Marine species are outpacing terrestrial species in the race against global warming

Global warming is causing species to search for more temperate environments in which to migrate to, but it is marine species -- according to the latest results of a Franco-American study mainly involving scientists from the CNRS, Ifremer, the Université Toulouse III-Paul Sabatier and the University of Picardy Jules Verne -- that are leading the way by moving up to six times faster towards the poles than their terrestrial congeners.

Prosecutors receive complaint about NGO that said there is a “non-Greek side” to Lesvos

The North Aegean Region is filing a complaint with the Prosecutor's Office against a group of asylum seekers that has formed a Non-Government Organisation on

Off the News: Six feet of safety during hurricane | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

For once, most people already have much of their hurricane emergency kit in place — including the additions of masks and hand sanitizers.

Toyota prepping for gradual re-start in Mexico: spokesman

Toyota prepping for gradual re-start in Mexico: spokesman

Coronavirus in Mira-Bhayandar: List of COVID-19 containment zones shared MBMC on May 25

Mumbai reported 1,725 new COVID-19 positive cases on Sunday, taking the number of cases so far to 30,359.

Predator-Free Author Blasts DoC Bureaucrats

A conservationist and one of the instigators of Predator-Free New Zealand has blasted a national conservation organisation Forest and Bird and the Department of Conservation for creating a “tapestry of theft and deception” to sabotage the original concept while setting up their own “poisonous projects” using the original name. There was one major difference, the pirated project contained the use of poison, e.g. 1080, which the original scheme did not.

Mumbai: NCP chief Sharad Pawar meets Maharashtra Governor

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) President Sharad Pawar on Monday called on Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari at Raj Bhavan here.

In Pics: People celebrate Eid amid coronavirus lockdown

Maharashtra is witnessing a spike in COVID-19 cases with each passing day. As per reports by the state health department, the total number of cases in Maharashtra now stands at 50,231. The state recorded 3041 new cases while 58 people succumbed to the infection on Sunday. Amid the lockdown, people celebrated the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr. Here are some of the pictures of Eid celebrations from Antop Hill and Dharavi...

Why Did Noon Used to Mean 3 p.m.?

We don’t know exactly when or why noon began to refer to 12 p.m., but it could have something to do with hungry monks.

BREAKING: 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...

Blessed Assurance: Ravi Zacharias — master of modern Christian Apologetics (1946-2020)

No matter which way history may slice the merits of the case made by Ravi Zacharias for the Christian faith, his contribution to the field of Christian Apologetics will be uncontested. Zacharias, who died on 19 May 2020, was the greatest evangelist of our time.

Queenstown search after 'driver flees'

Police are looking for a driver in Queenstown this evening after they attempted to stop a vehicle. A police media spokeswoman said officers ...

FALSE: ECQ extended until June 15, 2020

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

Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank

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

Wheat procurement by govt agencies surpassed last year's figures

It surpasses last year's total by about 25,000 tons.

Vendors evicted from Mulungu landing site

The increased water levels in Lake Victoria left the market submerged, posing a health challenge to traders.

BBMP receives 150 tree fall complaints after rains lash Bengaluru

Officials suspect nearly 50 trees may have been toppled

EXCLUSIVE: Lord Jamar on Cameraman in Ahmaud Arbery Case Using "Village Idiot" Defense

Part 1: Lord Jamar Says He Doesn't Respect Vlad's Viewpoint on Coronavirus

‘Digital India’ Provides Hope For Poor And Developing Nations: Commonwealth S-G

"India is developing these things at scale and at a cost which looks accessible to so many. That brings hope."

Shops to remain open till 6 pm from Wed

SHILLONG:  The East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner has informed that the listed retail shops, ration shops and others will remain open in Shillong urban agglomeration from May 27 to 30 from 9 am to 6 pm.The number of selected shops has been substant

Eid Mubarak!

A Muslim family prays at home on Sunday.

To clean parks

Mayor of Kingston Senator Delroy Williams (left); Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and ...

Family’s calls kept them going

Three guest workers survive on biscuits and water and cycle away non-stop to reach home There were times in their journey when they wanted to give up, but then a call from their family would give them.

Anas, Akufo-Addo named among top 50 Africa disruptors for 2020

Ace Ghanaian investigative journalist, Anas Aremeyaw Anas, has been named among top 50 Africans who are ‘shaking up the status quo’ on the continent.

War memorial in Pittsburgh vandalized on Memorial Day eve

Authorities in western Pennsylvania are investigating vandalism of a Pittsburgh war memorial on the eve of Memorial Day.

Weekend Revival: Data shows Bangkok swinging back into action

Every day been feeling the same Good news: The weekend returned to Bangkok as life poured into its streets, bringing a return of activity – and traffic By foot and behind the wheel, people were on the move at levels not seen since early March,...

Most Celebrities Are Broke Because The Industry Doesn’t Pay – Master Richard

Ghanaian actor, Mikki Osei Berko, otherwise known as Master Richard, has revealed how broke most Ghanaian celebrities are.

COVID-19: Anambra, Delta hold talks to check movement on Niger Bridge

 The Anambra and Delta Governments are currently holding talks to check the influx of people, seeking to cross the Niger Bri

Business excellence noms

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

King Salman Urges Determination, Positivity in Overcoming Hardship

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz stated on Sunday that he sees “hope in the coming days,” urging “determination and positivity in overcoming all hardship.” In a tweet on the occasion of the Eid al-Fitr holiday, he thanked G

Former Imo Broadcasting Corporation Director General Stabs Wife To Death

Okere, who is 86-year old, was said to have stabbed his wife to death on Monday morning.

Parrot who 'heard victim's last words' to give evidence at trial of men who 'raped and beat woman to death'

Miguel Saturnino Rolon, 51, and Jorge Raul Alvarez, 62, will go on trial in Argentina this year accused of the murder of 46-year-old Elizabeth Toledo - facing evidence given by her parrot.

Aidilfitri sermon: Don’t make a joke out of the use of staff during sermons, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Minister in the Prime Minister’ Department (Religious Affairs) Senator Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri today advised Muslims not to joke about the use of the staff while delivering a sermon, which has gone viral on social media. He was commenting on the actions...

Massive fire breaks out in Apoorti market godown

Grocery goods and general goods turned into ashes after a massive fire broke out at godown of Apoorti Super market at Govindpura Industrial area in the morning on Sunday. The godown of Apoorti Super market was gutted in fire due to short circuit borne fire in the early morning hours and locals

Clijsters determined to press on with comeback

Kim Clijsters is looking forward to returning to the US Open even though the coronavirus pandemic means that since her second comeback from retirement she has spent more time with her family. “I’m still motivated,” the four-time Grand Slam winner told a Belgium newspaper on Sunday.

WATCH: Trump Campaign Hits Back at Biden's Racist Takes In a New Ad

Former Vice President Joe Biden put his foot in his mouth when he told Charlamagne tha God that African Americans who decide to support President Donald Trump "ain't black." The Trump re-election campaign used the opportunity to highlight the numerous instances the former veep lied to blacks as a means of pandering.

LPG filling station approved

Councillors approved a planning application to convert a vacant car sales yard into a liquid petroleum gas filling station.

Salman Khan donates 5,000 ‘Eid kits’

In the last few days, the actor, through his initiative Being Haangryy, distributed 5,000 Eid kits, which consist of milk, ghee, vermicelli and dry fruits.

Film-maker captures dust storm enveloping Western Australia beach – video

A blaze of red dust covers a beach in Geraldton as ex-Tropical Cyclone Mangga batters the southern part of WA

Woman falls to death from fourth floor of building in Sharjah

Handbag besides body suggests woman was trying to escape

Russian mediation reopens major highway in NE Syria

Turkish troops and allied Syrian fighters captured parts of the highway known as M4 in October, when Ankara invaded northeastern Syria to drive away Syrian Kurdish fighters.

Fresh air will be a hot amenity in reopened offices — if companies can afford it

Not long ago, office landlords competed for tenants by advertising spacious roof decks and fancy exercise rooms.

PM Modi speaks with Sheikh Hasina, greets Bangladesh on occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke on phone with Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and conveyed greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr.

Warning to drivers about wild deer crossing Kildare motorway

Kildare Gardaí have warned road users to be wary of deer crossing motorways such as the M9 in recent days. Officers said there has been at least two collisions with vehicles involving the anima...

Coronavirus: Black Stars Square totally empty on Eid-ul-Fitr celebration

The Independence Square in Accra, where the National Chief Imam, His Eminence Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has over the years led Muslims to offer Eid prayers was empty today, even though the 2020 Eid-ul-Fitr celebration was observed.

Serious workplace incident on Auckland's North Shore

Emergency services have been called to reports of serious injuries.

From the Archives, 1971: Qantas pays $500,000 ransom in mid-air bomb hoax

In 1971, Qantas paid a $500,000 ransom when the mysterious "Mr Brown" threatened to destroy a Boeing 707 jet carrying 128 people from Sydney to Hong Kong.

B'swar under-construction river bridge caves in

The residents of Baleswar besides questioning the quality of work of an under construction bridge that caved in the Budhabalanga river also demanded a probe into incident that occurred last evening. A centering portion of the bridge on the river caved in like packs of cards. The passersby

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

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

Lake Burley Griffin gets $3 million in improvements

After half a century, Canberra's iconic lake will receive a $3 million improvement.

Watch now: Memorial Day ceremony in Buffalo

Ventura Colon, president of the Western New York Hispanic American Veterans Memorial, speaks during a ceremony to commemorate Memorial Da...

Top LGBT leader vows to stop Rev. Ruben Diaz Sr.’s bid for Congress

The head of the nation’s top LGBT rights group is trying to stop conservative Rev. Ruben Diaz Sr. — a Bronx councilman known for his anti-gay stances — from getting elected to

Kwara appoints Adewumi as KWASU’s Chancellor - The Nation

The Governor of Kwara, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has approved the appointment of Dr Thomas Adewumi, a renowned educationist, as the..

COVID-19 pandemic uniting Canadians like no other event in decades

A new study by researchers from McGill University and the University of Toronto finds a cross-partisan consensus on battling COVID-19 in Canada.

Thailand plans fruit festival in eight Chinese cities

(Nation/ANN)----A Thailand Fruit Golden Months Festival will be organised in eight cities in China as local governments have started easing lockdown measures. Department of International Trade Promotion director-general Somdet Susomboon said on Saturday (May 23) that the festival will promote Thai fruits. “The campaign aims to increase the export of durian, mangosteen, longan, coconut, mango, rose apple, pomelo and banana,” he said. “China will host the festival from May to July in Shanghai, Qingdao, Nanning, Chengdu, Chongqing, Xian, Xiamen and Kunming.

With over 1.38 lakh cases, India now among top 10 worst-hit countries

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

Poachers Killed One of the Rarest Birds in Bulgaria

Attempts have been made in Bulgaria for several years to restore the bird population. The killed vulture, named "Ultron", was donated to Bulgaria by a Belgian zoo.

Eid in lockdown: Jama Masjid to remain closed for devotees

In the presence of existing restrictions, the usual hustle-bustle seen during Eid is missing in markets.People in Ranchi said that they will celebrate Eid keeping in mind all lockdown guidelines and norms

Addiction centre concern at drop in people seeking help in lockdown

ONE of Northern Ireland’s main addiction treatment centres has voiced concerns at a massive drop-off in the numbers of people seeking help - despite a huge rise in alcohol sales.

Jet Airways offers two Boeing aircraft for evacuating Indians stranded overseas

A copy of the letter has also been marked to Civil Aviation Secretary Pradeep Singh Kharola, aviation regulator DGCA's chief Arun Kumar and State Bank of India Chairman Rajnish Kumar.

Number of overseas Filipinos with coronavirus reaches 2,617

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

Japan gives up approving Avigan for COVID-19 treatment by end-May -Kyodo

TOKYO — The Japanese government has given up on approving Fujifilm Holdings Corp’s Avigan drug for the treatment of COVID-19 by the end of May, Kyodo News reported late on Monday.

Korea to introduce major change to resident ID card system

South Korea’s mandatory ID card system is set to remove information about the region of issuance from October, the Ministry of Interior and Safety said Monday. All Koreans are assigned a 13-digit resident registration number in their ID cards. Currently, four digits are used to indicate the place of issuance. The Interior Ministry said Monday the four digits, from eighth to eleventh, will be replaced by arb...

Haiti's Yves Jean-Bart suspended for 90 days by Fifa over sexual abuse claims

Fifa has provisionally suspended Yves Jean-Bart pending an investigation into claims the president of the Haiti Football Federation sexually abused young female footballers at the country’s national training centre

KTR extends aid to differently-abled

IT and Municipal Administration Minister, KTR once again displayed his compassionate side on Sunday, when he extended financial support to a physically challenged person.

Distancing in PUVs

This public utility vehicle (PUV) traveling along the Emilio Aguinaldo Highway in Imus, Cavite on Friday, May 22, has adapted to the government’s physical distancing requirement. Buses, jeepneys, and other modes of transportation are required to halve their passengers so that physical distancing could be maintained to prevent the spread of Covid-19 among passengers. 

Ex-Independent Counsel Robert Ray predicts prosecutions from Durham probe: 'Political scandal of the highest order'

Former Whitewater prosecutor Robert Ray said Sunday that the investigation by Connecticut U.S. Attorney John Durham into the origins of the Russia investigation will likely result in indictments of bureau officials as new information continues to emerge.

WATCH: Acting Binga District Development Coordinator manhandles journalist

A drunken acting Binga District Development Coordinator Farai Marinyane harassing journalists on Saturday in Binga. He missed an event and sent a representative...

Ministers vs chief secy row: Amarinder hosts Manpreet, Channi

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

Coroner warns more babies could die after one-year-old girl was strangled to death by blind cord next to her cot

Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became caught in the looped cable at her parents' home in Hackney, North London. Pictured is an example of a looped cable.

Wife, children kill Ludhiana man after he attempts to rape stepdaughter, booked for murder

A woman in Ludhiana killed her husband with help from her children after he re-attempted to rape his 15-year-old stepdaughter.

Russia seeking 18-year sentence for alleged US spy Paul Whelan - Foreign Affairs

Ex-US Marine Paul Whelan was arrested 18 months ago, continues to protest his innocence.

Las Vegas barbershops offer free haircuts, photos for 2020 grads

To celebrate 2020 graduates, Las Vegas Valley barbershops gave out free haircuts and professional photos to high school seniors, fifth graders and kindergartners Sunday.

Council bosses still deciding fate of bonfire displays in Black Country

Council bosses are still deciding over whether bonfires will go ahead in the Black Country.

Gantz: I have full confidence in the legal system - Inside Israel

Gantz comments on Netanyahu's trial: He is presumed innocent, I'm sure he will receive a fair trial.

Maharashtra: For weary migrants taking train home, a free meal & bottled water

Since May 13, when they began with providing packed meals to passengers on board six or seven trains, they have clocked more than one lakh meals in total for those boarding the trains alone.

Where is Piers Morgan on Good Morning Britain?

Viewers tuning in to the ITV show today may be a little surprised

3rd batch of US locomotive to arrive Alexandria in June

The third batch of 20 U.S. locomotive will arrive at Alexandria Port after Eid al-Fitr vacation, at the beginning of June.

Korea's consumer sentiment improves in May on eased virus concerns

South Korea's consumer sentiment slightly rebounded in May, central bank data showed Tuesday, apparently on a sharp decline in the number of new COVID-19 infection cases here. The country's composite consumer sentiment index (CCSI) came to 77.6 in the month, up 6.8 points from a month earlier when the index dropped to the lowest level since December 2008, according to the data from the Bank of Korea (BOK). A readin...

17 Beaches on the Black Sea Coast in Bulgaria Will Be Free This Summer

A total of 17 beaches on the Black Sea coast will have free umbrellas and sunbeds. This was announced by the Minister of Tourism Nikolina Angelkova in Sunny Beach.

IRCTC special trains: Passengers note new ticket booking, RAC, waitlisting rules for 15 pairs of AC specials

From the existing 7 days, the Advance Reservation Period (ARP) of these Special AC trains will be increased to 30 days. For these Special AC trains, there will be no Tatkal booking facility.

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.

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

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

NSW weather: huge swells and high winds batter beaches across Sydney – video

Large swells and high winds have left beaches across Sydney's east empty as a low pressure system remains across eastern Australia

Aaditya Thackeray says state govt may ease restrictions in staggered manner from May 31

Maharashtra Minister Aaditya Thackeray on Sunday said that the state government might ease restrictions in a staggered manner from May 31.

Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Activists Jailed for 'Not Made in China' Masks

Hong Kong Customs arrested a member of a local pro-democracy group for allegedly violating a trade descriptions ordinance.

The razor’s edge

Sir, – Looking at pictures of celebrities in the public eye, I am struck by the large numbers who are unshaven.

Slain Army private’s son calls on SF to acknowledge act of murder

Mary Lou McDonald’s backing of IRA campaign ‘retraumatising’, David Kelly says

These three women from Guinea-Bissau became the first black women in Portugal’s parliament

The three black women who made it to parliament were all activists who promised to fight inequality and racism during their campaigns.

Asifabad farmer to present apples to CM KCR

It may be recalled that CM KCR invited Balaji for a meeting after being impressed by latter's brave decision to grow the fruits a few weeks back.

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:59 p.m. ET on May 25, 2020: There are 85,711 confirmed and presumptive cases in Canada.

1,741 Myanmar workers re-enter from Thailand via Friendship Bridge No (2) in two days

Under bilateral cooperation, 1,741 Myanmar workers have reentered the country over the past two days through Myawady-Mae Sot Friendship Bridge No (2) during the Covid-19 emergency period.  Of the total, 603 returned on May 23 and 1,128 on May 24. Of them, 552 returned under the arrangement of the Myanmar embassy in Thailand and 1,189 under their own arrangement.  Those who returned under their own arrangements complained about overcharges of transport and temporary detention on the route.

His Majesty exchanges Eid greetings with Turkish President, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince

His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik exchanged Eid Al-Fitr Greetings with Turkish President as well as Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince

Indian Gives Cold Bath to Venomous King Cobra to Beat the Heat – Video

Not only humans, even reptiles are bearing the brunt of the extremely hot climate in parts of India. A video of a man showering a cobra, a highly poisonous snake, has...

China plans missions along India border with first plateau-focused unmanned helicopter: Report

China is likely to deploy its first plateau-focused unmanned helicopter along the Indian border. The helicopter is capable of conducting reconnaissance missions and electronic disruption at high altitudes.

INEC lawfully de-registered National Unity Party, court holds

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has held that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) lawfully de-registered the National Unity...

Young people form NGO to inspire other youth

MANDEVILLE, Manchester — Aspirar JA, a non-governmental organisation based in Manch...

Imo: PDP assistance financial secretary resigns - The Nation Nigeria

The state Assistant Financial Secretary, of the Imo State Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Maximian Okedu, on Monday resigned his position...

Mogale City workers protest over lack of PPEs and non-payment

It is understood the workers were promised COVID-19 compensation fund and overtime payments, which were due on Monday.

Ghana close to easing virus restrictions

The country banned social gatherings on March 15.

Concerns raised about lack of All-Ireland approach to Covid-19

A COUNCILLOR diagnosed with Covid-19 has voiced concern about the difference in approach to the crisis on both sides of the border.

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

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

Five held in Mancherial for selling spurious cotton seed

A farmer belonging to Guntur and four others were arrested for allegedly selling spurious cotton seed in Bellampalli on Sunday evening.

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

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

'What on earth is THAT?' Baffled onlookers say a 'black ring' UFO darted over the skies of famous hippy town for 40 MINUTES

Locals from Nimbin in far north New South Wales reported a mysterious black ring hovering in the sky on Wednesday afternoon.

'Not sure if giving my opinion on football warrants me being called a black c*** and a n*****': Former Sheffield United star Curtis Woodhouse reveals vile racist abuse he received online, just weeks after Ian Wright received similar messages

The ex-professional footballer turned boxer took to Twitter on Monday to show the vile abuse he received by posting screenshots of a comment that said: 'Black c*** f*** off'.

George P. Bush honoring fallen heroes with virtual Memorial Day ceremony

Along with Bush, Admiral William McRaven will honor men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Benjamin Spencer becomes the first Black dean of America’s oldest law school

A. Benjamin Spencer has made history by becoming the new dean of the oldest law school in America—The William & Mary Law School.

All you wanted to know about tax deductions in times of Covid

Only employer can decide to cut TDS later in the year

Former May Pen mayor Milton Brown has died

Former Mayor of May Pen and councillor for the Mineral Heights division in Clarendon Milton Brown died early Monday morning. Brown had been ill the past few months. He also suffered a massive stroke. Mayor of May Pen Winston...

Deportees from Kuwait tested negative for the coronavirus – Aviation Minister

Joseph Kofi Adda, the Aviation Minister, has disclosed that the deportees from Kuwait on Saturday tested negative for the novel Coronavirus.

The Warehouse is selling Easter chocolate for just 1 cent

Time to get 100 Easter eggs for just $1.

Earthquake strikes near New Zealand capital, no immediate damage reported

WELLINGTON: A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital Wellington on Monday (May 25), but there were no immediate reports of damage.

PSNI 'extremely concerned' for missing woman Alwyn O'Brien last seen in Lisburn

Anyone who can help is asked to contact the police

The tobacco firm that is still making a mint from menthol cigarettes: Bosses are accused of sidestepping ban aimed at stopping children smoking

Mint-flavoured cigarettes, which make up around one in four sales, were banned in Britain last Wednesday amid concerns they were luring young people. JTI launched its new range on the same day.

GPRN/NSCN reacts to tax demand charge

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

How identity-driven conflicts fuel Ethiopia's incendiary social media rhetoric

Unity Park aimed to tell the story of all Ethiopians and celebrate the country’s diversity. But social media revealed politicized, nationalistic reactions along ethnic lines: Amhara and Oromo.

Ragini Dwivedi reaches out to corona warriors

Ragini Dwivedi has been busy during the lockdown.

Japan lifts state of emergency in Tokyo; global cases near 5.5M

May 25 (UPI) -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday lifted a state of emergency in Tokyo as the rate of new cases declined.

Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency as it lifts restrictions in last areas including Tokyo

Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency as it lifts restrictions in last areas including Tokyo.

Coronavirus: Lyon president writes letter to government calling for season to resume

Jean-Michel Aulas is adamant it is not too late for the Ligue 1 season to resume a month after it was officially cancelled.

371.67 lakh quintals of sugarcane procured in Hry

Haryana Cooperation Minister Banwari Lal on Sunday said that in the current crushing season 2019-20, all ten cooperative sugar mills of the state have procured 371.67 lakh quintals of sugarcane by May 21. The procurement is made after spending an amount of Rs 1262.54 crore, for which the payment

Simon Cowell opens on future of America's Got Talent after string of set backs

The hit show was scheduled to start filming its milestone 15th series this year before the coronavirus pandemic put a stop to filming

Deaths

EDMOND Altes, Lillian D.: 98, died May 23. Graveside services 2 p.m. Thursday, Bethany Cemetery; services will also be live webcast at www.mercer-adams.com (Mercer-Adams, Bethany). Jackson, Melva: 76, legal secretary, died May 22. No services (Matthews, Edmond). HENNESSEY Enix, Richard: 67, died May 21. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday, First Christian Church (Cordry-Gritz, Hennessey). OKLAHOMA CITY Bell, Joanne: 93, died May 21. Visitation will be 1-8 p.m. Monday; no services (Memorial Park, Oklahoma City). Brock, Tommie Ford: 70, Tinker Air Force Base civil service supply manager, died May 23. No services (Barnes Friederich, Midwest City). Freeman, Jack Russell: 94, died May 20.

Ukraine reports 12 enemy attacks in Donbas on May 24

According to intelligence data, two members of Russia-led forces were killed and another two were wounded on May 24.

What A Trans-Tasman ‘Bubble’ Could Look Like For Australia And New Zealand

As New Zealand continues its efforts to eradicate Covid-19 and move closer to alert level 1, Australia and other Pacific island nations are being considered for a Trans-Tasman travel "bubble." Here's what that might look like.

Two trucks crash at petrol station in Warrenheip

Two trucks have crashed in a serious incident at Warrenheip, with one truck careering into a petrol bowser.

Former British & Irish Lion named as interim chairman of Scottish Rugby

Last month it was announced that Colin Grassie would vacate his positions as chairman and non-executive director at the August 15 AGM.

TN govt’s new instructions to hospitals

Tamilnadu Chief Secretary K Shanmugam has instructed District Collectors to ensure that a separate pathway is made at Public Health Centres to transport those with coronavirus symptoms. Continue Reading →

Instant Karma: Ill-Treated Buffalo Takes Perfect Revenge on Joyriding Youngsters - Video

New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been under a national lockdown since 25 March and all public and private vehicles, except for emergency services, are off the roads....

WATCH: Chiwenga attacks Star FM

Controversial Harare preacher Talent Chiwenga has thrown a jibe at radio station Star FM after the radio station hosted a talk show which insinuated that he was...

Lacklustre Eid at the box office for Pakistani cinema

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

I Was At The Airport To Receive Medical Supplies, Not Chinese Medical Experts - Health Minister

There was confusion on the whereabouts of the team after Ehanire told reporters that he preferred not to be asked where they were.

Police Flips Senior Crime Boss, Exposes Drugs, Weapons Smuggling Network, 60 Arrested

"Israel Police works on behalf of the Arab public as they do for every citizen in the land."

Okowa not chairman NEC sub-committee on COVID-19 economic growth – DTSG

Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, has debunked media reports that the governor has been appointed

The leader in distance learning and research 

Massey University which was established in 1927 is the only university in New Zealand which offers a degree in Aviation, Dispute Resolution, Veterinary Medicine and Nanoscience. 

Two-year-old child plunges 15ft onto a busy beach sparking major rescue operation

The girl fell from the walkway above Meadfoot beach in Torquay onto the ground below at around lunchtime today.

IBK fined $86m in US over mishandling anti-money laundering program

State-run lender Industrial Bank of Korea and its New York branch have been fined $86 million by the Attorney General’s Office for allegedly failing to manage their anti-money laundering program, documents and local reports showed Monday. The bank’s apparent decision to delay the upgrade of the program for nearly a decade, eventually led to its failure to detect transactions that violated US sanctions ag...

12 charged in St Thomas for breaching public gathering ban

Twelve people were arrested and charged on Saturday in Bull Bay, St Thomas for breaching the ban on public gatherings. They were held at a party which, according to the police, had about 60 patrons. There is a ban on public gatherings of more than...

Organization Russian Grand Prix wants to organize first race with public

After Japan, Russia is now also letting us know that it would like to organize a Grand Prix with an audience. Where the first races in Europe are still without an audience, Russia wants to organize a race with an audience.

An employee who mortgaged his owner’s hotel gets bail

UK pop star, Tony Hadley, comes to the rescue in Singapore quiz row

A Singapore quiz contestant has been handed a cash prize following a row with a radio station over his pronunciation of Spandau Ballet star Tony Hadley's name -- after the singer intervened.

Saudi crown prince says COVID-19 will pass

RIYADH: The General Authority for Zakat and Tax (GAZT) has implemented an extensive inspection campaign to shops in the retail sector, the Saudi Press Agency reported. It aims to ensure the commitment of shop owners to the value-added tax (VAT) system and the implementation of its regulations, and the non-implementation of the tax’s updated value before schedule.

Hundreds of Gold Coast homes experiencing power outage

Hundreds of Gold Coast homes are without power this morning, after an outage towards the southern end of the coast. Over 1,300 residences have been affected, across the suburbs of Burleigh Heads…

Medical supplies procurement ‘scam’: Shimla man who recorded audio clip that exposed wrongdoing questioned

In the 43-second audio clip, one person is heard talking about giving Rs 5 lakh to the other. According to the State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau, one person in the clip is Dr Gupta.

Indian teacher dies of COVID-19 in Abu Dhabi

A 50-year-old Indian teacher has died of coronavirus in the UAE, according to a media report.

Apology: 'Former envoy to Kenya Pindi Chana tour of duty ended December 2019'

The ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation has said former Tanzania High Commissioner to Kenya Dr Pindi Chana was replaced last week after ending her tour of duty.

Bushfire-hit areas in Australia showing signs of recovery

The bushfire crisis had a devastating impact on Australia's unique flora and fauna

ONO Entertainment unable to contact Limitless' Heeseok after he suddenly announces he left the group

Limitless' agency is currently looking into the status of member Heeseok after a recent social media announcement.On May 24 KST, Hee…

Malaysia and Singapore to continue coaction to beat Covid-19 pandemic, says republic's senior minister

SINGAPORE, May 25 — Being close neighbours, Singapore and Malaysia will continue working together in overcoming this difficult Covid-19 pandemic period, said the republic’s Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean. “The unique situation we are facing this year has reminded us of the closeness of our...

Kenya Tests Herbal Treatment

Kenya has stepped up efforts to find a local treatment for COVID-19. The Kenya Medical Research Institute, East Africa's leading medical research facility, is testing the efficacy of an herbal medicine known as Zedupex. Kenya itself has seen more than 1,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus disease

COA FS adhering to FDA directives; not engaging in any needless media war

COA FS Herbal Center, the producer of COA FS food supplement, has dissociated itself from some media reports suggesting that the product has been approved as cure for Covid-19.

Road work for the week of May 25

Timelines of projects are subject to change

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:59 p.m. ET on May 25, 2020:There are 85,711 confirmed and presumptive cases

In pictures | Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations amid unfamiliar times

Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations across India were a low-key affair as most of the faithful marked the culmination of the fasting month of Ramzan by offering thanksgiving prayers at home in view of the coronavirus-induced lockdown.

1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance

People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.

First transgender mayor elected in France

A trans woman, Marie Cau, has won election in her local commune to become France first openly transgender mayor. The business manager with a background in agricultural and sustainability was unanimously voted in as mayor by

1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance

People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.

NGOs being starved of funds

Almost all big donations are now being diverted to the PM CARES Fund, as it provides 100% tax exemption and companies’ contributions to the Fund qualify as CSR

Norwegian 5G auction winners include Funn and GlobalConnect as well as main 3 players

Norwegian communications regulator Nkom has announced the result of the auction that began on 06 May of 4,739 MHz of 5G spectrum. The frequencies were divided into 65 blocks in eight bands, namely low 10 GHz, high 10 GHz, 13 GHz, 18 GHz, 23 GHz, 28 GHz, 32 GHz and 38 GHz. The auction ran for 118 rounds and spectrum was awarded to the existing mobile operators Telenor, Telia and Ice, as well as the newcomers GlobalConnect/Broadnet and Funn, for a total of more than NOK 34 million. Acting spectrum division director Espen Slette said the variety of successful bidders will be beneficial in terms of competitiveness, expansion and resilience.

VisitEngland announces launch of virtual English Tourism Week

VisitEngland has announced that this year’s English Tourism Week to highlight the economic importance and value of tourism to local economies across England is going virtual. English Tourism Week is an annual celebration of the tourism industry, a week dedicated to showcasing England’s tourism offer. For this year’s event, being held from 25-31 May, VisitEngland and local destinations are asking MPs, local authorities, the UK Government and other stakeholders to shine the spotlight on the importance of tourism to the local,

Huawei obtains world's first CC EAL4+ security certificate for 5G products

Madrid-- Huawei, the global leading provider of ICT technologies, has won the world’s first Common Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level 4+ certificate for 5G products. This certificate indicates the security of Huawei 5G base station products reaches the world-leading level and can provide trusted security assurance for 5G wireless access.  CCN (Centro Criptologico National), a Spain certification authority, officially issued the certificate to Huawei 5900 Series 5G gNodeB software on May 20. The evaluation has been conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Spanish IT Security Evaluation and Certification Scheme, and the conclusions of the evaluation facility in the evaluation technical report are consistent with the evidence adduced, according to CCN.  CC certification is a widely recognized security certification in the world. There are seven levels. For EAL4+ or higher level, the source code needs to be tested and certified. EAL4 is “the highest level at which it is likely to be economically feasible…

New Balance's MTL575 Made in UK Is a Bold Nod to Harajuku

Inspired by Tokyo's '60s-era TVs and Japan's national flag.

Hungary's 2021 budget to contain nearly $9.3 bln anti-pandemic fund

BUDAPEST — Hungary’s 2021 budget will contain a nearly 3 trillion forint ($9.34 billion) anti-pandemic fund, Finance Minister Mihaly Varga said in a video posted on Facebook on Monday, adding that he would submit the budget to parliament on Tuesday.

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

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

Cos look within for new woman leaders

India Business News: Namrata.

Australian dollar to the moon as freedom dies

See the latest Australian dollar analysis here:

ITC to acquire spices maker Sunrise Foods

The company on May 23 entered into a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 100% of the equity share capital of Sunrise Foods Private Limited.

Bowers & Wilkins: Bonus Speakers With Home Cinema Bundles

Bowers & Wilkins is upgrading home cinema packages to 7.1 channels when a 5.1 channel speaker system is purchased, giving away two bonus speaker channels or a subwoofer with certain models. This high-value offer ends 30th June 2020.

Analysis: Smart grid facilitates grid flexibility and resilience

Change in electricity consumption patterns during lockdown has put grid resilience to the test but grid flexibility is currently coping with demand shifts.

Report: Billionaires Have Made $434 Billion During Coronavirus Pandemic

According to a recent report, American billionaires have enjoyed a huge boost in net worth in the first two months of the Chinese virus pandemic, earning around $434 billion since March 19, when many states went into lockdown.

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

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

The new rugby deal that puts more pressure on Super Rugby's future

Rugby's move towards a private-equity driven future has gathered pace with reports that CVC Capital Partners' splurge into the Pro14 will bring the concept of a club world cup closer to reality.

Coronavirus: Ninewells ward re-opened after Covid 19 closure

NHS Tayside has re-opened a haemotology ward at Ninewells Hospital to new admissions in the wake of a temporary closure due to Covid-19. Ward 34 had been closed to new patients as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the virus.

COVID-19: First Range Rover made under new social distancing rules rolls off assembly line

JLR's safety measures include temperature checks with thermal cameras and more...

Bitcoin Miners in Sichuan Province Ordered to Shut Down in ‘Orderly Manner’

The Chinese province is said to be home to roughly 10 percent of Bitcoin's global hash power.

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

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

Aston Martin CEO Being Replaced With Mercedes-AMG CEO

Having struggled over the past several months, the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated problems for Aston ...

Smartphones: the perfect gateway into the trading world [Sponsored]

It used to be the preserve of the financial expert or city worker, but trading in stocks and shares has recently become accessible to...

Refunds likely to bury retail boost from pent-up demand

For shell-shocked consumers, mass job losses and emptier social calendars mean cash will prove more alluring than unused purchases.

Hertz car rental company has filed for bankruptcy

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hertz car rental company files for bankruptcy protection

History Repeats As Brazil Delivers Another Iron Ore Boom

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

This Sticker Job For Just Rs. 1,500 Makes Suzuki Ertiga More Premium

We come across several modifications of cars and bikes but only a subtle few would apply and appeal to everyone and here is one such of the lot

How the pandemic impacted post-secondary students' work placements

Co-op placements, internships, practicums and residencies are valuable forms of work experience for post-secondary students in Canada. But for this year’s students, COVID-19 has put a halt to many of these opportunities.

Engineering colleges to offer a bouquet of new courses this year

Students who wish to pursue undergraduate engineering degrees will have ample options in emerging and cutting-edge technologies this year.

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

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

Sberbank Buys 5,000 Blockchain ATMs as Russia Ponders Criminalizing Crypto Use

Sberbank is buying contactless blockchain-powered ATMs. This comes after a bill was proposed to penalize companies that use crypto.

Bayer shares jump on report of Roundup settlement

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Shares in German chemical giant Bayer rose sharply today after reports it was close to a mass deal with American plaintiffs who say their cancers were caused by unit Monsanto’s Roundup weedkiller. Bayer stock was up around 5.3 per cent at €60.69 (US$66) in...

Karori residents concerned about major spending in annual plan

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

Eir sells its towers for €300m

Eir, the country’s largest telecoms provider, has sold its tower infrastructure company to Phoenix Tower International for €300m.

Garbage generation rises again with resumption of activities in Doon

The garbage generation in Dehradun which had dropped by about 35 per cent during the initial phases of the lockdown has started to increase once again. During the complete lockdown, all the commercial activities like shops selling non- essential products and services, private offices and other

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

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

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

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

Some 9,000 tenants can't afford their rent: report

To date around 9 thousand Netherlands residents reported to their housing corporations that they cannot afford to pay their rent. The housing corporations expect that number to increase in the coming

NACTO Releases Streets for Pandemic Response and Recovery in the Fight Against the COVID-19

NACTO has released guidelines to provide cities with strategies to redesign and adapt their streets for new uses both during the COVID-19 crisis.

COVID-19 vaccine: Top 5 Indian biotech firms developing antigens for the world

Your COVID-19 vaccine could come from one of these Indian biotech giants

Suzuki Motor Gujarat starts production

Suzuki Motor Gujarat Pvt Ltd (SMG) has said it would re-start production of vehicles from Monday. The company informed Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) that production would be strictly in accordance wi

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

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

NCDEX launches agriculture index futures, trading to start on Tuesday

Agridex represents produce grown in India and is not linked to any external benchmark; it will be available initially for trading of contracts expiring in June, July, September and December

BMTC introduces new fare system

Single trip ticket price ranges from ₹5 to ₹30

The private jet version of the Boeing 787 can cost more than $200 million and fly over 18 hours. Take a look at some its most luxurious designs., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The BBJ 787 Dreamliner is like the hybrid of private jets costing over $200 million. The jet can fly over 18 hours with a bedroom and shower onboard.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

TECH BREAK: A digital innovation to streamline food aid delivery

The app is designed by Empiris Creative Communication and Fashionnaire Corporation Ltd.

German IFO’s Economist: Economy sees light at the end of the tunnel

Following the release of the final German IFO Business Survey, the institute’s Economist said that the economy sees light at the end of the tunnel. Ad

JA Solar to Showcase New Lineup of PV Modules During Online VR Exhibition

BEIJING, May 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- JA Solar ("the Company"), a leading manufacturer of high-performance photovoltaic products, will hold an onl...

S. Korea, China to discuss expanding scope of FTA

South Korea said Tuesday it will hold the seventh round of talks with China this week to discuss expanding the scope of their bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) to better cover the service and investment sectors. The two countries will begin a four-day virtual meeting Tuesday to "speed up" the progress amid the new coronavirus pandemic that has virtually frozen global travel and economic activities, acco...

POS device makers coping with pandemic

POS (point of sale/service) device makers Flytech Technology, Posiflex Technology and Partner Tech have enhanced added-value for and extended application of their products to cope with negative impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to industry sources.

Starting small may lead students to bigger things

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

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

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

Chromebook to win most in Japan purchase program, says Digitimes Research

The Japanese government will begin a JPY300 billion (US$2.786 billion) plan to purchase mobile computing devices to cope with urgent demand for remote study triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, with Chromebooks likely to emerge as the favorite thanks to their advantages in hardware and software costs as well as local industry support.

Obscure announces distribution agreement with Proofpoint

Promoted | Obscure Technologies has announced a distribution agreement with Proofpoint, a cybersecurity and compliance company that protects organisations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: their people.

Breaking Through The Glass Ceiling - A Spring For Women In Artificial Intelligence

Many women have historically seen both AI and drug discovery as predominantly male professions.

Income Tax Saving: How your spouse can help you save taxes

Your spouse not only helps you in meeting your social and personal obligations, but can also help you in saving income tax. Here is how.

BSNL launches unlimited voice calling plan for 600 days at Rs 2399, check out other long-term plans

BSNL is giving unlimited voice calls for 600 days, the longest validity among all telcos at Rs 2399. The plan does not bring with it any data.

Total and Gaussin Developing World’s 1st Full Electric Aircraft Refueller Transporter

Electric Aircraft Refueller Transporter, equipped with two 30 tons fuel tanks (artist rendering – courtesy of Gaussin) Gaussin S.A. (Héricourt, France) an

Healy-Rae's hire firm enjoys bumper year with €175,000 profit

A plant-hire company owned by Kerry politician Michael Healy-Rae made a profit of almost €175,000 in 2019 during a bumper year for the business, according to newly filed accounts.

Make Everyone Jealous With This Nissan Skyline GT-R Wagon

While the R32 and R33 are both fair game, the Nissan Skyline R34, the predecessor to today's Nissan GT-R, s...

LS C&S receives international standard certification for photovoltaic cable

LS Cable & System said Monday its photovoltaic cable has received international standard certification from Germany’s TUV SUD, a global certification authority. TUV SUD assessed that LS C&S’ 1,500 voltage direct current solar cables conform to functions and safety standards of International Electrotechnical Commission and European Standards, according to the cable maker. The firm expects the c...

Toyota Kirloskar Motor to resume manufacturing operations from May 26

The company officials are closely monitoring and evaluating the situation to gradually ramp up operations, the company added.

SEMI billings up 17.2% y-o-y

SEMI’s April billings for North America-based manufacturers of semiconductor equipment were $2.26 billion which is 2.2% up on the March figure of $2.21 billion.

Chinese Congress Reviews National Blockchain Fund Bill

A bill to create a specialized national blockchain fund was submitted to China's congress during the annual 'Two Sessions'.

Citi Analysts: ‘Target-To-Kmart Conversion Set To Boost Sales

Citi analysts expect that Wesfarmers’ move to close unprofitable Target stores and convert other Target locations to Kmart stores will help to boost the group’s earnings. As such, Citi has raised its price target on Wesfarmers by nearly 20%.

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

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

Medupi: A story of smoke and mirrors, debt and derangement

When it comes to Eskom and the World Bank, the new deal looks very much like the old deal – except with a fresh coat of green eco-friendly paint that is already flaking off.

Realme launches Buds Q, Buds Air Neo and two power banks

Realme's new TWS earbuds boast 20h and 17h of playback, respectively.

Prices of N-95 masks down by up to 47% after NPPA advisory

N-95 masks were earlier being sold in the market for Rs 150 to 300 per unit and after the advisory by the the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), prices have been cut.

Biden wants Amazon to 'start paying their taxes'

Former Vice President Joe Biden has renewed his criticism of e-commerce giant Amazon, once again turning the company into a political football that has been kicked around by presidential candidates on ...

If you don't have a 20% deposit for a house purchase, all banks will add some serious additional costs to your repayments - but a few add a lot less than others

If you don't have a 20% deposit for a house purchase, all banks will add some serious additional costs to your repayments - but a few add a lot less than others

Ikea India starts contactless shopping in Hyderabad store

Ikea India has restarted its online services in Hyderabad store in conformity with the latest government guidelines. The company on Monday launched ‘click and collect’ — a safe and contactless shopping experience.

1.52L students avail CM Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana

About 1.52 lakh students are on the verge of becoming doctors, engineers, lawyers, architects, business managers etc by availing the Mukhya Mantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana launched in the academic session 2017-18 by Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan to remove the financial difficulties

Madagascar: Sahofika hydropower BOOT scheme to get 4 million Euro loan

The Sahofika hydropower project entails the construction of a 205MW hydroelectric power plant on a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer basis.

For hard-pressed savers, it's like setting your banknotes alight . . .

Do you know the difference between saving and investing? One means you are probably losing money, the other means you could be gaining.

Rich Chinese Snapping up Luxury Homes From Singapore to Sydney

Rich Chinese home buyers are back.

Argos online bank holiday sales: today's best home, garden and tech deals

We're bringing you all the very best Argos online bank holiday sales, deals, discounts and much, much more.

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

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

PBOC sets Yuan reference rate at 7.1209

The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has set the Yuan reference rate at 7.1209 versus Friday's fix at 7.0939.

Merkel's conservatives want stimulus package to include tax relief: document

Merkel's conservatives want stimulus package to include tax relief: document

Tencent Becomes Biggest Shareholder in Game Company and Anime Producer Marvelous

Tencent has become Marvelous’s biggest shareholder, reports Bloomberg.

Fake: Govt has not promised a Rs 5,000 lockdown fund

A WhatsApp forward that promises of free Rs 5,000 in relief funds from the government as a limited time offer is fake.The message redirects to a questionable website with many red flags which is not associated with the government in any way.

China: Fiscal stimulus to add 3.2ppt to GDP growth in 2020 – Standard Chartered

Economists at Standard Chartered Bank quantify the impact of the Chinese fiscal stimulus as the 2020 budget amounts to a fiscal stimulus of 5.2% of GD

PH to benefit from US-China trade tension

He said this situation explains why the country is among the least affected economy to the ongoing trade tension between the world’s largest economies and “supports IMF’s (International Monetary Fund) view that the country’s low participation in global trade as well as in global value chains relative-to-peers seems to explain why the Philippines has not been negatively impacted by the US-China trade war”.

Foxtel left floundering by streaming rivals

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

Avoid low-interest COVID-19 personal loans, unless strapped for cash

This is the time to utilize your emergency fund. If you don’t have one, partially use investments meant for your long-term goals

As a digital creator, how can I protect my content and make sure I get credit for my own ideas?

If you are working as an independent contractor, you are the owner of the copyright in your original creative work, assuming you have not assigned your rights under a contract

Nissan says preparing to gradually restart Mexico operations

Nissan says preparing to gradually restart Mexico operations

GBP/USD is on the edge of critical support – Confluence Detector

GBP/USD has kicked off the week below 1.22 amid a bank holiday in the UK and in the US. How is cable positioned on the chart? The Technical Confluence

Kalibri Labs releases special report - In a COVID-19 World: Extended stay hotels have the advantage

Kalibri Labs has released a Special Report evaluating U.S. hotel performance using unique length of stay and rate category metrics for March 2020, the first month of the COVID-19 pandemic, with comparisons to Full Year 2019. The report specifically illustrates the distinctions between the Extended Stay Hotel category and the traditional hotel model as well as delves into Upper Tier and Lower Tier Extended Stay Hotel performance. Business mix plays a significant role as a driver of performance, with pronounced

[Monitor] TV shipments in China drop below 10m

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

Emerging Courses: List of top courses to build a career in petroleum and energy sector

Here are some unique courses to pursue in the wealthiest of sectors - petroleum, oil, and energy, from post-class 12 to high-end postgraduate degrees. Check the offbeat courses with promising opportunities.

Hancock Whitney Corp Sells 1,792 Shares of Walmart Inc (NYSE:WMT)

Hancock Whitney Corp cut its position in shares of Walmart Inc (NYSE:WMT) by 13.0% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 12,014 shares of the retailer’s stock after selling 1,792 shares during the period. Hancock Whitney Corp’s holdings in Walmart […]

Abiteboul believes in F1 project: ''This will be good for us too''

Renault is in heavy weather. According to several sources, the French car manufacturer has to cut back considerably and it cannot be ruled out that the Formula 1 team will suffer as a result. However, Cyril Abiteboul doesn't think so.

Earnings Estimates Decline Further, Pushing Stock Market Valuations Even Higher

Stocks Analysis by Michael Kramer covering: S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, SPDR S&P 500, Apple Inc. Read Michael Kramer's latest article on Investing.com

Tea farmers to get lower bonuses

Kanyago says tea prices at Mombasa auction have gone down.

MMGY global Travel Safety Barometer to track U.S. travelers’ perceptions of safety throughout reopening phase of pandemic

KANSAS CITY, MO – MMGY Global announces the launch of its new Travel Safety Barometer, a sentiment tracking tool created for the travel and tourism industry to monitor American travelers’ perceptions of how safe it is to engage in specific travel behaviors as the country embarks on its reopening and recovery efforts. The Barometer, designed by MMGY’s Travel Intelligence research and insights division is a valuable informational resource for both business and leisure travelers and the industry as the coronavirus

India's April crude processing sees biggest drop in nearly two decades

Refiners processed about 14.75 million tonnes or 3.60 million barrels per day (bpd) of oil last month, government data showed

Watch | What are the benefits of GI tags and how are they awarded?

A video explaining the benefits of GI tags and how they are awarded

Pomlum villagers devoid of ration cards, govt cash aid

SHILLONG: As is the case in most other Dorbars, Pomlum is no exception when to comes to receiving cash benefit for the registered daily wage earners. This suburban area, only about 10 km from here, is also devoid of the benefit of ration cards.With m

Western Areas storms Panoramic Resources recap

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

Using credit cards for airport transfer facility? Read this first...

Reader queries about the limit of usage of airport transfer facility.

LMT turnover increased by 6.4% in 2019

Mobile operator "Latvijas Mobilais Telefons" (LMT) in 2019 reached a turnover of EUR 186.099 million, which is 6.4% more than in 2018, according to Firmas.lv information on May 25.

Succession Planning: Along with businesses, even families need to adopt, adapt to secure interests

While most UHNI individuals or families recognize the need for succession planning, not many are disciplined about it. For most, succession planning is something one pays attention to only on nearing retirement.

Crack in fashion! Tesco stocks white eggs for the first time in more than 40 years after huge rise in demand

The eggs - which are used in McDonald's breakfast McMuffins - will cost the same as the brown free-range equivalent, starting from 89p for a box of six medium eggs.

Minerals Council flogs company tax dead horse

The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has urged the federal government to reduce the company tax rate as part of its post-coronavirus economic strategy.

Taiwan Chelic constructing new plant in China

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

Elumelu to lead Senegal, Liberia presidents, others at UBA Africa Day forum

Senegal President Macky Sall, Liberia President George Weah and United States Senator Chris Coons will be part of a High-Level Leadership Panel....

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

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

UK getting 200 mile route to test self-driving vehicles on public roads

A mobility consortium in the UK has begun work on a real-world test route for self-driving vehicles as part of trials exploring the future of mobility.

This is why we're proposing a wealth tax in Spain to help us out of this crisis

My country’s recovery from coronavirus should be funded by those who can afford it, says Spanish MP Pablo Echenique

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

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

Walmart Mexico pays Mexico about $359 million in back taxes

Walmart de Mexico said Monday it has paid the Mexican government the equivalent of about $359 million in taxes for its 2014 sale of a restaurant chain known as VIP’s after tax authorities demanded it.

Germany planning to support medium-size firms by up to €50K per month – DPA

Citing a German government document on Monday, Deutsche Presse-Agentur GmbH (DPA), reports that they are considering plans to support medium-size firm

Now, MCL to pay PF, pension online

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) CMD BN Shukla on Saturday inaugurated a system of centralised payment of Coal Mines provident fund and pension to the superannuated employees of the company. The system was inaugurated in the presence to Director (Technical/Ops) OP Singh, Director (Finance) KR

Nissan says preparing to gradually restart Mexico operations

The Mexican unit of Nissan Motor Co Ltd unit said on Monday that it is preparing to gradually reopen under strict safety measures, beginning with ...

COVID-19: Dubai Tourism, stakeholders discuss strategies for industry revival

Emirates commenced passenger flights between Dubai and nine destinations from May 21

Wempe Unveils The ‘Iron Walker’ Stainless Steel Sports Watch Collection

It’s Wempe's first watch collection with integrated stainless steel bracelets. It is inspired by early 20th century ironworkers who built the metal structures for some of the world’s most iconic skyscrapers.

Greater Dublin best placed to deal with post-Covid crisis due to remote working options, UCC study finds

The study warns there are regional implications due to dependency on sectors less able to work remotely and socially distance.

Here are the key challenges and scary facts confronting young people

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

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

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

British cheesemakers call on consumers to buy Stilton as sales plummet 30%

The makers of the famous English cheese Stilton -- first British cheese to be awarded the protected designation of origin status -- are worried about the future after a sharp drop in sales since the introduction of containment and the closing of borders during the pandemic.

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

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

Lotteries need a loan

Ontario is extending a line of credit of up to $500 million to its lottery and gaming agency.

UBS announces global financing team

UBS announces global financing team

Reliance Industries’ Online Grocery Service JioMart Goes Live In 200 Towns Across India

Reliance Industries limited has now officially launched its online grocery service, JioMart, across the nation after running pilot programme in Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai, Thane, and Kalyan, reports India TV News.

Coronavirus impact: Tata Group top rung to take 20% pay cut

Coronavirus crisis: TCS, Tata Group's most profitable company was the first to announce a pay cut for its CEO Rajesh Gopinathan. Indian Hotels said that its senior leadership would contribute a percentage of their salary this quarter to help the company

Australia's exports fell 12% in April

The value of both Australian exports and imports decreased in April 2020 although demand for resource commodities remained strong, according to the la

FDA relaxes food labeling regulations for pandemic

Food manufacturers will be permitted to substitute ingredients in products without changing the labels. The FDA posted a “temporary flexibility policy” permitting inaccurate labels, cla…

Chief Scientist clashes with Lucy Turnbull over 'shipping sunshine'

Former Lord Mayor Lucy Turnbull and Chief Scientist Alan Finkel debated Australia's energy future on Q+A. They agreed on the end goal but not how to achieve it.

Ajit Andhare live on Instagram @thehinduweekend

Ajit Andhare, the Chief Operating Officer at Viacom18 Studios, talks about the future of the film industry today at 5 pm on @thehinduweekend Instagram

Coronavirus Pandemic Could Bankrupt German FA, Warns Treasurer

German FA treasurer Stephan Osnabruegge warned that the DFB is in the deepest economic crisis of the recent past.

BTSE Adds Turkish BiLira Stablecoin Amid Lira Struggles

BTSE announced this Monday that it has added the digital Lira, the Turkish BiLira (TRYB), at a time when Turkey’s economy is struggling.

Gold imports fall by almost 100% in April | Bullion News

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Eurozone bailout chief: 'No government can be blamed' for economic hit from Covid-19

As Europe stares down the barrel of a major economic contraction due to the pandemic, how can the continent get its workers and businesses back on their feet? How much money will have to be spent on…

Gold Futures: Correction lower on the cards

Open interest in gold futures markets shrunk for the second session in a row on Friday, this time by around 2.5K contracts according to preliminary fi

Current account likely to turn to red in 2030 over aging population: KIEP

Due to its fast-aging population and consequently reduced productivity, South Korea will continue to see its current account decline over the years and eventually turn to the red as early as in the next decade, according to a state-run think tank. “The country’s fast-aging demographic trend is likely to reduce the current account surplus or cause a deficit,” the Korea Institute for International Ec...

Hong Kong stocks close slightly higher

HONG KONG, May 25 — Hong Kong stocks finished today with small gains, reversing a morning sell-off, but investors remain on edge after a weekend of protests in the city against a controversial security law proposed by Beijing. The Hang Seng Index added 0.10 per cent, or 22.10 points, to...

Iceland joins Baltic unified CSD system

Trading platform Nasdaq on May 25 announced the merger of Nasdaq CSD Iceland (CSD standing for Central Securities Depository) with Nasdaq CSD SE, which covers the Baltic states.

NH-Amundi names new CMO

Seoul-based NH-Amundi Asset Management on Monday named Kim Seung-ho as its new chief marketing officer. Kim was formerly headed the fund management unit at NongHyup Bank. He will serve a one-year term. He will replace Moon Young-sik, whose term ended in April. NH-Amundi Asset Management is a 70:30 joint venture of NongHyup Financial Group and France-based Amundi Asset Management. NongHyup Bank is a wholly owned...

Challengers beat incumbents on account opening experience

Many of the UK's leading high street banks have fallen behind their upstart digital rivals when it comes to making it easy and fast to open an account, suggests a review of 12 players' user experience.

Union minister Piyush Goyal's interpretation of an 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat'

Business leaders from across sectors interacted with Union Minister for Railways and Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, during the current edition of India Today's e-Conclave 2020 Jumpstart series.

Big Price Hike On Entire KTM Lineup – RC125, Duke 125 To 390 Adventure

KTM India has bumped up the prices of all its motorcycles except for the KTM 790 Duke, all the motorcycles come with a slew of changes along with BS6-compliant engines

HDFC Bank Credit Card, Debit Card Offer: Save up to Rs 2000 on buying AC, refrigerators, coolers online

As part of the offer, HDFC Bank is providing 10 percent Instant Discount with HDFC Bank Credit Cards and Credit/Debit EMI Transactions.

Bank holiday times at Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Morrisons and Sainsbury's

What time do the supermarkets open on Bank Holiday Monday

IBM, HP announce major job cuts

Although exact number of layoffs was not confirmed, reports suggest it could be in the thousands.

MediaWorks announces 130 job losses

MediaWorks has announced that 130 staff are being redundant in its radio and sales teams.

PTCL Connecting Pakistan & Beyond Amidst COVID-19 Crisis

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

GBP/USD: No reasons for sterling to spring back up

While Brits are enjoying their spring bank holiday – albeit under lockdown restrictions – sterling may continue suffering, according to FXStreet’s ana

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

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

Iran’s Oil Minister: Demand for oil is ‘very vague’

The demand for oil is ‘very vague’, Iran’s Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zangeneh said on Monday. He added that no one can predict crude prices, which are

[Herald Interview] Linkflow seeks to be Korea’s first hardware unicorn with 360-degree wearable cameras

They may look like Bluetooth neckband headsets, but Linkflow’s FITT360 and NEXX360 are cameras that allow users to capture 360-degree shots of their surroundings. FITT360 and NEXX360 each have four cameras which constantly take photos and instantaneously process them into 360-degree videos. This camera concept was born out of founder Kim Yong-kuk’s romantic desire to capture the beautiful scenery of hi...

Air Canada to increase service to 97 destinations this summer

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

Power Ledger Expands Digital Energy Trading Business to Thailand

Australian energy trading software firm and blockchain project Power Ledger has inked a deal with the Thai Digital Energy Development (TDED) to launch a digital energy trading business in Thailand. This, according to a report by iTWire, May 25, 2020.

No free gifts or joint debt, EU 'frugals' say

EU pandemic bailouts should be loans, not grants, and there should be no joint debt, Austria, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden said in a joint statement Saturday. "We propose to create an Emergency Recovery Fund based on a 'loans for loans' approach,"...

Amazon Memorial Day Sale [Deal]

We've compiled a list of some of Amazon's deals on electronics this Memorial Day.

Alibaba sees 1Q20 revenues down sequentially

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

Novavax Is Beginning Clinical Trials Of Its Coronavirus Vaccine

Novavax announced it's beginning clinical trials of its Covid-19 vaccine on Monday.

Why You’ll Never Get Another Stimulus Check

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

Romualdez: DCC to OK 3 anti-COVID-19 bills

HOUSE Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez on Monday said the Defeat COVID-19 Ad Hoc Committee (DCC) will approve this Tuesday morning for plenary deliberations three anti-coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) bills, including the P568 billion economic stimulus package.

EUR/USD: Time to buy a ticket for the 1.20 level – Nordea

It is probably too optimistic to expect both common EU debt and a widespread regulatory roll back, but it may be worthwhile buying a EUR lottery ticke

Milan-based Milkman snags €25 million to expand and partner with Poste Italiane for special delivery service

Milkman, a Milan-based logistics and delivery platform, has raised €25 million in its third round of funding, with backing from Poste Italiane, P101 sgr, Italia500, Vertis and 360 Capital. The deal includes an agreement between Milkman and Poste to create a new premium service, MLK Deliveries, specifically for Poste customers. The Italian company focuses on […]

Is today a bank holiday and when is the next one?

Planning ahead can help you get the most out of the next bank holiday.

Zimbabwe govt makes policy shift on cannabis farming

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

Gulfport Energy: Stock Appears To Be Overvalued Now Due To The Still High Restructuring Risk

Gulfport's borrowing base was reduced to $700 million, and it is limited to $20 million for further unsecured note repurchases. It has plenty of liquidity for n

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

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

Mastercard sees 200% jump in contactless payments, says it is healthiest option now

During the pandemic, Indians have started rethinking how to handle the cash, as many fear currency notes might be an easy vehicle in spreading the infectious disease.

Corrections | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Honolulu Star-Advertiser strives to make its news report fair and accurate. If you have a question or comment about news coverage, call Marsha McFadden, managing editor/news, at 529-4759 or email city editors at cityeditors@staradvertiser.com.

Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Bitcoin continues downtrend with 5% loss in one day’

Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. As Satoshi Nakamoto used to say: Time to learn some stuff about Bitcoin! Bitcoin price We closed the day, May […]

Portugal needs access for Brits soon in order accelerate economic recovery

Portugal is planning to offer an ‘air bridge’ for British tourists to bypass quarantine rules. This concept will be positively received by destinations in Portugal that are highly reliant on UK tourism such as the Algarve. In 2019, the UK was Portugal’s second largest source market after Spain, with 2.9 million UK visits. Ralph Hollister, Travel & Tourism Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “According to GlobalData’s pre-COVID-19 forecast, UK arrivals to Portugal were expected to grow at a year-on-year (YOY) increase of

Lenovo helps schools shift to remote teaching for free

To support the education sector in rapidly shifting to digital ways of teaching and learning, global tech and innovation leader Lenovo, in collaboration with Microsoft, is sponsoring two presentations in the ongoing EduTech Live Webinar series.

Slate Asset Management launches $500-million fund to finance COVID-hit companies

Toronto-based Slate plans to offer bridge financing, loan restructuring, as well as preferred equity purchases as the industry deals with a massive drop in rent payments

Is It The Right Time To Buy Raytheon Technologies After A 55% Fall In 2020?

Raytheon Technologies, best known for its missiles and other aerospace and defense products, has seen its stock fall more than 50% year-to-date, as the coronavirus pandemic is expected to have a significant impact on its aerospace business. Raytheon’s stock also remains down by about 45% from...

Singaporean Mobile Marketplace Carousell Launches Hong Kong Property Platform

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

New car sales in Europe plummet 74 per cent

The coronavirus crisis continues to slam the brakes on new-car sales overseas, as Australian dealers show signs of weathering the storm.

Huawei launches ASEAN Academy in Malaysia to empower digital talent

Fractional Shares: Why It’s in the News

Have $5? Then you could start building wealth today.

Oil firms set price hike whopper: P2.30 per liter of diesel

Pump prices could go up this week by as much as P2.30 per liter effective Tuesday to reflect the movement of oil prices in the world market.

Daewoong gets diabetic foot ulcer treatment halal-certified

Daewoong Pharmaceutical said Monday it has acquired halal certification for its biologics drug Easyef solution. Easyef solution is a recombinent human epidermal growth factor that treats diabetic foot ulcer. “Since December 2019, it is required for all biologic drugs distributed in Indonesia to indicate whether they are halal certified or not. In order for the wider Muslim population to be able to access ou...

KB named best financial company in 2019: survey

KB Kookmin Bank was named the best financial company last year in the overall corporate assessment, a survey showed Monday.  According to local corporate tracker CEO Score, the South Korea lender topped the list of the country’s top 108 financial companies with assets over 2 trillion won in six categories -- financial group, commercial bank, insurer, brokerage house, credit card company and savings bank. ...

COVID-19 relief payouts 92 percent complete

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

3 Big Casinos Have a Lot to Lose in a Coronavirus Blame Game

A war of words over COVID-19 could have far-reaching repercussions.

KBC staff sue over pension funds

Broadcaster says it’s unable to pay the sum at once.

Ontario Premier suggests alcohol delivery via restaurants could continue post-pandemic

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has hinted that alcohol delivery through restaurants could continue even after the COVID-19 pandemic is over.

Apple Recovers In China

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

MTN and Airtel Uganda are gradually bringing back Mobile Money sending charges tomorrow

As the Covid-19 lockdown gets eased tomorrow, Ugandan Telcos are reintroducing mobile money charges gradually.

Nasdaq to Consolidate European CSD Business

Nasdaq, an exchange operator, will be consolidating its central securities depository business in Europe, by merging Nasdaq CSD Iceland with Nasdaq CSD SE.

IKEA is opening “urban concept store” in Piraeus

Popular Swedish furniture and houseware retailer, IKEA, will open its first "urban concept store", in the centre of Piraeus.

Virus vaccine maker's bubble bursts after stock crashes

The bubble continued to burst in shares of CanSino Biologics Inc., which fell a record 28% Monday even after positive early data on its COVID-19 vaccine candidate.

How SkoolBeep is helping schools communicate better with parents

The app has a range of features that ensures a smooth flow of information

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

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

UoN to get lion’s share of Sh6.6bn salary raise

Parliament approved the payment in a supplementary budget last month.

Hyderabad firm launches advanced version of e-procurement tool  

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

Regal, Tribeca-backed Trident Resources mulls spearing the ASX

There could be a new type of mining exposure heading Down Under before too long. 

CBN sets 2022 deadline for MfBs’ N200m recapitalisation

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

Telford firm boosts PPE supply with 3D printing

A manufacturing service provider has produced hundreds of face shields for distribution into the NHS.

The effect of GDPR two years on

Today marks the second anniversary of the introduction of the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Volkswagen mulls launch of entry-level Jetta brand in emerging markets

A fresh report suggests Volkswagen is considering launching its entry-level Jetta sub-brand in emerging markets outside of China.

Mexico's monthly trade deficit hits $3 billion due to virus

Exports in Mexico fall by more than 40% in April 2020, while imports are down 30%

Latam FX, stocks rally on economic recovery hopes

Latin American currencies firmed onMonday on hopes of an economic recovery as more economiesemerged from pandemic-induced lockdowns, although simmeringU.

Digitial Employment Exchange of Telangana

Hello Jobseekers. After a lot of hardwork and patience you have finished your education and it is now time for you to step into work-life.

Barcelona-based Bloobirds gets €3 million for SaaS platform that helps qualify sales leads

Bloobirds, a Barcelona-based sales prospecting platform, has raised €3 million in a round led by PROfounders Capital with participation from K Fund and existing investor Encomenda. The B2B company set out to transform “full-cycle sales teams into specialized, opportunity-generation machines,” says CEO Javier Darriba. The SaaS software assists sales development representatives (SDRs) as they manage […]

Seoul stocks open higher on vaccine hopes

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

Policy Watch: What Aatma Nirbhar Bharat could learn from the USDA

Centre Lauds Jaipur, Indore, Bengaluru And Chennai As Role Models In Managing COVID-19 Pandemic In Urban Clusters

Chennai and Bengaluru have been lauded for success in keeping the mortality rates low so far.

All About The Bitcoin Halving

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

PRESENTING: 38 power players disrupting the $130 billion consulting industry and solving problems for clients in crisis, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - These leaders are strategizing for clients, rethinking recruitment, and leading D&I efforts at global firms.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

QC completes SAP distribution ahead of 4 Metro Manila cities

AHEAD of four other Metro Manila cities, the Quezon City government has reported complete the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Special Amelioration Program (SAP) distribution as of May 20.

Finland to spend 100 million euros on coronavirus protection

(Reuters) - Finland said on Monday it plans to place between June and August orders for protective equipment and respirators worth 100 million euros ($109 million) to fight the coronavirus and prepare for a possible upsurge in demand for the equipment.

Nigeria's GDP grew by 1.87 per cent in Q1 - The Nation Nigeria

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said that the First Quarter of 2020, Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 1.87 per...

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

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

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

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

Future ShanShui City: International Urban Design Competition

As an important birthplace and practical realization of the concept of "Lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets", Lishui has assumed...

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

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

Electric Cars For Beginners: 5 Silly Reasons To Buy A Tesla Model 3, Chevy Bolt Or Any Electric Vehicle

Consider this: an electric car is practically maintenance free.

$26M for city staff payroll

The City of Vernon has disclosed its council and staff payroll for 2019, showing over $26 million in total payments for the last calendar year.

Workplace bullying costs economy €239m per year

NUI Galway study finds that bullying is more prevalent in public sector than the private

Russia to temporarily ban oil product imports – Interfax

Russia has decided to impose a temporary ban on oil product imports, Reuters reported on Monday, citing Interfax news agency. No further details have

Last 10 days, positivity curve begins to steepen

The latest trends come as India ramps up testing from under 30,000 daily in mid-April to over 1 lakh tests now. More than 6000 new cases have been reported for the last four days in a row.

COVID-19 Crisis Impact on Youth - Depressed, Lonely and Anxious

People in the EU aged 18-34 report being more likely to feel depressed, lonely, and anxious than those aged 35 and over. They also indicate lower levels of resilience in dealing with problems in life, and a significant decrease in life satisfaction compared to before the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

German labour agency sees 2020 deficit of €30.5 billion due to coronavirus – Handelsblatt

The German labour agency expects Germany to post a budget deficit of €30.5 billion due to the coronavirus, Reuters reported on Monday, citing German n

Transfer Rs 1,000 to each Indian per month: Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo suggest Centre

Esther Duflo said India was already in a position to start universal basic income quickly as it had the Jan Dhan accounts-Aadhaar-mobile system in place.

More people seeking help at Nth Canterbury food banks

Food banks are helping a part of the North Canterbury community they don’t normally have to support as the Covid-19 crisis continues to bite....

Fans create beer to celebrate Dundee United promotion – and support charity during coronavirus

A craft beer made specially for the play about the life of Dundee United legend Jim McLean, has been given a new lease of life supporting a local charity during the coronavirus outbreak.

Landlords worry about COVID-19 impact on commercial properties

Maureen Ihua-Maduenyi Commercial landlords are increasingly concerned about the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic on their tenants and property portfolio, a new report has said. The rep...

[Tech Read] China looms over Korea (3): Quality vs. price? Battle of batteries

China’s race to enter mainstream tech is intensifying against not only the US but also its neighbor South Korea. With China aggressively pushing advancements of key technologies, Korea has been forced to take up the gauntlet before it is too late. The Korea Herald’s Tech Team has looked into four key areas to measure the technological gap between Korea and China and to offers forecasts about how the compe...

COVID-19 restrictions eased in Dubai from May 27, all you need to know

Cinemas, gyms and everything that is re-opening in Dubai from May 27

Robertet enters hemp extract JV for Swiss market: ‘Switzerland is well regulated for CBD, but there is more flexibility’

The joint venture sees French flavours and fragrances manufacturer Robertet team with US hemp cultivation and extraction firm Klersun and Swiss CBD producer Alponics.

Chickens Lay Eggs With Green Yolk On Indian Farm

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

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

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

Pizza Hut Giving Away 500,000 Free Pizzas

Celebrating the graduating class of 2020.

Best online wine shops - and how to store your favourite tipple

The boom in online wine shops is a boon for the oenophile:

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

Carla tries the ZOOMA e-Scooter from SC Industries

The 'Mogote' is a $87,500 lofted tiny home on wheels that can sleep up to 4 people — see inside, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Baluchon prioritizes using local, "eco-responsible and bio-based" supplies, according to the company.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Happy Hands, Part 2: Best Hand Creams In The House And On The Road

Happy Hands is a four-part series rounding up the best products to keep your hands clean and comfortable during the COVID-19 pandemic now, and as you travel back into the world after. In this edition, the 15 best hand creams from Cuticle Convenience to Avo-mazing Antibacterial are presented.

OH SHIT: White Claw, The OG Dumb Bitch Juice, Is Finally Coming To Oz

Don't freak out but White Claw hard seltzer is coming to Australia from October, so I guess that'll be our drink of choice this summer.

In pictures: The chain that captivated the nation

Just when we think we couldn’t fall more in love with Paul Mescal he goes and raffles off one of his iconic Connell chains to raise money for Pieta House.

Appeal launched for 24-year-old woman reported missing from Beeston

She was last seen wearing a lilac fur jacket, short black skirt, and black boots.

Sister Afia Throws In The Towel, Says She Won’t Beef Freda Rhymz Anymore- Adds That She Loves Her

Sister Afia has sensationally brought her beef with rapper Freda Rhymz to an end in a fresh interview on United Television United (UTV). 

Two Friends, 700 Meals, One Goal: Keep The Frontline Fed

More than 70 meals were cooked and donated the first week. Every week after that, it only increased.

Happy Eid-Ul-Fitr 2020: Aamna Sharif, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Hina Khan Inspired Dress-Up Ideas For Celebration Dinner

TV actresses Aamna Sharif, Sanjeeda Shaikh and Hina Khan’s Instagram posts will leave you with tons of ideas how to dress up for Eid dinner midst of the lockdown

Single mother revamps her dated kitchen without professional help using B&Q paint and a floor stencil from Amazon - and it cost just £80

Single mother Carly Thomas, from Telford, Shropshire, revealed how she transformed her kitchen for under £100, using her DIY skills and budget buys bought during lockdown.

Dwyane Wade Dyes His Hair Red Only A Day After Showing Off Pink Hair Makeover – Check Out The Cute TikTok Video With Daughter Zaya!

Dwyane Wade has a brand new look and he took to TikTok to show it off! The clip was shared just yesterday and shows the former basketball player

Amazing Scania RV Has Three Bedrooms With Garage And Posh Interior

This amazing machine isn’t so much a cool motorhome as it is a bonkers luxury touring bus befit for a straight-up rock star. The front is recognizable as a Scania R480 cab-over truck, meaning this is strictly a European offering. Behind that truck, however, is a custom-built aluminum home that boasts multiple bedrooms, a full bathroom, and even a garage with a workshop.

Aldi milk carton packaging is now fully renewable and plant-based

 Aldi Ireland has today announced new packaging for its 1ltr fresh Irish milk cartons that is now fully renewable and plant-based.

Everything Dropping at Palace This Week

Featuring the Pertex Lighter Jacket, Palast Minute AOD Hoodie and Multi Option Footie Jersey.

Dior and Daniel Arsham Release a Cap Pendant Necklace

The latest from the artist and luxury fashion house.

Lifestyle and Wellbeing Quiz - Easy Swaps

Fuel your hunger for knowledge by taking this fun quiz.

Pictures: Glenda Gilson's gorgeous floral dress from ROTATE

It is so stylish and perfect for summer

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

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

Cocktail Queries: What Is Blended Whiskey, and Why Is It So Cheap?

"Blended whiskey" is typically found on the bottom shelf, but what makes it different than the likes of bourbon? And how does this whiskey differ in other countries?

10 Creative Customer Experience Ideas For Social Distancing

Can you still deliver a great customer experience from six feet away? That’s the challenge for companies in our global pandemic world.

35 Non-Cheesy Disney Gifts for Adults That Are Actually Super Clever

Too old for Disney? Never!

How to trim split ends at home: TikTok star shares her simple three-step hack for 'instant results' - and explains why you should twist your hair before cutting

TikTok user Stefanie Williams, who lives in London, has impressed her 222,000 followers with a video showing a three-step hack on how to trim split ends at home.

Parents create dinosaur and fairy gardens for their kids to play with during lockdown – and all you need is a spare tyre

PARENTS are creating amazing dinosaur and fairy gardens for their kids to play with during lockdown – using nothing but a spare tyre. The magical gardens cost just a few quid to make – …

Rap God Cardi B Confirmed New Music Is Coming “Real Soon” With Album #2 On The Way

CB2 is on the way, thank GOD.

The Oberoi Group launches enhanced health and safety programme

The hospitality brand has partnered with Bureau Veritas, a leading label in laboratory testing, inspection and certification, to validate and review the programme…

Pandemic stifles progress in the 405 diningscape but doesn't kill it

The Food Dude updates the latest news from around the 405 diningscape.

Check out Drop 1 of the NIGO x Virgil Abloh LV² Collection

The inaugural release of the monumental Louis Vuitton collaboration.

Why Would You Ever Poach An Egg When You Could Soft-Boil It?

There are lots of tricks to making poached eggs. Add vinegar to the water, swirl the water into a vortex, slip the egg gently into the water from a mug, plop the egg into the water so its momentum holds it together. Boil the water, simmer the water, once the egg is in turn the heat off altogether. Well, here's my...

Dad spends £800 building a fully-kitted playhouse during lockdown for daughter’s third birthday

LITTLE Lola Messenger loves lockdown in a playhouse built for her 3rd birthday — complete with its own kitchen, TV and imitation fireplace. Parents Steve and Hayley wanted to surprise her after the…

The Revamped 2020 Crus Bourgeois Classification Includes Excellent Value Wines

Bordeaux's Crus Bourgeois classification is renowned for quality and value

10 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' jokes that will never get old

Brooklyn Nine-Nine packs a punch when it comes to laughs. This video takes a look at the jokes that will never get old from ongoing to one-off jokes

How To Wear Earrings Like Meghan Markle, From Simple Studs To Statement Pairs

Meghan Markle's style is consistently followed and copied in the UK and beyond. As well as becoming a member of the royal family and a charitable advocate, Markle is a fashion icon in her own right, and pieces she wears sell out instantly. She's…

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

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

Recreate the magic (and misery) of theme parks with video food tours

☀️ It's the YouTube subgenre perfect for your stay-at-home summer 🍕

Japan’s Uniqlo to make masks using underwear fabric

TOKYO, May 25 — Japanese casual clothing chain Uniqlo, owned by Fast Retailing, said it plans to sell face masks made of fabric used for its Airism underwear line in response to strong demand for protective gear for the coronavirus. The company had previously been wary of making face masks, but a...

Aldi Will Be Selling Glass Toasters This Week And The Future Is Now

There's nothing worse than burning toast. We all like our toast cooked to a particular degree and it is a nightmare when you have to bin your first attempt because you...

The Best Memorial Day Sales Happening Now

Here's where to find all the best Memorial Day deals, from custom suits to patio furniture sets and beyond.

Swedish retailer lists Metroid Prime Trilogy for Nintendo Switch release 19th June

Swedish video games retailer Inet has listed the long-rumoured Metroid Prime Trilogy for Nintendo Switch with a 19th June release date. That date is the same as the revised date for Sony’s up…

15 Best Adblock Browsers For Android in 2020 [Latest Web Browsers]

Want to get rid of those annoying ads? Here are the list of best Android Adblock browsers that can help you to get rid of annoying ads.

Tencent is buying 20% stake in Marvelous

News has emerged this morning from Bloomberg that Chinese firm Tencent is buying a 20 percent stake in Japanese developer Marvelous. Marvelous is behind recent hits like Daemon X Machina and Story …

In $16 Billion Push To Expand Broadband, America Is Flying Through a Fog

Spurred by the coronavirus pandemic, federal policy makers are pushing to spend billions of dollars to close gaps in America's high-speed internet network. From a report: There is one big obstacle: Government officials say they don't have a clear picture of where service gaps exist, meaning parts of...

NZ PM Ardern: Will raise limits on social gatherings to 100 people from May 29

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern recently crossed wires, via Reuters, while showing readiness to ease the coronavirus (COVID-19)-led restrictions on soci

How ZEE5’s investment in original content has helped in getting the SVOD game right

The platform has begun preparations to shoot for the next batch of original content in the green zones

Covid-19 drives up global mobile app data consumption

Global data consumption has increased in the wake of the Covid-19 related lockdowns and shuttering of businesses

UAE: How can I register a labour complaint without stepping out?

The Taw-seel service lets you complete all employment contract processes at home or office

Keep it real with authentic software

Think twice before taking the risks of purchasing unlicensed software, it may seem like a great idea to spend less in that particular moment but unfortunately the potential risks involved could end up costing you way more in the future.

Mystery of the naval shell sat in a Devon play park for 100 years

Do you have any information on the Salcombe naval shells?

Rogers expands it Pro On-the-Go service to Ottawa

Rogers has expanded its Pro On-the-Go service to Ottawa to allow for safe contactless support and flexible delivery options.

Philip Morris Korea celebrates 3rd anniversary of Iqos launch

Philip Morris Korea said Monday it would hold a four-week promotion event to introduce limited edition goods to celebrate the third anniversary of the launch of Iqos, the flagship heat-not-burn product, in South Korea. During the event, PMI Korea said it will introduce two limited editions of device covers. The first edition, “Sun Rose,” represents the colors of roses, and the second edition “Twi...

Microsoft Launcher Preview updated with the ability to easily re-position app icons

Microsoft today updated this new Microsoft Launcher Preview version with the ability to easily re-position app icons. This update also includes performance improvements. Recently, Microsoft added Android 10 gesture navigation support to Microsoft Launche

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

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

Tech giants are embracing remote work and others may soon follow | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

OAKLAND, Calif. >> For a preview of the future of office work, watch how the biggest tech companies are preparing for a post-pandemic world.

Are you still watching? Netflix to start canceling inactive accounts, if members don't confirm.

Netflix users who don't want to see their subscriptions canceled should make sure to answer if they're still watching.

Microsoft Edge Dev build adds support for text translation in Immersive Reader

The latest Edge Dev and Canary Builds will now let you translate text in Immersive reader. To access the feature enter Immersive reader using the address bar icon, click on reading preferences and select Translate Entire Page. Besides removing distractions such as graphics and ads from pages, one of the best features of Immersive Reader […]