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Dominic Cummings refuses to resign or apologise for lockdown breach

25 May 19:14 5 articles

Fury and frustration among Tory MPs as Cummings fights on

Backbenchers speak out over damage done to party and to viability of lockdown rules

25 May 19:14 the Guardian 1491978795604680577.html
I behaved legally and responsibly: Boris aide

Cummings says he undertook the journey to ensure that his child had support if he or his wife fell ill

25 May 19:16 The Telegraph 2864094128233739767.html
Dominic Cummings has shown it's one rule for the establishment, another for everyone else

When millions of people are making unprecedented sacrifices, the least we expect is for those in power to do the same, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

25 May 19:30 the Guardian 1491978795909458392.html
The lockdown breach questions Dominic Cummings has yet to clarify

Boris Johnson’s aide failed to draw a line under affair that has caused fury across the UK

25 May 19:32 the Guardian 1491978794446092183.html
Dominic Cummings refuses to resign or apologise for lockdown breach

Press conference raises more questions but Boris Johnson gives full backing to adviser

25 May 19:58 the Guardian 1491978795213566548.html
UK to reopen thousands of shops in easing of coronavirus lockdown – Johnson

25 May 18:59 3 articles

Shops in England can open next month if social distancing guidelines met, Boris Johnson says

The Prime Minister said outdoor markets and car showrooms would be able to open from June 1, with other retailers following a fortnight later

25 May 18:59 ChronicleLive 1984146902194918635.html
Outdoor markets and car showrooms can open next week in England

Boris Johnson announces other non-essential retail premises can reopen in three weeks

25 May 19:11 the Guardian 1491978794365371437.html
UK to reopen thousands of shops in easing of coronavirus lockdown – Johnson

LONDON, May 25 (Reuters) - Britain will reopen thousands of high street shops, department stores and shopping centres next month, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday, setting out a timetable for businesses as part of moves to ease the coronavirus lockdown.

25 May 19:29 Daily Maverick 2373996787773407554.html
Almost 19,000 arrested for lockdown offences in Eastern Cape

25 May 19:30 2 articles

Top Kinahan target Patsy Hutch wears face mask as he takes a stroll in Dublin sunshine

The older brother of 'The Monk' Gerry Hutch has been rarely seen since a hit squad was sent to kill him in 2018

25 May 19:30 Irish Mirror 2875825629589293137.html
Almost 19,000 arrested for lockdown offences in Eastern Cape

Movement restrictions and an increased police presence during the lockdown did not prevent incidents of murder, rape, vigilante justice and corruption in the Eastern Cape.

25 May 19:42 Daily Maverick 2373996788484859984.html
Ghaziabad-Delhi border sealed again, essential services personnel allowed

25 May 19:24 2 articles

Ghaziabad-Delhi border sealed again, essential services personnel allowed

 The Ghaziabad administration on Monday sealed its border with Delhi again in view of the rising cases of the coronavirus in the district in the last few days, according to an official order.

25 May 19:24 Deccan Herald 2027555796352606780.html
Covid-19 in Tamil Nadu: 35 flights at Chennai airport Monday, state sees 805 new cases

In the highest single-day jump in the state, 805 new cases were recorded in Tamil Nadu on Monday. While briefing the media via video conferencing, state health minister C Vijayabaskar said 88 per cent of the Covid-19 cases in Tamil Nadu are asymptomatic.

25 May 19:50 The Indian Express 2885715104441183611.html
Troy Ave Tells Mysonne & His Mother to 'Suck a D***' While Trading Twitter Barbs

25 May 19:41 2 articles

Troy Ave Tells Mysonne & His Mother to 'Suck a D***' While Trading Twitter Barbs

The relationship between Troy Ave and Mysonne is unpleasant, to say the least, and things escalated over the weekend as the two New Yorkers engaged...

25 May 19:41 VLADTV 1404406305695008910.html
Troy Ave Tells Mysonne to 'Suck a D***' While Trading Twitter Barbs

The relationship between Troy Ave and Mysonne is unpleasant, to say the least, and things escalated over the weekend as the two New Yorkers engaged...

25 May 19:41 VLADTV 1404406306999293990.html
COVID-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine

25 May 19:20 2 articles

COVID-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday suspended the use of hydroxychloroquine in solidarity trial for the treatment of COVID-19

25 May 19:20 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901549418559.html
Covid-19: WHO halts trial of hydroxychloroquine, awaits more safety data

"It's important to continue to gather evidence on the efficacy and safety of hydroxychloroquine," WHO Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan said at a press briefing in Geneva

25 May 19:23 Business-Standard 1502508925894599550.html
Hong Kong and China’s National People’s Congress: The danger of a new cold war

25 May 19:47 1 article

Hong Kong and China’s National People’s Congress: The danger of a new cold war

As China gears up to sink its claws deeper into Hong Kong, the world weighs up how best to respond. The pro-democracy movement also has some hard choices to make.

25 May 19:47 Daily Maverick 2373996788978841499.html
U.S. CDC reports 1,637,456 coronavirus cases, 97,669 deaths

25 May 19:25 1 article

U.S. CDC reports 1,637,456 coronavirus cases, 97,669 deaths

May 25 (Reuters) - The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday reported 1,637,456 cases of the new coronavirus, an increase of 15,342 cases from its previous count, and said that the number of deaths had risen by 620 to 97,669.

25 May 19:25 Daily Maverick 2373996789258454278.html
St Catherine man listed as person of interest in murder probe

25 May 19:19 1 article

St Catherine man listed as person of interest in murder probe

Detectives in the St Catherine South Division have named a man as a person of interest in relation to a murder in Naggo Head, St Catherine on Sunday. He is 23-year-old Shamar McDonald of Rosemarie Lane, Naggo Head in St Catherine. McDonald is being...

25 May 19:19 The Gleaner 1215260530321178372.html
Coronavirus: Major summer festivals nearly sold out despite line-up constraints

25 May 19:38 1 article

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

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

25 May 19:38 Newshub 2131266987489240524.html
Tennis star charged with assaulting ex-wife - The Nation Nigeria

25 May 19:10 1 article

Tennis star charged with assaulting ex-wife - The Nation Nigeria

Georgian tennis player Nikoloz Basilashvili has been charged with assaulting his former wife.Basilashvili, 28, is accused by Neka Dorokashvili...

25 May 19:10 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900022488289.html
Terrorism growing in HK: Police

25 May 19:17 1 article

Terrorism growing in HK: Police

'In just a few months, one of the safest cities in the world has become one shrouded in the shadow of violence'

25 May 19:17 The Telegraph 2864094128317549723.html
Jacinda’s ‘decent shake’ hits NZ

25 May 19:16 1 article

Jacinda’s ‘decent shake’ hits NZ

The PM was speaking to a morning news program from parliament when the magnitude-5.8 earthquake struck just before 8am

25 May 19:16 The Telegraph 2864094128665911096.html
NCLAT quashes NCLT order making MCA a party to all IBC proceedings

25 May 19:08 1 article

NCLAT quashes NCLT order making MCA a party to all IBC proceedings

Allowing the plea filed by the MCA, a two-member bench of the appellate tribunal said the NCLT's direction was "beyond the power" and amounted to "imposition of a new rule in a compelling fashion".

25 May 19:08 Business-Standard 1502508926620783478.html
India announces 10 additional repatriation flights from Qatar

25 May 19:39 1 article

India announces 10 additional repatriation flights from Qatar

Doha: India has announced 10 additional flights as part on the ongoing repatriation mission from Qatar. Air India and Air India Express will operate the additional flights.

25 May 19:39 The Peninsula 1202843882219270753.html
China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in Covid cases

25 May 19:13 1 article

China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in Covid cases

The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.

25 May 19:13 The Financial Express 1288289580033702231.html
At IGI airport, tales of homecoming after months

25 May 19:56 1 article

At IGI airport, tales of homecoming after months

With the first day of domestic operations coinciding with Eid-ul-Fitr, passengers included those who were happy at the thought of being reunited with their families before the end of the day.

25 May 19:56 The Indian Express 2885715104309450894.html
Relatives of Irish teen who plunged to death in balcony fall in Australia 'absolutely heartbroken'

25 May 19:08 1 article

Relatives of Irish teen who plunged to death in balcony fall in Australia 'absolutely heartbroken'

Three men charged with the alleged murder of Cian English in a botched robbery in Brisbane had their case heard in court today

25 May 19:08 Irish Mirror 2875825629971396308.html
Five from Amritsar stranded in Lahore since March due to lockdown, families appeal to PM Modi

25 May 19:17 1 article

Five from Amritsar stranded in Lahore since March due to lockdown, families appeal to PM Modi

Amritsar Coronavirus cases news: Five members from two Amritsar families are stranded in Lahore for the last nearly three months due to coronavirus-forced lockdown.

25 May 19:17 The Financial Express 1288289580884334720.html
Haryana: Farmers take out tractor march against paddy cultivation restrictions

25 May 19:43 1 article

Haryana: Farmers take out tractor march against paddy cultivation restrictions

Farmers from Ratia block went to district headquarter Fatehabad to lodge their protest and submit a memorandum to the local administration.

25 May 19:43 The Indian Express 2885715103736793671.html
With distancing, sanitising & warnings for passengers, Pune airport opens with caution

25 May 19:50 1 article

With distancing, sanitising & warnings for passengers, Pune airport opens with caution

The first day after the two-month hiatus saw 17 flight movements at the Pune airport till 8 pm. According to Airports Authority of India officials, 1,657 passengers arrived or departed from the airport by 8 pm.

25 May 19:50 The Indian Express 2885715105233363601.html
Punjab to provide free ration to 14 lakh migrants under Atmanirbhar scheme

25 May 19:45 1 article

Punjab to provide free ration to 14 lakh migrants under Atmanirbhar scheme

While 17.7 lakh migrants had registered on the government portal to go back home and three lakh have left via trains and over a lakh via buses and many others on foot or private vehicles, the remaining around 14 lakh will get 2 months of free ration under the scheme.

25 May 19:45 The Indian Express 2885715103788844065.html
Gathering limits make a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister

25 May 19:26 1 article

Gathering limits make a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister

Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.

25 May 19:26 Edmonton 2483052957801308158.html
Donald Trump Slammed As ‘Grotesque And Disgraceful’ By Former GOP Strategist On Memorial Day

25 May 19:09 1 article

Donald Trump Slammed As ‘Grotesque And Disgraceful’ By Former GOP Strategist On Memorial Day

President Donald Trump received criticism from a former Republican strategist about his behavior on Memorial Day. Steve Schmidt — who served as a campaign strategist for former President George ...

25 May 19:09 The Inquisitr 1745625230805259205.html
“City of darkness” no longer – AfDB supported electricity project lights up Juba

25 May 19:27 1 article

“City of darkness” no longer – AfDB supported electricity project lights up Juba

The $38 million Juba Power Distribution System Rehabilitation and Expansion Project is almost completed according to a release by the AfDB.

25 May 19:27 ESI-Africa.com 2679729877997770891.html
Black coronavirus patients are hospitalized at THREE times the rate of white and Hispanic patients, study finds

25 May 19:43 1 article

Black coronavirus patients are hospitalized at THREE times the rate of white and Hispanic patients, study finds

A new study from California-based Sutter Health, a healthcare system, found that black coronavirus patients were admitted at 2.7 times the rate of white and Hispanic patients.

25 May 19:43 Mail Online 124328111989341945.html
Covid-19: Rail Bhavan to shut down for second time in fortnight after another coronavirus case

25 May 19:27 1 article

Covid-19: Rail Bhavan to shut down for second time in fortnight after another coronavirus case

A fourth-grade multitasking staffer who attended office till last Tuesday is the fifth COVID-19 case detected in the building in less than two weeks.

25 May 19:27 The Financial Express 1288289581343696043.html
Ministers vs chief secy row: Amarinder hosts Manpreet, Channi

25 May 19:44 1 article

Ministers vs chief secy row: Amarinder hosts Manpreet, Channi

Manpreet stands ground, wants issue to be taken up in Cabinet again.

25 May 19:44 The Indian Express 2885715104263906029.html
Why Didn’t the 1958 and 1918 Pandemics Destroy the Economy? Hint: It’s the Lockdowns

25 May 19:41 1 article

Why Didn’t the 1958 and 1918 Pandemics Destroy the Economy? Hint: It’s the Lockdowns

Leaving aside the fact there's no evidence lockdowns actually work, we can nonetheless look to past pandemics

25 May 19:41 Infowars 1950426313764497493.html
California opens places of worship, in-store retail businesses -health officials

25 May 19:56 1 article

California opens places of worship, in-store retail businesses -health officials

California retail with in-store shopping and places of worship that were closed under one of the most restrictive coronavirus containment rules in the United States may now open, health authorities announced on Monday.

25 May 19:56 Financial Post 2379081491752182511.html
The white ‘dancing horses’ of Vienna

25 May 19:44 1 article

The white ‘dancing horses’ of Vienna

As World War II drew to a bloody close in the spring of 1945, one last desperate mission was launched – to rescue an unusual and precious band of prisoners on the Czechoslovakia-German border.

25 May 19:44 Daily Maverick 2373996789348117438.html
Makhanda residents without water again as treatment works fail

25 May 19:28 1 article

Makhanda residents without water again as treatment works fail

Makhanda has suffered a second big water outage in a month as the town’s waterworks failed. Some areas have been without water for five days now. This comes after countless efforts and millions of rands have been spent to fix the waterworks.

25 May 19:28 Daily Maverick 2373996788537770991.html
Israeli leader vows to push ahead with annexing West Bank

25 May 19:02 1 article

Israeli leader vows to push ahead with annexing West Bank

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday pledged to annex parts of the occupied West Bank in the coming months, vowing to move ahead with the explosive plan despite a growing chorus of condemnations by key allies.

25 May 19:02 CTVNews 2422791597150344267.html
The CDC Have Issued A Warning About "Aggressive" Rats As Lockdown Leads To Hangry Rodents

25 May 19:22 1 article

The CDC Have Issued A Warning About "Aggressive" Rats As Lockdown Leads To Hangry Rodents

As lockdown measures continue to keep people from the streets, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about “an increase

25 May 19:22 IFLScience 242791750024767013.html
SA Express liquidators seek more powers for asset sales to free up cash

25 May 19:18 1 article

SA Express liquidators seek more powers for asset sales to free up cash

Liquidators might launch a court application for the extension of their powers so they can sell SA Express assets, cancel aircraft leases and solicit or assess bids for the airline by potential buyers. The powers would enable them to free up cash to pay the airline’s creditors, who are owed more than R2.5bn.

25 May 19:18 Daily Maverick 2373996788191976361.html
COVID-19: Dubai Police adjust radars in line with new coronavirus restriction hours

25 May 19:22 1 article

COVID-19: Dubai Police adjust radars in line with new coronavirus restriction hours

Step comes after announcement of the reopening business activities in emirate

25 May 19:22 Gulf News 2086521544261571612.html
McKenzie saddened by passing of former May Pen mayor

25 May 19:01 1 article

McKenzie saddened by passing of former May Pen mayor

Minister of Local Government and Community Development Desmond McKenzie has expressed sadness at the passing of former Mayor of May Pen and Councillor for the Mineral Heights Division Milton Brown. Brown died today after a battle with cancer....

25 May 19:01 The Gleaner 1215260529268860638.html
Man dies after workplace accident in Auckland

25 May 19:20 1 article

Man dies after workplace accident in Auckland

Emergency services were called to an address on Unity Dr at 7:35pm on Monday.

25 May 19:20 Newshub 2131266985639019344.html
Some Americans Haven’t Seen Or Touched Another Person In 3 Months Due To The Coronavirus Pandemic

25 May 19:36 1 article

Some Americans Haven’t Seen Or Touched Another Person In 3 Months Due To The Coronavirus Pandemic

‘We are not meant to be alone,’ says a psychology professor. Some Americans have gone as long as three months without having direct, face-to-face contact with another person due to the ...

25 May 19:36 The Inquisitr 1745625231395094105.html
Sanwo-Olu to mark one year in office with projects inauguration  

25 May 19:43 1 article

Sanwo-Olu to mark one year in office with projects inauguration  

 By Oziegbe Okoeki Lagos State Government has lined up a-week long programme to commemorate Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s one year in office. He was sworn in on May 29, 2019. To commemorate the event, a number of programmes have been slated, starting with an address by the governor. During the week-long ceremonies, Governor Sanwo-Olu will embark […]

25 May 19:43 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900131250002.html
New emissions blow for Volkswagen as German court backs damages claims

25 May 19:26 1 article

New emissions blow for Volkswagen as German court backs damages claims

US authorities banned the affected cars after the cheat software was discovered, triggering claims for compensation.

25 May 19:26 Business-Standard 1502508924619287872.html
Dust, thunderstorms likely in several parts of north India on May 29: IMD

25 May 19:33 1 article

Dust, thunderstorms likely in several parts of north India on May 29: IMD

Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh have been experiencing blistering heat for days with temperatures soaring over 45 degrees Celsius in some places.

25 May 19:33 Business-Standard 1502508926234810851.html
Devastated son demands answers after care firm transfers two residents ‘with Covid symptoms’ from one home with 15 deaths to another that was ‘clear’ of the virus before death of his mother, 81, from bug

25 May 19:37 1 article

Devastated son demands answers after care firm transfers two residents ‘with Covid symptoms’ from one home with 15 deaths to another that was ‘clear’ of the virus before death of his mother, 81, from bug

Gary Williamson's mother Sylvia, 81, died at Kenton Manor care home, Newcastle, on May 17. Kenton Manor is on the same site as care home Kenton Hall. Both are run by Solehawk.

25 May 19:37 Mail Online 124328112084289425.html
Amphan damages nearly 3 lakh hectares of farmland in Bengal

25 May 19:19 1 article

Amphan damages nearly 3 lakh hectares of farmland in Bengal

Cyclone Ampan has dealt a severe blow to the agriculture sector in West Bengal. The storm damaged nearly 3 lakh hectares of farmland in the state. Bengal is now staring at a huge financial loss in

25 May 19:19 Deccan Herald 2027555796954395862.html
Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 'bloody' poll

25 May 19:26 1 article

Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 'bloody' poll

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has released N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities in Abonema...

25 May 19:26 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900654227843.html
Fed govt hands off Bash Ali’s never-ending fight - The Nation Nigeria

25 May 19:38 1 article

Fed govt hands off Bash Ali’s never-ending fight - The Nation Nigeria

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Youth and Sports development, has distanced itself from any involvement in the novelty boxing match...

25 May 19:38 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900196226277.html
Two die in separate incidents on Cornish coast

25 May 19:24 1 article

Two die in separate incidents on Cornish coast

Teenage girl died after boat overturned in Wadebridge, and man died in Treyarnon Bay

25 May 19:24 the Guardian 1491978795075711274.html
PM Imran, Abu Dhabi crown prince discuss Covid-19 pandemic, debt relief

25 May 19:18 1 article

PM Imran, Abu Dhabi crown prince discuss Covid-19 pandemic, debt relief

Premie­r thanks UAE prince for pardon­ing Pakist­ani prison­ers and repatr­iation of citize­ns

25 May 19:18 The Express Tribune 1105816787048855669.html
I’m innocent, says man accused of defiling his two daughters

25 May 19:19 1 article

I’m innocent, says man accused of defiling his two daughters

Femi Onifade, a 48-year old man who was accused of defiling two of his daughters aged between six and nine has denied having carnal knowledge of them...

25 May 19:19 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900964205284.html
How Samoa has recorded NO Covid-19 cases with the help of a beauty queen who assisted in the Pacific Island's fight against an unprecedented measles outbreak

25 May 19:41 1 article

How Samoa has recorded NO Covid-19 cases with the help of a beauty queen who assisted in the Pacific Island's fight against an unprecedented measles outbreak

When Fono McFarland-Seumanu began her reign, her country was plunged into a deadly outbreak of measles which killed 83 Samoans - mostly babies - and struck almost 6,000 people.

25 May 19:41 Mail Online 124328112678078618.html
Kentucky lockdown protesters condemned for hanging effigy of governor from tree

25 May 19:30 1 article

Kentucky lockdown protesters condemned for hanging effigy of governor from tree

Incident at conservative rally draws backlash from Democrats and Republicans

25 May 19:30 the Guardian 1491978795371642197.html
Plane crash: Mohamed bin Zayed offers condolences to Pakistan PM Imran Khan

25 May 19:15 1 article

Plane crash: Mohamed bin Zayed offers condolences to Pakistan PM Imran Khan

The leaders also discussed bilateral relations

25 May 19:15 Gulf News 2086521545636508418.html
Man dead after drowning at Lake Meredith over weekend

25 May 19:50 1 article

Man dead after drowning at Lake Meredith over weekend

One man is dead after he drowned at Lake Meredith Saturday evening.

25 May 19:50 NewsChannel 10 1537185524852816594.html
Kerala man admitted to hospital after jackfruit fell on head tests COVID-19 positive

25 May 19:20 1 article

Kerala man admitted to hospital after jackfruit fell on head tests COVID-19 positive

Kerala Coronavirus, Kerala Covid19 Cases: Five people have died due to coronavirus in Kerala and over 95,000 are under observation. The total tally of Covid cases is 847.

25 May 19:20 The Financial Express 1288289581096709230.html
Labour law suspension: Uphold India’s international commitments, ILO expresses deep concerns to PM Modi

25 May 19:45 1 article

Labour law suspension: Uphold India’s international commitments, ILO expresses deep concerns to PM Modi

The ILO's intervention came after ten central trade unions escalated the issue of suspension and tweaking of labour laws with the international body through a letter on May 14, 2020. 

25 May 19:45 The Financial Express 1288289581577970480.html
How not to police a pandemic - The Nation Nigeria

25 May 19:52 1 article

How not to police a pandemic - The Nation Nigeria

As soon as the COVID-19 pandemic was announced and its widespread implications made public, everyone including governments around the world...

25 May 19:52 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901122285147.html
French nursing homes employees take to streets in protest

25 May 19:52 1 article

French nursing homes employees take to streets in protest

Facing anger from healthcare workers, President Emmanuel Macron promised a "massive" investment plan for France's public health sector.

25 May 19:52 Brisbane Times 2314609338432441062.html
Moment Brazilian president who once described COVID-19 as a 'little flu' is called a 'murderer' and jeered at as he ate a hotdog outside his secretary general's home

25 May 19:22 1 article

Moment Brazilian president who once described COVID-19 as a 'little flu' is called a 'murderer' and jeered at as he ate a hotdog outside his secretary general's home

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was jeered Saturday night in Brasilia when he ate a hot dog and posed for a photograph with a young girl despite not wearing a face mask.  

25 May 19:22 Mail Online 124328111557645440.html
Man gives wife money to spend in jail after plotting with ‘side guy’ to kill him

25 May 19:28 1 article

Man gives wife money to spend in jail after plotting with ‘side guy’ to kill him

Despite allegedly plotting with her side lover to kill him, a Ghanaian man has given his wife money to spend in jail. The 55-year-old husband of the woman, who allegedly plotted with her lover to have

25 May 19:28 LailasNews.com 2090029849563381024.html