Evaluation of Plus Two answer scripts begins

Teachers wear masks; physical distancing norms followed

A marathon trip back home in times of pandemic

Safely ensconced in her house at Edappally after an arduous road trip covering over 2,100 km across seven COVID-19-hit States in nearly three days, Veena Roshan Jose simply could not shake off a sense

10 more COVID-19 cases confirmed in Kasaragod

3,369 persons in quarantine; total number of patients 49

IGI Airport sees less chaos as States come up with clear travel protocol

Nervous flyers wear not-so-comfortable PPE kits before entering the terminal

‘Colleges, varsities should not insist on exam fee’

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has urged colleges and universities not to insist on payment of semester or examination fee by students.The advisory, issued on Wednesday, comes in the wake of g

‘Women Commission proactive even during lockdown’

Rendered help to over 100 complainants, says Chairperson

Hurdles in school admissions worry NoRKs

Managements cite non-availability of seats

Tankers to supply water to Jawaharnagar

Mayor conducts meeting with municipal officials

Seven more positive cases in Alappuzha

Biggest single-day spike in cases in the district

Coronavirus | All bags disinfected at Chennai airport

According to officials of the Airports Authority of India (AAI), ever since domestic operations resumed on Monday, the baggage of about 2,500 passengers has been disinfected.

‘Chance of locust attack in Tamil Nadu remote’

Despite a ‘remote chance’ of a locust swarm attacking the State, Tamil Nadu government officials have planned a five-point strategy to handle the situation, should the menace touch its borders.Asked a

LB Nagar flyover, underpass launch today

Minister K. T. Rama Rao to inaugurate the two structures

5 held for murder of rowdy-sheeter

Five persons have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 40-year-old rowdy-sheeter at the quarry centre on the outskirts of Rajamahendravaram in East Godavari district. The five persons have

Paid lodging may soon be an option for transit passengers at Chennai aiport

Government considering setting up facility where they can stay during layovers

Petition to allow more than 50 vehicles at B.C. drive-ins garners growing support

A petition appealing to the provincial government to axe a maximum of 50 vehicles at drive-in theatres has garnered nearly 11,000 signatures with more being

Illicit-drug deaths up in B.C. and remain highest in Canada: chief coroner

VANCOUVER - British Columbia's overdose deaths spiked in March and April reaching the same heights recorded over a year earlier.The BC Coroners Service says

Kelowna Mounties catching more people doing drugs and driving

Drinking and doing drugs while driving seems to be on the rise, according to Kelowna Mounties.The Kelowna RCMP Municipal Traffic Section had a road check se

Ladakh dispute

Ladakh is a union territory, adjacent to the state of Jammu and Kashmir, under the administrative control of India and has been a cause of dispute between Pakistan, India and Chine till 1947. Recently

A hard year

“Uninstall 2020, because it has a virus inside it”,  a slogan that got spread in social media just after novel crona took power globally. Afterall it isn’t one virus, it is a virus of bad luck

India-Nepal border dispute- new strategic dimensions   

Part of the Hindutva agendaBy: Bilal Ahmad SheikhIndian  Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 80-kilometre (50-mile) Lipulekh road, which will serve as the shortest route betwee

Longtime Charlotte firefighter accused of stealing hundreds of dollars from Target in Midtown

Charlotte detectives have charged 41-year-old Timothy Ireland with seven counts of misdemeanor larceny.

Specify action taken against doctors in Gadwal case: HC

Young mother, along with newborn, died after being turned away by various hospitals

Karnataka has 60 ICMR-approved labs now

They have an overall testing capacity of nearly 13,000 samples a day

Coronavirus | 817 fresh cases take Tamil Nadu’s COVID-19 tally to 18,545

Chennai adds 558 patients; 567 discharged from hospital.

The swarm: On locust attack

The locusts in western parts add a new dimension to other disasters facing India

Krishna water release from A.P. resumes after a month

Supply expected to reach inter-State border in Tiruvallur by the evening

With test results delayed, it is a longer stay at quarantine centre for many

Besides financial implications, they all have complaints about poor facilities

A moment to trust the teacher

The novel coronavirus crisis is the right time to create the energy for examination reform

Migrant youth’s burial opposed in Chengalpattu

Residents feared he was a COVID-19 victim

Seven test positive in Palakkad

Chennai returnee’s mother, migrant worker from Assam among new patients

Israel’s New International Upper Hand

Certainly now and going forward, any approach that does not reflect the even greater political, economic, military and technological contrast between the two sides would be absurd and futile.

Parents allege medical negligence in infant’s death

The parents of a four-month-old child from Manjeri who died of COVID-19 at the Government Medical College Hospital, Kozhikode, on April 24, have alleged that the infant’s death was due to failure in t

E-stamps for judicial uses introduced in Puducherry

The e-stamp system will ensure that only Puducherry court fees stamp papers, printed or issued by the Puducherry government can be used in respect of all original, appellate, revisional, review litigations arising out of the jurisdictional limits of the Union Territory.

I am being given psychiatric drugs unnecessarily, alleges Vizag doctor

He urges hospital Superintendent to shift him to a better medical centre; mother alleges political persecution

Hyderabad CP to probe custodial death

Victim died in Manthani police station

15 police officers test positive for COVID-19

Police received a jolt of sorts when 15 of their colleagues — 12 in Hyderabad and three in Cyberabad police commissionerate offices tested positive for COVID-19. Hyderabad Police Commissioner Anjani K

Nine new cases in Puducherry

Nine COVID-19 cases, including four from Villupuram in Tamil Nadu, were reported in Puducherry on Wednesday. The five cases in Puducherry were from Solai Nagar, Muthialpet, Dharmapuri and Reddiarpalay

12 pedal edema patients shifted to Kakinada GGH

Twelve tribal people suffering from pedal edema were shifted to Kakinada Government General Hospital on Wednesday. All of them belong to Chintoor Agency where 14 persons died of the disease since Marc

RS polls: G.T. Deve Gowda backs H.D. Deve Gowda’s candidature

Even though he is nursing a grouse against the JD(S) leadership, the former Minister G.T. Deve Gowda on Wednesday backed the former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda’s candidature for the Rajya Sabha pol

Nicola Sturgeon Confirms 'Public Inquiry' Into Scottish Government's Handling of Coronavirus Crisis

The Scottish Government has been the target of criticism after it was revealed that care home residents presenting symptoms of coronavirus were being moved from...

Trump wants to fight Twitter more than regulate it

Why regulation isn’t what Trump cares about most

Pubs and restaurants could reopen NEXT MONTH as Boris Johnson says roadmap is moving 'faster than previously thought' and orders review of the six-foot rule

Boris Johnson tonight told MPs he hopes to allow watering holes and restaurants to re-open earlier than July 4 - the date which has been set down in the government's roadmap out of lockdown.

Most CNN Employees Will Not Return to Office This Year, Jeff Zucker Says

"We expect that the majority of you will not be able to return to our offices this calendar year," the network president said Wednesday in a memo.

Aid delivery systems under scrutiny

One of the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic is the need to strengthen delivery systems to ensure that benefits reach the needy and not the greedy, Prime Minister Andrew Holness disclosed today during a digital press conference.

Bodies of 43 crash victims handed over to families

Minist­er says proces­s will be comple­ted in seven days

Refusing to Wear a Mask Is an Empty Act of Defiance

Those who reject facial coverings during the pandemic do so amid broad consensus about what public safety demands.

Fake salesman realized customer, 48, was disabled - then raped her

Benjamen Gilbert took advantage of the vulnerable woman after cajoling her into letting him come into her home, police say

Police find £1,000,000 cash in suspect's home after stopping his car

Officers found banknotes stuffed inside shoe boxes and bags.

Over 100 doctors call for tax on junk food to handle obesity epidemic

A group of doctors have written to the government warning chronic illnesses caused by unhealthy diets are adding to the Covid-19 death toll and 'crippling' the NHS.

Video Shows Man Set Hotel Office on Fire During Attempted Robbery

Surveillance footage from a North Texas hotel captured a rather unconventional robbery attempt. The arsonist entered the Budget Host Inn in Fort Wo...

Boris Johnson Tells UK to 'Move On' From Dominic Cummings Controversy

Special advisor to the British government, Dominic Cummings, has faced calls to step down from his position after it was alleged that he broke lockdown regulations....

US Denies Reports It Has 'Multiple Patriot Missile Batteries' Deployed Near Massive Syrian Gas Field

US forces in northeastern Syria began to redeploy from the border with Turkey to the country’s interior and oil and gas fields last October, after Ankara launched an...

Fauci says he wears a mask as a sign of respect, adds it's 'the kind of thing you should be doing'

Dr. Anthony Fauci said in an interview on Wednesday that he believes that wearing a mask during the coronavirus pandemic is a sign of respect to others.

Curfew drops banking hours

According to the Kampala capital City Authority (KCCA), Kampala city roads have a carrying capacity of approximately 45,000.

Heartbreaking video of baby playing with dead mother's shroud surfaces online: Tejashwi Yadav assures financial support to the woman's children

Utrecht tram shooter found guilty in separate rape trial

The convicted terrorist who killed four people and injured seven others in last year's Utrecht tram shooting has been found additionally guilty of rape, the judiciary ruled on Wednesday. Gökmen T.,

Slaughterhouse shut due to social distancing violations

A slaughterhouse in the Gelderland town of Apeldoorn has been shut on the grounds of public health after a number of employees were found to be transported to work on Wednesday without giving heed to

Man, 90, critically hurt in stabbing at Las Vegas Valley senior home

A 90-year-old man who police say was stabbed Tuesday night by his 86-year-old wife at an assisted living home in the Las Vegas Valley was critically injured in the attack.

Adam Habib is wrong: Cultivate a culture of student activism rather than closing democratic spaces

It is clear Prof Adam Habib would be comfortable with less or limited contestation from recalcitrant student leaders. This is a dangerous idea. It lays the foundations for tyrants and sycophants to reign, resulting in the death of the very idea of democracy under the weight of authoritarian institutional order.

30 killed as troops bombard bandits in Zamfara forest

No fewer than 30 bandits have been killed in airstrike conducted by the Air Component of the Operation Hadarin Daji in Doumborou forest area...

EU’s diplomatic service launches probe over China disinformation leak

MEP asks foreign policy chief to provide evidence for claims against EEAS staffer.

Back to school: Getting our funding (and other) priorities right

Agility. Creativity. Empathy. Every school will have unique circumstances and challenges. While immediate sanitation, PPE and so on are an important support for schools, it is only the first step of many.

Still no final word on Level 3 details, SANDF clears soldiers of lockdown killing, and cigarette ban defended in court papers

On Wednesday, the media briefing on lockdown Level 3 was once again postponed. However, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize clarified that the entire country will move to Level 3 on Monday 1 June. Meanwhile, ministers have been justifying the move to Level 3 and why tobacco products will not be sold. An inquiry by the SANDF into the death of Collins Khosa has argued that the soldiers did not cause his death.

The doors to a feminist future must remain open

The ability of feminist funders to continue doing transformative, innovative and subversive work is likely to be severely hampered by the Covid-19 pandemic. The situation calls us to question our not having sustainability mechanisms that look beyond donor funding.

South Africans stuck in China ask Human Rights Commission to help them get home

Desperate South Africans stranded in China by coronavirus travel restrictions and ‘forgotten’ by the South African government have resorted to lodging complaints with the SA Human Rights Commission this week to try to find a way home.

Copyright Bill: We dodged one bullet – we needn’t play American roulette

The national Covid-19 lockdown brought the creative and cultural sector to an abrupt standstill virtually overnight. The Copyright Amendment Bill, which posed a considerable threat before, could be the fatal blow to a sector directly and indirectly employing more than a million people.

WhatsApp with the new grants? GovChat flooded by millions of messages

More than five million applications have been made to the South African Social Security Agency, Sassa, for Social Relief of Distress grants during the lockdown – 1.5 million of those on messaging services such as WhatsApp and Facebook, with more than 65 million messages received in total.

Motorcyclist killed in collision was thoracic surgeon from Henderson

A man killed in a motorcycle crash Monday morning in western Las Vegas has been identified as a Las Vegas Valley physician.

Coronavirus: St Margaret's rest home resident believed to have died from COVID-19

The 96yo was returned to the rest home when it was confirmed she didn't have COVID, but her condition didn't improve.

Lagos state discharges 87 COVID-19 patients

Lagos State has discharged 87 patients following their recovery from the novel coronavirus, as the state continues to battle the pandemic. CPS to the Lagos State Governor, Gboyega Akosil, disclosed this via his twitter account on

Official document on Hindi once again draws flak in non-Hindi speaking states

An official document published annually for the "promotion and progressive use" of Hindi in central government offices and public sector banks and undertakings has once again triggered heat in non-Hindi speaking states. The document said substantial business is "still being done in English" though progress has been made in the "progressive use of Hindi" but "targets are still to be achieved".

Japanese Police Finally Arrest Suspect For Kyoto Animation Arson

Today in Kyoto, police finally arrested 42-year-old Shinji Aoba for allegedly carrying out last year’s Kyoto Animation arson attack. The authorities waited until Aoba recovered from his own serious burns before placing him in police custody....

Mumbai: 25 rescued after fire breaks out at Hotel Fortune on Marine Lines

These 25 people, all doctors, were residing in Hotel Fortune, located near Metro Cinema, when the blaze erupted there, they said.

Scott Disick & Sofia Richie Reportedly Split After Nearly 3 Years Of Dating

Sofia Richie and Scott Disick have split! What went wrong? Here's what we know!

Pandemic Voting

A group of Kentucky voters are going to court to force state officials to extend mail-in voting that will be used in next month’s primary to the November general election, citing health risks from the Covid-19 pandemic.

A Closer Look at Federal COVID Contractors Reveals Inexperience, Fraud Accusations, and a Weapons Dealer Operating Out of Someone’s House

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Oshodi-Abule-egba BRT to commence operation in July, says Lagos govt

Lagos State government has said that the Oshodi to Abule Egba Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route have been completed and operation would commence on that route by July 2020.

Farmers benefit from e-learning despite lackluster internet access

The Environment and Forestry Ministry is hosting an online farming program for farmers affected by COVID-19 pandemic.

DeAndre Baker permitted to travel for Giants duties amid armed robbery charges

DeAndre Baker is now permitted to travel outside the state of Florida “for work purposes,” according to a circuit court ruling in Broward County. Baker, the Giants’ 22-year old cornerback,

New Zealand now has zero coronavirus hospitalizations

New Zealand’s last hospitalized coronavirus patient was discharged Wednesday as the country’s infection rate dipped to below two dozen people, health officials said in reports. The unnamed patient

NYPD cop who gunned down ‘best friend’ on Long Island to be freed on bond

The rookie NYPD cop accused of murdering his best friend in Nassau County earlier this month will be released on bond after his lawyer told a judge that he was attacked before opening fire, a

Video shows man asking black entrepreneurs if they are building tenants

A white man has been captured on viral video questioning a group of black entrepreneurs in a Minneapolis gym about whether they are tenants in the building -- and then threatening to call 911 to

Supreme Court notice on delimitation in Assam

The SC issued notices on a petition which sought to halt the delimitation exercise for assembly and parliamentary seats in Assam. The process has been set in motion by a Presidential notification issued on February 28, 2020.

BJP rules out bid to topple Maharashtra government

After the experience of MP at a time when the pandemic was in its initial stages in India, BJP leaders ET talked to said such a move in Maharashtra may not be a wise option. However, they said the Thackeray government has completely failed in handling the crisis and that this is visible on a daily basis in Mumbai and other parts of the state.

Young Irish women lonelier than others in EU - survey

Young Irish women are lonelier than others in the EU, according to research by the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions.

Where the Welsh Government stands on introducing local lockdowns after Matt Hancock reveals plans for England

First Minister Mark Drakeford has for months said it would be a mistake

Making commercial laws in Kenya adaptable to deal with pandemic

ANJARWALLA & KIUNUHE: Making commercial laws in Kenya adaptable to deal with Covid-19

Coronavirus in California: Orange County Sheriff says his department won't enforce mask order

A California sheriff is vowing that his department will look the other way when it comes to enforcing a health order asking residents to wear face coverings in public during the coronavirus outbreak. 

2 dead after stabbing leads to officer-involved shooting in Florida, reports say

At least two people are dead after an officer-involved shooting that followed a fatal stabbing in Tallahassee Wednesday morning, police said. 

Judge Napolitano: 'Twitter has freedom of speech just like you and I and the president himself'

Fox News senior judicial analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano told “America's Newsroom” Wednesday that President Trump is “right” that social media platforms show bias against conservatives, but added that as a private company, Twitter has the right to control speech on their platform.

Ukrainian woman uses underwear as face mask after service denied at post office: report

A Ukrainian woman has gone viral for removing her panties and wearing them as a face mask after being refused service at a post office, according to a report.

Coronavirus-infected man recovers after 50 days on ventilator: report

A British man who reportedly ventilated for 50 days after contracting the novel coronavirus has made a miraculous recovery, according to a report. 

New Zealand discharges last coronavirus patient from hospital

New Zealand no longer has any coronavirus patients being treated in hospitals, the latest positive milestone in its battle against the infectious disease.

Manhunt for fugitive UConn student expands to Maryland after latest gas station sighting

The now six-day manhunt for the University of Connecticut student wanted in connection to two homicides, a home invasion, and a kidnapping widened in Pennsylvania Wednesday after a firefighter spotted a man matching the suspect’s description hiding behind a dumpster at his station house.

Man left with fractured skull after fight breaks out at Lichfield Walkabout bar

Police have released a picture of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident

Man reported missing in northwest Las Vegas Valley is found

A 27-year-old man who was reported missing Monday night has since been found, Las Vegas police said Wednesday.

Sea of Thieves Lost Treasures update has regular events, Tall Tale improvements, and more

Rare has pushed out the Sea of Thieves Lost Treasures content update, delivering to pirates in the adventure game a checkpoint system for Tall Tales, daily, weekly, and special events, plus more.

Coronation Street SPOILERS: Geoff to kill Alya as she tries to expose him?

Alya refuses to let Geoff get away with what he's done!

President Trump calls for expedited investigation into George Floyd's death

Floyd was the black man seen in a viral video pinned down to the ground by an officer of the Minnesota Police Department. Floyd later died.

Exclusive: U.S. preparing criminal indictment against wife of Venezuela's Maduro - sources

CARACAS/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States is preparing to charge the wife of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in coming months with crimes that could include drug trafficking and corruption, four people familiar with the case told Reuters.

England's test and trace programme to launch on Thursday

LONDON (Reuters) - A COVID-19 test and trace service will start in England on Thursday to allow the loosening of lockdown measures for most of the population, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said.

Investigators scour Pakistan air crash site for clues and cockpit voice recorder

KARACHI, Pakistan (Reuters) - A team of Pakistani and French investigators on Wednesday sifted through the wreckage of a Pakistani airliner that crashed in the southern city of Karachi last Friday, searching for clues around what caused the worst airline disaster in the country in years.

Canada vows changes in senior care after military shines spotlight on shortfalls

MONTREAL/OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday vowed to help provincial authorities revamp the country’s senior care system after soldiers helping in nursing homes in Ontario and Quebec reported serious shortfalls this week.

Fauci: Too Soon To Guarantee Political Conventions In August

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, advised a “wait and see” approach for now on whether it...

Police called to Erdington after fighting broke out among armed thugs

Police were called to Hunton Hill, near Gravelly Hill Station following reports disorder had broken out with men who were wielding weapons

Grassroots hold the key to government formation

Nobody actively wants to go into coalition.

Musician Shujeo Shyam hospitalised with COVID-19 symptoms

Eminent composer, singer and music director Shujeo Shyam has been hospitalised in Dhaka with COVID-19 symptoms.

Three newest COVID-19 cases stem from 'irresponsible' traveller who failed to self-isolate: N.B. premier

New Brunswick has reported its third new case of COVID-19 in the last week and all are in a single cluster connected to a health-care worker at the Campbellton Regional Hospital who failed to self-isolate after travelling to Quebec.

In Rare Decision, Federal Court Refuses to Grant Qualified Immunity to Overzealous Cop

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit refused to grant Clovis, New Mexico police officer Brent Aguilar the controversial shield of qualified immunity after he arrested Jorge Ray Corona for resisting arrest and concealing his identity "after he did not produce identification in response to the officer’s demand for ID."

Detectives closing in on thug who knifed autistic boy in neck

The victim, 17, later told his gran he feared he was about to die

Moped rider caught with cannabis stash under backside

More illegal riding and driving has been clamped down upon by police in Anfield, Birkenhead, Huyton, Prescot and St Helens

Bungling arsonist left wallet in phonebox after calling 999

The 33-year-old was struggling to walk straight and referred to a "cigarette" and "turps" when arrested over the "totally unsophisticated" incident.

Biden calls for 'thorough' federal investigation into killing of black man by Minneapolis police

Former Vice President Joe Biden called for a “thorough” FBI investigation into the killing of George Floyd, a black man who died shortly after his arrest by the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD).

Import false declaration major impediment to growth, and timely clearance — Oladunni

Customs Area Controller, Kirikiri Lighter Terminal, KLT, Mrs. Nike Oladunni recently said that false declaration of importation is the sing

NPA senior staff empowers members, others with COVID-19 PPEs

THE Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government Owned Companies, SSASCGOC, Nigerian Ports Authority,

Maritime workers send palliatives to stranded foreign seafarers on Lagos waters

MARITIME Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN, has sent food items and other materials to the 18-man foreign crew onboard MT ORYX

COVID-19: LUTH Volunteers did not shut operations — Medical Advisory Committee

LUTH Idi-Araba,  has refuted an online publication that its volunteers shut operations over their unpaid emoluments

SC seeks Centre's response on plea against restrictions on movement in NCR

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the Centre's response on a plea highlighting restrictions, due to sealing of borders, on movement for permissible activities in the national capital...

Scott County man indicted for father's murder

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced a Scott County man was indicted in connection to a July 2019 murder on Gib Griffith Road.

Inspectors find Glasgow's Barlinnie jail 'not fit for purpose'

Inspectors say urgent improvements must be made to Glasgow's Barlinnie jail, which is not due to be replaced until 2025

Woman kidnapped, forced into car boot and dumped in Mt Pleasant

DETECTIVES ARE investigating a reported kidnapping in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday night. Detectives from the Ballarat Crime Investigation unit understand a 19-y...

Man busted with guns, stolen car and drugs one month after prison release

Ben Schultz, 32, pleaded guilty at the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Tuesday to eight charges.

Nigeria can export 5,000 seafarers yearly, says Seafarers’ Board

CHAIRMAN, National  Seafarers Welfare Board,  NSWB, Nigeria, Otunba Kunle Folarin, has unveiled a template that could see a

Trump pushes a conspiracy theory and falsely accuses a TV host of murder | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump smeared a prominent television host today from the podium in the Rose Garden with an unfounded allegation of murder.

Expert: Children in Isolation at Increased Risk for Online Predators

An expert said in an interview that the coronavirus outbreak puts children at greater risk to exposure to online predators and pornography.

Charles Hurt: Joe Biden's Record: 100% Wrong, 100% of the Time

You can’t say you were not warned. As President Trump has been saying for years now, “What have you got to lose?” | 2020 Election

CNN's Jeffrey Toobin: Twitter Should Delete Trump's Scarborough Tweets

Jeffrey Toobin advocated for Twitter to censor President Donald Trump's Twitter feed by deleting his tweets about Joe Scarborough.  

Jim Acosta: Trump Lying About Link Between Vote-by-Mail, Voter Fraud

Jim Acosta took aim at President Donald Trump for accusing Twitter of election interference over their decision to fact-check his tweets.

Navarro on Hong Kong: CCP Is Trying to 'Put Them in Concentration Camps' Like in Tibet and Xinjiang

On Tuesday's broadcast of the Fox News Channel's "The Story," White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro warned of the Chinese Communist Party trying to | Clips

Man gets Federal Court’s nod to proceed with challenge of Selangor’s Shariah law criminalising unnatural sex

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Federal Court recently decided that it will proceed to hear a man’s constitutional challenge over a Selangor state law that makes it a Shariah offence to have unnatural sex, with the man’s legal challenge specifically on whether the Selangor state legislative...

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The golden age of kabootarbaazi in Pakistan isn’t over — another mission from the far side is on the radar

Delhi court extends police custody of two Pinjra Tod members by 2 days in connection with communal violence in Northeast Delhi

The metropolitan magistrate extended the remand of JNU students and Pinjra Tod members Natasha Narwal and Devangana Kalita in the case after the police said custodial interrogation was required to unearth the conspiracy behind the case and identify other accused.

Karnataka: Woman sells 5-day-old baby boy for Rs 5,000 in Davanagere

A woman allegedly sold her five-day-old baby boy to two siblings from Davanagere for Rs 5,000 on Tuesday in connivance with a hospital employee, acco

Trump, Biden engage in political debate over masks

Biden called Trump a "fool" for his comments about mask wearing.

World Continues To Reel Under Relentless COVID-19 Attack As Overall Cases Top 5.4 Million, Death Toll Over 3.4 Lakhs: WHO

According to the WHO, the global case tally currently is reported at 5,404,512, a stupendous rise by 99,780 over the past day. The death count worldwide stands at 343,51, a major surge by 1,486.

Pence's press secretary Miller back to work after COVID-19 recovery

WASHINGTON, DC: US Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary Katie Miller said on Tuesday (May 26) she was back at work after recovering from ...

Brazil coronavirus deaths could surpass 125,000 by August: US study

BRASILIA: As Brazil's daily COVID-19 death rate climbs to the highest in the world, a University of Washington study is warning its total death ...

European leaders urge Netanyahu: Don't apply sovereignty - Europe

Leaders of major European countries sent personal letters to Netanyahu, urge him not to promote sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.

The Switch Version Of Shantae And The Seven Sirens Has Been Delayed In Europe

June is the new May

India to operate 11 more flights from US in 2nd phase of Vande Bharat Mission

India to operate 11 more flights from US in 2nd phase of Vande Bharat Mission: India has decided to operate additional Air India non-scheduled commercial flights in the ongoing second phase of Vande Bharat Mission, from the United States to various cities in India, the Indian Embassy here said.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

As Shramik Special trains ‘stray’, Railways notifies ‘route rationalisation’ to explain diversions

The diversions have been done so that trains are not held up at one place for hours without water and food, a senior Railways official told The Indian Express.

West Virginia mail carrier changed Democratic ballot requests to Republican ones 'as a joke': Prosecutors

A mail carrier in West Virginia has been charged with attempting to defraud an election after authorities say he switched Democratic absentee ballot requests to Republican ones.

Protesters in Minneapolis clash with police after death of black man officers had pinned down

Hundreds gathered to protest and express their anger over the death of a black man who died in police custody.

Pediatricians urge efforts to offset COVID-19 impacts on children from low-income households

The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified the social, educational and health care disparities already plaguing the nearly 40 million Americans the U.S. Census Bureau estimates are living in poverty.

USD/CNY hits highest since September 2019 as US threatens sanctions

China's Yuan is taking a hit on Wednesday amid the dragon nation's rising tensions with the US and India. The USD/CNH pair is trading at 7.1565 at pre

China lodges strong protest over BJP MPs’ virtual attendance at Taiwan event

On two BJP MPs, Meenakshi Lekhi and Rahul Kaswan, sending video messages to the President of Taiwan, China said such congratulatory message by such elected representatives was “utterly wrong”.

FG grants ‘essential workers’ status to seafarers, dockworkers

AT the backdrop of the on-going curfew imposed by the government to curtail spread of coronavirus, the Federal Government, through the

Controversy over seized N1.2bn Indian hemp

THE seizure of a large quantity of Cannabis Sativa, otherwise locally known as Indian Hemp by operatives of the Western Marine Command,

Vessel still stuck, 2 weeks after hitting Escravos channel moles

ONE week after a supply vessel,‘M/T DEVISA’ ran into the rocky moles of the Escravos channel, the vessel is still stuck waiting to be rescued.

German police raids homes of anti-government groups

BERLIN (AP) — Police in Germany have raided dozens of homes linked to anti-government groups suspected of manufacturing fake documents. Prosecutors in Stuttgart and Karlsruhe said the 25 premises searched...

Children of asylum seekers challenge with home learning

SINCE the Covid-19 has spurred both the UK government and Northern Ireland executive to shut down schools in March 2020 to slow down the rise of infections, schools, on the other hand, have also come up with homework packs via online learning to keep up the knowledge.

Co Down mother-of-five sews 700 face masks and 70 sets of scrubs - while recovering from brain surgery

A Co Down woman has sewn more than 700 face masks and 70 sets of scrubs for frontline healthcare workers - while recovering from brain surgery.

Chinese Consulate put pressure on Belfast council to pull Tiananmen Square exhibition photo

THE Chinese Consulate in south Belfast put pressure on the city council to remove an image of Tiananmen Square from a public art exhibition.

Coronavirus: Warning of second wave in north and 'more lives lost' despite no new Covid-19 deaths

NORTHERN Ireland has recorded no new Covid-19 deaths for the first time since the pandemic took hold - but health minister Robin Swann warned about a second wave and "more lives lost".

Concern over political donation mystery

DURING the Troubles, and their aftermath, some of the Stormont parties maintained that fully disclosing all their financial donations would leave supporters open to the prospect of intimidation and worse.

Co Tyrone mother (21) who tried to take own life speaks out about mental health

A young Co Tyrone mother has spoken out about her mental health struggles in a bid to break down stigmas and help others.

Drugs, cash and cars seized in raids targeting South East Antrim UDA

DRUGS, cars and cash were seized during police raids targeting the South East Antrim UDA in Co Down yesterday.

Presses start rolling as weekly newspapers prepare to publish again

THE Mourne Observer will be available again in newsagents' shops this morning, heralding a return to the shelves of a number of weekly newspapers which were temporarily shut during the coronavirus pandemic.

SCO Summit, Scheduled for 22-23 July in St. Petersburg, Postponed, Source Says

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia has decided to postpone the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), it could be held closer to the fall, a high-ranking source...

Man charged with murder following discovery of body in north Belfast

A 34-year-old man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a body in north Belfast.

Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane: Lack of distancing in Old Town Scottsdale 'disturbing'

Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane says images of crowding at several bars and clubs in Old Town Scottsdale over the holiday weekend is “disturbing” and says it shows a lack of common sense and responsibility.

Countries ease coronavirus lockdown after months of lockdown

Iran cafes are on after 2 months, whereas, Sri Lanka relaxes COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and Bethlehem Nativity Church reopens

How the Chinese perfected the art of propaganda through deception and subterfuge

Coronavirus in Mumbai: BMC plans to school its students online

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Muslims cremate and bury COVID-19 victims on Eid

Mumbai Crime: As watchman, cleaners of building nod off, thief makes off with their mobiles

Open spaces can be used against vector-borne diseases, suggests Mumbai Mayor

Thane Municipal Corporation recruits paramedical staff amid COVID crisis

Anderson Cooper Drags Donald Trump Over Joe Scarborough Staffer Conspiracy Theory: ‘What A Little Man’

Anderson Cooper dragged Donald Trump as a 'little man' for falsely suggesting Joe Scarborough was involved in the death of his former aide.

Rajasthan: Man consumes pesticide in suicide attempt near Gehlot’s residence

According to the police, the condition of the man, identified as Chenaram Mali, who hails from Nagaur district, was stated to be stable after cops rushed him to the hospital.

Tristan Thompson – Experts Say That A Paternity Test Would Be Almost Impossible To Be Tampered With Despite What Supposed Baby Moma Claims!

As you might have heard, Tristan Thompson has decided to sue a woman who insists that he is the father of her child even though they have already

No plan to step down for Akeredolu, says Kekemeke

Kekemeke, a former commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, said he is a serious-minded person that does not change his mind once he sets his....

COVID-19, Agric-business and food security - The Nation Nigeria

It was Martin Luther King. Jr. who famously declared that; "we are now faced with the fact that tomorrow is today. We are confronted with the fierce

Oyetola commiserates with aide over wife’s death - The Nation Nigeria

Osun State Governor Adegboyega Oyetola has commiserated with his media aide, Niyi Oyetola, over the death of his wife, Haleemat....

EU Has Bigger Problems to Worry About Than Gridlock Over Brexit

(Bloomberg) — When Boris Johnson boasted last year he’d got “Brexit done,” weary European governments were only too happy to go along with it.

White House Press Secretary Dismisses President's Tweets: Murder Suggestion Wasn't 'Original Trump Thought'

"Joe Scarborough himself can answer" questions about the aide who died while serving on his staff, says Kayleigh McEnany

Duterte wants Aaron Aquino to head Clark International Airport Corporation

After leading the country's top anti-narcotics agency, Aaron Aquino is asked to helm a government corporation in charge of developing the second gateway to Metro Manila

Japan and EU back independent probe into WHO coronavirus response

In first online summit, leaders call 'global solidarity' crucial to fighting pandemic, but voice support for investigation into world health body.

Officials ask 'reckless' Lake of the Ozarks partygoers to self-quarantine

Health officials in Missouri and Kansas are calling on people who packed the Lake of the Ozarks over Memorial Day weekend to go into self-quarantine for 14 days. Lake of the Ozarks is a popular reservoir in central Missouri, and video posted online showed revelers standing shoulder to shoulder in pools by the lake, with most not wearing masks. On Monday night, the St. Louis County Department of Health issued an advisory saying anyone who was there and ignored social distancing guidelines should self-isolate for 14 days or until they test negative for coronavirus. On Tuesday, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment made the same recommendation. "This reckless behavior endangers countless people and risks setting us back substantially from the progress we have made in slowing the spread of COVID-19," St. Louis County Executive Sam Page said in a statement. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson (R) said during a press conference on Tuesday that "poor decisions were made and the social distancing was not followed," which…

Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case delayed as Fairfax lawyers seek to introduce new evidence

Commonwealth again raises national security concerns – prompting judge to express frustration

Hundreds demand justice in Minneapolis after police killing of George Floyd

Protesters clash with police, who deploy teargas and stun grenades, following death of black man at hands of white officer

Coronavirus update: Air India staff on board Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive

According to the District Public Relations Office, the man arrived on May 25 by a domestic flight at the Sahnewal Airport. However, test results of 10 of his co-passengers have come negative

Nursing home hit by 19 staff coronavirus cases given lifeline after new management takeover

A nursing home where 19 staff tested positive for coronavirus and which was ordered to move out residents is to be temporarily taken over by a new company.

Council to face legal action from Portadown GAA club over playing field

A Co Armagh based council is facing legal action over claims it failed to properly consult a GAA club over a playing field strategy.

More spaces added to online cyber security courses after high demand

MORE young people, particularly girls, are being invited to take part in a new series of free, online cyber security courses.

Belfast priest hopes reopening of church today will bring `semblance of normality to parish life'

THE Administrator of a Belfast city centre church which will reopen today after being closed for eight weeks, has said he hopes the move will bring a

Woman dies after being struck by lightning in Skopelos

A 50-year-old woman was killed after being struck by lightning during a storm on the island of Skopelos on Tuesday, police said.

Wash your hands, cough into your elbow and don't take MDMA: Drug-testing group's warning over COVID-19 pandemic

"There are some ways that taking MDMA can increase your risk of infection."

COVID-19 response: DIFC to gradually reopen businesses from Wednesday

Offices and retail outlets will operate with certain restrictions and health protocols

Fewer cancellations on second day of domestic flights

The second day of resumption of domestic flights witnessed fewer cancellations as more passengers took to the skies on Tuesday. Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said airports across the

Karnataka’s decision to open religious places subject to MHA guidelines

The Karnataka government has hinted at opening up of religious places, but also added that this would be subject to what the Centre would have to say once the lockdown ends on May 31.

Qatar tracing app flaw exposed 1M users' data – Amnesty International

Data exposed in the flaw includes users' ID numbers, location and infection status, vulnerable to hackers

Public school enrollment to push through on June 1 – Malacañang

Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque says that face-to-face classes will only be allowed in areas that are no longer under community quarantine by the time classes start

Venezuela confirms Guaido rival as parliament speaker

Juan Guaido dismisses Luis Parra as 'an accomplice to dictatorship'

California Assembly Members Blast Governor’s Budget Proposal

United by disdain for the wholesale cuts plotted in the next budget, a bipartisan mix of California lawmakers on Tuesday ripped Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan to plug the state’s estimated $54 billion pandemic-induced shortfall.

Oklahoma High Court Rules State Must Accept Signatures on Sentencing Ballot Measure

The Oklahoma Supreme Court ordered the state Tuesday to accept over 260,000 in signatures collected for a criminal justice reform ballot question that seeks to end sentence enhancements for nonviolent crimes.

BREAKING | Woman’s body found inside Logan home

A major investigation is underway following the discovery of a woman’s body inside a home at Logan this morning. The woman’s body was found around 7.45am at a house on Francoise Street in Eagleby.

Centre clear air, says educational institutions not allowed to open yet

Govt rejects media reports that the Home Ministry has permitted all states to open schools

Florida Government Decides To Fire Its Data Chief Rather Than Be Honest About Its COVID Numbers

We were promised no more deaths by May 15th, but that hasn't happened. With no one 100% sure what the best options are going...

Close contacts of COVID-positive infirmary worker tested

Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has reported that 21 close contacts of a COVID-positive employee of the St Ann Infirmary have now been tested for the disease. According to Tufton, the close contacts have also been placed...

‘Russia passed COVID-19 peak’, says Putin; Orders World War II victory parade next month

After peaking in mid-May at more than 11,000 new cases per day, the number of daily infections has dropped below 9,000.

China legislation on Hong Kong could lead to US sanctions, says Trump administration

U.S. government officials have said the legislation would end the Chinese-ruled city's autonomy and would be bad for both Hong Kong's and China's economies.

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams Centre for sending trains without prior notice

According to CM Vijayan, the decision to send a train without keeping his government in the loop would undermine the measures taken to contain the spread coronavirus in the state

Mesa PD: Impairment suspected in fatal crash near Greenfield Road and Loop 202

Police say one of the occupants was able to free himself, but other three had to be extricated by firefighters.

Passenger on IndiGo's Chennai-Coimbatore flight tests positive for COVID-19

A young man who flew to Coimbatore from Chennai on board an IndiGo flight on Monday is among those who tested positive for COVID-19.

Brazilian nurse with Covid reunited with her baby after giving birth on ventilator

Brazilian nurse Rusia Goes was finally released from the hospital after two weeks and first met her daughter in person on May 20 - some 26 days after giving birth.

Online education must supplement, not replace, physical sites of learning

We have long ignored the vital role public educational institutions play as exemplary sites of social inclusion and relative equality. In Indian conditions, this role is arguably even more important than the scholastic role.

To reinstall trust of diaspora in government as effective rescuer, a Citizen Evacuation Policy is needed

When the central government finally decided to offer a helping hand, it opted to launch a paid repatriation mission rather than an evacuation mission (which is free of cost for the evacuee). Is this the time to extract a pound of flesh from disheartened, disappointed and fatigued Indians?

West Bengal: Govt says power supply back in 94 out of 103 towns hit by Amphan, protests thin out

Home Secretary Alapan Bandyopadhyay said electricity had been restored in 94 of the 103 municipal towns affected by the cyclone, while telecommunication services were back in 85 per cent of such areas.

Explained: Why Dominic Cummings, UK PM’s chief adviser, is under fire

Cummings was accused of violating lockdown rules in the UK when it was revealed that he drove approximately 419 kms, from London to County Durham, after his wife developed Covid-19 symptoms.

Elgaar Parishad case: Navlakha moved to Mumbai from Tihar jail, family says not informed

Navlakha’s lawyers said they should have been informed and given an opportunity to be heard before shifting him to Mumbai, especially since his interim bail plea will be heard on Wednesday by the Delhi High Court.

Delhi: Over 250 shanties gutted in fire in Tughlaqabad, no casualties

DFS divisional officer S K Dua said that while the fire started as a small one, it escalated to the medium category because of the small LPG cylinders in the area which caught fire and exploded leading to the quick spread of the blaze.

Resources under strain, Bengal calls for staggered return of migrants

The Trinamool Congress government has requested the Ministry of Railways not to send more than 15 trains a day.

‘Poor internet, no study material’: Survey finds DU open-book exam is not feasible for many

The university has been closed since mid-March, and earlier this month, the administration announced its proposal to conduct OBEs for its final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students in July.

Saudi Arabia extends tourist visas for 3 months for free

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has extended the validity of all tourist visas which had expired during the period of suspension of international flights, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The General Directorate of Passports that the extension is done automatically through the system and does not require travel to the Directorate’s offices.

West Bengal: Five die of Covid-19, 193 people test positive

With 72 people discharged from hospitals in 24 hours, the number of recovered patients rose to 1,486.

Samut Sakhon gets ready for thousands of returning migrant workers

The Nation/ANN - Samut Sakhon province is bracing for the 5,400 migrant workers set to return from Myanmar next month by demanding that employers arrange facilities for their 14-day quarantine. Provincial governor Veerasak Vijitsaengsri said the authorities and the private sector are confident they can control the spread of Covid-19 among migrant workers, who will return to work next month.

Tight security in Hong Kong ahead of planned protests, strike over national anthem Bill, new security law

HONG KONG (The Straits Times/ANN) - Protesters in Hong Kong tried to block roads and disrupt traffic early Wednesday (May 27) morning but heavy police presence and searches ahead of the second reading of the national anthem Bill have put a dent in their plans. Some drivers tried to disrupt the traffic at the cross-harbour tunnel at about 8.30am by driving slowly but officers intercepted those vehicles concerned and diverted traffic.

Fasade veteran lawyer, journalist dies - The Nation Nigeria

Fasade was born on September 24, 1933 in Ilesha in the present Osun State to the family of the late Ajibola Fasade and the late Princess Dorcas Omolayole...

Buhari, Abiodun, Amosun mourn Egbaland Chief Imam

By Bolaji Ogundele, Abuja and Ernest Nwokolo, Abeokuta President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday mourned the passage of the Chief Imam of Egbaland, Alhaji Liadi Orunsolu. The President in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, praised the life of devotion and piety the late Islamic leader lived. “President Buhari […]

Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as virus slows recovery

Victims of Australia's catastrophic bushfires are still living in tents, garages and makeshift shelters months after the blazes ended, with efforts to rebuild their lives hampered by the coronavirus pandemic.

'Love, Victor': Watch the First Trailer for Hulu's 'Love, Simon' Follow-Up Series (Video)

Series premieres Tuesday, June 19

Woman found dead in Logan home, crime scene declared

Investigations were ongoing with a focus on establishing the cause of death.

Scomoprime brims over

Via Banking Day:

Harlemites sound off to Lawrence Jones on Biden 'you ain't black' comments: 'Trying to marginalize us'

Fox News correspondent Lawrence Jones visited Harlem recently to ask local residents for their thoughts on Joe Biden's recent statement in a radio interview that African-Americans who have trouble deciding whether to vote for him or President Trump in November "ain't black."

Hannity calls out Biden for 'disturbing pattern of racial rhetoric' after ex-VP's 'you ain't black' remark

Sean Hannity opened his television show Tuesday by responding to the now-viral "trainwreck" Joe Biden interview with "The Breakfast Club" radio show in which the former vice president made his controversial "you ain't black" remark.

Jerry Nadler in 2004: ‘Paper ballots are extremely susceptible to fraud’

If President Trump is seeking a high-ranking Democrat to side with him against mail-in election ballots – in a bid to build bipartisan opposition to the idea in Congress -- he could try contacting U.S. Rep. Jerrold Nadler.

Trump faces backlash for celebrating layoffs at The Atlantic, calling it 'Great News'

President Trump is facing intense backlash for celebrating the recent layoffs that took place at the liberal magazine The Atlantic. 

Indian yogi who claimed he could live without food or water dead at 90, report says

Prahlad Jani, an Indian yogi who claimed he could survive without food or water, died at the age of 90 on Tuesday, according to a report.

When Will Schools, Colleges Reopen? Read Government's Plan Here

"No such decision taken by MHA. All Educational institutions are still prohibited to open, throughout the country (sic)," the spokesperson tweeted.

'Falsely masculine': Biden hits Trump over face masks as president calls them 'politically correct'

"Ok, you want to be politically correct. Go ahead," Trump told a reporter who wouldn't take his face mask off.

Meng case puts judge Heather Holmes in the international spotlight

On Wednesday, Associate Chief Justice Holmes will release a ruling in the extradition case of Chinese telecom executive Meng Wanzhou that could shape Canada-China relations for years to come

CNN mocked for claiming women are 'bearing the brunt' of pandemic

CNN raised eyebrows on Monday over a report depicting women as "bearing the brunt" of the coronavirus pandemic. 

Sailing barley ships show limits of Chinese power

Via The Australian:

Neighbours woken by 'explosion' as newly installed 5G mast 'destroyed by vandal'

The 5G mast had only been installed in Garston, Liverpool, at the start of the month, according to Merseyside Police. One neighbour said the mast's box was all but destroyed.

Officials’ panel to inspect Nanjangud pharma firm

Pre-operation procedures start

Gujarat worse in handling COVID-19 crisis: Raut

Sena MP bristles at Rane’s demand for President’s Rule in Maharashtra

Today’s cache | NASA’s SpaceX Demo-2 readies for launch, and more

Today's cache is your daily download of the top 5 updates from the world of technology.

South Western Railway fixes timing for refund of tickets

The South Western Railway (SWR) has fixed timing for refund of tickets that were cancelled after imposition of lockdown. In press release, the SWR said people can visit reservation counters for refund

Morning Digest: No WHO bar on India testing HCQ; schools,colleges still not allowed to open says Home Ministry, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day

China labels Abe's claim on origin of COVID-19 a 'politicization' of the deadly virus

Beijing says it opposes "stigmatization" of disease's beginning after Japanese leader calls it a "fact" that illness "spread from China to the world."

UConn murder suspect Peter Manfredonia’s father recently arrested for groping teen girl

The father of the University of Connecticut student wanted in two murders was arrested last month for allegedly groping an underage teen girl he supplied booze to, a report said. The alleged incident

Makati City cops arrest 2 Chinese ‘doctors’ from illegal COVID-19 clinic

Two self-proclaimed doctors from China were arrested in Makati City yesterday for allegedly running a clinic that exclusively treated the suspects' compatriots, including COVID-19 patients Major Gideon Ines Jr, chief of the Makati police's...

Insensitive? Senator Dela Rosa slammed by netizens for ‘Sarap buhay’ joke

Oh boy, what has pro-government Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa gotten himself into The neophyte lawmaker is once again in the center of controversy after he made a joke yesterday that rankled netizens, who felt that it was way too...

Coronavirus: Tamil Nadu’s tally crosses 18,000; Centre says India’s recovery rate now 42.4%

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Centre to identify private hospitals where coronavirus patients could be treated for free or at minimum cost.

Three accidents slow traffic on Tuggeranong Parkway

Emergency services were called to the scenes just after 8am on Wednesday morning.

2 more candidates in mayoral, council race file nomination papers

Keith Amemiya and Augie Tulba are both seeking political office.

CMCO: Four-in-a-car rule dropped – vehicles now allowed to have passengers according to capacity

From today, drivers will be allowed to have the permissible number of passengers according to the capacity of their respective vehicles. This was revealed

Mike Pence predicted the pandemic would be 'behind us' by Memorial Day. Instead, hospitalizations are rising as deaths near 100,000.

US deaths from the virus neared the devastating milestone of 100,000 over the holiday weekend and US hospitalizations are ticking up again.

Trump is right to take jabs at Jeff Sessions: Goodwin

President Trump is a man of many feuds, some of them so petty, they defy defense. But in one of the biggest, he’s standing on the high ground. Trump and Jeff Sessions, his first attorney general,

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Sessions court principal judge suggests that courts work at 25% capacity from June 1

De Blasio signs bill capping NYC restaurant delivery-app fees

Mayor Bill de Blasio signed several bills on Tuesday that could temporarily eat into the profits of food-ordering and delivery apps like Grubhub and UberEats.

Out of legal options, Vijay Mallya may seek asylum in UK

The beleaguered businessman's team of lawyers had been working on the asylum route as a last resort.

Limerick man appears in US court on rhino horn charges

A 30-year-old Limerick man who was extradited to the United States to face allegations of trafficking endangered rhinoceros horns has appeared in court in Texas.

Sci-fi movie set? Anand Mahindra share pics of passengers & cabin crew in PPEs & face shields

Going by the images it for sure that flying now will not be the same as earlier.

WHO to find results of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine's safety findings by mid-June

Last month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) already warned against the usage of the pill outside of a hospital setting, just seven days after it approved an emergency use authorisation for the drug.

After laying waste to Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, desert locust swarms headed towards Delhi; wind pattern uncertain

The locust swarms threaten major damage to foliage and as such, can prove to be extremely detrimental to the capital city, considering that a section of it is under green cover

NYENDE: Why Nick Mwendwa's FKF tenure is destined to end in

In the NTV interview, Mwendwa blamed his woes on politics.

Victor Davis Hanson slams Democrats as the 'party of superstition and faith-based information'

Historian and Hoover Institution senior fellow Victor Davis Hanson told "The Ingraham Angle" Tuesday that Democratic governors have lost all credibility as they continue to demand that their constituents accept drastic restrictions in the name of protecting their community.

Gardai Thwart Brazilian Assassin Gang In Deepest Offaly

For a town of 3,500 people, Clara, Co Offaly has witnessed its shared of historical events of the years. Just 10 months ago, the town welcomed the Claret Jug to its st...

Supreme Court Denies Petition to Hear California Voting Rights Act Challenge

The Supreme Court refused to hear a constitutional challenge to the California Voting Rights Act over its requirement that some local governments hold district rather than at-large elections.

New Zealand sheltered its homeless during Covid-19 – but can it last?

Labour-led government has pledged $100m to keep 1,200 motel rooms available for the homeless for a year but obstacles to cementing gains remain

New Zealand deputy PM breaks ranks to urge Ardern to lift Covid-19 lockdown

Political kingmaker Winston Peters says nation has been in lockdown for ‘too long’ and calls for immediate move to the lowest level of restrictions

Canada Learning Code has a digital literacy goal amid the pandemic

The Canada Learning Code organization transition to online learning has motivated it to deliver 10 million learning experiences by 2027.

Friends and families could be reunited in ‘social bubbles’ of up to ten people by next month under lockdown-easing plans

Barbecues and garden parties could also be among activities given the go-ahead in Britain by the end of June after being raised in the Cabinet.

D-Day for Nazanin: British citizen imprisoned in Tehran will find out TODAY if she will be freed as her husband says 'we are closer than ever' but is still preparing for the worst

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe expects to find out today whether she will be released from prison in Iran after the supreme leader announced 3,000 people are being pardoned as part of Eid.

Kremlin expands online voting possibilities amid COVID-19 fears

After the Russian government passed a bill expanding possibilities for voting online and by post, journalists and digital rights activists have started to question its potential for abuse.

U2 Drummer Donates $100,000 To Help Navajo And Hopi Families

It has emerged tonight that Larry Mullen of U2 has pledged $100,000 to the cause of the Hopi and Navajo peoples in America as they struggle desperately to cope with th...

Watch: Duo Have The Perfect Response To Dundalk Lockdown Protest

A woman most famous for standing outside Google and the Four Courts was back at it again yesterday, this time standing on a beach in Dundalk, hosting a sparsely attend...

San Francisco Mayor Dodges Suit Over Removal of ‘Racist’ Billboards

San Francisco Mayor London Breed cannot be sued for allegedly pressuring advertising firms to pull a political rival’s billboards that were denounced as racist by the mayor and several other elected officials, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.

Nord Stream 2 Operator Says Sanction Threats Are Discrimination Against European Companies

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Threats to impose sanctions against the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project are discrimination against European companies, the project operator, Nord...

Biden Attacks Trump for Not Wearing Mask in Public: 'This Macho Stuff Is 'Stoking Deaths'

Following his Tuesday remarks, Biden changed his profile picture on Twitter to the one of him wearing a black mask during a Memorial Day ceremony.

Brutal murder of Sanatan Deka shows how Hindus are not safe anymore in Muslim dominated areas of Assam

The fear among the ethnic Hindus in these villages looms large due to the fear of a Muslim attack. They fear reprisals and gullibility of the police with Muslim money power and an enviable unity among Muslims against the 'Kafir'.- Siba Prasad Sarma 

Crowdfunding campaign launched to support family of Sanatan Deka; Aims to raise 30 lakhs through the campaign in 19 days

Sanatan Deka was lynched to death by Faizul Haque and friends for selling vegetables in a Muslim majority area near Guwahati during Ramzan. 

Organiser Impact - NCW issues notice to Assam TV channel which forced its reporter to resign as she became pregnant

 Organiser had reported how a Assam based TV channel had forced Guwahati based journalist Ranjita Rabha to resign after she became pregnant as the channel refused to shift her to news desk.  Prag News, the city based satellite news channel came under fire from various media rights bodies and social organisations over its action. The channel authority had bluntly declared that it has no provision for maternity leave for women workers. After the news went viral, the National Commission for Women has issued a notice to the said channel. The NCW notice states that the attitude of the channel exposes the double standards of the organisation towards pregnant employees. The NCW condemned the insensitive attitude of the channel towards the employee and said that the commission is deeply perturbed by the violation of provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961. The NCW has aksed the channel to send its response to the notice at the earliest. 

A Year of Jagan - Going the Hugo Chavez way?

In his hurry to score political points Jagan as CM is announcing schemes and issuing GOs which are either questioned or struck down by the High Court. - Duggaraju Srinivasa Rao 

EC 'allergic to common sense'; register plans 'blinded desire to do someone’s bidding' – Manasseh

It appears the Electoral Commission of Ghana is “blinded” by a “desire” to do the “bidding of someone” as far as its insistence on compiling a new register of voters for the 2020 general elections is concerned, investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has said.

Guaranteeing the Safety of Journalists: West African experts share perspectives

In times of crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the media, and in effect journalists, are a lifeline for citizens. They serve as critical avenues and channels for the provision of needed public health education and information that help people to stay healthy and safe. At the same time, they help hold governments accountable for how they respond to the crises and how they utilise resources meant for tackling the crisis.

Buhari eulogises Clark at 93, Soun at 94 - The Nation Nigeriaa

President Muhammadu Buhari has urged elder statesman and leader of the Ijaw nation, Chief Edwin Clark, to continue to work for the ...

As LAC heats up, India and China activate border mechanism talks

The “Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on India-China Border Affairs” was established in January 2012 after border talks between then NSA Shivshankar Menon and his Chinese counterpart Dai Bingguo, and is headed by joint secretary-level officials from both sides.

Delhi confidential: Sound Of Silence

Former Maharashtra chief minister and senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday reeled out figures of the financial aid given by the Centre to the state, and accused the state government of not utilising the money.

IndiGo flier tests positive after landing in Coimbatore

"No one else was seated in his vicinity, significantly reducing the possibility of transmission... The operating crew has been home quarantined for 14 days and we are in the process of notifying other passengers as per the government guidelines," the airline said.

Ahmedabad: ‘Official transferred for self-promotion, scaring people’

The campaign, under the hashtag #StopTargetingGujarat, launched on Monday in English, Gujarati and Hindi by the BJP IT Cell has been widely circulated on social media platforms.

Inadequacies, lapses: SC seeks answers from Centre and states on migrants

The judges said “adequate transport arrangement, food and shelters are immediately to be provided by the Centre and State Governments free of cost”.

Cloud diplomacy: Consular access, demarche move online

Besides virtual summits and phone calls, demarche, consular access and even presentation of credentials have moved to online platforms.

Searching for son, Gujarat woman stranded in Dehradun for 2 months

Goraji said she gets free food and medicines, and doctors inquire about her health, but she does not know why she is not allowed to go out.

Twitter Users Clamoring For Cancelation Of Activist Shaun King

Shaun King has garnered a reputation for himself in recent years as an activist in racial politics. He's received a lot of criticism for his

Flashback: Akufo-Addo won't win 2020 elections - NDC reacts

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) discredited reports by the Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU) that president Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will retain his seat in the December 2020 general elections.

Two arrested after disabled man in wheelchair robbed at ATM

Two men have now been arrested over the alleged heartless robbery of a wheelchair-bound man at an ATM in Sydney’s CBD. The 42-year-old man, who suffers from spastic diplegia (paraplegia) cerebral…

Pedestrian hit by train in Tawa, Wellington

The person was hit by a train at a level crossing near an intersection.

Guest workers add to rising number of corona cases in Uttar Pradesh, eastern states

Amidst the political 'tu-tu, mein-mein', the plight of the guest workers continues to trouble the conscience of the Indian nation.

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

US president responds by accusing micro-blogging site of stifling free speech

Man seriously injured after shooting in Scarborough

A shooting in Scarborough Tuesday evening has left a man with serious injuries, police say.

LIVE: Senate hearing on non-expiration of franchises

Watch the Senate hearing live on Rappler

Huge U.S. labor union endorses Biden over Trump

'[Trump's] response to COVID-19 has been delinquent, delayed, disorganized and deadly,' says AFL-CIO president Richard Trumka

Venezuela's official virus data is 'absurd' – HRW and Johns Hopkins

President Nicolas Maduro's government reports 10 COVID-19 deaths out of 1,121 cases in a country of 30 million people

NPP wants to rig because their own research point to their defeat - Edem Agbana

A Deputy Youth Organizer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Adams Agbana says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has conducted several- research works pointing to their defeat in the upcoming presidential and parliamentary polls hence their plot to rig the polls.

Some MPs opted for private testing for coronavirus – NDC MP

Some Members of Parliament (MPs) have opted to undergo private testing for coronavirus instead of what Parliament House is offering for them and other staff.

It’s compulsory to test for coronavirus – Speaker Oquaye cautions

The Speaker of Parliament, Reverend Professor Aaron Michael Oquaye, on Tuesday said it is mandatory for all Members of Parliament (MPs), journalists covering activities of the House, and staff to test for the COVID-19.

We’ll resist NIA’s mop-up exercise – John Boadu

The General Secretary of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu says the party will resist any attempt by the National Identification Authority to do a mop-up in areas they had challenges during the initial Ghana Card registration.

I’m happy to be the President that swore you in – Akufo-Addo extols Justice Mensah-Bonsu’s credentials

Professor Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu has been sworn in as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo today May 26, 2020 at the Jubilee House in Accra

New register: Turnout may be low, unless you share money at centres – Prof Gyampo

Senior Lecturer at the Political Science Department of the University of Ghana, Professor Ransford Gyampo has projected a low turnout at various registration centers for the new voters’ register.

No police officer in Eastern region has coronavirus – Regional Commander

Eastern Regional Police Commander, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP), Afful Boakye Yiadom, has revealed that none of his officers in the region has contracted the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) disease.

Coronavirus: Avoid indiscriminate spitting in public - Health expert warns

To stop the spread of the coronavirus, the Eastern Regional Health Promotion Officer, Mrs. Bridget Anim, has urged Ghanaians to steer clear of each other when they leave their homes.

MPs have not tested positive for coronavirus - Kate Addo

The Director of Public Affairs at Ghana’s Parliament, Kate Addo has denied reports in a section of the media that some Members of Parliament and staff of the House have tested positive for the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Close down parliament - ASEPA

Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA) has called for the immediate closure of the house of legislature and the mandatory self-quarantining of members and staff of the house who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Stigma makes it impossible to disclose identities of persons who'll test positive - Majority Leader

The Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Osei Kyei Mensah-Bonsu has said the stigmatisation associated with testing positive to the coronavirus makes it impossible to disclose the identities of any MP or staff of parliament who will test positive to the virus.

Food vender, boyfriend quarantined for coronavirus in Saboba

A food vendor and her boyfriend have been quarantined in Saboba in the Northern region after she tested positive for Covid-19.

COCOBOD, Government team up to fix Eastern corridor road

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) is teaming up with the Government to fix sections of the Eastern Corridor road, Mr Joseph Boahen Aidoo, Chief Executive of COCOBOD said on Tuesday.

'We will not allow EC boss to rig elections for Akufo-Addo' - NDC former candidate

The 2016 Parliamentary candidate for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Jomoro Constituency of the Western Region, Mr. Thomas Yankey popularly known as 'Nobody' has indicated that his party will not sit aloof and allow EC boss Jean Mensa to rig the upcoming General Elections for President Akufo-Addo and NPP.

Abofu residents live in fear of imminent floods

Residents of Abofu, near Achimota in Accra, say they are living in fear of imminent floods as the Hydrological Services Department (HSD) has deferred to September, its intended rehabilitation of their stretch of the Odawa drain.

Minister makes case for quarterly disinfection of police cells

Central Regional Minister Kwamena Duncan has underscored the need for police cells in the country to be disinfected every quarter.

Don't hasten to reopen schools; we need time - Prof Agyekum to Akufo-Addo

The Dean of the School of Performing Arts of the University of Ghana, Legon, Professor Kofi Agyekum is calling on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to extend the closure of schools in the country.

Residents of Kodjonya-Menekpo threaten bloodshed over grave

The siting of a grave close in Kodjonya-Menekpo, a community in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality has created apprehension among community members as community members fear the burial of the deceased in the area could infect their hand dug wells and other sources of water.

Ofankor landlord shot tenant 4 times, targeted his penis, chest - Police

The police has given a vivid account of how a shooting incident at Ofankor, a suburb of Accra, led to the unfortunate death of a tenant, saying he was shot 4 times by the landlord.

Obour cautioned over coronavirus protocols breaches

The Asante Akim South Municipality Assembly in the Ashanti Region has warned an NPP parliamentary aspirant against the violation of the social distancing protocol needed to stem the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak in the country.

We're satisfied with Mills' autopsy, stop act of 'drunkenness' - Family

Family of the late President John Atta Mills has asked politicians and the general public to respect the family and the late Professor and allow him to Rest In Peace.

Student jailed for extortion over policewoman’s nude pictures

A Circuit Court in Accra has sentenced a 24-year-old student, Francis Aggrey, to three years imprisonment for extortion in his bid to circulate nude videos of his girlfriend, a policewoman.

Ghana has no record of reinfection of coronavirus

Dr Badu Sarkodie, the Director of Public Health, Ghana Health Service (GHS), on Tuesday said the country has not recorded any cases of reinfections of the COVID-19.

NDC warns NPP in Nalerigu/Gambaga after ‘arrest’ of former Youth Organiser

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Nalerigu/Gambaga Constituency say they are ready to face the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) squarely in the December 7 elections.

MPs who fail to test for coronavirus will be sanctioned - Speaker

Speaker of Parliament Rt Hon Prof Michael Aaron Oquaye has cautioned Members of Parliament and staff of the Parliamentary Service who have not gone through the test for COVID-19 to do so when the mandatory mass testing in Parliament restart from Thursday, 28th May to Friday, 29th May 2020.

Man jailed 10 years for impregnating co-tenant’s daughter

An Accra Circuit Court on Wednesday sentenced a 22-year-old unemployed to 10 years imprisonment in hard labour for impregnating a 15-year-old daughter of a co-tenant at Bubuashie in Accra.

Ofankor murder: Suspect's pumped guns were licensed over 12 years ago - Police

The Accra Regional Police command has clarified issues surrounding the ownership of some two pump guns by the suspect involved in the murder of his tenant at Ofankor.

Lift ban on church gatherings – CVM to government

The Citizen Voters Movement (CVM) has urged the government to lift the ban on public and social gatherings to enable the citizens to overcome the fear, panic, and psychological warfare created by this COVID-19.

Jawaharlal Nehru death anniversary: Inspirational quotes, messages and thoughts of Nehru

Jawaharlal Nehru inspirational quotes, thoughts: On his death anniversary, we share some inspirational quotes of the leader that have stayed with us over the years, are are more relevant now than ever.

IPAC outlines measures to curb coronavirus spread during voter registration

As part of the measures to ensure Ghanaians comply with the strict protocols during the compilation of the new voters’ register at various polling stations, the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) has outlined some strict protocols to be adhered to in preventing the spread of the Coronavirus.

Ofankor landlord remanded for murder

The Abeka District Court on Tuesday remanded into police custody Victor Stephen Nana Kankam, a 38-year-old businessman and landlord, for allegedly shooting and killing his tenant at Ofankor over rent.

Ghana’s coronavirus death toll now 34

Thirty-four people, in total, have, so far, succumbed to the coronavirus pandemic in Ghana, the Ghana Health Service’s latest figures have shown.

Parliament incensed over media reports of MPs contracting coronavirus

Majority Leader and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Hon Osei Kyei Mensah Bonsu has described as speculative and untrue, media report that 2 Members of Parliament and 13 staff have tested positive for Covid19 following the mass testing last week of MPs and staff for the virus.

End of Teshie chieftaincy saga as Gbetsoolo joins Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs

Gbetsoolo Nii Ashitey Akomfra III, Teshie Mantse has finally resumed his rightful place as a member of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs.

Rawlings to address June 4 by virtual durbar

Former President Jerry John Rawlings will deliver the keynote address to mark the 41st anniversary of the June 4 uprising on Thursday, June 4, 2020.

Government awarding more 'juicy contracts' to NDC members than NPP - Kennedy Agyapong

Though the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), is in power and supposed to be running the affairs of the country, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is rather in charge, the Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong claims.

Election run-offs waste of money, must be rechecked – Diplomatic Consultant

Diplomatic Consultant, Farouk Al- Wahab says Ghana started practicing democracy prematurely and that also accounts for the country being overly democratic.

TV actor Arjun Bijlani's building sealed off after resident tests positive for coronavirus

The one thing Arjun said he is thankful for is that his mother is staying with his younger brother.

NBA great Patrick Ewing recovering at home after coronavirus diagnosis

May 26 (UPI) -- NBA legend and Georgetown Hoyas men's basketball coach Patrick Ewing is recovering at home after being hospitalized because of the coronavirus.

UK COVID-19 deaths top 37,000 as another 134 patients die

Another 134 COVID-19 patients have died in Britain, bringing the total coronavirus-related death toll in the country to 37,048, the Department of Health and Social Care has said.

Aarogya Setu Android App Is Now Open Source

The App has over 114 million users, which is more than any other Contact Tracing App in the world.

Provide Real-Time Data On Availability, Use of HCQ, Health Ministry Tells States, UTs

NEW DELHI: The Union Health Ministry has directed all States and Union Territories (UTs) to update the availability and consumption of hydroxychloroquine or HCQ tablets on the national Covid-19 portal as real-time data. The Ministry said that this will help it to chalk out a further action plan and to provide more HCQ tablets to the States and UTs when it is […]

[Ivo Daalder] Our new Cold War with China: Not like the old Cold War

Are the United States and China heading for a new Cold War? Judging by some of the rhetoric and policies emanating from Beijing and Washington, it sure looks that way. Already tense, relations between the world’s two largest powers have deteriorated sharply since the lethal coronavirus first emerged in the eastern Chinese city of Wuhan and then rapidly spread across the globe. In the United States, Secretary ...

UNC says it is in talks with S. Korea over resumption of DMZ visits

The United Nations Command (UNC) said Wednesday it is in talks with South Korea about resuming tours to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) separating the two Koreas suspended last year in the wake of the African swine fever outbreak. The US-led command, which administers the DMZ, said it facilitated the environment ministry's survey on African swine fever inside the Joint Security Area and other locations inside the buffe...

Cop forged victims' statements so he didn't have to waste his time

Policeman who faked documents to end criminal investigations he didn't think were worth bothering with has been ordered to do community work.

Why are Ugandan taxpayers so dumb, passive?

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How Kutesa plotted Kavuya family return

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Ralphs security guard pulls gun on shopper during confrontation in San Bernardino - VIDEO

A bystander captured video of a security guard at a Ralphs in San Bernardino drawing a gun on a shopper who was refusing to leave the store.

'Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich' Subject Alex Acosta Is Keeping A Low Profile

On July 12, 2019, Alexander Acosta stepped down as President Trump's Labor Secretary as criticism mounted over how he mishandled Jeffrey Epstein's 2008 sex trafficking case, detailed in Netflix's new four-part docuseries Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy…

Wedding videographer allegedly denies refund after fiancée dies in car crash: 'Sorry, not sorry'

The fiancé of a Colorado woman who died in a February car crash says that not only is the wedding videography service they’d hired refusing to give a refund, it’s also threatening to sue him.

TikTok stars Bryce Hall, Jaden Hossler arrested for drug possession: reports

TikTok stars Bryce Hall and Jaden Hossler, both members of the creative collective Sway House, have reportedly been arrested.

New York jiu-jitsu studio owner plans to defy Cuomo, open Wednesday: 'Time to start making things happen'

An upstate New York jiu-jitsu studio owner told "Tucker Carlson Tonight" Tuesday he plans to open for business Wednesday in defiance of Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo's coronavirus shutdown order.

Ex-Nevada AG describes ballots 'piled up in apartments and trash cans and in hallways' due to mail-in voting

Former Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt echoed President Trump's concerns about mail-in voting Tuesday, telling "Tucker Carlson Tonight" that it will likely increase the risk of voter fraud in his state.

Tucker rips media for scolding outdoor Americans: 'The fact that you disobeyed them drove them insane'

Tucker Carlson opened Tuesday's edition of "Tucker Carlson Tonight" by ripping the mainstream media for shaming Americans who spent part of their holiday weekend outside and not wearing masks.

Nassau Coliseum to launch drive-in movie weekends this summer

The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum announced it will launch a drive-in movie weekend this summer.

What Commuting in Delhi Metro Post Lockdown 4.0 May Look Like? When Are Services Resuming?

Further, strict social-distancing will be practised inside the trains. The commuters will be required to be seated alternately. This will be monitored by DMRC official, Metro staff members to check for violations, the report by leading daily read.

FPJ Edit: A chaotic reopening of the skies

Bombay HC orders litigant, who wants BMC to convert Wadia Hospital into Covid-19 hospital, to deposit Rs 1 crore

Lockdown 4.0: Here's a proposed map for the state government to reopen Mumbai

Risk of infection remains and its spread cannot be contained but one has to learn to live in a new environment.

UK junior minister resigns over Dominic Cummings row

Johnson's embattled Chief Strategy Adviser faced a volley of hostile questions from the media on Monday evening when Downing Street took the unusual step for a staffer to address his own press conference amid growing anger from all sides of the political spectrum, including Johnson's own Conservative Party

Bhima Koregaon case: Activist Gautam Navlakha shifted from Tihar to Taloja jail

Over 30% of Maharashtra's temporary jails already crowded

Man murdered in Aarey, four detained

Woman booked for Tik-Tok video in police uniform

Avoid complete shutdown, circulate shops numbers: HC tells authorities

Nothing political about my Delhi visit: Omar Abdullah

SRINAGAR, May 26: Former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said his Delhi visit has nothing to do with politics. In a series of tweets, Omar said that there is nothing political about his visit to New Delhi for the first time after August last year. “Finally I’m in Delhi for the 1st time since 3rd August 2019. There is nothing political about my visit, whether linked to the matter above or the political advisory council reportedly being formed. I needed a change of scene & some medical follow ups & that’s why I’m here,” Omar tweeted.The NC vice-president said his party remains committed to challenging what happened on 5th Aug using all lawful means.He said neither Tanvir Sadiq nor Aga Syed Ruhullah’s views can change the stand taken by NC in the Supreme Court Supreme Court and outside regarding August 5.“@RuhullahMehdi & @tanvirsadiq are both valued colleagues & friends. As far as I’m concerned that are both entitled to an opinion & to disagree with each other. Neither’s views, expressed in a private capacity…

Chicago sees deadliest Memorial day in years

10 people shot dead and 32 severely injured

FPJ Edit: Heatwave and coronavirus

‘No mask, no ride’ policy in South Korea

The government, in a new directive, ordered buses and taxi drivers to limit or refuse to offer rides to passengers who do not wear masks as part of the tightened quarantine measures against the pandemic outbreak

Coronavirus Update: Mumbai Fire brigade sets up quarantine facility for its frontline staff

ACT Policing arrest three men during alleged Garran burglary

Three men were caught during an alleged burglary in Garran on Wednesday morning.

Woman with walker awarded $55K after B.C. RCMP officer 'assaulted and battered' her

A B.C. woman who uses a walker for mobility has been awarded $55,000 in damages after a judge determined she was "falsely arrested, falsely imprisoned, assaulted and battered" by an RCMP officer in the province's north.

In morgues and shipping containers, Ecuadorians search for lost dead

GUAYAQUIL/QUITO, Ecuador (Reuters) - Dolores Centeno has scoured the morgues and cemeteries of Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city, for two months searching for her father’s body.

The 1918 Spanish flu: How lessons learned apply to today's COVID-19 pandemic

The 1918 H1N1 influenza pandemic, also known as the Spanish flu, was the most severe pandemic in modern history. About 675,000 deaths were reported in the United States.

Rahul Gandhi speaks to experts Ashish Jha, Johan Giesecke on COVID-19 situation

Rahul Gandhi speaks to experts Ashish Jha, Johan Giesecke on COVID-19 situation: After his interaction with former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan and Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spoke to Professor Ashish Jha, a globally recognised public health professional and Professor Johan Giesecke, the famous Swedish epidemiologist, on the COVID-19 crisis.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Twitter fact-check marks Trump tweets for the first time

The President objects to being proven wrong, and misunderstands free speech rights

Gastonia venue operator wants clarification regarding reopening for event spaces

A venue operator in Gastonia wants clarification from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper regarding the reopening of event spaces in the state.

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Alabama Secretary of State Shreds CNN Host for Saying Absentee Ballot Voter Fraud Doesn't Exist

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India’s LAC infra upgrade unnerves China

India News: China has been unnerved by India’s slow but steady improvement in border infrastructure for faster mobility of its troops and weapon systems in forwar

Canadian soldiers witness 'deeply disturbing' scenes in seniors' residences: PM

OTTAWA: Canadian soldiers helping to manage the coronavirus outbreak in seniors' residences have witnessed some "deeply disturbing" scenes, Prime ...

Aussies are heading back to shopping centres in high numbers as coronavirus restrictions start to ease, according to new data

More people are heading into shopping centres as coronavirus restrictions ease in Australia.

Matan Torah and fake news - Radio

Who was controlling the media at Mount Sinai?

Amy Cooper, The “Central Park Karen” Who Called Police On A Black Man, Has Been Fired

A white woman in New York has been fired after a viral video shows her hysterically calling police on a black man who asked her to leash her dog.

Indore's COVID-19 tally up by 79 to 3,182

Indore's COVID-19 tally up by 79 to 3,182: Indore on Tuesday reported 79 more COVID-19 cases, taking the total number of cases in the district to 3,182, including 119 deaths, according to Chief Medical and Health Officer Praveen Jadia.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Congress attacks Kerala CM over decision to ask people to bear expenses for institutional quarantine facilities

Congress attacks Kerala CM over decision to ask people to bear expenses for institutional quarantine facilities: Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram, Shashi Tharoor, hit out at Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on his government's decision to ask people to pay for institutional quarantine facilities in Kerala, terming the move a

Rubio warns Twitter after it puts fact-check label on Trump tweet

Sen. Marco Rubio fired a warning shot at Twitter after it appended a fact-check label to President Trump’s tweets about mail-in voting.

Afghan government releases first hundred Taliban prisoners

The Eid al-Fitr holiday began on Monday as did the ceasefire in Afghanistan announced by the Taliban. Early signs were promising with the ceasefire appearing to hold.

Somali Refugee Indicted for Attempting to Join Islamic Terrorist Group

A Somali-born naturalized United States citizen was indicted this week for allegedly attempting to join Islamic terrorist group al-Shabab. 

Planned Parenthood Testimony on Fetal Tissue Sales Contradicts Claims

A new video reveals the testimony of Planned Parenthood officials regarding the sale of aborted fetal tissue contradicts their public claims.

CNN's Cooper on Trump's Scarborough Tweets: 'He Is Just a Little Man, Despite His Girth and Size'

Tuesday on CNN, host Anderson Cooper criticized President Donald Trump for his messaging on masks and his tweets about MSNBC host Joe Scarborough. | Clips

DAP: Perikatan stopped caring about drunk driving after coming into power

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — A score of DAP politicians have challenged the Perikatan Nasional (PN) administration to take punitive action against those caught drunk driving, in light of the two related deaths recently. In a joint press statement, the group pointed out that former transport minister...

Youth commits suicide

SRINAGAR, May 26: A youth allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself inside his home at Mahrajpora area of north Kashmir’s Sopore town.The deceased was identified as 30 year old Azad Ahmad.As the family members found him hanging, they immediately rushed him to sub-district hospital Sopore where doctors declared him brought dead.An officer while confirming the incident said a case has been registered in police station Sopore.The official added that after post-mortem the body of the deceased was handed over to family for last rites.

Another Corona patient dies, death toll reaches 24 in J&K

JAMMU, May 26: A 90-year-old man from South Kashmir's Kulgam district died due to COVID-19 at SKIMS on Tuesday, thus taking the total death toll due to virus in Jammu and Kashmir to 24. However, 4 pregnant women, Army Lt, BSF inspector, 2 CRPF jawans among 91 test positive for Coronavirus in Jammu division on Tuesday, taking the overall number of cases to 1759. However sources said that at least one case might be a repeat and would be clarified shortly. Also, they said, more cases may be added up particularly from private labs. Among the cases, they said, 54 are of them are from Jammu and remaining from Kashmir division. Dr. Salim Khan, nodal officer for COVID-19 at the Government Medical College Srinagar told that out of the 590 samples tested at microbiology laboratory at CD hospital here, 25 returned positive for the virus and nine of them were repeat (of previous patients).Principal SKIMS Medical College, Bemina, Dr Riyaz Untoo, told that out of 471 samples tested, 19 retuned positive and include 12 from…

UP's move against workers

The observations of Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday about the problems by the workers, who move out of the state to earn their livelihoods, do not go down well in the interest of those, the government wants to serve. It is all the more unfortunate that instead of protecting their interests across India of workers hailing from the biggest state of the country, the government will be harming their future prospects. His announcement that a 'Migration Commission' will be formed to help the workers, who have returned to UP amid lockdown from other parts of the country is unlikely to serve the purpose. The Commission proposed task to find ways and means for guaranteed social security to workers, provide them employment as per their skills appears to be an admission by him that it does not have these provisions for its own people. Yogi Adityanath's criticism of other states for not taking care of workers from UP during the lockdown is likely to face a backlash. There is no denying that fact that…

‘Anything is possible’: GH Mir on formation of advisory council

JAMMU, May 26: Amid rumors over formation of advisory council headed by Altaf Bukhari, former minister and second-in-command of Apni Party, Ghulam Hassan Mir on Monday said anything is possible.“Anything is possible. The government can do anything,” Mir told, when asked about the rumors flying in Kashmir that Apni Party may be given a role in decision-making by the Centre.Mir, who played a key role in formation of the new party after August 5, 2019, said the Government of India is weighing several options to connect with the people in Jammu & Kashmir. “It may be an option before them,” he said.In the past two days, Kashmir Valley is abuzz with rumours that Apni Party leaders could be given an advisory role in governance before Assembly polls are held.Although Altaf Bukhari has denied rumors of him being appointed as interim Chief Minister, Mir’s refusal to rule out the possibility gives credence to such rumours in Kashmir. “It is a good joke,” Bukhari had told on Sunday.After abrogation of Article 370 by the…

Arrests, beatings and dismissals of journalists underline official, corporate arbitrariness: SAMDEN

NEW DELHI, May 26: The South Asia Media Defenders Network (SAMDEN) today cited detention of media professionals in Bangladesh, attacks on journalists in the Punjab, and the dismissal of a pregnant reporter in Assam state as part of a pattern of official and corporate arbitrariness against media in the region.In Bangladesh, SAMDEN noted that the government of Sheikh Hasina Wajed has used the controversial Digital Security Act (DSA), passed in 2018 amid opposition from national, international media and rights groups, to arrest or charge at least 20 journalists over the past month.In one case, a senior journalist vanished in March after a politician from the governing Awami League party filed a criminal defamation case against him. The reporter mysteriously turned up at the India-Bangladesh border nearly two months later and was slapped with three cases under the DSA while senior editor, Matiur Rahman Choudhury of Manabzamin also is accused in the case. SAMDEN underlining the spate of cases against journalists and…

Can Humanism Survive the Onslaught of Hate?

"In another incidence one worker, who had a differently-abled child, took the bicycle of another person, leaving a touching letter of apology, saying that he was helpless as he has to travel with his children and there is no other means. Many a people reported it as a theft of the bicycle while the owner of the bicycle, Prabhu Dayal took it in a stride."Lately when India is undergoing the massive crisis of the Corona epidemic and the offshoots of its mishandling, we have also seen the pandemic being used to demonise a particular community in India. These hate mongers, operating through powerful medium of TV, and widespread social media which also has resorted to Fake news has intensified the Hate against religious minority. In this vast phenomenon, it seemed that all is lost as far as amity between people of different religions is concerned. Despite this broad generalisation one feels happy when one comes to know of few incidents where religious communities come forward to help each other.The most touching such…

Animals killed, house damaged in shelling on Poonch LoC

POONCH, May 26: At least half a dozen animals were killed, many houses damaged as Indo Pak armies exchanged heavy gunfire along line of control (LOC) in Poonch on Tuesday.Official sources told many residential houses damaged and a dozen animals were killed after Pakistan army heavy shelled forward posts and civilian areas along line of control (LOC) in Balakote sector on early Tuesday.An army official confirmed to said Pakistan initiated the unprovoked ceasefire violation by targeting Balakote area in Mendhar sector in Poonch district, drawing befitting response from the Indian army.A dozen domestic animals in forward Sohala village were killed in the Balakot sector. A team, including officials from the revenue, veterinary, health departments headed by the tehsildar, was rushed to the forward areas to assess the losses,” said Sahil Jandyal, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) He said in the shelling many residential house were also damaged.

3 injured in a mysterious blast at Tosamaidan

SRINAGAR, May 26: Three persons were injured in a mysterious blast at Tosamaidan, an old artillery training area of army, in Budgam district today.Officials said a mysterious explosion occurred at Tosamaidian area this afternoon in which three people sustained injuries, one of them critical. "In the incident, three persons suffered injuries and have been taken to nearby primary health centre where the condition of one among them is said to be critical," they said.Reports said a police team reached at the spot and the nature of blast is being ascertained. It may be recalled that Tosamaidan was used by the army as an artillery training area for its men for many years up to 2014 and in May 2018 it was thrown open for public.

TESTING STILL BELOW 1 LAKH A DAY

NEW DELHI, May 26: The Health Ministry is vowing to hike up the COVID-19 testing to two lakh a day in views of the spike in the disease but it is still less than 1 lakh as 92,528 were tested in the past 24 hours and those found infected with the virus were 6535 which shows the highest spike of 7.06% that otherwise fluctuated between 4 and 5%.Total number of confirmed cases registered in India since March rose to 1,45,380 though those still in hospitals under treatment were 80,722 as 60,491 have so far recovered and another 4167 died due to COVID-19.As many as 146 persons died in the past 24 hours while those recovering accounted for 2670, but that saw the recovery rate going up slightly to 41.61 against 41.57 on Monday.Maharashtra continues to be the most infected with the latest tally of confirmed cases being 52,667 and the highest death toll of 1695, though it also reported recovery of 15,786. The second highest confirmed cases are 17,082 in Tamil Nadu, followed by 14460 in Gujarat and 14053 in Delhi. In terms…

Kerala takes first step back to school with exams: 20 students to a hall

Kerala had all the guidelines in place when it became the first state in the country to resume the school board exams that were stalled by more than two months due to the ongoing Covid lockdown.

CMO Bandipora loses temper; shout at cops for intercepting his vehicle

SRINAGAR, May 26: Two days after an on duty cardiologist was allegedly thrashed and detained in Srinagar, police today intercepted official vehicle of Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Bandipora while he was on way to a quarantine centre at Nasoo.Reports said the police intercepted official vehicle of CMO Bandipora, Dr Tajamul Hussain at a checkpoint at Nasoo and asked him to take alternate route, even as his driver pleaded cops to allow the vehicle to move as they have to reach quarantine and sample collection centre at Chitarnar urgently.CMO Bandipora was heading towards Chitarnar forest area in his official vehicle fitted with emergency light when cops posted at the Nasoo checkpoint intercepted and asked him to take alternate route.A video which has gone viral on all social media sites including facebook, WhatsApp, instagram and tweeter showed Dr Tajamul shouting at cops who did not allow his vehicle to move beyond the checkpoint.“Who the hell you are, don’t you see this is CMO’s vehicle, how can you stop a CMO.…

NC won’t initiate any political activity till all political leaders are released: Farooq

JAMMU, May 26: Amid speculations of Jammu Kashmir Apni Party forming an advisory council in Jammu and Kashmir, National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said his party won’t initiate any political activity till all the political leaders are released.“The National Conference will do no political activity till all the political leaders are released,” Farooq told.There were some reports that JKAP led by Altaf Bukhari was going to form an advisory council in Jammu and Kashmir.Former Chief Minster and National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah has also flown to New Delhi on Monday triggering a wave of speculations that NC may also be weighing its options.“I don’t want comment whether Altaf Bukahri is forming any advisory council. You should ask that question to him. As far NC is concerned, we will initiate any political activity only when all the political leaders are released. Till then we can’t do anything,” Farooq added. NC Member Parliament Mohammad Akbar Lone also said they won’t initiate…

More peacekeeping operations, fewer troops in 2019: Report

The number of multilateral peace operations, both by the UN and others, rose by just one to 61, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

Don’t book repatriation flights online, warns Pak consulate in Dubai

Don’t book repatriation flights online, warns Pak consulate in Dubai

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

China recovery inches up

China recovery inches up, via Capital Economics:

Number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Russia-occupied Crimea exceeds 500

Human rights activists say the figures may be underreported.

Few faces, more spaces as B.C. schools to reopen next week

Classroom instruction will be offered on a part-time, voluntary basis for the final month of the school year – the reopening is serving as a trial run to what is expected to be a full return to classrooms in September

‘Is this a joke?’: On Shramik trains, passengers complain of long delays – with little food or water

Many say that trains stop in open fields or at stations where all food stalls are shut.

Survey: Hanover bars and taverns doing well

WESTERN BUREAU: MASHARIO BISSASOR, the Social Development Commission’s (SDC) parish manager for Hanover, says that based on the ongoing survey being undertaken in the parish, the bars and taverns have been meeting the standard outlined to combat...

PPE kits not covered under insurance, yet cost 50% of COVID-19 treatment

Jayan Mathews, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at healthcare financing platform Vital, expects the stakeholders to reach an agreement soon

The Hidden Flaws of Voting by Mail: Why GOP Sues California Governor Newsom

The vote-by-mail initiative pushed ahead by Democratic-controlled California has prompted a new wave of partisan strife with the Republicans over potential voter fraud....

Trump Calls On House Republicans to Vote Against FISA Renewal Bill

On 14 May, the US Senate passed a bill by a single vote that gives government agencies such as the FBI and CIA the right to access citizens' browsing histories without...

Women's health services adapting well to COVID-19, but concerns remain for long-term

The majority of women's healthcare units in the UK, including services such as maternity and gynaecological cancers, have adapted well to the initial COVID-19 outbreak, according to a new survey by University of Warwick researchers.

Training bystanders to intervene will help to prevent domestic violence and abuse, study shows

Empowering people to intervene when they witness unacceptable behaviour can help to prevent domestic violence and abuse, a new study has found.

Digital contact tracing for COVID-19: an analysis of strengths and limitations

An article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) analyzes the strengths and limitations of digital contact tracing for people infected with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) to help governments decide if and how they might adopt this technology.

Are you really sure? Spokesman Roque says school enrollment to start in June

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‘Erasure of the poor from the imagination’: Arundhati Roy on India’s migrant worker crisis

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Ship workers may suffer PTSD, Alexis warns

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BPSC releases 2017 Asst Engineer, 2016 Lecturer interview schedule

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Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump’s tweets for the first time

Donald Trump accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election and claimed it was ‘completely stifling free speech’.

'Woefully lacking': Mother forced to travel to regional NSW for child's mental health treatment

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VICTOR JOECKS: Churches, DOJ push back on Sisolak’s discriminatory ban on worship services

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Popular Kikuyu Artist Jimmie Wayuni Dies in Accident [PHOTOS]

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Court of Appeal Rejects Multichoice’s Appeal on Sale of Locked Set-Top Boxes

Subscription television service providers will no longer lock out competitors from using their set-top boxes to broadcast content, reports The Standard. This is thanks to a judgment that was passed by Court of Appeal judges where they threw out MultiChoice Limited’s appeal which challenged the High Court’s judgment on the sale of locked set-top boxes. Justice […]

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Bengal health dept allows OPD-based COVID-19 testing

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Russia reports 101 medic deaths from virus

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The starkest failure of the Indian government’s coronavirus strategy has been the devastation it imposed on the country’s workers.

New Jersey Man Charged in Mask Price-Gouging Scheme

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Medically Vulnerable Immigrants Denied Release From ICE Facility

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Hundreds more security forces sent to the Greek-Turkish border

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[Photo News] Students return to school amid virus outbreak

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Over 30,000 rescued under Vande Bharat Mission till May 25: Hardeep Puri

India had launched the largest evacuation exercise to repatriate Indians stranded abroad due to coronavirus-induced lockdown

‘My mum said, “Why are the police arresting you? You must have done something”: the scandal behind TV's new Windrush drama

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Jimmy Kimmel dings Trump's 'brazen hypocrisy' on golfing, calls America's mask war 'the dumbest standoff ever'

"This was a weird Memorial Day," Jimmy Kimmel said on Tuesday's Kimmel Live. "I think we can all agree: Zoom barbecues suck. This weekend Donald Trump, by unauthorized presidential order, made a sweeping declaration to open all churches, temples, and places of worship, in an effort to make sure that the most devout Americans can get a chance to contract the coronavirus, too." And Trump, "a man of great faith," he deadpanned, spent Sunday morning golfing. "You know, people say he's unfit to be president — they forget, he's barely even fit to play golf," Kimmel said. "It looks bad for the president to be golfing with 100,000 Americans dead and a stay-at-home order in place, but try explaining optics to a guy who stared directly into an eclipse," he added, showing the "the brazen hypocrisy" of both Trump and Fox & Friends when it comes to presidential golfing. Along with his golfing, Trump spent Memorial Day weekend "tweeting nut-job conspiracy theories and mocking Joe Biden for wearing a mask to a Memorial Day…

Tory privatisation is at the heart of the UK's disastrous coronavirus response

From PPE to care homes, this crisis has exposed the pernicious role of corporate power in public policy, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

New Fortress Energy Foundation gives students 200 care packages

WHEN THE principal of Old Harbour High School placed a call for help to provide meals for students on the school’s PATH programme, New Fortress Energy Foundation immediately responded by delivering close to 200 care packages to the school last week...

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Cassava Piece danger for pedestrians

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Pastor hacked to death in St Elizabeth

WESTERN BUREAU: RESIDENTS OF Top Hill in Junction, St Elizabeth, are in shock after the partially decomposed body of a popular pastor was found at his home on Sunday with multiple chop wounds. The murdered church leader has been identified as 40-...