PM Shinzo Abe declares end to Japan's coronavirus emergency

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has lifted a state of emergency in Tokyo and four other areas that were still under coronavirus restrictions, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy and calling on people to adapt to a "new normal".

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.

‘Japan model’ has beaten coronavirus, Shinzo Abe declares

Prime minister lifts state of emergency nationwide after seven weeks of shutdown

Boris Johnson’s decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means ‘more people will die’ from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers

A scientist who advises the UK government on the coronavirus says Boris Johnson’s support for an aide who breached lockdown rules has undermined efforts to fight the pandemic and warned that “more people are going to die” as a result.

Boris Johnson's decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means 'more people will die' from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers

Professor Stephen Reicher said Boris Johnson had "trashed" his own government's advice on the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.

'People will die' after Boris defends Cummings for 'undermining lockdown'

People observed lockdown because they thought 'we're all in this together', a government scientist has said.

Boris Johnson's decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means 'more people will die' from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Professor Stephen Reicher said Boris Johnson had "trashed" his own government's advice on the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

States wanting migrants from Uttar Pradesh will need to seek permission from UP govt: CM Yogi Adityanath

Facing flak from different quarters over the plight of the migrant workers returning home from other parts of the country, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, in an apparent bid to douse

States wanting migrants from Uttar Pradesh may soon need to seek permission as CM Yogi Adityanath moots 2-point strategy

In a two-pronged strategy to secure migrant workers, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of such labourers in the state and made it clear that any

UP CM Yogi Adityanath moots 2-point strategy for migrants

During an interaction with the RSS-affiliated publications 'Panchjanya' and 'Organiser' on Sunday, he said that as per feedback received from migrant workers who reached Uttar Pradesh, safeguarding their rights should get utmost attention and importance.

Myanmar updates UN court on ‘confidential’ Rohingya measures

AMSTERDAM, May 25 — Myanmar has filed a report on its adherence to measures to protect its Rohingya Muslim minority imposed by the United Nations’ highest court, but details of the document have not been published. Mainly-Muslim Gambia filed a suit against Myanmar in November at the...

Myanmar updates top U.N. court on measures to protect Rohingya minority

AMSTERDAM – Myanmar has filed a first report with the U.N.’s highest court on its adherence to measures imposed in January to protect the Muslim minority Rohingya, the court said on Monday.

Myanmar updates U.N. court on 'confidential' Rohingya measures

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Myanmar has filed a report on its adherence to measures to protect its Rohingya Muslim minority imposed by the United Nations’ highest court, but details of the document have not been published.

Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank

RAMALLAH, May 25 — Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen tomorrow in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said today. The Palestinian Authority declared a health emergency in March and imposed lockdowns after the...

Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank

RAMALLAH — Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen on Tuesday in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said on Monday.

Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank

RAMALLAH, West Bank (Reuters) - Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen on Tuesday in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said on Monday.

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

China on Monday threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on Hong Kong, that the business hub’s security chief hailed as a new tool that would defeat “terrorism”.

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

Hong Kong security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as China security laws loom

Hong Kong's security chief said "terrorism" was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing's plans to ...

Police must establish whether Cummings potentially broke law, commissioner says

The acting Durham police, crime and victims commissioner said there was a ‘plethora’ of additional information which deserved examination.

Police must establish whether Cummings potentially broke law, commissioner says

The acting Durham police, crime and victims commissioner said there was a ‘plethora’ of additional information which deserved examination.

Police asked to investigate Dominic Cummings over coronavirus lockdown trip

Durham Police has been asked to "establish the facts concerning any potential breach of the law" surrounding Dominic Cummings' visit to the county.

France to clamp down on illegal motorbike 'rodeo' rides

PARIS — The French government is to step up plans to clamp down on illegal motorbike “rodeo” rides, which often spark conflict between youths and the police in poor areas, it said on Monday.

France to clamp down on illegal motorbike 'rodeo' rides

PARIS (Reuters) - The French government is to step up plans to clamp down on illegal motorbike “rodeo” rides, which often spark conflict between youths and the police in poor areas, it said on Monday.

High Court hears case of unknown 'John Doe' in psychiatric hospital for over 30 years

An elderly man has remained in a psychiatric hospital here for more than 30 years without his true identity having ever been established, the High Court has heard.

Unidentified man has been in Irish psychiatric hospital for 30 years

Efforts to establish John Doe’s true identity or find next of kin have failed, court hears

One dead, three injured when wall collapses in KZN

One person was killed and three others injured when a boundary wall collapsed in Inanda, north of Durban, on Monday.

One dead, three injured when wall collapses in KZN

One person was killed and three others injured when a boundary wall collapsed in Inanda, north of Durban, on Monday.

Herat Roads Crowded During Eid Despite Lockdown

Despite orders of provincial officials in Herat--a COVID-19 hotspot--to stay locked-down and practice social distancing, footage shows crowded roads and streets during the Eid holiday. 

Herat Roads Crowded During Eid Despite Lockdown

Despite orders of provincial officials in Herat--a COVID-19 hotspot--to stay locked-down and practice social distancing, footage shows crowded roads and streets during the Eid holiday. 

Exclusive! Akshay Kumar, R Balki shoot at Kamalistan studio; Alia Bhatt’s ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ first film to go on floors post lockdown

The clouds of lockdown are still looming large over Bollywood.

Exclusive! Akshay Kumar, R Balki shoot at Kamalistan studio; Alia Bhatt’s ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ first film to go on floors post lockdown

The clouds of lockdown are still looming large over Bollywood.

In Pictures: Basking on the beach in bank holiday sunshine

Sun-seekers seized the opportunity to top up their tans.

In Pictures: Basking on the beach in bank holiday sunshine

Sun-seekers seized the opportunity to top up their tans.

Paul Cairns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’

THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Cairns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…

Paul Kearns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’

THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Kearns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…

Coronavirus lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan

Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.The district magistrates of Hamirpur and Solan issued orders Monday extending the curfew in their areas up to June 30

Coronavirus | Lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh’s Hamirpur, Solan

Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.

Why China’s move to rein in Hong Kong is just the start

China’s move to strip away another layer of Hong Kong’s autonomy was not a rash impulse. It was a deliberate act, months in the making. It took into account the risks of international umbrage and reached the reasonable assumption that there would not be a significant geopolitical price to pay.

Beijing draws the line with Hong Kong

The world can't afford to be indifferent to Chinese behavior that flouts international norms and ignores obligations that Beijing has accepted.

Confusion reigns in Telangana airport as flights get cancelled

Only 40 of the 120 flights that were scheduled to land or take off from the GMR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport were operated.

Chaos at GMR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport as many domestic flights get cancelled

Almost 120 flights were supposed to land or take flight today but only 40 were operated.

Gurdwara attacked in UK hate-crime, thousands of pounds worth damage caused

Labour MP Preet Kaur Gill regretted the incident: “Very sad to see an attack on any place of worship. Thoughts are with the Derby sangat who have been providing 500 meals a day from Guru Arjan Dev Gurdwara”.

Gurdwara attacked in UK hate crime; damage worth thousands of pounds on premises

Amid demands to arrest accused, who was caught on CCTV, gurdwara management says no one was injured in the incident and the clean-up process has begun

Kidnapped captain of Portugal-flagged ship freed-Bulgaria

SOFIA (Reuters) - The Bulgarian captain of a Portuguese-flagged cargo ship who was kidnapped along with seven other sailors by pirates off the coast of Benin last month, has been freed, Bulgaria’s foreign ministry said on Monday.

Kidnapped captain of Portugal-flagged ship freed-Bulgaria

The captain of the container ship Tommi Ritscher, which was attacked at the port of Cotonou in the Gulf of Guinea on April 19, was already in an European country and would soon return to Bulgaria, the ministry said in a statement. The ministry said it has been in close coordination with the ship'

Attacker attempts to stab Israeli officer, shot: police

CAIRO: Libya’s coast guard intercepted about 400 Europe-bound migrants off the country’s Mediterranean coast over the past two days, and brought them to the capital of Tripoli from where they were taken to a detention center, the UN migration agency said Monday. Safa Msehli, a spokeswoman for the International Organization for Migration said the migrants were taken to the

UN: Libya coast guard intercepts, detains about 400 migrants

CAIRO — Libya’s coast guard intercepted about 400 Europe-bound migrants off the country’s Mediterranean coast over the past two days, and brought them to the capital of Tripoli from where they were taken to a detention centre, the U.N. migration agency said Monday.

Exclusive: Ukraine’s anti-graft bureau probes state tender for medical suits

Kiev– Ukrainian anti-corruption officials are investigating a tender for 71,000 hospital protective suits during the coronavirus pandemic after the government for the first time bypassed its own procurement rules in the health sector.

Exclusive: Ukraine's anti-graft bureau probes state tender for medical suits

KIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian anti-corruption officials are investigating a tender for 71,000 hospital protective suits during the coronavirus pandemic after the government for the first time bypassed its own procurement rules in the health sector.

SC allows Air India to operate flights with middle seats filled for next ten days

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde conducted an urgent hearing on Eid holiday through video conferencing to hear the appeals

SC allows Air India to fly for ten days with middle seats filled in scheduled aircraft

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde conducted an urgent hearing on Eid holiday through video conferencing to hear the appeals of the Central government and Air India.

Qatar's invasive coronavirus tracing app incites privacy backlash

Qatar's contac­t tracin­g app forces Androi­d users to permit access to their pictur­e and video galler­ies

Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash

Privacy concerns over Qatar's coronavirus contact tracing app, a tool that is mandatory on pain of prison, have prompted a rare backlash and ...

Two militants killed in Kulgam gunfight, operation on: IGP Kashmir

Two militants were killed in an ongoing gunfight with the security forces in Khur Hanjipora area of South Kashmir's Kulgam district on Monday, reports

Two unidentified militants killed in ongoing encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam

Two unidentified militants were killed in an ongoing encounter with security forces in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Monday. The gunfight erupted early Monday morning after army’s 34-Rashtriya

Syria records 20 new coronavirus cases in largest single-day increase

DAMASCUS — Syria reported 20 new cases of the novel coronavirus on Monday, the largest single-day increase to date, the health ministry said.

Attacker attempts to stab Israeli officer, shot: police

DAMASCUS: Syria reported 20 new cases of the novel coronavirus on Monday, the largest single-day increase to date, the health ministry said. The war-torn country has recorded 106 infections and four deaths so far, and new cases have increased in recent days with the return of Syrians from abroad, the ministry said.

Man arrested for double murder in Mysuru

The police arrested a man for killing two people in connection with a minor accident. The accused killed the duo on Sunday and the police arrest him early on Monday. Jayapura police arrested Yogesh,

Man arrest for double murder in Mysuru

The police arrested a man for killing two people in connection with a minor accident. The accused killed the duo on Sunday and the police arrest him early on Monday. Jayapura police arrested Yogesh,

Coronavirus: Senior UAE health officials visit Expo Centre Field Hospital

Visit was undertaken to boost morale of health professionals and patients

Coronavirus: Senior UAE health officials visit Expo Centre Field Hospital

Visit was undertaken to boost morale of health professionals and patients

Under strict rules, India resumes domestic flights after two months

West Bengal urged government to postpone resumption of passenger flights to Kolkata as it focuses on rescue work of Cyclone Amphan

Flights resume but be prepared for cancellations, rescheduling, delays

Maharashtra agrees to 50 flights and Telangana 30 after much haggling between Centre and states

A year after Theo's disappearance, Hayez family searches for answers

The family of missing Belgian backpacker Theo Hayez is pleading for anyone with information to come forward as the one year anniversary of his disappearance approaches. 

A year after Theo's disappearance, Hayez family searches for answers

The family of missing Belgian backpacker Theo Hayez is pleading for anyone with information to come forward as the one year anniversary of his disappearance approaches. 

Kindergarten pupil tests positive for virus ahead of expanded school reopening

A kindergarten pupil in Seoul, South Korea, has been infected with the novel coronavirus, the city’s education office said on Monday.The development...

Seoul kindergarten student tests COVID-19 positive

Seoul kindergarten student tests COVID-19 positive: A kindergarten student in Seoul has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the South Korean capital city's education office .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Piyush Goyal’s 2 am tweet: ‘Where is list for 125 trains from Maharashtra?’

Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Railways Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday had already engaged in a war of words over the running of Shramik special trains

‘Notifying Only 41 Shramik Trains For Maharashtra, Despite Being Prepared For 125’: Railways Minister Piyush Goyal

State's Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Thackeray had asserted that his Government had the list of migrant workers ready.

Aide to British PM at centre of scandal to make statement, says media

LONDON, May 25 — Dominic Cummings, a close adviser to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson who is facing calls for his resignation over a trip that many believe broke coronavirus lockdown rules, will make a public statement today, Sky News and ITV reported. — Reuters

Aide to British PM at centre of scandal to make statement: media

LONDON (Reuters) - Dominic Cummings, a close adviser to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson who is facing calls for his resignation over a trip that many believe broke coronavirus lockdown rules, will make a public statement on Monday, Sky News and ITV reported.

Police arrest man suspected of killing his Tinder date

Police say a Utah man was arrested early Sunday morning on suspicion of murder after he allegedly reported the death of a 25-year-old woman he’d met on the dating app Tinder,

Police arrest Utah man suspected of killing his Tinder date

A Utah man was arrested Sunday on suspicion of murder after police say he told authorities he killed a 25-year-old woman he had met on the popular dating app Tinder.

Coronavirus Update: Death Tally Crosses 4K Mark, Total Cases Reach 1,38,845; Here’s The Latest State-Wise Data

A record 6,977 new coronavirus cases and 154 more fatalities were reported in the last 24 hours in India, taking the total number of such cases on Monday (25 May) to 1,38,845, a Health Ministry data revealed.

Record 6,977 new COVID-19 cases in India in last 24 hours; death toll climbs to 4,021

India registered biggest single day spike of COVID-19 cases for the fourth consecutive day on Monday with 6,977 new infections, reported in the last 24

NAF trains 94 Special Forces, 35 personnel in RTC Bauchi – Air Chief

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal (AM) Sadique Abubakar said that 94 Special Forces (SF) and 35 personnel had been trained at..

NAF trains 94 Special Forces, 35 personnel in RTC Bauchi – Air Chief

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal (AM) Sadique Abubakar said that 94 Special Forces (SF) and 35 personnel had been trained

Seven Ukrainian sailors released from pirate captivity in Africa

Their vessel was heading from the port of Lomé (Togo) to the port of Libreville (Gabon) when pirates attacked.

Volkswagen loses landmark German case as diesel owners stand to receive damages

The ‘dieselgate’ scandal has so far cost Volkswagen more than $32.7 billion in damages and regulatory fines

BREAKING Dominic Cummings to make public statement today over coronavirus lockdown trip

The top aide is set to give an unprecedented statement this afternoon and could take questions from the press after he was personally defended by PM Boris Johnson

Coronavirus: Families of disabled people are still being asked to sign unlawful DNR orders

EXCLUSIVE Labour urged the government to "provide clarity" to healthcare workers to prevent the families of vulnerable people feeling pressure to wrongly sign the orders

Man who couldn't hold wife's hand when she died of coronavirus shares Cummings 'rage'

John Wilson, from Whitchurch, Buckinghamshire, says the UK's coronavirus lockdown prevented him from seeing his wife Pauline in hospital for two weeks before she died

'Dominic Cummings should be ashamed - I missed my brother's funeral in lockdown'

Diane Nowell, who couldn't visit or comfort her heartbroken parents due to the Government's rules, says the "Dominic Cummingses" of the world "can flout the rules because they make the rules"

Violent fight filmed breaking out on plane after ‘one passenger touches another’

The scrap broke out on the Ural Airlines Airbus A320 which had social distancing in place after the plane had flown from the Black Sea resort Sochi to Russian capital Moscow

Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas

Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards Dausa district.

NCP chief Sharad Pawar meets Maharashtra Governor

Senior NCP leader Praful Patel said, “It was a routine meeting between them. It was not about any particular political issue or topic”.

Here’s how COVID-19 has changed the rules of eating out

As restaurants fire up their cooking ranges and open their doors for takeaways, there is a mixed response from the people about ordering out

Producers Guild of India suggests stringent rules for film production

Exhaustive SOPs provided for every department from casting and costumes to editing and voice overs.

More healthcare providers test positive for COVID-19 in Chennai

Doctors, nurses and paramedical staff among the worst-hit, say officials

Father, son arrested for murder

A 40-year-old man was murdered allegedly by two persons at Avarampatti village in Vaiyampatti police station limits in the district on Sunday. Vaiyampatti police arrested S. Arokiasamy, 58, and his so

Celebrations low key in Vijayapura

Following the nation-wide lockdown and prohibition by the government on mass religious activities, Eid-ul-fitr festival remained completely low key and simple here.Eidgah, the central place where spec

Suicide note written by pro wrestler and ‘Terrace House’ star Hana Kimura discovered

An apparent suicide note written by Hana Kimura, the 22-year-old professional wrestler and cast member of the internationally popular Netflix reality show

Ukraine's Mriya giant brings medical cargo to Canada to fight COVID-19 (Photo, video)

The total weight of the batch is 130 tonnes.

Muirhevnamor residents complain about rubbish lying in estate for 'more than a year' - Talk of the Town

Residents in Muirhevnamor have complained about a quantity of illegally dumped rubbish that has been lying in the estate for more than a year. The rubbish, which has now attracted rates, is located behind houses at Road 2 and Crescent 1 in the estate. One local woman told Talk of the Town that she has...Read More→

Furloughed Eurostar workers are helping language students amid school closures

A number of French-speaking Eurostar employees are reportedly helping language students while they are furloughed due to the travel restrictions in place...

Jeffrey Epstein: Up to 130 people claim they could be child of dead financier with £470m fortune

More than 100 people claim they could be the offspring of the deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein, who is thought to have had a personal fortune of around £470 million.A DNA company, which set up a website called epsteinheirs.com, said as many as 130 people had come forward – including a number of Britons

Hong Kong Restaurants Are Going to Great Lengths to Protect Diners From Coronavirus. Here’s What They Could Teach the U.S.

Hong Kong hasn't recorded a cluster of coronavirus cases related to restaurants since late March. Here's how eateries are protecting customers

Comedian Vir Das' Neighbour Sneezes On Him During Altercation, Threatens to Slap Him | Watch Viral Video

Explaining what had happened, Das said he was helping his friend, who lives three houses away from him, by providing him dinner during the lockdown when the incident happened.

Lockdown 4.0: After Fresh Spike in Cases, Ghaziabad to Seal Border With Delhi Once Again

In a statement today, the district administration said that those providing essential services won't need passes and their IDs will be sufficient.

CEO of Conference of Presidents Says Coronavirus Gave New Life to Old Anti-Semitism

OMG, the next line there should have been: "If we weren't optimists, we never would have picked up our suitcases and made Aliyah…"

Racial divide of coronavirus is real, so are innovations that can help

News about the novel coronavirus, which has now claimed over 90,000 American lives, is all around us. A subtext told in this reporting is the painful story of the pandemic’s devastating effect on people of color.

Protests in Berlin over government's lockdown response

Experts say that the demonstrations come from a variety of different political camps united by a shared distrust in the state

Irish receiving Trump’s $1,200 checks in error could be banned from USA

Hundreds of Irish J-1 visa holders no longer living in the United States have accidentally received economic impact payments during the COVID-19 pandemic, and cashing the checks could affect any future attempts to enter the US. The $1,200 payment was sent to a significant number of former J-1 students in April...

Gavin Williamson backs Dominic Cummings as Black Country Tory MPs keep quiet

Gavin Williamson has defended Dominic Cummings over allegations that he breached Government lockdown rules, insisting that "at no stage" did he break the law.

Plans to reopen Staffordshire schools spark concerns

Plans to reopen schools to some pupils next week have sparked concerns from parents about children’s health – and a community leader has said that the move is not suitable for all.

Coronavirus News: Beware of ravenous rats, CDC warns

The CDC is warning of "unusual or aggressive rodent behavior" among rats, starved by the coronavirus pandemic lockdown.

Mnangagwa running out of time

PRESSURE is mounting on the country's political leadership to put their differences aside and hold much-needed dialogue to help end the country's deepening econ...

Pedestrian seriously injured in Harlem hit and run accident

A 57-year-old was hit by a black Jeep Grand Cherokee on Sunday night at the intersection of West 125th Street and Lenox Avenue in Harlem, police said.

Delhi sizzles at 45 degrees celsius, rain expected after 4 days, says India Meteorological Department

India Meteorological Department said rainfall with thunderstorm are expected after four days in Delhi.

Interim victims' commissioner will consider his 'situation' over damaging leak

The Interim Victims' Commissioner said he will consider his "situation" if he is found to be culpable for a major data breach which led to hundreds of victims of historical institutional abuse having their identities exposed.

Farmer names his bull after Nelson Chamisa

MDC leader Nelson Chamisa has granted a Beatrice farmer to name his newly purchased bull after him citing that the beast reminds him of Chamisa's tenacious figh...

Viral DP Ruto’s impeachment motion fake, says House Clerk

House Clerk Michael Sialai said that the document was false and did not originate from the Parliament.

France's cultural industry eager to bounce back after lockdown

In France, the month of May is usually synonymous with the Cannes Film Festival. But this year, the world's biggest movie extravaganza did not take place due to the coronavirus pandemic. Whether it's…

Australia's most populous state braces for travel chaos as schools, offices reopen

Australia's most populous state on Monday deployed hundreds of crowd control staff to enforce social distancing on public transport amid an ...

Martin Hellwig On The Recent German Constitutional Court Ruling And Its Potential Eurozone Implications

The German Constitutional Court is fighting a battle that effectively harms central bank independence, and this could have serious implications for the future o

NEW UPDATE: Payments awarded for Covid-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment and Enhanced Illness Benefit

Welfare

Arbery family lawyer: Feds looking into how case handled

ATLANTA — A lawyer for the family of Ahmaud Arbery said Monday that a federal prosecutor told the slain man’s mother federal officials are investigating potential misconduct by local officials who handled the case. Lawyer Lee Merritt said U.S. Attorney Bobby Christine, whose jurisdiction includes southern Georgia, met with him and Arbery’s mother, Wanda Cooper-Jones, …

Poison control sees spike in calls of children, adults ingesting hand sanitizer

The B.C. Poison Control Centre recorded a sharp spike last month in children and adults accidentally ingesting hand sanitizer.

Four more COVID-19 deaths at Langley care home, max still 50 vehicles for outdoor events

All four COVID-19 deaths in B.C. over the past 48 hours were at Langley Lodge, which is experiencing a second outbreak.

UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic. Conservative leader Johnson is standing by adviser Dominic Cummings, who drove 250 miles (400 kms) from his London home …

Murtaza Wahab concerned over rise in number of Covid-19 cases in children

Murtaza Wahab concerned over rise in number of Covid-19 cases in children

Russian Prosecutor Seeks Lengthy Prison Term For American On Spying Charges

Russian prosecutors have asked a Moscow court to find former Marine Paul Whelan guilty of espionage -- a charge Whelan and U.S. officials vehemently deny -- and sentence him to 18 years in prison.

Mary Lou McDonald is living proof that the real struggle now is about who gets to tell the story of the Troubles... perpetrators or victims

After three decades under a man who insists that despite growing up oppressed by the Brits in west Belfast he never once joined the IRA, Sinn Fein now has a leader who, despite being born in a leafy, middle-class area of Dublin, says "there'd be every chance" she would have joined the IRA if she'd been in the same boat. It's a wonder republican voters can keep up.

U.S calls for probe against AfDB president

The intervention by the Treasury, the AfDB’s biggest non-African shareholder, comes two weeks after the ethics committee found no evidence to support allegations of favoritism by Adesina. The 60-yea

All of a Sudden, He Became a Blockbuster Hero

He has been spending Rs. 65,000 to Rs. 2 lakhs per bus with a lot of paperwork and permissions

Sri Lanka cricket star held on drug charge

Cricket News: Sri Lankan police have detained international cricketer Shehan Madushanka on a charge of possessing heroin, officials said Monday.

Bengaluru: Five-year-old boy flies back home alone after 2 months

A 5-year-old boy flew back home to the city alone on Monday after remaining stranded in Delhi for two months.

Keeping on eye on facilities

With restrictions being lifted, the City of Pentiction is reminding visitors of parks, beaches and outdoor facilities to be aware of COVID-19 safety measures.

Camping website back up

UPDATE 11:30 a.m. The provincial government’s Discover Camping reservation system is more stable after a crush of web traffic brought it down Monday morning.

Snowbirds heading home

Members of the Snowbirds are making their way to Moose Jaw today, where the team is based.

Disinformation and elections

British Columbia's chief electoral officer is recommending the government make several changes to protect the provincial electoral process from foreign interference, misleading advertising and impersonation.

Town hall back in business

The Township of Spallumcheen is back open for walk-in business.

The problem with comparing health care workers to soldiers on Memorial Day

Drawing a line between front-line workers and the military misses the point.

Eamon Ryan says he wasn't thrown by letter that urged Catherine Martin to contest leadership

Government formation talks continue this week with a view to getting a government up and running by June.

Coronavirus Scotland: Just three registered Covid-19 deaths overnight as ICU numbers continue to fall

THREE more Scots have died from coronavirus overnight taking Scotland’s death toll to 2,273. There have now been 15,156 positive cases throughout the country – an increase of 55 from ye…

Yogi Adityanath govt says 14-day quarantine for passengers coming from abroad

'Passengers coming from foreign countries will need to give a letter of consent to the effect that they will stay in 14-day quarantine,'UP Home Department said.Domestic flight operations resumed today across the country except in Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal

Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude.Instead of lowering the altitude, the pilot responded by saying that he was satisfied

Six flights operating in Goa today, connecting Delhi, Bengaluru: Official

Goa airport tweeted that it received the first arrival flight from Bengaluru with 30 passengers on board and that another flight departed to Karnataka's capital with 84 passengers on board

Police swarm into Derby street as person seen on the ground in jitty

Man taken away in police van, witness says

In Philippine slums, heat, hunger take a toll under lockdown

MANILA (Reuters) - One by one, Michelle Asinto’s six children take the plate of rice doused in soy sauce and eat their share before passing it on.

Electronic voting in some Russian regions on extending Putin's term: election chief

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Remote electronic voting on constitutional changes that could greatly extend Russian President Vladimir Putin’s rule will be used in three or four regions but not rolled out nationwide, the Central Election Commission chief said in an interview.

Coronavirus Entente Cordiale Between the UK and France is Cancelled

The exemption from quarantine for travellers between the UK and France is now definitely in the column of killed ideas, as France has announced there's to be a 14-day quarantine requirement for all arrivals from the UK.

Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months

For the first time in more than two months, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made an in-person appearance for Memorial Day.

Ruth Langsford shocked at 'hairy' shopper for social distancing fail

"Suddenly this big hairy arm came across, literally a man leaning over me"

Gym closures force Kenyan sports champions to train by roadside

KISUMU, Kenya – Kenya taekwondo champion Vincent Ochieng usually trains in school sports halls in Kisumu, but now he is working out with hundreds of other people on the gritty surface of the western city’s biggest highway flyover.

Patriotic Poles led astray by mis-labelled Ukrainian cucumbers

WARSAW – Seeking to appeal to patriotic Poles, local supermarket Biedronka has been mis-labelling goods including Belgian carrots and Ukrainian cucumbers as homegrown, Poland’s anti-monopoly office said on Monday, as it launched an investigation.

Mother of Dutch PM has died at age 96 : government statement

AMSTERDAM – Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said on Monday his mother had died at the age of 96 on May 13.

Brazil's Marfrig says 25 workers test positive for COVID-19 at beef plant

SAO PAULO, May 25 (Reuters) - Brazilian meatpacker Marfrig said 25 employees at its Várzea Grande unit, in Mato Grosso state, tested positive for the novel coronavirus, according to a statement sent to Reuters on Monday. The company said it removed the infected workers from the production line and those who had come in contact with them to avoid further contamination. They are in isolation, Marfrig said, adding the plant remains open.

Atwoli: I am Not in Bad Terms With Ruto

Cotu Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has appeared to have a change of heart in the ongoing...

Did your father give you a job?: JD(U) MLA’s reply to a migrant worker’s query on employment

Randhir Kumar Soni defended himself saying that his remarks were directed at an individual he had known for a long time.

14 days Quarantine Compulsory for Citizens Coming from Abroad -

The UP government has issued a new guideline for travelers coming from abroad during the Corona period. According to this,

AIIMS Sanitation Supervisor Died due to Coronavirus, Posted in OPD -

A sanitation supervisor of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) died due to corona virus, he was 58 years

Mink farms: Up to 3 more people infected with coronavirus by animals

There may have been another case of mink to human coronavirus transmission at a second mink farm in the Netherlands. Three people who work at this mink farm have a coronavirus that has a genetic code

Kulgam woman’s test returns positive for COVID-19 after death, JK toll 23

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Knifeman on the loose after man, 20, stabbed in shoulder on Small Heath street

A man in his 20s was knifed in Kenelm Road, Small Heath just after 3.10am on Sunday morning, May 24

Karnataka BJP's Sadananda Gowda skips quarantine after his return from Delhi, says 'there are exemptions for those who hold responsible posts'

Madhya Pradesh: Indore to ramp up beds capacity as COVID-19 tally rises

Japanese PM Shinzo Abe lifts nationwide coronavirus lockdown

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted the state of emergency imposed to combat the coronavirus in Tokyo and remaining four other areas, thus ending nationwide restrictions.

Manoj Tiwari's cricket show leaves saffron party red-faced; Twitter asks 'how many times will he embarrass BJP'

On Monday, BJP MP Manoj Tiwari was seen flouting the lockdown norms which are laid down to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Tiwari was seen playing cricket in an academy in Haryana.

What's going on 2020? Amid coronavirus and Cyclone Amphan, locust plague hits Rajasthan

After Pravin Togadia's Hindu RW group destroys film set in Kerala, Vijayan promises 'strict action'

Portland veterans hospital makes changes after COVID-19 outbreak

PORTLAND — The Veterans Affairs Hospital in Portland is making changes after a recent outbreak of coronavirus. A doctor tells KATU News a patient came in for another issue, and...

NZ's Jacinda Ardern Turns Heads as She Doesn’t Bat an Eye When Caught by Earthquake During Interview

In a video from this past weekend, New Zealand’s PM is seen talking to an AM Show host, when furniture and decor items just behind her back began to visibly shake for...

Going Ballistic: Two Men Use Hilarious Beer Catapult to Pass Drinks

While the pandemic has made people stay at home, there are still those spending quality time with their friends, sipping beer in the backyard and relaxing. What about...

Russian Prosecutors Ask for 18-Year Jail Term for US National Whelan on Espionage Charges, Court Says

Former US Marine Paul Whelan has been held by the Russian authorities for nearly 17 months after he was arrested in Moscow in 2018 because of a flash drive in his...

Are garden parties allowed in lockdown?

Can you invite friends into your garden?

Over 250,000 people sign petition for Dominic Cummings to be sacked

The storm around Dominic Cummings’ position at the heart of Government has sparked a furious petition from the public, with a quarter of a million people signing in just two days.

Police formally requested to investigate Dominic Cummings over #CumGate

Durham Constabulary have been asked to 'establish the facts' about Mr Cummings' movements.

This Morning viewers in uproar after expert talks about loophole for travelling

The travel expert went on to explain that he wasn't 'condoning' the loophole

Patients discharged to nursing homes without test - NHI

Nursing Homes Ireland will tell the Covid-19 committee tomorrow that hundreds of residents were discharged from hospitals to nursing homes without being tested for the virus.

GOP candidate Parnell blasts Pa. governor's 'absolutely absurd' benchmark for full reopening

Pennsylvania Republican candidate Sean Parnell called out Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf Monday on "Fox & Friends," arguing it is "absurd" to believe the state cannot reopen fully until a "foolproof" coronavirus vaccine is available to the public. 

Dan Bongino on Durham's FBI-Russia probe: I'll be 'stunned' if FBI lawyer isn't prosecuted

Fox News contributor Dan Bongino said on Monday that the FBI’s misconduct against the Trump administration warrants serious prosecution.

Trump visits Arlington cemetery, Fort McHenry for Memorial Day as Baltimore mayor criticizes trip

President Trump was marking Memorial Day with appearances at Arlington National Cemetery and Baltimore’s historic Fort McHenry, honoring fallen military members while also sending a clear signal to the country that his agenda will be business-as-almost-usual amid the coronavirus pandemic. 

One-year-old baby strangled to death by bedroom blind cord as coroner issues urgent alert saying more will die

A CORONER issued an urgent alert after a one-year-old baby was strangled to death by a bedroom blind cord. Tragic tot Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became entangled in the looped cable.…

12 escape from quarantine in Migori

Escapees had raised complaints about the pathetic state of the centre.

Ghaziabad to seal borders with Delhi from Tuesday amid rising COVID-19 cases in capital

Concerned by the spike in COVID-19 cases, Ghaziabad has decided to seal its borders with Delhi.

NYSC warns corps members against violating inter-state lockdown over collection of discharge certificate

NYSC, has urged corps members who at present are not in their States of service, not to violate the ban on inter-state journeys

Youth offenders complying with restrictions - report

Youth offenders are complying with Covid-19 restrictions, according to a report by the University of Limerick which finds the majority of young people have been engaged in "pro-social behaviours and activities" during the pandemic.

Busy signals and crashed websites greet stir crazy B.C. campers

After being stuck indoors while taunted by gorgeous weather and pristine mountain and water views, it is no surprise that British Columbians are eager to plan the camping trip they have been . . .

Will send to Yogi Adityanath videos of migrants hailing Uddhav Thackeray: Sanjay Raut

Sanjay Raut, whose party heads the coalition government in Maharashtra, said he would send to Adityanath video clips of migrant workers hailing Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.

Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president

Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy

Pubs take legal action against FBD over Covid insurance

Over 1,000 pubs and bars are affected by a dispute about whether or not their insurance policies with FBD Insurance Plc cover the disruptive impact of Covid-19 on their businesses, the Commercial Court has been told.

Former Green leader Andrew Weaver says he would have called election over LNG approval

Former B.C. Green party leader Andrew Weaver wanted to call an election over the NDP’s support for the LNG Canada/Coastal GasLink project, but was outvoted by his two Green colleagues. In a tweet. . .

Deep Dive: Preventing Financial Crime Amid The COVID-19 Pandemic

This Deep Dive explores the methods bad actors are leveraging to scam bank customers and the methods FIs are using to stem the tide of fraud.

China says virus pushing US ties to brink of 'Cold War'

Fresh tensions between Beijing and Washington emerged as virus restrictions continued to shape and remake lives around the world, and in very different ways. 

Boris Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

Cummings has been a highly divisive figure in British politics since masterminding the successful 2016 Brexit campaign alongside Johnson.

Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm

Wind speeds of up to 132 km/hour (82 mph) were registered at Cape Leeuwin, one of the state's most south-westerly points early on Monday, the strongest May gusts in 15 years, according to the Australia Broadcasting Corp.

A world redrawn: US coronavirus response fatally 'chaotic,' says Noam Chomsky

What follows are extracts, edited for clarity, from an AFP interview with the 91-year-old leftist intellectual, who has authored more than 100 books and is currently a professor at the University of Arizona.

Center Parcs, Butlin's, Haven and Pontins updates on reopening

UK holiday parks have been forced to delay even further due to coronavirus

Sustained pressure will force Fufa to share the $500,000

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Delhi records 13,418 covid cases, CM Kejriwal says situation is still under control

Delhi government directed private hospitals with a capacity of 50 beds to reserve 20% of their total bed strength for coronavirus patients

Twitter Struggles To Label Misleading COVID-19 Tweets

Automated technology that Twitter began using this month to label tweets containing coronavirus misinformation is making mistakes, raising concerns about the company's reliance on artificial intelligence to review content. From a report: On May 11, Twitter started labeling tweets that spread a consp...

Man Tried to Kidnap Nurse Who'd Admitted Him to Hospital, and He Claimed She Was His Wife: Cops

Police in Howell Township, New Jersey detailed a harrowing incident from Friday. A man tried to kidnap a nurse he'd interacted with, and he claimed she was his wife, officers said. Leonardo Larrarte, 37, is charged with first-degree attempted kidnapping, second-degree burglary, third-degree terroristic threats, fourth-degree possession of synthetic marijuana, and simple assault.

Korea opens online English bulletin board on coronavirus response

The South Korean government launched an online English-language bulletin board Monday to share the nation's know-how and experience in fighting the new coronavirus pandemic. The bulletin board, available at the Policy Information section on the foreign ministry's English-language website, offers various information including epidemiological studies, treatment and management of patients and immigration control measu...

GDPR at Two: Critics Slam Patchy Enforcement, Sluggish Investigations

GDPR at two: As criticism mounts, how long before signs that the bark of regulators is worse than their bite starts to dilute GDPR's effectiveness?

AP CM YS Jagan directs officials to help Elephantiasis disease victims in East Godavari

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Monday called on officials at the CM's camp office to discuss the situation where Elephantiasis disease in the East Godavari district.

Warangal deaths: All nine victims sedated before thrown into well

All the nine people were found to be sedated and later thrown into an open well in Warangal district.

Ex-comfort woman decries 'betrayal' in South Korea activist scandal

May 25 (UPI) -- The former South Korean comfort woman who accused an activist of misappropriating funds said Monday she had been "betrayed overnight" after being "used" by lawmaker-elect Yoon Mi-hyang for three decades.

Suspected cattle thief beaten to death in Tripura

 A Bangladeshi youth, who is suspected to be a cattle smuggler, has been beaten to death in West Tripura along the Indo-Bangla border.

Coronavirus Lockdown: Tamil Nadu clears air, notifies SOP for domestic air travel

Ending uncertainty over resumption of domestic flight services in Tamil Nadu from tomorrow, the state government late on Sunday said it has allowed flights to Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai and

COVID-19: 15 restaurants closed in Saudi city of Jeddah for flouting hygiene rules

Other food outlets warned; aim is to ensure safety of food and public health

Coronavirus: 336 kids under quarantine receive Eid gifts

Initiative undertaken to spread festive cheer

Afghan government frees first 100 Taliban prisoners after ceasefire: official

The government plans to free up to 2,000 Taliban inmates as a "goodwill gesture"

COVID-19: Saudi Arabia to allow one-hour walk amid curfew

The permits will have to be requested via Tawakkalna app

COVID-19: After brush with death, Spanish virus survivor learns to live again

Surviving the infection is just the first step to getting better

Eight hundred billion reasons to be careful: SA’s Covid-19 rescue package

The social relief and economic support plan presents a real test of government’s commitment to tackling corruption.

Rwanda has enlisted anti-epidemic robots in its fight against coronavirus

Rwanda has introduced robots as part of its fight against coronavirus.

Oyetola mourns New Telegraph editor, says death huge blow to journalism

Gov. Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun has described the death of Alhaji Waheed Bakare, Saturday Editor of The New Telegraph Newspapers,...

The new rules that could be in place in all Irish barbers and salons when they reopen

When Irish barbers and salons reopen they might not operate like before.

Govt’s wheat procurement surpasses last year’s level of 34.1 mn tonnes despite COVID hurdles

In a statement, the food ministry said the overall wheat procurement has touched 34.15 MT as on May 24 in the current marketing year, surpassing last year's figure of 34.13 MT.

Delhi HC exempts advocates from wearing gowns, coats during virtual hearings

A circular issued by the court directed all lawyers to be dressed in a sober and dignified manner and expected to adhere to the rest of the Dress Code, as prescribed in Part VI, Chapter IV of the Bar Council of India Rules (Rules framed under Section 49(1) (gg) of the Advocates Act, 1961).

EU’s top diplomat urges ‘more robust strategy’ toward China

EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell told a gathering of German ambassadors on Monday that “analysts have long talked about the end of an American-led system and the arrival of an Asian century.”

Unmoved by earthquake, New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern carries on with TV interview

Jacinda Ardern interrupted Newshub host Ryan Bridge to tell him what was happening at the parliament complex in the capital, Wellington.

DDGBA extends support to NGBF fact findings on delay of BSL-3

Dimapur District GBs Association (DDGBA) has extended support to Nagaland GBs Federation (NGBF) fact findings on delay of Bio Safety Level-3 (BSL-3) in Dimapur, considering the threat that is being caused by the COVID-19 and also Dimapur being the only commercial hub of the state and gateway to other neighbouring states.

'No Eid in our home': Pakistani families mourn plane crash victims

As Fazal Rahmaan, 80 and his wife, Wahida Rahmaan, 74, boarded a plane in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Friday, their family's biggest fear was that they might get catch the coronavirus on their

Swarms of locusts ravage north India

Three of India’s northern states, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, have been overrun by an army of locusts in the last few days that, by some accounts, have spanned a 2.5 to 3km track. Swarms were previously reported in multiple districts in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh and had reached Uttar Pradesh by the weekend. 

‘Deposit NEHUTA’s fund to M’laya CMRF’

The North Eastern Hill University Teachers Association (NEHUTA) on Monday again hit out at Vice Chancellor Prof. S.K.Srivastava for his “nonchalant” and “unmoved” at their humanitarian appeal to deposit two years of earmarked funds of the association to PM CARES.

AIIMS sanitation chief dies of COVID

Senior sanitation supervisor at AIIMS, New Delhi, Heera Lal never missed a day on duty—until COVID-19 struck him last Tuesday and took him away on Monday morning.

UK schools will open June 1: Boris

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed primary schools will open on June 1 and secondary schools will “provide some contact” from June 15 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

KVC, AMK ask govt to send returnees to their districts

Both Kohima Village Council (KVC) and Angamimiapfü Mechü Krotho (AMK), in letters addressed to the state chief minister and principal secretary H&FW department respectively, have urged upon them to ensure that all stranded citizens of Nagaland returning from various states be sent off to their respective eight districts instead of being quarantined in Kohima.

BAVU urges government to lift border sealing

Borlengri Area Villagers’ Union (BAVU), comprising of nine villages, has requested the government of Nagaland to lift border sealing along the Borlengri area.

4 flights with 448 passengers land in Imphal

Four flights with 448 passengers including two minors landed at Imphal airport on Monday, the first day of resumption of the domestic flights amid the increasing COVID-19 positive cases in Manipur. Four new positive cases were reported in the state in the last 24-hour taking the total number of COVID-19 cases to 36. 

COVID-19 hygiene kits distribution programme

Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), Mokokchung, under Agriculture department initiated the distribution programme of COVID-19 hygiene kits, launched by SDO (C), Sadar, Mokokchung, Thungchanbemo Tungoe on May 25 at DAO office Mokokchung. 

Demonstration on biofertilisers at Hozukhe village

Demonstration on application of biofertilisers in maize was conducted by ATMA Dimapur, Niuland block at Hozukhe village on May 22. 

Australia suspends Olympic bid

Australia’s Queensland has suspended its bid to host the 2032 Olympics recently as the state government focuses on economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

State govt to come up with new SOP:CS

With three persons testing positive for COVID-19, the State government is working on a new standard operating procedure (SOP) and is expected to be released soon.

GPRN/NSCN reacts to tax demand charge

GPRN/NSCN has reacted to what it described as “undesired and assumptive allegation” from some quarters of civil bodies concerning “harassment and forced taxation demand” served on the proprietor of Progressive Motors, Darogapathar allegedly by its cadres.

Domestic flight ops to remain halted in Tripura

Domestic air operations will not resume in Tripura from Monday as all flights operating to and from Agartala stand cancelled, according to Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport’s officials.

COVID-19 hits Zee Media headquarters in Noida; building sealed

Zee Media, which has been reeling under the COVID-19 crisis since May 15, has been sealed after six fresh cases were reported on Sunday.

COVID-19: Hamirpur district continues to have over one-fourth cases in HP

The number of infected people in Hamirpur district has risen to 63 out of total 210 in the state as of Monday morning, as per state government data.

The Price of Trump Loyalty

Senator Cory Gardner’s political relationship with the president reads like a tawdry romance novel.

PTCL Connecting Pakistan & Beyond Amidst COVID-19 Crisis

COVID-19 or Coronavirus has taken the world by storm. Nobody of this generation had ever expected something like this to happen. With no vaccine and no proven solution to how this virus will go, the social distancing is the only solution to protect yourself from it. Hence, the companies, educational institutes, and every organization around the world have ensured that their employees and students stay at home, work from there, and stay safe. That is the only way you can protect yourself from catching the virus and stop it from spreading everywhere. Measures To Control COVID In Pakistan

Team of French experts to probe PIA plane crash to arrive tomorrow

The team will conduc­t invest­igatio­n for 16 hours, take the black box and voice record­er with them to decode­

In pics: Domestic flights resume after two months of coronavirus lockdown

Domestic flights resume: Passengers would also need to declare that they are medically fit to travel. They can do so by downloading the Aarogya Setu app or filling a self-declaration form

Ghaziabad orders sealing border with Delhi again over rising Coronavirus cases

The move to seal the border comes as Coronavirus cases in Delhi climbed to 13,418. As many 261 people have succumbed to the deadly infection.

Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds

Tokyo: A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts of the grounds, police said.

"What planet are they on?" No respite for UK's Johnson and aide

London: Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

Paedophile, 21, avoids jail after driving 200 miles to abduct schoolgirl, 15, he had groomed on dating website while pretending to be 17

Charles Fraser-Varney (pictured), 21, travelled from his home in Thetford, Norfolk, to Monmouthshire in Wales to get the schoolgirl for a night together.

'It's the Dominic Cummings lockdown tour 2020': No10 tweets reminder that Britons should 'keep 6ft apart from people you don’t live with'... sparking explosion of memes and ridicule

Furious Britons have mocked the Government for telling to keep their distance after Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his top aide for going to Durham in lockdown.

Video of Jair Bolsonaro's foul-mouthed rant calling mayor who imposed lockdown 'piece of s**t' is released as Brazil's coronavirus crisis escalates and deaths soar past 22,000

Brazilian media counted 31 presidential swear words during the two-hour cabinet meeting, in which Bolsonaro called two governors who imposed lockdowns a 'piece of s**t' and a 'pile of manure'.

Day by day, how Dominic Cummings described his fateful trip to Durham: A 260-mile dash, two weeks in a cottage and a test drive to Barnard Castle to 'check his eyes were OK'

The Downing Street backroom fixer was thrust into the limelight in an hour-long live TV grilling and defended his decision to drive 260 miles from London to County Durham.

British Airways passengers complain about packed flights in Europe and passengers without masks as more airlines restart flights after lockdown 

Images emerged on Twitter of a packed BA flight with passengers appearing to be seated directly next to each other rather than the government-advised two metres apart.

Domestic flight service resumes: Students, migrants take the first flight home after lockdown

Many said they shelled out more to reach the airport as there were limited public transport options available.

Increased government action necessary during emergencies, duty of courts to ensure accountability: Justice DY Chandrachud

Justice DY Chandrachud said virtual court hearings cannot replace or be a substitute to physical courts as it constitutes the spine of the judicial system.

3 returnees test COVID-19 positive; Dimapur-2, Kohima-1

ALL PATIENTS SHIFTED TO DESIGNATED COVID-19 HOSPITALS

JEE Main, NEET 2020 admit card, exam timing details revealed by NTA

For NEET, NTA had earlier extended the last date to make corrections in applications. As per an IE report, HRD Ministry had also asked the NTA to double the number of test centres so that one can maintain the social distancing norms.

Ashok Chavan tests positive for coronavirus, second minister in Uddhav Thackeray’s cabinet

Ashok Chavan Crona: Ashok Chavan is the second minister in the Uddhav Thackeray government to catch the Coronavirus infection after NCP leader and Housing Minister Jitendra Awhad.

Heat wave in Delhi, IMD issues red alert! India witnessed highest temperature of the year in last two days

While heat wave conditions prevail across the northern parts of India, it may be recalled that scientists had warned earlier at the beginning of the year that 2020 would rank among the 10 warmest years on record based on the weather conditions of the first two months of the year.

Californians pack beaches on Memorial Day weekend, defying social distancing rules – video

Americans across the country appeared to abandon social distancing guidelines as they sunbathed on beaches and gathered for pool parties on Memorial Day weekend. The long weekend traditionally signals the start of the US summer, and despite the country’s Covid-19 death toll approaching 100,000, many revellers dismissed any safety concerns to celebrate.

Coronavirus latest: at a glance

A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak

Turkey fears Armenia is preparing to reunite with Artsakh

Armenians have elected a new president for the unrecognised Republic of Artsakh by holding democratic elections up to international standards and norms, and

India moves to ban Zoom over privacy concerns

Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, Zoom has gained popularity around the world but the company has been under a microscope due to a number of security

'Wuhan Diary': Fighting and writing about the beautiful battle

'We could have learned from the Wuhan experience but we never did and instead magnified the problems with our own stupidity and negligence.'

Number of overseas Filipinos with coronavirus reaches 2,617

The Department of Foreign Affairs says the death toll due to COVID-19 stands at 328

Even quarantine passes found sold in Recto

Seven men are arrested in Recto, Manila for falsifying quarantine passes intended for drivers carrying essential goods

FALSE: ECQ extended until June 15, 2020

The graphic is manipulated. As of May 25, the government's coronavirus task force has made no announcement about the extension of quarantine measures after May 31.

IATF: Car wash services may re-open under MECQ

According to Resolution 38 of the IATF, car wash services are now allowed to restart operations

Another Maharashtra cabinet minister tests positive for coronavirus

A senior Congress leader who is a minister in the Maharashtra cabinet has tested positive for novel coronavirus, sources and a Health official said on Sunday. The minister has been travelling between

Coronavirus lockdown: First flight arrives in Jaipur from Bengaluru

After the restart of domestic flight operations, the first aircraft arrived at the Jaipur airport from Bengaluru on Monday morning. The Air Asia flight with 23 passengers on board landed at 0830 hrs,

PAST TENSE(D): When Salman Khan REACTED To His Hit & Run Controversy: “None Of Them Would Have Happened If I Wasn’t A Star”

Stardom comes with its own price. Who better than Bollywood actor Salman Khan is an example of it? The Dabangg actor has earned unprecedented fame over the years. However, any small piece of informa

UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.

Pending class 10,12 board exams to be held at 15,000 centres across country

The exams, which were postponed in view of the coronavirus lockdown, will now be held from July 1 to July 15.

Foreigners join 'Stuck in Taiwan - Best Place to Be' for help

Nearly 300 foreigners stranded in Taiwan form Facebook group to seek help with housing, work

COVID-19 lockdown: Usual celebration missing, mosques closed for public on Eid-ul-Fitr

COVID-19 lockdown: Usual celebration missing, mosques closed for public on Eid-ul-Fitr: As mosques across the country remain closed following Centre's COVID-19 guidelines, the usual Eid-Ul-Fitr fervour and celebration were missing on Monday. However, people across the country offered 'namaaz' with their loved ones at home and prayed for the well being of their fellow countrymen.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

US official renews calls for N.Korea to abandon nukes

US official renews calls for N.Korea to abandon nukes: US National Security Adviser Robert O'Brien renewed calls for North Korea to give up its nuclear program if it .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Indian Army Chief's remark on Lipulekh issue an insult to our history: Nepal Defence Min

Indian Army Chief's remark on Lipulekh issue an insult to our history: Nepal Defence Min: Criticising Indian Army Chief Manoj Mukund Naravane's remarks on Kathmandu acting on

CDC says asymptomatic individual is half as infectious as a symptomatic COVID-19 patients

CDC says asymptomatic individual is half as infectious as a symptomatic COVID-19 patients: - Summary of the Gallery

Eid-ul-Fitr: Naqvi offers Namaz at his residence

Eid-ul-Fitr: Naqvi offers Namaz at his residence: Amid nationwide lockdown, Union Minister of Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi offered Namaz at his residence on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Russia seeks 18-year jail term for ex-U.S. Marine accused of spying -Ifax

MOSCOW — Russian prosecutors asked a court on Monday to sentence former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan to 18 years in prison on charges of espionage, the Interfax news agency reported.

Bucharest Mayor Firea: 8,500 Bucharesters have registered to get free of charge RT-PCR testing

A number of 8,500 Bucharesters registered for the programme

Tamil Nadu Police Cover Bharat Mata Statue In Kanyakumari As ‘Locals In Vicinity’ Complain Their ‘Sentiments’ Are Hurt

The incident has led to protests by cadres of BJP, Hindu Munnani, and RSS, who later removed the cover.

Gujarat: Massive Seizure Of Meat After Police Raid Illegal Slaughterhouse, Rescue 75 Cattle

The area has been identified as a Coronavirus hotspot and declared as red zone. 

Teachers asked to incorporate sexuality education in lessons

Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Education has asked teachers to integrate aspects of sexuality education in lessons. Henry Semakula, a senior official in the Ministry said on Monday that they want the teachers to spend a few minutes in whatever subjects they are teaching to hint on sexuality and reproductive health as they …

How a deer had to be rescued from a police station

'It seems as though wildlife is getting used to quieter towns and less traffic on the roads'

Sonu Sood TROLLS A Twitter User Asking For His Help To Reach A Liquor Store

Sonu Sood has emerged as a Messiah for many migrant workers stuck in Mumbai trying to reach their home. But as they say, there are all types of people available on social media. There have been innu

Migrant woman delivers in bus in UP, twins fail to survive

The woman, her husband, and 42 others had collectively paid Rs 1.2 lakh to return to their home in West Bengal in a private bus where she delivered the twins.

Akshay Kumar commences shoot for next with R Balki amid lockdown?

With stringent measures still in place during Lockdown 4.0, it is reported that Akshay Kuamr has commenced shoot for his next, helmed by R Balki. KoiMoi reports that Kumar who reunited with Balki after the success of ‘Mission Mangal’, got the required permissions to get shooting for a commercial underway. The report adds that all […]

Ontario premier tells 'reckless' people who packed Toronto park to get tested for COVID-19

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park last weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their "reckless" behaviour.

There will be 'lessons learned' from situation at Trinity Bellwoods Park, Toronto mayor says

Toronto Mayor John Tory says there will be "lessons learned" from the incident that unfolded on Saturday at Trinity Bellwoods Park.

Erosion of fiscal federalism in the times of Covid-19

As the Centre steamrolls policies on cash-strapped States, the fiscal demands the current pandemic have put extraordinary pressures on State finances

Lockdown cannot be a cure for coronavirus

Indeed, there are no miracle solutions to latch on to. Meanwhile, given the obfuscation over data, what is unfolding is both a tragedy and a farce. Magical medical remedies are nowhere in sight

Council’s COVID-19 Support To Continue As Long As New Zealand Remains On Alert.

Since 23 March the Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has been helping Kāpiti locals get through the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Police Make Arrest In Whangārei Stolen Vehicle Incident

Police have arrested a man in connection with an incident at a petrol station earlier this month.

Missing Person, Hamilton

Hamilton Police are appealing for the public’s help to locate missing 17-year-old Nugi Reeves.

America’s Continuing Efforts To Conquer Syria

The U.S. regime is focusing its Syria campaign solely on its goal to steal Syria’s oil, and has handed off to its UK partner the rest of the military and diplomatic operation to conquer and replace Syria’s Government. That operation is now under the direction of Ben Wallace, UK’s Defence Secretary.

Terrorists shot in attempted terror attack in Samaria - Defense/Security

Two terrorists shot and neutralized during abortive stabbing attack near the town of Amichai in Samaria.

Online Torah study session helped prepare for upcoming holiday of Shavuot - Jewish World

'We pray that this historic event will bring a complete recovery to our people and the entire world,' organizers say.

Criminal-turned-agent leads police to arrest 60 key criminals - Inside Israel

Israel Police enlist senior criminal in massive operation to locate arms- and drug-trafficking suspects across country.

LEVITICUS 21:1

While the entire Nation of Israel is commanded to maintain a certain level of holiness, the Kohanim were held to an even higher standard. For example, a priest may not become ritually impure through contact with a dead body. Therefore, he may not participate in the burial of anyone other than his immediate relatives. However,…

Police release CCTV after attempted shop raid in Dundee

The man in the footage could help police with their investigation.

Russian COVID-19 cases exceed 350,000

Russia has confirmed 8,946 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, raising its total infections to 353,427, its coronavirus response centre

Twitter Verification Purge Targets Mediaite Journalist Who Reported on Obama Spying

Twitter appears to have removed its blue "verified" checkmark from a number of users on the platform over the past few days, a purge that included Rudy Takala, a journalist for Mediaite who reported on former President Obama's abuse of government surveillance powers.

Funeral held for BBC Shropshire presenter Nonny

The funeral has been held for the “much-loved” Shropshire radio presenter and entertainer Nonny James who died after contracting coronavirus.

Visitors could be turned away from the Wrekin as traffic chaos continues

Visitors could be turned away from the Wrekin as the council seeks to manage the chaotic traffic seen in recent weeks.

50 trafficked ladies arrive in Nigeria from Lebanon

Kayode Oyero The Federal Government has said 69 stranded persons including 50 trafficked Nigerian ladies arrived in the country from Lebanon on Sunday. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffr...

COVID-19 reduces developing, advanced countries to same level – Buhari

Our Reporters  The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), said on Sunday that he observed the Eid-el-Fitr prayers at his State House residence because of the raging COVID-19 pandemic...

One dead, several injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway accidents

One person was confirmed dead and several others injured in two separate accidents on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday. The Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps in Ogun, Mr Clement O...

Protesters hang effigy of Kentucky governor

A group of protesters in Kentucky on Sunday hung an effigy of Gov. Andy Beshear (D) outside the state Capitol during a rally celebrating the Second Amendment and opposing coronavirus restrictions. 

COVID-19: New cases jump to 172 today, 92% are non-Malaysians

The number of new COVID-19 cases have jumped to 172 new cases today, which is the first time Malaysia records more than 100 new cases since the CMCO took effect on 4th May. This brings the total number of infections to 7,417.

Covid-19 wrap | Domestic flights resume in India, cemeteries overflow in Yemen as virus deaths spike

Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

'Virus could be here for year' so schools must open, says education secretary

But education secretary admits parents will be nervous about safety of children returning to school.

China defends tariffs on barley

In the latest salvo in the ongoing barley tariff war, China's Commerce Minister claims Australia was "subsidising" the grain and says the tariffs were based on evidence.

2 killed, 7 injured in shooting at large party in rural S.C.

The incident started with a 911 call that complained about noise near Jonesville Saturday night. But about two and a half hours later, someone reported hearing gunshots.

Reports of my appointment to lead COVID-19 growth C’ttee is misinformation – Okowa

GOVERNOR Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, Monday debunked media reports that he has been appointed by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo t

COVID-19 could push Nigeria into another recession — Attah

By Omeiza Ajayi, Elder Statesman, Obong Victor Attah, is an architect was governor of Akwa Ibom State from 1999 to 2007. In this interview with Vanguard, Attah who had since resigned from politics, and now a leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, expresses concerns that Nigeria could be heading towards another recession dueRead More

'South African companies that employ foreigners must not open'

South African opposition party The African Transformation Movement (ATM) says South Africa must impose a strict economic sector regime that will see certain ind...

Second Iranian tanker reaches Venezuela: report

BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:00 P.M.) – A second Iranian tanker has reached the Venezuelan shores after making a long journey from the Persian Gulf region. According to the marine traffic data, the second Iranian tanker, the ‘Forest’, reached Venezuela after entering the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) on Sunday morning. The Forest was reportedly escorted by the Venezuelan Navy’s PO-13 Yekuana boats until it reached its destination in the Bolivarian Republic. The arrival of the Forest marks the second time time in the last 48 hours that an Iranian fuel tanker has reached the Venezuelan shores. Three more oil tankers are expected to arrive to Venezuela from Iran. The five vessels are carrying an estimated 1.53 million barrels of gasoline between them.

Strategic M-4 Highway reopened in Syria for first time in years: video

BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:25 P.M.) – On Monday, the M-4 Highway (Aleppo-Hasakah) was officially reopened between the cities of Al-Hasakah and Aleppo, the Russian reconciliation center reported. This road, which has approximately 80 km of it under the control of the Syrian factions loyal to Turkey, is opened for commercial use and has the safety guarantee of the Russian and Turkish armed forces. A senior Russian military official at the Qamishli International Airport told RT Arabic earlier that there will be Russian patrols every day except Friday, to track the movements along the road and prevent any military provocations there. According to the official, there will be joint coordination with the civil administration in the town of Tal Tamr, and any military manifestations of the various forces will be prevented on the road. This is a major event for the people of Syria, as northeastern Syria was mostly cutoff due to years of war and the presence of groups against the government.

Sudanese Military Council refuses to meet with Qatari FM

BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:40 P.M.) – The Sudanese Deputy Chairman of the Sovereign Council, Muhammad Hamdan Daqlo (Hamidati), said that the Military Council refused to meet with the Qatari Foreign Minister, Muhammad bin Abdul-Rahman Al-Thani, because he was not informed of the visit in advance. Hamidati revealed that the Council decided not to receive the Qatari Foreign Minister after the overthrow of the regime of ousted President Omar Hassan al-Bashir. He said, “These are among the malicious conspiracies that occurred without our knowledge, as we suddenly knew that the Qatari Foreign Minister was in the air. We asked how the foreign minister of another country could reach Sudan without coordination and without permission. We said as a military council what was going down, and that was one of the conspiracies.” “I told him the Qataris are those who blamed us and challenged us without coordination with us,” he continued. Hamidati stressed that “we have no problem with Qatar. We are not supposed to ditch any countries…

Bulgaria Abolishes Entry Ban for EU and Schengen Countries Citizens

Bulgarian authorities have decided to lift the entry ban for European Union and Schengen area countries starting from May 22, which has been imposed due to Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19), the Health Ministry announced. The lifting of the imposed entry ban includes San Marino, the Principality of Andorra, Vatican City State and Monaco, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports. The Health Ministry’s earlier clarified that the ban on the entry of the country has not been applied to Bulgarian citizens, as well as to “persons who are in de facto cohabitation with a Bulgarian citizen”. Persons who have permanent or long-term residence status in Bulgaria,

Norway- Russia border might be closed until January 1, 2021

Norway\'s government special law might prolong border closure with Russia until January 1, 2021, due to the Coronavirus situation. Norwegian Ministry of Justice and Public Security introduced a suggestion for a temporary law to stop the further spread of the virus. The law, which is supposed to be kept in place until January 1 next year, allows the government to keep the borders closed for internationals who lack a residence or work permit in Norway. Norway\' government also has announced that it has decided to prolong border closure for all internationals, until August 20, in a bid to stop the

New ‘Positively PKAVS’ podcast recognises mental health during Mental Health Awareness Week

A Perthshire charity has commemorated Mental Health Awareness Week by dedicating its weekly podcast to discussing the issue.

Perthshire men’s support group ‘delighted’ to secure £10k funding support

A Perthshire support group for men has secured £10,000 in National Lottery funding.

Did not violate social distancing, lockdown norms by playing cricket: Manoj Tiwari

Manoj Tiwari said he went for the game only after the Union home ministry allowed the stadiums to reopen.

Ghaziabad seals border with Delhi over rising coronavirus cases in capital

Ghaziabad DM Ajay Shankar Pandey on Monday ordered the sealing of the Delhi-Ghaziabad border as coronavirus cases in the national capital continue to mount.

Ethiopia COVID-19 number increases to 655

The Ministry stated that additional 73 new coronavirus cases are found within the last 24 hours after laboratory tests conducted for 2,844 people. Out of the 73 new confirmed cases 67 are Ethiopian nationals. While 27 of the 73 new coronavirus people, 27 had international travel history, 31 are reported to have no prior international travel history or contact with COVID-19 patients. It is also stated that one COVID-19 patient is currently in Intensive Care Unit (ICU). So far Ethiopia has conducted laboratory tests for 83,854 people. Out of the total 655 confirmed cases in Ethiopia 159 have recovered, five died, while two Japanese have returned to their country. The remaining are said getting treatment within various health centers prepared for COVID-19 patients in different parts of Ethiopia, according to the Ministry

Jammu lawyer, 63, dies of Covid-19, J&K toll rises to 22

The death toll due to the novel coronavirus in J&K has gone up to 22 after a sexagenarian lawyer died at a hospital in Jammu, officials said on

Cleaning crews ready for reopening in post-pandemic US

Tables, chairs, counters, doors: reopened US businesses and restaurants will have to focus on thorough disinfecting if they want to lure customers, and cleaning companies are preparing for an explosion in demand.

Bolsonaro rallies with supporters amid virus surge

President Jair Bolsonaro hit the streets Sunday for a rally with his supporters, ditching his face mask and breaking social distancing measures even as coronavirus cases surged in Brazil.

Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon: embassy

A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter.