Americans spend holiday at beaches and parks as virus death toll nears 100,000

(Reuters) - Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, even as the U.S. death toll from COVID-19 fast approaches 100,000.

Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000

All 50 states in the US have relaxed coronavirus restrictions to some degree

Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000

All 50 states in the US have relaxed coronavirus restrictions to some degree

Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as COVID-19 death toll nears 100,000

Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a ...

Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000

Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a constant reminder that the world is still battling the coronavirus pandemic.

Hong Kong security chief warns of 'terrorism' as government backs new security laws

Hong Kong's security chief said "terrorism" was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing's plans to introduce nation

Hong Kong Security Chief Warns of Growing ‘Terrorism’ as Govt Backs Beijing’s Planned Laws

A masked anti-government protester holds a flag supporting Hong Kong independence during a march against Beijing’s plans to impose national … Hong Kong Security Chief Warns of Growing ‘Terrorism’ as Govt Backs Beijing’s Planned Laws Read More »

Hong Kong security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

More than 180 people were arrested on Sunday as authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse anti-government protesters

HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism' as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws

HONG KONG, May 25 — Hong Kong's security chief said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied today behind Beijing's plans to introduce national security laws and after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move. Police said they arrested more than...

Hong Kong security chief warns of growing ‘terrorism’ as government backs Beijing’s planned security laws

Police said they arrested more than 180 people on Sunday, when authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse anti-government protesters as unrest returned to the Chinese-ruled city after months of relative calm.

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan

The statement is part of a flurry of coordinated messages from the city's different security services embracing the law

HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism' as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws

HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s security chief said “terrorism” was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing’s plans to introduce national security laws and after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move.

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan

Hong Kong's security chief on Monday welcomed China's plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed to defeat

HK security chief warns of growing ‘terrorism’ as govt backs Beijing's planned security laws

Police said they arrested more than 180 people on Sunday, when authorities fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse anti-government protesters as unrest returned to the Chinese-ruled city after months of relative calm.

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP

Hong Kong’s security chief on Monday welcomed China’s plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed to defeat “terrorism” and calls for independence. Beijing plans to write a new security law for Hong Kong that bans treason, subversion and sedition after months of massive, often-violent pro-democracy protests last […]

Hong Kong police embrace China’s security law plan

HONG KONG, May 25 — Hong Kong’s security chief on Monday welcomed China’s plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed to defeat “terrorism” and calls for independence. Beijing plans to write a new security law for Hong Kong that bans treason,...

Hong Kong police embrace China’s security law plan

Hong Kong's security chief on Monday welcomed China's plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed.

Crackdown as HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

Hong Kong's security chief on Monday warned "terrorism" was growing in the city as the local government rallied behind Beijing's plan to impose national security laws on the restive territory and police fired tear gas and pepper spray at thousands of people who took to the streets to protest.

Hong Kong security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as Taiwan promises assistance to people

Hong Kong's security and police chiefs said "terrorism" was growing in the city, as government departments rallied on Monday behind Beijing's plans to introduce national security laws after thousands took to the streets to protest against the move. The security legislation, which could see Chinese intelligence agencies set up bases…

HK security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism'

Protests are expected to resume on Wednesday, when the city's legislature is scheduled to give a second reading of a bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem.

Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong's special status on law fears

TAIPEI (Reuters) - China’s planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest.

Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong’s special status on law fears

TAIPEI, May 25 — China’s planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest. China is proposing the new legislation for the...

Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong’s special status on law fears

China proposes path to imposing rules used against dissidents on the mainland

'Double standards and hypocrisy': Hong Kong gov't rebukes foreign criticism over national security law plan | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP

The Hong Kong government has rebuked concerns from foreign politicians over Beijing’s plan to impose national security laws in the city, calling it “alarmist speculation.” It came after a chorus of international criticism of China’s National People’s Congress decision to draft a law prohibiting secession, sedition and subversion in Hong Kong. The controversial laws may […]

Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong's special status on law fears

China's planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest. China is proposing the new legislation for the Chinese-ruled city after

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

Japan has so far avoided the large outbreaks experienced in the US and Europe despite softer restrictions.

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl. Compared to

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide.

Japan to lift Covid-19 emergency

The country has been spared the worst of the pandemic.

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency but urges caution

Compared with hard-hit areas in Europe, the United States, Russia and Brazil, Japan has been spared the worst of the pandemic, with 16,581 infections and 830 deaths

Japan ends state of emergency

Economy Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura told reporters that experts on a government-commissioned panel approved the plan to end the state of emergency that has lasted for more than a month and a half.

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl.

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.

Japan lifts virus emergency

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

Rest of World News: Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after

There were fears packed Tokyo could become a hotbed for the virus

Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl. Compared with hard-hit areas in Europe, the United States, Russia and Brazil, Japan has been spared the worst of the

Japan lifts national state of emergency

Japan has lifted its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus, after new cases slowed to a crawl in the country with the world's third-biggest economy.

Japan’s Abe lifts state of emergency, says virus outbreak under control

Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday lifted the state of emergency imposed nationally to combat coronavirus following a sharp decline in the number of new cases.

Japan to lift coronavirus emergency in Tokyo and other areas

Japan is set to lift the coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other prefectures, which are still on alert, according to the Nikkei Asian R

Japan COVID-19: Plans to fully lift the state of emergency in Tokyo

By NewsDesk  @infectiousdiseasenews As of Sunday, 16,550 COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in Japan, including 820 deaths. Last Thursday, Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced the partial lifting of the state of emergency in much of Japan. “Based upon the assessment by the experts on the current situation such as the epidemiological situation and medical treatment …

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide.

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

Compared to hard-hit areas in Europe, the United States, Russia and Brazil, Japan has been spared the worst of the pandemic, with 16,581 cases in total and 830 deaths.

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow down

The country has been spared the worst of the pandemic.

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.

Thailand reports 2 new coronavirus cases, 1 more death

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand confirmed two new coronavirus cases and one additional death on Monday, a health ministry spokesman said.

Philippines posts five new coronavirus deaths, 284 infections

MANILA (Reuters) - The Philippines’ health ministry on Monday reported five additional novel coronavirus deaths and 284 more infections, the largest daily increase of cases in two weeks.

Indonesia reports 479 new coronavirus cases

JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesia reported 479 new cases of the novel coronavirus on Monday, taking the total in the Southeast Asian nation to 22,750, Health Ministry official Achmad Yurianto said.

Thailand reports 2 new coronavirus cases, 1 more death

BANGKOK, May 25 — Thailand confirmed two new coronavirus cases and one additional death today, a health ministry spokesman said. The new numbers brought the total number of cases in the South-east Asian country to 3,042 and deaths to 57 since the outbreak began in January, said Taweesin...

Malaysia reports 172 new coronavirus cases, most of them foreigners

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Malaysia reported 172 new coronavirus cases on Monday, most of them foreigners held at immigration depots, and taking the total number of infections in the country to 7,417.

Indonesia reports 479 new Coronavirus cases

Indonesia reported 479 new cases of the novel Coronavirus on Monday, taking the total in the Southeast Asian nation to 22,750...

Covid-19 outbreak: Two new confirmed infections on Sun.; no related fatalities reported

Just two new confirmed coronavirus infections were reported in Greece on Sunday, over the previous 24 hours, while no related fatalities were recorded.

China's aggressive push for Hong Kong national security laws could lead to US sanctions, White House official says, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The White House national security adviser, Robert O'Brien, said China's actions indicated the country was "going to basically take over Hong Kong.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

WH Adviser O’Brien: US will likely impose economic sanctions on Hong Kong and China if …

Speaking on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday, White House National Security Adviser Robert O'Brien said, “the US will likely impose economic sanctions

China's aggressive push for Hong Kong national security laws could lead to US sanctions, White House official says

The White House national security adviser, Robert O'Brien, said China's actions indicated the country was "going to basically take over Hong Kong."

US says China's HK national security law could lead to sanctions

China's proposed national security legislation for Hong Kong could lead to US sanctions and threaten the city's status as a financial hub, the White House has said.

China’s aggressive push for Hong Kong national security laws could lead to US sanctions, White House official says

The White House national security adviser, Robert O’Brien, on Sunday said China’s aggressive move to force national security laws on Hong Kong might result in US sanctions.

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Beijing has warned the US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law. China plans to impose legislation on the semi-autonomous

US aide renews warning on China's proposed law for Hong Kong

A top White House aide renewed a warning on Sunday that the US might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new ...

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

BEIJING, May 25 — Beijing has warned the US that it will take “every necessary measure” to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong’s special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law. China plans to impose...

China's aggressive push for Hong Kong national security laws could lead to US sanctions, White House says

White House national security adviser Robert O'Brien said on Sunday that China's aggressive move to force national security laws on Hong Kong may result in US sanctions.

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Beijing has warned US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned that Washington might revoke Hong Kong's special trading privileges

China says to take action if U.S. undermines its interests in Hong Kong

China says to take action if U.S. undermines its interests in Hong Kong

'A tragedy': Top aide warns US may revoke Hong Kong privileges over China-led national security law | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP

A top White House aide renewed a warning on Sunday that the US might revoke Hong Kong’s special trading privileges if China enacts a tough new security law covering the territory. The warning from national security advisor Robert O’Brien came amid soaring tensions between Washington and Beijing, and only hours after China’s foreign minister Wang Yi […]

Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

The Airbus A-320 from Lahore to Karachi was 15 nautical miles from the Jinnah International Airport, flying at an altitude of 10,000 feet above the ground instead of 7,000 when the Air Traffic Control (ATC) issued its first warning to lower the plane's altitude, Geo News quoted an ATC report as saying.

PIA crash: Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude

The claim is being made based on an ATC report seen by Geo News

Pilot Of Crashed PIA Plane Ignored Warnings Thrice, Says Report

Security personnel stand beside the wreckage of a plane at the site after an aircraft crashed Karachi: The pilot of … Pilot Of Crashed PIA Plane Ignored Warnings Thrice, Says Report Read More »

Crashed Pakistan plane’s pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

The report said that the plane had enough fuel to fly for two hours and 34 minutes, while its total flying time was recorded at one hour and 33 minutes.

Pak plane crash: Pilot ignored warning about flight height from air traffic

The A320 Airbus was carrying 91 passengers and eight crew members from Lahore to Karachi on PK 8303 when it crashed in a residential area near Karachi Airport

Pakistan plane crash: Probe raises new questions

The investigators were trying to establish why the pilots not once informed the ATC of any emergency, malfunction, engine failure or fire despite the visible problems the aircraft was facing, the report said, adding that it is rare to have so many technical problems at the same time. The ATC's conduct is also being probed.

Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude

The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude and speed before the landing, saying he was satisfied and would handle the situation, according to a report on Monday. The national flag

Crashed Pak plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

Crashed Pak plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report. Instead of lowering the altitude, the pilot responded by saying that he was satisfied. When only 10 nautical miles were left till the airport, the plane was at an altitude of 7,000 feet instead of 3,000 feet, it said. The ATC issued a second warning to the pilot to lower the plane's altitude. However, the pilot responded again by stating that he was satisfied and would handle the situation, saying he was ready for landing, the report said.

Preliminary report of PIA plane crash raises new questions

Karachi: A preliminary report on the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) plane crash, in which 97 people were killed, has raised serious questions about the pilot's handling of the aircraft and what prevented the crew in the cockpit from informing

Violation of multiple SoPs led to fatal PIA plane crash

Pilot was way beyond safe landing speed and altitude as close as 4 nautical miles

Dancing with disinfectant: China's nightclubs back in the groove

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Nightclubs in China have mostly come back to life as owners and customers feel increasingly comfortable the novel coronavirus epidemic is under control, but disinfectant, disposable cups and masks have become part of the experience.

Dancing with disinfectant: China’s nightclubs back in the groove

SHANGHAI, May 25 — Nightclubs in China have mostly come back to life as owners and customers feel increasingly comfortable the novel coronavirus epidemic is under control, but disinfectant, disposable cups and masks have become part of the experience. At 44KW, a club for electronic music lovers...

Dancing with disinfectant: China's nightclubs back in the groove

Nightclubs in China have mostly come back to life as owners and customers feel increasingly comfortable the novel coronavirus epidemic is under control, but disinfectant, disposable cups and masks

Tributes pour in for Irish teen killed in Australia

The trio charged with the murder of Irish teenager Cian English had their cases mentioned in court for the first time on Monday.

Three charged in relation to death of Irish teen in Australia

Three men are due in court in Australia today charged over the death of an Irish teenager at the weekend.

Three Charged With Murder Of Carlow Teenager In Australia

A teenager and two men have been remanded in custody after they were charged with the murder of a Carlow teenager in Australia.

Man kills brother in Tharaka-Nithi

Residents blame incident on increased consumption of illicit brews.

Tributes to Irish teen pour in as three charged with his murder in Australia

Cian English (19), from Carlow, died following fall from Gold Coast apartment

Case of Irishman allegedly murdered in Australia mentioned in court

Police believe Cian English (19), from Carlow, fell trying to evade men trying to rob him

Trio charged with murder over Gold Coast balcony death remain in custody

Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fatal fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during an alleged robbery have been remanded in custody.

Trio charged with murder over Gold Coast balcony death remain in custody

Three men accused of murder over a teenager's fatal fall from the fourth floor of a Gold Coast building during an alleged robbery have been remanded in custody.

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Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners (Update)

A top German court ruled Monday that Volkswagen must buy back a diesel car it modified to appear less polluting, a decision that could influence the outcome of tens of thousands of other "dieselgate" ...

German court rules against VW in 'Dieselgate' compensation scandal

About four years after the Volkswagen Diesel scandal broke, Germany's Federal Court passes a binding rule on compensation for consumers

Germany’s highest court rules VW should offer Dieselgate compensation

Thousands of motorists can now claim damages from the carmaker.

Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners

KARLSRUHE, May 25 — A top German court ruled today that Volkswagen must buy back a diesel car it modified to appear less polluting, a decision that could influence the outcome of tens of thousands of other “dieselgate” cases. Judges at the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) in Karlsruhe...

Volkswagen car owners entitled to damages in emission scandal: German court

Germany's highest court for civil disputes ruled that those who purchased the vehicles in question are entitled in principle to receive damages

VW owners in Germany can claim damages, court rules

Court rules against carmaker for selling vehicles with manipulated diesel engines

Volkswagen scandal: Top German court rules automaker must pay 'dieselgate' compensation

Germany's top civil court has ruled against Volkswagen in the first case brought by a car owner against the automaker for emissions test cheating. The ruling sets a precedent for thousands more cases.

German court rules Volkswagen car owners entitled to damages in emissions scandal

German court rules Volkswagen car owners entitled to damages in emissions scandal

80 flights cancelled at Delhi airport; airlines follow Covid-19 guidelines

The flight schedule had been made for all airports, including those in West Bengal, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, which have decided to defer or restrict flights for now

COVID-19 lockdown: Domestic flights resume after two months

Domestic passenger flights resumed in India after a gap of two months and the country will see around 600 services on Monday, officials said. The Delhi

Domestic flights resume, passengers complain of flights being cancelled without notice: 10 points

Domestic passenger flights are resuming across airports from today. Most airports are operating 25 flights daily. As passengers queued up outside airports from Sunday night, many complained of flights being cancelled without prior notice.

Covid-19: Nearly 80 flights in Delhi, over 20 in Bengaluru cancelled, chaos at airports on day 1

Passengers whose flights were cancelled said they did not get any prior notice from airlines.

80 Flights Cancelled on First Day Domestic Flights Resume in India After Two-Month Hiatus

New Delhi (Sputnik): India suspended domestic and international air travel starting 25 March as a containment measure to mitigate COVID-19. The federal government has...

Cancelled flights, miffed passengers galore on reopening domestic flight services

Several flights still ended up getting cancelled, much to the hassle of the customers.

54 flights to land at Bengaluru Airport on first day of resuming operations

Till 9 a.m. on Monday, five flights have landed at the KIA and 17 have taken off to various destinations

Delhi-Pune, Mumbai-Patna, Ahmedabad-Delhi among first flights to take off as domestic air services resume after two months

Indian skies will open up for domestic passenger services from Monday after a gap of two months, with Delhi-Pune and Mumbai-Patna flights being among the first to take off, aviation industry sources said

Delhi's First Departure is to Pune, Mumbai's to Patna as Domestic Flight Ops Resume After 2 Months

Both the flights were operated by IndiGo. While the Delhi-Pune flight departed at 4.45 AM, the Mumbai-Patna flight took off at 6.45 AM today.

Domestic flights resume after two months; many say flights cancelled without notice

Domestic passenger flights resumed in India after a gap of two months and the country will see around 600 services on Monday.

As India resumes domestic operations partially after two months of shutdown, 82 flights cancelled on Day 1

The Centre had only allowed limited flights of about one-third capacity of the summer schedule to operate between metro cities and other destinations.

Lockdown 4.0: With strict rules, aviation sector limps back to normalcy as domestic flights resume

Mumbai: Indian skies opened up for domestic passenger services from Monday after a gap of two months, with Delhi-Pune and Mumbai-Patna flights being among the first to take off, aviation industry...

Domestic flight services resume in India after 2 months amid 630 cancellations

India Business News: Domestic passenger flights resumed in India after a gap of two months. The Delhi airport saw its first departure at 4.45 am to Pune while Mumbai airpo

Lockdown 4.0: Flight attendants back to duty as domestic services resume

Domestic flight operations resumed across the country from today except in Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal, after two months of suspension

‘Worried, but work comes first’: Flight attendants return to duty as domestic air services resume in fourth phase of coronavirus lockdown

Flight attendants on early Monday morning arrived at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport, Terminal-3, as domestic air services resumed from today

After two months of lockdown, India opens its skies for domestic air travel

After two months of nationwide lockdown, India opened its skies for domestic air travel as the first flight 6E 643 DEL-PNQ (Pune) departed from T3 terminal of Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport at 0445 hours on Monday morning.

Mumbai airport commences operations after two months; first flight departs for Pune

Domestic flights resume operations after 2 months:  The first flight departed from Mumbai airport to Patna at 6:45 AM today. The first arrival flight to Mumbai departed from Lucknow at 8:20 AM. Both flights will be operated by IndiGo

First flight from Delhi following resumption of domestic air travel to depart for Pune

First flight from Delhi following resumption of domestic air travel to depart for Pune: The first domestic flight following the resumption of flight operations is scheduled to depart from New Delhi for Pune at 4:45 am.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Flights Cancelled, No Refunds: Chaos At Airports As India Resumes Air Travel

Several passengers complained that they were not given any prior notice and were only informed of cancelled flights when their boarding pass was scanned.

Four flights cancelled in Mangaluru

Four out of six daily domestic flights scheduled from Mangaluru International Airport from May 25 were cancelled on Monday.SpiceJet and IndiGo cancelled their flights to Mumbai scheduled in the foreno

Centres issues guidelines for domestic air travel; here's what you need to do

The new guidelines listed for domestic air travel are as follows:

Thermal scanning, contactless frisking as local flights take-off

Between 40 and 45 flight arrivals and similar number of departures will take place at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport as domestic flights resume

630 cancellations as domestic flights resume in India

630 cancellations as domestic flights resume in India. According to aviation industry sources, around 630 domestic flights of Monday were cancelled due to the Centre's Sunday night announcement that there would be no flights in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh, and limited operations at major airports such as Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad.

CSMIA operates 47 flights to 14 destinations on May 26

These 47 flights were undertaken by seven domestic carriers, Mumbai International Airport Ltd ( MIAL) said in a statement.

Flight cancellations leave domestic passengers confused

India has resumed its domestic flight operations today, however flights across Indian airports are being cancelled due to various reasons including state government restrictions…

Cancellation and confusion: Resumption of domestic flights comes with a silver lining though

Air India passengers took to Twitter to air their woes

'Once-in-a-decade-type' storm lashes 1,200 kms of Western Australia's coast

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm today for the second straight day.

Severe storm lashes vast expanse of west Australian coast

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm on Monday for the second straight day. No casualties were reported from what Acting Assistant Commissioner of Western Australia

Severe storm lashes vast expanse of west Australian coast

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm on Monday for the second straight day. No casualties were reported from what Acting Assistant Commissioner of Western Australia…

Western Australia hit by 'once-in-a-decade' storm

A vast stretch of coast is lashed by torrential rain and huge swells, causing widespread damage.

Western Australia storm: 50,000 homes without power as state battered by wild weather

Remnants of ex-Tropical Cyclone Mangga whip up 100km/h wind gusts, dust storms and heavy rain as Perth and state’s south prepares for onslaught

Severe storm lashes vast expanse of west Australian coast

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm on Monday for the sec

Singapore's health ministry confirms 344 fresh COVID-19 cases

S(Reuters) - Singapore’s health ministry on Monday confirmed 344 more coronavirus cases, taking its tally of infections to 31,960.

COVID-19: Kuwait reports 9 more deaths, 665 new cases

New deaths take overall fatalities to 165; cases rise to 21,967

Ethiopia records highest daily virus cases

Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.

Ethiopia reports largest daily coronavirus positive

On Saturday the country has reported 61 new cases followed by 88 new cases on Sunday, which is the biggest figure Ethiopia reported in one day so far. Ethiopia reported 88 new coronavirus cases after conducting laboratory tests for 4048 people. Out of the 88 new confirmed cased 73 are found in the capital, Addis Ababa, according to the report of the Ministry of Health of Ethiopia. 53 of the total 88 new cases reported on Sunday have no prior contact with COVID-19 patients and no international travel history.

Iranian fuel tanker has moored at Venezuela’s El Palito refinery -TV

DUBAI: The UAE has recorded 781 new coronavirus cases overnight after conducting an additional 35,000 tests, bringing the country’s total number of known infections to 29,485, the health ministry said. There was also one fatality overnight, raising the death toll to 245, the ministry added in a report from state news agency WAM. But 561 people meanwhile were cleared from

Singapore reports lower number of 344 new coronavirus cases

Rest of World News: Out of the new infected cases, 340 are foreign workers residing in dormitories, the health ministry said. The rest four new cases are Singaporeans or

Ethiopia records highest daily Covid-19 rise with 88 new cases

Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.

Singapore reports lower number of 344 new COVID-19 cases

Singapore on Monday reported a lower number of 344 new COVID-19 cases, a majority of them foreign workers living in dormitories, taking the nationwide tally to 31,960 as the country is gearing up to lift the "circuit breaker" imposed to contain the spread of the coronavirus. Out of the new

India’s Maharashtra to Start Domestic Flights With Fewer Planes

India’s Maharashtra, home to the nation’s financial hub Mumbai, will resume commercial flights on Monday with reduced domestic services as the state struggles to contain coronavirus infection cases.

Flights resume but be prepared for cancellations, rescheduling, delays

Maharashtra agrees to 50 flights and Telangana 30 after much haggling between Centre and states

Domestic flights resume today: Here are the quarantine rules for passengers in different states

The Maharashtra government has allowed Mumbai airport to handle 50 domestic flights per day. Kolkata and Bagdogra airports to not operate any domestic flights between May 25-27.

Domestic flights resume in India despite record spike in new coronavirus cases

Domestic Air travel resumed across India on Monday, two months after the coronavirus lockdown announcement by the country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi. International flights could begin in June. With increasing number of coronavirus cases many Indian states were not willing to start the domestic flights but India's federal civil aviation minister Hardeep Puri said in a tweet this morning, "Today, we restart domestic flights. India's civil aviation is always on the forefront." Scheduled commercial passenger flights were suspended on March 25, when the Centre imposed a nationwide lockdown to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Confusion, jitters as Indian domestic flights resume

New Delhi: Domestic flights resumed in India on Monday even as coronavirus cases surge, while confusion about quarantine rules prompted jitters among passengers and the cancellation of dozens of planes.

Confusion, jitters as Indian domestic flights resume

Domestic flights resumed in India on Monday even as coronavirus cases surge, while confusion about quarantine rules prompted jitters among passengers

Confusion, jitters as Indian domestic flights resume

Domestic flights resumed in India on Monday even as coronavirus cases surge, while confusion about quarantine rules prompted jitters among passengers and the cancellation of dozens of planes.

COVID-19: Domestic Flights Resume In India Except In Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal

Elderly, pregnant ladies and kids have been advised to avoid air travel for now.

Domestic flights set to resume from today across India, excepting in Andhra, Bengal

Domestic flights set to resume from today across India, excepting in Andhra, Bengal: Domestic flight operations will resume across the country from Monday except in Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal after two months of suspension due to coronavirus-induced lockdown.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Students, migrants take the first flight home as air operations resume

Those who took first flights included paramilitary personnel, army men, students and migrants, who failed to book a ticket on special trains being run by the railways

Students, migrants take the first flight home after being grounded for weeks due to lockdown

Those who took first flights included paramilitary personnel, army men, students and migrants, who failed to book a ticket on special trains being run by the railways. Many said they shelled out more to reach the airport as there were limited public transport options available.

Maharashtra government allows 50 domestic flights per day

On Sunday evening, Civil Aviation minister Hardeep Singh Puri tweeted: “It has been a long day of hard negotiations with various state govts

Students, migrants take 1st flight home as services resume

Students, migrants take 1st flight home as services resume. Many said they shelled out more to reach the airport as there were limited public transport options available.

"Idea Of Flying Really Scary": Jitters As Domestic Flights Resume

Domestic flights resumed in the country on Monday even as coronavirus cases surge, while confusion about quarantine rules prompted jitters among passengers and the cancellation of dozens of planes.

Afghan govt frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for second day

Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival.

Ghani responds to Taliban’s gesture of goodwill, vows to release 2000 prisoners

President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani responded to the gesture of goodwill by Taliban group and vowed to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners.

Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected

A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.

Afghan president pledges to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has started the process to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a "goodwill gesture", his spokesperson said, in a move that came after the government welcomed the armed group's surprise announcement of a three-day ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.

Afghan president to free up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners after ceasefire offer

KABUL, May 25 — Afghan President Ashraf Ghani began a process yesterday to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a goodwill gesture after the insurgents proposed a surprise ceasefire during the Eid holiday. The ceasefire appeared to hold as there were no reports of fighting between the...

Taliban Prisoners Freed As Afghan Truce Holds For Second Day

Afghan authorities say they have released 100 Taliban prisoners as part of the government's response to a three-day cease-fire the militants called to mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, the Eid al-Fitr holiday.

Afghan President orders to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners

Afghan President orders to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners: Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Sunday (local time) ordered a release of up to 2,000 Taliban fighters from prison, his spokesperson Sediq Sediqqi said.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Ghani pledges release of up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani announced that his government will release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a goodwill gesture

Shocking! Mentally Disabled Minor Gangraped, Strangulated to Death by Brother, 3 Friends

The incident took place in Manoharpur district on the outskirts of Jaipur, Rajasthan. According to reports, the brother considered her a liability due to her difficulties.

Why I claimed I was dead — Teenager declared dead, buried by friends in Lagos

Ikumu, who was handed over to the police by her employer where she serves as a house help, revealed the cause of her action when she was questioned by the police

Husband arrested for getting wife killed by snake in Kerala

Husband arrested for getting wife killed by snake in Kerala: A crime branch probe into a death of a woman due to snakebite in Anchal here has turned out to be a pre-planned murder carried out by her husband, who purchased the snake allegedly to kill his wife.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Wife, children kill Ludhiana man after he attempts to rape stepdaughter, booked for murder

A woman in Ludhiana killed her husband with help from her children after he re-attempted to rape his 15-year-old stepdaughter.

Kerala man bought snakes to kill wife, police reveal after woman dies of cobra bite

The woman was first bitten by a viper on 2 March at her husband’s home and then again by a cobra within a week.

Kerala man arrested for getting wife killed by snake

In a chilling plot, a man allegedly killed his 25-year-old wife by letting a cobra bite her in her sleep near here early this month with police cracki

Jaipur: Man gangrapes, murders mentally challenged 10-year-old sister with his 3 friends

The main accused and his three friends took the 10-year-old to a secluded place, raped her and strangulated her to death on May 17. Her body was found on May 21.

Man defiles two under-age girls in Ondo

Man has been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Ondo State for sexually defiling his two girls.

Teenager fakes own death on social media to avoid financial pressure from mother

A teenager who faked her own death in order to avoid financial pressure from family members has been found and arrested by police operatives in Lagos State. On May 15, the Lagos police command received a petition by one Tony Iji on behalf of the family of one Margaret Adiya Ikumu...

Father arrested for defiling own daughters aged 6 and 9 in Ondo

The Ondo State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on Sunday announced that operatives o

Wanting to remarry, Kerala man buys cobra to kill wife with snake bite

A resident of Kerala, who wanted to remarry after taking a huge dowry from his wife, bought a cobra to kill her with snake bite.

How teenage girl faked own death to avoid financial pressure from mother

A teenage girl, Margaret Ikumu, 19, of Oni community in Oju Local Government Area of Benue, has faked her own death on social media

Man stabs wife, tries to kill self

They were known to argue often over doubts regarding woman’s affair; man is a cook in army

Amotekun nabs four suspected burglars in Osun

Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo Four suspected burglars were, on Sunday, arrested by men of the Amotekun Corps in Ila Odo, Odo Otin Local Government Area of Osun State. The leader of the gang, Sola Taiwo,...

Landlord allegedly shoots and kills ‘musician’ tenant at Ofankor

A landlord has allegedly murdered his tenant for refusing to vacate a room he has rented to him.

42-year-old injured in accident on May 13 succumbs in AIIMS

A 42-year-old man died who was injured after his motorbike met accident in Bilkharia on May 13; deceased skid with his bike and died during treatment at AIIMS Bhopal. According to the police, an injured man who were severely injured after his motorbike skid was rushed to hospital and later he died

States must seek permission to hire UP migrants, says Yogi Adityanath; govt sets up Migration Commission

He said all migrants who have returned to the state were being registered and their skills were being mapped by the administration.

Uttar Pradesh looks to provide employment, insurance to migrant workers

The State looks to set up a commission to workers’ rights, and to provide them socio-economic-legal support

Can’t take our people without permission: UP CM Yogi Adityanath says govt nod must to hire workers from state

The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of migrant labourers in the state. UP CM Yogi Adityanath also said those states, who want migrant workers back, will have to seek the state government's permission.

UP To Set Up Migration Commission To Employ Returnee Migrants

In a two-pronged strategy to secure migrant workers, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for employment of such labourers in the state and made it clear that any state that wants them from UP has to seek its permission.

Want UP workers, take our permission: Yogi Adityanath to states

UP govt to set up a commission for employment of migrant labourers

​​ With over 23 lakh workers and migrants having returned to the state till Sunday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed that a Migration Commission be set up. Adityanath also directed officials that migrant workers be given insurance so that their life is secured. The chief minister suggested that a scheme be launched to ensure their job security.

States will have to seek permission to employ workers from Uttar Pradesh, says Adityanath

The chief minister also announced a migration commission to ensure employment for workers within Uttar Pradesh.

Yogi govt to provide social security, insurance to labourers, says 'no state can take manpower from UP without govt's permission'

Yogi govt to provide social security, insurance to labourers, says 'no state can take manpower from UP without govt's permission': Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Aditynath on Monday said that the state government will provide social security and insurance to labourers and no state can take manpower from Uttar Pradesh without his government's permission.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Yogi Adityanath: States will have to seek nod before employing UP workers

The Chief Minister said that the government will carry out skill mapping of the migrant workers and will stand by them wherever they go, be it other states or countries.

Yogi Government To Form Migration Commission To Provide Migrant Workers Employment In The State

The Yogi Adityanath led Uttar Pradesh government has ordered the formation of a “Migration Commission” which will be tasked with providing employment to migrant workers who have recently returned back to the state in light of the Covid-19 lockdown, ANI has reported.

States need to ask for permission if they want UP workers back: Adityanath

As per feedback received from migrant workers who reached Uttar Pradesh, Adityanath said safeguarding their rights should get utmost attention and importance

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sets up commission for skill-mapping, job creation

The Uttar Pradesh government will form a commission for skill mapping of all its workers; whether local or migrant, returning to their homes in Uttar Pradesh. This announcement was made by UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during a live address through a portal.

UP government to set up migration panel to ensure job security

The UP government has decided to set up a migration commission in a bid to provide employment and social security to migrant workers. The commission,

If states want UP migrant workers back, they have to seek permission: CM Yogi Adityanath

As per feedback received from migrant workers who reached Uttar Pradesh, Adityanath said safeguarding their rights should get utmost attention and importance.

Uddhav Thackeray and Piyush Goyal engage in a bitter war of words over Shramik Special trains

Shramik Special trains news, Shramik Special trains schedule: Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 migrant Shramik Special trains per day, it was getting only 40.

Maharashtra: War of words between Uddhav Thackeray govt and Railway Minister over ‘Shramik Special’ trains

The political slugfest over Shramik Special trains refuses to die down between Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Railway Minister Piyush Goyal over the issue on Sunday, with the Shiv Sena chief accusing the Railways of not providing enough trains to the state despite demand.

‘Train should reach station as announced’: Shiv Sena’s reply to Piyush Goyal’s tweets

As the war of words between Shiv Sena and Railway Minister Piyush Goyal seem to not get over anytime soon, Sena leader Sanjay Raut while taking a dig at Railway Minister Piyush Goyal over the diversion of the Vasai Road-Gorakhpur Sharmik Special train via Odisha, on Monday said their only request is that train carrying migrants should reach its destination as announced.

Railways Minister Piyush Goyal's 12-Tweet Retort To Uddhav Thackeray

In a wrangle with Uddhav Thackeray over trains for migrants, Railways Minister Piyush Goyal tweeted on Sunday that his ministry would work overnight if it received within one hour a list of trains, passengers and destinations from the Maharashtra Chief Minister.

Uddhav Thackeray vs Piyush Goyal: War of words erupts between Maharashtra CM, Railways minister over Shramik trains

In his address to the state on May 24, Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 special trains per day for the state to ferry migrants home, it was getting only 40.

Jacinda Ardern 'stays cool' as earthquake hits amid live telecast

A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth of about 52 kilometres (32 miles) near Levin, about 90 kilometres north of Wellington, the US Geological Survey said.

WATCH | New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island, but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview.

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview. The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth

New Zealand PM unruffled as earthquake hits mid-interview

'Quite a decent shake here, if you see things moving behind me,' Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says, smiling

‘She is unshakable’: Twitterati in awe of New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern's calm amid earthquake

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (20:00 Sunday GMT) at a depth of about 52 kilometres near Levin, about 90 kilometres north of Wellington, the US Geological Survey said.

Beijing Warns Americans Are Pushing Countries Toward ‘New Cold War’

(Bloomberg) — The U.S. should give up its “wishful thinking” of changing China, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said, warning that some in America were pushing relations to a “new Cold War.

China warns US against sparking Cold War

Wang Yi, the Chinese foreign minister, said Sunday that the U.S. should “give up on its wishful thinking of changing China” and avoid bringing the two countries to a “new Cold War.”

President Trump's adviser compares China's handling of coronavirus to Chernobyl

The US national security adviser Robert O’Brien on Sunday drew parallels between China's handling of the coronavirus outbreak and the Soviet Union’s c

Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow

An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.

Alligator rumored to have been Hitler’s dies in Moscow

MOSCOW (AP) — An alligator that many people believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The zoo said the alligator,...

Alligator rumoured to have been Hitler’s dies in Moscow

Mad, Mad World News: An alligator that many believed to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The zoo said the alligator, named Saturn, was about

Alligator who survived Berlin WWII bombing dies at 84

An alligator that many believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo

'Adolf Hitler's pet alligator' dies in Moscow

Saturn spent 74 years at the Moscow Zoo as one of the most famous attractions of the zoo, surviving on a diet of rabbit, rat and fish.

Alligator rumored to have been Hitler’s dies in Moscow

An alligator that many people believe once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo.

Father batters daughters to death for being loud

The incident took place in Banethu village in Sant Kabir Nagar on Sunday night

Mad man burnt to death for killing 5 kids of same parents in Ogun

A mad man identified as Oladele Adeolalunatic has been lynched and burnt to death at Asa Village in Ojaodan, Ogun state for killing 5 children of same parents. The 35-year-old mentally deranged man was lynched on

Man drowns while rescuing friend in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: One man drowned while attempting to rescue his friend from drowning in the Devarayamjal village lake in Petbasheerabad

1st deadlines approach for laid-off workers to get health insurance

The nonpartisan Kaiser Family Foundation estimates that nearly 27 million workers and family members had lost job-based health coverage as of the start of this month.

First deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance

People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.

Window to file for government health insurance approaching for coronavirus filers

Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance

Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

One more arrested in Nashik for threatening to kill Yogi Adityanath in bomb blast

Uttar Pradesh Police's social media help desk had received a WhatsApp message in which the sender threatened to kill CM Adityanath in a bomb blast.

Man who made threat call to Yogi Adityanath handed over to UP STF

Man who made threat call to Yogi Adityanath handed over to UP STF: A 20-year-old man from Nashik, who claimed to make a threat call to kill Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in a bomb blast, has been handed over to Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF), said Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS).. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Man who threatened to kill CM Yogi Adityanath handed over to UP task force

Maharashtra Police arrested a 20-year-old man from Nashik who has accepted to have made the threatening call

Man Who Threatened To Murder CM Yogi Adityanath In A Bomb Blast Handed Over By Maharashtra ATS To UP Special Task Force

The accused from Nashik has already accepted to have made the threat call against CM Adityanath.

Promised Rs 1 crore to issue death threat to UP CM, says man

ATS officers arrested Chunnabhatti resident on Saturday

Mumbai man held for threat to Yogi: Police

After his arrest, the accused was taken to the Kalachowkie unit of the Mumbai Anti-Terrorist Squad. he confessed to the crime, said a police officer. The Mumbai police later handed over his custody to its UP counterparts.

Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19, says CMD

Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital.

Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19, says CMD

Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital.Prof...

Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19 — CMD

Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the Coronavirus at the hospital.

Two trucks crash at petrol station in Warrenheip

Two trucks have crashed in a serious incident at Warrenheip, with one truck careering into a petrol bowser.

No missing the boat for this Gold Coast driver

A man has been taken to hospital after suffering a medical episode.

No missing the boat for this Gold Coast driver

A man has been taken to hospital after suffering a medical episode.

No missing the boat for this Gold Coast driver

A man has been taken to hospital after suffering a medical episode.

Structure Fire Near the Santa Barbara Airport

The Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to a structure fire near the Santa Barbara Airport early Monday morning.

Pampa fire crews respond to Sunday morning restaurant fire

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases versus 3 a day earlier

BEIJING: China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-Sunday (May 24), up from three a day earlier, the National ...

China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan

Out of the 40 new asymptomatic cases, 38 were reported in Wuhan, which is currently undergoing mass testing of its over 11.2 million people after a spike in the asymptomatic cases.

China's Hubei reports no new confirmed COVID-19 cases

China's Hubei reports no new confirmed COVID-19 cases: No new confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported in central China's Hubei Province on Sunday, the provincial health commission said .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan

China has reported 51 new coronavirus cases including 40 asymptomatic infections, majority of them in the contagion's first epicentre Wuhan, where over six million tests have been conducted in the

China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs three a day earlier

BEIJING (Reuters) - China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.

China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs 3 a day earlier

All of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas.

No new cases of Covid-19 confirmed in Louth in latest figures

Covid-19

No new Covid-19 cases confirmed in Louth - Talk of the Town

There were no new cases of Covid-19 reported in Louth in the latest figures released last night. That means that there remains 756 confirmed cases in the county as of midnight on Friday May 22nd. There have now been a total 1,608 COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland. As of 11am Sunday 24 May the HPSC...Read More→

China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan

All of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas.

Covid-19 update: 528 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Tipperary

There were four additional deaths related to Covid-19 in Ireland according to the latest figures from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre released on Sunday. There have now been a total 1,6...

China reports 11 new mainland Covid-19 cases vs 3 a day earlier

BEIJING, May 25 — China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported. The commission said in a statement all of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas. Ten of...

China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs three a day earlier

China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported. The commission said in a statement all of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas. Ten of the new cases were in

China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs 3 a day earlier

BEIJING — China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.

China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan

China has reported 51 new coronavirus cases including 40 asymptomatic infections, majority of them in the contagion's first epicentre Wuhan, where over six million tests have been conducted in the last 10 days, health officials said on Monday. The country's National Health Commission (NHC) said

"We have suppressed Covid-19" - No new deaths for the first time since mid-March

There have been no new deaths reported to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre today. The total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland is 1,606*. As of 11am Monday 25 May the HPSC has been ...

Osun discharges 2 COVID-19 patients, records 2 new cases

The Osun Government says it has discharged two more Coronavirus patients from its isolation and treatment centre.

Osun discharges 2 COVID-19 patients, records 2 new cases

The Osun Government says it has discharged two more coronavirus patients from its isolation and treatment centre.

Osun discharges two COVID-19 patients - The Nation Nigeria

The Osun government says it has discharged two more coronavirus patients from its isolation and treatment centre.The State Commissioner for Health...

They give us food all the time, NO DRUGS – Coronavirus patients in Niger

Coronavirus patients in Niger state have called out the state government over alleged poor treatments meted to them at the isolation center in Minna. According to The Nation, some of the patients who spoke to newsmen

IAF to operationalise No.18 Squadron at Coimbatore

The Indian Air Force (IAF) will operationalise its No.18 Squadron at Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu on May 27, equipping it with the fourth generation LCA Tejas aircraft.

AF’s second LCA squadron to spread wings from Sulur in T.N. on Wednesday

Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria to operationalise the unit

Supersonic Tejas aircraft to be inducted 27 May

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal R K S Bhadauria will operationalise the No 18 Squadron ‘Flying Bullets’ of the Indian Air Force on 27 May with the induction of supersonic LCA Tejas aircraft. The event will be held at Air Force Station, Sulur near Coimbatore. Continue Reading →

IAF to operationalise second Tejas squadron in Tamil Nadu on Wed

IAF to operationalise second Tejas squadron in Tamil Nadu on Wed. The Tejas is a fourth generation combat aircraft developed by Aeronautical Development Agency and the Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. It is equipped with fly-by-wire flight control system, integrated digital avionics and multimode radar.

5-year-old flies alone from Delhi to Bengaluru, meets mother after 3 months

As domestic flights resumed across the country after two months because of the coronavirus lockdown, a little boy in Bengaluru airport carrying a 'special category' ticket was among the most loving sights of the day.

5-year-old boy travels alone from Delhi to Bengaluru as flight operations begin, meets mother after 3 months

Vihaan Sharma, 5, who was stuck in Delhi following the coronavirus-induced lockdown, arrived in Bengaluru on Monday, nearly after three months.

5-yr-old reunites with parents in Bengaluru as flights resume

5-yr-old reunites with parents in Bengaluru as flights resume. Vihaan Sharma went on a small holiday to Delhi to visit his grandparents in February. However, that vacation got prolonged as a coronavirus lockdown was imposed pan India in March.

5-Year Old Flies Alone To Meet Mother!

BENGALURU: As the domestic air travel operations resumed from Monday nearly after two months because of COVID-19 lockdown, a five-year-old little boy travelled alone from from Delhi to Bengaluru and

China firmly opposes latest US sanctions against Chinese firms over Xinjiang

BEIJING, May 25 — China’s foreign ministry says it deplores and firmly opposes the latest US sanctions against Chinese firms over Xinjiang, adding that it is purely China’s internal affair. China’s foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian made the comments Monday at a daily briefing. The US...

Beijing vows to shield firms from US sanctions over Xinjiang

Beijing on Monday vowed to shield a Chinese government institute and eight companies sanctioned by the US over alleged human rights violations in the restive Xinjiang region, where China is accused of mass repression of mostly Muslim minorities.

China firmly opposes latest U.S. sanctions against Chinese firms over Xinjiang

China firmly opposes latest U.S. sanctions against Chinese firms over Xinjiang

China condemns US blacklisting dozens of its firms

China condemned the U.S. adding 33 Chinese entities to a trade blacklist, a move that risks potential retaliation from Beijing as tensions between the world’s two-biggest economies deteriorate further.

China demands US withdraw sanctions on tech suppliers

China demand Monday that Washington withdraw export sanctions imposed on Chinese companies in the latest round of a worsening conflict over technology, security and human rights.

Coronavirus: Bihar records 180 new COVID-19 cases, tally nearing 2,600

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 4 lakh each to the families of those who died due to COVID-19.

51 more police personnel test positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra

51 more policemen tested positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra, taking the total number of personnel affected by coronavirus in the state to 1,809 on Monday.

Karnataka COVID-19 Tracker: 69 new cases reported on Monday; state tally climbs to 2,158

Karnataka reported 69 fresh cases of coronavirus on Monday, taking the state tally to 2,158. So far, 680 people have been cured and discharged while 43 succumbed to the virus, informed the state health department. Out of the 69 cases, 51 are returnees from Maharashtra.

54 New Cases of Coronavirus Reported in Uttar Pradesh, 161 Died so far -

On Sunday, 254 new cases of Covid-19 infected were reported in Uttar Pradesh. Also, the number of people who lost

Andhra Pradesh Latest COVID-19 Updates

AMARAVATHI: Andhra Pradesh on Saturday reported 44 new cases of novel coronavirus on Sunday taking the state's tally to 2,671.  According to the state health bulletin released on Monday, 10,240

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Full list of COVID-19 containment zones from Colaba in SoBo to Borivali in West and Mulund in East issued by BMC as of May 25

Maharashtra COVID-19 Tracker: State records 3041 new cases, state tally of positive cases stand at 50231

On Monday, Maharashtra recorded 3041 fresh COVID-19 cases thus taking the total positive cases to 50231, as per reports by the state Health department.

8 succumb to COVID-19 in a day, dist toll hits 272

On same day, 258 new cases were reported in Pune district, taking total to 5,694

Bihar records 180 new COVID-19 cases, tally nearing 2,600

Bihar has reported 180 new cases of COVID-19 from 15 districts, pushing the tally to 2,574 in the state, the health department said. Of the fresh cases, Nawada and East Champaran accounted for 11 each and the state capital Patna recorded four new infections, it said. The health department, in a

Covid-19: 62 new cases, three deaths in Telangana on Monday

Hyderabad: Health authorities on Monday reported 62 new covid-19 positive cases and three fatalities.

COVID-19: 69 new cases in Karnataka, death toll increases to 43

A 55-year-old woman from Bengaluru Rural became the 43rd COVID-19 casualty in Karnataka as the state reported 69 new cases of coronavirus, taking the total number of infections to 2,158.

103 more test COVID-19 positive in Odisha, total cases rise to 1,438

Odisha registered its biggest spike in COVID-19 cases on Monday with 103 more people testing positive for the disease, taking the total number of infected to 1,438, a health department official said. The new cases were reported from 16 districts, he said. The number of active cases in the state

COVID-19 cases in Assam cross 400-mark

The number of coronavirus cases in Assam rose to 427 on Monday after 35 more people tested positive for the disease, state Health and Family Welfare Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

Burundi presidential election results expected Monday

Burundi

Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president

Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs showing the ruling party's candidate on track for victory following last week's poll.

Burundi expected to announce results of presidential election Monday

Burundi's electoral commission is to announce provisional results from last week's presidential election Monday, with the outgoing head of state's handpicked successor Evariste Ndayishimiye poised to…

Burundi presidential election results expected today

Burundians voted last Wednesday to elect their president, lawmakers and local officials in a poll marked by allegations of fraud and conducted with scant attention to the coronavirus pandemic.

Burundi presidential election results expected today

Burundians voted last Wednesday.

Pending Board exams to be held at 15,000 centres across country

The exams, which were postponed in view of the coronavirus lockdown, will now be held from July 1 to July 15

CBSE class 10,12 board exams to be held at 15,000 centres across country: HRD Minister

Union Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' announced on Monday that the pending class 10 and 12 board exams which were postponed in view of the coronavirus lockdown, will be conducted at 15,000 centres across the country instead of 3,000 centres planned earlier.

Govt ramps up centres for pending class 10, 12 board exams to 15,000

The HRD ministry has already announced that students will appear for exams at schools in which they are enrolled rather than external examination centres

Pending class 10,12 board exams to be held at 15,000 centres across country

New Delhi: The pending class 10 and 12 board exams will be conducted at 15,000 centres across the country instead of 3,000 centres planned earlier, Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ''Nishank''...

Covid-19: CBSE board exams to be held in 15,000 centres to ensure physical distancing

Earlier, 3,000 centres were supposed to hold these examinations.

CBSE board exam 2020: CBSE to hold the remaining exams for Class 10, Class 12 at over 15,000 centres across India

Minister of Human Resource Development, Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ said that the pending class 10, 12 board exams will be conducted at over 15,000 examination centres across India.

CBSE increases exam centres from 3000 to 15,000 for pending board papers: HRD Minister

CBSE increased its exam centres from 3000 to 15,000 now to ensure social distancing during board exams. The board exams will begin from July 1.

Pending class 10,12 board exams to be held at 15,000 centres across country

he pending class 10 and 12 board exams will be conducted at 15,000 centres across the country instead of 3,000 centres planned earlier.

CBSE to increase exam centres to 15,000 from 3,000 due to COVID-19: HRD Ministry

The exams, which were postponed due to a nationwide lockdown imposed on March 25 to contain the spread of COVID-19, will now be held from July 1 to 15.

This Is My Problem With DP Ruto – COTU Boss Atwoli

Central Organization of Trade Union (COTU) boss Francis Atwoli has indicated that he has no personal differences with the Deputy President William Ruto despite being his harsh critic.Speaking at a

Atwoli: I’ve no grudge against DP Ruto

Cotu boss says DP is to blame for the woes he is facing in Jubilee.

Oil falls as US-China tensions take toll

Oil prices eased on Monday on concerns over rising tensions between the United States and China over Beijing's plans to impose security laws on Hong Kong and the possibility of sanctions from

Oil falls as US-China tensions take toll

Oil prices have risen sharply in recent weeks as an easing of coronavirus restrictions has led to increased demand, but the tensions between the United States and China are beginning to weigh on sentiment.

Jamia Millia Islamia organises online Eid Milan

Exchanging greetings on Google Meet, the VC said today’s world “demands this festival to be the celebration of boundless spirit of kindness and charity, renunciation and sacrifice and profound love and compassion.”

Online Eid Milan organised by Jamia Milia Islamia

The Jamia Millia Islamia on Monday organised an online Eid Milan through which teachers and staff members wished each other on the occasion of Eid amid the COVID-19-induced lockdown

Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon

A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter....

Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon – embassy

Her death comes days after a rights group complained about the shelter she was in

'We're expendable': black Americans pay the price as states lift lockdowns

Experts warn reopening states could have dire consequences on public health, and black Americans already face greater risk

Joe Biden forced to make his fundraisers fully virtual – bar the price tag

The pandemic has led the presumptive Democratic nominee, like other politicians to take his high-dollar events online

Australia's severe bushfire season was predicted and will be repeated, inquiry told

Forecasts that turned out to be accurate were made available to governments and fire agencies in the middle of 2019

Frydenberg’s changes to shareholder class actions smack of ‘cronyism’, lawyers say

The move has been made using emergency Covid-19 powers and favours company directors, they say

Moment angry farmer covers Mercedes in SLURRY after owner parked on his field 'to go to the beach'

The tractor driver fired muck all over the luxury car near a gate on his farm in Cornwall. A clip of the incident emerged after people flocked to the coast to enjoy the warm weather over the weekend.

Travellers light bonfires, dump rubbish and empty chemical toilets next to exclusive millionaires' row at Sandbanks in Dorset where Harry Redknapp owns £3.5m seafront mansion

Around ten motorhomes descended on a car park at the exclusive peninsula in Poole. One group of men ignored social distancing rules and sat at an outdoor table, with crates of Corona beer.

Queen upsets locals at Sandringham estate by building half-mile 'eyesore' kerb to stop cars parking on roadside

Her Royal Highness, 94, had the 1,000-metre kerb erected at the royal estate near King's Lynn, Norfolk. The foot-high mound has prevented visitors from parking along the grass verge near the house.

JK Rowling offers to pay annual salary of Tweeter who used Civil Service account to accuse Boris Johnson of being an 'arrogant, offensive truth-twister'

Author J.K. Rowling has offered to reward the person who responded to Boris Johnson's Downing Street briefing last night with a tweet slamming him for sticking up for Dominic Cummings.

Beak-a-boo! First white stork chicks born in Britain for 600 years peer out of their nest for first time in historic sighting

Pictures show the moment a parent arrives at its nest at Knepp Castle near Horsham, West Sussex - with the chicks - born earlier this month thanks to the White Stork Project - clearly visible.

'What on earth is THAT?' Baffled onlookers say a 'black ring' UFO darted over the skies of famous hippy town for 40 MINUTES

Locals from Nimbin in far north New South Wales reported a mysterious black ring hovering in the sky on Wednesday afternoon.

China Says Hong Kong Judiciary to Stay Independent Under New Law

China sought to reassure Hong Kong that its judiciary would remain independent under a new national security law, as concerns grow that the city may lose one of its key selling points for international companies.

China Defends Tariffs on Australia Barley’s as Relations Sour

China was “prudent” and “restrained” in its use of trade remedy measures according to the nation’s commerce minister, who defended the recent decision to impose anti-dumping duties on Australian barley as being based on evidence.

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a nurse flying COVID-19 patients home

UAE resident travels the world transporting coronavirus-stricken patients

Marie-Antoinette's travel bag goes for royal ransom

The leather travel bag with the "Queen's room number 10" inscription went for 43,750 euros

Airbus experts to arrive in Pakistan to probe PIA plane crash

Was it a technical fault, bird-hit or pilot error?

Coronavirus: Impoverished Indian migrant couple try to sell their two-month-old, amid lockdown

COVID-19 India: Tweeps say poverty in lockdown forced the couple to take the drastic step

5 things to know for Monday, May 25, 2020

Canada is approaching 85,000 total cases of COVID-19, with Ontario in particular experiencing a spike in new cases.

U.K. leader's aide says he won't quit over lockdown road trip

British leader Boris Johnson's powerful chief aide insisted Monday that he wouldn't resign for driving the length of England while the country was under strict lockdown -- a trip he made without informing the prime minister first.

OPINION | Africa Day: A continent united in its battle against Covid-19

There are a few examples that show that African institutions of higher learning and many other organisations can play their part in collectively helping fellow Africans face the pandemic head-on, writes Nico Elema.

From 'too late' to 'reckless and senseless' - opposition parties react to easing of lockdown

Political parties have varying reactions to government's decision to move South Africa from a Level 4 to a Level 3 lockdown.

China says virus pushing US ties to brink of 'Cold War'

China has said that its relations with the United States were "on the brink of a new Cold War," fuelled partly by tensions over the coronavirus pandemic that has killed nearly 350 000 people worldwide and pitched the global economy into a massive downturn.

Okowa not chairman NEC sub-committee on COVID-19 economic growth – DTSG

Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, has debunked media reports that the governor has been appointed

Spain to welcome foreign tourists back from July

Spain, on Monday, urged foreign tourists to return from July as one of Europe’s strictest lockdowns eased, with streets gradually filling

One dies, nine injure in Ogun road crashes

One person was confirmed dead while nine others sustained various degrees of injuries in two separate road crashes in Ogun State on Sunday.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau asks bank CEOs for views on economy, COVID-19 relief: Report

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has spoken to the heads of the country's six big banks to get their views on the state of the economy and the COVID-19 relief efforts, the Globe and Mail

Donald Trump, the Most Unmanly President

Why don’t the president’s supporters hold him to their own standard of masculinity?

Pandemic Dining: Temperature Checks, Time Limits, and Dividers

The experience of eating out in Hong Kong illustrates what it’s like to visit a restaurant right now.

I’m a Chef in a Seaside Town. I’m Not an Epidemiologist.

Business owners like me face a summer of uncertainty, and I’m terrified.

Coronavirus lockdown: UPSRTC to restart operations soon, MHA nod awaited

"The start of operations and modalities will depend on the directions of the MHA and state government regarding the lockdown and its opening after May 31," he added

Coronavirus: French officials stunned as hundreds defy lockdown at football match in Strasbourg

Strasbourg authorities have been stunned as up to 400 people showed "stupidity and irresponsibility" by attending a local football match.

Juan Williams: Justice Thomas seizes his moment in the Trump era

OPINION: The longest-serving justice on the current Supreme Court is in step with President Trump’s agenda.

Pelosi makes fans as Democrat who gets under Trump's skin

Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) has assumed many roles for Democrats in the Trump era, from top campaign strategist and party spokeswoman, to impeachment chief and emblem of women's power.

The Hill's Morning Report - Presented by Facebook - US death toll nears 100,000 as country grapples with reopening

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Basagan ng Trip with Leloy Claudio: Why Christians should protest

This discussion may shake your faith or make it stronger. Historian Leloy Claudio questions the tenets of some religions with Jayeel Cornelio and Rico Villanueva.

Reports of sexual abuse of children triple during lockdown

The justice department receives nearly 280,000 reports from March to May. It blames telecommunications companies for not proactively blocking access to forms of online sexual exploitation of children

LIST: Where to get official, reliable information during typhoons

The wet season may be tougher to endure during a pandemic. Bookmark this page to know where to access key information in times of disasters.

Business stands behind government efforts to ease restrictions 

Organised business says economic recovery will require innovation and swift action.

Covid-19 frontliners’ kids not being singled out, says Dr Noor Hisham of special childcare centres

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The children of Health Ministry (MOH) staff who work as Covid-19 frontliners are not being discriminated against, with plans to open special childcare centres for them, but such measures will be to give them special attention, Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham...

Dr Noor Hisham: Confined spaces likely cause of Covid-19 clusters at immigration detention depots

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Confined spaces at immigration detention depots could be a cause of Covid-19 spreading among detainees, Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said. He said the Ministry of Health (MOH) is also looking at other detention centres, such as prisons and police...

Adidas launches reusable face mask called Face Cover

Adidas has released Face Cover, a reusable face mask made from breathable recycled material.

24-year-old Nigerian Damilola Arowolaju bags PhD in the US

A 24-year-old Nigerian man, Damilola Arowolaju, has bagged a PhD in Law from The George Washington University, in the United States of America. Damilola, who hails from Omuo Ekiti, in Ekiti East Local Government area of

Coronavirus Bracelets Are Ready to Snitch on Workers

A crop of “new” body-worn devices issue alerts about hospital patients, the quarantined, people under house arrest, and workers who fail to social distance.

Venkaiah Naidu holds review meet with officials to discuss drinking water issue in Andhra Pradesh’s Udayagiri

Vice President of India, M Venkaiah Naidu held meeting with CEO of NITI Aayog, Secretary of Drinking Water and Sanitation, and Secretary.

Wife, son of J-K Lt Governor’s advisor test positive for COVID-19

The officials said the advisor's wife and son had returned from Delhi a few days back and were staying at a guest house. The results of their samples came on Sunday night and they had tested positive for the disease, they said.

The effect of GDPR two years on

Today marks the second anniversary of the introduction of the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Sex offenders, bullying and number plates: China's parliament proposals

As delegates gather in Beijing for the annual session of China's rubber-stamp parliament, some of them have put forward proposals for laws relating to a wide range of everyday matters.

Unease in Greece as restaurants, cafes reopen

Restaurants and cafes across Greece opened ahead of schedule Monday as the country prepared to launch a shortened tourism season vital to its economy.

How social conservatives traded causes for clichés

What does it really mean to love the flag or to dislike campus snowflakes or to suggest that #MeToo has gone too far?

Lockdown should remain in place for four months as second wave of virus is 'guaranteed', professor warns

Simon Harris said on Monday that he is feeling 'optimistic'

Gardai break up brawl in Cork city as videos of mass fight on residential street examined

A string of serious public order incidents have plagued the city and suburbs over the weekend

Kanini Kega accuses Ruto's team of spreading fake impeachment motion

"They should be careful what they wish for"

DP Ruto Blames Political Enemies Over Poisonous Food Distributed In Kikuyu Branded With His Name

Deputy President William Ruto has denied reports on social media that he distributed harmful relief food to Kikuyu residents last week.Kenyans woke on Monday to reports that several residents of t

Law Soc. condemns attack on lawyer at national security law demo as ex-Hong Kong leader offers HK$300k reward | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP

The Law Society of Hong Kong has “strongly condemned” an assault on a lawyer at the anti-national security law protest on Sunday, saying that people with opposing political views must not be “silenced” by violence. According to a police post shared on Facebook, a 41-year-old man was beaten by dozens of protesters with umbrellas on […]

One dies as two accidents occur on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

One person was confirmed dead and several others injured in two separate accidents on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday.Mr Clement Oladele,...

Hopeful of returning to work, scores of migrants return home

A number of migrant workers, who have left from Maharashtra's Pune city for their native places after being rendered jobless due to the lockdown, are hopeful that the situation will normalise and they would be able to come back to work.

Earthquake Hits, NZ PM's Reaction Caught On Cam

WELLINGTON: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is again in the news. This time for staying calm while an earthquake hit while putting down her smile. During a live TV interview, Ardern looked

Greece again calls for the return of the Parthenon Sculptures

On the occasion of World Culture Day last week, Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni reiterated that the British Museum should return the stolen Parthenon

Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 to be out on May 26 at 12:30 pm: BSEB Matric Result date and time confirmed finally

The Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 will be out tomorrow, on May 26, at 12:30 pm, as per an official release. The BSEB Matric Result date and time has finally been confirmed after a long wait.

Column: Food grown in small indoor gardens offers big health benefits | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

During war times, governments have encouraged people to plant “victory gardens” with the goal that families could grow produce to help supply essential nutrients. In addition to fruits and vegetables being the major sources of vitamins A and C, they also provide a wide variety of nonessential but beneficial phytochemicals. These compounds often are the source of beautiful colors in these foods. In our bodies they do things like protect against oxidative stress.

Off the News: Six feet of safety during hurricane | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

For once, most people already have much of their hurricane emergency kit in place — including the additions of masks and hand sanitizers.

Man arrested in Waianae after punching 70-year-old in shoplifting attempt | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Honolulu police arrested a 38-year-old man after he allegedly shoplifted merchandise from a convenience store in Waianae and punched a 70-year-old man who attempted to stop him.

Letters: Find better ways to track quarantined visitors; Pub owner struggles without help; Asian Americans face epidemic of racism | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The current efforts to enforce the 14-day quarantine by becoming more and more punitive are futile. Those who are law-abiding are not a problem. Those who are not, will find a way around the law.

Shoppers line up as Ross Dress for Less stores reopens | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

If two months in isolation taught the Lutu family anything, it was this: They needed more forks.

Corrections | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

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Hawaii faithful return to in-church services | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Shawna Kim arrived Sunday at Hawaii Central Presbyterian Church in the back of Manoa Valley, a few minutes ahead of her first in-person church service since services were canceled two months ago by the state lockdown to stop the new coronavirus.

University of California system has given $68M to TMT project | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The University of California system, one of the partners seeking to build the Thirty Meter Telescope atop Mauna Kea, has invested more than $68 million in the TMT project as of April 30, according to a UC financial report.

Honolulu delays new stormwater fee program for 1 year | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

With the unanticipated onset of the coronavirus pandemic wreaking havoc on the pocketbooks of Oahu residents, officials with the Caldwell administration this week said they will delay a planned stormwater utility fee and fund until Hawaii’s economy improves.

Editorial: Council gives in to developers | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Last May, Mayor Kirk Caldwell signed into law an affordable rental housing bill that launched a five-year pilot program through which aging low-rise apartment buildings could be renovated as taller — up to six stories high — and configured with tighter living spaces to make room for more units.

Chinese American WWII vets and familes waiting on Congressional Gold Medal | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

As this coronavirus- affected Memorial Day comes and goes, the clock is ticking painfully longer on overdue recognition for some remaining veterans. It’s become especially agonizing for the families of about 20,000 Chinese Americans who lived in Hawaii and on the mainland and, like Japanese nisei and Filipino troops, fought for the country in World War II amid discrimination in society.

Oahu archers want ranges reopened | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

For more than a decade, Clifford Smith practiced archery three to four days a week at the range in Patsy T. Mink Central Oahu Regional Park in Waipio, until the March 21 closure of city parks due to the new coronavirus caused him to set aside his arrows and bows.

India coronavirus dispatch: The chances of catching Covid-19 on a plane

From the role of a constitutional court, to why increasing indebtedness is not the wisest solution, and the chances of catching Covid-19 on a plane - read these and more in today's India dispatch

Television and radio - May 25, 2020 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

On the air Listings are for Oceanic and Hawaiian Telcom analog/digital. *—premium station. Check your TV guide for latest updates. TODAY   TIME TV SPEC HT AUTO RACING Xfinity Racing Series: Alsco 300 1:30 p.m. Read More

COVID-19 Crisis Impact on Youth - Depressed, Lonely and Anxious

People in the EU aged 18-34 report being more likely to feel depressed, lonely, and anxious than those aged 35 and over. They also indicate lower levels of resilience in dealing with problems in life, and a significant decrease in life satisfaction compared to before the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

‘Like nothing we have seen in our lifetimes’: Dundee education leader highlights work needed to make schools safe

Education will "not be  like any form of learning that has been delivered before" when nurseries and schools reopen, families are being warned.

Fear of flying: Negotiating the regulations around flights sounds incredibly daunting

The sight of cabin crew kitted out in PPE will be a sight to behold, a vivid and unforgettable reminder of our dystopian new world.

Sieze LG Polymers premises, Andhra HC orders over Vizag gas leak case

The premises of the company shall be completely seized and no one be allowed to enter into the premises, including the directors of the company, the court said

Chinese state media says new chopper drone may be deployed along India border

The AR500C unmanned chopper is equipped to carry out fire strikes and also disrupt electronic circuitry of its target at heights above 15,000 feet, the Chinese state media reported.

READERS’ LETTERS: Untenable position but Dominic Cummings will stay

Sir, – Since lockdown was instigated grandparents have not seen grandchildren, people have died alone and funerals have been limited.

JUST IN: 69 Nigerians arrive from Lebanon

Fifty trafficked girls and 19 stranded Nigerians arrived from Lebanon on Sunday night.Their evacuation was at the expense of the Lebanese...

Miscreants vandalize church set of Malayalam film Minnal Murali at Kalady

In a brazen attack with a communal tone, the film set of a church built for the shoot of a Tovino Thomas movie 'Minnal Murali' has been vandalised by miscreants allegedly belonging to Bajrang Dal under Perumbavoor police station limits in Ernakulam district of Kerala.

Tripura distributes 26.88 lakh textbooks, preparations on to resume schools after lockdown

Earlier this month, the education minister said his government is contemplating to restart its schools from June 1 and resume academic activities in them from June 15.

Cahill calls for 'roadmap' for return of cancer screening services

Fianna Fáil TD for Tipperary Jackie Cahill has called for a roadmap outlining a timeframe for the return of cancer screening programmes.  The government has outlined a timeline for th...

JNU strongly advises students stranded in hostels to return home

This is to underline that the Government of India updates daily about the COVID-19 pandemic situation. At present, the number of cases in Delhi is increasing swiftly day by day, the circular asking students to return home said.

Manufacturing of PPE, N95 mask ramped up; ensuring quality: Health ministry

The statement comes following some new reports expressing concern about the quality of personal protective equipment (PPE) coverall

Scotland Govt Demands Boris Open the Borders to 'Enrich Society'

Scotland needs mass, low-skilled immigration to ‘enrich’ society and grow the economy, according to the country’s government.

Prudential Uganda donates Ush300 million in COVID -19 Food relief

Prudential,  which provides long-term protection and investment opportunities to Ugandans through innovative and affordable life assurance products, has this morning donated Ush300million towards the COVID -19 food relief. Prudential Uganda’s donation is aimed at feeding the most vulnerable and poor communities who have been affected by the lockdown that was instituted almost three months ago by the government as one of the preventative measures to control the spread of COVID -19. The Donation will be distributed by Humanitarian Operations Projects and Emergencies (HOPE) and Heal the Planet Global Organisation (HTP) on behalf of Prudential Uganda Ltd. According to Arjun Mallik, the Managing Director Prudential East Africa, communities across the country have been greatly affected by the lockdown measures designed to curb the spread of COVID -19. “These measures, while implemented with positive intent, have adversely affected the most vulnerable people in our communities, who survive by being able to access the…

Hundreds stranded as Anambra, Delta govts shut boundary with iron barriers

This is coming after allegations that all the cases of COVID-19 discovered in Anambra involved persons that sneaked into the state from other areas recently.

Buhari, family members observe Eid prayer inside Aso Villa

President Muhammadu Buhari and members of his family yesterday observed the Eid-El-Fitr prayer at the presidential quarters in line with the protocol

Coronavirus: Ninewells ward re-opened after Covid 19 closure

NHS Tayside has re-opened a haemotology ward at Ninewells Hospital to new admissions in the wake of a temporary closure due to Covid-19. Ward 34 had been closed to new patients as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the virus.

Police release CCTV images of man in store at time of Dundee attempted robbery

CCTV images of a man Dundee police say may be able to "help with enquiries" into an attempted robbery have been released.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Questions Whether Worship Is Essential

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz told reporters it is not clear worship is essential, challenging President Trump’s assertion that it is.

Maharashtra: For weary migrants taking train home, a free meal & bottled water

Since May 13, when they began with providing packed meals to passengers on board six or seven trains, they have clocked more than one lakh meals in total for those boarding the trains alone.

Several files gutted in fire at Noida Authority office, probe ordered

The fire broke out in the Industries Department of the office in Sector 6 and was reported around 8.45 am

Pakistani 'spy' pigeon carrying coded message captured along IB in Jammu and Kashmir

Indian security forces caught a pigeon suspected to be trained by Pakistan for spying from Kathua village in Jammu and Kashmir along the International Border. The pigeon was held carrying a coded message.

"Main Facebookwala Bhai Nahin. Dombivli ka original Bhai Hun": Hoodlum arrested after firing at friend

In a bizarre incident, a 24-year-old history sheeter from Dombivli opened fire on his friend following the impression that the latter was undermining his writ by refusing to pay him an extortion amount, at Diva on Sunday night.

130 People Claim to be Jeffrey Epstein's Child to Get Cut of $634M Estate

Previously, it was reported that a Jeffrey Epstein documentary was set to be released via Netflix, and a trailer for the doc surfaced as well. The ...

Perth and Kinross recycling centres set to reopen next week with distancing measures in place

Recycling centres across Perth and Kinross are being prepared for reopening from June 1 for domestic waste.

Lockdown hinders construction of road to Chhattisgarh's Maoist hot spot

Security forces had taken up the 35-km road project on a war footing, at least three CRPF camps had been set up on the stretch to create a security blanket for workers engaged in its construction

Chinese Coronavirus Outbreak in Czech Mines

PRAGUE - A coal mine in the north-eastern Czech Republic near the border with Poland has halted work after a major Covid-19 outbreak among the miners.