‘It would be such a shame if Ireland were to lose its beautiful native tongue’

New to the Parish: Jiayi He arrived in Ireland from China (via Canada) in 2017

South William Street mixed-use investment seeks €2.6m

Sale of Dublin 2 restaurant and residential premises will test strength of market

SSLC exam starts on a ‘healthy note’; stuck in TN, one student misses out

Covid is a ripe opportunity to strengthen the public health and social security system

It is not yet too late for India’s response to COVID-19 to recalibrate so that it serves community health and the public good in just this manner.

For Israel’s Future, Adopt the Trump Peace Plan

Tomorrow must include no less than exists today, which is why Israel must implement the U.S. “Peace to Prosperity” plan and apply sovereignty.

Anxiety needs global health attention

Identifying anxiety in those with depression could be key to developing successful programmes for tackling mental health problems in low and middle income countries (LMICs), according to a new study.

Study investigates Atlantic Rainforest regeneration in the state of São Paulo

The same procedure will be extended to the entire Atlantic Rainforest biome, remnants of which are located on the coast of 17 Brazilian states.

Think tank mulls digital accounts

Discus­ses findin­gs of Financ­e and Bankin­g Commit­tee to improv­e liquid­ity, lendin­g

'I am not a man-hater feminist' - The Nation Nigeria

One of Nigeria's literary scholars and researchers at the University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Dr. Razinat Mohammed, is interested in the ...

Future of Europe Conference: Council urged to move now

MEPs want to launch the delayed two-year event in September, which would require a joint position of the three main EU institutions before summer. EU commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is optimistic about reaching an EU Council's position under the Croatian pres...

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.

More Grooming, Hooman! Sweet Golden Retriever is Crazy About Getting Hair Off From Belly Rubs

Almost everyone who loves canines knows their hair might become a major problem, especially those with long and thick fur. But, unfortunately, many dogs hate grooming...

GP referrals drop across Black Country and Staffordshire

Hospitals across the Black Country and Staffordshire recorded a drop in GP referrals during March.

Kia Motors plans micro EV to replace public transport in Europe

Kia Motors’ European subsidiary said Wednesday it plans to launch a micro-size electric vehicle that can replace public transportation amid increased preference for use of private vehicles following the COVID-19 pandemic. “People want to feel safe today. We saw that very clearly from a survey that was done after the coronavirus outbreak in China. People started shifting from public transport to private v...

Working at home: How to make sure you don’t lose your work-life balance

What will the “Work From Home Forever” revolution do to our sanity?

'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.

In crisis times, clear communications deliver

Not just external, businesses must work just on the messaging

‘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

Africa Is Paying Covid-19’s Price In Gold

Over the years, huge mining operations in Africa have generated significant profits for foreign companies. Seeing the potential, the continent’s governments are looking for ways to harness more revenues from the sector in to aid economic development. With coronavirus affecting a lot of industries around the world and nearly crippling economies in its wake, there’s reason to believe that the pandemic will as well mar Africa’s mining, especially the sector of gold. The Ashanti Conundrum AngloGold Ashanti is the third largest gold producer in the world, and the largest in Africa. The company, with 21 operation bases in 4 continents, produced 3.3 Moz and employs 34,263 people in 2019. 2020, however, now proves uncertain for the mining firm as the effects of coronavirus have sent shockwaves throughout the industry.

Resonance drums up help to keep teachers in time with their students

A music institute is lending a room to a drum teacher so his pupils can keep having lessons.

Covid-19: Reopening may be gradual, segmented

Experts say measures need to be put in place to ensure no Covid-19 spike after opening economy.

Sam Boland: Repeal had a hidden cost for volunteers

Two years after the successful campaign to repeal the 8th Amendment, Sam Boland recalls the abuse he and others received from those who opposed the law change.

Elders, Rift MPs differ on how to reconcile Uhuru, Ruto

Myoot elders say fielding two presidential candidates will be detrimental to the community.

Telford friends drop off goodies for isolating families

A group of friends dressed up as famous characters took a royal trip around their neighbourhood to drop off balloons and goody bags for isolating families.

Luanda Leaks: Isabel dos Santos to challenge assets seizure

As part of their investigations, the Angolan and Portuguese courts recently ordered the freezing of its bank accounts and the seizure of some of its assets in both countries.

The end of Europe's Chinese dream

Three developments have led the EU to abandon its goal of closer economic ties.

Cash payments declining as contactless methods become the norm - experts

COVID-19 has accelerated the shift away from cash.

Thailand reports nine new coronavirus cases, no new deaths

BANGKOK, May 27 — Thailand today reported nine new coronavirus infections, bringing its total to 3,054 confirmed cases. There were no new deaths reported. The cases were Thai nationals in quarantine who recently returned from overseas, including two from the United States, one from Qatar and six...

How To Control Your YouTube Addiction

“Just one more video” is my evening mantra at this point. As important as it is to get a good night’s sleep, late-night David always finds it even more important to watch one last, compelling video on YouTube—and maybe one more related video after that. YouTube can be a big time suck, especially during...

COVID-19 in the UK: Military planning and school re-openings

The global COVID-19 pandemic has hit the United Kingdom hard. Collectively England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland now have the highest death toll in Europe, surpassing that of Spain, Italy, and France. The number of reported daily cases and deaths is still significant, as is the load on the healthcare system. As of now, the illness has affected almost 266,000 people in the UK, with over 37,000 deaths so far.

Malaysian police stops car at KL roadblock — to rescue cat trapped in engine compartment on Raya morning (VIDEO)

PETALING JAYA, May 27 – Twitter user @ahmdfaiz12 thought he had committed an offence when he was stopped at a roadblock on Raya morning over the weekend. But it turned out to be a helpless cat that was stuck in the engine compartment of his car which caught the attention of observant police...

Omar: Saudi Arabia and Israel have too much influence on Trump - US & Canada

Minnesota Democrat claims Saudi Arabia and Israel rely in part on money to bring about their preferred outcomes.

Knox County schools resume athletic activity

Practicing all the necessary safety guidelines, Clark Duncan met up with his football Cherokees for the first time in a couple months.

Constables thrash 65-year-old woman, daughters

Police claim women were raising a jhuggi on govt. land; victims allege policemen demanded money

Palestinians need reason to win against occupation

There are multiple challenges of annexation and racism in Palestine

Caveolin binding motif in Na/K-ATPase required for stem cell differentiation in animals

New findings reveal the importance of the Na/K-ATPase protein in stem cell differentiation and organogenesis, in a study led by scientists at Marshall University that involves the scaffolding function of the Na/K-ATPase.

Over two lakh migrants sent back by train: govt.

‘Over 2,500 camps are providing meals’

AB6IX unveil 'Vivid' concept trailer of member Kim Dong Hyun

AB6IX's Kim Dong Hyun is a refreshing, blue-green boyfriend in his individual 'Vivid' concept trailer!Combining the comfy, casual look of a simple …

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

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.

‘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.

Man murdered in Aarey, four detained

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...

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

Diners eager to get back to Red Rock Resort restaurants

Guests were temperature screened on arrival at Summerlin resort; restaurants enact safety measures.

Tight security in Hong Kong ahead of planned protests, strike over national anthem Bill, new security law

HONG KONG (The Straits Times/ANN) - Protesters in Hong Kong tried to block roads and disrupt traffic early Wednesday (May 27) morning but heavy police presence and searches ahead of the second reading of the national anthem Bill have put a dent in their plans. Some drivers tried to disrupt the traffic at the cross-harbour tunnel at about 8.30am by driving slowly but officers intercepted those vehicles concerned and diverted traffic.

L-G reviews COVID-19 situation in city

Anil Baijal advises officials to monitor containment zones

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...

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.

Informa Teams With NuOrder to Digitalize Trade Show Experience

The trade show operator and e-commerce platform will work to bring brands and retailers together.

Texas Lt. Gov. Patrick bashes Twitter, Dems over mail-in voting: 'If they get it, it's the end of democracy'

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick admonished Democrats for pushing mail-in voting Tuesday, telling "The Ingraham Angle" Tuesday that such measures would be "the end of democracy" if they were ever enacted.

Thane Municipal Corporation recruits paramedical staff amid COVID crisis

Reward the nation's medics

It is high time that the government accelerates the disbursement of financial incentives to medical workers, the unsung heroes in our battle against COVID-19. 

Tesla = #1 In Brand Loyalty In Norway & #16 In Customer Satisfaction

By Johnna Crider & Zach Shahan A new study has found that Tesla has the highest brand loyalty in Norway. Additionally, the Norwegian news site Dagens Naeringsliv shared that despite Tesla falling a bit in Norwegian customers' eyes in early 2019 in terms of overall customer satisfaction (a different category from brand loyalty), the company is now

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.

Investigate Gregory Crewdson & Namacheko's FW20 Collaboration

Centered around the photographer's view of troubled suburban America.

3F Oil Palm Agrotech rolls out mobile app for oil palm farmers

3F Oil Palm Agrotech, an oil palm player, has launched 3F Akshaya, an Android mobile app for oil palm farmers. It lets farmers access all services associated with oil palm farming.It also provides inf

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.

Humanitarian, former beauty queen Deborah Henry urges Malaysians not to fear refugee communities

PETALING JAYA, May 27 — People fear what they do not know. And that’s the problem that refugee communities in Malaysia face on a daily basis. Beauty queen and humanitarian Deborah Priya Henry told Malay Mail that it is mainly because of the anxiety some Malaysians feel about refugee...

This Car Wash Service Helps You Disinfect Your Car And Eliminate Up To 99.99% Of Bacteria

It can protect your vehicle for up to one whole month!

The Isle of Eigg and the possibilities of building a new economy

In 1997, the inhabitants of the tiny Hebridean Isle of Eigg finally succeeded in taking collective control of their island. Tensions had been running high for years: everything from the islanders' homes to their jobs to their electricity supply depended on the whims of the wealthy businessman who owned it. Sick of putting up with crumbling buildings while he took rich friends for picnics and jaunts in his Rolls Royce, they launched what today would be called a crowdfunder, and eventually raised enough money to buy him out.

EnergyWare, LLC Extends Thanks to Its Customers

SUNRISE, Fla., May 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- While the country is responding to the coronavirus pandemic, and close to 30 million Americans have fi...

How Sarahi Espinoza Salamanca Turned An Idea To Help Families Pay Rent During COVID-19 Into A $1 Million Fund

The #FirstOfTheMonth Fund was started with a $1 million goal in mind, which would help close the financial rent gap for close to 150 families, and would see the disbursement of funds to those families in need within 48 hours of qualifying for the aid.

Joe Biden's costly golf games

Now that Joe Biden has called out President Trump for playing golf for the first time since early in the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Biden's own golfing dalliances become relevant.

Election rule changes for COVID-19 considered in N.C. House

North Carolina legislators are starting to debate proposed election rule changes this fall so people have wider paths to cast ballots despite COVID-19 health risks.

Court of Appeal Rejects Multichoice’s Appeal on Sale of Locked Set-Top Boxes

Subscription television service providers will no longer lock out competitors from using their set-top boxes to broadcast content, reports The Standard. This is thanks to a judgment that was passed by Court of Appeal judges where they threw out MultiChoice Limited’s appeal which challenged the High Court’s judgment on the sale of locked set-top boxes. Justice […]

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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.

Africa: Confirmed yellow fever case in northern Togo

By NewsDesk  @infectiousdiseasenews The World Health Organization (WHO) reported receiving On 28 April 2020, WHO received information regarding a confirmed yellow fever case in Mango village, Oti district, Savanes region in the northern part of Togo in late April. The case is a 55-year old female with no travel or vaccination history for yellow fever. On …

Uttar Pradesh is setting an example, dealing with pandemic with efficiency, firmness

It will be fascinating to watch how UP fares in general, and Adityanath in particular, in the coming months and years. If the response to the COVID-19 crisis is any barometer, we are in for exciting times.

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.

Coronavirus accelerates shift away from cash

Pandemic encourages more businesses to move to contactless payments

New understanding of RNA movements can be used to treat cancer

Research from Karolinska Institutet published today in Nature shows that an RNA molecule involved in preventing tumour formation can change its structure and thereby control protein production in the cell. The finding can have important clinical implications as it opens for new strategies to treat different types of cancer.

Chase Elliott claims Kyle Busch bounty, takes “spur of the moment” bow with Truck Series win

Chase Elliott finally had a feel-good moment in May, as he won the Truck Series race at Charlotte to claim the $100,000 bounty on Kyle Busch.

Lance Franklin to miss most of the season

Sydney superstar Lance Franklin will miss most of the season. The Swans revealed on Thursday he’d suffered a “decent” hamstring injury. He won’t be able to run for a month. …

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

Registration fee cut for flats costing less than ₹35 lakh

To provide a boost to affordable housing, the State government has decided to reduce registration fee from 5% to 2% for each housing flat that costs less than ₹20 lakh and from 5% to 3% for housing fl

Tripura reports 23 new coronavirus cases

Tripura reports 23 new coronavirus cases: Tripura on Tuesday reported 23 new COVID-19 positive cases.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Kalaburgi district records maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius

Karnataka's Kalaburgi district recorded a maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, as per information provided by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

1ST COVID autopsy series by LSUHealthNO pathologists reveals new cardiopulmonary findings

LSU Health New Orleans pathologists performed the first series of autopsies on African Americans who died from COVID-19 in New Orleans, and their findings provide new and critical information to guide patient management. The findings are published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine.

How a network of hospitals reduced average age at cerebral palsy diagnosis to 9.5 months

Five hospital systems in the United States have become the first in the world to successfully implement, in clinical practice, international CP diagnosis guidelines that were released in 2017. Their efforts, which resulted in an average decrease of 10 months in time-to-diagnosis, demonstrate the practicality and effectiveness of the guidelines for improving age at diagnosis.

What's Coming To Disney+ In June 2020

It looks like June is going to be pretty light month in terms of new Disney+ content. The streaming service has released its list of upcoming programming for the month and it’s pretty short, but there are still a few things worth getting excited about....

Give Ceasefire a Chance

At the end of April, the United Nations Assistance Mission (UNAMA) reported that

It is India's hour to shine, but will it?

If India manages to overcome its long-pending issues around multiple approvals, licenses, permits, an overload of documentation and reporting, then India has a chance to leave an indelible mark on global trade in the coming decade.

Disney theme park, Las Vegas casinos plan reopening; U.S. mourns 100,000 dead

Disney theme park, Las Vegas casinos plan reopening; U.S. mourns 100,000 dead

Jamaica celebrates World Food Safety Day on June 7

JAMAICA will join the rest of the world on June 7 in the second staging of World Food Saf...

India’s GDP growth seen at 1.2% for Q4 Financial Year 2020

Country's GDP is estimated to have grown at 1.2 percent in the last quarter of the previous fiscal as economic activity came to a standstill in the last week of March due to the nationwide lockdown.

China and the attractions of authoritarianism

How the country has been hurt by Covid-19.    

[Newsmaker] Man gets jail for breaking quarantine

The Korea Herald/ANN - A 27-year-old man was sentenced on Tuesday to four months in prison for breaking self-quarantine. It was the first court ruling in a COVID-19 case since the infectious disease control law was toughened last month. It is also the first time a jail term has been handed out in South Korea for a quarantine violation.

Prosecutors arrest Ulsan mayor’s election camp chief

The prosecution arrested Ulsan Mayor Song Cheol-ho’s former election campaign manager over suspicions that he accepted illegal campaign funds from a local used car dealer in 2018. Prosecutors are investigating allegations that the presidential office helped Song, a longtime friend of President Moon Jae-in, win the 2018 mayoral race by pressuring police to investigate his rival to sway public opinion. The Seou...

Venezuela confirms Guaido rival as parliament speaker

Juan Guaido dismisses Luis Parra as 'an accomplice to dictatorship'

Swedish Health Authorities Discourage COVID-19 Hook-Ups, Endorse Sex in Solid Relationships

While the Swedish health authorities initially adopted a laissez-fair approach to the coronavirus epidemic and wouldn't interfere with their compatriots' sex lives...

mCloud Technologies Corp. (MCLDF) CEO Russ McMeekin on Q4 2019 and Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

mCloud Technologies Corp. (OTCQB:MCLDF) Q4 2019 and Q1 2020 Results Conference Call May 26, 2020 05:30 PM ET Company Participants Russ McMeekin - Chief Executiv

Thug caged for setting homeless man on fire in Glasgow

Graham Moffat admitted attempting to murder Mareks Vilkins just before 2am on August 2, 2018, on East Campbell Street.

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

Gujarat worse in handling COVID-19 crisis: Raut

Sena MP bristles at Rane’s demand for President’s Rule in Maharashtra

NFL’s DeAndre Hopkins Appears in Oars + Alps Campaign

The Arizona Cardinals wide receiver talks the campaign, life in quarantine and his birthday plans.

Framework helps clinicians identify serious spinal pathology

Rehabilitation clinicians and other health care professionals now have a framework for assessing and managing people who may have serious spinal pathologies. Detailed in a position statement about red flags for serious spinal injuries and disease, this new guidance for clinical practice was developed for the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT) and published online this month in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy® (JOSPT®).

Canadian study of critically ill patients with COVID-19 found lower death rate

A Canadian case series of all patients with COVID-19 admitted to six intensive care units (ICUs) in Metro Vancouver found patient outcomes were substantially better than reported in other jurisdictions. The paper is published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) https://www.cmaj.ca/content/cmaj/early/2020/05/27/cmaj.200794.full.pdf.

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.

This Video of Mars’ Leaking Atmosphere Could Make Elon Musk Cry

A stunning new NASA animation shows how solar winds are interacting with Mars' magnetosphere to strip away the planet's atmosphere.

48 Years Later NASA’s Apollo 17 Just Found A Moon-Melting Meteorite Of Dinosaur-Killing Size

The formation of ancient rocks on the Moon may be directly linked to large-scale meteorite impacts.

No SpaceX T-shirts for tourists at Cape Canaveral

NASA begged tourists to watch the SpaceX launch online, but space fans are still showing up in Florida. It would have been pretty good news for Brenda Mulberry -- if she'd had some SpaceX T-shirts to sell them.

Covid-19: Kenya cases jump to 1,471 as 123 test positive

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

SpaceX Delays Launch Of Historic Crew Dragon Spacecraft For NASA After Bad Weather

SpaceX and NASA have delayed the launch of the Crew Dragon spacecraft on a historic mission to the ISS, after poor weather finally halted launch preparations.

Stormy Weather May Delay SpaceX’s Historic Launch

SpaceX and NASA may have to scrub their historic launch to the International Space Station this afternoon because of bad weather.

Egypt repatriates 160 stranded nationals from UAE

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

Poor weather delays SpaceX launch at Cape Canaveral

The first launch of NASA astronauts from US soil in almost a decade has been postponed until Saturday afternoon, just a few minutes before the scheduled lift-off. Possible lightning strikes prompted the delay.

Jail for Newbridge man with over 170 convictions who led gardaí on high-speed chase

Thomas Stokes sentenced before Circuit Criminal Court today

AFRL marks 10 years of ramjet development since X-51A test mission

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Aerospace Systems Directorate celebrates the tenth anniversary of the X-51A's longest supersonic combustion ramjet-powered hypersonic flight, May 26, 2020.

Twitter fact checks Donald Trump

Twitter has labelled two tweets from US President, Donal Trump as unsubstantiated and accused him of making false claims on Tuesday. This is for the first time that Twitter has taken such action after resisting for long calls to censure the US President.

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. 

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

Liquidation of companies still the most likely outcome under IBC

January-March quarter of fiscal 2019-20 was quite fruitful for banks in terms of stressed asset resolution and recovery under IBC, with lenders realising 64% of their dues

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

Biggest single-day spike in Jammu with 54 cases

As many as 54 Covid19 cases have been detected in Jammu division on Tuesday, including 29 in Ramban district and 10 in Jammu district. Four positive cases

Lacoste Appoints Robert Aldrich as North American CEO, Pedro Zannoni as Latin American CEO

Pedro Zannoni has been tapped as Latin America region ceo.

Turkey looks to weather coronavirus crisis without IMF support

Erdogan resists taking assistance despite looming balance of payments crunch

Paramedics down to $2/hr

For paramedics stationed at 39 urban and rural communities around British Columbia, the days of being guaranteed more than just $2 per hour for on-call shifts will soon be over.

New evidence for a blood-based biomarker for Alzheimer's disease

Neurofilament light chain (NfL) has great potential as a biomarker for early detection of Alzheimer's disease and could be also useful for monitoring treatment response for that condition.

June's SLAS discovery features the special collection, 'ion channels and relevant drug screening approaches'

In this issue, Guest Editor Veli-Pekka Jaakola, Ph.D., (Confo Therapeutics, Belgium) highlights a series of articles focused on new screening tools and assays that find new chemical matter for medically relevant membrane protein targets

A special elemental magic

The fundamental elements organized by their proton 'magic number'

UK weather: How hot will it get this week?

Here's the latest forecast from the Met Office

Four of ten adults worldwide have functional gastrointestinal disorders

For every ten adults in the world, four suffer from functional gastrointestinal disorders of varying severity. This is shown by a study of more than 73,000 people in 33 countries. University of Gothenburg scientists are among those now presenting these results.

Bullying is common factor in LGBTQ youth suicides, YSPH study finds

Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health have found that death records of LGBTQ youth who died by suicide were substantially more likely to mention bullying as a factor than their non-LGBTQ peers.

Strong convictions can blind us to information that challenges them

When people are highly confident in a decision, they take in information that confirms their decision, but fail to process information which contradicts it, finds a UCL brain imaging study, published in Nature Communications.

Search-and-rescue algorithm identifies hidden'traps' in ocean waters

Researchers at MIT, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), and Virginia Tech have developed a technique that they hope will help first responders quickly zero in on regions of the sea where missing objects or people are likely to be.

Share the World’s Wonders With Atlas Obscura Zoom Backgrounds

Calling into work from the Gates of Hell has never been easier.

Young writers celebrate Children’s Day with five new books

All is set for the online launch of five children’s books as part of activities in celebrating 2020 Children’s Day. The books, Elena in the Woods

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.

Experience with GST holds valuable lessons for One Nation One Ration Card

If done well, One Nation, One Ration Card, could lay the foundation of a truly national and portable benefits system that includes other welfare programmes like LPG subsidy and social pensions.

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.

Quarantined family returns to find house burgled

Items worth Rs 3 lakh allegedly stolen from their Ulhasnagar home

Coronavirus diary – Part 8

I begin with a question. How have COVID-19 impacted women, our mothers and sisters? The answer is here provided albeit succinctly.

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

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?

Covid supports to continue beyond 8 June - Taoiseach

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said the Government is not considering cutting the €350 a week Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP) for someone who was working full time on minimum wage before the Covid-19 emergency.

'Potentially Misleading Information': In a First, Twitter Adds Fact-check Warnings to Trump's Tweets

The label was imposed on two tweets Trump posted on Tuesday claiming that "mail-in ballots will be anything less than substantially fraudulent" and would result in "a rigged election", Xinhua reported. It was the first time Twitter fact-checked Trump's tweets.

World Continues To Reel Under Relentless COVID-19 Attack As Overall Cases Top 5.4 Million, Death Toll Over 3.4 Lakhs: WHO

According to the WHO, the global case tally currently is reported at 5,404,512, a stupendous rise by 99,780 over the past day. The death count worldwide stands at 343,51, a major surge by 1,486.

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

Ministry boosts Khomas agriculture

THE Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry has donated breeding stock to vulnerable communities in Khomas to generate income and ensure food security.

Open spaces can be used against vector-borne diseases, suggests Mumbai Mayor

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 ...

Flickering of cardiac state could provide early warning for onset of atrial fibrillation

Affecting up to 4% of patients older than 65 years, atrial fibrillation ranks among the most common heart conditions. Described by health professionals as an "irregularly irregular" heart rhythm, episodes of atrial fibrillation continue to prove difficult to predict.

Impulse Gaming Becomes Exclusive Retailer For Cyberpunk 2077 On PC In Malaysia

Local video game retailer, Impulse Gaming, has been appointed as the exclusive retailer for all physical copies of CD Projekt Red's upcoming futuristic

PMC health dept reels from medical staff crunch as more than 50% posts not filled

With permanent recruitments stuck at GB level, not many docs want temporary posts; flu OPD staff deployed in maternity ward

Guinness crowns record-holders of isolation as legendary list grows

Usain Bolt ran the 100 meters in 9.58 seconds. Dr. Vikas Saini recently put on 10 socks in an official time of 9.23.

Why some Philosophy courses should be compulsory

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Hindi film on Rohingya genocide in works – Firstpostofindia

Debutant director Haider Khan will show the plight of Rohingya people in an upcoming Hindi film.

NC condoles demise of GM Mir

National Conference President, Farooq Abdullah and Vice President, Omar Abdullah on Tuesday condoles the demise of former block President Anantnag, Ghulam

COVID-19 response: DIFC to gradually reopen businesses from Wednesday

Offices and retail outlets will operate with certain restrictions and health protocols

Few faces, more spaces as B.C. schools to reopen next week

Classroom instruction will be offered on a part-time, voluntary basis for the final month of the school year – the reopening is serving as a trial run to what is expected to be a full return to classrooms in September

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

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 →

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

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.

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’.

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

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.

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.

KPL players welcome government’s plan to cushion them

Most vulnerable players from the KWPL will also benefit from the programme.

Von der Leyen seeks to rally Europe behind ‘next generation’ recovery plan

European Commission president to pitch for a huge increase in spending power

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.

Student critical after blast in former artillery range Tosamaidan

A class-9 student was critically injured when a littered shell exploded in Tosamaidan area of Budgam in Central Kashmir on Tuesday. The boy has been

Ladakh gets 1st COVID19 testing lab

Union Territory of Ladakh on Tuesday got the first COVID19 testing laboratory. Member Parliament, Ladakh Jamyang Tsering Namgyal inaugurated the

Editorial | Imposing Lockdown!

Imposing Lockdown! | This is now the most familiar word through out the world - Lockdown. There are hardly a few things that travel so swiftly through all human societies and

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.

Nurse who led efforts to tackle Edinburgh's 'Trainspotting' HIV explosion dies

Heather Black dedicated her work to supporting those with drug addiction.

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

OpenSSH To Deprecate SHA-1 Logins Due To Security Risk

OpenSSH, the most popular utility for connecting to and managing remote servers, has announced today plans to drop support for its SHA-1 authentication scheme. From a report: The OpenSSH team cited security concerns with the SHA-1 hashing algorithm, currently considered insecure. The algorithm was b...

Between twenty-nine and thirty

I once called a man who we intended to invite as the chief guest on a function. All I needed was his consent before we could formally send him an

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....

Hong Kong 'hard to see' as finance hub if China takes over: White House

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump is "displeased" with China's proposed crackdown in Hong Kong and has doubts over the territory's future as ...

Coronavirus spread 'still accelerating' in Brazil, Peru, Chile: WHO

WASHINGTON, DC: International health authorities expressed concern on Tuesday (May 26) over signs the spread of the new coronavirus is still ...

California Assembly Members Blast Governor’s Budget Proposal

United by disdain for the wholesale cuts plotted in the next budget, a bipartisan mix of California lawmakers on Tuesday ripped Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan to plug the state’s estimated $54 billion pandemic-induced shortfall.

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

Interns at BJ Medical College catch super spreader syndrome

14 interns at Civil test positive, but interns believe that over 50 of them may be carriers of virus; allege 7-day Covid duty raised to 10 and quarantine reduce

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

Coronavirus: Manipur tally goes up to 41 after two more test positive

Of these, 37 are active cases and four persons have fully recovered

Argentina based Fintech Ohana to Launch Digital Wallet to Help Locals Pay for Daily Services via QR Codes, Send Money, Settle Taxes

Argentina-based Fintech firm Ohana (which means “family” in Hawaiian) has revealed that its digital wallet will allow users to pay for everyday goods and se

Gov't steps up pace to have Jamaicans back home

THE Government has announced the broadening of protocols covering the return of Jamaicans...

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

Anthony Fauci as skilled a politician as they come

Anthony Fauci, the director of the National of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and a member of the White House's coronavirus task force, said in a recent Senate panel that when it comes to giving COV

The biggest test of the government will be whether it can prevent a second Covid-19 wave

Can ministers ease the lockdown without a new spike in infections?

Trump, Biden engage in political debate over masks

Biden called Trump a "fool" for his comments about mask wearing.

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…

Editorial Roundup: Florida

Recent editorials from Florida newspapers:

Under Los Angeles Public School Reopening Plan, Students Must Wear Masks All Day

Students should attend on a staggered schedule that makes it possible to limit to 16 the number present in class at one time.

Oman Air takes additional pandemic safety measures

Cabin crew will wear disposable full-body personal protective equipment (PPE) including mask, face shield and gloves over their uniforms…

Wyndham welcomes 11 new-build US properties in first quarter

Over 25 new-build hotels were also signed over the same period, and another ten began construction…

Brian Stelter Denies CNN Tries to Deplatform People

CNN media reporter Brian Stelter claimed Tuesday that his network does not attempt to "deplatform" people.

Scott County man indicted for father's murder

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced a Scott County man was indicted in connection to a July 2019 murder on Gib Griffith Road.

Tennessee woman indicted for murder after son dies of malnutrition, sepsis

A Tennessee woman was arrested and charged with first degree murder in the death of her adult son who had Down syndrome, officials said.

Taibu makes bribery claims

FORMER Zimbabwe national cricket team captain Tatenda Taibu has made startling claims that he was offered money not to stand up for players’ rights during his captaincy. In an interview with ZBC’s Classic 263, Taibu called for change of Zimbabwe Cricket administration. “After seeing all these things that were happening when I became captain, I then made a challenge to the administration and said ‘look, my players are not being paid well’. There was not only one thing that I did mention, some of the cars that were being donated were going to the administrators when they were actually supposed to be going to the players. At the time we didn’t have selectors that knew about international cricket so those were some of the things that I raised. “However, everything was just thrown aside and instead of fixing the problems that I was bringing onto the table, I was now being offered bribes. My money was offered to be doubled. At that time we used to be paid in US dollars for match day fees and in local currency for our…

It’s increasingly clear our tough road ahead has no end in sight

There’s no indication of when businesses will be able to reopen again, and it may be that we are entering the Dark Twenties

How Covid-19 is ruining plans for students to study abroad 

Indian students who bagged admissions to top foreign universities now compelled to delay travel indefinitely and make do with e-classes

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,

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.

Estonia cannot agree to EU Commission rescue plan: finance minister

Estonia cannot agree to EU Commission rescue plan: finance minister

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.

How New Jersey Restaurateurs Are Creating A ZoomTown

New Jersey’s restaurateurs learn to pivot in a pandemic.

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.

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

'BJP can stoop to any level to grab power'

'BJP can stoop to any level to grab power'. 'Time and again, through their actions, often more covert than overt, the BJP has shown that it is a power-hungry party and its hunger isn't getting satiated sitting in the Opposition.'

GHMC takes up desilting works at brisk pace

With monsoon approaching, GHMC has taken up nala desilting works across Hyderabad at a brisk pace.

Forester caught with Rs 2.79L

Vigilance officers on Tuesday caught Angul district’s caught Chhendipada Forest Range Officer Manamohan Swain carrying Rs 2,79,000 collected as illegal gratification from different sources. The officers intercepted him at 6.30 at Mundali bridge on Cuttack city outskirts while he was proceeding

A Dose of Communicative Multilateralism

Authors: Elizabeth Deheza and Srgjan Kerim* The COVID-19 blame game is underway and it has already severely inhibited the implementation of a co-ordinated, multilateral response to fight the coronavirus. When the need is greatest for international cooperation and collective action to confront the most severe global challenge since the Second World War, world leaders are […]

After COVID-19 lockdown, fitness fans reconsider returning to the gym

Like many Canadians, Erin Riediger cancelled her gym membership when the country went into lockdown in March.For the first few days of quarantine, the Winni

No OTT release for Mammootty's 'One', will wait for theatrical release, makers confirm

One starring Mammootty is a film directed by Santosh Vishwanath and sees him in the role of Kerala’s chief minister.

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

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.

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.

Maharashtra to review lockdown situation on May 29

Maharashtra to review lockdown situation on May 29. Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Jayant Patil said, 'On May 29, the government will be holding a meeting to review the lockdown in the state. During this meeting, the decision will be taken on which areas should be given more relaxations. However, there will be no relaxations in the areas where the maximum number of cases are being reported.'

Donald Trump blasts Twitter for flagging his tweets with a fact-check warning

DONALD TRUMP has hit out at Twitter after several of his tweets were flagged with a fact-check warning for the first time. The US president has accused the social media platform of "interfering in the 2020 presidential election" and "completely stifling FREE SPEECH" after warnings were added to two tweets. In the two Tweets, Mr. Trump spoke out against the use of mail-in ballots in the upcoming US election, claiming they were "fraudulent" and warning"mail boxes will be robbed". However, under the posts, a link was added reading: "Get the facts about mail-in ballots". The link that takes users to a Twitter "moments" page offering fact checks and additional news stories related to Mr. Trump's, so far, unsubstantiated claims. Advertisement A “what you need to know” box also features on the page, highlighting three different claims about postal voting previously made by the president and the reasons why they are incorrect. Reacting to the addition of the two fact-heck warnings, Mr. Trump tweeted: "Twitter is now…

Arming officers not NZ's 'style of policing' - Police Commissioner

Police Commissioner Andrew Coster says there would have to be a "very high threshold" for him to change his belief that New Zealand's police should...

De Blasio signs bill capping NYC restaurant delivery-app fees

Mayor Bill de Blasio signed several bills on Tuesday that could temporarily eat into the profits of food-ordering and delivery apps like Grubhub and UberEats.

Florida revenues fall by nearly $900 million amid pandemic

The state of Florida might have lost nearly $900 million in tax revenues in April, as the coronavirus pandemic siphoned away tourist dollars and other revenues from the state’s coffers.

Akshay Kumar’s Film Prithviraj Sets To Be Destroyed Due To Coronavirus Lockdown Crisis!

The on-going coronavirus pandemic has badly affected the Hindi film industry with shooting of many movies being stalled in middle.

Provide Real-Time Data On Availability, Use of HCQ, Health Ministry Tells States, UTs

NEW DELHI: The Union Health Ministry has directed all States and Union Territories (UTs) to update the availability and consumption of hydroxychloroquine or HCQ tablets on the national Covid-19 portal as real-time data. The Ministry said that this will help it to chalk out a further action plan and to provide more HCQ tablets to the States and UTs when it is […]

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.

Deliveroo faces another legal action over an alleged unfair dismissal of deliver rider | ZDNet

The Australian food delivery rider had worked with Deliveroo for three years before his contract was terminated.

Jamie Dimon Hopeful Economy Will Improve In Q3/Q4

Jamie Dimon, CEO of J.P. Morgan Chase, expressed hope that the economy will improve and unemployment will ease in the second half of the year.

Photo of the Day: Stamps mark Taiwan's coronavirus fight

Taiwan's Chunghwa Post releases coronavirus prevention stamps

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. 

SA plans $20.5bn of public works to spur economy - Mashatile

The projects would focus on areas such as railways, ports, energy, information technology, water and sanitation and housing, he added.

Sony/ATV Promotes Peter Brodsky to General Counsel, EVP Business Affairs

Sony/ATV Music Publishing has promoted Peter Brodsky to general counsel to compliment his longtime role as executive vp, business affairs at the Sony Music company.

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'

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.”

Why Trump must suspend temporary worker programs

Immigration is fundamentally a labor issue, and given the employment situation the country needs to rethink the current policy of allowing in very large numbers of foreign workers.

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...

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.

Summer camps in Charlotte preparing for ‘new normal’ this season

Governor Cooper said summer camps can take place, as long as camp directors follow safety guidelines.

Bihar, UP outperform most states, Maharashtra tops with 15.26 lakh MSME registrations

As per data compiled by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Bihar ranked number 3 in MSME registration leaving behind the most populous state of Uttar Pradesh and the industrial states of Gujarat and Karnataka

In pictures | Heatwave adds to nation's miseries

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

Rahul Gandhi speaks to experts Ashish Jha, Johan Giesecke on COVID-19 situation

Rahul Gandhi speaks to experts Ashish Jha, Johan Giesecke on COVID-19 situation: After his interaction with former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan and Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spoke to Professor Ashish Jha, a globally recognised public health professional and Professor Johan Giesecke, the famous Swedish epidemiologist, on the COVID-19 crisis.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Errol Morris Doc on 'High Priest of LSD' Timothy Leary Heads to Showtime

Errol Morris' feature documentary is inspired by "Tripping the Bardo with Timothy Leary: My Psychedelic Love Story" and will debut later this year

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.

SANTELESAMISOK Launches New Entertainment Company, Paving the Way for Independent Artists

SINGAPORE, May 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Known as "SANTELESAMISOK", Ariffin Tahir is a force in the world of marketing and PR. After being motivate...

Zion Williamson Seeks Protective Order, Calls Inquiry Into Duke Eligibility ‘Invasive’ And ‘Irrelevant’

Zion Williamson has asked a Miami court to issue a protective order to block his former agent's inquiry into his past eligibility at Duke and whether he received any improper economic benefits that would negate his status as a student-athlete under a state law he is invoking to void their contract.

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.

Iata appeals for govt financial relief as COVID-19 takes toll on aviation sector

Since government implemented the nationwide lockdown, no airline has been allowed to fly locally or internationally.

Environmentalists lose bid to halt uranium mine in Arizona

A federal judge has ruled against environmental groups and a tribe in their bid to keep a uranium mine south of the Grand Canyon from operating.

How failure to embrace the cloud could be the end of Wall Street as we know it

If you work in the financial services industry, you’re forgiven if you’re suffering from a bit of cloud fatigue. The rise of cloud technology and its implications have been hot topics on Wall Street for years now, and rightly so – the benefits are immense and will inform the digital strategy of countless firms in the years to come.

Atlanta church offering free coronavirus tests for 1 day in June

An Atlanta church is offering free coronavirus testing and is handing out free masks to anyone who receives a test. 

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.

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

Aussies are heading back to shopping centres in high numbers as coronavirus restrictions start to ease, according to new data

More people are heading into shopping centres as coronavirus restrictions ease in Australia.

West Virginia mail carrier changed Democratic ballot requests to Republican ones 'as a joke': Prosecutors

A mail carrier in West Virginia has been charged with attempting to defraud an election after authorities say he switched Democratic absentee ballot requests to Republican ones.

CNN mocked for claiming women are 'bearing the brunt' of pandemic

CNN raised eyebrows on Monday over a report depicting women as "bearing the brunt" of the coronavirus pandemic. 

Schools with the most first-round Draft picks

MLB Draft prospects can come from many places. There are top picks from high schools, junior colleges and four-year universities big and small. But it should be no surprise that certain schools have established themselves as powerhouses when it comes to producing first-round picks. And of course, most of those

Gastonia venue operator wants clarification regarding reopening for event spaces

A venue operator in Gastonia wants clarification from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper regarding the reopening of event spaces in the state.

Social distancing 101: Safe Work issues guidance for ECEC about implementation

Following the announcement earlier in the week by the AHPPC that social distancing and venue density guidelines are “not appropriate or practical” in early childhood education and care (ECEC) sites, Safe Work Australia has issued some guidance, specific to early childhood, which may support those in the sector to have a clearer understanding of how measures for adults in the service may be implemented.

EU Has Bigger Problems to Worry About Than Gridlock Over Brexit

(Bloomberg) — When Boris Johnson boasted last year he’d got “Brexit done,” weary European governments were only too happy to go along with it.

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...

RSCC planning four satellites to cover Russia’s Far North

Yuri Prokhorov, RSCC’s chief executive, said the company wants to have the satellites in orbit in 2024 to provide Ku-band coverage to Russia’s Far North.

UP's move against workers

The observations of Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday about the problems by the workers, who move out of the state to earn their livelihoods, do not go down well in the interest of those, the government wants to serve. It is all the more unfortunate that instead of protecting their interests across India of workers hailing from the biggest state of the country, the government will be harming their future prospects. His announcement that a 'Migration Commission' will be formed to help the workers, who have returned to UP amid lockdown from other parts of the country is unlikely to serve the purpose. The Commission proposed task to find ways and means for guaranteed social security to workers, provide them employment as per their skills appears to be an admission by him that it does not have these provisions for its own people. Yogi Adityanath's criticism of other states for not taking care of workers from UP during the lockdown is likely to face a backlash. There is no denying that fact that…

Halsey Reveals She Fractured Her Ankle While Loading Her Dishwasher In Quarantine — Watch

Halsey reveals she fractured her ankle while loading her dishwasher in quarantine. Watch video of her explanation here.

Presses start rolling as weekly newspapers prepare to publish again

THE Mourne Observer will be available again in newsagents' shops this morning, heralding a return to the shelves of a number of weekly newspapers which were temporarily shut during the coronavirus pandemic.

Hong Kong police arrest hundreds and fire pepper balls at protesters

Scores stopped and searched as lawmakers debate proposed law on Chinese national anthem

The epic battle against coronavirus misinformation and conspiracy theories

Analysts are tracking false rumours about COVID-19 in hopes of curbing their spread.

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.

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

The book you need if you want to understand China right now

As China-US relations deteriorate, a new book argues Washington and its allies should engage with Beijing instead of provoking it.

S. Korean duty-free operators grapple with pandemic-caused biz slump

South Korean duty-free shops are struggling to cope with an industry-wide slump as flight suspensions and a subsequent fall in the number of customers have severely dented their sales amid the new coronavirus pandemic. With no imminent signs of business turnaround, duty-free operators have called for support measures from the government, including an additional cut in airport rental fee. Duty-free stores saw their ...

Malaysia reports 15 new coronavirus cases with no new deaths

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Malaysian health authorities on Wednesday reported 15 new coronavirus cases, raising the cumulative total to 7,619 cases.

Faith community made huge contribution in fighting COVID-19 - Ramaphosa

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

The ship aground

A new poem from Erica Wagner.

Searching for son, Gujarat woman stranded in Dehradun for 2 months

Goraji said she gets free food and medicines, and doctors inquire about her health, but she does not know why she is not allowed to go out.

Doosan likely to finalize self-rescue package next month

South Korea's cash-strapped Doosan Group is likely to finalize its self-rescue plan next month, as creditors have yet to vet the books of the group's affiliates, industry sources said Wednesday. The country's 15th-largest conglomerate last month submitted to creditors, including the Korea Development Bank (KDB) and the Export-Import Bank of Korea (Eximbank), a plan to sell shares and non-core assets in a bid to secu...

First Mutual Life records investment loss

FIRST Mutual Life Holdings Limited has recorded an investment loss amounting to $392,8 million in the full year ended December 31, 2019 due to a decrease in value of equities listed on the stock exchange. In a statement accompanying financial results for the period under review, the group indicated that its total assets also declined by two percent compared to December 31, 2018. “The group had an investment loss of $392,8 million for the period under review compared to investment income of $207 million in 2018. “The loss was driven by decline in value on ZSE (Zimbabwe Stock Exchange) listed equities as the market index grew at a slower rate than inflation,” said the group. It attributed the decline in total assets to the loss of value on listed equities, the Zimbabwe dollar denominated bank balances and accounts receivables.

Trump Administration OKs Drilling in California’s Largest Grassland

The Trump administration announced plans to allow oil and gas development on a national monument that is home to endangered species and unspoiled wilderness stashed in between the most populous parts of the state.

Drugs, cash and cars seized in raids targeting South East Antrim UDA

DRUGS, cars and cash were seized during police raids targeting the South East Antrim UDA in Co Down yesterday.

Karnataka: Woman sells 5-day-old baby boy for Rs 5,000 in Davanagere

A woman allegedly sold her five-day-old baby boy to two siblings from Davanagere for Rs 5,000 on Tuesday in connivance with a hospital employee, acco

Work to demolish fire-damaged hotel starts this week

A Canterbury hotel that was completely gutted by fire on Christmas Eve is set to be demolished to make way for a new pub. Kirwee Tavern licensee...

Holiday deals hoping to encourage domestic tourism

Cut-price campervan deals are encouraging Kiwis to holiday at home - but hotels, motels and restaurants are not seeing much movement ahead of the...

Dozens of homes get the green light in €13m project in Monasterevin

Kildare County Council has granted permission for 69 new homes in Monasterevin. Developers Masonbrook Holdings Limited is building the two storey houses as part of the Ferns Bridge residential area.&n...

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

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check labels to Trump tweets on voting fraud

Site tells users to ‘get the facts about mail-in ballots’ on tweet claiming California’s mailed votes likely to be ‘substantially fraudulent.’

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.

COVID-19, Agric-business and food security - The Nation Nigeria

It was Martin Luther King. Jr. who famously declared that; "we are now faced with the fact that tomorrow is today. We are confronted with the fierce

Covid-19 package — World and India

Thomas Carlyle called economics “a dismal science”. Multiple opinion production by dismal economic scientists continued into the 21st century.

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.

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.

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

Editorial Roundup: US

Excerpts from recent editorials in the United States and abroad:

Twitter CEO donates another $10mn towards Covid-19 efforts

Twitter and Square CEO Jack Dorsey has donated $10 million to Project 100 which will give $1,000 in cash to 10,000 families

Temperatures expected to increase from Thursday in Gauteng

The cold front left a sprinkling of snow in the Western Cape and temperatures in Johannesburg on Wednesday morning had dipped to zero.

Simians get a helping hand

Animals on streets have been starving in tourist spots due to the lockdown As part of the tour to the scenic sites, tourists normally feed monkeys on the way.

Minister Aslam Shaikh allotted Darades’ Malabar Hill bungalow

Sea-facing house was allotted to IAS officer Pravin Darade when he was secretary to Fadnavis; despite BMC notices, he refused to vacate it

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 .

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

WHO praises China for 'very consistent message' of 'openness' in virus investigation

A top World Health Organization official offered praise for China’s “openness” during its effort to understand how the coronavirus pandemic began.

Fallout 76 Intestine Shortage Delays Big Masked-Parade Event

Fallout 76’s much anticipated Fasnacht Parade went live yesterday, but not for long. It was quickly taken offline after players discovered a bug that made it too hard to complete the event’s requirements. It’s the latest piece of Fallout 76 content to be derailed by a slew of recent technical problems....

No COVID-19 death in Benue, says Commissioner

No COVID-19 related death has been recorded in Benue State, Health Commissioner Dr Sunday Ongbabo has said. Ongbabo said this on Tuesday,

Connect First Credit Union appoints former ATB exec as new COO

Canada’s Connect First Credit Union has announced the appointment of Wellington Holbrook as its chief operating officer.

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.

What's Next for Global Citizen's COVID-19 Efforts After Success of 'One World'?

One World is hardly the final word from Global Citizen regarding COVID-19 relief.

What You Can and Can’t Do in Melbourne When Lockdown Restrictions Ease Next Week

Starting June 1, life in the city will feel a bit freer. Small house-parties and overnight stays are back; you can go to the drive-in, a gallery or a museum; you can even travel for a holiday. Here’s what else you can do when the clock ticks over.

UP reports fresh COVID-19 fatality; toll reaches 178

One more person died of coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, taking the toll in the state to 178, an official said. The state also reported 275 fresh COVID-19 cases, Principal Secretary Amit Mohan Prasad said. The coronavirus cases in the state have touched 6,823. Prasad said 3,855

Brazil Counts Almost Twice As Many Daily Covid-19 Deaths As The U.S.

On Tuesday, the virus claimed more than 1,000 lives in Brazil.

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 

Company completes 1st overland fiber-optic cable from Alaska

An Alaska company has completed construction of the first overland fiber-optic cable connecting the state to the continental U.S.

Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane: Lack of distancing in Old Town Scottsdale 'disturbing'

Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane says images of crowding at several bars and clubs in Old Town Scottsdale over the holiday weekend is “disturbing” and says it shows a lack of common sense and responsibility.

Shiv Sena MLA Pratap Sarnaik seeks ACB probe into MBMC’s inflated tender

Another Corona patient dies, death toll reaches 24 in J&K

JAMMU, May 26: A 90-year-old man from South Kashmir's Kulgam district died due to COVID-19 at SKIMS on Tuesday, thus taking the total death toll due to virus in Jammu and Kashmir to 24. However, 4 pregnant women, Army Lt, BSF inspector, 2 CRPF jawans among 91 test positive for Coronavirus in Jammu division on Tuesday, taking the overall number of cases to 1759. However sources said that at least one case might be a repeat and would be clarified shortly. Also, they said, more cases may be added up particularly from private labs. Among the cases, they said, 54 are of them are from Jammu and remaining from Kashmir division. Dr. Salim Khan, nodal officer for COVID-19 at the Government Medical College Srinagar told that out of the 590 samples tested at microbiology laboratory at CD hospital here, 25 returned positive for the virus and nine of them were repeat (of previous patients).Principal SKIMS Medical College, Bemina, Dr Riyaz Untoo, told that out of 471 samples tested, 19 retuned positive and include 12 from…

San Francisco Mayor Dodges Suit Over Removal of ‘Racist’ Billboards

San Francisco Mayor London Breed cannot be sued for allegedly pressuring advertising firms to pull a political rival’s billboards that were denounced as racist by the mayor and several other elected officials, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.

“Marianne” Creator Directing ‘Cobweb’ for Lionsgate!

One of the best things in horror over the past year is the French “Marianne,” a series Meagan Navarro called “Netflix’s most terrifying original yet.” Created and directed by Samuel Bodin, the filmmaker has been attached to helm the horror-thriller Cobweb for Lionsgate, Bloody Disgusting just learned. “Cobweb tells the story of a boy whose […]

KP residents protest as cops nix vehicle use

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

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.

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...

'Mr. Belvedere' cast members to hold Zoom reunion, with questions from fans, for fundraiser

The cast members from the hit 1980s sitcom "Mr. Belvedere" plan to reunite via Zoom to lift spirits, chat with fans and raise contributions for the Actors Fund.

MLB salary proposal: Explaining the controversial pay cuts owners want players to accept

As MLB tries to figure out a return to action, owners are asking a lot of players.

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…

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.

Smokies nonprofit to hold virtual firefly event on YouTube

The annual lottery to see the synchronous fireflies of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park may be canceled this year due to the coronavirus, but a Smokies-based nonprofit will be offering a virtual

Bodies in corridor, not enough beds: Scenes from Mumbai's Covid-19 facility

Bodies in corridor, not enough beds: Scenes from Mumbai's Covid-19 facility. 'Only 27 bodies can be kept in the KEM mortuary. But, all slots are filled with COVID-19 victims' bodies and other bodies have been kept in the corridor. There are some 15 bodies kept on stretchers on both sides of the corridor that leads to the second floor where the testing laboratory is located,' KEM staffers' union leader Santosh Dhuri said. 'Workers need protection kits and assurance of financial support in case of falling sick. These issues are not satisfactorily addressed by the BMC and the state government despite several reminders and agitations,' he said.

Ralph Northam and his banana republic face mask mandate

Gov. Ralph Northam issued an order from his governor's mansion in Virginia requiring individuals to wear face masks as a condition of entering any enclosed space. But boy, what a monkey-like, banana r

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).

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.

Big Brother Australia announces massive twist for new season

It’s been six long years since Big Brother Australia graced our TV screens, but the wait for the show’s much-anticipated return is almost over. In just two weeks time, a whole new cast of housemates…

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.

Exodus of workers from Mumbai leads to spike in rural areas

70% to 80% of new patients in rural areas have returned from urban centres such as Mumbai

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.

New York jiu-jitsu studio owner plans to defy Cuomo, open Wednesday: 'Time to start making things happen'

An upstate New York jiu-jitsu studio owner told "Tucker Carlson Tonight" Tuesday he plans to open for business Wednesday in defiance of Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo's coronavirus shutdown order.

It's not a scam: Watch for stimulus debit cards in the mail

The Treasury Department has mailed nearly 4 million economic impact payments to Americans via a prepaid debit card.

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.

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

Wonderla FY20 net profit up 17%

Amusement park operator Wonderla Holidays reported a net profit of Rs 64.78 crore for the financial year ended March 31, 2020,

DA demands details on UIF’s COVID-19 relief payments

The party’s Michael Cardo said the UIF was failing to pay through the employee relief scheme and its website was constantly offline.

China at it, again

Unusual aggression in Ladakh, the worst since Doklam, shows our neighbour is bent on arm twisting us in a post-pandemic world China is becoming as vindictive as the US in getting its way with the world or countries that are dependent on its still viable factory floors. And it has chosen to get

'China must know Indians are no pushovers'

'China must know Indians are no pushovers'. 'We will not accept these misadventures by the Chinese.'

Raja Risalu, a folk play, was presented by Department of Culture on YouTube channel

A folk play Raja Risalu was presented by Department of Culture on YouTube channel. The play was presented unde the online presentation initiative by culture department. The play was directed by Pandit Omprakash Sharma. It is to be noted that in view of the worldwide crisis of Coronavirus, a

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.

Arogya Sanjeevani: Low-cost insurance, but a regular health cover works better

Existing health insurance plans offer far more features and benefits, but come with higher premiums

Ex-Florida deputy indicted on federal underage sex charges

A former Florida deputy accused of having sex with a 15-year-old girl has been indicted on federal charges, authorities said.

You can now apply for government’s relief fund for May – but don’t make these mistakes

The Department of Employment and Labour says the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) has to date paid in excess of R15 billion to beneficiaries – marking a historic first in terms of a lump sum paid out by the fund within five weeks.

Congress attacks Kerala CM over decision to ask people to bear expenses for institutional quarantine facilities

Congress attacks Kerala CM over decision to ask people to bear expenses for institutional quarantine facilities: Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram, Shashi Tharoor, hit out at Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on his government's decision to ask people to pay for institutional quarantine facilities in Kerala, terming the move a

Radical steps for protection of migrant labour; best way to push demand and employment opportunities

Our capitalist-feudal system views labour as a factor of production and not human beings.

Unknown archeological find shuts down work on a Kelowna lakefront walkway

Work on a long-sought pathway along Okanagan Lake began in February but only lasted a week.The plan was to connect Kelowna’s Strathcona Park with Roya

Alabama Secretary of State Shreds CNN Host for Saying Absentee Ballot Voter Fraud Doesn't Exist

Boom.

USD/IDR Price News: Indonesian rupiah struggles to justify break of monthly support line

Having benefited from the break of monthly resistance line the previous day, USD/IDR seesaws around 14,755 during Wednesday’s Asian session. Other tha

The Sector Back From the Grave

While the S&P has been soaring, there's one sector (other than tech) that's crushing it ... and you probably haven't been paying it any attention.

Petronas eyeing India's ACME Solar assets worth Rs 450-500 crore: Report

Petronas will likely conduct the deal worth Rs 450-500 crore through its Indian arm Amplus Energy Solutions

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.

Biden can keep his 'repairs'

During a campaign stop in St. Louis before the coronavirus mercifully put him in lockdown, presumptive Democratic presidential contender Joe Biden bragged,

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.

Irish community in Britain disproportionately affected by coronavirus, national body claims

THE Irish community across Britain has been disproportionately affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a national body representing its interests. Factors such as the ageing demographic of the Irish population – which has the oldest median age of any minority ethnic group in Britain – and the number of its members who work in the NHS or other frontline settings have seen the community “truly represented” on both sides of the coronavirus crisis, the head of the Irish in Britain (IIB) organisation told The Irish Post this week. Reflecting on 10 weeks of lockdown that has seen the many older people among the Irish population across Britain forced to self-isolate in order to shield themselves from the virus, IIB CEO Brian Dalton claims the community has many to mourn but also much to celebrate as we look to a future which will be unrecognisable for a community “defined by its impulse to come together”. “Our work at Irish in Britain has always advocated for reform to address the health inequalities within…

Why Buhari Will Not Intervene In Pantami And Dabiri-Erewa Face off —Odumakin

Recall that Dabiri-Erewa revealed in an interview how gunmen chased the commission’s staff from office on the orders of Pantami.

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.

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

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.

Letter from the edge

"When you're weary, wary and worn"     Crisis, whether personal or societal, has a way of bringing out the best and the worst in people.

How Kutesa plotted Kavuya family return

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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.

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.

220KV sub-station catches fire after lightning strike in Nalgonda

Nalgonda: A 220 KV sub-station located near a private company at Narketpally in the district caught fire in a lightning strike.

Americans want China to pay for COVID-19 pandemic

With more than 90,000 dead and nearly 1.5 million sick, the American people have decisively judged the country that created this crisis: Communist China.

Woman walking dog threatened with Stanley knife by man

Kildare Gardaí are investigating after a woman walking her dog was threatened with a Stanley knife.  The incident happened in Castletown Estate yesterday afternoon at 4.08pm. The victim's ...

Eskom sees lower risk of power cuts during winter

Eskom expects only 3 days of stage one power cuts, where up to 1,000 megawatts is taken off the national grid, during the winter period when demand increases, the chief executive officer said on Wednesday.

DA to push for further use of virtual platforms by Parliament

The first virtual question and answer session in the National Assembly would be held on Wednesday since the country went into lockdown in March.

Latin America now epicentre of global COVID-19 outbreak

The global death toll from the coronavirus pandemic has now passed 350,000 with more than 5.6 million people have been infected.

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.

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

UN experts call on governments to protect rights of migrants during pandemic

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."

Trudeau to co-host United Nations meeting as vote for Security Council seat nears

Canada is seeking one of 10 rotating, non-permanent seats in 2021-22 on the UN’s most powerful branch, which has responsibility for maintaining international peace and security

South Korean cafe uses robotic baristas to comply with social distancing

A cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is using robots to prepare drinks and deliver them to customers.

A passage to Karnataka

If you want to go trekking, a safe option would be to go on guided trekking tours offered by the forest department. Guided tours mean that safe destinations will be chosen and there will be a cap on the number of visitors and physical distancing rules will be followed ­

Drivers on leave, commuters wait

Passengers were seen waiting for hours to board BMTC buses With about 6000 bus drivers and conductors yet to report to duty, there’s a severe shortage of manpower in the Bangalore Metropolitan Transpo.

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.

McDonald's to re-open Dundalk drive thru next week - Talk of the Town

McDonald’s in Dundalk will re-open next week. The company announced this morning that all its drive-thrus would re-open by Thursday June 4th. The fast food chain opened six restaurants in Dublin last Wednesday and are now ready to move forward with the rest of Ireland with openings to take place between Tuesday and Thursday of...Read More→

Canada Learning Code has a digital literacy goal amid the pandemic

The Canada Learning Code organization transition to online learning has motivated it to deliver 10 million learning experiences by 2027.

Live Coronavirus Updates: Fatality Rate Reduced To 2.87%, Lowest In World, Says Health Ministry

The Health Ministry said the COVID-19 fatality rate in India is 2.87 per cent, the lowest among countries badly hit by the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Warning of second wave in north and 'more lives lost' despite no new Covid-19 deaths

NORTHERN Ireland has recorded no new Covid-19 deaths for the first time since the pandemic took hold - but health minister Robin Swann warned about a second wave and "more lives lost".

Co Tyrone mother (21) who tried to take own life speaks out about mental health

A young Co Tyrone mother has spoken out about her mental health struggles in a bid to break down stigmas and help others.

TESTING STILL BELOW 1 LAKH A DAY

NEW DELHI, May 26: The Health Ministry is vowing to hike up the COVID-19 testing to two lakh a day in views of the spike in the disease but it is still less than 1 lakh as 92,528 were tested in the past 24 hours and those found infected with the virus were 6535 which shows the highest spike of 7.06% that otherwise fluctuated between 4 and 5%.Total number of confirmed cases registered in India since March rose to 1,45,380 though those still in hospitals under treatment were 80,722 as 60,491 have so far recovered and another 4167 died due to COVID-19.As many as 146 persons died in the past 24 hours while those recovering accounted for 2670, but that saw the recovery rate going up slightly to 41.61 against 41.57 on Monday.Maharashtra continues to be the most infected with the latest tally of confirmed cases being 52,667 and the highest death toll of 1695, though it also reported recovery of 15,786. The second highest confirmed cases are 17,082 in Tamil Nadu, followed by 14460 in Gujarat and 14053 in Delhi. In terms…

House GOP Sues Nancy Pelosi over Proxy Voting Scheme

Kevin McCarthy, 20 GOP lawmakers, and four congressional constituents have filed a lawsuit against Nancy Pelosi's proxy voting scheme.

C’garh notifies 95 containment zones

Amid a spike in Covid-19 positive cases in Chhattisgarh, the Family and Health Welfare Department has notified 95 containment zones and issued a new list of Red, Orange and Green zones across the state. The zones have been declared in line with the guidelines and protocol of the Union Health and

Alternative endeavors for educated youth

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

Suryapet reports first corona death

Suryapet: Suryapet reported its first corona death on Wednesday when a four-month-old baby boy succumbed to the virus.

Annoying Security Line At Charlotte Airport Is Maybe A Good Sign For American Airlines

A video of a long security line at Charlotte Douglas was posted on Twitter Monday. On the negative side, the line recalled all the inconveniences of packed airports. On the plus side, same thing.

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

Retired IAS officer Umapathi Rao passes away

Retired IAS officer and first executive officer of TTD Kamineni Umapathi Rao (92) died on Wednesday in Hyderabad following illness.

Hollister Urban Area's Alternative Approach to Meeting Growing Drinking Water Demand

Thursday, June 25 | 12 p.m. ET/ 11 a.m. CT Facing an increasing demand on Drinking Water versus groundwater, the San Benito County Water District, in a joint

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

Startling Figures Reveal Extent Of Government Support For Beleaguered Economy

Figures from the government confirm it is backing loans and other support mechanisms worth tens of billions to the UK economy

Canada Opens Door To International Students While U.S. Shuts It

Canada’s government is showing great flexibility toward international students while the Trump administration plans new restrictions.

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.

U.S. couple waits 2 1/2 months in lockdown to visit Pompeii | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

POMPEII, Italy >> An American couple waited a lifetime plus 2 1/2 months to visit the ancient ruins of Pompeii together.

Can Humanism Survive the Onslaught of Hate?

"In another incidence one worker, who had a differently-abled child, took the bicycle of another person, leaving a touching letter of apology, saying that he was helpless as he has to travel with his children and there is no other means. Many a people reported it as a theft of the bicycle while the owner of the bicycle, Prabhu Dayal took it in a stride."Lately when India is undergoing the massive crisis of the Corona epidemic and the offshoots of its mishandling, we have also seen the pandemic being used to demonise a particular community in India. These hate mongers, operating through powerful medium of TV, and widespread social media which also has resorted to Fake news has intensified the Hate against religious minority. In this vast phenomenon, it seemed that all is lost as far as amity between people of different religions is concerned. Despite this broad generalisation one feels happy when one comes to know of few incidents where religious communities come forward to help each other.The most touching such…

Book reviews: New reads from Lily King, John Grisham, Shubhangi Swarup, Rutger Bregman and Nicola Skinner

FICTION :: Writers & Lovers by Lily King is published in hardback by Picador, priced £14.

Chinese Consulate put pressure on Belfast council to pull Tiananmen Square exhibition photo

THE Chinese Consulate in south Belfast put pressure on the city council to remove an image of Tiananmen Square from a public art exhibition.

Co Down mother-of-five sews 700 face masks and 70 sets of scrubs - while recovering from brain surgery

A Co Down woman has sewn more than 700 face masks and 70 sets of scrubs for frontline healthcare workers - while recovering from brain surgery.

Water restrictions lifted in Waihi, Waikino

Residents are still urged to save water where they can.

Russian Fighters Intercept U.S. Aircraft, Risk Midair Collision, U.S. Navy Says

Two Russian Su-35 fighter jets flew in an unsafe and unprofessional manner while intercepting a U.S. Navy P-8A maritime patrol aircraft over international waters in the Eastern Mediterranean, the U.S. Navy said.

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

Exploring the use of 'stretchable' words in social media

An investigation of Twitter messages reveals new insights and tools for studying how people use stretched words, such as 'duuuuude,' 'heyyyyy,' or 'noooooooo.'

Covid-19 wrap | Brazil leads daily virus deaths, Montenegro first corona-free European country

Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

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...

Situation at India border 'overall stable, controllable': China

Situation at India border 'overall stable, controllable': China. Foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian, during a media briefing in Beijing, said that China's position on the border related issues is clear and consistent. 'We have been following the important consensus reached by the two leaders and strictly observing the agreements between the two countries,' he said, apparently referring to the directions of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi after their two informal summits, asking the militaries of the two countries to take more confidence building measures to maintain peace and tranquillity along the borders.

Six Fallacies That Will Stall Covid-19 Recovery

Full recovery from Covid-19 will take time, especially with a looming second wave of infections. Nature will not relent. Leaders hoping to reduce the devastation can control only the human response, which starts with strategy. Here are six fallacies to avoid.

How Corporations Make Pandemics Deadlier

Lethal new diseases are springing up at alarming rates, and modern globalized capitalism is behind it.

Horror as charity rescues dog 'savagely beaten by group of youths' in Limerick

THERE HAS been an outpouring of horror and fury after an animal charity shared the story of a little dog they had rescued from a suburb in Limerick. Limerick Animal Welfare, a local animal charity which often shares both sad and uplifting stories of the animals they take into their care, shocked followers with the story of gorgeous little dog who had been viciously attacked by a gang of youths. The dog, who the charity have named Emma, was rescued from an estate near the city centre after Gardaí received reports of the pup being brutally attacked. Gardaí attended the scene and seized the seriously injured dog before taking her to the care of Limerick Animal Welfare, who were horrified at the condition she was in. Advertisement Emma was rescued and is now safe in the hands of Limerick Animal Welfare, but has a long road to recovery. (LAW) Taking to Facebook, LAW shared her story with an appeal for funding to get Emma the help she needs. "This poor little dog was savagely beaten by a group of youths in a suburb…

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...

Time for return to normality

Is it time to move to Level 1, asks  Richard Macknight. New Zealand has set out to save lives and our economy by setting out to eliminate Covid-19...

Adani Ports & SEZ raises Rs 500 crore through allotment of NCDs

It allotted 5,000 non-convertible debentures (NCDs) of the face value of Rs 10 lakh each, the company said in a BSE filing.

The Joint Commission To Resume Hospital Inspections After Pandemic Hiatus

The Joint Commission, accreditor of thousands of U. S. healthcare facilities is set to resume its surveys in June as hospitals and health systems re-open to visitors and begin to return hospital operations to a new normal.

'Far too long': NZ should be at level 1, says Winston

New Zealand has been in lockdown for "far too long" and needs to be at level 1 now with a transtasman bubble already operating, says Deputy Prime...

'Far too long': NZ should be at level 1, says Winston

New Zealand has been in lockdown for "far too long" and needs to be at level 1 now with a transtasman bubble already operating, says Deputy Prime...

All the Musicians Who Have Spoken Out About Having Coronavirus

With the confirmed cases of the coronavirus in the United States rising each day, musicians aren't staying quiet about their diagnoses. Here's what they're saying.

5 Ways The Pandemic Will Change The Future Of Tours

The coronavirus pandemic will change the future of tours and activities as companies figure out how to protect the health of their clients and restore their confidence.

Big Mac is back in Kildare: McDonalds outlets to re-open in Naas and Newbridge next week

Long queues are expected as McDonalds Drive Thru restaurants in Newbridge and Naas will be reopening next week.  The Drive Thru facilities at 51 restaurants will reopen and the 'McDelivery' deliv...

Gardai Thwart Brazilian Assassin Gang In Deepest Offaly

For a town of 3,500 people, Clara, Co Offaly has witnessed its shared of historical events of the years. Just 10 months ago, the town welcomed the Claret Jug to its st...

MAGIC IN THE MUNDANE

A digital archive highlights the importance of documenting popular South Asian visual culture

After colleague’s death, Thane EPFO staff blame management apathy

Say they were made to attend office in a building located in a Covid-19 hotspot without precautions

Industries now eye local villages for manpower

Labour contractors are recruiting youths from hamlets around MIDC areas in full swing, whether skilled, semi-skilled or unskilled; units desperately wooing work

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.

‘RHOA’s Kandi Burruss Reveals Why She Thinks NeNe Leakes Really Left The Reunion

Kandi Burruss believes she knows the reason why NeNe Leakes abruptly left the 'RHOA' reunion taping.

E-commerce transactions grow up to 25% in second week of May

Harshil Mathur, CEO and co-founder, Razorpay, said with the situation starting to ease out in parts of the country, the payments firm has seen a spike in transactions in the last few days, particularly in e-commerce.

Instagram imposes new '90-second rule' on livestreamed DJ sets

The social media giant has suggested DJs dip into Facebook's Sound Collection instead of playing copyrighted tracks.

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 ...

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.

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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.

How to vote in US elections if residing outside country

Q. I am an American citizen and currently live in Jamaica. Can I vote in the November 202...

India and Afghanistan’s future

Regional countries are worried about the spread of IS (Islamic State) in Afghanistan and want to see the government and Taliban on the same

Letter of the week: Dismantling democracy

A selection of the best letters received from our readers this week. Email letters@newstatesman.co.uk to have your thoughts voiced in the New Statesman magazine.

Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

Online orders for alcohol rising ahead of move to level 3 lockdown

OneDayOnly.co.za said that orders had been steadily increasing even before Sunday's announcement that restricted liquor sales would be allowed under level 3 lockdown.

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

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

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.

SABC taking precautions after KZN staffer gets false positive COVID-19 result

The broadcaster was forced to close its doors in Durban after an employee tested positive on Tuesday and it’s understood the lab, which confirmed the results said an error occurred during the testing process.

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...

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021: Health experts

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021: Health experts. Coronavirus is a '12-18 months' problem and the world is not going to be free of this till 2021, says Professor Ashish Jha.

SevenHills Hospital launches nationwide hunt for 600 doctors

Job portals in the country are prominently displaying vacancies advertised by SevenHills Hospital. One of Mumbai’s largest Covid facilities with 1,004 beds, the Andheri hospital has been struggling for staff almost from the time it was reopened more than two months.

Brazil police raid Rio governor's residences amid COVID-19 probe

BRASILIA/RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Brazilian federal police on Tuesday raided the residences of Rio de Janeiro’s right-wing Governor Wilson Witzel as part of a COVID-19 corruption probe, targeting one of President Jair Bolsonaro’s political foes as the pandemic sweeps the nation.

Cook Off’s Netflix premiere date revealed

THE countdown has begun for Zimbabwe’s award-winning film Cook Off to premiere on the world’s leading Internet entertainment service, Netflix. Cook Off , a 2017 comedy film will be available on Netflix as from June 1 and this will be the first time a locally-produced film lands a spot on the channel which has over 160 million subscribers worldwide. The film which is a tale of a single mother who enters a reality cooking show was produced by Joe Njagu, written and directed by Tomas Brickhill. It features Tendaiishe Chitima, Jessesi Mungoshi, Eddie Sandifolo, Chirikure Chirikure and popular rapper Tendai Nguni aff ectionately known as ‘Tehn Diamond’. Njagu, confirming the premiere of the film on Netflix said: “Cook Off will start showing on Netflix from June 1 worldwide. The Cook Off team is ecstatic and looking forward to introducing Zimbabwean films to the world. “This is just but the beginning. History has been made, but the future begins. It is time to turn our film community into a film industry,” Njagu said.

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.

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.

All the ways I knew how to flirt have disappeared overnight during lockdown

Faced with a new crush, I’ve reverted to the actions of my adolescence – letter-writing and mixtapes.

2 Reasons Why Flu Season Alongside Coronavirus May Be Overwhelming

This unprecedented combination will truly challenge healthcare systems and society in the coming months, for multiple reasons.

Offaly GAA club foot turf in the bog for elderly and vulnerable in community

AN OFFALY GAA club has been helping out in the community since the coronavirus pandemic began, and now as summer hits Ireland, there's an important annual job to be done. Members of Daingean GAA club have taken to the bog to foot turf for the elderly and vulnerable in the community-- many of whom would have done the job themselves each summer since they were children but who now have to remain inside to protect themselves from coronavirus. The club have always been community-minded, and their members have been helping the vulnerable with food deliveries, meals on wheels and prescriptions, but the idea to get their athletic members to do the "back breaking" but essential job of footing turf is arguably their most important act yet. Daingean GAA - Turf Footing / Facebook Advertisement Daingean launched their campaign-- called the Turf-a-Thon-- at the beginning of May, calling on vulnerable members of the community to let them know if they needed help. The club wrote on Facebook at the time: "Daingean GAA would…

Beware this new Android security flaw

A recently discovered Android vulnerability allows malicious actors to take over legitimate apps to steal user data and gain access to a victim’s smartphone features.

Strong customer authentication suffers another delay

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) recently announced it is allowing extra time for the roll-out of Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) for e-commerce transactions in the UK, and the move is likely to be followed by others across Europe.

Lift ban on church gatherings – CVM to government

The Citizen Voters Movement (CVM) has urged the government to lift the ban on public and social gatherings to enable the citizens to overcome the fear, panic, and psychological warfare created by this COVID-19.