Ketchup finally gets revenge in Splatoon 2 splatfest rematch

It took over three years, but Ketchup has finally found redemption in Nintendo's online shooter Splatoon 2. In a re-run of one of the most famous splatfests in the sequel's history, the tomato-based table sauce saw a 2-1 victory against its...

25 Classic TV Series Audiences Most Want to See Make a Comeback

Sorry, everyone, an ‘Office’ reboot doesn’t look likely right now—but we have good news about that ‘Friends’ reunion.

EXO's Baekhyun shows off many flavors in vibrant MV for solo comeback 'Candy'

Baekhyun is back with a new solo album!On May 25 KST, the EXO vocalist released his 2nd mini album 'Delight,' featuring the title track &qu…

Chiranjeevi To Silence The Rumormongers in Style

Koratala Siva is planning the next schedule of the film in Hyderabad from the 15th of June.

Renuka Shahane shares an UNSEEN wedding picture with Ashutosh Rana as they celebrate 19 years of togetherness

enuka Shahane and Ashutosh Rana are celebrating 19 years of togetherness today and here’s a rare memory from their wedding. Renuka Shahane shared this

Disney’s new animated show ‘Mira, Royal Detective’ celebrates India’s cultural diversity globally

Starring the likes of Freida Pinto and Kal Penn as voice artistes, the show is now available on Disney+ Hotstar in India

Presenting mythology and history

Kannada writer Chandrashekhar Kambar’s two plays have been translated into English

Why are Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield not presenting This Morning?

ITV viewers may be wondering where the hosts are as they are replaced

Rose McGowan Says She Used Predators’ Tactics To Get Her Weinstein Allegations To Journalists

Rose McGowan put a lot of work into exposing Harvey Weinstein. In a new interview with Louis Theroux on the "Grounded" podcast, the actress discusses her attempts at getting her story known. RELATED: Rose McGowan Makes Music Debut With 'Planet 9' “Honestly, it was really weird, but I started looking at how predators groomed kids…

Tom Parker drops bombshell his wife Kelsey is pregnant again with second baby

Tom Parker and his wife Kelsey are expecting their second child after welcoming Aurelia 11 months ago

Stacey Solomon wakes up in full make-up after falling asleep on the sofa after ’emotional’ weekend

STACEY Solomon had a rough start to the day as she woke up in full make-up after falling asleep on the sofa. The 30-year-old sported dramatic false lashes as she filmed herself waking up with her b…

Gossip Girl reboot delayed until 2021 as coronavirus wreaks havoc on production

GOSSIP Girl fans will be devastated as the new reboot has been delayed due to the coronavirus. The glamorous teen drama is being pushed back until 2021 because of the pandemic. ⚠️ Read our coronavi…

Kobe Bryant’s 11-month-old daughter Capri takes her FIRST STEPS in heartwarming video with mom Vanessa

The 37-year-old shared the candid video to her Instagram yesterday, which saw her 11-month-old walking from her aunt to Vanessa. Clad in a sweet pink outfit, Capri received a round of applause as she took multiple steps without help and maintained her balance.

Chickens Lay Eggs With Green Yolk On Indian Farm

A chicken farmer from Malappuram, India identified as Ak Shihabudheen has confirmed that some of his poultry lay eggs with green egg yolks.

Every single Rupert Grint movie, ranked from worst to best

Grint has appeared in a handful of other movies outside the "Harry Potter" franchise, both as an adult and as a kid.

Departing Wales star Hadleigh Parkes confirms Japan move in emotional farewell statement

The 29-times-capped international has penned a moving column to pay tribute to the people of Wales

KFC reopens popular Liverpool restaurant for drive thru only

The chicken chain reopened three restaurants last week, and a fourth has now followed

The 100 greatest UK No 1s: No 10, Marvin Gaye – I Heard It Through the Grapevine

A heady mix of loss, defiance and lust, Gaye’s only UK No 1 is a testament to the Motown singer’s captivating depth – and a glimpse of the masterwork to come

GMB viewers divided as Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins replace Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid

Piers and Susanna have the week off

Memorial Day tradition carries on in Las Vegas amid pandemic

Some recurring public Memorial Day events are scheduled for Monday across the valley, but they have been scaled back.

Patapaa reveals the motive behind his new hairstyle

One feature which is easy to notice from 'one corner' hitmaker Justice Patapaa Amoah is the constant changes of his hairstyle.

Bayonetta 3 is still in development, hasn’t been cancelled according to Hideki Kamiya

Has Bayonetta 3 been thrown onto the same pile of cancellation that Scalebound currently inhabits? Not a chance, says Platinum Games.

Spoilers: David faces death in Corrie after attacking a teen gang

He is surrounded.

Spoilers: 18 new Corrie images reveals huge return and tragic news

We reveal all new Corrie images.

Gangs Of London creator working on action-thriller Christmas film

Step aside, Die Hard.

Today's TV Monday 25 May

PUBG MOBILE advises players not to damage vending machines in Mad Miramar: Here's why

The new vending machines in Mad Miramar come with a beacon alert once damaged by players. This could attract the attention of enemies.

Dezeen Awards 2020 judge LionHeart wants a "clear balance of courage and audacity"

With only eight days left to enter this year’s Dezeen Awards, we’ve asked LionHeart what he’ll be looking for in this year’s architecture entries.

Education Ministry announces winners of short film contest

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has announced 18 winners of ‘School Stars’ short film competition. Under the first category competition for Arabic language films, Luluwa Abdul Aziz Abdurraham from Moza Bint Mohammed Primary School for Girls received the first prize; Rahmah Mohamad Majdi Al Damir from Al Bayan Primary School for Girls won second prize; while the third prize went to Yasin Monir Abdali from Saud bin Abdulrahman Primary School for Boys, the Ministry said in a tweet.

Prince Andrew 'grabbed Virginia Roberts' bottom and ground himself on her during visit to Jeffrey Epstein's "paedophile island" in Caribbean,' Netflix documentary claims

The makers of the documentary talk to Steve Scully who claims he saw Prince Andrew kissing Miss Roberts on the Caribbean Island.

The 'unexpected' foods sabotaging your healthy eating goals: Nutritionist reveals how staples like sliced bread and soup contain hidden sugar, salt and fat that fuel cravings - and shares her tips on how to resist

London-based nutritionist Tamara Willner tells FEMAIL about the unexpected food fuelling your bad habits - including sauces, cereal bars and even soups.

INCON launches COVID-19 resource page

INCON has created a COVID-19 resource page, which provides tips and advice on creating online and virtual events and conferences. Its 10 Global Partners have contributed their latest recommendations and best practice advice on how to create, manage and market events or conferences during COVID-19. It is a stressful time to be working on events, we are offering this guide to help anyone trying to organise an event. Patrizia Buongiorno, INCON Co-Chair and VP at AIM Group International remarked “we

Spoilers: Asha confronts Corey in Corrie over his appalling behaviour

Asha takes action after all that she's been through.

From a talking horse to the Dark Knight: Will Arnett ranks his own roles

Ahead of his appearance in new BBC sitcom The First Team, the star of Arrested Development and BoJack Horseman takes a look back at his favourite roles

Reality bites: are virtual actors about to put Hollywood's humans out of work?

A top acting agency has just added virtual celebrity Miquela to their books. In an age of pandemic, might such digital stars become the norm?

A look at the world's most stylish men – in pictures

The Staley-Wise Gallery in New York has an online exhibition of eclectic images in Men of Style, which can be viewed until 30 June

Malaika Arora Looks Jaw-Dropping In These UNSEEN Party Pics With Her Girls; We Can’t Get Over Her Oh-So-Radiant Face

Bollywood’s damsel Malaika Arora, a mother to one young lad, is 48 years old, but does she look like it? Hell no! We often cross the actress’ sizzling pictures that defy her age and make fans go weak in knees. Recently, she took to Insta to wish her BFFs on their birthday and we couldn’t take our eyes off her flawless skin

WWE News: Hall Of Famer Reportedly Receives Flak For Controversial Reaction To Hana Kimura’s Death

In the aftermath of Japanese wrestler Hana Kimura’s death by apparent suicide, several wrestlers from all over the world, including a number of WWE superstars, paid tribute to the late grappler ...

Lance Armstrong admits to first doping 'probably at 21'

Lance Armstrong won the Tour de France 7 years in a row, but was later stripped of those titles and received a lifetime ban from cycling in 2012

Lacklustre Eid at the box office for Pakistani cinema

Talk of some of these movies releasing online have been doing the rounds

Dancer Kaffy loses mother

Nigerian choreographer and dancer, Kafayat Shafau-Ameh also known as Kaffy has lost her mother. Kaffy made the announcement on her Instagram page earlier today, where she shared a video of her mum and herself dancing. She went

Corey Taylor: my solo album is finished

Slipknot/Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor reveals that he recorded his debut solo album “in secret”

Alive Or Just Breathing: how Killswitch Engage saved metal from itself

With Alive Or Just Breathing and The End Of Heartache, Killswitch Engage buried nu metal and sparked the metalcore revolution

Is 'Bad Boys 4' Happening?

The ending of "Bad Boys for Life" certainly leaves the door open for a fourth "Bad Boys" movie, but is Sony actually going to do it?

After Life e Sex Education, nessuna certezza mentre Peaky Blinders 6 torna sul set

After Life e Sex Education, nessuna certezza mentre Peaky Blinders 6 torna sul set

College of Engineering Guindy alumni celebrate Genesis Day digitally

The Alumni Association of CEG (AACEG) planned to hold a music concert with singer SPB which was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Zoya brings out the emotional side of a wildlife conservationist working in the heart of India

It was in a trip as part of his college’s nature club in 2007 when filmmaker Sahirr Sethhi, 32, first visited Kanha and Bandhavgarh tiger reserves. “Not only did I learn more about tiger conservation, but also those who dedicate their lives to save the tiger,” he says.

[Review] Impressive ‘The Pandemic Anthology’ Curates Innovative Genre Shorts from Across the Globe

Thanks to a pandemic that’s ground the world to a halt, most film festivals have been postponed or canceled. The Chattanooga Film Festival found a clever workaround through its virtual edition, bringing the film festival experience straight to the comfort of your home. Of their feature film lineup, The Pandemic Anthology most reflects the current social setting. […]

Expectant mom Katy Perry, 35, gives back to the less fortunate as she hands out cash to panhandler during drive through LA

The pop star, 35, was seen giving cash to a homeless man begging for help on the side of the road in Los Angeles on Friday.

Here’s how to watch the virtual Canadian Screen Awards ceremonies

With the Canadian Screen Awards shifting to virtual programming due to the COVID-19 pandemic, here's how to tune in online.

Cinema, shrunk to the small screen

All areas of life have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and each of them is trying to cope with the situation in different ways. Economies are in a downfall, social life has been hit and most activities have slowed down or are at a standstill. Those in areas like education, sports and entertainment are trying to find new ways of doing things. Sports events are staged in empty stadia, and education is going online. Entertainment has an especially important role in a locked down society and so it has to change and refashion itself.

Normal People’s Paul Mescal to raffle off his chain for charity

Normal People star Paul Mescal is raffling off his chain in order to raise money for a suicide prevention charity.The actor, who plays Connell Waldron in the hit BBC Three series, said that the chain he wears in the programme had got “a following of its own”.It is being raffled in aid of Pieta, which is an Irish charity that provides support to people who are suicidal or engaging in self-harm.

Taylor Swift Plugs 'Killing Eve' Cover of Her Song by Mysterious Band

Taylor Swift, in what many fans think is a not-so-subtle dig at ex-manager Scooter Braun, praised a cover of that played on Sunday's "Killing Eve."

Fashion Notes: Melania Trump Observes Memorial Day in Luxurious Gucci Coat

First Lady Melania Trump observed Memorial Day at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery.

Peter Okoye finally speaks about Cynthia Morgan's fight with ex record label

Peter Okoye, one of the members of the PSquare group, has lent his voice to the debacle between his brother, Jude Okoye, and Nigerian Singer Cynthia Morgan.

Kirby Jenner, the ‘fraternal twin’ of Kendall Jenner, steps into the spotlight on Quibi

(CNN) — There’s a new reality show from the Kardashian/Jenner family, but it has a twist. The series, titled “Kirby Jenner,” premieres Sunday on Quibi....

Review: Revisit the controversial Biosphere 2 project with Spaceship Earth

Matt Wolf's documentary chronicles the ups and downs of 1990s ecological experiment.

Surge in chess popularity creates drama, friction among grandmasters

Hikaru Nakamura is among the big names at the center of a debate for the future of the chess community.

This 'addictive' jigsaw puzzle is the trickiest to solve - can you complete it?

The Amazon reviews describe it as 'challenging' - and it isn't and ordinary puzzle.

Barn weddings are off... it's Ambridge in the time of coronavirus: LIBBY PURVES reviews the new-style broadcast of The Archers

Libby Purves reviews the latest episode of the world's longest running soap opera, The Archers on Radio 4. After a three-week hiatus, Ambridge is, at last, catching up with Covid-19.

June’s PlayStation Plus line up includes Call of Duty: WWII, live now

Update: PS Plus subscribers can claim Call of Duty: WWII now. Hit the link below.PS Plus Call of Duty: WWII download link.Original Story below:Sony has announced one of the games that wil

Scots MasterChef judge Jock Zonfrillo says celeb chef Marco Pierre White saved his life by offering him job at 17

SCOTS MasterChef judge Jock Zonfrillo has told how being given a job by celebrity chef Marco Pierre White saved his life. The Glasgow-born cook claimed he would have been in a “pine box” if he hadn…

RHOC alum Meghan King Edmonds teases fans with glimpse of new boyfriend after ex Jim brings girlfriend around kids

MEGHAN King Edmonds has teased her first social media glimpse of new boyfriend Christian Schauf, as the pair spend Memorial Day weekend together. Real Housewives of Orange County star Meghan has be…

EastEnders viewers beg for Jean to get psychiatric help after Mo makes horrifying discovery

EastEnders viewers are becoming increasingly concerned about Jean, who believes she is communicating with her dead partner

Elon Musk And Grimes Have Had To Change Their Child’s Name, But That Hasn’t Stopped The Memes

Elon Musk and Grimes have once again changed the name of their newly-born child, this time in order to comply with California law.

Joshua Ritchie ‘breaks lockdown rules again after throwing huge house party for 80 people’

JOSHUA Ritchie reportedly broke the lockdown rules again at the weekend when he hosted a party for 80 people. Joshua, 25, didn’t even try to hide the fact that he was having a get together am…

Astronomers discover donut-shaped ‘cosmic ring of fire’ in early universe

Astronomers have captured images of a rare type of galaxy dubbed a “cosmic ring of fire” that existed about 11 billion years ago, according to a study published Monday. The galaxy, called

Sydney’s flagship Apple Store reopens May 28 following renovations

Apple’s flagship store on George St. in Sydney will reopen on May 28 at 10:00 AM following renovations that began in early January. The store is Apple’s only location in Australia that did not reopen on May 7 after the COVID-19 pandemic prompted temporary store closures across the world. Apple Sydney closed on January 5 […]

Nobody Paid Attention To Ghanaian Comedy Until I Came Into The Scene – Mizz Esi Brags

Ghanaian female Comedian and actress, Maame Esi Forson, popularly known as Mizz Esi, has claimed that she is responsible for the attention Ghana comedy is getting now. 

Photos Show How Much Mike Tyson Has Changed In 10 Years

After over ten years out of boxing, Mike Tyson appears to have growing interest in making a return to the ring

Britain's last video rental shop sees lockdown boom as demand for VHS tapes surges

EXCLUSIVE Andy Johnson owns more than 10,000 VHS tapes, and his shop has seen a surge in demand during the lockdown, with Brits desperate to re-watch classic films on video

Every day ke payday for Daily Lotto players

The jackpot prize in the Daily Lotto draw rolled down to the next level with 68 players winning R832 by matching four numbers.

Carolyn Hennesy talks 2020 Daytime Emmy nomination, 'Studio City' 

Acclaimed actress Carolyn Hennesy chatted with Digital Journal's Markos Papadatos about her 2020 Daytime Emmy nomination.

Salman Khan's bodyguard Shera shares Eid special pic with actor for fans

Salman Khan's bodyguard Shera shares Eid special pic with actor for fans: Salman Khans bodyguard Shera had a surprise gift for the superstars fans on Monday, on the occasion of Eid. .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Cornerstone House / Splinter Society

Completed in 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. Images by Sharyn Cairns. Located in the north-side suburb of Northcote, the Cornerstone House emerges as an ode to the rugged beauty inspired by the project site itself,...

Everything You Can Stream on Tubi in June (for Free)

Tubi offers over 20,000 ad-supported shows and movies in its library for free. This month, a killer cyborg, female assassin, and a dramatic turn from Steve Carell should help get you through your coronavirus quarantine.

Ex-paratrooper walking UK coastline for charity feels like Castaway after getting stranded on remote Shetland island

AN ex-paratrooper marooned on a remote island has told how he feels like Tom Hanks in Castaway — after he yanked out his own tooth during his travels and watched a football wash up on shore just li…

RHOA’s Nene Leakes accused of kissing ‘friend’ during husband’s cancer battle in years-long ‘inappropriate relationship’

REAL Housewives of Atlanta star Nene Leakes has been accused of “getting closer” with long-term pal Rodney White, amid claims her own husband has been cheating on her. Sources close to …

Blast from the past: When Sharmila Tagore wanted her swimsuit pics removed

She first faced the arc lights when she was just 14 in Satyajit Ray’s Apur Sansar (1959). No one would have thought that this shy, adolescent wife from this tragedy would one day become India’s foremost sex-symbol.

Report: ‘Riverdale’ Stars Lili Reinhart And Cole Sprouse Split, ‘Distance Is Never Good For Their Relationship’

The biggest "Riverdale" romance is over. Co-stars and real-life couple Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse have split after dating for almost three years, Page Six reported. RELATED: Lili Reinhart Won't Let People Cancel Cole Sprouse: 'Twitter Is Such A Vile Place' A source told the outlet that the couple broke up relatively recently, and have…

Fred Armisen Hits The Road On ‘At-Home Variety Show’

Fred Armisen travels all around the world, virtually, on the latest episode of Peacock's "At-Home Variety Show". RELATED: Weezer Joins Fred Armisen For Apple TV’s ‘Carpool Karaoke’ Armisen did not stop lockdown from letting him learn about worldwide cultures. On the new episode of "At-Home Variety Show", the "SNL" alum caught up with locals from…

Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins crowns two stars after intense finale

It's all over for now.

Mike Tyson to get $20 million contract offer to return to boxing, report says

Mike Tyson might actually make a comeback to the boxing ring.

EastEnders fans break down in tears as Sharon finds dead son Dennis’s belongings and regrets giving up baby Kayden

EASTENDERS fans were feeling rather emotional at the end of Monday night’s episode as Sharon Mitchell broke down in tears after finding dead son Dennis’s belongings. Sharon (played by L…

Mission accomplished at the end of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins — the saving grace of lockdown with its box-office cast

CHANNEL 4 viewers witnessed one of the great ­military confrontations of the modern era last night. The SAS versus Joey Essex, off Towie. The immovable object versus the irresistible moron. An inte…

KSI confident of fighting Jake Paul, with Eddie Hearn proposing 2021 date

KSI says he wants to fight Jake Paul, with Eddie Hearn proposing that it happens in 2021.

Big Finish Is Relaunching Its Doctor Who Audio Adventures in 2022

The world of Doctor Who audio adventures is getting some very interesting changes...especially if you’re more of a fan of the modern era of the show.

The International Battle Pass 2020 is live

The International is postponed, but you can still throw money at it.

Spoilers: Sharon takes Kayden back in EastEnders amid shock Dennis discovery?

Sharon returned to Walford, and a shock discovery resulted in her coming to a realisation.

Grey's Anatomy's Ellen Pompeo and Kate Walsh celebrate iconic scene 15 years on

Addison Montgomery, what an entrance.

Little boy breaks down as coronavirus stops him paying tribute to late twin

He had entered a picture of his late brother into Grayson's Art Club.

'I'd rather watch Porridge than try yoga!': LEO MCKINSTRY reveals he wept in the street when he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease aged just 55 but insists he refuses to play the victim

LEO MCKINSTRY: I don't feel very heroic these days as I shuffle around with my cane. This experience reflects the fact I have developed Parkinson's disease that impairs the functioning of the body.

Celebrating military heroes on Memorial Day in Las Vegas — PHOTOS

Las Vegas Valley residents joined other Americans on Memorial Day to honor those who have given their lives in military service to their country.

PHOTOS: 'Good Cemeterian' honors vets by restoring old headstones

Taylor Swift Got Revenge On Scooter Braun In New Season Of ‘Killing Eve’ & I’m Beyond Proud

Scoot on out of here.

Michael Moore’s ‘Planet Of The Humans’ Documentary Controversially Removed From YouTube

Michael Moore and Jeff Gibbs' controversial environmental documentary "Planet of the Humans" has been scrapped from YouTube. Gibbs and Moore are outraged by YouTube's decision to pull the free film from the website. The film had racked up more than 8.3 million views in under two months. It was pulled from YouTube over a copyright…

Pointless' ratings determined by which minister gives daily coronavirus briefing

Pointless viewing figures have been going up and down depending on which political face is giving the Coronavirus daily briefings

Celebrity Gogglebox series 2: Who are in the new episodes? From Joe Swash to Denise Van Outen

Celebrity Gogglebox is returning for a second series on Channel 4 - but who is back for the new episodes? And who are new additions?

EastEnders spoilers confirm surprise double exit for Keegan Baker and Karen Taylor?

EastEnders could be waving goodbye to two favourites next week, if the BBC soap spoilers are anything to go by

Andy Capp - 26th May 2020

Andy Capp has been a favourite part of the Daily Mirror since 1957. Enjoy the adventures of Andy Capp and wife Flo every day

EastEnders spoilers: Characters to face grave danger in gun horror after discovery

EastEnders spoilers have confirmed deadly scenes for the Mitchells, as events 'spiral out of control'

Garth - 26th May 2020

Garth is the Mirror’s time-travelling comic strip superhero. The strip originally ran from 1943 to 1997. Due to public demand, reprints of classic stories began in 2011

Normal People

Sir, – I wholly agree with Diarmaid Ferriter’s article in which he argues that Normal People sets the sexual bar too high (Opinion & Analysis, May 22nd). However, this is not the only topic which sets the bar too high.

Days of Play PS4 Sale - All Discounts on PS4 Games, PS Plus, PSVR, and More

All Days of Play offers so far

'Riverdale' stars Lili Reinhart, Cole Sprouse call it quits

'Riverdale' stars Lili Reinhart, Cole Sprouse call it quits: American actors and 'Riverdale' sweethearts Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse have ended their nearly three-year relationship. The two recently split and have since been quarantining separately during the coronavirus pandemic.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

The next Sherlock Holmes game depicts the famous detective as an arrogant young man

Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One has been confirmed for 2021.

Strictly star addresses rumours show will be taken out of studio amid pandemic

Would the show be as magical?

Spoilers: Geoff's prostitute sex secret exposed in Corrie showdown

His mask has slipped.

Spoilers: Sylver's daughter Cher arrives in Hollyoaks and causes wedding chaos

Sylver is set to receive quite the surprise on the day of his vow renewal!

Spoilers: EastEnders star reveals huge consequences for Ben in gun horror

The job goes off with a bang.

Tiger King's Dillon Passage parties with Too Hot To Handle's Bryce Hirschberg

Of course it was on Bryce's mythical boat.

Spoilers: Shock passion for Jordan and Leela as they begin an Hollyoaks affair?

Jordan bonds further with Mrs Lomax — uh, Leela — in the coming episodes, and it appears as if they've got a lot in common.

Spoilers: Asha takes down teen sex shamer Corey in Corrie

She fights back!

Spoilers: Ben dies in EastEnders as dodgy job spirals out of control?

Ben makes a shocking discovery, and drastic action is taken as a result.

From boyband Shakespeare to Betrayal: Tom Hiddleston on stage – in pictures

As Coriolanus is streamed for National Theatre at Home, look back at Tom Hiddleston’s theatre career, including his early roles with Cheek by Jowl and his hot-ticket Hamlet

‘Thank you for the awesome experiences’ - Henry Cejudo sends farewell to Dana White

Now that the UFC bantamweight title is officially vacant, Henry Cejudo has a few farewell words for Dana White and the UFC.

Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins fans celebrate double victory

Well done to the double winners!

WWE Raw: 'Live crowds returning' for first time in months with NXT wrestlers

It's a start...

Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins viewers 'gutted' as Joey Essex quits

Joey left after a particularly tough challenge.

BBC4 history presenter Janina Ramirez says scrapping the channel will punish elderly viewers who rely on arts and culture shows

BBC Four has fewer than a million views most nights with an average age in their sixties. But presenter Dr Janina Ramirez (pictured) said teens also enjoyed her programmes.

Coronation Street and Emmerdale stars 'are bracing themselves for a pay cut as ITV ad revenue falls but station's top talent like Holly Willoughby, Phillip Schofield and Ant and Dec are safe'

According to The Sun, younger stars of Coronation Street and Emmerdale are worried about being able to make ends meet if they don't get any work.

Henry Cejudo officially announces his retirement, MMA world reacts

Henry Cejudo officially calls it a day in the aftermath of his UFC 249 win.

Henry Cejudo confirms retirement in a heartfelt statement

Henry Cejudo has just released a statement confirming his retirement from professional MMA

KC Concepcion says PCOS prevented her from accepting projects

The syndrome, common among women of reproductive age, had her not feeling her best

The When-We-Can North East bucket list: the things we are looking forward to doing after lockdown

Most of these are things we can’t - and shouldn’t - do right now, but when we can, here’s 100 ways to celebrate the best of the North East

Sony's AI-created PS5 soundtracks could react to your playstyle and emotions

Sony's newest patent shows plans to use biometric data to track how you react to games, and adjust its music accordingly

Rafael Nadal the beacon of sport's old power despite new normal

Lockdown has revealed a lot about athletes but the king of clay will want to catapult us back to times gone by in September

New Zealand's Prime Minister Deals With Earthquake on Live TV (Video)

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern smiled her way through an earthquake during an interview on Monday -- and it was all captured on live TV.

Victor Cruz: 'Titan Games' Is Nothing Like 'American Gladiators' Reboot

Former NY Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz says Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's "The Titan Games" is nothing like that "awful" "American Gladiators" reboot

SZA Crowdsources A New Project: All of Her Previously Unreleased Songs

Singer SZA crowdsources her Twitter fans for unreleased songs she can potentially release as a new project instead of a studio album.

Justin Bieber And Hailey Baldwin Bieber Put Their Parenting Skills On Display In Facebook Watch Show The Biebers

Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey Baldwin Bieber are putting their parenting skills on display in a new episode of their Facebook Watch series The

Nvidia AI can recreate Pac-Man all by itself just from watching episodes of the game (VIDEO)

SAN FRANCISCO, May 26 ― After watching 50,000 episodes of Pac-Man being played, Nvidia's AI was able to recreate a convincing replica of the game from nothing. On the 40-year anniversary of the beloved game Pac-Man, Nvidia, known for its graphic processing unit technology, announced that it has...

Last Paris street singer takes final bow

PARIS, May 26 — Paris' last street singer — who once competed with Edith Piaf to draw the crowds — has died, her godson said yesterday. Lily Lian, a legend of Paris working class life who was immortalised twice in full flow with her loud hailer by the photographer Robert Doisneau, died on...

Cube Entertainment launches 'U CUBE' for fans all around the globe

Cube Entertainment has launched 'U CUBE'.'U CUBE' is an app that will be Cube Entertainment artists' official global fan site. It's a place of comm…

The next big beauty trend? Crowdsourcing product ideas

Many companies use Instagram to promote their products, but for a new wave of beauty brands, social media is where they come to life.

The best socks to wear in lockdown

The hardest-working yet most humble piece of clothing in your wardrobe is – finally – enjoying a moment in the spotlight.

Georgia Aquarium announces birth of baby beluga whale

A new baby beluga whale has arrived at Georgia Aquarium.

“Don’t sign a contract and later complain about being cheated” – ElDee reacts to Cynthia Morgan’s situation

Eldee has also reacted to the situation between Cynthia Morgan and her former record label boss, Jude Okoye, as he stated advised singers to not complain about contracts they signed willingly. Recall that over the

Taylor Swift Fans Think She Outsmarted Scooter Braun With This Cover

Taylor Swift may have just made the smartest move the music industry has ever seen with this cover of "Look What You Made Me Do."

Ozark season 3: Laura Linney made co-star 'a better actor' during filming

Tom Pelphery played Wendy Byrde's brother.

What is Little Boy Blue about? The true story behind the Stephen Graham drama

Stephen Graham stars in the gripping true crime drama.

Where has Shona been in Coronation Street and what is wrong with her?

Shona's back - but all is not well with the character.

Frogwares announces Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One, first details and debut trailer

Frogwares has announced a new Sherlock Holmes games, Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One.

Uncut Gems, one of Adam Sandler’s best movies, is now streaming on Netflix in the US

Adam Sandler’s best movie in years is available to stream

Magnolia “Influential Women” Giveaway: Win Digital Download Codes for ‘RBG,’ Iris,’ ‘Kusama: Infinity,’ and More

/Film is holding a Magnolia Influential Women giveaway, in which you can win digital download codes to movies like RBG, Iris, Kusama: Infinity, and more.

Seated and subdued Cummings makes play for public's sympathy

Boris Johnson’s chief adviser sets out his defence at modest folding table under media’s glare

Boris Johnson says people should make up own minds on Dominic Cummings - video

Boris Johnson has refused to offer his unconditional backing to Dominic Cummings, but said he did not believe anyone in Downing Street had done anything to detract from official messaging

WWE to use NXT Talent as "Audience Members" at TV tapings going forward

Several NXT Superstars and PC Crew will be in the stands at tonight's WWE Raw to cheer for their favorites!

Blood & Water Has a Lot of Explaining to Do, So Netflix Should Definitely Order Season 2

It's too early for Netflix to announce any plans to renew Blood & Water for season two, but fans are already eager for the next chapter!

I Would Have Married Delay, If Annica Had Rejected Me- Okyeame Kwame Discloses(+Video)

In a yet to be aired interview, Ghana's rap doctor, Okyeame Kwame, has revealed that had he not married his wife Annica, he would have opted for Delay. 

BKFC to offer Mike Tyson over $20 million for bareknuckle fight

BKFC president David Feldman is trying to make Mike Tyson an offer he can’t refuse.

Five female Nigerian DJs making waves - The Nation Nigeria

In the early 90s, only few Nigerians will think females will also embrace being Disc Jockeys. It is known to be a male profession. But as years...

Jimmy Cobb dead: Miles Davis' Kind Of Blue drummer dies of cancer at 91

Drummer Jimmy Cobb, who played with greats including Miles Davis and Billie Holiday, passed away after a battle with cancer, according to his family

Massachusetts Drive-in Movie Theater Sells Out on Memorial Day for 'Jurassic Park'

A historic Massachusetts drive-in cinema reopened on Memorial Day to sold-out screenings after the state lifted coronavirus restrictions on certain businesses as part of its phased approach to restarting its economy.

Sterling Bank offers to partner with Cynthia Morgan — amid feud with Jude Okoye

Sterling Bank Plc has offered to partner with Cynthia Morgan, Nigerian singer, for its 'One Bank' campaign.The bank took to its social media page on Monday

DIA to make a comeback with 6th mini album 'Flower 4 Seasons'

Girl group DIA will make a spring comeback soon!On May 26 KST, DIA released a flowery teaser image to announce a new comeback with a 6th mini albu…

Netizens find visual similarities among past Big Hit Entertainment female trainees

Netizens have discussed the amazing visuals of past Big Hit Entertainment female trainees.On a community forum site, a netizen talked about how th…

MTV The Show line-up revealed: YUBIN, TXT, Secret Number, DKB, Vixx's KEN, Lovelyz' Sujeong

MTV The Show is back after a week hiatus. Once again directors prepared long line-up of artists.Fans will have a pleasure to watch multiple on-stage p…

VIDEO: Retail Merchants of Hawaii’s Tina Yamaki and business owner Victor Lim join the COVID-19 Care Conversation | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Tina Yamaki, president of the Retail Merchants of Hawaii, was today’s guest on the COVID-19 Care Conversation. She was joined by Victor Lim, McDonald’s franchise owner and former chair of Hawaii Restaurant Association.

Poundz Got Racks & "Honey" On His Latest Banger

Poundz returns with new heat on his latest new record. UK rapper has been slowly bubbling up over the past few months. Though 2019's 'Opp Thot' propelled him closer towards international recognition, especially with two remixes featuring Tee Grizzley and a plethora of other stars coming out of the U...

Scholla: Lenny Dykstra Fires Back at Author After Critical Piece

In one of the worst written pieces in the history of the world, a 'journalist' named Judy Hopkins took some strange shots at former MLB

Detroit: Become Human, Heavy Rain, and Beyond: Two Souls Coming to Steam Next Month

Detroit: Become Human and other Quantic Dream hits came to the Epic Games Store last year, but the period of exclusivity is ending soon!

Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse Have Reportedly Broken Up

Last week, Sprouse's Riverdale co-star Skeet Ulrich might have let the news slip.

5 Ways the Wedding Industry Will Change After the Coronavirus Pandemic

Over the last few months, many couples have had to make the heartbreaking decision to either cancel or postpone their wedding due to the ongoing novel

Despite Fascinating Archival Footage, Spaceship Earth Flounders When Examining Whiteness and the Colonial Lens

For a documentary so laser-focused on the intricacies of this dynamic group of "Biospherians," there is little examination of who would be granted the opportunity to start anew if Earth is ultimately made uninhabitable by the very humans who populate it.

Coronavirus: Major summer festivals nearly sold out despite line-up constraints

With the borders closed, the line-ups will likely be mostly home-grown.

Euro Fight Flashback: Brian Bouland and Darren O’Gorman’s fast-paced Cage Warriors bout

The pair of bantamweights closed out the preliminary card in London and a highlight-reel knockout was delivered.

Normal People's Paul Mescal is raffling off one of his iconic chains for Pieta House

Calling all Normal People fans! You now have the chance to get your hands on one of Connell's personal chains

Azealia Banks Calls Nicki Minaj a “P@!sy Ass Bitch,” Says She’s Jealous of Cardi B

Details here.

Final Fantasy XIV Really Doesn't Want Me Trying It Again For Free

The convoluted way the game handles its player accounts and various editions is making its free trial almost impossible to access.

Eminem Gives a Gift to His ‘Stans,’ Tweets Out Phone Number

In an effort to promote the 20th anniversary of his album The Marshal Mathers LP, Eminem took to Twitter and tweeted out a phone number generated by the phone-based social media site Community.

NVIDIA CEO Is Convinced We’ll Soon Have Multiple Metaverses Based on the Biggest Gaming IPs

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is rather convinced we'll soon have multiple metaverses based on the biggest gaming IPs, from Fortnite to Minecraft.

BTS Jin is dominating twitter, youtube and naver trend with his 'Youtube live'

On the afternoon of the 25th, Jin showed his daily life on YouTube's official channel 'BANGTANTV' and revealed the process of making the new album.Jin…

Psy.P of The Higher Brothers Releases Music Video for "Bad Habits"

The video is full of dark and brooding visuals.

How to participate in Steve Hartman's "Taps Across America"

CBS News 'On the Road' correspondent Steve Hartman is teaming up with retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva to keep the spirit of Memorial Day alive.

COVID-19: Shreyas Talpade steps forward to helps theatre artistes

COVID-19: Shreyas Talpade steps forward to helps theatre artistes: Actor-producer Shreyas Talpade, who considers theatre his first love, has come up with the idea of an online theatre .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

GALE, Catherine Norma

Date of death: May 24, 2020 Date of birth: March 22, 1942 Age: 78 Family Spouse: Reg Gale Children: Kerri (Al), Ken (Susan), and Kevin (Heather) Grandchildren: Jessica, Cam, Cody, Alexa, Brad, Tyler, and Hannah Great Grandchildren: Gavin and Hendrix

ARTHUR, Norah Alice

Date of death: May 23, 2020 Date of birth: February 3, 1939 Age: 81 Location: Kitchener, Ontario Family Spouse: Edward Children: Derek Arthur, Darlene Moore (Robert), Colleen Arthur and Bonnie DeWolfe (Dan) Grandchildren: Kristy Hummel (Trevor), Kati

Gucci to Streamline to Two Shows, Rename Collections

Alessandro Michele said the brand will not be ready to show in September, in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

Watch Sleigh Bells’ Alexis Krauss Cover Guns N’ Roses With Members Of High On Fire, Poison The Well, & Cloak

Alexis Krauss joined members of High On Fire, Poison The Well, and Cloak for a cover of "Rocket Queen."

Buzz.ie is teaming up with K-FEST for a host of livestream music events

With many concerts, festivals, and events alike cancelled as a result of the coronavirus outbreak in Ireland, Buzz.ie is teaming up with K-FEST to bring ...

Rob Gronkowski reveals why he decided to come out of retirement

Tampa Bay Buccaneers new tight end Rob Gronkowski has revealed the real reason for coming out of retirement.

Chrissy Teigen Claps Back After Troll Accuses Her Of Having ‘Balding Hair’: ‘People Just Suck’

Chrissy Teigen claps back at troll who claims one of her pics showed her with 'balding hair'. See her comment here.

Famed Miles Davis drummer Jimmy Cobb dies aged 91

He had been battling lung cancer.

STALKER-inspired survival game, Chernobylite, now supports DirectX 12 and AMD FidelityFX

This content update adds 50% more content to the game. Moreover, it adds support for DirectX 12, as well as for AMD FidelityFX.

SEBASTIAN SHAKESPEARE: Lockdown joy for £200m fashion duo as designer Jade Holland Cooper reveals she is expecting a baby with Superdry founder Julian Dunkerton

With a tycoon husband, a £50million country mansion and a private jet on standby, fashion designer Jade Holland Cooper lacked just one thing: a child.

Nintendo sale offers deals on 2K games, Civilization VI and L.A. Noire

A new Nintendo sale is offering deals on 2K sports franchise games like NBA and WWE plus L.A. Noire and Sid Meier's Civilization VI.

The pets that stay furry well hidden: Images of dogs and cats camouflaged against soft furnishings have become a hit during the coronavirus lockdown

It's the online trend that's grown even more popular through the long weeks of lockdown. In fact, Instagram is full of pictures of dogs and cats camouflaged against the 'soft fur-nishings'.

The Wait Is Over! Mad Men Season 8 Release Date Confirmation

Mad Men as a series earned recognition from the critics and audiences alike. It also went on to win numerous awards. Along with critical

‘Dear…’ Trailer: Fan Letters Reach The Celebrities That Inspired Them in Apple TV+ Series

Oprah, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Spike Lee, and more read letters from fans who were inspired by them in the Dear... trailer for the Apple TV+ series.

Universal Orlando Is Prepping to Open It's Doors Again — Here's What You Can Expect

Universal Orlando Resort has been closed since March 16th due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After Universal executive John Sprouls presented a reopening plan to

Cole Sprouse and Lili Reinhart Reportedly Split After 3 Years of Dating

Riverdale costars Cole Sprouse and Lili Reinhart have reportedly broken up after three years of dating on and off.

Pixar Released a New SparkShorts on Disney+ About Coming Out to Your Parents, and It's So Moving

Pixar's newest short film, Out, is about a person named Greg who is trying to come out to their parents on the day they move into a new home.

Khloe Kardashian Then & Now: See Pics From Her Early ‘KUWTK’ Days To New Hair Makeover

Khloe Kardashian has gone from Kim's little sis to a successful business woman, fashion mogul, and proud mom over the past decade!

'Call of Duty: WWII' Will Be Free to Play for PlayStation Plus Owners Tomorrow

Timely announced on this Memorial Day weekend.

How music therapy is helping some manage pandemic stress

Many people are turning to music therapy as a way to manage the uncertainties and worries brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

Dota 2's New Summer Battle Pass Adds Female Anti-Mage, Guilds, And More

It’s full of stuff to get even lapsed players like me excited about playing again.

EU Confidential coronavirus edition #11: Reviewing Europe’s response — Challenges ahead — Behind-the-scenes peek

POLITICO’s EU Confidential · Coronavirus edition #11: Reviewing Europe’s response — Challenges ahead — Behind-the-scenes peek Listen to the podcast on Spotify | Apple | Google | Soundcl…

Normal People fans will be shocked as Marianne is tied up in abusive S&M sex scenes

The shocking scenes show Marianne tied up at the wrists, indulging in emotionless, abusive sex

US writer Joyce Carol Oates wins France’s richest book prize

PARIS, May 26 — US writer Joyce Carol Oates, so often a bridesmaid for the Nobel literature prize, won France’s richest books prize Monday. The Cino del Duca World Prize, which is worth €200,000 (RM950,850), is often seen as a stepping stone to the Nobel, with Andrei Sakharov, Mario Vargas...

Han So Hwee confidently addresses her past smoking and tattoo controversy

Han So Hwee has confidently addressed her thoughts on the recently controversy.On May 25, the actress from 'The World of the Married' sat down wit…

CLC’s Main Vocalist (Seunghee) latest Instagram photo

Main Vocalist Seunghee keeps her Cheshire’s up to date with her latest selfie 

Netizens frown upon Oh My Girl's YooA for mentioning ASTRO after winning #1 on 'M! Countdown'

Netizens are debating a recent controversy surrounding Oh My Girl's #1 winners' speech.On an online community forum, a netizen who claims to be a …

Bali Baby Drops Off "Bad Ass B*tch" Remix

Bali Baby is back with her latest drop. The rap game has seen an influx of women who've been really killing shit in recent times. Though artists like Nicki, Cardi, and Megan Thee Stallion are in the limelight, the underground still has a few names buzzing. Bali Baby is among them. The Atlanta star h...

How to use View Layers in Blender 2.8

Jacob Swing writes: When blender 2.8 came out, the new viewlayer system threw me …

NELA Veterans Cemetery hosts annual Memorial Day ceremony

The Northeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery hosted its annual ceremony Monday to honor veterans this Memorial Day.

Snowpiercer star says unaired pilot episode was 'completely different'

The show underwent extensive reshoots.

Former UNC point guard Ty Lawson calls out Roy Williams in Instagram story

Lawson recently received love from fans, being voted as the program's all-time fan-favorite point guard, but it seems like there's some love lost between him and his former coach.

Alexa Bliss Fires Back At Guy Who Criticized Her Wrestling In Vulgar Way, Making Sexist Comments (VIDEO + TWEET)

(Photo credit should read PHILIPPE HUGUEN/AFP via Getty Images) Alexa Bliss has been trending on Twitter for hours after she…

Reggie Bush Calls Out ESPN, Demands Them To Delete False Story Over What He Said (TWEET)

(Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) Reggie Bush is not happy. The former USC All-American and Heisman Trophy winner had recently…

Joe Rogan: $100 million Spotify deal ‘feels gross’ during a time ‘when people can’t work’

Joe Rogan podcast deal with Spotify, worth $100 million, "feels gross" for the UFC color commentator, who recently became "weirdly richer."

39 Steps to Greatness, Part Five: 21 years of the Cody Supremacy in Kilkenny

As abiding as the passage tomb at Brú na Bóinne, the Nore waters that slice through his home place, or the ancient game he recalibrated in his likeness, Brian Cody seems to pre-date history.

Cigarettes After Sex – “You’re All I Want”

Cigarettes After Sex are back with a new song.

Canadian Screen Awards 2020: Non-Fiction Winners Revealed

The Canadian Screen Awards are moving forward with a virtual ceremony to honour the best of Canada's film and television offerings during the past year. Awards will be presented in various categories throughout the week, with award presentations taking place online from Monday to Thursday. Monday featured Canadian Screen Awards for three categories: Broadcast News (narrated…

Brit who arranges safaris to slaughter young lions poses in sickening photo

EXCLUSIVE: According to experts, David Watt, 72, hunts animals who are no older than four years old in South Africa. He is one of seven Brits featured in a new book exposing trophy hunters

James Argent says weight jibes sent him into vicious cycle of binge eating and benders

James Argent has admitted cruel jokes about his weight sent him into a downward spiral of binge-eating fast food and cocaine-fuelled benders

McKedys to present outdoor concert at Arcadia Round Barn

ARCADIA — The McKedys will bring a live session of Morning Music to the Arcadia Round Barn from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday. The loft and restrooms are now open every Friday through Sunday, and concerts are held outdoors on the north side of the barn. Members of the Arcadia Historical and Preservation Society are working on a plan to safely re-open the downstairs museum, which has been closed since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The McKedys is a family band from McLoud comprised of Bryon McKedy on guitar, steel guitar and vocals; his daughter, Mackynsie, 16, on fiddle and vocals; and his son, Austin, 13, who sings and plays guitar, mandolin and harmonica. Their music is a family friendly mix of traditional

Schoolboy called into Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) Academy

"I'm looking forward to playing with some amazing musicians."

North Texas Airbnb Has An Awesome 80’s and 90’s Themed Duplex, Complete With TMNT Arcade

Need to take a trip back in time, but don't have a Delorean? Looks like you just need to make a trip to Dallas.

Stop Criticising Patience Nyarko For Speaking Her Mind- Noble Nkestiah

Gospel musician Noble Nketsiah has asked the public to stop hurling insults at his colleague Patience Nyarko for speaking her mind. 

UFC: Cejudo retired, bantamweight title now vacated

Henry Cejudo officially is no longer the UFC bantamweight champion, the organization confirmed to multiple media outlets on Monday.

How to throw a virtual party for Wednesday's historic launch with space food

Check out the guide Space Center Houston created to host the ultimate virtual watch party. 🚀👨‍🚀

All odds in favour

Filmmaker Megha Ramaswamy's debut fiction film 'What are the Odds' recently premiered on Netflix with Abhay Deol and Monica Dogra

Artists 'hope for a better tomorrow' in new campaign

For New York-based, Delhi-born artist Tara Sabharwal, life in lockdown had been marred with a patch of ill health; but after recovery, painting has remained her way to feel and to process her

Emmerdale viewers think paedo Maya Stepney is set for sensational return after Leanna mentions the disgraced teacher

EMMERDALE viewers claim paedophile teacher Maya Stepney will soon return to the village after she was mentioned in tonight’s episode. Leanna Cavanagh namechecked Maya as she tore into her dad…

Digital Stick Serves Up the Real Taste of Virtual Food

A researcher recently created a digital device capable of simulating the taste of virtual food via electrical stimulation of the tongue.

Coinbase Investor And Reddit Cofounder Sees A New Bitcoin And Crypto ‘Spring’

Reddit co-founder and early investor in major U.S. bitcoin and crypto exchange Coinbase, Alexis Ohanian, has said he sees the green shoots of a new bitcoin and "crypto spring"...

Singaporean Mobile Marketplace Carousell Launches Hong Kong Property Platform

The feature, called Carousell Property, provides listings of local and overseas residential and industrial properties for sale and rent through its Carousell mobile application.

Strategies To Hire The Right Person—Virtually

Virtual hiring is here to stay. Here’s how to make it work for you.

Planning, Creativity Keep National World War I Museum And Memorial Staff Employed Through Closure

Cultural workers have been devastated by coronavirus closures. With their workplaces nationwide shuttered to the public, they have been laid off and furloughed by the thousands.

Consumer Spending And Demand Has Changed Due To The Pandemic

The Commerce Department says GDP shrank by 4.8% in the first quarter of 2020 – the worst decline since 2009. However, business owners can take advantage of massive shifts in demand and behavior to serve new customers.

Coronavirus Losses: Arizona Nonprofits Assess ‘Tip Of The Iceberg’

Coronavirus-related shutdowns have cost Arizona’s nonprofits more than $800,000 worth of volunteer hours, and counting, according to a survey by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits.

Growth Of Million-Dollar, One-Person Businesses Accelerates

US Census statistics show that a growing number of solopreneurs and business partnerships broke seven figures in 2018.

How To Sustain And Strengthen Company Culture Through The Coronavirus Pandemic

Shape, cement and leverage company culture through difficult times.

History Repeats As Brazil Delivers Another Iron Ore Boom

Brazil’s worsening Covid-19 crisis is making waves in the commodities world with reduced iron ore shipments from the South American country lifting the price of the steel-making material by 30% to almost $100 a ton.

The Right To Bear Crypto? Trump Allies Introduce Comprehensive Blockchain Bills

In 2020, two Pro-Life, Pro-Guns, and Pro-Trump Conservative Republicans in Congress could now be designated as Pro-Crypto and Pro-Blockchain.

China Will Use Its Digital Currency To Compete With The USD

Digitization of currency is inevitable — it is whether or not it is cryptocurrency that prevails that will determine whether that will be at the hands of nation-states battling with one another, or a set of independent peers cooperating with one another.

Regional lockdowns frustrate Zimplow exports

AGRO-industrial concern, Zimplow Holdings Limited, says its export business suffered a 64 percent decline in the first quarter of the year as governments across the region implemented measures to combat the spread of Covid-19. The novel global Covid-19 pandemic, which was first detected in China towards the end of last year, is a deadly infectious disease that has spread across continents killing thousands of people from more than four million infections recorded so far. As part of a host of measures to stop the spread of the pandemic as prescribed by the World Health Organisation, governments the world over have embarked on national lockdowns. In its trading update for the quarter ended March 31, 2020, Zimplow said its export business has not been spared from the negative “The export business experienced a 64 percent drop compared to prior year as a result of measures taken by regional governments to manage the spread of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19).

Tech and property upgrades on the way for Victorian kinders to support three-year-old roll out

Kinders throughout Victoria have been invited to apply for grants for facility upgrades and the purchase of new technology to prepare them for the roll-out of funded universal Three-Year-Old Kindergarten, the Victorian Government announced late last week.

Padenga targets increased quality skins sales

LISTED crocodile skins and meat producer, Padenga Holdings is targeting to sell 55 000 quality skins this year from its Zimbabwean operations compared to last year’s, 41 450 skins. In its 2019 annual financial report released last week, Padenga Holdings said that local business operation was the mainstay. “The Zimbabwe operation is projecting to sell 55 000 premium quality skins in financial year 2020, further extending its opportunity to expand its customer base. “Demand for defect free skins remains strong and prices are anticipated to hold as long as the quality expectations of the premium market are satisfied,” said Padenga. Crocodile skins and meat from Padenga’s Zimbabwe operation are exported to Europe and Asian markets to countries such as France and China.

SPPU proposes to defer fee hike amid pandemic

Final decision to be taken at mgmt council meeting

The removal of LVR restrictions on new mortgage lending probably won't be much help to first home buyers in high priced areas like Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Wellington and Nelson

The removal of LVR restrictions on new mortgage lending probably won't be much help to first home buyers in high priced areas like Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Wellington and Nelson

Staying Connected - With Bars And Restaurants Locked Down, Can Innovation Sustain Drinks And Food Sector Entrepreneurs?

U.K. Bars and restaurants remain in lockdown, a situation that also affects food and drinks suppliers. Rum entrepreneur, George Frost says innovation, flexibility and a willingness to help out partners are vital at this time.

Here’s How Much Money Private Investigators Make In Every State

Find out where private investigators earn the most money in the United States, and where they earn the least.

Newmont Stock Has Doubled. Is It Still A Buy?

Despite the bear market brought on by the coronavirus, close to 4% of all U. S. stocks with a current market value of $500 million or more have doubled in the past year, including the largest U.S.-based gold mining stock. Too late to buy?

Why You’ll Never Get Another Stimulus Check

You used to need a regular bank account to cash a government stimulus check, receive social security, or pay taxes. But now, for the first time ever, their stranglehold on money is slipping away.

Finances And Coronavirus: Threats And Opportunities In Lockdown Era

The financial impact of coronavirus will be felt far and wide - but while it is painful for some, it is delivering surprising benefits for others, at least in the short term

The Chinese Navy Now Outguns The Japanese Fleet—But Don’t Panic Quite Yet

China has surpassed Japan as Asia’s leading naval power. Where's the United States?

Cree Stock Headed Below $35?

Due to the spread of the novel Coronavirus that has rattled the stock markets and the broader economy, at the current price of $50 per share, we believe Cree stock (NASDAQ: CREE) could see significant downside if there are no signs of abatement of the crisis by June 2020...

Survey: 44% Of Nonprofits Anticipate Further Staff Cuts Due To Coronavirus

A new survey of more than 750 nonprofits around the U. S. finds that 18% of nonprofit staff has been furloughed or laid off already — and 44% of respondents anticipate even more layoffs to come.

Who Wins In Recessions? The Rich And The Lucky

While virtually everyone else has been struggling through the COVID-19 recession, billionaires added more than $400 billion to their wealth.

Southern Company: Still A Stock To Own?

In March 2008, Southern Company announced construction of new nuclear reactors. A dozen years later, Southern’s pair of 1.1 gigawatt capacity reactors are still under construction. And the company’s projected startup date has slid from 2016 to 2022.

Doomsday Predictions For U.S. Oil Just Aren’t Realistic

Oil is a risky business but that doesn’t mean investors won’t see opportunities in the future.

Stock Market Boost: Unemployment Outlook Shifts To Positive

The unemployment trend, no longer rising, now looks ready to decline

All About The Bitcoin Halving

Bitcoin just underwent a halving, the third in the cryptocurrency's history, on March 11. Every transaction in the entire history of Bitcoin is recorded on ever

What Do The Latest PMI Surveys Suggest About The State Of The Economy?

Is the economy contracting at a slower pace than in April? Is more coronavirus relief on the way for Europe? The latest on equity market performance.

Alibaba Sees Stocks Slide After Projecting Slow Growth

Alibaba Sees Stocks Slide After Projecting Slow Growth

Guyana received $4.9 million in royalties in first quarter: finance ministry

Guyana received $4.9 million in royalties in first quarter: finance ministry

Why Washington should rush more economic aid to the states

The economy is in more dire straits than Washington politicians behave, and they need to put aside their partisan agendas and fencing on Twitter to save it.

Karori residents concerned about major spending in annual plan

Wellington.Scoop The Karori Residents’ Association has voiced concern to the Wellington City Council about expenditure in the annual plan. The association says the council should be targeting relief and recovery rather than pest control and cycleways. Here is a letter which the KRA has sent to the mayor and all city councillors:

Minnow party's leader against bailing out SOEs

THE president of the Christian Democratic Voice, which secured one seat in the National Assembly in last year's election, says he has a problem with loss-making state-owned enterprises which are

South Dakota state park usage skyrockets during pandemic

Hundreds of thousands of South Dakotans headed into the outdoors as the COVID-19 pandemic hit the state, causing state park visitor numbers to bounce back after last year’s rough weather.

COVID-19 meant less driving in SC and less gas tax collected

Traffic is South Carolina is down significantly since the coronavirus pandemic began, cutting the amount of money the state road agency takes in by $78 million, officials said.

Want a greener recovery? Here are three ways to do it

As policymakers search for ways to jumpstart an economic recovery, several members of Congress are renewing a push for a massive green stimulus package.

Health group, community center get $48M endowments in Maine

A health group and community center will receive a combined $48 million in endowments to grow services for central Maine.

2 dozen Maine nonprofit groups to get grants amid pandemic

A community foundation in Maine is providing more than $200,000 in grants to a marine science institution, a gay advocacy group and others.

Military continues to boost Hawaii economy during virus

U.S. military spending continues to be a pillar of Hawaii's economy as the Department of Defense has so far proved resistant to the financial impact of the coronavirus.

Hyderabad firm launches advanced version of e-procurement tool  

 Hyderabad-based Acads360 India has unveiled the advanced version of its e-procurement tool, PRM360 -the Covid-19 management solution, to address the procurement challenges confronted by manufacturing sector.

Air Canada to increase service to 97 destinations this summer

The figure is less than half the number of destinations the carrier served last summer…

Brussels Airlines to operate 40 per cent of long-haul programme by August

The carrier intends to gradually ramp up operations to a total of 59 European and long-haul destinations…

Maharashtra govt proposes to relax conditions for recruitment of locals in hi-tech industries

Tata Motors' JLR seeks COVID-19 support package in UK: Reports

Tata Motors owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is said to be in talks with the UK government for an estimated one-billion pounds support package to tide through the coronavirus pandemic, according to British media reports.

Allow higher workforce for factories in green, amber zones to meet rising demand: Parle Products

Restrictions on number of workers in factories located in green and amber zones, specially for food products companies, need to be relaxed as meeting demand will become difficult and can lead to scarcity, according to a senior official of biscuits major Parle Products.

Today in 2006: We should concentrate on economy - Kufuor

Fourteen years ago, former president, John Agyekum Kufuor, stated that the country’s priority should be centered on development of the economy, after fifty years of nation building.

Top 10 biz headlines: Slowdown blues, coronavirus lockdown impact, and more

Here are the top 10 headlines on Monday morning

Australian dollar to the moon as freedom dies

See the latest Australian dollar analysis here:

Will fight for Telangana’s rightful funds, projects: MP Nama Nageswar

TRS Floor leader in LS, Nageswar Rao said he, in coordination with the party MPs, had made all the efforts to protect the interests of Telangana.

Toyota to resume manufacturing operations from Tuesday

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) on Monday said it will resume manufacturing operations at its Bidadi (Karnataka) plant from Tuesday.

Boneless chicken rate hits all-time high in Hyderabad

Amid lockdown, boneless chicken prices have shot up to all-time high at Rs 500 a kg at several chicken centres in the city.

IT growth momentum will continue: KTR

The IT industry in Hyderabad and Telangana will keep up its growth momentum even in the future, asserted Telangana IT and Industries Minister KT Rama Rao.

Kothakota weavers cry for govt support

Lack of govt support, resources, rising costs of raw material, infrastructural limitations some of reasons for the present condition of weavers.

Seoul stocks open higher on vaccine hopes

South Korean shares opened higher Monday on hopes of a new coronavirus vaccine. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) rose 6.16 points, or 0.31 percent, to 1,976.29 in the first 15 minutes of trading. Optimism grew after a US bio firm, Moderna, again reported positive test results from its candidate vaccine. Such reports from the US firm sparked a global stock market rally last week. Large caps ...

Monsoon to reach Mumbai between June 15 and 20

Update on India’s most awaited season that holds the reins of the economy — the monsoon forecast. Rajendra Kumar Jenamani, head of Regional Specialised Meteorological Centre, says India has seen the highest temperature of this year at 47.6 in the last two days. The heatwave will start subsiding from May 28 as easterly winds will […]

ARA: ‘Retailers Need More Flexible Trading Hours’

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) is calling for greater flexibility when it comes to trading hours and penalty rates, in order to support the retail sector as it begins to recover from the COVID-19 lockdowns.

Breaking NEWS:Westan Pick Up Denon & Marantz, Qualifi Gets Speakercraft

Melbourne based distributor Westan has been appointed as the distributor for Denon and Marantz products in New Zealand.

Apple Recovers In China

SHANGHAI: Apple sales in China continued to recover in April, due partly to the release of a cheaper iPhone.

Disney+ Gains 2 Million Oz Viewers In First Four Months

According to the latest data from Roy Morgan, Disney+ had attracted 2 million viewers in Australia by end-March, only four months after the streaming service entered the local market.

Stuff bought by its CEO, MediaWorks announces mass layoffs in historic day for NZ media

Duncan Greive assesses an extraordinary morning for New Zealand’s media. In the space of a tumultuous half hour New Zealand’s media landscape has been utterly transformed, with Stuff CEO Sinead Boucher completing an audacious management buyout from its Australian owners Nine, while hundreds of st

Tanzania finally allows export of mineral concentrates

The government has issued an export permit for all the 277 containers full of gold and copper concentrates which had been held in Dar es Salaam since 2017.

Parliament committee wants TTCL audited over unclear debts

The Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has called for a thorough management audit of the Tanzania Telecommunications Company Limited (TTCL) to establish areas of reform that would improve

Minecraft has been sold over 200 million times; Mojang rebrands and announces new projects

Microsoft has confirmed that Minecraft has been sold over 200 million times, almost six years after purchasing the rights to the game. The studio behind the game, Mojang AB, has been given a rebrand too and has announced work on new projects.

Stuff CEO buys company for $1

Stuff chief executive Sinead Boucher has purchased Stuff from its Australian owners Nine Entertainment for $1. The chief executive was returning...

Chemists to sell N95 mask for Rs 50 that Amul sells for Rs 65

Chemists and druggists federation raises doubts about quality of N95 masks sold at Amul parlours

TV actors battle to survive lockdown blues

As the television industry remains paralysed by lockdown, many actors and workers are scared. Non-payment of dues by many producers are just adding to the woes. For many, it is either turning into a struggle with mental health or a matter of survival

The one thing these great ICT companies have in common

There is one thing top South African IT and telecommunications companies have in common.

bidorbuy helps South African businesses get back to work

bidorbuy is making it easier for businesses in different sectors to plan for when they may be permitted to reopen.

If you invested R100 in these companies on 1 January 2020, here is how much you would have today

Sasfin Securities deputy chairman David Shapiro has revealed the biggest winners and losers on the JSE, NYSE, and the NASDAQ exchange this year.

Frogfoot fibre price increases coming soon

Frogfoot has informed Internet service providers that it will implement a price increase to its wholesale fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) services from 1 July 2020.

Industry insider reveals the true impact of the lockdown on the South African travel industry

An industry insider has provided real-world facts and figures on the impact of the extended lockdown on the South African travel and tourism industry.

iCE3 Exchange gets Callpay Instant Deposits

South African cryptocurrency exchange iCE3 has launched an additional integrated EFT payment gateway on its platform.

Harwell Space Cluster launches 10-year strategy to become UK Gateway to Space

The Harwell Space Cluster, Europe's most concentrated group of space organisations, located at Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, has released its 10-year growth strategy. Already recognised internationally as the UK Space Gateway, the strategy supports the cluster's ambition to become the most compelling global gateway to the space sector, making it an even more powerful engine of growth, innovation, and investment for the whole of the UK. The strategy supports the cluster's ambition to reach 200 organisations collectively employing 5,000 people by 2030.

Almost 90 jobs go from Invercargill licensing trust

Eighty-seven of ILT's 606 workforce will be made redundant after staff restructuring due to Covid-19 impacting the hospitality sector. ILT chief...

Health alliance shows worth

Covid-19 has shown the critical role Alliance South plays in delivering health services across the region, its new chairman says. Cromwell-based...

CBD plan must rise above pandemic

Dunedin people are passionate about their central business district. So passionate, in fact, they struggle to agree on how to make it better. Years...

Chocolate company adapts to new normal

A restructure in the wake of Covid-19 has put Jim O’Malley back at the helm of Dunedin chocolate-maker Ocho. Before the outbreak, Ocho was...

H&J Smith looking to close stores

H&J Smith Group says it is considering closing stores in the South, affecting 175 staff, as it tries to secure its long-term future.

Smiths City votes to go into receivership to hasten sale

Furniture and electronics retailer Smiths City has been placed into receivership to allow a quick sale to Polar Capital, a private investment...

Reliability of power supply questioned

The reliability of the two power lines bringing electricity to Wanaka from Cromwell is being questioned by Aurora Energy whistle-blower Richard...

Stuff CEO buys company for $1

Stuff chief executive Sinead Boucher has purchased Stuff from its Australian owners Nine Entertainment for $1.

UAVenture Capital spins off FreeFall Aerospace to form FreeFall 5G

UAVenture Capital (UAVC), the Tucson-based firm that invests exclusively in University of Arizona science and technology, and DVI Equity Partners, the technology investment arm of Tucson's Diamond Ventures, has announced that two of their portfolio companies, FreeFall Aerospace and ED2, have come together to create a new company called FreeFall 5G to capitalize on the explosive growth of the 5G market.

Companies must adhere to strict health, safety protocols - Ramaphosa

The president warned that the risk of a massive increase in COVID-19 infections would be greater as the economy opened up and millions of more people returned to work.

MAMPHELA RAMPHELE: Africa Day is a celebration of resilience

COVID-19 and our response to it is Africa's opportunity to reimagine itself, writes Mamphela Ramphele.

SAA's BRPs granted leave to appeal decision to halt retrenchment process

The BRPs and SAA then argued that there was a reasonable prospect that the facts would receive a different treatment by the Labour appeal court and leave to appeal has now been granted.

Over 200k workers could lose their jobs in WC due to COVID-19 - Treasury

The provincial Treasury Department head David Savage said of the over 200,000 job losses predicted, several came from the tourism industry.

SA wine industry still reeling from effects of exports ban

Wine exports were prohibited for five weeks during the strict national lockdown under level 5.

Philadelphia Museum of Art Workers Seek to Unionize

After a year of organizing, staff members at the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA) launched a union drive. On Friday, they announced their intent to join District Council 47 of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). By unionizing, organizers are hoping the museum, which is currently closed because of the Covid-19 outbreak, will prioritize ensuring worker and visitor safety and maintaining programs that serve the community as it works to recover from the financial fallout from the pandemic.

South Africa’s richest people recover some lockdown losses

South Africa’s richest people have seen their fortunes recover over the last month – but many are still worse off than before the global coronavirus pandemic hit home, forcing the country into a nine-week high level lockdown.

Cape Town based online retailer gets R100 million investment

Cape Town based e-commerce fashion retailer RunwaySale says it has received an investment of R100 million from international private equity firm, SPEAR Capital.

New push to allow South Africans to access their retirement funds during coronavirus lockdown

Trade federation Cosatu has submitted an urgent request to Finance minister Tito Mboweni, to allow workers to access part of their retirement fund savings for coronavirus financial relief.

South African taxpayers to pay for ban on cigarettes and alcohol: expert

The South Africa Revenue Services (SARS) has predicted that it will lose around 15% to 20% of its tax revenue this year as a result of the nationwide Coivid-19 lockdown.

Maruti, Hyundai employees test COVID-19 positive, firms not to shut down

India's top carmakers Maruti Suzuki India Ltd and Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Sunday said they will not suspend production at their factories in Manesar and Irungattukottai near Chennai respectively despite some of their employees testing positive for coronavirus in the last two days.

Angel investors examine exit options in Egypt after end of holding period

While the majority of start-ups need angel investments to grow, such investors have to be acquainted with exit options.

Minister of Housing Says Tunisia Planning to Salvage Jobs

Tunisia’s Minister of Equipment, Housing and Spatial Planning Moncef Sliti has revealed that more than 4,000 construction and rehabilitation projects have been paralyzed by the coronavirus pandemic. In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, Sliti said that the

Estonia sees 20%-drop in foreign tourists in Q1

As the effects of COVID-19 spread and related restrictions become visible in quarterly statistics, in the Estonian tourism industry a drop over 20% of foreign visitors in the first quarter of 2020 has been recorded in statistics from the Bank of Estonia as quoted by ERR.

Dollar, Treasurys, S&P 500 Breakouts Mostly Averted, So Far

Forex Analysis by Marc Chandler covering: EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, AUD/USD. Read Marc Chandler's latest article on Investing.com

'Our clubs may not survive' Calls for support fund to protect Irish sports organisations during pandemic

CONCERNS for the future of sporting organisations across Ireland have led to the call for a support fund to be established to see them through the coronavirus pandemic. The Federation of Irish Sport has called on the Government to create a Resilience Fund and set up a task force to ensure “the survival and reignition of sport organisations nationwide”. The Federation, whose members include the 81 National Governing Bodies and 29 Local Sports Partnerships that organise sport and physical activity in Ireland, issued a statement on behalf of those members this week - claiming the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic have been devastating for them. “There has been no organised sport in Ireland for 10 weeks,” they said. “The stark reality is that the knock-on effects of Covid-19 financially for all sports organisations in the country are devastating.” Advertisement They explained: “Within the last week, we have seen a number of our major team sports talk publicly of losses up to 70 per cent of their turnover. “Unfortunately…

Call for financial safety net for vulnerable workers

WITH thousands left reeling from sudden layoffs and redundancies in Jamaica and across th...

Business leaders urge caution on return-to-workplace approach

SOME business leaders are urging companies to examine their individual situation, and hav...

COVID-19: neoliberalism is not going down without a fight

The fight that lies ahead may be the toughest one yet, as the beast is most dangerous when mortally wounded. To our advantage however, the cards have already been laid out on the table. Español

Mexico posts largest trade deficit on record as exports collapse

Mexico posts largest trade deficit on record as exports collapse

French public lender raises 4.2 billion euros for fund to boost French firms

French public lender raises 4.2 billion euros for fund to boost French firms

StockBeat: Vamos a la Playa (Lockdown is Over)

StockBeat: Vamos a la Playa (Lockdown is Over)

NASDAQ Awaits Other Indices To Follow Its Lead; V-Recovery In Place (For Now)

Stocks Analysis by Declan Fallon covering: S&P 500, US SmallCap 2000, iShares Russell 2000 ETF, NASDAQ Composite. Read Declan Fallon's latest article on Investing.com

Making roads biker-friendly

"Other countries have bicycle lanes to lower their carbon footprint, reduce pollution and promote a healthy lifestyle."   It seems the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority had beaten the Department of Transportation to the draw in making major roads in Metro Manila friendlier to bikers.

Some euro zone central banks need to do more, others less: ECB's Villeroy

Some euro zone central banks need to do more, others less: ECB's Villeroy

Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Monday, May 25th

Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Monday, May 25th

Hong Kong And Chinese Markets Face Economic, Political, Technical Headwinds

Stocks Analysis by Candy Matheson covering: Hang Seng, Shanghai Composite. Read Candy Matheson's latest article on Investing.com

Walmart's Mexico unit pays scaled-down tax of $358 million after government talks

Walmart's Mexico unit pays scaled-down tax of $358 million after government talks

Brazil still plans to privatize 43 airports through 2022: minister

Brazil still plans to privatize 43 airports through 2022: minister

Gold Trading Along Last Week’s Lows

Commodities Analysis by Sunshine Profits (Paul Rejczak) covering: XAU/USD, XAG/USD, Gold Futures, Silver Futures. Read Sunshine Profits (Paul Rejczak)'s latest article on Investing.com

Nissan has not confirmed if plans to close Spanish plant: industry secretary

Nissan has not confirmed if plans to close Spanish plant: industry secretary

French crisis measures have cost 450 billion euros, finance minister says

French crisis measures have cost 450 billion euros, finance minister says

On its deathbed, tourism needs local touch to revive

As industry has no way to revive itself, state govt thinks of concepts that can make it get going As most sectors resume businesses following the easing of lockdown, tourism and hospitality sector is .

Grocery prices start to soar

Experts have attributed this trend to the disruption in production and distribution during the lockdown. They also suggest that prices may continue to fluctuate in coming weeks, with no clarity on how the lockdown will be monitored in the days to come.

US unemployment rate could rise to above 25% - Goldman Sachs

Analysts at Goldman Sachs now estimate the US unemployment rate could rise to above 25%. The jobless rate was previously forecasted to peak at 25%. Th

GBP/USD Price Analysis: Portrays falling wedge on hourly chart below 1.2200

GBP/USD rises to 1.2191, up 0.15% on a day, during Monday’s Asian session. In doing so, the Cable pair extends its recoveries from Friday’s low of 1.2

EUR/USD Price Analysis: Peeps above 1.09, but range play continues

EUR/USD is looking to begin the week on a positive note. The pair is currently trading at 1.0905, representing marginal gains on the day. However, des

Here are the key challenges and scary facts confronting young people

Without a doubt, there will be more over-qualified job seekers and graduates going after fewer available job vacancies due mainly to automation and ageing population. As a result, more young people especially will increasingly be forced into spending more time in higher education.

Western Areas storms Panoramic Resources recap

ASX-listed Western Areas has sent a reminder that it's not just private equity tyre-kickers that can use recapitalisations to nab strategic positions. 

Barrick pays Tanzania initial $100 million after gold shipments resume

The government had imposed a ban during a tax dispute.

Squirky-bum-time for Zim dollar

LONG suffering Zimbabweans will have to dig deeper into their pockets to survive, after prices of basic goods went up sharply again at the weekend – on the back of the collapsing Zim dollar.

Zimbabwe govt makes policy shift on cannabis farming

The government of Zimbabwe has announced a change in the policy that governs the investment and production of medicinal cannabis in the country.

Zimbabwe fuel crisis set to worsen

DESPERATE motorists are set to endure more anguish at fuel pumps, after authorities admitted at the weekend that they were struggling to get foreign currency to import petrol and diesel.

Zimnat launches novel inflation linked funeral cover

HARARE-One of the oldest financial institutions in the country, Zimnat Life Assurance has launched an inflation linked funeral policy, Gadziriro/Lungiselelo ZWL$ Funeral Plan the first of its kind in Zimbabwe, which provides for regular review of covers and premiums on a regular basis.

Money Changers Shift To One Money, ZIPIT As RBZ Enforces Restrictions On EcoCash

MUTARE – Foreign currency dealers in this eastern border city have switched to the use of the One Money mobile money platform to buy hard currency from individuals as the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) piles more pressure on the more popular EcoCash.

F1 News: Aston Martin set for first major change since Stroll takeover

Aston Martin looks set to make its first major management change since the arrival of investor Lawrence Stroll earlier this year, with CEO Andy Palmer tipped to be replaced

Starting small may lead students to bigger things

Learning how to build tiny houses could set up Dunedin trainee builders for bigger things. The Dunedin Training Centre will offer a new Level 3...

Moody’s: Pressure keeps rising for Apac companies as coronavirus impact becomes clearer

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Moody’s Investors Service said about 22 per cent of 476 rated non-financial companies in Asia Pacific (Apac) have high exposure to coronavirus disruptions, up from 20 per cent in March, as the effects of the pandemic on companies’ credit quality have...

Virgin Media to offer free TV ads for SMEs under €1m support scheme

Broadband and pay-TV operator to showcase how businesses are responding to pandemic

Business sentiment rises but Covid-19 concerns persist

‘Nobody is losing the run of themselves’ but they see light ahead, says Bank of Ireland

Irish agribusiness ClonBio reports €95m pretax profit for 2019

Ethanol prices rose last year, but Covid-19 impact means transport use has declined this year

Globalfoundries to implement ITAR and strict security assurances at New York fab

Globalfoundries has announced plans to implement export control security measures at its most advanced manufacturing facility, Fab 8, in Malta, New York. GF will bring its Fab 8 facility into compliance with both the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) standards and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), making the company the most advanced ITAR foundry in the country.

Alibaba sees 1Q20 revenues down sequentially

China-based e-commerce operator Alibaba Group has reported consolidated revenues of CNY114.314 billion (US$16.14 billion) for first-quarter 2020, decreasing 29.20% sequentially but increasing 22.26% on year.

Test Research upbeat about 1H20

Test Research (TRI), which provides automatic test and inspection tool solutions, has landed a pull-in of orders for networking and server applications since the fourth quarter of 2019. The order pull-in momentum is expected to persist throughout the first half of 2020, according to the Taiwan-based company.

U.S. Sanctions against China Tailwind for Bitcoin’s Bullish Moves

Bitcoin anticipates market growth as White House National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien threatens China with economic sanctions over Hong Kong national

Some business risks can be prepared for in advance

Corporates will now need to fast track learning from pandemic-enforced disruptions too

Gold rates today hikes in Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai - 25 May 2020

Gold rates today on 25 May 2020: Gold rates have increased by a slight margin on Monday. These gold rates have been on rise after a fall for the last couple of days.

Zesa cancels US$217 million deals

Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC), a unit of state power utility ZESA Holdings, has cancelled two multi-million dollar contracts signed with Indian electrical engineering firm, Jaguar Overseas Limited, for the re-powering of its Harare and Munyati thermal power plants.

USD/JPY Price Analysis: Keeps mild gains above previous resistance line, 200-HMA

USD/JPY rises to 107.73, up 0.08% on a day, while heading into the European session on Monday. That said, the yen pair recently took a U-turn from a f

Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD down by $6 in Asia, weekly chart shows bullish trend exhaustion

Gold, a safe-haven asset, is flashing red at press time even though the growth-linked currencies like the Aussie dollar are struggling to gain altitud

Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD portrays falling wedge on hourly chart below 1.2200

GBP/USD rises to 1.2191, up 0.15% on a day, during Monday’s Asian session. In doing so, the Cable pair extends its recoveries from Friday’s low of 1.2

Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD mildly heavy below $1,750, looks to US-China tension for clues

Gold prices drop to $1,731, print 0.20% loss, intraday low of $1,730.37, by the press time of Tokyo open on Monday. Although fresh risk-off sentiment,

Gold sees next leg higher towards $2000/oz – Citibank

Analysts at Citibank offer key insights on why is gold’s next move higher, as the bulls look towards $2000/oz. Key quotes “Drivers of money flow into

Taiwan mulls ‘spend NT$1,000, get NT$3,000’ stimulus measure

Spending incentive aimed to boost economic activity amid coronavirus fallout

More workers to lose jobs as key sectors feel COVID-19 pinch

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A sobering analysis of Uganda’s businesses during coronavirus crisis shows that at least 100,000 formal jobs have been cut revealing the scale of the carnage the virus has had on employment. Also, at least 4.4 million workers in the informal sector will either see their earnings fall below the poverty …

COVID-19 relief payouts 92 percent complete

More than 92 percent of South Korean households have received their emergency disaster relief funds from the government, three weeks after the payouts began, the government said Monday.  According to the Ministry of Interior and Safety, by Sunday the government had paid out 89.3 percent of the 14.24 trillion won ($11.46 billion) allocated for disaster relief to 92.8 percent of the 21.71 million households in K...

Fewer meetings will help achieve 100% productivity, say developers in survey

Working longer hours wasn't an issue but developers said they wanted fewer meetings as it cuts into productivity. The survey found that 97% of developers who worked over 60 hours reported they were happy with their job.

FMF, others list strategies to curb impact of coronavirus in real estate

Following the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the real estate sector, stakeholders including five chief executives in the mortgage finance industry have move to cushion the effect on the average Nigerians seeking decent and affordable housing in the country.

Demand for budget-friendly homes surges amid layoffs, pay cuts

As the Nigerian economy falters due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, businesses are worst off, prompting pay cuts in many companies, search by people living in rented houses for budget-friendly homes across cities and towns to reduce costs.

Elizabeth Ames: Coronavirus 'new normal' – Don't believe all the predictions. Here's why

It is said that the coronavirus will alter not just our habits, but also our politics. 

Never let a good crisis go to waste: How our food sector can save NZ's economy

The world will always need food, and New Zealand is enviably positioned to capitalise on this, writes future foods expert Rosie Bosworth – but we need to take a few big steps first.  It’s a bittersweet moment for New Zealand. As a nation we’ve collectively worked hard to successfully flatten the

Can former Disney executive Kevin Mayer transform TikTok?

American prepares to steer Chinese sensation through US turbulence

IPO ‘roadshows’ from home cause bankers to question the old ways

Advisers and executives say they do not miss the traditional tours of financial centres

Insider Trading? OmiseGo (OMG) Surges 200% Just 15 Minutes after Coinbase Listing, but then Crashes Immediately

San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase began supporting trading with OmiseGo (OMG) on May 21, 2020. The OMG token price surged 200% in only 15

Another Digital Bank to Launch in the Philippines, as Government Aims to Offer Virtual Banking Services to Filipinos Working Abroad

An increasing number of transactions are being conducted online by the residents of the Philippines due to COVID-19. The nation’s government has confirmed

Fiji Airways terminate 775 staff: 'Devastating' airline sackings highlight the need for travel bubble

Fiji Airways' decision to let go nearly 800 staff due to the Covid-19 pandemic highlights the importance of establishing a Pacific "travel bubble" as soon as possible, an aviation expert says.

Master Parasites demand $40,000 new home subsidy

Last week, the Property Council of Australia (PCA) demanded a $50,000 new home boost to “kickstart the economy” by stimulating the construction of 50,000 dwellings, alongside a massive ramp-up in immigration.

Owner-occupier mortgages still OK but…

Vir CoreLogic’s leading indicators:

Kyoto hotels hit by 89% slump in foreign stays as pandemic takes toll

Visitors from East Asia, where the virus took hold from the start of the year, plummeted even further.

Internationalization of Higher Education in the GCC Countries

Education is an important area of social life, shaping the intellectual and cultural state of society. In the context of globalization, the challenges of time give rise to new trends in it, one of which is internationalization. This process has already swept the whole world, including Arab countries. Some of them, especially the Gulf states, […]

Receivers appointed to Mayfair 101 companies, with more than $85m investor funds at risk

Move on owner of Dunk Island comes after company failed to make $3m in loan repayments to IPO Wealth Fund

Renault could disappear without a bail out – report

The French brand's 122-year history could be at stake according to a key decision maker.

[Newsmaker] Recycling centers face desperate battle to survive

The global coronavirus pandemic is threatening the future of plastic recycling in South Korea, as major recycling centers are incurring mounting losses amid a collapse in global demand. Many are being forced to cut costs, work hours and head counts just to stay afloat, but a quick turnaround appears unlikely, industry insiders and government officials said. “(Local) recycling centers are largely dependent o...

Belt and Road Initiative affected by COVID-19, but impact is 'temporary': China

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that the demand for public health expansion in view of the COVID-19 all over the world will give a new impetus to project expansion.

Developer O’Flynn calls for task force to deal with housing crisis

Michael O’Flynn also wants help-to-buy scheme extended to 2025

Why are we still failing to stop deforestation?

While national and international efforts to reverse the trend of deforestation have multiplied in recent years, there is still no clear evidence to suggest that these initiatives are actually working. A new paper published in One Earth, calls for a radically different approach that focuses on our understanding of how individuals make their choices about forests and livelihoods.

We need a new approach to UK resilience -- leading Cranfield academics

Leading academics from across Cranfield University are calling for a new approach to UK resilience. Writing in today's Financial Times, the academics believe that as well as lessons learnt from the response to COVID-19 there is a much wider lesson to be learnt about how the UK identifies, prepares and responds to threats and risks, such as to our safety, our national security and from climate change.

Watch out Amazon, Flipkart: Reliance's JioMart launches online grocery service across India

Glenmuir High doubles efforts to help COVID-19 affected families

GLENMUIR HIGH School in Clarendon has merged efforts with donors, locally and overseas, to assist some families affected by the novel coronavirus. The disease has infected over five million people worldwide, caused over 300,000 deaths, and has had...

One wound-up Franklin scheme ‘erroneously’ sold ICICI debt

The fund house said it has compensated the scheme for the erroneous trade.

How investment in nature can help the North's economy recover after lockdown

Natural assets are one of the North's greatest strengths, says IPPR North

Need to convert development into mass movement: NITI Aayog's Rajiv Kumar

There is a need to convert development into mass movement, and India should aspire to become second or third largest economy in the world by 2047, Niti Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar said on Sunday.

Cirque du Soleil founder wants to buy back high-profile but debt-laden show

Guy Laliberte stated his intention during a radio show, but it will not be a cakewalk

China's 'hermit' investors fill doubled oil storage with crude bet

SINGAPORE/SHANGHAI — Chinese financial investors betting on a rebound in oil prices are filling commercial storage tanks held by the Shanghai futures exchange just as fast as the exchange can find them.

COVID-19 presents opportunity to boost African economies, says Elumelu

The Chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Tony Elumelu, has stated that the coronavirus pandemic  presents an opportunity to reset the....

CBN sets 2022 deadline for MfBs’ N200m recapitalisation

Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)  has set April 2022 deadline for tier-1 Microfinance  Banks (MfBs) to achieve N200 million minimum capital base....

Cos look within for new woman leaders

India Business News: Namrata.

USD/CHF Price Analysis: Buyers regain control above 100-day SMA

While extending its run-up past-100-day SMA, USD/CHF rises to 0.9720, up 0.08% on a day, during the early Monday. Considering the pair’s sustained tra

Global engines fire up again, Europe makes steady start

Europe, despite reeling under the pandemic, is steadily opening up.

Why House of Representatives resolved to probe Chinese loans 

A Peep into the mindset of House of Representatives’ member, Hon. Ben Rollands Igbakpa offers an insight as to why the lower legislative chamber resolved

Rwanda becomes first African country to unfold new Paris agreement climate plan

Despite being one of the poorest countries in the world, and contributing hardly anything to the current climate crisis, Rwanda has become one of the first countries to submit a new national climate plan, which will strengthen global efforts to tackle climate change ahead of the 16th Conference of Parties (COP26).

How coronavirus impacts buyers in real estate market

Notwithstanding the positive outlook for the Nigerian property market in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted negatively on the market, leaving property investments in disarray.

Makinde, others laud facility managers’ role in COVID-19 crisis

The Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has lauded facility managers for their contributions to health, safety and productivity of people during ongoing CoVID-19 crisis. Makinde noted that as with governance, people hardly commend facilities managers when things are going right, but immediately the ‘ball drops’, everyone remembers their roles. The Governor stated this during the […]

Retirees petition CBN over agreement breaches, seek pensions review

CBN pensioners have petitioned the CBN Governor, Emefiele, over what they described as breaches of agreements for upward review of pensions

Australia unleashes ‘Neighbours’ to counter China influence

Canberra will beam local TV shows to seven Pacific island nations in soft power push

Rolls-Royce increases price-cuts pressure on suppliers

Big equipment makers turn to strained supply chain for savings

‘Never waste a crisis’: inside Saudi Arabia’s shopping spree

The $325bn Public Investment Fund has spent billions on overseas deals this year even as the kingdom’s economy struggles

Virus obstructs US and UK bids for $800m South Korea helicopter deal

Travel restrictions and spending cuts muddy defence sector outlook

Foxtel left floundering by streaming rivals

Roy Morgan has released new data showing explosive growth across Australia’s subscription television market from all providers except Foxtel:

Business Live: Domestic flights to resume from today; Jiomart goes live to take on Amazon, Flipkart

Updates from the world of economy, markets, and finance

Business excellence noms

The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce annual Business Excellence Awards are slated for the fall.

Paper cone, tube manufacturers in dire straits

The paper cone and tube manufacturing sector has been in trouble since the end of 2019.KS Balamurugan, Managing Director, KU Sodalamuthu and Co Pvt Ltd, attributes this to economic slowdown and fallin

Retail investors throng capital markets during lockdown period, says Reliance Securities CEO

While Covid-19 has been a painful period for all and the lockdown a pressure for most who have been busy and active, it seems to have drawn people to the capital market.Lav Chaturvedi, Executive Direc

Tax opportunities and tax risk management strategies during a crisis

QUESTION: I have had to furlough most of my staff as my business has had very little turnover over the last two months.

Mercedes-AMG boss tipped for top job at Aston Martin

The British brand's relationship with Mercedes may become stronger according to international reports.

[Monitor] TV shipments in China drop below 10m

China, the world’s largest television market, has suffered a sharp drop in shipments in the first quarter upon the COVID-19 pandemic, data showed Monday. According to Omdia, around 9,387,600 TV sets were shipped to retailers in China, dropping below the 10 million mark for the first time in nine years. The decline rate in TV shipments was 23.6 percent for China, 13.6 percent for West Europe, 8.5 percent for N...

Taiwan Chelic constructing new plant in China

Pneumatic automation component maker Taiwan Chelic has disclosed it is constructing a plant in eastern China with investment of CNY180 million (US$25.5 million), with production set to start in July 2020, according to the company at a May investor conference.

India may register recession in third quarter of this fiscal: Report

The Indian economy is likely to slip into recession in the third quarter of this fiscal as loss in income and jobs and cautiousness among consumers will delay recovery in consumer demand even after the pandemic, says a report.

Gold imports dip for fifth consecutive month in April, fall by almost 100%

India's gold imports contracted for the fifth consecutive month in a row, falling by about 100 per cent to USD 2.83 million in April due to the lockdowns imposed globally on account of coronavrius outbreak.

Wholesale vegetable prices fall sharply by up to 60% during lockdown

Wholesale prices of tomato, onion and other key seasonal vegetables have declined sharply by up to 60 per cent across the country, mainly due to higher production, compression of demand and market disruption amid COVID-19 crisis.

Major automakers see demand for personal vehicles going up

Automakers like Maruti Suzuki, Honda, Toyota and Tata Motors expect demand for personal vehicles to go up in the country as social distancing and fear associated with COVID-19 veer people away from public transport.

Casement Park: No agreement on £33m funding gap says Stormont

STORMONT has still not agreed how to plug a £33 million funding gap plaguing the Casement Park stadium project.

Current equity losses underline why planned exit from investment is important

In investing, the level at which you invest is just as important as the value when you exit.

Markets closed for Eid-ul-Fitar on Monday

Financial markets will resume trading on Tuesday, May 26

New path for migrant labourers to tread 

The fear of the Covid-19 has frozen economic activities in urban India. Nearly 80 million migrant workers who were engaged in factories, construction companies, retail outlets, entertainment industries, malls, hotels and restaurants etc lost hope, income, and shelter.  Government support, community kitchens, and voluntary agencies’ efforts have failed to stop the exodus. As the death toll is increasing in every passing day,  it is difficult to forecast when the economy will restart; the migrant workers may continue to return home in large number despite the risk. 

New 'ShopKiwi' website encourages shoppers to support local businesses

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