In white Adirondacks, racism may be toughest hill to climb

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (AP) — Nicole Hylton-Patterson moved to the Adirondack Mountains to help make this vast, and overwhelmingly white, region more welcoming to people who, like her, are Black. The job has not been easy. While the death of...

Ladakh BJP MP Tests Positive For COVID-19

BJP leader and Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal tested positive for coronavirus on Monday on a day he took part in a series of activities, including a 25-km cycling event led by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju.

Kolkata Metro Resumes Operations After 176-Day Hiatus: Only Smart Cards Allowed, No Services On Sundays

Officials said that 110 trains will be operated on the North-South line every day, except Sundays when the services will be shut for sanitisation of rakes and stations.

Kolkata Metro resumes services after 176-day hiatus

KOLKATA: The Kolkata Metro Rail resumed its operations on Monday after a hiatus of 176 days due to the Covid-19 pandemic, officials said.The services on the Noapara to Kavi Subhas and Salt Lake Sector-V to Salt Lake Stadium routes will be available b

TikTok Believes Proposal on Technological Partnership With Oracle Will Resolve US' Security Concerns

While the details of the proposed deal remain undisclosed, TikTok's offer to Oracle and the US government does not appear to include the purchase of the video platform...

Andrew Gillum: 5 Things To Know About Former FL Mayor Who Came Out As Bisexual

Get to know Andrew Gillum, the democratic nominee for governor of Florida.

Another 'charismatic' City of Perth mayor could tip WA local government into crisis

One of the biggest issues with the local government system is the election process.

Another 'charismatic' City of Perth mayor could tip WA local government into crisis

One of the biggest issues with the local government system is the election process.

Another 'charismatic' City of Perth mayor could tip WA local government into crisis

One of the biggest issues with the local government system is the election process.

Ontario hospitals alarmed by increase in COVID-19 cases, warn province 'losing ground'

Ontario recorded its highest number of coronavirus infections since early June on Monday as the Ontario Hospital Association warned that the province is 'losing ground' in its battle against COVID-19.

Bihar Assembly Election 2020: Seat tussle continues in NDA, RJD mocks 'Ghar ka Chirag'

LJP President Chirag Paswan is constantly resorting to pressure politics for more seats in NDA. At the same time, he is also targeting CM Nitish Kumar.

NDA candidate Harivansh re-elected Deputy Chair of Rajya Sabha

National Democratic Alliance nominee Harivansh Narayan Singh was re-elected Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha on Monday, as the Opposition did not press for voting though a motion to name Manoj Jha as the opposition candidate was moved.

'The world wants a 24-hour Sydney': Push for entertainment hubs across city

The strategy includes a co-ordinator-general to champion Sydney's nightlife and plans for more night-time hotspots across the city.

Jack Burkman’s Latest Hoax Appears To Be A Faked FBI Raid On His Home

Editor’s note: Fool me once … This story has been rewritten to reflect the increasing evidence that no FBI raid...

Amit Shah in AIIMS for ‘complete checkup’

Amit Shah was earlier admitted to the AIIMS on August 18 for post-Covid care and discharged on August 31 following recovery, hospital authorities had said.

Migrants REFUSE to move into new accommodation on Lesbos and demand to be let into Europe as photos show extensive damage caused when camp was torched over covid rules

Greece has resettled hundreds of migrants in a temporary new tent facility and hopes to have moved all of them this week, government officials said on Monday.

Delta latest airlines to raise funds through loyalty program

Delta Air Lines will use its frequent flyer program to back up $6.5 billion in funding as the pandemic continues to buffet air travel.

Ondo election: Primate Ayodele says Akeredolu will be betrayed by APC members

Primate Elijah Ayodele has predicted that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu will be betrayed by some members of the his camp in APC who will later back Agboola Ajayi.

Ondo election: Agboola denies report he's cash-strapped

Agboola Ajayi, Ondo deputy governor, said the rumours that he is cash-strapped is being peddled by members of the opposition party working for Rotimi Akeredolu.

Microsoft out of race to purchase TikTok as US ban draws near

Oracle reported as being the controversial app's new 'trusted tech partner'.

3 cases of attempted rape against minors registered in the last 24 hours in Faisalabad

Victims include a nine-year-old boy and girls aged four and 15.

3 more cases of sexual assault on minors in 24 hours

FAISLABAD: In the last 24 hours, three more cases of rape invovling children have been filed in the past 24 hours in different police stations in Faislabad.According to City Tandianwala police sta

Brexit live: MPs debate Boris Johnson's Brexit Bill

Boris Johnson's Brexit legislation is set to be debated in the Commons later today amid an ongoing Tory rebellion over the Bill.

US envoy lauds Pakistan's role in Afghan peace talks process

ISLAMABAD — The U.S. peace envoy for Afghanistan was in Pakistan on Monday to express his gratitude for Islamabad’s role in helping launch the much-awaited negotiations between the Taliban and Afghan representatives, the Pakistani military said.

CBP Seizes Batch of 'Counterfeit AirPods' That Appear to Just Be Legit OnePlus Buds

“THAT’S NOT AN 🍎,” U.S. Customs and Border Protection tweeted on Sunday night. The federal agency was crowing about its latest bust and claiming it had “seized 2,000 counterfeit Apple AirPods from Hong Kong,” estimated to have carried a retail value of $398,000. The only problem is that the CBP shared photos of perfectly normal OnePlus Buds as evidence of the tactical-seizure-can-of-whoop-ass that it just opened on tech counterfeiters. By all appearances, CBP forgot that Apple isn’t the only company making sleek white wireless earbuds.

BREAKING: Gunmen murder Council Director in Ekiti

Palpable tension has gripped residents of Odo Ado Area of Ado-Ekiti, the state capital following the killing of a Director in the Ekiti State Local...

Unknown gunmen kill LG director in Ekiti

A Director in the Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission, Mr. David Jejelowo was shot dead by unknown gunmen

Chicago police officers targeted '5 times' more than years prior as crime surge continues, superintendent says

Dozens of Chicago police officers have been shot or shot at so far this year -- including as recently as this weekend -- when the Illinois city saw 35 shootings and at least 10 murders through Sunday, officials said Monday.

Centre asks 500 big firms to clear MSME dues fast; govt pays up Rs 10,000 crore

In e-letters sent out to top bosses of the big companies, the Ministry of MSME headed by Nitin Gadkari has said that payment of past dues is very important for MSMEs' survival

MSME Ministry urges corporates to clear sector’s dues

"Ministry has written e-letters to the owners, CMDs or top executives of these five hundred corporates. While conveying its support and solidarity in these difficult times, Ministry has strongly taken up the issue of pending payments of MSMEs."

IGP deploys 31,000 policemen for Edo election

The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, on Monday, disclosed that no fewer than 31,000 personnel have been deployed for the governorship election in Edo State.Adamu disclosed this at a...

Police deploy 31,000 personnel for Edo election –Inspector-General of Police

Adamu disclosed this at a stakeholders meeting organised by the Independent National Electoral Commission in Benin ahead of the governorship election holding on Sept. 19.

Pasadena police seek possible link between 7 overdose cases reported within 24 hours

The Pasadena Police Department is sounding the alarm after officers responded to six different calls related to overdoses within a 24-hour span.

G20 leaders urged to act over Saudi detentions as summit approaches

Human rights group says governments must threaten to boycott Riyadh conference

Charles Bissue destroying Tarkwa NPP, sack him now' - Angry supporters to Akufo-Addo

The Presidential Staffer and Western Regional Secretary of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Charles Bissue has been accused of destroying the Tarkwa-Nsuaem NPP.

Edo governorship: PDP claims Tinubu, APC plan to buy votes with N300m

PDP accused Bola Tinubu and other chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of planning to spend N300m in buying votes during the Edo governorship poll.

N.B. elections chief likens pandemic voting to grocery shopping

As New Brunswickers head to the polls in a snap provincial election on Monday, the province’s chief electoral officer tells CTV’s Your Morning that voters can expect a masked, distanced, sanitized experience similar to visiting a grocery store.

Donald Trump Is Losing To Joe Biden On ‘Mental Soundness,’ Fox News Poll Says

A Fox News poll released on Sunday showed Donald Trump losing to Joe Biden on the issue of “mental soundness,” Raw Story reported. In particular, 51 percent of likely voters surveyed said ...

EUCO President Highlights Value of Iran Ties

President of the European Council Charles Michel stressed the importance of the European Union’s relations with Iran during a ceremony to receive the new Iranian envoy’s credentials on Saturday.

Delhi High Court rejects RSSB chief Gurinder Singh Dhillon's application seeking exemption on ITR filing

The Delhi High court had earlier asked Dhillon and his family members to file ITRs following his denial of any liability towards RHC Holdings Pvt Ltd., promoted by brothers Malvinder and Shivinder Singh

Cruz Dismisses Possible SCOTUS Appointment -- 'I Want to Stay Fighting Right Where I Am in the U.S. Senate'

During an appearance on this week's broadcast of Fox News Channel's "Sunday Morning Futures," Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) downplayed being on President Donald Trump's shortlist of potential future Supreme Court nominees. | Clips

‘I fully believe that Umar Khalid will be hanged’: BJP’s Kapil Mishra reacts to activist’s arrest

Mishra had made an incendiary speech targeting anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protestors before the violence broke out in North East Delhi on February 23.

Mossad chief: Great excitement, this is an exciting trip - Inside Israel

Before taking off for Washington, Mossad chief speaks about the contacts on peace with other countries.

Netanyahu takes off for Washington - Inside Israel

PM and his family making their way to Washington, DC, for signing ceremony of the peace agreements between Israel and the UAE.

MPs: 'Follow the rules for all our sakes'

People in the Black Country and Staffordshire were today urged to follow the new coronavirus restrictions to help control the virus and avoid local lockdowns.

Doctors warn new UK coronavirus peak 'inevitable' unless Test and Trace chaos ends

EXCLUSIVE: Medics have warned of a second Covid-19 peak within months unless the Prime Minister sorts out his Test and Trace fiasco - it comes as ministers consider telling 4.5 million at high risk to shield at home as cases rise

Maratha quota: Ordinance route will be checked, says Thorat

"Our prayer was for referring the case to a larger bench, how come such an order was passed? Hence, we are a bit concerned," he added.

Edo 2020: Senate committee on INEC warns against violence

Its chairman, Sen Kabiru Gaya, handed down the warning when the committee visited the commission’s office in Benin.

Israel to enter tough, 3-week lockdown from Friday after bungled reopening

If the Israeli public viewed the original lockdown in March as a health imperative, then the upcoming one is seen as the consequence of a government fiasco.

Rohit Pawar tells Chirag Paswan to focus on reducing crimes in Bihar

LJP chief sought President’s Rule in Maharashtra

Rohit Pawar's scathing reply to Chirag Paswan for criticising Maharashtra

NCP leader Rohit Pawar has launched a scathing attack on Lok Janshakti Party national president Chirag Paswan for demanding President's Rule in Maharashtra and reminded him of the rising crimes in Bihar.

Chinese officials directly involved in espionage conspiracy: Government sources

The espionage conspiracy by Shenzen-based company, Zhenhua Data Information Technology Co. Limited, is understood to have been done by this Chinese firm with the Chinese government's support.

President Trump agrees to let Joe Rogan moderate four-hour debate with Joe Biden

Joe Rogan moderate 2020 presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden has garnered support from the commander in chief.

Business Advisory Committee meet today to decide on House debate on border row

LS Speaker Om Birla on Monday disallowed some notices from Opposition MPs seeking an adjournment motion to discuss the deepening border row with China.

Police desperate to identify woman dragged along by car in serious 'hit and run'

The woman was dragged along Strathmore Avenue in Harehills, Leeds by a silver Vauxhall Astra earlier today and police are now trying to identify her to tell her family

The powerlessness of positive thinking: Coronavirus optimism has hurt Trump

Veteran journalist Bob Woodward’s forthcoming book Rage has triggered a debate over how President Trump publicly talks about the coronavirus — which, aside from his descriptions of China’s role in the pandemic, has often been characterized more by optimistic pronouncements than rage.

Six former Madras HC judges defend actor Suriya, urge Chief Justice to drop contempt proceedings

The actor in a statement on his Twitter page had remarked that the courts were rendering justice by holding virtual proceedings. However, they want students to take the NEET exam without any fear.

Six former judges, 25 lawyers write to Chief Justice not to initiate contempt proceedings against actor Suriya

The former judges said, “Actor’s “over reaction” should not be taken seriously and out of context.”

"Tamil-Speaking People Are Proud": P Chidambaram On Hindi Diwas

Congress leader P Chidambaram tweeted on the occasion of Hindi Diwas today - in Tamil, English and Hindi, and said he "rejoice(d) with Hindi-speaking people" celebrating the language

Anti-CAA Delhi Riots 2020: Umar Khalid arrested under UAPA by Delhi Police after being grilled for 11 hours

Last minute surge in demand for online learning poses challenge at some Ontario school boards

Some Ontario school boards are delaying the start of virtual learning due to a growing demand for online education in the run-up to back-to-school.

Delayed start for online classes as demand grows in some Ontario school boards

Some Ontario school boards are delaying the start of virtual learning due to a growing demand for online education in the run-up to back-to-school.

Some Ontario school boards delay start of virtual learning amid increasing demand

A few Ontario school boards have delayed the start of virtual learning amid a recent increase in demand for online education.

Michigan Lt. Guv Torches Trump As A ‘Liar Who Has Killed People, Straight Up’

Michigan Lieutenant Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II (D) flayed President Donald Trump and his sluggish response to the COVID-19 pandemic over the...

Man's body found at Trimpley Reservoir

A man's body has been found at a reservoir near Bewdley.

Trump Issues Expansive Order Aimed at Lowering Drug Prices

The order expands on a presidential promise by trying to reduce the prices Medicare pays for prescription drugs, but experts said it was unclear whether the White House could carry out the directive.

Virginia Politician Accused of Rape Now Running for Governor

Virginia Lt. Governor Justin Fairfax announced his plans to run for the head of the Commonwealth on Saturday, hoping to take over for fellow Democrat Ralph Northam whose term expires

UP first state to conduct over 75 lakh Covid tests

Uttar Pradesh became the first state in the country to conduct 75 lakh Covid tests with an average of around 1.50 lakh tests per day even as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath fixed a target of two lakh tests per day by September-end. The government officials also claimed that UP was at the fifth

As Parliament convenes, Modi braces for grilling on handling of Covid

Opposition looks to corner government on China army’s incursion in Ladakh

Lukashenka Meets Putin As He Seeks Backing After Weeks Of Protests

Belarusian President Alyaksandr Lukashenka and Russian President Vladimir Putin have started their first face-to-face talks since a wave of demonstrations demanding Lukashenka's resignation erupted following his disputed reelection last month.

Massive package to revive JK’s ailing economy in offing, announcement within week: LG Manoj Sinha

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

Budgetary allocation for development work in J&K villages

“The aim is to make every village in J&K a model village,” says Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha

Democrats investigating Trump officials' alleged meddling with CDC coronavirus reports

The move follows reports showing aides to President Donald Trump "sought to help him downplay the risks of the coronavirus crisis by attempting to alter, delay, and block critical scientific reports from CDC." 

RCMP investigating after Sea to Sky gondola line cut for the second time

Line was cut previously in August 2019

Cable of Sea-to-Sky gondola cut again

The cable of the Sea to Sky Gondola was cut again Sept. 14, causing it to fall from the sky and crash into the mountain.RCMP were called to investigate at a

Some tall leaders of Karnataka BJP consumed opium: Congress MLC

Congress MLC B K Hariprasad has said that some “tall” leaders of the BJP were not stepping out of their houses without consuming opium. Speaking to reporters here on Sunday, Hariprasad said that both

Chinese military calls US biggest threat to world peace

Beijing: China's Defence Ministry on Sunday blasted a critical US report on the country's military ambitions, saying it is the US instead that poses the biggest threat to the international order and world peace.The statement follows the September 2 r

Cases continue to spike in Mumbai, other parts of Maharashtra

Video of Police Officers Detaining Reporter Covering Protests Draws Backlash

The arrest of KPCC radio and LAist reporter, Josie Huang, comes after two LA County Sheriff deputies were shot on Saturday in what was described by police as an "ambush...

Trump Claims He’s Not Subject To State Laws Limiting Indoor Events Over Coronavirus

The president also said he is ‘not at all concerned’ about getting coronavirus at a crowded indoor rally like the one he hosted in Nevada on Sunday.

Navalny Allies Win Seats In Siberian City As Ruling Party Claims Sweeping Victory In Local Polls

Two allies of stricken Kremlin critic Aleksei Navalny are expected to have won local parliamentary seats in the Siberian city of Tomsk when results are released on September 14 for a variety of regional and local elections across the country that the ruling United Russia party likely dominated.

Pakistan May Consider Holding Late-Stage Clinical Trials of Russian COVID-19 Vaccine - Foreign Minister

MOSCOW (Sputnik), Valentina Shvartsman - Pakistan's health ministry is reviewing a Russian offer of supplies of the COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V, and will consider...

BJP renews demand for CBI probe into scams in ADCs

SHILLONG: BJP on Sunday upped the ante on its demand for CBI probe into misuse of central grants by district councils defying NPP's challenge to the saffron party to quit the coalition.State BJP president, Ernest Mawrie said that being in the opposit

Two teenagers injured after gangs with weapons brawl in Glasgow street

TWO teenagers have been left injured after gangs brawled with weapons on Glasgow street. Cops swooped on Aberfeldy Street, near Walter Street, in the Haghill area at 5.40pm yesterday on Sunday, Sep…

Hunting in England exempt from 'rule of six' Covid-19 restrictions

List of exempt physical activities includes football, rugby, cricket and hockey among others

Yoshihide Suga: From cardboard factory worker to leader of Japan

Japan's governing party members have elected Yoshihide Suga as its new leader, making him all but certain to become the country's next prime minister.

Prashant Bhushan files review plea against SC’s contempt judgement after paying Re 1 fine

Bhushan said that the contributions he had received from various quarters across the country towards the token fine will go into building a ‘truth fund’.

India-China tensions: Despite disengagement talks between foreign ministers, situation remains unchanged at LAC

The 5-point joint statement after the meet between S Jaishankar and Wang Yi called on border troops of both sides to continue "dialogue, quickly disengage, maintain proper distance and ease tensions."

'Deployment of SFF has upset China immensely'

'Deployment of SFF has upset China immensely'. 'China is concerned about its impact within Tibet.'

Kevin Maguire: Brexit lies prove Boris Johnson puts the 'con' in Conservatives

Our columnist says that our Prime Minister has shown complete disregard for our country with his Brexit deal rule breaking, and it is proof that he is unfit to hold a position of high power

Edo election: Primate Ayodele says Obaseki will win unless there is manipulation

Primate Elijah Ayodele has predicted that Governor Godwin Obaseki will win the Edo governorship election should there not be manipulation for Ize-Iyamu of APC.

Hope Parliament sends message that country stands behind soldiers guarding borders, says PM Modi

Referring to the COVID pandemic, he said MPs have chosen the path of their duty and added that all precautions will be taken.

Hope Parliament sends message that country stands behind soldiers guarding borders: PM Modi

In his remarks to media before the commencement of Parliament's monsoon session, Modi noted, in an apparent reference to the ongoing border row with China in Ladakh, that Indian soldiers are bravely discharging their duties while standing guard in difficult hilly terrains with snowfall expected in the coming days and weeks.

Drugs consumed in Bengaluru night clubs, not casinos: HD Kumaraswamy

The CCB is probing the involvement of Sri Lanka-based casinos owned by Bengaluru businessmen in connection with the drug trade in Karnataka.

Tammy Bruce: Netflix's 'Cuties' is soft-core kiddie porn it’s not 'commentary' on dangers girls face

Netflix's 'Cuties' and the strange, smug liberal effort to make it seem as though only conservatives are appalled at this movie is simply not true.

Buhari, Gbajabiamila condole Wamakko over daughter’s death

Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Sunday has expressed sadness over the death of Sadiya, daughter of Senator Aliyu Wamakko. Sadiya died on Thursday...

For Some Strange Reason, Orcas Are Ramming Into Boats in Northern Spain

Although the majority of orcas ignore boats at sea, there are a few in northern Spain that are apparently interested in ramming into them, setting off a string of questions and a bit of apprehension.

Orcas Attacking Ships in Spain Leave Scientists Baffled

It's highly unusual for killer whales to target humans.

Up to €8 million in grants available for B&Bs through Fáilte Ireland

Restart Grant Plus for B&Bs opens for applications

Covid-19 scheme worth €8m to assist B&Bs opens for applications

Owners who do not pay local authority rates will be able to claim grants of up to €4,000

Covid-19 scheme worth €8m to assist B&Bs open for applications

Owners who do not pay local authority rates will be able to claim grants of up to €4,000

Racism row over former Birmingham burlesque club

The owner of a bar looking to open on the site of a former Birmingham burlesque club has accused the police of racism after they objected to the granting of a new licence.

European MPs reject Indian bid to settle Kashmir dispute unilaterally

Issue likened to tinderbox ready to go off any time.

‘Noone can over throw me’, Mnangagwa chides rivals

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has confirmed that there is a plot [...]

‘If you dream being leader of the country, you have had a nightmare’ says ED

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has warned party members from planning to overthrow him adding that he was invincible and such intentions were a "nightmare".

Russia's local elections: Navalny's anti-Kremlin campaigning pays off

Ruling party candidates have swept to victory in almost every regional contest – but the opposition also demonstrated its potential.

WAEC says it would release WASSCE results within 45 days

The West African Examinations Council has disclosed a timeline when it would release results for the 2020 West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Exam.

WAEC Reveals When 2020 WASSCE Results Will Be Released

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has disclosed that results for the just concluded 2020 West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) are expected to be released within 45 days after the exam has ended. This was disclosed by the head of public affairs of WAEC Nigeria, Mr. Demianus Ojijeogu during an interview with […]

No evidence that official told woman whom to vote for: Police

The police have found no evidence to support allegations made in an online post on Polling Day that an election official had told a voter's 80-year-old mother who to vote for. In a statement to The New Paper last Thursday, a police spokesman said the allegation was...

Biden faces worries that Latino support slipping in Florida

MIAMI — Sen. Kamala Harris’ motorcade raced past Colombian neighbourhoods and made a quick stop for takeout in Doral — or “Doral-zuela” as it’s known locally because of its large Venezuelan population — before speeding through the Cuban stronghold of Hialeah.

Fuel hike: NANS dissociates self from planned protest

Azeez Adeyemi, National Public Relations Officer of NANS, disclosed this in a statement in Abeokuta, Ogun State on Sunday.

Today must be start of a new EU-China relationship

For too long we have defined our relationship with China solely on trade, in which Europe mainly regarded China as an interesting export market and low-cost producer.

Edo election litmus test for Buhari’s government, says Labour Party

National leadership of the Labour Party (LP), at the weekend, charged President Muhammadu Buhari to use the Edo State governorship election as a launchpad to his administration’s electoral reform agenda.

BJP to take up removal of slums along tracks

New Delhi: The one-day session of Delhi Assembly on Monday is likely to be stormy as the BJP has decided to "vociferously" raise the issue of removal of 48,000 slum-dwellings along the railway tracks in the national capital following a Supreme Court

Stalking victim retraumatised by slow pace of judicial process

A victim of stalking - who bravely went public to highlight the gap in legislation in Northern Ireland - has criticised the judicial process that has left her without any definite court date for an appeal hearing.

George Floyd to Tamir Rice: Naomi Osaka’s black masks featured these African-Americans

At US Open 2020, Naomi Osaka was seen wearing different black masks throughout the tournament, featuring names of black people. Know about them here

International students call for COVID-19 immigration changes in Toronto

Group is calling on the provincial and federal governments to make post-graduate work permits renewable

The cost of peace: on intra-Afghan talks

Afghanistan should not lose the democratic gains made in the post-Taliban era

Delhi riots: Special cell of police summons Rahul Roy, Saba Dewan

The Delhi Police's Special Cell has summoned short film producer Rahul Roy and documentary filmmaker Saba Dewan for questioning in connection with the northeast Delhi riots, official sources said

Delhi riots: Police summons Rahul Roy, Saba Dewan

It comes a day after police arrested former Jawaharlal Nehru University student leader Umar Khalid under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act(UAPA) for his alleged role in the riots.

China is watching — On list: Chief of Defence Staff; military, science top brass

China is watching: Among the top sleuths on the list are former RAW chief VikramSood; former IB additional director Gurbachan Singh and former deputy director general of Central Economic Intelligence Bureau Kailash Sethi.

China is watching — On list: Chief of Defence Staff; military, science top brass

China is watching: Among the top sleuths on the list are former RAW chief VikramSood; former IB additional director Gurbachan Singh and former deputy director general of Central Economic Intelligence Bureau Kailash Sethi.

Don’t drag APC into Ondo INEC fire outbreak controversy ― Akeredolu

Rotimi Akeredolu has asked the opposition PDP, not to drag his party into the controversy surrounding the inferno that gutted the INEC

Crowd chants ‘lock him up’ after Trump accuses Obama of ‘spying’ on campaign

President Trump once again accused Barack Obama of spying on his 2016 campaign during a rally on Sunday night — prompting chants of “lock him up” from the crowd. “He got caught. We caught

Any use of US military force in Korea impossible without Seoul's consent, Cheong Wa Dae says

Cheong Wa Dae said Monday it is impossible for the United States to use any military force on the Korean Peninsula without South Korea's consent. It was responding to a description in a forthcoming book authored by Bob Woodward, a Washington Post journalist, that the United States had carefully reviewed using nuclear weapons against North Korea in response to its military provocations in 2017. "What we can say...

Mailafia released as supporters besiege DSS office

James Abraham, JosHundreds of supporters of a former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Dr Obadiah Mailafia, on Monday stormed the West of Mines office of the Department of State S...

I Hope It Will Be The Last Time – Mailafia Speaks After Release By DSS

The embattled former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Dr. Obadiah Mailafia has been released by the Department of State Services (DSS). Mailafia honoured a third invitation from the secret police when he showed up in their Jos office in Plateau State on Monday 14th September, Naija News reports. As earlier reported, Mailafia […]

Chinese military calls US biggest threat to world peace

U.S. actions in Iraq, Syria, Libya and other countries over the past two decades have resulted in the deaths of more than 800,000 people and displacement of millions, Defense Ministry spokesman Col. Wu Qian said.

Six charged over historic sex offences at Auckland school

The headmaster of Dilworth School says he is appalled by allegations of historical sexual abuse which have lead to charges against six people...

Algeria blocks social media networks to prevent exam fraud

Algerians were unable to access social media accounts on Sunday as students sat national exams in the North African country where authorities are cracking down on cheating.Social networks suc...

9 ISIS operatives held guilty in what NIA terms as one of its kind case

A special court had held nine more Islamic State operatives guilty in a conspiracy case.

Chhattisgarh coronavirus update: 2,228 COVID-19 cases, 16 deaths recorded

Chhattisgarh reported 2,228 new coronavirus positive cases and 16 more deaths, taking the statewide tally to 63,991 and the toll to 555 on Sunday

At Homeland Security, Anti-Muslim Activist Katharine Gorka Maintained Ties With Islamophobes

Gorka worked on CVE programs, which have faced increased allegations of anti-Muslim bias under Trump, FOIA documents show.

South Africa denies any knowledge of alleged Iranian plot to assassinate US envoy

BEIRUT, LEBANON (5:20 P.M.) – The South African authorities have confirmed that they are not aware that Iran is preparing a plot to assassinate the U.S. ambassador to the country, Lana Marks. A spokesman for the South African Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lunga Ngqengelele, described in a statement by telephone, according to Bloomberg Agency, the American reports on this matter as “surprising” for his country, and the official said: “We learned about this report only this morning.” Nggengele added that South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Naledi Pandor, may issue a statement later.” On Sunday, the American Politico website reported that the Iranian government had planned an attempt to assassinate Marks in response to the U.S. assassination of the Quds Force commander, Qassem Soleimani, on January 3, 2020. The news site quoted an unnamed U.S. government official as saying that the intelligence about the plot, which began to appear in the spring, has become more specific in recent…

Mailafia being held at DSS office in Jos two hours after arrival

Having been invited for the third time in less than two months, the former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria

BREAKING: Mailafia honours third DSS invitation

A Former Deputy Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr Obadiah Mailafia on Monday for the third time honoured the invitation...

Mailafia still being held at DSS office in Jos over two hours after arrival

Having been invited for the third time in less than two months, the former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria Mailafia..

Backlog of 185,000 Covid-19 swabs and tests sent to labs in Italy and Germany

CORONAVIRUS tests are being sent to labs in Italy and Germany amid a backlog of 185,000 swabs.

Miley Cyrus Pushes Young People to Vote for ‘Someone Fit’ for Presidency

Pop superstar Miley Cyrus is pushing young people to participate in the presidential election, appearing to take a subtle dig at President Donald Trump in describing how "crucial" it is to elect "someone fit for the job of running our country."

At least 11 people killed as torrential rains trigger landslide in Nepal

The landslide swept away some 15 houses in Bhirkharka area of Barhabise Rural Municipality in Sindhupalchowk district

'Stagger Journeys, Avoid Peak Hours': Delhi Metro Urges Commuters as it Resumes Services

All corridors of the DMRC network are now operational and the services will follow the pre-coronavirus time schedule - 6 AM to 11 PM.

Companies will take four YEARS to manufacture enough doses of a coronavirus vaccine to protect the world's 7.8billion people, producer warns

Chief executive officer at the Serum Institute of India, Adar Poonawalla, told the Financial Times companies don't have capacity to make enough doses for the entire world before 2024.

Man beaten to death over woman

A Gwanda man has been arrested for allegedly ganging up with two accomplices, who are still at large, and beat up a man to death in a dispute over a woman. Alfred Moyo (21) from Guyu area was not asked to plead when he appeared before Gwanda magistrate, Lerato Nyathi. He was remanded in custody […]

Man killed over woman

A GWANDA man has been arrested for allegedly ganging up with two accomplices, who are still at large, and beat up a man to death in a dispute over a woman. Alfred Moyo (21) from Guyu area was not asked to plead when he appeared before Gwanda magistrate, Ms Lerato Nyathi. He was remanded in custody to September 18. Prosecuting, Ms Ethel Mahachi said on August 10 Moyo met Ntuthuko Nyoni at Guyu Business Centre and accused him of snatching his girlfriend. “Nyoni dismissed the allegations and threatened to stab Moyo with a knife if he continued making them. Moyo later left the business centre and went home. He later returned to the business centre at around 8PM and teamed up with his two friends who are still at large.

DFAT head calls out Chinese ‘bullying’

One of the biggest positives to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic is that its has forced the federal government to grow some cajones and stand up to Chinese Communist Party (CCP) bullying.

25 MPs test positive for coronavirus as Parliament's monsoon session begins

As many 56 people tested positive during the RT-PCR Tests conducted in Parliament complex by September 12, says NDTV.com

Teenager charged over robbery at a shop in Dublin city last night

The incident happened on Dorset Street Lower at around 9pm.

Two men arrested after Dublin shop staff threatened with broken glass bottle during robbery

Two men have been arrested after staff in a Dublin shop were threatened with a broken glass bottle during a robbery.

Virus-Battered Israel to Spend High Holidays in Coronavirus Lockdown

Israel will go on a nationwide lockdown for three weeks over the High Holiday period beginning on the eve of the Jewish New Year on Friday.

1 teen killed, 1 wounded in shooting on Phoenix street

Phoenix police say a teenage boy has died and another was wounded after shots were fired on a street.

Coronavirus Pandemic: Israel enforces three-week lockdown as fresh COVID-19 cases emerge

Macy's unveils plans for televised-only Thanksgiving Day Parade, scraps parade route

New York City will host this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, though the celebration will "not be the same parade we're used to," Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Monday.

CIA: Iran seeks to assassinate US Ambassador to South Africa – report

An assassination of a US ambassador could undermine Trump in [...]

Alert level one as early as next week for NZ outside Auckland

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced New Zealand outside of Auckland could move to alert level one next Monday. In the meantime alert level...

Alert level one as early as next week for NZ outside Auckland

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced New Zealand outside of Auckland could move to alert level one next Monday. In the meantime alert level...

NY lawmakers propose law to prevent Trump from avoiding prosecution

New York lawmakers have proposed the “No Citizen is Above the Law” legislation that would make it harder for President Trump or any other future president to avoid state prosecution if

Ignore Washington: That’s Europe’s China strategy

The EU is right to strengthen its own relationships with Beijing and other Asian governments.

Government is using sedition as an iron hand to curb free speech, says Justice M.B. Lokur

Former SC judge M.B. Lokur's comments came a day after former JNU student leader Umar Khalid was arrested for his alleged involvement in the northeast Delhi riots.

Top news of the day: Centre tells Supreme Court no action will be taken to demolish 48,000 slum clusters in Delhi, 25 MPs test positive for COVID-19 ahead of monsoon session, and more

The major news headlines of the day, and more.

World Coronavirus Dispatch: EU states to pilot Covid-tracing apps

Israel going back to lockdown, UK sets new cap on social gatherings, Refugee camp in Greece burned to the ground and other pandemic-related news across the globe

New Mexico State Police officer shot; Arizona man arrested

Authorities say an Arizona man has been arrested for allegedly shooting and wounding a New Mexico State Police officer.

On This Day: Pope canonizes Elizabeth Ann Seton, first American-born saint

On Sept. 14, 1975, Pope Paul VI canonized Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born saint.

Judge strikes down Pennsylvania’s pandemic restrictions

PITTSBURGH — A federal judge on Monday struck down Gov. Tom Wolf’s pandemic restrictions that required people to stay at home, placed size limits on gatherings and ordered

Judge strikes down Pennsylvania's pandemic restrictions

A federal judge on Monday struck down Gov. Tom Wolf’s pandemic restrictions that required people to stay at home, placed size limits on gatherings and ordered “non-life-sustaining” businesses to shut

Commissioner condemns 'horrible' coronavirus cough attacks on police

The police commissioner for the region has condemned a surge in "horrible" incidents where people spit or cough deliberately at police officers.

Why an endangered Republican Senate majority is targeting Minnesota in 2020

Democratic Sen. Tina Smith is up for reelection in a state Trump has pledged to win this November.

Voice of the Mirror: Boris Johnson shows no trace of doing duty as crisis looms

The Prime Minister is showing himself to be untrustworthy, unprincipled and chronically incapable of telling the truth - he is even haemorrhaging credibility with many of his own supporters

PTI govt must quit over motorway incident: PML-N

Says Lahore CCPO should be replaced for his unbecoming remarks about the rape victim.

BJP worker's body found hanging from tree in Bengal; Party alleges TMC hand

The body of a BJP worker was found hanging from a tree in West Bengal''s Hooghly district on Sunday, police said.

Topshop owner forced to make U-turn after offering staff just 50% of redundancy pay

Arcadia, whose high street brands include Topshop, Topman, and Dorothy Perkins, previously said it was only going to pay some of its employees as little as 50% of their notice pay

Six men in 60s, 70s arrested over alleged indecent assaults at Auckland's Dilworth School | Newshub

Police have already identified 17 victims of alleged indecent assaults.

Numerous Arrests Following Investigation Into Historical Offending At Auckland School

Police have made six arrests as part of an operation investigating historical offending at Dilworth School.

NBA rules: Lawyers sign petition to strip Malami of SAN title

Oladimeji RamonOver 380 lawyers have signed a petition demanding that the Attorney General of the Federation, Mr Abubakar Malami, be stripped of the title of Senior Advocate of Nigeria.The ...

Nigerian lawyers sign petition to strip Malami of SAN rank over controversial amendment

Some Nigerian lawyers have started signing a petition to strip Abubakar Malami, Attorney-General of the Federation, of the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria.

Sydney Swans Player Elijah Taylor Arrested Following ‘Extremely Serious’ Allegations By Ex-GF

Elijah Taylor has been arrested and charged with aggravated unlawful assault occasioning bodily harm.

Ivanka Trump to campaign for father in four states in four days

Ivanka Trump will be hitting the campaign trail for her father this week, visiting four states in as many days, President Trump’s reelection campaign said Monday.

Coronavirus: The Infodemic - September 14

Fake news about the coronavirus can do real harm. Polygraph.info is spotlighting fact-checks from other reliable sources here​.

In exclusive interview, Trump slams Sisolak, defends indoor rally

President Donald Trump told the Review-Journal on Sunday that he did not believe he was subject to an order limiting gatherings to 50 people when he addressed a crowd of thousands at an indoor rall...

NRC raises fares as Lagos-Ogun train service resumes

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced that the Lagos-Ogun Mass Transit train will resume today, September 14, 2020, after five months of suspension.

Mumbai: With recent surge in infections, active cases climb to 156 in Dharavi

On Monday, 156 active cases were reported in the slum-clusters of Dharavi. There have been another 23 cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, according to information shared by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Dharavi's COVID-19 cumulative count is now 2,938 and there have been 2,512 recoveries so far.

Killing: Police arrest 6 suspects in Lagos

The Police Command in Lagos State has arrested six suspects for questioning over the shooting and killing of one Kayode...

Police arrest six suspects for killing in Lagos

The command’s spokesman, SP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said in a statement on Monday that Olorunroba was shot at AVID Sharwama Spot, Alagbado on Friday.

Brexit: David Cameron becomes latest former PM to hit out at Brexit bill

David Cameron today became the fifth former prime minister to speak out about the government’s controversial plan to breach the

Pakistan using underground tunnels to push terrorists, drones to drop arms: J&K DGP

Pakistan is using cross-border underground tunnels to push terrorists into India and drones to drop weapons for them, the chief of Jammu and Kashmir police said Sunday.

Teenager crushes Lagos trader with mother’s car

Samson Folarin An attempt by a 16-year-old boy to test his driving skills with his mother’s car at the Arena Shopping Mall, Oshodi, Lagos State, has cost a life. PUNCH Metro learnt that the victi...

16-Year-Old Boy Crushes Lagos Trader To Death While Testing Driving Skills

One Mrs Tuale Iwejim has been confirmed dead at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi Araba, Surulere, after a young boy who is said to be 16-year-old reportedly crushed her with his parent’s car while testing his driving skills. Naija News understands that the horrible incident happened at the Arena Shopping Mall, Oshodi, Lagos State. […]

More than 70 arrested in Melbourne coronavirus protests

MELBOURNE: Police in Australia's Victoria state arrested 74 people and fined 176 for breaching public health orders as scattered protests against a weeks-long coronavirus lockdown continued for a second straight day across Melbourne. A riot squad marched through the stalls...

Uzbekistan, Switzerland Reach Agreement On Returning Funds Seized From Karimova

Switzerland and Uzbekistan have reached an agreement on returning more than $130 million to Tashkent that was seized in connection with criminal proceedings against Gulnara Karimova, the oldest daughter of late President Islam Karimov.

Foreign minister reiterates Taiwan's readiness to help virus-stricken nations

Joseph Wu once again questions UN’s refusal to include Taiwan despite its pandemic success

'We're Probably Entitled to Another Four': Trump Mulls Running for Third Term Over 'Witch Hunts'

Trump repeatedly blasted numerous investigations into his election campaign and subsequent actions as the US president, calling them "witch hunts" that prevent him from...

Exams in Telangana not so NEET

Sudden change in exam centre leaves students in turmoil

Govt plans to build Zojila-like tunnel to Ladakh

Govt plans to build Zojila-like tunnel to Ladakh. The tunnel would reduce the travel time to the Ladakh region by 15-20 per cent and would come up close to the Atal tunnel near Rohtang Pass, reports Megha Manchanda.

Covid-19 update: Only 20 Covid-19 deaths reported, with 1,579 new cases identified

The total number of recoveries is 577,906 which translates 88,9%.

'Matoshree is God': Shiv Sena's Anil Parab hits out at ex-navy officer, says 'he has no right to badmouth us'

Armed forces kill terrorist commander Ihsan Sanray, three others, in 'breakthrough' operation

Ihsanullah recently carried out terrorist attacks in Shaktu which led to the martyrdom of several soldiers as well as officers.

Formula 1 Driver Lewis Hamilton Wears 'Arrest the Cops Who Killed Breonna Taylor' Shirt

British Formula One racing driver Lewis Hamilton on Sunday wore a T-shirt demanding the arrest of American police officers.

Obasanjo, others made things worse for President Buhari, says Balarabe Musa

A former governor of old Kaduna state, Balarabe Musa, has said former President Olusegun Obasanjo contributed to the system that made Nigeria worse for Buhari.

Lok Sabha deletes Trinamool MP’s ‘personal comment’ about Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Saugata Roy implied that India’s economic condition had increased Sitharaman’s worries.

Mnuchin Says More Stimulus Needed, Don't Worry About The Deficit

“Now is not the time to worry about shrinking the deficit or shrinking the Fed balance sheet,” the Treasury Secretary said Monday.

Search resumes in Nepalese villages after deadly landslide

At least 11 people have been killed.

When COVID-19 ends, these are the places you want to invest

The pandemic has taken Wall Street and investors on a roller-coaster ride this year. But what happens when it ends? Here are the sectors that strategists at...

US Defends Sanctions Against Iran at Top UN Court

The United States argued before the United Nations’ highest court Monday that a 1955 treaty with Iran doesn’t prevent the Trump administration from reimposing sanctions on the Middle Eastern countr…

Lancaster, PA: Bodycam Footage Shows Suspect Lunge at Cop with Knife

Newly released bodycam footage allegedly shows an officer of the Lancaster Bureau of Police shooting Ricardo Munoz on Sunday afternoon.

Lucknow load adds to worries

Till now, 39,188 people have tested positive in Lucknow – nearly double than the second most-hit district Kanpur Nagar. Out of the 39,188 infected people, 29,117 have recovered, 516 died, and 9,555 are still recovering.

Rise in hospitalizations similar to 'early days' of pandemic, head of UHN warns

The head of the university Health Network is expressing concern about a rise in hospitalizations related to COVID-19 that he says is starting to remind him of “the early days” of the first wave of the virus.

Delhi violence: Eight more retired IPS officers join Julio Ribeiro in questioning ‘flawed probe’

The People’s Union for Civil Liberties also wrote to the Delhi Police Commissioner, condemning the allegedly ‘motivated and malicious’ investigation.

Conor McGregor's yacht raided by police in front of fiancee and two young children

McGregor was arrested after allegedly exposing himself to a young married woman in a bar after a heavy drinking session

India's August WPI up at 0.16%, Riding on High Food, Fuel Prices

On sequential level, India's annual rate of inflation based on wholesale prices rose to 0.16 per cent in August from (-) 0.58 per cent in July.

More than 350 motorists caught drink driving by police during lockdown

Despite pubs being closed and rules warning people to stay at home, more than 350 motorists were caught drink driving by the region's police during lockdown.

IBM pushes for US to limit facial recognition system exports

Big Blue fears human rights violations and mass surveillance.

Oracle’s TikTok deal accomplishes nothing

We’re right back where we started.

Pune-Solapur Highway: Traffic cop climbs onto moving tanker after driver falls unconscious, averts major mishap

Manoj Patil, Superintendent of Police, Solapur Rural, said the tanker would have kept moving had Chaughule not intervened. “The road slopes downwards ahead of the toll plaza. A major accident could have taken place had he not stopped the tanker on time,” he said.

Pune-Solapur Highway: Traffic cop climbs onto moving tanker after driver falls unconscious, averts major mishap

Manoj Patil, Superintendent of Police, Solapur Rural, said the tanker would have kept moving had Chaughule not intervened. “The road slopes downwards ahead of the toll plaza. A major accident could have taken place had he not stopped the tanker on time,” he said.

‘Hope Parliament sends message that nation stands behind soldiers’: PM Modi ahead of Monsoon Session

Prime Minister Narendra Modi exuded confidence that the MPs will discuss important issues in the Parliament.

Taiwan former legislative speaker's possible visit to mainland 'icebreaking': expert

While a US official's possible visit to the island of Taiwan is being condemned for challenging China's bottom line and aggravating disputes, Taiwan's former legislative speaker Wang Jin-pyng is reportedly scheduled to head for the Chinese mainland for a cross-Straits forum, over which experts expressed positive expectations and said the forum could be

Former top Trump economic advisor Gary Cohn hasn't decided whether to vote for Biden or the president

Gary Cohn, once Trump's top economic advisor, said Monday that he's still unsure whether he will support the president's reelection bid.

India cannot avoid hard choices in Ladakh

Ajai Shukla New Delhi must clearly demonstrate to Beijing that China will pay a price for its relentless strategic undermining of India, says Ajai Shukla. China’s violations of the Line of Actual Control at multiple locations in eastern Ladakh, its blocking of Indian troops from territory that our jawans have patrolled for decades and its […]

Will face all political storms, fight coronavirus, says Uddhav Thackeray

I will have to remove the mask of Chief Minister to respond to politics. I don’t speak, it does not mean I don't have answers

Major Reward Offered for Gunman Who Ambushed Two Los Angeles Sheriff's Deputies

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the gunman who ambushed two Los Angeles Sherriff's deputies in their

A change at the top before elections boosts MP turnover across Europe, research shows

Appointing a new leader just before an election leads to a higher turnover of MPs after the poll, a study of political parties across Europe during the past 80 years shows.

A change at the top before elections boosts MP turnover across Europe, research shows

Appointing a new leader just before an election leads to a higher turnover of MPs after the poll, a study of political parties across Europe during the past 80 years shows.

House returns with 1 month to strike COVID-19 stimulus deal with Senate

Sept. 14 (UPI) -- The House is set to return to session in Washington, D.C., on Monday and will have a small window of opportunity to pass a new coronavirus stimulus bill before it leaves Capitol Hill again until after the presidential election.

Hilo veterans home outbreak prompts more scrutiny | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Two more coronavirus deaths related to an outbreak at the Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home were reported Sunday by Avalon Healthcare, whose infection control practices are under federal review.

Lebanon fails to meet emergency cabinet creation deadline

No ministers named in Beirut amid calls for reform and access to $21bn in pledged funds

Trump Condemns Radical Left's 'Open War' on Law Enforcement

President Donald Trump on Sunday rallied support for the two Los Angeles deputies that were shot on Saturday night.

Makinde lauds Army for impartiality in national politics

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo state, has commended officers of the Nigerian Army for their impartiality in the nation’s political process.

Army’s impartiality in political process commendable — Makinde

Governor Makinde, who stated this at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan, while receiving the Chief of Army Staff during a courtesy visit, said the impartiality of the Nigerian Army in the nation's political process is equally commendable.

Biden assembles hundreds of lawyers for Election Day battle

Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is prepared to unleash hundreds of lawyers to fight over how the November election is decided.

Queen ‘inspired’ as results of Kate’s photographic lockdown project unveiled

The Hold Still digital exhibition is being hosted by the National Portrait Gallery.

BJP worker’s death triggers fresh allegations of political violence in Bengal

Party blames it on TMC which in turn says “it’s politics of the dead”

NGO of anti-India activist Colin Gonsalves received Rs 50 crores from European Churches to defend anti-CAA rioters; LRO seeks arrest and prosecution of the activist and its directors

 In yet another startling revelation over the anti-India forces from abroad being part of the anti-CAA agitation, Legal Rights Observatory has revealed that the NGO Human Rights Law Network (HRLN) of anti-India activist Colin Gonsalves had received Rs. 50 crores from four European Churches for the purpose of defending anti-CAA rioters and activists legally in courts. LRO in a series of tweets exposed the nexus between the Church abroad and their activists like Colin Gonsalves in India who do their bidding for money. Colin Gonsalves who became famous for witch-hunting against PM Modi after the 2002 Gujarat riots, was in the news for being one of the brains behind the anti-CAA riots across India. Now, with the latest revelation by LRO, it is affirmed that the Church and NGOs are hand-in-glove to create unrest in India. The Church organisations had funded HRLN as patrons of its "Socio-Legal Information Center' whose task was to defend the rioters in courts. The Church denominations which have been exposed for funding…

Sexual assault: McGregor awaits physical test, video evidence

The Ultimate Fighting Championship star was taken into police custody on the French holiday island of Corsica last Friday, following a complaint from a young woman.

5 former British PMs oppose Boris Johnson's Brexit bill

Sept. 14 (UPI) -- David Cameron on Monday became the fifth former British prime minister to voice concern for a proposal to override Britain's withdrawal deal with the European Union.

84 dead in dist due to COVID

City’s active cases near 18,000-mark; more than 10 lakh people have tested positive in the state

Pemberton to undergo court-martial upon arrival in US, says Roque

The United States government promised that Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton would face court-martial proceedings once he is freed from prison, Presidential Spokesman Harry Roque announced today Roque, who was once Jennifer Laude's lawyer,...

Man dies after car hits trees and bushes in morning horror crash

Man in his 60s was taken to hospital after Ford Mondeo left road in Thornton but was sadly pronounced dead a short time later

The 9 at 9: Monday

Here’s what’s happening as you start your week.

What COVID-19 has taught us – UNGA President reveals

Outgoing President of the UN General Assembly (PGA), Amb. Tijani Muhammad-Bande has highlighted some critical lessons from COVID-19.

What COVID-19 has taught us – UNGA President

He told the News Agency of Nigeria in New York that the pandemic had further underscored the need for concerted efforts to bridge the global technological gap.

Are your symptoms flu or Covid-19? How to tell the difference

The symptoms are similar, but there are some key differences to look out for

Cracks in Libya’s governing alliance threaten fragile peace

Splits emerge in UN-backed Tripoli regime after success in repelling renegade general Khalifa Haftar

Failure to unite under one Sabah CM candidate proof of Perikatan’s instability, Guan Eng says

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 — DAP secretary-general Lim Guan Eng today lambasted Perikatan Nasional-linked (PN) Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) for its failure to unite under a common chief minister candidate. In a press statement, the Bagan MP cited this as proof that the PN federal government is a poor...

YouTube faces legal battle over British children's privacy

Google, YouTube's parent company, is facing a landmark claim over the use of children's data in the UK.

Delhi-Varanasi, Mumbai-Nagpur among 7 new bullet train projects, to cost Rs 10 lakh crore

The government is mulling making an investment of Rs 10 lakh crore into seven new bullet train projects

Libya’s interim government quits after protests

UN demands investigation into security forces’ handling of protests in Marj

Cervical cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan begs TDs for right to ‘go gently’ when she dies

Vicky Phelan has appealed to politicians to allow her and others to die with dignity.

Urgently check status of health projects under Rs 100 lakh cr infra scheme, govt tells states

Health ministry has asked for regular updates from states & UTs for schemes under National Infrastructure Pipeline that Modi announced on Independence Day 2019.

Data shows an increase in anti-Asian hate incidents in Canada since onset of pandemic

Online portal allows victims to report incidents ananymously, with 44 percent of attacks in British Columbia

18-year-old arrested over murder of stepmother

Police in Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture, said Monday they have arrested an 18-year-old youth on suspicion of killing his 42-year-old stepmother at their home. According to police, the suspect has admitted to beating the victim early on Sunday morning, Sankei Shimbun reported. The suspect, who works as a blacksmith, was seen…

Prime suspect in motorway gang rape continues to remain at large

Police says further investigations suggest Waqarul Hasan, second suspect in case, was not involved in the crime

Lahore motorway gang-rape suspect confesses to crime but prime accused still at large

No official conclusive DNA report of Shafqat issued yet, sources clarify

Yemeni Military Officers Killed in Clashes With Houthi Rebels in Marib, Source Says

CAIRO (Sputnik) – At least eight people, including Yemeni army officers and members of tribes loyal to it, were killed during clashes with the Houthi rebel Shia...

West Coast fires: Death toll reaches 33 as states deal with poor air quality

The wildfires ravaging the West Coast have killed at least 33 people in California, Oregon, and Washington. Authorities say 22 people have died in California, 10 in Oregon, and one in Washington. The fires have destroyed thousands of homes and buildings across the three states, and forced tens of thousands of residents to evacuate. Because of the smoke and ash, the air quality is hazardous is many areas, and high wind warnings are in place for southern Oregon and Northern California through Monday evening. The governors of those states, all Democrats, say the fires are due to climate change, while President Trump, who will visit California on Monday to discuss the blazes with officials, has instead blamed inadequate forest management. "It is maddening right now that when we have this cosmic challenge to our communities, with the entire West Coast of the United States on fire, to have a president to deny that these are not just wildfires, these are climate fires," Washington Gov. Jay Inslee (D) said on Sunday's…

Unlock 4.0: Union Health Ministry announces guidelines for teaching activities in classrooms from Sept 21

The Health Ministry had on September 8 issued a standard operating procedure (SOP) for a partial reopening of schools for students of classes 9 to 12 for taking guidance from their teachers on a voluntary basis.

Union Health Ministry announces guidelines for teaching activities in classrooms from Sept 21

The Health Ministry had on September 8 issued a standard operating procedure (SOP) for a partial reopening of schools for students of classes 9 to 12 for taking guidance from their teachers on a voluntary basis. The SOP follows Unlock 4 guidelines of Home Ministry which came into effect from September 1.

Why is Rahul Gandhi missing from the first day of Monsoon session?

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Monsoon session of Parliament began today (Monday). Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked all the parliamentarians for "choosing the path of duty" even during the novel coronavirus crisis.

Study reveals a perceptible drop in experts' rating of overall quality of US democracy

The health of democracy in the United States has reached its lowest point since an academic watchdog group of political scientists began tracking its performance in 2017.

Gauge of US democracy hits its lowest score yet

The latest survey results from the political science research project Bright Line Watch are in: US democracy gets just 61 out of 100.

Prosecutor resigns from Trump law enforcement commission, calls it 'intent on providing cover for a predetermined agenda'

One of the four leading prosecutors chosen to be on U.S. President Donald Trump's law enforcement commission resigned last week after expressing 'serious' concerns that the intention of the commission was not to bridge the gap between communities of colour and law enforcement.

UN rights chief discussing visit to Xinjiang with China

The United Nations (UN) human rights chief said on Monday she was discussing a possible visit to China's Xinjiang region with Chinese authorities ...

Search resumes in villages hit by Nepal landslide, 11 dead

KATHMANDU, Nepal: Rescuers resumed searching on Monday for people missing since a deadly landslide struck three villages in Nepal's mountains, authorities said.

Daryl Fowler stabbing: Murder accused Lee Wall makes his first court appearance

The 43-year-old is charged with murdering 28-year-old Daryl on Gateshead's Leam Lane estate, while Emma Brown is accused of assisting an offender

Iran Reportedly Mulls Assassination Plot on US Ambassador to South Africa to Avenge Soleimani

Top Iranian General Qasem Soleimani was assassinated in a drone attack in Baghdad in January, a direct order by US President Donald Trump. The killing escalated...

People unhappy with Bihar govt, can impact Assembly Poll results: LJP chief Chirag Paswan

Shocking video shows thug sucker-punch woman on a street in Sweden sparking fury

SHOCKING video showing a thug sucker-punch a woman on a street in Sweden has sparked outrage. The footage went viral on social media over the weekend, and shows an assault reportedly carried out in…

Yoshihide Suga: What We Know About Frontrunner in Japan’s Prime Minister Race

Shinzo Abe announced his midterm resignation late last month, saying his chronic bowel condition had recently worsened and stood in the way of effective decision-making.

Russia’s regional elections bring rare win for Navalny

Russian opposition inflicts damage on Putin’s United Russia in regional votes.

COVID-19 September 14 Highlights: Maharashtra alone has more cases than the whole of Russia, the fourth worst-hit country

Maharashtra reported 17,066 new cases of coronavirus on Monday, and with that, the state’s tally has now climbed to 10,77,374. Also, 257 people succumbed to the infection, taking the death toll due to COVID-19 in the state to 29,894 and the number of active cases to 2,91,256 as per the latest information shared by the state health department.

Daimler to pay £1.17bn to settle emissions cheating probes in US

The settlement, which includes civil penalties, will also require Daimler to fix the vehicles.

Trump: ‘Action must be taken’ against Mueller’s team for ‘wiping’ phones

President Trump declared that “action must be taken” against former special counsel Robert Mueller’s prosecutors after Justice Department records show members of the team

Govt seeks parliamentary approval for additional Rs 1.67 trn expenditure

The additional requirement includes Rs 40,000 cr for works under MGNREGA and Rs 20,000 cr for bank recapitalisation

University of Nottingham to consider further punishment for student who held house party

The 50-person event breached the student discipline code

Oman welcomes Bahrain-Israel normalisation decision

Oman welcomes Bahrain's decision to normalise relations with Israel and hopes it will contribute to Israeli-Palestinian peace, Oman state media said on Sunday.

Military airstrike hits bandits’ camp, kill scores in Zamfara

The Air Component of Operation Hadarin Daji has destroyed another armed bandits’ camp in the Doumborou Forest area of Zamfara...

Scores killed as jets bombard bandits’ camp in Zamfara

Scores of bandits belonging to the notorious 'Dangote' gang have been killed in a recent airstrike conducted by the Air Component...

The U.K.’s New ‘Rule Of Six’ Law Bans Gatherings Of Seven Or More

As COVID-19 cases surge in the United Kingdom, the government draws a harder line on social distancing.

Tennessee manhunt: Gunman kills 2 in string of shootings, carjackings before turning gun on himself

A day of violence along Interstate 24 in Tennessee ended with a murder, kidnapping and carjacking suspect killing himself Sunday afternoon.

'Balidan Diwas' obsserved in Kashmir as tribute to Kashmiri Pandits

In 1989, terrorists in Kashmir killed around eight Kashmiri pandits between the month of September to December, after which thousands of Kashmiri Pandits were forced to leave the place.

'Balidan Divas' obsserved in Kashmir as tribute to Kashmiri Pandits

In 1989, terrorists in Kashmir killed around eight Kashmiri pandits between the month of September to December, after which thousands of Kashmiri Pandits were forced to leave the place.

RULE OF SIX: How today's new social gathering restrictions affect you

THE government’s new ‘rule of six’ restrictions have come into effect today – meaning people in England can only meet in groups of up to six in any setting. As of Monday, September 14 anyone meeting in social groups of more than six people, indoors or outdoors, will be breaking the law. The ban, announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on September 9, will be enforced by the police – with anyone found to be breaking the rules risking being dispersed, fined and possibly arrested. This new rule replaces both the existing ban on gatherings of more than 30 and the former guidance on allowing two households to meet indoors. There are some exemptions, including if a single household or support bubble is larger than six - meaning they can still gather. Advertisement The government's new 'rule of six' restrictions kicked in on September 14 Covid secure venues like places of worship, gyms, restaurants and hospitality venues can also still hold more than six people in total, although individual groups within them must…

Odisha adds 1 lakh coronavirus cases in one month,  became 10th State to cross 1.5 lakh mark

Health experts expressed concern as the State Government continues to lag behind several other high burden States in terms of testing.

Body mix-up at Mumbai hospital, 2 staffers suspended

Body mix-up at Mumbai hospital, 2 staffers suspended. The deceased's family members also alleged that his kidney was removed during postmortem.

Latest rules on visiting the pub as new 'rule of six' comes into force in England

New restrictions on public gatherings have come into effect, as the government introduces a crackdown over fears the R rate is rising in large parks of the country

Trump still in the fight if polls are as wrong as in 2016

If swing-state polls are as wrong in 2020 as they were in 2016, then the election result will be much closer than recent polls suggest, with a 34.9 per cent chance of a Trump win.

A wildfire evacuee returned to her Oregon home to find her barn destroyed but her animals alive

An Oregon wildfire evacuee returned to her home to feed her cows and sheep and found that her horse stable and barn were destroyed, but her animals were alive.

Who was Captain Tom Moore's wife Pamela and when did she die?

Sir Tom opened up about his family life and past...

Self-isolation for Covid-19 cases reduced to 10 days

The period of self-isolation for Covid-19 positive cases in Ireland has been reduced from 14 days to ten days.

Ministers warn COVID-19 researchers anew of threat of foreign actors

OTTAWA - A trio of federal cabinet minister is warning COVID-19 researchers to take additional precautions to protect their efforts from thieves and vandals

Netanyahu: Peace accords with UAE, Bahrain worth billions to Israel

Israel PM takes to Twitter before travelling to US for peace treaty signing ceremonies

Kashmir a settled issue should be taken off the UN Agenda

Brig. Anil Gupta India has a made very strong appeal for permanently removing the Jammu & Kashmir issue under outdated agenda item of the India-Pakistan question from the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) agenda. India’s demand is fair and justified. Since the abrogation of special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir and […]

'Hope I get justice, so citizens' faith in the system is restored: Kangana With sister in tow, meets governor

The 5 at 5: Monday

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Delhi riots: What evidence does the Delhi Police have against Umar Khalid?

In one chargesheet, the police claim that Khalid planned riots to coincidence with Donald Trump’s visit to Delhi a month before his trip was even announced.

Trump signs executive order aimed at lowering prescription drug prices

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Sunday to reduce the cost of prescription drugs for U.S. seniors by more closely aligning prices with...

Lawyers expect flurry of legal actions from parents after release of teachers’ estimated grades

Leaving Cert students will have access to their school’s estimated marks from Monday

Lawyers expect flurry of legal actions after release of teachers’ estimated grades

Leaving Cert students will have access to their school’s estimated marks from Monday

Watch: Chinese virologist Dr Li-Meng Yan claims coronavirus made in government-controlled Wuhan lab

Stopping West Bank 'Annexation'? This Was the Goal Behind Bahrain's Deal With Israel, Analyst Says

The normalisation agreement set to be signed between Israel and Bahrain on Tuesday has divided the Gulf country and exacerbated tensions in the region. But a Bahraini...

Hooghly BJP worker found dead, party accuses TMC of ‘murder’

BJP claimed that the deceased, identified as Ganesh Rai, was murdered, and accused the TMC of targeting its workers. In response, a ruling party leader said BJP workers were killing themselves because of “depression” caused by their party’s anti-people policies.

Sandwell councillors suspended by Labour Party as borough's political crisis deepens

Two senior councillors in Sandwell have been suspended by the Labour Party.

5 things to know today

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:

Ex-soldier agrees not to contest conviction in baby's death

A former Fort Campbell soldier accused of raping and killing his infant daughter has agreed not to contest a conviction for second-degree murder and will serve 15 years in prison without parole, autho

Pennsylvania professor on leave for using N-word during lecture

Video posted to Twitter Friday showed Duquesne University professor Gary Shank saying the N-word at least three times to at least one student during a remote session on Wednesday.

Govt to finalise details of medium term Covid-19 plan

More senior Government discussions will be held today to finalise the details of the medium term Covid-19 plan.

Police don't have 'rule of six' guidance yet and won't fine everyone immediately

A Tory minister has admitted it will be 'two or three days' before police officers have full guidance on the law - but urged the British people to do the right thing

Enugu: Rights group demands sack of Danmallam, Abdurrahman, Olotu

Leading research and investigative human rights organization in Nigeria, the International Society for Civil Liberties & the Rule of Law...

Iran plotting to kill US ambassador to SA, Lana Marks, US claims

Politico reported that Marks was warned about the threat to her life and it highlighted Iran's extensive spy network operating in SA.

Playful pandas and a ghostly coral reef: Monday's best photos

The Guardian’s picture editors select photo highlights from around the world including Berlusconi’s recovery, a masked queen and Julian Assange protesters

Fed urged to back up new dovish policy with action

Investors look for guidance from US central bank as hopes of fiscal stimulus to prop up economy fade

Italy's initial virus hotspot back to school after 7 months

CODOGNO, Italy — The morning bell Monday marked the first entrance to the classroom for the children of Codogno since Feb. 21, when panicked parents were sent to pick up their children after the northern Italian town gained notoriety as the first in the West to record local transmission of the coronavirus.

Italy's initial virus hotspot back to school after 7 months

The morning bell Monday marked the first entrance to the classroom for the children of Codogno since Feb. 21, when panicked parents were sent to pick up their children after the northern Italian town

Cabinet retreat to confront challenge of limiting damage from ongoing pandemic

Ministers are expected flesh out plans for the Sept. 23 throne speech

ByteDance picks Oracle as winning bidder for TikTok's US operations, says source

NEW YORK, Sept 14 — China's ByteDance has picked a consortium led by Oracle Corp for a deal for the US operations of short-video app TikTok, beating out rival bidder Microsoft Corp, a person familiar with the matter said yesterday. ByteDance has been in talks to sell TikTok's US busines to...

Belarusian Catholic Church Head's Passport Annulled, Foreign Ministry Says

Belarus's State Border Guard Committee says the barring of the leader of Belarusian Catholics, Archbishop Tadeusz Kondrusiewicz, from entering the country is due to the fact that his passport had been annulled.

Hindi Diwas: German Ambassador to India Wishes Indians in Fluent Hindi, Netizens Bowled Over | Watch

Hindi is spoken as a native language by 258 million people and is recognised as the fourth most spoken language in the world.

Parliament nod to bills to ensure quality homeopathy, Indian system of medicine

Lok Sabha on Monday passed the National Commission for Homoeopathy Bill and the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Bill.

Parliament nod to Bills to ensure quality homeopathy, Indian system of medicine

Lok Sabha on Monday passed the National Commission for Homoeopathy Bill and the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Bill

Parliament nod to bills to ensure quality homoeopathy, Indian medicine

Parliament has given its nod to two bills that propose a medical education system that improve access to quality and affordable education by ensuring availability of high quality homoeopathy

Portugal: Deadly racism, far-right growth draw global concern

Just over a month ago, Mamadou Ba was having dinner with friends when he received an email warning of "measures" against him and his family if he failed to "terminate political functions and leave Portuguese territory" within 48 hours.

Fighter pilot says UFO he chased in 2004 committed 'act of war'

A former U.S. Navy fighter pilot spoke this month about what he says was an enouncter with a “Tic Tac”-shaped UFO and believes the flying object committed an “act of war.”

2 teens critically wounded in shooting in Pasadena; suspects sought

Two teens were in critical condition Monday after being shot in Pasadena over the weekend, police say.

2 teenagers critically wounded in Pasadena drive-by

Two teens were critically wounded in a drive-by shooting in Pasadena during the weekend, police said Monday.

Greece to boost economy with 6.8-billion euro stimulus

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Sunday Athens would spend an extra 6.8 billion euros ($8.0 billion) to fight the coronavirus's impact on the country's economy.

Obaseki vs Ize-Iyamu: Channels TV Reacts To Debate Result Going Viral On Social Media

Channels Television has distanced itself from the infographic display of results currently making rounds on various social media platforms about the result of the Edo State governorship election debate. Naija News recalls the TV station on Sunday, 13th September conducted a debate programme which featured two prominent candidates in the Edo 2020 governorship polls, Godwin […]

Oops! CBP Seized 2,000 OnePlus Buds Wireless Earphones Labeling them as Counterfeit Apple AirPods!

CBP published a press release stating that they have seized $400,000 worth of "counterfeit" Apple AirPods. Except, they were actually OnePlus Buds!

Coronavirus Live: India's COVID-19 Count Hits 47,54,357, Recovery Rate At 77.88%

India's Coronavirus count crossed the 47-lakh mark on Sunday with 94,372 new COVID-19 cases, as per the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

Xi to meet European leaders

Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to attend a video conference with European leaders on Monday, the second such meeting between Chinese and European leaders in two months.

Lawyers initiate petition to strip Malami of SAN rank over NBA stamp, seal

Some lawyers have begun a petition to strip the AGF, and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami, of the title of SAN.

Amid Ladakh standoff with India, Chinese Army produces 'action-packed' propaganda video

India Today's OSINT team analysed a recent PLA film showing a border defence regiment from Xinjiang Military Region to understand how much thrust the Chinese army put in producing these videos.

Over 1 cr migrants returned to their native states after lockdown, UP sees most returns — govt

In Parliament Monday, Labour Minister Santosh Kumar Gangwar noted that the ministry did not have any information on the number of workers who lost their lives during lockdown.

American could face fine over local virus spike in Germany

Officials in southern Germany are considering imposing hefty fines against a 26-year-old American woman linked to a cluster of coronavirus cases in the Alpine resort town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, in

The implications of US election outcomes for investors

Since 1928, the three-month equity performance before the election predicted 20 out of 23 elections for the winning party.

BGB-BSF conference in Dhaka postponed after ‘technical glitch’ in Indian plane

The director general-level conference that was scheduled to begin on Sunday between the Border Guard Bangladesh and India’s Border Security Force has been postponed.

Drivers who kill while on the phone will face LIFE in jail

Violet-Grace Youens, four, was left in the road after being struck at 83mph by convicted burglar Aidan McAteer, 23, in a stolen Ford Fiesta in St Helens in 2017.

Parents of girl, 4, mowed down say life term for killer drivers is 'daughter's legacy'

Under Violet-Grace's law, judges will be able to give motorists convicted of causing death by dangerous driving the toughest punishment in UK law - this includes motorists who take a life while speeding, racing or using their mobile phones

Two deaths and 235 Covid-19 cases reported in Qatar on Sept 14

Doha: Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) today recorded 235 new cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) and 249 people recovered from the virus in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of people recovered in Qatar to 118,931.

Policeman shot, two passengers killed in Kogi highway robbery

Gbenga Odogun, Lokoja Two persons were killed by suspected armed robbers, while a police officer sustained gunshot injuries on the Okene-Lokoja Expressway on Saturday. The incident occurred aroun...

18 professors jostle to become UI VC

18 candidates have begun campaign in the race to fill the vacant office of the vice-chancellor (VC) of the University of Ibadan (UI)

18 in race to become UI VC

Four indigenes of Ibadan are among the 18 applicants for the post of vice chancellor of the University of Ibadan (UI)...

Les Mills scare: 89 gymgoers identified as close contacts

Eighty-nine people have been identified as close contacts of a person who attended a North Shore gym before they tested positive for Covid-19. All...

Les Mills scare: 89 gymgoers identified as close contacts

Eighty-nine people have been identified as close contacts of a person who attended a North Shore gym before they tested positive for Covid-19. All...

Trump Was Enraged When Told Israel-UAE Deal Wouldn’t Make It Into New Book, Woodward Claims

The soon-to-be-released book is based on 17 interviews with President Trump, focusing on his foreign and domestic policies, including the response to the raging...

Ex-JNU student Umar Khalid’s arrest a ‘conspiracy’, says Prashant Bhushan

‘Umar Khalid’s arrest by Delhi police after naming Yechury, Yogendra Yadav, Jayati Ghosh & Apoorvanand leaves no doubt at all about the mala fide nature of its investigation into Delhi riots,’ says the advocate

Sri Lanka revisiting draft 20th Amendment

Prime Minister Rajapaksa appoints a nine-member committee to study the proposed Amendment

Pastor arraign over alleged defilement

A 38-year-old pastor, Mr Idowu Samson, was on Monday arraigned before an Iseyin Chief Magistrate’s Court for allegedly defiling a nine-year-old girl (name withheld).

Pastor arraigned over alleged rape of nine-year-old girl

The prosecutor, Insp. Shaib Shedrack, told the court that the defendant, who operates a church in the Iseyin metropolis, committed the crime on Aug. 19.

If Jaishankar's diagnosis is correct, what stops him from correcting it?

If Jaishankar's diagnosis is correct, what stops him from correcting it?. 'What Jaishankar says is simplistic.' 'The past does not matter that much.' 'If we think that it does it is because we are not good enough at running the nation competently today and are searching for excuses why,' argues Aakar Patel.

Japan's next leader: How Yoshihide Suga beat the odds to succeed Shinzo Abe

The current chief Cabinet secretary won by a landslide in the party poll, all but guaranteeing his spot at the top.

Another shameless Boris Johnson intervention

When nationalist politicians warned that Brexit risked creating serious tension and upheaval along the border and elsewhere in Ireland, prominent Conservatives figures regularly attempted to dismiss their concern as scaremongering.

Mnuchin 'Somewhat Concerned' Stimulus Deal Doesn't Get Done Before Election -- Pelosi 'Afraid Any Deal Would Be Good for the President'

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, on Monday, voiced his concern that another coronavirus stimulus package will not get done before the upcoming presidential election. | Clips

From PM Modi to Top Bureaucrats: Chinese Tech Firm Snooping on 10,000 Indians, Report Suggests

In June, research reports suggested that India saw a 300 percent spike in cyber-attacks from China against the backdrop of ongoing border tensions between the two...

Lalu missing from poster, Tejashwi lords over party

Lalu missing from poster, Tejashwi lords over party. Old-timers seem not impressed with the idea of dropping from the RJD poster its jailed supremo who is acknowledged, across party lines, as the biggest crowd puller ever seen in Bihar's poitical arena.

Jersey leaving Guernsey behind in its response to Covid, says businessman

JERSEY is ‘leaving Guernsey in its slipstream’ in the way it is dealing with the Covid-19 crisis, according to a Sarnian businessman who has accused his government of causing ‘needless’ economic damage and intimidating its residents.

Two prisoners die within the space of a few days at separate Scottish jails

TWO prisoners have died within the space of a few days at separate Scottish jails. An investigation has been launched after the Scottish Prison Service confirmed both deaths. Firstly, Connor McHugh…

No action will be taken to demolish 48,000 slum clusters in Delhi, Centre tells Supreme Court

Two lakh families live in these houses situated within safety zones along rail tracks in Delhi

View: Very complex situation on Ladakh front provides no easy way out

The joint statement is structured around disengagement and de-escalation, with no reference to restoring the status quo ante. In recent weeks Indian statements have also ceased to mention this because the immediate need is to prevent an eruption of hostilities because of the close proximity of the amassed troops.

‘AIDS, TB, malaria deaths, infection could skyrocket in next 12 months’

A new report by the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, published today, has warned that the progress made since 2002 in saving more than 38 million people from Human Immuno-deficiency Virus

Muslims Seek to Amend Swedish Constitution to Ban Mockery of Religion as Qurans Continue to Burn

In recent weeks, the Danish Hard Line party has torched several copies of the Quran in what it dubbed “Swedish ghettos”, ostensibly to protest the spread of Islam and...

25 MPs test positive for Covid-19 as Monsoon Session begins

At least 25 Parliamentarians were tested positive for Covid-19 on the first day of the monsoon session on Monday, Parliament officials said. Lok Sabha members of the BJP Meenakshi Lekhi, Parvesh

Business leaders seek NYC aid from Trump, bypass de Blasio and Cuomo

Mayor Bill de Blasio didn’t get it done. Neither did Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Now, New York’s leading business groups are asking President Donald Trump to back funding for transit agencies and

Coronavirus Scotland: Seven cases linked to Police Scotland’s Tulliallan training college

SEVEN coronavirus cases have been linked to Police Scotland’s training headquarters.  The seven individuals, who all have ties to the police driving school at Tulliallan, are now isolating.&nb…

Seven test positive as Covid-19 cluster linked to Police Scotland training college in Fife

NHS Fife has confirmed that seven people with links to the driving school at the Police Scotland Training College in Tulliallan have tested positive for COVID-19.

Tory MP QUITS as Boris Johnson's special envoy over the Prime Minister's plans to break terms of Brexit divorce deal as David Cameron becomes fifth former PM to wade into row

Rehman Chishti, the PM's Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief, said he 'can't support' Mr Johnson's proposals to override elements of the Withdrawal Agreement.

Trump signs executive order to lower drug prices

Sept. 13 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Sunday that aims to lower drug prices in the United States by instructing Medicare to not pay more for certain medicines than other nations, prompting criticism from the pharmaceutical industry.

Alexander Vindman: Trump Is Putin’s ‘Useful Idiot’

In his first interview, a key witness in the impeachment trial says Trump goes out of his way to try to please the Russian president.

Rising Drug Addiction a Conspiracy of Neighbouring Countries to Destroy Indian Youth - BJP Lawmaker

Bollywood actress Rhea Chakraborty’s arrest for alleged drug abuse has ignited a debate on the rampant use of narcotics within Bollywood and among young people...

Former MP Austin takes seat in Lords

Former Dudley North MP Ian Austin has taken his seat in the House of Lords.

2 former State Congress presidents keen on homecoming

Two of the former presidents of Jharkhand Congress who had quit the party ahead of the 2019 Assembly election are keen to join the Congress back as they are not feeling comfortable in the party they had joined. However, the Congress witnessed a significant revival in Jharkhand in the last Assembly

Florida man cleared of rape and murder convictions after 37 years in prison

DNA evidence proved Robert DuBoise, who was released from prison last month, did not commit 1983 crime

WSJ Editorial Board: After sheriff's deputies shot in LA, protesters chant 'We hope they die'

Two deputies were “ambushed by a gunman in a cowardly fashion” in the Compton neighborhood, said Sheriff Alex Villaneuva at a press conference this weekend.

Corridors of Power: Rhea's turn to resonate in Bengal

The theatrical piece has begun to recoil on the BJP, which was the first off the mark in the joust to create an icon.

Packed pubs must be a thing of the past in battle against Covid-19, expert warns

Dr Catherine Motherway said that while pubs will almost certainly be given permission to reopen - it will only be under very strict new guidelines

'We need answers:' Family of Lake Country woman, whose husband was charged with her murder, protest at Kelowna courthouse

On the day the preliminary inquiry was set to commence for Lambertus (Bert) Westervelt, 65, for the alleged murder of his wife, Arlene Wester

How Trump Supporters are Taking on the Role of 'Peaceful Protesters'

President Trump hosted a packed rally in Henderson, Nevada on Sunday night where optimism was running high and social distancing was almost non-existent. Supporters waited hours in the 100-degree desert

Uber, Bolt drivers in Abuja may go on strike over fare charges, conditions

Drivers, under the e-hailing platforms for Uber and Bolt, in Abuja may embark on strike over unfavourable fare charges and conditions “We are trying to gather the drivers to seek their own opinion and we will now start our warning strike,” Evans Agada, vice president of the National Union of Professional App-based Workers in Abuja, […]

UP businessman who accused suspended SP of corruption dies

Mani Lal Patidar, the then Superintendent of Police of Mahoba, had been suspended and booked after victim Indra Kant Tripathi accused him of corruption and criminal intimidation in a video before the attack. No arrests have been made in the case.

Mahoba businessman dies, suspended SP to face murder charge

On September 8, Indra Kant, in his car, was shot in his neck by unidentified assailants at Banda-Kabrai road in Mahoba. He was taken to a hospital from where he was referred to Kanpur. Indra Kant used to supply mining explosives.

Woodward: 'The president of the U.S. possessed specific knowledge that could have saved lives'

The investigative journalist and author spoke about his interviews with Trump on the "TODAY" show, NBC News reports.

No data on deaths of labourers during migration due to lockdown: Govt

The government does not have data regarding the number of migrants who died or were injured during migration to their native places due to the lockdown, Union minister Santosh Gangwar told Lok Sabha

Uneasy calm on Ladakh front as India and China prepare for military talks

An uneasy calm prevails in eastern Ladakh as the two sides have beefed up troops at two key border positions along the banks of the Pangong lake but the Army has not been taking any chances, with surveillance at an all-time high.

Kremlin: Russia Sees Lukashenko as Legitimate President, Belarusians as Brotherly People

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Alexander Lukashenko is the legitimate president of Belarus, and all Belarusians are seen as brotherly people in Russia, regardless of whether they...

Brit gang-rape victims, 15, relive horror moment they were ‘drugged and dragged into bushes as predators filmed attack’

TWO British schoolgirls have relived the horror moment they were “drugged and dragged into bushes” before “predators filmed their gang-rape”, say reports in Italy. The 15-ye…

British gang-rape victims tell how their drinks were spiked before they were assaulted at Italian villa - as one reveals she bit one attacker's genitals as she fought them off

The teenage victims, who cannot be named, say they were subjected to an attack after going out to dance on the last night of their holiday Italian holiday, at a villa in the town of Marconia di Pisticci.

President Trump’s Reelection Campaign Announces Kid Rock To Headline In Michigan Rally

According to MLive, singer and songwriter Kid Rock will join Donald Trump Jr. and his girlfriend, Kimberly Guilfoyle, today for a campaign rally in Macomb County, Michigan, to promote ...

WATCH: Hundreds of Vehicles Join L.A. 'Rally in the Valley' for Trump

LOS ANGELES, California -- Hundreds of supporters of President Donald Trump paraded down Ventura Boulevard in a "Rally in the Valley" to show their | 2020 Election

MSP will stay, farmers will get investment, technology: Govt on farm sector bills

The ordinances seek to provide barrier-free trade for farmers' produce outside notified farm mandis, and empower farmers to enter into farming agreements with private players prior to the production for sale of agri-produce, according to the government.

Ex-Kerala CM Oommen Chandy blames police for widespread bombmaking in Kannur ahead of Assembly polls

He rued the fact that an inert police have failed to nab those providing encouragement to those involved in the unlawful activity.

Return of executive presidency threatens to undermine Sri Lanka’s pact with minorities

The Tamil people opposed the Executive Presidency both for its centralisation of power and also for its corrupting influence on democracy.

Man killed in shooting at Pompano Beach gas station

POMPANO BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Authorities are investigating a shooting at a gas station in Pompano Beach that left one man dead. Broward Sheriff’s Office...

With Pants Down: Did Joe Biden Accidentally Prove He Used Teleprompter for ‘Spontaneous’ Interviews?

Joe Biden’s campaign staffer could have refused to provide an answer as to whether the Democratic presidential candidate uses a teleprompter in his ostensibly...

Medicos start crowdfunding for doc who risked life for patient

Dr Sanket Mehta awaits lung transplant which will require Rs 1 cr; his selfless act of intubating a critical patient with his own oxygen support last month had

Oppn protests Yechury’s name in Delhi riots charge sheet

The CPI (M) on Sunday criticised the government over the reference to its leader Sitaram Yechury

Donald Trump Isn’t Worried About Coronavirus Spread At Rallies Because The Crowd Is Kept ‘Far Away’ From Him

Donald Trump responded to concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus at his indoor rallies by assuring reporters that he was safe because he was kept far away from the crowd. As the Las Vegas ...

Create separate UT in Kashmir to rehabilitate Kashmiri Pandits : Panun Kashmir

KP outfit demands enactment of a law by parliament on “genocide” the community was allegedly subjected to. Jammu Tawi | Sep 13: The Panun Kashmir, a frontal organisation of migrant Kashmiri Pandits, Sunday reiterated its demand for creation of a separate Union Territory for their rehabilitation in the valley, besides enactment of a law by […]

Delhi confidential: Who Sits Where

With more than a dozen MPs already infected by Covid, the Lok Sabha Secretariat has received a number of letters informing the members’ inability to attend the House.

Columbus statue swiped from apartment building in name of cancel culture

John Cartafalsa, 91, was relieved to get home to the Upper West Side after spending five months of the pandemic stranded in Florida. But as he entered his apartment lobby, his eyes were drawn to a

New York doctor facing charges for allegedly taking Christopher Columbus statue from elderly neighbor

A New York doctor is facing petit larceny charges for allegedly stealing a statue of Christopher Columbus from an elderly man in the name of social justice.

Jaguars' Tyler Eifert honors David Dorn with helmet decal during game vs. Colts

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Tyler Eifert honored fallen police officer David Dorn with a decal on the back of his helmet during the first game of the NFL season against the Indianapolis Colts.

Mastermind in staged car accident conspiracy tricking insurers to pay S$125,500 gets jail

SINGAPORE: One of the masterminds in a series of car insurance claim scams that tricked insurers into paying out about S$125,500 for fabricated ...

New twist in businessman’s house wrangle

The High Court has blocked a Bulawayo woman Ms Duduzile Gumede from moving into a house she bought from a local businessman Mr Dumisani Mutorera and his ex-wife, Ms Taisekwa Rosie Mtungwazi pending the finalisation of outstanding court cases.

New twist in businessman’s house wrangle

THE High Court has blocked a Bulawayo woman Ms Duduzile Gumede from moving into a house she bought from a local businessman Mr Dumisani Mutorera and his ex-wife, Ms Taisekwa Rosie Mtungwazi pending the finalisation of outstanding court cases. Mr Mutorera and Ms Mtungwazi sold their three-bedroomed house in Romney Park for US$36 500 to Ms Gumede, but have allegedly refused to vacate the premises, claiming she still owes them an undisclosed balance. Last week, Ms Mtungwazi filed an application at the Western Commonage Magistrates’ Court for a restraining order against Ms Gumede whom she accused of failing to comply with the terms and conditions of their agreement of sale. Mr Mutorera and Ms Mtungwazi also allegedly hired bouncers to prevent Ms Gumede from occupying the property, which the couple sold to her in December last year.

Bristol's original Colston Society to disband after 275 years

Its own members voted to end centuries of tradition

Group named after slave trader Edward Colston disbanded after 275 years

Members of the Colston Society voted to disband the organisation completely rather than simply change its name.

Insecurity: Buratai charges troops to wipe out remnants of bandits

The chief of army staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, has called on the troops of the Nigerian army to remain resolute in fighting banditry in Nigeria.

China to US: You are the ones who destroy international peace, and Syria, Libya and Iraq are witnesses

BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:00 A.M.) – Beijing has expressed its strong opposition to a report published recently by the U.S. Department of Defense under the title, “Military and Security Developments Related to the People’s Republic of China for 2020”. In a statement issued on Sunday, Chinese Defense Ministry spokesman Wu Qian stressed that this report represents evidence of the U.S. intention to discredit China and its military. The spokesman pointed out that the Pentagon report contains wrong information about the relations between the ruling Communist Party in China and its armed forces, in addition to the wrong interpretation of Chinese defense policies and military strategy, while exaggerating what has been described as “the Chinese military danger.” The spokesman pointed out that the United States issued a series of similar reports during the past two decades, describing it as a “blatant provocation and act of hegemony.” Wu stressed that his country does not pose a threat to anyone, expressing the firm determination…

Aviation Union Halts Arik Air Operations In Lagos

Aviation unions on Monday shut down Arik Air operation over alleged failure to pay seven months’ salary arrears of workers and other anti-labour practice. Naija News reports that the Aviation unions claimed that the non-payment started after the company placed 90 per cent of the workforce on compulsory leave. The unions included the National Union […]

Breaking: Aviation union shuts down Arik Air operations in Lagos

Arik Air operation has been shut down by Aviation unions over alleged failure to pay seven months’ salary arrears of workers and other anti-labour practice. Details later…

BREAKING: Union shuts down Arik Air operations in Lagos

Arik Air operation has been shut down by Aviation unions over alleged failure to pay seven months’ salary arrears of workers and other...

Coronavirus update: WHO says record number of new cases — 307,930 — counted worldwide on Sunday

The World Health Organization said a record number of cases of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 were recorded on Sunday around the world for a total of...

US fired missiles in 2017 to demonstrate it could target NK leader Kim: Woodward

The US came close to nuclear war with North Korea in 2017, launching a precision missile to demonstrate to Pyongyang that it could strike any target, including North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, according to a new book by Washington Post journalist Bob Woodward.   　 In response to Pyongyang test-firing its first intercontinental ballistic missile capable of reaching the US on July 4, 2017, retired Gen. Vincent B...

Conor McGregor issues a statement following recent allegations

Conor McGregor got into trouble with the law once again.

Trump courts Hispanic voters in Las Vegas with blistering attack on Biden

President Trump on Sunday made his case to Hispanic voters at a “Latinos for Trump” roundtable in Las Vegas — often at the expense of his Democratic challenger. “While Joe

Edo election: No need to change performing governor — Daisy Danjuma

Danjuma, who is the wife of retired General Theophilus Danjuma, made the call at a reception organised in her honour by Edo women in Benin.

A day after her death, woman gets +ve result for COVID test

Shocked family demands inquiry, action against staff at the PCMC-run centre she visited for delaying callback

'Sonia has administered a bitter pill to Rahul'

'Sonia has administered a bitter pill to Rahul'. 'Ghulam Nabi Azad and Kapil Sibal are the two people who have been marked and punished'

Three more civilians injured in Indian firing along LoC

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Three more civilians including two women sustained serious injuries in indiscriminate and unprovoked firing by the Indian forces in Hotspring Sector of the Line of Control (LoC) on September 13 night. The injured percens including 27-year-old Naema Akhtar, 24-year-old Zaeen Akhtar, and 16-year-old Arbaz Ali are residents of Sehra Village. The Indian forces have committed 2,245 ceasefire violations to date in 2020, resulting in 18 shahadats (martyrdom) and serious injuries to 180 innocent civilians. To register Pakistan’s strong protest over ceasefire violations by the Indian occupation forces along the LoC, a senior Indian diplomat was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad on Monday. Condemning the deplorable targeting of innocent civilians by the Indian forces, it was underscored that such senseless acts are in clear violation of the 2003 Ceasefire Understanding, and are also against all established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct.

Pakistan summons Indian envoy to protest LoC ceasefire violations

This year, India has committed 2245 ceasefire violations to date

Los Angeles County Deputies Out of Surgery, Expected to Survive

The two Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies shot Saturday night are out of surgery and are expected to survive.

Los Angeles County Deputies Out of Surgery, Expected to Survive

Both deputies are “recovering,” following surgery after the ambush attack

Parliament's Monsoon Session begins; Congress notice over Chinese incursion in Ladakh

The Monsoon session 2020 of Parliament is set to commence today, i.e. Monday. The fourth session of the 17th Lok Sabha and 252nd session of Rajya Sabha is scheduled to be held today and subject to exigencies of government business, may conclude on October 1.

Police warn students against protest on fuel price hike

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has dissociated itself from the planned protest by the Southwest Zone D ...

Covid forces world leaders to meet virtually during UNGA session

Prime Minister Imran Khan scheduled to address the world body on Sept 25.

FATF-related, other bills likely to be tabled in NA, Senate

Two calling notices on NA agenda — one for not opening schools in cold areas from Aug and increase in prices of essential items.

Covid-19: Government to discuss right to protest, says Coveney

Minster says balance must be found following weekend demonstrations

Derry cousins killed in double road fatality in England

THE funerals will take place later today of two young Derry cousins who were killed in a road crash in England.

NGOs Could Swear Palestinian Veto of Arab-Israel Normalization Enshrined In Law

“It’s all political, and if an Arab country wants to normalize, they can just do it? That can’t be.”

Edo election: Oshiomhole says car crash a natural accident

Adams Oshiomhole, former national chairman of All Progressives Congress, has finally lifted the lids on the road accident in which his convoy was involved.

Constitution Review: Senate panel to resist pressures, says Omo-Agege

Deputy Senate President and Chairman of the Senate Ad Hoc Committee on Review of the 1999 Constitution, Ovie Omo-Agege ..

APC: PDP, Obasanjo, Atiku lack moral right to condemn govt

The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Sunday flayed former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Vice President Atiku ...

Drunk game scout arrested for losing gun

A game scout has been arrested for losing his firearm to a gold panner who went on to use the gun to threaten someone.

Game scout loses firearm to rowdy panner

A GAME scout has been arrested for losing his firearm to a gold panner who went on to use the gun to threaten someone. Rodrick Sibanda (43), a game scout at Johnsly Ranch in West Nicholson, was convicted on his own plea of guilty to failure to prevent a firearm from falling into the possession of an unauthorised person by Gwanda magistrate, Mr Ndumiso Khumalo. He was ordered to pay a $1 200 fine or sentenced to 14 days imprisonment in case of default. In addition, he was sentenced to one month imprisonment which was wholly suspended on condition that he does not commit a similar offence within the next two years. Prosecuting, Miss Glenda Nare said Rodrick was drunk when he lost his firearm to Nkosilathi Ndlovu.

Drunk game scout arrested for losing gun

A GAME scout has been arrested for losing his firearm to a gold panner who went on to use the gun to threaten someone. Rodrick Sibanda (43), a game scout at Johnsly Ranch in West Nicholson, was convicted on his own plea of guilty to failure to prevent a firearm from falling into the possession of an unauthorised person by Gwanda magistrate, Mr Ndumiso Khumalo. He was ordered to pay a $1 200 fine or in default 14 days imprisonment. In addition, he was sentenced to one month imprisonment which was wholly suspended on condition that he does not commit a similar offence within the next two years. Prosecuting, Miss Glenda Nare said Rodrick was drunk when he lost his firearm to Nkosilathi Ndlovu. “On 5 September at around 5AM Rodrick reported for work at the ranch while armed with a shotgun. At around 7PM he went to Mr Sazini Sibanda’s tent along Umzingwane River while drunk carrying the firearm.

School, colleges reopening in Pakistan from September 15 amid COVID-19 crisis

Schools in Pakistan will begin reopening in phases from tomorrow i.e. September 15, ending a long closure that led to exam cancellations and threw students' grades into chaos.

NY Times Poll: Trump and Biden in Statistical Tie in NH and NV

President Trump is statistically tied with Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden in the battleground states New Hampshire and Nevada.

Covid kit ‘scam’ hits Yogi govt, opposition says SIT an eyewash as it has CM’s close officers

The ‘scam’ came to light after BJP MLA from Sultanpur wrote to the CM. Soon reports of similar scam in other districts started pouring in. Govt says guilty won’t be spared.

Economic recovery is top priority for new Shropshire Council chief executive

Kickstarting the county’s economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic and supporting residents through the uncertain times ahead have been cited as the top priorities of Shropshire Council’s incoming chief executive.

Companies fear detention of staff in China

Dozens of Australian companies have begun reviewing plans to send employees back to China and assessing risks for those on the ground.

Theresa May's former legal chief Geoffrey Cox says it would be 'unconscionable' for Boris Johnson's government to over-ride the withdrawal agreement as Tory Brexit civil war grows

MPs are preparing for tonight's vote on the controversial Internal Market Bill. Geoffrey Cox last night became the most prominent Tory MP to oppose the controversial bill.

***Live Updates*** Trump Holds Nevada Rally

President Donald Trump will hold a Sunday evening rally in Las Vegas, Nevada. Stay tuned to Breitbart News for live updates. All times Eastern.  | 2020 Election

Monsoon Session of Parliament to begin today; COVID-19, India-China row, economic slowdown in focus

The Monsoon session in Parliament generally takes place around mid-July but this year it got delayed in the wake of rising coronavirus cases in the country

PM Imran calls for chemical castration of rapists

In latest interview, PM Imran talks governance in Punjab, opposition parties criticism of the govt and other issues

Light rains likely in North-East Delhi, parts of UP today: IMD

In its weather bulletin issued on Sunday, IMD predicted light rains over isolated places in North-East Delhi on Monday.

RCAF jet was broadcasting British identifier code during flights

Military says this was not an intentional attempt to mislead flight trackers but caused by an electrical glitch

Judge freezes High Court’s compensation order for Narayanganj mosque victims

The chamber judge of the Supreme Court’s Appellate Division has frozen the High Court order on Titas Gas to compensate the victims of the deadly blasts at a Narayanganj mosque.

‘Open up your state’: Trump defies Nevada Gov. with indoor rally near Las Vegas

President Trump on Sunday night held an indoor rally at a warehouse outside Las Vegas where he called the state’s governor a “political hack” and urged him to “open up your state.” Speaking

Trump defies Nevada governor with indoor rally near Las Vegas

President Trump on Sunday night held an indoor rally at a warehouse outside Las Vegas where he called the state’s governor a “political hack” and urged him to “open up your state.”

The Coming Crisis of Legitimacy

Whether Biden or Trump emerges as the winner, millions of Americans will likely believe that their candidate was robbed.

Time for innovation in the U.S.-Japan alliance

China’s offensive maneuvering will continue for some time. In response, the U.S. and Japan have no choice but to work on reaffirming and strengthening their alliance.

EU's Barnier and UK's Frost take Brexit frustrations onto Twitter

Michel Barnier and his British counterpart David Frost took their Brexit frustrations onto Twitter with a very public argument about food imports.

India welcomes U.S.-Maldives defence agreement

Changed stance indicates growing closeness with Washington

Swara Bhaskar, Mehbooba Mufti, Prakash Raj protest Umar Khalid arrest, Patra, Bagga rejoice

The most politically correct and incorrect tweets of the day from across the political spectrum.

The Hospital System Sent Patients With Coronavirus Home to Die. Louisiana Legislators Are Demanding an Investigation.

The Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus called the practice of sending infected coronavirus patients home to die “disturbing” after ProPublica found that one New Orleans hospital system had done so…

The 'Living with Covid' plan - from sports and household gatherings allowed at Level 1 to a return to lockdown at Level 5

The Government is finalising its medium-term plan for living with Covid-19.

Restrictions return in Jakarta as hospitals, cemeteries fill up

Jakarta, Indonesia - Adang has been a gravedigger in Indonesia's capital for six years - but he has never had to work this hard.

My silence doesn’t imply that I don’t have solutions: Uddhav

PARLIAMENT AGAIN

Parliament starts its delayed Monsoon Session today for a fortnight’s deliberations and for conduct of important business. The last session ended right when Covid came calling, and life was brought to a standstill. Covid-induced social distancing nor

Biden votes in person for Delaware primary

Joe Biden went to the polls Monday for the Delaware primary despite calls from him and other Democrats that the coronavirus pandemic demands a dramatic increase in mail-in voting.

China sends hardcore ambassadors to South Asia to push BRI and undermine India

The United Front Works Department has more power in the Chinese system than the foreign ministry and the appointment of UFWD officials to ambassadorial positions in South Asia indicates the seriousness in which China is pushing its influence in the region.

Millions of donations from ‘unemployed’ to liberal causes spark accusations of foreign influence

Almost half of the donations received by ActBlue, a massive liberal fundraising platform, in 2019 were from “unemployed” donors.

Police in Kwara prosecute 20 alleged rape cases in six months

Ajayi Okasanmi, Police Public Relations Officer of the command, told the News Agency of Nigeria in Ilorin that the alleged rape cases happened between February and August.

Sitaram Yechury, Yogendra Yadav not accused in Delhi riots case, clarify police

The charge-sheeting on Delhi riots mentioning the names of Sitaram Yechury, Yogendra Yadav and Jayati Ghosh among others has triggered a controversy but police on Sunday clarified that none of them

As wildfires rage, US voters still divided on climate

Wildfires are burning out of control in the western United States, cities are choking on toxic air, and Hurricane Laura battered the Gulf Coast just weeks ago.

Bengaluru youth, who helped many join ISIS, killed in Syria: Report

Faiz Masood, a business management graduate belonging to a wealthy family from Bengaluru, has been missing for nearly seven years. He was suspected to have joined the Islamic State and now has been

Coronavirus: Nicola Sturgeon seeks 'urgent' talks over testing backlog

Scotland's first minister says she has "very serious concerns" about an apparent delay in processing tests.

Britain's testing fiasco hits a new low: NO tests are available in Bolton or ANY of the 10 Covid-19 hotspots in England as Nicola Sturgeon accuses Matt Hancock of trying to restrict testing in Scotland

Bolton, Salford, Bradford and Blackburn all currently have no tests available for coronavirus. Those trying to book one receive a message saying the service is 'currently very busy'.

Buhari Couldn’t Have Been President Without Obasanjo – Bamgbose Blast Garba Shehu

A Chieftain of the New Nigerian Peoples Party, Olusegun Bamgbose, has attacked President Muhammadu Buhari’s Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, over his comment against former President, Olusegun Obasanjo. Bamgbose in a statement released on Monday warned the presidential aide to watch his statement when defending Buhari. Recall that Garba Shehu, in an […]

Cabinet member hits back over 'safe streets' delay criticism

Shropshire Council has defended its delay in implementing car-free zones outside the county’s schools after criticism that measures were not in place by the start of term.

Naya Rivera’s Autopsy Reveals She Cried For “Help” Before Drowning

The autopsy report of late Glee star Naya Rivera who drowned in July this year has revealed that she called for help before she drowned. The 33-year-old had gone boating with her 4-year-old son Josey at Lake Piru, a man-made reservoir in the Los Padres National Forest in Ventura County, California. on July 8. The […]

Daily record of 307,900 coronavirus cases confirmed globally, says WHO

The number of coronavirus cases confirmed across the world in the past 24 hours stands at a record high of nearly 308,000, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO)

Germany Can Take Substantially More Migrants From Greece’s Moria Camp, Says Leader of CSU

Almost 13,000 people have been sleeping rough after a migrant camp on the Greek island of Lesbos was destroyed in a fire. The incident has reignited the debate on how...

Military Says 'Terrorist Commander' Killed In Northwestern Pakistan

The Pakistani military says it has killed a “terrorist” commander and three other militants in the country’s northwest.

Trial date set for former Defence Forces member Lisa Smith

Lisa Smith will go on trial in 2022.A trial date has been set for the former member of the Defen...

Edo election: Oshiomhole speaks on Obaseki’s power of incumbency

Adams Oshiomhole, former chairman of APC, says he never would have believed that he could be betrayed by Governor Godwin Obaseki, his successor in Edo state.

Trump Signs New Order to Slash Drug Prices to ‘Same Low Price Big Pharma Gives Other Countries’

US President Donald Trump's Sunday tweet was short on details of his latest order targeting the pharmaceutical business, but the text posted on the White House website...

Adoke alleges indictment by FG’s counsel in Malabu case

Former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Mohammed Adoke (SAN), has petitioned the current AGF, Abubakar Malami (SAN), over his indictment by Nigeria’s counsel, Lucio Lucia, at the ongoing trial of Shell and others by a Milan Court in Italy.

63% mortality in seniors, BMC ups screening

Civic body launches special drive in the city to document oxygen levels, comorbidities and Covid-like symptoms of everyone aged above 60

Gardaí ask for help to find missing Tallaght man Andrew Fogarty

Gardaí are seeking the public's help in finding a missing man in Tallaght.Andrew Fogarty was reported missing from the Belgard Square area.

We’ve perfected measures to stop money laundering, terrorism financing — Lottery DG

Essentially, the new technology-based measures are being attained through information and intelligence sharing with the relevant agencies and arms of government, according to the Head of Public Affairs for the commission, Magnus Ekechukwu, who spoke to journalists at the sideline of a workshop on Effects of Hate Speech, Fake News, Financial and Cyber crimes on National Security in Nasarawa State on behalf of the Director General of the Commission, Lanre Gbajabiamila, over the weekend.

Lottery Commission moves against money laundering, others

The National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) has said it had taken measures to deter money laundering, financing of ...

Senior bureaucrat Rajesh Khullar appointed Executive Director, World Bank

Senior bureaucrat Rajesh Khullar has been appointed as Executive Director, World Bank, Washington, a Personnel Ministry order issued on Monday said

Senior bureaucrat Rajesh Khullar appointed Executive Director, World Bank

Khullar, a 1988-batch IAS officer, is currently serving in his cadre state Haryana. He is the principal secretary to Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar.

Govt names new executive directors to World Bank, ADB

The Government on Monday decided to send Rajesh Khullar to World Bank and Sameer Kumar Khare to Asian Development Bank as Executive Director. The Appointment Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), under the

NCC emergency centres processed 1,500 COVID-19-related calls –Danbatta

Temiloluwa O’Peters The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Prof Umar Danbatta, has disclosed that over 1,500 COVID-19-related calls were rec...

Consumer watchdog sues Samsung over ethical business claims

A new lawsuit places Samsung's claims of running an ethical business into question, calling attention to alleged child labor in African cobalt mines. French consumer watchdog UFC-Que Choisir initiate