PNC wasn't to stage a walk-out at IPAC meeting - Atik rebukes Nat. Organizer

General Secretary of the People's National Convention (PNC), Atik Mohammed has condemned the party's boycott of the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting with the Electoral Commission on the compilation of a new voters' register.

PNC shouldn't have walked out of IPAC meeting - Atik rebukes National Organiser

General Secretary of the People's National Convention (PNC), Atik Mohammed has condemned the party's boycott of the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting with the Electoral Commission on the compilation of a new voters' register.

Health department: State quadruples testing in May, positive results drop below 4%

The Oklahoma State Department of Health more than quadrupled its COVID-19 testing in May, delivering results on over 90,000 specimens as the rate of positive cases dropped to its lowest point since the pandemic began, according to Oklahoma State Health Department leaders. The actual number of COVID-19 cases has “flatlined” in recent weeks rather than dropping, but that is primarily because of outbreaks in isolated areas, interim state epidemiologist Aaron Wendelboe said. The increase in testing came as the state’s businesses, houses of worship and other activities began phased-in reopenings in late April and early May. “Since the state began reopening various elements of the economy, the percentage of positives

FACT CHECK | False claim that PM Modi was appointed the ‘chairman’ of WHO - a position that does not exist

A message widely circulating on social media claims that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been appointed as the chairman of the World Health Organization (WHO). The tweet below

How Kibra has fueled surge of Covid-19 cases as 147 more test positive

Spike in cases in Kibra and Langata linked to lack of social distancing and heavy use of public transport.

'Shocked and amazed'

ATTORNEY General Marlene Malahoo Forte says the review of the country's anti-gang law by ...

Rural Ireland ‘has nothing to fear’ from the Greens, FG councillors are told

Varadkar seeks to assuage concerns in Fine Gael over government with Eamon Ryan’s party

Four Brazilian men appear in Portlaoise Court on firearms charges

Enquiries had linked the incident in Clara with an ongoing feud in Tullamore between two families, court told

COAG is dead. Long live the national cabinet

Prospects for federation reform, including changes to the tax system, have received their biggest boost in decades with the abolition of the Council of Australian Governments.

Denied beer, bar dancers create ruckus in UP town

Six booked for attacking staff at a quarantine centre in Moradabad

6 more test positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, tally up to 27

GUWAHATI: Number of COVID-19 positive cases is gradually increasing in Meghalaya too like it is happening in other North-eastern hill states in the wake of stranded N-E residents returning home from outside.Six more state residents who returned to Me

Black CNN reporter arrested live on-air covering Minneapolis protests [Video]

A CNN reporter in Minneapolis, Omar Jimenez, covering the protests in the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd, was arrested live report on-air

Twitter, Reddit Challenge US Rules Forcing Visa Applicants To Disclose Their Social Media Handles

Twitter and Reddit have filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit challenging a U.S. government rule change compelling visa applicants to disclose their social media handles. From a report: The lawsuit, brought by the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University, the Brennan Center f...

Pakistan joins World Community in celebrating International Day of UN Peacekeepers

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Pakistan on Friday joined the International Community in celebrating the “International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers”, and reiterated its unwavering commitment to world peace. In a statement, the Foreign Office said that as a consistent leading troop contributing country, Pakistan is cognizant of the important role played by the UN peacekeepers in maintaining security and stability in so many of the world’s conflict zones. It said that we salute the services and sacrifices rendered by peacekeepers from around the world and reiterate our solemn commitment to continue working with the United Nations for the ideals of peace, stability, and cooperation espoused by the ‘blue helmets’. The Foreign Office said that Pakistan is proud of its long-standing contributions to UN peacekeeping spanning over six decades. It said that our peacekeepers have earned well-deserved respect and goodwill for their professionalism and devotion to duty in every mission they have participated in. Since 1960,…

Man dies after being found seriously hurt in Edinburgh flat as cops tape off scene

A MAN has died after being found seriously hurt in a flat in Edinburgh. Emergency services raced to the property in North Bughtlin Brae after reports of a concern for a person. Officers have now co…

Newsmaker: Dominic Cummings — Britain’s most hated man

Top aide to UK Prime Minister has elicited scorn and vitriol for flouting lockdown rules

Boy raises more than £1k for hospital charity by singing ahead of Clap for Our Carers event

Josh Morton frequently receives treatment at Bristol Children’s Hospital

South Africa should delay reopening of schools: Human Rights Commission

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has written to minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga recommending that she reconsider the return of students to schools from 1 June.

SAHRC urges Motshekga to postpone reopening of schools by a week

Teachers returned to school this week and already there've been several COVID-19 infections confirmed at a number of schools.

Twists and turns as Wasira defeats Warioba in polls

 Dar es Salaam. It was during the 1995 General Election, the first polls following reintro-duction of multiparty system, when the ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) witnessed for the first time

Some migrants now tracked with ankle bracelets as pandemic 'temporary measure'

Migrants held in detention facilities in Quebec and Ontario have been increasingly given the option to leave custody during the COVID-19 pandemic—if they agree to wear electronic ankle monitors. Critics say this is unnecessary and will be a slippery slope.

‘A Human Reaction to a Deeply Dysfunctional Relationship’: The Connection Between Police Violence, Looting and Riots In Minneapolis

Protesters in Minneapolis, Minnesota, burned a police precinct in response to the death of George Floyd — killed by Minneapolis police officer Derek

SportSG announces $3m digital scheme

With the sports and fitness industry still largely shuttered, the fraternity was given a boost yesterday as Sport Singapore (SportSG) announced a new programme to help them go digital. The $3 million Enterprise Innovation and Capability Grant was rolled out by Minister for...

U.N. calls on nations to take action in six areas to limit COVID-19's financial impact

May 28 (UPI) -- U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday called for countries throughout the world to work to take action in six areas to limit the financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Burundi's First Lady airlifted to Nairobi after contracting Covid-19

VIP infected with Coronavirus

Federal Judge Merges Two Cases Against Ripple

Earlier this week, a federal judge ordered a case against Ripple and its CEO Bradley Garlinghouse be consolidated with a class action led by Bradley

Imo SARS arrests murder suspect declared wanted in 2019

Chidiebube Okeoma, Owerri Operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Imo State Police Command have apprehended a murder and robbery suspect, Chukwuemeka Nnane, 31, for alleged involvement...

Namibia eases Covid-19 restrictions

ALL 14 regions of the country will on Monday migrate to stage 3 of the lockdown exit strategy for the next 28 days – except for Walvis Bay, which will go back to stage 1 until 8 June.

Coronavirus hits Coalition seats the hardest, upping pressure on PM

Nine of the 10 seats with the biggest jobless increases are held by the Coalition, raising internal pressure on Scott Morrison to extend the JobKeeper allowance.

Vienna's Hotel Sacher turns suites into pop-up restaurants

VIENNA (Reuters) - Secret love affairs, tricky business deals and political negotiations - Vienna’s opulent five-star Hotel Sacher has been a popular spot for delicate missions since it opened in 1876.

A PIL to shorten the road to medical care

Filed before the HC, the PIL raises the issue of massive shortage of ambulances; patients resorting to private players as city has only 93 BMC ambulances

'They've Been Killing Him For Years': Russian Activist Sergei Mokhnatkin Is Dead At 66

In and out of prison since he was arrested after protecting an elderly woman being beaten by police in Moscow in 2009, Sergei Mokhnatkin, an "accidental dissident" whose unlikely career as an opposition activist is a revealing reflection of Russia in the past decade, has died at the age of 66.

Little fear, lots of love as Madrid medics do home rounds amid pandemic

MADRID (Reuters) - With air kisses and palms clasped, elderly patients in Madrid greet medics who come to check them at home during the coronavirus pandemic despite the risks involved.

Pearson to begin limiting terminal access to travellers only

If you picking up someone from the airport, you may not be allowed to head inside the terminal to greet them for much longer.

Power and politics in Imphal

Three years in office, Biren Singh has consolidated his position. How manoeuvres through mine-fields in Manipur’s history will have a bearing on his legacy

As it ramps up public healthcare, India must give more room to private sector

Only a healthy nation can grow. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented India with an opportunity. The Indian healthcare system can go through a radical overhauling, where it can be more sustainable as well as responsive.

Video shows moment Minneapolis police abandon torched precinct

Harrowing footage shows the moment cops abandoned the Minneapolis police precinct that was torched by those protesting the death of George Floyd.

Many states have reported fewer TB deaths during the lockdown. Here’s why this is bad news

It suggests the system for tracking tuberculosis patients has collapsed.

NDDC shuts down operations, directs officials to go into self-isolation

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) hurriedly shut down its operations on Thursday.The NDDC, through an internal memo announcing the shutdown,

Number of health workers infected with coronavirus reaches 2,480

The Department of Health reports 28 new coronavirus cases among health workers

‘Facilitate safe and dignified movement of migrants’: Former bureaucrats, scholars to PM Modi

Among the signatories of the petition listed are former Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Najeeb Jung, former Planning Commission member Abhijit Sen, and for UGC chairperson Sukhdeo Thorat, among others.

DMK moves SC for implementation of 50% OBC quota in Tamil Nadu's share of All India Medical seats

The party said its plea is directed against the Respondents (Centre, Medical Council of India (MCI) and Tamil Nadu government) denying the implementation of 50 percent OBC policy of the state, other than in central government institutions.

LANE: Remember Oak Apple Day, England's Non-Socialist May Day

While international socialism has misappropriated May Day, a conservative Spring celebration alternative remains half-forgotten.

Zitto Kabwe sentenced to serve one-year ban not writing seditious statements

The Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s court has on Friday May 29, found Kigoma Urban Member of Parliament and leader of opposition Party ACT Wazalendo Zitto Kabwe guilty on all the three counts of

Immunity Passports Are a Threat to Our Privacy and Information Security

With states beginning to ease shelter-in-place restrictions, the conversation on COVID-19 has turned to questions of when and how we can return to work, take kids to school, or plan air

Ahmedabad: Migrant worker falls to death while sleeping

According to police, the incident occurred at 5.30 pm on Tuesday at Ramdev Estate building in Vatva GIDC (Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation) phase 4 when the victim was sleeping on the floor of the gallery section on the first floor.

Azerbaijan says extends quarantine regime until June 15

BAKU (Reuters) - Azerbaijan’s government said on Friday it had extended its quarantine regime and border closure because of the coronavirus outbreak until June 15.

'SER': Diego Costa faces six months in prison

The Public Prosecutor's Office is asking for Diego Costa, the Spanish-Brazilian striker of Atletico Madrid, to be sentenced to six months in prison, in addition to a fine of more than half a million euros. He is accused of tax fraud of more than one million euros.

Kennedy Agyapong drags Obinim to EOCO over GH¢1.6m tax

The woes of embattled pastor Daniel Obinim, founder and leader of International God’s Way Church (IGWC), do not appear to be over as the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) chases him to pay about GH¢1.6 million in taxes to the state.

Singapore says Malaysia wants further deferral of joint rail project

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore said on Friday it was reviewing a request by neighbouring Malaysia to further suspend a high speed rail project set to link the city-state to Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur.

Sharma takes oath as Chairman JKPSC

Sharma takes oath as Chairman JKPSC JAMMU, MAY 28: Lieutenant Governor, Girish Chandra Murmu today administered oath to the newly appointed Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission, Sh. B.R. Sharma at the Raj Bhavan. Sh. Sharma, a retired IAS Officer, has served as the Chairman, Staff Selection Commission (SSC) before the present […]

BR Sharma takes oath as Chairman JKPSC

Lieutenant Governor Girish Chandra Murmu today administered oath to the newly appointed Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission, B.R.

Jamaica’s Vision 2030 plan under review

THE Government has commenced work to review and revise the requisite strategic actions fo...

Two Russian Fighter Jets Intercept U.S. Navy Patrol Aircraft

Russian Su-35 fighter jets flew made a dangerous interception of an U.S. Navy P-8A maritime patrol aircraft over international waters in...

Lockdown: Jain monks seek easing of travel norms for Chaturmas

In a memorandum to the Chief Minister, general secretary of the state Congress Committee president Suman Agarwal urged the chief minister to provide protection and help from the police and ease travel restrictions for sadhus and sadhvis during the lockdown.

Nigerian Navy redeploys 110 senior officers - Premium Times Nigeria

The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has approved new appointments of some senior officers in the Nigerian Navy.

Labour's Louisa Wall pulls out of Manurewa selection

Labour MP Louisa Wall has withdrawn at the eleventh hour from Labour's selection battle for the Manurewa seat. Instead Wall will be a list-only...

New video ‘shows MULTIPLE cops pinning George Floyd down’ as he begged for air during arrest

A NEW video appears to “show multiple cops pinning George Floyd down” as he begged for air during his arrest. The 46-year-old died on Monday in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after Officer Der…

White wrestling coach mocks George Floyd’s murder (Photo)

A Washington state high school wrestling coach, Dave Hollenbeck, took to social media to mock the murder of George Floyd and he has been sacked by his employer for that. Taking to social media, Dave Hollenbeck,

Buhari has done well in power supply, security –FG

Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja The Federal Government on Friday said the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has put the country on an irreversible road to development in the last one ye...

More than half of coronavirus victims were care home residents

Care home residents made up more than half the number of coronavirus deaths in Northern Ireland, accoring to new figures.

Mum 'shared drugs with son, 15, then left him to die of overdose without seeking help'

Police found heroin in a glasses case underneath Dean Pugliese's body after being called to his home in Swatara Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania - his mum has been charged

Ondo Court Convicts Two For Violating COVID-19 Order

The prosecutor, Mr S. Kolawole, asked the court to do a summary trial of the accused persons for flouting the government’s directive.

SA policeman puts jackboot on Hong Kong

Via the ABC:

Facebook Update: Accounts That Keep Going Viral Will Now Be Verified; Identities and Locations are Now Required

Verification will be required by the social media platform to ensure authentic posts from authentic people.

Cebu, rest of Central Visayas gear up for more OFW arrivals

The Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas says thousands of overseas Filipino workers are projected to arrive in Central Visayas in the coming week

Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari amends Tribal Rights Act; activists not happy with the move

Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari, using his powers under the fifth schedule of the Constitution of India, amended the Recognition of Forest Rights Act (2006) which regularises tribal’s encroachment on forest land and allowed an appeal against the decision of district committee at divisional level.

Keel of new nuclear icebreaker laid at Baltic plant

Keel of new nuclear icebreaker laid at Baltic plant

DFA: Visa suspension on foreigners stays for now

The Department of Foreign Affairs says the travel restriction due to the coronavirus pandemic is still in effect 'until further notice'

Lockdown: Stay away, rather die with your boots on, says Malema

The EFF says ending the lockdown to slow the spread of the coronavirus makes no sense and has urged South Africans to be defiant and stay at home.

IPAC: Your absence was a blessing – Kofi Akpaloo slams NDC

Founder and leader of Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG) Kofi Akpaloo has lashed out at the largest opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), for boycotting the recent Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting called by the Electoral Commission (EC).

Mumbai cop transferred after argument with MLA

Senior police inspector Shalini Sharma was transferred on Thursday, a day after a video emerged showing her arguing with Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi over the issue of migrant workers, an official said.

102 New Corona Cases in 24 Hours, 602 Infected so far -

The havoc of the global epidemic corona virus continues in Uttarakhand, within the last 24 hours, 102 new Corona positive

The first tenet of true patriotism

Anominous and open attack on the very institution of High Courts was made by the Government of India yesterday, during a hearing before the Supreme Court.

Coronavirus in Thane: Police personnel testing positive for COVID-19 reaches 136

PM Imran calls important NCC meeting on May 31

PM Imran Khan calls important NCC meeting on May 31.

Five percent of Indonesia's COVID-19 cases are children: Ministry

According to the Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Ministry, around 5 percent of all people found to be COVID-19-positive in Indonesia are children below 17 years of age.

Gay asylum seeker who faced deportation to country with 'corrective rape' wins battle to stay in UK

The woman believed if she returned to Namibia with her British partner she could face homophobic 'corrective' rape

Man booked for posting currency note on Facebook with Godse’s image over Gandhi’s

Police say he has been absconding since the incident

Man booked for morphing Godse’s picture on currency

M.P. police act a week after social media post

DepEd junks face-to-face classes

The Education department will not allow face-to-face classes in the coming school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Secretary Leonor Briones said Thursday.

‘One Sun One World One Grid’: India initiates talks on West to SE Asia solar grid

The idea is to utilise solar power when the sun is not shining in other parts of the world by building a common transmission system.

Alleged breach of money laundering legislation

Case

Girl (5) rescued after lilo drifted to sea in ‘good health’

Shannon Rescue 115 helicopter called to scene on Thursday afternoon

Haryana CM Khattar calls paddy order an advisory, Congress asks him to apologise to farmers

Although sensing the mood of farmers, the government had relaxed the conditions two days back, it still won’t allow paddy cultivation on panchayat land which is normally hired by small and marginal farmers.

Fifteen-year-old charged with arson following incident in Aberdare

Emergency services were called to the scene on Thursday afternoon

MWSS says consumers in Metro can pay water bills in staggered amounts

To avoid bill shock, the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System says the public can settle their accounts 'in drops'

Investors fear cryptocurrency CEO accused of stealing millions could be on the run

A man accused of stealing millions from Bitcoin investors appears to have made a run for it.

500 National Guard troops deployed in Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS, May 29 — Five hundred National Guard soldiers and airmen have been deployed in the northern US cities of Minnesota and St Paul after three nights of violent protests over the police killing of an African American man, the force said today. “Our troops are trained to protect life,...

BJP condemns slash in salaries of TS government employees

BJP State Chief and Karimanagar MP Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Thursday condemned the government's decision to cut salaries

Government aiming to reopen all schools in late August

The Taoiseach says the Government intends to reopen all schools at the start of the next academic...

Two New Asian Giant Hornet Sightings in Pacific Northwest

The sightings, both of individual dead hornets, expand the area currently being patrolled by scientists hoping to track and eradicate the invasive insect

PHOTOS: Protesters rally in downtown Phoenix amid George Floyd's and Dion Johnson's death

The protest for the death of George Floyd began on Thursday at 7 p.m. and lasted into the early hours of Friday morning. On Friday evening, a vigil for Dion Johnson, a 28-year-old man who was shot an killed by DPS troopers Monday, led to a march and rally at Phoenix police headquarters.

Union tourism minister meets online travel agents, discusses post-lockdown protocols

Union Tourism Minister Prahlad Patel met a delegation of leading online travel agents (OTAs) of the country to discuss calibrated opening of hotels and accommodation units.

Man who stole thousands from Ballarat businesses is jailed

A 28-year-old father who stole thousands of dollars worth of items from Ballarat retail stores has been jailed for his "premeditated and persistent" crime spr...

Lifeguards warn of increase in deaths by drowning

The Portuguese Federation of Lifeguards has recorded 46 deaths from drowning in Portugal since the beginning of the year, 18 more than in the same period last year, warning of the “very serious problem” related to the beaches remaining unattended.

Coronavirus News: Social distancing concerns for subways, MTA services once NYC begins to reopen

As New York City still waits to enter Phase 1 of reopening, there is still no plan announced on how exactly people are supposed to socially distance themselves on the subway.

Jogi suffers cardiac arrest, condition deteriorates further

Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Ajit Jogi's health deteriorated on late Wednesday night after he suffered a major cardiac arrest. Dr Sunil Khemka, Director of the private hospital where Jogi is admitted, said in a medical bulletin that the doctors

Punjab Opp parties oppose move to hike fee in medical colleges

A day after Punjab Cabinet decided to increase the fees in the States medical colleges, both private and Government, the opposition parties have opposed the move. State’s principal opposition party, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has accused the Government of buckling under pressure of the “medical

Tivoli incursion: ten years on | Soldier thought he’d never see kids again

A Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) soldier who was battling for the State and his own life during the May 2010 Tivoli Gardens incursion says he thought he would never see his kids again. During a recent interview with The Gleaner, the military man, with...

J&K beset with admin inertia, people suffering: Kamal

National Conference on Thursday expressed concern over the state of affairs in J&K saying over the past 10 months J&K continues to grapple with

Boris Johnson had little choice but to back Dominic Cummings

The controversy over Boris Johnson’s aide exposes the government’s basic design flaw

May 29: Five years of Buhari, a waste – Secondus

National chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Prince Uche Secondus has described the five years’ administration Buhari

Judge demands Capital One release Mandiant cyberforensic report on data breach | ZDNet

Attorneys suing the company will now have access to the report in preparation for a potential trial.

Coronavirus: Five statistics that show how far Ayrshire has come in fight against COVID-19

Lockdown measures have been eased - but has much changed in Ayrshire?

Kilmarnock prisoners released early as part of coronavirus emergency

The inmates were released early to help make jails safer during the pandemic.

Coronavirus news live - 377 more dead in the UK and lockdown latest

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

Coronavirus | No govt. approval needed for COVID-19 tests: Gujarat HC

In a relief to private doctors and people, the Gujarat High Court on Friday said that there was no need to take approval of the government for carrying out coronavirus tests if doctors recommend it. T

PMC, PCMC to help PMPML pay 2,200 daily wage workers

As reported by The Indian Express earlier, over the past fortnight, the PMPML had asked these workers to sit at home as the undertaking had no work for them amid the nationwide lockdown.

Near miss as timber falls from Cork City building

Shoppers had a lucky escape after timberwork crashed onto the pavement outside a busy Cork City centre shop.

30 more deportees arrive from the US

JUST under 30 deportees from the United States arrived in the island yesterday, as the Am...

SPONSORED: Government action at home and abroad helps cope with Covid

The UK Government has been working round the clock to help people through Coronavirus at home and abroad.

Covid-19: MJC recommends that mosques stay closed for another month

The Muslim Judicial Council has recommended that mosques stay closed for another month due to the risk of the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Bear captured after chase through residential neighbourhood in Barrie

Police urged residents in a Barrie neighbourhood to remain in their homes as they chased black bear that was roaming through backyards in the area on Friday morning.

Kogi vows to stop violence against children

Kogi state government says it will not relent to stop violence against children by using a multi-sectoral approach to ensure that the menace is drastically reduced in the state.

Govt plan new deal with private hospitals before second wave of coronavirus

The government will seek to negotiate a new deal with private hospitals from the end of June.

Newsnight at war with BBC bosses as Ofcom face demands to probe Emily Maitlis rant about Dominic Cummings after corporation rules out formal investigation

The corporation has been 'flooded' with more than 20,000 complaints about the Newsnight host - but this figure includes thousands of emails from her supporters who feel she was badly treated.

Relocating Almajirai not enough, NHRC tells northern govs

Ade Adesomoju, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission on Friday advised governors of northern states not to just relocate Almajirai to their states of origin but to also develop programmes t...

France opposed guidelines on EU presidency sponsorships

Internal document shows diplomats questioned whether the secretariat of the Council of the EU was legally allowed to write guidelines on the financing of the six-month rotating EU presidency activities.

France opposed guidelines on EU presidency sponsorships

Internal document shows diplomats questioned whether the secretariat of the Council of the EU was legally allowed to write guidelines on the financing of the six-month rotating EU presidency activities.

1,581 test positive for coronavirus in Saudi Arabia

The ministry also reported 2,460 recoveries and 17 deaths

Swedish high schools to re-open on June 15: PM Lofven

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Swedish high schools will re-open for on-site education on June 15 after having been closed since mid-March to limit the novel coronavirus outbreak in the country, the prime minister said on Friday.

Malaysia-Turkey to collaborate to develop Covid-19 vaccine, says PM Muhyiddin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 ― Malaysia is prepared to collaborate with Turkey to develop Covid-19 vaccine and related medicines, Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said. Muhyiddin said he and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had also agreed to fully utilise the strength of the two countries...

MAPPED | SA’s 14 Covid-19 hotspots – and the areas emerging as new hotspots

The number of Covid-19 hotspots has risen to 14, as seven new districts have shown higher numbers of coronavirus cases, leading to them being reclassified by the Department of Health.

The Executive Order: Government Control Of Private Corporations

If government orders throttle some digital platforms then people can go to other platforms anywhere else in the World. Digital platforms are not restricted by national boundaries within which government orders can be enforced.

Attorney-general: hand over v game over

A COUPLE weeks ago, the sessions court granted a discharge not amounting to acquittal (DNAA) on five counts of money laundering involving US$248 million (RM1.08 billion) of 1MDB funds, apparently due to an application by the prosecution for the DNAA.

Russian police arrest Moscow protesters for second day in a row

Moscow police have arrested at least 20 people in single-person protests to support journalist Ilya Azar, now in jail for 15 days. DW guest columnist Alexander Plushchev was detained for the second time in two days.

Zoom bombing and fake contact tracing: Feds seeing uptick in crime linked to pandemic

U.S. attorney Nick Hanna says federal investigators are seeing an increase in new types of crime related to the coronavirus pandemic, including Zoom bombing, fake contact tracing and stimulus check fraud.

Lockdown 5 – Still no respite to the common man’s plight

The lockdown is going to extend further for 5th time, people have already gone hopeless and clueless, and no one knows where to go from here

Review Of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan To Restart

The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Ngāi Tahu in consultation with the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board have agreed to start a new review of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan.

Review Of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan To Restart

The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Ngāi Tahu in consultation with the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board have agreed to start a new review of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan.

Fed agencies cop mass fail in core systems cyber review

Just one agency gets 'essential eight' tick for financial, HR systems.

Medical certificate required to reenter S. Korea from June

From June, foreign residents of South Korea have to provide a medical certificate showing they do not have symptoms of COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus, to reenter the country. The ministry said the new disease control policy applies to people leaving the country after June, including long-term residency permit holders. The certificate has to be issued within the...

Saudi Arabia, UN to organise donor conference for Yemen on Tuesday

UN chief, Saudi FM to address the virtual meeting

JPMorgan Agrees To Pay $2.5 Million To Settle A Class Action Lawsuit

JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, the customer and commercial branch of JPMorgan, consented to pay $2.5 million to settle a legal claim. The suit is identified with its past choice to consider acquisition of digital currency with its credit cards as loans. Plaintiffs To Get 95% of Harm For quite a…

Saudi Arabia facilitates the return of 450,000 Umrah pilgrims

Over 60,000 were sent back to their countries through special flights during Eid holidays

ISIS launches heavy attack near gov’t oil field in southern Raqqa

BEIRUT, LEBANON (8:30 A.M.) – The Islamic State (ISIS/ISIL/IS/Daesh) launched a heavy attack on the Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) positions in southern Al-Raqqa on late Thursday, resulting in heavy casualties for all involved. According to a field report from southern Al-Raqqa, the Islamic State launched an attack on the Syrian Army’s positions near the Al-Thawrah Oil Field, which led to a series of intense clashes that lasted for a short while. The report said the Islamic State was able to temporarily penetrate the Syrian Army’s positions before reinforcements from the National Defense Forces (NDF) arrived to help drive back the terrorist combatants in southern Al-Raqqa. At least a half dozen Syrian Arab Army soldiers and over ten Islamic State terrorists were killed during this intense battle. Following this battle, the Russian and Syrian air forces carried out several strikes over the Islamic State’s positions between the Homs and Al-Raqqa governorates.

Could COVID-19 help push peace forward in Yemen?

While leaders have stalled on a unified response to ending the violence to deal with the virus, several activist groups in Yemen are pushing forward a ceasefire agenda.

251 illegal miners arrested in Zamfara

Maiharaji Altine, Gusau Security agents have arrested 251 illegal miners in Zamfara State. The Commissioner of Police, Usman Nagoggo, made this known while briefing journalists on Friday. ...

COVID-19 attacks and threats on the Police are on the rise

Chief Constable Iain Livingstone has thanked Scotland’s communities for the high levels of co-operation shown during this challenging period.

Richard Fowler: George Floyd is latest in a long line of victims of deadly epidemic of racism

For far too long, African-Americans have led the fight for racial justice and equity. The news over the last three months makes it clear that white racial animus can only end when white Americans make the choice to be anti-racist.

Migrant crisis in SC: SG Mehta invokes vultures, prophets of doom, Sibal says don’t make it personal

“Some High Courts”, Mehta said, “are running a parallel government”, alluding to the fact that many High Courts had questioned the governments at the state and the Centre on their handling of the Covid crisis.

Man found dead at work on business park

Tragic discovery was made during the early hours

Singapore-China to open essential travel corridor in early June

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore and China plan to reopen essential travel for business and official purposes between the two countries early next month, they said in a joint statement on Friday.

Young mum, 21, left dripping with blood from horrific head wound after man, 30, attacked her in street with bottle

A YOUNG mum was left with blood pouring from her head after a thug hit her with a glass bottle near her home in the Isle of Wight. Jamie Simpson, 30, yesterday pleaded guilty to attacking 21-year-o…

Dubai Culture museums to welcome visitors from June 1

Dubai Culture is committed to enforcing all preventive measures to ensure the wellbeing of visitors and museum employees.

War hero McRaven tells MIT grads they're the 'real heroes'

William McRaven, the retired U.S. Navy admiral who directed the raid that killed Osama bin Laden, told members of MIT's graduating class Friday that they are the “real heroes” who will save the world

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Mira Road cops beat COVID-19, welcomed with flowers and applause

Cops to hunt out authors of inflammatory letter

SHILLONG: Urban Affairs Minister Hamlet Dohling said that he has spoken to the police in the Special Branch to conduct an investigation into an inflammatory letter written by a couple of persons from outside the state who made indecent comments again

Schoolboy in heartfelt call for annual NHS day in online petition

Child's call for annual celebration to show thanks and remember frontline NHS staff who lost their lives fighting Covid-19.

Ongoing Crisis in Mind, Locust Faces Third Degree Interrogation in This Hilarious Clip

A video that has gone viral on Twitter, shows a man holding on to a locust and interrogating it about its motives.

Ahmaud Arbery’s killing puts a spotlight on the blurred blue line of citizen’s arrest laws

Laws enabling citizens to apprehend suspects, which date back to medieval England, were historically used in the US to suppress slave revolts.

Langford man facing charges after allegedly fleeing traffic stop

A 38-year-old Langford man is facing numerous charges after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop and getting involved in a two-vehicle collision nearby.The driver of the second vehicle suffered serious . . .

DW&SD Minister launches menstrual hygiene drive

Minister for drinking water & sanitation department Mithilesh Kumar Thakur on Thursday stressed on the need of spreading right information and awareness on women menstrual hygiene. The minister was speaking on the occasion of month-long digital awareness campaign to promote better health for

SRP jawan ‘commits suicide’

As per preliminary investigation, the jawan was worried about his transfer SRP group 3 in Palanpur.

Crackdown set vs illegal clinics

Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra on Thursday vowed to mobilize the National Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Immigration to crack down on the illegal medical clinics operating in the country.

Italy’s economy shrinks more than feared

MILAN, May 29 — Italy’s economy shrank 5.3 per cent in the first quarter, much worse than first thought, official data showed today, as the effects of a tough coronavirus lockdown began to be felt. The national statistics institute (ISTAT) said at the end of April it expected the economy to...

Man and teenage boy found stabbed to death in UWS apartment building

The 36-year-old man and the boy were found repeatedly stabbed in the neck and chest in the Frederick Douglass Houses at around 8:40 p.m. Thursday.

SpiceJet Becomes India's First Carrier to Deliver Essential Supplies, E-Commerce Goods Via Drones

New Delhi (Sputnik): As the coronavirus pandemic has put restrictions on the unessential movement of people and services, drones have spearheaded contactless deliveries...

Siberian zoo sees baby boom during Covid-19 lockdown

A Siberian zoo that closed its doors to visitors for over two months due to Covid-19 says the lockdown has encouraged a baby boom among its animals.

Arjun Kapoor joins Dua Lipa, Jason Derulo to raise COVID-19 funds

Actor Arjun Kapoor will be part of a global effort to raise funds for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The effort also involves

ASHA workers launch Statewide stir

Mysore/Mysuru: Condemning the assault on ASHA workers, urging for their protection and also to resolve their problems, ASHA workers under the banner of Karnataka Rajya Samyukta ASHA Karyakartheyara Sangha, Mysuru District Committee, along with All India United Trade Unions Centre (AIUTUC) launched their Statewide struggle this morning.  They submitted a memorandum to Chief Minister B.S....

High Court's verdict on SEC N Ramesh's case is a lesson to government: Pawan Kalyan

Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan said that he welcomes verdict of the High Court overturning the ordinance issued by the state government on the dismissal of the Andhra Pradesh state election commissioner...

Chris Rock, Rosie Perez urge mask wearing

NEW YORK – Comedian Chris Rock and actress Rosie Perez made a surprise appearance at New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s daily news conference to underscore his message that the public should wear masks to help curb the coronavirus pandemic. The celebrities, both of whom...

Bengal’s Amphan-Damage Assessment Of Rs 1 Lakh Crore May Be Grossly Inflated, And That’s Why Centre Should Scrutinise It Closely

There are many reasons to doubt this seemingly fantastical Amphan-damage assessment figure of Rs 1 lakh crore.

UNHCR: More support needed to protect refugees, displaced people in MENA

The region hosts large displaced and refugee groups from countries such as Iraq, Libya, Syria, and Yemen. Other groups in need include for instance Sahrawi refugees in Algeria and Malian refugees in Mauritania.

What COVID-19 means for the Japan-U.S. alliance

With both militaries having to fight the pandemic alongside their existing operations, how can Japan and the U.S. keep deterrence robust?

Many Eastern Cape schools not ready to reopen - national SGB association

Many of the Eastern Cape's 5 000 schools are not ready to reopen because they have not received adequate personal protective equipment, the provincial chairperson of the National Association of School Governing Bodies says.

MSNBC Reporter Claims “Protests” Aren’t “Unruly” as Building Literally Burns Behind Him

Look behind you!

Robodebt: government to refund 470,000 unlawful Centrelink debts worth $721m

Debts raised under the Coalition’s unlawful income-averaging scheme will start to be repaid in July