Trump threatens social media after Twitter puts warning on his false claims

President vows to ‘strongly regulate’ or shutter platforms that ‘silence conservative voices’ a day after Twitter added warning label on falsehoods

Trump warns social media giants that feds can ‘regulate’ or ‘close them down’ amid fight with Twitter

President Trump warned social media giants Wednesday that the federal government could “strongly regulate” or “close them down” if they continue to “silence conservative voices,” amid a flaring battle with Twitter after the platform fact-checked one of his tweets for the first time this week.

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

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

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

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

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to 'strongly regulate' or even shut down social media platforms after Twitter applied a fact-check to two of his tweets this week.

Trump threatens to shut down social media companies

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter added a warning to some of his tweets.

Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc for the first time added a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president's claims.

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after his tweets tagged

On Tuesday, Twitter for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers. 

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

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

Always-on-Twitter Trump threatens on Twitter to shut down Twitter!

The latest of the president's rants came after the platform flagged two of his tweets as unsubstantiated.

Trump Threatens To ‘Close Down’ Social Media Platforms

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

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media platforms

The spat began when Twitter labelled two of the US president's tweets as

‘Close Them Down’: Trump Threatens To Shut Down Social Media Platforms

Twitter fact-checked the president on one of his tweets for the first time Tuesday.

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

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.

Trump threatens to shut down social media giants as Twitter uses fact-check feature on his claims

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies for stifling conservative voices, a day after Twitter attached a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president's claims.

Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

Trump, withou­t offeri­ng any eviden­ce, reiter­ated his accusa­tions of politi­cal bias by techno­logy platfo­rms

Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.

WATCH | Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.

Twitter labels Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for first time

Twitter labelled two of United States President, Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday.

UPDATED: Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims. Twitter ...

Twitter labels Trump tweets as 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Trump's tweets contended without evidence that mail-in voting would lead to fraud and a "Rigged Election".

Trump threatens social media shutdown over Twitter fact-check label

Trump threatens social media shutdown over Twitter fact-check label

BREAKING: Trump threatens to shut down social media platforms

BREAKING: TrumU.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc...

Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump today threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc for the first time added a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president’s claims. Trump, without offering any evidence,...

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.

Trump threatens to regulate or shut down social media companies

WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (May 27) threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after ...

Trump threatens social media outlets with regulation, closure after fact check added to tweet

President Trump on Wednesday morning ratcheted up his feud with social media platforms, threatening to "close them down" a day after Twitter fact-checked a pair of the president's tweets on mail-in

Trump threatens shut down social media platforms after Twitter put a disinformation warning on his false tweets

President Donald Trump threatened to close down social media platforms if they censor conservative voices, after Twitter on Tuesday tagged one of his messages with a fact check warning.

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

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories. Twitter tagged just two of Trump's tweets in which he'd claimed that more mail-in voting would lead to what he called a

Trump Suggests Shuttering Social Media Platforms After Twitter Adds Fact-Check to His Tweets

President claimed without proof that social media platforms 'silence' conservatives voices

Donald Trump threatens to shut down social media as Twitter fact-checks him

President Trump hit out hours after Twitter added a 'misleading information' tag to his tweets to flag up inaccuracies

Trump Threatens To Shut Down ‘Social Media’ On Twitter After His Mail-In Ballot Tweets Fact-Checked

Donald Trump threatened on Twitter that he would close down 'social media platforms', the day after Twitter fact-checked one of his tweets.

Trump threatens to 'shut down' social media sites  - US & Canada

US President says conservative voices are silenced on social media after Twitter fact-checks several of his posts.

Twitter's fact-check label prompts Trump threat to shut down social media companies

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies for stifling conservative voices, a day after ...

Trump threatens to regulate or close down social media platforms

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

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

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

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

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

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

It is the first time the social media giant has said one of Donald Trump's tweets could be misleading.

Trump threatens social media shutdown amid checks from Twitter

The tension between social networking platform, Twitter, and Donald Trump, escalated on Wednesday when Mr Trump reacted angrily to a fact-check

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories.

Donald Trump Threatens To Close Down Social Media Platforms on a Social Media Platform

US President, Donald Trump, has today threatened to close down social media platforms over the fear that they “silence” conservative voice. In a spirited rant on his favourite social network, Twitter, he said that the ruling party will “strongly regulate” or “close them down” over this issue. “Republicans feel that Social Media Platforms totally silence […]

Twitter interfering in 2020 election, says Trump after his tweets were labelled as misleading

Twitter interfering in 2020 election, says Trump after his tweets were labelled as misleading: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) hit back at Twitter for labelling his two tweets as misleading, saying the social media platform is

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

In a statement, Twitter said Trump’s vote-by-mail tweets “contain potentially misleading information about voting processes

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning. On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to two Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots “fraudulent” and predicted that “mail boxes will be robbed,” among other things. Under the tweets, there is now a link reading “Get the facts about mail-in ballots” that guides

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

US News: For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning. On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

The site has included a link to fact checks about the claims.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning.

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

In a statement, Twitter said Trump’s vote-by-mail tweets “contain potentially misleading information about voting processes

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Donald Trump frequently amplifies misinformation, spreads abuse and uses his pulpit to personally attack private citizens and public figures alike — all forbidden under Twitter's official rules.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

The US President said Twitter's fact-check warning is stifling freedom of expression and accused the platform of interfering in the US presidential elections.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

Twitter added a warning phrase to two Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots 'fraudulent'.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning.On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to two Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots “fraudulent” and predicted that “mail boxes will be robbed,” among other things. Under the tweets, there is now a link reading “Get the facts about mail-in ballots” that guides users to a Twitter “moments” page with fact checks and news stories about Trump’s unsubstantiated claims.Until now, the president has simply blown past Twitter’s half-hearted attempts to enforce rules intended to promote civility and “healthy” conversation on its most prominent user.

Trump Miffed With Fact Check Warning On His Tweets, Says Twitter Interfering In US Elections 2020

After Twitter added a warning label for misleading information on a series of tweets by US President Donald Trump regarding 'Mail-in' voting, he is claimed that the social media site is interfering in the US Presidential elections.

Trump accuses Twitter of 'stifling' free speech after fact check

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

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

The social media giant highlighted two of Trump’s tweets that falsely claimed mail-in ballots would lead to widespread voter fraud.

Twitter adds fact-check warning to election posts by Donald Trump

Trump claimed postal voting would be “fraudulent” and that “mail boxes will be robbed”.

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

Twitter has flagged tweets from US president Donald Trump with a fact-check warning. The social media site added a warning phrase to two of Mr Trump’s tweets in which he called postal voting “fraudulent” and predicted that “mail boxes will be robbed”. Under the tweets, there is now a link reading “Get the facts about mail-in ballots” that guides users to a Twitter Moments page with fact checks and news stories about Mr Trump’s unsubstantiated claims.

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

The site has included a link to fact checks about the claims.

Twitter labels Trump tweets with fact-checking warning

Apparently, the President's tweets aren't always factually accurate

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

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

Trump accuses Twitter of ‘interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election’ after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

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

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

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

Twitter calls out US President Donald Trump, he responds

Twitter had on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by Trump.

Trump accuses Twitter of ‘interfering’ in presidential election after fact check

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

Trump claims Twitter is 'interfering in the 2020 presidential election' by fact-checking tweets

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

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

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

Donald Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering' in US election

US President Donald Trump has alleged that Twitter is "interfering" in the US election and "completely stifling" free speech, after the social media network placed a fact-checking warning on one of

Trump Accuses Twitter Of ‘Interfering’ In Election For Fact Checking His False Claim About Mail-In Voting

President Donald Trump flew into a rage on Tuesday night after Twitter used its new fact checking feature to correct...

Trump accuses Twitter of interfering in US elections

President Donald Trump has accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 U.S. election scheduled for Nov. 3 after the microblogging service

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering' with US elections after fact checking warning | ZDNet

The US President also accused Twitter of 'stifling free speech'.

Twitter is 'interfering' in the US election, 'stifling' free speech, says US President Donald Trump

The Trump Campaign alleged that Twitter was interfering with the president getting his message through to voters.

Twitter is ‘interfering’ in US election, ‘stifling’ free speech, alleges Donald Trump

On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to Trump's tweet that called mail-in ballots "fraudulent" and predicted that "mail boxes will be robbed,".

Twitter is 'interfering' in US election, 'stifling' free speech, alleges Donald Trump

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

Twitter is 'Interfering' in US Election, 'Stifling' Free Speech, Alleges Trump

US President Donald Trump has alleged that Twitter is "interfering" in the US election and 'completely stifling' free speech, after the social media

Twitter is 'interfering' in US election, 'stifling' free speech, alleges Trump

On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to Trump's tweet that called mail-in ballots "fraudulent" and predicted that "mail boxes will be robbed".

Donald Trump furious as Twitter flag his tweets with fact-check warning

US President Donald Trump has slammed Twitter after it flagged his tweets with a fact-check warning for the first time.The president had two of his tweets

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

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

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

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

Trump offers to mediate between India and China

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US ready to mediate in Indo-Chinese border dispute: Donald Trump

Trump's announcement comes at a time when India has accused the Chinese military of hindering normal patrolling by its troops along the LAC in Ladakh and Sikkim.

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

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

US ready and willing to mediate in 'raging border dispute' between India and China, says Donald Trump

Several areas along the LAC in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies recently

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

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

Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China border dispute

Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues. 'We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute

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

Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.

Trump offers to 'mediate' between India and China

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

US willing to ‘mediate or arbitrate raging border dispute’: Donald Trump on India-China standoff at LAC

Indian and Chinese troops have remained engaged in an eyeball-to-eyeball situation in several areas along the LAC in eastern Ladakh.

Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China amid face-off at LAC

In a tweet on Wednesday, Trump said he has offered to "mediate or arbitrate" the "raging border dispute" between the two countries.

Trump offers to mediate between India and China

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

Donald Trump offers to mediate India-China border issue

Tensions are running high between the US and China too with differences over trade overshadowed by public spats over the covid-19 pandemic.The Indian foreign ministry was yet to react to the offer but in the past, India has resisted offers from Trump to mediate between India and Pakistan

After Pakistan, Donald Trump Says Now Ready To Mediate India-China 'Border Dispute'

Trump had said last year that US was ready to mediate between Pakistan and India on the Kashmir issue if both sides agreed.

US is ready to mediate India-China border dispute, says Donald Trump

'We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute,' tweeted Trump.Trump's comments come in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control

Trump offers to mediate between India, China over 'raging border dispute'

Trump last year offered to mediate between India and Pakistan over Kashmir if both sides agreed but New Delhi rejected his statement

Trump offers to mediate between India, China over 'raging border dispute'

Trump last year offered to mediate between India and Pakistan over Kashmir if both sides agreed but New Delhi rejected his statement

LAC standoff | Now, Trump offers to mediate between India and China

Beijing says situation is ‘stable’ and both sides will resolve the standoff bilaterally.

US ready, willing to mediate: Trump on ‘raging’ India-China border dispute

China earlier in the day, said the situation at the border with India was “overall stable and controllable”.

Trump wades into India-China dispute with tweet to arbitrate

The US president’s offer is seen by analysts as playing to a domestic audience in US on an election year.Trump’s Twitter post came hours after China said the border situation with India was ‘stable’

India-China standoff: US President Donald Trump says ‘willing to mediate’ to diffuse border dispute

India-China standoff: In the recent past, several areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh region and North Sikkim have witnessed a major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies.

US offers to mediate between China, India on border row

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

China says situation at India border 'overall stable and controllable' 

Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian, during a media briefing here, said that China's position on the border-related issues is clear and consistent.

Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

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

Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

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

Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

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

Newsnight's Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

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

Newsnight’s Cummings coverage broke impartiality rules, BBC says

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

Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Katie Razzall took the broadcaster's place.

Emily Maitlis to miss Newsnight after BBC criticises her Dominic Cummings row coverage

Emily Maitlis will not present Wednesday's episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.

Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.

Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.

Emily Maitlis to miss Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Emily Maitlis will not present Wednesday’s episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.

Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Katie Razzall took the broadcaster’s place.

Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Emily Maitlis did not present Wednesday’s episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.In her introduction to Tuesday’s show, she said the Prime Minister’s chief adviser had “broken the rules” and “the country can see that, and it’s shocked the Government cannot”.The BBC said while Maitlis had been scheduled to present the next edition of the programme, Katie Razzall would take her place. She did not address the controversy during the programme.

BBC says Emily Maitlis speech on Cummings 'did not meet impartiality standards'

Emily Maitlis opened the Newsnight show by saying the Prime Minister's chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, had "broken the rules" and "the country can see that, and it's shocked the Government cannot"

BBC says Emily Maitlis' remarks about Dominic Cummings 'broke impartiality rules'

The British Prime Minister is standing by his senior aide despite mounting pressure to fire him.

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

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

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

Twitter fact-checks Trump as US president cries vote meddling

Twitter has, for the first time, prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact -checkers.

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims ...

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

SAN FRANCISCO, May 26 (Reuters) - Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Follows years of permissive content policies.

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

Twitter places fact-check notification on Trump tweet about mail-in ballots

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning readers his ...

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

Twitter places fact-check notification on Donald Trump tweet about mail-in ballots

Twitter on Tuesday placed a notification fact-checking tweets sent by US President Donald Trump claiming that mail-in ballots will be "substantially fraudulent" and result in a "rigged election." The

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

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

Donald Trump furious as Twitter fact-checks his tweets for the first time

Twitter said Trumps claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact-checkers, with the US president then accusing the social network of "stifling" his free speech

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

US president responds by accusing micro-blogging site of stifling free speech

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

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

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

China News: China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable," and both the countries have proper mechanism

China says situation at India border 'overall stable and controllable'

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable," and both the countries have proper mechanisms and communication channels to resolve the

China says military faceoff at India border 'stable, controllable'

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson refers to talks between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

China says the situation at India border ‘overall stable and controllable’

China's foreign ministry spokesman, Zhao Lijian said the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable,"

China says situation at India border ‘overall stable and controllable’

The foreign ministry’s remarks came a day after President Xi ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness.

'Overall stable and controllable': Amid continuing standoff, China on situation at India border

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is 'overall stable and controllable,' and both the countries have proper mechanisms and communication channels to resolve the issues through a dialogue and consultation.

Chinese foreign minister says situation along India-China LOC 'overall stable and controllable'; claims Beijing's stand on border issue is 'clear, consistent'

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable," and both the countries have proper mechanisms

China says situation at India border ‘overall stable and controllable’

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‘Overall Stable and Controllable’: China On LAC Situation

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is

Overall stable and controllable: China on situation at India border

China on Wednesday reiterated that its stance on the border issues with India is consistent and clear, stressing that the situation in the China-India border area is "overall stable and controllable."

Border faceoff is controllable: China ministry

China says situation "stable and controllable" at India border

Several areas along the LAC in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies recently, in a clear signal of escalating tension and hardening of respective positions by the two sides

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitter labeled two tweets by U.S. President Donald Trump "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network

Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitte­r target­ed two tweets Presid­ent Trump posted in which he made claims withou­t eviden­ce

Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

San Francisco - Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

Twitter stands up to Trump over facts

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time San Francisco, United States | AFP | Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets “unsubstantiated” and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts. The move drew a furious …

Twitter: Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated'

The move drew a furious response from Trump.

Trump Hits Back At Twitter After It Calls His Tweets '"Unsubstantiated"

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

Twitter rejects Trump false tweets

SAN FRANCISCO, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

Twitter labels two Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated'

Twitter has labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over some of his questionable posts.

Twitter fact checks Donald Trump

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

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact check warning, US president furious

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president ove…

Larry Kramer, playwright and AIDS activist, dies at 84

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

Larry Kramer, playwright and AIDS activist, dies at 84

NEW YORK - Larry Kramer, the playwright whose angry voice and pen raised theatregoers’ consciousness about AIDS and roused thousands to militant prote

Larry Kramer, playwright and AIDS activist, dies at 84

NEW YORK - Larry Kramer, the playwright whose angry voice and pen raised theatregoers’ consciousness about AIDS and roused thousands to militant protests in

Larry Kramer, playwright and AIDS activist, dies at 84

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

Larry Kramer, playwright and AIDS activist, dies at 84

“We have lost a giant of a man who stood up for gay rights like a warrior. His anger was needed at a time when gay men’s deaths to AIDS were being ignored by the American government,” said Elton John in a statement.

Larry Kramer, playwright and AIDS activist, dies at 84

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

Playwright And AIDS Activist Larry Kramer Dies Of Pneumonia At 84

NEW YORK (AP) — Larry Kramer, the playwright whose angry voice and pen raised theatergoers’ consciousness about AIDS and roused...

Larry Kramer, playwright and AIDS activist, dies at 84

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

Playwright and AIDS activist Larry Kramer dies at 84

He was nominated for an Academy Award for his screenplay for “Women in Love,” the 1969 adaptation of D.H. Lawrence’s novel.

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

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

'A giant of a man': Influential Aids campaigner and playwright Larry Kramer dies aged 84

Kramer’s husband confirmed that he died from died from pneumonia.

Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Police raised flags warning protesters to disperse as dozens of people were arrested.

Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans in Hong Kong before legislators later debate a bill criminalising abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong before legislators debate national anthem law

In the Central business district, police shot pepper balls at protesters and searched several people.

Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

HONG KONG (AP) — Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.Police massed outside the legislative building ahead of the session and warned protesters that if they did not disperse, they could be prosecuted.In the Central business district, police raised flags warning protesters to disperse before they shot pepper balls at the crowd and searched several people. More than 50 people in the Causeway Bay shopping district were rounded up and made to sit outside a shopping mall, while riot police with pepper spray patrolled and warned journalists to stop filming.

Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Police raised flags warning protesters to disperse as dozens of people were arrested.

Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

AP Hong Kong Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalisi

Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

Protesters gather in Hong Kong over national anthem debate

Pro-Democracy protesters gathered in their thousands in Hong Kong today as senators debated a bill making abusing the Chinese national anthem a criminal act

Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong amid Chinese anthem law debate

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autono…

Hong Kong Protests

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong before lawmakers later Wednesday debate a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city. Police massed outside the legislative building ahead of the meeting and warned protesters

Coronavirus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths

Europe has recorded about 170,000 deaths, while the US has reported more than 98,900 in a span of less than four months, more than the number of Americans killed in the Vietnam and Korean wars combined.

US nears 100K deaths as virus expands grip in many areas

Optimism over reopening economies from business shutdowns to fight the virus spurred a rally on Wall Street, even as the official U.S. death toll approached 100,000.

Virus expands grip in many areas as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported 40 newly confirmed cases – the biggest daily jump in nearly 50 days.

Virus expands grip in many areas as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported 40 newly confirmed cases – the biggest daily jump in nearly 50 days.

Virus expands grip in many areas, as U.S. nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India reported another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip across much of the globe.

Virus expands grip in many areas as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India reported another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip across much of the globe.

Virus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths

SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of — South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India reported another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip across much of the globe.

Virus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India saw another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip acr

Coronavirus expands global grip, as US nears 100,000 deaths

Outbreaks are still climbing in much of the Americas, while many countries in Asia and much of Europe are making steady progress in containing the deadliest pandemic in a century.

Virus Resurges Worldwide as US Nears 100,000 Deaths

South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India saw another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip across much of the globe.

Virus expands grip in many areas as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported 40 newly confirmed cases – the biggest daily jump in nearly 50 days.

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

The number of active coronavirus cases stands at 83,004, while 64,425 people have recovered and one patient has migrated, it said.

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

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

COVID-19: India death toll rises to 4,337

Total coronavirus cases reach 151,767 in country

Covid-19: Death Toll Rises To 4,337; Total Cases Reach 1,51,767 In India

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,337 and the total number of cases climbed to 1,51,767 in the country, registering an increase of 170 deaths and 6,387 cases in the last 24 hours

Over 6,500 new coronavirus cases in India, death toll climbs to 4,167

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,167 in the country, while the number of cases climbed to 1,45,380, registering an increase of 146 deaths and

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

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Over 6500 new cases in India, death toll climbs to 4167

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

Coronavirus updates: Cases climb to 1,51,767, death toll now 4,337

MP Raj Bhavan declared containment zone as 6 test positive; Mizoram churches offer halls as quarantine facilities

As Covid-19 cases cross 1.5 lakh, officials take solace in low fatality rate

Maharashtra's rising numbers continue to worry the nation.

As coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, officials take solace in low fatality rate

Maharashtra's rising numbers continue to worry the nation.

1.51 lakh coronavirus cases in India: 6,387 new cases, 170 deaths in 24 hours

With over 6,300 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's case tally rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday. The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said 170 people died in the last 24 hours.

Tejas inducted into 18 Squadron by IAF, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flies fighter

The first LCA-Tejas FOC standard aircraft also completed its contract flight test acceptance within 12 months of the standard of preparation release in February 2019.

Watch IAF chief RKS Bhaduria fly Tejas fighter as air force inducts 2nd LCA squadron

Air Force Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flew the LCA Tejas fighter on Wednesday at Air Force Station Sulur in Tamil Nadu.

IAF operationalises no.18 Squadron, equips it with LCA Tejas

The indigenous tailless compound delta wing aircraft was inducted at an official ceremony in the presence of Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria at the Sulur Air Force Station.

Air Force Operationalises 2nd Squadron Of Home-Made Tejas Combat Aircraft

The Indian Air Force has operationalised its No.18 Squadron, the "Flying Bullets", at Sulur near Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, equipping it with the fourth generation Mk1 LCA (Light Combat Aircraft) Tejas.

IAF To Operationalise No.18 'Flying Bullets' Squadron At Coimbatore With 4-Gen LCA Tejas Aircraft

A PIB (Defence Wing) release stated that the IAF Chief, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, will operationalise the squadron 'Flying Bullets' at the Sulur Air Force Station near Coimbatore later in the day.

Big day for IAF! Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria flies solo LCA and “Flying Bullets” is resurrected

Bhadauria has been always been pushing and supporting indigenisation of various programmes in the IAF and he has always supported the LCA.

IAF resurrects No.18 squadron, equips it with LCA Tejas aircraft

The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday (May 27) operationalised its legendary No. 18 squadron, 'Flying Bullets' equipping it with the fourth-generation LCA Tejas aircraft at the Sulur Air Force

IAF to operationalise No.18 Squadron at Coimbatore today

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

Air Force's 18th squadron ready with fourth generation Tejas jets

The No.18 Squadron will be the second one to have the home-made Tejas, after the 45 Squadron based here

IAF to Get Second Indigenous LCA Tejas Fighter Plane Squadron Today

Sulur (Tamil Nadu): Indian Air Force (IAF) chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria will operationalise No. 18 Squadron, 'Flying Bullets', of the air force at the Sulur airbase on Wednesday. The...

LCA Tejas joins IAF 18 Squadron today; Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flies fighter

LCA Tejas IAF(Indian Air Force) News: All you need to know about the newly inducted combat aircraft Tejas. Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flies fighter jet Tejas in his first solo sortie as IAF chief

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets as protests flare in financial heart

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets on Wednesday to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre, where Beijing’s proposed national security laws have revived anti-government demonstrations.

Hong Kong on edge before national anthem bill: Live updates

Hong Kong riot police have made arrests and fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

Hong Kong police fire pepper ball rounds at protesters, arrest 300 people

HONG KONG: Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday (May 27) and ...

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations. Police also surrounded the Legislative Council where a bill was due to be debated that would criminalize disrespect of…

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets as protests flare in financial heart

HONG KONG, May 27 — Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre today, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations. Police also surrounded the Legislative Council where a bill was due to...

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial center on Wednesday and arrested about 240 people as national security legislation proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse rally

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the city as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him

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

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him

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

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him

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

Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after Twitter fact check

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

Trump Threatens Twitter After Presidential Tweets Get Fact Check

The president claimed that tech giants “silence conservative voices,” and threatened to regulate them, despite not being able to.

Trump threatens Twitter with regulations, closure after site added fact-check link to tweet

President Donald Trump is threatening social media companies with new regulation or even closure after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him

US News: WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fac.

After fact check by Twitter, Trump threatens social media

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

Donald Trump threatens social media companies after tweets get warning labels

He's not impressed.

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

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

Brazil reports highest coronavirus death toll in world for fifth straight day

Brazil's daily death toll has passed 1,000 four times since the pandemic accelerated in the country a week ago. Brazil has now confirmed a total of 24,512 deaths, according to health ministry figures.

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

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

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

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

Brazil daily virus deaths again top 1,000

The country now has confirmed a total of 24,512 deaths, according to health ministry figures.

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list. Latin America's largest country, which has emerged as a new epicenter in the coronavirus pandemic, has seen its daily death toll surge past

Brazil leads daily coronavirus deaths for fifth straight day

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

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

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

Brazil leads in daily coronavirus deaths for fifth straight day

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

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

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

'Move on' says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists

LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a “very, very frustrating episode” when his closest adviser provoked outrage for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown.

'Move on' - British PM tries to draw line under adviser row

Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser provoked outrage and scorn for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown. Dominic Cummings has refused to quit after it was revealed that he…

'Move on' says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists

LONDON, May 28 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain yesterday to move on from what he described as a “very, very frustrating episode” when his closest adviser provoked outrage for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown. Dominic Cummings has refused to quit after...

"Move on" says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists

By William James and Elizabeth Piper LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a

British minister says 'move on' from rage over PM adviser Cummings' road trip

LONDON — A British minister said on Wednesday that it was time to “move on” after Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s senior adviser provoked outrage and widespread scorn by making a 400 km (250 mile) road trip during the coronavirus lockdown.

COVID-19 Informer: Boris Johnson still in hot water, US passes 100,000 coronavirus deaths

Our COVID-19 Informer will keep you up to date with everything you need to know today.

UK Minister Says Move On From Rage Over Lockdown Trip Of Boris Johnson’s Aide Dominic Cummings

Dominic Cummings said he had acted reasonably and not broken the lockdown rules. (FILE) London: A British minister said on … UK Minister Says Move On From Rage Over Lockdown Trip Of Boris Johnson’s Aide Dominic Cummings Read More »

'Move on', Britain says to outrage over PM adviser Cummings

The British government said on Wednesday that it was time to move on after Prime Minister Boris Johnson's senior adviser provoked outrage and ...

“Move on” says British PM, as row over adviser Cummings persists

LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Britain on Wednesday to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser provoked outrage for taking a long-distance drive during the coronavirus lockdown.

Coronavirus outbreak at South Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.

South Korea reports biggest spike in coronavirus cases in 49 days

South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-closed logistics facility.

South Korea reports highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days

3,600 people at a facility are being tested after 36 cases were traced back to it.

Coronavirus outbreak at S. Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.

Coronavirus outbreak at S.Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

SEOUL — South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.

South Korea sees highest daily coronavirus spike in more than a month

South Korea reported its highest daily spike in new coronavirus cases in about a month-and-a-half Wednesday —  an outbreak linked to a now-closed facility run by one of the country’s

COVID-19 outbreak at South Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce ...

Coronavirus outbreak at S.Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases

SEOUL, May 27 — South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days today, as one of the country’s largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility. The Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported 40...

Pompeo declares Hong Kong 'no longer autonomous' from China

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

Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China

The notice brings the future of Hong Kong squarely into the administration's numerous battles with China that have put the world's two largest economies at odds.

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

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

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

''Hong Kong does not continue to warrant treatment under United States laws in the same manner as U.S. laws were applied to Hong Kong before July 1997," Pompeo said in a statement.

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

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

Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China

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

Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous

The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.

Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous

The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.

Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous

The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.

Japan approves fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s cabinet approved on Wednesday a new $1.1 trillion stimulus package that includes significant direct spending, to stop the coronavirus pandemic pushing the world’s third-largest economy deeper into recession.

Japan's new stimulus package to be worth ¥117.1 tril

Japan will compile a new 117.1 trillion yen ($1.1 trillion) stimulus package that includes significant direct spending, to stop the coronavirus pandemic pushing the world's third-largest economy deeper into recession, a budget draft seen by Reuters showed on Wednesday. The stimulus, which will be funded partly by a second extra…

Japan eyes fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

TOKYO — Japan will compile a new $1.1 trillion stimulus package that includes significant direct spending, to stop the coronavirus pandemic pushing the world’s third-largest economy deeper into recession, a budget draft seen by Reuters showed on Wednesday.

Japan approves fresh $1.1 trn stimulus to combat Covid-19 economic fallout

The latest package includes 33 trillion yen in direct spending, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said.

Japan approves fresh $1.1-trillion stimulus to combat economic impact of coronavirus

The record stimulus of 117 trillion yen, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, followed another 117 trillion yen package rolled out last month

Japan approves fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat coronavirus pain

The record stimulus of 117 trillion yen, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, followed another 117 trillion yen package rolled out last month.

Japan eyes fresh $1.1t stimulus to combat pandemic pain

The stimulus, which will be funded partly by a second extra budget, will be on top of a $1.1 trillion package already rolled out last month.

Japan eyes fresh $1.1 trillion stimulus to combat pandemic pain

Japan will compile a fresh stimulus package worth $1.1 trillion that will include a sizable amount of direct spending to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, a draft of the budget obtained by Reuters showed on Wednesday. The stimulus, which will be funded partly by a second extra

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

HONG KONG/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Volkswagen AG (VOWG_p.DE) is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German automaker accelerates its push into the world’s largest market for environmentally friendlier cars.

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

Volkswagen AG is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German ...

Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector: Sources

Volkswagen AG is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German ...

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

Exclusive: Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector - sources

Volkswagen in final talks to seal top M&A deal in China EV sector: Report

The firm is poised to buy 50 per cent of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors, for at least 3.5 billion yuan

Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in China EV sector: Sources

The firm is poised to buy 50% of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors, for at least 3.5 billion yuan ($491 million), the people said on condition of anonymity as the matter was private. It is also set to become the biggest shareholder of EV battery maker Guoxuan High-tech Co Ltd, the people said, adding both deals could be announced as early as Friday.

VW reportedly close to sealing biggest-ever deals in China's EV sector

Volkswagen AG is in final talks to seal its largest investment deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) firms, two sources said, as the German automaker accelerates its push into the world's largest market for environmentally friendlier cars. The firm is poised to buy 50% of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Holding, the parent of EV partner JAC Motors , for at least 3.5 billion yuan ($491 million), the people said on condition of anonymity as the matter was private. Volk

Volkswagen in final talks to seal biggest M&A deals in Chinese EV sector

The deals would make Volkswagen the latest foreign automaker to increase ownership in China since the government started to relax ownership rules in 2018 here with Germany's BMW AG quick to take control of its main local venture

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over

Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The anthem bill is set for a second reading today and is expected to be turned into law next month

Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The proposed new national security laws triggered the first big street unrest in Hong Kong in months on Sunday

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.

Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The anthem bill is set for a second reading today and is expected to be turned into law next month

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalize disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem Bill

HONG KONG: Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday (May 27) as activists called for protests against a Bill to ...

Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

HONG KONG — Hundreds of riot police took up posts in and around Hong Kong’s financial district on Wednesday ahead of a debate at the city’s Legislative Council over a bill that would criminalize disrespect of China’s national anthem.

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

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

Twitter adds fact-check label to Donald Trump tweets for first time

In a pair of tweets issued Wednesday morning from his iPhone, Trump said that social media sites are trying to silence conservative voices, and need to change course or face action.

Donald Trump threatens to shut social media companies After Twitter fact check

In a pair of tweets issued Wednesday morning from his iPhone, Trump said that social media sites are trying to silence conservative voices, and need to change course or face action.Twitter shares fell 1.65% in early trading in New York after Donald Trump’s tweet

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact check

The US President claims he will "regulate" or shut down social media companies after Twitter added a fact-check warning to his tweets which spread falsehoods.

Trump threatens to shut social media companies after Twitter fact-checks his tweets

President Donald Trump threatened to regulate or shutter social media companies – a warning apparently aimed at Twitter Inc after it began fact-checking his tweets.

Trump Threatens To Shut Social Media Companies After Twitter Fact Check

President Donald Trump threatened to regulate or shutter social media companies -- a warning apparently aimed at Twitter after it began fact-checking his tweets. From a report: In a pair of tweets issued Wednesday morning from his iPhone, Trump said that social media sites are trying to silence cons...

Trump threatens to shut down social media companies after Twitter fact check

President Donald Trump threatened to regulate or shutter social media companies — a warning apparently aimed at Twitter Inc. after it began fact-checking his tweets.

Donald Trump threatens to shut social media companies after Twitter fact check

There is no evidence that Donald Trump has the ability to shut down social media networks, which are run by publicly traded companies and used by billions of people all over the world.

Trump Threatens to Shut Social Media Companies After Twitter Fact Check

President Donald Trump threatened to regulate or shutter social media companies -- a warning apparently aimed at Twitter Inc. after it began fact-checking his tweets.

Trump threatens to shut social media companies after Twitter fact check

Although there is no evidence that the US president has the ability to do so.

Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’

The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.

Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’

The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.

Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’

The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.

Officer who put knee on black man’s neck ‘should be charged over death’

The mayor of Minneapolis says he believes officer Derek Chauvin should be charged over the death of George Floyd.

Minneapolis mayor: Officer who put knee on George Floyd's neck should be charged

Firings came swiftly for four Minneapolis police officers after bystander video captured the death of a black man in custody.

Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged

The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.

Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged

The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.

Mayor: Officer who put knee on man's neck should be charged

The mayor of Minneapolis called for charges to be filed against the white police officer who pressed his knee into the neck of a black man during an arrest, even after the man stopped moving.

Minneapolis mayor: Officer who put knee on man’s neck should be charged

The mayor of Minneapolis called Wednesday for criminal charges against the white police officer seen on video kneeling against the neck of a handcuffed black man who complained that he could not breathe and died in police custody.

Hong Kong's China national anthem bill aims to legislate 'respect'

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong’s legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China’s national anthem.

Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise "abuse" of China's national anthem.

Explainer: Hong Kong's China national anthem Bill aims to legislate 'respect'

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem.

EXPLAINED | Hong Kong's China national anthem bill aims to legislate 'respect'

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem. A second reading of the bill is being held in the legislature on Wednesday.

Hong Kong’s China National Anthem Bill aims to create ‘respect’

HONG KONG (Reuters) – Hong Kong’s legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China’s national anthem.

WATCH | Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial

If passed into law by Hong Kong's legislature, the bill will make 'disrespect' of the Chinese national anthem a crime.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a man suspected of burning down a Kyoto anime studio last year  after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

TOKYO — Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Shinji Aoba is accused of storming into Kyoto Animation's No. 1 studio on July 18 last year, setting it on fire and killing 36 people, and injuring more than 30 others.

Police arrest suspect in Kyoto Animation studio arson attack that killed 36

Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation. Kyoto police said they arrested Shinji Aoba, 42, on murder and arson allegations, 10 months after obtaining…

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

TOKYO >> Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Japanese police arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

TOKYO — Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

President Xi Jinping tells Chinese Army to scale up preparations for war | World News

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising the worst-case scenarios and … President Xi Jinping tells Chinese Army to scale up preparations for war | World News Read More »

Scale-up battle preparedness visualising worst-case scenarios: President Xi Jinping tells Chinese military

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

‘Scale up battle preparedness’: Xi Jinping to Chinese military amid tensions with India, US

The US-China military frictions are also on the rise with the US navy stepping its patrols in the disputed South China Sea as well as the Taiwan Straits.

Xi Jinping orders Chinese military to scale up battle preparedness

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up battle preparedness, keeping in mind the worst-case scenarios.

Xi Jinping orders Chinese military to 'scale-up' battle preparedness, prepare for worst-scare scenarios as tensions build along India-China LAC

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising the worst-case scenarios, and asked them to resolutely defend the country's sovereignty.

Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military

Xi's comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising worst-case scenarios and asked them to

Xi Jinping asks Chinese military to prepare for 'worst-case scenarios'

Jingping comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control

New Iran parliament convenes under strict coronavirus curbs

DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran’s new parliament convened on Wednesday after the Feb. 21 elections under strict health protocols and social distancing rules to ward off the coronavirus in one of the hardest-hit Middle Eastern countries.

Iran reconvenes parliament under strict COVID-19 curbs

Iran's parliament reconvened on Wednesday after the Feb. 21 elections under strict health protocols and social distancing rules to ward off the ...

New Iran parliament convenes under strict Coronavirus curbs

Iran’s new parliament convened on Wednesday, under strict health protocols and social distancing rules to ward off the Coronavirus in one of the hardest-hit Middle Eastern countries

New Iran parliament convenes under strict coronavirus curbs

DUBAI — Iran’s new parliament convened on Wednesday after the Feb. 21 elections under strict health protocols and social distancing rules to ward off the coronavirus in one of the hardest-hit Middle Eastern countries.

New Iran parliament convenes under strict coronavirus curbs

After 69 days, Iran reopen­ed holy sites and shrine­s across the countr­y

New Iran parliament convenes under strict coronavirus curbs

Iran's new parliament convened on Wednesday after the Feb. 21 elections under strict health protocols and social distancing rules to ward off the coronavirus in one of the hardest-hit Middle Eastern countries. Many lawmakers wore masks and their temperatures were taken before entering the parliament

New Iran parliament convenes under strict coronavirus curbs

DUBAI — Iran’s new parliament convened on Wednesday after the Feb. 21 elections under strict health protocols and social distancing rules to ward off the coronavirus in one of the hardest-hit Middle Eastern countries.

Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as 'lies'

PARIS (Reuters) - Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga, arrested this month after more than two decades on the run, told a French court on Wednesday that the international charges against him were lies.

Lawyer of Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga says client would not get fair U.N. trial

PARIS (Reuters) - Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga believes he won’t receive a fair trial in an international court, which he would consider politically biased, whereas he thinks he could have one in France, his lawyer said on Wednesday.

Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga denounces charges against him as ‘lies’

Kabuga has been indicted by UN prosecutors for genocide and incitement to commit genocide, among other charges

Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as "lies"

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

Rwandan fugitive Felicien Kabuga denounces genocide charges as 'lies'

Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga, has today May 27, told a French court   that the international charges against him were all nothing but lies, New York Times reports

Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga denounces charges as "lies"

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

Nizamuddin event: 15 more chargesheets against foreigners

294 booked for flouting visa norms, govt. rules among others

Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending Nizamuddin event

The charge sheets will be filed in Saket court against the 294 foreigners belonging to 14 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and several African nations, police said. Earlier on Tuesday, the city police had filed 20 charge sheets against 82 foreigners.

Coronavirus: Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending Nizamuddin event

The Delhi Police will file 15 fresh charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending a religious congregation at Nizamuddin Markaz here in violation of visa conditions and indulging in missionary

Chargesheets filed against 376 for attending Tablighi in Delhi

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

Delhi police chargesheet 376 foreigners over Tablighi event

PTI New Delhi The Delhi police have filed before a court here 35 different chargesheets against 376 foreigners  from 34 countries attending Markaz at

Nizamuddin Markaz: Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners

The charge sheets will be filed in Saket court against the 294 foreigners belonging to 14 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and several African nations, police said.

15 more chargesheets against 294 foreign Nizamuddin attendees: Delhi Police

This comes after the foreigners violated visa conditions and indulged in missionary activities amidst the Covid-19 outbreak in the country, officials said.

82 foreigners chargesheeted for attending Markaz event

The Delhi Police on Tuesday submitted a status report and chargesheet before a city court about the investigation it has conducted so far into the event organised by the Tablighi Jamaat at its markaz (centre) in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area in March. In its chargsheet, the Delhi Police stated that 82

Modi government becoming a threat to India’s neighbours: PM Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that the Hindutva Supremacist Modi government with its arrogant expansionist policies, akin to Nazi’s Lebensraum (Living Space), is becoming a threat to India’s neighbours. In a tweet on Wednesday, Imran Khan said that India has endangered Bangladesh through the Citizenship Act, engaged in border disputes with Nepal & China, & threatened Pakistan with false flag operation. The prime minister said that all this occurred after the illegal annexation of Indian Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IOJ&K), a war crime under the 4th Geneva Convention, & laying claim to Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). “I have always maintained the fascist Modi government is not only a threat to India’s minorities by relegating them to second class citizens’ status but also a threat to regional peace,” he tweeted. Earlier on Tuesday, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission (IPHRC) welcomed the UN General Assembly’s rejection of anti-Muslim…

India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pakistan PM Khan

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday alleged that the Indian government's "arrogant expansionist policies" is becoming "a threat" to its neighbours as he tried to curry favour with

Hindutva Supremacist Modi govt becoming a threat to India's neighbours: PM Imran

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

Modi govt threat to India’s neighbours: PM

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

India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pak PM Imran Khan

Bangladesh through Citizenship Act, border disputes with Nepal & China, & Pak threatened with false flag operation,” Khan said in a series of tweets. Several areas along the 3,500-km-long Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies

Hindutva Supremacist Modi govt becoming a threat to India's neighbours: PM Imran

Hindutva Supremacist Modi govt becoming a threat to India

Border tensions: Imran Khan accuses India of ‘threatening its neighbours’

The Pakistani Prime Minister's reaction comes amid tensions with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and border dispute with Nepal.

India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pakistan PM Khan

Khan further alleged that India had 'illegally annexed' Kashmir and dubbed it as 'a war crime'.

Trump, Biden turn to Snapchat

The photo-sending app boasts 229 million users.

Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field: Snapchat

Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters -- forcing

Trump, Biden turn Snapchat to presidential campaign field

Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters - forcing presi...

Trump, Biden turn to Snapchat in presidential campaign

The photo-sending app boasts 229 million users.

Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field -- Snapchat

The stakes are high: Gen Z (ages 18-23) and millennials (ages 24-39) together make up more than 35% of the American voting population.

Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field — Snapchat

Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters -- forcing presidential candidates to turn to Snapchat instead.

Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field — Snapchat

Washington, United States | AFP |  Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters — forcing presidential candidates to turn to Snapchat instead. The photo-sending app that boasts 229 million users — better known for …

Boomers Trump, Biden rack up supporters among millennials and Gen Z on Snapchat

Biden’s followers get to try on his aviator sunglasses filter, while Trump’s fans massively share his team’s videos mocking opponents gaffes

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

A new Japanese smartphone app will allow fans to send virtual cheers and jeers to sports stadiums in the hope of creating atmosphere at matches played behind closed doors due to coronavirus. Instrument maker Yamaha said its remote cheering system will let users tap buttons on the app to deliver…

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

A new Japanese smartphone app will allow fans to send virtual cheers and jeers to sports stadiums in the hope of creating atmosphere.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Rest of World News: HONG KONG: Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds as th.

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

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

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds.

Hong Kong police clamp down on national anthem law protests

Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday and fired pepper-pellet rounds in the commercial district as they stamp

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

(UPDATED) In a statement police say they 'respect the right of residents to express their views peacefully, but it must be carried out legally'

Police swarm Hong Kong ahead of flashpoint anthem debate

Hong Kong riot police ringed the city's legislature on Wednesday to stifle any protests ahead of a debate over a law that bans insulting China's national anthem, the latest measure activists say is chipping away at free speech in the finance hub.

Police swarm Hong Kong ahead of flashpoint anthem debate

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

Steve Bannon wins case to set up Italy political academy

ROME (Reuters) - Steve Bannon, the former adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy’s culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political academy.

Steve Bannon wins battle to set up Italy political academy

Steve Bannon, the former adviser to US President Donald Trump, has won a battle with Italy's culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic ...

Steve Bannon wins case to set up Italy political academy

Steve Bannon, the former adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy's culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political academy. The ministry said it would appeal the regional court's decision. The court ruled for the Dignitatis Humanae

Steve Bannon wins battle to set up Italy political academy

A regional court ruled for the Dignitatis Humanae Institute think-tank, which Bannon backs, against a previous decision that blocked the school starting up in an 800-year-old monastery south of Rome.

Steve Bannon wins case to set up political academy in Italy

ROME – Steve Bannon, the former adviser to US President Donald Trump, has won the latest phase of a legal battle with Italy’s culture ministry to set up a right-wing Catholic political

Steve Bannon scores win in Italian court over political academy

President Trump’s former adviser Steve Bannon won a legal battle to form a Catholic, populist political academy in an 800-year-old monastery south of Rome.

Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors in early June

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to re

Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

More than half of Canada's national parks - including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia - are to reopen next week.

Twenty-nine of Canada’s 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

All national parks, historic sites and marine conservation areas have been closed for weeks

29 of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

Minister of Environment Jonathan Wilkinson says 29 of the 48 national parks will open for day use, and there will be access to washrooms.

National parks reopening

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to reopen June 1.

More than half of national parks to reopen June 1 after COVID-19 closure

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia &

Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to reopen June 1.

Former The Apprentice star's adverts banned after implying product cures Covid-19

Revival Shots founded by Daniel Elahi had three adverts banned on Facebook and Instagram.

The Apprentice's Daniel Elahi's product ads banned for claiming they'd cure coronavirus

Daniel Elahi has had three adverts for his Revival Shots rehydration sachets banned by the Advertising Standards Authority as they implied they'd boost immunity and help cure COVID-19

Apprentice contestant company's adverts banned over coronavirus cure claims

Revival Shots, founded by former Apprentice contestant Daniel Elahi, has been reprimanded by the Advertising Standards Authority

The Apprentice contestant company’s adverts banned for Covid-19 cure claims

Revival Shots, founded by Daniel Elahi, has been reprimanded by the Advertising Standards Authority.

Coronavirus: Apprentice star's firm rebuked over Covid-19 ads

Watchdog said Revival Shots had suggested its rehydration sachets could help treat the disease.

The Apprentice contestant company’s adverts banned for Covid-19 cure claims

Revival Shots, founded by Daniel Elahi, has been reprimanded by the Advertising Standards Authority.

The Apprentice contestant company’s adverts banned for Covid-19 cure claims

Revival Shots, founded by Daniel Elahi, has been reprimanded by the Advertising Standards Authority.

Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

Meng ruling comes today

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

Long-term care home report and sale of Torstar; In The News for May 27

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Ma

Long-term care home report and sale of Torstar; In The News for May 27

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 27 ... --- Key decision in Meng Wanzhou case...

Huawei executive loses court ruling, extradition case continues

Judge says allegations against Meng Wanzhou could constitute a crime in Canada

New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June.

New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be ...

New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June. The neighbours have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both have slowed the spread

New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

WELLINGTON, May 27 — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said today a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June. The neighbours have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both...

New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June. The neighbors have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both have slowed the spread of…

New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June

The neighbours have been discussing the possibility of a travel bubble between them as both have slowed the spread of the novel … New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June Read More »

Canada judge rules Huawei CFO Meng's fraud case will proceed

VANCOUVER - A Canadian judge ruled Wednesday the U.S. extradition case against a senior Huawei executive can proceed to the next stage, a decision that is e

Huawei CFO Meng to find out if a U.S extradition case against her will proceed

A top executive of Chinese tech giant Huawei is scheduled to learn Wednesday if a U.S extradition case against her can proceed. Canada arrested Meng Wanzhou, the daughter of Huawei’s founder, at Vancouver’s airport in late 2018. The U.S. wants her extradited to face fraud charges. Her arrest infuriated Beijing, which sees her case as a political move designed to prevent China’s rise.

Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

Huawei CFO to find out if her fraud case will proceed

Canada arrested Meng Wanzhou, the daughter of Huawei's founder, at Vancouver's airport in late 2018. The U.S. wants her extradited to face fraud charges. Her arrest infuriated Beijing, which sees her case as a political move designed to prevent China's rise.

Canadian judge rules Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou’s fraud case will proceed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

VANCOUVER, British Columbia >> A Canadian judge ruled today the U.S. extradition case against a senior Huawei executive can continue to the next stage, a decision that is expected to further harm relations between China and Canada.

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong.

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests ...

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan's most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong. China's proposed new security legislation for the former

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan'

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

TAIPEI, May 27 — Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen today pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong. China’s proposed new security legislation for...

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong.

Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavir

Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

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

Disney, SeaWorld to open

SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to plans a city task force approved Wednesday.

Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Fla., in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to plans a city task force approved Wednesday.

Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

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

Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, under plans approved Wednesday. . .

Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, under plans approved Wednesday by a city task force.

Trump to announce Hong Kong response this week

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States was working on a strong response to China’s planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

Trump hints at action against China over Hong Kong security law

US President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States was working on a strong response to China's planned national security legislation for Hong Kong, which would be announced before the end of the week.

Trump to announce Hong Kong response this week

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States was working on a strong response to China’s planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

White House prepares response to China's Hong Kong crackdown

President Trump said the US was working on a strong response to China's planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

Donald Trump to announce strong Hong Kong response this week

China's parliament is expected to approve a proposed security law that would reduce Hong Kong's separate legal status on Thursday.

Covid-19 deaths in India could top 18,000 soon, says report

Covid-19 cases are expected to peak in early July in India, where deaths from the pandemic could top 18,000, an Epidemiologist and a public health expert

Covid-19 deaths could top 18,000 in India, says public health expert

COVID-19 cases are expected to peak in early July in India, where deaths from the pandemic could top 18,000, an Epidemiologist and a public health expert said.

'COVID-19 deaths could top 18,000 in India'

'COVID-19 deaths could top 18,000 in India'. The country is still in the ascending limb of the epidemic, said Prof D Prabhakaran.

Covid-19 deaths could top 18,000 in India, says public health expert

In India, 50 per cent of all COVID-19 deaths have been among those older than 60 years. The proportion of population aged 60-plus in India is 9.9 per cent compared to 22.4 per cent in the US.

Covid-19 deaths could top 18,000 in India, says public health expert

The country is still in the ascending limb of the epidemic, said Prof D Prabhakaran, Director, Centre for Control of Chronic Conditions (CCCC).

Coronavirus deaths could top 18,000 in India, says public health expert

India is still in the ascending limb of the epidemic, said Prof D Prabhakaran, Director, Centre for Control of Chronic Conditions.On low mortality rate in India and possible reasons for it, he said we will know if the mortality is actually low when the epidemic ends

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52-million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52 million deal

Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in $52- million deal

TORONTO — Five families that built and grew media conglomerate Torstar Corp. have agreed to hand the newspapers they presided over for roughly 70 years to a Canadian investment firm that plans to take the company private.

No screams please: Japanese funfairs prepare for virus era

TOKYO, May 28 — No screaming on the rollercoaster, socially distant spooks in the haunted house and please refrain from high-fiving your favourite superhero: welcome to Japanese amusement parks in the coronavirus era. As Japan’s funfairs slowly reopen, a group of park operators have released...

No screams please: Japanese funfairs prepare for virus era

TOKYO, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - No screaming on the rollercoaster, socially distant spooks in the haunted house and please refrain from high-fiving your favorite superhero: welcome to Japanese amusement parks in the coronavirus era.

No screams please: Japanese funfairs prepare for virus era

No screaming on the rollercoaster, socially distant spooks in the haunted house, and please refrain from high-fiving your favourite superhero: welcome to Japanese amusement parks in the coronavirus era.

No screams please: Japanese funfairs prepare for virus era

No screaming on the rollercoaster, socially distant spooks in the haunted house and please refrain from high-fiving your favourite superhero: welcome to Japanese amusement parks in the coronavirus era.

No screams please: Japanese funfairs prepare for COVID-19 era

No screaming on the rollercoaster, socially distant spooks in the haunted house and please refrain from high-fiving your favourite superhero:

No screams please: Japanese amusement parks prepare to reopen

No screaming on the rollercoaster, socially distant spooks in the haunted house and please refrain from high-fiving your favorite superhero: welcome to Japanese amusement parks in the coronavirus era. As Japan's fun fairs slowly reopen, a group of park operators have released joint guidelines on how to operate safely under…

Coronavirus cases in India breach 150,000-mark; toll reaches 4,337

A total of 6,387 new cases of coronavirus infection and 170 deaths were reported till Wednesday 8 am, according to the ministry's data.

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has 'decelerated' pace of COVID-19 spread

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

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has 'decelerated' pace of COVID-19 spread

India's covid-19 fatality rate is 2.86%, as against the world average of 6.36 per cent, the ministry said..The country has been registering new cases in excess of 6,000 daily since the past six days

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has ‘decelerated’ pace of COVID-19 spread

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

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has ‘decelerated’ pace of COVID-19 spread

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

Coronavirus wrap May 27: West Bengal starts buses on 40 routes; UN says pandemic creating 'lockdown generation'

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

Man arrested over deadly 2019 arson at Japan's Kyoto Animation

TOKYO (Reuters) - A Japanese man suspected of killing 36 people and injuring dozens in an arson attack at an animation studio last July was arrested on Wednesday after spending 10 months in hospital for treatment.

Man arrested in deadly 2019 fire at Japan's Kyoto Animation: Media

Japanese police on Wednesday arrested the man suspected of killing 36 people at Kyoto Animation last July after he had spent 10 months recovering in two hospitals, media reported.

Man arrested over deadly fire at animation studio

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

Man arrested over deadly 2019 fire at Japan’s Kyoto Animation

TOKYO, May 27 — A Japanese man suspected of killing 36 people and injuring dozens in an arson attack at an animation studio last July was arrested today after spending 10 months in hospital for treatment. Police had issued an arrest warrant for Shinji Aoba at the time of the fire but had been...

Man arrested over deadly 2019 fire at Japanese animation studio

TOKYO: Japanese police on Wednesday (May 27) arrested the man suspected of killing 36 people at Kyoto Animation last July after he had spent 10 ...

Johnson faces questions over Cummings’ actions as poll ratings plummet

The Prime Minister will be questioned by the Liaison Committee amid a growing Tory revolt.

Boris Johnson rejects calls for inquiry into Dominic Cummings

The PM's senior aide drove from London to Durham to isolate with his family during the lockdown and says he subsequently took a trip to Barnard Castle to see if he was fit enough to drive before returning to the capital

‘Move on’: Johnson rejects call for Cummings inquiry amid rising Tory anger

But Boris Johnson said he understood the ‘pain and anxiety’ people felt as a result of the coronavirus lockdown.

Johnson faces questions over Cummings’ actions as poll ratings plummet

The Prime Minister will be questioned by the Liaison Committee amid a growing Tory revolt.

Johnson faces questions over Cummings’ actions as poll ratings plummet

The British Prime Minister will be questioned by the Liaison Committee amid a growing Tory revolt.

‘Move on’: Johnson rejects call for Cummings inquiry amid rising Tory anger

But Boris Johnson said he understood the ‘pain and anxiety’ people felt as a result of the coronavirus lockdown.

World watches as South Korea cautiously returns to life

As South Korea significantly relaxes its rigid social distancing rules as a result of waning coronavirus cases, the world is paying close attention to whether it can return to something that resembles normal -- or face a virus resurgence.

World watches as South Korea cautiously returns to life

SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of — The baseball league is on. Students have begun returning to school. And people are increasingly dining out and enjoying nighttime strolls in public parks.

World watches as South Korea cautiously returns to life

The baseball league is on. Students have begun returning to school. And people are increasingly dining out and enjoying nighttime strolls in public parks.

Virus Outbreak South Korea

The baseball league is on. Students have begun returning to school. As South Korea significantly relaxes its rigid social distancing rules as a result of waning coronavirus cases, the world is paying close attention to whether it can return to something that resembles normal — or face a virus resurgence

World watches as South Korea cautiously returns to life

Rest of World News: As South Korea significantly relaxes its rigid social distancing rules as a result of waning coronavirus cases, the world is paying close attention to

World watches as South Korea cautiously returns to life | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

SEOUL, South Korea >> The baseball league is on. Students have begun returning to school. And people are increasingly dining out and enjoying nighttime strolls in public parks.

Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness

Two hikers rescued in the New Zealand wilderness Wednesday got lost in fog and exhausted their food but survived 18 days with only minor injuries, police said. Jessica O’Connor and Dion Reynolds, both 23, had hiked into the sprawling Kahurangi National Park on May 9, intending to be gone for about five

Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness

The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.

'A fantastic outcome': Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness

The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.

Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WELLINGTON, New Zealand >> Two hikers rescued in the New Zealand wilderness Wednesday got lost in fog and exhausted their food but survived 18 days with only minor injuries, police said.

Lost hikers found alive 18 days after vanishing in foggy forest

The hikers got lost in a forest covered in fog, but were miraculously found alive 18 days later with only minor injuries.

Missing hikers found after 18 days in New Zealand wilderness

The 23-year-olds had intended to be gone for about five days, according to police.

Iran's newly elected parliament convenes despite pandemic

Iran's newly elected parliament convened on Wednesday, dominated by conservative lawmakers and under strict social distancing regulations, as the country struggles to curb the spread of the coronaviru

Iran’s newly elected parliament convenes despite pandemic

They also chose a temporary speaker, based on age seniority.

Iran's newly elected parliament convenes despite pandemic

TEHRAN, Iran — Iran convened its newly elected parliament on Wednesday, dominated by conservative lawmakers and under strict social distancing regulations, as the country struggles to curb the spread of the coronavirus that has hit the nation hard.

Iran’s newly elected parliament convenes despite pandemic

MPs and senior officials gather at the Iranian parliament for election under strict social distancing rules to curb the spread of coronavirus

Iran’s new conservative-dominated parliament meets amid pandemic precautions

All 268 members present were tested for the virus.

Iran Virus Outbreak Mideast

Iran's newly elected parliament convened on Wednesday, dominated by conservative lawmakers and under strict social distancing regulations, as the country struggles to curb the spread of the coronavirus that has hit the nation hard. The lawmakers were sworn in after many of them arrived for the opening

Companies Act amended to make PM CARES Fund eligible for CSR contributions

Until now, only the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund was eligible to receive CSR funding.

Companies Act amended, contributions to PM CARES Fund to be considered as CSR | Economy News

New Delhi: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has issued a notification that contributions to the PM CARES Fund will be … Companies Act amended, contributions to PM CARES Fund to be considered as CSR | Economy News Read More »

Modi govt amends Companies Act, makes PM CARES eligible to receive CSR funds

The notification was brought in to make PM CARES fund eligible to receive CSR funding. It will be implemented with a retrospective effect and shall deem to have come into force on March 28. 

PM CARES now eligible to receive contribution under CSR; govt amends Act

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has allowed the CSR contributions by making changes to the Companies Act via notification dated May 26

Contributions to PM CARES Fund will be considered as CSR: Centre

The Centre has notified that contributions to the PM CARES Fund will be considered as part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) of companies. “In Schedule VII, item (viii), after the words ‘Prime

Companies Act 2013 Amended To Make PM CARES Eligible To Receive CSR Funding From Corporates

Now, corporates can fund the government under CSR activity. Gazette notification to this effect was released by the Narendra Modi government under which the PM CARES fund can receive funds from...

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed to curb its spread: Health experts

While Jha exuded confidence that a vaccine will be available in a year's time, Prof Giesecke said India should practice a lockdown that is as 'soft' as possible, as a severe lockdown will ruin its economy very quickly.

Covid-19 Here to Stay Till 2021, Aggressive Testing Needed to Curb Its Spread: Health Experts

Global health experts on Wednesday said novel coronavirus is here to stay for more than a year and called for aggressive testing to prevent its spread. In

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed to curb its spread: Health experts

Global health experts on Wednesday said novel coronavirus is here to stay for more than a year and called for aggressive testing to prevent its spread.

Covid-19 to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed: Health experts

In an interaction with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, health experts Professor Ashish Jha and Professor Johan Giesecke talked about the Covid-19 pandemic

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, warn health experts

Harvard health expert Ashish Jha said coronavirus is a '12-18 months' problem and the world is not going to be free of this till 2021.The expert also called for the need for aggressive testing strategy for high-risk areas

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed to curb its spread: Health experts

In an interaction with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, health experts Professor Ashish Jha and Professor Johan Giesecke talked about the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the series being aired on Congress social media channels.

Liberals, NDP vote to waive normal Commons proceedings during pandemic

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

Liberals, NDP vote to waive normal Commons proceedings during pandemic

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

MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons

Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.

MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons

OTTAWA — Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.

MPs to gather for first time both virtually and in-person in the Commons

Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they'll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via videoconference.

Commons to wait 4 months

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

Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

From spitting and violent attacks, to verbal assaults and vandalism of Chinese cultural sites, Chinese residents of Canada's third largest city -- who make up 26 percent of its population, according to the last census in 2016 -- say they feel increasingly unsafe and unwelcome.

Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Vancouver resident Trixie Ling recalls her disgust and anger after a passing stranger taunted her with racial and sexual slurs in early May. Then he spat on her face.

Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Vancouver police are investigating 29 anti-Asian incidents over the past two months, 7 times more than the same period last year

Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Spitting and violent attacks, to verbal assaults and vandalism of Chinese cultural sites

Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Vancouver resident Trixie Ling recalls her disgust and anger after a passing stranger taunted her with racial and sexual slurs in early May. Then he spat on her face.

Chinese in Canada a target of increased hate during pandemic

Vancouver, Canada | AFP |  Vancouver resident Trixie Ling recalls her disgust and anger after a passing stranger taunted her with racial and sexual slurs in early May. Then he spat on her face. “I was feeling a mixture of shock, disgust and sadness that it happened to me,” Ling said in an interview with AFP …

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

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

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

The standoff was triggered by India’s construction of roads and air strips in the region

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

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

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

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

Trump offers to mediate India-China border dispute

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

Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old

Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having shown symptoms of the disease for weeks but without getting tested, officials said on Wednesday.

Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old

MELBOURNE — Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having shown symptoms of the disease for weeks but without getting tested, officials said on Wednesday.

30-year-old Australian dies of Covid-19

Australia recorded its youngest victim of Covid-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland.

30-year-old Australian dies of Covid-19

Australia recorded its youngest victim of Covid-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland, having shown...

COVID-19: Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old

Latest case brings to 103 the number of deaths recorded in Australia

Australia records youngest coronavirus victim with death of 30-year-old

Australia recorded its youngest victim of COVID-19 after a 30-year-old man with underlying health conditions died in Queensland state, having ...

UK tells EU: break the Brexit 'impasse' so we can do trade deal

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain told the European Union on Wednesday it needed to break a fundamental impasse to clinch a Brexit trade deal by the end of the year and said an agreement on fisheries might not be ready by July.

UK tells EU: break the Brexit 'impasse' so we can do trade deal

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain told the European Union on Wednesday it needed to break a fundamental impasse to clinch a Brexit trade deal by the end of the year and said an agreement on fisheries might not be ready by July.

UK tells EU: Break the Brexit 'impasse' so we can do trade deal

Britain told the European Union on Wednesday it needed to break a fundamental impasse to clinch a Brexit trade deal by the end of the year and ...

UK tells EU: break the Brexit 'impasse' so we can do trade deal

Britain told the European Union on Wednesday it needed to break a fundamental impasse to clinch a Brexit trade deal by the end of the year and said an agreement on fisheries might not be ready by July. The United Kingdom left the EU on Jan. 31 but the main terms of its membership remain in place during

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 6:21 p.m. on May 27, 2020:There are 87,519 confirmed and presumptive cases in

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 4 a.m. ET on May 27, 2020:There are 86,648 confirmed and presumptive cases in Canada.

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 11:14 a.m. on May 27, 2020: There are 86,940 confirmed and presumptive cases in Canada.

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:36 p.m. ET on May 26, 2020:There are 86,648 confirmed and presumptive cases

COVID-19: today's numbers

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of May 27:

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:36 p.m. ET on May 26, 2020: There are 86,648 confirmed and presumptive cases in Canada.

Do not prescribe hydroxychloroquine for COVID: France

Paris, France | AFP | The French government said Wednesday that doctors should no longer prescribe hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 patients, an unproven and potentially harmful treatment for the disease nonetheless promoted by US President Donald Trump. The move came after two French advisory bodies and the World Health Organization (WHO) warned this week that the drug, …

France stops hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug nonetheless being promoted by US Presid...

Do not prescribe hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 ―France tells doctors

The French government said Wednesday that doctors should no longer prescribe hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 patients.

France halts hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug nonetheless being promoted by US President Donald Trump.

France Bars Hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 Treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat Covid-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a potentially harmful drug being promoted by President Donald Trump.

France: Do not prescribe hydroxychloroquine for Covid

PARIS, May 27 — The French government said today that doctors should no longer prescribe hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 patients, an unproven and potentially harmful treatment for the disease nonetheless promoted by US President Donald Trump. The move came after two French advisory bodies and...

How much will be enough when it comes to Canada's COVID-19 supply?

A high-profile announcement by the Liberals this week that automotive giant General Motors would make 10 million medical masks omitted a detail that speaks to the long road ahead in Canada's fight against COVID-19.

How much will be enough when it comes to Canada's COVID-19 supply?

OTTAWA — A high-profile announcement by the Liberals this week that automotive giant General Motors would make 10 million medical masks omitted a detail that speaks to the long road ahead in Canada's. . .

How much will be enough when it comes to Canada's COVID-19 supply?

A high-profile announcement by the Liberals this week that automotive giant General Motors would make 10 million medical masks omitted a detail that production will take place over the next year.

PPE - how much is enough?

A high-profile announcement by the Liberals this week that automotive giant General Motors would make 10 million medical masks omitted a detail that speaks to the long road ahead in Canada's fight against COVID-19.

How much will be enough when it comes to Canada's COVID-19 supply?

OTTAWA — A high-profile announcement by the Liberals this week that automotive giant General Motors would make 10 million medical masks omitted a detail that speaks to the long road ahead in Canada's fight against COVID-19.

How much will be enough when it comes to Canada's COVID-19 supply?

OTTAWA - A high-profile announcement by the Liberals this week that automotive giant General Motors would make 10 million medical masks omitted a detail tha

Monterey County DA to investigate if Biden accuser Tara Reade gave ‘false testimony under oath’ about expert witness credentials

The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office announced that it is investigating if Joe Biden accuser Tara Reade misrepresented her credentials as an expert witness, Politico reported Tuesday.

Monterey County DA to investigate if Biden accuser Tara Reade gave 'false testimony under oath' about expert witness credentials

Reade served as an expert witness in domestic violence cases in California, for a decade, but cases where she testified are now under scrutiny.

Monterey County DA to investigate if Biden accuser Tara Reade gave 'false testimony under oath' about expert witness credentials

The Monterey County District Attorney's Office announced that it will investigate if Tara Reade misrepresented her educational credentials after she served as an expert witness in court cases for a decade, Politico reported.

Monterey County DA to investigate if Biden accuser Tara Reade gave 'false testimony under oath' about expert witness credentials

Reade served as an expert witness in domestic violence cases in California, for a decade, but cases where she testified are now under scrutiny.

Monterey County DA to investigate if Biden accuser Tara Reade gave 'false testimony under oath' about expert witness credentials

Reade served as an expert witness in domestic violence cases in California, for a decade, but cases where she testified are now under scrutiny.

Monterey County DA to investigate if Biden accuser Tara Reade gave 'false testimony under oath' about expert witness credentials, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Reade served as an expert witness in domestic violence cases in California, for a decade, but cases where she testified are now under scrutiny.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Tropical Storm Bertha forms, quickly hits S. Carolina coast

Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall on South Carolina’s coast Wednesday morning shortly after it formed, becoming the second named storm before the official start of this year’s Atlanti...

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

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

Tropical Storm Bertha forms, hits South Carolina coast

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

Tropical Storm Bertha forms, hits South Carolina coast

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

Tropical Storm Bertha Hits South Carolina Coast

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

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall on South Carolina coast, could bring up to 8 inches of rain to some areas

Tropical Storm Bertha formed off the South Carolina coast Wednesday morning, the second named storm of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season.

North India sizzles as temperature touches 50C

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly 20 years.

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

The hot spell is projected to scorch northern India for several more days, the Meteorological Department said late Tuesday, "with severe heat wave conditions in isolated pockets".

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring ...

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

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

CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuela has reached a deal with the U.N. Development Programme (UNDP) to destine part of its gold in Bank of England accounts toward the purchase of food and medicine during the coronavirus pandemic, its central bank governor said on Wednesday.

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

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

Venezuela reaches deal with U.N. to buy food, medicine with gold -cenbank

CARACAS — Venezuela has reached a deal with the U.N. Development Programme (UNDP) to destine part of its gold in Bank of England accounts toward the purchase of food and medicine during the coronavirus pandemic, its central bank governor said on Wednesday.

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

By Deisy Buitrago CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuela has reached a deal with the U.N. Development Programme (UNDP) to destine part of its gold in Bank of England accounts toward the purchase of food and medicine during the coronavirus pandemic, its central bank governor said on Wednesday

Border tensions in Ladakh region; ‘China, India should not let differences shadow bilateral ties’

NEW DELHI, May 27: China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an eyeball-to-eyeball confrontation between armies of the two countries in several sensitive areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.Without referring to the military standoff, Sun said both the sides should resolve their differences through communication and adhere to the basic premise that they pose no threat to each other. "We should correctly view our differences and never let them shadow the overall situation of bilateral cooperation. At the same time, we should gradually seek understanding through communication and constantly resolve differences," Sun said.He was speaking at an online interactive session organised by Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL). "We should adhere to the basic judgment that China and India are each other's opportunities and pose no threat to each other. We…

China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese envoy

Without referring to the military standoff, Sun said both the sides should resolve their differences through communication and adhere to the basic premise that they pose no threat to each other.

China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese Ambassador

China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an

China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese envoy

The Chinese Ambassador's comments came in the midst of aggressive posturing by both Chinese and Indians troops in several areas in eastern Ladakh including Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie.

India, China Shouldn't Let Differences Shadow Overall Ties: Chinese Envoy

China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an eyeball-to-eyeball confrontation between armies of the two countries in several sensitive areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.

WHO creates foundation to tap new funding sources

World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced on Wednesday the creation of a foundation that will enable it to tap new sources of funding, including the general public.

WHO chief announces creation of foundation to tap new funding sources

GENEVA: World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced on Wednesday (May 27) the creation of a foundation that ...

WHO creates foundation to tap new funding sources

The WHO Foundation is being created as an independent grant-making entity that will support the organisation's efforts to address the most pressing global health challenges by raising new funding from

WHO creates foundation to tap new funding sources

The WHO Foundation is being created as an independent grant-making entity that will support the organization's efforts to address the most pressing global health challenges

Prime Minister's aide 'broke lockdown rules', say parents

Parents tell Mumsnet they're more likely to break lockdown rules after Dominic Cummings' Durham trip

81% of parents ‘would not have travelled for lockdown emergency childcare’

Almost a quarter of people said they had been in similar circumstances to Dominic Cummings but had chosen to stay put.

81% of parents wouldn't travel for emergency childcare in lockdown, survey finds

Almost a quarter of parents surveyed found themselves in the same situation as Dominic Cummings - but had chosen to stay at home.

81% of parents ‘would not have travelled for lockdown emergency childcare’

Almost a quarter of people said they had been in similar circumstances to Dominic Cummings but had chosen to stay put.

81% of parents ‘would not have travelled for lockdown emergency childcare’

Almost a quarter of people said they had been in similar circumstances to Dominic Cummings but had chosen to stay put.

US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election

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

US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election

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

US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election

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

US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election

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

US military reportedly making plans for Trump that include a complete Afghanistan withdrawal before the next election, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

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

Sil Fox cleared of sexual assault on woman in Dublin bar

Legendary comedian Sylvester "Sil" Fox has been cleared of sexually assaulting a woman in a bar in Dublin.Mr Fox pleaded not guilty in December 2018 to a se

Sil Fox tells of ‘months of hell’ as he is cleared of sex assault on woman in bar

Veteran comedian says his shows were cancelled after allegations were made

Veteran comedian Sil Fox cleared of sexually assaulting woman at Dublin bar

He pleaded not guilty to the sexual assault in December 2018.

Comedian Sil Fox cleared of sexual assault

Comedian Sylvester "Sil" Fox has been cleared of sexually assaulting a woman in a pub in Dublin city centre.

'Months of hell' - comedian Sil Fox cleared of sex assault in bar

Veteran comedian says his shows were cancelled after allegations were made

Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones: Govt

'Home deliveries of essential medicines like IFA, Calcium, ORS, Zinc, contraceptives etc can be organized in containment zones,' said Health Ministry.In case the number of beneficiaries is more, then additional sessions/clinics could be organized

Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones: Health Ministry

In its 'Guidance note on Provision of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) services during and post COVID-19 pandemic' released on Wednesday, the ministry stressed that critical services for women, children and adolescent should be provided irrespective of their COVID-19 status.

‘Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones’

The Centre has suggested states and UTs to organise home delivery of essential medicines besides contraceptives in containment zones to ensure maternal and child healthcare is not affected.

Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones: Health ministry

In its 'Guidance note on Provision of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) services during and post COVID-19 pandemic' released on Wednesday, the ministry stressed that critical services for women, children and adolescent should be provided irrespective of their COVID-19 status.

‘Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones’

The Centre has suggested states and UTs to organise home delivery of essential medicines like calcium, iron/folic acid and zinc tablets

U.S. surpasses 100,000 deaths from coronavirus

True death toll from the virus is widely believed to be significantly higher

U.S. deaths from coronavirus surpass 100,000 milestone | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

HARTFORD, CONN. >> The U.S. surpassed a jarring milestone today in the coronavirus pandemic: 100,000 deaths.

U.S. death toll from coronavirus passes 100,000

The U.S. surpassed a jarring milestone Wednesday in the coronavirus pandemic: 100,000 deaths. That number is the best estimate and most assuredly an undercount. But it represents the stark reality that more Americans have died from the virus than from the Vietnam and Korea wars combined. "It's a striking reminder of how…

U.S. deaths from coronavirus surpass 100,000

The U.S. surpassed a jarring milestone Wednesday in the coronavirus pandemic: 100,000 deaths.

US deaths from coronavirus surpass 100,000 milestone

That number is the best estimate and most assuredly an undercount.

Bertha forms, hits South Carolina coast, dissipates in a day

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tropical Storm Bertha surprised the South Carolina coast Wednesday, forming, making landfall within two hours and was downgraded before sundown, bringing a poor beach day of rain and gusty winds, but no major problems.Forecasters expected the bad weather, but didn't predict it to organize so quickly and become the second named storm before the official start of this year's Atlantic hurricane season.Bertha was named around 8 a.m. Wednesday and was onshore east of Charleston by 9:30 a.m. The state Department of Natural Resources called it “a sunrise surprise.” Six hours after the tropical storm formed, the National Hurricane Center downgraded it to a depression well inland. They said Bertha was no

Bertha forms, hits South Carolina coast, dissipates in a day

A tropical storm warning has been issued for South Carolina's coast and the storm was expected to bring heavy rainfall, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

Bertha forms, hits South Carolina coast, dissipates in a day

A tropical storm warning has been issued for South Carolina's coast and the storm was expected to bring heavy rainfall, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

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

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

Bertha forms, hits South Carolina coast, dissipates in a day

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Tropical Storm Bertha surprised the South Carolina coast Wednesday, forming and making landfall within two hours, bringing a poor beach day of rain and gusty winds, but no major problems.

Salvadoran leader says he takes drug touted by Trump for coronavirus

SAN SALVADOR (Reuters) - Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele said on Tuesday he takes hydroxychloroquine, an antimalarial drug that U.S. President Donald Trump has promoted as a way to ward off the novel coronavirus, though experts have warned about its safety.

Salvadoran leader says he takes drugs touted by Trump for coronavirus

SAN SALVADOR – Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele said on Tuesday he takes hydroxychloroquine, an antimalarial drug that U.S. President Donald Trump has promoted as a way to ward off the novel coronavirus, though experts have warned about its safety.

Salvadoran leader says he takes drug touted by Trump for coronavirus

Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele said on Tuesday he takes hydroxychloroquine, an antimalarial drug that U.S. President Donald Trump has promoted as a way to ward off the novel coronavirus, though experts have warned about its safety. Bukele told reporters that El Salvador was not promoting it anymore

Salvadoran leader says he takes drug touted by Trump for coronavirus

SAN SALVADOR — Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele said on Tuesday he takes hydroxychloroquine, an antimalarial drug that U.

WHO creates foundation to boost funding in coronavirus fight

GENEVA/ZURICH (Reuters) - The World Health Organization announced on Wednesday the creation of a foundation to tap new sources of funding that could help ease a potential cash shortage as it leads the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

WHO creates foundation to boost funding in coronavirus fight

GENEVA: The World Health Organization announced on Wednesday (May 27) the creation of a foundation to tap new sources of funding that could help ...

WHO Creates Foundation to Boost Funding in Coronavirus Fight

Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. (Reuters) WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus denied the move … WHO Creates Foundation to Boost Funding in Coronavirus Fight Read More »

WHO Creates Foundation To Boost Funds In Fight Against COVID-19

The World Health Organization announced on Wednesday the creation of a foundation to tap new sources of funding that could help ease a potential cash shortage as it leads the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

Major fire at hotel in South Mumbai; 25 resident doctors rescued

25 people, all doctors, were residing in Hotel Fortune, located near Metro Cinema, when the blaze erupted there, they said.

Mumbai: 25 rescued after fire breaks at Hotel Fortune on Marine Lines

A fire broke out at a hotel in Mumbai late on Wednesday night. The fire was reported at Hotel Fortune which is located in Dhobi Talao neighbourhood of Marine Lines. According to latest updates, at ;east 25 people have been rescued.

Mumbai: 25 rescued after fire breaks out at Hotel Fortune on Marine Lines

These 25 people, all doctors, were residing in Hotel Fortune, located near Metro Cinema, when the blaze erupted there, they said.

Fire at South Mumbai hotel, 25 doctors rescued

The blaze erupted on the second floor of Hotel Fortune, in Dhobi Talao.

Major Fire At South Mumbai Hotel, At Least 25 Rescued

At least 25 people were rescued after a major fire broke out in a five-storey hotel in south Mumbai on Wednesday night, officials said.

Akinwunmi Adesina hits back over graft accusations

The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption and vowed to continue working.

African Development Bank chief hits back over graft accusations

Abidjan, Ivory Coast | AFP | The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption and vowed to continue working. In a press statement, Adesina slammed “unprecedented attempts by some to tarnish my reputation” and declared “I will… continue to work with each and every one of …

African Development Bank chief hits back over graft accusations

'I maintain my innocence with regard to trumped-up allegations that unjustly seek to impugn my honor and integrity, as well as the reputation of the African Development Bank,' says Akinwumi Adesina

African Development Bank chief hits back over graft accusations

The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption and vowed to continue working. In a press statement, Adesina slammed "unprecedented attempts by some to tarnish my reputation" and declared "I will... continue to

Adesina hits back over graft accusations, vows to continue working

The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption.

Only half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine: poll

More than two thirds of people 60 and older say they'd get vaccinated, compared with 40 per cent who are younger.

AP-NORC poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine

Only about half of Americans say they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public A

AP-NORC poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine

Only about half of Americans say they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

Poll shows only half of Americans could access coronavirus vaccine

PTI Washington Only about half of Americans say they would get a Covid-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed, according to

Poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine

Only about half of Americans say they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed.

Donald Trump hits back at Twitter for flagging his tweets

It was the first time Twitter fact-checked Trump's tweets.Trump reacted: 'Twitter is now interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election

Twitter adds fact-check labels to Trump’s tweets on mail-in voting

Micro-blogging site Twitter has tagged two tweets of US President Donald Trump on mail-in voting with a fact-checking warning label.

Trump threatens Twitter with ‘big action’ for flagging his tweets

Washington, May 27: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened Twitter with “big action” for tagging two of his tweets on mail-in voting with a fact-checking warning label.

Twitter fact-checks Trump’s tweets; here’s how the US President reacted

Twitter’s CEO Jack Dorsey had announced last year that the company will ban all political advertising in a move that attempted to decrease misinformation and political lineage of the platform.

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

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

Belgium, France arrest dozens over UK migrant truck deaths

Police in Belgium and France have arrested 26 suspected people smugglers over the death of 39 Vietnamese migrants in a refrigerated truck in the United Kingdom last year.

Twenty-six held over migrant lorry tragedy in Britain

Police in Belgium and France have arrested 26 suspected people smugglers over the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants in a refrigerated truck in Britain last year.

Twenty-six held over migrant lorry tragedy in Britain

BRUSSELS: Police in Belgium and France have arrested 26 suspected people smugglers over the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants in a refrigerated truck in Britain last year. The migrants — 31 men and eight women — were found dead in the truck in an industrial zone east of London in October, sparking an international outcry. The driver of the lorry has already admitted

26 held over migrant lorry tragedy in Britain

The arrests target the ring of smugglers suspected of organizing the migrants' journey

Man held in murder probe after body of missing teenager found

Louise Smith, 16, was discovered in woodland at Havant Thicket on May 21.

Louise Smith: Man arrested on suspicion of murdering teenager

The body of 16-year-old Louise Smith was found in woodland in Havant on Thursday.

Man held in murder probe after body of missing teenager found

Louise Smith, 16, was discovered in woodland at Havant Thicket on May 21.

Man held in murder probe after body of missing teenager found

Louise Smith, 16, was discovered in woodland at Havant Thicket on May 21.

Man, 29, arrested over murder of teen Louise Smith who disappeared on VE Day

The 16-year-old's body was found in woodland last week.

Tiafoe wants to draw more black kids to tennis

MUMBAI (Reuters) - American Frances Tiafoe has already changed the lives of his immigrant parents thanks to his tennis career and the 2019 Australian Open quarter-finalist hopes he can also inspire more black kids to take up the sport.

Tiafoe wants to draw more black kids to tennis

American Frances Tiafoe has already changed the lives of his immigrant parents thanks to his tennis career and the 2019 Australian Open ...

Tennis-Tiafoe wants to draw more black kids to tennis

MUMBAI — American Frances Tiafoe has already changed the lives of his immigrant parents thanks to his tennis career and the 2019 Australian Open quarter-finalist hopes he can also inspire more black kids to take up the sport.

Frances Tiafoe wants to draw more black kids to tennis

American Frances Tiafoe has already changed the lives of his immigrant parents thanks to his tennis career and the 2019 Australian Open quarter-finalist hopes he can also inspire more black kids to take up the sport.

Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Four police officers in Minneapolis were sacked Tuesday as a video showing one of them kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man who later died sparked street protests in the midwestern US city.

Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Your knee in my neck. I can't breathe... Mama. Mama, Floyd pleaded.

Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Minneapolis mayor: Being black in America should not be a death sentence

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US fires policemen after brutalised black man dies

Four police officers in Minneapolis were sacked Tuesday as a video showing one of them kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man who later died sparked street protests in the midwestern US cit...

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment

WASHINGTON, May 28 — US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said yesterday China had undermined Hong Kong's autonomy so fundamentally that the territory no longer warranted special treatment under US law, a potentially big blow to its status as a major financial hub. Pompeo's certification to the US...

Hong Kong's autonomy from China gone: Pompeo

China News: The United States on Wednesday revoked Hong Kong's special status under US law, paving the way to strip trading privileges for the financial hub as W

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

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

United States declares Hong Kong has lost autonomy from China

"It is now clear that China is modelling Hong Kong after itself."

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says China has undermined Hong Kong's autonomy as the US considers ending favourable tariffs in a blow to its status as a financial hub.

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now

(Reuters) - Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:

France Bans Hydroxychloroquine To Treat COVID-19 Amid Safety Concerns

It’s the first ban by a country since the World Health Organization said it was pausing a large trial of the malaria drug due to safety concerns.

France bans hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 amid safety concerns

The French government on Wednesday cancelled a decree allowing hospital doctors to administer hydroxychloroquine as a treatment to patients..

France bans use of hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid-19

Announcement comes two days after WHO said it was pausing a large trial due to safety concerns.

Domestic flight services in India: 445 flights carrying 62,641 passengers operated on May 26, says Hardeep Singh Puri

Services were resumed on Monday after a gap of two months and 428 flights were operated within the country on the same day.

Domestic flight operations on their way to normalcy

PTI New Delhi A total of 445 domestic flights, carrying 62,641 passengers, were operated on Tuesday, Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on We

354 domestic flights soar the skies on day 3: Aviation minister

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

Day 3 of domestic flights: Airports handle 354 departures till 5 pm, says Puri

Domestic services resumed on Monday after a gap of two months, and 428 flights were operated within the country that day.'Till 5pm on day 3 today, there have already been 354 departures & 288 arrivals with a total of 47,917 people at various airports,' said Puri

445 domestic flights carrying 62,641 passengers operated on Tuesday: Aviation Minister

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

Swift firings for Minneapolis officers in death of black man

MINNEAPOLIS — To the general public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck of a black man prone on the street, crying out for help until he finally stopped moving, was horrifying.

Police Fire Tear Gas At Crowd Protesting Against Killing Of George Floyd

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — To the general public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck...

Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of arrested black man

To the general American public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck of a shirtless black man prone on the street, crying ou

Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man George Floyd; Protests erupt across city

Firings came swiftly for four Minneapolis police officers after bystander video captured the death of a black man in custody.

GRAPHIC: Swift firings for Minneapolis officers in death of black man

The Minneapolis police chief said the department would conduct a full internal investigation, and prosecutors will decide whether to file criminal charges against the officers involved.

South Africa to let places of worship reopen from June

South Africa's churches and other places of worship can reopen their doors from June, but will be limited to 50 people, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Tuesday as coronavirus lockdown rules are further eased.

'Many of us are fearful': South Africa to reopen places of worship

The past few weeks of lockdown, one of the strictest in Africa, have been catastrophic for the country's poorest, many of whom live hand-to-mouth in crowded slums.

South African places of worship to reopen from June

Africa’s most industrialised economy has been largely shut since late March, when the government enforced restrictions to stem the spread of the coronavirus, which has so far infected 23,615 people

South Africa to let places of worship reopen from June

They will be limited to 50 people.

'Many of us are fearful': South Africa to reopen places of worship

The past few weeks of lockdown, one of the strictest in Africa, have been catastrophic for the country's poorest, many of whom live hand-to-mouth in crowded slums.

U.S. states sue Trump administration over fuel efficiency rollback

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A group of 23 U.S. states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit on Wednesday challenging a Trump administration decision to weaken Obama-era fuel efficiency standards.

23 U.S. states sue Trump administration over fuel efficiency rollback

A group of 23 U.S. states led by California, the District of Columbia and four major cities are filing suit Wednesday to challenge a Trump administration decision to weaken Obama administration fuel efficiency standards. In March, the Trump administration issued final rules requiring 1.5% annual increases in efficiency through 2026 - far weaker than the 5% increases in the discarded Obama-era rules - but abandoned its August 2018 proposal to freeze requirements at 2020 levels through 2026. Las

23 states sue Trump administration over fuel efficiency rollback

A group of 23 U.S. states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit on Wednesday challenging a Trump administration decision to weaken Obama-era fuel efficiency standards. In March, the Trump administration issued final rules requiring 1.5% annual increases in vehicle fuel efficiency through 2026 - far weaker than the…

U.S. states sue Trump administration over fuel efficiency rollback

WASHINGTON — A group of 23 U.S. states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit on Wednesday challenging a Trump administration decision to weaken Obama-era fuel efficiency standards.

EU unveils huge aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

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

EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

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

EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday, as badly hit Spain started 10 days of national mourning for its thousands of dead.

EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers LatAm

BRUSSELS, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday, as badly hit Spain started 10 days of national mourning for its thousands of dead.

EU proposes huge aid plan as COVID-19 hammers Latin America

The EU unveiled a proposed 750-billion-euro recovery plan Wednesday to get the continent back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the ...

Aya Hachem: Innocent law student, 19, 'gunned down in business dispute' court hears

Aya Hachem was out on a shopping trip in Blackburn when she was shot in the chest and died. Six people who were charged with the teenagers murder all appeared at court on Wednesday

Court hears law student shot following business dispute between two tyre firms

A law student was shot dead in the street following a business dispute between two rival tyre firms, a court has heard. Innocent passer-by Aya Hachem, 19, was gunned down on a shopping trip near her home in Blackburn, Lancashire. The first of two shots fired from a passing vehicle hit a building, but the second fatally struck the teenager in the chest on the afternoon of May 17. Six people charged with her murder appeared at Preston Crown Court on Wednesday via prison videolink.

Innocent law student shot dead in Blackburn amid business dispute, court told

Six people charged with murder appeared at Preston Crown Court.

Salford student Aya Hachem was shot dead following 'business dispute between rival tyre firms', court hears

The 19-year-old was an innocent passer-by in a drive-by shooting

Innocent law student shot dead in Blackburn amid business dispute, court told

Six people charged with murder appeared at Preston Crown Court.

Khel Ratna recipient Mirabai Chanu nominated by weightlifting federation for Arjuna Award

In an unusual move, ace lifter Mirabai Chanu has been nominated for the Arjuna award by the national federation though the former world champion is already a recipient of Khel Ratna, country’s highest sporting honour. The Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF) has nominated Chanu along with Ragala Venkat Rahul and Punam Yadav.Chanu had received the Khel Ratna along with Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli in 2018. She was also awarded the Padma Shri — the country’s fourth-highest civilian award — the same year.

Weightlifting federation nominates Khel Ratna recipient Mirabai Chanu for Arjuna award

Mirabai Chanu had received the Khel Ratna along with Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli in 2018. She was also awarded the Padma Shri -- the country's fourth-highest civilian award -- the same year.

Indian Weightlifting Federation recommends 2018 Khel Ratna recipient Mirabai Chanu For Arjuna award

The Indian Weightlifting Federation has nominated Chanu along with Ragala Venkat Rahul and Punam Yadav.

Weightlifting federation nominates Khel Ratna recipient Mirabai Chanu for Arjuna award

More sports News: In an unusual move, ace lifter Mirabai Chanu has been nominated for the Arjuna award by the national federation through the former world champion is a

Weightlifting federation nominates Khel Ratna recipient Mirabai Chanu for Arjuna award

Matt Smith and Claire Foy to star in socially-distanced play to save Old Vic

Tickets will be sold to raise money to save the theatre.

Claire Foy and Matt Smith to perform socially-distanced play in empty theatre

They will reprise their roles in Lungs for an audience watching at home.

Claire Foy and Matt Smith to perform socially-distanced play in empty theatre

Claire Foy and Matt Smith will star in a socially-distanced play on stage in an empty Old Vic theatre.

Claire Foy and Matt Smith to perform socially-distanced play in empty theatre

They will reprise their roles in Lungs for an audience watching at home.

Claire Foy and Matt Smith to perform socially-distanced play in empty theatre

They will reprise their roles in Lungs for an audience watching at home.

Police rescue 2 abducted siblings in Ebonyi

The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint.The Command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Mrs Loveth Odah disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abakaliki.

Police rescue 2 abducted siblings in Ebonyi

The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint.

Police rescue two abducted siblings

The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint.

Kidnapped siblings regain freedom in Ebonyi

The Police Command in Ebonyi State has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint. The Command Police Public Relations Officer, Mrs Loveth...

Police rescue abducted siblings in Ebonyi

The Police Command in Ebonyi has rescued two siblings, aged five and 10, who were abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint...

NHS Providers warns ‘key bits still to be built’ as test and trace begins

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says it is the public’s civic duty to make mass contact tracing work, Hancock says

NHS Providers warns ‘key bits still to be built’ as test and trace begins

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says it is the public’s civic duty to make mass contact tracing work, Hancock says

NHS Providers warns ‘key bits still to be built’ as test and trace begins

NHS Providers chief executive Chris Hopson has warned “very key bits” of the Government’s test and trace strategy are not yet in place as the scheme is set to begin.NHS Test and Trace will officially launch across England on Thursday with the help of 25,000 contact tracers, although an accompanying app is still delayed by several weeks.People with coronavirus will have their contacts traced under the scheme, which aims to cut off routes of transmission for the virus and control local flare-ups.

It is the public’s civic duty to make mass contact tracing works, Hancock says

By tracking infected people and isolating their contacts, the national lockdown could be replaced with individual isolation, Matt Hancock said.

It is the public’s civic duty to make mass contact tracing works, Hancock says

By tracking infected people and isolating their contacts, the national lockdown could be replaced with individual isolation, Matt Hancock said.

Yemen: Saudi-led coalition says downed Houthi drone over Najran

The Saudi-led coalition engaged in Yemen has said its forces intercepted and downed drones launched by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement towards the Saudi border city of Najran in the first such incident since late March.

Saudi-led coalition says it downs Houthi drones launched at Najran

DUBAI (Reuters) - The Saudi-led coalition engaged in Yemen said its forces intercepted and downed drones launched by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement towards the Saudi border city of Najran on Wednesday in the first such incident since late March.

Saudi-led coalition says it downs Houthi drones launched at Najran

DUBAI (Reuters) - The Saudi-led coalition engaged in Yemen said its forces intercepted and downed drones launched by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement towards the Saudi border city of Najran on Wednesday in the first such incident since late March. There was no immediate comment from the Houthi group about the attack, which comes after the expiry of a one-month ceasefire announced by the coalition on April 24, an extension of a two-week truce prompted by the coronavirus pandemic. Coalition spokesman Colonel Turki al-Malki said in a statement carried on the Saudi state news agency that the drones had been directed at civilian targets

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

Police have arrested a man suspected of starting a fire that killed 36 people in an animation studio in Japan.Officers in Kyoto said Shinji Aoba, 42, was being detained on murder and arson allegations, 10 months after obtaining the warrant because they had to wait for him to recover.He is accused of storming into Kyoto Animation’s No. 1 studio on July 18 last year with flammable liquid and setting it alight.The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.Police, quoting witnesses to the attack, have alleged Aoba entered the studio’s unlocked front door, where around 70 people were working.One of the survivors, an animator, told Japanese media he jumped from a window of the three-storey building gasping for air amid scorching heat after seeing a “a black mushroom cloud” rising from downstairs.

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

Police have arrested a man suspected of starting a fire that killed 36 people in an animation studio in Japan.

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

Exclusive: Research finds concerning drop in U.S. colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

(Reuters) - New diagnoses of one of the deadliest cancers fell by one-third in March and April as U.S. physicians and patients halted appointments and screenings during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Research finds concerning drop in US colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

SAN FRANCISCO: New diagnoses of one of the deadliest cancers fell by one-third in March and April as US physicians and patients halted ...

Research finds concerning drop in U.S. colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

New diagnoses of one of the deadliest cancers fell by one-third in March and April as U.S. physicians and patients halted appointments and screenings during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Exclusive: Research finds concerning drop in U.S. colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

Exclusive: Research finds concerning drop in U.S. colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

GDP growth may rebound to 5% in FY22: Former RBI governor

The economy, which is likely to contract by 5 per cent in the current fiscal year, may expand by around 5 per cent in the next financial year, former RBI governor Duvvuri Subbarao said. Rating agency

Indian economy may expand by around 5% in FY22: Ex-RBI governor Subbarao

According to Subbarao, the country is going to face its worst recession in the current financial year

India's GDP growth may rebound to 5% in FY22: Former RBI chief Subbarao

Rating agency Crisil on Tuesday had said the Indian economy may shrink by 5% in fiscal 2021, adding this recession could be the country's fourth since Independence and perhaps the worst to date

India's GDP growth may rebound to 5 pc in FY22, says Duvvuri Subbarao

Indian economy may expand by around 5% in the next financial year,ex-RBI guv Duvvuri Subbarao said.

India’s GDP growth may rebound to 5 pc in FY22, says Subbarao

"I do believe that getting up to 5 per cent next year (FY22) is quite probable. The reason I say that is because this (COVID-19) is not a natural disaster. Our factories are still standing, our infrastructure and transport systems are still there," former RBI governor Duvvuri Subbarao said.

Nigeria renews Gernot Rohr contract as Super Eagles coach

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

Nigeria extend Rohr contract

The Nigerian football federation announced on Wednesday it had agreed a two-year contract extension with coach Gernot Rohr.

Rohr’s Eagles contract extension thrills fans

’Tosin Oluwalowo Nigerian fans have hailed the extension of the contract of Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, by the Nigeria Football Federation. NFF President, Amaju Pinnick, announced on his...

At last NFF, Rohr sign new contract

Pinnick on Wednesday made the revelation via his Twitter handle: @PinnickAmaju

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

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

French court rejects request to release Rwandan genocide suspect

A French court has rejected a request to release Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga under court supervision.

French court rejects request to release Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga

PARIS (Reuters) - A French court on Wednesday rejected a request to release Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga under court supervision.

French court denies request to release Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga

A French court on Wednesday rejected a request to release Rwandan genocide suspect Félicien Kabuga under court supervision. 

Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon

The government has stepped up efforts to control spread of swarms of locust, a crop damaging migratory pests, in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh, and plans to soon deploy drones for

Locusts swarm UP and Maharashtra, high alert in Punjab; Government to deploy drones

About 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now, the agriculture ministry said.

Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon

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

Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon as Nagpur, UP stay on alert

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

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

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

Mamata petitions PM against 'whimsical' scheduling of Shramik trains

India News: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sought PM Modi's intervention on Wednesday in the alleged "whimsical" functioning of the railways in sending Shramik Sp

Mamata Banerjee seeks PM Modi’s intervention in railways sending Shramik Special trains to West Bengal

The state's infrastructure is "stretched to its limit" following the devastation caused by Cyclone Amphan, she said, adding that West Bengal can receive very few trains carrying migrant workers on a daily basis as of now.

Mamata petitions PM's against whimsical scheduling of shramik trains

Mamata petitions PM's against whimsical scheduling of shramik trains. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's intervention on Wednesday in the alleged 'whimsical' functioning of the railways in sending Shramik Special trains to West Bengal and urged the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre not to pursue politics when the state is battling a dual crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic and trail of destruction left behind by Cyclone Amphan.

Mamata Banerjee seeks PM's intervention in railways sending Shramik Special trains to WB

The state's infrastructure is 'stretched to its limit' following the devastation caused by Cyclone Amphan, she said, adding that West Bengal can receive very few trains carrying migrant workers on a daily basis as of now. The state considers the ferrying of a large number of migrant workers by the railways as a big pr

Mamata seeks PM's intervention in railways sending Shramik Special trains

The state's infrastructure is "stretched to its limit" following the devastation caused by Cyclone Amphan

Britain's Prince Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman

Britain's Prince Andrew has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims

Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman

The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims

Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman

The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims

Andrew accused in documentary of romping in pool with topless woman

The Duke of York has strenuously denied sex allegations made against him by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims

Prince Andrew accused of romping with 'topless' Virginia Roberts in Jeffrey Epstein's pool

A former employee of the disgraced paedophile claims the Duke of York was 'engaged in foreplay' with the young woman at Epstein's private island in the Caribbean.

South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school.

South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus and has rushed to contain new infections as life returns to normal. An outbreak at a warehouse of e-commerce firm Coupang in Bucheon, west of Seoul, has seen 36 cases so far, the KCDC added.

South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school.

South Korea sees biggest jump in coronavirus cases in seven weeks

The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus and has rushed to contain new infections as life returns to normal.

South Korea sees biggest jump in virus cases in seven weeks

South Korea reported its biggest jump in coronavirus infections in seven weeks on Wednesday, driven by a fresh cluster at an e-commerce warehouse on Seoul's outskirts, as millions more pupils went back to school. The country has been held up as a global model in how to curb the virus…

Renault and Nissan rule out merger as they unveil survival plan

PARIS/TOKYO (Reuters) - Renault (RENA.PA), Nissan Motor Co (7201.T) and Mitsubishi Motors Corp (7211.T) ruled out a merger on Wednesday and doubled down on a plan to cooperate more closely on car production to save costs and salvage their troubled alliance.

Renault and Nissan rule out merger as they unveil survival plan

Renault , Nissan Motor Co and Mitsubishi Motors Corp ruled out a merger on Wednesday and doubled down on a plan to cooperate more closely on car ...

Renault and Nissan rule out merger as they unveil survival plan

Companies to cooperate more closely on car production to save costs

Renault, Nissan rule out merger, unveil plan to save troubled alliance

Renault and Nissan were among the weakest global automakers going into the coronavirus crisis

China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation: media reports

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, media reported on Wednesday, a move that is likely to exacerbate concerns over freedoms in the financial hub.

China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation: Reports

HONG KONG: Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, Hong Kong media ...

China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation

HONG KONG, May 27 — Beijing has expanded the scope of draft national security legislation to include organisations as well as individuals, media reported today, a move that is likely to exacerbate concerns over freedoms in the financial hub. The news comes after Beijing last week proposed...

China expands scope of Hong Kong security legislation

The law has revived mass protests by demonstrators who say China aims to curb the freedoms enjoyed in Hong Kong, a global financial centre with broad autonomy.

Global stocks mixed on unease over Hong Kong security law

Benchmarks in Shanghai and Hong Kong retreated after the White House said a proposed national security law might jeopardize the Chinese territory's status as a global financial center.

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Major Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.Benchmarks in Shanghai and Hong Kong retreated after the White House said a proposed national security law might jeopardize the Chinese territory's status as a global financial center.“Mounting U.S.-China tensions bodes ominous for the global economy amid pandemic fragilities,” said Mizuho Bank in a report.Overnight, Wall Street closed at its highest level in nearly three months on hopes for economic recovery as more governments reopen factories, shops and other businesses.The Hang Seng index in Hong Kong sank 0.5% to 23,279.39 and the Shanghai Composite

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

Asia stocks mixed on uncertainty over Hong Kong security law

Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tension over Hong Kong competed with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. Benchmarks in Shanghai and Hong Kong retreated after the White House said a proposed national security law might jeopardize the Chinese territory’s status as a global financial center. The…

Global stocks mixed on unease over Hong Kong security law

Global stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tensions over Hong Kong vied with optimism about recovering from the coronavirus pandemic.

Maha govt orders fresh CID probe into suicide abetment case against Arnab Goswami

CID to re-examine 2018 abetment to suicide case against Arnab: Deshmukh

“Adnya Naik had complained to me that #AlibaugPolice had not investigated non-payment of dues from #ArnabGoswami's @republic which drove her entrepreneur father & grandmom to suicide in May 2018," he tweeted.

Maharashtra government asks CID to re-investigate abetment of suicide case against Republic TV's Arnab Goswami

The Maharashtra government on Tuesday ordered reinvestigation by the CID into the suicide of a 53-year-old interior designer and his mother, allegedly over non-payment of dues by TV journalist Arnab Goswami and two others.

Govt asks CID to re-probe suicide abetment case against Arnab Goswami

The Alibaug police had closed the case last year stating that enough evidence was not found against Arnab Goswami, Editor-in-Chief of The Republic, and two others to chargesheet them in the case.

Coronavirus: Biden labels Trump a ‘fool’ over face masks

Mr Biden said a number of US deaths would have been prevented if it were not for Mr Trump’s ‘lack of attention and ego’.

Coronavirus: Biden labels Trump a ‘fool’ over face masks

Joe Biden has called his presumptive rival for the US presidency Donald Trump a “fool” who was “stoking deaths” with his stance on wearing face masks amid the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Biden labels Trump a ‘fool’ over face masks

Mr Biden said a number of US deaths would have been prevented if it were not for Mr Trump’s ‘lack of attention and ego’.

Coronavirus: Biden labels Trump a ‘fool’ over face masks

Joe Biden has called his presumptive rival for the US presidency Donald Trump a “fool” who was “stoking deaths” with his stance on wearing face masks amid the pandemic.Mr Biden wore a facial covering during his first public appearance in more than two months at a Memorial Day wreath laying in Delaware.White House incumbent Mr Trump retweeted a post which appeared to make fun of Mr Biden’s precautions against Covid-19.

CBD Melbourne: Liddell, a smoking gun and cigargate

It’s been six years since Joe Hockey and Mathias Cormann were snapped puffing cigars on a cold Budget Friday. Labor isn’t keen to forget.

Liddell, the smoking gun and cigar-gate

It’s been six years since Joe Hockey and Mathias Cormann were snapped puffing cigars on a cold Budget Friday. Labor isn’t keen to forget.

Liddell, the smoking gun and cigar-gate

It’s been six years since Joe Hockey and Mathias Cormann were snapped puffing cigars on a cold Budget Friday. Labor isn’t keen to forget.

CBD Melbourne: Liddell, a smoking gun and cigargate

It’s been six years since Joe Hockey and Mathias Cormann were snapped puffing cigars on a cold Budget Friday. Labor isn’t keen to forget.

Time to move on, urges British PM Johnson over Cummings row

LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Wednesday it was time for Britain to move on from what he described as a “very, very frustrating episode” when his closest adviser Dominic Cummings was accused of violating the coronavirus lockdown rules.

Time to move on, urges British PM Boris Johnson over Cummings row

UK News: PM Boris Johnson said on Wednesday it was time for Britain to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest ad

Johnson says it is time 'to move on' from Cummings row

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said it was time for Britain to move on from what he described as a "very, very frustrating episode" when his closest adviser Dominic Cummings was accused of violating the coronavirus lockdown rules.

Can choral singing spread COVID-19?

German choirs silenced as singing branded coronavirus risk

German choirs silenced as singing branded virus risk

Hardly considered an extreme activity up to now, singing – especially choral singing – is quickly earning a reputation in the pandemic as about the most dangerous thing you can do

German choirs silenced as singing branded virus risk

When the Berlin Cathedral Choir gathered for a rehearsal on March 9, the new coronavirus was still a distant concern, with fewer than 50 confirmed cases in the German capital.

German choirs silenced as singing branded virus risk

BERLIN, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - When the Berlin Cathedral Choir gathered for a rehearsal on March 9, the new coronavirus was still a distant concern, with fewer than 50 confirmed cases in the German capital.

Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

Robert Jenrick says the Government will NOT review lockdown fines issued to people travelling for childcare reasons less than 24 hours after Matt Hancock said he would consider it in wake of Dominic Cummings row

Robert Jenrick today confirmed the Government will not review lockdown fines issued to parents travelling for childcare reasons.

Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

MINNEAPOLIS — Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

MINNEAPOLIS: Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday (May 27) over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face ...

Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old

An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.

Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old

An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.

Increase in reports of drugs in schools, as police investigate nine-year-old

An investigation by the PA news agency found cannabis was the most common drug, but heroin, cocaine and MDMA were also found.

Number of children caught in school with drugs including HEROIN is up by more than a quarter in four years, new figures show

Rising numbers of children have been caught in school with drugs that include heroin, an investigation reveals. Between 2016 and 2019, 2,600 cases were reported in England and Wales.

Heroin worth £8.5 million stashed in fruit and nut boxes at Heathrow Airport

Border Force officers found 170kg hidden in envelopes that were concealed in the walls of a consignment of 630 boxes on May 21.

Heroin worth more than £8.5m found in fruit and nuts consignment at Heathrow

Two men, aged 36 and 51, were arrested near Bradford on suspicion of importing class A drugs the following day.

Heroin worth more than £8.5m found in fruit and nuts consignment at Heathrow

Two men, aged 36 and 51, were arrested near Bradford on suspicion of importing class A drugs the following day.

Heroin worth more than £8.5m found in fruit and nuts consignment at Heathrow

Two men, aged 36 and 51, were arrested near Bradford on suspicion of importing class A drugs the following day.

American virus deaths at 100,000: What does a number mean?

The fraught, freighted number of this particular American moment is a round one brimming with zeroes: 100,000. A hundred thousands. A thousand hundreds. Fiv

American Virus Deaths at 100,000: What Does a Number Mean?

This is the week when America's official coronavirus death toll reaches six digits. One hundred thousand lives wiped out by a disease unknown to science a half a year ago.

American virus deaths at 100,000: What does a number mean?

The fraught, freighted number of this particular American moment is a round one brimming with zeroes: 100,000. A hundred thousands. A thousand hundreds. Five thousand score. More than 8,000 dozen. All

US COVID-19 death toll nears 100,000: What does a number mean?

America's official coronavirus death toll has almost reached 100,000, according to the John Hopkins University tally.

Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel, says Chidambaram

The Congress has been demanding cash transfer directly to the people's account to the tune of Rs 65,000 crore.

Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram

India Business News: The Congress, after rejecting the govt's economic package announced to revive the economy, has said that sooner than later the govt will accept the su

Sooner than later, govt will accept our suggestions on economy: Chidambaram

A stubborn government has no choice and must listen to experience and wise counsel, says Chidambaram

Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram

NEW DELHI: The Congress, after rejecting the government’s economic package announced to revive the economy, has said that sooner than … Government has no choice, must listen to wise counsel: Chidambaram Read More »

Ford made its police SUV heat itself up to more than 133 degrees to kill the coronavirus

If you’ve ever lived in a hot climate, you know what it can be like to enter a car that’s been parked for a while in the sun, and find that the steering wheel is smoldering to the touch and the cabin feels like a blast furnace.

Ford made its police SUV heat itself up to more than 133 degrees to kill the coronavirus

Ford worked with Ohio State and police departments to develop the tech. Ford has a longstanding relationship with law enforcement.

Ford made its police SUV heat itself up to more than 133 degrees to kill the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Ford worked with Ohio State and police departments to develop the tech. Ford has a longstanding relationship with law enforcement.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Ford made its police SUV heat itself up to more than 133 degrees to kill the coronavirus

Ford worked with Ohio State and police departments to develop the tech. Ford has a longstanding relationship with law enforcement.

China reports one new mainland COVID-19 cases vs seven a day earlier

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China reported 1 new confirmed coronavirus case in the mainland as of end-May 26, up from 7 a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.

China reports one new mainland COVID-19 case vs seven a day earlier

China reported 1 new confirmed coronavirus case in the mainland as of end-May 26, up from 7 a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.

China reports 1 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs 7 a day earlier

SHANGHAI — China reported 1 new confirmed coronavirus case in the mainland as of end-May 26, up from 7 a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.

COVID-19 rent aid for businesses, landlords to cost $520 million, PBO says

OTTAWA - Parliament's spending watchdog estimates a program aimed at giving small businesses a break on their rents could cost the federal treasury $520 mil

COVID-19 rent aid for businesses, landlords to cost $520 million, PBO says

OTTAWA — Parliament's spending watchdog estimates a program aimed at giving small businesses a break on their rents could cost the federal treasury $520 million this fiscal year.

COVID-19 rent aid for businesses, landlords to cost $520 million, PBO says

Parliament's spending watchdog estimates a federal program aimed at giving small businesses a break on their rent could cost the public purse $520 million this fiscal year.

COVID-19 rent aid for businesses, landlords to cost $520 million, PBO says

Parliament's spending watchdog estimates a federal program aimed at giving small businesses a break on their rent could cost the public purse $520 million this fiscal year.

The DOJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash

The Department of Justice is dropping its investigation into three US senators accused of insider trading over stock sales made after they received closed-door briefings on the novel coronavirus.

The DOJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Sens. Kelly Loeffler, James Inhofe, and Dianne Feinstein have said money managers sold the stock without their direct involvement.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

The DoJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash

Senators Loeffler, Inhofe, and Feinstein sold stock earlier this year — but said the move was made by money managers without their direct involvement.

The DoJ has dropped its probe into 3 US senators who dumped stock work millions shortly before the coronavirus market crash

Senators Loeffler, Inhofe, and Feinstein sold stock earlier this year — but said the move was made by money managers without their direct involvement.

Aditya Birla Fashion set to launch Rs 1,000 crore rights issue; here’s what it will do with the money

The board, which is meeting on Wednesday, is set to approve the plan to raise Rs 1,000 crore by way of a rights issue, which will be fully subscribed to by the promoters/promoter group, the official said.

Aditya Birla Fashion plans Rs 1,000 crore rights issue

Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail is the country's largest pure-play fashion and lifestyle player.

Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail plans Rs 1,000 crore rights issue

Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail is the country's largest pure-play fashion and lifestyle player with a strong bouquet of fashion brands and retail formats with a network of over 3,040 stores, and presence across 25,000 multi-brand outlets across the country.

Aditya Birla Fashion plans to launch Rs 1,000-cr rights issue: Official

The rights issue is part of their objectives of reducing leverage, strengthening balance sheet apart from funding general corporate expenses, including working capital

Russia flew 14 MiG 29s and Su-24s to Libya: US army

Russian military personnel flew MiG 29 and SU-24 fighter planes to a Libyan airbase escorted by other aircraft, the US military said on Wednesday, detailing a deployment of airpower that could have a significant effect on Libya's war.

U.S. military says Russia flew 14 MiG 29s and Su-24s to Libya

TUNIS (Reuters) - Russian military personnel flew MiG 29 and SU-24 fighter planes to a Libyan airbase escorted by other Russian fighter jets, the U.S. military said on Wednesday, detailing a deployment of air power that could have a big impact on Libya’s war.

Biden calls Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

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

Biden calls Trump a fool for mocking masks during pandemic

President Donald Trump has resisted wearing masks in front of cameras at series of public events, including on Memorial Day.

Biden calls Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

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

Coronavirus: Joe Biden calls US President Donald Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Tuesday called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a series of recent public events, saying his lack of

Nokia shuts Tamil Nadu plant after 42 employees test positive for Coronavirus

Chinese smartphone maker OPPO last week suspended operations at a recently re-opened plant on the outskirts of New Delhi after at least nine workers tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Nokia Shuts Plant in Tamil Nadu After 42 Employees Test Positive for COVID-19

Nokia last week suspended operations at a telecoms gear manufacturing plant in southern India, the company said on Tuesday, after some employees tested positive for COVID-19.

Nokia shuts Tamil Nadu plant after 42 employees test positive for COVID-19

Nokia did not disclose how many workers at the Sriperumbudur plant tested positive, but a source familiar with the matter said they were at least 42.

Nokia shuts plant in Tamil Nadu after 42 test positive for COVID-19

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

Panama to relax coronavirus measures in second stage of re-opening

PANAMA CITY (Reuters) - The Panama government said on Tuesday that in June it will start to relax some measures imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, permitting sectors such as construction, nonmetallic mining and pharmaceuticals to resume operations.

Panama to relax coronavirus measures in second stage of re-opening

PANAMA CITY  – The Panama government said on Tuesday that in June it will start to relax some measures imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, permitting sectors such as construction, nonmetallic mining and pharmaceuticals to resume operations.

Panama to relax coronavirus measures in 2nd stage of re-opening

PANAMA CITY — The Panama government said on Tuesday that in June it will start to relax some measures imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, permitting sectors such as construction, nonmetallic mining and pharmaceuticals to resume operations.

Govt extends Bharat Petroleum privatisation bid deadline to July 31

Any private company having a net worth of $ 10 billion is eligible for bidding and consortium of not more than four firms will be allowed to bid

BPCL privatisation bid deadline extended; check new date

The company distributes 21 per cent of petroleum products consumed in the country by volume as of March this year.

BPCL privatisation bid deadline further extended until July 31

While the Cabinet had in November last year approved the sale of government's entire 52.98 percent stake in BPCL, offers seeking expression of interest (EoI), or bids showing interest in buying its stake, were invited only on March 7.

Government extends BPCL bid deadline to July 31

The EoI submission deadline was May 2, but on March 31 it was extended up to June 13.

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll

Economic prospects for the developed world this year have darkened again in the past month as the coronavirus pandemic has rolled from Asia to the ...

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Poll

With many countries starting to ease lockdown restrictions imposed to stop the spread of the virus, which has infected over 5.5 million people globally

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed: Reuters poll

World economic prospects darken, rebound delayed – Poll

BENGALURU (Reuters) – Economic prospects for the developed world this year have darkened again in the past month as the coronavirus pandemic has rolled from Asia to the Americas, with a V-shaped sharp recovery expected by less than one-fifth of economists polled by Reuters.

Disney World to Reopen in July, SeaWorld Orlando to Reopen in June

Walt Disney World is planning on a phased reopening for its four parks in July, while SeaWorld Orlando plans to open its parks in June.

Disney World to Reopen in July, SeaWorld Orlando to Reopen in June

Walt Disney World is planning on a phased reopening for its four parks in July, while SeaWorld Orlando plans to open its parks in June.

Twitter labels Trump tweets with a fact check for the first time

Twitter for the first time put a warning label under two posts by Donald Trump. Twitter highlighted two of Trump's tweets on Tuesday that falsely claimed mail-in ballots

For first time, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter put a warning label under two posts by Donald Trump, prompting the US president to accuse the popular social media platform of "interfering" in the presidential election.

In a first, Twitter fact-checks Trump's tweets

In a first, Twitter fact-checks Trump's tweets. Twitter highlighted 2 of Trump's tweets that falsely claimed mail-in ballots would lead to widespread voter fraud.

Twitter labels Trump's tweets as misleading, US President hits back

Twitter's decision is likely to raise further questions about its willingness to consistently apply the label to other Trump's tweets

White House letter doesn’t explain why Trump fired watchdogs | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, the White House has told Congress, but the administration offered no new details about why the internal watchdogs were let go.

White House defends, but does not explain, watchdog firings

WASHINGTON — The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, but the administration offered no new details about why they were let go.

White House letter doesn't explain why Trump fired watchdogs

U.S. President Donald Trump followed the law when he fired multiple inspectors general in the last two months, the White House has told Congress, but the administration offered no new details about why the internal watchdogs were let go.

White House defends, but does not explain Donald Trump firing watchdog

A White House letter issued in response to concerns from a prominent Republican senator does little to explain the decision-making behind Trump's recent upheaval of the inspector general community.

Why U.S. energy CEOs will get big payouts despite oil meltdown

BOSTON/NEW YORK (Reuters) - National Oilwell Varco Inc (NOV) has had a rough few years: Since 2017, the Houston company, whose drilling equipment is in major oilfields worldwide, has lost two-thirds of its value, costing shareholders a combined $9 billion.

Why US energy CEOs will get big payouts despite oil meltdown

National Oilwell Varco Inc (NOV) has had a rough few years: Since 2017, the Houston company, whose drilling equipment is in major oilfields ...

Why U.S. energy CEOs will get big payouts despite oil meltdown

Why U.S. energy CEOs will get big payouts despite oil meltdown

'Mothership' office on horizon but don't write off London, says Canary Wharf boss

LONDON (Reuters) - The coronavirus crisis is accelerating a move to a new type of office which will be more of a “mothership” model with people working from multiple locations, though it is too early to write off mega cities such as London, Canary Wharf’s manager said.

'Mothership' office on horizon but don't write off London: Canary Wharf

'Mothership' office on horizon but don't write off London: Canary Wharf

‘Mothership’ office on horizon but don't write off London, says Canary Wharf boss

LONDON, May 27 — The coronavirus crisis is accelerating a move to a new type of office which will be more of a “mothership” model with people working from multiple locations, though it is too early to write off mega cities such as London, Canary Wharf’s manager said. As well as causing more...

Missile attack on Yemen army command in Marib kills at least 7

Yemen's Houthi fighters have fired missiles targeting the army command of the Saudi-backed government in Marib province, causing several casualties, including relatives of the chief of staff, according to military sources cited by news agencies.

Missile attack on Yemen army base in Marib kills seven: sources

ADEN (Reuters) - Houthi fighters in Yemen fired missiles at a military base of the Saudi-backed government in Marib province, northeast of the capital Sanaa, on Tuesday, killing seven people including relatives of the chief of staff, three military sources said.

With black masks and silence, Spain mourns its coronavirus dead

MADRID (Reuters) - Grieving Spaniards wore black and fell silent across the nation at midday on Wednesday at the start of 10 days of mourning for more than 27,000 dead from the coronavirus crisis.

With black masks and silence, Spain mourns its COVID-19 dead

MADRID: Grieving Spaniards wore black and fell silent across the nation at midday on Wednesday (May 27) at the start of 10 days of mourning for ...

With black masks and silence, Spain mourns its coronavirus dead

MADRID - Grieving Spaniards wore black and fell silent across the nation at midday on Wednesday at the start of 10 days of mourning for more than 27,000 dead from the coronavirus crisis.

Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

'The cabinet will come up with a Hong Kong humanitarian assistance action plan...to provide complete planning for Hong Kong people's residency, accommodation and care,' says Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen

Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian "action plan" for Hong Kongers pushing for democracy in the financial hub as an influx of activists seek sanctuary on the self-ruled democratic island. Hong Kong was upended by months of often violent pro-democracy protests

Taiwan leader vows ‘action plan’ for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian "action plan" for Hong Kongers pushing for democracy in the financial hub as an influx of activists seek sanctuary on the self-ruled democratic island.

Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian

Special Report: U.S. takes aim at the power behind Venezuela's Maduro - his first lady

CARACAS/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Four years ago, a bit player in the Venezuelan leadership was arrested in Colombia and extradited to the United States to face drug charges. He proved to be an important catch.

Special Report: U.S. takes aim at the power behind Venezuela's Maduro - his first lady

CARACAS/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Four years ago, a bit player in the Venezuelan leadership was arrested in Colombia and extradited to the United States to face drug charges. He proved to be an important catch.

BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds

‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.

BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds

‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.

BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds

Black, Asian or minority ethnic (BAME) nurses are more likely to have problems accessing protective equipment, according to a new poll.The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) identified a “stark and deeply worrying” contrast over PPE provision for staff from different backgrounds.The union said it is “unacceptable” that BAME nurses “are less protected than other nursing staff”.Data has emerged suggesting that people from BAME backgrounds are being disproportionately adversely affected by Covid-19.

BAME nurses ‘less protected’ as PPE shortages persist, poll finds

‘Deeply worrying’ survey reveals that BAME workers feel less protected than those from other backgrounds.

Coronavirus fines in north drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The number of fines issued by the PSNI over social distancing rules dropped from nearly 400 to 30 in a month, it can be revealed.

Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.

Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.

Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.

Head of Italy's Lombardy region given police escort as COVID anger mounts

MILAN (Reuters) - The governor of Lombardy, the northern region at the epicentre of Italy’s coronavirus outbreak, said on Wednesday that he had been given a police escort after growing criticism of his administration’s handling of the crisis.

‘Too much venom’: Lombardy governor reveals reasons for police escort

The governor of Lombardy, the northern region at the epicentre of Italy's coronavirus outbreak, says he has been given a police escort after growing

Head of Italy's Lombardy region given police escort as COVID anger mounts

The governor of Lombardy, the northern region at the epicentre of Italy's coronavirus outbreak, said on Wednesday that he had been given a police escort after growing criticism of his administration's handling of the crisis. Lombardy, Italy's richest and most populous region and the motor

Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds

The annual national star count revealed 61% of people can see 10 stars or fewer in the constellation Orion.

Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds

The annual national star count revealed 61% of people can see 10 stars or fewer in the constellation Orion.

Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds

The annual national star count revealed 61% of people can see 10 stars or fewer in the constellation Orion.

Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds

The annual national star count revealed 61% of people can see 10 stars or fewer in the constellation Orion.

Suriname election: Preliminary results show opposition winning

Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed on Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the longtime rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of political opponents.

Opposition set to win Suriname election: preliminary results

Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the long-time rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of p...

Opposition set to win Suriname election: preliminary results

Suriname's main opposition party is poised to win the country's general election, preliminary results showed Wednesday, an outcome likely to end the long-time rule of President Desi Bouterse, who was convicted months earlier of ordering the murder of p...

Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of black man

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.Mayor Jacob Frey announced the firings on Twitter, saying "This is the right call.”The man's death Monday night was under investigation by the FBI and state law enforcement authorities. It immediately drew comparisons to the case of Eric Garner, an unarmed black man who died in 2014 in New York after he was placed in a chokehold by police and pleaded for his life, saying he could not breathe.

Four Minneapolis Officers Fired After Death of Black Man

Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.

Four Minneapolis officers opened fire after unarmed black man dies

Minneapolis: Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.

Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of unarmed black man

The death comes amid outrage over the death of Ahmaud Arbery, a black man shot by a white father and son while jogging

Galleries in Europe open doors as lockdown lifts – in pictures

While museums and galleries across the UK remain closed, cultural institutions abroad are beginning to welcome visitors as lockdown eases

Galleries in Europe open doors as lockdown lifts – in pictures

While museums and galleries across the UK remain closed, cultural institutions abroad are beginning to welcome visitors as lockdown eases

300 held as thousands protest over security laws in Hong Kong

Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

Hong Kong police arrest 300 as thousands protest over security laws

HONG KONG, May 27 (Reuters) - Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China, that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets, arrest 300

Thousands take to the streets to protest against national security legislation proposed by China

300 Arrested As Thousands Protest In Hong Kong Over China's Proposed Law

Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China, that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

What the papers say – May 27

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

'Don't drive if you're blind' and 'rising Tory revolt': Papers continue to lead with Dominic Cummings row

Attacks and ridicule aimed at Boris Johnson’s government and his aide Dominic Cummings lead the Wednesday papers. The Daily Mirror keeps up its attacks on a government in “chaos”, rounding on Mr Cummings and the minister deployed to front the media on Tuesday, Michael Gove.

What the papers say – May 27

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

What the papers say – May 27

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