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Hockey Legend Balbir Singh Sr Passes Away
CHANDIGARH: Triple-Olympic gold medallist Balbir Singh Senior died here on Monday. The 96-year-old had been admitted to the hospital for bronchial pneumonia earlier this month and he was on a
Andhra Pradesh Latest COVID-19 Updates
AMARAVATHI: Andhra Pradesh on Saturday reported 44 new cases of novel coronavirus on Sunday taking the state's tally to 2,671. According to the state health bulletin released on Monday, 10,240
5-Year Old Flies Alone To Meet Mother!
BENGALURU: As the domestic air travel operations resumed from Monday nearly after two months because of COVID-19 lockdown, a five-year-old little boy travelled alone from from Delhi to Bengaluru and
RRR: First Tollyood Venture To Resume Shooting?
The coronavirus crisis has brought the entire world to a standstill. The lockdown imposed across India to curb the spread of virus has hampered all services across the nation including the film
Earthquake Hits, NZ PM's Reaction Caught On Cam
WELLINGTON: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is again in the news. This time for staying calm while an earthquake hit while putting down her smile. During a live TV interview, Ardern looked
Watch: Eid Greetings Through Dance Video!
SINGAPORE: The whole world is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today and social media is filled with greetings, posts and warm wishes on this auspicious day. A greeting video of a Muslim family from Malaysia
4 Experts Join HPC In Vizag Leak Probe
VISAKHAPATNAM: Four more technical experts from Centre have joined the high-powered committee that has been set up to investigate the LG polymers gas leak tragedy that occured in Visakhapatnam on May
Tiger Brands looking at ‘significant’ job losses as it counts cost of pandemic
Reports lower H1 earnings, defers dividend.
Renewable electricity suppliers gaining ground
Generating capacity of independent producers is just about equal to that of an Eskom power station.
Covid-19 to dent M&R earnings ‘more than 20%’
Group reports further growth in order book to R51.5bn at end-March.
Hertz files for bankruptcy after rental-car demand vanishes
Drop in used-car sales compounds financial woes.
Pandemic delivers R943m revenue blow to Netcare
Costs for PPE escalate to R850m as group bolsters its supply ahead of virus peak.
Business stands behind government efforts to ease restrictions
Organised business says economic recovery will require innovation and swift action.
Tipp’s camogie players to complete 1000km on foot or bike over five days to raise funds for hospice charities
Tipperary’s Senior and Intermediate Camogie players will cover 1000km over the 5-day period May 28 to June 1 with a fun theme each day to raise much needed funds for three hospic...
Realme launches Smart TV watch and Realme Buds Air Neo today; check colors features price other details
This is is the first time, Realme has forayed into the smart TV sphere. The TV will come in two sizes--Realme Smart TV will come in 32-inch and 43-inch screen size. Realme TV is powered by MediaTekk SoC
BT Buzz: Bike rentals back in vogue as Vogo, Bounce regain 30% of pre-COVID business
To retain and sustain this demand, bike rental start-ups are emphasising on two things - one, change in business model, and the another, focus on sanitisation
Kolkata: MHA to send Central team to access damage caused due to cyclone Amphan
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will send a Central team to Kolkata, South and North 24 Praganas districts soon to assess the damages incurred due to the impact of Cyclone Amphan.
Mira Bhayandar: 34 new COVID-19 positive cases, 2 deaths; more relaxations from Wednesday
Continuing with the spurt in the spread of coronavirus cases in the Mira Bhayandar area, the metropolitan satellite township reported 34 new COVID-19 positive cases on Monday while two patients succumbed to the infection.
Mehboob Studio as isolation facility? No chance, say residents
Residents fear a common stormwater drain will bring the virus into their homes; BMC says not yet decided whether high-risk contacts will be quarantined at the s
Highest spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases; India now among top 10 countries as tally reaches 1,38,845
India witnessed the highest ever spike of 6,977 positive cases in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of COVID-19 to 1,38,845, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Miscreants vandalize church set of Malayalam film Minnal Murali at Kalady
In a brazen attack with a communal tone, the film set of a church built for the shoot of a Tovino Thomas movie 'Minnal Murali' has been vandalised by miscreants allegedly belonging to Bajrang Dal under Perumbavoor police station limits in Ernakulam district of Kerala.
History-sheeter linked to Nepal-based Maoists arrested in Andheri
Balwantsingh Rawat was planning an armed robbery, says ATS
Maharashtra COVID-19 Tracker: State records 3041 new cases, state tally of positive cases stand at 50231
On Monday, Maharashtra recorded 3041 fresh COVID-19 cases thus taking the total positive cases to 50231, as per reports by the state Health department.
The promise of tomorrow
Thousands of migrant workers wait at Vasai land to board trains; many have given up rented accommodations and have nowhere to go
COVID-19 Tracker: Ulhasnagar crosses 200-mark; Badlapur tally stands at 174
Ulhasnagar crossed 200-mark on Monday with 18 new cases, whereas Badlapur saw 13 fresh cases in a day. Ambernath recorded four new cases on Monday with the tally climbing to 66.
VFX artists work from home to recreate the era of 1971 for Ajay Devgn's Bhuj: The Pride of India
Bhuj, scheduled for I-Day opening, still racing towards finish line; release date uncertain due to coronavirus outbreak
Promised Rs 1 crore to issue death threat to UP CM, says man
ATS officers arrested Chunnabhatti resident on Saturday
With their April wedding cancelled, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are making do with video calls to stay in touch
With their wedding stalled, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal making do with video calls
Failed BEST bus strike disrupts MSRTC services ferrying migrants
State transport buses were called in last week to keep essential services going
Karan Johar on self-isolation after two household staff test positive for COVID-19
Two members of Karan Johar's household staff have tested coronavirus positive. While the filmmaker and his family have tested negative, they will be in self-isolation for the next 14 days.
Devotees, religious groups up in arms against TTD on decision to sell away Lord Balaji's assets
The decision to sell immovable assets of India's richest Lord Venkateswara temple on Tirumala hill shrine not only triggered political storm but also drew protests from devotees and religious groups. Even ruling YSR Congress Party MP Raghuramakrishna Raju opposed the move saying selling the God's assets is belittling the donors.
Corporations say no to reopening schools on June 15
Education officers of around 15 municipal corporations of Red zones in the state, including BMC, unanimously voiced their opinion against the idea of reopening schools on June 15 in a meeting with state education minister Varsha Gaikwad on Monday.
Tamil Nadu: Bride tests positive for COVID-19 on the eve of wedding; marriage allowed with riders
A 26-year-old woman hailing from Villupuram tested positive for COVID-19 on the eve of her marriage with a youth belonging to Salem district on Sunday.
History-sheeter linked to Nepal-based Maoists arrested in Andheri
Balwantsingh Rawat was planning an armed robbery, says ATS
Labour Day project in St Catherine shut down by police
Residents of Pear Tree Grove and surrounding areas in the Troja Division in St Catherine are expressing shock and dismay that they were ordered to discontinue their Labour Day project by the Riversdale Police.
Digicel Foundation pumps $42m in humanitarian project
DIGICEL FOUNDATION has announced a significant investment in Jamaica’s response to the COVID-19 crisis with the launch of its $42-million islandwide humanitarian project, Operation SAFE, (Sanitising, Advocating, Feeding, and Enabling) in the fight...
Japan’s Abe says vaccine a priority for Olympics
TOKYO — Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday said the swift development of vaccines and effective treatments for COVID-19 are priorities towards achieving the Tokyo Olympics next year. Abe said recovery from the coronavirus pandemic only...
Glenmuir High doubles efforts to help COVID-19 affected families
GLENMUIR HIGH School in Clarendon has merged efforts with donors, locally and overseas, to assist some families affected by the novel coronavirus. The disease has infected over five million people worldwide, caused over 300,000 deaths, and has had...
Holness pledges $750,000 to support NCU students affected by COVID-19
Prime Minister Andrew has pledged three quarters of $1 million from his Positive Jamaica Foundation to the Northern Caribbean University's Alumni to fund scholarships and grants for students affected by COVID-19. In a message...
St Mary man arrested following ammunition seizure
Charges are pending against a St Mary man after being held by the police following the seizure of several rounds of ammunition in Blueberry Corner, Islington. The police report that a team was on patrol in the area about 11:30 Saturday night when...
Popular Hanover political activist says he’s undeterred by reported threat
Popular People's National Party (PNP) activist in Hanover Craig Oates is claiming that his life has reportedly come under threat from members of his party. In a 26-minute long video on Facebook, Oates said he was undaunted by the alleged threat...
McKenzie saddened by passing of former May Pen mayor
Minister of Local Government and Community Development Desmond McKenzie has expressed sadness at the passing of former Mayor of May Pen and Councillor for the Mineral Heights Division Milton Brown. Brown died today after a battle with cancer....
Former May Pen mayor Milton Brown has died
Former Mayor of May Pen and councillor for the Mineral Heights division in Clarendon Milton Brown died early Monday morning. Brown had been ill the past few months. He also suffered a massive stroke. Mayor of May Pen Winston...
Basic-school principal hosts free online lessons
KEREEN HIBBERTS, principal of Marcus Garvey Basic School, Kingston, has been hosting free online reading lessons to assist students who are at home due to the coronavirus pandemic. Schools across Jamaica have been closed since mid-March. The...
Mitchell Town recreational park in Clarendon gets facelift
Residents of Mitchell Town in Clarendon joined hands on Labour Day to give a facelift to the rural community’s more than five-decades-old recreational park.
Williams new Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal at UWI Five Islands
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has announced the appointment of Professor Densil A. Williams as Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of its Five Islands Campus, located in Antigua and Barbuda. His appointment was approved by the...
Hacker extorts online shops, sells databases if ransom not paid
More than two dozen SQL databases stolen from online shops in various countries are being offered for sale on a public website. In total, the seller provides over 1.5 million rows of records but the damage is likely much larger.
Amid Lockdowns, Universities' Actor Showcases Go Online: "Change Needed to Happen Anyway"
Students are self-taping their performances for year-ending theatrical productions, which are geared toward talent rep audiences, in childhood bedrooms and dorms: "I think actually we're going to get the students in front of more people than we would have before."
California Reopens In-Store Retail Shopping as COVID-19 Restrictions Loosen
Individual counties' public health departments have the final say on whether the change can be implemented in their areas.
Dominic Cummings 'dressed like a GP' and his 'weak vocal tone while sitting forward in chair hinted at humility' but his 'discomfort increased at mention of Barnard Castle', says body language expert JUDI JAMES
Judi James said the Prime Minister's top aide had 'an air of low-key humility' as he addressed the nation this afternoon after facing calls to resign over claims he broke coronavirus rules.
Husband of train worker, 47, who died from coronavirus after being spat on by thug says his family's lives have been destroyed as he slams her bosses over lack of PPE
Lusamba Katalay revealed how losing Belly Mujinga has destroyed his world and that of his 11-year-old daughter after she died at Barnet Hospital.
It's behind you! Hilarious moment an inquisitive ostrich upstages Spanish politician during a TV interview - but he is too busy talking to notice
Miguel Angel Revilla, the President of Cantabria in northern Spain, was speaking at a press conference for the reopening of a national zoo when an ostrich appeared behind him.
GOP lawmaker demands Trump STOP promoting Joe Scarborough murder conspiracy theory and warns 'it will destroy us' - as the dead aide's family say they fear retaliation from trolls if they speak up
Illinois Rep. Adam Kinzinger tweeted President Trump Sunday about the 'completely unfounded conspiracy'. 'Just stop. Stop spreading it, stop creating paranoia. It will destroy us,' he said.
Queen upsets locals at Sandringham estate by building half-mile 'eyesore' kerb to stop cars parking on roadside
Her Royal Highness, 94, had the 1,000-metre kerb erected at the royal estate near King's Lynn, Norfolk. The foot-high mound has prevented visitors from parking along the grass verge near the house.
'What on earth is THAT?' Baffled onlookers say a 'black ring' UFO darted over the skies of famous hippy town for 40 MINUTES
Locals from Nimbin in far north New South Wales reported a mysterious black ring hovering in the sky on Wednesday afternoon.
A very modern flapper girl! She's just nine years old, but already Elizabeth Cook is a champion pigeon racer... beating her top-breeder dad in the process
Elizabeth Cook and her beady-eyed charges - two young birds called Purbeck Dash and Triple B - won four of six races in Devon and Cornwall last season, beating several former title-holders.
Paedophile, 21, avoids jail after driving 200 miles to abduct schoolgirl, 15, he had groomed on dating website while pretending to be 17
Charles Fraser-Varney (pictured), 21, travelled from his home in Thetford, Norfolk, to Monmouthshire in Wales to get the schoolgirl for a night together.
Bishops round on Boris: Church leaders say CofE may now refuse to work with government on Covid response after PM's 'risible' defence of Dominic Cummings that 'broke trust of nation'
Bishops have reacted with fury on social media, saying Mr Johnson's defence of Cummings is an 'insult' and that he has 'no respect for the people.'
Beak-a-boo! First white stork chicks born in Britain for 600 years peer out of their nest for first time in historic sighting
Pictures show the moment a parent arrives at its nest at Knepp Castle near Horsham, West Sussex - with the chicks - born earlier this month thanks to the White Stork Project - clearly visible.
Aspiring model, 24, who vanished in Nottinghamshire over the bank holiday weekend is found 'safe and well'
Nottinghamshire Police said this evening Laura Benson, who vanished in Beeston, has been found 'safe and well' as they thanked those who shared their appeal.
Don't they do home deliveries?! Mother, 33, gives birth in Lidl car park after suddenly going into labour on the way to hospital
Natasha Thomson gave birth to baby Holly on Thursday after pulling over at a Lidl in Peterlee, County Durham, while on their way to the University Hospital of North Tees.
Politics student, 18, murdered boyfriend, 18, by driving over him at farm, court hears
Grace Ross, 18, allegedly murdered Joshua Kerr, also 18, at Little Balquhomrie Farm near Leslie, Fife, on Friday. She drove a car into him before running over his head, the charge stated.
Don't look down! Heart-in-mouth moment day-tripper risks his life to pose for a photo on 150ft cliff edge at Birling Gap beauty spot in Sussex
The unknown man, who was not wearing safety equipment, decided to risk his life by walking to the edge of the Birling Gap cliffs, near Eastbourne, in East Sussex, today in order to take a photo.
BBC4 history presenter Janina Ramirez says scrapping the channel will punish elderly viewers who rely on arts and culture shows
BBC Four has fewer than a million views most nights with an average age in their sixties. But presenter Dr Janina Ramirez (pictured) said teens also enjoyed her programmes.
'On the day she died, I couldn't be with her or hold her hand': Widower's heart-breaking letter about staying apart from dying wife in lockdown - as MPs are flooded with emails in response to Dominic Cummings scandal
John Wilson from Whitchurch wrote to Buckingham MP Greg Smith to ask what he thinks about the fact that he had to be apart from his dying wife while Dominic Cummings was travelling.
'Dominic Cummings spits in the face of all our efforts, the whole NHS': Doctor says he will QUIT if PM's aide does not go as another medic says she wouldn't have 'dreamed of travelling the length of country to sort out some child care'
Dominic Pimenta told Good Morning Britain that he's ready to resign if Cummings stays in his position as the top Government aide after travelling from London to Durham in lockdown.
'Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?': The British Press is divided over response to Dominic Cummings scandal with Guardian demanding blood while Times suggests aide's actions are 'not a cause for resignation'
Britain's newspapers are showing mixed views in response to Boris Johnson's backings of Dominic Cummings on Sunday night, while some call for the top aide to resign, others only call for a review.
Hazmat suit-clad burglar with a cordless drill is caught trying to steal a £5million Bansky artwork from an NHS hospital just two days after the elusive artist donated it
Bansky donated the painting titled 'Game Changer' to Southampton General Hospital on May 6. Just two days later, a man was seen on CCTV as he skulked around in front of the artwork.
Travellers light bonfires, dump rubbish and empty chemical toilets next to exclusive millionaires' row at Sandbanks in Dorset where Harry Redknapp owns £3.5m seafront mansion
Around ten motorhomes descended on a car park at the exclusive peninsula in Poole. One group of men ignored social distancing rules and sat at an outdoor table, with crates of Corona beer.
Swedish Idol star who survived being electrocuted while train surfing and suffered burns over 70% of his body launches new career as motivational speaker
Axel Schylstrom received a 16,000 volt electric shock when he was just 19 years old, burning 70 per cent of his body. Once out of hospital, he turned to music, and now also works as a motivational speaker.
Moment angry farmer covers Mercedes in SLURRY after owner parked on his field 'to go to the beach'
The tractor driver fired muck all over the luxury car near a gate on his farm in Cornwall. A clip of the incident emerged after people flocked to the coast to enjoy the warm weather over the weekend.
Police arrest man after 'shirtless' motorbike rider leaves boy, 9, seriously injured in hit-and-run crash at playing fields
Police rushed to Rosmead Park in Hull after the nine-year-old boy - who has been left with serious and life-changing injuries - was hit by a motorbike around 12pm on Monday.
'It's the Dominic Cummings lockdown tour 2020': No10 tweets reminder that Britons should 'keep 6ft apart from people you don’t live with'... sparking explosion of memes and ridicule
Furious Britons have mocked the Government for telling to keep their distance after Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his top aide for going to Durham in lockdown.
'Domnishambles': Tory MPs continue piling pressure on Downing Street to sack Dominic Cummings as angry constituents decry his actions
Conservative backbenchers have been calling on the Prime Minister to remove Dominic Cummings from his influential position after he drove from London to Durham.
Prince Andrew 'grabbed Virginia Roberts' bottom and ground himself on her during visit to Jeffrey Epstein's "paedophile island" in Caribbean,' Netflix documentary claims
The makers of the documentary talk to Steve Scully who claims he saw Prince Andrew kissing Miss Roberts on the Caribbean Island.
Video of Jair Bolsonaro's foul-mouthed rant calling mayor who imposed lockdown 'piece of s**t' is released as Brazil's coronavirus crisis escalates and deaths soar past 22,000
Brazilian media counted 31 presidential swear words during the two-hour cabinet meeting, in which Bolsonaro called two governors who imposed lockdowns a 'piece of s**t' and a 'pile of manure'.
He's with the anglers now! Giant 53lb monster pike that would have broken 28-year-old British record is found dead at fishery in Yorkshire
The pike, weighing 53lb 2oz, died of natural causes at Bellflask Fishery, near Ripon. Fishery owner Brian Morland made the discovery while he was walking his dog along the banks of the lake.
ANOTHER powerful 'lockdown violator': Topless Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is caught having a picnic with his partner and two friends 'in breach of his distancing guidelines for public'
The shirtless Taoiseach was filmed outdoors with his partner Matt Barrett and two others near Steward's Lodge in Dublin where he has been staying during the pandemic.
Donald Trump complains he gets 'no credit' for handling the coronavirus crisis even as he brags about getting 'great reviews' and the nation's death toll ticks toward 100,000
President Donald Trump touted 'great reviews' of his coronavirus response and claimed he got 'no credit' for it. His tweet came as U.S. deaths from the disease approached 100,000.
Removing soft toys from classrooms or banning children from touching books when schools reopen is too 'extreme', government expert warns
Professor Robert Dingwall, from Nottingham University, warned the measures were 'extreme' and risked making children 'miserable' when they are finally allowed back into class.
Coroner warns more babies could die after one-year-old girl was strangled to death by blind cord next to her cot
Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became caught in the looped cable at her parents' home in Hackney, North London. Pictured is an example of a looped cable.
£150k boost for Mail Force as Sky TV boss helps PPE charity fund soar to £8.9million
Jeremy Darroch (pictured middle) has donated £50,000 of his own cash while £100,000 has come from the broadcaster.
Where's the pelican crossing? Adorable moment tiny cygnets struggle to climb up kerb as they cross road
Swans George and Zelda exhibited perfect co-parenting when they slowly walked their cygnets across a road in Cheltenham. Onlookers stood in the middle of the road to stop any traffic.
Gary Lineker launches Twitter attack on Dominic Cummings despite BBC colleague Simon McCoy slamming him for 'abusing his position' and breaking impartiality by accusing PM of lying
The news anchor slammed the sports pundit after Lineker sounded off about Boris Johnson's coronavirus briefing last night as the PM defended his top aide in Downing Street.
The ultimate grass cutting hack! ‘Genius’ chills on his swing while the lawnmower does all the work
A driver in Marion, Indiana, stopped their car to film a lawnmower cutting a lawn completely on its own. They filmed it tied to the end of a piece of a rope circling a pole in the middle of the lawn.
Dog owner is killed while running into burning house to save her six puppies from inferno after saving three but succumbing to smoke while trying to rescue rest
Michelle Mirasol, 36, and her family fled the single-storey property when flames started in Bacolod province, the Philippines, on Thursday. Ms Mirasol ran back inside the home to free six caged puppies.
'Barnard Castle is the new Pizza Express, Woking': Twitter pokes fun at Dominic Cummings' explanation of his lockdown trip to Durham
Dominic Cummings refused to apologise for driving 260 miles to Durham, and claimed he had always behaved 'reasonably and legally'. Sceptical Britons poked fun at him on Twitter.
Serial rapist dubbed 'the Beast of Kavos' breaks his back plunging 100ft into a ravine in Corfu when police tried to arrest him over 'new attack on Albanian woman weeks after he was released'
Dimitris Aspiotis, 47, who preyed on seven British holidaymakers, fractured his leg, hip and spine and ruptured a kidney when he fell from a cliff in Lefkimmi last Friday.
School's IN for summer? Ex-Ofsted boss says end-of-term holiday should be scrapped to help pupils catch up and prevent a 'lost generation'
Michael Wilshaw (pictured) says that children being taken out of schools amid the coronavirus pandemic has been a great tragedy.
Crack in fashion! Tesco stocks white eggs for the first time in more than 40 years after huge rise in demand
The eggs - which are used in McDonald's breakfast McMuffins - will cost the same as the brown free-range equivalent, starting from 89p for a box of six medium eggs.
Boss of Britain’s biggest recruiter James Reed warns of job losses ‘tsunami’ on ‘day of reckoning’ when furlough ends
The owner of Reed has warned job losses could sweep across the country once the government's furlough scheme ends at the ends of October. More than 6m people have signed up to the scheme.
Lance Armstrong reveals in new documentary he once bought dinner for people who screamed 'f****** cheater' at him after doping scandal
The first episode of the ESPN documentary 'LANCE,' which aired nationwide on Sunday, began with Armstrong repeating the F-word while flipping the bird.
Bizarre moment police chase high-powered MOBILITY SCOOTER after it was spotted speeding through town
Police were seen chasing a man on a mobility scooter in Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire, this weekend. A resident saw the scooter driving at high speeds earlier that day.
China's bat woman warns that COVID-19 is 'just the tip of the iceberg' of unknown deadly viruses as she defends work of Wuhan virus lab amid claims of cover-up
Shi Zhengli, the deputy director of the Wuhan Institute of Virology also known as China's 'bat woman', has said called for more international corporation when fighting deadly viruses.
The tobacco firm that is still making a mint from menthol cigarettes: Bosses are accused of sidestepping ban aimed at stopping children smoking
Mint-flavoured cigarettes, which make up around one in four sales, were banned in Britain last Wednesday amid concerns they were luring young people. JTI launched its new range on the same day.
Devastated son demands answers after care firm transfers two residents ‘with Covid symptoms’ from one home with 15 deaths to another that was ‘clear’ of the virus before death of his mother, 81, from bug
Gary Williamson's mother Sylvia, 81, died at Kenton Manor care home, Newcastle, on May 17. Kenton Manor is on the same site as care home Kenton Hall. Both are run by Solehawk.
Two-year-old child plunges 15ft onto a busy beach sparking major rescue operation
The girl fell from the walkway above Meadfoot beach in Torquay onto the ground below at around lunchtime today.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Frogmore deal revealed: Couple began paying back £2.4m for cottage renovations only after Prince Charles agreed to foot bill for their security in US
Harry and Meghan pledged to reimburse taxpayers for renovating their briefly lived-in Windsor home, which they have insisted on keeping as a British base despite their move to Los Angeles.
France elects its first transgender mayor who has vowed to 'wake up' her small village
Marie Cau vowed to develop social and environmental policies in the village of Tilloy-lez-Marchiennes after receiving her honorary sash of office.
Horrifying moment mother 'PUSHES' her autistic son, nine, into a canal 'in her first failed attempt to kill him' before taking the non-verbal boy to another spot where he drowned
Patricia Ripley, 45, inset, is facing attempted and premeditated murder charges. Alejandro Ripley, main with his famiiy, was found floating in a Miami, Florida, canal on Friday. Dad Aldo Ripley is inset.
What is the 2,000-year-old brown mystery liquid found in ancient Chinese tomb? Scientists test substance found buried with warrior and his sword in 221BC
Researchers with the Sanmenxia Archaeology Institute in Central China's Henan Province announced the discovery of the intact grave on May 21.
Day by day, how Dominic Cummings described his fateful trip to Durham: A 260-mile dash, two weeks in a cottage and a test drive to Barnard Castle to 'check his eyes were OK'
The Downing Street backroom fixer was thrust into the limelight in an hour-long live TV grilling and defended his decision to drive 260 miles from London to County Durham.
Students doing Oxford exams on videolink from their bedrooms complain that invigilators and tutors should NOT be allowed to see their ‘private space’
Oxford University's Faculty of Classics confirmed that exams would be taken over Microsoft Teams. All invigilators will undergo a mandatory 'camera sweep of the room' before the test starts.
JK Rowling offers to pay annual salary of Tweeter who used Civil Service account to accuse Boris Johnson of being an 'arrogant, offensive truth-twister'
Author J.K. Rowling has offered to reward the person who responded to Boris Johnson's Downing Street briefing last night with a tweet slamming him for sticking up for Dominic Cummings.
Did pilots FORGET to put wheels down on doomed PIA 8303? Airbus performed a belly landing and took off again before crashing on second attempt killing 97 people onboard
Captain Sajjad Gull, who was at the controls of doomed Pakistan Airlines Flight 8303 when it crashed on Friday killing 97, may have forgotten to put the wheels down when landing, experts said.
Moment 'aggressive' shopper accuses carer of 'spreading germs' by wearing her uniform in B&M store amid Covid crisis - leaving her in floods of tears
Kimberley Simpson, from Burton-upon-Trent in Staffordshire, claimed a fellow customer followed her through the store for ten minutes 'shouting' that she shouldn't be allowed inside.
Bank Holiday tragedy as teenage girl and man drown on same stretch of Cornish coastline as UK comes out of coronavirus lockdown
Officers described a 'very tough day' in Cornwall amid the two fatalities, which took place in separate incidents on Monday afternoon.
Mother tigress becomes embroiled in a fierce duel with her DAUGHTER as they clash over dominance and territory in India
The dramatic moment between the massive tigers unfolded in an open, lush green area at the Ranthambore National Park in western state of Rajasthan in India.
The grieving family who changed the lockdown funeral rule: Seven siblings get permission to attend service for their father, 72, after battling council on rule that banned more than five mourners
Geraldine Hackford, 49, led a campaign against Sheffield City Council to make sure all of her siblings could join her at the funeral of their father, Gerald, who died from a heart blockage on April 16.
This Sekiro Mod will let you wield Anakin’s Lightsaber from Star Wars
Modder 'Dangel_Deviliono' has released a new mod for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice that allows you to wield a Star Wars Lightsaber.
6GB AI-enhanced 4K HD Texture Pack overhauls all of the weapons textures in Skyrim Special Edition
This Texture Pack uses AI techniques in order to upscale the vanilla textures in 4K, focusing solely on the weapons textures.
Social distancing will add another somber note to Memorial Day observances
In a typical year, Memorial Day is marked in Easton with fanfare: school bands, American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars groups and others march while crowds line the streets waving flags.
COVID-19 Has Turned Paradise Into a Privacy Nightmare
When Tara Trunfio stepped off her flight from Boulder to Maui, she didn’t see the leis and grass skirts that so many visitors expect. Instead, the 23-year-old saw masked officials warning that visitors who don’t comply with the islands’ 14-day quarantine requirement would be arrested.
Democratic leaders say Trump testing strategy is 'to deny the truth' about lack of supplies
Democratic leaders said Monday that President Trump's strategy for coronavirus testing is to "deny the truth" about the current lack of supplies.
Galaxy Note 10 Lite gets May security patch in new update
The Galaxy Note 10 Lite is receiving an update with the May 2020 security patch. Samsung has released the latest security patch for a slew of devices already, and the Note 10 Lite is now joining the p
Samsung might become Huawei’s lifeline in regards to memory chips
A couple of weeks ago, we explained how Huawei's ban in the USA might represent a golden opportunity for Samsung. And although the latter company's smartphone business could benefit from Huawei's unfa
Galaxy Note 20 series camera details leak, causing even more confusion
A new leak detailing the specifications of the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20+ cameras added even more confusion about Samsung's upcoming Android flagships. According to newly surfaced information
Corporate governance: SBI weighed down by its own laws, says IiAS
The immediate reaction from Institutional Investor Advisory Services (IiAS) is the invite that SBI has sent out to shareholders for an EGM on June 17 amidst COVID-19 pandemic, as the State Bank of India Act of 1955, which created it, does not envisage or allow it to hold the extra-ordinary general meeting digitally/electronically or even an e-voting.
Uddhav Thackeray vs Piyush Goyal: War of words erupts between Maharashtra CM, Railways minister over Shramik trains
In his address to the state on May 24, Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 special trains per day for the state to ferry migrants home, it was getting only 40.
US plans massive coronavirus vaccine testing effort to meet year-end deadline
The project will compress what is typically 10 years of vaccine development and testing into a matter of months, testimony to the urgency to halt a pandemic that has infected more than 5 million people
India sharply cuts exposure to US govt securities to $156.5 billion in March
In April last year, the same stood at $155.3 billion, according to data from the US Treasury Department.
Heatwave sweeps several Indian states, may subside from May 28, says expert
With temperatures surpassing the 45 degrees Celsius-mark across several parts in north India, the IMD has issued a
Nucleus Software Exports Q4 net profit jumps over 64% to Rs 28.14 crore
The company said its product business revenue for the March 2020 quarter was at Rs 111.9 crore as compared to Rs 100.4 crore in the year-ago period.
Shares in depository account can be used as margin till August 31: SEBI
The markets regulator in February came out with framework on margin obligation to be given by way of pledged or repledged shares in the depository system.
Buy VST Industries; target of Rs 4000: ICICI Direct
ICICI Direct is bullish on VST Industries has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 4000 in its research report dated May 22, 2020.
Donald Trump says he has finished taking hydroxychloroquine as coronavirus therapy
Trump was addressing his disclosure last week that he was taking hydroxychloroquine and a zinc supplement.
Buy Colgate ; target of Rs 1520: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal is bullish on Colgate has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 1520 in its research report dated May 22, 2020.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor to resume manufacturing operations from May 26
The company officials are closely monitoring and evaluating the situation to gradually ramp up operations, the company added.
Productivity over meetings: Survey reveals what developers want to be more productive at work
During the survey, when developers were asked what they would need to achieve 100 percent productivity at work, 70 percent of developers opted for fewer meetings.
CBIC clears Rs 11,052 crore GST refund claims since April 8
The finance ministry had on April 8 said that to provide relief during COVID-19 it has been decided to issue all pending GST and custom refunds which would benefit around 1 lakh business entities, including MSME.
136 Indians now jailed in Kuwait to return soon: Tripura minister
A total of 241 Indians including 136 people who were jailed in Kuwait would return to the country soon, a senior minister said on Sunday.
COVID-19 situation in Delhi under control even after more lockdown relaxations: CM Arvind Kejriwal
Kejriwal asserted that he would be concerned only if two things happened -- either there is a significant increase in fatalities or the city's health care system collapses due to spike in COVID-19 cases.
Buy Essel Propack; target of Rs 200: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal is bullish on Essel Propack has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 200 in its research report dated May 23, 2020.
Transfer Rs 1,000 to each Indian per month: Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo suggest Centre
Esther Duflo said India was already in a position to start universal basic income quickly as it had the Jan Dhan accounts-Aadhaar-mobile system in place.
ITA estimates Rs 2,100 crore revenue loss for tea industry in Assam and West Bengal during Mar-May
The Indian Tea Association (ITA) has pegged a revenue loss of Rs 2,100 crore for the industry in Assam and West Bengal during March, April and May.
Avoid low-interest COVID-19 personal loans, unless strapped for cash
This is the time to utilize your emergency fund. If you don’t have one, partially use investments meant for your long-term goals
Coronavirus pandemic | Lockdown extended in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan districts till June 30
Hamirpur has reported the highest number of COVID-19 cases at 63 while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now
Kaya: Radhakishan Damani picks up 1.11% stake, Porinju Veliyath raises shareholding to 1.14%
Another well-known investor Porinju Veliyath, through his fund management firm Equity Intelligence India, also held stake in Kaya.
Deploy Bear Call Spread strategy in Nifty as weakness expected to continue
Sideways move can be expected with the negative bias as we have seen bearish reversal on the chart twice in the last few days.
Startup Livspace lays off 450 employees on adverse business impact from COVID-19
Founded in 2015 by Ramakant Sharma and Anuj Srivastava, Livspace provides a three-sided marketplace and a design automation platform that connects homeowners, certified designers and vendors.
'Need more stimulus with focus on GST cut, wage support, higher MNREGA spend'
With more rate cuts expected, we expect bond yields to remain soft in the near term.
Govt's wheat procurement surpasses last year's level of 34.1 million tonnes despite COVID-19 hurdles
Wheat procurement target has been set at 40.7MT for the 2020-21 marketing year. Although the wheat marketing year runs from April-March, the bulk of procurement is normally done in the first three months.
Resumption of flights: It's chaos for passengers
Most of the complaints are from Air India passengers
Govt thrust on infrastructure boost to help transmission tower companies: Ind-Ra
According to the ratings agency, the prolonged nationwide lockdown would impact the revenue growth of transmission tower suppliers in the near term, however, the companies that supply T&D equipment are expected to be more resilient than the traditional steel industry players.
CSMIA operates 47 flights to 14 destinations on May 26
These 47 flights were undertaken by seven domestic carriers, Mumbai International Airport Ltd ( MIAL) said in a statement.
Old-fashioned milkman makes the rounds as US shoppers stay home
South Mountain Creamery says it saw an almost tenfold increase in new home delivery customers over a single weekend in late March when stay-at-home measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic started in the region.
Just Dial Q4 net profit rises 21.6% to Rs 76.1 crore
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 62.5 crore in the same period a year ago, Just Dial said in a regulatory filing.
RIL Rights Entitlement: An opportunity for retail shareholders and arbitragers
The overall risk profile to the trade is similar as was before which is exposure to Reliance Industries equity and its price movements.
Domestic aviation resumes: 532 flights operated, 39,231 passengers flown on Day 1
The first day was marred by cancellations, and customer complaints
Chinese tech giant criticises US for 'politicising business'
The new measures announced on Friday expanded a US campaign against Chinese companies Washington says might be security threats or involved in human rights abuses.
40% travel, tourism firm staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months: Report
The report said that 81 percent travel and tourism companies have lost their revenue up to 100 percent while 15 percent of the companies have witnessed it slide up to 75 percent.
Rally likely in oil prices but upside may be capped on uncertain demand outlook
We expect Nymex Crude prices to face stiff resistance around $40-$42 per barrel. We expect prices to average near $28 per barrel during the year.
Chinese troops come inside Indian territory in eastern Ladakh: Report
India has conducted “mirror deployment” on its side to match moves made by the Chinese forces in eastern Ladakh, according to a report.
HomeCapital gets fresh funding from Varanium NexGen, others
Startup helps homebuyers with a down payment assistance programme
Chaotic Sunday forces customers, airlines to re-draw plans for flight resumption
Constant changes in schedules and confusion over protocol underline the chaos over resumption of flights on May 25
New Zealand's PM Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington
Bata India Q4 net profit down 57% to Rs 38 crore
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 88.66 crore in January-March quarter a year ago, Bata India said in a BSE filing.
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
Wind speeds of up to 132 km/hour (82 mph) were registered at Cape Leeuwin, one of the state's most south-westerly points early on Monday, the strongest May gusts in 15 years, according to the Australia Broadcasting Corp.
'Banking stocks to remain under pressure; ICICI, HDFC Bank & Axis top buys'
Going ahead investors are likely to remain watchful COVID-19 situation in the country, vaccines development, lockdown restrictions with changing economic policies, and crude oil prices movements.
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
The Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) also urged the government to ban the import of refined palm oils or palmolien in order to encourage domestic production.
Coronavirus pandemic | 2,436 new COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra, count rises to 52,667; 60 more deaths
A total of 1,186 patients were discharged from hospitals after recovery, taking the total number of such cases to 15,786, a Health official said.
Coronavirus impact: IDFC First Bank senior management takes 10% pay cut; CEO 30%
The bank has also paid 100 percent variable pay to 78.2 percent of employees for the period pertaining to 2019-20 despite the arrival of the pandemic, IDFC First Bank said.
Prices of N-95 masks down by up to 47% after NPPA advisory
N-95 masks were earlier being sold in the market for Rs 150 to 300 per unit and after the advisory by the the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), prices have been cut.
Buy Strides Pharma Science; target of Rs 421: ICICI Securities
ICICI Securities is bullish on Strides Pharma Science has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 421 in its research report dated May 21, 2020.
BSE, NSE shut today on account of Ramzan Id
On May 22, the Sensex ended 260.31 points lower or 0.84 percent at 30,672.59, while Nifty fell 67 points or 0.74 percent at 9,039.25.
Food prices go up in West Bengal due to Cyclone Amphan
The cyclone has hit supplies and prices of most vegetables have spurt by 20 to 30 percent and will soar further, vendors said.
You’re getting used to masks. Will you wear a face shield?
The clear plastic guards may be easier to wear, disinfect and reuse than cloth or surgical face coverings, although they don’t entirely replace the need for masks.
PNB fraud case: Interpol notice against Nirav Modi's brother put up for public viewing again
Nehal Modi's name figured as the accused number 27 in the supplementary chargesheet filed by the CBI, which charged him for destroying evidence in Dubai to cover the tracks of the alleged crime, the officials said.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
After managing to contain an outbreak of the new coronavirus which infected more than 11,000 people and killed 267, South Korea is slowly transitioning from intensive social distancing rules towards what the government calls
Pandemic has increased money anxiety. Therapists hope to cure that
Interest in financial therapy rose after the 2008 recession, as Americans confronted their fears about money. The field has become relevant again, professionals say
Current-gen Honda City to retain all features despite incoming next-gen sedan
The new Honda City, on the other hand, will get even more features including some tech that was not seen before in its segment.
Donald Trump's pitch to voters: Trust me, economy will soar in 2021
He's asking voters to look past the pain being felt across the nation and give him another four-year term on the promise of an economic comeback in 2021.
Two months of lockdown: Sensex gains 15%, 45 BSE500 stocks rally over 50%
Among largecaps (BSE Sensex), M&M, Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, Sun Pharma, Hero MotoCorp and Bajaj Auto gained 32-58 percent, whereas only four stocks were in the red.
Tech revolution: Human touch will be irreplaceable in financial services
With the help of technology and greater access to content Indian financial markets are moving from a push market to a pull market.
Lockdown 4.0: Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana to play cricket, AAP blasts him
Tiwari, however, asserted he did not break any law. He hit back at the AAP for raising the issue to
If states want UP migrant workers back, they have to seek permission: CM Yogi Adityanath
As per feedback received from migrant workers who reached Uttar Pradesh, Adityanath said safeguarding their rights should get utmost attention and importance.
India user base grew 120%; focus on developing culturally relevant products: Snapchat
Snap Inc Managing Director (International Markets) Nana Murugesan said the company has been expanding its team in India
Who is Dominic Cummings - Boris Johnson's key aide grabbing news headlines in lockdown row?
Clamour seeking Cummings’ resignation as Johnson’s adviser has been growing after he took a 400 kilometre-journey during the lockdown.
Migrants walk through 'hell' to reach 'heaven' in Bihar but stare at uncertain future
Hungry and exhausted, these migrant workers are arriving at Sonathu and other villages in Bihar's Aurangabad district from places as far-off as Surat, Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur and Chennai every day, carrying tales of trauma and tribulation.
Heatwave likely to abate only after May 28; Dust storm, thunderstorm expected on May 29-30: IMD
Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh have been experiencing blistering heat for days with temperatures soaring over 45 degrees Celsius in some places.
Toyota Corolla Wagon Could Return According To New Trademark Filing
If this rumor turns out to be correct, Toyota would become one of the very few automakers in America to offer its customers a station wagon.
2021 Mercedes C-Class Test Driver Salutes Our Spy Photographer
The new Mercedes C-Class has been spotted as a heavily disguised prototype. Despite the camo, we can get an idea of the new headlights and taillights.
Jaguar Land Rover EVs And Hybrids To Get The Hot SVR Treatment
Jaguar Land Rover's Special Vehicle Operations division has announced plans to launch performance-oriented SVR models based on plug-in hybrids and EVs.
2021 Nissan 400Z Rendering Imagines Retro-Futuristic Sports Car
This 2021 Nissan 400Z shows the company’s next-generation sports car with modern cues and future style.
2022 Mercedes GLC Spied For The First Time, Looks Bigger
For the first time ever, our spies captured on camera a prototype of the next-generation Mercedes GLC crossover. It appears to have a larger footprint.
2022 Mercedes SL Design To Take After The Original 300 SL Gullwing
Daimler's design chief, Gorden Wagener, has disclosed some preliminary details about how the next SL's appearance will be inspired by its stunning ancestor.
Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash
Qatar's contact tracing app goes considerably further – it forces Android users to permit access to their picture and video galleries, while also allowing the app to make unprompted calls
Jailbreak tool released for latest version of iOS
The new tool from Unc0ver is said to work across all iOS versions from 11 to 13.5
Premier Ford to make announcement today alongside Ontario’s associate minister of small business
Premier Doug Ford will be making an announcement in Toronto this afternoon alongside Ontario’s associate minister of small business and red tape reduction.
Food inspection agency says variety of vegan chocolate bars contains milk
The Canada Food Inspection Agency has issued a warning that a brand of vegan chocolate bars actually contains milk.
Toronto police say fraudsters stole $600K from victims by posing as lawyers settling class action lawsuit
Toronto police say two men are facing charges after allegedly defrauding victims by posing as lawyers attempting to settle a class action lawsuit.
Five business groups urge Ontario to halt commercial evictions during pandemic
Five business groups called on the Ontario government on Monday to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying many small and medium-sized businesses are at risk of closing.
Ontario government appoints hospitals to temporarily manage 2 long-term care homes amid outbreaks
The province has appointed two Ontario hospitals to temporarily manage two privately-owned long-term care homes that are currently experiencing severe COVID-19 outbreaks.
Ford slams actions of 'reckless' people who packed into Trinity Bellwoods Park
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park this weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their “reckless” behaviour.
Minds behind pandemic predicting algorithm already thinking about future beyond COVID-19
The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world needs to change the way it monitors for and reacts to disease outbreaks.
MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic
The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it's going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.
'No excuse': Dad caught allegedly speeding on Ontario road with unsecured toddler in car
A father was caught speeding in Caledon, Ont. on Saturday while his young child was left unsecured in a car seat, police say.
Ford urges people who packed into Trinity Bellwoods Park to get tested for COVID-19
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park this weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their “reckless” behaviour.
Is Little Boy Blue a repeat? ITV to air heartbreaking murder drama
Four part drama Little Boy Blue will air across four consecutive nights on ITV from Sunday, May 24
Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers reveals battle with anxiety after finding fame on MTV show
The long-running Geordie Shore cast member has opened up about their battle with anxiety after finding fame on the show
How investment in nature can help the North's economy recover after lockdown
Natural assets are one of the North's greatest strengths, says IPPR North
Shops in England can open next month if social distancing guidelines met, Boris Johnson says
The Prime Minister said outdoor markets and car showrooms would be able to open from June 1, with other retailers following a fortnight later
Where's Doctor Hilary on GMB? Lorraine Kelly forced to explain health expert's absence to viewers
Lorraine Kelly explained why Dr Hilary wasn't on Good Morning Britain after concerns from viewers
This Morning's Eamonn Holmes branded 'filthy pig' after revealing his shocking way of cooking bacon
This Morning presenter Eamonn came under fire from viewers after making the startling revelation on Monday's show
COVID-19: Is this the end of the road for Renault?
Pandemic puts the French brand's 122-year history at stake...
Andy Palmer to quit as Aston Martin CEO after shares plunge
Will be replaced with Mercedes-AMG CEO Tobias Moers
Realme X50 Pro 5G Player Edition launched in China with seven other products
Realme has announced as many as eight products in China today that include smartphones, TWS earbuds, and more
Lenovo promises to up PC building to meet working from home demand
Employees will continue to work from home after the crisis is over and Lenovo is preparing to meet increased demand for PCs.
No Pixel 4a release date? Google, you’re ceding a major win to iPhone SE 2020
Delaying the Google Pixel 4a could allow the iPhone SE 2020 to steal the crown for the year's best mid-range phone.
Snapchat daily user base in India grows by 120%
Photo messaging app Snapchat says its daily active user base (DAU) in the country has jumped 120 per cent year-on-year in March 2020.
Data of 29 million Indian job seekers leaked to the dark web
As more and more people have been stuck home due to the post Covid-19 lockdowns, the instances of cybercrime for data theft have been increasing.
Save 15% on a pair of Sony WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
Our top-rated headphones have been discounted by AU$70 through Amazon.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 gets ECG approval, but only in South Korea
The long-awaited ECG feature for the Watch Active 2 will soon be enabled, in one country at least.
Memorial Day sale alert: the Apple Watch 5 hits lowest price ever at Best Buy
One of the best deals we've seen in the Memorial Day sale event, you can get the all-new Apple Watch 5 on sale for $299 at Best Buy.
Huawei could still be removed from UK 5G networks
Huawei 5G kit under scrutiny again, but Chinese giant fights back.
44Tbps is officially the world's fastest internet speed
Researchers record fastest internet speed ever using a micro-comb.
Motorola Razr 2 release date may be four months away with big specs boost
The second-gen foldable phone will be a better match against the Galaxy Z Flip when it launches in September
Production on the Apple AirPods Studio has reportedly already started
The production lines have reportedly started whirring to bring the over-ear Apple headphones to market.
The OnePlus rivals to the Apple AirPods could be called Buds
Now we have both a name and a launch month for the wireless earbuds from OnePlus, but very few other details.
Intel and AMD shouldn’t panic yet, but this Chinese vendor has repacked a Xeon CPU
Will the US allow similar exotic products to surface in China or will there be a crackdown?
Covid-19 drives up global mobile app data consumption
Global data consumption has increased in the wake of the Covid-19 related lockdowns and shuttering of businesses
Is Siri continuing to listen in despite Apple's apology?
Apple had apologised to iPhone and iPad users last years after allegations of privacy breaches surfaced following a whistleblower's revelations that he was part of a team that transcribed such recordings.
Here's why you still can't find a webcam anywhere you look
Increasing number of companies asking staff to work from home has led to shortage of office supplies and computer peripherals.
This new iOS jailbreak tool can unlock even the latest iPhones
Hacking group Unc0ver has published a new tool that can jailbreak any iPhone running iOS 11 onwards.
IBM, HP announce major job cuts
Although exact number of layoffs was not confirmed, reports suggest it could be in the thousands.
Microsoft's Memorial Day sale 2020: here are the 7 best deals
Microsoft's Memorial Day sale is underway, and we've rounded up the six best deals on laptops, Xbox One consoles, tablets, and more.
How the first Apple over-ear headphones could beat the Sony WH-1000XM3
The Apple AirPods Studio are rumored to launch in 2020 – but will they ever beat the Sony WH-1000XM3?
Argos online bank holiday sales: today's best home, garden and tech deals
We're bringing you all the very best Argos online bank holiday sales, deals, discounts and much, much more.
Sony's AI-created PS5 soundtracks could react to your playstyle and emotions
Sony's newest patent shows plans to use biometric data to track how you react to games, and adjust its music accordingly
Android 10, One UI 2 updates revived for Samsung devices in India
The rollout of the Android 10, One UI 2 update in Samsung devices that had been halted due to the lockdown is being resumed in India in a phased manner.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT and other rumored XT CPUs could see an impressive clock speed boost
AMD’s potential answer to Intel’s Comet Lake CPUs could boast sizeable base and boost clock speed gains.
Realme Smart TV and Smartwatch make their global debut in India
The Realme smart TV, smartwatch, Neo TWS and a new power bank made their global debut in India today.
Phishing emails disguised as Covid-19 reports
Phishing emails are ingenious and bank upon users' ignorance about safety precautions
Hijackers and thieves are also heading back to work in South Africa
Statistics from the vehicle-recovery sector show that crime levels are getting back to normal as the lockdown is relaxed, says Charles Morgan, operations executive at Netstar.
South African taxpayers to pay for ban on cigarettes and alcohol: expert
The South Africa Revenue Services (SARS) has predicted that it will lose around 15% to 20% of its tax revenue this year as a result of the nationwide Coivid-19 lockdown.
Here’s how many cases South Africa’s top coronavirus hotspots have
As South Africa moves to level 3 lockdown from 1 June, government will take a differentiated approach to deal with those areas that have far higher levels of infection and transmission, says President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Here’s how much Curro’s new online school costs – with applications now open
Curro Online, the new offering from private school group Curro, will go live in mid-June with applications open to all from Monday (25 May).
23,615 confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa as deaths rise to 481
Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has announced that there are now 23,615 confirmed cases of coronavirus in South Africa.
Tiger Brands faces R500 million-plus hit to profit because of lockdown
South African packaged goods group Tiger Brands says that the nine-week high level lockdown has cost it half a billion in profits, as the group faces procurement pressure, global supply chain issues and pricing regulation.
A snapshot of the coronavirus looking at 1% of South Africa’s population
Medical aid group Bonitas has provided a snapshot of how the coronavirus epidemic in South Africa has impacted its members.
Government wants to launch a satellite to help South African students study remotely
As the country’s universities prepare for the move towards level 3 lockdown, the government is looking at possible technologies which could help improve remote-learning in the country, says minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Blade Nzimande,
Gold – the solution to a $5,300,000,000,000 money printing problem
Defend your portfolio against inflation with gold.
Coronavirus hits South Africa’s plans for land expropriation
The plan to amend section 25 of South Africa’s Constitution to allow for land expropriation without compensation has been put on hold due to the ongoing coronavirus lockdown.
New push to allow South Africans to access their retirement funds during coronavirus lockdown
Trade federation Cosatu has submitted an urgent request to Finance minister Tito Mboweni, to allow workers to access part of their retirement fund savings for coronavirus financial relief.
Cape Town based online retailer gets R100 million investment
Cape Town based e-commerce fashion retailer RunwaySale says it has received an investment of R100 million from international private equity firm, SPEAR Capital.
South Africa’s richest people recover some lockdown losses
South Africa’s richest people have seen their fortunes recover over the last month – but many are still worse off than before the global coronavirus pandemic hit home, forcing the country into a nine-week high level lockdown.
5 important things happening in South Africa today
Lockdown level 3 is too little too late, say critics; scientists and academics rally behind professor who dared criticise government; World Health Organisation predicts over 23,600 deaths in South Africa due to Covid-19; and teachers unions push back against plans to re-open schools, saying things are not ready.
Morse, Portnoy and George cover Gerry Rafferty's Baker Street
Neal Morse, Mike Portnoy and Randy George take on Gerry Rafferty's 1978 classic Baker Street in new video
Two people have died and several others injured following multiple incidents off Cornish coast
Two people have died, including a teenager, and several others are injured after getting into trouble off the Cornish coast. Emergency services were called out to several incidents on Monday afternoon, 25 May, following multiple 999 calls. It comes after the RNLI announced there would not be any lifeguards at beaches in Cornwall throughout the weekend.
Coronavirus Q&A: Your questions about schools and universities answered
As the government continues with plans to begin reopening schools in England on June 1, Consumer Editor Chris Choi answers your questions.
What the papers say – May 25
Dominic Cummings’ flouting of lockdown guidelines and Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s defence of his chief adviser lead the papers on Monday.The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Mr Cummings a “cheat” and Mr Johnson a “coward”.
Beijing Warns Americans Are Pushing Countries Toward ‘New Cold War’
(Bloomberg) — The U.S. should give up its “wishful thinking” of changing China, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said, warning that some in America were pushing relations to a “new Cold War.
Inflation remote risk compared with Bank of Canada’s bigger worry — depression-inducing mix of deflation and debt
Kevin Carmichael: In his final speech as Governor, Stephen Poloz seeks to allay fears that the billions being pumped into the economy will lead to runaway prices
Trudeau says he’ll seek 10 days of paid sick leave for all workers
Liberals will also work on other long-term measures to make it easier for workers to stay home when they're ill
Normal People's Paul Mescal is raffling off one of his iconic chains for Pieta House
Calling all Normal People fans! You now have the chance to get your hands on one of Connell's personal chains
Mystery of the naval shell sat in a Devon play park for 100 years
Do you have any information on the Salcombe naval shells?
Structure Fire Near the Santa Barbara Airport
The Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to a structure fire near the Santa Barbara Airport early Monday morning.
Nicholas Hoult found filming sex scenes in new TV show ‘very difficult’
Nicholas Hoult has said he found filming sex scenes for his new TV show “very difficult”. The British actor, 30, admitted he struggled to get through them without bursting into laughter. Hoult
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid lockdown furore
Dominic Cummings is expected to make a public statement later amid growing calls for the prime minister’s most senior adviser to resign for travelling during lockdown. Boris Johnson is also facing
This Morning: Ruth Langsford confronted supermarket shopper who broke lockdown guidance
Ruth Langsford confronted a fellow shopper in a supermarket after they failed to social distance properly. Appearing on This Morning with her husband Eamonn Holmes, Langsford described how a man
Relic trailer: First look at haunted house chiller being called scariest film of the year
The horror film being called the scariest of 2020 has just been given a creepy trailer. Relic – which stars Robyn Neven, Emily Mortimer and Bella Heathcote – first spooked out audiences following its
Celebrity MasterChef 2020: Lady Leshurr, Judy Murray and Pete Wicks join line-up
Celebrity MasterChef will be returning to our screens this summer, and the BBC had just announced the famous faces who will be put through their culinary paces. Grime artist Lady Leshurr, tennis
Man who carried out 'barbaric' circumcision on baby boy jailed for three years
Philip Ogbewe, who is from Nigeria but has been living in Ireland for 20 years, pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment of life
PSNI 'extremely concerned' for missing woman Alwyn O'Brien last seen in Lisburn
Anyone who can help is asked to contact the police
Ireland marks 'day of hope' in pandemic as Taoiseach Leo Varadkar hails 'significant milestone'
The health chiefs revealed no new deaths had been recorded for the first time in over two months
Gardai break up brawl in Cork city as videos of mass fight on residential street examined
A string of serious public order incidents have plagued the city and suburbs over the weekend
Dominic Cummings says 'I do not regret what I did' and refuses to apologise for breaking lockdown rules
Cummings has come under fire after the Mirror and the Guardian revealed that he had traveled 260 miles to Durham from London during lockdown with his wife and four-year-old son
Video of Leo Varadkar enjoying sun in Phoenix Park causes controversy
It has been confirmed the video was taken on Sunday and keyboard warriors have slammed it as being irresponsible
Gardai hailed for special birthday surprise for 90-year-old woman from Ashbourne, Co Meath
Paula Joyce was heartbroken when she had to cancel a big party she had organised for her mum Marita Ryan
Coronavirus Ireland update: No new deaths linked to Covid-19 in Republic of Ireland
This is the first day since the country hasn't recorded a death linked to Covid-19 since March 11
The new rules that could be in place in all Irish barbers and salons when they reopen
When Irish barbers and salons reopen they might not operate like before.
Relatives of Irish teen who plunged to death in balcony fall in Australia 'absolutely heartbroken'
Three men charged with the alleged murder of Cian English in a botched robbery in Brisbane had their case heard in court today
Pedrosa: taking you right into 'the zone'
The MotoGP™ Legend is this week’s guest and you’ll be hearing the Spaniard like you’ve never heard him before
Top German court to rule on VW ‘Dieselgate’ compensation
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Almost five years after Volkswagen’s admission to cheating on emissions tests involving millions of diesel engined cars, a top German court will today finally rule in a battle over compensation for tens of thousands of affected owners. In a preliminary finding in...
Milestones of US human spaceflights
PARIS, May 25 — Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years. First American in space On April 12, 1961, the United States is upstaged by the Soviet Union, when...
Covid-19: Malaysian Medical Association calls for extra preventive measures, testing of foreign workers
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Extra preventive measures should be taken to stop the spread of Covid-19 among the workforce, especially foreign workers, said the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA). Its president Dr N Ganabaskaran said more emphasis should be given to safe physical distancing, the...
With first day of Hari Raya over, Malaysians reminded no more Aidilfitri visits during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Going into the second day of the month of Syawal today means that under the Conditional movement control order (CMCO), people are no longer allowed to continue the tradition of Aidilfitri visits. As part of the move to curb the spread of Covid-19, the government has allowed...
MOH to discuss establishing special care centres for children of Covid-19 frontliners, says deputy minister
TAIPING, May 25 — The Health Ministry will hold discussions to establish a special care centres for children of frontline personnel involved in managing the Covid-19 outbreak. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali said he was aware of complaints from frontline staff who could not send...
Over 200 clubs join Roma in missing children campaign
ROME, May 25 — More than 200 football clubs have teamed up with Roma in a social media campaign to help the search for missing children around the world, the Serie A outfit said today. In a statement, Roma said that some of the game’s biggest clubs, including Barcelona, Real Madrid and European...
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
MELBOURNE, May 25 — Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning up in Perth today after some of the worst weather in a decade. Wind speeds of up to 132 kph were registered at Cape Leeuwin, one of the...
Pakistan goes wild for blockbuster Turkish drama
ISLAMABAD, May 25 — Dubbed the Muslim Game of Thrones, a drama about the makings of the Ottoman Empire has sent Pakistan wild this Ramadan, smashing television records but exposing the country's lack of original content. The Turkish-made series has earned praise for its focus on historical...
Mexico can benefit from Chinese economic slowdown, Lopez Obrador says
MEXICO CITY, May 25 — A slowdown in China’s economy this year should allow Mexico to attract more investment, lure companies and create jobs, Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said today. Speaking at a regular government news conference, Lopez Obrador pointed to forecasters’...
Johor police foil attempt to smuggle RM1.9m drugs to Indonesia
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — Police have foiled an attempt to smuggle 47.6 kilogrammes of syabu worth RM1.9 million following the arrest of two local men aged 22 and 29, at Teluk Sengat, Kota Tinggi, near here on Friday, May 22. Johor Police Chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said...
Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from NC
WASHINGTON, May 25 — US President Donald Trump warned today that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event faces state social distancing restrictions as a result of the coronavirus. The coronavirus pandemic has forced Trump and presumptive...
South African president says lockdown to ease from June 1
JOHANNESBURG, May 25 — President Cyril Ramaphosa announced yesterday a further easing of South Africa's coronavirus lockdown from June 1, allowing the vast majority of the economy to return to full capacity. Africa's most industrialised economy has been largely shut down since late March, when...
Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out
LONDON, May 26 — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign yesterday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 400 km from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight Covid-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from...
French carmaker Renault could close plants and cut jobs, says union
PARIS, May 25 — French carmaker Renault could unveil job cuts and plants closures on Thursday as the company looks to save €2 billion (US$2.2 billion) in costs, a representative for far-left union CGT said today. Renault has called for a meeting with unions on Thursday regarding its cost-saving...
Book sales soar as French Covid-19 lockdown eases
PARIS, May 25 — Book sales in France have soared since the country began to ease its lockdown, rocketing more than 230 per cent in a week, a survey showed today. A study for the trade weekly Livres Hebdo found that from May 11 to 17 bookshops did a roaring trade, with readers desperate to stock...
Genting Malaysia Bhd to undertake MSS, VSS for employees in Covid-19 restructuring exercise
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Genting Malaysia Bhd (GENM) announced today it will undertake mutual and voluntary separation schemes for its employees to further mitigate the adverse financial impact from the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. In an internal memo circulated to its employees sighted by Malay...
Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing
WASHINGTON, May 26 — US President Donald Trump yesterday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death toll from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000. “The Fake and Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin!” the golf-loving...
European football clubs forced to rethink recruitment strategy as Covid-19 impacts transfer market
PARIS, May 25 — Around Europe, football is waking up from the coronavirus shutdown, but it is different to before for players and supporters and it is changing behind the scenes too. While the German Bundesliga returns in stadiums devoid of fans, the sport is preparing for an economic crisis...
Police: Foreign student falls to death from 15th floor of Miri apartment
MIRI, May 25 — A male foreign student studying at a private university here, was found dead on the corridor of the second floor of an apartment early this morning believed to have fallen from the 15th floor of the building. Miri district police chief, ACP Lim Meng Seah, said the deceased, Yahia...
Ismail Sabri: Mandatory letter of undertaking for returning Malaysians available online today
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The letter of undertaking (LoU) for hotel charges that returning Malaysians must complete as part of their documentation will be available online starting today, said Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. The senior minister said that the application form and LoU will be...
Former minister Teresa Kok says ‘history repeating itself’ after Malaysian Rubber Board chairman ‘expedites’ nod for RM100m project in own constituency
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Seputeh MP Teresa Kok criticised today the government’s practice of political appointments when accusing new Malaysian Rubber Board (MRB) chairman Datuk Ahmad Nazlan Idris of rushing a RM100 million project in his parliamentary constituency within a month of his...
Malaysia not keen on Philippines Asean Para Games, already focusing on Vietnam edition
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The Paralympic Council of Malaysia (PCM) stressed that it is not keen to participate in the 2020 Asean Para Games (APG) in the Philippines although a new proposal has been raised for the biennial sporting event to be held on a smaller scale. PCM president Datuk Seri Megat D...
US coronavirus response fatally 'chaotic,' says Noam Chomsky
NEW YORK, May 25 — The United States is on a chaotic path with no federal plan against the coronavirus pandemic as it reduces public health funding and ignores the advances of climate change, according to activist scholar Noam Chomsky, considered the founder of modern linguistics. What follows...
Burnley boss Dyche expecting odd results when Premier League resumes
LONDON, May 26 ― Premier League players will need time to find their feet once the top-flight season resumes and the uncertainty surrounding their fitness and mentality could lead to surprising results, Burnley manager Sean Dyche has said. English football was halted in mid-March due to the...
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where Covid-19 declining
GENEVA, May 26 — Countries where coronavirus infections are declining could still face an “immediate second peak” if they let up too soon on measures to halt the outbreak, the World Health Organisation said yesterday. The world is still in the middle of the first wave of the coronavirus...
Poland new Supreme Court chief accused of political bias
WARSAW, May 25 — Poland’s president tapped a new Supreme Court chief justice today, drawing criticism over her political affiliation with the EU country’s right-wing government. The move follows several controversial judicial reforms, which the EU has said test the rule of law in the country...
Johor supermarket ordered to close for breaching CMCO SOP
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — A leading supermarket in Taman Desa Tebrau here has been ordered to close after it was found to have violated standard operating procedures (SOPs) under the conditional movement control order (CMCO). Johor Health director Dr Aman Rabu who confirmed the matter said the...
CMCO: Do not cheer for mat rempits, Johor police chief warns Malaysians
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — Johor police have urged the public not to cheer mat rempits for their stunts or jeer police for acting against these public nuisance who are violating the law, especially the conditional movement control order (CMCO). He was commenting on a video trending on social media...
Pakistani families mourn plane crash victims, no Aidilfitri celebration
KARACHI, May 25 — As Fazal Rahmaan, 80 and his wife, Wahida Rahmaan, 74, boarded a plane in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Friday, their family's biggest fear was that they might get catch the coronavirus on their way to spend the holiday in Karachi. Instead the couple, who had been married for...
Bayern coach Flick bemoans lack of fans at ‘special’ Dortmund clash
BERLIN, May 25 — Bayern Munich head coach Hansi Flick says the absence of spectators for tomorrow’s top-of-the-table Bundesliga clash at Borussia Dortmund will be a “missing factor”. Reigning champions Bayern thrashed second-placed Dortmund 4-0 last November in front of 75,000 fans at the...
Asia stocks mostly up on lockdown easing but Hong Kong extends losses
HONG KONG, May 25 — Most Asian markets rose today as a further opening up of economies from lockdown offset worries over worsening China-US tensions, while Hong Kong sank again after the city was rocked by protests at the weekend over a controversial proposed security law. While Donald Trump has...
Dancing with disinfectant: China’s nightclubs back in the groove
SHANGHAI, May 25 — Nightclubs in China have mostly come back to life as owners and customers feel increasingly comfortable the novel coronavirus epidemic is under control, but disinfectant, disposable cups and masks have become part of the experience. At 44KW, a club for electronic music lovers...
48 individuals down with food poisoning in Terengganu after eating dessert
KUALA TERENGGANU, May 25 — Forty eight people who suffered food poisoning believed from eating a local dessert (puding buih) which was bought on Friday, have been treated as at noon today. State Health director, Dr Nor Azimi Yunus said out of the 48 victims, 20 were admitted to Sultanah Nur...
China reports 11 new mainland Covid-19 cases vs 3 a day earlier
BEIJING, May 25 — China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported. The commission said in a statement all of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas. Ten of...
Singaporean cooks up Eid feast for migrant workers in lockdown
SINGAPORE, May 25 — As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the fasting month, thousands of migrant workers in Singapore have had to spend the holiday in quarantine because of outbreaks of the novel coronavirus in their dormitories. To cheer them up, Singaporean...
New South Wales urges parents to work from home as schools reopen
SYDNEY, May 25 — Australia's most populous state today urged locals to continue working from home despite schools reopening as the number of coronavirus cases slows. Australia has reported just over 7,100 Covid-19 infections, including 102 deaths, well below figures reported by other developed...
Huddersfield owner says 50 or 60 clubs could go bust in next year
LONDON, May 25 — Up to 60 English lower league football clubs could go out of business if the sport fails to plan for the impact of Covid-19 beyond the current season, Huddersfield Town owner Phil Hodgkinson said yesterday. English professional football has been suspended since March....
Aide to British PM Cummings says he doesn’t regret lockdown trip
LONDON, May 26 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest adviser Dominic Cummings said today that he didn’t regret his decision to drive 250 miles from London to northern England, saying he had not flouted lockdown rules by staying on his family’s farm. “I don’t regret what I did....
Mongolia to maintain strict virus regulations ‘until vaccine found’
ULAANBAATAR, May 25 — Mongolia will maintain strict coronavirus regulations until a vaccine is found, the prime minister said today, raising the prospect of the country being locked down for months to come. Wedged between Russia and China, landlocked Mongolia on March 12 become one of the first...
Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners
KARLSRUHE, May 25 — A top German court ruled today that Volkswagen must buy back a diesel car it modified to appear less polluting, a decision that could influence the outcome of tens of thousands of other “dieselgate” cases. Judges at the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) in Karlsruhe...
CMCO: Roadblocks throughout Malaysia tightened despite no attempts at interstate travels, says Bukit Aman
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — There were no attempts by highway users to make interstate travels on the second day of the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations, said Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Datuk Azisman Alias. “Most of the vehicle movements were within the...
Belgium will not return to tough lockdown, says minister
BRUSSELS, May 25 — Belgium will not return to the strict measures imposed for nearly two months to combat the coronavirus outbreak even if there is a second wave of Covid-19 cases, the country’s interior minister has said. The country of 11.5 million people effectively closed down in mid-March,...
Malaysian mission in Singapore ready to assist woman bus driver return home for husband’s funeral
SINGAPORE, May 25 — The Malaysian High Commission here is ready to assist the Malaysian woman bus captain seen in a heart-wrenching viral video clip to return home for her husband’s funeral. The Malaysian mission is aware of the plight of the woman, who became inconsolable after receiving the...
CMCO: Penang releases guidelines to reopen arts, cultural spaces, says state tourism chief
GEORGE TOWN, May 25 — Penang government has released a set of guidelines to reopen arts and cultural spaces, emphasising on social distancing and other public health requirements mandated by the federal and state governments. In a statement today, Penang Tourism, Arts, Culture and Heritage...
Parks packed, terraces open as Madrid and Barcelona celebrate easing
BARCELONA, May 26 — Hundreds of Madrid residents flooded to the city’s parks as lockdown measures were finally eased in the Spanish capital and in Barcelona, while beaches reopened in parts of the country after months-long closures. As well as reopening the gates of the capital’s parks...
India snake-bite assassin killed wife at second attempt
NEW DELHI, May 25 — After first failing with a viper, an Indian man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife by letting loose a cobra in her room, police said today. Police in the southern state of Kerala said phone records showed the man—named as Sooraj—had been in contact with...
To consumers, Malaysia’s CPI deflation a sign of pandemic hardship
KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — To economists, the sharp plunge in April’s consumer price index was hardly a surprise. The nation was under a partial lockdown for that entire month; businesses shut down and demand plunged. But consumers saw the deflation as a telling sign of something far more...
Moody’s: Pressure keeps rising for Apac companies as coronavirus impact becomes clearer
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Moody’s Investors Service said about 22 per cent of 476 rated non-financial companies in Asia Pacific (Apac) have high exposure to coronavirus disruptions, up from 20 per cent in March, as the effects of the pandemic on companies’ credit quality have...
China media seize on video of HK protesters beating lawyer
HONG KONG, May 25 — Video of Hong Kong protesters beating a lawyer was seized on by China's state media today, becoming a propaganda blow for the city's pro-democracy movement. The assault took place yesterday during a rally against a controversial security law proposed by Beijing that was broken...
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
ANTANANARIVO (Madagascar), May 25 — Madagascar’s government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus. Madagascar’s cabinet held a special meeting yesterday to...
Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules
BERLIN, May 25 — A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted today as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt. A draft policy document from Merkel’s office seen by AFP showed...
Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge
TOKYO, May 25 — A pair of premium Japanese melons sold today for just a slice of the ¥5 million (RM200,720) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard. The melons from Yubari on the northern island of Hokkaido sold for a snip at ¥120,000 at the season’s first auction — 40...
Covid-19: Appreciate behind-the-scene role played by CPRC personnel during Raya, says Dr Noor Hisham
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Staff members from the Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) are among the behind-the-scene personnel who should be appreciated as they continue to work right through the festive period and sacrifice their family time, said Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor...
Iranian fuel tanker docks in Venezuelan port, more underway
VALENCIA (Venezuela), May 25 — The first of five Iranian tankers carrying fuel to Venezuela has moored at a port serving the South American country’s El Palito refinery, the nation’s oil minister said today, and Refinitiv Eikon data showed a second vessel had entered its waters. Iran is...
Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia
BANGKOK, May 25 — A researcher leading Thailand’s push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally. Thailand’s government announced last week its plans to have a...
CMCO: SOP for nurseries based on NSC, MOH’s advice, says Rina Harun
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for childcare centres during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period is subject to the directives of the National Security Council (MKN) and advice of the Health Ministry (MOH), the Women, Family and Community Development...
Australian economy must come off Covid-19 ‘life support’, PM to say
SYDNEY, May 25 — Australia’s economy must not become reliant on government stimulus, Prime Minister Scott Morrison will say tomorrow, as Canberra unwinds state support and accelerates plans to spur growth. Australia has reported just over 7,100 Covid-19 infections, including 102 deaths. That is...
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
SYDNEY, May 25 — Australia today began the first hearings of a powerful inquiry into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, killing 33 people, destroying some 2,500 homes and razing an area the size of South Korea. Fuelled by three years of drought, which experts have...
Survey shows majority of youths agree Covid-19 stimulus package can boost economy
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The majority of youths feel the Economic Stimulus Package will counter the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and boost the national economy. A survey conducted by the Institute for Youth Research Malaysia (IYRES) from April 14 to 24 found that 97. 2 per cent of the 2,928...
Chile's hospitals under strain as coronavirus cases near 70,000, president says
SANTIAGO, May 25 — Chile's healthcare system is under strain and “very close to the limit,” President Sebastian Pinera said yesterday, as the number of confirmed novel coronavirus infections approaches 70,000 after a rapid increase in recent days. The Ministry of Health reported 3,709 new...
Malaysia and Singapore to continue coaction to beat Covid-19 pandemic, says republic's senior minister
SINGAPORE, May 25 — Being close neighbours, Singapore and Malaysia will continue working together in overcoming this difficult Covid-19 pandemic period, said the republic’s Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean. “The unique situation we are facing this year has reminded us of the closeness of our...
Lufthansa state rescue deal agreed in principle, say sources
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Coronavirus-stricken German airline group Lufthansa has agreed in principle a nine-billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) rescue deal that would see the government come onboard as a shareholder, sources told AFP today. With mangers and ministers in agreement, Lufthansa’s...
Japan to end Tokyo's state of emergency
TOKYO, May 25 — Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions today, while the Nikkei reported a plan for new stimulus worth almost US$1 trillion (RM4.36 trillion) to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic. Social distancing curbs were...
Haiti's football boss suspended by Fifa over sexual abuse claims
ZURICH, May 26 ― Fifa have provisionally suspended Haiti’s football federation president Yves Jean-Bart for 90 days while investigations are carried out into claims that he sexually abused young female footballers at the country's national training centre. “In accordance with articles 84 and...
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in Q1
BERLIN, May 25 — A slump in capital investments, private consumption and exports pushed the German economy into a recession in the first quarter, detailed data showed today, giving a glimpse of the damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The Federal Statistics Office said capital investments...
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
BEIJING, May 25 — China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said. Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space programme in an...
Americans make low-key Memorial Day tributes, coronavirus overshadowing events
NEW YORK, May 26 — Americans paid a low-key tribute to those who died serving in the US Armed Forces yesterday, with many Memorial Day events canceled because of the coronavirus epidemic that has killed nearly 100,000 people in the United States alone. In some places, scaled-down ceremonies were...
German government, regions tussle over reopening from lockdowns
BERLIN, May 25 — Germany’s central and regional governments were at odds today over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with allies of Chancellor Angela Merkel warning that scrapping them risks unleashing a new wave of coronavirus infections. The row erupted after Bodo Ramelow,...
Sibu man who breached Covid-19 home quarantine to eat noodles surrenders to police
SIBU, May 25 — A 27-year-old construction site supervisor today surrendered himself to the Sibu Jaya police station after violating the quarantine order at his house and going out to enjoy a plate of noodles. Sibu district police chief ACP Stanley Jonathan Ringgit who confirmed the matter said...
Six women prisoners murdered by inmates in Honduras
TEGUCIGALPA, May 25 — Six women were killed by alleged gang members at a women's prison near the Honduran capital Tegucigalpa, the National Penitentiary Institute said yesterday. The killers broke through gates and the roof of a building at the women's prison in Tamara, 10 kilometers to the north...
Afghan president to free up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners after ceasefire offer
KABUL, May 25 — Afghan President Ashraf Ghani began a process yesterday to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a goodwill gesture after the insurgents proposed a surprise ceasefire during the Eid holiday. The ceasefire appeared to hold as there were no reports of fighting between the...
Covid-19 frontliners’ kids not being singled out, says Dr Noor Hisham of special childcare centres
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The children of Health Ministry (MOH) staff who work as Covid-19 frontliners are not being discriminated against, with plans to open special childcare centres for them, but such measures will be to give them special attention, Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham...
Japan lifts Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh stimulus
TOKYO, May 25 — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said today that Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas later in the day but that it could be reimposed if the pace of infections picked up. Social distancing curbs were loosened for most of the country on May 14...
Covid-19: Sorry, no Raya visitors, says former patient
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Despite the government’s permission for home visits during the first day of Eid yesterday, a former Covid-19 patient decided to keep visitors at bay, throughout Syawal for safety reasons. Reza Huzairi Zainuddin, 41, said although he has recovered, he is taking...
Immigration D-G: 207 undocumented migrants tested positive for Covid-19 in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — A total of 207 of the 13,929 undocumented migrants detained at three Immigration Detention Depots in Peninsular Malaysia have been found to be positive for Covid-19 infection. Immigration Director-General Datuk Khairul Dzaimee Daud said 110 of those infected have been sent...
UK sport a step closer as contact training gets government go-ahead
LONDON, May 25 — Professional sport in Britain moved closer to a resumption when the government published ‘stage two’ of its guidance allowing for close-contact and competitive training. The advice is the next step in a process set to culminate with ‘stage three’ that should see the likes...
Putin back in Kremlin, Russia looks to ease lockdown in some regions
MOSCOW, May 25 — President Vladimir Putin made a rare lockdown appearance in the Kremlin today after officials said improvements in the coronavirus situation may allow Russia to re-open some tourist resorts soon and relax restrictions in many regions. Russia, which has reported the world’s...
Responding to the Covid economy Part 1: Understanding supply and demand shocks — Ong Kian Ming
MAY 25 — It has been more than 2 months since the 18th of March 2020, which was the start of the movement control order (MCO) in Malaysia. The full extent of the negative economic impact domestically will not be known for a few months. But as we approach the 9th of June, 2020, and hopefully, the...
Cologne grab late goals to earn 2-2 home draw with Fortuna
COLOGNE, May 25 — Late headers by substitute Anthony Modeste and Jhon Cordoba allowed Cologne to salvage a 2-2 home draw against Fortuna Duessledorf in the Bundesliga after Mark Uth had missed a penalty for the hosts yesterday. The result put Cologne 10th on 34 points from 27 games while Fortuna...
Japan’s Uniqlo to make masks using underwear fabric
TOKYO, May 25 — Japanese casual clothing chain Uniqlo, owned by Fast Retailing, said it plans to sell face masks made of fabric used for its Airism underwear line in response to strong demand for protective gear for the coronavirus. The company had previously been wary of making face masks, but a...
Malaysia Productivity Corp urges regulators to utilise Unified Public Consultation portal during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) is urging all government ministries and agencies to utilise the Unified Public Consultation (UPC) portal to continue to maintain their stakeholder engagements especially during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period....
France promises ‘significant’ pay hikes for health workers
PARIS, May 25 — Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said today that health workers would soon get hefty pay increases as part of an overhaul of France’s hospital system in response to the coronavirus crisis. “I can say without any ambiguity, the increase will be significant,” Philippe said...
Italy recruits volunteers to control crowds as lockdown eases
ROME, May 25 — Italy’s government will ask some 60,000 citizens to work as volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as it gradually removes coronavirus restrictions, after scenes of street gatherings over the weekend sparked an outcry. Italy is gradually relaxing a nationwide lockdown...
Senior minister: A million thank yous to Malaysia’s Covid-19 frontliners
PUTRAJAYA, May 25 — Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has expressed his gratitude to the frontliners still working on Hari Raya Aidilfitri to help curb the spread of Covid-19. He said that even during Aidilfitri celebrations, operations like public sanitation,...
‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK’s Johnson and aide
LONDON, May 25 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London. Defending one of Britain’s most powerful men,...
Germany mulls €50,000 a month for stricken firms
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Germany’s economy ministry today unveiled plans to ramp up support for hard-hit smaller companies, proposing as much as €50,000 (US$54,000) in monthly aid to help the nation’s vaunted “Mittelstand” survive the coronavirus crisis. The proposal, seen by AFP, is...
France has lowest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths since lockdown
PARIS, May 25 — French authorities reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths yesterday since before a lockdown began on March 17, raising hopes that the worst of the epidemic is over in France. The number of confirmed cases rose by 115 to 144,921, health ministry data...
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
TAIPEI, May 25 — Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with “necessary assistance,” President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing. Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but...
HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism' as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws
HONG KONG, May 25 — Hong Kong's security chief said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied today behind Beijing's plans to introduce national security laws and after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move. Police said they arrested more than...
Talking points from the Bundesliga weekend
BERLIN, May 25 — Talking points from the Bundesliga weekend: Bayern confidence Bayern Munich are brimming with confidence ahead of the top-of-the-table clash at second-placed Borussia Dortmund tomorrow. Hansi Flick’s team enjoys an eight-game winning run in all competitions and top scorer...
Schalke crisis deepens with shock home loss to Augsburg
BERLIN, May 25 — Schalke 04 slumped to a shock 3-0 home defeat by relegation-threatened Augsburg yesterday, their fourth defeat in five games dropping them to eighth place in the Bundesliga. Augsburg’s Eduard Loewen curled in a sensational free kick from 23 metres in the sixth minute and...
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
BEIJING, May 25 — Beijing has warned the US that it will take “every necessary measure” to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong’s special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law. China plans to impose...
Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank
RAMALLAH, May 25 — Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen tomorrow in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said today. The Palestinian Authority declared a health emergency in March and imposed lockdowns after the...
Ismail Sabri: Police pursuing organisers, attendees of wedding at Serdang temple held during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The police will take action against organisers and attendees of a wedding ceremony held at a temple in Seri Kembangan, Serdang last Sunday that involved up to 30 people, said Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He said that the wedding was in breach of the...
Bayer shares jump on report of Roundup settlement
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Shares in German chemical giant Bayer rose sharply today after reports it was close to a mass deal with American plaintiffs who say their cancers were caused by unit Monsanto’s Roundup weedkiller. Bayer stock was up around 5.3 per cent at €60.69 (US$66) in...
Top Egypt medical union warns of health system ‘collapse’
CAIRO, May 25 — Egypt’s top medical union today warned of a “complete collapse” of the country’s health system, accusing the health ministry of negligence in failing to protect healthcare workers from coronavirus. “The syndicate is warning that the health system could completely...
Police: Video of health workers in hazmat suits removing dead body not taken in Brickfields
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Brickfields police said today that a viral video of Health Ministry officials in full personal protective equipment (PPE) transporting a dead body outside a supermarket was not from the district. Brickfields police chief Assistant Commissioner Zairulnizam Mohd...
South African bankers work from home
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Google’s SMS replacement to get end-to-end encryption
Google Messages is reportedly working on end-to-end encryption for RCS messages, according to 9to5Google.
bidorbuy helps South African businesses get back to work
bidorbuy is making it easier for businesses in different sectors to plan for when they may be permitted to reopen.
If you invested R100 in these companies on 1 January 2020, here is how much you would have today
Sasfin Securities deputy chairman David Shapiro has revealed the biggest winners and losers on the JSE, NYSE, and the NASDAQ exchange this year.
Huawei seeks stable chip supply from Samsung and Hynix
Huawei Technologies Co. has sought high-level assurances from Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. they will continue to supply memory chips despite mounting pressure from the U.S. to isolate the Chinese telecommunications company, the Korea Economic Daily reported.
What to do if you are asked for a till slip for your cigarettes
Bheki Cele said that smokers must present a receipt showing when they purchased their cigarettes. MyBroadband spoke to JPSA chair Howard Dembovsky about the legality of this practice.
Impressive Rain 5G performance following network changes
Rain has made changes to its 5G network following complaints about slow speeds and intermittent connectivity issues. MyBroadband tested the network to assess the performance.
China condemns US blacklisting dozens of its firms
China condemned the U.S. adding 33 Chinese entities to a trade blacklist, a move that risks potential retaliation from Beijing as tensions between the world’s two-biggest economies deteriorate further.
Industry insider reveals the true impact of the lockdown on the South African travel industry
An industry insider has provided real-world facts and figures on the impact of the extended lockdown on the South African travel and tourism industry.
iCE3 Exchange gets Callpay Instant Deposits
South African cryptocurrency exchange iCE3 has launched an additional integrated EFT payment gateway on its platform.
Woman suffered internal bleeding after wrong pills given
A senior pharmacist who prescribed the wrong medication to a customer causing her internal bleeding sought to cover up the incident and blame it on...
Strong earthquake strikes near Wellington
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake has struck near Wellington. It struck 34km deep, 30km northwest of Levin at 7.53am, according to Geonet. The quake was...
Cops break up student parties
Police had to shut down several parties in Dunedin at the weekend and officers are reviewing CCTV footage to help them work out who struck a...
Health alliance shows worth
Covid-19 has shown the critical role Alliance South plays in delivering health services across the region, its new chairman says. Cromwell-based...
France reports lowest daily rise since lockdown began
French authorities have reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths since before a lockdown began.
Live: Gathering limit to increase to 100 on Friday
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced the gathering limit will increase to 100 people from noon this Friday. Ardern said the decision was...
Another day of zero Covid-19 cases
New Zealand has again recorded no new Covid-19 cases. The Ministry of Health issued today's update in a press release and there won't be a press...
Increased support payments for newly jobless people
The newly jobless due to the Covid-19 crisis will be able to get $490 a week tax-free for 12 weeks. The Government this morning announced the $570...
Gathering limit to increase to 100 on Friday
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced the gathering limit will increase to 100 people from noon this Friday. This means churches can resume...
Big storm hits Western Australia
Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning up in Perth...
NSW on alert with 1.2m kids on the move
Hundreds of extra security and marshalling officers are out in force across the Sydney transport network as students return to public schools full...
Pilot and instructor turn back the years
The aviation industry is facing a grim time, but its people are helping to keep spirits alive, says a long-time Dunedin flying instructor...
Screening programmes resumed
Nationwide cancer screening programmes are resuming in the South following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, but with new safety protocols in...
Elderly couple say EQC rules causing more stress, delays
An elderly Christchurch couple are crying foul over EQC's site visit policy under Covid-19 alert level 2. This story was first published by RNZ EQC...
South Africa to further ease lockdown
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a further easing of South Africa's coronavirus lockdown from June 1, allowing the vast majority of the economy...
Starting small may lead students to bigger things
Learning how to build tiny houses could set up Dunedin trainee builders for bigger things. The Dunedin Training Centre will offer a new Level 3...
Transfer News: Real Madrid eyeing shock swoop for Celtic ace Kristoffer Ajer
Real Madrid are reportedly eyeing a summer swoop for Celtic defender Kristoffer Ajer, who has also been linked with Manchester City and Leicester City. #Celtic #KristofferAjer #RealMadrid
Transfer News: Chelsea enter the race to sign Mauro Icardi
Chelsea have entered the race to sign Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi, as loan club PSG haggle over the £62 million transfer fee with the Nerazzurri. #ChelseaFC #InterMilan #MauroIcardi
Transfer News: Frank Leboeuf urges Chelsea to sign Kai Havertz instead of Philippe Coutinho
Frank Leboeuf has advised Chelsea to make a move for Kai Havertz, also a target for Liverpool, instead of Philippe Coutinho. A better alternative for the Blues? #Barcelona #BayerLeverkusen #ChelseaFC
Citi warns that coronavirus may push 31 million women into unemployment and knock $1 trillion from world GDP
Global GDP could shrink as much as $1 trillion if a predicted 31 million women lose their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic, Citi has warned....
In race for tourism, Greece reopens cafes, island ferries | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
ATHENS, Greece >> Greece restarted regular ferry services to its islands today, and cafes and restaurants were also back open for business as the country accelerated efforts to salvage its tourism season.
Why this CM is the toast of India
Why this CM is the toast of India. Kerala's Pinarayi Vijayan is a cut above the rest in Indian politics today, precisely in his remarkable ability to look beyond the horizon. His was probably the only government that began planning for the incoming pandemic as early as in February, notes M K Bhadrakumar.
No end to struggle of migrant workers even after reaching home
No end to struggle of migrant workers even after reaching home. The corona-fuelled lockdown having shattered their dreams, they are now walking, cycling and hitchhiking hundreds of miles under an unforgiving sun blazing down at over 40 degrees to reach their homes in an impoverished Bihar, where an uncertain future awaits them.
BJP's Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana for playing cricket
BJP's Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana for playing cricket. The Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party chief asserted he did not break any law. He hit back at the AAP for raising the issue to 'divert attention' of media from allegations of corruption against its MLA Prakash Jarwal who is currently behind the bars.
IAF to operationalise second Tejas squadron in Tamil Nadu on Wed
IAF to operationalise second Tejas squadron in Tamil Nadu on Wed. The Tejas is a fourth generation combat aircraft developed by Aeronautical Development Agency and the Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. It is equipped with fly-by-wire flight control system, integrated digital avionics and multimode radar.
SC allows Air India to fly with middle seats filled for 10 days
SC allows Air India to fly with middle seats filled for 10 days. The SC observed that the government should be more worried about the health of citizens rather than the health of commercial airlines.
Heatwave intensifies in India, Churu hottest at 47.5 deg C
Heatwave intensifies in India, Churu hottest at 47.5 deg C. The India Meteorological Department, which had issued a red colour-coded alert for north India for May 25-26 when the prevailing heatwave conditions are expected to peak, said dust and thunderstorms are likely to bring some relief on May 29-30.
Northeast Delhi overcomes riot scars to celebrate Eid
Northeast Delhi overcomes riot scars to celebrate Eid. In northeast Delhi, Eid this year is a celebration of a long-time friendship that even stood the test of communal riots for some, while for many, it is shorn of any festivities.
India registers biggest single day spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases
India registers biggest single day spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases. Total tally rises to 1,38,845; death toll climbs to 4,021
With over 1.38 lakh cases, India among 10 worst COVID-hit nations
With over 1.38 lakh cases, India among 10 worst COVID-hit nations. The United States leads the world with more than 1.6 million confirmed coronavirus cases, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University.
PHOTOS: Indians catch their first flight after 2 months
PHOTOS: Indians catch their first flight after 2 months. After a gap of two months, domestic passenger flight operations resumed on Monday amid reluctance by various states to open up their airports in view of rising cases of the novel coronavirus.
No Eid sweets exchanged by BSF with Pakistan
No Eid sweets exchanged by BSF with Pakistan. The event was given a miss as the relations between the two countries are strained at present.
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas. The swarms are travelling farther and damaging trees as there are no standing crops for them to feed on, an official said.
Students, migrants take 1st flight home as services resume
Students, migrants take 1st flight home as services resume. Many said they shelled out more to reach the airport as there were limited public transport options available.
'Air travel will come back much bigger'
'Air travel will come back much bigger'. 'The safety regulations drastically reduce the chances of contracting the virus on a two-hour flight.'
Man sneezes at Vir Das for allegedly breaking protocol
Man sneezes at Vir Das for allegedly breaking protocol. Das said the man in the video does not own his doorstep, sit-out, or his house and he wondered if what the man did would qualify as harassment.
Standoff between Indian, Chinese troops in Ladakh continues
Standoff between Indian, Chinese troops in Ladakh continues. People familiar with the situation in the region said the two sides were engaged in trying to resolve the dispute, but there was no indication of a positive outcome yet as both the armies continued to bolster their positions in disputed areas of Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley and Demchok.
5-yr-old reunites with parents in Bengaluru as flights resume
5-yr-old reunites with parents in Bengaluru as flights resume. Vihaan Sharma went on a small holiday to Delhi to visit his grandparents in February. However, that vacation got prolonged as a coronavirus lockdown was imposed pan India in March.
BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark 1st anniversary of Modi govt 2.0
BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark 1st anniversary of Modi govt 2.0. In a communication to state units and other senior office-bearers, BJP general secretary Arun Singh said all big state units will hold at least two virtual rallies and smaller units will hold one, adding that more than 750 people should attend each of these programmes.
630 cancellations as domestic flights resume in India
630 cancellations as domestic flights resume in India. According to aviation industry sources, around 630 domestic flights of Monday were cancelled due to the Centre's Sunday night announcement that there would be no flights in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh, and limited operations at major airports such as Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad.
Preventing infectious swine disease spread with field-based portable device
The impact of swine diseases and other livestock disease outbreaks extends beyond animal sickness and mortality in a highly interconnected world, causing major problems. Following the initial disease ...
Australia's life expectancy stagnates, inequality widens
Growing socioeconomic and geographical inequalities are contributing to a stagnation of Australian life expectancy, new research published in Australian Population Studies shows.
Do political beliefs affect social distancing?
Experts say voluntary physical distancing in the United States was essential to slowing the spread of COVID-19 in the early days and weeks of the pandemic, even before such measures were mandatory. A ...
Seagrasses will benefit from global change
Researchers show that seagrasses will benefit from increases in the temperature and CO2 in the oceans because their capacity to acquire nitrogen will be enhanced, not limiting their growth.
Astronomers see 'cosmic ring of fire,' 11 billion years ago
Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy—described as a "cosmic ring of fire"—as it existed 11 billion years ago.
Worth their salt: Researchers report first case of hexagonal NaCl
Skoltech and MIPT scientists have predicted and then experimentally confirmed the existence of exotic hexagonal thin films of NaCl on a diamond surface. These films may be useful as gate dielectrics for ...
Eating local and plant-based diets: how to feed cities sustainably
How do you feed a city? It is one of the great questions of our time. After all, for a species that ultimately depends on plants to feed ourselves, we do tend to cram ourselves into places that are rather ...
Process to produce well-aligned CNT arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer
A team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in China has developed a new process to produce well-aligned carbon nanotube (CNT) arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer. In their paper published ...
Building bricks from plastic waste
Revolutionary 'green' types of bricks and construction materials could be made from recycled PVC, waste plant fibers or sand with the help of a remarkable new kind of rubber polymer discovered by Australian ...
Africa's COVID-19 recovery should harness the benefits of nature and conservation
Today, as we celebrate International Day of Biodiversity, the global community is called to re-examine our relationship to the natural world. We celebrate this day in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic ...
New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI
Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique developed by researchers at the University of California, Davis offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance ...
Does MRI have an environmental impact?
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have surveyed the amount of gadolinium found in river water in Tokyo. Gadolinium is contained in contrast agents given to patients undergoing medical magnetic ...
Depicting the pollution path between stratosphere and troposphere
Most studies on stratosphere and troposphere exchange (STE) are carried out using model simulations. A new study conducted by Chinese researchers directly revealed the phenomenon through in-situ-measured ...
The 12 questions earth scientists should ask in the next 10 years
The National Science Foundation should invest in new initiatives, partnerships and infrastructure to answer 12 priority research questions relevant to society in the next decade, according to a new report ...
RDE-3 found to add pUG tails to targets of RNA interference and to transposon RNAs
A team of researchers from Harvard Medical School, Nanjing Agricultural University and the University of Wisconsin has found that the protein RDE-3 in nematode worms adds pUG tails to targets of RNA interference ...
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S.—aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff" capsule.
Could theorized Planet 9 be a primordial black hole? Researchers propose method to find out
There are eight classical planets in our solar system, from speedy Mercury to distant Neptune. There are also numerous dwarf planets, such as Pluto and Ceres. While we continue to find more dwarf planets, ...
How drones can monitor explosive volcanoes
Due to the difficult accessibility and the high risk of collapse or explosion, the imaging of active volcanoes has so far been a great challenge in volcanology. Researchers around Edgar Zorn from the ...
Study decodes the complex autotetraploid cultivated alfalfa genome
Improvement of cultivated alfalfa (Medicago sativa), a perennial herbaceous legume and one of the most important forage crops, might be accelerated if agronomically beneficial mutations could be easily ...
Milestones of US human spaceflights
Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years.
How well do Germans understand weather risks?
Many Germans have difficulty gauging the negative impact of weather conditions such as ground frost, heat, or UV radiation. This is one of the key results of a representative survey conducted by researchers ...
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project ...
Motorists on Shrophire's roads get speed limit warning
Drivers are being urged to keep to the speed limit on Shropshire's roads as lockdown eases.
Shropshire Star comment: Universities facing uncertain future
Britain's universities face an uncertain future due to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus.
Bin blaze damages window at premises in Telford
A wheelie bin caught fire behind a property in Telford damaging a window.
No new Shropshire Covid-19 deaths but IT problem means cases unreported for 10 hours
No further coronavirus patient deaths have been reported in Shropshire today - but a national IT error means reports were not made for 10 hours on Sunday.
LETTER: We need more time to negotiate with EU
A reader shares their thoughts on extending the time to negotiate with the EU.
How HomeServe has had to adapt to ensure it is there for customers
The boss of home repairs firm HomeServe today paid tribute to the efforts of his staff to ensure essential emergency work is carried out in people’s homes.
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
Family seeks answers to Len's war
Len Hitchens, like so many others who fought in the war, did not speak about his experiences.
Could new cycle lanes transform Shropshire?
As cycling becomes more popular amid the pandemic, could Shropshire become Britain's answer to Amsterdam?
Dominic Cummings still under fire over lockdown breach allegations
Opposition leaders will hold talks on Tuesday morning to discuss public health messaging amid the row.
Cummings should apologise, says Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon has said Dominic Cummings should apologise and correct the impression other parents should have travelled while infected.
Timeline: How the Dominic Cummings controversy unfolded
Boris Johnson backed his top aide but there has been criticism from Tory MPs, opposition parties, scientists and even bishops.
Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement
Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.
Andy Richardson: Now even cats like Felix can catch Covid-19
Animals are starting to retreat as humans emerge from lockdown. Some, however, are feeling the strain.
Smoke covers A53 as fire crews called to rubber and plastic blaze
Firefighters had to put out a fire involving plastic and rubber in a field near a main road.
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid calls to face sack
The aide travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family.
Shropshire village shop marks 10th birthday but 'lifeline' service continues
Set up following the 2008 recession to support a small village between Newport and Market Drayton, the Cheswardine Community Shop marked its 10th anniversary under lockdown, when the lifeline it provides to villagers is more clear than ever before.
Telford care home receives dose of #KindleKindness
Kindles have been donated to a care home in Telford, after a council funding campaign to tackle loneliness and isolation during lockdown.
Shropshire MP raises constituents' Cummings concerns to senior members of Government
Shropshire MP Mark Pritchard says he's made the views of his constituents clear to senior members of the Government after being bombarded with emails over Dominic Cummings' 260-mile lockdown trip.
Thanks paid to staff and residents after 'smooth' reopening of Shropshire tips
Shropshire Council has thanked residents and operators of the county's tips following their successful reopening.
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.
Man in hospital with multiple injuries after Shrewsbury 'hammer and axe attack'
A man was left with multiple injuries after a violent attack believed to involve a hammer and an axe in Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury charity receives £3,000 to help caregivers
A Shrewsbury charity that is supporting vulnerable people through the coronavirus crisis has been awarded a £3,000 grant to provide support to isolated or bereaved caregivers during lockdown.
London tourists fined by police for trying to visit Llanrhaeadr Waterfall
A car from Telford was reported by police and sent back from Wales after travelling to "check out a caravan" according to police.
Police must establish whether Cummings potentially broke law, commissioner says
The acting Durham police, crime and victims commissioner said there was a ‘plethora’ of additional information which deserved examination.
Farming column: Welcome dairy support for farmers
We have welcomed the Westminster and Welsh Governments' announcements to help support dairy farmers overcome the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
Memorial Day like no other for Americans under coronavirus restrictions
People have been urged to follow social distancing guidelines to avoid a resurgence of the disease.
First Drive: Volkswagen’s T-Roc R takes performance crossovers to a new level
The T-Roc R is a new performance crossover, but is it a niche too far? Jack Evans finds out
Hopes staycations will bring boost for tourism industry hit by Covid
The county's councils are uniting in a bid to lead Shropshire's post-pandemic tourism recovery – amid suggestions that local operators could benefit from a huge rise in 'staycations'.
Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
Train drivers are among the staff who are hosting online sessions to help pupils maintain their skills while studying at home.
Greece resumes island ferry services in bid to salvage summer tourist season
Travel to the islands had been generally off-limits since a lockdown in late March.
Flashback: The Telford & Wrekin Council flag dispute that refused to die down
2003. A rumbling row in Telford in the early years of the new millennium was sending some folk up the pole.
Visitors could be turned away from the Wrekin as traffic chaos continues
Visitors could be turned away from the Wrekin as the council seeks to manage the chaotic traffic seen in recent weeks.
Dominic Cummings has made ‘mockery’ of public health advice, say experts
The senior Government adviser has sought to defend his decision to travel to County Durham.
Telford firm boosts PPE supply with 3D printing
A manufacturing service provider has produced hundreds of face shields for distribution into the NHS.
Two rescued as 60 people gather at disused 'blue lagoon' quarry pool
Two people had to be rescued by firefighters during a bank holiday gathering at a disused quarry pool.
What the papers say – May 26
There is a mixed response from the nation’s papers to Dominic Cummings’s Monday press conference.
Charles dedicates radio show to performers after ‘heartbreaking’ cancellations
The Prince of Wales said his heart goes out to musicians, singers and dancers ‘in these anxious times’.
'Time is right' to reopen Newport railway line as work continues on innovation park
Work is continuing on the high-tech Newport Innovation Park under the lockdown.
Five-hour VE Day busk by Telford veteran helps raise thousands for Severn Hospice
A guitarist has helped raise thousands of pounds for charity with a five-hour sponsored busk on VE Day.
Poundland to open 26 more stores this week
The discount retailer said that while it had kept most of its stores open for essential shopping, around 100 were temporarily shut in March.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
What the papers say – May 25
The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.
‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings
Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.
MP's plea to help Young Farmers
An MP has called on the Government to give a share of a new £150 million fund for charities to Young Farmers' clubs in Shropshire, saying they are on course to lose £50,000 this year due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Common sense urged after sunseekers flock to beaches and parks
People made the most of the bank holiday weather following the relaxation of lockdown restrictions in England.
‘Genuine danger’ Covid-19 could spread again as lockdown lifted – Sturgeon
The First Minister was joined at the daily briefing by Health Secretary Jeane Freeman and interim chief medical officer Dr Gregor Smith.
Buying an electric car: what you need to know
Electrification is a hot topic at the moment, but how do you go about buying one and what do you need to know?
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan has so far avoided the large outbreaks experienced in the US and Europe despite softer restrictions.
Durham Police examine more Dominic Cummings complaints
The force said they received further information from the public on Monday.
Peter Rhodes on a Black Country legend, the EasyJet hack and the return of parliamentary debate.
Read the latest column from Peter Rhodes.
Shops across England can open next month if guidelines met, PM announces
Non-essential retailers will be allowed to open from June 15, provided the guidelines are met along with the five tests for easing the lockdown.
Covid-19 tests and PPE to be delivered to island via drone
The deliveries, which usually involve a 45-minute ferry crossing, will be cut to around 15 minutes.
Firms invited to virtually network
Shrewsbury Business Chamber is inviting its members, supporters and also guests from other businesses in the community to join it for a virtual networking event.
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
Angry Barnard Castle OAPs say Dominic Cummings must go
Reaction was strong in the County Durham market town where the Downing Street adviser was reported to have visited in April.
In Pictures: Basking on the beach in bank holiday sunshine
Sun-seekers seized the opportunity to top up their tans.
Johnson supported Cummings ahead of public interest, Nicola Sturgeon says
Scotland’s First Minister accused the PM of risking public confidence in coronavirus guidelines by keeping his adviser in post.
Universities plan smaller classes and online lectures in return after coronavirus lockdown
Universities are planning to reopen student campuses from next month as they start to adapt to life after the coronavirus pandemic.
The future classics to buy now
Special vehicles are likely to be in demand for years to come.
Duale to know his fate next week as Tuju says no disloyal members will be spared
Uhuru expected to host Jubilee MPs at State House on June 2nd
Kanini Kega accuses Ruto's team of spreading fake impeachment motion
"They should be careful what they wish for"
Kenya announces 72 new cases of Covid19; gov't introduces new safety guideline
Death toll rises to 52
DTM News: Series plans to follow F1 model of running consecutive events at same venue
The DTM is planning to host two consecutive rounds at as many circuits as possible in 2020, emulating the model Formula 1 intends to use to get its season underway
NASCAR News: Hamlin crew members suspended after ballast incident
Three Joe Gibbs Racing crew members have been suspended for four NASCAR events after two large pieces of ballast came off Denny Hamlin's car at the start of Sunday's Coca-Cola 600
The day Irvine showed he was more than Schumacher's subordinate
The 1999 Formula 1 season finished with Ferrari fielding a previously unlikely championship contender. But the first race of that campaign showed that Eddie Irvine could succeed out of Michael Schumacher's shadow
FE News: Audi boss McNish sure Monaco's packed '21 calendar won't upset locals
Plans for Monaco to host Formula E and the Historic Grand Prix alongside Formula 1 next year will not unduly risk upsetting citizens, according to principality resident Allan McNish
MotoGP News: Lorenzo to make Virtual GP debut with Yamaha at Silverstone
Jorge Lorenzo will make his Esports debut on Sunday for MotoGP's latest Virtual GP, which will be staged at Silverstone and feature the Moto2 and Moto3 classes
F1 News: Aston Martin set for first major change since Stroll takeover
Aston Martin looks set to make its first major management change since the arrival of investor Lawrence Stroll earlier this year, with CEO Andy Palmer tipped to be replaced
Live Nation Canada, Budweiser Set At-Home Televised Series With Black Crowes, The Trews
Live Nation Canada and Budweiser are launching a weekly virtual concert series, Budweiser Stage At Home.
Drive-In Concerts Coming to West Virginia This Summer
Charleston will host a drive-in concert on June 13.
DaBaby Rocks the Australian Chart For First No. 1
“Rockstar” rises 2-1 in its fifth week on the ARIA Singles Chart, giving the U.S. rappers their first No. 1 in the land Down Under.
Netanyahu lashes out at 'ludicrous' graft charges as trial begins
The longest-serving prime minister in Israeli history has long claimed to be the victim of a witch-hunt.
Brace for long battle as new swarms of locusts fly into S. Sudan: UN agency
The surge may not be controlled by June.
Guinea Bissau former interim president laid to rest
He died in Portugal’s capital Lisbon on March 17 at the age of 61.
Ethiopia records highest daily Covid-19 rise with 88 new cases
Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.
Nigeria fines UK airline for violating Covid-19 travel ban
The plane had been approved strictly for humanitarian operations.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow down
The country has been spared the worst of the pandemic.
Traffic’s creeping back and some transit to collect fares again
Community Transit and Sound Transit are set to resume fares June 1, but not Everett Transit.
‘Appalled’ judge sentences pastor for theft from Oso victims
“God only knows what darkness in (Gary) Ray’s soul has caused him to do these things,” the judge said.
No parades, but cemeteries open, flags up for Memorial Day
Recognizing the holiday is more complicated this year, but local groups are doing what they can.
Stillaguamish Tribe gives $1M to food banks, fire services
“I had to do a double take,” said the director of the Stanwood Camano Food Bank, which received $300,000.
Memorial Day tradition continues in Lynnwood amid pandemic
Loved ones placed flags at Floral Hills cemetery as bagpipes played in the distance Monday morning.
Alligator Who Survived Second World War Bombing Dies
The reptile, named Saturn, escaped Berlin Zoo in 1943 when it was bombed.
HMS Queen Elizabeth 'One Step Closer' To First Operational Deployment
The carrier has been at sea since late April to prove her readiness for her first operational deployment next year.
'Virus could be here for year' so schools must open, says education secretary
But education secretary admits parents will be nervous about safety of children returning to school.
Coronavirus: Hairdressers offer virtual appointments in lockdown
Salons are giving advice via video chat apps to help people style and colour their hair at home.
Dominic Cummings row: The families who stayed away in lockdown
Members of the public have expressed anger after the PM's chief adviser travelled to Durham in lockdown.
Coronavirus: Weston General Hospital halts admissions
Weston General Hospital has a high number of Covid-19 cases and has temporarily stopped accepting new patients.
Birling Gap: Warning after visitors pictured walking near cliff edges
Photographs show people standing on the edge of chalk cliffs that are prone to collapse.
Huawei: What would happen if the UK ditched the Chinese firm?
Officials are taking another look into Huawei, but the Chinese firm warns against a 5G ban.
Grenfell fears prevent timber building boom
Plans to reduce the height of wood-based properties contradicts advice to increase construction.
Coronavirus: Government draws up plan to rescue key firms
The government could aid strategically important firms affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Teenage girl among two dead after Cornwall sea rescues
The girl was trapped under a boat while a man died after being pulled out of the sea off Cornwall.
Family of exiled top Saudi officer Saad al-Jabri 'targeted'
Saad al-Jabri fled to Canada but officials are going after his children back home, the BBC is told.
Wenger: It Was Very Satisfying When I Saw Liverpool Lose
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has admitted he took a lot of joy at seeing Liverpool's unbeaten run in the Premier League coming to an end earlier this year.
‘Wits Signed A Broken Player’
After spending almost an entire season on the sidelines at SuperSport United, Cole Alexander has found a new lease on life at Bidvest Wits. The midfielder opened up on his rejuvenation at the Clever Boys.
Mayambela Chiefs Talk: 'He Played For A Big Team Before Pirates'
Mark 'Professor' Mayambela encouraged to remain positive and in club hunt.
Pitso: I Had Offers From South Africa…
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane, who last week signed a new bumper four-year contract to keep him at Chloorkop, has revealed he had “offers” from rival clubs in the PSL.
Another Defender Set To Return To Pirates?
After spending the past season on loan with Chippa United, the Siya crew has learnt that young defender Sandile Mthethwa could be heading back to Pirates at the end of the current season.
10 Players Who Won Big Trophies Without Doing Much
The likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are always at the forefront of their teams' triumphs, but here are 10 footballers who won big trophies, such as UEFA Champions League and FIFA World Cup titles, without contributing much.
Why Williams Was Selected As SSU Captain
With Dean Furman’s departure from the club confirmed, SuperSport United coach Kaitano Tembo has revealed why it was a no-brainer choosing the club’s new captain.
Downs Star’s Deal To Follow Pitso Announcement
Mamelodi Sundowns are understood to be preparing another new contract, but this time they will be tying up the finer details of a key player.
Setien Reacts To Messi's Shock Claim
FC Barcelona captain Lionel Messi recently ruffled some feathers when he said the Catalan club cannot win the UEFA Champions League this season. His manager Quique Setien has now reacted to his controversial remarks.
Tlolane: He Wanted Me To Enjoy Myself Again
Tebogo Tlolane On What He Was Told By Eric Tinkler At Maritzburg United
Reports: Liverpool Identify Top Transfer Target
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has reportedly identified his primary transfer target, as the Reds aim to bolster the attack for next season.
EPL Footballer Accused Of Gang Rape
It shocking news, a Premier League footballer has reportedly been accused of taking part in a gang rape during lockdown – here is the latest.
'Middendorp & I Used To Fight!'
Zambian midfielder Noah Chivuta explains further about his disagreements with Ernst Middendorp.
10 Stars Who Were Accused Of Being Arrogant
Stars such as Andres Iniesta and N'Golo Kante are almost impossible to dislike due to their humility, but here are 10 footballers who have been accused of being arrogant, including Cristiano Ronaldo who has often called himself the best player in history.
41 COVID-19 Deaths Linked To Liverpool Vs Atleti Game
After Jurgen Klopp admitted he was distracted ahead of the second leg of Liverpool's controversial UEFA Champions League tie against Atletico Madrid in March, 41 coronavirus deaths have reportedly been linked to that match.
Higuain Linked With Surprise Premier League Return
Juventus star Gonzalo Higuain has been linked with a surprise return to the Premier League, with two clubs reportedly keen on the striker.
Alibaba Drops After Projecting Slowing Growth in Uncertain Times
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. slid after projecting revenue growth will slow this year, reflecting post-Covid 19 economic uncertainty at home as well as the potential for U.S.-Chinese tensions to disrupt its business.
China Defends Tariffs on Australia Barley’s as Relations Sour
China was “prudent” and “restrained” in its use of trade remedy measures according to the nation’s commerce minister, who defended the recent decision to impose anti-dumping duties on Australian barley as being based on evidence.
Mexico City Deaths Rise 4 Times Official Virus Count, Study Says
Mexico City has emitted 8,072 more death certificates this year than it did during the average of the previous four years.
Brazil Toughens Rules to Avoid U.S.-Style Disruptions
Brazil, the biggest exporter of beef and chicken, is betting on a new set of safety standards to avoid the kind of mass processing disruptions that caused meat shortages and price spikes in America.
Business Cheers Plans to Reopen South Africa’s Economy
South African business leaders lauded the government’s plan to substantially ease a nationwide lockdown that’s crippled the economy, even as the number of the coronavirus cases grows exponentially.
ECB Facing Testy Stimulus Debate After Call to Scrap Limits
The European Central Bank looks set for another testy debate after one policy maker floated the prospect of removing what many see as an important limit on its powers.
Japan’s Hottest Stock Is Tiny Maker of $40 Million Machines
The list of Intel Corp.’s annual supplier award winners tends to read like a who’s-who of the semiconductor industry’s biggest names. This year, it included a little-known Japanese company whose machines have become indispensable in the race to improve semiconductors and whose stock has been rocketing up as a result.
New Bank of Canada Governor Faces Stagflation, Rosenberg Says
Incoming Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem will face a combination of rising prices and stagnant growth as the economy struggles to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
Hong Kong Exports Tumble in April as Virus Disrupts Commerce
Hong Kong’s exports fell in April for a second straight month as lock downs imposed by the coronavirus pandemic continued to disrupt global trade and restrict travel.
Macron Set to Unveil Aid for Embattled French Auto Industry
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to announce measures to support the auto industry before other European governments, highlighting the crucial role the sector plays in the economy and how hard it has been hit by the coronavirus pandemic.
Consumer Confidence Inches Higher in Canada, Except for Housing
Consumer confidence continues to show signs of improving in Canada, inching higher for a fourth straight week.
Oil Rallies With Producers Showing Confidence by Hiking Prices
Oil’s recovery from its historic crash last month is barreling ahead, with some OPEC producers displaying signs of confidence that the market is stabilizing.
Rich Chinese Snapping up Luxury Homes From Singapore to Sydney
Rich Chinese home buyers are back.
Bayer Reaches Deals on Big Share of 125,000 Roundup Weedkiller Suits
Bayer AG has reached verbal agreements to resolve a substantial portion of an estimated 125,000 U.S. cancer lawsuits over use of its Roundup weedkiller, according to people familiar with the negotiations.
Trump Visits Baltimore, Dismissing Mayor’s Concerns About Virus
President Donald Trump paid a controversial visit to Baltimore for a Memorial Day celebration on Monday, dismissing the mayor’s warnings to stay away from the city as it grapples with the pandemic.
China Says Hong Kong Judiciary to Stay Independent Under New Law
China sought to reassure Hong Kong that its judiciary would remain independent under a new national security law, as concerns grow that the city may lose one of its key selling points for international companies.
Tech Giants’ Top EU Privacy Watchdog Attacked Over Slow Pace
Silicon Valley’s main data-protection watchdog in Europe came under attack from one of the region’s leading privacy advocates for taking too long to wrap up probes into Facebook Inc. and its Instagram and WhatsApp units.
Only a Few Hedge Funds Made Money in March and April. Here’s How
Father-of-six Nicolas Bryon didn’t get much sleep in March but it wasn’t family duties keeping him up. As global markets crashed, the Sydney-based hedge-fund manager rose every hour to check on his positions and execute trades.
Spain to End Quarantine Requirement for Foreign Travelers July 1
Spain will stop enforcing mandatory quarantine for foreign tourists from July 1, as the country prepares to reboot its key tourism industry.
TikTok's In-App Revenue Skyrockets During Lockdowns
ByteDance Ltd.’s millennial sensation TikTok and its Chinese twin app Douyin ranked top in the world among mobile apps for April revenue, according to Sensor Tower data that excludes games and advertising.
India’s Maharashtra to Start Domestic Flights With Fewer Planes
India’s Maharashtra, home to the nation’s financial hub Mumbai, will resume commercial flights on Monday with reduced domestic services as the state struggles to contain coronavirus infection cases.
Biden Lays Memorial Wreath in First Public Event Since Virus
Joe Biden emerged Monday from his stay-at-home lockdown after more than 10 weeks to mark Memorial Day with a tribute to veterans.
This 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon Has Never Been Driven
The discontinued Dodge Challenger SRT Demon was one of the most potent dragsters ever made, thanks to its 6...
Ferrari's Raucous SF90 Stradale Wakes Up Monaco In New Film Shoot
Expected in the fall, the 2020 Ferrari SF90 Stradale will be one of the most extreme supercars ever produce...
Aston Martin CEO Being Replaced With Mercedes-AMG CEO
Having struggled over the past several months, the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated problems for Aston ...
New Mercedes Steering Wheel Is A High-Tech Wonder
Mercedes-Benz continues to tease its updated Mercedes E-Class coupe and convertible, both of which are slat...
Make Everyone Jealous With This Nissan Skyline GT-R Wagon
While the R32 and R33 are both fair game, the Nissan Skyline R34, the predecessor to today's Nissan GT-R, s...
Watch A Baby Bear Carjack A Mercedes E-Class
The great outdoors can be beautiful but terrifying at the same time. Luckily humans have developed the abil...
New Mercedes SL Is Becoming A Sports Car Again
Concerns have circulated as to whether or not the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is dead, but for fans of the marqu...
Kia's Cheapest Model Will Be An Electric City Car
Kia's getting ready for a full-electric onslaught, with 11 fully electric models on the market by 2025, and...
VW Finds Another Way To Copy Tesla
Like Tesla, Volkswagen sees electric vehicles as the future of private mass transportation. Internal combus...
Angry Neighbor Punishes Ford Mustang Owner With Foam
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Police arrest Utah man suspected of killing his Tinder date
A Utah man was arrested Sunday on suspicion of murder after police say he told authorities he killed a 25-year-old woman he had met on the popular dating app Tinder.
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.
How to participate in Steve Hartman's "Taps Across America"
CBS News 'On the Road' correspondent Steve Hartman is teaming up with retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva to keep the spirit of Memorial Day alive.
Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months
Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.
Ewing out of hospital after being treated for COVID-19
The 57-year-old Hall of Famer, who played for the Hoyas in college and the New York Knicks in the NBA, announced Friday that he had tested positive for the coronavirus and was being treated at a hospital.
Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning raise $20M, win 'The Match'
Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning won 'The Match' .
1st deadlines approach for laid-off workers to get health insurance
The nonpartisan Kaiser Family Foundation estimates that nearly 27 million workers and family members had lost job-based health coverage as of the start of this month.
Lightning strike causes fire, destroys Texas church
A fire caused by a lightning strike destroyed a church in Tom Bean, Texas early Saturday morning.
Trump to attend Wednesday’s NASA astronaut launch in Florida
Vice President Mike Pence, who is chairman of the National Space Council, also plans to attend Wednesday’s launch.
Trump threatens to move RNC without assurances from N.C. governor
Trump's tweets about the RNC, planned for Charlotte, come just two days after North Carolina recorded its largest daily increase in positive cases yet.
2 killed, 7 injured in shooting at large party in rural S.C.
The incident started with a 911 call that complained about noise near Jonesville Saturday night. But about two and a half hours later, someone reported hearing gunshots.
NY Times publishes names of lives lost to virus on front page
They gathered information about victims from across the country and pointed out that they represent only about 1% of the total number.
‘Get out of here’: Girl, 10, scares off would-be burglar from Calif. home
The girl's father says the suspect attempted to steal a golf cart from the home.
NHL will allow players to train in small groups in Phase 2
The National Hockey League has announced it will allow clubs to reopen their training facilities in the second phase of its plan.
South Carolina teen creates business to help with mask shortage caused by COVID-19
A South Carolina teen decided to start his own mask business to help with the shortage caused by COVID-19.
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style 'Right Stuff' capsule.
Two arrested for trying to smuggle drugs worth R10m from Mozambique
The two were travelling together in a truck from Mozambique to South Africa when they were nabbed at the Lebombo border post near Komatipoort on Monday.
UK PM’s top aide Cummings defies calls to resign after breaking lockdown
Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.
WHO suspends hydroxychloroquine trial as Covid-19 treatment
The WHO stressed the need to keep up with physical distancing measures and to scale up efforts to test and detect cases.
China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law
Hong Kong has become the latest flashpoint in soaring tensions between the world's two superpowers which China has likened to 'the brink of a new Cold War'.
Africa Day: Covid-19 has multiplied SA’s hardships, but continent will rise – Thandi Modise
'We have faced these threats over centuries, we have not given in; we have persevered, we have grown and we shall overcome.'
26 people test positive for Covid-19 at Mediclinic Cape Town
Mediclinic said it had arranged self-isolation accommodation for those in need of it, and managers will check in with staff every day.
Justice sector budget cuts ‘will negatively impact SA’s corruption fighters’
The department further expects a budget cut to hinder Legal Aid SA's ability provide legal representation for the indigent and vulnerable citizens.
Help to eradicate WC’s 18,000-test backlog, Mkhize – Winde
The province had 14,978 confirmed cases of Covid-19, according to Monday's statement. Of these, 7,221 people had recovered, and 318 people had died.
A world redrawn: US coronavirus response fatally ‘chaotic,’ says Noam Chomsky
The United States is on a chaotic path with no federal plan against the coronavirus pandemic as it reduces public health funding and ignores the advances of climate change, according to activist scholar Noam Chomsky, considered the founder of modern linguistics.
Ndlozi invites derision for saying ‘lockdown was for the white community’
The EFF's former spokesperson has tried to sell the idea that white people are now happy to reopen the economy at the expense of 'disposable black workers'.
Staffer at a Cape Town primary school tests positive for Covid-19
This comes as some teachers returned to schools on Monday in preparation for the return of Grade 7 and 12 pupils.
Educators Union threatens legal action over ‘unsafe’ reopening of schools
Eusa's lawyers are meeting on Tuesday to discuss possible legal action against the department over the return to schools.
Covid-19 deaths top 4,000 in under-fire Sweden
Sweden's death toll has far surpassed the tolls in neighbouring Nordic countries, which have all imposed more restrictive containment measures.
There should be public comment on Level 3 regulations – DA
The DA is aware that the president has consulted 'widely' on the decision to move to Level 3, but they also want a list of the people he has consulted with.
Teachers need more time to prepare – Sadtu KZN
On Sunday, Sadtu KZN had joined the voice of many other unions calling on its members to stay home and not return on Monday.
Western Cape’s disaster management bracing for stormy weather
The SA Weather Service warned that there would be more snow and gale force winds on Tuesday morning - and, for those at sea, there would be high seas.
DA calls for special inspector-general to prevent graft in relief fund
The party also threatened to table an amendment to the Special Appropriations Bill, should Mboweni not adhere to the request.
Lost walkers ‘met by police’ as mountain rescue team receives first call-out of lockdown
Police are said to have met a group of walkers after they sparked a Scottish mountain rescue team's first call-out of the lockdown at the weekend.
Coronavirus: Pandemic puts paid to Carnoustie panto
The pandemic has had an early impact on Courier country’s panto season.
Fans create beer to celebrate Dundee United promotion – and support charity during coronavirus
A craft beer made specially for the play about the life of Dundee United legend Jim McLean, has been given a new lease of life supporting a local charity during the coronavirus outbreak.
High profile artists pass on skills to next generation in Dundee
Two high-profile artists are passing their skills on to the next generation of talent at Dundee University.
‘It’s really difficult’: Lorraine Kelly reveals heartache as father admitted to hospital
Lorraine Kelly has told of her heartache at being separated from her elderly father after he was taken into hospital.
Coronavirus: What did Dominic Cummings do during lockdown?
Boris Johnson's chief aide has not been out of the headlines this Bank Holiday weekend; here's everything you need to know.
MP demands answers over Brexit impact on North Sea helicopter safety
An MP has demanded answers from the UK Government over the future of post-Brexit safety rules for North Sea helicopters.
Perthshire bus drivers latest key workers to receive hand sanitisers from local distillery
Perthshire bus drivers have become the latest key workers to receive donations of hand sanitiser from a local distillery.
Crieff golf club becomes latest to announce reopening date
A Crieff golf club has become the latest to announce its reopening date.
High-spec equipment will allow Ninewells Hospital to double testing capacity
Ninewells Hospital has doubled its coronavirus testing capacity after new equipment was delivered from South Korea.
Abertay student with sight loss develops horror game for blind people
A Tayside student with sight loss has used his own experiences to create a horror game for people who are blind.
University club comes to aid of Fife families seeking refuge from domestic abuse
Families seeking refuge from domestic violence can now stay connected thanks to support from St Andrews University students.
Coronavirus: How outdoor classes could be future of schools after lockdown
Teachers may need extra training to deliver outdoor lessons, as the Scottish Government explores new ways for safer learning once lockdown eases.
Perth and Kinross recycling centres set to reopen next week with distancing measures in place
Recycling centres across Perth and Kinross are being prepared for reopening from June 1 for domestic waste.
Prime Minister is ‘taking the public for fools’ with ‘farcical’ defence of Dominic Cummings, says Ian Blackford
Boris Johnson is under increasing pressure to sack Dominic Cummings today, with the SNP accusing the prime minister of "taking the public for fools".
Perthshire men’s support group ‘delighted’ to secure £10k funding support
A Perthshire support group for men has secured £10,000 in National Lottery funding.
Fife firm team up with Scotland football legend to help homeless
A Fife business has struck up a striking partnership with a former Celtic, Manchester United and Scotland football legend in an effort to support the homeless.
‘We will forever love him’: Heartbroken parents pay tribute to popular Fife teen who died in road tragedy
The heartbroken parents of a Fife teenager killed in a road tragedy say they have lost "the perfect person".
Coronavirus: Nicola Sturgeon unable to rule out link between delayed discharge patients and care home deaths
Nicola Sturgeon has said she acted with “thought and care” around the discharge of hundreds of untested hospital patients into care homes but admitted she cannot rule out links to a deadly wave of coronavirus.
‘Virtual voices’ launched in Perth for online weekly music workshops
A regular singing group has relaunched online to adapt to current social distancing guidelines.
Nicola Sturgeon says Dominic Cummings should apologise to nation for flouting lockdown rules
Nicola Sturgeon has called on Boris Johnson's chief adviser to admit he made a mistake and apologise to the nation over an alleged breach of coronavirus lockdown rules.
Tayside and Fife golf courses say they are ready to reopen this week
Golf courses across Tayside and Fife are driving forward with plans to reopen on Friday after almost 10 weeks of closure.
Perth woman appears in video for virtual Chelsea Flower Show with lily collection
A Perth woman's fascination with flowers features in a new video made as part of this year's virtual Chelsea Flower Show.
Walkers blamed for kicking down fence at Kinross golf club so they can gain access to grounds
Kinross Golf Course has been targeted by vandals who tore down a fence in a lockdown wrecking spree.
Coronavirus: Details on test, trace, isolate still to be released, admits First Minister
Key details of the Scottish Government's test, trace and isolate plans "vital" to the next phase of lockdown restrictions being rolled out will not be revealed until days before the review takes place.
Coronavirus: Pamis offers ‘digital passports’ to help disabled people communicate during lockdown
A equality charity has encouraged families to create a "digital passport" that could help disabled people communicate during lockdown.
Police investigating assault with intent to rape as woman, 25, fights off man in Fife park
A woman fought off a potential rapist in a Fife park at the weekend.
Coronavirus: Dundee skip sites to re-open under strict controls
Riverside and Baldovie recycling centres in Dundee will re-open to the public on a restricted basis from next Monday.
Claims poaching and fly tipping rife at Perthshire and Fife reservoirs
A fisheries manager says the coronavirus crisis has been "a nightmare" with reservoirs in Fife and Perthshire plagued with poaching, fly tipping, and anti-social behaviour during the lockdown.
‘Botched PR exercise’: Scottish politicians react to ‘special’ press conference by special adviser Dominic Cummings
Scotland's politicians have had their say in response to the unprecedented press conference conducted by the Prime Minister's special adviser, Dominic Cummings.
‘It’s very worrying’: Jobs axed and fears for tourism industry in Perthshire town as hotel permanently closes
The closure of a landmark Perthshire hotel has sparked fears for the local economy as the coronavirus lockdown takes its toll on tourism in the area.
Woman, 18, appears in court charged with murder following death of Fife teen
An 18-year-old woman has been charged with murder following the death of a teenager in Fife.
Emergency services at the scene after collision on the A92 in Fife
Emergency services attended a road accident on the A92 in Fife.
10 scouting reports that saw greatness coming
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Do you know the SB leaders at every position?
Our trivia series on position-by-position leaders continues today by testing you on the stolen base leaders at each spot in the lineup -- including pitcher and designated hitter. With all due respect to the likes of Roger Bresnahan, Frank Chance and Ty Cobb, this quiz will only consider players who
Canada to ramp up COVID-19 testing and tracing, recommend digital app
Works closely with Apple and Google.
UK eyes cuts to Huawei's 5G network involvement in wake of COVID-19 - report
Could have no involvement by 2023.
Telstra CEO wants NBN upgrade paths reflected in govt policy
Calls for telcos to be unshackled from past policy and decisions.
QBE moves 15,000-strong global workforce onto Microsoft Teams
Within three months.
AusPost temporarily digitises mailrooms of 40 govt, finance firms
Creates 'basic' service for customers that couldn’t operate internal mailrooms.
GBP/USD: All ears to the ground for Brexit themes ahead of June 30
GBP/USD is currently trading at 1.2192 and slightly higher at the start of the week. Investors remain bullish on the relaxation of lockdown measures w
USD/JPY: Bulls targeting 108.00 catch a breath amid mixed clues
USD/JPY buyers catch a breath near 107.70 at the start of Tuesday’s Asian session. While the absence of traders from the UK and the US seems to have l
US Dollar Index pushes higher and approaches 100.00
The greenback, in terms of the US Dollar Index (DXY), is extending the march north to the vicinity of the key barrier at 100.00 the figure on Monday.
GBP/USD: Bad news on all fronts – Rabobank
Sterling is facing pressure on a variety of fronts. The prospect of more monetary policy stimulus, a deep recession and political uncertainty is set t
USD/CHF surrenders early gains to 1-week tops, still comfortably above 0.9700
The USD/CHF pair struggled to capitalize on its early uptick to one-week tops and now seemed headed back to the lower end of its daily trading range.
CFTC Positioning Report: EUR net longs at multi-month lows
These are the main highlights of the CFTC Positioning Report for the week ended on May 19th: Speculators trimmed their net longs in the euro to the lo
EUR/JPY bounces off lows near 117.00
The now better tone in the single currency is giving EUR/JPY extra wings, pushing it above the key 117.00 mark at the beginning of the week. EUR/JPY f
NZD/USD is perched on a fragile branch, struggles to break higher
NZD/USD is trading at 0.6100, +.01% on the day as we head into the early Asian open. The pair has traded between a range of 0.6083 and 0.6108 on what
AUD/USD pares early losses, registers modest gains near 0.6550
The AUD/USD pair started the week with a small bearish gap but didn't have a hard time erasing its losses with the risk-on environment helping the AUD
EUR/GBP Price Analysis: Remains confined in a range near mid-0.8900s
The EUR/GBP cross continued with its struggle for a firm near-term direction and remained confined well within a one-week-old narrow trading band arou
USD/JPY clings to gains near 50-day SMA, bulls await a move beyond 108.00 mark
The USD/JPY pair edged higher on Monday and was last seen trading near the top end of its daily trading range, around the 107.70-75 region. The pair m
Australian PM Morrison rolls out plan to save economy as China slaps tariffs on country's exports – Sputnik
Early Tuesday morning in Asia, Sputnik came out with the news conveying the details of the Aussie PM Scott Morrison’s plan to combat China’s recent pu
GBP/USD: Falling this year before a very modest rebound in 2021 – HSBC
GBP is particularly vulnerable in a world driven by fiscal dynamics. The UK's status as a foreign debtor and the resurfacing of Brexit create further
AUD/USD Price Analysis: Upper end of the contracting triangle caps gains
The AUD/USD pair is currently trading largely unchanged on the day at 0.6530, having faced rejection at 0.6550 during the early Asian trading hours. T
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD meets a plateau as global CODVID curve peaks
The price of XAU/USD is at $1,727.88, -0.45 and has sunk from a high of $1,735.67 falling to $1,721.61 on the day. Gold is a complicated mix of deflat
EUR/USD: Geopoliticals risks can send the euro down
EUR/USD has been under pressure amid intensifying Sino-American tensions while objection to the Franco-German plan is weighing on the euro. Yohay Elam
EUR/USD: Bulls need a better-than-expected German IFO Expectations Figure
EUR/USD is looking to extend its two-day losing run on Monday amid the broad-based demand for the American dollar. Even gold, a classic safe-haven ass
Gold Price Analysis: Trades with modest losses, downside seems limited
Gold traded with a mild negative bias through the mid-European session amid the prevalent risk-on mood, albeit has managed to defend the $1722 horizon
CCL Stock Price: Carnival Corp may kick off the short week on a positive note, reasons
Americans are enjoying the long Memorial Day weekend and may have spare time to plan a longer vacation – perhaps on a cruise ship. Scenes of people cr
Forex Today: Dollar in demand amid high Sino-American tensions, thin liquidity expected
Here is what you need to know on Monday, May 25: The new week has kicked off with dollar strength as the US and China have kept tensions high. Thin li
USD/CNH Price Analysis: Symmetrical triangle breakout on daily chart
USD/CNH gained ground on Friday as the escalating US-China tensions over Hong Kong weighed over the offshore Yuan. The pair closed at 7.1452, confirmi
AUD/USD snaps two-day losing streak to extend recovery above 0.6500
AUD/USD remains modestly positive around 0.6540/45, up 0.11% on a day, amid the Asian session on Monday. Although the US-China tension keeps Aussie bu
China points direction for post-pandemic world – The Global Times
The Global Times reports that China is "pointing out the correct direction - improving and reforming globalization; upholding multilateralism - for th
USD/JPY looks to end day near 107.70 with small gains
The USD/JPY pair is fluctuating in an extremely tight 15-pip range on Monday as US investors enjoy a long-weekend in observance of Memorial Day. As of
Australia's exports fell 12% in April
The value of both Australian exports and imports decreased in April 2020 although demand for resource commodities remained strong, according to the la
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD is consolidating gains at the start of the new trading week
XAU/USD is consolidating the recent gains while hovering above $1700 per troy ounce and the main SMAs on the four-hour chart. Gold bulls need a break
German IFO’s Economist: Economy sees light at the end of the tunnel
Following the release of the final German IFO Business Survey, the institute’s Economist said that the economy sees light at the end of the tunnel. Ad
USD/MXN: Slight relief for the peso – CIBC
The initial market reaction to Banxico’s cut to 5.5% suggests that the decision was not more dovish than investors were expecting, according to analys
Globe and Mail: Canadian PM Trudeau asks bank CEOs for views on economy, coronavirus relief – Reuters
Early Monday morning, Reuters came out with the news, relying on the Globe and Mail, to convey that Canadian PM Just Trudeau seeks guidance to determi
China: Fiscal stimulus to add 3.2ppt to GDP growth in 2020 – Standard Chartered
Economists at Standard Chartered Bank quantify the impact of the Chinese fiscal stimulus as the 2020 budget amounts to a fiscal stimulus of 5.2% of GD
When is the German IFO survey and how it could affect EUR/USD?
The German IFO survey for May is due for release later today at 0800 GMT. The headline IFO Business Climate Index is seen firmer at 78.3 versus 74.3 p
S&P 500: The market is not going to fall off a cliff again – Charles Schwab
Q1 earnings season is virtually over. While the S&P 500 chart is showing a consolidation, Randy Frederick from Charles Schwab wouldn’t be surprised if
USD/JPY Price Analysis: Sticks to modest gains near 50-day SMA, around 107.70 region
The USD/JPY pair held on its modest daily gains through the early North American session and was last seen trading near the top end of its daily tradi
USD/JPY: Downside potential is limited
The USD/JPY pair trades around 107.70, unable to attract investors after Japan announced it will lift the state of emergency in all the country, Valer
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD portrays falling wedge on hourly chart below 1.2200
GBP/USD rises to 1.2191, up 0.15% on a day, during Monday’s Asian session. In doing so, the Cable pair extends its recoveries from Friday’s low of 1.2
S&P 500: The market ended on a positive note in 17 of the past 23 presidential election years – Charles Schwab
Interest in the next presidential election and its potential impact on the market increases exponentially as we approach Election Day. While the outco
GBP/USD Price Analysis: The upside is likely to remain capped near 1.2200 confluence hurdle
The GBP/USD pair gained some positive traction on Monday and for now, seems to have snapped three consecutive days of winning streak. The pair refresh
Copper: The pace of long positions to slow down – TDS
Copper continued to benefit from surging risk appetite as speculators once again added to their long positions, strategists at TD Securities report. C
Germany's DAX 30 Index: German stocks closes at highest since early March, Lufthansa & Bayer lead the way
The DAX finished the first day of the week at its highest level since the beginning of March. The rally was supported by a better-than-expected Ifo in
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD down by $6 in Asia, weekly chart shows bullish trend exhaustion
Gold, a safe-haven asset, is flashing red at press time even though the growth-linked currencies like the Aussie dollar are struggling to gain altitud
WH Adviser O’Brien: US will likely impose economic sanctions on Hong Kong and China if …
Speaking on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday, White House National Security Adviser Robert O'Brien said, “the US will likely impose economic sanctions
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD - Great Recession vs. 2020 coronavirus crisis
The gold futures contract gained 0.79% on Friday as it slightly retraced Thursday decline of 1.7%. On Thursday it extended a downward correction from
USD/COP: Limited enthusiasm for the peso to drag the pair to 3600 by year-end – CIBC
Economists across the board have revised the Colombian GDP lower. Luis Hurtado, an analyst at CIBC Capital Markets, forecast the USD/COP pair trading
EUR/USD: Time to buy a ticket for the 1.20 level – Nordea
It is probably too optimistic to expect both common EU debt and a widespread regulatory roll back, but it may be worthwhile buying a EUR lottery ticke
AUD/NZD: The key 1.10 resistance looms on the horizon – Westpac
The AUD/NZD recovery is backed by Australia’s stronger external position. Economists at Westpac Institutional believes a test of the 1.10 key resistan
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD down by $6 in Asia, weekly chart shows bullish trend exhaustion
Gold, a safe-haven asset, is flashing red at press time even though the growth-linked currencies like the Aussie dollar are struggling to gain altitud
EUR/USD Price Analysis: Peeps above 1.09, but range play continues
EUR/USD is looking to begin the week on a positive note. The pair is currently trading at 1.0905, representing marginal gains on the day. However, des
AUD/JPY: Bearish case getting cheaper as each session passes
AUD/JPY has been on the bid at the start of this week and despite ongoing geopolitical tensions that have weighed on commodity markets. There has been
WTI consolidates the bounce above $33 mark amid intensifying US-China tensions
WTI (July futures on Nymex) is defending minor bids on the 33 level after having failed several attempts to take out stiff resistances aligned near th
USD/JPY: Off intraday top, still above 107.00, as trade sentiment dwindles
USD/JPY retreats from the intraday high near 107.80 to 107.65 amid the early trading session on Monday. Although news of Japan’s likely removes of sta
GBP/USD: No reasons for sterling to spring back up
While Brits are enjoying their spring bank holiday – albeit under lockdown restrictions – sterling may continue suffering, according to FXStreet’s ana
Gold Futures: Correction lower on the cards
Open interest in gold futures markets shrunk for the second session in a row on Friday, this time by around 2.5K contracts according to preliminary fi
ASX 200 Index: Australian shares start out the week 1.5% higher
Australian shares have started the week on the front foot, despite the growing concerns over the US and Chinese relations. Instead, markets are gearin
EUR/GBP alternates gains with losses near 0.8950
The now better mood in the British pound is forcing EUR/GBP to ease some ground following last week’s peaks in the 0.9000 neighbourhood. EUR/GBP faile
GBP/USD retraces three-day losses below 1.2200 on UK/US holiday
GBP/USD seesaws around 1.2180, up 0.05% on a day, during the pre-European session on Monday. In doing so, the Cable pair snaps the previous three-day
WTI: Off daily highs, still above $33.00, as US-China tension looms
WTI drops to $33.45, down 0.6%, while heading into the European session on Monday. The black gold recently benefited from the news suggesting ease of
Japan Economy Minister Nishimura: State of emergency no longer needed in any region of country
As noted, Japan is seeking to end its state of emergency this week and in recent headlines, Japan Economy Minister Nishimura is on the verge of making
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD mildly heavy below $1,750, looks to US-China tension for clues
Gold prices drop to $1,731, print 0.20% loss, intraday low of $1,730.37, by the press time of Tokyo open on Monday. Although fresh risk-off sentiment,
NZ PM Ardern: Will raise limits on social gatherings to 100 people from May 29
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern recently crossed wires, via Reuters, while showing readiness to ease the coronavirus (COVID-19)-led restrictions on soci
USD/BRL: Political headwinds facing the real – CIBC
USD/BRL continued its upward trend, approaching the 6.0 mark. Luis Hurtado from CIBC Capital Markets sees political tensions and a dovish BCB to weigh
Australia’s Treasurer Frydenberg: Wil not make wholesale changes to wage subsidies
In an interview with local broadcaster Seven Network on Monday, Australia’s Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said that the government has no plans to make “w
GBP/USD clings to modest gains, bulls await a move beyond 1.2200 mark
The GBP/USD pair edged higher through the early North American session and was last seen trading near the top end of its daily trading range, just bel
China's Deputies brainstorm support for businesses – Global Times
The Global Times is reporting how Chinese Deputies to the ongoing National People's Congress have suggested that the government work out more measures
AUD/JPY erases gains on lingering US-China tensions
The early risk-on tilt seen in the financial markets has faded, as evidenced by AUD/JPY's pullback from the session high of 70.58 to 70.30. The JPY cr
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD mildly heavy below $1,750, looks to US-China tension for clues
Gold prices drop to $1,731, print 0.20% loss, intraday low of $1,730.37, by the press time of Tokyo open on Monday.
EUR/USD: The global outlook points to be positive for the euro – Danske Bank
While EUR/USD briefly went above 1.10 last week, the cross ended lower on the potential for a renewed US-China skirmish and EU hashing out its interna
Asian stock market: Bears keeping the reins as Hong Kong issue intensifies
With the US-China raw over Hong Kong bill hitting risk sentiment across the board, Asian shares remain depressed ahead of the European session on open
GBP/USD: All signs are bearish for the pound
GBP/USD Monday's four-hour chart is pointing to losses for the cable, Yohay Elam, an analyst at FXStreet, reports. Commerzbank agrees with this view,
Natural Gas Price: Futures point to further correction
In light of advanced figures from CME Group for Natural Gas futures markets, open interest extended the choppy activity and shrunk by almost 1.3K cont
EUR/USD Price Analysis: Flat-lined below 1.0900 mark amid holiday-thinned liquidity
The EUR/USD pair lacked any firm directional bias and seesawed between tepid gains/minor losses through the early North American session on Monday. Th
Japan said to start giving out travel vouchers from end-July – Jiji
The Japanese media outlet, Jiji Press, reported on Monday, Japan’s government is considering starting to give out travel vouchers from end-July. Trave
Forex Today: Dull start to the week
What you need to know on Tuesday, May 26th: It was a dull start to the week, with the US and the UK on holiday. Those equities markets that were opene
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD taking advantage of a softer US dollar and slight risk-on tones
GBP/USD is currently trading at 1.2192 and slightly higher at the start of the week. Investors remain bullish on the relaxation of lockdown measures w
US unemployment rate could rise to above 25% - Goldman Sachs
Analysts at Goldman Sachs now estimate the US unemployment rate could rise to above 25%. The jobless rate was previously forecasted to peak at 25%. Th
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD looking to the upside
At the end of last week, the GBP/USD exchange rate consolidated at 1.2180. During Monday morning, the rate maintained its consolidation. Note that the
US President Trump: I'm getting it all back (from China)
US President Donald Trump has been crossing the wires on Monday, US time. Trump has tweeted, Great reviews on our handling of COVID-19, sometimes refe
EUR/CHF: SNB looking to contain Swiss franc action – CIBC
The SNB has managed to avoid EUR/CHF breaching 1.05, though it has traded at lows since the end of Q1, per CIBC Capital Markets. Dont’s miss: Diminish
Iran’s Oil Minister: Demand for oil is ‘very vague’
The demand for oil is ‘very vague’, Iran’s Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zangeneh said on Monday. He added that no one can predict crude prices, which are
Gold trades with modest losses, holds above $1722 support zone
Gold met with some fresh supply on Monday, albeit lacked any strong follow-through selling and was last seen trading with only modest losses, just bel
President Trump's adviser compares China's handling of coronavirus to Chernobyl
The US national security adviser Robert O’Brien on Sunday drew parallels between China's handling of the coronavirus outbreak and the Soviet Union’s c
GBP/USD: Near-term downside risks into mid-year – CIBC
This month, the cable has lost around 2.5%, and analysts at CIBC Capital Markets expect near-term headwinds to persist. Stay up to speed with Yohay El
USD/CAD: Oil to refrain the loonie recovery – CIBC
Oil prices are still sitting at low levels, and the trend back to risk assets looks vulnerable, so analysts at CIBC Capital Markets don’t expect the l
India among 10 worst-hit Covid-19 nations as cases jump; air travel reopens
India has reported another 6,977 cases, taking its total to 138,845.
In phone call, PM Imran and Erdogan decide to enhance cooperation against Covid-19
Turkish president offers Eid greetings, condoles loss of lives in Karachi plane crash, says PMO.
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where Covid-19 is declining
Says epidemics often come in waves, which means virus could come back later this year in places where first wave has subsided.
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
"Bullets and repression are not the way to deal with the aspirations of Hong Kong's people for freedom and democracy."
CSP officer among three shot dead in North Waziristan
Jirga elders demand govt to control violence after recent spate of killings, warn of protests.
United States Air Force Band pays tribute to fallen service members with powerful performance
CULPEPER, Va. (WSVN) — The United States Air Force Band honored fallen service members ahead of Memorial Day. The band posted a video showing Technical...
The US Air Force is removing height restrictions for pilots, which will allow more women to serve
(CNN) — The US Air Force has removed its minimum height requirements for prospective pilots, doing away with a barrier that had disadvantaged women. Previously,...
Hundreds took part in a parade celebrating the first birthday of a boy who lost both his parents in the El Paso shooting
(CNN) — A Texas community hit by terrible tragedy months ago came together over the weekend to celebrate a survivor’s first birthday. Paul Gilbert Anchondo was two...
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler’s dies in Moscow
MOSCOW (AP) — An alligator that many people believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The zoo said the alligator,...
Scientists discover giant fiery doughnut-shaped galaxy
(CNN) — A team of scientists has discovered a galaxy that looks like a “cosmic ring of fire” and could help us understand more about how galactic...
Americans are crowding public places and officials fear possibility of spikes in coronavirus cases
(CNN) — At a glance, it may look like many Americans have long forgotten about the dangers of coronavirus. Crowds packed beaches in Florida, Maryland, Georgia,...
Massive fire destroys a quarter of Pier 45 at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf
(CNN) — A four-alarm warehouse fire that broke out at Pier 45 in San Francisco has been contained, the city’s fire department said Saturday afternoon....
Newly identified gene may have contributed to rapid evolution of COVID-19
An international team of researchers has identified a previously uncharacterized gene within the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) genome that may be important in understanding the origins and evolution of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Researchers recombine entire chromosomes with CRISPR/Cas technology
The CRISPR/Cas molecular scissors work like a fine surgical instrument and can be used to modify genetic information in plants.
SARS-CoV-2 is uniquely adapted to infect humans
The novel coronavirus pandemic has sparked much debate on its origin, with some suggesting it may have been laboratory-grown. Previous studies, however, mentioned that it is zoonotic in nature, which means that the virus jumped from wild animals and found its way to humans.
Pinpointing SARS-CoV-2 origin with new predictive model
Researchers in the United States and Canada have developed a combination of predictive statistical models that could help guide decisions about which animal species should be prioritized for detecting the origin of novel potential zoonotic viruses such as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).
Protests in Ecuador against job, wage cuts, over virus
Demonstrators defied coronavirus restrictions to march in cities across Ecuador on Monday in protest against President Lenin Moreno's drastic economic measures to tackle the crisis.
Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president
Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs showing the ruling party's candidate on track for victory following last week's poll.
France's first transgender mayor vows to wake up village
France's first transgender mayor has vowed to wake up her village in northern France after taking office at the weekend in a step hailed by activists as a breakthrough.
Parks packed, terraces open as Madrid and Barcelona celebrate easing
Hundreds of Madrid residents flooded to the city's parks as lockdown measures were finally eased in the Spanish capital and in Barcelona, while beaches reopened in parts of the country after months-long closures.
Partygoers celebrate as Iceland's nightclubs reopen
Iceland's dancefloors once again pulsed to the beat as the country's nightclubs reopened on Monday after a nine-week closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.
European pools and gyms slowly reopen but seniors wary
European gyms and pools began reopening Monday as the coronavirus lockdown eased in countries including Germany, Iceland, Italy and Spain, but some elderly patrons remained wary of taking the plunge.
Spain health workers protest at virus shortages
Spanish health workers on the front line of the fight against coronavirus gathered on Monday outside hospitals in the Madrid region to rally against shortages of protective equipment.
First Iranian oil tanker docks in Venezuela
The first of five Iranian tankers carrying much-needed gasoline and oil derivatives has docked in Venezuela and a second one entered its waters, the government said on Monday amid concern in Washington over the burgeoning relationship.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.
Dominic Cummings: UK PM's top aide who flouted virus lockdown rules
Dominic Cummings became British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's trusted lieutenant after helping him score stunning ballot box successes.But his tactics and abrasive personality made enemies across the political spectrum.
Top German court to rule on VW 'Dieselgate' compensation
Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on emissions tests involving millions of diesel engined cars, a top German court will on Monday finally rule in a battle over compensation for tens of thousands of affected owners.
Unease in Greece as restaurants, cafes reopen
Restaurants and cafes across Greece opened ahead of schedule Monday as the country prepared to launch a shortened tourism season vital to its economy.
First Spanish beaches to reopen as lockdown eases
Coronavirus lockdown measures will finally be eased for people in Madrid and Barcelona from Monday, while elsewhere in Spain the first beaches are due to reopen.
Suriname votes in poll crucial for convicted-killer president
Suriname went to the polls on Monday with strongman President Desi Bouterse seeking a third term, battling to hold onto power to avoid spending his twilight years in prison after being convicted of murder.
Afghan govt frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for second day
Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival.
Putin makes Kremlin appearance as virus restrictions ease
President Vladimir Putin made a rare recent appearance in the Kremlin on Monday as Russia prepares to ease lockdown restrictions imposed over the coronavirus pandemic.
Mongolia to maintain strict virus regulations 'until vaccine found'
Mongolia will maintain strict coronavirus regulations until a vaccine is found, the prime minister said Monday, raising the prospect of the country being locked down for months to come.
Sorrow for new Afghan parents after hospital attack
Zia Gul gave birth to her daughter just an hour after escaping from gunmen who rampaged through a Kabul maternity ward, and now struggles to reconcile motherhood with the trauma of the attack.
Beijing vows to shield firms from US sanctions over Xinjiang
Beijing on Monday vowed to shield a Chinese government institute and eight companies sanctioned by the US over alleged human rights violations in the restive Xinjiang region, where China is accused of mass repression of mostly Muslim minorities.
Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules
A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted Monday as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl.
Russian prosecutors seek 18 years for ex-US marine in spy trial
Russian prosecutors on Monday called for a former US marine charged with spying to be sentenced to 18 years in prison, after a closed-door trial denounced by Washington and his family.
Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected
A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.
Sex offenders, bullying and number plates: China's parliament proposals
As delegates gather in Beijing for the annual session of China's rubber-stamp parliament, some of them have put forward proposals for laws relating to a wide range of everyday matters.
Iran reopens key shrines after two-month virus closure
Iran on Monday reopened major Shiite shrines across the Islamic republic, more than two months after they were closed, as it reported its lowest deaths from coronavirus since March.
Weather iffy for SpaceX astronaut launch
Aside from a threat of bad weather, NASA and SpaceX confirmed Monday that everything is all-systems-go for their upcoming rocket launch with two American astronauts.
Thailand enters global race for vaccine with trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper, alternative coronavirus vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021, a top researcher said Monday.
Europe lifts virus shutters as Japan ends emergency
Europeans flocked to parks, gyms and pools on Monday as more countries eased coronavirus restrictions, while Japan lifted its state of emergency but urged vigilance to avoid another wave of infections.
Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge
A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen ($46,000) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard.
Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash
Privacy concerns over Qatar's coronavirus contact tracing app, a tool that is mandatory on pain of prison, have prompted a rare backlash and forced officials to offer reassurance and concessions.
Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds
A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts of the grounds, police said.
First test of Virgin Orbit rocket fails to accomplish goal
The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.
Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan
Hong Kong's security chief on Monday welcomed China's plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed to defeat
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
Trump Pats Himself On The Back For Waiting Longer Than Usual To Visit His Golf Club
President Donald Trump was on the defensive on the morning of Memorial Day after he spent the weekend at his...
‘It Feels Good To Be Out Of My House’: Biden Makes First In-Person Appearance In 2 Months
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden attended his first in-person event in months Monday since he started self-isolating at his Wilmington...
WHO Halts Trial Of Trump’s Anti-Malaria Drug After Study Finds Higher Mortality Rate In COVID Cases
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesu announced on Monday that the organization is temporarily suspending its drug trial...
Columbia Doctor Defends University After Trump Bashes ‘Liberal’ Institution Over Damning COVID Study
Dr. Craig Spencer, the director of Global Health in Emergency Medicine at Columbia University, defend his colleagues on Sunday night...
Trump: 'I have a chance to break the deep state'
President Trump predicted he would come out victorious in his war against the "deep state."
Trump defends golf outings as US coronavirus death toll nears 100,000
President Trump vented over being criticized for playing golf over Memorial Day weekend as the coronavirus death toll nears 100,000 in the United States.
Democrats: Trump lacks 'serious plan' to increase coronavirus testing
Four top Democrats accused the Trump administration of not having a real national strategy for coronavirus testing.
Hillary Clinton thanks Andrew Cuomo for 'making responsible decisions to keep people safe'
Hillary Clinton lauded New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's response to the coronavirus pandemic and thanked state leaders for keeping people safe on Memorial Day.
Federal judge rules Florida felons don't have to pay fines before registering to vote
A federal judge struck down a Florida law requiring felons in the state to pay all court fees and fines before voting.
WHO suspends hydroxychloroquine trials
The World Health Organization is temporarily suspending the use of hydroxychloroquine from its global study into experimental treatments for the coronavirus.
Car thefts skyrocket as vehicle owners stay inside during coronavirus pandemic
People have been washing their hands more than ever, but some car thieves still have sticky fingers.
Trump aims to cut red tape tying up doctors
The White House is aiming to cut occupational regulations permanently for doctors and nurses that have been suspended temporarily during the pandemic to spur economic growth, a top adviser to President Trump said.
Republican says Flynn judge may have ‘conflict of interest’ after hiring personal attorney
A Republican congressman said he found it peculiar that the judge overseeing Michael Flynn’s case hired a prominent lawyer as an appeals court reviews his decision not to dismiss the case against President Trump’s former national security adviser immediately.
Missouri salon may have exposed 140 customers to coronavirus
Dozens of Great Clips clients in Missouri may have left the salon with more than a new haircut.
Protesters hang effigy of Kentucky governor near state Capitol
Protesters frustrated by Kentucky's response to the coronavirus hung an effigy of Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear on a tree in front of the governor's mansion in Frankfort.
Whitewater prosecutor predicts indictments in John Durham's Russia investigation
Former Whitewater prosecutor Robert Ray expects prosecutions in U.S. Attorney John Durham's inquiry into the Russia investigation.
Obama team was 'afraid' Flynn would find improper access to NSA data, Joe diGenova says
The Obama administration was "afraid" retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn would find out about improper access to National Security Agency data as President Trump's national security adviser, according to former U.S. Attorney Joe diGenova.
Republicans sue to stop Newsom from sending mail-in ballots to all California voters
Republican groups are challenging Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to send a mail-in ballot to every registered voter in California.
Tri-state manhunt underway for suspect in Connecticut double homicide
Police in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania are on the lookout for a 23-year-old man suspected of killing two people as part of a larger crime spree over Memorial Day weekend.
Trump says he's no longer taking hydroxychloroquine
President Trump said he has finished taking hydroxychloroquine, an anti-malaria drug he took to protect against the coronavirus.
'Alive by the grace of God': Allen West being released from hospital after motorcycle crash
Former Florida Rep. Allen West is being released from the hospital to his home in Texas after suffering multiple injuries in a motorcycle crash.
Gyms flex legal muscle in lawsuit against Michigan Gov. Whitmer to lift coronavirus restrictions
Gym owners in Michigan have lawyered up in their battle against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer over state-imposed restrictions meant to stem the tide of the coronavirus.
Richard Grenell confirms he will step down as ambassador to Germany
Richard Grenell confirmed on Sunday that he would be leaving his post as ambassador to Germany around the same time he concludes his work as the acting director of national intelligence.
Two dead after shooting at massive block party in South Carolina
A teenager was one of two people killed in a shooting at a massive block party in Jonesville, South Carolina.
'Fake news': Maryland congressman denies 'dispute' with White House staffer at Memorial Day event
A spokesman for Maryland Rep. Andy Harris denied the congressman got into an argument during a Memorial Day visit to Fort McHenry with President Trump after a reporter traveling with the group overheard him yelling.
MFA GMC/GDC Srinagar deplores 'abusive' behaviour of police after senior doctor allegedly thrashed
After a senior doctor alleged that he was assaulted by the police, a doctors’ association on Monday issued a statement, “deploring” what it termed as
Jammu lawyer, 63, dies of Covid-19, J&K toll rises to 22
The death toll due to the novel coronavirus in J&K has gone up to 22 after a sexagenarian lawyer died at a hospital in Jammu, officials said on
Two militants killed in Kulgam gunfight, operation on: IGP Kashmir
Two militants were killed in an ongoing gunfight with the security forces in Khur Hanjipora area of South Kashmir's Kulgam district on Monday, reports
First flight lands at Jammu airport from Delhi as domestic air travel resumes
After the restart of domestic air travel in the country, the first flight landed at the Jammu airport from Delhi on Monday morning. The Air India flight
40% travel, tourism firm staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months: Report
Around 40 per cent companies operating in the travel and tourism sector are staring at the risk of complete shutdown over the next 3 to 6 months, says a
Record 6,977 new COVID-19 cases in India in last 24 hours; death toll climbs to 4,021
India registered biggest single day spike of COVID-19 cases for the fourth consecutive day on Monday with 6,977 new infections, reported in the last 24
Kulgam woman tests positive for Covid-19 after death; J&K toll 23
The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 23 in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday after an elderly woman from Kulgam district of south Kashmir, who died couple of
Six flights carrying 562 stranded passengers arrive at Srinagar Airport
With Government resuming domestic flight operations across the country, six domestic flights carrying about 562 passengers, who were stranded at different
Not only holding polls, being arrested also part of political process: NC leader
Holding Assembly elections in the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir should not be the only goal of mainstream politicians and being arrested is also
Gunfight breaks out in south Kashmir's Kulgam
A gunfight broke out between militants and the security forces in Khur Hanjipora area of south Kashmir's Kulgam district on Monday. According to news
Elaborate arrangements made at Srinagar airport as air travel service resumes
Elaborate arrangements were made at the Srinagar airport to receive first flights after commercial air travel service resumed operations after two months
Infectious Diseases Block equipped with superlative facilities inaugurated at SKIMS
Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) today crossed another milestone to further strengthen advanced patient care services with
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's
Oil firms set price hike whopper: P2.30 per liter of diesel
Pump prices could go up this week by as much as P2.30 per liter effective Tuesday to reflect the movement of oil prices in the world market.
Cleaning crews ready for reopening in post-pandemic US
Tables, chairs, counters, doors: reopened US businesses and restaurants will have to focus on thorough disinfecting if they want to lure customers, and cleaning companies are preparing for an explosion in demand.
Bolsonaro rallies with supporters amid virus surge
President Jair Bolsonaro hit the streets Sunday for a rally with his supporters, ditching his face mask and breaking social distancing measures even as coronavirus cases surged in Brazil.
Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as virus slows recovery
Victims of Australia's catastrophic bushfires are still living in tents, garages, and makeshift shelters months after the blazes ended, with efforts to rebuild their lives hampered by the coronavirus pandemic.
Bolivia ex-health minster held in pre-trial detention over virus scandal
Bolivia's ex-health minister has been remanded in custody over a corruption investigation into over-priced ventilators to fight the novel coronavirus, the attorney general said on Sunday.
US bans Brazil travel over virus surge as Europe keeps easing
The United States suspended travel from Brazil over an explosion of coronavirus infections in the South American nation, but across the Atlantic, many parts of Europe were set to further ease lockdowns on Monday after slowing their COVID-19 outbreaks.
'It's kind of glum': US farmers worry as crop prices dip
Dave Burrier steered his tractor through a field, following a GPS map as he tried to plant as much corn as possible amid the yellow and green rye covering the ground.
Rody's Eidl Fitr call on Muslims: Be living examples of faith
President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday declared May 25, 2020 a holiday as he called on Muslim Filipinos to be “living examples” of Islamic faith as the world celebrates Eid’l Fitr while grappling with the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected
A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon: embassy
A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter.
First Spanish beaches to reopen as lockdown eases
Coronavirus lockdown measures will finally be eased for people in Madrid and Barcelona from Monday, while elsewhere in Spain the first beaches are due to reopen.
UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.
Postpone school year—solon
A house leader on Sunday appealed to the Department of Education (DepEd) to postpone the resumption of classes this year instead of resorting to online instruction.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview.
Taiwan foreign minister featured in British magazine's June issue
Joseph Wu explains to Monocle necessity of Taiwan's participation in WHO, nation's relationship with China
UK reportedly to phase out Huawei from 5G network
Decision comes as many countries reexamine their relationship with Beijing
Chinese, Indian troops engage in border conflicts
2 skirmishes have occurred so far this month as talks break down again
China may lose control of three strategically important ports amid coronavirus fallout
Changing political tides may cost China control over ports in Australia, Israel, Sri Lanka
Foreigners join 'Stuck in Taiwan - Best Place to Be' for help
Nearly 300 foreigners stranded in Taiwan form Facebook group to seek help with housing, work
How to find out when your home will be worth £1million
Zoopla has a calculator which will tell you which year your property's value will hit the million pound mark
Gogglebox viewers shocked as Jenny moves out of Lee's caravan
The revelation was made on the Channel 4 programme
Lockdown breach: Boris Johnson's top aide Cummings says he drove to tourist attraction to test his eyesight
He said his sight had been affected by his illness, and he wanted to check if he would be able to drive back to London from northern England
Trudeau will push provinces to give workers 10 days of paid sick leave as Canada grapples with COVID-19
Trudeau says the Liberals will also work on other long-term measures to make it easier for workers to stay home when they're ill
Do this before you upgrade your phone: Back up your data and wipe it clean
Tempted to upgrade to a shiny new iPhone or Galaxy device? Or perhaps you're waiting for the Google Pixel 4a announcement?
German govt to climb aboard at Lufthansa in virus rescue
Berlin will climb aboard airline giant Lufthansa as its largest shareholder in a nine-billion-euro ($9.8 billion) rescue if investors and competition authorities agree, as the coronavirus-stricken carrier ...
ELASTIC software architecture advances urban mobility in Florence
Current trends in the field of big data analytics in the context of smart cities show a need for original software ecosystems upon which advanced mobility functionalities can be developed. These new architectures ...
Artificial intelligence for optimized mobile communication
While many European states are currently setting up the 5th generation of mobile communication, scientists are already working on its optimization. Although 5G is far superior to its predecessors, even ...
Digital device serves up a taste of virtual food
We're used to measuring our digital devices by how fast they are, how clear the sound is, how crisp the display is, how large the storage capacity is.
Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners (Update)
A top German court ruled Monday that Volkswagen must buy back a diesel car it modified to appear less polluting, a decision that could influence the outcome of tens of thousands of other "dieselgate" ...
A model that estimates tactile properties of surfaces by analyzing images
The ability to estimate the physical properties of objects is of key importance for robots, as it allows them to interact more effectively with their surrounding environment. In recent years, many robotics ...
The coronavirus pandemic highlights the need for a surveillance debate beyond 'privacy'
The coronavirus pandemic has stirred up a surveillance storm. Researchers rush to develop new forms of public health monitoring and tracking, but releasing personal data to private companies and governments ...
Biden wants Amazon to 'start paying their taxes'
Former Vice President Joe Biden has renewed his criticism of e-commerce giant Amazon, once again turning the company into a political football that has been kicked around by presidential candidates on ...
Swiss contact-tracing app uses Google, Apple APIs: Trial begins as country opens up
Today sees the start of the pilot phase for the long-awaited tracing app jointly developed by teams at ETH Zurich and EPF Lausanne on behalf of the federal government. Switzerland is the first country ...
Virus-hit Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Pandemic-hit Fiji Airways fired more than half its workforce Monday, as travel restrictions put the islands' vital tourism sector in deep freeze and reduced the national carrier's revenue to "virtually ...
Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash
Privacy concerns over Qatar's coronavirus contact tracing app, a tool that is mandatory on pain of prison, have prompted a rare backlash and forced officials to offer reassurance and concessions.
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant for one dollar
Struggling New Zealand media giant Stuff Limited was sold in a management buy-out deal for the symbolic fee of NZ$1.00 (US$0.61), the group's Australian owners Nine Entertainment announced Monday.
Ernie Johnson's emotional TV segment before 'The Match 2' gets strong reaction from viewers
Johnson expressed what many people around the U.S. are feeling in his opening monologue.
Surge in chess popularity creates drama, friction among grandmasters
Hikaru Nakamura is among the big names at the center of a debate for the future of the chess community.
Nationals' World Series ring features some bizarre math and a baby shark
Breaking down the team's explanation for the number of stones on its celebratory jewelry.
Patriots might not see Jarrett Stidham as NFL ready: 'Brian Hoyer will be the starter'
A former New England linebacker is skeptical of Stidham's chances of starting the 2020 season under center.
'The Match 2' results: Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning beat Tom Brady and Phil Mickelson
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Joao Felix suffers knee injury in Atletico Madrid training
Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix has suffered a knee injury in training, the club has confirmed, as sides across La Liga continue preparations for a return to action next month behind closed doors.
Jim Montgomery on Stars dismissal, road to sobriety: 'That firing was deserved'
The Dallas Stars fired the second-year head coach on Dec. 10 citing
Paul Pierce confirms beef with LeBron James started after he spit at Cavs' bench
Spitting is not a good way to make friends.
Lance Armstrong '30 for 30' documentary: 'I don't know' whether doping caused cancer
Armstrong answered a point-blank question about the disease that became a huge part of his success story.
NHL Phase 2: Details, what's allowed, next steps for 2019-20 season return
Players will be able to hit the ice in small groups once Phase 2 commences, which is reportedly happening in June.
NASCAR at Charlotte results: Brad Keselowski wins crazy Coca-Cola 600
Sporting News tracked live race updates and lap-by-lap highlights from the Coca-Cola 600.
Lance Armstrong says stepfather 'beat the s— out of me' as a child in '30 for 30' doc
Armstrong's stepfather admitted to driving him
Kovacic backing Lampard to help him become goal-scoring star for Chelsea
Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic believes he is working with the perfect manager in Frank Lampard to add the qualities to his game that he is currently missing.
Former UNC point guard Ty Lawson calls out Roy Williams in Instagram story
Lawson recently received love from fans, being voted as the program's all-time fan-favorite point guard, but it seems like there's some love lost between him and his former coach.
Former Cam Newton teammate says Panthers mismanaged injuries for years: 'They’ve been doing him wrong'
Newton has had several notable injuries over the past few seasons, and a former teammate attests that it's a result of the Panthers' mismanagement.
'Appalling' and 'unprovoked' attack at hotel car park
One victim suffered a broken jaw and lacerations to his eyelid in the attack
Dominic Cummings 'does not regret' lockdown travel as he addresses nation
Several Conservative backbenchers have joined calls from opposition parties for Mr Cummings to quit or be sacked
A fleet of these quirky-looking bikes will soon be hitting the streets of Nottingham
The cycles are already popular in Holland, Germany and Denmark
Nottingham hour by hour weather forecast as temperatures set to stay high in coming week
The upcoming week looks set for more sunshine and high temperatures
How a deer had to be rescued from a police station
'It seems as though wildlife is getting used to quieter towns and less traffic on the roads'
BMW left stranded on Skegness beach as coastguard issues warning
'Help us to help you. Stay off the sand.'
Investigation into Langar fire to 'continue' as fire crews leave the scene after four days
The service have handed over the site back to the owner
Why Mansfield has the lowest number of coronavirus cases in Nottinghamshire
'I think from people I've spoken to in the community really understands the risk'
The teacher who went above and beyond to check in on his pupils
'I wanted to see if everyone was okay and bring a smile to the kids’ faces'
Inside the Nottingham labs where drug research experts look for new treatments during pandemic
They are working together on the discovery and development of new therapeutics
Poignant video shows how NCT buses have continued through lockdown
"It's been a tough time for us all and your support means a lot."
Earthquake recorded in the Monchique region
The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA) recorded an earthquake of magnitude 2.6 on the Richter scale on 24 May, with an epicentre four kilometres from Monchique.
Back In 1979, Nintendo's President Said Everyone Should Copy Each Other's Ideas
"We need to abandon this idea of secrecy"
Feature: Delays And Customer Communication Blackouts - What's Going On With Dispatch Games?
UPDATE: Another statement from Dispatch, two months after the last
Feature: XCOM 2 Collection Port Specialists Virtuos On Bringing The Series To Switch
"This process is like squeezing water from a sponge"
Random: Sonic Boom Won't Be Returning, According To Television Show's Executive Producer
"There will be no season three"
Feature: XCOM 2 Collection Port Specialists Virtuos On Bringing The Series To Switch
"This process is like squeezing water from a sponge"
Monolith Soft Explains Why Xenoblade Chronicles On Switch Contains A New Epilogue Story
"There were two reasons"
China hits out at US for blacklisting firms
China condemned the US for adding 33 Chinese entities to a trade blacklist, a move that risks potential retaliation from Beijing as tensions between the world’s two-biggest economies deteriorate furth
Arabian Sea may throw in own surprise ahead of monsoon
Cyclonic circulation off Kerala coast bears watching
Uttar Pradesh looks to provide employment, insurance to migrant workers
The State looks to set up a commission to workers’ rights, and to provide them socio-economic-legal support
Farmers, NGOs oppose KCR’s regulating farming plan
Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao’s plan to regulate farming in the State has met with strong criticism from farmers, farmers’ unions and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working in th
Slight increase in Covid-19 cases post relaxation but situation under control: Kejriwal
A week after Delhi government announced some relaxations in the lockdown conditions there has been slight increase in number of Covid-19 cases reported, but the situation seems under control so far, i
Heat wave drives Delhi’s peak power demand to season high of 5,268 MW
Expected to touch last year’s peak of 7,409 MW by July: Tata Power-DDL
Venkaiah Naidu reviews preparedness for holding regular Parliament panel meetings
With air and rail travel starting in a graded manner, Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu reviewed the preparedness of the secretariats of both Houses of Parliament for regular meetings of departmen
More time needed to open up air travel in Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray
Lockdown cannot be lifted abruptly, next 15 days crucial, says CM
Tamil Nadu records 805 new Covid-19 cases on Monday; employees from private firms test positive
Employees in some of the companies in and around Chennai are now reporting positive for Covid-19.Nokia Solutions and Networks India shut its Sriperumbudur plant after about 20 of its employees tested
Covid-19 update: India registers another big spike in cases with 6,977 new infections
However, the number of active Covid-19 cases is 77,103, while 57,720 people have recovered from the virus, the Union Health Ministry said
Opposition to form panel soon to draft action plan against Centre
Workers’ rights, deaths due to hunger and negligible relief package to be discussed
NDP makes support for suspending Commons contingent on permanent sick leave
The Liberals over the weekend proposed to waive ‘normal’ House of Commons
‘Inclusive, affordable’ South Surrey project aims to meet ‘desperate’ housing need
Public consultation on 91-unit ‘Harmony’ to launch online next month
UPDATE: One person dead, two in critical condition after Highway 1 collision in Langley
A man and woman were taken to hospital in critical condition
Cullen commission into money laundering in British Columbia resumes today
Inquiry was called amid growing concern that illegal cash was helping fuel real estate, luxury car and gambling
Vancouver Island hasn’t seen a new homegrown case of COVID-19 in two weeks
Island’s low and steady transmission rate chalked up to several factors
Gathering limits make it a ‘great time to be building a pipeline:’ Alberta minister
Both Alberta and B.C. have increased their limits to 50 people for outdoor gatherings
Eight people arrested in Victoria homeless camp after enforcement order issued
Those living in tents were given until May 20 to move indoors
Trudeau, Singh pressed on parties’ decisions to access COVID-19 wage subsidy
All three parties have said donations have dropped further since the COVID-19 pandemic began
Food inspection agency says variety of vegan chocolate bars contains milk
The agency says the allergen alert was prompted by consumer complaints
COVID-19: B.C. park reservations surge as campgrounds reopen
Keep trying, many sites not reservable, George Heyman says
Dr. Henry ‘encouraged’ as B.C. records two days of single-digit COVID-19 case increases
Four people have died due to the virus in the past 48 hours
RCMP facing ‘systemic sustainability challenges’ due to provincial policing role
Provinces, territories and municipalities pay anywhere from 70 to 90 per cent of the cost of the RCMP’s services
Surrey cadets need new home as COVID-19 limits options for growing 767 Dearman squadron
‘We’re now the second largest air cadet squadron in the province,’ commander says
Missing North Delta senior found deceased
88-year-old Jarnail Sanghera had been missing since the morning of Friday, May 15
Young people form NGO to inspire other youth
MANDEVILLE, Manchester — Aspirar JA, a non-governmental organisation based in Manch...
Farmers use technology to boost sales
SCORES of farmers in Clarendon have been using locally developed technology platform
Call for financial safety net for vulnerable workers
WITH thousands left reeling from sudden layoffs and redundancies in Jamaica and across th...
Desperate Indian girl bikes 745 miles home with disabled dad
NEW DELHI, India (AP) — From her village in eastern India, 15-year-old Jyoti Kumari...
Business leaders urge caution on return-to-workplace approach
SOME business leaders are urging companies to examine their individual situation, and hav...
Officials wrong to order deportation of Jamaican-born man, says US court
CONNECTICUT, United States (AP) — A federal appeals court has reversed a decision b...
JN Group donates $1 million to assist elderly
THE work of the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) — the umbrella organisa...
Health organisations say children under one at risk of diseases amid COVID-19
GENEVA, Switzerland (CMC) — Several health organisations are warning that children ...
Crown says why Sanja Elliott cannot be believed
THE $400-million Manchester Municipal Corporation (MPC) fraud trial ended on Friday, May ...
Business owners urged to adjust to survive
MANDEVILLE, Manchester — President of the Manchester Chamber of Commerce Kenisha Dw...
COVID-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine over safety concerns
A clinical trial of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 has been ’temporarily’ suspended by the World Health Organisation
Coronavirus: West African farmers count losses, fear for worse - Report
The farmers say the response to the pandemic has affected everybody because all activities have slowed down
British Flairjet to pay N1 million penalty for Nigeria's airport violation - Official
FlairJet, a British private charter company, which is also an affiliate of Flexjet, is to pay N1 million for violating COVID-19 airport directives in Nigeria.
COVID-19: Nigeria evacuates 69 nationals from Lebanon
An official said the evacuees were made up of 50 trafficked young women and 19 others.
Amnesty International, others ask Akwa Ibom govt, SSS to release detained journalist
The rights group, Amnesty International, and other groups have called on Nigeria’s secret police, the SSS, to release a sports journalist, Kufre Carter
N-Power beneficiaries dispute minister's claim of April payment
Ms Farouq had on Saturday announced the payment of April stipends to N-Power beneficiaries.
Manager of demolished hotel among 27 new COVID-19 cases in Rivers - Commissioner - Premium Times Nigeria
Rivers State recorded 27 new infections on Sunday, one of the highest so far recorded in a single day in the oil-rich state.
NYSC to issue certificates to outgoing corps members at local govt councils – Official
In keeping with the COVID-19 protocol of social and physical distancing to contain the spread of the virus, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)...
NNPC has 6,621 staff strength – Report
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says it currently has 6,621 staff strength both at its headquarters and across all its subsidiaries
FG establishes 12 research 'centres of excellence' in Nigerian universities
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the establishment of the first set of 12 TETFund "centres of excellence", two in each of the six geopolitical
Ighalo may leave Manchester United this week - Premium Times Nigeria
Ighalo’s original deal was until May 31 but United's season will now extend well beyond that as a result of the coronavirus pandemic
Lockdown: How I was assaulted by Nigerian Airforce officers — Medical Doctor
The enforcement of lockdown imposed to check the spread of coronavirus across states has been mired by cases of rights abuses by various state actors
Police officers invade retired civil servant's home, shoot son
The police spokesperson said the incident is being investigated.
Pet owner kung-fu kicked crazed knifeman who told him 'I'll cut your dog then slit your throat'
Paul Norton suffered facial wounds in the unprovoked attack while walking his dog in a wood where a thug threatened to kill him and his dog Jess.
Balloch bridge roadworks to restart this week after being suspended
The Lomond Bridge works will resume.
Fire fighters say they 'can't be thanked' with cuts
Nicola Sturgeon and Boris Johnson were sent letters calling for budgets to be protected.
Police found ammunition for a rifle during search of Larkhall house
A man told them "My stuff, my room, my responsibility.”
Scots 10k runner "too fat" for hip operation forced to go to Lithuania
Former rugby player Richard put weight on in the year he waited for a consultation and was then kicked off the list
Scottish football club sets up disinfectant tunnel for players at stadium
The Premiership club have unveiled a disinfectant tunnel at the stadium, one of the first in the country
Stewartry to be in tune by end of lockdown thanks to virtual singing weeks
A group of music lovers have come up with the idea of Together, Apart, which will culminate in a concert at Balmaghie Kirk
Scotland's NHS would have struggled during pandemic without 'massive' contribution of migrant workers
The SNP's migration minister wants the Tories to halt their plans to block so-called "low-skilled" workers from being able to make Scotland their home.
Brother of Linwood man missing for 10 years: "I sometimes dream he's come home"
Stuart Dallas says he still finds himself looking online for his brother Edward Dallas, 47, who vanished in 2010 and hasn't been seen since.
Gangs of Edinburgh: The baby-faced assassin and childhood sweethearts who fuelled bloody street war between crime families
Warring crime families' unease over relationship erupted into shocking night of violence
Reward for information about attempt to break into vehicles at Perth repair shop
Elder and Paton High Quality Auto Body Repairs shop on Perth’s Arran Road was targeted in the early hours of May 22.
Scots Volkswagen drivers to receive millions in payouts after emission scandal ruling
Scots solicitors have made the claim after a landmark German ruling.
Perth and Kinross sports clubs prepare to welcome players back as lockdown set to be eased
Recycling centres also to reopen from Thursday (May 28)
Bin collections to return to normal after coronavirus staffing pressures
Stirling Council is to resume its full household waste and recycling collection service from Monday, June 1.
Tenants urged to allow safety checks
Fears that many are refusing to have the vital annual safety checks carried out over coronavirus concerns
Scots teenager found safe and well after vanishing during lockdown
Naomi Leigh Addison disappeared after leaving an address in Denny in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Public will never forget Boris Johnson's betrayal in Dominic Cumming lockdown row
Record View says there cannot be one rule for them and one rule for the rest of us
Police launch manhunt after attempted rape of woman in Dunfermline park
A woman was followed by the man before he pushed her to the ground.
Scot whose mum died from coronavirus at care home says 'new admissions killed her'
Caroline Grattan says she was not given adequate information as her mum’s health deteriorated and believes new admissions during the crisis could be responsible for the outbreak that killed her.
'I’m going to murder you' Scots woman set on fire in doorstep lighter fuel attack relives ordeal in plea to parole board
Anne Crossan has written to the Parole Board for Scotland begging them to keep Stewart Watson caged.
Toy drives for children in Armadale during coronavirus crisis
The Dale Hub in West Lothian give away toys three times a week to children in their community
Linlithgow Academy pupils shining bright
Pupils from Linlithgow Academy were named as finalists in the Young Enterprise Scotland’s Peroosh People’s Choice Award.
Tributes paid to Scots mountain climber one year on from death in Indian avalanche
Dad-of-two Martin Moran was among a group of eight who were caught up in an avalanche on India's Nanda Devi mountain last year.
Convicted Scots rapist threatened to "snap" girlfriend's neck during savage assault
Richard Wotherspoon admitted attacking his girlfriend during the horrifying ordeal at a Bellshill flat in January.
Driver victim of attempted robbery after pulling over to help biker in Ayrshire
On May 22, at around 5.10pm, a motorcyclist signalled for help from a passing black Mercedes in Ayrshire on the A719, near Tarbolton.
'You can drink, but you can't smoke,' Cyril Ramaphosa tells South Africans as lockdown is relaxed
South Africans will be allowed to buy and sell alcoholic beverages on June 1 after a ban on liquor that lasted more than 60 days.
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the ...
China's football team 'more united' under COVID-19
SHANGHAI: COVID-19 has indefinitely postponed the Chinese Super League (CSL) season but it has given the national team time to bond under coach Li ...
Denmark to let cross-border couples meet - if they show photos, love letters
Denmark eased its border controls with other Nordic countries and Germany on Monday, allowing cross-border couples separated by the coronavirus ...
CPF, HDB, IRAS to resume operations at service counters from Jun 2, by appointment only
SINGAPORE: Selected government service centres will resume operations from Jun 2, but by appointment only, as Singapore exits the COVID-19 ...
Russell enjoys runaway success in F1's virtual Monaco GP
George Russell took a runaway win for Williams in Formula One's virtual Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday, the day the cancelled showcase race should ...
Dutch court rejects attempt to stop 5G rollout over health concerns
AMSTERDAM: A court in the Netherlands on Monday rejected a suit brought by a group seeking to halt the country's 5G telecommunications network ...
Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from North Carolina
US President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event ...
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern unruffled as earthquake hits mid-interview
WELLINGTON: An earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital on Monday (May 25) morning, shaking many residents including Prime Minister Jacinda ...
Coronavirus lockdowns stifle Eid celebrations as infections rise
RIYADH: Muslims around the world began marking a sombre Eid al-Fitr on Sunday (May 24), many under coronavirus lockdown, but lax restrictions ...
Kruis, Parkes to play in Japan next season
England lock George Kruis and Welsh centre Hadleigh Parkes will play in Japan for the Panasonic Wild Knights next season, the Top League club said ...
UK PM Boris Johnson defiant as scandal rages over aide accused of breaking coronavirus rules
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday failed to draw a line under a scandal over his top aide Dominic Cummings allegedly breaching ...
Sevilla players warned by Liga chief after flouting lockdown rules
La Liga chief Javier Tebas said on Sunday that footballers must remember to act responsibly to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus after four ...
Italy recruits volunteers to control crowds as COVID-19 lockdown eases
Italy's government will ask some 60,000 citizens to work as volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as it gradually removes coronavirus ...
VW loses landmark German case as diesel owners stand to receive damages
A German federal court judge ruled that Volkswagen has to pay compensation to motorists who purchased vehicles with manipulated diesel engines, a ...
COVID-19: Italy's daily death toll drops but Lombardy not included
ROME: Italy recorded 50 new deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic on Sunday (May 24) against 119 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said. ...
Japan to start baseball behind closed doors from Jun 19
TOKYO: Japan's professional baseball league will start its coronavirus-delayed season on Jun 19, but without spectators, the sport's governing ...
COVID-19: Hundreds test positive at meatpacking plant in Brazil
SAO PAULO: Hundreds of meatpacking workers at a single BRF SA plant in southern Brazil have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the company ...
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as COVID-19 death toll nears 100,000
Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a ...
Aston Martin chief to leave, Mercedes-AMG CEO to replace him - source
Aston Martin Chief Executive Andy Palmer is leaving the business as part of a management shake-up and will be replaced by Tobias Moers, CEO of ...
Alpine skiing: 2021 World Championships in Italy may be pushed back a year
The Italian winter sports federation (FISI) will ask to push back the 2021 Alpine skiing World Championships in Cortina d'Ampezzo by a year ...
Thailand reports 2 new COVID-19 cases, 1 more death
Thailand confirmed two new coronavirus cases and one additional death on Monday, a health ministry spokesman said.
UK's Sunak authorises bailout plan to rescue strategically important companies
LONDON: British Finance Minister Rishi Sunak has authorised a bailout plan to rescue companies that are seen as strategically important, with the ...
Britain's racing authority 'confident' of Jun 1 return
LONDON: The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) is confident racing will resume on Jun 1 after it was suspended in March due to the COVID-19 ...
Football: Bayern coach Flick bemoans lack of fans at 'special' Dortmund clash
Bayern Munich head coach Hansi Flick says the absence of spectators for Tuesday's top-of-the-table Bundesliga clash at Borussia Dortmund will be a ...
Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash
Privacy concerns over Qatar's coronavirus contact tracing app, a tool that is mandatory on pain of prison, have prompted a rare backlash and ...
Parks packed, terraces open as Madrid and Barcelona celebrate easing of COVID-19 restrictions
Hundreds of Madrid residents flooded to the city's parks as lockdown measures were finally eased in the Spanish capital and in Barcelona, while ...
Britain's racing authority 'confident' of June 1 return
REUTERS: The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) is confident racing will resume on June 1 after it was suspended in March due to the COVID-19 ...
Abe's 'own goals' slash support rates even as Japan's rate of COVID-19 infections declines
A string of controversial missteps has slashed Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's support to levels that could threaten to end his term early, ...
Hockey - Indian Olympic great Balbir Singh dies aged 95
REUTERS: India's three-times Olympic gold medallist Balbir Singh has died at the age of 95 after a prolonged pulmonary illness. Singh helped ...
Commentary: The biggest restructuring exercise facing Singapore businesses has just begun
From F&B to retail and fitness, winning Singapore businesses know they must shift gears and rethink their business models to thrive in a pandemic ...
Professional clubs can return to New York facilities: Governor
NEW YORK: New York officials said on Sunday (May 24) that American professional sports teams can return to their training facilities in the state ...
Players eager to restart contact training, says Palace's Townsend
Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend says players are "desperate" to return to contact training and that he is encouraged by the results of the ...
Japan's small clinics driven to brink as coronavirus-wary patients stay home
TOKYO: As Japan eases coronavirus curbs following its first wave of cases, many small medical clinics are scrambling to stay afloat and the ...
China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases versus 3 a day earlier
BEIJING: China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-Sunday (May 24), up from three a day earlier, the National ...
Lufthansa, German government agree on US$9.8 billion rescue package: sources
The German government and the management of flagship carrier Lufthansa , which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, have reached an ...
New Zealand to stage pro competition as virus restrictions ease
WELLINGTON: New Zealand will stage a team-based tennis tournament for local-based men's players from June 3, organisers said on Monday, an event ...
'Should I continue racing?': Hamilton reveals lockdown low
LONDON: Six-time world champion Lewis Hamilton admitted on Sunday (May 24) that he questioned his future in Formula One during the coronavirus ...
Burnley keeper Hart eyes move abroad for first-team action
Burnley goalkeeper Joe Hart has said he may have to leave England to become a first team regular again.
Prices of Japanese premium melons plunge amid coronavirus outbreak
A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen (US$46,000) reached at auction last year, as the ...
China's proposed national security law should be on G7 agenda: Former Hong Kong governor
The United Kingdom should ensure that China's efforts to impose a new national security law on Hong Kong are on the agenda for the G7 meeting in ...
SIA investigating after pilot who flew into Bangladesh airspace couldn't give clearance number
SINGAPORE: Singapore Airlines (SIA) is investigating an incident where a pilot who flew into Bangladesh airspace was unable to provide a clearance ...
Cycling: Italy's Ciccone wins Challenge of Stars climbers' event
STELVIO, Italy: Italian Giulio Ciccone won the climbers' event in a virtual cycling competition, the Challenge of Stars, on Sunday (May 24). The ...
Keselowski wins NASCAR's longest race
Brad Keselowski won the Coca Cola 600 in a shootout on Sunday as NASCAR did its best to fill the sporting void created by the novel coronavirus ...
Tackling, sparring allowed in next stage for Britain's elite athletes
Soccer players will be able to tackle in close-contact training, and boxers spar with partners, in the next step towards Britain's elite athletes ...
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once-in-a-decade storm
MELBOURNE: Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning ...
Rugby: Kolbe's Toulouse begin training return protocol
South African Rugby World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe's Toulouse announced on Monday their players had returned to the club's facilities for medical ...
Reds still 'mates' with pay-cut rebels - captain
MELBOURNE: Queensland Reds players harbour no ill will towards Wallabies lock Izack Rodda and two other team mates for rebelling against pay-cuts, ...
Football: Burnley keeper Hart eyes move abroad for first-team action
Burnley goalkeeper Joe Hart has said he may have to leave England to become a first team regular again.
Man arrested after swimming moat to enter Japan palace grounds
A Japanese man was arrested in Tokyo on Monday after swimming across the Imperial Palace's moat to scale an outer wall, entering off-limits parts ...
Football: English FA ends Women's Super League season
LONDON: England's Football Association (FA) has ended the Women's Super League (WSL) season, which was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in ...
Hong Kong law society condemns attack on lawyer during China security law protest
HONG KONG: The Law Society of Hong Kong has strongly condemned an assault on a lawyer during Sunday's (May 24) protest against a controversial ...
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
Australia on Monday began the first hearings of a powerful inquiry into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, ...
German government, regions tussle over reopening from COVID-19 lockdowns
BERLIN: Germany's central and regional governments were at odds on Monday (May 25) over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with ...
Pro tennis bounces back with New Zealand tournament
New Zealand Tennis said Monday it was set to host the southern hemisphere's first professional tournament since the COVID-19 shutdown.
Hong Kong security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as China security laws loom
Hong Kong's security chief said "terrorism" was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing's plans to ...
White House limits travel to US from Brazil due to coronavirus
WASHINGTON, DC: The White House on Sunday (May 24) said it was prohibiting most non-US citizens from travelling to the United States if they had ...
Goodbye office: Is the future of work in our homes?
SINGAPORE: Wanting to create a parent-friendly workplace, Ms Joerin Yao, managing director of human resource consultancy Enable Group, has been ...
English FA ends Women's Super League season
REUTERS: England's Football Association (FA) has ended the Women's Super League (WSL) season, which was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in ...
Johnson risks party wrath backing aide over lockdown breach claims
LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday (May 24), despite calls from within his own ...
Abt disqualified after gamer takes his place in virtual race
PARIS: Racing driver Daniel Abt was disqualified from a virtual FormulaE race on Sunday (May 24) after admitting getting a professional gamer to ...
US aide renews warning on China's proposed law for Hong Kong
A top White House aide renewed a warning on Sunday that the US might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new ...
Italy's Ciccone wins Challenge of Stars climbers' event
Italian Giulio Ciccone won the climbers' event in a virtual cycling competition, the Challenge of Stars, on Sunday.
Unease in Greece as restaurants, cafes reopen
Restaurants and cafes across Greece opened ahead of schedule Monday as the country prepared to launch a shortened tourism season vital to its economy.
Thailand enters global race for COVID-19 vaccine with trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper, alternative coronavirus vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021, ...
COVID-19 deaths in Sweden top 4,000: Public Health Agency
The death toll from the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Sweden has topped 4,000, statistics published by the Public Health Agency showed on ...
Earthquake strikes near New Zealand capital, no immediate damage reported
WELLINGTON: A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital Wellington on Monday (May 25), but there were no immediate reports of damage.
Aston Martin's chief to leave as a part of shake-up
GAYDON, England: Aston Martin Chief Executive Andy Palmer is leaving the business as part of a management shake-up and will be replaced by Tobias ...
New Zealand thrilled to snatch sporting spotlight with Premier League
REUTERS: The prize-money is paltry, the field lacks star power and the tournament director is busy hammering out the draw while locked down in ...
Woods and Manning beat Mickelson and Brady in charity match
Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning held off a late challenge to beat Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady 1Up in a charity golf match in Florida on Sunday ...
France wants its citizens to holiday at home this summer
PARIS: The French government does not want its citizens to travel abroad this summer and recommends they take their holidays in France, ...
On this day: Born May 26, 1966: Zola Budd, South African athlete
Zola Budd fears her running career will be defined by one of the Olympic Games' most controversial moments, one that may unfairly detract from an ...
German FA chief calls for salary cap to help win over fans
Soccer must learn long-term lessons from the coronavirus crisis, with better financial controls and player salary caps, to keep fans on board, ...
Liverpool-Atletico match linked to '41 additional' COVID-19 deaths: Report
LONDON: The decision to let Liverpool's Champions League match against Atletico Madrid go ahead may have "led to 41 additional deaths" due to the ...
Madrid residents eager ahead of this week's reopening
MADRID: Residents of Madrid and Barcelona are eagerly anticipating the opening of parks, museums, churches and outdoor seating at bars this week, ...
Football: Premier League to vote on return of contact training
Premier League clubs will vote on proposals for a return to contact training on Wednesday as the English top-flight seeks to take another step ...
Huddersfield owner says 50 or 60 clubs could go bust next year
LONDON: Up to 60 English lower league football clubs could go out of business if the sport fails to plan for the impact of COVID-19 beyond the ...
US may ban travellers from Brazil on Sunday over COVID-19 outbreak
WASHINGTON: The United States is likely to impose travel restrictions on Brazil on Sunday (May 24), a top White House official said after the ...
No new COVID-19 cluster reported in Singapore for the first time in more than 6 weeks
SINGAPORE: For the first time in more than six weeks, no new COVID-19 cluster was identified in Singapore on Sunday (May 24). According to data ...
French support plan ready to be launched on June 3 - national federation
PARIS: The French tennis federation's 35-million euro (31.3 million pounds) plan will be effectively launched on June 3 with a dedicated platform ...
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
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COVID-19: France has lowest daily rise in new cases and deaths since lockdown
PARIS: French authorities reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths on Sunday (May 24) since before a lockdown began on ...
English primary schools to partially reopen from Jun 1: PM Johnson
LONDON: Primary schools in England are to reopen to some pupils from Jun 1, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Sunday (May 24). ...
Football: Ibrahimovic injured in training, say reports
AC Milan's veteran forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic has suffered an injury in training, several Italian media reports said on Monday.
Asian shares tick up, eyes on China-US trade relations
Asian shares started cautiously on Monday as central bank largesse globally boosted sentiment but rising trade tensions between the world's two ...
Saliva ban would be temporary, says ICC's Kumble
A recommendation banning the use of saliva to shine a cricket ball when the sport resumes after the novel coronavirus shutdown is only a temporary ...
Putin back in Kremlim, Russia looks to ease COVID-19 lockdown in some regions
President Vladimir Putin made a rare lockdown appearance in the Kremlin on Monday after officials said improvements in the coronavirus situation ...
China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law
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French carmaker Renault could close plants and cut jobs: union
French carmaker Renault could unveil job cuts and plants closures on Thursday as the company looks to save 2 billion euros (US$2.2 billion) in ...
In China's auto market, worries grow that cashback deals and gifts presage damaging price war
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Spain urges foreign tourists to return from July
Foreign tourists can book vacations in Spain from July as the two-week self-quarantine for overseas travellers is likely to be suspended by then, ...
Football: Werner bags hat-trick as Leipzig trounce Mainz
BERLIN: Timo Werner bagged a hat-trick as RB Leipzig thrashed Mainz 5-0 on Sunday (May 24) to climb back to third in the Bundesliga and keep their ...
Football clubs forced to rethink recruitment strategy as virus impacts transfer market
Around Europe, football is waking up from the coronavirus shutdown, but it is different to before for players and supporters and it is changing ...
Parks packed, terraces open as Madrid and Barcelona celebrate easing of COVID-19 restrictions
Hundreds of Madrid residents flooded to the city's parks as lockdown measures were finally eased in the Spanish capital and in Barcelona, while ...
'We have to ration our meals': Malaysians share their struggles after COVID-19 left them jobless
CNA spoke to five Malaysians who were left unemployed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It has been a daunting experience having no income to make ...
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
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Lufthansa, German government agree on rescue package: dpa
The German government and the management of flagship carrier Lufthansa , which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, have reached an ...
Air Canada, Transat deal faces intense EU antitrust scrutiny
Air Canada's bid for Canadian tour operator Transat AT Inc may result in higher prices and less choice for flights between Europe and Canada, EU ...
Australia's most populous state braces for travel chaos as schools, offices reopen
Australia's most populous state on Monday deployed hundreds of crowd control staff to enforce social distancing on public transport amid an ...
In Philippine slums, heat, hunger take a toll under lockdown
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Coronavirus lockdowns stifle Eid celebrations as infections rise
RIYADH: Muslims around the world began marking a sombre Eid al-Fitr on Sunday (May 24), many under coronavirus lockdown, but lax restrictions ...
Tackling, sparring allowed in next stage for Britain's elite athletes
Soccer players will be able to tackle in close-contact training, and boxers spar with partners, in the next step towards Britain's elite athletes ...
Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as COVID-19 slows recovery
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Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package
Germany's new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro (US$9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa , Germany's ...
Six women prisoners murdered by inmates in Honduras
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Rich, but household debt is growing: A time bomb for South Korea?
South Korean households are piling up debt for various reasons, from overspending on credit cards to unemployment to gambling losses. The ...
Football: Players eager to restart contact training, says Palace's Townsend
Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend says players are "desperate" to return to contact training and that he is encouraged by the results of the ...
Japan eyes fresh stimulus plan worth over US$929b to battle COVID-19
TOKYO: Japan is considering a fresh stimulus package worth over US$929 billion that will consist mostly of financial aid programmes for companies ...
Bayern's Thiago to miss top game at Dortmund through injury
Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara has been ruled out of Tuesday's Bundesliga top game against Borussia Dortmund after failing to recover ...
Ibrahimovic injured in training - reports
AC Milan's veteran forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic has suffered an injury in training, several Italian media reports said on Monday.
Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions
Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions
Nordic investors turn up heat on coal in climate campaign
Nordic investors turn up heat on coal in climate campaign
Dollar holds advantage as Hong Kong tensions test risk-wary investors
Dollar holds advantage as Hong Kong tensions test risk-wary investors
EU must present united front to shield pandemic-hit banks: regulator
EU must present united front to shield pandemic-hit banks: regulator
Forex - Dollar Drifts Higher in Thin Trade as Hong Kong Flares up Again
Forex - Dollar Drifts Higher in Thin Trade as Hong Kong Flares up Again
Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Monday, May 25th
Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Monday, May 25th
Canada's banks to cement status as solid investments in a crisis
Canada's banks to cement status as solid investments in a crisis
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in first quarter
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in first quarter
Walmart's Mexico unit pays scaled-down tax of $358 million after government talks
Walmart's Mexico unit pays scaled-down tax of $358 million after government talks
Thai central bank governor Veerathai will not seek 2nd term
Thai central bank governor Veerathai will not seek 2nd term
Explainer: Emerging get-tough consensus among Trump's China advisers tested by Hong Kong debate
Explainer: Emerging get-tough consensus among Trump's China advisers tested by Hong Kong debate
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where COVID-19 declining
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where COVID-19 declining
Toyota, Nissan and Honda gear up for Mexico reboot after COVID-19 lockdowns
Toyota, Nissan and Honda gear up for Mexico reboot after COVID-19 lockdowns
EU eyes first face-to-face summit in months to haggle over budget
EU eyes first face-to-face summit in months to haggle over budget
Australia gives companies a six-month break from earnings forecasts
Australia gives companies a six-month break from earnings forecasts
Mexico can benefit from Chinese economic slowdown, Lopez Obrador says
Mexico can benefit from Chinese economic slowdown, Lopez Obrador says
Brazil still plans to privatize 43 airports through 2022: minister
Brazil still plans to privatize 43 airports through 2022: minister
Nissan and Renault shelve merger plans to repair their alliance: sources
Nissan and Renault shelve merger plans to repair their alliance: sources
Gold Down Over Escalating U.S.-China Tensions
Gold Down Over Escalating U.S.-China Tensions
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
Mexican auto industry groups urge Puebla state to allow operations to restart
Mexican auto industry groups urge Puebla state to allow operations to restart
Merkel's conservatives want stimulus package to include tax relief: document
Merkel's conservatives want stimulus package to include tax relief: document
Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline
Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline
Bank of Canada head: inflation could return to target more slowly
Bank of Canada head: inflation could return to target more slowly
Power station chimneys brought down in carefully planned demolition
Eight nearly 140-metre-tall chimneys at Victoria's defunct Hazelwood Power Station have been demolished in just one minute.
Mick already has a job, so why is he being forced to go to interviews?
A cleaner paid JobKeeper was convinced by an employment agency he needed to sign a contract promising to attend interviews – even though he has a job.
Armstrong Creek man charged over principal’s hit-run death in Beaumaris
Victoria Police say a man has been charged over a hit-and-run crash that left a dedicated teacher dead in Melbourne on Sunday.
On This Day: Millions of Americans formed a human chain for charity
On this day in 1986, long before 'social distancing' was part of our vernacular, more than five million held hands to form a human chain.
Australian mercenaries in secret mission to help Libyan warlord
Private Australian, British and US military operatives took part in a secret mission to support a Libyan warlord, a UN report reveals.
NSW on alert with 1.2 million kids on the move
NSW's public transport stood up to its first post-pandemic test on Monday, as more than a million school students returned to classrooms.
New Zealand PM calm as earthquake strikes during live TV interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview. During the interview with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview.
Immunity passports could help end lockdown, but they come with risks
If you’ve recovered from the coronavirus, can you go back to work? Goverments are considering this question - and answering it with immunity passports.
Murder charges for teen’s Queensland balcony fall
Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during a botched robbery attempt have been remanded in Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during a botched robbery attempt have been remanded in custody.
Bushfire royal commission: ‘Black Summer’ not just a one-off
Australia faces even more dangerous bushfire conditions in the future, say scientists who warn the devastating 2019-20 blazes are not a one-off event.
Skills and training overhaul to form centrepiece of PM’s economic recovery plan
Prime Minister Scott Morrison will unveil major changes to skills and vocational training in a major economic speech about coronavirus recovery.
Child, 4, found dead in Brisbane home
Queensland police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old girl in Brisbane. Police said a crime scene had been established at a home in the Queensland police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old child in Brisbane.
Two million students back in classrooms in sign life edging towards a new normal
Almost two million students returned to classrooms across NSW and Queensland on Monday in the latest sign life is edging towards a new normal under the Almost two million students returned to classrooms across NSW and Queensland on Monday in the latest sign life is edging towards a new normal under the shadow of coronavirus.
Eid-ul-Fitr 2020: Celebrations Behind Closed Doors, PM Modi Greets 'Eid Mubarak'
According to the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, all public gatherings, religious or social has been restricted. Hence, no mass Namaz offerings are allowed in the country.
COVID-19: Unites States Imposes Travel Restrictions On Brazil, Restricts Entry Of Foreigners From South American Nation
'Today, the President has taken decisive action to protect our country by suspending the entry of aliens who have been in Brazil during the 14-day period before seeking admittance to the United States,' the White House said in a statement
SC Allows Air India To Book Middle Seats In Non-Scheduled Foreign Flights For 10 Days
After 10 days, Air India will have to follow the guidelines issued by Bombay High Court to leave the middle seat vacant. The directions do not apply to domestic flights.
Two Militants Killed In Kulgam Encounter, Operation Still On: IGP Kashmir
2 militants have been killed in Khur Village of Kulgam. The operation is still on. The identity of the terrorists is yet to be discovered: IGP Kashmir
China's pork imports in April jump 170% to record high
China, the world’s top pork consumer, imported a record 400,000 tonnes in April, up nearly 170% from a year earlier, customs data showed, as buyers took advantage of low prices to stock up on meat.
Armagh farmer linked to motor ‘chop shop’ after police search
A farmer accused of involvement in a ‘chop shop’ of high-value stolen cars being run by an organised crime gang on his land was refused bail yesterday.
Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County wants to help first responders with child care
Firefighters, police officers, paramedics, nurses and dispatchers can all apply to receive help for the next 3 months.
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months
For the first time in more than two months, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made an in-person appearance for Memorial Day.
Polk CARES funding on its way to help small businesses
Help is on the way for small businesses in Polk County, as the first checks for the Polk CARES 2020 funding were mailed out Friday.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Many states said the logistics, costs and manpower needs are too great to test all residents and staff in a two-week window.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Child drowns after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach
A child drowned after getting caught in the current off Siesta Key Beach.
Police: New Jersey nurse attacked, nearly kidnapped by man she treated at hospital
A New Jersey nurse was attacked and terrorized by a man who she treated at her hospital the day before, according to police.
Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity
President Trump is demanding that North Carolina’s governor sign off on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward with full attendance despite the ongoing pandemic.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
US Air Force ends height restrictions in hopes of attracting more female pilots
Air Force officials said that aircrafts were largely built for males, and made things more challenging for female applicants.
WHO to temporarily stop study of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19
WHO says it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date.
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic
With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on the streets, making them easy targets for thieves.
10-year-old girl drowns after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach
Deputies have identified the young girl who drowned after struggling in the current near Siesta Key Beach on Sunday night.
Memorial Day services in the Tampa Bay area and how to watch them
Monday is Memorial Day and we want to honor the fallen military troops, military veterans as well as those on active duty.
Clementine Ford Has Apologised For Joking That The Coronavirus Isn’t Killing Men Fast Enough
The writer faced calls for her grant to be reconsidered.
Australia’s Latest Push For Diplomatic Clout Involves Airing ‘MasterChef’ In The Pacific
Shows like 'Neighbours' and 'The Voice' will be provided to free-to-air channels.
Here’s Why The $51 Million Celeste Barber Raised With Your Help Can’t Be Shared Around
The Supreme Court ruled that $51 million Celeste Barber raised for the NSW RFS can't be shared with other states and agencies. Here's why.
Kevin Pietersen believes forced break may have extended athletes' careers
Cricket News: While the COVID-19 pandemic might have brought the entire sporting world to a standstill, former England batsman Kevin Pietersen believes that the "fo
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic in US
News News: LOS ANGELES: With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on t.
Vir Das’ neighbor sneezes at him, threatens to slap him as the actor enjoyed dinner with a friend amidst lockdown
Vir Das shared a video of his spat with a neighbor who seemed upset that the actor was enjoying dinner with a friend. Capturing the episode on his pho
BSEB Bihar Board matric results on May 26
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Ready to play for India in T20Is: Harbhajan Singh
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33 years of 'Mr India': THESE rare pictures of Anil Kapoor, Sridevi and Boney Kapoor are pure gold
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Anupam Kher gets nostalgic as he completes 36 years in Bollywood, says 'It has been an incredible journey so far'
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Akshay Kumar mourns the loss of hockey legend Balbir Singh
Akshay Kumar paid penned a heartfelt note remembering hockey legend Balbir Singh, who passed away today. The celebrated sportsman was 95. “Saddened to
Producers Guild frames guidelines for Bollywood to resume shoot, thanks Maha CM for considering request
Producers Guild of India has drafted new protocols for the film and TV industry, which will be followed once they are granted the permission to resume
'Some ICC guidelines on resumption of cricket impractical, will need review'
Cricket News: Some of the ICC guidelines on resumption of cricket border on the impractical and will need a review when the cricketing world is closer to action, fe
Drones come to rescue as Covid-19 pins down Irish service sector
News News: DUBLIN: Manna Aera, an Irish drone company, has come to the rescue of countless people as the delivery sector is still down in Ireland due to Covid-19.
Karan Johar confirms two members of household staff test positive for COVID-19, says 'rest of us are safe'
Ace filmmaker Karan Johar, who is celebrating his birthday today, took to his social media account to confirm that two members from his household staf
Bolly Buzz: B-Town wishes Eid Mubarak to fans, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone’s ‘squishy’ video goes viral
A new week has started with a big celebration as our favourite Bollywood celebrities have sent out their heartfelt wishes on the occasion of Eid. From
Shera shares a stunning picture with Salman Khan, says ‘EID is never complete without my Maalik’
Superstar Salman Khan’s bodyguard Shera is one of the most loyal friends the actor has around him. Shera has been with him for the past 25 years and t
Ranveer Singh REVEALS the ruthless side of Deepika Padukone in Instagram live chat and her reaction is unmissable!
Ranveer Singh indulged in an Instgram live chat with Sunil Chetri on Sunday and spilled some interesting deets. Sunil Chetri quoted Deepika Padukone s
Misbah proposes mask for bowlers to ensure they don't use saliva 'instinctively'
Cricket News: Pakistan head coach and chief selector, Misbah-ul-Haq, has said that pacers will find it extremely difficult to adopt to ICC's new guidelines for resu
ICC Elections: Huge blow for Shashank Manohar as Ethics Officer clears Colin Graves
Cricket News: Shashank Manohar's concern that there was monetary exchange between the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and Cricket West Indies (CWI) with an ey
What now for cricket in 2020? Four key questions
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Sonam Kapoor to Tara Sutaria: Bollywood celebrities wish fans on the festive occasion of Eid
The world is celebrating the festive occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr and the lockdown has not dampened their spirit. Several Bollywood celebrities also took t
Ben Affleck and girlfriend Ana de Armas bond with the actor's three kids over a dog walk
Ben Affleck, who confirmed that he was dating girlfriend Ana de Armas in April through his social media accounts, just took his relationship with the
WATCH: Yash and Roohi don't allow Karan Johar to eat his own birthday cake as they feel he will become 'fat'
Ace filmmaker Karan Johar, who has been quite active on social media, is celebrating his birthday today. His birthday has coincided with Eid celebrati
Sara Ali Khan shares ‘then and now’ pictures of herself as she greets fans with Adab on the occasion of Eid
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Richa Chadha on her marriage prep before lockdown: Ali and I were organising everything ourselves, the invites were yet to be sent out
Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal were planning their dream wedding before the lockdown was announced. The couple had even registered for a court marriage bu
When Salman Khan was caught hiding in his girlfriend’s closet by her father
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Kunal Kemmu receives sweetest birthday gift ever from his daughter Inaaya; view pic
'Malang' star Kunal Kemmu has turned a year older today. Wishing him on his special day his wifey Soha Ali Khan took to her Instagram stories to share
Poundland to open 26 more stores this week
The discount retailer said that while it had kept most of its stores open for essential shopping, around 100 were temporarily shut in March.
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
What the papers say – May 26
There is a mixed response from the nation’s papers to Dominic Cummings’s Monday press conference.
Memorial Day like no other for Americans under coronavirus restrictions
People have been urged to follow social distancing guidelines to avoid a resurgence of the disease.
Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
Train drivers are among the staff who are hosting online sessions to help pupils maintain their skills while studying at home.
Greece resumes island ferry services in bid to salvage summer tourist season
Travel to the islands had been generally off-limits since a lockdown in late March.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
What the papers say – May 25
The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.
‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings
Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan has so far avoided the large outbreaks experienced in the US and Europe despite softer restrictions.
Lockdown boost for Island YouTube stars
AS governments and businesses deal with the devastating impact of Covid-19, a handful of young local entrepreneurs are among a new breed of internet superstars around the world enjoying a bonanza.
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
In Pictures: Basking on the beach in bank holiday sunshine
Sun-seekers seized the opportunity to top up their tans.
Salmon to hit slide soon
Parts of a pneumatic fish pump dubbed the salmon cannon have arrived at the site of a massive landslide along British Columbia's Fraser River, where Fisheries and Oceans Canada expects some salmon to begin arriving soon.
Charges for pipeline protest
The BC Prosecution Service says it has appointed a special prosecutor to oversee charges against three people in relation to allegations of mischief and trespass at the home of Premier John Horgan.
Cops seize killer's phone
As police in Nova Scotia continue their investigation into a mass killing last month that claimed 22 lives, newly released documents reveal the RCMP recently seized and searched the killer's computer, cellphone, tablet and navigation devices.
CERB payments hit $40B
A key federal benefit for Canadians out of work, or seeing large drops in their earnings, in the COVID-19 pandemic has paid out over $40 billion in emergency aid.
Lotteries need a loan
Ontario is extending a line of credit of up to $500 million to its lottery and gaming agency.
Courthouse stirs back to life
The Penticton courthouse partially opened its doors Monday for the first time in months.
Share your pandemic story
As stay at home restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic continue to loosen Interior Health is already gathering information to help learn from the experience and to prepare in case there is a next time.
Camping website crashing
UPDATE 8:20 a.m. While BC Parks opened its camping reservations site Monday morning, few people have been actually able to book a site.
Money laundering in games
UPDATE 12:35 p.m. A public inquiry into money laundering in British Columbia has heard that cash is still king but cryptocurrencies and other virtual trade could rise as a trend.
Restaurants thrilled to open
“Be A Tourist in Your Own Town” is a 10-part collaboration between Castanet and Travel Penticton, highlighting ways to enjoy the city. Watch for it every Monday morning.
Poll: support for sick leave
B.C. Premier John Horgan is applauding news that the federal government is looking at offering 10 days of paid sick leave for workers.
Shot fired into home
One man was taken into custody Sunday after Victoria police officers responded to a report of a gunshot in an apartment building.
TMX boon for local hotels?
With Trans Mountain Pipeline workers scheduled to arrive in Kamloops next month, accommodation is being sought.
Keeping on eye on facilities
With restrictions being lifted, the City of Pentiction is reminding visitors of parks, beaches and outdoor facilities to be aware of COVID-19 safety measures.
Change for long-term care?
The COVID-19 pandemic has shined a light on the grim realities at long-term care facilities and how seniors and people who cannot take care of themselves are living.
Camping website back up
UPDATE 11:30 a.m. The provincial government’s Discover Camping reservation system is more stable after a crush of web traffic brought it down Monday morning.
$26M for city staff payroll
The City of Vernon has disclosed its council and staff payroll for 2019, showing over $26 million in total payments for the last calendar year.
Better off staying closed?
Some businesses could be better off staying closed than risk re-opening during the second phase of the B.C.’s government's plan to safely and gradually re-open the economy, according to Val Litwin, president and CEO, BC Chamber of Commerce.
Changes will likely stay
Ken Beattie is old enough to recall when B.C. pubs had to keep their doors closed to anyone looking for a cold one on a Sunday.
'We see you' people of KGH
The KGH Foundation announced its newest fundraising initiative today, the 'We See You' campaign.
Tragedy house left gutted
A house that was heavily damaged by a 2016 fire that killed a woman and left her six children homeless needs to be fixed up or the city of Port Moody could have it torn down.
'Local box' supports vendors
Okanagan's Craft Culture has launched The Local Box to help vendors who have felt the negative impacts of markets being cancelled due to COVID-19.
COVID transparency urged
An ad-hoc transparency group is calling on governments to make crucial records related to the COVID-19 pandemic open by default as a measure of accountability to Canadians.
Drive-ins hit by order
Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry confirmed Monday her order limiting gatherings to fewer than 50 vehicles does apply to drive-in movie theatres like the Starlight in Enderby.
Petition for paved path
The Pineview Valley Community Group is looking for some more pavement in their neighbourhood.
Hilary Duff slams accusers - Entertainment News
Hilary Duff has hit out at social media users accusing her of pedophilia and child trafficking.
Snowbirds heading home
Members of the Snowbirds are making their way to Moose Jaw today, where the team is based.
Trudeau pushes for sick leave
UPDATE 8:58 a.m. rime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canadians have a responsibility to themselves and to the people around them to follow public health rules to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Disinformation and elections
British Columbia's chief electoral officer is recommending the government make several changes to protect the provincial electoral process from foreign interference, misleading advertising and impersonation.
Laundering inquiry resumes
Money laundering in British Columbia will be under scrutiny again this week when a public inquiry resumes today.
Bear spotted in Rose Valley
UPDATE 2:27 p.m. With recent bear activity ramping up across the province, B.C. Conservation Officers are starting to conduct their bear attractant patrols to help reduce conflicts in communities.
Horgan cheers sick leave
B.C. Premier John Horgan is applauding news that the federal government is looking at offering 10 days of paid sick leave for workers.
Predator golf, trails open
With everybody looking to take advantage of the great outdoors, Predator Ridge is offering some green space for the public to enjoy.
12 new cases, 4 deaths
The provincial government have announced Monday 12 new coronavirus cases and four deaths in the past 48 hours.
Route cleared for GasLink
Clearing for the first two spreads of Coastal GasLink pipeline construction through the Peace region is nearly complete.
Horse trading for sick leave
How Parliament should function in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis remained unresolved Monday as the Conservatives dug in on their demand that the House of Commons resume normal operations with a reduced number of MPs in the chamber.
Mayors conserve water
The Okanagan Basin Water Board's Okanagan WaterWise program has released a video of Okanagan mayors to show how they conserve water in their yards as part of the annual Make Water Work campaign.
Town hall back in business
The Township of Spallumcheen is back open for walk-in business.
City aims to slow streets
Vancouver is considering plans to repurpose 50 kilometres of roadway in an effort to create more space for restaurant patios and lines outside of businesses, as well as walking and cycling, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Arrests at homeless camp
Eight people have been arrested as officials work to clear tent camps at two locations in Victoria.
Last week for COVID survey
B.C. residents who haven't yet taken the province's COVID-19 survey have until May 31 to do so.
Bynes goes back to school - Entertainment News
Amanda Bynes is focusing on her education after spending the past two months in a mental health facility.
Time to push pipelines?
Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.
Apology over cabin rant
An Alberta man who stirred up a hornet's nest of reaction over his comments about the Shuswap's plea for visitors to stay away over the Victoria Day long weekend is offering an apology.
Tests for all who want them
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced Sunday that anyone in the province can get tested for COVID-19, regardless of whether they have symptoms, as cases continued to mount and officials criticized thousands of people who gathered in a Toronto park a day earier.
Ebus ready to roll again
Ebus has announced it is relaunching service starting June 4.
Don’t try to fool government
Concrete answers are few and far between during a pandemic, which is why there weren’t a lot of them during the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce’s monthly webinar on Monday.
New ABBA music on way - Entertainment News
Bjorn Ulvaeus has promised ABBA's long awaited return with new music will happen this year.
They'd rather sleep outdoors
Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.
Man, 43, charged with murder after body found in Plymouth
It follows the death of a 49-year-old man in Beaumont Road on Friday
Devon and Cornwall MPs stay quiet on actions of Dominic Cummings
Dominic Cummings is due to make a public statement this afternoon after allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions
Two arrested on suspicion of manslaughter remain in custody
Investigation continues into the "unexplained" death of man in St Judes.
Burglar unmasked for not wearing mask in Sta. Ana
A MAN who was accosted in Sta. Ana, Manila the other day for not wearing face mask found himself in deeper trouble after the Manila Police District-Station 6 discovered upon verification that he is also a burglar.
ABS-CBN to get due process
THE leadership of Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano on Monday assured fairness and due process as the House committees on legislative franchises and on good government and public accountability will hold a joint hearing this Tuesday afternoon on the franchise application of ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation.
P240K mj seized from ‘BoC rep’ in Malate
OPERATIVES from the Manila Police District (MPD) confiscated six blocks of marijuana with a street value of about P240,000, from a man claiming to be a 'customs representative,’ during a buy-bust operation in Malate, Manila yesterday.
2 men jailed for selling fake Q-pass in Bulacan
TWO men selling fake quarantine pass in Bulacan were arrested by the local police in an entrapment operation in Malolos City shortly before noon Sunday, Bulacan Police Provincial Office director, Colonel Lawrence B. Cajipe said.
Wanted Saudi nat’l barred from leaving
AN overstaying Saudi Arabian national wanted by authorities in his country for fraud and embezzlement was barred by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) from leaving the country.
Win wants Meralco to issue more transparent electric bill
SENATOR Win Gatchalian has urged the Manila Electric Company (Meralco), the country’s largest distribution utility, to come up with a separate bill that is more transparent and will be very clear to the consumers, following mounting complaints of sudden surge in supposed electricity consumption for the month of May.
Oca places 4 streets in Bgy. 28 on total lockdown
THE local government of Caloocan city yesterday denied report circulating on social media that another barangay in the city will be placed on total lockdown starting today, Tuesday.
Isko lauds MTPB for helping deliver food aid
THE Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) headed by Dennis Viaje was commended by Mayor Isko Moreno for helping deliver food aid and rice to the city-based three-wheel public utility drivers numbering at least 17,000.
24,000 quarantined OFWS to go home
Labor Secretary Silvestre H. Bello III said that, upon instruction of President Rodrigo Duterte, the composite team of Philippine Coast Guard and Overseas Workers Welfare Administration will arrange in the next three days for daily trips for 8,000 OFWs via the Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange and the NAIA Terminal.
2 kids killed in mortar blast
COTABATO CITY – The military here launched an investigation following Sunday’s alleged mortar blast that killed two children and wounded over a dozen others in Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao.
Hataman bats for 'new normal' in education
Deputy Speaker and Basilan Rep. MujivHataman made this call to the Department of Education as the education sector, parents and students preparE for the next school year amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
Fake PNP-IMEG agent arrested in Cebu
A MAN who was found to be posing as an officer of the Philippine National Police Integrity Monitoring and Enforcement Group (PNP-IMEG) is now in jail after being arrested by real policemen last Sunday afternoon, PNP-IMEG director, Brigadier General Ronald O. Lee announced yesterday.
QC completes SAP distribution ahead of 4 Metro Manila cities
AHEAD of four other Metro Manila cities, the Quezon City government has reported complete the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Special Amelioration Program (SAP) distribution as of May 20.
DOJ: 202,605 child sex cases in homes during ECQ
A TOTAL of 202, 605 cases of sexual exploitation of children inside homes have been recorded since Luzon including the National Capital Region have been placed under the enhanced community quarantine due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
PNP to go hammer and tongs vs 405 for SAP aid anomalies
PHILIPPINE National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group director, Major General Joel Napoleon M. Coronel, yesterday said a total of 405 persons are under fire for their alleged involvement in anomalies regarding the distribution of Social Amelioration Program (SAP) cash subsidy.
Motorola Razr 2 confirmed by Lenovo spokesperson
Second generation foldable earmarked for September release
Samsung approved to turn on ECG function on Watch Active 2 in Korea
Sensors on the smartwatch can finally be used in company’s home country
WhatsApp beta reveals new QR code to share details and phone number
Feature may make it easier to share contact details
Sony’s upcoming WH-1000XM4 headphones to get wanted features
Highly anticipated sequel to the excellent XM3s are rumoured to be getting decent software upgrades
Girlfriend, 18, accused of murdering Fife man by driving over his head at farm
A STUDENT has appeared in court accused of murdering her boyfriend by running him down and driving over his head. Grace Ross, 18, is said to have murdered Joshua Kerr, also 18, in an alleged incide…
Police hunting thug after early morning attack in Glasgow city centre at Christmas
POLICE are hunting a thug after an attack in Glasgow just before Christmas. Officers are investigating an assault in the city centre around 3.30am on Friday December 20, 2019. And they have now rel…
Gran, 81, dies after two residents from care home ‘with 15 coronavirus deaths transferred to her home’
A HEARTBROKEN son has called for answers after a care firm transferred two residents with suspected coronavirus to his mum’s home. Gran Sylvia Williamson, 81, died on Sunday May 17 at Kenton …
Scots ex-model set on fire by twisted thug in murder bid urges Parole Board not to release him early
AN ex-model set on fire by a twisted thug who tried to murder her has urged the Scots Parole Board not to grant him early release. Anne Crossan, 51, who was scarred for life in the shocking attack,…
Paul Cairns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’
THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Cairns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…
Aberdeen suspect charged for allegedly taking poo in public garden in front of five-year-old girl
A MAN has been charged over allegedly taking a poo in a public garden in front of a five-year-old girl. Cops confirmed that a 45-year-old had been nicked in connection with the alleged incident in …
Aldi checkout worker pays for Hamilton customer’s shopping after her card was declined
AN ALDI checkout worker generously paid for a Hamilton customer’s shopping after her card was declined. Store Assistant Julie at the Hamilton Aldi, Wellhall Wynd, came to the rescue when a shopper…
Edinburgh man who brutally murdered neighbour in crazed knife attack dies in Shotts Prison
AN EDINBURGH man who brutally murdered his neighbour in a crazed knife attack has died behind bars. Rene Howieson, 39, stabbed neighbour Colin Skilbeck, 41, just weeks after getting married in 2017…
Paul Kearns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’
THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Kearns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…
Aberdeen pensioner Robin Green 74, missing overnight amid lockdown as cops urge public to be on the lookout
A PENSIONER has vanished from Aberdeen – with cops now urging the public to be on the lookout for him. Keen hillwalker Robin Green, 74, disappeared from the West End area of the city yesterda…
NHS worker helping coronavirus patients was ‘ripped off’ over a bike from Mike Ashley’s House of Fraser
AN NHS physio helping Covid-19 patients claims she was ripped off over a bike bought from ex-Rangers shareholder Mike Ashley’s House of Fraser. Marie Gregory ordered a £250 Muddy Fox model — but wh…
Suspect arrested after man killed in Ayrshire ‘shooting’
A SUSPECT has been arrested after a man was killed in an alleged Ardrossan shooting. Paul Cairns, 42, died after the alleged firearms incident in the Ayrshire town yesterday. Armed cops and a force…
Motherwell trio lost in Arrochar mist as Scots mountain rescue called out for first time in lockdown
A MOTHERWELL trio lost in the mist on Arrochar prompted the first Scots mountain rescue call out in lockdown. Three hillwalkers lost their way as mist descended upon The Cobbler tracks in Arrochar,…
Motherwell trio lost in Arrochar mist fined after Scots mountain rescue called out for first time in lockdown
A MOTHERWELL trio lost in the mist on Arrochar have been fined after it prompted the first Scots mountain rescue call out in lockdown. Three hillwalkers, aged 21,22 and 23, lost their way as mist d…
IAF's 18 Squadron with LCA Tejas to be operational on May 27 at Sulur
The 18 Squadron was formed on April 15, 1965 with the motto 'Teevra aur Nirbhaya' meaning 'Swift and Fearless'.Tejas is an indigenous fourth-generation tailless compound delta wing aircraft
Shaktikanta Das differs with govt over IMF's $500 billion rights plan
RBI governor backed IMF’s plan to issue fresh SDRs for helping crisis-hit members.Fresh SDR issue would have helped least developed and developing nations facing a forex crisis
Covid-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine over pending safety data
That’s after the Lancet published a study that said the drug, touted by US President Donald Trump as a treatment, was linked to an increased risk of death and heart ailments.The studies may resume if data warrants, Mike Ryan, head of the WHO’s health emergencies program, said at a briefing
Lawmakers raise concerns over ‘distress withdrawal’ of EPFO funds
Most Opposition parties believe the withdrawals, about 10 times that in a similar time frame before lockdown, shows distress.Parties believe the matter of EPF withdrawals should be discussed when the standing committee meets
Heatwave likely to abate only after May 28; Dust storm, thunderstorm expected on May 29-29: IMD
The IMD had on Sunday issued a red colour-coded alert for north India for May 25-26 when prevailing heatwave conditions are expected to peak.Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh have been experiencing blistering heat for days with temperatures soaring over 45 degrees Celsius
Long lines and huge wait time, the new face of air travel
For passengers taking their first flight post the lockdown, air travel has been tedious but most are just happy to be home.What also differed is the passenger experience depending on the state to which they travel
Modi conveys Eid greetings to Bangladesh PM, Abu Dhabi crown prince
Modi and Sheikh Hasina share their assessment of the damage caused by cyclone Amphan.Sheikh Zayed and Modi express satisfaction about the effective cooperation between the two countries during the covid-19 pandemic situation
Supply disruption in China a great opportunity for India: USIBC's Nisha Biswal
The amount of new spending in the economic relief package is relatively low, about 1-2% of India’s GDP, which is far lower than the stimulus packages announced in the US and other major economies
China to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.People opting to return China will have to accept all quarantine, epidemic prevention arrangements during the flight as well as after entering China
Eventful day at Bengaluru airport as domestic flights resume operations
Flight operations were scheduled to commence at 12.40 am but confusion and cancellation made the wait longer for security and other personnel at the airport.Several passengers tried to dodge authorities to escape institutional quarantine but with little success
Yogi Adityanath govt says 14-day quarantine for passengers coming from abroad
'Passengers coming from foreign countries will need to give a letter of consent to the effect that they will stay in 14-day quarantine,'UP Home Department said.Domestic flight operations resumed today across the country except in Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal
Boris Johnson's aide Cummings says he won't quit over lockdown road trip
The government is facing a tide of anger from politicians and the public over the revelation that Dominic Cummings traveled more than 250 miles (400 kilometers) from London to his parents' home in Durham, northeast England at the end of March
Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight as staffer tests positive
A fourth grade multi-tasking staffer, who last attended the office on May 19, tested Covid-19 positive. Nine of his contacts at the Rail Bhavan had been home quarantined.Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection
India, Israel plan to jointly develop rapid testing tools for covid-19
DRDO and CSIR are likely to partner with Israel’s Directorate of R&D in its ministry of defence to develop the rapid testing tools.Israel recently claimed it had developed a monoclonal antibody that may ’neutralize’ SARS-CoV-2
China's 'Bat Woman' warns coronavirus is just tip of the iceberg
If we want to prevent human beings from suffering from the next pandemic, we must go in advance to learn of these unknown viruses carried by wild animals in nature and give early warnings, said Shi Zhengli, deputy director of Wuhan Institute of Virology
Stung by outrage, Andhra govt puts plans to sell 50 TTD properties on hold
Opposition parties contended that the move to sell 50 immovable properties would hurt the sentiments of those who had donated the properties to the ancient temple of Lord Venkateswara
Two more covid-19 deaths in Karnataka, virus spreads to 29 out of 30 districts
Karnataka confirms 93 cases on Monday that takes the total number of active cases to 1,431
Covid-19: Recovery rate improves to 41.57%, says govt
A total of 57,720 people have been cured so far in India, says Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Locust swarms reach MP, farmers brace for pain in kharif season
India has witnessed several locust plagues and upsurges since 1812 to 1997, but there has not been any major locust upsurge since 2011.The insects are known to originate in Arabian Peninsula, and invade India via Rajasthan-Pakistan border, just before the onset of the seasonal monsoon
Germany will take stake in Lufthansa in landmark $9.8-bn bailout deal
Government’s holding in the company, privatized with fanfare two decades ago, to start at 20% and could rise above 25%
Over 4 mn stranded migrants ferried in 3,060 'Shramik Special' trains in 25 days
The top five states where most of these trains terminated are Uttar Pradesh (1,245 trains), Bihar (846 trains), Jharkhand (123 trains), Madhya Pradesh (112 trains), Odisha (73 trains)
Maharashtra's Covid-19 count crosses 52,000-mark, death toll reaches 1,695
As many as 1,186 patients got discharged after recovering from the highly contagious disease today, taking the total number of recovered patients in the state to 15,786.On Sunday, the state recorded the biggest jump in the number of new cases in a single day with 3,041 new coronavirus patients
Coronavirus lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan
Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.The district magistrates of Hamirpur and Solan issued orders Monday extending the curfew in their areas up to June 30
Kerala reports 49 new covid-19 cases
The fresh covid-19 cases also include two prisoners.Hundreds of police personnel and a magistrate who were in contact with the two prisoners were put in home quarantine
India among 10 worst countries in COVID-19 cases, 11 areas account for 70% cases
India overtook Iran to become the 10th biggest hotspot of coronavirus infection worldwide.India recorded nearly 7,000 cases in last 24 hours
Coronavirus cases rise to 13,418 in Delhi; Arvind Kejriwal says situation under control
Most of the coronavirus patients in Delhi are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms.Over 500 people tested positive in the national capital in last 24 hours
UP plans migration commission to help find jobs for workers returning home
Yogi Adityanath said other states will need permission from the UP government if they want to make use of labourers from Uttar Pradesh.The UP government will offer training, along with an allowance, to migrant workers once the skill mapping is over
'Indians soar in the skies again,' tweets aviation minister Hardeep Singh Puri
All health protocols were being followed by officials for both the arriving as well as departing air passengers.International commercial passenger flight services remain suspended in India
Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude.Instead of lowering the altitude, the pilot responded by saying that he was satisfied
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Maharashtra's Covid-19 count breaches 52,000-mark, over 1,000 deaths in Mumbai
In the state, death toll of covid-19 patients has now gone up to 1,695.Of the total cases, Mumbai alone reported 31,972 cases
Maharashtra govt appoints nodal officers to handle domestic flight passengers
The state government appoints the additional municipal commissioners as the nodal officers for the purpose of enforcing the SOP norms
Maharashtra creates jumbo medical centres as Covid-19 count crosses 50,000-mark
'A 30,000-bed Covid-19 care centre for those patients who do not have the capacity for self-isolation has been created in Mumbai,' said Uddhav.The current count of Covid-19 patients in the state of Maharashtra is 52,667
To combat COVID-19, India adopted Intelligent Testing Strategy, says ICMR
India has now 610 laboratories — 432 public and 178 private which are currently testing 1.1 lakh samples daily. The testing capacity has been increased to 1.4 lakh samples per day, which is being further raised to 2 lakh
Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 17,000-mark after record spike in cases
State's virus-related death toll reaches 118.87 of the 805 new patients are passengers from Maharashtra who returned to the southern state
532 flights operated on Day 1, over 39,000 people travelled: Puri
'Action has returned to Indian skies,' tweeted Civil Aviation Minister after domestic flight service was resumed on Monday
Covid-19: Situation under control in Delhi, says Kejriwal
Kejriwal said despite the surge in cases in the past few days, hospitals are not stressed and a large number of beds remain unoccupied.Delhi has a recovery rate of approximately 48%
Uttar Pradesh in grip of blistering heat, Allahabad hottest at 46.3 degrees Celcius
Day temperatures rose appreciably over Varanasi, Faizabad, and Lucknow divisions.The weatherman has forecast dry weather in the state warned of heatwave at isolated places over the next few days
Turbulent take-off for airlines amid last-minute changes in schedules
Only 532 of the scheduled 1,095 flights take off as airlines revise schedules to align operations with curbs put in place by states, leaving travellers fuming.Many passengers had to return from airports as airlines did not inform on cancellations until just a few hours before boarding
Jet Airways offers two Boeing aircraft for evacuation of stranded Indians
Jet Airways could supply up to four aircraft for evacuation missions within a reasonable period of time.Jet Airways has been grounded for a year due to lack of funds
Taking a flight to Mumbai? New rules make 14-day home isolation mandatory
Passengers coming for short duration will be exempted from home isolation if they submit return travel details, says Maharashtra govt's SOPs for air passengers.Passengers may be permitted to travel in their private passenger vehicles only between the airport and their residence
Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr dies at 96
The three-time Olympic gold medallist was in a semi-comatose state since May 18.His world record for most goals scored by an individual in the men's hockey final of the Olympics still remains unbeaten
Domestic passengers landing at Kerala don't seem to need Aarogya Setu
According to the rules, anyone arriving in Kerala on flights, can go into state run quarantine centres, if they so wish or if they have a separate attached bathroom at their home can remain in it for two weeks, when the quarantine period will end
Five-year-old boy flies back home alone from Delhi as domestic flights resume
The BIAL said it has registered 43 departures and 31 arrivals on Monday as the domestic flight services resumed.The boy was among those who arrived from Delhi as domestic air services resumed after two months of covid-19 lockdown
WHO warns of 'immediate second peak' in areas where Covid-19 is on a decline
WHO emergencies head Dr Mike Ryan said epidemics often come in waves, which means that outbreaks could come back later this year in places where the first wave has subsided
Coronavirus update: COVID-19 cases in India reach 1.38 lakh, nearly 7,000 new cases in last 24 hours
The number of deaths in India due to coronavirus infection has crossed 4,000.Maharashtra became the first state in India to confirm over 50,000 coronavirus cases
A GST cut can put auto sales on fast track to revival
The question is whether there will be adequate demand and, more importantly, what the government can do to encourage sales. Mint takes a look
Why cash can save the rural jobs scheme
India is set to spend over ₹1 tn on the world’s largest rural employment programme. Can it be made to work better?.Large work sites should be opened proactively in each panchayat without waiting for applications. Anyone who shows up should be allowed to work and payments should be in cash
Eid in lockdown: Jama Masjid to remain closed for devotees
In the presence of existing restrictions, the usual hustle-bustle seen during Eid is missing in markets.People in Ranchi said that they will celebrate Eid keeping in mind all lockdown guidelines and norms
Huawei to be ousted from UK network
Plans to further reduce Huawei’s involvement in UK 5G infrastructure are being drawn up following growing anti-China sentiment in the wake of the coronavirus.
PA easing coronavirus restrictions in occupied West Bank
The Palestinian Authority (PA) has announced an easing of coronavirus restrictions in the occupied West Bank following a steady drop in the number of new infections.
Second man with COVID-19 dies in US immigration custody
A Guatemalan man held in United States immigration detention died after contracting the novel coronavirus, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed on Monday. He is the second known migrant to die of COVID-19 while in immigration custody.
PM Shinzo Abe declares end to Japan's coronavirus emergency
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has lifted a state of emergency in Tokyo and four other areas that were still under coronavirus restrictions, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy and calling on people to adapt to a "new normal".
US DOJ probing Arbery slaying as possible hate crime, lawyers say
The United States Department of Justice is investigating the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, an unarmed Black man who was killed while jogging in a predominately White neighbourhood in the US state of Georgia, as a possible hate crime, US media reported on Monday, citing the lawyers representing the Arbery family.
Trump: We will move Republican convention unless crowds allowed
President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state's Democratic governor does not immediately sign off on allowing a full-capacity gathering in August despite the continuing coronavirus pandemic.
Questions remain after US cop kills Muslim man who 'threw rocks'
The Muslim community in the US state of Georgia is searching for answers after a sheriff's deputy shot and killed a Sudanese-American man earlier this month.
Taiwan offers help to Hong Kong activists as China tightens grip
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing.
Australia begins wide-ranging investigation into deadly bushfires
Australia on Monday began its first hearings into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, killing 33 people, destroying some 2,500 homes and razing an area the size of South Korea.
Spain urges foreign holidaymakers to return in July
Spain has urged foreign holidaymakers to return in July as one of Europe's strictest lockdowns eased, though tourism businesses were sceptical about salvaging the summer season.
US curbs travel from Brazil amid deepening coronavirus outbreak
The White House has announced a ban on travel to the United States from Brazil due to the spread of coronavirus in Latin America's hardest-hit country.
UK PM Boris Johnson backs top aide after lockdown revelations
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defended his chief adviser Dominic Cummings, amid a clamour of calls for Cummings to resign after it emerged he travelled to Durham from London while the country was on lockdown and everyone had been told to stay at home.
Egypt under fire over coronavirus deaths among healthcare workers
Egypt's medical union blamed the government for the rise in coronavirus infections and deaths among healthcare professionals, warning of a "complete collapse" of the country's health system.
Joe Biden emerges from coronavirus lockdown
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden emerged from his Delaware home on Monday and made his first in-person appearance in more than two months to mark the Memorial Day holiday in the United States by laying a wreath at a veterans' park near his home.
Western Australia hit by 'once-in-a-decade storm'
About 47,000 of homes and businesses were left without power across the state of Western Australia on Sunday, as a severe storm brought wind speeds of more than 100km/h (60 miles per hour), according to officials.
Ramaphosa: South Africa coronavirus lockdown to ease from June 1
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a further easing of coronavirus restrictions from next month in a move that will allow most sectors of the economy to reopen fully under "strict health protocols" and "social distancing rules".
Iran reopens major Shia shrines after two-month closure
Iran has reopened major Shia shrines across the Islamic republic, more than two months after they were closed, as it reported its lowest deaths from coronavirus since March.
Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-US Marine in spy trial
Prosecutors in Russia's spy trial have asked a court to sentence former US Marine Paul Whelan to 18 years in prison for allegedly accepting state secrets, according to his lawyer.
Crackdown as HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'
Hong Kong's security chief on Monday warned "terrorism" was growing in the city as the local government rallied behind Beijing's plan to impose national security laws on the restive territory and police fired tear gas and pepper spray at thousands of people who took to the streets to protest.
US says China's HK national security law could lead to sanctions
China's proposed national security legislation for Hong Kong could lead to US sanctions and threaten the city's status as a financial hub, the White House has said.
Afghan president pledges to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has started the process to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a "goodwill gesture", his spokesperson said, in a move that came after the government welcomed the armed group's surprise announcement of a three-day ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Akshay Kumar mourns the death of hockey star Balbir Singh
In 2018 Akshay Kumar had played the role of a hockey champion in Gold. The film revolved around the first win of India in Olympics. While working on this film, Akshay Kumar had been fortunate enough to meet hockey legend Balbir Singh. Today the legend took his last breath and Akshay expressed his grief on social media.
Anupam Kher gets nostalgic after completing 36 years in Bollywood
Anupam Kher is one of the most versatile actors in B-town. Over the years, he has made us laugh, cry and shake with fear. The actor has had a stellar career, with some memorable performances. He completes 36 years today in the industry and celebrated the occasion by sharing a special video.
Japan to expand entry ban to visitors from India and 10 other nations
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Japan will maintain the current set of border control measures until the end of June.
Hong Kong security chief warns of 'terrorism' as government backs new security laws
Hong Kong's security chief said "terrorism" was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing's plans to introduce nation
Kyoto hotels hit by 89% slump in foreign stays as pandemic takes toll
Visitors from East Asia, where the virus took hold from the start of the year, plummeted even further.
Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi ties more crucial than ever as pandemic rocks carmakers
Revising their strategies this week, the firms will at least have the opportunity to show progress in moving beyond last year’s management paralysis.
Japanese government panel says time right to lift emergency in five prefectures
The Japanese government was set to end its nationwide state of emergency by lifting the order for Tokyo, its surrounding areas and Hokkaido on Monday.
Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people as protests reignite
Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance," President Tsai Ing-wen has said, after a resurgence in protests in the C
Even as virus eases, the worst may be yet to come for Abe
Japan’s coronavirus emergency was coming to an end, but Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s political troubles may be just beginning.
Crowdfunding projects help virus-hit businesses in Japan
Fundraisers in crowdfunding plans often provide donors with meal discount tickets and premium accommodation vouchers.
Japan's ANA leads way as masks become new normal in virus-era air travel
From June, All Nippon Airways will require all passengers to wear face masks inside airports and aboard aircraft.
Japan cautiously lifts last of virus emergency controls
The government’s decision to lift the declaration highlights its strong desire to revive the nation’s faltering economy as quickly as possible.
Japan opposition still seeking candidate for Tokyo governor race
Incumbent Yuriko Koike, 67, is riding on a wave of popularity amid the capital's fight against COVID-19.
Japan will aim to shore up travel demand from late July
The government will carry out support measures to shore up demand in the travel and restaurant industries hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, starting la
Boris Johnson gambles to save aide who flouted U.K. lockdown rules
U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson put his own authority on the line as he fought to save his most senior aide, Dominic Cummings, in the face of growing dem
Flights back in the air, but carry very few passengers
Patronage on day one despite COVID-19 threat and restrictions augur well for air services, it is felt
With wheat harvest over, Punjab registers spike in stubble burning
Moga district has seen the highest number of farm fire incidents at 1,179 so far
Case against Ponmudi and 99 others for violating prohibitory orders
The former minister and partymen held a meeting violating lockdown norms, says official
NCP chief meets Governor amid rising tensions in State
Party claims it was courtesy visit, no politics discussed
Lockdown | Migrant workers leave for home with joy and relief
There were some anxious moments before they could set foot into the special Shramik service from Madurai to distant Bihar
Deliberations on to resolve LAC tensions
Indian, Chinese troops dig in with reinforcements.
Interns on COVID-19 duty in Ujjain demand stipends
Students of a private medical college face legal action for staying away from work
Chaos at GMR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport as many domestic flights get cancelled
Almost 120 flights were supposed to land or take flight today but only 40 were operated.
Passengers’ body blames govt. for sloppy first day of flight resumption
The Air Passengers Association of India (APAI) on Monday blamed the government’s sloppy handling of domestic flight resumption for large-scale flight cancellations and passengers not knowing State-wis
Heat wave likely to abate only after May 28: IMD
Dust storm, thunderstorm expected on May 29 and 30, says IMD
J&K tops in COVID-19 testing, says UT govt.
Testing capacity now stands at 8,100 samples per day
Anti-CAA protest: Pinjra Tod activists granted bail, rearrested
They were initially arrested on Saturday in relation with an FIR registered on February 24 over the sit-in protest at Jafrabad Metro Station against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act
Women protest the opening of Tasmac shops
A group of women staged a protest against the opening of a Tasmac shop in Athipattu in Tiruvallur district on Monday.According to police, the women snatched the umbrellas of the men waiting in queue a
Several domestic flights from IGI cancelled
Many flyers stranded as some States impose curbs; officials ensure adherence to safety guidelines
Air passengers go into quarantine in hotels in Coimbatore
On the first day of resumption of air travel on Monday, 100 passengers reached the city. From the aircraft from New Delhi and Chennnai, the city received around 40 passengers and by the evening aircra
NGT appoints committee to investigate Manali gas leak
Wants panel to find out whether emission standard of ammonia in the plant was within the limits
Area under gingelly expected to increase in Tiruchi district: official
The area under gingelly is expected to increase by about 200 hectares in Tiruchi district this year, thanks to a push given to oil seed cultivation under the Targeted Rice Fallow Area (TRFA) Oil Seeds
Government to stop maize procurement by month-end
Less than half of estimated maize produce procured so far
After chaotic Day 1, only 41 flights planned today at Chennai airport
More cancellations expected, say officials
Mobile dispensary screens 20,000 people for various ailments
The van was flagged off by District Collector C. Kathiravan on April 9.
‘106 desilting works are on’
Works taken up under the Chief Ministers’ Special Desilting Scheme are being executed under the supervision and guidance of farmers, according to Rajesh Lakhoni, Monitoring Officer for the district.An
Question in Goa Board’s Class X English exam stokes row
The ruling BJP has demanded action in the matter, while the opposition Congress said the question reflects the “reality of the state government”
Decks cleared for formation of agriculture boards
They will recommend support packages for crop diversification
Coronavirus lockdown | Congress online move for direct cash transfer to non-I-T payees
Party expects at least 50 lakh of its workers, office-bearers and sympathisers to participate in Thursday event
High-power panel seeks further inputs on gas leak incident
The high-power committee set up by the State government to probe the LG Polymers styrene vapour leakage incident on May 7 has decided receive further inputs till May 31 so as to submit its report with
More special trains from Coimbatore for migrant workers
With nearly 37,000 migrant workers leaving Coimbatore district in the last few days by special trains to their home States, another five trains are likely to be operated from here. An official said th
Write-up by Omar’s political adviser triggers storm in NC
Tanvir Sadiq had advocated ‘for a reconciliation and reaching out to the people of Jammu and Kashmir’
Hazmat suits carelessly dumped at burial site
As per standard protocol, safe disposal of PPE is the responsibility of GHMC
Vigil stepped up in Srisailam reserve
Sequel to death of Royal Bengal Tiger in Prakasam district
Celebrations low key in Vijayapura
Following the nation-wide lockdown and prohibition by the government on mass religious activities, Eid-ul-fitr festival remained completely low key and simple here.Eidgah, the central place where spec
90 % of promises fulfilled in first year itself: Jagan
‘Establishment of local secretariats a crowning achievement’
Farmers stage tractor march in Fatehabad against curbs on paddy sowing
Soil and climate not conducive for alternative crops such as maize, they say
When hockey legends took on the world of films
World Cup winning captain Ajitpal Singh recalls the exhibition match organised by late Raj Kapoor at Wankhede
Air India can assign middle seats on rescue flights for now: Supreme Court
“After June 6, it must operate in compliance with any interim orders passed by the High Court”.
Daily wagers’ struggle continues despite easing of lockdown
Many wait endlessly at labour addas
Coronavirus lockdown | Shiv Sena, Congress take jibe at Piyush Goyal over diversion of U.P.-bound train
Shiv Sena’s ally Congress also took a dim view of the train diversion, saying the government was “taking migrant workers on a country tour” without providing them food and water
89 persons including 45 returnees from Gulf countries test positive for COVID-19 in Andhra
So far, 62 foreign returnees have tested positive upon returning to the State as part of Vande Bharat Mission.
Virtual courts to be set up for trying petty offences
HC’s computer committee enters into MoU with SBI for payment gateway services
Asymptomatic travellers can go home: Delhi govt.
It has issued norms for domestic journeys
HK security chief warns of growing ‘terrorism’ as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws
Police said they arrested more than 180 people on Sunday, when authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse anti-government protesters as unrest returned to the Chinese-ruled city after months of relative calm.
Mother, daughter end life after family quarrel
Repayment of loan for home reported to be trigger
Rescued migrant labourers narrate their ordeal to RDO
An inquiry was conducted with 14 migrant youth engaged in borewell industry in Madurai to ascertain whether they were kept as bonded labourers. They were rescued over a month ago by a city-based non g
High-risk wards flatten curve
However, wards with few cases initially record rise in infection
Gesture to migrant workers for Ramzan
Ramzan this year remained a low-key celebration what with no mass prayers either at mosques or at Eidga grounds, owing to COVID-19 lockdown. However, true to the spirit of the festival that promotes g
No interim relief for HDIL promoters
A Sessions court has rejected the interim bail plea filed by Rakesh and Sarang Wadhawan, promoters of Housing Development and Infrastructure Limited (HDIL) and key accused in the Punjab and Maharashtr
High Court stays munsif court order on church
Orthodox priest seeks to restrain Jacobite priests from managing church
JNUSU, admin spar over circular advising students to go home
Students’ union feels that travelling at this time put lives at risk
A ‘silver’ fish from Velankanni
The new freshwater species, Puntius sanctus, grows to only 7 cm
A very homely Ramzan
‘The spirit of the festival is to offer help, and we did”
Death toll in Mumbai Police rises to 12
A 57-year-old constable posted at a suburban traffic chowky became the 12th personnel in the Mumbai Police and 18th in the State to die of COVID-19 on Monday. The constable was on leave for the past o
Former Assam CM seeks release of 2 JNU students
Pinjra Tod members in police custody.
Last Zamindar of Singampatti no more
Murugadoss took the reins as a child
Woman’s body found in A.P. linked to Gorrekunta deaths in TS
Confession of accused led to identification of victim, says GRP SP
‘Decision to auction TTD assets not fair’
Trust Board special invitee writes to Subba Reddy
11 camps set up in Coimbatore district to evaluate Class XII answer scripts
3,000 teachers and 500 non-teaching staff to be involved in the process
South Korea reports 16 new cases of coronavirus
The figures released by the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday brought national totals to 11,206 cases and 267 deaths.
Salem Airport to resume operations on Wednesday
Temperature of passengers would be screened before boarding and passengers would be provided with PPE kits along with sanitisers by the airline.
RIMS Director rebuts allegations
Staff upset with steps taken to streamline operations, he says
Three lakh Muslims offer prayers from their homes
Earlier in the day, the Muslims engaged in charity work and gave away gifts and food in parcels, keeping in mind the COVID-19 restrictions.
Clamour for transparency of testing data grows shriller
Our strategy is focused but not random, say Health officials
HC seeks govt. reply on encroachment of tanks
Telangana High Court directed the State government to file counter affidavits in two PIL petitions relating to alleged encroachments of water bodies surrounding the State capital. A bench of Chief Jus
Heat wave conditions to continue for a few more days
The heat wave conditions being experienced in different parts of the State are likely to continue for a few more days.Scorching heat is being witnessed in several districts with important towns, espec
FM’s package of no use to micro enterprises: ex-CM
‘A fresh Budget must be presented in Parliament's next session’
China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs 3 a day earlier
All of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas.
Odisha’s plan of home delivery of liquor goes for a toss
People could not find any application platform to order liquor online and shop owners also insisted on offline selling
China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan
All of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas.
Coronavirus | Lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh’s Hamirpur, Solan
Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.
Wuhan uses sample pooling to conduct 6.57 million tests in 10 days
This includes a record 1.47 million tests on Saturday
Officials swing into action asreturnees’ numbers swell
Zero in on NREGA to provide temporary livelihood
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Increase in area of kuruvai cultivation expected
The Agriculture Department anticipates an increase of over 5,000 hectares (ha) in the total area of kuruvai cultivation in Thanjavur district this year.Last year, the shutters of Stanley Reservoir wer
Coronavirus | WHO suspends clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine over safety concerns
The Lancet study found that both drugs can produce potentially serious side effects, particularly heart arrhythmia.
Officials told to help draw up crop plans at village level
Farmers urged to strictly follow government advice on cropping pattern
Ramzan celebrations muted
Celebrations on Eid-ul-Fitr, popularly known as Ramzan, were subdued with no mass prayers in any part of the central region on Monday.Hundreds of Muslims usually congregated at idgah grounds and mosqu
Coronavirus | 103 more COVID-19 positive cases detected in Odisha
96 of them are migrant workers who returned recently, says government
‘We will not sow maize crop in coming season, heed government advice’
Farmers in more than 30 villages pass a resolution to follow regulated farming
Paper valuation may burn a hole in their pocket
Plus Two teachers grapple with uncertainty of transport services to centres in Tiruchi district
COVID-19: Senior sanitation supervisor at AIIMS dies
A canteen worker also died of the pandemic in the past week.
More healthcare providers test positive for COVID-19 in Chennai
Doctors, nurses and paramedical staff among the worst-hit, say officials
14 more cases in Kasaragod
On Monday, 14 persons tested positive for COVID-19 in Kasaragod district. Of these, 13 had come from Maharastra and one from abroad. With Keralites stranded in other States entering the State through
Coronavirus | Low volume of cases but more affected areas
Health officials are looking out for some areas where there could be community transmission.
Farmers protest restrictions on paddy cultivation in Haryana
State government wants to encourage crop diversification
COVID-19 cases rise in Manipur
Official sources said that the number of cases in Manipur has increased to 32.
A year on, over 100 PG medical students caught in crossfire over stipend
They haven’t been paid from March 2019
Cases from other States hike toll in southern districts
Thoothukudi, Virudhunagar districts report 17 cases each
Bengal Govt. blames Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation for power collapse
‘The problem is not just because trees could not be removed. CESC told us they did not have enough staff,’ says Kolkata Municipal Corporation administrator Firhad Hakim,
54 flights to land at Bengaluru Airport on first day of resuming operations
Till 9 a.m. on Monday, five flights have landed at the KIA and 17 have taken off to various destinations
Despite glut, Government unlikely to cut fuel prices, says Dharmendra Pradhan
It is a conscious decision: Pradhan
Tangedco urged to issue fresh directions on building completion certificate
Coimbatore Consumer Cause, a consumer organisation, has urged the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco) to give clear instructions to its officials so that they insist on build
Kharge slams Modi government on absence of sector-specific plan
Senior Congress leader says the Centre has refused to address the crisis
Economic package is a mix of supply-side and demand-side measures: Dharmendra Pradhan
The oil industry is faced with an extraordinary situation. Our government’s view is to take a cautious and conscious approach of a balance in price, save it and use it for welfare, says Petroleum Minister
Taxis, autos allowed to ferry passengers to and from airports, train stations
Easing of curbs to benefit city
24-year-old guest worker from Bihar held for Warangal killings
Nine people sedated, thrown into well to cover up murder of a woman
Raut slams Yogi’s claim of ‘ill-treatment’ of migrant workers in Maharashtra
Mr. Raut, whose party heads the coalition government in Maharashtra, said he would send to Mr. Adityanath video clips of migrant workers hailing Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray
Retired and re-employed, they add to burden on exchequer
Austerity measures fly in the face of several instances of lavish expenditure
‘Original bhai’, friend held for firing countrymade gun in Diva
Accused wanted to establish himself as gangster with murder
Uthra’s house witnesses dramatic scenes
Sooraj is brought to victim’s house for evidence collection
Extend MGNREGA work to 200 days, says PMK
The PMK on Monday demanded that work under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act be extended to 200 days instead of the present 100 days.In a statement, its founder S. Ramadoss sa
Kannur native’s death takes toll to 6
49 more test positive, majority of them imported cases
DDS to focus on ‘local’ aspect in farming
Farmers prepare seeds and fertilizer themselves on the lines of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan
HC paves way for release of Netflix horror series Betaal
Scriptwriter’s copyright infringement plea rejected
Migrant workers of Odisha cross into Chittoor from Tamil Nadu
Urge A.P. authorities to arrange transport to their home State
Tirumala laddus fly off shelves in no time
Stocks at district headquarters evaporate in no time
COVID-19 outbreak in city under control: CM
‘We are prepared for surge in cases’
Flight operations in Andhra Pradesh to resume today
The State government has listed guidelines for passengers and airlines in view of resumption of domestic operations in the country. An order by the Department of Infrastructure and Investments has bee
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CIAL handles 1,050 passengers as domestic services resume
Monday marked the 21st anniversary of the airport
Three more succumb to COVID in TS, 66 test positive
Three COVID-19 patients died in Telangana on Monday taking the toll to 56. This is the seventh consecutive day starting May 19 that Telangana is reporting COVID deaths. There was spike number of COVID
Father, son among four new COVID-19 patients in Kozhikode
They returned from Chennai on May 11 by a private vehicle
Low key festivities mark Id-ul-Fitr in TS districts
No massive congregations at idgahs
Liquor shops open in U.T.
The outlets will function from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Japan ends state of emergency
Economy Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura told reporters that experts on a government-commissioned panel approved the plan to end the state of emergency that has lasted for more than a month and a half.
Venkaiah Naidu reviews preparedness for holding regular Parliament panel meetings
Officers of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, and those of ministries appearing before such committees to be kept to the bare minimum, say sources
Just bluster, says Chennithala
Chennithala says CM is all bluster and no action
UDF to intervene in KC(M) infighting
Joseph, Jose factions spar over Kottayam district panchayat president post
COVID19: Pulitzer winning Indian-origin physician, compatriot in NYS commission on economic recovery
Mr. Cuomo on Sunday announced that the state’s Blue-Ribbon Commission, chaired by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, will also focus on improving telehealth and broadband access using new, innovative technologies.
As flights resume, more passengers leave than arrive in Mumbai
24 flights depart from city, while 23 land; seven airlines carry 4,852 passengers to and fro; highest passenger load to Delhi
Salon shop owners face a cut in earnings
Drop in customers and increase in operating costs put them in soup
Change in flight schedule catches passengers off guard at RGIA
Airport scheduled to handle 120 aircraft could operate only 39 flights
16 persons in Udupi district test positive for COVID-19
Eight of them are in the age group of 3-11 years
Coronavirus | Death toll mounts to 12 in Bihar
The State has so far reported 2,511 positive cases.
Spike in stubble burning incidents in Punjab
With wheat harvesting over in Punjab, the State has witnessed a spike in incidents of stubble burning against the last two years as several farmers continue to defy the ban on burning the crop residue
Coronavirus India lockdown Day 62 live updates | May 25, 2020
Data from Johns Hopkins University show that the total number of cases in India has surpassed that of Iran and India now has the 10th highest number of confirmed cases worldwide.
Domestic flights resume at Coimbatore International Airport
Three services touched down from Delhi, Chennai and Bengaluru
‘Give status report on caste-based atrocities’
Human rights activists press for action by State govt.
Bombay HC rejects plea seeking termination of 24-week foetus with Down Syndrome
33-year-old woman, pregnant with twins, had filed petition after learning one of the foetuses suffered from untreatable chromosomal anomaly which would cause substantial risk of mental or physical disability
Masks, distancing norms and half-empty planes — passengers recount experiences at Chennai airport
‘It was surreal to see people wearing PPE throughout the journey’
Cases whittle down to 74 as 37 get discharged in Nellore
In a welcome development, 37 persons were discharged from hospital on recovery in SPSR Nellore district on Monday. As many as 15 patients, including 14 from the COVID-19 hotspot of Sullurpeta, were di
Migrant workers leave for Jharkhand, Odisha from Dindigul
DINDIGULAbout 1875 migrant workers belonging to Jharkhand and Odisha were seen off in two special trains here on Monday.Forest Minister Dindigul C Srinivasan, Collector M. Vijayalakshmi and other seni
Coronavirus lockdown | UK to reopen thousands of shops next month, says Boris Johnson
Johnson is keen to restart an economy which has been all but shut down since Britain entered a lockdown to try to stem the spread of disease.
Coronavirus | Forced to stay in car for five days despite testing negative for COVID-19
Villagers’ apprehensions and stigma attached to the disease are to blame for my fate, he says.
ILO to PM Modi: ‘send clear message’ on changes in labour laws
A group of 10 Central trade unions wrote to ILO, seeking its intervention to protect workers’ rights and international labour standards.
White House limits travel to U.S. from Brazil due to coronavirus
Brazil has surpassed Russia to become the world No. 2 hot spot for coronavirus cases, second only to the United States
Coronavirus lockdown | 532 flights take off but over 50% seats go empty
39,000 passengers ferried; last minute cancellations leave many frustrated
Domestic flights resume
Poor patronage and chaos due to cancellations hit airports in Kerala
NPA to start online classes from today
137 probationers to attend three classes for at least four hours a day as part of Phase-II training
Industry gearing up for normal activity
At present, many units run by scaling down production
400 km lockdown trip: U.K. government rejects calls to sack chief aide
The opposition Labour Party has called for an official investigation.
Police arrest four for murder of youth
Accused wanted to take revenge on father of the victim
Zee office building in Noida sealed
The Zee Media Corporation Limited building in Noida’s Sector 16 has been sealed for sanitisation and access to it will be allowed only after the health team issues a fitness certificate, the District
Maharashtra issues guidelines for air travel
Passengers to be stamped on left hand for home isolation of 14 days and self-monitoring of health
Grocery and grain market in APMC reopens
Pune district sees highest single-day surge of more than 450 cases
A territorial fight over death of a COVID-19 patient
Nearly 45 days after a senior citizen of Mahe, an enclave of the Puducherry Union Territory in Kerala, died of COVID-19, his death remains out of official records following a territorial fight between
Subsidy for scooter scheme released
A sum of ₹8.88 crore has been released as subsidy for purchase of scooters for women under Amma scheme in Tiruvarur district.Disclosing this while handing over the keys to 216 beneficiaries at the Dis
Activists, writers urge PM to impose 2% wealth tax on the richest 1%
A host of activists and writers have petitioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to impose “2% wealth tax on the richest 1% of the country” to fight COVID-19 pandemic. The signatories inclu
Nagari once again a red zone with five COVID-19 cases
Chittoor district reports six new cases
Residents’ protest forces BBMP to shift quarantine centre
They were supported by the local councillor
60 more die in Maharashtra, Mumbai death toll crosses 1,000
With 2,436 new cases, total COVID-19 cases in State reach 52,667
Uttar Pradesh releases skill map of migrant workers
State government says it will provide them jobs as per their skills, experience.
Land auction allegations a campaign to defame TTD, says Subba Reddy
‘The resolution was passed by the trust board in 2016’
Insist on institutional quarantine for expats: IMA
Kerala govt. warned of losing the battle against virus
Govt. directs TTD to put sale of properties on hold
Decision comes a day ahead of BJP’s call for Statewide protest
Coronavirus | 103 more COVID-19 positive cases detected in Odisha
96 of them are migrant workers who returned recently, says government
TDP to hold Mahanadu through Zoom app
14,000 leaders and workers expected to converge on the vidro-conferencing platform
Id-ul-Fitr a low-key affair in city
People celebrate the festival and offer prayers at their homes
Elaborate arrangements at RGIA
No stipulation of 14-day quarantine period for those without any symptoms
Confusion reigns in Telangana airport as flights get cancelled
Only 40 of the 120 flights that were scheduled to land or take off from the GMR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport were operated.
AAP, BJP trade barbs over mishandling of epidemic
They attack each other over lack of effort
Three more cases in Pathanamthitta
Two men from Abu Dhabi and pregnant woman from Kuwait test positive
AF’s second LCA squadron to spread wings from Sulur in T.N. on Wednesday
Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria to operationalise the unit
Seven-day institutional quarantine mandatory in AP for flyers from six states
All the flyers who wish to come to the State have to enrol in Spandana website and obtain a clearance before buying tickets, order says
Over 20,000 students opt for change in examination centres
Many want to write the exams from their home towns
Heat wave strikes pockets of North, coastal India
Several parts of North India reeled under intense heatwave, with several districts in Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh posting temperatures greater than 45 degrees Celsius or five
Domestic flight services resume at Tiruchi airport
IndiGo flight with 66 passengers from Bengaluru lands; airline cancels services on Chennai sector; passengers scanned on arrival
State police issue new guidelines as cases increase among force
Most were deployed to enforce lockdown, at checkposts and containment zones
BJP seeks white paper on COVID-19 spending
State has not been able to marshall its resources properly, says Telangana BJP president Bandi Sanjay Kumar
Coronavirus | Single-day spike continues its trend for the seventh day on Monday
6,977 new infections reported along with 154 deaths. Recovery rate also up, says Health Ministry
19 arrive in private airliner from Ahmedabad
As many as 19 passengers arrived in Belagavi from Ahmedabad, capital of the high-risk State of Gujarat, on a private airliner on Monday. A team of district officials, led by Assistant Commissione
44,460 students to write SSLC exams in Kozhikode
Thermal scanners installed at centres
Southern Railway to operate special train for staff
Southern Railway will operate a workmen special train exclusively for railway employees to and from Thanjavur and Tiruchi from May 26.The special train will ferry employees residing in and around Than
Purchase of foot-operated dispensers raises doubts
An order to purchase more than 19,000 foot-operated dispensers for hand sanitisers seems to have all the makings of a controversy. The Health Department had placed a direct order for supply of the foo
Kerala CM pitches for continuance of LDF rule on govt.’s fourth anniversary
Pinarayi Vijayan asserts that the LDF has lived up to its manifesto though unprecedented adversities had beset the State
‘Weavers need government help’
Issues to the fore at ‘Mana Palana Mee Soochana’
CEO buys struggling New Zealand media company for $1
The organization Stuff prints many of the nation’s daily newspapers and runs a popular news website of the same name. It employs about 900 staff, including 400 journalists.
Expert team to probe pedal edema deaths in Chintoor
Health Minister promises all help to tribal people
87 COVID-19 patients in Nainital came by same special train, says health department
The passengers came by the special train from Mumbai to Haridwar on May 20 and left in buses for Haldwani in Nainital district
TDP to host Mahanadu virtually on May 27-28
:The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has made arrangements to conduct its annual conclave, Mahanadu, this year on May 27 to 28. For the first time in its history, the TDP is organising the virtual Mahanadu m
Passengers left fuming as flights get cancelled at KIA
Airlines said some cancellations were owing to curbs imposed by other States on arrival of flights
LDF keeps its options open
The Left Democratic Front (LDF) is gearing up to reap optimum benefit of the smouldering differences of opinion in the Kerala Congress (M) ahead of the local body and Assembly elections.The front lead
Coronavirus | Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case
Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection, an order said.
Flight services re-start in Kalaburagi
Operations of domestic passenger flight services at Kalaburagi Airport which were suspended on March 12 to contain the spread of coronavirus resumed with the landing of a Star Air flight here on Monda
Waste segregation units crop up on banks of Vrishabhavathi again
They allegedly burn waste at night, and also dump it along the banks of the river
NCP chief Sharad Pawar meets Maharashtra Governor
Senior NCP leader Praful Patel said, “It was a routine meeting between them. It was not about any particular political issue or topic”.
Coronavirus lockdown | Wives of merchant navy sailors at sea over prospects of their return
Many a family has lost its moorings as the men are away for far too long, they say
Balan warns of community spread
‘Several persons in home quarantine have violated norms’
First flight takes off from Chennai airport as operations resume after two months
It left for Delhi at 6.35 a.m. with 116 passengers
Western Australia state hit by ‘once-in-a-decade’ storm
Jon Broomhall, acting assistant commissioner of Western Australia’s department of fire and emergency services, called the storm “a once-in-a-decade-type system.”
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas
Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards Dausa district.
COVID19: Spain set to open beaches, restaurants
On Monday, customers will be able to occupy 50 % of the space assigned for outdoor seating at restaurants and bars in the Spanish capital and Barcelona.
Safety, hygiene concerns at COVID-19 centre in Ghatkopar
Patients recovering from virus, newly infected share rooms and bathing facilities, says inmate
There is clue on techie having links with unorganised terrorist groups: Police to HC
He had put social media post asking people to sneeze openly in public place to spread COVID-19; court denies him bail
Cancellations add to flyers’ woes at Chennai airport
Chennai airport handled only 19 departures and 17 arrivals on Monday
IMAGE to manage biomedical waste at exam centres
Teachers on school exam duty asked to use surgical gloves
Excavation work begins at Adichanallur, Sivakalai sites
Originally scheduled for March 15, the work was delayed due to lockdown
CM pitches for continuity of LDF rule
On fourth anniversary of government, Pinarayi recounts how recurrent obstacles were overcome
Need to allow House panel members to join meets virtually too: Anand Sharma
He says there is still a lot of confusion about air travel and a virtual mode became essential
Three new COVID cases in Puducherry
Three more persons test positive for COVID-19 in Puducherry on Monday taking the tally to 32.While two cases were reported in Muthialpet, the third was detected in Reddiarpalayam.Health Minister Malla
Cyclone Amphan | NDRF relief disbursed to West Bengal, Odisha
National Crisis Management Committee apprised of ground situation by West Bengal Chief Secretary
Relief for fishermen as Centre lifts ban early
With 5,800 mechanised boats, State will benefit the most in south India
4-month-old boy is first COVID-19 case in Rampa agency
Baby shifted to GSL Hospital, condition is said to be stable
Lockdown casts shadow on Id
Festivities restricted to families; the spread at the dining table too was simpler
Anger over 'large, drunk' groups congregating and ignoring social distancing in Ancoats
Photos showed crowds at Cutting Room Square
Why are Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield not presenting This Morning?
ITV viewers may be wondering where the hosts are as they are replaced
Police investigation underway after cyclist seriously hurt in Stockport crash
The man was taken to hospital after colliding with a kerb
Cyclist seriously injured in 'devastating' collision on country lane
Police have launched an investigation
Where is Piers Morgan on Good Morning Britain?
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A number of high profile celebs and athletes were taking part in a charity golf match on Sunday to raise funds for coronavirus relief but all eyes were on Tom Brady. Champions for Charity featured Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning on one team facing off against Phil Mickelson and Brady at the Medalist Golf Club…
Ryan Reynolds, Meryl Streep, Cate Blanchett And More Celebs Join Taika Waititi In Reading ‘James And The Giant Peach’
Taika Waititi is bringing his celebrity friends together in support of coronavirus relief efforts. Beginning on Monday, the "JoJo Rabbit" filmmaker and the Roald Dahl Story Company will be hosting a digital star-studded reading of James and The Giant Peach, a classic Dahl children's novel. Proceeds will go towards Partners in Health COVID-19 relief efforts.…
Mum whose daughter was killed in tragic accident says new baby has given her strength
Mum-of-five Amanda Furner, from Melbourne in Australia, was heavily pregnant when her car rolled over and tragically killed three-year-old Charlotte in October last year
TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'
An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online
Mum gives birth in Lidl car park as shocked shoppers watch through window
Natasha Thomson, 33, from Horden, woke up with severe contractions five days before her child was due and immediately knew that she was going to give birth, prompting a trip to University Hospital of North Tees
Zoo could put down 300 animals as it only has enough cash to feed them for a week
Borth Wild Animal Kingdom owners Tracy and Dean Tweedy are facing the "last resort" - though council chiefs have already "lost confidence" following the deaths of numerous animals
'Disgusted' couple left in tears by poor-quality government-funded food parcels
Susan Collins and Tim Maber, from Somerset, have hit out at the government claiming that the food packages they received during the coronavirus pandemic were "terrible"
Warning 14,000 Brits fined over lockdown could fight charges after Cummings row
More than 14,000 people in England and Wales were given fixed penalty notices under the coronavirus lockdown's emergency laws, but Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings could see many challenge their fines
Gary Neville slams 'nonsense' Premier League training protocol ahead of season restart
The Premier League have notified clubs on new guidelines around contact between players during training sessions in a bid to try and safeguard against unnecessary risk of spreading coronavirus
10 Premier League players you forgot had featured during the 2019-20 season
It's been a while since the Premier League was suspended and, obviously, even longer since the campaign first began - so long in fact, that there are some players we'd forgotten had even taken part
Aya Hachem's body flown home to Lebanon as dad says they came to UK for 'safety'
Ismail Hachem moved with his family from war torn Lebanon 10 years ago to Blackburn in the UK in order to start a new, safer life after he was caught in crossfire and shot in the back
MP blasts Dominic Cummings after she couldn't see partner when he had a heart attack
Shadow international development minister and Cardiff North MP Anna McMorrin revealed she couldn't see partner and Blaenau Gwent AM Alun Davies for four days as he fought for his life
Lockdown breacher's epic rant to police as she 'didn't realise Wales wasn't in England'
A mum, believed to be from the West Midlands, called Welsh people "b*******" when she uploaded the clip of her confrontation with the authorities on Gwynedd beach on Wednesday
Parrot 'who heard victim's last words' to give evidence in rape and murder trial
Elizabeth Toledo, 46, was killed in the city of San Fernando, Argentina in December 2018. Now police believe a parrot was repeating its owner's last words as she was allegedly beaten and raped by two housemates
Loyal dog waited at hospital for three months after owner died from coronavirus
Seven-year-old 'Xiao Bao' waited in the lobby at Taikang Hospital in Wuhan, after his elderly owner was admitted at the height of the coronavirus pandemic in February
Bored crane operator laughs as he kills time by trolling man on ground below
A crane operator who was determined to play a prank on a man sunbathing below has seen the clip watched more than 3.4 million times on social media, where it's divided opinion among viewers
Dominic Cummings admits driving 30 miles after suspected coronavirus - to 'check his eyesight'
The unprecedented statement in Downing Street's Rose Garden came as the top aide offered no apology for his 260-mile drive to Durham - and revealed he went back into No10 hours after contact with his sick wife
Woman who shared video dancing as 'naughty nun' scared to go out amid backlash
Russian influencer Yara said that she received a number of threats in direct messages after she posted a video of herself dancing as a nun onto her Instagram account
Mum's warning as son, 11, suffers massive stroke after playing with friends
Marli Brown, from the East Midlands, complained he had a headache and was feeling sick before he was rushed to Birmingham Children's Hospital with signs of stroke
Borussia Dortmund issued Bundesliga title warning ahead of Bayern Munich grudge match
Borussia Dortmund hero Paul Lambert insists Der Klassiker clash between his former club and Bayern Munich rivals the Old Firm clash for intensity
Dominic Cummings says 'I do not regret what I did' and refuses to apologise
The Prime Minister's key aide has said he believes he acted "reasonably" by making a 260-mile trip to Durham during the coronavirus lockdown - and said he has not considered resigning
Sir Tom Moore’s NHS millions spent on staff 'wobble rooms' and patients' tablets
Sir Tom Moore raised almost £33 million for the NHS by walking 100 laps of his garden in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire, to mark his 100th birthday at the height of the UK's coronavirus outbreak
Man Utd stars arrive for training as Premier League prepare vote on new proposals
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his United stars continue to arrive at Carrington where strict rules are in place, but new proposals could see changes made later this week
Gary Neville recalls secret to Ryan Giggs maintaining Man Utd form for so long
The United pair were key parts of the club's successful era under Sir Alex Ferguson, with Giggs picking up a remarkable 13 Premier League titles under the Scot
Racist who wanted refund on free meal said he had virus then coughed in policeman's face
David Mitchell, 40, became verbally abusive at a Newcastle takeaway and made a racist comment before declaring he had Covid-19 symptoms and coughing in an officer's face
Premier League's Project Restart should ditch big grounds for EFL venues like QPR and Rotherham
Without supporters filling them, Germany’s cavernous arenas are sucking the life out of the acoustics and atmosphere created by the players and management staff
Violent fight filmed breaking out on plane after ‘one passenger touches another’
The scrap broke out on the Ural Airlines Airbus A320 which had social distancing in place after the plane had flown from the Black Sea resort Sochi to Russian capital Moscow
Fans 'facing ballots' to watch their teams as clubs prepare for vastly-reduced crowds
Supporters of Premier League clubs could have to enter ballots for the chance to watch their teams in action next season due to vastly-reduced crowds
Teen who boasted after killing angler on fishing trip found dead in jail cell
Lenny Crawt was just 16 when angler Scott Wilkinson, 49, was punched, kicked and stabbed before his head was smashed in with a piece of wood on Donkey Island in the Thames in Surrey
Dad spends a month isolating in hospital room as sick son undergoes chemotherapy
James Stephenson, 32, has not left Leeds General Infirmary since April 27 while four-year-old Oliver undergoes lifesaving treatment for his neuroblastoma during the coronavirus lockdown
Record 10,000 women waiting to buy 'Holy Grail' of anti-wrinkle cream online
Scientists claim a new product marketed by Boots hits the “sweet spot” to reduce lines and give older skin “bounce” - sparking a huge interest among customers
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta disagrees with mentor Pep Guardiola over Philippe Coutinho
Mikel Arteta worked under Pep Guardiola for two years at Manchester City before he was hired to manage his former club Arsenal following the sacking of Unai Emery
Grieving man who couldn't hold dying wife's hand calls on Boris Johnson to resign
EXCLUSIVE: John Wilson, 70, was forced to stay at home while Pauline, his wife of 48 years, died in hospital after contracting Covid-19. He says the Prime Minister must now quit
Gary Neville sums up Dominic Cummings press conference performance in perfect comparison
The former Manchester United defender was quick to compare the Downing Street adviser's performance in front of the camera to his own managerial career
'Dominic Cummings should be ashamed - I missed my brother's funeral in lockdown'
Diane Nowell, who couldn't visit or comfort her heartbroken parents due to the Government's rules, says the "Dominic Cummingses" of the world "can flout the rules because they make the rules"
BREAKING Clacton stabbing: Man knifed in stomach yards from packed Bank Holiday beach
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
Angry farmer covers Mercedes with slurry after owner parked on land 'to go to beach'
A video shows the farm owner approaching the black Mercedes in his tractor, before he covered it with slurry after it was parked on his land on a weekend many headed to beaches
Government advisor warns 'people will die' after PM 'trashes' lockdown to save Cummings
Professor Stephen Reicher, a member of the SAGE group SPI-B, told the Mirror mixed messaging will mean fewer follow the rules adding: "If adherence falls, the infection will rise and people will die"
BREAKING UK coronavirus death toll hits 29,812 as 77 more die in hospitals
The number of people who have lost their lives from Covid-19 while in clinical settings in the UK continues to grow, while the daily death rate from the disease is falling over time
Who is Dominic Cummings? Profile of PM's aide as he makes coronavirus statement
From Education to the Vote Leave campaign to 10 Downing Street, Dominic Cummings has spent more than a decade leaving a trail of controversy where he goes
Bishops slam Boris Johnson for treating public 'as mugs' over Dominic Cummings
A number of senior Church of England members have spoken out against Boris Johnson, who defended his senior aide Dominic Cummings this evening after it was revealed he broke lockdown rules
Bacary Sagna says Arsenal feared Chelsea much more than the other way round
Bacary Sagna believes his former Arsenal team-mates lacked self-confidence and "under-evaluated" themselves, which resulted in them struggling against top teams
Timo Werner backed to flourish under Jurgen Klopp if he makes Liverpool transfer
Werner, 24, has a £52m buyout clause in his contract but Liverpool face potential competition for his signature from Chelsea, Manchester United and Inter Milan
Gary Lineker hits out at "excruciating" Dominic Cummings after Downing Street press conference
The Prime Minister's senior adviser made a statement and took questions on Monday afternoon following allegations he had broken lockdown regulations
UK coronavirus death toll increases by 121 to 36,793 as downward trend continues
The Department of Health confirmed that the UK's death toll has risen to 36,914 after a further 121 fatalities were confirmed in 24 hours
Gary Neville fears "looming nightmare" for EFL clubs in wake of coronavirus
Salford City co-owner Neville believes that there is a looming economic "nightmare" for a number of EFL clubs, many of whom will be forced into administration
Angry farmer covers Mercedes with slurry after owner parked on land 'to go to beach'
A video shows the farm owner approaching the black Mercedes in his tractor, before he covered it with slurry after it was parked on his land on a weekend many headed to beaches
EFL warned 60 of its clubs could go bust if fans are not allowed in grounds next season
The English Football League has been warned that as many as 60 of its clubs could go to the wall if supporters are banned from stadiums next term
BREAKING Boy, 9, suffers life changing injuries after shirtless biker hits him and flees
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
Diabetics may need to shield at home against coronavirus even after lockdown ends
Almost one in three people who died from Covid-19 in hospital had diabetes and sufferers are now considered one of the groups most vulnerable to the disease
13 eyebrow-raising moments from Dominic Cummings' coronavirus press conference
In an hour-long press conference, the PM's top aide offered no apology, no regrets and no resignation for making a 500-mile round trip in lockdown. Here are the 13 most surprising ways he tried to justify his actions
Premier League's three key Project Restart steps in bid to resume season on June 19
Players, managers and the clubs will all be consulted in a crunch week but the general feeling is positive that English football’s top flight will soon be on the road to recovery
Premier League clubs to resume contact training as government release new guidelines
Clubs have already reopened their training ground and were carrying out small group sessions, but the permission to engage in contact activities should now accelerate the proposed restart
TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'
An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online
Borussia Dortmund handed warning ahead of Der Klassiker as Jadon Sancho admission made
Borussia Dortmund sit second in the Bundesliga, four points behind league leaders Bayern Munich, as the pair face off in Der Klassiker on Tuesday, while whether Jadon Sancho starts remains in question
Four key battles to look out for in Der Klassiker between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund
Lewandowski v Hummels, Kimmich v Brandt and other areas that will define the potential Bundesliga title decider on Tuesday night between the two German giants
Burglar in hazmat suit with drill caught trying to steal hospital's £5m Banksy artwork
The 'Game Changer' piece was donated to Southampton General Hospital by mysterious artist Banksy earlier this month so it could be auctioned to raise money for the NHS - with the burglar allegedly striking two days later
Premier League's Project Restart boost as stars ready to give green light to season return
Bosses believe they have provided enough scientific evidence and research to reassure clubs like Watford, Brighton and West Ham who have expressed doubts because of the health risk
Mum whose son died in lockdown blasts PM's defence of Cummings as 'offensive'
Louise Bennett, whose son Fred, 14, caught coronavirus during treatment for leukaemia, says Dominic Cummings' reasons for travelling from London to Durham "were not extraordinary circumstances" and his excuse "does not cut it"
Super-rare galaxy dubbed 'cosmic ring of fire' captured in incredible snap
Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have spotted a galaxy that is 11 billion light-years from the Solar System and makes stars 50 times the rate of the Milky Way.
Sentenced to death via Zoom - horrifying new justice system for executions
Two men have been sentenced to death - one for murder the other for a drug offence - via Zoom, which human rights groups have described as "abhorrent"
Man Utd waive loan fees for young stars to help clubs through coronavirus crisis
Gary Neville has warned that clubs lower down the pyramid could face economic "carnage" in the coming months, with Man Utd now doing their bit to alleviate some financial strain
Kevin Maguire: Liar Johnson is shameless over Cummings but public mood has changed
The Tory elite's grotesque Them versus US mentality comes from a leader whose jaundiced judgement is warping politics. But jolly Johnson cannot shamelessly twist his way out of this one
Man who couldn't hold wife's hand when she died of coronavirus shares Cummings 'rage'
John Wilson, from Whitchurch, Buckinghamshire, says the UK's coronavirus lockdown prevented him from seeing his wife Pauline in hospital for two weeks before she died
Man Utd urged to rival Liverpool in transfer pursuit of 'perfect' Timo Werner
Timo Werner has been linked with a Premier League transfer with Liverpool heading the queue but Man Utd have been told to consider a move
Jacinda Ardern keeps her cool as earthquake hits New Zealand during live interview
The 5.8 magnitude quake hit Wellington as New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was in the middle of a live broadcast. She calmly continued with the interview as the camera and other things shook around her.
Pharmacies and chemists issue coronavirus cash crisis warning to Boris Johnson
EXCLUSIVE: Neighbourhood outlets face a looming £300million problem after they were advanced cash to deal with Covid-19
Woman in coma after being raped and left for dead in pool of blood yards from home
Frankie Harris, 38, of Bushwick, has been charged with attempted murder, rape and sexual abuse in connection to an assault that left a woman needing to be put into a medical coma
Hundreds of people queue for hours to buy Tango Ice Blast drinks during lockdown
Witnesses said people were waiting for two hours and cars queued around Cibyn Industrial Estate in Caernarfon , North Wales, as they waited to buy a drink from the Tango Ice Blast van
Liverpool icon Ian Callaghan on why 1977 European Cup win was turning point in club's history
EXCLUSIVE: On May 5 1977, on a balmy evening in Italy, Liverpool beat Borussia Monchengladbach 3-1 in Rome’s Olympic Stadium to win the European Cup
Brit who arranges safaris to slaughter young lions poses in sickening photo
EXCLUSIVE: According to experts, David Watt, 72, hunts animals who are no older than four years old in South Africa. He is one of seven Brits featured in a new book exposing trophy hunters
Serial rapist Beast of Kavos breaks back plunging 100ft into Corfu ravine
Dimitris Aspiotis, 47, a serial predator who raped seven British woman in the Greek holiday isle of Kavos has been arrested after he plummeted into a deep ravine
Tortoise falls from high-rise balcony and injures seven-year-old girl
The seven-year-old's mum says she is lucky to be alive after the tortoise, weighing around a kilogram, plummeted from a high-rise block of flats as she played in the street in southern China
Boris Johnson goes for run with dog as backlash over Dominic Cummings row deepens
The Prime Minister has been spotted out jogging with his pet, Dilyn, around Lambeth Palace, London, after being criticised for backing his lockdown-breaching top aide
Bundesliga stat which suggests home advantage has disappeared
Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and Hertha Berlin are the only three Bundesliga teams to record a home win since football returned
Brian Reade: Cummings' gag about testing his eyes was a true Bank Holiday comedy
Thanks to Downing Street for putting on Carry On Bullsh*tting featuring Dominic Cummings, reminding me of the comedy films I used to watch on Bank Holidays when I was growing up
Dominic Cummings admits he went back into No10 hours after seeing his sick wife
The Prime Minister's top advisor went back into the heart of government, in person - despite advice for households of suspected patients to isolate for 14 days. The next morning, he fell ill with suspected coronavirus himself
Hospital forced to close A&E 'due to high number of patients with coronavirus'
The temporary stop at the A&E unit at Weston General Hospital in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, is being done as 'a precautionary measure' to 'maintain the safety of staff and patients'
Nine killer questions Dominic Cummings still has to answer after press conference
In a rare press conference from Downing Street, Dominic Cummings explained why he travelled 260 miles to his family home in Durham during the lockdown, but it raised yet more questions
Dogs separated as puppies bump into each other on walk and share adorable hug
Two dogs from the same litter were separated as puppies but were randomly reunited recently and their reactions were just the sweetest
Meghan Markle was 'convinced there was conspiracy against her' and 'wanted out'
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry moved to Windsor after their royal wedding, but a friend has claimed the Duchess felt like an "outside" and struggled being so far away from her friends
Prince Andrew flew Paul Daniels in Queen's helicopter to stop magician being late
Paul's widow Debbie McGee says Princess Anne ordered Andrew and Edward to ensure the magician was on time for a show at the Savoy Hotel in London
Boy slashed to neck and face and stabbed in leg in horror park gang attack
The teenager's mum said she "could have lost him" following the brutal attack, which happened in Liverpool on Friday and saw the victim held down by a group of around eight thugs
'Bat Woman' scientist warns about fresh pandemic caused by viruses evolving
China-based Shi Zhengli said a study found that coronaviruses and bats may have co-evolved over time and experience selection pressure from each other resulting in a new threat
Durham Police now say Dominic Cummings' family given 'no specific advice' about lockdown
The force has issued a fresh statement as calls for the Downing Street aide to be sacked mount following Boris Johnson's defence of Cummings yesterday
Bizarre moment man uses cabbage leaf as facemask during interview about murdered girl
The man in Peniche, Portugal wore a makeshift face mask to 'protect' against coronavirus as he was interviewed about his neighbours' arrest after Valentina Fonseca was found dead
Primary school teacher runs 18 miles to see students because she 'misses them'
Sarah Wilson, 43, self-distanced as she chatted with more than 60 of her students from Fishergate Primary School in York one at a time - and managed to raise £1,000 for charity in the process
UK weather forecast: Britain to scorch in 26C highs for days before 'dramatic dip'
Forecasters are in agreement May will end with a flurry of high temperatures and largely fine weather after parts of the UK saw well over a month's worth of rain over the weekend
Robert Lewandowski in the form of his life as he returns to Borussia Dortmund once more
Robert Lewandowski heads back to his old stomping ground for Der Klassiker on Tuesday night, with 41 goals to his name already this season, and in better form than he has ever been
Coronavirus: Families of disabled people are still being asked to sign unlawful DNR orders
EXCLUSIVE Labour urged the government to "provide clarity" to healthcare workers to prevent the families of vulnerable people feeling pressure to wrongly sign the orders
Man Utd could lose Odion Ighalo next week as Shanghai Shenhua want him back
The Chinese Super League season is due to start next month and talks over extending Ighalo's loan contract have reached a standstill between United and Shenhua
Neutral venues 'back on the table' as Premier League ramps up Project Restart
Clubs are set to discuss the Premier League's latest proposals for Project Restart on Thursday and will be offered a compromise around plans to involve neutral stadiums
Boris Johnson says bad eyesight may be coronavirus symptom in bid to defend Cummings
The Prime Minister spontaneously declared a new symptom at the Downing Street press conference, in order to support his top aide's decision to go for a 30-mile drive to a beauty spot to test his eyesight
Carer in floods of tears as B&M shopper berates her for 'spreading germs'
Kimberley Simpson took to Facebook after a B&M shopper berated her for 'spreading germs' because she was wearing her uniform, which left the key worker in tears
Philippe Coutinho's agent on Arsenal transfer rumours as Gunners 'open talks'
Philippe Coutinho's agent Kia Joorabchian is an Arsenal fan, and is reportedly in contact with Gunners boss Mikel Arteta as he looks to find a new club for his client
Where all 20 Premier League clubs stand on season tickets and fan refunds
The Premier League season won't see fans pack stadiums when it eventually returns after its coronavirus enforced suspension - but how many clubs have offered clarity over refunds for fans?
Mum's fury at Dominic Cummings after daughter had to give cancer news on FaceTime
Christina, from Pontefract, West Yorkshire, says her daughter chose not to deliver the devastating cancer diagnosis in person due to the Government's coronavirus plea for Britons to avoid contact with others
BREAKING Dominic Cummings to make public statement today over coronavirus lockdown trip
The top aide is set to give an unprecedented statement this afternoon and could take questions from the press after he was personally defended by PM Boris Johnson
Jamie Carragher relives Liverpool's Istanbul Champions League triumph 15 years on
Fifteen years on from Liverpool's stunning Champions League triumph over AC Milan, Jamie Carragher has reflected on the memorable night in Istanbul
Dominic Cummings sparks fury as viewers say they'll 'save a fortune' on new eye test
Dominic Cummings said he took a 30 minute drive to the beauty spot of Barnard Castle to 'test his eyesight' over concerns it had been affected by a suspected case of coronavirus
Man Utd legend Ryan Giggs names toughest player he ever faced during career
Giggs played against the best full-backs in Europe during his 24 years with Man Utd, but recalls one particular meeting with an opponent where came off a little worse for wear
Boris Johnson 'regrets confusion' about Dominic Cummings' trip but says 'I had a lot on'
The under-fire Prime Minister told today's Downing Street briefing when asked about the Dominic Cummings controversy: "Yes, of course I do regret the confusion and the anger and the pain that people feel"
Odion Ighalo to make last-ditch Shanghai Shenhua plea in bid to remain at Man Utd
The Nigerian striker is set to return to China next week but is desperate to carry on with the Red Devils with the Premier League due to resume in June
BREAKING Durham Police formally asked to investigate whether Dominic Cummings broke the law
Officers have been asked by the region's Police Commissioner to look into new allegations about the PM's top aide - including a sighting of him at Barnard Castle, 30 miles from where he was staying
Britain's last video rental shop sees lockdown boom as demand for VHS tapes surges
EXCLUSIVE Andy Johnson owns more than 10,000 VHS tapes, and his shop has seen a surge in demand during the lockdown, with Brits desperate to re-watch classic films on video
Sam Quek, John Barnes among star-studded line-up on Celebrity Masterchef
Sam Quek and John Barnes are among the stars taking part in the upcoming series of Celebrity MasterChef
Voice of the Mirror: Sorry hardest word for Cummings whose self-pity will con nobody
Dominic Cummings' pathetic, self-pitying display today is a prime example of a Tory elite acting as if the rules do not apply to them, and no-one will buy it
UK accused of 'threatening' EU with Royal Navy over Brexit fishing rights row
EXCLUSIVE: Defence Minister James Heappey said three offshore patrol vessels and other "high readiness forces" could be deployed
Bruno Fernandes provides insight on how he stunned Man Utd with test results
Man United midfielder Bruno Fernandes returned to the club's Carrington training ground last week, where it was found he had quickened his pace while in lockdown
Brit teacher in Cambodia told by docs to cough up £20k or lose his infected lung
Anthony Igoe, 31, from Clydebank, Scotland, has picked up two bacterial infections while on holiday with partner Alana Fonseca, who claims insurance firm Cigna is refusing to pay
Women's Super League and Women's Championship seasons ended with immediate effect
The seasons have been ended at both the top and second tiers following "overwhelming feedback from the clubs" at a meeting of both boards on Monday
Timo Werner told he would not displace Roberto Firmino at Liverpool
Speculation continues to link Werner with a move to Liverpool, but the Red Bull Leipzig star has previously expressed concerns over playing time if he were to complete a switch to Anfield
New Man Utd away kit for 2020/21 season leaked ahead of proposed launch date
United will be sporting a new second strip again next season and partners Adidas have come up with the latest colour and design, which is described as 'legacy green'
Boris Johnson confirms reopening of shops from June 1 as coronavirus lockdown eased
The Prime Minister has said outdoor markets and car showrooms can reopen next week - with other shops to follow two weeks later as lockdown restrictions are eased
Has Dominic Cummings' car been 'egged'? Yellow stain seen on vehicle in Downing Street
Boris Johnson's top aide has been heckled by neighbours in the street as outrage builds over Dominic Cummings' lockdown breaches
Rafa Benitez's half-time message that sparked Liverpool's epic Istanbul comeback
Liverpool were trailing AC Milan by three goals to nil at the half-time break of the 2005 Champions League final before mounting a comeback and winning on penalties
Bacary Sagna reveals the Arsenal dressing room issues that led to their big-game defeats
The Gunners have struggled to rise for the big occasions in recent years
West Ham could step up training later this week after Premier League vote
The Hammers are currently in Phase One of their return but could move to Phase Two if it is voted through on Wednesday
Dominic Cummings to make rare public statement on lockdown row
Dominic Cummings, the prime minister’s chief advisor, is to make a rare public statement later today as pressure mounts on him to quit over breaking lockdown rules.
Apprentices needed to work at Sizewell A nuclear reactor site
Four apprentices are being sought to work on one of the country’s oldest nuclear reactors currently being decomissioned on the Suffolk coast.
National Trust ‘deeply concerned’ as Sizewell C plans about to be submitted
National Trust bosses are “deeply concerned” about the impact a new nuclear power station could have on an “irreplaceable stretch” of the Suffolk coast and say they are still waiting for vital information about the project.
Bank holiday sunshine - and it’s set to continue, with forecasts of a warm, dry June
After today’s sunny bank holiday, a long warm, dry spell looks set to continue - with little rainfall expected for East Anglia during June.
Parliament committee wants TTCL audited over unclear debts
The Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has called for a thorough management audit of the Tanzania Telecommunications Company Limited (TTCL) to establish areas of reform that would improve
African court suspends cases until August
The African Court on Human and Peo-ple’s Rights (AfCHPR) has suspended hearing of some cases until August due to the impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic.
Nigeria fines UK airline for violating Covid-19 travel ban
Nigeria has fined a UK airline $3,300 for illegally running a passenger service into the country during the Covid-19 travel ban.
South Africa to ease lockdown despite surge in Covid-19 cases
Cape Town. South Africa will ease the Covid-19 lockdown from level four to level three beginning from June 1, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Sunday amid a surge in confirmed cases.
Apology: 'Former envoy to Kenya Pindi Chana tour of duty ended December 2019'
The ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation has said former Tanzania High Commissioner to Kenya Dr Pindi Chana was replaced last week after ending her tour of duty.
Safaricom retains top position as East Africa's most valuable firm
Kenya’s listed telco Safaricom topped the region as the largest company by market capitalisation and net earnings yet again this year, even as the Covid-19 pandemic hit listed firms, wiping out
Tanzania finally allows export of mineral concentrates
The government has issued an export permit for all the 277 containers full of gold and copper concentrates which had been held in Dar es Salaam since 2017.
Covid-19: Kenya's cases soars further with 72 more cases
Seventy-two more patients have tested positive for Covid-19 in Kenya, raising the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 1,286.
Court throws out case challenging 1995 polls results
After the October 29, 1995 Gen-eral Election was held, the High Court, on November 2, heard a petition filed by 10 opposition parties. Judge Luhekelo Kyando, who heard the petition, told the court
'What planet are they on?' - UK newspaper reaction to Johnson backing Cummings
British newspapers were united in their condemnation of Boris Johnson's decision to back Dominic Cummings after calls for his top aide to be sacked over
Dominic Cummings admits 'mistake' but says he has 'no regrets' over lockdown trip
Dominic Cummings has confirmed he did not tell the UK prime minister Boris Johnson about his drive to Durham and admitted he made "a mistake".
WHO suspends trial of drug Donald Trump had been taking over safety fears
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced it is suspending a trial of hydroxychloroquine in coronavirus patients over safety concerns.
Video of Leo Varadkar enjoying sun in Phoenix Park sparks Twitter debate
A video of Taoiseach Leo Varadkar enjoying the sun in the Phoenix Park has sparked quite a debate...
Fire at Bombardier Aerospace plant in Belfast being treated as accidental
A fire that broke out on Sunday, May 24, at the Bombardier Aerospace plant in Belfast, is reportedly being treated as an accident.
Virgin Media Ireland announce €1 Million fund to help businesses nationwide
Virgin Media has today launched a €1 Million support fund as part of its #BackingBusiness initiative to boost Irish businesses nationwide.
Furloughed Eurostar workers are helping language students amid school closures
A number of French-speaking Eurostar employees are reportedly helping language students while they are furloughed due to the travel restrictions in place...
Attenborough: COVID-19 swept the problem of climate change from front page news
Sir David Attenborough has said that as the coronavirus pandemic continues to blaze one, climate change has been swept off the front pages of newspapers...
Japan is set to end their current state of emergency in Tokyo
Reports have been circulating that Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is set to remove the current state of emergency in Tokyo and 4 other prefectures...
Leaving Cert students can register for calculated grades system from tomorrow
The Department of Education is urging encouraging Leaving Cert students to register for the Calcu...
New Zealand Prime Minister continues interview during 5.8 magnitude earthquake
An earthquake that hit New Zealand on Monday physically shook Prime Minister Jacinda Adern during a live television interview.
Irish Hairdressers Federation draw up plans to bid for earlier opening
The Irish Hairdressers Federation (IHF) has drawn up plans to present new recommendations to the Government in an attempt to open hair salons next...
On Day 1 of Last Week of Lockdown 4.0, India Reopens Skies; Sees Worst Single-Day Spike of 6,977 | 10 Points
With nearly 7,000 new cases in last 24 hours, India now has a COVID-19 count of more than 1.4 lakh, the tenth-highest in the world, overtaking Iran.
Uttar Pradesh News: State Govt Releases 2257 Convicts on Parole For 8 Weeks to Decongest jails
The development comes after the Supreme Court in March directed decongesting of prisons in a bid to maintain social distancing amid Coronavirus lockdown.
Pakistani Man Arrested For Attacking Sikh Shrine in England
As per the statement of the gurdwara, at around 6 AM, an individual entered the gurdwara premises causing thousands of pounds of damage.
Himachal Pradesh Extends Lockdown Till June 30 as COVID-19 Cases Cross 214-mark With 5 Deaths in The State
Authorities in the state extended the lockdown till June 30 in Solan and Hamirpur districts as these two places are the new epicentres of coronavirus in the state.
Virtual Rallies, Conferences: This is How BJP Plans to Celebrate First Anniversary of Modi Govt 2.0
Describing PM Modi as the world's most popular leader, the party said his government in the first year has fulfilled people's decade-long aspirations and dreams.
Shocking! Mentally Disabled Minor Gangraped, Strangulated to Death by Brother, 3 Friends
The incident took place in Manoharpur district on the outskirts of Jaipur, Rajasthan. According to reports, the brother considered her a liability due to her difficulties.
Eid Mubarak: Greetings Pour in From Political Circle as President Kovind, PM Modi Extend Wishes
"Eid Mubarak! Greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr. May this special occasion further the spirit of compassion, brotherhood and harmony. May everyone be healthy and prosperous," wrote PM Modi on Twitter.
COVID-19 pandemic: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Lifts State of Emergency
Shinzo Abe said the country had managed to control the spread of COVID-19 since issuing the order in some areas on April 7, then later extending it nationwide.
As Coronavirus Cases Cross 1.40 Lakh-mark, India Now Among 10 Worst-hit Countries, Surpasses Iran
The JHU data further stated that India is the tenth most-affected nation by the pandemic after US, Russia, UK, Spain, Italy, Brazil, Germany, Turkey and France.
Air India Cancels This Flight Without Any Prior Notice, Passengers Stranded at Airport
Notably, states (except Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal) across the country resumed domestic flight services from today, nearly two months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced nationwide lockdown to combat the spread of COVID-19 pandemic.
Singapore Reports 344 COVID-19 Cases in 24 Hours, Nationwide Tally at 31,960
Singapore is gearing up for the end of its "circuit breaker" period next week, Channel News Asia reported on Monday.
On CM Yogi's Remark on Labourers Returning to UP, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's Sharp Retort
Notably, the Chief Minister was quoted as saying that people returning to Uttar Pradesh from other states were raising the number of coronavirus cases in the state.
Delhi Airport Gears up as Domestic Flights Resume Today; No Quarantine For Asymptomatic Passengers
Long queues of masked people were seen at the airport as they waited to be screened for COVID-19 symptoms. The first arrival at the airport will be from Ahmedabad, Gujarat at 7:45 AM.
Lockdown 4.0: Undertaking Domestic Travel to/From Delhi? Follow These SOPs
Lockdown 4.0: The guidelines are for all kinds of travel-air, trains or inter-state buses.
Delhi's First Departure is to Pune, Mumbai's to Patna as Domestic Flight Ops Resume After 2 Months
Both the flights were operated by IndiGo. While the Delhi-Pune flight departed at 4.45 AM, the Mumbai-Patna flight took off at 6.45 AM today.
Lockdown 4.0: After Fresh Spike in Cases, Ghaziabad to Seal Border With Delhi Once Again
In a statement today, the district administration said that those providing essential services won't need passes and their IDs will be sufficient.
Police Flips Senior Crime Boss, Exposes Drugs, Weapons Smuggling Network, 60 Arrested
"Israel Police works on behalf of the Arab public as they do for every citizen in the land."
6-Year-Old Boy Discovers 3,500-Year-Old Tablet
The tablet depicts the scene of a man leading a captive. This is an important person, wearing a skirt, holding a captive man whose hands are tied behind his back.
Multiple Israeli Coronavirus Research Centers Struck in Major Cyber Attack
The attacks involved no attempt to extract information but rather simply an attempt to sabotage the research. They failed.
Coronavirus Hits 2 More Schools; Netanyahu Warns of Potential Second Wave
“We must prepare for a second wave of the coronavirus, which is expected to be much more lethal."
Special Prayer Held in Israel for Wellbeing of World Jewry
People from around the world were invited to send their names for prayers.
PA Arabs Riot, Burn Tires, Throw Rocks Over PA Eid al-Fitr Mosque Closures
Clashes erupt in the Palestinian Authority as residents take to the streets to protest against virus lockdowns imposed for the holiday.
CEO of Conference of Presidents Says Coronavirus Gave New Life to Old Anti-Semitism
OMG, the next line there should have been: "If we weren't optimists, we never would have picked up our suitcases and made Aliyah…"
PA Reports IDF Arrested Arab Suspects Despite Breakdown in Cooperation
The lull in arrests is likely to harm the PA before it harms Israel, seeing as so many of the arrested terror suspects belong to Hamas and are the enemies of the PLO.
Irish receiving Trump’s $1,200 checks in error could be banned from USA
Hundreds of Irish J-1 visa holders no longer living in the United States have accidentally received economic impact payments during the COVID-19 pandemic, and cashing the checks could affect any future attempts to enter the US. The $1,200 payment was sent to a significant number of former J-1 students in April...
Charles dedicates radio show to performers after ‘heartbreaking’ cancellations
The Prince of Wales said his heart goes out to musicians, singers and dancers ‘in these anxious times’.
PM and top aide say coronavirus affected their eyesight
The Police Federation of England and Wales took to social media to warn people not to get behind the wheel if their eyesight is impaired.
Cake maker's sweet treats helping boost local spirits
A cake maker has been working to lift community spirits by selling sweat treats each week.
Seniors fitness trainer moves online as face-to-face demand disappears
An online keep-fit class aims to put fitness and friendship first for seniors across the region.
Council bosses still deciding fate of bonfire displays in Black Country
Council bosses are still deciding over whether bonfires will go ahead in the Black Country.
How HomeServe has had to adapt to ensure it is there for customers
The boss of home repairs firm HomeServe today paid tribute to the efforts of his staff to ensure essential emergency work is carried out in people’s homes.
Poundland to open 26 more stores this week
The discount retailer said that while it had kept most of its stores open for essential shopping, around 100 were temporarily shut in March.
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
Gavin Williamson backs Dominic Cummings as Black Country Tory MPs keep quiet
Gavin Williamson has defended Dominic Cummings over allegations that he breached Government lockdown rules, insisting that "at no stage" did he break the law.
Trust to take over special school
An academy trust hopes to turn a special school around after it was rated inadequate by Ofsted and ordered to become an academy.
Huge increase in demand for Walsall befriending service
A community befriending service says it has seen a huge increase in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic.
What the papers say – May 26
There is a mixed response from the nation’s papers to Dominic Cummings’s Monday press conference.
Cummings should apologise, says Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon has said Dominic Cummings should apologise and correct the impression other parents should have travelled while infected.
Timeline: How the Dominic Cummings controversy unfolded
Boris Johnson backed his top aide but there has been criticism from Tory MPs, opposition parties, scientists and even bishops.
Sporting Khalsa have backing for £1m ground improvements
A football club looks to have staved off the threat of having to tear down £1 million worth of improvements to its ground.
Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement
Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.
Andy Richardson: Now even cats like Felix can catch Covid-19
Animals are starting to retreat as humans emerge from lockdown. Some, however, are feeling the strain.
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid calls to face sack
The aide travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family.
Three women a week killed by domestic violence during lockdown
The number of women killed by domestic violence has risen to three a week during lockdown, it has been revealed.
Family seeks answers to Len's war
Len Hitchens, like so many others who fought in the war, did not speak about his experiences.
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.
Covid-19 tests and PPE to be delivered to island via drone
The deliveries, which usually involve a 45-minute ferry crossing, will be cut to around 15 minutes.
Alpaca-rearing business granted green light for permanent workers’ house
A mobile home in the Green Belt can now be replaced by a permanent house so that a rural worker can stay on site to supervise an alpaca herd.
Survey launched over lifestyle changes amid lockdown
A survey has been launched over how people's lifestyles in the Black Country have changed over the past three months.
Police must establish whether Cummings potentially broke law, commissioner says
The acting Durham police, crime and victims commissioner said there was a ‘plethora’ of additional information which deserved examination.
Memorial Day like no other for Americans under coronavirus restrictions
People have been urged to follow social distancing guidelines to avoid a resurgence of the disease.
First Drive: Volkswagen’s T-Roc R takes performance crossovers to a new level
The T-Roc R is a new performance crossover, but is it a niche too far? Jack Evans finds out
Two rescued as 60 people gather at disused 'blue lagoon' quarry pool
Two people had to be rescued by firefighters during a bank holiday gathering at a disused quarry pool.
Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
Train drivers are among the staff who are hosting online sessions to help pupils maintain their skills while studying at home.
Dominic Cummings seeks to defend decision to visit Durham despite lockdown
Mr Cummings denied further reports which suggested he took a second trip to the North East on April 14.
Could the Black Country become a cycling Yamsterdam?
As cycling becomes more popular amid the pandemic, could the Black Country become a Yamsterdam?
Boris Johnson faces sustained pressure to sack Dominic Cummings
It comes amid warnings that the Prime Minister’s chief adviser’s actions have ‘undermined’ efforts to fight coronavirus.
Fire safety concerns over restaurant’s licence bid at meeting this week
Licensing bosses are set to review an application for a restaurant and bar in a city centre, after postponing the matter earlier this month.
Plans for retirement village on former landfill site rejected
Plans to build dozens of retirement homes on a former landfill site have been unanimously thrown out by councillors.
Dominic Cummings has made ‘mockery’ of public health advice, say experts
The senior Government adviser has sought to defend his decision to travel to County Durham.
Plans to reopen Staffordshire schools spark concerns
Plans to reopen schools to some pupils next week have sparked concerns from parents about children’s health – and a community leader has said that the move is not suitable for all.
Black Country bishops condemn Government 'betrayal' of public
The Bishop of Wolverhampton has described Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings as a "betrayal" of those who have obeyed the strict lockdown laws during the coronavirus pandemic.
Man stabbed then arrested as police find Black Country cannabis farm
A cannabis factory was discovered in the Black Country after a suspected drugs farmer was stabbed.
Dominic Cummings still under fire over lockdown breach allegations
Opposition leaders will hold talks on Tuesday morning to discuss public health messaging amid the row.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
What the papers say – May 25
The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.
Calls to reopen Wolverhampton playing fields for public use
A campaign to bring football fields back into community use has been backed by a Black Country MP.
‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings
Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.
Black Country and Staffordshire schools prepare for socially distanced reopening
Children returning to school next month will have no problem maintaining social distancing rules, an MP has said.
Common sense urged after sunseekers flock to beaches and parks
People made the most of the bank holiday weather following the relaxation of lockdown restrictions in England.
Express & Star comment: Uncertain future for universities
Britain's universities face an uncertain future due to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus.
‘Genuine danger’ Covid-19 could spread again as lockdown lifted – Sturgeon
The First Minister was joined at the daily briefing by Health Secretary Jeane Freeman and interim chief medical officer Dr Gregor Smith.
Buying an electric car: what you need to know
Electrification is a hot topic at the moment, but how do you go about buying one and what do you need to know?
Birmingham City Council owes other councils more than £200m
A council owed other local authorities more than £200 million last year, the seventh highest total of any council in the UK, an investigation shows.
Work to repair a huge sinkhole could take six weeks
Work to repair a huge sinkhole on a Black Country road could take up to six weeks.
LPG filling station approved
Councillors approved a planning application to convert a vacant car sales yard into a liquid petroleum gas filling station.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan has so far avoided the large outbreaks experienced in the US and Europe despite softer restrictions.
Durham Police examine more Dominic Cummings complaints
The force said they received further information from the public on Monday.
Peter Rhodes on a Black Country legend, the EasyJet hack and the return of parliamentary debate.
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No vaccine before end of year, claims Birmingham health chief
People should not expect a coronavirus vaccine to be found until the end of the calendar year "at the absolute earliest", Birmingham's director of public health has said.
Shops across England can open next month if guidelines met, PM announces
Non-essential retailers will be allowed to open from June 15, provided the guidelines are met along with the five tests for easing the lockdown.
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
Angry Barnard Castle OAPs say Dominic Cummings must go
Reaction was strong in the County Durham market town where the Downing Street adviser was reported to have visited in April.
In Pictures: Basking on the beach in bank holiday sunshine
Sun-seekers seized the opportunity to top up their tans.
Johnson supported Cummings ahead of public interest, Nicola Sturgeon says
Scotland’s First Minister accused the PM of risking public confidence in coronavirus guidelines by keeping his adviser in post.
Universities plan smaller classes and online lectures in return after coronavirus lockdown
Universities are planning to reopen student campuses from next month as they start to adapt to life after the coronavirus pandemic.
Three more coronavirus deaths in region but IT problem means cases unreported for 10 hours
A further three coronavirus patients have been confirmed to have died in hospitals across the Black Country, Birmingham and Staffordshire.
Intuit Posts 8 Pct Q3 Revenue Hit
Intuit, the maker of financial software TurboTax, QuickBooks and Mint, posted an 8 percent decline in revenue for the quarter ending April 30.
AI Robot Enforces Social Distancing At S. Korean Coffee Shop
A smart factory in South Korea developed an artificial intelligence solution to help people stay socially distanced and keep the coronavirus contained as the country reopens.
RevoluPAY Now Licensed To Provide Services In Every EU Country
RevoluPAY, a subsidiary of RevoluGROUP, is now able to offer digital banking services to EU member countries with its new PSD2 license.
How The Stage Was Set For The Pandemic’s Great Digital Shift
The pandemic has spurred a great shift to digital, but the foundation was already in place, underpinning consumer behaviors that seem poised for permanence.
Idiot poses INCHES from death as he walks around edge of unstable 400ft cliff
THIS is the moment an idiot was millimetres from death at a popular beauty spot as he walked around the very edge of an unstable 400-foot cliff. The heart-stopping moment was captured today at the …
Boy, 9, suffers life-changing injuries as he’s hit by ‘shirtless motorcyclist who fled the scene’
A NINE-YEAR-OLD boy has suffered life-changing injuries this afternoon after he was hit by a shirtless motorcyclist who then fled the scene, police said. Humberside police said they have arrested a…
Sister pays tribute to dad-of-two, 21, with ‘biggest heart’ stabbed to death in Havant home after two held for murder
THE sister of a murdered 21-year-old man has paid a touching tribute to him, saying he had the “biggest heart”. Dad-of-two George Allison was knifed to death on Saturday night at a home in Havant, …
Twisted son who raped his own mother while high on drugs jailed for 17 years
A SADISTIC son who savagely raped his own mum while high on meth has been caged for 17 years in Australia. Slamming the twisted pervert as being the “utmost evil”, the horrified judge t…
One-year-old baby strangled to death by bedroom blind cord as coroner issues urgent alert saying more will die
A CORONER issued an urgent alert after a one-year-old baby was strangled to death by a bedroom blind cord. Tragic tot Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became entangled in the looped cable.…
Girlfriend, 18, accused of murdering Fife man by driving over his head at farm
A STUDENT has appeared in court accused of murdering her boyfriend by running him down and driving over his head. Grace Ross, 18, is said to have murdered Joshua Kerr, also 18, in an alleged incide…
Mission accomplished at the end of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins — the saving grace of lockdown with its box-office cast
CHANNEL 4 viewers witnessed one of the great military confrontations of the modern era last night. The SAS versus Joey Essex, off Towie. The immovable object versus the irresistible moron. An inte…
Teen girl, 17, and man die after being pulled from water in bank holiday tragedies on Cornwall coast
A MAN and a 17-year-old girl have died today in two separate tragedies on the Cornish coastline. Emergency services confirmed they attended several incidents off the coast on the Bank Holiday Monda…
US farmers worried as crop prices dip
Market disruptions have been caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Meet Burundi's new president
Last week's election marked the end of Mr Nkurunziza's 15-year-long rule.
Agriculture reforms threaten to split politicians
Farmers demand access to affordable inputs and defeat of cartels strangling sector.
KBC staff sue over pension funds
Broadcaster says it’s unable to pay the sum at once.
Row between Makini School, parents deepens
The institution's management insists that parents must pay fees to keep it a float.
Jubilee purge: Ruto's supporters anxious
Uhuru aims to take effective control of both the party and Parliament.
India snake-bite assassin killed wife at second attempt
Her parents became suspicious when Sooraj tried to secure ownership of his wife's property just days after her death.
UoN to get lion’s share of Sh6.6bn salary raise
Parliament approved the payment in a supplementary budget last month.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors after bodies found in streets
The Indian Ocean island nation has registered 527 infections and two deaths, both in Toamasina.
Thailand enters race for Covid-19 vaccine
At least eight vaccines are in clinical trials with humans
Trump suspends travel from Brazil
Brazil now has the second-biggest caseload in the world.
Covid-19: 72 more test positive - VIDEO
Turkana becomes the latest county to record a case as the virus continues its march across the country.
Ghana close to easing virus restrictions
The country banned social gatherings on March 15.
Atwoli: I’ve no grudge against DP Ruto
Cotu boss says DP is to blame for the woes he is facing in Jubilee.
Have mercy on Washiali, troubled Echesa tells Uhuru
Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa has pleaded with President Uhuru Kenyatta to have mercy and pardon Mumias East MP Benjamin Washiali, the Majority Chief Whip, amid a looming purge as the
Ethiopia records highest daily virus cases
Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.
Nairobi church faces eviction from public land
The land will be restored to community utilisation.
Rift Valley leaders divided over Uhuru, Ruto war
Jubilee legislators are divided on the authenticity of the winnowing in the party.
City explores painting “social distancing circles” on the park lawns after Trinity Bellwoods chaos
Complacency and fatigue probably had a lot to do with the disarray at the popular downtown park this weekend, but where does personal responsibility fit in all of this?
Toronto council to vote on 40-kilometre bike lane expansion
The city's latest cycling infrastructure plan adds 25 kilometres of new bike lanes, along with the promise of more public space and patios
Trudeau to push for 10 days paid sick leave for all Canadians; Tory apologizes for not wearing a mask in Trinity Bellwoods
Follow the latest Toronto news on coronavirus
Fire guts 1,613 IDPs’ shelters, kills two people in Borno
The Muna Garage Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp; has been gutted by fire, destroying 1,613 makeshift shelters Saturday in Borno state.
Panic as Buhari probes Abba Kyari’s office, others
A wave of apprehension is sweeping through MDAs as President Muhammadu Buhari begins a probe into the office of the late Chief of Staff Abba Kyari.
Defence HQ says airstrikes kill 200 bandits in Katsina, Zamfara
The Defence Headquarters says the Air Component of Operation Hadarin Daji has neutralised no fewer than 200 armed bandits in multiple air strikes
Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president
Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs
FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon – Onyeama
The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.
‘Violating interstate movement ban dangerous to COVID-19 fight’
The Enugu State Government has insisted that violating or assisting anyone to evade the interstate movement restriction, was unlawful and has contributed
Dabiri-Erewa, Pantami fight over office space gets messier
After a series of confrontations between Nigeria's communication and digital economy minister Isa Pantami and chairman of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the fight over an office space took another turn late Sunday.
Obinwanne Okeke to plead guilty for $11 million US fraud
Obinwanne Okeke also known as Invictus Obi has indicated wish to plead guilty for the $11 million fraud he is being tried for in the United States (US).
COVID-19 cases rise to 183 in Ogun State
The state’s governor, Dapo Abiodun, stated this while briefing the press on the activities of the government to curb further spread of the pandemic. He said that on one single day, there was a record of 25 new cases.
Group alleges fresh evidence of N25 billion spending on imaginary road repairs by NDDC
Fresh allegation of extra-budgetary spending is rocking the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as a group has accused the agency of spending N25 billion on regional contingency road repairs not appropriated for in the 2019 fiscal framework.
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
Beijing has warned the US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface
Farmers lament harassment by security officers, donate 60,000 eggs to Lagos
The Feed Industry Practitioners Association of Nigeria (FIPAN) has called on security agencies in the country to implement the curfew with a human face across the country. The body made this known at the weekend when it donated 60,000 eggs ...
US bans Brazil travel over virus surge as Europe keeps easing
The United States suspended travel from Brazil over an explosion of coronavirus infections in the South American nation, but across the Atlantic
NYSC warns corps members against violating inter-state lockdown over collection of discharge certificate
NYSC, has urged corps members who at present are not in their States of service, not to violate the ban on inter-state journeys
UK, Nigeria pledge to sustain trade relations amid CoVID-19
With Covid-19 continuing to affect supply chains, trade and global investment flows, the United Kingdom and Nigeria authorities have pledged commitment
Top Egypt medical union warns of health system ‘collapse’
Egypt's top medical union on Monday warned of a "complete collapse" of the country's health system, accusing the health ministry of negligence
Brother allegedly sets pregnant sister ablaze for slapping mother
THE police in Lagos State have arrested a boy simply identified as Chima for allegedly setting his elder sister ablaze. The 20-year-old pregnant lady, Victoria, was set ablaze at C.A.C bus stop in Okokomaiko area of Ojo Local Government. She was confirmed dead by medical doctors. Victoria died hours after her brother, who was said […]
Nigerians abroad urged to pressurise UK government on Madueke’s repatriation
Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has urged Nigerians in the United Kingdom (UK) to pressurise
Akwa Ibom decries absence of COVID-19 test centre
Governor Udom Emmanuel at the weekend regretted that in spite of Akwa Ibom’s ‘25 per cent’ contribution to Nigeria’s revenue, the Federal Government was yet to prioritise setting a COVID-19 test centre in the state.
85-year-old ex-IBC Director-General stabs wife to death
A former Director-General of the Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), Mr Theophilus Okere, allegedly stabbed his wife to death early on Monday at Imerinwe community in the Ngor-Okpala Local Government Area of Imo.
Cross River government declares 35 persons wanted over cult killings
Determined to make Cross River State a safe place to live, the State government has declared 35 persons wanted for cultism.
Government inquiry warns Australia bushfires not a ‘one-off event’
An inquiry into Australia's recent bushfires that scorched an area larger than most nations and displaced thousands opened Monday
NAF trains 94 Special Forces, 35 personnel in RTC Bauchi – Air Chief
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal (AM) Sadique Abubakar said that 94 Special Forces (SF) and 35 personnel had been trained
Long awaited Local government polls to hold on Saturday in Cross River
The long awaited Cross River State local governments’ election which was postponed due to the Coronavirus pandemic has now been rescheduled to 30th of May 2020.
South East rejects IGP’s community policing template
Governors and leaders of the South East have opposed the implementation of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mohammed Adamu’s community policing template until he complies with the agreement reached with them on the issue.
Kwara government extends palliatives to Unilorin
The University of Ilorin (Unilorin) says about 643 of its workers had benefited from the COVID-19 palliatives being distributed by the Kwara Government.
Myanmar files first Rohingya case report to top UN court
Myanmar has submitted its first report to the International Court of Justice on steps it has taken to prevent the genocide of Rohingya Muslims
Direct Primary in Edo is the way to go — Wambai
Suleiman Wambai, North-Central National Vice-President (VP) of All Progressives Congress (APC), says direct primary election in Edo
Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing
US President Donald Trump on Monday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death toll from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000. “The Fake and Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin!” the golf-loving president said on Twitter, noting that the game at his […]
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19, says CMD
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital.
COVID 19: Umahi bemoans astronomical rise of cases in Ebonyi
Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has bemoaned the astronomical rise of COVID-19 cases in the state, describing it as ‘shocking and disturbing’.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy
Anxiety as Bonny residents await NCDC report
Anxiety has heightened in Bonny Island of Rivers State, as residents await the report of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) inquiring the recent 13 deaths in the community.
Eight foreign sailors freed after Benin kidnapping
Eight foreign crew members kidnapped from a Singapore-owned container ship off Benin's coast in April have been freed and are undergoing medical checks
COVID-19: INEC wants election declared as essential service
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it would engage with relevant authorities, including the National Assembly, to designate election as an essential service due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ondo APC factional chairman backs out, declares support for Akeredolu
The factional Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Mr. Idowu Otetubi, has collapsed his executives with the APC faction led by Ade Adetimehin, saying he was tired of balkanising the party.
WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment
The World Health Organization said Monday it had "temporarily" suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloriquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 being carried out across
Reps minority caucus laud Edwin Clark role on true federalism
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has paid a glowing tribute to the sterling qualities of elder statesman
Governor charge Muslims to imbibe lessons of Ramadan
Some governors have tasked Muslims to learn and imbibe lessons of the Ramadan, while others, alongside the Emir of Ilorin, preach peace.
Teenager fakes own death on social media to avoid financial pressure from mother
A teenager who faked her own death in order to avoid financial pressure from family members has been found and arrested by police operatives in Lagos State. On May 15, the Lagos police command received a petition by one Tony Iji on behalf of the family of one Margaret Adiya Ikumu...
Rejig your political agenda for 2023 APC leaders warn his members
Stalwarts of APC in Akwa Ibom state have urged its members to call their media aides to order as some of their publications in the social media
‘How my pregnant wife died of neglect at Epe General Hospital’
Life will not remain the same for Mr. Taiwo Ayobami, who lost his wife, Oluremi during childbirth at Epe General Hospital, Lagos State on April 15, 2020 over alleged neglect by health workers. The deceased was a level 9 officer of the Lagos State Ministry of Education, teaching mathematics at Epe Senior Grammar School.
Okowa greets Edwin Clark at 93, says he is a fearless, patriotic leader
Describing Clark as a fearless and patriotic leader, who cares for the interests of his people and the peaceful co-existence of Nigerians, said that Clark had worked hard to place his name in the annals of history as a great fighter of the Niger Delta course.
WHO temporarily suspends hydroxychloriquine trials
The World Health Organization says it had temporarily suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for Covid-19 being carried out across a range of countries as a precautionary measure.
US prohibits travel from Brazil for foreigners
The US said it was prohibiting most non-US citizens from travelling to the country if they had been in Brazil in the last two weeks, two days after Brazil became the country with the second highest number of coronavirus cases in the world.
At a glance: Latest global Covid-19 developments
Lockdown measures are eased across parts of Europe while Japan lifts its state of emergency.
Varadkar followed guidelines in park - spokesperson
A spokesperson for the Taoiseach has said Leo Varadkar was complying fully with Covid-19 guidelines while out socialising in the Phoenix Park in Dublin over the weekend.
Details of registration for calculated grades announced
Details of the online registration system for calculated grades for this year's Leaving Certificate students have been announced.
Japan lifts national state of emergency
Japan has lifted its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus, after new cases slowed to a crawl in the country with the world's third-biggest economy.
Malta looks to Ireland in campaign for legal abortion
The second anniversary of the referendum on the 8th amendment has arrived, and has barely made a dent in the news coverage due to Covid-19.
Youth offenders complying with restrictions - report
Youth offenders are complying with Covid-19 restrictions, according to a report by the University of Limerick which finds the majority of young people have been engaged in "pro-social behaviours and activities" during the pandemic.
Covid-19 deaths rise to 514 in Northern Ireland
The number of people who have died after testing positive for coronavirus in Northern Ireland has risen to 514 after eight more deaths were reported by the Department of Health.
Pubs take legal action against FBD over Covid insurance
Over 1,000 pubs and bars are affected by a dispute about whether or not their insurance policies with FBD Insurance Plc cover the disruptive impact of Covid-19 on their businesses, the Commercial Court has been told.
Dutch PM didn't see dying mother due to virus lockdown
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was unable to visit his dying mother in her final weeks because he obeyed coronavirus restrictions against visiting care homes, his office said.
1m versus 2m: What experts say about social distancing
An abundance of caution will be cited by some for the two metre rule. Others argue it is too restrictive and not based on an official WHO/ECDPC position.
International students at UCD calling for compensation
A UCD student from India has begun a petition calling on the college to compensate international students who paid substantial fees to study at UCD only for their year of study to be disrupted by Covid-19.
Two teens appear in Wexford court on rape charge
Two teenage males have appeared at Wexford District Court today on a rape charge.
Spain revises virus death toll down by nearly 2,000
Spain's government today revised downward the country's death toll from the coronavirus by nearly 2,000, bringing the total number of deaths recorded to 26,834.
I don't regret what I did, Cummings says over travel
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's senior aide Dominic Cummings has said "I don't regret what I did", as he responded to allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
5 positive things happening right now
From four teenagers cycling to raise money for the RNLI, to a tongue in cheek cover of 'Stand by Me', here are 5 positive things happening right now.
After Boney Kapoor, Two Members Of Karan Johar’s Household Staff Test Positive For Covid-19
Two members of Karan Johar’s household staff have tested positive for the Covid-19. Karan Johar shared that the rest of the staff and family are not showing any symptoms.
Akshay Kumar Mourns The Demise Of Hockey Legend Balbir Singh
Earlier today, Bollywood star Akshay Kumar took to his Twitter to mourn the demise of former hockey player Balbir Singh.
Governor Of Veneto Confirms, Venice Film Festival To Go Ahead With 2020 Edition
Luca Zaia, governor of Veneto, said on Sunday that the Venice Film Festival, which was due to take place between September 2 and 12, will be held as planned.
Anupam Kher Celebrates 36 Years Of His Debut Movie Saaransh, Thanks Director Mahesh Bhatt
Anupam Kher took to his social media handle to celebrate 36 years of his debut movie, Saaransh. Although just 28 years old at the time, Anupam played the role of an elderly school teacher.
Salman Khan Keeps His Promise, Releases A New Song For His Fans On Eid
Treating all his fans this Eid, superstar Salman Khan has the best Eidi to offer. After releasing two songs earlier, the actor releases third song, titled ‘Bhai Bhai’ on this special occasion.
Vehicle knocks down power pole on Highway 4 near Port Alberni
A man and a woman were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Monday when the all-terrain vehicle they were riding left a logging road near the foot of Mount Washington.“It looks . . .
Two injured in ATV accident near Mount Washington base
A man and a woman were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Monday when the all-terrain vehicle they were riding left a logging road near the foot of Mount Washington. “It looks . . .
Three face charges in protest outside Premier John Horgan’s home
Three people are scheduled to appear at the Western Communities courthouse July 15 in relation to alleged mischief and trespass at the home of Premier John Horgan on Feb. 18. Derek Ryneveld, who . . .
B.C. Parks overwhelmed as thousands try to reserve campsites
“Overwhelming numbers” of people trying to reserve campsites on the first day of availability led to technical problems with bookings on the B.C. Parks Discover Camping website, the . . .
Highway 4 closed near Port Alberni after vehicle hits power pole
A power pole was knocked down on Highway 4 this morning near Wattys Road just west of Port Alberni, closing both lanes. The fire department was called about 7 a.m., said Port Alberni Fire Chief . . .
More than 313,000 have completed B.C.’s COVID-19 survey; one week left to take part
There’s a week left to tell the province your experiences and needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. So far, more than 313,000 people have taken part, said provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. . .
Busy signals and crashed websites greet stir crazy B.C. campers
After being stuck indoors while taunted by gorgeous weather and pristine mountain and water views, it is no surprise that British Columbians are eager to plan the camping trip they have been . . .
Horgan welcomes news Ottawa will be pursuing paid sick leave
CINDY E. HARNETTTimes ColonistB.C. Premier John Horgan is applauding news that the federal government is looking at ensuring 10 days of paid sick leave for workers.The premier has been advocating for. . .
Nanaimo seniors care home to remain under Island Health's control for now
Island Health has extended its daily management of a privately owned Nanaimo seniors home until at least the end of July.Susan Abermann was appointed administrator of the 150-bed Nanaimo’s . . .
Former Green leader Andrew Weaver says he would have called election over LNG approval
Former B.C. Green party leader Andrew Weaver wanted to call an election over the NDP’s support for the LNG Canada/Coastal GasLink project, but was outvoted by his two Green colleagues. In a tweet. . .
Baby uninjured in Nanaimo crash that sent mother to hospital
A three-week-old infant was not hurt in a two-vehicle crash that left his mother with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The two were in an SUV on Saturday afternoon when the driver, a 19. . .
Evening top 5: No new coronavirus deaths in Republic as 59 new cases confirmed
Coronavirus: No new deaths reported in Republic for first time since MarchThere have been no new...
Johnson under pressure over defence of Cummings' lockdown breach
The UK Prime Minister is coming under increasing pressure to sack his top adviser after it emerge...
Jacinda Ardern calmly continues interview during earthquake in New Zealand
An earthquake that struck near the New Zealand capital city of Wellington while Prime Minister Ja...
Coronavirus: No new deaths reported in Republic for first time since March
There have been no new coronavirus deaths reported to health officials in the past 24 hours.59 n...
Report warns of major tax shortfall due to drop in household spending
The COVID-19 crisis could see indirect tax revenue fall by up to €6.7bn this year.The Economic...
2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one
Observing all COVID-19 guidelines in the presence of local government machinery, the devotees queued up at TTD marriage halls and TTD Information Centres for the sacred prasadam.
Three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr dies
One of the country's greatest athletes, Balbir Sr was the only Indian among 16 legends chosen by the International Olympic Committee across modern Olympic history. His world record for most goals scored by an individual in the men's hockey final of the Olympics still remains unbeaten.
As Covid-19 rages, Mumbai ramps up health infrastructure
Data released by the state public health department on Sunday on dedicated Covid hospitals showed the citys oxygen-supported beds and isolation beds have gone up three times, thanks to new ‘jumbo makeshift facilities set up in the citys exhibition grounds. The number of oxygen-supported beds has gone up from 1,413 on May 12 to 4,508 on May 24.
German business morale rebounds in May as corona restrictions are eased
The Ifo institute said its May survey showed that its business climate index rose to 79.5 from a downwardly revised 74.2 in April. A Reuters poll of economists had pointed to a reading of 78.3.
Parks packed, terraces open as Madrid and Barcelona ease curbs
The easing measures come as the Madrid region, the city of Barcelona and large parts of Castile-Leon in the northwest, formally enter the first phase of rolling back one of the strictest lockdowns in the world.
Debt of consumer discretionary firms faces a downgrade
Ratings firm Crisil has forecast that consumer discretionary services and products are expected to be worse hit by the Covid-19 disruptions.
ITC to acquire spices maker Sunrise Foods
The company on May 23 entered into a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 100% of the equity share capital of Sunrise Foods Private Limited.
DMart’s secular rally may pause for a while
The stock's at all-time high and at price to earnings multiple of 120 times FY20 score.
Global engines fire up again, Europe makes steady start
Europe, despite reeling under the pandemic, is steadily opening up.
No signs of Indian, Chinese troops backing off as standoff heads for long haul
People familiar with the situation in the region said the two sides were engaged in trying to resolve the dispute, but there was no indication of a positive outcome yet as both the armies continued to bolster their positions in disputed areas of Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley and Demchok.
Regular parliamentary committee meetings likely to take place soon
The issue had stirred a controversy as the parliamentary panel meetings are held in-camera and the issues discussed are not made public. Holding such meetings through video conference would have compromised the secrecy clause.
International Labour Organisation writes to PM Modi, says India should uphold labour laws
This comes after 10 central trade unions lodged a joint complaint with the international body over some BJP-ruled states allowing complete exemption from labour laws for new establishments to attract investments and most states increasing the work hours from 8 hr to 12 hrs in single shifts.
PM's economic package 'jumla', less than 1pc of GDP: Chavan
Senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan, incidentally, had demanded a Rs 21 lakh crore package in April this year.
One of New Zealand's largest media organisations is being sold for just $1
The organization Stuff prints many of the nation's daily newspapers and runs a popular news website of the same name. It employs about 900 staff, including 400 journalists. Owned by Australia's Nine Entertainment, Stuff faced financial challenges before the coronavirus pandemic struck and has since seen advertising revenues plunge.
Covid-19 boosts local demand for premium fruits, vegetables
Indian consumers are willing to pay a premium to get hygienic and nutritional daily essentials, prompting exporters of horticulture produce to draw strategies for the domestic market.
Pakistan's COVID-19 cases steadily go up to 56,349; death toll at 1,167
The Ministry of National Health Services reported that 22,491 cases were diagnosed in Sindh, 20,077 in Punjab, 7,905 in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, 3,407 in Balochistan, 1,641 in Islamabad, 619 in Gilgit-Baltistan and 209 in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Bengal and Assam tea sector estimated a loss of Rs 2,100 crore due to lockdown
Indian tea sector has estimated loss of Rs 2,100 crore in Assam and Bengal due to lockdown. This is based on the price recovered in 2019 North India tea auctions. These two north Indian tea producing states contribute over 80% to India's national yield. The plantation sector has requested government for a multidirectional financial package to come out of the crisis.
Trade setup: No consensus on Nifty direction; 50DMA remains key hurdle
This makes the market more vulnerable on the higher side.
China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats
US national security advisor Robert O'Brien warned Sunday that the new law could cost the city the preferential trading status it enjoys with the United States, the world's largest economy.
Nepal to widen scope of COVID-19 testing as cases surge: PM K P Sharma Oli
Nepal on Monday registered its highest single-day spike in the coronavirus cases with 79 new infections, taking the total COVID-19 tally to 682 in the country.
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
The Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) also urged the government to ban the import of refined palm oils or palmolien in order to encourage domestic production. These are some of the short-term measures the trade body has submitted to the government for making India self-sufficient in edible oils.
Ready to deal with situation if there is spike in cases of coronavirus: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal said the situation is still under control in Delhi, even after several relaxations were given in the fourth phase of COVID-19-induced lockdown.
IAF to operationalise second squadron of Tejas; IAF Chief to do it
This event will be conducted at Air Force Station, Sulur near Coimbatore. The squadron will be equipped with LCA Tejas FOC Aircraft and will be the second IAF Squadron to fly LCA Tejas,” the IAF said in a statement.
View: With the global supply chain being reconfigured, India must intelligently restructure its economy
Indias aspirations have been whetted by its improving ease of doing business, though more needs to be done.
More patients than beds in Mumbai as India faces surge in virus cases
For years, India's booming private hospitals have taken some of the strain off the country's underfunded and dilapidated public health network, but the ordeal of Parikh's family suggests that as coronavirus cases explode in India, even private facilities are at risk of being overrun.
Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case
A fourth-grade multitasking staffer who attended office till last Tuesday is the fifth COVID-19 case detected in the building in less than two weeks. Nine of his contacts at Rail Bhavan have been sent to home quarantine, officials said.
US limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak
Brazil has the second-highest number of confirmed coronavirus infections in the world — trailing only the United States — with more than 350,000 cases and 22,700 deaths.
Short-term rates fall by 30 bps, ease working cap stress
Corporate bond yields dipped 10-25 bps while CP rates plunged up to 20-30 bps lower than levels seen earlier before the impromptu central bank policy announcement last week, dealers said.
Migrants walk through 'hell' to reach 'heaven' in Bihar but stare at uncertain future
Hungry and exhausted, these migrant workers are arriving at Sonathu and other villages in Bihar's Aurangabad district from places as far-off as Surat, Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur and Chennai every day, carrying tales of trauma and tribulation.
Must start Rs 1,000 per month transfer now: Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo
In a conversation with each other at online version of Jaipur Literature Fest on Sunday, Banerjee said that India could help in mass production of the Covid 19 vaccine, when it is developed, but cautioned that in the absence of one, India is set to see another lockdown since cases were only rising.
View: China's crypto is all about tracing — and power
Digital yuan trials are taking place just as Covid deepens mistrust with the US.
Will send to Yogi Adityanath videos of migrants hailing Uddhav Thackeray: Sanjay Raut
Sanjay Raut, whose party heads the coalition government in Maharashtra, said he would send to Adityanath video clips of migrant workers hailing Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.
First anniversary of Modi Govt 2.0: BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark year of 'historic achievements'
The spread of coronavirus, which has resulted in lockdown and ban on political meetings, has prompted the BJP to resort to using technology to mark the first anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's second term.
Deficit monetisation: Is it really as simple as RBI printing more money?
India has a comfortable foreign exchange reserves of $487 billion currently.
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth of about 52 kilometres (32 miles) near Levin, about 90 kilometres north of Wellington, the US Geological Survey said.
Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh have over 50% recovery rate
MP has reported a 51% recovery rate among Covid-19 patients while Rajasthan has done better at 54% and UP is the best among the three states with a 56% recovery rate. In all these states, the number of active cases is hence below the number of recovered patients. The national recovery rate stands at about 42%.
Carrying lab report? Karnataka exempts you from institutional quarantine
The government also exempted both union and state ministers, officers on duty as well as airline crew members from quarantine.
UK planning to reduce Huawei’s 5G role: Report
The British prime minister instructed officials to draw up plans under which Chinas involvement in the countrys 5G infrastructure would be scaled down to zero by 2023, according to the newspaper.
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The Airbus A-320 from Lahore to Karachi was 15 nautical miles from the Jinnah International Airport, flying at an altitude of 10,000 feet above the ground instead of 7,000 when the Air Traffic Control (ATC) issued its first warning to lower the plane's altitude, Geo News quoted an ATC report as saying.
Softer rate regime to impact guaranteed-return products
“Yields were in excess of 5% for guaranteed products with maturity of 10-15 years. These products will now have to be redrawn and repriced,” said Sandeep Ghosh, financial sector advisory leader, EY.
Bihar to install oxygen pipeline system in sub-divisional hospitals
The state government is also set to place an order for medicine supplies for the next two years including 3.5 million strips of hydroxychroloquine tablets, besides procuring walk-in-kiosks like Kerala for all its district hospitals to take Covid-19 samples from patients.
NCLAT sets asides NCLT order to make MCA party in all insolvency, company matters
Rejecting the order, the NCLAT said: "The impugned order making it applicable throughout the country to all the Benches of the National Company Law Tribunal is untenable one and the said order suffers from material irregularity and patent illegality in the eye of Law".
CBIC clears Rs 11,052 cr GST refund claims since April 8
Refunds have been sanctioned while ensuring work from home, it added. The finance ministry had on April 8 said that to provide relief during COVID-19 it has been decided to issue all pending GST and custom refunds which would benefit around 1 lakh business entities, including MSME.
3 states finalising databases for benefit of migrant workers
The migrant commission announced by the Uttar Pradesh government will map skills of workers who have returned to the state, providing data to employment exchanges while also providing workers social security measures like insurance.
Donald Trump says he has finished taking hydroxychloroquine as coronavirus therapy
Trump has spent weeks pushing the drug as a potential treatment or prophylaxis for COVID-19 against the cautionary advice of many of his administration's top medical professionals.
Soccer players eager to restart contact training, says Palace's Townsend
The second round of testing returned two positives -- with Bournemouth saying one of their players was now self-isolating -- as the government issued guidance on the next step for athletes to resume close-contact training.
Experts slam agriculture reform program, warn of shortage amid pandemic
Agrarian reform is among the National Priority Programs pushed by Jokowi’s first-term administration in an effort to better distribute development.
Jakarta doctors share their experiences spending Ramadan, Idul Fitri away from families
"I haven't seen my parents for almost three months," Lia, a doctor who works at a community health center (Puskesmas) in Duren Sawit district, said.
Millions of Indonesians celebrate Eid under social restrictions
Many Muslims say they find solace in praying and celebrating at home with modest virtual festivities, but others infringe physical distancing orders.
COVID-19: Health minister issues ‘new normal’ guidelines for workplaces
In a ministerial decree issued on Saturday, Terawan detailed how offices and manufacturers should operate during the large-scale social restrictions (PSBB).
China says virus pushing US ties to brink of 'Cold War'
Fresh tensions between Beijing and Washington emerged as virus restrictions continued to shape and remake lives around the world, and in very different ways.
Hummels '99 percent' ready for Dortmund's showdown with Bayern
Centre-back Hummels limped out of Saturday's 2-0 win at Wolfsburg after 45 minutes with an aggravated Achilles tendon, but is poised to marshall Dortmund's defence against his former club Bayern.
Dozens of Chinese companies added to US blacklist in latest Beijing rebuke
The blacklisted companies focus on artificial intelligence and facial recognition, markets that US chip companies such as Nvidia Corp and Intel Corp have been heavily investing in.
China media seize on video of HK protesters beating lawyer
The assault took place Sunday during a rally against a controversial security law proposed by Beijing that was broken up by police, who fired tear gas and water cannon in the most intense clashes for months.
Japan eyes fresh $930b stimulus, to end Tokyo's state of emergency
Japan is considering fresh stimulus worth 100 trillion yen ($930 billion), mostly comprising financial aid for companies.
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
Wind speeds of up to 132 km/hour (82 mph) were registered at Cape Leeuwin, one of the state's most south-westerly points early on Monday, the strongest May gusts in 15 years, according to the Australia Broadcasting Corp.
Woods-Manning prevail in star-studded match, raised $20m for charity
The 44-year-old Woods says he's been able to use the down time during the coronavirus pandemic to get himself in shape for an expected condensed fall golf season.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth of about 52 kilometres (32 miles) near Levin, about 90 kilometres north of Wellington, the US Geological Survey said.
Book sales soar as French lockdown eases
A study for the trade weekly Livres Hebdo found that from May 11 to 17 bookshops did a roaring trade, with readers desperate to stock up while public libraries remained shut.
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in Q1
The Federal Statistics Office said capital investments fell by 6.9 percent, private consumption by 3.2 percent and exports by 3.1 percent between January and March compared with the last three months of 2019.
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
Fuelled by three years of drought, which experts have attributed to climate change, hundreds of fires, some massive in size, burned across Australia's east coast for months before finally being extinguished in February.
China official in Hong Kong says some protest acts "terrorist in nature"
Xie Feng, commissioner of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong, made his remarks during a speech on proposed national security legislation in Hong Kong, in which he sought to reassure foreign investors they would not be affected.
Hertz files for US bankruptcy protection as car rentals evaporate in pandemic
The firm, whose largest shareholder is billionaire investor Carl Icahn with a nearly 39 percent ownership stake, is reeling from government orders restricting travel and requiring citizens to remain home.
No home rule: Bayern out to show Dortmund who's boss
Leaders Bayern arrive at second-placed Dortmund four points clear and on course for an eighth straight title.
Hard times for Boeing, long a symbol of American might
Boeing, a longtime symbol of American industrial power, was unable to raise the funds to finance its business.
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant for one dollar
Nine said that Stuff chief executive Sinead Boucher would take over the company, which operates New Zealand's most popular news website, stuff.co.nz, and titles such as Wellington's Dominion Post and the Christchurch Press.
Brad Keselowski wins NASCAR's longest race
The 600-miler on the US Memorial Day weekend was already the longest race on the NASCAR calendar but on Sunday it went even longer after William Byron's spin with five laps to go set up a two-lap shootout for victory.
China space program targets July launch for Mars mission
Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space program in an effort to catch up with its rival the United States and affirm its status as a major world power.
Virus lockdowns stifle Eid celebrations as infections rise
The three-day festival, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, is traditionally celebrated with mosque prayers, family feasts and shopping for new clothes, gifts and sweet treats.
Indonesia looks to domestic innovations to tackle COVID-19
Indonesia is striving to tackle the COVID-19 outbreak with domestically produced innovations, but researchers say the government may face roadblocks in the mass production of such products because of the absence of pro-innovation policies.
COVID-19 patients in East Java hospital demand to be let out for Idul Fitri
COVID-19 patients at the Slamet Martodirjo regional hospital in Pamekasan, East Java, have demanded to be allowed to celebrate Idul Fitri at home with their families, with some resorting to extreme measures.
Boris Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims
Cummings has been a highly divisive figure in British politics since masterminding the successful 2016 Brexit campaign alongside Johnson.
Suriname votes with convicted-killer president's future at stake
With a partial lockdown in effect due to the coronavirus pandemic, Suriname's 380,000 eligible voters will head to the polls to elect the 51 members of the National Assembly.
Teams hold practice games as Japan baseball league nears return
The NPB season was supposed to start on March 20 but has been delayed due to the pandemic. Earlier this month, NPB Commissioner Atsushi Saito suggested the season could start in the second half of June.
Asian shares tick up, eyes on China-US trade relations
Analysts expect trading to be subdued with United States and UK markets shut for public holidays.
What lockdown looked like in Wales on Bank Holiday Monday
The majority of people were confined to their gardens due to the coronavirus lockdown
Amazing photographs reveal a rare white starling standing out in a murmuration
'It could be sticking with the group for protection'
Booking.com reveals the top travel destinations on people's wishlists
Many holidaymakers are dreaming of sunnier, foreign climes
This is the reason why there was a huge convoy of lorries on the M4 today
There was a convoy of around 90 lorries tooting their horns along the motorway
Dominic Cummings has 'no regrets' about 260-mile trip but admits he should have told PM his plans
Boris Johnson's senior advisor issued a statement on Monday afternoon following mounting pressure to quit
First white storks born in Britain for 600 years peer out of their nest for the first time
Baby birds were born earlier this month as a result of the White Stork Project
The abandoned railway station through a hidden wood that has lain dormant for 100 years
Down a small wooded area lies Spencer Road Halt railway station, which closed in 1915
Britain flocks to the seaside as coronavirus lockdown wobbles
There was little sign of people sticking to social distancing rules
Brave woman who feared she'd never find love after being paralysed tragically dies after dream wedding
Her husband Kevin has described the happiest two years of their lives before her death
Incredible moment neighbours heckle 'hypocrite' Dominic Cummings over lockdown trip
Cummings was branded a 'hypocrite' by the crowd of onlookers on his own doorstep
'What would I do with seven days off each week?' Britain's most recognisable police officer is staying on the beat
His face has been used on thousands of cardboard cutouts throughout the country
Dominic Cummings visited Barnard Castle to see if he could drive safely
Boris Johnson's senior advisor made the second journey after driving 260 miles to Durham
Seven more people die with coronavirus in Wales taking total to 1,274
Meanwhile, the number of cases of the virus in Wales since the outbreak began has increased by 106 to reach 13,415
Women's Super League ended immediately as focus switches to next season
The 2019-20 Women's Super League and Championship season has been ended with immediate effect.
Atletico Madrid match linked to 41 deaths in Merseyside hospitals
New health data analysis predicts impact controversial fixture may have had
Boy slashed to neck and face and stabbed in leg in horror park gang attack
The young boy emotionally told his gran: 'The reason I was running was to come and say my last goodbye to my mum before I died'
Scrambler yob being chased tried to get into woman's car
Police appealing for information after scary incident at traffic lights in Kirkby
Holly and Phil will not be on This Morning
Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford step in for the pair
No new coronavirus deaths announced in Liverpool hospitals
A welcome reprieve for the city, although other areas in Merseyside recorded new deaths
Sean Dyche interview: Burnley boss is expecting a different challenge
Burnley boss Sean Dyche usually splits his time between the club's Lancashire training ground and his Northamptonshire home so the opportunity to spend less time on the road and more time with his loved ones has been gratefully received.
KSI confident of fighting Jake Paul, with Eddie Hearn proposing 2021 date
KSI says he wants to fight Jake Paul, with Eddie Hearn proposing that it happens in 2021.
Philippe Coutinho: Bayern Munich loanee may not play again this season
Philippe Coutinho may not play again for Bayern Munich – as Premier League clubs weigh up a summer move for the Brazilian.
Kristian Laight: Despite 279 defeats from 300 fights, he says he emerged with success
Two years after the 300th, and the very last, final bell of a boxing match, a sound so familiar to Kristian Laight, he has nothing but pride for how things went.
George Kruis and Hadleigh Parkes to play in Japan for Panasonic Wild Knights next season
England lock George Kruis and Wales centre Hadleigh Parkes will play in Japan for the Panasonic Wild Knights next season, the Top League club said on Monday.
Joshua King: Four of Premier League top six want to sign Bournemouth striker
Bournemouth striker Joshua King is wanted by four of the top six clubs in the Premier League this summer.
Tracey Neville and Rachel Dunn join for watchalong of Netball World Cup bronze match
Join Tracey Neville, Serena Guthrie and Rachel Dunn as they relive England's bronze medal match against South Africa from year's Netball World Cup, live on Sky Sports this Bank Holiday Monday.
Tamsin Greenway's detailed look at Vitality Netball Superleague's potential routes forwards
Tamsin Greenway takes a detailed look at the Vitality Netball Superleague's potential routes forward and shares more about the intricacies and complexities the sport faces when it comes to its decision making.
Sony Xperia 1 II arrives in the US on July 24th
Sony unveiled the photography-focused Xperia 1 II in February and has now announced preorder and shipping dates for the US. The company knows that the $1,200 price tag will be difficult to digest, so it's sweetening the deal, as it…
Star Citizen is free to download and play for the next week
Star Citizen developer Cloud Imperium Games is hosting a Free Fly event to celebrate the fictional in-game Invictus Launch Week.
Linus Torvalds abandons Intel for AMD after 15 years
In yesterday’s announcement of the new Linux Kernel 5.7 RC7, Torvalds wrote: “The biggest excitement this week for me was just that I upgraded my main machine, and for the first time in about 15 years, my desktop isn't Intel-based.…
As GDPR turns two, some are doubting the Irish Data Protection Commission's ability to enforce rules
It's been two years since the European Union's General Data Privacy Regulation (GDPR) went into effect, with sweeping changes to how companies are able to handle customer data. It's also inspired similar rules that were adopted in the US, such…
Mental health app downloads up 30% during pandemic, questions raised over their effectiveness
As reported by CNBC, nearly half of US citizens said the pandemic was harming their mental wellbeing back in April. With shelter-in-place rules prohibiting in-person therapy sessions, many turned to their smartphones for help, rather than opt for a virtual…
Ex-Windows boss reveals his new desktop PC is an iPad Pro
Having joined Microsoft back in 1989 as a software design engineer, Sinofsky worked his way up to President of the Windows division by 2009, finally departing the company at the end of 2012.
Report: Manchester United keeping tabs on David Brooks, Joshua King
Manchester United are reportedly eyeing up David Brooks and Joshua King as they seek out cheaper attacking alternatives ahead of the summer window.
Uli Stielike: 'Paul Pogba not humble enough for Real Madrid'
Former player Uli Stielike claims that Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba does not possess the right character to earn a move to Real Madrid.
Liverpool 'to complete Timo Werner deal in August or September'
Liverpool are reportedly still on course to sign Timo Werner from RB Leipzig, though a deal may not go through until August or September.
Samuel Umtiti 'will not leave Barcelona'
Defender Samuel Umtiti is reportedly unlikely to leave Barcelona during the next transfer window.
Gary Neville fears financial "nightmare" threatens future of EFL clubs
Stevenage chairman Phil Wallace says relegation from League Two on a points-per-game system would be unjust.
Barcelona looking to raise more than £117m through player sales
Barcelona are hoping to raise more than £117m through player sales this summer in order to fund their pursuits of Lautaro Martinez and Miralem Pjanic.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to fast-track Hannibal Mejbri into first team?
A report claims that 17-year-old midfielder Hannibal Mejbri will be given more opportunities to impress for Manchester United's first team next season.
Premier League clubs to vote on return to contact training on Wednesday
Players and managers are to be consulted as Project Restart plans gather pace.
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 24
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
Real Madrid 'want to sign Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies'
Real Madrid are interested in signing Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies, according to a report.
Pundit thinks Vettel to Aston Martin 'possible'
Sebastian Vettel will join "a winning team" for 2021 or quit the sport, according to his former boss Dr Helmut Marko.
Government gives green light for return of contact training
Stage two guidelines allow for close-contact training for elite athletes under carefully controlled medical conditions.
Burnley goalkeeper Joe Hart retains hopes of chance at big club
Burnley goalkeeper Joe Hart, who will be available on a free transfer in the summer, feels that he still has the ability to represent a big club.
Ross County chairman fears worst is yet to come for Scottish football
Roy MacGregor believes the game will have to deal with "a tsunami of unemployment and mental issues".
Hibernian confirm trio will leave club at end of contracts
Easter Road trio set to leave when contracts expire.
Philippe Coutinho 'may have played his last game for Bayern Munich'
Philippe Coutinho may not feature for Bayern Munich again this season amid speculation regarding a Premier League move, according to a report.
Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning beat Mickelson, Brady as £16.4m raised for charity
The exhibition match, against Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady, raised 20 million dollars.
Seville derby pencilled in as possible first game back for La Liga
The Spanish top flight is edging towards a resumption.
Real Madrid, PSG still considering bid for Manchester United's Paul Pogba?
Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly considering whether to remain active in the race to sign Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba.
Southampton could be forced to sell star players?
Southampton may reportedly need to sell a number of their key players during the next transfer window.
Manchester United to lose loan striker Odion Ighalo next week?
Odion Ighalo will return to parent club Shanghai Shenhua when his loan deal with Manchester United expires next week, according to a report.
Video Of Pool Party At Missouri’s Lake Of The Ozarks Goes Viral Amid Pandemic
Some social media users have described the sight as “unreal.”
SpaceX’s First-Ever Crewed Spacecraft To Officially Launch This Month
The momentous launch is set on 27 May 2020.
Woman who was raped at Kildare house while she slept says she will be 'alone for the rest of my life'
Victim impact statement heard in court today of effects of the rape
A long-forgotten Kildare captured in archives in National Library
Photographs of life in County Kildare have been digitised and are now freely available online from the National Library of Ireland (NLI). As part of a new initiative entitled Around The Island, the li...
Kildare bog workers join fire services to battle blaze in Donadea
Second large fire this weekend
GDPR at Two: Critics Slam Patchy Enforcement, Sluggish Investigations
GDPR at two: As criticism mounts, how long before signs that the bark of regulators is worse than their bite starts to dilute GDPR's effectiveness?
Belt and Road Initiative affected by COVID-19, but impact is 'temporary': China
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that the demand for public health expansion in view of the COVID-19 all over the world will give a new impetus to project expansion.
Trump bars travellers from Brazil
President Donald Trump on Sunday further limited travel from the world's coronavirus hotspots by denying entry to foreigners coming from Brazil, which is second to the US in the number of
Japan government to lift state of emergency across country
The Japan government on Monday decided to lift the state of emergency for COVID-19 in Tokyo and four other prefectures of the country, the only places where the measure implemented to curb the...
Domestic flights take off amid chaos, confusion
New Delhi: Passengers were seen harried across airports, including the national capital's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), on Monday as many domestic flights were cancelled due to the limit...
Greece resumes island ferry services in bid to salvage tourist season
More than 34 million visitors travelled to Mediterranean country last year
Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong’s special status on law fears
China proposes path to imposing rules used against dissidents on the mainland
UCD rules out fees refund sought by students due to Covid-19 ‘disruption’
Hundreds of international students seek partial rebate due to impact on experience
Bishops speed up preparations to re-open churches for public Masses
Archbishop Diarmuid Martin: ‘We suffer through not being able to celebrate our faith through public worship’
Coronavirus: United States bans travel from Brazil
Latin American country has nearly 350,000 Covid-19 cases with 22,000 deaths
Schrems letter turns up heat on Data Protection Commissioner
There is a pressing need for the regulator to act quickly and effectively to dispel criticism
Man jailed for stealing laptop from ambulance as paramedic cared for patient
Alex Harris pleaded guilty to two charges of burglary and stealing a laptop
‘I will be alone for rest of my life,’ says woman raped as she slept
Man (38) found guilty of 2017 attack on victim in Co Kildare
Case of Irishman allegedly murdered in Australia mentioned in court
Police believe Cian English (19), from Carlow, fell trying to evade men trying to rob him
Tributes to Irish teen pour in as three charged with his murder in Australia
Cian English (19), from Carlow, died following fall from Gold Coast apartment
CAO decision time: What should you study at college?
Students have until July 1st to submit their final third level course options to the CAO
Three accused of attack and false imprisonment of man in Co Louth
Men also accused of demanding €50,000 with menaces and of robbing a passport
Coronavirus in South Africa: President Ramaphosa warns outbreak will get worse
Lockdown measures to be further eased from start of June despite surge in cases
Hair salons could safely reopen at end of June, industry body says
Federation calls for earlier reopening with strict health restrictions in place
Locals protest over hedgerow cutting – in National Biodiversity Week
Council workers moved on to cut grass only
Dominic Cummings controversy: The unanswered questions
Despite backing by Boris Johnson, key details about aide’s breaching of lockdown remain murky
Burundi’s ruling party wins troubled presidential election
Contested victory comes after campaign marked by claims of political violence
Leaving Cert students must register for calculated grades by Thursday evening
Pupils will need PPS and exam numbers to use portal and must confirm level of each subject
Why choose a business course? Creativity, teamwork alongside enterprise
Consider average class size, work experience, project work when choosing your course
CAO Q&A: Everything you need to know about the change of mind process
Brian Mooney on how to approach the CAO process and get your course choice right
Woman targeted in lockdown bag snatch as she looks in boot of car
She had her bag swiped off her shoulder as she looked in the boot of her car
Car sent to be crushed by police after it was 'used to try and steal other vehicles'
The Honda Jazz was en route to be destroyed after the driver failed to stop for officers on Bank Holiday Monday
Watch huge crowd flout Covid-19 laws with street corner party in Sparkbrook
Two police officers can be seen trying to break up the gathering under the current lockdown laws in shocking footage
Watch screams as violence sparks outside newsagents after axe attack on shop worker
A large group of men were seen kicking a man and striking him with batons in the middle of the road outside Zain News in Small Heath
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months
For the first time in more than two months, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made an in-person appearance for Memorial Day.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Many states said the logistics, costs and manpower needs are too great to test all residents and staff in a two-week window.
Businesses changing restrooms as they move to reopen
Businesses are now having to consider how they’ll need to change up their restrooms as they move to reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic.
NHL will allow players to train in small groups in Phase 2 of return to play plan
In the second phase of its reopening plan, the NHL said Monday that it will allow clubs to reopen their training facilities and permit small groups of players to train at the same time.
Louisiana state trooper dies from injuries suffered in on-duty crash
A Louisiana state trooper has died after being struck by a police car while removing a tire deflation device that had flattened the tires of a suspect's car.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Police: New Jersey nurse attacked, nearly kidnapped by man she treated at hospital
A New Jersey nurse was attacked and terrorized by a man who she treated at her hospital the day before, according to police.
Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity
President Trump is demanding that North Carolina’s governor sign off on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward with full attendance despite the ongoing pandemic.
Video shows racially-charged rant, 911 call over man allegedly asking woman to leash dog in NY park
The video shows the woman claim the man is threatening her life, though he's not heard uttering any threats in the video.
William Small, 'hero to journalism' at CBS, NBC, dies at 93
During a six-decade career, Small supervised, guided and in some cases hired generations of some of the best-known reporters and anchors in television news.
Federal coronavirus testing plan puts burden on states
The 81-page document from the Department of Health and Human Services comes as the U.S. death toll from the pandemic is approaching 100,000.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
US Air Force ends height restrictions in hopes of attracting more female pilots
Air Force officials said that aircrafts were largely built for males, and made things more challenging for female applicants.
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic
With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on the streets, making them easy targets for thieves.
Video shows racially-charged rant, 911 call over man allegedly asking woman to leash dog in NY park
The video shows the woman claim the man is threatening her life, though he's not heard uttering any threats in the video.
CDC: As restaurants reopen, scavenging rodents could become aggressive
As restaurants closed nationwide, the supply of food for some rodents was cut off, especially in dense, commercial areas.
Love Island's Arabella Chi turned down One Direction's Niall Horan
Arabella Chi has revealed she turned down Niall Horan after he slid into her DMs following her split from fellow Love Island star Wes Nelson.
Nicola McLean reveals she was sexually assaulted by a masseur in her own home
She wants to let those suffering know they can escape from abuse
Dan Osborne breaks social media silence to share pictures of his kids
He and wife Jac Jossa are reported to be living apart
Miriam Margolyes clarifies controversial remarks about 'greedy' Australians
She sparked complaints earlier this month with Boris Johnson comments
Anita Rani receives overwhelming support after sharing miscarriage news
Anita Rani opened up about her devastating loss
Dominic Cummings fails to apologise and has no regrets over flouting lockdown rules
Downing Street senior aide Dominic Cummings arrived at his own press conference to explain his widely condemned actions during lockdown 30 minutes late.
Chromebook to win most in Japan purchase program, says Digitimes Research
The Japanese government will begin a JPY300 billion (US$2.786 billion) plan to purchase mobile computing devices to cope with urgent demand for remote study triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, with Chromebooks likely to emerge as the favorite thanks to their advantages in hardware and software costs as well as local industry support.
POS device makers coping with pandemic
POS (point of sale/service) device makers Flytech Technology, Posiflex Technology and Partner Tech have enhanced added-value for and extended application of their products to cope with negative impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to industry sources.
Pachinko upgrades to boost NAND flash demand
Upgrades in Japanese-made pachinko game machines are set to play a driver of NAND flash demand growth in 2020, according to industry sources.
Moving production lines out of China is uneasy
Taiwan-based electronic component supply chain makers have come under pressue to move production lines out of China in the wake of the US-China trade war and coronavirus pandemic, but they have claimed relocation is not easy mainly because of the high cost incurred.
Globalfoundries to implement ITAR and strict security assurances at New York fab
Globalfoundries has announced plans to implement export control security measures at its most advanced manufacturing facility, Fab 8, in Malta, New York. GF will bring its Fab 8 facility into compliance with both the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) standards and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), making the company the most advanced ITAR foundry in the country.
Test Research upbeat about 1H20
Test Research (TRI), which provides automatic test and inspection tool solutions, has landed a pull-in of orders for networking and server applications since the fourth quarter of 2019. The order pull-in momentum is expected to persist throughout the first half of 2020, according to the Taiwan-based company.
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Microsoft's Surface Pro X discounted up to $449.01 in Amazon's Deal of the Day
Amazon is currently offering up to 35% off the Surface Pro X with its Deal of the Day. So you will only have the chance to get them at these prices today. They start at $749.99 for the base model.
UK takes another look at Huawei's position in 5G networks
The UK has decided to conduct a review of the impacts of allowing Huawei to remain in the UK's 5G networks. It comes just days after the United States prevented Huawei from buying TSMC chips.
Google is testing dark mode for Search on the web through a Chrome flag on Android
Google is testing a new dark mode for the Google search page on the web on Android. However, enabling the feature requires users to enable a hidden flag on Chrome's Canary and Dev versions.
Samsung Galaxy Note20+ design revealed in leaked renders
The first set of renders of the Samsung Galaxy Note20+ has leaked showing its design and rear camera layout. The device will measure 165 x 77.2 x 7.6mm. It is expected to launch in August.
Apple serves dozens of repeat app updates on the App Store to fix recent app launch issues
After users began reporting the inability to open some apps on iOS and iPadOS last week, Apple is releasing dozens of repeat updates for apps in the App Store likely to fix certificate issues.
HP releases fix through Windows Update for issue causing BSOD for certain PCs
HP has released a fix through Windows Update for the 'KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED' issue that causes devices to blue screen. Reports increased after this month's Patch Tuesday updates.
Google is injecting web search results in the YouTube search UI on Android for some users
YouTube is testing a way of injecting web search results in YouTube's Android app's search results UI. The section sits below the video results and could be a very limited test for now.
Sherlock Holmes origin story game by The Sinking City studio coming in 2021
Frogwares has announced Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One, an open-world adventure game that will introduce a young Sherlock Holmes to showcase his origin story before his consulting detective venture.
Microsoft Edge's immersive reader gets translation support
Microsoft has introduced the support for translation in immersive reader for Canary and Dev Insider channels. Immersive reader is one of the features that Microsoft carried over from the Legacy Edge.
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The Motorola razr's successor may come with a Snapdragon 765, 8GB of RAM
After it revived the razr brand with its first foldable phone earlier this year, Motorola is reportedly planning a successor and significantly improved specs, as well as support for 5G.
OnePlus to reportedly call its truly wireless earbuds the 'OnePlus Buds'
A new leak on Twitter suggests that OnePlus will call its truly wireless earbuds the 'OnePlus Buds'. The device's design is similar to that of the AirPods and is expected to be launched in July.
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Jeff Koinange: 2 Stories That Convinced Me to Quit NBC News [VIDEO]
Having secured a dream post at one of America's leading media houses, the outspoken journalists confessed to finding it hard to even consider...
Gov Sonko Rescue Team Members Arrested On 10th Anniversary [PHOTOS & VIDEO]
The squad was arrested while distributing gods as they celebrated their anniversary at the...
Family Poisoned by Fake Ruto Donation
A family was treated after they were poisoned by donations branded William Ruto Foundation...
Betty Kyallo Opens Up On Getting Another Baby [VIDEO]
The popular anchor, a mother of one daughter, Ivanna, revealed her plan to soon get a second child with...
Govt Speaks on Covid-19 Vaccine Trials on 400 Medics
The government responded on Covid-19 vaccine trials set to be conducted on 400 Kenyan medics...
Citizen TV's Waihiga Mwaura Rescues Evicted Family From Streets [VIDEO]
The Citizen TV anchor was undertaking an investigative report on the evictions in Kariobangi North, Nairobi when he encountered a mother and...
Another Kenyan Plane Shot at in Somalia
Voice of America (VOA) Somali correspondent Harun Maruf claimed that initial reports pointed at...
Babu Owino's Heated Interview With Anne Kiguta Sparks Outrage [VIDEO]
The heated interview saw Kiguta relentlessly press the lawmaker over the shooting of Felix Oringa aka DJ Evolve, frustrating Babu who...
Viral Baringo Girl: Photographer Reveals Latest Development [PHOTOS]
The young girl caught the attention of Kenyans who were stunned by a series of shots which showed her in an African...
PLO Lumumba Impresses With Karate Skills [VIDEO]
Ditching his suit and tie, the former Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission (KACC) head donned a white Karategi, complete with a...
Former MP's Mother Collapses After Govt Demolishes Her House
The woman, 95, collapsed after the government moved to demolish her house as she watched in...
Churchill Comedian Recounts Selling Chang'aa to Survive [VIDEO]
Speaking to Daniel 'Churchill' Ndambuki, the veteran comedian confessed to having had to...
Virgin Orbit fails on 1st rocket launch attempt
The inaugural launch had appeared to be going well until moments after the rocket was dropped from beneath the left wing of the jumbo jet dubbed Cosmic Girl.
Without full capacity, Trump threatens to pull GOP meeting from NC
President Donald Trump threatened Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state’s Democratic governor doesn’t immediately sign off on allowing a f...
Biden leaves home to make 1st in-person appearance in 2 months
Since abruptly canceling a March 10 rally in Cleveland at the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee has waged much of his campaign from his home in Wilm...
Zion National Park fills up early Sunday on Memorial Day weekend
Zion National Park’s Scenic Drive was so full Sunday that the park had to close access by 6:30 a.m. and the whole park was full by 11 a.m., the park said.
Clark County election worker tests positive for COVID-19
A worker at the Clark County Election Department’s main office has tested positive for COVID-19.
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler’s dies in Moscow
An alligator that many people believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo.
National parks hope visitors comply with virus measures
As Yellowstone and other national parks end a two-month shutdown due to the coronavirus, park officials ask visitors to take simple precautions: Wash hands, keep a safe distance apart, wear protect...
A Memorial Day like no other commemorated in US
On the weekend that marks the unofficial start of summer, U.S. authorities warned beach-goers to heed social-distancing rules to avoid a resurgence of the disease that has infected 5.4 million peop...
Sisolak to discuss next phase of Nevada’s reopening plan
Gov. Steve Sisolak will discuss the next phase of Nevada’s reopening at a news conference Tuesday evening, according to the governor’s office.
Hey Las Vegas motorists, don’t drive impaired as businesses reopen
As more businesses open up across Nevada, especially ones that serve alcoholic beverages, traffic officials are urging drivers not to get too excited and get behind the wheel impaired.
Stormers coach insists World Cup winner Mbonambi doesn't have 'get out' clause in contract
Dobson added that he has been unhappy with what he called 'inaccurate stories' in South African media regarding some of his players.
Springbok duo have landed in Munster and will play in August inter-provincials
Springbok Rugby World Cup winners RG Snyman and Damian Allende have landed in Munster and will play in the PRO14 inter-provincials slated for August.
George Kruis heading to Japan at the end of this season
England lock George Kruis will end a 12-year association with Saracens at the end of the 2019-20 season and head to Japan.
The latest Brooke off the rugby production line is qualified for England and has just signed his first contract
As Zinzan Brooke prepares for the 25th anniversary of the most remarkable drop goal ever scored at a RWC, the No8 finally has some good news for England.
Report: Springbok lock Mostert to exit Gloucester
Springbok second row Franco Mostert is set for a departure from Gloucester Rugby and is heading to Japan, according to reports coming out of South Africa.
Former British & Irish Lion named as interim chairman of Scottish Rugby
Last month it was announced that Colin Grassie would vacate his positions as chairman and non-executive director at the August 15 AGM.
Hadleigh Parkes' new Japanese club is confirmed
Scarlets have confirmed that 32-year-old Hadleigh Parkes is moving to Japan to join Top League side Panasonic Wild Knights.
The new rugby deal that puts more pressure on Super Rugby's future
Rugby's move towards a private-equity driven future has gathered pace with reports that CVC Capital Partners' splurge into the Pro14 will bring the concept of a club world cup closer to reality.
Eddie Jones wants to have football style run of the touchline
England head coach Eddie Jones is set to adopt a football manager role and start patrolling the touchline, like he had when in Japan.
Leinster take 'unprecedented step' of cancelling sale of 2020/21 season tickets
Leinster were due to put season tickets for the 2020/21 campaign on sale in March, but the renewal was postponed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
'It is hard to overstate what George has given to the club': Saracens confirm Kruis departure
Long-standing Saracens lock George Kruis will end a 12-year association with the club at the end of the 2019-20 season.
Cheetahs utility forward's desire to leave side 'not about money'
The Cheetahs may feel that they have grounds for winning a case, but it appears they have little chance of retaining the loyalty of talented Sintu Manjezi
Dearly departed: 9 big sedans that simply couldn't survive South Africa
After a mere two years, the Volkswagen Arteon has been discontinued in South Africa. We look at other big sedans that failed to survive here...
Audi speedster films himself clocking 325 km/h on a British highway...
The driver of what appears to be an Audi RS6 Avant has filmed himself clocking 325 km/h on a highway in the United Kingdom.
Salmonella found in ‘death dumplings’ that killed a Thai woman
Lab results on Sunday found a dubious dish dubbed “death dumplings” after at least one woman died contained the potentially fatal salmonella bacteria After sale of the dumplings in southeast metro Bangkok was blamed for one death and several...
Weekend Revival: Data shows Bangkok swinging back into action
Every day been feeling the same Good news: The weekend returned to Bangkok as life poured into its streets, bringing a return of activity – and traffic By foot and behind the wheel, people were on the move at levels not seen since early March,...
180 arrested in fresh weekend protests over national security law in Hong Kong
Protesters returned to the streets Sunday as thousands turned out to decry Beijing's planned national security for Hong Kong At least 180 people were arrested in Causeway Bay and Wan Chai for offenses including participating in an authorized...
Egypt plans EGP 19bn investments in petrochemical projects
Cairo - Mubasher: The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources is considering the implementation of 11 new petrochemical projects at a total value of around EGP 19 billion, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Mulla …
A1 Belarus starts 5G standalone test network in Minsk
Mobile operator A1 Belarus has started testing part of its 5G standalone network. The company claims its network is the first standalone 5G network in the country, with no reliance on the operator's LTE network.
A1 Belarus starts 5G standalone test network in Minsk
Mobile operator A1 Belarus has started testing part of its 5G standalone network. The company claims its network is the first standalone 5G network in the country, with no reliance on the operator's LTE network.
NASCAR drivers making the most of time in spotlight
Elliott was cruising toward victory with two laps remaining in the 600 when a caution sent the race to overtime. The five additional laps -- another 7.5 miles -- pushed the longest event on the NASCAR
New Mexico Republicans decry liberal PAC ad in GOP primary
Republicans in New Mexico called Sunday on a liberal Super PAC to pull ads that seek to favor one GOP U.S. House candidate over another.
Severe storm lashes vast expanse of west Australian coast
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm on Monday for the sec
AP FACT CHECK: Faulty Trump claims on virus drug, vote fraud
When President Donald Trump doesn't like the message, he shoots the messenger.
Omaha nursing home reports 8th death from coronavirus
An eighth resident at a western Omaha nursing home has died from COVID-19, as Nebraska health officials reported three new deaths and 145 news cases of the virus.
Indiana reports 354 more confirmed COVID-19 cases
State health officials said Monday that 354 more Indiana residents have been diagnosed with COVID-19, and an additional eight people have died from the disease.
Worker shortage concerns loom in immigrant-heavy meatpacking
When Martha Kebede’s adult sons immigrated from Ethiopia and reunited with her in South Dakota this year, they had few work opportunities.
High school yearbook staff shifts from prom to pandemic
When spring break started back in early March, the Moorhead High School yearbook staff was preparing to document a hectic spring of sports, concerts, prom and graduation. But COVID-19 canceled all tho
Richmond, Collingwood to kick off Aussie rules relaunch
The Australian Football League will open its season reboot with a so-called blockbuster between defending champion Richmond and Collingwood on June 11 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
New York marks 'especially poignant' Memorial Day amid virus
New Yorkers marked Memorial Day with car convoys and small ceremonies instead of big parades as the coronavirus reshaped the solemn holiday, blending tributes to virus victims and frontline workers wi
AP PHOTOS: The clay and the scenes from French Opens past
To tennis fans, Paris in the springtime is all about the French Open and the red clay courts - or “terre battue” - of Roland Garros.
Women's Super League in England canceled because of virus
The top women’s soccer league in England was canceled with immediate effect Monday because of the coronavirus outbreak, with no decision reached on which teams have won the title and been relegated.
An Idaho Appeals court rules judge abused court’s discretion
A 25-year-old Post Falls man who was sentenced to prison three years ago for having sex with a 14-year-old girl got a reprieve this week as a state appellate court ruled the sentencing decision may ha
Federal coronavirus testing plan puts burden on states
The Trump administration’s new strategy for coronavirus testing puts much of the burden on states while promising to provide supplies such as swabs and material to transport specimens.
William Small, 'hero to journalism' at CBS, NBC, dies at 93
Longtime broadcast news executive William J. Small, who led CBS News' Washington coverage during the civil rights movement, Vietnam War and Watergate and was later president of NBC News and United Pre
Officer on leave after video shows him grabbing man by neck
A police officer in Mississippi's capital city is on leave after a video shows the officer holding a man by the neck.
War memorial in Pittsburgh vandalized on Memorial Day eve
Authorities in western Pennsylvania are investigating vandalism of a Pittsburgh war memorial on the eve of Memorial Day.
What Would Have Been: Zack against Mets and Motor City golf
The Major League Baseball season would be about one-third of the way through its 162-game schedule if not for the coronavirus pandemic, and the NBA and NHL would have been closer to crowning their cha
Alabama unemployment system glitches cause claims issue
Some Alabama residents spent the holiday weekend struggling to claim their weekly unemployment benefits.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
Judge: SC voters don't need witness to sign absentee ballot
A federal judge says people voting by absentee ballot in South Carolina don't have to have a witness sign the voting papers.
Number of coronavirus cases remains steady in Montana
No new cases of the coronavirus were reported in Montana on Monday for the fifth straight day, keeping the total number of cases at 479.
Azerbaijan tramples human rights
I was born in Azerbaijan as member of the Armenian minority. Mr. Suleymanov does not write about Azerbaijan as we both know it, because he is a mouthpiece for a dictator (
Florida baseball team lists stadium on AirBnB for $1500
A Florida team is selling people the “ultimate baseball experience” by putting their oceanview stadium up for rent on AirBnB for $1,500 a night.
Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings
The Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer in the U.S. meant big crowds at beaches and warnings from authorities about people disregarding the coronavirus social-distancing rules
Addressing the Chinese threat in the Indo-Pacific area
There is a growing consensus that China represents both a malign economic threat to this nation's security, and a military threat to our interests in Asia and the Pacific over the next 20 years.
Want a greener recovery? Here are three ways to do it
As policymakers search for ways to jumpstart an economic recovery, several members of Congress are renewing a push for a massive green stimulus package.
Germany divided over plans to nix rules despite outbreaks
A spat is brewing between Germany's federal government and state governors over plans by some regional leaders to end pandemic-related restrictions despite fresh clusters of cases across the country.
Health group, community center get $48M endowments in Maine
A health group and community center will receive a combined $48 million in endowments to grow services for central Maine.
SC education leader wants more summer school money
South Carolina's top education official wanted $115 million for summer school programs to get some of the state's most vulnerable students back on track after missing at least 10 weeks of in-person cl
NFL executive Troy Vincent: 'We failed miserably' on pass interference review
Pass interference won't be up for review next season. There's a reason for that, a prominent league executive said.
Running on empty? Charity events wary in time of COVID-19
It wasn't exactly the finish line Ali Riecke had in mind.
Michigan virus cases, deaths rise by a very small margin
Michigan posted small increases in coronavirus cases and COVID-19 deaths Monday.
South Dakota reports 23 new coronavirus cases; no new deaths
The South Dakota Department of Health reported 23 new coronavirus infections on Monday but no new deaths from COVID-19.
In his final days, Ahmaud Arbery's life was at a crossroads
He was at a crossroads, his life stretching out before him, his troubles largely behind him. He had enrolled at South Georgia Technical College, preparing to become an electrician, just like his uncle
Utah has not spent $1.5M on rooms, overflow center for virus
Utah allocated nearly $1.5 million for quarantine lodging and a hospital overflow site for coronavirus treatment but did not use the funds, a state official said.
2020 Watch: Differing views on remaking post-virus economy
Presidential politics move fast. What we’re watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:
Egypt's doctors criticize government over virus 'negligence'
Egypt’s medical union on Monday blamed the government for increasing levels of coronavirus infections and deaths among healthcare professionals, its sharpest criticism yet of the country’s handling of
Delaware governor says beach reopening went well
Delaware Gov. John Carney said Monday he was pleased with the behavior he saw over the holiday weekend as the state's beaches reopened with distancing measures in place.
Poland's president appoints new head of embattled top court
Polish President Andrzej Duda on Monday appointed a judge backed by the right-wing ruling party to be the new head of the Supreme Court, marking apparent victory in years of government efforts to take
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Top medical body tells NRL to slow down plans for spectators
Just two days away from the restart of the National Rugby League season, the Australian Medical Association has urged organizers to slow down in its plans to have spectators in stadiums by July 1 and
Charitable runs, walks learn to adapt to crowd limits
The coronavirus pandemic has forced charities or nonprofit groups to cancel or postpone an untold number of walks and runs that raise money for everything from Alzheimer's to Parkinson's.
'You are not going to die from COVID-19'
Good news (please see the accompanying table)! If you are under 65, in reasonably good health and do not have a vitamin D deficiency, you have only a tiny chance of dying from COVID-19. And if you are
Isolating away from family a 'hot topic' as NHL plots return
Young and single, Thatcher Demko has plenty of time on his hands, with little to do. Quarantining to play hockey wouldn’t be a problem for the Vancouver Canucks goalie.
Stormy weather puts damper on SpaceX's 1st astronaut launch
Stormy weather is threatening to delay SpaceX’s first astronaut launch.
China demands US withdraw sanctions on tech suppliers
China demand Monday that Washington withdraw export sanctions imposed on Chinese companies in the latest round of a worsening conflict over technology, security and human rights.
Ilhan Omar believes Tara Reade -- and she's voting for Biden anyway
Rep. Ilhan Omar became the most prominent Democrat to say she believes Tara Reade's sex-assault accusations against presumed Democratic presidential nominee Joseph R. Biden.
Healthy George Karl starts podcast, may someday coach again
Truth: George Karl hasn’t felt this healthy in 15, maybe even 20 years. He’s playing plenty of golf, bike riding and finding time for yoga.
Boy who drowned at Grand Isle identified as Hammond teen
Police say a Hammond teen drowned at Grand Isle on Saturday, with two other family members hospitalized after getting caught in strong currents.
Lyon boss asks PM to reconsider early end of French season
Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas is asking French authorities to backpedal on their decision to end the football season prematurely amid the coronavirus pandemic.
1 more death, 40 new cases of COVID-19 in North Dakota
Health officials said Monday another person has died from the coronavirus in North Dakota and 40 additional people have tested positive for COVID-19.
Americans finding ways to stay active while keeping distance
Vicki L. Friedman always wanted to play golf with her adult sons but until this spring couldn’t find time to learn the game and practice.
Iowa sees Sunday surge of COVID-19 deaths, confirmed cases
Iowa saw a surge of COVID-19 deaths and coronavirus cases over a 36-hour period, with 10 additional deaths and 436 new cases confirmed by midday Monday.
NHL plans move to small-group training as Phase 2 of return
The NHL hopes to have players back in team facilities soon -- with plenty of precautions.
Tyson Foods worker, 44, dies after long battle with COVID-19
An employee at the Tyson Foods plant in Waterloo, Iowa, died Monday after battling the coronavirus during a six-week hospitalization that was chronicled and widely followed online.
'It's definitely weird:' How the Redskins are adapting to learning new playbook over Zoom
From noon to 2 p.m., Jonathan Allen sits in meetings that would normally be held inside the Redskins' practice facility. But instead, the Redskins defensive lineman is now like everybody else who has
UW Medicine to furlough about 4,000 workers
UW Medicine announced furloughs of about 4,000 members of its unionized workforce in spite of the healthcare-system’s position at the forefront of COVID-19 response efforts both locally and globally.
Sioux Falls teachers say goodbye to long-empty classrooms
Language Arts teacher Tracie Robinson sat cross-legged in the hallway outside her classroom at Memorial Middle School. A list of names and locker numbers lay to her left and a stack of paper bags to h
New Mexico governor blocks plans to reopen drive-in theater
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has blocked the reopening of a popular northern New Mexico drive-in movie theater despite city officials believing they had the OK.
Distant Memorial Day events as Georgians fill beaches, parks
It was a Memorial Day for distant ceremonies in Georgia, even as officials worked to contain crowds at parks and beaches amid concerns about the further spread of the coronavirus.
Military continues to boost Hawaii economy during virus
U.S. military spending continues to be a pillar of Hawaii's economy as the Department of Defense has so far proved resistant to the financial impact of the coronavirus.
Indonesian choreographers provide digital stage for dancers
Before the coronavirus pandemic arrived, 2020 seemed fated to be a great year for Siko Setyanto’s dance career: touring Germany and South Korea, performances in Indonesia, classes and more classes.
Council members could ban smoking in bars in Louisiana city
City leaders in northwest Louisiana will consider banning smoking in bars.
Joe Harvey, former New Mexico state senator, dies at 80
Joe Harvey, a former Democratic state senator in New Mexico, who also served as Hobbs city manager for 23 years, died this month.
In race for tourism, Greece reopens cafes, island ferries
Greece restarted regular ferry services to its islands Monday, and cafes and restaurants were also back open for business as the country accelerated efforts to salvage its tourism season.
This Week: New home sales, US GDP, consumer spending
A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week:
Spike in coronavirus cases in Oregon traced to gatherings
A spike in reported coronavirus cases in Redmond last week has been tied to family and social gatherings in the area.
Oklahoma reports 2 more deaths linked to the coronavirus
Oklahoma health officials reported another 53 cases of COVID-19 and two more deaths linked to the disease caused by the coronavirus Monday.
Ex-Pirates infielder Kang banned 1 year by Korean league
The Korean Baseball Organization has suspended ex-Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang for a year and ordered him to perform 300 hours of community service over a series drunk driving cases.
Hamlin crew members suspended four races over tungsten drop
NASCAR on Monday suspended three critical crew members for Denny Hamlin's team because a piece of tungsten fell off his car on the pace lap before the Coca-Cola 600.
Global shares rise on hopes for economies' gradual reopening
Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Gucci, Saint Laurent seek radical redo of fashion calendars
Gucci and Saint Laurent are two of the highest profile luxury fashion houses to announce they will leave the fashion calendar behind, with its relentless four-times-a-year rhythm, shuttling cadres of
Arizona child care centers struggle to survive during virus
Less than a third of Arizona’s preschools and child care centers remain open as the industry struggles with the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Spanish clubs allowed to train with groups of up 14 players
Spanish league clubs are allowed to train with groups of up to 14 players as the league stays on track to restart in less than three weeks.
SpaceX brings renewed expectations to crewed space exploration
Americans were not meant to sit on their hands with their feet up on the coffee table. Our forebears of more than 10 generations took leaps of faith -- some by ship, some by foot and some by airplane
California issues guidelines for church reopenings
Religious services in California will look much different under rules unveiled Monday that limit attendance to 100 people and recommend worshippers wear masks, limit singing and refrain from shaking h
US communities face tough choices on opening public pools
Public pools will look very different this summer if they open at all with the coronavirus threat still looming, as teenage lifeguards will be tasked with maintaining social distancing and spotting CO
Asia Today: Philippines trying to ease quarantine congestion
As about 24,000 Filipinos who lost their jobs abroad are being transported by land, sea or air to their provincial homes, the president warned local officials not to refuse them entry out of coronavir
New Orleans: Concern over coronavirus in Hispanic community
New Orleans officials are sounding the alarm after data from neighborhood testing showed that the city's Hispanic community is being disproportionately infected with the coronavirus.
Muslims in India, Bangladesh celebrate Eid subdued by virus
Muslims in India and Bangladesh joined prayers to celebrate a subdued Eid-al Fitr on Monday, marking the end of the Ramadan holy month by seeking blessings for a world free from coronavirus.
Farmers, ranchers adapt to new eating routines amid pandemic
“We woke up one day, and all the restaurants were closed. All of them,” said Felix Florez, the owner of Black Hill Ranch, a hog farm in Cypress. Just like that, the coronavirus pandemic changed his bu
Michiganders hold $50M in unredeemed bottle, can deposits
Fifty million dollars is a whole lot of dimes.
Governors can not ignore state constitutions to impose COVID-19 restrictions
When the Wisconsin Supreme Court found an extension of Gov. Tony Evers' lockdown unconstitutional, the governor blamed a
Arkansas reports 107 new cases of coronavirus, 1 more death
Arkansas health officials reported 107 new cases of COVID-19 Monday and one additional death linked to the disease caused by coronavirus.
Ewing out of hospital after being treated for COVID-19
Georgetown basketball coach and former NBA great Patrick Ewing has been released from the hospital and is recovering from COVID-19 at home, his son said Monday.
UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrict
Pritzker issues rules as Illinois prepares for reopening
Barbers and their customers will have to wear face masks. Restaurants will be able to serve diners outdoors only, with parties no larger than six people, spaced apart. And youth sports may hold practi
PGA, NFL stars attract nearly 6 million viewers in TV match
Two of the biggest names from the PGA Tour and the NFL proved to be must-see TV.
WHO halts hydroxychloroquine trial over safety fears
The World Health Organization said that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine - the malaria drug U.S. President Trump said he is taking - from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatme
Why Washington should rush more economic aid to the states
The economy is in more dire straits than Washington politicians behave, and they need to put aside their partisan agendas and fencing on Twitter to save it.
Japanese baseball season to start on June 19 without fans
Japan’s professional baseball season will open on June 19 under a plan that excludes fans.
Some visit Mississippi attractions as COVID-19 rules ease
With water parks and amusement parks reopen in Mississippi, visitors at one Gulf Coast attraction said they believed they were safe from coronavirus infection.
Man killed in standoff with deputies in northwest Montana
Montana authorities say a man was killed following an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement officers in the northwest part of the state.
Mom charged after she doesn't note missing child for hours
A northeast Louisiana woman is jailed on child desertion charges after police say her 2-year-old was found wandering alone.
Keselowski wins 600 to extend Johnson's losing streak
Brad Keselowski, in a contract year and trying to up his value in free agency, gave Roger Penske a victory on what should have been the most celebrated day in motorsports but was instead just a 6-plus
Chinese Congress Reviews National Blockchain Fund Bill
A bill to create a specialized national blockchain fund was submitted to China's congress during the annual 'Two Sessions'.
Greyscale is Buying Bitcoin At Record Rates: $29.9M Per Week, & Growing
Greyscale is thought to have purchased "2/3rd of all supply of newly minted Bitcoin" in the 100 days before May 17th.
UBS to Create Fintech-Specific Venture Fund
UBS Group, a Swiss investment banking giant, is creating a venture capital fund with a corpus of hundreds of millions of dollars of its own fund.
Telegram Withdraws US Court Appeal for TON Launch
After wrapping up its blockchain project, Telegram has now officially withdrawn from the court battle against the SEC for lifting the ban on Gram tokens.
Bitcoin Miners in Sichuan Province Ordered to Shut Down in ‘Orderly Manner’
The Chinese province is said to be home to roughly 10 percent of Bitcoin's global hash power.
Binance Adds ETH and XRP Options Contracts
Crypto exchange giant Binance announced on Monday the addition of Ethereum and XRP options trading facility.
Father killed, son injured in Bandipora road accident
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District admin Pulwama launched Corona Rath to aware people about COVID -19
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Elderly lawyer dies of Covid-19, JK toll rises to 22
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Four more test positive for COVID-19 in Ladakh, tally crosses 50-mark
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IGP Kashmir takes stock of law and order situation
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Elaborate arrangements made at Srinagar airport as air travel service resumes
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Ewing out of hospital after being treated for COVID-19
The 57-year-old Hall of Famer, who played for the Hoyas in college and the New York Knicks in the NBA, announced Friday that he had tested positive for the coronavirus and was being treated at a hospital.
La. state trooper dies of injuries, marking first LSP line of duty death since 2015
Louisiana State Police (LSP) Trooper George Baker, 33, died Sunday, May 24, surrounded by a vigil of family, friends, and fellow troopers, his colleagues said.
UPDATED: Ochsner LSU Health announces expanded COVID-19 testing May 26-29
Community members will receive their test results within 24-72 hours.
Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots
Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.
UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing
WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that in light of a paper published last week in the Lancet that showed people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems, there would be “a temporary pause” on the hydroxychloroquine arm of its global clinical trial.
Man accused of abusing, killing dog in Ouachita Parish
Authorities have arrested a man accused of animal cruelty in Ouachita Parish.
Crowds pack pool bar at Lake of the Ozarks amid pandemic
It's business per usual at the Lake of the Ozarks. Businesses stay busy with out-of-towners vacationing over Memorial Day Weekend.
Woman accused of child desertion in Ouachita Parish
Police have arrested a woman accused of child desertion in Ouachita Parish.
People flock to Mississippi Gulf Coast for Memorial Day
Memorial Day turned out to be busy as people returned to Mississippi beaches.
Branson’s Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt
The inaugural launch had appeared to be going well until moments after the rocket was dropped from beneath the left wing of the jumbo jet dubbed Cosmic Girl.
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style 'Right Stuff' capsule.
Derbyshire MPs react to Dominic Cummings' statement
'My constituents will think that it is one rule for them and another for the rest'
Derbyshire man 'sworn at and abused' for trying to social distance
He was out walking with his father when the incident happened
Man in his 40s stabbed inside Derby shop
Police were called to Normanton Road
No new cases of coronavirus recorded in Derby
Sadly two more deaths were reported at our local hospitals
Driver freed by firefighters after crash in Derbyshire street
They were getting treatment from paramedics
Footballers should be honest, Kirunda once said
I remember in our days, we had a jolly coach called Peter Okee. Rather than tense us up, he used to tell us to enjoy ourselves, said former Cranes captain Jimmy...
String of multimillion shilling defamation awards against publishers worrying
The huge financial awards could potentially limit the ability of the media to exercise their traditional roles as watchdogs.
Ideology, strategy key in securing our development - Museveni
The President was yesterday delivering a lecture to senior military officers at the Senior Staff and Command College, Kimaka in Jinja.
Prudential Uganda donates sh300m for COVID-19 food relief
The donation will feed the most vulnerable and poor who have been greatly affected by the lockdown, many of whom live on less than a dollar a day.
Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash
Qatar's version goes considerably further - it forces Android users to permit access to their picture and video galleries, while also allowing the app to make unprompted...
Health experts explain how to avoid fresh wave of coronavirus
Health ministry Permanent Secretary, Dr Diana Atwine, says the easing of restrictions is a welcome move for them as health professionals but urges Ugandans not to...
Museveni to open face mask factory in Mukono
The company currently employs over 200 Ugandans, who have been trained in the production of face masks.
Vendors evicted from Mulungu landing site
The increased water levels in Lake Victoria left the market submerged, posing a health challenge to traders.
Uganda starts exporting mobile phones
The company, which employs 400 workers, is currently assembling and manufacturing 2,500 phones per day but has plans to double its capacity and recruit more workers....
Uganda registers 14 more COVID-19 cases from community
“All new cases are contacts to previously confirmed truck drivers. All contacts were under quarantine at the time of test,” the Ministry of Health said.
Hotel owners fight to save jobs during COVID-19 crisis
As we speak, hotel occupancy rates have plummeted to less than 5% in the entire country
Eight feared dead in Lake Albert water accident
The accident happened on Sunday evening, according to Julius Hakiza, the police spokesman for Albertine region.
KCCA should partner with Kiira Motors on city buses project
It is proposed that special lanes will be put in place for the Eco- (sic) electric and combustion fuel efficient buses starting at the City Square in a ring road...
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Many states said the logistics, costs and manpower needs are too great to test all residents and staff in a two-week window.
Businesses changing restrooms as they move to reopen
Businesses are now having to consider how they’ll need to change up their restrooms as they move to reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic.
NHL will allow players to train in small groups in Phase 2 of return to play plan
In the second phase of its reopening plan, the NHL said Monday that it will allow clubs to reopen their training facilities and permit small groups of players to train at the same time.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Police investigating deadly trooper-involved shooting on Loop 101
The incident occurred just before 6 a.m. along Loop 101 near Tatum Boulevard.
PD: Bicyclist hit, killed after collision near Pima and Happy Valley roads
Scottsdale police a male bicyclist has died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday morning.
Valley doctor walking 125 miles for patients
A Valley doctor hopes to raise awareness for patient care one mile at a time.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
WHO to temporarily stop study of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19
WHO says it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date.
Suspect sought after man shot, killed near L-202 and 44th Street
Police are asking for help from the community after a homicide in Phoenix Sunday.
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic
With more people than ever staying home to lessen the spread of COVID-19, their sedans, pickup trucks and SUVs are parked unattended on the streets, making them easy targets for thieves.
GP Austria still not final: 'We are still evaluating the safety plan'
For some time now everyone has been assuming that the season will start on July 5th, but these races have still not been officially confirmed either.
Massa aware of Schumacher's condition: "I am praying for his return"
It is now six and a half years ago that seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher ended up in a tragic skiing accident. The German's family still lets very little out about his situation. Former F1 driver Felipe Massa was recently visiting and now is praying for his recovery. The Brazilian talks about a difficult phase.
Heidfeld: ''No one benefits if Vettel goes to Mercedes''
The future of Sebastian Vettel is still uncertain for the time being. The German is leaving Ferrari, but has not yet announced what he will do in 2021. However, according to his fellow German, a switch to Mercedes is unrealistic.
Praise for Ferrari acquisition Sainz: ''I'm not suddenly the first driver''
From 2021 Carlos Sainz will be Charles Leclerc's new teammate at Ferrari. The Monegask has been with the Italian team for some time by then and seems to be taking the lead, but he himself does not speak of a number one role.
Teams are only allowed to bring 80 staff at season start 2020
The Formula 1 races that are held behind closed doors are referred to as 'closed events' when the championship starts with the 2020 season.
Ricciardo also looks at other series: "It would be great to race there"
Now that Daniel Ricciardo will be the new man at McLaren from 2021, he may have the opportunity to test out other racing classes. The Bathurst 1000 seems to be on his wish list for some time now.
Horner looks at it calmly: "Let's not forget that Mercedes has a place''
While most teams had their phones red-hot because of the driver's carousel, Christian Horner was able to watch all the news. Red Bull Racing has already coloured the future and doesn't need a new driver.
Abiteboul believes in F1 project: ''This will be good for us too''
Renault is in heavy weather. According to several sources, the French car manufacturer has to cut back considerably and it cannot be ruled out that the Formula 1 team will suffer as a result. However, Cyril Abiteboul doesn't think so.
Hamilton thought about stopping with racing: 'The hell with it'
Lewis Hamilton is currently at his strongest. After winning his sixth title, 2020 would be the year in which he rivals Michael Schumacher for the seventh. For the time being, 2020 hasn't started yet due to the coronavirus and that made the British think about quitting.
'New engines from 2025, but until then restrictions on engine development'
In 2014, V6-hybrid engines made their appearance in Formula 1, but these hybrid engines won't stay in the sport for to long. According to Racefans.net, there will be new engine regulations in Formula 1 in 2025.
Minardi: 'There's a rumor that Mercedes is putting it up for sale'
The F1 world is buzzing with rumours about Mercedes. Not only what the driver duo will look like next year, but also whether there will still be a Mercedes after 2021 is doubtful. Former F1 boss Giancarlo Minardi supports that latest news with more rumours. Mercedes will most likely only continue as an engine supplier.
Organization Russian Grand Prix wants to organize first race with public
After Japan, Russia is now also letting us know that it would like to organize a Grand Prix with an audience. Where the first races in Europe are still without an audience, Russia wants to organize a race with an audience.
Seidl is the ideal guy for McLaren. ''They can go back to the top''
As the new team boss of McLaren, Andreas Seidl fell with his nose in 2019. After years of setbacks, 2019 was not so bad and McLaren was 'best of the rest'. Coincidence or did Seidl have a hand in this right away?
FIA launches regulation breach hotline within motorsport
The FIA has launched a hotline accessible to everyone. Through the hotline, people can report rule violations within motorsports when they see or suspect that integrity or ethical sporting rules are being violated.
Casement Park: No agreement on £33m funding gap says Stormont
STORMONT has still not agreed how to plug a £33 million funding gap plaguing the Casement Park stadium project.
Southbank Centre at risk of closure until April 2021 due to financial pressure
The arts organisation has called for further Government support.
'Genuine danger' Covid-19 could spread again as lockdown lifted, Nicola Sturgeon warns
Nicola Sturgeon has warned there is a "genuine danger" that Covid-19 will begin to spread again as lockdown measures are lifted.
Easyjet customers to sue over data breach
EASYJET is to be sued by customers in Northern Ireland impacted by a major data breach, it emerged.
Green Party leader not ruling out Tanaiste role in next government
Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has said he has not ruled out becoming tanaiste in a coalition government with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael.
Tax opportunities and tax risk management strategies during a crisis
QUESTION: I have had to furlough most of my staff as my business has had very little turnover over the last two months.
Anthony Horowitz says writers for young adults have a duty to be optimistic
He said that authors have to “believe in” the future of their young audiences.
Coronavirus: 8 more lives lost as deaths of confirmed Covid-19 patients reach 514
A further eight people who tested positive for coronavirus have died, according to the Department of Health.
Durham Police examining more Dominic Cummings complaints
The force said today that they received further information and complaints from the public and they are reviewing and examining the new information.
Co Down-born pharmacist who died suddenly from heart condition went 'above and beyond for people'
THE family of a Co Down-born pharmacist who died suddenly from a heart condition just two weeks after he was told he was at the top of the transplant list, have told of their heartbreak.
Addiction centre concern at drop in people seeking help in lockdown
ONE of Northern Ireland’s main addiction treatment centres has voiced concerns at a massive drop-off in the numbers of people seeking help - despite a huge rise in alcohol sales.
Fire at Bombardier plant being treated as accidental
A fire at the Bombardier Aerospace plant in Belfast is being treated as accidental.
Algorithmic selling risk of your money
OVER my last 32 years, I have seen many a ‘latest fashion’ encourage investors to run toward emptying their bank accounts.
Anne Hailes: At Home For Heroes promises to be a fabulous evening of local music
RICHARD Yarr is not a big-headed man; however, he can wear a dozen hats at one time, such is his skill.
Interim victims' commissioner will consider his 'situation' over damaging leak
The Interim Victims' Commissioner said he will consider his "situation" if he is found to be culpable for a major data breach which led to hundreds of victims of historical institutional abuse having their identities exposed.
Man's death in north Belfast treated as 'suspicious' by police
THE death of a man whose body was discovered in a house in north Belfast is being treated by police as
Six of the best Derry footballers to hang up the boots in the last decade
Six of the best Oak Leafers to hang up the boots in the last decade...
Tori Amos ‘grieving' for music industry during pandemic
Musicians face a ‘complex conundrum', according to the US singer-songwriter.
Celtic better under Lennon than Rodgers says Foundation chief
CELTIC FC Foundation Chief Executive Tony Hamilton believes that Neil Lennon had got the team playing even better football than in the Brendan Rodgers era.
Co Armagh priest gives parishioners a 'lift' with online Irish dancing display
FIRST it was The Sash at Sunday Mass in Fermanagh, now it's the Co Armagh clergy getting in on the act with Irish dancing.
For hard-pressed savers, it's like setting your banknotes alight . . .
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? One means you are probably losing money, the other means you could be gaining.
No new coronavirus deaths in Republic of Ireland
The Republic of Ireland has reported no newThe Republic of Ireland has reported no new coronavirus deaths for the first time since March. coronavirus deaths for the first time since March.
I'm not very good at being soothing says Bake Off: The Professionals host Tom Allen
YOU can expect the new series of Bake Off: The Professionals to be the most theatrical yet.
Coronavirus: Impact of easing restrictions in the Republic 'to become clear this week'
The Minister for Health said it will become clear later this week whether the easing of restrictions has led to more cases of Covid-19 in the Republic.
Dominic Cummings in untenable position
If a senior Stormont figure, regardless of party affiliations, was found to have travelled some 260 miles to the other end of Ireland at a stage when their partner had Covid-19 symptoms, in clear contravention of the lockdown rules, a resignation or dismissal would surely have been inevitable.
Leo Varadkar denies breaching guidelines during Pheonix Park downtime
Leo Varakar has denied breaching Covid-19 guidelines, after he was pictured socialising in Pheonix Park with friends at the weekend.
Talks ongoing for 'new management' at Clifton Nursing Home after 9 deaths from Covid-19
THE Department of Health has said that "an alternative provider" has come forward which could mean residents at Clifton Nursing Home in north Belfast may not have to be relocated.
Fire crews last night tackling major fire in east Belfast
FIRE crews were last night tackling a major fire in east Belfast.
Another day in Paradise? Tony Hamilton and the Celtic FC Foundation's work
Celtic FC Foundation chief executive Tony Hamilton has a great sense of humour – just ask his eldest son – but his work involves the serious business of helping those in great need.
Charles tells how he converted police bodyguard to classical music
The Prince of Wales will speak about his love of classical music during two programmes broadcasting on Monday and Tuesday.
Leo Varadkar hails ‘day of hope' as no new Covid-19 deaths reported in Republic of Ireland
The Republic of Ireland has recorded no new Covid-19 deaths for the first time since March.
Appeal for people not to flock to seaside towns amid upsurge in visits
THERE have been appeals from police for people not to flock to seaside towns amid an upsurge in visits over the weekend.
Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings say coronavirus affected their eyesight
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that his own eyesight was affected by coronavirus
Police asked to investigate Dominic Cummings over coronavirus lockdown trip
Durham Police has been asked to "establish the facts concerning any potential breach of the law" surrounding Dominic Cummings' visit to the county.
Calls for public Masses 'grossly irresponsible' says Irish priests' group
A GROUP representing Catholic Priests in Ireland has warned against