Biker seriously injured in Hinstock accident

A biker was taken to hospital with serious injuries after an accident.

SBI EMI Moratorium calculation: Additional Rs 4.5 lakh interest on 15-year Home Loan of Rs 30 lakh

SBI EMI moratorium: State Bank of India has simplified the process of stopping the EMIs by initiating an SMS communication to nearly 85 lakh eligible borrowers asking about their consent to stop EMIs.

Tightening controls ‘inevitable’ if virus resurges: KCDC chief

South Korea on Friday confirmed 58 additional patients with COVID-19, 55 of them in the Seoul area. The other three were arriving passengers from overseas. Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Director Jung Eun-kyeong said the danger of contagion in the greater Seoul area was “extremely worrying,” as 88 percent of all cases in the last week have been traced to Seoul and adjacent citie...

Odisha supercyclone and Amphan: Nights of the storm

Cyclone Amphan revives dark memories of a violent cyclone that battered Odisha a little more than 20 years ago

Protesters Are Defending Themselves After Being Criticised For Rioting Over George Floyd’s Death

Americans across the country are protesting after the death of George Floyd, and are pushing back against criticism of the rioting.

Anger in China at law ordering 'cooling-off' period before divorce

Chinese couples seeking a divorce must first complete a month-long ‘cooling-off’ period according to a new law passed on Thursday

Six deadly lockdown sins

The lockdowns across the world will likely kill more people than they saved.

WATCH: Minneapolis Protests Devolve Into Riots, Police Respond With Tear Gas and Flashbangs

Minneapolis, Minn. — Riots once again broke out in Minneapolis

Nottingham and Nottinghamshire preparing for local coronavirus lockdowns in event of outbreak

They say they have received initial guidance

'Kill me, jail me but I’ll never 'eat' my words' – Mornah tells CID

The Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Mr. Bernard Mornah says he is ever ready to ‘die’ for the truth if that is what the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service wants.

CID kowtowing to govt whims to 'intimidate' our anti-register stance - IPRAN

The Inter-Party Resistance Against New Voters Register (IPRAN) has said the invitation by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service to the Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Mr Bernard Mornah, will not soften its “poignant stance” on the “ill-advised and needless decision to compile a new register of voters.”

New site is one-stop shop for B.C. workers, farmers, during pandemic

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has created a new online resource to help the province's agricultural sector find workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. A statement from the Ministry of. . .

New site is one-stop shop for B.C. workers, farmers, during pandemic

VICTORIA - The British Columbia government has created a new online resource to help the province's agricultural sector find workers during the COVID-19 pan

Court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for Nawaz Sharif

Hearin­g has been adjour­ned till June 11

Govt lifts curbs on exports of paracetamol APIs with immediate effect

"The notification is further amended to remove the restriction on the export of paracetamol APIs, making it export 'free' with immediate effect," the statement read

Tourism, global commerce, rural broadband budgets among Georgia COVID-19 cuts

Georgia agencies that work to promote the state's economic growth have found creative ways to reduce spending by 14 percent while still keeping their priorities intact.

1948 Palestinians have a new political role in Israel

Arab Joint List has been praised for attracting both Arab and thousands of Jewish voters

Explained: Why protests many in Germany are protesting against Thailand king’s sojourn in Alps

Many critics have denounced King Maha Vajiralongkorn for failing to show leadership and responsibility at a time when not only the country’s public health but also its economy has been hit hard.

Louisiana House votes to create $300 million business fund

The Louisiana House of Representatives on Thursday voted to set aside $300 million in federal pandemic relief aid for small businesses.

Trump has officially declared war on Twitter and Facebook. Here's the latest on the executive order targeting social media and the reaction at internet companies.

Trump's executive order represents a direct challenge to social media companies like Twitter and Facebook, but legal experts say it faces steep hurdles.

Bill would add 15 to 35 years in prison for COVID-19 scam artists

The legislation, introduced late Thursday, would temporarily boost federal criminal penalties by 15 years for pandemic-related fraud and by 35 years for COVID-19-linked counterfeit goods.

Man accused of cheating firm of $900,000 in Covid-19-related scam

A man suspected of defrauding an overseas distribution firm of more than US$646,000 (S$917,000) was charged yesterday with one count of cheating, in one of the biggest scams related to the Covid-19 outbreak here. On April 30, Singaporean Chee Jian Rong allegedly duped Mr...

Igbo group hails steps taken by S/east Govs to curb insecurity

An Igbo group, Izu Umunna Cultural Association of Nigeria, a think-tank for Ndigbo in the 19 Northern States and Abuja, has lauded

Of Course There Are Protests. The State Is Failing Black People.

The collapse of politics and governance leaves no other option.

WATCH TODAY: Gov. Gavin Newsom gives update on COVID-19, reopening

The last time Newsom briefed the public on Tuesday, he said new rules for childcare facilities and summer camps would be coming soon.

28 more Covid-19 deaths reported, 9 more hospitalizations

Another 28 people were added to the number of Covid-19 patients who died from the disease, the RIVM said on Friday. It raised the total to 5,931, according to the Dutch public health agency. There

Now a puzzling boom heard in Tamil Nadu

Days after Bengaluru heard a. mysterious boom which later turned out to be sonic reverberations of an IAF aircraft, people here on Thursday encountered a similar experience.

HRD Minister asks universities to form special cells to address academic issues of students due to COVID-19

Union Human Resource Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' on Thursday interacted with heads of more than 45,000 Higher Educational Institutions (HEI) across the country through a webinar hosted by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Bengaluru.

'I can't breathe': White House locked down as crowd protests death of George Floyd

The White House was on lockdown Friday night as hundreds of demonstrators gathered in adjacent Lafayette Park chanting,

Diego Costa given court date for tax fraud case as six-month prison sentence request made

Spaniard in hot water over tax fraud case...

Man who bound, murdered Vancouver Island teen still a risk to public: parole board

Kimberly Proctor’s killer is still ‘mismanaging emotions,’ has had ‘temper tantrums’

Ken Talbot's widow seeks $45m in damages over will

Amanda Talbot, widow of the late Queensland mining magnate, is suing lawyers over the handling of his estate, claiming it has cost her "hundreds of millions of dollars".

Mum died 'after being given too much paracetamol by accident'

Police have launched a criminal investigation into the death of Laura Higginson, 30, who died at Whiston Hospital.

15 bikers arrested over illegal race along Marina South Drive

The police have arrested 15 motorcyclists over their alleged involvement in dangerous riding and illegal racing. On Monday, the police were alerted to an illegal race believed to have taken place along Marina South Drive around 1.25am the previous day. The 15 men,...

The new normal: How safe are beaches?

Spending time outdoors is a low-risk activity in the era of the coronavirus. It has many benefits - as long as you keep your distance.

Dáil summer holidays will be pushed back, says Taoiseach

The Dáil usually rises in July.

Maharashtra Govt to soon announce economic package, says DCM Ajit Pawar

Special scheme to help rural industrial units in Tamil Nadu launched

The scheme, which is part of the State Rural Transformation Project, would cover about 1.39 lakh beneficiaries of whom 31,952 would get a long-term loan of Rs 159.76 crore.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister sanctions funds for protection of bug-hit tapioca, launches development projects

Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami, in a statement issued on Friday, said he had sanctioned a sum of ₹54.46 lakh to protect tapioca crops

80 sheep dead after dog attack

More than 100 sheep have been brutally mauled in an overnight dog attack in rural Hastings. Hastings District Council regulatory solutions manager...

80 sheep killed by dogs in Hastings

A further 25 dogs were injured.

IRCTC train ticket booking: Reservation period extended, tatkal brought back

The tatkal ticket booking facility will also be applicable for 200 special mail express trains that will commence from June 1.Indian Railways partially resumed services with 30 special AC trains on May 12

Mumbai: Former Congress corporator Brian Miranda booked for misbehaving with a woman sub-inspector

ACLU Exploits Pandemic to Promote Abortion

The ACLU filed a lawsuit challenging an FDA rule that requires women to have an in-person clinic visit to obtain drugs to induce an abortion.

Buhari Extends Acting President Of Appeal Court’s Appointment

This was contained in a statement by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Friday.

Parents settle lawsuit over disabled son's forced baptism

The parents of a disabled Ohio teen have settled a lawsuit against a church and others over what they said was the boy's forced baptism at a picnic in 2016, the parents' attorneys said.

Former PLA official says China can't invade Taiwan

Official claims CCP's internal struggles hinder China's ability to take Taiwan by force

Slain journalist killed 'over personal enmity'

With the help of DNA tests, police arrest three men for Aziz Memon's murder­

Toshakhana reference: Arrest warrants issued against former prime minister Nawaz Sharif

Warrants were issued by the accountability court hearing a reference filed against former PMs Gilani, Nawaz and ex-president Zardari

Arkansas Boy, 9, Dies In A Suspected Dog Attack, Sheriff’s Office Investigating

A 9-year-old boy from Faulkner County, Arkansas, has died from a suspected dog attack on Thursday morning, according to a press release issued by the Faulkner County Sheriff’s office. The ...

Congress attack over Covid-19 a ‘drama’: BJP

BJP leaders in Chhattisgarh on Thursday termed the ‘Speak up India’ campaign of the Congress a ‘drama’, saying the party was not directly linked to the fight against coronavirus in the country. Leader of Opposition in the state assembly Dharamlal Kaushik said: “After going through all

Employers slam Victorian Premier's office lockdown

Daniel Andrews has banned workers from returning to offices until at least July.

One new case of COVID-19 reported in the region on Friday

15 more have been resolved

IRCTC upgrades system for refunds into bank accounts

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has upgraded its system to facilitate credit of ticket refunds into bank accounts of passengers who had booked through authorised agents before the lockdown.

32 Western Cape schools affected by existing or returning staff cases

The department repeated the need to practice screening procedures every day, and to quickly adapt to the 'new normal'.

One Of Last Of WWII's Desert Rats Dies Aged 107

Jimmy Sinclair was described as an "incredible man", while Scotland's First Minister said she was "proud to call him a friend".

NZ has done 'incredibly well' in Covid fight - Robertson

Kiwis have been encouraged to enjoy a "normal" holiday weekend after seven straight days of no new Covid cases - and there is now just one active...

Outrage in Brazil as police kills 14-year-old boy leaving over 70 bullet marks

João Pedro Matos Pinto was playing with a cousin in his uncle's house in São Gonçalo when Rio de Janeiro's police shot him dead in the stomach.

Chhattisgarh: 69 bureaucrats including 23 collectors transferred; BJP says Congress resorting to ‘transfer business’

Chhattisgarh BJP has claimed that the state under the Congress government is a corrupt anarchy now and resorting to transfer business.

South China Sea: China Builds 'World's Largest' Search and Rescue Ship

China says it has neared completion in building a 450-foot-long search and rescue (SAR) ship, the "largest" in the world.

Watch: CNN Reporter, Crew Arrested During Live Minneapolis Broadcast

CNN "New Day" on Friday morning cut to correspondent Omar Jimenez as he reported on the scene in Minneapolis after protests turned violent. During the middle of the broadcast, Jimenez and his crew of a cameraman and a producer were all arrested by Minnesota | Clips

Staffordshire NFU hosts virtual show reception

Farmers raised a glass via their webcams to toast food production and the NFU after their county show was cancelled due to Covid-19.

New Zealand says no new Covid-19 cases for a week

New Zealan­ders allowe­d to resume weeken­d holida­ys, outdoo­r activi­ties

Nigerian among cyber cons arrested for duping bizman

Three men duped him ofRs 15.81 lakh via an email purportedly sent by a supplier

Wildlife managers use pup fostering to boost wolf genetics

A record number of captive-born wolf pups has been placed into the wild as part of an effort by federal and state wildlife managers to boost the genetic diversity among Mexican gray wolves in the Sout

Wildlife managers use pup fostering to boost wolf genetics

A record number of captive-born wolf pups has been placed into the wild as part of an effort by federal and state wildlife managers to boost the genetic diversity among Mexican gray wolves in the Southwestern ...

Phase 2 before end-June if Singaporeans act responsibly: Wong

Social gatherings, restaurant dining and retail therapy at the malls may become a reality again in less than a month, if Singaporeans play their part by being vigilant and staying socially responsible. At a press conference yesterday, the multi-ministry task force said...

Sen. Cruz Pens Letter to DOJ Demanding Investigation into Twitter for Potential Violation of Sanctions on Iran

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) penned a letter to Attorney General Bill

Ruling on plea of sugar mill owned by Sharifs reserved

The plea pertains to the SECP's non registration of the mill's shares.

Doctor Says He Was Fired for Complaining About Hospital’s Covid Response

An emergency room physician who says he was fired for complaining about inadequate Covid-19 safety procedures at a Washington state hospital has sued for wrongful termination.

Sudha Bharadwaj’s interim medical bail plea rejected

She is lodged in Byculla jail, where an inmate has tested positive for COVID-19

Belgian Jews fear the scaling back of counter-terror patrols

Belgium is considering winding down soldiers' counter-terror patrols. At the height of the terror threat, thousands of soldiers paced the streets. Authorities are weighing up the cost of such security measures against the concerns over future threats.

Surat textile industry seeks govt help to stop migrant exodus

At least 60 per cent of the workforce is estimated to have left Surat since the Shramik Special trains started. According to Surat railway officials, over 6.80 lakh labourers have left Surat in 431 trains.

11 new Covid-19 cases surface in State

At least 11 new cases of COVID-19 infection surfaced in Jharkhand on Thursday, health officials said. The findings took the total number of COVID-19 cases in State to 469, as per a bulletin shared by the National Health Mission (NHM) by the time this report was filed. Out of the 11 patients, at

Austria to loosen face-mask requirement, scrap table-size limit in bars

VIENNA (Reuters) - Austria will no longer require shoppers to wear face masks and scrap a limit of four adults at a table in bars and restaurants, Chancellor Sebastian Kurz said on Friday, outlining the next loosening of the country’s coronavirus restrictions.

Delhi govt converts five hotels into makeshift hospitals for Covid-19

Govt caps the price to be charged by the hotel for providing regular services like rooms, housekeeping, disinfection and food for the patients at ₹5,000 per day per person for five-star hotels

George Floyd case revives 'qualified immunity' debate, as Supreme Court could soon take up issue

Qualified immunity is a concept developed by the Supreme Court that gives government officials immunity from harms caused by their actions under a large number of circumstances that may happen as they perform their official duties.

The Gang Leader as President

We awake to a bewildering, sobering tableau. A second night of protests engulfed Minneapolis in the wake of the police...

University Final exams: Uddhav Thackeray to speak to Vice-Chancellors on May 30

The development comes amid reports that the Education Minister and Vice-Chancellors are at loggerheads over conducting examinations.

Garda to scale down Covid-19 enforcement for June bank holiday

Focus of force to switch from roads to parks, beaches and beauty spots

Jan van Zanen tapped to be mayor in The Hague

Jan van Zanen, currently mayor in Utrecht, was nominated to be the new mayor of The Hague. Chris van der Helm, chairman of the confidential committee that led the search for the mayor, called the

Dissidence in BJP fizzles out before it begins

A dinner hosted by former minister Umesh Katti for a few MLAs from North Karnataka at his residence on Thursday gave way for speculations of a fresh round of rebellion against Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa.

US anti-vaxxers aim to spread fear over future coronavirus vaccine

Anti-vaxxers’ influence and power could affect Americans’ willingness to take a Covid-19 vaccine, experts warn

The death of George Floyd was an act of murder, plain and simple

The Minneapolis police department’s failure to arrest the officers responsible threatens our most basic sense of justice

Linwoood mosque prepares to welcome back worshippers

From noon today, gatherings of up to 100 people will be allowed as Covid-19 rules are relaxed a little further. It comes just in time for Muslims...

India urges for wider information sharing under tax treaties within BRICS

The tax heads of other BRICS nations shared the measures taken by their respective tax administrations and their thoughts on other agenda items like tax challenges posed by digitalisation and exchange of information.

Sex Workers Get Back To Business In Switzerland But Told To Social Distance

As Switzerland relaxes its lockdown measures, prostitution can resume from 6 June. Other sports, including boxing and ballroom dancing, however, remain forbidden.

Liberal media takes ghoulish delight linking Trump to COVID-19 deaths

Is it me or do the media seem almost giddy, in a macabre way, that America has passed the 100,000 mark in deaths attributed to the coronavirus?

Roof of relief camp for migrant workers crashes down in Bengaluru

Around 250 people were accommodated in the shelter, including infants waiting for the Shramik Special trains to their native towns in different North Indian states.

After near-tragedy in Cork, coastguard urges people to stay safe over bank holiday weekend

Emergency services are appealing to people to stay within 5km of home this bank holiday weekend following a surge in callouts and three dramatic sea rescues this week.

Abacha Stole Close To $1bn As Head Of State, Says President Buhari

Buhari served under the late Abacha as head of Petroleum Trust Fund.

Children’s Day: Centre demands policy support for development of Nigerian child

To commemorate this year’s Children’s Day, Mothers and Marginalised Advocacy Centre, MAMA Centre, has called for sustained proactive policy environment for the adequate social, cognitive, and physical development of Nigerian children.

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Initial unemployment claims decline for third week in a row

The numbers of Oklahomans who filed initial claims for unemployment insurance compensation last week fell slightly, compared to the week before. Numbers released Thursday by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission reported 32,127 Oklahomans filed new claims on the system during the week ending May 23, compared to an adjusted count of 33,340 who filed new claims the week ending May 16. It shows initial claims counts have fallen in Oklahoma for each of the past three reporting periods. Data provided Thursday by the state agency shows more than 484,000 initial claims for compensation have been filed with the agency since the week that ended Feb. 29.

Is There A Travel Ban To Brazil?

Most of Latin America is enacting stiff travel bans to keep foreign visitors away and contain the coronavirus spread. Is there a travel ban to Brazil?

As COVID cuts deadly path through Indiana prisons, inmates say symptoms ignored

Scottie Edwards died of COVID-19 just weeks before he would have gotten out of the Westville Correctional Facility in Indiana.

‘We want to come home’ – Stranded Ghanaians in Libya beg Akufo-Addo

Some Ghanaians who are stranded in Libya have appealed to the government of Ghana to facilitate their return home.

Valley records one more COVID-19 death

SRINAGAR, May 28: Jammu and Kashmir recorded 27th COVID-19 death as 65-years-old man from Khanpora area in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district became the fresh victim of deadly virus, officials said today.With the death of 65 years old COVID positive patient from Baramulla, the toll climbed to 27 in Jammu and Kashmir including 24 from the valley and 03 from Jammu province.Srinagar district has recorded highest number of fatalities at 07 followed by Baramulla (05), Anantnag and Kulgam (4 each); Budgam and Jammu (02 each), Bandipora and Udhampur recorded (01 death each).Officials said the deceased was initially admitted at Government Medical College (GMC) hospital Baramulla and was referred to Sri Maharaja Hari Singh (SMHS) hospital here on 27th of this month with fever and respiratory problem.They further said the sample of the 65-years-old patient, now deceased, was taken for testing which turned out to be positive.Dr Saleem Khan, Nodal Officer for COVID-19 at GMC Srinagar while confirming the death of Baramulla…

IND-SAT 2020 postponed due to coronavirus pandemic; exam likely to be held in July, says HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal

The Indian Scholastic Assessment or IND-SAT has been postponed to July. The exam was earlier scheduled to be held on 30 May

Cheap politics can't help Centre wash its hand

Dear Editor, Misleading of Centre has rattled the stranded people. The sudden countywide lockdown, which was imposed by Prime Minister Modi on March 24, without proper preparation, has brought about many difficulties, and pushed migrants into sever events, in which they are victims. Eventually, Centre allowed stranded people to return homes after a month and a half since the lockdown was imposed in India, but some political leaders took it as a golden opportunity to play political games with certain states led by opposition parties. Before some days the Centre has played its political games with West Bengal government over the issue of Shramik Special trains for migrants. Now the Maharashtra government is being aimed by it over the same issue. The railway ministry has provided the Maharashtra government a long list of trains for departure on a single day, without consulting with both departure and arrival states' authorities. While it was reasonably impossible within a day. It seems the Centre wants to portray…

Ethiopia recommences repatriating citizens from Middle East

Using social media, Ethiopians in the Middle East have been urging their government to rescue them indicating that the outbreak of COVID-19 has made their lives which was in bad condition even worse. In response to the call the national ministerial committee against the spread of COVID-19 in Ethiopia today said it has finalized preparations to resume its repatriation operation, which was suspended after the outbreak of the global pandemic. Coordinator of the National ministerial committee against COVID-19 and Minister of Peace Muferiat Kamil told the state broadcaster ETV that Ethiopia has started repatriating its citizens from Lebanon today May 28, 2020. “…From Beirut a total of 669 people are expected to return home. Today 336 people will arrive. On Saturday the remaining will come,” she said.

Some sectors of Australian economy will need additional support - PM Morrison

Some sectors of Australian economy will need additional support - PM Morrison

Experts warned Cameron's government the Lansley reforms would hobble Britain's epidemic response

Documents from 2010-12 show that senior public health figures believed NHS reforms would leave Britain vulnerable in a pandemic.

Richard Sambrook to review BBC's social media use

The former director of global news at the BBC will examine online posts from programmes and staff.

Commission Urges Northern State Governments In Nigeria To Address Almajiri Problem

In a statement by its Executive Secretary, Mr Tony Ojukwu, the NHRC noted that almajiris were exposed to increased vulnerabilities and risks including death, trafficking, kidnapping, drug use and addiction, recruitment into terrorism, violent crimes, sexual and other forms of assault and forced/child marriages.

How to address almajiri challenges, by NHRC - The Nation Nigeria

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has suggested ways leaders of the northern states could address the challenges posed by almajiri...

Trump Extends National Guard Orders, Qualifying Troops for Benefits

Trump announced he is extending National Guard troops' deployments until mid-August, which will allow them to qualify for federal benefits.

Search continuing for young woman missing in Hunua Ranges

Elicia Hughes-Sutherland hasn't been seen since last Tuesday.

Police Continue Search In Hunua For Missing Woman

Police are continuing to appeal for any information surrounding the disappearance of 25-year-old Elicia Hughes-Sutherland.

Report: Channel Migrants 'Threaten to Throw Their Children Into Water'

Illegal migrants crossing the Channel in small boats threaten to drown themselves or their children in order to keep the French ships back.

Sweltering temperatures make life and work in nursing homes even more difficult

Inadequate cooling systems result in uncomfortable residents and staff who tire quickly and move more slowly

Man tried to smother and choke his partner, court told

A man who allegedly tried to smother and choke his heavily pregnant partner must remain in custody, a judge has ruled Michael Gibson, 29, is also accused of kneeing the woman in the stomach during the suspected attack at her home in south Belfast.

Minneapolis Mayor to Rioters: Practice Social Distancing, Wear Masks

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey requested that protesters practice social distancing and wear masks to reduce coronavirus transmission.

Gauteng cricket clubs showed maturity - new CGL president

Newly-appointed Central Gauteng Lions cricket president Anne Vilas says member clubs that voted in the new board showed a high level of maturity.

Bengal Minister Sujit Bose tested Corona Positive -

West Bengal’s Fire and Emergency Services Minister Sujit Bose has been found infected with Novel Coranavirus on Friday. “I am

NASS may not pass Infectious Disease Bill – Ekweremadu

Raphael Ede, Enugu   Former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, on Friday, said the controversial Infectious Disease Bill before the National Assembly is not likely to be passed, saying the...

Farmhand accused of animal cruelty unfairly dismissed: ERA

A farmhand in central New Zealand accused of scaring cows and allowing puppies to die has won a case of wrongful dismissal against his employer....

Farm wages doubled in many agricultural districts as migrants labourers returned home

Farmers are trying to lure migrants back by offering them rail tickets and other incentives. Many farmers in Punjab, Haryana, West Bengal, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are trying to mobilise local labourers to prepare nursery beds and sow paddy, which is a very labour-intensive task.

Hamzah: Dr Mahathir told me to find a way for Bersatu to leave Pakatan, erode confidence in DAP

PETALING JAYA, May 29 — Bersatu secretary-general Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin claimed today that Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad instructed him to strengthen the party by finding ways to leave Pakatan Harapan (PH) and erode the people’s confidence in DAP, among other measures. The former Umno man was...

Christian Cooper 'Uncomfortable' That White Woman Who Called the Cops on Him Lost Her Job

Central Park birdwatcher appeared on "The View" Thursday to discuss the response to his now-viral video

Adesina: Nigeria would have been history without Buhari

The Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, has stated the nation would have long been forgotten...

116 Policemen found Corona positive in 24 hours, 25 Died so far -

Corona virus cases are increasing continuously in the country and Maharashtra is the most affected state by Corona in the

CM KCR heaps praise on KLIS project oustees 

CM Chandrashekhar Rao had special words of praise for the displaced persons who sacrificed their lands for the KLIS project.

Woman kicked dad in the face and threw a pie at him during drink-fuelled attack - she was 'sick of him having a go at her'

Claire Hindley, 38, has been jailed

Experts Think Pubs Could Open Soon – But Not As We Know Them

Before the nationwide coronavirus lockdown went into effect in the UK, pubs were among the first venues to be closed. Now the government has offered a suggestion of when certain parts of the hospitality industry might be able to get back to…

Capitalist Hong Kong survives but freedoms take flight

While new national security laws threaten Hong Kong's autonomy and make the financial centre more risky, investors say business will remain the city's life blood.

LAC standoff | India-China border tensions unlikely to escalate, say former diplomats

The problem is because we have an undefined and undemarcated border with differing perceptions of the LAC, says M.K. Narayanan

Emily Maitlis' REAL political colours: Newsnight presenter's Left-leaning views are exposed in tweets and retweets to her 360,000 followers

Miss Maitlis caused a stir on Tuesday with her comments on Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham during lockdown.

Iran prepares for major confrontation by heavily arming IRGC in Persian Gulf: video

BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:00 A.M.) – The commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), General Hussein Salami, announced that the IRGC’s naval forces have received 112 new warships. Salami said during the handover ceremony of 112 new warships in Bandar Abbas that this step is part of the birth of a new naval force in the Gulf called ‘Iran’. The commander of the Revolutionary Guards said in a speech: “These boats will increase the offensive power of the Iranian navy in the Gulf waters.” He explained that the strengthening of military force is part of the road map, which is being pursued by the Revolutionary Guards, adding that “Iran is seeking to break the will of the enemy by continuing to produce militarily and aggressively.” This move by the Iranian authorities comes at a time when tensions between the U.S. and Islamic Republic are at a decade-long-high.

Three men including groom issued compounds over Serdang temple wedding during CMCO

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — A bridegroom was among three men slapped with RM1,000 compound each for flouting the Conditional movement control order (CMCO) for organising a wedding ceremony in Serdang, Seri Kembangan last Sunday. Serdang district police chief ACP Ismadi Borhan in a statement...

'Samples Taken Away by Monkeys do Not Include COVID-19 Swab Test Samples': Meerut Medical College Principle Clarifies

WATCH: After panic grips Meerut, K Garg, Principal, Meerut Medical College clarifies that the sample stolen by monkeys do not include COVID-19 swab test samples

Lockdown Brings Tears of Joy to Indian Woman Who Reunites with Husband After 20 Years - Video

New Delhi (Sputnik): The lockdown in India imposed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 has brought untold misery to hundreds of thousands of poor daily wage earners....

Buhari still condoning corrupt practices, alleges CDD

Pro-democracy think tank, the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) previewed the anti-graft campaign of the President Muhammadu Buhari led administration in the last five years and concluded that not much has been achieved to address the menace in the polity.

Thug caged after stabbing man in head with corkscrew then fleeing to Spain

Nathan Campbell assaulted two men with the corkscrew during a drunken rampage in Prestwick before boarding a plane to Alicante.

Thug jailed after stabbing man in head with corkscrew at Prestwick hair salon party

Nathan Campbell fled to Spain after the "utterly unprovoked" attacks but has now been jailed for 21 months, writes Mike McQuaid.

EDITORIAL: Emerging virus numbers identify the truly vulnerable

Forty-two percent of all COVID-19 deaths are taking place in facilities that house 0.62 percent of the U.S. population.

Mapisa-Nqakula: Investigations into Collins Khosa’s death still ongoing

This was despite an inquiry by the SANDF clearing the four members implicated in his death.

Delhi HC vacates order restraining Vedanta from invoking bank guarantees

Senior advocate Harish Salve appearing for the Vedanta submitted that at the outset the law relating to Bank Guarantees is very well settled

One year of ‘O to Ge’ in Kwara

BY RAHEEM ADEDOYIN Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is easy going but he is a complicated leader. He is unfazed by hate-driven criticism; he is unmoved by  sychophancy. When you praise him,

7 More New Corona cases in Nagaland, Total number of Patients are 25 now -

So far more than 1 lakh 65 thousand people have been infected due to dangerous corona virus infection in India,

Another returning resident tests positive for coronavirus in Leyte

An OFW from Hilongos town in Leyte province tests positive for the virus. The patient is the latest of 3 returning residents confirmed with the virus in the Eastern Visayas

Watch live: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak

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School delays June 1 reopening after staff member tests positive for coronavirus

Pupils and staff at Cavendish Close Infant School in Derbyshire have had to go into self isolation after a worker was confirmed to have Covid-19 - scuppering plans to partially reopen from Monday

EU Commission aspires for treaty change on health

The European Commission has proposed a €9.4bn stand-alone programme dedicated to health known as EU4Health. The proposal is touted as a first step towards a possible Treaty change when it comes to health.

MP Rigathi Gachagua's Bank Accounts Frozen

The government went after accounts owned by the legislator, a close ally of Deputy President William Ruto after he was...

MP Rigathi Gachagua Claims State Froze His Bank Accounts Over Links With Ruto

A Nairobi Court has frozen Mathira Member of Parliament Rigathi Gachagua's three bank accounts in an ongoing investigation into alleged money laundering.Milimani Senior Resident Magistrate Muthoni

Trailer Accident on Thika Superhighway Causes Heavy Traffic [VIDEO]

Motorists using the Thika Superhighway were left stranded after a trailer hit the rail guards and...

2 dead in house fire, cause under investigation

Authorities in western Pennsylvania on Friday were trying to determine what sparked an early-morning house fire that claimed the lives of a man and a woman.

Hungary commemorates victims of 2019 Danube boat catastrophe

Commemorations began Friday in Hungary for the first anniversary of an accident on the Danube River in which over two dozen South Korean tourists died after their tour boat collided with a river cruis

Here are the new NFL rules for 2020, as approved by team owners

There will be no onside kick alternative for 2020, but these new rules did pass.

Tajik Journalist Attacked, Beaten For Second Time In Less Than A Month

A journalist of Tajikistan's independent Asia Plus new agency has been attacked for the second time in less than a month as he covered the aftermath of a recent landslide that killed two men.

Schools reopening - is your child affected and everything you need to know

Schools, nurseries and colleges closed almost 10 weeks ago in a bid to stop the rapid spread of coronavirus - but from Monday, thousands of children in England may once again be walking through the school gates

Police deploy 5,200 personnel to monitor Saturday’s LG election in Benue

The Benue State Police Command is to deploy 5,200 of its personnel to monitor Saturday’s local government election in the state.

As Covid figures grow rapidly in TN, CM calls for Collectors’ meet

With Tamilnadu witnessing 800 plus Covid-19 cases for the second consecutive day, Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami will today chair a video-conference with District Collectors. Continue Reading →

US President Issues Executive Order Aimed At Twitter, Facebook

US President Donald Trump has signed another executive order, this time aimed at social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Unsurprisingly, Trump’s

Coronavirus: Transformed Headley Court Battles 'New Upsurge' In Aftercare Demand

The former defence rehabilitation facility re-opened as the NHS Seacole Centre in response to COVID-19.

HC grants bail to 126 accused in Padarayanapura case

The Karnataka High Court on Friday granted bail to 126 accused persons connected to the cases of attack on health workers and the police in Padarayanapura last month.Justice John Michael Cunha passed

Ninth Circuit Shuts Down Government Request to Revive Keystone XL Pipeline Permit Program

The Ninth Circuit on Thursday denied a request from the Trump administration to revive a permit program for oil and gas pipelines, serving yet another blow to the feds in a legal battle that originated with the long-disputed Keystone XL oil pipeline.

Sage minutes reveal how UK advisers reacted to coronavirus crisis

Government releases papers showing how advice changed in run-up to lockdown

Minneapolis officer arrested following death of black man in custody

The arrest comes after three days of protests.

China's global influence to rise post-pandemic: European scholars

German expert warns US withdrawal from WHO will hand over more power to China

Gujarat: Body of man found hanging exhumed after family raised doubts

The family immediately informed the police and demanded that the body be exhumed and the death be investigated. “The body had been sent for postmortem. Prima facie, it is a case of suicide. There are no signs of murder.

Kazakhstan to ease lockdown next week

ALMATY, Kazakhstan (Reuters) - Kazakhstan will take down police checkpoints between its regions next week and reopen kindergartens and gyms as it moves to ease its coronavirus lockdown, the government said on Friday.

AP BJP president’s daughter could have died of heart attack: Police

Hyderabad: The Raidurgam police suspect N Suharika, the daughter-in-law of Andhra Pradesh BJP state president K Lakshminarayana died of a possible heart attack.

Report: Consumer spending falls 13.6 percent despite stimulus handouts

May 29 (UPI) -- Consumer spending fell 13.6 percent in April despite personal income and disposable personal income increasing, the Bureau of Economic Analysis said Friday.

Change to wage subsidy scheme to include those returning from maternity leave

The change will also accommodate those returning from a period of paternity or adoptive leave.

AceMo, Kush Jones, Scratcha DVA share donation-matching fundraising initiative following George Floyd's death

George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis police custody Monday night, leading to protests in the city and international social media fundraising drives—here's where you can donate.

Virginia enters phase one Friday as mandatory face mask rule goes into effect

The entirety of Virginia will be in phase one of reopening beginning Friday, as Richmond, Accomack County and the northern Virginia region join the rest of the state.

COVID-19 shock on Nigeria, multiple ― Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said that the shocks of the ravaging COVID-19 pandemic on Nigeria especially on its economy.

PDI-P politician receives 'light' sentence in KPU bribery case as key suspect remains free

Also on Thursday, KPK prosecutors indicted KPU commissioner Wahyu Setiawan for accepting bribes from PDI-P politician Harun Masiku and West Papua Governor Dominggus Mandacan in two separate cases.

Anti-abortion protesters 'upsetting clients' as they return to picket Perth clinic

Marie Stopes' spokeswoman for the safe access zones campaign, Jacquie O’Brien, said picketers had no understanding of the harm they caused.

Esteban Loaiza Blew Through $44M Before Being Caught With 44 Pounds of Cocaine

(Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images) Esteban Loaiza had everything and just threw it all away. It’s a wild tale of…

Let’s tell this story properly - The Nation Nigeria

Today is the anniversary of many a governor and President Muhammadu Buhari. It marks the fifth anniversary of the president and marks either the first...

New Voters Register: Just boycott 2020 general elections – NDC told

In 1992, the NPP and other opposition parties due to suspicions of electoral manipulations and cheating boycotted the parliamentary elections. The paper, ‘stolen verdict’ was written to make a case.

Coronavirus lockdown | Eight States, UTs yet to lift foodgrains meant for migrant workers

Eight States have so far not lifted any foodgrains allocated by the Centre under the Atma Nirbhar Bharat package, which aims to ensure free supply of foodgrains to all migrants who are not covered und

Covid-19: Two-week quarantine period for arrivals into State could be lifted for some

Leo Varadkar indicates easing self-isolation rules for travel from UK could be problematic

Industry cries foul over Mahavitaran's new billing system

An industrial unit from Sangli whose consumption was 7595 units in March under new system received a bill for 37,650 units and got five times bill.

Man Held for Assaulting Chinese National with Sticks Over Feeding of Stray Dogs in Uttar Pradesh

New Delhi (Sputnik): On 25 May, a Chinese woman was beaten with sticks outside her home in Uttar Pradesh’s Gautam Buddh Nagar district. She took to Twitter and narrated...

73-year-old man found dead in shed at home in Ehime Pref

Police are investigating the death of a 73-year-old man whose body was found in a shed at his residence in Imabari, Ehime Prefecture. According to police, the body of Matsumi Yoshii was found by his son just before 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sankei Shimbun reported. He was lying on the…

In-Depth: Is Herd Immunity our best bet in the fight against coronavirus?

With many countries easing lockdown restrictions, the debate on Herd Immunity has gained traction. What is Herd Immunity and is it achievable, here is all you need to know:

High Court hearing after pub's Guinness delivery service was shut down by PSNI

A High Court hearing is due to take place in Belfast today in relation to the PSNI's move to shut down a Guinness delivery van in the city last month.

DOH: Metro accounts for 61 percent

Hours after the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Dieseases (IATF) recommended easing community quarantine protocols in Metro Manila, the Department of Health said Thursday the country posted 539 new cases, the country’s highest single-day tally.

Murder of RJD leader’s family: Police stall march to Gopalgunj

J.P. Yadav was injured and his parents and younger brother were killed when bike-borne men fired indiscriminately on the leader at his house on May 24

105 new COVID-19 cases, 1 death reported in Clark County

Clark County reported 105 new cases of COVID-19 and one additional death over the preceding day, according to data posted Friday by the Southern Nevada Health District.

Lagos BRT increases fares by 50%

Samson Folarin Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Primero Transport Services Limited, operators of the Bus Rapid Transport, have said fares will increase by about 50 per cent. The compan...

Sanofi stops enrolling COVID-19 patients in hydroxychloroquine trials amid safety concerns

The moves come after the WHO paused its hydroxychloroquine trial after The Lancet reported patients getting the drug had increased death rates and irregular heartbeats

Coronavirus: Presidency releases 10 measures Buhari has put in place to tackle Covid-19

In celebration of the fifth anniversary of the Buhari-led govt, the presidency has outlined some measures put in place by the president to tackle Covid-19.

Twitter hides Trump and White House tweets over 'glorification of violence'

Twitter has hidden one of two recent tweets from US President Donald Trump, saying it “violated the Twitter rules about glorifying violence.”

Eight Gauteng school districts are yet to receive PPE deliveries

Service and distribution giant Bidvest had stepped in to clean schools which do not have the capacity to do so.

School reopening: 8 districts are yet to receive PPE deliveries in Gauteng

Eight districts in Gauteng are still waiting to receive personal protective equipment as schools prepare to reopen.

Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano airports to reopen in ‘few days’

Major airports in the country will in the “next few days” roar into life after weeks of inactivity caused by the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.

Delhi Gears Up For 'First-Ever Locust Attack' as Indian States Battle Swarm With Drone Fleet

New Delhi (Sputnik): Locust invasion is not a new phenomenon in India, however the intensity and the early onset of the wave in the country has never been this severe...

2 Employees of Radio Pakistan Died of Covid-19 -

Two employees of Radio Pakistan died of Corona virus infection, the media gave information about this. “Senior Broadcast Engineer Mohammad

RAF fire crews are scrambled as lockdown-flouting pilot makes bizarre 300-mile trip to Prince William's ex-Anglesey airbase when it was closed because he 'wanted a day at the beach'

EXCLUSIVE: His £4million aeroplane was surrounded by fire crews and military police as he touched down at RAF Valley in Anglesey on Bank Holiday Monday afternoon.

Western Visayas officials oppose resumption of commercial sea, air travel

The region will be placed under modified general community quarantine starting June 1

Probe opens into B’desh hospital fire

Dhaka : The Bangladesh Fire Service has formed a four-member panel to investigate a fire that burned down the isolation unit and killed five patients, including three COVID-19 positive, at the United Hospital in Dhaka, it was reported on Thursday.The

Turkey to partially lift COVID-19 restrictions on June 1

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that a series of restrictions, which were previously imposed to curb the COVID-19 pandemic

Two men die after late night ‘incident’ at Inverness flats as forensic cops scour scene

TWO MEN have died after an alleged incident at a block of flats in Inverness. Emergency services raced to the scene in the Hilton area of the city after the alarm was raised around 11pm last night.…

Federal government to clear all Centrelink robo-debts, refund money

More than $720 million raised through the Morrison government's controversial Centrelink robo-debt program will be refunded.

‘Can govt. grant exemption to all factories from law extending working hours?’

The Karnataka High Court has directed the State government to explain if it can grant to all factories exemptions from the provisions of the Factories Act allowing the factories to extend working hour

Teen arrested over report 15-year-old boy was kidnapped and threatened with gun

He remains in policy custody

Veterans help UK children keep calm, cope with virus stress

Hula hoops, camouflage mats and tires aren't typical supplies needed during the coronavirus pandemic. But they’re useful props as British army veteran Mike Hamilton prepares to lead children in a mili

Greek Mayor Says Town Will Not Accept Any More Migrant Transfers From Aegean Islands

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The mayor of the northern Greek town of Grevena has said that he will no longer accept any more transfers of migrants and asylum seekers from camps...

UP: Migrant labourer escapes from quarantine centre, commits suicide

Jagdish Prasad who had gone to Surat about six months ago had returned on May 20 and was put under quarantine in the village.

Did Russia get Nato's cosmic-level secrets?

It took Belgium years to decide if a top colonel was spying for Russia - potentially exposing Nato to "grave damage".

Why Twitter labeled Trump’s tweets as misleading and Facebook didn’t

Twitter took a novel approach to challenging the president, but Facebook chose not to follow

COVID-19: ICPC commences investigation into distribution of funds, palliatives

The anti-graft agency, ICPC, says it has commenced investigations into alleged cases of corruption in the management of COVID-19 funds and palliatives.

Tiff over pet dog triggers ugly brawl in Bhayandar; trio including BJP corporator booked

UP CM Adityanath asks officials get ready to deal with locust attacks

The local residents and farmers have been enlightened on the subject, while the village level committees and bodies have been mobilised to make a coordinated effort against the threat

Home quarantine is the way forward, will require people to act responsibly: Karnataka Health Minister

"The testing protocol has to change to suit the dynamic situation. We have now decided to allow asymptomatic people who have completed a week in institutional quarantine to go for home quarantine without taking a Covid test. They do not have to take Covid testeven after 14 days if they show no symptoms," K Sudhakar said.

Trump dumps Executive Order on Twitter, Facebook, Google, and the Internet

The president of the United States did a thing with a pen that is probably against the law. Tune in tomorrow to see how much worse things can get!

Security registers 70 attacks by civilians against law enforcement officers

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Civilians have conducted 70 attacks against security officers since the nationwide lockdown started in March this year because of the Covid-19 pandemic. In a statement issued on Friday, the Defense Ministry Spokesperson, Brig. Richard Karemire said the attack on Major Robert Nkwasibwe in Kyankwazi is the 70th conducted by …

There is no specific crime of catfishing. But is it illegal?

Twenty-year-old Sydney woman Renae Marsden died by suicide after she was the victim of an elaborate catfishing scam.

What happens when the police lose all legitimacy

When the criminal justice system has earned the contempt of the citizenry, disorder follows

Pakistan’s women peacekeepers make their mark

Pakistan has deployed more than 200,000 UN peacekeepers in the last 6 decades

Testing times: NHS Tayside scrambles to find contact tracers

NHS Tayside chiefs have been forced into a last minute scramble to redeploy staff to ensure they can roll out the Scottish Government’s test and protect strategy.

Magoha team wants exams in February next year

The committee recommends that the 1.8 million KCPE and KCSE candidates be given priority to report to schools in September this year.

KCSE & KCPE Exams to be Held February 2021 - Magoha Taskforce Proposes

They suggested that examinations to be taken in February 2021 and schools to be re-opened on...

Ladakh: A new security concern

Kashmir has not stabilised till date. The fragility of the situation is well documented in the national and international media. Kashmir

Denzel Washington Praised After Helping Los Angeles Homeless Man During Encounter with Police

Actor Denzel Washington was applauded after being captured on video in what appeared to be an effort to help a homeless man during an encounter with Los Angeles police.

Pune: Duo threatens man, sets his house on fire over interfaith relationship, say police

Jayesh Gaikwad, a resident of Wanavdi Bazaar, has lodged the first information report in this case at the Wanavdi police station.

One more test positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya

A person who recently returned to Meghalaya from Haryana has tested positive for COVID-19, raising the number of active cases in the state to eight, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said. All information about the patient, including his age and gender, have been withheld to protect privacy, a health

EFF, Public Protector lose ConCourt bid to appeal interdict against Gordhan remedial action

The Constitutional Court has dismissed an application which the EFF and Public Protector lodged in a case involving Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan.

Covid-19 lockdown providing ideal environment for abusers as Women's Aid reports jump in calls during pandemic

Experts say Covid-19 restrictions are providing the ideal environment for abusers to exert their power and that partners are using the lockdown as a “weapon” against wives and girlfriends

Govt issues advisory to deal with locust attack

In order to deal with possible locust attack, the Delhi Government has issued advisory asking authorities to spray insecticides and pesticides on crops, vegetation, gardens and orchards. Cabinet Minister Gopal Rai on Thursday said that in view of the increasing threat of locusts in north India,

Motorcyclist, 28, who mowed down and killed tourist, 45, in front of her 2 sons at double the speed limit jailed

A RECKLESS motorcyclist who killed a tourist after ploughing into her at double the speed limit in front of her sons as she checked a map has been caged. Jack Gough, 28, slammed into French nationa…

Motorcyclist doing 60mph on a 30mph road is jailed after mowing down and killing French holidaymaker in front of her two teenage sons

A speeding motorcyclist who mowed down and killed a French tourist on Great Dover Street, in Borough, south London, in front of her two teenage sons has been jailed for 32 months.

Lagos Youth Demand Compensation For Family Of Teenager Killed By Police

It was gathered that the policemen, who were trying to enforce curfew at the end of the Third Mainland Bridge, shot at the driver of a commercial bus.

Billie Eilish Calls Donald Trump Out For His Tweets About Minneapolis Protests

Billie Eilish is calling out President Donald Trump for his disappointing tweets about the protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota which happened on Thursday (May 28).

With migrants returning, state records highest single-day jump in positive cases — 344

On Wednesday, the total number of positive cases was 4,192, while it rose to 4,536 on Thursday.

Concerned over the Increasing Case, State wants Lockdown-5, Sealed Delhi Border -

Increase in the number of new corona patients in Haryana since the last few days has worried the state government

Lagos state govt approves COVID-19 cash transfer for residents

In a matter of weeks, the payment of the beneficiaries cleared in the first phase of the programme in the Lagos state’s social register would commence promptly.

Hawaii senators support effort for ‘travel bubble’ agreement with Japan | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

An effort to reopen Hawaii’s tourism economy by forming a pilot “travel-safely bubble” with Japan got a preliminary blessing from state lawmakers today.

5 Delhi Hotels To Function As Coronavirus Quarantine Centres

Two more Delhi government hospitals have been declared as COVID-19-dedicated facilities, according to an official order on Friday.

F-35 costs falling, Pentagon estimates indicate

May 29 (UPI) -- Acquisition of F-35 fighter planes will be less expensive, with development and procurement costs down 7.1 percent, a Defense Department assessment indicates.

Man suffers cut throat in broken bottle attack at Hyson Green Market

Police are appealing for witnesses

Court remands man for alleged murder of footballer, Kazeem, in Ogun

Ogun Court sitting ordered the remand of Ogunsoro Niyi in police custody for allegedly causing the death of a footballer, Tiamiyu Kazeem.

India weeds out 27 highly toxic pesticides

Decades of lobbying by rights activists and environmentalists to ban hazardous pesticides in India that are prohibited elsewhere in the world appear to be making progress following a 14 May government ...

20 more positive cases of COVID-19 reported in Ladakh

Twenty more positive cases of COVID-19 were reported in Ladakh on Friday, taking the total number of positive cases in the union territory to seventy

Schools may remain closed beyond June 4 - Magoha

The decision on reopening schools, Magoha said, will be guided by data and evidence provided by the Helath ministry.

HC reconstitutes bench hearing Covid pleas

Bench of J B Pardiwala and I J Vora that heard suo motu petition and other pleas on Covid-19 pandemic has been restructured. The bench of Chief Justice Vikram N

Panic at PMC as data error turns COVID-19 negative clerk into positive case

Cops had been calling the disaster mgmt cell employee for days, leaving him confused

Armada: Removal of Dr Mahathir and co invalid and illegal

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The Youth wing (Armada) of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) has come out to denounce the removal of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and four other MPs from the party, calling the move invalid and not based on the party’s constitution. A statement issued last night...

NIA files chargesheet in Purnea fake currency case

The National Investigation Agency has filed a chargesheet in connection with a fake currency case, reported at Purnea, Bihar.The case relates to the recovery of fake currency having a total face value of Rs 1,90,500.

Rajeev Chandrasekhar highlights problems of women entrepreneurs in letter to FM

In the midst of the coronavirus outbreak, Member of Parliament, Rajeev Chandrasekhar has written to Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman pointing out the challenges that the Women Entrepreneurs are facing.

Black Men Deserve Greater Constitutional Protection

The death of George Floyd is another reminder that the courts do not give enough protection to black men against police abuse.

Panic Grips Residents of Indian City of Meerut as Monkeys Steal COVID-19 Blood Samples - Video

New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been under a lockdown since March due to the fear of COVID-19 spread. As the restrictions are easing in their fourth phase, India’s...

Japan's consumer mood higher in May but still 'extremely severe': government

Japan's consumer mood higher in May but still 'extremely severe': government

‘You’re going to die, it’s a trap’ – Julius Malema slams South Africa’s decision to open churches

Julius Malema on Thursday harshly criticized the decision of the South African government to reopen religious institutions,

School announces it will not reopen this term due to safety fears

'It is clear that the risk and potential harms far outweigh the benefits of reopening'

Changes to road layouts being 'considered' in Walsall to help social distancing

Council bosses in Walsall are "carefully considering" measures to make social distancing easier for pedestrians, including widening pavements.

Govt. Orders no oral test for posts up to Pay Level 5

JAMMU, May 28: As per a notification issued here today by the Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, in exercise of powers conferred by proviso to Article 309 of Constitution of India and in supersession of all rules/orders on the subject has directed that there shall be no oral test for posts upto and including Pay Level 5 (Rs.29200-92300) and the selection for all such posts shall be made on the basis of written test only with further stipulation that trade test/skill test wherever prescribed shall continue to be held as per the relevant recruitment rules.This notification shall also apply to such of the selections undertaken by the recruiting agency where the written test has not been conducted on the date of publication of this notification: provided that the procedure for selection for all posts for which test has already been conducted by the recruiting agencies shall continue to be governed by the rules/orders in force on the date of advertisement.

'No oral test for posts up to pay level 5'

J&K government has directed that there shall be no oral test for posts up to and including Pay Level 5 (Rs 29,200-92,300) and the selection for all

Toronto police union says charges cops pushed woman from balcony are "unfounded"

According to reports, as many as eight officers responded to a call from Regis Korchinski-Paquet's mother to what police describe as an “assault”

Bill to Ban Seclusion and Face-Down Restraints in Illinois Schools Gets Sidelined After Pushback From Administrators

After months of debate, lawmakers did not vote on a bill that would have banned the use of seclusion and restraint in Illinois schools. Administrators argued meeting with families for each incident…

New record high: PH confirms 1,046 more coronavirus cases

The Philippines has 16,634 coronavirus cases as of Friday, May 29

Keir Starmer opens up clear lead over Boris Johnson in public approval

Those who approve of the Labour leader's performance include more than one in four Conservative voters.

The Week In Russia: Pens, Polls, And A Glaring Exception To Putin’s Rule

Putin tosses a pen -- and state media outlets pick it up. The murky story of Ramzan Kadyrov’s illness underscores the compromises the Kremlin has made with the Chechen leader. Russia arrests journalists at home and lashes out at Western media over reports on the COVID-19 numbers and the president’s poll ratings. A dogged activist dies at 66 after spending part of the past decade behind bars.

George Floyd and Derek Chauvin worked security together at a restaurant for at least a year, owner says

Before Derek Chauvin was filmed kneeling on George Floyd's neck on a Minneapolis street, they worked together at a nightclub not far from where the incident happened. Chauvin was fired as a Minneapolis police officer after he held Floyd down as Floyd protested "I can't breathe." Protests have since broken out around the 3rd Minneapolis Police Precinct — which is just a block away from the El Nuevo Rodeo restaurant and dance club where Chauvin and Floyd once worked security. Maya Santamaria, who sold El Nuevo Rodeo a few months ago, tells Minneapolis ABC affiliate KSTP that Chauvin "was our off-duty police for almost the entirety of the 17 years that we were open." Floyd also worked at the club for around a year, but as a bouncer, Santamaria said. However, the two men were unlikely to have recognized each other because "Chauvin worked outside and the security guards were inside," Santamaria continued. Maya Santamaria, a business owner, says both Derek Chauvin and George Floyd worked at her South Side nightclub;…

George Floyd and Derek Chauvin worked security together at a restaurant for at least a year, owner says

Before Derek Chauvin was filmed kneeling on George Floyd's neck on a Minneapolis street, they worked together at a nightclub not far from where the incident happened.Chauvin was fired as a Minneapolis police officer after he held Floyd down as Floyd protested "I can't breathe." Protests

Dam Catastrophes Can Be Prevented

Crumbling infrastructure puts communities at risk. A disaster in Michigan shows what’s at stake.

Enugu and the build-up to 2023

BY ONAH NWOBETA Enugu state has stood out as one of the most peaceful and stable states in the country since the return to democracy in 1999. This rare characteristic

Over 96,000 COVID-19 tests yet to be processed in SA - Health dept

The department said this was the result of a lack of extraction kits as demand for testing increased globally.

Half of people failed to recognise Covid-19 symptoms and understood need to self-isolate

Almost half of people failed to recognise Covid-19 symptoms, in a controlled experiment conducted by the ESRI.

Nigeria yet to receive ventilators from US — a month after Trump’s promise

The federal government says it is yet to receive ventilators from the US.

Police probe claims mum-of-two died after hospital gave her paracetamol overdose by accident and ‘didn’t tell family’

A POLICE probe has been launched over claims a mum-of-two died after NHS hospital doctors gave her a paracetamol overdose by accident and did not tell her family. Laura Higginson, 30, died during t…

Government seeks new deal with private hospitals

The Cabinet has agreed the current deal with private hospitals will not be extended beyond the end of June.

Public toilets in parks to start reopening this weekend; Ontario considering regional approach to reopening in stage 2 as testing expands

Follow the latest Toronto news on coronavirus

Coronavirus in Kalyan-Dombivli: Jain temple in Dombivli organises religious event, violates lockdown

CBI launches probe against Maulana Saad in foreign funding matter

CBI is probing matters related to foreign funding and alleged Hawala links against Saad.

Govt must not lose OFWs’ trust, faith

"The aggravation makes no sense at all to me. It’s double jeopardy."   It’s been five days since President Duterte issued yet again another ultimatum – this time for the release of thousands of repatriated overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from quarantine in Metro Manila and the suburbs.

Finance secretary urges BRICS nations to share covid-19 related tax measures

Since March, the government slew of measures to help the industry tide through the covid-19 crisis, including deferring several compliance requirements.The meeting of the heads of tax authorities from five large emerging economies of the world on Friday was hosted by the Federal Tax Service of Russia

Ahmedabad BJP chief tests positive; state tally at 15,593

The state overall reported 361 cases on Thursday and 19 died, of which 16 were in Ahmedabad, taking the death toll in the state to 964. The state tally stands at 15,593.

Rising Up To The Challenge: How Indian Railways Has Become PPE Self-Reliant

Indian Railways is now manufacturing its own high-quality PPEs and other protective gear at affordable cost.

Boris Johnson may learn that wars don’t always make leaders popular

The British prime minister wants to be a Churchill but is looking more like George W. Bush.

Spanish dig unearths human remains in hunt for Irish rebel lord

VALLADOLID, Spain (Reuters) - Spanish archaeologists may have uncovered the final resting place of an Irish nobleman whose bloody 16th-century rebellion almost toppled Ireland’s English rulers.

Does Centre have unfettered powers to impose conditions on states borrowing money?

States can now borrow 2% more funds as long as they meet certain conditions – including abiding by the ‘One Nation One Ration Card’ scheme.

Coronavirus Scotland: Puppy farm dealer snared at Scots port with 13 tiny pups as one dog put to sleep

A PUPPY farm dealer was snared at a Scottish port with 13 tiny pups – with one of the dogs having to be put down. Now bosses at the Scottish SPCA are urging the public not to buy animals onli…

13 puppies 'bred in horrendous circumstances' rescued by animal welfare charity

Scotland's animal welfare charity has rescued 13 puppies from an illegal dealer at Cairnryan Port in Dumfries and Galloway.

‘Dinner meeting’ of Karnataka BJP MLAs sets alarm bells ringing in party

The impending elections to the Rajya Sabha and the Legislative Council in June seem to be the triggers that have brought the politicking back.

COVID-19: today's numbers

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of May 29:

Breaking: Andhra High Court orders govt to continue Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar as SEC

In a major blow to the government of Andhra Pradesh government, the High Court on Friday has delivered as sensational verdict on former State Election Commissioner Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar's case.

Tipperary TD claims rural drivers are being left behind

Rural Drivers continue to be left behind- McGrath   Independent TD Mattie McGrath has described as outrageous the failures of the Minister for Transport and the RSA to resume essential services i...

COVID-19: Pakistan’s largest religious education board hints at resuming teaching activities

Wafaq-ul-Madaris Al-Arabia Pakistan says admissions for the new academic year would start from June 2

Education Minister Dipu Moni to announce SSC results on Facebook Sunday

Education Minister Dipu Moni will discuss the different aspects of this year's SSC and equivalent examinations in a live stream on Facebook amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

18 new Covid containment zones in G’gram

The number of containment zones in the district has increased to 63 from 45 on Thursday with new additions in the Gurugram district. The district administration added 18 areas in the district to the revised list of containment zones, while Dev Jewellery Shop, Ashok Vihar, Nandi Dham, Chhotu Ram

Tobacco industry pushing products that limit ability to fight Covid-19: WHO

WHO said that the tobacco industry has offered free branded masks and delivery to your door during quarantine and has lobbied for their products to be listed as ‘essential’.WHO launched a new kit for school students aged 13-17 to alert them of tobacco industry tactics

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

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

Coronavirus crisis could fuel the rise of terrorist organisations in Asia and Africa

In the face of rising unemployment and food scarcity, these groups may step in to fill the void left by governments.

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.

NAB summons Shehbaz on June 2

ISLAMABAD: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has summoned Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Shehbaz Sharif on June 2 in his individual capacity to take the ongoing investigations/

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.

Report says Nigerians lack protein as rice, eba, amala top food consumption list

The latest Nigeria Protein Deficiency Report has said the country’s citizens consumption of carbohydrate was 91% while protein consumption stands at 53%. The report from a national survey, which was designed to empirically determine the current status and dimensions of protein deficiency in Nigeria, sheds light on food consumption patterns among Nigerians. According to the […]

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,...

Bahrain police arrest man who claimed COVID-19 is a hoax

Man belittled measures taken by government in combatting coronavirus

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

Saudi Arabia to organize virtual donors conference for Yemen on Tuesday

Under the direction of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman, Saudi Arabia is organizing a virtual donors conference for Yemen on Tuesday in partnership with the United Nations to increase awareness of the humanitarian crisis in Yemen and to announce financial pledges to meet the country’s basic needs.

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..

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.

Three feared killed, 15 injured in Anambra communal clash

No fewer than three persons have been reportedly killed and 15 others injured in a land tussle between Urum and Achalla communities in Awka...

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

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.

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...

‘New normal’ aims to keep economy running: Minister

The government said on Thursday that it needed to implement the so-called “new normal” to keep the economy running while maintaining restrictions to contain the spread of COVID-19.

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.

Rising waters close launches

Rising lake levels have forced the closure of all boat launches at the north end of Kalamalka Lake.

Coldstream closes boat launches on Kalamalka Lake due to high water

Due to continuously rising water levels in Kalamalka Lake, the District of Coldstream has closed all its boat launches.The District of Coldstream announced

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.

Rights Court Tells Armenian Judges to Take New Look at Ex-President’s Case

The European Court of Human Rights issued its second-ever advisory opinion Friday in the prosecution of a former Armenian president, saying a national court should decide whether the law he is charged under is more severe than the one it replaced.

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...

Expo body formally approves one-year delay to Expo 2020 Dubai

Expo Dubai will now start in October 2021

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.

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

‘Wicked and unrepentant’ paedophile, 78, who raped and sexually abused two girls dies of cancer in jail

FORMER soldier Roger Lee, 78, passed away in a hospice days after being transferred from Risley jail, in Cheshire. He had been suffering from cancer. His death is not being treated as coronavirus related.

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

Emergency law could let health agency track phones to monitor virus spread

The national health institute RIVM is set to be authorized to make use of anonymized data from telecom providers in order to determine whether or not Covid-19 measures should be relaxed, a temporary

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.

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.