US Vice President Pence Repeats Trump's Threat to Move GOP Convention From N Carolina

US President Donald Trump said on Memorial Day that he is considering moving the Republican National Convention, set for 24 to 27 August, from North Carolina if the...

Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from NC

WASHINGTON, May 25 — US President Donald Trump warned today that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event faces state social distancing restrictions as a result of the coronavirus. The coronavirus pandemic has forced Trump and presumptive...

Nearly two-thirds favor voting by mail, but wide partisan divide: poll

As President Trump continues his full-court press this holiday weekend against states moving to expand voting by mail, a new national poll indicates that by a more than two-to-one margin Americans favor allowing balloting through the mail in November’s general election due to health concerns amid the coronavirus pandemic.

CA Secretary of State: We Won't Let Virus Be 'Exploited' for Voter Suppression

California Secretary of State Alex Padilla (D) responded to Republicans suing the state to block Gov. Gavin Newsom's vote-by-mail order.

Trump says he's no longer taking hydroxychloroquine

President Trump said he has finished taking hydroxychloroquine, an anti-malaria drug he took to protect against the coronavirus.

Please don’t hoard my medication because Trump is taking it

I knew that something wasn’t right when I heard Hydroxychloroquine roll off the President of the United States’ often incoherent tongue.

Trump threatens to move RNC without assurances from N.C. governor

Trump's tweets about the RNC, planned for Charlotte, come just two days after North Carolina recorded its largest daily increase in positive cases yet.

Donald Trump Threatens to Move Republican Convention from North Carolina

President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina.

Trump threatens to pull RNC from Charlotte if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’

President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.

Do Joe Biden’s “you ain’t black” comments ultimately matter?

Author and professor Chryl Laird on whether the presumptive Democratic nominee is taking black voters for granted.

Trump ‘would like’ RNC to stay in Charlotte despite threatening to pull if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’

President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.

Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-U.S. Marine accused of spying

Paul Whelan, a U.S. national who also holds British, Canadian and Irish passports, has been in custody since he was detained in a Moscow hotel room in December 2018

Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-US Marine in spy trial

Prosecutors in Russia's spy trial have asked a court to sentence former US Marine Paul Whelan to 18 years in prison for allegedly accepting state secrets, according to his lawyer.

Ondo 2020: Chaos in APC over ‘united’ opposition to Akeredolu

The October 2020 governorship election in Ondo State will not only be a three-horse trade but also throw up surprises.

Edo Election: We don’t want bloodshed, Chief Imam pleads

The Chief Imam of Benin Central Mosque, Alhaji Abdufatah Enabulele, has said that the people of Edo do not want bloodshed during

Applying Israeli Sovereignty to Parts of YESHA According to the Trump Plan – Implications

If the U.S. supports Israel’s unilateral implementation of sovereignty under the peace plan, according to the conditions it laid down for Israel, and if Israel does not exploit the current set of circumstances to apply its law/sovereignty in keeping with the plan, it could be regretted for generations.

House members race to prepare for first-ever remote votes

House lawmakers are bustling to prepare for the chamber’s historic first remote votes this week, with a race on for members to secure proxies, who are limited to representing 10 colleagues each.

Will Americans Vote Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Short of developing a vaccine in time, many people believe social distancing will still be practiced when Americans vote for president on November 3. Meantime, rules for voting by mail and absentee voting are in the crosshairs of coronavirus politics. VOA’s Steve Redisch explains.

Netanyahu Hits Back: Exposes Corruption in Police, Judicial System ahead of Trial

Ahead of his arraignment in the first-ever criminal trial of a sitting Israeli premier, the Jewish state’s longest-serving prime minister accuses the left of “stitching together” charges against him after having failed to remove him at the ballot box.

Two Terrorists Shot after Trying to Stab IDF Troops

Soldiers open fire after being attacked by Palestinians armed with “sharp agricultural instruments,” IDF says • Wounded assailants evacuated to Ramallah for treatment; no Israeli casualties reported.

Official: U.S. might sanction China over Hong Kong security law

The U.S. is likely to impose sanctions against China if it enacts a new national security law that would erode Hong Kong's autonomy, White House National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien said Sunday. The legislation, announced last week during China's National People's Congress, will allow Beijing to take over in Hong Kong, O'Brien said. That would make it unlikely that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo could certify that the city, a former British colony, had a "high degree" of autonomy, which would result in sanctions against China under the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019, O'Brien said. The comments came as thousands of people gathered in Hong Kong streets to protest the proposed security law, and Hong Kong police fired tear gas to disperse the crowds. Read more at CNBC. Harold Maass

Official: U.S. might sanction China over Hong Kong security law

The U.S. is likely to impose sanctions against China if it enacts a new national security law that would erode Hong Kong's autonomy, White House National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien said Sunday.The legislation, announced last week during China's National People's Congress, will allow

China threatens U.S. countermeasures if punished for Hong Kong law

China plans to impose a national security law on the city's financial hub, with the Hong Kong security chief backing it as needed in defeating 'terrorism'

Indian Armed Forces Eliminate Top LeT Commander, Another Terrorist In Major Anti-Terror Success

The LeT commander was active in the Valley for several years and had been involved in several terror activities

Mysterious Pigeon With ‘Coded’ Ring on Foot Nabbed Along Indo-Pak Border in Kashmir

New Delhi (Sputnik): India shares a border with Pakistan in the newly-formed union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Animals or birds crossing the border are often viewed...

In tribute: Memorial Day 2020

Memorial Day took on a much different form and tone this year around America, with restrictions and concerns due to the coronavirus pandemic changing the way the holiday was observed. Still, many people found ways to honor deceased veterans of the nation’s wars.

Here’s how you can commemorate Memorial Day online

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced cemeteries and other organizations to modify how to commemorate those in uniform who gave their lives for their country during Memorial Day. For example, Arlington

Myanmar files first Rohingya case report to top UN court

Myanmar has submitted its first report to the International Court of Justice on steps it has taken to prevent the genocide of Rohingya Muslims

Myanmar files 1st Rohingya case report to top U.N. court

The contents of Myanmar's report will remain confidential until its judges decide to make it public

Suriname votes with convicted-killer president's future at stake

With a partial lockdown in effect due to the coronavirus pandemic, Suriname's 380,000 eligible voters will head to the polls to elect the 51 members of the National Assembly.

Pay rifts, a partner divide, and a threat at the Ritz Carlton: 50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller

Business Insider - Pay rifts, a partner divide, and transparency are key issues behind some partners leaving elite law firm Boies Schiller. Now BSF is re-making itself.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller

Pay rifts, a partner divide, and transparency are key issues behind some partners leaving elite law firm Boies Schiller. Now BSF is re-making itself.

50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller

A massive transformation is taking place at elite litigation powerhouse Boies Schiller Flexner.

Breaking: FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon

The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.

Israel shows love to Nigerian Muslims ahead of Ramadan celebration

The Israeli embassy in Nigeria has shown love and kindness towards the country as the nation battles with the deadly coronavirus. They gave out food packages.

Beyond the shoddy response to coronavirus

particularly with the shoddy response to the coronavirus event, and the lack of leadership shown in prepping Nigerians for its effects.

Richard Grenell confirms he will step down as ambassador to Germany

Richard Grenell confirmed on Sunday that he would be leaving his post as ambassador to Germany around the same time he concludes his work as the acting director of national intelligence.

Columbia Doctor Defends University After Trump Bashes ‘Liberal’ Institution Over Damning COVID Study

Dr. Craig Spencer, the director of Global Health in Emergency Medicine at Columbia University, defend his colleagues on Sunday night...

Trump Ramps Up His War On Vote By Mail

President Trump took his war on vote-by-mail to the next level last week with a pair of tweets Wednesday morning threatening...

Poland new Supreme Court chief accused of political bias

WARSAW, May 25 — Poland’s president tapped a new Supreme Court chief justice today, drawing criticism over her political affiliation with the EU country’s right-wing government. The move follows several controversial judicial reforms, which the EU has said test the rule of law in the country...

Canadian Judicial Council won't appeal harsh ruling of its investigation of judge

TORONTO — The Canadian Judicial Council says it will not appeal last week’s Federal Court ruling that harshly criticized its investigation of a justice who accepted a temporary deanship of an Indigenous-focused law school. The council says in a news release that an appeal of the decision that cleared Ontario Superior Court Justice Patrick Smith would …

Mexico can benefit from Chinese economic slowdown, Lopez Obrador says

MEXICO CITY, May 25 — A slowdown in China’s economy this year should allow Mexico to attract more investment, lure companies and create jobs, Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said today. Speaking at a regular government news conference, Lopez Obrador pointed to forecasters’...

China warns USA against starting 'new cold war' with Beijing

China

A way forward for Jewish Day Schools in today's new world - Opeds

Experts weigh in on what to do so that US Jewish Day Schools can open safely in September, and what Israel's schools can do now. Op-ed..

Mike Pence touts 'real progress' as coronavirus deaths continue to fall across country

Vice President Mike Pence said on Monday that since the American people heeded government official orders to social distance, there has been a decline in hospitalizations, new cases across the country, and fatalities.

Mnangagwa and the pornography of violence

A female chief superintended Philips accompanied by Dr Nyamukure were assigned to take pictures of MDC parliamentarian Joana Mamombe, Chinembiri and Marova for ...

COVID-19 pandemic unites Canadians like no other event in recent history: study

Researchers from McGill University and the University of Toronto have found that Canadians of all political beliefs understand the severity of the virus and the importance of working to limit its spread.

Israelis Were Three Times More Critical of Severe Measures by Government to Control Pandemic Than in Other Countries

Among the Israeli respondents, 86% stated that the measures taken by the government were very important in stopping the expansion

Human Rights Groups Condemn Sentencing People To Death Via Zoom

The outbreak of coronavirus has led to different activities being done virtually. The legal system is not left out of this.

International Hellenic Association: When Greek television plays Turkish series, we change the channel!

Propaganda: All pan-Turks (Islamists and the 'opposition'), with the sole exception of the People's Democratic Party (HDP), say that Greece allegedly occupy

Turkey claims ‘1,458 terrorists neutralized’ in Iraq and Syria since January

BEIRUT, LEBANON (3:45 P.M.) – Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar announced on Monday, the neutralization of 1,458 ‘terrorists in northern Iraq and Syria since the start of the new year. He added that neutralizing these terrorists came within the framework of counter-terrorism operations in northern Syria and Iraq, where the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) is active. In another context, the Turkish Defense Minister stressed their efforts to secure a permanent ceasefire in Syria’s Idlib region, within the framework of the agreement concluded between Ankara and Moscow last March, according to the Anatolia Agency. He added: “We are doing our best to reach a political solution in Idlib. There are some minor violations, but the general scene shows a commitment to the ceasefire.” Akar pointed out that, following the conclusion of the agreement between Ankara and Moscow, approximately 300,000 Syrians returned home in Idlib.

Top news of the day: Economic package is a mix of supply-side and demand-side measures, says Dharmendra Pradhan; No Eid sweets exchanged by BSF with Pakistan, and more

The major news headlines of the day, and more.

Report: Ex-South Korean aide to pursue backchannel diplomacy with Pyongyang

May 25 (UPI) -- South Korea's former presidential secretary and three other politicians of the ruling Democratic Party are to lead the Inter-Korea Cooperation Foundation, a group founded in September.

Nakuru’s political ‘foes’ unite to defend Ruto

They are also unhappy with President Kenyatta’s new found unity with Raila Odinga.

Madhya Pradesh: Final year exams for MP varsities to begin on June 29, says Govt

Pending class 10,12 board exams to be held at 15,000 centres across country

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Agudat Yisrael chief: 'Haifa's haredi community is still under lockdown' - Haredi Community ‏

Head of Agudat Yisrael in Haifa says closure of intercity buses before holiday unfairly affects haredi community.

Arab describes haredi who found and returned his money: 'He's a holy man' - Haredi Community ‏

Arab man loses bag with 40,000 shekels - and receives it back after haredi person finds it.

Lisa Kudrow did not know Space Force was real when she signed up for comedy

The Friends actress said she only found out it was real when Donald Trump mentioned it at the State Of The Union address.

Lisa Kudrow did not know Space Force was real when she signed up for comedy

The Friends actress said she only found out it was real when Donald Trump mentioned it at the State Of The Union address.

Lisa Kudrow did not know Space Force was real when she signed up for comedy

Lisa Kudrow has said she had no idea the US Space Force was a real initiative announced by Donald Trump when she signed up for a new Netflix comedy of the same name.

Russian mediation reopens major highway in NE Syria

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

Turkey’s Erdogan calls Jerusalem ‘red line’ for Islamic world

BEIRUT, LEBANON (4:20 P.M.) – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a message addressed to Muslims of the United States on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, affirmed that Jerusalem is a red line for the entire Islamic world. Erdogan said, in a video message to congratulate the Muslims of the United States on Eid Al-Fitr on Sunday: “I ask God that these blessed days be a precursor to a period of reassurance, peace and security for Muslims in America and the Islamic world and humanity as a whole.” Erdogan continued: “I would like to confirm once again that Jerusalem is a red line for the Muslims of the world … We will not accept the granting of Palestinian lands to anyone.” “Unfortunately, blood and tears continued to flow in many parts of the Islamic world without interruption during the holy month of Ramadan, too,” he continued.

U.S Buys 300 Million Covid Vaccines from Gates-Affiliated Drug Maker

The tech company created a tool based on a method of hypnosis called Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).

Chhattisgarh: Youth Congress Files FIR Against BJP Leader Tajinder Bagga Over Tweet Against Rajiv Gandhi

An FIR has been filed against BJP youth leader Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga in Chhattisgarh over his tweet against Rajiv Gandhi in which he had called the latter a “mass murderer”.

Paatal Lok: BJP MLA files complaint against Anushka Sharma for using his photo without permission

The MLA demanded that a case be filed against her under the National Security Act for causing communal disharmony, and sought a ban on the ‘anti-national’ show.

How Kerala flattened the curve, lowest death rates: Health minister Shailaja explains

Health department constituted 18 expert groups in training health care staff for detailed stock-taking of beds, equipment in each hospital

Warning 14,000 Brits fined over lockdown could fight charges after Cummings row

More than 14,000 people in England and Wales were given fixed penalty notices under the coronavirus lockdown's emergency laws, but Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings could see many challenge their fines

NTV's Salim Swaleh Children Surprise Viewers During Broadcast

Many viewers were caught off guard when the anchor's adorable daughters appeared on air after the news bulletin with...

‘Eid In Lockdown – We’re Still Going To Dress Up And Make It Joyous’

Celebrations may look different during lockdown, but Muslims are determined to mark the end of fasting safely. “It is like having a month of real hardship and toil without the celebration at the end. It does feel like a real sacrifice not to have the momentous occasion of Eid as we know it.” Khader Khan, a renowned writer, poet, social activist sum up how thousands of Muslims across Hyderabad will be feeling as they mark a very different Eid this weekend following a month of fasting during Ramadan. Eid-al-Fitr is the date when Muslims worldwide celebrate the end of fasting and it is usually a joyous occasion filled with brightly-coloured new outfits, food and communal festivities. But the Covid-19 pandemic means people won’t be able to meet and interact with those outside their households this year.

Parrot 'who heard victim's last words' to give evidence in rape and murder trial

Elizabeth Toledo, 46, was killed in the city of San Fernando, Argentina in December 2018. Now police believe a parrot was repeating its owner's last words as she was allegedly beaten and raped by two housemates

#covid 19: Dabolim airport: Flights resume with precautions

Domestic airlines have taken the first step to carry passengers during the lockdown. On Monday, Goa received 3 flights. Much less than the expected 15 flight

Flights from Israel's Ben Gurion Airport to resume in July - Inside Israel

Airport officials say no departures will be permitted in June, with outbound flights resuming only in July.

B.C. Parks overwhelmed as thousands try to reserve campsites

“Overwhelming numbers” of people trying to reserve campsites on the first day of availability led to technical problems with bookings on the B.C. Parks Discover Camping website, the . . .

Prince Harry will be ‘a lost soul’ in America as he tries to settle in Los Angeles, royal author claims

Prince Harry will struggle much more while trying to settle into his new life in Los Angeles than Meghan Markle ever did in the U.K., one royal author is claiming.

Man jailed for stealing laptop from ambulance as paramedic cared for patient

Alex Harris pleaded guilty to two charges of burglary and stealing a laptop

Americans spend holiday at beaches and parks as virus death toll nears 100,000

The New York Times filled its entire front page with the names and select­ed detail­s of 1,000 victim­s on Sunday­

Another Error Surfaces in IEBC Republished 2017 Election Report

Another error surfaced in the republished version of IEBC 2017 General Election report...

Entire police unit disbanded in Kyiv region after two cops arrested on rape, assault charges

The victim, a 26-year-old female, was allegedly attacked at the station after being detained.

Many Mutodis in Mnangagwa's government

The Zimbabwean government is still grappling with many incompetent and inexperienced government officials due to appointments made through nepotism and regional...

Record 6,977 new COVID-19 cases in India in last 24 hours; death toll climbs to 4,021

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Shiv Sena slams Maha governor over being in favor for conducting university exams amid COVID-19 crisis

Shiv Sena slams Maha governor over being in favor for conducting university exams amid COVID-19 crisis: The ruling Shiv Sena in Maharashtra on Monday slammed Governor B S Koshyari for being in favour of conducting .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

States give few details on billions spent on virus supplies

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — States are spending billions of dollars stocking up on medical supplies such as masks and breathing machines during the coronavirus pandemic. But more than two months into the buying binge, many aren't sharing details about how much they’re spending, what they’re getting for their money or which companies they’re paying.An Associated Press survey of all 50 states found a hodgepodge of public information about the purchase of masks, gloves, gowns and other hard-to-get equipment for medical and emergency workers.Illinois has one of the most detailed tracking websites, showing the date, vendor, purpose, quantity and price of each purchase. In most states, it's not that easy.

Still Here: A story of incarceration and gentrification in the US

Women are the fastest-growing imprisoned population in the United States. Since 1980, the number has increased by 750 percent. In 2017, there were more than 225,060 women in US prisons and jails. Eighty percent of those were mothers and two-thirds were women of colour. But what awaits the roughly two million American women and girls released from prisons and jails each year? According to the Prison Policy Initiative, a US think-tank that researches the effect of mass criminalisation, most policies and programmes for formerly jailed people are still focused on men. This, despite the fact that formerly imprisoned women - particularly women of colour - are more likely to experience homelessness and unemployment and are less likely to have a high school education than men who have been released from jail or prison.

Covid-19: Lockdown makes access to justice for prisoners even more difficult

Leeuwkop trial inmates ‘subjected daily to the control of the people they are suing for torture’.

Joey Jones: 'Shame on' the New York Times for 'cheap' op-ed on US military and white supremacy

U.S. Marine veteran Johnny "Joey" Jones blasted The New York Times for publishing an editorial on Memorial Day weekend that claims the U.S. military celebrates white supremacy.

Union Minister Renuka threatens officials for assaulting man under quarantine, Balrampur admn dismisses allegations

Union Minister Renuka threatens officials for assaulting man under quarantine, Balrampur admn dismisses allegations: Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Renuka Singh was seen in a video losing her temper and threatening district administration officials in Congress ruled-Chhattisgarh for allegedly beating a man up in a quarantine centre.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude and speed before the landing, saying he

Pakistan plane crash: Crashed PIA plane’s pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude, says report

The probe team, headed by Air Commodore Muhammad Usman Ghani, President of the Aircraft Accident and Investigation Board, is expected to submit a full report in about three months.

Man jailed for 'shocking circumcision' on infant

A 55-year-old man has been jailed for three years for carrying out a "barbaric" circumcision without anaesthetic on a ten-month-old boy.

Man jailed for three years for ‘barbaric’ circumcision without anaesthetic

Baby boy needed urgent medical attention and was hospitalised for two weeks

Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules

BERLIN, May 25 — A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted today as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt. A draft policy document from Merkel’s office seen by AFP showed...

Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules

A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted Monday as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt.

‘Ask your father’: JD(U) MLA, questioned over lack of job opportunities, loses cool at quarantine centre in Bihar – Watch Video

Randhir Kumar Soni, JD(U) MLA from Sheikhpura, lost his cool when questioned by migrant workers at a quarantine centre in Chandi village of Sheikhpura.

Thailand reports 2 new COVID-19 cases, 1 more death

Thailand confirmed two new coronavirus cases and one additional death on Monday, a health ministry spokesman said.

PIA plane crash: Ayaz Sadiq extends condolences to martyred pilot's family

PIA plane crash: Ayaz Sadiq extends condolences to martyred pilot

Coronavirus in India: 15-year-old girl who cycled 1,200 km to get migrant worker father turns down Cycling Federation invite

Her father, Mohan Paswan, says that she might appear in trials after lockdown

Inspiration from Zion: Thousands of Generations I Dreamt of you, Jerusalem

“Thousands of generations I dreamt of you, to be granted to see the light of your face, Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Shine your face to your sons! From your ruins, I will build you!”

T.N. asked to decide on IoE status to Anna University by May 31

HRD Ministry willing to grant time if the State govt. responds, says official

Ghaziabad-Delhi border sealed again, essential services personnel allowed

Ghaziabad in western Uttar Pradesh has recorded 227 cases of COVID-19 till Sunday evening, according to an official statement.

Ghaziabad DM issues order to seal border with Delhi; essential services to be allowed

On Monday, Ghaziabad District Magistrate Ajay Shankar Pandey has issued an order to seal the border with Delhi due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases.

On the Fence About Starting Social Security Early? Consider This

This strategy can get you money now without hurting the size of your checks later.

Syria records 20 new coronavirus cases in largest single-day increase

RAMALLAH: The Palestinian government is ending its two-month coronavirus lockdown in the occupied West Bank, prime minister Mohammed Shtayyeh announced Monday after a steady decline in new cases. Shops and businesses will operate as normal from Tuesday, while government employees will return to work after the Eid holiday on Wednesday, Shtayyeh told a press conference. Mosques,

COVID-19: Palestine ends two months lockdown

The Palestinian government is ending its two-month coronavirus lockdown in the occupied West Bank, prime minister Mohammed Shtayyeh announced Monday after a steady decline in new cases. ...

Igali celebrates EK Clark at 93 years

Former Nigerian Ambassador and Permanent Secretary, Dr. Godknows Igali, Monday, celebrated former Federal Commissioner for Information, Chief, Edwin Kiagbodo Clark on his 93rd birthday.

Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 17,000-mark after record spike in cases

State's virus-related death toll reaches 118.87 of the 805 new patients are passengers from Maharashtra who returned to the southern state

Government unlikely to reduce 2m social distancing guidelines in short-term

Cabinet members felt that one metre would allow restaurants and schools more latitude to open in the coming months.

Boris Johnson faces renewed Tory pressure to sack Dominic Cummings

PM’s chief aide to give statement and take questions after outpouring of anger

Dominic Cummings to make rare public statement on lockdown row

Dominic Cummings, the prime minister’s chief advisor, is to make a rare public statement later today as pressure mounts on him to quit over breaking lockdown rules.

UK PM defiant as political scandal rages over aide

London, United Kingdom | AFP | British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday failed to draw a line under a scandal over his top aide Dominic Cummings allegedly breaching coronavirus rules as pressure mounted on the Brexit mastermind to go. Johnson faces the threat of his government’s authority being undermined in the heat of a health …

South Carolina block party shooting leaves two dead, including teen, five others wounded, police say

A South Carolina teenager was among two killed when gunfire erupted late Saturday at a block party that drew about a thousand people despite the government’s warnings against large gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic, investigators said.

China Concerned as US Mulls First Nuclear Test Since 1992, Foreign Ministry Says

BEIJING (Sputnik) - Beijing is concerned over reports that Washington is weighing up whether to conduct its first nuclear test since 1992, Foreign Ministry spokesperson...

AOC gets tested for coronavirus antibodies in Queens district

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was tested for coronavirus antibodies over the holiday weekend at one of the newly-launched testing sites in her home district of Queens.

Coronavirus outbreak: Govt develops 'intelligent testing strategy' to check spread across states

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is continuously scaling up its testing facilities for COVID-19 by giving approval to government and private laboratories

India's among 10 worst-hit COVID-19 nations as cases jump; air travel reopens

India on Monday posted its biggest single-day jump in cases of COVID-19, overtaking Iran to become one of the 10 worst-hit nations, even as the government allowed domestic air travel to restart.

Eid Festival Being Celebrated with Peace in Uttar Pradesh -

The outbreak of the Corona epidemic has changed our social and religious routine. Eid ul Fitr, the festival of happiness

No hugs, no handshakes: Social distancing curtails Eid celebrations in Bangladesh

Despite the relaxing of social distancing, concerns about the continued spread of the coronavirus are hindering the celebrations of Eid-ul-Fitr across Bangladesh.

Eight people arrested as Victoria police enforce order to clear tent encampments

Closure of the camps is part of the province-wide response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Eight arrested as Victoria police enforce order to clear tent encampments

VANCOUVER - Eight people have been arrested as officials work to clear tent camps at two locations in Victoria.A statement from Victoria police says the eig

No mask, no service?

Anyone hoping for a way out of putting on a face mask to visit stores and other businesses demanding customers wear one, think again.

Husband of mum who died from COVID-19 after being spat on, says his family’s lives have been destroyed

The heartbroken husband of a 47-year-old London train worker who died from COVID-19 after being spat on by a thug, has stated that his family's lives has been destroyed. Lusamba Katalay originally from Congo, while speaking

Coronavirus curfew extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan

The authorities on Monday extended the coronavirus curfew in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur and Solan districts till June 30.

Curfew Extended till June 30 in Solan and Hamirpur of Himachal Pradesh -

Authorities in Hamirpur and Solan districts of Himachal Pradesh on Monday extended the Covid-19 curfew till June 30, whereas one-fourth

Business gives Ramaphosa’s plan to reopen economy the thumbs up

South African business leaders lauded the government’s plan to substantially ease a nationwide lockdown that’s crippled the economy, even as the number of the coronavirus cases grows exponentially.

Tobacco ban under court scrutiny this week

The fight for the sale and distribution of tobacco is set to continue in the courts this week after president Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Sunday night that tobacco would remain banned under level three of lockdown, which starts next Monday.

Akeredolu's wife blasts social media critic - The Nation Nigeria

Wife of Ondo State Governor, Betty Akeredolu, has lambasted a one Jimmy Adekanle based in Canada for saying that Governor Oluwarotimi...

Child, 4, found dead in Brisbane home

Queensland police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old girl in Brisbane. Police said a crime scene had been established at a home in the Queensland police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old child in Brisbane.

Raj Thackeray: Migrant workers shouldn't be allowed to work without permission in Maharashtra

Raj Thackeray: Migrant workers shouldn't be allowed to work without permission in Maharashtra: A day after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said states will have to seek permission from his government .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

UP CM Yogi Adityanath’s decision on other states needing UP govt nod to employ its migrant workers is harmful, hurried, says BSP

Yogi Adityanath government had said that states seeking to employ workers from Uttar Pradesh in future will need to take the state government's permission. 

Namaz from home, virtual hugs mark Eid-ul-Fitr in city

No mass prayer gatherings at Eidgah Maidan, no handshakes Mysore/Mysuru: Under the shadow of Coronavirus, Muslim community people are taking special precautions to mark Eid-ul-Fitr, the celebration today that breaks the month-long fast for Ramzan. This Eid there was no shaking of hands or no warm embracing for community members because of the stringent social...

Coronavirus Is Killing Brazil's Isolated Indigenous Peoples at a Staggering Rate

The mortality rate among indigenous people is twice that of the rest of the population.

BonelliErede appoints two partners in Ethiopia

The two young and energetic Ethiopian lawyers appointed to serve BonelliErede are Seble Geberegiorgis Baraki and Weynalem Weldesenbet, according to the statement from the company. The Addis Ababa team is part of BonelliErede’s broader Africa Team, which boosts 40+ professionals across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Seble Geberegiorgis Baraki (34) is an expert in corporate, commercial and IP matters and has been practising law for more than 10 years. She holds an LL.B. from Addis Ababa University and an LL.M. in European IP Law from the University of Stockholm.

Princess Elisabeth of Belgium will have a 'tough' time at military academy where she'll learn to shoot and read maps, a student reveals - as the royal family shares snaps of the 18-year-old out running

Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, 18, will have to get used to a 'tough' life as she enrolls in Brussels' Royal Military Academy this autumn in preparation for her role as Belgium's future queen.

Maharashtra issues SOPs for passengers of domestic flights

State Disaster Management Dept issues Standard Operating Procedures for passengers of domestic flights- all passengers will be stamped and will have to go to 14-day home isolation,passengers coming for short duration will be exempted if they submit return travel details.

AirAsia India opens domestic flight bookings for passengers; will fly to 21 destinations; details

With the announcement of resumption in domestic flight operations, AirAsia India has resumed its operations and will fly to 21 destinations in the country.

Download Aarogya Setu app, passengers should not be from containment zone: SOP for handling of domestic air travellers arriving in Maharashtra

Bust-up over climate weighs on EU-UK talks, risks trade rifts

Britain's refusal to seal climate commitments in a new deal with the European Union to govern their relations after Brexit has become a stumbling block in their deadlocked talks and raises the risk of future trade disputes. While Britain has joined the global Paris agreement to fight climate change

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'Did it know reverse swing?': PTI's tweet about spy pigeon from Pak leaves Twitterati in splits

MP demands answers over Brexit impact on North Sea helicopter safety

An MP has demanded answers from the UK Government over the future of post-Brexit safety rules for North Sea helicopters.

Police warns against overcharging truck drivers for parking

Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Police has warned managers and owners of designated parking premises for long distance trucks against overcharging drivers. Speaking at the Uganda Media Centre in Kampala in the weekly Joint Security Taskforce briefing, Fred Enanga, the Police Spokesperson said they have received a number of complaints from drivers expressing dissatisfaction …

Dominic Cummings row: The families who stayed away in lockdown

Members of the public have expressed anger after the PM's chief adviser travelled to Durham in lockdown.

AbdulRazaq appoints replacement for Gambari as KWASU Chancellor

The Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved the appointment of a new chancellor for the Kwara State University (KWASU).

500 Special Trains Originated From Mumbai Central Division: Rail Ministry

The Ministry of Railway on Monday said that it has touched a milestone on Sunday by originating 500 Shramik trains from the Mumbai Central Division.

Kolkata: MHA to send Central team to access damage caused due to cyclone Amphan

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will send a Central team to Kolkata, South and North 24 Praganas districts soon to assess the damages incurred due to the impact of Cyclone Amphan.

Case against jail warders

K.K. Nagar police have registered a case against nine jail warders after a video purportedly showing them dancing and celebrating their transfer at the prison quarters went viral on social media.Polic

India snake-bite assassin killed wife at second attempt

NEW DELHI, May 25 — After first failing with a viper, an Indian man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife by letting loose a cobra in her room, police said today. Police in the southern state of Kerala said phone records showed the man—named as Sooraj—had been in contact with...

Husband killed wife using venomous snake in second attempt in Kerala, India

Wife's parents became suspicious when Kerala man tried to secure wife's property

Watch: Second Iranian tanker being escorted by Venezuelan Navy

BEIRUT, LEBANON (4:30 P.M.) – A second Iranian tanker arrived in Venezuela this week as the Islamic Republic delivers more fuel to the South American nation. According to reports on Monday, the Iranian tanker, the Forest, reached Venezuelan waters late last night and arrived at its destination on Monday. Upon entering Venezuelan waters, the Iranian tanker was escorted by the Bolivarian Republic’s Armed Forces (FANB) until it reached its intended destination. Video footage of the Forest tanker being escorted by a Venezuelan PO-13 Yekuana boat was shared on social media and several other platforms; it confirmed that the vessel did in fact reach the Bolivarian Republic’s territorial waters: Footage from onboard the Iranian tanker ‘Forest’ this morning with the PO-13 Yekuana escorting the ship #Venezuela #Iran pic.twitter.com/xUuTB3hDPx — CNW (@ConflictsW) May 25, 2020

First Iranian fuel tanker arrives in Venezuela, despite US criticism

The first of five Iranian tankers carrying fuel to Venezuela has moored at Venezuela's El Palito refinery, Iran's English-language Press TV reported on Monday.

COVID-19: Ignorance, denial can escalate infection in Oyo ― Official

Living ignorantly and in denial of the prevalence of the coronavirus could increase the number of infections in Oyo, an official said

Covid-19: 72 more test positive - VIDEO

Turkana becomes the latest county to record a case as the virus continues its march across the country.

Nepal: Coronavirus Cases Cross 650-mark With 4 Deaths, PM Oli Blames India For Its Spread

The statement from the prime minister comes at a time when the country registered its highest single-day spike with 79 new infections, taking the total COVID-19 tally to 682.

Maximum Drama In Warren Park After Residents Mete Instant Justice On Laptop Thieves

Drama in Warren Park after residents mete instant justice on suspected laptop thieves. sleazy characters suffered a massive beating.

Madhya Pradesh: Social distancing goes for a toss at govt official's wedding ceremony

Murder charges for teen’s Queensland balcony fall

Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during a botched robbery attempt have been remanded in Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during a botched robbery attempt have been remanded in custody.

Man sets sister ablaze for disrespecting mother

Deji Lambo The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of one Chima for allegedly setting ablaze his elder sister, identified simply as Victoria, at their place of residence by the CAC...

Watch: Goaded buffalo pulling a cart veers off the road, deposits riders on the street

The driver of the cart was hitting the buffalo with a stick in an attempt to make it go faster.

Coronavirus: Cab driver dies from Covid-19 after passenger spat at him

A black taxi driver, Trevor Belle, has died from Covid-19 when a passenger who claimed he has the virus spat on him when they were fighting over £9 (N4,263.55).

Cadbury Dairy Milk launches limited-edition ‘Thank You’ bar replacing logo

Chocolate brand Mondelez India, in partnership with advertising major Ogilvy India, has introduced a limited-edition Cadbury Dairy Milk 'Thank You' bar by giving up the Cadbury Dairy Milk logo

Dharavi reports 42 new COVID-19 cases; tally climbs up by to 1,541

Meanwhile, 34 more COVID-19 positive cases were reported from Mahim area, taking the total number of positive cases in the area to 351. The new cases were found in Mahim Police Colony, Mori Road among other localities of Mahim. The nearby Dadar reported 20 new cases, taking the total number of COVID-19 positive cases in the area to 239.

Covid-19: Uttar Pradesh reports 273, Uttarakhand reports 15 new cases in last 24 hours

In Uttar Pradesh, 3,581 people have been discharged and 165 deaths have been reported so far.

‘I’ve Received Death And Ra_pe Threats!’ – Disgraced Miss SA Aspirant Bianca Finally Speaks Out After Drama

Bianca Schoombee Speaks Out-'I've Received Death & Ra_pe Threats. Disgraced Miss SA hopeful Bianca Schoombee has opened up about the aftermath

Calicut airport resumes domestic operations

After a two-month gap, Calicut international airport resumed the operation of domestic flights from Monday. Airport Director K. Srinivasa Rao told The Hindu that an Indigo flight operated in the Benga

A rare two-faced cat named Biscuits and Gravy was born in Oregon

Biscuits and Gravy, or Biscuit for short, eats and breathes from two separate mouths and noses. It's known as a Janus cat, after the Roman god.

Coronavirus | Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case

Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection, an order said.

Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight as staffer tests positive

A fourth grade multi-tasking staffer, who last attended the office on May 19, tested Covid-19 positive. Nine of his contacts at the Rail Bhavan had been home quarantined.Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection

Philippine leader answers call of workers begging to go home

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has given his government a week to process some 24,000 repatriated Filipino workers stuck for weeks on cruise ...

Austrian president sorry for breaching restaurant virus curfew

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen apologised on Sunday after staying at a restaurant past the 11 pm closing time mandated by the government as part of its anti-coronavirus measures.

Mother arrested; Police seek public's help in search for toddlers missing since Friday

Although their biological mother is in custody, two toddlers missing from an east Tulsa apartment complex remained unaccounted for Sunday, and police are at their "wits' end" trying to find them. "There’s only two things that can happen here," Tulsa Police Chief Wendell Franklin said in a news conference at the scene. "These children are either on someone’s couch asleep and the people that they’re with don’t know that these children are missing, or these children are dead. "We need to find these children, and every single moment that these children are away leads us to believe the latter.”

Eight jihadists killed in Ivorian-Burkina operation

Eight suspected jihadists were killed and another 38 captured in a joint operation by Burkinabe and Ivorian forces near the two countries' shared border

Poland apologises after PM fails to observe virus rules

A Polish government spokesman on Monday apologised for Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki’s failure to observe coronavirus-related social distancing rules in a cafe.

PICS | One dead, three seriously injured as building wall collapses in KZN

One person has died after a building wall collapsed in the Inanda area, north of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal paramedics say.

Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow

An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.

Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow

An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.

Judge dismisses lawsuit against pellet grill company

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — A district court judge has dismissed a proposed class action lawsuit against barbecue grill manufacturer Traeger Pellet Grills, deciding the defendants failed to establish the court...

BREAKING Boy, 9, suffers life changing injuries after shirtless biker hits him and flees

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Tipplers throng outlets as liquor sales resume in Puducherry after two months

Directions to the booze-lovers included strict adherence to social distancing. Markings were made on the road close to the shop to ensure that the people observed physical distancing.

Wikimedia is writing new policies to fight Wikipedia harassment

A new plan will be unveiled this year.

‘King of Social Media’ Jungkook breaks a record reaching 2M likes in 6 Individual tweets.

BTS Jungkook proves his popularity and global power by breaking another record of being the only person in the world to have 6 tweets with 2M likes.&a…

‘King of Social Media’ Jungkook breaks a record reaching 2M likes in 6 Individual tweets.

BTS Jungkook proves his popularity and global power by breaking another record of being the only person in the world to have 6 tweets with 2M likes.&a…