Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention set for August from North Carolina if the event faces state social distancing restrictions due to the coronavirus.

Liz Peek: Madame Vice President — Biden's latest goof narrows field to these likely contenders

The prospect of possibly becoming the first female president of the United States has attracted a veritable stampede of contenders.

Ilhan Omar: 'I do believe' Tara Reade's claims against Joe Biden

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., said she believes Tara Reade’s sexual-assault claim against Joe Biden, and that if it were up to her, Biden wouldn’t be the Democrats’ nominee for president.

Trump wants Republican National Convention to stay in North Carolina

President Trump said Monday that he’d like the Republican National Convention to remain in North Carolina — despite noting headwinds from Democrats who lead state and local governments — and

Donald Trump threatens to move the GOP convention out of Charlotte due to Covid-19 restrictions

US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to move the Republican convention out of Charlotte in North Carolina if its Democratic Governor did not remove the restrictions on social distancing measures which are in force due to coronavirus pandemic.

Trump denies interest in moving Republican National Convention to Doral property

President Trump on Monday denied any suggestion that he might want to hold this summer’s Republican National Convention at his resort in Doral, Fla., following his threat to move the convention from North Carolina if that state’s governor can’t guarantee the party will be allowed “full attendance” at the event.

Donald Trump Slammed As ‘Grotesque And Disgraceful’ By Former GOP Strategist On Memorial Day

President Donald Trump received criticism from a former Republican strategist about his behavior on Memorial Day. Steve Schmidt — who served as a campaign strategist for former President George ...

Out of the house: Democrat Biden makes first public appearance in weeks

NEW CASTLE, Delaware (Reuters) - Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veterans memorial to mark the U.S. Memorial Day holiday.

Joe Biden wears face mask in his first public appearance in two months

US president Donald Trump has so far refused to wear a face mask in public.

Former Transition Aide Says Michael Flynn Fielded Thousands of Calls

A former transition official and longtime aide said Michael Flynn fielded thousands of calls during a chaotic transition period.

Whitewater prosecutor predicts indictments in John Durham's Russia investigation

Former Whitewater prosecutor Robert Ray expects prosecutions in U.S. Attorney John Durham's inquiry into the Russia investigation.

Trump commemorates Memorial Day, defends decision to play golf

By David Shepardson and Jeff Mason ARLINGTON, Va./BALTIMORE (Reuters) - President Donald Trump paid tribute to fallen members of the American military on Monday to mark Memorial Day while defending his decision to spend most of the holiday weekend playing golf as the U.S.

Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing

US President Donald Trump on Monday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death toll from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000. “The Fake and Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin!” the golf-loving president said on Twitter, noting that the game at his […]

Hillary Clinton thanks Andrew Cuomo for 'making responsible decisions to keep people safe'

Hillary Clinton lauded New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's response to the coronavirus pandemic and thanked state leaders for keeping people safe on Memorial Day.

Netanyahu says he ‘will not miss opportunity’ to annex West Bank

BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:20 P.M.) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that he will not “miss the opportunity” to impose Israeli sovereignty over areas of the West Bank in the month of July. He said during a Likud Party meeting: “The opportunity to impose sovereignty has not existed since 1948; this is a historic opportunity we will not let it pass.” He pointed out that the upcoming tasks of his government are focused on “returning workplaces that were lost due to the coronavirus pandemic, and the state budget that should be passed in the Knesset.” He continued: “Thirdly, the security file, our enemies do not stop for a moment, and we do not stop moving against them for a moment, also … we work against Iran everywhere and we will prevent it from threatening us again.” Netanyahu’s new statements regarding the annexation of settlements and valleys come after the Palestinian President, Mahmoud Abbas, announced last Tuesday that the Palestinian leadership and the PLO have withdrawn from all security…

Israeli leader vows to push ahead with annexing West Bank

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday pledged to annex parts of the occupied West Bank in the coming months, vowing to move ahead with the explosive plan despite a growing chorus of condemnations by key allies.

CNN's Cupp: Trump Is 'Not Healthy' -- 'He Is Not Well' at the Worst Possible Time

Monday on CNN's "Newsroom," network host and political commentator S.E. Cupp accused President Donald Trump of being "not healthy and not well," amid the coronavirus pandemic. | Clips

WHO suspends trial of drug Donald Trump had been taking over safety fears

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced it is suspending a trial of hydroxychloroquine in coronavirus patients over safety concerns.

The GOP Convention Is Facing a Potential Shakeup

The 2020 Republican National Convention is slated to take place in Charlotte, North Carolina from August 24th to 27th, less than one week after the Democratic National Convention is scheduled to take place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Burundi presidential election: Ruling party's Evariste Ndayishimiye declared winner

Burundi's ruling party candidate Evariste Ndayishimiye has been declared winner of the presidential election with 68.72 percent of the vote. His main rival says he will appeal the result. Also, it's…

Burundi: Ruling party wins presidential vote

Burundi

Hong Kong and China’s National People’s Congress: The danger of a new cold war

As China gears up to sink its claws deeper into Hong Kong, the world weighs up how best to respond. The pro-democracy movement also has some hard choices to make.

Terrorism growing in HK: Police

'In just a few months, one of the safest cities in the world has become one shrouded in the shadow of violence'

China says US pushing relationship to ‘brink of new Cold War’

Tensions between the US and China reached a new peak over the weekend as the fallout continues from the coronavirus pandemic and the coinciding economic crisis, with a top official from the Communist

California opens places of worship, in-store retail businesses -health officials

California retail with in-store shopping and places of worship that were closed under one of the most restrictive coronavirus containment rules in the United States may now open, health authorities announced on Monday.

California announces churches, houses of worship can reopen under certain guidelines amid coronavirus outbreak

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday released guidelines for reopening houses of worship amid the coronavirus pandemic, after President Trump deemed them “essential” last week. 

'Fake news': Maryland congressman denies 'dispute' with White House staffer at Memorial Day event

A spokesman for Maryland Rep. Andy Harris denied the congressman got into an argument during a Memorial Day visit to Fort McHenry with President Trump after a reporter traveling with the group overheard him yelling.

Larijani Departs From Top Economic Council

Outgoing Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani on Saturday made his last appearance in the meeting of a top-level economic body, which brings together heads of the three branches of government along with

Second immigrant dies of COVID-19 while in ICE custody

Santiago Baten-Oxlag, of Guatemala, is the second known immigrant to die of coronavirus complications while detained by U.S. immigration authorities.

Kwara: No regret for backing AbdulRazaq — APC

Ilorin- The Kwara State All Progressive Congress (APC) in Lagos State has commended Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for helping

Kentucky lockdown protesters condemned for hanging effigy of governor from tree

Incident at conservative rally draws backlash from Democrats and Republicans

Second man with COVID-19 dies in US immigration custody

A Guatemalan man held in United States immigration detention died after contracting the novel coronavirus, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed on Monday. He is the second known migrant to die of COVID-19 while in immigration custody. 

Quarantine exemption for on-duty Ministers

Union Minister D.V. Sadananda Gowda did not go into institutional quarantine after landing at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) on Monday. The Minister was returning from Delhi, which the Karnata

Remove Sadananda Gowda from cabinet for violating quarantine rules, demands Gohil

Remove Sadananda Gowda from cabinet for violating quarantine rules, demands Gohil: Congress leader Shaktisinh Gohil on Monday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to remove Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister DV Sadananda Gowda from his cabinet alleging that the union minister violated quarantine rules of the Karnataka government to contain the spread of COVID-19.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

The Israel-Lebanon border 20 years after the IDF withdrawal - Inside Israel

Israel marks 20 years since it withdrawal from Lebanon in a historic and contentious decision by then-prime minister Ehud Barak.

Senior commander on Lebanese border says Hezbollah is 'not eager to engage' - Defense/Security

Ro'i Levy speaks with Arutz Sheva 20 years after the withdrawal of IDF forces from Lebanon.

Arutz Sheva readers invited to Zoom discussion with Atty. Mark Langfan - US & Canada

Chairman for Americans For A Safe Israel will be holding a special Zoom session titled: 'West Bank Annexation: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly'

Risks complicate reopenings as WHO warns 1st wave not over

BANGKOK — The risks of reigniting coronavirus outbreaks are complicating efforts to fend off further misery for the many millions who have lost jobs, with a top health expert warning that the world is still in the midst of a “first wave” of the pandemic. “Right now, we’re not in the second wave. We’re right …

Woman in coma after being raped and left for dead in pool of blood yards from home

Frankie Harris, 38, of Bushwick, has been charged with attempted murder, rape and sexual abuse in connection to an assault that left a woman needing to be put into a medical coma

Washington prepares for a summer without interns

Grayson Ross, a recent graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, planned to spend his last semester of college as hundreds of other aspiring policy aides do: walking through the halls of the

Ministers vs chief secy row: Amarinder hosts Manpreet, Channi

Manpreet stands ground, wants issue to be taken up in Cabinet again.

5 new positive COVID-19 cases confirmed in Texas County

Texas County Emergency Management has confirmed five additional positive COVID-19 cases for the county this afternoon.

Man blames coronavirus ‘stress’ for attacking women with razor: cops

A Georgia man accused of assaulting two women with a razor blamed coronavirus stress to the “unprovoked” attack, police said. Eric Keith Mitchell, 39, of Athens, was arrested late Sunday in the

Watch: L'Chaim to Jerusalem and Judea & Samaria! - Jewish World

L’chaim to Jerusalem! 53 years ago Jerusalem was reunited, along with return of Jewish People to Judea and Samaria.

Iranian IRGC General Announces the End of 'Era of US Presence' in Persian Gulf

The announcement comes as the US ignored Iranian protests against holding live-ammunition drills in the Persian Gulf under the pretext of boosting the security of the...

Haryana: Farmers take out tractor march against paddy cultivation restrictions

Farmers from Ratia block went to district headquarter Fatehabad to lodge their protest and submit a memorandum to the local administration.

Almost 19,000 arrested for lockdown offences in Eastern Cape

Movement restrictions and an increased police presence during the lockdown did not prevent incidents of murder, rape, vigilante justice and corruption in the Eastern Cape.

Hollywood producer charged with taking PPP funds, embezzling $14 mil

In recent years, he produced movies starring Halle Berry and Matthew McConaughey.

Poll: support for sick leave

B.C. Premier John Horgan is applauding news that the federal government is looking at offering 10 days of paid sick leave for workers.

Labour law suspension: Uphold India’s international commitments, ILO expresses deep concerns to PM Modi

The ILO's intervention came after ten central trade unions escalated the issue of suspension and tweaking of labour laws with the international body through a letter on May 14, 2020. 

Domestic flights take off amid chaos, confusion

New Delhi: Passengers were seen harried across airports, including the national capital's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), on Monday as many domestic flights were cancelled due to the limit...

A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody

Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died of complications from COVID-19 on Sunday.

PM Modi Greets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, Bangladesh PM On Eid

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday conveyed Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and discussed the situation emerging out of the coronavirus pandemic.

PM Imran, Abu Dhabi crown prince discuss Covid-19 pandemic, debt relief

Premie­r thanks UAE prince for pardon­ing Pakist­ani prison­ers and repatr­iation of citize­ns

A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody

Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.

A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody

Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.

Financial Autonomy: Ubani commend Buhari, seeks constitutional amendment

Former 2nd Vice-President of Nigeria Bar Association, Monday Ubani has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for signing an

A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody

An immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency died of COVID-19 complications on Sunday, marking the second death related to the novel coronavirus among people in ICE detainment.

Charges laid in pipeline protest outside B.C. Premier John Horgan's home

VICTORIA - The BC Prosecution Service says it has appointed a special prosecutor to oversee charges against three people in relation to allegations of misch

Gathering limits make a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister

Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.

Suspected 'spy' pigeon from Pakistan captured along IB in JK

The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.

Pakistani ‘Spy’ Pigeon Carrying Coded Message Captured Along International Border In Kashmir

Concerned agencies are currently working to decipher the “coded message” on it.

China's Deputies brainstorm support for businesses – Global Times

The Global Times is reporting how Chinese Deputies to the ongoing National People's Congress have suggested that the government work out more measures

Three members of Nehru-Gandhi family should be kept in quarantine until COVID-19 pandemic ends: BJP MP

Three members of Nehru-Gandhi family should be kept in quarantine until COVID-19 pandemic ends: BJP MP: BJP MP Parvesh Verma on Monday accused the members of Gandhi-Nehru family of creating

Sanwo-Olu to mark one year in office with projects inauguration  

 By Oziegbe Okoeki Lagos State Government has lined up a-week long programme to commemorate Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s one year in office. He was sworn in on May 29, 2019. To commemorate the event, a number of programmes have been slated, starting with an address by the governor. During the week-long ceremonies, Governor Sanwo-Olu will embark […]

Priyanka raps Yogi on migrants testing positive remark

Priyanka raps Yogi on migrants testing positive remark: Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, here on Monday, took a jibe at UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Trump adviser Kevin Hassett: 'Our human capital stock is ready to go back to work'

White House adviser Kevin Hassett said the quiet part out loud just now: “Our human capital stock is ready to go back to work.”

Reports: Hundreds of Russian, Syrian Fighters Retreat from Libyan Capital

Over 1,000 Russian and Syrian mercenary fighters in Libya retreated from Tripoli's frontlines to a town south of the capital.

Libyan Army faces new threat as old foe returns

BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:00 P.M.) – On Monday, the Islamic State (ISIS/ISIL/IS/Daesh) claimed responsibility for an attack targeting the security gate of the Libyan National Army (LN)A, which is led by Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, in the southern district of Trajan. The terrorist organization said through its official media wing that the attack, which occurred two days ago, was carried out by an explosive device planted at the entrance of the Battalion 628 infantry base, resulting in the destruction of a military vehicle. In the meantime, Reuters news agency quoted the local military commander as saying that the explosives were hidden in a vehicle belonging to the Libyan National Army forces, stressing that the explosion did not result in casualties. This attack is the second of its kind that has targeted the Libyan National Army in the last few days, with a previous attack targeting three locations in the southern part of the country. The new attack also comes hours after the Libyan National Army announced Sunday…

Lagos records another COVID-19 death

Another COVID-19 death was recorded in Lagos bringing the total number of deaths to 47, said Health Commissioner, Professor Akin Abayomi

Six die of COVID-19 in Lagos, Ogun, four others

Sodiq Oyeleke Six patients have died of coronavirus-related complications in Lagos, Delta, Edo, Ogun, Rivers, and Sokoto states. The PUNCH reports that the six fatalities bring the total numb...

How not to police a pandemic - The Nation Nigeria

As soon as the COVID-19 pandemic was announced and its widespread implications made public, everyone including governments around the world...

Bolsonaro Joined Large Rally Before Trump Issued Brazil Travel Ban

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro once again joined a large crowd of supporters on the streets on Sunday, this time in Brasilia.

Teachers need more time to prepare – Sadtu KZN

On Sunday, Sadtu KZN had joined the voice of many other unions calling on its members to stay home and not return on Monday.

Owners of Colorado diner sue health departments, Gov. Polis over decision to shut down restaurant

The owners of a Castle Rock restaurant which was closed by the state for defying the state’s public health order over Mother’s Day weekend is suing Governor Jared Polis and other state entities, claiming their constitutional rights were violated.

While Uddhav Thackeray And Shiv Sena Attack Piyush Goyal Over Migrant Trains, NCP Praises Railway Minister

While Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut have trained their guns on Railways Minister Piyush Goyal over the issue of migrant trains, Goyal was praised by NCP leader Praful Patel.

N.S. RCMP use warrants to find killer's cellphone, computer and other devices

HALIFAX - As police continue their investigation into a mass killing that claimed 22 lives last month in rural Nova Scotia, newly released documents reveal

Kelowna RCMP ask for public's help to find missing woman

Kelowna RCMP are hoping someone has seen a missing 58-year-old Kelowna woman.Kelly Joy Zuchotzki was last seen on May 24, according to an RCMP news release.

AU Day: Address by AU Chair

The Organisation of African Unity (OAU) was established on May 25, 1963.

The lockdown breach questions Dominic Cummings has yet to clarify

Boris Johnson’s aide failed to draw a line under affair that has caused fury across the UK

Dominic Cummings refuses to resign or apologise for lockdown breach

Press conference raises more questions but Boris Johnson gives full backing to adviser

Makhanda residents without water again as treatment works fail

Makhanda has suffered a second big water outage in a month as the town’s waterworks failed. Some areas have been without water for five days now. This comes after countless efforts and millions of rands have been spent to fix the waterworks.

Essential Services Largely Restored, Mamata Banerjee Seeks People's Cooperation for Normalcy

Contending that 80 per cent of all essential services have been restored in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday sought the cooperation of people for bringing the cyclone-hit state back on its feet.

String of multimillion shilling defamation awards against publishers worrying

The huge financial awards could potentially limit the ability of the media to exercise their traditional roles as watchdogs.

TMX boon for local hotels?

With Trans Mountain Pipeline workers scheduled to arrive in Kamloops next month, accommodation is being sought.

French nursing homes employees take to streets in protest

Facing anger from healthcare workers, President Emmanuel Macron promised a "massive" investment plan for France's public health sector.

French nursing homes employees take to streets in protest

Facing anger from healthcare workers, President Emmanuel Macron promised a "massive" investment plan for France's public health sector.

Cancellation of flights creates chaos at airports

PTI New Delhi India’s domestic flight services resumed on Monday after a gap of two months but a large number of last-minute cancellations by airlines t

Three accused of attack and false imprisonment of man in Co Louth

Men also accused of demanding €50,000 with menaces and of robbing a passport

Reuters Exclusive: Ukraine's anti-graft bureau probes state tender for medical suits

NABU gave no further details, saying that divulging information could harm its investigation.

Uber driver Santherathas Navaratnam sentenced in Ballarat court

Santherathas Navaratnam was sentenced at the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Monday on four counts of sexual assault.

Five from Amritsar stranded in Lahore since March due to lockdown, families appeal to PM Modi

Amritsar Coronavirus cases news: Five members from two Amritsar families are stranded in Lahore for the last nearly three months due to coronavirus-forced lockdown.

Mysterious aircraft approaches Russia’s largest base in Syria: media

BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:40 P.M.) – A mysterious aircraft was discovered a few hours ago near the Russia’s Hmeimim Airbase in western Syria. According to Avia.Pro,  the aircraft was likely a Sikorsky MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter, given the data that was presented. “Judging by the data provided by IntelSky, we are talking about the Sikorsky MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter, however, the flight speed of the aircraft, which reaches more than 700 km/hr, is noteworthy, which indicates that the data transmitted in the air were tampered with, since helicopters cannot reach such a high speed, and taking into account flights near the Russian military airbase, experts believe that in this way the United States or the allies of this country are trying to get some information about the situation at the Russian military facility,” the Russian publication said. They would point out that this military chopper belongs to the U.S. Coast Guard; however, they question why would a USCG helicopter fly so close to the Syrian border, especially being…

Long queues, chaos, confusion as domestic flights resume

Chaos, confusion and long queues greeted passengers as flights resumed after a two-month air travel ban to stem the spread of the coronavirus.Some airlines cancelled flights at the last minute, highlighting the lack of preparation

India now among top 10 worst-hit

With around 7,000 new cases in a day,India's tally of novel Coronavirus cases surpassed that of Iran's as it recorded 1,38,845 till Monday

Covid-19 in Tamil Nadu: 35 flights at Chennai airport Monday, state sees 805 new cases

In the highest single-day jump in the state, 805 new cases were recorded in Tamil Nadu on Monday. While briefing the media via video conferencing, state health minister C Vijayabaskar said 88 per cent of the Covid-19 cases in Tamil Nadu are asymptomatic.

Fury and frustration among Tory MPs as Cummings fights on

Backbenchers speak out over damage done to party and to viability of lockdown rules

Boris Johnson's aide Cummings says he won't quit over lockdown road trip

The government is facing a tide of anger from politicians and the public over the revelation that Dominic Cummings traveled more than 250 miles (400 kilometers) from London to his parents' home in Durham, northeast England at the end of March

Deputy CM undergoes medical check-up

‘All reports within desired parameters’

Bishops speed up preparations to re-open churches for public Masses

Archbishop Diarmuid Martin: ‘We suffer through not being able to celebrate our faith through public worship’

Nursing Homes Ireland CEO: Residents and carers left 'isolated' by Government's Covid response

Nursing home residents and their carers were left “isolated” by key State bodies at the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the Dáil’s Covid-19 committee will be told.

With distancing, sanitising & warnings for passengers, Pune airport opens with caution

The first day after the two-month hiatus saw 17 flight movements at the Pune airport till 8 pm. According to Airports Authority of India officials, 1,657 passengers arrived or departed from the airport by 8 pm.

Violators won’t be prosecuted: health secy

NT NETWORK Panaji Health Secretary Nila Mohanan on Monday said the government will not prosecute persons if they are found violating the home quarantine n

Cops warn of stern action against violators of home quarantine

NT NETWORK Panaji Even as many travellers to the state are being ordered on a daily basis to remain home-quarantined, the Goa Police has warned that stric

Turbulent take-off for airlines amid last-minute changes in schedules

Only 532 of the scheduled 1,095 flights take off as airlines revise schedules to align operations with curbs put in place by states, leaving travellers fuming.Many passengers had to return from airports as airlines did not inform on cancellations until just a few hours before boarding

Zafrullah Chowdhury says Gonoshasthaya kit shows he is COVID-19 positive

Zafrullah Chowdhury, the founder and trustee of the Gonoshasthaya Kendra, has said he has contracted the novel coronavirus.

Plane crash: Mohamed bin Zayed offers condolences to Pakistan PM Imran Khan

The leaders also discussed bilateral relations

Dominic Cummings has shown it's one rule for the establishment, another for everyone else

When millions of people are making unprecedented sacrifices, the least we expect is for those in power to do the same, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

Top Kinahan target Patsy Hutch wears face mask as he takes a stroll in Dublin sunshine

The older brother of 'The Monk' Gerry Hutch has been rarely seen since a hit squad was sent to kill him in 2018

Egypt under fire over coronavirus deaths among healthcare workers

Egypt's medical union blamed the government for the rise in coronavirus infections and deaths among healthcare professionals, warning of a "complete collapse" of the country's health system.

Government aims to increase front line staff in city

Chief Secretary meets officials

An alleged $900,000 scam fell apart as detectives glanced into a car

Hours after issuing an arrest warrant for Patrick Michael O'Brien for an alleged roofing scam, detectives happened upon him in the car park of a Sydney hotel.

I’m innocent, says man accused of defiling his two daughters

Femi Onifade, a 48-year old man who was accused of defiling two of his daughters aged between six and nine has denied having carnal knowledge of them...

Sanzer Rebbe Hospitalized, Recovering After Mild Heart Attack

The public is being asked to please continue prayers for the complete recovery of Rabbi Zvi Elimelech ben Chaya Nechama.

Ghaziabad-Delhi border sealed again, essential services personnel allowed

 The Ghaziabad administration on Monday sealed its border with Delhi again in view of the rising cases of the coronavirus in the district in the last few days, according to an official order.

Quake Damages Buildings, Injures Several People

An earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale hit an area in Iran’s western province of Kohgilouyeh-Boyerahmad on Sunday, causing damage to buildings and injuring several people.

Jacinda’s ‘decent shake’ hits NZ

The PM was speaking to a morning news program from parliament when the magnitude-5.8 earthquake struck just before 8am

South Carolina soldier dies in Afghanistan

A South Carolina soldier has been killed in Afghanistan.

Police hunting thug after early morning attack in Glasgow city centre at Christmas

POLICE are hunting a thug after an attack in Glasgow just before Christmas. Officers are investigating an assault in the city centre around 3.30am on Friday December 20, 2019. And they have now rel…

UK to reopen thousands of shops in easing of coronavirus lockdown – Johnson

LONDON, May 25 (Reuters) - Britain will reopen thousands of high street shops, department stores and shopping centres next month, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday, setting out a timetable for businesses as part of moves to ease the coronavirus lockdown.

UK eases lockdown reopen shops

Britain will reopen thousands of high street shops, department stores, and shopping centres next month, Prime Minister Boris J

Outdoor markets and car showrooms can open next week in England

Boris Johnson announces other non-essential retail premises can reopen in three weeks

50 flyers opt for COVID-19 test

NT NETWORK Panaji The state government on Monday said that out of the total 113 passengers who landed in Goa by three different flights and a transit trai

Brawl offenders will be identified using CCTV and social media videos

Positive identifications are expected of the youths involved in a mass brawl in a Cork suburb at the weekend.

Mary-Kate Olsen finally files for divorce from Olivier Sarkozy after courts reopen

Mary-Kate Olsen and her husband Olivier Sarkozy split in April but they have been unable to proceed with their divorce due to the coronavirus outbreak

‘Original bhai’, friend held for firing countrymade gun in Diva

Accused wanted to establish himself as gangster with murder

Dutch PM Mark Rutte didn't see mother before her death because he followed virus lockdown rules

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was unable to visit his dying mother in her final weeks because he obeyed coronavirus restrictions against visiting care homes, his office said on Monday. Mr Rutte on Monday announced the death of 96-year-old Mieke Rutte-Dilling in a home in The Hague on May 13, nearly

Karachi Plane crash: Airbus A320's flight data recorder recovered from crash site

The critical piece of equipment would prove useful in determining the cause of the accident

Migrant (39) who failed to reach Europe dies in Libyan detention centre

A growing list of refugees and migrants have died after being forced back to Libya

Hazy Start: Time didn’t fly for airline passengers on Day 1

Passengers, masked and gloved, in hazmat suits, had to deal with glitches and sudden rule changes.

Covid impact: BEd admissions unlikely before August

Over 20,000 students opt for change in examination centres

Many want to write the exams from their home towns

McKenzie saddened by passing of former May Pen mayor

Minister of Local Government and Community Development Desmond McKenzie has expressed sadness at the passing of former Mayor of May Pen and Councillor for the Mineral Heights Division Milton Brown. Brown died today after a battle with cancer....

At IGI airport, tales of homecoming after months

With the first day of domestic operations coinciding with Eid-ul-Fitr, passengers included those who were happy at the thought of being reunited with their families before the end of the day.

I behaved legally and responsibly: Boris aide

Cummings says he undertook the journey to ensure that his child had support if he or his wife fell ill

Wike releases N450m to victims of 2019 'bloody' poll

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has released N450m to victims of the 2019 bloody general elections in Ijaw communities in Abonema...

Shoppers line up in downtown Montreal as retailers reopen to public

MONTREAL - Eager shoppers lined up outside some stores in downtown Montreal on Monday as retailers in the city were allowed to reopen for the first time sin

Louth Cllr condemns 'vile' racist graffiti

Local Councillor Pearse McGeough has hit out at those responsible for racist graffiti that appeared overnight in Ardee. Cllr McGeough said: “When this was reported to me and I saw what had been ...

Barnard Castle mayor says apology would have been good

Coun John Blissett spoke out after Dominic Cummings’ news conference during which he did not say sorry for visiting the town during lockdown.

Barnard Castle mayor says apology would have been good

Coun John Blissett spoke out after Dominic Cummings’ news conference during which he did not say sorry for visiting the town during lockdown.

Barnard Castle mayor says apology would have been good

Coun John Blissett spoke out after Dominic Cummings’ news conference during which he did not say sorry for visiting the town during lockdown.

Frontline Heroes: Pretty tyre-d — but on the road daily with vital deliveries

Stephen Collins, motorbike rider volunteers with Bravo Tango Charlie, a Covid- 19 emergency kit service which is delivering PPE and other essential goods to hospitals, nursing homes and other care settings across the country. Photo: Moya Nolan

Frontline Heros: Pretty tyre-d — but on the road daily with vital deliveries

Stephen Collins, motorbike rider volunteers with Bravo Tango Charlie, a Covid- 19 emergency kit service which is delivering PPE and other essential goods to hospitals, nursing homes and other care settings across the country. Photo: Moya Nolan

Kerala man admitted to hospital after jackfruit fell on head tests COVID-19 positive

Kerala Coronavirus, Kerala Covid19 Cases: Five people have died due to coronavirus in Kerala and over 95,000 are under observation. The total tally of Covid cases is 847.

NCLAT quashes NCLT order making MCA a party to all IBC proceedings

Allowing the plea filed by the MCA, a two-member bench of the appellate tribunal said the NCLT's direction was "beyond the power" and amounted to "imposition of a new rule in a compelling fashion".

Syria lifts night-time curfew from Tuesday, allows movement between governorates

CAIRO (Reuters) - Syria announced on Monday it will lift a night-time curfew, starting Tuesday evening, and will allow movement between governorates, state television said.

Girl, 2, rushed to hospital after falling 15ft onto busy beach in Devon

A GIRL has been taken to hospital after falling 15ft onto a busy beach in Devon today, sparking a major operation by emergency services. The two-year-old fell from the walkway above Meadfoot Beach …

Boris Johnson washes his hands over Dominic Cummings scandal

The prime minister backed his chief adviser but admitted he 'regrets the confusion and pain' the scandal has caused.

Man dies after workplace accident in Auckland

Emergency services were called to an address on Unity Dr at 7:35pm on Monday.

Covid-19: Rail Bhavan to shut down for second time in fortnight after another coronavirus case

A fourth-grade multitasking staffer who attended office till last Tuesday is the fifth COVID-19 case detected in the building in less than two weeks.

St Catherine man listed as person of interest in murder probe

Detectives in the St Catherine South Division have named a man as a person of interest in relation to a murder in Naggo Head, St Catherine on Sunday. He is 23-year-old Shamar McDonald of Rosemarie Lane, Naggo Head in St Catherine. McDonald is being...

Your evening longread: 'I met Edward Snowden - and since then I haven't stopped watching my back'

It’s a coronavirus-free zone as we bring you an interesting longread each evening to take your mind off the news.

Yul Edochie: Teachers who flog students for speaking vernacular should be ashamed of themselves

Yul Edochie, Nollywood actor, says teachers who engage in flogging students for speaking vernacular should be ashamed of themselves.

Relatives of Irish teen who plunged to death in balcony fall in Australia 'absolutely heartbroken'

Three men charged with the alleged murder of Cian English in a botched robbery in Brisbane had their case heard in court today

Shops in England can open next month if social distancing guidelines met, Boris Johnson says

The Prime Minister said outdoor markets and car showrooms would be able to open from June 1, with other retailers following a fortnight later

MSNBC's Dr. Vin Gupta: Make Masks Mandatory Like Smoking Bans

Dr. Vin Gupta suggested wearing masks should be mandatory to combat further spread of Chinese coronavirus.

UK PM Johnson's aide Cummings says should have explained trip earlier

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's close aide Dominic Cummings on Monday said he should have explained the circumstances of a 250 mile journey during lockdown earlier but that his decision to take the trip had not been a mistake.

Women protest the opening of Tasmac shops

A group of women staged a protest against the opening of a Tasmac shop in Athipattu in Tiruvallur district on Monday.According to police, the women snatched the umbrellas of the men waiting in queue a

Five-year-old travels alone from Delhi under ‘special category’

A five year old boy named Vihaan Sharma travelled alone on a flight from Delhi to Bengaluru as domestic flights resumed operation from Monday.Vihaan was holding a placard that read ‘special category’

Masks, distancing norms and half-empty planes — passengers recount experiences at Chennai airport

‘It was surreal to see people wearing PPE throughout the journey’