Senate joins House of Commons in extending suspension until mid-June

OTTAWA - The Senate is staying closed for two more weeks, not planning to sit again until June 16.The upper chamber is following the lead of the House of Co

Senate joins House of Commons in extending suspension until mid-June

OTTAWA — The Senate is staying closed for two more weeks, not planning to sit again until June 16.

COVID-19 shock on Nigeria, multiple ― Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said that the shocks of the ravaging COVID-19 pandemic on Nigeria especially on its economy.

How to beat COVID-19, by Buhari - The Nation Nigeria

President Muhammadu Buhari has said the support of developed countries and international financial organisations to poorer countries ...

Oman hospital evacuated due to tropical depression

People urged to shun low areas, wadis

Sadah Hospital evacuated as centre of tropical depression moves towards Dhofar

The centre of the tropical depression is likely to move towards the coast of Dhofar Governorate with the ability to intensify further and crossing the coast during the coming hours.

Minister Shahine Robinson fighting cancer

MINISTER of Labour and Social Security Shahine Robinson is seriously ill, a Jamaica Obser...

Labour and Social Security Minister Shahine Robinson has died

Labour and Social Security Minister Shahine Robinson has died after ailing with cancer for some time.

Taoiseach sets ‘hard deadline’ for government formation talks

Government formation talks on education have been called “detailed, but productive', as delegations from Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the Green Party work to meet a “hard deadline” set down by the Taoiseach.

Varadkar says end of June is 'hard deadline' for forming government

TAOISEACH Leo Varadkar has said the end of June is becoming a "hard deadline" for the formation of a new government.

Those involved in Kinahan crime group were paid €20,000 to set up a ‘hit’ – court

Court heard about large amounts of money being made available to murder people

Members of Kinahan gang were paid €20,000 for 'setting people up for a hit," court hears

A sentencing hearing for three individuals was heard before the Special Criminal Court today.

Govt. notifies fee structure for PG medical and dental courses

Quota rule will be followed in admissions: regulatory panel chief

Pvt. medical, dental colleges term fee stipulated by govt. as unviable

Say they will not admit students in PG courses in 2020-21

2,198 Flights Ferried Over 1.65 Lakh People Since Resumption Of Services

More than 1.65 lakh people have travelled in 2,198 flights till Friday afternoon after the government allowed partial resumption of domestic services from Monday amid the coronavirus-induced lockdown.

More than 1.65 lakh people travelled in 2,198 flights since Monday: Puri

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said, 'Our airports continue to function smoothly'.Private carriers have operated a total of 2,198 flights till 5 pm on Friday -- 428 on Monday, 445 on Tuesday, 460 on Wednesday, 494 on Thursday and 371 on Friday

Ted Cruz, Trump, and other Republicans are pushing a payroll-tax cut that would do little for families suffering financially due to coronavirus

The payroll-tax cut has gained support from Trump and several other GOP lawmakers and conservative economists eager to jumpstart growth.

Ted Cruz, Trump, and other Republicans are pushing a payroll-tax cut that would do little for families suffering financially due to coronavirus

The move would not provide the economy with the adrenaline shot it needs to tide over people already out of work and struggling businesses.

France's coronavirus new deaths and cases slow down

France is to allow restaurants, bars and cafes to reopen from June 2 - though with more restrictions in Paris than elsewhere.The French health ministry said the number of fatalities rose by 52, or 0.2%, to 28,714, the fourth highest in the world

France's coronavirus new deaths and cases slow down

PARIS (Reuters) - France’s coronavirus deaths rose by less than 100 for the ninth day running on Friday and new confirmed cases slowed again as the country gears up for easing lockdown.

Fishermen ‘shocked and saddened’ over disturbance death at medieval castle

Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the man’s death at the 15th-century Lullingstone Castle in Eynsford, Kent.

Fishermen ‘shocked and saddened’ over disturbance death at medieval castle

Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the man’s death at the 15th-century Lullingstone Castle in Eynsford, Kent.

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

Senior officials reiterated the Chinese mainland’s stance at a symposium to oppose separatists in Taiwan island and promote the peaceful reunification of the country, which was held to mark the 15th anniversary of the implementation of the Anti-Secession Law in Beijing on Friday. The event was held a day after China’s top legislature overwhelmingly passed the national security legislation for its Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).

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

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

Mkhize: We must accept new reality that COVID-19 will be here for long time

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize and other Health Department officials briefed the country on the effectiveness of the lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic..

Mkhize: The country will be split into 3 Covid areas, with ‘out of control’ being one

The health minister and his advisers briefed the country on what comes next for the health sector and the country in level 3 of lockdown.

Set-up CAT benches at Srinagar, Jammu: JKAP

Jammu Kashmir Apni Party on Thursday demanded constitution of permanent CAT benches at Srinagar and Jammu.  In a statement the party senior leader Rafi

J&K govt specifies CAT benches in Jammu, Srinagar

JAMMU, May 28: Government of India on Thursday specified Jammu and Srinagar as the places at which the Benches of the Central Administrative Tribunal shall ordinarily sit for the J&K and Ladakh.“In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (7) of section 5 of the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985 (13 of 1985), the Central Government hereby specifies Jammu and Srinagar as the places at which the Benches of the Central Administrative Tribunal shall ordinarily sit for the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union territory of Ladakh,” reads the notification G.S.R. 317(E). However, in the subsequent notification (GSR 318(E), issued in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of the section 18 of the Administrative Tribunals Act, only Jammu bench has been mentioned having jurisdiction in J&K and Lakakh. The notifications come around ten days after J&K high court had sought “competent authority’s” view on suggestion for having one CAT bench each at Jammu and Srinagar. Hearing separate petitions…

Somalia commission to probe killing of seven health workers

Somalia will set up a regional commission to probe the killing of seven health workers and report publicly within a month, the head of Hirshabelle state told Reuters on Friday, as the United Nations condemned what it called an outrage. Masked men abducted the health workers from a healthcare facility

Somalia commission to probe killing of seven health workers

MOGADISHU (Reuters) - Somalia will set up a regional commission to probe the killing of seven health workers and report publicly within a month, the head of Hirshabelle state told Reuters on Friday, as the United Nations condemned what it called an outrage.

Football mentor has hands full during virus lockdown

Fitness coach and mentor Wayne Richardson has had his hands full dealing with footballers' mental health issues in a period of unprecedented uncertainty during the coronavirus lockdown.

Football mentor has hands full during virus lockdown

London, United Kingdom | AFP |  Fitness coach and mentor Wayne Richardson has had his hands full dealing with footballers’ mental health issues in a period of unprecedented uncertainty during the coronavirus lockdown. Richardson and his staff have spoken to about 150 players, from professionals all the way down to the grassroots during football’s hiatus. Players …

Bajrang Dal leader, 3 others booked for 'assaulting' boy, forcing him to chant 'Jai Shri Ram' in Karnataka

A right wing activist who assaulted a minor boy for not chanting 'Jai Shri Ram’, at Kadumata school near Kolnadu in Vittal police station limits, was arrested on Friday by Vittal police. 25 year-old

Bajrang leader, 3 others booked for 'assaulting' boy, forcing him to chant "Jai Sriram" in Karnataka

 A 25-year old local Bajrang Dal leader and three minor boys have been booked on charges of threatening and assaulting a boy and forcing him to chant 'Jai Sriram' in Dakshina Kannada district in

'A dud deal': Opposition promises to scrap BRI deal with China if elected

Opposition Leader Michael O'Brien said the Belt and Road Initiative with China was not in the state's interest and he would abolish it, if elected.

'A dud deal': Opposition promises to scrap BRI deal with China if elected

Opposition Leader Michael O'Brien said the Belt and Road Initiative with China was not in the state's interest and he would abolish it, if elected.

Motorcyclist, 28, who mowed down and killed tourist, 45, in front of her 2 sons at double the speed limit jailed

A RECKLESS motorcyclist who killed a tourist after ploughing into her at double the speed limit in front of her sons as she checked a map has been caged. Jack Gough, 28, slammed into French nationa…

Motorcyclist doing 60mph on a 30mph road is jailed after mowing down and killing French holidaymaker in front of her two teenage sons

A speeding motorcyclist who mowed down and killed a French tourist on Great Dover Street, in Borough, south London, in front of her two teenage sons has been jailed for 32 months.

Police Continue Search In Hunua For Missing Woman

Police are continuing to appeal for any information surrounding the disappearance of 25-year-old Elicia Hughes-Sutherland.

Search continuing for young woman missing in Hunua Ranges

Elicia Hughes-Sutherland hasn't been seen since last Tuesday.

Man booked for morphing Godse’s picture on currency

M.P. police act a week after social media post

Man booked for posting currency note on Facebook with Godse’s image over Gandhi’s

Police say he has been absconding since the incident

Legislative Changes To Support The Wellbeing Of Veterans And Their Families

Minister for Veterans Ron Mark has welcomed the First Reading of a Bill that will make legislative changes to further improve the veterans’ support system.

Legislative changes to support the wellbeing of veterans and their families - Govt

Minister for Veterans Ron Mark has welcomed the First Reading of a Bill that will make legislative changes to further improve the veterans’ support system.

Harvey Weinstein accused of 4 more rapes in new lawsuit

 More women have come forward with accusations of rape against Harvey Weinstein.

Harvey Weinstein accused of 4 more rapes in new lawsuit: report

More women have come forward with accusations of rape against Harvey Weinstein.

Damage Caused by the Lockdown Worse than the Virus Itself?

London (CNN) - Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself? That's a question raised by some world leaders and commentators who claim that economic and social hardship caused by strict coronavirus restrictions places a heavier burden on society than the death rate caused by the disease. These lockdown skeptics point to the tens of millions of US jobs lost in an economic downturn not seen since the Great Depression, the warning by the European Commission of a recession of "historic proportions" and the Bank of England's fear that the British economy is facing its worst crash in three centuries.

Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself?

London (CNN) - Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself? That's a question raised by some world leaders and commentators who claim that economic and social hardship caused by strict coronavirus restrictions places a heavier burden on society than the death rate caused by the disease. These lockdown skeptics point to the tens of millions of US jobs lost in an economic downturn not seen since the Great Depression, the warning by the European Commission of a recession of "historic proportions" and the Bank of England's fear that the British economy is facing its worst crash in three centuries.

'No oral test for posts up to pay level 5'

J&K government has directed that there shall be no oral test for posts up to and including Pay Level 5 (Rs 29,200-92,300) and the selection for all

Govt. Orders no oral test for posts up to Pay Level 5

JAMMU, May 28: As per a notification issued here today by the Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, in exercise of powers conferred by proviso to Article 309 of Constitution of India and in supersession of all rules/orders on the subject has directed that there shall be no oral test for posts upto and including Pay Level 5 (Rs.29200-92300) and the selection for all such posts shall be made on the basis of written test only with further stipulation that trade test/skill test wherever prescribed shall continue to be held as per the relevant recruitment rules.This notification shall also apply to such of the selections undertaken by the recruiting agency where the written test has not been conducted on the date of publication of this notification: provided that the procedure for selection for all posts for which test has already been conducted by the recruiting agencies shall continue to be governed by the rules/orders in force on the date of advertisement.

Lebanon has scant chance of getting IMF aid, Geagea says

BEIRUT: Lebanon has scant chance of securing badly needed aid from the International Monetary Fund as the government fails to enact reforms demanded by donors to address its financial crisis, opposition politician Samir Geagea said on Friday. “Unfortunately, (matters) are going from bad to worse,” he said. “It could, in my opinion, reach social unrest, and social violence.”

Lebanon has scant chance of getting IMF aid, opposition figure says

BEIRUT (Reuters) - Lebanon has scant chance of securing badly needed aid from the International Monetary Fund as the government fails to enact reforms demanded by donors to address its financial crisis, opposition politician Samir Geagea said on Friday.

No logic in US cutting ties with WHO, British expert says

President Trump said Chinese officials had ‘ignored’ their reporting obligations to the WHO.

No logic in US cutting ties with WHO, British expert says

President Trump said Chinese officials had ‘ignored’ their reporting obligations to the WHO.

Democrats broaden probe into firing of State Department watchdog

House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Eliot Engel (D-N.Y.) and Sen.

Democrats want interviews with Trump admin officials over watchdog firing

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Democratic lawmakers said on Friday they want to conduct closed-door interviews with officials from President Donald Trump’s administration about the surprise firing of State Department Inspector General Steve Linick, and release transcripts to the public.

'He was going haywire:' Video shows naked man stealing Winnipeg ambulance

Winnipeg police confirmed they are investigating after an ambulance was stolen by a naked man on Friday.

'He was going haywire:' Video shows naked man stealing Winnipeg ambulance

Winnipeg police confirmed they are investigating after an ambulance was stolen by a naked man on Friday.

Andy Richardson: Beeb's shame as it fails to defend Emily

You can always rely on Auntie Beeb to take the rap when others are in the wrong.

Andy Richardson: Beeb's shame as it fails to defend Emily

You can always rely on Auntie Beeb to take the rap when others are in the wrong.

Sanofi stops enrolling COVID-19 patients in hydroxychloroquine trials amid safety concerns

The moves come after the WHO paused its hydroxychloroquine trial after The Lancet reported patients getting the drug had increased death rates and irregular heartbeats

Exclusive: Sanofi stops enrolling COVID-19 patients in hydroxychloroquine trials

PARIS (Reuters) - Sanofi has temporarily stopped recruiting new COVID-19 patients for two clinical trials on hydroxychloroquine and will no longer supply the anti-malaria drug to treat COVID-19 until concerns about safety are cleared up, it said on Friday.

BEST decides not to charge bus ticket fares from migrants

A BEST spokesperson said that the decision was taken as per the directives of the Supreme Court.

BEST decides not to charge bus ticket fares from migrants

The apex court on Thursday directed that no fare for travel either by trains or buses be charged from the migrant workers stranded across the country, and they be provided food and water.

Pompeo accuses top Democrat of 'hackery' over government watchdog review

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Thursday accused a leading Senate Democrat of “hackery” for questioning whether Pompeo violated a law restricting officials’ political activities, saying an investigation found no evidence he had done so.

Pompeo accuses top Democrat of 'hackery' over government watchdog review

WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Thursday accused a leading Senate Democrat of “hackery” for questioning whether Pompeo violated a law restricting officials’ political activities, saying an investigation found no evidence he had done so.

Lockdown measures not being eased in ‘reckless’ way, Chancellor says

The Department of Health and Social Care could not immediately confirm the coronavirus alert level.

Lockdown measures not being eased in ‘reckless’ way, Chancellor says

The Department of Health and Social Care could not immediately confirm the coronavirus alert level.

Edo Govt. discharges 11 COVID-19 patients

The Edo State Government on Friday announced the discharge of 11 more coronavirus patients from the various isolation centres in the state.

Edo Government discharges 11 COVID-19 patients

The Edo Government, on Friday, announced the discharge of 11 more coronavirus patients from the various isolation centres in the state.

Pinjra Tod founder held under UAPA

On Thursday, the Delhi court had sent two members of the women’s student organisation, Narwal and Devangana Kalita (30), to judicial custody until June 11.

Pinjra Tod activist and JNU student Natasha Narwal arrested under UAPA over 'conspiracy case' associated with Delhi riots

Corona cess on liquor: Delhi HC seeks detailed reply from Kejriwal government

The Delhi government, in its earlier affidavit, has opposed the petitions which have challenged a May 4 notification levying a 'special corona fees' on liquor in the national capital.

HC asks Delhi govt to file detailed reply on pleas challenging levy of 70% 'special corona fees'

The Delhi government had earlier filed its response to the petitions, saying that trade or consumption of liquor is not a fundamental right of a citizen and the State has the authority to regulate its sale and levying 70 percent 'special corona fees' on MRP of all alcohol brands is a price for grant of such privilege to public.

Border dispute reaches new heights

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Monguno’s accusers do not wish Niger Delta region well — CNDC

A group, Coalition for Niger Delta Cohesion (CNDC), hs berated attempts by some elements in the Niger Delta region to cast aspersions on...

Claims about re-allocation of Niger Delta resources to northeast are false - CNDC

The CNDC in a statement signed by its convener, Ebiowei ThankGod on Thursday, May 28, said the allegation is an attempt by mischief makers to demean NSA Monguno

Borno discharges 135 COVID-19 patients

Kayode Idowu, Maiduguri Borno State Government has discharged 135 COVID-19 patients, The PUNCH reports. The patients, who initially tested positive for the virus, later tested negative twice ...

Borno confirms 257 cases of COVID-19, discharges 135 patients

The Deputy Governor of Borno state, Umar Kadafur has said that the government will continue to invest in health ‘facilities and medical equipment’ to overcome air and water-borne diseases.

Donald Trump says spoke to family of man who died in Minneapolis arrest

US News: WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Friday he had expressed condolences to the family of George Floyd, the African American man who died while .

Terrific People: Trump Speaks To Family Of Black Man Killed After Arrest

US President Donald Trump said Friday he had talked with the family of George Floyd, the African American man who died while a policeman kneeled on his neck during an arrest, sparking riots.

Will Trump dispute the 2020 election results? His tweets this week suggest so

Trump’s attack on mail-in ballots raise the possibility that, if he loses in November, he would reject the validity of the vote

Will Trump dispute the 2020 election results? His tweets this week suggest so

Trump’s attack on mail-in ballots raise the possibility that, if he loses in November, he would reject the validity of the voteUnhinged as it may be for the president to accuse, without a scintilla of evidence, a morning television host of murder, that particular conspiracy theory was not the most disturbing

NCDC cries out as rapid test kits black market rises

• FG to use hotels, schools as quarantine, isolation centres • Hospitals’ refusal to treat patients leads to more deaths – FG Kamarudeen Ogundele, Olaleye Aluko and Tobi Aworinde The Presidentia...

COVID-19 test kits now being sold in black markets, NCDC raises alarm

abuja—Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, Chikwe Ihekweazu, said yesterday Nigerians have started COVID-19

Bono East: Tuobodom gets 19.95km roads facelift project

The Techiman North District Chief Executive Peter Mensah in the Bono East Region has announced that a massive roads programme will soon kick-off to construct and rehabilitate roads across the district as government approves 19.95km Tuobodom and Aworowa town roads in fulfilment of President Nana Addo’s ‘year of Roads by promise.

Bono East: Tuobodom gets 19.95km road face-lift projects

The Techiman North District Chief Executive Hon Peter Mensah in the Bono East Region has announced that a massive roads programme will soon kick-off to construct and rehabilitate roads across the district as government approves 19.95km Tuobodom and Aworowa town roads in fulfillment of President Nana Addo’s ‘year of Roads' by promise.

France opposed guidelines on EU presidency sponsorships

Internal document shows diplomats questioned whether the secretariat of the Council of the EU was legally allowed to write guidelines on the financing of the six-month rotating EU presidency activities.

France opposed guidelines on EU presidency sponsorships

Internal document shows diplomats questioned whether the secretariat of the Council of the EU was legally allowed to write guidelines on the financing of the six-month rotating EU presidency activities.

Post-Amphan, Bengal tweaks protocol: home quarantine for migrants except from five states

On Wednesday, the Health Department revised standard operating procedures (SOPs) with new screening rules an emphasis on home quarantine.

Covid-19: Bengal makes institutional quarantine mandatory for returnees from 5 states, faces hurdles

There is also local resistance in the state against the establishment of quarantine centres for migrant workers.

Gang selling spurious cotton seeds held in Hyderabad

A four-member gang selling spurious cotton seeds was arrested by the Special Operations Team (SOT), LB Nagar zone on Thursday.

Hyderabad: Spurious cotton seeds seized

Four persons who were allegedly transporting spurious cottons seeds were nabbed by the Special Operations Team (SOT),

Trump Says Mail-In Voting Will Make US Elections ‘Total Joke’

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The whole world would view mail-in voting in the United States as laughable if such means of voting is allowed, President Donald Trump told...

Trump cruises on caps lock to claim mail-in voting will 'LEAD TO THE END' for Republicans

Despite the Trump administration's alarming characterization of voter and mail-in voting fraud, real-life cases have been scant.

OSHA cites nursing home for delayed coronavirus reporting

SAVANNAH, Ga. — The federal agency that oversees workplace safety said Friday that it had issued its first citation in the U.S. related to the coronavirus outbreak: against a Georgia nursing home that delayed reporting the hospitalization of six infected workers.

OSHA cites nursing home for delayed coronavirus reporting

SAVANNAH, Ga. — The federal agency that oversees workplace safety said Friday that it had issued its first citation in the U.S. related to the coronavirus outbreak: against a Georgia nursing home that delayed reporting the hospitalization of six infected workers. The Occupation Safety and Health Administration announced the citation the day after Democrats at …

Pentagon puts military police on alert to go to Minneapolis

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (AP) — As unrest spread across dozens of American cities on Friday, the Pentagon took the rare step of ordering the Army to put several active-duty U.S....

Pentagon puts military police on alert to go to Minneapolis

As unrest spread across dozens of American cities on Friday, the Pentagon took the rare step of ordering the Army to put several active-duty U.S. military police units on the ready to deploy to Minneapolis, where the police killing of George Floyd sparked the widespread protests.

Man killed 'by rocks' named as friends say he'd been in 'confrontation with poachers'

Tributes have been paid to Charles Hilder, who died at Lullingstone Castle in Kent yesterday afternoon following reports of rocks being thrown during an altercation

Man ‘stoned to death’ named as friends say he had ‘confrontation with poachers’

Friends believe Charles Hilder, 66, from Romford, Essex, ‘died after a confrontation with poachers’ at Lullingstone Castle.

Coronation Street confirms the Platts have a family group chat - and fans want in

Coronation Street viewers couldn't believe their ears when Sarah Platt asked brother David about their family chat

Coronation Street confirms the Platts have a family group chat - and fans want in

Coronation Street viewers couldn't believe their ears when Sarah Platt asked brother David about their family chat

Lagos attracts US$250m investment for new industrial-residential development

Lagos State government said it has attracted investment worth US250m for its new industrial cum residential development aimed at boosting economic activities and jobs.

Lagos attracts $250 million investment for new industrial, residential development

Lagos State government yesterday said that it had attracted investment worth $250 million for its new industrial cum residential development aimed at boosting economic activities and jobs.

US threat to deny student visas reminiscent of McCarthy era: FM

US President Donald Trump's threat to slap sanction on Chinese students in the US is brazen political persecution and racist, said a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson who wondered if McCarthyism is making a comeback in the US.

US threat to deny student visas reminiscent of McCarthy era: FM

US President Donald Trump’s threat to slap sanction on Chinese students in the US is brazen political persecution and racist, said a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson who wondered if McCarthyism is making a comeback in the US.

ITBP cop dies due to cardiac arrest in Rajouri

JAMMU, May 29: An Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel died due to cardiac arrest in Rajouri district last night, officials said.Reports said the personnel from ITBP’s 2nd battalion identified as Ram Singh Meena, posted at Adhoc 10 Palma, died due to cardiac arrest. A police officer said that his body has been shifted to GMC Rajouri for postmortem. A case in this regard has been registered and further investigation have been initiated, he added.NC will not participate in delimitation exercise: Aga RuhullahKT NEWS SERVICEJAMMU, May 29: National Conference on Friday said it has decided against participating in delimitation exercise. "The @JKNC_ will not participate in the delimitation exercise," NC leader Aga Syed Ruhullah Medhi tweeted. At present, hectic deliberations are going on between NC chief Dr Farooq Abdullah, vice president Omar Abdullah and the party leaders over the issue of delimitation exercise.Yesterday, Centre nominated NC MPs Dr Farooq, Hasnain Masoodi and Muhammad Akbar Lone as the associate…

ITBP cop dies due to cardiac arrest in J&K's Rajouri

An Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) man died due to cardiac arrest in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir last night, officials said today. Quoting

HC upholds Mian Qayoom's PSA detention

A double bench of J&K High Court on Thursday dismissed the petition filed by Kashmir High Court Bar Association president, Mian Abdul Qayoom in which

HC upholds Qayoom’s PSA detention

HC upholds Qayoom’s PSA detention SRINAGAR, MAY 28: The Jammu and Kashmir High Court today disposed of the petition against the detention of J&K High Court Bar Association President, Mian Abdul Qayoom under PSA. The divisional bench of the High Court comprising Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey and Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul observed that the Advocate […]

Police: 1 dead after shots fired at protesters in Detroit

One person was killed in downtown Detroit after someone in an SUV fired shots into a crowd of people protesting George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis custody, a Detroit police spokeswoman...

Police: 1 dead after shots fired at protesters in Detroit

One person was killed in downtown Detroit after someone in an SUV fired shots into a crowd of people protesting George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis custody, a Detroit police spokeswoman said Saturday. The shooting occurred about 11:30 p.m. Friday near Detroit’s Greektown entertainment district as officers were confronted with dozens of protesters, said Sgt. Nicole …

Spain reports two new COVID-19 deaths, total at 27,121

MADRID (Reuters) - Spain’s Health Ministry said recorded deaths from the coronavirus outbreak reached 27,121 on Friday, increasing by two in the last 24 hours.

Spain reports two new COVID-19 deaths, total at 27,121

Spain’s Health Ministry said recorded deaths from the coronavirus outbreak reached 27,121 on Friday, increasing by two in the last 24 hours.

MP Rigathi Gachagua's Bank Accounts Frozen

The government went after accounts owned by the legislator, a close ally of Deputy President William Ruto after he was...

MP Rigathi Gachagua Claims State Froze His Bank Accounts Over Links With Ruto

A Nairobi Court has frozen Mathira Member of Parliament Rigathi Gachagua's three bank accounts in an ongoing investigation into alleged money laundering.Milimani Senior Resident Magistrate Muthoni

Travelogue: Kwara beyond social media ratings

If you are a Kwaran but have never been to Kpada, Yikpata, or National Museum, Esie among other remote communities in the state.

Travelogue: Beyond social media ratings

BY IBRAHEEM ABDULLATEEF If you are a Kwaran but have never been to Kpada, Yikpata, or National Museum, Esie among other remote communities in the state, you may not be

Death toll due to cyclone 'Amphan' in West Bengal now 98: Mamata

Mamata Banerjee said that the kin of each of those killed in the cyclone will get Rs 2.5 lakh each while those badly injured and others with minor injuries will get Rs 50,000 and Rs 25,000, respectively. The CM also announced a fund of Rs 6,250 crore to assist the affected people to build houses, help farmers, and provide assistance for betel leaf plantations.

Death toll due to cyclone Amphan in West Bengal now 98: CM Mamata Banerjee

The death toll due to cyclone 'Amphan' in West Bengal has risen to 98, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Friday. "As per reports of the district magistrates, the toll due to cyclone Amphan has

Railways’ treatment of migrants borders on barbarism, violation of rights: NHRC

The NHRC, which issued the notices on Thursday, said it was taking suo motu cognizance of media reports on trains taking days to reach their destination.

Railways’ treatment of migrants ‘barbarism’, state failed to protect poor: NHRC

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the chairman of the Railway Board, Union Home Secretary and chief secretaries of Bihar and Gujarat on steps taken to ensure basic facilities to migrants.

TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods to reopen all stores in next month

TJX Companies temporarily closed its 4,400 locations on March 19 and began to reopen them on May 2.

TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods to reopen all stores in next month

TJX Companies temporarily closed its 4,400 locations on March 19 and began to reopen them on May 2.

Center assures early return of stranded abroad

Center assures early return of stranded abroad Muscat to Srinagar flight on June 2 Jammu Tawi, May 28: The Union Ministry of External Affairs, in response to J&K Chief Secretary, B V R Subrahmanyam’s request for prioritising evacuation of residents of Jammu and Kashmir stranded in  Dubai, Iran and Oman has tentatively scheduled a repatriation […]

MEA assures early return of J&K residents stranded abroad

The Ministry of External Affairs, in response to J&K Chief Secretary, B V R Subrahmanyam’s request for prioritising evacuation of residents of J&K

West Bengal releases ₹6,250 cr. for Amphan damage

Death toll in the cyclone increases to 96

Bengal’s Amphan-Damage Assessment Of Rs 1 Lakh Crore May Be Grossly Inflated, And That’s Why Centre Should Scrutinise It Closely

There are many reasons to doubt this seemingly fantastical Amphan-damage assessment figure of Rs 1 lakh crore.

When cops kill, redress is rare - except in famous cases

(Reuters) - The death in Minneapolis on Monday of George Floyd, the black man captured on video pleading for his life as a white police officer kneeled on his neck, has prompted three nights of protests, at times giving rise to violence, arson and looting.

When cops kill, redress is rare - except in famous cases

By Lawrence Hurley and Andrea Januta (Reuters) - The death in Minneapolis on Monday of George Floyd, the black man captured on video pleading for his life as a white police officer kneeled on his neck, has prompted three nights of protests, at times giving rise to violence, arson and looting. It has also trained, yet again, a national spotlight on a perceived lack of police accountability for violent encounters with the American public. The issue ignited in 2014 with the shooting death of black 18-year-old Michael Brown by a white police officer in Ferguson, Missouri, which triggered angry protests.

Watchdog asks Crown to consider charges against five officers in death of B.C. man

SURREY, B.C. - British Columbia's police watchdog is asking Crown counsel to consider use of force and obstruction charges against five police officers afte

Watchdog asks Crown to consider charges against five officers in death of B.C. man

SURREY, B.C. — British Columbia’s police watchdog is asking Crown counsel to consider use of force and obstruction charges against five police officers after the death of a Prince George man while in custody.

Children of Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga fear for father's life

PARIS (Reuters) - The children of detained Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga accused French authorities of violating his

Children of Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga fear for father's life

PARIS (Reuters) - The children of detained Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga accused French authorities of violating his “fundamental human rights” on Friday, saying he has severe senile dementia among other ailments and that imprisonment could kill him.

Beijing hardens resolve to defy US, even while calling for cooperation

Ignoring threats from Washington, China stripped another layer of autonomy from Hong Kong on Thursday, plowing ahead with a plan that would ban any form of dissent deemed subversive in the territory reclaimed from Britain more than two decades ago.

China hardens resolve to defy US, even as it speaks of cooperation; Li Keqiang calls for close trade relations

Ignoring threats from Washington, China stripped another layer of autonomy from Hong Kong on Thursday, ploughing ahead with a plan that would ban any form of dissent deemed subversive in the territory reclaimed from Britain more than two decades ago

Madhya Pradesh: Quarantine must for rail passengers with COVID-19 symptoms

"As per information provided by the Railways, 15 trains, other than Shramik Special services, will halt at some railway stations in Madhya Pradesh," said Madhya Pradesh Health Minister Narottam Mishra, who is also the state's Home Minister.

Madhya Pradesh: Quarantine must for rail passengers with COVID-19 symptoms

Police investigating after Montreal-area synagogue vandalized

B’nai Brith Canada says the recent act of vandalism is one of the worst such incidents in Canada in recent years

Police investigating after alleged vandalism at Montreal synagogue

MONTREAL — B’nai Brith Canada is describing a recent act of vandalism against a Montreal-area synagogue as one of the worst such incidents in Canada in recent years.

Only God can determine my political future - Ekweremadu

Former Deputy Senate president, Ike Ekweremadu, has said that it is only God that will determine his political future ahead of 2023.Ekweremadu...

Only God can determine my political future, says Ike Ekweremadu

Ike Ekweremadu is the current senator representing Enugu West Senatorial zone in the upper chamber. He has been a member of the Nigerian Senate since 2003.

Convicted gangster Arun Gawli's parole extended by five days

The High Court had, on May 22, directed the State of Maharashtra to provide proper passage to Arun Gawli for his travel to Taloja Central Prison, Navi Mumbai.

Lockdown: HC extends gangster Arun Gawli’s parole by five days

The parole leave was, however, extended for a period of seven days due to the coronavirus-induced nationwide lockdown.

Minneapolis mayor urges protesters to wear masks and practice social distancing

The mayor of Minneapolis told individuals protesting that their anger is “understandable” and “right" but urged them to make sure they are wearing masks and practicing social distancing during their demonstrations.

Minneapolis Mayor to Rioters: Practice Social Distancing, Wear Masks

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

Change to wage subsidy scheme to include those returning from maternity leave

The change will also accommodate those returning from a period of paternity or adoptive leave.

Parents returning from maternity or adoptive leave will be included in coronavirus wage subsidy scheme

PARENTS returning to work from maternity or adoptive leave will be included in a government scheme to subsidise their wages during the Covid-19 crisis.

India Now Has More Virus Deaths Than China Where Pandemic Started

India is the latest country whose coronavirus death count has topped the number of lives lost in China, where the pandemic started

India’s virus deaths top China's as hot spots shift to poorer nations

India is the latest country whose coronavirus death toll has topped the number of lives lost in China, where the pandemic started, as hot spots shift to de

West Bengal reports 7 more COVID-19 fatalities, death toll crosses 300

West Bengal reported seven more COVID-19 fatalities on Friday, pushing the death toll due to the disease in the state beyond the 300-mark.

Bengal Reports 7 Coronavirus Deaths In A Day, Total Fatalities Cross 300

West Bengal reported seven more COVID-19 fatalities today, pushing the death count due to the disease in the state beyond the 300-mark, while 277 fresh coronavirus cases were registered, a bulletin issued by the health department said.

Akande harps on importance of feedback to Buhari administration

President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration has constantly maintained a proper interaction with Nigerians in the implementation of its policies...

Laolu Akande harps on importance of feedback to Buhari administration

Mr Laolu Akande, the spokesperson of Nigeria's Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, has revealed that President Muhammadu Buhari

Announcement on schools to be made next week as Wales' education minister reveals children could wear masks in the classroom

We put questions about schools re-opening to Wales' education minister Kirsty Williams

Council tells schools in Nottingham to remain closed next week as education chief says it is "too soon" for children to go back

'Today, we would like to make it clear, unequivocally, that we do not feel it is the right time to bring children back to schools on Monday'

Russia slams 'dangerous' US foreign policy moves

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

Russia slams ‘dangerous’ US foreign policy moves

Russia said on Thursday the United States was acting in a dangerous and unpredictable way, after Washington withdrew from a key military treaty and moved to ramp up pressure on Iran.

Hydroxychloroquine combination risky for cancer patients with COVID-19 -study

CHICAGO - Cancer patients with COVID-19 who were treated with a drug combination promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump to counter the coronavirus were three times more likely to die within 30 days than those who got either drug alone, U.S. researchers reported on Thursday.

Hydroxychloroquine combination risky for cancer patients with COVID-19: Study

Cancer patients with COVID-19 who were treated with a drug combination promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump to counter the coronavirus were ...

Concern over worker safety grows

As employers fail to comply with Covid-19 regulations. From June 1 most of South Africa's industries can return to full operation.

Mantashe warns mines over COVID-19 compliance, Nxesi worried about worker safety

Economic cluster ministers in the national coronavirus command council are briefing the media on the level 3 lockdown regulations pertaining to their departments.

Death of migrants on Shramik trains is ‘small, isolated’ incident, says West Bengal BJP chief

Dilip Ghosh said the Railways cannot be blamed for these incidents.

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

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

Problems in care homes ‘could worsen’ if many staff have to self-isolate

Care England chief executive Professor Martin Green said testing in care homes needs to be prioritised.

Problems in care homes ‘could worsen’ if many staff have to self-isolate

Care England chief executive Professor Martin Green said testing in care homes needs to be prioritised.

Atletico's Costa given court date to face tax fraud charge

Atletico Madrid forward Diego Costa is to face trial on June 4 for tax fraud in 2014, a court filing showed on Friday, with prosecutors asking the ...

Diego Costa given court date for tax fraud case as six-month prison sentence request made

Spaniard in hot water over tax fraud case...

Help pours in but teen cyclist is happy to return to school

The story of the 15-year-old’s decision to buy a second-hand cycle and pedal from Gurgaon to Bihar’s Darbhanga, has touched many — from politicians to bureaucrats, business tycoons to NRIs.

Flooded with promises, Bihar’s ‘cycle girl’ Jyoti Kumari happy she can return to school

Jyoti Kumari Cycle, Cycle Girl Story, Gurugram to Darbhanga By Cycle: Jyoti Kumari Paswan, 15, cycled from Gurugram to Darbhanga in Bihar covering more than 1,200 km in seven days with her ailing father due to the lockdown.

White wrestling coach mocks George Floyd’s murder (Photo)

A Washington state high school wrestling coach, Dave Hollenbeck, took to social media to mock the murder of George Floyd and he has been sacked by his employer for that. Taking to social media, Dave Hollenbeck,

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

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

“Let Hong Kong be Hong Kong”- US top diplomat in Hong Kong

"Let Hong Kong be Hong Kong"

“Let Hong Kong be Hong Kong”- US top diplomat in Hong Kong

"Let Hong Kong be Hong Kong"

Siberian zoo sees animal baby boom during lockdown

MOSCOW (Reuters) - A Siberian zoo that closed its doors to visitors for over two months due to the novel coronavirus says the lockdown has encouraged a baby boom among its animals.

Siberian zoo sees baby boom during Covid-19 lockdown

A Siberian zoo that closed its doors to visitors for over two months due to Covid-19 says the lockdown has encouraged a baby boom among its animals.

Lombardy remains a Covid-19 hot spot with Italy set to open regional borders

Nearly 40% of the country’s cases have occurred in the northern region.

Lombardy remains a Covid-19 hot spot with Italy set to open regional borders

Nearly 40% of the country’s cases have occurred in the northern region.

Maha: 2,682 new coronavirus cases, 116 deaths, 8,381 recover

Maharashtra recorded 2,682 new Coronavirus cases and 116 deaths on Friday, but in good news, 8,381 COVID-19 patients -- highest in one day so far -- were discharged from hospitals in the state. It took the total number of cases in the state to 62,228, death toll due to the pandemic so far to 2,098

Coronavirus pandemic | 2,682 new coronavirus cases in Maharashtra, 116 deaths; 8,381 recover

It took the total number of cases in the state to 62,228, death toll due to the pandemic so far to 2,098 while the number of recoverd patients jumped to 26,998, said a health official here.

Tanzanian court finds opposition leader guilty of sedition, sets him free

DAR ES SALAAM (Reuters) - A Tanzanian court ruled on Friday that an opposition leader was guilty of sedition and incitement on accusations that he falsely said some 100 people were killed in clashes between herders and police in his home region in 2018.

Tanzanian court finds opposition leader guilty of sedition, sets him free

DAR ES SALAAM, May 29 (Reuters) - A Tanzanian court ruled on Friday that an opposition leader was guilty of sedition and incitement on accusations that he falsely said some 100 people were killed in clashes between herders and police in his home region in 2018.The court however set Zitto Kabwe, the head of ACT Wazalendo party, free on condition that he refrain from saying or writing anything that would be considered sedition.

After multiple deaths on Shramik trains, Railways asks people with co-morbidities to avoid commute

After deaths of migrant labourers were reported on the special Shramik trains over the past few days, the Ministry of Railways on Friday issued an advisory asking people with co-morbidities to avoid travelling through the trains, unless necessary.

After several deaths on special trains, Piyush Goyal urges people to travel ‘only when necessary’

The Railways sought cooperation from all passengers, saying safety is their biggest concern.

Minister flags law review after Rio blows up 46,000-yr-old Aboriginal site

The caves in WA are the only inland site in Australia to showing evidence of continual human occupation through the last Ice Age.

Mining Company Blows Up 46,000-Year-Old Aboriginal Site, Expresses No Regrets

A culturally important archaeological site in Western Australia was destroyed this past weekend during the expansion of an iron ore mine. Upsettingly, the mining company responsible for the incident did so with state permission, exposing Australia’s weak and bigoted heritage conservation laws.

10 jihadists killed in Burkina Faso – Army

Ten "terrorists" died in an offensive against a jihadist base in the west of Burkina Faso on Thursday, according to the army

10 jihadists killed in western Burkina Faso ―Army

Ten "terrorists" died in an offensive against a jihadist base in the west of Burkina Faso, according to the army's chief of staff.

419K pupils, staff expected at Gauteng schools on 1 June

The provincial government will allow the schools to open on Monday on the basis that the distribution of PPEs have been concluded in all districts.

School reopening: 419 000 pupils, staff expected at Gauteng schools on 1 June

A total of 419 000 pupils and staff are expected to return to 2 352 Gauteng schools under Level 3 of lockdown.

UK weather forecast – Scots hit the beach in 27C sizzler before it gets HOTTER next week

SUN seekers flocked to parks and beaches up and down the country today as temperatures soared to 27C with lockdown restrictions easing in Scotland. It comes after Boris Johnson urged Brits to avoid…

UK weather forecast – Brits bask on beaches in 27C sizzler…but remember, no parties until Monday!

SUN-seekers flocked to parks and beaches up and down the country today as temperatures soared to 27C. It comes after Boris Johnson dished out a host of new freedoms last night – telling Brits…

More than 38k docs volunteer to join fight against COVID-19

More than 38k docs volunteer to join fight against COVID-19. '38,162 volunteer doctors, including retired government, Armed Forces Medical Services, public sector undertaking or private doctors have signed up with the government to battle COVID-19 pandemic'

More than 38,000 doctors volunteer to join fight against COVID-19

On March 25, the government had made an appeal to doctors, including the retired ones, to come forward and join the efforts to fight the pandemic. "38,162 volunteer doctors, including retired government, Armed Forces Medical Services, public sector undertaking or private doctors have signed up with the government to battle COVID-19 pandemic," an official said.

Peter Rhodes on bookies, hot spots and the Dominic Cummings scandal that simply went away

Read the latest column from Peter Rhodes.

Peter Rhodes on bookies, hot spots and the Dominic Cummings scandal that simply went away

Read the latest column from Peter Rhodes.

Goa CM bats for lockdown extension; wants malls, gyms to open

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said the current phase of lockdown, slated to end on May 31, should be extended till June 15 considering the overall COVID-19 scenario in the country, where the case count has crossed the 1.6 lakh-mark. Sawant, who spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Goa CM Pramod Sawant bats for lockdown extension; wants malls, gyms to open

The chief minister said Goa will pitch for relaxations like allowing reopening of malls, restaurants and gyms in the state during the lockdown period.

Supreme Court orders states to foot the bill for guest workers' travel

Plus, their food and shelter while they wait for their train or bus are the states' responsibility

Supreme Court orders states to foot the bill for guest workers' travel

Plus, their food and shelter while they wait for their train or bus are the states' responsibility

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

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

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

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

AP COVID-19 Update: 2,037 Patients Recovered

AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh reported 33 new cases, taking the state's tally to 2,874 on Friday.  One person has died in Kurnool in the last 24 hours and the death toll stood at 60. Kurnool remains the

AP COVID-19 Update: 2,037 Patients Recovered

AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh reported 33 new cases, taking the state's tally to 2,874 on Friday.  One person has died in Kurnool in the last 24 hours and the death toll stood at 60. Kurnool remains the

Covid-19: Karnataka records 178 new cases till noon

The state recorded a sharp spike in positive cases even as it plans to further ease lockdown restrictions post 31 May in Karnataka.The state government had said it will write to the Centre to reduce the number of flights from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh

Over 150 Maharashtra Returnees Among 178 New Cases In Karnataka, State’s Covid-19 Tally Rises To 2,711

Among the Covid-19 cases in the state, 1,793 are active, 869 discharges and 47 deaths.

Boat found in search for missing fisherman

A third day of search efforts are under way to find Hervey Bay man Paul Brazier, 37, with authorities working to determine if a boat found on Thursday was his.

Boat found in search for missing fisherman

A third day of search efforts are under way to find Hervey Bay man Paul Brazier, 37, with authorities working to determine if a boat found on Thursday was his.

File report on plea against declaring pvt hospital as COVID-19 institute: HC to Delhi govt

The plea was filed by Safdarjung Development Area (SDA) Residents Welfare Association (RWA) and others challenging the May 16 order of the Delhi government declaring Ujala Cygnus Orthocare Hospital - with 40 isolation wards- as a dedicated COVID-19 hospital.

File report on plea against declaring pvt hospital as COVID-19 institute: HC to Delhi govt

Eric Bloch estate insolvent, says lawyer

A BULAWAYO lawyer has approached the High Court seeking a provisional order for liquidation of the estate of the late economist and former Reserve Bank of Zimba...

Eric Bloch estate insolvent: lawyer

A BULAWAYO lawyer has approached the High Court seeking a provisional order for liquidation of the estate of the late economist and former Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) adviser Dr Eric Walter Bloch. Mr Pineas Madzivire of Joel Pincus, Konson and Wolhuter Legal Practitioners, filed an application at the Bulawayo High Court seeking an order declaring H & E Bloch and Company Chartered Accountants insolvent in terms of section 48 0f the Administration of Estates Act as read with Section 4 of the Insolvency Act. The estate has no immovable assets. However, there is $78 000 which is an inheritance from his wife Baileh Thelma Bloch who is also late.

3 Things Amy Cooper Did In Central Park To Damage Her Reputation And Career

During a recent CNN interview, Amy Cooper said that her “entire life is being destroyed right now” after Christian Cooper posted a Facebook video of their encounter in Central Park. The video arguably shows Amy Cooper threatening the very freedom and life of Christian Cooper while claiming that

NYPD discussing charges for Central Park ‘Karen’ Amy Cooper with DA

The NYPD is working with the Manhattan DA’s Office to determine whether any charges could be brought against the white woman who called cops on a black man in Central Park, a police official said

State seeks Centre’s permission to broadcast educational content on DD, AIR

Varsha Gaikwad writes to I&B Minister seeking 12-hour transmissions on DD National channels and 2 hours on AIR

Education in the times of COVID-19: Maharashtra govt asks Centre to broadcast educational programs on TV and Radio

Minister of School Education Department of Maharashtra, Varsha Gaikwad, on Friday, asked the Central government to grant 12 hours of air time on national television to conduct educational programs for children in rural parts of the state, amid the prolonged lockdown.

82-year-old woman recovers from coronavirus in Osun

The Osun Government says an 82-year-old woman recovered from the coronavirus disease in the state, against the belief that elderly people

COVID-19: 82-year-old hypertensive patient recovers in Osun

Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo Osun State Government on Friday discharged an 82-year old widow who recovered from coronavirus, The PUNCH reports. The patient was said to have recovered after receivin...

Man arrested for allegedly stabbing to death galamseyer

The police at Ntortroso in the Ahafo Region, yesterday arrested a watchdog committee member, for allegedly stabbing to death, a 48-year-old man, for engaging in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey,.

Man arrested for allegedly stabbing 'galamseyer' to death

The police at Ntortroso in the Ahafo Region, yesterday arrested a watchdog committee member, for allegedly stabbing to death, a 48-year-old man, for engaging in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey,

Franklin Templeton Said It Didn't Tolerate Racism When Firing Amy Cooper. Does She Have a Defamation Case?

We previously addressed the question of whether Cooper could sue Franklin Templeton for wrongful termination. The general consensus from attorneys, to say the least, was that this would be an uphill battle. But what about defamation? Law&Crime asked three attorneys for their thoughts on the matter.

EXCLUSIVE: Former colleague of Amy Cooper reveals how she tried to 'ruin his life with bogus lawsuit and threatened his family when he said he didn't love her'

Martin Priest, who first met Amy Cooper while working at investment banking firm Lehman Brothers in 2003, told DailyMail.com how she allegedly attempted to destroy his life in a bogus 2015 lawsuit.

Canada bans cruise ship visits until October

The Canadian government on Friday extended by three months a ban on cruise ships entering Canadian waters because of the coronavirus pandemic. The ban, which began in April and will now run to October, has been tightened to include passenger boats and other vessels with more than 100 passengers and…

Federal government extends ban on large cruise ships operating in Canadian waters until end of October

In March the government barred ships with more than 500 passengers until July 1

I told you to go to court – Ben Ephson to NDC over new voters’ register

Pollster and Editor of the Daily Dispatch newspaper, Ben Ephson, has asserted that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) could have directed their efforts into helping members acquire the Ghana card or passport instead of demonstrating against the compilation of the new voters’ register.

New Voters Register: Just boycott 2020 general elections – NDC told

In 1992, the NPP and other opposition parties due to suspicions of electoral manipulations and cheating boycotted the parliamentary elections. The paper, ‘stolen verdict’ was written to make a case.

Man 'stoned to death' at 15th century castle in Kent

Police were called to reports of rocks being thrown at the castle in Eynsford, Kent.

Man ‘stoned to death’ on grounds of historic UK castle

A man was “stoned to death” as he walked on the grounds of a historic castle in the UK this week, according to new reports. Local authorities were looking into reports of a “disturbance” on

Harvey Weinstein Raped Four Women, New Lawsuit Alleges

Court documents state that a woman who was 17 years old at the time of her attack is among the accusers.

Harvey Weinstein #MeToo Row: Convicted Offender Raped 4 More Women, Claims A New Lawsuit

There seems to be no end to the Harvey Weinstein row. The convicted sex offender made to the headlines during the widespread #MeToo movement. As the reports now say, a lawsuit claims that Harvey rap

Lil Wayne Ripped For His Response To George Floyd Killing: We Should ‘Place The Blame On Ourselves’

Lil Wayne is the subject of controversy after shocking comments he made about George Floyd in a new interview.

Rapper Lil Wayne on George Floyd: Stop Blaming Whole Police Force, “Bunch of facts we think we know that we don’t know”

Encouraged people to gather all the facts about a situation before staging protests

Missing man believed to be Nanaimo: RCMP

Nanaimo RCMP are looking for 45-year-old Kevin Golze, who was reported missing Tuesday and is believed to be in Nanaimo. Based on information provided by the Bowen Island RCMP, there are concerns. . .

Missing man believed to be in Nanaimo: RCMP

Nanaimo RCMP are looking for 45-year-old Kevin Golze, who was reported missing Tuesday and is believed to be in Nanaimo. Based on information provided by the Bowen Island RCMP, there are concerns. . .

Magoha team wants exams in February next year

The committee recommends that the 1.8 million KCPE and KCSE candidates be given priority to report to schools in September this year.

KCSE & KCPE Exams to be Held February 2021 - Magoha Taskforce Proposes

They suggested that examinations to be taken in February 2021 and schools to be re-opened on...

Assam flood toll rises to three, 2.94 lakh people in 300 villages displaced

Goalpara, bordering Meghalaya, continued to be the worst-hit district and 2.01 lakh people have been forced to take shelter elsewhere.

5 dead in Assam floods; over 3.81 lakh people affected in 7 districts

Nagaland Page is an English newspaper published from Dimapur, Nagaland.

FG to use hotels, schools as isolation centres

Our Reporters The Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, said the Federal Government would require hotels and school dormitories as quarantine and isolation centres because of shortage of hospit...

Coronavirus: FG asks hotels, schools to get ready for isolation of COVID-19 patients

Speaking at the briefing of the presidential task force on COVID-19 on Thursday, Osagie Ehanire, minister of health, asked schools and hotels to be prepared.

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

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

Dalai Lama blames George Floyd’s death on ‘discrimination, racism’ during compassion lecture

The Dalai Lama blamed racism and discrimination for the death of George Floyd while in police custody in Minnesota, which has sparked riots and demonstrations across the country. 

Masari lifts ban on Friday prayers, church services

Governor Aminu Masari of Katsina State has approved the relaxation of the COVID-19 lockdown to allow Muslim faithful observe Friday congregational prayers in the state. The Secretary to the Stat...

Katsina govt relaxes lockdown for Friday prayers, Church services

Governor Aminu Masari of Katsina State has approved for the relaxing of the COVID-19 lockdown to allow Muslim faithful observe Friday prayers

DD News shifts operations to Khelgaon after employee tests positive for Covid-19

The 53-year-old video journalist had last gone to work on May 21 and after he returned home, he started feeling uneasy and took leave.According to an official of DD News, initially they were told that he had a heatstroke and then they learnt he had a heart attack which led to his death

DD News shifts operations to Khelgaon after employee tests positive for COVID-19 posthumously

According to an official of DD News, initially they were told that the employee had a heatstroke and then they learnt he had a heart attack which led to his death. However, when they learnt that he had died due to coronavirus, the areas he may have accessed were sanitised.

Two more coronavirus deaths in Shropshire

Two more patients have died with coronavirus in Shropshire's hospitals, taking the county's death toll to 274.

12 more coronavirus deaths confirmed in Black Country, Birmingham and Staffordshire

A further 12 coronavirus deaths have been confirmed in hospitals across the Black Country, Birmingham and Staffordshire.

Reappraising Ugwuanyi’s five-year stewardship amid Covid-19

Gov. Ugwuanyi has ensured an enduring peace in the state, a cherished feat that has made it possible for the state’s political leaders to unite and....

Opinion: Reappraising Ugwuanyi’s five-year stewardship amid Covid-19 by Louis Amoke

In this piece, Louis Amoke writes on the administration of Enugu state governor,Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi as he celebrates his fifth year in office since he over in 2015

Timing of Boris Johnson’s announcement on allowing group meet-ups questioned

Downing Street has warned the public the new rules will not be in place until Monday.

Timing of Boris Johnson’s announcement on allowing group meet-ups questioned

Downing Street has warned the public the new rules will not be in place until Monday.

Sturgeon urges Scots to enjoy relaxation of lockdown restrictions responsibly

The First Minister spoke at the Scottish Government’s coronavirus briefing as changes came into effect allowing people to meet friends and family.

Sturgeon urges Scots to enjoy relaxation of lockdown restrictions responsibly

The First Minister spoke at the Scottish Government’s coronavirus briefing as changes came into effect allowing people to meet friends and family.

Woman stored dead grandma in freezer to collect her social security checks

A Pennsylvania woman allegedly stored her grandmother’s body in a freezer for several years in order to collect the dead senior’s social security checks, a report said. Cynthia Black, 61, was

Woman stashed grandmother's corpse in freezer for 15 years while collecting social security checks: Police

A Pennsylvania woman has been arrested after authorities say she hid the remains of her grandmother, who died in 2004, to collect social security funds.

Senate Democrats pump brakes on new stimulus checks

House Democrats looking to deliver another round of $1,200 relief checks to Americans are encountering skepticism from an unexpected source — fellow Democrats in the Senate.

Democrats Skeptical Of Second Round Of Stimulus Checks

House Democrats who had hoped to provide Americans with a second $1,200 stimulus check are facing opposition from members of their own party in the Senate.

Tory MP took train from London to North East after displaying coronavirus symptoms

Darlington MP Peter Gibson said he travelled the 250 miles prior to lockdown on advice from the virus helpline because he "had no London address" and had been sleeping in someone's spare room

Darlington MP admits to taking train 225 miles from London to the North East while showing signs of coronavirus infection

Peter Gibson, the Conservative MP for Darlington, County Durham revealed on social media over the weekend that he travelled from London to self-isolate in the North East in March.

DMK moves SC for implementation of 50 pc OBC quota in TN’s share of All India Medical seats

The DMK party has moved the Supreme Court seeking 50 per cent OBC reservation in seats surrendered by Tamil Nadu in the All India Quota for under graduate, post graduate medical and dental courses in

DMK moves SC for implementation of 50% OBC quota in Tamil Nadu's share of All India Medical seats

The party said its plea is directed against the Respondents (Centre, Medical Council of India (MCI) and Tamil Nadu government) denying the implementation of 50 percent OBC policy of the state, other than in central government institutions.

Will distribute 25 lakh sanitary napkins: Mahila Congress

NEW DELHI: The Mahila Congress on Friday said it will distribute 25 lakh personal hygiene kits in Shramik Special trains ferrying migrants labourers to their native states as well as railway stations across the country.Each hygiene kit with a sanitar

Mahila Congress to Distribute 25 Lakh Sanitary Napkins For Migrant Workers' Use in Shramik Special Trains

A day after Menstrual Hygiene Day, Mahila Congress shoulders the responsibilty to distribute 25 lakh personal hygiene kits to be used by migrant workers travelling in Shramik Special trains

SpaceX Starship prototype destroyed after static-fire test

A SpaceX Starship prototype was destroyed in an explosion May 29 shortly after what initially appeared to be a successful static-fire test.

Another SpaceX Starship prototype explodes after an engine test

SpaceX lost another Starship prototype to an explosion during testing this afternoon.

Probe: US Interior official used office for personal gain

The Interior Department's Inspector General found that Assistant Interior Secretary Douglas Domenech reached out to a senior EPA official in person and later by email in 2017 to advocate for Domenech's son-in-law when he was seeking a job at the agency.

Probe: US Interior official used office for personal gain

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A senior Trump administration official misused his office for private gain by capitalizing on his government connections to help get a family member hired at the...

Egypt repatriates stranded 245 nationals from Abu Dhabi

The plane landed in the airport on Thursday evening, coming from the Emirati capital, Abu Dhabi.

Egypt repatriates 245 stranded nationals from Abu Dhabi

The plane landed in the airport on Thursday evening, coming from the Emirati capital, Abu Dhabi.

Three die, 15 injured in Anambra communal clash

Tony Okafor, Awka Three persons were reportedly killed on Friday in a land feud between Urum and Achalla communities in the Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State. This was the second ...

Three feared killed, 15 injured in Anambra communal clash

No fewer than three persons have been reportedly killed and 15 others injured in a land tussle between Urum and Achalla communities in Awka...

Taiwan says its people won't choose dictatorship

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan’s people will neither choose dictatorship nor bow to violence, the government said on Friday, after a senior Chinese general said Beijing reserved the right to use force to prevent the Chinese-claimed island becoming independent.

Taiwan says its people won't choose dictatorship

Taiwan's people will neither choose dictatorship nor bow to violence, the government said on Friday, after a senior Chinese general said Beijing reserved the right to use force to prevent the

High Court hearing after pub's Guinness delivery service was shut down by PSNI

A High Court hearing is due to take place in Belfast today in relation to the PSNI's move to shut down a Guinness delivery van in the city last month.

‘The pint man is back’: Belfast pub resumes delivery service after legal challenge

Hatfield House suspended service after PSNI said it did not comply with licensing laws

Three wounded in shootout in Kiev suburb, 20 detained

Dozens of people, some armed with what appeared to be hunting rifles, clashed in broad daylight on Friday in a residential suburb outside the capital Kiev, and at least three people were wounded, according to officials. The violence, captured in amateur footage taken from surrounding apartment blocks

Three wounded in shootout in Kiev suburb, 20 detained

KIEV (Reuters) - Dozens of people, some armed with what appeared to be hunting rifles, clashed in broad daylight on Friday in a residential suburb outside the capital Kiev, and at least three people were wounded, according to officials.

Fourth Covid-19 guardian award winner is Anton Kritzinger From Armourguard - NZSA

Anton will receive his award for his actions in diffusing a potentially dangerous situation on an Auckland bus during Covid-19 Level 4 lockdown. The nomination from his employer highlighted how good training and a calm demeanour are essential for security guards undertaking their work.

NZSA Announces The Fourth Covid-19 Guardian Award Winners Is Anton Kritzinger From Armourguard

Anton will receive his award for his actions in diffusing a potentially dangerous situation on an Auckland bus during Covid-19 Level 4 lockdown. The nomination from his employer highlighted how good training and a calm demeanour are essential for security guards undertaking their work.

PNC wasn't to stage a walk-out at IPAC meeting - Atik rebukes Nat. Organizer

General Secretary of the People's National Convention (PNC), Atik Mohammed has condemned the party's boycott of the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting with the Electoral Commission on the compilation of a new voters' register.

PNC shouldn't have walked out of IPAC meeting - Atik rebukes National Organiser

General Secretary of the People's National Convention (PNC), Atik Mohammed has condemned the party's boycott of the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting with the Electoral Commission on the compilation of a new voters' register.

Brisbane man charged with possessing child abuse material

A mobile phone was seized from investigators during a search of a home.

Brisbane man charged with possessing child abuse material

A mobile phone was seized from investigators during a search of a home.

Gov Emmanuel commissions 300-bed space Isolation centre

By Chioma Onuegbu, Uyo Governor Udom Emmanuel yesterday commissioned a 300- bed space infectious disease Isolation and treatment center, Ituk Mbang, Uruan local government area as part of activities to mark the first anniversary of his second term in office. Speaking at the inauguration of the project on Friday, Emmanuel assured that the center whichRead More

5th Anniversary: Gov Emmanuel commissions Isolation Center

As part of events to commemorate his fifth anniversary in office, Governor Udom Emmanuel has commissioned the 300- capacity Isolation...

Rivers council chair dies - The Nation Nigeria

Chairman of Asari Toru Local Government Area in Rivers State, Odiari Princewill, is dead. He died on Wednesday at about 10 pm and was buried

Wike's strongman, Asari Toru LGA chair, dies - The Nation

The Chairman of Asari Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State, Odiari Princewill, known as a strong loyalist of the state Governor, Nyesom..

Five years of PMB: We're glad he came our way, by Adesina

Who are the ‘we?’ Speak for yourself only, some cynics would say on merely seeing the headline of this piece.They would add: “You can talk because...

Five years of Buhari: We’re glad he came our way ― Adesina

Who are the ‘we?’ Speak for yourself only, some cynics would say on merely seeing the headline of this piece.

Kenya's Covid-19 Cases Rise to 1,745

Speaking during the daily Covid-19 briefing at Afya House, the CAS announced that...

Kenya records 127 new Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours

17 patients have been discharged from hospital in the last 24 hours bringing the number of recoveries to 438

Oman records 811 new cases, taking total to 9,820

Oman records 811 new cases, taking total to 9,820

Oman records highest number of new COVID-19 cases on Friday

The Sultanate of Oman has, today, recorded the highest number of new COVID-19 cases since the beginning of the pandemic when the first two cases were reported on the 24th of February, 2020.

Murdered Libyan smuggler’s family kill 30 migrants in revenge ― Ministry

The family of a Libyan smuggler killed by migrants have taken revenge by killing 26 Bangladeshis and four Africans, the government said.

'Revenge': Murdered Libyan smuggler's family kills 30 migrants

The family of a Libyan smuggler killed by migrants has killed 30 migrants in a revenge attack, Libya's United Nations-recognised government said.

Obituary: Nagasaki survivor loved life — and won our hearts

Rudi Hoenson had every reason to be an angry man. Taken prisoner as an 18-year-old Dutch soldier in what is now Indonesia, he spent the last 3 1/2 years of the Second World War in slave labour in . . .

Jack Knox: Nagasaki survivor loved life — and won our hearts

Rudi Hoenson had every reason to be an angry man. Taken prisoner as an 18-year-old Dutch soldier in what is now Indonesia, he spent the last 3 1Ú2 years of the Second World War in slave labour in . . .

American Airlines flight attendant criticizes carrier for banning face shields during flights

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American Airlines Flight Attendant Banned from Wearing Face Shield Despite Being Effective Protection Against COVID-19

A flight attendant claimed that she was not allowed to wear a face shield because it does not fit in with American Airlines' 'image standards.'

Top Chinese general says need to keep military option for Taiwan

China News: BEIJING: China needs to keep both peaceful and military options to resolve the "Taiwan issue", a top Chinese general said on Friday.

Top Chinese general says need to keep military option for Taiwan

BEIJING — China needs to keep both peaceful and military options to resolve the “Taiwan issue,” a top Chinese general said on Friday.

Volkswagen says it will have full control of JAC-VW Chinese venture

German automaker Volkswagen will have full management control of its JAC-VW joint venture, the company's China CEO said on Friday.

Volkswagen says it will have full control of JAC-VW Chinese venture

BEIJING/SHANGHAI (Reuters) - German automaker Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) will have full management control of its JAC-VW joint venture, the company’s China CEO said on Friday.

Trump announces probe of Chinese companies listed in US

US President Donald Trump on Friday ordered a probe into the actions of Chinese companies listed on American financial markets as tensions flared anew between the world's two biggest economies. The announcement followed Beijing's move to implement a new security law on semi-autonomous Hong Kong

Donald Trump announces probe of Chinese companies listed in US

Among the largest were e-commerce giant Alibaba, China's largest oil producer PetroChina and Sinopec, the world's largest oil refiner.The announcement followed Beijing's move to implement a new security law on semi-autonomous Hong Kong that critics say would stifle freedom

Research explores the impact of invasive grasses on South Texas landscapes

Scientists writing for the journal Invasive Plant Science and Management say several exotic grass species once grown in South Texas for livestock forage and erosion control have expanded from the areas where they were planted and have become invasive. They now are reducing the region's biodiversity and the habitats available for wildlife.

Research explores the impact of invasive grasses on South Texas landscapes

Scientists writing for the journal Invasive Plant Science and Management say several exotic grass species once grown in South Texas for livestock forage and erosion control have expanded from the areas ...

VOTE: Jersey tournament — (4) Wild original vs. (13) Wild – alt red

Which threads should advance to the next round in the ultimate Minnesota jersey tournament? You decide.

VOTE: Jersey tournament — (4) Lynx – blue vs. (13) Twins – alt blue

Which threads should advance to the next round in the ultimate Minnesota jersey tournament? You decide.

VOTE: Jersey tournament — (4) ‘Brats’ vs. (13) ‘Braun era’ – white

Which threads should advance to the next round in the ultimate Wisconsin jersey tournament? You decide.

How the historic Bosman ruling revolutionised football transfers

Before the Bosman ruling in 1995, clubs could retain the registrations of players even once their contracts finished, and demand transfer fees for them.

Twenty-five years on: Glory for Ajax and the Bosman ruling which changed football

When Patrick Kluivert scored the winner for Ajax in the 1995 Champions League final, it might have been the start of another period of domination in Europe for the fabled Dutch side.

25 years on: Glory for Ajax and the Bosman ruling which changed European football

PARIS: When Patrick Kluivert scored the winner for Ajax in the 1995 Champions League final, it might have been the start of another period of ...

Manchester United 'draw up four-man attacking shortlist'

Manchester United put together a four-man attacking shortlist ahead of the summer transfer window, according to a report.

A closer look at Manchester United's four-man attacking shortlist

Sports Mole takes a closer look at the four-man attacking shortlist Manchester United have reportedly drafted ahead of the summer window.

Report: Arsenal complete first summer signing

Arsenal have reportedly completed their first summer signing in the form of teenage winger George Lewis after Norwegian side Fram Larvik’s sporting director Jostein Jensen told VG that he has agreed a move. Rwanda-born winger Lewis, 19, was initially linked with the Gunners at the beginning of the month – with the wide man having […]Arsenal have reportedly completed their first summer signing in the form of winger George Lewis, according to Fram Larvik's sporting director.

Arsenal complete signing of promising winger after successful trial

Arsenal have reportedly secured their first signing of the summer...

Ambrosie says CFL not interested in partnership with The Spring League

TORONTO — Randy Ambrosie wanted to set the record straight Friday. The CFL commissioner said he did speak via telephone Wednesday with the head of an American developmental football league for about 10 minutes.

Ambrosie says CFL not interested in partnership with The Spring League

TORONTO - Randy Ambrosie wanted to set the record straight Friday.The CFL commissioner said he did speak via telephone Wednesday with the head of an America

League-by-league guide to the return of football around Europe

On Thursday, Italy's sports minister confirmed that Serie A will return on June 20, while La Liga in Spain will resume its season in the week beginning June 8. Here are confirmed restart dates elsewhere.

League-by-league guide to the return of football around Europe

With Switzerland on Friday following Italy's Serie A in setting a date for its return from the coronavirus shutdown, and the English Premier ...

Gagan Narang stresses on mental fitness during lockdown

PTI New Delhi Having achieved success in a sport which, in his words, is 98 percent mental, Olympic bronze-medallist shooter Gagan Narang on Friday emphas

Being mentally fit is very important during lockdown, says Gagan Narang

More sports News: Having achieved success in a sport which, in his words, is 98% mental, Olympic bronze-medallist shooter Gagan Narang on Friday emphasised on the need

Wolves chief Seyi Olofinjana says reported Liverpool target Adama Traore could leave club

Adama Traore has reportedly caught the attention of Liverpool in recent months and Wolves loan chief Seyi Olofinjana has told Goal that the Spanish winger could leave the Midlands club, ahead of the summer window. The Sun have claimed that 24-year-old Traore is being eyed by both Liverpool and Arsenal ahead of the summer window, […]Adama Traore is reportedly attracting interest from Arsenal and Liverpool, and Wolves loan coach Seyi Olofinjana has discussed his future.

Wolves chief reveals Adama Traore 'can leave any day' amid Liverpool & Man United interest

Wolverhampton Wanderers transfer news - Adama Traore is attracting interest from Premier League clubs Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City

Football wants clarity on stadium rebuild for Women's World Cup bid

FFA asks Berejiklian government to consider delay until late 2023 ahead of FIFA vote to decide who will host Women's World Cup.

Football wants clarity on stadium rebuild for Women's World Cup bid

FFA asks Berejiklian government to consider delay until late 2023 ahead of FIFA vote to decide who will host Women's World Cup.

NBA Insider Suggests League Will Make Playoff Plan With 1 Player In Mind

ESPN insider Brian Windhorst believes the NBA will make its playoff plan with Pelicans forward Zion Williamson in mind.

NBA To ‘Make Sure’ Zion Williamson Involved in Playoff Plan, Per NBA Insider

(Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) The NBA is reportedly working to

FIFA sees a different game until Covid-19 vaccine is developed

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FIFA sees a different game until Covid-19 vaccine is developed

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MS Dhoni retiring would be equivalent to Cristiano Ronaldo leaving Football, opines Monty Panesar

England’s Monty Panesar believes that MS Dhoni’s potential retirement could end up creating a ripple in the sport of cricket and went on to compare it with the hypothetical scenario of Cristiano Ronaldo leaving Football. Panesar also labeled Dhoni as one of the best cricketers of all time.

Monty Panesar describes Dhoni's retirement scenario, cites example of football megastar Cristiano Ronaldo

Seahawks' L.J. Collier pledges redemption after down 2019 debut

L.J. Collier, the Seahawks' 2019 first-round pick, is eager to prove himself in Seattle's pass rush after a disappointing debut.

Seahawks' L.J. Collier pledges redemption after down 2019 debut

L.J. Collier, the Seahawks' 2019 first-round pick, is eager to prove himself in Seattle's pass rush after a disappointing debut.

Danish fans take in soccer match on giant Zoom wall

Home team AGF Arhus described the setup as the world's first "virtual grandstand."

Football fans take usual places via Zoom as matches restart in Denmark – video

The home side had little to cheer for most of the match, but AGF Aarhus bagged a stoppage-time equaliser, sending fans watching via Zoom into raptures

Two-time world champion Gary Anderson storms into PDC Home Tour semi-finals

The Scot had another perfect night on the oche.

Two-time world champion Gary Anderson storms into PDC Home Tour semi-finals

The Scot had another perfect night on the oche.

Coronavirus in football: What has been cancelled? What has restarted?

The Premier League is set to return on June 17.

Coronavirus in football: What has been cancelled? What is still taking place?

The Premier League is set to return on June 17.

Botham feels Kohli right ‘guy’ to take Indian cricket forward

London: Legendary English all-rounder Ian Botham says captain Virat Kohli is the "right guy" to take Indian cricket forward but rates Ben Stokes as the world's best player at the moment."Virat takes the game to the opposition, he takes a stand for hi

Virat Kohli 'right guy' to take Indian cricket forward, Ben Stokes best cricketer in the world, opines Ian Botham

Legendary English all-rounder Ian Botham says captain Virat Kohli is the

De Kock, Ngidi dominate nominations for CSA Awards

Quinton de Kock and Lungi Ngidi have dominated the nominations for the 2019/20 Cricket South Africa Awards men's categories.

De Kock, Ngidi, Kapp and Wolvaardt headline CSA awards nominees list

We might be in lockdown, but the competition will be as tough as ever in the upcoming Cricket South Africa awards.

Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins ranks himself ahead of Julio Jones, Michael Thomas

May 28 (UPI) -- New Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins believes he's the best pass-catcher in the NFL, ranking himself ahead of Atlanta Falcons star Julio Jones and New Orleans Saints wideout Michael Thomas.

Deandre Hopkins says he – not Michael Thomas or Julio Jones – is the best wideout in the NFL

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins said this week that the title of 'NFL's best receiver' belongs to him. Is he correct?

Leeds United handed transfer boost in race for ex-Derby County star as restart given green light

Derby County transfer news: All the latest news and views from Pride Park on Friday, May 29 2020 as the coronavirus pandemic continues to suspend the Championship season

Morgan Whittaker's Derby County journey and why Wayne Rooney & Manchester United played a huge part

Derby County news: Morgan Whittaker has revealed how Man Utd and the Rams' current skipper Wayne Rooney played a big part in him signing for the club a decade ago

Leipzig boss Nagelsmann confident of achieving club’s best ever season

BERLIN, May 29 — RB Leipzig will continue in their pursuit of their best ever Bundesliga points tally when they travel to Cologne on Monday, manager Julian Nagelsmann said today. Leipzig, who have 55 points from 28 games, are 12 points away from their best ever Bundesliga points tally of 67 which...

Football: Leipzig boss Nagelsmann confident of achieving club's best ever season

RB Leipzig will continue in their pursuit of their best ever Bundesliga points tally when they travel to Cologne on Monday, manager Julian ...

Linebacker Matt Judon Makes Decision on Ravens’ Franchise Tag

The Ravens have made it clear they intend to keep linebacker Matt Judon around for the long haul. Here's the latest on Judon's decision.

Matthew Judon signs franchise tag to stay with Baltimore Ravens

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Matthew Judon, tagged in March, is set to earn around $16.3million in 2020.

No room for error: fallen giants Werder Bremen battle to stay up

They have spent more seasons in the Bundesliga than any other club but now Werder Bremen have just seven games left to avoid a humiliating relegation that would see them follow the same path to the second division taken by fallen German giants Hamburg and Stuttgart in recent years.

No room for error: fallen giants Werder Bremen battle to stay up

BERLIN - They have spent more seasons in the Bundesliga than any other club but now Werder Bremen have just seven games left to avoid a humiliating relegation that would see them follow the same path

Evan Dunham, Herbert Burns agree to 150-pound catchweight at UFC 250

Evan Dunham announced his retirement from the sport in Sept. 2018, and returns to face another Brazilian in the UFC.

Report: Evan Dunham vs. Herbert Burns catchweight fight added to UFC 250

Veteran Evan Dunham will reportedly meet Herbert Burns on June 6.

'You don't give Mike Tyson a script': Chris Jericho on boxing legend's AEW appearance

Chris Jericho explains how the AEW segment with Mike Tyson came together, his thoughts on Henry Cejudo's appearance and the Stadium Stampede match.

"It's not up to him, that's up to me": Chris Jericho on a possible match with Mike Tyson

Does "Le Champion" believe that Mike Tyson is capable of putting on a decent wrestling match?

Scarwafa Co-Housing / Krft

Completed in 2016 in Ámsterdam, The Netherlands. Images by Christian van der Kooy. Scarwafa (an acronym for the 6 owners) is a small-scale cohousing project of 3 befriended young families, who acquired three neighboring plots in the...

Scarwafa Co-Housing / Krft

Completed in 2016 in Ámsterdam, The Netherlands. Images by Christian van der Kooy. Scarwafa (an acronym for the 6 owners) is a small-scale cohousing project of 3 befriended young families, who acquired three neighboring plots in the...

50% chance area of low pressure will develop in next 48 hours: NHC

The National Hurricane Center says there's a 50% chance that an area of low pressure will develop over the next 48 hours.

60% chance area of low pressure will develop in next 48 hours: NHC

The National Hurricane Center says there's a 60% chance that an area of low pressure will develop over the next 48 hours.

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

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

Scots pensioner went for five days without food because she was scared to leave her flat during lockdown

Charity bosses have since stepped in and rescued the woman after she was found starving in her flat on the top floor of a tenement.

Southwest Airlines CEO sees low-fare environment when traffic returns

Southwest Airlines Co Chief Executive Officer Gary Kelly said on Friday he expects a “brutal low-fare” environment when traffic returns after coronavirus-induced restrictions ease.

Southwest Airlines CEO sees low-fare environment when traffic returns

(Reuters) - Southwest Airlines Co (LUV.N) Chief Executive Officer Gary Kelly said on Friday he expects a “brutal low-fare” environment when traffic returns after coronavirus-induced restrictions ease.

Reds' Trevor Bauer, ex-MLB pitcher Kyle Lohse spar over negotiating tactics

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer found himself in a new feud on social media – this time with retired pitcher Kyle Lohse over the league’s players union’s fight with owners over compensation for 2020.

Trevor Bauer-Kyle Lohse’s MLB labor feud takes wild turn: ‘Sexist’

MLB players’ unhappiness with the latest salary proposal from the game’s owners, and how they have handled themselves in the process, are now pitting pitchers of different eras against each other

Arteta promotes two academy stars to first-team training ahead of Man City game

Will they get some game time?

Mikel Arteta promotes ‘pacey’ attacking prospect to Arsenal first-team training

Arsenal have promoted another academy prospect to first-team training...

David Ono to host town hall on anti-Asian bias and COVID-19

David Ono is hosting an Asian American Journalists Association virtual town hall on anti-Asian bias and COVID-19.

David Ono hosts town hall on anti-Asian bias and COVID-19

David Ono hosted an Asian American Journalists Association virtual town hall on anti-Asian bias and COVID-19.

UFC, NASCAR at Bristol lead weeked sports slate

May 29 (UPI) -- American welterweight Tyron Woodley will make his Octagon return for UFC Fight Night against Gilbert Burns on Saturday as one of the highlights of this sports weekend, which also includes live soccer, baseball and NASCAR.

UFC, NASCAR at Bristol lead weekend sports slate

May 29 (UPI) -- American welterweight Tyron Woodley will make his Octagon return for UFC Fight Night against Gilbert Burns on Saturday as one of the highlights of this sports weekend, which also includes live soccer, baseball and NASCAR.

Players’ player of the year (2007/2008) – Cristiano Ronaldo

The Manchester United forward was a two-time winner of the award.

Players’ player of the year (2007/2008) – Cristiano Ronaldo

The Manchester United forward was a two-time winner of the award.

Arsenal 2020/21 Away Kit Leaked?

Arsenal appear to be the one of latest clubs to see one their reported kits for next season being leaked, with images of what is said to be their away strip for the 2020/21 campaign making the rounds on social media. Check it out!

Photo – Arsenal’s new ‘blood-spattered’ away kit is leaked online

Photo - Arsenal's new 'blood-spattered' away kit is leaked online

Live and loud: Eagles, Dockers fans get free-to-air win from AFL

West Australian football fans will have something to cheer about finally when the AFL releases its television schedule for the quartet of rounds that restart season 2020.  

Live and loud: Eagles, Dockers fans get free-to-air win from AFL

West Australian football fans will have something to cheer about finally when the AFL releases its television schedule for the quartet of rounds that restart season 2020.  

Manchester United have been handed an opportunity to do what Sir Alex Ferguson did

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is preparing his Man Utd squad for the resumption of their Premier League campaign after the covid-19 shutdown.

"We wondered if he knew what he was doing" Steve Bruce on EPL legend Sir Alex Ferguson

EPL great Steve Bruce describes the atmosphere at Manchester United under a young Sir Alex Ferguson.

Jurgen Klinsmann in awe of ‘absolutely exceptional’ Spurs man

Tottenham Hotspur cult hero Jurgen Klinsmann is confident that Spurs have a bright future ahead of them with Jose Mourinho in charge, as quoted by talkSPORT. Mourinho took the Tottenham reins back in November as Spurs moved quickly to secure Mauricio Pochettino’s successor. To date, the Portuguese has taken charge of 26 games for his […]Tottenham Hotspur cult hero Jurgen Klinsmann is confident that Spurs have a bright future ahead of them with Jose Mourinho in charge.

‘So, so talented’: Jurgen Klinsmann raves about ‘exceptional’ Spurs player

Tottenham Hotspur cult hero Jurgen Klinsmann has waxed lyrical about Spurs striker Harry Kane and believes he’ll be able to win trophies under Jose Mourinho (talkSPORT). The 26-year-old has been sensational for Tottenham and England over the past few years, coming through the Spurs ranks and becoming an indispensable player for club and country. To […]Tottenham Hotspur cult hero Jurgen Klinsmann has waxed lyrical about Spurs striker Harry Kane and thinks he'll be able to win trophies under Jose Mourinho.

John McGinn: Aston Villa have to adapt quickly

John McGinn admits Villa’s players must adapt quickly to playing without fans’ backing when the Premier League resumes.

Aston Villa made a guarantee to John McGinn that Celtic couldn't match

Aston Villa beat Celtic to the key signing of John McGinn in the summer of 2018 - and what a bargain the Scottish international has proven to be

Peter Siddle signs two-year contract with Tasmanian Tigers

The 35-year-old pacer, who bid adieu to international cricket in December last year after snaring 221 wickets in 67 Tests, said he would look to "play good cricket" and "develop his coaching skills".

Peter Siddle ends 15-year stint with Victoria, signs up with Tasmanian Tigers

Siddle, who bid adieu to international cricket in December last year after snaring 221 wickets in 67 Tests, said he would look to

Arsenal drop scouting bombshell as 10 contracts terminated amid cutbacks

EXCLUSIVE: 10 scouts who helped discover the likes of Bukayo Saka, Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Reiss Nelson have been told that their contracts won't be renewed amid cutbacks

Arsenal drop scouting bombshell as 10 contracts terminated amid cutbacks

EXCLUSIVE: 10 scouts who helped discover the likes of Bukayo Saka, Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Reiss Nelson have been told that their contracts won't be renewed amid cutbacks

Team Ireland Athlete's Commission call for exemptions for Olympic athletes

The Team Ireland Athlete's Commissions has today called for minor exemptions to be made for Tokyo focused athletes in order to support their...

Athletes back Olympic Federation of Ireland call for Covid-19 restrictions to be eased to assist Irish Olympians

Athletes back the Olympic Federation of Ireland's call for exemptions to current Covid-19 restrictions to assist competitors training for the Tokyo Games.

Cyclone Amphan: Shah Rukh Khan announces aid initiatives

Cyclone Amphan has claimed 98 lives in West Bengal

Cyclone Amphan: Shah Rukh Khan announces several initiatives for relief work in West Bengal

 Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Friday announced a series of initiatives to help those affected by Cyclone Amphan in West Bengal. The 53-year-old actor has taken the help of IPL franchise Kolkata Knight

Bruno Fernandes hits back at Man Utd teammate Nemanja Matic over Sporting jibe

Matic recently taunted his teammate with a dig about former club Benfica's dominance over Fernandes' old side Sporting - and the Portugal star has now responded

Video: Nemanja Matic hilariously trolls Man Utd teammate Bruno Fernandes during training

Matic with the W...

Afghanistan to Play Test Against Australia in November

Afghanistan’s national cricket team is scheduled to play a one-off test match against Australia in Perth from November 21 to November 25, the Afghanistan Cricket Board said in a statement o

Afghanistan to Play Test Against Australia in November

Afghanistan’s national cricket team is scheduled to play a one-off test match against Australia in Perth from November 21 to November 25, the Afghanistan Cricket Board said in a statement o

FA Cup final rescheduled for August 1

Provisional dates for the final three FA Cup rounds of the season have been set.

2019-20 FA Cup final rescheduled for August 1st

Quarter-finals to be played June 27th-28th with semis at Wembley on July 11th-12th

Mexico nabs gang chief allegedly behind US journalist attack

MEXICO CITY — Authorities in northern Mexico said Friday they arrested a gang leader allegedly involved in as many as 50 killings and an attack on a U.S. journalist.

Mexico nabs gang chief allegedly behind US journalist attack

MEXICO CITY — Authorities in northern Mexico said Friday they arrested a gang leader allegedly involved in as many as 50 killings and an attack on a U.S. journalist. Prosecutors in Chihuahua state identified the suspect only by his given names, Omar Alfredo, alias “El Fredy,” in keeping with privacy laws. The office alleged the …

Arsenal: Victor Osimhen transfer has become a joke overnight

Arsenal may need help at striker for next season and Victor Osimhen looked to be a good idea. But recent reports have turned him into a joke. The striker s...

Arsenal line up Victor Osimhen as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang replacement?

Arsenal reportedly identify Lille forward Victor Osimhen as a potential replacement for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

The perfect Jack Grealish replacement is right under Aston Villa's nose

Saïd Benrahma, who was signed by Dean Smith for Brentford for around £1.5 million, is attracting considerable attention. Simon Yaffe believes Villa should be paying very close attention

Aston Villa's maverick duo of Jack Grealish & John McGinn hold key to Project Restart success

Aston Villa opinion | Things may seem bleak, but AVFC have a one-two punch that most cannot match

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer names dream six-a-side team made up of Man Utd legends

The Red Devils manager chose a star-studded team of club legends he lined up alongside - including Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and record appearance holder Ryan Giggs

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer names dream six-a-side team made up of Man Utd legends

The Red Devils manager chose a star-studded team of club legends he lined up alongside - including Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and record appearance holder Ryan Giggs

Four McIntosh-trained horses win Woodbine Mohawk Park qualifying events

CAMPBELLVILLE, Ont. — It was a productive day at the track for driver Trevor Henry and trainer Bob McIntosh. Henry, of Arthur, Ont., drove four horses trained by Hall of Famer McIntosh, of Leamington, Ont.

Four McIntosh-trained horses win Woodbine Mohawk Park qualifying events

CAMPBELLVILLE, Ont. - It was a productive day at the track for driver Trevor Henry and trainer Bob McIntosh.Henry, of Arthur, Ont., drove four horses traine

Dominic Cummings hilariously mocked as fan buys cardboard cutout to sit at rugby match… 10,500 miles away in Sydney

DOMINIC CUMMINGS has further risked the wrath of the nation… after appearing at a rugby match 10,500 miles away in Sydney. The Prime Minister’s most senior adviser has been heavily crit…

'That's got to be a breach of the travel restrictions!': Dominic Cummings is spotted at rugby match in AUSTRALIA after cheeky fan paid £12 to have his cardboard cut-out placed in the stands

The government adviser was criticised for making a 260-mile trip to Durham in April to see his parents while his wife had coronavirus symptoms and refused to apologise for doing so.

Agent Scott Boras urges clients not to 'bail out' MLB club owners

Agent Scott Boras recommends his clients refuse Major League Baseball’s attempt to cut salaries during negotiations with the players’ association, claiming

Boras to clients in memo: Don't bail out baseball owners

NEW YORK (AP) — Agent Scott Boras recommends his clients refuse Major League Baseball’s attempt to cut salaries during negotiations with the players’ association, claiming team financial issues caused by the coronavirus pandemic have their origin in management debt financing.In an email obtained by The Associated Press, Boras wrote that players should not alter terms of the March 26 agreement between MLB and the union that called for players to reduce their salaries to a prorated rate based on a shortened season. MLB on Tuesday proposed a series of tiered reductions that would cause top stars to receive the biggest cuts.“Remember, games cannot be played without you,” Boras wrote. “Players should not agree to fur

The Buildup - Quigley's 5 Favourite Fights & Our GAA Quiz

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where in recent times we've trying to keep you entertained with interesting discussions, quizzes, and ...

The Buildup - Quigley's 5 Favourite Fights & Our GAA Quiz

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where in recent times we've trying to keep you entertained with interesting discussions, quizzes, and ...

Black Caps, White Ferns set for Australian matches

Cricket Australia has announced a full schedule for the 2020-21 summer, including matches against the New Zealand men's and women's sides. Although...

Black Caps, White Ferns set for Australian matches

Cricket Australia has announced a full schedule for the 2020-21 summer, including matches against the New Zealand men's and women's sides. Although...

Sports Minister challenges Rohr on Eagles - The Nation Nigeria

Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare has run the rules on what the Super Eagles head coach, Gernot Rohr must do following the extension...

Rohr: Simon salutes NFF on new contract - The Nation Nigeria

Nantes' winger Moses Simon has praised the Nigeria Football Federation(NFF) for renewing the contract of  Super Eagles’ chief coach Gernot Rohr for....

Alabama worker killed in wood chipper: report

A worker in Alabama died Wednesday after he was pulled in by a wood chipper, a report said.

Police: Alabama worker killed trying to unjam wood chipper

A man in Alabama died when he got caught in a wood chipper that got jammed at his workplace, police said.

U.S. high court rejects church challenges to state pandemic rules

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected challenges on Friday to curbs on religious services in California and Illinois during the coronavirus pandemic. In the California dispute, the nine justices split 5-4 in rejecting a bid by South Bay United Pentecostal Church in Chula Vista to block the rules issued by

U.S. high court rejects church challenge to Illinois pandemic rules

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday rejected a challenge to Illinois’ restrictions on religious services during the coronavirus pandemic, noting that the state had lifted the limits in question.

Tobacco giants BATSA and JTI head to court over tobacco ban

The largest tobacco manufacturers based in South Africa, Japan Tobacco International and British American Tobacco South Africa, have joined civil society groups in launching legal action against the maintenance of the tobacco ban. With Level 3 relaxations looming, the gloves are coming off.

It’s lit now! British American Tobacco heads to court over cigarette sale ban

Government has come under fire from smokers around the country for refusing to allow the sale of cigarettes from Monday – when the country moves to level 3 lockdown - but giving alcohol the green light.

RNC chairwoman proposes convention safety protocols amid feud with NC governor

The Republican National Committee sent a letter to North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) on Thursday outlining safety protocols the party is ready to adopt so it can hold a full in-person national

RNC sends letter detailing safety conditions for 2020 convention, wants response from NC governor by June 3

The Republican National Committee has sent a letter to North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, detailing safety conditions for an August convention in Charlotte, and want a response by June 3.

Arrest made after California homeless fed poisoned food

SANTA ANA, Calif. — One person was arrested after eight homeless people were given poisoned food that sent several to the hospital, Southern California authorities said Friday. The poisonings occurred over the course of about a week in mid-May in Huntington Beach in Orange County south of Los Angeles, authorities said. The victims were given …

Arrest made after California homeless fed poisoned food

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

Abiodun: covenant-keeping reformer at 60 - The Nation Nigeria

His mastery of the art of governance is already manifesting in his infrastructural development programmes with the establishment of Ogun State Public...

Dapo Abiodun: An Omoluwabi governor at 60 - The Nation Nigeria

When Prince Dapo Abiodun was, on the occasion of his 59th birthday, sworn-in as the Governor of Ogun State on May 29, 2019, he made some solemn....

Big 12 revenue distribution down only slightly amid pandemic

The Big 12's revenue distribution to its 10 schools decreased only slightly because of the pandemic that led to the cancellation of spring sports, though there is still plenty of uncertainty ahead.

Big 12 revenue distribution down only slightly amid pandemic

The Big 12's revenue distribution to its 10 schools decreased only slightly because of the pandemic that led to the cancellation of spring sports.

Human rights Commission asks governors to address the needs of almajiri kids

The National Human Rights Commission has asked northern governors to rehabilitate Almajiri children.

Commission Urges Northern State Governments In Nigeria To Address Almajiri Problem

In a statement by its Executive Secretary, Mr Tony Ojukwu, the NHRC noted that almajiris were exposed to increased vulnerabilities and risks including death, trafficking, kidnapping, drug use and addiction, recruitment into terrorism, violent crimes, sexual and other forms of assault and forced/child marriages.

Cuomo: Businesses can deny entry to consumers with no masks

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Thursday he would sign an executive order that gives private businesses the right to deny entrance to anyone who does not wear a facemask.

New York's Cuomo says businesses can turn away people not wearing masks

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said he would sign an executive order on Thursday authorizing businesses to deny entry to anyone who does not wear ...

Akwa Ibom Governor speaks on NDDC director’s death

The Akwa Ibom governor, Udom Emmanuel, has said that the government and people of the state would require answers to certain questions on the death of Ibanga Etang, the acting director of finance in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

Gov Emmanuel vows to investigate NDDC director’s death

Gov Emmanuel has vowed to investigate the sudden death of the Ag Executive Director, Fin and Admin of the NDDC, Ibanga Bassey Etang.

Ex-Indiana prisons worker charged with murder in stabbings

INDIANAPOLIS — A former Indiana Department of Correction worker is charged with murder and other offences in the stabbing earlier this month of three people, two of them fatally, according to documents released Friday during a hearing.

Ex-Indiana prisons worker charged with murder in stabbings

INDIANAPOLIS — A former Indiana Department of Correction worker is charged with murder and other offences in the stabbing earlier this month of three people, two of them fatally, according to documents released Friday during a hearing. Kristen L. Wolf, 28, of Madison, is charged with murder in the May 11 stabbing deaths of Victoria …

Maui police seeking help finding missing Wailuku man, 27 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Maui Police Department has requested the public’s assistance in finding a 27-year-old man whose last known residence was in the Wailuku area.

Maui police searching for visitor from California who allegedly violated travel quarantine | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Maui police are seeking the public’s help in locating 36-year-old Joaquin Pelayo of California who allegedly violated the 14-day travel quarantine under the emergency order.

Trump administration to study ways to protect for U.S. investors from Chinese firms

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Trump administration will study ways to safeguard Americans from the risks of investing in Chinese companies, U.S. president Donald Trump said on Friday, ratcheting up pressure on the firms to comply with U.S. accounting and disclosure rules.

Trump administration to study ways to protect for U.S. investors from Chinese firms

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration will study ways to safeguard Americans from the risks of investing in Chinese companies, U.

Mexico’s other epidemic: Murdered women

In Mexico City, feminist groups spray-painted the names of Mexico's murdered women on the pavement of the Zócalo, the capital city's enormous main square, during the International Women's Day March.

Mexico's other epidemic: 10 women murdered a day

May 29 (UPI) -- Domestic violence has spiked in Mexico during its coronavirus-related lockdown. According to a national network of women's shelters, calls for help were up 60 percent in April.

Show Evidence Kogi Is Coronavirus-free, NMA Tackles Governor Yahaya Bello

It is expected that the state government should give Nigerians evidence that they have tested hundreds of people and could not find a case of coronavirus.

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

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

Escaped Colorado inmates pretended to be immigrants

The U.S. Border Patrol says two men who escaped from a Colorado prison said they were Mexican immigrants who wished to be deported when agents patrolling the U.S.-Mexico border found them.

Escaped Colorado inmates pretended to be immigrants

The U.S. Border Patrol says two men who escaped from a Colorado prison said they were Mexican immigrants who wished to be deported when agents patrolling the U.S.-Mexico border found them.

Naked Florida man spent 24 hours vandalizing school, police say

Investigators say a 21-year-old naked man broke into a South Florida high school and spent almost 24 hours vandalizing the building.

Florida man spent 24 hours vandalizing high school in the nude

Miramar, Florida police arrested Matthew Crandall, 21, for allegedly breaking into Miramar High School and smashing up the place. He wore only a hat and headphones as he destroyed computers and TVs…

Akwa Ibom Assembly suspends two local government chairpersons

The chairpersons of two local government areas in Akwa Ibom State have been suspended indefinitely from office by the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly.

Akwa Ibom Assembly suspends two council chairmen over misconduct

Patrick Odey, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has suspended the Chairman of Nsit Atai Local Government, Emem Ibanga, and her counterpart in Uyo, Imo Okon. The duo were suspended indefin...

Law Enforcement Files Discredit Brian Kemp’s Accusation That Democrats Tried to Hack the Georgia Election

Kemp’s explosive allegation, just days before the closely contested 2018 election, drew wide attention. But newly released documents show that there was no such hack.

Law Enforcement Files Discredit Brian Kemp’s Accusation That Democrats Tried to Hack the Georgia Election

This story first appeared at ProPublica and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for...

COVID-19: China evacuates 325 of its citizens from Nigeria

France, the UK, and the US are among the countries that have also evacuated their nationals from Nigeria since the beginning of the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19: 325 Chinese nationals evacuated from Nigeria

325 Chinese Nationals have been evacuated from Nigeria in a plane headed for Shanghai, due to the lingering Coronavirus pandemic. China has evacuated 325 of its citizens from Nigeria via an Air Peace flight that was

Family petitions Ugwuanyi, IG over 70-year-old woman’s death

Raphael Ede, Enugu The family of one Lady Eucharia Ugwu from Itchi in the Igbo-Eze South Local Government Area of Enugu State has appealed to Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and the Inspector-General of...

Family Petitions Enugu Governor, IGP Over 70-year-old Woman’s Death

Since she was living alone, nobody saw or heard her shouting. It was after two days that her corpse was discovered.

House Democrats demand probes of police killings of black Americans

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Democratic-controlled U.S. House Judiciary Committee on Thursday asked the Justice Department to investigate systemic police misconduct following a spate of high-profile police killings of African Americans.

US House Democrats demand probes of police killings of black Americans

WASHINGTON, May 29 — The Democratic-controlled US House Judiciary Committee yesterday asked the Justice Department to investigate systemic police misconduct following a spate of high-profile police killings of African Americans. The killings of George Floyd in Minneapolis, who died when a white...

Justin Gaethje plans to continue ‘legendary’ UFC run by taking out Khabib, then Conor McGregor

After knocking out Tony Ferguson at UFC 249, Justin Gaethje wants to continue on a ‘legendary’ UFC run by first defeating Khabib Nurmagomedov, then Conor McGregor,

Justin Gaethje’s plan? Dethrone Khabib and then defend lightweight title against McGregor

"When I beat Khabib and I beat Conor, what run in the history of the sport has been better?"

FFA boss confirms A-League hub will be in NSW

Fixtures between Melbourne Victory, City and Western United may be played in Victoria before the trio head north to NSW hub.

FFA boss confirms A-League hub will be in NSW

Fixtures between Melbourne Victory, City and Western United may be played in Victoria before the trio head north to NSW hub.

How will Europe's 'Big Five' look after the restart?

Football fans in England and Italy received the news they had been waiting for on after the Premier League and Serie A got restart dates.

How will Europe's 'Big Five' look after the restart?

Football News: Football fans in England and Italy received the news they had been waiting for on Thursday after the Premier League and Serie A got restart dates for

Paul Merson pays Spurs compliment, has a message for Jose Mourinho

Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson says Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho will have to show how good a coach he is and start bringing young players through at Spurs in wake of financial uncertainty within the football industry. With most football worldwide currently at a standstill since March due to the global health crisis, the […]Tottenham Hotspur have some great youngsters in their ranks and Spurs boss Jose Mourinho needs to step up and make them better, says Paul Merson.

VIDEO: Jose Mourinho oversees Spurs training ahead of PL return

Jose Mourinho oversaw Spurs' training session after it was confirmed that the Premier League will return on June 17. Tottenham will not play until the weekend though.

Premiership will not trial World Rugby laws aimed at limiting coronavirus spread

Premiership Rugby has confirmed it will not be taking part in World Rugby's trial of new laws to limit coronavirus transmission.

'Don't anticipate any law changes': Premiership, RFU and WRU set to ignore World Rugby's 10 Covid laws

World Rugby unveiled 10 optional law changes on Thursday but they haven’t been warmly received by the Premiership, RFU and WRU.

Football is back – but how will it work?

Two midweek matches will take place before the first full round of games over the weekend of June 19-21.

Football is back – but how will it work?

Two midweek matches will take place before the first full round of games over the weekend of June 19-21.

Coronavirus: Hughton welcomes Premier League return and pressures of 'mini-tournament'

Chris Hughton is delighted the Premier League has been cleared to resume after months of being suspended.

Coronavirus: Hughton welcomes Premier League return and pressures of 'mini-tournament'

The return of the Premier League is "brilliant news" and the remainder of the season could be an int...

'A world of uncertainty': Waratahs sweat on revised broadcast deal as changes loom

Until Rugby Australia can provide greater clarity on a new broadcast deal with Fox Sports, the Waratahs and other franchises will remain in limbo.

'A world of uncertainty': Waratahs sweat on revised broadcast deal as changes loom

Until Rugby Australia can provide greater clarity on a new broadcast deal with Fox Sports, the Waratahs and other franchises will remain in limbo.

I Told Dravid he Was Not Out After ODI in 1996: Latif

Latif added after Dravid was given out, he had asked the former if he was out, to which his response was 'no'.

I told Dravid he was not out after ODI in 1996: Latif

Cricket News: Former Indian batting great Rahul Dravid was known to rarely show any dissent if he was wrongly given out by the umpire and one such occasion was famo

At Dodger Stadium, Fogerty plays 'Centerfield'

LOS ANGELES -- It was "Centerfield" in center field, literally, for ageless rocker John Fogerty at Dodger Stadium on Thursday. To celebrate his 75th birthday, Fogerty played his iconic baseball-themed anthem in the outfield with his family as his backing band.

Creedence Clearwater Revival’s John Fogerty Finally Performs ‘Centerfield’ At Dodger Stadium

Creedence Clearwater Revival's John Fogerty is finally living out a dream. On his 75th birthday (May 28), the rock icon got to play CCR's beloved tune "Centerfield" on an actual centre field at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. In a sweet post to social media, Fogerty revealed he and his three children played the track…

Race-by-race tips and preview for Rosehill on Saturday

The 2000m staying test of the Lord Mayors Cup headlines a nine-race card in Sydney's west.

Race-by-race tips and preview for Rosehill on Saturday

The 2000m staying test of the Lord Mayors Cup headlines a nine-race card in Sydney's west.

Coach Favre has more questions to answer

Bundesliga: Borussia Dortmund and coach Favre facing tough questions after Bayern’s ‘big step’

Dortmund should pick up three much-needed points at bottom side Paderborn

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A tough call: Minor league umps squeezed as lost year looms

Any other May weekend, Trevor Dannegger might’ve been in Hartford or Richmond or Akron on a Double-A diamond, wrangling players, coaches and managers.

A tough call: Minor league umps squeezed as lost year looms

Any other May weekend, Trevor Dannegger might’ve been in Hartford or Richmond or Akron on a Double-A diamond, wrangling players, coaches and managers.

Austrian leaders Linz docked six points for breaking coronavirus rules

Austrian league leaders LASK Linz have had six points deducted for breaking coronavirus rules regarding training sessions, the APA news agency and ...

Austrian leaders LASK Linz docked six points for breaking coronavirus rules

Austrian league leaders LASK Linz have had six points deducted for breaking coronavirus rules regarding training sessions.

Tough words, little drama, familiar champ in virtual bee

The upstart ex-spellers who launched an online spelling bee to fill the void left by the cancelled Scripps National Spelling Bee had little trouble running

Tough words, little drama, familiar champ in virtual bee

The SpellPundit bee concluded on the same night Scripps would have held its grand finale inside a packed convention center ballroom on the Potomac River outside Washington.

League expects coaches to return to team facilities soon

NEW YORK (Reuters) - NFL teams may be able to bring back members of their coaching staff as early as next week, Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a memo distributed to teams on Thursday.

League expects coaches to return to team facilities soon

NEW YORK — NFL teams may be able to bring back members of their coaching staff as early as next week, Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a memo distributed to teams on Thursday.

ICC defers T20 World Cup discussion, English domestic season delayed

LONDON: The suspense over the fate of this year's Twenty20 World Cup in Australia continued on Thursday after the International Cricket Council ...

ICC defers T20 World Cup discussion, English domestic season delayed

The suspense over the fate of this year's Twenty20 World Cup in Australia continued on Thursday after the International Cricket Council (ICC) deferred all discussions to its next board meeting on

James nearly joined Leeds over Man Utd but Swansea didn't trust them to pay up

Things could have been so different

Ex-Swansea chief opens up on how Daniel James ended up at Manchester United and not Leeds

James looked set to join Leeds United on transfer deadline day in January 2019, but the deal fell through at the 11th hour

Late Late show viewers have raised an incredible €6 million for Irish charities

Viewers of The Late Late Show on RTE One have shown their amazingly generous side and have donated over €6 million to Irish charitable causes since...

'An emotional, difficult season': Late Late Show viewers donate over €6m to charities

Viewers of the Late Late Show donated over €6 million to Irish charities since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Majority of NBA GMs vote to restart season by going straight to playoffs

In a survey of all 30 NBA general managers, which was viewed by ESPN, 16 said they would prefer the league come back with just the typical 16 playoff teams, with the teams and seeds based on the standings when the season was suspended March 12.

Majority of NBA GMs vote to restart season by going straight to playoffs

In a survey of all 30 NBA general managers, which was viewed by ESPN, 16 said they would prefer the league come back with just the typical 16 playoff teams, with the teams and seeds based on the standings when the season was suspended March 12.

Cowboys DE Aldon Smith 'still feels great' despite layoff

Aldon Smith has not played in an NFL game since Nov. 10, 2015, with the Raiders, but the Cowboys defensive end does not believe his absence will impact his ability to rush the passer in his 2020 return.

Cowboys DE Aldon Smith 'still feels great' despite layoff

Aldon Smith has not played in an NFL game since Nov. 10, 2015, with the Raiders, but the Cowboys defensive end does not believe his absence will impact his ability to rush the passer in his 2020 return.

On this day: Born May 30, 1949: Bob Willis, English cricketer

LONDON: Steaming in off his long run, curls bobbing, eyes fixed on the stumps, there have been few more intimidating sights in world cricket than ...

On this day: Born May 30, 1949: Bob Willis, English cricketer

LONDON (Reuters) - Steaming in off his long run, curls bobbing, eyes fixed on the stumps, there have been few more intimidating sights in world cricket than fast bowler Bob Willis in his prime.

Former Chelsea keeper Marcin Bulka wrecks £200,000 Lamborghini

Marcin Bulka, who spent three years at Chelsea, has crashed a £200,000 Lamborghini in Poland during lockdown

Marcin Bulka crashes £200,000 yellow Lamborghini in ghastly auto-crash while on lockdown

Marcin Bulka survives a ghastly car crash. The 20-year-old former Chelsea goalkeeper crashed a £200,000 worth yellow Lamborghini in Poland with an oncoming car.

Jesse Lingard drops hint over Man Utd future with candid admission

Lingard has been heavily linked with a transfer elsewhere after struggling to retain his place in the United side, while also joining forces with super agent Mino Raiola

Man United midfield star drops big hint over his immediate future

Man United midfield star drops big hint over his immediate future

After Premier League, FA Cup gets green light - check out full schedule

FA Cup is set to return on the weekend of June 27 and 28

Coronavirus Outbreak: England's FA Cup gets green light to resume on weekend of 27 June

The semi-finals and final of the FA Cup will all take place at Wembley behind closed doors over the weekend of 11-12 July and 1 August respectively.

Denzel Washington didn’t know son John David was pursuing acting until after he landed his first role

John David Washington has become a household name in Hollywood much like his father, the venerable Denzel Washington – but the “BlacKKKlansman” star said the elder Washington was none-the-wiser when he first exuded to his dad that he had landed his first breakout role.

John David Washington Didn’t Tell His Father Denzel He Was Becoming An Actor Until He Was Cast In ‘Ballers’

John David Washington's turn to acting was a big surprise to his father. In the new Esquire, the former football player and "Tenet" star reveals that he didn't tell his famous father, Denzel Washington, that he was pursuing an acting career until he landed a role in the HBO series "Ballers". RELATED: Christopher Nolan Reveals He…

Alaska on 'crazy party train wreck' experience of RuPaul's Drag Race fame

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'Free drinks, drugs, boys': what happens next for RuPaul's Drag Race winners

Ahead of Friday night’s season 12 finale, past victors including Jinkx Monsoon, Alaska and Sasha Velour look back at what the crown meant for them

‘Baahubali 2’ dubbed in Russian, finds favour on Russian TV

Dubbed Russian clip of the film goes viral in India

Baahubali 2' dubbed in Russian, here's how your favourite characters sound

Life changes: Norman singer-songwriter Kat Lock turns personal turmoil into 'an existence'

Kat Lock already was grappling with a series of personal upheavals — a major breakup, a life-changing diagnosis, the grounding of a fledgling career — when the coronavirus pandemic arrived in Oklahoma. The potentially deadly virus landed the Norman singer-songwriter in self-quarantine and pushed her deeper into self-reflection. "I'm a Scorpio. It's kind of what we do is take the worst situations we're thrown in and we come out the other side better for it. I think that's all life is: a series of getting better through (expletive) situations that you're thrown in. I do get a lot of music out of it. Every bad breakup I've been through I got a good song out of it," she said.

Interview and video: Oklahoma singer-songwriter Kat Lock releases coronavirus quarantine album 'an existence'

With so many significant life changes, the independent musician was able to release this month her latest album, "an existence," a seven-track solo collection that has her tapping into her deepest roots, from her longtime admiration of Fiona Apple to her childhood spent performing with Norman's Sooner Theatre.

Robert Whittaker vs Darren Till expected to headline UFC event on July 25

Robert Whittaker vs. Darren Till middleweight main event rebooked for the July 25 MMA card on "Fight Island" on ESPN or ESPN+, according to reports.

Report: Darren Till vs. Robert Whittaker targeted for UFC event in July

A middleweight fight between Darren Till and Robert Whittaker has been rebooked.

Liverpool starlet in demand, Bristol Rovers target set to move – League One morning headlines

The stories making the headlines around League One on May 29

EFL confirm when Bristol Rovers, Sunderland, Portsmouth and rest of League One will vote on season

The EFL recently proposed a framework that would see final positions be decided on an unweighted points-per-game system

Dilip Buildcon raises Rs 100 crore through NCDs

Highways builder Dilip Buildcon on Friday said it has raised Rs 100 crore through allotment of NCDs on a private placement basis. The company said it has allotted 1,000 Non Convertible Debentures (NCDs) of face value of Rs 10 lakh each.

Dilip Buildcon consolidated Q4 profit more than doubles to Rs 191 crore

The company had clocked a profit of Rs 84.09 crore during the corresponding period of 2018-19, it said in a BSE filing.

ESAF Small Finance Bank Q4 PBT up 42% at Rs 74 cr, income rises 32%

Full-year PBT doubles to Rs 256.26 crore from Rs 127.18 crore

ESAF Small Finance Bank Q4 results: Net profit zooms two-folds to Rs 190 crore

The bank's advances grew 37 per cent to Rs 6,818 crore with deposit rising 63 per cent to Rs 7,028 crore.

Statistics Canada expected to report GDP down nine per cent in March

Canada's economy had its worst quarterly showing since 2009 through the first three months of 2020, and may be headed to an even steeper drop, as steps taken to slow the spread of COVID-19 forced businesses to close and lay off workers.

StatCan expected to report GDP down nine per cent in March, 10 per cent in Q1

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada is expected to report today that economic growth swung negative in March and the first quarter as a whole due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

KEC International Q4 profit down 3% to Rs 193 crore

The global engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) major had clocked a profit of Rs 198.76 crore in January-March 2018-19, it said in a filing to BSE.

KEC International Q4 results: Net profit down 3% to Rs 193 crore

Revenue during the quarter declined to Rs 3,673.73 crore as against Rs 3,845.51 crore in the year-ago period.

Lupin reports 25% fall in pre-tax profit at Rs 412 cr in Q4 on low sales

On a sequential basis, however, the company fared better, both in terms of sales and profits. The stock ended day's trade at Rs 869.8, down 1.3 per cent.

Lupin Q4 net profit up 35% to Rs 390 cr on robust sales, lower tax expenses

In the current times, Lupin has been able to ensure business continuity while safeguarding the health and safety of its employees

Statistics Canada says first-quarter GDP worst showing since 2009

OTTAWA - Canada's economy had its worst quarterly showing since 2009 through the first three months of 2020 owing to COVID-19, Statistics Canada said Friday

First-quarter GDP worst showing since 2009: StatCan

Canada's economy had its worst quarterly showing since 2009 through the first three months of 2020 owing to COVID-19, Statistics Canada said Friday, warning an even steeper drop may be coming.

Canopy Growth reports $1.3B fourth-quarter loss, hits reset on strategic focus

Canopy Growth Corp. is rethinking its first-to-every-market strategy after reporting a $1.3-billion loss in its fourth quarter. The Smith Falls, Ont.

Canopy Growth reports $1.3B fourth-quarter loss, hits reset on strategic focus

Canopy Growth Corp. is rethinking its first-to-every-market strategy after reporting a $1.3-billion loss in its fourth quarter.

IDC: Hearables market sees growth, but smartwatch sales decline in Q1 2020

The first quarter of 2020 had the wearables market see a significant growth despite the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. According to an IDC report, the hearables market has seen impressive growth during this time of crisis, while smartwatches and fitness trackers have seen a decline in sales. The hearables category includes all the headphones, earphones earbuds, …

IDC: Hearables market on the rise, but smartwatch sales have declined in Q1 2020

Global shipments for wearables went up by 29.7% YoY with 72.6 million units shipped.

CWB reports Q2 profit down as provisions for credit losses soar

CWB Financial Group reported its second-quarter profit fell compared with a year ago as the economy tanked due to the steps taken to slow the COVID-19 pandemic and its provisions for credit losses more than doubled.

CWB Financial reports Q2 profit down as provisions for credit losses soar

EDMONTON — CWB Financial Group reported its second-quarter profit fell compared with a year ago as the economy tanked due to the steps taken to slow the COVID-19 pandemic and its provisions for credit losses more than doubled.

Atletico Ottawa unveils jersey, adding a dash of blue to familiar red and white

OTTAWA - Atletico Ottawa unveiled its home jersey on Thursday, adding a Maple Leaf to the traditional red-and-white colours of its Atletico Madrid parent cl

Atletico Ottawa unveils jersey, adding a dash of blue to familiar red and white

OTTAWA — Atletico Ottawa unveiled its home jersey on Thursday, adding a Maple Leaf to the traditional red-and-white colours of its Atletico Madrid parent club.

Ferd Lewis: Todd Graham impressed with plan for new stadium | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Todd Graham has been to Aloha Stadium as a visiting coach and, now that he is the University of Hawaii’s head football coach, he has some definite ideas about what the new stadium should have and look like.

Kole Kaler noticed by baseball publication but wants to return to University of Hawaii | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

After a debut season capped with a recent national honor, Hawaii shortstop Kole Kaler is preparing for a baseball encore.

Hammer-wielding woman arrested after racist rant against Latino couple

She got nailed. A hammer-wielding Texas woman was arrested Sunday after reportedly launching a racist, profanity-laced rant at a Latina doctor and her husband while misidentifying them as

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

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

Minnesota governor says Trump's Minneapolis tweets are 'just not helpful'

President Trump isn't helping the situation in Minnesota with his tweets, the state's governor says. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) spoke in a news conference on Friday amid the ongoing protests in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died Monday after a white police officer kneeled on his neck for several minutes. In a late-night tweet about the protests, Trump wrote that "these THUGS are dishonoring the memory of George Floyd" and that "when the looting starts, the shooting starts." "It's just not helpful," Walz said when asked for his reaction to Trump's tweets. "In the moment where we're at, in a moment that is so volatile, anything we do to add fuel to that fire is really, really challenging." Walz, who said he spoke to the president, added that "there's a way to do this without inflaming." Trump's tweet earned a warning label from Twitter, which said the tweet violated its rules against glorifying violence. The White House later posted the exact same tweet, and was hit with the same…

Minnesota Guv Slams Trump’s Inflammatory Tweets: ‘It’s Just Not Helpful’

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) on Friday afternoon decried President Donald Trump’s bellicose tweets about the ongoing protests in Minneapolis,...

D-backs cut about quarter of staff with layoffs, furloughs

The Arizona Diamondbacks have laid off or furloughed about one-quarter of the team’s employees because of lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic. The organization made the moves on Friday....

D-backs cut about quarter of staff with layoffs, furloughs

The Arizona Diamondbacks have laid off or furloughed about one-quarter of the team’s employees because of lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Exclusive: White House kept FDA in the dark on Russian ventilators for New York and New Jersey

(Reuters) - When U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to accept a shipment of ventilators from Russian President Vladimir Putin at the height of the coronavirus outbreak, the White House did not alert the FDA as it headed to New York and New Jersey, Reuters has learned.

Exclusive: White House kept FDA in the dark on Russian ventilators for New York and New Jersey

Exclusive: White House kept FDA in the dark on Russian ventilators for New York and New Jersey