Donald Trump Signs Executive Order Aimed At Twitter After It Flagged His Tweets

“There’s nothing I’d rather do than get rid of my whole Twitter account.”

Trump’s Team Proclaims Trademark Misuse On Cartoon Of Him Serving Fans Clorox

The Trump re-election campaign said the satirical cartoon was violating its rights.

Trump signs social media order after Twitter fact-checks him

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that seeks to limit liability protections social-media companies enjoy after Twitter began selective fact checks of his posts on the platform.

Trump signs executive order on social media, claiming to protect ‘Free Speech’

Trump and his allies have often accused Twitter as well as Facebook of bias against conservative voices

Mark Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter in Donald Trump fight

Republican Trump, who accuses social media firms of bias against conservatives, without evidence, stepped up his attacks on Twitter after the company put a fact-checking label on two of his tweets about mail-in ballots on Tuesday for the first time.

Trump’s Executive Order Targeting Twitter Adds To The Growing Calls To Fundamentally Change The Internet

Though Twitter was the immediate target of Trump’s Order, the declaration adds to the growing chorus to change the critical law that has long provided a legal shield to Internet companies: Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act.

What’s Behind The Trump-Twitter Clash?

President Trump escalated his war against the social media companies, issuing an executive order that seeks to limit their legal protections against liability for content posted on their sites. But what is his trying to accomplish and how can these companies help restore democracy?

Parler App’s #Twexit Movement Recruits Twitter Users In Wake Of Trump Social Media Wars

There’s a move afoot amongst his conservative supporters to abandon Twitter, Trump’s favorite platform and his biggrst online rival.

Trump Tweeting As Much As Ever Amid Twitter Standoff [Infographic]

Despite Trump's executive order targeting social media and threats to close Twitter, he is tweeting as much as ever.

Mark Zuckerberg Explains Why Facebook Isn’t Taking Down Trump's Post Threatening Violence Against Protesters

Twitter issued a warning on the identical tweet but didn't take it down.

Trump Defends Controversial ‘Shooting’ Tweet, And White House Claims Twitter Admits Mistake

Trump attempted to clarify a controversial tweet Friday afternoon, claiming that “nobody should have any problem with this other than the haters.”

Twitter Sanctions White House Tweet, Which Repeated Earlier Trump Tweet

Twitter has censored a post from the official White House Twitter account, after it reposted a tweet from President Trump.

Trump Calls For Revoke Of Section 230 After Twitter Flags His Minneapolis Tweet For ‘Glorifying Violence’

Twitter flagged the tweet for glorifying violence after the President of the United States posted “when the looting starts, the shooting starts,” following a third night of violent protests over the death of George Floyd.

Trump Dodges Questions About His ‘Shooting’ Tweet — Announces End Of U.S. Funds To WHO

Following protests in Minneapolis, Trump tweeted a perceived threat against demonstrators, saying "When the looting starts, the shooting starts."

The Executive Order: Government Control Of Private Corporations

If government orders throttle some digital platforms then people can go to other platforms anywhere else in the World. Digital platforms are not restricted by national boundaries within which government orders can be enforced.

Twitter flags Trump tweet on Minneapolis as 'glorifying violence'

Twitter says the tweet violated its rules but would not be removed.

Twitter conceals Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

Twitter said it was placing a 'public interest notice' on a Trump message about protests in Minneapolis over the death of an unarmed black man at the hands of the police.

Trump signs executive order aimed at regulating Twitter, FB

Trump signs executive order aimed at regulating Twitter, FB. The order comes a day after Trump accused Twitter of election interference, after it added fact-check links to two of his tweets.

Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

Twitter has hidden one of President Donald Trump's tweets from his profile, saying it violates rules about glorifying violence, reports the BBC.

Taylor Swift Blasts Trump For 'Shooting' Tweet: 'We Will Vote You Out in November'

Taylor Swift on Friday (May 29) blasted President Donald Trump for a tweet he posted hours prior that protesters in Minnesota should be shot.

Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

SAN FRANCISCO - Twitter has hidden a tweet by President Donald Trump from his profile, saying it violates rules about glorifying violence. It did the same hours later when the official White House account tweeted a copy of the president's words. Instead of being deleted, both tweets can be viewed by clicking on a prominent warning. It says that "Twitter has determined that it may be in the public's interest for the Tweet to remain accessible." This is the latest twist in an escalating row between Twitter and the White House. The US president finds himself in unexpected company alongside other world leaders whose tweets have been censored. In February 2019, Twitter had a tweet by Iranian Leader Supreme Ayatollah Ali Khamenei removed after it appeared to threaten author Salman Rushdie. Also last year, several accounts associated with Cuban President Raul Castro and members of his government were suspended, citing policy violations. Trump was tweeting about the US city of Minneapolis, which has seen consecutive…

Trump’s executive order on social media is legally unenforceable, experts say

Legal experts say the executive order is largely toothless — but it could set a symbolic precedent about government censorship of the internet.

America really doesn’t need Silicon Valley to get into the fact-checking biz

No American, not even the president, has a right to a social-media account. Tech firms are free to ban any user they see fit. They’re free to “fact-check” anyone and enforce their policies

Trump to exercise the might of his presidential powers on Twitter for daring to fact-check his tweets

He is working on signing an executive order to make the companies liable for content on their platforms but it may not pass Congress' muster

Facebook slams executive order: ‘It will restrict more speech online’

Facebook says Trump's executive order will restrict speech and lead to more censorship.

Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter in Trump fight

Unlike Twitter, Facebook outsources fact-checking to media companies

Trump signs executive order to narrow protections for social media platforms

Move comes amid president’s feud with Twitter after it factchecked him for the first time

Undo Retweet

Everybody knows US President Donald Trump’s favorite soapbox: Twitter. In a shocking turn of events, Trump is now going against the social media platform via executive...

Trump's Executive Order: Twitter Also Fact-Checks China; Now, They Can't Do That in the U.S. Anymore

United States President Donald Trump has recently signed the 'Executive Order' made to lessen social media platforms into interfering with anyone's content online. Meanwhile, Chinese officials recently got fact-checked by Twitter too.

Trump's Social Media Executive Order Would Turn FCC Into 'President's Speech Police,' Commissioner Says

The order is expected to be signed by Trump later on Thursday

Arnab Goswami joins Donald Trump’s fan club, says ‘Twitter bias exposed’ after Maharashtra government orders CID probe in abetment to suicide case

Republic TV founder Arnab Goswami has joined the fan club of US President Donald Trump as he launched a fresh tirade against the microblogging site Twitter, calling the social media platform biased against the right-wing groups.

Trump considering legislation that may scrap law that protects social media companies

President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has long protected internet companies, including Twitter and Facebook, an extraordinary attempt to intervene in the media that experts said was unlikely to survive legal scrutiny.

Trump signs executive order targeting social media

Trump signs executive order targeting social media

Read the full executive order about social media companies that President Trump signed

Here is the full text of President Trump’s executive order relating to social media, published by the White House on Thursday May 28, 2020.

Read the full executive order about social media companies that President Trump signed

Here's the full text of the executive order released signed by President Trump that seeks "transparency and accountability from online platforms."

Twitter flags China spokesman's tweet on COVID-19

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Twitter has flagged a tweet written in March by a Chinese government spokesman that suggested the U.S. military brought the novel coronavirus to China, as the social media platform ramps up fact-checking of posts.

Twitter needs to fact-check these tweets from prominent liberals

This week, for the first time, Twitter “fact-checked” one of President Trump’s opinions and redirected users to coverage from that paragon of fairness and objectivity, CNN (don’t

Donald Trump escalates war on Twitter, social media protections

President Donald Trump escalated his war on Twitter and other social media companies Thursday, signing an executive order challenging the lawsuit protections that have served as a bedrock for unfettered speech on the internet.

Tucker Carlson rips social media giants after Trump executive order: 'They're not neutral platforms'

Tucker Carlson blasted social media giants Thursday, saying they failed in their duty to be neutral platforms by arbitrarily censoring speech they deem inappropriate.

Donald Trump signs Executive Order cracking down on social media, while claiming to protect 'free speech'

Denouncing what he said was the power of social media “to shape the interpretation of public events,” President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order on Thursday directing federal regulators to crack down on companies like Twitter and to consider taking away the legal protections that shield them from liability for what gets posted on their platforms

Trump has officially declared war on Twitter and Facebook. Here's the latest on the executive order targeting social media and the reaction at internet companies.

Trump's executive order represents a direct challenge to social media companies like Twitter and Facebook, but legal experts say it faces steep hurdles.

Twitter hits back at Trump’s executive order targeting social media sites

Twitter struck back at President Trump’s executive order targeting social media giants on Thursday, saying it threatens the future of online speech and Internet freedoms. “This EO is a

Trump escalates Twitter, social media war after fact-check move

United States President Donald Trump has escalated his war on social media companies, signing an executive order on Thursday challenging the liability protections in US law that serve as a bedrock for unfettered speech on the internet.

After Trump Fact-Check, Twitter Flags China Official's Tweet On COVID-19

Twitter has flagged a tweet written in March by a Chinese government spokesman that suggested the U.S. military brought the novel coronavirus to China, as the social media platform ramps up fact-checking of posts.

Twitter flags China spokesman's tweet on COVID-19

Twitter fact-checked U.S. President Donald Trump for the first time on Tuesday over his claims about mail-in ballots, under what it says was an extension of a "misleading information policy" aimed at combating misinformation about COVID-19

Twitter flags China spokesman’s tweet on Covid-19

Twitter posted a blue exclamation mark under a tweet by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian, with a comment urging readers to check the facts about Covid-19.

Donald Trump's order taking aim at Twitter is 'bluster': legal experts

An executive order signed by Trump on Thursday directs federal agencies to clarify the scope of a law known as Section 230, which protects internet companies from liability for illegal content posted by users.

Trump moves against social media cos, signs order stripping them of legal immunity

The move comes a day after an angry tirade from Trump against Twitter for labelling two of his tweets.

Trump signs executive order; says social media platforms have 'unchecked power'

Trump-Twitter spat: US President Donald Trump said social media platforms have unchecked power to censor, restrict, edit, shape, hide, and alter virtually any form of communication between private citizens or large public audiences.

Trump move could scrap or weaken law that protects social media companies

Trump wants to "remove or change" a provision of a law known as Section 230 that shields social media companies from liability for content posted by their users.

Twitter Says Trump's Executive Order on Social Media Is 'Reactionary and Politicised'

The executive order followed recent move by Twitter to flag Trump's tweets on mail-in voting with "fact-checks", which the president viewed as another attempt to...

Trump could scrap or weaken law that protects social media companies

Trump wants to “remove or change” a provision of a law known as Section 230 that shields social media companies from liability for content posted by their users.

After fact-checking Donald Trump, now Twitter flags Chinese spokesman's claim that US military brought coronavirus to Wuhan

Twitter posted a blue exclamation mark under a tweet by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian, with a comment urging readers to check the facts about COVID-19.

Trump hits back at social media platforms with an executive order

Mark Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter in Trump fight

Donald Trump remains one of Facebook's top political spenders, although campaign ads comprise a tiny slice of its total revenue.

Trump Executive Order Targets Legal Protections for Social Media Giants

Executive order signed Thursday comes two days after Twitter fact-checked President Trump’s false claims about voting by mail

FCC commissioner says Trump’s Section 230 plan ‘does not work’

There’s a growing rift over the proposal

Donald Trump signs order to strip social media giants of legal protection for policing content

This came just days after Twitter labelled one of his tweets as misleading.

Mark Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter in Trump fight, says it's stronger on free speech than other tech firms

“We have a different policy I think than Twitter on this,” Mark Zuckerberg told Fox News.

After row with Twitter, Trump signs executive order preventing online censorship

"In a country that has long cherished the freedom of expression, we cannot allow a limited number of online platforms to hand pick the speech that Americans may access and convey on the internet. This practice is fundamentally un-American and anti-democratic," the executive order stated.

After Inserting Fact-Check Labels to Trump's Tweets, Twitter Flags China Official's Post on COVID-19

"When did patient zero begin in US? How many people are infected? What are the names of the hospitals? It might be US army who brought the epidemic to Wuhan. Be transparent! Make public your data! US owe us an explanation!" Zhao said in a tweet posted on March 12.

Donald Trump signs an executive order aimed at curbing social media censorship

Earlier this week, Twitter flagged two tweets by Donald Trump. In response, President Trump has signed an executive order that seeks to limit liability protections of social media companies.

Taylor Swift Calls Out Donald Trump Directly for “Stoking the Fires of White Supremacy and Racism”

She even tagged him in her tweet, a first for a singer once criticized for being politically silent.

Trump move could scrap or weaken law that protects social media companies

President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has long protected internet companies, including ...

Trump considering legislation that may scrap law that protects social media companies

President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has long protected internet companies, including ...

Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged

President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally

Donald Trump signs order targeting social media giants’ legal protections after Twitter fact-checks his tweets

The White House seeks to sidestep the provisions giving internet firms immunity by treating them as publishers operating in part of a "public square."

Facebook, Twitter chart divergent paths in face of Trump threats

While Twitter this week slapped unprecedented fact-checks on presidential tweets, Facebook has adopted a more hands-off strategy, saying it wants to be the online equivalent of the public square, shying away from judging which politicians’ statements are true and which are false.

'We're fed up with it': Trump signs executive order following factchecking row with Twitter

Trump said the factchecks were ‘editorial decisions’ by Twitter and amounted to political activism.

YouTube CEO responds to Trump order threatening web protections

The order calls for new regulations to limit liability protections enjoyed by social-media companies if they “engage in censoring or any political conduct.”

Trump’s proposed order on social media could harm one person in particular: Trump

The executive order that Trump signed Thursday seeks to strip liability protection in certain cases for companies like Twitter, Google and Facebook for the content on their sites, meaning they could face legal jeopardy if they allowed false and defamatory posts.

Trump's social media executive order could force social media to censor Trump

There are a lot of legal, ethical, political, and constitutional questions about the executive order President Trump signed Thursday purporting to "defend free speech" by regulating social media companies. But there's also a practical one: Is Trump shooting himself in the foot? Trump's executive order targets Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act, a foundational internet law that shields websites like social media companies from liability for most things users post to their sites. If Trump is successful, Twitter, Google, and Facebook "could face legal jeopardy if they allowed false and defamatory posts," Peter Baker and Daisuke Wakabayashi explain at The New York Times. "Without a liability shield, they presumably would have to be more aggressive about policing messages that press the boundaries — like the president's." "Ironically, Donald Trump is a big beneficiary of Section 230," said Kate Ruane at the American Civil Liberties Union. "If platforms were not immune under the law, then they would…

After Donald Trump, Twitter flags China official’s tweet claiming US military brought COVID-19

Twitter has explained in a statement that it had recently expanded its global rules on managing content that contradicted public health information.

Trump signs order seeking to strip social media freedom

The move comes a day after Twitter labelled two of his tweets with fact-check notices, calling them misleading

Donald Trump signs executive order targeting Twitter after fact-checking row

Donald Trump has signed an executive order targeting Twitter, after the US President was embodied in a fact-checking row with the social media company. US president, Donald Trump threatened to close down social media platforms, a

Facebook, Twitter chart divergent paths in face of Trump threats

Twitter and Facebook have both sparked the ire of Donald Trump, but the social networks have taken nearly opposite approaches to politics and the US president.

Trump targets social media platforms in new executive order

The United States' President, Donald Trump, has signed an executive order aimed at removing some of the legal protections enjoyed by social media platforms.

Flagged Tweets: Trump signs executive order targeting social media 

President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally dubi...

‘We’re Fed Up With it’: Trump Signs Order To Make Bias Accused Social Media Giants Liable For Their Content

Two days after Twitter introduced fact checks that showed up on US President Donald Trump's tweets, Trump on Thursday (28 May) signed an executive order threatening to slash protections for social media companies.

Twitter responds to Trump executive order on social media calling it a 'reactionary and politicized approach to a landmark law'

Twitter wrote that any attempts to unilaterally erode Section 230 threatens "the future of online speech and Internet freedoms."

Twitter hides Trump tweet for violating terms of service on 'glorifying violence'

The tweet was in reference to protests in Minneapolis regarding the death of George Floyd.

Blue State Blues: Donald Trump Is Defending the First Amendment; Joe Biden Is Attacking It

Trump's rhetoric is over-the-top. Yet his actions, as usual, not only obey the First Amendment but reinforce it. Biden would do the opposite.

Twitter responds to Trump executive order on social media calling it a 'reactionary and politicized approach to a landmark law'

Twitter wrote that any attempts to unilaterally erode Section 230 threatens "the future of online speech and Internet freedoms."

Trump 'glorifying violence'

Twitter has added a warning to one of President Donald Trump's tweets about protests in Minneapolis, saying it violated the platform's rules about “glorifying violence."

Trump’s newly-signed executive order targets Twitter and other social media companies

In case you missed it, U.S. President Donald Trump was recently involved in a tiff of sorts with social media giants, Twitter. The basis of the issue stemmed from Twitter’s move to label two of the president’s Tweets as “potentially misleading”, with Trump responding angrily in a series of Tweets on his account, which has 80.4 million followers.

Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter in Trump fight

Trump remain­s one of Facebo­ok’s top politi­cal spende­rs

Senator Ted Cruz Calls For Criminal Investigation of Twitter

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Axios: Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), in a letter Friday to the Justice and Treasury departments, is calling for a criminal investigation of Twitter over allegations the company is violating U.S. sanctions against Iran. Twitter is already under fire from President ...

Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged

President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally dubious act of political revenge.

Twitter adds unprecedented warning to Trump tweet threatening to shoot Minneapolis protesters

Twitter has added an unprecedented warning to a Trump tweet, warning users that the post "glorifies violence".The message was added to a post in which Mr Trump seemed to threatened that people protesting against the death of an unarmed black man in custody could be shot.

Twitter-Trump Tension Mounts on Warning Over Shooting Tweet

Tensions between Twitter Inc. and Donald Trump soared after the social-media platform warned users that the president broke its rules against violent speech, prompting critics to accuse the company of unfairly censoring one of its most prominent users.

Executive order by Donald Trump 'a shot across the bow' for social media

A US executive order taking aim at firms such as Twitter has been described as a 'shot across the...

Twitter labels Trump tweet as ‘glorifying violence’

U.S. president had said ‘when the looting starts, the shooting starts’ regarding protests in Minnesota.

Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter in Trump fight

Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg took pains to distance his company from Twitter and its fight with US President Donald Trump on Thursday, as the White House moved to scrap a law protecting social media companies.

Explained: What's in the US law protecting internet companies?

US President Donald Trump is expected to order a review of a federal law known as Section 230, which protects internet companies like Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet's Google from being responsible

Explainer: What's in the US law protecting internet companies?

US President Donald Trump is expected to order a review of a federal law known as Section 230, which protects internet companies like Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet's Google from being responsible

Twitter hides Trump and White House tweets over 'glorification of violence'

Twitter has hidden one of two recent tweets from US President Donald Trump, saying it “violated the Twitter rules about glorifying violence.”

Twitter Restricts Trump Tweet for “Glorifying Violence”

""This Tweet violated the Twitter rules about glorifying violence"

Twitter says Trump Minneapolis post broke rules by glorifying violence

Twitter Inc., which this week earned U.S. President Donald Trump’s ire by posting fact-check notices next to some of his tweets, has put up a rule-violatio

Trump’s Social-Media Order Attacked and Probably Won’t Work

President Donald Trump unleashed an executive order targeting social media companies like Twitter Inc. that have drawn his wrath -- an effort subject to immediate doubts about its constitutionality and whether it would actually deliver its intended punch.

In the middle of a global pandemic, Twitter takes on Trump

A huge debate rages on about what exactly is a fair balance between liberty and lies

Twitter now calls out US President Donald Trump for glorifying violence, restricts his tweet

Just days after it fact-checked one of the tweets made by US President Donald Trump, Twitter has now called out another of his tweet for glorifying violence and has hidden it behind a public notice.

Twitter restricts new Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence’

But it didn’t take down the tweet because it’s in the "public interest"

The Empire Strikes Back: Twitter Flags Trump's Tweet on Minneapolis for ‘Glorifying Violence’

On Thursday evening, Donald Trump signed an executive order that could open the door for federal regulators to fine online platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook, and...

Trump's executive order cracking down on 'online censorship' has nothing to do with free speech

The move could scare social media giants away from even modest moderation of disinformation — an outcome that serves Trump's political aims.

Commentary: Twitter struck fair balance between liberty, fact

Twitter did not remove President Trump’s tweet. Its small label informed people how to ‘get the facts.’

Trump signs executive order against ‘anti-conservative bias’ on social media 

President Donald Trump lashed out at social media Thursday accusing it of anti-conservative bias which he called one of the greatest threats

Trump's executive order cracking down on 'online censorship' has nothing to do with free speech

The move could scare social media giants away from even modest moderation of disinformation — an outcome that serves Trump's political aims.

Twitter Slaps Notice on Trump Minneapolis Tweet, Saying It Glorifies Violence

The tweet "violated the Twitter rules about glorifying violence. However, Twitter has determined that it may be in the public’s interest for the tweet to remain accessible."

Twitter Just Slapped Trump With A Content Warning For “Glorifying Violence”

Social networking platform Twitter has flagged a tweet made by President Donald Trump for allegedly "glorifying violence."

Trump’s Twitter spat puts social media firms on collision course with Europe

The EU and the US take different stances on how Facebook, Twitter and Google should police online content.

Twitter flags another Trump tweet, this time hiding it from view

"This Tweet violated the Twitter Rules about glorifying violence."

Twitter hides Trump’s Minneapolis tweet and labels it for ‘glorifying violence’

Twitter has placed a warning label over a tweet by President Trump that seemed to call for violence against protestors in Minneapolis.

Twitter adds warning to Trump's Minneapolis tweet for 'glorifying violence'

'Any difficulty and we will assume control but, when the looting starts, shooting starts'

After fact-check, Twitter flags Donald Trump’s tweet for ‘glorifying violence’

Twitter has restricted users from liking, commenting or retweeting President Donald Trump's tweet, except for a quoted retweet.

Twitter conceals Trump tweet, ramping up dispute

WASHINGTON: Twitter concealed one of Donald Trump’s tweets on Friday for “glorifying violence,” ramping up a dispute with the US president who says social media companies censor conservative voices like his. In a move bound to infuriate one of the platform’s most followed users, Twitter said it was placing a “public interest notice” on a Trump tweet about violent protests in

Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged

President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally dubious act of political revenge.

Trump's order taking aim at Twitter is 'bluster': Legal experts

US President Donald Trump's attempt to curb what he says is social media censorship is a political gambit and will not change the legal obligations of companies like Twitter Inc and Facebook Inc, according to legal experts.

The President Versus the Mods

President Trump’s taking aim at Twitter for fact-checking his tweets is part of a long tradition upheld by aggrieved internet trolls. The stakes are high.

Trump targets social media with executive order to limit liability protection

The White House has called on the FCC to regulate whether social media are liable for content posted on their platforms. An executive order issued by President Donald Trump instructed the Commerce Department to start a consultation at the FCC on enforcing part of the Communications Decency Act, a law from 1996 that protects online platforms from liability for user content. Trump claims some social media may not be protected by the law, as they have gone beyond 'good faith' efforts to remove objectionable content and started stifling free speech. 

Twitter adds 'glorifying violence' warning to Trump tweet

Twitter has added a warning to one of U.S. President Donald Trump's tweets about protests in Minneapolis, saying it violated the platform's rules about 'glorifying violence.'

Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence'

The social media site added a warning label to a tweet by the US president which referenced ‘shooting' when looting starts in Minneapolis.

Defying Trump, Twitter doubles down on labelling tweets

Twitter has continued to add new fact-checking labels to hundreds of tweets, even as the Trump administration issued an executive order to curtail the legal protections that shield social media companies from liability for the content posted on their platforms.

Twitter obscures, warns on Trump tweet 'glorifying violence'

Trump, a prolific Twitter user, has been at war with the company since earlier this week, when it applied fact checks to two of his tweets about mail-in ballots.

Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence’

The social media site added a warning label to a tweet by the US president which referenced ‘shooting’ when looting starts in Minneapolis.

Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence’

The social media site added a warning label to a tweet by the US president which referenced ‘shooting’ when looting starts in Minneapolis.

Despite Trump's recent executive orders, Twitter is not backing down on deploying its policies against the US president

Twitter has placed public interest notice on a few tweets by Trump warning users that the post

Twitter flags China spokesman's tweet on COVID-19

Twitter has flagged a tweet written in March by a Chinese government spokesman that suggested the U.S. military brought the novel coronavirus to ...

Twitter blocks Trump’s tweet that threatened to shoot looters in Minnesota

Hours after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order seeking to bring greater regulation to social media companies, Twitter continued its moderation of Mr Trump’s tweets.The social media

Twitter hides Trump’s tweet ‘glorifying violence’ as face-off continues

Twitter has flagged a tweet from United States President Donald Trump which it said violated its rules about "glorifying violence."

Twitter conceals Trump tweet, ramping up dispute

Twitter concealed one of Donald Trump's tweets on Friday for "glorifying violence," ramping up a dispute with the US president who says social media companies censor conservative voices like his.

Twitter adds warning to Trump's Minneapolis tweet for 'glorifying violence'

Twitter has added a warning on one of Donald Trump's latest tweets about the Minneapolis protests, saying it violated the platform's rules about "glorifying violence". The US President tweeted "when the looting starts, the shooting starts”, following riots sparked by the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man was suffocated as a white police officer knelled on his neck in Minneapolis.

Trump’s social-media order may fail, but scores political points

Trump, who uses Twitter to bypass the mainstream media and communicate directly with his base, is stoking the fight just as his re-election in November is increasingly at risk over his handling of the pandemic, which has killed more than 100,000 people and forced millions out of work.

Why Twitter labeled Trump’s tweets as misleading and Facebook didn’t

Twitter took a novel approach to challenging the president, but Facebook chose not to follow

Trump's Final Executive Order On Social Media Deliberately Removed Reference To Importance Of Newspapers To Democracy

We wrote a detailed breakdown of the President's silly, nonsensical, legally wrong Executive Order regarding social media...

Trump move could scrap or weaken law that protects social media companies

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said he will introduce legislation that may scrap or weaken a law that has protected internet companies, ...

Trump signs order seeking to strip social media freedom

The move comes a day after Twitter labelled two of his tweets with fact-check notices, calling them misleading

Dave Batista: WWE legend blasts Trump over response to George Floyd’s death

The response of the US President Donald Trump to protests in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd has angered WWE legend Dave Batista, Daily Star reports

Twitter adds ‘glorifying violence’ warning to Trump tweet | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> Twitter has added a warning to one of President Donald J. Trump’s tweets about protests in Minneapolis, saying it violated the platform’s rules about “glorifying violence.”

Trump's order taking aim at Twitter is 'bluster': Legal experts

U.S. President Donald Trump's attempt to curb what he says is social media censorship is a political gambit and will not change the legal ...

Trump's order taking aim at Twitter is 'bluster': legal experts

U.S. President Donald Trump's attempt to curb what he says is social media censorship is a political gambit and will not change the legal ...

Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged

President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for content on their platforms in a move slammed by his critics as a legally dubious act of political revenge.

Trump signs order targeting social media after tweets flagged

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump signed an order on Thursday (May 28) seeking to strip social media giants like Twitter of legal immunity for ...

Twitter Censors Trump Tweet, Accuses Him of 'Glorifying Violence'

Twitter has hidden a tweet by President Donald Trump on the Minneapolis riots behind a public notice accusing him of "glorifying violence". 

What's in the law protecting internet companies - and can Trump change it?

REUTERS: U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to order a review of a federal law known as Section 230, which protects internet companies like ...

Explained: Trump’s order targeting social media sites

US News: President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday targeting legal protections that keep people from suing social media websites. The move foll

Twitter says Trump Minneapolis post broke rules, glorified violence

Twitter Inc., which this week earned U.S. President Donald Trump’s ire by posting fact-check notices next to some of his tweets, has put up a rule-violation notice on one of his most recent missives.

Trump’s Warped Definition of Free Speech

The president is attempting to bring social-media platforms into his authoritarian infrastructure—or otherwise censor them.

Twitter places warning label on Trump tweet about Minneapolis protests

Twitter placed a warning label on one of President Trump's tweets about the protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota over George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody.

Trump action against social media firms ‘political theatrics’, says expert

Social media expert Matt Navarra said the US President’s executive order aimed at online platforms was unlikely to change sites for users.

Racist History Behind Trump’s Threat to Shoot Minneapolis Protesters Spurs Twitter to Act

Donald Trump’s bloodthirsty threat to have protesters in Minneapolis shot echoed the words used by a racist Miami police chief in the 1960s.

Trump will relish an ‘us versus them’ free speech fight – but Twitter is right to finally take a stand against his incendiary words

Donald Trump always enjoys a fight that will fire up his supporter base – and Twitter has just handed him one.

Twitter flags Donald Trump's 'when the looting starts the shooting starts' threat for 'inciting violence' AGAIN after he repeats it on White House account amid furious attacks at platform for 'targeting' him

President Trump lashed out at Twitter Friday morning for covering up his tweet with a warning label that said it was 'glorifying violence.'

Trump accuses Twitter of unfair targeting after company labels tweet 'glorifying violence'

President Trump on Friday accused Twitter of unfairly targeting himself and other Republicans, just hours after the social media giant said one of his tweets overnight violated the company’s policies

Harvard Grads Told Truth Is a Matter of Life & Death

The Washington Post’s top editor told Harvard University graduates Thursday that facts and truth have become "matters of life and death," and he warned that some leaders continue to "undermine the very idea of objective fact, all in pursuit of political gain."

Donald Trump escalates Twitter feud by cross-posting blocked message

Trump has been fighting with Twitter all week.

Twitter accuses Donald Trump of ‘glorifying violence’; attaches disclaimer to one of his Minneapolis tweet

In a thread, Twitter said it had taken the action "in the interest of preventing others from being inspired to commit violent acts".

After Donald Trump silenced, Twitter and White House now fighting tweet war in full public display

After Twitter hid one of the tweets made by Donald Trump behind a public notice, the official White House account is now tweeting the same tweet and is trolling Twitter.

Trump Is the Looter

The president is exposing problems in America that most did not want to see.

Let’s go through Trump’s terrible internet censorship order, line by line

It’s worse than we thought.

Jimmy Kimmel: 'If Trump is so mad at Twitter, why doesn’t he stop using it?'

With most late-night hosts still on vacation, Jimmy Kimmel recaps Trump’s fight with the platform he can’t quit

Twitter hides Trump tweet from public, says it glorifies violence

It came just hours after Trump signed an executive order threatening Silicon Valley social media firms with new regulations over free speech.

White House dares Twitter in war over Trump tweets

The tit-for-tat marks a new escalation in the row between Twitter and Donald Trump, who has more than 80 million followers and uses tweets daily to announce policies, attack opponents, and comment on breaking news

Twitter Hits Trump With Content Warning for Tweet 'Glorifying Violence'

Trump's tweet is now hidden, with Twitter's warning taking its place, and users must click through a link if they want to view it

Taylor Swift Calls Donald Trump Out Directly for ‘Stoking the Fires of White Supremacy and Racism'

She even tagged him in her tweet, a first for a singer once criticized for being politically silent.

Ted Cruz wants Twitter investigated over Iran sanctions compliance

A new front in Trump’s spat with the platform.

Twitter flags Trump's tweet again; says it violated rules about 'glorifying violence'

The move came after Trump tweeted that

Joe Biden doesn’t like Trump’s Twitter order, but still wants to revoke Section 230

But he wants to spur more moderation, not less

Twitter isn’t a government, but it’s the best one we’ve got

As the president rages, Twitter finds its courage

Donald Trump DEFENDS his 'when looting starts, shooting stats' tweet saying 'it means when there's looting people get shot and they die' as he reveals he spoke to George Floyd's 'terrific' family

President Trump defended his use of ''when looting starts, shooting stats' telling reporters Friday afternoon that he didn't know it had racist origins.

Trump Is Doing All of This for Zuckerberg

The new executive order targeting social-media companies isn’t really about Twitter.

Twitter, Reddit Blast Social Media Disclosure Rules for Visa Applicants

Twitter, Reddit and a lobbying group for internet companies are supporting filmmakers in a lawsuit challenging a policy that requires visa applicants to register their social media handles with the U.S. government.

Leaked posts show Facebook employees asking the company to remove Trump’s threat of violence

"If we fail the test case here, history will not judge us kindly," an employee says. The Facebook posts were cross-posted from Twitter, which took action against them.

Here's what Facebook employees are saying about Zuckerberg's decision not to remove Trump's threats of violence

“If we fail the test case here, history will not judge us kindly.” Leaked internal Facebook posts reveal that Facebook employees are horrified that Mark Zuckerberg and C-suite executives refuse to …

Twitter restricts President’s tweet

The company says Trump’s post violated its rules against glorifying violence

Twitter flags Trump, White House for 'glorifying violence'

"We've taken action in the interest of preventing others from being inspired to commit violent acts," a spokesman for the social media company said.

What is Section 230 and what does Trump’s order mean?

President Donald Trump signed an executive order curtailing Section 230 of the federal Communications Decency Act on Thursday, directly challenging a law that protects tech giants like Twitter from

'Consumed by TDS': Cruz rips Bill Kristol for supporting Twitter following Trump executive order

Sen. Ted Cruz responded to criticism from Bill Kristol by saying the political commentator has become so “consumed” with “Trump derangement syndrome” that he has been rendered “unrecognizable.”

Twitter has more tools to use against Donald Trump, if it chooses

Twitter's moves to label or hide comments from President Donald Trump have escalated a feud between the social network and the White House, but there could be more to come. The messaging platform has

Matt Gaetz files an FEC complaint against Twitter for 'domestic election interference'

Rep. Matt Gaetz filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission against Twitter after the social media giant issued a fact-check on one of President Trump's tweets about absentee ballots.

Minneapolis terrorist who knelt on man’s neck charged with murder

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday and charged with murder in a case that sparked protests across the United States and violence in Minneapolis.

Columbus protest over George Floyd's death turns violent

Protesters angry over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody turned out for a demonstration in Columbus that began peacefully but turned violent, leaving smashed storefront windows al

Thousands rally in Houston to protest George Floyd's death

In Houston, the city where George Floyd grew up, several thousand people shut down a downtown freeway Friday as they marched after a rally to protest his death while in police custody in Minneapolis.

Des Moines police use tear gas after George Floyd rally

Des Moines police used tear gas to disperse a crowd of several hundred people who gathered Friday night near the downtown police headquarters after a peaceful rally earlier in the evening.

'I can't breathe': White House locked down as crowd protests death of George Floyd

The White House was on lockdown Friday night as hundreds of demonstrators gathered in adjacent Lafayette Park chanting,

Photos: Fire and Protests in the Twin Cities

A third day of protests took place yesterday in Minneapolis and St. Paul, over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis, after an officer kneeled on his neck and ignored his pleas that he couldn’t breathe.

Protests Erupt Across The Country As Minneapolis Police Precinct Burns

President Trump threatened to send in the military and shoot protestors in Minneapolis, declaring, “When the looting starts, the shooting starts.”

7 People Shot In Louisville—1 In Critical Condition—As Violent Protests Erupt Across The Country

Protesters were demanding justice for Breonna Taylor, a black woman who was killed by police in her home in March.

Minneapolis burns

MINNEAPOLIS, United States (AP) — Violent protests over the death of a black man in...

George Floyd killing: Minneapolis protests escalate

Angry crowds set a police precinct on fire as protests continue over the police killing of a handcuffed black man. The Minnesota governor has called on the national guard and a local emergency has been declared.

Demonstrators Flood Columbus Streets To Protest Police Violence, George Floyd’s Death

Columbus police are standing by and have blocked off North High Street at Broad Street downtown to stop the protests from marching further.

George Floyd: President Trump Threatens To Send Military Against Protesters As Minneapolis Police Precinct Set Ablaze

The angry protesters continued the overnight protest for the third night setting fire on the Minneapolis third precinct as officers were forced to flee.

Police precinct in flames in US protest over death of black man

A police precinct in Minnesota went up in flames late Thursday in a third day of demonstrations as the so-called Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul seethed over the shocking police killing of a

Violent protests in Minneapolis over police killing of black man

Fires continued to burn and one person was dead in Minneapolis of angry protests over the police killing of an African American man while in custody.

George Floyd Protest In New York Met With "Aggressive" Police Response, Multiple Arrests

Videos show protesters chanting "I Can't Breathe" — the final words of both Eric Garner and now Floyd, who died on Monday after a Minneapolis officer, pressed his knee into Floyd's neck

Death of US black man in custody sparks clashes

Washington : Clashes erupted between protesters and police in the US city of Minneapolis over the death of an unarmed black man in police custody, the media reported.Video footage emerged showing, George Floyd, 46, groaning "please, I can't breathe"

US braces for more protests over police killing of George Floyd

Hundreds of people began marching in Minneapolis in the late afternoon, while in St. Paul, just to the east, police said there was ongoing looting.

George Floyd protests in NYC turn violent: Officers punched, pelted, more than 40 people arrested

New York City police arrested more than 40 demonstrators Thursday evening after violent protests that followed the death of a man in police custody in Minnesota earlier in the week, police said.

Protesters Take Over and Set Fire to Minneapolis Police Precinct Over George Floyd Death

Protestors reportedly took control of the Minneapolis Police Department's (MPD) 3rd Precinct late Thursday night in apparent retribution over the death of George Floyd earlier this week.

George Floyd protesters unleash fury, Trump threatens military action

President Donald Trump blasted the “total lack of leadership” and tweeted: “Just spoke to Governor Tim Walz and told him that the Military is with him all the way. Any difficulty ...

National Guard called to respond to Minneapolis violence

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called in the National Guard on Thursday as looting broke out in St. Paul and a wounded Minneapolis braced for more violence after rioting over the death of George Floyd, a ...

What You Need To Understand About George Floyd’s Killing And The Minneapolis Protests

Floyd died on Monday after a police officer kneeled on his neck during his arrest.

Anarchy Engulfs Minneapolis: Police, Firefighters Stand Down As Rioters Burn City to the Ground

[WARNING: This post contains some strong language]Our own Julio Rosas

Protesters Set Minneapolis Police Precinct on Fire

As protests continue in Minneapolis, MN following the death of George Floyd, the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct was set on fire. The building was ...

Shots fired during Denver protest of Minneapolis man's death

DENVER — Shots were fired and protesters blocked traffic during a demonstration in downtown Denver to protest the death of a handcuffed black man during a confrontation with a white police officer in Minnesota, authorities said. There were no immediate reports of injuries.

7 shot at Louisville protest over fatal police shooting

Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency medical tech, was shot eight times on March 13 after Louisville narcotics detectives knocked down the front door. No drugs were found in the home.

Twin Cities area faces third night of protests after death of George Floyd

The Twin Cities area is facing its third consecutive night of protests Thursday evening in response to George Floyd’s death.

Shots fired during Denver protest of George Floyd’s death

No immediate reports of injuries; shots were reportedly fired as protesters leaving

Violent protests over George Floyd death spread beyond Minneapolis

The Minneapolis unrest ravaged several blocks in the Longfellow neighborhood, with scattered rioting reaching for miles across the city. It was the second consecutive night of violent protests following Floyd’s death Monday.

Shots fired at Denver protest over George Floyd as protesters block freeway

Shooting reported near Capitol but no immediate injuries as mayor calls on demonstrators to ‘leave weapons at home’

Shots fired during Denver protest of Minneapolis man’s death

The shooting happened in a park near the Capitol after people gathered to protest the death of a handcuffed black man during a confrontation with a white police officer in Minnesota. No immediate reports of injuries.

National Guard called to respond to Minneapolis violence

US News: Minnesota governor Tim Walz called in the National Guard on Thursday as looting broke out in St. Paul and a wounded Minneapolis braced for more violen

Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police

MINNEAPOLIS, May 29 — Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis yesterday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck. The latest spasm of unrest in...

Minneapolis police fire tear gas on crowd near Third Precinct; large fire erupts nearby

Police in Minneapolis tried to disperse a crowd gathering near the city’s Third Precinct on Thursday night, firing “flash bang” shots and then tear gas, according to reports.

Minneapolis Third Precinct police station set on fire after rioters break in

The Third Precinct police station in Minneapolis was set ablaze Thursday night as violent protests continued in the city -- and other cities across the U.S. -- following Monday's death of George Floyd, a black man who died while in police custody.

‘400 Years of Anger’: Minneapolis Police Station Set Ablaze as Trump Threatens to ‘Start Shooting’

MINNEAPOLIS—Protesters demanding action over the death of 46-year-old George Floyd took over the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct late Thursday and set the building ablaze.Video from the scene showed demonstrators chanting “I can’t breathe” and cheering as the building was breached,

Driver runs over protester at George Floyd protest in Denver

There is no word on the condition of the protester.

Shots fired during ‘tense’ George Floyd protests in Denver

Shots were fired at a George Floyd demonstration in Denver Thursday evening, with one protester filmed being run over after an altercation with a driver. The shooting occurred in a park across the

7 shot at Louisville protest over fatal police shooting

At least seven people were shot Thursday night in Louisville as protesters turned out to demand justice for Breonna Taylor, a black woman fatally shot by police in her home in March. Louisville Metro Police confirmed in a statement early Friday that there were at least seven shooting victims, at…

Protesters enter Minneapolis police station, set fires

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Protesters angered by the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died while in police custody, gained access to a Minneapolis police precinct on Thursday, the third straight night of violent protests spreading beyond the city.Livestream video showed the protesters entering the building, where fire alarms blared and sprinklers ran as blazes were set. Police appeared to have left the building located in the neighborhood not far from where Floyd died Monday. A spokesman didn’t immediately respond to messages left by The Associated Press.In footage recorded by a bystander, Floyd can be seen pleading that he can’t breathe as Officer Derek Chauvin, who is white, kneels on his neck. As minutes p

'When the looting starts, the shooting starts': Trump weighs in on Minneapolis protests

Protesters set a police precinct building on fire in Minneapolis as riots spread to neighbouring St Paul, amid anger over the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man in police custody.

George Floyd protesters breach Minneapolis police precinct, set it on fire

Chaos and mayhem took over the streets of Minneapolis on Thursday night as protesters stormed a police precinct and set it ablaze in an explosion of anger over the death of George Floyd. The

Minneapolis police station breached, set on fire as George Floyd protests intensify

A Minneapolis police station was set on fire Thursday night, as protesters continued to demonstrate against the death of George Floyd. Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, died on Monday after a white police officer kneeled on his neck. Protesters have gathered outside of the 3rd Precinct station every night since, and earlier in the evening, officers were on the roof, firing tear gas and flash bangs in an attempt to disperse the crowd. As the night progressed, the mood shifted, with some protesters becoming aggressive. A fire was started in a nearby pawn shop, and after demonstrators were able to gain access to the 3rd Precinct, it was quickly set ablaze. The Minneapolis Police Department confirmed that "protesters forcibly entered the building and have ignited several fires," and all of the precinct's staff was evacuated. Protesters are still standing outside the burning building, with some setting off fireworks and others shouting, "What's his name? George, George." Catherine Garcia A group here has now set fire…

Minneapolis police station set on fire, police retreat

Thursday marked the third straight day of protests in Minneapolis following the Monday death of George Floyd, a black Minnesota man who died in police custody.

Minneapolis police station set on fire, police retreat

Thursday marked the third straight day of protests in Minneapolis following the Monday death of George Floyd, a black Minnesota man who died in police custody.

Dozens Arrested at NYC Protests over Floyd's Death in Minneapolis

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump ordered the FBI and the Department of Justice to investigate the "tragic death" of 46-year-old Minneapolis resident George Floyd.

Protests seen in Denver, Columbus, Louisville after George Floyd death

A protest in Denver over the death of George Floyd escalated Thursday evening as demonstrators blocked traffic and vandalized property near the Colorado Statehouse.

Rioters Breach, Burn Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct

Rioters in Minneapolis breached the city police department's third precinct and set fires, according to numerous eyewitness accounts.

Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police

MINNEAPOLIS — Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.

Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police

Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck. The latest spasm of unrest in…

7 people shot at protest in Louisville

Several people were shot at a large protest Thursday evening in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, as people gathered to demand justice in the shooting death of Breonna Taylor.

George Floyd protesters set Minneapolis police station afire

MINNEAPOLIS — Cheering protesters broke into a Minneapolis police precinct station on Thursday after the department abandoned it, setting it ablaze and setting off fireworks as three days of violent protests spread to nearby St.

George Floyd: Police department building goes up in flames during third night of protests

Minnesota's governor Tim Walz has activated the National Guard to help police restore order amid continuing protests over the death of unarmed black man George Floyd

Minneapolis Police Station Set on Fire, as George Floyd Killing Protests Continue

A police spokesman confirmed late Thursday that staff had evacuated the 3rd precinct station, the focus of many of the protests, “in the interest of the safety of our personnel" shortly after 10 p.m.

Protesters set fire to US police station following arrested black man’s death

George Floyd’s neck was kneeled on by a police officer during his arrest.

Protesters set fire to US police station following arrested black man’s death

George Floyd’s neck was knelt on by a police officer during his arrest.

Minneapolis police station set on fire amid protest over killing of George Floyd

A Minneapolis police station has been set on fire amid mounting protests over the killing by police of an unarmed black man. On the third straight day of protests over the killing of George Floyd,

George Floyd protesters set Minneapolis police station afire

Protesters could be seen setting fire to a Minneapolis Police Department jacket and cheering.

Trump weighs in on Minneapolis protests, threatens more violence

President Trump threatened to send the National Guard into Minneapolis, where the National Guard has already been activated and deployed by Gov. Tim Walz (D), in a tweeted response early Friday to the chaotic protests, fires, and looting in the Twin Cities. "These THUGS are dishonoring the memory of George Floyd, and I won't let that happen," Trump tweeted, referring to the violent death that sparked three days of protests, so far. "Any difficulty and we will assume control but, when the looting starts, the shooting starts. Thank you!" ....These THUGS are dishonoring the memory of George Floyd, and I won’t let that happen. Just spoke to Governor Tim Walz and told him that the Military is with him all the way. Any difficulty and we will assume control but, when the looting starts, the shooting starts. Thank you! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 29, 2020 On Monday, a white police officer, Derek Chauvin, kneeled on Floyd's neck for nearly 10 minutes after handcuffing him in a forgery investigation. Floyd…

'The windows are broken': Ohio Statehouse breached by protesters early Friday morning

Protesters in Columbus, Ohio, breached the Statehouse early Friday morning amid violent clashes with police.

Fighting racial injustice with arson? Protesters set Minneapolis police precinct on fire where George Floyd died

George Floyd death: Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged police killing

George Floyd, 46, was seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck. The African-American man's death has led to days of protests and unrest.

Officer Charged With George Floyd's Death as Protests Flare

The group marched peacefully for three hours before another confrontation with police broke out, though details were scarce.

Trump blasts Minneapolis mayor, vows military support if needed

President Trump took to Twitter early Friday to vow military support for the governor of Minnesota after another night of violent protest in Minneapolis, which included a police station being overrun and set on fire.

National Guard deployed to Minneapolis following third night of protests over black man's death

Demonstrations have been sparked by those angered at a video showing 46-year-old George Floyd’s arrest.

Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police

MINNEAPOLIS — Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.

At least 7 shot, 1 critically, during Breonna Taylor protest in Louisville

At least seven people were shot, one critically, in Louisville, Ky. Thursday night during a protest over the fatal police shooting of a black woman in her home in March, the Louisville Metro Police confirmed.

7 shot at Louisville protest over fatal police shooting

At least seven people were shot in Louisville as protesters turned out to demand justice for Breonna Taylor, a black woman fatally shot by police in her home in March.

Mother of Louisville police shooting victim calls for peace

Looking to defuse tensions in Louisville over the fatal shooting of a black woman by police who broke down her door, the victim's mother on Friday called on protesters to continue demanding justice but to do it in 'the right way without hurting each other.'

Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police

MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.

Police precinct in flames in US protest over death of black man

Sympat­hy protes­ts also erupte­d in other cities­

7 shot at Louisville protest over fatal police shooting

Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency medical tech, was shot eight times on March 13 after Louisville narcotics detectives knocked down the front door. No drugs were found in the home.

Mother of Louisville police shooting victim calls for peace

Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency medical tech, was shot eight times on March 13 after Louisville narcotics detectives knocked down the front door. No drugs were found in the home.

Seven people shot in Louisville during protests over death of Breonna Taylor

Seven people were shot in Louisville, Kentucky, on Thursday night as protests broke out over the shooting death of Breonna Taylor, reports said. Hundreds of protesters stormed through the street in

Mother of Louisville police shooting victim calls for peace

Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency medical tech, was shot eight times on March 13 after Louisville narcotics detectives knocked down the front door. No drugs were found in the home.

Car ploughs into George Floyd protesters on third night of unrest across America

The driver can be seen ramming his car towards crowds protesting in Denver after footage emerged showing George Floyd, 46, gasping for breath as white officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for several minutes

Seven shot at police protest

At least seven people were shot in Kentucky as hundreds of protesters converged on Louisville City Hall demanding justice for Breonna Taylor, a black woman who was fatally shot in March by police who broke down her door.

‘Why Us?’ Protests over Floyd death spread beyond Minneapolis

Floyd’s death has deeply shaken the country and sparked protests across US as local leaders repeatedly urge demonstrators to avoid violence

Trump says 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' with military threat

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Minneapolis police station set on fire amid protests over killing of George Floyd

A police station in Minneapolis was set on fire on Thursday evening as protests over the killing of George Floyd continued for a third day.

George Floyd death: Donald Trump calls protestors ‘thugs’, demonstrations continue in Minneapolis

The president also said that he will send the National Guard troops and ‘get the job done right’ if Mayor Jacob Frey failed to bring the city under control.

'When the looting starts, the shooting starts': Trump weighs in on Minneapolis protests

Protesters set a police precinct building on fire in Minneapolis as riots spread to neighbouring St Paul, amid anger over the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man in police custody.

Minneapolis police station torched amid George Floyd death protests

Three days of unrest were sparked by video footage of a black man dying after a white police officer knelt on his throat.

Video shows a protester in Denver getting hit by a car during a mass demonstration over George Floyd's death

"I was absolutely shocked by video evidence of a motorist attempting to run over a protester," Colorado's governor said.

Minneapolis officer charged with George Floyd’s death as protests flare

The police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday and charged with murder in a case that sparked protests across the United States and violence in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis officer charged with George Floyd’s death as protests flare

The police officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested Friday and charged with murder in a case that sparked protests across the United States and violence in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis: Officer that knelt on George Floyd's neck charged

Floyd, an unarmed black man, was handcuffed by police and later died in custody.

PHOTOS: Minneapolis burns after racially charged police killing of George Floyd

The fatal arrest of an African-American man in the U.S. city of Minnesota has sparked countrywide protests; his death was reminiscent of the 2014 killing in New York City of Eric Garner, who was put in a banned police chokehold and was heard saying, "I can't breathe."

Minneapolis protests escalate over George Floyd killing – in pictures

Minneapolis was rocked by a third night of protests on Thursday over the death of George Floyd, as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets and fires erupted around the city, including at a police precinct

Several shot at Louisville protest over fatal police shooting

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky: At least seven people were shot in Louisville as protesters turned out to demand justice for Breonna Taylor, a black woman fatally shot by police in her home in March. Louisville Metro Police confirmed in a statement early Friday that there were at least seven shooting victims, at least one of whom is in critical condition. The statement said there were

Multiple Shots Fired at George Floyd Solidarity Demonstration in Denver - Video

Earlier in the day, US President Donald Trump assured Minnesota Governor Tim Walz that the military is ready to provide assistance and quell the ongoing unrest in...

Brother of George Floyd: 'I just want justice'

Philonise Floyd, the brother of George Floyd, a Black man who died earlier this week after a white police officer pinned him down with his knee for several minutes, said he just wants justice for his brother.

Minneapolis police station torched amid George Floyd protest

Cheering protesters torched a Minneapolis police station Thursday that the department was forced to abandon as three days of violent protests spread to nearby St. Paul and angry demonstrations flared across the U.S over the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer kneeled on his neck.

AP photo of flag-bearing Minnesota protester goes viral

The image swiftly went viral.

Civil unrest rages in Minneapolis over racially charged killing by police

Peaceful rallies gave way to a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in Minneapolis on Thursday as protesters vented their rage over the death of a black man seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.

Man dies in Minneapolis protest as white woman stabbing looters plays victim

With the murder George Floyd on Memorial Day at the hands of white police officer Derek M. Chauvin, protesters took to the street to deman justice for him.

Reports of shots fired outside the Colorado State Capitol amid protests over the death of George Floyd

State Rep. Leslie Herod said she went outside to observe the protests over the death of George Floyd when "someone shot into the crowd."

US braces for more protests over police killing of black man

Authorities in Minneapolis and its sister city St. Paul got reinforcements from the National Guard on Thursday as they girded for fresh protests and violence over the shocking police killing of a handcuffed black man.

Photos: Violent protests in Minneapolis over the police killing of George Floyd

Video of the arrest showed a police officer pressing his knee into Floyd's neck

George Floyd killing: fires erupt in Minneapolis as US rocked by third night of protests

Minnesota governor calls in national guard amid unrest as demonstrations broke out in New York, Colorado and California

‘Why Us?’ Protests over Floyd death spread beyond Minneapolis

Floyd’s death has deeply shaken the country and sparked protests across US as local leaders repeatedly urge demonstrators to avoid violence

Protests in George Floyd's death turn violent in Brooklyn; cops injured, hundreds arrested

Protests in Brooklyn that started off peacefully Friday quickly turned violent, with a dozen NYPD officers injured and at least 200 arrests, police cars set ablaze and the door and windows of the 88th Precinct in Clinton Hill vandalized.

Protests in George Floyd's death turn violent in Brooklyn; cops injured, hundreds arrested

Protests in Brooklyn that started off peacefully Friday quickly turned violent, with a dozen NYPD officers injured and at least 200 arrests, police cars set ablaze and the door and windows of the 88th Precinct in Clinton Hill vandalized.

Foley Square protest planned Friday following George Floyd police custody death

Friday's planned protest over the death of George Floyd comes one day after 72 people were arrested in a similar protest.

Minneapolis police precinct burns as George Floyd protests erupt across the nation

Protesters breached and burned a Minneapolis police precinct on Thursday night as unrest continued to rock the city following the death of George Floyd.

40 arrested in NYC over protests against black man's death

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George Floyd death: Minneapolis clashes run into third night

Images show how unrest spread in Minnesota after the death of George Floyd in police custody.

Breaking: Protesters set Minneapolis police station on fire over death of George Floyd

Following the alleged killing of George Floyd, an African-America man, by a police officer, protesters, Friday stormed Minneapolis police

Trump warns of military action as protests against George Floyd's killing continue in Minnesota

"When the looting starts, the shooting starts," Trump warns in tweet flagged by Twitter for violating platform's rules.

Minnesota police arrest black CNN reporter live on air

Omar Jiminez was reporting live at the scene of protests against the death of George Floyd when police arrested him and his crew without giving a reason.

Stabbings, stun guns and tear gas: The escalating violence on the streets of Minneapolis.

"It's like a modern day war zone."

CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in Minneapolis

CNN posts a footage of correspondent Omar Jimenez speaking calmly to police with batons and riot helmets, then being handcuffed and taken away

Protesters set Minneapolis police station on fire

“When the looting starts, the shooting starts,” responds Trump

Minneapolis mayor declares 8pm curfew as fourth night of carnage looms and Minnesota Gov. admits 'abject failure' in trying to control George Floyd rioters who 'set a city on fire' forcing residents to hide in their homes

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz on Friday admitted an 'abject failure' by law enforcement in trying to control crowds of rioters who took over Minneapolis on Thursday night.

Columbus to Phoenix: Minneapolis protests spread to other U.S. cities

Here is a look at developments across the United States in connection with the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody.

George Floyd's death sparks protests across U.S.

Demonstrators marched, stopped traffic and in some cases lashed out violently at police as protests erupted Friday in dozens of U.S. cities following the killing of George Floyd after a white officer pressed a knee into his neck while taking him into custody in Minnesota.

Hundreds of troops deployed as angry U.S. anti-racism protests spread

Overnight demonstrators break through law enforcement barriers to overtake the Minneapolis police station where the 4 officers blamed for George Floyd's death are based

Police free CNN reporter arrested live on TV covering Minneapolis protests

WASHINGTON - Police in Minneapolis released a CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early Friday morning during violent protests in the city.

Night of flames and fury as Minneapolis swells with outrage over George Floyd killing

The 3rd precinct station was not the only building that burned overnight, as furious protesters’ demand for justice intensified

Minneapolis cop who knelt on handcuffed black man charged with murder

The white Minneapolis police officer seen on video kneeling on George Floyd's neck was arrested on murder charges Friday and accused in court papers of ignoring another officer who was worried about the handcuffed black man who died after pleading that he could not breathe.

George Floyd killing: what sparked the protests – and what has been the response?

Protests have flared up across the US as people demand justice and systemic change to end police brutality

Police free CNN reporter arrested live on TV covering Minneapolis protests

Thursday marked a third night of arson, looting and vandalism in the Minnesota city over the death of a black man, George Floyd, seen on video gasping for breath while a white police officer knelt on his neck.

Minneapolis cop who knelt on man's neck charged with murder

Arrested made after 3 days of often-violent protests across Minneapolis and St. Paul

Trump issues a violent ultimatum to protesters

Ex-cop in custody over Floyd’s death

Atlanta Residents Protest in Honor of George Floyd, Set Police Car on Fire

Protests continue to engulf the streets of American cities as the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police serves as a rallying cry for longsta...

US police officer who knelt on handcuffed black man in Minneapolis, arrested

Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington said state investigators arrested Derek Chauvin, who was one of four officers fired this week, but he did not provide details.

George Floyd protests: National Guard mobilized in Atlanta; fatal shooting in Detroit

Demonstrators marched, stopped traffic and in some cases lashed out violently at police as protests erupted Friday in dozens of U.S. cities.

Jamie Foxx arrives in Minneapolis to support George Floyd protesters as he asks white people to 'put yourself in our position'

Actor Jamie Foxx, 52, joined protesters in Minneapolis angry over the police-involved death of 46-year-old George Floyd. 'We are not afraid of the moment,' Foxx said on Friday.

Minnesota mobilizes more troops as governor warns of harsh crackdown after riots

Minnesota's governor called up more national guard troops Saturday and warned they would

Where protests are expected following Minneapolis 'I can't breathe' death

MINNEAPOLIS, May 30 ― The killing of George Floyd, a Minneapolis black man who died after being pinned by the neck by a white police officer's knee, has triggered a wave of protests across the country, with more demonstrations expected yesterday. Protesters were planning marches and rallies to...

Twitter blocks Donald Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

TWITTER HAS censored a tweet from Donald Trump amid concerned it was “glorifying violence”. The President was tweeting in reaction to the riots taking place in the US following the death of George Floyd, an unarmed and handcuffed black man who was killed while in the custody of a white police officer. With the unrest showing little signs of easing, Mr. Trump took to social media to warn rioters that the military would be sent in to “get the job done right” unless the situation calmed down, adding: “When the looting starts, the shooting starts.” The President tweeted: “…These THUGS are dishonouring the memory of George Floyd, and I won’t let that happen. Just spoke to Governor Tim Walz and told him that the military is with him all the way. Any difficulty and we will assume control but, when the looting starts, the shooting starts. Thank you!” A message from Twitter subsequently appeared alongside the tweet stating: “This tweet violated the Twitter rules about glorifying violence. Advertisement “However, Twitter…

One Direction's Niall Horan slams Donald Trump and cops involved in George Floyd killing

NIALL HORAN has torn into Donald Trump and the police officers involved in the killing of George Floyd in a series of furious posts on Twitter. The former One Direction star appeared to take aim at US President Donald Trump after Trump referred to the demonstrators, protesting against the latest killing of an unarmed black man by police, as 'THUGS'. George Floyd died after a white police officer knelt on his neck for several minutes while he moaned "I cannot breathe", the officer ignoring his cries for help and remaining on his neck even as his nose began bleeding. There were four officers in total involved in the arrest and death of Mr Floyd, and all four have been fired, but none, including the man who was filmed kneeling on Mr Floyd's neck until he died, have faced any charges. Advertisement A still from the video which showing police officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on the neck of George Floyd (Getty Images) Protesters have clashed with police for three days in the city of Minneapolis, with tear gas being utilised…

An emotional Gov. Newsom talks privilege, race amid protests

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's four young children thrust a cell phone into his face as he got out of his car, demanding he watch a video of a black man pleading with a white police officer in Minneso

How white America excuses its own violence

The killing of George Floyd has, like other killings of black Americans, been quickly repurposed as a story about the violence of the ensuing protests.

Black Men Deserve Greater Constitutional Protection

The death of George Floyd is another reminder that the courts do not give enough protection to black men against police abuse.

Experts Fear Minneapolis Protests Will Trigger Spike In Coronavirus Cases

With the coronavirus-related death rate rising in the state, Minnesota health officials are greatly concerned that protests will result in a devastating surge of Covid-19 cases and fatalities.

Police chief apologises to family of dead black man

The chief of the Minneapolis police has apologised to the family of an unarmed black man who died this week.

Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing

Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing

Racism cannot be 'normal' in US, Obama says of latest police killing

"This shouldn't be 'normal' in 2020 America," former US President Obama said of the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd and several other recent racial incidents in the country.

Rawlings wades into ‘murder’ of George Floyd

Former President Jerry John Rawlings has expressed disappointment in America and its citizens for what he describes as atrocities against black citizens in the United States.

African Union chief condemns US police killing of George Floyd

Other officials at the AU, headquartered in Ethiopia, have also made clear they were disturbed by George Floyd's death.

Don Jazzy, Segalink Condemn Southern Kaduna Killings, Call For Justice

Between May 19 to 24, herdsmen have killed scores of persons in many communities in the area.

Ice Cube, Ariana Grande & More Artists React to the Police Officer Charged with George Floyd's Murder

Ariana Grande, Vince Staples, Ice Cube and more artists reacted to ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.

Cardi B Defends Minneapolis Riots After George Floyd’s Death: ‘The People Are Left With No Choice’

Cardi B believes the 'people are left with no choice' in the wake of Minneapolis riots that started after George Floyd's tragic death.

Police across US speak out against Minneapolis custody death

Authorities say George Floyd was detained Monday because he matched the description of someone who tried to pay with a counterfeit bill at a convenience store, and the 46-year-old resisted arrest. A bystander's disturbing video shows Officer Derek Chauvin, who is white, kneeling on Floyd's neck, even as Floyd begs for air and slowly stops talking and moving.

Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota’s governor activated the National Guard on Thursday to help restore order following two days of violent protests in Minneapolis over the death of a black man seen in graphic video gasping for breath as a white officer knelt on his neck.

Minneapolis protests turn violent as outrage grows over death of George Floyd

A wave of protests erupted across South Minneapolis overnight and into Thursday, with police firing tear gas and rubber bullets as people set buildings on fire and looted stores days after George Floyd, an African American man, died in police custody.

Trump tries a new response after George Floyd’s death

White House spokesman Judd Deere said Trump was taking the death seriously.

Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody

By Carlos Barria MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Minnesota's governor activated the National Guard on Thursday to help restore order following two days of violent protests in Minneapolis over the death of a black man seen in graphic video gasping for breath as a white officer knelt on his neck. Governor Tim Walz ordered Guard troops to assist police as local, state and federal law enforcement officials sought to ease racial tensions sparked by Monday night's fatal arrest of George Floyd, 46. Four city police officers involved in the incident, including the one shown pressing his knee into Floyd's neck as he lay on the ground, were fired from their jobs the next day

Minnesota National Guard Activated To Contain George Floyd Protests

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has activated his state’s National Guard in the wake of the George Floyd protests according to The Hill. Protests in the streets have morphed into what some have ...

In the US, camera phones increasingly expose racism

From the death of a black man in Minneapolis to a racist incident in Central Park, camera phones are increasingly being used as a weapon against racism even when justice doesn't always follow.

Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota’s governor activated the National Guard on Thursday to help police restore order following two days of violent protests in Minneapolis city over the death of a black man seen in graphic video footage gasping for breath as a white officer knelt on his neck.

Ingraham decries 'outrageous' behavior of officers in George Floyd death, 'bad actors' rioting in Minneapolis

Laura Ingraham opened Thursday night's edition of "The Ingraham Angle" by responding to the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers, saying they had engaged in "outrageous and even perhaps murderous behavior" and calling the death of another African-American in police custody "infuriating and heartbreaking."

National Guard called in to control Minneapolis riots

Violence continues for second day following death of black man in custody

Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man’s death in police custody

MINNEAPOLIS, May 28 (Reuters) - Minnesota's governor activated the National Guard on Thursday to help police restore order following two days of violent protests in Minneapolis city over the death of a black man seen in graphic video footage gasping for breath as a white officer knelt on his neck.

Trump calls George Floyd protesters ‘thugs’ and vows military support | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump today called protesters in Minneapolis “thugs” and vowed that “when the looting starts, the shooting starts.” Trump tweeted after protesters outraged by the death of a black man in police custody torched a police station.

Local News Reports George Floyd And The Officer Who Killed Him Both Worked Security At The Same Club

Minneapolis, Minnesota, ABC affiliate KSTP 5 News reported that George Floyd and the officer responsible for his death had overlapping security shifts at a local club. A former club owner told the ...

National Guard called as Minneapolis erupts in solidarity for George Floyd | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

MINNEAPOLIS >> Minnesota’s governor activated the National Guard today as angry demonstrators took to the streets for a third straight night to protest the death of George Floyd, a black man who was pleading that he couldn’t breathe as a white police officer pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck.

Protesters Are Defending Themselves After Being Criticised For Rioting Over George Floyd’s Death

Americans across the country are protesting after the death of George Floyd, and are pushing back against criticism of the rioting.

Fueled by a lack of criminal charges, protests erupt nationwide over George Floyd’s death

Thursday marked a historic day of unrest as demonstrations reached a fever pitch in dozens of US cities as citizens called for an end to police brutality

MSNBC's Ali Velshi says situation not 'generally speaking unruly' while standing outside burning building

An MSNBC journalist attempted to explain that the violence that erupted in Minneapolis on Thursday night was "mostly a protest" despite a building burning right behind him. 

Police across US speak out against Minneapolis custody death

LOS ANGELES — Murder.Brutality. Reprehensible.Indefensible. Police nationwide, in unequivocal and unprecedented language, have condemned the actions of Minneapolis police in the custody death of a handcuffed black man who cried for help as an officer knelt on his neck, pinning him to the pavement for at least eight minutes.

Minneapolis Mayor to Rioters: Practice Social Distancing, Wear Masks

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey requested that protesters practice social distancing and wear masks to reduce coronavirus transmission.

Minneapolis officer charged over black man's death

Derek Chauvin, one of four US police officers involved in the arrest of a black man in Minneapolis, who died after being pinned with a knee to the throat, has been arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter.

'We just got shot at': Shots fired during protest near Capitol in Denver

Gunfire near the state Capitol building in Denver sent protesters running Thursday night.

Police across US speak out against Minneapolis custody death

Authorities say George Floyd was detained Monday because he matched the description of someone who tried to pay with a counterfeit bill at a convenience store, and the 46-year-old resisted arrest.

Police across US speak out against Minneapolis custody death

Authorities say George Floyd was detained Monday because he matched the description of someone who tried to pay with a counterfeit bill at a convenience store, and the 46-year-old resisted arrest. A bystander's disturbing video shows Officer Derek Chauvin, who is white, kneeling on Floyd's neck, even as Floyd begs for air and slowly stops talking and moving.

Trump Assures Military is 'All the Way' With Minnesota Governor Amid Riots Over George Floyd's Death

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has already activated the state's National Guard amid the ongoing protests and riots in the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis on...

Trump slams Minneapolis mayor over violent George Floyd protests

President Trump early Friday threatened to “get the job done right” to control the violent Minneapolis protests if the city’s mayor doesn’t “get his act together.” “I can’t

US braces for more protests over police killing of black man

Minneapolis, United States | AFP |  Authorities in Minneapolis and its sister city St. Paul got reinforcements from the National Guard on Thursday as they girded for fresh protests and violence over the shocking police killing of a handcuffed black man. After stores were looted and burned overnight Wednesday in Minneapolis, officials in the so-called Twin …

Richard Fowler: George Floyd is latest in a long line of victims of deadly epidemic of racism

For far too long, African-Americans have led the fight for racial justice and equity. The news over the last three months makes it clear that white racial animus can only end when white Americans make the choice to be anti-racist.

'Any difficulty and we will assume control but, when the looting starts, the shooting starts': Trump threatens to send in National Guard in response to protests over George Floyd's death

"I can't stand back & watch this happen to a great American City, Minneapolis," the president tweeted, blaming Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.

Twitter hides Donald Trump's tweet about George Floyd riots for 'glorifying violence'

Twitter hid Donald Trump's tweet, which borrowed a threat from a police chief who pledged a violent reprisal on black people, because he 'glorified violence' when he commented on riots sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis

Cops condemn Floyd death

Murder. Brutality. Reprehensible. Indefensible. Police nationwide, in unequivocal and unprecedented language, have condemned the actions of Minneapolis police in the custody death of a handcuffed black man who cried for help as an officer knelt on his neck, pinning him to the pavement for at least eight minutes.

Trump Confirms Deployment Of US Army To Shoot Protestors In Minneapolis Protesting Murder of Blacks By Police.

Trump Wants Army To Shoot Protestors - Confirms Troops Deployment.In a series of tweets,Trump says he wants the protestors to be shot

Minneapolis police officer who knelt on George Floyd’s neck had 18 previous internal complaints against him

The Minneapolis police officer who was filmed kneeling on George Floyd’s neck for several minutes even as he said “I can’t breathe” has previously been the subject of multiple complaints filed to the Minneapolis Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division, it has emerged.Mr Chauvin, who has been fired

Donald Trump’s ‘When The Looting Starts, The Shooting Starts’ Is From Miami Police Chief Accused Of Racism

Donald Trump tweeted an apparent threat against Minneapolis protesters in the early morning hours on Friday, saying he would send in the National Guard to respond and vowing that, “When the ...

Trump calls protesters ‘thugs’ after George Floyd death in police custody

The US leader vowed that ‘when the looting starts, the shooting starts’.

Twitter flags Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

Twitter has served a public interest notice on Donald Trump after the US president vowed to send the the National Guard troops to Minneapolis to "get the job done right" after a night of violent protests in the city.

Shameik Moore: Spider-Man actor condemned for suggesting black community should stop ‘blaming’ police brutality on racism

Spider-Man actor Shameik Moore has faced backlash after appearing to argue that black people should no longer identify racism as the cause of police brutality, and suggesting Rosa Parks should have

Donald Trump threatens to shoot looters at George Floyd protest in Minneapolis

US President Donald Trump, is being bashed on social media after he tweeted just after midnight on Friday a threat to shoot rioters in Minnesota. The protests come following the death of George Floyd, who died

Trump vows action against Minneapolis protesters

President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to take action to bring the city of Minneapolis “under control,” calling violent protesters outraged by the death of a black man in police custody “thugs” and saying that “when the looting starts, the shooting starts.” 

UN Human Rights Chief Urges 'serious Action' To Halt US Police Killings Of Unarmed African Americans

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet on Thursday condemned the killing of George Floyd, an African American man whose death in police custody on Monday was captured on video and has led to serious ongoing protests in Minneapolis.

Twitter places notice on Trump’s Minneapolis tweet for ‘glorifying violence’

Twitter on Friday escalated its war on President Trump by placing a “public interest notice” on one of his tweets. The social media giant said a tweet by Trump that read “When the

Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody

Minnesota's governor activated the National Guard on Thursday to help restore order following two days of violent protests in Minneapolis over the death of a black man seen in graphic video gasping for breath as a white officer knelt on his neck.

Actor Denzel Washington helps police deal with homeless man, earns praise online

Many people thanked actor Denzel Washington's intervention given it comes after the recent death of 46-year-old George Floyd in Minneapolis, who died in police custody.

'The city has a knee on their neck': Protesters in Minneapolis told us why they showed up despite a pandemic and what they're doing to mitigate the threat of COVID-19

"People got to protest weeks ago because they couldn't get a haircut," protester Jewel Ferguson said.

Violence is Not Going to End Until Floyd’s Murderers in Custody, Says Minneapolis Riot Eyewitness

Street riots have continued in Minnesota’s biggest city, Minneapolis, for the third day in a row following Monday’s death of a 46-year old black resident who died in...

Twitter obscures, warns on Trump tweet 'glorifying violence'

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday responded to outrage over the police killing of a black man in Minneapolis by threatening to take action to bring the city 'under control,' calling violent protesters outraged by the killing 'thugs' and reviving a civil-rights-era phrase fraught with racist overtones.

Twitter hides Trump's Minneapolis tweet for 'glorifying violence'

Trump threat­ened to shut down social media compan­ies after Twitte­r labele­d two of his tweets mislea­ding

Of Course There Are Protests. The State Is Failing Black People.

The collapse of politics and governance leaves no other option.

Minnesota calls in National Guard to quell unrest over black man's death in police custody

MINNEAPOLIS: Authorities in Minneapolis and its sister city St Paul got reinforcements from the National Guard on Thursday (May 29) as they girded ...

Twitter hides Trump tweet for violating rules about glorifying violence

Donald Trump's war with Twitter looks likely to heat up after the social media site hid one of the president's tweets for

Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence’

Twitter has hidden one of President Donald Trump's tweets, after he tweeted just after midnight on Friday a threat to shoot rioters in Minnesota. The protests come following the death of George Floyd, who died after

Twitter hides Donald Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

Twitter's decision to step in, at a time of racially charged civil unrest in cities across the United States, escalates a feud between Trump and tech companies.

Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey hit back at Trump after the president called him 'very weak' and threatened that protesters could get shot

Looters have raided stores across Minneapolis in response to the death of back resident George Floyd after his violent arrest by a white officer.

Minneapolis mayor calls for unity, denounces violent protests, looting

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey early Friday called on protesters decrying the police custody death of George Floyd to end the violence soon after demonstrators set a local police precinct on fire.

George Floyd death: Minneapolis police station set on fire during protests

The protests over the murder of George Floyd in the United States of America escalated on Thursday, May 28 as protesters burnt the Minneapolis police station.

In the US, camera phones increasingly expose racism

From the death of a black man in Minneapolis to a racist incident in Central Park, camera phones are increasingly being used as a weapon against racism even when justice doesn't always follow.

Police across U.S. speak out against Minneapolis custody death

Police nationwide, in unequivocal and unprecedented language, have condemned the actions of Minneapolis police in the custody death of a handcuffed black man who cried for help as an officer knelt on his neck, pinning him to the pavement for at least eight minutes.

Twitter puts warning on Trump 'THUGS' tweet, says it violates standards, glorifies violence

Twitter on Friday put a warning on a tweet from President Trump saying it violates the platform's rules against glorifying violence.

Dalai Lama blames George Floyd’s death on racism, discrimination

The 84-year-old spiritual leader’s talk was part of a two-day empowerment teaching on Avalokiteshvara, a practice focused on compassion.

Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air while covering Minneapolis protests

WASHINGTON, May 29 — The Minnesota State Patrol arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television early this morning while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, and led him and three crew members away in handcuffs. Black reporter Omar Jimenez had just shown a protester...

CNN Reporter Arrested, Released Covering Protests of Floyd Death

A CNN reporter and his crew were arrested and released by police in Minneapolis early Friday, after a night of continued protests over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who was handcuffed on the ground while police knelt on his back and neck.

Trump threatens 'shooting' in response to Minneapolis looting

President Trump early Friday morning lashed out at demonstrators in Minneapolis amid the protests over the death of George Floyd, warning that he would send National Guard troops to the city and that

Donald Trump: Rioting 'Thugs' Dishonor George Floyd; 'When the Looting Starts the Shooting Starts'

President Donald Trump reacted angrily to the second night of rioting and looting in Minneapolis in reaction to the death of George Floyd.

Twitter hides Trump tweet for ‘glorifying violence’

May 29 (Reuters) - Twitter hid a tweet from President Donald Trump on Friday, accusing him of breaking its rules by "glorifying violence" in a message that said looters at protests in Minneapolis would be shot.

Prosecutors do not announce charges in George Floyd's death but say 'justice will be served'

Prosecutors looking at the death of George Floyd on Thursday asked the people of Minneapolis for patience while they investigate the case that has riled the city and the nation.

Dave Bautista: WWE legend blasts Trump over response to George Floyd’s death

The response of the US President Donald Trump to protests in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd has angered WWE legend Dave Bautista, Daily Star reports

CNN reporter arrested live on air by Minnesota police, released an hour later

During the arrest the anchor can be heard saying, "If you're just tuning in, you are watching our correspondent being arrested".

Donald Trump calls Minneapolis protesters 'thugs,' vows action

Trump tweeted after protesters torched a Minneapolis police station, capping three days of violent protests US over the death of George Floyd, who pleaded for air as a white police officer knelt on his neck. He said he spoke to the state's Democratic governor, Tim Walz, and “told him that the Military is with him all t

Trump’s Looting Tweet Violates His Oath of Office

The president is supposed to protect and defend the nation’s supreme laws. Shooting looters is unconstitutional.

A young girl who watched George Floyd suffocate finds her place in the protest movement

Protesters leave signs and tributes as years of frustration at racial disparities in policing come to the surface

Trump Gets Warning Label On Tweet For ‘Glorifying Violence’ About Protests After George Floyd Death

Donald Trump was hit with a warning label on Twitter after he was caught 'glorifying violence' with a tweet about the MN protests.

Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air covering Minneapolis protests

WASHINGTON - Police in Minneapolis released a CNN reporter who was led off in handcuffs along with his film crew while reporting live on television early Friday morning during violent protests in the city.

Taylor Swift Destroys Trump Over His ‘Moral Superiority’ & Vows To Get Him Voted Out In November

Taylor Swift destroyed Donald Trump on Twitter after he called for protestors in Minneapolis to be shot.

'This shouldn’t be "normal" in 2020 America': Barack Obama says it 'falls on all of us' to 'be better' in the wake of George Floyd's death

Barack Obama has called for justice to be done, and called for an end to racial inequality - which remains 'tragically, painfully and maddeningly

Ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been arrested in connection to George Floyd's death

Ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been arrested in relation to the death of George Floyd, Minnesota Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington announced Friday. Chauvin is the officer who was filmed kneeling on Floyd's neck for nearly 10 minutes as Floyd protested "I can't breathe;" he was fired from the department earlier this week. According to KARE 11, the local NBC affiliate, Chauvin's charging decision has not yet been made. Nevertheless, Harrington called Floyd's death a "murder," explaining "that's what it looked like to me … I'm just calling it what I see at that point." The nation has been rocked by protests since Floyd's death, with many of the protesters demanding justice and expressing anger that the officers involved had not yet faced legal repercussions. Chauvin had at least 10 conduct complaints during his 19-year tenure before he was fired. In particular, he was involved in the shooting death of a man who had stabbed other people before attacking police, as well as some other undisclosed…

Trump adds fuel to protest fires with denounced tweet

US president's comments came after protesters torched a Minneapolis police station

What happens when the police lose all legitimacy

When the criminal justice system has earned the contempt of the citizenry, disorder follows

Pussy Riot and Chilean group join forces against state repression

Activists release manifesto, calling on civilians to set the institutions of the state on fire – ‘in a figurative sense’

BREAKING NEWS: Joe Biden slams Donald Trump over George Floyd's death saying 'this is no time for incendiary tweets. This is no time to encourage violence' as he says racism is 'putting the very soul of America at stake' and reveals he has spoken to dead man's family

Joe Biden on Friday slammed President Donald Trump for his handling of George Floyd's death after the black man died while in custody of white police officers.

Minneapolis police officer arrested in George Floyd case

Office­r arrest­ed was Derek Chauvi­n, the police­man seen on a bystan­der’s video kneeli­ng on Floyd

Trudeau: Canadians watching US unrest and police violence in ‘shock and horror’

Prime minister condemned racism and called on Canada to ‘stand together in solidarity’ against racial hate as protests continue in US

Obama on death of George Floyd: 'This shouldn't be 'normal' in 2020 America'

Former U.S. president Barack Obama on Friday said the death of a black man, George Floyd, in police custody, 'shouldn't be 'normal' in 2020 America.'

Trudeau acknowledges 'anti-black racism' in U.S., with 'work to do in Canada'

America's anger, frustration and discord boiled over in Minnesota's Twin Cities on Friday at a remarkable moment in the history of the United States, sparked by the collision of racial injustice, freedom of expression and the worst public health crisis of the last 100 years.

White US Police Officer Charged with Murder in Black Man's Death

Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman announced the charges Friday after he said his office had enough evidence to justify the charges. Freeman did not immediately disclose details but said a criminal complaint would be available later.

From George Stinney To George Floyd: The Evolution Of Systemic Racism In The US

From George Stinney in 1944 to George Floyd in 2020, the racism in the USA may have changed its layout, but still remains rampant

Breonna Taylor’s mother calls for end to violence after seven are shot in protest

Police say shots fired came from within the crowd protesting the death of Taylor, who was shot by police in her own home in March

US police officer charged with murder of George Floyd

A former US police officer has been charged with the murder of African-American man George Floyd. Derek Chauvin was filmed kneeling on the neck of Mr Floyd for at least eight minutes on Monday before…

Cop who knelt on George Floyd charged with murder

A Minneapolis policeman accused of killing unarmed African-American George Floyd by kneeling on his neck was taken into custody Friday and charged with third-degree murder, officials said. Derek...

AU, UN Officials Voice Outrage at Death of Man in Police Custody in Minnesota

Graphic video of Floyd's arrest Monday shows a white police officer kneeling on his neck, with Floyd pleading to be allowed to breathe

Trump says he spoke to George Floyd's family

President Trump said Friday afternoon that he spoke to the family of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died during a police arrest in Minneapolis earlier this week.

Hundred-plus demonstrators at Hawaii Capitol protest Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

More than 100 people stood in solidarity this morning at the state Capitol to protest against the killing of black man who died under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer this week.

Newt Gingrich: Anger is justified over George Floyd’s killing – rioting is not and should have been prevented

The death Monday of George Floyd, a black man in police custody, is a complete outrage. The complete failure of Minneapolis officials to stop and prevent the ensuing rioting is a second outrage.

Minnesota AG says don't treat National Guard 'the way you might react to' police

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison cautioned residents on Friday not to treat the National Guard the way they might treat the Minneapolis police department, with whom they "associate unfair conduct."

Chicago mayor tells Trump 'F-U' after tweet about Minneapolis looting

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot blasted President Trump and invoked an expletive Friday in response to his tweet after three days of protests in Minneapolis, Minn., when he called the protesters "THUGS" and tweeted that "when the looting starts, the shooting starts."

Biden: 'More violence' in Minneapolis won't heal grief over George Floyd's death

Joe Biden chided demonstrators in Minneapolis protesting the death of George Floyd while in police custody, reminding them that violent rioting won't help the tenuous situation.

'Ignore the president's unlawful order': Democrats and military veterans are up in arms after Trump suggests National Guard troops may shoot looters

"He's literally suggesting shooting those protesting the senseless death of a black man," Sen. Tammy Duckworth, a former US Army pilot, said.

Minneapolis cop who knelt on man's neck charged with murder

MINNEAPOLIS — The white Minneapolis police officer who knelt on George Floyd’s neck was arrested and charged with murder Friday, and authorities imposed an overnight curfew to try to stem three nights of often-violent protests that left dozens of sto

Wrestling coach and one-time WWE performer fired over George Floyd social media posts

Bethel School District announced they will no longer employ Dave Hollenbeck.

Biden condemns Trump as officer in Floyd death charged with murder

On Monday, George Floyd, a black man, was killed in Minneapolis after a white police officer kneeled on his neck. On Friday, after days of sometimes violent protests, police officer Derek Chauvin was arrested and charged with murder.

Trump claims his 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts' remarks weren't a call to violence but instead a 'fact'

Trump's tweet, which was in reference to unrest in Minneapolis, was flagged as violating Twitter's rules.

US cop who kneeled on George Floyd's neck charged with third-degree murder

A Minneapolis policeman accused of killing unarmed African-American George Floyd by kneeling on his neck was taken into custody on Friday and charged with third-degree murder, officials said.

Racism cannot be 'normal' in US: Barack Obama

Former US President Barack Obama said on Friday he shared the "anguish" of millions of Americans over the death of a black man killed by police in Minnesota and that racism cannot be "normal" in the

Minneapolis police officer charged with murder of George Floyd

MINNEAPOLIS — A white former Minneapolis police officer was charged with murder on Friday after a bystander video showed him pinning his knee into the neck of an unarmed black man who later died, an incident that triggered three nights of violent protests.

Dangerous Minneapolis Riots do not Calm Down

Minneapolis has witnessed serious unrest over the past few days, sparked by the police killing of a black man named George Floyd, who was accused of using a counterfeit 20 dollar bill. The official report of his death mysteriously omitted the fact that a white officer, Derek Chauvin, had kneeled on his neck for nine minutes while Floyd complained that he couldn't breathe and begged to be let up — which became clear in a video that later emerged.

Donald Trump Contacts Members of George Floyd's Family

President Donald Trump said Friday at the White House that he spoke with family members of George Floyd who died in Minnesota.

Young Minneapolis mayor in spotlight after police killing, protests

Shaken and angry, Minneapolis’ telegenic young mayor stood in front of television cameras over and over this week – first to decry the police killing of George Floyd, and on Friday to impose a curfew as parts of his city burned in ongoing protests.

Minneapolis police officer charged with murder of George Floyd

MINNEAPOLIS, May 30 ― A white former Minneapolis police officer was charged with murder yesterday after a bystander video showed him pinning his knee into the neck of an unarmed black man who later died, an incident that triggered three nights of violent protests. Derek Chauvin, the officer seen...

US cop who kneeled on black man's neck charged with third-degree murder

Policeman Derek Chauvin, one of four officers who were fired over George Floyd's death, has been taken into custody.

PM Modi not in 'good mood' over China: Donald Trump

Interacting with journalists in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, Trump said a

AP Explains: What's behind latest India-China border tension

Tensions along the China-India border high in the Himalayas have flared again in recent weeks.

China rejects Trump's mediation offer in standoff with India

China rejects Trump's mediation offer in standoff with India. 'We are capable of properly resolving the issues between us through dialogue and consultation. We do not need the intervention of the third party', he said.

Don't need US help to resolve border issues: Chinese media

Don't need US help to resolve border issues: Chinese media. China's state-run media said that the leadership of the two countries successfully solved the Doklam standoff in 2017 with 'concerted efforts and wisdom'.

No talks between Modi and Trump on Ladakh row: Sources

No talks between Modi and Trump on Ladakh row: Sources. The last conversation between the two leaders was on April 4 on the issue of hydroxychloroquine.

Modi not in 'good mood' over border row with China: Trump

Modi not in 'good mood' over border row with China: Trump. Trump on Wednesday said in a tweet that he was 'ready, willing and able to mediate' between the two countries.

PM Modi not in ‘good mood’ over border row with China: Trump

Reiterating his offer to mediate on the border dispute between India and China, US President Donald Trump has said that he spoke

Strategic stalemate

The Chinese behaviour along the LAC points to a familiar pattern vis-a-vis India. However, it’s time for New Delhi to turn a new page in dealing with Beijing After some intense physical showdown between the Indian and Chinese soldiers at the Line of Control (LAC), attempts are now being made by

Army rushes in additional troops to eastern Ladakh

Army rushes in additional troops to eastern Ladakh. The Indian Army will continue to maintain its aggressive posturing in all disputed areas in eastern Ladakh and will not back off till status quo is maintained, sources said.

Ladakh standoff: No chance of war!

Ladakh standoff: No chance of war!. 'For the moment in Eastern Ladakh, it is unlikely there will be any more escalation of this conflict,' observes Colonel S Dinny (retd) who served as Commanding Officer of an infantry battalion deployed in the Pangong Tso area.

India open to engaging with Nepal to resolve boundary issues

India open to engaging with Nepal to resolve boundary issues. 'India is open to engaging with all its neighbours on the basis of mutual sensitivity and mutual respect, in an environment of trust and confidence. This is a continuous process and requires constructive and positive efforts,' Srivastava said.

Day after Trump’s mediation offer, India says engaged with China to peacefully solve LAC issue

Responding to questions on Trump’s offer, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said, “We are engaged with the Chinese side to peacefully resolve this issue.”

India sidesteps Trump mediation offer over China border showdown

“We are engaged with the Chinese side to peacefully resolve this issue,” External Affairs Ministry spokesman says.

PM Modi not in ‘good mood’ over Ladakh standoff with China, says Donald Trump

Speaking with the reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, Trump said a “big conflict” was going on between India and China.

'Already engaged with China to peacefully resolve it': India

NEW DELHI, May 28: India and China have established mechanisms on military and diplomatic levels to resolve border issues through talks, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on the latest standoff between the two Asian superpowers in the Ladakh region."We remain strong in our resolve to ensure India's sovereignty," External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said.On Trump's tweet expressing willingness to mediate the ongoing face-off between the two countries, Srivastava said, "We are engaged with the Chinese side to peacefully resolve it," said, replying to a volley of questions at an online media briefing."Our armed forces scrupulously follow the consensus reached by leaders and guidance provided by them in border management," the ministry said.Srivastava said that Indian troops have taken a very responsible approach towards border management. Indian troops are strictly following procedures laid out in bilateral pacts with China to resolve the issue, he added.In the middle of a tense border…

No end to tense Ladakh standoff in sight as India, China hold ground

NEW DELHI, May 28 (Agencies): There has been no change in the ground situation or lowering of guard by either sides at the four standoff points between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh sector’s Galwan valley and Pangong Tso areas.Both sides are holding firm and it is not possible to indicate at this time when the status quo ante will be restored, people familiar with the development told on Thursday.Yesterday, the Chinese foreign ministry had played down the tense standoff along the Line of Actual Control, insisting that the situation was stable and controllable and the two sides were in touch with each other at different levels.The seemingly conciliatory approach articulated by the Chinese side has not reflected in the ground situation.Three of the standoff points are located around Galwan valley and the fourth, near Pangong lake. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army had moved soldiers to close to these four standoff points that are seen to be an effort to stop India from upgrading its border infrastructure…

PM Modi not in ‘good mood’ over border row with China, says Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump had earlier offered to mediate between India and China

Indo-China border tension

With almost half a dozen incidents on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the past few weeks, India-China border is witness to tense situation since the Doklam stand-off in 2017. The tensions between the two powerful and Nuclear-armed countries have the potential of escalation and threatening the peace in the entire region. In the past three years in particular, both the countries have done remarkably well diplomatically to maintain peace. It is important to note that during their meetings during this period, both the Indian Prime Minister and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed that difference should be resolved before they are allowed to escalate into disputes. Besides, a clear message was sent to the two militaries to adhere to the detailed protocols already in place, such as those agreed to in 2005 and 2013. These protocols regulate the activities of troops in the contested areas that lie in between both sides overlapping claim lines of the undefined LAC. If Army Chief General Manoj Naravane wisely sought…

PM Modi Not in 'Good Mood' About Ongoing Border Situation With China, Says Trump

""We have a big conflict going on between India and China, two countries with 1.4 billion people and very powerful militaries. India is not happy and probably China is not happy", said Trump

Narendra Modi not in good mood over border dispute with China, says Donald Trump after speaking to Indian PM

US President Donald Trump has sensationally claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not in good mood due to the Chinese aggression at the LAC.

No de-escalation in China stand-off; Army bosses discuss ammunition stocks, op logistics

India News: There are no signs of any de-escalation in the almost month-long confrontation between Indian and Chinese troops in eastern Ladakh, even as the Army

Donald Trump says Narendra Modi not in 'good mood' over India's border row with China, renews offer to mediate

Interacting with journalists in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, Donald Trump said a

India, China engaged to resolve border issue: MEA

New Delhi:  India on Thursday said it was engaged with China at military and diplomatic levels to resolve the border standoff in eastern Ladakh, but at the same time asserted that the country is “firm” in its resolve to protect its sovereignty and national security. External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said India is committed […]

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‘Spoke to PM Modi, he is not in good mood,’ says Donald Trump about India-China tensions

The United States president had on Wednesday offered to mediate between the two countries amid escalating border tensions.

India-China issue: Prime Minister Modi not in 'good mood', says Donald Trump

India on Wednesday said it was engaged with China to peacefully resolve the border row, in a carefully crafted reaction to Trump's offer to arbitrate between the two Asian giants to settle their decades-old dispute

Donald Trump says PM Modi not in good mood over big border conflict with China, reiterates offer to mediate

Reiterating his offer to mediate between India and China on the border row, US President Donald Trump said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not in a good about the ongoing big conflict with China.

PM Modi not in 'good mood' over border row with China: Donald Trump

Speaking with the reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, Trump said a "big conflict" was going on between India and China

Donald Trump says PM Modi not in 'good mood' over border row with China

US President Donald Trump has said that he spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is not in a "good mood" over the "big conflict" between the two countries.

India-China border row: PM Modi not in ‘good mood’ over ‘big conflict’, says Donald Trump

Reiterating his offer to mediate on the border dispute between India and China, US President Donald Trump has said that he spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is not in a “good mood” over the “big conflict” between the two countries.

'Spoke to PM Modi, he is not in good mood,' says Donald Trump about India-China tensions

New Delhi: United States President Donald Trump on Thursday referred to the border tensions between India and China as a 'big conflict' and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not in 'in a...

Open to engage with Nepal to solve border row, indicates India

India also said it is “open to engaging” with all its neighbours, and the process requires “constructive and positive efforts”.

India, China engaged at military, diplomatic levels to resolve border issue: MEA

India on Thursday said it was engaged with China at military and diplomatic levels to resolve the border standoff in eastern Ladakh, but at the same time

Ladakh: A new security concern

Kashmir has not stabilised till date. The fragility of the situation is well documented in the national and international media. Kashmir

Face-off along LAC in Ladakh: Chinese build-up will be matched, says NSAB member

Without disclosing exactly when diplomatic talks over the issue began, Narasimhan confirmed that “talks started much before last week”.

PM Modi not in 'good mood' about ongoing border situation with China, says Donald Trump

Reiterating his offer to mediate between India and China on the border issue, US President Donald Trump has said that he spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is not in "good mood" about the ongoing situation with Beijing.

India-China row: No recent contact between Trump and Modi on issue, say sources

Trump has been offering to mediate between India and China and said he had spoken to Modi on the issue.Tensions have been simmering following military build-up by Indian and Chinese armies in Sikkim and Ladakh along LAC

No recent contact between PM Modi, President Trump: Sources

India News: There has been no contact between PM Modi and Donald Trump in recent time, the government sources told TOI in response to the US President's claim tha

Amid stand-off between India and China, satellite images pick up Chinese armour, artillery near LAC: Report

There was no recent Modi-Trump contact: Govt sources

The clarification came after Trump said in Washington that he spoke to Modi over India's ongoing border row with China in Eastern Ladakh.

With no immediate solution in sight, India matches China in terms of man power, resources

Even as the Prime Minister's top men oversee the developments along the Line of Actual Control, there is still no change in the ground, with the standoff between India and China continuing.

PM Modi had no talks with Donald Trump on border standoff with China: Officials

The government clarified that the two leaders had their last conversation on April 4.

Donald Trump reiterates offer to ‘mediate’ on India-China border dispute, says PM Modi ‘not in good mood’

China has recently accused India of unilaterally attempting to change the status of the un-demarcated border in Ladakh after troops involved in scuffles.

No conversation took place between Modi and Trump over India-China standoff: Sources

As the tension escalates between the two nuclear-armed nations, India maintains that it is in touch with China at the local and diplomatic level.

No recent talks between PM Modi and Trump over Ladakh and China: Sources

New Delhi: There have been no recent talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump over the Ladakh and China issue. Informed source over the matter told ANI, 'There has...

PM Modi not in ‘good mood’ over border standoff with China: Trump

"They have a big conflict - India and China. Two countries with 1.4 billion people (each). Two countries with very powerful militaries. India is not happy and probably China is not happy," Donald Trump said.

‘No contact between PM, Trump over China border row, last spoke in Apr on HCQ’: Officials counter US Prez claim

Trump made the surprise mediation offer first on Wednesday amid heightened tensions at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.

Trump Says He Spoke to Modi About China Tensions. India Says No.

Did U.S. President Donald Trump speak with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the phone to discuss the South Asian nation’s border tensions with China?

Indian Gov't Sources Deny Trump's Claim He Talked to Modi Over Border Stand-off With China

New Delhi (Sputnik): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to mediate between India and China in the ongoing border stand-off, but India refused the offer the...

Govt must tell India exactly what’s happening: Rahul Gandhi on border situation with China

Rahul Gandhi has asked the government to clarify the ongoing border situation with China, soon after US President Donald Trump claimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi is "not in a good mood" over the "big conflict" with China.

Govt must come clean on border standoff with China: Rahul Gandhi

India News: "The government's silence about the border situation with China is fuelling massive speculation and uncertainty at a time of crisis," he said on Twitt

Rahul Gandhi says govt’s silence on Indo-China border issue is ‘fuelling massive speculation’

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that the Government’s silence about the Indo-China border issue is fuelling massive speculation and uncertainty at a time of crisis.

FM Qureshi chides India for toying with risky military concepts

“Pakistan has demonstrated its commitment to peace and stability by putting forward the proposal for a Strategic Restraint Regime."

No talks between Modi-Trump on border row with China: Govt sources

The clarification came after Trump said that he spoke to Modi over India's ongoing border row with China in Eastern Ladakh

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Border dispute reaches new heights

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No recent contact between Modi and Trump over Ladakh row: Govt sources

There has been no recent contact between PM Modi and President Donald Trump on India's ongoing military standoff with China in eastern Ladakh

AP Explains China India Border Tensions

Indian officials say the latest row began in early May, when Chinese soldiers entered the Indian-controlled territory of Ladakh at three different points, erecting tents and guard posts. China has sought to downplay the confrontation while providing little information. China has objected to India building

India-China border dispute: Govt must come clean and tell exactly what’s happening, says Rahul Gandhi

Taking to Twitter, he said, "the government’s silence about the border situation with China is fueling massive speculation and uncertainty at a time of crisis."

Govt's silence on border standoff with China fuelling speculations: Rahul

"The Government's silence about the border situation with China is fuelling massive speculation and uncertainty at a time of crisis," he said on Twitter

Trump says Modi in ‘bad mood’. India says Whaaaat!

A day earlier, the president offered to mediate between India and China.

PM Modi not in 'good mood' over border row with China: Donald Trump

Reiterating his offer to mediate on the border dispute between India and China, US President Donald Trump has said that he spoke with Narendra Modi about the "big conflict" and asserted that the

PM Modi not in a good mood over flare up with Chinese says Trump

Reiterating his offer to mediate on the border dispute between India and China, US President Donald Trump has said that he spoke with Narendra Modi about the 'big conflict' and asserted that the Indian Prime Minister is not in a 'good mood' over the latest flare-ups between the two countries.

India-China border row: PM Modi not in ‘good mood’ over ‘big conflict’, says US President Donald Trump

"I can tell you; I did speak to Prime Minister Modi. He is not in a good mood about what is going on with China," Trump said during an interaction with reporters at the White House.

India wants environment of trust before talks with Nepal

This is a continuous process and requires constructive and positive efforts, Anurag Srivastava, spokesperson, MEA said. India believes that there has been no lack of engagement between the two countries, he also said.

China rejects Trump's offer to mediate in border standoff with India

India News: hina on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border standoff, saying the two coun

China, India capable of resolving issues through dialogue: Beijing rejects Trump's mediation offer

Trump said on Wednesday that he was 'ready, willing and able' to 'mediate or arbitrate' the raging border dispute between India and China, amid the continuing standoff between the militaries of the two neighbours at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

China rejects Trump's offer to mediate in Sino-India border standoff

In a surprise move, Trump on Wednesday offered to "mediate or arbitrate" the raging border dispute between India and China, saying he was "ready, willing and able" to ease the tensions, amid the continuing standoff between the armies of the two Asian giants.

No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension: official source

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension. The neighbours' troops have been facing off along the

No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension: official source

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation’s military standoff with China, a government source said on Friday, after Trump suggested Modi was upset about border tension.

China’s Kashmir Move: The Great Geopolitical Puzzle of South Asian Chessboard

“We will not attack unless we are attacked. But if we are attacked, we will certainly counter-attack”. –Cited by Chinese Foreign Ministry(2020) .Mao Zedong After scraping of Article 370 in August previous year China has emboldened its stand on raising the Kashmir issue twice in United Nations joining many international countries in the unprecedented criticism […]

‘No need for third-party intervention’: China rejects Trump’s offer to ‘mediate’ on border row with India

"Between China and India we have existing border-related mechanisms and communication channels," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao told reporters.

China rejects Trump's offer to mediate in border standoff with India

China on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border standoff, saying the two countries does not need the intervention of a...

China rejects US President Donald Trump's call to mediate on standoff with India

China on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between Sino-India border standoff, saying there was no need for a third party to intervene between China and India.

China rejects Donald Trump's offer to mediate Sino-India border standoff

China on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border standoff.

No call between Trump and Modi on China border tension: official source

The neighb­ours’ troops have been facing off along the disput­ed border­

New Delhi dismisses Trump's claim on talks with PM Modi on India-China border tension

Even as United States President Donald Trump claimed that he had of late spoken to Prime Minister Narendra Modi about an escalation of tension along India-China disputed boundary in eastern

China rejects Trump's offer to mediate in Sino-India border standoff

Trump on Wednesday offered to "mediate or arbitrate" the raging border dispute between India and China, saying he was "ready, willing and able" to ease the tensions

India firm in protecting sovereignity at border but engaging with China: MEA

Reiterates border dispute is an internal matter between India and China.

Indians to skip border trade with China through Lipulekh pass this year

Indian traders have decided not to do trade with China through Lipulekh pass this year as a precaution against COVID-19. They conveyed their unwillingness to participate in the annual exercise during a preparatory meeting. Officials said there has been no word so far from the Centre as well on border trade as the lockdown against coronavirus continues.

Trump says Modi in ‘bad mood’. India says Whaaaat!

A day earlier, the president offered to mediate between India and China.

In first comments, China’s defence ministry border issue with India controllable, stable

The ministry said that the situation is stable and both countries have the wherewithal to resolve the situation through established mechanisms. This is the first statement from the ministry since the standoff in eastern Ladakh.

India-China standoff: PM Modi had no recent conversation with US President Donald Trump, say govt sources

The clarification came hours after Trump said in Washington that he had spoken to Modi and that the Indian prime minister is not in a "good mood" over the "big conflict" between India and China.

India-China LAC face-off: Should the US interfere in this matter? No, says an expert

If the borders are well-demarcated, the two countries will have military tension-free relations and such situations will not arise as we are presently witnessing in Ladakh.

We Do Not Need Third Party Intervention: China On Trump's Offer

BEIJING: China on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border stand-off. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said,

Come clean on border standoff with China, Rahul Gandhi tells Modi govt

There was a standoff between Indian and Chinese troops at the border in Ladakh early this month.

China, India capable of resolving issues through dialogue: Beijinag rejects Trump's mediation offer

Trump said on Wednesday that he was 'ready, willing and able' to 'mediate or arbitrate' the raging border dispute between India and China, amid the continuing standoff between the militaries of the two neighbours at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

China rejects Trump’s offer to mediate in Sino-India border standoff, says 'no need for third-party intervention'

China on Friday rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border standoff, saying the two countries does not need the intervention of a "third

MEA: India firm in protecting sovereignity at border but also engaging with China

Reiterates border dispute is an internal matter between India and China.

China rejects Trump’s offer to mediate in Sino-India border standoff; says both countries does not need intervention of ‘third party’

Reacting for the first time to the US president's offer, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said, the two countries did not want the "intervention" from a third party to resolve the current military standoff.

China also rejects Trump's offer to mediate in border standoff

Chinese Foreign Ministry asserts the two countries did not want the

Modi not in 'good mood' over border standoff with China, says Trump

US presid­ent had earlie­r offere­d to mediat­e on the border disput­e betwee­n India and China

India Gives Lie To Trump Claim On Ladakh Row

Top government sources on Friday virtually contradicted US President Donald Trump's claim of a conversation between him and Prime Minister Narenda Modi on India's ongoing military standoff with China in eastern Ladakh

Army Top Brass Discusses Ladakh Stand-Off, J&K Situation 

The apex leadership of the Indian Army deliberated on various aspects related to existing and developing security challenges, the Army said on Friday at the end of a three-day conference of its top commanders here

Trump Says, PM Modi Not In ‘Good Mood’

US President Donald Trump has said that he spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is not in a

US President Trump never spoke to PM Modi over India-China tensions, claims New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is “not in a good mood” over tension along India-China disputed boundary, the United States President Donald Trump said after claiming to have spoken to him over phone –

Three-Day Indian Army Conference concluded with a decision to halt patrolling on Pangong Tso Lake

Monitoring Desk: After beaten up by soldiers of the People’s Liberation Army of China, the Indian Army has halted patrolling near Pangong Tso Lake, reports Indian media. According to Indian news channels and sources in the Ministry of Defence, the apex leadership of the Indian Army on Friday deliberated on various aspects related to existing and developing security challenges and decided to seize patrolling at Pangong Tso Lake in disputed areas between India and China in Ladakh. It is pertinent to mention that the Indian Army held a three-day conference of its top commanders which lasted on Friday. Issuing a brief statement, the Army did not mention the specific issues discussed at the biannual event but Indian media confirmed that the apex leadership of the Indian Army has decided to resolve issues with China without involving the United States and by withdrawing from troubled spots in Ladakh. Official sources said a review of the situation in eastern Ladakh where Indian and Chinese troops are engaged in a tense…

Defence minister Rajnath Singh speaks to US on China's LAC intrusion

PLA continues building bunkers and roads, deploys tanks, artillery

India rejects US mediation in Ladakh standoff, reiterates China issue is bilateral

China too, in a statement on Friday, rejected any US mediation.

Rajnath Singh discusses border situation with US def secy

India News: India will need to firmly keep up its guard against China’s creeping cartographic aggression in eastern Ladakh, sources said on Friday, even as defenc

Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says

The 2005 law gives the country the legal basis for military action against Taiwan if it secedes or seems about to, making the narrow Taiwan Strait a potential military flashpoint.

Trump Says Will Revoke Hong Kong Special Status, Reviews China NYSE Listings

A new day for Hong Kong. The breakup begins now.

China asks Western nations to stay out of its internal matters in Hong Kong

China has lodged diplomatic protests with the US, the UK, Canada and Australia for "interfering" in its internal matters by criticising its new security law for Hong Kong.

“Let Hong Kong be Hong Kong”- US top diplomat in Hong Kong

"Let Hong Kong be Hong Kong"

“Let Hong Kong be Hong Kong”- US top diplomat in Hong Kong

"Let Hong Kong be Hong Kong"

Marc Thiessen: Trump must threaten China with 'brain drain' and 'capital flight' amid Hong Kong crackdown

Washington Post columnist and Fox News contributor Marc Thiessen previewed President Trump's Friday announcement dealing with China on "The Story" Thursday, predicting that the president would "impose sanctions" on the Beijing government in response to its moves to restrict Hong Kong's autonomy.

Hong Kong govt warns removing US special status is 'double-edged sword'

HONG KONG, May 29 — Hong Kong's government warned Washington that withdrawing its special US status, which has underpinned the city as a global financial hub, could be a "double-edged sword" and urged the United States to stop interfering in internal affairs. The statement came as US President...

Will the US soon treat Hong Kong like china? Much is at stake

Hong Kong risks becoming collateral damage in the growing rivalry between China and the United States.

Hong Kong government warns removing U.S. special status is 'double-edged sword'

Hong Kong's government warned Washington that withdrawing its special U.S. status, which has underpinned the city as a global financial hub, could be a "do

U.S. revocation on Hong Kong: Big symbolism, less certain effect

At the most drastic, Trump could abolish all special commercial privileges and treat the financial hub as any other Chinese city

Hong Kong govt warns removing U.S. special status is 'double-edged sword'

HONG KONG — Hong Kong told the United States to keep out of the internal debate over new national security laws being imposed by China, and warned that withdrawal of the financial hub’s special status under U.

China says wants ‘peaceful reunification’ with Taiwan

BEIJING- The head of China’s Taiwan affairs office said on Friday that “one country, two systems” and “peaceful reunification” are the best ways to bring China and Taiwan together.

Coming Apocalypse of Xi Jinping

China stares at an economic collapse in wake of Covid of an economy already bruised with Trump's trade war. Therefore, the move in Hong Kong reflect Xi and Party's nervousness is managing economic fallouts of Covid and trade war. Current Hong Kong move appears geared more towards domestic audience rather than global for a change.

Hong Kong govt warns removing US special status is ‘double-edged sword’

"Any sanctions are a double-edged sword that will not only harm the interests of Hong Kong but also significantly those of the US," the city's government said late on Thursday.

Hong Kong govt warns removing US special status is “double-edged sword”

The statement came as US President Donald Trump is due to announce later on Friday his response to the Chinese parliament’s advancement of national security legislation for Hong Kong.

'Double-edged sword': Hong Kong gov't warns US on special status

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam tried to rally people behind China's new national security on Friday, as the government warned the United States to stop interfering in its internal affairs, saying the withdrawal of the territory's special status could be a "double-edged sword".

Security law ‘puts Hong Kong’s appeal for business at risk’

Hong Kong’s status as a leading place to do business could be in peril following the adoption of a national security law.

Security law ‘puts Hong Kong’s appeal for business at risk’

Chinese leaders said the new law was needed to combat unspecified threats in the semi-autonomous region.

China slams 'senseless' US move at UN over Hong Kong

China accused the US of taking the UN hostage on Friday over a controversial security law for Hong Kong and warned Western nations to stay out of its internal affairs.

Hong Kong's freedom is vanishing in front of us

Xi Jinping's power grab is turning the territory's special status into nothing but a hollowed-out facade

Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says

BEIJING, May 29 — China will attack Taiwan if there is no other way of stopping it from becoming independent, one of the country's most senior generals said today, a rhetorical escalation between China and the democratically ruled island Beijing claims as its own. Speaking at Beijing's Great Hall...

China faces mounting pressure over Hong Kong security law

The US, Britain, Canada, and Australia lead criticism of the planned law, which would punish secession, subversion of state power, terrorism, and acts that endanger national security

Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says

BEIJING — China will attack Taiwan if there is no other way of stopping it from becoming independent, one of the country’s most senior generals said on Friday, a rhetorical escalation from China aimed at the democratic island Beijing claims as its own.

China approves national security law for Hong Kong

HONG KONG/BEIJING China's Parliament approved a decision yesterday to go forward with national security legislation for Hong Kong that democracy activists in the city and Western countries fear could erode its freedoms and jeopardise its role as a global financial...

China says wants 'peaceful reunification' with Taiwan

BEIJING (Reuters) - The head of China’s Taiwan Affairs Office said on Friday that “one country, two systems” and “peaceful reunification” is the best way to bring China and Taiwan together.

Taiwan premier says new law not needed for Hong Kong refugees

Su Tseng-chang shoots down requests for new asylum system, says existing legislation works

China readies National Security Law to strip Hong Kong of its autonomy, allow Beijing's intelligence agencies to formally enter island city

While the Chinese government broadly abided by Sino-British Joint Declaration for the first decade or so after the handover, it has, in recent years, tried to tighten its grip over the island city.

'No cards left': Hong Kong residents sell up and search for way out as China cements grip

Web searches for emigration rose ten-fold after news came through about China’s approaching national security laws

The end of Hong Kong?

Dissident Chinese artist Ai Weiwei believes a newly passed national security law for Hong Kong augurs the end for the semi-autonomous city.

Hong Kong warns removing U.S. special status is a 'double-edged sword'

HONG KONG — Hong Kong told the United States to keep out of the debate over national security legislation being imposed by China, and warned that withdrawal of the financial hub’s special status under U.

Taiwan president visits bookshop to show solidarity with Hong Kongers

Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Friday visited a bookshop that has become a symbol of resistance to perceived Chinese encroachments on Hong Kong's liberties, vowing to give help to the city's citizens fleeing to the democratic island. Tsai this week became the first world leader to pledge specific

Taiwan president visits bookshop to show solidarity with Hong Kongers

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Friday visited a bookshop that has become a symbol of resistance to perceived Chinese encroachments on Hong Kong’s liberties, vowing to give help to the city’s citizens fleeing to the democratic island.

Beijing Urges Foreign Nations to Cease Attempts at Meddling in Hong Kong Affairs

The day before, China's parliament overwhelmingly passed a resolution to draft a law on national security in Hong Kong that would outlaw secessionism in the territory...

Australia condemns Hong Kong security laws but says no China sanctions

Australia has joined the United States to condemn China's new national security laws for Hong Kong which they say will curtail civil liberties.

Taiwan says its people won't choose dictatorship

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan’s people will neither choose dictatorship nor bow to violence, the government said on Friday, after a senior Chinese general said Beijing reserved the right to use force to prevent the Chinese-claimed island becoming independent.

China tightens grip over Hong Kong

The Chinese Parliament’s approval for a controversial new security law for Hong Kong has far-reaching implications for the latter’s democratic freedoms and autonomy. The law is aimed at “splittism, subversion of State power, terrorism or interference by foreign countries or outside influences” in the city. Hong Kong’s pro-democracy activists fear that as in China, this law will be misused to silence their criticism of the Chinese government and to crush dissent.

China public security ministry pledges to 'direct and support' HK police

SHANGHAI — China’s public security ministry pledged to “direct and support” the Hong Kong police force after China’s parliament approved a decision to impose a national security law on the semi-autonomous territory, highlighting Beijing’s intention to take a more hands-on law-enforcement role in the city.

Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says

Li Zuocheng, chief of the Joint Staff Department and member of the Central Military Commission, left the door open to using force.

Hong Kong govt warns removing US special status is "double-edged sword"

Hong Kong's government warned Washington that withdrawing its special US status, which has underpinned the city as a global financial hub, could be a "double-edged sword" and urged the United States to stop interfering in internal affairs.

China approves plan to impose Hong Kong security law

China's parliament approved plans Thursday to impose a security law on Hong Kong that has ratcheted up tensions with the US and sparked new protests over fears the city is losing its special

China public security ministry pledges to 'direct and support' HK police

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China’s public security ministry pledged to “direct and support” the Hong Kong police force after China’s parliament approved a decision to impose a national security law on the semi-autonomous territory, highlighting Beijing’s intention to take a more hands-on law-enforcement role in the city.

US, UK step up pressure on China over Hong Kong security law

China faced growing international pressure Friday over its move to impose a security law on Hong Kong that critics say will destroy the city's autonomy, with the United States and Britain placing the…

UK, US, Australia and Canada scold China over Hong Kong law

LONDON (Reuters) - The United Kingdom, the United States, Australia and Canada criticised China on Thursday for imposing a new security law on Hong Kong that they said would breach the 1984 Sino-British agreement on the former colony and threaten its freedoms.

Taiwan's president visits Causeway Bay Bookstore to support Hong Kong

Visit comes one day after President Tsai condemns passing of Hong Kong security law draft

Chinese general threatens attack on Taiwan to stop independence

Although China has never renounced the use of force, it is rare for a top, serving military officer to so explicitly make the threat in a public setting.

Chinese general threatens attack on Taiwan to stop independence

Although China has never renounced the use of force, it is rare for a top, serving military officer to so explicitly make the threat in a public setting.

Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says

Speaking at Beijing's Great Hall of the People on the 15th anniversary of the Anti-Secession Law, Li Zuocheng, chief of the Joint Staff Department and member of the Central Military Commission, left the door open to using force.

Hong Kong government warns removing US special status is 'double-edged sword'

HONG KONG: Hong Kong's government warned Washington that withdrawing its special US status, which has underpinned the city as a global financial ...

Taiwan president meets HK dissident, promises support for protesters

Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen visited a bookstore run by a prominent Hong Kong dissident Friday, repeating promises of humanitarian support and sanctuary for those fighting for democracy in the finance hub.

Hongkongers eye grim future as China approves national security law

Members of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protest movement fear that the new legislation will further tighten Beijing's grip on the state

Hong Kong media tycoon vows to stay and “fight” China, backs US pressure

HONG KONG, May 29 — Embattled Hong Kong publishing tycoon Jimmy Lai – one of the financial hub’s most prominent democracy activists – said on Friday he would fight till the last against Beijing’s imposition of national security laws and keep publishing. “What I have, this place gave me,...

China approves plan to impose Hong Kong security law

China's parliament approved plans Thursday to impose a security law on Hong Kong that has ratcheted up tensions with the US and sparked new protests over fears the city is losing its special freedoms.

The riot police were again out in force on the streets of Hong Kong this week

China accused the US of taking the UN hostage on Friday over a controversial security law for Hong Kong and warned Western nations to stay out of its internal affairs. The US, Britain, Canada and Australia led criticism of the planned law, which would punish secession, subversion of state power, terrorism

Attack on Taiwan an option to stop independence, top China general says

BEIJING, May 29 (Reuters) - China will attack Taiwan if there is no other way of stopping it from becoming independent, one of the country's most senior generals said on Friday, in a rhetorical escalation from China aimed at the democratic island Beijing claims as its own.

China faces mounting pressure over Hong Kong security law

US, Britain succeed in securing an informal discussion at the UNSC as Canada and Australia too criticise planned law.

Protest in Hong Kong over China's move to pass security law

Dozens of people protested in a mall in Hong Kong on Friday following a vote by China's ceremonial parliament to approve legislation that could severely restrict opposition political activity and civil society in the Asian financial centre.

Taiwan says its people won't choose dictatorship

Taiwan's people will neither choose dictatorship nor bow to violence, the government said on Friday, after a senior Chinese general said Beijing reserved the right to use force to prevent the

Beijing takes off the gloves: China to 'fully instruct' Hong Kong police on the crackdown on pro-democracy protests as state media says 'all traitors should be sent to the UK'

The Chinese Ministry of Public Security said it would 'earnestly carry out' a newly passed national security law, which allows China to quell activities it deems as 'subversive' in the semi-autonomous city.

Protest in Hong Kong over China's move to pass security law

Dozens of people protested in a mall in Hong Kong on Friday following a vote by China's ceremonial parliament to approve legislation that could severely restrict opposition political activity and

US takes action against China over Hong Kong

The president also said the US would be suspending entry of certain Chinese citizens.

Asia Today: S Korea has another 39 cases linked to warehouse

South Korea on Saturday reported 39 new cases of the coronavirus, most of them in the densely populated Seoul area where officials have linked scores of infections to warehouse workers.

27,403 cases of COVID-19 in South Africa

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has announced that South Africa has recorded a total of 27,403 COVID-19 cases as of 28 May 2020.

How Kibra has fueled surge of Covid-19 cases as 147 more test positive

Spike in cases in Kibra and Langata linked to lack of social distancing and heavy use of public transport.

24 more test positive for COVID-19 in Assam, total count 880

As many as 24 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in Assam, taking the total number of such cases in the state to 880, Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Of the 24, 11 are from Goalpara, three each from Nalbari and Tinsukia, two from Dibrugarh and one each from Kamrup, Nagaon, Karbi

With no deaths, Namibia to further ease coronavirus lockdown

Namibia has received international praise after recording only 22 confirmed COVID-19 infections with 14 recoveries.

Egypt records 1,127 new coronavirus cases, 29 deaths

Egypt recorded 1,127 new coronavirus, COVID-19 cases, Thursday, raising the total number of confirmed cases since the outbreak in Egypt to 20,793.

Why Upward Curve Of Covid Cases Haunts GHMC Areas In Hyderabad?

Every day 30 to 40 people from GHMC limits are being admitted in Gandhi hospital after testing positive. This has been the situation for quite some time in three districts (Hyderabad and part of Ranga Reddy and Medchal-Malkajgiri) that are under GHMC limits. While 85 percent of Telangana is almost free from Corona cases for last few weeks, the situation in GHMC is exactly the opposite.

S. Korea struggling to contain cluster-traced virus spread in greater Seoul area

South Korea reported more than 50 new virus cases for the second consecutive day Friday, all in the Seoul metropolitan area due to logistics center-tied cluster infections, putting renewed strain on health authorities to contain further spread in the densely populated region. South Korea reported 58 more additional COVID-19 cases, raising the total caseload to 11,402, according to the Korea Centers for Disease Contr...

Coronavirus in Maharashtra: Number COVID-19 cases cross in state crosses 2000-mark in a day

Indonesia's 'new normal' comes with infection risk

The Jokowi government is keen to get the country back to work but a surge in COVID-19 cases could be just around the corner.

COVID-19 in live updates: India sees highest single day jump as cases cross 1.65 lakh; recovery rate hikes to 42.88%

Maharashtra has the highest number of cases with nearly 60,000 positive cases of infection and close to 2,000 deaths.

COVID-19 in India live updates: Gurugram adds 18 new containment zones as cases increase, total 63

Maharashtra has the highest number of cases with nearly 60,000 positive cases of infection and close to 2,000 deaths.

Metro Manila put under general community quarantine despite spike of COVID-19 cases

President Rodrigo Duterte announced last night the shifting of Metro Manila's lockdown to general community quarantine (GCQ) starting June 1, allowing thousands of Filipinos to go back to work amid the continued spike of COVID-19 cases The...

Tokyo hospital faces group infections as Japan fears second coronavirus wave

Infections in Tokyo rose to nearly 5,200 on Thursday, the highest among the country's 47 prefectures.

South Korea reports 58 new coronavirus cases

Rest of World News: Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun called for officials to examine working conditions at warehouses of online shopping companies, which have seen orders su

Cases surge; GCQ in MM

President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the shift to a more relaxed community quarantine starting June 1 for Metro Manila, the country’s epicenter for the coronavirus pandemic.

Thailand reports 11 new coronavirus cases, no new deaths

BANGKOK, May 29 — Thailand confirmed 11 new coronavirus cases today and no new deaths, taking the number of infections to 3,076. The new cases were all patients who had arrived from Kuwait and were in quarantine, said Taweesin Wisanuyothin, a spokesman for the government's Centre for Covid-19...

India coronavirus death toll passes China's

NEW DELHI, May 29 — India's coronavirus death toll passed neighbouring China's today, with 175 new fatalities in 24 hours taking the total to 4,706, according to official data. India, home to some of the world's most packed cities and a creaking healthcare system, is emerging as a new hotspot...

Theaters may reopen, curfew gets a cut: COVID-19 Task Force

Return to movie theaters and start your day earlier – or slink home pre-dawn sooner – when restrictions are lifted Monday Health officials today announced that cinemas are among venues which may resume business as coronavirus infections wane,...

India Registers Biggest Single-Day Spike of 7,466 Covid-19 Cases

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,706 in the country, while the number of cases climbed to 1,65,799, registering an increase of 175 deaths and a record jump of 7,466 cases since Thursday

South Korea limits school numbers over virus spike

SEOUL, May 29 — South Korea today imposed limits on the number of pupils going to schools in and around Seoul as officials scramble to tackle fresh coronavirus cases that threaten the country's success in containing the epidemic. Only one in three pupils at kindergartens, elementary and middle...

Philippines sees largest spike in infections, will still ease curbs

MANILA/JAKARTA The Philippines saw its biggest spike in coronavirus cases yesterday, with 539 new infections recorded. The fresh cases brought the nationwide tally to 15,588, of which 921 have led to deaths. The numbers are expected to rise further, the Health...

South Korea re-imposes curbs after 79 cases reported

SEOUL South Korea yesterday re-imposed a series of coronavirus social distancing measures it had eased early this month, as a series of clusters threatened to challenge its success in containing the epidemic. Officials announced 79 new cases yesterday - taking its total to...

Highest per-day spike of 827 positive cases in Tamil Nadu, death toll up to 145

Migrants and returnees account for more than 100 positives on Thursday

Now, a new record every day: Telangana records 158 new Covid-19 cases, 4 deaths

Telangana's toll in the pandemic has now risen to 67

Algeria extends virus lockdown until June 13

Since 19 March, the authorities have banned gatherings and suspended all public and private means of public transport within cities and between provinces, as well as rail traffic.

Trump cuts ties with WHO mid-pandemic, as Europe speeds reopening

US President Donald Trump on Friday said he was severing ties with the World Health Organization, signalling the end of hundreds of millions of dollars in funding to the UN agency as the deadly coronavirus pandemic rages on.

Taiwanese student evacuated from Russia tests positive for coronavirus

Nation's latest coronavirus case was among 96 Taiwanese evacuated from Russia

South Korea re-imposes some social restrictions to combat new virus cases

The new cases – mostly centered in the Seoul metropolitan area where half the South Korean population lives – prompts officials to strengthen social distancing rules that were eased on May 6

Thailand to further ease restrictions, shorten curfew hours

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand will next week shorten curfew hours and ease restrictions on more businesses, the government said on Friday, in response to its low numbers of locally transmitted cases of the coronavirus.

Coronavirus cases in Pakistan cross 64,000-mark, death toll soars to 1,317

Pakistan News: The Ministry of National Health Services reported that 25,309 cases were diagnosed in Sindh, 22,964 in Punjab, 8,842 in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, 3,928 in B

Day 66 of coronavirus lockdown: Ground report from Indian cities

India News: NEW DELHI: The number of novel coronavirus cases in various cities across the country continued to rise as the city administrations tried to get the l.

With 2,598 New Cases, Maharashtra’s Covid-19 Count Increases To 59,546

The number of active cases in the state has also increased to 38,939.

Uganda’s COVID-19 cases surpass 300

The Ministry of Health tweeted last night that the new cases bring the total tally to 317.

South Korea seeks to import anti-viral remdesivir as new coronavirus cases emerge

SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korean health authorities said on Friday they would request imports of Gilead Sciences Inc’s anti-viral drug remdesivir to treat COVID-19, as new outbreaks of the disease flare as social distancing restrictions are eased.

COVID-19: 623 New Cases and 11 Deaths Reported

The Ministry of Public Health on Friday reported 623 new positive cases of COVID-19--out of 985 samples tested--in the last 24 hours.

COVID-19: 623 New Cases and 11 Deaths Reported

The Ministry of Public Health on Friday reported 623 new positive cases of COVID-19--out of 985 samples tested--in the last 24 hours.

Back to old normal?

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo keeps talking about living in the new normal, but without sufficient preparation, people will only return to the old normal — to their crowded and unhealthy, and likely more risk-filled, lives. Like in any other critical time in the country, he has ordered the deployment of police and military personnel to ensure discipline in provinces with the highest cases and deaths. This sounds quite like the old times.

1295 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Northeast

 Assam COVID-19 tally reaches 936

Egypt adusts coronavirus night-time curfew

DUBAI: Egypt is adjusting its night-time curfew, from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., for 15 days as the government implements measures to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. The decision on the COVID-19 curfew will come into effect on Saturday, Egyptian Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouli said. All restaurants, cafes, cafeterias, casinos, night clubs, bars, shopping centers

Authorities report 13 new COVID-19 cases, all returnees from Pakistan

Hong Kong reported 13 new COVID-19 cases Friday, all of them imported cases from Pakistan Among the infections are a family cluster of five, which includes a mother and her three kids who went to Pakistan in January to attend a relative's wedding...

With no deaths, Namibia to further ease coronavirus lockdown

WINDHOEK, May 28 (Reuters) - Namibia, which has so far recorded no coronavirus deaths, said on Thursday it would within days further ease restrictions on social and economic activities.

24 more Filipinos abroad get coronavirus; total at 2,845

The Department of Foreign Affairs records 4 more deaths, raising the coronavirus death toll among Filipinos overseas to 340

South Korea coronavirus spike stirs second wave concern, social distancing crackdown

SEOUL, May 28 (Reuters) - South Korea reported 79 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, the most in nearly eight weeks, triggering the return of tougher social distancing curbs amid the spectre of a second wave of disease in a country praised for containing the first outbreak.

AP COVID-19 Update: 2,037 Patients Recovered

AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh reported 33 new cases, taking the state's tally to 2,874 on Friday.  One person has died in Kurnool in the last 24 hours and the death toll stood at 60. Kurnool remains the

AP COVID-19 Update: 2,037 Patients Recovered

AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh reported 33 new cases, taking the state's tally to 2,874 on Friday.  One person has died in Kurnool in the last 24 hours and the death toll stood at 60. Kurnool remains the

Another returning resident tests positive for coronavirus in Leyte

An OFW from Hilongos town in Leyte province tests positive for the virus. The patient is the latest of 3 returning residents confirmed with the virus in the Eastern Visayas

S.Korea seeks to import anti-viral remdesivir as new coronavirus cases emerge

SEOUL - South Korean health authorities said on Friday they would request imports of Gilead Sciences Inc's anti-viral drug remdesivir to treat COVID-19, as new outbreaks of the disease flare as social distancing restrictions are eased.

Russia sees highest Covid-19 deaths for 2nd day in row

Highes­t deaths due to rise in patien­ts suffer­ing from more severe sympto­ms, says offici­al

Iran sees upward trend of virus cases in many provinces

Khuzes­tan, Razavi Khoras­an, Lorest­an, Kurdis­tan, Kerman­shah, Hormoz­gan, Mazand­arana and Kerman among high-risk region­s

Despite GCQ, Metro Manila still far from winning COVID-19 battle

Metro Manila cities differ in how they are faring against the virus, leading a U.P. expert to call for continued caution amid the easing of quarantine measures

Bahrain reports 300 new COVID-19 cases

Total recoveries from the coronavirus rise to 5,491

New record high: PH confirms 1,046 more coronavirus cases

The Philippines has 16,634 coronavirus cases as of Friday, May 29

COVID-19: Kuwait records 1,072 new cases, 9 fatalities

Total climbs to 25,184 infections, 194 deaths

Covid-19 cases in Asia-Pacific continue to rise as India reports biggest daily jump of 7,466 new cases

India's federa­l health minist­ry report­ed 175 more deaths and 7,466 new positi­ve cases due to the Covid-19 pandem­ic

Mira Bhayandar: 26 new COVID-19 positive cases, two deaths on Friday

The metropolitan satellite township of Mira Bhayandar continued with the present spurt in the number of COVID-19 cases as 26 more persons tested positive for the virus on Friday. This includes two patients who succumbed in the last 24 hours, taking the death toll to 22.

India Now Has More Virus Deaths Than China Where Pandemic Started

India is the latest country whose coronavirus death count has topped the number of lives lost in China, where the pandemic started

Saudi Arabia to assess coronavirus spreading rate

Ministry launches 3rd phase of expanded checkup to assess coronavirus spreading rate

Quebec schools see spike in COVID-19 cases as Ontario eyes regional reopenings

A cluster of COVID-19 cases in Quebec's elementary schools is shining a light on the cost of reopening Canada's hardest hit provinces, as Ontario announced

Only four new COVID-19 cases, 228 active across B.C.

Health officials watching as activities ramp up

Here’s what R120 million buys you – now that real estate can operate at level 3

The real estate industry will resume operations under level 3 lockdown on Monday, 1 June.

Western Australia’s Restaurants, Bars and Pubs Can Serve Up to 100 Patrons From June 6

Galleries, museums, theatres, auditoriums, cinemas and concert venues will also be allowed to reopen as part of the state government's roadmap to easing restrictions.

Rush expected for Queen's Birthday travel

Bubbles are bursting. This story was first published by RNZ Local tourists are hitting the road this weekend to reclaim some of the country's best...

EXPLAINER: Will Phase 2 of lifting Covid-19 restrictions happen on June 8?

When Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced the government's roadmap for re-opening the country and the economy, he warned that the phases were not guaranteed to run on the dates specified.  The roadma...

Longer lines for rides, and no parade: Theme parks to open, but will visitors return?

Mickey Mouse and Cinderella are back to rescue your summer, but there won’t be any hugs, and no parade, either. Over the next two months, some of the nation’s biggest theme parks will be opening their gates to the public again. The coronavirus pandemic forced parks to close in March, leading to billions of dollars in lost revenue for major operators such as Disney and Universal. Now, theme parks are dipping a toe in the water, opening to limited capacity and executing a complicated plan to accommodate reservations, while trying to return furloughed employees and train them on a host of new procedures. Universal Orlando opens its doors to the public on June 5, SeaWorld on June 11, and by mid-July Disney’s parks will welcome thousands of vacationers, though Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis still has to give final approval. Theme park operators have spent months racking their brains, consulting with health experts, and examining data models on how to reduce crowd size and mitigate health risks. All of that adds up to a…

Rush expected for Queen's Birthday travel

Local tourists are hitting the road this holiday weekend to reclaim some of the country's best hotspots. With international visitors locked out -...

Bapela concerned about social distancing at liquor outlets

From Monday, South Africans will also be able to buy alcohol but only from Monday to Thursday between 9 am and 5pm.

CoCT urges Dlamini-Zuma to consider opening parks, beaches

Cape Town Mayor Dan Plato said that there'd been calls by residents to open recreational areas.

B.C. looks to staycations to save tourism

Destination BC has produced a draft plan for a June campaign launch if the provincial health officer approves of the next phase of the province’s restart

Vancouver’s restaurant patios to expand onto sidewalks, curbside street spaces

The move is intended to help restaurants, now allowed to open with restrictions as part of British Columbia’s coronavirus pandemic plan, survive with less indoor seating

What pubs could look like post-lockdown with temperature checks, screens and orders on an app

Manchester bar Albert’s Schloss has unveiled what it will do to open safely with temperature checks at the door, perspex screens, one-way systems, reduced menus, nominated table captains and beer tap-style hand sanitising stations

Live Q&A: Everything you wanted to know about moving to the countryside

Join our live discussion with FT columnist Luke Edward Hall and buying agent Mark Parkinson at 12 noon on Friday May 29

Coronavirus: All you need to know about the lifting of lockdown measures

What changes around the UK with the imminent lifting of lockdown restrictions?

Coronavirus: All you need to know about the lifting of lockdown measures

What changes around the UK with the imminent lifting of lockdown restrictions?

Coronavirus: All you need to know about the lifting of lockdown measures

Some long-awaited changes are in store following the Prime Minister’s announcement that some lockdown measures will be eased from Monday.But what exactly will people around the UK be allowed to do once restrictions are lifted, and what will still be frowned upon?– Can I visit family and friends?As of Monday, people in England will be able to gather outdoors in socially-distanced groups of six. This means that groups can meet in parks and private gardens for chats and barbecues.Outdoor gatherings will also be allowed in Wales from Monday, however there is no limit on the number of people who are allowed to meet.Scottish citizens do not have to wait until Monday to visit family and friends, with restrictions being eased from Friday to allow gatherings of up to eight people.

Safari park's luxury lodges opening delayed until Easter 2021

The opening of West Midland Safari Park's new luxury lodges has been delayed until next year due to coronavirus.

Social distancing measures revised, gathering numbers increased in WA's next step out of restrictions

In Mid-May, Premier Mark McGowan initially predicted this further easing of restrictions would occur from mid-June.

City books hotel rooms for homeless, moving them out of Beacon Hill

Victoria will begin booking hotel and motel rooms for people living in Beacon Hill Park and elsewhere who were left behind when the province moved more than 300 people indoors from camps at Topaz . . .

Extending street's third care home would be 'intolerable' residents claim

Residents had previously submitted photographic evidence of a “constant stream of delivery vans, ambulances and hearses” blocking the road

We'll All Be Renting a Local Airbnb This Summer

Yes, people are itching to travel, but their first holidays are likely to be close to home.

Families to be reunited as Wales eases coronavirus lockdown from Monday

First Minister Mark Drakeford will confirm the lifting of some restrictions when he gives an update at lunchtime

Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game

WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.

Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game

WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.

Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game

WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.

Pursuit to reopen its Glacier Park Collection starting June 1

COLUMBIA FALLS, MT – Pursuit announced that it will begin reopening its lodging, culinary and retail experiences within its Glacier Park Collection starting June 1. The company temporarily suspended operations this past March and delayed seasonal openings to support the public health response to COVID-19, as travel restrictions and social distancing measures were initiated. Each reopening will follow both the state and provincial government’s approach on relaunching and will include rigorous cleaning, physical distancing and training protocols as outlined in Pursuit’s

People can meet family and friends as lockdown eases in Scotland

Some non-contact outdoor leisure activities such as golf, tennis, bowls and fishing are also resuming.

People can meet family and friends as lockdown eases in Scotland

Some non-contact outdoor leisure activities such as golf, tennis, bowls and fishing are also resuming.

Birmingham's Hippodrome theatre to remain closed until Autumn

The venue have postponed a raft of big hitting shows and said they are working with other bodies to introduce social distancing. The ticket sales dependent theatre also has no other source of revenue

New photos show extent of ruin at Strathmartine Hospital as plans labelled last chance to save site

Work to transform a derelict Tayside landmark could begin as early as next year after fresh photos showed the ruined state of the most substantial building on the site.

A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown

Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.

A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown

Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.Here is what some of the provinces have a

Golfers ‘champing at the bit’ to swing back into action on Fife courses

Golfers whose favourite pastime has been bunkered for the past few weeks are expected to swing into action on Friday.

Green light for garden parties, but careful using the bathroom: England releases new guidelines for social gatherings amid lockdown

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced measures to further ease lockdown in England at a press conference on Thursday.

Parts of Namadgi reopen for weekend

Sections of the Namadgi National Park will be reopened for the first time since the devastating January fires.

Coronavirus: Pubs with beer gardens likely to be the first hospitality venues to reopen

The government said pubs would not be able to reopen until 4 July at the earliest because of the difficulties of socially distancing

Former pub set to become flats

A former pub in Shrewsbury is to be turned into seven flats and have six houses built in its car park under plans approved by Shropshire Council.

People can meet family and friends as lockdown eases in Scotland

People can meet family and friends outdoors and play sports such as golf and tennis again as Scotland starts to ease out of lockdown. Garden centres are also reopening, while people are now allowed to sit and sunbathe in nearby parks and travel to somewhere local for recreation. From Friday the country is moving into phase one of the Scottish Government’s four-phase plan for gradually lifting lockdown. People north of the border are now able to meet one other household at a time outdoors – though they should continue to socially distance when meeting and the maximum number in the group should be eight.

Bullring and Grand Central back to full opening on June 15

Birmingham city centre's Bullring and Grand Central has announced that it will officially re-open on 15 June, in line with the latest guidance from the Government.

Pubs with beer gardens will be first to reopen

Venues with outside spaces will likely be the first to reopen with strict social distancing measures, a minister has said.

N.C. Transportation Museum opened to the public on Thursday

The N.C. Transportation Museum opened to the public on Thursday with a new outdoor-only self-guided tour, the Transportation Trail.

EXPLAINER: Will Phase 2 of lifting Covid-19 restrictions happen on June 8?

When Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced the government's roadmap for re-opening the country and the economy, he warned that the phases were not guaranteed to run on the dates specified.  The roadma...

Pontins open: Holiday park confirms dates for summer 2020 holidays and new rules

The company's six holiday parks have been shut for several weeks but are now set to reopen until the end of August as coronavirus lockdown measures are relaxed

Stirling area recycling centres to reopen next week with reduced capacity

Household waste and recycling centres at Polmaise and Callander are to reopen to residents from Monday, June 1.

Attingham Park among National Trust properties set to reopen

The National Trust is to begin opening gardens and parkland properties for people who have booked tickets in advance.

Simplified Torbay Recycling Centre lockdown system from Monday

Customers no longer have to park and wait at Goodrington before being allowed to drive to the tip

Hoteliers anxious about new guidelines

Karnataka to open hotels, places of worship from June 1; Centre’s direction awaited Open tourist spots too as hotels depend on travel industry, demand stakeholders Bengaluru/Mysuru: Good news for devotees in Karnataka as the State Government has decided that all Temples, Churches and Mosques will re-open from June 1. Similarly, the State will also allow...

Redcape Hotel to reopen pubs as restrictions taper off

Listed pub group Redcape says its primed to reopen its doors on Monday, with new-look properties and changes to how it serves customers in the post-pandemic era.

Four nations, four lockdowns: How different rules now apply in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland (so who's following what science?)

Long-awaited changes are being made to the UK's coronavirus lockdown with the four Home Nations now adopting different approaches to the loosening of draconian rules.

Downtown Victoria library gearing up to reopen for pickups

Greater Victoria residents will have access to new reading materials next month, as the central branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library gets ready to open for pickups in mid to late June. . . .

Renfrewshire Council: Don't rush to beauty spots as lockdown eases

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed the country would move into the first phase of lockdown easing from Friday

Toronto paints circles on park lawns in hopes of maintaining physical distancing

Weekend warm weather drew 10,000 to urban park causing consternation

EU weighs China policy amid concern over Hong Kong moves

European Union foreign ministers debated Friday ways to manage tense relations with China as it asserts more control over Hong Kong and amid concern about Beijing’s influence over EU officials.

US Declaration Of (Cold) War

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US to announce "certain decisions" on China on Friday: Trump

The US would announce "certain decisions" on China on Friday, President Donald Trump has said as he emphasised that Beijing should have stopped the coronavirus at the source. Led by the US, several countries in the world have blamed China for the spread of coronavirus and its failure to provide

Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students

Trump earlier said that he will hold a press conference Friday about China amid soaring tensions between the two powers, including over the status of Hong Kong and the novel coronavirus pandemic.

US strategy document formalises the threat of China and the US response

America has formalised its concerns about the political, economic and military threat which China poses for the world and has set out its proposals for dealing with it.

China hardens resolve to defy US, even as it speaks of cooperation; Li Keqiang calls for close trade relations

Ignoring threats from Washington, China stripped another layer of autonomy from Hong Kong on Thursday, ploughing ahead with a plan that would ban any form of dissent deemed subversive in the territory reclaimed from Britain more than two decades ago

Welcome to Cold War 2.0

The burgeoning conflict between China and the United States could escalate into an ideological competition that splits the world, and the latest fracas over Hong Kong's autonomy is a potential tipping point.

An economic Cold War was long coming

The US has always felt threatened by China’s rise. The Covid crisis has sharpened the conflict of economic interests

China’s media slams Trump over border comments, says he is ‘driving a wedge’

Washington believes the combined strength of Beijing and New Delhi could impair its interests in Asia and beyond, says The Global Times

Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students

The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump on Friday.

Trump to Rebuke China on Muslims After Hong Kong Friction

President Donald Trump is poised to sign a measure that would punish Chinese officials for imprisoning more than one million Muslims in internment camps, as he looks to rebuke Beijing over its crackdown in Hong Kong and its response to the coronavirus.

China's global influence to rise post-pandemic: European scholars

German expert warns US withdrawal from WHO will hand over more power to China

China extends olive branch to India amid border tensions after US seeks discussion on HK at UNSC

The Statesman / ANN Just before the US and China engaged in a diplomatic duel at the UN, American President Donald Trump tweeted that he had conveyed to both China and India that Washington was willing to mediate or arbitrate in the ‘raging border dispute’. Amid pressure from the United States, China extended reconciliatory messages to India after the US requested for an immediate online UN Security Council meeting to discuss a new legislation for Hong Kong to crush all dissent.

US To Announce "Certain Decisions" On China On Friday: Donald Trump

The US would announce "certain decisions" on China on Friday, President Donald Trump has said as he emphasised that Beijing should have stopped the coronavirus at the source.

Global economy will not survive US-China tension

Both countries must work out their differences to avoid another world economic meltdown

US to announce "certain decisions" on China on Friday: Trump

Trump has been pressing China to agree for an inquiry into the origin of the virus, including the allegation that it emerged from a bio-lab in the central Chinese city of Wuhan

Is China's ‘House of Cards’ in the Czech Republic beginning to wobble?

Public scepticism over Chinese influence campaigns and aggressive diplomacy is empowering anti-Beijing politicians.

US to announce ‘certain decisions’ on China on Friday: Trump

Led by the US, several countries in the world have blamed China for the spread of coronavirus and its failure to provide timely information about the disease, leading to the death of over three lakh people.

US to announce 'certain decisions' on China on Friday: Trump

The US would announce 'certain decisions' on China on Friday, President Donald Trump has said as he emphasised that Beijing should have stopped the coronavirus at the source. Led by the US,...

Bannon: World must stop China in Hong Kong

Via The Wire comes Steve Bannon:

Canada's Huawei extradition ruling could unleash more Chinese backlash

'Stakes are high'.

Boris Johnson Gets a Hong Kong Reality Check

Britain can no longer put business first in its dealings with Beijing. China’s new national security law for Hong Kong demands a broader response

US to announce ‘certain decisions’ on China today: Donald Trump

In the past few weeks, Trump has been very critical and vocal of China’s inability to control the spread of the novel coronavirus within its territory.

Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students

WASHINGTON, May 29 — The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said yesterday, ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump. Trump earlier said that he will hold a press conference today about China amid...

Beijing hardens resolve to defy US, even while calling for cooperation

Ignoring threats from Washington, China stripped another layer of autonomy from Hong Kong on Thursday, plowing ahead with a plan that would ban any form of dissent deemed subversive in the territory reclaimed from Britain more than two decades ago.

Did Xi Jinping create tension in Ladakh to mask domestic troubles, strengthen grip on Hong Kong?

Ladakh tension engineered by aggressive Chinese military has got the attention of the UN and the US among others. It also shifted the focus from coronavirus-induced problems of China and Hong Kong protests as Xi Jinping regime passed a law to change its character.

US to announce 'certain decisions' on China on Friday: Donald Trump

"It's a very sad situation. It should have never happened. China should have stopped it at the source, but they didn't do that," Trump says

Dissident Chinese artist warns of hidden cost of Beijing's Belt and Road deal

One of China’s most prolific and well-known political cartoonists warns the Victorian Premier over Beijing's signature policy.

Dissident Chinese artist warns of hidden cost of Beijing's Belt and Road deal

One of China’s most prolific and well-known political cartoonists warns the Victorian Premier over Beijing's signature policy.

Dissident Chinese artist warns of hidden cost of Beijing's Belt and Road deal

One of China’s most prolific and well-known political cartoonists warns the Victorian Premier over Beijing's signature policy.

US to announce 'certain decisions' on China on May 29: Donald Trump

Led by the US, several countries in the world have blamed China for the spread of coronavirus and its failure to provide timely information about the disease.

Europe reaches a tipping point over China’s Hong Kong gamble

European anger is palpable, and there are signs that China’s moves could have ramifications further down the line, by speeding European efforts to adopt a more unified industrial policy and influencing decisions on the role of Huawei Technologies Co. in 5G networks.

Opinion: The China-Canada ‘relationship’ is not worth saving

Ottawa’s constant tiptoeing around Beijing’s many aggressions signals a weak-kneed willingness to kowtow in the name of a friendship that doesn’t exist

EU weighs China policy amid concern over Hong Kong moves

BRUSSELS — European Union foreign ministers debated Friday ways to manage tense relations with China as it asserts more control over Hong Kong and amid concern about Beijing’s influence over EU officials.

Trump says will hold Friday press conference on China

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he will give a press conference on Friday (May 29) on China amid spiraling US-Chinese tensions over ...

The reality of the 'new cold war' with China

It's a good time to be a China hawk. Beijing's new national security law for Hong Kong, the latest effort to neuter the region's promised autonomy, has rung alarm bells across the political spectrum about China's intentions. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has already declared that the

The reality of the 'new cold war' with China

Does Xi Jinping matter?

Coronavirus pandemic: US to announce ‘certain decisions’ on China on Friday, says Donald Trump

The US over the last few days has expressed concerns over the new Chinese law on Hong Kong and has indicated taking steps against it.

Europe Airs ‘Grave Concern’ Over China’s Move in Hong Kong

The European Union voiced “grave concern” over sweeping new Chinese national-security legislation in Hong Kong and questioned China’s respect for its international commitments.

Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students

WASHINGTON, May 29 — The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump today. Trump said that he will hold a press conference today about China amid soaring tensions...

'A dud deal': Opposition promises to scrap BRI deal with China if elected

Opposition Leader Michael O'Brien said the Belt and Road Initiative with China was not in the state's interest and he would abolish it, if elected.

Investors Skittish Ahead of Expected Sanctions on China

Wall Street is starting to feel the sting of U.S.-China tensions, as investors await President Trump’s announcement on potential sanctions later Friday.

EU weighs China policy amid concern over Hong Kong moves

The ministers, holding talks via videoconference, are weighing the need for firm policy against the damage that it might do to business ties between the Asian economic giant and the world's biggest trading bloc.

U.K.'s Johnson, Trump, discuss potential of G7 meeting

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed the possibility Friday of meeting in person at the upcoming G7 gathering in the United States -- a session called into question by the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Who'll tame the Chinese dragon? After its ruthless clampdown on Hong Kong, CLIVE HAMILTON reveals Beijing wants a life-and-death battle with the West

By a majority of 2,878 to one (with six abstentions), The National People's Congress this week rubber-stamped a proposal that will change life for the citizens of Hong Kong for ever.

State Media: China Must Prepare for 'Long-Term Battle with the U.S.'

Beijing claims that it is prepared for a "long-term" conflict with the U.S. after China stripped Hong Kong of its sovereignty.

Trump strikes China over coronavirus, Hong Kong and student visas

US president announces withdrawal of funding from WHO

In broadside against China, Trump moves toward ending Hong Kong privileges

WASHINGTON/HONG KONG — President Donald Trump on Friday ordered his administration to begin the process of eliminating special U.

World needs answers from China: Trump says US 'terminating' relationship with WHO

As the COVID-19 pandemic erupted, Trump accused the UN agency of being a 'puppet' of China and had already suspended funding in mid-April.

In broadside against China, Trump moves toward ending Hong Kong privileges

WASHINGTON, May 30 ― President Donald Trump yesterday ordered his administration to begin the process of eliminating special US treatment for Hong Kong to punish China, but stopped short of calling an immediate end to privileges that have helped the territory remain a global financial centre. In...

China and the Rhineland Moment

America and its allies must not simply accept Beijing’s aggression.

Are State Reopening Policies Turning The Economy Around?

There may be some slight economic improvement in more aggressive “reopening” states. But the nation’s overall economic picture remains very troubled. And a too-aggressive reopening before the virus is under control could feed a second disease wave later this year.

Europe moves ahead with lockdown easing, but caution in Asia

As much of the world grapples to find the path forward, with the deadly virus still spreading in some places and a vaccine at best a distant reality, Europe is slowly emerging from isolation.

Linwoood mosque prepares to welcome back worshippers

From noon today, gatherings of up to 100 people will be allowed as Covid-19 rules are relaxed a little further. It comes just in time for Muslims...

Boris Johnson may learn that wars don’t always make leaders popular

The British prime minister wants to be a Churchill but is looking more like George W. Bush.

‘Never let a crisis go to waste’

"See the opportunity in every difficulty."     Yin and yang. Oil and water. Crisis and opportunity. Blood on the streets.

Hawaii senators support effort for ‘travel bubble’ agreement with Japan | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

An effort to reopen Hawaii’s tourism economy by forming a pilot “travel-safely bubble” with Japan got a preliminary blessing from state lawmakers today.

Rich Lister lessons from lockdown

The pandemic has left Australia's wealthiest people with time to reflect. Here's what the crisis has taught them.

Let’s tell this story properly - The Nation Nigeria

Today is the anniversary of many a governor and President Muhammadu Buhari. It marks the fifth anniversary of the president and marks either the first...

Europe moves ahead with lockdown easing, but caution in Asia

In a bit of happier news in Asia, a Bali zoo names a newborn giraffe after the virus

Coronavirus hits Coalition seats the hardest, upping pressure on PM

Nine of the 10 seats with the biggest jobless increases are held by the Coalition, raising internal pressure on Scott Morrison to extend the JobKeeper allowance.

Todd Muller’s beige persona might not be a bad thing in the battle against Jacinda Ardern

New Zealanders generally don’t like their leaders too colourful or ideological, which might play well for the new opposition leader after a horror first week

US layoffs climb to 41 million, despite business reopenings

An estimated 2.1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week despite the gradual reopening of businesses around the country

Summer of all fears

The lives of so many, locked down by the decisions of so few.

J&K beset with admin inertia, people suffering: Kamal

National Conference on Thursday expressed concern over the state of affairs in J&K saying over the past 10 months J&K continues to grapple with

Pandemic job losses slow down

The pace of job losses is slowing but still extreme, setting the expectation that job loss will still be at a historic high next week.

AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT

Protesters enter Minneapolis police station, set fires

View: On the economics of not dying

The White House has dealt with expert warnings about the risks of reopening by accusing the experts of conspiring against the president. Asked about that Columbia study suggesting that earlier action would have saved many lives, Trump responded that “Columbia is a liberal, disgraceful institution,” and he falsely claimed to have been ahead of the experts in calling for lockdown.

Healthcare workers want dual coronavirus, hurricane plan

WESTERN BUREAU: With the 2020 hurricane season looming on the horizon and most of the nation’s healthcare workers absorbed in the fight to stem the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, stakeholders in the healthcare sector want the Government to make...

Australian domestic tourism and coronavirus pandemic: A unique travel opportunity is being ruined by border skirmishes

It’s often remarked that one of the principal differences between Americans and Australians is that the former prefer to see their country first and the latter elect to see their nation last.

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now

Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:Suicide concernsHealth workers in Japan are worried the economic shock caused by the coronavirus pandemic will see a return to the 14 dark years from 1998 when more than 30,000 people killed themselves annually.

COVID-19 Informer: Chief Medical Officer urges anyone with cold, cough to get tested

Our COVID-19 Informer will keep you up to date with everything you need to know today.

Charting The Travel Industry’s Next Adventure

The pandemic decimated the travel industry in the first half of 2020, but industry experts are hopeful consumers will want to travel again soon. Here's why.

Coronavirus: Government must offer more support for Britain’s cash strapped tourist towns

Seven former Tory ministers, including an ex-Transport Secretary called on Boris Johnson to ditch plans to force people arriving in the UK to quarantine. There is also building pressure on Chancellor Rishi sunak to help the tourist sector

Public sector will get planned pay rise - Donohoe

Workers in the public sector will get a planned pay rise in October, Finance Minister Paschal Don...

Five years of PMB: We're glad he came our way, by Adesina

Who are the ‘we?’ Speak for yourself only, some cynics would say on merely seeing the headline of this piece.They would add: “You can talk because...

USMCA poised for star turn and protests in Minneapolis; In The News for May 29

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 29 ... --- COVID-19 in Canada ...

USMCA poised for star turn and protests in Minneapolis; In The News for May 29

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what’s on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 29 …—COVID-19 in Canada …The federal government is pumping millions more into helping remote and rural Indigenous communities cope with the COVID-19 crisis.

The inside story of our COVID detente

The government needed to bring unions and bosses together - fast. They chose a Labor and union man as their go-between - and it worked.

The inside story of our COVID detente

The government needed to bring unions and bosses together - fast. They chose a Labor and union man as their go-between - and it worked.

The inside story of our COVID detente

The government needed to bring unions and bosses together - fast. They chose a Labor and union man as their go-between - and it worked.

ALDE's Tariceanu: Romania ranks last in Europe in terms of share of aids for economy recovery

Alliance of Liberals and Democrats ( ALDE ) Chairman Calin Popescu-Tariceanu criticised the Government on Thursday evening, showing that it...

Five years of Buhari: We’re glad he came our way ― Adesina

Who are the ‘we?’ Speak for yourself only, some cynics would say on merely seeing the headline of this piece.

Europe moves ahead with lockdown easing, but caution in Asia

Several European countries including France and Britain on Thursday moved to further lift crippling coronavirus lockdown measures, but fresh restrictions in parts of Asia signaled the crisis is far from over.

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Britain's double shame: coronavirus deaths and economic collapse

Lockdown is likely to go down in history as the UK’s most costly policy failure of modern times, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

They made a mockery of our trust: why Britain is united in fury at the PM and his adviser

White-hot, palpable fury has spanned the political divide.

Lead and we follow: country of over-achievers in times of crisis

History shows that national unity only lasts as long as the emergency.

‘The political dilemma’: Queensland’s border war ignites early election talk

With an election looming, keeping Queensland's border closed is a political risk for Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk.

Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson have wrecked something precious

Their actions may damage the Tories’ political prospects, but the real victim is the British people’s trust in those in charge, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland

Municipal corporations to roll out disaster risk management programme

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie, says the island’s municipal corporations will be rolling out the first phase of their disaster risk mitigation programme in two weeks, for the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane...

Sanwo-Olu: One year after - The Nation Nigeria

Sanwo-olu’s administration coincided with the advent of massive downpour when the potholes it inherited were made worse to become boreholes....

A Roadmap to Our Coronavirus Summer and Fall

As lockdowns end, we still don’t know what to expect.

Globe editorial: Has the pandemic changed Doug Ford?

When Premier Ford ordered a swift shutdown of the province, his law and order instincts, and his plain language, caught the public mood

Rex Murphy: Newfoundland's SOS falls on deliberately deaf ears

At the rate things are going in the province, it might not be around in 2050 to emit any emissions at all

Damage Caused by the Lockdown Worse than the Virus Itself?

London (CNN) - Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself? That's a question raised by some world leaders and commentators who claim that economic and social hardship caused by strict coronavirus restrictions places a heavier burden on society than the death rate caused by the disease. These lockdown skeptics point to the tens of millions of US jobs lost in an economic downturn not seen since the Great Depression, the warning by the European Commission of a recession of "historic proportions" and the Bank of England's fear that the British economy is facing its worst crash in three centuries.

Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself?

London (CNN) - Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself? That's a question raised by some world leaders and commentators who claim that economic and social hardship caused by strict coronavirus restrictions places a heavier burden on society than the death rate caused by the disease. These lockdown skeptics point to the tens of millions of US jobs lost in an economic downturn not seen since the Great Depression, the warning by the European Commission of a recession of "historic proportions" and the Bank of England's fear that the British economy is facing its worst crash in three centuries.

Scientists warn ‘too soon to ease lockdown’ ahead of ‘tempting’ warm weekend

The comments come ahead of relaxation of restrictions in England on Monday.

Ramaphosa on South Africa’s cigarette ban, alcohol sales, and a move to lockdown level 2

South Africa’s level 3 regulations are appropriate for ‘right now’ and the country is already targeting a move to level 2 of the lockdown with fewer restrictions, says president Cyril Ramaphosa.

No major increase in virus spread since restrictions eased

THERE HAS been no major increase in the spread of coronavirus since Ireland entered phase 1 of exiting lockdown. On 18 May, some of Ireland's lockdown restrictions were tweaked, allowing certain shops to open, people to visit up to four friends outdoors while maintaining social distance, and citizens allowed to venture up to 5km from home for exercise. The Government had warned that its planned phased reopening of the country could be reversed if there is a spike in cases-- however it seems the people of Ireland "have learned how to go about their business and not spread this virus". The positive comments come from National Public Health Emergency Team member Professor Philip Nolan, who is chair of the Irish Epidemiological Modelling Advisory Group for the team. Speaking this morning on RTÉ's Morning Ireland, he assured people that there had been no significant increased spread of the virus, and that as long as citizens continue to adhere to measures including social distancing and regular hand washing, and to…

Editorial Roundup: New England

Editorials from around New England:

Cigarette ban threatens to bankrupt companies

The ban on the sale of cigarettes is one of the most controversial regulations in place as part of South Africa’s COVID-19 lockdown.

Talks with hairdressers on safety measures under way - Dlamini-Zuma

The minister on Thursday gave an overview of what citizens can expect from Monday when the regulations for level 3 of the lockdown kick in.

Cele: Alcohol sale doesn’t mean people should break the law

The minister said people should stick to the times and days when alcohol would be sold during level 3 regulations.

Immorality: A threat bigger than Corona

Long before COVID had sabotaged Pakistan, and had influenced the government to impose emergencies in hospitals and lockdowns to restrict

It’s lit now! British American Tobacco heads to court over cigarette sale ban

Government has come under fire from smokers around the country for refusing to allow the sale of cigarettes from Monday – when the country moves to level 3 lockdown - but giving alcohol the green light.

Learning to survive despite the Government

Patricia MukhimYou only need to travel the length and breadth of Meghalaya to see people struggling to beat the pandemic at its own game. Farmers are reaping their harvests and are now trying to sell them at different points in their respective distr

Rethink 5 000 fishing hopefuls – PDM

THE Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has written to president Hage Geingob, asking him to intervene after 5 000 applications for fishing rights were rejected and threatening to take legal action to

Be transparent about MPs coronavirus infections – Mahama to Parliament

Former President John Mahama has called for transparency following the confusion over the state of COVID-19 infection in Parliament.

Address challenges of PWDs – Group tells EC

A group of persons with disability has raised red flags over the “persistent stance” of the Electoral Commission (EC) to compile a new voters’ register ahead of the 2020 general elections.

Lockdown entire country for 10 days rather than easing restrictions – CEGA to Akufo-Addo

Center for Ethical Governance and Administration (CEGA) has called on President Akufo-Addo not to ease restriction as the number of Coronavirus cases has surged to over 7000.

The first tenet of true patriotism

Anominous and open attack on the very institution of High Courts was made by the Government of India yesterday, during a hearing before the Supreme Court.

SC comes down heavily on govt messing up migrants' issue

NEW DELHI, May 28: Unimpressed by the Centre's solicitor general Tushar Mehta's plea that the government was taking "unprecedented measures to deal with an unprecedented crisis" and already transported 91 lakh migrant labourer back to their native states by trains and buses since May 1, the Supreme Court on Thursday fired searching questions at him, some 50, in a suo moto hearing on the "problems and miseries of migrant labourers stranded in different parts of the country.With past experience of the Court being soft to the government on the issues of coronavirus and lockdowns, Mehta was in for a surprise at the way he was bombarded by the bench comprising Justices Ashok Bhushan, S.K. Kaul and M.R. Shah. The Bench, which had summoned the Centre and the state governments on Tuesday, noting that there were shortcomings and failures on the part of both central and the state governments.Mehta tried to pacify the judges by stating that the government is immensely grateful to SC for taking cognizance of the issue to…

Coronavirus: More retailers to reopen in plan to further ease lockdown

A REOPENING of more retailers and small outdoor weddings will be permitted from June 8 if the coronavirus infection rate remains under control, the first and deputy first minister have said.

Covid-19 in India: SC wrong on migrants, and also on private hospitals

The first is the domain of Centre & states; if private hospitals make losses, the second will badly hit Covid treatment.

Quarantine thorny issue in God’s own country

Quarantine has snowballed into the hottest political issue in Kerala, with the opposition parties forcing the Pinarayi Vijayan government into a corner over the state government’s decision to make the evacuees pay for their care in isolation.

FPJ Edit: Mitigating the hardships of migrants

JKPEECC oppose amended Electricity Bill, to join June 1 protest

Srinagar:  The Jammu and Kashmir Power Engineers and Employees Coordination Committee (JKPEECC) on Thursday said it would extend support to the call of “national protest day” on June 1 against the Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2020 and the proposed privatisation of power sector.”The JKPEECC has decided to extend support to the call of ‘National Protest Day’ […]

Access to Justice, Time to Log-in?

The unprecedented situation that we are faced with today has thrown-in new challenges. While we learn to live under the new scenario, the Justice Delivery

SHIRLEY DE VILLIERS: The national command council’s ‘firepool’ moment?

There’s a cynical irony in the government now telling us people should be empowered to make their own decisions about their health and safety

Going viral: Working mothers do bulk of childcare and housework under lockdown

Gulf News Foreign Correspondent Mick O’Reilly on life under Covid-19 lockdown

A letter to justices of Supreme Court, from senior members of the Bar on the migrant crisis

The government’s statement has been clearly shown to be contrary to the facts. Several reports suggest that more than 90 per cent of migrant workers did not receive government rations in many states and were suffering from dire food shortages.

Lockdown: Stay away, rather die with your boots on, says Malema

The EFF says ending the lockdown to slow the spread of the coronavirus makes no sense and has urged South Africans to be defiant and stay at home.

Phase 2 before end-June if Singaporeans act responsibly: Wong

Social gatherings, restaurant dining and retail therapy at the malls may become a reality again in less than a month, if Singaporeans play their part by being vigilant and staying socially responsible. At a press conference yesterday, the multi-ministry task force said...

Parliament matters - In Your Service

It was an honour to stand in the House of Commons on behalf of the constituents in Kelowna-Lake Country on May 25 to debate an important motion that would set the path for Parliament for the upcoming months, and potentially years.

Security closes general merchandise shops in Masaka

 Masaka, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT |  Security agencies have engaged in running battles with traders in Masaka Municipality over a  decision to close all general merchandise shops despite President Museveni’s clearance. Several traders had reopened their shops in response to a move by President Yoweri Museveni to ease COVID-19 restrictions with effect from Tuesday May 26. …

Employers slam Victorian Premier's office lockdown

Daniel Andrews has banned workers from returning to offices until at least July.

BAT Sues Government Over Cigarette Ban As Smokers Turn To Smoking Rooibos

British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced that it is suing the government over its decision to extend the ban on tobacco sales

COVID-19 crisis management: Issues & concerns

DURING the course of our Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) and Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ), Atty. Howard M. Calleja (legal luminary and PPCRV colleague) spoke on various Issues and Concerns relating to the management of this infectious disease. I spoke to Atty. Howie, and here are some of his significant insights which is worth sharing:

Controversial Perth Murray Royal flats plan signed off by Scottish Government

A contentious plan to build flats at a former Perth hospital has been approved by the Scottish Government.

Panchkula CMO asks RWAs to report travellers coming in

The move has been taken to “track incoming people and keep them under radar especially returning from high risk areas,” said the CMO.

NPF, others concern over handling of pandemic

Against the backdrop of several returnees from Chennai being tested COVID-19 positive and the alleged negligence of the government in sending the returnees to Tuensang without ascertaining the test results, state primary opposition party – Naga People’s Front (NPF) and other organisations have expressed concern over the way the government of the day has been handling the pandemic.

Public toilets in parks to start reopening this weekend; Ontario considering regional approach to reopening in stage 2 as testing expands

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Level 3 regulations are once again illogical, irrational and lack any scientific basis – DA

The main opposition party said they were concerned the government did not give an explanation on why other businesses and institutions could not operate with the same levels of safety. 

Chhattisgarh: 69 bureaucrats including 23 collectors transferred; BJP says Congress resorting to ‘transfer business’

Chhattisgarh BJP has claimed that the state under the Congress government is a corrupt anarchy now and resorting to transfer business.

Experts Think Pubs Could Open Soon – But Not As We Know Them

Before the nationwide coronavirus lockdown went into effect in the UK, pubs were among the first venues to be closed. Now the government has offered a suggestion of when certain parts of the hospitality industry might be able to get back to…

'Barking mad': Welsh 'five-mile' travel plan criticised by MP

Plans for people in Wales to be allowed to meet up with others up to five miles from home have been described as "utterly barking mad" by an MP.

Batsa continues legal fight to lift tobacco ban

Group says it must stand up for its customers, suppliers and employees.

‘Facilitate safe and dignified movement of migrants’: Former bureaucrats, scholars to PM Modi

Among the signatories of the petition listed are former Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Najeeb Jung, former Planning Commission member Abhijit Sen, and for UGC chairperson Sukhdeo Thorat, among others.

Dlamini Zuma’s tobacco ban and the political divisions it is causing

Ballooning arrests as tobacco ban drives the illicit economy; BATSA heads to court alongside tobacco independents.

Tobacco giants BATSA and JTI head to court over tobacco ban

The largest tobacco manufacturers based in South Africa, Japan Tobacco International and British American Tobacco South Africa, have joined civil society groups in launching legal action against the maintenance of the tobacco ban. With Level 3 relaxations looming, the gloves are coming off.

For test and trace to work, the public needs to trust this government. But how can we?

Boris Johnson has consistently sneered at health and safety, so when he wants to end the lockdown early we should be worried, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

Dilli Ka Babu | Karnataka officer who spoke for guest workers gets transferred

The transfer seems to have shocked many people within the government as well as the public

Wike to residents: lockdown will return if... - The Nation Nigeria

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, on Friday said his administration would reintroduce the lockdown strategy of fighting the Coronavirus...

Sonu Sood airlifts Odisha migrants from Kerala

Sonu Sood airlifts Odisha migrants from Kerala. The group, comprising on 147 women and 20 men, were airlifted by an Air Asia chartered flight from Kochi to the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar.

'Not one rupee has come to states to fight COVID'

'Not one rupee has come to states to fight COVID'. 'The stimulus packages, sector reliefs, loans etc are coming to industry, but state governments have not got any money from GST, no money from excise, no money from any income source.'

A very special flight from Ladakh

A very special flight from Ladakh. At a time when finding out who is paying for labourers' train tickets is a task for Sherlock Holmes, Hemant Soren's Jharkhand government has flown in stranded workers from Ladakh, and is probably the only state that has tried to give 'migrant workers' a modicum of respect, observes Debashish Chatterjee.

Shrines to open in Bengal from June 1, offices from June 8

Shrines to open in Bengal from June 1, offices from June 8. Two days before the end of the fourth phase of the nationwide lockdown, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday announced a slew of relaxations, including reopening of shrines from June 1.

180 stranded migrants return home in chartered flight

Jharkhand on Thursday became the first Indian State to bring stranded labourers home in a chartered flight during the ongoing lockdown, a press communique from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said. About 180 migrant workers, stranded in Maharashtra during the lockdown, were flown to Ranchi in an

Transport blues defeat social distancing mantra

Yoliswa Dube-Moyo AN army of people stood in serpentine queues along Herbert Chitepo Street in Bulawayo, waiting for hours on end for the few available Zupco buses to ferry them home. They wore masks in all shapes, colours and sizes, in apparent fight of the invisible enemy, the coronavirus, which has brought the world to a screeching halt. Most stood patiently while some jostled through the meandering queues, brushing shoulders and coming into contact with others, at distances way too close for comfort. For hours they stood there, inhaling and exhaling in the same breathing space.

From Mumbai, workers fly to Jharkhand on plane rented by NLSIU alumni

They were part of a group of 174 labourers — daily wagers, auto drivers and construction workers — from Jharkhand, living in Mumbai, who boarded a plane that was leased by a group of alumni of National Law School of India University (NLSIU).

Migrants crowd rly station as cyclone nixes trains to east

Crowded in a parking lot and bus stand, travellers to WB, Bihar lash out at ‘irresponsibility’ of the authorities in making chaotic travel arrangements

Flight transporting migrants to Ranchi gathers support

Airlines have approached NLSIU alum to offer their services

Khar building that Shah Rukh Khan offered for Covid-19 patients lying unused

The four-storey building that Shah Rukh used as his office has been equipped with 22 beds, but the BMC has no staff to make it operational

Lockdown travails: People from Northeast share their tales of struggle

Help pours in but teen cyclist is happy to return to school

The story of the 15-year-old’s decision to buy a second-hand cycle and pedal from Gurgaon to Bihar’s Darbhanga, has touched many — from politicians to bureaucrats, business tycoons to NRIs.

Keyless and clueless: Stranded truckers from north India tell tales of police brutality

Truck drivers stuck for over two weeks after cops confiscated their keys for transporting migrants. JOYEL K PIOUS & SHIBA PRASAD SAHU meet them during a late-night rendezvous

Death of migrants on Shramik trains is ‘small, isolated’ incident, says West Bengal BJP chief

Dilip Ghosh said the Railways cannot be blamed for these incidents.

Stranded for 2 months, no updates from govt, Indians in North Africa seek help

In neighbouring Algeria, nearly 150 Indians are seeking help from the government to return home.

Exclusive! After helping migrant workers in Mumbai, Sonu Sood now airlifts 177 girls stuck in Kerala

Man of the moment Sonu Sood has won the hearts of many by his selfless and kind act. He has left no stone unturned in helping migrant workers reach th

Mira Road: 12-year-old commits suicide for not being allowed to step out in lockdown

In a shocking incident, a 12-year-old boy from Mira Road killed himself after he wasn't allowed to step outside the house owing to the coronavirus scare and lockdown.

After multiple deaths on Shramik trains, Railways asks people with co-morbidities to avoid commute

After deaths of migrant labourers were reported on the special Shramik trains over the past few days, the Ministry of Railways on Friday issued an advisory asking people with co-morbidities to avoid travelling through the trains, unless necessary.

The Week's Best: Stories You May Have Missed

We know that rferl.org isn't the only website you read, and it's possible that you may have missed some of our most interesting journalism from the past week.

Coronavirus: Migrant workers in India die on trains taking them home

PATNA, INDIA Nine Indian migrant workers travelling amid the coronavirus pandemic died on trains in recent days, including a mother whose toddler could be seen trying to wake her in a viral video, officials and media reported on Wednesday. The shocking deaths highlight the...

Lockdown woes: Bengal migrants travel with co-passenger's dead body for over 20 hours

The passengers sought help from Odisha police at two places but they were reportedly not entertained.

Go-go bars gone as coronavirus hits Bangkok's sex district

BANGKOK, May 29 — The black leather party masks that performers May and Som wear for their fetish shows in Bangkok are definitely not the sort to stop the coronavirus. Behind closed doors, they practise for the day when health restrictions are lifted and tourists return, but they have no idea...

The Idea of India: Crimes Against Migrants

The Idea of India is HuffPost India’s monthly conversation about how we see ourselves as a people and as a nation.

‘People are fascinated because I am a girl’: 15-year-old who cycled 1,200 km from Delhi to Bihar

A video of Jyoti Kumari bicycling with her injured father amid the lockdown made headlines last week.

Railways’ treatment of migrants ‘barbarism’, state failed to protect poor: NHRC

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the chairman of the Railway Board, Union Home Secretary and chief secretaries of Bihar and Gujarat on steps taken to ensure basic facilities to migrants.

Sonu var bharosa nay kay? 9 reasons why we deserve a Sonu Sood biopic post COVID-19 lockdown

Watch: Passengers on special train headed to Mizoram hand food to Assam flood victims

Facebook user Emanuel Ralte, who shared the video on Facebook, wrote, "Our Mizo brothers, on their way from Bangalore help victims of Assam floods with little food they had with them."

Big B sponsors 10 buses for UP migrants

 Moved by the plight of stranded migrants, Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has come forward to contribute his mite to their cause.

One in seven Brits admit to flouting lockdown rules - for poker, sex and haircuts

For just over two months, the country has been in lockdown, with social distancing measures preventing people seeing loved ones -however some people have found sticking to the rules more difficult than others

Odisha supercyclone and Amphan: Nights of the storm

Cyclone Amphan revives dark memories of a violent cyclone that battered Odisha a little more than 20 years ago

Sonu Sood Airlifts 170 Girls Working as Labourers at a Factory in Kerala, Sends Them to Odisha

Sonu Sood now helps migrant workers stuck in Kerala. He sends a special aircraft to lift 170 young girls from Kerala to Odisha.

Body of migrant worker ‘found in toilet of Shramik Special train’ in UP; none reported incident, clarifies Railways

Amid extreme heat, hunger and dehydration, at least 10 passengers have been found dead in Shramik Special trains since Monday.

Sonu Sood airlifts 177 Odia girls from Kerala

Special aircraft arranged to help the girls who were stuck in Ernakulam

Covid-19: Cricketer Atharva Ankolekar’s mother works as frontline worker, seeks an insurance policy

Despite their building sealed and Covid-19 cases continuously rising in Maharashtra, India Under-19 cricketer Atharva Ankolekar's mother Vaidehi has been serving as a bus conductor to support her family.

Flooded with promises, Bihar’s ‘cycle girl’ Jyoti Kumari happy she can return to school

Jyoti Kumari Cycle, Cycle Girl Story, Gurugram to Darbhanga By Cycle: Jyoti Kumari Paswan, 15, cycled from Gurugram to Darbhanga in Bihar covering more than 1,200 km in seven days with her ailing father due to the lockdown.

Lockdown 5: Shrines to reopen Monday, pvt offices to work with 100% staff from June 8, says Mamata

The announcements, two days before the end of the fourth phase of the lockdown, aimed to normalise the day-to-day functioning of major institutions, did not go down well with the opposition BJP and the CPI(M), who sought a rethink over the decision as the state was witnessing a spike in the number of coronavirus cases.

Covid-19: The epidemic reveals the cracks in our health and welfare systems

Improving services in rural KwaZulu-Natal.

“Life Is A Full Circle,” Says Sonu Sood After His Train Pass From 1997 Surfaces Online

Inspirational journey

Big B sponsors 10 buses for UP migrants

Mumbai - Moved by the plight of stranded migrants, Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has come forward to contribute his mite to their cause.

Sonu Sood to the rescue of 117 Odisha girls! Provides airlift from Kerala; details

Bollywood actor Sonu Sood has yet again offered help to Odisha girls stuck in Kerala ever since the nationwide lockdown had been announced.

Migrants on Move: Desperate Bids and Bumpy Ride on J&K’s Horror Highway

Amid mounting labour crisis in mainland, hundreds of migrant workers have started foot journey from mountains on the landslide-prone Srinagar-Jammu highway, even as Shramik trains and buses have been deployed for their homecoming

Railways’ treatment of migrants borders on barbarism, violation of rights: NHRC

The NHRC, which issued the notices on Thursday, said it was taking suo motu cognizance of media reports on trains taking days to reach their destination.

Gauteng’s strategy to crack down on COVID-19 hotspots

Ahead of the national move to COVID-19 alert level 3, Gauteng Premier David Makhura has assured citizens that the province is prepared to control the spread of the virus at designated hotspots.

How New Zealand Used Evidence-Based Policies to Beat The Pandemic

The day the US mourned reaching a tragic milestone - 100,000 novel coronavirus deaths - people on the other side of the world in New Zealand celebrated a much more hopeful one: No new coronavirus cases over the prior five days.

Over 96,000 COVID-19 tests yet to be processed in SA - Health dept

The department said this was the result of a lack of extraction kits as demand for testing increased globally.

Obey or risk death!

AS the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season approaches, with predictions for t...

Coronavirus Briefs: Red Cross volunteers step up

The Namibia Red Cross Society currently has 230 volunteers who have been trained on both Covid-19 prevention measures and psychological support. These volunteers are involved in risk communication

Erongo residents taking Covid-19 more seriously

RECENT news reports concerning Covid-19 cases at Walvis Bay have brought home the seriousness of the coronavirus pandemic to residents of the Erongo region.

Bono East Minister allays fears, urges strict compliance amid first case of coronavirus

Correspondence from Bono East:

UK's Johnson eases lockdown as furore over aide rumbles on

LONDON, May 29 — The coronavirus lockdown will ease next week for most of Britain's population, Boris Johnson announced yesterday, as a row persisted over the prime minister's closest adviser taking a long-distance journey during lockdown. In England, up to six people will be able to meet outside...

Mpilo nurse, three patients catch Covid-19

FOUR people in Bulawayo including a nurse at Mpilo Central Hospital and a patient who went to the health institution for treatment have tested positive for Covid-19. The nurse from Cowdray Park suburb was on Wednesday sent home to self-isolate while the three others are admitted to the hospital. The three were patients and one of them is a resident of Pumula suburb who went to Mpilo with flu and after testing the results were Covid-19 positive. That patient is admitted to the hospital as well. Health workers at the public institution are being tested to determine if any of them had been in close contact with those infected. Mpilo acting chief executive officer Dr Solwayo Ngwenya said the nurse is not showing any symptoms and members of the Bulawayo Rapid Response team will make follow ups. “At least four people tested positive for Covid-19 by PCR testing which is diagnostic and this caused a lot of fear amongst staff. However, we have managed to talk to health workers and emphasise the importance of our continued…

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Mira Road cops beat COVID-19, welcomed with flowers and applause

Investigation launched into 'horrific' cases of alleged child neglect

Child Safety Minister Di Farmer announced the investigation on Friday after the death of Willow Dunn and discovery of two teenage boys at a home in Stafford.

Investigation launched into 'horrific' cases of alleged child neglect

Child Safety Minister Di Farmer announced the investigation on Friday after the death of Willow Dunn and discovery of two teenage boys at a home in Stafford.

Nurse's union defends Blackwater trip, says she could not have infected miner

The Rockhampton nurse whose travel to Malaysia and Blackwater is now being investigated by Queensland Health had followed safety protocol, according to her union.

Nurse's union defends Blackwater trip, says she could not have infected miner

The Rockhampton nurse whose travel to Malaysia and Blackwater is now being investigated by Queensland Health had followed safety protocol, according to her union.

36 new cases of COVID-19 Confirmed

Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT |  The number of COVID-19 confirmed cases in the country now stands at 317 after 36 new cases were recorded from tests conducted on Thursday. The new cases comprise 24 truck drivers who entered the country through the Elegu, Malaba and Lia points of entry. At least 20 of drivers entered …

NCDC cries out as rapid test kits black market rises

• FG to use hotels, schools as quarantine, isolation centres • Hospitals’ refusal to treat patients leads to more deaths – FG Kamarudeen Ogundele, Olaleye Aluko and Tobi Aworinde The Presidentia...

U.K. launches test-and-trace system — even those with no COVID-19 symptoms could be forced to self-isolate

A test and trace system to find and isolate people who come into contact with coronavirus and those infected will be launched in the U.K. on Thursday.

COVID-19 test kits now being sold in black markets, NCDC raises alarm

abuja—Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, Chikwe Ihekweazu, said yesterday Nigerians have started COVID-19

British PM Johnson eases lockdown as furore over aide continues

LONDON: The coronavirus lockdown will ease next week for most of Britain's population, Boris Johnson announced on Thursday (May 28), as a row ...

National cabinet to shift focus from fighting virus to rebooting economy

While the health response to the coronavirus pandemic continues , the prime minister is hoping to elevate a debate on boosting productivity.

Mpilo nurse, three patients catch Covid-19

Four people in Bulawayo including a nurse at Mpilo Central Hospital and a patient who went to the health institution for treatment have tested positive for Covid-19.

No major increase of virus spread since measures eased

An expert tasked with measuring the spread of the Covid-19 for the National Public Health Emergency Team has said that since restrictions began to be eased on 18 May, all indicators suggest there has been no significant increased spread of the virus.

Anxiety mounts over COVID-19 spread in Kogi after index cases

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Wednesday announced two cases of the coronavirus in Kogi. Although those were the state's index cases,

What is the NHS Test and Trace system and how does it work?

The NHS Test and Trace system, a scheme that will help people with Covid-19 to track down those they have come into contact with, has been officially launched. At the daily coronavirus press

Pakistan uses militant-tracking tech to hunt virus

Pakistan uses militant-tracking tech to hunt virus

Nurse with COVID did not reveal trip to Malaysia

A nurse being investigated over a COVID-19 case in a Queensland town went to Malaysia in late March but didn't tell contact tracers, a representative says.

You will NEVER know who got you locked up under Test and Trace system: Fears secrecy could leave programme at risk of pranks or people maliciously naming someone they have not even seen

People identified as having been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for coronavirus will not be told who has named them when they are asked to self-isolate for two weeks.

Queensland corruption fighters turn coronavirus detectives

More than 500 law enforcement officials working for the state's corruption watchdog and the Justice Department have been trained up to help public health officials trace potential outbreaks.

Queensland corruption fighters turn coronavirus detectives

More than 500 law enforcement officials working for the state's corruption watchdog and the Justice Department have been trained up to help public health officials trace potential outbreaks.

Queensland corruption fighters turn coronavirus detectives

More than 500 law enforcement officials working for the state's corruption watchdog and the Justice Department have been trained up to help public health officials trace potential outbreaks.

Officials look to 'untangle' Queensland nurse's virus story

The unnamed woman, who has been suspended from her job at a Rockhampton nursing home, has been vigorously defended by the nurses' union.

Officials look to 'untangle' Queensland nurse's virus story

The unnamed woman, who has been suspended from her job at a Rockhampton nursing home, has been vigorously defended by the nurses' union.

Officials look to 'untangle' Queensland nurse's virus story

The unnamed woman, who has been suspended from her job at a Rockhampton nursing home, has been vigorously defended by the nurses' union.

Itogon's first COVID-19 patient a jail officer at NBP

Mayor Victor Palangdan of Itogon town in Benguet says the patient most probably contracted the disease in the New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa where he is assigned

Worker at NHS National Shielding helpline says IT system 'keeps crashing' and staff have spoken to just a handful of the elderly and vulnerable in a MONTH as those in isolation fear they are being 'forgotten about'

A pledge was made in March to deliver packages of food and aid to 1.5million 'extremely vulnerable' people whose severe health conditions mean they couldn't leave their homes.

Drill on cruise ship pandemics before Ruby Princess debacle found authorities’ communications ‘robust’

Report on joint federal and state exercise held a year ago found cruise ships ‘highly compliant with ill traveller procedures’

Lack of consultation with Māori, Muslim communities before police armed response teams launched - documents

"Have we not learnt the lessons of where we went wrong before?"

Covid-19: Five ways ahead as Tamil Nadu crosses 20,000 positive cases

As Tamil Nadu crossed 20,000 positive cases on Friday, here are five measures that can help the state overcome the coronavirus crisis.

Coronavirus latest: at a glance

A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak

Centre likely to retain limited role and allow states have more say after Lockdown 4.0

The central government may, however, advise state authorities to continue with strict curbs in COVID-19 containment zones in the worst-affected 30 municipal areas that account for 80 percent of the positive cases in the country.

India records highest single-day spike, surpasses China toll

NEW DELHI:  India on Friday not only recorded its largest jump in new cases as it added 7,466 new Covid patients in 24 hours, emerging as the ninth worst-hit country in the world by pandemic, but it also surpassed China's toll of 4,638 so far as it r

India records highest spike of 7,466 COVID-19 cases

India records highest spike of 7,466 COVID-19 cases. Maharashtra is the worst affected state with 59,546 cases.

Centre may allow states to relax lockdown norms further

Centre may allow states to relax lockdown norms further. The central government may, however, advise state authorities to continue with strict curbs in COVID-19 containment zones in the worst-affected 30 municipal areas that account for 80 per cent of the positive cases in the country. These 30 municipal areas are from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab and Odisha.

COVID-19: India now ninth-worst hit country in world with 1,65,799 cases

New Delhi, May 29 (PTI) The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,706 in the country, while the number of cases climbed to 1,65,799, registering an increase of 175 deaths and a record jump of 7,466 cases since Thursday 8 am, the Union Health Ministry said. The number of active COVID-19 cases stood

Most Shramik trains: Gujarat, Maharashtra to UP and Bihar

There are signs that the demand for Shramik Specials could be finally ebbing. On Thursday, for instance, merely 35 Shramik Specials were scheduled to depart from various parts of the country.

Lockdown in Gurugram: 18 More Areas Added to Containment Zones - Full List Here

Of the 123 cases reported yesterday, 92 of these were from Gurgaon, Faridabad and Sonipat alone. Gurgaon reported one more death, according to the state health department's daily bulletin. 

Coronavirus update: India's COVID-19 tally crosses 1.65 lakh, over 7,000 new cases in last 24 hours

The total number of coronavirus cases in the country increased to 165,799.Delhi saw its biggest spike in daily COVID-19 count as over 1,000 people had tested positive for the virus

Day After Khattar Govt's Sealing Decision, Chaos Reported at Haryana-Delhi Border

Notably, the Haryana government has cited a sharp increase in coronavirus cases during the past one week in districts adjoining Delhi as reason behind its decision to seal the border with Delhi.

Coronavirus: Biggest spike in daily count, India at No. 9 among worst COVID-19-hit countries

The number of daily coronavirus cases in India hit a new high today.Maharashtra's COVID-19 tally inched towards 60,000-mark

With nearly 7,500 cases, India's tally crosses 1.65 lakh cases

India on Friday crossed yet another spike in coronavirus cases as the country reported 7,466 new infections in the last 24 hours taking the toll to 1,65,799.The death toll rose to 4,706 with 175 deaths reported in a day. While the active cases are 89,987, those cured and migrated ads up to 71,105.

India registers biggest single-day spike of 7,466 Covid-19 cases

India News: The death toll due to Covid-19 rose to 4,706 in the country, while the number of cases climbed to 1,65,799, registering an increase of 175 deaths and

Coronavirus updates: With 1,65,799 cases, India now ninth worst-hit country in world

Death toll rises to 4,706; Bengal minister tests positive; two floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed

Lockdown 5.0 in Maharashtra: Tough Rules Planned For Mumbai From June 1?

If reports are to be believed, the government will review the situation in upcoming days-- on the 29th or 30th May and a final call will be taken based on that assessment. 

Concerned over the Increasing Case, State wants Lockdown-5, Sealed Delhi Border -

Increase in the number of new corona patients in Haryana since the last few days has worried the state government

Covid-19: India Now Ninth-Worst Hit Country In World With 1,65,799 Cases

The number of COVID-19 cases in India has climbed to 1,65,799, making it the world's ninth worst-hit country by the coronavirus pandemic

Top 10 Covid-19 updates: Tamil Nadu’s tally crosses 20,000 with 874 new cases

A look at today’s biggest developments.

West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose Tests Positive For Covid-19 As State Sees Highest One-Day Spike With New 344 Cases

A total of 4,536 cases have been reported from the state so far.

Restaurants at 50% Capacity, Opening of Gyms: Goa CM Seeks Relaxations For Lockdown 5.0

Pramod Sawant also said that he feels that the ongoing nationwide lockdown will be extended by 15 more days.

Coronavirus India Live Updates: Delhi records 1,106 cases in one day as tally tops 17,000

Coronavirus in India: The nationwide tally also reached 1.65 lakh today; Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain says the govt believes places where large gatherings take place should be closed in lockdown 5.0

Massive chaos at Delhi-Gurugram border after Haryana govt orders sealing borders with capital over COVID-19

Citing a sharp increase in coronavirus cases during the past one week in Haryana districts adjoining Delhi, Haryana government sealed the state borders with Delhi.

With 4,706 corona deaths, India surpasses China in total fatalities

India has now overtaken Turkey as the ninth worst-hit country in terms of total number of cases.

Coronavirus numbers explained: Delhi has maximum caseload after Mumbai

India Coronavirus (Covid-19) Cases Numbers: Despite the big rise in Delhi on two consecutive days, the growth rate in the city is still below the national average right now. The current growth rate (seven day compounded daily growth) in Delhi is 4.89 while the national growth rate is 5.02 per cent.

Covid-19: Karnataka records 178 new cases till noon

The state recorded a sharp spike in positive cases even as it plans to further ease lockdown restrictions post 31 May in Karnataka.The state government had said it will write to the Centre to reduce the number of flights from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh

Lockdown 5.0: In 'exit plan,' positive sign for Metro, malls, restaurants

New Delhi: Three days ahead of completing 68-day countrywide lockdown, the Centre is learnt to have come up with a roadmap of an exit plan from the crisis in its fourth extension of the restrictions...

Delhi, West Bengal not yet distributed May month quota of free foodgrains under PMGAY: Ram Vilas Paswan

On distribution of one kg free pulses per household under the PMGAY, Paswan said states have lifted 1.68 lakh tonnes of pulses and are yet to provide month-wise distribution of the same. The progress report is awaited.

Lockdown 5.0: In 'exit plan,' positive sign for Metro, malls, restaurants

The new guidelines for the extended lockdown, however, will be comparatively much stricter for 13 worst Covid-19-hit cities

Centre likely to retain limited role and allow states have more say after Lockdown 4.0

The central government may, however, advise state authorities to continue with strict curbs in COVID-19 containment zones in the worst-affected 30 municipal areas that account for 80 per cent of the positive cases in the country. These 30 municipal areas are from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh,

No ban, but reduction of flights: J.C. Madhuswamy

Bengaluru: The State Government has requested the Civil Aviation Ministry to reduce the number of flights from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan to Karnataka in view of the high number of COVID-19 cases prevalent there. In a clarification issued to media, Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs J.C. Madhuswamy has said that...

Maharashtra continues to add to Karnataka's COVID-19 tally; 178 new cases reported

Karnataka reported 178 new cases of COVID-19 as returnees from neighbouring Maharashtra to continue to add to the state's tally, taking the total number of infections to 2,711, the health department

Maharashtra continues to add to Karnataka’s COVID-19 tally; 178 new cases reported

Other than returnees from Maharashtra, the 178 cases include five, who have come from Delhi, and one each from Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu.

Coronavirus pandemic: India’s death toll overtakes that of China

The country has registered 175 deaths and a record 7,466 fresh coronavirus infection cases in the last 24 hrs till Friday 8 am, according to the Union Health Ministry.

Lockdown 5.0: Public, private employees to resume work from June 8 in Bengal, says Mamata Banerjee

Announcing new guidelines for the fifth phase of the coronavirus lockdown, Banerjee said that religious places will reopen but schools will remain closed

Lockdown extension: States to have more say in Lockdown 5.0, Centre likely to retain limited role

The central government may, however, advise state authorities to continue with strict curbs in COVID-19 containment zones in the worst-affected 30 municipal areas that account for 80 per cent of the positive cases in the country.

Lockdown 5.0? All eyes on states as Phase-IV of curbs draws to a close

Sources indicated that the focus this time would be on further easing the curbs on economic activities, including opening shops in malls, while maintaining stringent norms in the containment zones

Covid-19 Daily Update - May 29

Two days before Lockdown 4.0 is to end, Karnataka reports its highest single day spike with 248 cases.And in our series of conversations looking to the future, Shemin Joy speaks to Shruti Batra from Jagori about the impact of the pandemic on domestic workers.   Full text: Hello. This the daily Covid update from Deccan Herald. I’m Suraksha. On the bulletin today:  Karnataka records its highest single day spike with 248 new cases...the Union Home Ministry meets Chief Ministers to decide on Lockdown 5.0 and in our series of conversations looking to the future, we speak to Shruti Batra to understand the demands of domestic workers. But first, a look at the daily figures... At the time of this recording, India has over 85,000 active cases in the country and is headed towards 5000 deaths.  The sudden drop in the number of active cases from yesterday, is due to the discharge of nearly 8,500 people from various hospitals in Maharashtra. Details are awaited. --- Delhi reported its highest single day spike today, with…

Namibia eases Covid-19 restrictions

ALL 14 regions of the country will on Monday migrate to stage 3 of the lockdown exit strategy for the next 28 days – except for Walvis Bay, which will go back to stage 1 until 8 June.

No total lockdown on this weekend

There will be no total lockdown in Chhattisgarh in the coming, last weekend of May, the government has decided, while announcing more freedom for shops and businesses and detailed guidelines to improve the quality of life in its quarantine camps. This follows a high-level meeting chaired by Chief

Probe opens into B’desh hospital fire

Dhaka : The Bangladesh Fire Service has formed a four-member panel to investigate a fire that burned down the isolation unit and killed five patients, including three COVID-19 positive, at the United Hospital in Dhaka, it was reported on Thursday.The

4 more COVID-19 deaths in Telangana; 117 fresh cases, tally now 2256

4 more people succumbed to the coronavirus in Telangana pushing the death toll to 67, while 117 fresh COVID-19 cases were reported on Thursday taking the tally to 2,256, authorities said.

'Lifting of COVID19 lockdown will be a gradual process'

How important is contact tracing to fight the corona pandemic? Around 50 cases in Srinagar were the contacts of three COVID19 persons. The numbers in

Covid19 | 1200 samples collected at Srinagar Airport in 4 days

1200 samples collected at Srinagar Airport in 4 days | As many as 16 travellers who arrived at the Srinagar International Airport during last four days have tested positive for Covid-19 even as 1200 samples

Coronavirus India lockdown Day 66 updates | May 29, 2020

Coronavirus vaccine developed by India likely to begin human trial in October, says expert.

Advance reservation period for all 30 Special Rajdhani type trains extended from 30 to 120 days

Indian Railways has decided to increase the advance reservation period (ARP) from the existing 30 days to 120 days for all 30 Special Rajdhani type trains that have been operating since May 12, 2020.

COVID-19: Lagos govt reviews BRT occupancy to 42 passengers

The Lagos State Government has given approval to operator of BRT, to carry 42 passengers seated with no standing as against earlier directive

What Bristol Airport has said about reopening as flights resume

The airport's main terminal has been closed since the beginning of April

Appeal from Ministry of Railways to passengers

Indian Railways has been running Shramik special Trains on a daily basis throughout the country to ensure that migrants can travel back to their homes.

Gauteng's train services plan derailed by committee

After the Prasa's plan to open one corridor in Gauteng was rejected, it is now up to tomorrow transport minister Fikile Mbalula to give direction on whether trains will operate, come Monday.

‘Travel only when necessary': Railways appeals to passengers

Ministry of Railways on Friday appealed to people suffering from serious ailments, pregnant women, senior citizens and children below the age of 10 to travel in Shramik Express trains only when necessary. The appeal came after reports of deaths on special trains.

No immediate plan to go for stricter lockdown: govt

Zafar Mirza says NCC will meet on June 1 to review situation.

After several deaths on special trains, Piyush Goyal urges people to travel ‘only when necessary’

The Railways sought cooperation from all passengers, saying safety is their biggest concern.

Railways asks people with serious health issues to take trains only if necessary

Railways has been drawing flak over the last few days due to inordinate delay of Shramik Special trains.Railways have maintained that those who died in the trains were old and with chronic disease

Coronavirus: Road accidents in Sharjah drop 60 per cent during Ramadan

Stay Home, sterilisation drives contributed to the decrease compared to last year

People with serious ailments, pregnant women must avoid travelling on Shramik Special trains: Piyush Goyal

Recent cases of deaths on trains were due to pre-existing medical conditions, says the Railways Minister

Medical certificate required to reenter S. Korea from June

From June, foreign residents of South Korea have to provide a medical certificate showing they do not have symptoms of COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus, to reenter the country. The ministry said the new disease control policy applies to people leaving the country after June, including long-term residency permit holders. The certificate has to be issued within the...

Gov't approves amendment of state of alert decision to allow ease of lockdown in several sectors

Government has approved the modification of Annex 3 to the government decision on the state of alert in order to allow the ease of lockdown in...

Pakistan government says not taken any decision for stricter coronavirus lockdown

Pakistan News: The Pakistan govt has not taken a decision to go for a stricter lockdown mode to fight the coronavirus, said information minister Shibli Faraz, even C

Explained: The state of international air travel in India, and the world

The aviation sector has been among the worst-hit during the coronavirus pandemic. Here is a look at measures being taken by countries with regard to air travel.

Covid-19: MJC recommends that mosques stay closed for another month

The Muslim Judicial Council has recommended that mosques stay closed for another month due to the risk of the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Indian Railways Appeals To Vulnerable Persons To Avoid Non-Essential Travel By Trains

The Railways has been running Shramik special Trains on a daily basis throughout the country.

'Travel only if essential': Railways appeals to passengers as coronavirus spreads

The appeal from Indian Railways comes days after nine people reportedly died on-board Shramik Special trains being run for ferrying stranded migrants in parts of the country in the wake of coronavirus-induced lockdown

Pakistan resumes international flight operations

NCC on corona­virus to meet on Monday to discus­s future of lockdo­wn

West Bengal-bound Shramik Special leaves Ashokapuram Station carrying 1,520 migrants

SWR Mysuru Division runs 10 Shramik trains till today facilitating 14,066 passengers to reach their homes Mysore/Mysuru: The tenth ‘point-to-point’ Shramik Special train from South Western Railway (SWR), Mysuru Division, carrying 1,520 migrants, left Ashokapuram (Mysuru) Station today at 1 pm for New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal.  This train is being run as per the...

PM’s aide fears increase in Covid-19 cases, deaths in coming days

Dr Zafar Mirza urges people not to let their guard down agains­t the novel corona­virus

After flak over Shramik, Rlys says only 71 out of 3,840 trains diverted

Over the past few days, at least nine people lost their lives in different Shramik trains, for which the reasons were allegedly lack of supply of food and water

COVID-19: New UAE disinfection timings does not affect Dubai

UAE disinfection programme will run from 10pm to 6am, instead of 8pm to 6am

COVID-19: New UAE disinfection timings do not affect Dubai

UAE disinfection programme will run from 10pm to 6am, instead of 8pm to 6am

COVID-19: UAE national disinfection programme timings changed

The programme will run from 10pm to 6am, instead of 8pm to 6am

Quarantine chaos: Border officials complain plan to isolate travelers to UK is 'unenforceable', the public will be 'trusted' to follow rules and 'absurd loopholes' include electronic passport holders being waived straight through

Plans to quarantine travellers coming into Britain were falling apart last night as they came under fire from all sides. Border Force and police officials say the system is 'unenforceable'.

Will make data on train deaths public: Railways

At least nine passengers on board Shramik Specials to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have died so far. The Railways has said that many of them had pre-existing illnesses and were returning after surgery/treatment.

Coronavirus: New SOP for 7-day quarantine for international passengers

For Vande Bharat returnees approaching the end of their 14-day mandatory quarantine period, new guidelines reducing the institutional quarantine period appeared to be Godsend. But, many have been waiting in vain to be discharged.

Travel disruptions, cost cutting key issues for U.S. business in China: report

Travel disruptions, cost cutting key issues for U.S. business in China: report

U.S. to End Hong Kong's Special Treatment, Trump Says

U.S. to End Hong Kong's Special Treatment, Trump Says

Canada's Huawei extradition ruling could unleash more Chinese backlash

A Canadian court ruling that could permit the extradition of a senior Huawei Technologies Co Ltd executive to the United States leaves Canada ...

Chinese graduate students may be next hit by US-China tensions

US News: The Trump admin may soon expel thousands of Chinese graduate students enrolled at US universities and impose other sanctions against China in the late

Travel disruptions, cost cutting key issues for U.S. business in China

Ninety percent of the 100 or so respondents said they were affected by such disruptions, up from 77% last month, according to a monthly survey on the impact of COVID-19 by the American Chamber of Commerce in China, released Friday.

Security law ‘puts Hong Kong’s appeal for business at risk’

Hong Kong’s status as a leading place to do business could be in peril following the adoption of a national security law.The legislation, which was approved on Thursday in Beijing, led US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to say Washington will no longer treat Hong Kong, already reeling from anti-government protests and the pandemic, as autonomous from China.The Chinese government has not given details of the law, which is aimed at suppressing secessionist and subversive activity in the former British colony.Chinese leaders said the new legislation was needed to combat unspecified threats in the semi-autonomous region of seven million people.

Pompeo says Trump to act on Chinese students

The United States will take action to prevent alleged espionage by Chinese students, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Thursday, ahead of an expected announcement by President Donald Trump.

Travel disruptions, cost cutting key issues for US business in China, says report

BEIJING, May 29 ― Global travel disruptions are the top concern for American businesses in China, of which many are cutting compensation and bonuses amid the fallout of the Covid-19 epidemic, according to a report from a business group. Ninety per cent of the 100 or so respondents said they were...

Pompeo says Trump to act on alleged spying by Chinese students

The US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Chinese students 'shouldn't be here in our schools spying'

'It's not as attractive as it was': New security law puts pressure on businesses in Hong Kong

Chinese leaders said the new law was needed to combat unspecified threats in the semi-autonomous region.

Travel disruptions, cost cutting key issues for U.S. business in China: report

BEIJING (Reuters) - Global travel disruptions are the top concern for American businesses in China, of which many are cutting compensation and bonuses amid the fallout of the COVID-19 epidemic, according to a report from a business group.

US might throw out thousands of Chinese graduate students

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Chinese students

Canada’s Huawei extradition ruling could unleash Chinese backlash

A Canadian court ruling that could permit the extradition of a senior Huawei Technologies executive to the US leaves Canada vulnerable to further retaliation from Beijing, analysts said.

Chinese grad students may be next hit by US-China tensions

The Trump administration may expel thousands of Chinese graduate students enrolled at US universities in the latest sign of tensions between Washington and Beijing that are raging over trade, the

US-China tensions: Trump admin may soon expel thousands of Chinese graduate students

The US hosted 133,396 graduate students from China in the 2018-19 academic year, and they made up 36.1 per cent of all international graduate students.

Travel disruptions, cost cutting key issues for US business in China: report

Global travel disruptions are the top concern for American businesses in China, of which many are cutting compensation and bonuses amid the ...

HK govt warns US threats of sanctions will hurt itself

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government late on Thursday expressed strong opposition to sweeping remarks contained in a report by the US State Department titled US – Hong Kong Policy Act, and warned that the interests of US corporations in Hong Kong will also be affected if the US adopts sanctions on Hong Kong.

Trump considering to throw out thousands of Chinese graduate students

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Chinese students

Trump Considers Mass Expulsion of Chinese Grad Students

The Trump administration may soon expel thousands of Chinese graduate students enrolled at U.S. universities and impose other sanctions against Chinese officials in the latest signs of tensions between Washington and Beijing over trade, the coronavirus pandemic, human rights and the status of Hong Kong.

Donald Trump 'terminating' relationship with WHO over coronavirus

President Donald Trump has said the US will be terminating its relationship with the World Health Organisation. The president said it had failed to adequately respond to coronavirus because China has "total control" over the global organisation. He said Chinese officials "ignored" their reporting obligations to the WHO and pressured the group to mislead the world when the virus was first discovered. He noted that the US contributes about 450 million US dollars (£360 million) to the world body while China provides about 40 million dollars (£32 million). The US is the largest source of financial support to the WHO and its exit is expected to significantly weaken the organisation. President Trump said the US would be "redirecting" the money to "other worldwide and deserving urgent global public health needs", without providing specifics. The news comes days after WHO announced their decision to temporarily halt trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential coronavirus treatment, a drug Mr Trump had triumphed.

Trump cuts World Health Organization ties over COVID-19 response

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday the U.S. will terminate its relationship with the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus outbreak in China and will begin the process of withdrawing special trade benefits for Hong Kong because of the Chinese government's imposition of a new security law in the semi-autonomous city.

Trump Terminates W.H.O. Relationship, Slams China’s “Total Control” of Agency

Says China pressured WHO to mislead world

Trump terminates US ties with WHO, imposes sanctions against China

President Donald Trump said certain foreign nationals from China, identified as potential security risks, will not be allowed to enter the US "to better secure our nation's vital university research"

US cuts World Health Organization ties over virus response

China retaliated for the visa limitations by expelling several reporters from U.S. media outlets, including The Washington Post and The New York Times.

Donald Trump announces US plans to sever all ties with WHO – video

Trump has announced that the US will terminate its relationship with the World Health Organization and will redirect the funds to 'other bodies'

Trump administration to study ways to protect for U.S. investors from Chinese firms

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration will study ways to safeguard Americans from the risks of investing in Chinese companies, U.

Schumer slams Trump's Rose Garden briefing on China as 'pathetic'

Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer (N.Y.) ripped President Trump’s Rose Garden briefing Friday as “pathetic” after the president only discussed U.S.

Trump's move towards erasing HK privileges is 'recklessly arbitrary' - Global Times

U.S. President Donald Trump’s move towards erasing Hong Kong’s privileges is a “recklessly arbitrary” step, according to China’s Global Times newspaper said on Friday he was ordering his administration to begin the process of eliminating special treatment for Hong Kong to punish China for its plans to impose new security legislation there, a potential bombshell for the territory’s status as a global financial center.

Trump says terminating US relationship with WHO over virus

WASHINGTON/UNITED NATIONS: US President Donald Trump on Friday said he is terminating the U.S. relationship with the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus, saying the WHO had essentially become a puppet organization of China.

Donald Trump says US 'terminating' relationship with WHO

As the COVID-19 pandemic erupted, Trump accused the UN agency of being a 'puppet' of China and had already suspended funding in mid-April.

Trump cutting U.S. ties with World Health Organization over virus

WASHINGTON/UNITED NATIONS — The United States will end its relationship with the World Health Organization over the body’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic, U.

Zimbabwe records second highest daily coronavirus increase

Zimbabwe reported 17 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, the second highest daily tally which took the country total to 149.

29,240 confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa as deaths climb to 611

Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has announced that there are now 29,240 confirmed cases of coronavirus in South Africa.

27,403 confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa as deaths climb to 577

Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has announced that there are now 27,403 confirmed  cases of coronavirus in South Africa.

New Zealand near eradication, but virus has grim global hold

New Zealand on Friday had all but eradicated the coronavirus from its shores with just one person in the nation of 5 million known to be still infected, but developments elsewhere were generally grim,

The Latest: Russia has highest daily spike in virus deaths

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause

NZ has done 'incredibly well' in Covid fight - Robertson

Kiwis have been encouraged to enjoy a "normal" holiday weekend after seven straight days of no new Covid cases - and there is now just one active...

PM leaves wriggle room for early move to level 1

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has left the door ajar to move the country into alert level 1 in less than four weeks. But she and health chief...

Shrinking COVID-19 cases mock Qld border closures

While there have now been 7,150 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Australia, and the nation’s death toll stands at 103, the number of active cases has fallen to just 466, after falling by one-third over the past fortnight. This includes only 378 active cases in New South Wales and 61 in Victoria.

World Roundup: US death toll exceeds 100K • Kids at risk

Unthinkable just a few months ago, the United States on Wednesday surpassed the grim milestone of 100,000 coronavirus deaths, a sobering reminder of the devastation being wreaked around the globe by a virus that only emerged late last year.

'Why are we still struggling?' ask Australia bushfire victims

When the Australian bush went up in flames over the southern hemisphere summer, the world pulled together in support. 

Australia's 'war cabinet' shifts focus to jobs: PM

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia’s “war cabinet” will meet every month to focus on bringing unemployment down after successfully slowing the spread of the novel coronavirus, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Friday.

Virus tolls surge in Americas as Europe reopens

The death toll from the coronavirus has spiked again in the United States, and Latin America's pandemic crisis deepened, as Europe's reopening from lockdown continued.

Plan for stronger care homes lockdown to stop coronavirus spread 'was rejected'

A proposal put forward by Public Health England urging for a stronger lockdown of care homes was rejected by the Government, before 10,000 residents died of Covid-19

Rising US job losses stoke fears of lasting economic damage amid pandemic

The numbers are extraordinarily high by historical standards, economists have warned.

PM backs NSW going it alone on travel bubble with New Zealand

States whose borders are open could strike a travel deal with New Zealand ahead of other states whose borders are closed, Scott Morrison says.

New Zealand near eradication, but virus has grim global hold

In the U.S., the virus threw more than 2 million people out of work last week despite the gradual reopening of businesses, stoking fears the scourge is doing deep and potentially long-lasting damage to the world's largest economy.

Trump takes aim at WHO as US economic outlooks worsens

In the U.S., the virus threw more than 2 million people out of work last week despite the gradual reopening of businesses, stoking fears the scourge is doing deep and potentially long-lasting damage to the world's largest economy.

New Zealand says no new Covid-19 cases for a week

New Zealan­ders allowe­d to resume weeken­d holida­ys, outdoo­r activi­ties

New Zealand close to virus eradication despite grim global figures

The US economy is also showing signs of deep and long-lasting damage despite some businesses reopening.

International Update: Global Covid-19 infections exceed 5.8 million – more than 100,000 covid deaths in US

29 May Global: The number of people infected by Covid-19 has exceeded 5.8 million, according to data compiled by Johns...Read More...

Covid-19 wrap | 1 000 dead in 24 hours in Brazil, India coronavirus death toll passes China's

Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

How much coronavirus is spreading in your region with R-rate just below 1

The “reproduction rate” number is crucial to the pace lockdown is lifted across the country as some of the measures in place for over two months are beginning to be slowly lifted

Morning brief: Coronavirus update for May 29, 2020

Morning brief: Coronavirus update for May 29, 2020

New Zealand close to coronavirus eradication, despite grim global figures

New Zealand has all but eradicated coronavirus from its shores, with just one person in the nation of five million known to be still infected. The development is in stark contrast to the global outlook, however, where the spread of the pandemic generally remains grim - with India reporting another record increase in cases, and deaths reaching a new peak in Pakistan. In the US, Covid-19 forced more than two million people out of work last week despite the gradual reopening of businesses - stoking fears the outbreak is causing deep and potentially long-lasting damage to the world's largest economy. The confirmed US death toll has now surpassed 100,000 - the highest in the world.

Coronavirus latest: at a glance

A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak

Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus

While several countries further relax restrictions designed to contain the coronavirus, with Italy and England due to restart their top-flight soccer leagues next month, Russia, Brazil and Mexico kept struggling with rising numbers of cases and deaths.

Coronavirus latest: at a glance

A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak

Scientists advising Government warn coronavirus lockdown restrictions in England being lifted too fast

The coronavirus lockdown restrictions in England are being introduced too soon and there could be another spike in coronavirus if measures are not adhered to, three leading scientists advising the government have warned. Sir Jeremy Farrar, Professor John Edmunds and Professor Peter Horby, all members of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage), which has been advising the government on the coronavirus outbreak, said ministers were taking risks by allowing the gradual reopening of shops and schools and larger gatherings to meet in private.

Top scientists say its too early too ease lockdown amid fears over warm weekend

Police have urged the public to maintain current safeguards about social contact ahead of the lessening of restrictions next week.

Top scientists say its too early too ease lockdown amid fears over warm weekend

Police have urged the public to maintain current safeguards about social contact ahead of the lessening of restrictions next week.

Irish 'Flash Gordon' actor and star of 'The Bill' Tony Scannell dies aged 74

IRISH ACTOR Tony Scannell has sadly passed away aged 74. A friend of the Cork-born star confirmed the sad news in a statement posted to Facebook. The cause of Mr. Scannell’s death remains unclear. Born in Cork in 1945, Tony’s father, Tom, was a professional goalkeeper and represented the Republic of Ireland at international level. Tony’s life took a different path though, starting with a five-year stint on guard duty in the Royal Air Force. Advertisement He then embarked on an acting career and in 1984 landed the role that would come to define him as DS Ted Roach on the long-running UK police drama The Bill. Something of a fan favourite, he spent nine years on the show before departing the series in 1993, though he did make a series of guest appearances in 2000. He also appeared in the cult sci-fi film adaptation of Flash Gordon alongside Max von Sydow. Tony Scannell as Ted Roach on 'The Bill' The Facebook tribute to Mr Scannell read: “Damn, damn, damn! I’ve just learned from Mark Wingett of the passing of a…

First dates contestant leaves viewers in tears as he recounts mum's death

It broke our hearts.

Co Armagh mum's death 'robbed' family after cancer treatment halted due to Covid-19

THE family of a Co Armagh woman who died following a battle with cancer have said she will be remembered as a "real lady".

West Belfast father died from cancer days after meeting first grandchild

A WEST Belfast father has lost a year-long battle with cancer just two days after the joy of meeting his first grandchild.

'Do I really care?' Woody Allen comes out fighting

The 1992 accusation that the film-maker sexually assaulted his young daughter has made him a pariah, yet he was never charged. In this exclusive interview, he explains why he is done with treading carefully

Exclusive! "Irrfan Khan was very evolved, not only as an actor but as a human being", says Sohum Shah as he remembers his 'Talvar' co-star

In an exclusive interview with ETimes, actor Sohum Shah shares his memories of working with Irrfan Khan in Meghna Gulzar's ‘Talvar’, reveals his real

Beef Reloaded: Rapper Lousika Says Sista Afia Should Have Beaten Freda Rhymz

Just when we thought Sister Afia and Freda Rhymz have shown maturity by burying their infantile beef and forging ahead for the betterment of the industry, rapper Louisika has popped up to stoke it.

Jack Knox: Nagasaki survivor loved life — and won our hearts

Rudi Hoenson had every reason to be an angry man. Taken prisoner as an 18-year-old Dutch soldier in what is now Indonesia, he spent the last 3 1Ú2 years of the Second World War in slave labour in . . .

Obituary: Nagasaki survivor loved life — and won our hearts

Rudi Hoenson had every reason to be an angry man. Taken prisoner as an 18-year-old Dutch soldier in what is now Indonesia, he spent the last 3 1/2 years of the Second World War in slave labour in . . .

Daughters pay tribute to 'football mad' dad who died of coronavirus

Shaun Brady spent six weeks on a ventilator in intensive care before his death this month

'I thought armed robbers were going to rape me in front of my young daughters'

Stacey Tomlinson has spoken for the first time about her 'unimaginable trauma'

US woman, 103, cracks open cold beer to celebrate Covid-19 recovery (VIDEO)

PETALING JAYA, May 29 — A 103-year-old woman from Massachusetts, US who successfully beat Covid-19 chose to celebrate her victory with a refreshing sip of cold beer. Jennie Stejna was recently filmed enjoying a Bud Light at a nursing home in Wilbraham with the aid of a staff member. “It’s...

John Hawkes hopes 'End of Sentence' brings fathers, sons closer

LOS ANGELES, May 29 (UPI) -- John Hawkes plays a widowed father reconnecting with his son in End of Sentence, premiering Friday on video-on-demand services. Hawkes hopes life imitates art and brings families who watch the film closer.

10 huge EastEnders spoilers from Ben's groundbreaking episode

A game-changing instalment of EastEnders is approaching, and here's all you need to know about what it entails.

Pastor Ng'anga Opens Up on Temptations by Church Women [VIDEO]

Controversial city pastor James Ng'ang'a laid bare how his wife ran away from home after she found out that...

Tommy Fury under fire for buying Molly-Mae Hague's puppy from Russia for her birthday

Fans couldn't believe the lengths the Manchester boxer went to in order to surprise his other half on her 21st

Experience: I raised an ocelot in the jungle

We would go out for hours at night hunting. I was so proud when he killed his first rodent by himself

Adored father of two young children died after being hit by car while out cycling before work

David 'Davey' Jones, 41, was out cycling when he was hit by a Jeep

Pamela Anderson’s Garden of Eden

Nothing can prepare you for FaceTiming Pamela Anderson. One second there is only you — staring, through a layer of iPhone glass, at your tired, trapped reflection, both of you hoping that is not how you actually look — and the next second there is Pamela Anderson, brightening the screen instantaneously and completely, the way a ray of sun stretching beyond a cloud can seem to bounce off the whole Pacific.

Seven bestselling books coming up after the lockdown

Line your post-lockdown library with these titles

The best of a bad situation: this week's Covid-19 silver linings

Not all the news is grim. The Upside report uncovers the latest bright sides and uplifting stories

Carluke man suffering from coronavirus met newborn great-granddaughter via Zoom call

Staff at University Hospital Wishaw arranged the special moment.

Julia Roberts, 52, Disses Donald Trump By Wearing Barack Obama-Themed Protective Face Gear

Julia Roberts made a political statement when she stepped out in Los Angeles with a face mask, featuring Barack Obama's face.

All dressed up, no prom to go to

BOSTON - Like Cinderella, Emily Appleton dreamed of going to the ball and dancing with her Prince Charming. But the coronavirus spoiled everything.

Living Abroad Is My Way of Prolonging My Black Son’s Life

He is not a threat. He is a loving, innocent child. I can’t bear him becoming another hashtag.

Emily Lloyd enchanted us in Wish You Were Here - then suffered years of mental turmoil. Now she makes a shattering confession: 'People thought fame was to blame. In truth I was hiding the cruel abuse I suffered.... by my stepfather'

Emily was 18 when she finally confessed to her family that she had suffered years of 'horrendous' abuse which started when she was five.

PLATELL'S PEOPLE: How could Dominic Cummings undermine his own boss so selfishly?

PLATELL'S PEOPLE: As Boris Johnson's chief adviser, he was at the heart of the lockdown strategy. It was he who pushed for it and helped implement it.

Scott Disick ‘Determined’ To Win Sofia Richie Back

In the aftermath of their breakup, reports are saying that Scott Disick is not completely done with Sofia Richie! In fact, he is already working hard

The dashing deb who became a Land Girl pin-up: Wartime cover star known as the 'girl with the tractor', now aged 100, tells her extraordinary story of love, high society and drinking with the Queen Mother

The 'girl with the tractor' is revealed as Patricia Fack, a former debutante who went on to marry a Dutch diplomat. For almost 80 years, few have known the identity of the Women's Land Army recruit.

Home Minister Amit Shah meets PM Modi; briefs on CMs views on lockdown

During the meeting, Shah briefed Modi about the suggestions and the feedback he received from the chief ministers during his telephonic conversations on Thursday, a government official said.

Goa CM bats for lockdown extension; wants malls, gyms to open

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said the current phase of lockdown, slated to end on May 31, should be extended till June 15 considering the overall COVID-19 scenario in the country, where the case count has crossed the 1.6 lakh-mark. Sawant, who spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Modi, Shah meet over lockdown plan amid rising COVID-19 cases

Modi, Shah meet over lockdown plan amid rising COVID-19 cases. During his talks with the chief ministers, Shah sought to know the areas of concern of the states and the sectors they want to open up further from June 1, the official said.

Lockdown 5 to be announced on Sunday

Lockdown 4 comes to an end on 31st May and CM Uddhav Thackeray had already hinted at extending lockdown in Maharashtra beyond May 31.

Govt, non-govt offices to reopen from June 8 in West Bengal: CM

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced that all government and non-government offices will resume their operations from June 8 across the state.

Govt, non-govt offices to reopen from June 8 in Bengal: CM

KOLKATA: As the fourth phase of Covid-19 lockdown draws to a close in India, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday announced that all government and non-government offices will resume their operations from June 8 across the state.Addre

Amit Shah speaks to CMs on way ahead after Lockdown 4.0

India News: Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday spoke to all chief ministers on the lockdown enforced to contain the spread of Covid-19 amid indications tha

Coronavirus: Amit Shah seeks chief ministers’ opinion as fourth phase of lockdown nears end

This is the first time the home minister individually spoke to the chief ministers amid the health crisis.

Delhi Confidential: Ministry of Home Affairs Facebook page shares pic of whisky bottles

Ever since West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee spoke out angrily against the Centre in a meeting held by the Prime Minister, officials say it has become a matter of interest what will be said between the Centre and West Bengal at these meetings.

After speaking with Shah, Goa CM hints, lockdown may be extended by 15 days

He told the media that after speaking with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, he felt that the lockdown may be extended for another 15 days. We however demand that there should be some more relaxations.

PM Modi-Shah meet, strategy post May 31 on discussion table

A day after speaking with the Chief Ministers, Union Home Minister is meeting with Prime Minister Narendra modi ahead of the lockdown coming to an end on May 31.

'Lockdown might be extended by 15 days'

The ongoing Lockdown 4 in its existing form, may be extended by 15-days, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said, a day after a telephonic conversation with Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Don't open state borders, relax borrowing limits: Chhattisgarh CM to Shah

The telephonic conversation between Baghel and Union Home Minister took place on Thursday

Lockdown 5.0 or Exit Blueprint? Amit Shah Calls on PM Modi, Day After Meeting CMs

Earlier in the day, prior to the meeting of PM Modi and Amit Shah, Goa CM Pramod Sawant had said that lockdown should be extended for 15 more days. 

Lockdown 5.0: Amit Shah meets PM Modi after talk with chief ministers on future course

Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday visited PM Modi to discuss the future course of the nationwide lockdown as Lockdown 4.0 nears an end.

Goa CM Pramod Sawant said

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has demanded to extend the lockdown by another 15 days, whereas after talking to Home

Lockdown may be extended by another 15 days, says Goa CM after talking to Amit Shah

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant underlined that there was a demand in the state to reopen hotels, restaurants, gyms, and malls, highlighting that he would urge the Centre to allow the resumption of activities in the state with adequate social distancing rules in place

Amit Shah meets PM Modi; briefs on CMs views on lockdown

India News: Union home minister Amit Shah on Friday met PM Modi and informed him about the views of all chief ministers on the extension of the ongoing nationwide

Lockdown 5.0: After discussing future course of action with state CMs, Amit Shah meets PM Modi

According to sources, the two leaders discussed the COVID-19 situation in India and the next course of action in this regard.

Amit Shah speaks to CMs before meeting Modi on next phase of lockdown

The central government is expected to announce its decision on the lockdown within the next two days

Amit Shah meets PM Modi, briefs on states’ suggestions on lockdown

The Centre is expected to announce its decision on the lockdown within the next two days even as the number of Covid-19 cases in India climbed to 1,65,799 on Friday, making it the world's ninth worst-hit country.

Lockdown 5.0: In 'exit plan,' positive sign for Metro, malls, restaurants

The new guidelines for the extended lockdown, however, will be comparatively much stricter for 13 worst COVID-19-hit cities.

Places of worship to open from June 1; private, govt offices with ‘full strength’ from June 8 in West Bengal

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday – two days before the lockdown 4.0 to end -- said that all places of worship in the state will.

COVID-19: HM Amit Shah meets PM Narendra Modi; briefs on CMs' views on lockdown

Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday discussed the next phase of lockdown with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where he shared the views of some chief ministers that lifting restrictions altogether at

Lockdown extension? HM Amit Shah meets PM Modi; briefs on CMs views on lockdown 5.0

During the meeting, Shah briefed Modi about the suggestions and the feedback he received from the chief ministers during his telephonic conversations on Thursday, a government official said.