Indian government may remain silent, but US President Donald Trump just confirmed ‘raging border dispute’ between India and China

In a dramatic twist, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed the reports of 'now raging border dispute' between India and China.

Trump Offers Help To Diffuse ‘Raging’ India, China Tension in Ladakh

In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to

US President Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China

The United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to mediate or arbitrate between India and China to help the two neighbouring nations resolve the boundary dispute, which once again

Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute

WASHINGTON/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had offered to mediate a standoff between India and China at the Himalayan border, where soldiers camped out in a high-altitude region have accused each other of trespassing over the disputed border.

Trump offers to mediate India-China border dispute

The US president had also once offered to “help” in the disputed region of Kashmir, triggering a political storm in India

Nobody can stare down Modi’s India: BJP on border standoff with China

Amid the standoff between Indian and Chinese troops at the Ladakh border, the ruling BJP on Wednesday asserted that no country can stare down India under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Don’t let differences shade ties, says China’s Ambassador Sun Weidong

India and China have kept up “close communication and cooperation” since the COVID-19 outbreak, said China’s Ambassador to India Sun Weidong, adding that he was “impressed” by India’s handling of the

Top Army Brass Discusses Ladakh Face-Off

Top commanders of the Indian Army on Wednesday began deliberations on key security challenges facing India, including the tense standoff between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh

Trump offers to mediate between India and China

PTI Washington In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to “mediate or arbitrate” the raging border dispute between India an

U.S. says Hong Kong no longer autonomous

'No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground,' says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

US declares Hong Kong no longer enjoying autonomy

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo declared Wednesday that Hong Kong no longer enjoys the autonomy promised by Beijing, stripping the financial hub of its special status under US law. Hours before Beijing will hold a key vote on a controversial new security law on Hong Kong, Pompeo sent a notice to Congress

Pompeo: China has taken Hong Kong’s autonomy away

‘No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground,’ said the US secretary of state.

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

US News: Secretary of State of Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China. “

U.S. strips Hong Kong of special trading status

Hours before Beijing will hold a key vote on a controversial new security law on Hong Kong, Mr. Pompeo sent a notice to Congress that China was not living up to obligations from before it regained control of the territory from Britain in 1997.

US revokes Hong Kong special status as furor grows on China law

The US law says that Hong Kong would lose the trading advantages, including lower tariffs, that it enjoys with the world's largest economy.

U.S. won't certify Hong Kong's autonomy from China, jeopardizing trade status

May 27 (UPI) -- Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday he has officially notified Congress that Hong Kong is in effect no longer autonomous from mainland China.

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China, setting the stage for the U.S. to withdraw the former British colony's preferential trade and financial status it has enjoyed since it reverted to Chinese rule 23 years ago.

China praises Russian FM comments slamming US over interference in HK

China totally agrees with and speaks highly of Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's comments that Hong Kong affairs are China's domestic issue, and the US response to the proposed national security law on Hong Kong exposes its sense of superiority, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said at a press conference on Wednesday.

'We're Ready,' NASA Ready to Launch First SpaceX Flight; Take-off Tonight

Launch of the mission, dubbed Launch America, is scheduled for 4.33 p.m. EDT on Wednesday.

SpaceX ready to launch NASA astronauts, back on home turf

"We're launching American astronauts on American rockets from American soil. We haven't done this really since 2011, so this is a unique moment in time," Bridenstine told The Associated Press.

NASA chief "all in" for Tom Cruise to film on space station

NASA is rolling out the International Space Station's red carpet for Tom Cruise.

Commercial crew astronauts accept risks of test flight

The Crew Dragon astronauts say they understand and accept the risks of a new spacecraft, which they believe can’t be boiled down to a single number.

Watch Live As SpaceX And NASA Launch Two Astronauts To The ISS Today

Today, Wednesday, May 27 at 4.33 pm EDT two NASA astronauts might fly to the International Space Station (ISS) onboard a private spacecraft in a historic l

SpaceX on cusp of launching astronauts, back on home turf

With bad weather threatening a delay, two NASA astronauts suited up for the launch of a SpaceX rocket ship Wednesday on a history-making flight to the International Space Station that was seen as a giant ...

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in South Carolina

Still days away from the official start of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season and the Southeast coast of the U.S. on Wednesday was dealing with its second named tropical system in less than two weeks.

Facebook Canada partners with Indiegraf to support independent local journalism

Facebook Canada announced that it has partnered with Indiegraf, which is a network of journalists and independent digital publishers.

NASA and SpaceX Launch From Cape Canaveral Today – How To Watch

Today marks the first time since 2011 that American astronauts have lifted off from American soil in an American made space craft.

2 U.S. astronauts arrive at launch pad for SpaceX launch

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.

Surprise! All 8 Harry Potter movies are on HBO Max

Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter all in one place?

Shop talk: Covid test centres could be opened on high streets to help public with accessibility

Empty shops on Scotland's high streets could be turned into coronavirus testing centres, as the nation moves into the next phase of tackling the virus.

SpaceX's Crew Dragon toilet is on the ceiling of the spaceship — and no one wants to talk about it

"That toilet? Ah, we'll let you know how it works out," NASA astronaut Doug Hurley said. "We'll try it out, and we'll let you know when we get back."

'We'll let you know how it works out': SpaceX's Crew Dragon spaceship toilet is a secret that apparently no one can or wants to talk about

"I don't know the potty answer to the potty question," SpaceX's vice president of mission assurance said, providing no details about the commode.

Terrestrial bacteria can grow on nutrients from space

No matter how well astronauts and material are decontaminated, co-traveling microorganisms cannot be prevented

Novel antiviral, antibacterial surface can reduce hospital-acquired infections

The novel coronavirus pandemic has caused an increased demand for antimicrobial treatments that can keep surfaces clean, particularly in health care settings.

Turtle smashes through car windshield and nearly decapitates passenger

'If that glass wasn't as thick as it was and I didn't slow down the way I did when I saw the object coming, it would have been disastrous,'

Five-month-old baby dies after being given turtle's blood to drink to protect her from coronavirus in the Dominican Republic

The five-month-old girl from the Dominican Republic died after drinking turtle blood to protect her from coronavirus. Her relatives are said to be 'serious but stable.'

SpaceX, NASA Abort Demo-2 Due to Inclement Weather, Next Attempt May 30

SpaceX and NASA had to abort the launch of the Demo-2 mission due to inclement weather on Wednesday.

SpaceX, NASA Abort Demo-2 Due to Inclement Weather, Next Attempt May 30

SpaceX and NASA had to abort the launch of the Demo-2 mission due to inclement weather on Wednesday.

Nasa SpaceX launch: How we got to this point

Why is SpaceX launching astronauts to the International Space Station for Nasa?

Bad weather threatens SpaceX’s first crewed mission

For the moment, takeoff remains scheduled for 10.33pm SA time from the Kennedy Space Center's Launch Pad 39A.

Watch out for SpaceX rocket in the skies tonight

A rocket from Elon Musk’s SpaceX may be visible above Suffolk and north Essex later tonight - if the skies remain clear.

SpaceX, NASA delay milestone mission due to bad weather

SpaceX's historic first crewed launch is set to proceed on schedule tonight, NASA has announced, but uncertainty remained over weather conditions just hours before take-off.

'Go for launch': SpaceX, NASA set for milestone mission

SpaceX's landmark launch to the International Space Station—the first crewed mission to blast off from US soil in almost a decade and a first for the commercial sector—was set to proceed on time Wednesday, ...

SpaceX-Nasa launch scrubbed due to poor weather

The first crewed flight from US soil since 2011 was called off 16 minutes before lift off; the next opportunity is on Saturday

Exact times to see the SpaceX Nasa CrewDragon rocket over UK

You can watch a live stream of the launch and - if you're lucky - see the real thing too

SpaceX to add sunshades to all future Starlink satellites

SpaceX has decided to add sunshades to future Starlink satellites to reduce their impact on astronomy, having opted for constellation-wide implementation of the reflective hardware. 

New Videos Of George Floyd Incident In Minneapolis Emerge & Raise More Questions

Several video clips emerged Tuesday night in relation to the deadly incident that happened in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Monday evening that resulted in one man dead and four police officers getting ...

Tekashi 6ix9ine comes for Doja Cat after racism claims

He appeared to call her out online.

Motorcyclist killed in crash on Highway 97 south of Summerland

A motorcyclist was killed in a collision on Highway 97 yesterday afternoon.An Okanagan man in his 60s was travelling northbound on Highway 97 around 3:50 p.

Facebook rolls out TikTok-like app called Collab that lets users create music by repurposing people's short video clips

The app, which is still in beta on iOS, works by allowing users to record three separate short-form videos of them playing various instruments like drums or guitar or singing vocals.

Empty stadiums will ring with applause of fans now with an app to send cheers to your favourite team

Instrument maker Yamaha said its remote cheering system will let users tap buttons to deliver cheers—or boos—via speakers inside grounds.

Carlsen meets Nakamura in semifinals

For the second time in three days, Magnus Carlsen dismissed Wesley So’s challenge 2.5-0.5 and set up a semifinal-clash with Hikaru Nakamura in the $150,000 Lindores Abbey Rapid Challenge.Carlsen won b

Pokémon Go Fest 2020 to be a global virtual event 

It looks like Niantic is making Pokémon Go Fest 2020 a global event that anyone can join in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Dudley rock 'n' dhol duo launch NHS fundraiser

Ravi Bakshi and Rob Harris have been entertaining residents of Snowshill Gardens, Dudley, during the weekly Clap for Carers event

Google Rolls Out New Tools To Help Businesses Get Support From Customers

Google has launched a new feature for businesses to get help from customers as the pandemic takes its toll.

What the pandemic-friendly future of nursing home visits could look like

Families yearning to visit their elderly, high-risk loved ones who are trapped inside adult care facilities might have a sleek, new solution thanks to a Brooklyn-based interior designer. Avigail

Chip and Joanna Gaines are reopening Magnolia Market to fans with new safety measures this June

Although Chip and Joanna Gaines are famous for their HGTV show, they’re equally popular for the real-life experiences they’ve created in Waco, Texas, including Magnolia Market.

Minions and Gru in WHO public health announcement for children

The animated characters offer tips on keeping active and being kind.

Minions and Gru in WHO public health announcement for children

The animated characters offer tips on keeping active and being kind.

Report: Local News Stations Run Segments Scripted and Produced by Amazon

According to a recent report, local news stations across the United States have run news segments scripted and produced by e-commerce giant Amazon. Unsurprisingly, the segments were overly positive about Jeff Bezos' company and its employment practices.

AT&T launches HBO Max, vying with Netflix, others for quarantine viewing

(Reuters) - AT&T’s WarnerMedia division launches its HBO Max streaming service on Wednesday, taking on Netflix, Disney and Amazon at a time when coronavirus lockdowns have boosted demand for streaming even as rising unemployment has cut disposable incomes.

Wife Narrates Last Moments With Late Benga Maestro Jimmy Wayuni

“I started getting worried after calling him persistently and he was not picking yet the phone was ringing. His ...

Jamie Foxx defends Jimmy Fallon over SNL blackface backlash

The actor said there are more important issues to worry about.

BTS’s V receives massive love from Korean music critics and vocal trainers

Aside from reaching new heights with his solo fan cams and re-writing k-pop history with his first-ever music project as an individual artist, V of …

Lovelyz members shine in Woollim Entertainment's new trailer for 'Relay'

Woollim Entertainment artists will be releasing their very first agency-wide song and Lovelyz is the latest group to star in their individual trailer.…

Bob Dylan Says ‘Pop Entertainment Means Nothing To Me’

Pop music is not doing much for Bob Dylan. Dylan, 79, sat down with American Songwriter and expressed his thoughts about popular entertainment. The "Knockin' On Heaven's Door" singer tried not to paint the artist or the genre with a broad stroke but expressed some of its more problematic aspects. RELATED: G-Eazy Tackles Bob Dylan…

The Raconteurs to Release Live EP and Documentary

It will be out this Friday

HBO Max launches with all eight Harry Potter movies available for streaming

That's our lockdown (or two days of it) sorted...

Ed Sheeran's mum 'forced to close jewellery business during coronavirus crisis'

Ed Sheeran's mum makes jewellery based on sweets.

DC comic book movies you shouldn’t miss on HBO Max

The Doom Patrol Liker has logged on

Golden Globes Announces Rule Changes For 2021 Awards

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association has announced some big rule changes in the qualifications required for Golden Globe nominations in some categories. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the latest rule changes follow on the heels of earlier changes that suspended its requirement that a film must premiere theatrically in order to be considered, a rule change…

Windows 10 May 2020 Update released, Here are the new features

Microsoft has released the Windows 10 May 2020 Update today, May 27th, 2020, in a gradual rollout to all users worldwide.

These are the PCs expected to get the May 2020 Update TODAY.

The first semi-annual update for Windows 10, the May 2020 Update, is launching to compatible devices starting on May 27, 2020, but not everyone will see it the first day. Here's the rollout process that Microsoft is likely to use.

Windows 10 May 2020 Update is available NOW — here's how to get it

In this guide, we'll show you three supported methods to download and install the Windows 10 May 2020 Update on your device as soon as it's ready.

The HyperX Cloud Mix headset on sale for $130 combines Bluetooth and gaming

Includes 40mm dual-chamber drivers for hi-res audio, a flexible detachable boom mic for communicating while gaming, and Bluetooth with a 20-hour battery life for portability. Go wired for gaming so you don't have to worry about the battery.

The Windows 10 May 2020 Update is now available for everyone

After testing it out with Windows Insiders for well over a year, Microsoft has released the Windows 10 May 2020 Update. It includes a new Cortana app, Windows Subsystem for Linux 2, and more.

The Windows 10 May 2020 Update still has a whole bunch of known issues

Microsoft released the Windows 10 May 2020 Update today. And while it's been in testing for 15 months, there are still a whole bunch of known issues to be aware of in the feature update.

Microsoft launches Cortana app for Windows 10 without Amazon’s Alexa

Microsoft rolls out a dedicated Cortana app for Windows 10 today but launches without Alexa despite a 2018 partnership between Microsoft and Amazon.

Microsoft continues its productivity-aide push with the new Cortana app for Windows 10 2004 | ZDNet

Microsoft is rolling out its new standalone Cortana productivity-aide app and updating its Cortana app with new features on iOS, simultaneous with the Windows 10 2004 rollout.

Cortana now lets you schedule meetings by voice inside Outlook

The latest update for Outlook allows AI assistant Cortana to schedule meetings for you.

Best Cheap Cloud Storage Solutions in 2020

Choosing a cloud storage provider is like choosing a car: here's something out there for everyone's different needs. One of those needs is getting the most value for the least money. We break it down here.

Gmail On The Web Finally Updates Its Archaic Settings Menu

The web-based Gmail has just gotten a small but large update, for the settings menu. It's an update that most people likely wouldn't notice, but it is a

Google launches a quick settings menu for customizing Gmail layout

Google has introduced a quick settings menu to customize Gmail layout. This will help to personalize and optimize Gmail in real time.

Best mesh Wi-Fi routers 2020: the best wireless mesh routers for large homes

The best mesh WiFi routers offer a solid, unified WiFi network no matter where you are. Check out this list, and bring home the best WiFi mesh router for you.

Windows 10 2004 comes with Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3 support

Microsoft announced that Windows 10, version 2004 comes with Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3 support for gigabit speeds and better performance, as well as for more secure wireless network connectivity.

Cruise stocks soar 10% as reopening optimism lifts virus-slammed industries, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Cruise companies were among the hardest hit by the pandemic, as infamous vessel outbreaks led analysts to fear a prolonged downturn for the sector.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Cruise stocks soar 10% as reopening optimism lifts virus-slammed industries

Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings all surged at least 10% on Wednesday as sectors hit hardest by the coronavirus and related lockdowns rally on reopening hopes.

Dow climbs 350 points as investors cheer efforts to boost global economies

US stocks rose on Wednesday as investors were encouraged by signs that global authorities were taking measures to boost economies. The European ...

The coronavirus crisis will be 'hugely beneficial' to Amazon and other tech giants, billionaire investor Bill Ackman said, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - To the extent that investors are driving up stocks to reflect tech's bright prospects, the market "doesn't seem wrong to me," Ackman said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

The coronavirus crisis will be ‘hugely beneficial’ to Amazon and other tech giants, billionaire investor Bill Ackman said

Stocks may be outperforming because US technology titans are poised to become even more dominant thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, billionaire investor Bill Ackman told The New York Times earlier this month.

68% of newly unemployed American workers could earn more money from government benefits than they did from their pre-pandemic jobs, research claims, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Jobless data showed last week that about 39 million people in total have filed for unemployment in the last nine weeks of the pandemic.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

68% of newly unemployed American workers could earn more money from government benefits than they did from their pre-pandemic jobs, research claims

More than two-thirds of American workers who have filed for unemployment during the coronavirus are likely earning more from government insurance than they were when they had a job, according to research published by the National Bureau of Economic Research this week.

10 Value Stocks to Buy From the Vanguard U.S. Value Factor ETF

The gap between expensive stocks and cheap value stocks to buy is wider than it has ever been. That's an opportunity for investors.

The Best Way to Play the Current Tech Rally Is eBay Stock

Covid-19 is bringing renewed interest in eBay stock, but the company's potential extends far beyond the current crisis. Here's why.

How Microsoft's Azure Is Helping In The Fight Against COVID-19

Microsoft's cloud business, Azure, along with artificial intelligence is being used by companies and the CDC to battle COVID-19. Microsoft is likely to be a hig

Indian government may remain silent, but US President Donald Trump just confirmed ‘raging border dispute’ between India and China

In a dramatic twist, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed the reports of 'now raging border dispute' between India and China.

Trump Offers Help To Diffuse ‘Raging’ India, China Tension in Ladakh

In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to

US President Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China

The United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to mediate or arbitrate between India and China to help the two neighbouring nations resolve the boundary dispute, which once again

Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute

WASHINGTON/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had offered to mediate a standoff between India and China at the Himalayan border, where soldiers camped out in a high-altitude region have accused each other of trespassing over the disputed border.

Trump offers to mediate India-China border dispute

The US president had also once offered to “help” in the disputed region of Kashmir, triggering a political storm in India

Nobody can stare down Modi’s India: BJP on border standoff with China

Amid the standoff between Indian and Chinese troops at the Ladakh border, the ruling BJP on Wednesday asserted that no country can stare down India under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Don’t let differences shade ties, says China’s Ambassador Sun Weidong

India and China have kept up “close communication and cooperation” since the COVID-19 outbreak, said China’s Ambassador to India Sun Weidong, adding that he was “impressed” by India’s handling of the

Top Army Brass Discusses Ladakh Face-Off

Top commanders of the Indian Army on Wednesday began deliberations on key security challenges facing India, including the tense standoff between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh

Trump offers to mediate between India and China

PTI Washington In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to “mediate or arbitrate” the raging border dispute between India an

U.S. says Hong Kong no longer autonomous

'No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground,' says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

US declares Hong Kong no longer enjoying autonomy

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo declared Wednesday that Hong Kong no longer enjoys the autonomy promised by Beijing, stripping the financial hub of its special status under US law. Hours before Beijing will hold a key vote on a controversial new security law on Hong Kong, Pompeo sent a notice to Congress

Pompeo: China has taken Hong Kong’s autonomy away

‘No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground,’ said the US secretary of state.

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

US News: Secretary of State of Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China. “

U.S. strips Hong Kong of special trading status

Hours before Beijing will hold a key vote on a controversial new security law on Hong Kong, Mr. Pompeo sent a notice to Congress that China was not living up to obligations from before it regained control of the territory from Britain in 1997.

US revokes Hong Kong special status as furor grows on China law

The US law says that Hong Kong would lose the trading advantages, including lower tariffs, that it enjoys with the world's largest economy.

U.S. won't certify Hong Kong's autonomy from China, jeopardizing trade status

May 27 (UPI) -- Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday he has officially notified Congress that Hong Kong is in effect no longer autonomous from mainland China.

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China, setting the stage for the U.S. to withdraw the former British colony's preferential trade and financial status it has enjoyed since it reverted to Chinese rule 23 years ago.

China praises Russian FM comments slamming US over interference in HK

China totally agrees with and speaks highly of Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's comments that Hong Kong affairs are China's domestic issue, and the US response to the proposed national security law on Hong Kong exposes its sense of superiority, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said at a press conference on Wednesday.

Larry Kramer, AIDS Activist, Author, and Playwright, Is Dead at 84

Larry Kramer, the hell-raising AIDS activist, author, screenwriter, and playwright of The Normal Heart, has died at 84.

Larry Kramer, who wrote 'The Normal Heart' and founded ACT UP, dies

Larry Kramer, the playwright whose angry voice and pen raised theatergoers' consciousness about AIDS and roused thousands to militant protests in the early years of the epidemic, has died at 84.

Activist Larry Kramer dies at 84

The 84-year-old died of pneumonia

Larry Kramer, major gay rights and Aids activist, dies at 84

Citing Kramer's husband, The New York Times attributed his death to pneumonia.

Dr. Fauci remembers playwright and AIDS activist Larry Kramer for his 'heart of gold'

Larry Kramer, the AIDS activist and playwright known for The Normal Heart, has died at 84. Kramer died Wednesday morning in Manhattan from pneumonia, his husband, David Webster, told The New York Times. Kramer in 1981 co-founded the Gay Men's Health Crisis organization for HIV-positive people and was a founder of Act Up (AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power) as well. He was, the Times writes, "among the first activists to foresee that what had at first caused alarm as a rare form of cancer among gay men would spread worldwide, like any other sexually transmitted disease, and kill millions of people without regard to sexual orientation," and he used "relentless, often antagonizing tactics to goad public officials, scientists and fellow gay rights proponents to stanch the AIDS epidemic," The Washington Post notes. Kramer's autobiographical play The Normal Heart debuted in 1985, and his other notable work includes the play The Destiny of Me, which was a Pulitzer Prize finalist. He was also nominated for an Academy Award…

Larry Kramer, AIDS activist, award-winning writer, dies

May 27 (UPI) -- Academy Award-nominated screenwriter and AIDS activist Larry Kramer died Wednesday morning in Manhattan at 84.

SpaceX, NASA Abort Demo-2 Due to Inclement Weather, Next Attempt May 30

SpaceX and NASA had to abort the launch of the Demo-2 mission due to inclement weather on Wednesday.

SpaceX, NASA Abort Demo-2 Due to Inclement Weather, Next Attempt May 30

SpaceX and NASA had to abort the launch of the Demo-2 mission due to inclement weather on Wednesday.

Nasa SpaceX launch: How we got to this point

Why is SpaceX launching astronauts to the International Space Station for Nasa?

Bad weather threatens SpaceX’s first crewed mission

For the moment, takeoff remains scheduled for 10.33pm SA time from the Kennedy Space Center's Launch Pad 39A.

Watch out for SpaceX rocket in the skies tonight

A rocket from Elon Musk’s SpaceX may be visible above Suffolk and north Essex later tonight - if the skies remain clear.

SpaceX, NASA delay milestone mission due to bad weather

SpaceX's historic first crewed launch is set to proceed on schedule tonight, NASA has announced, but uncertainty remained over weather conditions just hours before take-off.

'Go for launch': SpaceX, NASA set for milestone mission

SpaceX's landmark launch to the International Space Station—the first crewed mission to blast off from US soil in almost a decade and a first for the commercial sector—was set to proceed on time Wednesday, ...

SpaceX-Nasa launch scrubbed due to poor weather

The first crewed flight from US soil since 2011 was called off 16 minutes before lift off; the next opportunity is on Saturday

Exact times to see the SpaceX Nasa CrewDragon rocket over UK

You can watch a live stream of the launch and - if you're lucky - see the real thing too

SpaceX to add sunshades to all future Starlink satellites

SpaceX has decided to add sunshades to future Starlink satellites to reduce their impact on astronomy, having opted for constellation-wide implementation of the reflective hardware. 

After fact check by Twitter, Trump threatens social media

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

Donald Trump threatens social media companies after tweets get warning labels

He's not impressed.

Trump threatens to regulate or close down social media platforms

The threat came a day after microblogging service provider, Twitter, labelled his tweet on voting by mail as misleading

Trump Threatens To ‘Close Down’ Social Media Platforms

Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets

Where will Trump rant if not on Twitter? He threatens to close down social media

Ironically, the president used Twitter itself to threaten its closure after the platform flagged two of his tweets as unsubstantiated

Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after tweets tagged

Washington, United States | AFP | US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories. Twitter tagged just two of Trump’s tweets in which he’d claimed that more mail-in voting …

Tropical Storm Bertha Hits South Carolina Coast

Bertha's maximum sustained winds were near 50 mph as it came ashore but it was expected to weaken to a tropical depression after moving inland.

Tropical Storm Bertha forms, hits South Carolina coast | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

MIAMI >> Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall on South Carolina’s coast today morning shortly after it formed, becoming the second named storm before the official start of this year’s Atlantic hurricane season.

'A sunrise surprise’: Tropical Storm Bertha quickly forms, hits South Carolina coast

Forecasters expected the bad weather, but didn’t predict it to organize so quickly and become the second named storm before the official start of this year’s Atlantic hurricane season

Tropical Storm Bertha lashes South Carolina in sunrise surprise that could affect NASA SpaceX launch

"Life-threatening" flash flooding is expected across parts of Virginia, and South and North Carolina, after Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall sooner than expected.NASA satellites are closely watching the storm as it prepares to send two astronauts to space in a historic launch aboard SpaceX

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall on South Carolina coast with 50mph winds after South Florida is inundated with three days of torrential rain and flash flooding that left cars submerged and locals stuck in knee-deep water

Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall on South Carolina's coast at 9.30am EST with sustained winds near 50mph, less than two hours after it was officially named.

Storm alert: Hurricanes are getting stronger

New environmental evidence suggests that hurricanes are becoming stronger. Longer-term environmental data signals variations are occurring, with more intense storms being recorded.

Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.

Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.

Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.

Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded’ of the corporation’s impartiality rules.

Newsnight's Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

The broadcaster said that staff had been ‘reminded' of the corporation's impartiality rules.

Author and anchor Emily Maitlis has become Newsnight’s most recognisable face

She has served as a political editor and presenter on the BBC programme.

Emily Maitlis’ Newsnight opener on Dominic Cummings breached BBC’s 'impartiality guidelines'

The Newsnight episode began with a discussion on the Dominic Cummings row after his movements during April's lockdown were revealed

Newsnight's Dominic Cummings introduction 'did not meet impartiality standards' BBC says

The BBC has said that an introduction to last night's Newsnight which discussed the Dominic Cummings lockdown row "did not meet our standards of due impartiality".

NDMA activates hotline for registering complaints on locust attacks

ISLAMABAD: In a bid to facilitate complaints related to locusts, the National Disaster Management Authority(NDMA) has activated a hotline 051-111-222-999 for registering and resolving issues pertainin

Locust threat is bigger this year, warns Agriculture Ministry monitor

A huge challenge is likely to emerge when the swarms flying over 20 districts in Rajasthan start breeding.

Locusts swarm UP and Maharashtra; Govt steps up control operations, drones to be deployed soon

About 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now, the ministry said in a statement. It has been controlled in 47,308 hectare areas so far in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh, it said.

Locust Menace: UP, Maharashtra, Punjab on High Alert; Centre Steps up Efforts; Drones to be Deployed Soon

As per updates, about 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now.

Worst attack in years: Locusts reach major parts of India, damage crops

Locusts swarms entered major districts of India and could head towards Maharashtra's districts damages crops, the worst attack in 26 years.

Health and Welfare ministries to take budget cuts - Inside Israel

Government expected to approve budget cuts across all ministries, to make room for additional ministries as per coalition agreements.

Govt amends norms; companys' contribution to PM Cares Fund to qualify as CSR expenditure

India Business News: The government has amended the norms whereby contributions by corporates to the PM CARES Fund will qualify as corporate social responsibility (CSR) sp

COVID-19: Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as virus seizes travel industry

Air travel within the US tumbled 96% by mid-April, to fewer than 100,000 people on a day

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as coronavirus impacts travel industry

A Boeing spokesperson said Wednesday's actions represent the largest number of job cuts, but several thousand additional jobs will be eliminated in the next few months

Boeing cuts 12,000 jobs, resumes production of grounded jet

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 U.S. jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry. And the aircraft maker says more cuts are coming.

Boeing starts job cuts with 6,770 layoffs in U.S. this week

Boeing Co. unveiled the first of its planned job cuts, saying it would notify 6,770 employees in the U.S. this week that their positions would be eliminated.

Boeing sends layoff notices to more than 6,000 employees

May 27 (UPI) -- Boeing said Wednesday it is laying off more than 6,000 employees in the first phase of its plans to reduce its workforce by 10 percent as the airline industry reels from the coronavirus pandemic.

YLW takes dramatic hit

Kelowna International Airport hasn't seen passenger numbers this low in decades.

WTTC launches world’s first ever global safety stamp

The landmark move by WTTC has also received the backing of the influential United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

'Safety stamp' launched by World Travel & Tourism Council for 'hygienic' destinations and businesses in bid to reassure holidaymakers and speed up tourism recovery

The stamp will allow travellers 'to recognise governments and businesses around the world which have adopted health and hygiene global protocols', so they can experience 'safe travels'.

One of the most profitable trades since 1993 is broken amid the coronavirus pandemic, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Over the first 100 trading days of 2020, a trader that bought the close and sold the open would be down 19.7%.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

One of the most profitable trades since 1993 is broken amid the coronavirus pandemic

One of the most profitable trades since 1993 is broken amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Robinhood says it's fixed an issue that showed incorrect portfolio values for users, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Several users took to Twitter with complaints that their account values moved out-of-step with underlying investments.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Moderna falls 20% amid reports that insiders have sold $89 million in shares this year as the stock has spiked

Moderna dropped as much as 20% on Wednesday amid a report from Stat News that insiders at the biotech company have liquidated $89 million in sto...

The Fed is considering a policy tool not used since World War II to keep borrowing costs at historic lows, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Yield-curve control allows central banks to target certain long-term interest rates through the limitless buying and selling of bonds.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

France unveils $8.7 billion plan to rescue ailing car industry

The plan focuses on the production of environmentally-friendly vehicles

Ola Electric to launch global electric two-wheeler; buys dutch scooter firm

Deal will bolster Ola Electric's engineering and design capabilities with Etergo's extensive vehicle development experience with leading auto firms Tesla, General Motors, Ferrari, Jaguar and BMW

Volkswagen will sell its new European EVs in a similar way to Tesla — here's how it works, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Volkswagen isn't using a fully direct sales model as it will involve the dealership, but it should eliminate the guesswork when buying a car.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Volkswagen SA resumes production and export of Polo hatch range

Volkswagen South Africa says it has resumed building the Polo for both the local market and export, while also restarting production of the Polo Vivo.

All the Stocks Are the Same Now

Also insider trading and virtual roadshows.

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Presents at Cowen and Company 48th Annual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference (Transcript)

Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) Cowen and Company 48th Annual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference May 27, 2020 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Jonatha

2020 Jaguar XE P250 S Review – Close, but No Cigar

The 2020 Jaguar XE P250 S is a strong attempt to dethrone the BMW 3-Series and others in the compact-luxury sport sedan class, but it falls just short.

BMW Driving Assistant Professional gets additional functions

BMW's Driving Assistant Professional package will come with a few new functions, to make highway driving a tad bit more autonomous.

Five more games join Project xCloud preview library on Android

Android users in the Project xCloud preview now have access to five more games to play through the cloud. The new additions include Ori & the Will of the Wisps, Batman: Arkham Knight, and more.

Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Mortal Kombat X and more added to Project xCloud preview

Five new games have been added to the Project xCloud preview. Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Mortal Kombat X, Batman Arkham Knight and more are all playable via the streaming service.

Microsoft’s new Xbox Family Settings app helps parents keep tabs on their kids’ gaming

Microsoft has launched a new Xbox safety app to help parents and guardians manage their children's gaming sessions.

New Xbox Family Settings app gives parents more control over their children's gaming

A new mobile app released by Xbox gives parents more control over their children's gaming habits. From the app, parents can set screen time limits, content filters, respond to notifications and view daily and weekly reports.

Delhi's peak power demand clocks seasons' highest of 5,464 MW

Delhi's peak power demand clocks seasons' highest of 5,464 MW: With the ongoing heat wave and the temperature soaring every passing day, peak power demand in the capital touched .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

NTPC to foray into distribution, keen to buy majority stake in BRPL, BYPL

In a letter written to Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) on May 26, 2020, the power giant said, "NTPC has decided to foray into power distribution sector and keen on acquiring the distribution assets (BRPL and BYPL)".

NTPC eyes majority stake in ADAG’s Delhi power utilities

Power giant, the first PSU in the race for stake in two BSES firms

NTPC eyes majority stake in Delhi distribution cos.

Plans to enter distribution business

Windows 10 May 2020 Update released, Here are the new features

Microsoft has released the Windows 10 May 2020 Update today, May 27th, 2020, in a gradual rollout to all users worldwide.

These are the PCs expected to get the May 2020 Update TODAY.

The first semi-annual update for Windows 10, the May 2020 Update, is launching to compatible devices starting on May 27, 2020, but not everyone will see it the first day. Here's the rollout process that Microsoft is likely to use.

Windows 10 May 2020 Update is available NOW — here's how to get it

In this guide, we'll show you three supported methods to download and install the Windows 10 May 2020 Update on your device as soon as it's ready.

The HyperX Cloud Mix headset on sale for $130 combines Bluetooth and gaming

Includes 40mm dual-chamber drivers for hi-res audio, a flexible detachable boom mic for communicating while gaming, and Bluetooth with a 20-hour battery life for portability. Go wired for gaming so you don't have to worry about the battery.

The Windows 10 May 2020 Update is now available for everyone

After testing it out with Windows Insiders for well over a year, Microsoft has released the Windows 10 May 2020 Update. It includes a new Cortana app, Windows Subsystem for Linux 2, and more.

The Windows 10 May 2020 Update still has a whole bunch of known issues

Microsoft released the Windows 10 May 2020 Update today. And while it's been in testing for 15 months, there are still a whole bunch of known issues to be aware of in the feature update.

Microsoft launches Cortana app for Windows 10 without Amazon’s Alexa

Microsoft rolls out a dedicated Cortana app for Windows 10 today but launches without Alexa despite a 2018 partnership between Microsoft and Amazon.

Microsoft continues its productivity-aide push with the new Cortana app for Windows 10 2004 | ZDNet

Microsoft is rolling out its new standalone Cortana productivity-aide app and updating its Cortana app with new features on iOS, simultaneous with the Windows 10 2004 rollout.

Cortana now lets you schedule meetings by voice inside Outlook

The latest update for Outlook allows AI assistant Cortana to schedule meetings for you.

Best Cheap Cloud Storage Solutions in 2020

Choosing a cloud storage provider is like choosing a car: here's something out there for everyone's different needs. One of those needs is getting the most value for the least money. We break it down here.

Gmail On The Web Finally Updates Its Archaic Settings Menu

The web-based Gmail has just gotten a small but large update, for the settings menu. It's an update that most people likely wouldn't notice, but it is a

Google launches a quick settings menu for customizing Gmail layout

Google has introduced a quick settings menu to customize Gmail layout. This will help to personalize and optimize Gmail in real time.

Best mesh Wi-Fi routers 2020: the best wireless mesh routers for large homes

The best mesh WiFi routers offer a solid, unified WiFi network no matter where you are. Check out this list, and bring home the best WiFi mesh router for you.

Windows 10 2004 comes with Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3 support

Microsoft announced that Windows 10, version 2004 comes with Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3 support for gigabit speeds and better performance, as well as for more secure wireless network connectivity.

Lenovo Smart Tab M10 FHD Plus gets second-gen model

The Lenovo Smart Tab M10 announced in 2019 is a device that doubles as a tablet and a smart display. The device can function as a smart display thanks to a speaker dock that it ships with. Yesterday, Lenovo announced a second-gen model that ships with Amazon’s Alexa assistant. The Lenovo Smart Tab M10 FHD …

Best business accessories of 2020: Tech tools to help you be more productive

Our round-up of the best business productivity tools around.

When Sweatpants Become Straitjackets

To shelter in place is to be lost in too little space.

Sony’s Xperia 1 is down to $798, Withings smartwatch $140, more in today’s best deals

Wednesday’s best deals include the Sony Xperia 1 at $798, plus deals on Withings smartwatches, and SanDisk USB-C storage. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. A 2020 low discounts Sony’s Xperia 1 Amazon is currently offering the unlocked Sony Xperia 1 Android Smartphone for $798. Down from its $950 […]

News flash: People working from home are just as productive

As a result of the coronavirus pandemic most companies have shifted to having employees working at home. For some that is ideal, for others the lack of human contact can be depressing. It’s a double-edged sword in many ways -- you want people around but enjoy being home.

Teclast P20HD tablet with a 10.1″ FHD screen, 6000mAh battery launched

Teclast has officially launched the Teclat P20HD Android tablet in China. The product comes with an affordable 799 yuan (~$112) price tag

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ certification appears online, could have massive 9800mAh battery

Many of us wish that our devices can last for hours on end. It's even better if we can watch movies or play games without worrying about the battery. Well, it looks like Samsung agrees when it comes to tablet, as new info of the Galaxy Tab S7+ indicates. Sources show that the upcoming tablet could feature a very large battery.

Samsung Galaxy A51 gets new 8GB RAM, 128GB storage variant in India

The 8GB/128GB Samsung Galaxy A51 has been launched in India at a price of Rs 27,999.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20+ to support 5G and 25W wired charging

The Galaxy Note 20+ has passed through the CCC certification process, which revealed supports for 5G networks and 25W wired charging.

Skullcandy’s new true wireless earbuds have Tile tracking built-in

It’s easy enough to misplace a set of wired or wireless earbuds… but these days it’s twice as easy thanks to the rise of true wireless earbuds. So it makes sense for companies to …

Microsoft releases Windows 10 May 2020 Update

The latest major update to Windows 10 is rolling out starting today and should be available to most users through Windows Update within the next few weeks. Among other things, this Windows 10 May 2…

Samsung copies the Apple Card, announces “Samsung Money”

Samsung announces a physical debit card and SoFi money management account.

‘Samsung Money’ adds a physical debit card to Pay w/ account, more [Updated]

Later this year, Samsung is set to debut a new take on Samsung Pay that adds a physical debit card and account called "Samsung Money."

SoFi Powers Samsung Pay Mobile Banking Services

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. has announced a new mobile-focused money management experience called Samsung Money by SoFi.

Samsung Partners With SoFi For Mobile-First Money Management Experience “Samsung Money By SoFi”

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. announced on Wednesday it has teamed up with SoFi to launch Samsung Money by SoFi, a new mobile-first money management experie

Windows 10 May 2020 Update now available with built-in Linux kernel and Cortana updates

The Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 arrives

See who's there from anywhere with Eufy's 2K video doorbell on sale for $100 today

Comes with free wireless chime with fun ringtones. Includes a 2K image with advanced HDR and Distortion Correction. Two-way audio lets you speak in real time to guests. Can detect body shapes and faces, sending you smart alerts that matter.

See who's at the door with Eufy's 2K video doorbell on sale for $100

Comes with free wireless chime with fun ringtones. Includes a 2K image with advanced HDR and Distortion Correction. Two-way audio lets you speak in real time to guests. Can detect body shapes and faces, sending you smart alerts that matter.

Ianis Hagi turned down other clubs to sign long-term deal at Rangers

The midfielder scored three goals in 12 games after arriving from Belgium on loan earlier this year.

Ianis Hagi turned down other clubs to sign long-term deal at Rangers

The midfielder scored three goals in 12 games after arriving from Belgium on loan earlier this year.

Hagi seals permanent switch to Rangers from Genk

‘There was interest from other clubs, but my priority was always to return to Glasgow and play for Rangers,’ said the Romanian youngster.

Ianis Hagi turned down other clubs to sign long-term deal at Rangers

The midfielder scored three goals in 12 games after arriving from Belgium on loan earlier this year.

Rangers sign Hagi on permanent deal

Ianis Hagi, who scored three goals during a loan spell at Rangers, said he shunned interest from other clubs to sign a permanent deal.

Rangers sign Ianis Hagi from Genk as attacking midfielder makes permanent transfer

RANGERS have signed Ianis Hagi on a permanent deal from Genk. The Romania international joined Steven Gerrard’s side on loan in January with an option to buy. Hagi impressed for the Light Blu…

Six Jack Grealish transfer alternatives Manchester United could consider

United are on the lookout for a forward-thinking midfielder, but who could they target in the upcoming transfer window?

Why Chelsea loanee Ethan Ampadu is missing for RB Leipzig as transfer target Timo Werner starts

The young Wales international has not been named in Julian Nagelsmann's squad for the game against Hertha Berlin

Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

Disney World's reopening plan was approved Wednesday by Orange County, Fla. officials, clearing a hurdle to inviting people back in July.

Disney World hopes to open some parks on July 11, says it will require masks and temperature checks

The theme park will require employees and guests to wear masks and get temperature checks at park entrances.

Crowds take advantage of latest easing of lockdown restrictions in Northern Ireland as car parks of forests and country parks re-opened

CROWDS of people yesterday took advantage of the latest easing of lockdown restrictions in Northern Ireland as car parks of forests and country parks were re-opened.

A Kingdom Hearts TV series may be in the works for Disney+

Rumors are abound about the possibility of Disney+ gearing up for a new Kingdom Hearts TV Series that may feature returning voice actors.

Brazil's largest city Sao Paulo to reopen malls for 15 days as of June 1

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Malls and street shops will be allowed to reopen in Sao Paulo, Brazil’s largest city and the epicenter of its coronavirus outbreak, for 15 days as of June 1, according to a plan unveiled on Wednesday by Governor Joao Doria and Mayor Bruno Covas.

Las Vegas casinos get green light to reopen next week

May 27 (UPI) -- Las Vegas casinos began preparing Wednesday to reopen after Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak gave them the go-ahead as part of his plan to restart the state economy.

Bayern Munich win Klassiker, courtesy Kimmich brilliance

A moment of individual brilliance by Joshua Kimmich settled Der Klassiker in Bayern Munich’s favour (1-0), delivering a lethal blow to Borussia Dortmund’s title hopes for another year.

Dortmund falls short again, losing to Bayern in key match

The raucous home support was silent and the Yellow Wall was invisible, all because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Bayern zooms seven clear after Der Klassiker win at Dortmund

Kimmich’s smart strike before half-time seals the deal

Canadian soccer phenom Alphonso Davies sprinting toward stardom with Bayern Munich

Since leaving Vancouver, the 19-year-old Davies has turned heads and won fans at left back for Bayern Munich

Canadian international Alphonso Davies running straight at stardom

Whitecaps icon Bob Lenarduzzi remembers watching Alphonso Davies knock the ball ahead on a run and thinking the youngster's touch was too heavy.Only to see

'I wouldn't have been a name that leapt off the page for Irish fans'

Will Addison recently signed a new two-year deal to keep him with Ulster.

Lionel Messi feels 'weird' thinking about playing La Liga matches behind closed doors

Watching Bundesliga hasn't convinced Keith Higgins on idea of games behind closed doors

The Mayo star feels games without crowds lack intensity

Messi Receives Hot New Boots Ahead Of Return To Football

Arguably the best player in the world is ready to lace up once again, and he has got awesome new tools to do just that.

Messi looking forward eagerly to 'weird' La Liga restart

Football News: Barcelona and Argentina captain Lionel Messi said he was eager to start playing again but thought La Liga games behind closed doors would feel "weird"

Players call MLB economic proposal `extremely disappointing'

A rookie at the major league minimum would keep about 47% of his original salary this year while multimillionaire stars Mike Trout and Gerrit Cole would lose more than 77% under a sliding-scale proposal by big league teams that players found "extremely disappointing."

MLB players will take time to respond to money-slashing plan

NEW YORK (AP) — Baseball players will take at least a few days and possibly until next week to respond to Major League Baseball’s proposed sliding scale of salary slashing...

COVID-19: EU aims to back struggling south with fiscal shock and awe

Blueprint will form central plank of EU’s response to coronavirus pandemic’s impact

EU pledges 40 billion euros for 'just transition' from fossil fuels

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission has increased five-fold its proposed European Union fund to wean carbon-intensive regions off fossil fuels, with fresh cash from a new recovery fund to help Europe’s ailing economies rebound after the new coronavirus pandemic.

Air France to cut 40% of domestic flights after bailout

Air France-KLM will slash 40 percent of its French domestic flights by next year in exchange for receiving seven billion euros ($7.7 billion) in emergency coronavirus funding backed by the French state, ...

Contract extension: NFF demands AFCON title, World Cup qualification from Rohr

NFF has made clear what it expects from Gernot Rohr in the contract extension agreement handed to him. Rohr among other requirements is...

Nigeria renews Gernot Rohr contract as Super Eagles coach

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Wednesday announced that it has concluded all contractual agreements with Gernot Rohr to remain the coach of the country's national team.

NFF renews Rohr's contract, says Nigeria must win next AFCON

The Nigeria Football Federation President, Amaju Pinnick, has officially confirmed that a new deal has been reached with Gernot Rohr to continue...

NFF confirms Rohr’s contract extension as Eagles coach

Amaju Pinnick, president of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has confirmed Gernot Rohr's contract extension as the head coach of the Super Eagles.

Tributes paid to ‘wonderful’ nursing assistant who died with Covid-19

Sylvia Tideswell, 60, had worked on the elderly care wards at Royal Stoke University Hospital since 2003.

Tributes paid to ‘wonderful’ nursing assistant who died with Covid-19

Sylvia Tideswell, 60, had worked on the elderly care wards at Royal Stoke University Hospital since 2003.

Tributes paid to ‘wonderful’ nursing assistant who died with Covid-19

Sylvia Tideswell, 60, had worked on the elderly care wards at Royal Stoke University Hospital since 2003.

Man in hospital after microlight aircraft crashes into powerline in Kerry

A middle-aged man is being treated in hospital after his microlight aircraft crashed into a 10,000-volt powerline near Camp in West Kerry.

Man, 22, dies after crashing jet ski he bought hours earlier

His ‘heartbroken’ girlfriend paid tribute to the emergency services who tried to save his life.

New Videos Of George Floyd Incident In Minneapolis Emerge & Raise More Questions

Several video clips emerged Tuesday night in relation to the deadly incident that happened in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Monday evening that resulted in one man dead and four police officers getting ...

Tekashi 6ix9ine comes for Doja Cat after racism claims

He appeared to call her out online.

Motorcyclist killed in crash on Highway 97 south of Summerland

A motorcyclist was killed in a collision on Highway 97 yesterday afternoon.An Okanagan man in his 60s was travelling northbound on Highway 97 around 3:50 p.

Facebook rolls out TikTok-like app called Collab that lets users create music by repurposing people's short video clips

The app, which is still in beta on iOS, works by allowing users to record three separate short-form videos of them playing various instruments like drums or guitar or singing vocals.

Empty stadiums will ring with applause of fans now with an app to send cheers to your favourite team

Instrument maker Yamaha said its remote cheering system will let users tap buttons to deliver cheers—or boos—via speakers inside grounds.

Carlsen meets Nakamura in semifinals

For the second time in three days, Magnus Carlsen dismissed Wesley So’s challenge 2.5-0.5 and set up a semifinal-clash with Hikaru Nakamura in the $150,000 Lindores Abbey Rapid Challenge.Carlsen won b

Pokémon Go Fest 2020 to be a global virtual event 

It looks like Niantic is making Pokémon Go Fest 2020 a global event that anyone can join in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Dudley rock 'n' dhol duo launch NHS fundraiser

Ravi Bakshi and Rob Harris have been entertaining residents of Snowshill Gardens, Dudley, during the weekly Clap for Carers event

Google Rolls Out New Tools To Help Businesses Get Support From Customers

Google has launched a new feature for businesses to get help from customers as the pandemic takes its toll.

What the pandemic-friendly future of nursing home visits could look like

Families yearning to visit their elderly, high-risk loved ones who are trapped inside adult care facilities might have a sleek, new solution thanks to a Brooklyn-based interior designer. Avigail

Chip and Joanna Gaines are reopening Magnolia Market to fans with new safety measures this June

Although Chip and Joanna Gaines are famous for their HGTV show, they’re equally popular for the real-life experiences they’ve created in Waco, Texas, including Magnolia Market.

Minions and Gru in WHO public health announcement for children

The animated characters offer tips on keeping active and being kind.

Minions and Gru in WHO public health announcement for children

The animated characters offer tips on keeping active and being kind.

Report: Local News Stations Run Segments Scripted and Produced by Amazon

According to a recent report, local news stations across the United States have run news segments scripted and produced by e-commerce giant Amazon. Unsurprisingly, the segments were overly positive about Jeff Bezos' company and its employment practices.

AT&T launches HBO Max, vying with Netflix, others for quarantine viewing

(Reuters) - AT&T’s WarnerMedia division launches its HBO Max streaming service on Wednesday, taking on Netflix, Disney and Amazon at a time when coronavirus lockdowns have boosted demand for streaming even as rising unemployment has cut disposable incomes.

Wife Narrates Last Moments With Late Benga Maestro Jimmy Wayuni

“I started getting worried after calling him persistently and he was not picking yet the phone was ringing. His ...

Jamie Foxx defends Jimmy Fallon over SNL blackface backlash

The actor said there are more important issues to worry about.

BTS’s V receives massive love from Korean music critics and vocal trainers

Aside from reaching new heights with his solo fan cams and re-writing k-pop history with his first-ever music project as an individual artist, V of …

Lovelyz members shine in Woollim Entertainment's new trailer for 'Relay'

Woollim Entertainment artists will be releasing their very first agency-wide song and Lovelyz is the latest group to star in their individual trailer.…

Bob Dylan Says ‘Pop Entertainment Means Nothing To Me’

Pop music is not doing much for Bob Dylan. Dylan, 79, sat down with American Songwriter and expressed his thoughts about popular entertainment. The "Knockin' On Heaven's Door" singer tried not to paint the artist or the genre with a broad stroke but expressed some of its more problematic aspects. RELATED: G-Eazy Tackles Bob Dylan…

The Raconteurs to Release Live EP and Documentary

It will be out this Friday

HBO Max launches with all eight Harry Potter movies available for streaming

That's our lockdown (or two days of it) sorted...

Ed Sheeran's mum 'forced to close jewellery business during coronavirus crisis'

Ed Sheeran's mum makes jewellery based on sweets.

DC comic book movies you shouldn’t miss on HBO Max

The Doom Patrol Liker has logged on

Golden Globes Announces Rule Changes For 2021 Awards

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association has announced some big rule changes in the qualifications required for Golden Globe nominations in some categories. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the latest rule changes follow on the heels of earlier changes that suspended its requirement that a film must premiere theatrically in order to be considered, a rule change…

They laughed at me but I did it first! - Davido says as his song Fall is certified gold in the US

Davido’s Fall has been certified Gold in the United States. The singer shared the news on his Twitter page and bragged about being the first to achieve the feat

Trump threatens to shut down social-media platforms after Twitter put a fact-check warning on his false tweets

"We will strongly regulate, or close them down, before we can ever allow this to happen," President Donald Trump tweeted early Wednesday.

Over 1,300 teachers engaged in Dharmapuri and Harur

A total of 1,306 teachers and accompanying staff were engaged for the evaluation of answer scripts at four evaluation centres in Dharmapuri and Harur. In the view of COVID-19 pandemic, the number of e

You Haven’t Lived Until You’ve Visited an Alpaca Farm. 20+ Pics to Show You Why

When you first think of farm animals, sheep and cows might come to mind before you think of alpacas... but they have actually been domesticated for thousands of years... and with good reason. These adorable cousins to llamas are so precious, you should want to make a day out of visiting them.

Joyce Manor Announce New Compilation Album, Songs From Northern Torrance

Listen to House Warning Party, taken from Joyce Manor's upcoming rarities album.

The Lawrence Arms Have Announced Their First Album In Six Years

Chicago trio The Lawrence Arms have confirmed details of album number seven, Skeleton Coast.

Taking a break for beauty

Virtual, 30-minute art breaks organized by the Harvard Art Museums are designed to help doctors briefly disengage from the pressures and stresses of their work in the age of coronavirus.

Timepass with Gautham Menon | 'There will be an explosion of medical thrillers now'

The free-wheeling conversation organised by The New Indian Express also saw Gautham touch upon content for digital platforms, something that he wished more filmmakers would take to.

'We're Ready,' NASA Ready to Launch First SpaceX Flight; Take-off Tonight

Launch of the mission, dubbed Launch America, is scheduled for 4.33 p.m. EDT on Wednesday.

SpaceX ready to launch NASA astronauts, back on home turf

"We're launching American astronauts on American rockets from American soil. We haven't done this really since 2011, so this is a unique moment in time," Bridenstine told The Associated Press.

NASA chief "all in" for Tom Cruise to film on space station

NASA is rolling out the International Space Station's red carpet for Tom Cruise.

Commercial crew astronauts accept risks of test flight

The Crew Dragon astronauts say they understand and accept the risks of a new spacecraft, which they believe can’t be boiled down to a single number.

Watch Live As SpaceX And NASA Launch Two Astronauts To The ISS Today

Today, Wednesday, May 27 at 4.33 pm EDT two NASA astronauts might fly to the International Space Station (ISS) onboard a private spacecraft in a historic l

SpaceX on cusp of launching astronauts, back on home turf

With bad weather threatening a delay, two NASA astronauts suited up for the launch of a SpaceX rocket ship Wednesday on a history-making flight to the International Space Station that was seen as a giant ...

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in South Carolina

Still days away from the official start of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season and the Southeast coast of the U.S. on Wednesday was dealing with its second named tropical system in less than two weeks.

Facebook Canada partners with Indiegraf to support independent local journalism

Facebook Canada announced that it has partnered with Indiegraf, which is a network of journalists and independent digital publishers.

NASA and SpaceX Launch From Cape Canaveral Today – How To Watch

Today marks the first time since 2011 that American astronauts have lifted off from American soil in an American made space craft.

2 U.S. astronauts arrive at launch pad for SpaceX launch

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.

Surprise! All 8 Harry Potter movies are on HBO Max

Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter all in one place?

Shop talk: Covid test centres could be opened on high streets to help public with accessibility

Empty shops on Scotland's high streets could be turned into coronavirus testing centres, as the nation moves into the next phase of tackling the virus.

SpaceX's Crew Dragon toilet is on the ceiling of the spaceship — and no one wants to talk about it

"That toilet? Ah, we'll let you know how it works out," NASA astronaut Doug Hurley said. "We'll try it out, and we'll let you know when we get back."

'We'll let you know how it works out': SpaceX's Crew Dragon spaceship toilet is a secret that apparently no one can or wants to talk about

"I don't know the potty answer to the potty question," SpaceX's vice president of mission assurance said, providing no details about the commode.

Terrestrial bacteria can grow on nutrients from space

No matter how well astronauts and material are decontaminated, co-traveling microorganisms cannot be prevented

Novel antiviral, antibacterial surface can reduce hospital-acquired infections

The novel coronavirus pandemic has caused an increased demand for antimicrobial treatments that can keep surfaces clean, particularly in health care settings.

Turtle smashes through car windshield and nearly decapitates passenger

'If that glass wasn't as thick as it was and I didn't slow down the way I did when I saw the object coming, it would have been disastrous,'

Five-month-old baby dies after being given turtle's blood to drink to protect her from coronavirus in the Dominican Republic

The five-month-old girl from the Dominican Republic died after drinking turtle blood to protect her from coronavirus. Her relatives are said to be 'serious but stable.'

Scientists discover two anti-inflammatory drugs that inhibit COVID-19 infection

Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and its rapid spread, the scientific community has been working on developing an effective treatment for the virus responsible for the disease.

Researchers use whole living cells as 'templates' to seek for bioactive molecules

A study performed by researchers at the Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (IQAC) from the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) pioneers the use of whole living cells (human lung adenocarcinoma) ...

Scientists are using AI to predict which lung cancer patients will relapse

A new AI tool could predict which lung cancer patients will suffer a relapse by analyzing genetic data and pathology images

New bid for 27 self-build and custom-built homes in Suffolk village

Plans for up to 27 new homes in Melton have been re-submitted by developers.

Creepy video shows how coronavirus droplets spread in indoor spaces

Researchers in Finland have released a chilling video that shows how coronavirus droplets can spread in indoor spaces.

SpaceX Launch: 40% chance of good weather for historic flight, forecasters say

Today, America will see its first astronaut launch to orbit in nearly a decade -- if the weather allows it.

What you'll be able to see in the night sky in the weeks to come

Including tonight's launch of The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida

SpaceX and NASA will broadcast live radio chatter from the astronauts on Wednesday’s historic launch. Here’s how to listen.

SpaceX is preparing for its first crewed launch ever: Its Crew Dragon spaceship is scheduled to carry two NASA astronauts into orbit on Wednesday, starting at 4:33 p.m. ET.

Matan Torah and Fake News: Who Was Controlling the Media at Mt. Sinai? – The Tamar Yonah Show [audio]

What really happened at Mount Sinai? What lessons do we have to learn from angels, lies, and other fake news? Tamar Yonah speaks with Rabbi Avraham Shira, about Jewish mysticism, the story of Shavuot, and the fake news that leads people the wrong way from pandemics to idol worshipping. Check out his website at: www.AvrahamShira.com

This Incredible Cover of Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do" Might Be by Her Brother

The cover was featured on Killing Eve, and fans are convinced it's sung by Taylor Swift's brother Austin.

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How to watch HBO Max on Android in the UK

Find out how to use a VPN in order install the HBO Max app on your Android device

Testing Positive For COVID-19 Again After Recovery – What You Should Know

Recovered corona patients are not infectious.

Two COVID-19 patients discharged

Two COVID-19 patients from the district who were under treatment have been discharged on Wednesday after they tested negative, according to the Health Department officials. No new cases were reported

KSA lifts ban on private-sector workplace attendance

Riyadh – Mubasher: The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has lifted the ban on workplace attendance in the private sector after the GCC nation’s coronavirus (COVID-19) tally recorded 78,541. In addition, government employees …

Conor McGregor lost the GOAT argument — badly — but he’s super rich so HA!

Conor McGregor lost the "GOAT" argument so his coach pulled the money card to prove "Notorious" is the greatest prize fighter in history.

The Best Fall 2020 Fashion Campaigns

Tracking all the top fashion ads of the upcoming season.

Cricket: Preparations continue for T20 World Cup this year, says ICC

The International Cricket Council has told Reuters it is continuing its preparations for the Twenty20 World Cup to be held in Australia in ...

Empty Japan stadiums could soon hear the sound of app-lause

A new Japanese smartphone app will allow fans to send virtual cheers and jeers to sports stadiums in the hope of creating atmosphere at matches played behind closed doors due to coronavirus.

Breaking Bad In MCU: Giancarlo Esposito To Join Hands With Marvel Cinematic Universe

There has been a lot of talk over the future of Marvel Cinematic Universe. According to the reports, Breaking Bad actor will join MCU

Calm Added 5 Soothing Disney Songs to Its Library, So You Can Magically Drift Off to Sleep

A dream is a wish your heart makes — and your wish for serene music has come true. If you're a Disney fan and have the Calm meditation app, we have great

Fox's Napolitano to Trump: First Amendment 'does not regulate Twitter'

Fox News legal analyst Andrew Napolitano said Wednesday that President Trump faces an uphill battle with his threat to regulate social media platforms like Twitter.

Get your art on with these Xbox colouring pages

Love art? Need to look away from a screen for a while? Just love colouring? Xbox has you covered, with four Xbox colouring pages to keep you entertained.

Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best is hosting a Hidden Temple-style show for young, wannabe Jedi

I’m upset this is only for kids