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COVID-19: TN sees biggest single day spike of 817 cases

In the biggest single day spike, Tamil Nadu reported 817 fresh COVID-19 cases, which included 138 returnees from Maharashtra, on Wednesday pushing the infection count to 18,545 while six more deaths were recorded. With three men and an equal number of women succumbing to the virus, the fatalities

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Haryana CM stresses water conservation, crop diversification

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said the State was making policies to save water and had sought farmers' suggestions and feedbacks. Expressing concern over falling groundwater level, he said while interacting with farmers in Kurukshetra town that it had reached below 40

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83 NRIs return to Chandigarh

As many as 83 non-resident Indians belonging to Chandigarh have returned to the city till now. Out of these 83 persons, 16 persons have been discharged from the hotels on completion of seven days stay and after they were tested negative. Expatriates from abroad have returned to the city while 70

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1,044 new COVID-19 cases in Mumbai; 32 more patients succumb

With 1,044 new COVID-19 cases, The tally in Mumbai rose to 33,835 on Wednesday, while the toll increased to 1,044 after 32 more patients succumbed to the viral infection, the city civic body said. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), in a release, said 240 more patients were discharged

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Survey for jobs to all labourers starts

The survey has started in the State from today to ensure employment to all the labourers who have returned to Madhya Pradesh as per the wish of Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. After surveying the labourers of Madhya Pradesh returning to other States, they will be linked to the Sambal Yojana

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Himachal CM: Tribal Bhawan to start soon for facilitating tribal people

Himachal Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while addressing the chairpersons of Zila Parishads, Panchayat Samitis and Panchayat Pradhans of various Gram Panchayats of Kinnaur and Lahaul Spiti districts and Pangi, Bharmour and Killar area of Chamba district on Tuesday through video conferencing from

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Covid-19 being dealt with effectively in Haryana: CM

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said that with the people exercising restraint while following the rules of lockdown, the Covid-19 outbreak in the State is being dealt with effective management by the Government. He said that the global corona epidemic is an unprecedented

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Two held for swindling Rs 48L through chit fund company

Two persons were arrested for swindling Rs 48 lakh on the pretext of doubling the money within 15 days, police said here on Tuesday. The accused had created a phony chit-fund concern, ‘The Future Company’. They claimed it to be a chain-marketing company which could double

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Airbus experts from France begin probe into Pak air crash

An 11-member team of technical experts of Airbus aerospace company visited the Jinnah International Airport here and inspected the runway, air traffic control tower and radar control station as part of its initial investigation into the PIA air crash involving its aircraft that killed 97 people,

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Staffer, 10 inmates of Rohini Prison recover from corona

Delhi Prison authorities on Tuesday said that one staff member and ten inmates of Rohini jail have recovered and tested negative for Covid-19. Earlier, Head Wardern of central jail number 10 in Rohini had tested positive for coronavirus on May 15. "He was asymptomatic and had been kept in

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10 new Covid cases in HP, tally reaches 234

Ten more people tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Himachal Pradesh, taking the number of cases to 234 on Tuesday, a Health Department official said. There are 161 active cases of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in the state and 61 people have recovered so far, Additional Chief

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783231876734894.html
Kolar Police nab three for stealing electronic goods worth Rs 1.5 lakh

Kolar police have nabbed three miscreants who targeted two shops at Gurukripa complex and escaped with electronic goods worth Rs 1.5 lakh on May 21. The nabbed accused were identified as Deepak, Ghanshyam and Raja. The three are habitual criminals and have been booked for several crimes in the

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783232533896489.html
Bokaro reports 2 new Covid cases

Two new positive cases of Coronavirus infection have been found in Bokaro district, they have returned from Mumbai, informed Mukesh Kumar Deputy Commissioner Bokaro on Tuesday. Aged about 40 years, both are residents of Nawadih block, were admitted at COVID Hospital at Bokaro General Hospital

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Arrivals continue to haggle over paid quarantine

People arriving from other states in Dehradun continued to argue with the district administration officials over paid quarantine on Tuesday. This was stated by Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Doiwala, Laxmi Raj Chauhan who is supervising the arrival of passengers in the district by flights.

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CM’s Rs 72.66 cr relief for those in distress

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday provided compensation of Rs 72.66 crore to 3300 beneficiaries under the Mukhya Mantri Jan Kalyan Sambal Yojana through one click in the presence of Cabinet members. On this occasion, Chief Minister Chouhan said that this compensation amount is being

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783232332556246.html
2 officers in charge, 2 junior officers suspended

Superintendent of Police Kartik S has suspended the officer in charge of Barkagaon police station Swapan Kumar Mahto and Churchu officer in charge Tarun Baxala for the negligence in the duties. The SP said that the officer in charge of Barkagaon has used the third degree on the student under the

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783233008423189.html
2 fire cases, no casualty; 1,000 jhuggis gutted

In last 24 hours, two incidents of fire were reported in the National Capital. In first incident, over 1,000 shanties were gutted in fire, leaving hundreds of people homeless, after a massive fire broke out in the slums of South-East Delhi's Tughlakabad area late on Monday night. According

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783233226041597.html
52-yr-old refuses money to robbers, attacked

A 52-year-old man was attacked with sharp edged weapon after he refused to provide money to miscreant who attempted to rob in the wee hours on Monday in Nariyalkheda area; Gautam Nagar police have started investigation. Police said that the victim Rajkumar Chourasia was attacked by the miscreant

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783233273700272.html
12 injured in sand mining dispute

At least one dozen people were injured over dispute of sand mining at e Pratappur village around 14 km away from the district headquarter, on Monday evening. Three seriously injured people were referred to RIMS. An alleged dispute between two groups of minority community over sand mining turned

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40 fresh cases in Kerala, COVID-19 tally breaches 1,000 mark

The COVID-19 Tally in Kerala crossed the one thousand mark on Wednesday, with 40 people,including 37 returnees from abroad and other states, testing positive for the coronavirus. The aggregate of cases nowhas touched1003,while presently445 people are undergoing treatment in various hospitals

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C’garh sees record single day spike in Covid-19 cases

The coronavirus infected persons are increasing in Chhattisgarh consistently. The state recorded the biggest single day spike on Tuesday with 68 fresh cases. With this, the active number of Covid-19 cases in the state rose to 281. Mungeli is till now the worst affected district. It again reported

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27% of total cases in mountainous districts

The nine mountainous districts of the State which were almost free from contagion of Covid-19 till second week of May, now constitute 27 per cent of the total patients of the disease. These districts now have 107 cases of Covid-19 which is an alarming situation for the state health authorities. As

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B'pur NGO takes slew of Covid relief measures

Voluntary organisation PREM has taken a slew of initiatives to effectively contain corona virus to save precious human lives and to ensure the livelihood of the poor migrant workers at Bharat Mata Resource Center in village R Sitapur near Paralakhemundi under Gajapati district. Significantly, the

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783233483458223.html
Hospitals to face music for denying treatment to Covid patients

The District Magistrate on Monday issued an order stating that if any private hospital denies treatment to a Covid-19 patients then they will have to pay penalty as per the Epidemic Act (1897) without any prior notice. The decision was taken after the district administration received complaints

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Fighting Covid-19: Drive to take samples of high-risk cases

The district administration has decided to start collecting samples of high-risk cases in the next four-five days. East Singhbhum district epidemiologist Dr M Asad said that based on contact tracing of all the four positive patients they will start the initiative. “As per Health Ministry

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783232807650396.html
4 new COVID-19 cases in UP's Gautam Buddh Nagar, total 366

Four more people, including a four-year-old girl, tested positive for coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar on Wednesday, pushing the total number of COVID-19 cases in the district to 366, officials said. Also, nine people were discharged from hospitals after recovery from COVID-19,

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COVID-19: Death toll rises to 4,337; total cases reach 1,51,767 in India

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,337 and the total number of cases climbed to 1,51,767 in the country, registering an increase of 170 deaths and 6,387 cases in the last 24 hours, the Union health ministry said on Wednesday. The number of active coronavirus cases stands at 83,004, while

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Cong to aid in immersing ‘Asthi Kalash' in Prayagraj

Hundreds of sacred ash pots across Chhattisgarh are waiting for immersion at the holy confluence in Prayagraj (Allahabad). In a unique gesture, the Congress has taken up the responsibility of immersing these earthen pots (Asthi Kalash) of those who died during the Covid-19 induced lockdown. The

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783233708930624.html
Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has 'decelerated' pace of COVID-19 spread

There have been "multiple gains" from the lockdown and the most important of them is that it has "decelerated the pace" of spread of COVID-19, the Union health ministry said on Wednesday even as the death toll reached 4,337 and the number of cases rose to 1,51,767 in the country. A total of 6,387

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Youth drowns while bathing in canal

Bathing in a canal to beat the summer heat proved fatal for a young man on Tuesday. Twenty year old Sharif drowned when he was taking a dip in the Bahadrabad canal. It is being stated that four of his companions were also bathing in the canal, but Sharif went deep towards the swifter flow which

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Divided Opp still failing in its duty

The bottomline is that while the BJP has chalked out its agenda, the Opposition is still stumbling about Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be completing the first year of his second term in office on May 30. While critics are discussing the Modi Government’s report card, it makes one think about

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Youth playing mobile game run over by train

Playing PUBG on his mobile phone cost a youth his life as he died when he was hit by a train near Sielti village under the Lakhna police station in Nuapada district on Sunday night. The deceased was identified as Khiramohan Majhi. According to reports, the youth while being busy in playing the

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Dharavi slum's count of COVID-19 cases grows by 18 to 1,639

Dharavi, Mumbai's biggest slum Sprawl, on Wednesday reported 18 new COVID-19 cases, taking the count of such patients in the area to 1,639, an official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said. No death due to the deadly infection was reported in Dharavi in the last 24 hours, the

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Salesman held for killing wife

The Delhi Police has arrested a 37-year-old salesman in national Capital for allegedly killing his wife. Police said that the accused killed his wife after he got frustrated with his marital life. The accused has been identified as Sudhir, a resident of Anand Parbat. Police said that the accused

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Haryana records 94 new cases, tally goes past 1,300

Haryana on Tuesday reported 94 new cases of corona virus, taking the State's case tally to 1305 even as 22 patients recovered from various hospitals of the State over the last 24 hours. According to the State government’s health bulletin, 94 fresh cases were reported from Gurugram, Faridabad,

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144 at all quarantine centres

The Gajapati district administration on Monday imposed prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the CrPC near all temporary medical camps (TMCs) and quarantine centres to prevent gathering of locals and possible untoward situations over facilities. Gathering has been restricted within100 metre

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783233982534763.html
Palamu SP visits check posts, rural areas

SP Palamu Ajay Linda visited check posts in rural areas where the pedestrian hungry and thirsty get food and water. On Monday Linda was at Chando ( notorious for communal disturbances), Bansdeeh ( infamous for migrants’ sneaking in) and Osaney where a multi-crore road bridge is coming up and his

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783233729980205.html
Expert group to guide health dept

Amid spike in the Covid-19 curve, the state health department apparently galvanised by change of guard at top has constituted an expert group for controlling the menace of the disease. The department has also set up five working groups for different aspects of the pandemic. The newly

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Govt responsible for misery in quarantine centres: Cong

Expressing grave concern over the mismanagement of the quarantine centres and problems faced by the people kept there, the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) President Pritam Singh has held apathetic attitude of state government responsible for it. Singh said that situation of quarantine centres in

27 May 00:00 The Pioneer 1146783233898526399.html
Four migrant women give birth on the street

Seven-day-old infant suffers from scabies; lawyer and friends step in to help as another baby is on its way

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191538934041.html
Parties wrangle over final year University exams

While BJP-backed ABVP is in favour of exams in July, Sena minister Uday Samant wrote to UGC for cancellation, angering the Governor

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191719843802.html
BMC to once again test asymptomatic contacts for COVID-19

Civic body changes testing protocol again; will aggressively trace all high-risk contacts of patients, even those asymptomatic, especially in slums

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191698211236.html
Quarantined family returns to find house burgled

Items worth Rs 3 lakh allegedly stolen from their Ulhasnagar home

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192040051836.html
Three dead in state prisons due to Covid, reveals govt affidavit

The prisoners were lodged in Taloja, Yerawada, and Dhule; only those showing symptoms are tested in prisons

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192613842988.html
Despite government plea, private doctors fail to report for duty

5,000 doctors needed in Mumbai; poor response to government notification

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191768385613.html
Aviation services on path to normalcy

Mumbai operates 44 flights out of the allocated 50, catering to 4,224 passengers

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961193221611832.html
Pay up or I’ll tell everyone you watch pornography

Online blackmailers have sent messages to thousands of people who may have watched child pornography

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961193303794860.html
Temple coffers and compassion

In the last fortnight, there was a piece of news from Tamil Nadu, which pertained to 47 rich temples in the context of Covid-19.

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192457734021.html
Mystic who claimed survival without food and water dies

Prahlad Jani popularly known as Chunriwala Mataji, a breatharian monk who claimed to have survived without food or water for over 70 years, died on Tuesday morn

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192870381663.html
India to maintain its position along the LAC with China, decides to deploy more troops

In at least four locations the soldiers of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have transgressed by about 3 km into Indian areas.

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A flurry of activity leads to doubts about govt’s stability

Pawar’s meetings with governor Koshyari and CM Uddhav, followed by Rahul’s remark on Cong’s ‘limited’ role in MVA decision-making give rise to speculation

27 May 00:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191678266353.html
Cyclist is left bloodied and bruised after smashing into wire booby trap deliberately set to snare riders using woodland path during lockdown

Neil Nunnerley, 47, was riding on a path in Cardiff shortly before 3pm on Saturday. He hit a barrier made of wire and branches that was stretched across the trail.

27 May 00:53 Mail Online 124328112667871797.html
Six Cabinet members 'privately believe Dominic Cummings should resign' while 40 Tory MPs call for Boris Johnson to sack him over 'lockdown breach' controversy

Six Cabinet members are believed to have privately told colleagues that Dominic Cummings should quit, while at least 40 Tory MPs have demanded his resignation.

27 May 00:36 Mail Online 124328110733398903.html
Congress’ Surjewala moves SC seeking to intervene in migrants’ plight issue

Senior Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala moved the Supreme Court seeking to intervene in the matter in which the apex court on its own

27 May 00:00 Afternoon Voice 1450959142473034906.html
Mumbai finally restored to home delivery of liquor

One in two orders placed for home deliveries of alcohol in Maharashtra came from Mumbai this week.

27 May 00:00 Afternoon Voice 1450959144239686350.html
Dominic Cummings added mention of coronavirus into a year-old blog post about ebola in April - before saying he warned about pandemics 'last year'

The PM's special adviser said on Monday at a Downing Street press conference that he had written about the 'urgent need for planning' for a coronavirus pandemic in 2019.

27 May 00:54 Mail Online 124328111209631344.html
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Oyo company now 151 — Makinde

According to available information, the company has about 500 staff

27 May 00:42 The Eagle Online 1463511649568407476.html
Australian-born immunologist Sotiris Tsiodras: Greece would have 13,685 dead if action wasn’t taken

Given that in Greece less than 1% of the population was infected with coronavirus, the country's Health Ministry spokesperson and infectious diseases expert

27 May 00:38 Greek City Times 1506177377244506479.html
Coronavirus wrap May 27: West Bengal starts buses on 40 routes; UN says pandemic creating 'lockdown generation'

A total of 6,387 new cases of coronavirus infection and 170 deaths were reported in a 24-hour span till Wednesday 8 AM, according to ministry's data.

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Coronavirus pandemic | 18 new COVID-19 cases in Dharavi, count rises to 1,639: BMC

No death due to the deadly infection was reported in Dharavi in the last 24 hours, the official said.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024963767614597.html
China's efforts to bring citizens back from India have nothing to do with border tension: Global Times

Global Times, considered Chinese government's mouthpiece, has said that the “voluntary repatriation plan” should be seen a “normal service” and should not be linked to the ongoing border tension.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024963724451273.html
Aboriginal people in prison and out-of-home care suffering under 'punitive' Covid-19 restrictions

Report reveals inmates going without soap and children in out-of-home care system being refused contact with families

27 May 00:57 the Guardian 1491978794848470963.html
G R Chintala takes over as NABARD chairman

Chintala replaces H K Bhanwala, who headed the organisation for more than six years.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024963809492444.html
Twitter is 'interfering' in US election, 'stifling' free speech, alleges Donald Trump

On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to two of Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964076528436.html
Coronavirus pandemic | COVID-19 death toll in Delhi mounts to 303; highest spike of 792 cases

This is the first time in Delhi that over 700 COVID-19 cases have been reported in a day.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024963481298967.html
SC issues notices to Centre, Assam on plea against delimitation process based on 2001 census

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde agreed to hear the plea seeking quashing of this year's February 28 order which

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964308437417.html
Scale-up battle preparedness visualising worst-case scenarios: President Xi Jinping tells Chinese military

Xi ordered the military to think about worst-case scenarios, scale up training and battle preparedness, promptly and effectively deal with all sorts of complex situations and resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964220216665.html
Theatres, cinemas, summer camps to reopen as Swiss relax coronavirus curbs

Switzerland said on Wednesday it would lift curbs on larger public gatherings next month and free up travel within Europe's 26-nation Schengen zone by July 6, further easing restrictions on public life as the coronavirus outbreak ebbs.

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Coronavirus pandemic | Maharashtra reports 105 COVID-19 deaths and 2,190 new cases

This is for the first time that Maharashtra has reported deaths in three digits, the official said, adding that they included 32 fatalities from Mumbai.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964594463132.html
Will launch statewide agitation if curbs on paddy cultivation stay: Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda

Hooda's warning has come a day after Haryana Chief Minister M L Khattar defended the recently launched Mera Pani, Meri Virasat scheme, aimed at crop diversification.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964653671657.html
'Significant' health questions remain about in-person G7 meeting: Canada PM Justin Trudeau

Trump in March cancelled the Group of Seven leaders meeting scheduled for June 10 as the coronavirus outbreak was spreading around the world and international travel was curtailed.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964687995066.html
Coronavirus pandemic | Confirmed COVID-19 cases in India cross 1.5 lakh-mark; death toll at 4,337

India is the tenth country to register 1.5 lakh or more COVID-19 cases.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964725516051.html
Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon

The government has placed an order for buying 60 spraying machines from UK-based company Micron, and two firms have been finalised for supply of drones for aerial spraying of insecticides for effective control over tall trees and inaccessible areas, it added.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964562681094.html
Coronavirus crisis | With hospitals stretched to capacity, housing societies in Mumbai are renting oxygen cylinders: Report

With Mumbai facing an acute shortage of ICU beds in private hospitals, there have been situations where patients have been asked to wait.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024964822881923.html
Migrant crisis: In heart-wrenching video, toddler tries to wake dead mother at Bihar railway station

The mother was heading to Kathiar along with her two children, sister and sister's husband, the Railway Ministry said

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024965083329945.html
India should avoid understanding Beijing through 'biased' US lens, says Chinese strategic analyst

In the article, he also accused India of starting the latest standoff, alleging that it was a

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024965016802250.html
PL clubs vote unanimously to resume contact training

Premier League clubs voted unanimously on Wednesday to resume contact training as "Project Restart" took a huge step forwards.

27 May 00:00 BeSoccer 165037177724238353.html
Nepal delays discussion in Parliament to amend Constitution for updating map

The Constitution amendment proposal was to be tabled in Parliament on Tuesday but it could not be done after Oli said that he wanted to hold an all-party meeting to discuss the matter.

27 May 00:00 Moneycontrol 1603024965038180309.html
Costa Rica Is Now The First Central American Country To Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

On Tuesday, Costa Rica became the first country in Central America to legalize same-sex marriage, Reuters reported. The journey to marriage equality in Costa Rica has been a long one. After decades ...

27 May 00:40 The Inquisitr 1745625232320863856.html
Bryce Hall & Jaden Hossler: TikTok Stars Arrested In Texas For Drug Possession

TikTok's Bryce Hall and Jaden Hossler were arrested for drug possession in Texas on May 25, HollywoodLife has learned. See mugshots here.

27 May 00:27 Hollywood Life 1852895046510410411.html
Ventspils and Jelgava will not be expanded with municipalities or municipal territories

An agreement has been reached Ventspils and Jelgava will not be provided additional municipalities or municipal territories.

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Kansas Governor Vetoes Bill Limiting Her Covid Emergency Powers

Democratic Kansas Governor Laura Kelly vetoed a bill Tuesday that would have limited her authority to respond to the Covid-19 emergency.

27 May 00:22 Courthouse News Service 1799505149968437020.html
Learn about places that do not allow entry without wearing mask

Whoever violates these decisions shall be punished with a fine not exceeding LE 4,000, or a penalty of detention.

27 May 00:00 Egypt Today 1963187898629570881.html
Airlines given $123 billion in state aid – IATA

While governments are coming to the rescue of embattled airlines, the International Air Transport Association points out that $67 billion of the $123 billion committed so far would have to be repaid

27 May 00:00 Rappler 1882105643682260102.html
What support has the Ministry of Health provided to doctors?

Egypt Today provides information on this support.

27 May 00:00 Egypt Today 1963187898973356294.html
Egypt repatriates 160 stranded nationals from UAE

The expatriated arrivals have been tested for coronavirus and were moved to be quarantined for seven days.

27 May 00:00 Egypt Today 1963187898903732552.html
Pics: President follows up on road projects in Egyptian capital

Sisi has been keen to listen to the opinions of the workers in these projects and make sure the work goes as it should, Presidential Spokesman Bassam Radi said.

27 May 00:00 Egypt Today 1963187899317276691.html
Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

Trump promises a 'very interesting' US response within days

27 May 00:36 Rappler 1882105642446286630.html
Female life expectancy in Egypt grows to 75.1 years in 2019: CAPMAS

The death rate for women has slightly decreased from 5.6 per 1,000 women in 2014 to 5.4 in 2018, according to the report.

27 May 00:00 Egypt Today 1963187900350051149.html
Mkhize clears up level 3 lockdown confusion

Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has provided clarity on South Africa’s planned move to level 3 lockdown on 1 June.

27 May 00:00 BusinessTech 2153596438797658881.html
Reopening mosques for prayers to be only determined by cabinet's committee: Egypt's Awqf Min.

In a statement released Tuesday, the ministry said it did not and will not disclose any information about the date of reopening mosques to worshippers.

27 May 00:00 Egypt Today 1963187899825239839.html
Water restrictions lifted in Waihi, Waikino

Residents are still urged to save water where they can.

27 May 00:51 Newshub 2131266985736311181.html
Deputy governor of Upper Egypt’s Aswan catches coronavirus

Yehia will be quarantined at home and will receive the necessary medical care, the statement by the office said, adding that contacts will be also tested.

27 May 00:00 Egypt Today 1963187899876519473.html
25,937 confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa as deaths rise to 552

Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has announced that there are now 25,937 confirmed cases of coronavirus in South Africa.

27 May 00:00 BusinessTech 2153596438745782424.html
Confusion around whether all of South Africa will move to level 3 lockdown

Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has cast doubt on whether some parts of the lockdown will remain at level 4 from 1 June.

27 May 00:00 BusinessTech 2153596439677615799.html
Torrential rain uproots 50 trees and 40 electricity poles, cuts power supply in Bengaluru

Heavy rains, coupled with thunder, lightning and gusty winds, lashed Bengaluru and the surrounding districts on Tuesday, bringing down dozens of trees, electricity poles and flooding low-lying streets.

27 May 00:16 Deccan Herald 2027555797504552196.html
SAMRC: Apology to Health Dept has nothing to do with Gray’s comments

On Tuesday, the council released a statement apologising to the department, following a public row between the SAMRC's Glenda Gray and Health Minister Zweli Mkhize.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610106394612233.html
COVID-19: Still no deaths in Mpumalanga, SA cases at 24,264

The virus has not claimed in Mpumalanga, with the province's confirmed cases at 103.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610106534244116.html
COVID-19 council's briefing on level 3 regulations postponed again

This was the second time the briefing- aimed at clarifying questions around how level 3 lockdown will all work - had been postponed at short notice.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610106594299608.html
SAA administrators see reasonable chance of rescuing the airline

The administrators of South Africa’s bankrupt state-owned airline said they see a “reasonable prospect of rescuing” it.

27 May 00:00 BusinessTech 2153596440634328638.html
Sibanye-Stillwater confirms 11 COVID-19 cases at operations - Makhura

Gauteng Premier David Makhura said that Sibanye-Stillwater has had 11 COVID-19 cases at various operations, including some on the West Rand and some in the Free State.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610106936616462.html
Mixed reaction from clergy as churches prepare to resume services

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday announced that places of worship may reopen subject to strict restrictions under level three of the lockdown.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610106818889835.html
Cabinet approves appointment of Sithole as PIC CEO

Sithole is currently the principal executive officer of the Government Employees Pension Fund and the commissioner of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610106949227268.html
DNA confirms body found near Wewe River is of murdered Andile Mbuthu - family

The 16-year-old was kidnapped and assaulted late last month after being accused of stealing alcohol from a local tavern.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610106858203076.html
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

The tweets in question violated a recently expanded Twitter policy, said the San Francisco-based company.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107035656548.html
8 suspects nabbed for hijacking truck in Tshwane

It's alleged the truck was hijacked in Midrand last week.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107182478682.html
‘She has more experience than you’: Sisulu defends Susan Shabangu’s appointment

DA MP Emma Powell questioned Susan Shabangu’s credentials as a water expert, prompting an angry response from Lindiwe Sisulu.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107200910468.html
Jacob Zuma wants his corruption trial to start soon, say lawyers

The former president faces charges linked to the multi-billion-rand arms deal.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107203166841.html
Some civil society groups heading to court over reopening of schools

The One South Africa Movement said that following numerous questions to the Basic Education Department and the national coronavirus command council, it had not received any answers.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107078197959.html
Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Latin America's largest country, which has emerged as a new epicenter in the coronavirus pandemic, has seen its daily death toll surge past that of the United States, the hardest-hit country so far.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610106941689619.html
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hundreds of riot police took up positions and authorities erected a two-metre (6 feet) wall made of plastic barriers filled with water around the Legislative Council, extending across a park up to Victoria Harbour.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107069749261.html
Olympic chief Bach consults with IOC members over virus fallout

Bach's aim is to canvas the members for their view on "how to handle the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic", a source told AFP.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107351142310.html
Faith community made huge contribution in fighting COVID-19 - Ramaphosa

The president on Tuesday evening said religious institutions had suffered greatly during the lockdown.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107514244263.html
UN chief deplores lack of ceasefire during virus

Since the call by Antonio Guterres in March for ceasefires, announcements backing the end of fighting have been made in countries including Afghanistan, the Philippines and Cameroon, but conflicts have continued to rage in Libya, Yemen and elsewhere.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107901227099.html
BRPs stop SAA flights before they even take off

In a statement on Tuesday, SAA said it would resume operations between Johannesburg and Cape Town from mid-June.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107970435410.html
Concerns raised over how places of worship would enforce COVID-19 measures

While religious leaders welcome the decision to partially resume services, not everyone is on board.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107677478206.html
Religious groupings will self monitor on COVID-19 compliance - Mthembu

There is now scepticism and fear that allowing these religious gatherings to resume will allow the coronavirus to spread rapidly.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610108174025557.html
Restaurant association questions allowing reopening of places of worship

CEO at the Restaurant Association of South Africa Wendy Alberts said the industry was suffering.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610108211613941.html
Unhappy unions to urge KZN teachers not to return to schools

Sadtu's Nomarashiya Caluza said that unions were not satisfied with the efforts of the KZN Education Department in preparing schools ahead of teachers’ scheduled return on Thursday.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610108234036582.html
Calling on divine intervention: Sunday to mark Day of Prayer against COVID-19

The president said as South Africa moved to level 3 lockdown, we needed all the help we could get and that included divine intervention.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107672819680.html
Scientific data, logic used for govt's tobacco sales ban decision - Dlamini-Zuma

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has submitted the reasons which were taken into account when deciding on regulation 27 that was invoked for the national state of disaster.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107567268174.html
EU unveils huge aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

The massive European plan follows other unprecedented emergency measures introduced around the world to rescue economies shattered by the disease, which has claimed more than 350,000 lives as infections top 5.6 million.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107284010457.html
Couples urged not to sign marriage contracts without court supervision

The Constitutional Court on Tuesday dismissed an application for leave to appeal an SCA judgement on the binding nature of postnuptial contracts.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107770972311.html
4 teachers at separate schools in WC test positive for COVID-19

Schools were shut for over two months but would reopen in a phased approach from Monday for pupils in grades 7 and 12.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610108388667956.html
NW Health MEC Sambatha ‘impressed’ with Impala Mine’s COVID-19 compliance

Sambatha has been monitoring the levels of compliance at the mine in Rustenburg.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107825830675.html
Education department IT manager directed $14m work to his own company

'Go-to guy' in Department of Education and Training misused position for more than a decade to direct almost $14m-worth of work to company he owned, IBAC says.

27 May 00:49 Brisbane Times 2314609339180059840.html
Ann Coulter Doubles Down on Trump Criticism: 'Jackass President Being a Big Baby'

She explained her weekend criticisms during an interview on the Daily Caller's podcast

27 May 00:53 TheWrap 2361432282994249000.html
Sewage testing ordered in Queensland after 30-year-old's COVID-19 death

Another Queenslander has died of COVID-19, taking the state’s toll to seven.

27 May 00:48 Brisbane Times 2314609338897874379.html
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as "lies"

Asked if he understood the charges, Kabuga told the court through an interpreter: “All of this is lies. I have not killed any Tutsis. I was working with them.”

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610108258861753.html
SANDF inquiry clears soldiers accused of killing Collins Khosa

The SANDF inquiry report said that the altercation was not what caused his death when taking into account the postmortem report.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610107645915326.html
City Power identifies Joburg hot spots for 'load rotation'

The power utility said it was facing capacity constraints in most areas especially where illegal connections were on the rise.

27 May 00:00 ewn.co.za 2308610108312000954.html
Bayelsa sends 25 samples to UPTH - The Nation Nigeria

Chairman, Bayelsa COVID-19 Task Force, Dr Inodu Apoku, has announced that an average of 25 samples are sent daily to University of Port Harcourt ...

27 May 00:03 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901804239080.html
APC group: we’ve not withdrawn case against Adetimehin-led exco

The acting factional Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Mr. Olu Olatuja, has said the faction has not withdrawn the....

27 May 00:09 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901644991637.html
Rumpus in National Assembly Service Commission over Clerk’s, others’ tenure

Over 150 management and senior workers of the National Assembly may be retired soon as the National Assembly Service Commission ...

27 May 00:43 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445899947149508.html
13 doctors to volunteer at Rajkot civil hospital

A delegation of 19 members of ISCCM met Parimal Pandya, Resident Additional Collector of Rajkot, and offered their services on voluntary basis.

27 May 00:12 The Indian Express 2885715104661798237.html
Gujarat: 364 new cases, death toll at 922

Ahmedabad reported 251 new cases, taking the total to more than 10,800 cases, while Surat saw 36 more persons test positive, taking the total to 1,387 cases.

27 May 00:13 The Indian Express 2885715105468417232.html
Ahmedabad saw 1 death each hour in past week

169 persons died in 7 days—24 per day on an average; with 251new cases on Tuesday, district’s tally has touched 10,841

27 May 00:30 Ahmedabad Mirror 2891158803976676609.html
We support Maharashtra govt, not key decision-makers: Rahul

Rahul’s remarks also come at a time when the BJP is sharpening its attack on the Thackeray government over its handling of the crisis. Maharashtra now has nearly one-third of the corona cases in India.

27 May 00:17 The Indian Express 2885715105358749406.html
Mangoes, not Covid situation, interest Mayor Bijal Patel

Mayor Bijal Patel miffed when questioned on Covid-19 crisis in city at inauguration of 15-day mango fest at GMDC grounds

27 May 00:30 Ahmedabad Mirror 2891158804442631619.html
GHADC staff file contempt notice in HC

SHILLONG: The Non-Gazette Employees’ Association of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) on Tuesday filed a contempt case against the Chief Executive Member and the Secretary of the Council in the High Court of Meghalaya for non-payment

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999878940610136.html
IPS officer plays angel to Covid positive constable, family

Police constable, his nurse wife and their children get private hospital treatment after DGP Surolia intervenes; three of them are now back home

27 May 00:30 Ahmedabad Mirror 2891158804601561676.html
After meeting Uddhav, Pawar says no threat to govt in Maharashtra

Pawar's meeting with the chief minister, held at Thackeray’s residence Matoshree, came as the main opposition BJP has stepped up its criticism of the Thackeray government's alleged mishandling of the Covid-19 crisis in Maharashtra.

27 May 00:39 The Indian Express 2885715104166203824.html
Be ready for our surprise visit: Gujarat High Court

Justice J B Pardiwala and Justice Ilesh Vora ask Civil to be ready for a ‘surprise visit’ by them ‘so all controversies are put to rest’; State govt asked to fo

27 May 00:30 Ahmedabad Mirror 2891158803882943921.html
Meghalaya govt not to defer salary for May

SHILLONG: Meghalaya Government has decided not to impose any salary deferment for the month of May.Informing this on Wednesday, Chief minister, Conrad Sangma said that the government had earlier deferred the salaries due to very less devolution of ta

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879127915599.html
Global cases top 5.5 mn

Washington: The overall number of global coronavirus cases on Tuesday surpassed the 5.5 million mark, while the deaths have increased to more than 346,000, according to the Johns Hopkins University. Currently, the total number of cases stood at 5,508

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879036953803.html
Most migrant workers in state back on jobs: CM

 SHILLONG: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Tuesday claimed that a majority of migrant workers stranded in the state due to the COVID-19 lockdown have now been engaged in construction activities as permitted by the government.Speaking to media pe

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879172967130.html
SAI resumes sports activities in Delhi

New Delhi: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Tuesday started activities in two out of its five stadiums in the national capital after the central government green lighted resumption of outdoor sports in a phased manner.According to a SAI stateme

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879253754556.html
Locust attack feared in eastern UP now

 LUCKNOW:The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has now asked all District Magistrates to remain prepared for the movement of the swarm of locusts in their areas.Principal Secretary, Agriculture Devesh Chaturvedi, in his letter, has sai

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879211002147.html
Return of 1 lakh people poses big quarantine challenge for N-E  (16:50) 

GUWAHATI/AIZAWL:  After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.While the Assam government s

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879327699195.html
Assam Forest Minister visits Dehing Patkai, assures protection

GUWAHATI: The Assam government has categorically said that no harmful activity would be allowed to destroy the flora and fauna at Saleki proposed reserve forest, which is a part of the Dehing Patkai Elephant Reserve in Upper Assam.State environment a

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879595933426.html
Five more returnees test positive, quarantined in city

SHILLONG: With five more returnees testing positive for novel coronavirus on Tuesday, Meghalaya has seven active cases till date.The five persons were part of the returnees from Delhi and Haryana.The patients who are asymptomatic are lodged at the co

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879625169177.html
Rain & storm wreak havoc; around 1500 affected

SHILLONG/JOWAI/MAWKYRWAT/NONGPOH: East Jaintia Hills and West Jaintia Hills districts reeled under "unprecedented" floods as heavy downpour coupled with high-velocity winds pounded at least seven districts triggering landslides, washing away roads an

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999880422362701.html
Assam cops capture check point in WKH

 NONGSTOIN: Assam Police personnel allegedly chased away their Meghalaya Police counterparts posted at the check point at Salpara in West Khasi Hills district on Tuesday causing panic and fear among villagers of adjoining areas.According to witn

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999880521256689.html
No community transmission in state yet: Hek

SHILLONG: Even though positive cases of coronavirus are rising, Health and Family Welfare Minister AL Hek has asserted that there is no community transmission in the region and the state as of now."There is no community transmission as of now and all

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879914011425.html
Indian Army commanders’ meet kicks off amid Chinese aggression

NEW DELHI:  Indian Army Commanders' Conference kicked off in New Delhi on Wednesday wherein discussion over China frontier in Sikkim, Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh would be done at great length. The conference was planned much before the tension with

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999879730061197.html
Anger as white woman reports black birdwatcher in Central Park to police

NEW YORK, May 27 — A video of a white woman calling the police about a black birdwatcher in New York’s Central Park has gone viral, sparking anger about African Americans being falsely reported to cops. The clip, posted on Twitter and viewed 30 million times, was filmed by the man, Christian...

27 May 00:21 Malaymail 302165934436532183.html
WHO warns that 1st wave of pandemic not over

Bangkok: As Brazil and India struggle with surging coronavirus cases, a top health expert is warning that the world is still smack in the middle of the pandemic, dampening hopes for a speedy global economic rebound and renewed international travel.Ri

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999880197558556.html
COVID-19 likely to deepen salary crisis in GHADC

TURA: With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic crisis in the state, agony of the employees of the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) who are yet to be paid their pending dues for over 24 months, is likely to get compounded  as there is no certa

27 May 00:00 The Shillong Times 2998999880016016171.html
Police swarm Hong Kong ahead of flashpoint anthem debate

HONG KONG, May 27 — Hong Kong police ramped up security around the city’s legislature today ahead of a debate over a law that would ban insulting China’s national anthem, the latest measure activists say is chipping away at free speech in the finance hub. The debate comes days after China...

27 May 00:03 Malaymail 302165936073691690.html
What will happen to “hotspots” when South Africa moves to level 3

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has clarified the government’s decision around the relaxation of lockdown restrictions and the classification of “hotspots”.

27 May 00:00 MyBroadband 3036103788535503601.html
Lockdown restrictions on SA Post Office relaxed

Acting Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Jackson Mthembu has lessened the regulations that were imposed upon the Post Office.

27 May 00:00 MyBroadband 3036103788814596198.html
Bid to expand Canterbury coal mine meets stiff opposition

Hundreds of people are opposing a plan to expand a Canterbury coal mine. Bathurst Coal Ltd has applied to expand its opencast mine, known as...

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042078539932225.html
Woman accused of manslaughter after man 'accidentally set himself alight'

A young woman has been charged with arson and manslaughter after a Kiwi man was believed to have accidentally set himself alight nearly three years...

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042078541997906.html
Amberley tyre fire arson: Man 'snapped' and torched pile

A man who lived across the road from a giant, illegal pile of 400,000 old car tyres in Canterbury "snapped" and torched them, a court heard today.

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042078579116225.html
Restaurateur determined to serve the city

A Christchurch restaurateur is bucking the trend, forging ahead with the opening of his Indian restaurant, despite the new normal.

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042079292389686.html
Tyre fire arson: Man 'snapped' and torched pile

A man who lived across the road from a giant, illegal pile of 400,000 old car tyres in Canterbury "snapped" and torched them, a court heard today.

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042079184355079.html
Man arrested over deadly fire at animation studio

Japanese police have arrested the man suspected of killing 36 people at Kyoto Animation last July after he had spent 10 months in recovering in two...

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042079541134129.html
Work on new cell tower begins

Construction of a new non-notified Spark cellphone site has begun in rural Hawea to replace the existing cell site servicing the area. Spark...

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042080156032658.html
Biden calls Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a series of...

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042079375989233.html
PM stands firm on alert level move

The Prime Minister is standing firm on the wait for the move to alert level 1 under Covid-19, and says she hopes the country can make the shift...

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042080403995042.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter has for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by United States President Donald Trump.

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042080542321646.html
'Fantastic outcome': Missing trampers found

Missing trampers Dion Reynolds and Jessica O'Connor were found when smoke from a fire they lit was seen by a search helicopter - a result police...

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042080468608973.html
Donald Trump: 'Twitter Is Now Interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election'

Trump accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 presidential election after branding one of his tweets warning about election fraud "false."

27 May 00:29 Breitbart 3148363491822597531.html
Trump Campaign: Twitter 'Fact Check' Proof of Silicon Valley Obstruction

President Donald Trump's reelection campaign on Tuesday reacted to the news that Twitter had fact-checked the president's tweet.

27 May 00:20 Breitbart 3148363490879092696.html
Donald Trump: Widespread Vote-by-Mail Will 'Destroy this Country'

President Donald Trump continued to berate Democrats for pushing vote-by-mail despite concerns about voter fraud.

27 May 00:43 Breitbart 3148363492694572015.html
Ill-prepared tourist froze to death

Prathiba Yajaman-Puttappa was waiting in the carpark for her husband when she was asked by the others in his group if he had made it down from the...

27 May 00:00 Otago Daily Times Online News 3107042080246469370.html
Pentagon taking steps to relax ‘stop movement’ order | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Pentagon said today that a “conditions-based approach” will be taken to relax the “stop movement” order that has been in effect for troops since March due to the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 00:16 Star-Advertiser 3439335389252603359.html
Trump offers to 'mediate' between India and China

Trump offers to 'mediate' between India and China. The US president previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372383016003815.html
K'taka seeks Centre's nod to reopen places of worship from 1 June

K'taka seeks Centre's nod to reopen places of worship from 1 June. The standard operating procedure is likely to be put in place, that needs to be followed at temples once opened for public.

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372383053453115.html
Muslims celebrate major holiday amid curfews, virus fears | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

JERUSALEM >> Muslims around the world on Sunday began celebrating Eid al-Fitr, a normally festive holiday marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, with millions under strict stay-at-home orders and many fearing renewed coronavirus outbreaks.

27 May 00:59 Star-Advertiser 3439335388717664128.html
354 domestic flights soar the skies on day 3: Aviation minister

354 domestic flights soar the skies on day 3: Aviation minister. Domestic passenger flights are currently permitted to operate from all airports in the country except the ones in West Bengal.

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372383213326760.html
Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test

Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test. The swab samples of the pangolin has been collected for the coronavirus test

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372384373183650.html
Child dies as man hunts for milk at railway station

Child dies as man hunts for milk at railway station. The four-and-a-half-year-old son of Bihari migrants based in Delhi died at the railway station in Muzaffarpur on arrival by a 'Shramik Special' train, while his father desperately hunted for some milk he believed will save his child.

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372383170186077.html
Top Army commanders meet amid China's Ladakh offensive

Top Army commanders meet amid China's Ladakh offensive. The main focus will be on the situation in eastern Ladakh where Indian and Chinese troops are locked in an eyeball-to-eyeball face-off in sensitive areas like Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372384215899279.html
India's Covid-19 tally crosses 1,50,000-mark, toll at 4,337

India's Covid-19 tally crosses 1,50,000-mark, toll at 4,337. According to the ministry's website, more than 70 per cent of the deaths are due to comorbidities.

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372383510152648.html
What the papers say – May 27

Reports of a Tory revolt over the Dominic Cummings saga feature prominently on the nation’s front pages.

27 May 00:08 Shropshire Star 3480199991776442285.html
Again, El-Rufai extends Kaduna lockdown by two weeks

Godwin Isenyo, Kaduna The Kaduna State Government has extended the lockdown it imposed on the state to contain the spread of the coronavirus for another two weeks. But the two weeks lockdown woul...

27 May 00:45 Punch Newspapers 3524240995718511816.html
Trump accuses Twitter of 'stifling' free speech after fact check

President Trump on Tuesday evening accused Twitter of “stifling FREE SPEECH” and interfering in the 2020 election by fact-checking one of his tweets on the issue of voting by mail.

27 May 00:03 TheHill 355432919328975715.html
Boris Johnson to face grilling over top aide Dominic Cummings

The Prime Minister’s top adviser remains at the centre of a political storm, with at least 30 Tory MPs publicly calling for him to go.

27 May 00:28 Shropshire Star 3480199991313807137.html
US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election

Defense Department officials are planning to brief President Donald Trump on several options to withdraw all US troops from Afghanistan, according to multiple reports.

27 May 00:59 Pulse Live 3606876835443605297.html
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

President Donald Trump accused Twitter on Tuesday of "interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election" after it fact-checked two of his tweets pushing conspiracies about voting by mail in California.

27 May 00:17 Pulse Live 3606876834846459286.html
Chargesheets filed against 376 for attending Tablighi in Delhi

Chargesheets filed against 376 for attending Tablighi in Delhi. According to the chargesheets, all the foreign nationals have been booked for violating visa rules, violating government guidelines issued in the wake of Covid-19 pandemic and regulations regarding Epidemic diseases Act, Disaster Management Act and prohibitory orders under section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure.

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372384800750243.html
Nepal delays discussion in parliament to amend constitution for updating map

Nepal delays discussion in parliament to amend constitution for updating map. The government had registered the amendment proposal in Parliament on May 22 after releasing the new political map of Nepal depicting Kalapani, Lipulekh and Limipiyadhura as its territories on May 18.

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372384061832143.html
Beware of opportunist China!

Beware of opportunist China!. 'It is time we Indians stop our internal bickering and present a united front to Chinese machinations,' advises Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372383619179795.html
National News: Motorsport UK plans for motorsport to begin again on 4 July

Motorsport UK intends for national motorsport to resume in Britain from 4 July and, from the start of next month, will allow organisers to begin applying for event permits again

27 May 00:00 Autosport 3695548570676341907.html
Diplomatic talks are on with China to resolve standoff: NASB member

Diplomatic talks are on with China to resolve standoff: NASB member. 'The Indian army is a professional army. They can handle such a situation'

27 May 00:00 Rediff 3466372383690994173.html
Zimbabwe ruling party calls for arrest of opposition officials for faking abductions

ZANU PF Acting Spokesperson Patrick Chinamasa says the party is calling for arrests of more MDC officials who were involved in the infamous Warren park demonstration that led to the abduction and torture of Joana Mamombe, Cecilia Chimbiri and Netsai Marova.

27 May 00:00 The Zimbabwe Mail 3765424161562692513.html
Administrators deny South African Airways set to start flying

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – Administrators for state-owned South African Airways (SAA) said on Wednesday the airline is not aiming to resume domestic flights from mid-June, rejecting a statement from the airline a day earlier.

27 May 00:00 The Zimbabwe Mail 3765424161335411329.html
Zambian president pardons gay couple jailed for 15 years

LUSAKA (Reuters) – Zambia’s president has pardoned a gay couple sentenced to 15 years in prison in November under colonial-era sodomy laws in a case that caused a diplomatic row with the United States.

27 May 00:00 The Zimbabwe Mail 3765424161770812534.html
Uganda approves return of citizens stranded abroad over Covid-19

Ugandans trapped in 66 countries can return home at their own cost.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388830577357805.html
US toll of new virus deaths under 700 for third day straight

The overall death toll is now 98,875.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388829578696258.html
Exiled ex-minister rubbishes Govt third force claim on abductions

Exiled former deputy higher education minister Godfrey Gandawa rubbished claims by the Government that there was a third force behind the abduction of three Movement for Democratic Change female members last week.

27 May 00:00 The Zimbabwe Mail 3765424161368118082.html
Bail hearing in hospital for injured MDC Alliance officials

HARARE – Zimbabwean prosecutors have proposed ZW$2,000 (about R800) bail for recently abducted and tortured MDC Alliance youth activists Cecilia Chimburu, 31, Netsai Marova, 21, and member of the house of assembly Joana Mamombe, 27.

27 May 00:00 The Zimbabwe Mail 3765424161806611062.html
Covid-19: Kenya cases jump to 1,471 as 123 test positive

This is so far the highest daily increase in the country.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388830936662933.html
Brazil leads in daily coronavirus deaths for fifth straight day

Country has emerged as a new epicentre in the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388830851284875.html
From Kabuga’s trial, we must learn how to prevent another genocide

Felicien Kabuga’s trial will be a lesson in history.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388829944399426.html
Harare man jailed for conning Singaporean investor

A 38-year-old Harare man has been jailed an effective 7 years for conning a Singaporean investor in a USD$500 000 business venture.

27 May 00:00 The Zimbabwe Mail 3765424162683401012.html
Zimbabwe police charge activists, journalists with violating Covid-19 rules

The three women were reportedly abducted while in police custody.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388831044300173.html
Administrators rule out mid-June return for SAA flights

Without approval of practitioners, SAA announced its planes would be back in the skies.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388831469790303.html
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as "lies"

"I have not killed any Tutsis. I was working with them," Felicien Kabuga to a French court.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388830882560572.html
Burundi opposition to contest ruling party's election win

CNL officials preparing appeals, says a party lawmaker.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388831501318146.html
US Lawmakers Raise Amendment in Privacy Bill Concerning Warrantless Surveillance Against its Citizens

Both sides of the aisle will deal with privacy issues that will deter unwarranted surveillance of Americans by the government.

27 May 00:52 Tech Times 4011848567157905485.html
South Africa to let places of worship reopen from June

They will be limited to 50 people.

27 May 00:00 The East African 3857388830452471110.html
US closes probes into 3 senators over their stock trades

Sens. Dianne Feinstein of California, Kelly Loeffler of Georgia and Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma have been informed that the Justice Department has closed investigations into their stock trades.

27 May 00:22 WVLT 4089046911024433969.html
Syria's Assad faces toughest challenges of nine-year war

A public family spat, criticism in Russia and an imploding economy leave Syrian President Bashar Assad vulnerable.

27 May 00:10 Australian Financial Review 3974284487346411140.html
COVID-19: Lawyers Fault Nigerians Threatening To Sue Chinese Government For $200bn

The Nigerians had, in a petition, given China 14-day ultimatum to pay the sum of $200billion as compensation for the losses incurred as a result of the pandemic, saying failure to do so would lead to legal action.

27 May 00:00 Sahara Reporters 4209699744696349581.html
875 Commit Suicide During Lockdown In Nepal

The country has been under lockdown to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus disease, since March 24.

27 May 00:00 Sahara Reporters 4209699745055891282.html
IGP Team Arrests Four Delta Journalists For Undisclosed Offence

As of the time of this report, the IGP detective team has not given any reason for the arrest and detention of the four journalists.

27 May 00:00 Sahara Reporters 4209699745475395904.html
Coronavirus: Over 200 Stranded Ghanaians In Dubai Cry For Help

The request by these standard Ghanaians in Dubai to be airlifted home follows the repatriation of some 230 Ghanaians, some of whom were deported from Kuwait on a chartered flight Saturday, May 23, 2020.

27 May 00:00 Sahara Reporters 4209699745974543029.html
BREAKING: DSS Releases Detained Akwa Ibom Journalist After Public Outcry

Carter was arrested by the DSS on April 27, 2020 over a private phone conversation with an anonymous medical doctor, which the Akwa Ibom State Government alleged castigated the state’s Commissioner for Health, Dr Dominic Ukpong, over his poor handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 00:00 Sahara Reporters 4209699746102364175.html
COVID-19: West African Traders Losing 30 Per Cent Of Produce To Movement Restrictions

Although governments across the region have said food items are among a list of essential items that can move freely, a senior research fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute, Antoine Bouet, said most of the trade in the country are done informally and in small quantities.

27 May 00:00 Sahara Reporters 4209699745947545920.html
Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets

27 May 00:40 Digital Journal 4566489172603662838.html
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds as they stamped down on protests against a bill banning insults to China's national anthem.

27 May 00:00 Digital Journal 4566489173043571445.html
Trump claims Twitter is 'interfering in the 2020 presidential election' by fact-checking tweets

President Trump fired back at Twitter after it appended a fact-checking label to two of his tweets in which he claimed mail-in ballots will lead to voter fraud.

27 May 00:37 Washington Examiner 4625792332601035435.html
Joe Biden hires voting rights director, contrasting Trump's move to hinder mail-in ballots

The Biden campaign hired a senior staffer to aid in voter protection issues as the debate over absentee ballots comes to a head.

27 May 00:26 Washington Examiner 4625792332118925538.html
Dog squad to get 50 dogs for Rs 2.5 crore

As many as 50 dogs will be adopted and inducted into the Dog Squad at a cost of Rs 2.

27 May 00:30 Bangalore Mirror 4632149709112831105.html
Bengaluru Containment Zones: At least 20 zones in city are no longer in the red

At least 20 places in Bengaluru, which were identified as “containment zones” to curb the spread of Coronavirus in the neighbourhood, have been freed from all restrictions over the last month, as zero Covid-19 positive cases were detected here over the period.

27 May 00:30 Bangalore Mirror 4632149707945617150.html
Release of more declassified Russia investigation documents hinges on Ratcliffe

The continued release of Russia investigation documents is now in the hands of President Trump's new spy chief.

27 May 00:41 Washington Examiner 4625792332544074736.html
Karnataka schools slated to re-open from July 1

However there is no concrete decision that has been taken and the final decision is expected to be out in a day or two. Sources from the department said that the same was communicated to the Chief Minister.

27 May 00:30 Bangalore Mirror 4632149708140335424.html
Tom Homan to urge Trump to challenge New York law criminalizing cooperation with federal immigration authorities

Former Immigration and Customs Enforcement acting Director Tom Homan plans to lobby President Trump to have the Justice Department challenge a New York law making it a felony for law enforcement to assist federal immigration authorities.

27 May 00:35 Washington Examiner 4625792333711260694.html
Enter only if you test -ve

State Govt decides to do away with compulsory institutional quarantine from June 1 and allow only the uninfected to come in In an effort to prevent people with Covid-19 from entering the State, the go.

27 May 00:30 Bangalore Mirror 4632149708812985728.html
Coronavirus: Aston Villa coach Dean Smith's father dies

Aston Villa head coach Dean Smith's father Ron has died after contracting coronavirus, the Premier L...

27 May 00:00 SportsMax 4584028976615623657.html
Woman gang-raped by two men, but her ordeal doesn’t end there

A 27-year-old woman from Jharkhand was gang-raped by two men inside the labour shed in a factory in Kumbalgodu, where she was working.

27 May 00:30 Bangalore Mirror 4632149709423357334.html
Home is where the accidents are

Surgeons are seeing almost 15 to 20 cases in a month as compared to just 1-2 freak accident cases previously While road traffic accidents drastically dropped during lockdown period, there was a spike .

27 May 00:30 Bangalore Mirror 4632149708738992485.html
Galvez calls for probe on blast in Maguindanao

Presidential Peace Adviser Carlito G. Galvez Jr. on Tuesday called for an investigation of the explosion in Barangay Kitango, Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao, that killed two children and wounded several others on May 24.

27 May 00:30 manilastandard.net 4715274785023840990.html
Curfew no bar for encroachers in Kalyan Nagar

Residents say in the night, a compound wall is being constructed on a CA site that houses 100-yr-old memorial Seems like the lockdown has come as a cover for the activities of encroachers to flourish .

27 May 00:30 Bangalore Mirror 4632149710055394812.html
Pinoys among 8 sailors freed from kidnappers

Lagos, Nigeria—Eight foreign crew members kidnapped from a Singapore-owned container ship off Benin's coast in April have been freed and are undergoing medical checks, the Nigerian navy said on Monday.

27 May 00:40 manilastandard.net 4715274785096425018.html
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Earlier in the day, Twitter added links to two of Trump's tweets prompting users to "get the facts" about mail-in ballots.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 00:13 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408755924148728.html
No Country for Old People

Sweden did not set out to kill thousands of its older citizens. Nor did any country as COVID-19 swept across the globe. But Sweden’s…

27 May 00:00 Nautilus 4935054486039602776.html
US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, an ardent Trump supporter, cautioned that an abrupt withdrawal would be "horrendous.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 00:55 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757581595504.html
Hand sanitiser dispensers for courts, police stations in St Elizabeth

BLACK RIVER, St Elizabeth — A three-week campaign to raise money and equipment rece...

27 May 00:00 Jamaica Observer 5357348613877636204.html
One dead, boy and woman wounded in downtown Toronto shooting: police

TORONTO — Police say a 21-year-old man is dead and a boy and a woman were wounded in a shooting in downtown Toronto. Police Chief Mark Saunders said the "brazen" shooting happened shortly after 4 p.m.

27 May 00:39 KitchenerToday.com 52741010487324910.html
Canada will accept incomplete study permit applications

Dear Mr Brown,I know that you recommended initiating my study permit...

27 May 00:00 Jamaica Observer 5357348614045481064.html
14.75 Lakh Migrants Register As UP Plans To Employ Them In Industrial Units

With 25 lakh people returning to Uttar Pradesh during the coronavirus lockdown, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday directed officials to complete the skill-mapping of migrant labourers in 15 days and get a survey conducted to employ them in MSMEs and industrial units, officials said.

27 May 00:23 NDTV.com 5090057682112173500.html
Video shows cop kneeling on neck of black man who died

MINNEAPOLIS, United States (AP) — A black man who died in police custody in Minneap...

27 May 00:00 Jamaica Observer 5357348613791316339.html
The Crown outlines its 'overwhelming' and 'cogent' evidence

The $400-million Manchester Municipal Corporation fraud trial ended on ...

27 May 00:00 Jamaica Observer 5357348614289636535.html
Military report details 'disturbing' issues in Ontario long-term care homes

TORONTO — A military report on five Ontario long-term care homes released Tuesday details "horrific" allegations of insect infestations, aggressive resident feeding that caused choking, bleeding infections, and residents crying for help for hours.

27 May 00:19 KitchenerToday.com 52741009882904655.html
Liberals, NDP vote to waive normal Commons proceedings during pandemic

OTTAWA — New Democrats joined forces Tuesday with the governing Liberals to waive normal House of Commons proceedings for another four months during the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 00:34 KitchenerToday.com 52741008961611725.html
Rivlin on Leifer trial: 'No one will use Israel to evade justice' - Foreign Affairs

President Rivlin touts Jerusalem court's decision that Australian-Israeli teacher Malka Leifer may stand trial, paving way for extradition.

27 May 00:58 Israel National News 5374683668949827752.html
Mom hurting from daughter's death wants legislative changes

SHATTERED by the death of her youngest daughter a month ago after she was denied access t...

27 May 00:00 Jamaica Observer 5357348615651912913.html
In Canada, non-status women are being left behind

Non-status women remain largely invisible in the COVID-19 public health response and emergency support programs.

27 May 00:00 openDemocracy 5382241322045875449.html
This day In History - May 27

Today is the 148th day of 2020. There are 218 days left in the year

27 May 00:00 Jamaica Observer 5357348615341110436.html
Four US police officers fired after death of unarmed black man

A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.

27 May 00:28 France 24 5635134571667222112.html
Downing Street condemned over ‘vindictive’ treatment of openDemocracy

Number 10’s ban on openDemocracy asking questions at COVID-19 briefings part of a “Trumpian” attack on press freedom, say free speech campaigners.

27 May 00:00 openDemocracy 5382241321708383006.html
Steve Kerr, Skylar Diggins Blast Cops Over Death of Minnesota Man (TWEET)

Golden State Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr made sure to voice his opinion about the death of a black man…

27 May 00:12 Total Pro Sports 5536572205151061800.html
Costa Rica: First same-sex weddings held despite pandemic

Costa Rica has become the first Central American nation to make same-sex marriage legal. Dozens of couples are taking advantage of the new law, although ceremonies must abide by coronavirus social distancing rules.

27 May 00:00 Deutsche Welle 550934690054426542.html
U.S. House backs bill to pressure China over Uighur rights

U.S. House backs bill to pressure China over Uighur rights

27 May 00:00 Investing.com 5710361974671824413.html
Nokia shuts plant in Tamil Nadu after 42 test positive for COVID-19

NEW DELHI: Nokia last week suspended operations at a telecoms gear manufacturing plant in southern India, the company said on Tuesday (May 26), ...

27 May 00:45 CNA 5644198863551122497.html
Days after refusing to intervene, Supreme Court finally takes suo motu cognisance of human tragedy of migrant workers

Days after refusing to intervene, the Supreme Court has finally decided to take notice of the plight of migrant workers, who've been forced to go through unspeakable miseries due to an unplanned lockdown announced by the Indian government.

27 May 00:25 Janta Ka Reporter 5554720206687031268.html
Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

27 May 00:00 Investing.com 5710361975446319850.html
Exclusive: Venezuela reaches deal with U.N. to buy food, medicine with gold - central bank

Exclusive: Venezuela reaches deal with U.N. to buy food, medicine with gold - central bank

27 May 00:00 Investing.com 5710361975613000168.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special pre-1997 treatment

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special pre-1997 treatment

27 May 00:00 Investing.com 5710361975053608833.html
Zuckerberg Criticizes Twitter For Fact-Checking Trump Tweets

‘Private companies probably shouldn't be, especially these platform companies, shouldn't be in the position of doing that,’ he told Fox News.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587530331238901.html
Biden Hopes To Announce VP Pick By August 1st

He says his selection committee has interviewed everyone on his shortlist.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587530433972494.html
72% Of U.S. Voters Believe President Trump Should Wear A Face Mask When Around Others: Poll

Pressure has grown around Trump over his continued decision not to wear a face mask.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587530819678736.html
Minneapolis Mayor Calls For Charges Against Officer Who Knelt On George Floyd’s Neck

If most people, particularly people of color, had done what a police officer did late Monday, they’d already be behind bars.”

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587531229460316.html
Spain Enters ‘Longest Period Of Mourning’ For 27,000 People Who Died With Coronavirus

Spain is entering the biggest period of national mourning seen so far anywhere in the world, in remembrance of the thousands of people it lost to coronavirus.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587531242270393.html
Coronavirus Has Now Killed 100,000 Americans

More Americans have died in the pandemic than in the Vietnam and Korean wars.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587531592592317.html
Texas Supreme Court Halts Expansion Of Mail-In Voting

Voters can’t cite a lack of immunity to the coronavirus as a reason for getting a mail-in ballot, the court ruled.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587531673966446.html
Trump’s Press Secretary Has Solely Voted By Mail Since 2010, Report Says, Despite Claims Of Fraud Risks

Kayleigh McEnany has defended President Donald Trump’s unsubstantiated claims that mail-in voting leads to election fraud.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587531794681195.html
McConnell Contradicts Trump, Says There’s ‘No Stigma’ In Wearing A Mask

The president has criticized reporters for wearing masks and consistently refused to wear one at public events.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587531837892981.html
Driving Instructors Slam Ministers And Tory MPs For Backing Dominic Cummings’ Defective Eyesight Driving Offense

In subsequent radio and TV interviews, government ministers and Tory MPs have tied themselves in knots supporting Cummings’ law-breaking 30-mile drive to Barnard Castle, County Durham.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587532320255158.html
Kellyanne Conway Compares Voting In Person To Standing In Line At Georgetown Cupcake, Which Is Delivery-Only

The comment is part of an all out assault on mail-in voting by the Trump administration.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587531438835603.html
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

Earlier in the day, Twitter added links to two of Trump's tweets prompting users to "get the facts" about mail-in ballots.

27 May 00:13 Business Insider 6060062399692907000.html
Covid-19: Did a late-night letter from 20 senior lawyers change SC mind on migrants?

India News: Did a late night letter from 20 renowned advocates including P Chidambaram, Kapil Sibal, C U Singh, Vikas Singh, Prashant Bhushan, Iqbal Chagla, Aspi

27 May 00:22 The Times of India 6060938663512717152.html
Is It Time To Reconsider Judges' Role As Members Of The American Law Institute?

A shift in focus in its Restatements toward law reform and a decision to lobby state legislatures could imperil judges' involvement with the venerable ALI.

27 May 00:00 Forbes 6028587532318497582.html
What the papers say – May 27

Reports of a Tory revolt over the Dominic Cummings saga feature prominently on the nation’s front pages.

27 May 00:10 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773858023341.html
US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, an ardent Trump supporter, cautioned that an abrupt withdrawal would be "horrendous."

27 May 00:55 Business Insider 6060062401350353776.html
Adelaide preschool operator issued $23,000 fine for exploiting workers for financial gain

The operator of two Adelaide Montessori preschools has been issued with a $23,000 fine after she was found to have “exploited workers for financial and business gain” the ABC has reported.

27 May 00:00 The Sector 628795921827278293.html
Chennai a ticking time bomb, more tests must to defuse it

The panel of medical experts advising the Tamil Nadu government on Tuesday pushed for ramping up testing to identify Covid-19 infections in the early

27 May 00:15 The Times of India 6060938663582089715.html
Delhi: Thousands homeless after fire in shanties

NEW DELHI: Thousands of residents of a transit camp in Tughlaqabad in southeast Delhi were left homeless in the scorching heat after a major fire gutt.

27 May 00:12 The Times of India 6060938664526971202.html
Panic at PMC after a leader’s spouse tests +ve for virus

Office-bearer had attended an all-party meeting on Monday and was involved in activities requiring public interaction in her constituency

27 May 00:30 Pune Mirror 6353030399632911456.html
KP residents protest as cops nix vehicle use

Denizens banned from vehicles for shopping, domestic help; ask why PMC relaxations are different for them

27 May 00:30 Pune Mirror 6353030401076260921.html
Body of little girl, 4, was 'attacked by rats as she lay dead in cot for two days'

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT - Mark James Dunn, 43, of Brisbane, Australia, has been charged with the murder of his daughter Willow, who police believe was left to rot in her crib with rodents eating her decomposing body

27 May 00:15 mirror 675785260404940439.html
B.C. reports no COVID-19 deaths, 11 new cases as restart enters second week

VICTORIA - British Columbia didn't report any new deaths from COVID-19 on Tuesday, but there have been 11 additional cases of the virus."I'm extremely pleas

27 May 00:58 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244964520795.html
Two murders reported from city over 12 hrs

Eight, including four minors, arrested for killing an entrepreneur; in the second case, accused is unknown

27 May 00:30 Pune Mirror 6353030400768804239.html
Liberals, NDP vote to waive normal Commons proceedings during pandemic

OTTAWA - New Democrats joined forces Tuesday with the governing Liberals to waive normal House of Commons proceedings for another four months during the COV

27 May 00:34 iNFOnews.ca 6669504246169450621.html
Uproar in US after black man dies as white policeman kneels on neck

A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.

27 May 00:00 THE CITIZEN 7029251211894146288.html
Serie A meeting Italian Government to discover fate of season

Serie A hopes of following Germany and Spain back onto the pitch will be decided on Thursday during a meeting with the Italian government which will determine the fate of the season in football-mad

27 May 00:00 THE CITIZEN 7029251212424054200.html
Catholic Church alleges 'irregularities' in Burundi election

The Catholic Church in Burundi says it observed "many irregularities" during last week's election that call into question results that delivered victories to the ruling party and its presidential

27 May 00:00 THE CITIZEN 7029251212650473605.html
Comedian Idris Sultan charged with failure to register Sim Card, released on bail

Comedian and winner of Big Brother Africa 2014 Idris Sultan has today May 27 been arraigned at Kisutu Resident magistrate Seven days after he was arrested.

27 May 00:00 THE CITIZEN 7029251213428182734.html
What the papers say – May 27

Reports of a Tory revolt over the Dominic Cummings saga feature prominently on the nation’s front pages.

27 May 00:09 Express & Star 7324224459322619821.html
Boris Johnson to face grilling over top aide Dominic Cummings

The Prime Minister’s top adviser remains at the centre of a political storm, with at least 30 Tory MPs publicly calling for him to go.

27 May 00:29 Express & Star 7324224458859984673.html
Donald Trump promises a 'very interesting' response to China's proposed crackdown on Hong Kong

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a "very interesting" US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign

27 May 00:08 Yahoo 7097669637162237354.html
Hollywood Hills house parties getting out of hand during coronavirus outbreak, LAPD warns

Cops in Los Angeles have released a video begging trendy quarantined residents to stop house parties in the Hollywood Hills because clubs are closed during the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report.

27 May 00:18 Fox News 7362823819966370151.html
The Parts Of Donald Trump & Jeffrey Epstein's Relationship 'Filthy Rich' Doesn't Cover

Jeffrey Epstein had a number of famous associates, and among those mentioned in Netflix's new docuseries, Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, is Donald Trump. According to Vox, the two became friendly in the late '80s and maintained a relationship until…

27 May 00:00 Bustle 7391390687029727709.html
Richard Grenell accuses Politico of 'fake news' over report that he's joining Trump campaign

Former acting DNI Richard Grenell slammed Politico on Tuesday over its report that he was joining the Trump campaign, calling it "fake news."

27 May 00:56 Fox News 7362823820960931196.html
Ghislaine Maxwell Basically Vanished After The Events Of Netflix's Jeffrey Epstein Doc

Several of the women featured in Netflix's new docuseries, Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, recall meeting Epstein's longtime girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell, alleging that she was a key figure in the sex trafficking ring he was accused of running and…

27 May 00:00 Bustle 7391390688468299887.html
US President Donald Trump warns that Hong Kong risks losing its special status as a financial hub

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial center if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a "very interesting" US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign

27 May 00:01 Yahoo 7097669637450144616.html
Modi govt threat to India’s neighbours: PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that the Indian premier Narendra Modi’s government with its arrogant expansionist policies is becoming a threat to India’s neighbours.

27 May 00:00 Daily Times 746661314043619031.html
Michael Collins gets revenge 100 years ago in Wexford

How Michael Collins got revenge on a British soldier after he tortured rebels involved with the 1916 Easter Rising.

27 May 00:12 IrishCentral 7319968744420265134.html
Pakistan private schools federation calls out for peaceful protests on Friday

Pakistan private schools federation calls out for peaceful protests on FridayPakistan private schools federation calls out for peaceful

27 May 00:00 Daily Times 746661314188674088.html
Two veterans with different wounds find single purpose: new documentary series

U.S. Army veteran Jose Martinez's injuries are visible, former U.S. Navy medic Joe Jackson's are not and they need each other. They're among a group of wounded warriors on the frontlines of a suicide crisis in the veteran community.

27 May 00:08 Fox News 7362823820584003440.html
‘We dried our tears’: Addressing the toll on children of Northeast Nigeria’s conflict

Nigeria must address its failures to an entire generation of children in a region devastated by Boko Haram atrocities and gross violations by the military

27 May 00:00 Amnesty International USA 7232870792663411621.html
Trump accuses Twitter of ‘interfering’ in presidential election after fact check

President Trump accused Twitter of election interference after the social media giant fact-checked two of his tweets in an unprecedented move. “@Twitter is now interfering in the 2020 Presidential

27 May 00:32 New York Post 7654946768375867794.html
UConn senior accused of killing two men was looking for young woman

The University of Connecticut senior accused of killing two men and injuring another was looking for a young woman he knew as he carried out his murderous spree, according to the wife of one of his

27 May 00:15 New York Post 7654946768121806490.html
Sewage testing ordered in Queensland after 30-year-old's COVID-19 death

Another Queenslander has died of COVID-19, taking the state’s toll to seven.

27 May 00:48 The Age 7967730561878801867.html
Convene all-party meet on Pothireddypadu issue: BJP

Telangana BJP core committee member and former MLC Ponguleti Sudhakar Reddy has demanded that the State government convene

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566327946969.html
Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list.       

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566357469360.html
Education Department IT manager directed $14m of work to his own company

A former 'go-to guy' for the Education Department misused his position for more than a decade but will not face criminal charges, IBAC says.

27 May 00:49 The Age 7967730562160987328.html
Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has ‘decelerated’ pace of COVID-19 spread

There have been "multiple gains" from the lockdown and the most important of them is that it has "decelerated the pace" of spread of COVID-19

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566379018199.html
TRS NRI wing thank KCR, KTR for providing free quarantine to Gulf returnees

TRS NRI wing thanked Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao and Municipal Administration Minister KT Rama Rao for arranging free

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566533566185.html
52 bats drop dead in 60 mins, scare Uttar Pradesh town

When Pankaj Shahi, owner of a mango orchard in Belghat area, saw a few bats lying dead in a nearby orchard on Tuesday

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566583914848.html
Global COVID-19 cases cross 5.6 million: Johns Hopkins

The overall number of global coronavirus cases have crossed 5.6 million, while the death toll increased to 350,876, according to the Johns Hopkins University.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566833015823.html
AirAsia flight makes emergency landing at RGIA Hyderabad

A major disaster was averted after an AirAsia India flight ferrying 76 people, including six infants, made a safe emergency landing

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566949372470.html
Return of 1 lakh people poses big quarantine challenge for northeastern states

After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566809423458.html
US offers to mediate between China, India on border row

The US on Wednesday revealed that it has offered to mediate in the ongoing standoff between India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Union Territory of Ladakh.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025566946225918.html
445 domestic flights carrying 62,641 passengers operated on Tuesday: Aviation Minister

A total of 445 domestic flights, carrying 62,641 passengers, were operated on Tuesday

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025567111887623.html
LG Polymers officials stopped from flying to Seoul

LG Polymers officials from South Korea were stopped by the city police from going to Seoul in a chartered flight on Wednesday morning.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025567392461138.html
SSC exams: TS mulls special rooms for those from containment zones

Given the prevailing health crisis, the Education Department is planning to have special rooms in examination centres for students from containment areas while appearing for the pending SSC exams.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025567327739258.html
Andhra’s corona tally now 2,787 with 68 new cases

Andhra Pradesh reported 68 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours till Wednesday morning, taking the state's tally to 2,787.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025567867027272.html
India records 6,387 more COVID-19 cases; tally reaches 1,51,767

With 6,387 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's count of COVID-19 rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday, said the Union Ministry

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025568172017313.html
Nine held for trading spurious cotton seeds in Mancherial

Sleuths of Ramagundam Commissionerate’s Task Force arrested nine persons belonging to four gangs for allegedly trading in spurious cotton seeds.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025568047823744.html
Woman falls into open well, dies in Mahabubabad

A woman labourer died when she fell into a well following a landslide during the construction of a concrete wall for an open well

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025568211481036.html
Uncertainty looms over Bonalu celebrations

Uncertainty prevails over this year’s annual Bonalu festival, with cases of Covid-19 continuing to get reported in the State.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025568340613749.html
Khammam Municipal Corporation sets up face mask kiosks

Khammam Municipal Corporation has set up face masks dispensing kiosks in Khammam in order to make the masks available to the public

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025568417096357.html
5 more test positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya

Five more persons tested positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, taking the total number of active cases in the state to seven, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said on Wednesday.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025568423912667.html
Saudi police: 6 killed in shootout dispute between families 

A shootout in a southwestern province in Saudi Arabia that local reports say was sparked by a dispute between two families

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025567826694716.html
Some Irish backpackers in Australia say they feel vulnerable and desperate

‘It was just a proper scam, a major major scam. He just wanted girls on his farm to look at’

27 May 00:10 The Irish Times 8204772968558005322.html
Children’s hospital sees increase in trampoline injuries and household falls

Nearly 60% fewer children in hospitals in some areas during Covid-19 peak, says consultant

27 May 00:00 The Irish Times 8204772969038888650.html
Retail stores allowed to reopen in city of Los Angeles, Garcetti says

Small retail stores in the city of Los Angeles will be allowed to reopen starting Wednesday, Mayor Eric Garcetti announced.

27 May 00:47 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010440450512537.html
Eight held for gambling in Hyderabad

Eight persons who were gambling at a garage in Kalapather were caught by the Commissioner's Task Force (South) following a raid

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025567559015599.html
Trump accuses Twitter of ‘interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election’ after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Twitter of “interfering” in the 2020 election after it fact-checked two of his tweets pushing conspiracies about voting by mail.

27 May 00:13 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882508579320.html
US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election

Defense Department officials are reportedly planning to brief President Donald Trump on several options to withdraw all US troops from Afghanistan, including one to pull them out before the 2020 US presidential election in November.

27 May 00:55 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046884166026096.html
EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday.

27 May 00:00 Telangana Today 8182025567608318572.html
City Council told its estimates for strengthening the Library are ‘ludicrous … not acceptable’

Wellington.Scoop Wellington structural engineer Adam Thornton today challenged the estimates from the Wellington City Council for strengthening the Central Library. He said the strengthening costs were not acceptable and the work could be done for much less.

27 May 00:00 SCOOP 847363053759003698.html
Woman killed – hit by train at Tawa level crossing

Wellington.Scoop A woman has died after she was hit by a train at a level crossing near the intersection of Hinau Street and McClellan Street in Tawa.

27 May 00:00 SCOOP 847363054406251761.html
Egyptian historian sees rising surveillance state

FARID FARIDCAIRO – State surveillance is on the rise globally as governments such as Egypt's take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic, warns exiled historian and intellectual Khaled

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880576166472805.html
Clark County election worker’s COVID-19 case won’t impact primary

A Clark County elections employee’s COVID-19 diagnosis should not impact the upcoming primary election or its result reporting and ballot verification processes.

27 May 00:01 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648836675377726.html
Schools a challenge for security cluster

THE reopening of schools is posing a challenge to members of the security cluster who are accommodated in several school hostels countrywide.

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880577243348452.html
Alcohol ban fines hit N$100k

THE police have dished out fines of close to N$100 000 to people who contravened the alcohol ban between 5 and 25 May.

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880577338133282.html
Walvis councillor orders businesses' closure

WALVIS Bay urban constituency councillor Knowledge Ipinge has ordered a transport company and a bank to close their premises at the town due to fears of the spread of the coronavirus.

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880577169571817.html
Family homeless after shack fire

CHARLOTTE NAMBADJAA FAMILY in Windhoek is pleading for help from good Samaritans after their shack house was destroyed in a fire on Monday.

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880576177345509.html
A century ago, not wearing a mask in Las Vegas could draw a fine

Wearing face masks isn’t just a 21st-century thing. Some localities in Nevada enacted laws requiring citizens to wear masks in public during 1918 and 1919.

27 May 00:30 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648836708181779.html
Premier League clubs vote for return to contact training

LONDON - Premier League soccer clubs on Wednesday voted unanimously to return to contact training, including tackling, as the English top flight moved a step closer to a resumption after the shutdown

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880577388290032.html
Man shoots at ex-colleagues

A MAN allegedly opened fire on his former colleagues at Swakopmund and missed his targets before killing himself.

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880577479637312.html
Mariental man admits shooting, denies murder

A MARIENTAL resident claimed in the Windhoek High Court yesterday that the fatal shooting of a woman at the Hardap region town near the end of 2017 had been an accident.

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880577405834947.html
First Fishrot case bail ruling due next week

FORMER Investec Asset Management Namibia client director Ricardo Gustavo, who is one of the six men charged in the Fishrot fishing quotas corruption case, is due to hear on 3 June if his application

27 May 00:00 The Namibian 8837880577529800405.html
Nursing home residents warned about giving up coronavirus relief funds

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford is warning families to be cautious amid reports of nursing homes attempting to take coronavirus relief payments from their residents.

27 May 00:11 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648836337070365.html
Protest of Minneapolis man's death blocks Memphis street

Police blocked a main thoroughfare in Memphis, Tennessee, after protesters gathered outside a police precinct to voice their anger at the death of an unarmed black man during a confrontation with a wh

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441462868603.html
Report: Hurley accused Arizona State AD in booster scandal

Arizona State men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley sent an email to Ray Anderson last season alleging the Arizona State athletic director minimized sexual harassment allegations by the wives of three a

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441115032535.html
Las Vegas police report details injuries to arrested officers’ kids

The two Metropolitan Police Department officers who were arrested last week on child abuse charges allegedly hit the child with a belt and had been investigated previously.

27 May 00:48 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648835740703231.html
US judge refuses again to block Nevada's mail-in primary

A federal judge has again rejected a conservative voting rights group’s bid to block the mail-in primary election now under way in Nevada as part of an effort to guard against spread of the coronaviru

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441134299460.html
Mailed-in votes often wind up missing in action

The coronavirus has been a killer of the conventional. Even as health dangers diminish, pressure is building for a radical shift in long-standing custom for the way the nation elects its leaders. Vote

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441138063132.html
Lawyer: Virus is halting progress in Boston kidnapping case

The case against a Rhode Island man accused of kidnapping and killing a Boston woman has been halted due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to his defense.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441135703122.html
Lawsuit: Ultra refuses refunds for canceled music festival

Two men are suing organizers of Ultra Music Festival, claiming they were denied refunds after the the three-day electronic dance music festival in Miami was canceled in March because of the coronaviru

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441983182711.html
False claims aim to tie officer in George Floyd death to Trump

Twitter and Facebook posts with hundreds of thousands of views on Wednesday claimed Officer Derek Chauvin was pictured wearing a

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442093071967.html
Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops

An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441687701799.html
Portsmouth teacher named state Teacher of the Year

A third-grade teacher and coach at a Portsmouth elementary school has been named Rhode Island's teacher of the year.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442115405650.html
Israeli president calls Australian PM after teacher's ruling

Israeli President Reuven Rivlin said he spoke Wednesday with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, following an Israeli court ruling that a former teacher accused of sexually abusing her students

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442008391446.html
Joe Biden's disturbing pattern of putting down minorities

Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden told an African-American talk show host last week:

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442234828536.html
Salvation Army opens heat relief stations in metro Phoenix

The Salvation Army on Wednesday opened heat relief stations across metro Phoenix as forecasters say temperatures will reach as high as 112 degrees in some desert areas by Friday.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442429344222.html
UK leader rejects aide inquiry, unveils test and trace plan

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson refused Wednesday to hold an official inquiry into the actions of his closest adviser for allegedly flouting COVID-19 lockdown rules, imploring an angry public to

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441770303093.html
Task force on missing Native Americans resumes sessions

A presidential task force charged with coming up with ways to address missing and slain Native Americans will resume tribal listening sessions Wednesday.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442300744602.html
University of California invested $68M in Hawaii telescope

The University of California system has invested more than $68 million in the Thirty Meter Telescope project in Hawaii, a report said.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442548181941.html
Australian police won't charge reporter after leak probe

Australian police said Wednesday that they had decided against charging a journalist over a newspaper article she wrote more than two years ago following a high-profile investigation that triggered a

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442267445586.html
Turnpike, parkway toll hikes, $24B construction plan get OK

The New Jersey Turnpike Authority voted Wednesday to increase tolls on two of the state’s major highways and approve a $24 billion construction plan that the hike will fund.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441890670851.html
Lawmakers ejected in Hong Kong debate on Chinese anthem bill

Two pro-democracy lawmakers were ejected from Hong Kong's legislative chamber Thursday morning, disrupting the start of a second day of debate on a contentious bill that would criminalize insulting or

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441977081828.html
The government has no right to determine what goods, services or venues are essential

Some of us are willing to take chances and even do

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836441512821420.html
Official says defiant Michigan barbershop is health threat

A barbershop that refused to remain closed in compliance with Michigan's coronavirus restrictions poses an “imminent threat” to public health, the state's chief medical officer testified Wednesday.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442381572849.html
With test results lost, an Afghan family fell to virus

As in many Afghan households, dinner at Dr. Yousuf Aryubi’s home meant the whole family - his mother, his siblings, their children - sitting on the floor together around a mat laid with food on the ca

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442462225011.html
Positive COVID-19 test for worker at House meeting place

A worker at the Springfield convention center where the Illinois House convened for a special session last week has tested positive for COVID-19, the office of Speaker Michael Madigan revealed Wednesd

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442580416231.html
Kathy Griffin says Trump should inject deadly syringe 'with nothing but air inside'

Comedian Kathy Griffin is under fire again after she suggested President Trump inject himself with a potentially deadly air-filled syringe.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442726004059.html
Long Island enters first phase of NY's reopening process

Long Island became the latest region of New York to begin easing restrictions put in place to curb the spread of the coronavirus as it entered the first phase of the state's four-step reopening proces

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442587020343.html
Democrats: Don't repeat the mistakes of the Catholic Church with Tara Reade

To protect people from sexual harassment and assault by those above them, we have the right to expect the same of our political leaders that we demand of religious leaders.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442300855755.html
Second lawsuit filed against Missouri Medicaid expansion

Conservative advocacy group United for Missouri on Wednesday announced it's suing to take a proposal to expand Medicaid health care eligibility to thousands more low-income adults off the Aug. 4 ballo

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442647529200.html
Jack Link's Snacks worker dies of COVID-19 in South Dakota

An employee at a Jack Link's Protein Snacks plant in South Dakota died after contracting COVID-19, the company reported Tuesday.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442805374865.html
Virus outbreak at unnamed business could disrupt reopening

Multnomah County said Wednesday that it hopes to begin reopening in about two weeks, but a mysterious coronavirus outbreak could hinder those plans.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442745744095.html
Reopening leader says liability protection key in SC

The leader of governor's committee studying how to best reopen South Carolina after the coronavirus said one of the most critical pieces of unfinished business is protecting businesses from lawsuits i

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442821718820.html
Navy admiral submits results of probe on virus-infected ship

The Navy's top admiral on Wednesday received the results of an internal investigation into the spread of the coronavirus aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt and the firing of the aircraft carrier's skip

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442845656498.html
Protesters stop LA freeway traffic, smash patrol car windows

Hundreds of people protesting the death of a black man in Minneapolis police custody blocked a Los Angeles freeway and shattered windows of California Highway Patrol cruisers on Wednesday.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836442958204627.html
Basketball Hall of Fame delaying enshrinement ceremony

Basketball Hall of Fame chairman Jerry Colangelo told ESPN that the enshrinement ceremony for Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan and five others will be delayed until 2021 because of the coronavir

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836443092334928.html
Twitter adds fact-check warning label to Trump’s tweets for first time

Twitter Inc. marked tweets by President Donald Trump with a fact-check warning label for the first time Tuesday, after the president falsely claimed mail-in...

27 May 00:27 MarketWatch 8975941549821851149.html
The Senate's fate rests in Trump's performance at the ballot box

The bottom line is that if the president wins, especially if he runs as expected in places such as North Carolina, Iowa and Maine, the Republicans probably will hold the Senate.

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836443011901679.html
Asia Today: S Korea virus cases make biggest jump in 50 days

South Korea on Thursday reported its biggest jump in coronavirus cases in more than 50 days, a huge setback that could erase some of its hard-won gains. Health officials warned that the resurgence is

27 May 00:00 The Washington Times 8941836443001892088.html
‘Schools at high altitude to be temporary relief centers’

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326238426992680.html
Omar tries to put house in order

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326237532187640.html
DC inspects ongoing dev projects at Baramulla

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326238589652914.html
GoI lets 122 Kashmiri prisoners call home on Eid

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326237839240881.html
JK receives 15 COVID-19 special flights

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326238019463283.html
Cracks surface in NC

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326238712149143.html
All Nippon Airways delays delivery of final Airbus A380

The final Airbus A380 would have joined ANA’s two other A380s which were flown on its Tokyo to Honolulu route

27 May 00:00 Business Traveller 900610882269205609.html
NC condemns assault on senior cardiologist, seeks thorough probe into incident

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326239090306785.html
Panel submits report to end decades-long seniority dispute of KAS officers

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326238959606014.html
JKP asks policemen to facilitate COVID-19 workers

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326239227504716.html
Over 6500 new cases in India, death toll climbs to 4167

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326238023182266.html
Are children visitation rights applied by JK courts: HC asks JKSLSA

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27 May 00:00 Rising Kashmir 9025326239271825828.html
Shops except for medical, essential items to be closed at 5pm from today in KP

KP govt spokesperson says barbershops will only remain open from Friday till Sunday

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559356638632880.html
19 bodies of PIA crash victims forcibly taken away from morgue: Edhi Foundation

Faisal Edhi says relatives did not provide any proof or identification before taking away bodies

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559356556557009.html
Sindh reports 699 new coronavirus cases taking total to 24,000

Province reports six new deaths to take provincial tally to 380

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357067764573.html
Pakistan Army shot down Indian spy drone that crossed over LoC: ISPR

The spy drone had crossed over 650 metres into Pakistani territory and was shot down in the Rakh Chakri sector

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357590271569.html
Qureshi blames New Delhi for threatening regional peace amid India-China tensions

FM Qureshi urges India to behave responsibly in its border dispute with China

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559356676901766.html
Cockpit voice recorder of PIA flight PK-8303 still missing: spokesman

PIA spokesman Abdullah Hafeez said that hectic efforts were being made to recover the voice recorder from the crash site

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357645540657.html
PIA plane crash: Sindh health minister says process of collecting DNA samples complete

Dr Azra Pechuho says that 43 out of 97 bodies have so far been handed over to families after identification

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357071974354.html
PIA plane crash: Federal government to compensate Model Colony residents

Governor Imran Ismail says without conclusion of an official probe into the PIA plane crash, no one could be held responsible

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357602838410.html
NDMA activates hotline for registering complaints on locust attacks

The aggrieved farmers can register their complaints about the existence of locusts or need of spray on the 24-hour hotline: NDMA

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357501593129.html
PML-N lambastes govt for 'allowing sugar export when there was shortage' in country

The opposition party's leaders reiterate demand for prime minister's resignation

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357632139325.html
Sindh allocates Rs2.7 billion to set up new hospitals as coronavirus response effort

Sindh government has allocated the amount to also expand ICU and HDU facilities

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357282909528.html
Hindutva Supremacist Modi govt becoming a threat to India's neighbours: PM Imran

PM Imran slams Modi government's 'arrogant expansionist policies' akin to Nazi's Lebensraum

27 May 00:00 www.geo.tv 9037559357870963813.html
Sars, Ebola and Mers were near misses that led us to believe Covid-19 would pass us by too

Each briefly threatened to become a pandemic, before subsiding.

27 May 00:00 New Statesman 903924182511355470.html
Angela Merkel’s chancellorship “runs and runs” as her ratings surge and lockdown is eased in Germany

Why, despite being at the height of her powers, the chancellor will probably not seek a fifth term. And I say goodbye to Berlin for the first time in months.

27 May 00:00 New Statesman 903924183090853327.html
Prison officer tests positive for coronavirus

Information gathered by DGN Online indicates that a prison officer at the Tamale Central Prison has tested positive for COVID-19.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111493740899334.html
“We weren’t prepared”: Grooming ring prosecutor Nazir Afzal on grief and state failings

The lawyer behind some of Britain’s most high-profile cases reflects on his most personal brush with government incompetence: the loss of his brother to Covid-19.

27 May 00:00 New Statesman 903924183460719467.html
Swarms of desert locusts threaten India’s summer crops

NEW DELHI (AP) — An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of...

27 May 00:11 The Seattle Times 9121942836628766744.html
Ghanaians urged to avail themselves to census

Mr Isaac Odoom, the Asikuma Odoben Brakwa District Chief Executive, has advised Ghanaians to endeavour to make themselves available for counting in this year’s population census.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111493975573226.html
Some MPs have tested positive for coronavirus – Muntaka disputes Parliament’s claim

Minority Chief Whip, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, has disputed a claim by Parliament’s Public Affairs Directorate that no Member of Parliament or staff of Parliament has tested positive for the Covid-19.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111493949842953.html
Malian petitions CID over harrasment

A Malian businessman domiciled in Ghana, Haled Ould Ibrahim, has stated that he feels “harassed” by the activities of a Lebanese called Hassan Abu Zein, who he claims has been filing false police reports about him and his family.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494007767809.html
NDC can demonstrate all they want but EC's decision won't change - Kweku Baako

Abdul Malik Kweku Baako, Editor-in-Chief of the New Crusading Guide, has jumped to the defence of the Electoral Commission, stressing that nothing can change the Commission's decision on the voters' register.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111493899533154.html
Coronavirus: Ghana to decide on Hydroxychloroquine usage

The Ghana Health Service on Tuesday announced that the COVID-19 case Management Team will meet to decide on steps to take after the World Health Organisation suspended the use of Hydoxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 on safety grounds.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494072952848.html
Old Tafo Assembly supports 16 more PWDs to start their businesses

The Old Tafo Municipal Assembly has presented various items to 16 selected Persons with Disability (PWDs) in the municipality to economically empower them.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494109649809.html
Intensify seizure of assets of corrupt officials – Anti-corruption campaigners urge courts

Two anti-corruption experts have said the recent order by an Accra High Court for the seizure of assets of persons convicted in the National Communications Authority (NCA) case is a good anti-corruption measure.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494092774283.html
‘MP’ wanted for murder

A Kumasi Circuit Court has issued a warrant for the arrest of a young man identified as Baba Amadu, aka ‘MP’, for allegedly murdering Dina Adomako, a 15-year-old girl in Kumasi, the Ashanti Regional capital.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494113663982.html
One year-old baby, 2 adults killed in gory accident

A year-old baby and two male adults were killed, while 11 others suffered injuries in an accident, at Anoff near Nsawam in the Eastern Region, on Tuesday.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494199164010.html
Akufo-Addo swears in Supreme Court justices Mensa-Bonsu, Yonny Kulendi

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on Tuesday, 26th May, 2020, swore into office Justice Professor Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu and Justice Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi as Justices of the Supreme Court.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494160481574.html
Ofankor murder: People were only interested in photos of the dead while I shouted for help – Friend claims

Friend of deceased tenant, Spark Benajmine, says people who witnessed the aftermath of the shooting resorted to taking pictures rather than helping take the body to the hospital.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494224816900.html
Fire guts parts of Tema community one market

Fire destroyed parts of one of Tema’s biggest market, the community one (1) market Tuesday evening.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494450668266.html
The humbling of Dominic Cummings

Boris Johnson’s chief strategist reached No 10 by pitting the people against the political elite and scorning the media. Now his hypocrisy is exposed.

27 May 00:00 New Statesman 903924183661868873.html
GIS arrests notorious recruitment scammer

The Western Region Command of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS)has arrested a 53-year-old Ghanaian residing in Takoradi, one Kojo Sakyi, for allegedly defrauding scores of unsuspecting youth under the pretext of securing them jobs within the Service.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494233711826.html
Ofankor landlord shot tenant 4 times, targeted his penis, chest - Police

The police has given a vivid account of how a shooting incident at Ofankor, a suburb of Accra, led to the unfortunate death of a tenant, saying he was shot 4 times by the landlord.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494570920159.html
Central Regional Minister calls for Bernard Mornah's arrest over 'war comments'

Central Regional Minister, Kwamena Duncan is calling for the arrest of the leader of the Inter-Party Resistance Against New Voter Register [IPRAN], Bernard Mornah, with immediate effect.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494529610430.html
I would be surprised if results of MPs coronavirus test was given to Parliament – Mubarak

Member of Parliament for Kumbungu constituency, Ras Mubarak says he would be shocked if the test results of individual MPs were handed to parliament.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494699230654.html
Mike Pompeo does not like answering questions about his actions, but soon he may have to

There’s a sense that things are coming full circle for the US secretary of state.

27 May 00:00 New Statesman 903924182490606788.html
Residents of Kodjonya-Menekpo threaten bloodshed over grave

The siting of a grave close in Kodjonya-Menekpo, a community in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality has created apprehension among community members as community members fear the burial of the deceased in the area could infect their hand dug wells and other sources of water.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494600863103.html
Minister makes case for quarterly disinfection of police cells

Central Regional Minister Kwamena Duncan has underscored the need for police cells in the country to be disinfected every quarter.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494720035565.html
NDC boycotts IPAC meeting at EC

Reports reaching DGN Online indicate that the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) this morning boycotted the InterParty Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting at the Electoral Commission (EC).

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494828731618.html
Abofu residents live in fear of imminent floods

Residents of Abofu, near Achimota in Accra, say they are living in fear of imminent floods as the Hydrological Services Department (HSD) has deferred to September, its intended rehabilitation of their stretch of the Odawa drain.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494724681531.html
Four Nigerians arrested for illegal entry and bribery

Personnel of Sogakope Inland Immigration Checkpoint of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) have arrested three Nigerians for illegal entry into Ghana.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494794370533.html
Heavy security as EC hosts political parties at IPAC meeting

There is a heavy security presence at the premises of the EC as personnel of the Ghana Police Service (GPS) have been deployed to the premises where IPAC meeting on the compilation of a new voters register is ongoing.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494449433063.html
Landlords threaten health workers with ejection

Landlords at New Edubiase in the Adansi South District are threatening to eject health workers from their houses for fear of being infected with the deadly coronavirus.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494743673024.html
NPP wants to rig because their own research point to their defeat - Edem Agbana

A Deputy Youth Organizer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Adams Agbana says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has conducted several- research works pointing to their defeat in the upcoming presidential and parliamentary polls hence their plot to rig the polls.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494901894333.html
Leader: From tragedy to farce

The ultimate blame for the government’s failures lies not with Dominic Cummings but with Boris Johnson. 

27 May 00:00 New Statesman 903924183398851974.html
'We will not allow EC boss to rig elections for Akufo-Addo' - NDC former candidate

The 2016 Parliamentary candidate for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Jomoro Constituency of the Western Region, Mr. Thomas Yankey popularly known as 'Nobody' has indicated that his party will not sit aloof and allow EC boss Jean Mensa to rig the upcoming General Elections for President Akufo-Addo and NPP.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494769615543.html
Food vender, boyfriend quarantined for coronavirus in Saboba

A food vendor and her boyfriend have been quarantined in Saboba in the Northern region after she tested positive for Covid-19.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494918108844.html
Justice Mensa-Bonsu joins Supreme Court Bench

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has sworn into office Professor Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu, a Professor of Law at the University of Ghana, Legon, as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494875658379.html
No police officer in Eastern region has coronavirus – Regional Commander

Eastern Regional Police Commander, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP), Afful Boakye Yiadom, has revealed that none of his officers in the region has contracted the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) disease.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495161360897.html
Ofankor landlord remanded for murder

The Abeka District Court on Tuesday remanded into police custody Victor Stephen Nana Kankam, a 38-year-old businessman and landlord, for allegedly shooting and killing his tenant at Ofankor over rent.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495144304221.html
Stigma makes it impossible to disclose identities of persons who'll test positive - Majority Leader

The Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Osei Kyei Mensah-Bonsu has said the stigmatisation associated with testing positive to the coronavirus makes it impossible to disclose the identities of any MP or staff of parliament who will test positive to the virus.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495481748174.html
End of Teshie chieftaincy saga as Gbetsoolo joins Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs

Gbetsoolo Nii Ashitey Akomfra III, Teshie Mantse has finally resumed his rightful place as a member of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111494896533432.html
Official: Captain Smart leaves Adom FM

After numerous rumours of his exit, denials and barrage of insults hurled at individuals and online portals for ‘the false alarm’, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly called Captain Smart has officially left Multimedia Group Limited (MGL).

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495112872358.html
Obour cautioned over coronavirus protocols breaches

The Asante Akim South Municipality Assembly in the Ashanti Region has warned an NPP parliamentary aspirant against the violation of the social distancing protocol needed to stem the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak in the country.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495344849958.html
Man jailed 10 years for impregnating co-tenant’s daughter

An Accra Circuit Court on Wednesday sentenced a 22-year-old unemployed to 10 years imprisonment in hard labour for impregnating a 15-year-old daughter of a co-tenant at Bubuashie in Accra.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495436481414.html
MPs who fail to test for coronavirus will be sanctioned - Speaker

Speaker of Parliament Rt Hon Prof Michael Aaron Oquaye has cautioned Members of Parliament and staff of the Parliamentary Service who have not gone through the test for COVID-19 to do so when the mandatory mass testing in Parliament restart from Thursday, 28th May to Friday, 29th May 2020.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495537958883.html
Election run-offs waste of money, must be rechecked – Diplomatic Consultant

Diplomatic Consultant, Farouk Al- Wahab says Ghana started practicing democracy prematurely and that also accounts for the country being overly democratic.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495526972934.html
NDC warns NPP in Nalerigu/Gambaga after ‘arrest’ of former Youth Organiser

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Nalerigu/Gambaga Constituency say they are ready to face the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) squarely in the December 7 elections.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495672841809.html
New register: Turnout may be low, unless you share money at centres – Prof Gyampo

Senior Lecturer at the Political Science Department of the University of Ghana, Professor Ransford Gyampo has projected a low turnout at various registration centers for the new voters’ register.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495174088235.html
Government awarding more 'juicy contracts' to NDC members than NPP - Kennedy Agyapong

Though the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), is in power and supposed to be running the affairs of the country, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is rather in charge, the Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong claims.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495493713445.html
Brutal murder of Sanatan Deka shows how Hindus are not safe anymore in Muslim dominated areas of Assam

The fear among the ethnic Hindus in these villages looms large due to the fear of a Muslim attack. They fear reprisals and gullibility of the police with Muslim money power and an enviable unity among Muslims against the 'Kafir'.- Siba Prasad Sarma 

27 May 00:00 www.organiser.org 9159923259232792307.html
Ofankor murder: Suspect's pumped guns were licensed over 12 years ago - Police

The Accra Regional Police command has clarified issues surrounding the ownership of some two pump guns by the suspect involved in the murder of his tenant at Ofankor.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495430118861.html
As COVID19 situation goes out of hand, MVA govt in Maharashtra comes with a gag order to curb social media criticism

Unable to handle the COVID19 crisis efficiently, the MVA government led by the Shiv Sena has turned its frustration towards those who are critical of it. Criticism on Social Media and not management of the health crisis seems to be the priority of the MVA government. - Devidas Deshpande  

27 May 00:00 www.organiser.org 9159923258328305676.html
Ghana has no record of reinfection of coronavirus

Dr Badu Sarkodie, the Director of Public Health, Ghana Health Service (GHS), on Tuesday said the country has not recorded any cases of reinfections of the COVID-19.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495688305892.html
Confusion in Parliament over MPs’ coronavirus test results

Parliament seems to have shifted its position that no Members of Parliament and staff of the Parliament Service tested positive for COVID-19 during a mass testing exercise.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495778694098.html
Crowdfunding campaign launched to support family of Sanatan Deka; Aims to raise 30 lakhs through the campaign in 19 days

Sanatan Deka was lynched to death by Faizul Haque and friends for selling vegetables in a Muslim majority area near Guwahati during Ramzan. 

27 May 00:00 www.organiser.org 9159923259033301130.html
Biden Attacks Trump for Not Wearing Mask in Public: 'This Macho Stuff Is 'Stoking Deaths'

Following his Tuesday remarks, Biden changed his profile picture on Twitter to the one of him wearing a black mask during a Memorial Day ceremony.

27 May 00:42 Sputniknews 967333868226197641.html
Watch: Duo Have The Perfect Response To Dundalk Lockdown Protest

A woman most famous for standing outside Google and the Four Courts was back at it again yesterday, this time standing on a beach in Dundalk, hosting a sparsely attend...

27 May 00:00 BALLS.ie 974130362049950973.html
Student jailed for extortion over policewoman’s nude pictures

A Circuit Court in Accra has sentenced a 24-year-old student, Francis Aggrey, to three years imprisonment for extortion in his bid to circulate nude videos of his girlfriend, a policewoman.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495735137761.html
I’m happy to be the President that swore you in – Akufo-Addo extols Justice Mensah-Bonsu’s credentials

Professor Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu has been sworn in as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo today May 26, 2020 at the Jubilee House in Accra

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495247651710.html
We're satisfied with Mills' autopsy, stop act of 'drunkenness' - Family

Family of the late President John Atta Mills has asked politicians and the general public to respect the family and the late Professor and allow him to Rest In Peace.

27 May 00:00 GhanaWeb 9132111495800700648.html
D-Day for Nazanin: British citizen imprisoned in Tehran will find out TODAY if she will be freed as her husband says 'we are closer than ever' but is still preparing for the worst

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe expects to find out today whether she will be released from prison in Iran after the supreme leader announced 3,000 people are being pardoned as part of Eid.

27 May 01:02 Mail Online 124328110762395947.html
Anger as white woman reports black birdwatcher in Central Park to police

'I'm going to tell them there's an African-American man threatening my life,' she tells the black man while appearing to dial 911

27 May 01:31 Rappler 1882105641981738064.html
Supreme Court Denies Petition to Hear California Voting Rights Act Challenge

The Supreme Court refused to hear a constitutional challenge to the California Voting Rights Act over its requirement that some local governments hold district rather than at-large elections.

27 May 01:31 Courthouse News Service 1799505149191732596.html
New Zealand deputy PM breaks ranks to urge Ardern to lift Covid-19 lockdown

Political kingmaker Winston Peters says nation has been in lockdown for ‘too long’ and calls for immediate move to the lowest level of restrictions

27 May 01:19 the Guardian 1491978795574322028.html
New Zealand sheltered its homeless during Covid-19 – but can it last?

Labour-led government has pledged $100m to keep 1,200 motel rooms available for the homeless for a year but obstacles to cementing gains remain

27 May 01:10 the Guardian 1491978795448580933.html
Two arrested after disabled man in wheelchair robbed at ATM

Two men have now been arrested over the alleged heartless robbery of a wheelchair-bound man at an ATM in Sydney’s CBD. The 42-year-old man, who suffers from spastic diplegia (paraplegia) cerebral…

27 May 01:07 myGC.com.au 214966662719616436.html
LIVE: Senate hearing on non-expiration of franchises

Watch the Senate hearing live on Rappler

27 May 01:24 Rappler 1882105643922454500.html
Pop-up bike lanes proposed for Brisbane CBD

The proposal, detailed by Bicycling Queensland, was presented to the council and the state government.

27 May 01:57 Brisbane Times 2314609340161244988.html
Venezuela's official virus data is 'absurd' – HRW and Johns Hopkins

President Nicolas Maduro's government reports 10 COVID-19 deaths out of 1,121 cases in a country of 30 million people

27 May 01:01 Rappler 1882105642852900647.html
From Wall Street to Bethlehem, iconic sites reopen from virus

The illness has killed more than 346,000 people worldwide and forced most countries to mothball their tourism industries, a crucial source of revenue

27 May 01:20 Rappler 1882105643268999835.html
Buhari eulogises Clark at 93, Soun at 94 - The Nation Nigeriaa

President Muhammadu Buhari has urged elder statesman and leader of the Ijaw nation, Chief Edwin Clark, to continue to work for the ...

27 May 01:13 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900230151389.html
Schools, colleges still not allowed to open: MHA

 No decision has been taken on opening of schools and colleges and all education institutions across the country are still prohibited to open, the Union Home Ministry said Tuesday night. The

27 May 01:36 Deccan Herald 2027555796821678410.html
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Japanese police arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

27 May 01:42 CTVNews 2422791599023511841.html
Cloud diplomacy: Consular access, demarche move online

Besides virtual summits and phone calls, demarche, consular access and even presentation of credentials have moved to online platforms.

27 May 01:59 The Indian Express 2885715104003498761.html
Guest workers add to rising number of corona cases in Uttar Pradesh, eastern states

Amidst the political 'tu-tu, mein-mein', the plight of the guest workers continues to trouble the conscience of the Indian nation.

27 May 01:30 The Asian Age 2126266545802926249.html
IndiGo flier tests positive after landing in Coimbatore

"No one else was seated in his vicinity, significantly reducing the possibility of transmission... The operating crew has been home quarantined for 14 days and we are in the process of notifying other passengers as per the government guidelines," the airline said.

27 May 01:56 The Indian Express 2885715104280232038.html
Inadequacies, lapses: SC seeks answers from Centre and states on migrants

The judges said “adequate transport arrangement, food and shelters are immediately to be provided by the Centre and State Governments free of cost”.

27 May 01:50 The Indian Express 2885715104071581834.html
Delhi confidential: Sound Of Silence

Former Maharashtra chief minister and senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday reeled out figures of the financial aid given by the Centre to the state, and accused the state government of not utilising the money.

27 May 01:49 The Indian Express 2885715105731228412.html
Twitter Users Clamoring For Cancelation Of Activist Shaun King

Shaun King has garnered a reputation for himself in recent years as an activist in racial politics. He's received a lot of criticism for his

27 May 01:11 Celebrity Insider 265863475869670205.html
Ahmedabad: ‘Official transferred for self-promotion, scaring people’

The campaign, under the hashtag #StopTargetingGujarat, launched on Monday in English, Gujarati and Hindi by the BJP IT Cell has been widely circulated on social media platforms.

27 May 01:04 The Indian Express 2885715104216487961.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

US president responds by accusing micro-blogging site of stifling free speech

27 May 01:57 Gulf News 2086521545536391212.html
DAP: Perikatan stopped caring about drunk driving after coming into power

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — A score of DAP politicians have challenged the Perikatan Nasional (PN) administration to take punitive action against those caught drunk driving, in light of the two related deaths recently. In a joint press statement, the group pointed out that former transport minister...

27 May 01:16 Malaymail 302165936012817891.html
Biden calls Trump a 'fool' for mocking masks during pandemic

Joe Biden said Tuesday that wearing a mask in public to combat the spread of the coronavirus is a sign of leadership and called U.S. President Donald Trump a "fool" who was "stoking deaths" for suggesting otherwise.

27 May 01:19 CTVNews 2422791598537491836.html
Charlotte Democrat Councilman: 'No Way' GOP Convention Can Take Place

Charlotte City Councilman Larken Egleston said Monday there was "no way" the GOP convention could go on as planned due to the coronavirus.

27 May 01:13 Breitbart 3148363491360412118.html
Immigration recruitment: Ex-minister, fugitive businessman know fate tomorrow

Justice Nnamdi Dimgba of the Federal High Court, Abuja will decide on Thursday whether Patrick Abba Moro, Drexel Global Tech Limited ...

27 May 01:43 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900309535468.html
Man arrested over deadly 2019 fire at Japan’s Kyoto Animation

TOKYO, May 27 — A Japanese man suspected of killing 36 people and injuring dozens in an arson attack at an animation studio last July was arrested today after spending 10 months in hospital for treatment. Police had issued an arrest warrant for Shinji Aoba at the time of the fire but had been...

27 May 01:28 Malaymail 302165936477498196.html
Planned Parenthood Testimony on Fetal Tissue Sales Contradicts Claims

A new video reveals the testimony of Planned Parenthood officials regarding the sale of aborted fetal tissue contradicts their public claims.

27 May 01:10 Breitbart 3148363492085055464.html
Report: Afghanistan to Free 900 Taliban Terrorists This Week

Afghanistan's government is set to release 900 Taliban terrorists by Tuesday in response to a recent ceasefire ordered by the jihadis.

27 May 01:00 Breitbart 3148363491967962986.html
Somali Refugee Indicted for Attempting to Join Islamic Terrorist Group

A Somali-born naturalized United States citizen was indicted this week for allegedly attempting to join Islamic terrorist group al-Shabab. 

27 May 01:05 Breitbart 3148363492821653554.html
Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

HONG KONG — Hundreds of riot police took up posts in and around Hong Kong’s financial district on Wednesday ahead of a debate at the city’s Legislative Council over a bill that would criminalize disrespect of China’s national anthem.

27 May 01:18 Financial Post 2379081491714298903.html
Grassley: White House 'failed to address' if there was a 'good reason' for IG firings

Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) said Tuesday that the White House "failed to address" if President Trump had a "good reason" to fire top watchdogs for the State Department and the intelligence community.

27 May 01:40 TheHill 355432918110125174.html
Afghan government releases first hundred Taliban prisoners

The Eid al-Fitr holiday began on Monday as did the ceasefire in Afghanistan announced by the Taliban. Early signs were promising with the ceasefire appearing to hold.

27 May 01:39 Digital Journal 4566489172981546422.html
Key Senate Democrat withdraws support from House measure on web browsing data

Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) has pulled his support from an amendment aimed at blocking law enforcement from collecting web browsing history without a warrant after comments made by Rep. Adam Schiff

27 May 01:32 TheHill 355432918306637559.html
Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen on a bystander’s video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer kneels on his neck for several minutes.

27 May 01:55 National Post 4816958591840168608.html
Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact check warning, US president furious

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president ove…

27 May 01:30 France 24 5635134570265893949.html
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering' with US elections after fact checking warning | ZDNet

The US President also accused Twitter of 'stifling free speech'.

27 May 01:24 ZDNet 591556592341510442.html
Canadian soldiers witness 'deeply disturbing' scenes in seniors' residences: PM

OTTAWA: Canadian soldiers helping to manage the coronavirus outbreak in seniors' residences have witnessed some "deeply disturbing" scenes, Prime ...

27 May 01:09 CNA 5644198863700444616.html
With quarantine norms revised, Indian returnees must be refunded part of their advance by hotels: Centre

India News: NEW DELHI: Indian returnees from abroad who had paid hotels in advance for their 14-day quarantine stay but can now leave after seven days under revis.

27 May 01:09 The Times of India 6060938663977964024.html
Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

Police have arrested a man suspected of starting a fire that killed 36 people in an animation studio in Japan.

27 May 01:57 independent 5894610846199025430.html
Italy records 78 new coronavirus deaths, 397 new cases

ROME: Deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic in Italy climbed by 78 on Tuesday (May 26), against 92 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said, ...

27 May 01:40 CNA 5644198863535239802.html
Trump Hits Back At Twitter After It Calls His Tweets '"Unsubstantiated"

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

27 May 01:51 NDTV.com 5090057682532005457.html
US military accuses Russia of sending warplanes to Libya in support of anti-govt mercenaries; Kremlin denies claim

The deployment of the fighter jets appeared to confirm Russia's deepening role in the sprawling proxy war, where its Libyan ally, commander Khalifa Hifter, suffered a series of major losses last week that dealt a heavy blow to his campaign

27 May 01:08 Firstpost 4760741711745744086.html
U.S. nears 100,000 pandemic deaths: Does Trump feel your pain? | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> In the rubble of buildings and lives, modern U.S. presidents have met national trauma with words such as these: “I can hear you.” “You have lost too much, but you have not lost everything.” “We have wept with you; we’ve pulled our children tight.”

27 May 01:10 Star-Advertiser 3439335389202263092.html
Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The proposed new national security laws triggered the first big street unrest in Hong Kong in months on Sunday

27 May 01:46 The Hindu 6679535025558774039.html
Amy Cooper, The “Central Park Karen” Who Called Police On A Black Man, Has Been Fired

A white woman in New York has been fired after a viral video shows her hysterically calling police on a black man who asked her to leash her dog.

27 May 01:33 Junkee 6829486441503746753.html
Biden suggests many COVID-19 deaths were avoidable but for Trump's 'lack of attention and ego'

Former Vice President Joe Biden said on Tuesday that President Trump is "supposed to lead by example" when it comes to wearing a mask and social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic, but has failed at that and also keeping the death toll down.The U.S. is close to reaching the grim milestone

27 May 01:05 Yahoo 7097669637461347515.html
More peacekeeping operations, fewer troops in 2019: Report

The number of multilateral peace operations, both by the UN and others, rose by just one to 61, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

27 May 01:31 Hindustan Times 696565558147802604.html
Number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Russia-occupied Crimea exceeds 500

Human rights activists say the figures may be underreported.

27 May 01:35 UNIAN 6863008971538172665.html
What Commuting in Delhi Metro Post Lockdown 4.0 May Look Like? When Are Services Resuming?

Further, strict social-distancing will be practised inside the trains. The commuters will be required to be seated alternately. This will be monitored by DMRC official, Metro staff members to check for violations, the report by leading daily read.

27 May 01:38 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386083205238125.html
Malka Leifer: Rape-accused ex-principal fit for extradition to Australia

An Israeli judge says the suspect accused of 74 sex charges is fit to face extradition to Australia.

27 May 01:56 Yahoo 7097669638351564395.html
Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list. Latin America's largest country, which has emerged as a new epicenter in the coronavirus pandemic, has seen its daily death toll surge past

27 May 01:53 Yahoo 7097669638078488388.html
How locust swarms are tackled

An invasion by desert locusts has hit large swathes of India and Pakistan in the middle of pandemic.

27 May 01:55 Yahoo 7097669638756216451.html
Surge of financial aid has HALO service ‘optimistic’ about short-term future

Air ambulance organizations in Alberta depend on donations, but charities are suffering after the novel coronavirus pandemic iced the global economy

27 May 01:47 The Globe and Mail 68426410997572164.html
Ex-Nevada AG describes ballots 'piled up in apartments and trash cans and in hallways' due to mail-in voting

Former Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt echoed President Trump's concerns about mail-in voting Tuesday, telling "Tucker Carlson Tonight" that it will likely increase the risk of voter fraud in his state.

27 May 01:28 Fox News 7362823819931673989.html
George Floyd's cousins speak out about heartbreak over his death in Minneapolis police custody

The cousins of an African-American Minnesota man who died while in police custody, during which a white police officer pressed his knee against his neck as he struggled to breathe, are calling for action after viewing the video of the altercation.

27 May 01:01 Fox News 7362823820271916147.html
Catholic churches in Brooklyn and Queens reopen with social-distancing measures

Catholic churches in Brooklyn and Queens shuttered for months due to the coronavirus outbreak reopened on Tuesday with some changes — including social-distancing signage and mandatory

27 May 01:55 New York Post 7654946768690335784.html
Trump urges Republicans to block bill extending FISA provisions

President Trump on Tuesday urged House Republicans to oppose legislation extending Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act provisions, citing abuses of the law against his 2016 campaign.

27 May 01:02 New York Post 7654946768887892731.html
Fired Florida data scientist had been axed by FSU years ago for affair with student, report says

One of the people entering data on Florida’s coronavirus website fired in a dispute over what information should be made public was allegedly, according to a report in The Daily Mail, also fired from Florida State University in 2017 for having an affair with a student -- and later was charged with cyberstalking.

27 May 01:49 Fox News 7362823821249081742.html
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

TOKYO — Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

27 May 01:25 680News 8014034334409823459.html
Ralphs security guard pulls gun on shopper during confrontation in San Bernardino - VIDEO

A bystander captured video of a security guard at a Ralphs in San Bernardino drawing a gun on a shopper who was refusing to leave the store.

27 May 01:26 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010440567151532.html
UK COVID-19 deaths top 37,000 as another 134 patients die

Another 134 COVID-19 patients have died in Britain, bringing the total coronavirus-related death toll in the country to 37,048, the Department of Health and Social Care has said.

27 May 01:25 The Hans India 817019414636721163.html
Woman with walker awarded $55K after B.C. RCMP officer 'assaulted and battered' her

A B.C. woman who uses a walker for mobility has been awarded $55,000 in damages after a judge determined she was "falsely arrested, falsely imprisoned, assaulted and battered" by an RCMP officer in the province's north.

27 May 01:30 British Columbia 8448044034451041232.html
ACT Policing arrest three men during alleged Garran burglary

Three men were caught during an alleged burglary in Garran on Wednesday morning.

27 May 01:34 The Canberra Times 8662394329413558382.html
Trump urges House Republicans to reject FISA renewal bill

President Donald Trump called on House Republicans to reject pending legislation that would renew a set of domestic surveillance powers that lapsed two...

27 May 01:06 MarketWatch 8975941549142708468.html
Chicago sees deadliest Memorial day in years

10 people shot dead and 32 severely injured

27 May 01:30 Free Press Journal 9080771787448049924.html
In morgues and shipping containers, Ecuadorians search for lost dead

GUAYAQUIL/QUITO, Ecuador (Reuters) - Dolores Centeno has scoured the morgues and cemeteries of Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city, for two months searching for her father’s body.

27 May 01:23 Reuters 8334514180744216204.html
Love has no gender: Costa Rica legalises same-sex marriage

Couples scheduled ceremonies - mostly private due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but some that would be broadcast - to celebrate their unions before judges and notaries after the ban was lifted at midnight

27 May 01:30 Free Press Journal 9080771787349166421.html
‘No mask, no ride’ policy in South Korea

The government, in a new directive, ordered buses and taxi drivers to limit or refuse to offer rides to passengers who do not wear masks as part of the tightened quarantine measures against the pandemic outbreak

27 May 01:30 Free Press Journal 9080771787257657573.html
Countries ease coronavirus lockdown after months of lockdown

Iran cafes are on after 2 months, whereas, Sri Lanka relaxes COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and Bethlehem Nativity Church reopens

27 May 01:30 Free Press Journal 9080771788919390828.html
UK junior minister resigns over Dominic Cummings row

Johnson's embattled Chief Strategy Adviser faced a volley of hostile questions from the media on Monday evening when Downing Street took the unusual step for a staffer to address his own press conference amid growing anger from all sides of the political spectrum, including Johnson's own Conservative Party

27 May 01:30 Free Press Journal 9080771788149122411.html
Filthy toilets, attacked with stones: For North East workers from Goa, a 119-hour nightmare on rails

A train journey to Manipur that should have taken 61 hours stretches into a horror ride as meals fail to arrive and bogies are without water.

27 May 01:00 Scroll.in 8669301692920962580.html
SCO Summit, Scheduled for 22-23 July in St. Petersburg, Postponed, Source Says

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia has decided to postpone the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), it could be held closer to the fall, a high-ranking source...

27 May 01:57 Sputniknews 967333869582022675.html
Man charged with murder following discovery of body in north Belfast

A 34-year-old man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a body in north Belfast.

27 May 01:00 The Irish News 993066336591072.html
Hundreds demand justice in Minneapolis after police killing of George Floyd

Protesters clash with police, who deploy teargas and stun grenades, following death of black man at hands of white officer

27 May 02:19 the Guardian 1491978795222379847.html
Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case delayed as Fairfax lawyers seek to introduce new evidence

Commonwealth again raises national security concerns – prompting judge to express frustration

27 May 02:40 the Guardian 1491978795442495459.html
Duterte wants Aaron Aquino to head Clark International Airport Corporation

After leading the country's top anti-narcotics agency, Aaron Aquino is asked to helm a government corporation in charge of developing the second gateway to Metro Manila

27 May 02:28 Rappler 1882105643907418730.html
Anderson Cooper Drags Donald Trump Over Joe Scarborough Staffer Conspiracy Theory: ‘What A Little Man’

Anderson Cooper dragged Donald Trump as a 'little man' for falsely suggesting Joe Scarborough was involved in the death of his former aide.

27 May 02:28 Hollywood Life 1852895045589587244.html
No backing down say sources on stand off with China

India says that it will not allow any change in status quo on the LAC. We have faced similar situations in the past and will face this one too with strength, the officer also said.

27 May 02:42 Oneindia 2023829372513500991.html
Disney, CBS sued for 'rampant' sexual harassment on 'Criminal Minds' set

California sues Disney and CBS for allegedly covering up 14 years of sexual harassment against male crew members on the set of cop series 'Criminal Minds'

27 May 02:42 Rappler 1882105642167233547.html
Coronavirus update: Air India staff on board Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive

According to the District Public Relations Office, the man arrived on May 25 by a domestic flight at the Sahnewal Airport. However, test results of 10 of his co-passengers have come negative

27 May 02:58 Business Today 1145527432090006396.html
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

(UPDATED) In a statement police say they 'respect the right of residents to express their views peacefully, but it must be carried out legally'

27 May 02:06 Rappler 1882105642027779847.html
Oyetola commiserates with aide over wife’s death - The Nation Nigeria

Osun State Governor Adegboyega Oyetola has commiserated with his media aide, Niyi Oyetola, over the death of his wife, Haleemat....

27 May 02:47 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900016558294.html
Mexico sets new record with 501 coronavirus deaths in a day

Mexico's health department reported 501 deaths from the coronavirus Tuesday, a new one-day high and the first time the figure exceeded 500.

27 May 02:00 Coronavirus 2422791597730442979.html
No plan to step down for Akeredolu, says Kekemeke

Kekemeke, a former commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, said he is a serious-minded person that does not change his mind once he sets his....

27 May 02:39 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900387743862.html
Ex-Collingwood club doctor banned for giving opioids to patient he had sex with

A sports doctor who worked for AFL clubs including Collingwood has been banned for five years after prescribing opioids to a patient he was in a sexual relationship with, who later overdosed.

27 May 02:25 Brisbane Times 2314609339104503155.html
Rajasthan: Man consumes pesticide in suicide attempt near Gehlot’s residence

According to the police, the condition of the man, identified as Chenaram Mali, who hails from Nagaur district, was stated to be stable after cops rushed him to the hospital.

27 May 02:27 The Indian Express 2885715104137491915.html
Police rule out charging News Corp journalist Annika Smethurst

The political editor's home was raided last year as part of an investigation into leaked government documents.

27 May 02:39 Brisbane Times 2314609340229762566.html
As Shramik Special trains ‘stray’, Railways notifies ‘route rationalisation’ to explain diversions

The diversions have been done so that trains are not held up at one place for hours without water and food, a senior Railways official told The Indian Express.

27 May 02:34 The Indian Express 2885715105120755856.html
White House Press Secretary Dismisses President's Tweets: Murder Suggestion Wasn't 'Original Trump Thought'

"Joe Scarborough himself can answer" questions about the aide who died while serving on his staff, says Kayleigh McEnany

27 May 02:40 TheWrap 2361432283264454917.html
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation

HONG KONG, May 27 — Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, media reported today, a move that is likely to exacerbate concerns over freedoms in the financial hub. The news comes after Beijing last week proposed...

27 May 02:43 Malaymail 302165934905539173.html
Jim Acosta: Trump Lying About Link Between Vote-by-Mail, Voter Fraud

Jim Acosta took aim at President Donald Trump for accusing Twitter of election interference over their decision to fact-check his tweets.

27 May 02:19 Breitbart 3148363491569421500.html
‘Stop partying’, LA police warn Hollywood Hills neighborhood

LOS ANGELES, Ma 27 — Authorities in Los Angeles have warned residents of the city’s Hollywood Hills neighbourhood to tone down their house parties which have become a major problem during the global coronavirus pandemic. The issue has become so bad that police and the prosecutor’s office...

27 May 02:27 Malaymail 302165935195804348.html
Govt asks CID to re-probe suicide abetment case against Arnab Goswami

The Alibaug police had closed the case last year stating that enough evidence was not found against Arnab Goswami, Editor-in-Chief of The Republic, and two others to chargesheet them in the case.

27 May 02:52 The Indian Express 2885715104410137501.html
Biden calls for 'thorough' federal investigation into killing of black man by Minneapolis police

Former Vice President Joe Biden called for a “thorough” FBI investigation into the killing of George Floyd, a black man who died shortly after his arrest by the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD).

27 May 02:13 TheHill 355432918387161572.html
Man gets Federal Court’s nod to proceed with challenge of Selangor’s Shariah law criminalising unnatural sex

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Federal Court recently decided that it will proceed to hear a man’s constitutional challenge over a Selangor state law that makes it a Shariah offence to have unnatural sex, with the man’s legal challenge specifically on whether the Selangor state legislative...

27 May 02:11 Malaymail 302165935051329045.html
Woman kidnapped, forced into car boot and dumped in Mt Pleasant

DETECTIVES ARE investigating a reported kidnapping in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday night. Detectives from the Ballarat Crime Investigation unit understand a 19-y...

27 May 02:00 The Courier 3604583735996231705.html
Inspectors find Glasgow's Barlinnie jail 'not fit for purpose'

Inspectors say urgent improvements must be made to Glasgow's Barlinnie jail, which is not due to be replaced until 2025

27 May 02:27 BBC News 3883826127121301029.html
Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

27 May 02:00 Shropshire Star 3480199991409970609.html
Trump pushes a conspiracy theory and falsely accuses a TV host of murder | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump smeared a prominent television host today from the podium in the Rose Garden with an unfounded allegation of murder.

27 May 02:00 Star-Advertiser 3439335388414917432.html
Maritime workers send palliatives to stranded foreign seafarers on Lagos waters

MARITIME Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN, has sent food items and other materials to the 18-man foreign crew onboard MT ORYX

27 May 02:39 Vanguard News 4125100338909414204.html
SC seeks Centre's response on plea against restrictions on movement in NCR

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the Centre's response on a plea highlighting restrictions, due to sealing of borders, on movement for permissible activities in the national capital...

27 May 02:38 www.thehawk.in 4118436624088905727.html
Vessel still stuck, 2 weeks after hitting Escravos channel moles

ONE week after a supply vessel,‘M/T DEVISA’ ran into the rocky moles of the Escravos channel, the vessel is still stuck waiting to be rescued.

27 May 02:36 Vanguard News 4125100340162457644.html
FG grants ‘essential workers’ status to seafarers, dockworkers

AT the backdrop of the on-going curfew imposed by the government to curtail spread of coronavirus, the Federal Government, through the

27 May 02:34 Vanguard News 4125100340376829825.html
Man busted with guns, stolen car and drugs one month after prison release

Ben Schultz, 32, pleaded guilty at the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Tuesday to eight charges.

27 May 02:00 The Courier 3604583735379369132.html
USD/CNY hits highest since September 2019 as US threatens sanctions

China's Yuan is taking a hit on Wednesday amid the dragon nation's rising tensions with the US and India. The USD/CNH pair is trading at 7.1565 at pre

27 May 02:44 FXStreet 4480975638320326758.html
In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning.

27 May 02:29 India Today 4286117814173980898.html
Protesters in Minneapolis clash with police after death of black man officers had pinned down

Hundreds gathered to protest and express their anger over the death of a black man who died in police custody.

27 May 02:33 Washington Examiner 4625792331914990207.html
Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list.

27 May 02:00 Digital Journal 4566489171560406432.html
Man arrested over deadly arson at Japanese animation studio

Japanese police on Wednesday formally arrested a man on suspicion of an arson attack on an animation studio in Kyoto last year that killed 36 people, a police spokesman said.

27 May 02:20 Digital Journal 4566489172945468276.html
Delhi court extends police custody of two Pinjra Tod members by 2 days in connection with communal violence in Northeast Delhi

The metropolitan magistrate extended the remand of JNU students and Pinjra Tod members Natasha Narwal and Devangana Kalita in the case after the police said custodial interrogation was required to unearth the conspiracy behind the case and identify other accused.

27 May 02:19 Firstpost 4760741713282926400.html
Belarus volunteers plug gaps in supplies to virus-hit medics

Young men in dark hoodies and tracksuit bottoms form a human chain to pass down black sacks from a storeroom and pile them in the back of a car.

27 May 02:20 Digital Journal 4566489173289268589.html
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Vancouver resident Trixie Ling recalls her disgust and anger after a passing stranger taunted her with racial and sexual slurs in early May. Then he spat on her face.

27 May 02:00 Digital Journal 4566489173284451679.html
Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old

MELBOURNE — Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having shown symptoms of the disease for weeks but without getting tested, officials said on Wednesday.

27 May 02:04 National Post 4816958591708803154.html
Locust Alert In UP After Swarms Move Through Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh

At least 10 Uttar Pradesh districts were on alert Tuesday after swarms of locusts were spotted in Mahoba and Jhansi districts, moving into the state after attacking crops in neighbouring Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, officials said.

27 May 02:58 NDTV.com 5090057682372919370.html
Xi Jinping orders Chinese military to 'scale-up' battle preparedness, prepare for worst-scare scenarios as tensions build along India-China LAC

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising the worst-case scenarios, and asked them to resolutely defend the country's sovereignty.

27 May 02:28 Firstpost 4760741713042329927.html
Pence's press secretary Miller back to work after COVID-19 recovery

WASHINGTON, DC: US Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary Katie Miller said on Tuesday (May 26) she was back at work after recovering from ...

27 May 02:16 CNA 5644198862791585991.html
White woman fired after calling police on black man in NYC’s Central Park

Denouncing "racism of any kind," a global investment firm has fired a white woman after a viral video showed her calling police to say she felt threatened by an African-American man who asked her pol…

27 May 02:18 France 24 5635134570335473717.html
New video appears to show police forcing George Floyd out of his car moments before an officer knelt on his neck for 8 minutes, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - George Floyd was pinned down by an officer on Monday, during which he became unresponsive and later died.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 02:24 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756741342875.html
Italy's RCS says it may win damages in dispute with Blackstone after ruling

Milan's Arbitral Tribunal has judged that the contracts over the sale of Italy's RCS headquarters to Blackstone in 2013 were valid but found ...

27 May 02:55 CNA 5644198863980757295.html
Blackstone risks paying damages in dispute with Italy's RCS

Milan's Arbitral Tribunal has judged that the contracts over the sale of Italy's RCS headquarters to Blackstone in 2013 were valid but found ...

27 May 02:55 CNA 5644198864160073890.html
White House prepares response to China's Hong Kong crackdown

President Trump said the US was working on a strong response to China's planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

27 May 02:15 Australian Financial Review 3974284488054462488.html
India’s Covid count set to cross 1.5 lakh, fresh cases dip to 5.5k

India News: India’s count of Covid-19 cases was set to cross the 1.5 lakh mark, even as the number of fresh infections reported on Tuesday dropped slightly to its

27 May 02:09 The Times of India 6060938662791693475.html
India firm, won’t step back from areas where Chinese troops have intruded

India News: India will remain firm on the ground in the ongoing troop confrontations in eastern Ladakh where it said China has violated the unresolved boundary an

27 May 02:08 The Times of India 6060938663125637429.html
Nevada to reopen casinos June 4, welcoming tourists again | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

LAS VEGAS >> Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced tonight that he would allow casinos to reopen June 4, welcoming tourists to return to the glitzy gambling mecca of Las Vegas.

27 May 02:59 Star-Advertiser 3439335387733711990.html
Brazil coronavirus deaths could surpass 125,000 by August: US study

BRASILIA: As Brazil's daily COVID-19 death rate climbs to the highest in the world, a University of Washington study is warning its total death ...

27 May 02:08 CNA 5644198862683801817.html
From Wall Street to Bethlehem, iconic sites reopen from virus

International Business News: Iconic world sites from the New York Stock Exchange to the Church of the Nativity reopened their doors on Tuesday from the coronavirus pandemic, but n

27 May 02:35 The Times of India 6060938664602759549.html
Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

27 May 02:01 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773491551665.html
Joe Biden calls Trump a 'fool' for mocking masks during coronavirus pandemic

US News: Joe Biden has said that wearing a mask in public to combat the spread of the coronavirus is a sign of leadership and called President Donald Trump a "

27 May 02:40 The Times of India 6060938664649605852.html
Huawei CFO Meng Loses Key Court Argument in Fight Against Extradition To United States

Huawei's Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou has lost a key aspect of the trial on her extradition to the United States, a Canadian court announced on Wednesday. From a report: Meng, a Chinese citizen, was arrested in December 2018 on a warrant issued by U.S. authorities, who accuse her of bank fra...

27 May 02:45 news.slashdot.org 626091441927146832.html
Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitter labeled two tweets by U.S. President Donald Trump "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network

27 May 02:00 The Japan Times 6673764368138564016.html
Trump hints at action against China over Hong Kong security law

US President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States was working on a strong response to China's planned national security legislation for Hong Kong, which would be announced before the end of the week.

27 May 02:24 Aljazeera 6642629763442463109.html
Japan and EU back independent probe into WHO coronavirus response

In first online summit, leaders call 'global solidarity' crucial to fighting pandemic, but voice support for investigation into world health body.

27 May 02:33 The Japan Times 6673764366924100940.html
China labels Abe's claim on origin of COVID-19 a 'politicization' of the deadly virus

Beijing says it opposes "stigmatization" of disease's beginning after Japanese leader calls it a "fact" that illness "spread from China to the world."

27 May 02:44 The Japan Times 6673764368165589064.html
Brazil daily virus deaths again top 1,000

The country now has confirmed a total of 24,512 deaths, according to health ministry figures.

27 May 02:11 The Hindu 6679535025877966859.html
Neighbours woken by 'explosion' as newly installed 5G mast 'destroyed by vandal'

The 5G mast had only been installed in Garston, Liverpool, at the start of the month, according to Merseyside Police. One neighbour said the mast's box was all but destroyed.

27 May 02:52 mirror 675785261779762371.html
Xi Jinping asks Chinese military to prepare for 'worst-case scenarios'

Jingping comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control

27 May 02:41 Livemint 6614605817555429064.html
'Falsely masculine': Biden hits Trump over face masks as president calls them 'politically correct'

"Ok, you want to be politically correct. Go ahead," Trump told a reporter who wouldn't take his face mask off.

27 May 02:32 Yahoo 7097669636995416373.html
Meng case puts judge Heather Holmes in the international spotlight

On Wednesday, Associate Chief Justice Holmes will release a ruling in the extradition case of Chinese telecom executive Meng Wanzhou that could shape Canada-China relations for years to come

27 May 02:38 The Globe and Mail 68426409760147663.html
When Will Schools, Colleges Reopen? Read Government's Plan Here

"No such decision taken by MHA. All Educational institutions are still prohibited to open, throughout the country (sic)," the spokesperson tweeted.

27 May 02:08 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386084563556312.html
Hong Kong Protests

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong before lawmakers later Wednesday debate a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city. Police massed outside the legislative building ahead of the meeting and warned protesters

27 May 02:55 Yahoo 7097669637806026797.html
Sweden touts the success of its controversial lockdown-free coronavirus strategy, but the country still has one of the highest mortality rates in the world

Some experts have said Sweden's risky strategy will eventually yield positive results, while others have highlighted serious pitfalls.

27 May 02:56 Yahoo 7097669637880610927.html
Four Minneapolis police officers fired after black man dies in Custody

Victim can be heard pleading ‘I can’t breathe’ on video shot by bystander

27 May 02:55 The Globe and Mail 68426410429301296.html
Grassley unsatisfied with justification for IG firings

Senator Chuck Grassley said the White House's explanation for ousting inspectors general is insufficient.

27 May 02:57 Yahoo 7097669638898074283.html
Jerry Nadler in 2004: ‘Paper ballots are extremely susceptible to fraud’

If President Trump is seeking a high-ranking Democrat to side with him against mail-in election ballots – in a bid to build bipartisan opposition to the idea in Congress -- he could try contacting U.S. Rep. Jerrold Nadler.

27 May 02:50 Fox News 7362823819638424075.html
Hannity calls out Biden for 'disturbing pattern of racial rhetoric' after ex-VP's 'you ain't black' remark

Sean Hannity opened his television show Tuesday by responding to the now-viral "trainwreck" Joe Biden interview with "The Breakfast Club" radio show in which the former vice president made his controversial "you ain't black" remark.

27 May 02:03 Fox News 7362823819656119372.html
Coronavirus in India LIVE: COVID-19 tally in Madhya Pradesh mounts to 7,024 cases

Maharashtra continues to be the epicenter of the coronavirus spread

27 May 02:24 DNA India 7533428662451293434.html
US says Russia sent jets to Libya 'mercenaries'

Russia urges peace talks as the US accuses it of meddling in the Libya conflict.

27 May 02:57 Yahoo 7097669637693093892.html
Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

27 May 02:01 Express & Star 7324224458956148145.html
Limerick man appears in US court on rhino horn charges

A 30-year-old Limerick man who was extradited to the United States to face allegations of trafficking endangered rhinoceros horns has appeared in court in Texas.

27 May 02:33 RTE.ie 7595237277417747488.html
NYENDE: Why Nick Mwendwa's FKF tenure is destined to end in

In the NTV interview, Mwendwa blamed his woes on politics.

27 May 02:35 Daily Nation 7421817125152990443.html
WHO to find results of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine's safety findings by mid-June

Last month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) already warned against the usage of the pill outside of a hospital setting, just seven days after it approved an emergency use authorisation for the drug.

27 May 02:28 DNA India 7533428662533800712.html
Out of legal options, Vijay Mallya may seek asylum in UK

The beleaguered businessman's team of lawyers had been working on the asylum route as a last resort.

27 May 02:04 The Economic Times 7653256038026548841.html
UConn murder suspect Peter Manfredonia’s father recently arrested for groping teen girl

The father of the University of Connecticut student wanted in two murders was arrested last month for allegedly groping an underage teen girl he supplied booze to, a report said. The alleged incident

27 May 02:39 New York Post 7654946768354291397.html
CMCO: Four-in-a-car rule dropped – vehicles now allowed to have passengers according to capacity

From today, drivers will be allowed to have the permissible number of passengers according to the capacity of their respective vehicles. This was revealed

27 May 02:27 Paul Tan's Automotive News 7862472106198671977.html
Ex-Collingwood club doctor banned for giving opioids to patient he had sex with

A sports doctor who worked for AFL clubs including Collingwood has been banned for five years after prescribing opioids to a patient he was in a sexual relationship with, who later overdosed.

27 May 02:25 The Age 7967730562085430643.html
Police surround Hong Kong legislature before anthem debate

HONG KONG — Police massed outside Hong Kong’s legislature complex Wednesday before lawmakers debate a bill that would criminalize abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

27 May 02:57 680News 8014034334753277399.html
Police rule out charging News Corp journalist Annika Smethurst

The political editor's home was raided last year as part of an investigation into leaked government documents.

27 May 02:39 The Age 7967730563210690054.html
2 more candidates in mayoral, council race file nomination papers

Keith Amemiya and Augie Tulba are both seeking political office.

27 May 02:17 Hawaii News Now 8225790207124532146.html
New video appears to show police forcing George Floyd out of his car moments before an officer knelt on his neck for 8 minutes

A new video published by local news station KMSP on Tuesday appears to show two police officers forcefully removing George Floyd from his car in the moments before one of the officers knelt on the man’s neck.

27 May 02:24 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883325773467.html
Three accidents slow traffic on Tuggeranong Parkway

Emergency services were called to the scenes just after 8am on Wednesday morning.

27 May 02:45 The Canberra Times 8662394328182292251.html
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation: media reports

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, media reported on Wednesday, a move that is likely to exacerbate concerns over freedoms in the financial hub.

27 May 02:47 Reuters 8334514180620100437.html
White House defends, but does not explain, watchdog firings

WASHINGTON — The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, but the administration offered no new details about why they were let go.

27 May 02:37 680News 8014034333955085074.html
Makati City cops arrest 2 Chinese ‘doctors’ from illegal COVID-19 clinic

Two self-proclaimed doctors from China were arrested in Makati City yesterday for allegedly running a clinic that exclusively treated the suspects' compatriots, including COVID-19 patients Major Gideon Ines Jr, chief of the Makati police's...

27 May 02:42 Coconuts 8871564983850890063.html
Nevada Athletic Commission to vote on return of UFC, boxing

The Nevada Athletic Commission will meet by phone Wednesday to determine whether combat sports events can resume in Nevada with enhanced health and safety protocols.

27 May 02:02 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648837399666541.html
China legislation on Hong Kong could lead to US sanctions, says Trump administration

U.S. government officials have said the legislation would end the Chinese-ruled city's autonomy and would be bad for both Hong Kong's and China's economies.

27 May 03:48 Business Today 1145527432080172528.html
Trump is right to take jabs at Jeff Sessions: Goodwin

President Trump is a man of many feuds, some of them so petty, they defy defense. But in one of the biggest, he’s standing on the high ground. Trump and Jeff Sessions, his first attorney general,

27 May 02:52 New York Post 7654946769417727224.html
Mesa PD: Impairment suspected in fatal crash near Greenfield Road and Loop 202

Police say one of the occupants was able to free himself, but other three had to be extricated by firefighters.

27 May 02:06 ABC15 Arizona 911680910616996825.html
Xi Jinping orders Chinese military to scale up battle preparedness

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up battle preparedness, keeping in mind the worst-case scenarios.

27 May 02:43 Free Press Journal 9080771788940856128.html
Close contacts of COVID-positive infirmary worker tested

Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has reported that 21 close contacts of a COVID-positive employee of the St Ann Infirmary have now been tested for the disease. According to Tufton, the close contacts have also been placed...

27 May 03:57 The Gleaner 1215260528747138578.html
‘Russia passed COVID-19 peak’, says Putin; Orders World War II victory parade next month

After peaking in mid-May at more than 11,000 new cases per day, the number of daily infections has dropped below 9,000.

27 May 03:46 The Statesman 1191309781177692206.html
PM Modi chairs meeting with NSA, Chief of Defence Staff amid escalating tension with China

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the country’s military to scale up training and battle preparedness to face ‘worst-case scenarios’.

27 May 02:28 Scroll.in 8669301693753799986.html
Donald Trump is supposed to lead by example but he is a fool: Joe Biden

Trump later retweeted a post that appeared to make fun of a photo of Biden in his mask, though he later said he didn't mean to be critical

27 May 03:32 Business-Standard 1502508925291205864.html
Ram Temple trust chief offers prayers at shrine after 28 years

Ram temple trust chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das has offered prayers at the Ram Lalla shrine here on what is said to be his first visit to the makeshift temple in nearly three decades.

27 May 03:08 Oneindia 2023829371482796480.html
Fewer cancellations on second day of domestic flights

The second day of resumption of domestic flights witnessed fewer cancellations as more passengers took to the skies on Tuesday. Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said airports across the

27 May 03:28 Deccan Herald 2027555797292579601.html
China’s military build-up a diversion tactic

China’s military build-up on the north bank of the Pangong Tso lake along its disputed boundary with India is just one of the many facets of its aggression, which it deliberately ratcheted up amid

27 May 03:36 Deccan Herald 2027555796010038724.html
Man arrested over deadly arson at Japanese animation studio

Japanese police formally arrest 42-year-old Shinji Aoba on suspicion of an arson attack on the Kyoto Animation studio last year that killed 36 people and injured dozens

27 May 03:51 Rappler 1882105642165372840.html
Dead man's family urge ice-using driver to do something with her life

Woman who killed elderly man in head-on crash after taking GHB and ice sobs as victim's family urges her to go back to school so the event doesn't define her.

27 May 03:02 Brisbane Times 2314609339377404580.html
Murder charge for man who allegedly kept the body of Nicole Cartwright for two days

Dennis James Pietrobon, 51, was charged with the murder of Ms Cartwright on Wednesday afternoon, almost two years after he allegedly dumped her body.

27 May 03:48 Brisbane Times 2314609338356712494.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

SAN FRANCISCO, May 26 (Reuters) - Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

27 May 03:07 Daily Maverick 2373996788277269744.html
Oklahoma High Court Rules State Must Accept Signatures on Sentencing Ballot Measure

The Oklahoma Supreme Court ordered the state Tuesday to accept over 260,000 in signatures collected for a criminal justice reform ballot question that seeks to end sentence enhancements for nonviolent crimes.

27 May 03:42 Courthouse News Service 1799505148835010218.html
India-China standoff: PM Modi meets NSA Doval, Chief of Defence Staff to discuss situation

It is learnt that the defence minister has already conveyed to top military brass that there was no need for reviewing the implementation of any of the key projects along the LAC in Ladakh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand or in Arunachal Pradesh

27 May 03:20 Business Today 1145527432501885746.html
Dutch leader did not visit dying mother for weeks to comply with coronavirus lockdown

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was unable to visit his mother in the weeks leading up to her death due to coronavirus restrictions, but he did stay with her on her final night.

27 May 03:20 Coronavirus 2422791598005051304.html
Elgaar Parishad case: Navlakha moved to Mumbai from Tihar jail, family says not informed

Navlakha’s lawyers said they should have been informed and given an opportunity to be heard before shifting him to Mumbai, especially since his interim bail plea will be heard on Wednesday by the Delhi High Court.

27 May 03:41 The Indian Express 2885715104375281060.html
Delhi: Over 250 shanties gutted in fire in Tughlaqabad, no casualties

DFS divisional officer S K Dua said that while the fire started as a small one, it escalated to the medium category because of the small LPG cylinders in the area which caught fire and exploded leading to the quick spread of the blaze.

27 May 03:04 The Indian Express 2885715104286997513.html
US House Republicans to sue Pelosi over remove proxy voting in pandemic

The lawsuit, to be filed in federal court in Washington, will seek to block the new system passed by the Democratic-majority House.

27 May 03:32 The Indian Express 2885715104748985580.html
Biden: Trump’s ‘an absolute fool’ for stoking face mask controversy

The US president retweeted an image that appeared to mock Biden wearing a mask in his first public appearance in months because of the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 03:09 POLITICO 2584151346798366471.html
Brazilian nurse with Covid reunited with her baby after giving birth on ventilator

Brazilian nurse Rusia Goes was finally released from the hospital after two weeks and first met her daughter in person on May 20 - some 26 days after giving birth.

27 May 03:57 The Indian Express 2885715104205996566.html
Resources under strain, Bengal calls for staggered return of migrants

The Trinamool Congress government has requested the Ministry of Railways not to send more than 15 trains a day.

27 May 03:20 The Indian Express 2885715104266882074.html
Explained: Why Dominic Cummings, UK PM’s chief adviser, is under fire

Cummings was accused of violating lockdown rules in the UK when it was revealed that he drove approximately 419 kms, from London to County Durham, after his wife developed Covid-19 symptoms.

27 May 03:05 The Indian Express 2885715104376056523.html
To reinstall trust of diaspora in government as effective rescuer, a Citizen Evacuation Policy is needed

When the central government finally decided to offer a helping hand, it opted to launch a paid repatriation mission rather than an evacuation mission (which is free of cost for the evacuee). Is this the time to extract a pound of flesh from disheartened, disappointed and fatigued Indians?

27 May 03:46 The Indian Express 2885715105079262613.html
Kerala takes first step back to school with exams: 20 students to a hall

Kerala had all the guidelines in place when it became the first state in the country to resume the school board exams that were stalled by more than two months due to the ongoing Covid lockdown.

27 May 03:18 The Indian Express 2885715105696383769.html
Brian Stelter Denies CNN Tries to Deplatform People

CNN media reporter Brian Stelter claimed Tuesday that his network does not attempt to "deplatform" people.

27 May 03:07 Breitbart 3148363492163148395.html
11 Democrats Who Lied, on Twitter, About 'Fine People' in Charlottesville

Twitter does not apply the same standard to inaccurate or speculative claims by Democrats, like the Charlottesville "very fine people" hoax.

27 May 03:43 Breitbart 3148363492490228255.html
DBKL to keep up inspection of KL Wholesale Market to ensure compliance with Covid-19 mitigation measures

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will continue to monitor the area around the walls of the Kuala Lumpur Wholesale Market to ensure that no foreigners use it to enter the market. In a statement issued today, DBKL said patrols and surveillance will be carried out to...

27 May 03:42 Malaymail 302165935965677187.html
Biden calls Trump a fool for mocking masks during pandemic

President Donald Trump has resisted wearing masks in front of cameras at series of public events, including on Memorial Day.

27 May 03:48 The Indian Express 2885715103828559479.html
We’ve no deal with Akeredolu’s deputy – Ondo PDP

Peter Dada, Akure The Ondo State Peoples Democratic Party has denied entering into a deal to hand the party’s governorship ticket to the state deputy governor, Mr. Agboola Ajayi. There has been n...

27 May 03:55 Punch Newspapers 3524240994239937349.html
LAUTECH hospital threatens mass burial for unclaimed corpses

Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo Management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, has given those that have corpses in its morgue to collect them within two weeks, or the co...

27 May 03:26 Punch Newspapers 3524240995098502996.html
Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as virus slows recovery

Victims of Australia's catastrophic bushfires are still living in tents, garages and makeshift shelters months after the blazes ended, with efforts to rebuild their lives hampered by the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 03:53 CTVNews 2422791597488846455.html
Pelosi blasts House Republicans over lawsuit to halt proxy voting: 'Sad stunt'

Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) late Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from House Republicans seeking to block the chamber from holding proxy voting, in which members vote for colleagues remotely on the

27 May 03:55 TheHill 355432918587634751.html
Samut Sakhon gets ready for thousands of returning migrant workers

The Nation/ANN - Samut Sakhon province is bracing for the 5,400 migrant workers set to return from Myanmar next month by demanding that employers arrange facilities for their 14-day quarantine. Provincial governor Veerasak Vijitsaengsri said the authorities and the private sector are confident they can control the spread of Covid-19 among migrant workers, who will return to work next month.

27 May 03:30 Eleven Media Group Co., Ltd 2672168648938063835.html
Santa Clara health officer suggests California is reopening too soon

Cody said she wants to reopen Santa Clara County — but only when safe to do so.

27 May 03:07 POLITICO 3493784591264035404.html
Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong’s future

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump yesterday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a “very interesting” US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion,...

27 May 03:05 Malaymail 302165935382879708.html
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation

The law has revived mass protests by demonstrators who say China aims to curb the freedoms enjoyed in Hong Kong, a global financial centre with broad autonomy.

27 May 03:11 The Indian Express 2885715103719878404.html
‘Chennai may witness over 2 lakh Covid-19 cases if spread is not controlled’

While suggesting staggered exit from the lockdown, health experts have reportedly urged Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami to intensify testing in Tamilnadu, especially Chennai where Covid-19 cases are on a steady rise. Continue Reading →

27 May 03:42 News Today 4115950002849488020.html
Sex racket busted in guesthouse

Six people, including two women, were arrested from a guesthouse in Greater Noida on Tuesday in a police raid that busted an alleged sex racket, officials said. Continue Reading →

27 May 03:49 News Today 4115950001602105948.html
Train, bus services to resume soon in Tamilnadu

The Tamilnadu government, which is planning more relaxations to the lockdown restrictions, is planning to resume the operation of public transport- train and bus services. Continue Reading →

27 May 03:36 News Today 4115950002029470824.html
Sweden touts the success of its controversial lockdown-free coronavirus strategy, but the country still has one of the highest mortality rates in the world

Swedish officials praised the success of the country's controversial lockdown-free coronavirus strategy on Tuesday, saying that the relaxed policies have helped slow the transmission of COVID-19.

27 May 03:00 Pulse Live 3606876836763011272.html
Brazil reports highest coronavirus death toll in world for fifth straight day

Brazil's daily death toll has passed 1,000 four times since the pandemic accelerated in the country a week ago. Brazil has now confirmed a total of 24,512 deaths, according to health ministry figures.

27 May 03:24 India Today 4286117813927851444.html
[BREAKING] FBI: US Naval Base Terror Shooting Only Has One Shooter, No One Else

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) now throws the assumption that there were two suspects behind the Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Shooting. The agency confirms that only one shooter was behind the incident.

27 May 03:59 Tech Times 4011848567135400245.html
COVID-19: Kano has four equipped isolation centres, three more near completion, says Commissioner

The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Aminu Tsanyawa on Tuesday says it has four well equipped and functional isolation centre

27 May 03:30 Vanguard News 4125100340014764633.html
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation – Reuters

Citing the stories from the Chinese media outlets, RTHK and the South China Morning Post (SCMP) on Wednesday, Reuters reports that Beijing has widened

27 May 03:29 FXStreet 4480975639314382914.html
ECB’s Schnabel: Not adjusting monetary policy in any way in response to German court ruling

In an interview with the Financial Times (FT), Isabel Schnabel, Member of the Executive Board at European Central Bank (ECB), said dismissed the impli

27 May 03:20 FXStreet 4480975639386134693.html
Mumbai accounts for over 62% cases in Maharashtra: How can worst-hit Indian city stop spread of coronavirus

With 1,002 new cases on Tuesday, the number of those infected by coronavirus reached 32,791 in Mumbai. As numbers continue to rise, what is the plan to prevent the further spread of coronavirus, which has ravaged India’s financial capital? BMC Commissioner answers.

27 May 03:57 India Today 4286117814018877829.html
Haven't been told about JKAP's role in Advisory Council by Centre: GH Mir

Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party senior leader Ghulam Hassan Mir Tuesday said they have not been officially informed about the Advisory council formation by

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909091918386018.html
90-year old dies of COVID19, toll 24

A COVID19 positive elderly man from Kulgam died at SKIMS here today, taking the toll of the viral illness in J&K to 24. Dr Farooq Jan, medical

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909091680915002.html
Kulgam sees rise in cases

There has been a sudden spike in Covid19 cases in this southern district in past 16 days since the stranded people started arriving from outside J&K.

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909091378300659.html
Doctors protest over alleged harassment of healthcare professionals by police

Doctors at Super Specialty Hospital (SSH) here on Tuesday held a token protest against alleged harassment of healthcare professionals by police. Holding

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909091739825496.html
DGP sanctions Rs 69 lakh welfare loan, relief for 69 police personnel

Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbag Singh Tuesday sanctioned welfare loan of more than Rs 69 lakh of 69 police personnel. The assistance has been

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909091950930980.html
No let up in disinformation campaign on J&K: Lone

National Conference MP from Baramulla, Muhammad Akbar Lone on Tuesday criticized the statement of Union Minister of state, Jitendra Singh on new domicile

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909092017632518.html
15 flights arrive at Srinagar Airport in 2 days

As the passenger air traffic resumed on Monday two months after it was snapped following outbreak of covid19 in the country, fifteen flights with 1453

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909091993619621.html
Round-up | Restrictions continue in Kashmir

Restrictions continue in Kashmir | In wake of COVID-19 lockdown, the restrictions on public movement and assembly continued in Kashmir even as no major law and order problem was reported

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909092529534549.html
Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising worst-case scenarios and asked them to

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909092603973888.html
Facilitate movement of doctors, paramedical staff: IGP directs police

Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar on Tuesday directed district police chief of Kashmir to facilitate the movement of doctors, medical

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909092172652235.html
Police won't charge News Corp journalist Annika Smethurst

A year after her home was raided after she published a story on a government proposal to expand spying powers on Australian citizens, the AFP says the Walkley Award-winning journalist will not be charged.

27 May 03:35 Australian Financial Review 3974284487517723428.html
500-bedded pediatric hospital at Bemina misses 3 deadlines in 6 years

After missing three consecutive deadlines in the past six years, the 500-bedded Pediatric hospital in Srinagar’s Bemina area is still awaiting its

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909092207485561.html
Display fee structure on websites: DSEJ directs private schools

The Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) has directed the private schools to display the fee structure on the school websites. The schools have

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909093134843946.html
CMO Bandipora loses cool after police 'stop' his vehicle

Chief Medical Officer Bandipora was on Tuesday allegedly stopped by police when he was on way to perform his duty. A video has gone viral on the internet

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909093139493692.html
Maharashtra government asks CID to re-investigate abetment of suicide case against Republic TV's Arnab Goswami

The Maharashtra government on Tuesday ordered reinvestigation by the CID into the suicide of a 53-year-old interior designer and his mother, allegedly over non-payment of dues by TV journalist Arnab Goswami and two others.

27 May 03:54 Firstpost 4760741713680028159.html
Panama to relax coronavirus measures in 2nd stage of re-opening

PANAMA CITY — The Panama government said on Tuesday that in June it will start to relax some measures imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, permitting sectors such as construction, nonmetallic mining and pharmaceuticals to resume operations.

27 May 03:03 National Post 4816958592299983856.html
Interest on loans: SC issues notice to Centre, RBI

The Supreme Court Tuesday asked the Centre and the RBI to respond to a plea challenging levy of interest on loans during the moratorium period, which has

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909093250260878.html
Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

MINNEAPOLIS — Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

27 May 03:52 National Post 4816958591284122540.html
High Court for strict observance of child visitation rights

The High Court has directed J&K State Legal Service Authority (SLSA) to report whether courts in J&K are “applying the arrangements” as urged by

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909091921431155.html
73 labourers from Poonch, Ramban stranded in Nepal

At least 73 labourers from Poonch and Ramban districts are stranded in Nepal for the last more than two months. These labourers accused the government of

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909092148252853.html
JK panel submits report on 'seniority dispute' of KAS officers

A high-level official panel has submitted its report to the Jammu and Kashmir administration for mitigating the seniority dispute of a large number of

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909092921058294.html
Nurse who led efforts to tackle Edinburgh's 'Trainspotting' HIV explosion dies

Heather Black dedicated her work to supporting those with drug addiction.

27 May 03:30 dailyrecord 552235479610342431.html
Armed cops storm Carstairs hospital after patient barricades himself in toilet with makeshift weapon

Staff at Carstairs called in help after the 24-year-old made an improvised weapon and threatened to stab the 'first person to come through the door'.

27 May 03:30 dailyrecord 552235479182125539.html
Gran brutally attacked by colleague at wake reveals 'nightmare' of facing him at work

Elizabeth Richardson tells how the horrific assault at the hands of Grant Rankin left her suffering from depression and anxiety.

27 May 03:30 dailyrecord 552235479428640315.html
Jackson Carlaw has failed his first test as Scottish Tory leader

Our Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says the MSP tried to dodge the Dominic Cummings scandal but got forced into a humiliating u-turn.

27 May 03:30 dailyrecord 552235480957120250.html
Videos capture a chaotic scene as people protesting the death of George Floyd clash with police who deployed tear gas, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The conflict escalated as some protesters threw rocks and officers wearing riot gear deployed tear gas and flash grenades to disperse the crowds.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 03:48 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408755951095573.html
PA blasts prayer restrictions in Cave of the Patriarchs - Middle East

PA accuses Israel of violating freedom of worship following restrictive measures decided upon in the Cave of the Patriarchs.

27 May 03:29 Israel National News 5374683669770333426.html
Give Ceasefire a Chance

At the end of April, the United Nations Assistance Mission (UNAMA) reported that

27 May 03:09 TOLO news 5578851437845280445.html
Trump says will announce reaction on Hong Kong tensions within days

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 26) he will give a "very interesting" response within days to China's threat to ...

27 May 03:29 CNA 5644198862416768623.html
Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

WASHINGTON, DC: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 26) warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a ...

27 May 03:29 CNA 5644198863655738655.html
Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 26) warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if ...

27 May 03:29 CNA 5644198863471083917.html
Trump says he will announce 'very interesting' reaction on Hong Kong tensions

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 26) he will give a "very interesting" response within days to China's threat to tighten ...

27 May 03:29 CNA 5644198864079898022.html
Azad condoles demise of Sirwal

Senior Congress leader, Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday expressed grief over the demise of Bashir Ahmed Sirwal from Malanoo Kahara area of Doda district. Azad

27 May 03:30 Greater Kashmir 4662909092621542937.html
Tory protests over Dominic Cummings scandal are too little too late

Record View says the Scottish Tories are a branch office more concerned about party than country.

27 May 03:30 dailyrecord 552235479075337587.html
Loyal Dog Spends Over 3 Months Waiting At Hospital For Owner Who Passed Away From COVID-19

"[Xiaobao] didn't know and just stayed in the hospital looking for him."

27 May 03:32 SAYS 6412808304389663344.html
Allow us to train or let us go home: Athletes at NIS Patiala

More sports News: The Sports Authority of India's SOP lists permitted activities in 11 sports — athletics, hockey, weightlifting, archery, badminton, boxing, cycling, f

27 May 03:00 The Times of India 6060938664599637118.html
Trump is ‘displeased’ with China’s new security law for Hong Kong

US President Donald Trump is “displeased” with China’s new national security law for Hong Kong, the White House has said, amid rising tensions between Washington and Beijing in the wake of the coronav

27 May 03:52 BusinessLine 5283601323355535.html
How to drive away locust swarms and prevent your farms? MP DM has an answer

Locusts entered Rajasthan from Pakistan earlier this month, and then drifted into other parts of western India.Desert locusts are a regular feature in the country but on a very small scale

27 May 03:58 Livemint 6614605818038694134.html
Bengaluru police inaugurates dog park for its canine squad

The dog park was inaugurated by Bhaskar Rao, Commissioner of Police, Bengaluru (city).A special demonstration of anti-terrorist dog warfare, vehicle hijacking, drug and bomb tracing by the canines were done

27 May 03:06 Livemint 6614605819466739639.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump as US president cries vote meddling

Twitter has, for the first time, prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact -checkers.

27 May 03:03 Aljazeera 6642629762675070709.html
Coronavirus | Hong Kong high school students go back to class

Hundreds of secondary schools opened their doors on Wednesday for senior students, the first classes in the state sector since late January.

27 May 03:36 The Hindu 6679535025022984372.html
Uber Eats deliverers in Japan involved in accidents as demand surges

Uber Japan Co., which runs the Uber Eats service in Japan, said it will further raise awareness about traffic safety among its delivery workers.

27 May 03:08 The Japan Times 6673764367891202234.html
Rescue pup left fighting for his life after being 'rag-dolled' in savage dog attack

Schnauzer-poodle cross Bruno has undergone multiple surgeries with the ligaments in one of his legs completely destroyed and faces a long road to recovery after the attack in Corstorphine Hill, Edinburgh

27 May 03:42 mirror 675785260251822197.html
Donald Trump furious as Twitter fact-checks his tweets for the first time

Twitter said Trumps claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact-checkers, with the US president then accusing the social network of "stifling" his free speech

27 May 03:24 mirror 675785260466390049.html
Detroit ex-mayor Kilpatrick won't be leaving prison early

Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who has served seven years of a 28-year sentence for corruption, has been turned down for home confinement during the coronavirus pandemic and won't be leaving prison early, the government said Tuesday. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons said it “reviewed and denied

27 May 03:45 Yahoo 7097669637872182817.html
2021 T20 World Cup to Stay in India, Australia May Host in 2022: Report

The decision was reportedly taken during an ICC chief executive meeting on Tuesday and Australia will now host the marquee event in 2022.

27 May 03:40 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386082782789106.html
Nobel Prize winner: Coronavirus lockdowns cost lives instead of saving them

Coronavirus lockdowns may have cost more lives than they saved, according to a Nobel laureate who accurately predicted when China would peak in the crisis.

27 May 03:55 Fox News 7362823820776902754.html
Tennessee couple charged after child's skeletal remains found buried in back yard: report

A Tennessee couple was arrested on Monday and charged in the abuse of four children after the skeletal remains of a young girl were found buried in their back yard, according to multiple reports.

27 May 03:02 Fox News 7362823820597338561.html
Coronavirus: Manipur tally goes up to 41 after two more test positive

Of these, 37 are active cases and four persons have fully recovered

27 May 03:13 The Hindu 6679535026187996113.html
Judge who suggested woman 'close her legs' to prevent sexual assault removed from bench

A judge who suggested that a woman seeking a restraining order could "close your legs" to prevent a sexual assault was removed from the bench Tuesday by the New Jersey Supreme Court and permanently barred from presiding over a courtroom.

27 May 03:31 ABC7 New York 7327811147687656999.html
150,000 seafarers sign virtual global petition on crew stagnation

There is an ongoing global petition aiming to draw the attention of the general public to the problems of over 150,000 seafarers that cannot leave

27 May 03:49 The Guardian 7580308505581116055.html
Ice-using driver who killed elderly man in crash sobs in court

Woman who killed elderly man in head-on crash after taking GHB sobs as scenes from accident aired in court.

27 May 03:02 The Age 7967730562358332068.html
Ex-Collingwood doctor banned after giving drugs to patient lover who later died from overdose

A former chief doctor at Collingwood has been banned for five years after prescribing opioids to a patient he was in a sexual relationship with, who later overdosed.

27 May 03:56 Fox Sports 7784787272641832358.html
Detroit ex-mayor Kilpatrick won't be leaving prison early

DETROIT — Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who has served seven years of a 28-year sentence for corruption, has been turned down for home confinement during the coronavirus pandemic and won’t be leaving prison early, the government said Tuesday.

27 May 03:49 680News 8014034334097874214.html
Anambra records two COVID-19 deaths, 10 cases, Obiano assures of readiness

Anambra State has recorded two deaths at Ufuma and Onitsha and 10 confirmed cases arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, amid denial by the state government

27 May 03:48 The Guardian 7580308504447227918.html
Reps accuse NDDC of illegal spending, insist on probe

The House of Representatives yesterday described the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as a “corrupt” agency that had been engaging

27 May 03:45 The Guardian 7580308505746576693.html
Illicit drug trade thrives in Bangladesh amid coronavirus pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has stopped the world in its tracks, but drug traders in Bangladesh enjoy a booming business.

27 May 03:23 Bdnews24 8119004129361212872.html
Videos captured a chaotic scene as people protesting the death of George Floyd clashed with police who deployed tear gas

Police officers on Tuesday evening clashed with hundreds of demonstrators who were protesting the death of a black man who died after a Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck.

27 May 03:48 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882535526165.html
Murder charge for man who allegedly kept the body of Nicole Cartwright for two days

Dennis James Pietrobon, 51, was charged with the murder of Ms Cartwright on Wednesday afternoon, almost two years after he allegedly dumped her injured body.

27 May 03:48 The Age 7967730561337639982.html
Doctors test positive for coronavirus in Cuttack, Odisha – Firstpostofindia

For the first time in Odisha, a doctor has tested positive for coronavirus infection here, a senior official said here on Tuesday. 

27 May 03:07 First Post Of India 844080066656141220.html
Panama to relax coronavirus measures in second stage of re-opening

PANAMA CITY  – The Panama government said on Tuesday that in June it will start to relax some measures imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, permitting sectors such as construction, nonmetallic mining and pharmaceuticals to resume operations.

27 May 03:41 First Post Of India 844080067722495803.html
Panama to relax coronavirus measures in second stage of re-opening

PANAMA CITY (Reuters) - The Panama government said on Tuesday that in June it will start to relax some measures imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, permitting sectors such as construction, nonmetallic mining and pharmaceuticals to resume operations.

27 May 03:05 Reuters 8334514181770185437.html
John Ratcliffe sworn in as US spy chief – Firstpostofindia

Washington – US Congressman John Ratcliffe from Texas has been sworn in as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), the country’s spy chief.

27 May 03:17 First Post Of India 844080067146111069.html
Hong Kong’s China National Anthem Bill aims to create ‘respect’

HONG KONG (Reuters) – Hong Kong’s legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China’s national anthem.

27 May 03:25 First Post Of India 844080067411911557.html
Top executives of Exim Bank 'threatened', National Bank director, brother charged

A National Bank director and his brother have been accused of threatening two top executives of Exim Bank with death.

27 May 03:01 Bdnews24 8119004129853400619.html
Police chief kills toddler and grandmother in crash, allegedly while drunk driving

A chief of a police sub-precinct in Rembang, Central Java is under investigation for a car crash that killed a toddler and her grandmother, with witnesses of the incident saying that the cop seemed to be driving under the influence of alcohol at the...

27 May 03:35 Coconuts 8871564982711720902.html
One lakh people completed quarantine period in Odisha; Death toll at 7

As many as 1 lakh people, mostly migrant workers returning from other states, have completed their quarantine period in Odisha, which continues

27 May 03:01 First Post Of India 844080067702752688.html
IndiGo grounds crew for 14 days after passenger on Chennai-Coimbatore flight tests Covid-19 positive

This is the first case of a passenger testing positive after domestic flight services resumed on Monday.

27 May 03:20 Scroll.in 8669301694093051548.html
Hong Kong's China national anthem bill aims to legislate 'respect'

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong’s legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China’s national anthem.

27 May 03:00 Reuters 8334514179759784332.html
Police Use Tear Gas Against Protesters in Minnesota After Arrest Leaves Local Man Dead - Videos

The outrage was sparked by footage of a Minneapolis citizen handcuffed with a police officer pinning him to the ground with his knee on his neck. The man had repeatedly...

27 May 03:37 Sputniknews 967333868080821882.html
Devendra Fadnavis is impatient and desperate but state govt is stable: Sharad Pawar

Nationalist Congress Party strongman Sharad Pawar on Tuesday slammed former chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, saying that he is impatient and desperate but the state government is quite strong, safe and stable.

27 May 03:15 Free Press Journal 9080771788163157940.html
Hong Kong legislature surrounded by riot police ahead of expected protests

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hundreds of riot police took up posts around Hong Kong’s legislature overnight, as protests were expected on Wednesday over a bill criminalising disrespect of China’s national anthem and against plans by Beijing to impose national security laws.

27 May 03:36 Reuters 8334514180027697616.html
Four Minneapolis officers opened fire after unarmed black man dies

Minneapolis: Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.

27 May 03:30 First Post Of India 844080066126965890.html
Mumbai Crime: 22-year-old youth becomes victim of 'sextortion'

On May 19, a 22-year-old youth residing in south Mumbai was mortified when his mother came to him after she received a sexually explicit video of her son on one of her social media accounts.

27 May 03:39 Free Press Journal 9080771788863234985.html
This novel set in Pakistan examines what blasphemy laws can do to a country and its people

An excerpt from ‘Blasphemy: The Trial of Danesh Masih’, by Osman Haneef.

27 May 03:00 Scroll.in 8669301692767332804.html
Maharashtra records staggering 97 COVID-19 deaths, highest number of single-day deaths until now

Covid-19 deaths in the state came perilously close to 100 on Tuesday, with Maharashtra recording 97 fatalities, the highest number of single-day deaths until now.

27 May 03:06 Free Press Journal 9080771787720092334.html
US Treasury pressure leads to new probe of African Development Bank chief

Adesina has been accused of handing contracts to acquaintances and appointing relatives to strategic positions.

27 May 04:55 Moneyweb 1092550947468403252.html
Twitter fact checks Trump's tweet, Trump says it is stifling free speech

Micro-blogging site Twitter has labeled some of US President Donald Trump's tweets as "potentially misleading" and Trump is certainly not happy with Twitter's new discovery.

27 May 04:06 Business Today 1145527430656228973.html
US Vice President Mike Pence’s press secretary returns to work after recovering from COVID-19

After Miller tested positive for the coronavirus on May 8, the White House implemented a new policy that required West Wing staff to wear face masks.

27 May 04:54 The Statesman 1191309782471812396.html
In Uttar Pradesh, 52 bats drop dead in 60 minutes on Tuesday

When Pankaj Shahi, owner of a mango orchard in Belghat area, saw a few bats lying dead in a nearby orchard on Tuesday, he informed the forest officials. By the time the forest team arrived, more bats dropped dead from the trees and the tally had gone up to 52.

27 May 04:32 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191467630081.html
India records 6,387 more COVID-19 cases; tally reaches 1,51,767

Among all states, Maharashtra has the highest number of COVID-19 cases with 54,758.

27 May 04:46 Mumbai Mirror 1209961193536927973.html
Kano speaks as viral video shows isolation alleged to be with patients empty + video

There had been reports that the isolation centre had become operational, with patients admitted, according to the author of the video

27 May 04:28 The Eagle Online 1463511649204700096.html
Navy hands over 42 suspected cultists to Cross River

Briefing newsmen on Tuesday in Calabar, the Commander of NNVS, Rear Admiral Vincent Okeke, said the suspects were arrested on Sunday through a tip off by concerned individuals.

27 May 04:42 The Eagle Online 1463511648336200782.html
Rahul Gandhi speaks to public healthcare experts on Covid-19 crisis

Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said the conversation will be aired through the Congress social media channels

27 May 04:53 Business-Standard 1502508926677217497.html
LIVE: House hearing on the spike in electricity bills

Watch the hearing live on Rappler

27 May 04:23 Rappler 1882105642127132928.html
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with alliance partners amid speculations of rift

Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi's statement is seen as a setback for the MVA government in Maharashtra where hectic politics is going on.

27 May 04:44 The Statesman 1191309781470309368.html
Irish Man Charged With Wildlife Trafficking Extradited to Texas

Federal prosecutors announced Tuesday that an Irish man accused of trafficking endangered black rhinoceros horns from Texas to New York City was extradited to the Lone Star State.

27 May 04:18 Courthouse News Service 1799505149789257323.html
Pastor seeking ‘power’ to grow congregation killed by native doctor for ritual

According to available information, the pastor said he needed the power to draw worshippers to his church.

27 May 04:45 The Eagle Online 1463511648225844630.html
Palestinians need reason to win against occupation

There are multiple challenges of annexation and racism in Palestine

27 May 04:49 Gulf News 2086521543640289070.html
Karnataka mandates week-long institutional quarantine for passengers from 7 states

A week-long institutional quarantine will have to be undergone by passengers arriving by domestic flights in Karnataka from seven particular states, including Maharashtra, Delhi and Tamil Nadu, where COVID-19 cases are high, the state government has said.

27 May 04:38 Oneindia 2023829372530437928.html
'Some things were out of bounds': Fire chiefs 'gagged' on climate change warnings to government, inquiry told

Former fire chief Greg Mullins says climate change is causing "unprecedented" bushfires.

27 May 04:46 Brisbane Times 2314609339406092647.html
Heat stress and death: Stakes high for 56,000 stranded sheep with cut-off date looming

The sheep are being cared for in a feedlot with ample food, water and monitoring, but their welfare is in doubt if they don't leave during the approved season.

27 May 04:51 Brisbane Times 2314609339673950926.html
Donald Trump to announce strong Hong Kong response this week

China's parliament is expected to approve a proposed security law that would reduce Hong Kong's separate legal status on Thursday.

27 May 04:40 The Indian Express 2885715104160299156.html
Hong Kong braces for downtown protests on China-backed laws

Protests are planned for Wednesday near the Legislative Council building in central Hong Kong, where lawmakers plan to hold a hearing on a bill that would criminalize disrespect toward China’s national anthem.

27 May 04:40 The Indian Express 2885715104442834761.html
Reps accuse NDDC IMC of spending billions despite COVID-19

The House of Representatives said on Tuesday it will not succumb to blackmail in its quest to unravel the corruption allegations rocking the ...

27 May 04:10 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900234836352.html
Technical glitch shuts down MACC Twitter account

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today denied that it had shut down its official Twitter account, explaining that the missing account is due to a “technical issue”. In a brief statement today, MACC said it had already notified Twitter of this issue...

27 May 04:19 Malaymail 302165934751078524.html
Governors meet Wednesday over financial autonomy for states’ judiciary, legislature

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) will meet on Wednesday to discuss the issue of financial autonomy for the states’ judiciary and legislature ...

27 May 04:00 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900381027099.html
Twitter Has Not Fact-checked Adam Schiff's False Claims of 'Russian Collusion'

Twitter's new policy evidently does not extend to Democrats like Adam Schiff, who claimed Russian "collusion" even after the Mueller report.

27 May 04:04 Breitbart 3148363491714024568.html
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

WELLINGTON, May 27 — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said today a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June. The neighbours have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both...

27 May 04:11 Malaymail 302165934650619436.html
Police brutalise, detain Lagos officials during enforcement

Samson Folarin Some riot policemen serving as security operatives on the site of an ongoing building construction on Olumide Madariola Street, Sea Side Estate, Badore Ajah, Lagos, have allegedly a...

27 May 04:17 Punch Newspapers 3524240993934759130.html
How 32-year-old traveled from Turkana to Eastleigh and back despite lockdown, roadblocks

The refugee has since tested positive for Coronavirus

27 May 04:59 Pulse Live 3606876835878429868.html
Coronavirus in Ballarat: Parents confused over playgrounds reopening

People were spotted using the new outdoor gym equipment on Wednesday morning

27 May 04:30 The Courier 3604583734921594662.html
Man rejected by Lagos hospital over COVID-19 fear dies

Oluwatosin Omojuyigbe A man, identified simply as Joel, has lost his life after he was allegedly refused treatment by the Isolo General Hospital in Lagos State over fear of being a COVID-19 patien...

27 May 04:34 Punch Newspapers 3524240994244257628.html
Hong Kong high school students go back to class

Hundreds of secondary schools open their doors for senior students, the first classes in the state sector since late January

27 May 04:59 Rappler 1882105643057661137.html
Trump thinks in-person G7 summit would be great example of reopening after Covid

Donald Trump, who is head of the G7 this year, has said an in-person summit would be a symbol of the United States and other countries seeking to return to normal.

27 May 04:02 The Indian Express 2885715105003229119.html
'Fight for every job': University union on war footing

A day after Scott Morrison urged all sides to 'lay down their weapons', the university staff union have threatened widespread industrial action.

27 May 04:01 Australian Financial Review 3974284486427564464.html
400 Hawaii National Guard troops coming off coronavirus duty | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The number of Hawaii National Guard troops on federal active duty for the coronavirus pandemic will drop early next week from 1,200 to 800 as part of a Pentagon “right-sizing” and “hard stop” planned June 24 for the deployment of almost 46,000 citizen soldiers nationwide, officials said.

27 May 04:48 Star-Advertiser 3439335389447085385.html
India records 6,387 more COVID-19 cases; tally reaches 1,51,767

New Delhi: With 6,387 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's count of COVID-19 rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 170 people have also...

27 May 04:27 www.thehawk.in 4118436624033952044.html
Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military

Xi's comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

27 May 04:08 The Indian Express 2885715103738499125.html
Coronavirus outbreak at S.Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

SEOUL, May 27 — South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days today, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility. The Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported 40...

27 May 04:20 Malaymail 302165935280130017.html
Twitter labels Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for first time

Twitter labelled two of United States President, Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday.

27 May 04:08 Vanguard News 4125100339856416673.html
Passenger on Delhi-Ludhiana Air India flight tests positive for coronavirus, 40 others quarantined

A passenger on a Delhi-Ludhiana Air India flight on Tuesday tested positive for coronavirus. Air India has said 36 passengers and 4 crew members have been quarantined in Punjab.

27 May 04:10 India Today 4286117813036968448.html
US to take action against China over Hong Kong this week, says Trump

US President Donald Trump said that his administration is preparing action against China this week over its efforts to impose national security laws on Hong Kong.

27 May 04:18 India Today 4286117813994770273.html
1.51 lakh coronavirus cases in India: 6,387 new cases, 170 deaths in 24 hours

With over 6,300 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's case tally rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday. The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said 170 people died in the last 24 hours.

27 May 04:31 India Today 4286117814333080982.html
Gas leak: SC allows LG Polymers to send 30 staffs to maintain safety at its sealed Vizag plant

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed LG Polymers India Ltd to send its 30 employees to maintain 'round the clock safety measures' at its sealed plant in Visakhapatnam where the gas leak...

27 May 04:28 www.thehawk.in 4118436625782657518.html
US accuses Russia of sending jets to Libya to back mercenaries

Russia recently sent fighter jets to Libya to support Russian mercenaries fighting for strongman Khalifa Haftar in the long-running conflict.

27 May 04:18 Vanguard News 4125100340835412031.html
Herdsmen/bandits attacks: We’ll take our destiny in our hands — Delta govt

As herdsmen attacks persist in Delta State, the state government has changed its policy of waiting for the Federal Government

27 May 04:03 Vanguard News 4125100340087193223.html
Democrats demand their own slice of anti-media action

Conservatives have been complaining for years they don't get a fair shake out of the news media. Now, Democrats are griping too.

27 May 04:01 Washington Examiner 4625792332346028058.html
More than a quarter of Democrats plan remote voting this week

Dozens of House Democrats have signaled they will vote remotely this week under a historic change that will, for the first time, allow proxy voting to pass legislation.

27 May 04:01 Washington Examiner 4625792333037197397.html
Officials come to the rescue of migrants stranded in Hosur

When TNIE reported the issue to Hosur RDO T Kumaresan and tahsildar G Venkatesan, they asked the Hosur VAO to take them to a shelter and provide them with food.

27 May 04:09 The New Indian Express 4718288654466264350.html
‘Call taxis ready to install fiber glass partition and ply’

The association said about 25,000 drivers have been struggling to make ends meet owing to the lockdown.

27 May 04:48 The New Indian Express 4718288654525948761.html
Snakebite murder: Postmortem report handed over to investigation team

The detailed postmortem report of Uthra was handed over by the officials of Medical College Hospotal, Thiruvananthapuram, to the Crime Branch team investigating her death on Tuesday.

27 May 04:37 The New Indian Express 4718288654078796748.html
Winnipeg youth sentenced for violent attack, judge wonders if people feel safe

WINNIPEG — A Winnipeg boy has been handed the maximum youth sentence for a violent attack and robbery of women at a Winnipeg mall.

27 May 04:01 National Post 4816958590968871575.html
Coronavirus outbreak at S.Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

SEOUL — South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.

27 May 04:17 National Post 4816958590890095272.html
Democrats' big-city dominance leaves GOP with few alternatives to move Trump convention

President Trump’s threat to move the Republican convention could run headlong into the same political and logistical stumbling blocks motivating the GOP to consider yanking the event from Charlotte, North Carolina — Democratic elected officials.

27 May 04:00 Washington Examiner 4625792333261960271.html
All educational institutions still prohibited to open: MHA

Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Tuesday night denied the reports which claimed that MHA has permission to all the states to open the schools. “No such decision has been taken by the MHA. All educati

27 May 04:40 BusinessLine 5283601797016199.html
Hezbollah chief rejects US pressure to beef up role of UN peacekeepers

The head of the Lebanese Shiite movement Hezbollah Tuesday rejected a US request to empower a UN peacekeeping force patrolling the border with Israel.

27 May 04:03 France 24 5635134570147964792.html
Car buyers falling victim to vehicle sales scams

Consumers who want to buy cars should make sure that they deal with a legitimate car dealership to avoid being victims of scams.

27 May 04:23 SowetanLIVE 5541808689798602738.html
Floods hit nearly 2 lakh in seven Assam districts

Nearly two lakh people in Assam have been hit and about 9000 forced to take shelter in relief camps as the situation due to the first wave of floods w

27 May 04:02 The Times of India 6060938664412262832.html
52 bats drop dead in 60 minutes in this town of Uttar Pradesh

Within hours, people in Gorakhpur and adjoining areas were in a state of panic.People have their own reasons for the panic - some logical, some illogical

27 May 04:48 Livemint 6614605818481503661.html
Donald Trump hits back at Twitter for flagging his tweets

It was the first time Twitter fact-checked Trump's tweets.Trump reacted: 'Twitter is now interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election

27 May 04:56 Livemint 6614605818655324751.html
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a man suspected of burning down a Kyoto anime studio last year  after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

27 May 04:48 Aljazeera 6642629762905749699.html
Nasrallah mocks Gantz: He has experience with disappointment in Lebanon - Middle East

Hezbollah leader says Israel is "a racist state" that will "disappear".

27 May 04:10 Israel National News 5374683670662273162.html
Trump says he wants full Afghanistan pullout but sets no timeline

President Donald Trump on Tuesday renewed his desire for a full military withdrawal from Afghanistan but added that he had not set a target date, amid speculation he might make ending the United States's longest war part of his re-election campaign.

27 May 04:53 Aljazeera 6642629763922563288.html
Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise "abuse" of China's national anthem.

27 May 04:23 Aljazeera 6642629763924897965.html
Excerpts: When Afghanistan was still considered the 'just war'

My arrival coincided with a season of returns. Before I came to Kabul, I had met Afghan refugees who had fled during the Taliban rule to Delhi. They had been part of an exodus that commenced in the 1970s, at the onset of the country's spiral of conflict.

27 May 04:25 Aljazeera 6642629763316469448.html
Tiger that mauled tribal man to death trapped near Mysuru

It is the third one caught in the Bandipur-Nagarahole belt in the last 10 days

27 May 04:38 The Hindu 6679535024644853004.html
AAP MLA seeks bail in doctor’s suicide case

AAP legislator Prakash Jarwal, arrested in connection with the alleged suicide of a doctor in south Delhi last month, moved a Delhi court Tuesday seeking bail in the case.The application, which is lik

27 May 04:41 The Hindu 6679535025451975142.html
Constables thrash 65-year-old woman, daughters

Police claim women were raising a jhuggi on govt. land; victims allege policemen demanded money

27 May 04:00 The Hindu 6679535024614345099.html
412 new cases, 12 deaths in New Delhi

One more mess worker at AIIMS tests positive for COVID-19

27 May 04:39 The Hindu 6679535024822441275.html
12 policemen among 33 new cases reported in Gurugram

Thirty-three fresh COVID-19 cases were reported in Gurugram on Tuesday, taking the total to 317. This is the highest single-day jump in cases in the city so far. Among the newly infected are 12 police

27 May 04:40 The Hindu 6679535024689382280.html
'Some things were out of bounds': Fire chiefs 'gagged' on climate change warnings to government, inquiry told

Former fire chief Greg Mullins says climate change is causing "unprecedented" bushfires.

27 May 04:46 WAtoday 6806590899852282215.html
Cab, bus operators transporting migrants illegally

Multiple FIRs have been registered, says Gurugram Deputy Commissioner

27 May 04:43 The Hindu 6679535024491851698.html
Panic After 200 Bats Found Dead in Bihar Village, Swab Samples Sent to Patna For Testing

The villagers were apprehensive as bats have been linked to the raging coronavirus pandemic, however, the exact reason for their death can only be ascertained after getting medical reports

27 May 04:40 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386084585723206.html
Traffic jam eases after police eject protesting truckers

The drivers were protesting against harassment by Ugandans

27 May 04:00 Daily Nation 7421817125372675793.html
Health workers not ready to deal with virus

As the coronavirus spreads, the spotlight now shifts to preparedness in hospitals across the country.

27 May 04:00 Daily Nation 7421817125734183621.html
Coronavirus Outbreak: 1.51 lakh COVID-19 cases in India, over 4,300 deaths; recovery rate 42.45%

As many as 6,387 new COVID-19 cases and 170 deaths were reported in the country in the last 24 hours

27 May 04:22 DNA India 7533428660778787104.html
When will schools, colleges reopen? Here's clarification from Centre

New guidelines issued by the central government pertaining to Lockdown 4.0 remain enforced.

27 May 04:43 DNA India 7533428662593527418.html
Africa's Covid-19 cases top 115,000

The pandemic has spread across all 54 African countries.

27 May 04:47 Daily Nation 7421817125060170411.html
Protesters clash with Minneapolis police after George Floyd’s death

Chaos broke out on Tuesday night in Minneapolis as protesters took to the streets to demand action after the death of George Floyd in police custody a day earlier.

27 May 04:00 Fox News 7362823820030993498.html
NC coronavirus cases surge as Trump demands full-capacity GOP convention

North Carolina is grappling with a steady surge in new coronavirus cases as President Trump demands the state to accommodate a full-capacity Republican convention. The number of infected residents

27 May 04:22 New York Post 7654946767859519713.html
Twitter is 'interfering' in US election, 'stifling' free speech, alleges Trump

On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to Trump's tweet that called mail-in ballots "fraudulent" and predicted that "mail boxes will be robbed".

27 May 04:16 The Economic Times 7653256037380270803.html
How is Mumbai, COVID-19 hotbed, handling the crisis?

Notably, Mumbai, the financial capital of the country, has become the hotbed of the coronavirus spread in the state where the number of cases is nearing the 33,000-mark while the death toll has crossed the 1,000-mark as well.

27 May 04:36 DNA India 7533428661568713151.html
'Some things were out of bounds': Fire chiefs 'gagged' on climate change warnings to government, inquiry told

Former fire chief Greg Mullins says climate change is causing "unprecedented" bushfires.

27 May 04:46 The Age 7967730562387020135.html
Ryanair calls on State to end ‘ineffective’ quarantine for overseas travellers

O’Leary says Republic should follow other EU countries and lift restriction from July 1st

27 May 04:00 The Irish Times 8204772967597748613.html
Man arrested over deadly 2019 arson at Japan's Kyoto Animation

TOKYO (Reuters) - A Japanese man suspected of killing 36 people and injuring dozens in an arson attack at an animation studio last July was arrested on Wednesday after spending 10 months in hospital for treatment.

27 May 04:16 Reuters 8334514179779521920.html
Huawei CFO to find out if her fraud case will proceed

Canada arrested Meng Wanzhou, the daughter of Huawei's founder, at Vancouver's airport in late 2018. The U.S. wants her extradited to face fraud charges. Her arrest infuriated Beijing, which sees her case as a political move designed to prevent China's rise.

27 May 04:13 The Economic Times 7653256038193916964.html
Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump’s tweets for the first time

Donald Trump accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election and claimed it was ‘completely stifling free speech’.

27 May 04:26 Scroll.in 8669301692999148017.html
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness

Two hikers rescued in the New Zealand wilderness Wednesday got lost in fog and exhausted their food but survived 18 days with only minor injuries, police said. Jessica O’Connor and Dion Reynolds, both 23, had hiked into the sprawling Kahurangi National Park on May 9, intending to be gone for about five

27 May 04:01 Yahoo 7097669638448340406.html
‘Is this a joke?’: On Shramik trains, passengers complain of long delays – with little food or water

Many say that trains stop in open fields or at stations where all food stalls are shut.

27 May 04:51 Scroll.in 8669301693201043822.html
Tuju Sounds Warning After Murkomen Rejects Senate Post [VIDEO]

Jubilee's effort to console disgruntled members backfired as Senators Murkomen and Cherargei declined to...

27 May 04:58 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838154290351951.html
VICTOR JOECKS: Churches, DOJ push back on Sisolak’s discriminatory ban on worship services

Gov. Steve Sisolak’s lockdown orders have been unconstitutionally discriminatory against places of worship.

27 May 04:15 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648836834800869.html
PM Modi to Rahul Gandhi, leaders pay tribute Jawaharlal Nehru on his 56th death anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and others paid tributes to Jawaharlal Nehru on his 56th death anniversary on Wednesday.

27 May 04:15 Free Press Journal 9080771788635309495.html
Trump Calls On House Republicans to Vote Against FISA Renewal Bill

On 14 May, the US Senate passed a bill by a single vote that gives government agencies such as the FBI and CIA the right to access citizens' browsing histories without...

27 May 04:01 Sputniknews 967333868090973428.html
LNA Surprised by Claims of 'Russian Aircraft' in Libya - Spokesman

CAIRO (Sputnik) - The Libyan National Army (LNA) believes the US military's statements about the alleged arrival of Russian military aircraft in Libya are strange, LNA...

27 May 04:03 Sputniknews 967333867590177672.html
Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitte­r target­ed two tweets Presid­ent Trump posted in which he made claims withou­t eviden­ce

27 May 05:44 The Express Tribune 1105816786362352266.html
Worst locusts attack in decades; crops damaged in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, UP, Rajasthan

Locusts attack in India: Farmers have been advised to play loud music to drive the insects away and save crops. Locusts don't attack animals or humans but can devastate crops and other areas of greenery

27 May 05:52 Business Today 1145527431577046166.html
Suspect arrested over deadly arson attack at Japanese animation studio: Report

He is also accused of attempted murder over the injuries of 34 people, and possessing knives on the street without legitimate reasons, in violation of Japan's strict laws on weapons.

27 May 05:28 The Statesman 1191309781005595272.html
Hell for Heaven! - Elderly woman rues deaths of two sons months apart 11 years ago

For 72-year-old Carmel Heaven, things are a far cry from the days when Jermaine Spence, her customs broker son, was completing a construction project at her home in Zambia, St Catherine, with the promise of a better future. Zambia is located on the...

27 May 05:20 The Gleaner 1215260528500787821.html
Hanover ODPEM ready for hurricane season

WESTERN BUREAU: THE OFFICE of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) in Hanover is now in the process of putting the final touches on its preparedness plans for the upcoming hurricane season, which starts on June 1. Topping the...

27 May 05:08 The Gleaner 1215260529774117441.html
Pastor hacked to death in St Elizabeth

WESTERN BUREAU: RESIDENTS OF Top Hill in Junction, St Elizabeth, are in shock after the partially decomposed body of a popular pastor was found at his home on Sunday with multiple chop wounds. The murdered church leader has been identified as 40-...

27 May 05:21 The Gleaner 1215260529577615620.html
China-Hong Kong standoff: Riot police shield Legislative Council as protests heat up

Police said they had arrested at least 16 people, aged 14-40, involved in crimes including possession of offensive weapons, possession of tools for illegal use and dangerous driving

27 May 05:52 Business Today 1145527431095868478.html
Covid-19 lockdowns: California eases pandemic restrictions, NYSE reopens

While lifting the ban on services at places of worship, the California governor limited the number of people who can gather at one time to 25 percent of a building's capacity

27 May 05:00 Business-Standard 1502508925779420207.html
Hundreds more security forces sent to the Greek-Turkish border

The Armed Forces and the Hellenic Police are on full alert and vigilant after the new barrage of challenges from Turkey against Greece.

27 May 05:59 Greek City Times 1506177377297161085.html
New Jersey Man Charged in Mask Price-Gouging Scheme

Federal prosecutors in New York Tuesday announced the arrest of a New Jersey used car salesman accused of participating in a $45 million scheme to resell respirator masks to the city of New York at wildly inflated prices.

27 May 05:37 Courthouse News Service 1799505149684020206.html
Super spreader: Kerala slams Centre for trains sent without heads-up

Kerala government has raised objections to the handling of special trains by the Railways ministry, saying its method of sending trains without prior information could derail the state's protocol to control the coronavirus.

27 May 05:05 Oneindia 2023829372379757589.html
Russia reports 101 medic deaths from virus

Russia said Tuesday that at least 101 medics have died from coronavirus in the first such official announcement, while an online tally compiled by doctors gives a far higher figure. "Last Friday 101

27 May 05:34 Deccan Herald 2027555797218987139.html
How Modi Failed the Pandemic Test

The starkest failure of the Indian government’s coronavirus strategy has been the devastation it imposed on the country’s workers.

27 May 05:00 NY Times 1961078288644266763.html
George Floyd – 4 White Police officers fired after killing black man (Video)

4 Minneapolis police officers have been fired from their job for their involvement in the killing of a black man, George Floyd. In a video that went viral on social media, the man was seen held

27 May 05:57 LailasNews.com 2090029849233704917.html
Amy Cooper: White woman who called police on black man, fired from job

Amy Cooper, the white woman who called police on a black man in the United States of America pretending she was in a distressing situation, has been fired from her job. "Following our internal review of

27 May 05:15 LailasNews.com 2090029849877557686.html
Medically Vulnerable Immigrants Denied Release From ICE Facility

A group of medically vulnerable immigrants who are being held in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility with the worst Covid-19 outbreak in the nation cannot be released despite their claims about the risks of contracting the virus, a federal judge in California ruled Tuesday.

27 May 05:56 Courthouse News Service 1799505149317250394.html
Newborn dies in UP as father runs from one hospital to another

A newborn child died allegedly due to lack of medical support in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar as his father kept running between hospitals in Greater Noida and Noida, prompting the district

27 May 05:26 Deccan Herald 2027555797129739222.html
‘My mum said, “Why are the police arresting you? You must have done something”: the scandal behind TV's new Windrush drama

The BBC’s Sitting in Limbo tells howAnthony Bryan was sacked, arrested and threatened with deportation. The reporter who broke the story talks to his family and friends about their years of misery

27 May 05:00 the Guardian 1491978795980940525.html
Review into escape from Rimutaka Prison reveals flaws in Corrections' practice

"This incident was unacceptable and this should not have occurred."

27 May 05:06 Newshub 2131266987458859980.html
Otago dairy farming company fined $270,000 after worker suffers spinal injury

It was also ordered to pay the worker more than $45,000.

27 May 05:41 Newshub 2131266985400970257.html
Four Minneapolis Officers Fired After Death of Black Man

Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.

27 May 05:19 Courthouse News Service 1799505148692462179.html
Man charged with murder of woman whose body was found bound in Sydney park

UPDATE @ 3.55 PM | A 51-year-old man has now been charged over the alleged murder of Sydney woman Nicole Cartwright, whose body was found near a children’s playground at Hunter’s Hill almost two years…

27 May 05:55 myGC.com.au 214966662946684427.html
Federal Court says VicForests unlawfully logged rare possum habitat

In a landmark ruling Federal Court delivers scathing criticism of the way Victoria’s state logging agency manages the habitat of two rare marsupials.

27 May 05:27 Brisbane Times 2314609338692268683.html
President Donald Trump Is Angry After Twitter Slapped A Warning On His Posts For This Reason

President Donald Trump is currently in the middle of a war with Twitter, and it is not certain he will be victorious. On Tuesday, the former

27 May 05:14 Celebrity Insider 265863476740622341.html
Coronavirus updates: Cases climb to 1,51,767, death toll now 4,337

MP Raj Bhavan declared containment zone as 6 test positive; Mizoram churches offer halls as quarantine facilities

27 May 05:04 The Telegraph 2864094127074413264.html
US: Woman fired after backlash from racist park confrontation

Amy Cooper released an apology through a public relations service Tuesday night, saying she "reacted emotionally and made false assumptions about his intentions".

27 May 05:03 The Indian Express 2885715104651332173.html
Schools, colleges still not allowed to open: MHA

All educational institutions have been shut since mid-March -- some of them from March 25 when the nationwide lockdown started -- to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 05:00 The Indian Express 2885715104761956313.html
Man booked for sedition for online comment on Yogi Adityanath

Police said that Anup Singh has been booked under IPC sections 124-A (sedition), 500 (defamation), 188 (disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant) and section 66 of the Information Technology Act.

27 May 05:51 The Indian Express 2885715104166582459.html
Owners of land acquired for link road to New Chandigarh hold protest against administration

Over 50 farmers and their family members on Tuesday held a protest against the land acquisition policy of UT administration.

27 May 05:52 The Indian Express 2885715105629078087.html
Explained: Why Donald Trump wants the US to exit the Open Skies Treaty

The exit from the Open Skies Treaty is the most recent example of important pacts Washington has stepped away from during the Trump presidency, including the Paris Agreement and the Iran nuclear deal.

27 May 05:06 The Indian Express 2885715105377433791.html
Policeman among 25 motorcyclists compounded for violating CMCO, says Sarawak deputy police chief

KUCHING, May 27 — A policeman was among 25 motorcyclists from Kota Samarahan who were compounded for violating the conditional movement control order (CMCO) in Simunjan yesterday afternoon, state deputy police chief Commissioner Datuk Dev Kumar said today. He said the group of motorcyclists was...

27 May 05:47 Malaymail 302165934682774975.html
MP district Burhanpur: More beds ready, need doctors

One month, 293 cases and 13 Covid deaths later, the main government healthcare facility has got more beds, but is still short of key equipment and doctors.

27 May 05:45 The Indian Express 2885715105831756238.html
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur, netizens share frightening videos of ‘attack’

While the state government has deputed many teams in order to control the attack by the crop-devouring insects, the incident has left people worried, with many taking to social media to express their concern.

27 May 05:09 The Indian Express 2885715105809817159.html
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

TOKYO >> Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

27 May 05:11 Star-Advertiser 3439335388136993811.html
California sues over sex misconduct on ‘Criminal Minds’ set | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

LOS ANGELES >> The state of California filed a lawsuit today against CBS, Disney and producers of the long-running series “Criminal Minds,” alleging that the show’s cinematographer engaged in rampant sexual misconduct against crew members for years.

27 May 05:08 Star-Advertiser 3439335388552935008.html
Peter Rhodes on smart Alecs, viral remedies and how to be a broadcaster

Read the latest column from Peter Rhodes.

27 May 05:00 Shropshire Star 3480199991606020143.html
Promoter, alcohol vendor under investigation after large, illegal beach parties broken up on Oahu | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Honolulu Liquor Commission and law enforcement agencies are investigating two businesses that may have organized and profited from massive parties that violated COVID-19 emergency rules, liquor, and permitting laws, over Memorial Day weekend at Waimea Bay Beach Park and Kaena Point State Park.

27 May 05:49 Star-Advertiser 3439335388503031847.html
Bridgnorth welcomes it's new mayor

The new mayor of Bridgnorth has been officially welcomed via an online council meeting.

27 May 05:00 Shropshire Star 3480199992224142879.html
Senator Murkomen’s response after Jubilee appointed him for new role in senate

Changes made in the Senate saw Ruto's allies removed from Committee Chairmanship positions

27 May 05:01 Pulse Live 3606876836324069476.html
Stop North-East troops from using phones, Rep tells DHQ

Leke Baiyewu, Abuja The Vice-Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence, Mr Ade Adeogun, has criticised troops who record their activities in the wa...

27 May 05:33 Punch Newspapers 3524240994528340520.html
Why Rivers went tough on errant hotels —Wike

Chukwudi Akasike and Sampson Itode, Port Harcourt Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has explained why the state shut down hotels in the state. Wike spoke on Tuesday when executive members of th...

27 May 05:29 Punch Newspapers 3524240994078019314.html
Trump tweets are now labelled as “potentially misleading”

On the 26th May, Twitter labeled two tweets from United States President Donald Trump as “potentially misleading”. This is the first time Twitter has fact-checked the president, after announcing last month that they would remove tweets making unverified claims that could “incite people to action and cause widespread panic, social unrest or large-scale disorder”.

27 May 05:59 SoyaCincau.com 3698931832591327398.html
Twitter Fact-checker Claimed Trump Admin Are 'ACTUAL NAZIS'; Mocked 'Fly Over' States

Yoel Roth, the Twitter official in charge of its fact-checking policy, has tweeted that members of the Trump administration are "Nazis."

27 May 05:23 Breitbart 3148363492608187743.html
Federal Court picks up torch in Qantas' stand-down test case

The ruling on whether Qantas and Jetstar illegally stood down engineers during the COVID-19 pandemic could have widespread ramifications for companies around the nation.

27 May 05:20 Australian Financial Review 3974284486789057988.html
The Evidence Against Her

When Nikki Addimando shot her abusive partner, she thought she had enough proof it was self-defense. Why did the prosecution only see a…

27 May 05:31 Medium 1216870974177597266.html
Family learns of NY nursing home resident’s death of coronavirus from funeral home

More than half the nursing home residents and 10% of the workforce have tested positive for COVID-19, according to New York state data.

27 May 05:06 WVLT 4089046910390734157.html
No locusts danger to Tamilnadu: Govt

The Tamilnadu government today said locusts which have invaded northern parts of India are unlikely to enter the State and the situation is being monitored continuously. Continue Reading →

27 May 05:50 News Today 4115950001926657172.html
Ex-Citi banker's alleged ties at issue in insider trading appeal

When prosecutors knew about possible links between a former Citigroup banker and a wealthy businessman will be one of the issues reviewed.

27 May 05:57 Australian Financial Review 3974284487544448674.html
EU’s Borrell: To weigh 'robust' message to China over Hong Kong issue

The European Union (EU) Foreign Affairs Minister Josep Borrell said that the Union is considering weighing 'robust' message to China over the Hong Kon

27 May 05:44 FXStreet 4480975639301545181.html
Popular actress commits suicide

Popular TV actor Preksha Mehta, best known for featuring in shows such as "Crime Patrol", "Meri Durga" and "Laal Ishq", has reportedly committed suicide at her residence here. She was 25. Continue Reading →

27 May 05:53 News Today 4115950001572468677.html
Uncovering the atrocious plot to tarnish mr Adesina’s legacy at Africa’s apex bank

The African Development Bank is currently gearing up for another leadership election.The current President, Adesina, is already dealing

27 May 05:00 Vanguard News 4125100339465296938.html
Chinese state TV could face fine in UK for biased HK coverage

CTGN in hot water for only showing pro-China viewpoint

27 May 05:52 Taiwan News 4737573345367458355.html
Shiv Sena hints at split in Maharashtra BJP

Asserting that the Uddhav Thackeray-led government in Maharashtra is stable, Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana on Wednesday hinted that a chunk of BJP MLAs in the State might shift loyalties to the ruling

27 May 05:52 BusinessLine 5283600367038350.html
Russia Reports Record One-Day Rise in Coronavirus Deaths

Russia said on Tuesday 174 people with the coronavirus had died in the past 24 hours, a record one-day amount that pushed the nationwide death toll to 3,807.

27 May 05:27 TOLO news 5578851438416069025.html
Trump Considering Full Troop Pullout from Afghanistan

The US President Donald Trump on Tuesday at a White House news conference renewed his desire for a full military withdrawal from Afghanistan, Reuters reported.

27 May 05:31 TOLO news 5578851439155977143.html
Gran battered by workmate during rammy at wake in East Kilbride pub

Grant Rankin, 25, admitted assaulting 52-year-old Elizabeth Richardson in Greenhills Bar when they were attending a wake for a colleague at DHL Sainsbury's.

27 May 05:00 dailyrecord 552235479970484727.html
EXCLUSIVE: AfDB 'whistleblower' allegations against me false -- Adesina

The president of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, told the bank's ethics committee that allegations of impropriety...

27 May 05:00 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299829075105.html
Pritam Chakraborty’s father passes away in Mumbai

Pritam Chakraborty lost his father, Prabodh Chakraborty on Sunday. The Bollywood composer’s father had been admitted to a hospital since the past two

27 May 05:00 The Times of India 6060938664610408158.html
Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram

India Business News: The Congress, after rejecting the govt's economic package announced to revive the economy, has said that sooner than later the govt will accept the su

27 May 05:00 The Times of India 6060938664629854741.html
Spain starts 10 days of mourning

The Spanish government has declared 10 days of mourning, starting on Wednesday, for the nearly 27,000 people who have died from coronavirus in Spain, the longest official mourning period in the country's four-decade-old democracy, the Guardian writes. Fla...

27 May 05:00 EUobserver 625925298893195188.html
Two officers shot, one flown to hospital after shootout in Anson County, three suspects at-large

The vehicle came to a stop in the Myrtlewood Apartments complex off Myrtlewood Drive. There, the officers and the suspects exchanged gunfire.

27 May 05:24 WBTV 6439870257691602166.html
Covid-19: Places of worship, religious institutions in South Africa to reopen from June 1

Rest of World News: South Africa has been under a nationwide lockdown since March 27. The president had last month announced a five-phase plan to gradually ease the lockd

27 May 05:56 The Times of India 6060938664818483962.html
Lobbyist register to be tightened after Monsanto case

The EU's joint-transparency register lists thousands of lobbyists and what they spend or earn trying to shape EU legislation. New and clearer rules set for launch at the end of the year may lead to more realistic figures.

27 May 05:03 EUobserver 625925299445304921.html
Police arrest suspect in deadly Kyoto Animation arson attack

The arrest comes 10 months after the studio in Kyoto was set on fire, killing 36 people and injuring 33 others.

27 May 05:13 The Japan Times 6673764367031095020.html
Youth panel’s complaint redressal goes online

The Kerala State Youth Commission’s complaint redressal procedure has gone online in the wake of the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.The first complaint was from V.R. Rahul of Varanad, Cherthala, throu

27 May 05:59 The Hindu 6679535025505781835.html
Coronavirus recovery rate in India rises to over 42%, nearly 65,000 cured from COVID-19

Punjab showed one of the best recovery rates in India, over 90% people were cured from the disease.India registered one of the lowest COVID-19 fatality rates in the world, the health ministry said

27 May 05:00 Livemint 6614605818759188805.html
Kerosene-filled bottle hurled at policeman’s house in Madurai

There were no injuries or damage reported, and police are investigating the case

27 May 05:31 The Hindu 6679535026002023089.html
Johnson to face grilling from senior MPs as Dominic Cummings controversy continues

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to face questions at a Commons committee meeting later today.

27 May 05:51 TheJournal.ie 6446904417360119399.html
Gunmen on motorcycles kill two Pakistani policemen in Islamabad

Attack reportedly claimed by Hizbul Ahrar, a splinter group of the Pakistani Taliban

27 May 05:41 The Globe and Mail 68426409793075113.html
Philippine children have been traumatised by abusive drugs war, says Human Rights Watch probe

Thousands of children in the Philippines have suffered lasting physical, emotional and economic harm from the brutal drugs war instigated by Rodrigo Duterte, the Philippine president, according to an investigation released by Human Rights Watch on Wednesday. The disturbing report, which documents the

27 May 05:02 Yahoo 7097669638822950181.html
Morecambe's Christian Mbulu dies aged 23

Tributes have poured in for Morecambe defender Christian Mbulu who has been found dead at home.

27 May 05:48 Buzz.ie 7092425146906675455.html
Peter Rhodes on smart Alecs, viral remedies and how to be a broadcaster

Read the latest column from Peter Rhodes.

27 May 05:00 Express & Star 7324224459152197679.html
Thousands raised for funeral of former Stafford FM DJ

Thousands of pounds has been raised for the funeral and memorial costs of a former Stafford FM presenter.

27 May 05:01 Express & Star 7324224459663067760.html
Kathy Griffin suggests Trump should take syringe with 'nothing but air'

Kathy Griffin was called out on Twitter Tuesday after suggesting that President Trump should take an empty syringe "with nothing but air." 

27 May 05:07 Fox News 7362823819585371417.html
Chinese President Xi Jingping orders army to scale up military training, anticipates 'worst case scenarios': Report

Top military sources told Zee News that India has further increased its strength in Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley

27 May 05:32 DNA India 7533428662779185013.html
Twitter labels two Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated'

Twitter has labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over some of his questionable posts.

27 May 05:48 RTE.ie 7595237279193066267.html
House survey identifies 13k with Covid-19, ILI and SARI symptoms in Karnataka

The Karnataka health department has identified about 13,341 persons with Covid-19, ILI and SARI symptoms during the door-to-door health survey done through teachers, staff and booth-level officers over the past few days.

27 May 05:46 The Economic Times 7653256037913915894.html
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse rally

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the city as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

27 May 05:34 RTE.ie 7595237277991241554.html
Elders, Rift MPs differ on how to reconcile Uhuru, Ruto

Myoot elders say fielding two presidential candidates will be detrimental to the community.

27 May 05:00 Daily Nation 7421817125774652351.html
No bar on labour movement: UP ministers, officials

Ministers and government officials in UP clarified that Adityanaths statement calling for “permission by states to employ manpower from UP” was just an “expression of his concern” and that the state did not intend to restrict movement of workers.

27 May 05:41 The Economic Times 7653256038319724403.html
Orange County sheriff says he won't enforce public mask order

The Orange County sheriff on Tuesday made it clear he will not enforce an order issued over the weekend requiring people to wear cloth face coverings in public.

27 May 05:34 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010440469854833.html
The Queen 'gives Boris Johnson green light to exercise at Buckingham Palace'

The Daily Telegraph said the Prime Minister has been allowed to make use of the palace grounds, amid security concerns over his practice of running in public spaces

27 May 05:57 birminghammail 8288260686525468294.html
Call to halt depletion of Defence Forces

The next government must draw up a six-point plan to reinvigorate the ever-depleting Defence Forces, which are now at their lowest strength for more than 50 years, a former senior army officer has urged.

27 May 05:00 Irishexaminer 8196011179580979158.html
Chinese President Xi Jinping orders army to scale up military training, anticipates 'worst case scenarios': Report

Top military sources told Zee News that India has further increased its strength in Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley

27 May 05:32 DNA India 7533428662708632262.html
DPP Haji Explains Setback on Corruption Cases From EACC

The DPP has been on the frontlines of having culprits brought to book on corruption charges, but even he could not...

27 May 05:57 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153665581599.html
EDITORIAL: Gov. Steve Sisolak lifts more restrictions amid ‘35-day downward trend’

Welcome news for workers, business owners.

27 May 05:00 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648837507534156.html
Why I Ditched Ruto's Camp - MP Ole Sankok Reveals [VIDEO]

The lawmaker who had long been a vocal supporter of the Deputy President made an abrupt u-turn after the...

27 May 05:39 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153482910374.html
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations. Police also surrounded the Legislative Council where a bill was due to be debated that would criminalize disrespect of…

27 May 05:27 Japan Today 8582716286096729194.html
BJP’s cynical drive to topple Maharashtra government amidst Covid crisis fits the Amit Shah playbook

Shah built the party only to seek power, no matter how opportunistic the path.

27 May 05:19 Scroll.in 8669301693774339697.html
5 New Cases of Coronavirus reported in Meghalaya -

The coronavirus, which originated from China, has spread to every corner of the world today and India is also dealing

27 May 05:17 News Hunt Media 8859517517843718485.html
Johor mall reopens less than 24hrs after shutdown order

Aeon Mall Tebrau City was ordered to close for a week due to safe distancing, lack of sanitizers.

27 May 05:34 Coconuts 8871564983300515435.html
India's COVID-19 Count Cross 1.5L Mark

NEW DELHI:  In the last week of fourth phase of nationwide lockdown, India on Wednesday crossed 1.5 lakh mark of total COVID-19 cases so far. With nearly 6,387 new cases, the country's tally reached

27 May 06:39 Sakshi Post 1016059425607017715.html
Pakistan will not stand by and let another Gujarat happen: Qureshi

FM reiter­ates Islama­bad's commit­ment agains­t anti-Muslim sentim­ents in India

27 May 06:41 The Express Tribune 1105816787215691611.html
75 more Maharashtra policemen test positive for COVID-19 in 24 hours

Out of the total cases, 849 police personnel have recovered from the infection and 1,095 cases are still active.

27 May 06:32 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191971587782.html
Chinese President Xi Jinping tells military to ramp up battle preparedness

Xi ordered the military to think about worst-case scenarios, scale up training and battle preparedness, promptly and effectively deal with all sorts of complex situations and resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests

27 May 06:58 Business Today 1145527431220407694.html
Coronavirus in Mizoram: 168 churches offer halls to be used as quarantine facility

Of these, 1,940 people are quarantined at government designated facilities, 414 at church halls, 163 placed under home quarantine and seven others are lodged at hotel on their own expense

27 May 06:34 Business Today 1145527432486125476.html
Covid-19: Death Toll Rises To 4,337; Total Cases Reach 1,51,767 In India

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,337 and the total number of cases climbed to 1,51,767 in the country, registering an increase of 170 deaths and 6,387 cases in the last 24 hours

27 May 06:34 Kashmir Observer 1268422870644108154.html
Victorian court quashes Katia Pyliotis's murder conviction after judge's 'boring' lawyer comment

Pyliotis was jailed for 19 years for killing Elia Abdelmessih, whose bludgeoned body was found alongside a tin of mangoes and a Virgin Mary statue

27 May 06:28 the Guardian 1491978796218124971.html
‘Scale up battle preparedness’: Xi Jinping to Chinese military amid tensions with India, US

The US-China military frictions are also on the rise with the US navy stepping its patrols in the disputed South China Sea as well as the Taiwan Straits.

27 May 06:10 The Statesman 1191309781575556044.html
Allow reopening of religious places: Yediyurappa appeals to Centre

Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting that Karnataka be allowed to reopen temples, mosques, churches and other religious places.

27 May 06:18 Oneindia 2023829372099269556.html
Very powerfully, Trump says as he threatens action against China on Hong Kong

US President, Donald Trump said that he would take action this week, but did not give further details. We are doing something now. I think you would find it very interesting. But I would not be talking about this today, Trump told reporters.

27 May 06:54 Oneindia 2023829372546606110.html
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Vancouver police are investigating 29 anti-Asian incidents over the past two months, 7 times more than the same period last year

27 May 06:32 Rappler 1882105643176210524.html
To get China to budge, India brings in its best 3

The Chinese had created similar problems during the Doklam issue and it was finally up to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's crack team to sort out the issue. With talks failing, it would now be up to National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Raw

27 May 06:45 Oneindia 2023829371288874296.html
Coronavirus effect: What protection do sub-let tenants have in the UAE?

Dubai Land Department clarifies as residents claim harassment by sublessors

27 May 06:08 Gulf News 2086521544688723479.html
Man allegedly kills 8-year-old daughter, buries her secretly

A 39-year-old man identified as Jackson Mbabazi has been arrested by police in Kagadi, Uganda for allegedly killing his 8-year-old daughter and burying her secretly. The suspect, a resident of Kinyasi, Nyamwezi Parish, Mabira Sub County,

27 May 06:54 LailasNews.com 2090029850197100206.html
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Spitting and violent attacks, to verbal assaults and vandalism of Chinese cultural sites

27 May 06:57 Gulf News 2086521545387707028.html
HK leader maintains new security laws won't hurt rights, freedoms

HONG KONG: Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said yesterday that Beijing's proposed national security laws would not trample on the city's rights and freedoms and called on citizens to wait to see the details of the legislation. Mrs Lam added her voice to an unprecedented barrage...

27 May 06:00 thenewpaper 2217039561695094779.html
Malaysians in Singapore can return to attend funerals: Minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians in Singapore can return to attend the funerals of their immediate family members without having to undergo the mandatory 14-day quarantine period as it is considered an emergency, said Malaysian Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob yesterday. He said...

27 May 06:00 thenewpaper 2217039561809048326.html
Coronavirus effect: UAE residents evicted over Eid, harassed due to unpaid rents

Landlords say they also have cheques to clear and thus must put tenants under pressure

27 May 06:08 Gulf News 2086521543652292531.html
Jurong sees two more spots listed as places visited by people infected

The Health Ministry has named the wet market at Block 963 Jurong West Street 91 and FairPrice Xtra in Jurong Point as public places visited by people with Covid-19 for more than 30 minutes when they were infectious. It added these two spots to Jurong Point's FairPrice...

27 May 06:00 thenewpaper 2217039562216224264.html
India cases rise as millions of workers return home from cities

MUMBAI: Indian states witnessing millions of migrant labourers returning from the big cities are recording rising coronavirus infections, officials said yesterday, fearing the virus could spread through villages where medical care is basic at best. Officials from the home...

27 May 06:00 thenewpaper 2217039562610055368.html
Police warn of fake text bulletin

Beware of a fake bulletin about people going door to door to subdue residents and rob their homes under the pretence of distributing face masks, the police said yesterday. The false text message, purportedly from the police, claims the people mentioned in the bulletin say...

27 May 06:00 thenewpaper 2217039563116027601.html
UK minister quits over PM's top aide taking trip during lockdown

LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government was hit by its first resignation yesterday over the controversy surrounding top aide Dominic Cummings' cross-country trip during the coronavirus lockdown. Undermining attempts by ministers to try and move on from the...

27 May 06:00 thenewpaper 2217039562935123584.html
Man charged with murder over Sydney backyard killing

The body of Tuan Tran, 35, believed by police to have been involved in drug-related crime, was found at his house in south-west Sydney.

27 May 06:11 Brisbane Times 2314609340174755252.html
Brisbane City Council's CEO offered another four years

Colin Jensen, who became chief executive in 2010, will stay on at the council until 2024.

27 May 06:06 Brisbane Times 2314609339714199160.html
Police patrol school zones as Sydney traffic mounts

Long traffic queues are forming outside schools during pick-up and drop-off times, as thousands more parents than usual drive their children to avoid public transport.

27 May 06:35 Brisbane Times 2314609340192091472.html
Court rejects compo for woman who hurt hip after 'excessive socialising'

Danielle Dring, who slipped on wet tiles after a night of champagne, wine and cocktails on a work trip, has failed again in her bid for compensation from Telstra.

27 May 06:55 Brisbane Times 2314609339690226701.html
'Many of us are fearful': South Africa to reopen places of worship

The past few weeks of lockdown, one of the strictest in Africa, have been catastrophic for the country's poorest, many of whom live hand-to-mouth in crowded slums.

27 May 06:12 Brisbane Times 2314609338225491429.html
‘Lagos PDP sure of victory in 2023’ - The Nation Nigeria

The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has boasted that it will win the governorship election and other polls in 2023....

27 May 06:57 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901427891043.html
Spike in South Korea virus cases shows perils of reopening

As Mediterranean beaches and Las Vegas casinos laid out plans to welcome tourists again, South Korea announced a spike in new infections Wednesday and considered reimposing social distancing restrictions, revealing the setbacks ahead for others on the road to reopening.

27 May 06:48 CTVNews 2422791599179924926.html
Eight more die of Covid in UP: With 33 cases, Amethi’s case tally jumps by 70%

Of the fresh cases, at least 62 were linked to interstate migrant workers. So far, 1,725 migrants have been infected.

27 May 06:38 The Indian Express 2885715103844827738.html
Out of containment, Sector 38 people say ‘went through hell’

The sector was sealed off for a period of 28 days and is being opened as no new case has been reported in the area since April 29.

27 May 06:54 The Indian Express 2885715104265880057.html
Thousands throng screening centre, UT arranges additional Shramik special train

Earlier only one train, with 1,600 passengers, was scheduled to depart from the city at 2 pm.

27 May 06:28 The Indian Express 2885715104098936825.html
Uttar Pradesh: 40 held for defying lockdown on Eid

It is to be noted that following the extension of lockdown till May 31, certain restrictions were lifted. But the UP government has not allowed congregation of religious gatherings.

27 May 06:41 The Indian Express 2885715105350522228.html
Will give houses, shops to migrant workers, pay their GST: UP govt

Through the migrant commission, the government would provide returning workers social security, insurance and training during which they will be provided an internship allowance.

27 May 06:49 The Indian Express 2885715105800290475.html
In Johor, unemployed man sentenced to five months’ jail for trespassing into Istana Pasir Pelangi

JOHOR BARU, May 27 — A 35-year-old unemployed man was sentenced to five months' jail by the Magistrate's Court here today for trespassing into Istana Pasir Pelangi’s palace grounds here last week. The accused, Juel Huran, was sentenced by Magistrate Lee Jun Keong after pleading guilty to the...

27 May 06:32 Malaymail 302165935908200415.html
Police: 33 nabbed at Ipoh pubs for flouting CMCO

IPOH, May 27 — A total of 33 individuals, including three women, who were drinking in two pubs were arrested by police for defying the conditional movement control order (CMCO) last night. Ipoh Police District chief ACP A. Asmadi Abdul Aziz said four individuals were picked up at the...

27 May 06:05 Malaymail 302165936547067155.html
Canada court decision could end ‘Huawei Princess’ extradition saga

OTTAWA, May 27 — A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision today on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations. Four days of legal arguments in January focused on whether US charges against the “Huawei Princess” would...

27 May 06:50 Malaymail 302165934911949012.html
India-China border: No change in Ladakh, military brass brief PM and Rajnath

The military brass is learnt to have apprised the Prime Minister about the evolving situation in eastern Ladakh though officials maintained that the meeting was pre-scheduled and reforms in the armed forces was on the agenda.

27 May 06:55 The Indian Express 2885715104830826053.html
NDDC's 2019 budget padded by NASS with 500 non-existing projects - MD

NDDC's acting MD, Kemebradikumo Pondei, claimed that the agency's budget in 2019 was paddled with about 500 invisible projects by the National Assembly (NASS).

27 May 06:39 Legit 3764253650072407089.html
Severe flood disrupts Florida reopening

South Florida residents were unable to enjoy the reopening of restaurants and beaches after two months of coronavirus lockdown, when three straight days of rain Tuesday caused severe flooding in Mi...

27 May 06:45 Punch Newspapers 3524240995654137620.html
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets as protests flare in financial heart

HONG KONG, May 27 — Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre today, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations. Police also surrounded the Legislative Council where a bill was due to...

27 May 06:01 Malaymail 302165935940638421.html
Tory revolt builds over Cummings

More MPs have hit out after the PM’s adviser said he had ‘no regrets’ over his controversial trip to Durham.

27 May 06:16 Shropshire Star 3480199991621340924.html
Hong Kong police fire pepperballs at protesters and arrest 180 people for unauthorised assembly | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP

Hong Kong police fired pepperballs in the central business district after protesters gathered in opposition to the national anthem and national security law. Demonstrators chanted pro-democracy slogans in Causeway Bay and Central at lunchtime. They also chanted “Hong Kong independence, the only way out” and “one nation, one Hong Kong.” At least 50 young people […]

27 May 06:03 Hong Kong Free Press HKFP 3845645664244745062.html
Coronavirus: WHO suspends chloroquine trial for treatment

World Health Organisation (WHO) said it has suspended the solidarity trial of hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 treatment as the world faces coronavirus crisis.

27 May 06:55 Legit 3764253650374044642.html
Angry farmers force rethink: Khattar govt softens paddy diversification order

The change in government stand came on the day CM Manohar Lal Khattar met farmers in Kurukshetra to take their feedback on the issue.

27 May 06:13 The Indian Express 2885715104806416116.html
India should tie up with allies to play the ‘Great Game’ in Afghanistan

New Delhi must re-examine its ‘won’t talk to the Taliban’ stand, but does the Modi government have the stomach for it?

27 May 06:46 The Telegraph 2864094128557443139.html
Federation reform hinges on keeping national cabinet

A plan by Scott Morrison to try and reform Federation may hinge on the state and territory leaders sticking with the national cabinet post-coronavirus.

27 May 06:39 Australian Financial Review 3974284486688752294.html
Furor in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on his neck

A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.

27 May 06:46 News24 3752801378053420221.html
Body of 5-year-old boy who went missing on Memorial Day found in Calif. river

After an exhaustive overnight search, a family member spotted the boy’s body floating in the water.

27 May 06:57 WVLT 4089046910508362029.html
Dominic Cummings Creates a Very British Scandal

It’s hard to get too enraged by the lockdown activities of Boris Johnson’s closest adviser, but the political costs will be considerable

27 May 06:06 Bloomberg.com 4032480120767198082.html
Railways want to be super spreader in Kerala: Minister Thomas Isaac slams Centre, asks ministry to stop ranting

Hitting out at the Centre, Kerala Finance Minister Thomas Isaac said the Railways wanted to be a super spreader in Kerala. He said a train came from Mumbai last week, but the state was informed only after train started.

27 May 06:28 India Today 4286117813316797746.html
Watch IAF chief RKS Bhaduria fly Tejas fighter as air force inducts 2nd LCA squadron

Air Force Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flew the LCA Tejas fighter on Wednesday at Air Force Station Sulur in Tamil Nadu.

27 May 06:54 India Today 4286117814244429483.html
Mild coronavirus illness may confer some immunity: study

Over 5.5 million cases reported across the world.

27 May 06:33 DAWN.COM 4500271766920340408.html
Flooding, locust threats loom over Pakistan, says NDMA chief

“We will try our best to utilise all the resources available in the country to tackle these threats."

27 May 06:33 DAWN.COM 4500271766748421798.html
Saudi Arabia to end virus curfew next month

But the kingdom is yet to make any announcement about Haj.

27 May 06:34 DAWN.COM 4500271767487769041.html
Owner rejects Indian claim of ‘spy’ pigeon’s capture

Yes, this is my pet pigeon as it can never be a spy or a terrorist," says Habibullah.

27 May 06:34 DAWN.COM 4500271767249884979.html
Survey report finds 20 houses, 24 vehicles damaged in PIA plane crash

The federal government will provide compensation to the affected residents of Model Colony.

27 May 06:34 DAWN.COM 4500271767787071796.html
Pakistani bid to form group of OIC envoys at UN foiled

The UAE, Maldives oppose proposal for the group on Islamophobia.

27 May 06:33 DAWN.COM 4500271767600899664.html
Govt considers resuming lockdown amid SOPs violations

Stops clinical trial of hydroxychloroquine as possible cure of coronavirus.

27 May 06:33 DAWN.COM 4500271766953998077.html
Australian police drop probe of reporter, whistleblower

Australian police on Wednesday dropped the investigation of a prominent journalist and government whistleblower over leaked government secrets, ending a case which sparked wide-ranging debate over press freedom in the country.

27 May 06:10 Digital Journal 4566489172552873835.html
PM’s Corona Relief Fund crosses Rs4bn mark

Opposition wants parliamentary oversight of fund utililastion; Shahbaz calls for convening CCI meeting.

27 May 06:33 DAWN.COM 4500271768198983877.html
Cockpit voice recorder of crashed PIA plane yet to be found

Father of slain pilot says he trusts no probe body, only Imran Khan.

27 May 06:34 DAWN.COM 4500271768331404530.html
Kashamu accuses former Ogun PDP chairman of sellout

The 2019 gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Senator Buruji Kashamu, has accused the party’s former state chairman, Chief Bayo Dayo, of selling out. Kashamu, who said this in a press release issued on Wednesday, was reacting to a statement by the former chairman that he ran out of favourRead More

27 May 06:00 Vanguard News 4125100339221710694.html
China Crackdown on Hong Kong Threatens Global Order, EU Says

China’s efforts to tighten its grip on Hong Kong pose a threat to the rules-based international order, the European Union’s top diplomat said, calling on member states to respond with a “robust” message.

27 May 06:40 Bloomberg.com 4032480121775963294.html
My brother was billed to become a prof soon —Sibling of murdered UNIJOS lecturer

Chesil Drenkat recounts the events leading to the killing of his brother and University of Jos lecturer, Dr Nandi Drenkat, by gunmen who also abducted his six-year-old daughter, in this interview w...

27 May 06:35 Punch Newspapers 3524240995442073103.html
Xi Jinping tells Chinese military to prepare for war. Is it against India, US or Taiwan?

Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the PLA to prepare for war without specifying who is the enemy. China is currently engaged in intense territorial dispute with India, Taiwan and also the US.

27 May 06:37 India Today 4286117812325534087.html
SC finally steps in to address distress among the migrants

The apex court will hear the matter on May 28 and directed the Solicitor General to share all measures taken by the government.

27 May 06:44 The New Indian Express 4718288653235824961.html
Inspector injured as gun misfires at Telangana police academy

“I was informed by doctors that he was safe and could be discharged from the hospital by night,” VK Singh said.

27 May 06:20 The New Indian Express 4718288654902468142.html
Pakistan New Breeding Ground Of Locusts: Agriculture Expert

Pakistan has become a new breeding ground of locusts, entering Rajasthan from adjoining areas in Pakistan, said BR Kadwa, deputy director of the agriculture department.

27 May 06:56 NDTV.com 5090057682352500468.html
Air Force Operationalises 2nd Squadron Of Home-Made Tejas Combat Aircraft

The Indian Air Force has operationalised its No.18 Squadron, the "Flying Bullets", at Sulur near Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, equipping it with the fourth generation Mk1 LCA (Light Combat Aircraft) Tejas.

27 May 06:45 NDTV.com 5090057682239586447.html
PA records no new cases of coronavirus - Middle East

PA “health minister” says no new cases of COVID-19 were registered in the last 24 hours. The total number of recoveries is 483.

27 May 06:40 Israel National News 5374683668877861327.html
Samaria Regional Council launches campaign: No to 'half sovereignty' - Inside Israel

Shomron Regional Council embarks on aggressive campaign for Israeli sovereignty, warns against what it calls "half sovereignty."

27 May 06:14 Israel National News 5374683670459647474.html
Covid-19: Don’t send in passenger trains without notice, says Kerala Chief Minister

Kerala has taken exception to the manner in which passenger trains are being sent in at random and without notice, threatening to upset the delicate balancing act in its fight against Covid-19 as expa

27 May 06:35 BusinessLine 5283602088621469.html
'Religious services can resume, but with restrictions'

Religious activities including church services and gatherings under strict restrictions of 50 people or less will be allowed to resume from next month.

27 May 06:10 SowetanLIVE 5541808690788476137.html
US used car dealer charged with inflating price of N95 face masks

NEW YORK: A New Jersey used car dealer was criminally charged on Tuesday (May 26) with exploiting the coronavirus pandemic by trying to defraud ...

27 May 06:15 CNA 5644198863741611349.html
Mexico's auto industry restart gathers steam as lockdown eases

Mexico's auto industry reopening picked up pace on Tuesday, with Fiat Chrysler and BMW AG joining peers in gradually dusting off operations even ...

27 May 06:55 CNA 5644198864158598029.html
Mexico's auto industry restart gathers steam, Ford still waiting

Mexico's auto industry reopening picked up pace on Tuesday, with Fiat Chrysler and BMW AG joining peers in gradually dusting off operations even ...

27 May 06:55 CNA 5644198862304258540.html
Second Iranian Oil Tanker Arrives At Venezuela's Largest Refinery

A second Iranian tanker carrying gasoline and oil derivatives has arrived at crisis-stricken Venezuela's main oil refinery, amid escalating tensions between Washington and the two U.S.-sanctioned countries.

27 May 06:24 Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty 5891794163779745925.html
Chhattisgarh Farmers On Alert After Locusts Attack Crops In Neighbouring States

The Chhattisgarh agriculture department and farmers of districts bordering Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra have been alerted after swarms of locusts attacked crops in the neighbouring states, an official said on Wednesday.

27 May 06:44 NDTV.com 5090057682656428639.html
'Don't run IOA office as one-man show': Rajeev Mehta to Narinder Batra

More sports News: In his letter to the IOA president Narinder Batra, secretary general Rajeev Mehta expressed his dissent over the negligence of his office in constitut

27 May 06:55 The Times of India 6060938664812152194.html
Fired Australian’s story reveals why Boris Johnson really backs under-fire adviser

Why hasn't Boris Johnson sacked Dominic Cummings? The answer may lie with a young Australian aide by the name of James McGrath.

27 May 06:20 The New Daily 5848147786578613451.html
Why is China pushing Hong Kong security law

China News: BEIJING : China is taking matters into its own hands after last year's tumultuous anti-government protests in Hong Kong that often descended into tear.

27 May 06:14 The Times of India 6060938663061618944.html
Meng ruling comes today

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

27 May 06:33 Castanet 616068602583114750.html
National parks reopening

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to reopen June 1.

27 May 06:54 Castanet 616068603018739605.html
Twitter adds fact-check warning to election posts by Donald Trump

Trump claimed postal voting would be “fraudulent” and that “mail boxes will be robbed”.

27 May 06:07 TheJournal.ie 6446904418981459861.html
BJP leader in Punjab booked allegedly for attacking interfaith married couple

The girl alleged in her complaint that Sukhpal Singh Sra instigated her family members who earlier this week assaulted her in-laws

27 May 06:51 The Hindu 6679535025580373541.html
52,628 vehicles seized in Vijayawada handed over to owners

The police handed over as many as 52,628 vehicles, seized during the lockdown period, to the owners across the State in the last four days. The vehicles were seized for violating the lockdown rules fr

27 May 06:13 The Hindu 6679535025589597221.html
Man, 25, arrested and charged after teenage girl ‘raped’ near Bothwell Castle

A MAN has been arrested and charged after a teenage girl was allegedly raped in Lanarkshire woodlands. Cops were called in following a report of an alleged sex attack near Bothwell Castle last Wedn…

27 May 06:39 The Scottish Sun 6609127674219561937.html
APSPDCL MD promises to revise power bills

Many consumers in Anantapur had complained that their bills were inflated

27 May 06:10 The Hindu 6679535025978496343.html
Stone railing on historic bridge makes way for drainage channel

A large chunk of the stone railing on the bridge connecting the Moti Darwaza of the Golconda Fort to MD Lines has been brought down by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation officials to create a

27 May 06:07 The Hindu 6679535025863568658.html
Changing balance across LAC trigger for stand-off, says China expert Taylor Fravel

China is likely responding to what it sees as a challenge to its position, he opines

27 May 06:00 The Hindu 6679535026048481812.html
Violent thug strangled his ex-partner, threatened to burn her house down and crashed her car... then told police he would infect them with coronavirus

Ryan Renshaw also told police he would spit on them and infect them with coronavirus when he was found hiding in a cupboard in his “drug den” flat

27 May 06:06 men 6694993427772464666.html
George Floyd death: Protesters clash with riot police as thousands demand justice

WARNING: DISTRESSING IMAGES - A passerby captured a distressing video of unarmed George Floyd struggling to breathe while being detained in relation to a non-violent charge by a white police officer in Minneapolis

27 May 06:01 mirror 675785261544479713.html
Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram

NEW DELHI: The Congress, after rejecting the government’s economic package announced to revive the economy, has said that sooner than … Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram Read More »

27 May 06:05 ISSCNC 6824315491258594785.html
Cyclist rushed to hospital after riding into sadistic wire trap on popular trail

Neil Nunnerley, 47, needed stitches after riding into a a barrier made of wire and branches in a woodland near to Taff's Well Quarry, sustaining injuries to his mouth, face and chest

27 May 06:12 mirror 675785261899140047.html
Bihar Minister Madan Sahni Forgets Social Distancing While Honouring Jyoti Kumari Who Cycled 1,200 Km

Jyoti Kumari is currently staying at a quarantine centre close to her Sirhulli village. Darbhanga/Patna: Bihar’s Food and Consumer Protection … Bihar Minister Madan Sahni Forgets Social Distancing While Honouring Jyoti Kumari Who Cycled 1,200 Km Read More »

27 May 06:32 ISSCNC 6824315489994473050.html
Ministers to question Dr Tony Holohan about 2 metre social distancing rule

Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan is set to brief ministers about ongoing measures in the battle against COVID-19 at Government Buildings today.

27 May 06:15 Buzz.ie 7092425147584363648.html
Rights group urges inquiry into Philippine drug war killings

Human Rights Watch is calling on the U.N.’s top human rights body to launch an independent investigation into the Philippine government’s drug war that has left thousands dead, pointing in particular to its harmful effects on children. The advocacy group made the call alongside Wednesday's launch

27 May 06:50 Yahoo 7097669637401387327.html
Lost hikers found alive after 18 days in New Zealand forest

Two New Zealand hikers survived for more than 18 days in a densely-forested national park before being found alive on Wednesday, rescue officials said. Jessica O’Connor and Dion Reynolds, both 23, hiked into Kahurangi National Park in the northwest of New Zealand's South Island on May 9, and were

27 May 06:09 Yahoo 7097669637834326964.html
President Xi Jinping tells Chinese Army to scale up preparations for war | World News

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising the worst-case scenarios and … President Xi Jinping tells Chinese Army to scale up preparations for war | World News Read More »

27 May 06:21 ISSCNC 6824315490472182398.html
Twitter has started fact-checking Donald Trump

A pair of Donald Trump’s tweets that made unsubstantiated claims about mail-in voting were appended on Tuesday with links pointing readers to news stories fact-checking him.

27 May 06:06 TechCentral 724913820050253689.html
Tory revolt builds over Cummings

More MPs have hit out after the PM’s adviser said he had ‘no regrets’ over his controversial trip to Durham.

27 May 06:17 Express & Star 7324224459167518460.html
Lands ministry, NLC row to delay crucial reforms

Recent publication of proposed regulations was seen as a major leap, but NLC has disowned them

27 May 06:00 Daily Nation 7421817124143016548.html
Canada court decision could end 'Huawei Princess' extradition saga

A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision Wednesday on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations. Four days of legal arguments in January focused on whether US charges against the "Huawei Princess" would stand up in Canada

27 May 06:37 Yahoo 7097669636988003975.html
Senators claim politics behind maize policy

Lawmakers demand that policy document behind the move be tabled by the ministry

27 May 06:00 Daily Nation 7421817125176138138.html
Nizamuddin Markaz: Delhi Police to chargesheet 280 foreign visitors who attended Tablighi Jamaat event

Earlier this month, the Crime Branch had collected several documents related to the funding of Tablighi Jamaat members

27 May 06:03 DNA India 7533428662057918996.html
AP Explains Hong Kong Security Law

China is taking matters into its own hands after last year's tumultuous anti-government protests in Hong Kong that often descended into tear gas-filled clashes. In a surprise move, the central government announced last week that it would develop laws to outlaw secession, subversion, terrorism and

27 May 06:00 Yahoo 7097669638739002819.html
Raila: ODM will not bank on Nasa

ODM leader remains non-committal on whether his party is working on a coalition with Jubilee.

27 May 06:00 Daily Nation 7421817124446509285.html
Uhuru deals Ruto another deadly blow

National Executive Council set to meet to firm up crackdown on disloyal members

27 May 06:00 Daily Nation 7421817125555302974.html
IndiGo to help man who sold his goats to buy flight tickets

In Mumbai, a migrant labourer family sold three goats to buy air tickets but the flight got cancelled.IndiGo said it has now booked tickets for the workers at no extra charge

27 May 06:51 Livemint 6614605818624817940.html
South African places of worship to reopen from June

Africa’s most industrialised economy has been largely shut since late March, when the government enforced restrictions to stem the spread of the coronavirus, which has so far infected 23,615 people

27 May 06:32 Africanews 6630243979039647239.html
Man arrested over fire that killed 36 people in Japan

Japanese police have formally arrested a man on suspicion of an arson attack on an animation studio in Kyoto last year that killed 36 people, a police spokesman said.

27 May 06:46 RTE.ie 7595237279266090221.html
Caution grows in ruling coalition about September start to school year

The revised system had been proposed to allow students to make up for delays in their tuition caused by prolonged school closures during the virus crisis.

27 May 06:35 The Japan Times 6673764368117003171.html
Saanich’s OK for roadside stands offers a lesson in civic engagement

One of the upsides of home schooling in the age of COVID-19 is that children sometimes get a real-life education. In the past few weeks, Colleen O’Farrell’s two young sons, for instance, have had. . .

27 May 06:00 Times Colonist 7617512061930299964.html
George Floyd’s family describes heartbreak over his death while in police custody

The cousins of an African-American Minnesota man who died while in police custody, during which a white police officer pressed his knee against his neck as he struggled to breathe, are calling for

27 May 06:33 New York Post 7654946767532462360.html
‘Mudik’ travelers barred from returning to Jakarta without permits

“People wishing to enter Jakarta are required to obtain a permit from the Jakarta administration and the police. Otherwise, they will be told to turn back,” National Police traffic corps head Insp. Gen. Istiono said. 

27 May 06:35 The Jakarta Post 7678601103937439988.html
Omar Abdullah denies political reasons for his Delhi visit

Omar Abdullahs flight to New Delhi on May 25, his first visit since August 5, 2019, has triggered speculations of New Delhis fresh political overtures to unionist politicians in Kashmir.

27 May 06:15 The Economic Times 7653256037842932597.html
'Many of us are fearful': South Africa to reopen places of worship

The past few weeks of lockdown, one of the strictest in Africa, have been catastrophic for the country's poorest, many of whom live hand-to-mouth in crowded slums.

27 May 06:12 The Age 7967730561206418917.html
Court rejects compo for woman who hurt hip after 'excessive socialising'

Danielle Dring, who slipped on wet tiles after a night of champagne, wine and cocktails on a work trip, has failed again in her bid for compensation from Telstra.

27 May 06:55 The Age 7967730562671154189.html
Engineer faces discipline over Langford residential projects

An engineer involved in four residential projects in Langford is facing discipline for accepting jobs for which he lacked sufficient training or experience. A decision by the association of . . .

27 May 06:00 Times Colonist 7617512061276432026.html
Brisbane City Council's CEO offered another four years

Colin Jensen, who became chief executive in 2010, will stay on at the council until 2024.

27 May 06:06 The Age 7967730562695126648.html
AP EXPLAINS: Why is China pushing Hong Kong security law

BEIJING — China is taking matters into its own hands after last year’s tumultuous anti-government protests in Hong Kong that often descended into tear gas-filled clashes.

27 May 06:01 680News 8014034333890716046.html
Police break up bank holiday party at Tory MP Rob Roberts's house

Two visitors were asked to leave the house of Rob Roberts, MP for Delyn in north Wales, and balloons and banners were seen outside.

27 May 06:01 birminghammail 8288260685929377593.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

27 May 06:25 Bdnews24 8119004128892139476.html
Lost hikers found alive after 18 days in New Zealand forest

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - Two New Zealand hikers survived for more than 18 days in a densely-forested national park before being found alive on Wednesday, rescue officials said.

27 May 06:09 Reuters 8334514180615847139.html
Australia drops probe of journalist over use of classified documents

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Australian police have dropped their investigation of a News Corp journalist over the disclosure of a national security document in 2018, citing a lack of evidence.

27 May 06:21 Reuters 8334514180740774190.html
Bulgaria to reopen restaurants, bars and cafes on June 1

SOFIA (Reuters) - Bulgaria will allow restaurants, bars and cafes to reopen at full capacity on Monday as the Balkan country further eased restrictions imposed in mid-March to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

27 May 06:11 Reuters 8334514181266320667.html
Protesters, police clash in Minneapolis a day after man died in police custody

Protesters and police clashed in Minneapolis Tuesday at the same intersection where 24 hours earlier, a man died in police custody as witness video showed officers kneeling on the man's neck.

27 May 06:45 Fox 4 8372747776732998130.html
South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school. The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus…

27 May 06:00 Japan Today 8582716287301037836.html
Maharashtra government asks CID to re-investigate suicide abetment case against Arnab Goswami

Home Minister Anil Deshmukh announced the investigation into the deaths of 53-year-old interior designer Anvay Naik and his mother Kumud Naik in 2018.

27 May 06:07 Scroll.in 8669301692095528515.html
Girls Stuck in Empty School After Uhuru's Closure Order

President Uhuru Kenyatta ordered schools to be shut down after the first Coronavirus case was reported in Kenya in March 2020...

27 May 06:56 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838154563285854.html
Nokia Shuts Plant in Tamil Nadu After 42 Employees Test Positive for COVID-19

Nokia last week suspended operations at a telecoms gear manufacturing plant in southern India, the company said on Tuesday, after some employees tested positive for COVID-19.

27 May 06:50 The Hans India 817019415118118370.html
House Republicans sue Pelosi to block voter proxy amid pandemic

May 27 (UPI) -- Nearly two dozens Republicans have sued House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, seeking to block the House of Representatives from proxy voting, a measure instituted by Democrats to allow congressmen to vote remotely amid the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 06:32 UPI 8257973864407663762.html
Shooting in South LA leaves 5 wounded, authorities say

The L.A. County Fire Department says five people were shot in the South L.A. neighborhood of Athens.

27 May 06:42 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010439766078437.html
World coronavirus death toll tops 350,000

More than 350,000 deaths from the new coronavirus have been recorded worldwide since it first appeared in China in December, according to a tally compiled by AFP from official sources as of this morning.

27 May 06:28 RTE.ie 7595237277947729222.html
White woman fired from job after calling cops over black man in NY Central Park

Denouncing "racism of any kind," a global investment firm has fired a white woman after a viral video showed her calling police to say she felt threatened by an African-American man who asked her politely to leash her dog in New York's Central Park.

27 May 06:45 Bdnews24 8119004129081868350.html
'Move On', British Government Says Following Outrage Over PM Adviser Dominic Cummings

Earlier, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's top aide, Dominic Cummings, his wife and their child traveled 260 miles from London to the northeastern city of Durham in late...

27 May 06:54 Sputniknews 967333867698024833.html
Police Break Up Illegal Gathering at Conservative MP's House – Reports

Police officers enforcing a national lockdown broke up an illegal 40th birthday party at the house of Rob Roberts, MP for Delyn in North Wales, according to the Evening...

27 May 06:49 Sputniknews 967333869307662328.html
What has Prince Andrew said about meeting Virginia Giuffre?

The case comes under the spotlight again in a new Netflix documentary.

27 May 06:30 Metro 970161748892882938.html
Happy Birthday Nitin Gadkari: 5 things to know about the Union Minister

Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, turns 63 today.

27 May 06:22 Free Press Journal 9080771787636261838.html
Authorities yet to find cockpit voice recorder of crashed PIA aircraft

Flight data record­er has been recove­red by offici­als

27 May 07:07 The Express Tribune 1105816787544686673.html
Delhi Police to file 15 chargesheets against 294 foreign nationals in Tablighi Jamaat case

Delhi Police will file 15 charge-sheets against 294 foreign nationals, in Saket court today, in connection with the Tablighi Jamaat congregation at Markaz in Nizamuddin area, police officials said on Wednesday.

27 May 07:21 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192545892628.html
Trump Pledges Social Media Crackdown, D.C. Circuit Offers Its Version of Subtweet

A conservative group alleging its political viewpoints have been suppressed on Twitter and other platforms gets an interestingly-timed judgment.

27 May 07:18 The Hollywood Reporter 121801344693072786.html
Japanese Police Arrest Suspect in Deadly Kyoto Animation Attack

Shinji Aoba, 42, was detained in the immediate aftermath of the arson attack, but local police had to wait more than 10 months to formally arrest him, as he was too badly burned to sustain questioning.

27 May 07:18 The Hollywood Reporter 121801342675933278.html
Locusts spare Delhi for now, but threat continues

The current trajectory of locust movement from Rajasthan is towards Madhya Pradesh and going further southwards towards Maharashtra. The Locust Control Office has been fighting the locust challenge for more than two weeks now

27 May 07:56 Business Today 1145527432037948811.html
Robert Jenrick says the Government will NOT review lockdown fines issued to people travelling for childcare reasons less than 24 hours after Matt Hancock said he would consider it in wake of Dominic Cummings row

Robert Jenrick today confirmed the Government will not review lockdown fines issued to parents travelling for childcare reasons.

27 May 07:32 Mail Online 124328111957700788.html
Pak air crash: Airbus experts begin probe, inspect runway, traffic control

The team of experts from an Airbus facility in the French city of Toulouse reached Pakistan on Monday to carry out an independent probe into Friday's mishap

27 May 07:24 Business-Standard 1502508925071370925.html
Nigerians lucky to have President like Buhari – Femi Adesina

The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Muhammadu Buhari, Femi Adesina, has said that Nigerians are lucky to have a leader like the president. He made the statement while dismissing attempts to pitch him

27 May 07:14 LailasNews.com 2090029849867982292.html
Coronavirus outbreak: CM Chouhan claims doubling rate of COVID-19 cases stands at 21 days

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said the doubling rate of COVID-19 cases in the state was at 21 days, which is better than the national average.

27 May 07:58 Oneindia 2023829372290700489.html
Congress moves Supreme Court on plight of migrant labourers

Senior Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala moved the Supreme Court on Wednesday seeking to intervene in the matter in which it has taken cognisance of the 'unfortunate and miserable' plight of migrant labourers who have been stranded across the country due to the COVID-19 lockdown.

27 May 07:35 Oneindia 2023829370666237441.html
Hundreds more Taliban prisoners freed on last day of Afghan truce

Afghanistan authorities say they released about 900 Taliban prisoners across the country, approximately 600 of them from the notorious Bagram jail near Kabul

27 May 07:21 Rappler 1882105642433487392.html
Amnesty International accuses Nigerian Army of continued illegal detention of children in Northeast

FOR children fleeing from Boko Haram attacks in northeast Nigeria, their struggle for survival suffers setbacks from arbitrary detention

27 May 07:44 The ICIR 2244788520219512914.html
Minister forfeits salary to aid inmates release - The Nation Nigeria

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister of State, Dr. Ramatu Aliyu, has forfeited her May salary to secure the release of five inmates who could not pay

27 May 07:35 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445902055144160.html
In the UK, Johnson reaps what he sowed

Johnson and Cummings have taken a battering ram to Britain’s bonds of social solidarity

27 May 07:08 Gulf News 2086521545253358682.html
MAI to fly its fifth relief flight between Incheon and Yangon on May 29

Myanmar Airways International (MIA) is flying relief flights to evacuate its citizens in foreign countries and now it is planning the fifth relief flight between Incheon and Yangon for Myanmar citizens over the world, sources said.

27 May 07:45 Eleven Media Group Co., Ltd 2672168648643931525.html
Three killed in Lagos-Ibadan road crashes - The Nation Nigeria

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun said that three persons died while 14 others sustained injuries in two separate crashes along Lagos-Ibadan

27 May 07:15 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900386310910.html
Journalist Dies In Eastlea Freak Accident After Scuffle With Lady Friend… More Details Emerge

Journalist Dies In Eastlea After Scuffle With Lady Friend...Details Emerge. Journalist and PR officer Augustine Dalubuhle Moyo has died.

27 May 07:00 iHarare News 2755902708179521327.html
CID to re-examine 2018 abetment to suicide case against Arnab: Deshmukh

“Adnya Naik had complained to me that #AlibaugPolice had not investigated non-payment of dues from #ArnabGoswami's @republic which drove her entrepreneur father & grandmom to suicide in May 2018," he tweeted.

27 May 07:48 The Indian Express 2885715103778080601.html
In Delhi, only 8 Covid ICU beds vacant in 7 private hospitals

To add to its bed strength, the Delhi government recently asked 117 nursing homes and private hospitals to set aside 20% of their existing strength for Covid patients.

27 May 07:00 The Indian Express 2885715103928305946.html
Ebonyi lawmaker’s brother found dead in car booth

A middle-aged man has been found dead in the booth of his car on the busy Abakaliki/Afikpo Expressway in Ebonyi State. The man ...

27 May 07:50 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900617344742.html
Bushwalkers found alive after missing for 19 days in New Zealand national park

Friends and family of Jessica O'Connor and Dion Reynolds are "absolutely over the moon" with delight that the pair have been found safe and well.

27 May 07:53 Brisbane Times 2314609338818066649.html
4 new Covid-19 cases in Chandigarh’s Bapu Dham Colony

All people are contacts of patients who have already been diagnosed as Covid-19 positive.

27 May 07:31 The Indian Express 2885715104239662432.html
Oscars Change Rules to Streamline Board of Governors Election

Instead of a runoff election in each branch, the preferential system will be used to determine winners after a single round of voting

27 May 07:31 TheWrap 2361432281335223618.html
Another two Grow Super staff stood aside amid Dally M scandal

Two staff at Grow Super have been stood aside amid a police probe into a betting plunge on the Dally M.

27 May 07:59 Brisbane Times 2314609340160146731.html
Confusion still prevails, 357 passengers arrive in Chandigarh

A total of 357 domestic passengers arrived at the airport on different flights and 257 passengers departed from the airport till 6 pm.

27 May 07:05 The Indian Express 2885715105358194336.html
Humanitarian aid projects in Yemen ‘reaching a breaking point’ amid COVID-19 pandemic: UN body

The World Food Programme on Tuesday said it needs $870 million to provide badly needed assistance to millions of Yemenis over the next six months. International donors had slashed funding earlier this year in response to obstruction by the Houthi rebels, leaving a major shortfall.

27 May 07:42 The Indian Express 2885715105724287832.html
Telangana HC asks govt to ramp up testing, submit report

"Not testing in large numbers is almost like inviting the Trojan horse. Why is the Telangana government under testing? Financial constraints cannot be cited as a reason as human lives are most important," the bench noted.

27 May 07:24 The Indian Express 2885715105536343000.html
PAS urges PKR not to contest in Chini by-election

KOTA BARU, May 27 — PAS has urged the opposition, especially Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), not to contest in the Chini state by-election scheduled to be held on July 4. PAS vice-president Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah said that apart from the opposition would find it difficult to win the seat, it...

27 May 07:59 Malaymail 302165934462977721.html
Public must obtain CAAM clearance to fly drones during CMCO, says senior minister

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Members of the public who wish to fly a drone during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period must first apply and obtain a permit from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM). Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said...

27 May 07:45 Malaymail 302165936315185942.html
Ismail Sabri orders private business owners to strictly follow MOH’s guidelines in sanitising premises

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Private business owners carrying out sanitisation efforts at their premises before resuming operations must strictly adhere to guidelines issued by the Health Ministry in terms of the disinfectant and chemicals used, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said today. Ismail Sabri...

27 May 07:53 Malaymail 302165935035862735.html
YouTube deletes comments critical of China’s communist party

YouTube has been deleting comments critical of China’s ruling party due to a software flaw, the company said.

27 May 07:02 The Indian Express 2885715105543590975.html
Copying, cheating in exam like plague and pandemic, can ruin education system: HC

The student, in her plea, had said she appeared in all the exams, but in the 'International Trade' exam held on December 3, 2019, she got late due to traffic and inadvertently carried some notes in her stationery pouch.

27 May 07:40 The Indian Express 2885715105319310833.html
New Finas chairman Zakaria Abdul Hamid says lack of exposure to film and TV industry not a hindrance

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 27 — The new chairman of the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) Zakaria Abdul Hamid said his lack of exposure to the industry is no obstacle to handling the responsibility that he has been entrusted with. He said although he did not have any background in the...

27 May 07:47 Malaymail 302165935670832317.html
B-Club, Kiza Lounge To Remain Shut After Court Declined To Suspend Order Revocking Permits

Four popular nightclubs in Nairobi's posh estate of Kilimani will remain shut after a court declined to issue an order reopening them pending hearing and determination of an appeal challenging revocat

27 May 07:34 KahawaTungu 3304128543302599355.html
81% of parents ‘would not have travelled for lockdown emergency childcare’

Almost a quarter of people said they had been in similar circumstances to Dominic Cummings but had chosen to stay put.

27 May 07:56 Shropshire Star 3480199993148193044.html
Boris Johnson urged to take responsibility over Dominic Cummings controversy

Labour’s Lisa Nandy said the Prime Minister must account for why the trip made by Mr Cummings from London to Durham was ‘unique’.

27 May 07:38 Shropshire Star 3480199991614191822.html
Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Police raised flags warning protesters to disperse as dozens of people were arrested.

27 May 07:20 Shropshire Star 3480199992027373278.html
Hong Kong high school students go back to class

Hong Kong public high school students began attending classes on Wednesday, part of a phased reopening after the financial hub successfully tackled its coronavirus outbreak. Hundreds of secondar...

27 May 07:00 Punch Newspapers 3524240994861372837.html
Rector, lecturer trade words over alleged plagiarism

Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo A senior academic staff member in Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State, Mr Matthew Omolade, has threatened a legal action against the Rector of the institution, Dr Adekolawo...

27 May 07:33 Punch Newspapers 3524240994405907411.html
Myer Ballarat shoppers evacuated onto Sturt Street

Ballarat's Myer store has been evacuated on its first day back since the end of March.

27 May 07:26 The Courier 3604583735338075256.html
Church reopening: CAN holds virtual meeting today

Our Reporters The Christian Association of Nigeria would hold a virtual meeting with Christian leaders on Wednesday to review guidelines, which would prevent the spread of COVID-19 in churches a...

27 May 07:45 Punch Newspapers 3524240994946473250.html
Three dead, 14 injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crashes

Daud Olatunji, Abeokuta Three persons lost their lives, while 14 others sustained varying degrees of injury in two separate crashes on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The two crashes, which occurred...

27 May 07:11 Punch Newspapers 3524240995978872410.html
The seat is too low - Senator Cherargei rejects Senate job

Murkomen did not decline Cherargei's former seat, adding fuel to reports that the Nandi Senator betrayed Ruto

27 May 07:31 Pulse Live 3606876836224013851.html
It's a girl! Cops deliver baby at Gauteng police station

The pregnant woman accompanied her husband to the Putfontein police station in Benoni when she started having labour pains.

27 May 07:30 News24 3752801377072730927.html
Video on Sani Abacha isolation centre aimed at discrediting COVID-19 fight - Ganduje

A statement signed by the commissioner for information, Malam Muhammad Garba, said there was no iota of truth in whatever the video clips attempted to portray.

27 May 07:57 Legit 3764253649666365248.html
It takes most foreign-trained doctors months to register in SA. How did Cuban health workers do it in 3 days?

The Health Professions Council of South Africa was supposed to have reviewed the curriculum of some international medical schools to help foreign-trained doctors register faster in the country. Two years later, there is still no list and some doctors are sitting idle amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

27 May 07:07 News24 3752801378634910781.html
S. Korea examines first suspected cases of syndrome in kids linked to Covid-19

SEOUL, May 27 — Two children who are the first suspected cases in South Korea of a rare, life-threatening syndrome linked with the new coronavirus, are recovering following treatment, health authorities said today. The symptoms of “Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome in Children” (MIS-C) are...

27 May 07:37 Malaymail 302165935772713005.html
Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

27 May 07:56 Shropshire Star 3480199993056028045.html
Queensland man becomes Australia's first Millennial to die from virus

The partner of a man who had not been tested for COVID-19 before his death is now unwell.

27 May 07:19 Australian Financial Review 3974284488324723272.html
Kaduvetti Guru’s family members attacked

Family members of former president of Vanniyar Sangam and leader of PMK Kaduvetti Guru were attacked last night. Continue Reading →

27 May 07:22 News Today 4115950001163938020.html
Mixed reaction from spiritual leaders to relaxed rules for religious gatherings

Religious leaders are aware of the dangers - 'we don't want our churches to be gateways to the grave,' said one.

27 May 07:45 The Citizen 410802302262642343.html
Call for all Fife children under five to be offered additional funded year at nursery

A Fife councillor has called for all children under five to be offered an additional year of funded nursery provision.

27 May 07:39 The Courier 4275302767273432506.html
India and China Move In More Troops as Border Tensions Rise

India has moved additional troops along its northern border as it prepares for an extended conflict with neighbor China, after several rounds of talks failed to ease tensions between the nuclear-armed rivals.

27 May 07:51 Bloomberg.com 4032480122464181162.html
5.31 lakh persons arrested for not following rules

As many as 5,36,792 persons were arrested for defying norms of social distancing in the State. Continue Reading →

27 May 07:26 News Today 4115950001835416705.html
Dundee man jailed after Valium-fuelled joyride

An infidelity caused a man to steal three cars and speed away from police while under the influence of drugs.

27 May 07:30 The Courier 4275302768296971993.html
China’s Foreign Ministry: Will take necessary countermeasures to foreign interference

China’s Foreign Ministry: Will take necessary countermeasures to foreign interference more to come ....

27 May 07:33 FXStreet 4480975639482783291.html
Karnataka to open temples, mosques and churches after May 31: CM Yediyurappa

Karnataka Chief Minister Yediyurappa on Wednesday said that his government will re-open temples, mosques and churches in the state after May 31.

27 May 07:10 Bangalore Mirror 4632149710049562991.html
South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school.

27 May 07:10 Digital Journal 4566489172398408984.html
Parts of north and southeast Delhi declared as new containment zones

Parts of north and southeast Delhi have been declared as containment zones after around a dozen Covid-19 cases were detected in the last two days, officials said on Tuesday.

27 May 07:09 The New Indian Express 4718288653757551056.html
Residents who beat gas power station now 'urging support' for energy firm's Plan B

"We are urging everyone to support the planning application"

27 May 07:00 BristolLive 4740742016103196187.html
IGNOU extends date of submitting assignments for term-end exams till 15 June, tests likely to be conducted in July

The student evaluation division of the university released a notice on 22 May (Friday) stating that the students can submit the assignments online for all Academic Programmes of IGNOU for the TEE, June 2020 till 15 June.

27 May 07:42 Firstpost 4760741713062057299.html
Fife cousins who started nursery together separated by new allocations process

‘Inseparable’ cousins face being parted as only one has been allocated a space to return to their nursery.

27 May 07:38 The Courier 4275302768025613061.html
Pani Puri Stall Reopens In Delhi's Chawri Bazar Amid Lockdown4

After the Centre allowed some relaxations in the fourth phase of the ongoing nation-wide lockdown to tackle the spread of coronavirus, street food was seen being sold by a vendor in Delhi's Chawri Bazar area.

27 May 07:00 NDTV.com 5090057681406199176.html
Himachal Congress leader, 3 councillors booked for obstructing cremation of coronavirus patient

The Congress leader has been identified as Mandi district chief of Mahila Congress Suman Chaudhary who along with three councillors and 16 others have been booked under various sections of IPC and Epidemic Disease Act.

27 May 07:21 India Today 4286117813337031997.html
"Severe Curbs Can Cause More Deaths Than Virus": Expert To Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who has been attacking the government over adversities being faced by lakhs amid coronavirus lockdown, today discussed several burning issues linked to the pandemic with two health experts - Professor Ashish Jha from Harvard University and Professor Johan Giesecke of the Karolinska Institute in Sweden.

27 May 07:00 NDTV.com 5090057682521709914.html
Buhari never ceded power to Abba Kyari, nor cancel 'his' appointments - Presidency

When he was alive, Mr Kyari was accused by several officials including the First Lady Aisha Buhari and National Security Adviser Babagana Monguno of

27 May 07:33 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299980400681.html
Buenos Aires: Jewish bride, groom and rabbi arrested at wedding - Foreign Affairs

Eight people, including the bride, groom, and officiating rabbi, arrested at Jewish wedding in Argentina.

27 May 07:06 Israel National News 5374683670224912449.html
Cops close two major Scots bridges amid 'ongoing incident'

The Clackmananshire Bridge and the nearby Kincardine Bridge were shut off in both directions

27 May 07:51 dailyrecord 552235479122098218.html
Yob spat at nurses in Paisley's Royal Alexandra Hospital after refusing to wear a mask

He was at the A&E department when he caused a disturbance

27 May 07:35 dailyrecord 552235480004984003.html
Twitter labels Trump tweets with a fact check for the first time

Twitter for the first time put a warning label under two posts by Donald Trump. Twitter highlighted two of Trump's tweets on Tuesday that falsely claimed mail-in ballots

27 May 07:07 TechGenyz 5378425016508206382.html
Supervisor in court for three security guards' murder

Ofentse Monaledi, a security guard, left home on the morning of April 2 to confront his employer over non-payment.

27 May 07:21 SowetanLIVE 5541808689746769725.html
Mnangagwa told to form a GNU by Zanu-PF stalwart

Former Cabinet minister Tshinga Dube has called on Emmerson Mnangagwa to form a government of national unity with the opposition to end the country's challenges...

27 May 07:41 Bulawayo24 News 5565663539796363409.html
Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans in Hong Kong before legislators later debate a bill criminalising abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

27 May 07:19 independent 5894610846195369279.html
More testing as aged-care staff get coronavirus

Staff and residents at an aged care centre in Melbourne's inner east are undergoing further testing for COVID-19 after two workers at the facility contracted the virus.

27 May 07:44 The New Daily 5848147787233073728.html
Germany extends COVID-19 distancing rules to end of June

Germany has extended social distancing rules aimed at containing the spread of the coronavirus epidemic to June 29, Chancellor Angela Merkel's ...

27 May 07:36 CNA 5644198863569751568.html
Twitter places fact-check notification on Trump tweet about mail-in ballots

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning readers his ...

27 May 07:18 CNA 5644198862672872722.html
Details expected soon on reopening of schools

DAILY calls between head teachers, the Education Department and teaching unions are continuing during this week’s scheduled half-term break in a bid to identify a way of safely reopening schools in June.

27 May 07:36 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774437116636.html
81% of parents ‘would not have travelled for lockdown emergency childcare’

Almost a quarter of people said they had been in similar circumstances to Dominic Cummings but had chosen to stay put.

27 May 07:58 Jersey Evening Post 6141642775229774100.html
Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

27 May 07:58 Jersey Evening Post 6141642775137609101.html
Family of Irish teenager who fell to his death in Australia ask for candles to be lit in his memory

Cian English (19) died while trying to flee a group of armed robbers, police have alleged

27 May 07:08 TheJournal.ie 6446904417410958063.html
South African Airways aims to resume domestic flights in mid-June

SAA, which is under a form of bankruptcy protection, suspended all commercial passenger flights in late March, when the government imposed one of the strictest lockdowns on the African continent.

27 May 07:00 Africanews 6630243979728138117.html
South Korea reports biggest spike in coronavirus cases in 49 days

South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-closed logistics facility.

27 May 07:06 Aljazeera 6642629763789676379.html
Video clip claims no arrangements on ground for coronavirus patients: HC seeks Centre, Delhi govt stand

The man — Dharmendra Bhardwaj — has alleged in the video that “tall claims” of both the governments regarding arrangements for coronavirus patients “are far from true on the ground”

27 May 07:49 The Hindu 6679535024714774175.html
Newsnight's Emily Maitlis issues blistering attack on government over Dominic Cummings row

The BBC host summed up the 'fury, contempt and anguish' expressed by the public over Boris Johnson's top aide, saying the country is shocked that the Prime Minister can't see that Mr Cummings broke the rules

27 May 07:12 mirror 675785260359334347.html
Move on! Government tells public to stop being outraged about Dominic Cummings

Housing minister Robert Jenrick risked further intensifying the row over Boris Johnson's top aide by suggesting the anger had gone on too long because Mr Cummings' behaviour was "reasonable"

27 May 07:38 mirror 675785260769599027.html
Houdini dead: Canadian rapper dies at 21 after being gunned down in Toronto shooting

Up and coming hip-hop star Houdini died after a fatal ambush in the Canadian city on Tuesday. Two others were injured in the attack but are expected to recover

27 May 07:03 mirror 675785261150658700.html
Peter Andre responds to Katie Price split heartache by announcing baby plans

Katie Price opened up about her agony over her split from first husband Peter Andre as he announced plans to start trying for another baby with wife Emily

27 May 07:33 mirror 675785261675640164.html
Woman with Covid-19 symptoms collapses in B&M but customers told to 'keep queuing'

Staff at the B&M in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, have claimed the store also wasn't properly cleaned after the woman was overheard telling paramedics she had coronavirus symptoms

27 May 07:50 mirror 675785260688362889.html
Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of arrested black man

To the general American public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck of a shirtless black man prone on the street, crying ou

27 May 07:09 The Japan Times 6673764367536783652.html
Pakistan registers 1,446 new coronavirus cases; total count crosses 59,000-mark

The authorities have so far conducted 499,399 coronavirus tests, including 8,491 in the last 24 hours, the ministry said.

27 May 07:17 The Hindu 6679535026190847200.html
Hong Kong police arrest hundreds and fire pepper balls at protesters

Scores stopped and searched as lawmakers debate proposed law on Chinese national anthem

27 May 07:18 Ft 707176889512047736.html
Twitter calls out US President Donald Trump, he responds

Twitter had on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by Trump.

27 May 07:34 Hindustan Times 696565557181797364.html
Anti-Lockdown Protesters Now Calling for Dems to Die

As the head of Cowboys for Trump, Couy Griffin has led pro-Trump horse rides through Washington, D.C., and posed for a photo in the White House with Donald Trump. He’s a superfan of the president and on May 17, he made the case that Democrats should die.“I’ve come to a place where I’ve come to a conclusion

27 May 07:36 Yahoo 7097669637963882841.html
Coronavirus: Pune reports 49 new cases over 12 hours

The district’s cumulative case tally, including deaths and recoveries, reached 6,529, said authorities

27 May 07:20 The Hindu 6679535024723045571.html
Putin says worst-case coronavirus scenario in Moscow averted as lockdown unwinds

President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Moscow, the epicentre of Russia's coronavirus outbreak, had succeeded in preventing what he called worst-case scenarios as the city announced it would ease tough lockdown measures within days. Speaking to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, an ally, by video

27 May 07:44 Yahoo 7097669638197389059.html
Bihar Minister Courts Controversy As He Flouts Social Distancing Norms While Honouring 'Bicycle Girl'

She has caught the world's attention after she bicycled her injured father 1,200 km to reach her native village from Gurugram more than a week ago.

27 May 07:15 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386084316256191.html
Police rule out charging News Corp journalist Annika Smethurst

The political editor's home was raided last year as part of an investigation into leaked government documents.

27 May 07:11 WAtoday 6806590900675952134.html
Yogi Prahlad Jani, Who Claimed to Survive Without Food or Water For 76 Years, Dies at 90 in Gujarat

He claimed that he had stopped taking food and water at the age of 14, and survived only on air, because the Goddess sustained him.

27 May 07:54 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386084519486537.html
Boris Johnson urged to take responsibility over Dominic Cummings controversy

Labour’s Lisa Nandy said the Prime Minister must account for why the trip made by Mr Cummings from London to Durham was ‘unique’.

27 May 07:38 Express & Star 7324224459160369358.html
South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus and has rushed to contain new infections as life returns to normal. An outbreak at a warehouse of e-commerce firm Coupang in Bucheon, west of Seoul, has seen 36 cases so far, the KCDC added.

27 May 07:01 Yahoo 7097669637080771378.html
Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Police raised flags warning protesters to disperse as dozens of people were arrested.

27 May 07:21 Express & Star 7324224459573550814.html
81% of parents ‘would not have travelled for lockdown emergency childcare’

Almost a quarter of people said they had been in similar circumstances to Dominic Cummings but had chosen to stay put.

27 May 07:57 Express & Star 7324224460694370580.html
Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

27 May 07:57 Express & Star 7324224460602205581.html
House Republicans sue Pelosi to stop proxy voting during coronavirus crisis: 'dereliction of our duty'

Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your day ...

27 May 07:57 Fox News 7362823820394259564.html
Music composer Pritam Chakraborty's father dies after two-year battle with Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s

His last rites were held on Sunday in Amboli.

27 May 07:03 DNA India 7533428662619588391.html
Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton’s royal wedding ‘rift’ all started ‘over a pair of TIGHTS’ sources claim

MEGHAN Markle and Kate Middleton’s royal wedding ‘rift’ was over a pair of tights, it has been claimed today. The Sun previously revealed Meghan had left Kate in tears over what t…

27 May 07:20 The Sun 7379604592013555466.html
Cong leader Rahul Gandhi calls Maha CM Uddhav Thackeray, says party stands firmly with state govt amidst COVID-19 crisis

In a phone conversation, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has assured Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray that the party stands with the Maharashtra government amidst the coronavirus pandemic, and pledged full support to the state government.

27 May 07:23 DNA India 7533428661725175010.html
Cotton Association draws Agriculture Minister's attention to locust attack

"We request the Agriculture Minister to take appropriate steps at the earliest for controlling these locusts attacks and also to advise the concerned central and state government agencies to issue necessary guidelines to the farmers in order to protect their interest and jointly fight against this menace," said Atul S Ganatra, president, CAI.

27 May 07:10 The Economic Times 7653256036783252257.html
Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending Nizamuddin event

The charge sheets will be filed in Saket court against the 294 foreigners belonging to 14 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and several African nations, police said. Earlier on Tuesday, the city police had filed 20 charge sheets against 82 foreigners.

27 May 07:55 The Economic Times 7653256037558864666.html
Lockdown plight: Labourers who sold goats for a flight ticket will finally fly home

IndiGo has agreed to help the three to fly from Mumbai after their flight was cancelled.

27 May 07:06 The Economic Times 7653256036437810302.html
Amnesty: How children who escaped Boko Haram captivity are tortured in detention

Hundreds of children who escaped from Boko Haram captivity in the north-east are being tortured by the military, Amnesty International (AI) says in a report to commemorate Children’s Day on

27 May 07:24 TheCable 7513571674446536723.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

27 May 07:46 The Jakarta Post 7678601103704743222.html
Hong Kong legislature surrounded by riot police ahead of expected protests

Hundreds of riot police took up posts around Hong Kong's legislature overnight, as protests were expected on Wednesday over a bill criminalizing disrespect of China's national anthem and against plans by Beijing to impose national security laws.

27 May 07:30 The Jakarta Post 7678601103996517538.html
Burundi opposition to contest polls loss

CNL officials preparing appeals, says a party lawmaker.

27 May 07:41 Daily Nation 7421817125549686573.html
Hotels in Bali brace for travel-restriction relaxation, 'new normal'

The deputy chairman of the Bali Hotel General Managers Association (IHGMA), Ketut Swabawa, said it was necessary to build a thorough new normal ecosystem before travel restrictions could be relaxed.

27 May 07:33 The Jakarta Post 7678601104045420894.html
MVA allies firefight after Rahul's statement on Congress role in Maha government

The Congress, along with the Shiv Sena and the NCP, is part of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government.

27 May 07:57 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363981992259.html
Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The anthem bill is set for a second reading today and is expected to be turned into law next month

27 May 07:33 Deccan Chronicle 7881006362970795633.html
Another two Grow Super staff stood aside amid Dally M scandal

Two staff at Grow Super have been stood aside amid a police probe into a betting plunge on the Dally M.

27 May 07:59 The Age 7967730563141074219.html
Schools likely to re-open from July 1 in Karnataka

Karnataka Schools re-open: After announcing dates for SSLC examinations in Karnataka to be held in June

27 May 07:39 The Hans India 817019414731251458.html
Doctor in SC questions Centre's new SOP ending 14-day mandatory quarantine of COVID-19 health workers

A bench of Justices Ashok Bhushan, SK Kaul and MR Shah took the affidavit filed by doctor Arushi Jain in her pending petition on record and gave time to Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, to file the reply by next week.

27 May 07:22 The Economic Times 7653256037876448551.html
TDP announces Rs 50,000 to LG Polymer victims

TDP announced Rs 50,000 for each deceased in the LG Polymers gas leak tragedy. 12 people died in this incident and all of them will get the benefit from TDP.

27 May 07:03 The Hans India 817019414915173144.html
Pennsylvania man pleads guilty in university admission scandal

May 27 (UPI) -- A former biotech executive from Pennsylvania has pleaded guilty to paying a Georgetown tennis coach more than $50,000 in exchange for recruiting his daughter as a sports athlete to gain her admission to the prestigious school.

27 May 07:59 UPI 8257973864755517144.html
On This Day: Patent issued for Scotch tape

On May 27, 1930, Richard Gurley Drew received a patent for his adhesive tape, which was later manufactured by 3M as Scotch tape.

27 May 07:00 UPI 8257973865853359275.html
Missile attack on Yemen army base in Marib kills seven: sources

ADEN (Reuters) - Houthi fighters in Yemen fired missiles at a military base of the Saudi-backed government in Marib province, northeast of the capital Sanaa, on Tuesday, killing seven people including relatives of the chief of staff, three military sources said.

27 May 07:49 Reuters 8334514180678655439.html
China says will act against foreign interference to Hong Kong law

BEIJING (Reuters) - China will take necessary countermeasures to foreign interference regarding the new Hong Kong security legislation being deliberated, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday.

27 May 07:40 Reuters 8334514181265973300.html
Australia eyes New Zealand travel 'bubble' as cases fall

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Falling numbers of active coronavirus cases in Australia and New Zealand are paving the way for the easing of travel restrictions between the two countries, health officials said on Wednesday, even as Australia recorded its youngest coronavirus death.

27 May 07:51 Reuters 8334514180077900357.html
South Korea examines first suspected cases of syndrome in kids linked to COVID-19

SEOUL (Reuters) - Two children who are the first suspected cases in South Korea of a rare, life-threatening syndrome linked with the new coronavirus, are recovering following treatment, health authorities said on Wednesday.

27 May 07:29 Reuters 8334514181502426109.html
Woman sacked after viral video of her calling police on black man

A woman who reported a black man to the police after he asked her to put her dog on a lead in New York's Central Park has been fired from her job and had her dog taken away.

27 May 07:10 LBC 8547475187306039149.html
Bushwalkers found alive after missing for 19 days in New Zealand national park

Friends and family of Jessica O'Connor and Dion Reynolds are "absolutely over the moon" with delight that the pair have been found safe and well.

27 May 07:53 The Age 7967730561798994137.html
Police arrest suspect in Kyoto Animation studio arson attack that killed 36

Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation. Kyoto police said they arrested Shinji Aoba, 42, on murder and arson allegations, 10 months after obtaining…

27 May 07:01 Japan Today 8582716285782311321.html
Family Narrates Brutal Murder of Kin by Police During Curfew [VIDEO]

A family narrated the brutal murder of their kin by police officers during curfew...

27 May 07:29 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153191763850.html
Koike to announce candidacy in June for Tokyo gubernatorial election

Tokyo Gov Yuriko Koike will announce her candidacy around June 10 for this summer's gubernatorial election in the capital, a source familiar with the situation said Wednesday. Koike, a former defense minister, became governor in 2016 without the backing of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's Liberal Democratic Party. But the party…

27 May 07:03 Japan Today 8582716286598656374.html
Uhuru to Host World Presidents in Virtual Meeting on Covid-19

President Uhuru Kenyatta is slated to host a summit involving several heads of state from multiple continents, with deliberations to...

27 May 07:10 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838154064835114.html
Coronavirus: Karnataka wants to reopen religious places from June 1, Yediyurappa writes to PM Modi

The chief minister said lots of permissions are needed before opening up.

27 May 07:33 Scroll.in 8669301692441740590.html
Assam: Nearly 2 lakh people affected, over 8,000 shifted to relief camps in first wave of floods

A total of 35 relief camps and distribution centres have been opened.

27 May 07:46 Scroll.in 8669301692258664243.html
Rise in new COVID cases attributed to Thai returnees

Health officials reported nine new COVID-19 infection cases today, the most since May 4 All involved Thai men returned from overseas who tested positive at government quarantine facilities: two from the United States, one from Qatar and six...

27 May 07:31 Coconuts 8871564983089988582.html
Real Reason Why Landlord Killed Tenant Known As ‘Ofankor Shatta Wale’ At Ofankor In Accra Revealed

The Police seem to be making headway into the investigation of a landlord who gunned down his tenant Benjamin Otchere, 31, at Ofankor in Accra for refusing to vacate a two-bedroom apartment on Saturday, 24th May 2020,  the same day his rent expired.

27 May 07:09 GhBase.com 8689748846366845453.html
For first time, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter put a warning label under two posts by Donald Trump, prompting the US president to accuse the popular social media platform of "interfering" in the presidential election.

27 May 07:10 Free Press Journal 9080771787336875772.html
Elton John throws support behind wrongfully imprisoned AGT contestant

Archie was imprisoned for 36 years.

27 May 07:29 Metro 970161747597708051.html
Twitter labels Trump tweets with fact-checking warning

Apparently, the President's tweets aren't always factually accurate

27 May 07:59 Metro 970161747695846493.html
Brazil reports over 1,000 virus deaths, 16,000 cases

Total case count in world's second worst-hit countr­y crosse­s 390,000, death toll nears 25,000

27 May 08:16 The Express Tribune 1105816787882963808.html
Covid-19 update: 9 additional deaths and 37 new cases of Covid-19 confirmed in Ireland

A further nine people have passed away from Covid-19 in Ireland according to the latest data from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre. There have now been a total 1,615 Covid-19 related deaths i...

27 May 08:59 TipperaryLive 1097599578336945614.html
Boris to face just 20 minutes of MPs' questions about Dominic Cummings

The Prime Minister will appear before the Commons Liaison Committee today.

27 May 07:15 Metro 970161748940439024.html
Kathy Griffin sparks outrage by tweeting President Trump should 'inject air'

Thousands have called for the Secret Service to investigate the comedian.

27 May 07:55 Metro 970161748273754874.html
Covid-19: 7 new cases in China, 19 in South Korea

Overal­l count since the countr­y's first case on Januar­y 25 is now up to 11,275, includ­ing 269 deaths­

27 May 08:16 The Express Tribune 1105816787517210941.html
Maharashtra: Amid reports of rift in Thackeray-led MVA, Speaker says no 'emergency' or 'political situation' in state

With as many as 54,758 positive cases of COVID-19, Maharashtra is currently is the worst coronavirus affected state in the country.

27 May 08:06 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192563224391.html
Centre, Maharashtra spar over Shramik Specials ‘going empty’

According to the Railways, based on the demand assessment provided by the Maharashtra government on May 15, 145 trains were planned.

27 May 08:48 The Financial Express 1288289579724144204.html
The first batch of Sri Lankans leaves Doha in special repatriation flight

The first batch of Sri Lankans departed from Doha as part of a repatriation drive by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Qatar, yesterday.  A total of 275 were onboard Srilankan Airlines flight UL 218 departed from Hamad International Airport.

27 May 08:21 The Peninsula 1202843881291279545.html
E-pass not required for travellers moving in/out of Mumbai airport

Following the Maharashtra government's decision to resume operation of domestic flights in the state, the Mumbai police has decided to allow passenger/s moving to and from the Mumbai airport to travel without an e-pass.

27 May 08:40 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192715042724.html
South Korea examines first suspected cases of syndrome in kids linked to Covid-19

The sympto­ms of MIS-C are simila­r to toxic shock and Kawasa­ki diseas­e

27 May 08:59 The Express Tribune 1105816787891095489.html
Monkey Spotted Walking On Top Of Shelves Inside Hospital Operation Theater In Port-Of-Spain

When medics of Port-of-Spain General Hospital resume elective surgeries, they found a wild monkey roaming about an operation theatre.

27 May 08:53 Storypick 1893184248226995776.html
Parents with childcare issues should 'do as Dominic Cummings did', says Cabinet minister Robert Jenrick as he shrugs off party's poll plunge telling 40 Tory MPs calling for aide to be sacked to 'move on'

In a tetchy round of interviews, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said people were entitled to exercise 'personal judgement' over the tough lockdown rules.

27 May 08:21 Mail Online 124328111503265392.html
Don’t panic but stay safe, says doctor who recovered from COVID-19

People should not panic but follow the precautionary measure by the government to limit the spread of COVID-19, says doctor who recovered from virus in Qatar.

27 May 08:55 The Peninsula 1202843881519233471.html
Cong to launch 'SpeakUp' campaign to raise voice of poor, migrants, small businesses

The Congress will launch a 'SpeakUp' campaign on May 28 to help raise the voice of the poor, migrants, small businesses and the middle class people before the central government.

27 May 08:05 Oneindia 2023829371863184272.html
Shocking moment reckless father is caught tearing across a field on a motorbike with a TODDLER on his lap

A police helicopter captured footage of the 28-year-old father in Coventry. The suspect was detained and has been reported for prosecution for careless driving.

27 May 08:49 Mail Online 124328110791017559.html
'Overall stable and controllable': Amid continuing standoff, China on situation at India border

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is 'overall stable and controllable,' and both the countries have proper mechanisms and communication channels to resolve the issues through a dialogue and consultation.

27 May 08:40 Oneindia 2023829372648683417.html
Coronavirus outbreak: Ukraine's football league to restart on Saturday

The Ukrainian Premier League will restart its season this weekend, in line with a gradual easing of the coronavirus-related lockdown measures in the country, its governing body said Tuesday. The

27 May 08:20 Deccan Herald 2027555796696053811.html
Ram Temple trust chief offers prayers at shrine after 28 years

Ram temple trust chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das has offered prayers at the Ram Lalla shrine here on what is said to be his first visit to the makeshift temple in nearly three decades.

27 May 08:38 Oneindia 2023829371085124421.html
Fearing coronavirus, OFWs in Algeria ask PH gov’t to bring them home

At least 152 Filipinos working in construction sites remain stranded in the African country

27 May 08:52 Rappler 1882105642954110607.html
Substitute host Katie Razzall stands in for Emily Maitlis on tonight's Newsnight after BBC admits she DID breach impartiality rules with amazing diatribe on Dominic Cummings and PM - as viewers demand full Ofcom probe

Reporter Katie Razzall stood in for Emily Maitlis on tonight's Newsnight after the BBC admitted the host breached impartiality rules in an opening monologue about the Dominic Cummings row.

27 May 08:02 Mail Online 124328112337274771.html
Body of COVID-19 victim cremated in open in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi amid protest by locals

The body of a woman who died due to COVID-19 was cremated in the open on the banks of ­­­Suketi Khud in Mandi district, amidst protest by local residents who objected to it over fear of catching the

27 May 08:07 Deccan Herald 2027555797312555918.html
Internet cafe for lawyers? How PH justice system will cope with new normal

It will be a digital transformation, says the Supreme Court, but how will it make sure that every litigant has equal access to technology?

27 May 08:26 Rappler 1882105642023800776.html
Saudi crown prince orders house, car for dead breadwinner’s family

The family head, wife and daughter were swept away by floods

27 May 08:40 Gulf News 2086521545637845693.html
Why Trump has an issue with mail-in voting

Voting by mail in its old-fashioned version has traditionally been Republican speciality

27 May 08:06 Gulf News 2086521543707886598.html
Plane crash: 19 bodies of Pakistan International Airlines plane crash victims forcibly taken

Relatives did not even let the authorities conduct DNA tests to identify charred bodies

27 May 08:59 Gulf News 2086521545064915295.html
3-month-old baby Olive born in ‘coronavirus period’ shows ANGRY FACE

A 3-month-old baby, Olive, has become a viral sensation expressing an angry face while taking passport photos. The Infant’s mum, Alice Tranfield stated that Olive as a UK and Australian citizen requires two passports so since

27 May 08:05 LailasNews.com 2090029850133870424.html
This is why a resident thanked Dubai Police on Twitter

A neighbour feud during the Eid holidays led a Dubai resident to call police

27 May 08:30 Gulf News 2086521544486867291.html
Presidency denies reports on Buhari canceling appointments, approvals made by Abba Kyari

Nigerian Presidency on Tuesday night denied reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has cancelled appointments and memos

27 May 08:31 The ICIR 2244788520430562928.html
'OK, let's make history': hybrid House of Commons convenes to debate COVID-19

"OK, let's make history": with those words from the Speaker of the House of Commons, a hybrid meeting of members of Parliament is now underway.

27 May 08:54 CTVNews 2422791597605621785.html
Paedophile jailed for 17 years for persistent abuse of young girl

Michael James Buckmaster described his own behaviour as being "disgusting, perverted and sickening".

27 May 08:28 Brisbane Times 2314609340253467709.html
Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops

An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.

27 May 08:25 CTVNews 2422791597137952569.html
‘How long before we strike back?’: Ice Cube reacts to death of unarmed black man following arrest in Minneapolis

The death of an unarmed black man after a police officer knelt on his neck has sparked outrage, prompting the rapper Ice Cube to tweet: “How long will we go for Blue on Black Crime before we strike

27 May 08:35 The Independent 2511519171896678066.html
Gayle King says it’s ‘open season’ on black men in America following Amy Cooper and Minneapolis incidents

Gayle King has said it’s “open season” on black men in response to two separate videos of racist behaviour, which circulated online Tuesday (26 May).

27 May 08:58 The Independent 2511519172567335697.html
Millions gone in Delta market fires - The Nation Nigeria

No fewer than 300 shops were on Tuesday razed in Asaba, the Delta State capital. Gone with shops were articles valued at millions

27 May 08:00 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901771582567.html
Haryana liquor scam: Key member to retire on May 31, govt yet to empower SET

About 5,500 boxes of liquor which were recovered from smugglers by police and excise officials in 14 cases had disappeared from its stock in Sonipat district which had prompted the probe into the matter.

27 May 08:01 The Indian Express 2885715103940862484.html
Bar Council of India urges Chief Justice Bobde to re-start courts from June 1

In the letter, BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra asserted that only 10 per cent of the cases are being heard these days despite the fact that there was an 80 per cent pendency of cases in trial courts.

27 May 08:00 The Indian Express 2885715104903741236.html
Migrants issue: Randeep Surjewala moves Supreme Court, seeks permission to intervene

Surjewala said he wants to apprise the top court of "certain pertinent measures" that may be considered by the Centre in order to alleviate the plight of migrant labourers who are stranded or travelling long distances.

27 May 08:21 The Indian Express 2885715104916351997.html
CPCB shuts UP distillery owned by Rana Gurjit kin, cites pollution

The CPCB also issued notice to the industrial unit, Rana Sugars Ltd (Distillery Division), at village Belwara in Moradabad, as to why a environmental compensation of Rs 3.16 crore should not be levied on it for the violations.

27 May 08:19 The Indian Express 2885715104980266177.html
Chief Secy vs Punjab ministers: All eyes on Cabinet today

The Cabinet meeting was called a few hours after Manpreet Badal and Channi met the CM at the latter’s farm house on Monday.

27 May 08:40 The Indian Express 2885715105345566802.html
Mexico hits new virus record of over 500 deaths reported in a day

Mexico’s health department has reported 501 deaths from the coronavirus, a new one-day high and the first time the figure exceeded 500.

27 May 08:25 Nagalandpost 3019528211666780986.html
Doctor in SC questions Centre’s new SOP ending 14-day mandatory quarantine of health workers

As per the advisory, quarantine of healthcare workers, other than the two categories -- in case of high exposure to COVID-19 and in cases of health care workers showing symptoms of COVID-19 -- is not warranted, it said.

27 May 08:22 The Indian Express 2885715105823911653.html
Foundation stone laid for DPIN

Foundation stone for Development of Pilgrimage Infrustructure in Nagaland (DPIN) was laid under PRASAD Scheme at Molungkimong village on May 16 by advisor of Tourism, Art and Culture, Khehovi Yepthomi along with minister for Higher Education, Technical Education and Tribal Affairs, Temjen Imna Along.

27 May 08:21 Nagalandpost 3019528212915943229.html
HK arrests protesters ahead of controversial law discussion

 At least 15 people were arrested here on Wednesday by security forces, who have been deployed in greater numbers on the streets in recent hours, ahead of a controversial bill criminalising disrespect to the Chinese anthem being presented before in the Legislative Council.

27 May 08:25 Nagalandpost 3019528212978021165.html
MLA irked over delay in shifting COVID-19 case

The Alleged delay in shifting COVID-19 positive cases lodged in a quarantine facility irked a legislator in Manipur who also drew the chief minister’s attention to the issue on Wednesday.

27 May 08:13 Nagalandpost 3019528212459565803.html
KVSU assists students for online education

The introduction of online education system since COVID-19 lockdown has not been readily appreciated by all as many families do not have access to TV, phone or radio. 

27 May 08:22 Nagalandpost 3019528212151957518.html
Contributions toward combating COVID-19

Churches, individuals and other social organisations have contributed towards COVID-19 fund and also to the quarantine centres with Bibles, gift packages and other essentials. 

27 May 08:22 Nagalandpost 3019528212416768659.html
Poll slump hits UK’s Johnson in wake of Cummings scandal

LONDON, May 27 — Support for Boris Johnson has slumped by the sharpest fall for a Conservative party leader in a decade following the Dominic Cummings scandal, according to an opinion poll published today. As the prime minister prepares to be quizzed by senior MPs later today over his...

27 May 08:35 Malaymail 302165934508570190.html
Covid-19: Malaysia has sufficient supply of food and necessities, says minister

SERIAN, May 27 — Malaysia has sufficient supply of basic food and necessities to last during the current Covid-19 pandemic period, said Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) Datuk Alexander Nanta Linggi. He said the KPDNHEP, together with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food...

27 May 08:52 Malaymail 302165936203938973.html
PJ cops confirm online harassment of DAP reps being looked into

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The police have confirmed they are investigating the online harassment of two DAP assemblymen, after they allegedly received death threats on Facebook. Petaling Jaya police chief Asst Comm Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal said a report was lodged by Bandar Utama assemblyman Jamaliah...

27 May 08:40 Malaymail 302165936357401264.html
285 Kenyans Killed In Floods, More Than 800,000 Others Affected – CS Wamalwa

Floods have so far claimed 285 lives, Devolution CS Eugene Wamalwa announced on Wednesday.Addressing the media, the CS also noted that the number of people affected has risen to reach 810,655.

27 May 08:10 KahawaTungu 3304128543131865794.html
Putrajaya delays enforcing law amendment for worker housing improvement

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Ministry of Human Resources said today it would delay enforcing the amendment to a law that would have required employers to improve housing for their workers. Its minister Datuk M. Saravanan said the delay is meant to give companies more time to prepare. Parliament’s...

27 May 08:13 Malaymail 302165936083892046.html
Lagos pulls down distressed storey-building - The Nation Nigeria

The Lagos State government on Tuesday demolished a two-storey building located on Western Avenue. The building, situated at ..

27 May 08:10 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900421544556.html
Four police officers fired following death of unarmed black man who had neck knelt on during arrest

Four Minneapolis police officers have been fired after video showed one of them kneeling on the neck of a black man who later died. Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey confirmed the termination of the four

27 May 08:22 The Independent 2511519172115546959.html
COVID-19: 5 more test positive in M’laya

Five more persons, including three women tested positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, taking the total of active COVID-19 cases to seven in the state, health official said on Wednesday. 

27 May 08:20 Nagalandpost 3019528213135832383.html
India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

27 May 08:19 phys.org 3476726124925601815.html
MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons

Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.

27 May 08:54 CTVNews 2422791597717291657.html
Health ministry gets Madagascar’s drug from SGF today

Our Reporters Barring any last-minute change in plan, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, will on Wednesday (today) hand over Madagascan native formulation for the ...

27 May 08:00 Punch Newspapers 3524240995221706206.html
ECOWAS Court adjusts rules of procedure

The ECOWAS Court of Justice says it has updated its Practice Direction to enable the virtual conduct of Court sessions. The court also said it has updated the electronic filing of processes, acc...

27 May 08:55 Punch Newspapers 3524240994630102828.html
KEBS distances itself from viral press statement on Gikambura-Kikuyu relief food incident

At least 20 people were taken ill after consuming suspected poisoned foodstuff

27 May 08:17 Pulse Live 3606876836529302152.html
Coronavirus: NCDC announces 276 new cases, total soars to 8,344

Fresh 276 cases of Covid-19 have been announced by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control on Tuesday, bringing the total infection to 8,344, with 16 new deaths.

27 May 08:58 Legit 3764253650283791277.html
Businessman splurges on lamborghini, 2 jeeps and 2 porsches

A businessman from Joburg left social media users' tongues wagging when he shared a video showing off his new luxury vehicles. He bought 5 cars in one day.

27 May 08:20 Legit 3764253650258447068.html
WATCH | Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.

27 May 08:21 News24 3752801377763160308.html
CMCO: 38 detained for gathering to take photos at Taman Semabok Perdana

MELAKA, May 26 — A total of 38 individuals were arrested for gathering to take photograph of the lotus flower scenery at the catchment area in Taman Semabok Perdana today.

27 May 08:24 SoyaCincau.com 3698931831961508028.html
Insecurity: Zamfara PDP hails Buhari on victory over banditry, crimes

At least for once, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is on the same page with the President Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government on a number of issues.

27 May 08:31 Legit 3764253650131721746.html
2020 budget: NASS suspends holiday to consider revised appropriation bill

The National Assembly, the legislative arm of the country, has put its holiday on hold in order to reconvene and consider the 2020 revised budget on Thursday.

27 May 08:27 Legit 3764253651170774944.html
Health ministry gets Madagascar drug from SGF today

Our Reporters Barring any last-minute change in plan, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, will on Wednesday (today) hand over Madagascan native formulation for the ...

27 May 08:00 Punch Newspapers 3524240995660719673.html
Everett man identified as victim of deadly gunfire at party

William Thomas Harper III, 28, was shot to death Sunday. His alleged assailant is jailed.

27 May 08:30 HeraldNet 3867135408084327830.html
Albanese feeling cocky as he tries to pluck byelection votes

Anthony Albanese wants to make the Eden-Monaro byelection a test of the government's response to coronavirus and the bushfires that devastated the seat.

27 May 08:04 Australian Financial Review 3974284487696819991.html
Boeing workers cope with the virus threat as layoffs loom

Five weeks after they returned to work, Boeing workers say measures inside the plants are mostly working.

27 May 08:30 HeraldNet 3867135407882322548.html
'We know businesses are hurting': Qld Tourism Minister

Queensland Tourism Minister Kate Jones says it is a delicate balance between health and the economy when dealing with the coronavirus.

27 May 08:13 Australian Financial Review 3974284488177465873.html
Nevada to reopen casinos June 4, welcoming tourists again

By allowing the casinos to reopen, with new rules on social distancing and sanitizing, the governor said Nevada would again welcome visitors but would be prepared to close down again if there is a spike in cases.

27 May 08:14 WVLT 4089046910563940315.html
Obaseki constructs roads in Ekosodin after years of neglect, as projects excite residents

Residents in Ekosodin community, Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, have applauded the Governor Godwin Obaseki

27 May 08:55 Vanguard News 4125100340060536923.html
National anthem bill reignites Hong Kong unrest

Riot police clashed with office workers on their lunch break in Hong Kong on Wednesday after a bill which would outlaw insults to China's national anthem became the latest trigger for unrest.

27 May 08:18 Australian Financial Review 3974284486477956435.html
The Untold Story of the ‘Daring’ WW1 German Ship That Became a Word in Tamil!

Chennai: The Tamil word Emden originates from a German World War One Ship Called the SMS Emden which bombarded the city in 1914.

27 May 08:30 The Better India 450426084385390359.html
House Passes Uighur Bill in Rebuke to China, Sends It to Trump

The U.S. House voted Wednesday to authorize sanctions against Chinese officials for human rights abuses against Muslim minorities, as Congress and the White House ratchet up pressure on the government in Beijing amid rising tensions between the world’s two biggest economies.

27 May 08:00 Bloomberg.com 4032480121700836477.html
Saunders: Trump can’t have it both ways on states’ rights

He can’t tell states to lead on the coronavirus response, then tell them how to run their elections.

27 May 08:30 HeraldNet 3867135409078381381.html
Facebook Ran Multi-Year Charm Offensive to Woo State Prosecutors

Sheryl Sandberg’s schedule was packed as the Facebook Inc. chief operating officer arrived in Portland, Oregon, for a summer forum of state prosecutors who were meeting to talk shop and share ideas with one another.

27 May 08:00 Bloomberg.com 4032480121800356645.html
COVID-19: FG, Shell, Eni await new date for $1.1bn Malabu court case in Italy — Investigation

BARELY, a week after the London court had dismissed the $1.1 billion Malabu case, involving the purchase of Oil Prospecting Licence

27 May 08:17 Vanguard News 4125100339146060726.html
KCR to release water from Kondapochamma on May 29

Kondapochamma is one among the aggregation of several projects, which is called Kaleshwaram.

27 May 08:18 The New Indian Express 4718288654515760252.html
No new reports of fighting despite Afghan ceasefire ending

Appeals for the Taliban to extend a ceasefire with Afghan forces went unanswered Wednesday, but there were no reports of major violence and the militants said they would release some government prisoners.

27 May 08:40 Digital Journal 4566489172779750569.html
COVID-19: India death toll rises to 4,337; total cases reach 1,51,767

The number of active coronavirus cases stands at 83,004, while 64,425 people have recovered and one patient has migrated, it said.

27 May 08:10 The New Indian Express 4718288654005752545.html
White House defends, but does not explain Donald Trump firing watchdog

A White House letter issued in response to concerns from a prominent Republican senator does little to explain the decision-making behind Trump's recent upheaval of the inspector general community.

27 May 08:02 The New Indian Express 4718288654727780868.html
Congress' RS Surjewala moves SC over migrant crisis; seeks to be heard in suo motu case listed for tomorrow

Surjewala has requested in his plea that the Centre should be directed to come up with a nationwide plan to ease the pressure on India's migrant population

27 May 08:26 Firstpost 4760741712451355108.html
British minister says 'move on' from rage over PM adviser Cummings' road trip

LONDON — A British minister said on Wednesday that it was time to “move on” after Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s senior adviser provoked outrage and widespread scorn by making a 400 km (250 mile) road trip during the coronavirus lockdown.

27 May 08:16 National Post 4816958591240084424.html
Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

27 May 08:00 KitchenerToday.com 52741009142731221.html
'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families

Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive. He said daily visits to her window at Orchard Villa in Pickering, Ont.

27 May 08:00 KitchenerToday.com 52741008750008157.html
Maharashtra Reports Over 2,000 New Cases For Ten Consecutive Days, State’s Covid-19 Tally Reaches 54,758

The total number of active cases in the state has increased to 36,004.

27 May 08:12 Swarajya 4977622828842216006.html
India braces for worst locust attack in three decades: Authorities procure drones, pesticides but financial damage from crop loss to be huge

Already overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic, farmers in north India are now worrying over the kharif crop even as a new wave of locust attacks, predicted to be the worst in almost three decades, is expected by June

27 May 08:12 Firstpost 4760741712116138633.html
Cotton trade body writes to Centre seeking early measures to control locust menace

The locust attack in parts of India is feared to pose a threat on the kharif cotton crop in the key growing States. The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has appealed to the Centre for taking immediat

27 May 08:57 BusinessLine 5283600888598461.html
Israeli Minister Calls on Twitter CEO to Ban Iran’s Khamenei

The Iranian leader is using Twitter “to promote hatred against the Jewish people and the State of Israel,” says newly-appointed Strategic Affairs Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen.

27 May 08:21 Breaking Israel News 540123161069485805.html
MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons

OTTAWA — Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.

27 May 08:00 KitchenerToday.com 52741010210603801.html
All expelled almajiris welcome to Zamfara - Governor

He said the decision followed "a careful study of almajiri system in the state which only needs to be integrated into western education for the purpose

27 May 08:34 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299460172968.html
Quebec plan to review status for asylum seekers working in care homes questioned

Quebec Premier Francois Legault's promise to review the status of asylum seekers working in long-term care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic raises more questions than it answers, advocates say.

27 May 08:00 KitchenerToday.com 52741009134881088.html
COVID-19: 875 people commit suicide during lockdown in Nepal

The country has been under lockdown, against coronavirus disease, since March 24.

27 May 08:27 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729301186111379.html
Tortured abductees charged over lockdown hunger protest

ZIMBABWEAN authorities on Tuesday charged three opposition MDC-Alliance party youth leaders, who are victims of abduction and torture, with committing public vi...

27 May 08:39 Bulawayo24 News 5565663538597880039.html
Senior Arab Officials: Senior Saudi, Jordanian officials say moderate Arab states back Israel's sovereignty plan - Middle East

While Arab leaders officially oppose Israel's sovereignty plan, many have backed the plan in closed-door talks with the US.

27 May 08:28 Israel National News 5374683668773827397.html
285 killed by floods since April - CS Wamalwa

So far, 285 people have lost their lives and 810,655 others affected by floods, mudslides and landslides occasioned by heavy rains in most regions.

27 May 08:23 The Standard 5587226194050239640.html
Tory councillor calls on Dominic Cummings to apologise for lockdown journey

Bill Binks has been unable to travel down to south-west England to see his family after his daughter-in-law died of cancer

27 May 08:23 dailyrecord 552235479292681612.html
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem Bill

HONG KONG: Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday (May 27) as activists called for protests against a Bill to ...

27 May 08:24 CNA 5644198864099078022.html
After surviving COVID-19, grandmother, 71, killed while protecting granddaughter from attack

Sheila Lucas was fatally shot and killed Saturday night in Southeast Washington while trying to protect her granddaughter during an attack.

27 May 08:30 Face2Face Africa 5878198131340860102.html
Jagan Should Answer to the YSRCP Social Media Abuse of Judiciary?

Right from Jagan to the party leaders and cadre, YSR Congress is infamous for linking the judges to Chandrababu Naidu. Finally, the court decided to take them to the task.

27 May 08:00 MIRCHI9 6041804860065951541.html
Former Head Of Russia's Chuvashia Sues Putin Over Dismissal

In an unprecedented move, the former head of the Russian region of Chuvashia, Mikhail Ignatyev, has filed a lawsuit against President Vladimir Putin challenging a presidential decree that removed him from office in January.

27 May 08:31 Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty 5891794163858543163.html
Coatbridge care home's remorse over breach of Covid-19 social distancing rules

DJ's morale-boosting visit saw vulnerable residents dance together and share a microphone

27 May 08:30 dailyrecord 552235479357095404.html
Cornish firearms operation followed drugs bust in Plymouth

Police confirm three men - all from Plymouth - have been arrested on suspicion of supplying cocaine

27 May 08:08 PlymouthLive 6373569608623908130.html
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness

The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.

27 May 08:13 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774976805239.html
Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong before legislators debate national anthem law

In the Central business district, police shot pepper balls at protesters and searched several people.

27 May 08:08 TheJournal.ie 6446904417449459549.html
Hong Kong on edge before national anthem bill: Live updates

Hong Kong riot police have made arrests and fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

27 May 08:21 Aljazeera 6642629762147859902.html
Kerala On Verge Of Community Transmission, Says CM Amid Tussle With Railways

With 963 COVID-19 cases confirmed, Kerala now has 412 patients under treatment and over one lakh under observation.

27 May 08:23 HUFFPOST 6665507017796060919.html
Spain begins 10-day mourning period for coronavirus victims

Spain has begun an official 10-day mourning period for the tens of thousands of victims of the coronavirus pandemic in the country.

27 May 08:02 Aljazeera 6642629762306651296.html
South Korean national drops plan to leave country

A South Korean national who had come as a technical expert to probe into the styrene vapour leak from LG Polymers plant in Visakhapatnam, dropped his plan to leave the country in the last minute, on W

27 May 08:22 The Hindu 6679535024930906781.html
Heatwave likely to continue during next 24 hours: IMD

The ongoing heatwave over several parts of north and central India is likely to continue during the next 24 hours, the India Meteorological Department said on Wednesday, even as the southwest monsoon

27 May 08:43 The Hindu 6679535025151853182.html
'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families

Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive.He said daily visits to her win

27 May 08:00 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245360436731.html
Quebec plan to review status for asylum seekers working in care homes questioned

Quebec Premier Francois Legault's promise to review the status of asylum seekers working in long-term care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic raises more qu

27 May 08:00 iNFOnews.ca 6669504246110808084.html
Arunachal govt equipped to handle possible spike in COVID-19 cases as more people return: Khandu

Around 6,000 have returned to the state so far.

27 May 08:45 The Hindu 6679535025075256606.html
Delhi witnesses 792 new coronavirus cases in biggest single-day jump

Fifteen more deaths have been reported, taking the total number of deaths to 303

27 May 08:18 The Hindu 6679535025921949173.html
Migrant workers: Randeep Surjewala seeks Supreme Court’s permission to intervene in suo motu case

Congress leader said that the govt. did not have a nationwide action plan to tally the exact number of migrant labourers stranded in various parts of the country

27 May 08:27 The Hindu 6679535025684387846.html
Hours before taking up migrant workers issue, Supreme Court got stinging letter from senior lawyers

They criticised the top court for its “self-effacing deference” to the government

27 May 08:13 The Hindu 6679535025423302873.html
Police called to shut down party at disused industrial unit in Gorton

The revellers left the building after officers spoke with them

27 May 08:40 men 6694993427894741028.html
Xi Jinping says China strengthening armed forces amid tensions with US over coronavirus

Beijing says it will improve its preparedness for military combat. In the background: heightened U.S. tensions.

27 May 08:41 Yahoo 7097669637636005869.html
Huawei CFO loses bid to dismiss US extradition request

Huawei Technologies chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou was dealt a setback by a Canadian court on Wednesday as she tries to avoid extradition to the US to face bank fraud charges.

27 May 08:36 TechCentral 724913819491641819.html
Uttar Pradesh News: This Lab in Meerut Falsely Tests 6 People COVID-19+, Likely to Lose Licence

The cancellation of the licence of the lab has already been recommended by Meerut District Magistrate Anil Dhingra.

27 May 08:27 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386082943730115.html
US couple charged after child’s skeletal remains found in back yard

A Tennessee couple have been charged with multiple crimes after an investigation uncovered the skeletal remains of their daughter in the back yard of their home.Michael Anthony Gray Sr., aged 63, and Shirley Ann Gray, aged 60, were charged on Monday with multiple crimes including child abuse, child neglect

27 May 08:33 Yahoo 7097669637066101645.html
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness

The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.

27 May 08:12 Express & Star 7324224460441401719.html
Toronto officials to paint physical distancing circles in Trinity Bellwoods on Thursday; Ontario to take over management at five long-term care homes

Follow the latest Toronto news on coronavirus

27 May 08:47 NOW 7434691887271303771.html
COVID-19: Gov. El-Rufai extends Kaduna lockdown by 2 weeks

Gov. Nasiru El-Rufai has extended the lockdown order in Kaduna State by another two weeks, the state Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe said in a statewide broadcast on Tuesday.

27 May 08:42 The Guardian 7580308503795737377.html
How 'militarized' is Indonesia's COVID-19 management?

How local civilian and political institutions and leaders perform will determine whether the next generation of TNI leaders develops trust in those democratic-era institutions.

27 May 08:18 The Jakarta Post 7678601103343646907.html
Pence's press secretary back to work after recovering from COVID-19

US Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary Katie Miller said on Tuesday she was back at work after recovering from COVID-19, a case that helped encourage White House officials to start wearing masks and take stricter safety precautions around President Donald Trump.

27 May 08:30 The Jakarta Post 7678601102451674383.html
Pentagon's deputy inspector general resigns; latest in watchdog role to depart

The Defense Department's deputy inspector general resigned on Tuesday, more than a month after President Donald Trump removed him as the Pentagon's acting inspector general, becoming the latest official in a federal oversight role to depart.

27 May 08:45 The Jakarta Post 7678601102894074675.html
India won't budge on Ladakh in face of China threat

India’s military will match the deployment and mobilisation of the People’s Liberation Army at the LAC

27 May 08:40 Deccan Chronicle 7881006364274173831.html
Defying pandemic, gay couples hold first marriages in Costa Rica

Marco Castillo and his boyfriend, Rodrigo Campos, waited just a few hours to take advantage of a new law in Costa Rica that made the country the first in Central America to allow same-sex marriage.

27 May 08:15 The Jakarta Post 7678601104332160310.html
Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

27 May 08:22 The Guardian 7580308503993886028.html
Bali fights virus same way it attracts tourists – with local customs

Indonesia’s most popular tourist destination, Bali, has its local customs to thank for what officials tout as success in containing the COVID-19 outbreak, as the central government mulls reopening the resort island.

27 May 08:02 The Jakarta Post 7678601103608241967.html
Reconsider decision to convert Jayalalithaa's residence into memorial, HC tells Tamil Nadu government

A division bench of Justices N Kirubakaran and Abdul Quddhose also suggested that 'Veda Nilayam,' located in the upmarket Poes Garden, be converted into the official residence of the chief minister of the state, while a portion of the property can be a memorial if needed.

27 May 08:12 The Economic Times 7653256037069635486.html
A young boy drowns in sagar canal in Prakasam district, search operations underway

A boy who had come out with friends to have fun with swimming in the water drowned in the sagar canal.

27 May 08:13 The Hans India 817019414194432721.html
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.

27 May 08:47 Bdnews24 8119004129760724917.html
No masking it: Biden eyes stark contrast with Trump over virus

Joe Biden squared off with Donald Trump on Tuesday over the wearing of masks one day after the White House challenger emerged from coronavirus-imposed lockdown donning one while the president attended two events bare-faced.

27 May 08:30 The Guardian 7580308505673295729.html
AP High Court investigates petition against Chandrababu Naidu, adjourns case for tomorrow

The he AP High Court on Wednesday has investigated the petition filed against opposition leader Chandrababu Naidu over the violation of lockdown rules

27 May 08:29 The Hans India 817019415769543013.html
Long-term care home report and JK Rowling's new story; In The News for May 27

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what’s on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 27 …

27 May 08:15 680News 8014034332951603940.html
Make it CM residence-cum-office, use a portion for memorial: Madras High Court on Jayalalithaa’s Chennai residence

The high court also stated that Deepa and Deepak Jayakumar are legal heirs to the property.

27 May 08:00 DNA India 7533428661366179775.html
Family of Irishman who fell to death in Australia call for candles to be lit in tribute

Three men have been charged with murder of Cian English (19) outside Brisbane

27 May 08:27 The Irish Times 8204772969318109795.html
EDF goes ahead with Sizewell C application despite local objection

Energy giant EDF Energy has today submitted plans for the new Sizewell C nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast.

27 May 08:32 East Anglian Daily Times 681138150996594746.html
Coronavirus outbreak at South Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.

27 May 08:43 Reuters 8334514179898095891.html
Stranded overseas, Chinese vent anger on aviation regulator

BEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese citizens, stranded abroad after the coronavirus pandemic caused thousands of flight cancellations, are taking their anger out on China’s aviation regulator.

27 May 08:36 Reuters 8334514180825604812.html
At least 300 arrested in flash protests against controversial national anthem bill

Protesters staged flash protests in Causeway Bay, Central and Mong Kok on Wednesday afternoon to denounce a controversial national anthem bill Police said at least 300 people were arrested In Central, hundreds of office workers spilled onto...

27 May 08:56 Coconuts 8871564984223888189.html
Man Asks for Death Penalty After Robbing KDF Officer [VIDEO]

A man in Mombasa stunned the court when he acknowledged that he was ready to face the death penalty after...

27 May 08:50 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838154668135053.html
Ray of Hope for Tharaka Woman Tortured by Husband [VIDEO]

Speaking while receiving treatment at JM Memorial hospital in Nyandarua County, the mother of one explained that her one...

27 May 08:27 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153136331432.html
India’s Top Army Commanders Meet in the Wake of Ongoing Standoff with China

New Delhi (Sputnik): India and China have reinforced troops along their shared border amid a standoff between the armies which has lasted several weeks. The face-off...

27 May 08:25 Sputniknews 967333867530276080.html
ICC threatens to shift 2021 T20 World Cup from India over tax issues

The Indian board's request for a deadline extension due to the Covid-19 pandemic has been rejected | ESPN.co.uk

27 May 08:34 ESPN 8538773402138098699.html
Powerful 6.1 Earthquake Hits Off Vanuatu Coast - USGS

The nation in located in a region that is part of the Pacific Ocean basin's "Ring of Fire", notorious for its earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

27 May 08:17 Sputniknews 967333868993005162.html
'Stalker Situation': Sweden's Chief Epidemiologist Receives Death Threats

Over the course of the coronavirus crisis, Anders Tegnell, Sweden's state epidemiologist, the man often seen as the architect of the country's no-lockdown strategy, has...

27 May 08:04 Sputniknews 967333868221056604.html
Emily Maitlis 'echoes feelings of millions' in latest Newsnight monologue

'He made those who struggled to keep to the rules feel like fools, and has allowed many more to assume they can now flout them.'

27 May 08:26 Metro 970161748493866243.html
India's aggressive policy towards neighbours putting regional peace at stake: FM Qureshi

FM says India has also used Afghan­istan’s land agains­t Pakist­an in the past

27 May 09:26 The Express Tribune 1105816786921269459.html
Red tape adds to agonies of crash victim kin

Lack of helpli­ne, coordi­nation betwee­n Sindh, Centre increa­ses diffic­ulties for bereav­ing family member­s

27 May 09:01 The Express Tribune 1105816786313612143.html
Maharashtra SSC Geography paper to be marked based on average scores of other subjects

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) on Wednesday said that the Class 10 Geography examination, which was cancelled, will be marked based on average scores in other subjects

27 May 09:55 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192969584919.html
Constable from Dadar police station succumbs to COVID-19, death toll mounts to 13 in Mumbai police

A police constable attached to the Dadar police station, who would have turned 55 after a month to become eligible for exemption from duty, succumbed to COVID-19 infection on Tuesday evening

27 May 09:58 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192928168002.html
Centre playing vendetta politics: Student leaders condemn activists’ arrest amid pandemic

At a press briefing held via video-conference app Zoom, former student leaders Kanhaiya Kumar and Umar Khalid hit out at the police for arresting Jamia Millia Islamia and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) students for their alleged involvement in orchestrating communal riots in northeast Delhi.

27 May 09:51 The Statesman 1191309781459322471.html
Uproar in Littleton as Eircom mast gets go ahead

Community is mobilising with the view to appealing to An Bord Pleanala

27 May 09:40 TipperaryLive 1097599577757005726.html
Facebook bans adverts from Muslim campaign group Cage which claim coronavirus is a punishment from god

London-based advocacy group Cage have been using Facebook and YouTube to raise £400,000 during Ramadan.

27 May 09:03 Mail Online 124328110708480928.html
Horrifying moment boy, 12, 'is lured away by Ukrainian paedophile who murdered him and had sex with the child's corpse after luring him to his death by offering him sweets'

WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT: The schoolboy, Rodion Volkov, was returning home from football training when a man approached him in the city of Dnipro, in the central part of the country.

27 May 09:50 Mail Online 124328112143471628.html
Man, 29, arrested for kidnapping 16-year-old Louise Smith is re-arrested for her murder - as his wife is held for assisting an offender

The teenager, from the Leigh Park area, was reported missing on VE Day earlier this month, with her body discovered in Havant Thicket,

27 May 09:58 Mail Online 124328110723163592.html
Parents free to relocate to seek childcare like Cummings did, says minister

Robert Jenrick says there will be no review of past fines for acting in similar way to PM’s aide

27 May 09:06 the Guardian 1491978794901879669.html
Boris Johnson's sister Rachel says Dominic Cummings should apologise and admit he 'messed up' and made 'bad decisions' over his lockdown trip to Durham

Rachel Johnson has said Brits are 'unutterably furious' over Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham in March and his subsequent drive to Barnard Castle to test his eyesight in April with his family in the car.

27 May 09:40 Mail Online 124328112658522512.html
Durham Police's Dominic Cummings probe is being treated as a 'critical incident' and being overseen by its most senior officers in bid to prevent reputational damage to the force

Durham Police has said that it is investigating Dominic Cummings' trip to the county during lockdown at the 'highest levels'.

27 May 09:22 Mail Online 124328112230051382.html
Fishermen advised not to sail into rough Arabian sea till June 4

Adam H. Sobel, Atmospheric scientist at the Columbia University has also anticipated a cyclone over the Arabian Sea, early next week.

27 May 09:12 Business-Standard 1502508925518282038.html
15 more chargesheets against 294 foreign Nizamuddin attendees: Delhi Police

This comes after the foreigners violated visa conditions and indulged in missionary activities amidst the Covid-19 outbreak in the country, officials said.

27 May 09:03 Business-Standard 1502508926616247318.html
Why Biden benefits by disappearing

To win the election, keep Joe out of sight

27 May 09:35 The Week 149215355886999195.html
Video claims no arrangement for Covid patients: Delhi HC seeks govts' stand

HC directed the two governments to place before it the status of functional and responsive helpline numbers being operated by them

27 May 09:39 Business-Standard 1502508926184551941.html
Bulgaria insists on denying “Macedonian language”

"There is no point of equality between a language and a literary language. One is a family concept and the other a form (of it). The Bulgarian language

27 May 09:53 Greek City Times 1506177377827081768.html
Peloponnese on alert for malaria cases due to illegal immigrants

Health services in the Peloponnese region are on "red alert" for the summer, due to the fear of the rise in malaria cases as a result of the increased

27 May 09:03 Greek City Times 1506177376383806198.html
Black, Asian and minority ethnic people are 54% more likely to be fined under coronavirus lockdown rules than white people, police figures reveal

It has been revealed that black, Asian and minority ethnic people in England are 54 per cent more likely to be fined than white people under the coronavirus laws.

27 May 09:39 Mail Online 124328111913692228.html
Girl, 13, is ‘beheaded by her father while she slept in Iranian honour killing’: Victim had fallen in love with 34-year-old man

Romina Ashrafi, aged 13, was killed with a sickle in her family home in Hovigh, Talesh county, Iran, as a form of 'punishment', local media have reported.

27 May 09:59 Mail Online 124328110803223291.html
Number of Filipinos with coronavirus abroad rises to 2,664

The death toll stands at 334 as of Wednesday, May 27

27 May 09:25 Rappler 1882105642836330630.html
Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

27 May 09:36 CP24 1887544295880754966.html
UK's Johnson suffers sharp poll fall after Cummings scandal

It adds to a sense of growing revolt over the government's handling of Dominic Cummings, with nearly 40 Tory MPs demanding he lose his job

27 May 09:54 Rappler 1882105642593454937.html
MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons

Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.

27 May 09:31 CP24 1887544294788834839.html
Quebec plan to review status for asylum seekers working in care homes questioned

Quebec Premier Francois Legault's promise to review the status of asylum seekers working in long-term care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic raises more questions than it answers, advocates say.

27 May 09:41 CP24 1887544295549456463.html
'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families

Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive.

27 May 09:30 CP24 1887544295008928405.html
Always be safe: President Donald Trump's message to United States

President Donald Trump had a message to offer those who crowded pools and boardwalks over the Memorial Day weekend, defying coronavirus social distancing guidelines: “Always be safe.” Trump did not

27 May 09:48 Deccan Herald 2027555796917110164.html
Coronavirus: Joe Biden calls US President Donald Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Tuesday called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a series of recent public events, saying his lack of

27 May 09:15 Deccan Herald 2027555796729897136.html
Abu Dhabi Police arrest two teenagers for stunt driving in the rain

The reckless drivers were held after posting videos of the stunt on social media

27 May 09:30 Gulf News 2086521545669922118.html
Mob stones father of 7 to death for stealing chicken to feed hungry family

A father of seven children has been stoned to death by an angry mob in Uganda for allegedly stealing chicken to feed his hungry family The incident happened in Kamurojjo-Muro village, Serere district, in the Teso

27 May 09:35 LailasNews.com 2090029850028034709.html
Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

27 May 09:04 CTVNews 2422791597578940099.html
First direct repatriation flight from Dubai to Goa to depart June 1

149 stranded Goans welcome the move, flight departs 4.35pm Monday

27 May 09:56 Gulf News 2086521545586783243.html
Senate, Reps return to consider revised 2020 budget

The National Assembly will resume tomorrow from its Sallah break to consider President Muhammadu Buhari’s Appropriation (Amendment) Bill, 2020.

27 May 09:50 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900036632696.html
Police rescue abducted siblings in Ebonyi

The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint...

27 May 09:20 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901979528104.html
Africa’s COVID-19 cases now over 115,000, says WHO

THE World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported that coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Africa as at Tuesday, had risen to over 115, 000....

27 May 09:30 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901576262845.html
They took good care of me: 9-yr-old after solo flight back from Mumbai

Shiven had left for Mumbai on March 15 with his grandmother after his exams were cancelled on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. His holiday was unexpectedly extended when on March 24, the Centre announced a nationwide lockdown.

27 May 09:20 The Indian Express 2885715104438567910.html
Coronavirus lockdown: Registered to return, migrants in Punjab start backing out

Only 20% sent back in three weeks, special trains on track, but district authorities say rush is starting to fizzle out.

27 May 09:30 The Indian Express 2885715103894239147.html
Family of Cian English, 19, who died in tragic balcony fall ask for candles to be lit in his memory

Cian was trying to escape three armed men when he fell to his death

27 May 09:24 Irish Mirror 2875825629588816929.html
Delhi: 57-year-old IRS officer commits suicide

Eish Singhal, DCP (New Delhi) said, “ We received a call from the hospital authorities about the incident. Saxena used a bedsheet to hang himself. We also found a suicide note inside his bedroom... We are probing the matter."

27 May 09:06 The Indian Express 2885715104504411842.html
I just lost my close girlfriend to coronavirus – Nigerian man says

A Nigerian man has taken to Twitter to announce the passing of a close girlfriend he allegedly lost to Coronavirus in Abuja, the nation’s capital. According to the aggrieved man, with the handle @SalmanDuke on the

27 May 09:24 LailasNews.com 2090029850861640075.html
Ravi Shankar Prasad hits out at Rahul Gandhi, says Congress-ruled states imposed lockdown first

Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday had said the aim and purpose of the nationwide lockdown has “failed” and asked the Centre to spell out its strategy now to contain the spread of coronavirus.

27 May 09:38 The Indian Express 2885715105357034433.html
‘Unassigned’ coronavirus cases near 3,000, rise as curbs on movement lifted

Cases in the unassigned category make up 2 per cent of the country's 1,45,380 cases of coronavirus infection as of Tuesday, and could potentially skew the case curves of several states

27 May 09:33 The Indian Express 2885715105518473192.html
NDDC accuses lawmakers of seeking N6.4b fake payment

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) on Tuesday accused some federal lawmakers of demanding payment of N6.4 billion from ...

27 May 09:20 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900660194480.html
EXPLAINED | Hong Kong's China national anthem bill aims to legislate 'respect'

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem. A second reading of the bill is being held in the legislature on Wednesday.

27 May 09:50 Deccan Herald 2027555796988060595.html
Six food delivery riders charged with rioting in Puchong

PETALING JAYA, May 27 — Six food delivery riders were charged in the Magistrate’s Court here today with rioting at a restaurant in Bandar Puteri, Puchong here last week. The six — Muhammad Hafiz Yusnan, 21; Muhamad Izzat Abd Bari, 22; Mohd Syukri Achyar, 39; Wan Hafizie Wan Hanapi, 28; S.Jaya...

27 May 09:29 Malaymail 302165935043986985.html
French power couple lose money laundering appeal

PARIS, May 27 — A French political power couple lost their appeal today against a money laundering conviction, capping a fall from grace spurred by accusations they illegally pocketed millions of euros in public funds while in office. Patrick and Isabelle Balkany, right-wing politicians who for...

27 May 09:58 Malaymail 302165934972812184.html
Queensland's seventh COVID-19 victim identified

Nathan Turner, 30, was found unresponsive by his partner about 4.30pm on Tuesday. Paramedics declared him dead at the scene.

27 May 09:12 Brisbane Times 2314609339084502079.html
Covid-19: Johor govt urges employers to register with Socso for foreign worker screening

JOHOR BARU, May 27 — The Johor government has urged employers to register under the state’s Social Security Organisation (Socso) so that their foreign migrant workers can be screened for Covid-19. Johor Health and Environment Committee chairman R. Vidyananthan said Johor Socso has been asked to...

27 May 09:50 Malaymail 302165936253409683.html
Under new MOH Covid-19 policy, Malaysian athlete Jackie Wong finally discharged after months in Sibu Hospital

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — National hammer thrower Jackie Wong was finally discharged today after being hospitalised for more than two months for Covid-19, according to Malaysian Athletics Federation (MAF) president Datuk S.M. Muthu. He said doctors told Jackie that he need not go for further swab...

27 May 09:56 Malaymail 302165936505646118.html
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

TAIPEI, May 27 — Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen today pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong. China’s proposed new security legislation for...

27 May 09:42 Malaymail 302165936404755218.html
Covid-19 wrap | Brazil leads daily virus deaths, Montenegro first corona-free European country

Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

27 May 09:11 News24 3752801377418789674.html
Segun Oni is not welcomed in PDP, says Fayose

Ekiti state former governor, Ayodele Fayose, has stated that former governor of the state, Segun Oni, is not welcome to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Ekiti

27 May 09:40 Legit 3764253649308744846.html
We were told how to vote on Kindiki's ouster- Millicent Omanga says

I am surprised we are going through this- Millicent Omanga

27 May 09:37 Pulse Live 3606876836699107324.html
PDP expels 2, affirms suspension of ex-senator Hunkuyi, 6 others

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Kaduna state chapter on Tuesday expelled two of its members Dr. John Danfulani and Ubale Salmanduna without further delay.

27 May 09:54 Legit 3764253650182859133.html
Children’s Day: Janet Afolabi, Apomu queen, distributes noodles, masks to kids

Janet Afolabi, the Olori of Apomu town in Osun, has distributed noodles and facemasks to indigent kids towards marking the 2020 Children's Day in the state.

27 May 09:56 TheCable Lifestyle 3194590662315253635.html
Johor police bust syndicate that sent drugs to Singapore via courier

JOHOR BARU, May 27 — The Johor police have crippled and seized RM1.03 million worth of illicit drugs from a syndicate that specialises in using the services of a courier company for its distribution in Singapore. It is understood that the syndicate was known to have been active for the past three...

27 May 09:10 Malaymail 302165935948293833.html
I believe President Buhari is leading Nigeria well, says Femi Adesina

Adesina has been in the eye of the storm recently following an article he wrote years ago about the president's new chief of staff, Professor Ibrahim Gambari.

27 May 09:26 Legit 3764253650211764014.html
Lockdown: Mixed reaction from religious leaders to relaxed rules for gatherings

There is mixed reaction to President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement that religious gatherings of up to 50 people will be permitted as the country braces itself for the Covid-19 peak.

27 May 09:20 News24 3752801378202083353.html
Kaduna PDP affirms Hunkuyi’s suspension, expels two others

Godwin Isenyo, Kaduna The Peoples Democratic Party in Kaduna State, on Tuesday, expelled two of its members and suspended five others. The Publicity Secretary of the party, Abrahaman Catoh, l...

27 May 09:50 Punch Newspapers 3524240995669748429.html
Nigerian man narrates how lady slept at his place and had asthma attack at 12am

A man called Ajibade Adedapo shared story of lady who came to sleep over at his place and had an asthma attack at 12am. He said she still wanted to get intimate

27 May 09:17 Legit 3764253650563815226.html
Pablo Escobar's brother sues Apple for $2.6 billion over iPhone security

Roberto Escobar, brother of Pablo, is suing Apple over claims someone hacked his iPhone using a FaceTime vulnerability, finding his address in the process.

27 May 09:03 iMore 3803412790208957311.html
Covid-19: Wike cancels lockdown in Rivers, imposes statewide curfew

Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers state has cancelled his earlier decision to resume lockdown of some parts of the state, imposing a statewide curfew instead.

27 May 09:00 Legit 3764253651120000123.html
MURIC condoles with NUJ over Bakare’s death

The Muslims Rights Concern (MURIC) has commiserated with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) over the death of Mr Waheed Bakare

27 May 09:48 Vanguard News 4125100339082927470.html
Police rescue 2 abducted siblings in Ebonyi

The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint.

27 May 09:15 Vanguard News 4125100338934327834.html
Amid Tensions With India And US, Xi Jinping Tells Chinese Military To Scale Up Battle Preparedness

Jinping directed the military to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests.

27 May 09:05 Swarajya 4977622828547557616.html
Family demands murder charges after police killing of handcuffed African American

The family of an African American man killed by Minneapolis police while handcuffed in custody demanded Wednesday that the officers be charged with murder.

27 May 09:00 Digital Journal 4566489171939308099.html
Coronavirus Update: India’s Covid-19 Tally Tops 1.5 Lakh With 6,387 New Cases; Here’s The Latest State-Wise Breakup

The total number of active cases in the country has also increased to 83,004.

27 May 09:22 Swarajya 4977622829824838539.html
Popular Ayrshire pub set alight as 'callous' firebugs target venue

The Kings Arms in Fenwick was set ablaze before local residents alerted the fire brigade who managed to prevent any major damage.

27 May 09:12 dailyrecord 552235480373702456.html
Man saved from River Forth as emergency services launch massive rescue mission

The Clackmannanshire Bridge and the nearby Kincardine Bridge were shut off in both directions this morning.

27 May 09:48 dailyrecord 552235480663784934.html
Developing story: Senator Omanga faces Jubilee disciplinary committee

Ruling Party pumps up the pressure on rebel legislators with Nominated Senator Omanga appearing before a disciplinary committe

27 May 09:25 The Standard 5587226196017392361.html
New poll shows Israeli Right taking largest lead over Left-Center bloc yet - Inside Israel

New poll shows right-wing bloc winning 67 seats versus 47 for center-left bloc, giving the Right its largest lead ever.

27 May 09:51 Israel National News 5374683668682270915.html
Flat owners hit the roof after problems at Ayr factoring firm leaves some residents out of pocket

The row has left one development claiming it is owed more than £20,000 in advance payments already made.

27 May 09:33 dailyrecord 552235479553666534.html
US House Republicans to sue Pelosi remote proxy voting in pandemic

U.S. House of Representatives Republicans will sue Democratic Speaker Nancy Pelosi over rule changes that allow members to vote on each other's ...

27 May 09:19 CNA 5644198862464509603.html
China reports one new mainland COVID-19 case vs seven a day earlier

China reported 1 new confirmed coronavirus case in the mainland as of end-May 26, up from 7 a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.

27 May 09:12 CNA 5644198863232954057.html
Human tragedy of migrant workers: Heartbreaking video of toddler trying to wake up dead mother at Muzaffarpur station shocks nation

In a devastating twist to the ongoing human tragedy of migrant workers, a video of a toddler desperately trying to wake up his dead mother at Muzaffarpur railway station has gone viral on social media.

27 May 09:14 Janta Ka Reporter 5554720207610281312.html
Man arrested over deadly 2019 fire at Japanese animation studio

TOKYO: Japanese police on Wednesday (May 27) arrested the man suspected of killing 36 people at Kyoto Animation last July after he had spent 10 ...

27 May 09:31 CNA 5644198862495884945.html
Exclusive: PM Modi may announce Lockdown 5.0 on Mann Ki Baat, ease restrictions in most of India

Prime Minister Modi is likely to speak on Lockdown 5.0 after the current lockdown ends on May 31. PM Modi will address the nation on May 31 in his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat.

27 May 09:01 India Today 4286117812711583242.html
‘It’s a shame’ – Democrats rant as Ilhan Omar says she believes rape accuser, but supports Biden

Americans in the Democratic Party have reacted swiftly to comments made by Minnesota Democratic Congresswoman, Ilhan Omar, which said that

27 May 09:00 Face2Face Africa 5878198130782002111.html
Former Uzbek Military Think-Tank Chief Gets 12 Years In Prison For Treason

Rafik Saifulin, the former chief of Uzbekistan's presidential military think tank, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after being found guilty of high treason.

27 May 09:38 Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty 5891794162467301409.html
China's Xi urges preparedness for military combat amid coronavirus epidemic

Xi was attending a plenary meeting of the delegation of the People’s Liberation Army

27 May 09:05 Dunya News 5863268917982900708.html
Concerns for port workers aboard virus-struck ship

WA port workers boarded a live export ship before a COVID-19 outbreak was confirmed, and there are concerns they and their families have been exposed.

27 May 09:42 The New Daily 5848147787274853226.html
Taliban reacts to release of 900 prisoners of the group by Afghan government

The Taliban group reacted to the release of 900 prisoners of the group by the Afghan government, calling it ‘a good progress’.

27 May 09:17 The Khaama Press News Agency 6015320582565105081.html
Watch: Sonu Sood urges migrants to wear masks as they leave for their hometown

Sonu Sood has been ruling the headlines for excellent work for the migrant workers. Due to COVID-19 lockdown, migrant workers are the worst hit groups

27 May 09:43 The Times of India 6060938663841567726.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims ...

27 May 09:55 CNA 5644198864181919995.html
Xi Jinping urges China's army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city's freedoms

China is expected to pass controversial national security laws for Hong Kong on Thursday, prompting renewed protests in the city.

27 May 09:02 Business Insider 6060062399814896406.html
Hospital outbreak over

The COVID-19 outbreak at Richmond Hospital is now over, according to Richmond's medical health officer Dr. Meena Dawar.

27 May 09:19 Castanet 616068602232061920.html
Man saved from River Forth and rushed to hospital as cops lock down two bridges

A MAN was rescued from the River Forth and rushed to hospital as cops locked down to bridges. Police confirmed that Clackmannanshire Bridge and Kincardine Bridge had been shut off as they dealt wit…

27 May 09:07 The Scottish Sun 6609127673064300741.html
Scots man jailed after downing Buckfast and threatening to kill his mum TWICE, shouting ‘I’ll f***ing kill my fat maw’

A MAN has been jailed after downing a bottle and a half of Buckfast and threatening to slit his mother’s throat. Anthony Shaw, 28, flew into a rage without warning at his mum’s home in …

27 May 09:41 The Scottish Sun 6609127672765676162.html
SM Foundation provides safety gear for Marawi frontliners

THE COVID-19 crisis has been ongoing for several months now globally and across the country. This has been harder for the Marawi residents who are still trying to get back on their feet after the Marawi siege.

27 May 09:40 Journal Online 6375127392848281589.html
Armed psychiatric patient ends Carstairs State Hospital siege after being warned he’d be shot

AN armed psychiatric patient ended a Carstairs State Hospital siege after being warned he’d be shot. Firearms officers rushed to the State Hospital after the man, from Tayside, threatened to …

27 May 09:32 The Scottish Sun 6609127674640664086.html
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan'

27 May 09:31 The Japan Times 6673764368136446076.html
Hong Kong police clamp down on national anthem law protests

Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday and fired pepper-pellet rounds in the commercial district as they stamp

27 May 09:25 The Japan Times 6673764367914902172.html
Sonu Sood: ‘Migrant workers built our homes; I couldn’t watch them being homeless’

The actor, who is being hailed as a hero for all the relief work he has taken up voluntarily, talks to us about his 'Ghar Bhejo' campaign

27 May 09:58 The Hindu 6679535024440552755.html
Boris Johnson leaves the dirty work to everyone else

Britain’s prime minister has centralized power but he doesn’t seem to want to use it.

27 May 09:57 The Japan Times 6673764367485227353.html
Gov’t to assist family of OFW in UAE who died of COVID-19

CABANATUAN CITY – A Novo Ecijano overseas worker in the United Arab Emirates who died on May 11 after contracting COVID-19 will be given assistance by the provincial government through its Malasakit OFW Help Desk, it was learned here Wednesday.

27 May 09:25 Journal Online 6375127391849727317.html
Police swarm HK ahead of flashpoint anthem debate

HONG KONG, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - Hong Kong riot police ringed the city's legislature on Wednesday to stifle protests ahead of a debate over a law that bans insulting China's national anthem, the la

27 May 09:49 Journal Online 6375127393127987262.html
Four patients test positive even after 14 days of isolation, treatment

The Hassan district administration is worried as four patients, who were found positive to the COVID-19 infection on May 12, remained infected even 12 days after they were hospitalised. Five people, w

27 May 09:41 The Hindu 6679535024477297630.html
AP COVID-19 tally surpasses 3,000 mark

One death, 134 fresh COVID positive cases reported in the State

27 May 09:10 The Hindu 6679535024862151991.html
Churches, mosques too will be opened from June 1, says CM Yediyurappa

A day after the State government took a decision on re-opening of nearly 35,000 Muzrai temples from June 1, Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa on Wednesday said churches and mosques too will be allowed t

27 May 09:32 The Hindu 6679535024711404749.html
Migrant workers | Video of baby with dead mother in Bihar railway station goes viral

In another incident, the body of a woman was deboarded at Mansi station.

27 May 09:56 The Hindu 6679535025859311504.html
Rhys Jones' killer pictured for first time since jailed after 'chatting up woman online'

Sean Mercer, who shot 11-year-old Rhys in a Liverpool playground in 2007, was 'openly using a phone to have a relationship with a woman on the outside' for eight months, it is alleged

27 May 09:04 mirror 675785259823720423.html
South Korea sees biggest jump in coronavirus cases in seven weeks

The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus and has rushed to contain new infections as life returns to normal.

27 May 09:29 Hindustan Times 696565557175451075.html
Four police officers fired after killing of unarmed black man in Minnesota

Four police offers in US city of Minneapolis have been fired for their involvement in the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who was held down

27 May 09:40 Buzz.ie 7092425148291609658.html
Steve Bannon wins case to set up Italy political academy

Steve Bannon, the former adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy's culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political academy. The ministry said it would appeal the regional court's decision. The court ruled for the Dignitatis Humanae

27 May 09:46 Yahoo 7097669637076635001.html
Israeli president calls Australian PM after teacher's ruling

Israeli President Reuven Rivlin said he spoke Wednesday with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, following an Israeli court ruling that a former teacher accused of sexually abusing her students in Australia was fit to stand trial and be extradited. Rivlin noted that the matter was central to his

27 May 09:29 Yahoo 7097669639028040063.html
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan's most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong. China's proposed new security legislation for the former

27 May 09:08 Yahoo 7097669637748880643.html
'Why Can't Private Hospitals Built on Free Land Give Free Treatment to COVID-19 Patients', SC Asks Centre

This comes a day after the Supreme Court took  cognizance of the miseries of migrant workers across the country and said there have been inadequacies and certain lapses by the Centre and the states

27 May 09:26 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386083198449470.html
Xi Jinping urges China's army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city's freedoms

China is expected to pass controversial national security laws for Hong Kong on Thursday, prompting renewed protests in the city.

27 May 09:02 Yahoo 7097669637706692374.html
Suspicious 3-alarm fire guts home in New Jersey, spreads to 2 others

A three-alarm fire leveled one home and damaged two others in New Jersey Wednesday morning, and police have labeled the blaze suspicious.

27 May 09:14 ABC7 New York 7327811147867110581.html
Ukraine in UN urges Russia to give up "logic of war" in Donbas

Ukraine has also recalled Russia must implement its obligations under the Minsk Agreements.

27 May 09:00 UNIAN 6863008972058759891.html
Israel’s Number of Coronavirus Patients Drops to 2,019 as US Deaths Hit 100,572

According to the NY Times on Wednesday, new hot spots continue to emerge and hundreds more people are dying each day in the US.

27 May 09:35 The Jewish Press 7246030799855493179.html
Massive fire damages homes in North Plainfield, NJ

A large, three-alarm fire leveled one home and damaged two others in North Plainfield, Somerset County.

27 May 09:14 ABC7 New York 7327811148277098404.html
Bill Clinton visited Epstein’s ‘orgy island,’ Netflix doc claims – but ex-president still denies it

Former President Bill Clinton insists he never visited the notorious “orgy island” of his late ex-pal Jeffrey Epstein – but now a second person begs to differ.

27 May 09:57 Fox News 7362823821352690022.html
BREAKING Man, 29, arrested on suspicion of murdering Louise Smith, 16, after body found in wood

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story

27 May 09:56 mirror 675785261090807453.html
Tecra Muigai: Court to rule on suspect’s bond

Court will fix bond terms on Wednesday at 2.30pm.

27 May 09:43 Daily Nation 7421817124095086284.html
Donbas warzone update: One Ukrainian soldier killed amid six attacks on May 26

Joint Forces returned fire to each enemy shelling.

27 May 09:40 UNIAN 6863008972169694811.html
Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list.

27 May 09:45 The Guardian 7580308505052543210.html
Drive-through visits bring cheer to care home residents

A care home in Britain's south west has started a drive-through visiting system for the families of its elderly residents.

27 May 09:49 RTE.ie 7595237278005977003.html
NDDC saga: Agbamuche denies fronting for NASS members

The last is yet to be heard of the crises rocking the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as one of its contractors, Chief Nelson Agbamuche has see enied ever fronting for members of the national Assembly.

27 May 09:31 The Guardian 7580308505465359880.html
Protests over death of black man in Minneapolis

Police in Minneapolis fired tear gas and bean bag rounds at crowds protesting the death of a black man who was held by officers on the ground while being handcuffed.

27 May 09:29 RTE.ie 7595237278720760636.html
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, under plans approved Wednesday. . .

27 May 09:44 Times Colonist 7617512061757022015.html
Rahul trying to 'weaken' country's resolve against coronavirus: BJP

Prasad cited comments made by Gandhi since the threat of coronavirus emerged in the country to allege that all Gandhi has done is to demoralise people and indulge in politics while seeking publicity.

27 May 09:36 The Economic Times 7653256037134737913.html
Saudi takeover of Newcastle United in doubt after WTO finding

The prospect of the Saudi Arabian Government taking a majority stake in Newcastle United has suff...

27 May 09:26 Newstalk 7635722259484597756.html
New Yorkers disapprove of Gov. Cuomo’s handling of nursing homes: poll

Gov. Andrew Cuomo is taking a hit over his administration’s handling of nursing homes amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new poll released Wednesday. The number of New Yorkers who

27 May 09:35 New York Post 7654946767649010512.html
‘Priyanka Chopra Started Abusing Me On The Flight’, When A Doctor Accused PeeCee Of Violating Rules

Film celebrities and controversies walk hand in hand. The more one gets popular, the more he gets embroiled into controversies. Priyanka Chopra’s story is no different! We have come across an old interview of PeeCee, wherein the actress gave a clarification over her ugly spat with a passenger, who was a doctor.

27 May 09:19 https://www.filmibeat.com 7601703244281094715.html
China’s increasing belligerence in South China Sea threatens international peace and regional stability

The unilateral action by China to ban fishing in SCS and threat fisherman is bullying tactic, according to experts. The threat by China to its neighbours must be met through solidarity and unity among Chinas neighbours and members of the international community.

27 May 09:29 The Economic Times 7653256036732592493.html
Saudi public sector employees will return to work starting May 31

Saudi public sector employees will start returning to work gradually as of Sunday May 31, after more than two months of suspension amid strict measures to help curb the novel coronavirus outbreak.

27 May 09:45 The Jakarta Post 7678601104051276706.html
PFA confirm Premier League close to clearing major restart hurdle

Protocols for a return to full-contact training will be voted on by shareholders at their meeting on Wednesday.

27 May 09:31 Liverpool Echo 7727211174643774847.html
Chaos at airports continue as flights resume

Around 630 flights were cancelled on Monday while on Tuesday 80 flights were cancelled at Delhi alone.

27 May 09:08 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363369764228.html
Queensland's seventh COVID-19 victim identified

Nathan Turner, 30, was found unresponsive by his partner about 4.30pm on Tuesday. Paramedics declared him dead at the scene.

27 May 09:12 The Age 7967730562065429567.html
Watch - Wrecked car inside police cordon as Mary Street in Balsall Heath is sealed off

Detectives and a search team were at the scene as the road remained closed for several hours following late-night incident

27 May 09:19 birminghammail 8288260685043482267.html
More than 300 arrested in Hong Kong amid renewed protests

Thousands take to streets to oppose Beijing-backed laws curtailing city’s freedoms

27 May 09:05 The Irish Times 8204772968064342558.html
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong.

27 May 09:08 Reuters 8334514179955707873.html
Xi Jinping urges China’s army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city’s freedoms

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged his army to increase its preparedness for “armed combat” as protests in Hong Kong ramp up over a proposed new law that would effectively strip away the city’s autonomy.

27 May 09:02 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882630568726.html
Lapses in handling human crisis: Supreme Court to Centre on miseries of migrants

The court also issued notice to all the states and UTs, directing them to submit their response by Thursday.

27 May 09:47 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363661386995.html
High Court orders Telangana to test all dead bodies for Covid-19

Using strong words, two-judge bench tells state government to release data on tests on guest workers

27 May 09:50 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363121282925.html
Ex-IEBC CEO James Oswago Dealt Blow in Ksh1.3B Tender Case

Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) was dealt a blow in the Ksh. 1.3 billion tender case...

27 May 09:44 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153430592860.html
The Billionaire Governor Who’s Been Sued Dozens of Times for Millions in Unpaid Bills

Gov. Jim Justice is West Virginia’s richest man. Over the last three decades, lawsuits over unpaid bills have cost his constellation of companies more than $128 million in judgments and settlements.

27 May 09:00 ProPublica 7866676282461789495.html
KEBS Forced to Respond to Ruto Fake Donations Report

KEBS was forced to respond to the fake Gikambura donations report...

27 May 09:11 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153523592943.html
Court Releases Keroche Heiress Boyfriend Omar Lali

Tecra's laywers wanted the court to extend Lali's detention but the court did not find a reason...

27 May 09:04 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153922430909.html
More than 1600 Corona Infected Patients reported in Chennai -

There is a continuous increase in the cases of corona virus in the country and new cases of corona virus

27 May 09:26 News Hunt Media 8859517517456094427.html
White House says late-June G7 summit would be great reopening example

President Donald Trump believes there would be "no greater example of reopening" than holding a summit of Group of Seven leaders in the United States near the end of June, the White House said on Tuesday.

27 May 09:00 The Jakarta Post 7678601104249574342.html
Trump Calls on New York Times to Return Pulitzer Prizes for 'Flawed Coverage'

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - One of the awards the newspaper received was the 2020 prize for international reporting with a series of articles that proclaimed to show the...

27 May 09:14 Sputniknews 967333869348173079.html
Police appeal as swan dies after being attacked by dog

The RSPCA attended the incident

27 May 09:08 Derbyshire Live 9061707931240024077.html
Hong Kong: Police arrest 180, fire pepper guns on protesters

May 27 (UPI) -- Police in Hong Kong arrested at least 180 people and fired non-lethal pepper balls at protesters on Wednesday as people took to the streets to demonstrate against a China-proposed national security law critics fear will further strip the semi-autonomous region of its rights and freedoms.

27 May 09:53 UPI 8257973864949378803.html
France Bans Use of Hydroxychloroquine as Treatment for COVID-19 Patients - Reports

On Tuesday, the French High Council for Public Health (HCSP) and the Agency for the Safety of Health Products (ANSM) had suspended the use of hydroxychloroquine as a...

27 May 09:41 Sputniknews 967333869376204987.html
Twitterati Flip Out Over Karntaka Chief's Decision to Reopen Places of Worship Amid Pandemic

New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been witnessing a sharp spike in the number of COVID-19 cases despite a strict lockdown which has seen all places of worship in the...

27 May 09:30 Sputniknews 967333868549862120.html
Queen Allows Boris Johnson to Jog in Buckingham Palace Grounds After Coronavirus Battle

The British Prime Minister, a regular jogger, has been exercising in the gardens of the royal palace after security concerns ruled out the use of public places to...

27 May 09:59 Sputniknews 967333869457997317.html
Sex workers reveal best positions they think may limit the spread of coronavirus

They also say sex workers should wear mouth and nose coverings at all times.

27 May 09:22 Metro 970161748455209817.html
Hong Kong Police Arrest 16 Demonstrators Ahead of Anthem Bill Debate - Reports

BEIJING (Sputnik) - According to the South China Morning Post, the group was arrested ahead of planned demonstrations against the new bill that would criminalize...

27 May 09:36 Sputniknews 967333867863734396.html
Government backtracks on Matt Hancock's promise to review lockdown fines

A senior minister said there would be no formal review into parents who may have been fined for making childcare related travel.

27 May 09:47 Metro 970161747680332258.html
Protests, police crackdowns return to Hong Kong as Beijing tightens grip

"This is the future of Hong Kong under National Security Law: No freedom of assembly and speech."

27 May 09:25 Global Voices 982940568370525015.html
Gayle King visibly shaken on-air as she says it's 'open season' on black men

The journalist discussed the Amy Cooper Central Park incident and the death of George Floyd.

27 May 09:04 Metro 970161749002547275.html
Covid-19 ‘has been taken off the streets' in Republic

Covid-19 has been moved off the streets of Ireland and is mainly being spread among households, the chief clinical officer has said.

27 May 09:59 The Irish News 993065579723162.html
Woman who left carer in tears at B&M is ICU nurse and 'would do it again'

Marina Kendrick, 53, told friends that she had been enforcing the ‘nursing code’ and could not believe the backlash against her.

27 May 09:57 Metro 970161748834359101.html
Meat Seller’s Family Party Is A COVID-19 Super-Spreader

HYDERABAD: A family get-together organized by a meat seller of the city in utter disregard for COVID-19 preventive measures has ended up as a super-spreader for the dreaded virus on Tuesday. As many

27 May 10:36 Sakshi Post 1016059426577023033.html
South Korea examines first suspected cases of syndrome in kids linked to COVID-19

SEOUL - Two children who are the first suspected cases in South Korea of a rare, life-threatening syndrome linked with the new coronavirus, are recovering following treatment, health authorities said on Wednesday.

27 May 10:36 The Peninsula 1202843882677123715.html
Korean prosecutors question Samsung heir in succession-related probe

Prosec­utors have been invest­igatin­g suspec­ted accoun­ting fraud at drug compan­y Samsun­g Biolog­ics

27 May 10:24 The Express Tribune 1105816787669954327.html
No one can threaten Modi's India: Ravi Shankar Prasad amid rising tension in east Ladakh

Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday demanded from the government a statement on the stand-off at the border in Ladakh and Sikkim and relations with Nepal.

27 May 10:16 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192075753724.html
NHS nurse who was clapped out of the hospital after spending 12 days in ICU with coronavirus reveals she tested negative for virus TWICE before being admitted

Critical care nurse Sue Snelson, 64, from Lincolnshire, spent 12 days in the ICU at Scunthorpe General Hospital and told on GMB she tested negative for coronavirus twice.

27 May 10:23 Mail Online 124328112072052885.html
Delhi High Court directs Centre, AAP to present steps taken to tackle COVID-19 cases

The bench observed that a person, whose family or friend is found COVID-19 positive, they should be able to call the helplines to not only report such occurrence, but to also seek medical guidance and assistance, if hospitalisation is necessary keeping in view of the condition of the patient.

27 May 10:44 The Statesman 1191309781823196040.html
Pangolin rescued from Odisha quarantine centre to undergo COVID-19 test

The Centre for Wildlife Health in Bhubaneswar was contacted to facilitate the process, she said adding that efforts are on to ascertain how the pangolin found its way into the quarantine centre.

27 May 10:46 The Financial Express 1288289579843950661.html
Maharashtra: CM Uddhav Thackeray on shaky ground as murmurs of rift within MVA grow, Sharad Pawar takes centrestage

The MVA government continues to face a relentless attack from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party over poor handling of the COVID situation.

27 May 10:46 The Financial Express 1288289581458980164.html
The right's 'rule of law' hypocrisy

The same right-wing movement that cheers President Trump's draconian immigration crackdowns in the name of enforcing the "rule of law" is now in full defiance mode against the lockdowns in the name of freedom

27 May 10:00 The Week 149215354919729236.html
Young girl’s name scratched into wall of one of Pompeii’s largest villas suggests it was owned by descendants of general Lucius Mummius who conquered Greece in 146BC

The word 'Mummia' is etched into a wall of the villa. It was an ancient Roman custom to give daughters the female version of the surname as a first name.

27 May 10:51 Mail Online 124328112323820452.html
How South Africa’s action on Covid-19 contrasts sharply with its response to Aids

Country’s swift response is distinct from the handling of the HIV crisis 20 years ago. Have lessons been learnt?

27 May 10:00 the Guardian 1491978796456840282.html
Woman airlifted to hospital after SUV slams into back of stopped transport truck on Hwy. 401

Two people were rushed to hospital, including one in life-threatening condition, after their SUV slammed into the back of a immobilized transport truck on Highway 401 near Ajax.

27 May 10:11 CP24 1887544295629909247.html
Barbers arrested in Bahrain for violating rules

Expatriates held after visiting customers at home

27 May 10:31 Gulf News 2086521543629334773.html
COVID-19: Oman reports 38 deaths of coronavirus today

Newly diagnosed cases include 166 Omanis, 89 foreign residents

27 May 10:59 Gulf News 2086521544507420058.html
Coronavirus: Sharjah cracks down on erring salons

Those found to be violating precautionary measures asked to close

27 May 10:29 Gulf News 2086521544115056050.html
COVID-19: Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old

Latest case brings to 103 the number of deaths recorded in Australia

27 May 10:47 Gulf News 2086521545209985165.html
Kuwait MP set to grill finance minister over fund corruption

The corruption case involves a Malaysian Fund and a Chinese company

27 May 10:48 Gulf News 2086521543959544677.html
Police officer tells Black man to lick his own urine (Video)

The moment a police officer asked an Illinois black man to lick his own urine was captured on camera and the video has since gone viral on the internet. The man who was a federal safety

27 May 10:14 LailasNews.com 2090029850445804468.html
Family violence hubs rushed, poorly implemented: auditor

The state's auditor has slammed the roll-out of a key Andrews government reform in response to the 2016 royal commission into family violence.

27 May 10:43 Brisbane Times 2314609338824039851.html
Doctor and nurse who cancelled wedding due to Covid-19 get married in the hospital where they work

A nurse and doctor who had to cancel their wedding because of the Covid-19 pandemic have tied the knot in the hospital where they both work.

27 May 10:38 ITV News 2184971257448185120.html
Ethics committee to govern councillor inappropriate conduct complaints

The new ethics committee will be bipartisan with both LNP and Labor councillors sitting on it.

27 May 10:09 Brisbane Times 2314609339897998091.html
'Disturbing' Ont. long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families

When a bombshell report from the Canadian Armed Forces outlining a litany of problems at five long-term care homes released on Tuesday, family members say they're not surprised.

27 May 10:34 CTVNews 2422791597224803274.html
Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of unarmed black man

The death comes amid outrage over the death of Ahmaud Arbery, a black man shot by a white father and son while jogging

27 May 10:12 The Asian Age 2126266545026658343.html
JUST IN: NBC fines three stations for infractions

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has sanctioned three broadcast station for their reports on COVID-19 considered inappropriate...

27 May 10:50 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900360085298.html
Bru resettlement in North Tripura hits roadblock as civil societies threaten bandh

As per the resettlement agreement signed by the central government in January this year, 32,000 Bru migrants living in Tripura since 1997 would be permanently settled in the state.

27 May 10:35 The Indian Express 2885715103823475937.html
Stranded overseas, Chinese vent anger on aviation regulator

The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has been flooded with tens of thousands of social media comments criticising it and the Chinese government for the small number of flight options to bring home the people stranded overseas.

27 May 10:18 The Indian Express 2885715103977782443.html
Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time

Twitter issued a fact check of some of Donald Trump’s tweets on Tuesday, marking the first time the U.S. president’s favoured social media...

27 May 10:19 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901000571230.html
Amid tensions at LAC, China says situation at India border ‘stable and controllable’

"We are committed to safeguarding our territorial sovereignty and security, and safeguarding peace and stability in the border areas. We are capable of resolving the issues properly though dialogue and consultation," China's Foreign Ministry spokesman said.

27 May 10:17 The Indian Express 2885715105833748496.html
Jayalalithaa’s niece, nephew to inherit assets worth over Rs 900 crore

The judgment comes in the wake of an ordinance passed by Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit for the state government to temporarily take possession of former Tamil Nadu chief minister’s residence and other movable items

27 May 10:36 The Indian Express 2885715105416600715.html
Hungarian cyclist quarantined in Bihar for ‘over 55 days’, Tejashwi Yadav offers help

“You brought a healthy man into a hospital. Can you imagine being in a hospital for 55 days in a healthy condition? I must be free now,” the Hungarian is heard saying in a video that has gone viral on social media.

27 May 10:23 The Indian Express 2885715105599272989.html
Two former athletes diagnosed with Covid-19 have recovered, says National Athletes Welfare Foundation

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Two former national athletes previously found to be positive for Covid-19, have fully recovered from the virus, said National Athletes Welfare Foundation (Yakeb) chairman Datuk Noorul Ariffin Abdul Majeed. He confirmed that the two, namely Ani Nios, a former track and field...

27 May 10:19 Malaymail 302165935541093187.html
MTUC calls for tripartite meeting to solve foreign workers issues

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Malaysian Trade Union Congress (MTUC) has called for a tripartite meeting of government, employers and employees’ representatives to be held soon to address foreign workers’ housing issues to prevent a spike in Covid-19 cases. MTUC secretary-general J. Solomon said...

27 May 10:53 Malaymail 302165935739252799.html
Covid-19: Cuepacs wants depot staff welfare to be prioritised

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs) has urged the government to provide sufficient personal protective equipment (PPE) to all Immigration Detention Depot (DTI) personnel to prevent the risk of Covid-19 infection. Cuepacs president...

27 May 10:27 Malaymail 302165936199886290.html
38 Suspected Online Grooming Paedophiles Arrested in London

Police seized dozens of laptops, tablets, and phones from suspected online grooming paedophiles in London, arresting 38.

27 May 10:12 Breitbart 3148363491492373222.html
Court Declines To Continue Holding Tecra’s Boyfriend Omar Lali For Another Week

A Lamu court has declined to have the police continue holding Omar Lali, the boyfriend of Tecra Muigai - the late daughter of Keroche Breweries proprietors Tabitha and Joseph Karanja.Mr Lali has b

27 May 10:17 KahawaTungu 3304128543274344937.html
Man Killed For Stealing From Prophet Bushiri In South Africa

Man killed for stealing from prophet Bushiri in South Africa. Another was rushed to hospital where he is currentlyu receiving medical treatment.

27 May 10:30 iHarare News 2755902708416274114.html
400 Hawaii National Guard troops coming off coronavirus duty | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The number of Hawaii National Guard troops on federal active duty for the coronavirus pandemic will drop early next week to 800 from 1,200 as part of a Pentagon “right-sizing” ahead of a “hard stop” set for June 24 for the deployment of almost 46,000 citizen soldiers nationwide, officials said.

27 May 10:05 Star-Advertiser 3439335387984774511.html
More than 50 inmates out of 300 released are rearrested | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

With the number of rearrested inmates growing, the Honolulu Police Department said it is a “threat to public safety” to release them early to stop the spread of COVID-19.

27 May 10:05 Star-Advertiser 3439335388896360497.html
Promoter, alcohol vendor under investigation after large, illegal beach parties broken up on Oahu | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Honolulu Liquor Commission and law enforcement agencies are investigating two businesses that may have organized and profited from massive parties that violated COVID-19 emergency rules and liquor and permitting laws over Memorial Day weekend at Waimea Bay Beach Park and Kaena Point State Park.

27 May 10:05 Star-Advertiser 3439335388855078799.html
Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.

27 May 10:02 Shropshire Star 3480199991783968062.html
Amnesty demands release of journalist who criticised Lai Mohammed

Eniola Akinkuotu, Abuja Rights group, Amnesty International, has called on the Nigeria Police Force to immediately release broadcast journalist, Rotimi Jolayemi, who has spent three weeks in cus...

27 May 10:13 Punch Newspapers 3524240994155197116.html
Nigerian military condones sexual abuse of children in custody – Amnesty

Eniola Akinkuotu, Abuja Global rights group, Amnesty International, has condemned the treatment of children arrested for allegedly engaging in terrorism. Amnesty said the children were locked...

27 May 10:43 Punch Newspapers 3524240995672746904.html
Tanzanian comedian, Idris Sultan in court after laughing at President Magufuli

A Tanzanian comedian, Idris Sultan, has been arraigned before a magistrate's court in the commercial capital, Dar es Salaam, eight days after he was arrested.

27 May 10:13 Pulse Live 3606876836377174369.html
The Memo: Trump tweets cross into new territory

President Trump’s critics are sounding the alarm as his public comments and tweets cross new lines with the 2020 election less than six months away. 

27 May 10:00 TheHill 355432918505992737.html
Editorial: Get money where it’s needed, ASAP | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The Legislature is in another recess for the next few weeks, but it had better be a working recess. One in which the work is going to be pretty hard, because there are so many problems to solve, stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis.

27 May 10:05 Star-Advertiser 3439335389049686704.html
Heartwarming moment police and pedestrian help a group of ducks cross the road

A video has emerged on social in which a group of ducks could be seen crossing the road with the help of police and pedestrians. The video generated reactions.

27 May 10:13 Legit 3764253649841948231.html
Snow shuts down major roads in Eastern Cape

Dangerous driving conditions due to consistent snowfall in the Eastern Cape has forced provincial transport authorities to close parts of major roads in the province.

27 May 10:26 News24 3752801377447577922.html
Buhari will be showcased as COVID-19 hero in Africa, says Garba Shehu

The senior special assistant to the president, Mallam Garba Shehu, has predicted that Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari will be showcased as a COVID-19 hero.

27 May 10:58 Legit 3764253651077294747.html
WATCH | Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial

If passed into law by Hong Kong's legislature, the bill will make 'disrespect' of the Chinese national anthem a crime.

27 May 10:31 News24 3752801376871458152.html
UPDATED: Presidency denies Buhari is probing late Kyari's office, appointments

The Nigerian Presidency has denied reports claiming that the country's leader Muhammadu Buhari is probing the office of his late chief of staff, Abba Kyari.

27 May 10:59 Legit 3764253651106529678.html
Ramatu Aliyu: FCT state minister donates salary for inmates release

Minister of State for Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Hajia Ramatu Aliyu, has channelled her May salary towards the release of five inmates from Kuje prison.

27 May 10:10 Legit 3764253651207575157.html
Louise Smith: Man arrested on suspicion of murdering teenager

The body of 16-year-old Louise Smith was found in woodland in Havant on Thursday.

27 May 10:50 BBC News 3883826128647918658.html
Mail ballot surge places Postal Service under spotlight

The coronavirus pandemic has pushed millions of voters to request their ballots by mail, a rapid increase that is likely to change the shape of the 2020 electorate and put incredible strain on an

27 May 10:00 TheHill 355432918688713245.html
Democratic unity starts to crack in coronavirus liability reform fight

A group of moderate Senate Democrats say they are open to considering liability protection for businesses in the next round of coronavirus relief legislation, a crack in Democratic unity that gives

27 May 10:00 TheHill 355432919772657287.html
Suspect arrested after security officer fatally gunned down

Another security was shot at by the suspects a few metres away from where the guard was shot and killed.

27 May 10:43 The Citizen 410802302010885634.html
Lexington bar under fire after video surfaces showing large crowd inside

A Lexington bar is under fire, after a video surfaced showing large crowds gathering inside.

27 May 10:44 WVLT 4089046910390024058.html
Nepal postpones scheduled discussion on constitutional amendment to update map

Kathmandu: The discussion to amend Nepal's constitution to update the country's map, earlier slated for Wednesday, now has been taken out of schedule. Nepal's House of Representatives was scheduled...

27 May 10:48 www.thehawk.in 4118436624666048077.html
GBP/USD: Sterling has room to rise on Brexit hopes

Brexit hopes, the scandal around Dominic Cummings, and Sino-American relations are in the mix. Yohay Elam, an analyst at FXStreet, thinks the cable ha

27 May 10:11 FXStreet 4480975639901484056.html
Hong Kong Police Overwhelm Protesters Now Crying ‘Independence’

In the first major test of Hong Kong’s protest movement in 2020, it became clear that demonstrators face a more formidable challenge in reigniting the street power that humbled China last year -- and that Beijing’s moves could inspire a shift toward more radical views.

27 May 10:54 Bloomberg.com 4032480121002192594.html
GRAPHIC: Swift firings for Minneapolis officers in death of black man

The Minneapolis police chief said the department would conduct a full internal investigation, and prosecutors will decide whether to file criminal charges against the officers involved.

27 May 10:11 WVLT 4089046911895243603.html
NDDC Probe: Leave me out of your battles with NASS, Agbamuche tells Ojuogboh, NDDC

A High Chief from Odozi-Ani of Akwukwu Igbo Kingdom of Delta State, Nelson Agbamuche has dissociated himself from the brewing...

27 May 10:38 Vanguard News 4125100340825575318.html
Keeping Jurors Six Feet Apart Is a Challenge for Courts to Reopen

As the world’s courthouses prepare to reopen, many are installing Plexiglass “sneeze barriers” and instituting face-mask requirements for litigants and court staff. But one especially vexing problem remains: how to bring back the jury and where to put them.

27 May 10:00 Bloomberg.com 4032480122176487447.html
12 Injured After Mob Resorts to Stone Pelting in Odisha; Fed Up With Lockdown Measures

At least 12 police personnel and a journalist were injured when a mob indulged in stone-pelting in the steel city of Rourkela on Tuesday, demanding

27 May 10:32 Greater Kashmir 4662909092867139529.html
French power couple lose money laundering appeal

A French political power couple lost their appeal Wednesday against a money laundering conviction, capping a fall from grace spurred by accusations they illegally pocketed millions of euros in public funds while in office.

27 May 10:00 Digital Journal 4566489171594251139.html
'Stop partying', LA police warn Hollywood Hills neighborhood

Authorities in Los Angeles have warned residents of the city's Hollywood Hills neighborhood to tone down their house parties which have become a major problem during the global coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 10:30 manilastandard.net 4715274784628055328.html
Twitter is 'Interfering' in US Election, 'Stifling' Free Speech, Alleges Trump

US President Donald Trump has alleged that Twitter is "interfering" in the US election and 'completely stifling' free speech, after the social media

27 May 10:08 Greater Kashmir 4662909091299461560.html
Amid reports of rift, Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with MVA alliance partners

The discussion on the ongoing lockdown and the decision of lifting it in some areas are on the agenda list of this meeting.

27 May 10:09 The New Indian Express 4718288653905250226.html
Madras HC puts brakes on state government's plan to convert Jayalalitha's house into memorial 

The court said that the former CM's niece J Deepa and nephew J Deepa are her class II legal heirs and only a portion of the property can be converted to a memorial if required.

27 May 10:29 The New Indian Express 4718288653999066375.html
Nizamuddin Markaz case: Delhi Police to file 15 chargesheets against 294 foreigners who attended Tablighi Jamaat meet

Delhi Police will file 15 chargesheets against 294 foreign nationals in the Saket court today in connection with the Tablighi Jamaat congregation at Markaz in Delhi's Nizamuddin area

27 May 10:17 Firstpost 4760741712342942803.html
Karnataka to open temples, mosques, churches after 31 May; awaiting Centre’s guidelines on opening malls, theatres, says BS Yediyurappa

Karnataka Chief Minister Yediyurappa on Wednesday said that his government will re-open temples, mosques and churches in the state after 31 May

27 May 10:17 Firstpost 4760741712751385269.html
Swarms Of Locusts Unleash Havoc In Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh And Other States

This year’s locust attack has been termed the worst in two decades, with Rajasthan having suffered the harshest blow.

27 May 10:39 Swarajya 4977622828644060692.html
BS Yediyurappa Following PM By Not Fulfilling COVID-19 Package Promise: Siddaramaiah

Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Wednesday hit out at Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa-led Karnataka government for allegedly "betraying" the people by not fulfilling its Rs 1,610 crore COVID-19 package promise.

27 May 10:12 NDTV.com 5090057681249953247.html
As Covid-19 cases rise in 17 states, Americans still divided on whether masks should be mandated

(CNN) — As more places across the US offer people a chance to shop or dine inside, the issue of whether to wear a mask has...

27 May 10:56 WSVN 7News 4504855329826354388.html
Man arrested over deadly arson at Japanese animation studio: media

Japanese police on Wednesday formally arrested a man on suspicion of an arson attack on an animation studio in the city of Kyoto last year that killed 36 people, local media reported.

27 May 10:45 manilastandard.net 4715274784839856795.html
'Mr. Trump is debasing his office': The famously conservative Wall Street Journal editorial board slammed the president for pushing a Joe Scarborough murder conspiracy theory, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - President Donald Trump has been pushing a debunked theory that the "Morning Joe" cohost was involved in the 2001 death of a congressional aide.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 10:03 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757399464821.html
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Vancouver resident Trixie Ling recalls her disgust and anger after a passing stranger taunted her with racial and sexual slurs in early May. Then he spat on her face.

27 May 10:15 manilastandard.net 4715274784464865796.html
In Top Court Petition, Congress Seeks Nationwide Plan For Migrants

A nationwide list should be prepared on urgent basis "to identity and accurately tally the total number of migrant labourers who continue to be stranded" amid coronavirus lockdown, the Congress said today in a petition filed in the Supreme Court.

27 May 10:17 NDTV.com 5090057682245742516.html
Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia announces reopening of mosques

The Saudi Press Agency published a statement

27 May 10:51 Times of Oman 5168079155292595903.html
A Lake of the Ozarks bar defended hosting a packed pool party, saying that social distancing isn't the law and that it checked everyone's temperature, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The owner of Backwater Jack's bar at Lake of the Ozarks responded to criticism of his pool party, saying social distancing isn't enforceable.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 10:27 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757499321897.html
Man in 'serious condition' after crash in Nottingham city centre

The road has since reopened

27 May 10:17 NottinghamshireLive 5149776703107232160.html
Quarter-of-a-mile queue forms at tip on first day of reopening

Keynsham Recycling Centre opened today at 8am

27 May 10:51 BristolLive 4740742017012382785.html
Search For Missing Trampers Resumes

The search for missing trampers Dion Reynolds and Jessica O'Connor resumed at first light this morning.

27 May 10:23 SCOOP 5315658999292778499.html
NZF Foundation spent $130k on company run by Winston Peters' lawyer

Tens of thousands in donor's funds given to the New Zealand First Foundation were spent paying expenses, wages and bills for people closely associated with the New Zealand First leader Winston Peters.

27 May 10:14 SCOOP 5315658998828731622.html
New York City: Woman fired for lying to police about African-American man - US & Canada

Woman tells police that African-American man threatened her life after he requested she leash her dog, is fired by employer.

27 May 10:58 Israel National News 5374683670224747667.html
Hundreds demonstrate in Tel-Aviv against the Supreme Court: 'The people are the Sovereign' - Inside Israel

Demonstrators gather in Tel Aviv to protest Israeli Supreme Court's rulings against terrorist home demolition, infiltrator deportations.

27 May 10:37 Israel National News 5374683668741418894.html
Twitter issues fact check of Trump's tweets for first time

The label says “Get the facts about mail-in ballots,” and then redirects users to news articles and a bulleted list refuting Mr Trump’s claims.

27 May 10:59 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299561904911.html
Petition calls for councillor's dismissal after caravan 'parked outside neighbour's front door'

It has gathered more than 1,000 signatures

27 May 10:07 NottinghamshireLive 5149776702533261007.html
Kate Middleton is shutting down rumors that she and Meghan Markle fought over bridesmaids' tights before the royal wedding, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - A Kensington Palace spokesperson issued a statement condemning the "swathe of inaccuracies and false misrepresentations" in a new Tatler article.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 10:02 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756829546446.html
Over 6,500 new coronavirus cases in India, death toll climbs to 4,167

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,167 in the country, while the number of cases climbed to 1,45,380, registering an increase of 146 deaths and

27 May 10:05 Greater Kashmir 4662909091334726293.html
Harare man jailed for conning a Singaporean investor

A 38-year-old Harare man has been jailed an effective 7 years for conning a Singaporean investor in a USD$500 000 business venture.Fradreck Utsiwegota appeared ...

27 May 10:13 Bulawayo24 News 5565663538935781526.html
The Problem with Trump’s “Bloodlines”

President Trump’s recent remark about Henry Ford’s “good bloodlines” has aroused curiosity and controversy.

27 May 10:00 Breaking Israel News 540123162013126383.html
Kindiki affirms loyalty to President, appeals for compensation for region

Kindiki also pleaded with the national government to complete stalled projects in the region.

27 May 10:21 The Standard 5587226196093136404.html
Brazil leads daily coronavirus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped ...

27 May 10:15 CNA 5644198862709355539.html
China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation: Reports

HONG KONG: Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, Hong Kong media ...

27 May 10:59 CNA 5644198863735810080.html
Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old

Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having ...

27 May 10:25 CNA 5644198864253973511.html
Explainer: Hong Kong's China national anthem Bill aims to legislate 'respect'

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem.

27 May 10:44 CNA 5644198864115046809.html
Queensland man aged 30 dies from coronavirus

A 30-year-old man from central Queensland is believed to be Australia's 103rd coronavirus fatality. His partner is in hospital with symptoms of the virus.

27 May 10:14 The New Daily 5848147785849280187.html
Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

MINNEAPOLIS: Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday (May 27) over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face ...

27 May 10:13 CNA 5644198863002127205.html
Cabby jailed for posting fake COVID-19 'intel' on food outlet closures, urging panic buying

SINGAPORE: A taxi driver was jailed four months on Wednesday (May 27) for posting a fake message on Facebook about supposed food outlet closures ...

27 May 10:20 CNA 5644198863513193108.html
COVID-19: Moscow Offers Free Antibody Tests; Georgia Reopening Public Transport

Here's a roundup of COVID-19 developments in RFE/RL's broadcast regions.

27 May 10:02 Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty 5891794163052608071.html
'Mr. Trump is debasing his office': The famously conservative Wall Street Journal editorial board slammed the president for pushing a Joe Scarborough murder conspiracy theory

President Donald Trump has been pushing a debunked theory that the "Morning Joe" cohost was involved in the 2001 death of a congressional aide.

27 May 10:03 Business Insider 6060062401168223093.html
A Lake of the Ozarks bar defended hosting a packed pool party, saying that social distancing isn't the law and that it checked everyone's temperature

The owner of Backwater Jack's bar at Lake of the Ozarks responded to criticism of his pool party, saying social distancing isn't enforceable.

27 May 10:27 Business Insider 6060062401268080169.html
‘I can’t breathe’ – Here’s what we know about George Floyd’s death in the hands of Minneapolis police

George Floyd, an African-American man, died after a white Minneapolis cop who arrested him knelt on his neck despite pleading that he could not breathe.

27 May 10:00 Face2Face Africa 5878198131112567539.html
Delhi High Court asks Centre, Delhi govt to file status report on arrangements and helplines to deal with COVID-19 patients

High Court has also asked the two governments to assess the adequacy of the helpline capacity and state whether the same is sufficient to deal with the present call traffic.

27 May 10:11 newsx.com 5974563061505355936.html
Sebi again extends deadline to apply for 147 senior level vacancies amid Covid-19

India Business News: Markets regulator Sebi has again extended the deadline to apply for the post of 147 senior-level executives by two months till July 31 in the wake of

27 May 10:28 The Times of India 6060938663493624055.html
Lockdown: Toddler's failed attempt to wake up dead mother leaves internet, conscience shaken

India News: A toddler's vain attempt to wake up his dead mother from eternal sleep on a railway platform in Bihar's Muzaffarpur on Wednesday presented the most po

27 May 10:14 The Times of India 6060938663445171401.html
Rouhani urges Iran MPs to cooperate as parliament opens

Middle East News: TEHRAN: President Hassan Rouhani urged Iranian lawmakers to "cooperate" with his government in a speech on Wednesday during the inaugural session of t.

27 May 10:14 The Times of India 6060938664156734790.html
Nepal postpones scheduled discussion on constitutional amendment to update map

India News: The discussion to amend Nepal's constitution to update the country's map, earlier slated for Wednesday, now has been taken out of schedule. Nepal's Ho

27 May 10:59 The Times of India 6060938664442336172.html
Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.

27 May 10:04 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773865549118.html
Maimed turtle will live

A painted turtle that was seriously injured after being smashed with rocks is going to live.

27 May 10:25 Castanet 616068601670402305.html
161 PDLs, 33 prison execs positive for COVID

SOME 161 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) and 33 prison officials have tested positive for the deadly COVID-19 in Bureau of Corrections penal facilities as of May 25.

27 May 10:53 Journal Online 6375127391804719706.html
2 Chinese operators of illegal COVID-19 clinic in Clark hunted

THE National Bureau of Investigation is now hunting down two Chinese who allegedly operated a clandestine medical facility treating COVID-19 patients mostly foreigners inside a leisure park in Clark, Pampanga.

27 May 10:51 Journal Online 6375127392001593533.html
Nine people rescued from beach at Whitsand Bay

Off-duty lifeguards and members of the public saved them from the sea at Tregonhawke on Bank Holiday Monday

27 May 10:11 PlymouthLive 6373569607284212172.html
2 men jailed for rape of 2 girls in Bulacan

TWO men accused of raping two young girls in Bulacan were hauled to jail by the local police in separate anti-crime operations on Wednesday, Bulacan Police Provincial Office director, Colonel Lawrence B. Cajipe said yesterday.

27 May 10:36 Journal Online 6375127393201705203.html
4 more COVID-19 carriers recorded in Quezon

LUCENA CITY -- Three more carriers of the deadly coronavirus desease (CIVID-19) were recorded in Quezon province bringing the total number of confirmed cases to eighty nine (89).

27 May 10:19 Journal Online 6375127392237685955.html
Illegal Chinese COVID-19 clinic raided in Makati

AUTHORITIES raided a medical clinic being used as treatment facility for Chinese nationals with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and arrested two Chinese doctors Tuesday afternoon in Makati city.

27 May 10:04 Journal Online 6375127392397643488.html
M'sians Who Defied CMCO To Balik Kampung Could Lose Jobs If They Fail To Return To Work

Defence Minister Ismail Sabri now challenges those who managed to slip past interstate borders to return home before their employers fire them if they do not report to work after two consecutive days.

27 May 10:12 SAYS 6412808305787724883.html
Cops hunt lockdown flouting yobs who brandished weapons and bricks during Johnstone disturbances

COPS are hunting yobs who were brandishing weapons and bricks in Johnstone during a number of disturbances as they flouted lockdown rules. Police say the thugs were spotted with the dangerous items…

27 May 10:16 The Scottish Sun 6609127672857098023.html
Rouhani urges cooperation as newly elected Parliament convenes

Iran has held the opening session of its new Parliament under strict health protocols, more than three months after an election in February was swept by conservative candidates.

27 May 10:29 Aljazeera 6642629762350107941.html
Rahul weakening country’s resolve to fight pandemic: BJP

Even his party Chief Ministers are acting contrary to his statements on lockdowns, it says

27 May 10:48 The Hindu 6679535024857173893.html
Coronavirus: Gujarat HC Judges Will Check On Ahmedabad Hospital Through Surprise Visit

The court said there is a lack of “proper team work and coordination” at the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, where nearly 400 Covid-19 patients have died so far.

27 May 10:39 HUFFPOST 6665507016892941042.html
1,600 migrant workers leave Mumbai for Tamil Nadu in spl train

The workers started their journey for Tirunelveli on Tuesday evening.

27 May 10:49 The Hindu 6679535025141909143.html
Supreme Court seeks response of PCI, Centre on plea against media communalising Tablighi Jamaat incident

It asks them what action can be taken against media channels

27 May 10:20 The Hindu 6679535024321155546.html
Chennai taxi driver ferries healthcare workers during lockdown

V Ramesh, an UberMedic driver, is on his feet during lockdown, ferrying doctors and people who are unwell from home to hospital and back

27 May 10:02 The Hindu 6679535025262082065.html
Man under treatment for COVID-19 in Chennai, ends life

The 57-year-old’s body was found in a bathroom of the Government Medical College Hospital, Omandurar Estate, early on Wednesday

27 May 10:45 The Hindu 6679535025684706833.html
Appeal to State govt.

The Hassan district administration, on Wednesday, appealed to the State government to allow doctors and support staff stay put in hotels during the duty week and quarantine period. Hassan Deputy Commi

27 May 10:24 The Hindu 6679535025714643911.html
Coronavirus: States to clear operation of international flights

Stranded passengers told to register with Indian missions, download Aarogya Setu App

27 May 10:59 The Hindu 6679535026170744876.html
Donald Trump Committed to July 4 Celebration Despite Lawmaker Alarm on Coronavirus

File photo of US President Donald Trump. (Image: AP) Trump in April said that because of the coronavirus, the event … Donald Trump Committed to July 4 Celebration Despite Lawmaker Alarm on Coronavirus Read More »

27 May 10:33 ISSCNC 6824315491703508517.html
UK Minister Says Move On From Rage Over Lockdown Trip Of Boris Johnson’s Aide Dominic Cummings

Dominic Cummings said he had acted reasonably and not broken the lockdown rules. (FILE) London: A British minister said on … UK Minister Says Move On From Rage Over Lockdown Trip Of Boris Johnson’s Aide Dominic Cummings Read More »

27 May 10:25 ISSCNC 6824315490752360299.html
Donbas warlord's official residence address in Russia revealed – media

Journalists found new evidence of Pushilin's strong ties with Russia, this time – through real estate paperwork.

27 May 10:20 UNIAN 6863008972046332411.html
SBI goes to museum to serve summons on Poroshenko for questioning

It says its agents acted under the Code of Criminal Procedure of Ukraine.

27 May 10:00 UNIAN 6863008971286431679.html
Situation at Sino-India boundary ‘stable and controllable’, says China

The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said China was following the “important consensus” reached by the two leaders of India and China and was “…strictly observing the agreements between the two countries”.

27 May 10:48 Hindustan Times 696565557151431459.html
Judge who told woman to ‘close your legs’ to prevent assault is removed from bench

A New Jersey judge who said closing your legs could prevent sexual assault has been barred from presiding over a courtroom and dismissed from the State Supreme Court bench.The unanimous decision on Tuesday cited “repeated and serious acts of misconduct” by state superior court judge John Russo Jr.

27 May 10:00 Yahoo 7097669637499059198.html
Iran, US prisoners held by two sides

Tehran (AFP) - Iran and the United States have long been sworn enemies, and despite rare prisoner swaps in recent years, they still hold a number of each other's nationals behind bars.

27 May 10:58 Yahoo 7097669637223606005.html
Walkers found after 19 days in the New Zealand wilderness

The 23-year-olds were winched from a clearing after a helicopter spotted smoke from their fire.

27 May 10:57 Yahoo 7097669638335007939.html
Poor Venezuelans protest as shortages stoke anger at Maduro

Lack of water and electricity adds to misery in slums caused by coronavirus

27 May 10:00 Ft 707176889488244538.html
Trump on Twitter mocks Biden for wearing a face mask

"I thought it was very unusual he had one on," the president said when asked about his tweet.

27 May 10:22 Yahoo 7097669638476392222.html
Karnataka News: Mosques, Churches, With Temples to Open For Public From June 1, Says CM Yediyurappa

The Karnataka CM said that his government was awaiting the Centre's permission regarding the same and that he had also written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on reopening of hotels in the state.

27 May 10:16 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386084346753877.html
Despite Testing Negative For Covid-19, Odisha Man Forced to Quarantine in Car Because of Stigma

Patra who has been staying inside his car since May 21 will complete the quarantine today.

27 May 10:51 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386083342560736.html
IDF Rounds Up Suspects in PA Again as Gen. Kochavi Prepares for July Sovereignty

The IDF chief—probably the best man at that helm in decades—is preparing to give the prime minister the security cover he would require to carry out the partial annexation.

27 May 10:36 The Jewish Press 7246030800918565660.html
Woman fired from job after calling 911 on black man in park

"There's an African-American, he's recording me and threatening me and my dog," she claimed.

27 May 10:25 Yahoo 7097669637868805619.html
Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.

27 May 10:03 Express & Star 7324224459330145598.html
Kolkata Knight Riders extend support to help government battle aftermath of cyclone Amphan

Extending a helping hand to the victims of Super Cyclone Amphan, Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Wednesday pledged support to the West Bengal Chief Ministers Relief Fund among other initiatives.

27 May 10:25 DNA India 7533428661740833485.html
IEBC scam: Oswago put on his defence

Defence lawyers to file submissions before trial date is set.

27 May 10:50 Daily Nation 7421817124936907743.html
Absence of EFCC lawyer stalls Oyo-Ita ‘N570m fraud’ case

The trial of Winifred Oyo-Ita, former head of service, was stalled by the absence of Mohammed Abubakar, counsel to the Economic and Financial...

27 May 10:23 TheCable 7513571674219988927.html
Canada court decision could end ‘Huawei Princess’ extradition saga

A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision Wednesday on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations.

27 May 10:15 The Guardian 7580308504158441070.html
Editorial: Your web browsing says a lot about you. The government should have to get a warrant to look at it

In reauthorizing a surveillance law, Congress must protect the privacy of the internet

27 May 10:00 Yahoo 7097669638096132425.html
Woman who threatened to call police on black birdwatcher in New York's Central Park loses job

A clip posted on Twitter showing the incident has been viewed millions of times.

27 May 10:30 TheJournal.ie 6446904418578299012.html
All the Tory MPs calling for Dominic Cummings to quit or be sacked over lockdown flouting

Boris Johnson has swung behind his chief aide - but Tory backbenchers have broken cover and one junior minister has resigned

27 May 10:23 mirror 675785259816913405.html
Johnson says it is time 'to move on' from Cummings row

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said it was time for Britain to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser Dominic Cummings was accused of violating the coronavirus lockdown rules.

27 May 10:22 RTE.ie 7595237278017249862.html
India captures pigeon on suspicion of spying for Pakistan

A suspected Pakistani spy pigeon has ruffled the feathers of Indian authorities, who accused the pink-painted bird of carrying a “coded message,” according to reports. Villagers in Manyari turned

27 May 10:50 New York Post 7654946769150121533.html
IN DETAIL: Executive order on financial autonomy for state judiciary, legislature 

Last Friday, President Muhammadu Buhari signed an executive order granting financial autonomy to the judiciary and legislature in the 36 states of Nigeria.  The president is empowered by section 5

27 May 10:01 TheCable 7513571675919646566.html
South Africa to let places of worship reopen from June

South Africa's churches and other places of worship can reopen their doors from June, but will be limited to 50 people, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Tuesday as coronavirus lockdown rules are further eased.

27 May 10:00 The Jakarta Post 7678601102321661059.html
ICC denies reports T20 World Cup in Australia has been postponed

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has denied reports that a decision had been taken to postpone the Twenty20 World Cup in Australia and says preparations are ongoing.

27 May 10:32 Sky Sports 7729859609553697833.html
Trump says Twitter is "stifling free speech" after it labels his tweets with fact-check warning

Yesterday saw Trump tweet that mail-in ballots would be forged, illegally printed, and signed. A follow-up Tweet claimed that anyone living in the state of California would get a ballot, and professionals would tell them how to vote, and for…

27 May 10:20 TechSpot 7732733960695161059.html
WATCH | 'I can't breath': Four Minnesota cops fired after death of unarmed George Floyd

Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday, a day after a bystander's cellphone video captured one of them kneeling on the neck of an unarmed black man who later died in a hospital.

27 May 10:06 TimesLIVE 7950036620475437290.html
Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers in Telangana

Returning workers are sent to home quarantine but the stigma of having been in Mumbai sticks to them

27 May 10:04 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363020380634.html
Andhra Pradesh natives happy to return home

The first domestic flight landed at Vijayawada airport from Chennai with 79 passengers

27 May 10:39 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363501195899.html
Andhra High Court initiates contempt against YSRC MP, ex-MLA and 47 others

The two cases pertain to some people posting messages in social media threatening a judge

27 May 10:25 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363712133151.html
Family violence hubs rushed, poorly implemented: auditor

The state's auditor has slammed the roll-out of a key Andrews government reform in response to the 2016 royal commission into family violence.

27 May 10:43 The Age 7967730561804967339.html
Ethics committee to govern councillor inappropriate conduct complaints

The new ethics committee will be bipartisan with both LNP and Labor councillors sitting on it.

27 May 10:09 The Age 7967730562878925579.html
Congress cannot pass the buck in Maharashtra: Fadnavis after RaGa remarks

Fadnavis said that speculative statements like the Opposition trying to destabilise the Sena-led government are wrong.

27 May 10:39 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363342833156.html
Police rescue 2 abducted siblings in Ebonyi

The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint.The Command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Mrs Loveth Odah disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abakaliki.

27 May 10:42 The Guardian 7580308505676776679.html
‘Mr. Trump is debasing his office’: The famously conservative Wall Street Journal editorial board slammed the president for pushing a Joe Scarborough murder conspiracy

The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board has come out against President Trump for pushing a conspiracy theory about MSNBC anchor Joe Scarborough.

27 May 10:03 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883983895413.html
Kate Middleton is shutting down rumors that she and Meghan Markle fought over bridesmaids’ tights before the royal wedding

Kate Middleton has shut down a Tatler article that claims she and Meghan Markle had a fight over bridesmaids’ tights before the royal wedding.

27 May 10:02 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883413977038.html
Poland's PM is confident presidential vote will be held in June

WARSAW (Reuters) - Poland’s presidential election will be held in June, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said on Wednesday, amid speculation that a spat over legislation on the way the vote will be conducted may push the ballot date back well beyond next month.

27 May 10:20 Reuters 8334514180370618277.html
A Lake of the Ozarks bar defended hosting a packed pool party, saying that social distancing isn’t the law and that it checked everyone’s temperature

The owner of a bar at Lake of the Ozarks has defended his decision to host a crowded pool party over the Memorial Day weekend, despite an intense social media backlash.

27 May 10:27 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046884083752489.html
China to increase international flights if virus under control: regulator

BEIJING (Reuters) - China’s aviation authority will consider increasing international flights as long as imported coronavirus risks are under control, state media China News reported on Wednesday, citing the agency’s deputy director, Li Jian.

27 May 10:36 Reuters 8334514179819871276.html
House to begin proxy voting; GOP sues to block historic change

May 27 (UPI) -- The House is set to begin a historic new proxy voting resolution on Wednesday that will let lawmakers cast votes for absent lawmakers, a prospect opposed by Republicans in the lower chamber.

27 May 10:36 UPI 8257973865252625856.html
Father Ready to Die for Infant as KNH Bill Surpasses Ksh530K [VIDEO]

The father disclosed that the hospital's decision to raise the cost of the treatment was a painful pill to swallow as...

27 May 10:58 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838154328678680.html
Disney, SeaWorld announce proposed reopen dates, guidelines

After months of being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Walt Disney World and SeaWorld are ready to reopen.

27 May 10:35 Fox 4 8372747776982149957.html
Dr Patrick Amoth's Powerful Father Who Sired Siaya Governor

Unknown to many, Health DG Patrick Amoth and Siaya Governor Cornel Rasanga were raised by...

27 May 10:02 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838154697046417.html
Covid-19: Identify private hospitals for free or minimum cost treatment of patients, SC tells Centre

Chief Justice of India SA Bobde asked why the private hospitals, who have been given land free of cost by the government, cannot treat patients for free.

27 May 10:00 Scroll.in 8669301694239659152.html
Covid-19: Congress’ Randeep Surjewala seeks to intervene in SC’s migrants crisis case

Surjewala said he and the Congress were unable to raise the issue of migrant labourers in Parliament as no sessions have been held since March.

27 May 10:34 Scroll.in 8669301693391554024.html
Cricket: After reports suggesting T20 World Cup in Australia set to be postponed to 2021, ICC denies

The ICC Board is also likely to discuss the issue of tax exemption for the 2021 World T20 in India as BCCI has sought more time.

27 May 10:45 Scroll.in 8669301692388270117.html
Heartbreaking: Twitterati shocked by video of baby trying to wake up dead mother

In a heartbreaking video, a baby who was seen trying to wake up his dead mother with a shroud covering the body at a railway station in Bihar.

27 May 10:08 Free Press Journal 9080771786942870783.html
‘I’d rather face the virus than let the people die of hunger’: NTT governor to reopen tourist destinations on June 15

The governor of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) says he would rather face the coronavirus rather than letting his citizens die of hunger, as his administration announces that tourist destinations in the province will begin reopening on June 15  “As...

27 May 10:14 Coconuts 8871564983243766932.html
WHO Chief Thanks UK’s Johnson for Support After ‘Very Good’ Phone Call

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - World Health Organization (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Wednesday thanked UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson for support for the global...

27 May 10:02 Sputniknews 967333868928605190.html
Bible Verse Speaking Against Wearing 'Religious Mask' Gets Attention After Pope's Public Mass

On Sunday, Pope Francis delivered a mass blessing for the first time in three months; the move that was both supported and criticised by many in relation to existing...

27 May 10:39 Sputniknews 967333868346756806.html
Despite COVID-19 Crisis Britain Has Not Let Its Guard Down To Terrorist Threat, Says Expert

The British state, including the security forces, have been focusing on the threat from COVID-19 since it arrived in February. So does that mean the police are letting...

27 May 10:38 Sputniknews 967333869029212405.html
Prince Andrew 'was seen grinding with topless girl on Jeffrey Epstein's island'

The Prince has adamantly denied any claims against him.

27 May 10:13 Metro 970161747960253719.html
Investment banker fired over racist video of her shouting at black man

Amy Cooper was sacked from her investment banking job after telling police 'there's an African American man threatening me'.

27 May 10:56 Metro 970161748207605358.html
WHO urged to seek end to internet shutdown in South Asia

India and Pakist­an are top two countr­ies in South Asia asking Facebo­ok inform­ation relate­d to user accoun­t

27 May 11:23 The Express Tribune 1105816787282307973.html
Jenrick is latest minister to give 'car crash' interview defending Cummings

The housing secretary said it is time for the country to 'move on' from the scandal.

27 May 10:17 Metro 970161748427700153.html
Israel’s Choice, Between Shame and Pride

As the new leader of the opposition in Israel, I face a difficult dilemma.

27 May 11:00 The Atlantic 100708437395061674.html
Righting the Wrong: Jordanian Parliamentarians Back Their King, Call to End Peace with Israel

Jordanian parliamentarians say all options are on the table, including the cancellation of the historic pact, if Israel goes ahead with its decision to extend its...

27 May 10:12 Sputniknews 967333867845132637.html
Jaipur residents urge state government to do ‘surgical strike’ on locusts as insects swathe city

"I have been unable to sleep since Monday when I saw lakhs of these insects creating havoc in my house on Monday and Tuesday."

27 May 11:58 The Statesman 1191309781065280068.html
Severe lockdown will ruin Indian economy: Health expert Johan Giesecke to Rahul Gandhi

Claiming that a severe lockdown may disrupt the economic growth, Giesecke told Rahul Gandhi, "India has to ease restrictions one by one.

27 May 11:51 The Statesman 1191309781860230138.html
TDP holds India's first digital political conclave

Tech-savvy Chandrababu Naidu set a new record by conducting India's first online political conclave with over 14,000 participants.

27 May 11:48 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191887218100.html
Yogi Adityanath takes U-turn on order making permission must for hiring migrants by other states

In a two-pronged strategy to secure migrants, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of workers.

27 May 11:16 The Statesman 1191309782086685929.html
Congress has turned a laboratory of political hypocrisy during pandemic period: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi

Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said instead of creating confusion among people, the Congress should try to become a part of confidence building measures in these hours of crisis.

27 May 11:56 The Financial Express 1288289579959036787.html
South Korea reports 40 new coronavirus cases, biggest jump in nearly 50 days

More than 2 million high school juniors, middle school seniors, first and second graders and kindergarten students were expected to return to school on Wednesday.

27 May 11:25 The Financial Express 1288289579813821421.html
Donald Trump ‘displeased’ with China’s new security law for Hong Kong: White House

The bill which is set to be approved by the National People's Congress, regarded as the rubber-stamp parliament for its routine approval of proposals by the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC), comes in the backdrop of relentless agitation by the local Hong Kong people/

27 May 11:43 The Financial Express 1288289581431398669.html
Israeli president tells Australian PM: alleged abuser Malka Leifer will not ‘evade justice’

Vow comes after Jerusalem court ruled ex-teacher is mentally fit to stand trial and be extradited over 74 sexual assault charges

27 May 11:50 the Guardian 1491978794499154352.html
A history of resistance: key dates in Hong Kong's battle with China

Beijing’s attempts to bring the territory to heel since handover have resulted in pushback and protest

27 May 11:53 the Guardian 1491978795215242410.html
Revealed: conservative group fighting to restrict voting tied to powerful dark money network

Honest Elections Project, part of network that pushed supreme court pick Brett Kavanaugh, is now focusing on voting restrictions

27 May 11:00 the Guardian 1491978795738846639.html
Forced Out by Kevin Maxwell review – prejudice between police

A former detective recounts in shocking detail how he was abused by fellow officers for his race and sexuality and the dangers he faced in fighting for justice

27 May 11:00 the Guardian 1491978795735707206.html
Actor Kiran Kumar tests negative for Covid-19, says family in isolation

The actor said his third coronavirus test has come negative, but his family members continue to be in isolation as a precautionary measure.

27 May 11:44 Business-Standard 1502508926495244382.html
Trust ICMR call on HCQ in Covid treatment: CSIR's Shekhar Mande

Indian researchers have not found any major side-effects of HCQ and its use should be continued in preventive treatment for Covid-19, ICMR said

27 May 11:13 Business-Standard 1502508926109520397.html
14 students from Cebu City who arrived in Mindanao test positive for coronavirus

(UPDATED) Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella says his office will investigate how the students got the virus and why they were allowed to leave

27 May 11:12 Rappler 1882105643596817250.html
Child sex offender gets life imprisonment for human trafficking

David Timothy Deakin is the first foreigner to be convicted for trafficking offenses through online proceedings, according to the International Justice Mission

27 May 11:49 Rappler 1882105641975348894.html
Disney, CBS sued for 'rampant' sexual harassment on 'Criminal Minds'

California sued Disney and CBS for allegedly covering up 14 years of sexual harassment against male crew members on the set of television cop series Criminal Minds, officials said Tuesday. A lawsuit

27 May 11:41 Deccan Herald 2027555796633250206.html
India wilts as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

The hot spell is projected to scorch northern India for several more days, 'with severe heat wave conditions in isolated pockets'

27 May 11:42 Rappler 1882105642040311497.html
Oli fails to drum up support: Nepal’s new map put on hold

Sources familiar with the development tell OneIndia that Oil had failed to build a consensus. May felt that this was an effort on Oli's part to whip up ultra-nationalistic sentiments against India.

27 May 11:32 Oneindia 2023829371567645714.html
Airbus experts from France begin probe into Pakistan air crash

An 11-member team of technical experts of Airbus aerospace company visited the Jinnah International Airport here and inspected the runway, air traffic control tower and radar control station as part

27 May 11:31 Deccan Herald 2027555797417624635.html
Coronavirus: Loyal dog in China waits at hospital for three months for elderly owner who died of COVID-19

Xiao Bao refused to leave the hospital premises till a dog shelter got a hold of him

27 May 11:41 Gulf News 2086521543707202533.html
COVID-19: 692 new cases reported in Kuwait

New deaths take overall fatalities to 175 in the country

27 May 11:25 Gulf News 2086521545333558976.html
FG to hand over Madagascar Covid-19 cure to Health Ministry today

The Federal government of Nigeria will today hand over the Madagascar covid-19 cure to the Ministry of Health. This was disclosed in a statement by the Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire during a programme on Channels

27 May 11:27 LailasNews.com 2090029849554115664.html
Head of Site Integrity & Election Security at Twitter Thinks There Are “Actual Nazis in the White House”

But you can trust him to be impartial.

27 May 11:32 Infowars 1950426315491788723.html
Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

27 May 11:27 CTVNews 2422791597177340541.html
Canadian cruise ship musician returns home after months stuck at sea

A Canadian who was stuck at sea for months has finally returned home after his job on a cruise ship turned into an ordeal amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 11:30 CTVNews 2422791598147111237.html
Hong Kong police arrest 300 as thousands protest over security laws

HONG KONG, May 27 (Reuters) - Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China, that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

27 May 11:53 Daily Maverick 2373996789145885511.html
U.K. lawmakers set to quiz Johnson amid pressure to fire aide

Senior British lawmakers are set to question Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday amid growing pressure to fire his closest adviser for allegedly flouting COVID-19 lockdown rules.

27 May 11:15 Coronavirus 2422791598548499797.html
Spain to mourn coronavirus victims for unprecedented 10-day period

The Spanish government has declared 10 days of mourning starting Wednesday for the nearly 27,000 people who have died with the novel coronavirus in Spain, the longest official mourning period in the country's 4-decade-old democracy.

27 May 11:49 Coronavirus 2422791598861594924.html
Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The anthem bill is set for a second reading today and is expected to be turned into law next month

27 May 11:04 The Asian Age 2126266544478989937.html
BREAKING: Court stops revocation of Ororo Marginal Field

The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has restrained the Minister of Petroleum Resources and Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR)...

27 May 11:12 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900128630050.html
Border tensions: Imran Khan accuses India of ‘threatening its neighbours’

The Pakistani Prime Minister's reaction comes amid tensions with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and border dispute with Nepal.

27 May 11:29 The Indian Express 2885715104952386438.html
'Children have been traumatised by Philippines abusive drugs war'

Thousands of children in the Philippines have suffered psychological distress, bullying and worsening poverty as a result of President Rodrigo..

27 May 11:20 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900127496632.html
South Africa marks milestone for emergency power procurement

DMRE has confirmed that South Africa's energy regulator is in agreement with a Ministerial determination for the procurement of 2,000MW of emergency power.

27 May 11:19 ESI-Africa.com 2679729877537981416.html
Oyo records two COVID-19 death, 17 new cases

Two people have died from coronavirus in Oyo State.Six additional persons also tested positive from a latest result while 17 persons had their...

27 May 11:35 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900837247847.html
Tablighi Jamaat case: Delhi Police to file 15 more chargesheets against 294 foreigners

Delhi Police PRO Anil Mittal said Wednesday that in addition to 20 charge-sheets filed yesterday, 15 more will be filed today. He said, "Accused persons are being charged for violation of visa rules, and the Centre has cancelled their visas and blacklisted them."

27 May 11:49 The Indian Express 2885715105786511375.html
Why can’t private hospitals awarded free land treat Covid-19 patients for free, asks SC

Seeking a reply from Centre on the matter in a week, the apex court said hospitals which can treat such patients for free or at a nominal cost must be identified.

27 May 11:11 The Indian Express 2885715104799534085.html
JUST IN: Kano, IGP, others bow, unseal rice factory

After vacillating for about three weeks, the Kano State Government, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and two others have complied with a May...

27 May 11:44 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901080944565.html
Technician shoots dead three colleagues in Thailand

BANGKOK, May 27 — A technician shot dead three of his male colleagues at a state-run radio station, including the director, and wounded another in northern Thailand today, according to police. In the incident at 11am, the 58-year-old man, armed with two handguns, a 9mm and .38, killed the...

27 May 11:10 Malaymail 302165934682847595.html
Need to have more BS labs in state: Gov

Nagaland Governor, RN Ravi, Tuesday emphasised the need for more Bio-Safety Level (BSL) laboratories in the state besides rigorous contact tracing.

27 May 11:10 Nagalandpost 3019528212193420111.html
ESScom on high alert over possible Abu Sayyaf kidnap plan

LAHAD DATU, May 27 — The Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCom) is on high alert after receiving intelligence information of a possible kidnap for ransom plan by the militant Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) in the waters of the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone). ESSCom commander Datuk Hazani Ghazali...

27 May 11:59 Malaymail 302165934689364403.html
Boris Calls for Inquiry into Coronavirus Origins Following China’s Cover Up

Boris Johnson has called for an independent investigation into the origins of coronavirus after reports China orchestrated a cover up.

27 May 11:49 Breitbart 3148363492809032910.html
Covid-19: Immigration detention centres functioning as usual, says D-G

SEPANG, May 27 — Immigration officials from three immigration detention centres in Bukit Jalil, Semenyih and Sepang who are undergoing quarantine at home have been replaced by personnel from the Immigration headquarters and other state offices, says Immigration Department director-general Datuk...

27 May 11:30 Malaymail 302165935228441699.html
NPCC says PDA has failed on all fronts; demand dismissal of govt

Alleging that the ruling PDA government has failed on all fronts, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) Tuesday demanded that the governor step in to salvage the situation by dismissing “this incompetent and callous government”, which it said was “only interested in clinging on to power at whatever cost.”

27 May 11:12 Nagalandpost 3019528212322687093.html
Birdwatcher: Woman's call to police was 'definitely racist'

The black birdwatcher who filmed the viral video of a woman calling the police on Memorial Day after he complained about her unleashed dog said he appreciated

27 May 11:41 TheHill 355432918469976467.html
We demolished Rivers hotels in peoples' interest - Governor Wike

Nyesom Wike, Rivers governor, has come out with an explanation on the demolition of two hotels in the state, saying the decision was taken in peoples' interest.

27 May 11:25 Legit 3764253650521073064.html
You sold out our party - Kashamu tells ex-PDP chairman in Ogun

Senator Buruji Kashamu has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)'s former chairman in Ogun, Chief Bayo Dayo, of selling the party out for financial gains.

27 May 11:23 Legit 3764253650416882083.html
Muslim woman breaks records, becomes 1st hijab-wearing judge in UK

A Muslim woman, Raffia Arshad, has broken a big record in the United Kingdom after she became the first hijab-wearing judge in the country. She is 40-years-old.

27 May 11:10 Legit 3764253649559456506.html
Coronavirus deaths in Scotland down for fourth consecutive week

The number of people who died with confirmed or suspected Covid-19 was 3,779 as of May 24.

27 May 11:37 Shropshire Star 3480199992903026534.html
Liverpool 5G phone mast damaged in arson attack

Residents report a "loud bang" and seeing flames from the phone mast, just days after it was put up.

27 May 11:06 BBC News 3883826128261712888.html
Ambulance staff ‘assaulted for asking patients to wear face mask’

The Welsh Ambulance Service said some patients have become aggressive when asked to wear a face mask as a precaution.

27 May 11:48 Shropshire Star 3480199991581255717.html
Shropshire Council Tory pair blast Dominic Cummings over lockdown journeys

Conservative members of Shropshire Council have blasted Boris Johnson’s chief adviser Dominic Cummings for his “arrogance” since his alleged breach of lockdown rules came to light.

27 May 11:45 Shropshire Star 3480199992992881374.html
3 childless widows living in mud house get 3-bedroom bungalow from lawmaker

The lawmaker representing Nnewi North constituency in Anambra state, Nonso Smart Okafor, has built a house for three childless widows who were living in a mud.

27 May 11:25 Legit 3764253650969861828.html
Angola police accused of shooting dead union official

An Angolan trade union has accused the police of shooting dead one of their senior officials and his neighbour in front of his home in the capital, Luanda.

27 May 11:03 News24 3752801378433471400.html
ENSF, WYH slam govt over sending returnees violating SOP

Accusing the state government of “discriminating” the returnees of Eastern Nagaland and forcefully despatching them to Tuensang violating all standard operating procedure (SOP) and protocols of COVID-19, the Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF) has cautioned that the state government would be held solely responsible in the event of outbreak of law and order and widespread infection.

27 May 11:12 Nagalandpost 3019528212885671842.html
UPDATED: Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims. Twitter ...

27 May 11:49 Punch Newspapers 3524240995577181630.html
PDP hails FG over successes against banditry, other crimes in Zamfara

The Zamfara chapter of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Tuesday, expressed satisfaction with the efforts of the Federal Government

27 May 11:54 Vanguard News 4125100338791499623.html
Trump accuses Twitter of interfering in US elections

President Donald Trump has accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 U.S. election scheduled for Nov. 3 after the microblogging service

27 May 11:11 Vanguard News 4125100339754613285.html
Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time

Twitter issued a fact check of some of Donald Trump’s tweets on Tuesday, marking the first time the U.S. president’s favoured social media platform

27 May 11:20 Vanguard News 4125100338855130844.html
[ICYMI] Ogoni women go topless, vow full nude protest over detention of demolished hotel manager

Ogoni women, Tuesday, rallied topless in protest at Zaakpon community, Khana Local Government Area, demanding the release of arrested

27 May 11:33 Vanguard News 4125100340537881398.html
Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

27 May 11:22 WVLT 4089046910157584133.html
Aap ko bodies mil gyi hain? Callous attitude of PIA deepens wounds of Pakistan plane crash victims' kin

A Twitter user, Adil Rahmaan, who lost both his parents, Fazal and Walida Rahmaan in the Karachi plane crash shared how PIA officials were harassing the grieving kin of the deceased, constantly calling them up and asking inconsiderate questions. 

27 May 11:38 India Today 4286117813579500559.html
Bulgaria: Newly Employed Persons Higher than Registered Unemployed in May

For the first time since the beginning of the Covid-19 crisis in Bulgaria, the number of newly employed persons is higher than those newly registered at the employment offices. In the week of May 18-24, a total of 8,028 people found jobs, while the newly unemployed persons numbered 7,225, the National Statistical Institute reported.

27 May 11:48 novinite.com 4235039570250514804.html
Why Ronaldinho Once Gave Opponent His Shirt At Half-Time

Former FC Barcelona wizard Ronaldinho regularly terrorised his opponents on the football pitch, and one of them has now recalled why the Brazilian gave him his shirt during the half-time break of a match.

27 May 11:33 Soccer Laduma 3901337371235671757.html
Prison Reform Matters Now More Than Ever

The virus shows the need to reduce incarceration, but misplaced fears of crime stand in the way.

27 May 11:30 Bloomberg 4032480121269700192.html
Exclusive: Latest images show China's war threat may not be rhetoric

Fresh images from the European Space Agency show signs of movement in the Aksai Chin region as late as the third week of this month.

27 May 11:33 India Today 4286117813413382829.html
'No excuse': Jimmy Fallon apologizes for wearing blackface on Saturday Night Live

Late night comedian Jimmy Fallon apologized for wearing blackface during a Saturday Night Live skit back in 2000.

27 May 11:20 Washington Examiner 4625792333098215892.html
Police appeal after four people sprayed by white liquid during attacks in Coupar Angus and Dundee

Police in Tayside have appealed for witnesses after four people, including a young child, were sprayed with a white liquid from a passing car.

27 May 11:26 The Courier 4275302768070336219.html
Twitter labels Trump tweets as 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Trump's tweets contended without evidence that mail-in voting would lead to fraud and a "Rigged Election".

27 May 11:15 DAWN.COM 4500271766747050910.html
Trump Accuses Twitter Of ‘Interfering’ In Election For Fact Checking His False Claim About Mail-In Voting

President Donald Trump flew into a rage on Tuesday night after Twitter used its new fact checking feature to correct...

27 May 11:45 Talking Points Memo 4598529365522921352.html
Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian

27 May 11:10 Digital Journal 4566489171919934029.html
Jimmy Fallon apologizes for wearing blackface in old 'SNL' clip

Fallon is impersonating fellow

27 May 11:46 The New Indian Express 4718288653163887501.html
Delhi Police to file 15 charge-sheets against 294 foreign nationals in Tablighi Jamaat case

The charge-sheets were filed under relevant sections of the Foreigners Act, Epidemic Diseases Act, Disaster Management Act, and the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

27 May 11:11 The New Indian Express 4718288654037123875.html
Britain's Lawn Tennis Association announces return of elite competition with tour events in July

The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) said four British Tour events would be held between 3-26 July, subject to confirmation of government requirements

27 May 11:19 Firstpost 4760741712447456496.html
'Highly irresponsible': Shocking footage shows man risking his life to climb iconic Bristol tower

Warning: Do not attempt this

27 May 11:48 BristolLive 4740742018006006826.html
UP: Gorakhpur Teacher Suspended For Pro-Pakistan Questions During Online Class

A show-cause notice has been issued to her by the school, asking to file a reply within seven days.

27 May 11:42 Swarajya 4977622828515152349.html
Under-fire Nicaragua reports significant rise in COVID-19 cases

Nicaragua, criticized by its Central American neighbors for doing little to halt the spread of the coronavirus, on Tuesday reported a significant rise in COVID-19 deaths and infections. 

27 May 11:30 manilastandard.net 4715274786244394910.html
Karnataka keen on opening worship places from June 1, awaits nod from Centre

The temples would be reopened keeping in mind cleanliness where soap and water or sanitizers and also social distancing would be compulsory. 

27 May 11:31 The New Indian Express 4718288654948842424.html
Police swarm Hong Kong ahead of flashpoint anthem debate

Hong Kong riot police ringed the city's legislature on Wednesday to stifle any protests ahead of a debate over a law that bans insulting China's national anthem, the latest measure activists say is chipping away at free speech in the finance hub.

27 May 11:00 manilastandard.net 4715274785435442772.html
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds.

27 May 11:34 Vanguard News 4125100339624589885.html
After months of lockdown, Estonian workers flock home from Finland

When Finland locked its borders in March during the coronavirus crisis, tens of thousands of migrant workers from Estonia had an excruciating choice to make: stay put, or go home to see family -- and risk losing their jobs.

27 May 11:45 manilastandard.net 4715274784862935040.html
UP: Private Lab Wrongly Diagnoses 6 People As Coronavirus Positive In Meerut; Later Test Negative

Meerut DM Anil Dhingra has recommended cancellation of the licence of Modern Lab and Diagnostic Centre.

27 May 11:27 Swarajya 4977622829139456489.html
Boris Johnson is tumbling in the polls after ignoring voter demands to sack Cummings for breaking lockdown rules, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Johnson is set for more intense scrutiny when he faces Parliament's most senior committee on Wednesday afternoon.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 11:06 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408755901849574.html
Ontario extends all emergency orders for another 10 days

Ontario has extended all emergency orders, including restrictions on social gatherings, for another 10 days.

27 May 11:30 Toronto 5211060990212941971.html
Ontario extends emergency orders for COVID-19 pandemic until June 9

TORONTO — The provincial government is extending its emergency orders for COVID-19 until June 9. Premier Doug Ford said the extension is meant to keep people safe during the pandemic and to maintain progress in containing the coronavirus.

27 May 11:52 KitchenerToday.com 52741010676667218.html
2 Found Dead As Migrants Workers' Train From Mumbai Pulls Into Varanasi

Two people were found dead when a train from Mumbai arrived in Varanasi on Wednesday amid a push to return migrant workers home after weeks of a gruelling nationwide COVID-19 lockdown that left lakhs without income, food and shelter.

27 May 11:16 NDTV.com 5090057681423872077.html
Agra: With Over 87 Per Cent Of Recovery Rate From COVID-19, Virus Spread In Taj City Slows Down Significantly

While 761 patients had recovered and returned home, the number of active cases was 76.

27 May 11:49 Swarajya 4977622828732662443.html
DPR to enforce use of face masks at Osun filling stations

The Osun Field Office of the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) says it will start enforcing use of face masks at filling stations across the state

27 May 11:28 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299728965266.html
Long-term care home report and JK Rowling's new story; In The News for May 27

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 27 ... --- COVID-19 in Canada ...

27 May 11:54 KitchenerToday.com 52741010791561676.html
Alleged Fraud: EFCC lawyer's absence stalls Oyo-Ita's trial

The trial of the immediate past Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Winifred Oyo-Ita, was on Wednesday stalled due to the absence of the lawyer

27 May 11:19 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729301212449250.html
French political power couple lose appeal against money-laundering conviction

The Paris Court of Appeal on Wednesday found veteran right-wing politicians Patrick and Isabelle Balkany guilty of money-laundering and sentenced them both to jail, sealing the power couple’s fall fr…

27 May 11:21 France 24 5635134570586013156.html
Woman fired from job after calling cops over black man in New York's Central Park

NEW YORK: Denouncing "racism of any kind", a global investment firm has fired a white woman after a viral video showed her calling police to say ...

27 May 11:26 CNA 5644198862256961344.html
Govt Likely To Convene Parliament’s Monsoon Session In Central Hall With Both Houses Sitting On Alternate Days

The rules enshrined in the Constitution mandate it to convene the Parliament once in every six months.

27 May 11:10 Swarajya 4977622829628225364.html
Sindh govt demands removal of CEO PIA, CAA head

Sindh govt demand removal of CEO PIA, CAA head

27 May 11:25 Dunya News 5863268918593164574.html
'Monster who killed my Ciara must never be freed', says father

The father of a young mother who was murdered by a former boyfriend has vowed to continue his fight to ensure her killer remains behind bars.

27 May 11:48 independent 5894610844751078857.html
A Eurowings plane with just 2 passengers on board was forced to turn around after learning its destination airport was closed due to coronavirus

The flight from Düsseldorf, Germany, to Sardinia, Italy, made it all the way to its destination before it had to turn around.

27 May 11:11 Business Insider 6060062400023215463.html
'US ready, willing to mediate': Trump on India-China border standoff

India News: President Donald Trump on Wednesday took to Twitter and said, "We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able

27 May 11:43 The Times of India 6060938663682579923.html
Trump threatens to shut down social-media platforms after Twitter put a fact-check warning on his false tweets

"We will strongly regulate, or close them down, before we can ever allow this to happen," President Donald Trump tweeted early Wednesday.

27 May 11:41 Business Insider 6060062400823998497.html
KKR extend support in aftermath of cyclone Amphan

Cricket News: Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Wednesday pledged to extend support to West Bengal Chief Minister's Relief Fund a

27 May 11:03 The Times of India 6060938663790265466.html
Ambulance staff ‘assaulted for asking patients to wear face mask’

The Welsh Ambulance Service said some patients have become aggressive when asked to wear a face mask as a precaution.

27 May 11:49 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773662836773.html
Boris Johnson is tumbling in the polls after ignoring voter demands to sack Cummings for breaking lockdown rules

Johnson is set for more intense scrutiny when he faces Parliament's most senior committee on Wednesday afternoon.

27 May 11:06 Business Insider 6060062399670607846.html
The DoJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash

Senators Loeffler, Inhofe, and Feinstein sold stock earlier this year — but said the move was made by money managers without their direct involvement.

27 May 11:11 Business Insider 6060062401178619619.html
Arrests in Rutland, Landmark

UPDATE: 1:15 p.m. At least three more individuals were arrested in Rutland Wednesday morning during two simultaneous police raids that also saw arrests in the Landmark District.

27 May 11:15 Castanet 616068603257604703.html
'A fantastic outcome': Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness

The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.

27 May 11:20 TheJournal.ie 6446904417145495012.html
Coronavirus deaths in Scotland down for fourth consecutive week

The number of people who died with confirmed or suspected Covid-19 was 3,779 as of May 24.

27 May 11:37 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774984607590.html
Knife wielding thug who held up Glasgow McDonald’s is put behind bars for 6 years

A ROBBER who held up a Glasgow McDonald’s with a knife and developed a drinking problem at just 12 years old was jailed for six years today.  Dad-of-one Paul Gough, 32, a former mechanical engineer…

27 May 11:26 The Scottish Sun 6609127674047556740.html
Show COVID-19 negative certificate or take a coronavirus test: Goa's new rule for travellers

Goa CM Pramod Sawant had on Tuesday said that 90% of new cases in Goa are the people who have arrived from Maharashtra.Goa's COVID-19 case count stands at 67

27 May 11:07 Livemint 6614605818935535674.html
Ireland suspends beef exports to China after atypical BSE case confirmed

There are no public health risks associated with this case.

27 May 11:47 TheJournal.ie 6446904418466468418.html
Meng loses court challenge

The extradition hearing process for Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. CFO Meng Wanzhou will continue after the judge presiding over the case ruled that Crown prosecutors met the requirement of double criminality.

27 May 11:14 Castanet 616068603290771996.html
KP reimposes restrictions relaxed for Eidul Fitr

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government on Wednesday announced the reimposition of Covid-19 restrictions which were relaxed last week for Eidul Fitr.In a media talk, Adviser to KP Chief Minister

27 May 11:29 Pakistan Today 6621510370136932086.html
Kolkata Metro Railway to start trial run of trains for maintenance purpose

All the rakes will be run as part of the trial beginning Thursday.The Metro Railway had earlier said that strict social distancing norms would be maintained at every point from entry to travelling by the trains after recommencement of services

27 May 11:54 Livemint 6614605818890125293.html
Coronavirus lockdown | Girl dies of snakebite at quarantine centre in Uttarakhand

People lodged in quarantine centres in hilly areas have been complaining about dirty washrooms and shortage of water supply.

27 May 11:20 The Hindu 6679535024394740764.html
Airbus team continues Karachi plane crash probe

KARACHI: The technical team of the aircraft manufacturer, Airbus, arrived at the site of the Pakistan International Airline (PIA) jet crash on Wednesday to investigate the incident.The team, compris

27 May 11:06 Pakistan Today 6621510369107189390.html
Missile attack on Yemen army command in Marib kills at least 7

Yemen's Houthi fighters have fired missiles targeting the army command of the Saudi-backed government in Marib province, causing several casualties, including relatives of the chief of staff, according to military sources cited by news agencies.

27 May 11:23 Aljazeera 6642629762417180526.html
Hundreds held as HK police use pepper pellets to disperse protest

Hong Kong police have fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters as hundreds of people gathered in the centre of the financial hub to oppose a controversial bill on China's national anthem and a planned move by Beijing to impose a national security law on the semi-autonomous territory.

27 May 11:23 Aljazeera 6642629762472465116.html
US is ready to mediate India-China border dispute, says Donald Trump

'We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute,' tweeted Trump.Trump's comments come in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control

27 May 11:51 Livemint 6614605818456940438.html
Footballers join calls against domestic violence amid lockdowns

Football players have added their voice to growing calls against the increase in domestic violence towards women and children that came in the wake of lockdown measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

27 May 11:52 Aljazeera 6642629762765898615.html
North India sizzles as temperature touches 50C

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly 20 years.

27 May 11:29 Aljazeera 6642629763490079110.html
Life convict in Ayanavaram sexual assault case ends life at Puzhal prison

Prison staff found the body of the 42-year-old in a bathroom on Wednesday afternoon

27 May 11:08 The Hindu 6679535025941705350.html
Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key MVA leaders

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Revenue Minister Balasaheb Thorat, Water Resources Minister Jayant Patil, Transport Minister Anil Parab and others attended the meeting.

27 May 11:29 The Hindu 6679535024613571745.html
Extensive focussed testing aids Theni keep COVID-19 numbers controlled, says Collector

Theni district ranks second in the State in terms of tests per million population

27 May 11:07 The Hindu 6679535024460854605.html
Stalin demands new TN budget for 2020-21 in view of pandemic

DMK president M.K. Stalin on Wednesday urged Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami to present a new budget for 2020-21 in view of the crisis caused to the financial health of the state by the COVID-1

27 May 11:11 The Hindu 6679535024965474354.html
Stolen car abandoned after crashing into tree in Bolton

It has since been recovered for forensic analysis

27 May 11:38 men 6694993427752653706.html
Girl, 13, 'beheaded by dad while asleep' after fleeing home with her 35-year-old 'lover'

Romina Ashrafi, 13, from Talesh county in Iran, was reportedly murdered in her sleep after she was caught running away with a 35-year-old man she had 'fallen in love with'

27 May 11:45 mirror 675785259773898239.html
Kayaker's devastating final hours before his body found washed up on beach

Jeremy Worthy battled against strong winds and fierce waves before he was tragically found dead off Long Beach, near Batemans Bay on the New South Wales coast in Australia

27 May 11:19 mirror 675785261362119303.html
Hitmen catch fire trying to flee crime scene in Kyiv, setting car ablaze (Video)

The target of the assassination attempt, the Montenegro national, could himself be involved in contracted killings across the EU.

27 May 11:40 UNIAN 6863008971458476589.html
Jailed for corruption, French executive’s story of U.S. justice fuels Chinese distrust of Western courts

Book written by Frédéric Pierucci becomes bestseller in China, training tool on doing business in Western markets

27 May 11:56 The Globe and Mail 68426410646312571.html
Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders | India News

File photo MUMBAI: Against the backdrop of the recent political activities in Maharashtra and with just a few remaining for … Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders | India News Read More »

27 May 11:57 ISSCNC 6824315490247084405.html
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

The neighbours have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both have slowed the spread of the novel … New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June Read More »

27 May 11:15 ISSCNC 6824315491312990176.html
Wednesday’s coronavirus news roundup: Toronto releases map showing neighbourhoods hardest hit by COVID-19

Plus: Restaurants, bars, community centres to reopen in Manitoba next week; New Brunswick reports third new case of COVID-19 in Campbellton area;

27 May 11:19 The Globe and Mail 68426410772183549.html
Child Tries to Wake His Dead Mother At Railway Station, Video Will Wrench Your Heart | Watch

Oblivious of the fact that his mother has died, the toddler tries to wake her up by lifting the cloth repeatedly.

27 May 11:26 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386082915265139.html
Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian "action plan" for Hong Kongers pushing for democracy in the financial hub as an influx of activists seek sanctuary on the self-ruled democratic island. Hong Kong was upended by months of often violent pro-democracy protests

27 May 11:07 Yahoo 7097669637441655510.html
Ladakh Face-off: Ready And Willing to Mediate Between India And China, Says Donald Trump

Taking to Twitter, Donald Trump said that he has informed both the countries that the United States is ready and willing to mediate over the raging border dispute.

27 May 11:47 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386083138330744.html
Mkhize confirms whole country will move to level-3 lockdown

Health minister Zweli Mkhize has blamed an outdated slide in a presentation on Wednesday for creating fear that some parts of South Africa would remain on level-4 lockdown on 1 June.

27 May 11:03 TechCentral 724913820241258686.html
Senior Chassidic Dayan Joins Boycott of Eliezer Berland

Last week, three of the world's most prestigious Haredi courts issued a harsh and unprecedented ruling against Berland.

27 May 11:26 The Jewish Press 7246030800545886468.html
Ambulance staff ‘assaulted for asking patients to wear face mask’

The Welsh Ambulance Service said some patients have become aggressive when asked to wear a face mask as a precaution.

27 May 11:48 Express & Star 7324224459127433253.html
M5 closed after dog runs onto motorway

Motorists were caught up in queues after the M5 was closed as a dog ran onto the motorway.

27 May 11:34 Express & Star 7324224459782757232.html
Coronavirus deaths in Scotland down for fourth consecutive week

The number of people who died with confirmed or suspected Covid-19 was 3,779 as of May 24.

27 May 11:37 Express & Star 7324224460449204070.html
Preparations in Full Swing as West Bengal to Resume Domestic Flight Operations From Tomorrow

Starting from May 28, the Kolkata and Bagdogra airports will each handle 10 arrivals and 10 departures per day.

27 May 11:16 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386084255365930.html
Trump threatens to shut down social media

US President Donald Trump has threatened to shut down social media after Twitter put a fact-check label on some of his tweets.  There has been criticism against social media platforms

27 May 11:57 TheCable 7513571675366018980.html
Oshiomhole’s faction of APC picks Ize-Iyamu as Edo gov consensus candidate

Osagie Ize-Iyamu, a pastor, has emerged the consensus governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) faction of Adams Oshiomhole, national chairman of the party.

27 May 11:46 TheCable 7513571674897587022.html
Girl, 14, who died from ‘ecstasy overdose’ at lockdown house party pictured as pals warn ‘don’t make the same mistake’

THIS is the first picture of the 14-year-old girl who died after taking ecstasy – as her friends begged others “please do not do drugs”. Schoolgirl Jessica Hannah, from Scarboroug…

27 May 11:29 The Sun 7379604592790386443.html
Taiwan leader vows ‘action plan’ for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian "action plan" for Hong Kongers pushing for democracy in the financial hub as an influx of activists seek sanctuary on the self-ruled democratic island.

27 May 11:45 The Guardian 7580308505425894951.html
Report: AfDB succumbs to US’ demand, agrees to independent probe of Adesina

This comes after US treasury secretary rejected the report of the bank's ethics board which absolved Adesina of allegations of favouritism.

27 May 11:17 TheCable 7513571675836592306.html
Congress to launch campaign to demand govt deposits Rs 10,000 in bank accounts of poor

Every poor should get Rs 10,000 in his bank account. We will demand that the Centre credits the amount to the (bank accounts of the) poor as part of the digital campaign," Sachin Pilot said. He said putting money into the pockets of the poor is necessary to accelerate demand in the market.

27 May 11:05 The Economic Times 7653256037522985142.html
Export of Irish beef to China temporarily suspended

The Department of Agriculture has confirmed that the export of Irish beef to China has been suspended temporarily after a 14-year-old cow tested positive for 'Atypical BSE'.

27 May 11:35 RTE.ie 7595237278427560583.html
China to roll out eleven measures to deepen financial reforms

The measures would include accelerating capital replenishment of small and medium-sized banks, further opening up the credit rating sector, promoting the steady development of the "panda bond" market, and stepping up crackdown on financial irregularities.

27 May 11:49 The Economic Times 7653256038205690421.html
NYC Commission on Human Rights to probe Central Park ‘Karen’ Amy Cooper

The New York City Commission on Human Rights has announced it is launching an investigation into the case of the white dog-walker who called the cops on a black man in Central Park. “At a time when

27 May 11:00 New York Post 7654946767564425099.html
Row over naming Bengaluru city's flyover after Veer Savarkar

Leader of Opposition and Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah termed the move to name the flyover after Savarkar as an insult to freedom fighters from Karnataka's soil and urged Yediyurappa to drop it and instead name it after a freedom fighter from the state.

27 May 11:57 The Economic Times 7653256038020090036.html
Pensioner seriously injured after being hit by cyclist

The cyclist also suffered minor injuries during the incident

27 May 11:20 Liverpool Echo 7727211173303033821.html
Man arrested in deadly 2019 fire at Japan's Kyoto Animation: Media

Japanese police on Wednesday arrested the man suspected of killing 36 people at Kyoto Animation last July after he had spent 10 months recovering in two hospitals, media reported.

27 May 11:45 The Jakarta Post 7678601103664633966.html
Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

From spitting and violent attacks, to verbal assaults and vandalism of Chinese cultural sites, Chinese residents of Canada's third largest city -- who make up 26 percent of its population, according to the last census in 2016 -- say they feel increasingly unsafe and unwelcome.

27 May 11:30 The Jakarta Post 7678601102972690008.html
Infighting within TMC over lapses in Cyclone Amphan relief work

The crack widened so much that state consumer affairs minister Sadhan Pande on Tuesday publicly tore into his colleague Firhad Hakim.

27 May 11:55 Deccan Chronicle 7881006362590087714.html
Three dead after microbus plunges into ditch in Munshiganj

Three people have died after a microbus lost control and fell into a roadside ditch in Munshiganj's Gazaria Upazila.

27 May 11:01 Bdnews24 8119004128399761972.html
Find out why this passenger shelled out a premium for seat 1F

In the post-corona era, travellers are weighing multiple factors for a safe journey

27 May 11:41 Deccan Chronicle 7881006362753765072.html
Afghanistan begins freeing 900 Taliban prisoners, urges truce extension

The Afghan government said it was in the process of freeing 900 Taliban members from prison on Tuesday, the biggest such release yet, and urged the insurgent group to extend a three-day ceasefire set to end at midnight.

27 May 11:05 Bdnews24 8119004129751550084.html
Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old

Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having shown symptoms of the disease for weeks but without getting tested, officials said on Wednesday.

27 May 11:15 The Jakarta Post 7678601103380199615.html
COVID-19 presents new challenges in forest fire control

 Symptoms of COVID-19 and ISPA are similar, said the Health Ministry.  

27 May 11:37 The Jakarta Post 7678601104093895159.html
Telangana govt evacuates 400 AP secretariat employees to state, officials conduct COVID-19 tests

The sudden announcement of lockdown in the wake of the coronavirus has caused the Andhra Pradesh government employees to stuck in Telangana.

27 May 11:59 The Hans India 817019414536020677.html
New Zealand police rescue 2 hikers after 19 days in wilderness

May 27 (UPI) -- Searchers on Wednesday found two lost hikers alive after they spent nearly three weeks in the remote wilderness of a rugged national park in New Zealand, authorities said.

27 May 11:27 UPI 8257973864677044671.html
Sebi again extends deadline to apply for 147 senior-level vacancies amid Covid-19

Markets regulator Sebi has again extended the deadline to apply for the post of 147 senior-level executives by two months till July 31 in the wake of coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 11:04 The Hans India 817019415307951879.html
Coronavirus outbreak at S. Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.

27 May 11:46 The Jakarta Post 7678601104393249323.html
Japan police arrest Kyoto studio arson suspect after long hospital stay

May 27 (UPI) -- Japanese police arrested a suspect Wednesday they say was the arsonist who set fire to an animation studio last summer and killed three dozen people.

27 May 11:11 UPI 8257973865290794962.html
Shots fired at van in 'targeted attack' after Balsall Heath crash

Wrecked Citroen was inside police cordon as officers sealed off the scene, near the junction of Mary Street and Basall Heath Road

27 May 11:46 birminghammail 8288260685151946136.html
Boris Johnson is tumbling in the polls after ignoring voter demands to sack Cummings for breaking lockdown rules

The British public is quickly turning on Boris Johnson as the UK prime minister refuses to sack chief adviser Dominic Cummings for breaking the coronavirus lockdown during a 260-mile trip from London to Durham.

27 May 11:06 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882486280166.html
Trump threatens shut down social media platforms after Twitter put a disinformation warning on his false tweets

President Donald Trump threatened to close down social media platforms if they censor conservative voices, after Twitter on Tuesday tagged one of his messages with a fact check warning.

27 May 11:41 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883639670817.html
The DOJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash

The Department of Justice is dropping its investigation into three US senators accused of insider trading over stock sales made after they received closed-door briefings on the novel coronavirus.

27 May 11:11 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883994291939.html
Poland to scrap compulsory outdoor masks, reopen cinemas as coronavirus abates

WARSAW (Reuters) - Poles will be allowed to go outside without protective masks from May 30 and cinemas, theatres and gyms will reopen on June 6, the government said on Wednesday, part of a steady lifting of restrictions imposed to halt the spread of the new coronavirus.

27 May 11:44 Reuters 8334514181741795766.html
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now

(Reuters) - Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:

27 May 11:37 Reuters 8334514181232783906.html
Migrant crisis: Video shows toddler trying to wake up dead mother at Muzaffarpur railway station

The child’s mother died of extreme heat, hunger and dehydration on Monday.

27 May 11:28 Scroll.in 8669301693604510126.html
792 Corona Cases reported in Delhi in 24 hours, Death toll Crosses 300 figure -

There has been a tremendous jump in the speed of corona virus cases in the country’s capital Delhi. In the

27 May 11:30 News Hunt Media 8859517517437159500.html
Cops distribute flowers among medical fraternity in Srinagar

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

27 May 11:41 Rising Kashmir 9025326237792756354.html
Trump says evidence ties China lab to virus, threatens tariffs

Trump is increasingly making Beijing's handling of the outbreak a major issue for his November re-election campaign.

27 May 11:15 New Vision 9103146372293434176.html
Four to suffer death as 20-year-old case is concluded

Patrick Kyabire, Abdu Mpiira, David Maganda and Moses Kabuze forcefully removed the four suspects from a police cell and burnt them to death.

27 May 11:08 New Vision 9103146371753317127.html
Covid-19: Gujarat HC refuses to give state clean chit in its handling of hospital with 400 deaths

The judges said that they will make a surprise visit to the hospital to put an end to all controversies surrounding its functioning.

27 May 11:52 Scroll.in 8669301693991165018.html
Two juveniles arrested on burglary charges in Ouachita Parish

Two juveniles have been arrested in connection to two recent residential burglaries.

27 May 11:34 KNOE 8 News 9048639191804559320.html
Protesters, police clash in Minneapolis a day after man died in police custody

Protesters and police clashed in Minneapolis Tuesday at the same intersection where 24 hours earlier, a man died in police custody as witness video showed officers kneeling on the man's neck.

27 May 11:45 ABC15 Arizona 911680909682190834.html
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

Disney World's reopening plan was approved Wednesday by Orange County, Fla. officials, clearing a hurdle to inviting people back in July.

27 May 11:19 KNOE 8 News 9048639192128674341.html
That's a one tight slap! Feisty Lioness Strikes Lion in Front of Onlookers on Safari

New Delhi (Sputnik): So much for being King of the jungle! A lioness put a lion in his place with some brutal blows to his face in what may have been a lover’s tiff.

27 May 11:08 Sputniknews 967333869003771317.html
Two women injured in Budgam road mishap, one critical

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

27 May 11:27 Rising Kashmir 9025326237813946851.html
India Operationalises Fully Loaded Tejas Squadron to Counter Assertive Enemy in Indian Ocean Region

New Delhi (Sputnik): With the rise in presence of Chinese navy in the Indian Ocean Region, India has been developing its southern air base as most modern base, equipped...

27 May 11:03 Sputniknews 967333869561070984.html
Pictures show life almost back to normal in the city where the pandemic began

Pictures of bustling night markets in Wuhan show life in the Chinese city starting to return to as it was before.

27 May 11:09 Metro 970161747424185463.html
Police powerless to stop 300 people enjoying lockdown rave

Police say the 'sheer volume of intoxicated people' meant they couldn't break it up safely.

27 May 11:38 Metro 970161747662730201.html
More parts of the UK banning sky lanterns and helium balloons

North East Derbyshire District Council has introduced a charter to ban the release of sky lanterns and helium balloons on its land.

27 May 11:02 Metro 970161748276754030.html
Man ripped from bike by barbed wire trap 'targeting lockdown cyclists'

Similar wood and wire traps have been found blocking paths across the UK over the weekend, as people flocked to public places to enjoy the warm weather.

27 May 11:20 Metro 970161748355983675.html
Coronavirus: Kerala criticises Centre for sending trains without prior information

State’s finance minister Thomas Isaac alleged that the railways ‘want to be the super spreader’ of the Covid-19 infection in the state.

27 May 11:57 Scroll.in 8669301692139372304.html
Locust Invasion: Indian Farmers Cry For Relief As Country Hit By Second Plague

New Delhi (Sputnik): Struggling to contain the pandemic, India is now facing an additional challenge to deal with the worst locust attack in decades. This second wave...

27 May 11:30 Sputniknews 967333868083408761.html
Man, 29, arrested over murder of teen Louise Smith who disappeared on VE Day

The 16-year-old's body was found in woodland last week.

27 May 11:06 Metro 970161748851866853.html
Riots break out over George Floyd's death after being killed by white cop

George Floyd died gasping for air and pleading 'I can't breathe' while a white officer knelt on his neck.

27 May 11:57 Metro 970161749026066695.html
'Over 800 children have tested positive for Covid-19 in Sindh'

Wahab cautio­ns people, says still not too late to be carefu­l

27 May 12:43 The Express Tribune 1105816787687822730.html
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

Trump, withou­t offeri­ng any eviden­ce, reiter­ated his accusa­tions of politi­cal bias by techno­logy platfo­rms

27 May 12:35 The Express Tribune 1105816787336621695.html
US willing to ‘mediate or arbitrate raging border dispute’: Donald Trump on India-China standoff at LAC

Indian and Chinese troops have remained engaged in an eyeball-to-eyeball situation in several areas along the LAC in eastern Ladakh.

27 May 12:39 The Statesman 1191309780630811025.html
Donald Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had offered to mediate a standoff between India and China at the Himalayan border, where soldiers camped out in a high-altitude region have accused each other of trespassing over the disputed border.

27 May 12:30 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192911986561.html
Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

San Francisco - Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

27 May 12:43 The Peninsula 1202843881442590165.html
Man in India who sold his goats for airline tickets will finally fly home

IndiGo, India’s biggest airline, has agreed to help a migrant laborer and two others fly home from Mumbai after an earlier flight he paid for by selling family livestock was canceled.

27 May 12:03 The Peninsula 1202843881542488947.html
Two Russian fighter jets 'buzz' a US reconnaissance plane and come within FEET over the Mediterranean provoking Navy fury at 'unsafe' manuever

The Su-35 fighters surrounded a P-8A US plane as it flew over the Mediterranean Sea on Tuesday, the US Navy revealed in a statement.

27 May 12:31 Mail Online 124328111550214235.html
Pakistan plane crash: Airbus experts from France begin probe

The Express Tribune in its report stated that the bodies are identified through DNA testing and so far, 41 bodies have been handed over to the family members of the deceased.

27 May 12:30 The Financial Express 1288289580169269541.html
Prayagraj: Man booked for sedition for objectionable remarks in Facebook post against Yogi Adityanath

Prayagraj Police, Prayagraj latest news: The man, slapped with sedition and other charges, has been identified as Anup Singh. He is a resident of Prayagraj. He had made comments disrespecting CM Yogi Adityanath on Facebook.

27 May 12:45 The Financial Express 1288289581587254527.html
COVID-19: Trump thinks in-person G7 summit would be great example of reopening, says White House

Originally, Trump wanted to hold the G7 at his club in the Miami area, as announced by then-acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney in a press conference last fall, but it was subsequently moved to Camp David in June amid public pressure.

27 May 12:16 The Financial Express 1288289580288899772.html
PM Modi pays tribute to Jawaharlal Nehru on his death anniversary

Remembering his great grandfather, Gandhi tweeted, "Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Ji was a brave freedom fighter, the architect of modern India and our first Prime Minister'

27 May 12:43 Business-Standard 1502508926452680172.html
Passenger on Alliance Air's Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests Covid-19 positive

According to the spokesperson, there were 36 passengers and five crew members in the flight.

27 May 12:02 Business-Standard 1502508926204885712.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump; he threatens new regs or shutdown

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

27 May 12:49 NewsChannel 10 1537185525955444349.html
Donald Trump Threatens To ‘Strongly Regulate’ Or Close Down Social Media Platforms

Donald Trump escalated his feud with social media on Wednesday morning when he threatened to “strongly regulate” or shut down platforms he feels are showing a bias against conservative ...

27 May 12:46 The Inquisitr 1745625231438313033.html
Donald Trump threatens to 'strongly regulate or close' social media for trying to 'silence conservative voices' after Twitter fact-checks two of his 'misleading' tweets

Donald Trump demanded social media platforms 'clean up your act' as he warned his administration will begin to regulate such websites after Twitter, for the first time ever, fact-checked his tweets.

27 May 12:54 Mail Online 124328112541280795.html
3 more COVID-19 deaths, 280 cases in Rajasthan

The novel coronavirus toll in Rajasthan rose to 173 on Wednesday with three more fatalities, while 280 new cases took the tally to 7,816, the Health Department said. The three more deaths were in

27 May 12:19 Deccan Herald 2027555796222753899.html
Video of toddler trying to wake up dead mother at railway station in Bihar goes viral

Yet another heart-wrenching incident of a migrant dying on train comes to light in India

27 May 12:11 Gulf News 2086521543879686598.html
Oman to lift lockdown on Muscat from Sunday

As per the new decisions, public sector employees will resume work gradually

27 May 12:50 Gulf News 2086521544249066262.html
COVID-19: Saudi Arabia reports 1,815 new cases, 14 deaths

This brings total number of coronavirus infections in the country to 78,541

27 May 12:48 Gulf News 2086521545110161190.html
Oman to lift lockdown on Muscat from Friday

As per the new decisions, public sector employees will resume work gradually

27 May 12:50 Gulf News 2086521544894451170.html
COVID-19 repatriation: 800 Indian pregnant women, 850 patients fly from UAE

A total of 6,500 Indians have flown back home so far

27 May 12:58 Gulf News 2086521545507909728.html
Trump’s Convention Demand Comes Despite Charlotte Virus Surge

President Trump's demand for a full-capacity Republican convention in August is putting pressure on North Carolina health officials — and local Republicans — as coronavirus cases surge in the host county and statewide.

27 May 12:38 Courthouse News Service 1799505149154903651.html
Mamata Banerjee seeks PM's intervention in railways sending Shramik Special trains to WB

The state's infrastructure is 'stretched to its limit' following the devastation caused by Cyclone Amphan, she said, adding that West Bengal can receive very few trains carrying migrant workers on a daily basis as of now. The state considers the ferrying of a large number of migrant workers by the railways as a big pr

27 May 12:25 Oneindia 2023829370716530559.html
Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China border dispute

Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues. 'We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute

27 May 12:05 Oneindia 2023829372494537972.html
Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Minneapolis mayor: Being black in America should not be a death sentence

27 May 12:14 Gulf News 2086521545490611018.html
India won't budge on Ladakh in face of China threat

India’s military will match the deployment and mobilisation of the People’s Liberation Army at the LAC

27 May 12:11 The Asian Age 2126266544883301681.html
Chaos at airports continue as flights resume

Around 630 flights were cancelled on Monday while on Tuesday 80 flights were cancelled at Delhi alone.

27 May 12:57 The Asian Age 2126266544386045700.html
Bong Go regularly given airtime in state media broadcasts on coronavirus

The longtime Duterte aide, criticized for being 'epal,' is featured in almost every episode of Laging Handa PH, a public briefing supposed to be dedicated to COVID-19

27 May 12:23 Rappler 1882105643739927775.html
Woman loses job and gives up pet after calling police on black man who asked her to leash dog

A white woman who told New York police that a black man who asked for her dog to be leashed was “threatening” her, has since apologised after video went viral.  Amy Cooper admitted on Monday night

27 May 12:40 The Independent 2511519171503414668.html
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to 'strongly regulate' or even shut down social media platforms after Twitter applied a fact-check to two of his tweets this week.

27 May 12:45 CTVNews 2422791598710130438.html
France bans hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 amid safety concerns

The French government on Wednesday cancelled a decree allowing hospital doctors to administer hydroxychloroquine as a treatment to patients..

27 May 12:34 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900135243357.html
China hits back at call in Belgian parliament for COVID-19 inquiry

Chinese ambassador to Belgium, Cao Zhongming, hit back at attempts to ‘stigmatize’ China over the outbreak.

27 May 12:43 POLITICO 2584151346794385270.html
JUST IN: Road crash claims five lives in Kano - The Nation Nigeria

Five passengers lost their lives on Wednesday morning in a fatal road crash atRimin Gata, Ungoggo Local Government area of Kano State...

27 May 12:41 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901279214445.html
Disney, CBS, and Criminal Minds Execs Sued for ‘Unchecked’ Sexual Harassment on Set

Disney, CBS, and several ‘Criminal Minds’ executives have been sued by California authorities for sexual harassment and discrimination regarding alleged misconduct by the show’s former director of photography, Gregory St. Johns.

27 May 12:25 VULTURE 2718750545550541056.html
Senator denies link with alleged N1bn monthly payout to firm by NDDC

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, on Wednesday, denied any link to a firm that is allegedly...

27 May 12:59 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901354245172.html
KKR to plant trees, aid in relief work in Cyclone Amphan aftermath

Kolkata Knight Riders announced to plant 5000 trees and also committed to contribute to the West Bengal Chief Minister's Relief Fund in the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan.

27 May 12:03 The Indian Express 2885715105072558132.html
In Hyderabad, 328 cases, 18 deaths in a week; new areas in spotlight

Fresh cases are being reported from areas of Hyderabad where none were reported previously, away from the existing containment zones, indicating a community spread after the lockdown rules were relaxed.

27 May 12:06 The Indian Express 2885715105779378196.html
Bollywood news on May 27: Amitabh compares Amar Akbar Anthony success with Baahubali 2 and more

Amitabh Bachchan, Vinod Khanna and Rishi Kapoor-starrer Amar Akbar Anthony completes 43 years today.

27 May 12:20 The Indian Express 2885715105489975458.html
China reports 28 new asymptomatic covid-19 cases, mostly in Wuhan

The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in China now stands at 82,993. The deadly virus has claimed 4,634 lives in the country so far.

27 May 12:23 The Indian Express 2885715103822308005.html
Over 1,000 people caught drink or drug driving during coronavirus lockdown

The shocking figures show over 1,000 people were found to be driving under the influence during lockdown

27 May 12:55 Irish Mirror 2875825628377403553.html
Singaporean gets four months jail for Covid-19 Facebook post

SINGAPORE, May 27 — A taxi driver was jailed for four months in Singapore today over a Facebook post in which he falsely claimed food outlets would close and urged people to stock up due to impending Covid-19 restrictions, local media reported. Kenneth Lai Yong Hui, 40, deleted the message sent...

27 May 12:48 Malaymail 302165934855979984.html
Irish PM Denies Breaking Lockdown After Having Topless BBQ in Park

The lockdown has received scant media coverage in comparison to the scandal surrounding Boris Johnson's chief adviser Dominic Cummings.

27 May 12:26 Breitbart 3148363492228521036.html
Philippines: 260% Spike in Online Sex Abuse of Children amid Lockdown

In the Philippines, cases of online sexual abuse of children have risen by 260 percent during the country's coronavirus lockdown.

27 May 12:53 Breitbart 3148363491656309678.html
Alarm As Mathare Accounts For 33 Of 123 New Cases Of Covid-19 Confirmed In Kenya

Kenya has confirmed 123 new cases of the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) in the last 24 hours raising the national tally to 1,471.Addressing the nation during the daily Covid-19 update from Afya Hous

27 May 12:24 KahawaTungu 3304128542651262232.html
Govt must step up and stamp out online sexual harassment in Malaysia now, say Pakatan reps

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Three Pakatan Harapan (PH) representatives have called on the government to not ignore online sexual harassment and immediately act against such threats. In a joint statement today, Bandar Utama assemblyman Jamaliah Jamaluddin, Kampung Tunku assemblyman Lim Yi Wei and...

27 May 12:08 Malaymail 302165935429262078.html
Fire Dept says to coordinate with MOH, Immigration Dept for disinfection ops at detention centres

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) is waiting for coordination from the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Immigration Department to conduct public sanitation and disinfection at Immigration detention centres which recorded Covid-19 positive cases. Its director-general...

27 May 12:50 Malaymail 302165935170137530.html
Tawau Health Office seeking foreign worker for Covid-19 test

TAWAU, May 27 — The Tawau Health Office is in the midst of tracking down a foreigner believed to be working at an oil palm plantation here for a Covid-19 screening test. According to sources, the man, who did not possess valid documentation, had allegedly entered the country from Indonesia...

27 May 12:56 Malaymail 302165936323845719.html
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump today threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc for the first time added a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president’s claims. Trump, without offering any evidence,...

27 May 12:51 Malaymail 302165935705942884.html
Homeless Deaths Rise in San Francisco During Lockdown, But Not Due to Coronavirus

Deaths have soared among the homeless population in San Francisco during the coronavirus, but not due to the virus directly.

27 May 12:08 Breitbart 3148363490936967997.html
PM takes Brexit decisions, Cummings does not give instructions, says UK negotiator

LONDON, May 27 — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson takes the main decisions on Brexit policy and his senior advisor Dominic Cummings does not give instructions on negotiations with the European Union, the UK’s chief negotiator David Frost said today. “The Brexit policy is set by the Prime...

27 May 12:50 Malaymail 302165935625618888.html
Two applications for conversion of council offices

Two planning applications have been submitted for the multi-million pound conversion of the Grade II listed Neuadd Maldwyn in Welshpool.

27 May 12:57 Shropshire Star 3480199991918959178.html
Woman who won appeal after killing husband can inherit his estate – judge

Sally Challen’s murder conviction for the killing of Richard Challen was quashed last year.

27 May 12:40 Shropshire Star 3480199992094587204.html
Edo 2020: APC faction picks Ize-Iyamu as consensus aspirant

Sola Shittu, Benin Former Secretary to Edo State Government and governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2016 governorship election, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has emerged the...

27 May 12:28 Punch Newspapers 3524240995286462745.html
Trump threatens social media outlets with regulation, closure after fact check added to tweet

President Trump on Wednesday morning ratcheted up his feud with social media platforms, threatening to "close them down" a day after Twitter fact-checked a pair of the president's tweets on mail-in

27 May 12:45 TheHill 355432918203333010.html
China to loosen flight restrictions

China will loosen a cap on flights into the country that was imposed to block coronavirus infections from abroad, authorities said Wednesday, after fierce criticism from citizens stranded abroad. ...

27 May 12:09 Punch Newspapers 3524240994267650373.html
123 new cases of coronavirus confirmed

Coronavirus cases hike to 1471 after 123 test positive

27 May 12:18 Pulse Live 3606876836500368957.html
President Donald Trump, Twitter at war over free speech

President Donal Trump of the United States (US) on Wednesday, May 27, threatened to close down the micro-blogging site, Twitter, including all social media.

27 May 12:22 Legit 3764253649949807880.html
Ex-TTC CEO Byford to be London Transport Commissioner

Andy Byford, the Briton lionized as New York City’s “Train Daddy,” is to be London’s new Transport Commissioner, taking up the role in June.

27 May 12:56 BNN 3833521687760842839.html
Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact check

The US President claims he will "regulate" or shut down social media companies after Twitter added a fact-check warning to his tweets which spread falsehoods.

27 May 12:16 Australian Financial Review 3974284488366972729.html
Michel Barnier tells SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford European Union ‘open’ to Brexit delay

The European Union is "open" to a two-year Brexit delay, chief negotiator Michel Barnier has revealed amid continued deadlock.

27 May 12:58 The Courier 4275302767334908582.html
Angus gamekeeper finds Aberdeen man missing in hills for three days

An Angus gamekeeper carried a missing north east man to safety on his quad bike after finding him in the hills on the border with Aberdeenshire.

27 May 12:32 The Courier 4275302766836080472.html
Exclusive: How China used deception to mobilise troops at border with India in Ladakh

India Today TV has exclusive details of how China used subterfuge to up its presence and stun the Indian side on the Indo-China border in Ladakh.

27 May 12:47 India Today 4286117813153003642.html
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Shinji Aoba is accused of storming into Kyoto Animation's No. 1 studio on July 18 last year, setting it on fire and killing 36 people, and injuring more than 30 others.

27 May 12:15 WVLT 4089046911833277258.html
More than 450 deaths across Tayside and Fife now linked to coronavirus

More than 450 Tayside and Fife deaths have now been linked to coronavirus since the beginning of the pandemic.

27 May 12:17 The Courier 4275302767965188108.html
We did not coerce government into allowing places of worship to open - SACC

The South African Council of Churches has rubbished claims that it coerced the government into allowing places of worship to reopen under Level 3 of the Covid-19 lockdown.

27 May 12:50 News24 3752801376901700733.html
Saluting corona warriors: Cops offer roses to doctors, other frontline workers in Srinagar

After facing criticism for allegedly harassing doctors and medical workers over the past few days, cops on Wednesday offered roses to the doctors as a

27 May 12:03 Greater Kashmir 4662909092444385929.html
A touring Bolivian orchestra is stranded in a German castle surrounded by 23 packs of wolves

Earlier this spring, more than 20 members of Orquesta Experimental de Instrumentos Nativos pan flute orchestra left their homes in Bolivia and embarked on a European tour. They arrived in Germany o…

27 May 12:00 Boing Boing 4601305169346663060.html
Wall Street Journal: Trump 'smear' about Scarborough staffer death is 'same sort of trash' as Steele dossier

The Wall Street Journal compared President Trump's accusations that Joe Scarborough committed murder to the Steele dossier.

27 May 12:24 Washington Examiner 4625792332502885525.html
Amphan has gone but why Mamata Banerjee is still nervous

It was on Wednesday last week that Amphan hit West Bengal leaving a trail of devastation. People are hitting street protesting against Mamata Banerjee government. She has to face election next year.

27 May 12:06 India Today 4286117812769021218.html
Peru reports record daily surge in virus cases 

Peru on Tuesday recorded nearly 5,800 new cases of the coronavirus, its highest 24-hour surge, bringing the number of people infected in the country to almost 130,000, the health ministry said.

27 May 12:30 manilastandard.net 4715274784182325854.html
Cyclone Amphan: Kolkata Knight Riders commit to plant 5,000 trees, donate to West Bengal CM's Relief Fund

Two-time Indian Premier League champions Kolkata Knight Riders announced their plan to plant 5,000 trees and also committed to contribute to the West Bengal Chief Minister's Relief Fund in the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan.

27 May 12:20 FirstCricket 4760741712219917478.html
Vic Education IT manager misused position, directed $14m to own company

Corruption watchdog finds.

27 May 12:44 iTnews 4425008561212690583.html
SAI allows elite athletes including Neeraj Chopra, Hima Das to start outdoor training

The SAI said training, which also resumed at its Bengaluru centre, took place in strict compliance with the health guidelines of the government and the Standard Operating Procedure that was unveiled last week.

27 May 12:22 Firstpost 4760741713807219247.html
12-YO Boy Sleeps in Delhi Park for 45 Days, Reunited With Parents by Twitter!

A boy living in Delhi park, two social media users, two IPS officers & parents in Bihar. How internet weaved a heartwarming tale amidst nationwide lockdown

27 May 12:24 The Better India 450426083785991435.html
Gunmen abduct three, raid 40 cows from Amuru district

Amuru, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Unknown gunmen have abducted three people and stolen 40 heads of cattle in Amuru district. The gunmen are said to have conducted separate raids in Oforo, Kampala landing site and Atoro villages in Amuru sub county over the past week. Denis Tookema, a resident of Oforo village says that …

27 May 12:30 The Independent Uganda: 5099025990792410799.html
Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list.

27 May 12:15 manilastandard.net 4715274784449562205.html
Overall stable and controllable: China on situation at India border

China on Wednesday reiterated that its stance on the border issues with India is consistent and clear, stressing that the situation in the China-India border area is "overall stable and controllable."

27 May 12:08 India Today 4286117813253498042.html
Luweero district council rejects proposal to spend UGX 80m on food

Luweero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Luweero district council has rejected a proposal to use the COVID-19 facilitation from area Members of Parliament to buy food and clear allowances for members of the COVID-19 task force. Each member of Parliament had received 20 million Shillings from the Parliamentary commission to facilitate their activities during the …

27 May 12:10 The Independent Uganda: 5099025990237823568.html
Marine police impounds 11 boats on Lake Albert

Kikuube, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Marine police officers have impounded 11 boats from fishermen at Sebigoro landing site in Kikuube district. It is alleged that the boat owners had defied a night-time ban on fishing activities on Lake Albert in the districts of Hoima, Kagadi, Kikuube and Buliisa. At the time of the ban, …

27 May 12:50 The Independent Uganda: 5099025990270372593.html
Thousands Of Illegal Firearms Still In Circulation

Despite the Government claiming to make New Zealand safer with its firearms reforms and gun buyback, according to the Auditor-General we still don’t know how many now illegal firearms are in the country, National’s Police spokesperson Brett Hudson says.

27 May 12:43 SCOOP 5315658998879286434.html
Foreigner allegedly asks whether the Govt is considerate of the mental health of expats

Foreigner allegedly asks whether the Govt is considerate of the mental health of expats

27 May 12:00 The Independent 5308065341879309846.html
Six-match ban for player charged with racial abuse of Irish midfielder Alan McCormack

Elliott Whitehouse admitted referring to McCormack as ‘a pikey’ during a game last November.

27 May 12:38 The42 5369852629884703958.html
Man caught on camera after urinating at common corridor

Man caught on camera after urinating at common corridor

27 May 12:10 The Independent 5308065343399220910.html
ZANU PF calls for arrest of more MDC officials

ZANU PF Acting Spokesperson Patrick Chinamasa says the party is calling for arrests of more MDC officials who were involved in the infamous Warren park demonstr...

27 May 12:17 Bulawayo24 News 5565663539188273139.html
Stephen Jackson Mourns The Death of His Friend George Floyd At The Hands of Police (VIDEO)

The death of 46-year-old African American George Floyd on Tuesday at the hands of Minneapolis police has caught the attention…

27 May 12:59 Total Pro Sports 5536572205168104233.html
Police probing Ardrossan 'shooting' have arrested second man in connection with murder probe

The investigation into the death of Paul Cairns, 42, continues as police make second arrest in murder probe.

27 May 12:10 dailyrecord 552235480237366144.html
Woman who got ill after fitting kilts for Nike conference guests in Edinburgh outbreak 'was not traced' for tests

The Scottish Government was accused of failing to tell the public about the outbreak being described as 'ground zero' in the capital.

27 May 12:00 dailyrecord 552235480232423282.html
300 Arrested As Thousands Protest In Hong Kong Over China's Proposed Law

Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China, that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

27 May 12:55 NDTV.com 5090057681383354243.html
COVID-19 outbreak at South Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce ...

27 May 12:37 CNA 5644198862863392672.html
Biden calls Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Tuesday called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a ...

27 May 12:19 CNA 5644198862784920989.html
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be ...

27 May 12:33 CNA 5644198863022257814.html
Ontario taking over management of five long-term care homes following scathing military report

The Ontario government is taking over the management of five additional long-term care homes following a scathing military report detailing what the premier called “gut-wrenching” conditions in the facilities.

27 May 12:33 Toronto 5211060989017168155.html
Covid-19: 792 new cases detected in Delhi, total shoots to 15,257

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHWF) reported 1,51,767 as the total number of cases in the country with 4,337 deaths.

27 May 12:10 newsx.com 5974563062524685771.html
Former Florida K-9 deputy arrested for illegally buying, possessing Oxycodone

A former Hardee County Sheriff's Office sergeant ended up in jail for allegedly buying Oxycodone pills without a prescription.

27 May 12:44 ABC Action News - WFTS - Tampa Bay 5911730202048160408.html
Relief From Heatwave In North India Soon! Temperature Likely To Dip Down From May 29

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that there might be some relief in the heatwave conditions from May 29. Many places in North India recorded temperatures over 45 degrees celsius.

27 May 12:07 Abplive 5873643725484904285.html
Refugees in East Africa facing starvation due to COVID-19

The UNHCR has warned that urban refugees in East Africa are on the precipice of catastrophe due to a worsening situation brought by the coronavirus

27 May 12:00 Face2Face Africa 5878198131377643891.html
France Bans Hydroxychloroquine To Treat COVID-19 Amid Safety Concerns

It’s the first ban by a country since the World Health Organization said it was pausing a large trial of the malaria drug due to safety concerns.

27 May 12:14 HuffPost 5982769915907452397.html
More people are dying in American prisons – here’s how they face the end of their lives

In the 10 years leading up to 2016, the rate of prisoner mortality rose by 15%. End-of-life options can be limited for inmates.

27 May 12:23 The Conversation 6012421226903677406.html
Maharashtra Governor lauds Sonu Sood for arranging safe transport, eatables for migrants

Actor Sonu Sood responded stating the Governor's appreciation has inspired him to work harder in future.

27 May 12:30 newsx.com 5974563062319213658.html
Trump Gives Gov. Cooper Deadline on GOP Convention Guarantee

President Trump gave North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper “one week” to determine whether the Republican National Convention scheduled for the end of August in Charlotte can still be held, given the state’s current lockdown status.

27 May 12:05 Townhall 6083908948634128372.html
Mamata petitions PM against 'whimsical' scheduling of Shramik trains

India News: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sought PM Modi's intervention on Wednesday in the alleged "whimsical" functioning of the railways in sending Shramik Sp

27 May 12:24 The Times of India 6060938663633817807.html
SAI plan to get cooks from Kerala centre

More sports News: The Sports Authority of India, South Centre, home to the Indian men’s and women’s hockey squad and around a dozen elite athletes training for the Toky

27 May 12:16 The Times of India 6060938662812870296.html
Kayleigh McEnany Responds to Chris Wallace's Criticism of Her Press Briefing: ‘Journalists Are Not Above Being Questioned’

White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany pushed back on criticism she received from her press briefing Friday, including from Fox News’s Chris Wallace, after she took issue with the number of questions she received about churches being considered essential. McEnany then ran through a list of questions she believed the press should be asking.

27 May 12:40 Townhall 6083908948247880378.html
Iran president calls for harsher measures to combat ‘honour’ killings

It follows the death of a 14-year-old teenager allegedly at the hands of her father.

27 May 12:40 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773799080744.html
Woman who won appeal after killing husband can inherit his estate – judge

Sally Challen’s murder conviction for the killing of Richard Challen was quashed last year.

27 May 12:40 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774176168260.html
Wings Over Scotland blogger’s defamation appeal against Kezia Dugdale rejected

Stuart Campbell launched the action after an article was published by the former Scottish Labour leader.

27 May 12:16 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774542784930.html
'Unprecedent collapse' in overseas visitors as air and sea travel fall 99% in April

Just 16,100 people arrived in Ireland last month, according to the CSO.

27 May 12:55 TheJournal.ie 6446904418354962000.html
Plymouth Tory MP Johnny Mercer remains quiet over Dominic Cummings lockdown breach saga

An email sent to people contacting Johnny Mercer says 'there may be a little delay before we can reply substantively'

27 May 12:58 PlymouthLive 6373569607381059632.html
Boeing Cutting More Than 12,000 US Jobs With Thousands More Planned

Boeing said Wednesday it was eliminating more than 12,000 U.S. jobs, including laying off 6,770 U.S. workers as the largest American planemaker restructures in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. From a report: Boeing also disclosed it plans "several thousand remaining layoffs" in the next few mon...

27 May 12:12 news.slashdot.org 626091441405275436.html
After Pakistan, Donald Trump Says Now Ready To Mediate India-China 'Border Dispute'

Trump had said last year that US was ready to mediate between Pakistan and India on the Kashmir issue if both sides agreed.

27 May 12:45 HUFFPOST 6665507017223361852.html
Locust invasion warning in Odisha

Farmers residing in bordering areas of the state have been asked to remain alert and take immediate preventive steps.

27 May 12:19 Livemint 6614605817861364734.html
Migrant Crisis Is Only Worsening With Diverted Shramik Special Trains

Journeys that were supposed to be a couple of days long at the most are being stretched without notice, leaving people without food and water at the peak of summer.

27 May 12:15 HUFFPOST 6665507018734360543.html
Lethal cobra bite leaves experts baffled

They are looking into various aspects of the alleged murder of a woman in Kollam

27 May 12:59 The Hindu 6679535024614526163.html
COVID-19: Kalaburagi sees big spike with 28 new cases in a single day

In another blow to the Kalaburagi district administration that had already been struggling hard to contain the spread of COVID-19, as many as 28 new cases of the pandemic were reported from the distri

27 May 12:50 The Hindu 6679535025577666896.html
Police were called to reports of a body in the River Irwell... thankfully it was a mannequin

There were large numbers of police and ambulance vehicles seen parked in Spinningfields

27 May 12:02 men 6694993429632019593.html
Jewellery, textile showrooms seek permission to open

TIRUCHI Faced with heavy losses due to the lockdown, owners of major textile showrooms, jewellers, utensil shops and other big commercial establishments have urged the district authorities to allow th

27 May 12:28 The Hindu 6679535024959078733.html
Spurt in reverse migration of NoRKs expected after June 13

Majority of the returnees now under prioritised category

27 May 12:49 The Hindu 6679535026014658661.html
Coronavirus lockdown | CBSE students can shift exam venues

They can write the Class 10 & 12 exams in their current district, says HRD Minister

27 May 12:29 The Hindu 6679535024763483689.html
Schools minister can't say whether all primary pupils will be back before summer

Nick Gibb told the Education Select Committee the final decision on when pupils return will be made by the science

27 May 12:42 mirror 675785261398470377.html
SBU presses charges against Russian GRU operative who handled senior asset in Ukrainian gov't

The asset, former chief of protocol in Ukraine's Cabinet, had earlier pleaded guilty and sentenced before being handed over to Russia in a major swap effort in September 2019.

27 May 12:00 UNIAN 6863008971168852392.html
Reporting migrant crisis on bicycles

Two journalists with Asiaville news are pedalling their way from Delhi to Lucknow in search of the many stories behind the main picture

27 May 12:33 The Hindu 6679535024768038897.html
In Wuhan, swab samples are being mixed to carry out quick group tests

The mass testing is part of China’s efforts to fortify against a potential “second wave” after a cluster of cases emerged in a residential community earlier this month.

27 May 12:14 Hindustan Times 696565557678737777.html
‘Complete desilting before water release’

THANJAVURAgriculture Production Commissioner and Principal Secretary, Agriculture, Gagandeep Singh Bedi, has directed the Public Works Department officials to complete the desilting works taken up und

27 May 12:00 The Hindu 6679535025971266209.html
US priest who founded Knights of Columbus to be beatified

The founder of the Knights of Columbus, the influential U.S.-based lay Catholic organization, is moving a step closer to possible sainthood. Pope Francis has approved a miracle attributed to the intercession of the Rev. Michael McGivney, a Connecticut priest who died at age 38 of pneumonia in 1890 during

27 May 12:01 Yahoo 7097669638233785919.html
Head of Italy's Lombardy region given police escort as COVID anger mounts

The governor of Lombardy, the northern region at the epicentre of Italy's coronavirus outbreak, said on Wednesday that he had been given a police escort after growing criticism of his administration's handling of the crisis. Lombardy, Italy's richest and most populous region and the motor

27 May 12:19 Yahoo 7097669638629294977.html
Wings Over Scotland blogger’s defamation appeal against Kezia Dugdale rejected

Stuart Campbell launched the action after an article was published by the former Scottish Labour leader.

27 May 12:14 Express & Star 7324224460007381410.html
Search for men wanted in string of Queens burglaries

Police are searching for the men behind several break ins at businesses in Queens.

27 May 12:33 ABC7 New York 7327811147538095645.html
'Chernobyl Diaries' star Dimitri Diatchenko's cause of death revealed

Actor Dimitri Diatchenko's cause of death has been revealed.

27 May 12:44 Fox News 7362823819514534723.html
Video captures violent purse snatching in Jamaica, Queens

Dramatic video shows the moment a man violently snatched a woman's purse and ran off.

27 May 12:43 ABC7 New York 7327811149086265278.html
Restaurants, Pools Open in Israel as COVID-19 Restrictions Eased

The renewed operations are subject to strict observance of physical distancing, wearing masks, observance of the rules of hygiene, the marking of places for standing in line, regulating the numbers of customers, and subject to the detailed Purple Badge standard instructions.

27 May 12:45 The Jewish Press 7246030801456002509.html
Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man George Floyd; Protests erupt across city

Firings came swiftly for four Minneapolis police officers after bystander video captured the death of a black man in custody.

27 May 12:01 ABC7 New York 7327811147677849432.html
Minneapolis mayor: Officer who put knee on George Floyd's neck should be charged

Firings came swiftly for four Minneapolis police officers after bystander video captured the death of a black man in custody.

27 May 12:01 ABC7 New York 7327811149440907512.html
CNN, MSNBC staffers spotted without masks after networks preach coronavirus mask use

Mainstream media hypocrisy over coronavirus pandemic-era masks is becoming a trend, as CNN and MSNBC were both failed to practice what they preach in recent viral videos.

27 May 12:55 Fox News 7362823820645299213.html
Grassley says White House ‘failed’ to explain why IGs were fired

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, is calling out the White House for failing to adequately explain President Trump’s recent firings of inspectors general, claiming that the removals violated requirements to provide Congress with the reasoning for such decisions. 

27 May 12:28 Fox News 7362823819877093774.html
Driver high on drugs fatally hits 4-year-old girl in Brentwood, police say

A 4-year-old girl was hit by a car and killed by a driver Suffolk County police say was on drugs.

27 May 12:01 ABC7 New York 7327811149208654410.html
Arizona State's Bobby Hurley at odds with AD over allegations

Arizona State basketball coach Bobby Hurley accused athletic director Ray Anderson of "disturbing" actions when dealing with harassment allegations against a prominent athletic booster in a December email.

27 May 12:52 ESPN.com 7331508221472754955.html
Italian boy, 12, encounters bear on family hike and somehow remains completely calm

The footage may be alarming, but the boy seen in the video claims he wasn’t scared at all.

27 May 12:47 Fox News 7362823821518299177.html
Candidates who cannot return to school may appear for CBSE board exam in their home district: HRD Minister

There are many students who were residing in hostels and other accommodations away from home returned to their families after a nationwide lockdown was announced on March 25.

27 May 12:15 DNA India 7533428660759790836.html
Skipping medical care amid coronavirus a troubling pandemic byproduct

A new study found 48 percent of American adults delayed or skipped medical care amid the coronavirus crisis.

27 May 12:44 Fox News 7362823820862337947.html
We’re yet to have any meaningful engagement with govt over strike, says ASUU

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), yesterday said it was yet to have on any meaningful engagement with Federal Government since the union embarked on an indefinite strike.

27 May 12:46 The Guardian 7580308505703115632.html
Comedian Sil Fox cleared of sexual assault

Comedian Sylvester "Sil" Fox has been cleared of sexually assaulting a woman in a pub in Dublin city centre.

27 May 12:10 RTE.ie 7595237277692004868.html
Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China

Donald Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.

27 May 12:10 The Economic Times 7653256036845343724.html
Ukrainian woman uses panties as face mask after she’s denied service

A Ukrainian woman has gone viral for removing her panties and wearing them as a mask after being refused service at a post office.

27 May 12:15 New York Post 7654946768020275634.html
South Korea sees highest daily coronavirus spike in more than a month

South Korea reported its highest daily spike in new coronavirus cases in about a month-and-a-half Wednesday —  an outbreak linked to a now-closed facility run by one of the country’s

27 May 12:07 New York Post 7654946768727582038.html
Antigraft group reports KPK’s new law enforcement deputy over ethical violation

Newly appointed KPK law enforcement deputy Karyoto violated the antigraft body's code of ethics in a recent arrest involving a university staffer, according to the Indonesian Anti-Corruption Community (MAKI).

27 May 12:36 The Jakarta Post 7678601103053693147.html
House Republicans file lawsuit against Nancy Pelosi to end proxy voting

The lawsuit alleges that the proxy vote legislation passed by the House earlier this month is unconstitutional and sets a dangerous precedent.

27 May 12:42 New York Post 7654946768445799237.html
Three days of rain thwart Florida reopening, cause severe flooding

South Florida residents were unable to enjoy the reopening of restaurants and beaches after two months of coronavirus lockdown, when three straight days of rain Tuesday caused severe flooding in Miami and other coastal cities.

27 May 12:15 The Jakarta Post 7678601102489656574.html
France halts hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug nonetheless being promoted by US President Donald Trump.

27 May 12:14 The Guardian 7580308505329228094.html
In Mideast, religion looms large in corona 'infodemic'

"At times of inexplicable crisis and conflict, people revert to their cultural myths and convictions to make sense of what is going on." 

27 May 12:30 The Jakarta Post 7678601103156503153.html
Suspect named after emergency worker is attacked in house

He was also charged with criminal damage and racially aggravated public order

27 May 12:06 Liverpool Echo 7727211174365634153.html
'Suspicious men' seen approaching women at park

Concerned beauty spot visitors urged to report information to the police

27 May 12:15 Liverpool Echo 7727211173548395728.html
Bangladesh reports 22 new virus deaths, caseload tops 38,000

Bangladesh has registered 22 new fatalities from the novel coronavirus in a daily count, bringing the death toll to 544.

27 May 12:48 Bdnews24 8119004128921004855.html
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

27 May 12:37 Bdnews24 8119004129691188652.html
Audi A6 driver smashed into oncoming car in police chase

One arrested after collision and pursuit in Wolverhampton on Bank Holdiay Monday

27 May 12:00 birminghammail 8288260686404755011.html
Germany can't confirm Merkel will attend G7 in person: spokeswoman

BERLIN (Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel cannot confirm her physical presence at an envisaged summit of the Group of Seven (G7) in the United States yet, a spokeswoman said on Wednesday, adding that this would depend on how the coronavirus pandemic develops.

27 May 12:12 Reuters 8334514180108180736.html
Nigerian military unlawfully detain children at rehabilitation centre for militants: Amnesty

ABUJA (Reuters) - The Nigerian military are unlawfully detaining boys and men at a rehabilitation centre for alleged members of the Islamist militant group Boko Haram, Amnesty International said in a report released on Wednesday.

27 May 12:37 Reuters 8334514180265020543.html
Motorsport UK aims to get back on track from July 4

LONDON (Reuters) - The governing body for motorsport in Britain aims to resume racing activities without spectators from July 4, it said on Wednesday.

27 May 12:14 Reuters 8334514181308121887.html
Donald Trump Threatens To Close Down Social Media Platforms on a Social Media Platform

US President, Donald Trump, has today threatened to close down social media platforms over the fear that they “silence” conservative voice. In a spirited rant on his favourite social network, Twitter, he said that the ruling party will “strongly regulate” or “close them down” over this issue. “Republicans feel that Social Media Platforms totally silence […]

27 May 12:33 Techweez 8371727320369009460.html
PM takes Brexit decisions, Cummings does not give instructions: UK negotiator

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson takes the main decisions on Brexit policy and his senior advisor Dominic Cummings does not give instructions on negotiations with the European Union, the UK’s chief negotiator David Frost said on Wednesday.

27 May 12:45 Reuters 8334514181350900555.html
Two Jamaican nationals living in Collier County charged with lottery scam

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested two men in connection to a lottery scam that involved victims throughout the United States.

27 May 12:06 Fox 4 8372747777178748932.html
Head of Italy's Lombardy region given police escort as COVID anger mounts

MILAN (Reuters) - The governor of Lombardy, the northern region at the epicentre of Italy’s coronavirus outbreak, said on Wednesday that he had been given a police escort after growing criticism of his administration’s handling of the crisis.

27 May 12:19 Reuters 8334514180179258367.html
KDF Soldier & Police Officer Feared Dead After Friendly Fire at Midnight

The police officer was allegedly returning from a visit to a female friend at 2.15 a.m. when he spotted 

27 May 12:38 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153768071249.html
Aisha Jumwa Among 7 Nasa MPs to Be Expelled From House Committees

House Minority Whip Junet Mohamed said that the legislators would be 'isolated and quarantined for six months' following which the...

27 May 12:42 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153417097753.html
123 Test Positive for Covid-19, Cases Rise to 1,471 [VIDEO]

Health CS Mutahi Kagwe confirmed that 123 more people tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours...

27 May 12:27 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838154660684557.html
75 More Policemen in Maharashtra found Corona Positive in 24 Hours -

In Maharashtra, which is facing the highest impact of the Corona crisis in India, this deadly virus is rapidly catching

27 May 12:01 News Hunt Media 8859517518254736833.html
US: Four Minneapolis policemen fired after the death of black man pinned down by white officer

Video captured by the bystanders on Monday showed George Floyd shouting ‘I cannot breathe’ as a police officer knelt on his neck.

27 May 12:48 Scroll.in 8669301693886427950.html
PD: Bicyclist hit, killed near 19th Avenue and Bethany Home Road

Police are investigating a deadly crash involving a bicyclist in Phoenix.

27 May 12:09 ABC15 Arizona 911680910323643854.html
Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Your knee in my neck. I can't breathe... Mama. Mama, Floyd pleaded.

27 May 12:10 New Vision 9103146373523211789.html
Budgam road mishap: Injured woman succumbs

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

27 May 12:55 Rising Kashmir 9025326238712050787.html
Oxford to Resume Face-to-Face Classes as Leading Universities Move online.

The UK's leading universities are looking at ways to continue their daily responsibilities as the coronavirus continues to spread throughout the country. While...

27 May 12:50 Sputniknews 967333869305639946.html
Lithuanian man (34) in court over murder of man in north Belfast

A Lithuanian man has been charged with the murder of another man whose body was found in a house in Belfast.

27 May 12:36 The Irish News 993066958263634.html
Love Island's Anna Vakili claims she's being threatened after Hyde Park brawl

The reality star has denied starting the fight.

27 May 12:30 Metro 970161747183187743.html
Conspiracist-in-Chief? Donald Trump's Most Outlandish Online Theories Revisited

One of the world's biggest news-making Twitter accounts - the one run by Donald Trump - has been fitted with a fact-checking warning after spreading what the platform...

27 May 12:31 Sputniknews 967333869070662124.html
Coronavirus fines in north drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The number of fines issued by the PSNI over social distancing rules dropped from nearly 400 to 30 in a month, it can be revealed.

27 May 12:00 The Irish News 993066474224995.html
Donald Trump threatens to shut down social media as Twitter fact-checks him

President Trump hit out hours after Twitter added a 'misleading information' tag to his tweets to flag up inaccuracies

27 May 12:45 Metro 970161747604065328.html
Did Bill Clinton visit Jeffrey Epstein's island after new Netflix doc claims?

The former president has always adamantly denied the claims.

27 May 12:38 Metro 970161747680356958.html
Shashank Manohar declines extension, BCCI says an Indian could contest for ICC chairman post - Cricket news

Shashank Manohar has declared he will not seek another term as the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and also declined an offer of an extension.

27 May 13:33 Mumbai Mirror 1209961193002178265.html
Maharashtra Governor lauds Sonu Sood for arranging transportation for migrant labourers

Governor of Maharashtra Bhagat Singh Koshyari on Wednesday lauded actor Sonu Sood for helping stranded migrant labourers to return to their native places.

27 May 13:56 Mumbai Mirror 1209961193107790333.html
Yogi Adityanath makes a U-turn: States need no permission to hire workers from Uttar Pradesh

CM Yogi Adityanath had said any state that wants migrant workers back from Uttar Pradesh will have to seek permission from his government. He also announced that the government will set up a Migration Commission.

27 May 13:46 The Financial Express 1288289580782232735.html
Maternity Deaths at MCH Anantnag

If the district administration is really concerned about the health care system of district then they should take concrete steps to overhaul the health sector of Anantnag and priority should be given to the maternity and child care

27 May 13:21 Kashmir Observer 1268422869272488289.html
BBC backs its political editor Laura Kuenssberg and says she did NOT tweet 'in defence' of Dominic Cummings after a 'significant' number of complaints

Laura Kuenssberg had responded directly to Daily Mirror political editor Pippa Crerar who first revealed Dominic Cummings's 260-mile journey from London to County Durham with his family.

27 May 13:29 Mail Online 124328111286005120.html
With an ally in control of the party machine, Keir Starmer’s victory is complete

David Evans is not a compromise appointment for general secretary. But will he improve the party culture?, says LabourList editor Sienna Rodgers

27 May 13:46 the Guardian 1491978794542484304.html
Rahul spreading false news; no one can threaten Modi's India: Ravi Shankar

Amidst the rising tension in east Ladakh along the Sino-India border, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday said that no one can threaten Narendra Modi's India

27 May 13:57 Business-Standard 1502508925074687219.html
Boris Johnson has faced down Tory rebellions before, but this one is different

The Dominic Cummings furore can’t be dismissed as Westminster bubble story. And No 10 has made it clear whose side they’re on, says Katy Balls, the Spectator’s deputy political editor

27 May 13:38 the Guardian 1491978796418140871.html
Trump threatens social media after Twitter puts warning on his false claims

President vows to ‘strongly regulate’ or shutter platforms that ‘silence conservative voices’ a day after Twitter added warning label on falsehoods

27 May 13:01 the Guardian 1491978796451436550.html
Donations by companies to PM-CARES Fund notified as CSR, says govt

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had tweeted on March 29 that CSR Funds can now donate to PM CARES Fund

27 May 13:35 Business-Standard 1502508926231590089.html
Does UP govt want to scrap labourers' constitutional rights, asks Priyanka

CM Adityanath had on May 25 said that the state government will provide social security and insurance to labourers

27 May 13:33 Business-Standard 1502508924747570094.html
Tiger that had killed shepherd near Hunsur trapped

Big cat injured due to territorial fight; to be shifted to Bengaluru Bannerghatta Biological Park Mysore/Mysuru: The tiger that had mauled a shepherd to death near Hunsur on Monday was trapped inside a cage late last night. A few remains of 65-year-old Jagadeesh was found near D. Haadi of Neralakuppe by the Forest Department officials...

27 May 13:10 Star of Mysore 1698039376630162387.html
Rain effect: Sewage water enters houses

Mysore/Mysuru: Heavy rains accompanied with gusty winds continued to lash city yesterday too. The rain, accompanied by thunder, lightning and strong wind, which began at about 7.30 pm, uprooted a tree at Vidyaranyapuram and brought down branches on Chamaraja Double Road, near Kurimandi in Kesare and other places across the city. The Mysuru City Corporation’s...

27 May 13:11 Star of Mysore 1698039376886875294.html
Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

'The cabinet will come up with a Hong Kong humanitarian assistance action plan...to provide complete planning for Hong Kong people's residency, accommodation and care,' says Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen

27 May 13:43 Rappler 1882105642734567639.html
Thai parliament urged to pass record $60-billion virus stimulus bill

'To get the country back on track...we urgently need the budget of 1.9 trillion baht,' says Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha

27 May 13:15 Rappler 1882105642898999295.html
Schools in State likely to re-open on July 1

Mysore/Mysuru: After an abrupt end to the 2019-20 academic year following the COVID-19 induced nationwide lockdown, Schools across Karnataka are likely to re-open on July 1 for the new academic year (2020-21). Primary and Secondary Education Minister S. Suresh Kumar discussed the issue with the Department officials at a meeting held in the State capital...

27 May 13:07 Star of Mysore 1698039377961759385.html
China to loosen flight restrictions after outcry from stranded citizens

Starting June 2020, the number of permitted flights in China will nearly triple to 407 per week

27 May 13:45 Rappler 1882105643232876550.html
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

More than half of Canada's national parks - including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia - are to reopen next week.

27 May 13:23 CP24 1887544295989536057.html
IN PHOTOS: Makati police raid illegal COVID-19 clinic, arrest 2 fake doctors

Cops say there were 4 patients in the illicit infirmary

27 May 13:27 Rappler 1882105642326140198.html
Government issues fresh rules for inter-State travel

14-day quarantine mandatory for all travellers including Defence, Railway, ISRO and medical professionals In Mysuru, six hotels with 266 rooms reserved for facility quarantine; free accommodation at Morarji School Bengaluru/Mysuru: The Karnataka Government has tightened restrictions to those who are coming from high-risk States. At the same time, it has decided to allow commercial activities...

27 May 13:15 Star of Mysore 1698039376798656856.html
Coronavirus: Odisha man shunned by villagers, forced to live in his car despite testing negative for COVID-19

India: Rise in cases of social boycott due to fear of coronavirus

27 May 13:57 Gulf News 2086521544632208872.html
Six people killed in shooting in Saudi Arabia's Asir province

The deceased are in their 30s and 40s. The wounded were taken to the nearest hospital.

27 May 13:38 Gulf News 2086521544614512063.html
Kolkata Knight Riders pledge support in aftermath of cyclone Amphan

IPL franchise co-owned by Shah Rukh Khan to plant trees, offer financial help

27 May 13:03 Gulf News 2086521544320878166.html
Ghanaian Landlord allegedly kills tenant for refusing to vacate his house (Video)

A Ghanaian landlord identified as Victor Stephen Nana Kankam, has been arrested for allegedly killing his tenant who refused to vacate his house after he ordered him to. A Facebook user, Blessing Naana Ansah-Senkyire, who

27 May 13:35 LailasNews.com 2090029851086014679.html
After row over paid quarantine, Kerala mulls changes

Chief minister Vijayan under fire for making Keralites pay for 7-day quarantine

27 May 13:04 Gulf News 2086521544059330469.html
Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers

Villagers are scared that guest workers returned from places with high number of corona positives will spread the virus

27 May 13:28 The Asian Age 2126266543955202826.html
Lapses in handling human crisis: Supreme Court to Centre on miseries of migrants

The court also issued notice to all the states and UTs, directing them to submit their response by Thursday.

27 May 13:46 The Asian Age 2126266545553052144.html
Whole country to move to Level 3 on 1 June, but further detail delayed, again

A highly anticipated media briefing on the Level 3 regulations has once again been postponed. Meanwhile, Health Minister Zweli Mkhizi clarified on Wednesday that Covid-19 hotspots will move to Level 3 along with the rest of the country on 1 June.

27 May 13:07 Daily Maverick 2373996787918004811.html
South Africa’s 24-hour trend report – 26 May 2020

This is a summary of the trending, highest impact, and most active themes and their narratives related to social cohesion and division in South African public-domain social media conversations on 26 May 2020.

27 May 13:02 Daily Maverick 2373996787963175394.html
California sues over alleged sex misconduct on set of TV show 'Criminal Minds'

The state of California filed a lawsuit Tuesday against CBS, Disney and producers of the long-running series 'Criminal Minds,' alleging that the show's cinematographer engaged in rampant sexual misconduct against crew members for years.

27 May 13:46 CTVNews 2422791598863649254.html
It looks like Amy Cooper, the white woman in the viral Central Park video, is a liberal. That's important

On Monday around 8am, a white woman named Amy Cooper was walking her dog unleashed in a protected area of New York City’s Central Park, a wooded space called The Ramble.

27 May 13:56 The Independent 2511519171980831220.html
UPDATED: Court stops revocation of Ororo Marginal Field

The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos Wednesday restrained the Minister of Petroleum Resources and Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR)...

27 May 13:50 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901524814664.html
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies over alleged election interference

Trump’s warning represented an escalation of his previous rhetoric targeting the tech giants over purported bias against conservative expression.

27 May 13:05 POLITICO 2584151345475591172.html
Dahod youth jumps into well to evade arrest, dies: Cops

The deceased, Ajay Valvai (22) who had also managed to escape, had accidentally jumped into a well, the police said.

27 May 13:28 The Indian Express 2885715105131905652.html
Terengganu food poisoning victims climb to 99

KUALA TERENGGANU, May 27 — The Terengganu State Health Department (JKNT) has recorded an additional 25 new victims of food poisoning as of noon today. Terengganu Health director Dr Nor Azimi Yunus said this took the total number of food poisoning victims — believed to have been caused by eating...

27 May 13:35 Malaymail 302165934953403833.html
Ice Cube: How Many Cops Have to Kill Black Americans 'Before We Strike Back?'

In the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis, veteran rapper and actor Ice Cube asked how much more "crime" must police officers commit against black Americans "before we strike back?"  

27 May 13:09 Breitbart 3148363492775951308.html
Donald Trump Continues Pressing 'Psycho Joe Scarborough' About 'Cold Case'

President Donald Trump continued tweeting about the conspiracy theory surrounding Joe Scarborough and the death of one of his interns.

27 May 13:56 Breitbart 3148363491006335315.html
Trump offers to mediate in India-China frontier showdown

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump offered today to mediate in what he called a “raging” border showdown between India and China in the Himalayas. Trump’s offer came after Indian defence sources said hundreds of Chinese troops had moved into a disputed zone along their 3,500...

27 May 13:58 Malaymail 302165935479338343.html
Donald Trump: 'OBAMAGATE MAKES WATERGATE LOOK LIKE SMALL POTATOES!'

President Donald Trump continued to raise questions about former President Barack Obama spying on his campaign during the 2016 election.

27 May 13:03 Breitbart 3148363492718726536.html
Tecra Muigai’s Lover Omar Lali Released On Sh300,000 Bond

A Lamu court has released suspect in Tecra Muigai's death, Omar Lali.Lali, 50, was set free on a Sh300,000 bond after spending 21 days behind bars.On Tuesday, Lamu Principal Magistrate Allan T

27 May 13:59 KahawaTungu 3304128541572474580.html
Hong Kong Police Arrest 300 in Anti-China Protests

Thousands of fully armed riot police took the streets of Hong Kong on Wednesday to crack down on multiple peaceful protests.

27 May 13:38 Breitbart 3148363492001034766.html
KDF Soldiers, Police Officer Shoot At Each Other In Mistaken Identity Case

Two Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) soldiers and a police officer collided in a mistaken identity case, shot each other incurring serious injuries in Bura, Garissa county.K24 reports that the two gro

27 May 13:07 KahawaTungu 3304128543157670725.html
Cop among 25 people booked for CMCO violation in Samarahan

KUCHING, May 27 — A policeman from the Samarahan district police headquarters was among 25 people who were issued compounds for violating the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures in Local Infection Areas) Regulations yesterday. Sarawak deputy police commissioner Datuk Dev Kumar...

27 May 13:52 Malaymail 302165935798922724.html
Government Rubbishes Rumors That Schools Will Open On 1 June

Government Rubbishes Schools Opening On 1 June Rumor. The government  has denied claims that schools will be opened on the the 1st of June. 

27 May 13:47 iHarare News 2755902708212775354.html
Teen stopped for stunt driving had 14 previous traffic charges in 2020: Ottawa Police

Ottawa Police say a 17 year-old driver with 14 previous traffic charges in the first five months of 2020 was stopped for speeding again.

27 May 13:56 Ottawa 3145807762311151009.html
Poland scraps mandatory masks despite many infections

WARSAW, May 27 — Poles will no longer have to wear masks outside starting this weekend as long as they abide by social distancing rules, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said today. The move came as the government further eased the EU member’s anti-virus measures. Morawiecki told...

27 May 13:57 Malaymail 302165936034843539.html
Omar condemns use of rubber bullets, tear gas on crowds at George Floyd protest

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) on Wednesday condemned law enforcement for the use of rubber bullets and tear gas on crowds in Minneapolis that were protesting the death of George Floyd on Tuesday evening.

27 May 13:48 TheHill 355432918437153917.html
Trump again tweets about Scarborough conspiracy, despite heavy criticism

President Trump on Wednesday yet again raised a conspiracy theory about the death of an aide to former Rep.

27 May 13:41 TheHill 355432918937206019.html
New photos issued in search for missing diplomat

Richard Morris left his home in the Hampshire village of Bentley on May 6 to go jogging and has not been seen since.

27 May 13:42 Shropshire Star 3480199992362235404.html
Blow for Ruto as 3 Mt Kenya MPs announce defection from Tanga Tanga

A bad month for the DP just got worse

27 May 13:35 Pulse Live 3606876835309701289.html
Campaign groups call for chicken farms moratorium

An open letter asking for a pause to chicken farm planning applications has been sent to to Powys County Council’s leader and chief executive.

27 May 13:06 Shropshire Star 3480199991829263104.html
McCarthy urges Democrats to pull surveillance bill

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) on Wednesday asked Democratic leadership to hold off on a vote on the reauthorization of three expired surveillance programs.

27 May 13:02 TheHill 355432919316561220.html
Lesotho’s new leader faces enormous hurdles ensuring peace and political stability

Majoro’s installation as Prime Minister is welcome. But it does not guarantee much needed political stability in an era of complex coalition politics in which none of Lesotho’s parties has a clear majority.

27 May 13:29 News24 3752801377417170422.html
Limpopo launches Covid-19 response plan after cases surge in mining towns

The Limpopo government has launched a Covid-19 surge plan as the number of cases continue to rise, especially in mining areas.

27 May 13:39 News24 3752801377900207487.html
Bossie, Lewandowski warned Trump he was in trouble in 2020: report

Two top advisers to President Trump’s 2016 campaign warned him about his shaky standing in several key battlegrounds in the 2020 race, provoking the White House to fly in state directors from Arizona

27 May 13:28 TheHill 355432919502397898.html
Judge in top DR Congo corruption trial dies

The judge in a high-profile graft trial involving a key ally of DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi died suddenly overnight of a heart attack, police said Wednesday. Judge Raphael Yanyi "fell il...

27 May 13:22 Punch Newspapers 3524240995415987788.html
Missing woman found safe, Knoxville police say

Knoxville police said a woman has been found safe after her vehicle was found at Victor Ashe Park Tuesday evening.

27 May 13:56 WVLT 4089046911721777307.html
Auto crash claims 5 lives, 5 injured in Kano

Five people were confirmed dead, while five others sustained varying degrees of injury in an accident that occured on Wednesday on

27 May 13:23 Vanguard News 4125100340677889497.html
Uttarakhand NOT burning: Forest fires way less, fake news being spread on social media says CM Trivendra Rawat

Incidents of forest fires in Uttarakhand are way less this year and false panic is being spread on social media using old and unrelated photos, Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said on Wednesday. Rawat's comments followed social media getting flooded with frightening images apparently of forest fires in Uttarakhand

27 May 13:22 India Today 4286117812717077170.html
Delhi farmer buys flight tickets worth Rs 68,000 to send 10 workers back home

Pappan Singh, a mushroom farmer in Delhi's Tigipur village, who is helping rewrite the migrant narrative. He has booked tickets worth Rs 68,000 for 10 of his workers to return to Bihar.

27 May 13:54 India Today 4286117812934203846.html
Isipingo supermarket fined during lockdown

Metro Police also removed more than three tons of stolen property.

27 May 13:09 South Coast Sun 4417269127490928323.html
China can't remain oblivious to India's illegal constructions in Ladakh: FM Qureshi

Foreign minister says New Delhi's "aggressive policy against its neighbours is putting regional peace and stability at stake".

27 May 13:37 DAWN.COM 4500271767175855309.html
Dozens of Sri Lankans from Kuwait test positive for coronavirus

Nearly 160 Sri Lankans repatriated from Kuwait last week have tested positive for coronavirus and one returnee has died, officials said Wednesday, with concern mounting about imported infections just as the nation eases its lockdown.

27 May 13:30 Digital Journal 4566489173180959157.html
DeSantis To Appeal Ruling Striking Down Florida’s So-Called Felon ‘Poll Tax’ Law

Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) said Tuesday that he’ll appeal a federal judge’s decision striking down a Florida GOP law that...

27 May 13:37 Talking Points Memo 4598529366235719634.html
US troop pullout from Afghanistan ahead of schedule

The US military withdrawal from Afghanistan is considerably ahead of schedule, an official told AFP on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump reiterated calls for the Pentagon to bring troops home.

27 May 13:30 Digital Journal 4566489171692616683.html
Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.

27 May 13:00 manilastandard.net 4715274785239966498.html
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories.

27 May 13:00 Digital Journal 4566489172536241202.html
US ready and willing to mediate in 'raging border dispute' between India and China, says Donald Trump

Several areas along the LAC in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies recently

27 May 13:10 Firstpost 4760741713423345087.html
RNLI boss urges Government to restrict access to beaches until lifeguards return

Local RNLI crews were called out several times over the Bank Holiday weekend to rescue people in trouble along North Somerset coast

27 May 13:27 BristolLive 4740742017538849181.html
29 of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

Minister of Environment Jonathan Wilkinson says 29 of the 48 national parks will open for day use, and there will be access to washrooms.

27 May 13:28 Calgary 4726856560689731353.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Follows years of permissive content policies.

27 May 13:06 iTnews 4425008560847923905.html
South Korea reports highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days

3,600 people at a facility are being tested after 36 cases were traced back to it.

27 May 13:04 DAWN.COM 4500271768355797283.html
Revenue Service Officer Allegedly Commits Suicide At Delhi Home, Note Found

An Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself from the ceiling fan at his residence in Bapu Dham on Wednesday, police said.

27 May 13:04 NDTV.com 5090057681020863002.html
Woman Delivers Baby Onboard UP-Bound Shramik Train In Madhya Pradesh

A 28-year-old woman gave birth to a baby boy inside a Shramik special train at Ratlam railway station in Madhya Pradesh today while she was travelling to her native place in Uttar Pradesh from Gujarat, an official said.

27 May 13:57 NDTV.com 5090057681459853594.html
Despite lockdown orders, murder rates are rising in cities across America, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Homicides in Nashville have spiked 233% during the pandemic. Houston, New York, and other cities have reported sizeable increases, as well.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 13:33 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756437197865.html
The Billionaire Governor Who’s Been Sued Dozens of Times for Millions in Unpaid Bills

This story first appeared at ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter...

27 May 13:51 Talking Points Memo 4598529366430779641.html
Noida Man Rapes Teen For A Year, Friend Recorded Act For Blackmail: Police

A man was arrested in Noida on Wednesday for allegedly raping a teenager for a year and then circulating the videos on WhatsApp that were recorded by his friend, who too has been caught, police said.

27 May 13:58 NDTV.com 5090057680965531057.html
Labour Boasts Illegal Roadblocks Were "Well Supported By Government"

Two Labour Members of Parliament have confirmed the claim by Democracy Action that the Government and Police condone illegal iwi roadblocks on public roads. Tamati Coffey (Labour – Waiariki) and Kiri Allan (Labour – List MP living in the East Coast) have stated that these roadblocks were “well supported” by the Government and that police “helped with the checkpoints”.

27 May 13:42 SCOOP 5315658998479079319.html
Search continues for missing N.L. fisherman Wednesday after three bodies found

ST. LAWRENCE, N.L. — The search for a fisherman missing since Monday evening is continuing off the south coast of Newfoundland today after the bodies of three others from the lost vessel were recovered.

27 May 13:20 KitchenerToday.com 52741010590124431.html
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to reopen June 1.

27 May 13:00 KitchenerToday.com 52741010384910359.html
Toronto rapper Houdini identified as victim of deadly downtown shooting

Police have identified the victim of a "very brazen" daylight shooting in the city's downtown core as 21-year-old Toronto rapper Houdini.

27 May 13:51 Toronto 5211060988961295716.html
Does Abbas realize his speech gave Israel responsibility for Judea and Samaria? - Opeds

A close reading of Abbas' latest diatribe has him turning over of the rule of Judea and Samaria to Israel. Is he aware of that gaffe? Op-ed.

27 May 13:36 Israel National News 5374683669058184393.html
Report: US demanding Israel drop claims to areas beyond sovereignty plan - Inside Israel

Israeli officials say US is pushing Israel to accept sovereignty plan as final border, drop claims to rest of Judea & Samaria

27 May 13:52 Israel National News 5374683669376210160.html
Long-term care home report and sale of Torstar; In The News for May 27

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 27 ... --- Key decision in Meng Wanzhou case...

27 May 13:17 KitchenerToday.com 52741009090337477.html
BREAKING: Abducted MDC ladies atteds court at Parktown Hospital

Three MDC activists who were arrested for staging an illegal demonstration in Warren Park have appeared before a magistrate at a court session that was held at ...

27 May 13:20 Bulawayo24 News 5565663540130541837.html
Hero ferry captain dives into the River Clyde to rescue woman who drove car into water

No one hurt but services have been delayed.

27 May 13:46 dailyrecord 552235479225626384.html
FG to inaugurate 200,000 capacity yam storage facility in Benue

The federal government will, on June 9, inaugurate the 200, 000 capacity yam storage facility for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)

27 May 13:48 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299532948955.html
Released Taliban Prisoners Say the War Should End

Some released Taliban prisoners claimed they would choose peace and stability "at least for now," as 328 of them were released from the Pul-e-Charkhi prison on Tuesday.

27 May 13:59 TOLO news 5578851438188676015.html
Twenty-six arrested in France and Belgium over Vietnam migrant lorry deaths

Police in Belgium and France on Wednesday announced the arrests of 26 people suspected of human trafficking in the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants who were found in a refrigerated truck in Britain l…

27 May 13:14 France 24 5635134571260485992.html
Edo 2020: Whether it's direct or indirect primaries, I will win, Obaseki says

The governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed his indifference to the method of primaries adopted by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)

27 May 13:09 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729300239623825.html
AIHRC Spotlights Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan's North

The Afghan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) on Wednesday expressed deep concerns over reports of an increase in the number of civilian casualties in the northern parts of the cou

27 May 13:49 TOLO news 5578851437887001760.html
Clarification to a Sunday Mail article dated 10/05/20: Scots banking tycoon accused of cashing in on coronavirus

We now accept that the source of the price increases was abroad and that Wright Cottrell had no control whatsoever of these market changes.

27 May 13:23 dailyrecord 552235479553496911.html
May 27: Senate President celebrates the Nigerian child

The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, has felicitated Nigerian children on the occasion of the 2020 Children’s Day...........

27 May 13:20 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729301419064826.html
Pilot of the crashed plane did not open landing gear: ATC

Air traffic controller and approach tower controller have submitted their written statements

27 May 13:43 Dunya News 5863268917645179961.html
Heavy Storms Kill Two People In Siberia, Damage Houses, Infrastructure

Heavy storms and rains in Russia's Siberian region of Kemerovo have left two people dead and damaged dozens of houses and social infrastructure.

27 May 13:34 Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty 5891794163916829964.html
Arsonist suspected in deadly Kyoto blaze finally charged

A man has been arrested over the deadly fire at Kyoto Animation studio in July 2019, which killed 36 people and injured another 33.

27 May 13:05 The New Daily 5848147785436303979.html
India vs Australia Pink ball Test to be held in December

Cricket Australia is due to confirm its tentative schedule for the 2020-21 season by the end of this week.

27 May 13:42 newsx.com 5974563060956345357.html
AFP will not lay charges against Annika Smethurst over publishing of classified intelligence documents

No charges will be laid against Annika Smethurst after Australian Federal Police investigated her use of leaked documents in an article.

27 May 13:03 The New Daily 5848147787100389978.html
Five arrested after bungled assassination in war for control of European drug trade that has led to 41 deaths

The CCTV footage shows two men soaking a stolen SMART car with liquid before the flames unexpectedly engulf both men, leaving at least one alight.

27 May 13:24 Business Insider 6060062400949347392.html
Thousands of illegal firearms still in circulation - Hudson

Despite the Government claiming to make New Zealand safer with its firearms reforms and gun buyback, according to the Auditor-General we still don’t know how many now illegal firearms are in the country, National’s Police spokesperson Brett Hudson says.

27 May 13:47 www.voxy.co.nz 6138926314777141174.html
Progressives Show How Shallow the #MeToo Movement Is

When it comes to sexual assault accusations against Republicans, as we saw with Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, Democrats insisted we believe all women. But now that presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is being accused by former staffer Tara Reade of sexually assaulting her in the early 90s, the attitude appears to be quite different.

27 May 13:50 Townhall 6083908946834394437.html
'I was determined', says girl who cycled injured dad across India

More sports News: A 15-year-old girl who won praise for carrying her injured father hundreds of miles across India by bike said on Wednesday she never thought of giving

27 May 13:10 The Times of India 6060938664021159520.html
Police find £1m cash in suspect’s home after stopping his car

The search was carried out by officers from the Metropolitan Police’s Operation Venice.

27 May 13:37 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773438390827.html
Plane from Liverpool seen flying over the skies of Plymouth

Small plane is carrying out a mapping survey today

27 May 13:27 PlymouthLive 6373569609255237541.html
House catches fire 2nd time

An early morning structure fire on Penticton Indian Band left nobody injured, according to Penticton Fire deputy chief Chris Forster.

27 May 13:20 Castanet 616068602703793403.html
Rock Hill mother, boyfriend charged in death of 4-year-old who tested positive for cocaine at birth

A 4-year-old child was dead in Rock Hill late Tuesday morning, prompting a death investigation and leading to the arrest of the child’s mother and the mother’s boyfriend.

27 May 13:22 WBTV 6439870258951629388.html
China has made great progress in Covid-19 vaccine research: Chinese Ambassador

China News: Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong on Wednesday said that China has made "great progress" in vaccine research and development in the fight agains

27 May 13:39 The Times of India 6060938663544500707.html
New photos issued in search for missing diplomat

Richard Morris left his home in the Hampshire village of Bentley on May 6 to go jogging and has not been seen since.

27 May 13:43 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774443816460.html
Woman rescued from River Clyde after car crashed into water at Renfrew ferry terminal

A WOMAN has been rescued after her car crashed into the River Clyde. The incident at the Renfrew ferry terminal just after 1pm prompted an emergency response with police, ambulance and fire crews i…

27 May 13:45 The Scottish Sun 6609127674717401071.html
Worry of repercussions

The boss of one of the two Canadians imprisoned in China says he doesn't want the People's Republic to subject them to repercussions because today's court ruling went against its wishes.

27 May 13:31 Castanet 616068602289239055.html
Over 3,500 Shramik special trains ferried more than 48 lakh workers: Railways

Nearly 80% of total Shramik trains are destined for various destinations in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, said Ministry of Railways.IRCTC has distributed over 74 lakh free meals and more than 1 crore water bottles to travelling migrants so far

27 May 13:34 Livemint 6614605818679697944.html
With record 817 fresh cases, Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 18,000-mark

The death toll in the state increased to 133 after six more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.Of the new cases reported, 138 patients were returnees from Maharashtra followed by one from Telangana and other states who were tested positive in the state

27 May 13:12 Livemint 6614605818754521154.html
Coronavirus lockdown | Mamata Banerjee apprehensive of return of migrants to West Bengal

The state considers the ferrying of a large number of migrant workers by the railways as a big problem for public health, says Mamata Banerjee

27 May 13:49 The Hindu 6679535024303406686.html
Sand mining racket busted, kingpin held

Veeravanallur police busted a sand mining racket in Ambasamudram and Kallidaikurichi and arrested the kingpin on Wednesday.Police sources said a patrol team led by Inspector Samson raided areas near V

27 May 13:56 The Hindu 6679535024794051103.html
Long-term care home report and sale of Torstar; In The News for May 27

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Ma

27 May 13:17 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244166026493.html
Brothers choke to death in well

Two brothers who stepped into a well to rescue a calf died of suffocation at Kumbala in Kasaragod district on Wednesday. According to the police, the deceased were identified as 45-year-old Narayanan

27 May 13:19 The Hindu 6679535024803065332.html
Coronavirus | Nagaland groups spar over returnees

Tribe-based organisations pan plea against quarantining returnees from other districts in Kohima

27 May 13:07 The Hindu 6679535024615659083.html
Top news of the day: Students allowed to appear for CBSE exams from current location; Trump offers to ‘mediate or arbitrate’ between India and China, and more

The major news headlines of the day, and more.

27 May 13:42 The Hindu 6679535025307596189.html
Chinese students from Mysuru to fly back to their homeland

University of Mysore to hold examination for the 90-plus students pursuing MS courses in June to facilitate their emigration in special flights

27 May 13:26 The Hindu 6679535025381854251.html
Police hunt man who exposed himself to woman in rural Stockport

The man was about 50 and was wearing striped clothing

27 May 13:17 men 6694993427647595158.html
Young hikers missing for 19 days in New Zealand found injured but alive in bush

Missing backpackers Jessica O'Connor and Dion Reynolds have been found with "smiles and relief" after getting lost after entering the Anatori Valley in Kahurangi National Park, on the South Island

27 May 13:13 mirror 675785260893953749.html
'Startling steps' tourist bridge in China closed after girl falls and breaks spine

The child and her family were visiting Tangli Happy Play Valley in Dalian, in north-eastern China's Liaoning Province, when her safety harness failed to protect her

27 May 13:40 mirror 675785260883986164.html
Rice cultivation: Revoke ban or face agitation, Congress tells Haryana govt.

Desist from experiments with farming and farmers during pandemic, it says

27 May 13:09 The Hindu 6679535025855263811.html
Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before summer holidays

It was previously announced that all primary school pupils in England should be able to go back to school for a month before the summer break began in July and August

27 May 13:16 men 6694993429208412375.html
Land at the centre of planning row in south Manchester shut while investigation work into potential asbestos contamination carried out

'We have acted at the earliest opportunity to put protection measures in place and conduct a detailed inspection'

27 May 13:46 men 6694993428594959772.html
Coronavirus UK hospital death toll increases by 209 in last 24 hours

The number of Covid-19 hospital deaths in England has increased by 183 on yesterday, bringing the total to 26,049, with Scotland reporting 13 new deaths, while Wales recorded 11

27 May 13:18 mirror 675785261704165601.html
Ukraine's FM Kuleba plans to visit Hungary in late May

Relations between the two countries slid to a chill after the Ukrainian parliament in 2017 passed a new education law, which Hungary says treads on minority rights – the claim Ukraine has been steadily refuting.

27 May 13:20 UNIAN 6863008971889326985.html
Russian Jets Blocked US Plane in Unsafe Maneuvers Over Mediterranean, Navy Says

It was the third time in two months that Russian aircraft have intercepted Navy aircraft in the Sixth Fleet of operations.

27 May 13:47 Yahoo 7097669637130287153.html
Protesters gather in Hong Kong over national anthem debate

Pro-Democracy protesters gathered in their thousands in Hong Kong today as senators debated a bill making abusing the Chinese national anthem a criminal act

27 May 13:16 Buzz.ie 7092425146959764702.html
Virus Outbreak New York

Long Island became the latest region of New York to begin easing restrictions put in place to curb the spread of the coronavirus Wednesday as it entered the first phase of the state's four-step reopening process. In New York City, Mayor Bill de Blasio said efforts to fight the virus have left the

27 May 13:00 Yahoo 7097669637152489512.html
Search for UConn student wanted in 2 deaths in 6th day; stolen car eyed

Connecticut State Police urged Peter Manfredonia, 23, to surrender, saying, "We know this is not who you are," while Pennsylvania officers probed whether a car theft Sunday was connected.

27 May 13:58 Yahoo 7097669638422587069.html
German minister warns of far-right threat as anti-Semitic crime jumps

The number of anti-Semitic crimes committed in Germany rose last year by 13%, Interior Minster Horst Seehofer said on Wednesday, laying the blame squarely on right-wing radicals. Germany has stepped up efforts to counter far-right groups in recent months, especially after a gunman in the city of Halle

27 May 13:28 Yahoo 7097669638329797556.html
Police find £1m cash in suspect’s home after stopping his car

The search was carried out by officers from the Metropolitan Police’s Operation Venice.

27 May 13:35 Express & Star 7324224458902987307.html
Public telling police 'if it's OK for Cummings it's OK for us' says PCC

People breaching lockdown rules in the West Midlands have told police they are not following them because Dominic Cummings didn't.

27 May 13:20 Express & Star 7324224459299087405.html
New photos issued in search for missing diplomat

Richard Morris left his home in the Hampshire village of Bentley on May 6 to go jogging and has not been seen since.

27 May 13:43 Express & Star 7324224459908412940.html
'Firing them is not enough' | George Floyd's sister wants justice after brother dies in police custody

Anger has bubbled after Floyd was killed while in police custody in Minneapolis on Monday night. Video taken from someone at a scene showed an officer with a knee clamped down on Floyd's neck while he laid face-down in the street while handcuffed.

27 May 13:27 ABC7 New York 7327811147519905011.html
Hong Kong protests over law to ban ridicule of China's national anthem

Demonstrators gathered at Hysan Place shopping mall on May 27.

27 May 13:00 euronews 7318238122153916341.html
Hundreds Question High Court’s Integrity in ‘The People Are The Sovereign’ Rally

The court commits abhorrent violations of the sacred principle of the separation of powers that guides Western democracies.

27 May 13:26 The Jewish Press 7246030801389586159.html
Two policemen 'forced woman to wear gas mask then raped and tortured her'

Police officers Nikolay Kuziv, 35, and Sergey Sulima, 29, are being held in custody as part of an investigation into claims they raped and tortured a crime witness in Ukraine

27 May 13:35 mirror 675785261102584566.html
Muslim father in Uganda burns daughter for reportedly converting to Christianity: watchdog group

A 24-year-old woman in Uganda, unable to travel due to coronavirus restrictions, was burned by her Muslim father for purportedly converting to Christianity, according to a persecution watchdog group.

27 May 13:59 Fox News 7362823820081924989.html
Cuomo granted immunity to nursing home executives, after big-money campaign donation: report

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who signed legislation granting hospital and nursing home executives immunity from lawsuits related to the novel coronavirus last month, previously received a big-money boost from a powerful health care industry group, according to a new report.

27 May 13:25 Fox News 7362823821004682579.html
After Guardian report, Kano to hasten distribution of FG palliatives already beaten by rain

Kano State Government has finalized arrangement to distribute the Federal government palliatives to less privilege. The state government action came few hours after The Guardian reported how the same food items were abandoned in an open space and being hit by rain and sun. A statement issued by Commissioner for Information, Malam Garba, explained that […]

27 May 13:16 The Guardian 7580308503991575115.html
LAC Face-off: In a conciliatory note, China says Dragon and Elephant can dance together

Amidst the India China face-off at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, Bejing has taken a conciliatory approach, saying that the two countries working together is the only right choice. 

27 May 13:30 DNA India 7533428662144270539.html
Irregularities in N-Power prompts FG to reform program for greater efficiency

Some irregularities in the N-Power program has prompted the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development to streamline the programme for greater efficiency to provide opportunities for more Nigerian youths.

27 May 13:17 The Guardian 7580308504025331659.html
Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China amid face-off at LAC

In a tweet on Wednesday, Trump said he has offered to "mediate or arbitrate" the "raging border dispute" between the two countries.

27 May 13:07 DNA India 7533428661695034700.html
Nude man allegedly spent ‘entire day’ destroying Florida school

A naked man broke into a shuttered Florida high school and trashed the building, leaving $100,000 in damages in a 22-hour vandalism spree.

27 May 13:53 New York Post 7654946767757037835.html
Here’s Why Esha Gupta Refrained From Shaking Hands With People Even Before The COVID-19 Outbreak

Amid the ongoing lockdown in the wake of the Novel Coronavirus outbreak, actress Esha Gupta has quarantined herself in her house without any house help. However, the actress said that even though it has its own disadvantages, it’s been a blessing in disguise for her.

27 May 13:05 https://www.filmibeat.com 7601703243690207664.html
Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.

27 May 13:43 The Guardian 7580308505443147751.html
Queens thief throws 61-year-old woman into street, steals purse

A Queens crook threw a 61-year-old woman to the ground and took off with her purse, disturbing new video shows. Surveillance footage released by cops early Wednesday shows the suspect approaching the

27 May 13:59 New York Post 7654946767461248324.html
Jeffrey Epstein threatened to CURSE pregnant journalist’s unborn baby and warned ‘I know every doctor in New York’

A JOURNALIST claims that Jeffrey Epstein told her he would curse her unborn children and knew every doctor in New York after she pushed to print an article on the sexual abuse he carried out. Forme…

27 May 13:39 The Sun 7379604593139115494.html
Central Park birdwatcher says Amy Cooper death threats must ‘stop immediately’

The black birdwatcher who filmed white dog owner Amy Cooper calling the cops on him in Central Park says she’s received death threats — which he urged must “stop

27 May 13:52 New York Post 7654946768267945767.html
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalize disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.

27 May 13:00 The Jakarta Post 7678601102268259776.html
Florida man shoots, kills home intruder who was attacking his wife, police say

A Florida man in his 70s fatally shot a home intruder who busted through the glass front door and began attacking his wife on Tuesday, investigators said.

27 May 13:32 Fox News 7362823819547620821.html
Rabi crops not impacted by locusts; efforts on to prevent spread before monsoon to save kharif crops

Locusts -- the oldest migratory pest in the world -- entered India after travelling from Africa through Yemen, Iran and Pakistan. After massive devastation in Pakistan, the swarms of locusts have entered the country through Rajasthan and Gujarat.

27 May 13:19 The Economic Times 7653256037802080674.html
Samarinda flood victims turn to social media for help

Heavy rain that hit Samarinda over the weekend left numerous areas of East Kalimantan's capital flooded.

27 May 13:32 The Jakarta Post 7678601102724237811.html
Scrambler bikers flee into woods after crashing into car

A black Volvo and a scrambler bike were seized by police

27 May 13:24 Liverpool Echo 7727211174711695273.html
Borough Park businesses are flouting coronavirus shutdown restrictions

A slew of businesses that have reopened in Brooklyn’s Borough Park — some in apparent violation of shutdown orders — are allowing customers to pack their stores as if the coronavirus

27 May 13:01 New York Post 7654946768961656765.html
Powerhouse Museum reopening left a mystery

Critics say the people of NSW deserve a chance to farewell the Ultimo institution.

27 May 13:45 The Age 7967730562042460654.html
Chhattisgarh: Naxals release Minpa encounter video, show weapons looted from jawans

The March 21 attack was one of the deadliest by Maoists on security personnel in recent times.

27 May 13:09 Deccan Chronicle 7881006362985045485.html
Rebel groups kill at least 40 in attacks in eastern Congo

BENI, Congo — Rebels have killed at least 40 people in several attacks in Congo’s eastern Irumu territory, a local civil rights group says.

27 May 13:54 680News 8014034334298711939.html
That's made up: Anies refutes business group's claim about reopening of malls

The third phase of restriction implementation in Jakarta could be extended. 

27 May 13:39 The Jakarta Post 7678601103959870422.html
Search continues for missing N.L. fisherman Wednesday after three bodies found

The search for a young fisherman missing since Monday evening continued off the south coast of Newfoundland Wednesday as the community mourned the loss of three men from the same family whose bodies were recovered.

27 May 13:37 Atlantic 8060955781918225966.html
Nearly half of New Yorkers critical of Cuomo’s handling of nursing home crisis: poll

A new survey indicates that a slight plurality of New Yorkers give Gov. Andrew Cuomo a thumbs down on how he’s been dealing with elder care facilities in his state amid the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 13:42 Fox News 7362823819878574574.html
Coast guard to end search for 4th fisherman missing from accident that killed 3

Search and rescue operations to find a missing Newfoundland fisherman whose three crewmates perished at sea were to wind down at sunset Wednesday.

27 May 13:37 Atlantic 8060955781756652628.html
France bans hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment

May 27 (UPI) -- The French government on Wednesday barred the use of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19.

27 May 13:17 UPI 8257973865820755912.html
Swiss aim to restore free movement within Schengen zone by July 6

ZURICH (Reuters) - The Swiss government wants to restore free movement of people with other Schengen zone member countries by July 6, it said on Wednesday, further easing restrictions on public life as the novel coronavirus outbreak shows signs of ebbing.

27 May 13:06 Reuters 8334514180311658837.html
Niger lost $120 million in arms deals over three years: government audit

NIAMEY (Reuters) - Almost 40% of the $312 million Niger spent on defence procurement contracts over the last three years was lost through inflated costs or materiel that was not delivered, according to a government audit of military contracts seen by Reuters.

27 May 13:41 Reuters 8334514180717016319.html
Fort Myers Police locate suspect who broke into a Publix in Lehigh Acres

FMPD responded to an alarm at a Publix on Lee Boulevard. They noticed someone had tried to break in. Citizens notified police about a possible suspect. They were able to apprehend the man.

27 May 13:08 Fox 4 8372747777390132756.html
Man says he broke into San Diego bank just so he could heat up his Hot Pockets

A man who was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a Chollas View bank early Wednesday morning apparently entered the branch just so he can heat up his Hot Pocket sandwiches.

27 May 13:16 Fox 4 8372747778476462327.html
Death of 'Mr Big' stirs memories of Singapore's gangland past

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Early one October morning in 1969, Singapore police found the body of a man dumped in a storm drain. He had been stabbed to death, police said, in what became one of the country’s most notorious gang killings.

27 May 13:39 Reuters 8334514180943272012.html
Peter Manfredonia was 'on a mission' to find young neighborhood woman, victim's wife says

"He was clearly walking to her home with a mission, with a machete in his backpack."

27 May 13:24 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010439985997768.html
Las Vegas police seek help identifying 4 from business robbery

Las Vegas police are seeking the public’s help in identifying four people who carried out a robbery at a business in the Las Vegas valley on May 11.

27 May 13:19 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648837816923048.html
Gujarat: Three booked for flogging 17-year-old girl who allegedly eloped

The police in Chhota Udepur said that the girl’s relatives thrashed her with a stick in public view on May 21.

27 May 13:37 Scroll.in 8669301692106174342.html
Provide details on facilities for Covid-19 patients: HC tells Delhi government, Centre

The court took note of a viral video accusing both governments of lapses in arrangements for Covid-19 patients.

27 May 13:15 Scroll.in 8669301692375315263.html
Who is Graydon Carter? Former Vanity Fair editor addresses Jeffrey Epstein Netflix documentary

Journalist Vicky Ward has made claims against her former boss Graydon Carter

27 May 13:22 Entertainment Daily 8392972517282666478.html
Terrace House Cuts Current Season Following Hana Kimura's Death, Possibly Canceled

Terrace House has ended work on its current season following the tragic death of Hana Kimura who [...]

27 May 13:48 Comicbook.com 8601098218142057397.html
People Coming in Goa are not Required to be Quarantined: CM Pramod Sawant -

The Goa government has changed its Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for people entering the state. People entering the state through

27 May 13:03 News Hunt Media 8859517519160016013.html
Consumer Protection Act can Provide Relief to the Victims of Chaos in Labor Special Trains -

Laborers and students traveling by Shramik Special trains are facing many difficulties in traveling. In the train ran to Gorakhpur

27 May 13:34 News Hunt Media 8859517519051760679.html
Quebec long-term care facilities need more medical staff, better use of PPE, military report finds

The office of Premier Francois Legault confirmed to CTV News that the government received the report late Tuesday night.

27 May 13:26 Montreal 8735609774465616993.html
Covid-19: CBSE students who moved amid lockdown can take Class 10, Class 12 exams from new location

HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal said the students should contact their schools to inform them about where they wish to take the exams.

27 May 13:58 Scroll.in 8669301693842533393.html
Will mail-in voting turn Election Day into Election Week?

A shift to mail voting is increasing the chances that Americans will not know the winner of November’s presidential race on election night, a scenario that is fueling worries about...

27 May 13:16 The Seattle Times 9121942837985934157.html
Chrungoo meets J&K LG, presented memorandum

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

27 May 13:46 Rising Kashmir 9025326238563853140.html
UK Refuses to See Fisheries as Bargaining Chip After EU Signals Concessions in Brexit Talk

The EU has indicated its willingness to ease its stance on fisheries in the Brexit talks and reach a compromise, Reuters reported on Tuesday, quoting sources within the...

27 May 13:14 Sputniknews 967333868955765676.html
Israeli Media Reveals Shopping List of Supplies Procured by Mossad Amid Coronavirus Crunch

The Israeli intelligence service has received flak over its clandestine operations to procure medical equipment to fight the pandemic amid speculation that its...

27 May 13:17 Sputniknews 967333868262194785.html
Bickering firefighters ordered to 'hold hands until they make up' by captain

The two men, both in their 20s, are filmed facing the wall in shame with their hands swaying awkwardly by their side.

27 May 13:05 Metro 970161747839297968.html
Wife says Cummings was in bed for 10 days while he 'picked up son from hospital'

Holes are being blown in the couple's stories.

27 May 13:18 Metro 970161747140143948.html
Roadside Bomb Explodes on Syria's M4 Highway in Idlib, Leaving Casualties

Earlier this year, Russia and Turkey agreed to carry out joint patrols on the M-4 highway in Idlib.

27 May 13:47 Sputniknews 967333869427045345.html
Saira Khan and Janet Street Porter in furious row over Domininc Cummgs

Dominic Cummings was still a hot topic on Loose Women.

27 May 13:47 Metro 970161748124544090.html
Girl, 14, died from suspected ecstasy overdose after lockdown party

Heartbroken friends have pleaded with other teenagers not to make the same mistake.

27 May 13:05 Metro 970161748511577154.html
Pakistan Army shoots down Indian spy drone along LoC

Quadco­pter had intrud­ed 650 metres inside Pakist­an’s territ­ory, says ISPR DG

27 May 14:00 The Express Tribune 1105816786161315704.html
Local Lockdowns to be Introduced in UK for Future Coronavirus ‘Flare Ups’

Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed stricter social distancing measures could be introduced in certain areas in the future as part of the NHS "test and trace" system...

27 May 13:02 Sputniknews 967333867804090244.html
Alastair Campbell breaks social distancing rules for selfie with 'Speedo Mick'

The former Labour spin doctor held his 'hands up' and said he apologised unreservedly for breaching the two metre rule.

27 May 13:36 Metro 970161747437956416.html
US lawmaker introduces bill to recognise Tibet as independent nation

The US Representative Scott Perry has also introduced a similar bill for Hong Kong

27 May 14:04 Business Today 1145527431693628777.html
Tamil Nadu reports 817 new positive COVID-19 cases, death toll rises to 133

Six more COVID-19 deaths in Tamil Nadu took the death toll on Wednesday to 133.

27 May 14:15 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192943476155.html
7,376 calls handed by UWI COVID-19 call centre

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is reporting that the coronavirus (COVID-19) call centre at the University of the West Indies (UWI) handled a total of 7,376 calls during its first month of operations from April 6 to May 6. Of the total calls,...

27 May 14:40 The Gleaner 1215260528310471095.html
7,376 calls handled by UWI COVID-19 call centre

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is reporting that the coronavirus (COVID-19) call centre at the University of the West Indies (UWI) handled a total of 7,376 calls during its first month of operations from April 6 to May 6. Of the total calls,...

27 May 14:40 The Gleaner 1215260528619780052.html
JTA head hits back at ‘bitter’ Pembroke Hall principal

Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) President Owen Speid has fired back at a public rebuke from Principal of Pembroke Hall High, Reverend Claude Ellis, saying the school leader is ‘bitter’ and should focus on fixing problems at...

27 May 14:59 The Gleaner 1215260528724966432.html
Moment pervert, 35, is caught after sending sex messages to '12-year-old girl' then claims HE was just trying to become a paedophile hunter

Gary Horn, 35, of Stanley, Country Durham, thought he was chatting to a child online but he was talking to a group of paedophile hunters.

27 May 14:01 Mail Online 124328111784643574.html
Locust swarms head for India ahead of planting season

As many as 700 tractors, 75 fire engines and almost 50 other vehicles are engaged in spraying pesticides to kill the locusts, Trilochan Mohapatra, director general of the state-run Indian Council of Agricultural Research in New Delhi said on Tuesday.

27 May 14:47 The Financial Express 1288289579525050847.html
No respite from scorching summers! Heatwave likely to continue during next 24 hours, says IMD

On the progress of the southwest monsoon, the national weather forecasting centre of the IMD said it has further advanced into some more parts of south Bay of Bengal.

27 May 14:33 The Financial Express 1288289580141646290.html
‘Congress-ruled states did it first’: BJP’s no holds barred attack after Rahul Gandhi says lockdown failed

Lockdown in India: Rahul Gandhi has said that the purpose of lockdown has failed in India as he referred to the spike in Coronavirus cases in the last few days.

27 May 14:52 The Financial Express 1288289580878240416.html
Big day for IAF! Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria flies solo LCA and “Flying Bullets” is resurrected

Bhadauria has been always been pushing and supporting indigenisation of various programmes in the IAF and he has always supported the LCA.

27 May 14:08 The Financial Express 1288289580975008061.html
Coronavirus in Delhi: COVID-19 death toll in national mounts to 303; highest spike of 792 cases

This is the first time in Delhi that over 700 COVID-19 cases have been reported in a day.

27 May 14:15 The Financial Express 1288289580681775292.html
SBI extends term loan EMI moratorium by 3 months as coronavirus 'respite''

The state-owner lender said it had contacted loan customers to obtain their consent to stop their Standing Instructions

27 May 14:56 Business-Standard 1502508924578255217.html
Government quietly mothballs another FOUR NHS Nightingales after putting 4,000-bed hospital at London's ExCel centre on 'standby' - as flights are set to restart at City Airport by end of June

EXCLUSIVE: The flagship Nightingale location in London was already mothballed earlier this month, while sites in Birmingham, Bristol, Harrogate and Tyne and Wear are also closed.

27 May 14:04 Mail Online 124328112269597359.html
Text message tells vulnerable people they are dropped from shielding list

Outcry after some in England told they would lose government support without doctors being able to talk to them first

27 May 14:46 the Guardian 1491978796354986508.html
SC asks Centre to identify private hospitals for free Covid-19 treatment

Three-judge bench led by CJI says there are private hospitals that have been given land either free of cost or at nominal rates, so they should treat coronavirus-infected patients for free

27 May 14:05 Business-Standard 1502508924771962849.html
States tighten locust control measures as pest gives Delhi a miss for now

Govt asserts desert locusts have not impacted rabi crops and efforts are on to eliminate the insects before monsoon in order to save kharif

27 May 14:58 Business-Standard 1502508925008599519.html
Greek PM and seven other country leaders discuss efforts to restart the economy

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Wednesday took part in the third video conference between the leaders of countries that addressed the first wave of the

27 May 14:50 Greek City Times 1506177377550483635.html
Edo poll: No man can stop me from returning as governor – Obaseki

Obaseki said this on Wednesday when he appeared on a Channels Television programme: “Sunrise Daily.”

27 May 14:41 The Eagle Online 1463511649595063952.html
Teenager still in hospital after freak parachute accident in Washington over weekend

A 17-year-old is still in hospital after being airlifted from the scene of the accident on Saturday

27 May 14:48 ChronicleLive 1984146902636341106.html
2 Corps members who met during NYSC in Plateau state, set to wed this Saturday (photos)

Two Corps members who met at the NYSC orientation camp in Plateau state sre set to wed this Saturday, May 30. In a statement announcing the wedding of the two corps members, Felicia Haruna from Kaduna

27 May 14:35 LailasNews.com 2090029849345247063.html
George Floyd Death: Protesters clash with Police in Minneapolis (Video)

Protests erupt in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, chanting "I can't breathe" on Tuesday night. Thousands of protesters were demanding justice for 46-year-old George Floyd, a black man who died after a white Minneapolis

27 May 14:50 LailasNews.com 2090029850487151107.html
Congress cannot pass the buck in Maharashtra: Fadnavis after Rahul Gandhi's remarks

Fadnavis said that speculative statements like the Opposition trying to destabilise the Sena-led government are wrong.

27 May 14:32 The Asian Age 2126266544091839346.html
Nail-biting video shows brown bear following child on family hike

An Italian family's mountain hike took a hair-raising turn after a brown bear followed a child down a mountain path during a day out.

27 May 14:27 CTVNews 2422791599206487197.html
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over

27 May 14:09 Deccan Herald 2027555797589821559.html
Buhari extols Amaechi at 55 - The Nation Nigeria

President Muhammadu Buhari has extolled the unique qualities of the Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, as he turned 55 years of age...

27 May 14:31 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900342679085.html
Grimsby midfielder Elliott Whitehouse banned for calling Irish player Alan McCormack 'a p***y'

Whitehouse received a six-game ban and a fine for his abuse of the Dubliner

27 May 14:54 Irish Mirror 2875825629986767694.html
Row over naming Bengaluru city’s flyover after Veer Savarkar

Congress said naming of the bridge after Savarkar was taken, despite opposition, and questioned Savarkar's contribution to Karnataka and Bengaluru. The Congress and other opposition parties had earlier vehemently opposed the move to confer Bharat Ratna on Savarkar, posthumously.

27 May 14:14 The Indian Express 2885715104006727885.html
US ready, willing to mediate: Trump on ‘raging’ India-China border dispute

China earlier in the day, said the situation at the border with India was “overall stable and controllable”.

27 May 14:36 The Indian Express 2885715105116512146.html
Special KLM flight brings home 276 Indians from Netherlands

On June 8, another batch of stranded Indians will be sent home by a special Air India flight from Amsterdam to New Delhi as part of the second leg of the 'Vande Bharat Mission'.

27 May 14:13 The Indian Express 2885715104545822383.html
A week on, no arrest yet in rape of 4-yr-old girl in Kutch

On Tuesday, Ibrahim Halepotra, the president of Akhil Kutch Sunni Muslim Hit Rakhsak Committee, wrote a letter to the district collector demanding police action against the accused and alleged inefficiency in policing.

27 May 14:33 The Indian Express 2885715104569961505.html
Peru town mayor flouts lockdown to ‘drink with friends’, plays dead to avoid arrest

Jaime Rolando Urbina Torres climbed into an open casket and lay still, while wearing a face mask.

27 May 14:15 The Indian Express 2885715105049476794.html
Delhi: In last 24 hrs, 792 Covid-19 cases reported; total tally rises to 15,257

The recovery rate of the city is 47.67 per cent, higher than the national average of around 42 per cent.

27 May 14:56 The Indian Express 2885715105593747665.html
Citing cyclone relief work, Mamata asks PM Modi to intervene on Shramik trains being sent to state

"As per the government assessment, 8.13 lakh people were evacuated while 2 lakh are still in shelters. About 4.5 lakh electric poles and 10.5 lakh agricultural land have been damaged. Besides, 317 km of urban road and 4,410 km rural road have been damaged," Mamata said.

27 May 14:10 The Indian Express 2885715105288262515.html
Bosnia and Croatia arrest eight suspected migrant smugglers

SARAJEVO, May 27 — Police from Bosnia, Croatia and regional agency Europol caught eight suspected traffickers today and blocked the smuggling of 45 migrants into the European Union (EU), Bosnian authorities said. During a search of several locations in northwestern Bosnia, police seized mobile...

27 May 14:56 Malaymail 302165934901012153.html
No need to attend pre-marriage course during CMCO in Kedah, says MB

ALOR SETAR, May 27 — Muslim couples who intend to tie the knot during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period in Kedah need not attend a pre-marriage course as required previously. Mentri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said a couple would normally be required to attend a pre-marriage...

27 May 14:55 Malaymail 302165935317185045.html
Georgia to reopen all shops, cafes, resume public transport before June 8 -PM

TBILISI, May 27— Georgia will restart public transport and reopen shops, shopping malls and cafes and restaurants before June 8, the ex-Soviet country’s Prime Minister Giorgi Gakharia said today. Gakharia told the government that public transport, including the metro, would resume on May 29,...

27 May 14:54 Malaymail 302165936157280757.html
France: Do not prescribe hydroxychloroquine for Covid

PARIS, May 27 — The French government said today that doctors should no longer prescribe hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 patients, an unproven and potentially harmful treatment for the disease nonetheless promoted by US President Donald Trump. The move came after two French advisory bodies and...

27 May 14:57 Malaymail 302165936003396416.html
Actor detained in Ampang for allegedly enticing married woman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — A male actor was detained at the Ampang District Police Headquarters yesterday after he came forward to provide a statement in relation to a case of enticing a married woman and having an illicit relationship with her. Ampang Jaya district police chief ACP Noor Azmi Yusoff...

27 May 14:46 Malaymail 302165936307207367.html
State Health Dept denies ordering Johor Baru shopping mall patrons to undergo Covid-19 screening

JOHOR BARU, May 27 — The Johor State Health Department (JKNJ) has denied allegations that it ordered visitors to a shopping mall here to undergo Covid-19 screening, said its director Dr Aman Rabu. Instead, he said, JKNJ only directed the mall to be closed for not complying with the standard...

27 May 14:15 Malaymail 302165936302240024.html
Opening of Road To Tokyo training camp in Bukit Jalil pushed a week forward

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The Road To Tokyo (RTT) 2020 central training camp scheduled to commence at the Kuala Lumpur Sports City in Bukit Jalil, on June 1, has now been pushed forward to June 8. National Sports Council (MSN) director-general Datuk Ahmad Shapawi Ismail said the postponement would...

27 May 14:24 Malaymail 302165935899947623.html
Kano workers threaten seven days warning strike over salary deduction

Kolade Adeyemi, Kano The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to embark on seven days warning strike in Kano over the State...

27 May 14:00 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901927642524.html
Pay us compensation before demolishing our property, landlords tell Akeredolu

Owners of over 30 buildings marked for demolition in parts of Akure, the Ondo state capital have called on Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu...

27 May 14:25 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901114135614.html
Lorry deaths: 26 arrested in Europe human trafficking probe

Those detained are suspected of being part of a criminal organisation trafficking Vietnamese nationals through Belgium and France to the UK.

27 May 14:48 Shropshire Star 3480199991419409404.html
Report: NM Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Broke Lockdown to Buy Jewelry

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham bought jewelry from a non-essential business which was closed by her lockdown order, according to a report. 

27 May 14:48 Breitbart 3148363491956563101.html
Woman rescued by ferry skipper after driving car into river

The incident happened on Wednesday afternoon on the River Clyde at the crossing for the Renfrew Ferry.

27 May 14:06 Shropshire Star 3480199991940467341.html
Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WELLINGTON, New Zealand >> Two hikers rescued in the New Zealand wilderness Wednesday got lost in fog and exhausted their food but survived 18 days with only minor injuries, police said.

27 May 14:35 Star-Advertiser 3439335387704637694.html
Two more coronavirus deaths confirmed in Shropshire hospitals

Two more coronavirus deaths have been confirmed in Shropshire's hospitals, taking the county's death toll to at least 271.

27 May 14:05 Shropshire Star 3480199991244055204.html
Open airports, Rep tells FG

Kayode Oyero A member of the House of Representatives, Akinola Alabi, has urged the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 to open the country

27 May 14:45 Punch Newspapers 3524240994922349269.html
Poll: Biden leads Trump by 11 points nationally

Former Vice President Joe Biden has opened up an 11-point lead over President Trump in the race for the White House, according to a new national survey.

27 May 14:00 TheHill 355432918532909958.html
Public telling police ‘If it’s OK for Cummings, it’s OK for us’ – commissioner

West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson said force intelligence reports show ‘push-back’ from the public.

27 May 14:30 Shropshire Star 3480199992613087380.html
Bishop Demands Compensation For Lost Revenue From Tithes And Offerings During Lockdown

A South African bishop has demanded compensation from the government for revenue lost during the national lockdown when people were prohibited

27 May 14:50 iHarare News 2755902708082010526.html
Coronavirus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths

Europe has recorded about 170,000 deaths, while the US has reported more than 98,900 in a span of less than four months, more than the number of Americans killed in the Vietnam and Korean wars combined.

27 May 14:59 The Financial Express 1288289580060236803.html
Justice says it will recommend Trump veto FISA bill

The Justice Department said on Wednesday that it opposes House-proposed changes to surveillance reform legislation and will urge President Trump to veto the bill if it reaches his desk.

27 May 14:16 TheHill 355432917855940034.html
Sonu Sood’s reply to man who sought his help to meet girlfriend wins the internet

People have been lauding the Simmba actor for everything he has done to help stranded migrants reach home. But Sonu Sood has also been receiving some unusual requests for which he had witty replies.

27 May 14:16 The Indian Express 2885715105735434087.html
Lawmakers urge Trump to cancel DC's July 4 event: 'Impossible to put on safely'

A group of lawmakers representing the National Capital Region is calling for the Trump administration to drop plans to hold a second "Salute to America" Fourth of July celebration in Washington, D.C.

27 May 14:07 TheHill 355432918629402777.html
Covid-19: Indian couple name their newborn twins Quarantine and Sanitiser

A couple in Meerut part of India have called their newborn twins Quarantine and Sanitiser as a way to archive the present-day challenges caused by the Covid-19.

27 May 14:35 Legit 3764253649194981864.html
Andile 'Bobo' Mbuthu's family confirms remains found in river are his

The family of murdered teen Andile "Bobo" Mbuthu, who was allegedly kidnapped and dumped in a river near Tongaat, north of Durban, has confirmed that the remains found in the river are indeed his.

27 May 14:17 News24 3752801377387042153.html
Sassa applicants camped outside Mdantsane office

A group of child support grant applicants, wrapped in large blankets and huddled together to keep warm, spend the night outside the South African Social Security Agency offices in Mdantsane, East London.

27 May 14:51 News24 3752801378648081864.html
'There is nowhere to run to' - Covid-19 pandemic leaves immigrants desperate for assistance

"There is nowhere to run to … Life in my country is worse. People in my country are suffering more than us here who are in lockdown," a Cameroonian asylum seeker in Cape Town says.

27 May 14:50 News24 3752801377421485813.html
Covid-19: Worried teachers petition govt over schools re-opening

Seven teachers’ unions yesterday petitioned Primary and Secondary Education minister Cain Mathema to stop the re-opening of schools until COVID-19 is effectively contained.

27 May 14:19 Nehanda Radio 3802011524290442746.html
Court upholds suspension of EcoCash agents

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) acted within its mandate when it suspended EcoCash mobile money agents from conducting financial transactions to curb abuse, the High Court has ruled, and so there can be no interdict stopping it from doing so.

27 May 14:16 Nehanda Radio 3802011523767162017.html
COVID-19 task force members not campaign officials – Anambra govt

APGA, controlled by Anambra State government insisted Wednesday that the COVID-19 task forces set up in the 21 local government areas

27 May 14:04 Vanguard News 4125100339596239991.html
Dozens of Sri Lankans from Kuwait test positive for coronavirus

Nearly 160 Sri Lankans repatriated from Kuwait last week have tested positive for coronavirus and one returnee has died, officials said.

27 May 14:57 Vanguard News 4125100339947096044.html
Spy pigeon mystery solved? Pak villager says bird his pet, urges PM Modi to ensure safe return

Habibullah, a resident of Bagga-Shakargarh village in Pakistan, said he was the owner of the pigeon with the pink-patch and 'coded message' that was caught by Indian security forces from Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua.

27 May 14:50 India Today 4286117813945105875.html
Nevada governor amends church restrictions after DOJ criticism

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak late Tuesday night amended his restrictions on church reopenings, a day after a letter from the Justice Department criticized him for treating them "unequally."

27 May 14:25 Washington Examiner 4625792332932487373.html
Migrants' crisis: Toddler tries to wake up dead mother at Bihar railway station

According to reports, 35-year-old Avreena Khatoon died en route to Katihar from Ahmedabad by a Shramik Special train via Muzaffarpur.

27 May 14:24 The New Indian Express 4718288654757312404.html
Shashank Manohar to step down as ICC chairman after current term

The International Cricket Council in a statement on Wednesday confirmed that current chairman Shashank Manohar is not seeking an extension of his term which is due to expire later this year.

27 May 14:32 India Today 4286117813061873791.html
Identify private hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients for free or at nominal cost: SC to Centre

The bench was hearing an application filed in a plea which has sought a direction for regulating the cost of treatment of COVID-19 at private hospitals across the country.

27 May 14:46 The New Indian Express 4718288652952569182.html
Pregnant woman rushed to hospital after M32 crash

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward

27 May 14:04 BristolLive 4740742016845659460.html
CBSE students can give Class 10 and Class 12 board exams from home district, says HRD minister Ramesh Pokhriyal

HRD minister Ramesh Pokhriyal on Wednesday said students who have moved back to their hometowns due to nationwide coronavirus lockdown can appear for their remaining CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations 2020 from their home districts

27 May 14:35 Firstpost 4760741713445667036.html
Motorsport UK aims to resume racing activities from 4 July without spectators

Motorsport UK suspended all its events throughout the country from March to the end of June due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 14:39 Firstpost 4760741713041056520.html
India’s Famed Doklam Team Which Stood Up To China In 2017 Now Leading Nation’s Charge In Ladakh Standoff

The famed Doklam Team which stood up to China during the 2017 Doklam standoff between the two countries is again back in action amid the latest border standoff between the two countries in Ladakh, Hindustan Times has reported.

27 May 14:59 Swarajya 4977622829470529579.html
20 Lawyers Including Kapil Sibal, Prashant Bhushan, Chidambaram Wrote Late-Night Letter To SC On Migrant Workers

Twenty eminent lawyers including Kapil Sibal, P Chidambaram, Prashant Bhushan and Indira Jaisingh wrote a late-night letter to the Chief Justice of India over the issue of migrant workers in the country, Times of India has reported.

27 May 14:07 Swarajya 4977622828907602705.html
Himachal BJP Chief Resigns Amid Health Corruption Scandal

Himachal Pradesh BJP chief Rajeev Bindal today resigned from his post "on the basis of moral grounds," a week after a senior state health official was arrested on corruption allegations.

27 May 14:00 NDTV.com 5090057681174762814.html
Congress Asks Government To "Take Nation Into Confidence" On Situation In Ladakh

The Congress on Wednesday said the standoff between the armies of India and China is a matter of serious national concern and urged the government to take the country into confidence and address the concerns of people.

27 May 14:22 NDTV.com 5090057681822439064.html
MP Board 12th Exam 2020: MPBSE releases revised timetable for pending papers, issues health guidelines in view of COVID-19

Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) has announced the revised time table for the pending MP Board Class 12 exams 2020

27 May 14:24 Firstpost 4760741712717335064.html
Exclusive: Nepal Foreign Minister Gyawali confident new map will pass parliament test, India keeps a close eye

Nepal's parliament could not vote today on the new map released by its government recently. In an exclusive chat, Nepal Foreign Minister Gyawali told India Today's Geeta Mohan that parliament will pass the bill soon.

27 May 14:01 India Today 4286117813069561605.html
China is set to pass a draconian new law in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle all dissent. Here's what could happen to people in the city., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - China wants to pass a new security law that could further punish protesters and intensify Chinese actions like tracking, torture, and detainment.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 14:59 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756277942152.html
Number of new COVID-19 cases in Ontario falls below 300 for second day in a row

For the second day in a row, Ontario has recorded less than 300 new cases of COVID-19.

27 May 14:30 Toronto 5211060989175595080.html
Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich: S*xual Abuse Charges On Prince Andrews & The Story Of ‘Pedophile Island’ Ignite The Talk

Netflix's original and documentary series Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich has released today. Expectedly, it has sparked the debate on dark stories of the British Virgin Islands aka Pedophile Island.

27 May 14:18 Koimoi 5184275671385878742.html
India, China Shouldn't Let Differences Shadow Overall Ties: Chinese Envoy

China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an eyeball-to-eyeball confrontation between armies of the two countries in several sensitive areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.

27 May 14:57 NDTV.com 5090057682373460714.html
Singh wants Ottawa to send military allegations of nursing home neglect to RCMP

OTTAWA — NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says he wants to see the RCMP investigate conditions in long-term care homes in Ontario following allegations in a report of neglect and abuse in five homes being helped by the military.

27 May 14:15 KitchenerToday.com 52741010824968795.html
Locusts threaten cotton crop in the North

CAI writes to Centre seeking quick control measures

27 May 14:53 BusinessLine 5283600080054689.html
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

TOKYO — Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

27 May 14:13 KitchenerToday.com 52741009597942464.html
BMS to seek Opposition MPs’ help against Centre’s move on labour laws

Five key points including plight of migrant workers, unfair labour laws to be brought up

27 May 14:52 BusinessLine 5283601701681827.html
Online booze orders flying in ahead of move to lockdown level 3

South Africans rush to place alcohol orders online

27 May 14:35 SowetanLIVE 5541808689585257924.html
CSOs reject controversial infectious diseases bill - Premium Times Nigeria

More civil society organisations have risen against the controversial Infectious Diseases Bill pending before the National Assembly...

27 May 14:08 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729300114139014.html
Administrators deny South African Airways set to start flying

South African Airways (SAA) aims to resume domestic flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town from mid-June as lockdown restrictions aimed at ...

27 May 14:25 CNA 5644198862742675614.html
COVID -19: NBC fines three radio stations - Premium Times Nigeria

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has fined three stations over broadcast of invariable content on COVID-19 and also sanctioned 28 others...

27 May 14:17 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729300558027571.html
Hong Kong police fire pepper ball rounds at protesters, arrest 300 people

HONG KONG: Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday (May 27) and ...

27 May 14:00 CNA 5644198862994853549.html
Trump on Afghanistan: Bring Back Troops, But Closely Watch

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday repeated that he wanted to bring American troops back from Afghanistan, saying the US is acting as a police force and it is time for Afghans to police

27 May 14:03 TOLO news 5578851437653869623.html
Trump on Afghanistan: Bring Back Troops, But Closely Watch

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday repeated that he wanted to bring American troops back from Afghanistan, saying the US is acting as a police force and it is time for Afghans to police

27 May 14:03 TOLO news 5578851438221320393.html
Man Arrested Following Firearms Incident, Kawerau

A man has been taken into custody following a firearms incident in Kawerau.

27 May 14:55 SCOOP 5315658998400415867.html
The Indispensable Mr. Kadyrov? Questions About Chechen Leader's Health Prompt New Questions About Region's Future

He’s been Chechnya’s strongman ruler more than 13 years. Reports that he was hospitalized with COVID-19 have prompted a new round of questions: What happens when he’s gone?

27 May 14:53 Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty 5891794162793052059.html
For Sale: The First Printing of 'The Star-Spangled Banner'

A celebration of freedom, published next to advertisements for the slave trade.

27 May 14:00 Atlas Obscura 58081916574307843.html
Swift firings for Minneapolis officers in death of black man

MINNEAPOLIS — To the general public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck of a black man prone on the street, crying out for help until he finally stopped moving, was horrifying.

27 May 14:04 KitchenerToday.com 52741009032317017.html
As Trump offers to mediate between India and China, Beijing counsels restraint

India News: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to "mediate" the border dispute between India and China, saying he was "ready, willing and able" to eas

27 May 14:05 The Times of India 6060938662993939079.html
China is set to pass a draconian new law in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle all dissent. Here's what could happen to people in the city.

China wants to pass a new security law that could further punish protesters and intensify Chinese actions like tracking, torture, and detainment.

27 May 14:59 Business Insider 6060062400046700424.html
Telangana: Three-year-old falls into 120ft open borewell in Medak, rescue operations on

A three-year-old boy fell into an open borewell in Podchanpally village of Papannapet mandal in Medak district. The boy Harshavardhan who was playing

27 May 14:19 The Times of India 6060938664817104245.html
Lorry deaths: 26 arrested in Europe human trafficking probe

Those detained are suspected of being part of a criminal organisation trafficking Vietnamese nationals through Belgium and France to the UK.

27 May 14:49 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773500990460.html
Donald Trump offers to calm tensions between India and China

The countries are in a bitter stand-off in the remote Ladakh region.

27 May 14:43 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773912397739.html
Man caught after trying to rob store, stealing car, and running from police

A Rowan County man was apprehended by police in Salisbury after an unsuccessful attempt to rob a convenience store, and unsuccessful attempt to steal a truck, successfully stealing a car, then getting caught trying to run away from police.

27 May 14:39 WBTV 6439870257512458053.html
BJP to hold six virtual rallies on completion of one year of Modi government

India News: With Corona pandemic hitting political activities, the BJP has decided to conduct six virtual rallies to mark the first year of completion of Modi gov

27 May 14:24 The Times of India 6060938664734514215.html
Woman rescued by ferry skipper after driving car into river

The incident happened on Wednesday afternoon on the River Clyde at the crossing for the Renfrew Ferry.

27 May 14:07 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774022048397.html
Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has 'decelerated' pace of COVID-19 spread

India's covid-19 fatality rate is 2.86%, as against the world average of 6.36 per cent, the ministry said..The country has been registering new cases in excess of 6,000 daily since the past six days

27 May 14:35 Livemint 6614605818404014875.html
Public should be alerted, says monsoon preparedness document

Protocol to be followed for six small dams in State

27 May 14:40 The Hindu 6679535024579940108.html
16 test positive in central region

TIRUCHI Sixteen patients tested positive for COVID-19 in the central region on Wednesday. Of them, five each hailed from Ariyalur and Tiruvarur districts while three tested positive in Tiruchi, and on

27 May 14:35 The Hindu 6679535025190068150.html
ED begins probe into 20 drug trafficking cases in Punjab

The Enforcement Directorate has registered 20 money-laundering cases in connection with seizures of drugs by various enforcement agencies in Punjab. The probe findings may be incorporated in the repor

27 May 14:13 The Hindu 6679535024964885575.html
State may take liberal stance on quarantine cost of NoRKs

This may put to rest the political row triggered by the Opposition over COVID-19 containment

27 May 14:42 The Hindu 6679535024772956198.html
Not a flight of fancy | Delhi farmer buys plane tickets to send 10 migrant workers to Bihar

He would also drop all the workers in his vehicles at the IGI Airport early on May 28, while following social-distancing norms.

27 May 14:35 The Hindu 6679535025825092584.html
Vishwas Mehta is new Chief Secretary

The Cabinet on Wednesday decided to appoint Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Viswas Mehta as Chief Secretary when incumbent Tom Jose retires on May 31.Mr. Mehta, an IAS officer of the 1987 batch, sta

27 May 14:18 The Hindu 6679535026112130306.html
BBMP prepared to handle monsoon, claims civic chief

Civic body is monitoring places that have a history of flooding and water-logging

27 May 14:02 The Hindu 6679535025863928256.html
Govt. offices to function with 50% staff

Guidelines issued on mode of working, no exemption for offices in hotspots

27 May 14:13 The Hindu 6679535026168897500.html
Teenage boy stabbed in the street - a man has been arrested

Police have arrested a 'male' after the 16-year-old was knifed in Prestwich

27 May 14:33 men 6694993428630847918.html
Use ICWF to bring back poorly paid Indians: HC

Centre told to consider pleas of wives of four Keralites

27 May 14:29 The Hindu 6679535026363166240.html
Girl, 14, dies of 'ecstasy overdose' at lockdown party as police warn about drug

Police urged people who had bought MDMA recently not to take the drug after Jessica Hannah passed away following a lockdown party in Scarborough, North Yorkshire

27 May 14:35 mirror 675785260648937695.html
Yes, this roadsign declaring the rules don't apply to Dominic Cummings is real

The sign appeared underneath an official sign urging people to follow government guidance

27 May 14:05 mirror 675785261548306221.html
Olympic chief Bach consults with IOC members over virus fallout

Olympic chief Thomas Bach held a series of talks with IOC members on the potential consequences of the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 14:27 Sport 682566034411884055.html
Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga denounces charges against him as ‘lies’

Kabuga has been indicted by UN prosecutors for genocide and incitement to commit genocide, among other charges

27 May 14:52 The Globe and Mail 68426410116604863.html
11 years for man for drugging and sexually assaulting two boys

A 29-year-old man has been handed a jail sentence of 11 years after drugging and sexually assaulting two boys. The judge said that the child rapist had used

27 May 14:56 Buzz.ie 7092425148199517133.html
Sil Fox cleared of sexual assault on woman in Dublin bar

Legendary comedian Sylvester "Sil" Fox has been cleared of sexually assaulting a woman in a bar in Dublin.Mr Fox pleaded not guilty in December 2018 to a se

27 May 14:14 Buzz.ie 7092425148524920589.html
Justice Department clears 3 senators in stock sales investigation, but Burr's case appears ongoing

Investigations into Sens. Feinstein, Loeffler and Inhofe have been dropped. Sen. Richard Burr appears to still be under investigation.

27 May 14:46 Yahoo 7097669638861511556.html
8 Haredim Arrested in Buenos Aires Wedding

The groom and bride, their parents and the rabbi who conducted the chupah – all Haredi Jews – were arrested.

27 May 14:04 The Jewish Press 7246030801258350759.html
Lorry deaths: 26 arrested in Europe human trafficking probe

Those detained are suspected of being part of a criminal organisation trafficking Vietnamese nationals through Belgium and France to the UK.

27 May 14:48 Express & Star 7324224458965586940.html
Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

It is the first time the social media giant has said one of Donald Trump's tweets could be misleading.

27 May 14:56 Yahoo 7097669638424661857.html
Cyclist killed in Brewood tractor crash named as local psychologist

A cyclist who died after being involved in a crash with a tractor in Staffordshire has been named.

27 May 14:51 Express & Star 7324224458998913342.html
Varadkar defends picnic with friends at Phoenix Park

The Taoiseach's department said Varadkar was acting “in line with public health guidance” while enjoying the sun on Sunday in the Phoenix Park in Dublin. Varadkar and his partner have been staying at Stewards Lodge on the nearby Farmleigh Estate, the Irish government’s official guesthouse...

27 May 14:06 IrishCentral 7319968744462180737.html
Kevin McCarthy: Pelosi is endangering Constitution to ensure she has more power

Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is endangering the Constitution to ensure that she has more power by maintaining a system of proxy voting in Congress put in place during the coronavirus pandemic, House Minority Leader Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., accused Wednesday. 

27 May 14:23 Fox News 7362823819908940224.html
Oakland McDonald's employees strike, claim management told them to use dog diapers, coffee filters as masks

The McDonald's location owner has denied the allegations.

27 May 14:18 Fox News 7362823821495628541.html
Homeschool organization says public schools are blocking parents from withdrawing kids

Parents in several states across the country are "shocked" at being told they can't withdraw their children from public school, the largest legal organization for homeschool families in the United States told Fox News.

27 May 14:26 Fox News 7362823820351940357.html
NYC investigating Central Park dog dispute involving white woman and black birdwatcher

New York City's Commission on Human Rights has launched an investigation into the verbal dispute between a white woman with an unleashed dog and a black man bird watching in Central Park.

27 May 14:19 ABC7 New York 7327811148394225574.html
Tributes to ‘sweet’ girl, 17, who drowned when inflatable boat capsized in Bank Holiday horror

A ‘SWEET’ 17-year-old girl who died in a boating accident on Bank Holiday Monday has been named locally as Gillian Davey. Tributes have poured in for the teenager, who was rushed to hos…

27 May 14:36 The Sun 7379604592506130228.html
Girl, 13, beheaded in her sleep with a sickle by her father in Iran ‘honour killing’ after she hoped to marry older man

A TEENAGE girl was reportedly brutally beheaded by her own father in an “honour killing”. Romina Ashrafi, 13, was killed by her dad after eloping with a 35-year-old man in Hovigh, Tales…

27 May 14:40 The Sun 7379604593126923031.html
No man can stop me, says Obaseki

Godwin Obaseki, governor of Edo state, says irrespective of the mode of primary used by the All Progressives Congress (APC), he would clinch the party’s ticket for the forthcoming governorship election.

27 May 14:03 TheCable 7513571675446603636.html
South Africa to reopen places of worship June 1 — despite recording highest COVID-19 cases on the continent

Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa's president, says places of worship will reopen as from June 1, but under stern restrictions to prevent the further spread of

27 May 14:39 TheCable 7513571675819357094.html
Pigeon arrested by Indian police on suspicion of being a SPY for Pakistan

A PIGEON has been detained by police on the India-Pakistan border after being accused of being a spy. The alleged operative was found on the Indian side having been painted pink and was carrying ar…

27 May 14:38 The Sun 7379604593755333995.html
26 arrests made in connection with Essex lorry deaths

Twenty six suspected members of a major smuggling gang have been arrested in Belgium and France as part of the investigation into the deaths of 39 Vietnamese nationals in a lorry trailer in England last year.

27 May 14:51 RTE.ie 7595237278082945208.html
Maharashtra govt to expedite Dharavi, other slum rehab projects post Covid-19

Awhad has already urged Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray to take steps to move ahead with the redevelopment of Dharavi spread over nearly 600 acres in the heart of the countrys financial capital.

27 May 14:35 The Economic Times 7653256036575572440.html
Provincial court to resume some in-person proceedings next month

The Provincial Court of British Columbia will resume in-person proceedings to hear priority matters starting next month.On June 8, two courtrooms will be opened in each of six locations: Victoria, . . .

27 May 14:55 Times Colonist 7617512061127616300.html
China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese envoy

The Chinese Ambassador's comments came in the midst of aggressive posturing by both Chinese and Indians troops in several areas in eastern Ladakh including Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie.

27 May 14:17 The Economic Times 7653256036753362637.html
Cops bust homeless man who stole from Texas doctor fighting coronavirus

A homeless man was busted for swiping $11,000 worth of personal items from the Brooklyn hotel room of a Texas doctor in town to help with the battle against the coronavirus, police said. Ronaldo

27 May 14:10 New York Post 7654946768917649785.html
NTB sees highest daily increase with 49 new COVID-19 cases, including 1-month-old baby

Of the 49 cases, 11 were children, including three babies and five toddlers.

27 May 14:03 The Jakarta Post 7678601102395788920.html
Canada army reports horrific conditions in nursing homes hit by COVID-19

Conditions at Ontario nursing homes hard-hit by COVID-19 outbreaks, as described by Canadian soldiers helping out there, are "deeply disturbing," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday.

27 May 14:00 The Jakarta Post 7678601102991306114.html
Cyclist, 41, dies after Bridgend crash

A 71-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

27 May 14:29 Wales Online 7686550516328784750.html
Australian police drop probe of reporter, whistleblowera

Australian police on Wednesday dropped the investigation of a prominent journalist and government whistleblower over leaked government secrets, ending a case which sparked wide-ranging debate over press freedom in the country.

27 May 14:30 The Jakarta Post 7678601103078274276.html
Who is Christian Cooper, the birdwatcher accused of threatening Amy Cooper?

Viral video shows Christian Cooper — the black man accused of “threatening” a white dog-walker for simply asking her to leash her pup in Central Park — geeking out over his

27 May 14:48 New York Post 7654946769112888685.html
Public telling police ‘If it’s OK for Cummings, it’s OK for us’ – commissioner

West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson said force intelligence reports show ‘push-back’ from the public.

27 May 14:30 Express & Star 7324224460159264916.html
Jayalalithaa's niece and nephew to inherit assets; HC says no to making Poes Garden house a memorial

This comes a few days after Tamil Nadu governor Banwarilal Purohit promulgated an ordinance to take temporary possession of the former chief minister's residence for facilitating its conversion into a memorial.

27 May 14:49 The Economic Times 7653256036595274419.html
'No end in sight': B.C.'s state of emergency extended by another two weeks

Premier John Horgan extended the province’s state of emergency by two weeks on Wednesday, the longest period that emergency orders have been in place in B.C.’s history.“People will . . .

27 May 14:34 Times Colonist 7617512061711079493.html
Online booze orders flying in ahead of move to lockdown level 3

South Africans rush to place alcohol orders online

27 May 14:24 TimesLIVE 7950036619554651588.html
HK’s foreign judges should be barred from national security trials: NPC deputy

Citizens write down their signatures in a street campaign in support of the national security legislation in Hong Kong, May 22, 2020. Photo: Xinhua

27 May 14:18 Global Times 7829414521552151803.html
Mark Your Calendars: Rod Rosenstein Will Testify Before Senate on Origins of ‘Crossfire Hurricane’ Investigation

The Senate Committee on the Judiciary announced on Wednesday that former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein is scheduled to testify before the panel on June 3 regarding the origins of “Crossfire Hurricane," the FBI’s counterintelligence investigation into whether members of the Trump campaign coordinated with Russia ahead of the 2016 presidential election.

27 May 14:42 Law & Crime 7990899037296395032.html
As coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, officials take solace in low fatality rate

Maharashtra's rising numbers continue to worry the nation.

27 May 14:38 Deccan Chronicle 7881006362531860752.html
Police Discuss Possible Sighting of Alleged Double-Murderer Peter Manfredonia Nearly a Week After Search Began

Where is Peter Manfredonia? The Connecticut man remains in the wind days after he allegedly killed two men, injured a third, committed a home invasion, and kidnapped a woman in a bid to cross state lines. Here's what to know about the ongoing case.

27 May 14:27 Law & Crime 7990899036975159604.html
14 die in northern Bangladesh after consuming ‘alcoholic drinks’

At least 14 people died in three days after consuming bootleg liquor in the neighbouring districts of Dinajpur and Rangpur during the Eid-ul-Fitr holiday.   

27 May 14:39 Bdnews24 8119004128987316702.html
Denmark residents sue over laws for dismantling 'ghettos'

STOCKHOLM — A group of Copenhagen residents sued the Danish government Wednesday over legislation that authorized dismantling neighbourhoods designated as “ghettos,” arguing that the measures discriminate on the basis of ethnicity and should be overturned in court.

27 May 14:20 680News 8014034334948264025.html
Khamenei urges Iran's new Parliament to concentrate on 'culture and economy'

May 27 (UPI) -- Iran's Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei told the country's newly elected Parliament on Wednesday the economy and culture should be their highest priority.

27 May 14:27 UPI 8257973864305838603.html
Anti-Semitic crimes in Germany at highest level since 2001

May 27 (UPI) -- Anti-Semitic crimes targeting members of the Jewish faith in Germany reached their highest level in almost two decades in 2019, according to new government figures Wednesday.

27 May 14:42 UPI 8257973864065048788.html
Bosnia and Croatia arrest eight suspected migrant smugglers

SARAJEVO (Reuters) - Police from Bosnia, Croatia and regional agency Europol caught eight suspected traffickers on Wednesday and blocked the smuggling of 45 migrants into the European Union (EU), Bosnian authorities said.

27 May 14:13 Reuters 8334514180644688961.html
Georgia to reopen all shops, cafes, resume public transport before June 8: PM

TBILISI (Reuters) - Georgia will restart public transport and reopen shops, shopping malls and cafes and restaurants before June 8, the ex-Soviet country’s Prime Minister Giorgi Gakharia said on Wednesday.

27 May 14:28 Reuters 8334514181805337708.html
Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

27 May 14:27 Reuters 8334514181180846104.html
Ex-KRA Manager Facing Prison Sentence Over Multi-million Scam 

This led to a sting operation carried out by Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC) detectives, looking to catch the taxman red-handed...

27 May 14:12 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838153860097988.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

27 May 14:56 Reuters 8334514180417395763.html
Coronavirus: Health authorities warn against returning to offices too soon

The ACT deputy chief health officer says people should still work from home where possible

27 May 14:30 The Canberra Times 8662394328645836888.html
Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after tweets tagged

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories. Twitter tagged just two of Trump's tweets in which he'd claimed that more mail-in voting would lead to what he called a

27 May 14:34 Arab News 8912634263354171462.html
Tropical Storm Bertha forms, quickly hits S. Carolina coast

Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall on South Carolina’s coast Wednesday morning shortly after it formed, becoming the second named storm before the official start of this year’s Atlanti...

27 May 14:28 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648835786579301.html
Dubai government employees to start returning to work on Sunday

DUBAI: Half of Dubai’s government employees can return to their offices on Sunday, and the rest will be able to go back on June 14, the emirate’s government announced Wednesday. The return to work will, however, be made with “intensified precautionary measures,” to protect workers, Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said. 

27 May 14:51 Arab News 8912634263448261982.html
Building collapses, injures one

According to the victim Collins Ainembabazi, he was standing under the shade of the building and out of the blue, the shade collapsed on him.

27 May 14:37 New Vision 9103146372161770416.html
Senior Congress Leader PL Punia -

Congress, a constant attacker on the UP government, has called the statement of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath a conspiracy against

27 May 14:10 News Hunt Media 8859517518936582240.html
Railway Ministry is ‘evacuating Maharashtra, spreading coronavirus to Bengal’, says Mamata Banerjee

The West Bengal chief minister claimed the ministry was sending shramik special trains full of migrants to her state without intimation.

27 May 14:35 Scroll.in 8669301692901546636.html
Alleged Video Showing Moment of Roadside Bomb Blast in Syrian Idlib Emerges Online

An explosive detonated on a highway in the Idlib region of Syria earlier in the day wounding soldiers from a Turkish military convoy, leaving some in critical condition.

27 May 14:08 Sputniknews 967333868609460760.html
US Troops, Kurdish Militia Injured Following Ambush, Firefight in Northeast Syria - Reports

The reported incident comes just over a month after a similar ambush which led to the loss of a vehicle carrying US troops and Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) militia...

27 May 14:24 Sputniknews 967333867708427272.html
Alaska man released from prison accused of quarantine breach

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Prosecutors have accused an Alaska man of violating a federal judge's order and breaking his quarantine after securing early release from prison amid the coronavirus pandemic....

27 May 14:18 The Seattle Times 9121942837348048228.html
Man called Bernard Castle has been having fun on Twitter

'Thinking about retraining as an optician.'

27 May 14:58 Metro 970161747689444871.html
81% of parents wouldn't travel for emergency childcare in lockdown, survey finds

Almost a quarter of parents surveyed found themselves in the same situation as Dominic Cummings - but had chosen to stay at home.

27 May 14:34 Metro 970161748447261117.html
Hundreds of Muslims gather in Ikea car park to mark Eid with social distancing

Around 800 Muslims prayed in the large outdoor space to celebrate Eid and the end of Ramadan.

27 May 14:44 Metro 970161748475085969.html
Visits to domestic abuse website increase by nearly 1,000% in lockdown

Charity Refuge wants victims to know 'you are not alone' and help is available 24/7.

27 May 14:38 Metro 970161747806615925.html
Coronavirus: Two more Covid-19 deaths recorded in Northern Ireland

A further two people who tested positive for coronavirus have died, according to the Department of Health.

27 May 14:25 The Irish News 993065711873088.html
Report: Hurley accused Arizona State AD in booster scandal

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley sent an email to Ray Anderson last season alleging the Arizona State athletic director minimized sexual harassment allegations by...

27 May 14:55 The Seattle Times 9121942837734764161.html
Another 209 dead from coronavirus across the UK

NHS England today recorded 183 more deaths in hospitals. Across all settings, Scotland announced 13 more deaths, Wales had 11 and Northern Ireland had two.

27 May 14:08 Metro 970161748791602089.html
Moment dying man wobbled suitcase 'after lover zipped him inside to suffocate'

Jorge Torres wobbled the case and begged Sarah Boone to free him, only for her to laugh and swear, court papers allege

27 May 14:41 Metro 970161747865524666.html
Medak Borewell Sucks 3-Year-Old Boy

MEDAK:A three-year-old boy accidentally fell into a newly drilled 120-feet borewell at Podchanapally village of Papannapet mandal in Medak district on Wednesday. Police and rescue teams along with

27 May 15:11 Sakshi Post 1016059426987529997.html
Jeffrey Epstein victim Virginia Roberts-Guiffre vows to 'name and shame' abusers

The victim wants more names to be revealed after Epstein's death.

27 May 14:41 Metro 970161748987072376.html
Social media creates wild fire in hills, Uttarakhand govt launches campaign

Photographs of forest fire turning wild in Uttarakhand took the attention of netizens and they began making a post on social media.

27 May 15:20 The Statesman 1191309781619126849.html
Three-year-old boy slips into borewell in Telangana village as rescue efforts continue

A three-year- old boy fell into a just made 150-feet-deep borewell in Medak district of Telangana on Wednesday evening. Efforts are on to rescue the child.

27 May 15:13 Mumbai Mirror 1209961193303744567.html
Luvvie vicar who waded into Dominic Cummings row is married father-of-two and ex-marketing consultant with past-life acting on shows from The Bill to starring alongside Michael Elphick and Neil Morrissey in Boon

Reverend Martin Poole, the vicar of St Luke's Prestonville in Brighton, raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference in a question to Matt Hancock.

27 May 15:14 Mail Online 124328111150178410.html
Urgent medical aid shipment from Qatar arrives in Ukraine

QNA In implementation of the directives of the Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, a cargo plane loaded with urgent medical aid provided by Qatar through Qatar Fund For Development (QFFD) has arrived in Ukraine, in support of the efforts of Ukraine to address the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

27 May 15:00 The Peninsula 1202843880920309061.html
EXCLUSIVE: Jeffrey Epstein had surveillance cameras hidden throughout his properties worldwide in a 'blackmail scheme' to extort his powerful friends, victims tell new Netflix doc about the pedophile

Jeffrey Epstein's surveillance cameras were a 'blackmail scheme' to extort his powerful friends, new Netflix documentary Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich claims.

27 May 15:05 Mail Online 124328111116775427.html
Man, 22, dies after falling from jet ski in Devon in third seaside fatality this week

Emergency services were called out to the seaside town of Teignmouth, Devon, on Tuesday following a 999 call reporting a man in the water after falling off a jet ski.

27 May 15:06 Mail Online 124328112375491889.html
CMU failed to disclose bank accounts during AGD audit

Members of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) were told yesterday that the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) did not furnish information on all the bank accounts it had during a special audit by the Pamela Monroe Ellis-led Auditor General’...

27 May 15:19 The Gleaner 1215260529019654184.html
Pakistan air crash: Cockpit voice recorder of crashed airplane yet to be recovered

Soon after the plane crash, the departments concerned were directed to recover the bodies with the help of residents of the area within 24 hours.

27 May 15:14 The Financial Express 1288289580062491247.html
Karnataka considers opening places of worship from June 1, awaits final nod from centre

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, as many as 101 new cases of coronavirus have been reported in Karnataka during the last 24 hours.

27 May 15:37 The Financial Express 1288289580441289041.html
Nizamuddin Markaz: Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners

The charge sheets will be filed in Saket court against the 294 foreigners belonging to 14 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and several African nations, police said.

27 May 15:07 The Financial Express 1288289581549598847.html
Reconsider decision to convert Jayalalithaa’s residence Veda Nilayam into memorial, High Court tells Tamil Nadu govt

On May 22, Tamil Nadu Governor had promulgated an ordinance to temporarily take possession of Jayalalithaa's residence Veda Nilayam and convert it into a memorial.

27 May 15:38 The Financial Express 1288289580253470091.html
Lucknow-Mumbai flight passengers face delay in opening of aircraft door

There were around 40 passengers on the first flight to Mumbai after resumption of domestic flight services on May 25.

27 May 15:20 The Financial Express 1288289580927292006.html
Hong Kong crisis: at least 360 arrested as China protests grow

Riot police flood city as pro-democracy groups protest against law criminalising ‘ridicule’ of Chinese anthem

27 May 15:30 the Guardian 1491978795362207376.html
Govt to use five hubs to bring back Indians on Vande Bharat flights

Over 275 Indians stranded in Mexico, Peru, Portugal and Netherlands returned via Amsterdam in first such flight on Wednesday

27 May 15:55 Business-Standard 1502508926050416265.html
How The ‘RHOA’ Cast Feels About Yovanna Momplaisir Potentially Joining Season 13 Full-Time  

'RHOA's Yovanna Momplaisir is rumored to be joining the cast in season 13. HollywoodLife has learned the truth and how the cast feels.

27 May 15:05 Hollywood Life 1852895046616627932.html
Scandal-Plagued Ex-Governor Sues Putin Over Sacking

MOSCOW (AFP) — A former governor of a Russian region is challenging his dismissal by President Vladimir Putin at the

27 May 15:47 Courthouse News Service 1799505149560161443.html
Denmark Residents Sue Over Laws for Dismantling ‘Ghettos’

A group of Copenhagen residents sued the Danish government Wednesday over legislation that authorized dismantling neighborhoods designated as "ghettos," arguing that the measures discriminate on the basis of ethnicity and should be overturned in court.

27 May 15:52 Courthouse News Service 1799505149773724641.html
U.N. chief deplores lack of ceasefire during virus

Conflicts have continued to rage in Libya, Yemen, and elsewhere

27 May 15:45 Rappler 1882105643423476572.html
Mamata seeks PM's intervention in railways sending Shramik Special trains

The state's infrastructure is "stretched to its limit" following the devastation caused by Cyclone Amphan

27 May 15:30 Business-Standard 1502508924925614568.html
African Development Bank chief hits back over graft accusations

'I maintain my innocence with regard to trumped-up allegations that unjustly seek to impugn my honor and integrity, as well as the reputation of the African Development Bank,' says Akinwumi Adesina

27 May 15:15 Rappler 1882105643013048826.html
Amrapali case: ED attaches JP Morgan assets worth Rs187 cr, firm cries foul

A bench of Justices Arun Mishra and U U Lalit asked the Enforcement Directorate to file a short reply on the grievance raised by the JP Morgan India

27 May 15:17 Business-Standard 1502508926362019201.html
Rouhani urges Iran MPs to 'cooperate' as parliament opens

Many MPs are ultra-conservatives who oppose Hassan Rouhani on almost all issues, from running the sanctions-hit economy and combating the coronavirus outbreak to managing relations with the United States

27 May 15:07 Rappler 1882105642387490708.html
26 held over migrant lorry tragedy in Britain

The arrests target the ring of smugglers suspected of organizing the migrants' journey

27 May 15:25 Rappler 1882105642321580758.html
Pakistan registers 1,446 new coronavirus cases; total count crosses 59,000-mark

Pakistan registered 1,446 new coronavirus infections during the last 24 hours, taking the total number of COVID-19 cases in the country to 59,151, the health ministry said on Wednesday. The death

27 May 15:06 Deccan Herald 2027555797091824430.html
Coronavirus: Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending Nizamuddin event

The Delhi Police will file 15 fresh charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending a religious congregation at Nizamuddin Markaz here in violation of visa conditions and indulging in missionary

27 May 15:41 Deccan Herald 2027555796967001593.html
Pakistan air crash: Cockpit voice recorder of crashed airplane yet to be recovered

The cockpit voice recorder of the crashed Pakistani airplane is yet to be recovered, six days after the aircraft plunged into a residential area near the Jinnah International Airport, killing 97

27 May 15:27 Deccan Herald 2027555796979980286.html
SC asks Tamil Nadu govt to use 4 floors of private hospital for COVID-19 patients

The Supreme Court Wednesday allowed the Tamil Nadu government to use top four floors of a Chennai-based private hospital for treating COVID-19 patients. The top court asked the Tamil Nadu government

27 May 15:19 Deccan Herald 2027555798031673166.html
Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Four police officers in Minneapolis were sacked Tuesday as a video showing one of them kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man who later died sparked street protests in the midwestern US city.

27 May 15:01 Deccan Herald 2027555797111595219.html
Ize-Iyamu picked by Oshiomole faction as Edo APC consensus governorship candidate

Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has been picked by the the Oshiomole-led faction of the APC in Edo state as their consensus governorship candidate, as the state party crisis continues to linger. Ize-Iyamu was named the consensus candidate

27 May 15:25 LailasNews.com 2090029849623072552.html
Niagara County announces four new Covid-19 deaths

Niagara County on Wednesday announced four additional deaths due to the coronavirus. The county, which surpassed 1,000 cases over the Mem...

27 May 15:56 The Buffalo News 2088823987435581392.html
Pakistan: Kasur policeman held for killing teen boy who resisted rape

The incident occurred on Eid Al Fitr, when the victim, Sami-ur-Rehman was going for prayer

27 May 15:26 Gulf News 2086521544858018979.html
Grenell Declassifies Flynn-Kislyak Calls On Last Day as Acting DNI

New DNI Ratcliffe to determine if transcripts released to public

27 May 15:28 Infowars 1950426315109177908.html
Houdini Death: Canadian rapper gunned down in Toronto shooting

Canadian rapper Houdini has died after the 21-year-old was gunned down outside a hotel in the downtown area of Toronto. The fast rising rapper was one of three people - a woman, 27, and a 15-year-old

27 May 15:52 LailasNews.com 2090029851107012365.html
No new COVID-19 patient in New Zealand for five days

Prime Minister Ardern expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

27 May 15:44 Gulf News 2086521544617982181.html
Mumbai's GSB Ganesh mandal postpones celebrations due to corona pandemic

if the situation remains the same during next year, the mandal will take a decision again, said the chairman of the mandal.

27 May 15:01 The Asian Age 2126266544635344924.html
Infighting within Trinamul over lapses in Cyclone Amphan relief work

The crack widened so much that state consumer affairs minister Sadhan Pande on Tuesday publicly tore into his colleague Firhad Hakim.

27 May 15:45 The Asian Age 2126266544229391914.html
So-called honour killing of teen girl brings outcry in Iran

The so-called honour killing of a 14-year-old Iranian girl by her father, who reportedly used a farming sickle to behead her as she slept, has prompted a nationwide outcry.

27 May 15:52 CTVNews 2422791598850019909.html
Former EastEnders actress Jacqueline Jossa confirms she’s moved out of family home with Dan Osborne

The former EastEnders actress admitted that she has been struggling in her marriage during lockdown, and confirmed she’s moved out of the family home she shares with husband Dan Osborne.

27 May 15:56 RSVP Live 2434255977946197124.html
UK coronavirus death toll increases by 412, bringing the total to 37,460

A further 412 people in the UK have died after testing positive for coronavirus, according to the latest figures from the Department of Health. The latest reported deaths from hospitals, care homes and the wider community, brings the UK death toll to 37,460. In the 24-hour period up to 9am on Wednesday, 117,013 Covid-19 tests were carried out or dispatched.

27 May 15:38 ITV News 2184971257097116599.html
Gani Adams welcomes twins - The Nation

Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, on Tuesday, welcomes a set of twins in a private hospital in Lagos.Adams made this known in..

27 May 15:49 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901033593338.html
Centre, states doing their best; open to suggestions: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Ravi Shankar Prasad said the government's efforts in controlling the pandemic were visible in the results. “The results, India in comparison to the world as far as the death toll is concerned, speaks aloud on our initiatives.”

27 May 15:05 The Indian Express 2885715103754291018.html
Why is China pushing the Hong Kong security law?

The protests in Hong Kong and the reaction in Beijing illustrate a fundamental divide that has once again bubbled to the surface

27 May 15:54 The Asian Age 2126266545336258311.html
Edo APC guber candidate can’t emerge in Abuja – Obaseki’s aide

Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe Osagie, has dismissed reports that the Edo State...

27 May 15:25 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900204667339.html
Zimbabwe Holds Court Proceedings In Hospital For Tortured Opposition Activists

Court proceedings were held today at a private hospital for three abducted and tortured opposition activists. The three female

27 May 15:55 iHarare News 2755902708022306963.html
Week after cyclone Amphan, Kolkata struck by 96 kmph nor’wester

The squall, known as "Kalbaisakhi" in local parlance, uprooted several trees in some parts of the city, blocking traffic movement.

27 May 15:43 The Indian Express 2885715104034023560.html
UP couple detained for murder of watchman in Rajkot: Police

Teams of Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) and Special Operation Group (SOG) of Rajkot city police picked up the couple hours after the night watchman at a jute-bag godown was found dead.

27 May 15:04 The Indian Express 2885715104022783794.html
Tamil Nadu registers 817 new Covid-19 cases, 139 came from other states

Chennai alone accounted for 66 per cent of the total cases on Wednesday, reporting 559 cases. Six people fell to the virus on Wednesday as the death toll went up to 133.

27 May 15:23 The Indian Express 2885715104924299285.html
Numbers continue to grow, 354 domestic flights operated till 5pm today: Aviation Minister

After two months of being grounded, India resumed its domestic flight services on Monday with 428 flights functioning on day one.

27 May 15:35 The Indian Express 2885715105165792383.html
Shashank Manohar to step down as ICC chairman after current term

The ICC is set to discuss the process to elect its new chief at its board meeting on Thursday with media reports saying that the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chief Colin Graves is favourite to fill the post.

27 May 15:45 The Indian Express 2885715104992811098.html
As lockdown eases, this Hyderabad techie is on a mission to find migrant workers their livelihood

Over the last week, Daga has reached out to several manufacturing units through his friends and relatives and connected them to workers, providing urgent employment to close to 700 workers

27 May 15:32 The Indian Express 2885715104351968308.html
Police arrest 26 people in U.K. truck deaths of 39 Vietnamese

Police in Belgium and France on Wednesday announced the arrests of 26 people suspected of human trafficking in the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants who were found in a refrigerated truck in Britain last year.

27 May 15:54 CTVNews 2422791597296592957.html
ACP with Pune police booked for extortion in Satara

Satara district police officers said that despite being on compulsory leave, ACP Deepak Humbare had gone to Satara on May 17 in his service uniform and demanded money from a local youth promising to bail him out of an offence filed against him.

27 May 15:32 The Indian Express 2885715104287786037.html
In a first, J&K quarantines horse who arrived from Red zone

The horse was brought by a 21-year-old youth from Kashmir’s Shopian area, which has been declared a red zone.

27 May 15:33 The Indian Express 2885715105406418689.html
Two arrested for ‘killing man in fight over sale of drugs in Ghatkopar’

The deceased man was beaten to death after getting into a fight with a group of four men for selling drugs near a public toilet near Ghatkopar (West) railway station.

27 May 15:28 The Indian Express 2885715105761428231.html
Jon Jones condemns police officer involved in death of George Floyd: ‘We need justice’

Jon Jones is disgusted by the circumstances surrounding the death of George Floyd.

27 May 15:00 MMA FIGHTING 2898528043701965252.html
HC notice to Haryana on schools’ plea against restriction on fee hike

The schools in Haryana have been ordered by the government to only collect monthly tuition fee from only those who are capable of paying, and not demand other charges like building fund, maintenance fund, admission charges and computer charges in wake of the Covid-19 situation.

27 May 15:17 The Indian Express 2885715105847296281.html
Kedah state govt will help out KFA, says MB Sanusi

ALOR SETAR, May 27 — The state government views seriously the issues faced by the Kedah Football Association (KFA) and will work to assist the body, especially in terms of settling salary arrears for its players. Mentri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said although KFA was not a government agency,...

27 May 15:29 Malaymail 302165935632202040.html
Sevagram Ashram chief removed over allegations of being ‘Godsewadi’, he strongly denies it

This is the first time in the Ashram's history that its president was "removed" before he could complete the five-year term. Prabhu, the president, rebutted the allegations against him and expressed his anguish at being "ill-treated, insulted, removed without giving any chance to defend myself.

27 May 15:37 The Indian Express 2885715104802447093.html
Nolte: To Protect Joe Biden the Media Just Legitimized Racism and Sexual Assault

The same media that crybaby over Donald Trump upsetting all their precious norms, just normalized sexual assault and racism.

27 May 15:00 Breitbart 3148363490743038713.html
China Drafts Sovereign Immunity Bill to Fight Global Coronavirus Lawsuits

China's National People's Congress (NPC) is seeking to pass a law allowing Chinese people to sue the United States over coronavirus.

27 May 15:31 Breitbart 3148363492375632095.html
Cuomo to press Trump on reviving US economy with roads, bridges in White House meeting

WASHINGTON, May 27 — New York Governor Andrew Cuomo will press President Donald Trump to invest in the nation’s roads, bridges and rails during a White House meeting today as US states begin to reopen after the coronavirus outbreak left the economy in tatters. Cuomo’s visit to Washington...

27 May 15:39 Malaymail 302165936197107408.html
FG to release guidelines on school reopening

Kayode Oyero The Federal Government has said it would roll out the course of action for the reopening of schools in the country, The PUNCH reports. The Chairman of the Presidential Task Force...

27 May 15:31 Punch Newspapers 3524240993929849004.html
Children’s Day: Lawan calls for domestication of Child Rights Act

Sunday Aborisade, Abuja President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has felicitated with Nigerian children on the occasion of the 2020 Children

27 May 15:04 Punch Newspapers 3524240994735298573.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer qualifies as autonomous from China

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday said the U.S. no longer views Hong Kong as politically autonomous from China, a stark escalation in response to China’s plan to impose new security

27 May 15:57 TheHill 355432919644211579.html
MCA man’s criticism of Santiago unwarranted

THE Association for Community and Dialogue is puzzled by MCA central committee member Chew Kok Woh’s criticism of DAP MP Charles Santiago for being a signatory, together with 200 parliamentarians and policymakers from 23 countries, to a memorandum criticising China for proposing national security laws in Hong Kong.

27 May 15:11 The Malaysian Insight 3531883211102668429.html
Tenants fear mass evictions as moratoria expire

Tenants are afraid mass evictions will take place in the coming weeks as eviction moratoria across the country begin to expire. 

27 May 15:13 TheHill 355432918084730204.html
Delhi police chargesheet 376 foreigners over Tablighi event

PTI New Delhi The Delhi police have filed before a court here 35 different chargesheets against 376 foreigners  from 34 countries attending Markaz at

27 May 15:26 The Navhind Times 3656927214141804118.html
Domestic flight operations on their way to normalcy

PTI New Delhi A total of 445 domestic flights, carrying 62,641 passengers, were operated on Tuesday, Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on We

27 May 15:24 The Navhind Times 3656927214625023666.html
Coal India arm awaits Centre nod for mining project in Assam

PTI Guwahati Coal India arm North Eastern Coalfields (NEC) has said its mining operations in Tikak Open Cast Project (OCP), under Saleki Proposed Reserve

27 May 15:32 The Navhind Times 3656927214027572169.html
Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

AP Hong Kong Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalisi

27 May 15:34 The Navhind Times 3656927215338940715.html
COVID-19 slowing down railway projects - Amaechi

Rotimi Amaechi, Nigeria's minister of transportation, has expressed worry over the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on Nigeria's existing railway projects.

27 May 15:27 Legit 3764253649905752729.html
Edo 2020: Obaseki finally breaks silence, says APC's ticket not his priority

Less than one month to the governorship primaries APC in Edo, Governor Godwin Obaseki, has declared that he was not desperate about his reelection in office.

27 May 15:46 Legit 3764253650059758289.html
PSL Speedster Out On Bail, Police Coy

Local traffic police have commented on reports that a prominent soccer player was arrested on charges of reckless driving and breaking lockdown regulations.

27 May 15:30 Soccer Laduma 3901337371758678324.html
Good Samaritan rescues man from burning car, holds his hand as ambulance arrives

A man in Massachusetts was caught on camera pulling a crash victim away from a burning vehicle.

27 May 15:42 WVLT 4089046911020243538.html
Edo 2020: Hours after his endorsement, Ize-Iyamu picks APC governorship form to face Obaseki

APC had granted Ize-Iyamu a waiver to enable him to participate in the primary stormed the party national secretariat in Abuja today along with his supporters.

27 May 15:27 Legit 3764253650306304676.html
Twitter, Facebook Win Appeal in Anticonservative-Bias Suit

A federal appeals court rejected claims that tech giants Twitter Inc., Facebook Inc., Apple Inc. and Alphabet Inc.’s Google conspired to suppress conservative views online.

27 May 15:19 Bloomberg.com 4032480121942251802.html
Level 3 briefing delays are due to new church regulations – Jackson Mthembu

He said the government’s National Coronavirus Command Council’s briefing would go ahead on Thursday at 2pm.

27 May 15:28 The Citizen 410802301542465945.html
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Police said more than 300 people were arrested, mostly on suspicion of holding an unlawful assembly. Live images showed many of those detained were teenagers.

27 May 15:18 The Citizen 410802300694315910.html
Senegal to continue chloroquine virus treatment

Senegal will continue treating COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a senior health official said on Wednesday, despite recent evidence

27 May 15:19 Vanguard News 4125100339468526717.html
READERS’ LETTERS: ‘UK Government is treating us as fools’

Sir, – I am dismayed by the behaviour of Dominic Cummings.

27 May 15:50 The Courier 4275302768387124216.html
2 migrants found dead on Shramik Train from Mumbai to Varanasi

Two migrants were found dead when a Shramik train from Mumbai arrived in Varanasi on Wednesday. The exact cause of death has not been ascertained.

27 May 15:49 India Today 4286117814028911812.html
Opposition set to win Suriname election: preliminary results

Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the long-time rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of p...

27 May 15:30 Digital Journal 4566489172453471030.html
New search for student wanted in killings comes up empty

Police in Duryea, Pennsylvania, said a firefighter spotted a man who matched the description of Peter Manfredonia behind the Germania Hose Co. shortly after 11 p.m. Tuesday.

27 May 15:42 WVLT 4089046910342170676.html
US ready to mediate in Indo-Chinese border dispute: Donald Trump

Trump's announcement comes at a time when India has accused the Chinese military of hindering normal patrolling by its troops along the LAC in Ladakh and Sikkim.

27 May 15:12 The New Indian Express 4718288654126260675.html
South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school.

27 May 15:30 manilastandard.net 4715274785658095929.html
Fauci Wants To Make Masks A ‘Symbol’ Of What The Public Should Be Doing

The country’s top infectious disease expert on Wednesday urged the public to comply with mask-wearing requirements as the easing of...

27 May 15:15 Talking Points Memo 4598529365702962202.html
France bans use of hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid-19

Announcement comes two days after WHO said it was pausing a large trial due to safety concerns.

27 May 15:55 DAWN.COM 4500271767181868769.html
Chinese foreign minister says situation along India-China LOC 'overall stable and controllable'; claims Beijing's stand on border issue is 'clear, consistent'

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable," and both the countries have proper mechanisms

27 May 15:41 Greater Kashmir 4662909091843757773.html
US ready to mediate Indo-Chinese border dispute: Donald Trump

Trump's announcement comes at a time when India has accused the Chinese military of hindering normal patrolling by its troops along the LAC in Ladakh and Sikkim.

27 May 15:12 The New Indian Express 4718288653339800546.html
ICC chairman Shashank Manohar to step down at end of term this year

The ICC is set to discuss the process to elect its new chief at its board meeting on Thursday with media reports saying that the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chief Colin Graves is favourite to fill the post.

27 May 15:18 FirstCricket 4760741712687975410.html
DOJ: Barr would ask for Trump veto on FISA bill as it stands now

Attorney General William Barr would recommend a presidential veto of a bill that focuses on extending three expired surveillance tools the FBI uses to pursue terrorists and spies, the Justice Department said Wednesday.

27 May 15:25 Washington Examiner 4625792332124579457.html
Polis: Honeywell will produce 6 million N95 masks for Colorado

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis announced a partnership with Honeywell on Tuesday that will bring millions of N95 face masks to the state.

27 May 15:00 Washington Examiner 4625792333626624039.html
What do Donald Trump and ultra-conservative Pakistani imams have in common?

Authors: James M. Dorsey and Tehmina Qureshi* US President Donald J. Trump and ultra-conservative Pakistani religious scholars may have more in common than either would want to admit: a belief that congregation is an essential pillar of prayer irrespective of public health concerns. Mr. Trump, however, may wish that he had the kind of less […]

27 May 15:00 Modern Diplomacy 4563921197910690163.html
EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday, as badly hit Spain started 10 days of national mourning for its thousands of dead.

27 May 15:00 manilastandard.net 4715274785788545739.html
Karnataka Likely To Open Religious Places From 1 June, Has Sought Centre’s Nod

Religious sites have been shut across the country since 24 March with the announcement of lockdown.

27 May 15:45 Swarajya 4977622830223523737.html
20 Lawyers Claim "Apparent Indifference" By Supreme Court To Migrant Crisis

A day before the Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the "unfortunate and miserable" plight of migrant labourers, twenty prominent lawyers from Delhi and Mumbai had written a critical letter to Chief Justice of India (CJI) SA Bobde and other judges saying the top court's "apparent indifference" to the humanitarian crisis.

27 May 15:00 NDTV.com 5090057682531224344.html
Coalition against IS to meet virtually amid virus

Foreign ministers from nations fighting the Islamic State group will meet virtually next week to coordinate action as the coronavirus pandemic disrupts operations, the United States announced Wednesday.

27 May 15:50 Digital Journal 4566489171821185580.html
France banned the use of hydroxychloroquine for treating the coronavirus a week after Trump said he was taking the drug, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - France reversed a March order that allowed the drug hydroxychloroquine to be used as a potential treatment for COVID-19.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 15:02 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757603095606.html
Police warns on using essential workers’ Ssickers, RDC letters during curfew

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The police has made it clear that use of essential workers’ stickers and Resident District Commissioners – RDC letters will not be allowed during curfew hours. Senior Superintendent of Police – SSP Norman Musinga, also Kampala metropolitan traffic police commander said police will not spare vehicles and drivers with …

27 May 15:10 The Independent Uganda: 5099025990138322689.html
Police arrested a Bay Area woman who they say posted racist notes on the homes of Asian Americans, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The notes suggested that those not native to the US leave the country immediately.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 15:17 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756034128955.html
176 Pakistani nationals return from India

The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan said on Tuesday that another group of 176 Pakistanis stranded in India due to the COVID-19 lockdown will return home on Wednesday

27 May 15:46 Times of Oman 5168079155204204131.html
176 Pakistani nationals return from India

The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan said on Tuesday that another group of 176 Pakistanis stranded in India due to the COVID-19 lockdown will return home on Wednesday

27 May 15:46 Times of Oman 5168079155772692128.html
India faces its worst locust swarm in nearly 30 years

With about 50,000 hectares of cropland destroyed by locusts, India is facing its worst food shortages since 1993

27 May 15:35 Times of Oman 5168079154956552078.html
New York Stock Exchange partially reopens as US COVID-19 deaths near 100,000

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) partially reopened its iconic trading floor on Tuesday after a two-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 15:23 Times of Oman 5168079155268985097.html
Military report on Quebec senior homes says conditions difficult but improving

MONTREAL — The military's report into its mission inside Quebec's long-term care homes reveals many facilities in the network continue to struggle to bring down the number of COVID-19 infections.

27 May 15:53 KitchenerToday.com 52741010156756350.html
Missing trampers Dion Reynolds and Jessica O'Connor found alive, police confirm

Missing trampers Dion Reynolds and Jessica O'Connor have been found alive with minor injuries after 18 days lost in the bush.

27 May 15:48 SCOOP 5315658999515048006.html
BC Ferries losing up to $1.5 million each day as pandemic tanks ridership

The company does not qualify for the wage subsidy

27 May 15:10 North Delta Reporter 5327740410530756715.html
Chilliwack school board censures trustee Barry Neufeld after controversial Facebook post

Board chair issues statement on censure but little else regarding Facebook post controversy

27 May 15:30 North Delta Reporter 5327740411851633380.html
Obaseki to Oshiomhole: APC will pick governorship candidate in Edo, not Abuja

The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has reacted to the report that Osagie Ize-Iyamu has been adopted as a ‘consensus’ candidate by a faction of the APC

27 May 15:54 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299466451191.html
China donates PPE to South Ayrshire carers thanks to Provost

The area faced a shortage of protective equipment

27 May 15:07 dailyrecord 552235479468210291.html
Reports | No decision by ICC on T20 World Cup postponement

According to the latest reports, the ICC has made no decision on postponing the Men’s T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia, yet. Recently, there had been speculation suggesting that the ICC mega event, which is scheduled to start in October, could be pushed further due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 15:06 SportsCafe 5688863086573838759.html
Watchdog Questions Govt’s Anti-Corruption Policy at Customs

Integrity Watch Afghanistan (IWA) on Wednesday strongly criticized the Afghan government’s anti-corruption policy, saying actions promised by the Afghan government to curb corruption have b

27 May 15:43 TOLO news 5578851438419433612.html
Conviction quashed in appeal case over judge’s ‘boring’ comment

Victoria's appeals court has quashed a murder conviction after a woman said a judge's comments about her "boring" lawyer caused a miscarriage of justice.

27 May 15:00 The New Daily 5848147786249782825.html
Source of infection for Australia’s youngest virus fatality a mystery

A 30-year-old Queensland man found dead by his partner in their home is Australia's latest and youngest coronavirus fatality.

27 May 15:16 The New Daily 5848147785578437622.html
Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong amid Chinese anthem law debate

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autono…

27 May 15:45 France 24 5635134570007385229.html
As politicians in DC condemn China for crackdowns on Hong Kong protests, US police use tear gas on demonstrators in Minneapolis

Tear gas — also known as CS gas — is considered a chemical weapon and is banned in warfare by most countries, including the US.

27 May 15:04 Business Insider 6060062400666055425.html
Watchdog Questions Govt’s Anti-Corruption Policy at Customs

Integrity Watch Afghanistan (IWA) on Wednesday strongly criticized the Afghan government’s anti-corruption policy, saying actions promised by the Afghan government to curb corruption have b

27 May 15:43 TOLO news 5578851437531254305.html
Jaylen Brown Calls Out Central Park ‘Karen’ For Blatant Racism (TWEET)

(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) With the recent uproar involving the recent death of Minneapolis man George Floyd at the…

27 May 15:30 Total Pro Sports 5536572205582509048.html
Trump vs Twitter: US President threatens to shut down social media

US News: Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to shut down social media after Twitter censured him mildly, adding a fact check notification to two of his tweet

27 May 15:35 The Times of India 6060938663428478562.html
Amid Fatal Nursing Home Fiasco, Cuomo to Meet Trump at the White House

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is in Washington D.C. Wednesday for a meeting with President Trump at the White House. They are expected to discuss infrastructure and New York's ongoing efforts to reopen as the Wuhan coronavirus pandemic begins to slow.

27 May 15:25 Townhall 6083908946736120343.html
Man who sexually touched strangers in street jailed for five years

A MAN who sexually touched four strangers in the street on Christmas Day has been sentenced to five years and three months in prison.

27 May 15:42 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774036523299.html
Worst attack in years: Locusts reach Jhansi, damage crops in Nagpur; Punjab too on alert

India News: After damaging crops in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, swarms of locusts entered Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi district Wednesday amid what is being described

27 May 15:27 The Times of India 6060938663207842922.html
France banned the use of hydroxychloroquine for treating the coronavirus a week after Trump said he was taking the drug

France reversed a March order that allowed the drug hydroxychloroquine to be used as a potential treatment for COVID-19.

27 May 15:02 Business Insider 6060062401371853878.html
Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Rest of World News: HONG KONG: Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds as th.

27 May 15:09 The Times of India 6060938663479174521.html
Disney, SeaWorld to open

SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to plans a city task force approved Wednesday.

27 May 15:27 Castanet 616068601753867639.html
Officers may jump to Surrey

The Vancouver Police Department is concerned about the “impending threat” of losing many of its officers and staff to the new Surrey municipal force, according to a member of the Vancouver Police Board.

27 May 15:34 Castanet 616068602790207944.html
Teen from High Point charged after alleged crime spree, shoot-out, and chase

A High Point teen and a juvenile have been charged after a crime spree involving break-ins to multiple vehicles and a chase with law enforcement, and a chase with one of the victims.

27 May 15:08 WBTV 6439870258125009074.html
Nepal delays discussion in Parliament to amend Constitution for updating map

Oli is seeking other parties' views on the issue and called the all-party meeting to forge national consensus.The Constitution amendment proposal was to be tabled in Parliament on Tuesday but it could not be done after Oli said that he wanted to hold an all-party meeting to discuss the matter

27 May 15:21 Livemint 6614605818242201766.html
Hamilton man, 25, in court over alleged rape of teenage girl near Bothwell Castle

A MAN has appeared in court in connection with the alleged rape of a teenage girl near Bothwell Castle in Lanarkshire. Craig Watson, 25, is alleged to have attacked the girl in woodlands near the b…

27 May 15:39 The Scottish Sun 6609127673575908174.html
Day 3 of domestic flights: Airports handle 354 departures till 5 pm, says Puri

Domestic services resumed on Monday after a gap of two months, and 428 flights were operated within the country that day.'Till 5pm on day 3 today, there have already been 354 departures & 288 arrivals with a total of 47,917 people at various airports,' said Puri

27 May 15:24 Livemint 6614605819103478269.html
176 stranded Pakistanis return from India

LAHORE: Another 176 Pakistani nationals stranded in India returned through the Wagah border on Wednesday.The border, which had been closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, was opened exclusively f

27 May 15:33 Pakistan Today 6621510369310999909.html
Covid-19: Maharashtra sees 2,190 fresh cases, record 105 deaths in last 24 hours

The death toll in the state increased to 1,897 after 105 more fatalities were reported in the state since Tuesday.So far, 17,918 Covid-19 positive patients have been cured in the state, said health minister Rajesh Tope

27 May 15:41 Livemint 6614605819060248489.html
R. Sreelekha, the first woman IPS officer in Kerala, set to be the State’s first woman DGP

Ms. Sreelekha, belonging to the 1987 batch, is the first woman officer to be elevated as a DGP.

27 May 15:19 The Hindu 6679535024348824081.html
Special train to Bihar departs from Tiruchi

TIRUCHI A Shramik special train with 839 passengers on board departed from the Tiruchi Railway Junction on Wednesday afternoon on a journey to Bihar. The train, arranged by the Southern Railway , woul

27 May 15:18 The Hindu 6679535024375811793.html
HSE exams resume with strict COVID-19 protocol

3,39,951 of 3,44,409 registered students turn up

27 May 15:58 The Hindu 6679535024361208143.html
More than half of national parks to reopen June 1 after COVID-19 closure

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia &

27 May 15:30 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245778959459.html
Isolation camps set up in colleges for returnees

With the number of returnees from other States and countries on the rise, several ‘isolation camps’ are being created in colleges in the district. The move comes following a directive from Collector S

27 May 15:34 The Hindu 6679535024387197696.html
Coronavirus lockdown | Standing Committee on Home Affairs to meet on June 3

Lockdown and movement of migrant workers likely to be taken up for discussion

27 May 15:20 The Hindu 6679535025537628279.html
Zara Abid attacked online after death in plane crash

Supermodel Zara Abid, who was presumed dead in a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) plane crash last week, was attacked by online trolls who condemned her profession and lifestyle soon after her de

27 May 15:41 Pakistan Today 6621510370384280797.html
Police register case against building owner and contractor after woman’s death

Tuesday’s rains claim the life of motorist who died when the branch of a tree fell on her

27 May 15:33 The Hindu 6679535024600337998.html
Analysis: TTD decision to sell unused and unviable properties attains political hue in Andhra Pradesh

Subramanian Swamy comes to the rescue of YSRCP. He says the sub-committee on the issue was constituted in 29 January, 2016 when the TDP was in power and the BJP was in alliance.

27 May 15:50 The Hindu 6679535024528123394.html
Trees the biggest casualty of pre-monsoon showers

The eight control rooms of the BBMP got the maximum complaints about tree and branch falls from Malleswaram

27 May 15:27 The Hindu 6679535026008388137.html
Number of people who have died in UK after testing positive for coronavirus hits 37,460

The death toll has increased by 412 in the last 24 hours according to the latest Department of Health figures

27 May 15:27 men 6694993428119845733.html
UK official coronavirus death toll jumps by 412 - almost double hospital fatalities

The tragic figure released by the Department of Health is nearly double the 209 fatalities earlier reported in UK hospitals by health authorities in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

27 May 15:07 mirror 675785261095813124.html
US says Russia sent advanced fighters to aid mercenaries in Libya

The US military accused Russia of deploying fighter aircraft to Libya "repainted to camouflage" their origin in support of mercenaries fighting for eastern-based commander Khalifa Haftar's forces.

27 May 15:23 Aljazeera 6642629763308844267.html
Dad's heartbreak as son, 12, takes his own life after struggling during lockdown

Brad Hunstable says his son Hayden died of coronavirus "but not in the way you think" after he struggled to cope without his friends and normal routine

27 May 15:14 mirror 675785261247216395.html
Developer given green light for plans to build 52 houses by brook

The plans for the new development in Bury were approved on Tuesday

27 May 15:06 men 6694993428829603145.html
Greater Manchester MP says Dominic Cummings stretched lockdown rules to 'the very limit' - and will call for him to be sacked if further revelations emerge

The first Tory to represent Heywood and Middleton refuses to judge the PM's top aide for 'wanting to protect his wife and young child', but says he does not agree with all the actions he took

27 May 15:27 men 6694993428029048586.html
Photos show 'huge' rave with 300 guests that ended in reported stabbing

Police in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, were called to a "rave" which attracted roughly 300 people on Monday night. Soon after people started to disperse, officers received reports of a stabbing, but have not identified a victim

27 May 15:14 mirror 675785260551469874.html
BBC says Emily Maitlis speech on Cummings 'did not meet impartiality standards'

Emily Maitlis opened the Newsnight show by saying the Prime Minister's chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, had "broken the rules" and "the country can see that, and it's shocked the Government cannot"

27 May 15:49 mirror 675785261340701776.html
Malls, hotels to open in Kyiv on May 30, subject to certain restrictions – Mayor Klitschko

Hotel restaurants will continue to operate in take-away and room service modes.

27 May 15:20 UNIAN 6863008970806631310.html
Cherkasy mayor goes to court seeking moral damage recovery from Zelensky

Earlier, President referred to him as "gangster".

27 May 15:00 UNIAN 6863008970574198647.html
Running of Dealgan House transferred back to service provider - Talk of the Town

Health Minister Simon Harris has confirmed the running of Dealgan House Nursing Home has been transferred back to the original service provider. The RCSI Hospital Group had been running the Toberona-based nursing home since April 17th after 22 Covid-19 deaths took place at the facility. They were due to continue the operational management of Dealgan...Read More→

27 May 15:24 Talk of the Town 6988606400217530258.html
Police arrested a Bay Area woman who they say posted racist notes on the homes of Asian Americans

The notes suggested that those not native to the US leave the country immediately.

27 May 15:17 Yahoo 7097669637172634266.html
Britain shuts embassy in North Korea after extreme lockdown

Britain has closed its embassy in the North Korean capital of Pyongyang and ordered its staff to leave the country. The surprise closure is linked to coronavirus-related restrictions in place since earlier this year, which the Foreign Office said had left it unable to "rotate our staff and sustain

27 May 15:22 Yahoo 7097669638405420270.html
As politicians in DC condemn China for crackdowns on Hong Kong protests, US police use tear gas on demonstrators in Minneapolis

Tear gas — also known as CS gas — is considered a chemical weapon and is banned in warfare by most countries, including the US.

27 May 15:04 Yahoo 7097669638813085438.html
Coronavirus: Punjab Govt to Decide on Lockdown Extension on May 30

Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh will hold a review meeting with the departments concerned on the overall coronavirus situation in the state on May 30 and then will announce the government's decision on lifting or further extending lockdown for a longer period.

27 May 15:48 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386083405329352.html
'It's outrageous': inside an infuriating Netflix series on Jeffrey Epstein

Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich synthesizes legal information with first-person testimony of the billionaire’s abuse and bought immunity into a shocking watchIt’s difficult to watch Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, a four-hour Netflix series on the now-deceased convicted sex offender without a choking sense

27 May 15:13 Yahoo 7097669637644259966.html
Paw-fect! Karnataka Police Gears up For Admission of 50 Dogs to Strengthen The Squad

Costing Rs 2.5 crore, a squad of 50 dogs will be inducted to strengthen the Karnataka Police force

27 May 15:07 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386083857833173.html
Mitt Romney calls out ‘vile’ Donald Trump murder accusations against ‘psycho’ Joe Scarborough

“Never Trumper” Mitt Romney stepped in to defend his friend and former Republican congressman Joe Scarborough on Wednesday after the president renewed his Twitter feud against the MSNBC host.The Utah senator called the accusations vile and baseless after Donald Trump escalated his campaign against “psycho

27 May 15:26 Yahoo 7097669638810435784.html
Shashank Manohar to Step Down as ICC Chairman After Current Term

An official release by the ICC also confirmed that the board has not taken a call on the process of the elections and the same will be discussed on Thursday.

27 May 15:23 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386084675792675.html
Venezuela's Maduro vows to raise gasoline price as Iranian tanker nears

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday pledged to begin charging citizens for gasoline, as the fourth cargo of a five-tanker flotilla bringing fuel from Iran approached the South American nation's exclusive economic zone. Iran is providing the country with up to 1.53 million barrels of

27 May 15:03 Yahoo 7097669638813546047.html
Hong Kong Protests United States China

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China, setting the stage for the U.S. to withdraw the former British colony’s preferential trade and financial status it has enjoyed since it reverted to Chinese

27 May 15:56 Yahoo 7097669638470426362.html
Fatah Officials Fear Israel is Working to Replace Abbas

PA officials believe that since Abbas is no longer cooperating with Israel, then Israel will try to replace him.

27 May 15:46 The Jewish Press 7246030800039977443.html
Meet the "Medicine Man" of Pune police

In an extraordinary humanitarian gesture during the lockdown period, which has crippled supplies of goods and services across the country, an officer from the Pune police rose to the occasion to deliver life saving medicines to two special children of a Solapur resident.

27 May 15:42 Pune Mirror 6353030399381201541.html
Government's public health message 'weakened' by handling of Dominic Cummings controversy, says Andy Burnham

But the mayor stopped short of joining calls for the special adviser's resignation

27 May 15:54 men 6694993428878530039.html
WATCH: Strut with Pride! Black Country family stage alternative parade in their street

A Black Country family have hosted their own LGBTQ Pride parade, after it was announced Birmingham Pride has been cancelled due to Covid-19.

27 May 15:10 Express & Star 7324224460757623435.html
‘Move on’: Johnson rejects call for Cummings inquiry amid rising Tory anger

But Boris Johnson said he understood the ‘pain and anxiety’ people felt as a result of the coronavirus lockdown.

27 May 15:34 Express & Star 7324224458951976940.html
House Republicans say votes taken in House under proxy plan 'cannot become law,' would be unconstitutional

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., Minority Whip Steve Scalese, R-La., and Republican Conference Chairwoman Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., lambasted the proxy voting plan during a press conference, along with a handful of other members. The House Republicans announced a lawsuit against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., on Tuesday over the proxy voting system's constitutionality. 

27 May 15:18 Fox News 7362823819529090912.html
Woman charged after theft of charity box cash at hospital

A woman has been arrested and charged following the theft of money from a charity box at a Midlands hospital.

27 May 15:46 Express & Star 7324224458945857646.html
Japanese man arrested in Kyoto anime arson after 10 months hospitalized with injuries

A man who Japanese police say set fire to a Kyoto anime studio last year, killing dozens of people, was finally arrested Wednesday after spending 10 months recovering from his own severe burns.

27 May 15:07 Fox News 7362823819738695017.html
US coronavirus death toll crosses 100,000 in harrowing milestone

The U.S. reached yet another harrowing milestone on Wednesday as the coronavirus death toll topped 100,000.

27 May 15:59 Fox News 7362823820215721505.html
PETA founder vows to close 'Tiger King' zoo after it reopens to the public

Ingrid Newkirk, the founder and president of PETA, is once again coming after the Greater Wynnewood Exotic Animal Park.

27 May 15:18 Fox News 7362823820312829011.html
Pompeo officially declares Hong Kong ‘no longer autonomous,’ slams China intervention

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday officially declared that Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, days after Beijing moved to impose new national security legislation on the territory.

27 May 15:48 Fox News 7362823820256402370.html
‘No amount of blackmail can stop us’ — senate panel vows to probe NDDC

The senate committee on Niger Delta affairs says no amount of intimidation and blackmail will stop it from probing the interim management committee (IMC) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

27 May 15:08 TheCable 7513571674353579854.html
Senegal to continue chloroquine virus treatment

Senegal will continue treating COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a senior health official said on Wednesday, despite recent evidence that the anti-malarial drug is harmful.

27 May 15:37 The Guardian 7580308504408129943.html
Central Bank reports €2.5bn profit for last year

The Central Bank is reporting a profit of over €2.5bn for last year – with just over €2bn o...

27 May 15:04 Newstalk 7635722258552095544.html
FG: We’ll release guidelines for reopening of schools

The federal government says it will roll out guidelines for the reopening of schools across the country. Boss Mustapha, chairman of the presidential task force on COVID-19, disclosed this during

27 May 15:34 TheCable 7513571674967703718.html
RCMP looking for witnesses after truck owner hit with bear spray

Comox Valley RCMP are looking for witnesses to an assault in Courtenay involving what appears to be bear spray.The incident began when the victim noticed a man inside his truck about 8:30 p.m. . . .

27 May 15:23 Times Colonist 7617512061229030333.html
Rouhani urges Iran lawmakers to ‘cooperate’ as parliament opens

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani urged lawmakers to "cooperate" with his government in a speech Wednesday during the inaugural session of the new parliament following a February election swept by conservatives.

27 May 15:45 The Guardian 7580308503933545105.html
Which European countries have opened their borders?

Want to make plans for the summer? Different countries across Europe are lifting their restrictions at different times. Here's what we currently know, country-by-country.

27 May 15:19 euronews 7318238121786624551.html
Himachal Pradesh BJP chief Rajeev Bindal quits on 'moral grounds', denies involvement in health scam

In his resignation letter sent to BJP president JP Nadda, Bindal said he was resigning to ensure a proper investigation into an alleged corruption case.

27 May 15:17 DNA India 7533428662084852073.html
New book claims Bill Clinton had an affair with Ghislaine Maxwell

Bill Clinton had an affair with British-born socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, who is accused of helping recruit underage victims for notorious pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, according to a blockbuster new

27 May 15:07 New York Post 7654946767800189484.html
S. Korea examines first suspected cases of syndrome in kids linked to COVID-19

Two children who are the first suspected cases in South Korea of a rare, life-threatening syndrome linked with the new coronavirus, are recovering following treatment, health authorities said on Wednesday.

27 May 15:45 The Jakarta Post 7678601102393635188.html
India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

The hot spell is projected to scorch northern India for several more days, the Meteorological Department said late Tuesday, "with severe heat wave conditions in isolated pockets".

27 May 15:25 The Jakarta Post 7678601102528333473.html
NYC hospitals chief caught on camera getting dressed just before briefing

Maybe he hit snooze. The city’s hospitals chief was caught on live video rushing to put a shirt on Wednesday — 20 minutes after the mayor’s daily press briefing was scheduled to begin

27 May 15:55 New York Post 7654946768902132398.html
Tulsi Gabbard drops defamation suit against Hillary Clinton

Former presidential contender Tulsi Gabbard dropped her defamation lawsuit against Hillary Clinton on Wednesday, saying the COVID-19 pandemic and 2020 presidential election are more important than her

27 May 15:49 New York Post 7654946768920436380.html
Pentagon draws up plans to pull US troops out of Afghanistan by election

President Trump will be briefed by senior Pentagon officials in the coming days on plans for pulling all US troops out of Afghanistan by the November election, according to multiple reports. The

27 May 15:17 New York Post 7654946768299109718.html
Most Indonesians dissatisfied with administration's COVID-19 response, survey finds

A public opinion poll has found that most Indonesians are dissatisfied with the way President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo's administration is handling the COVID-19 outbreak.

27 May 15:03 The Jakarta Post 7678601103231795526.html
Boy, 15, arrested after Broadgreen Hospital receives email threat

The ECHO understands staff were told to stay on their wards and not leave the hospital during the incident

27 May 15:34 Liverpool Echo 7727211173679692098.html
China's top political advisory body starts closing meeting of annual session

The third session of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body, started its closing meeting on Wednesday.

27 May 15:08 Global Times 7829414521537492883.html
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong.

27 May 15:12 Bdnews24 8119004128907748454.html
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany Blasts Vote-by-Mail But Has Voted by Mail at Least 11 Times

White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany has defended President Donald Trump's increasing attacks on vote-by-mail in recent days. Over the past decade, however, McEnany has personally voted by mail in Florida at least 11 times. According to an investigation of voter records by the Tampa Bay Times, McEnany has voted by mail in every election since 2010.

27 May 15:22 Law & Crime 7990899037339662838.html
Two coronavirus-related deaths reported in North

Number of fines for breaches of social distancing guidelines drops by 90%

27 May 15:52 The Irish Times 8204772967937129630.html
Trump to announce Hong Kong response this week

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States was working on a strong response to China’s planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

27 May 15:16 Bdnews24 8119004129188034711.html
Recent cases of persecution set back LGBT rights advocacy

At a time when members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community should be able to celebrate their existence without fear of reprisal, two recent cases of persecution have laid bare the cruel reality people in the community still face in Indonesia, rights advocates have said.

27 May 15:36 The Jakarta Post 7678601102289590140.html
'Terrace House Tokyo' canceled following Hana Kimura's death

May 27 (UPI) -- Terrace House Tokyo, the newest season of Japanese reality series Terrace House, has been canceled following the death of cast member and professional wrestler Hana Kimura.

27 May 15:12 UPI 8257973865378495215.html
Examinership case hears of 14 'credible' expressions of interest in firm behind Joe.ie

An examiner has been appointed by the High Court to come up with a survival plan for a digital media company behind Joe.ie.

27 May 15:27 Irishexaminer 8196011178456631943.html
Lawmakers urge Trump to cancel 'Salute to America' on July 4

May 27 (UPI) -- A group of U.S. lawmakers have urged the Trump administration to drop plans for another "Salute to America" celebration in Washington, D.C., on the Fourth of July this year, saying it would be impossible to stage safely.

27 May 15:38 UPI 8257973865711672141.html
Fake Salesman Gets Decades of Prison Time for Sexually Assaulting Woman Who Had an Intellectual Disability

Benjamen Gilbert, 37, may well spend the rest of his life in prison unless he gets paroled. Gilbert was sentenced on Tuesday to 40 years behind bars after he was convicted of sexually assaulting a woman who had an intellectual disability.

27 May 15:35 Law & Crime 7990899038405781390.html
Disney World proposes mid-July reopening dates

The company proposed reopening Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Park on July 11.

27 May 15:32 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010439689416992.html
LAPD cracking down on rowdy house parties plaguing Hollywood Hills as bars, clubs remain closed

With bars and clubs closed, the Los Angeles Police Department says the Hollywood Hills have become a hotbed for noisy house parties.

27 May 15:55 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010441321297582.html
Harborne woman in court after £400 charity box theft at Queen Elizabeth Hospital

West Midlands Police says it has charged Emma Andrews, of Leehurst Crescent, who will appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court

27 May 15:54 birminghammail 8288260685756640657.html
As politicians in DC condemn China for crackdowns on Hong Kong protests, US police use tear gas on demonstrators in Minneapolis

Police in Hong Kong and Minneapolis, Minnesota, had something in common this week. They both used tear gas on protesters.

27 May 15:04 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883481727745.html
France banned the use of hydroxychloroquine for treating the coronavirus a week after Trump said he was taking the drug

The French government on Wednesday banned the use of hydroxychloroquine for the treatment of COVID-19, reversing a previous order from March that allowed the anti-malarial drug to be used as an experimental treatment for the disease caused by the new coronavirus.

27 May 15:02 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046884187526198.html
Steve Bannon wins case to set up Italy political academy

ROME (Reuters) - Steve Bannon, the former adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy’s culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political academy.

27 May 15:07 Reuters 8334514180016546220.html
French restaurants set empty tables in appeal for lockdown help

PARIS (Reuters) - Restaurants, bars and hotels across France set empty tables and draped chef’s aprons outside on Wednesday to protest against continuing lockdown restrictions and demand more state aid.

27 May 15:40 Reuters 8334514180496941926.html
Poland's ruling party sees June 28 as deadline for presidential vote

WARSAW (Reuters) - The last possible date that Poland could hold a presidential election on is June 28, the leader of the ruling nationalist Law and Justice (PiS) party said on Wednesday, amid deepening conflict surrounding the timing of the vote.

27 May 15:06 Reuters 8334514179794974787.html
Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged

The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.

27 May 15:20 Fox 4 8372747776922028848.html
Police: Fort Leavenworth soldier stops active shooter on bridge

Leavenworth Police Chief Pat Kitchens says an active-duty solider at Fort Leavenworth helped stop an active shooter Wednesday on the Centennial Bridge over the Missouri River.

27 May 15:34 Fox 4 8372747776729338068.html
Loose Women hosts Janet Street-Porter and Saira Khan row over Dominic Cummings scandal

It's got people "hot under the collar"

27 May 15:33 Entertainment Daily 8392972517664493674.html
Iran changes tack in Iraqi politics after mastermind's assassination

BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Two diplomats are quietly leading Iran’s push to influence politics in Iraq, in a departure from the more blunt enforcement employed by Qassem Soleimani, a top commander slain in a U.S. air strike.

27 May 15:20 Reuters 8334514181274421125.html
Hima Das, Neeraj Chopra resume outdoor training at Sports Authority of India centre in Patiala

The training took place in strict compliance with the health guidelines of the government and the Standard Operating Procedure unveiled last week.

27 May 15:41 Scroll.in 8669301693983018653.html
Kejriwal is asking the People of Delhi to get Treated in Private Hospitals: Manoj Tiwari -

BJP President and MP Manoj Tiwari have accused Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of cheating the people of Delhi. He

27 May 15:38 News Hunt Media 8859517517995852874.html
Kadaga speaks out on return of Eddy Kenzo

Speaker Kadaga has also asked that the curfew issue be discussed by relevant authorities.

27 May 15:37 New Vision 9103146372140885403.html
South Korea 'comfort women' activist group battles to survive amid scandal

The South Korean organization that first raised the issue of "comfort women" is defending its activities as counter-protests grow.

27 May 15:00 UPI 8257973864760802630.html
Court hears 14 ‘credible’ expressions of interest in Joe.ie company

Examiner appointed to Maximum Media Network

27 May 15:17 The Irish Times 8204772967387645408.html
Police: 2 officers shot, woman found dead in North Dakota

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) — Two law enforcement officers and a suspect were shot and a woman was found dead at an apartment in a North Dakota city, police said...

27 May 15:33 The Seattle Times 9121942837081043164.html
India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pakistan PM Khan

Khan further alleged that India had 'illegally annexed' Kashmir and dubbed it as 'a war crime'.

27 May 15:11 The Hans India 817019415680107084.html
Inquiry into Russia probe carries political consequences

Attorney General William Barr says he doesn’t expect a criminal inquiry into the origins of the Russia investigation to target former President Barack Obama or Joe Biden, President Donald Trump’s presumed Democratic opponent this summer.

27 May 15:02 KNOE 8 News 9048639192855434425.html
Safe Sex: New Rules Poised to Help End the Swiss Brothels' Covid-19 Lockdown

Along with suggesting sex positions which allow for a maximum distance between faces during intercourse, the new rules also include a 15-minute time limit on a client's...

27 May 15:23 Sputniknews 967333867884805566.html
Harvey Weinstein 'sexually assaulted girl in Jeffrey Epstein's apartment'

The new allegations came out in the new documentary.

27 May 15:47 Metro 970161747489912811.html
'Animal abuser, 18, set kitten's face on fire with blow torch'

William Carr is said to have set the baby animal ablaze after arguing with its owner while on a house painting job

27 May 15:21 Metro 970161747924036876.html
Lost hikers found alive 18 days after vanishing in foggy forest

The hikers got lost in a forest covered in fog, but were miraculously found alive 18 days later with only minor injuries.

27 May 15:32 Metro 970161747825451698.html
Teen got friend to hit him with a frying pan to make car theft look real

Alex Hobbs flipped his Ford Fiesta but made a false report to police, claiming he had been assaulted and had his car stolen.

27 May 15:05 Metro 970161748388944301.html
Co Down father and son charged with offences arising from drugs raid handed suspended sentences

A Co Down father and son charged with offences arising from a drugs raid have been handed suspended sentences.

27 May 15:32 The Irish News 993065161900255.html
New lockdown plans 'to be announced tomorrow'

It is likely to give the all-clear for schools to begin reopening next week.

27 May 15:30 Metro 970161748432257793.html
Trump threatens Twitter over fact checks: What’s next?

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Twitter has taken the unprecedented step of adding fact-check warnings to two of President Donald Trump’s tweets that falsely called mail-in ballots “substantially fraudulent” and predicted...

27 May 15:20 The Seattle Times 9121942838360175856.html
Under-trial found hanging in cell at Taloja jail

An under-trial was found hanging in his prison cell at the Taloja jail early on Wednesday morning in what appears to be a suicide.

27 May 16:48 Mumbai Mirror 1209961192742565214.html
43-year-old woman sanitation worker found dead in lift at St Georges Hospital

The body of a 43-year-old woman sanitation staffer at the St George's Hospital near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Railway Terminus was found in a lift at the hospital under mysterious circumstances on Wednesday morning.

27 May 16:00 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191778010424.html
Himachal BJP Chief resigns amidst alleged corruption in health department

Bindal said some people were pointing fingers at BJP indirectly after the Director, Health Services was arrested by Anti Corruption and Vigilance Bureau

27 May 16:30 The Statesman 1191309780988949744.html
Girl, 11, plunges 200ft and breaks her back after falling through a gap on a glass walkway in a Chinese park

The 11-year-old dropped to the ground after her safety harness 'fell off', Chinese authorities said. The walkway comprises of dozens of see-through panes with gaps in between.

27 May 16:14 Mail Online 124328111033904862.html
Maharashtra COVID-19 Tracker: Maharashtra reports over 2,000 new Covid-19 cases; state tally climbs to 56,948

Maharashtra reported a spike of 2,190 COVID-19 new cases and 105 deaths on Wednesday . With this, the state has recorded 56,948 cases and 1,897 deaths so far.

27 May 16:44 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191846482409.html
Paragliders collide at 4,757ft and plummet into trees leaving one dangling by his harness in terrifying footage

Sebastien Watier, 31, found himself hurtling towards the ground from the height of 4757ft with a tangled parachute after hitting a female paraglider above Aiguebelette Lake, Savoie, France.

27 May 16:54 Mail Online 124328110707175986.html
US troop strength in Afghanistan down to close to 8,600 ahead of schedule: sources

A key provis­ion of agreem­ent with Taliba­n involv­ed a US commit­ment to reduce its milita­ry footpr­int in Afghan­istan

27 May 16:51 The Express Tribune 1105816787159328896.html
COVID-19: Here are the highlights of May 27

Maharashtra continues to be the worst affected state in the country and the current count of COVID-19 patients in Maharashtra is 56,948, after 2,190 patients were identified as positive on Wednesday.

27 May 16:14 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191510228359.html
Major relief for class 10 and 12 students, can appear for pending CBSE exams from home districts

Pokhriyal said that these students will not be required to travel back and the CBSE will announce the modalities of registrations for such requests.

27 May 16:41 The Statesman 1191309781508827697.html
Muslim father ‘burns his daughter after she converted from Islam to Christianity in Uganda', religious watchdog claims

Rahema Kyomuhendo will spend at least a month at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital amid claims her father Sheikh Hussein Byaruhanga Husain badly burned her. Pictured, her injuries.

27 May 16:16 Mail Online 124328111591173984.html
‘Overall Stable and Controllable’: China On LAC Situation

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is

27 May 16:23 Kashmir Observer 1268422870240554366.html
IRCTC special train tickets: Booking & cancellation of train tickets possible at post offices too!

The train ticket booking or cancellation facility for IRCTC special trains is also available at Indian Railways' computerized Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counters in railway premises or reservation centers as well as Common Service Centers (CSC).

27 May 16:20 The Financial Express 1288289579493672757.html
Barman, 23, jumped to his death from rooftop car park months before birth of his child after suffering paranoid delusions

Oliver Dinsdale was found at the bottom of a fourth floor car park in Woking. The inquest heard he'd been acting oddly in the weeks leading to his death.

27 May 16:41 Mail Online 124328112029361348.html
North Korea's founder Kim Il Sung did not have the ability to teleport, state media finally admits

The late Kim ruled from 1948 to 1994 and is still revered as North Korea's 'eternal president' but 'shrinking the earth' to travel in an instant was not among his skills, an article said.

27 May 16:09 Mail Online 124328111907621829.html
Maharashtra crisis: CM Uddhav Thackeray meets allies as speculation mounts over MVA government’s stability

Maharashtra politics: The MVA government comprises Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress. It is headed by Uddhav who severed ties with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after 35 years following squabbles over the CM's chair last November.

27 May 16:31 The Financial Express 1288289581341095013.html
COVID-19: ICU beds in Delhi’s private hospitals filling fast, less crunch at govt hospitals

The Delhi government recently directed 117 nursing homes and private hospitals to set aside 20 per cent of their current strength for Covid-19 patients to add to their bed size.

27 May 16:23 The Financial Express 1288289581132851256.html
Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time

The move, which almost immediately heightened tensions between Trump and the social media giant, came in the form of a label under two of the president’s tweets, which claimed that mail-in voter ballots are subject to extreme fraud

27 May 16:18 The Eagle Online 1463511649074510174.html
Tanzanian president accused of covering up Covid-19 outbreak

John Magufuli has repeatedly played down the threat from the pandemic

27 May 16:43 the Guardian 1491978794802558521.html
Brazil's Troyjo to be new head of BRICS bank; SBI's Anil Kishora vice-prez

The decisions were made on Wednesday at a special meeting of the Board of Governors in accordance with the Articles of Agreement of the NDB and its procedures, a press release from the bank said

27 May 16:35 Business-Standard 1502508925326442805.html
Torrent, Lanco among private gencos not paid by Madhya Pradesh Power Co

This move by MP govt comes after the union power ministry had clarified electricity generation is an essential service and no state can invoke force majeure to defer payments

27 May 16:24 Business-Standard 1502508926278642231.html
Estimated $10,000 damage to residence on North Taylor after fire Wednesday

The Amarillo Fire Department has estimated a fire caused $10,000 in damages to a home on North Taylor this afternoon.

27 May 16:46 NewsChannel 10 1537185525368577951.html
How can any scientists stand by this government now?

The Cummings saga has made it plain that scientific advisers are shielding the government’s collapsing reputation on coronavirus, says Lancet editor Richard Horton

27 May 16:03 the Guardian 1491978795823474652.html
Worst attack in years: Locusts reach Jhansi, Maharashtra; Punjab on alert

According to the Union agriculture ministry, 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 in Madhya Pradesh, two in Gujarat and one in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now

27 May 16:48 Business-Standard 1502508926388325292.html
Gabrielle Union ‘Trusts’ Julianne Hough Has Learned A ‘Lesson’ After Doing Blackface In The Past

Gabrielle Union spoke to Variety about Julianne Hough's 2013 blackface incident, hoping that the former 'AGT' judge 'learned her lesson.'

27 May 16:30 Hollywood Life 1852895045540421299.html
Republicans Sue to Block Remote Voting in House

House Republicans are suing to block Democrats from relying on remote proxy voting during the Covid-19 pandemic, claiming the historic change is a power play by Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

27 May 16:42 Courthouse News Service 1799505149542211535.html
Locusts swarm UP and Maharashtra; Govt steps up control operations, drones to be deployed soon

About 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now, the ministry said in a statement. It has been controlled in 47,308 hectare areas so far in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh, it said.

27 May 16:55 Oneindia 2023829371036395033.html
Arrest JD(U) MLA whose kin killed RJD leader’s parents: Tejashwi Yadav

Former Deputy Chief Minister and leader of the Opposition, Tejashwi Yadav, has issued an ultimatum to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to arrest the JD (U) MLA whose kin allegedly shot dead an RJD

27 May 16:47 Deccan Herald 2027555796546040677.html
Why can't private hospitals treat COVID-19 patients for free? SC asks Centre

 The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the Centre as to why the private hospitals, given land free of cost, couldn't treat COVID-19 patients for free. A bench of Chief Justice S A Bobde and Justices A

27 May 16:17 Deccan Herald 2027555796999319012.html
Tragedy of migrant crisis in India revealed in disturbing video of child trying to wake up dead mother at railway station in Bihar

A toddler's vain attempt to wake up his dead mother from eternal sleep on a railway platform in Bihar's Muzaffarpur on Wednesday presented the most poignant picture of the massive migrant tragedy

27 May 16:21 Deccan Herald 2027555797137065138.html
COVID-19: Ondo lifts ban on religious gatherings

Ondo state Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, has lifted the ban on religious gathering which was put in place to curb the spread of coronavirus in the state. Rotimi Akeredolu made this known at a press briefing earlier

27 May 16:30 LailasNews.com 2090029851082412634.html
COVID-19 crisis: IT employees union writes to CM over lay-offs

National Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) in the letter written to CM on Tuesday said several IT/ITeS/BPO/KPO companies across Maharashtra have started terminating services of their employees without any reasonable cause and withholding or deducting their salaries.

27 May 16:25 The Financial Express 1288289580868341312.html
“They should be charged with murder” – George Floyd’s sister says firing officers not enough

The sister of George Floyd, who died after a Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee onto his neck for at least eight minutes, said firing the officers involved is not enough, calling for them to

27 May 16:59 LailasNews.com 2090029851044328552.html
30,000 weddings cancelled in Guj amid COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown has severely hit the wedding industry in Gujarat, which has witnessed approximately 30,000 cancellations and postponements in the last two months. At

27 May 16:44 Deccan Herald 2027555797223484864.html
Chhattisgarh: Maoists release Minpa encounter video, show weapons looted from slain jawans

The March 21 attack was one of the deadliest by Maoists on security personnel in recent times.

27 May 16:55 The Asian Age 2126266544985675627.html
Andrea Bocelli calls his Covid-19 experience a 'nightmare'

Rome – Renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli said Tuesday he had caught the novel coronavirus but was now recovered, describing the experience as “a nightmare”. Bocelli, who has been blind since age 12, raised spirits in Italy during the pandemic, which has killed...

27 May 16:50 thenewpaper 2217039561660834999.html
New Zealand discharges its last coronavirus patient from the hospital

New Zealand has discharged the last case of coronavirus in the country and recorded no new cases of COVID-19 for five days consecutively, ministry of health officials announced on Wednesday. The last coronavirus (COVID-19) patient to

27 May 16:23 LailasNews.com 2090029849167413219.html
Hypocrisy gone viral? Officials set bad COVID-19 examples

Leaders from the US, France, Mexico bend safety rules they drafted during the pandemic

27 May 16:17 Gulf News 2086521545292183937.html
Pompeo: China has taken Hong Kong’s autonomy away

‘No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground,’ said the US secretary of state.

27 May 16:53 POLITICO 2584151346545928223.html
Boris Johnson announces test and trace plan for England

Local authorities will be expected to help suppress COVID-19 flare-ups.

27 May 16:30 POLITICO 2584151346600971873.html
White House letter doesn't explain why Trump fired watchdogs

U.S. President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, the White House has told Congress, but the administration offered no new details about why the internal watchdogs were let go.

27 May 16:09 CTVNews 2422791599095147025.html
Senate refutes allegations on padding of 2019 budget of NDDC

Chairman, Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs, Sen. Peter Nwaoboshi (PDP-Delta) on Wednesday, denied the alleged padding..

27 May 16:18 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900335012189.html
Fayemi installs new Oore of Otun amidst controversy

Despite the controversy among the royal families in Otun-Ekiti, the headquarters of Moba Council Area of Ekiti State, Governor Kayode Fayemi...

27 May 16:14 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900364213381.html
Zimbabwe Coronavirus Cases Skyrocket To 132 Following 76 New Cases| BREAKING

Zimbabwe Coronavirus Cases Skyrocket in a rather alarming development. Of the 76 new cases recorded todaywere returness from neighbouring countries

27 May 16:15 iHarare News 2755902707892609022.html
UPDATED: Mother who 'drowned baby' remanded at LASUTH

An Igbosere Magistrates' Court in Lagos yesterday sent for psychiatric evaluation a nursing mother, Oluwafunmilayo Adisa, suspected of killing her baby.

27 May 16:47 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900220786457.html
Edo Guber: I'm in the race to develop Edo, serve my people - Ize-Iyamu

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Edo State, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu on Wednesday said his ambition to govern...

27 May 16:02 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901879450608.html
Why China’s proposal for national security law is fueling protests in Hong Kong

At present China can't legally introduce laws in Hong Kong as per the Basic Law, but the national security bill seeks to allow Beijing to compel Hong Kong's government to enact laws. The new law will bypass the local legislature and ensure greater Chinese control on the island.

27 May 16:25 The Indian Express 2885715104683547310.html
Woman booked for cheating migrants on assurance of arranging train travel passes

Police said on May 22, the woman had allegedly accepted Rs. 1,000 each from five migrant workers who are all stranded in Pune but want to travel to their home state of UP and had assured to fill their forms and get them passes for travelling to UP by train.

27 May 16:10 The Indian Express 2885715104076777312.html
Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has ‘decelerated’ pace of COVID-19 spread

A total of 6,387 new cases of coronavirus infection and 170 deaths were reported in a 24-hour span till Wednesday 8 AM, according to ministry's data.

27 May 16:41 The Indian Express 2885715104170386437.html
NSAC approves UFC on ESPN 9 and UFC 250 for UFC APEX, approves new COVID-19 protocols

The UFC has a green light to resume business in its backyard.

27 May 16:46 MMA FIGHTING 2898528045243479420.html
Romney to Trump: Stop 'Vile, Baseless' Accusations Against Scarborough

Mitt Romney urged President Donald Trump to cease pushing the conspiracy theory that Joe Scarborough murdered his one-time aide.

27 May 16:21 Breitbart 3148363491118761188.html
For Covid patients: Ahmedabad’s VS Hospital board members seek HC help to use health facility to full strength

The hospital’s request comes at a time when several private hospitals have refused to come on board to treat Covid patients or continue to negotiate with the AMC on the treatment charges.

27 May 16:34 The Indian Express 2885715103875683272.html
Watch: Ernst's Campaign Exposes Greenfield's Anti-Corporate PAC Hypocrisy

Joni Ernt's campaign released a video on Wednesday exposing Iowa Senate Democrat Theresa Greenfield's anti-corporate donation hypocrisy.

27 May 16:22 Breitbart 3148363491516135578.html
Union Pres.: Baltimore Mayor More Upset by Trump Visit than 10 Murders

Mike Mancuso, president of the Fraternal Order of Police for Baltimore City Lodge No. 3, claims Baltimore Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young (D) was more upset over President Trump's Memorial Day visit than over the 10 individuals killed in the city over weekend.

27 May 16:46 Breitbart 3148363492453741182.html
'You didn't panic about anything!': CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin and Joe Kernen clashed on live TV over the severity of the coronavirus pandemic

CNBC hosts Andrew Ross Sorkin and Joe Kernen fiercely clashed on Wednesday morning over the severity of the coronavirus pandemic, which has kill...

27 May 16:06 Business Insider 3364799148367636026.html
Heroin worth more than £8.5m found in fruit and nuts consignment at Heathrow

Two men, aged 36 and 51, were arrested near Bradford on suspicion of importing class A drugs the following day.

27 May 16:38 Shropshire Star 3480199991257222609.html
Stormont should ask Government for Brexit extension, says Mallon

The Infrastructure minister said the last thing Northern Ireland needed was a ‘cliff edge’ departure from the transition arrangements.

27 May 16:28 Shropshire Star 3480199991406013962.html
No post mortems yet after two men found dead at Bridgnorth caravan park

Two men who died following an incident at a Bridgnorth caravan park have not yet been formally identified.

27 May 16:15 Shropshire Star 3480199992558699347.html
Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.

27 May 16:20 Shropshire Star 3480199992709989683.html
Stormont infrastructure minister joins calls for Cummings to go

Nichola Mallon said the recent actions by the Prime Minister’s top adviser have ’caused great anger’.

27 May 16:20 Shropshire Star 3480199992602488050.html
Covid-hit hospital trust pays lasting tribute to lost colleagues

Walsall Manor Hospital opened a permanent memorial to those who died including staff nurse Areema Nasreen.

27 May 16:32 Shropshire Star 3480199993276775416.html
Fox's Napolitano to Trump: First Amendment 'does not regulate Twitter'

Fox News legal analyst Andrew Napolitano said Wednesday that President Trump faces an uphill battle with his threat to regulate social media platforms like Twitter.

27 May 16:57 TheHill 355432919525774760.html
DSS arrests kidnapper of Kano Islamic scholar’s grandson

Tukur Muntari, Kano Operatives of the Department of State Security in Kano State have apprehended the Kidnapper of the famous Islamic Scholar, Dahiru Bauchi’s three-year-old grandson. They ha...

27 May 16:52 Punch Newspapers 3524240994506388105.html
Lake of the Ozarks business owner defends actions after pool parties

The owner of a business that hosted crowded pool parties over the Memorial Day weekend at Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks says no laws were broken and safety measures were in place to protect against the spread of the coronavirus.

27 May 16:05 Coronavirus 2422791598909104136.html
Tropical Storm Bertha forms, hits South Carolina coast | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

MIAMI >> Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall on South Carolina’s coast today morning shortly after it formed, becoming the second named storm before the official start of this year’s Atlantic hurricane season.

27 May 16:00 Star-Advertiser 3439335388997540644.html
Kellyanne Conway: Trump's Twitter fact checks done by 'people who attack him all day long'

White House counselor Kellyanne Conway said Wednesday that President Trump’s Twitter fact checks are conducted by the same “people who attack him all day long.”

27 May 16:04 TheHill 355432919538742385.html
Cheney says Trump should stop tweeting Scarborough conspiracy

House Republican Conference Chairwoman Liz Cheney (Wyo.) said Wednesday that President Trump should stop tweeting an unsubstantiated conspiracy theory about “Morning Joe” host Joe Scarborough.

27 May 16:36 TheHill 355432918183824412.html
School reopening: FG considers morning, afternoon classes

Kayode Oyero The Federal Government says it is thinking of sectionalising classes for primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions in the country ahead of school reopening amid the coronavirus ...

27 May 16:32 Punch Newspapers 3524240995980512851.html
Reopening of schools: Maimane working with Mpofu on court challenge to keep schools closed

The founder of the One South Africa movement, former Democratic Alliance leader Mmusi Maimane, has announced plans to mount a legal challenge to the reopening of schools.

27 May 16:34 News24 3752801377269385251.html
Lockdown Level 3: Mthembu says briefing delays are to allow for new church regulations

Minister Jackson Mthembu has explained the resons behind the continued delays in media briefings on lockdown Level 3.

27 May 16:35 News24 3752801378426010362.html
Budget padding allegation: House of Reps accuse NDDC of deceiving Nigerians

The House of Representatives denied allegations that it is against the ongoing forensic audit of the commission, stressing that it is untrue and misleading.

27 May 16:27 Legit 3764253649924494181.html
Officers assist woman giving birth at police station

On Tuesday, a pregnant woman accompanied her husband to a police station when she suddenly went into labour. SAPS officers at the station helped her give birth.

27 May 16:40 Legit 3764253650226092200.html
Arunma Oteh defends Adesina over allegations of fraud at AfDB

US treasury secretary, Mr. Steven Mnuchin, rejected plans by AfDB's board to end the investigation against Akin Adesina and called for an independent probe.

27 May 16:28 Legit 3764253650011447755.html
Suspicions soar as FCTA introduces other phases of palliatives in Abuja

Say No campaign, through its anti-corruption structures, have been monitoring the process of distribution in the FCT, Abuja for transparency and accountability.

27 May 16:22 Legit 3764253651050927414.html
'Move on': Johnson tries to bury fracas over adviser's lockdown breach

The British PM stands by Dominic Cummings, telling MPs that sorting out the pandemic is more important than 'party political points'.

27 May 16:41 Australian Financial Review 3974284488342867679.html
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

Disney World's reopening plan was approved Wednesday by Orange County, Fla. officials, clearing a hurdle to inviting people back in July.

27 May 16:01 WVLT 4089046911326214693.html
Salary deduction: Kano NLC gives Ganduje two weeks ultimatum or face strike action

The Kano State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC has on Wednesday given a two weeks ultimatum to Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje

27 May 16:06 Vanguard News 4125100338975272843.html
SANDF probe clears soldiers of killing Collins Khosa, saying he was only ‘pushed and clapped’

The police investigation into Khosa's death continues, and the soldiers implicated 'have been ordered not to report for duty' until the criminal probe has been concluded.

27 May 16:03 The Citizen 410802300998552166.html
Adesina hits back over graft accusations, vows to continue working

The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption.

27 May 16:12 Vanguard News 4125100339305248559.html
George Floyd: Protest in US over police ‘killing’ of  black man

Thousands of protesters demanding justice for 46-year-old George Floyd, a black man who died after a white Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck, gathered at the intersection where Floyd was...

27 May 16:38 Punch Newspapers 3524240995722323645.html
Bayelsa Deputy Governor asks tribunal to dismiss NYSC certificate forgery case against him

ABUJA---The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has asked the state governorship election tribunal sitting

27 May 16:23 Vanguard News 4125100340530829704.html
The death of Justice Nabaruma and other matters

He was the chairman of the tribunal which ruled that INEC declaration of Dr. Chris Ngige as governor of Anambra State in 2003, was wrong.

27 May 16:48 Vanguard News 4125100339329016961.html
Ortom threatens to sanction more traditional rulers over criminal, communal crisis

Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue state has threatened to sanction more traditional rulers in the state caught harbouring criminals in...

27 May 16:35 Vanguard News 4125100340426331668.html
Breaking: No more evacuation of stranded Nigerians abroad for now — FG

Federal Government has on Wednesday said that it has stopped evacuating stranded Nigerians abroad. Giving Geoffrey Onyeama,

27 May 16:49 Vanguard News 4125100340726185973.html
Pompeo: 'Hong Kong does not continue to warrant' special US treatment amid China crackdown

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo took a milestone step toward stripping Hong Kong of the special status that for decades has governed economic relations with the United States, citing Chinese encroachments on the territory.

27 May 16:22 Washington Examiner 4625792332839389670.html
Somebody appears to break wind during Joe Biden campaign stream

Joe Biden might need some Pepto-Bismol next time he goes on camera.

27 May 16:46 Washington Examiner 4625792331796839969.html
Where Things Stand: Not All Fall In Line Behind The Next Great Political Divide

If President Trump had his way, mask-wearing would play a crucial role in whatever us-versus-them narrative he attempts to spin for...

27 May 16:55 Talking Points Memo 4598529367120769119.html
Boy, 15, acquitted of killing Tyrone Hayman with knife in Bristol

A unanimous jury acquitted the boy of both murder and manslaughter

27 May 16:25 BristolLive 4740742017210136330.html
'Suicides, snakebites, electrocution': Chhattisgarh lists reasons for Covid-19 patients' death

The state, which sees spurt in cases for the last 5 days, says it has 'zero Covid-19 casualty'.

27 May 16:27 The New Indian Express 4718288654677542945.html
Furor in US after black man dies as white policeman kneels on neck

A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.

27 May 16:45 manilastandard.net 4715274784215218852.html
Two Passengers Found Dead In Shramik Special Train That Reached Varanasi From Mumbai

The Government Railway Police took the bodies in its possession and sent them for autopsy to the railway hospital.

27 May 16:48 Swarajya 4977622829124710515.html
Global Covid-19 Cases Rise To Over 56 Lakh, Death Toll Crosses 3.5 Lakh Mark

The total number of people that have recovered from the disease has also increased to over 23 lakh.

27 May 16:48 Swarajya 4977622829792615309.html
Top Court Junks Plea Against Middle-Seat Occupancy In Air India Flights

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a pilot's plea seeking modification of its order which allowed Air India to fill the middle seats while operating its non-scheduled flights to bring back Indians stranded abroad up to June 6.

27 May 16:33 NDTV.com 5090057681631628658.html
Putin pushes war history and patriotism in schools as he continues his campaign to militarize Russian youth, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - captionA boy with a machine gun during celebrations marking Day of the Russian Airborne Troops, on August 2, 2019.sourceRoman PimenovTASS via Getty Images Last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin submitted…. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 16:05 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756630671793.html
Eddie Kenzo petitions Parliament for evacuation from Ivory Coast

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Singer Edirisa Musuuza also known as Eddie Kenzo has petitioned Parliament seeking government’s intervention to have him evacuated from Ivory Coast. Kenzo has been held up for the last two months due to the closure of borders occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic. Kenzo left the country for business in …

27 May 16:50 The Independent Uganda: 5099025989561074506.html
Three more fines issued to COVID-19 rule breakers

All were handed out at homes in Waterloo

27 May 16:01 KitchenerToday.com 52741009444820064.html
Germany to extend contact restrictions untill June 29

The German federal government and the 16 states have agreed in principle to keep coronavirus contact restrictions in place until June 29, the Federal Press Office announced Tuesday night

27 May 16:05 Times of Oman 5168079155157139550.html
PA Accuses Israel of Shutting Down Cave of Patriarchs While Palestinians Defy PA by Rioting in Streets

The Palestinian Authority accuses Israel of infringing on freedom of worship following Health Ministry restrictions imposed on all faiths at the Cave of the Patriarchs.

27 May 16:51 Breaking Israel News 540123161527480230.html
'In-person' G7 more effective, but deal with safety concerns first, Trudeau says

WASHINGTON — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says an in-person gathering of G7 leaders would be more effective than the virtual alternative, but he wants to make sure the United States has a plan to deal with the potential COVID-19 risk first.

27 May 16:03 KitchenerToday.com 52741010611226976.html
Indian government may remain silent, but US President Donald Trump just confirmed ‘raging border dispute’ between India and China

In a dramatic twist, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed the reports of 'now raging border dispute' between India and China.

27 May 16:42 Janta Ka Reporter 5554720208643226588.html
Cricket: Preparations continue for T20 World Cup this year, says ICC

The International Cricket Council has told Reuters it is continuing its preparations for the Twenty20 World Cup to be held in Australia in ...

27 May 16:11 CNA 5644198862241079511.html
Stirling's former Tory MP joins cross-party calls for Dominic Cummings to resign

Stirling’s current and former MPs have called for the resignation of Boris Johnson’s most senior advisor.

27 May 16:01 dailyrecord 552235480092618275.html
11 teenagers charged over meeting each other for 'settlement talk', fight in Boon Lay

SINGAPORE: Eleven teenagers are accused of leaving their houses during the "circuit breaker" period for a "settlement talk" and an ensuing knife ...

27 May 16:32 CNA 5644198862988555288.html
Opposition set to win Suriname election: preliminary results

Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the long-time rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of p...

27 May 16:50 Digital Journal 4566489172920949237.html
Missing Trampers Found, Tasman

Missing trampers Dion Reynolds and Jessica O’Connor have been found alive in the Anatori search area.

27 May 16:42 SCOOP 5315659000023355570.html
Iran reconvenes parliament under strict COVID-19 curbs

Iran's parliament reconvened on Wednesday after the Feb. 21 elections under strict health protocols and social distancing rules to ward off the ...

27 May 16:13 CNA 5644198864097401822.html
India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring ...

27 May 16:20 CNA 5644198862632932139.html
Pompeo Declares Hong Kong No Longer Autonomous From China

It now falls to Trump to decide to end some, all or none of the economic privileges Hong Kong currently enjoys.

27 May 16:52 HuffPost 5982769914939508348.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

US News: Secretary of State of Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China. “

27 May 16:58 The Times of India 6060938664537593049.html
Heroin worth more than £8.5m found in fruit and nuts consignment at Heathrow

Two men, aged 36 and 51, were arrested near Bradford on suspicion of importing class A drugs the following day.

27 May 16:40 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773338803665.html
Stormont should ask Government for Brexit extension, says Mallon

The Infrastructure minister said the last thing Northern Ireland needed was a ‘cliff edge’ departure from the transition arrangements.

27 May 16:31 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773487595018.html
Putin pushes war history and patriotism in schools as he continues his campaign to militarize Russian youth

New amendments to the education law also include a provision that would let Putin extend his rule until 2036.

27 May 16:05 Business Insider 6060062400399430065.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, which could mean the US ends the city's special trade status

"No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said.

27 May 16:27 Business Insider 6060062399250632460.html
Tropical Storm Bertha Hits South Carolina Coast

Bertha's maximum sustained winds were near 50 mph as it came ashore but it was expected to weaken to a tropical depression after moving inland.

27 May 16:27 HuffPost 5982769915155968647.html
Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.

27 May 16:22 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774791570739.html
Stormont infrastructure minister joins calls for Cummings to go

Nichola Mallon said the recent actions by the Prime Minister’s top adviser have ’caused great anger’.

27 May 16:22 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774684069106.html
Groups 'of up to 30 people' spotted meeting up on Plymouth Hoe

Groups of 10 or 12 people are photographed sitting in the sunshine as the lockdown crumbles

27 May 16:12 PlymouthLive 6373569607990530635.html
Kelly Loeffler and 2 other senators are no longer being investigated for insider trading

Sen. Richard Burr remains under investigation after a search warrant was executed at his Washington, DC, residence.

27 May 16:20 Vox 6416095789739502271.html
Rowan Public Health Director concerned after five new deaths reported in one day at veteran’s facility

The Public Health Director is asking questions about the reporting practices of a local veteran’s facility after the facility reported five new COVID-19 related deaths on Tuesday.

27 May 16:06 WBTV 6439870258114913947.html
Gujarat's Covid-19 count breaches 15,000-mark, Ahmedabad records over 11k cases

The death toll in the state also rose to 938 after 23 more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.The total number of recoveries in the state now stands at 7,547

27 May 16:34 Livemint 6614605818288562932.html
Motorcyclist killed in crash on Highway 97 south of Summerland

A motorcyclist was killed in a collision on Highway 97 yesterday afternoon.An Okanagan man in his 60s was travelling northbound on Highway 97 around 3:50 p.

27 May 16:22 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245707609800.html
Delhi HC sets aside orders by MoC where it invoked bank guarantees of TSIL

The court has ordered that MoC shall provide TSIL the comments received from the concerned State Government(s) on the aspect whether the delay in achieving the milestones is attributable to TSIL

27 May 16:34 Livemint 6614605818103175761.html
The NHS and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic

At least 188 frontline health and care workers have died with Covid-19.

27 May 16:16 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774156167876.html
2 more COVID-19 cases in Kozhikode

Two more SARS-CoV-2 cases were reported from Kozhikode district on Wednesday. District Medical Officer V. Jayasree said in a release that they were a 53-year-old from Naderi in Koyilandy and a 55-year

27 May 16:28 The Hindu 6679535025978008473.html
NDMA activates hotline for registering complaints on locust attacks

ISLAMABAD: In a bid to facilitate complaints related to locusts, the National Disaster Management Authority(NDMA) has activated a hotline 051-111-222-999 for registering and resolving issues pertainin

27 May 16:34 Pakistan Today 6621510369553324198.html
Over 1,300 teachers engaged in Dharmapuri and Harur

A total of 1,306 teachers and accompanying staff were engaged for the evaluation of answer scripts at four evaluation centres in Dharmapuri and Harur. In the view of COVID-19 pandemic, the number of e

27 May 16:30 The Hindu 6679535025377839335.html
‘Killer highway’ in Balochistan more deadly than terrorism

KARACHI: In Balochistan, fatal highway accidents have surpassed even terrorism in deadliness as the strategic region prepares to receive $64 billion in investment as a key route of the China-Pakistan

27 May 16:13 Pakistan Today 6621510369425654599.html
Evaluation under way at six camps across Erode district

In Salem district, the evaluation began at six camps

27 May 16:29 The Hindu 6679535026351388344.html
Pakistan investigates PIA plane crash that killed 97 in Karachi

Islamabad, Pakistan - Air crash investigation teams have begun to remove wreckage from the site of a commercial airliner crash in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi that killed 97 people last week.

27 May 16:40 Aljazeera 6642629762417810630.html
Concern over neglect of mask

Health workers and police personnel, who have been playing a crucial role in averting the community spread of COVID-19, have raised concern about people’s neglect to wear masks.The number of people no

27 May 16:30 The Hindu 6679535025230294240.html
Children with severe asthma advised not to return to schools when they reopen

Health charity Asthma UK has told parents not to send their children back to school on June 1 if they are shielding as they are classed as “clinically extremely vulnerable”

27 May 16:53 mirror 675785260005290854.html
Boris Johnson rejects calls for inquiry into Dominic Cummings

The PM's senior aide drove from London to Durham to isolate with his family during the lockdown and says he subsequently took a trip to Barnard Castle to see if he was fit enough to drive before returning to the capital

27 May 16:06 mirror 675785261796566722.html
Is this what schooling will be like post-lockdown? Sale primary school plans revealed

A four-day week, classes of 15 and temperature checks on arrival are just some of the measures planned for Springfield Primary School.

27 May 16:02 men 6694993429125092381.html
Politics Briefing: Major decision in Meng case comes down today

Also: Singh calls for RCMP to investigate conditions at long-term care homes

27 May 16:48 The Globe and Mail 68426410264328947.html
Police arrest 26 people suspected of human trafficking in U.K. truck deaths

Judicial authorities said a series of early morning raids took place simultaneously in Belgium and France on Tuesday as part of two legal investigations

27 May 16:15 The Globe and Mail 68426410674326655.html
Germany ex-chancellor's insult of Ukrainian envoy "despicable" – deputy foreign minister

Schroeder's comment is a warning to other Russia supporters in Europe: don't get involved with Russian money.

27 May 16:20 UNIAN 6863008970890973425.html
Around 10,000 students are yet to sign up to calculated grades

Around 10,000 Leaving Cert students have yet to sign up to receive calculated grades. The deadline for registering is Thursday May 28th at 10pm, and Ministe

27 May 16:59 Buzz.ie 7092425147833766166.html
Moscow in 2014 banned wholesale imports from the European Union of most types of fresh foods in response to EU sanctions over Russia's actions in Ukraine including the annexation of Crimea

Russia on Wednesday seized 40 tonnes of European cheeses smuggled into the country in breach of an embargo on EU food imports, the customs service said. The shipment included Dorblu blue cheese and Italian hard cheeses such as Grana Padano, the customs service said. This was in response to EU sanctions

27 May 16:49 Yahoo 7097669638157355689.html
Photos show thousands of protesters demanding justice in Minneapolis after police killed George Floyd

Thousands of people took to the streets of Minneapolis on Tuesday to demand justice for the police killing of unarmed black man George Floyd.

27 May 16:29 Yahoo 7097669636964904770.html
US declares Hong Kong no longer enjoying autonomy

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo declared Wednesday that Hong Kong no longer enjoys the autonomy promised by Beijing, stripping the financial hub of its special status under US law. Hours before Beijing will hold a key vote on a controversial new security law on Hong Kong, Pompeo sent a notice to Congress

27 May 16:15 Yahoo 7097669638751893550.html
Bill Clinton again denies visiting Jeffrey Epstein’s island as Netflix documentary reveals new claims

A second person has claimed Bill Clinton visited the late Jeffrey Epstein’s island in a new Netflix documentary, but the former president again denied these allegations.Netflix’s Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, a four-part docuseries released on Wednesday, includes an interview from a longtime tech worker

27 May 16:12 Yahoo 7097669638118606001.html
Ex-Watergate prosecutors say judge has legal duty to review facts in Flynn case

Sixteen former Watergate prosecutors on Wednesday said U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan should be allowed to review all the facts before deciding whether to grant a Justice Department request to drop the criminal case against President Donald Trump's former national security adviser Michael Flynn

27 May 16:23 Yahoo 7097669638765522212.html
COVID-19: Maharashtra Records 105 Deaths, 2190 Cases in Last 24 Hours, Total Tally at 56948

Issuing a statement, Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope said that the current count of COVID-19 patients in Maharashtra is 56948.

27 May 16:41 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386083450184376.html
Uttar Pradesh News: Two Migrants Found Dead on Mumbai-Varanasi Shramik Train

The incident was reported by the Government Railway Police at Manduadih railway station of Varanasi from Mumbai's Lokmanya Tilak Terminus at 8:21 AM, North Eastern Railway spokesperson Ashok Kumar said.

27 May 16:54 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386083996039282.html
Hong Kong police arrest hundreds and fire pepper pellets amid fresh unrest

The latest clashes come as MPs debate a bill to criminalise insulting China's national anthem.

27 May 16:14 Yahoo 7097669639007958375.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, which could mean the US ends the city's special trade status

"No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said.

27 May 16:27 Yahoo 7097669637337253552.html
Group Of Rabbis Declare: No Compromise On Teaching Immorality

News From Across The Pond.

27 May 16:57 The Jewish Press 7246030799864009149.html
Heroin worth more than £8.5m found in fruit and nuts consignment at Heathrow

Two men, aged 36 and 51, were arrested near Bradford on suspicion of importing class A drugs the following day.

27 May 16:39 Express & Star 7324224458803400145.html
Stormont should ask Government for Brexit extension, says Mallon

The Infrastructure minister said the last thing Northern Ireland needed was a ‘cliff edge’ departure from the transition arrangements.

27 May 16:28 Express & Star 7324224458952191498.html
No post mortems yet after two men found dead at Bridgnorth caravan park

Two men who died following an incident at a Bridgnorth caravan park have not yet been formally identified.

27 May 16:15 Express & Star 7324224460104876883.html
Stormont infrastructure minister joins calls for Cummings to go

Nichola Mallon said the recent actions by the Prime Minister’s top adviser have ’caused great anger’.

27 May 16:21 Express & Star 7324224460148665586.html
Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.

27 May 16:21 Express & Star 7324224460256167219.html
Covid-hit hospital trust pays lasting tribute to lost colleagues

Walsall Manor Hospital opened a permanent memorial to those who died including staff nurse Areema Nasreen.

27 May 16:32 Express & Star 7324224460822952952.html
Tennis star Nikoloz Basilashvili arrested on domestic violence charge against ex-wife: reports

A Georgian tennis player was reportedly arrested for allegedly assaulting his ex-wife in front of their 5-year-old son.

27 May 16:20 Fox News 7362823819992580379.html
CNN's S.E. Cupp says Trump is 'hallucinating,' 'needs help'

CNN host S.E. Cupp declared on Wednesday that President Trump is “hallucinating” and “needs help.” 

27 May 16:06 Fox News 7362823820215747134.html
Missing New Zealand hikers found alive after 19 days in ‘hostile’ wilderness, rescuers say

Two hikers lost in the “hostile” wilderness of New Zealand have been found alive with only minor injuries after 19 days despite running out of food, rescuers said.

27 May 16:58 Fox News 7362823821406864409.html
Marco Rubio says FISA law must be fixed to prevent 'abuses' like FBI's Russia probe

With the debate about amendments to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act underway, Sen. Marco Rubio said Wednesday that instead of changes to the process, lawmakers should focus on ways to prevent it from being abused.

27 May 16:43 Fox News 7362823820459897186.html
LeBron among US athletes outraged at black man's death

Four Minneapolis police officers were fired Tuesday.

27 May 16:24 Daily Nation 7421817125868400856.html
‘I’m innocent of trumped-up allegations’ — Akinwunmi Adesina breaks silence

Akinwumi Adesina, AfDB president, says he is innocent and will not allow allegations levelled against him bring his honour and integrity to question.

27 May 16:14 TheCable 7513571674526301504.html
NLC protests slash in workers’ salaries, gives Ganduje 14 days to make U-turn

Organised labour in Kano has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the state government to pay back the deduction it made to workers' salaries or they go on strike.

27 May 16:26 TheCable 7513571676074796791.html
DSS finally releases journalist detained for ‘defaming’ A’Ibom commissioner

Kufre Carter, a journalist with XL 106.9 FM Uyo in Akwa Ibom state who was arrested for allegedly defaming Dominic Ukpong, the state commissioner of health, has regained freedom. Inibehe

27 May 16:42 TheCable 7513571675206686102.html
Trump threatens Twitter with ‘big action’ for flagging his tweets

Washington, May 27: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened Twitter with “big action” for tagging two of his tweets on mail-in voting with a fact-checking warning label.

27 May 16:31 Bilkul Online 7514029329039634386.html
Nigerian military encourages sexual abuse, brutality of children at rehabilitation centres – Amnesty

Global rights group, Amnesty International, has accused the Nigerian military of unlawfully detaining boys and men at a rehabilitation centre for alleged members of the Islamist militant group Boko Haram,

27 May 16:05 The Guardian 7580308503887147234.html
Mary Elmes: Documentary On Newstalk

"It’s estimated that at least 80 children were directly saved by Mary Elmes. She never sought a...

27 May 16:26 Newstalk 7635722259060259930.html
Himachal BJP president Rajeev Bindal resigns amid health scam row

In a resignation letter sent to BJP president J P Nadda, Bindal stated that he was tendering his resignation on high moral grounds as some people were dragging the party's name in the alleged corruption case.

27 May 16:44 The Economic Times 7653256036774657268.html
British bodybuilder beats 1% chance of surviving Covid-19

A British bodybuilder who was given just a 1% chance of surviving coronavirus has made a miracle recovery after 50 days on a ventilator. Burly bodybuilder S

27 May 16:29 Buzz.ie 7092425148659101288.html
Michel Barnier says EU remains ‘open’ to transition period extension

Talks between London and Brussels stall with sides far apart on fisheries and regulatory alignment

27 May 16:17 Ft 707176888848262161.html
The NHS and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic

At least 188 frontline health and care workers have died with Covid-19.

27 May 16:15 Express & Star 7324224459620764356.html
Joe Biden says basement lockdown is ‘working pretty well’ for campaign

Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden clapped back at President Trump and his GOP allies following weeks of being mocked for observing social distancing guidelines and remaining on lockdown in his

27 May 16:54 New York Post 7654946768742861505.html
Andy Byford, former NYC subway chief, tapped to run London transit

He’s London’s “Train Daddy” now. Andy Byford, the popular former boss of New York City’s subways and buses, will take the helm of London’s transit agency, the

27 May 16:04 New York Post 7654946768908112249.html
Iranian girl, 13, beheaded by father in ‘honor killing’ as she slept

Romina Ashrafi was killed Thursday by her father, Reza Ashrafi, as punishment for running away with a 34-year-old man from her hometown of Talesh.

27 May 16:08 New York Post 7654946768328227205.html
Swiss companies must help pay rent for employees working from home: court

The court made the ruling in a case brought by an employee of an accounting firm, who claimed his company was responsible for part of his rent while he was forced to work from home, Swissinfo

27 May 16:42 New York Post 7654946768467546487.html
Bobby Hurley’s private war with Arizona State after wife’s sexual harassment claim

Bobby Hurley and his athletic director are at odds, clashing over allegations of sexual harassment committed by a major Arizona State donor. In an email exchange, Hurley expressed his displeasure with

27 May 16:24 New York Post 7654946768544804350.html
De Blasio doesn’t have detailed plan to reopen NYC restaurants, bars

Mayor Bill de Blasio talked at length Wednesday in response to a question about his plan to reopen the city's restaurants and bars.

27 May 16:20 New York Post 7654946769121685677.html
Poll slump hits UK's Johnson in wake of Cummings scandal

As the prime minister prepares to be quizzed by senior MPs later Wednesday over his handling of the coronavirus crisis and the scandal, a YouGov poll for The Times newspaper showed the Conservative lead over the main opposition Labour party has been cut by nine points in a week.

27 May 16:55 The Jakarta Post 7678601103038772433.html
Alabama man busted for murder of wife, sister-in-law and her boyfriend

An Alabama man accused of murdering his wife, sister-in-law and her boyfriend was busted by federal marshals this week following a manhunt, police said. Carson Peters, 58, of Danville, was on the lam

27 May 16:04 New York Post 7654946768537179465.html
Watch live: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is holding his daily press conference on the Covid-19 outbreak, which has infected more than 363,800 people across the state as of Wednesday.

27 May 16:53 CNBC 7787100274958033303.html
Bangladesh decides against extending shutdown, offices to reopen May 31

The government has decided not to extend the ongoing shutdown over the coronavirus outbreak, allowing offices to reopen on May 31.

27 May 16:19 Bdnews24 8119004129661135694.html
Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.

27 May 16:27 Irishexaminer 8196011178750283107.html
At least 10,000 died in military detention in Nigeria – report

Amnesty International publishes study into detainees during Boko Haram insurgency

27 May 16:42 The Irish Times 8204772969245451077.html
Police forces across Canada expand ballistics imaging efforts, driven by slowdown in RCMP testing

Ballistics imaging helps police determine if one gun was used in multiple shootings

27 May 16:00 The Globe and Mail 68426410995560096.html
Where will Trump rant if not on Twitter? He threatens to close down social media

Ironically, the president used Twitter itself to threaten its closure after the platform flagged two of his tweets as unsubstantiated

27 May 16:06 Deccan Chronicle 7881006364154651147.html
Borders creep open across central Europe as pandemic eases

Serbia bars Montenegro Airlines after perceived snub over free movement

27 May 16:30 The Irish Times 8204772969049419963.html
Inmates at quarantine centres have a harrowing time

Helpline Twitter handles are loaded with such complaints about the paid quarantine services

27 May 16:20 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363428024266.html
Judge rules property fund to pay costs of dispute over warehouse access

Case concerned access to property on Long Mile Road

27 May 16:02 The Irish Times 8204772968733496917.html
Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute

WASHINGTON/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had offered to mediate a standoff between India and China at the Himalayan border, where soldiers camped out in a high-altitude region have accused each other of trespassing over the disputed border.

27 May 16:52 Reuters 8334514180022670990.html
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as 'lies'

PARIS (Reuters) - Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga, arrested this month after more than two decades on the run, told a French court on Wednesday that the international charges against him were lies.

27 May 16:45 Reuters 8334514180221520400.html
Putin pushes war history and patriotism in schools as he continues his campaign to militarize Russian youth

President Vladimir Putin is looking to change Russia’s education curriculum to include war history and patriotism, as part of his effort to militarize Russia’s youth.

27 May 16:05 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883215102385.html
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'plan to hire private security as drone incidents leave them fearing for Archie'

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle plan to hire their own team of security professionals after a series of terrifying incidents involving drones near their LA home, an insider has said.

27 May 16:42 Entertainment Daily 8392972517038928884.html
Merkel insists on basics as states take bigger role in virus controls

BERLIN (Reuters) - Chancellor Angela Merkel has conceded more responsibility to Germany’s 16 states for tackling the coronavirus epidemic, but insisted that social distancing and mask-wearing were needed to avoid a new wave of infections.

27 May 16:25 Reuters 8334514181267028336.html
Quebec reports 541 new COVID-19 cases as another 89 people die from virus

Quebec is reporting 541 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, bringing the total in the province to 49,139. Another 89 people have died of COVID-19 in the province, public health is reporting, bring the death toll to 4,228.

27 May 16:15 Montreal 8735609772675752573.html
Saudi Arabia's crown prince and Putin agree to 'close coordination' on oil output

MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, in a telephone call, agreed on further "close coordination" on oil output restrictions, the Kremlin said on Wednesday. They also both noted the importance of joint efforts aimed at reaching the agreements within the OPEC+ group in April on oil production curbs, the Kremlin said.

27 May 16:20 Arab News 8912634264278771338.html
Theatres, cinemas, summer camps to reopen as Swiss relax virus curbs

ZURICH (Reuters) - Switzerland said on Wednesday it would lift curbs on larger public gatherings next month and free up travel within Europe’s 26-nation Schengen zone by July 6, further easing restrictions on public life as the coronavirus outbreak ebbs.

27 May 16:18 Reuters 8334514180192763270.html
New York governor meets with Trump to push for infrastructure investment

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - New York Governor Andrew Cuomo met President Donald Trump on Wednesday to press for investment in the nation’s roads, bridges and railways as U.S. states begin to reopen after the coronavirus outbreak left the economy in tatters.

27 May 16:44 Reuters 8334514180713436326.html
Trump to announce Hong Kong response this week

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States was working on a strong response to China’s planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

27 May 16:23 Reuters 8334514180448900808.html
North Las Vegas woman, 19, accused of sex trafficking of minor

A North Las Vegas woman has been arrested on suspicion of trafficking a youth for the purposes of prostitution, police said.

27 May 16:18 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648836868112506.html
Heatwave likely to continue during next 24 hours: IMD

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

27 May 16:34 Rising Kashmir 9025326238873116427.html
Lockdown: Toddler's failed attempt to wake up dead mother

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

27 May 16:30 Rising Kashmir 9025326237492038691.html
Covid-19: France bans treatment of coronavirus patients with hydroxychloroquine

Under new rules, the drug can be used only in clinical trials to test its efficacy against the coronavirus.

27 May 16:10 Scroll.in 8669301692503233863.html
Trooper George Baker to be honored at private memorial service; procession to follow

Louisiana State Police Trooper George Baker will be laid to rest Thursday, May 28 after a private memorial service in Hammond.

27 May 16:35 KNOE 8 News 9048639192243782072.html
Indore: Doctors fear coronavirus, only 20 per cent clinics open in city

Due to the less number of clinics being operated currently, people have to travel more in the city during lockdown to reach clinics.

27 May 16:22 Free Press Journal 9080771788399146104.html
Indore: Man commits suicide after facing harassment from borrower

Due to the lockdown, Pahawa was facing some financial difficulties and he went to Rathi's place for his money on Tuesday.

27 May 16:27 Free Press Journal 9080771788966429414.html
Valley company starts production on Sheriff Joe Arpaio TV docu-series

Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio will be the subject of an upcoming TV docu-series, which will look at his life and the controversies around his 24 years as sheriff.

27 May 16:45 ABC15 Arizona 911680910855650698.html
Navy admiral submits results of probe on virus-infected ship

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Navy's top admiral on Wednesday received the results of an internal investigation into the spread of the coronavirus aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt and the firing...

27 May 16:09 The Seattle Times 9121942837202453191.html
Texas woman arrested for confronting couple with hammer

HOUSTON (AP) — A Texas woman accused of using a hammer to threaten a vacationing couple who she mistakenly referred to as Mexican during a profanity-laced tirade in southwest Houston...

27 May 16:53 The Seattle Times 9121942838344511995.html
Pompeo Tells Congress Hong Kong is No Longer Autonomous From China

On 28 May, the National People's Congress of China is expected to vote on the bill that suggests banning "separatist, subversive and terrorist activities" along with...

27 May 16:12 Sputniknews 967333869285211611.html
Man Shoots Three People Dead Before Attempting Suicide in Western France - Reports

More than twenty gendarmes have been dispatched to the scene of the crime. The police have launched an investigation into the matter.

27 May 16:54 Sputniknews 967333869083028738.html
Ex-LA council top aide to plead guilty in $1M bribery scheme

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former top aide to Los Angeles City Council member Jose Huizar will plead guilty to a federal racketeering charge in a $1 million bribery scheme...

27 May 16:25 The Seattle Times 9121942837575511544.html
Biden accuser’s credentials, expert testimony under scrutiny

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — State prosecutors in California are investigating the credentials that Tara Reade, the former Senate staffer who has accused Joe Biden of assaulting her in 1993, attested to...

27 May 16:01 The Seattle Times 9121942838531310196.html
John Boyega hits out at 'white on black racism' after George Floyd tribute

The actor spoke out after the death of George Floyd.

27 May 16:17 Metro 970161747865680999.html
A numbers-obsessed Trump is uncharacteristically silent on this bleak milestone

As the nation hits a bleak milestone this week — 100,000 Americans dead from COVID-19 — the president has been uncharacteristically silent. His public schedule contains no special commemoration, no...

27 May 16:28 The Seattle Times 9121942838599173583.html
British diplomat still missing after going for a jog three weeks ago

He had been due to take up the position of British High Commissioner to Fiji in July.

27 May 16:35 Metro 970161747956952150.html
'Husband suffocated wife because he didn't want to pay for divorce'

Prosecutors say Elledge strangled or suffocated his wife because he did not want to pay for a divorce

27 May 16:00 Metro 970161748691241414.html
Judge who told 'sex attack victim' to close her legs to avoid rape is fired

New Jersey Superior Court Judge John Russo was banned from overseeing any further hearings in a ruling issued Tuesday

27 May 16:36 Metro 970161748099003373.html
Man, 22, dies after crashing jet ski he bought hours earlier

His ‘heartbroken’ girlfriend paid tribute to the emergency services who tried to save his life.

27 May 16:08 Metro 970161748774936480.html
Jesus Christ Superstar singer Jeffrey Anderson pleads guilty to string of sex offences

A Co Down singer who appeared on TV talent shows has been revealed as a sex offender who secretly recorded women for his own gratification.

27 May 16:00 The Irish News 993067033896934.html
Committal proceedings in Lyra McKee case could go ahead on June 15

COMMITTAL proceedings against a man charged with the murder of Lyra McKee and another accused over rioting on the night she was shot are in a position to go ahead on June 15, a court has heard.

27 May 16:13 The Irish News 993066329335600.html
Bangor man (31) caught with 60 cannabis plants spared jail

A 31-year-old Bangor man who was caught with 60 cannabis plants has been spared jail - but warned he will be imprisoned if he breaks a court order.

27 May 16:00 The Irish News 993066402170499.html
Tekashi 6ix9ine comes for Doja Cat after racism claims

He appeared to call her out online.

27 May 16:23 Metro 970161748215122781.html
Pakistan condemns construction of temple at Babri Masjid site

Rising tide of religi­ous bigotr­y in India is well-docume­nted by intern­ationa­l human rights organi­sation­s, says FO

27 May 17:49 The Express Tribune 1105816786389658698.html
'Animal abuser' arrested for 'kicking chicken like a football player'

A witness told authorities that Chew kicked the bird in a way resembling a football field goal, which done with a running start.

27 May 16:40 Metro 970161748470170073.html
Nitish Kumar holds meeting with state Health Department, stresses on door to door screening of migrants

The CM said that keeping in view the future challenges, the health infrastructure of the state should be further strengthened and it should be expanded.

27 May 17:07 The Statesman 1191309781823352392.html
Lack of Protective Gear & Staff Uncovered in Quebec's Care Homes – Report

Quebec's ombudsperson has already announced the launch of an “impartial and independent” investigation into the way the COVID-19 crisis is being handled at elderly...

27 May 16:56 Sputniknews 967333869085692432.html
Mira Bhayandar: 36 new Covid-19 cases, two deaths on Wednesday

Following a day's drop in the number of COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, the metropolitan satellite township of Mira Bhayandar witnessed another dramatic spike in the spread of the virus on Wednesday when 36 persons tested positive for the infection.

27 May 17:29 Mumbai Mirror 1209961191939330256.html
Bill Clinton 'had affair with Jeffrey Epstein pimp Ghislaine Maxwell during trips on pedophile's private jet', explosive new book claims

The details of the alleged affair between the former president and the British socialite are detailed in a new book - A Convenient Death: The Mysterious Demise of Jeffrey Epstein.

27 May 17:41 Mail Online 124328111498892432.html
Five-month-old baby dies after being given turtle's blood to drink to protect her from coronavirus in the Dominican Republic

The five-month-old girl from the Dominican Republic died after drinking turtle blood to protect her from coronavirus. Her relatives are said to be 'serious but stable.'

27 May 17:56 Mail Online 124328112332928970.html
Britain's new covid queen who will lead test and trace scheme: Baroness Dido is Tory MP's wife who was raised on a pig farm (and thinks there is too much maternity leave)

Baroness Dido Harding, 53, was raised on a Somerset pig farm and will lead the UK's test and trace scheme to tackle the coronavirus, set to launch tomorrow.

27 May 17:53 Mail Online 124328112372318448.html
Annual Mela Kher Bhavani at Tulmul Cancelled

The annual Kheer Bhawani Mela and Yatra, scheduled for May 30, will not take place due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to the J&K Dharmarth Trust, here on Wednesday

27 May 17:55 Kashmir Observer 1268422870397008850.html
Newsnight's Dominic Cummings introduction 'did not meet impartiality standards' BBC says

The BBC has said that an introduction to last night's Newsnight which discussed the Dominic Cummings lockdown row "did not meet our standards of due impartiality".

27 May 16:51 The Irish News 993065614388457.html
KCCI Urges Govt To Evacuate Kashmiris Stranded Abroad

The KCCI on Wednesday urged government to evacuate hundreds of Kashmiris stranded in various foreign countries due to coronavirus lockdown

27 May 17:58 Kashmir Observer 1268422869745263056.html
Pak Army Says Indian Spy Drone Shot Down

The Pakistan Army claimed on Wednesday that it shot down an Indian

27 May 17:05 Kashmir Observer 1268422870362573384.html
2 More Covid-19 Deaths In Valley, J&K Toll Rises To 26

Two more people have died due to novel coronavirus in Kashmir Valley, officials said on Wednesday. These fatalities take the death toll due to the disease in the Jammu and Kashmir to 26

27 May 17:10 Kashmir Observer 1268422869880064450.html
ICU nurse slammed for yelling at crying carer for wearing her uniform in a B&M store is BACKED by Royal College of Nursing who say shopping in work clothes ‘should be avoided’

Senior ICU nurse Marina Kendrick, 53, reprimanded Kimberley Simpson in a B&M Bargain store in Burton on Trent for wearing her scrubs in public, an action she said risked spreading 'germs'.

27 May 17:10 Mail Online 124328111874211586.html
SpeakUp: Congress campaign to mount pressure on Modi govt to deposit Rs 10,000 in bank accounts of poor

SpeakUp Campaign: Congress is demanding from the Modi government to deposit Rs 10,000 in bank accounts of poor who are facing the brunt of the lockdown.

27 May 17:18 The Financial Express 1288289580267072343.html
Passenger on Alliance Air’s Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive for coronavirus

The flight was operated on May 25, when domestic flight services resumed after remaining grounded for two months due to the nationwide lockdown to prevent spreading of coronavirus infections.

27 May 17:17 The Financial Express 1288289580284142352.html
Rs 223 Crore Bank Fraud: HC Denies Bail To Accused Ex-Chairman

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court on Wednesday rejected plea of former chairman J&K State Cooperative Bank, seeking quashing of FIR against him filed by the Anti-Corruption Bureau in the whopping 230 crore fraud case

27 May 17:02 Kashmir Observer 1268422870420214167.html
India-China standoff: US President Donald Trump says ‘willing to mediate’ to diffuse border dispute

India-China standoff: In the recent past, several areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh region and North Sikkim have witnessed a major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies.

27 May 17:49 The Financial Express 1288289581168343332.html
Domestic flight services in India: 445 flights carrying 62,641 passengers operated on May 26, says Hardeep Singh Puri

Services were resumed on Monday after a gap of two months and 428 flights were operated within the country on the same day.

27 May 17:24 The Financial Express 1288289580377287776.html
‘Governor should scold those trying to destabilise Uddhav Thackeray govt’: Shiv Sena’s veiled attack on BJP

Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray had taken oath on November 28 last year. The Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress came together to form government last year, after the Thackeray-led party and the BJP fell out over sharing the chief ministerial post.

27 May 17:50 The Financial Express 1288289580161110631.html
Kent RO takes down controversial ad, apologises for depicting maids in derogatory manner

The ad, featuring Hema Malini and her daughter Esha Deol as campaigners, drew heavy criticism on social media.

27 May 17:54 The Financial Express 1288289579501102720.html
Gabbard Drops Lawsuit Against Hillary Clinton Over ‘Russian Asset’ Smear

'Defeating Trump more important'

27 May 17:43 Infowars 1950426314242135215.html
Nancy Pelosi Calls Republican Efforts To Block Voting By Proxy During Pandemic A ‘Sad Stunt’

‘House Republicans must stop their dangerous obstruction and join Democrats to save lives, defeat the virus and grow the economy,’ she said. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi called ...

27 May 17:02 The Inquisitr 1745625232164206230.html
Telangana: 3-year-old boy falls into newly dug borewell in Medak district, rescue operations on

Oxygen was being supplied into the 120 feet open borewell and earth excavation machines have been pressed into service to dig around it, they said. An NDRF team has reached the spot tandjoin the rescue efforts, they said.

27 May 17:50 Oneindia 2023829371233082406.html
Toddler tries to wake up dead mother at Bihar railway station brings out hardships of migrant worker

The video appeared online Wednesday and captures one of the most poignant pictures of the massive migrant crisis unfolding across several states. It shows a toddler trying -- and failing -- to wake her mother up who lay dead on the platform, a blanket placed over the body untidily.

27 May 17:26 Oneindia 2023829370964069883.html
Lockdown violators using Cummings as excuse, say police

Police commissioner warns of public pushback over Covid-19 containment measures

27 May 17:03 the Guardian 1491978796184426690.html
India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pak PM Imran Khan

Bangladesh through Citizenship Act, border disputes with Nepal & China, & Pak threatened with false flag operation,” Khan said in a series of tweets. Several areas along the 3,500-km-long Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies

27 May 17:40 Oneindia 2023829372019173782.html
UAE: Human Resources Ministry revises working hours of service centres

Precautionary measures remain in place to curb the spread of COVID-19

27 May 17:21 Gulf News 2086521545040486770.html
‘Ugly Even for Him’: Trump’s Usual Allies Recoil at His Smear of MSNBC Host

The Wall Street Journal and Washington Examiner chastised the president as a top House Republican, Liz Cheney, urged him to “stop” his attacks on Joe Scarborough.

27 May 17:06 NY Times 1961078288011060104.html
Saudi Arabia tourist visas to be extended for three months

Tourist visas to be extended automatically free of charge for three months

27 May 17:44 Gulf News 2086521544194861323.html
US President Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China

The United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to mediate or arbitrate between India and China to help the two neighbouring nations resolve the boundary dispute, which once again

27 May 17:55 Deccan Herald 2027555797464743481.html
South Korea examines first suspected cases of Covid-linked syndrome in kids

The syndrome has raised fears that COVID-19, caused by the coronavirus, could pose a greater risk to children than had been understood

27 May 17:00 The Asian Age 2126266544079427376.html
Changes afoot at hard-hit Pennsylvania veterans home

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf's administration announced a new leader Wednesday at the Southeastern Veterans’ Center, where nearly three dozen residents have died from the coronavirus and a state senator urged the replacement of its leadership.

27 May 17:29 Msn 1509165514841207505.html
Central, state govts should apologise to nation for migrant workers' conditions: SP leader

Leader of Opposition in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly and senior Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Ramgovind Chaudhary asked the central and state governments on Wednesday to study the apex court order on the

27 May 17:02 Deccan Herald 2027555796822618002.html
United States declares Hong Kong has lost autonomy from China

"It is now clear that China is modelling Hong Kong after itself."

27 May 17:22 Newshub 2131266986085101281.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China, setting the stage for the U.S. to withdraw the former British colony's preferential trade and financial status it has enjoyed since it reverted to Chinese rule 23 years ago.

27 May 17:20 CTVNews 2422791599074686102.html
Police arrest dismissed soldier, another for 'smuggling' 1,200kgs of Marijuana - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics

The Police in Lagos on Wednesday arrested a dismissed soldier identified as Okoliko Andrew and one Idowu Adebayo for allegedly smuggling

27 May 17:48 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900564571938.html
BREAKING: FG suspends evacuation of stranded Nigerians

The Federal Government has suspended further evacuation of stranded Nigerians overseas.The development, according to Foreign Affairs Minister...

27 May 17:05 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901855074647.html
Seven dead in auto crash in Kwara - The Nation Nigeria

No fewer than seven persons on Wednesday died an auto accident in Kwara state.The accident happened at Lumoh village along the Olooru/Bode

27 May 17:53 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901625821298.html
Lauren Goodger 'breaks lockdown rules' to attend party but then 'pretends she wasn't there'

Lauren Goodger was pictured at her friend's son's birthday party but then pretended she wasn't there, it's claimed

27 May 17:14 Irish Mirror 2875825628875169907.html
43-yr-old cleaner dies in ‘elevator mishap’ at hospital; probe on

According to police, hospital officials suspect Waghela either tried peeping out or spitting out tobacco from the window when her hair got entangled between the lift and the shaft.

27 May 17:50 The Indian Express 2885715104369305581.html
Cop discharged from hospital, says had backing of both families: at home and in khaki

The officer was received with a shower of flower petals on the premises of his police station in a brief ceremony before he went home to complete self quarantine for next 14 days.

27 May 17:40 The Indian Express 2885715104416968417.html
India lockdown diary, Day 64: Kerala village uses umbrella to combat covid; Techie on mission to find jobs for migrants, and more

Here’s a curated list of some interesting stories from across the country on Day 64 of lockdown.

27 May 17:52 The Indian Express 2885715105408987356.html
ED attaches JP Morgan assets worth Rs 187 Cr, MNC in SC denies wrong doing in Amrapali case

During the arguments, senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi appearing for JP Morgan India, said that on Tuesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached the account of the multi-national firm to recover money to the extent as per the apex court's directions.

27 May 17:51 The Indian Express 2885715103905785701.html
Tension as two communities clash over land in Anambra

There is tension in Anambra State following clash by two neighboring communitiesover land, which has allegedly, left one dead and others injured...

27 May 17:55 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901390525460.html
Kenney appeals to Trudeau for quarantine exemption amid NHL hub city push

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has appealed to Ottawa to exempt returning National Hockey League players from federal quarantine laws as part of Edmonton's push to be named an NHL hub city.

27 May 17:44 Edmonton 2483052956405538698.html
Michigan Gov. Whitmer Not Reporting COVID-19 Nursing Home Deaths

Michigan is now the only state among 19 states with over 900 COVID-19 deaths not reporting the number of those deaths from nursing homes.

27 May 17:36 Breitbart 3148363491611645201.html
Pakistan Considers Reimposing Lockdown After Eid Celebrations

Pakistan may be forced to reinstate a coronavirus lockdown amid a surge in new cases following the end of the Eid al-Fitr.

27 May 17:52 Breitbart 3148363491324828215.html
Twitter Lets Verified Users Spread Fake Pic, Link MN Cop to Racist Slogan

Twitter is allowing verified accounts to post a photo falsely linking a Minneapolis police officer with a man wearing a "Make Whites Great Again" baseball hat.

27 May 17:57 Breitbart 3148363492039614204.html
Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman

The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims

27 May 17:26 Shropshire Star 3480199991266499938.html
Mike Ashley fails in bid to trigger investigation into struggling Debenhams

Lawyers representing Mr Ashley’s Frasers Group, which owns nearly a third of Debenhams’ shares, asked a judge to appoint a ‘provisional liquidator’

27 May 17:56 Shropshire Star 3480199992487684214.html
WHO creates new foundation in a bid for more funds

It comes after the US threatened to pull funding from the global health body.

27 May 17:12 Shropshire Star 3480199993253850558.html
UPDATED: Abuja Group obtains re-election nomination form for Obaseki

An Abuja based group, Obaseki Mandate Forum (OMF) on Wednesday secured All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship re-election...

27 May 17:23 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901014989685.html
Rosenstein to testify as part of Graham's Russia investigation probe

Former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will testify next week as part of the Senate Judiciary Committee's probe into the origins of the FBI's Russia investigation, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.)

27 May 17:31 TheHill 355432918532913217.html
Sawant writes to Centre on Goans stuck abroad

NT NETWORK Panaji The state government has written to the Union civil aviation ministry and the ministry of external affairs requesting them to arrange sp

27 May 17:23 The Navhind Times 3656927215610599741.html
Trump offers to mediate between India and China

PTI Washington In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to “mediate or arbitrate” the raging border dispute between India an

27 May 17:23 The Navhind Times 3656927214732922150.html
Centre may extend lockdown after May 31

Agencies New Delhi The central government is likely to extend the lockdown in some form by another two weeks after May 31 to stop the spread of coronaviru

27 May 17:24 The Navhind Times 3656927215340314194.html
CLP demands white paper on Covid-19, demands special assembly session

NT NETWORK  Margao The Congress Legislature Party (CLP) at its meeting on Wednesday demanded that the state government prepares and submits a white p

27 May 17:15 The Navhind Times 3656927215317762003.html
Goa to scale up COVID testing capacity

NT NETWORK Panaji Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday said  the state’s testing capacity for the COVID-19 pandemic is around 1,000 samples pe

27 May 17:21 The Navhind Times 3656927214064481224.html
COVID negative certificate must for people coming to Goa

NT NETWORK Panaji The state government on Wednesday modified its standard operating procedure  for the people entering the state, making it mandatory

27 May 17:25 The Navhind Times 3656927215902263039.html
House FISA bill suddenly on life support

A bill to reauthorize three expired surveillance programs is in jeopardy, with President Trump urging Republicans to oppose it and progressives raising concerns about a key amendment.

27 May 17:08 TheHill 355432919206383552.html
FG to release guidelines on school reopening - Boss Mustapha

Following lockdown of schools due to covid-19, FG has disclosed that it would soon roll out course of action for the reopening of these learning institutions.

27 May 17:12 Legit 3764253651209873201.html
SANDF probe clears soldiers of killing Collins Khosa, saying he was only 'pushed and clapped'

An SA National Defence Force inquiry has found soldiers, who are accused of killing Alexandra resident Collins Khosa, cannot be held liable for this death as there is no link between the injuries he sustained due to their actions and him dying.

27 May 17:46 News24 3752801377076095439.html
George Floyd: Charge policemen with murder – Family of black man killed in US

The family of George Floyd, a black man who died while a police officer pinned his neck with a knee, wants the four Minneapolis police officers involved charged with murder. According to CNN, th...

27 May 17:51 Punch Newspapers 3524240994941457814.html
COVID-19: FG suspends evacuation of Nigerians abroad

Sodiq Oyeleke Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, says the Federal Government has temporarily suspended the evacuation of Nigerians abroad. He said suspending the evacuation was to...

27 May 17:19 Punch Newspapers 3524240994078797010.html
Biden calls for DOJ Civil Rights Division to investigate George Floyd's death

Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden on Wednesday called on the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division to investigate the death of George Floyd, the unarmed black man who was

27 May 17:15 TheHill 355432918731551065.html
Some hairdressers 'living hand to mouth', court hears in bid to reopen salons

Some hairdressers are living hand to mouth and are pleading for the ability to earn an income, the Western Cape High Court heard in an urgent court application.

27 May 17:31 News24 3752801378488108914.html
Court remands mother who allegedly drowned baby, orders psychiatric evaluation

An Igbosere Magistrates’ Court in Lagos on Wednesday ordered that a 22-year-old woman, Oluwafunmilola Adisa, be remande

27 May 17:26 Vanguard News 4125100339574265331.html
Coalition of unions call on KZN teachers to not go back to school yet

The unions said their representatives 'confirm unanimously that not all schools have received the agreed upon PPEs, sanitisation and disinfecting materials'.

27 May 17:32 The Citizen 410802301088339769.html
Gov. Sule innaugutes 2000 capacity JAMB CBT Centre in Nasarawa

Nasarawa State Governo, Abdullahi Sule Wednesday innaugurated a 2000 capacity JAMB CBT centre in Lafia the state capital as part of ...

27 May 17:55 Vanguard News 4125100340539364449.html
DA retrenches staff but denies it has money trouble

Shortly after the elections last year, the party retrenched 51 employees after a poor performance at the polls.

27 May 17:22 The Citizen 410802301701862111.html
Police arraigns notorious cultists over murder, arson, malicious damage in Osun

Osun State Police Command on Wednesday arrainged some of the notorious 'Apete Isagba' cult members terrorising Ede town...

27 May 17:18 Vanguard News 4125100339621596774.html
US revokes Hong Kong special status as furor grows on China law

The US law says that Hong Kong would lose the trading advantages, including lower tariffs, that it enjoys with the world's largest economy.

27 May 17:44 The Citizen 410802302073077040.html
Formal inquiry will consider care home crisis and ‘every aspect’ of coronavirus response, says Nicola Sturgeon

A formal inquiry will be launched into the Scottish Government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and the ongoing crisis in Scotland's care homes, Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed.

27 May 17:06 The Courier 4275302766859715041.html
9 deaths reported on board migrant trains since Monday, Railways says most had underlying conditions

Nine passengers have been found dead in ‘Shramik Special’ trains since Monday and they included a woman whose toddler son was seen trying to wake her up in a heart wrenching scene at a railway platform in Bihar.

27 May 17:28 India Today 4286117812730296390.html
India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

27 May 17:30 manilastandard.net 4715274784276221215.html
Arsenal Women fined £50,000 by Football Association after being found guilty of discrimination against former youth team coach

Arsenal Women FC have been fined £50,000 ($61,100) by the Football Association after being found guilty of discrimination against a former youth team coach in 2014.

27 May 17:12 Firstpost 4760741711857482492.html
MP: Newly-married couple, 100 others quarantined as kin who attended wedding test corona positive

The kin of the couple, a CISF jawan, had also stayed at his native place in the Junnardeo area of Chhindwara and then visited some relatives before his test results came.

27 May 17:07 The New Indian Express 4718288653462249200.html
No new reports of fighting despite Afghan ceasefire ending

Appeals for the Taliban to extend a ceasefire with Afghan forces went unanswered Wednesday, but there were no reports of major violence and the militants said they would release some government prisoners.

27 May 17:45 manilastandard.net 4715274784637042089.html
Three more coronavirus deaths recorded at Bristol and North Somerset hospitals

Questions remain over the death toll at one of the trusts

27 May 17:26 BristolLive 4740742017050560781.html
Major Peshawar hospital refusing new virus patients after reaching full capacity

Hayatabad Medical Complex says patient inflow has increased 3 to 4 times in the last two weeks.

27 May 17:22 DAWN.COM 4500271767009626731.html
Fear Engulfs City Hall After Officer Tests Positive For COVID-19

Fear has engulfed City Hall after an officer in the procurement department tested positive for Coronavirus.At least 10 officers have been urged to test for the virus and isolate following the posi

27 May 17:08 KahawaTungu 3304128541855696810.html
Covid-19: Kashmir reports two more deaths; J&K toll 26

Two more people have died due to novel coronavirus in Kashmir Valley, officials said on Wednesday. These fatalities take the death toll due to the disease

27 May 17:28 Greater Kashmir 4662909092761328914.html
Madras HC declares Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa Jayakumar, nephew Deepak as legal heirs of former Tamil Nadu CM

A Madras High Court bench Wednesday said that Deepak and Deepa are second class legal heirs of the late chief minister Jayalalithaa, being the son and daughter of her late brother Jayakumar

27 May 17:30 Firstpost 4760741712084193844.html
Andhra High Court Initiates Contempt Proceedings Against YSR Congress MP, 48 Others For Threatening Judges

A series of verdicts, apparently against political vested interests, have irked AP ruling party leaders.

27 May 17:34 Swarajya 4977622828426855965.html
Why only one flight to TN so far, ask desperate Tamils stranded in the UK

More than 300 Tamils stranded in the UK are trying to get back. They have written numerous petitions and even protested outside the Indian High Commission in London but there has been no response.

27 May 17:02 The New Indian Express 4718288654211106200.html
Like Scindia, Rae Bareli Congress MLA Aditi Singh Too Removes ‘Congress’ From Her Twitter Bio

Just before switching over to the BJP, Scindia had also dropped INC from his profile on social media.

27 May 17:16 Swarajya 4977622829121935045.html
Russia seizes 40 tonnes of embargoed European cheeses

Russia on Wednesday seized 40 tonnes of European cheeses smuggled into the country in breach of an embargo on EU food imports, the customs service said.

27 May 17:00 Digital Journal 4566489171706009848.html
As China Seeks Support On Hong Kong, India Has The Opportunity To Revive Relations On New Terms

Any serious observer of India-China relations would first point out the lack of reciprocity in it.

27 May 17:12 Swarajya 4977622828934317437.html
CISF Personnel Deployed At Delhi Airport, DMRC Test Positive For Covid-19 In Last 24 Hours

A total of 22 new coronavirus cases were reported among CISF personnel in the last 24 hours, taking total such cases in the central force across the country to 95.

27 May 17:43 Swarajya 4977622829817732276.html
Trump tweet throws House surveillance debate into chaos

“I hope all Republican House Members vote NO on FISA,” the president wrote.

27 May 17:27 Ars Technica 5028555106303952633.html
The man who filmed his encounter with a woman in Central Park says her actions were 'definitely racist,' but he's asking people to stop making death threats against her, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Christian Cooper told CNN that he thinks Amy Cooper's apology is sincere, and has asked people to stop making death threats toward her.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 17:58 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408755486788565.html
Machinery Must Be Used For Shifting Heavy Items

Machinery should be used for shifting heavy items – not staff. That is the message from WorkSafe after a worker on an Otago dairy farm was left with a spinal injury.

27 May 17:11 SCOOP 5315658999984151183.html
Netanyahu's attorneys: Investigate police who threatened PM - Inside Israel

Attorneys for PM file complaint after anonymous police officials say Netanyahu will not receive favored treatment in future invetigation.

27 May 17:54 Israel National News 5374683669692263761.html
Worst attack in years: Locusts reach major parts of India, damage crops

Locusts swarms entered major districts of India and could head towards Maharashtra's districts damages crops, the worst attack in 26 years.

27 May 17:19 TechGenyz 5378425014900339715.html
JUDGES 4:4

Throughout Jewish history, many women have followed the example of Devora, described in this verse as both a prophetess and a judge, by taking positions of leadership on behalf of their people. One example dates to the early Renaissance period, when another Jewish woman emerged as a great leader of her people. At the time,…

27 May 17:41 Breaking Israel News 540123160732424540.html
Broxtowe MP breaks silence over Dominic Cummings, saying he ‘didn’t breach lockdown guidelines’

However he said he wouldn't have personally taken the trip to Barnard Castle

27 May 17:53 NottinghamshireLive 5149776702250241586.html
COVID-19: Nigeria considers morning, afternoon classes for schools resumption

The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has said it will soon release guidelines for the reopening of schools across the country.

27 May 17:16 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729300323663683.html
SSS releases Nigerian journalist Kufre Carter - Premium Times Nigeria

A sports journalist in Akwa Ibom State, Kufre Carter, has been released from the custody of Nigeria’s secret police, SSS.

27 May 17:10 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729300824248251.html
Five Arrested In Northland Meth Operation

Northland Police have arrested five people as part of an ongoing operation targeting the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine in the region.

27 May 17:12 SCOOP 5315658998452528667.html
Trump threatens social media shutdown amid checks from Twitter

The tension between social networking platform, Twitter, and Donald Trump, escalated on Wednesday when Mr Trump reacted angrily to a fact-check

27 May 17:45 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299724656444.html
Hema Malini dissociates herself from Kent’s ‘classist’ ad against maids, company chairman issues public apology

BJP MP Hema Malini has dissociated herself with the controversial ad placed by Kent RO Systems after Twitterati exploded in anger, accusing the company of being classist. The controversy was triggered by Kent's ad promoting its new product, an atta maker.

27 May 17:21 Janta Ka Reporter 5554720206596070440.html
Huawei Meng's US extradition case hinges on key ruling in Canada on Wednesday

A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on a key aspect of Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the United ...

27 May 17:11 CNA 5644198862458961197.html
Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests ...

27 May 17:39 CNA 5644198862254001670.html
Huawei CFO Meng loses key court argument in fight against extradition to United States

A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on a key aspect of Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the United ...

27 May 17:11 CNA 5644198862556394662.html
Stranded overseas, Chinese vent anger on aviation regulator

Chinese citizens, stranded abroad after the coronavirus pandemic caused thousands of flight cancellations, are taking their anger out on China's ...

27 May 17:23 CNA 5644198864265146298.html
Huawei CFO Meng loses key court fight against extradition to United States

Huawei Technologies Co's Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou was dealt a setback by a Canadian court on Wednesday as she tries to avoid ...

27 May 17:11 CNA 5644198863561196225.html
Ontario to make long-term care announcement after 'horrific' military report

TORONTO — Premier Doug Ford is set to make an announcement related to long-term care today, a day after a military report revealed allegations about five homes that the premier has called "horrific.

27 May 17:04 KitchenerToday.com 52741008786602532.html
More False Mail-In Ballot Claims from Trump

California will send every registered voter in the state a mail-in ballot for the November general election. But President Donald Trump falsely said, on Twitter and at the White House, that the ballots would go to "anyone living in the state, no matter who they are or how they got there" and "people that aren’t citizens."

27 May 17:52 FactCheck.org 5460849092976423028.html
‘The pilot's testing his eyesight’ - Dublin Airport aims dig at Boris Johnson's advisor Dominic Cummings

Political advisor Dominic Cummings has lost the support of not only the British public, but the Dublin Airport Twitter account.

27 May 17:51 independent 5894610845722544433.html
Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh to announce decision on lifting of extension of lockdown on May 30

Punjab had 2,106 COVID-19 cases, including 1,918 cured/discharged and 40 deaths.

27 May 17:00 newsx.com 5974563061766832523.html
Iran's Rohani Calls For Stricter Laws On 'Honor Killings' After Beheading Of 13-Year-Old Girl

Iranian President Hassan Rohani has called for harsher laws to tackle so-called "honor killings" after the particularly shocking slaying of a teenage girl, allegedly by her father, prompted a nationwide outcry.

27 May 17:02 Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty 5891794163378053494.html
Twitter tried to correct Trump's falsehoods about vote by mail, but the platform's first fact-check on the president's tweets was itself misleading

The confusing and misleading parts of their fact-check show the difficulty that accompanies social media platforms acting as fact-checkers, too.

27 May 17:14 Business Insider 6060062399618178393.html
White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany, who has promoted conspiracy theories about mail-in-voting fraud, voted by mail 11 times over the past 10 years

Like his press secretary, Trump also votes by mail in Florida, despite his false claims about fraud.

27 May 17:54 Business Insider 6060062400887786294.html
Hong Kong's autonomy from China gone: Pompeo

China News: The United States on Wednesday revoked Hong Kong's special status under US law, paving the way to strip trading privileges for the financial hub as W

27 May 17:44 The Times of India 6060938663267730935.html
Assam flood situation worsens; 1 dead, nearly 3 lakh affected in 11 districts

India News: The flood situation in Assam worsened on Wednesday with one person losing his life and nearly three lakh people suffering in the deluge across 11 dist

27 May 17:33 The Times of India 6060938664559953369.html
Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman

The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims

27 May 17:28 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773348080994.html
Group of NY Pastors Rally in Preparation to Reopen on Sunday

Seventy pastors assembled at Old Time Baptist Church in Hamburg,

27 May 17:45 Townhall 6083908948709354675.html
WHO creates new foundation in a bid for more funds

It comes after the US threatened to pull funding from the global health body.

27 May 17:13 Jersey Evening Post 6141642775335431614.html
Mike Ashley fails in bid to trigger investigation into struggling Debenhams

Lawyers representing Mr Ashley’s Frasers Group, which owns nearly a third of Debenhams’ shares, asked a judge to appoint a ‘provisional liquidator’

27 May 17:58 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774569265270.html
Lawsuit over festival refunds

Two men are suing organizers of Ultra Music Festival, claiming they were denied refunds after the the three-day electronic dance music festival in Miami was cancelled in March because of the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 17:55 Castanet 616068601413735179.html
Karnataka to have a state health registry, pilot project from Chikkaballapura

'A first of its kind initiative 'State Health Register' will be a robust and standardized health repository of all citizens,' Karnataka’s Medical Education Minister K.Sudhakar said in a statement.

27 May 17:23 Livemint 6614605818811880054.html
Mumbai Police's 'gag order' challenged in Bombay High Court

The political scene in Maharashtra is hot after a BJP leaders demanded imposition of the President's rule in the state citing the present government's failure in handling the coronavirus situation

27 May 17:39 Livemint 6614605818917389612.html
Belgium, France arrest dozens over UK migrant truck deaths

Police in Belgium and France have arrested 26 suspected people smugglers over the death of 39 Vietnamese migrants in a refrigerated truck in the United Kingdom last year.

27 May 17:10 Aljazeera 6642629763122487146.html
Glasgow Christmas Eve rapist told 80-year-old woman she was ‘like his granny’ as he faces potential life sentence

A JUDGE may impose a life sentence on a man who smashed his way into an 80-year-old woman’s home and raped her. John Laming, 32, struck on Christmas Eve 2019 at a house in Rutherglen just 12 …

27 May 17:55 The Scottish Sun 6609127673912616236.html
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors in early June

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to re

27 May 17:56 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245452875001.html
Two students from Telangana killed in road accident

‘They were going to Srikakulam from Bhupalpally on a bike’

27 May 17:08 The Hindu 6679535024334554889.html
Demand to reintroduce overnight express train

Connectivity between coastal and Mysuru regions lost owing to cancellation, say patrons

27 May 17:41 The Hindu 6679535024291718636.html
3-year-old falls into borewell even as mother watches

Incident happens within half an hour after it was dug

27 May 17:37 The Hindu 6679535024490043934.html
Assess capacity of COVID-19 helplines: HC to govts.

Court takes notice of video showing man struggling to get help for his mother

27 May 17:59 The Hindu 6679535024594864930.html
Case registered for spreading false information

The Hassan city police registered a case against a person who allegedly recorded and circulated a video revealing the identity of a COVID-19 patient, accusing her of hiding information about her trave

27 May 17:50 The Hindu 6679535024466848146.html
Karnataka HC issues SOP for partially resuming courts

The High Court of Karnataka has issued Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the High Court and the district courts for resuming partial functioning of the courts across the State from June 1.While t

27 May 17:32 The Hindu 6679535024511805241.html
Govt. warns schools still not teaching Kannada

Every student studying in State must learn the language: Suresh Kumar

27 May 17:01 The Hindu 6679535024617690662.html
Mumbai to add 40 ICU beds at Worli jumbo facility as covid-19 tally rises to 34,018

Presently, there are over 1,000 isolation beds at the BKC Modular Hospital, while the Racecourse Modular Hospital at Mahalaxmi has 300 beds and 650 beds are operational at NSCI dome in Worli

27 May 17:30 Livemint 6614605818041872388.html
Nepal's proposal to validate new map delayed

South Asia News: The Nepal government's proposal for a Constitutional amendment to revise Nepal's map in the national emblem has run into rough weather despite PM K P

27 May 17:50 The Times of India 6060938663565067558.html
Locust threat is bigger this year, warns Agriculture Ministry monitor

A huge challenge is likely to emerge when the swarms flying over 20 districts in Rajasthan start breeding.

27 May 17:18 The Hindu 6679535024461735931.html
CPI urges CM to stop coal block privatisation

The Communist Party of India (CPI) has requested Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao to prevent the attempts of the Centre to privatise 11 coal blocks of Singareni Collieries, as part of its stimulus

27 May 17:40 The Hindu 6679535024335539855.html
Gas leak tragedy: one more dies in hospital

P. Venkayamma (73) of Venkatapuram, who was affected by the styrene monomer vapour from the LG Polymers plant, died while undergoing treatment at the King George Hospital (KGH) on Tuesday night.While

27 May 17:42 The Hindu 6679535024744398834.html
‘Abide by HC direction on migrant crisis’

Medchal collective seeks State govt’s intervention to ensure their safe travel

27 May 17:34 The Hindu 6679535024654621218.html
CM to chair meeting with Collectors on Friday

Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami is scheduled to chair a videoconference meeting with all District Collectors on Friday.On Saturday, he is scheduled to hold a meeting with public health and medi

27 May 17:54 The Hindu 6679535024771000280.html
T.K. Jose to be State’s new Home Secretary

The State government goes in for major bureaucratic reshuffle

27 May 17:31 The Hindu 6679535024712794980.html
NHRC notice to U.P. over man’s death

19-year-old dies of starvation after walking for six days from Ludhiana

27 May 17:49 The Hindu 6679535024898871678.html
Video shows patients lying on sidewalks

CM thanks BJP for exposing deficiencies at GTB Hospital

27 May 17:55 The Hindu 6679535024897067023.html
Coronavirus lockdown | Migrant workers returning to Bihar jump off trains to flee isolation

Most of those returning to Bihar want the government to allow them to isolate themselves at home

27 May 17:37 The Hindu 6679535024777626417.html
Recovered patients more than active cases in Odisha

The people who have recovered from COVID-19 outnumbered the active patients in Odisha for the first time on Wednesday. The State’s recovery rate crossed 50%-mark when 79 more persons were discharged f

27 May 17:51 The Hindu 6679535024942121568.html
Only quality education will help eradicate poverty, says CM

‘Substantial funds being allocated to the sector to help children derive maximum benefit’

27 May 17:56 The Hindu 6679535024849502743.html
Villagers evacuated as gas leaks from borewell in West Godavari

Tension prevailed at Vemavaram village in Achanta mandal of West Godavari district when gas leaked from a borewell on Wednesday.Repair works were under way at the brorewell when the gas leaked and the

27 May 17:49 The Hindu 6679535025125946972.html
Rise in fake posts spreading COVID-based canards: CM

Fake social media posts targeting individuals in the name of having contracted COVID-19 is on the rise, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said on Wednesday.In Alappuzha, a set of miscreants attempted to

27 May 17:30 The Hindu 6679535025057787090.html
Eight injured as rival YSRCP groups clash in Kadapa

Over twenty activists taken into custody

27 May 17:55 The Hindu 6679535025121666528.html
Resume physical courts from June 1, Bar Council urges CJI

‘Only a handful of advocates benefits from virtual court system’

27 May 17:05 The Hindu 6679535025081778694.html
Unorganised workers likely to be brought under special package

‘Govt. largesse has given a boost to the morale of those hit by lockdown’

27 May 17:26 The Hindu 6679535024628802159.html
Cong. power point presentation on river water diversion

AICC secretary explains how several districts in TS were likely to go dry

27 May 17:43 The Hindu 6679535025285951722.html
Kerala carrying out maintenance work in Siruvani Reservoir

City’s water supply not to be affected

27 May 17:33 The Hindu 6679535025337603720.html
Visakhapatnam gas leak: South Korean expert drops plan to leave the country

A South Korean expert who had come to the city to probe the styrene vapour leak from the LG Polymers plant, dropped his plan to leave the country in the last minute, on Wednesday. Also read: HC orders

27 May 17:59 The Hindu 6679535025725615825.html
BJP, JSP launch ‘Vizagnot for sale’ campaign

‘It is imprudent to sell away prime land for doling out freebies’

27 May 17:18 The Hindu 6679535025934259155.html
PU evaluation work inMangaluru from today

Govt. agrees to provide transport and food to evaluators

27 May 17:27 The Hindu 6679535025842730850.html
Nehru put India on path of self-reliance: Priyanka Gandhi

Cong. leaders pay tribute to first PM

27 May 17:29 The Hindu 6679535025905841187.html
Probe into complaints by patients ordered

Deputy Commissioner S.B. Bommanahalli has ordered an inquiry into complaints by some persons isolated in the district designated COVID-19 hospital and other quarantine centres. The primary complaint w

27 May 17:28 The Hindu 6679535025997712344.html
Rajapaksa’s office responds to report

Responding to the report ‘Sri Lanka will not tolerate targeting of war heroes: Gotabaya Rajapaksa' published on May 20 in The Hindu, the office of the President of Sri Lanka, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, h

27 May 17:41 The Hindu 6679535025957232278.html
All shops, barring malls, to be open from today

Opening of shops on alternate days has only led to more crowding: govt.

27 May 17:29 The Hindu 6679535026007775908.html
Hong Kong body will play an advisory role: China’s political advisory body

The city’s government will retain enforcement powers, says key Chinese official.

27 May 17:50 The Hindu 6679535026048030805.html
‘Evergreen Chamarajanagar’ initiative keeps district free of COVID-19

Initiative vests the public with responsibility to ensure social distancing, hygiene

27 May 17:18 The Hindu 6679535026023873671.html
Foodgrains procurement centres to close by May 31

CM tells Agriculture dept. to focus on crop season from June

27 May 17:18 The Hindu 6679535026123090573.html
Jogger exposes himself to woman in popular park - she is scared there will be other victims

'I was just in shock and I was scared. It's serious because you don't know what it could lead to'

27 May 17:14 men 6694993427920929723.html
Emily Maitlis’ Newsnight opener on Dominic Cummings breached BBC’s 'impartiality guidelines'

The Newsnight episode began with a discussion on the Dominic Cummings row after his movements during April's lockdown were revealed

27 May 17:17 men 6694993428049508911.html
A young motorcyclist has died in a serious crash on the M62 near Salford

The man, thought to be in his twenties, sadly died at the scene

27 May 17:20 men 6694993429041407047.html
Child's body pulled from river close to where missing toddlers last seen holding hands

The body of a child has been recovered from a river in Tulsa in Oklahoma, but has not yet been identified. Fears are growing it may be linked to missing toddlers Miracle and Tony Crook who police believe may have come to harm

27 May 17:25 mirror 675785261540348014.html
BMW set on fire in suspected arson

Police are appealing for information after a BMW was set on fire in a suspected arson.

27 May 17:39 East Anglian Daily Times 681138152040122433.html
Uncertainty over next chairman as ICC denies T20 World Cup is postponed

Shashank Manohar is prepared to stay on as International Cricket Council chairman to oversee a "smooth transition" to a new leader.

27 May 17:03 Sport 682566035306194726.html
Canada investigating alleged dumping of steel imports from five countries

Anti-dumping duties will be applied for an initial period of five years if the Canadian International Trade Tribunal subsequently concurs that the imports injured domestic producers

27 May 17:12 The Globe and Mail 68426411533858001.html
"Unprecedented move": Russia envoy to OSCE trying to interrupt Ukrainian speech on Crimea

Unfortunately, Ukraine's dialogue with Russia has turned into a monologue, a Ukrainian MP said earlier.

27 May 17:40 UNIAN 6863008971182176041.html
Canadian researcher who falsified scientific data wins medical licence back

In a recent 3-2 decision, a disciplinary committee with Ontario’s medical regulator concluded Dr. Sophie Jamal had shown remorse, had been punished enough, and was at no risk to reoffend

27 May 17:54 The Globe and Mail 68426409977061143.html
Trump, Biden take on each other over the issue of wearing face mask

US President Trump has been refusing to appear in public wearing a face mask even as his country accounts for the highest number of Covid-19 deaths in the world.

27 May 17:45 Hindustan Times 696565559108263826.html
Tropical Storm Bertha lashes South Carolina in sunrise surprise that could affect NASA SpaceX launch

"Life-threatening" flash flooding is expected across parts of Virginia, and South and North Carolina, after Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall sooner than expected.NASA satellites are closely watching the storm as it prepares to send two astronauts to space in a historic launch aboard SpaceX

27 May 17:15 Yahoo 7097669637557092482.html
PM Boris grilled on adviser row but won’t budge

Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced forensic questions on the conduct of his controversial chief adviser Dominic Cummings from members of the Liaison Committee of the House of Commons on Wednesday.

27 May 17:33 Hindustan Times 696565558520530613.html
Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

Republicans warned on Wednesday that legislation passed by the Democratic-controlled U.S. House of Representatives during the coronavirus pandemic may not become law if lawmakers are allowed to cast votes remotely under a new voting system. A day after filing a federal lawsuit to overturn rules allowing

27 May 17:11 Yahoo 7097669637221443480.html
All three Detroit automakers have had workers test positive for COVID-19 since plants reopened

The U.S. auto industry reopened many plants last week after a two-month shutdown due to the global pandemic

27 May 17:34 The Globe and Mail 68426411592345366.html
Court: Mental provider not liable in Florida school shooting

A mental health provider cannot be held liable for the actions of a man accused of a 2018 Florida high school massacre, an appeals court ruled Wednesday. Cruz had multiple mental issues, including a fascination with violence, weapons and death, but was eventually mainstreamed into Marjory Stoneman Douglas

27 May 17:16 Yahoo 7097669637868208383.html
The Republican Lawmakers Calling Out Trump on His Scarborough Murder Insanity

While President Donald Trump’s allies largely stood silent as the president continues to push baseless murder conspiracies against Morning Joe host Joe Scarborough, several Republican lawmakers have sounded off and called out the president for peddling the lies.Over the past several weeks, the president

27 May 17:52 Yahoo 7097669637919957921.html
African Development Bank chief hits back over graft accusations

The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption and vowed to continue working. In a press statement, Adesina slammed "unprecedented attempts by some to tarnish my reputation" and declared "I will... continue to

27 May 17:36 Yahoo 7097669637901769636.html
Revolutionary changes made in A.P.’s education sector: Minister

Welfare schemes will help underprivileged students chase their dreams, he says

27 May 17:38 The Hindu 6679535026179338165.html
Spain falls silent at start of 10-day mourning for COVID-19 victims

27,000 people have died as a result of the pandemic.

27 May 17:07 euronews 7318238121325567129.html
New documentary tells the story of Ireland's pro-choice abortion referendum campaign

The 8th documentary charts the grassroots activism that led to 67% of the Republic of Ireland voting to repeal the Eight Amendment of Ireland's Consitution two years ago. A new documentary, The 8th, will premiere online from May 28th at the Hot Docs Film Festival. The documentary...

27 May 17:25 IrishCentral 7319968744094763587.html
Locust Menace: UP, Maharashtra, Punjab on High Alert; Centre Steps up Efforts; Drones to be Deployed Soon

As per updates, about 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now.

27 May 17:57 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386082715873793.html
Donald Trump calls reporter who wore face mask to ask question 'politically correct'

Donald Trump has called a reporter who insisted on wearing a face mask while asking a question “politically correct” as his clash with Joe Biden over whether to wear one escalated. The US president denied he was mocking Mr Biden, the likely Democratic presidential nominee, for wearing a mask at a recent

27 May 17:59 Yahoo 7097669638210210361.html
Author and anchor Emily Maitlis has become Newsnight’s most recognisable face

She has served as a political editor and presenter on the BBC programme.

27 May 17:17 Express & Star 7324224459013370461.html
Mike Ashley fails in bid to trigger investigation into struggling Debenhams

Lawyers representing Mr Ashley’s Frasers Group, which owns nearly a third of Debenhams’ shares, asked a judge to appoint a ‘provisional liquidator’

27 May 17:57 Express & Star 7324224460033861750.html
WHO creates new foundation in a bid for more funds

It comes after the US threatened to pull funding from the global health body.

27 May 17:12 Express & Star 7324224460800028094.html
Man caught with over $138,000 in cash at Logan Airport after missing his flight

Missing a flight is never fun, but for one traveler, it was an incredibly expensive mistake.

27 May 17:15 Fox News 7362823819640926637.html
Biden says officers must be held ‘fully accountable’ in George Floyd’s death

Former Vice President Joe Biden on Wednesday insisted that the police officers involved in the case of a black man in Minnesota who died after being pinned to the ground with a knee to his throat need to be held “fully accountable.”

27 May 17:11 Fox News 7362823819648643342.html
CNN’s Dana Bash ridiculed for Joe Biden interview: 'So much for journalism'

 CNN’s Dana Bash sat down with presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden on Tuesday in an interview that has been condemned by critics on both sides of the aisle. 

27 May 17:58 Fox News 7362823819803814904.html
Sunny Hostin says Amy Klobuchar as VP is a 'nonstarter' for black community

"The View" co-host Sunny Hostin indicated on Wednesday that choosing Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., as his running mate wouldn't help former Vice President Joe Biden with African Americans.

27 May 17:35 Fox News 7362823821347081778.html
Memorial Day weekend crowds, rain-soaked Missouri river results in 23 rescues, 1 drowning death

The city of Noel Fire Department said on Facebook that a total of 23 river rescues were made over the three-day weekend, including 21 on Saturday alone. 

27 May 17:11 Fox News 7362823820423967764.html
Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman

The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims

27 May 17:26 Express & Star 7324224458812677474.html
Bipartisan opposition leaves surveillance bill in doubt

Legislation extending surveillance authorities that the FBI sees as vital in fighting terrorism was thrown into doubt as President Donald Trump threatened a veto and Republican leaders and top liberal Democrats said they would oppose it. House Democratic leaders abruptly adjourned without considering

27 May 17:59 Yahoo 7097669637631555521.html
CAN, NSCIA submit guidelines for reopening of worship places to PTF

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) have submitted their various guidelines for the reopening of worship places to the Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19.

27 May 17:58 The Guardian 7580308504503224423.html
Steve Bannon wins case to set up political academy in Italy

ROME – Steve Bannon, the former adviser to US President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy’s culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political

27 May 17:47 New York Post 7654946767603959127.html
Cities being “hung out to dry” on COVID-19 funding

What's the holdup? The issue has become “a jurisdictional hot potato" says the union representing Canada's municipal employees

27 May 17:39 NOW 7434691885426679338.html
Water safety stressed after rescues off west Cork

The Irish Coast Guard has issued a warning about water safety, following two separate incidents in west Cork this afternoon in which six people were swept out to sea.

27 May 17:25 RTE.ie 7595237278485245754.html
Opposition frustrated as they thought Yogi government would fail on coronavirus: Dinesh Sharma

They thought the UP government would fail on the coronavirus situation and they would get a chance politically. But they are frustrated as the coronavirus cases are under control — in fact, our mortality rate is among the lowest at 2.5%, we have done maximum quarantine of people and are doing over 10,000 tests daily,” Sharma said.

27 May 17:09 The Economic Times 7653256037333877603.html
Toronto releases maps showing COVID-19 hotspots

The virus is present in every single neighbourhood in the city

27 May 17:10 NOW 7434691887088660368.html
Steve Bannon wins battle to set up Italy political academy

A regional court ruled for the Dignitatis Humanae Institute think-tank, which Bannon backs, against a previous decision that blocked the school starting up in an 800-year-old monastery south of Rome.

27 May 17:45 The Jakarta Post 7678601102766565231.html
In Spain, food aid queues grow as poverty outpaces 2008 crisis

Accepting food handouts for the first time has become reality for thousands in Spain where poverty has soared during the epidemic, echoing the 2008 crisis from which many have barely recovered. 

27 May 17:45 The Jakarta Post 7678601103329856139.html
Trump offers to mediate India-China border dispute

The US president had also once offered to “help” in the disputed region of Kashmir, triggering a political storm in India

27 May 17:07 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363073866883.html
New Jersey judge who told rape victim to ‘close your legs’ loses job

TRENTON, NJ — A judge who suggested that a woman seeking a restraining order could “close your legs” to prevent a sexual assault was removed from the bench Tuesday by the New Jersey Supreme

27 May 17:56 New York Post 7654946767734110905.html
CPPCC holds closing meeting of annual session, receives 5,488 proposals from advisors

The closing meeting of the third session of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), China's top political advisory body, was held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Wednesday, after completing all the items on its agenda.

27 May 17:32 Global Times 7829414519860578009.html
Two women arrested in N.B. after 53 firearms, large quantity of drugs seized

Two women have been arrested in New Brunswick after police seized dozens of firearms and drugs in connection with an ongoing investigation.

27 May 17:34 Atlantic 8060955782720586984.html
Watch: Toddler tries to wake dead mother in Bihar's Muzaffarpur railway station

The incident occurred on May 25 (Monday) at Bihar’s Muzaffarpur railway station

27 May 17:31 Deccan Chronicle 7881006363796478464.html
Ires defends 40% fee hike for its chairman

Remuneration committee increases Declan Moylan’s fees to €140,000 a year from February 2019

27 May 17:16 The Irish Times 8204772967735191490.html
China praises Russian FM comments slamming US over interference in HK

China totally agrees with and speaks highly of Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's comments that Hong Kong affairs are China's domestic issue, and the US response to the proposed national security law on Hong Kong exposes its sense of superiority, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said at a press conference on Wednesday.

27 May 17:44 Global Times 7829414519926952433.html
Man denies contempt of court order to vacate repossessed house

Proceedings by Start Mortgages against Patrick Ryan are adjourned to next month

27 May 17:51 The Irish Times 8204772968748795398.html
Police want to trace this man after bag snatch at Yardley bus stop

West Midlands Police has issued an appeal to trace the man following the incident which took place on May 5, at 1.20pm

27 May 17:14 birminghammail 8288260686128372850.html
U.S. won't certify Hong Kong's autonomy from China, jeopardizing trade status

May 27 (UPI) -- Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday he has officially notified Congress that Hong Kong is in effect no longer autonomous from mainland China.

27 May 17:16 UPI 8257973865750506548.html
The man who filmed his encounter with a woman in Central Park says her actions were ‘definitely racist,’ but he’s asking people to stop making death threats against her

Christian Cooper, who filmed a video of a white woman calling the police on him in New York’s Central Park over Memorial Day Weekend, told CNN that her actions were “definitely racist,” but he wants people to stop making death threats against her.

27 May 17:58 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882071219157.html
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc for the first time added a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president's claims.

27 May 17:10 Bdnews24 8119004129587386510.html
France says resumed Brexit talks going badly

PARIS (Reuters) - French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said on Wednesday that Brexit talks, which have resumed following an interruption caused by the coronavirus crisis, were not going well.

27 May 17:07 Reuters 8334514180192352017.html
Saudi-led coalition says it downs Houthi drones launched at Najran

DUBAI (Reuters) - The Saudi-led coalition engaged in Yemen said its forces intercepted and downed drones launched by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement towards the Saudi border city of Najran on Wednesday in the first such incident since late March.

27 May 17:41 Reuters 8334514180034600854.html
Ireland may decide next week to speed up reopening plan

DUBLIN (Reuters) - Ireland may next week speed up the reopening of its economy if coronavirus infections remain low, Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said on Wednesday, though its chief medical officer said he was likely to advise against any such move.

27 May 17:56 Reuters 8334514179795890599.html
Zimbabwe's coronavirus cases double in a day to 132: government

HARARE (Reuters) - The number of coronavirus cases in Zimbabwe has more than doubled to 132 over the past 24 hours, a government spokesman said on Wednesday.

27 May 17:24 Reuters 8334514180514232481.html
Italy records 117 new coronavirus deaths, 584 new cases

ROME (Reuters) - Deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic in Italy climbed by 117 on Wednesday, against 78 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said, while the daily tally of new cases climbed to 584 from 397 on Tuesday.

27 May 17:02 Reuters 8334514180761801395.html
Frankfurt Book Fair to go ahead on schedule in October

FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Frankfurt’s annual book fair - the world’s largest - will take place as scheduled in mid-October, its organisers said on Wednesday, a sign of some return to normality amid the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 17:42 Reuters 8334514181289262732.html
LeBron James joins athletes voicing outrage over death of unarmed black man after arrest

(Reuters) - LeBron James was among a number of high-profile athletes who took to social media to speak out on the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street while a white police officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

27 May 17:13 Reuters 8334514180643273168.html
Phillip Schofield sparks Ofcom complaints over comments on This Morning

The presenter recently hit back at criticism

27 May 17:27 Entertainment Daily 8392972516803558375.html
40 villagers killed in massacre in northeast Congo

Suspected Islamist militants have killed at least 40 people in northeastern Congo, a rights group said on Wednesday, the latest in a wave of attacks against civilians in the mountainous jungles near the Ugandan border. Fighters from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) group, which was driven out of Uganda in…

27 May 17:41 Japan Today 8582716285382647014.html
Covid-19: Kent RO withdraws ad against house helps kneading dough, issues apology

The healthcare products company had claimed that their machine should be used to knead dough as ‘her hands may be infected’.

27 May 17:29 Scroll.in 8669301692815684388.html
NSAC approves upcoming UFC, boxing events in Vegas

Two UFC events -- UFC Fight Night this Saturday and UFC 250 on June 6 -- as well as two Top Rank boxing events, on June 9 and 11, were approved by the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Wednesday.

27 May 17:21 ESPN 8538773402583328935.html
People fined for not wearing masks in Pulwama

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

27 May 17:23 Rising Kashmir 9025326238079652955.html
Over 3500 Shramik Special trains carrying over 48 lakh passengers organised till date: Railway Ministry

The Ministry of Railways on Wednesday informed that over 3,500 Shramik special trains have been originated till now by Indian Railways carrying more than 48 lakh passengers to various destinations.

27 May 17:23 Free Press Journal 9080771788034650760.html
Pakistan won’t support any move where IPL is given preference over T20 World Cup, says PCB official

International Cricket Council meetings will begin on Thursday to discuss the fate of the T20 World Cup.

27 May 17:16 Scroll.in 8669301694114701724.html
Mohave County reports first COVID-19 case in jail system

Mohave County officials say they have confirmed the first known case of coronavirus within the county's detention center system.

27 May 17:52 ABC15 Arizona 911680911550920105.html
Edmonds man, 22, dies after falling from Little Mount Si climbing area near North Bend

The man was in a designated climbing area with a friend when he slipped and fell, landing on one of the trails below, said a sheriff's spokesman.

27 May 17:07 The Seattle Times 9121942836703801443.html
Patients flee Soroti hospital after admission of 4 corona cases

Doctors in Soroti regional referral hospital are in a dilemma as patients are secretly escaping from their wards following the admission of COVID19 patients last...

27 May 17:41 New Vision 9103146372556709722.html
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial center on Wednesday and arrested about 240 people as national security legislation proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

27 May 17:00 The Jakarta Post 7678601102746181692.html
Turtle smashes through car windshield and nearly decapitates passenger

'If that glass wasn't as thick as it was and I didn't slow down the way I did when I saw the object coming, it would have been disastrous,'

27 May 17:57 Metro 970161747672700338.html
Newsnight's Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded' of the corporation's impartiality rules.

27 May 17:14 The Irish News 993066121279083.html
Crowds take advantage of latest easing of lockdown restrictions in Northern Ireland as car parks of forests and country parks re-opened

CROWDS of people yesterday took advantage of the latest easing of lockdown restrictions in Northern Ireland as car parks of forests and country parks were re-opened.

27 May 17:25 The Irish News 993066452629782.html
Huge Washington state unemployment fraud a warning to other states amid coronavirus pandemic

Washington's race to help newly laid-off residents as the coronavirus pandemic ravaged the economy left it vulnerable to such scams, and last week officials hinted at the scope of the damage done: hundreds of millions of dollars paid out in fake claims.

27 May 17:52 ABC7 New York 7327811148737355589.html
J&K Govt Extends Ban On High Speed Internet Till June 17

Ignoring the calls for resumption of 4G internet services in the UT over coronavirus pandemic, the JK Govt on Wednesday extended ban on high speed internet till June 17

27 May 18:06 Kashmir Observer 1268422869610421341.html
Mary-Kate Olsen's estranged husband Olivier Sarkozy moved ex-wife Charlotte and their kids into Hamptons home to keep them 'safe from COVID'

During his breakup from his his wife Mary-Kate Olsen this April, Olivier Sarkozy allegedly moved his ex-wife Charlotte Bernard and their children into their home in the Hamptons.

27 May 18:34 Mail Online 124328111741525677.html
Jhansi on alert against locusts, fire brigade ready to spray insecticide

A swarm had earlier attacked some parts of Jhansi district ion May 22 and 24 but an already alert administration, with the help of local people, eliminated over a half of it.

27 May 18:14 The Financial Express 1288289580542416994.html
Pending Class 10, 12 Board exams: Students who moved to a different place can appear there, says HRD Minister

Pending Class 10 & 12 Board exams: The CBSE will issue a notification to clear out the modalities for registration for such requests, Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' said.

27 May 18:50 The Financial Express 1288289580373363433.html
Boris Johnson's liaison committee appearance: what did we learn?

Prime minister refuses to order investigation of chief aide or discuss which media coverage has been ‘false’

27 May 18:45 the Guardian 1491978795266672125.html
China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese envoy

Without referring to the military standoff, Sun said both the sides should resolve their differences through communication and adhere to the basic premise that they pose no threat to each other.

27 May 18:42 The Financial Express 1288289580888183518.html
Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China

Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.

27 May 18:13 Business-Standard 1502508925811996280.html
'Why Savarkar?': Naming of flyover in Bengaluru sparks political row

Siddaramaiah, former chief minister and leader of the Opposition, said the move to name the flyover after Savarkar was an insult to the freedom fighters

27 May 18:08 Business-Standard 1502508926279231903.html
Alleged Footage of Roadside Bomb Blast in Syria Emerges Online

Soldiers from a Turkish military convoy reportedly wounded

27 May 18:07 Infowars 1950426313883994892.html
Students can give board exams in states they are stuck amid lockdown: Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank'

Students appearing for the pending CBSE Class 10 & 12 examinations can do so from their current place of residence, instead of traveling back to their boarding schools several hundreds of kilometers

27 May 18:15 Deccan Herald 2027555796777715832.html
Over 16,000 virus tests conducted daily, will ramp up capacity: Ashok Gehlot

The Rajasthan authorities are conducting over 16,000 coronavirus tests daily and the capacity will be ramped up with the establishment of more laboratories in the state, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot

27 May 18:29 Deccan Herald 2027555797312419393.html
Prepare plan for screening of passengers when normal train services resume: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath to officials

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday directed officials to prepare a work plan beforehand for screening of passengers when normal train services are restored in the country. He

27 May 18:41 Deccan Herald 2027555797898184520.html
FG dismisses claim of schools resuming on June 8

Minister of State for Education, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, has dismissed reports that schools nationwide will be reopened for academic activities on Monday, June 8. Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba who spoke at the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 today May

27 May 18:58 LailasNews.com 2090029849995280689.html
India: CBSE students can give exams in home states

They will be permitted to write exams in the district where they currently are: Minister

27 May 18:20 Gulf News 2086521543722779509.html
Sri Lankan leader representing people of Indian origin passes away

Armugam Thondaman, a former minister who played a vital role in Sri Lanka's citizenship for the Indian-origin people working in the tea plantations in the country in the mid 1980s, has died. He was

27 May 18:21 Deccan Herald 2027555796226478038.html
9 deaths reported on board migrant trains since Monday; Railways says most had underlying conditions

While a few deaths on board the non-air conditioned trains were also reported earlier after they were launched on May 1 to ferry migrant labourers to their home states, the Railways on Wednesday said most of the deceased had pre-existing health conditions.

27 May 18:15 Oneindia 2023829372480424425.html
Easing COVID-19 restrictions: UAE government employees return to offices from Sunday

Attendance rate starts at 30% as a minimum and gradually increases based on developments

27 May 18:08 Gulf News 2086521544707034794.html
Arewa husband allegedly divorces wife of 19 years over #DancingForHusbands viral challenge

Over the Eid-al-Fitr holiday, Arewa husband allegedly divorced his wife of 19 years for getting involved in the viral #DancingForHusbands Challenge and sharing on social media. According to a Facebook user, the #DancingForHusbands challenge involved in

27 May 18:55 LailasNews.com 2090029850982343253.html
US: Warrants describe nightmarish child abuse case in Tennesse

Four children were abused by couple now in custody

27 May 18:38 Gulf News 2086521544001730022.html
Saudi Arabia to open two new airports

Al Jouf and Arar airports ready to be operational from Sunday 31

27 May 18:35 Gulf News 2086521544279321892.html
Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

27 May 18:36 Brisbane Times 2314609338462133556.html
“Move on” says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists

LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser provoked outrage for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown.

27 May 18:44 Daily Maverick 2373996788800581314.html
Juvenile Arrested for Arson After Church Fire

On Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Santa Barbara County Fire Department Fire Investigators and Sheriff’s Department Detectives identified and apprehended a male juvenile suspected of starting multiple fires in the area of North Turnpike Road and Vala Drive.

27 May 18:00 edhat santa barbara 2501874276994434271.html
Lori Loughlin’s Sentencing Date Has Been Set After She Pleads Guilty In College Admissions Scandal

Even though they have already pleaded guilty and reached a deal with prosecutors in the Varsity Blues College Admissions case, Lori Loughlin and her

27 May 18:39 Celebrity Insider 265863477102194029.html
Supreme Court query on free Covid-19 treatment

A PIL had sought a directive to the government to ensure that private and corporate hospitals are restrained from fleecing patients

27 May 18:57 The Telegraph 2864094128809870926.html
Kano abolishes Almajiri system - The Nation Nigeria

Kano Governor Abdullahi Ganduje on Wednesday formerly announced abolishment of traditional Almajiri system of education in the state.

27 May 18:28 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900180405627.html
Sreelekha, Kerala’s first woman DGP, to head Fire & Rescue Services Department

Sreelekha is at present the Transport Commissioner.

27 May 18:13 The Indian Express 2885715103842505190.html
Not wearing masks, spitting in public places to invite Rs 500 fine: Vij

One of the senior most BJP leaders in Haryana, Vij, who also completed his three decades in active politics after getting elected as an MLA on May 27, 1990 for the first time during a bypoll, was interacting with the media persons here.

27 May 18:33 The Indian Express 2885715103733464839.html
China aggression on Indian army table

Top commanders deliberate over 'very tense' situation in eastern Ladakh

27 May 18:57 The Telegraph 2864094128610544575.html
CAN, NSCIA, NCDC, PTF discuss guidelines to re-open religious centres

Following pressure from religious leaders to re-open places of worship, the Christians Association of Nigeria (CAN), Nigeria Supreme Council...

27 May 18:15 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900755129404.html
Number doubling every 14 days, nearly 23,000 cases likely by June 30, says PMC

In areas under the PMC jurisdiction, of the 273 deaths will May 26, 80 deaths were in the age group of 60-70 years, 58 were in the age group of 50-60 years, 57 in the age group of 70-80 years and 37 in the age group of 40-50 years.

27 May 18:04 The Indian Express 2885715104378118674.html
Publicise WhatsApp numbers of shopkeepers, avoid complete shutdown, Bombay HC tells authorities

The petitioner told the court the authorities had announced a complete shutdown in containment zones from May 15 to May 20, causing inconvenience to both the consumers and shopkeepers selling essential goods.

27 May 18:22 The Indian Express 2885715104107972507.html
Biden Knocks Trump for 'This Macho Stuff' in Shunning Masks 

"He's a fool, an absolute fool, to talk that way ... He's supposed to lead by example," Biden said.

27 May 18:01 VOA Zimbabwe 262570845783489441.html
Behind farmers’ tractor march in Haryana, a Bhagat Singh fan

Mandeep Nathwan had raised the drugs issue too which had led to Anil Vij- SP Sangeeta Kalia spat in 2015.

27 May 18:03 The Indian Express 2885715104901367296.html
Migrant Boats: Farage Catches French Ship Going Dark to Avoid Detection

A French ship escorting illegal migrants was potentially breaking international maritime law by travelling without its transponders turned on

27 May 18:52 Breitbart 3148363492523170682.html
BBC Replaces 'Biased' Maitlis Over Dominic Cummings Rant

The BBC has admitted that it broke impartiality rules by broadcasting a biased monologue on the supposed scandal surrounding Dominic Cummings

27 May 18:57 Breitbart 3148363491729873402.html
Punjab decides to hike MBBS fee in govt, private colleges

With the massive surge in the price index in the years thereafter, these colleges are facing fiscal problems and are unable to meet the norms of Medical Council of India, thus necessitating a fee hike

27 May 18:31 The Indian Express 2885715104234085389.html
Ekiti PDP accuses Fayemi of selling Abuja Governor's Lodge

The Ekiti State chapter of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Governor Kayode Fayemi of selling the state Governor's Lodge in Abuja.

27 May 18:33 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901237725025.html
Leftists Launch Dark Money Group to Hold Social Media ‘Accountable’

Leftists have launched a new dark money group called "Accountable Tech" aimed at "combating misinformation online."

27 May 18:20 Breitbart 3148363491919053320.html
Nolte: That Time Team Obama Accused Romney of Killing a Woman

In a 2012 campaign ad, Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney was accused of killing a woman.

27 May 18:50 Breitbart 3148363492216957998.html
Punjab: Ministers row ends as top bureaucrat apologises in Cabinet meet

After the meeting, Manpreet Badal told the media that the CS had apologised for “his choice of words, his body language and his attitude that day and said he would not repeat it in future”. He added: “Democracy has won. In democracy, representatives of the people are more important than bureaucracy.”

27 May 18:14 The Indian Express 2885715105472401257.html
White House letter doesn’t explain why Trump fired watchdogs | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, the White House has told Congress, but the administration offered no new details about why the internal watchdogs were let go.

27 May 18:30 Star-Advertiser 3439335389297488378.html
Sir Elton John leads tributes to playwright and Aids activist Larry Kramer

Kramer wrote The Normal Heart and founded the Aids Coalition to Unleash Power, also known as Act Up.

27 May 18:10 Shropshire Star 3480199991673265797.html
Boris Johnson denies any plan to move NHS Covid-19 patients into care homes

Mr Johnson denied there had been a ‘concerted effort to move people out of NHS beds into care homes’.

27 May 18:58 Shropshire Star 3480199991716171269.html
ICYMI: Pirates ambush police escorts, kidnap two in Rivers

Chukwudi Akasike, Port Harcourt Two civilians were on Tuesday kidnapped after an ambush by a group of pirates along Degema waterways in the Degema Local Government Areas of Rivers State. The pira...

27 May 18:30 Punch Newspapers 3524240993913971863.html
Nancy Pelosi's coronavirus aid bill pushes illegal immigration agenda

Democrats refuse to admit their belief in this core issue.

27 May 18:00 TheHill 355432918448560489.html
PDP reacts to hostilities between President Buhari's cabinet members

PDP in a statement on Tuesday, May 26, signed by its spokesperson, Kola Ologbodiyan, stated that the Buhari-led government has become disorganised and chaotic.

27 May 18:13 Legit 3764253649898678542.html
FG considers morning, afternoon classes in reopening of schools

Amid coronavirus pandemic, the federal government says it is considering morning, afternoon classes over school reopening. This was disclosed by Emeka Nwajiuba.

27 May 18:07 Legit 3764253650122657713.html
Huawei CFO Faces an Uphill Battle Against Extradition to the U.S as a Canadian Court Delivers an Adverse Ruling

Huawei CFO sustains a blow as the Superior Court of British Columbia delivers an adverse verdict in the U.S. extradition case

27 May 18:08 Wccftech 3677959679432185189.html
Man's best friend: Loyal dog waits for months at hospital after owner died of COVID-19

A seven-year-old dog that belonged to a dead Wuhan Covid-19 patient who waited for its owner to leave the hospital for three months now lives in a dog shelter.

27 May 18:07 Legit 3764253650163209167.html
Western Cape records 1 010 Covid-19 cases among public health workers - department

The Western Cape health department has confirmed 1 010 doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers have been infected with the coronavirus in the public sector.

27 May 18:20 News24 3752801377964001283.html
Family demands murder charges after police killing of handcuffed African American

The family of an African American man killed by Minneapolis police while handcuffed in custody demanded Wednesday that the officers be charged with murder.

27 May 18:28 News24 3752801377353735603.html
ICYMI: Navy arrests 42 suspected cultists during initiation in Cross River

Ada Wodu, Calabar Personnel of the Nigerian Navy Ship Victory have arrested 42 suspected cultists in the Akpabuyo Local Government Area of Cross River State. The suspects, who were handed over to...

27 May 18:00 Punch Newspapers 3524240994491043461.html
Amaechi, best transportation minister in Nigeria’s history- El-Rufai

ABUJA- Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai has described Rotimi Amaechi as the best Transportation Minister in the history of Nigeria.

27 May 18:47 Vanguard News 4125100338920624567.html
Akinwumi Adesina has not stepped down as AfDB President – Oladokun

In the face of the call by the United States government for a fresh investigation into some allegations against the Akinwumi Adesina

27 May 18:59 Vanguard News 4125100339181744439.html
Communal clash claims one life in Anambra 

A COMMUNAL clash over a piece of land between Urum and Achalla communities in the Awka North local government area of Anambra Stat

27 May 18:50 Vanguard News 4125100340551974473.html
Wales to launch ‘unprecedented’ contact tracing plan on Monday

An update to the budget was also announced.

27 May 18:12 Shropshire Star 3480199991697638292.html
Mumbai: 25 rescued after fire breaks at Hotel Fortune on Marine Lines

A fire broke out at a hotel in Mumbai late on Wednesday night. The fire was reported at Hotel Fortune which is located in Dhobi Talao neighbourhood of Marine Lines. According to latest updates, at ;east 25 people have been rescued.

27 May 18:42 India Today 4286117812916430094.html
Two SpiceJet passengers test positive for Covid-19, crew quarantined

The operating crew has been quarantined and SpiceJet is coordinating with government agencies in notifying other passengers who had travelled with them.

27 May 18:26 India Today 4286117812589984183.html
India-China border standoff: Chinese govt waves white flag, stresses on dialogue as Trump offers to mediate

On Wednesday, the India-China border standoff seemed to de-escalate as China took an apparently conciliatory tone by saying that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable." Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump offered to mediate.

27 May 18:54 India Today 4286117813797231333.html
Florida homeowner fatally shot man who smashed through door

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (AP) — A Florida homeowner fatally shot a visitor from Georgia who broke through is front door and began beating a woman...

27 May 18:49 WSVN 7News 4504855331683713496.html
Algeria court rejects detained journalist's bail plea

A court in Algeria on Wednesday rejected a bail plea by a prominent journalist detained since late March, a prisoner support group said.

27 May 18:50 Digital Journal 4566489172418597330.html
Chile suspect to remain free ahead of extraditon: court

Chile's top court on Wednesday denied prosecutors' requests to jail a 29-year-old man awaiting extradition to France to face charges of murdering his Japanese ex-girlfriend.

27 May 18:10 Digital Journal 4566489171642065090.html
'Reborn' Swiss to drop most virus restrictions on June 6

Switzerland announced Wednesday it would remove most of its remaining coronavirus restrictions on June 6, when all leisure and entertainment activities can resume if appropriate precautions are in place.

27 May 18:10 Digital Journal 4566489172048150410.html
Virginia man on FBI 'Most Wanted Terrorists' list indicted in federal court

A Virginia man who fled the United States eight years ago has been indicted for providing support to the al Shabab terrorist group in Somalia.

27 May 18:31 Washington Examiner 4625792332104128424.html
Cheney Scolds Trump For Peddling False Conspiracy Theory About Scarborough

House Republican Conference Chair Liz Cheney (R-WY) urged President Donald Trump on Wednesday to stop tweeting about a debunked conspiracy...

27 May 18:25 Talking Points Memo 4598529366814526842.html
Steve Bannon scores win in Italian court over political academy

President Trump’s former adviser Steve Bannon won a legal battle to form a Catholic, populist political academy in an 800-year-old monastery south of Rome.

27 May 18:02 Washington Examiner 4625792333167352252.html
Rajasthan takes action against 1300 for violating quarantine norms

Of the 1,306 people who breached the regulations, 604 were sent to institutional-quarantine from home-quarantine, while 702 were either served with notices, penalties or were booked.

27 May 18:13 The New Indian Express 4718288653895430433.html
Viral photos of Uttarakhand forest fire on social media 'mostly fake': Govt

After the fake picture went viral, Uttarakhand Chief Minister took to Twitter to say that impact of the wildfires is not the same as propagated

27 May 18:30 The New Indian Express 4718288654665559149.html
China Starts De-Escalating Over Ladakh Border Standoff After India Refuses To Back Down: Expert

China has now started to de-escalate its stance over the border stand-off along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, as per defence expert Nitin Gokhale.

27 May 18:39 Swarajya 4977622829458587590.html
After Rajasthan and MP, locusts reach Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi, damage crops in Maharashtra's Nagpur; Punjab issues alert

A locust swarm reached Jhansi district on Wednesday, an Uttar Pradesh official said. Other districts in the region are also on alert.

27 May 18:21 Firstpost 4760741713751735521.html
One dead as flood situation in Assam worsens; around 2.72 lakh people affected across 11 districts, says state disaster management authority

At present, around 2.72 lakh persons are affected due to flood in Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Hojai, Darrang, Barpeta, Nalbari, Goalpara, West Karbi Anglong, Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts of Assam, it said.

27 May 18:40 Firstpost 4760741713593398640.html
3 Men Thrash Tribal Teen In Front Of Her Father In Gujarat: Police

A 16-year-old tribal girl from a remote village in Gujarat's Chhota Udepur district was allegedly thrashed by three men in the presence of her father and local residents for eloping with a man a few days ago, said police on Wednesday.

27 May 18:56 NDTV.com 5090057681118601636.html
Thunderstorm With 96 kmph Winds Rips Through Amphan-Ravaged Kolkata

Like a sequel of a horror film, Cyclone Amphan 2.0 hurtled through Kolkata on Wednesday evening, uprooting trees, squashing cars, and even threatening to pull down an old building or two.

27 May 18:23 NDTV.com 5090057681293747657.html
Migrant Woman Allegedly Bites Maharashtra Cop Who Asked Her To Wear A Mask

A woman migrant worker in Palghar district of Maharashtra attacked a police constable and bit her arm after the latter asked her to wear a mask, an official said on Wednesday.

27 May 18:03 NDTV.com 5090057682238432742.html
Rights Panel Notice To UP Government Over Death Of 19-Year-Old Migrant Worker

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sent a notice to the Uttar Pradesh government over reported death of a 19-year-old migrant worker due to hunger in Saharanpur, after he had walked 350 km from Ludhiana on way to his home in the state, officials said on Wednesday.

27 May 18:57 NDTV.com 5090057682382498879.html
Assam Chief Minister Makes COVID-19 Norms Mandatory In Flood Relief Camps

Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has asked the state administration to impose strict maintenance of COVID-19 protocols in the flood relief camps across the state.

27 May 18:32 NDTV.com 5090057680755138284.html
Over $10K raised for Cambridge woman's children after tragic crash

The 28-year-old mother was killed in a single-vehicle collision on May 24

27 May 18:15 KitchenerToday.com 52741009065928145.html
Most Minnesota law enforcement agencies ban the neck-pinning maneuver used against George Floyd — but it's still allowed in Minneapolis, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, died on Monday after being subdued for eight minutes by an officer who was seen on video kneeling on his neck.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 18:19 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757133601649.html
Blowout At Oil India Well In Assam, Villagers Shifted To Safety

Residents near an oil well of Oil India Limited in Assam's Tinsukia district had to be evacuated after a "blowout" on Wednesday. The Baghjan 5 well in Upper Assam exploded in a fountain of crude oil after pressure control systems failed.

27 May 18:33 NDTV.com 5090057681673526148.html
Larry Kramer, who pushed the world to respond to the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s, has died of pneumonia at 84, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Galvanized by the AIDS epidemic that swept the United States in the 1980s, Kramer founded the Gay Men's Health Crisis and ACT UP.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 18:25 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757110075059.html
Arrest made in connection with Saturday assault

The victim was treated at the scene for minor injuries

27 May 18:47 KitchenerToday.com 52741009298457908.html
Govt Undermines Democracy By Pushing 15 Bills In 17 Hours

“The Government is undermining democracy by progressing 15 bills in the space of just 17 hours,” according to ACT Leader David Seymour.

27 May 18:18 SCOOP 5315658998712526674.html
Man convicted by Surrey judge in hatchet attack near SkyTrain station loses appeal bid

Andrew Eugene Agopsowicz was convicted of assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm and possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace

27 May 18:41 North Delta Reporter 5327740411714509350.html
NDDC N40b probe: Senate lampoons IMC, says no amount of intimidation will stop investigation  

THE Senate has taken a swipe at  the Interim Management Committee,  IMC of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC over

27 May 18:53 Vanguard News 4125100339724862671.html
Prince Andrew accused of romping with 'topless' Virginia Roberts in Jeffrey Epstein's pool

A former employee of the disgraced paedophile claims the Duke of York was 'engaged in foreplay' with the young woman at Epstein's private island in the Caribbean.

27 May 18:12 dailyrecord 552235479503524961.html
Kano's district head of Dambatta, Wada Waziri, is dead

Kano State has lost another traditional ruler with the death on Wednesday of the Sarkin Ban Bichi, Wada Waziri.Mr Waziri died at the age of 80

27 May 18:35 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729300700186615.html
20 arrested in Geylang for illegal gambling activities

SINGAPORE: Twenty people were arrested in Geylang on Tuesday (May 26) during an enforcement operation against illegal gambling activities. More ...

27 May 18:19 CNA 5644198863452969566.html
Steve Bannon wins battle to set up Italy political academy

Steve Bannon, the former adviser to US President Donald Trump, has won a battle with Italy's culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic ...

27 May 18:32 CNA 5644198863007235646.html
Either way, migrants rescue is becoming extremely dangerous for merchant ships

Container ship ANNE on May 25 had to take on board some 100 illegal migrants off Libyan coast, while being en route from Malta’s Freeport to Misurata Libya. The ship interrupted her voyage and took…

27 May 18:07 Maritime Bulletin 5669213276579378526.html
Putrajaya defends detention of illegal immigrants during COVID-19 pandemic

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian government has defended its decision to detain illegal immigrants amid the COVID-19 pandemic, adding that they cannot be ...

27 May 18:50 CNA 5644198862490702854.html
Man says he broke into San Diego bank just so he could heat up his Hot Pockets

A man who was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a Chollas View bank early Wednesday morning apparently entered the branch just so he can heat up his Hot Pocket sandwiches.

27 May 18:16 ABC Action News - WFTS - Tampa Bay 5911730203608469751.html
Port Coquitlam mayor worried about China's reaction to Meng Wanzhou court case

Port Coquitlam's mayor says Canada needs to have a more balanced relationship with China.

27 May 18:25 City NEWS 1130 5858657121264517523.html
Wales to launch ‘unprecedented’ contact tracing plan on Monday

An update to the budget was also announced.

27 May 18:13 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773779219348.html
Longtime Charlotte firefighter accused of stealing hundreds of dollars from Target in Midtown

Charlotte detectives have charged 41-year-old Timothy Ireland with seven counts of misdemeanor larceny.

27 May 18:06 WBTV 6439870258110710174.html
Vijay Mallya’s extradition delayed, speculation mounts over his application for asylum

India Business News: Vijay Mallya’s extradition has been delayed and it could be months before he is brought back to India. It is understood that the UK home office has de

27 May 18:04 The Times of India 6060938663922594688.html
Delhi LG Office employee tests positive for Covid-19: Sources

The LG Secretariat spreads to two parts, which includes the bungalow where around 40 officials works.The bungalow where staff members sit is being disinfected by authorities, sources said

27 May 18:17 Livemint 6614605818942930056.html
Kelowna Mounties catching more people doing drugs and driving

Drinking and doing drugs while driving seems to be on the rise, according to Kelowna Mounties.The Kelowna RCMP Municipal Traffic Section had a road check se

27 May 18:33 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244092241971.html
Two passengers on Ahmedabad-Guwahati SpiceJet flights test Covid-19 positive

Passengers had travelled on SG-8194 (Ahmedabad-Delhi) & SG-8152 (Delhi-Guwahati).'The operating crew has been quarantined and SpiceJet is coordinating with government agencies in notifying other passengers who had travelled with them,' the airline said

27 May 18:02 Livemint 6614605817620496879.html
At least 40 killed in latest DR Congo massacre

At least 40 people were killed in the northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the latest grisly attack on civilians in the mountainous jungles near the Ugandan border.

27 May 18:54 Aljazeera 6642629762852276200.html
Illicit-drug deaths up in B.C. and remain highest in Canada: chief coroner

VANCOUVER - British Columbia's overdose deaths spiked in March and April reaching the same heights recorded over a year earlier.The BC Coroners Service says

27 May 18:47 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244135351685.html
Mint Lite | Foreign fund bond holdings at three-year low and other news to know

Mint Lite is a quick update to bring you up to speed on all the news you need to know—and some things that are just fun to know—in five minutes before you start your day

27 May 18:08 Livemint 6614605817854775737.html
Lindsey Graham Has Named the First Witness in His FISA Abuse Investigation

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham announced Wednesday afternoon former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will be the first witness in the inquiry into FISA abuse, Mueller's Special Counsel investigation and origins of the Russia investigation. He will testify on June 3.

27 May 18:55 Townhall 6083908947696211627.html
‘Colleges, varsities should not insist on exam fee’

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has urged colleges and universities not to insist on payment of semester or examination fee by students.The advisory, issued on Wednesday, comes in the wake of g

27 May 18:10 The Hindu 6679535024528315555.html
Seven more positive cases in Alappuzha

Biggest single-day spike in cases in the district

27 May 18:36 The Hindu 6679535024349229132.html
Nine new cases in Puducherry

Nine COVID-19 cases, including four from Villupuram in Tamil Nadu, were reported in Puducherry on Wednesday. The five cases in Puducherry were from Solai Nagar, Muthialpet, Dharmapuri and Reddiarpalay

27 May 18:55 The Hindu 6679535024710302559.html
Sir Elton John leads tributes to playwright and Aids activist Larry Kramer

Kramer wrote The Normal Heart and founded the Aids Coalition to Unleash Power, also known as Act Up.

27 May 18:10 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773754846853.html
15 police officers test positive for COVID-19

Police received a jolt of sorts when 15 of their colleagues — 12 in Hyderabad and three in Cyberabad police commissionerate offices tested positive for COVID-19. Hyderabad Police Commissioner Anjani K

27 May 18:09 The Hindu 6679535024711155728.html
Boris Johnson denies any plan to move NHS Covid-19 patients into care homes

Mr Johnson denied there had been a ‘concerted effort to move people out of NHS beds into care homes’.

27 May 18:58 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773797752325.html
Rising tide: On return of protests in Hong Kong

China’s effort to tighten grip on Hong Kong with tough laws may not help its cause

27 May 18:32 The Hindu 6679535024812867931.html
E-stamps for judicial uses introduced in Puducherry

The e-stamp system will ensure that only Puducherry court fees stamp papers, printed or issued by the Puducherry government can be used in respect of all original, appellate, revisional, review litigations arising out of the jurisdictional limits of the Union Territory.

27 May 18:30 The Hindu 6679535024774952052.html
Migrant youth’s burial opposed in Chengalpattu

Residents feared he was a COVID-19 victim

27 May 18:19 The Hindu 6679535024977532634.html
With test results delayed, it is a longer stay at quarantine centre for many

Besides financial implications, they all have complaints about poor facilities

27 May 18:10 The Hindu 6679535025092012051.html
Specify action taken against doctors in Gadwal case: HC

Young mother, along with newborn, died after being turned away by various hospitals

27 May 18:10 The Hindu 6679535024897057601.html
I am being given psychiatric drugs unnecessarily, alleges Vizag doctor

He urges hospital Superintendent to shift him to a better medical centre; mother alleges political persecution

27 May 18:02 The Hindu 6679535024848234081.html
Panel defers decision on green pass to LG Polymers

EAC to wait for suo moto action by NGT, cases being heard in High Court and NHRC on gas leak accident

27 May 18:01 The Hindu 6679535025359697395.html
5 held for murder of rowdy-sheeter

Five persons have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 40-year-old rowdy-sheeter at the quarry centre on the outskirts of Rajamahendravaram in East Godavari district. The five persons have

27 May 18:15 The Hindu 6679535024595125902.html
Local bodies ready to pay expense

Amid the controversy over charging money from returning expatriates for quarantine facilities, two local bodies ruled by the United Democratic Front in Kozhikode district have written to the governmen

27 May 18:17 The Hindu 6679535025381842029.html
Coronavirus | All bags disinfected at Chennai airport

According to officials of the Airports Authority of India (AAI), ever since domestic operations resumed on Monday, the baggage of about 2,500 passengers has been disinfected.

27 May 18:15 The Hindu 6679535024330790147.html
Consider setting up more sites to dump construction waste, NGT tells Chief Secretary

Tribunal against dumping at Bhalswa landfill site as it has crossed its capacity

27 May 18:15 The Hindu 6679535025435299662.html
Coronavirus | 817 fresh cases take Tamil Nadu’s COVID-19 tally to 18,545

Chennai adds 558 patients; 567 discharged from hospital.

27 May 18:17 The Hindu 6679535025298493662.html
Himachal BJP chief resigns from post over ‘health scam’

Rajeev Bindal says party has nothing to do with graft case

27 May 18:09 The Hindu 6679535025534909397.html
Will go ahead with English medium: Jagan

The next step is Class 7, says Chief Minister

27 May 18:18 The Hindu 6679535025507055712.html
Parents allege medical negligence in infant’s death

The parents of a four-month-old child from Manjeri who died of COVID-19 at the Government Medical College Hospital, Kozhikode, on April 24, have alleged that the infant’s death was due to failure in t

27 May 18:44 The Hindu 6679535024720670365.html
Pay special daily allowance to contractual workers: Bombay HC tells NMMC

Judge says it was unfair of the corporation to differentiate between them and regular employees

27 May 18:51 The Hindu 6679535025587599732.html
Ritchie Street shoppers park on Anna Salai, hinder traffic flow

Lanes leading to the electronics hub have been barricaded

27 May 18:17 The Hindu 6679535025626958156.html
City sees record 792 new COVID-19 cases

Delhi govt. reports 15 more deaths, taking the total to 303

27 May 18:01 The Hindu 6679535025654467241.html
Letters to the Editor — May 28, 2020

Nehruvian ideologyAs a tribute to Jawaharlal Nehru on his death anniversary, the article, “Continue India’s tryst with Nehruvian ideology” (Editorial page, May 27) has showered lavish praise on indepe

27 May 18:32 The Hindu 6679535025615854989.html
Police act tough on physical distancing norm violators

20 cases registered during surprise inspection on Wednesday

27 May 18:57 The Hindu 6679535025659380458.html
Coronavirus | Kerala reports three ‘community’ cases

Fatalities in south continue with six deaths in Telangana, three in Karnataka and one in A.P.

27 May 18:05 The Hindu 6679535025665024997.html
IGI Airport sees less chaos as States come up with clear travel protocol

Nervous flyers wear not-so-comfortable PPE kits before entering the terminal

27 May 18:03 The Hindu 6679535024269411665.html
Paid lodging may soon be an option for transit passengers at Chennai aiport

Government considering setting up facility where they can stay during layovers

27 May 18:13 The Hindu 6679535024248895579.html
One more containment zone in the city

The addition is Ramamurthy Nagar ward

27 May 18:02 The Hindu 6679535025523017965.html
Gifts from police cheer disheartened migrant families

SP gives children of those in quarantine goodies

27 May 18:04 The Hindu 6679535025667664274.html
Maharashtra Governor modifies law on forest rights

Tribals now have the right to appeal against district level committee decisions; activists fear further delay

27 May 18:42 The Hindu 6679535025667865000.html
2 more test positive for SARS-CoV-2 in Ernakulam

While one is an Abu Dhabi returnee, the other travelled by train from New Delhi

27 May 18:27 The Hindu 6679535026040818399.html
Undertrial found dead in Taloja jail

An undertrial at Taloja jail was found dead in the toilet attached to his cell on Wednesday. Balu Gadsinge (33) was in the jail since 2019 in connection with four separate cases. He was arrested for t

27 May 18:37 The Hindu 6679535025913517662.html
G.R. Chintala is new chairman of NABARD

G.R. Chintala is the new chairman of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). He has served in various capacities in the bank, including as managing director, NABARD Financial

27 May 18:19 The Hindu 6679535026098666350.html
Govt. urged to establish human rights commission

Assurance given to High Court ignored: CPI(M)

27 May 18:15 The Hindu 6679535026136089678.html
ED files cases over seizure of drugs

The Enforcement Directorate recently registered over 20 money-laundering cases in connection with the seizure of drugs by various enforcement agencies in Punjab. The findings may be incorporated in th

27 May 18:11 The Hindu 6679535026146975618.html
Coronavirus | Barred floors of city hospital to be used for patients

Supreme Court permits usage since Tamil Nadu government is in need of space

27 May 18:12 The Hindu 6679535025963779769.html
e-pass for returnees from enclaves

The government’s portal to issue e-passes to returnees from other States/overseas has now included the listing of the enclaves of Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam paving the way for potential returnees from t

27 May 18:52 The Hindu 6679535026224200740.html
PMLA court sends Wadhawan brothers to judicial custody till June 11

Kapil Wadhawan and Dheeraj Wadhawan, promoters of Dewan Housing Finance Limited (DHFL), were produced before a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court by the Enforcement Directorate on

27 May 18:56 The Hindu 6679535026099384669.html
Five-month-old baby dies after being given turtle blood as coronavirus 'protection'

The baby girl's parents and her seven-year-old sister are also in hospital after drinking the blood which was reportedly recommended to them by a witch doctor as Covid-19 protection

27 May 18:03 mirror 675785260169312568.html
Salford student Aya Hachem was shot dead following 'business dispute between rival tyre firms', court hears

The 19-year-old was an innocent passer-by in a drive-by shooting

27 May 18:24 men 6694993429546583404.html
MSMEs in Visakhapatnam get first instalment of pending incentives

AP Chambers lauds Chief Minister’s initiative

27 May 18:07 The Hindu 6679535026302659020.html
First picture of man killed in crash which saw two women arrested for 'kidnap'

Alexander Edney, 44, was a passenger in a Vauxhall Astra when it collided with a Mercedes Sprinter in Peterborough. He died at the scene, before two women were arrested on suspicion of kidnap

27 May 18:12 mirror 675785260274846335.html
Eva Simpson: Another senseless death involving police takes its toll on black America

The reality of police brutality in America – it happens time and time again and nothing is ever done about it

27 May 18:51 mirror 675785260264013100.html
Flights to Kolkata from Mumbai to begin today

No flights to Chennai, Goa till May 31

27 May 18:46 The Hindu 6679535025780489147.html
Safdarjung Hospital releases list of 52 virus-related deaths

Official figures show only 4 deaths at the hospital till May 13

27 May 18:00 The Hindu 6679535025671356948.html
Lockdown-hit farmers in Prakasam press for loan waiver

The All India Kisan Sangharsh Coordination Committee in Prakasam district has urged the Centre to announce a special financial package for farmers who are struggling to cope with the lockdown imposed

27 May 18:14 The Hindu 6679535025863506800.html
10 more COVID-19 cases confirmed in Kasaragod

3,369 persons in quarantine; total number of patients 49

27 May 18:53 The Hindu 6679535025931235788.html
A marathon trip back home in times of pandemic

Safely ensconced in her house at Edappally after an arduous road trip covering over 2,100 km across seven COVID-19-hit States in nearly three days, Veena Roshan Jose simply could not shake off a sense

27 May 18:18 The Hindu 6679535025933113028.html
Virus acute in 5% patients with respiratory illness

Mortality rate in TS at 2.82% as against 2.86% nationally, expert committee tells CM

27 May 18:12 The Hindu 6679535025769143973.html
Jaya property dispute far from blowing over

The judgment could end up being the starting point for many more litigations

27 May 18:53 The Hindu 6679535025913716136.html
Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

27 May 18:36 WAtoday 6806590898908323124.html
Sudan says three jailed members of ousted Bashir regime have coronavirus

At least three jailed senior members of the toppled regime of former Sudanese leader Omar al-Bashir have the coronavirus, the country's public prosecution service said on Wednesday. The Arab African country, which has reported 4,146 coronavirus cases and 184 deaths, released more than 4,000 prisoners

27 May 18:27 Yahoo 7097669637911805318.html
Buried Remains-Couple Charged

Arrest warrants in a Tennessee couple's abuse case describe a hellish existence for four children in their legal custody, a nightmare that finally ended after a little boy was spotted walking alone along a Roane County road. Michael Anthony Gray Sr., 63, and his wife, Shirley Ann Gray, 60, were

27 May 18:19 Yahoo 7097669636940027254.html
20 Republican lawmakers file lawsuit against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi over new proxy voting system

A group of Republican lawmakers filed a lawsuit against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi over the chamber's new proxy voting system, which allows lawmakers to designate another member to vote on their behalf during the coronavirus.

27 May 18:18 Yahoo 7097669638115684111.html
Sir Elton John leads tributes to playwright and Aids activist Larry Kramer

Kramer wrote The Normal Heart and founded the Aids Coalition to Unleash Power, also known as Act Up.

27 May 18:10 Express & Star 7324224459219443333.html
Wales to launch ‘unprecedented’ contact tracing plan on Monday

An update to the budget was also announced.

27 May 18:12 Express & Star 7324224459243815828.html
Boris Johnson denies any plan to move NHS Covid-19 patients into care homes

Mr Johnson denied there had been a ‘concerted effort to move people out of NHS beds into care homes’.

27 May 18:58 Express & Star 7324224459262348805.html
Walsall Manor Hospital pays lasting tribute to five colleagues lost during coronavirus pandemic

Walsall Manor Hospital opened a permanent memorial to those who died including staff nurse Areema Nasreen.

27 May 18:32 Express & Star 7324224460747049934.html
Manhunt for fugitive UConn student expands to Maryland after latest gas station sighting

The now six-day manhunt for the University of Connecticut student wanted in connection to two homicides, a home invasion, and a kidnapping widened in Pennsylvania Wednesday after a firefighter spotted a man matching the suspect’s description hiding behind a dumpster at his station house.

27 May 18:33 Fox News 7362823819574658060.html
Flights to Kolkata from Mumbai to begin on May 28

No flights to Chennai, Goa till May 31

27 May 18:46 The Hindu 6679535025901703377.html
India should pull out forces from Kalapani: Nepalese Foreign Minister Pradeep Kumar Gyawali

‘We had pressed India for a meeting between the Foreign Secretaries. But that did not happen’

27 May 18:10 The Hindu 6679535025750931045.html
Trump Russia Probe Congress

Former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will testify next week at a Senate committee hearing on the Justice Department's Russia investigation, the committee chairman said Wednesday. The session Wednesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee is the first in a series of planned oversight hearings

27 May 18:10 Yahoo 7097669637424222187.html
Aya Hachem: Innocent law student, 19, 'gunned down in business dispute' court hears

Aya Hachem was out on a shopping trip in Blackburn when she was shot in the chest and died. Six people who were charged with the teenagers murder all appeared at court on Wednesday

27 May 18:01 mirror 675785261819185921.html
Ukrainian woman uses underwear as face mask after service denied at post office: report

A Ukrainian woman has gone viral for removing her panties and wearing them as a face mask after being refused service at a post office, according to a report.

27 May 18:25 Fox News 7362823819829552317.html
Judge Napolitano: 'Twitter has freedom of speech just like you and I and the president himself'

Fox News senior judicial analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano told “America's Newsroom” Wednesday that President Trump is “right” that social media platforms show bias against conservatives, but added that as a private company, Twitter has the right to control speech on their platform.

27 May 18:14 Fox News 7362823820210216442.html
Coronavirus in California: Orange County Sheriff says his department won't enforce mask order

A California sheriff is vowing that his department will look the other way when it comes to enforcing a health order asking residents to wear face coverings in public during the coronavirus outbreak. 

27 May 18:32 Fox News 7362823820473322807.html
Coronavirus-infected man recovers after 50 days on ventilator: report

A British man who reportedly ventilated for 50 days after contracting the novel coronavirus has made a miraculous recovery, according to a report. 

27 May 18:29 Fox News 7362823819756479217.html
Supreme Court notice on delimitation in Assam

The SC issued notices on a petition which sought to halt the delimitation exercise for assembly and parliamentary seats in Assam. The process has been set in motion by a Presidential notification issued on February 28, 2020.

27 May 18:30 The Economic Times 7653256037657162291.html
Cal Thomas: Biden wants people to look at his record on race – but they could be in for a surprise

Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden told a talk show host recently: “If you have a problem figuring out whether you’re for me or Trump, then you ain’t black.” It was not a one-off remark.

27 May 18:14 Fox News 7362823820115045258.html
Oshodi-Abule-egba BRT to commence operation in July, says Lagos govt

Lagos State government has said that the Oshodi to Abule Egba Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route have been completed and operation would commence on that route by July 2020.

27 May 18:05 The Guardian 7580308505733894513.html
NYPD cop who gunned down ‘best friend’ on Long Island to be freed on bond

The rookie NYPD cop accused of murdering his best friend in Nassau County earlier this month will be released on bond after his lawyer told a judge that he was attacked before opening fire, a

27 May 18:40 New York Post 7654946767831153180.html
Reopened US car factories see coronavirus cases as production rolls on

In the week since US auto factories reopened after coronavirus lockdowns, workers at all three Detroit automakers have tested positive for COVID-19 but only Ford has temporarily closed plants. The US

27 May 18:45 New York Post 7654946768299165648.html
Video shows man asking black entrepreneurs if they are building tenants

A white man has been captured on viral video questioning a group of black entrepreneurs in a Minneapolis gym about whether they are tenants in the building -- and then threatening to call 911 to

27 May 18:24 New York Post 7654946767604639543.html
Obaseki’s aide: APC aspirant for Edo guber election can’t emerge in Abuja

The Edo state government says it is illegal for the Adams Oshiomhole faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to settle for a candidate for the governorship election. Ize-Iyamu, then

27 May 18:45 TheCable 7513571674794538997.html
New Zealand now has zero coronavirus hospitalizations

New Zealand’s last hospitalized coronavirus patient was discharged Wednesday as the country’s infection rate dipped to below two dozen people, health officials said in reports. The unnamed patient

27 May 18:07 New York Post 7654946768722233485.html
Four US policemen fired over death of black man as family demands justice

The four policemen, who caused the death of George Floyd, have been fired as the victim's family call for a murder charge.

27 May 18:20 TheCable 7513571674485464820.html
Moped rider caught with cannabis stash under backside

More illegal riding and driving has been clamped down upon by police in Anfield, Birkenhead, Huyton, Prescot and St Helens

27 May 18:03 Liverpool Echo 7727211173815247128.html
Mike Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday declared Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China, as intense clashes break out between police and pro-democracy protesters. Pompeo said the Chinese

27 May 18:35 New York Post 7654946768949217332.html
Detectives closing in on thug who knifed autistic boy in neck

The victim, 17, later told his gran he feared he was about to die

27 May 18:42 Liverpool Echo 7727211174208257107.html
Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

27 May 18:36 The Age 7967730561443061044.html
DeAndre Baker permitted to travel for Giants duties amid armed robbery charges

DeAndre Baker is now permitted to travel outside the state of Florida “for work purposes,” according to a circuit court ruling in Broward County. Baker, the Giants’ 22-year old cornerback,

27 May 18:22 New York Post 7654946769001703245.html
Three newest COVID-19 cases stem from 'irresponsible' traveller who failed to self-isolate: N.B. premier

New Brunswick has reported its third new case of COVID-19 in the last week and all are in a single cluster connected to a health-care worker at the Campbellton Regional Hospital who failed to self-isolate after travelling to Quebec.

27 May 18:12 Atlantic 8060955781277933734.html
Lufthansa bailout 'in Europe's best interests'

German economy minister Peter Altmaier has said he expects the European Commission to approve a €9bn bailout of flagship carrier Lufthansa, adding that it was also in Europe’s interests to avoid a sell-off of such companies.

27 May 18:00 Irishexaminer 8196011178477244896.html
Britain's Prince Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman

Britain's Prince Andrew has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims

27 May 18:23 Irishexaminer 8196011179047861551.html
Most Minnesota law enforcement agencies ban the neck-pinning maneuver used against George Floyd — but it’s still allowed in Minneapolis

The maneuver police used to restrain George Floyd before his death is no longer allowed in most Minnesota law-enforcement agencies, but in Minneapolis, it’s allowed as a “non-deadly force option” if officers are properly trained.

27 May 18:19 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883718032241.html
German minister warns of far-right threat as anti-Semitic crime jumps

BERLIN (Reuters) - The number of anti-Semitic crimes committed in Germany rose last year by 13%, Interior Minster Horst Seehofer said on Wednesday, laying the blame squarely on right-wing radicals.

27 May 18:49 Reuters 8334514180202774289.html
Investigators scour Pakistan air crash site for clues and cockpit voice recorder

KARACHI, Pakistan (Reuters) - A team of Pakistani and French investigators on Wednesday sifted through the wreckage of a Pakistani airliner that crashed in the southern city of Karachi last Friday, searching for clues around what caused the worst airline disaster in the country in years.

27 May 18:42 Reuters 8334514180189147178.html
Father's killing of 14-year-old daughter stirs outrage in Iran

(Reuters) - A father’s brutal killing of his teenage daughter over her relationship with a man has caused widespread anger in Iran, with President Hassan Rouhani urging lawmakers to work quickly on a bill to prevent violence against women.

27 May 18:26 Reuters 8334514180638339267.html
President Trump calls for expedited investigation into George Floyd's death

Floyd was the black man seen in a viral video pinned down to the ground by an officer of the Minnesota Police Department. Floyd later died.

27 May 18:05 Fox 4 8372747776720837890.html
Sudan says three jailed members of ousted Bashir regime have coronavirus

KHARTOUM (Reuters) - At least three jailed senior members of the toppled regime of former Sudanese leader Omar al-Bashir have the coronavirus, the country’s public prosecution service said on Wednesday.

27 May 18:27 Reuters 8334514180702427972.html
Putin says worst-case coronavirus scenario in Moscow averted as lockdown unwinds

MOSCOW (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Moscow, the epicentre of Russia’s coronavirus outbreak, had succeeded in preventing what he called worst-case scenarios as the city announced it would ease tough lockdown measures within days.

27 May 18:26 Reuters 8334514181395376418.html
Exclusive: U.S. preparing criminal indictment against wife of Venezuela's Maduro - sources

CARACAS/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States is preparing to charge the wife of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in coming months with crimes that could include drug trafficking and corruption, four people familiar with the case told Reuters.

27 May 18:15 Reuters 8334514180715421100.html
Man, 90, critically hurt in stabbing at Las Vegas Valley senior home

A 90-year-old man who police say was stabbed Tuesday night by his 86-year-old wife at an assisted living home in the Las Vegas Valley was critically injured in the attack.

27 May 18:06 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648837443728063.html
Covid-19: Kashmir records two deaths, JK toll reaches 26

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

27 May 18:38 Rising Kashmir 9025326238521790110.html
Naughty Dog declares 'Last of Us Part II' will be their 'most ambitious game'

May 27 (UPI) -- Developer Naughty Dog declared that The Last of Us Part II will be the studio's "largest, most ambitious game," during a live stream Wednesday.

27 May 18:21 UPI 8257973864428446110.html
Canadian court rules against Huawei exec fighting extradition

Chinese Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou was dealt a legal setback Wednesday when a Canadian judge ruled that proceedings to extradite her to the United States will go ahead. The decision on so-called double criminality, a key test for extradition, found that bank fraud accusations against Meng would stand up in…

27 May 18:56 Japan Today 8582716285969388438.html
Boris Johnson Tells UK to 'Move On' From Dominic Cummings Controversy

Special advisor to the British government, Dominic Cummings, has faced calls to step down from his position after it was alleged that he broke lockdown regulations....

27 May 18:22 Sputniknews 967333868659398125.html
Sonny Quitlong, grocery store and Post Office employee who ‘saw the best in everyone,’ dies of coronavirus

Mr. Quitlong immigrated to the United States after serving in the Philippine Army. For decades, he worked as a checker at a Safeway on Rainier Avenue, and as a mail...

27 May 18:17 The Seattle Times 9121942837715855088.html
US Denies Reports It Has 'Multiple Patriot Missile Batteries' Deployed Near Massive Syrian Gas Field

US forces in northeastern Syria began to redeploy from the border with Turkey to the country’s interior and oil and gas fields last October, after Ankara launched an...

27 May 18:43 Sputniknews 967333868373081798.html
Boris Johnson 'surprised' to hear about his own immigration law

He asked why a family with no recourse to public funds could not claim benefits.

27 May 18:10 Metro 970161747862683665.html
Nicola Sturgeon Confirms 'Public Inquiry' Into Scottish Government's Handling of Coronavirus Crisis

The Scottish Government has been the target of criticism after it was revealed that care home residents presenting symptoms of coronavirus were being moved from...

27 May 18:18 Sputniknews 967333869517214633.html
Police find £1,000,000 cash in suspect's home after stopping his car

Officers found banknotes stuffed inside shoe boxes and bags.

27 May 18:41 Metro 970161747394642170.html
Refusing to Wear a Mask Is an Empty Act of Defiance

Those who reject facial coverings during the pandemic do so amid broad consensus about what public safety demands.

27 May 19:17 The Atlantic 100708436868974360.html
Curfew drops banking hours

According to the Kampala capital City Authority (KCCA), Kampala city roads have a carrying capacity of approximately 45,000.

27 May 18:02 New Vision 9103146373151035204.html
Man left with fractured skull after fight breaks out at Lichfield Walkabout bar

Police have released a picture of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident

27 May 18:31 birminghammail 8288260686312147397.html
Bodies of 43 crash victims handed over to families

Minist­er says proces­s will be comple­ted in seven days

27 May 19:06 The Express Tribune 1105816787211153963.html
T20 World Cup 2020: ICC denies postponement report, says preparation underway for tournament in Australia

A Cricket Australia spokeswoman told Reuters she was unaware of any decision being taken to postpone the World Cup. The Indian cricket board (BCCI), which is set to host the following edition of the tournament in 2021, is keeping a close eye on developments as a postponement could open up a window for this year's Indian Premier League.

27 May 19:18 The Financial Express 1288289580748189998.html
Split! Scott Disick, 37, and Sofia Richie, 21, call it quits after 3 years together... after he spent birthday with ex Kourtney Kardashian and their kids

Scott Disick and Sofia Richie have ended their relationship, according to a new report. They had been together for three years and he recently was in rehab.

27 May 19:50 Mail Online 124328112128975943.html
Locusts have not hit rabi crops; efforts on to prevent spread before monsoon to save kharif crops

The officials, however, said that locust swarms would not have posed a big threat to India, had neighbouring Pakistan controlled its spread at its end.

27 May 19:42 The Financial Express 1288289579657509931.html
Minneapolis Mayor Calls for Cop to Be Charged in Death of Black Man

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called publicly Wednesday for the prosecution of a police officer shown on video kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man, who died shortly after the incident.

27 May 19:10 Courthouse News Service 1799505149507340821.html
Ottawa man who sexually assaulted two women sentenced to more than 5 years in prison

An Ottawa man has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually assaulting two women, but it's unclear when he'll be put behind bars due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 19:07 CP24 1887544295660372396.html
Trump wants to fight Twitter more than regulate it

Why regulation isn’t what Trump cares about most

27 May 19:47 The Verge 1337119303295970173.html
ASI team discovers monolithic Shiva Linga in Vietnam! India extends a helping hand to restore Cham Temple Complex

The temple complex was built in the 9th century A.D. under the reign of King Indravarman II who also built the famous Dong Duong Buddhist Monastery in Quang Nam Province.

27 May 19:28 The Financial Express 1288289580137472354.html
Japanese Police Finally Arrest Suspect For Kyoto Animation Arson

Today in Kyoto, police finally arrested 42-year-old Shinji Aoba for allegedly carrying out last year’s Kyoto Animation arson attack. The authorities waited until Aoba recovered from his own serious burns before placing him in police custody....

27 May 19:56 Kotaku Australia 2018810246641073556.html
Rahul Gandhi trying to 'weaken' country's resolve against coronavirus: BJP

Accusing Rahul Gandhi of trying to "weaken" the country's resolve to fight COVID-19, the BJP on Wednesday said that the Congress leader has been acting in a "most irresponsible" manner and is trying

27 May 19:42 Deccan Herald 2027555795950486919.html
India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pakistan PM Khan

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday alleged that the Indian government's "arrogant expansionist policies" is becoming "a threat" to its neighbours as he tried to curry favour with

27 May 19:07 Deccan Herald 2027555797418037466.html
Coronavirus: St Margaret's rest home resident believed to have died from COVID-19

The 96yo was returned to the rest home when it was confirmed she didn't have COVID, but her condition didn't improve.

27 May 19:56 Newshub 2131266987480647266.html
China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese Ambassador

China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an

27 May 19:01 Deccan Herald 2027555796529097787.html
Scott Disick & Sofia Richie Reportedly Split After Nearly 3 Years Of Dating

Sofia Richie and Scott Disick have split! What went wrong? Here's what we know!

27 May 19:17 Hollywood Life 1852895046456667725.html
As Covid-19 cases cross 1.5 lakh, officials take solace in low fatality rate

Maharashtra's rising numbers continue to worry the nation.

27 May 19:13 The Asian Age 2126266545054738387.html
White House organizes harassment of Twitter employee as Trump threatens company

The Twitter employee is now facing death threats.

27 May 19:11 The Verge 1337119303505008689.html
George Floyd: “I hate white racists” – John Boyega demands respect for Blacks (Video)

Star Wars actor John Adedayo Bamidele Adegboyega, aka John Boyega says he "f^cking" hates white racists in a recent Instagram Live video. On Wednesday morning, after the tragic death of George Floyd in Minnesota which once

27 May 19:41 LailasNews.com 2090029850754319577.html
Zimbabwe Records 76 Cases of Coronavirus in One Day

The 76 new cases have been recorded in Beitbridge, Masvingo and Harare. All new cases except one have been recorded from returnees from South Africa and Botswana. Only one case is a local transmission.”

27 May 19:28 VOA Zimbabwe 262570846644698587.html
30 killed as troops bombard bandits in Zamfara forest

No fewer than 30 bandits have been killed in airstrike conducted by the Air Component of the Operation Hadarin Daji in Doumborou forest area...

27 May 19:15 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445899932590297.html
UPDATED: FG suspends evacuation of stranded Nigerians

The Federal Government has suspended further evacuation of stranded Nigerians abroad.The development, according to Foreign Affairs

27 May 19:50 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901607931943.html
Ondo: Worship centres to open Friday - The Nation Nigeria

Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has ordered worship centres to resumed activities tomorrow (Friday).The religious activitie, according...

27 May 19:25 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901734699912.html
I'm innocent of allegations against me, says AfDB Chief Adesina

President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina has denied allegations of “breaches of the Code of Conduct of Elected...

27 May 19:02 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901814434926.html
South Africans stuck in China ask Human Rights Commission to help them get home

Desperate South Africans stranded in China by coronavirus travel restrictions and ‘forgotten’ by the South African government have resorted to lodging complaints with the SA Human Rights Commission this week to try to find a way home.

27 May 19:48 Daily Maverick 2373996788617838408.html
Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon as Nagpur, UP stay on alert

The government has placed an order for buying 60 spraying machines from UK-based company Micron, and two firms have been finalised for supply of drones for aerial spraying of insecticides for effective control over tall trees and inaccessible areas

27 May 19:22 The Indian Express 2885715104291563655.html
MLA urges proper planning before demolition of flyovers

The state government on Tuesday gave in-principle approval for the demolition of the two flyovers to make way for a double decker bridge by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA).

27 May 19:57 The Indian Express 2885715104129738777.html
Former Union minister Suresh Prabhu helps local boy return home from France

Soon after the lockdown in France, the internship was called off, and so was the stipend that the two boys were receiving. “It was frustrating and difficult in the beginning. Our parents were worried and we had no help, plus the lockdown kept extending.

27 May 19:48 The Indian Express 2885715103752150139.html
Maharashtra: Small and medium hospitals raise concerns over state notification on restriction of charges

The state government declared to take over 80 per cent of the hospital beds, as per a notification on May 22. The government has also come out with standard rates for some important surgeries and medical procedures, and the rates are applicable till July 31.

27 May 19:37 The Indian Express 2885715103790532249.html
Kerala to open registration for expats who want to fly back

Varadarjan said the registration would help the government to assess the numbers and identify those who want to go back abroad

27 May 19:58 The Indian Express 2885715104349184770.html
Covid-19 in Tamil Nadu: State gets investment task force; smartphones for Class 10 SSLC students in Chennai

In a tweet, Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami announced that the state has signed MoUs with 17 institutions for investments worth Rs 15,128 crore and to create 47,150 jobs in Tamil Nadu.

27 May 19:07 The Indian Express 2885715104389497066.html
Fire at South Mumbai hotel, 25 doctors rescued

The blaze erupted on the second floor of Hotel Fortune, in Dhobi Talao.

27 May 19:57 The Indian Express 2885715105308623825.html
We want direct primary in Ondo APC, says Olanusi

The leader of Unity Forum, Alhaji Ali Olanusi, has called for direct primary for the selection of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate

27 May 19:54 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901845586260.html
Entry barred into buildings, Mumbai hospital nurses forced to move out of their homes, leave behind belongings

The hospital had taken on rent, leased out and purchased different flats at eight buildings for its nursing staff. In the last few weeks, hospital authorities were forced to move them all to other locations after local residents did not allow them to stay on in the buildings.

27 May 19:12 The Indian Express 2885715104958699169.html
Migrant worker on way to catch train falls unconscious, later dies in hospital

Sillu had walked around three kilometers on Tuesday afternoon to reach Pandesara area from where the authorities and Odisha community leaders had arranged buses for migrant workers to reach railway station to catch the Shramik Express.

27 May 19:29 The Indian Express 2885715105523911221.html
Biden Accused of Farting During Virtual Event with Pennsylvania Gov. Wolf

Joe Biden is being accused of audibly farting during a campaign livestream while speaking with Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf on Wednesday.

27 May 19:57 Breitbart 3148363491502623164.html
Pompeo Certifies Hong Kong No Longer Autonomous from China

Pompeo announced Wednesday that he certified to Congress that Hong Kong does not continue to warrant special treatment.

27 May 19:42 Breitbart 3148363490873069694.html
4 Haryana districts sharing borders with Delhi still give health dept sleepless nights

Haryana witnessed the highest single-day spike with 94 cases Tuesday, followed by another 76 new cases on Wednesday, taking the state Covid tally to 1,381. Of these, while 838 patients have so far recovered and 18 died, there are still 525 active cases remaining.

27 May 19:23 The Indian Express 2885715105544930222.html
Ice Cube Spreads Fake Photo of Cop Blamed for Floyd George's Death, Twitter Does Nothing

Hollywood actor and rapper Ice Cube shared with his 4.9 million Twitter followers a photo that falsely links former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin and felon Jonathan Riches wearing a "Make Whites Great Again" hat.

27 May 19:43 Breitbart 3148363492236570278.html
Chinese Media Quotes Police Condemning Protest Before It Happened

A Chinese state newspaper quotes Hong Kong police condemning an "illegal" demonstration the day before it happened.

27 May 19:31 Breitbart 3148363491332907101.html
Facebook Whistleblowers: Company Failed to Report Illegal Activity

Whistleblowers at Facebook have filed a complaint with the SEC alleging that the company was aware of illegal activity on its platform, yet failed to notify the proper authorities, according to a report in the Washington Post.

27 May 19:28 Breitbart 3148363492547450667.html
Gani Adams, wife welcome twins

Gani Adams, aare ona kakanfo of Yorubaland, has welcomed the arrival a set of twins in a private hospital in Lagos.In a statement issued on Wednesday, he

27 May 19:02 TheCable Lifestyle 3194590663763798374.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China

The notice brings the future of Hong Kong squarely into the administration's numerous battles with China that have put the world's two largest economies at odds.

27 May 19:59 The Indian Express 2885715105814382292.html
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Fla., in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to plans a city task force approved Wednesday.

27 May 19:34 CTVNews 2422791597283532107.html
Canadian judge rules Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou’s fraud case will proceed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

VANCOUVER, British Columbia >> A Canadian judge ruled today the U.S. extradition case against a senior Huawei executive can continue to the next stage, a decision that is expected to further harm relations between China and Canada.

27 May 19:55 Star-Advertiser 3439335389518415428.html
Trump administration ends waivers in Obama-era nuclear deal with Iran

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday announced that the U.S.

27 May 19:26 TheHill 355432918231929586.html
Bob Geldof: ‘Bizarre’ Boomtown Rats publicity stunt ended hopes of US success

The musician also discussed a new documentary about the band.

27 May 19:17 Shropshire Star 3480199992520843169.html
Ombudsman's Report: Recruitment agency selected in search for interim CEO

A new chief executive officer is a step closer after councillors selected a recruitment agency to press ahead with the search for a fresh face to head up the City of Ballarat.

27 May 19:00 The Courier 3604583736106203777.html
29 test positive for Covid-19 at a frail care centre in Port Elizabeth

Ten staff members and 19 residents had tested positive for Covid-19 at the Lorraine Frail Care Centre in Port Elizabeth.

27 May 19:04 News24 3752801376829299706.html
Coalition of unions call on KZN teachers to not go back to school yet

The top unions affiliated to education in KwaZulu-Natal have called on their members, mainly teachers and support staff, to refrain from attending school on Thursday.

27 May 19:05 News24 3752801378558011471.html
9 Covid-19 recoveries in Bulawayo

Bulawayo has recorded nine Covid-19 recoveries leaving only two active cases but health experts are warning against complacency as it could steer a comeback of the virus.

27 May 19:34 Nehanda Radio 3802011524466905678.html
Murder for money and food in Rangemore

A homeless Bulawayo man allegedly killed an 81-year-old woman from Rangemore before ransacking her home for money and food.

27 May 19:52 Nehanda Radio 3802011524190830011.html
Minister accepts Isle of Dogs housing development 'was unlawful'

Conservative party donor Richard Desmond avoided a £40m bill due to timing of the deal.

27 May 19:23 BBC News 3883826127729410012.html
Canadian judge OKs extradition proceedings for Huawei CFO

A Canadian Supreme Court judge has ruled that extradition proceedings should continue for an executive of Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei.

27 May 19:24 CyberScoop 4040234470876630120.html
NC mother charged in death of 4-year-old who tested positive for cocaine at birth

Rocky Hill police said an investigation into the death of a 4-year-old child in North Carolina Tuesday morning led to the arrest of the child's mother and her boyfriend.

27 May 19:12 WVLT 4089046910296243825.html
Pick n Pay outlet, 8 other Gauteng stores closed for contravening regulations

The Pick n Pay outlet, situated at Evaton Mall, was found selling rotten meat and expired food items.

27 May 19:13 The Citizen 410802300756252738.html
Another Dark Week in Brazil - total number of cases over 374,800

Brazil appears to be entering another dark week, as coronavirus cases grow by the thousands and controversy swells around President Jair Bolsonaro. On Monday, the Ministry of Health announced 11,687 new cases of coronavirus had been confirmed over the last 24 hours, bringing its total number of cases to over 374,800.

27 May 19:19 novinite.com 4235039572074129216.html
COVID-19: Nigeria has 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds — Minister

Nigeria has a total of 112 treatment and isolation centres with 5,324 beds as part of the country’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 19:10 Vanguard News 4125100339722802880.html
Ogun PDP Crisi: Bayo Dayo sold out for pecuniary gains, Kashamu says

A chieftain of People's Democratic Party, PDP and former Senator for Ogun East Senatorial district in the eight assemblies, Senator Buruji...

27 May 19:17 Vanguard News 4125100339647755001.html
Boris Johnson dismisses requests to hold inquiry into Dominic Cummings’ coronavirus lockdown trip

Boris Johnson has ruled out an inquiry into the lockdown conduct of his top adviser, Dominic Cummings, insisting it is time to "move on" from the row.

27 May 19:59 The Courier 4275302767096630399.html
Analysis: Boris Johnson’s bluster fails him in the liaison committee bear pit

Much like a 30-mile drive to test the eyesight, Boris Johnson's appearance before the liaison committee was always liable to end in a car crash.

27 May 19:30 The Courier 4275302768829693602.html
Twenty-six held over migrant lorry tragedy in Britain

Police in Belgium and France have arrested 26 suspected people smugglers over the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants in a refrigerated truck in Britain last year.

27 May 19:20 Digital Journal 4566489171366525075.html
Minor girl among two dead, another injured after strong winds uproot tree in Shopian

A minor girl and a woman died while another sustained injuries on Wednesday after a tree uprooted by strong winds fell on them in Keller area of south

27 May 19:58 Greater Kashmir 4662909092434484404.html
Moscow to ease lockdown from Monday as pandemic stabilises

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin on Wednesday announced an easing of the Russian capital's lockdown starting June 1 after the Kremlin said the coronavirus pandemic had passed its peak in the country.

27 May 19:00 Digital Journal 4566489173234188455.html
Suspected drugs, cash and Taser seized by police officers in south Bristol

Officers executed warrants at properties in the St Anne’s and Hartcliffe areas

27 May 19:28 BristolLive 4740742017353702355.html
'A duty to get involved': Calgary police investigate Chinese consulate vandalism

Members of the city's Chinese community say they are working with authorities after a building in downtown Calgary was defaced with a hateful message.

27 May 19:20 Calgary 4726856560642164997.html
Canadian court greenlights extradition proceedings against Huawei CEO’s daughter

A British Columbia Supreme Court judge ruled against Huawei’s chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou on Wednesday, dismissing one of the key arguments by the daughter of the company's founder in her fight against extradition from Canada to the United States.

27 May 19:33 Washington Examiner 4625792332653057341.html
Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Will Be Expanded Shortly: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday said he would expand his five-member cabinet "shortly".

27 May 19:34 NDTV.com 5090057681578780861.html
Himachal BJP Chief's Resignation Proves Corruption Allegations: Congress

The Congress claimed on Wednesday that Himachal Pradesh BJP president Rajeev Bindal's resignation showed that the corruption allegations in the Health Department were true.

27 May 19:09 NDTV.com 5090057682241696602.html
"I Told Amit Shah....": Mamata Banerjee Reveals Argument On COVID-19

Raising the political pitch in her battle with the centre over the handling of the coronavirus crisis, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday revealed she had told Union Home Minister Amit Shah that if he thought the state government was failing to handle the crisis properly, why didn't he try and deal with it himself.

27 May 19:35 NDTV.com 5090057681163307377.html
Gov. Cuomo's controversial order requiring nursing homes to admit COVID-19 patients was reportedly removed from New York's health website, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Cuomo's March 25 order requiring adult care facilities to admit COVID-19-positive patients was apparently deleted, amid more than 5,800 deaths.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 19:01 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756478613947.html
Orthodox and Haredi Hasidic Jews in a New York suburb say they're scapegoats in the coronavirus crisis. The 'othering' goes back decades., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - More than 90,000 Jews, many of them Orthodox or Haredi Hassidic, call Rockland County home. During times of crisis, they feel the blame.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 19:36 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408755544201431.html
Justice Mazuz: Man under indictment establishing government - a moral failure - Inside Israel

Supreme Court publishes full arguments in decision not to prevent Netanyahu from forming government while under indictment.

27 May 19:14 Israel National News 5374683670247772798.html
Ugandan banks close at 2pm to allow staff beat curfew

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Several commercial banks have announced they will revise down their closure time to allow staff enough time to drive home so as not to be caught by the 7pm curfew. While some banks have not yet indicated that they will shift from the 3pm closing time, at least …

27 May 19:36 The Independent Uganda: 5099025989380495971.html
COVID-19: Nigeria temporarily suspends evacuation of citizens abroad

FG has temporarily suspended the evacuation of Nigerians stranded abroad. Geoffrey Onyeama, said the decision is to allow take-off

27 May 19:56 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299954372140.html
Tsvangirai's son shows Chamisa the middle finger

THE late MDC founding father Morgan Tsvangirai's son, Vincent, defied Nelson Chamisa's directive after he attended the National Assembly sitting yesterday.This ...

27 May 19:41 Bulawayo24 News 5565663540326290949.html
Groups demand release of journalist remanded for 'insulting' Nigerian minister

Human rights groups have kicked against the arrest and detention of a broadcast journalist, Rotimi Jolayemi, over a poetry work deemed critical

27 May 19:49 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299727819518.html
Jon Jones Blasts Cops That Killed George Floyd: “You’re a Pu–y, Shouldn’t Be Wearing That Badge” (TWEETS)

Jon Jones feels like everybody who has seen that horrific video of a Minneapolis police officer with his knee and…

27 May 19:48 Total Pro Sports 5536572206476347836.html
Watch 20 minutes of The Last of Us Part 2 footage during Sony’s State of Play episode

Available on PlayStation 4 on June 19

27 May 19:00 Polygon 3721530540008050259.html
Scots super granny who beat coronavirus at 100 says 'I'm free'

Isabel McCarron held a sign stating 'I'm free' to celebrate being rid of the killer bug.

27 May 19:00 dailyrecord 552235479391268989.html
Jakarta likely to be ready for 'new normal' phase after Jun 4, says coordinating minister for economy

JAKARTA: Jakarta will likely be able to enter a ”new normal” phase after Jun 4, the last day of COVID-19 curbs known in Indonesia as large-scale ...

27 May 19:12 CNA 5644198862409975762.html
Over 200 virus-linked attacks on health workers: Red Cross

The Red Cross said Wednesday that more than 200 violent attacks on health workers connected with the COVID-19 crisis had been reported across more than a dozen countries since the pandemic began.

27 May 19:39 News24 3752801378343390395.html
Gauteng health dept repurposes AngloGold hospital as a Covid-19 facility

A hospital being renovated to specifically handle coronavirus cases is expected to be handed over to the Gauteng Department of Health at the end of June.

27 May 19:45 News24 3752801377813993711.html
Elderly Prisoner Granted Release but Got Coronavirus During Government Appeal

Muntaqim, after a half-century behind bars, posed no risk to society, so a judge ordered him free. But the government’s appeal instead risked his life.

27 May 19:55 The Intercept 3645855239647576674.html
China to increase international flights if COVID-19 under control: Regulator

China's aviation authority will consider increasing international flights as long as imported coronavirus risks are under control, state media ...

27 May 19:04 CNA 5644198864266761334.html
Olympic chief Bach consults with IOC members over COVID-19 fallout

LAUSANNE: Olympic chief Thomas Bach on Wednesday (May 27) held a series of talks with International Olympic Committee members on the potential ...

27 May 19:26 CNA 5644198863185765499.html
DA denies money woes as it plans to cut jobs

The DA is pushing ahead with its plans to retrench staff, but has denied it is facing financial trouble.

27 May 19:13 News24 3752801376592719631.html
EU proposes huge aid plan as COVID-19 hammers Latin America

The EU unveiled a proposed 750-billion-euro recovery plan Wednesday to get the continent back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the ...

27 May 19:59 CNA 5644198863914788311.html
A timeline of events in the case of Meng Wanzhou

VANCOUVER — A timeline of the Meng Wanzhou case, and rising tension between Canada and China. 2018 Aug. 22: A New York court issues a warrant for the arrest of Huawei Technologies chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou. Dec.

27 May 19:02 KitchenerToday.com 52741010385389635.html
Greensill drops libel suit against Reuters over bond story

Greensill Capital said it has dropped a libel suit against Reuters over a story which said that the financing group had provided a false statement ...

27 May 19:50 CNA 5644198862500059187.html
Fearing Court, Jagan Government Decides To Take Backstep

After High Court ordered to change the colors, the Government added one more color and gave definition to the four colors to avoid legal scrutiny.

27 May 19:30 MIRCHI9 6041804860354786423.html
S.C. police officers face disciplinary action over use of force after video surfaces

Three North Charleston police officers are facing disciplinary actions following an investigation involving the use of force during an encounter with a man which was captured on video.

27 May 19:08 WBTV 6439870257698350139.html
Scottish independence: Majority want second referendum in next five years

MORE than half of Scots want a second independence referendum in the next five years, according to a poll. The Ipsos MORI survey for BBC Scotland found that 63% of people want another referendum, 3…

27 May 19:07 The Scottish Sun 6609127672876014499.html
Minneapolis mayor: Officer who put knee on man’s neck should be charged

The mayor of Minneapolis called Wednesday for criminal charges against the white police officer seen on video kneeling against the neck of a handcuffed black man who complained that he could not breathe and died in police custody.

27 May 19:19 City NEWS 1130 5858657120101830224.html
Orthodox and Haredi Hasidic Jews in a New York suburb say they're scapegoats in the coronavirus crisis. The 'othering' goes back decades.

More than 90,000 Jews, many of them Orthodox or Haredi Hassidic, call Rockland County home. During times of crisis, they feel the blame.

27 May 19:36 Business Insider 6060062400740112702.html
US says Hong Kong’s autonomy is gone, sowing China trade doubt

Secretary of State Michael Pompeo announced the decision Wednesday, a week after the government in Beijing declared its intention to pass a national security law curtailing the rights and freedoms of Hong Kong citizens

27 May 19:58 Livemint 6614605818708851582.html
Tareen asks govt to acknowledge his payments to sugarcane farmers

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Jahangir Khan Tareen on Wednesday said that he would be grateful if the government spokespersons acknowledge the farmer compensation figures from 2017-18

27 May 19:55 Pakistan Today 6621510369611966444.html
Trump wades into India-China dispute with tweet to arbitrate

The US president’s offer is seen by analysts as playing to a domestic audience in US on an election year.Trump’s Twitter post came hours after China said the border situation with India was ‘stable’

27 May 19:48 Livemint 6614605819399114961.html
Shops to buses: Telangana govt allows further relaxations to lockdown norms

KCR held separate meetings with ministers and officials on the COVID-19 situation and implementation of lockdown, among others and took decisions on several issues.State-run RTC buses have been exempted from night time curfew restrictions and will be allowed to ply to their destinations

27 May 19:14 Livemint 6614605818423596298.html
Five things to know about the Meng Wanzhou extradition case

VANCOUVER - A B.C. Supreme Court judge ruled against Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou on Wednesday in a key legal argument in her extradition case. Here are fi

27 May 19:39 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245321786107.html
‘Why were DU principals repatriated in a hurry?’

Governing body members of Aurobindo College and Delhi College of Arts and Commerce wrote to the Delhi University Vice-Chancellor questioning the recent move to repatriate officiating principals of the

27 May 19:49 The Hindu 6679535024303899200.html
Coronavirus cases cross 60,000, death toll climbs to 1,239

ISLAMABAD: Coronavirus cases in Pakistan crossed the 60,000 mark on Wednesday while the death toll climbed to 1,239.21,118 cases have so far been detected in Punjab, 24,206 in Sindh, 8,483 in Khyb

27 May 19:03 Pakistan Today 6621510370084324982.html
Yemen: Saudi-led coalition says downed Houthi drone over Najran

The Saudi-led coalition engaged in Yemen has said its forces intercepted and downed drones launched by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement towards the Saudi border city of Najran in the first such incident since late March.

27 May 19:03 Aljazeera 6642629763921183806.html
Canada judge rules Huawei CFO Meng's fraud case will proceed

VANCOUVER - A Canadian judge ruled Wednesday the U.S. extradition case against a senior Huawei executive can proceed to the next stage, a decision that is e

27 May 19:50 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245075237295.html
Nizamuddin event: 15 more chargesheets against foreigners

294 booked for flouting visa norms, govt. rules among others

27 May 19:48 The Hindu 6679535024366025605.html
T.N. may go ahead with setting up Jaya memorial foundation

High Court has only made certain suggestions, says official

27 May 19:13 The Hindu 6679535024957692979.html
Fresh rain prediction has Chellanam wide awake

Huge waves lash coastal stretches of the village; lockdown delays laying of geo textile tubes at several places

27 May 19:00 The Hindu 6679535024327194119.html
21 including health workers test positive for COVID-19 in Tiruvannamalai

Increase in number of returnees from other States has led to a situation where the district administration is looking out for space for quarantine. With more number of cases reporting positive, tracin

27 May 19:11 The Hindu 6679535024674292452.html
Another death in Mumbai Police ranks; toll now 13

A 54-year-old head constable posted in central Mumbai became the 13th COVID-19 fatality in the Mumbai Police on Tuesday.The head constable, who was just a few months short of falling in the high-risk

27 May 19:39 The Hindu 6679535025018072798.html
Bring back minor girl from Nepal: HC to Centre

A man tied the knot with her despite being already married and took her there

27 May 19:48 The Hindu 6679535025257023638.html
Morgue attendant dies hours after mother

Nine KEM mortuary staffers have tested positive for COVID-19

27 May 19:56 The Hindu 6679535025416139318.html
State death toll rises to 1,897 after deadliest day yet claims 105 lives

2,190 new cases take COVID-19 tally near 57,000-mark

27 May 19:26 The Hindu 6679535025704441050.html
Hospitals turned their backs on us, say nurses with COVID-19

Staffers complain of unhygienic isolation facilities, lack of medical attention from employers, inadequate PPE

27 May 19:32 The Hindu 6679535025324925770.html
Effigies of government figure and businessman hung on Salford bridge below coronavirus protest banner slammed as ‘unacceptable’

'I am all for people making a political point, but in a democracy that has to be done in a way that respects the rights of others and the sanctity of life'

27 May 19:50 men 6694993429216789922.html
John Boyega Blasts ‘Racist White People’ In NSFW Rant After Killing Of George Floyd

Numerous celebrities have come forward to share their outrage about the killing of George Floyd, an African-American man who died shortly after being handcuffed by a Minneapolis police officer. Outrage was sparked when with video of the arrest emerged, showing the officer leaning on Floyd's throat with the full weight of his body even as…

27 May 19:46 ET Canada 6735490619998050627.html
First picture of woman found 'murdered' in country park as family pays tribute

The victim, whose body was found in Reddish Vale Country Park in Stockport, has been named locally as Yvonne Lawson McCann. A 48-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder

27 May 19:55 mirror 675785260753761373.html
Corrie fight branded 'pathetic' as viewers compare gang members to ballerinas

Corrie viewers could not hold back their mirth after David Platt's "tickle fight" with a gang left them entirely unconvinced

27 May 19:21 mirror 675785261564715759.html
Scottish club's fans 'to decide' goalkeeper's fate on Twitter

Scottish football club Livingston have taken an unusual approach to working out whether to keep goalkeeper Gary Maley... asking supporters on Twitter to decide his fate.

27 May 19:14 Sport 682566035973121779.html
Ontario to take over management at more long-term care homes

Premier Doug Ford says province is prepared to pull operating licences and shut down facilities if necessary

27 May 19:34 The Globe and Mail 68426411211878798.html
5 killed in fire at Bangladesh coronavirus treatment tent

Fire swept through a tent set up outside a hospital in an upscale area of the Bangladeshi capital to treat people infected with the coronavirus, killing five people, an official said Wednesday.

27 May 19:19 Hindustan Times 696565557602531179.html
US to revoke Iran nuclear cooperation sanctions waivers

The Trump administration is ending nearly all of the last vestiges of U.S. sanctions relief provided under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, according to current and former U.S. officials and congressional aides.

27 May 19:06 Hindustan Times 696565557076555693.html
Protester who hung effigy of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear fired from job at car dealership

Terry Bush, president of the Kentucky 3 Percenters group, only hoisted the effigy, his wife Patsy said Wednesday morning.

27 May 19:39 Yahoo 7097669637778773820.html
An 'Avalanche of Evictions' Could Be Bearing Down on America's Renters

EUCLID, Ohio -- The United States, already wrestling with an economic collapse not seen in a generation, is facing a wave of evictions as government relief payments and legal protections run out for millions of out-of-work Americans who have little financial cushion and few choices when looking for new

27 May 19:00 Yahoo 7097669638221349154.html
Tulsi Gabbard drops defamation suit against Hillary Clinton

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, dropped her defamation lawsuit against Hillary Clinton Wednesday, ending a brief legal battle over comments made by the former secretary of state suggesting the congresswoman had ties to Russia. 

27 May 19:30 Fox News 7362823820170166594.html
Poor parking delays firefighters on way to Chasewater blaze

Firefighters have hit out at delays caused by "inconsiderate parking" after they were called to a grass fire at a popular park.

27 May 19:55 Express & Star 7324224459169912361.html
Leader: Economic Reforms a Top Priority of New Majlis

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said improving the core elements of the national economy, including employment, production, value of national currency and inflation,

27 May 19:30 Financial Tribune 7109125994093473228.html
Cheered by Private Schools, DeVos Demands Public Education Shares Pandemic Aid

WASHINGTON -- Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, defiant amid criticism that she is using the coronavirus pandemic to pursue a long-sought agenda, said she will force public school districts to share a large portion of federal rescue funding with private school students, regardless of income.DeVos announced

27 May 19:01 Yahoo 7097669639019798923.html
Bob Geldof: ‘Bizarre’ Boomtown Rats publicity stunt ended hopes of US success

The musician also discussed a new documentary about the band.

27 May 19:18 Express & Star 7324224460067020705.html
First Las Vegas casinos to reopen on the Strip are revealed

Vegas is betting that it’s time to reopen.

27 May 19:53 Fox News 7362823821315549713.html
Pelosi dismissive of holding national party conventions with ‘tens of thousands’ of people this summer

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi dismissed the idea of holding in-person political conventions over the summer to officially nominate presidential candidates, though her party has yet to come to a decision on the matter.

27 May 19:58 Fox News 7362823820203812795.html
Ireland ranks poorly in care home death comparisons

Figures contained in a Department of Health publication show Ireland with a high number of care home resident deaths, as a percentage of all Covid-19 deaths, as part of a rough comparison with 20 other countries.

27 May 19:24 RTE.ie 7595237278823385868.html
British mercenaries 'involved in botched operation' backing rebel leader in Libya, according to secret UN report

Six British citizens including two former Royal Marine commandos have been accused of taking part in a botched mercenary mission to Libya to fight on behalf of renegade general Khalifa Haftar. The five men and one woman are named in a confidential report by the United Nations panel of experts on Libya

27 May 19:43 Yahoo 7097669637580426646.html
Germany to lift virus-related travel warning for EU countries from June 15

A government source said on Tuesday that the step would also include non-EU member states Britain, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. This would open the way to separate pieces of advice on travel for given regions.

27 May 19:09 The Economic Times 7653256037881596114.html
Sil Fox: Photos being ‘splashed all over papers’ after court appearances 'isn't right’

Comedian Sil Fox, who has been cleared of sexual assault, says it's 'not right' that photographs ...

27 May 19:00 Newstalk 7635722258782477576.html
Twitter: Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated'

The move drew a furious response from Trump.

27 May 19:17 Daily Nation 7421817125190678347.html
Video shows man set Texas hotel office on fire during attempted robbery

Terrifying footage captures the moment a man set a Texas hotel office ablaze during an attempted robbery. Video released by the Fort Worth Fire Department shows the arsonist, wearing a black cap and a

27 May 19:23 New York Post 7654946769151341941.html
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after his tweets tagged

On Tuesday, Twitter for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers. 

27 May 19:08 The Jakarta Post 7678601103458812785.html
Places of worship to open gradually as 'new normal' comes into play: Religious Affairs Minister

The government has decided to allow places of worship in COVID-19 “green zones” to reopen as the “new normal” comes into force.

27 May 19:27 The Jakarta Post 7678601102831870257.html
NYC DOE doesn’t know how many students are being live taught at home amid lockdown

The city Department of Education doesn’t know how many of its students are actually being live taught at home during the coronavirus lockdown, officials conceded Wednesday. Asked if they were

27 May 19:21 New York Post 7654946769538381480.html
Heroin addict broke into house and stole haul of items while woman was home alone

A judge told heroin addict Michael Parker he had an 'appalling record' of offending and breaching court orders

27 May 19:02 Wales Online 7686550515918015684.html
Schools will reopen at a “safe time”, says FG

Nigerian Government on Wednesday said schools across the nation will be reopened by at a safe time while it will soon roll out guidelines for the reopening. “The Presidential Task Force wishes to use the occasion of this celebration to congratulate our children and assure them, their parents and all stakeholders alike that all hands […]

27 May 19:29 The Guardian 7580308505275030664.html
Ahmaud Arbery case: Hearing set for 3 Georgia men charged in killing

A June 4 preliminary hearing has been set for the three men charged in the killing of Georgia man Ahmaud Arbery.

27 May 19:16 Fox News 7362823821322643428.html
Twitter poll to decide Gary Maley's Livingston future helps children's charity

The goalkeeper is now in line for a contract extension at the club.

27 May 19:55 Sports Mole 7750663362218628830.html
Lawmakers urge sovereign immunity law to retaliate for US abuse of litigation over COVID-19

Some 35 lawmakers have raised a special motion during this year's two sessions, urging the country to speed up formulating a foreign states immunity law that will grant Chinese citizens and companies the right to sue other countries in domestic courts, in an attempt to retaliate for US abuse of litigation against China over the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 19:23 Global Times 7829414520509246477.html
Arsenal Women fined by FA over autistic coach's dismissal

Arsenal Women have been fined £50,000 and ordered to send members of staff on an education programme after the club's decision to dismiss an autistic youth coach in 2014 was deemed in breach of FA rules on discrimination.

27 May 19:13 Sky Sports 7729859610041535200.html
China ready for looming financial war initiated by US

China should prepare for a potential financial showdown with the US, as the Trump administration appears to be waging a financial war on China, with crackdowns on US-listed Chinese companies and threats of sanctions over national security legislation for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), financial sector experts said on Thursday.

27 May 19:03 Global Times 7829414521474594468.html
Bangladesh to reopen public transport services on limited scale from May 31

Bangladesh is lifting the ban on public transport services from May 31, the day offices will reopen on a limited scale.

27 May 19:25 Bdnews24 8119004128379658094.html
Super 30 offers IIT coaching to girl who cycled 1,200 km with dad

Patna: Super 30 founder Anand Kumar has offered free coaching to Bihar girl Jyoti Kumari for IIT-JEE entrance exam. Kumari came into limelight after she cycled 1200 kilometers to get her injured...

27 May 19:32 The Hans India 817019414085976515.html
Congress sees conspiracy of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana CMs in diverting Krishna water

TPCC chief says diversion of 88,000 cusecs water from Pothireddypadu and 3 TMC from Sangameshwaram to Andhra Pradesh would turn south Telangana into a desert

27 May 19:52 The Hans India 817019414057566302.html
Bob Geldof: ‘Bizarre’ Boomtown Rats publicity stunt ended hopes of US success

The musician also discussed a new documentary about the band.

27 May 19:15 Irishexaminer 8196011178396348466.html
Baby plays with dead mom; video goes viral

Patna: A baby plays with a shroud covering its dead mother at a station in Bihar, in one of the most tragic visuals to emerge from the daily reports of migrants stranded by the coronavirus lockdown.

27 May 19:02 The Hans India 817019414937184431.html
Doctor moves Supreme Court on quarantine for health staff

New Delhi: A doctor has questioned in the Supreme Court the Centre's new Standard Operating Procedure for front line COVID-19 healthcare workers by which it has ended the 14-day mandatory quarantine...

27 May 19:22 The Hans India 817019414471193872.html
FAAN: Air travellers should expect flight delays, increased fares

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says passengers should expect flight delays and increased fares when flight operations resume.

27 May 19:28 TheCable 7513571675375561159.html
NYC doctor who treated John Paul II, Reagan accused of sexually abusing patient

A noted New York City doctor who reportedly treated a pope and president allegedly sexually assaulted a patient after romantically pursuing her for years, according to a federal lawsuit. The woman who

27 May 19:58 New York Post 7654946768044354143.html
Why can't private hospitals treat patients free, Supreme Court asks Centre

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked why the private hospitals, given land free of cost by the government, cannot treat Covid-19 patients for free. It questioned the central government if there is any...

27 May 19:17 The Hans India 817019414753580102.html
Minister breaks ranks and calls for social distancing rules to be relaxed

A sitting government minister has said he is “baffled” as to why the Government has not moved to reduce the social distance rules from 2 metres to 1 metre, as recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

27 May 19:38 Irishexaminer 8196011180062041498.html
George Floyd’s relatives say he was ‘everyone’s favorite everything’ as they call for police officers fired over his death to face murder charges

Relatives of George Floyd call him “everyone’s favorite everything.”

27 May 19:54 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882397994422.html
Russia postpones July BRICS summit due to coronavirus

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia said on Wednesday it has decided to postpone the summit of the BRICS nations, initially scheduled to be held in St. Petersburg in July, due to the spread of the coronavirus.

27 May 19:02 Reuters 8334514180057854091.html
Gov. Cuomo’s controversial order requiring nursing homes to admit COVID-19 patients was reportedly removed from New York’s health website

Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s March 25 order that required nursing homes to admit patients who were suspected to have or had tested positive for COVID-19 has been deleted from the state of New York’s website, Fox News reported Tuesday.

27 May 19:01 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883063044539.html
Burkina prosecutor says cause of death of 12 detainees unclear

OUAGADOUGOU (Reuters) - A Burkina Faso prosecutor said on Wednesday that a preliminary probe could not determine what caused the death of 12 people in detention cells hours after they were arrested, a decision advocacy group Human Rights Watch says could signal a cover-up.

27 May 19:18 Reuters 8334514181375958973.html
Rosenstein to testify in Senate on Trump-Russia probe

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A key figure behind the U.S. investigation into links between Russia and President Donald Trump’s 2016 election campaign will testify next week before a Republican-led Senate committee examining the origins of the probe, the panel said on Wednesday.

27 May 19:30 Reuters 8334514179911221642.html
U.N. nuclear watchdog plans delayed board meeting because of coronavirus

VIENNA (Reuters) - The U.N. nuclear watchdog’s 35-nation board plans to hold next month’s quarterly meeting a week later than originally planned and mainly by video link because of the coronavirus pandemic, the board’s chairwoman told member states on Wednesday.

27 May 19:03 Reuters 8334514181215327103.html
Italy PM meeting with allies fails to break Atlantia deadlock

ROME (Reuters) - A meeting between Italy’s Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte and coalition allies on Wednesday to try settle a row over Atlantia’s motorway business yielded no progress, two government sources said.

27 May 19:06 Reuters 8334514181469635365.html
Canadian court arrives at decision for Huawei's CFO, Meng Wanzhou

In December 2018, Meng Wanzhou, Huawei's CFO, was arrested in Canada at the request of the United States. Today, a court in Canada has finally made its decision about what should happen.

27 May 19:16 Neowin 8633418616404196620.html
Las Vegas man killed in hit-and-run ID’d as police seek 2nd driver

Man killed in Las Vegas hit-and-run crash identified as James Taite, 66

27 May 19:35 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648837012115057.html
Moscow to ease lockdown from Monday as pandemic stabilizes

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin on Wednesday announced an easing of the Russian capital's lockdown starting June 1 after the Kremlin said the coronavirus pandemic had passed its peak in the country. "Today we can already talk about the next steps out of the crisis situation," Sobyanin told President Vladimir Putin…

27 May 19:10 Japan Today 8582716285821711301.html
Another cruise crew member in coronavirus limbo dies of apparent suicide

A cruise ship crew member died last week of self-inflicted harm, the U.S. Coast Guard said Wednesday as it confirmed the latest in a series of apparent suicides among such workers trapped at sea because of the coronavirus pandemic. A 32-year-old Filipino worker on a ship called Scarlet Lady, the…

27 May 19:40 Japan Today 8582716287003887181.html
Trump offers to mediate between India and China

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

27 May 19:27 Rising Kashmir 9025326238843079576.html
Three jailed over illegal possession of firearms

The trio denied the charges prompting the prosecutors to adjourn the case to June 8, 2020.

27 May 19:20 New Vision 9103146372801859696.html
U.S. Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown

Congress voted Wednesday to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries. The House passed a bipartisan bill that would impose sanctions on Chinese officials involved in the mass surveillance and detention of Uighurs…

27 May 19:57 Japan Today 8582716286499916006.html
Murder, Arson, and Hundreds of Charges: Cops Wade Into Canuck Towing War

What started out as simple rivalry between tow companies devolved into a full-scale conflict that boasted every ingredient of organized crime: guns, drugs, money, intimidation, arson, and murder.

27 May 19:43 The Truth About Cars 8594295342776428223.html
Minor girl among two killed, after strong winds uproot tree in south Kashmir

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

27 May 19:09 Rising Kashmir 9025326238926317166.html
Huawei CFO is one crucial step closer to being extradited to the US

A Canadian court has ruled that Huawei's financial chief Meng Wanzhou is eligible for extradition.

27 May 19:40 Engadget 96641516491000440.html
WHO creates foundation to boost funding in coronavirus fight

GENEVA/ZURICH (Reuters) - The World Health Organization announced on Wednesday the creation of a foundation to tap new sources of funding that could help ease a potential cash shortage as it leads the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 19:16 Reuters 8334514180036329578.html
Homeless 13-Year-Old Stands Up to Rift Valley Regional Commissioner Natembeya Over Clashes [VIDEO]

“Whose son is this? Natembeya asked the crowd while signalling the boy to step forward...

27 May 19:10 Kenyans.co.ke 8634838154902832349.html
Prince Andrew Told 17yo 'Sex Slave' Roberts She Was 'A Little Bit' Older Than His Daughters - Report

Speaking about her alleged visit to a nightclub in London with Prince Andrew, Virginia Roberts said he was "sweating profusely" all over her while dancing.

27 May 19:07 Sputniknews 967333868634392278.html
Emily Maitlis replaced as Newsnight episode host following Cummings monologue

BBC said presenter breached impartiality rules with remarks on Tuesday night

27 May 19:59 The Irish Times 8204772968778128906.html
Spoilers: Shona returns to save David in Corrie?

Word of David's recklessness spread around the cobbles, and Sarah could think of only one person capable of getting through to her brother.

27 May 19:55 Metro 970161747894602313.html
Turkish Drone Parts Found Among Terrorist Arms Stash Seized by Syrian Troops in Idlib, Report Says

Tensions in the northwestern Syrian region, the last province where major concentrations of jihadist forces continue to operate, have escalated this month amid repeated...

27 May 19:08 Sputniknews 967333868295064703.html
Pompeo: US Cutting Iran Nuke Deal-Related Waivers, Measure Effective in 60 Days

Citing "Iran's continued nuclear escalation," US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has announced that the sanctions waiver for Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action-related...

27 May 19:55 Sputniknews 967333868716314579.html
US Air Force Has Failed to Address Racial Disparities in Military Justice System - Watchdog

A new report from a military law watchdog group has found that the US Air Force (USAF) has been engaging in a multi-year effort to cover up its abysmal record of racial...

27 May 19:00 Sputniknews 967333869353016755.html
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian Says Resumed Brexit Talks are 'Going Badly'

Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier wrote to opposition leaders on Wednesday reminding them that the EU was open to an extension of up to two years to get a deal signed – a...

27 May 19:16 Sputniknews 967333867658120271.html
Bob Geldof: ‘Bizarre' Boomtown Rats publicity stunt ended hopes of US success

The musician also discussed a new documentary about the band.

27 May 19:15 The Irish News 993067179998485.html
Spoilers: Vinny goes missing in Emmerdale after Paul reveals the truth

Vinny's whereabouts remain a mystery after he discovered the extent of his parents' lies.

27 May 19:25 Metro 970161748840879154.html
US Reportedly Poised to Strip Hong Kong of Preferential Tariff Rates Amid Rising Tensions With China

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo stated that Hong Kong no longer warrants the same kind of treatment under the US laws in the same manner as said laws were applied to...

27 May 19:10 Sputniknews 967333869523380784.html
Dad jumped to his death months before birth of first child

Oliver Dinsdale, 23, had recently discovered a friend was pregnant with their baby when his body was found in a construction site in November 2018.

27 May 19:03 Metro 970161748263311277.html
Phillip Schofield receives Ofcom complaints after saying Donald Trump is 'still there sadly' during COVID-19 segment on This Morning

In the show aired last week, the presenter, 58, left viewers shocked over his comment about the US President, 73, during a segment about him taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine.

27 May 20:10 Mail Online 124328110715465599.html
Nepal's new map hits a roadblock as parliament discussion gets deferred

Nepal claims the territory, which touches the border with China, under an 1816 treaty with the East India Company

27 May 20:44 Business-Standard 1502508924866692230.html
Hong Kong no longer qualifies as autonomous under China, says Pompeo

Hong Kong, an economic powerhouse, is a Special Administrative Region of China

27 May 20:54 Business-Standard 1502508926528997797.html
ED attaches JP Morgan assets worth Rs 187 cr, MNC in SC denies wrong doing in Amrapali case

The firm, JP Morgan India on other hand denied any wrong doing and said that attachment of properties by the Enforcement Directorate is blatantly illegal as it was not part of any kind of financial dealing with Amrapali Group and it was JP Morgan Singapore and Mauritius which had allegedly invested in the real estate group.

27 May 20:32 The Financial Express 1288289581536180395.html
Filthy Rich: A Closer Look at Jeffrey Epstein's Homes Featured in the Documentary

Jeffrey Epstein owned at least six properties around the world, including two islands in the US Virgin Islands and a mansion in Palm Beach, FL.

27 May 20:05 POPSUGAR Entertainment 1694745614966951190.html
Rosanne Cash Says Her Daughter Was Called A ‘Liberal P*ssy’ For Wearing A Mask

Johnny Cash’s granddaughter was allegedly called a “liberal p*ssy” by a man in Nashville after she was spotted wearing a mask to buy groceries. Her mother, Cash’s eldest ...

27 May 20:56 The Inquisitr 1745625231317365455.html
Derek Chauvin: Who Is The Police Officer Seen Kneeling On George Floyd’s Neck?

Derek Chauvin is the Minneapolis, Minnesota police officer depicted in the media kneeling on the neck of George Floyd, who eventually died of his injury. In the videos of the incident, which has ...

27 May 20:49 The Inquisitr 1745625231820147458.html
Netflix's Filthy Rich: 6 Things to Know From Vanity Fair's 2003 Profile on Jeffrey Epstein

Six takeaways from Vanity Fair's 2003 profile on Jeffrey Epstein, written by Vicky Ward, featured in Netflix's new documentary Filthy Rich.

27 May 20:35 POPSUGAR Entertainment 1694745614107355114.html
US to Pull Hong Kong’s Special Status as China Tightens Grip

No longer considering the territory autonomous from China, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Wednesday that the United States will work toward stripping Hong Kong of special diplomatic status.

27 May 20:09 Courthouse News Service 1799505149572563208.html
BREAKING: We are working on guidelines for reopening of schools in Nigeria – Boss Mustapha

Boss Mustapha, the secretary to the Government of the Federation, has on Wednesday said guidelines for the reopening of schools in Nigeriawill eb shared by Federal Government soon. Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19,

27 May 20:43 LailasNews.com 2090029850055743980.html
COVID-19: J&K horse becomes first animal to be put under quarantine

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district had to put a horse under quarantine after it travelled through a COVID-19 red zone. The horse and its rider became the talk of the town when they

27 May 20:16 Deccan Herald 2027555796583406199.html
COVID-19: Mizoram Governor opens Raj Bhavan doors for stranded teachers

Breaking the protocols to help people in distress is fine, believes Mizoram Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai. This belief prompted the Governor to open the doors of Raj Bhavan for four teachers, who

27 May 20:15 Deccan Herald 2027555795947008661.html
Canadian court deals blow to Huawei CFO

Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou lost a bid to have US extradition proceedings dismissed, after a ...

27 May 20:00 Mobile World Live 2109488011466177632.html
Canadian court deals blow to Huawei CFO

Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou lost a bid to have US extradition proceedings dismissed, after a ...

27 May 20:00 Mobile World Live 2109488009899837708.html
Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute

The US president had also once offered to “help” in the disputed region of Kashmir, triggering a political storm in India

27 May 20:38 The Asian Age 2126266545807029036.html
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media platforms

The spat began when Twitter labelled two of the US president's tweets as

27 May 20:20 The Asian Age 2126266545397470350.html
Canadian military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean

The Canadian Armed Forces says it has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in the Mediterranean.

27 May 20:50 CTVNews 2422791598957760340.html
Ivanka Trump wears face mask at delayed Nasa SpaceX launch after president mocked it as 'politically correct'

Ivanka Trump wore a facemask to the Nasa launch on Thursday a day after her father, Donald Trump, mocked the practice as being "politically correct". Ms Trump and her children wore the patterned

27 May 20:33 The Independent 2511519172445721983.html
Minneapolis mayor calls for white police officer to be charged in black man’s death

May 27 (Reuters) - Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called on prosecutors to file criminal charges against a white police officer caught on a bystander's video pressing his knee into the neck of African-American man who later died at a hospital.

27 May 20:00 Daily Maverick 2373996788354821273.html
Iran records 56 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours - The Nation

Iran on Wednesday confirmed 56 additional fatalities from coronavirus over the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 7,564....

27 May 20:39 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900786728738.html
Edo 2020: Nobody can stop my re-election – Obaseki

Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki has declared no one would stop him from being reelected.He spoke ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) June 22

27 May 20:10 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901663698979.html
Why schools cannot reopen yet, by FG - The Nation Nigeria

Schools cannot reopen yet despite agitation in some quarters to that effect, the Federal Government has declared.It said schools cannot reopen

27 May 20:04 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900149292335.html
Ravi Shankar Prasad says Centre, states doing their best, targets Rahul Gandhi

Targeting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Prasad said his recent public statements were “utterly irresponsible”. He alleged that Rahul “was trying to weaken the resolve”of the country to fight against the pandemic and that his criticism was “based upon falsehood”.

27 May 20:44 The Indian Express 2885715104920923879.html
Mamata slams Railways, its ‘politics’ of sending Shramik trains without informing state govt

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged that the Railways on its own was sending 36 Shramik trains from Maharashtra, and her government had not been informed about it.

27 May 20:19 The Indian Express 2885715103915214235.html
Gujarat: Portal editor granted bail by sessions court

Patel was charged under Indian Penal Code Section 124 A for sedition and Section 54 of the Disaster Management Act (punishment for false warning) by the Ahmedabad Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) on May 11 for “trying to create unrest in society”.

27 May 20:07 The Indian Express 2885715105225040300.html
1,529 frontline BMC workers infected, 25 dead

The most recent casualty was a 56-year-old fireman posted at Gowalia Tank Fire Station on Grant Road, who died Sunday evening.

27 May 20:47 The Indian Express 2885715105279561843.html
Nizamuddin Markaz: SC asks PCI on action against ‘communalisation’ by media

In a separate matter, the top court also asked the Centre to respond to a plea seeking a probe into the circumstances leading to the holding of the Tablighi Jamaat convention in Nizamuddin in the national capital in March this year.

27 May 20:54 The Indian Express 2885715105045323726.html
CARES Act Flaw: Employees Reject Jobs in Favor of PPP Funds

Some business owners are having difficulty “reopening” because their employees would rather collect funds through the Cares Act PPP.

27 May 20:58 Breitbart 3148363491123761035.html
PDP lashes Pantami, Dabiri-Erewa over face-off - The Nation Nigeria

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday took a swipe at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) under President Muhammadu Buhari...

27 May 20:00 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901070266288.html
Army Chief General MM Naravane, commanders review security situation in Ladakh, Kashmir

The presentation, sources said, included not just the situation in Ladakh, but also operational challenges in other parts of the country including Kashmir.

27 May 20:39 The Indian Express 2885715105306945313.html
Dr Tony Holohan rubbishes claims by Ryanair's Michael O’Leary that Irish people being punished by lockdown

Dr Holohan rejected several pleas for an easing of restrictions

27 May 20:11 Irish Mirror 2875825628364076299.html
Andrew Napolitano: I'll 'Defend to the Death' Twitter’s Right to Fact Check Trump

Andrew Napolitano said he will "defend to the death" Twitter's right to fact check President Donald Trump.

27 May 20:30 Breitbart 3148363492230763991.html
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.

27 May 20:42 Shropshire Star 3480199991919120526.html
Karnataka HC seeks Centre’s assurance on Shramik trains after May 31

The court has also sought details of arrangement being made to provide food to migrants on their long train journeys to homes in north India.

27 May 20:08 The Indian Express 2885715103779149562.html
Coronavirus tourism lockdowns hit Hawaii’s vacation rental industry hard in April | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Vacation rental accommodations, even the legal ones, were economically decimated in April amid COVID-19 fears and tourism lockdowns.

27 May 20:40 Star-Advertiser 3439335389263406427.html
The long march home

For the State, the migrant worker is at once an ‘asset’ as a source of fluid labour supply and a liability in terms of resource distribution away

27 May 20:38 The Telegraph 2864094128407357406.html
Pick n Pay outlet, 8 other stores in Gauteng closed for contravening regulations

A Pick n Pay outlet, seven stores owned by foreign nationals and a butchery were closed by Gauteng MEC Faith Mazibuko for contravening the law.

27 May 20:36 News24 3752801377855807714.html
Rivers warns hotel owner against blackmailing Wike

Rivers State Government has warned the owner of the demolished Prodest Hotel, Promise Gogorobari, against blackmailing the state Governor...

27 May 20:15 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445900420078577.html
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’

The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.

27 May 20:12 Shropshire Star 3480199992243563745.html
Trump expects 'full report' on death of George Floyd

President Trump on Wednesday described the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody as a “very sad event” and said he expects a “full report” when he returns to Washington. 

27 May 20:38 TheHill 355432917909419883.html
Edo 2020: Obaseki faces tough challenge as Ize-Iyamu emerges Edo APC consensus candidate

Ize-Iyamu a former Secretary to Edo State Government (SSG), emerged on the night of Tuesday, May 26, in Abuja through a consensus arrangement by the party.

27 May 20:37 Legit 3764253649736383908.html
Malawi virus cases and suspects flee isolation sites after repatriation from South Africa

More than 400 repatriated Malawians, including a handful of COVID-19 patients, on Wednesday fled quarantine and isolation sites in the city of Blantyre, a local health official said.

27 May 20:19 News24 3752801376841492917.html
Kenney says targeted approach needed to prevent COVID-19 resurgence

Premier Jason Kenney says Alberta has been among the world leaders in staunching the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, but at a staggering financial cost the province cannot afford to repeat should there be a second wave.

27 May 20:40 BNN 3833521689280142606.html
An American spy in Beijing

The weakest link in US national security may not be foreign technology but its own people.

27 May 20:27 Australian Financial Review 3974284487032034380.html
Tennessee to stop sharing COVID-19 patient information with first responders, law enforcement

Tennessee will stop sharing COVID-19 patient information with first responders and law enforcement.

27 May 20:48 WVLT 4089046910568752741.html
Trump's firing of watchdogs must be checked

Senate Republicans should join with House Democrats in holding hearings that probe why the President fired four inspectors-general over the past two months.

27 May 20:25 Australian Financial Review 3974284487472356328.html
Federal lawsuits against East Texas ‘sanctuary cities for unborn’ dropped by ACLU

A lawsuit brought by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of two reproductive rights groups against seven East Texas cities has been dropped after changes were made to local ordinances.

27 May 20:12 WVLT 4089046910950960333.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says China has undermined Hong Kong's autonomy as the US considers ending favourable tariffs in a blow to its status as a financial hub.

27 May 20:55 Australian Financial Review 3974284488103771589.html
Coronavirus: Nigeria has 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds - Minister

Nigeria has a total of 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds as part of her response to COVID-19. Minister of state for Health Mamora, made this known

27 May 20:01 Legit 3764253651176088353.html
The Dutch PM Did Not Visit His Dying Mother to Obey Lockdown Restrictions

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was unable to visit his mother in the weeks leading up to her death due to coronavirus restrictions, but he did stay with her on her final night, his spokesman told CNN Tuesday. Rutte announced Monday that his mother, 96-year-old Mieke Rutte-Dilling, had passed away on May 13.

27 May 20:37 novinite.com 4235039570085408126.html
TIPEDI cautions NASS against interference in IMC audit

Transparency in Petroleum Exploration and Development Initiative, TIPEDI, has asked NASS, not to interfere with the work of NDDC-IMC.

27 May 20:00 Vanguard News 4125100339995457727.html
Lagos BRT operators to roll out more buses – Transport Commissioner

Dr Frederic Oladeinde, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, says more Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) will soon be rolled out to address

27 May 20:03 Vanguard News 4125100338725695674.html
Huawei disappointed by a Canadian court ruling against CFO meng Wanzhou’s bid to avoid extradition

Following a Canadian court ruling that the case of senior Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou, who is fighting extradition to the United States, can go forw

27 May 20:12 FXStreet 4480975639081111767.html
LASG to deliver Agege flyover September, gives assurance on 4th Mainland Bridge

 The Lagos State Government on Wednesday promised to deliver the Agege flyover bridge in September to tackle gridlock on the axis.

27 May 20:12 Vanguard News 4125100339866167025.html
Guinea admits 30 died in post-election violence in March

Guinea has for the first time admitted that 30 people died in days of violence following a constitutional referendum. - Foreign

27 May 20:54 Vanguard News 4125100339310378799.html
Bihar Paid Rs 1 Crore To Bring Back Stranded Students From Kota: Sushil Modi

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi on Wednesday said that the state government had paid Rs 1 crore for arranging 17 trains for the return of students belonging to state who were stranded in Kota.

27 May 20:13 NDTV.com 5090057681120173188.html
'You just gotta forestall that': Fauci discourages churches from distributing communion

Dr. Anthony Fauci, one of President Trump's leading medical advisers on the coronavirus pandemic, on Wednesday said that Christians who distribute communion during services should refrain from doing so.

27 May 20:36 Washington Examiner 4625792333492048068.html
Money laundering case: DHFL promoters Wadhawans sent to jail

Kapoor is currently in the ED's custody. The Wadhawans are also being probed by the CBI in connection withthe same case.

27 May 20:06 The New Indian Express 4718288654790308272.html
Why The Mumbai Police Order Under Section 144 CRPC Is Problematic

A scrutiny of the order suggests that it suffers from serious legal and constitutional infirmities.

27 May 20:15 Swarajya 4977622828697113911.html
US Ends Sanction Waivers For Nations In Iran Nuclear Deal

The United States on Wednesday ended waivers in its sanctions for nations that remain in the Iran nuclear accord, bringing the deal further to the brink of collapse.

27 May 20:38 NDTV.com 5090057682454767538.html
Received 1,337 Trains Carrying Migrants From Various States: UP Government

Gorakhpur has become the first district in the country to receive more than 200 trains, by which over 2 lakh migrant workers have returned, amid the ongoing COVID-19 induced lockdown.

27 May 20:54 NDTV.com 5090057680625414048.html
The police officer who knelt on George Floyd's neck has been involved in shootings and was the subject of 10 different complaints, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The former Minneapolis police officer has been involved in deaths, three police shootings, and was the subject of 10 internal reviews.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 20:50 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408755663335576.html
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean

OTTAWA — The Canadian Armed Forces says it has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in the Mediterranean.

27 May 20:44 KitchenerToday.com 52741009294168879.html
'The most heart-wrenching report I have ever read': Nurses neglected soiled residents and reused IV equipment in Canadian nursing homes, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - A delay in changing soiled residents led to a "skin breakdown," and others were found not to have been bathed for several weeks.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 20:12 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757546085813.html
Gantz cuts off meeting with Netanyahu over Regev's comments - Inside Israel

Likud officials respond to minister's criticism of alternate prime minister. 'The campaign is over.  It is time for unity.'

27 May 20:04 Israel National News 5374683669586029827.html
Tshinga Dube calls for GNU to rescue economy

FORMER War Veterans minister Tshinga Dube is known for his straight talk and fearless character. A long-time serving Zanu-PF member and a liberation stalwart, T...

27 May 20:38 Bulawayo24 News 5565663540483179224.html
French court rejects release of Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga

After two decades on the run, a Rwandan suspect in the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis has appeared in front of a French court. Felicien Kabuga says all the charges he faces are lies. Meanwhile in C…

27 May 20:01 France 24 5635134570395029502.html
Chaos rocks Ministry of Health over new Coronavirus cases

The Ministry of Health and Child Care is involved in a last minute effort to clean its image after there was a sharp increase of Coronavirus cases in the countr...

27 May 20:38 Bulawayo24 News 5565663540102661228.html
AfDB Allegations: Adesina insists on innocence, demands justice

The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, has maintained that he is innocent of all allegations of fraud leveled against him.

27 May 20:17 Premium Times Nigeria 5456729299382597427.html
'Absolutely no legal authority': Trump's threats to shut down Twitter are 'totally asinine' and reek of censorship, according to legal experts, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Trump has long made unsubstantiated claims that social-media platforms are biased against and "silence" conservative users.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 20:37 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756761080081.html
Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

27 May 20:20 The Independent 5308065342439734202.html
Motorsport UK aims to get back on track from July 4

LONDON: The governing body for motorsport in Britain aims to resume racing activities without spectators from July 4, it said on Wednesday. ...

27 May 20:15 CNA 5644198864083690834.html
Proposed Chinese agency in Hong Kong for intel, not enforcement: Adviser

A proposed security law could allow Chinese mainland authorities to set up shop in Hong Kong, but their powers would likely be restricted to ...

27 May 20:09 CNA 5644198863918965927.html
Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged

The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.

27 May 20:20 ABC Action News - WFTS - Tampa Bay 5911730202054036272.html
Emily Maitlis to miss Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Emily Maitlis will not present Wednesday’s episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.

27 May 20:40 independent 5894610846268774512.html
Canadian Armed Forces say seniors homes continue to struggle with reducing COVID-19 in Quebec

The military's report into its mission inside Quebec's long-term care homes reveals many facilities in the network continue to struggle to bring down the number of COVID-19

27 May 20:48 City NEWS 1130 5858657120534141862.html
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’

The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.

27 May 20:13 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774325144801.html
Woman goes to hospital, billed thousands for services supposed to be free

Under the federal CARES Act, coronavirus tests are mandated to be free. So she says she was shocked when she received a bill for nearly $2,500.

27 May 20:56 WBTV 6439870258372517350.html
Maniac driver who killed Scots gran, 70, hopes jail term gives family justice for their loss

A MANIAC driver who killed a gran of 70 in a head-on smash said he hopes his jail term will give her family justice. Damian Gulczynski, 27, wept and expressed his remorse as he was caged for 45 mon…

27 May 20:07 The Scottish Sun 6609127673208095725.html
Paul Cairns death: Second suspect charged after man killed in alleged Ayrshire shooting

A SECOND suspect has been charged in connection with the death of a man who died in an alleged Ayrshire shooting. Cops confirmed that a 50-year-old has now been nicked after Paul Cairns, 42, lost h…

27 May 20:26 The Scottish Sun 6609127672820794893.html
'The most heart-wrenching report I have ever read': Nurses neglected soiled residents and reused IV equipment in Canadian nursing homes

A delay in changing soiled residents led to a "skin breakdown," and others were found not to have been bathed for several weeks.

27 May 20:12 Business Insider 6060062401314844085.html
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.

27 May 20:43 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774000701582.html
Diplomats adopt ingenious methods to get to designated workplaces

Many diplomats designated to new roles and stations utilized flights operated for repatriation to reach workplaces

27 May 20:07 Livemint 6614605818218963151.html
Actress Uzma Khan accuses Malik Riaz’s daughters of attacking her over love affair

--Police register FIR against realtor's daughters, others after prolonged delay--Malik Riaz claims Usman Malik is not his nephew, Amna Usman claims had repeatedly warned Uzma not to destroy her ma

27 May 20:44 Pakistan Today 6621510368292449388.html
Creating health infrastructure in slums crucial in rebuilding Mumbai: Awhad

Minister asks BDA to share list of concessions required for facilitating redevelopment

27 May 20:09 The Hindu 6679535024361960730.html
Suriname election: Preliminary results show opposition winning

Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed on Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the longtime rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of political opponents.

27 May 20:28 Aljazeera 6642629763837326999.html
Experts say US coronavirus death count is flawed, but close

NEW YORK - The U.S. is hitting a tragic milestone: 100,000 dead from the coronavirus. But is that number right?The accuracy of U.S. coronavirus death count

27 May 20:15 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245587303895.html
SC asks for Centre’s response on plea for timely disposal of mercy petitions

Bench directs MHA to fix a time limit for placing such pleas before President

27 May 20:34 The Hindu 6679535025663200920.html
6 contract workers at TISS lose jobs; union calls it immoral

Lease of 2 off-campus hostels where they were employed ends

27 May 20:13 The Hindu 6679535026010439335.html
ESIC Hospital in Kandivali to become 300-bed dedicated COVID-19 facility

Kandivali’s ESIC Hospital is all set to be converted into a dedicated COVID-19 facility with 300 beds. In a circular issued by the management on Wednesday, the employees were informed about this decis

27 May 20:52 The Hindu 6679535026218122295.html
Two die after waiting in vain for ambulances to arrive

BMC Commissioner said on Tuesday number of ambulances has been increased

27 May 20:36 The Hindu 6679535025271234047.html
Voice of the Mirror: Arrogant Boris' stance on lockdown flouting aide is deplorable

The Prime Minister has decided to stand by his man regardless of public anger and calls from his own MPs for the rule breaker to go

27 May 20:59 mirror 675785260954468891.html
A timeline of events in the case of Meng Wanzhou

VANCOUVER - A timeline of the Meng Wanzhou case, and rising tension between Canada and China.2018Aug. 22: A New York court issues a warrant for the arrest o

27 May 20:48 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244866965108.html
Prince Andrew 'told teen "my daughters aren’t far from your age" before they had sex'

Virginia Giuffre, also known as Virginia Roberts, has made the damning allegations in a new Netflix documentary series called Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich. Prince Andrew has denied ever meeting her

27 May 20:26 mirror 675785260915334125.html
Ex-IAAF chief Diack's corruption case changed to 8 June

The Paris trial of Lamine Diack who is accused of accepting millions of dollars to cover up positive Russian doping tests, has been moved back five days to 8 June.

27 May 20:27 Sport 682566034775821522.html
Alberta’s Jason Kenney says targeted approach needed to prevent COVID-19 resurgence

Kenney says the key to prevention will be ramped up testing, border screening and a focus on the protecting the highest risk group – seniors and those with underlying conditions

27 May 20:23 The Globe and Mail 68426411224816036.html
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean

Six Canadian service members died April 29 when the Cyclone helicopter crashed within sight of HMCS Fredericton, which is participating in a NATO mission

27 May 20:49 The Globe and Mail 68426411344368276.html
It only took two hours for Trump's administration to contradict his threat to shut down Twitter

President Trump took to his favorite social media platform to attack social media platforms on Wednesday morning, and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo certainly didn't do anything to help his boss' case.Shortly after Trump claimed on Twitter he would "strongly regulate" or "close

27 May 20:13 Yahoo 7097669637171030911.html
Hong Kong 'no longer autonomous from China' - Pompeo

The US secretary of state says the territory no longer merits special treatment under US laws.

27 May 20:34 Yahoo 7097669638994873294.html
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.

27 May 20:43 Express & Star 7324224459465298062.html
Huawei CFO loses bid to dismiss US extradition request

Canadian court ruling will allow proceedings to continue against Meng Wanzhou

27 May 20:28 Ft 707176889031650322.html
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’

The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.

27 May 20:12 Express & Star 7324224459789741281.html
As Trump rails against mail-in voting, his campaign tries to make it easier for Pennsylvania supporters

"We have an obligation to our voters to inform them of what the law is in their state and what their options are," the campaign said.

27 May 20:38 Yahoo 7097669637574998981.html
Former Jeffrey Epstein teen 'recruiter' reveals how disgraced financier lured underage girls in Netflix doc

Haley Robson, a former teen “recruiter” for Jeffrey Epstein, is ready to finally share her story.

27 May 20:30 Fox News 7362823820441256274.html
'Central Park Karen,' Amy Cooper, faces NYC Human Rights Commission investigation

The New York City Commission on Human Rights is investigating the white woman walking her dog in New York City who called police to report she was being threatened by “an African-American man.”

27 May 20:17 Fox News 7362823821385162580.html
Ice Cube reacts to death of George Floyd: ‘How long ... before we strike back?'

Ice Cube is speaking out against police after a viral video on Monday showed a white police officer pinning his knee against a black man's neck as he struggled to breathe in Minnesota. 

27 May 20:23 Fox News 7362823821134966653.html
Catholic Minnesota diocese to pay $22.5M to sexual assault victims

The Roman Catholic diocese of Saint Cloud in Minnesota announced in a statement Tuesday they will pay $22.5 million to 70 victims of clergy sexual assault and file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

27 May 20:40 Fox News 7362823821537061447.html
House Dems adjourn without FISA vote after Trump announces veto threat

The House of Representatives adjourned late Wednesday without voting on whether to reauthorize advanced surveillance tools used by law enforcement -- a measure that had wide bipartisan support back in March, but which has drawn sudden GOP opposition amid news of apparent FBI misconduct.

27 May 20:52 Fox News 7362823820737077013.html
'Squirming' Boris Johnson accused of 'ducking straight answers' to protect Cummings

Prime Minister Boris Johnson was told by MP Yvette Cooper he was 'ducking' talking about Dominic Cummings' lockdown breach 'because he is trying to protect him'

27 May 20:57 mirror 675785261804266762.html
KT McFarland: Russia hoax – Obama team's shocking abuse of power. Here's what we know so far

The entire Russian investigation was a sham, and Obama administration officials knew it from the get-go.

27 May 20:21 Fox News 7362823821326755775.html
Jumwa, Chris Wamalwa to be removed from posts

Kiminini MP to be sacked as deputy minority whip.

27 May 20:03 Daily Nation 7421817124681887464.html
Nine charged with destroying woman’s house

The young men beat a man after a row and when Mary Mwiti warned them, they raided her home.

27 May 20:03 Daily Nation 7421817124997116452.html
Suspect in Tecra Muigai's death freed on bond

Omar Lali was freed on Sh 300,000 bond and two sureties.

27 May 20:41 Daily Nation 7421817124109290055.html
Health ministry has criminals – Kagwe

“Like a marketplace, there are a few mad cases here," the CS said.

27 May 20:46 Daily Nation 7421817124949224461.html
Kindiki turns down new appointment

He said he now wants to focus on serving Kenyans as the senator of Tharaka-Nithi.

27 May 20:30 Daily Nation 7421817125375100321.html
COVID-19: FG considers dividing schools into morning, afternoon classes

The federal government says it is considering the reopening of schools across the country.

27 May 20:15 TheCable 7513571675123743904.html
Mandera: Elwak to become a municipality

MCAs vote unanimously to elevate the status of the town bordering Somalia.

27 May 20:49 Daily Nation 7421817123886880248.html
Decorated greyhound trainer found dead in suspicious circumstances

A family feud may be behind the suspected killing of a prominent Victorian greyhound racing trainer. (Image above: supplied) Karen Leek was found dead at her sprawling Devon Meadows property about …

27 May 20:12 3AW693 News Talk 7618006914202867834.html
Knut, Uasu want schools to remain shut until September

The two unions want the national exams be postponed to 2021.

27 May 20:16 Daily Nation 7421817125014383012.html
Indonesia to receive first delivery of COVID-19 ventilators from US in June

The donation of the ventilators is the result of a previous call between President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and President Donald Trump in April, during which the two leaders agreed to build cooperation to tackle the COVID-19 crisis in their respective countries, including finding ways to overcome shortages of medical equipment.

27 May 20:00 The Jakarta Post 7678601103668206204.html
More than 900 Indonesians, including 47 nurses, test positive for COVID-19 abroad

The Foreign Ministry revealed on Wednesday that 47 Indonesian nurses working overseas have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of Indonesians infected abroad to 928.

27 May 20:30 The Jakarta Post 7678601103747409689.html
Cuomo says he had ‘good’ talks with Trump on New York infrastructure projects

Gov. Andrew Cuomo insisted he had a “good conversation” with President Trump during their Wednesday White House meeting on New York’s infrastructure — but sure didn’t seem in

27 May 20:35 New York Post 7654946769352328673.html
Gov’t Launches Test and Trace – But There’s Still No App

90 days and 37,460 deaths after the first UK coronavirus case was reported, the UK has launched its NHS Test and Trace service.

27 May 20:21 Computer Business Review 8072376453378863299.html
Zambian health minister tests positive for Covid-19

He becomes the minister to come out publicly.

27 May 20:04 Daily Nation 7421817125276524469.html
Fire kills five patients at United Hospital, three of them COVID-19 positive

A fire has burned down the isolation unit for COVID-19 patients and those with symptoms at the United Hospital in Dhaka, leaving five dead.

27 May 20:56 Bdnews24 8119004129452311779.html
Misbehaviour complaint against SI in Bhupalpally dist

In a development which exposes citizen’s friendly policing claims of the Telangana Police Department, a complaint has been lodged against the Sub-Inspector of Police of Mahadevpur Police Station

27 May 20:12 The Hans India 817019414412800117.html
Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’

The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.

27 May 20:11 Irishexaminer 8196011179616540214.html
Italy-bound flight returns to Germany due to closed airport

May 27 (UPI) -- A flight that departed from Germany landed at the same airport four hours later because the intended destination hub in Italy was be closed.

27 May 20:40 UPI 8257973864087803126.html
Johnson rules out inquiry into lockdown breaches by Cummings

Number of Conservative MPs calling publicly for PM’s chief adviser to be sacked reaches 44

27 May 20:18 The Irish Times 8204772967522862298.html
Minneapolis mayor calls for arrest of officer who kneeled on George Floyd's neck

May 27 (UPI) -- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called for the arrest of the police officer seen in a video kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed man who later died.

27 May 20:31 UPI 8257973865552544513.html
China's planned military exercise in South China Sea worries neighbors

May 27 (UPI) -- China's two aircraft carriers will be deployed in August near Taiwanese waters for military exercises, according to reports.

27 May 20:12 UPI 8257973865739571758.html
The police officer who knelt on George Floyd’s neck has been involved in shootings and was the subject of 10 different complaints

Two of the officers involved in the arrest of George Floyd both have a history of violent incidents.

27 May 20:50 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882247766168.html
EU governments ban malaria drug for COVID-19, trial paused as safety fears grow

PARIS/LONDON/MILAN (Reuters) - European governments moved on Wednesday to halt the use of anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 patients, and a second global trial was suspended, further blows to hopes for a treatment promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump.

27 May 20:04 Reuters 8334514179826684468.html
Use of force protesters shut down LA highway following death of George Floyd

People protesting the use of force by law enforcement shut down part of an L.A. highway Wednesday. It was part of a Black Lives Matter march put together after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

27 May 20:37 Fox 4 8372747777887167269.html
U.N. warns of possible war crimes in northeastern Congo

KINSHASA (Reuters) - Widespread and systematic killings, beheadings, rape and other barbaric acts by militia mostly from the ethnic Lendu community in northeastern Congo may constitute crimes against humanity and war crimes, the United Nations said on Wednesday.

27 May 20:14 Reuters 8334514181131948209.html
'Move on' says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists

LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a “very, very frustrating episode” when his closest adviser provoked outrage for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown.

27 May 20:28 Reuters 8334514179707014922.html
'Move on' - British PM tries to draw line under adviser row

Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser provoked outrage and scorn for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown. Dominic Cummings has refused to quit after it was revealed that he…

27 May 20:27 Japan Today 8582716286512939392.html
MGM Resorts to re-open its Las Vegas casinos on June 4

(Reuters) - MGM Resorts said on Wednesday it would re-open its Las Vegas casinos on June 4 after months of closure due to public health restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the novel coronavirus.

27 May 20:36 Reuters 8334514180851155288.html
21 people tested positive in Pulwama

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

27 May 20:13 Rising Kashmir 9025326237317114052.html
Minneapolis mayor calls for white police officer to be charged in black man's death

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called on prosecutors to file criminal charges against a white police officer caught on a bystander's video pressing his knee into the neck of African-American man who later died at a hospital. The officer along with three others involved in the apprehension of George…

27 May 20:00 Japan Today 8582716287243041165.html
Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged

The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.

27 May 20:20 ABC15 Arizona 911680909871221552.html
NRM SG Lumumba tasks polls body on 2021 elections

Lumumba says the commission should engage scientists to advise accordingly on the threat of Coronavirus to devise means of conducting the elections.

27 May 20:42 New Vision 9103146373308008477.html
Desperate to meet girlfriend, teen dresses as woman; caught

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

27 May 20:02 Rising Kashmir 9025326239348012598.html
Parliament wants curfew hours reviewed

This comes after a number of Ugandans were yesterday arrested for failing to observe the curfew time due to traffic jam on different roads.

27 May 20:15 New Vision 9103146373579646022.html
Texas Police Officers Suing Department Over Quota System for Tickets

It's something that people joke about when they get pulled over. 'You're probably just trying to make your quota.' Looks like one police department was using a quota system, which is illegal.

27 May 20:21 NewsTalk 1290 8990645952882794626.html
Police: Fort Leavenworth soldier stops active shooter on bridge

Leavenworth Police Chief Pat Kitchens says an active-duty solider at Fort Leavenworth helped stop an active shooter Wednesday on the Centennial Bridge over the Missouri River.

27 May 20:34 ABC15 Arizona 911680909678530772.html
‘Avalanche of Evictions’: Many Americans Face Homelessness as Moratoriums Lifted

Many Americans are facing unemployment and could soon be evicted amid the COVID-19 pandemic, despite temporary government assistance.

27 May 20:18 Sputniknews 967333868157516376.html
Police dig at family's house in hunt for 'murdered' boy believed to be buried

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) said they resumed the search for 'Baby Joe' Clyde Daniels on Tuesday

27 May 20:00 Metro 970161748716322749.html
Nineteen more coronavirus-related deaths across Ireland

NINETEEN more coronavirus-related deaths were recorded on the island of Ireland, following "milestone" days earlier this week that saw no new fatalities.

27 May 20:11 The Irish News 993066351083636.html
Teen who crashed stolen car into three parked cars and telegraph pole handed five-month custodial sentence

A teenager who crashed a stolen car into three parked cars and a telegraph pole has been handed a five-month custodial sentence and banned from driving for two years.

27 May 20:27 The Irish News 993066103876146.html
Man beaten with bat at flat in Newtownabbey

A man has been beaten with a wooden bat at a flat in the Whitewell Road area of Newtownabbey.

27 May 20:26 The Irish News 993066948600045.html
Abused wife Sally Challen wins court battle to inherit estate of the husband she beat to death

Sally Challen, a woman who beat her controlling husband, Richard, to death with a hammer in 2010 after decades of emotional abuse can inherit his estate, a judge has ruled.

27 May 21:25 Mail Online 124328110669550923.html
Mayor of Minneapolis Calls for Arrest of Officer Involved in George Floyd Death

The death of George Floyd, a black man in Minneapolis who was filmed while a police officer kneeled on his neck and who died shortly afterward, has led to mass protests...

27 May 20:57 Sputniknews 967333867689565557.html
Seattle officials feud over the future of tent encampments during coronavirus pandemic

A bill proposed by Councilmember Tammy Morales attempts to codify city policy around encampments during the pandemic and narrow the circumstances under which encampments can be removed.

27 May 20:22 The Seattle Times 9121942837167492737.html
Maternity ward nurses are filming videos of newborn babies in their care to send to parents after visiting hours were slashed due to coronavirus crisis

Despite the increased pressures, nurses have taken on a wonderful new duty on the maternity ward. Staff at a hospital, in Surrey, have been making videos of newborn babies to send to their parents.

27 May 21:00 Mail Online 124328111217209889.html
YouTube influencer Myka Stauffer draws backlash for 'rehoming' her autistic four-year-old son three years after adopting him from China

Myka Stauffer, 32, and her husband James posted a tearful video on Tuesday saying they've decided to 'rehome' their adopted 4-year-old son Huxley.

27 May 21:34 Mail Online 124328112492677459.html
Age UK adviser, 71, suffers stab wounds and his churchgoer wife, 71, is fighting for life after horrific 'domestic incident' at their £1.2m north London home

Neighbours named Mervyn Kohler (pictured) as the man who was found at the Islington house with stab wounds. His condition is not thought to be life-threatening.

27 May 21:47 Mail Online 124328112294423239.html
Ekiti Assembly passes Tourism, Hospitality Licensing and Regulation Bill

The unanimous resolution was taken at Wednesday’s plenary presided over by the Speaker, Funminiyi Afuye, in Ado Ekiti.

27 May 21:42 The Eagle Online 1463511648246015812.html
Dinner for the devils: Fidel Castro ate 20 scoops of ice cream a day, Idi Amin gave very saucy orders, while Saddam Hussein's attempts in the kitchen bombed - just a few of the bizarre insights from chefs of the great dictators

Polish writer Witold Szablowski spent four years tracking down the chefs who cooked for some of the world's most sadistic and feared dictators.

27 May 21:49 Mail Online 124328112306471954.html
AfDB:I maintain my innocence on allegations – Adesina

Adesina said this in a statement he personally signed and issued on Wednesday.

27 May 21:38 The Eagle Online 1463511648261682475.html
Military airstrike kills 30 bandits in Zamfara

The Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Major General John Enenche, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja.

27 May 21:30 The Eagle Online 1463511648633157556.html
COVID-19: Ondo sets date to reopen worship centres

Akeredolu gave the directive in Akure on Wednesday during a press conference on update of coronavirus pandemic at the Government House.

27 May 21:36 The Eagle Online 1463511649527349197.html
COVID-19: Nigeria has 112 treatment, isolation centres, 5,324 beds — Minister

The Minster of State for Health, Senator Olorunnimbe Mamora, made this known during the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 daily press briefing on Wednesday in Abuja.

27 May 21:24 The Eagle Online 1463511649517053964.html
WWE Superstars remember late Shad Gaspard in a moving tribute video

WWE Superstars became quite emotional remembering the great human being that was Shad Gaspard.

27 May 21:15 sportskeeda 1601194027554822868.html
Kano workers issue two weeks ultimatum to Government over slashing of salaries

Kabiru Ado, the state’s Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, stated this at a joint news conference on Wednesday in Kano.

27 May 21:30 The Eagle Online 1463511649729730901.html
Coronavirus: Aston Villa coach Dean Smith's father dies

Four weeks after contracting coronavirus, Ron Smith – father of Aston Villa head coach Dean – has died.

27 May 21:24 sportskeeda 1601194029299947819.html
Post-Covid Privatisation Will Push Labour Into a Deathtrap

Metaphorically the heart (hruday) represents human goodwill and helping nature toward the helpless and needy, whereas atma (soul) represents the non physical self which is disconnected from physical suffering. One can only take care of one’s own atma and never the atma of others.

27 May 20:20 The Citizen 9122973067620461396.html
New video 'shows Emiliano Sala signing for Cardiff City' three days before tragic striker died in plane crash in English Channel - with CAS set to rule on £15m transfer row with Nantes

EXCLUSIVE BY IAN HERBERT AND SIMON JONES: A previously unseen video of Sala signing three Cardiff City forms could lend support to Nantes and their demand for a £15m fee.

27 May 21:30 Mail Online 124328111052998808.html
Social media bias lawsuits keep failing in court

Sites have broad rights to ban users — Trump tweets notwithstanding.

27 May 21:43 The Verge 1337119304947097946.html
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean

The Canadian Armed Forces says it has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in the Mediterranean.

27 May 21:08 CP24 1887544294789558403.html
Venezuela reaches deal with U.N. to buy food, medicine with gold -cenbank

CARACAS — Venezuela has reached a deal with the U.N. Development Programme (UNDP) to destine part of its gold in Bank of England accounts toward the purchase of food and medicine during the coronavirus pandemic, its central bank governor said on Wednesday.

27 May 21:39 Financial Post 2379081492047098687.html
Living on a prayer: Concerns as places of worship prepare to reopen their doors

The president’s announcement that places of worship can resume services under strict conditions during lockdown Level 3 has been met with strong and mixed opinions. The big question is, how will worshippers gather safely without spreading the coronavirus?

27 May 21:57 Daily Maverick 2373996788310483551.html
People who test negative for coronavirus should still isolate for two weeks, says Irish GP

Exclusive: Dr Illona Duffy was out of work for three weeks battling the disease which she described as 'a scary time'

27 May 21:46 Irish Mirror 2875825629200211355.html
Twitter Comes Under Attack From Trump’s Supporters

After the social media company labeled two of the president’s tweets as inaccurate on Tuesday, his adherents pounced.

27 May 21:55 NY Times 1961078289388445737.html
Actor Ricky Tomlison’s 1973 strike action jail case set to be reviewed

In 1973, the actor was found guilty of unlawful assembly, affray and conspiracy at Shrewsbury crown court

27 May 21:10 Irish Mirror 2875825629407333698.html
Uddhav Thackeray at Loksatta’s webseries today

The interaction with the CM, who completes six months after taking reins of the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition government, is expected to see discussions on a wide range of current topics, from state administration to politics.

27 May 21:42 The Indian Express 2885715105414802050.html
Maharashtra: 105 deaths recorded in a single day in state

Maharashtra is currently testing 3,142 people per million population. While the number is higher than the national average which stands at 2,363, it is still lagging behind Tamil Nadu which is testing 6,140 per million population, double than Maharashtra

27 May 21:34 The Indian Express 2885715104898344984.html
We should unlockdown on trial basis: Uddhav Thackeray

At the epicentre of Covid-19 infections in India, Mumbai has seen 33,835 cases and 1,097 deaths. On Wednesday, senior ministers met at the Chief Minister’s official residence in south Mumbai to discuss the strategy for the state post May 31 when the fourth phase of the lockdown would end.

27 May 21:25 The Indian Express 2885715103798127952.html
Nancy Pelosi: 'Every Crisis' Including Coronavirus Is an Opportunity to Advance Leftist Agenda

Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said during a press conference on Wednesday that "every crisis" is an opportunity to advance a leftist agenda. 

27 May 21:57 Breitbart 3148363490866757392.html
Gov Cuomo Meets Trump with Infrastructure Wish List for New York

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo met with President Donald Trump to discuss New York's three infrastructure projects for economic recovery.

27 May 21:32 Breitbart 3148363490828275999.html
North Carolina Lawmakers Ask Panel to Let Them Join Voter ID Case

Republican members of the North Carolina General Assembly pressed a Fourth Circuit panel Wednesday to allow them to intervene on behalf of the state in a lawsuit over its controversial voter ID requirements.

27 May 21:56 Courthouse News Service 1799505150430707849.html
Fansite master sentenced to 2.5 years in prison after scamming fans

An idol fansite master has been sentenced to 2.5 years in prison after scamming fans using fake merchandise listings.A popular community post highl…

27 May 21:36 allkpop 3249686061746505432.html
Boris Johnson says it's time to 'move on' from Dominic Cummings row

Prime Minister rules out inquiry into his adviser, claiming it would waste 'official time' as government battles coronavirus

27 May 21:24 ChronicleLive 1984146901967579267.html
Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous

The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.

27 May 21:48 Shropshire Star 3480199992270541586.html
Muhyiddin vs Mukhriz (Mahathir): Experts weigh in on what this means for Bersatu... and Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — Clashes within a political party and the fight for top spot are nothing unusual whenever it comes time for party elections. The same holds true for Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu). With one major difference. The personalities involved here have considerable...

27 May 21:43 Malaymail 302165936497279667.html
Republicans working on legislation to strip Twitter of federal liability protections

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Rep.

27 May 21:29 TheHill 355432919600374417.html
Bangladesh hospital fire kills five COVID-19 patients

Five people were killed in a top Bangladesh hospital on Thursday after a fire swept through a makeshift coronavirus isolation unit, officials said. The blaze occurred in Dhaka

27 May 21:32 Punch Newspapers 3524240994985992254.html
Appeals court rejects claims that Facebook, Twitter suppress conservative views

A federal appeals court is rejecting claims that tech companies like Facebook, Google, Twitter and Apple have conspired to suppress conservative viewpoints on their platforms.

27 May 21:10 TheHill 355432918625649510.html
2 Meghalaya towns received more rainfall last week than what Delhi, Punjab get in a year

"When it rains, it pours," say the residents of Mawsynram and Sohra towns in Meghalaya which have received more rainfall in the last week than Delhi, Punjab and Haryana get in a year. The towns,

27 May 21:09 Deccan Herald 2027555797939941109.html
Coons: CCP's Actions Against Hong Kong 'Demand a Response' - Sanctions 'Appropriate'

On Wednesday's "Hugh Hewitt Show," Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE) stated that the Chinese Communist Party's actions against Hong Kong will "demand a response | Clips

27 May 21:59 Breitbart 3148363492748920383.html
Pelosi: George Floyd death is 'a crime'

Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Wednesday called the death of an unarmed African American man in Minneapolis a crime and vowed that Congress will examine new federal strategies for preventing

27 May 21:29 TheHill 355432919351999390.html
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.

27 May 21:51 News24 3752801377288716201.html
More Netcare staff test positive for Covid-19, this time in Boksburg

All individuals who work at the East Rand health facility, who tested positive for Covid-19, will be re-tested once their quarantine period is finished.

27 May 21:12 News24 3752801377154046815.html
APC will pick governorship candidate in Edo, not Abuja - Obaseki tells Oshiomhole

Governor Obaseki of Edo state has described as a joke the adoption of Osagie Ize-Iyamu as a ‘consensus’ governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress.

27 May 21:07 Legit 3764253650587604448.html
Brain Freeze: Biden Misstates Dates of D-Day, Delaware Independence

Joe Biden told supporters during a campaign livestream on Wednesday that D-Day occurred on "December the 7th." | Politics

27 May 21:54 Breitbart 3148363492665119917.html
Experts say US coronavirus death count is flawed, but close

Many people who died of coronavirus were older and already fragile, weakened by heart disease or some other malady.

27 May 21:02 Australian Financial Review 3974284487222669033.html
Unattended charcoal grill blamed for fire that killed 2 in North Carolina

Authorities say the fire killed 39-year-old Ann Rachelle Horton and her 9-year-old son, Sebastian Lopez.

27 May 21:57 WVLT 4089046910142258728.html
Court restrains minister, DPR, from revoking field in OML 95

A court has granted the order of interim injunction against the respondents following an ex-parte application over OML 95.

27 May 21:45 Vanguard News 4125100339490553326.html
Iranians outraged by father who killed teen daughter

The killing of an Iranian teen by her father after she eloped with an older man sparked outrage on Wednesday, with local media.

27 May 21:34 Vanguard News 4125100340685966656.html
Life has become unbearable for migrants in SA amid coronavirus lockdown

Even as a strict lockdown to slow the coronavirus pandemic is eased, many foreigners living in South Africa have no work and are hungry.

27 May 21:40 News24 3752801377217126365.html
UN concerned by US claims Russia sent jets to Libya

The UN said Wednesday it was

27 May 21:10 Digital Journal 4566489172554418838.html
Pelosi Slams Trump For Going On ‘Ego Trip’ Over Republican Convention

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) railed against President Trump on Wednesday for threatening to relocate the Republican National Convention away from its...

27 May 21:48 Talking Points Memo 4598529365688067422.html
Four Charts That Show How Absentee Voting Is Skyrocketing In The Pandemic

Next Tuesday’s primaries pose the next big test for how voting will work in the pandemic. Of the several states...

27 May 21:55 Talking Points Memo 4598529366919394670.html
Officials urge caution after holiday weekend parties

Officials in St. Louis County and Kansas City are asking people who failed to follow social distancing guidelines over the holiday weekend to self-quarantine.

27 May 21:30 Washington Examiner 4625792333294200703.html
Over 3,500 Special Trains Originated Till Now: Railways

The Ministry of Railways on Wednesday informed that over 3,500 Shramik special trains have been originated till now by Indian Railways carrying more than 48 lakh passengers to various destinations.

27 May 21:30 NDTV.com 5090057681282226549.html
Government’s not so reliable food-delivery service

South Africans with the means to do so have been using the tap of a finger for meals to be delivered to their homes, since the country went into Covid-19 coronavirus lockdown level 4 earlier this month.

27 May 21:40 CityPress 437075749472788827.html
Locusts swarm UP and Maharashtra, high alert in Punjab; Government to deploy drones

About 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now, the agriculture ministry said.

27 May 21:37 The New Indian Express 4718288653798171877.html
A pharmacist known as 'the Mask Man' has been charged with hoarding $200,000 worth of N95 masks and price-gouging customers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The DOJ said the pharmacist, 66-year-old Richard Schirripa, sold $2,690 of masks to an undercover officer and said he felt "like a drug dealer.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 21:35 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408756843426765.html
JP Morgan's Rs 187 Crore-Assets Attached, Firm Denies Wrongdoing In Top Court

The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday informed the Supreme Court that it has attached the assets worth Rs 187 crore of multi-national firm JP Morgan alleged to have been involved in syphoning of Amrapali Group home buyers money.

27 May 21:09 NDTV.com 5090057680590852401.html
US House votes to send China sanctions bill to Trump’s desk as tensions escalate – CNBC

While adding fuel to the already heated relations between the US and China, CNBC conveyed the news that the US House of Representatives got the votes

27 May 21:35 FXStreet 4480975639204816238.html
B.C. legislature coming back June 22 as COVID-19 emergency hits record

Pandemic restrictions now longer than 2017 wildfire emergency

27 May 21:30 North Delta Reporter 5327740411496324389.html
Soldier injured in ramming attack awarded at hospital for distinguished service - Defense/Security

Shadi Ibrahim had been named award recipient before attack over which he lost his leg, but hospitalization prevented attendance at ceremony.

27 May 21:39 Israel National News 5374683669991129138.html
Cyprus: Got infected with coronavirus? The trip's on us - Foreign Affairs

In an attempt to attract tourists, Cyprus says it will cover costs for anyone who catches the virus while vacationing in the country.

27 May 21:13 Israel National News 5374683668670286159.html
Manohar to step down as ICC chairman after current term

International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Shashank Manohar is to step down when his term ends this year, the governing body said on Wednesday.

27 May 21:50 CNA 5644198862622184413.html
COVID-19 shows need for long-term-care reform but solve crisis first, Trudeau says

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expects to have a comprehensive conversation with Canada's premiers about immediate and long-term reforms of the country's elder care system in light of reports of neglect and abuse of seniors in facilities in Q

27 May 21:01 KitchenerToday.com 52741009920710661.html
26 people arrested in France and Belgium over UK truck deaths

PARIS: The French prosecutor's office said on Wednesday (May 27) that 26 people have been arrested in France and Belgium in connection with the ...

27 May 21:05 CNA 5644198863425202294.html
Srinagar admin forms committee to ensure smooth movement of essential services during lockdown

The Srinagar district administration has constituted a committee to prevent occurrence of issues and ensure quick redressal of concerns surrounding

27 May 21:29 Greater Kashmir 4662909092592549989.html
Two dead as suspected cultists invade station to free robbery suspects in Delta Community

The Delta State Police command has confirmed the death of two persons today, at the Jesse Police Station in Jesse, Ethiope West LGA of Delta

27 May 21:07 Vanguard News 4125100339556225095.html
Lufthansa supervisory board unable to approve bailout package

Lufthansa's supervisory board was unable to approve a 9-billion euro (US$9.90 billion) bailout in light of conditions imposed by the European ...

27 May 21:25 CNA 5644198863287704049.html
Officer fired after allegedly saying it was 'unfortunate' virus didn't kill all black people

A police officer in Louisiana has been fired after allegedly posting a comment on Facebook that said it was "unfortunate" the coronavirus did not kill all black people.

27 May 21:26 ABC Action News - WFTS - Tampa Bay 5911730202038946221.html
Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous

The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.

27 May 21:49 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774352122642.html
Day after controversy, Rahul Gandhi lauds Maharashtra work on Covid-19

India News: A day after his statement that the Congress was “only supporting” and “not running” the Maharashtra government sparked talk of a rift in the Maha Vika

27 May 21:53 The Times of India 6060938663343391840.html
Mosques to progressively reopen from Jun 2 with limited prayer spaces for private worship

SINGAPORE: Mosques will provide limited prayer spaces for private worship from next Tuesday (Jun 2), as part of progressive reopening plans amid ...

27 May 21:30 CNA 5644198863129773757.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China

US News: WASHINGTON: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland.

27 May 21:36 The Times of India 6060938663495585268.html
Migrant Workers – Not Sympathies, But Redressal By Govt Needed

What we see in India today - deplorable condition of migrant workers & families who are crumbling of fatigue, fighting hunger & struggling to make ends meet

27 May 21:14 News4Masses 6317182365555173754.html
Pompeo told Congress Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China. Here’s what that means.

The secretary of state made the declaration as China prepares to pass a controversial national security law.

27 May 21:30 Vox 6416095788503907528.html
West Kootenay jogger spends 2 hours up tree as bear prowls below

A West Kootenay jogger is lucky to be in one piece after he spent two hours stuck-up a tree following a run-in with an aggressive black bear.Francis Levasse

27 May 21:30 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244987745443.html
Pompeo declares Hong Kong 'no longer autonomous' from China

United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified the US Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China.

27 May 21:36 Aljazeera 6642629762779251222.html
Why has Navajo Nation been hit so hard by the coronavirus?

Navajo Nation leaders announced last week that it had the highest per capita COVID-19 infection rate in the United States, outpacing hot spots like New York. The grim statistic highlights the historical failings of the US government, Navajo leaders say. 

27 May 21:16 Aljazeera 6642629762092270252.html
Coast guard to end search for 4th fisherman missing from accident that killed 3

ST. LAWRENCE, N.L. - Search and rescue operations to find a missing Newfoundland fisherman whose three crewmates perished at sea were to wind down at sunset

27 May 21:54 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244706685071.html
Military has located wreckage of helicopter and remains in Mediterranean

OTTAWA - The Canadian Armed Forces has located the remains of some of the military members who died last month when the helicopter they were in crashed in t

27 May 21:38 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245853296427.html
Ottawa man who raped two women sentenced to more than five years in prison

An Ottawa man has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually assaulting two women, but because of the COVID-19 pandemic it's unclear when he'll be put behind bars.

27 May 21:56 KitchenerToday.com 52741009150963983.html
Ottawa man who raped two women sentenced to more than five years in prison

An Ottawa man has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually assaulting two women, but because of the COVID-19 pandemic it's unclear when

27 May 21:56 iNFOnews.ca 6669504246123949553.html
Tourists to Ibiza must have 'Covid-19' free certificates to visit, president says

Vicent Mari said people visiting the popular holiday island will have to prove they do not have coronavirus before being allowed to visit, in a bid to prevent a deadly outbreak

27 May 21:58 mirror 675785260371682686.html
Vicar quits after “sex acts and inappropriate texts” with parishioner’s wife

Rev John Girtchen, 66, is now moving out of his vicarage in Lincolnshire after church bosses said his conduct during the affair was “contrary to Church teaching on marriage”

27 May 21:29 mirror 675785261562525486.html
Bill Clinton denies having affair with Jeffrey Epstein's alleged 'madam'

The former US President is alleged to have been 'getting it on' with Ghislaine Maxwell in a new book. A spokesman for Clinton has branded the claim "a total lie"

27 May 21:23 mirror 675785261308230030.html
Advocates push Ottawa to fix long-term problems with long-term care

OTTAWA - Advocates and experts in long-term health care say now is the time for Ottawa to intervene when it comes to the inhumane treatment of seniors in nu

27 May 21:27 iNFOnews.ca 6669504246171417504.html
UN concerned by US claims Russia sent jets to Libya

The UN said Wednesday it was "following with great concern" claims that Russia recently sent fighter jets to Libya to support Russian mercenaries fighting for strongman Khalifa Haftar in the long-running conflict. On Tuesday, the US military command for Africa (Africom) accused Moscow of deploying

27 May 21:03 Yahoo 7097669637291370483.html
A pharmacist known as 'the Mask Man' has been charged with hoarding $200,000 worth of N95 masks and price-gouging customers

The DOJ said the pharmacist, 66-year-old Richard Schirripa, sold $2,690 of masks to an undercover officer and said he felt "like a drug dealer."

27 May 21:35 Yahoo 7097669637380660293.html
Vulnerable people in care homes dying three times normal rate during pandemic

EXCLUSIVE: From April 10 to May 8, 3,161 deaths of people receiving domiciliary care were reported to the Care Quality Commission – nearly three times the three-year average for the same period

27 May 21:49 mirror 675785261708624186.html
Another cruise crew member in coronavirus limbo dies of apparent suicide

A cruise ship crew member died last week of self-inflicted harm, the US Coast Guard said Wednesday as it confirmed the latest in a series of apparent suicides among such workers trapped at sea because of the coronavirus pandemic. A 32-year-old Filipino worker on a ship called Scarlet Lady, the only

27 May 21:33 Yahoo 7097669638610032311.html
US ends sanction waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal

The United States said Wednesday it was ending waivers in its sanctions for nations that remain in the Iran nuclear accord, bringing the deal further to the verge of collapse. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he was responding to Iran's "brinkmanship" of nuclear steps, which have been

27 May 21:04 Yahoo 7097669638589268411.html
Nevada approves first boxing, UFC events since virus halt

Boxing is set to return to Las Vegas next month after the Nevada State Athletic Commission gave the greenlight to the resumption of combat sports.

27 May 21:11 Sport 682566034886160901.html
US Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown

Congress voted Wednesday to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries. The House passed a bipartisan bill that would impose sanctions on Chinese officials involved in the mass

27 May 21:56 Yahoo 7097669638510791118.html
Disney Plans Phased Reopening Of Parks For Mid-July

Disney has announced July reopening dates for its theme parks, complete with expected social distancing and cleanliness guidelines.

27 May 21:51 PYMNTS.com 7357138826490754910.html
African-American activists escalating efforts to persuade Biden not to pick Klobuchar for VP

African-American activists are escalating their efforts to persuade former Vice President Joe Biden not to name Sen. Amy Klobuchar as his running mate, arguing he needs to choose someone who would excite black voters.

27 May 21:30 Fox News 7362823820014962204.html
Actress Lesley-Anne Down says stranger tried to abduct her when she was 11

EXCLUSIVE The 66-year-old who starred in TV hits Upstairs, Downstairs and North and South, has recalled the terrifying ordeal near her home in Putney, London

27 May 21:06 mirror 675785261588645522.html
Netflix sued by immigration detention center operators over use of logo in 'Messiah'

A private company that operates some U.S. prisons and detention centers is suing Netflix over the use of its logo in negative scenes depicting squalid conditions in immigrant detention centers on the show 'Messiah.'

27 May 21:10 Fox News 7362823820089089335.html
Russian fighter pilot seen through the window as jets fly dangerously close to US patrol aircraft AGAIN

RUSSIAN fighter jets were spotted flying dangerously close to US military aircraft over the Mediterranean Sea on Tuesday. The two Su-35 aircraft “unsafely intercepted” a P-8A Poseidon patrol aircra…

27 May 21:08 The Sun 7379604593293623840.html
EDITORIAL: Deal firmly with the cyclic ethnic clashes

Cattle rustling, which precipitated the scuffle, must be dealt with quickly and ruthlessly.

27 May 21:46 Daily Nation 7421817124091437000.html
WERE: How far is too far during a health crisis?

Some mistakes are avoidable, especially those that instil fear instead of trust from the public.

27 May 21:00 Daily Nation 7421817125432612605.html
Student, 19, shot dead on way to Lidl ‘gunned down in crossfire of row between two tyre firms’

A LAW student who was shot dead on her way to Lidl was caught in the crossfire of a row between two rival tyre firms, a court heard. Aya Hachem, 19, was hit by a bullet fired from a passing car on …

27 May 21:58 The Sun 7379604591793293372.html
Elderly man stabbed and woman fighting for life after ‘domestic incident’ at London home

A WOMAN is fighting for her life and an elderly man was stabbed after a ‘domestic incident’ at a home in North London. The pair, both thought to be in their 70s, were rushed to hospital…

27 May 21:14 The Sun 7379604591923309064.html
Police, army yields to Wike’s directive, remove barricade from Ikoku market

The Police and the Nigerian army have yielded to the directive of the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, on the opening of Ikoku spare parts market after about two months of shutdown.

27 May 21:06 The Guardian 7580308504520137884.html
COVID-19: WHO can’t dictate to us, says FG

Olorunnimbe Mamora, minister of state for health, says the World Health Organisation cannot dictate to Nigeria on the steps to take in the fight against COVID-19. On Monday, WHO had

27 May 21:26 TheCable 7513571675943655379.html
Conglomerate of health workers in Akwa Ibom begin streets and markets sensitization

As part of measures to check and prevent the spread of Coronavirus in Akwa Ibom state, the Conglomerate of Health Professionals in the state has commenced street and market sensitization.

27 May 21:06 The Guardian 7580308505330312224.html
Man breaks into bank to heat up Hot Pockets: ‘Hell yeah it was worth it’

A California man was busted for breaking into a bank so he could use its microwave to heat up Hot Pockets on Wednesday — and he doesn’t regret a thing. “Hell yeah it was worth

27 May 21:41 New York Post 7654946767587722890.html
World Rugby rejects international tournament proposal to help struggling unions

Former RFU chief executive Francis Baron drew up a financial rescue plan involving a 16-team invitational tournament to be held in the UK next year.

27 May 21:39 Sports Mole 7750663362614440520.html
New Jeffrey Epstein doc should finally lead to a reckoning with Bill Clinton

Will this finally be a reckoning with Bill Clinton? Of all the scandals Bill has survived, his longtime association with a known pedophile — and an alleged affair with that pedophile’s right-hand

27 May 21:29 New York Post 7654946767530396872.html
Bangladesh leaving lockdown as offices, public transports to reopen from May 31

The government is phasing Bangladesh out of lockdown by reopening offices and resuming public transport services on a limited scale from May 31 until Jun 15 amid an escalation of coronavirus cases.

27 May 21:37 Bdnews24 8119004128832260503.html
Reminder: Trump Signed into Law the Warrantless FISA Surveillance That He’s Railing Against

President Donald Trump positioned himself well to the left of the Democratic Party on Wednesday by threatening to veto a clean renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) being pushed by House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.).

27 May 21:02 Law & Crime 7990899038126922546.html
Erdington road closed after police incident

Gravelly Hill was closed following an incident at around 8.30pm

27 May 21:05 birminghammail 8288260684811612316.html
Doctors use GPS, dinghies to screen Greek islands for virus

SIKINOS, Greece — Using dinghies, GPS and a portable refrigerator, doctors deployed by Greece’s national public health agency have launched a coronavirus testing drive on the country’s Aegean

27 May 21:14 New York Post 7654946767763580845.html
NYC man accused of stealing from doctor fighting coronavirus released without bail

A 29-year-old vagrant accused of swiping $11,000 worth in various items from an out-of-state volunteer coronavirus doctor is back out on the streets, authorities said Wednesday. Ronaldo Lewis was

27 May 21:49 New York Post 7654946768122029543.html
Canadian man receives package ordered 8 years earlier

May 27 (UPI) -- A Toronto man said he was surprised and confused when a package showed up at his home containing a product he had ordered eight years earlier.

27 May 21:27 UPI 8257973864471076907.html
Report: USAF covered up incidents of racial bias

May 27 (UPI) -- The U.S. Air Force tried to cover up racial bias in its justice system, a report by an independent advocacy group said Wednesday.

27 May 21:05 UPI 8257973863935212574.html
Jerry Nadler slammed paper ballots as ‘extremely susceptible to fraud’ in 2004

A recently unearthed video clip shows House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler — who last week took President Trump to task for slamming Michigan’s mail-in ballot push —

27 May 21:27 New York Post 7654946768644193678.html
A pharmacist known as ‘the Mask Man’ has been charged with hoarding $200,000 worth of N95 masks and price-gouging customers

A New York pharmacist known as “the Mask Man” hoarded $200,000 worth of N95 masks that he purchased shortly before the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States, and sold them at a roughly 50% markup, prosecutors alleged.

27 May 21:35 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046883427857357.html
Colombia inter-city bus drivers demand to return to work

BOGOTA (Reuters) - Drivers of inter-city bus services in Colombia protested on Wednesday to demand the government let them return to work after two months of quarantine aimed at stopping the spread of the novel coronavirus.

27 May 21:28 Reuters 8334514180795630125.html
Changing marquees at MGM hotels signal Strip’s reopening

Signs of casino reopenings started to appear Wednesday on the Las Vegas Strip as MGM Resorts International and other companies prepared to begin operations again.

27 May 21:11 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648836859546240.html
Looting erupts during Minneapolis protests over black man's killing by white police officer

Protesters clashed with riot police firing tear gas for a second night in Minneapolis on Wednesday in an outpouring of rage over the death of a black man seen in a widely circulated video growing limp and lifeless as a white officer knelt on his neck. The video, taken by…

27 May 21:19 Japan Today 8582716287381303995.html
Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering on Wednesday after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets. He turned to his Twitter account – where else? -- to tweet his threats. The president can’t unilaterally regulate or close the companies, and…

27 May 21:15 Japan Today 8582716286185286139.html
Westgate shooting suspect charged with attempted murder among 41 counts

Charges against the accused Westgate mass shooter now include attempt to commit first degree murder.

27 May 21:44 ABC15 Arizona 911680910862317361.html
Pelosi says Trump’s push for in-person convention is just an ego trip

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday took a jab at President Donald Trump’s hopes to have an in-person Republican Party convention this summer, saying...

27 May 21:06 MarketWatch 8975941548903389892.html
Nissan to Begin Phased Restart of Coronavirus-Halted US Production 1 June - Statement

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Japanese automaker Nissan announced in a statement that it plans to reopen two auto assembly and parts factories in the United States beginning 1...

27 May 21:49 Sputniknews 967333869192425277.html
Trump supporters target Twitter employee after fact check

Twitter’s decision to fact check Donald Trump has resulted in mass harassment of one of its employees.

27 May 21:03 Engadget 96641516306264363.html
House casts proxy votes in pandemic, Republicans have doubts

WASHINGTON (AP) — It was a day for the history books on Capitol Hill: For the first time, House lawmakers voted by proxy, an unprecedented move to avoid the risks...

27 May 21:48 The Seattle Times 9121942837352539023.html
US House Passes China Sanctions Bill Over Uighur Detentions, Measure Heads to Trump

The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed legislation calling for sanctions against Chinese officials for the detention and torture of Uighur Muslims in...

27 May 21:58 Sputniknews 967333869408308923.html
Trump continues to claim broad powers he doesn’t have

WASHINGTON (AP) — Threatening to shut down Twitter for flagging false content. Claiming he can “override" governors who dare to keep churches closed to congregants. Asserting the “absolute authority” to...

27 May 21:33 The Seattle Times 9121942837414018701.html
Mail-in voting could turn Election Day into Election Week

A shift to mail voting is increasing the chances that Americans will not know the winner of November’s presidential race on election night, a scenario that is fueling worries about...

27 May 21:38 The Seattle Times 9121942837292716805.html
Heroin worth £8.5 million stashed in fruit and nut boxes at Heathrow Airport

Border Force officers found 170kg hidden in envelopes that were concealed in the walls of a consignment of 630 boxes on May 21.

27 May 21:01 Metro 970161748541909744.html
Official Says Pentagon Could ‘Rapidly’ Prepare New Nuke Test as US Exits Open Skies Treaty

As the US exits a key, confidence-building international treaty, a top Pentagon official has stated the US is capable of preparing a nuclear weapons test in just...

27 May 21:12 Sputniknews 967333869491848723.html
Bipartisan opposition leaves surveillance bill in doubt

WASHINGTON (AP) — Legislation extending surveillance authorities that the FBI sees as vital in fighting terrorism was thrown into doubt as President Donald Trump threatened a veto and Republican leaders...

27 May 21:44 The Seattle Times 9121942836872849014.html
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith's father, 79, dies from coronavirus as club pay tribute to the 'lifelong supporter' after his four-week fight with COVID-19

The father of Aston Villa boss Dean Smith has died after contracting Covid-19. The Premier League club announced 79-year-old Ron Smith, a lifelong Villa fan, had died after his battle against the virus.

27 May 22:58 Mail Online 124328111280589876.html
Government to appeal historic Bahamian court ruling on citizenship

NASSAU, Bahamas, CMC – The Bahamas government has hinted at filing an “immediate” appeal against a ruling by a Supreme Court judge that anyone born in the country to either a Bahamian mother or father is entitled to...

27 May 22:24 The Gleaner 1215260528447142921.html
Jeremy Corbyn is pictured 'flouting social distancing rules as he stops to chat with passer-by while making trip to riverside beauty spot to celebrate 71st birthday'

The snapshot, posted to Facebook, reportedly shows the former Labour leader standing close to passer-by Joe Neary on Tuesday as he made a trip to a riverside beauty spot.

27 May 22:10 Mail Online 124328110665028280.html
Labour reforms: Centre to tell states not to rewrite laws

As reported by FE earlier, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat proposed/issued orders, suspending key provisions of labour laws.

27 May 22:43 The Financial Express 1288289579536353438.html
CAI urges Centre to take steps to control desert locust attack

In a representation to both the ministers, Atul Ganatra, president, CAI said that sowing of cotton in north India is complete to the extent of 80%.

27 May 22:24 The Financial Express 1288289581428407249.html
Kyoto Animation Arson Suspect Finally Arrested in Japan

Shinji Aoba, the suspect behind the tragic Kyoto Animation arson last year, has finally been [...]

27 May 21:49 Comicbook.com 8601098218338872352.html
India carefully monitoring political situation in Nepal: Sources

India is carefully monitoring the situation in Nepal, government sources said on Wednesday after the Nepalese government deferred its plan to bring in a constitutional amendment to update its new map

27 May 22:50 Deccan Herald 2027555797223614123.html
Flood, COVID-19 double whammy in Assam: One death, 2.71 lakh affected in flood; 92 new COVID-19 cases in 24-hours

Flood in Assam claimed one life on Wednesday and affected over 2.71 lakh people in 11 districts as the state government stepped up efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the relief camps. A man

27 May 22:57 Deccan Herald 2027555797465876727.html
Sreelekha to be Kerala's first woman DGP, to head Fire & Rescue Services Department

R Sreelekha will be the first woman Director General of Police in Kerala after the state government on Wednesday appointed her as Fire and Rescue Services DGP as part of a major reshuffle. The state

27 May 22:23 Deccan Herald 2027555796090338135.html
Filipino crew member stuck on cruise ship commits suicide

32-year-old died on Virgin's Scarlet Lady, trapped at sea due to coronavirus

27 May 22:42 Gulf News 2086521545406251412.html
US ends sanction waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal

Move, announced by Pompeo, brings deal further to brink of collapse

27 May 22:48 Gulf News 2086521545499483756.html
If an MP heckles in a virtual House of Commons, does it make a sound?

Conservative MP Cathy McLeod tried gamely Wednesday to adhere to a long-standing parliamentary tradition, heckling her rivals across the aisle in the House of Commons for an answer that wasn't up to snuff.

27 May 22:18 CP24 1887544294947716386.html
AFDB crisis: Adesina maintains innocence over allegations of nepotism

PRESIDENT of the African Development Bank (AFDB) Akinwunmi Adesina has maintained his innocence with regards to the various allegations against him. In a statement personally signed by Adesina, he expressed confidence in the integrity of the bank, its governance systems as well as its rules and procedure. Recall that Adesina was recently accused by a […]

27 May 22:18 The ICIR 2244788520489243638.html
Strong wind, heavy rain lash Bengaluru for second consecutive day on Wednesday

Strong wind and heavy rain with thunder lashed the city for the second consecutive day on Wednesday uprooting several trees and bringing down several electric poles. The rains that lasted over an

27 May 22:45 Deccan Herald 2027555797556436182.html
Olympic chief Bach consults with IOC members over virus fallout

Olympic chief Thomas Bach on Wednesday held a series of talks with International Olympic Committee members on the potential consequences of the coronavirus pandemic that has seen the Tokyo Games pushed back a year to 2021, sources said. Bach was to address the 100 IOC members in three different sessions…

27 May 21:11 Japan Today 8582716285628496224.html
Moscow to ease coronavirus lockdown restrictions from Monday: mayor

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin on Wednesday announced an easing of the Russian capital's coronavirus lockdown starting June 1, including the reopening of non-food shops. "Today we can already talk

27 May 22:03 Deccan Herald 2027555797207918259.html
NYPD cop a ‘spineless coward’ for shooting, killing friend, victim’s dad says

The father of a Long Island man gunned down by his NYPD-rookie friend blasted the officer as a “spineless coward” for the slaying in an interview Wednesday. The victim’s father,

27 May 21:59 New York Post 7654946768260477465.html
Mary-Kate Olsen's ex Olivier Sarkozy 'moved his ex-wife' into mansion 'the moment' she left

Mary-Kate Olsen's estranged husband Oliver Sarkozy reportedly moved his ex-wife, Charlotte Bernard, their two children and his mother into their shared home as soon as she left

27 May 22:15 Irish Mirror 2875825629509964402.html
FRA claims: Appeals facilitated against orders of district panels

The modification incorporates a provision enabling rightful claimants of forest rights to appeal against the order of DLCs.

27 May 22:51 The Indian Express 2885715104727656844.html
Nepal defers amendment on updating its map

The delay indicates a rethink on the disputed sites and proof that back-channels are in operation

27 May 22:27 The Telegraph 2864094127814745396.html
Allies blast Donald Trump's murder conspiracy theory

Prominent Republicans and usually supportive media outlets have criticised Trump for spreading unfounded conspiracy theories about the death of a Florida woman.

27 May 22:18 Brisbane Times 2314609338455905822.html
Wike cancels lockdown, imposes curfew - The Nation Nigeria

Rivers State Government has cancelled its former decision to resume lockdown of the capital city,  comprising Obio/Akpor and Port Harcourt ...

27 May 22:13 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445899965057419.html
Kalaeloa church fire being investigated as arson | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Honolulu police launched an arson investigation involving an early morning church fire in Kalaeloa that investigators determined as intentionally set.

27 May 22:00 Star-Advertiser 3439335389407788235.html
Legal opposition to opening schools on hold, pending gazetting by Angie Motshekga

Sentiments shared by concerned parents included that ‘the education department is sending our children into a deadly storm; our children are better at home than at schools where they are exposed to the coronavirus and schools should resume when the peak is over’.

27 May 22:15 Daily Maverick 2373996788086112917.html
Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment

WASHINGTON, May 28 — US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said yesterday China had undermined Hong Kong's autonomy so fundamentally that the territory no longer warranted special treatment under US law, a potentially big blow to its status as a major financial hub. Pompeo's certification to the US...

27 May 22:54 Malaymail 302165936314410703.html
Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> Congress voted today to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries.

27 May 22:08 Star-Advertiser 3439335387555465078.html
Will mail-in voting turn Election Day into Election Week? | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

A shift to mail voting is increasing the chances that Americans will not know the winner of November’s presidential race on election night, a scenario that is fueling worries about whether President Donald Trump will use the delay to sow doubts about the results.

27 May 22:37 Star-Advertiser 3439335387792458479.html
Dudu Myeni was prepared to cause ‘untold harm to SAA and the SA economy’

Parsing a word cloud from the judgment handed down in the North Gauteng High Court declaring Dudu Myeni a delinquent director for life, paints a devastating portrait of the former SAA board chair and friend of Jacob Zuma’s character and mien.

27 May 22:56 Daily Maverick 2373996787722644693.html
Trump asks DOJ, FBI to expedite probe into George Floyd death

President Trump on Wednesday said he asked the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI to expedite an investigation into the death of George Floyd, who died in the custody of Minneapolis police earlier

27 May 22:48 TheHill 355432919576295127.html
TSL bosses acquitted again

Harare Regional Magistrate Mrs Sandra Mupindu has, for the second time, acquitted three Tobacco Sales Limited (TSL) bosses accused of selling a farm for US$600 000 after it had been gazetted by Government for acquisition under the land reform programme.

27 May 22:36 Nehanda Radio 3802011523734174771.html
118 escape from isolation centres

A total of 118 people have so far escaped from Covid-19 quarantine and isolation centres countrywide in separate incidents while police have arrested 41 738 people for violating lockdown regulations and the Liquor Act.

27 May 22:23 Nehanda Radio 3802011522810505102.html
Covid-19 wrap: Brazil reports higest death toll globally and automakers unite in crisis

Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

27 May 22:34 News24 3752801377883574291.html
Swindling investor lands man behind bars

A Bindura man, who swindled a Singaporean investor Ramason Bupendra of mining machinery worth US$500 000, has been sentenced to an effective seven years in prison.

27 May 22:18 Nehanda Radio 3802011524773547221.html
It’s Official: 100,000 Are Dead of Covid-19 in America, and Their Blood Is on Trump’s Hands

Most of the coronavirus deaths could have been avoided if Trump had enacted social-distancing measures sooner.

27 May 22:44 The Intercept 3645855239364135739.html
FBI investigating 'Zoom bombings' involving child sexual abuse

The FBI announced Wednesday that it is seeking information on victims of so-called “Zoom bombings” that contain videos of child sexual abuse, calling such instances a “violent crime.”

27 May 22:14 TheHill 355432918796601925.html
Cop bashed for dating gold dealer’s ex-wife

A Kwekwe gold dealer was on Monday arrested after he assaulted a police officer in a dispute over a woman.

27 May 22:31 Nehanda Radio 3802011522886237007.html
USTR office: Strongly disagrees with US Court of International Trade's decision...

Early Thursday morning in Asia, the US Trade Representative's office (USTR) marked its disagreement with the US Court of International Trade's decisio

27 May 22:28 FXStreet 4480975639297179201.html
House passes bill that would sanction Chinese officials over Xinjiang camps

The House on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed legislation that would impose sanctions on senior Chinese officials responsible for the forced labor camps that have targeted Uighur Muslims and other

27 May 22:01 TheHill 355432918686386194.html
Nail-biting video shows brown bear following child on family hike

(CNN) — An Italian family’s mountain hike took a hair-raising turn after a brown bear followed a child down a mountain path during a day out. In a video...

27 May 22:57 WSVN 7News 4504855331397606013.html
US President Trump: If the FISA Bill is passed tonight on the House floor, I will quickly VETO it.

While parting ways from a sustained attack on China, US President Donald Trump recently tweeted his dissent for the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance

27 May 22:38 FXStreet 4480975639958029398.html
Trump says he will get 'very full report' on death of George Floyd

President Trump said he will receive a White House briefing on the death of George Floyd, a black man who died while in custody of Minneapolis police officers.

27 May 22:36 Washington Examiner 4625792333546062921.html
Russia postpones July BRICS summit due to coronavirus

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia said on Wednesday it has decided to postpone the summit of the BRICS nations, initially scheduled to be held in St.

27 May 22:40 Firstpost 4760741713291231374.html
J&K Govt extends ban on high-speed mobile Internet till June 17

Jammu and Kashmir Government on Wednesday extended ban on 4G internet in Jammu and Kashmir till June 17, claiming that the reports received by it suggest

27 May 22:54 Greater Kashmir 4662909091601365496.html
New York's Cuomo says Congress 'abusing' states worst hit by coronavirus

By Doina Chiacu WASHINGTON (Reuters) - New York Governor Andrew Cuomo called on Wednesday for the U.S.

27 May 22:42 Firstpost 4760741712631144781.html
Major Fire At South Mumbai Hotel, At Least 25 Rescued

At least 25 people were rescued after a major fire broke out in a five-storey hotel in south Mumbai on Wednesday night, officials said.

27 May 22:44 NDTV.com 5090057681591062186.html
B.C. sees 9 new COVID-19 cases, one death as officials watch for new cases amid Phase Two

Number of confirmed active cases is at 244, with 37 people in hospital

27 May 22:15 North Delta Reporter 5327740410518595156.html
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, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Tom Austin, a venture capitalist, later apologized and said a building manager's email previously flagged concerns of non-tenants using the gym.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 22:12 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757150177163.html
Report: Israel tried to save architect of Sudan-Israel relations, but she died of corona - Foreign Affairs

Flight that took off from Israel to Sudan and caused speculation reportedly aimed to save diplomat, but she ultimately died of coronavirus.

27 May 22:20 Israel National News 5374683669949781056.html
US coronavirus death toll tops 100,000

The number of coronavirus-related deaths in the United States has surpassed 100,000, approximately doubling the death toll recorded in late April.

27 May 22:25 Washington Examiner 4625792332735779813.html
"Move on" says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists

By William James and Elizabeth Piper LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a

27 May 22:41 Firstpost 4760741713502205847.html
'I have not killed any Tutsis': Alleged financier of Rwandan genocide denies involvement after decades on the run

The accused financier of the genocide of 800,000 men, women, and children denied he was responsible after being captured this month in France.

27 May 22:54 Washington Examiner 4625792333004989615.html
US COVID-19 Death Count Crosses 1,00,000-Mark: Report

The United States has now recorded more than 100,000 coronavirus-related deaths, Johns Hopkins University reported Wednesday -- a somber milestone and by far the highest total in the world.

27 May 22:05 NDTV.com 5090057682110044389.html
US death toll from Covid-19 passes 100,000 as Americans emerge from lockdown

The novel coronavirus has killed more than 100,000 people in the United States, according to a Reuters tally on Wednesday, even as the slowdown in deaths encouraged businesses to reopen and Americans…

27 May 22:26 France 24 5635134571728926352.html
Huawei CFO Meng's US extradition case hinges on key ruling in Canada on Wednesday

A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on a key aspect of Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the United ...

27 May 22:56 CNA 5644198862745387363.html
Catholic churches will not reopen for private worship on Jun 2

SINGAPORE: Catholic churches will not reopen for private worship during Phase 1 after Singapore exits its "circuit breaker" period, the Archbishop ...

27 May 22:13 CNA 5644198863673695864.html
A family-run circus has been stranded for 2 months in a Spanish town because of the coronavirus lockdown, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Performers with the Raluy Legacy Circus have begun livestreaming their act for free and using their costuming skills to make face masks.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 22:11 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408755555841557.html
Minnesota Vikings Release Strong Statement After The Death of George Floyd By Cops (PIC)

(Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images) Protesters have crowded the streets everyday on the Minneapolis intersection where George Floyd lost consciousness…

27 May 22:41 Total Pro Sports 5536572205028046095.html
Emily Maitlis to miss Newsnight after BBC criticises her Dominic Cummings row coverage

Emily Maitlis will not present Wednesday's episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.

27 May 22:27 independent 5894610845218701619.html
Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute

The standoff was triggered by India’s construction of roads and air strips in the region

27 May 22:25 Dunya News 5863268918036082556.html
3 suspects arrested in connection with the murder of a woman in Kabul city

The security forces arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of a woman a day before the first day of Eid in Kabul city.

27 May 22:20 The Khaama Press News Agency 6015320582533396898.html
A family-run circus has been stranded for 2 months in a Spanish town because of the coronavirus lockdown

Performers with the Raluy Legacy Circus have begun livestreaming their act for free and using their costuming skills to make face masks.

27 May 22:11 Business Insider 6060062399324599829.html
Afghanistan records 625 new positive cases of coronavirus in past 24 hours

The authorities in Afghanistan recorded 625 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) across the country in the past 24 hours.

27 May 22:28 The Khaama Press News Agency 6015320583518124272.html
Archaeologists searching for remains of Red Hugh O’Donnell say unearthing of 'big strong man' was not Irish rebel

Spanish archaeologists searching for the remains of Red Hugh O’Donnell thought they had finally found him after they unearthed a “big and strong man” in his believed resting place.

27 May 22:23 independent 5894610846168196029.html
US commanders discussing ‘Earlier than planned Significant troops reduction’ in Afghanistan

The U.S. commanders are discussing options for significantly reducing the U.S. troops in Afghanistan, a move that could bring all U.S. troops back before the voters go to the polls in next presidential elections.

27 May 22:05 The Khaama Press News Agency 6015320583195495245.html
The coronavirus has killed more than 100,000 Americans in just over 4 months

More than 83% of those deaths could have been avoided if the US had locked down two weeks earlier, some research suggests.

27 May 22:07 Business Insider 6060062400176119768.html
Explainer: What happens next in Huawei CFO’s U.S. extradition case

A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on the extradition of Huawei

27 May 22:44 Dunya News 5863268918751713181.html
Karnataka ready to reopen malls, hotels & theatres after May 31

India News: The Karnataka government is in favour of opening up malls, hotels, restaurants and cinema halls after May 31, when Lockdown 4.0 ends, provided the Cen

27 May 22:25 The Times of India 6060938664411960484.html
Coronavirus pandemic exposes inequality in Ecuador's Guayaquil

When Victoria Sanchez and her mother, Eufemia Nicolaza Sanches Pin, showed up at their local public hospital in Ecuador's Guayaquil for Sanches Pin's weekly dialysis treatment last month, hospital staff refused to let the mother, a diabetic, in because she had a runny nose. 

27 May 22:44 Aljazeera 6642629762686999447.html
Mary-Kate Olsen's ex Olivier Sarkozy 'moved his ex-wife' into mansion 'the moment' she left

Mary-Kate Olsen's estranged husband Oliver Sarkozy reportedly moved his ex-wife, Charlotte Bernard, their two children and his mother into their shared home as soon as she left

27 May 22:15 mirror 675785261255979097.html
WHO Creates Foundation to Boost Funding in Coronavirus Fight

Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. (Reuters) WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus denied the move … WHO Creates Foundation to Boost Funding in Coronavirus Fight Read More »

27 May 22:23 ISSCNC 6824315490348230404.html
Piers Morgan backs Emily Maitlis in Cummings 'impartiality row' against 'BBC weasels'

Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan has hit out at BBC management after Emily Maitlis was replaced on Newsnight after transgressing impartiality lines

27 May 22:59 mirror 675785261586849339.html
RFE/RL: Ukrainian court finds Lviv student guilty of torching RFE/RL reporter's car

The 19-year-old university student admitted his guilt to the court and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors.

27 May 22:20 UNIAN 6863008971076296244.html
If an MP heckles in a virtual House of Commons, does it make a sound?

OTTAWA - Conservative MP Cathy McLeod tried gamely Wednesday to adhere to a long-standing parliamentary tradition, heckling her rivals across the aisle in t

27 May 22:12 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245883284806.html
Peter Manfredonia, UConn student accused of deadly crime spree, arrested in Maryland

A fugitive college student suspected in two Connecticut slayings has been caught in Maryland, police announced late Wednesday night.

27 May 22:15 ABC7 New York 7327811147590357863.html
Senate Democrats take on GOP court-packing in blistering new report

The senators pointed to conservative activist Leonard Leo as the driving force behind the many of the president's appointments.

27 May 22:12 Yahoo 7097669638940875037.html
Police welcome doctors with roses in Kashmir

This comes a day after doctors held protests against harassment at the hands of policemen during lockdown

27 May 22:18 The Hindu 6679535025867322906.html
COVID-19 shows need for long-term-care reform but solve crisis first, Trudeau says

OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expects to have a comprehensive conversation with Canada's premiers about immediate and long-term reforms of the coun

27 May 22:09 iNFOnews.ca 6669504246069964973.html
Ilhan Omar: Minnesota officer should be 'charged with murder' in George Floyd death

Rep. Ilhan Omar called for murder charges against one of the Minneapolis police officers involved in the death of George Floyd – who was handcuffed and pinned down with a knee on his neck and later died.

27 May 22:08 Fox News 7362823820723317012.html
VIDEO: Man sets Armadale cafe alight

Police are hunting for a man who forced his way into an Armadale cafe earlier this month, armed with a gas cylinder and a jerry can of accelerant, and lit a fire. The man broke into the back door o…

27 May 22:30 3AW693 News Talk 7618006914264202609.html
COVID-19: Kogi finally joins the list as Nigeria records 389 cases — highest daily toll

Exactly three months after the index COVID-19 case in Nigeria, the country has had its highest daily toll ever, and with Kogi state recording its first two cases. An Italian

27 May 22:55 TheCable 7513571674023607524.html
Refrain from running regular trains for a month: States to Centre

State governments, including Odisha, Rajasthan, Bihar, Chhattisgarh and West Bengal have told the Centre that resumption of passenger rail service would lead to a further increase in Covid-19 cases.

27 May 22:57 The Economic Times 7653256038133418245.html
US first country to report 100,000 coronavirus deaths

The United States has surpassed the grim milestone of 100,000 coronavirus deaths.

27 May 22:27 RTE.ie 7595237277651051593.html
UConn fugitive Peter Manfredonia may have been spotted in Uber to Maryland

The machete-wielding University of Connecticut student who is being hunted for a killing spree may have last been seen fleeing south across the Maryland state line in an Uber, according to a report

27 May 22:05 New York Post 7654946768600535438.html
Troy Deeney reveals online abuse over refusal to return amid coronavirus

The striker has not returned to training.

27 May 22:18 Sports Mole 7750663361017640561.html
Canadian judge OKs U.S. extradition case for Weng Wanzhou to proceed

May 27 (UPI) -- A judge in Canada ruled Wednesday that the United States can continue its fight to extradite a senior Huawei executive arrested in 2018 on conspiracy and fraud charges.

27 May 22:28 UPI 8257973865056019317.html
Long Beach hit-and-run: Man, dog killed by burglary suspect in crash during police chase

A man and his dog were killed in a hit-and-run crash involving a burglary suspect who was fleeing from police in Long Beach Tuesday night.

27 May 22:32 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010439741238895.html
A family-run circus has been stranded for 2 months in a Spanish town because of the coronavirus lockdown

Louisa Raluy is suspended upside-down from a rope hanging from the ceiling, twisting and turning as her fellow circus performers encourage her on.

27 May 22:11 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882140272149.html
The coronavirus has killed more than 100,000 Americans in just over 4 months

More than 100,000 Americans have died from the new coronavirus. That’s nearly one-third of the worldwide total.

27 May 22:07 Business Insider Malaysia 8325046882991792088.html
Rome Colosseum to reopen in June after coronavirus kept it closed for months

Italy’s Colosseum Archaeological Park in Rome (PArCo) announced Tuesday it will reopen to the public on June 1 after having been closed for three months due to coronavirus restrictions. There are

27 May 22:54 New York Post 7654946768676925991.html
National security law enactment to start

Despite how hard some Western media outlets depict swarms of illegal protesters in Hong Kong as

27 May 22:58 Global Times 7829414520386791440.html
Legendary Mexican beach resort Acapulco upended by coronavirus

ACAPULCO, Mexico (Reuters) - Intensive care units in the Mexican beach resort of Acapulco are close to capacity as the coronavirus threatens to overwhelm hospitals and leaves local authorities scrambling to dig more graves.

27 May 22:33 Reuters 8334514181732338597.html
Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republicans warned on Wednesday that legislation passed by the Democratic-controlled U.S. House of Representatives during the coronavirus pandemic may not become law if lawmakers are allowed to cast votes remotely under a new voting system.

27 May 22:30 Reuters 8334514180884193646.html
Bee infestation closes visitors center near Searchlight

Maintenance crews discovered hundreds of bees swarming the faucets, toilets and other facilities.

27 May 22:25 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648837719035213.html
Group purchases APC nomination form for Obaseki

The Obaseki Mandate Forum, a pressure group, has purchased the expression of interest and nomination forms for Godwin Obaseki, governor of Edo, for the governorship primary of the All Progressives

27 May 22:20 TheCable 7513571674401821056.html
Las Vegas boy, 8, dies after drinking chemicals in soda bottle

A 8-year-old Las Vegas boy died in May days after he ingested chemicals that were stored in a soda bottle, according to a Clark County Department of Family Services report.

27 May 22:57 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648835873110772.html
Nevada Supreme Court says judge retaliated at sentencing

The Nevada Supreme Court has decided that a Clark County judge went too far when he sentenced a defendant in a robbery case to life in prison without parole.

27 May 22:54 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648835955175513.html
COVID-19 Informer: Boris Johnson still in hot water, US passes 100,000 coronavirus deaths

Our COVID-19 Informer will keep you up to date with everything you need to know today.

27 May 22:00 The Canberra Times 8662394330201160708.html
CCTV captures arsonist setting an Armadale cafe alight

Police are hunting for a man who forced his way into an Armadale cafe earlier this month, armed with a gas cylinder and a jerry can of accelerant, and lit a fire. The man broke into the back door o…

27 May 22:30 3AW693 News Talk 7618006914978305095.html
Executive Order on Social Media Companies Will Be Signed on Thursday - White House

President Trump earlier threatened to put regulations or even shut down social media sites, including Twitter, after the latter labeled the president's tweets with...

27 May 22:38 Sputniknews 967333867636865949.html
Trump says he’ll be back for delayed SpaceX rocket launch

President Trump has confirmed he will be back in Florida on Saturday after Wednesday’s highly anticipated SpaceX rocket launch was canceled due to bad weather. “Thank you to @NASA and

27 May 22:38 New York Post 7654946767999100443.html
'Justice Will Be Served': Trump Says FBI, DoJ Probe in George Floyd Murder Will Be 'Expedited'

US President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he had personally requested the federal investigations into the "tragic death" of 46-year-old Minneapolis, Minnesota...

27 May 22:57 Sputniknews 967333869465730050.html
German Presidency in EU to Prioritize Relations With US, China, Merkel Says

BERLIN (Sputnik) - Relations with China and the United States, as well as broader transatlantic cooperation, are going to be the priorities of Germany's upcoming...

27 May 22:05 Sputniknews 967333867653867959.html
Tulsi Gabbard Drops Defamation Suit Against Hillary Clinton, Cites Need to Defeat Trump

Former Democratic presidential candidate Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI) withdrew her defamation lawsuit against former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Wednesday.

27 May 22:23 Sputniknews 967333868143151876.html
Newsnight's Katie Razzall insists Emily Maitlis was not asked to take night off

Emily Maitlis made some controversial comments about Dominic Cummings.

27 May 22:40 Metro 970161747427535304.html
Little Boy Blue: Where is Rhys Jones' killer Sean Mercer now?

Rhys Jones was fatally shot in 2007.

27 May 22:00 Metro 970161747030099863.html
Exxon shareholders soundly reject splitting CEO/chairman roles

(Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM.N) shareholders soundly rejected climate-related proposals and splitting the chairman and chief executive’s roles at the oil major’s shareholder meeting on Wednesday.

27 May 22:20 Reuters 8334514181125308273.html
Piers Morgan and Stacey Dooley lead support for Newsnight's Emily Maitlis

'Emily has been reprimanded. And Dominic Cummings hasn’t.'

27 May 22:22 Metro 970161747000909641.html
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

''Hong Kong does not continue to warrant treatment under United States laws in the same manner as U.S. laws were applied to Hong Kong before July 1997," Pompeo said in a statement.

27 May 23:37 The Financial Express 1288289580327372625.html
Gov. Cuomo asks Trump to greenlight three major infrastructure projects in New York

The appeal comes as New York City faces increasingly dire financial straits from the outbreak.

27 May 22:19 MarketWatch 8975941549179858213.html
Hikers, 23, who spent 19 DAYS lost in the bush reveal how they survived - and why finding a footprint saved their lives

Dion Reynolds and Jessica O'Connor, both 23, went camping at Anatori Valley in Kahurangi National Park, in New Zealand's South Island, on May 9.

27 May 23:20 Mail Online 124328112153936005.html
Number of children caught in school with drugs including HEROIN is up by more than a quarter in four years, new figures show

Rising numbers of children have been caught in school with drugs that include heroin, an investigation reveals. Between 2016 and 2019, 2,600 cases were reported in England and Wales.

27 May 23:00 Mail Online 124328110943708416.html
Police: 2 officers shot, woman found dead in North Dakota

Police say two law enforcement officers and a suspect have been shot and a woman was found dead at an apartment in a North Dakota city.

27 May 23:31 NewsChannel 10 1537185524264248967.html
Coronavirus latest: at a glance

A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak

27 May 23:39 the Guardian 1491978796339398514.html
UK's most vulnerable people at risk of losing 60% of their income

Citizens Advice warns of lack of safety net for many of the 2.5 million ordered to shield at home

27 May 23:01 the Guardian 1491978796294089453.html
Air corridors can kickstart post-virus tourism – U.N. agency

The World Tourism Organization proposes that tourists be allowed to travel between countries at low risk of coronavirus contagion

27 May 23:00 Rappler 1882105642780515210.html
3-year-old boy falls into borewell in Telangana; rescue operations on

A three-year-old boy slipped into a borewell of over 120 feet in Medak district of Telangana on Wednesday evening. The incident occurred in an agricultural field in Podchanpalli village, where Sai

27 May 23:07 Deccan Herald 2027555796479796140.html
Karnataka govt prepares for locust attack as crop-eaters march to Maharashtra

Fearing the invasion of a massive locust swarm that has reached parts of Maharashtra, authorities are desperately hoping for a change in wind direction — currently flowing in North-South direction — to prevent the flying insects from approaching the northern parts of Karnataka.

27 May 23:44 Deccan Herald 2027555797056612060.html
After uncertain future, vacant mould-filled Saskatoon luxury home slated for demolition may have new lease on life

A luxury home in Saskatoon that has been empty for years, is full of mould and was nearly demolished by the city may have a new lease on life.

27 May 23:20 Saskatoon 2258376078951814675.html
CNBC Hosts Get Into Shouting Match Over COVID: '100,000 People Died!'

"100,000 people died, Joe, and all you did was try to help your friend, the president," Andrew Ross Sorkin yells at "Squawk Box" cohost Joe Kernen

27 May 23:02 TheWrap 2361432283183341374.html
What do you do with a stolen Vincent van Gogh painting?

An art thief reviews the 'copycat' heist of The Parsonage Garden at Nuenen from a Dutch museum on March 30.

27 May 23:43 Brisbane Times 2314609339332924182.html
U.S. weighs options 'across the spectrum' to punish China over Hong Kong

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is crafting a range of options to punish China over its tightening grip on Hong Kong, including targeted sanctions, new tariffs and further restrictions on Chinese companies, according to U.

27 May 23:28 Financial Post 2379081493633770150.html
Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon

The government has stepped up efforts to control spread of swarms of locust, a crop damaging migratory pests, in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh, and plans to soon deploy drones for

27 May 23:09 Deccan Herald 2027555796452264918.html
‘Oluwa made LASU’s Faculty of Law tick’ - The Nation Nigeria News

More tributes are being showered on the former Pro-Chancellor/Chairman of Lagos State University (LASU) Justice Isiaka Oluwa.

27 May 23:36 Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics 2658445901756063701.html
Total coronavirus cases in Gulf Arab states surpass 200,000, tally shows

DUBAI, May 28 — The number of coronavirus cases in the six Gulf Arab states doubled in less than a month to surpass 200,000 yesterday, according to a Reuters' tally, at a time the region's two biggest economies move to resume activity. Coronavirus infections in the energy producing region, which...

27 May 23:31 Malaymail 302165935083235030.html
US coronavirus deaths top 100,000 as country reopens

WASHINGTON, May 28 — The novel coronavirus has killed more than 100,000 people in the United States, according to a Reuters tally yesterday, even as the slowdown in deaths encouraged businesses to reopen and Americans to emerge from more than two months of lockdowns. About 1,400 Americans have...

27 May 23:03 Malaymail 302165935505006565.html
Here's When You Can Expect Tattoo Parlors to Open Back Up in Each State

The coronavirus pandemic is nowhere near over, but nearly all states in the US have officially introduced plans to reopen their economies after several weeks

27 May 23:30 POPSUGAR Beauty 1694745614706965064.html
What is double criminality? Meng Wanzhou ruling explained

The alleged fraud that Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou is accused of committing by U.S. authorities would be considered a crime in Canada if it happened here, a British Columbia judge ruled Wednesday, marking a major loss for the powerful Chinese businesswoman in her ongoing extradition battle.

27 May 23:21 CTVNews 2422791598620320552.html
As buses start plying, migrants try to leave again, stopped again

Buses headed towards Old Delhi Railway station also registered a sizeable ridership, even around 3.30 pm when the heat had peaked. While passengers boarding these buses were not thermally screened, not more than two were being placed in each row. However, marshals could not be spotted at bus stops.

27 May 23:38 The Indian Express 2885715105024866784.html
Trump to sign executive order on social media today, says White House

WASHINGTON, May 28 — US President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies today, White House officials said after Trump threatened to shut down the platform he accused of stifling conservative voices. The officials, who spoke to reporters travelling with Trump to...

27 May 23:58 Malaymail 302165935020603208.html
Trump to sign executive order on social media amid Twitter furor

‘Big Tech is doing everything in their very considerable power to CENSOR in advance of the 2020 Election,’ Trump tweets.

27 May 23:47 POLITICO 2584151345946899325.html
Strategic affairs experts criticise Trump's offer to mediate between India and China on border row

India and China have a robust mechanism to resolve their long-pending border dispute and there was no scope for any third party intervention, strategic affairs experts said on Wednesday, criticising

27 May 23:12 Deccan Herald 2027555797688030683.html
'Move on' says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists

LONDON, May 28 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain yesterday to move on from what he described as a “very, very frustrating episode” when his closest adviser provoked outrage for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown. Dominic Cummings has refused to quit after...

27 May 23:22 Malaymail 302165936135955942.html
President Trump Will Sign Executive Order on Social Media Censorship

President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media censorship amid rapidly intensifying political bias from the Silicon Valley Masters of the Universe.

27 May 23:34 Breitbart 3148363491855005486.html
Vulnerable people shielding from coronavirus see incomes slide, charity warns

Citizens Advice research revealed 41% of people in the shielded group said they have lost at least 20% of their income since the outbreak began.

27 May 23:04 Shropshire Star 3480199991479096081.html
Contact tracing system launched amid mounting Tory anger over Cummings

It will see people with Covid-19 having their contacts traced in a bid to cut off routes of transmission for the virus and control local flare-ups.

27 May 23:05 Shropshire Star 3480199991531271938.html
BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds

‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.

27 May 23:05 Shropshire Star 3480199992327541417.html
Trump threatens to veto FISA bill ahead of House vote

President Trump is threatening to veto legislation reauthorizing expired government surveillance tools if it passes in the House, citing “massive abuse” of the government powers in the Russia

27 May 23:08 TheHill 355432918553320746.html
FG to release guidelines on school reopening - Boss Mustapha

Following lockdown of schools due to covid-19, FG has disclosed that it would soon roll out course of action for the reopening of these learning institutions.

27 May 23:22 Legit 3764253650604192076.html
Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old

An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.

27 May 23:04 Shropshire Star 3480199992411336583.html
Birmingham woman in BAME donor campaign has liver transplant

The family of Sunaina Paul, 31, had appealed for more black, Asian and minority ethnic organ donors.

27 May 23:04 BBC News 3883826127419233482.html
Police: 2 officers shot, woman found dead in North Dakota

Police say two law enforcement officers and a suspect have been shot and a woman was found dead at an apartment in a North Dakota city.

27 May 23:31 WVLT 4089046910885823901.html
COVID-19: Aston Villa coach Dean Smith’s father dies

Aston Villa head coach Dean Smith's father Ron has died after contracting coronavirus, the Premier League club have confirmed.

27 May 23:34 Vanguard News 4125100338939860778.html
Pakistan condemns commencement of temple construction at site of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya: FO

"The RSS-BJP combine in India is busy unabashedly advancing the 'Hindutva' agenda," says FO spokesperson Aisha Farooqui.

27 May 23:22 DAWN.COM 4500271768461942815.html
Trump vows to veto House FISA bill

President Trump promised to veto the FISA bill currently on the House floor.

27 May 23:35 Washington Examiner 4625792332662575211.html
Trump Will Sign Executive Order On Social Media After Lashing Out At Twitter

President Trump is set to sign an executive order on social media following his threat to shut down platforms after...

27 May 23:09 Talking Points Memo 4598529366639816669.html
Illinois business owner plans his own reopening as governor releases guidelines for businesses

With less than a week before Illinois enters the next phase of the governor's reopening plan, Gov. J.B. Pritzker put out new guidance documents outlining how he wants businesses to operate to minimize the spread of COVID-19.

27 May 23:00 Washington Examiner 4625792333673647991.html
Key Witness Who Had Identified Ajmal Kasab Dies

Harishchandra Shrivardhankar, a key witness who had identified terrorist Ajmal Kasab during the case trial, died at his house in Kalyan in Maharashtra's Thane district, his family members said on Wednesday. He was 70.

27 May 23:45 NDTV.com 5090057681881101200.html
The Trump Administration has deemed professional athletes essential workers in the United States — here's what that means for the return of sports, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The provision allows professional athletes from foreign countries to enter the United States in order to compete in their respective sports.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 23:25 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757107777857.html
Lawsuit: Ultra refuses refunds for cancelled music festival

MIAMI — Two men are suing organizers of Ultra Music Festival, claiming they were denied refunds after the the three-day electronic dance music festival in Miami was cancelled in March because of the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 23:23 KitchenerToday.com 52741009210432976.html
NBC, producers say 'America's Got Talent' cleared by probe

LOS ANGELES — An investigation of Gabrielle Union’s complaints of racism on the set of “America’s Got Talent” concluded that her allegations were unfounded, according to NBC and the show’s producers.

27 May 23:23 KitchenerToday.com 52741009508190497.html
NBC, producers say 'America's Got Talent' cleared by probe

LOS ANGELES — An investigation of Gabrielle Union’s complaints of racism on the set of “America’s Got Talent” concluded that her allegations were unfounded, according to NBC and the show’s producers.

27 May 23:23 KitchenerToday.com 52741010120609099.html
Victim in police encounter had started new life in Minnesota

Before he died after being pinned for minutes beneath a Minneapolis police officer's knee, George Floyd was suffering the same fate as millions of Americans during the coronavirus pandemic: out of work and looking for a new job.

27 May 23:21 KitchenerToday.com 52741009022621984.html
US ends sanctions waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal - Middle East

Pompeo announces he will be ending the sanctions waiver for projects related to the Iranian nuclear agreement, effective in 60 days.

27 May 23:34 Israel National News 5374683668695070936.html
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, under plans approved Wednesday by a city task force.

27 May 23:24 KitchenerToday.com 52741010526098676.html
INTO THE FRAY: A choreographed coup—with the law as a prop - Opeds

It is imperative to restore the judiciary to its duly assigned place in a properly functioning democracy-adjudicating, not legislating.Op-ed

27 May 23:10 Israel National News 5374683669042848507.html
WHO creates foundation to boost funding in coronavirus fight

GENEVA: The World Health Organization announced on Wednesday (May 27) the creation of a foundation to tap new sources of funding that could help ...

27 May 23:57 CNA 5644198862664711220.html
ODM to kick out 9 MPs for working with Ruto

At least 10 legislators to lose their committee membership while two others will be moved to less influential positions

27 May 23:00 The Standard 5587226195681751473.html
Iran changes tack in Iraqi politics after Soleimani assassination

Two diplomats are quietly leading Iran's push to influence politics in Iraq, in a departure from the more blunt enforcement employed by Qassem ...

27 May 23:31 CNA 5644198863304371997.html
Putin says worst case coronavirus scenario in Moscow averted as lockdown unwinds

MOSCOW: President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday (May 27) that Moscow, the epicentre of Russia's coronavirus outbreak, had succeeded in ...

27 May 23:06 CNA 5644198863690985805.html
Trump to sign executive order on social media on Thursday - White House

U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies on Thursday, White House officials said after Trump threatened ...

27 May 23:25 CNA 5644198863708335932.html
‘Too much venom’: Lombardy governor reveals reasons for police escort

The governor of Lombardy, the northern region at the epicentre of Italy's coronavirus outbreak, says he has been given a police escort after growing

27 May 23:38 The New Daily 5848147787249834612.html
Govt spokespersons should acknowledge figures of 2017-18: Jahangir Tareen

Jahangir Tareen said he was the only mill owner who paid full price of sugarcane to farmers

27 May 23:35 Dunya News 5863268918439131475.html
All 3 Detroit automakers had workers test positive for COVID-19 since plants reopened

In the week since U.S. auto factories reopened after coronavirus lockdowns, workers at all three Detroit automakers have tested positive for ...

27 May 23:55 CNA 5644198862784184666.html
Telangana: Denied burial over Covid-19 fear, Muslim man finds place in Hindu graveyard

A Muslim man who died of a heart attack had to be buried in a Hindu graveyard near Hyderabad after mutawallis (caretakers) of six graveyards denied h

27 May 23:07 The Times of India 6060938664482926660.html
In a first, drone used to clear locust swarms in Chomu

India News: In a first, the state agriculture department is using a drone to clear locusts in the state. The first batch of tailor-made drones given by the Union

27 May 23:47 The Times of India 6060938663480349212.html
Trump to sign executive order on social media on Thursday: White House

U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies on Thursday, White House officials said after Trump threatened ...

27 May 23:25 CNA 5644198863383696384.html
BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds

‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.

27 May 23:05 Jersey Evening Post 6141642775376572787.html
Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old

An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.

27 May 23:04 Jersey Evening Post 6141642773479685816.html
Vulnerable people shielding from coronavirus see incomes slide, charity warns

Citizens Advice research revealed 41% of people in the shielded group said they have lost at least 20% of their income since the outbreak began.

27 May 23:04 Jersey Evening Post 6141642775225550255.html
FO condemns commencement of construction at Babri Mosque site

The rising tide of religious bigotry in India is well-documented by human rights organizations

27 May 23:50 Dunya News 5863268918013496421.html
All three Detroit automakers had workers test positive for COVID-19 since plants reopened

In the week since U.S. auto factories reopened after coronavirus lockdowns, workers at all three Detroit automakers have tested positive for ...

27 May 23:55 CNA 5644198863239673217.html
Arsenal Women FC fined 50,000 pounds in discrimination case

LONDON: Arsenal Women FC have been fined 50,000 pounds (US$61,100.00) by the Football Association after being found guilty of discrimination ...

27 May 23:50 CNA 5644198862853551093.html
Rough squall in Kolkata brings back Amphan fears

The Regional Meteorological Centre and Department had warned of a storm earlier.

27 May 23:02 The Hindu 6679535025938174320.html
Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavir

27 May 23:24 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244466673890.html
Khloe Kardashian slams accusations she flouted social distancing rules at reunion

Khloe Kardashian has hit back at fans who took her to task over her children ignoring social distancing rules when the KarJenner family reunited again

27 May 23:50 mirror 675785260753227392.html
NBC, producers say 'America's Got Talent' cleared by probe

LOS ANGELES - An investigation of Gabrielle Union’s complaints of racism on the set of “America’s Got Talent” concluded that her allegations were unfounded,

27 May 23:23 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244740810224.html
Horgan likes idea of NHL playoffs in Vancouver, but won't bend the rules

VICTORIA - British Columbia has entered the longest period in a state of emergency in its history and there's no end in sight, says Premier John Horgan.Horg

27 May 23:54 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245369463774.html
Manohar to step down as ICC chairman

The ICC is set to discuss the process to elect its new chief at its board meeting today.

27 May 23:46 WAtoday 6806590898805668374.html
Lawsuit: Ultra refuses refunds for cancelled music festival

MIAMI - Two men are suing organizers of Ultra Music Festival, claiming they were denied refunds after the the three-day electronic dance music festival in M

27 May 23:23 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245899648228.html
Kenney, Horgan differ on NHL hub takes as league looks for host cities

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney wants the federal government to help clear the way for NHL players to come to Edmonton.His counterpart in British Columbia, Joh

27 May 23:06 iNFOnews.ca 6669504244473578706.html
Coronavirus | 20,000 women from SHGs to be trained in Odisha

Mission Shakti has been started to check community spread of the infection.

27 May 23:25 The Hindu 6679535024502206469.html
SC: Why no free Covid care at private hospitals? | India News

NEW DELHI: Amid reports of spiralling cost of Covid-19 patients’ treatment in private hospitals, the Supreme Court on Wednesday asked … SC: Why no free Covid care at private hospitals? | India News Read More »

27 May 23:46 ISSCNC 6824315491423896412.html
UK PM Johnson to go to Brussels next month for Brexit talks: The Times

Britain's negotiator with the European Union, David Frost, said Johnson will meet the presidents of the European Commission and Council to formally assess the state of the talks, according to the newspaper. Talks on a new pact to cover everything from trade to fisheries to security from 2021 had

27 May 23:42 Yahoo 7097669638976679292.html
SBI summons Poroshenko for questioning in two cases on May 29

The second case concerns his phone talks with the then U.S. Vice President Joe Biden.

27 May 23:59 UNIAN 6863008970538485573.html
ICC Orders PA’s Abbas to Decide — Oslo Accords Dead or Alive?

The entire ICC document, without exception, appears to be an argument in defense of the position of the Palestinian Authority.

27 May 23:47 The Jewish Press 7246030799876749893.html
India under Narendra Modi can’t be threatened: Ravi Shankar Prasad on China face-off | India News

NEW DELHI: Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday said that “no one can threaten Narendra Modi government’’ in … India under Narendra Modi can’t be threatened: Ravi Shankar Prasad on China face-off | India News Read More »

27 May 23:01 ISSCNC 6824315491993571258.html
Navy admiral submits results of probe on virus-infected ship

The Navy's top admiral on Wednesday received the results of an internal investigation into the spread of the coronavirus aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt and the firing of the aircraft carrier's skipper in April. The report is not expected to be made public until decisions are made about potentially

27 May 23:09 Yahoo 7097669637053243071.html
What do you do with a stolen Vincent van Gogh painting?

An art thief reviews the 'copycat' heist of The Parsonage Garden at Nuenen from a Dutch museum on March 30.

27 May 23:43 WAtoday 6806590899779113750.html
B.C. extends state of emergency, prepares for week of potential new cases post economic restart

B.C.’s state of emergency has been extended for another two weeks, making it the longest period that emergency orders have been in place.Premier John

27 May 23:24 iNFOnews.ca 6669504245896292527.html
Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old

An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.

27 May 23:03 Express & Star 7324224458944282296.html
Vulnerable people shielding from coronavirus see incomes slide, charity warns

Citizens Advice research revealed 41% of people in the shielded group said they have lost at least 20% of their income since the outbreak began.

27 May 23:03 Express & Star 7324224460690146735.html
Contact tracing system launched amid mounting Tory anger over Cummings

It will see people with Covid-19 having their contacts traced in a bid to cut off routes of transmission for the virus and control local flare-ups.

27 May 23:09 Express & Star 7324224459924714733.html
White House says Trump will sign an executive order on social media

President Trump will sign an executive order on social media on Thursday, the White House said.

27 May 23:11 Fox News 7362823819928491610.html
BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds

‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.

27 May 23:03 Express & Star 7324224460841169267.html
Furor against UK top aide lingers, could weaken lockdown compliance

Poll shows 2/3 Britons are less likely to follow pandemic rules after Prime Minister’s advisor drove 400km to visit a family farm

27 May 23:33 The Globe and Mail 68426410196032785.html
Inmate with keys stomps head in a shocking night of Malmsbury violence

FIRST on the RUMOUR FILE A prison guard at a youth detention centre has had his head stomped in a shocking outbreak of violence. Police and paramedics were called to the Malmsbury Youth Justice Cen…

27 May 23:05 3AW693 News Talk 7618006914562031472.html
Thiessen rips Obama administration over FISA debacle: FBI abuses have 'damaged a vital institution'

Fox News contributor and Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen said Wednesday that the Obama administration's abuse of law enforcement surveillance tools to undermine President Trump have hurt a "vital institution we need to keep this country safe."

27 May 23:55 Fox News 7362823819566076242.html
MVA works to cushion itself in both houses

Given the fact that many non-NDA state governments have been ambushed by BJPs central leadership, the Maharashtra ruling front has been taking precaution to try and checkmate such moves. Sources say it has also been taking care to sort out divergent views through consultations.

27 May 23:28 The Economic Times 7653256037192854406.html
‘Unbiased’ Department of Education just got caught playing rank politics

“It might be problematic for word to get out that the DOE is encouraging folks to make noise,” wrote anti-testing activist Miriam Nunberg. But word did get out, and “problematic” isn’t

27 May 23:50 New York Post 7654946767665711393.html
Texas AG Ken Paxton: Trump is right and Twitter ‘fact check’ is wrong – mail-in ballot fraud is a real problem

Twitter purported Tuesday to “fact check” two tweets by President Trump in which the president pointed out – accurately – that mail-in ballots present substantial risks of election fraud. I strongly disagree with Twitter.

27 May 23:44 Fox News 7362823820189293981.html
Man arrested in murder of woman found naked in Bronx trash can

A 39-year-old man has been arrested for the murder of a woman who was found naked and stuffed head-first into a Bronx trash can last month, the NYPD announced Wednesday. Khphruan Campbell was arrested

27 May 23:22 New York Post 7654946767761157336.html
Bar Council urges Supreme Court to open physical courts from June 1

In a letter to the CJI, Bar Council of India chairman MK Mishra pointed out that 80% of court work in the Indian judicial system relates to trial courts while the rest comprise appeals, revisions and writ petitions.

27 May 23:29 The Economic Times 7653256037811500257.html
Fake signs warning of murder hornets spotted in Washington

“These signs - as most of the reports suspected [sightings] - are FAKE,” the department posted on Facebook along with a photo of the signs slapped with the official seal of the Washington

27 May 23:33 New York Post 7654946768999279401.html
New York’s no-bail laws claim another horrific victim

She’s in a vegetative state and expected to die in days after a brutal assault and rape — and she’s another victim of the state’s demented bail “reforms”: Her alleged attacker was released

27 May 23:55 New York Post 7654946768798796380.html
Trump says FBI, DOJ probing ‘very sad’ death of George Floyd

President Trump on Wednesday called the death of Minnesota man George Floyd at the hands of white cops there a “very, very sad event” as he revealed an FBI-DOJ probe into the death. The

27 May 23:10 New York Post 7654946769342952964.html
The Irish Times view on Ireland’s peacekeepers: A breakdown in trust

The delayed redeployment of Irish personnel points to a loss of trust between the Department of Defence and the officer class

27 May 23:13 The Irish Times 8204772967589972541.html
Covid-19 Locator Form mandatory for overseas arrivals from today

From today, passengers arriving into Ireland from overseas will be required to complete a Covid-19 Passenger Locator Form.

27 May 23:05 Irishexaminer 8196011179990777299.html
Violent confrontation between deputy, driver in Lynwood caught on video

Disturbing video shows what appears to be a controversial use of force by a Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy entering a vehicle.

27 May 23:59 ABC7 Los Angeles 8300010440538868607.html
Twitter fact-checks China official after Post presses on Trump double standard

Confronted with an apparent double standard in its lack of fact-check warnings on tweets by a Chinese government spokesman versus the hardline it took with President Trump this week, Twitter on

27 May 23:46 New York Post 7654946768332363608.html
UK PM Johnson to go to Brussels next month for Brexit talks: The Times

(Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will resume Brexit talks in Brussels next month, the Times newspaper reported on Thursday.

27 May 23:50 Reuters 8334514181594431614.html
Only 'remote' chance of recertifying Hong Kong autonomy in future, Pompeo says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told the U.S. Congress on Wednesday that China “has shed any pretense” that the people of Hong Kong enjoy the autonomy required by law, in a report certifying his determination that the territory no long warrants special treatment.

27 May 23:13 Reuters 8334514180169139752.html
Trump says Justice Dept. probing death of unarmed black man in Minneapolis

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the Justice Department and the FBI are investigating the case of an unarmed black man who died while in police custody in Minneapolis.

27 May 23:02 Reuters 8334514181372153758.html
300 held as thousands protest over security laws in Hong Kong

Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

27 May 23:36 Bdnews24 8119004129098505328.html
SAARC Psychiatric Federation calls for action to address psychological sufferings amid COVID-19 pandemic

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

27 May 23:44 Rising Kashmir 9025326237872435012.html
Remdesivir Trial of Over 1,000 Patients Shows Drug Speeds Recovery From COVID-19 - Report

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - A report based on partial data from a ten-nation trial of more than 1,000 patients hospitalised with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19)...

27 May 23:18 Sputniknews 967333868549775238.html
Russian Military Names Group Behind Attack on Turkish Patrol in Syria

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Militants of the "Al-Islamad-Turkestani"* group were behind a bomb attack on a Turkish patrol in the Idlib de-escalation zone, in which one Turkish...

27 May 23:44 Sputniknews 967333869102631362.html
US-Canada Team Locates Fuselage of Lost Military Helicopter, Crew Remains

TORONTO (Sputnik) - A joint US-Canadian recovery team has located the remains of Canadian crew members and a piece of the fuselage from a military helicopter lost in...

27 May 23:42 Sputniknews 967333869490917339.html
DAVV pitching for admissions through CET, may hold exam in August

The DAVV is going to go for online CET again this year but this time it is opting for NTA which has reputation of holding online exams successfully.

27 May 23:10 Free Press Journal 9080771787223801934.html
BJP accuses Digvijaya Singh of flouting social distancing norms, party MLA alleges him of helping Jamaatis to spread coronavirus in Bhopal

Congress lashed at the BJP for making unnecessary political issue out of a social service extended to needy people during the lockdown.

27 May 23:00 Free Press Journal 9080771787721516197.html
Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Katie Razzall took the broadcaster's place.

27 May 23:21 The Irish News 993065891684827.html