Open space patrols begin around Albuquerque amid fire danger

Firefighters have started patrolling open space areas around New Mexico’s largest metropolitan area as dry conditions intensify and fire danger increases.

Michigan State University Network Breached In Ransomware Attack

Netwalker ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operators have reportedly breached Michigan State University's network, threatening to leak private files to the public if they don't pay a ransom in time. BleepingComputer reports: A countdown timer on the attacker's website shows that the university has ab...

LETTER: Nothing but orange cones for miles

But is anybody actually working?

Lebanon extends mandate of UN force along Israel border

The announcement came two days after Prime Minister Hassan Diab visited UNIFIL’s headquarters where he described the presence of the force in the volatile area as a necessity.

All nursing graduates to be guaranteed jobs amid Covid-19 crisis

In a letter, the HSE informed nursing interns that they would all be guaranteed a job.

Skull found in dig for 16th century Irish lord who almost freed Ireland from the British

ARCHAEOLOGISTS IN Spain believe they may have found the remains of 16th century Irish chieftain Red Hugh O'Donnell. The team of archaeologists had entered the seventh day of the dig in the search for the nobleman when they made the discovery. Two coffins, a skull and a complete body were found at the excavation site in Constitution Street, Valladolid, where archaeologists had recently uncovered what they believe to be La Capilla de las Maravillas, the Chapel of Wonders, where Red was put to rest in 1602. Christopher Columbus was also buried at the site but his body later moved to Seville, leading some to believe the second coffin may originally have contained his body. Advertisement Carlos Burgos from the Hispono Irish Association with the remains discovered during the dig (DiadeVallodolid/Twitter) Red, who was known as Aodh Ruadh Ó Domnhnaill in Irish, was buried in the site after dying while waiting for the King of Spain to agree to send another Spanish Army to Ireland to help fight against the English. Red…

Abortion Mandate

A class of Roman Catholic groups claim in a federal summons with notice that New York effectively denied their exemption from the government mandate to cover the insurance costs for abortion procedures by passed off eligibility determinations to a private health plan.

Dream11 European Cricket Series T10 League Stockholm: Full schedule, squads and live streaming details

The Dream11 ECS T10 League is a six-team tournament that will begin on June 1. Read all about it here!

Exclusive: Russia's Rosneft finds extended oil cuts painful - sources

Exclusive: Russia's Rosneft finds extended oil cuts painful - sources

Ronald Koeman: I realise I'm lucky after heart scare

The coach had a heart attack but is in good shape after the incident

Girl ostracised for sex slur against Sarpanch

A poor girl of Sundargarh district, who had lodged a complaint in Talsara police station against the local Sarpanch for asking her to keep physical relationship with her on the pretext of giving job to her brother, has been reportedly ostracised by the villagers. The BDO of Balishankara block will

Proposed USCIS furlough could impact tech firms

Following the national lockdown which was announced in the US about two months ago, application and petition receipts have dropped to half, impacting the ability of the agency to continue to function effectively. The USCIS relies primarily on income from visa processing to keep itself running.

Electric motorbike gives women in rural Zimbabwe a path out of poverty

The Hamba is solar-powered and easing the strain of domestic work.

South Africa’s diesel shortage to last several weeks

A shortage of diesel fuel in South Africa will ease up in a few weeks when about 30% of its refining capacity, idled because of a drop in demand spurred by the Covid-19 lockdown, will return to service.

US pledges $2.9 million for unaccompanied refugee children in Greece

The United States has pledged $2.9 million to Greece to improve the living conditions of unaccompanied refugee children and support the islands against the

NEET-PG aspirants to DMER, CET: Rich med students submitting fake EWS certificate

Many post-graduate medical aspirants have complained to the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) and the state CET cell

Coronavirus impact: Piaggio donates over 11,000 ration kits to auto driver families

Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd has distributed over 11,000 ration kits to auto drivers and each kit can feed a family for two months.

Torbay Council leadership challenged over secrecy

Conservative Chris Lewis said the council excluded the press and public “too often” when items could be discussed in public

Zamfara police partner ex-bandits, rescue 12 kidnap victims - Official

The police command in Zamfara has rescued 12 kidnap victims through the collaboration of repentant bandits in the state.......

Chairman Of Nigeria’s Revenue Agency Denies Allegations Of Tribalism In Organisation

Nami, who spoke while reacting to the alleged removal of some directors on tribal and ethnic grounds, said that the exercise was done according to the laws of the country.

Connecticut woman allegedly spits in face of shopper going wrong way in one-way aisle

A Connecticut woman was arrested for allegedly spitting in the face of a man who was disobeying a supermarket’s one-way aisle direction, a report said. Martine Shanchuk, of Sandy Hook, tried to

23 DySPs transferred

Director General of Police Dilbag Singh ordered transfers and postings of 23 Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySPs). As per the order, Jamrood Singh has

As Australia opens back up for businesses, jobseekers are once again searching for roles in hospitality and other hard-hit sectors

The Australian job market has just undergone what will go down as its strangest few months on record, as businesses begin reopening their doors.

Laredo Petroleum announces new board chairman as part of long-term transition plan

TULSA Laredo appoints chairman Laredo Petroleum, Inc. recently announced it has appointed independent board member William Albrecht as its chairman. Albrecht, who serves on the board’s compensation and nominating and corporate governance committees, succeeded Randy Foutch on May 14. "Bill's appointment as chairman fulfills Laredo's prior commitment to separate the roles of chairman and chief executive officer and (to) name an independent chairman," stated Bill Scoggins, who chairs the board’s nominating and corporate governance committee. "His extensive energy industry background and leadership experience will be instrumental in providing guidance to Laredo's leadership team in these unprecedented

Rural public to get ownership of own plot

Now the rural public can enjoy the ownership of their own plot. The villagers will get the records of their rights after the survey of the rural settlements in the State. Property registers will also be prepared at the panchayat level from the database prepared under the scheme for the benefit of

Pantami not involved in office space allocation controversy-NCC

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says its Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Pantami, is never involved

CACOVID’s hospital equipment for Nasarawa, Gombe

Governments of Nasarawa and Gombe States have inaugurated three new isolation centres  equipped by the Private Sector-led ...

Kenya's David Rudisha undergoes ankle surgery

Since 2016, Rudisha has competed sporadically. He only raced four times in 2017, and did not compete in 2018, 2019 or 2020. He hopes to compete at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.

Watch: It’s man versus monkey in ‘Eeb Allay Ooo!’ trailer

‘Eeb Allay Ooo!’ will be streamed on May 30 at 4.30pm for a 24-hour period as part of YouTube’s We Are One festival.

Taiwan's Kinmen Airlines prepares for takeoff

Taiwanese business people in China have earmarked NT$5 billion to fund the new airline .Former councilor of Kinmen, Chen Tsang-Chiang (陳滄江), revealed his partners for establishing Kinmen Airlines on Friday (May 29); a group of Taiwanese businessmen in China have allegedly accumulated NT$ 5 billion ($166.61 million) for the new airline

Okudzeto Ablakwa sends 'MoMo' to 659 private school staff in constituency

The Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has provided some relief to 659 teaching and non-teaching staff of 45 private schools and 89 volunteer teachers in public basic schools who are not on government payroll.

U.S. senators urge probe of TikTok on children's privacy

U.S. senators urge probe of TikTok on children's privacy

Delayed deliveries from Sephora upset customers

The thrill that came after scoring bargains at Sephora's biannual Beauty Pass Sale that took place from May 5 to 7 turned to frustration for some, after their orders were delayed. More than 35 customers who purchased items from the beauty retailer during the sale, which was...

Pinjaman Bunga Ringan Bantu Kurangi Beban Driver Ojek Online

Pinjaman Bunga Ringan Bantu Kurangi Beban Finansial Pengemudi Ojek Online di Tengah Pandemi.

Five percent of Indonesia's COVID-19 cases are children: Ministry

According to the Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Ministry, around 5 percent of all people found to be COVID-19-positive in Indonesia are children below 17 years of age.

On Chandigarh’s MC table: Purchase of more PPE kits worth `2.10 cr, sanitizers worth `46.80L, masks/gloves worth `25 lakh

Ten companies have participated for this too and they are under technical evaluation. Various types of gloves and masks have been ordered.

BJP MLA tests positive for coronavirus in Gujarat

A BJP MLA in Gujarat tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday and was admitted to a private hospital. His condition was stable, said state BJP spokesperson Bharat Pandya. Follow live updates on

IRCTC upgrades system for refunds into bank accounts

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has upgraded its system to facilitate credit of ticket refunds into bank accounts of passengers who had booked through authorised agents before the lockdown.

Museums anxious about pulling in visitors after lockdown

Over half of museum and gallery directors questioned by Art Fund were worried about the viability of their organisations.

Maharashtra govt announces pay hike for doctors on contract and bond amid the fight against COVID-19

The doctors serving their bonds in tribals areas will get Rs 75,000 instead of Rs 60,000

US must take 'serious action' after Floyd's killing: UN

The UN rights chief voiced alarm Thursday at the death in police custody of George Floyd, demanding that US authorities take "serious action" to put a stop to killings of unarmed African Americans.

Malaysia’s law minister: Govt not denying non-Muslims’ right to drink alcohol if legal limits complied

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The Malaysian government’s stern position against drunk driving that cause deaths in road accidents does not mean that non-Muslims in the country would not be allowed to drink alcohol, minister in charge of parliament and law Datuk Takiyuddin Hassan clarified today....

I got sexually harassed during Umrah/Hajj, wearing abaya and hijab – Lady cries out

A Muslim lady took to her social media page, " Haya" to reveal how she was sexiually harrassed during Umrah, wearing an abaya and hijab and in full modesty. The lady made this revelation in reaction

Disney and other Florida theme parks to re-open in June, July

MIAMI, May 30 — Maintaining social distancing and wearing masks, tourists visiting Florida will be able to take photos with Mickey Mouse again when Disney World reopens on July 11, a month after SeaWorld and Universal Studios are set to do the same, officials said yesterday. “Walt Disney World...

EU extends sanctions against Syrian regime

The EU Council on Thursday extended restrictive measures against the Syrian regime. "The EU remains committed to using every tool at its disposal to push for a political solution to the conflict that would benefit all Syrians and put an end to the ongoing...

COVID-19: Banks to open again in Saudi Arabia

Financial facilities to comply with health precautions

1574 passengers arrive at Jammu, Srinagar Airports

1574 passengers arrive at Jammu, Srinagar Airports Jammu Tawi, May 28: About 15 domestic flights with 1574 passengers on board today arrived at Jammu and Srinagar Airports on Day 4 of resumption of the air services in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. A total of 294 passengers aboard 6 regular commercial flights arrived at […]

80 sheep killed by dogs in Hastings

A further 25 dogs were injured.

Dwivedi chairs SLC meets, clears Rs 8.24 cr subsidy claims

Commissioner Secretary, Industries & Commerce Department, Manoj Kumar Dwivedi, chaired separate meetings of State Level Committees for sanctioning of

Stray animals bear the brunt of lockdown

SHILLONG: While the state government has been quick to sign an MoU with Dhyan Foundation, a Delhi-based animal welfare group, to take care of the seized cattle till the owners claim them, the same, however, does not seem to be keen in opening up of a

MSNBC Reporter Claims “Protests” Aren’t “Unruly” as Building Literally Burns Behind Him

Look behind you!

611 new Covid-19 cases in Singapore, tally stands at 33,860

SINGAPORE, May 29 — Singapore has confirmed 611 new cases of Covid-19, said the Ministry of Health (MOH) in a press release today. This brings the total number of cases here to 33,860. The vast majority of the new cases are work permit holders residing in foreign worker dormitories. Three cases...

Trump says he likes 'great gentleman' PM Modi

Reflecting upon his love and affection for India and the good rapport he has with its leader, US President Donald Trump has said that he likes Prime Minister Narendra Modi and termed him a "great gentleman". Prime Minister Modi is one of the few world leaders, including Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

South Africa’s trade balance swings to R35bn deficit in April

Imports were down 6.5% to R88.03 billion

Zimbabwe Finance Minister threatened to resign from Govt over Mutodi

FOREIGN Affairs and International Trade Minister Sibusiso Busi Moyo confronted President Emmerson Mnangagwa and threatened to hand in his resignation from Cabinet unless loudmouth Energy Mutodi was sacked from Government, a leading weekly publication has revealed.

Watch: Camel in Oklahoma zoo pokes its head into car and helps itself to snacks

A family was visiting a drive-through zoo in Oklahoma when the incident took place.

Actor Jang Keun-suk discharged from military service

All over for Ford Ranger Raptor V8

There is a very clear customer want for an enhanced Raptor [but] there is nothing to confirm, nothing to speculate on".

Migrant worker’s body found after 4 days in Jhansi

Officials said that the body had decomposed in the four days that it was lying unattended inside the train toilet. Officials said that a post mortem will be conducted on the body on Friday.

Main sports events in France to remain suspended until June 21 - PM

Major sporting events in France will remain suspended for now until at least June 21, Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said on Thursday.

French economy shrank less than first thought in first quarter: INSEE

French economy shrank less than first thought in first quarter: INSEE

Central Otago council axes two iSites

The axe has fallen on two Central Otago iSites and seven jobs as the district's council grapples with cutting costs in the wake of Covid-19. One job...

Hry Speaker serves notice to SP, MC Joint Commissioner for not picking up calls of MLAs

Taking serious note of the complaints of Haryana MLAs that Government officers did not pick up their phone calls, State Vidhan Sabha Speaker Gian Chand Gupta on Thursday sought an explanation from Sonepat Municipal Corporation Joint Commissioner Shambhu Rathi and Rewari SP Nazneen Bhasin. In two

Former Goodyear workers help with war memorial restoration

A war memorial has been officially opened after a £25,000 restoration.

Second Shipment Of U.S. Ventilators Heading To Russia Amid Continuing Questions

A second shipment of U.S.-built ventilators will head to Moscow to help Russia in its fight against the coronavirus, a goodwill gesture by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration that has been trailed by questions and criticism.

Religious Places should be reopened Karnatka CM said

Dear Editor,Karnataka is likely to allow religious places like Temple, Mosques, Churches, and other religious institutions which have been shut for the last two months because of the fourth phase of the Covid-19 lockdown, to reopen in the state after May 31, Karnatka CM BS Yediyurappa said on 26 May. It is well-move step that I gree with. Because praying is also necessary to fight against Covid-19. But now the ball in PM's court. As CM Yodiyurappa added that they will wail for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dicision over its re-opening. However, if we get permission, places of worship can open by June 31. So my personal opinion is that temples systematically should be reopen only for the time of prayer, with full precaution and maintaining social distancing, wearing masks and hygiene in mind. And also religious fairs and functions totally should be banned. Nobody should be allowed to violate the guidelines set bt the state or centre government. --Belal Shafiq Qasmi

Commecs student association president Asif Arif passes away from coronavirus

Arif was also the trustee of the Commecs Educational Trust (CET)

Loudon Co. outdoor court speeds up adoption

A Loudon County woman legally adopted her three grandchildren at an outdoor court hearing on Thursday.

Hawaiian Electric suspends rate increase due to COVID-19 pandemic | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Hawaiian Electric announced Thursday that it will no longer seek an increase in its rates on Oahu, due to the hardship to customers presented by the coronavirus pandemic.

Spanish flight with 140 people on board is quarantined in Lanzarote after passenger gets positive coronavirus test result while in the air

The plane, which arrived in Lanzarote in the Canary Islands from Madrid this afternoon, was immediately zoned off by health and security officials at Cesar Manrique airport.

Three Motherwell hillwalkers rescued after getting lost up mountain

The walkers were also slapped with fines by Police Scotland once they were brought to safety from The Cobbler at the weekend.

India's contact tracing app made open source, but will this thwart a surveillance state? | ZDNet

Only until recently were Indian citizens forced into downloading Aarogya Setu under fear of arrest. However, without data protection laws, the government in cahoots with private entities will still be able to do whatever it wishes under the guise of national security.

Mehdi Hasan and Ilhan Omar on Police Brutality and the Murder of George Floyd

A live conversation on Monday, June 1 at 2:30 p.m. ET.

To my ‘Jagat Janani’

‘LETTERS to Mother’, a book featuring letters written by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

UKZN graduate who survived a stroke beats the odds to get her degree

Nokubonga Sithole suffered a stroke that paralysed the left side of her body in October 2018. She received treatment in hospital and was later discharged to begin her recovery at home.

BJD leader, two others die in fire mishap in Odisha

BJD leader Alekh Choudhury and two others were asleep in his house at Gosaninuagaon, when an air-conditioner caught fire due to an electric short circuit in the early hours. The victims, trapped inside the smoke-filled house, were rescued and rushed to the MKCG Medical College and Hospital where doctors declared them brought dead, a senior police officer said.

SA's credit growth slows to 7.37% year on year in April

Expansion in the broadly defined M3 measure of money supply quickened to 10.47% in April from 9.49% in March.

Warmer nights but rainy days to come in Queensland this winter

The weather bureau's winter outlook suggests the state will experience wetter than average conditions.

Glazed or jelly? Doughnuts lure city-roaming Florida bear into trap | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

FORT MYERS, Fla. >> Glazed or jelly? A black bear roaming around a Florida city proved no match for the doughnuts that lured the animal into a humane trap.

7 pangolin smugglers held in S’pur

Forest officials busted a racket of pangolin (Bajrakapta) smugglers by arresting seven persons, including former Sarapanch Jadumani Patra (40) of Goudpada GP, at Redhakhole on Wednesday. The arrested were identified as Sushil Sethi, Laxman Sethi, Sriram Sabar, Sira Sabar, Khiju Sabar and Nepal

Baramulla patient had no travel history

Baramulla town witnessed first death due to Coronavirus on Thursday, taking the total number of deaths due to COVID 19 in the district to five. Earlier,

Mike Wallace Is Here review – rose-tinted chronicle of a journalistic giant

The tough-talking newsman is the subject of a doc that rattles out the greatest hits while overlooking his murkier moments

Tulip Time Festival needs to raise $1M after pandemic losses

The Tulip Time Festival in western Michigan needs to raise $1 million to stem losses from this year's canceled event due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Minnesota National Guard sends more than 500 troops to Minneapolis, St. Paul

More than 500 members of the Minnesota National Guard deployed to Minneapolis and St. Paul on Thursday, their "key objective" being to ensure fire departments can respond to calls. We are here with the Minneapolis Fire Department ready to assist so they can safely do their mission. pic.twitter.com/FjsCJ5B8d0 — MN National Guard (@MNNationalGuard) May 29, 2020 Gov. Tim Walz (D) declared a state of emergency in the Twin Cities and called in the Minnesota National Guard in response to protests over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody. Several buildings have been set on fire in both cities, including the 3rd Precinct station in Minneapolis, going up in flames after demonstrators forcibly entered the building. The Minnesota National Guard said its mission is to "protect life" and "preserve property and the right to peacefully demonstrate," and tweeted a photo showing one of its vehicles next to a Minneapolis Fire Department truck. Catherine Garcia

Department of Human Services to close facilities

The Department of Human Services plans to close half of its brick-and-mortar facilities, but will not cut employees or services, the agency's director said Thursday. The agency has 92 offices, warehouses and storage spaces, said Justin Brown, DHS director. About half will be closed, he said. Most are leased by the agency, but the state-owned facilities will be sent to surplus, Brown said. "We are closing half of those brick-and-mortar buildings because we are able to now prioritize service in our workforce ahead of brick-and-mortar," Brown said. But the agency does not plan to reduce staff, many of whom are working from home due to the COVID-19 outbreak, he said. The reduction is in part due to budget cuts,

Lynas forced to defend disclosure on US military funding

Amanda Lacaze-led Lynas knew the US Department of Department process was on hold in April but she did not alert the market until May 22.

COVID-19: JK contributes Rs 10 Cr towards PM CARES Fund

COVID-19: JK contributes Rs 10 Cr towards PM CARES Fund Jammu, May 28: Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has contributed an amount of Rs 10 Crores to Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund) towards the efforts being undertaken by the Government of India to prevent and contain COVID-19 pandemic […]

Oregon woman buys winning lottery ticket with cash from sewing face masks

"I don't play a lot," said winner Lorna Hewitt, who bought her winning Keno-8 ticket at a grocery store in the town of Sisters.

Rene Hospital distributes anti-Covid materials to cops

Rene Hospital, one of the leading hospitals in Karimangar, supplied anti-Covid material to Ramagundam commissionerate police.

Traders clarify on broomstick procurement

 SHILLONG: Meghalaya Brooms and Tezpatta Traders Association has informed that they did not stop the procurement of broomsticks from farmers/producers at the Mawiong Regulated Market at any point of time due to unavoidable circumstances arising

Shameful

Dear Editor, It was disturbing that a cop in Uttarakhand allegedly tried to rape a woman at a quarantine centre. The Surajmal Institute located in Pulbhatta has been turned into a quarantine centre, where people coming to the area, are being asked to stay. Among the inmates of the quarantine centre is a newly-wed couple. Allegedly, the policeman went to the newly-wed couple's room located on the second floor. After reaching there, the accused grabbed the woman's hand and started taking her to a room located on the first floor. As per the police complaint, the accused was inebriated when the incident took place. However, it is an obvious misbehaviour of policeman. It is extremely condemnable, specially when it was committed by a person, who is responsible for safety of people. His misbehaviour not only stigmatized his family, but also defamed the group of security forces. Culprit must be punished. --M N Musaeed Jogeshwari Mumbai

Irish coast guard helicopter pilot tells how girl, 5, lucky to be alive after miraculous rescue

Captain Sean Murphy told how the young child drifted out to sea on an inflatable toy

Vice president says Taiwan’s native languages protect sovereignty

Lai Ching-de says example of Hong Kong shows why protecting native languages is important

Achille Mbembe and the fantasy of separation

The latest German uproar exposes a core cleavage in Holocaust memory.

Is Pakistan dumping traditional allies Saudi-UAE for their support to India ?

While Qatar has reportedly supported this trio vis a vis Saudis and UAE as part of its regional strategy in the Gulf, Doha has warmed up to Delhi and PM Narendra Modi spoke with its Emir this week on the occasion of EiD.

S. Korea to lease Korean Air's B747-8i as new presidential plane

South Korea signed a five-year contract with Korean Air Lines Co. on Friday to lease a Boeing 747-8i jet as the next presidential plane, the defense ministry said. Under the 300 billion won ($242.3 million) deal, the country's No. 1 air carrier will provide pilots, crew members, mechanics, as well as a back-up plane of the same type for the president's overseas trips, according to the ministry. The plane will ente...

Gate accident brings fine

A Ranfurly dairy company has been fined $270,937 over an incident which could have killed a worker had he not been coincidentally wearing a helmet...

My GH¢ 3 plantain comment misconstrued – Afriyie-Akoto

The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr Owusu Afriyie-Akoto, has clarified that his comments about low prices of foodstuff in the markets were completely taken out of context.

Aeroflot introduces changes to service procedures

MOSCOW - Aeroflot has introduced changes to its service procedures. These changes are being temporary introduced to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and are in line with sanitary and epidemiologic regulations issued in a resolution of Russia’s Chief Sanitary Physician as well as guidelines of the Federal Air Transport Agency and consumer watchdog Rospotrebnadzor. Passengers will be required to board the plane wearing facemasks and gloves and must wear them for the duration of the flight; Passengers must replace masks with

Jang Geun Suk relieved of his mandatory public service duties today

Actor Jang Geun Suk will be officially relieved of his mandatory public service duties today, May 29!In light of the public's social distancing ad…

Fifteen-year-old charged with arson following incident in Aberdare

Emergency services were called to the scene on Thursday afternoon

Target is closing 24 stores in Minnesota 'until further notice' amid looting and protests following the death of George Floyd

Target is closing 10 locations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as 14 more in the surrounding region.

Health DG: 103 New Positive Covid-19 Cases, 66 Discharged & No Deaths Today

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

Deaf mum makes masks with plastic window over the mouth to allow lip reading

A deaf mother identified as Justine Bate is inundated with hundreds of orders from care homes after designing face masks with a plastic window over the mouth.

Telangana Formation Day: Dignitaries to unfurl the National flag

The State government announced the names of Ministers and dignitaries who will unfurl the national flag on the occasion of the State Formation Day on June 2 at all the district headquarters of the State.

Public Comment sought on Christ Church Cathedral reinstatement - Poto Williams

The Associate Minister for Greater Christchurch Regeneration, Hon Poto Williams, will be seeking public written comment, following Cabinet approving the drafting of an Order in Council aimed at fast-tracking the reinstatement of the Christ Church Cathedral.

Coronavirus furlough scheme to be gradually withdrawn, Sunak says – video

The UK furlough scheme will start changing from August, and it  will come to an end in October, Rishi Sunak has said

Grand Canyon's South Rim to fully reopen on June 5; North Rim to reopen with some limits

The Grand Canyon is expanding access to its more popular South Rim entrance and planning to let visitors in around the clock next month.

Travel disruptions challenge global transplant deliveries

Over the past two months, as air travel ground to a halt, Mishel Zrian has crisscrossed the Atlantic and the United States dozens of times, sleeping in empty airports and unable to return home to see

Migrant exodus leaves powerloom city in disarray

CWI agree in principle to tour England in July, awaits UK gov't approval

Cricket West Indies has agreed in principle to send a West Indies team to England for a three-Test series in July. The decision was arrived at during a meeting of the board on Thursday. The decision c...

Spotify Claims Kobalt Is at Fault in Eminem Songs Copyright Dispute

Spotify has filed a third party claim in a federal court in Tennessee against Kobalt Music Publishing, alleging that the company is at fault in a copyright dispute over 243 Eminem songs, including the Grammy- and Oscar-winning "Lose Yourself."

Editorial cartoons for Friday, May 29

A sketchy look at the day in the coronavirus pandemic (and politics).

Dharavi, Dadar and Mahim among Mumbai's worst COVID-19 affected areas

Eleven out of the total 24 civic administrative wards in Mumbai together constitute more than 23,193 of the over 35,000 coronavirus positive cases detected in the city so far, the ward-wise data released by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has revealed.

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PROGRESS POWER

Australia's New South Wales state warns of Covid-19 budget toll

SYDNEY, May 29 ― Australia's biggest state in economic terms said today the coronavirus pandemic could cost it as much A$20 billion (RM57.7 billion) in lost revenues over the next four years, underscoring the urgency to revive the country's stuttering economy. Releasing its first estimate of the...

Go backs PRRD’s call: “No vaccine, no physical face-to-face classes”

SENATOR Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go backed the call of President Rodrigo Duterte not to allow the resumption of physical classes until a vaccine for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is available.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh talks to US Secretary of Defence Mark Esper over telephone

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had a telephonic conversation with US Secretary of Defence Mark T Esper on Friday evening at the latter’s request.

Clementine Ford cancels application for council grant in wake of controversial tweet

The City of Melbourne will not be issuing controversial commentator Clementine Ford with a $2800 writing grant. Lord Mayor Sally Capp revealed on Friday night that Ford, who has come under fierce c…

Court confirms 5 1/2-year prison sentence for key figure in sexual bribery scandal

A local court confirmed a 5 1/2-year prison sentence for Yoon Jung-cheon, a construction contractor alluded in the sexual bribery scandal surrounding former Vice Justice Minister Kim Hak-ui. The Seoul High Court on Friday confirmed the lower court’s prison sentence for Yoon, 59, on charges of fraud and bribery. Yoon has been at the center of a corruption and bribery scandal involving Kim. The case gained atte...

AEP: No v-shaped recovery for the West

Via Ambrose Evans-Pritchard:

Fire sweeps through crowded Cameroonian prison

Firefighters backed up by police were able to contain the blaze and stop it spreading beyond New Bell jail, which sits in a densely populated neighbourhood of the commercial capital, close to the cent

Galeries Lafayette Cleared to Open Haussmann Store on May 30

The department store will offer discounts of up to 50 percent.

L’Oréal launches #LoveIsInTheHair campaign

The campaign highlights the bond between hairdressers and their clients

Stargazers Capture Alleged Falling Meteorite on Camera in Northern Turkey

According to some social media users, it would not be 2020 if some major cosmic event did not take place amid the ongoing pandemic, political turbulence and global...

NIA charges one more in Attari drug seizure case

Investigations revealed evidence of generation of funds though the sale of narcotics. The narcotics were smuggled from across the international border. The proceeds from the sale of these drugs were used to fund terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir, the NIA's supplementary chargesheet also said.

Glasgow pensioner, 94, too scared to leave flat during lockdown didn’t eat for FIVE days before charity rescue

A 94-YEAR-OLD pensioner who hadn’t eaten for days because she was scared to leave her home during lockdown has been rescued by charity workers. The woman, from Glasgow, had no one to shop for…

State action on dams is good news, but more action needed

In response to the recent editorial (“State gains keener watch of dams to protect salmon,” The Herald, May 19,) the Herald editorial board is correct: This is an important new opportunity and a historic step to address the negative impacts of dams on the Columbia and Snake rivers. Scientists agree that hot water is killing cold-water fish. However, much more needs to be done.

Letter - Life in quarantine

As Covid-19 continues to spread around the globe, repatriated Namibians, such as myself, are wrestling with the uncomfortable side effect of widespread infectious disease: quarantine. A quarantine is designed to keep high-risk individuals who may have been exposed to the virus in isolation during the disease’s infectious period, to see if they became sick. Since Covid-19’s incubation period is believed to be 14 days or fewer, that is how long the quarantine period has lasted for the Namibians who have since returned home. For some, quarantine is merely inconvenient, or at worst, dull. For others, especially those quarantined without their luggage, like myself, the situation is more precarious. 

Some couples unfazed as registry weddings fall

COVID-19 has put many significant events on hold, but many couples have remained determined to tie the knot. The Registrar General’s Department (RGD) offers registry weddings at 10 locations islandwide and has been an ideal option for scores bound...

’MasterChef’s Reynold Poernomo Apologises For Homophobic Comments Made In 2014

MasterChef star Reynold Poernomo has issued a statement apologising for homophobic comments he made in a body building forum in 2014.

Jan Shatabdi trains to operate with fewer stoppages from June 1

The Jan Shatabdi special trains between Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur/Kozhikode will lose four stops. 

International Sanskrit webinar held

Haryana Sanskrit Academy organized a one-day International Sanskrit webinar on 'Conservation of Sanskrit Culture and Health'. Renowned Sanskrit scholars and researchers from across the country and abroad participated in the event. Academy Director Dr Someshwar Dutt Sharma said, Sanskrit language is

Gang of Monkeys Steals COVID Blood Samples in India

A group of monkeys in India just stole a bunch of blood samples taken from patients who tested positive for the coronavirus.

Ukraine starts opening borders with neighbouring European countries as Lockdown further eased

Monitoring Desk: Ukraine has started opening borders gradually with neighbouring countries as Lockdown further eased. Six checkpoints have resumed their operations at the Ukrainian-Moldovan border. According to a report of the Ukrainian News Agency posted by Dasha Zubkova, the Press Service of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine has stated that in Chernivtsi region, the following border checkpoints resumed their operations: Mamalyha-Kryva, Kelmentsy-Larga (railway), Kelmentsy-Larga (automobile), Sokyriany-Oknytsia. In Odesa region, the border checkpoints that resumed their operations are Mayaky-Palanka-Udobne. As Ukrainian News Agency earlier reported, on May 20, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine decided to resume operation of 66 border checkpoints at the border with the European Union and the Republic of Moldova. On May 28, the number of new Covid-19 cases in Ukraine rose by 429 over May 27 to 22,811, and the number of deaths rose by 10 over May 27 to 679; at the same time, after a one-day growth, the…

Assam’s COVID-19 cases go up to 910

GUWAHATI: With detection of 30 new COVID-19 positive cases -- 16 in Golaghat, 6 in Karimganj, 2 in Lakhimpur, 2 in Cachar, 2 in Hailakandi and2 Karbi Anglong – the number of COVID-19 cases in Assam went up to 910 at 3 pm on Friday.There are 800 activ

Delhi Govt takes over 5 hotels for Covid wards

With a rise in the number of Covid-19 positive cases, the Delhi government on Friday took over five hotels, including Crowne Plaza in Okhla phase-I, and Surya in New Friends Colony to be converted into hospitals for treating coronavirus (Covid-19) positive patients

Russia reports record one-day rise in coronavirus deaths

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia on Friday reported 232 deaths from the new coronavirus in the last 24 hours, a record one-day amount that pushed the nationwide death toll to 4,374.

Business Poll Backfires, Shows Public Wants Less Immigration

A business-funded poll backfired by showing that 56 percent of swing voters favor President Trump's decision to curb legal immigration.

Gogglebox fans fear it has been taken off air as Channel 4 shows 'best bits' episode

Not all Gogglebox fans realised the Channel 4 series had finished a week ago, before the latest episode on Friday

LA mayor says councilman should resign over bribery probe

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and the president of the City Council called Thursday for the resignation of Councilman Jose Huizar, who is the focus of a federal corruption investigation.

Cross removed from Armenian church in Turkey by attacker (VIDEO)

Another church has been attacked in Turkey. The cross at the door of the Surp Krikor Lusaroviç (Saint Gregory the Illuminator) Armenian Church was dismantled

EU's De Rynck: No appetite on EU side to revise mandate on fisheries

"It is a tall order to get an agreement on fisheries by the deadline," Stefaan De Rynck, senior advisor of Michel Barnier, Chief EU Negotiator for Bre

Virgin Media’s Gavan Reilly named most influential Irish journalist on Twitter

Irish Times has largest number of journalists in top 100, with RTÉ second and INM third

ANU: Job and income losses halted, confidence rising

Average hours worked increased from 32.3 per week in April to 32.8 per week in May, according to a study by the Australian National University’s (ANU) Centre for Social Research and Methods.

University Final exams: Uddhav Thackeray to speak to Vice-Chancellors on May 30

The development comes amid reports that the Education Minister and Vice-Chancellors are at loggerheads over conducting examinations.

Haul of stolen street signs found during level 2 police checks

Police checks on potential Covid-19 party rule-breakers has turned up something else – stolen street signs. About 20 signs were found at student...

Masks, cleaning, filtration better than blocking middle seats: United CEO

United Airlines Holdings Inc Chief Executive Scott Kirby said on Thursday that facial masks, aircraft cleaning and air filtration systems are ...

Spike in hate crime against Chinese people in West Midlands

Hate crimes against Chinese people have spiked in the West Midlands this year, according to new police figures.

Delhi-Gurgaon border sealed, hundreds protest

Massive traffic jam blocked the road connecting Delhi and Gurgaon this morning after the Haryana government decided to seal the routes that go to Delhi, concerned over rising cases of the highly infectious coronavirus.

Coronavirus infects more than 3,000 US meatpacking workers: union

More than 3,000 U.S. meatpacking workers have tested positive for COVID-19 and at least 44 workers have died, the country's largest meatpacking ...

Pastor to die by hanging for murder - The Nation Nigeria

An Ondo State based Pastor, Kolawole Samson, has been sentenced to death by hanging for killing one Ayo Olaniyi at a village near Okeigbo area...

Moses Kuria Takes on Kanini Kega as Ethiopian Imports Hurt Farmers

The issue was raised in a local radio station this morning and his constituents called me to have it...

Kaspersky CEO: Cyberattacks on hospitals during COVID-19 considered terrorist attacks

As the world reels from the COVID-19 global pandemic, the virtual world is also susceptible to cyberattacks during the time of crisis. In fact, cybersecurity researchers over at Kaspersky have previously discovered that malicious parties have taken advantage of the current situation with a host of scams and malware attacks on unsuspecting parties.

Talks on support for German car industry delayed: Bild

Closely-watched talks between top German politicians and car industry representatives to discuss support for a sector hit hard by the coronavirus ...

Delhi earthquake: Tremors jolt Delhi, Noida, Gurugram; measure 4.6 on Richter scale

Earthquake in Delhi today: The earthquake originated near Rohtak, Haryana; there were no reports of any casualties or damage

AUD/USD: The key resistance area at 0.6658/6706 continues to cap any attempt to break higher – Credit Suisse

AUD/USD is seeing a further attempt to break above the pivotal resistance zone at 0.6658/6706, which ideally continues to cap, according to analysts a

All Calasiao barangay captains to undergo quarantine after one goes positive

The barangay chiefs are tested during a muncipal meeting they attended. One tests positive in the rapid test.

34 people have so far lost their lives to Covid-19 in Louth - Talk of the Town

Mid-April was the worst period for Covid-19 cases and deaths in Louth, with 34 people so far having lost their lives to the disease, new figures from the Central Statistics Office have revealed. The CSO have provided a breakdown of weekly cases and deaths per county in their ‘Covid-19 Deaths and Cases Series 2’ report...Read More→

Nongpoh lad rescues cubs

Nongpoh: In a commendable job, a young boy hailing from Nongjri Village in Ri Bhoi District rescued five cubs of Small Indian Civet from a nearby forest on May 26.Narrating the story of the rescue, 15-year-old Lumlang Thangkhiew said that on May 26 a

Suspected thief tastes his own medicine

In a strange twist of irony, a 58-year-old-man initially wanted by the police for the alleged theft of N$130 000 tasted his own medicine when he was swindled of N$70 000.

Riverside County courts revise re-openings

INLAND EMPIRE – (INT) - Amid continued concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and in an effort to comply with federal, state and local guidelines, the court will be extending its temporary closures as follows: • The Corona Court, the Moreno Valley Court, the Temecula Court, the Hemet Court, the Riverside Self-Help Center and the Riverside Records Center will be closed from June 1, 2020 through June 12, 2020. • The Riverside Historic Courthouse, the Riverside Family Law Court, and the Palm Springs Court will be closed from June 1, 2020 through June 5, 2020. • Beginning on June 8, 2020, the Riverside Historic Courthouse, the Riverside Family Law Court, and the Palm Springs Court will be open to the public for the limited purpose of filing emergency matters, including, restraining order applications, requests to renew restraining orders, temporary guardianships, temporary conservatorships, and ex parte applications. Non-emergency matters must be filed via the eSubmit Document Submission Portal, U.S. Mail, or…

Medical Officer proposes steam haling to cure coronavirus

A private medical practitioner has proposed the use of steam inhalation as a treatment for coronavirus cases in the country.

Kentucky theft suspect on the run since 2018 found in SC

A Kentucky man accused of stealing around $25,000 from a nonprofit to pay off social media scammers was found in South Carolina, after being on the run since November 2018, authorities said.

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Taiping Zoo, Night Safari announce success in breeding yet another endangered species: The milky stork

TAIPING, May 29 — Taiping Zoo and Night Safari (ZTNS) scored another success in the breeding of the endangered milky stork. Taiping Municipal Council president Khairul Amir Mohamad Zubir said the birds had made 12 nests in the zoo and four of them have shown hatchlings. "This is good news as...

MDC Alliance court application dismissed

The High Court has dismissed an MDC-Alliance urgent application seeking to stop the MDC-T from recalling more MPs elected on the MDC-A ticket from Parliament.

Rent Arrears Cases Almost Tripled During Pandemic

Three times as many people are reporting rent arrears during the pandemic.

Knoxville house damaged after suspected generator fire

Rural Metro Fire said crews responded to a house fire on Midway Road just after midnight Friday.

Nanded civic body rules out mass transmission of virus

The Nanded Waghala Municipal Corporation (NWMC) had feared the worst after more than 900 of the over 3,700 pilgrims stranded at Nanded’s Langar Sahib and Sachkhand Shri Hazur Sahib gurudwaras due to the coronavirus-induced lockdown had tested positive on returning to Punjab.

Sg Selisik water treatment plant still shut after diesel spill

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The Sg Selisik Water Treatment Plant has not resumed operations as diesel contamination is still being detected in the raw water source with the eight affected areas in Hulu Selangor still experiencing unscheduled water supply interruption. Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd...

Flashback Friday: When Ranbir Kapoor opened up about settling down in life and having a family post break-up with Katrina Kaif

In the throwback interview, Ranbir reportedly said that he is a romantic, who isn't just ready he's waiting to settle, not down necessarily but into s

Obiano signs COVID-19 Prevention Bill into law - The Nation Nigeria

Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State on Friday signed into the Anambra State COVID-19 and Other Dangerous Diseases Prevention

Gangs of Edinburgh: How the vice sex trade took off in the capital

The late Margaret 'Madam Moneybags' Paterson was eventually jailed after officers raided her home and discovered she was in charge of prostitutes across the country.

100 Donegal motorists using learner licence for 20 years

ALMOST 100 Co Donegal motorists have been driving on a `learner’s' licence for more than 20 years.

US anti-vaxxers aim to spread fear over future coronavirus vaccine

Anti-vaxxers’ influence and power could affect Americans’ willingness to take a Covid-19 vaccine, experts warn

Covid-19 Lawsuits Pile Up

Claims against insurers continue to dominate coronavirus-related lawsuits, followed by complaints against governments and colleges, though rental disputes between landlords and tenants are becoming increasingly common; 1,858 coronavirus-related lawsuits have been filed in courts covered by Courthouse News since April 1.

India weeds out 27 highly toxic pesticides

Decades of lobbying by rights activists and environmentalists to ban hazardous pesticides in India that are prohibited elsewhere in the world appear to be making progress following a 14 May government ...

Kidnappers’ buildings demolished in Calabar - The Nation Nigeria

The Cross River State government has pulled down buildings said to be owned by kidnappers in Calabar, the state capital...

Russia Postpones BRICS Summit to Later Date

The summits of the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) and Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states have been postponed from July to a later date, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Kremlin press service said on May 27. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), established in 2001, brings together China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, […]

SA policeman puts jackboot on Hong Kong

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China holds symposium to mark 15th anniversary of Anti-Secession Law implementation

A forum on the 15th anniversary of the enactment of the Anti-Secession Law kicked off at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Friday.

Shramik trains ferry over 48 lakh since May 1

Shramik trains ferry over 48 lakh since May 1 New Delhi:  The Indian Railways has ferried over 48 lakh migrant workers on board 3,736 ‘Shramik Special’ trains since May 1, according to official data.Of these, 3,157 have reached their destination, while 386 are in transit. The top five states and UTs from where maximum trains […]

Scientists analyse samples of Lukha river

SHILLONG: The samples of Lukha river are still being analysed pertaining to the mystery of the river turning blue.Member Secretary of Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board, JH Nengnong told The Shillong Times that though there are no mining activit

Harbhajan Blames 'Power Hungry' China For Spread of Coronavirus

Harbhajan also said that China is now happily making money by selling PPE kits and masks to the world.

State to depend on Assam to resolve real estate disputes

SHILLONG: The state government will request Assam government to allow Meghalaya to utilise their Real Estate Appellate Tribunal to take up the cases of the state.The cabinet on Thursday approved a proposal in this regard.Speaking to media persons aft

Swastika found at trailhead

A Kelowna man took it upon himself to deal with an apparent racist act of vandalism on the KLO Creek Trail near Gallagher's Canyon.

Coronavirus news live - 377 more dead in the UK and lockdown latest

Here, we bring you the live updates on the latest news, developments and guidance on the Covid-19 pandemic.

In agony, families await DNA results of plane crash victims

Demand to be given anothe­r specim­en so 'faster' tests may be conduc­ted in Lahore­

Florida governor asks court to stay felon voting ruling

Florida governor asks court to stay felon voting ruling

LATAM's bankruptcy filing to delay its Brazil bailout to at least July: sources

LATAM Airlines Group's U.S. bankruptcy filing this week will delay its potential bailout in Brazil to at least July and also push back aid to its ...

Four key measures help Vietnam control coronavirus - VietNamNet

Vietnam did not shy away from broadcasting the seriousness of Covid-19.

Brumby cull able to proceed but cattleman vows to appeal court ruling

Philip Maguire's bid to stop high country horse shoot was knocked back in the Supreme Court on Friday but the Omeo cattleman is planning to appeal the decision.

Educational Institutions To Remain Closed In J&K Till June 15: Govt

The government on Friday ordered that all educational institutions and training institutions in the Jammu and Kashmir shall remain closed till June 15

Young men seen releasing balloons into the sea off Plymouth Hoe

Shocked bystander believes that as many as 50 were dropped into the water - posing a threat to marine life

Indonesia reports 678 new coronavirus cases, 24 deaths

JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesia reported on Friday 678 new coronavirus infections, taking the total number of cases in the Southeast Asian country to 25,216, said health ministry official Achmad Yurianto.

Health D-G: Bring your own pen for contact tracing registration

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah has advised the public to bring their own pens whenever they go out in case they are required to record their details before entering business premises.

Brexit Boost: Nissan Backs Britain as It Pulls out of EU

Japanese carmaker Nissan has announced that it will retain its plant in Sunderland, England, but will be closing its factories in Spain.

Peddapalli: Experts committee assesses locust movement

Experts committee constituted by the State government to monitor the movement of locust swarms held a meeting at the NTPC guest house on Friday.

Trump administration to ease rules for hunting bears and their cubs in Alaska

The National Park Service is rolling back Obama-era regulations that banned hunters in Alaska's national preserves from using food to lure black and brown bears out of their dens. The new rules will also let hunters use artificial light to attract black bears and their cubs, shoot caribou from motorboats, and hunt wolves and coyotes during the denning season, the Anchorage Daily News reports. The Obama administration enacted the regulations in order to prevent the destabilization of Alaska's ecosystems. This change is "amazingly cruel," Jesse Prentice-Dunn, policy director for the Center for Western Priorities, told The Guardian, and is "just the latest in a string of efforts to reduce protections for America's wildlife at the behest of oil companies and trophy hunters." Several Native American tribes criticized the original rule, opposing it due to rural Alaskans needing wild food sources. Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) cheered the reversal, saying it was necessary "not only as a matter of principle, but as a…

'Scorching-hot hacked computer burned my hand'

Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack.

Kangana Ranaut aims to become one of the richest people in India by 50

Kangana Ranaut has had an ambitious career despite the criticism she has faced over the years. She is now planning to rise to the top, not just career-wise but financially as well. “To be honest, I never thought I’d come this far. I never had these as my primary ambitions. I didn’t have material ambitions. […]

Sudden spike in snakebite cases across district surprises doctors

80 cases reported so far; most from Varapuzha, Paravoor, Vypeen and Cherai

Private offices in Meghalaya can resume work with 33 per cent staff

SHILLONG: Meghalaya Government on Friday announced its decision to allow private as well as non-profit making establishments and organisations to resume their activities with 33 per cent staff.Speaking to media persons, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone

North Korea executes couple by firing squad for trying to defect

A married couple was executed by firing squad in North Korea after being caught trying to flee with their 14-year-old nephew.

Ducks get police escort across Gatlinburg street

Some lucky ducks got a police escort as they crossed a street in Gatlinburg Wednesday.

IMF's Stand-By Arrangement with Ukraine to be approved soon – phone talk with Zelensky

The transition to the stand-by program greatly facilitates the allocation of financial support during the pandemic.

Defence Force To Fire 21-gun Salutes In Wellington To Mark Royal Occasions

New Zealand Army personnel will fire 21-gun salutes in Wellington at midday on 1, 2 and 10 June.

Jamaica records 20% decline in road fatalities due to COVID-19 - NRSC

  The National Road Safety Council is reporting that Jamaica recorded a 20% reduction in road fatalities islandwide compared to the corresponding period in 2019 due, in part, to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The council...

Lee asks state agencies to cut budgets by 12%

Gov. Bill Lee has asked all state agencies to find ways to slash their budgets by 12% and submit their new proposals by the end of June.

GDE recruits 10,000 unemployed young people for youth brigade programme

The department announced earlier this month that it would be recruiting about 7,000 youth to assist enforce health and safety protocols in schools.

SWGH, EJH allow more shops to function

AMPATI/KHLIEHRIAT: The District Magistrates of South West Garo Hills and East Jaintia Hills District have allowed more shops to function in the wake of state government giving the green light on Wednesday.In SWGH, the District Magistrate allowed open

Unemployment Fraud In Michigan Could Bump Legit Jobless Claims

Michigan residents could fall victim to predatory identity theft scams that make false unemployment benefits claims during the pandemic, the UIA warns.

24 doctors rescued from South Mumbai hotel after fire mishap

The fire broke out at Fortune hotel near Metro Cinema late Wednesday night.

North Korea declares 'sexual immorality' treason: Parents will be punished if 'decadent capitalist influences' like Japanese porn are allowed to influence teenagers

North Korea's ruling party has ordered a crackdown after noticing that 'more and more high school boys and girls are engaging in immoral sexual deviance' (file photo, students dance in Pyongyang).

COVID-19: 103 new cases today, 84 are non-Malaysians

The Ministry of Health has recorded 103 new cases today, which is a significant jump after two straight days of recording less than 20 new cases. This brings the total number of positive cases to 7,732.

Govt, industry target 20% cut in plastic use

The South Korean government announced Friday it will work with packaging and delivery sectors to cut 20 percent of their plastic use. The Ministry of Environment said that it has signed an agreement with the Korea Plastic Packaging Container Association, Baedal Minjok (Baemin), Korea Franchise Association and the Korea Zero Waste Movement Network to work together to reduce the amount of plastic used in food and beve...

Will give Rs 25 cr to Rlys: Vijay Rupani

The funds are being given to the Railways at a time when the ticket fare for the journey is being charged from the migrants itself.

Ramadan Rage: 2020 Logs 30% More Jihadist Attacks than 2019

Jihadis were more prolific during Ramadan this year despite the Chinese coronavirus pandemic and the associated lockdowns.

Minneapolis bus drivers are refusing to help police transport protesters to jail

As tensions between police and protesters in Minneapolis reached a boiling point following the death of George Floyd, the city's bus drivers have made it abundantly clear which side they're on. The driver's union, ATU Local 1005, issued a statement of solidarity on Thursday, with some of its drivers going as far as to refuse to use their buses to help law enforcement transport protesters to jail. "As a transit worker and union member, I refuse to transport my class and radical youth," one Minneapolis bus driver, Adam Burch, told the labor publication Payday. "An injury to one is an injury to all. The police murdered George Floyd and the protest against is completely justified and should continue until their demands are met." The union shared Burch's sentiment. "This system has failed all of us in the working class, from the coronavirus to the economic crisis we are facing," their statement read. "But the system has failed people of color and black Americans and black youth more than anyone else." The union added:…

Watch Live: George Floyd Protest in Washington, DC

Protesters plan to take to the streets in Washington, DC, on Friday to protest the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

NYC Transit

A train conductor sued the New York City Transit Authority and the supervisor she says sexually assaulted her at work while she was pregnant, in Kings County Court.

Opinion - The church’s role in the struggle against empire and globalisation

Globalisation is the process of life that gives rise to the reality and tangibility of our relatedness and interrelatedness with all that exists. This reality of our relatedness is contradicted by contemporary world capitalisation that is perpetuating inequalities among nations. The problem is that postmodern empire and globalisation do not only mean interconnectedness of the world, but it simultaneously contributes to and expands neoliberal capitalism.

Fired Samsung worker climbs down Seoul tower after year-long protest

Dismissed in 1995 for union activism, one man took on South Korea's most powerful conglomerate and has finally reached a settlement. For over 300 days, supporters passed the protester food and clothes using only a rope.

Nigeria: FG pushes conclusion of the electricity deal with Siemens

President Buhari has instructed commencement of the next phase of the Siemens contract to upgrade the dilapidated electricity supply industry in Nigeria.

“You Mexicans, get out” – Hammer-wielding Texas woman arrested after racist rant

A hammer-wielding Texas woman has been arrested after being filmed using a hammer to threaten a Latina doctor and her husband whom she mistakenly referred to being Mexican during a profanity-laced rant in Houston. 60-year-old Constance

California regulator approves PG&E's Chapter 11 reorganization plan

Power regulator California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved PG&E Corp's Chapter 11 reorganization plan, the San Francisco-based ...

Four closed Derbyshire railway stations could be set to reopen

They're on the Chesterfield to Sheffield line

NYC bans the word 'alien' in laws, documents, opts for 'noncitizen'

New York City became the first major city in the U.S. on Thursday after the NYC Council removed the terms “alien,” “illegal immigrant” and “illegal migrant” from local laws, rules and documents and instead will be replacing them with the term “non-citizen."

Covid-19: 169 new cases, four more deaths in Telangana

A total of 169 new coronavirus cases and four Covid-19 related fatalities were reported in Telangana on Friday.

Serious troubles for Godman web series

Hours after making private the trailer of web series Godman following protests from various quarters for demeaning Brahmins and their faith, the makers muted a few dialogues and re-released the trailer much to the agony of Hindus. Continue Reading →

Priest 'sacrifices' man to end coronavirus in Odisha

A 70-year-old priest was arrested for allegedly sacrificing a 52-year-old man inside a temple in Odisha's Cuttack district to appease the goddess and end

Get ready to Party in September

Director Venkat Prabhu's Party was supposed to hit the screens last year in April. However, due to financial issues, the makers couldn't release the film on time. Continue Reading →

Friday Briefing: Covid-19 and the trajectory of the Ramaphosa presidency

Affordable electricity is a right

In Telangana, free power has played an important role in mitigating farmer suicides and also contributed to State’s food security.

GloFo abandons China fab

Globalfoundries has filed papers to officially close its FD-SOI fab in Chengdu, China and lay off its 74 employees.

Life and death in lockdown: Pictures from around India

Restrictions confining people to their homes entered the 66 day on Friday as the number of coronavirus cases steadily increases.

Designer’s Plastic Shields For Eateries Could Be Future Of Dining Post-Pandemic

The plastic shields are called Plex’eat, and they resemble big clear lampshades suspended from the ceiling.

Govt lifts curbs on exports of paracetamol APIs with immediate effect

"The notification is further amended to remove the restriction on the export of paracetamol APIs, making it export 'free' with immediate effect," the statement read

Give us today our daily bread

People in Delhi come together to provide meals to hungry migrant workers and others

Film Schedule "in Flux" as San Fran Eyes Reopening After 'Tenet,' 'Mulan' Dates: Analyst

"Given the continued uncertainties around reopening timelines, capacity restrictions and moviegoer responses, we remain cautious on the pure-play exhibitors," says B. Riley FBR's Eric Wold.

Industry cries foul over Mahavitaran's new billing system

An industrial unit from Sangli whose consumption was 7595 units in March under new system received a bill for 37,650 units and got five times bill.

Man abandons wife after she gave birth to conjoined twins in Imo

A man named Anayochukwu Njoku abandoned his wife after he realised that she gave birth to conjoined twins. The wife delivered the babies on March 11, 2020.

COP26 climate talks in Glasgow to take place next year in Nov 2021, UN confirms

The development comes two days after the EU unveiled the EUR 750 billion green stimulus plan to shore up the sagging economy due to the pandemic while also making sure that the 27-nation trading bloc achieves climate neutrality by 2050.

Fire in Ahmedabad building; man jumps off 4th floor, dies

As many as 30 persons had to be rescued from Sakar-7 building, where a fire broke out in a wire duct on the ground floor, while many others managed to come out safely by themselves despite the presence of thick smoke, a fire brigade official said.

Octogenarian stays hungry with mentally-challanged son, daughter

At the twilight of age, when parents want their children would take care of them, an octogenarian person, here, was forced to shoulder the burden of his family members as his two children were insane. Nrusingha Charan Behera of Ekalapur village under Kansar BadadaunduaGP of Mahakalapada

Man and teenage boy found stabbed to death in UWS apartment building

The 36-year-old man and the boy were found repeatedly stabbed in the neck and chest in the Frederick Douglass Houses at around 8:40 p.m. Thursday.

Climate change forces Sami reindeer herders to adapt

Once, the lynx, wolverines and eagles that preyed on their animals were the main concern for reindeer herders as they moved them to find food in the winter.

Athletes, hockey players return to training at SAI

More sports News: Top track and field athletes and hockey players were back on the training ground at the Sports Authority of India, South Centre, here as the elite tra

New report finds schools are not high risk settings for transmission of Covid-19 - Talk of the Town

The possibility of schools re-opening has moved a step closer following a report from the Health Service Executive which found that they are not high risk settings for the transmission of Covid-19. The report published in a European journal on infectious disease surveillance concludes that the reopening of schools should be considered as an early...Read More→

RULAND, James George

Date of death: May 27th, 2020 Date of birth: August 31st, 1943​​​​​​​ Age: 76 Family Spouse: Dorothy Ruland (nee Stevenson)​​​​​​​ Children: Michael (Tracy), Susan Barnes (Paul) and James Jr​​​​​​​ Grandchildren: Natalie Barnes, and Dustin Ruland​​​​

Ken Talbot's widow seeks $45m in damages over will

Amanda Talbot, widow of the late Queensland mining magnate, is suing lawyers over the handling of his estate, claiming it has cost her "hundreds of millions of dollars".

From BJP to Gujjars to Sikhs, why has 'Paatal Lok' angered so many?

EXCLUSIVE: D.L. Hughley on Vlad Reversing His Stance on Reparations for Blacks

Part 3: DL Hughley: Families Live Paycheck to Paycheck, Corps Live Bail Out to Bail OutPart 1: DL Hughley: The Worst Virus is "Man" & the Worst...

C’garh appoints 361 new doctors

The Chhattisgarh government appointed 361 new doctors in government hospitals across the state on Thursday and said 200 more will follow. The newly appointed doctors will serve at Government Medical College Hospitals, District Hospitals, Civil Hospitals, Community Health Centres and Maternal-Child

4 positive cases in Mohali district, total goes up to 110

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Girish Dayalan confirmed the development and said that the health department teams are working on contact tracing of the new positive cases.

Political Biases in Academia

A list of mostly peer-reviewed articles and academic books and chapters addressing the problem of political bias in academia.

Efforts taken to ensure safety of Sabah people amid Covid-19 pandemic, not to curb freedom, says CM

KOTA KINABALU, May 29 — The various efforts taken by the state government to contain the Covid-19 pandemic in Sabah were not meant to limit the freedom of the people in celebrating any festivals, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal. Instead, he said, those measures were taken to...

Angus firefighters deal with garage blaze

Fire crews have been called to a domestic garage fire in an Angus village. The alarm was raised just after 11.15am on Friday at Station Road in Friockheim. Two appliances from Arbroath attended the incident and used two hose reel jets to deal with the incident. The cause of the fire is not known.  

The Ferguson Report: Hydroxymorons, and rugby scratches its tackle

A gullible dingtwerp has incorrectly blamed his gormless thugwittery upon the drug hydroxychloroquine, reports titan of titters Tim Ferguson

Mumbai Crime: Man stabs friend for not sharing beer

Man who stole thousands from Ballarat businesses is jailed

A 28-year-old father who stole thousands of dollars worth of items from Ballarat retail stores has been jailed for his "premeditated and persistent" crime spr...

Trump ‘terminating’ relationship with World Health Organization

In the news conference, Trump also said the U.S. would sanction Chinese officials responsible for the eroding autonomy of Hong Kong.

Girl (5) rescued after lilo drifted to sea in ‘good health’

Shannon Rescue 115 helicopter called to scene on Thursday afternoon

From the Cabinet chambers

Government has resolved to allocate N$500 000 from the National Emergency Disaster Fund to assist with the purchase of construction material for the shelter of the San community in Kavango West. 

WHO Foundation launched to support critical health needs

Geneva : The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the creation of the WHO Foundation, an independent grant-making entity that will support the organization's efforts to address the most pressing global health challenges.WHO Director-General

Biden Claims Charlamagne 'Baited' Him Into Making Controversial Comments

Former Vice President Joe Biden shifted the blame for his

Back off, Trump. Germany wants to Make Europe Strong Again

Berlin’s EU presidency motto has echoes of MAGA.

Footage shows moment Irish seals face off with hungry seagulls over fish in Co Louth

The seagulls flapped their wings at the seals to make them drop their catch

Chevron's Gorgon project could face regulatory action on emissions after ministerial decision

Chevron's efforts to meet CO2 emissions targets and environmental conditions for its Gorgon LNG plant were dealt a massive blow late on Friday.

Governor Waiguru, PS Kibicho Fight Over Recognition for County Projects [VIDEO]

PS Kibicho burst out into laughter after being sent to return Waiguru's dowry by...

Judge Asked to Halt Salmon Fishing in Alaska

(CN) — A Seattle judge should shut down a southeast Alaska Chinook salmon fishery on July 1, attorneys argued Thursday,

Hyderabad steps up efforts to keep cops safe

After a few of its personnel tested positive for Covid-19, the Hyderabad City Police is intensifying its efforts to keep its men,

Honolulu wins $6M in federal funding for six zero-emission buses | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The City and County of Honolulu is set to receive nearly $6 million in new federal funding to acquire six, zero-emission buses as well as needed on-road charging facilities, according to U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz.

54 Kavango West schools to get water tanks

NKURENKURU – The ministry of education is currently working around the clock to install water tanks at some 54 schools in the Kavango West region. Most of the schools are located in remote areas where there is a huge backlog in the provision of potable water. 

Vestager says she is not placing extra hurdles in way of Lufthansa bailout

BRUSSELS — EU antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager on Friday denied that she is placing additional hurdles in the way of Lufthansa’s $10 billion government rescue, which has been held up by her demand for the stricken airline to give up airport slots.

COVID-19: Dutch ban transport of mink after farm workers infected

THE HAGUE: Dutch authorities on Thursday (May 28) announced a nationwide ban on the transport of mink after mink farm workers were believed to ...

HISTORY: Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia, for almost 1,000 years was the largest Greek Orthodox Christian church in the world. Unfortunately nothing remains of the original Hagia Sophia,

Coronavirus in Thane: List of COVID-19 containment zones in Thane city, Kalwa, Diva and Mumbra issued by TMC as of May 29

Two corporators from the Thane Municipal Corporation were among 393 persons who tested positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra's Thane district.

5G arson: Extra security at transmission masts after 29 fires

Radio mast companies and telecom providers in the Netherlands are hiring extra security to guard against arsonists targeting their transmission masts. After two cell towers in Roermond and Roosendaal

Returnee narrates ordeal on train & at city quarantine centre

Sumit Paul came back from Haryana on May 27 and was sent to a quarantine centre managed by the state government in Polo.The 23-year-old student was among the passengers who were on the train that was attacked in Bihar's Danapur.After a harrowing jour

DPO, policemen face disciplinary action for assaulting medical doctor

The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Okada and some of his men are facing disciplinary action for assaulting and detaining a member of staff

Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows

Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows:

Opinion - Land expropriation without compensation in Namibia

Namibia is one of the world’s most unequal countries in terms of the redistribution of the economy, key of which is the disproportionately skewed distribution of land – the master means of production, despite the geographically abundant land surface area (825 000 m2 ), which is twice the size of Germany. 

Rising waters close launches

Rising lake levels have forced the closure of all boat launches at the north end of Kalamalka Lake.

NCU alumni federation mediathon raises over US$300,000

NCU Alumni Federation, the international alumni arm of Northern Caribbean University, has confirmed that more than US$300,000 and $3.6 million in pledges and donations were reported immediately after the end of the six-hour-long mediathon held on...

EXCLUSIVE: Willie D: Cops Like Derek Chauvin Are the Boogyman, Not George Floyd

Follow Willie D on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RelentlessMV

Fearful Great Danes provide new insights to genetic causes of fear

Professor Hannes Lohi's research group at the University of Helsinki has identified a new genomic region and anxiety-related candidate genes associated with fearfulness in dogs. Findings support their hypothesis that fearfulness and anxiety are hereditary traits in dogs, and there may be shared factors underlying anxiety in both humans and dogs.

Deputies witness man steal vehicle after giving him verbal warning

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office said they saw a man stealing a car from a parking lot after receiving a trespass warning.

Court Jails Man For $240,000 Romance Scam

The convict, who defrauded his victim, Chantai Meadery in February 2018 through a dating scam, with a promise of "building a future together" in Switzerland, was arraigned by the Port Harcourt Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on July 23, 2019 on a 4-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and money laundering.

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: COVID-19 suffocates workers' ability to save for retirement

Not surprisingly, the coronavirus is suffocating many Americans’ ability to save for retirement, as millions are tapping their nest eggs to offset lost income and also contributing less to their 401(k)s or IRAs. More than 27% of those working or recently unemployed already have taken withdrawals from their retirement accounts. And atop the 25% of households who hadn’t been contributing before the pandemic, 18% now are contributing less. That’s according to a mid-May online survey of 1,326 U.S. adults conducted by YouGov for Bankrate.com. “The runaway culprit is loss of income, cited nearly twice as often as the next most common reason of keeping more cash on hand,” said Greg McBride, Bankrate chief financial

Coronavirus: Sindh says SOPs for public transport, ride-hailing apps ready

Sindh Transport Minister Awais Shah said final decision to be taken in meeting of task force on coronavirus

A community's fecal matter could give early warning of COVID-19 outbreaks, study finds

By studying sewage at a New Haven wastewater treatment facility, a team of Yale researchers has determined that genetic code embedded in feces could be used as an early warning sign of COVID-19 outbreaks.

Domestic helper held for killing Saudi employer

Killer inflicted 9 stab wounds on victim who was in her 60s

Ohio kayakers discover deer swimming in Lake Erie

A kyaker in Ohio was recording his time out on Lake Erie when he discovered a deer swimming about two miles away from him.

Julianne Hough & Brooks Laich Confirm Separation After 3 Years Of Marriage: See Statement

Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich have split. They revealed the news in a joint statement on May 29.

3 shot, including teen boy, outside home in Newark

Police are investigating a shooting that left three people hurt in Newark.

Former MVP Enchong Dee, Lady Spikers lead La Salle fund drive

Past and present La Salle athletes team up to help vulnerable communities amid the pandemic

TikTok app needs to be regulated: Orissa HC

The Orissa High Court has said that the popular TikTok mobile app needs to be properly regulated as it often demonstrates a degrading culture and encourages pornography.

Speeding driver tests positive for cocaine as Kildare Gardaí step up checkpoints and patrols for bank holiday weekend

Naas Roads Policing Unit detected a car travelling at 117km/h in an 80km/hr zone. The driver then tested positive for cocaine and was arrested. The vehicle was seized for have no insurance or tax. Cou...

Blast furnace workers produce hot metal amid pandemic

Even in the difficult times of the Covid-19 epidemic, there has been no let down in the spirit & enthusiasm of BSL blast furnace personnel. This team, which plays an important role in making hot metal in the steel production process is still playing crucial role in production by taking care of

Realty Antitrust

The PLS.com filed a federal antitrust complaint against The National Association of Realtors, the California Regional Multiple Listing Service et al., claiming they effectively monopolize MLS listings.

Tensions high at Black Lives Matter protest in Fontana as rocks and bottles thrown

Rocks and bottles were thrown at a Black Lives Matter protest in Fontana.

Lessons from the pandemic crisis

The failur­e of an effect­ive leader­ship at the global level to deal with the pandem­ic is a major lesson one can learn

Arrest made after California homeless fed poisoned food

One person was arrested after eight homeless people were given poisoned food that sent several to the hospital, Southern California authorities said Friday.

Chinese Tian’he carrying Pakistani flag returns from its space journey

The Embassy of Pakistan in China had handed over the national flag of Pakistan for the space voyage to CMSA in Beijing on 11 February 2020, read the official statement

Will you be the first Dh50m Emirates Loto winner?

Next draw scheduled for 9pm tomorrow

Court finds former Kasarani MP John Chege guilty

He has been fined Sh1.3 million

Pandemic puts 86m children at risk of poverty: study

Save the Children and Unicef say nearly two-thirds of affected children live in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia

Gujarat: Infant twins recover from COVID-19 in Mehsana

Twin brother and sister from Mehsana district of Gujarat, who had tested positive for COVID-19 within few days of birth, have recovered from the deadly infection, an official said on Friday. The

Advantech obtains rush orders for medical equipment

Advantech has recently received strong rush orders for computing devices used in medical equipment from China and the US in the wake of coronavirus pandemic, according to company chairman KC Liu.

Opinion - Swapo at 60: Is the influence of Western Herero’s waning

[Swapo Party’s birthday] is a momentous [occasion] …and calls for a retrospection in order for it to continue to provide shelter and comfort to the sons and daughters of our country and continue to bear the fruits of economic emancipation of our country. (Dr HG Geingob, 2020, edited) 

Gaffe: Red faces in MHA as whiskey photo uploaded on it's official Facebook page

The other photographs showed NDRF men in orange gear removing an uprooted tree in Deulpur area of Howrah.

Government removes restrictions on the export of paracetamol APIs

Government has removed restrictions on the export of paracetamol active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) almost three months after the curbs were put in place due to shortage of supply from China...

The German Court’s Unexpected Blow to the ECB

A high German court recently ruled that the European Central Bank has overstepped the bounds of its power. The angry response from high-ranking European bureaucrats tells us a lot about what they want for the EU

Arkansas Boy, 9, Dies In A Suspected Dog Attack, Sheriff’s Office Investigating

A 9-year-old boy from Faulkner County, Arkansas, has died from a suspected dog attack on Thursday morning, according to a press release issued by the Faulkner County Sheriff’s office. The ...

Ethiopia advises Dutch investors to diversify investments

During the webnar held on Thursday Million Samuel Ambassador of Ethiopia to the Netherlands advised Dutch Companies not to be limited in floriculture / horticulture and explore new areas of cooperation in agriculture, manufacturing, energy, ICT and service sectors as well. The Netherlands, with over 150 investments in Ethiopia, is the largest investor from European countries and accounted for the 5.23 percent of Ethiopia’s export, making it the 6th largest export destination of Ethiopian goods.

Soon to come, the ultimate Covid-19 blame game: The Leader or the Collective?

It is very likely that the pandemic we are living through, and the way the government is dealing with it, will result in a massive blame-game in the coming months. 

House Democrats launch inquiry into Medicare stimulus payouts

House Democrats launch inquiry into Medicare stimulus payouts

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah To Mark 3000 Episodes With ‘Dhamakedar’ Celebration, Confirms Raj Anadkat

Even in lockdown, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been in the news regularly. The audience’s favourite show has entertained them for over a decade now. Bringing in a piece of happy news, the D

UK weather: Dry and warm with temperatures reaching 28C

Most areas dry and warm with plenty of sunshine and light winds. A little cooler along southern and eastern coasts with an onshore breeze. Cloudy across the Northern Isles and a risk of showers in the Scottish mountains. Breezy in the far South West. Highest temperature of 28C (82F) towards Moray Firth.

73-year-old man found dead in shed at home in Ehime Pref

Police are investigating the death of a 73-year-old man whose body was found in a shed at his residence in Imabari, Ehime Prefecture. According to police, the body of Matsumi Yoshii was found by his son just before 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sankei Shimbun reported. He was lying on the…

Twitter, Reddit Challenge US Rules Forcing Visa Applicants To Disclose Their Social Media Handles

Twitter and Reddit have filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit challenging a U.S. government rule change compelling visa applicants to disclose their social media handles. From a report: The lawsuit, brought by the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University, the Brennan Center f...

Man charged with providing carpooling services during circuit breaker

A 53-year-old man was charged in court yesterday with providing carpooling services during the circuit breaker period. Ng Chiang Huat, a Singapore permanent resident, was slapped with three charges. On April 23, Ng allegedly left home without a reasonable excuse...

2 floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed after official tests positive for COVID-19: Sources

The director-level officer who attended work on May 28 was found positive for the infection along with his family members, they said.

Moses Kuria's interesting message to Junet over Aisha Jumwa ouster

Please consult Otiende Amollo with a pencil and a notebook – Kuria

Justice Minister: Court sessions will be partially resumed Saturday

In statements to MENA chief editor, he added that this measure will continue for two weeks ahead of resuming all court sessions nationwide.

Additional metro trains to be operated to reduce rail overcrowding: Transport Ministry

The last train will take off from the third line's El Shams Club metro station at 7:15 p.m and from the second line's Ataba station at 7:45 p.m, the ministry said.

OKC business owner arrested with illegal pot plants after fatal shooting

An Oklahoma City business owner was arrested on a complaint of illegal possession of $1.5 million worth of marijuana after police responded to a fatal shooting. According to authorities, police responded to a shooting at a business in the 1800 block of 22nd street where business owner Larue Bratcher shot Daniel Hardwick while the latter allegedly attempted to break into the business at 1:15 a.m. Thursday. Police later found 480 marijuana plants grown by Bratcher without proper license, according to authorities. Bratcher was booked into the Oklahoma County jail on a complaint of illegal cultivation of marijuana. The Oklahoma County District Attorney’s Office will decide if Bratcher will be charged with homicide,

After Facing Uproar, TTD Decides Not To Sell Or Auction Any Property

Facing a backlash for their recent decision to auction some properties in Tamil Nadu, authorities of the Sri Venkateswara temple on Thursday (28 May) decided not to dispose of any property.

53yo Physically Fit Man Falls Unconscious & Passes Away While Cycling With Friend

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California elected officials face no pay cuts despite economic turmoil brought by coronavirus pandemic

Despite millions of people continuing to face unemployment, garnished wages, or pay cuts, elected officials in California can consider their salaries safe from reductions during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Joe Biden Doesn't Like Trump's Twitter Order, But Still Wants To Revoke Section 230

Former Vice President Joe Biden still wants to repeal the pivotal internet law that provides social media companies like Facebook and Twitter with broad legal immunity over content posted by their users, a campaign spokesperson told The Verge. Still, the campaign emphasized key disagreements with th...

Low Vaccination Rates Fueled NYC’s Last Measles Outbreak

Pediatric under vaccinations can lead to disease outbreaks in 2021

Costa Rican finance minister steps down amid government shakeup

SAN JOSE – Costa Rican Finance Minister Rodrigo Chaves stepped down on Thursday as part of a significant shakeup to President Carlos Alvarado’s Cabinet midway through his term.

JEE, NEET admit card 15 days before tests

The admit card for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2020 and National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG-2020 will be released 15 days before the tests. An official notice was released by National Testing Agency (NTA). After a long wait of two months, the final dates of Joint

Malaysia-Turkey to collaborate to develop Covid-19 vaccine, says PM Muhyiddin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 ― Malaysia is prepared to collaborate with Turkey to develop Covid-19 vaccine and related medicines, Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said. Muhyiddin said he and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had also agreed to fully utilise the strength of the two countries...

ICMR-NIN to conduct rapid Covid survey in Hyderabad

The National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) will conduct a rapid survey

Russia slams 'dangerous' US foreign policy moves

Russia said on Thursday the United States was acting in a dngerous and unpredictable way, after Washington withdrew from a key military treaty and ...

CBI files preliminary enquiry against Tablighi Jamaat over FCRA violations

The action by the CBI comes a day after the Crime Branch of the Delhi Police filed 12 fresh chargesheets naming 541 foreign nationals in connection with the Tablighi Jamaat case

First Latina US senator withdraws name from Biden's running mate list

LOS ANGELES, May 29 — Democrat Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada, the first Latina elected to the US Senate, said yesterday she is not interested in being Joe Biden's running mate in November's presidential election. “I support Joe Biden 100 per cent and will work tirelessly to help get him...

Ismail Sabri tells jobseekers, students to arrange interviews with employers, universities online during CMCO

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaacob for the umpteenth time reiterated that interstate travel is not allowed without approval from the authorities during the conditional movement control order (CMCO). Ismail Sabri said that students or jobseekers who have to...

K'taka govt notifies ordinance, BDA to legalise unauthorised constructions in Bengaluru

The BDA will levy a penal fee in return for regularisation. These are plots either owned by residents themselves or bought from someone after the BDA notified them for acquisition during the formation of layouts.

Faster Malaysia-Singapore entry permit vetting during MCO with myPASS

JOHOR BARU, May 29 — The Malaysian Entry Permit Application System (myPASS), a new dedicated web-based application system, is expected to deliver faster and easier processing of entry permit applications by eligible travellers from Singapore to Malaysia during the movement control order (MCO). In...

Coronavirus: 103yo US woman celebrates with a beer after beating COVID-19

Jennie Stejna defied the odds and celebrated in style.

Weekend in Latvia expected summer-like warm

At the end of the week, weather in Latvia will be dictated by the south-eastern portion of an anticyclone, making the sky clear in most of the country. Wind speed will be slow and will draw in from the north and north-west. At times wind speed will reach a speed of 15-18 m/sec. Air temperature will reach +15° C… +20° C.

Police K9 Apprehends Attempted Murder Suspect

On Wednesday, May 27, 2020, a stabbing occurred in the 200 block of South Milpas Street, in Santa Barbara.

Sharma takes oath as Chairman JKPSC

Sharma takes oath as Chairman JKPSC JAMMU, MAY 28: Lieutenant Governor, Girish Chandra Murmu today administered oath to the newly appointed Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission, Sh. B.R. Sharma at the Raj Bhavan. Sh. Sharma, a retired IAS Officer, has served as the Chairman, Staff Selection Commission (SSC) before the present […]

Road closed in Sohra due to landslide

 SHILLONG: The Executive Engineer, PWD (Roads), Sohra Division, Sohra, has ordered temporary closure of Mawkdok Khadarshnong Road for all types of heavy and medium vehicles. “Only light motor vehicles (LMV) are allowed to ply after temporary res

Master of cargo ship charged over Australia container spill

The ship master of a Singapore-registered vessel that spilled some of its cargo off the Australian east coast has been charged with damage of the marine environment and pollution.

Pregnant woman loses baby as Mangalore apartment denies her entry upon arrival from Dubai

A pregnant woman who arrived in Mangalore on a Vande Bharat flight was allegedly denied entry into her apartment by the residents’ association. She later lost the baby after failing to get help from hospitals or her locality.

Playing to an empty room: Paris orchestra plays Strauss in COVID-19 era

PARIS (Reuters) - Renaud Capuçon, a French concert violinist accustomed to playing to rooms of 2,000 people and more, performed on Thursday evening to an empty auditorium, but he said the experience was none the worse for it.

Jim Acosta Once Again Has Dumb Question at White House Briefing... then Kayleigh McEnany Responds

During the White House briefing Thursday afternoon, CNN's Jim Acosta

Terengganu now a green zone after final Covid-19 patient discharged

KUALA TERENGGANU, May 29 — Terengganu is now free of Covid-19 and has been categorised as green zone, said state Health Director Dr Nor Azimi Yunus. He said this follows current developments of Covid-19 in the state, with the last positive patient discharged from hospital on Wednesday. He added...

90-year-old grandma tries to defuse tense confrontation between police and her grandson

When police stopped a Texas man for an alleged traffic violation, the confrontation turned tense, videos of the incident show. What happened next left a family shaken, a young man on the ground and his grandma attempting to intervene in the tense confrontation that followed.

White House: Twitter Says Post on Minneapolis Riots Didn't Break Any Rules

Twitter appeared to inadvertently admit that one of President Donald Trump's tweets, now censored by the platform, did not in fact violate the site's rules.

Four die in Niger road crashes - The Nation Nigeria

The Niger state Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has disclosed that four people died in five road traffic crashes

This is what the plan was, spread coronavirus in the whole world: Harbhajan Singh lashes out at China

Veteran India spinner Harbhajan Singh lashed out at China for spreading coronavirus in the world and called them power hungry in his latest social media post.

13 cities including Hyderabad makes 70 per cent coronavirus cases in India

As many as 13 cities including Hyderabad has made 70 per cent of coronavirus cases in the country. Cities like Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Thane, Pune, Ahmedabad, Indore, Jaipur, Jodhpur,...

An overzealous attack on renewables

It is unlike­ly that Moore will come out and apolog­ise for his new docume­ntary or take it out of circul­ation

4 ‘Reds’ get tired of armed struggle, surrender in Ecija

CABANATUAN CITY -- After getting tired of the armed struggle, four alleged active members of the communist New People's Army rebels gave themselves up to authorities in separate areas in Nueva Ecija on Wednesday.

Quarantined migrants transform face of schools in Bihar

Returning migrant workers have transformed the face of many government schools in Bihar which once appeared abandoned, ignored and ugly.

Man struck and killed trying to rescue turtle on interstate

RACINE, Wis. — A tow truck driver attempting to rescue a turtle Friday on an interstate highway in southeastern Wisconsin was struck and killed by a semi-trailer driver who then fled the scene, authorities said.

THP identifies suspects involved in chase

The Tennessee Highway Patrol has identified two suspects involved in a pursuit in Knox County Thursday, May 21.

Andrew Hume announced as new Acting CEO of ECMS

Early Childhood Management Services (ECMS) a Victorian based not for profit early childhood education and care (ECEC) provider has confirmed the appointment of Andrew Hume as their new Acting Chief Executive Officer effective 9 June 2020.

Despite earlier memo, Angelicum school in Iloilo clarifies it won’t close

This comes after Angelicum School Iloilo's director, Rev. Fr. Maximo Gatela, announces the cessation of operations effective July 31 due to the difficult implications brought about by the coronavirus pandemic

Uncertainty Looms Over Bonalu Festival In Hyderabad

Even as the government is yet to take a decision on organising the Bonalu festival, the process has already begun in the city with temple authorities forming committees for the State festival in June-July.

Governor Yahaya Bello: An Emerging Political Phenomenon in Nigeria? By Abdullahi Haruna Haruspice - Premium Times Nigeria

I have a gut feeling coupled with my background as a student of political happenings that something significant is coming the way of the Governor going by the way he has been building bridges.

Women being 'strangled, raped, beaten' as calls to domestic abuse helpline surge

CALLS TO domestic abuse helplines have skyrocketed since Ireland went into lockdown, a disturbing report from charity Women's Aid has revealed. New figures released from the organisation today has shown a 40% increase in women calling the charity to seek help from abusive partners, with the charity receiving over 4,000 calls to its 24-hour helpline since late March. Visits to the Women's Aid website has also increased by a concerning 74% when compared to the same time last year. The report says that women have called the helpline disclosing that they have been trapped, strangled, beaten and raped by abusive partners during the Covid-19 crisis, with no escape or safe space due to the lockdown. Women's Aid CEO Sarah Benson said that the safety of remaining at home has been a reiterated by the Government throughout the crisis-- "however, this crisis has also focused minds on homes that are not safe at all". Advertisement “We have spoken to women who have been attacked with weapons and fists, who are being verbally…

T&T Pro League anxiously awaits government go-ahead for resumption - Baptiste

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Trinidad and Tobago Pro League has revealed its players are eager to get back out on the pitch but paying close attention to the country’s re-opening guidelines. W...

Cotton, Blackburn Plan Ends China-to-U.S. Student Visa Pipeline

Legislation filed by Senators Tom Cotton and Marsha Blackburn would end China's pipeline of foreign students to take American STEM jobs.

Arjun Rampal meets daughters Mahikaa and Myra, Gabriella Demetriades is all hearts for their special reunion

Arjun Rampal recently met his daughters Mahikaa and Myra in Mumbai. Sharing a picture of their special moment he captioned it as, “Finally time with m

What?! MSNBC Anchor Says Minneapolis Riot Is 'Not Generally Unruly’... As a Building Burns Behind Him

What is going on at NBC? I mean, seriously, in

19K OFWs in quarantine facilities sent home

LABOR Secretary Silvestre Bello III has reiterated the labor department’s commitment to safely bring home overseas Filipino workers who were virtually locked up in various quarantine facilities amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Work from home set to become new norm for BPO sector

WESTERN BUREAU: Some of the leading developers of space in western Jamaica are now taking a wait-and-see attitude towards the COVID-19 sparked work-from-home (WFH) arrangement, which some outsourcing firms are expressing an interest in expanding....

Visitors to scan QR code to enter court buildings in Malaysia beginning June 1

PUTRAJAYA, May 29 — The Chief Registrar Office of the Federal Court (PKPMP) will introduce QR code system to record visitors entering the court premises nationwide starting this Monday (June 1). According to a media statement issued by the PKPMP today, the tracking system was part of efforts of...

Libraries to re-open, 'sneeze guards' at Bellingen council

Customer point of service 'sneeze guards' at service counters will be in place.

Women spending 1/6th of their day on social media

Nearly 54 percent of women picked Facebook, followed by 34 percent who said that their platform of choice was Instagram.

KSU plea for waiving fees in private schools

SHILLONG: In the light of the acute economic hardship faced by the people of the state due to the indefinite lockdown, the Education Cell of the Khasi Students’ Union has stepped in to take up the cause of the teachers and the students of private sch

Token distribution for free essentials at ration shops starts in TN

The Tamilnadu government, which has decided to distribute essentials free of cost to family card holders for the month of June too in view of the ongoing Covid-19 induced lockdown, started distributing tokens at doorstep of consumers from today. This will go on till 31 May. Continue Reading →

Children's home backed for approval despite residents' concern

Plans to allow a former activity centre to be converted into a children’s home have been strongly criticised by residents.

EXCLUSIVE 'He was the only one not wearing protection': Professor Green angers passengers by 'refusing' to wear a mask on flight from Amsterdam to London with his girlfriend

Professor Green angered passengers on a flight from Amsterdam to London by refusing to wear a protective face mask.

Bole District: Hot rush for Brazilian grown mango that cure sicknesses

The Bole District Chief Farmer Alhaji Abdulai Allahkabo has grown a mango variety called “Pama” on his farm at Bole and there is a rush for the mango he is currently harvesting with people from all walks of life who heard of the mango moving to Bole to buy the mango, said to be medicinal.

Coronavirus: 6 More Deaths Reported, 39 Cases

6 more people with Coronavirus have died in the Republic.

Comment: Cooper’s ‘damsel in distress’ act has sorry history

The claim that white women needed protection has been used to justify lynchings and bigoted laws.

Apathy to farmers: AIKSSS sends memo to PM

The All India Kissan Sangharsa Samanway Samiti (AIKSSS),Odisha unit, sent a memorandum to the Prime Minister of India on continued neglect to farmers’ problems and expressing dissatisfaction over the relief packages by the Government. The Samiti demanded ‘Sampoorna Karjamukti’ (full

Wedding organisers violate state of emergency

Omusati regional police commander Commissioner Titus Shikongo is concerned some residents of the region are not adhering to state of emergency measures and regulations, specifically regarding the mass gathering and social distancing that help to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Watch: Leopard spotted on Hyderabad Agri varsity campus

A leopard was spotted on the PJTS Agricultural University campus on Thursday night following which Forest officials and the police have asked those staying nearby to be alert.

MPIC aid to help fight Covid-19 hits P348 Million

Infra conglomerate shows compassion via “Tulong-Kapatid”  Makati, Philippines, 26th May 2020 - Donations of key anti-Covid 19 goods and initiatives, namely, food, water, medicines and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) and its subsidiaries, reached P348 million this week. 

Coronavirus: Government urged to roll out ICT programmes to address job losses

Youth Rise International, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on poverty eradication through education and decent work has called on the Government to as a matter of urgency roll out a national ICT for Work programme for the youth.

Paul Ngei’s Daughters Seek To Block Adopted Brother From Being Beneficiary To Estate

Late veteran Paul Ngei's daughters have sought to have his adopted son blocked from being included as a beneficiary to his estate.According to the Standard, one of the daughters, Elizabeth Nduku M

Minor boy drowns into Kangan rivulet

A three-year-old boy drowned after slipping into a nallah at Naranag village of Kangan here area on Thursday. Soon after the incident, a rescue operation

Adani Power’s subsidiary signs PPA with MMPCL

Adani Power's wholly owned subsidiary Pench Thermal Energy (MP) has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company Limited (MPPMCL).Pench Thermal, formerly kn

Chamisa replaces Mwonzora, Komichi

OPPOSITION MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa yesterday made several changes within his executive and replaced Douglas Mwonzora, Morgen Komichi and Elias Mudzur...

IIT BBS serves stranded migrants

The IIT Bhubaneswar upon the initiative of Director, IIT Bhubaneswar Prof RV Raja Kumar, served 1,008 packets of cooked and packed food to stranded migrant workers. Besides, water bottles were provided by the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA)of the Ministry of HRD. This apart, 2022 migrant workers

Public Prosecutor files appeal against Joaquim Forn’s work release

The Prosecutor’s Office claims Forn has effectively been granted level 3 status “on the sly” and that the Catalan leader hasn’t learnt to “respect the law”

Prince Carl Philip of Sweden dons his naval uniform to mark the country's Veterans Day by laying a wreath at Stockholm's Maritime Museum

Prince Carl Philip, 41, a former Major in the Swedish Navy looked sombre as saluted in front of the flag before laying down a wreath in front of the Maritime Museum in Stockholm.

Hundreds of demonstrators 'seek justice' after death of George Floyd

A group of protesters made WVLT News aware that they would be gathering outside of the Knoxville Police Department Friday evening to 'demand justice for George Floyd, a black man who died at the hands of a now ex Minneapolis police officer.

Case of the missing car

Dangi, from Pune, had secured a cloud computing job at a reputed MNC in Bengaluru. She was supposed to join on the third week of March and had planned to shift all her belongings, including her black sedan, through Allied Movers and Packers, a Haryana-based company.

Andhra govt releases funds to Zilla Parishad School in Nidamanuru of Krishna district

The government of Andhra Pradesh headed by chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has reportedly sanctioned Rs. 93,46,782 / - for the development of the Zilla Parishad School in Nidamanuru village of...

States Are Reopening, But Many Americans Say They Aren’t Rushing Back To Normal Life

Welcome to Pollapalooza, our weekly polling roundup. Poll(s) of the week Almost all states have now begun phased reopenings after shutting down nonessential bus…

Elmgreen and Dragset play a game of tennis inside Berlin’s König Gallery

A sporting dreamscape

Three on the market: in Clontarf, Dublin 3

A choice of three impressive properties currently on the market in popular Clontarf.

UN delays crucial climate summit for a year

The coronavirus pandemic has prompted the United Nations to delay until late 2021 a crucial climate summit.

Short-term rentals, cool centers reopening

INLAND EMPIRE – (INT) – With thoughts of summer vacation, Riverside County is easing restrictions on short-term rentals. Homeowners who rent single occupancy residences for short-term stays may resume operations in Riverside County. Operators should implement safety precautions and disinfectant protocols outlined in the local guidance developed by the Riverside County Economic Recovery Task Force. This directive does not include hotels, motels and inns, which the State of California has prohibited as part of the statewide stay-at-home order. However, in alignment with other Southern Californian counties, short-term vacation rentals at single occupancy homes may resume. The Riverside County guidance includes the following: • Rentals allowed in private homes where the guest rents the entire home and does not share any common areas with others. Home-sharing is not allowed. • No events or group gatherings are permitted until approved by the State of California. Only guests registered for the home should be on premise.…

FACT CHECK | False claim that PM Modi was appointed the ‘chairman’ of WHO - a position that does not exist

A message widely circulating on social media claims that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been appointed as the chairman of the World Health Organization (WHO). The tweet below

Boys End Up in Hospital After Trying to Gain Superpowers From a Black Widow Bite

Three boys from Bolivia let a black widow spider bite them in the hopes of gaining Spider-Man's powers, but they ended up in hospital instead.

SUNY appoints Purchase College's first Hispanic president

Trustees of the nation’s largest university system on Friday appointed the first Hispanic, female president to lead one of its top-rated colleges.

NPF gets one more cabinet berth in Manipur

Fulfilling the long pending demand of the Naga People’s Front (NPF), one of the two major partners of the N Biren Singh’s BJP led coalition government, its (NPF) state unit president Awangbow Newmai was on Friday inducted as cabinet minister.

PHOTOS: Protesters rally in downtown Phoenix amid George Floyd's and Dion Johnson's death

The protest for the death of George Floyd began on Thursday at 7 p.m. and lasted into the early hours of Friday morning. On Friday evening, a vigil for Dion Johnson, a 28-year-old man who was shot an killed by DPS troopers Monday, led to a march and rally at Phoenix police headquarters.

MBBS fee hike in Punjab: ‘It seems govt wants to make studying medicine unaffordable for the poor’

The critics also lashed out at the decision to increase the fee at a time when doctors are at the frontline fighting the Covid-19 pandemic, calling the move "shameful".

George Floyd: fires erupt in Minneapolis as protests sweep across US – video

Demonstrators across US take to the streets after George Floyd’s killing after being arrested by Minneapolis police 

Snake interrupts New Mexico elementary school Zoom lesson

A New Mexico elementary school teacher on Zoom with students had a lesson interrupted thanks to an uninvited guest: a bullsnake.

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Pankaj Vatsal nominated in IIAB Mgmt panel Media Incharge of Birsa agricultural University (BAU) and social activist Pankaj Vatsal has been nominated as a member of 7-member institute management committee (IMC) of Indian Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology, IIAB (deemed university), Ranchi by

$120,000 from council to help restrengthening of Sacred Heart Cathedral

News from Wellington City Council Wellington’s Mayor and Councillors voted unanimously this week to contribute an urgent $120,000 grant towards the strengthening of the Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral in Hill Street, Thorndon.

Over 1,200 Coronavirus Deaths In US In Last 24 Hours: Report

The United States recorded 1,297 coronavirus deaths on Thursday, bringing its total to 101,573 since the global pandemic began, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University.

Stalin urges Chief Minister to take action on petitions

DMK president M.K. Stalin on Friday urged Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami to take action on the representations submitted by people through the DMK’s Ondrinaivom Vaa programme.In a tweet, Mr. S

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 ...

New director for Arizona Department of Economic Security

The Arizona Department of Economic Security has a new director.

PLO affirms abolition of all agreements with Israel, US

Ramallah : The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) has affirmed the abolition of all agreements and understandings reached with the US and Israel due to the latter's planned annexation of occupied Palestinian territory.While celebrating the 56th

AFCON Qualifiers: CAF to hold talks with NFF, others

The President of CAF, Ahmad Ahmad, has said he will consult with member bodies, including NFF, on how best to go about the suspended 2021 AFCON.

Off-road bike seized as youths cause nuisance on Shrewsbury playing field

A dirt bike has been seized after complaints of regular anti-social behaviour in Shrewsbury.

Villa Marie Hyderabad conducts Webinar

The Villa Marie Degree College for Women, Somajiguda, Hyderabad, hosted International Webinar on new horizons in physical education and science on Friday.

Cultural institutes shut down again as COVID-19 resurgence seen in Seoul metropolitan area

The three venues of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA) in Seoul, Gwacheon and Deoksugung will temporarily close for next two weeks starting Saturday, reflecting the government’s strict social distancing measures in Seoul, Incheon and Gyeonggi Province, MMCA announced on Thursday. MMCA Cheongju in North Chungcheong Province, however, will remain open for now. The announcement cam...

Ethiopia recommences repatriating citizens from Middle East

Using social media, Ethiopians in the Middle East have been urging their government to rescue them indicating that the outbreak of COVID-19 has made their lives which was in bad condition even worse. In response to the call the national ministerial committee against the spread of COVID-19 in Ethiopia today said it has finalized preparations to resume its repatriation operation, which was suspended after the outbreak of the global pandemic. Coordinator of the National ministerial committee against COVID-19 and Minister of Peace Muferiat Kamil told the state broadcaster ETV that Ethiopia has started repatriating its citizens from Lebanon today May 28, 2020. “…From Beirut a total of 669 people are expected to return home. Today 336 people will arrive. On Saturday the remaining will come,” she said.

15 bikers arrested over illegal race along Marina South Drive

The police have arrested 15 motorcyclists over their alleged involvement in dangerous riding and illegal racing. On Monday, the police were alerted to an illegal race believed to have taken place along Marina South Drive around 1.25am the previous day. The 15 men,...

Report: Karl Rove Spotted at Trump White House, Again

Karl Rove has again been spotted at the White House after reports circulated that he is advising Trump's 2020 reelection campaign. 

Lagos BRT increases fares by 50%

Samson Folarin Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Primero Transport Services Limited, operators of the Bus Rapid Transport, have said fares will increase by about 50 per cent. The compan...

WCDSB decides not to fly any flag for Pride Month

This is after WCDSB's decision to create their own rendition of the pride flag started a debate amongst community members

6 more test positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, tally up to 27

GUWAHATI: Number of COVID-19 positive cases is gradually increasing in Meghalaya too like it is happening in other North-eastern hill states in the wake of stranded N-E residents returning home from outside.Six more state residents who returned to Me

Louis Sheldon, anti-gay Christian group founder, dies at 85

Rev. Louis P. Sheldon, who founded the Traditional Values Coalition, a lobbying group that was largely known for opposing homosexuality and gay rights, died Friday. Sheldon, a former Anaheim resident, died in Southern California of a longstanding condition, son-in-law James Lafferty said. An unapologetic

US: Surprised drop in continuing claims intensified the greenback retracement

Initial Claims added 2.1 million, the lowest in 10 weeks while Continuing Claims fell 3.86 million in the previous week. The US dollar is losing groun

SeaDream Yacht Club to sail to Norway in June 2020

MIAMI, FLA. - After pausing voyages in March, SeaDream Yacht Club has revealed plans to begin sailing in Norway in June 2020. SeaDream Yacht Club is pleased to announce it is now accepting reservations for 9 new 2020 Norwegian voyages. The newly unveiled voyages, kicking off June 2020 through September, include hand-picked destinations by SeaDream’s Norwegian founder and owner, Atle Brynestad.  As the COVID-19 pandemic developed, SeaDream was able to avoid contamination thanks to stringent sanitation procedures, excellent medical infrastructure on

Cypriot Cabinet approves bill on EastMed Pipeline

Cyprus' government has approved the bill on the EastMed pipeline project, the country’s Energy Minister George Lakkotrypis said in a statement.

Bocaue's Mayor Joni passes away

Mayor Joni is the daughter of House Deputy Speaker Bro. Eddie Villanueva who is also the founder of JIL and a younger sister of Senator Joel Villanueva. Her husband is former Citizens Battle Against Corruption (Cibac) Rep. Sherwin Tugna.

Uber Debuts $50 Hourly Ride Option In Select US Cities

Starting next month, ridesharing users in a dozen cities can opt in for a $50 an hour ride, Uber Technologies Inc. announced.

Minneapolis police release 911 call that led to encounter with George Floyd

On Thursday night, Minneapolis police released a transcript of the 911 call that led to his arrest and death, which has sparked outrage nationwide as protesters demand justice.

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Working groups on economic task force to synergize efforts to revive economy: Conrad

GUWAHATI: Meghalaya Chief Minister, Conrad Sangma on Friday tweeted that the six Working Groups of the Economic Task Force on COVID-19 pandemic would work in tandem to draw up a systematic and synergistic plan to revive the economy of Meghalaya and c

5 more test positive for COVID-19 in Nagaland

GUWAHATI:  Number of active COVID-19 positive cases in frontier state of Nagaland continues to go up. With detection of five more COVID-19 positive – one at Dimapur and four at Kohima, total number of active cases in Nagaland now stand at 25.Nagaland

Dilip Ghosh calls death of migrants on trains 'small and isolated' incidents, sparks fierce backlash from Bengal Opposition

As extreme heat, hunger and dehydration take a toll on lakhs of migrant workers and their families rushing back home amid the lockdown, nine passengers, including a child, have been reported dead on 'Shramik Special' trains since Monday.

Ninth Circuit Shuts Down Government Request to Revive Keystone XL Pipeline Permit Program

The Ninth Circuit on Thursday denied a request from the Trump administration to revive a permit program for oil and gas pipelines, serving yet another blow to the feds in a legal battle that originated with the long-disputed Keystone XL oil pipeline.

Australia’s CCP apologists burn

“Australia” has had a near-death experience, at The Australian: