Record rise in unemployment casts a shadow over Trump’s re-election bid

If Americans vote their pocketbooks this November, it could be the end of Donald Trump’s short political career.

And yet, they will not play

Baseball is perfectly American.

Trump adds fuel to protest fires with denounced tweet

US president's comments came after protesters torched a Minneapolis police station

White House dares Twitter in war over Trump tweets

Washington, United States | AFP | The White House thumbed its nose at Twitter on Friday by reposting a President Donald Trump tweet that the social media giant had just taken the unprecedented step of hiding, because it violated the platform’s rules against “glorifying violence.” The tit-for-tat marked a new escalation in the row between Twitter …

LIVE: Trump to speak on China as it pushes for more control in Hong Kong

China’s communist leaders have been preparing for decades to take full control of the glittering capitalist oasis, while building up their own trade and financial centers to take Hong Kong's place.

US Prez Donald Trump to rebuke China over Hong Kong friction, Covid-19

Trump said he would announce on Friday what the administration would do “with respect to China,” though there’s no indication he’s planning to focus on the legislation. The White House has scheduled a news conference for 2 p.m.

How Trump’s tweets cause collateral damage for families already in pain

In the 19 years since a faulty heart valve caused Lori Klausutis to faint and fatally hit her head on a desk, her family has had to emotionally weather swells of conspiracy theories positing that she was the victim of foul play, even murder, despite all medical and police evidence to the contrary.

Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Friday to stop looters in Minneapolis with deadly military force, after that city weathered a third night of arson and rioting over the police killing of an unarmed black man.

US Pres. Trump weighing sanctions targeting China's financial sector – Bloomberg

US President Donald Trump is weighing sanctions that target China's financial sector through sanctions and trade policy over Hong Kong, Reuters report

Watch live: Trump holds press conference on China as tensions with U.S. escalate

President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak about China on Friday from the White House Rose Garden as tensions with the country continue to escalate.

Mark Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter

While Facebook does apply labels to misleading posts, it exempts from review posts by politicians, a decision that some lawmakers and presumptive Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden say helps lies to flourish online. Unlike Twitter, Facebook outsources its fact checking to media partners and says it takes no stance itself.

Trump is going to war with social media companies like Facebook and Twitter. Here's everything that's happened so far.

Trump has threatened to shut down or heavily regulate social media sites this week. This is why.

Where Things Stand: Charges Over George Floyd’s Death

The police officer who pinned George Floyd to the ground with his knee while Floyd repeatedly shouted that he couldn’t...

Trump's family tries to clean up his mess by tweeting wildly inconsistent calls for peace

Their messages conflict with Trump's call for violence.

Trump’s tweet on protests of George Floyd death earns him another Twitter flag

You have to hand it to Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey: He may have been lured into an unwinnable election-year fight with President Trump, but at least he's still throwing punches....

Trump ‘terminating’ relationship with World Health Organization

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

Trump says he's ending the US's relationship with the WHO as COVID-19 deaths climb above 100K

President Donald Trump says he will hold a press conference in the White House Rose Garden on Friday, as anti-police brutality demonstrations take place around the U.S. and the country deals with the continued threat of the coronavirus pandemic.

Trump says he's ending the US's relationship with the WHO as COVID-19 deaths climb above 100K

President Donald Trump says he will hold a press conference in the White House Rose Garden on Friday, as anti-police brutality demonstrations take place around the U.S. and the country deals with the continued threat of the coronavirus pandemic.

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.

Congress Calls State Dept. Officials for Interviews in Expanded Pompeo Inquiry

Lawmakers are investigating whether Secretary of State Mike Pompeo urged President Trump to fire Steve A. Linick, the department’s inspector general, to shield himself from Mr. Linick’s inquiries.

UK's Johnson, Trump, discuss potential of G-7 meeting

LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed the possibility Friday of meeting in person at the upcoming G-7 gathering in the United States — a session called into question by the global COVID-19 pandemic.Trump said last week he’s considering holding a meeting in the U.S. with the leaders of the world’s major economies after all. Trump had scheduled the Group of Seven summit for June 10-12 at Camp David, the presidential retreat in Maryland.Then in March, he canceled the annual meeting because of the pandemic and said that the leaders would talk by video conference instead.The announcement was the latest effort by Trump to signal to the nation that the U.S.

Trump Says, PM Modi Not In ‘Good Mood’

US President Donald Trump has said that he spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is not in a

India Gives Lie To Trump Claim On Ladakh Row

Top government sources on Friday virtually contradicted US President Donald Trump's claim of a conversation between him and Prime Minister Narenda Modi on India's ongoing military standoff with China in eastern Ladakh

No call between Trump and India's Modi on China border tension

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump about the south Asian nation's military standoff with China, a ...

India rejects US mediation in Ladakh standoff, reiterates China issue is bilateral

China too, in a statement on Friday, rejected any US mediation.

Flynn-Kislyak call transcripts released, revealing fateful talks over Russia sanctions

Transcripts of phone conversations that took place in December 2016 between then-national security adviser designate Michael Flynn and then-Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak were released Friday, detailing the discussions that would later lead to Flynn’s FBI interview and subsequent charges.

Weinstein raped me in 1994 at age 17, woman says in lawsuit

NEW YORK (AP) — A woman who says Harvey Weinstein raped her when she was 17 is among four plaintiffs in a new lawsuit against the imprisoned movie mogul, the latest court action accusing him of decades of vile sexual behavior.The woman, now 43, alleges Weinstein forced her to disrobe, demanded she perform oral sex on him and raped her in a hotel room in 1994 during what she thought would be a meeting about helping her break into the entertainment business, according to her allegations in the lawsuit filed Thursday in New York City.The woman, now living in Tennessee, alleges that Weinstein was nearly naked when she walked into the room and that he threatened her after the rape.

Man tried to smother and choke his partner, court told

A man who allegedly tried to smother and choke his heavily pregnant partner must remain in custody, a judge has ruled Michael Gibson, 29, is also accused of kneeing the woman in the stomach during the suspected attack at her home in south Belfast.

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Protests, some violent, spread in wake of George Floyd death ATLANTA (AP) — Demonstrators marched, stopped traffic and in some cases lashed out violently at police as protests erupted Friday in dozens of U.S. cities following the killing of George Floyd after a white officer pressed a knee into his neck while taking him into …

Twitter flags Trump's tweet again; says it violated rules about 'glorifying violence'

The move came after Trump tweeted that

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,...

Joe Biden doesn’t like Trump’s Twitter order, but still wants to revoke Section 230

But he wants to spur more moderation, not less

Joe Biden During Celebrity Fundraiser: George Floyd Death 'Ripped Open This Ugly Underbelly of Our Society'

Joe Biden spent Thursday evening raising money for his presidential campaign with assistance from celebrities including Whoopi Goldberg and musicians Sheryl Crow and Joe Walsh.

'I’m furious': Biden condemns Trump 'glorifying violence' and CNN arrest while officer in Floyd killing remains free

Joe Biden railed against the arrest of a CNN correspondent in Minneapolis, the handling of the officers involved in the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd, and President Trump's reaction to the violent riots in the city.

Taylor Swift Hits Back at Donald Trump's Threat of Violence on Twitter

"We will vote you out in November."

Klobuchar: 'It Is a Lie' I Declined to Prosecute Police Officer Involved in Floyd Death

Friday on MSNBC's "Andrea Mitchell Reports," Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) said it was "a lie" that as the chief legal officer of Hennepin County, MN she declined to charge Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin for his role in the shooting death of Wayne Reyes in October 2006. | Clips

Amy Klobuchar won’t back down from VP bid over prosecutor record criticism

WASHINGTON — Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar on Friday refused to withdraw her bid to become Joe Biden’s vice president after it emerged that she once failed to get charges brought against

Facebook Slams Trump's Executive Order, Claims It Will 'Restrict More Speech' Online

Social media giant Facebook criticized President Trump's recent executive order aiming to place new restrictions on social media giants that censor Americans, claiming that the order will "restrict more speech online."

Donald Trump signs social media order after Twitter battle

US president targets social media firms’ liability shield after Twitter fact-checks him.I’m signing an order to uphold the free speech rights of the American people, the president said

Confirmed Candidates For 2020 Trustee Election

Nominations for the 2020 TECT trustee election closed at 12 noon, Friday 29 May.

Marc Thiessen points out New York Times hypocrisy on mail-in ballots

President Trump has been adamant that feels mail-in ballots could compromise the 2020 presidential election and Marc Thiessen pointed out that The New York Times used to feel the same way. 

A Trump vs. Twitter Week

It’s a pandemic, protests against police brutality are gripping the country, and the president of the United States and Twitter are battling it out.

North Carolina Democrats 'dragging their feet' on convention rules, RNC chief says

(Reuters) - The head of the Republican National Committee accused North Carolina’s Democratic governor on Friday of delaying issuing guidelines for the party’s national convention in Charlotte, and warned that organizers are prepared to choose another location soon.

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…

Taylor Swift accuses Trump of 'stoking the fires of white supremacy' after George Floyd's death

US president Donald Trump called Minnesota protesters 'thugs' and suggested they could be shot if the looting continued

Vessel carrying seven Namibians and 182 Zimbabweans docks at Walvis Bay

-Seven Namibians and 182 Zimbabweans disembarked from the Carnival Cruise Liner at the Walvis Bay port, after the vessel docked there today.

Hydroxychloroquine prescriptions surged 2,000% after Trump promoted drug

Prescriptions for the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine jumped almost 2,000% during the week in March when President Trump promoted it to treat COVID-19.

US Stops Iranian Fuel Shipments to Venezuela

Trump admin promises to use its economic, diplomatic power to press for the restoration of Venezuelan democracy

Niall Horan hits back over Trump calling protesters 'thugs' after George Floyd death

US President Donald Trump has sparked outrage for calling protesters 'thugs' and saying they may be shot if they continued to loot

Israel looks to export its coronavirus coping skills

Start-up nation Israel, on its way out of coronavirus lockdown, is seeking to export lessons that have allowed it to emerge as one of the least-hit victims of the pandemic.

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...

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.

Sohrab Ahmari: Twitter is 'fact checking' Trump, will they also check leading liberals going forward?

Is Twitter also planing to append “fact-check” labels and links to tweets from prominent liberals that also turned out to be “misleading” or outright false?

Kashmiri Students At AMU Booked For ‘Pro-Pakistan Post’

Police in Uttar Pradesh state has booked two Kashmiri students of the Aligarh Muslim University under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for allegedly posting pro-Pakistan and anti-India messages on social media.

Why are students across India opposing online exams?

Incomplete syllabus, stress over the ongoing pandemic, and fear of not getting degrees on time are key concerns of students demanding promotion on the basis of internal assessments. Most are also facing problems due to a lack of infrastructure to appear for the online exams.

Barack Obama Shares a Powerful Statement on the Death of George Floyd

"If we want our children to grow up in a nation that lives up to its highest ideals, we can and must be better."

‘This shouldn’t be normal’: Obama comments on George Floyd killing

Former President Barack Obama responded Friday to the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, writing in a statement that disparate treatment “for millions of Americans . . .

'This shouldn’t be "normal" in 2020 America': Barack Obama says it 'falls on all of us' to 'be better' in the wake of George Floyd's death

Barack Obama has called for justice to be done, and called for an end to racial inequality - which remains 'tragically, painfully and maddeningly

Narendra Modi govt's silence on China 'fuelling massive speculation and uncertainty during crisis': Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday hit out at the Modi government for its “silence” on the military standoff with China in Ladakh and demanded that it come clean on the issue. “The government’s

Rahul Gandhi slams Modi government's silence on China

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday hit out at the Modi government for its “silence” on the military standoff with China in Ladakh and demanded that it come clean on the issue.

Govt’s Silence On China Border Issue Fuelling Speculation: Rahul

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday asked the Narendra Modi government to come clean on the border standoff with China

Twitter Censors Official White House Account

After censoring President Donald Trump's personal account, Twitter has now censored the official account of the White House as well.

Minneapolis cop who knelt on handcuffed black man charged with murder

The white Minneapolis police officer seen on video kneeling on George Floyd's neck was arrested on murder charges Friday and accused in court papers of ignoring another officer who was worried about the handcuffed black man who died after pleading that he could not breathe.

FILE: 80 promises Buhari, APC made to Nigerians five years ago

Exactly five years ago, Muhammadu Buhari assumed office as Nigeria's president after ousting a ruling party for the first time in the nation's history.

Man Tests Covid-19 Positive After Death, J&K Toll At 28

A day after his death, swab samples of a 70-year-old man from south Kashmir’s  Shopian district came out to be positive for the novel coronavirus, taking the death count due to the deadly disease in Jammu and Kashmir to 28, officials said

NC Says It Won’t Be Part Of Delimitation Commission

The National Conference on Friday rejected the process of setting up of a Delimitation Commission by the Centre for redrawing parliamentary and assembly constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir, saying its MPs will not participate in the exercise as the party is unwilling to accept the events of last year's August 5

Sen. Ted Cruz demands a federal investigation into Twitter, claiming it's violating US sanctions against Iran by letting the country's leaders have accounts

Cruz alleges Twitter is in violation of US sanctions against Iran by allowing two state leaders to run accounts on the platform.

Ted Cruz wants Twitter investigated over Iran sanctions compliance

A new front in Trump’s spat with the platform.

Minnesota state Democrats postpone convention due to unrest over George Floyd death

The Minnesota Democratic-Farmer Labor (DFL) party postponed its virtual convention, originally slated for this weekend, due to unrest across the state following the death of George Floyd. 

Ukraine, Hungary Seek To Overcome Impasse Over Language Law Impeding NATO Initiatives

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and his Hungarian counterpart Peter Szijjarto have discussed Kyiv-Budapest bilateral ties at a time Hungary is blocking NATO initiatives because of a restrictive language law in Ukraine.

Minneapolis officer charged following death of black man in custody

The arrest comes after three days of protests.

Ajit Jogi: Quintessential politician who never gave up

Ajit Pramod Kumar Jogi, the first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, was known in the political circles as someone who never gave up despite defeats, controversies and debilitating health issues.  

Chhattisgarh's first CM Ajit Jogi passes away

Chhattisgarh's first CM Ajit Jogi passes away: Chhattisgarh's first Chief Minister Ajit Jogi succumbed to cardiac arrest in a hospital here on Friday, doctors said. He .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Edo 2020: PDP aspirant promises affordable housing, security

 A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant in Edo, Engr Gideon Ikhine, has promised to provide affordable

President Muhammadu Buhari trusts women more than men — Garba Shehu

The Senior Special Assistant, Media and Publicity to President Muhammadu Buhari, Mr Garba Shehu has said that Buhari trusts

Officer Involved In Killing Of George Floyd Has Been Arrested

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The police officer seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man...

What Is The United States Space Force?

The Space Force was first announced by US President Donald Trump in June 2018 as the sixth branch of America's armed forces.

Russia to send team to Guiana Space Center after fuel leak

Russia's space agency says it will send a team of specialists to South America to investigate the leak of toxic fuel from a Russian rocket stage at the Guiana Space Center.

Minneapolis officer arrested following death of black man in custody

The Minneapolis officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, has been arrested.

Minneapolis officer charged following death of black man in custody

The arrest comes after three days of protests.

Minneapolis officer charged following death of black man in custody

The arrest comes after three days of protests.

Racially charged violence rages for third night in Minneapolis

A third night of racially charged arson, looting and vandalism gripped Minneapolis as protesters vented rage over the death of an unarmed black man after a white police officer knelt on his neck as he lay on the ground following arrest.

McConnell: Next coronavirus bill will be final COVID-19 package

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said on Friday that the next potential relief bill will be the final coronavirus stimulus legislation.

McConnell calls for end to violent protests

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell called for an end to violent protests in Minneapolis and in Louisville, Kentucky, where deaths have sparked riots and clashes between citizens and law enforcement.

McConnell calls on nation to 'pull together' after violence rocks hometown of Louisville

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) on Friday called on the country to “pull together” amid demonstrations in Louisville and other cities following the high-profile deaths of several

Lockdown in West Bengal: CM Mamata announces relaxations from June 1

Banerjee, who has been criticising the railways for the past few days for ferrying a large number of migrant workers to the state without consulting her government, claimed that it is being done without following the norms of social distancing.

India Coronavirus Update, May 29: India becomes ninth worst-hit country; Goa, Haryana bat for lockdown extension

Coronavirus (Covid-19) India Latest Update, 29 May: A record jump of 7,466 infections and 175 deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours from across the country, the health ministry said. Of the total, 4,704 are the number of casualties, 89,987 are active cases and 7,1105 people have been treated and discharged so far.

Brother of explosives-laden car owner intercepted in Pulwama being questioned: J-K Police

According to the police, Hidayatullah Malik is a resident of Sharatpora in Shopian who joined the militant ranks in July 2019.

Prisoner pleads guilty to threatening to kill female MP and sending vile letters to Boris Johnson

Rakeem Malik pleaded guilty before Birmingham Crown Court.

Twitter says CEO Dorsey informed in advance of decision to tag Trump tweet

(Reuters) - Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey was informed in advance by the company’s staff of a decision to tag a tweet by President Donald Trump as “glorifying violence”, a spokeswoman for the company said.

Migrants on Move: Desperate Bids and Bumpy Ride on J&K’s Horror Highway

Amid mounting labour crisis in mainland, hundreds of migrant workers have started foot journey from mountains on the landslide-prone Srinagar-Jammu highway, even as Shramik trains and buses have been deployed for their homecoming

US Cop Who Kneeled On Black Man's Neck Charged With Third-Degree Murder

The policeman accused of killing unarmed African American George Lloyd in the US city of Minneapolis has been taken into custody, a state official announced Friday.

Minnesota governor pledges justice after George Floyd killing: 'normal was not working' – video

'Normal was not working for many communities', says Minnesota governor as he adds now is a time to pause after huge protests following George Floyd's death 

US: Minneapolis cop who knelt on George Floyd's neck arrested

The Minneapolis officer who was seen on video kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who died in custody after pleading that he could not breathe, was arrested on Friday.

Officer Who Pinned George Floyd to the Ground Has Been Arrested

UPDATE: Chauvin has been charged with third degree murder. Attorney

Argentina's ex-president Macri probed over 'spying'

Prosecutors in Argentina have opened an investigation into allegations that former president Mauricio Macri spied on political opponents during his five years in office, judicial sources reported Friday.

Pakistani Army Claims It Shot Down Indian Drone

Earlier this week, Pakistani troops shot down an Indian spying quadcopter in Rakhchikri Sector along the Line of Control.

NIA Court Denies Interim Bail To Sudha Bhardwaj Accused In Bhima-Koregaon Case

A special NIA court in Mumbai on Friday rejected the interim bail application of activist Sudha Bhardwaj, an accused in the Bhima Koregaon case.

NIA ‘Hurriedly Transfered’ Navlakha: Court

Delhi High Court has pulled up the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for

NYPD removed ‘troublemakers’ from George Floyd protests in Manhattan

Cops arrested 72 people during heated demonstrations in Manhattan over the police-involved death of George Floyd in Minnesota, an NYPD official said.

Smriti Irani hits back at Sonia Gandhi: Congress indulging in political slander unfortunate but expected

Smriti Irani alleged that the Congress was practising petty politics and was trying to break the country's resolve.

George Floyd case revives 'qualified immunity' debate, as Supreme Court could soon take up issue

Qualified immunity is a concept developed by the Supreme Court that gives government officials immunity from harms caused by their actions under a large number of circumstances that may happen as they perform their official duties.

India lambasts Pakistan's 'absurd statement' on Ram Janmabhoomi verdict

In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) also reminded Pakistan that “India is a nation served by the rule of law.

Pakistan Army shoots down second Indian ‘spying quadcopter’ in a week

Indian spy drone came from Kanzal­wan Sector, intrud­ed 700 metres on Pakist­an side, says ISPR

Tina Ezekwe: Police ASP, inspector arrested over killing of teenager

The police command in Lagos have opened up on the identies of its top officers that were linked to the killing of a teenager, Tina Ezekwe, on Tuesday, May 26.

Police arrest two officers for shooting teenager in Lagos

Two police officers have been arrested in Lagos for killing Tina Ezekwe, a 16-year old girl, at Iyana-Oworo area of Lagos, the police have said.

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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.

Law Minister rakes up SC verdict quashing NJAC

Expressing ‘serious reservation’ on the 2015 Supreme Court ruling that had quashed the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) in favour of the present Collegium system, Law Minister Ravi Sha

Derek Chauvin, cop who pinned down George Floyd, faces murder charge

The cop who was caught on camera using his knee to pin George Floyd’s neck to the ground is being charged with unintentional murder and manslaughter — but may face more serious

Minneapolis cop who knelt on neck of George Floyd is charged with murder | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

MINNEAPOLIS >> The white Minneapolis police officer seen on video kneeling on George Floyd’s neck was arrested on murder charges today and accused in court papers of ignoring another officer who was worried about the handcuffed black man who died after pleading that he could not breathe.

ABC News: 'No Major Increase' in Worrisome COVID Data in States That Started Re-Opening in Early May

Plus: Good News From Scandinavia.

Ekweremadu kicks against executive order on state judiciary, legislature

Ike Ekweremadu, senator representing Enugu west, has faulted the executive order of President Muhammadu Buhari on financial autonomy for the legislature and judiciary in states. While signing the order last week, Buhari had

Lockdown 5.0 Guidelines Likely Today: Will Metro, Malls, Restaurants Open? Check State-Wise Plan

Lockdown 5.0 Guidelines Tomorrow: States will get the full authority to make a balance between restrictions and the resumption of economic activities.

N.S. police received warnings in 2011 about man who would become mass killer

HALIFAX — A newly released document reveals that in May 2011, police were told the Nova Scotia man who would later kill 22 people in a shooting rampage wanted to "kill a cop" and was feeling mentally unstable.

Russian warplanes in Libya could open new phase in Middle East's biggest proxy war

The U.S. says Russian warplanes sent to back Moscow's favored militia leader in Libya could open a new phase in the Middle East's biggest proxy war.

Bangladeshis killed in Libya were abducted and tortured, Foreign Ministry says

DHAKA (Reuters) - The 30 migrants slain by traffickers in Libya on Wednesday had been abducted while crossing the country in search of work and then tortured to extract a ransom, Bangladesh’s Foreign Ministry said on Friday, citing a survivor.

UNSC paralysis and ‘political infighting’ must end, to boost COVID-19 fight: Borrell

“We must learn the wider lessons and take seriously how human health and planetary health are linked and how existing inequalities are making us more vulnerable.”

Turkey says may begin oil exploration under Libya deal in three-four months

ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey may begin oil exploration in the eastern Mediterranean within three or four months under a deal it signed with Libya that was condemned by others in the region including Greece, Energy Minister Fatih Donmez said on Friday.

Triple murder case: Tejashwi Yadav stopped from taking out protest march

The Bihar Police on Friday (May 29) stopped the leader of the opposition, Tejashwi Yadav, from taking out his protest march from Patna to Gopalganj. The march was being taken out to protest triple

Gopalganj triple murder: Upendra Kushwaha’s RLSP adds an unexpected twist to Tejashwi Yadav’s pitch against CM Nitish Kumar

Tejaswi Yadav, who was sitting inside his vehicle outside his home, said that there is no house arrest order against him and lockdown is only for MLAs while criminals are allowed to move freely.

‘Dinner meeting’ of Karnataka BJP MLAs sets alarm bells ringing in party

The impending elections to the Rajya Sabha and the Legislative Council in June seem to be the triggers that have brought the politicking back.

Neighbours applaud in the street as coronavirus survivor finally comes home

It was a moment his family thought they might never see

What happens when the police lose all legitimacy

When the criminal justice system has earned the contempt of the citizenry, disorder follows

‘Enormous space’ for peaceful Taiwan reunification: senior official

The importance of China’s Anti-Secession Law must be understood profoundly and Taiwan secessionists’ moves must be firmly opposed to push forward the peaceful reunification of the island, a senior Chinese official said at a forum on the 15th anniversary of the enactment of the Anti-Secession Law, held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Friday.

Taiwan top court rules adultery no longer a crime

Taiwan's top court has decriminalised adultery, ruling the law against it breached constitutional protections of sexual autonomy and equality, in a move hailed by rights groups.

Lessons from recent regional developments

DESPITE the significant challenges posed by Covid-19 particularly along the lines of sociopolitical repercussions and economic impact to locals, the Malaysian government should also pay attention to the aspect of foreign affairs – namely the developments in Southeast Asia and East Asia.

Taiwan president meets HK dissident, promises support for protesters

Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen visited a bookstore run by a prominent Hong Kong dissident Friday, repeating promises of humanitarian support and sanctuary for those fighting for democracy in the finance hub.

UK Will Increase Visa Rights for Hong Kongers If China Issues Crackdown

The British foreign secretary has said that the UK will extend visa rights to Hong Kongers if China implements its proposed 'security' law.

UK to extend visa rights for Hong Kong unless China ‘steps back’

 The UK government has said that it is open to extending the visa rights of British National Overseas (BNO) passport holders in Hong Kong to offer them a path to the country's citizenship unless

Aid workers abducted and killed in Somalia

Somalia's government says eight "very young" aid workers have been abducted and killed by an armed group outside the capital, Mogadishu.

Pune: Duo threatens man, sets his house on fire over interfaith relationship, say police

Jayesh Gaikwad, a resident of Wanavdi Bazaar, has lodged the first information report in this case at the Wanavdi police station.

Forest fire triggers landmine blasts along LoC in Poonch

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Church of Uganda issues Martyrs Day 2020 program

According to a statement from the Church of Uganda Provincial Secretary, the Rev. Canon William Ongeng, the celebrations at the Anglican Shrine will be carried out...

Ill. Governor Drops All Church Restrictions After Lawsuit

Churches claimed governor's restrictions ignored

Afghan Defense Ministry Claims Taliban Violated Ceasefire

The Afghan Ministry of Defense (MoD) on Friday accused the Taliban of having violated the ceasefire that was put in place on Saturday despite the group's assurances to fully implement the c

Minneapolis officer charged with murder

A former Minneapolis police officer involved in the death of George Floyd has been charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter, the Hennepin County attorney Mike Freeman announced Friday

Reshuffle in police dept.

The State government has effected a reshuffle in the upper echelons of the police department. Dr. B. Sandhya IPS, Additional Director General of Police & Director, Kerala Police Academy, is tr

Banditry: Tambuwal updates Buhari on Sabon Birni massacre

President Muhammadu Buhari has on Friday, May 29 met with Gov. Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto state behind closed doors at the Presidential Villa, Abuja over banditry

Banditry: Buhari, Tambuwal meet

Kayode Oyero The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has met with Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State. The meeting was not unconnected to the recent security challenges in ...

From Shamba Boy to MP - Mwingi West MP Charles Nguna's Story

Though living in poverty, he was hopeful that they would overcome that season in their life as he was always...

Coronavirus lockdown | Maharashtra reports 2,682 new cases, 116 deaths

Total case tally crosses 60,000-mark; 8,381 patients discharged

Coronavirus in Maharashtra: Lockdown 5.0 may be restricted to COVID-19 hotspots

Sheriff: Texas constable mistakenly killed by deputy

A Texas deputy mistakenly shot and killed another responding officer early Friday while searching a home after a neighbor reported a suspicious person in the area, authorities said.The shooting happened in the Sienna Plantation subdivision in Missouri City, about 15 miles (25 kilometers) southwest of Houston.Fort Bend County Sheriff Troy Nehls said a neighbor called police to report that someone suspicious was running in the area. County sheriff’s deputies and Deputy Constable Caleb Rule responded, he said.Nehls said the 911 caller reported seeing the suspect through a security camera running into a house that the caller knew was vacant. He said that at some point, a light was seen on in the normally vacant house.

Virus sends consumer spending down 13.6% in April

U.S. consumer spending plunged by a record-shattering 13.6% in April as the pandemic shuttered businesses, forced millions of layoffs and sent the economy into deep recession.

Nagaland Class 10, 12 NBSE Board Exam Results On Saturday; Here's How To Check Your Scorecard

The result would be available to candidates on the official site of NBSE at nbsenagaland.com. Students can also check their scorecards by Saturday afternoon via app and over SMS besides the official website.

PSEB 10th result declared: Where, how to check 5th, 8th, 10th Punjab board result

Amid ongoing coronavirus lockdown, PSEB decided to promote all students on the basis of their marks in the pre-board exam

Suspect accused of killing wife in Stonehenge makes first court appearance

Vuyo Ulirch Mabunda, a security supervisor at Transnet and former police officer, is facing charges of murder after he allegedly shot and killed Tebogo Mabunda.

Bobrisky arrested in Lagos - The Nation Nigeria

Operatives of the Inspector General Police (IG) Monitoring Unit on Thursday arrested popular cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye alias Bobrisky.

Karnataka government to decide on film activities

​​On Friday, a delegation of the film fraternity met Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa and requested him to allow resuming of film activities that had come to a standstill since March 22.​

Karnataka heading for fresh political crisis? Meeting of BJP MLAs triggers speculation, CM Yediyurappa rejects reports

The MLAs from North Karnataka met at the residence of former MP Ramesh Katti at Bellad Bagewadi in Belagavi district on Thursday evening in the backdrop of coming elections to four Rajya Sabha seats from the state.

This weekend we’re watching: Injustice in a world of racist and classist brutality

Police brutality, institutionalised racism, casual disregard for the poor – foul relics of an oppressive past. We’re not talking about South Africa, but we might as well be. This weekend we’re taking a look at America’s merciless criminal justice system and the innocent people caught in its clutches.

The average cost of car insurance in the US

The average cost of car insurance varies by the state you live in, your driving and credit history, age, years of driving experience, and more.

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

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

NC not to participate in delimitation exercise: Aga Ruhullah

National Conference leader Aga Syed Ruhullah on Friday said that National conference will not participate in the delimitation exercise. “The @JKNC_ will

West Bengal: Kolkata Police Nabs Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh’s (JMB) Top Operative Abdul Karim Alias Boro Karim

The Special Task Force of Kolkata Police on Friday (29 May) morning arrested Bangladesh-based terror outfit Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh's (JMB) top operative Abdul Karim alias Boro Karim.

George Floyd killing: what sparked the protests – and what has been the response?

Protests have flared up across the US as people demand justice and systemic change to end police brutality

India Lockdown Diary, Day 66: Sonu Sood arranges flight for migrants; virtual farewell to Delhi HC judge and more

Here’s a curated list of some interesting stories from across the country on Day 66 of lockdown

Global Voices (GV) is seeking a part-time bilingual Arabic/English Regional Editor for its coverage of the Middle East and North Africa

Are you a writer and editor knowledgable and curious about all facets of the Middle East and North Africa?

Amritsar to Amethi: Registered, medically fit, brimming with hope — still left behind

Even as the daily Shramik trains from Punjab stop today, not all who received the call from the administration could board. We tell you why some could not make the journey back home

Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin taken into custody after George Floyd death

Mr Floyd died on Monday after the officer was filmed pushing his knee down on his neck, in spite of the victim's pleas that he could not breathe. The death has sparked huge anger and calls for officers to face murder charges

Steve Carell, Seth Rogen Among Celebs Donating Bail Money for Minneapolis Protesters

Actors Steve Carell and Seth Rogen are among the Hollywood celebrities donating money to the Minnesota Freedom Fund, a nonprofit group raising money used to bail out protesters in Minneapolis as rioters and looters flood the streets in the wake of George Floyd's police involved death.

Court Orders Lesotho Ex-First Lady Rearrested in Murder Trial

Lesotho's Court of Appeal on Friday ordered the rearrest of former first lady Maesaiah Thabane after revoking her bail on murder charges over the 2017 killing of her husband's estranged wife.

Lesotho appeal courts revokes bail granted to former leader's wife

MASERU (Reuters) - Lesotho’s Appeal Court on Friday revoked bail which had been granted to former prime minister Thomas Thabane’s wife, who is accused of murdering his previous spouse.

11 Essays To Read About Racism & Police Violence

On May 25, Minneapolis resident George Floyd was killed by city police. He’d moved to Minnesota to improve his life, his friends told CNN. Instead, the 46-year-old became one of the roughly 1,000 people killed by American police annually.…

Instead of 14-day quarantine protocol, Kutch industry body demands Covid test for migrants returning to work

Federation of Kutch Industries Association (FOKIA) has written a letter Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, demanding that the provision requiring one to remain in quarantine after inter-state travel be done away with

Derek Chauvin Charged with Murder of George Floyd

The state of Minnesota announced Friday afternoon that Derek Chauvin has been arrested in connection with the death of George Floyd.

Virginia enters phase one Friday as mandatory face mask rule goes into effect

The entirety of Virginia will be in phase one of reopening beginning Friday, as Richmond, Accomack County and the northern Virginia region join the rest of the state.

Keyamo: How we’ll select beneficiaries of FG’s 774,000 employment programme

Festus Keyamo, minister of state for labour and employment, says the selection of 774,000 beneficiaries for special public works programme designed by...

Coronavirus is an unprecedented challenge to equality 50 years on from equal pay

The Equal Pay Act was passed 50 years ago and carried through by heroes of the Labour movement: the inimitable Barbara Castle, Labour’s Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity, the 187 women sewing-machinists at Ford Dagenham who went on strike against sex discrimination in job grading in 1968

Michael Gove's Twitter account likes picture of porn before it's swiftly deleted

The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster's social media page appeared to 'like' a pornography image, which has since been deleted

Petition calling for UK PM's aide to be sacked passes one million signatures

A petition calling for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide to be sacked after he took a long-distance journey during the country's coronavirus lockdown has been signed by more than one million people. Dominic Cummings travelled 400 km (250 miles) from London to the northern English

Petition calling for UK PM's aide to be sacked passes one million signatures

LONDON (Reuters) - A petition calling for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest aide to be sacked after he took a long-distance journey during the country’s coronavirus lockdown has been signed by more than one million people.

Conservatives weigh long-term cost of Cummings controversy

Boris Johnson’s senior adviser accused of being out of touch after lockdown trip across England

Locust invasion wreaks havoc on crops and orchards in Pakistan

The damage poses a threat to food security in an impoverished nation already struggling to tackle a coronavirus pandemic that has caused more than 1,300 deaths

Locust control operations continue, no crop loss reported: Centre

Locust Control Offices (LCOs) on Friday conducted control operations at 15 locations in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, the Union Agriculture Ministry said, adding that no crop loss was reported.

CRPF men donate blood to Naxal injured in encounter in Jharkhand

A team led by the paramilitary forces' 60th battalion and state police killed three Naxals and apprehended two on Thursday after a gunbattle in the forests of the Manmaru-Tebo area in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district.

First aircraft lands at new Yobe International cargo airport

Two aeroplanes, on Friday landed at the new International Cargo Airport in Damaturu, Yobe State, in a test run ahead of the official opening of the airport.

Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano airports to reopen in ‘few days’

Major airports in the country will in the “next few days” roar into life after weeks of inactivity caused by the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.

301 Chinese evacuated from Nigeria through Lagos airport

301 Chinese nationals were on Thursday night evacuated from Nigeria through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA

Coronavirus travel bans leave hundreds stranded at Brazil's largest airport

SAO PAULO - Stefany Carvallido, her 2-year-old daughter and about 200 other Colombians have been camping out inside Brazil's busiest international airport for days in a desperate attempt to get back to their home country.

Night of flames and fury as Minneapolis swells with outrage over George Floyd killing

The 3rd precinct station was not the only building that burned overnight, as furious protesters’ demand for justice intensified

Tiff over pet dog triggers ugly brawl in Bhayandar; trio including BJP corporator booked

Telangana: Sons refuse to allow 80-year-old mother into house out of COVID-19 fear

The woman today returned from Sholapur in Maharashtra after a stay at her relatives house in the wake of relaxations in lockdown norms, but her elder son and his wife did not allow her into the house, said Edla Ashok, a division member of Karimnagar Municipal Corporation.

Telangana: Sons refuse to allow 80-year-old mother into house out of Covid-19 fear

The woman on Friday returned from Sholapur in Maharashtra after a stay at her relatives' house in the wake of relaxations in lockdown norms, but her elder son and his wife did not allow her into the house.

Indonesia minister slammed for 'virus is like your wife' remarks

An Indonesian minister is under fire after he compared coronavirus to rebellious wives, in remarks aimed at soothing public fears about easing ...

‘New normal’ aims to keep economy running: Minister

The government said on Thursday that it needed to implement the so-called “new normal” to keep the economy running while maintaining restrictions to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Sanwo-Olu virtually commissions 18 projects

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu virtually commissioned 18 projects in commemoration of his first year in office at a ceremony held at the Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja.

Minneapolis Police License Plate Doesn’t Raise a ‘False Flag’

Social media posts incorrectly claim that Minneapolis police license plates "dont say POLICE," and that proves the death of George Floyd was a planned event. Actually, many police vehicles in Minneapolis have that license plate.

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.

Varadkar confident government can be in place by end of June

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he is confident a government can be in place before the end of June.

JUST IN: Police arrest 250 Miners in Zamfara

Police in Zamfara state, Friday, arrested 250 illegal miners. Those arrested included a foreigner,while items  recovered from the culprits

5 Delhi Hotels To Function As Coronavirus Quarantine Centres

Two more Delhi government hospitals have been declared as COVID-19-dedicated facilities, according to an official order on Friday.

Obama’s George Floyd statement calls for a “new normal” for black Americans

"This shouldn’t be normal in 2020 America."

French kids tell us their Covid-19 stories

This week, we're taking a look at the Covid-19 crisis from a child's perspective. Between new and daunting ways of schooling, closed-down play areas, cancelled holidays and the arrival of worrying fa…

French health workers angry as reforms threaten famous 35-hour working week

As French health workers continue to demonstrate demanding better pay and conditions after gruelling work on the coronavirus frontline, the government has announced that significant healthcare reform…

Two held for sexual abuse of minor

Two youths who were suspected of sexually abusing minor girls were arrested from Mukkom on Friday. The police said the two, C.P. Ashad, 21, and P. Ajmal, 18, were also suspected of creating a scare in

El-Rufai decries spate of banditry in Northwest

Gov. Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State has expressed grief over the high spate of banditry in the Northwest.........

Don’t allow bandits dislodged from Zamfara move to Kaduna, el-Rufai begs military

Nasir el-Rufai, governor of Kaduna state, has called on the military to intensify its fight against banditry in the state. Over the weeks, the military has coordinated different offensives against

African Union chief condemns US police killing of unarmed black man

Moussa Faki Mahamat "strongly condemns the murder of George Floyd that occurred in the United States of America at the hands of law enforcement officers, and wishes to extend his deepest condolences to his family and loved ones," read a statement issued by his spokeswoman. 

Taiwan decriminalises adultery in landmark ruling

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan’s constitutional court on Friday decriminalised adultery in a landmark judgment aimed at upholding personal rights and privacy, scrapping a law that activists said discriminated against women.

Man with 'atrocious' criminal record jailed

A 27-year old man with an "atrocious" criminal record has been jailed for a spate of offences committed in the Newry area.

Court discharges Senator Ademola Adeleke over charges of examination ‘malpractice’

Senator Ademola Adeleke has been discharged by a federal high court in Abuja over charges of examination malpractice. Ademola Adeleke, who was a former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun state and

Police: Trans man fatally shot by officer after pointing gun

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A transgender black man was fatally shot by an officer in Florida after fatally stabbing another man and pointing a gun at the officer, authorities said....

‘Amazing’ efforts of community workers praised by hirsute Harry

The Duke of Sussex chatted to staff and a volunteer from the London-based charity Sport at the Heart.

‘Amazing’ efforts of community workers praised by hirsute Harry

The Duke of Sussex chatted to staff and a volunteer from the London-based charity Sport at the Heart.

‘Amazing’ efforts of community workers praised by hirsute Harry

The Duke of Sussex chatted to staff and a volunteer from the London-based charity Sport at the Heart.

De Blasio backs George Floyd protests despite coronavirus gathering ban

Mayor Bill de Blasio on Friday welcomed peaceful mass protests in the Big Apple over the police-involved death of George Floyd — even as he has staunchly barred other demonstrations, religious

Derek Chauvin charged with murder in connection with death of George Floyd

US officer fired by Minneapolis police after Floyd died while being restrained

Army Shoot-Off Will Pit Israel's Iron Dome Against Foreign Competitors

The Army announced its plans to purchase Iron Dome in February 2019 to comply with the fiscal 2019 NDAA.

Army Top Brass Discusses Ladakh Stand-Off, J&K Situation 

The apex leadership of the Indian Army deliberated on various aspects related to existing and developing security challenges, the Army said on Friday at the end of a three-day conference of its top commanders here

Migrant crisis: Labourer’s body found lying in toilet of special train four days after he boarded it

The Jhansi-Gorakhpur train left Jhansi on May 23 and reached Gorakhpur on May 24. However, the worker’s body was found on May 27 in the railway yard.

Quebec says 41 students and staff have tested positive for COVID-19 since reopening

A survey of school boards conducted May 25 found that 19 students and 22 staff members were found to be infected in the first two weeks following the reopening.

Gujarat Administrative Service officer Dhaval Jani tests positive for Covid

Accused of irregularities in the polls, Dhaval Jani was posted with Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) before being deputed on Covid-19 duty.

Pepper spray, tear gas used to stop Dallas, Houston protests

Police in Texas’ two largest cities deployed pepper spray and tear gas Friday night as protests escalated over the death of Houston native George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody.

Coronavirus protest concert blocked by Utah judge

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah judge blocked a concert protesting coronavirus restrictions Friday, siding with county health officials who said the event expected to attract thousands of people...

Man Held for Assaulting Chinese National with Sticks Over Feeding of Stray Dogs in Uttar Pradesh

New Delhi (Sputnik): On 25 May, a Chinese woman was beaten with sticks outside her home in Uttar Pradesh’s Gautam Buddh Nagar district. She took to Twitter and narrated...

Covid-19 in Tamil Nadu: Chennai Corporation orders closure of 150 shops in T Nagar; 30 Puzhal inmates test positive

While inspecting the shops on Friday, authorities found that the shops were not following social distancing and sanitation norms and claimed that some of the shops did not even have sanitizers to provide to the customers.

The Plain Truth: Why Nepal Stands To Gain Nothing From Belligerence Over ‘Territorial Dispute’ With India

Nepal has, for all practical purposes, painted itself into a corner

Police seize drugs, $53K cash from northwest Las Vegas home

Las Vegas police recently seized drugs, $53,000 in cash and two guns while serving a search warrant at a northwest Las Vegas home.

Coronavirus in Pune and PCMC: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad on May 29

Pune Municipal Corporation Mayor Murlidhar Mohol on Friday evening said that 242 fresh COVID-19 cases were reported in Pune and the total COVID-19 cases in the city are 6,093.

Karnataka Covid-19 wrap: State records 248 cases in 24 hrs; gram panchayat polls postponed

The total number of cases in the state has now reached 2,781, out of which 1,837 are active. The state has recorded 48 deaths and 894 people have been recovered and discharged. 

Knox County hits red light on COVID-19 phased reopening plan

Knox County has hit a benchmark red light for progress on the reduction of COVID-19 cases, according to standards set by the Knox County Health Department.

Buried Remains-Couple Charged

The remains of a second child that belonged to a Tennessee couple facing abuse charges have been found buried in a yard, court records said. A search warrant affidavit says police recovered the remains of a boy from a Knox County property where Michael and Shirley Gray lived until about 2016, news outlets

County Announces COVID-19 Ambassadors to Assist Local Businesses

Santa Barbara County Supervisor Gregg Hart announced COVID-19 Ambassadors will assist local businesses with reopening and guideline compliance.

Teen arrested over report 15-year-old boy was kidnapped and threatened with gun

He remains in policy custody

Senators ask FTC to investigate Instacart over 'tip baiting'

A group of US senators has called on the FTC to investigate Instacart and other grocery delivery services for allowing 'tip baiting' that stiffs couriers.

Only 4 Shramik trains have taken over 72 hours to reach destination: Railways

Among the destination-states for which the trains were diverted were Bihar (51), Uttar Pradesh (16), Jharkhand (2), Assam and Manipur (1 each).

Migrant workers | Reports of ‘lost’ trains fake, says Railways

“Only four of 3840 trains since May 1 have taken over three days to reach their destinations”

MDC Alliance judgement open doors for more recalls of Chamisa's defiant MPs

High Court Judge Tawanda Chitapi has dismissed with costs application by MDC Alliance led by Nelson Chamisa seeking to bar the recall of its legislators from Pa...

Burundi First Lady hospitalised in Nairobi

Nairobi, Kenya | AFP | Burundi’s first lady was in hospital in Nairobi on Friday, after being flown in on a late-night medical flight, according to sources at the airport and in the presidency. First lady Denise Bucumi was flown out of Burundi on a Pilatus plane by the AMREF air ambulance service, according to a source at the Melchior …

Oakland prepares for Friday-night protest

A demonstration over the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis is planned for Friday night in Oakland.

Former PSP stalwarts Michelle Lee, Ravi Philemon form new political party, Red Dot United

Former PSP stalwarts Michelle Lee, Ravi Philemon form new political party, Red Dot United

‘My harrowing journey to quarantine’ – a mother’s story

Lockdown regulations have had a profound impact on the lives of every South African. Bernice Bredenkamp (34) and her daughter Ivanke (4) have faced a greater challenge than most.

Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Call The Cops After Drones Fly Over Their Los Angeles Mansion

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moved into their Los Angeles mansion back in March with their one-year-old son Archie Harrison. But, it turns out that

Shinhwa's Dongwan encounters another sasaeng incident at his home, will be taking strict action against sasaeng fans who trespass on his property

Shinhwa's Dongwan will be taking strict legal action against sasaeng fans after experiencing another disturbing incident at his residence. …

'Murdered' mum's body was 'in several parts' when found in country park

The woman, named locally as Yvonne Lawson McCann, was found in several parts at Reddish Vale Country Park in Stockport at around 10.30am on Monday, with police arresting a 48-year-old man suspected of the murder

Kevin Hart and Kathy Burke lead support for reporter Omar Jimenez after arrest

The public has been outraged at the arrest of Omar Jimenez.

CNN crew covering racial unrest arrested in US

CNN posts a footag­e of its corres­ponden­t speaki­ng calmly to police and then being handcu­ffed and taken away

Mississippi mayor refuses to resign, says he 'didn't see anything unreasonable' with George Floyd's death

A Republican mayor from Mississippi is resisting calls to resign following a series of tweets where he claimed he "didn't see anything unreasonable" about the brutal death of George Floyd, a  unarmed black man, at the hands of a white police officer who kneeled on his neck until he could not breathe anymore.

Pilot Lands At Closed RAF Base 'To Go To The Beach'

North Wales Police said they are “considering” whether there were “potential breaches” of the COVID-19 legislation.

Aviation regulator warns airlines that swarms of locusts could pose serious risk while flying

The DGCA said the pilot’s forward vision can be impeded if large numbers of the insects land on the windshield.

Officer who knelt on George Floyd's neck before his death is now in custody

The Minneapolis police officer seen kneeling on George Floyd’s neck before his death on Monday has been taken into custody, according to multiple reports.

California prison employees suspended over racist remarks

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California prison officials said Friday that they suspended multiple employees who made racist jokes about the death of an African American man in police custody in...

CBI starts preliminary enquiry into cash transactions and foreign donations of Tablighi Jamaat

CBI has started collecting records of the Jamaat from various authorities, including the Delhi Police, and has dispatched letters regarding the same.

A white venture capitalist threatened to call the police on a group of black men in a Minneapolis gym, and a video of the incident is trending

Tom Austin, a venture capitalist, later apologized and said a building manager's email previously flagged concerns of non-tenants using the gym.

Igbo group hails steps taken by S/east Govs to curb insecurity

An Igbo group, Izu Umunna Cultural Association of Nigeria, a think-tank for Ndigbo in the 19 Northern States and Abuja, has lauded

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.

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

Forbes revoke Kylie Jenner's billionaire status, slamming her "web of lies"

Forbes has revoked Kylie Jenner's billionaire status following an article published claiming the 22-year-old largely exaggerated her earnings

Kylie Jenner slams Forbes after they strip her billionaire status

The reality star did not hold back.

DeSantis announces COVID-19 testing to be done at some Home Depot, Publix stores

BOCA RATON, FLA. (WSVN) - Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that some Home Depot and Publix stores will be offering COVID-19 testing. DeSantis made the announcement...

Ontario targets specific workers for COVID-19 tests, including LCBO staff, cops

The province says that next week community testing will also start in places with a high number of COVID-19 cases

Ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been arrested in connection to George Floyd's death

Ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been arrested in relation to the death of George Floyd, Minnesota Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington announced Friday. Chauvin is the officer who was filmed kneeling on Floyd's neck for nearly 10 minutes as Floyd protested "I can't breathe;" he was fired from the department earlier this week. According to KARE 11, the local NBC affiliate, Chauvin's charging decision has not yet been made. Nevertheless, Harrington called Floyd's death a "murder," explaining "that's what it looked like to me … I'm just calling it what I see at that point." The nation has been rocked by protests since Floyd's death, with many of the protesters demanding justice and expressing anger that the officers involved had not yet faced legal repercussions. Chauvin had at least 10 conduct complaints during his 19-year tenure before he was fired. In particular, he was involved in the shooting death of a man who had stabbed other people before attacking police, as well as some other undisclosed…

Slain journalist killed 'over personal enmity'

With the help of DNA tests, police arrest three men for Aziz Memon's murder­

Love at first sight: pandemic accelerates courtship, wedding

"You can take off your mask and kiss the bride," the priest said, as a septuagenarian US couple who spent the pandemic lockdown together after a single date married on Thursday.

SWAPO pays admission of guilt fine

-The SWAPO party has paid a fine for admission of guilt after hosting its 60th-anniversary gathering amid the Coronavirus lockdown last month.

Minneapolis officer arrested following death of black man in custody

The arrest comes after three days of protests.

Latest COVID-19 numbers: Florida cases pass 54,400 as deaths eclipse 2,400

(WSVN) - There are now more than 54,400 reported cases of the coronavirus in Florida, with 2,413 deaths. As of 11 a.m., Friday, the Florida...

Clovis police searching for murder suspect after man found dead with gunshot wounds

Clovis Police Department said Thursday morning, officers were called out to 609 Dawn Loop and found 26-year-old Curtis Rittenhouse dead from multiple gunshot wounds.

DUP's Ian Paisley says email on Stormont contact tracing was 'jocular'

IAN Paisley accidentally sent an email reply to hundreds of MPs saying he "wouldn't let any government, least of all the NI Executive, track and trace me and my movements".

CNN crew arrested while reporting on Minneapolis protests

While live on air, Jimenez was handcuffed and led away. A producer and a photojournalist for CNN were also led away in handcuffs.

Goa minister wants 15-day ban on travellers from Maharashtra

Goa minister wants 15-day ban on travellers from Maharashtra: Goa's Ports Minister Michael Lobo on Friday said that the state government should ban the entry of persons coming .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

‘Packed in, shoulder to shoulder, hugging’ in Spokane: Is America too rebellious to beat the coronavirus?

To reopen from the shutdown, which Spokane now is doing, requires "cautious, burdensome measures to protect safety," such as widespread, mandatory mask-wearing. Are Americans even capable of rule-following like that?

COVID-19 Rise In Video Calling Inspires TSB Virtual Bank – An Online, Personalised Branch

TSB Virtual Bank has launched today giving New Zealanders based anywhere in the country an online branch where they can discuss their home lending needs via video call, join the Bank and open accounts.

Roche (RHHBY) Presents At ASCO 2020 - Slideshow

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NextCure (NXTC) Presents At ASCO 2020 - Slideshow

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MacroGenics (MGNX) Presents At ASCO 2020 - Slideshow

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