Latest Updates on Wuhan's Deadly Coronavirus

The impact and infections of the Wuhan coronavirus are spreading rapidly each day, here is a comprehensive list of the latest news on the outbreak.

Shelterless Syrians burn refuse for warmth in bitter Idlib winter

AMMAN/GENEVA (Reuters) - Families fleeing air strikes and advancing troops in Syria’s Idlib province are sleeping rough in streets and olive groves, and burning toxic bundles of rubbish to stay warm in the biting winter weather, aid workers say.

Netflix Australia Is Adding Some Seriously Cool Content This Weekend

Netflix is unceremoniously dumping a bunch of movues this month, including bona fide classics like Vertigo, Dazed and Confused and Shakespeare In Love (shut up, I like it.) But it's partially making up for this via some seriously cool additions this weekend. Here is the full list....

Attackers kill 31 in Mali village, after massacre last year at same site

BAMAKO (Reuters) - At least 31 people were killed on Friday in an attack on a village that was the scene last year of Mali’s worst civilian massacre in recent memory, the government said.

20 killed in central Mali village

Twenty people were killed in an overnight attack on a village in central Mali, a local official said Friday, in an apparent bout of ethnic violence in the war-torn state. "We have 20 dead. Som...

20 killed at ethnic flarepoint in central Mali

Twenty people were killed in an attack overnight on a village in central Mali, local officials said Friday, in an apparent spate of ethnic violence in the deeply troubled region.

Attack kills 21 in central Mali ethnic flashpoint

Twenty-one people were killed in an attack overnight on a village in central Mali, the government said Friday, in an apparent spate of ethnic violence in the deeply troubled region.

Several killed in central Mali village attack, local officials say

At least 20 villagers were killed in an attack in central Mali overnight, local officials said Friday, in an apparent bout of ethnic violence in the war-torn state.

New York Mayor de Blasio endorses Sanders in 2020 Democratic race

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - New York Mayor Bill de Blasio endorsed U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders in the 2020 Democratic presidential race on Friday, the Sanders campaign said.

De Blasio to endorse Sanders for President: reports

With former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg rising in the polls, his successor is wading back into the 2020 Democratic primary.

De Blasio endorses former 2020 rival Sanders for president

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is endorsing Bernie Sanders for president, a move that puts de Blasio in a position to become a leading...

De Blasio endorses former 2020 rival Sanders for president

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is endorsing Bernie Sanders for president, a move that puts de Blasio in a position to become a leading voice in opposition to Sanders’ newest rival, Mike Bloomberg, his predecessor in leading the nation’s largest city. De Blasio, an unabashed liberal who was elected in 2013, will campaign …

After first death, Japan pledges more containment effort; cases increase

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan on Friday vowed to step up testing and efforts to contain the spread of a new coronavirus after suffering its first death and finding new cases, including a doctor and at least one taxi driver, in different parts of the country.

After first death, Japan pledges more containment effort; cases increase

Japan on Friday vowed to step up testing and efforts to contain the spread of a new coronavirus after suffering its first death and finding new cases, including a doctor and at least one taxi driver, in different parts of the country.

Japan confirms first death from coronavirus

Japan confirms first death from coronavirus

Japan to step up efforts on coronavirus testing, containment after first death

Japan on Friday vowed to step up testing and containment efforts for the coronavirus after suffering its first death and the confirmation of new cases, including a doctor and a taxi driver.

Japan vows to step up efforts on coronavirus testing, containment after first fatality

Elderly passengers who have medical conditions or are in windowless rooms can complete their quarantine onshore, Kato said.

US, Taliban reach truce agreement calling for 'reduction in violence'

American and Taliban officials have agreed Friday to sign a truce agreement that will see a seven-day “reduction in violence” in Afghanistan – in addition to possible U.S. troop withdrawals.

US, Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement, official says

The truce agreement that will take effect “very soon” and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan, a senior official said.

US and Taliban reach ‘reduction of violence’ deal, official claims

The official told reporters at a security conference in Munich that the seven-day period of a reduction of violence had not begun yet.

Official says U.S., Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement

A senior U.S. official said Friday the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect 'very soon' and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.

US and Taliban reach Afghanistan truce on sidelines of Munich summit

The truce came after U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper met in Munich with Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani.

US and Taliban ‘reach Afghan truce agreement’

The final details were hammered out in Doha, Qatar.

Official says US, Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement

A senior U.S.official said Friday the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect "very soon" and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.

U.S., Taliban reach truce agreement that could lead to withdrawals of American troops, official says

A senior U.S. official says the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect “very soon” and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.

US, Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement

A senior U.S. official said Friday the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect “very soon” and could lead to...

US and Taliban ‘reach Afghan truce agreement’

The final details were hammered out in Doha, Qatar.

US and Taliban ‘reach Afghan truce agreement’

The final details were hammered out in Doha, Qatar.

US, Taliban reach truce agreement in Afghanistan

A senior U.S. official says the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect “very soon” and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.

Official says US, Taliban reach Afghan truce agreement

A senior U.S. official says the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect “very soon” and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.

Official says US, Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement

A senior U.S.official said Friday the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect "very soon" and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.

U.S., Taliban reach agreement on temporary ‘reduction in violence’: official

If successfully completed, the truce will lead to a formal ceasefire, the start of peace negotiations between all Afghan sides next month and the ultimate withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan

Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video

Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections. 

Paris mayoral candidate quits race amid sex video scandal

Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Benjamin Griveaux, a candidate for mayor of Paris who'd been endorsed by French President Emmanuel Macron, withdrew from the race Friday amid a scandal involving an extramarital affair and sexual images posted online.

Paris mayoral candidate drops out over sex video scandal

Benjamin Griveaux, who was standing for party of President Macron, lambasts ‘vile attacks’

Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video

The ambitious Griveaux helped found the Republic on the Move (LREM) party, but recent polls showed him trailing in third place in Paris, which Macron won comfortably in the 2017 presidential election.

Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video

Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, has withdrawn from the race over a leaked sex video, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections.

Macron Ally Withdraws Paris Mayoral Bid After Sexual Videos Emerge

Benjamin Griveaux made the announcement after a Russian performance artist in France published the private footage.

Macron's mayoral candidate withdraws after scandal

In a heavy blow to French leader Emmanuel Macron, his former government spokesman pulled out of the race to become mayor of Paris on Friday after French...

Macron's candidate for Paris mayor quits race over sex tape

Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow to the French president's party ahead of March local elections.

Macron's Paris mayoral candidate quits after sex video publication

Benjamin Griveaux withdrew from the race on Friday saying he didn't want to put his family at risk.

French leader Macron loses his mayoral candidate in Paris

PARIS — In a heavy blow to French leader Emmanuel Macron, his former government spokesman pulled out of the race to become mayor of Paris on Friday, after French media reports of leaks onto the internet of compromising sexual images.

Emmanuel Macron’s pick for Paris mayor drops out over sex video

Setback for French president as Benjamin Griveaux withdraws from race

French leader Macron loses his mayoral candidate in Paris

PARIS — In a heavy blow to French leader Emmanuel Macron, his former government spokesman pulled out of the race to become mayor of Paris on Friday, after French media reports of leaks onto the internet of compromising sexual images. The sudden withdrawal of Benjamin Griveaux left Macron’s party without a mayoral candidate in the …

Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video

Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections.

Candidate from Macron’s party withdraws from Paris mayoral race over sex tape allegations

Emmanuel Macron’s candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow for the French president’s party ahead of March local elections. 

China Reports 6 Health Workers Dead and 1,716 Sickened by Coronavirus

Health officials in China announced on Friday that the new coronavirus has sickened at least 1,716 health care workers and killed six. Roughly 87 per cent of those health workers infected with COVID-19 were in Hubei province, the epicentre of the outbreak, according to Chinese state media outlet China Daily.

China says 6 health workers died from virus, 1,716 infected

BEIJING: Six health workers have died from the new coronavirus in China and more than 1,700 have been infected, health officials said Friday, underscoring the risks doctors and nurses have taken due to shortages of protective gear.

China says 6 health workers died from coronavirus, 1,716 infected

BEIJING: Six health workers have died from the new coronavirus in China and more than 1,700 have been infected, health officials said Friday (Feb ...

Coronavirus infects more than 1,700 health workers in China, 6 die

More than 1,700 Chinese medical workers have been infected by the new virus that has killed nearly 1,400 people and spread to other parts of Asia and as far as the US and Europe.

Coronavirus inflicts growing toll on China’s health workers

A new coronavirus has taken a growing toll of Chinese health workers on the front line of the fight to stop it, a top official said on Friday

Hundreds of health workers infected by coronavirus in China

Six of the workers have died, the National Health Commission said.

China virus death toll nears 1,400, six health workers among victims

The health emergency in China has caused fears of more global contagion, with more than two-dozen countries reporting hundreds of cases among them. Three people have died outside mainland China.

China virus death toll nears 1,400, six health workers among victims

The death toll from China's virus epidemic neared 1,400 on Friday with six medical workers among the victims, underscoring the country's struggle to contain a deepening health crisis.

China Reports 6 Health Workers Dead and 1,716 Sickened by Coronavirus

Health officials in China announced on Friday that the new coronavirus has sickened at least 1,716 health care workers and killed six. Roughly 87 percent of those health workers infected with COVID-19 were in Hubei province, the epicenter of the outbreak, according to Chinese state media outlet China Daily.

China says 6 medics died from virus

Report underscores risks doctors and nurses have taken due to shortages of protective gear.

China says 6 health workers died from virus, 1,716 infected

Six health workers have died from the new coronavirus in China and more than 1,700 have been infected, health officials said Friday, underscoring the risks doctors and nurses have taken due to shortages of protective gear.

Is China Underreporting Coronavirus Figures? 6 Health Workers Died, 1,716 Infected

Didn't China understand that the health workers are at greater risk? What measures did it take?

China says 1,716 health workers infected by coronavirus, six dead

BEIJING (Reuters) - A senior Chinese health official said on Friday 1,716 health workers have been infected by the coronavirus and six of them have died.

Things to do today in London: Saturday February 15 2020

London might be full of loved-up couples this Valentine’s weekend, but there’s still plenty of exciting stuff for the singletons among us, from a queer-friend

New Honda Dio: 5 things to know

The 110cc scooter has received both cosmetic and mechanical changes for 2020. Click here for more.

10 things you need to know before the opening bell

This is what traders are talking about.

This Week in Pictures: 8 -14 February

This Week in Pictures: 8 -14 February. For more great photos, visit the Sputnik International website

10 things you need to know today: February 14, 2020

Attorney general says Trump's tweets make his job impossible, the Pentagon diverts $3.8 billion for Trump's wall, and more 

5 things to know for Friday, February 14, 2020

For the first time in three decades, VIA Rail has cancelled services across Canada as a result of ongoing pipeline protests. Here's what else you need to know to start your day.

10 things you need to know before the opening bell

This is what traders are talking about.

What every Canadian investor needs to know today

A look at the morning’s market action

3 Big Things Today, February 14, 2020

Soybean and grain futures were little changed in overnight trading as the coronavirus spreads.

10 Things to Know for Today

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:

10 New Albums to Stream Today

Featuring Tame Impala, Nathaniel Rateliff, Bambara and more

WHO coronavirus team to arrive in China this weekend

Feb. 14 (UPI) -- A multi-national team of experts representing the World Health Organization is scheduled to arrive in China this weekend to assist in the COVID-19 response, officials said Friday.

Cats are wearing coronavirus masks in China

Pet owners in China are putting on makeshift masks on their furry friends as the deadly coronavirus outbreak continues to ravage the country. 

China Turns to Blockchain As Coronavirus Spins Out of Control

With 65,000 people infected with the coronavirus Chinese startup Hyperchain has launched a blockchain-based platform for charitable donations.

China coronavirus toll increases to 1,367

Chinese authorities on Thursday said the overall toll due to the deadly coronavirus outbreak in the country has reached 1,367, with 52,526 confirmed cases

Under China's coronavirus lockdown, millions have nowhere to go

(Reuters) - Around 500 million people in China are currently affected by policies put in place restricting movement, to contain the COVID-19 coronavirus.

The Coronavirus Story Is Too Big for China to Spin

Maybe what goes up online must come down, but what comes down will go up again.

Coronavirus travel setback spreads beyond China

According to travel analytics company ForwardKeys, the travel setback caused by the coronavirus outbreak has now spread beyond China, with other parts of the Asia Pacific region experiencing a 10.5% slowdown in outbound travel bookings for March and April, excluding trips to and from China and Hong Kong. As of 9th February, the setback looks likely to be most marked in North East Asia, where outbound bookings for March & April, are 17.1% behind where they were at the equivalent moment

Coronavirus kills nearly 1,400 in China so far, 64,000 affected

The epidemic, which surfaced in a Chinese seafood and poultry market in December last year, has spread to 24 countries, forcing the World Health Organization to declare the situation a global health emergency.

Is the coronavirus epidemic China’s ‘Chernobyl moment'?

"It is a system that turns every natural disaster into an even greater man-made catastrophe."

Indian students stripped for menstruation checks

The students were told to undress after a used sanitary napkin was found in a garden outside Sahjanand Girls Institute, where they are banned from the hostel when they are having their periods.

Indian students stripped for menstruation checks

Its rules bar students from staying in the hostel during their periods.

Students Stripped For Menstruation Checks

Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.

Indian students stripped for menstruation checks

Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.

Indian students stripped for menstruation checks

Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.

Indian students stripped for menstruation checks

Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating. The students were told to undress after a used sanitary napkin was found in a garden outside Sahjanand Girls Institute, where they are banned from the hostel when

Indian students stripped for menstruation checks

Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.

Caution against rising temperatures

Heat up by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius in Alappuzha, Kottayam, Kannur, Kasaragod

Caution notice from COMED-K

The Consortium of Medical Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has issued caution note for students registering for Under Graduate entrance test during 2020-21 academic year scheduled to be held on May 10th 2020.

Still rising

BEIJING — The death toll from China’s virus epidemic neared 1,400 on Friday, as the United States complained of a “lack of transparency” from Beijing over its handling of a crisis that has fuelled global panic.

Lumber Is Quietly Rising

Lumber has not followed crude oil and copper.An industrial commodity for construction.Rates in the U.S. favor new home building.Levels to watch in the lumber futures market.The futures are dangerous;

Astra's star still rising

Now celebrating its 40th anniversary with a new model, it has sold  over three million sold in the UK since 1979 and in a startling statistic, Vauxhall says that more than 25 per cent of British motorists have either owned or driven an Astra.

Astra's star still rising

Now celebrating its 40th anniversary with a new model, it has sold  over three million sold in the UK since 1979 and in a startling statistic, Vauxhall says that more than 25 per cent of British motorists have either owned or driven an Astra.

Temperatures to drop across Oman

PACA said, in its weather forecast for Friday.

Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in disappearance dies

BOCA RATON, Fla. - Charles “Chuckie” O'Brien, a longtime associate of Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa who became a leading suspect in the labour

Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in disappearance dies

BOCA RATON, Fla. - Charles “Chuckie” O'Brien, a longtime associate of Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa who became a leading suspect in the labour leader's disappe

Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies

Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.

Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies

Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.

Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies

Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.

Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien, Jimmy Hoffa associate portrayed in 'The Irishman,' dies at 86

Charles “Chuckie” O’Brien, an associate of the late Teamsters union boss Jimmy Hoffa who is portrayed in the 2019 movie “The Irishman,” died Thursday in Boca Raton, Fla., according to reports. He was 86.

Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in disappearance dies

BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Charles “Chuckie” O'Brien, a longtime associate of Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa who became a leading suspect in the labor leader's disappearance and later was portrayed...

Donald Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases

Barr had said that Trump’s tweets made his job difficult

Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases

President Donald Trump dismissed rare criticism from his attorney general Friday, tweeting that he has the "legal right" to intervene in criminal cases whenever he likes.

Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases

WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — President Donald Trump dismissed rare criticism from his attorney general today, tweeting that he has the “legal right” to intervene in criminal cases whenever he likes. The Republican businessman has been accused by opponents in Congress of trying to strip away the...

Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases

President Donald Trump has been accused by opponents in Congress of trying to strip away the Justice Department's independence to benefit himself and his allies

Trump tweets that he has the 'legal right' to involve A.G. Barr in criminal cases

Trump's assertion comes a day after Barr said the president's tweets "make it impossible for me to do my job."

Trump Claims Has ‘Legal Right’ to Intervene in Criminal Prosecutions But Has Not Done So

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - President Donald Trump said in a statement on Friday that he has never intervened in a criminal case thus far even though he has the authority to do so.

US Navy seizes Iranian-manufactured missiles in Arabian Sea

It added that the weapons seized were components of Iranian design and manufacture, including three Iranian surface-to-air missiles.

U.S. Navy Seizes Cache of Iranian Weapons Bound for Yemen

The U.S. Navy intercepts a small vessel in the Arabian Sea and finds it loaded with illegal Iranian weapons bound for Yemen.

Navy confiscates Iranian weapons in Arabian Sea

Feb. 14 (UPI) -- The U.S. Navy earlier this week stopped a ship in the Arabian Sea believed to be bound for Yemen loaded with Iranian-made missiles and other weapons, U.S. Central Command said Thursday.

US Warship Seizes 150 Iranian Missiles En Route in Arabian Sea [WATCH]

The advanced weapon systems are similar to weapons seized last November that were en route to Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.

US Navy seizes Iranian weapons in Arabian Sea: video

US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Thursday afternoon that the USS Normandy (CG60) boarded a dhow in the Arabian Sea on Sunday and seized a “large cache” of Iranian-made weapons while conducting “maritime security operations.” “The weapons seized include 150 ‘Dehlavieh’ anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM), which are Iranian-manufactured copies of Russian Kornet ATGMs,” read the February 13 CENTCOM release. “Other weapons components seized aboard the dhow were of Iranian design and manufacture and included three Iranian surface-to-air missiles, Iranian thermal imaging weapon scopes, and Iranian components for unmanned aerial and surface vessels, as well as other munitions and advanced weapons parts.” Video footage released by CENTCOM Public Affairs shows US Navy personnel boarding the vessel during the February 9 operation in the Arabian Sea. #USA Le 9 février 2020, l'#USSNormandy #CG60, alors qu'il menait des opérations de sécurité maritime dans la zone d'opérations du Commandement central américain, est monté…

Israeli strikes kill seven in Damascus

Three were Syrian soldiers and the rest were members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard

Israeli missile attack on Syria kills 7 fighters: monitor

A missile attack launched from Israel on military targets near Damascus overnight killed three Syrian and four Iranian fighters, a war monitor said Friday.

Alleged Israeli attack on Damascus kills 7 fighters, war monitor says

'Missiles were launched from Golan Heights,' Syrian media claims.

Israeli attack on Damascus kills 7 fighters: monitor

Israeli strikes on Damascus airport killed seven fighters, a war monitor said Friday, the latest in a string of attacks targeting Iran's military presence in Syria.

Israeli attack on Damascus kills 7 fighters ―Monitor

Israeli strikes on Damascus airport killed seven fighters, a war monitor reported, latest in a string of attacks on Iran's presence in Syria.

(Breaking) Bayelsa: Thousands protest over Supreme Court’s ruling

Thousands of women took to the streets blocking major roads to protest the judgement insisting that no handover of power would be conducted

Supreme Court ruling: PDP governors congratulate Diri

Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors' forum have sent their congratulatory message to Senate Duoye Diri over the Supreme Court ruling in Bayelsa.

Supreme Court’s judgement: Protest rocks Bayelsa state

Thousands of women took over the streets in Yenagoa to block major roads in order to protest the Supreme Court judgement that stopped David Lyon's inauguration as the next governor of Bayelsa state.

BREAKING: Protests rock Bayelsa over Supreme Court judgement

Protests have rocked different parts of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital, following the Supreme Court's judgement that stopped the inauguration...

(Breaking) Bayelsa: Thousands protest over Supreme Court Ruling

Protests have rocked different parts of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital, following the Supreme Court’s judgement that stopped the inauguration of Chief David Lyon as the governor of the state. Thousands of women took to the streets blocking major roads to protest the judgement insisting that no handover of power would be conducted in the stateRead More

Karnataka High Court stays CCI order against Amazon, Flipkart

‘Centre probing FEMA violation charge against e-com giants’

Karnataka HC Stays CCI Probe Into Alleged Violation Of Competition Laws By Amazon, Flipkart

The court has asked the respondents in the matter including CCI and CAIT to file their responses within eight weeks.

Karnataka HC grants interim stay on CCI probe against Amazon, Flipkart

The order was delivered by Justice PS Dinesh Kumar on a petition filed by Amazon, seeking interim stay on the CCI probe order, after hearing the matter over the past three days

K’taka HC stays CCI probe order against Amazon, Flipkart

The respondents in the case, which are the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) and Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh, have decided to file an appeal against the order of the High Court with the consultation of their lawyers.

HC stays CCI’s order for investigation on Amazon, Flipkart

The Karnataka High Court on Friday stayed the January 13 order of the Competition Commission of India initiating an investigation to find out whether e-commerce majors Amazon and Flipkart have violate

15.62 lakh voters in Krishnagiri

A total of 15,62,882 voters have figured in the final electoral roll released by Collector S. Prabhakar at the Collecorate on Friday. The final electoral roll released for the six Assembly constituenc

Ramnad has 11.36 lakh voters and Sivaganga has 11,61744

Releasing the final electoral list, District Collector and Election Officer K Veera Raghava Rao said that there were 11,36,569 voters as on January 1, 2020, here on Friday.Speaking to reporters, he sa

Virudhunagar has 16.30 lakh voters

The final electoral roll for Virudhunagar district that was released on Friday has a total of 6,30,296 voters. Virudhunagar Collector, R. Kannan released the list in the presence of representatives of

12.33 lakh voters in Dharmapuri

The final electoral roll released here has listed a total of 12,33,053 voters for the five Assembly constituencies in the district. This includes 141 transgender voters, 6,06,852 female voters, and 6,

19.25 lakh voters in Erode district

As per the final electoral roll released here on Friday, there are 19,25,940 electors in the eight Assembly constituencies in the district. Collector C. Kathiravan released the list that was received

First coronavirus case in Africa recorded in Egypt

Cairo, Egypt | AFP |  Egypt’s health ministry on Friday confirmed its first case of the novel coronavirus, making it the first in Africa. The nationality of the person was not given in the joint statement with the population ministry, which added that they had shown no “symptoms”. Authorities have notified the World Health Organization …

Singapore reports nine new coronavirus cases – Reuters

Singapore has reported nine new confirmed cases of coronavirus infections, the biggest daily jump, on Friday, lifting the total count in the country t

China reports 121 new coronavirus deaths, more than 5,000 new cases

BEIJING: The death toll from a coronavirus outbreak rose by 121 in mainland China, the national health commission said on Friday (Feb 14). The ...

Eight new Covid-19 cases in Singapore; tally jumps to 58

SINGAPORE: Singapore detected eight new cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus as of Thursday night, bringing the tally in the republic to 58.

Brazil great Pele insists he is "fine" amid concerns over his health

The 79-year-old's son, Edinho, told TV Globo on Monday that his father was "embarrassed" to leave home due to his hip issues.

Pele insists ‘I’m fine’ amid concerns over his health

The 79-year-old’s son, Edinho, told TV Globo on Monday that his father was “embarrassed” to leave home due to his hip issues.

Pele insists ‘I’m fine’ amid concerns over his health

The 79-year-old’s son, Edinho, told TV Globo on Monday that his father was “embarrassed” to leave home due to his hip issues.

Pele insists ‘I’m fine’ amid concerns over his health

The 79-year-old’s son, Edinho, told TV Globo on Monday that his father was “embarrassed” to leave home due to his hip issues.

Coronavirus: The search for ‘patient zero’ in global spread

As the death toll from the novel coronavirus continues to rise, health authorities are searching for the person who may have triggered its spread around the world when they attended a business confer…

4 patients escape from coronavirus quarantine in Russia

Four young Russians fled from coronavirus quarantine in the northwestern city of St. Petersburg, according to the local news site Fontanka. The first...

Coronavirus a lesson in compassion: Recovered patient

Taiwanese businessman reminds public to be compassionate with those who have fallen ill

Two patients with coronavirus in UAE have recovered: Health ministry

DUBAI: Iran’s parliamentary elections were thrown into turmoil after thousands of potential candidates were excluded from standing. The elections, due to take place on Feb. 21, will be the first test of the government since protests erupted across the country in the aftermath of the downing of a Ukrainian airliner by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in January.

‘Felt bad’: Mamata Banerjee on not being invited to Metro launch

"We had worked hard for the East-West Metro project. We had to literally shed tears for it (approval). I felt bad, that a small metro route was inaugurated, but I was not even informed about the inauguration," Mamata Banerjee said in the state assembly.

Kolkata: Mamata Banerjee ‘felt bad’ about not being invited to metro corridor inauguration

Union Railway Minister Piyush Goyal flagged off the first phase of the East-West Metro Corridor project on Thursday.

Felt Bad: Mamata Banerjee on Not Being Invited to East-West Metro Launch

Banerjee, who was the railway minister from 2009-2011, said that she was not even informed about the inauguration after having shed tears years back to get the project approved.

'Felt bad': Mamata Banerjee on not being invited to E-W Metro launch

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday took umbrage at not being invited to the inauguration of the East-West Metro corridor, asserting that her team had to 'shed tears' to sanction the project when she was the railway minister.

Johnson's new Cabinet agrees to bring in points-based immigration system

The system is designed to reduce the number of low-skilled migrants entering Britain from next year.

Boris Johnson’s new Cabinet agrees to implement points-based immigration system

The Prime Minister chaired the meeting in Number 10 after a dramatic reshuffle which saw Sajid Javid quit as chancellor.

Boris Johnson’s new Cabinet agrees to implement points-based immigration system

The Prime Minister chaired the meeting in Number 10 after a dramatic reshuffle which saw Sajid Javid quit as chancellor.

UK ministers back post-Brexit points-based immigration system

‘Simpler’ and ‘fairer’ visa regime will apply from January 2021.

Seven confirmed killed, five injured in fresh Kaduna village attack

The Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed the killing of seven persons in a fresh attack on Maro Village bordering community between...

‘Seven killed’, many injured as ‘bandits’ attack Kaduna market

Seven people were allegedly killed by suspected bandits in a market at Maro village, Kajuru local government area of Kaduna state on Wednesday. The incident was said to have happened about

Police confirm 7 killed, 5 injured in Kaduna attack

Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed that seven persons were killed and five others injured in Maro village, a border community.

Seven killed, five injured as gunmen in military uniform attack Kaduna community - Police

The Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed that seven persons were killed and five others injured in Maro village, border community between Kajuru

Justice Department Drops Pursuit of Criminal Charges Against Former FBI Deputy Director McCabe

Andrew McCabe briefly served as the FBI's acting director, and was unceremoniously fired by President Trump just hours before his retirement in March 2018.

Justice Department Won’t Charge Former FBI Official Andrew McCabe in Lying Case

The Justice Department has told lawyers for former FBI deputy director Andrew McCabe that they will not charge him with a crime, according to his spokesperson. “At long last, justice has been done in this matter,” his lawyers said in a statement. Justice Department officials told them in a letter and

DOJ won't charge former FBI Deputy Director McCabe

The Department of Justice (DOJ) will no longer pursue criminal charges against former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, closing a high-profile case against the former official whose conduct during

No charges for former FBI Deputy Director Andy McCabe as DOJ closes case

Federal prosecutors have declined to charge former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, closing an investigation into whether he lied to federal officials about his involvement in a news media disclosure.

Tiger Roll returns with sights on a third consecutive Grand National

Tiger Roll returns to racing after 316 days with a view to making history by winning a third consecutive Grand National at Aintree in April

Grand National 2020: Tiger Roll gets go-ahead for Aintree hat-trick bid

Connections will send dual Grand National winner to Aintree in April providing all goes well in his two runs at Navan and Cheltenham

Tiger Roll gets green light to defend Grand National title

Two-time winner Tiger Roll will defend his Aintree Grand National title, if he comes through this...

Grand National hero Tiger Roll will return at Navan this weekend

It's been confirmed that Aintree hero Tiger Roll will make his seasonal reappearance in the Boyne...

Major drop in new cases

China reported Saturday a figure of 2,641 new virus cases, a major drop from the higher numbers in recent days since a broader diagnostic method was implemented.

Virus Toll Jumps, With 5,090 New Cases Thursday

China on Friday reported another sharp rise in the number of people infected with the coronavirus, as the death toll neared 1,400.

Too early for optimism despite drop in new virus cases

Daily reports of confirmed novel coronavirus pneumonia (COVID-19) cases in Hubei, the epicenter of the outbreak, plunged suddenly on Thursday following a dramatic surge the previous day. Experts believe the shift was due to local government's adoption of a new method to diagnose the virus, which allowed hospitals to clear a backlog of suspected cases on Wednesday

China reports major drop in new virus cases; 143 new deaths

BEIJING — China reported Saturday a figure of 2,641 new virus cases, a major drop from the higher numbers in recent days since a broader diagnostic method was implemented. The number of new deaths rose slightly to 143, bringing the total fatalities in mainland China to 1,523. The total number of confirmed cases in the …

S.C. police link man to missing girl after both found dead

Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Authorities said Friday they have linked a 30-year-old man to a missing 6-year-old South Carolina girl who vanished earlier this week, after both were found dead.

Evidence in trash can links dead neighbor to missing SC girl

Investigators say they found a man dead inside his South Carolina home shortly after finding an item from a missing 6-year-old girl inside his trash can

Missing sledder found dead

RCMP and the BC Coroners Service are investigating after a missing snowmobiler was found dead near Revelstoke.

Adani arm, AAI ink pact for 3 airports

Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) on Friday signed concession agreements with Airports Authority of India (AAI) for operating, managing and developing three airports — Lucknow, Mangaluru and Ahmedabad —

Adani group, AAI ink pacts for managing three airports

Adani group, AAI ink pacts for managing three airports Mumbai, Feb 14 ( PTI) Adani Group on Friday inked agreements with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the management, operations and development of Ahmedabad, Mangaluru and Lucknow airports. "Today, as we sign the concession agreements for Mangaluru, Lucknow & A'bad with the AAI, its the beginning of another historic journey catering to India's exponential airport infra demands," Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani said in a tweet.

Adani Group, Airport Authority of India ink pacts for managing Ahmedabad and two other airports

Three subsidiaries of the group – Adani Ahmedabad International Airport Limited, Adani Lucknow International Airport Limited and Adani Mangaluru International Airport Limited – have signed concession agreements with the AAI.

Xur's location and wares for February 14, 2020 - Destiny 2

It's that time again. Here is everything you need to know about Xur's location and fares for February 14, 2020 in Destiny 2.

Here’s where Xur is in Destiny 2 today, and what you should buy from him

Here are the latest items from Xur, and the location you can expect to find him

Destiny 2 Xur location and items, Feb. 14-18

Head to Nessus for some Exotics items from your favorite merchant.

Mike Bloomberg surpasses Joe Biden in latest Florida poll

Mike Bloomberg has overtaken Joe Biden in a new poll of likely Florida voters in the state’s presidential primary – with 27.3 percent support, up 10 points from a similar survey last month.

Poll: Michael Bloomberg Polling Ahead of Joe Biden in Florida

Former Mayor Michael Bloomberg is ahead of former Vice President Joe Biden in Florida, according to a new poll.

Poll: Bloomberg overtakes Biden in Florida

Michael Bloomberg is leading the pack of Democratic presidential hopefuls in Florida, according to a new survey from St.

BREAKING: Protesters attack Dickson's, Diri's houses

Persons protesting the Supreme Court judgement have invaded the personal houses of the outgone Governor of Bayelsa State, Seriake Dickson...

Breaking: Protesters storm Douye Diri’s house, vandalise properties (Photos)

Following the sack of the All Progressive Congress, APC, candidate, David Lyon, and the declaration of the candidate of the Peoples

Bayelsa: Protesters attack Diri’s residence, destroy properties

The Yenagoa residence of Duoye Diri, Bayelsa's new governor-elect, has been attacked by some angry protesters with some of his properties destroyed.

Douye Diri sworn in as Bayelsa gov

Daniels Igoni and Sampson Itode, Yenagoa The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the November 2019 governorship, Douye Diri, has been sworn in as the Governor of Bayelsa State. He wa...

Bayelsa set for Diri’s swearing-in as governor

All is set for the swearing-in of the People Democratic Party's Senator Douye Diri as the governor of Bayelsa State.

Police can’t tell if Bayelsa will have a new governor today

The inauguration ceremony should have commenced at 10 a.m. under normal circumstances.

Syrian military helicopter shot down near Aleppo, crew killed – state media

Chopper was hit by “a hostile missile”

Breaking: Syrian military helicopter shot down in west Aleppo

BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:45 P.M.) – Minutes ago, a Syrian military helicopter was shot down by the jihadist rebels in western Aleppo amid a new push by the militants to retake the areas they lost. READ ALSO: Syrian Army Scores New Advance in Southern Aleppo According to a field report, the Syrian military chopper was flying over the newly captured areas, when it was hit by missile fired by Turkish-backed militants in the western countryside of the Aleppo Governorate. A video was released shortly after the incident, showing the moment the militant anti-aircraft missile hit the Syrian military chopper. The downing of this military chopper marks the second time in three days that the Syrian Armed Forces have lost a helicopter in northwestern Syria.

Syrian Armed Forces Helicopter Shot Down in Aleppo - Reports

Militants shot down a Syrian army helicopter in Aleppo province, according to the Anadolu news agency.

“As Long As I’m President This Will Not Happen” -Russian President Putin On Gay Marriage

The President of Russia, Vladimir Putin has stated that he’s never going to legalize gay marriage as long as he’s in charge and that he’s against the idea of mom and dad being called ‘parent number 1’ and ‘parent number 2’. According to Putin, he would not allow the traditional notion to be subverted. His […]

Vladimir Putin says gay marriage will NEVER be allowed in Russia as long as he is in charge

RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin has said that gay marriage will not be legalised in the country as long as he is in charge. Putin made the comments while speaking at a state commission to discuss …

Putin: As long as I’m president, there’ll be no gay marriage in Russia

President VPresident Vladimir Putin of Russia says gay marriage will not be legalised as long as he is president. Speaking in Kremlin, a city in Moscow, where he met a

Boris Johnson delays plans for US visit after angry phone call with Trump

Boris Johnson is understood to have cancelled plans for a spring visit to the US amid tensions with Donald Trump about the decision to allow Chinese firm Huawei to play a role in the UK’s 5G network.

Boris Johnson delays trip to see Donald Trump

The prime minister had been expected to visit the White House in January.

Boris Johnson 'victory tour' visit to Trump's White House delayed until June

The Prime Minister and his girlfriend Carrie Symonds were invited to Washington in 'early 2020' after his election triumph - but the date's now thought to be June amid domestic issues and a row over Huawei

William and Kate 'set to take a break to spend more time with their children'

They have been very busy since Harry and Meghan left the UK

William and Kate take a break from royal duties – but it’s not what you think

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge don’t have any royal engagements scheduled for the next week because they’ll be spending quality time with their children.

Prince William, Kate Middleton to take royal break to spend time with kids

Are Prince William and Kate Middleton following in Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's footsteps? A new report claims the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge plan to take a brief break from their royal duties this month -- but it doesn't appear to be a Megxit 2.0.

President Kovind Appoints Kejriwal as Next Delhi CM; 6 MLAs to Take Oath as Ministers

President Kovind Appoints Kejriwal as Next Delhi CM; 6 MLAs to Take Oath as Ministers

Arvind Kejriwal appointed Delhi CM, 6 ministers to take oath

The 6 ministers who will take oath along with Arvind Kejriwal on 16 Feb are Manish Sisodia, Satyender Jain, Gopal Rai, Kailash Gehlot, Imran Hussain and Rajendra Gautam.The AAP recorded a massive victory winning 62 of the 70 seats while the BJP bagged the remaining eight seats

President appoints Arvind Kejriwal CM of Delhi

President Ramnath Kovind on Friday officially appointed AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal chief minister of Delhi.

Bloomberg woos black vote in Democratic race

Former Mayor rallies supporters in Texas

Bloomberg courts black vote in Democratic candidate countdown

The 77-year-old's campaign in the state has focused on black voters, who will be key to deciding the Democratic nomination.

Bloomberg courts black vote in Democratic candidate countdown

US billionaire Michael Bloomberg has launched a charm offensive to convince black voters, an important bloc in Democratic politics, that he is the right candidate to take on President Donald Trump in November.

Northern Powerhouse will still be represented at Cabinet, says No 10

Jake Berry resigned from his ministerial role on Thursday after being told he would not attend the meetings.

Northern Powerhouse will still be represented at Cabinet, says No 10

Jake Berry resigned from his ministerial role on Thursday after being told he would not attend the meetings.

Northern Powerhouse will still be represented at Cabinet, says No 10

Jake Berry resigned from his ministerial role on Thursday after being told he would not attend the meetings.

DOJ: Andrew McCabe Will Not Face Criminal Charges

Former Acting Director of the FBI Andrew McCabe will not face criminal charges for allegedly lying to agents about leaks to reporters.

DOJ won't pursue criminal charges against McCabe

The Justice Department said Friday it will not pursue criminal charges against former FBI deputy director Andrew McCabe, after a nearly two-year-long investigation into accusations brought by the agency's independent watchdog who found that he lacked "candor" when questioned about leaking to the media. 

DOJ Declines to Pursue Criminal Charges against Andrew McCabe

The Justice Department on Friday informed legal counsel for former deputy FBI director Andrew McCabe that it would not seek to file criminal charges against McCabe over his misleading federal investigators in connection with a 2016 press leak."Based on the totality of the circumstances and all of

Lewis pays tribute to predecessor as a ‘good friend’

Julian Smith was sacked as Northern Ireland Secretary during Thursday’s Cabinet reshuffle.

Lewis pays tribute to predecessor as a ‘good friend’

Julian Smith was sacked as Northern Ireland Secretary during Thursday’s Cabinet reshuffle.

Lewis pays tribute to predecessor as a ‘good friend’

Julian Smith was sacked as Northern Ireland Secretary during Thursday’s Cabinet reshuffle.

Weather warnings as Scotland braced for second storm this week

Heavy rain and strong winds are predicted as Storm Dennis hits the country on Saturday.

Weather warnings as Scotland braced for second storm this week

Heavy rain and strong winds are predicted as Storm Dennis hits the country on Saturday.

Weather warnings as Scotland braced for second storm this week

Heavy rain and strong winds are predicted as Storm Dennis hits the country on Saturday.

US bans visits by Sri Lanka army chief over war crimes

Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva, whose appointment last year drew wide international criticism, will be ineligible to visit the United States, as will his immediate family, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said. "The allegations of gross human rights violations against Silva, documented by the UN and other organizations, are serious and credible," he added.

US imposes sanctions on Sri Lankan army chief over war crimes

Top general Shavendra Silva, whose army unit was accused of shelling Tamils in ‘no-fire zones’, blacklisted for ‘gross violations of human rights’

U.S. bans visits by Sri Lanka army chief over war crimes

'The allegations of gross human rights violations against Shavendra Silva, documented by the United Nations and other organizations, are serious and credible,' says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

NIA's Pulwama probe almost reaches dead end as security forces gun down key conspirators

However, the case threw unique challenges for the NIA, the anti-terror probe agency formed in the aftermath of the Mumbai terror strikes in 2008.

NIA's painstaking Pulwama probe almost reaches dead end

The role of other conspirators which included Mudasir Ahmed Khan, Qari Mufti Yasser and Kamran came to light but all of them were killed in different encounters with security forces

NIA's painstaking Pulwama probe almost reaches dead end

"It was a blind case for us.There were lot of murmurs but everything needs to be established beyond doubt in the court of law," a senior official, who is part of the probe, said here. The first challenge was to establish the owner of the car used by suicide bomber Adil Ahmed Dar. There was nothing available from the vehicle which carried a cocktail of explosives.

Meghan McCain and Joy Behar Explode Over Bloomberg and Trump

The backdrop was full of red and white polka-dot hearts, but there was no love on display Friday morning between The View co-hosts Joy Behar and Meghan McCain.What was supposed to be a light-hearted opening segment about the bizarre Twitter feud between President Donald Trump and 2020 hopeful Mike Bloomberg

McCain, Behar explode over Bloomberg, Trump's 2016 win: 'He is president, move on!'

"The View" co-hosts Joy Behar and Meghan McCain got into another spat over President Trump on Friday, this time while discussing whether he was more electable than former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.

Meghan McCain Lays Into Joy Behar on 'The View' Over Donald Trump Comments: 'He Is President, Move On'

The View turned a bit more confrontational than usual on Valentine's Day when Meghan McCain laid into Joy Behar while the panel was discussing the upcoming presidential election. When Behar brought up Democratic presidential hopeful Mayor Michael Bloomberg, McCain argued that Behar and the media [...]

Timeline: Algeria's year of protest and turmoil

(Reuters) - Mass protests over the past year in Algeria have brought down a veteran president and caused the biggest political crisis since the end of a 1990s civil war that killed 200,000 people.

Algerians keep up protests a year after demonstrations began

ALGIERS (Reuters) - Thousands of Algerians marched on Friday, a year since the start of weekly protests calling for a complete overhaul of the ruling elite, an end to corruption and the army’s withdrawal from politics.

Pavlensky, artist provocateur, claims top French political scalp

Pyotr Pavlensky, the Russian artist provocateur who forced a top French politician to drop out of a key election Friday, is well known for his shock and awe "performances," usually involving pain and discomfort for all involved to highlight causes he thinks are worth fighting for.

Pavlensky, artist provocateur, claims top French political scalp

Pyotr Pavlensky, the Russian artist provocateur who forced a top French politician to drop out of a key election Friday, is well known for his shock and awe

Patricia O'Connor trial: One charge of impeding apprehension or prosecution withdrawn

One of two charges faced by a man accused of impeding the apprehension or prosecution of a man on...

Patricia O'Connor murder trial: Handyman has one of two charges withdrawn by trial judge

The trial also heard from the mother of murder accused Kieran Greene.

Man sues for damages over alleged disfigurement after cancer treatment

Liam Coughlan claims an unnecessary and inappropriate procedure was carried out

'I feel like the elephant man': Cork man sues hospital after alleged disfigurement after surgery

A 63- year old man who claims he suffered alleged disfigurement when he had mouth surgery as part of a cancer treatment at a Cork hospital has sued in the High Court.

Why Virgin Galactic Stock Just Popped Another 13%

Does this stock know any direction other than up?

Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo arrives in New Mexico

Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo suborbital spaceplane arrived at the company’s spaceport in New Mexico Feb. 13, ready for a final series of test flights.

SONA: Parliament apologises to South Africans for the conduct of 'certain members'

Parliament's presiding officers have apologised to South Africans for the conduct of 'a few of its members' on a night when the EFF again disrupted the State of the Nation Address.

Parliament apologises to SA for the conduct of ‘certain members’

MPs 'will have to seriously consider and make a determination on whether the existing joint rules sufficiently guard against disorderliness'.

Indonesia cracks down on Valentine's Day celebrants

MAKASSAR, Indonesia: Indonesia wasn’t feeling the love for Valentine’s Day on Friday as authorities arrested couples in one city, scolded stores over condom displays and warned students they would be reprimanded for amorous activities.

Couples arrested for celebrating Valentine’s Day in Indonesia

Indonesia wasn

Police officers looking to trace a man after money stolen from Pitlochry church

Those with information are asked to come forward

Police hunt man after money stolen from Perthshire church

A police search is underway for a man after money was stolen from a Perthshire church.

Varun Dhawan’s Uncle Anil Dhawan Says The Family Wants Him To Get Married Soon

Recently Varun Dhawan clarified rumours of his wedding with longtime girlfriend Natasha Dalal, and said that they were no such plans at present. However, Varun’s uncle Anil Dhawan said in a recent interview that the family really wants Varun to get married soon.

Did Varun Dhawan’s Uncle Give A FINAL Nod To Marriage With Natasha Dalal? Here’s Why We Say So

Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal’s wedding has become one of the hottest topics of the tinsel town and Varun and his family’s presence at Natasha’s home last week just added fuel to the already wi

Police watchdog will investigate football fan baton incident

A 16-year-old boy was hit over the head during trouble between supporters following a local derby.

Police watchdog will investigate football fan baton incident

A 16-year-old boy was hit over the head during trouble between supporters following a local derby.

Algerians mark a year of protests with fresh demonstrations

Thousands of Algerians have rallied in the capital, Algiers, to commemorate one year since the beginning of a protest movement demanding the departure of an ailing leader and sweeping reforms, including an overhaul of the ruling elite.

'We Won't Stop': Despite Leader's Resignation, Algerians Keep Up Protest One Year On

Long-standing ruler Bouteflika resigned in April and the new president has offered concessions and talks to the opposition, but protesters still fill the squares

China's Hubei province enacts 'wartime' measures as coronavirus count rises to 16,427

Coronavirus is continuing to spread throughout China and especially in the epicenter Hubei province, the World Health Organization said in a Friday update briefing on COVID-19. There are 47,505 laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout China with 1,381 deaths reported from the pneumonia-like illness it causes, including 121 deaths reported in the past day. Six of those who died were health care workers — "a critical piece of information" as WHO continues to investigate why even rigorous medical guidelines haven't stopped the spread, WHO reported Friday. A total of 1,716 health care workers in China have contracted COVID-19 despite WHO's guidelines, so this weekend, a team of 12 international and WHO experts will arrive in China to meet with local medical professionals for a "joint mission." The experts will particularly look at disease transmission and response measures to see how processes for health care workers, who "are working with virtually no sleep in difficult conditions," can be improved, WHO…

China's Hubei province enacts 'wartime' measures as coronavirus count rises to 16,427

Coronavirus is continuing to spread throughout China and especially in the epicenter Hubei province, the World Health Organization said in a Friday update briefing on COVID-19.There are 47,505 laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout China with 1,381 deaths reported from the pneumonia-like illness

Amsterdam could ban tourists from buying cannabis

Amsterdam could ban tourists from buying cannabis under strict new rules aimed at cleaning up the Dutch city’s overcrowded red light district. Femke Halsema, the mayor of Amsterdam, is understood to

Amsterdam could ban tourists visiting cannabis cafes and red light district

Thousands take advantage of the Dutch city's relaxed laws but now even the red light district is out of bounds as Amsterdam struggles to cope with huge numbers of visitors

Video: Leftist Attacks College Republicans, Spits on US Flag

UC Santa Cruz campus police investigating incident

Watch: UC Santa Cruz Leftist Attacks College Republicans, Spits on American Flag

A leftist at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) was caught on video getting into a physical altercation with members of the school's College Republicans student group, as well as with free speech activist Hayden Williams. Moments later, the individual was seeing spitting on an American flag, which had fallen to the ground during the scuffle.

Anti-CAA protest in Chennai turns violent as police begin to use force

Everything was peaceful till around 5.30 p.m. when police swamped the protest venue in Old Washermanpet area in hundreds.

U.P. police didn’t identify age of those held during anti-CAA protests, say activists

In cases where it was obvious that those held were minors, the police deliberately did not record their details in FIRs, they allege

The White House is likely to unveil 10% tax cuts for the middle class in September, Kudlow says

President Donald Trump could announce a second tax cut package just months ahead of the 2020 election this fall, offering a revamped campaign message after the first round failed to gain widespread support.

WH adviser Kudlow: Trump administration may propose 10% middle-class tax cut

The Trump administration may propose a 10% middle-class tax cut when they reveal the next tax plan in September, White House economic adviser Larry Ku

Brandon Lewis: I want to deliver on powersharing deal

The new Northern Ireland Secretary said he wanted to build on promises made by his predecessor Julian Smith last month.

Brandon Lewis: I want to deliver on powersharing deal

The new Northern Ireland Secretary said he wanted to build on promises made by his predecessor Julian Smith last month.

Toronto-based military member faces sex charges following alleged incidents in Halifax

A member of the Canadian military based in Toronto faces several charges including sexual assault in connection with a number of alleged incidents in Halifax.

Toronto-based military member faces sex charges following alleged incidents in Halifax

A member of the Canadian military based in Toronto faces several charges including sexual assault in connection with a number of alleged incidents in Halifax.

HC notice to police on HDK’s plea

The Karnataka High Court on Friday ordered issue of notice to the city police on a petition filed by former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy questioning criminal proceedings initiated against him for s

Consider plea for revised salary on merits: HC

MaduraiAfter a non-judicial member of Tamil Nadu State Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission moved the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court over non-payment of salary in accordance with revised rules, t

15 children killed in Haiti orphanage fire

Fifteen children have been killed in a fire at an unlicensed orphanage outside Haiti's capital Port-au-Prince.

Fifteen children killed in Haiti orphanage fire

A fire swept through an unlicensed orphanage outside Haiti

Gov. Oyetola presents N1.2bn bonds to retirees - Premium Times Nigeria

The governor says the welfare of the retirees is of paramount importance to his administration despite limited resources.

Oyetola presents N1.2bn bonds to retirees

 Gov. Gboyega Oyetola of Osun on Friday presented N1.2 billion bonds to retirees in the state.................................

Hariri: Aoun settlement over, will not deal with ‘shadow president’

CAIRO: Egypt's Health Ministry has confirmed the first case of the new virus in the North African country. In a statement Friday, Health Ministry spokesman Khaled Mugahed said the person was a “foreigner" who is carrying the virus but not showing any serious symptoms. Officials were able to confirm the case through a follow-up program the government implemented for travelers

Hariri: Aoun settlement over, will not deal with ‘shadow president’

A former Qatari justice minister said people live in fear of persecution from Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, in a report published by The Economist on Thursday. “We’re scared,” said Najeeb Nuaimi who has been under a travel ban since 2017, in the article that looked at the Gulf state’s silencing of critics. “They’ll take your passport or your property and leave you stateless

Good Morning Britain's Ben Shephard threatens to storm off after getting 'grief' from guest

The ITV presenter told viewers he'd "had enough" following a segment with political commentators Iain Dale and Ayesha Hazarika.

Good Morning Britain's Ben Shephard threatens to storm off set - "I've had enough!"

"Right, I've had enough. I'm going"

Oshiomhole: INEC wrong to issue Diri certificate-of-return

National Charman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) , Comrade Adams Oshiomhole on Friday faulted the decision of the independent National...

INEC presents certificate of return to Diri, deputy

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented the certificate of return to the candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Douye Diri as governor-elect of Bayelsa State.

Yobe Government approves N220.7m for payment of LG retirees

Yobe Governor, Mai Mala Buni has approved N220.7 million for the payment of retirement benefits to180 retirees from the 17 local government areas

Yobe approves N220.7m for payment of LG retirees

Yobe Governor, Mai Mala Buni has approved N220.7 million for the payment of retirement benefits to180 retirees from the 17 local government

Brazil’s president blasts Pope Francis on Amazon climate change

Brazil’s president, Jair Bolsonaro, blasted Pope Francis for his plea to protect the Amazon from climate change. The ultra-conservative leader, who is Catholic himself, criticized the

Brazil’s president blasts Pope Francis on Amazon climate change: He ‘may be Argentinean but God is Brazilian’

Brazil's president Jair Bolsonaro, who embraces his comparison to President Trump, blasted Pope Francis for his plea to protect the Amazon from climate change.

UN experts: North Korea enhances nukes and illicit trade

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — U.N. experts say North Korea has increased imports and exports of banned and restricted goods such as coal and petroleum products as it continues to enhance...

UN experts: North Korea enhances nukes and illicit trade

CAMEROON, Cameroon — U.N. experts say North Korea has increased imports and exports of banned and restricted goods such as coal and petroleum products as it continues to enhance its illicit nuclear and ballistic missile programs in violation of sanctions. The experts identified new methods that the country is using to evade U.N. sanctions, including …

Shitty Person Wins Case Against UK Police Who Warned Him About His Transphobic Tweets

A high court in the UK ruled on Friday that police should not have visited a man who sent out transphobic tweets at his place of work and that they had a “substantial chilling effect” by doing so, the Guardian reported.

Police who warned man about 'transphobic' tweet acted unlawfully

High court finds actions of Humberside police had ‘chilling effect’ on Harry Miller’s right to free speech

Sex tape triggers French ‘political earthquake’, leaving Macron’s Paris bid in tatters

Benjamin Griveaux’s troubled campaign for mayor of Paris came to a startling end on Friday after an online leak of sexual images led Emmanuel Macron’s close ally to pull out of the race, leaving the…

French politicians outraged after sex tape ends Paris mayoral bid for Macron ally

Rivals from across France's political spectrum joined in a chorus of alarm and dismay Friday, and warned that French democracy is in danger after an online leak of sexual images led an associate of F…

Red Rock to waive fee on President’s Day

With sunny skies in the forecast for President’s Day, Monday could be the perfect day to head outdoors.

The Berniephobes Are Wrong

Wall Street fears the rise of the Vermont senator. The rest of America has less to worry about.

Blue State Blues: Iran War Powers Resolution a Futile Exercise in Appeasement

Trump should not just veto the Iran resolution. He should veto it with 55 pens, and send one to each of the Senators who voted for it.

Keep faith in Jagan, Perni tells RTC staff

Minister presents road safety and fuel-efficiency awards

Farage: Boris's Huawei Decision 'Imperils Intelligence Sharing'

Nigel Farage has warned Johnson's decision to allow Huawei to assist in the development of the 5G network "imperils" intelligence sharing.

Eye on safety, graffiti

The City of Vernon is looking for safety ambassadors and anti-tag team members.

US Sees Idlib Conflict as Chance to Close Ranks With Turkey, Boost Its Positions in Mid East – Prof

The US regards the Turco-Syrian conflict as a window of opportunity to close ranks with Ankara and project its force in the Balkan-Black Sea and Central Asian directions, says Mehmet Seyfettin Erol, the head of the Ankara Centre for Crisis and Policy Research.

Governor’s Wife Resigns From Govt Job, Targets Influential Position

The first lady is aiming another new role after resigning from her earlier role as a member of the committee on...

Supreme Officially Reveals Nike Air Force 1 Low Collaboration

Two box logo-equipped takes on the classic silhouette.

BJP conspiring against SCs, STs: Haryana Cong.

‘Unanswered questions on Pulwama’

Son of Congo president not charged in France

Paris, France | AFP | A son of Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso has not been charged in a French probe into the assets in France of the families of several African leaders, his lawyer said Friday, although his name has been cited in the investigation. A lawyer in the case had on …

U.S., Taliban Reach Interim Deal Aimed at Eventual Troop Pullout

The U.S. and the Taliban have reached agreement on a seven-day reduction in violence in Afghanistan that’s intended to lead to a broader accord to end America’s longest war.

Surging numbers of migrants are using small boats to reach the UK

Desperate migrants hiding in the back of freight trucks to get to Britain on ferries had been the target, but now smugglers have switched their tactics and record numbers are now risking their lives, attempting to get across the English Channel, from France to the UK, in small boats #UnreportedEurope

Grade 1 Pupils Show Up Drunk to School [VIDEO]

On conducting an investigation, teachers realised that pupils had consumed alcohol ...

Calls mount for public, private partnerships to focus on SA's most vulnerable

Partnerships between government and the private sector should focus on creating a conducive environment where citizens could ...

State-funded health agency and social services staff to strike

Trade unions Siptu and Fórsa serve notice for a 24-hour work stoppage on February 21st

Extreme partisan politics causing havoc in Ghana — Rev. Riverson

news, story, article

Ex-FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe won’t be charged for alleged role in media leaks

Federal prosecutors have declined to charge former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe — a frequent target of President Trump for his role in the Russia probe.

Europe Seeks To Have G20 Tackle Tech Firm Taxation

Europe now wants global financial leaders in the G20 to make taxing digital giants a priority in 2020.

Karnataka is aligned with PM Modi’s$ 5 trillion economy aim: CM

Yediyurappa inaugurates Invest Karnataka-Hubballi Conference

Special centre for turmeric in Erode welcomed

‘It will help in expanding the area under turmeric cultivation bringing in overall development’

Former Commons photographer's home raided 'over stolen furniture'

Mark Duffy says police searched his home for two hours but only seized a plastic sign and fabric

RAF Mildenhall Closure Delayed Until At Least 2027

The decision to close the base was first made in 2015.

Former Minister endorses ‘Watch Your Tongue Campaign’

news, story, article

Superintendent of hospital suspended

Allegations of service rules violations

KYALO: Forgiveness must be part of national talks

Vocal Moi supporters want whoever he wronged to forgive him in the same week he died. Why?

Justice Department declines to prosecute Andrew McCabe

The Justice Department declined to pursue criminal charges against former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe for lying to investigators about authorizing media disclosures.

Gentleman arrested for using mice and hamsters to get free hotel rooms

Utah police say Ryan Sentelle State (37) scored free hotel rooms by releasing mice and hamsters in the room and then demanding a free room to compensate him for the horror of sharing a room with a …

View: Arvind Kejriwal's victory showed he has learnt lessons from past

Kejriwals tactics must be seen in the backdrop of inclusive nationalists being in retreat for several decades, particularly after the onset of the Modi era. Over the last 70-odd years, the scales have gradually tilted in favour of ‘cultural nationalists, reflected in political leaders since Indira Gandhi embracing what is dubbed as ‘soft Hindutva.

How Did an Al Qaeda Leader in Iraq Become an American Citizen Living in Phoenix?

In January the FBI arrested Ali Yousif Ahmed Al-Nouri in Phoenix, Arizona after a warrant was issued for his arrest. Al-Nouri was an Al Qaeda leader in Iraq and was on the run for the murder of Iraqi police officers in Al-Fallujah.

U.S., China, Russia making world more dangerous: German president

MUNICH (Reuters) - Germany’s president took an indirect swipe at U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday in accusing Washington, China and Russia of stoking global mistrust and insecurity with a “great powers” competition” that could threaten a new nuclear arms race.

U.S. won't charge ex-FBI official Andrew McCabe, a Trump target

Federal prosecutors have declined to charge former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, closing an investigation into whether the longtime target of President Donald Trump's ire lied to federal officials about his involvement in a news media disclosure, McCabe's legal team said Friday.

Suspect in pizza driver robbery spree arrested in Nashville

Clarksville police are asking for your help to find an 'armed and dangerous' suspect who could be in the Gatlinburg area.

Heart-rending moment ‘autistic’ girl, 6, asks ‘am I going to jail’ when cops are called after ‘tantrum’

BODYCAM footage shows a six-year-girl who was led out of her school asking a police officer if she was being sent to jail. The girl, who is named Nadia and thought to be on the autism spectrum, was…

Shutdown of CN Rail lines leads to propane shortages in the Maritimes

Businesses and homes across Atlantic Canada are days away from running out of propane as a result of anti-pipeline protests that have cut off rail links across Canada.

Salaries and wages commission develops five-year strategic plan

Ifeanyi Onuba, Abuja The National Salaries Incomes and Wages Commission has developed a five-year strategic plan to enable it achieve its mandate. The Acting Chairman of the Commission, Ekpo ...

U.S. closes case against ex-FBI boss McCabe with no charges

Federal prosecutors have declined to charge former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, closing an investigation into whether the longtime target of U.S. President Donald Trump's ire lied to federal officials about his involvement in a news media disclosure, McCabe's legal team said Friday.

Imus election officer cleared of allegations on flying voters in 2019 polls

IMUS CITY, Cavite – The City Prosecutor's Office here has dismissed a case filed by a mayoralty candidate against a local election officer on the issue of alleged flying voters in the May 13, 2019 mid-term elections.

Six Cartel Kidnappers Busted with Mexican Border City Victim in Trunk

Mexican soldiers arrested six cartel gunmen who were in the process of moving a kidnapping victim stuffed in the trunk of a car.

ISO approval for 11 rail stations

In recognition of environmental management system in Palakkad Division

Angry spanish farmers invade Valencia

Hundreds of tractors brought the coastal city of Valencia to a halt, with tractors also blocking many roads in the southern Andalusia region

Flight attendants throw impromptu baby shower on plane for couple bringing home adopted infant

When asked what led to this special thought, the couple learnt that the flight attendants are married to each other, and it was a way to pay it forward as someone had done something similar on their honeymoon flight.

Flood-affected people threaten agitation over unkept promises

Officers admit that additional amount announced by CM yet to be paid to farmers

I want to break NPP, NDC political dominance - CPP Youth Aspirant

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Ukraine's Zelenskyy urged by Putin to stick to peace plan

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday urged Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stick to peace agreements to de-escalate the five-year conflict between Kyiv forces and Moscow-backed separatists, the Kremlin said in a blunt statement on Friday.

Hunt is on after Special Task Force Constable killed in Western Cape

The National Commissioner of Police General Khehla John Sitole has instructed the police in the Western Cape to hunt down ...

Italy's most famous porn star, Cicciolina, 68, launches political party after government cut her pension - three decades after she was elected as an MP

Between 1987 and 1991 she served as an MP with the Radical Party and made headline-grabbing policy pledges, such as offering to have sex with Saddam Hussein in return for peace in Iraq.

Brother of CAA violence victim files complaint against police

‘Aleem killed by bullet fired by Meerut policemen on Dec. 20’

US warns Europe: Huawei would allow China to steal data of entire Western populations

MUNICH, Germany — Huawei’s deployment of next-generation wireless technology in Western countries would enable Chinese authorities to censor communications within democracies and steal the data of entire populations, according to U.S. officials.

BREAKING Faye Swetlik: Man found dead after missing girl's body discovered confirmed as neighbour

The body of Faye Marie Swetlik was found three days after she went missing - the body 30-year-old Cody Scott Taylor was also found in the course of the investigation in South Carolina, US - the two deaths are being linked by police

I spoke to experts on authoritarian rule about Trump's behavior this week. They say 2020 could be our last free election

It's not like we weren't warned. Over the course of President Trump's impeachment trial, Democrats warned the Republican-controlled Senate that acquitting Trump would mean he had successfully

Vehicle ploughs into front of bargain store B&M at Heathfield Retail Park in Ayr

The terrifying incident saw the wall of the discount store badly damaged.

Gunmen abduct catholic priest in Edo

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly abducted a Catholic Priest serving at the Uromi Diocese, Fr. Nicholas Oboh 

Big setback if India and U.S. can’t agree on trade deal now, says top U.S. diplomat Alice Wells

Ms. Wells will not be accompanying Mr Trump to India and neither will Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

BREAKING: Police impose curfew in Bayelsa

Daniels Igoni, Sampson Itode, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Police Command on Friday announced a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the state. The state

Jealous wife pours hot water on husband after buying new phone for his sidechick

A viral report sourced from online states that man identified as Michael Amajuoyi has baldly scalded when his jealous wife bathed him with hot water after he bought a new phone for his mistress in Imo State, Nigeria. A close friend to the husband, Mr. Chinonso Chibuogwu narrated the story after he received a call […]

Slow but steady: Unfinished Batam Botanical Gardens begin attracting tourists

It was not until January this year that the gardens saw a significant increase in attendance, jumping to 3,544 people for the month.

Bank accounts of over 200 NDMC employees hacked, money siphoned off in Feb

Though police have received only two complaints of online fraud from the employees, NDMC employees union says more than 200 employees have lost their money after being cheated online

U.P. Oppn. seeks judicial probe into deaths in anti-CAA clashes

Firing by police and BJP men behind casualties, alleges SP in Assembly

Bankrupt McClatchy Spread 'Tea Party N-word' Hoax

Bankrupt McClatchy played a role in one of the most effective, damaging hoaxes ever deployed against conservatives: the "Tea Party N-word."

Female SHS student gives boy hot grind till he was “On” (video)

Over the weeks the trending news item now in Ghana is that of senior High School female students taking over social media with some unruly lifestyle that

Female elephant dies of acute poisoning

LAHAD DATU: An adult female elephant was found dead at the Bagahak 1 plantation, here, on Wednesday. It is believed that the elephant died from acute poisoning.

Russian Journalist Golunov Receives Apology From Prosecutor Over False Charges

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian investigative journalist Ivan Golunov said on Friday that he had received a letter from a Moscow prosecutor with a formal apology for the ordeal he had endured when he was wrongly accused of selling drugs.

Trump considers banning aides from calls with foreign leaders

President Trump said that with impeachment over, he may ban aides from listening to his phone conversations with foreign leaders following the whistleblower complaint of a phone conversation with the leader of Ukraine that led to his impeachment.

Deadly Coronavirus Reaches Egypt as Foreigner Said to Be Diagnosed

Egypt says the person affected has been put in isolation but did not specify his or her nationality

Decks cleared for setting up CIPET

The decks have been cleared for setting up the Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology (CIPET) in Dharwad district with Union Chemical and Fertilizer Minister D.V. Sadananda Gowda mak

Okowa emerges South-South Governors Forum Chair

Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa has emerged the Chairman, South-South Governors' Forum.Okowa was reportedly selected after elaborate..

Mourners say final goodbye to Burton teacher with 'big heart and zest for life'

Her funeral today was packed to the rafters

Mother 'bashed sobbing toddler's head off side of crib until he was brain dead'

Chelsea Olinger is accused of attacking her 16 month-old son in a bid to stop him crying, and reportedly lied that he'd fallen down the stairs

One Liverpool family evicted a day as housing crisis grips city

Shocking new statistics show how many people are facing homelessness

Delay in Nawaz Sharif's angiography could pose life threat: medical report

The medical report states that Sharif has an appointment with Dr Kazmi on February 24.

Outgoing DSCC Mayor Khokon seeks AL's ticket in race for Taposh's seat

Outgoing Mayor of Dhaka South Sayeed Khokon has set his sights on winning the Awami League's nomination to contest the by-elections to the Dhaka-10 parliamentary seat vacated by his successor Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh.

Minister calls for framework to close gender gap in energy sector

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Overwhelming response to Invest Karnataka-Hubballi Conference

As many as 51 memorandums of understanding signed; Rajesh Exports plans to invest ₹ 50,000 crore to manufacture electric vehicles and lithium cells and batteries

Deportation is a cruel punishment for ex-offenders and their families

Letters: Letters: Treating other countries as receptacles for unwanted individuals does little to enhance the UK’s global image, says Trista Selous. Plus, a letter from Bernard Besserglik

OCHIENG: Acronym comes from first letters of full words

I need hardly remind any child that each word has only one initial.

44 states, NYC, Puerto Rico report high flu activity, CDC says

As many as 26 million Americans have been sickened with the virus so far this winter season, though deaths from influenza or pneumonia have remained below the threshold for an epidemic.

Panel makes suggestions for coastal highway

Compensation for displaced fishermen and adalats figure among measures

Panelo: Duterte pursuing independent foreign policy, nixes reliance on other countries

The Philippines can survive even without military support from the United States, a Palace official said Friday following the move to scrap the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the western power.

Mark Hamill has reportedly been offered the role of Vesemir in The Witcher Netflix series

Mark Hamill has reportedly been offered a role in The Witcher Netflix series.

Top Dem Claims that New Report on Soleimani Did Not Include an Imminent Threat

Iranian terror leader Qassem Soleimani is dead, thanks to the leadership of President Trump. He ordered the airstrike that killed Soleimani last month after being briefed about the blood on his hands, as well as the blood that was about to be on his hands. According to U.S. intelligence, the terrorist was planning more attacks on Americans.

Manipur CM announces state budget estimate of over Rs. 20,000 crore

Biren Singh informed the House that revenue expenditure is estimated at Rs 16,445 crore. As such, the capital outlay is estimated at Rs 3,356 crore, which is an increase of Rs. 397 crore over revised estimates of 2019-20.

Trump ignores Attorney General William Barr’s request to stop tweeting about Justice Department | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump today ignored his attorney general’s public request to stop tweeting about the Justice Department, saying he had the legal right to ask the agency to intervene in a criminal case, but he’s so far “chosen not to.”

9 programs exceed expectations in latest educator preparation report card

The Tennessee Board of Education said nine educators exceeded expectations in their preparation of Tennessee's future teachers and school leaders.

DoT's Jan 23 order issued without telecom minister, secy consent: Sources

A senior government official privy to the development said the January 23 order was issued by the DoT without the consent of the telecom minister or DoT secretary

Dominic Cummings has started to believe he’s cool. What can you say but, ‘Ooooh’?

He likes to play badass, but if he’s so ruthless why does the cabinet still contain such mediocrities, asks Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

AAP threatens to cut power supply to Punjab CM’s residence

Party seeks cancellation of power purchase pact with firms

DILG chief tells LGUs to ramp up ASF prevention efforts

Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Eduardo M. Año on Friday asked all local government units (LGUs) to tighten up African swine flu (ASF) prevention efforts and similar control measures in their respective turfs.

Crossbow murder accused says he lied to conceal gay affair

Terence Whall denies killing retired lecturer Gerald Corrigan on Anglesey, north Wales, last year

'Cheese wedges' no more after planning appeal dismissed

The future of former council offices which were set to be turned into homes is now in doubt after plans for the site fell through.

Nigerian military team calls on Tourism Minister

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'Europe can only be stronger with Russia,' claims Moldova's president

"I believe in a big Europe, from Lisbon to Vladivostok," Igor Dodon told Euronews.

‘One should be penalised for not building green’

Mahesh Ramanujam, President & CEO, USGBC, spoke to M.A. Siraj on the sidelines of the Greenbuild India 2020 conclave. Excerpts:On the origin and objectives of USGBCThe US Green Building Counci

Nirmala Sitharaman to meet industry bodies to assess coronavirus impact

The virus outbreak in China has claimed nearly 1,500 lives and infected over 60,000

Never called Arvind Kejriwal a terrorist: Prakash Javadekar

Last week in Delhi, Javadekar had targeted Kejriwal, saying that there is enough proof available to prove that AAP leader is a terrorist.

Trevor Noah: Bloomberg talked about black people 'like they're crime piñatas'

Late-night hosts on Bloomberg’s explanations of stop-and-frisk, Barr’s criticism of Trump’s tweets and Kelly’s defense of Vindman

'It's not a criminal offence to have intentions of overthrowing a government'

OUTSPOKEN MDC Vice Chairperson, Job Sikhala was Friday acquitted at the Masvingo High Court where he was facing subversion charges for threatening to remove Pre...

'I’m Optimistic That Dominic Cummings Will Be Changing Things For the Better' – Political Analyst

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s new cabinet has met for the first time following yesterday’s reshuffle, which saw the likes of Chancellor of the Exchequer Sajid Javid, Housing Secretary Esther McVey and Business secretary Andrea Leadsom lose their posts.

Nearly 100 foreigners denied entry to Bali amid China’s coronavirus travel ban

According to the government’s data, foreigners denied entry into Bali include those from the US, Canada, Australia, Russia and other countries.

Kiir says will not change position on 32 states

Juba, South Sudan | AFP |  South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Friday dismissed international calls for compromise with his foes to break a deadlock that threatens a ceasefire in their six year war. Kiir and rebel chief Riek Machar are under increasing pressure to resolve their differences by February 22 and form a unity …

Nolte: Poll Shows Impeachment Torpedoes Hit Joe Biden, Not Trump

Polling leaves no doubt Joe Biden was severely damaged by an impeachment process that was supposed to ruin President Trump.

‘Gangaikondan Food Park announcement is not new’

Industrialists are also upset over government’s failure to invigorate Nanguneri SEZ

‘Construction Of Ram Mandir Will Start On Ram Navami In April’: Janmabhoomi Trust Member Kameshwar Chaupal

Kameshwar Chaupal the Dalit member of Shri Ram Janma Bhoomi Tirtha Kshetra - the trust responsible for the construction and upkeep of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, has announced that he is confident about the construction starting on Ram Navami in April, Rediff has reported.

NPP Aspirant advises delegates not to be swayed by monetary gains

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'The View': Meghan McCain and Joy Behar's Explosive Argument Gets Spirited Response From Fans

After a heated argument between Meghan McCain and Joy Behar took over The View on Valentine's Day, fans of the political talk show took to social media to react. The argument began when Behar discussed Democratic presidential hopeful Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who McCain said Behar and the media [...]

NNPC employs 1,050 out of 60,000 candidates

’Femi Asu The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has announced the recruitment of 1,050 graduate trainees. The NNPC said in a statement, on Friday, that it had concluded its 2019/2020 em...

‘1500’ Lagos-bound passengers stranded in Ghana — four days after flight diversion

About 1,500 Nigerians are stranded in Ghana four days after British Airways, Rwandair, Emirates and Qatar airlines diverted their flights from the Murtala Muhammad International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos to Kotoka International Airport, in Accra.

Davao Del Norte bettor wins over P36 M Lotto 6/42 jackpot

The over P36 million jackpot of Lotto 6/42 was bagged by a lone bettor from Tagum City, Davao Del Norte during Thursday night's draw, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.

'We dated for a brief time': Mayor Breed details relationship with Nuru

In a first-person story titled "Transparency and Accountability" and posted on Medium , San Francisco Mayor London Breed opened up about her relationship with Mohammed Nuru, the former director of San Francisco Public Works who resigned from his job after being charged with public corruption. Breed also disclosed a "gift" of approximately $5,600 from Nuru.

Dead neighbor found near body of murdered Faye Swetlik named as Coty Taylor

The man found dead near the body of murdered six-year-old Faye Swetlik has been named as Coty Scott Taylor. 

Legal aid payments to lawyers rose to more than €60m last year

Defence team in Mr Moonlight murder trial shared almost €1m in legal fees for 2019 work

West Bengal: IAS weds IPS, eyebrows raised over marriage registry in groom's office

Their wedding has raised several brows as the registry was done in a government office, also presently where Tushar Singla is posted.

Loose dogs rescued on Las Vegas highway

Feb. 14 (UPI) -- The Nevada Highway Patrol said a trooper and a helpful witness were able to rescue a pair of dogs running loose on a busy stretch of Las Vegas highway.

Welcoming President Erdogan

 PM Khan should avoid looking for modelsOn Friday President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered his fourth address to Parliament which is indicative of the closeness of Pak-Turkey relations. The

Police will follow SOP on noise pollution complaints: State to HC

Affidavit was submitted by the State Director-General and Inspector General of Police Praveen Sood

Trump looks to rev up his base at Daytona 500

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is out to rev up his appeal with a key voting demographic — NASCAR fans — as he takes in the Daytona 500 on Sunday. NASCAR drivers may veer to the left during their trip around the oval racetrack, but their fans lean right, which helps explain the regularity with …

There's a huge fight over reclining your airline seat. Is capitalism to blame?

Recline or don’t recline – it’s your call. But remember: the greed of airlines in shrinking space to reap profits makes them the true villains

Amazon axes delivery partners in U.S.; hundreds of jobs cut

An Illinois company that rapidly expanded over the past two years to deliver packages for Amazon.com Inc. is shuttering operations in five states and letting go hundreds of drivers after failing to meet the e-commerce giant’s standards.

Politics Briefing: Trudeau says ending pipeline protests won’t be easy

Also: U.S. Senator warns of Huawei risks

The heartwarming moment pigs go outside for the first time after being rescued from horror farm

The pigs were among the animals suffering horrific animal abuse at Bramble Hall Farm

Police: Employees helped plan 2 recent Middletown gas station robberies

MIDDLETOWN — Two gas station employees have been arrested this month for allegedly setting up robberies at their Middletown businesses.

Leftist Pipeline Protests Shuts Down Canadian Rail Networks

Two Canadian rail networks are suspending trains as protestors continue blockades against a natural gas pipeline project. 

Andrew McCabe, Ex-F.B.I. Official, Will Not Be Charged in Lying Case

The decision to decline charges appears to be a move to distance the Justice Department from President Trump, who has long attacked Mr. McCabe.

Andy Biggs slams 'disparate treatment' of Roger Stone compared to Democrats

The original charge made by Justice Department (DOJ) prosecutors against former Trump associate Roger Stone -- as well as lesser and/or nonexistent sentences for wrongdoing Democrats -- appears as "disparate treatment," Arizona Republican congressman Andy Biggs said Friday.

EXCLUSIVE: Buhari suspends NBC Director-General, Modibbo Kawu

After several months of being investigated on allegations of corruption, the Director-General, National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Modibbo Kawu, has been suspended with immediate effect.

Appeals court seems poised to reverse landmark Qualcomm antitrust ruling

"What would be anticompetitive about that?" one judged asked.

The Left’s Lies Undercut The DOJ

What will President Trump do?

Lagos govt. inaugurates 11 roads, classrooms in Bariga

 The Lagos State Government on Friday inaugurated 11 roads in Bariga Local Council Development Area (LCDA), in order to enhance the

Lacson wonders what happened to Espenido, hopes police official can disprove allegations

‘What happened?’’ Senator Panfilo N. Lacson, a former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief, asked this after PNP Lt. Col. Jovie Espenido, was included in President Duterte’s narco list.

Kentucky to pay atheist $150G for rejecting 'IM GOD' license plate

A federal judge ordered the state of Kentucky to pay more than $150,000 to the groups representing a self-described atheist for denying him a personalized "IM GOD" license plate.

West Coast Express to resume after pipeline protests block rail tracks overnight

The demonstration was in support of Wet’suwet’en members who oppose Coastal GasLink

Police open road near Co-op Refinery

After a week of traffic restrictions, a road running alongside the Co-op Refinery Complex is again open to all motorists.

Driver stopped as police find drugs stuffed in Sainsbury's bag for life

The haul of narcotics, believed to be cannabis, was seized

Drunk stag do reveller, 33, is fined £600 after telling Ryanair stewardess she was a 'F***ing b***h' because she would not give him another drink then refusing to put on his seatbelt for landing

Gary Watters, 33, was travelling on a Ryanair flight from Majorca to Edinburgh when he verbally abused air stewards. He had been drinking before getting on the flight in May last year.

Duty cut to revive horse breeding

The National Horse Breeding Society of India has thanked the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for taking steps to help revive the horse-breeding industry and making ‘Make in India’ a possibil

Duterte stands by Espenido on drugs list issue

President Duterte does not believe that his drug war poster boy Lt. Col. Jovie Espenido is involved in the illegal drug trade and maintained someone was trying to ruin his reputation, Malacañang said.

AOC says the quiet part out loud about Medicare for All: It has virtually no chance of becoming law right away

Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York conceded in an interview with the Huffington Post published Thursday that Medicare for All may not become law right away – and appeared open to compromise on a plan she’s consistently championed.

Thousands of government employees work from home as protesters target their offices

The sounds of singing, drumming and chanting carried through the streets of downtown Victoria on Friday, as people calling themselves Wet’suwet’en land and leadership defenders peacefully. . .

APC rejects INEC’s declaration of Diri as Bayelsa governor-elect

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to declare Douye Diri, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as governor-elect of Bayelsa state.

INEC declares Diri Duoye governor-elect of Bayelsa state

Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Diri Duoye as governor-elect of Bayelsa State.

INEC reveals why PDP's Duoye Diri was declared Bayelsa governor-elect

Just hours after Senator Duoye Diri of the PDP received his certificate of return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the electoral body explained why it obeyed the Supreme Court’s ruling.

Supreme Court Ruling: Why we declared PDP's Diri Bayelsa governor-elect – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained why it has paved the way for the swearing-in of the candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Douye Diri, as governor of Bayelsa State after Thursday's Supreme Court judgment that sacked the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, David Lyon, who won the November governorship election.

Updated: INEC Declares Diri winner of Bayelsa guber election

The coast is now clear for the Bayelsa State People's Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the 2019 election, Senator Douye...

INEC declares PDP candidate, Douye Diri, governor-elect of Bayelsa

Mr Diri would be issued a certificate of return any moment from now.

BREAKING: INEC declares PDP’s Diri as winner of Bayelsa election

The Independent Electoral Commission has declared Senator Douye Diri and his running mate, Senator Lawrence Ewhruojakpo, as the winner of the Bayelsa Governorship election. The Bayelsa State All...

INEC declares PDP’s Duoye Diri winner of Bayelsa Governorship election

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has declared PDP candidate, Duoye Diri, as the winner of the Bayelsa governorship election. The chairman of INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu made this announcement while addressing the media at the

INEC declares PDP’s Diri Bayelsa governor-elect

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday declared the candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Douye Diri, as governor-elect of Bayelsa State. INEC chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu made the declaration at a press conference held at commission’s headquarters on Friday Diri came second in the November 16, 2019 governorship election in the state, […]

Bayelsa: INEC declares PDP's Diri as governor-elect

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the last gubernatorial election as the governor-elect of Bayelsa.

BREAKING: INEC declares Diri Bayelsa Governor-elect

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has declared the candidate of the People's Democratic Party, Senator Douye Diri, Bayelsa...

INEC declares PDP’s Douye Diri as Bayelsa governor-elect

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Douye Diri of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the governor-elect of Bayelsa state. Mahmood Yakubu, INEC chairman, announced this at the

New leader Jackson Carlaw ‘convinced’ Scottish Conservatives can end SNP’s reign

Jackson Carlaw has been voted leader of the Scottish Conservatives, promising to "bring an end" to the SNP's 13 years in government.

New Scottish Tory leader Jackson Carlaw will be lucky to see out 18 months in the job

In an analysis piece, Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says party insiders see Carlaw as "prickly" and a "stop gap" leader

Jackson Carlaw elected leader of Scottish Conservatives

Carlaw succeeds Ruth Davidson and promises to offer ‘an ambitious alternative’ to SNP

Scottish Conservatives: Jackson Carlaw succeeds Ruth Davidson as leader

Jackson Carlaw had been the party's interim leader since Ruth Davidson quit the role in August.

Jackson Carlaw new Scottish Tory leader after bitter contest

Carlaw comfortably saw off MSP Michelle Ballantyne in the race to succeed Ruth Davidson

Jackson Carlaw elected new leader of Scottish Conservatives

He succeeds Ruth Davidson, who stepped down last summer.

Jackson Carlaw elected new leader of Scottish Conservatives

He succeeds Ruth Davidson, who stepped down last summer.

Third Indian crew member on board ship tests positive for coronavirus

So far there have been 218 coronavirus positive cases on the ship Diamond Princess

Coronavirus: Third Indian crew on board cruise ship off Japanese coast tests positive

A third Indian crew on board a cruise ship off the Japanese coast has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the Indian Embassy in Japan said on Friday as authorities confirmed that 218 people have been infected with the deadly virus on the quarantined ship.

Coronavirus: 3rd Indian crew on board cruise ship off Japanese coast tests positive

A third Indian crew on board a cruise ship off the Japanese coast has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the Indian Embassy in Japan.The cruise ship Diamond Princess with 3,711 people on board arrived at the Japanese coast early last week and was quarantined after a passenger was found to be infected

Third Indian crew on board cruise ship off Japan tests positive for coronavirus

A total of 138 Indians, including 132 crew and 6 passengers, were on board the ship.

Third Indian tests positive for coronavirus on board quarantined Japanese cruise

This is the third confirmed case of Indian nationals testing positive for the deadly coronavirus, which has claimed lives of over 1,100 people in China.

Coronavirus: Third Indian on cruise ship in Japan tests positive; all are doing well, says embassy

They have been taken to ‘hospitals for further treatment and quarantine’.

3rd Indian tests positive for coronavirus on ship off coast Japan

Earlier, two other Indians had been tested positive for coronavirus on the ship. The Indian Embassy in Tokyo is in touch with all three whose conditions are stable and improving.

Two Labour MPs self-isolating after attending summit with coronavirus patient

Labour MPs Alex Sobel and Lillian Greenwood are in self-isolation after attending the same conference as a woman who tested positive for coronavirus.

Coronavirus patient attended London conference with 250 people

One of the people diagnosed with coronavirus in the UK attended a conference in London last week,...

Northern MP cancels engagements after attending conference with coronavirus patient

Alex Sobel, the Labour MP for Leeds North West, said he was assessed by medics after attending a Westminster conference last week

Labour MP self-isolates after attending conference with coronavirus patient

A person diagnosed with coronavirus in the UK attended a conference near parliament last week along with 250 other delegates and Labour MP Alex Sobel.

One of UK coronavirus patients ‘attended Westminster conference’

Nine people have been confirmed with Covid-19 in the UK.

Pune court transfers Elgar Parishad case to Mumbai''s NIA court

A court in Pune hearing the Elgar Parishad case on Friday passed an order to transfer the case to a special NIA court in Mumbai. Additional Sessions Judge S R Navander passed the order. Before the

Pune court transfers Bhima Koregaon case to NIA court

It said that the investigation machinery of NIA has not given legal and sufficient reasons for transferring the proceedings

Pune session court transfers hearings of Elgar Parishad case to NIA court

A Pune sessions court on Friday allowed the transfer of the politically sensitive Bhima Koregaon case to an NIA court in Mumbai after Uddhav Thackeray-led-Maharashtra government gave a nod by giving 'No Objection' to the NIA taking over the probe.

Pune court transfers Elgar Parishad case to Mumbai”s NIA court

Before the judge passed the order, the prosecution submitted an application stating that they do not have any objection to the National Investigation Agency's plea seeking transfer of the case.

Bhima Koregaon case transferred from Pune to NIA court in Mumbai

The sessions court announced its decision after the Maharashtra government did a U-turn, and said it had no objection to the agency’s petition to move the case.

Man sentenced for placing knives on Japan prince's desk

TOKYO: A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a ...

Man sentenced for placing knives on Japan prince's desk

Tokyo: A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a suspended sentence on Friday.

Man Sentenced For Placing Knives On Japan Prince’s Desk

A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a suspended sentence.

Man sentenced for placing knives on Japan prince's desk

A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a suspended sentence on Friday.

Man sentenced for placing knives on Japan prince's desk

A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a suspended sentence on Friday. Kaoru Hasegawa was arrested in April on suspicion of illegally entering the premises of the junior high school that the prince

After SC rap, DoT withdraws order seeking no coercive action against defaulting telcos

The department's move came after the Supreme Court directed the managing directors and directors of telcos and other firms to explain why contempt action be not taken against them.

SC Comes Down Heavily On TELCOs For Not Paying AGR Dues, Asks Withdrawal Of Centre‘s Order Not To Take Coercive Action

SC Comes Down Heavily On TELCOs For Not Paying AGR Dues

AGR dues: DoT withdraws order seeking no coercive action against telcos

The department's move came after the Supreme Court directed the managing directors and directors of telcos and other firms to explain why contempt action be not taken against them

AGR case: DoT withdraws 'no-coercive order' against telcos after SC slams dept

Lambasting DoT for issuing circular, SC bench head by Justice Arun Mishra dismisses review petition saying there's "no stay" on coercive action against telcos who'll fail to comply with SC order

AAP will fight all local bodies elections across India: Gopal Rai

Buoyed by its massive victory in the Delhi assembly polls, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has decided to contest all elections to local bodies across the country as part of an ambitious plan to expand its footprint beyond the national capital.

AAP will fight all local bodies elections across India to expand base: Gopal Rai

‘The party has convened a meeting of its national executive on Sunday to deliberate on expanding the party by projecting its positive nationalism’

AAP to fight all local bodies polls across India to expand base: Gopal Rai

Rai called BJP's nationalism "negative", asserting that AAP will expand its base by highlighting on "positive nationalism"

AAP to Contest All Elections to Local Bodies Across India to Expand Base: Gopal Rai

Rai said the party has convened a meeting of its national executive on Sunday to deliberate on expanding the party by projecting its "positive nationalism".

Air strike in Afghanistan kills eight civilians: residents

KABUL (Reuters) - An air strike in Afghanistan on Friday killed at least eight people - all believed to be civilians, residents said - following U.S. statements that there had been a breakthrough in peace talks.

Eleven Civilians Killed in US Air Strike in Afghanistan's Nangarhar, Local Residents Say

No official confirmation of this information has been provided so far.

Air strike in Afghanistan kills eight civilians

JUBA: South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Friday dismissed international calls for compromise with his foes to break a deadlock that threatens a cease-fire in their six year war. Kiir and rebel chief Riek Machar are under increasing pressure to resolve their differences by February 22 and form a unity government as part of a peace agreement. The pair have already missed two

Air strike in Afghanistan kills eight civilians

BERLIN: German police detained 12 men on Friday suspected of setting up a far-right organization with the goal of carrying out attacks against politicians, asylum seekers and Muslims, the Federal Prosecutor’s Office (GBA) said. Prosecutors said four of the suspects had set up a “terrorist organization” in September 2019 and regularly met and contacted each other by phone and

'Unfair': Pawar Criticises Thackeray Led-Maharashtra Govt Over Transfer of Bhima-Koregaon Case to NIA

"Law and order is a state subject. It is not proper to encroach upon the rights of the state. Maharashtra's support to the move is also unfair," Pawar said in a media interaction.

Sharad Pawar slams Maharashtra govt over Bhima-Koregaon case transfer to NIA

Before the judge passed the order, the prosecution submitted an application stating that they do not have any objection to the National Investigation Agency's plea seeking transfer of the case.

Uddhav govt’s decision to let NIA probe Elgaar Parishad case ‘wrong’: Sharad Pawar

Last month, the Centre had transferred the probe into the Elgaar Parishad case from the Pune Police to the NIA, a move then criticised by the Shiv Sena-NCP-Congress government.

Maharashtra govt.’s nod for transfer of Elgaar Parishad case to NIA ‘improper,’ says Sharad Pawar

NCP chief, however, clarifies there are no problems among the coalition partners

Fight is to take the Constitution, country back: Anurag Kashyap

Fimmaker assures Jamia protesters that they are not alone in their struggle

Anurag Kashyap to Jamia students: The fight is to take back the Constitution and country

The filmmaker, at the forefront of the criticism against the amended citizenship act, assured the students that he and many others stood behind the st

The fight is to take back Constitution and country: Anurag Kashyap to Jamia students

The filmmaker, at the forefront of the criticism against the amended citizenship act, assured the students that he and many others stood behind the students in their long fight.

After J&K visit, EU wants India to lift remaining restrictions swiftly

Noting the "positive steps" initiated by the union government to restore normalcy in the region, the EU spokesperson said the visit presented a "welcome opportunity" to see the situation on the ground and to interact with local interlocutors in Jammu and Kashmir.

J&K: India must swiftly lift remaining curbs, says EU after envoys’ visit to Jammu and Srinagar

Diplomats from Germany, Canada, France, Italy, Poland, New Zealand, Mexico, Afghanistan, Austria, Uzbekistan, and the EU, visited the Union Territory this week.

'Remaining Restriction Should be Lifted Swiftly,' Says EU After Envoys Visit to Kashmir

“While we recognise the serious security concerns, it is important that the remaining restrictions be lifted swiftly,” said Virginie Battu-Henriksson, EU Spokesperson for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.

Cruise ship passenger causes coronavirus scare in Sydney

Australian health officials tested a passenger onboard a cruise ship docked in Sydney harbor for a “respiratory illness” on Friday, causing passengers to fret about the potential of another shipboard outbreak of the coronavirus.

Passengers finally begin to leave coronavirus-hit cruise ship in Japan

So far, 11 virus-free passenger have been allowed to leave the ship.

Cruise ship passenger tested for coronavirus on Sydney arrival

A passenger aboard a cruise ship that docked in Sydney Harbour early on Friday morning has been tested for the deadly coronavirus.

Trump Backpedals, Says He Did Send Giuliani to Ukraine

Just a month ago, Giuliani's indicted associate Lev Parnas said Trump was "aware" of everything happening in Ukraine. Judging by Trump's comments, it appears Parnas was telling the truth.

Trump Now Freely Admitting He Sent Giuliani To Ukraine After He Previously Denied Doing So

Now that he’s been acquitted, President Donald Trump is now free to finally admit that he did, in fact, send...

Trump admits sending Giuliani to Ukraine, having denied it during impeachment

Now acquitted by the Senate, the president can glibly admit to what he was accused of. In a chat last night with Geraldo Rivera, Donald Trump says he sent Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine to dig for dirt o…

Eight planes held on lockdown at Heathrow airport amid coronavirus fears

Eight planes were grounded at London's Heathrow Airport today (February 14 2020) after passengers were reported to be displaying symptoms of the deadly coronavirus.

Eight planes put on lockdown at Heathrow over coronavirus fears

A passenger of United Airlines flight was 'taken to the back of the plane' after falling ill.

Heathrow coronavirus fears as 'eight planes held on lockdown'

A passenger on board took to Twitter to say travellers had been asked to fill in a forms and remain on board after fears one traveller could be carrying the killer virus

China’s coronavirus death toll rises to 1,380

Hits 1,700 health workers, and takes total number of infected to 63,851

Coronavirus death toll in China reaches 1,380, confirmed cases near 64,000

The new strain of coronavirus originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan and has since then spread to several countries across the world, including India

Coronavirus Outbreak: Death Toll In China Rises To 1,488 As Confirmed Cases Of Infection Surge To Over 64,000

As many as 121 new deaths were reported on Thursday, with over 5,000 confirmed cases of infection

The US Air Force has updated and broadened its dress code to allow turbans, beards, and hijabs

Airmen were previously allowed to make a request for religious accommodations, but they were granted on a case-by-case basis.

The US Air Force has updated and broadened its dress code to allow turbans, beards, and hijabs

The US Air Force has clarified a grooming and uniform process that allows religious exemptions for turbans, hijabs, and neatly trimmed beards, according to the new guidelines.

Air Force to allow uniformed members to wear turbans, hijabs, beards in new dress code update, officials say

The United States Air Force updated its official dress code policy this month, in observance of religious practices, which will allow military personnel to wear turbans or hijabs as a part of the uniform. 

'Money mules' arrested

Investigators have arrested an Ontario-based married couple accused of acting as "money mules" in the Canada Revenue Agency phone-and-internet scam, Mounties announced Friday, hailing the move as a significant development in their ongoing fight against the widespread scheme.

Arrest in Wairoa overnight

A 29-year-old Black Power Frasertown prospect was arrested last night following a short fleeing driver incident and foot chase by Wairoa Police.

Arrest Trillanes

THE Quezon City metropolitan trial court on Friday ordered the arrest of former senator Antonio Trillanes IV and several others for conspiracy to commit sedition in connection with the “Ang Tutoong Narcolist” viral videos, which implicated President Duterte and some of his family members in the illegal drugs trade.

Lawyers react to INEC’s position on Bayelsa’s Supreme court judgment

"INEC seems to have no choice. It must comply with the decision of the Supreme Court. If APC has issues with it, it should go back...

Bayelsa Supreme Court judgment danger to Nigeria’s democracy - Oshiomhole

The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has hinted that the party may file for the review of the Supreme Court judgment which sacked its candidate, David Lyon, as the governor-elect of Bayelsa state.

Bayelsa: Supreme Court judgment indictment on INEC – Adegboruwa

Kayode Oyero A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun Adegboruwa, said on Friday that the Supreme Court judgment on the November 16 governorship election in Bayelsa State is an indictment on the Indep...

SC completely lifts ban on construction activities in Delhi-NCR

The apex court had on November 4 last year banned all construction and demolition activities in Delhi-NCR. About a month later, on December 9, lifted the ban partially and allowed construction activities between 6 AM and 6 PM, after the Central Pollution Control Board had said that air quality index (AQI) level was not severe at that time.

SC completely lifts ban on construction, demolition activities in Delhi-NCR

On Friday, the matter came up before a bench comprising Justices Arun Mishra and Deepak Gupta

SC lifts ban on construction activities in Delhi- NCR

The ban was imposed in the wake of high levels of pollution .The order was passed while hearing several matters related to pollution in Delhi-NCR

Eastern blockade remains

Members of the Mohawk First Nation say they are to meet Saturday with Federal Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller at a CN rail crossing in Ontario.

Rail blockade comes down

While a blockade at the Pitt River Bridge started to come down Friday morning, West Coast Express service remains cancelled, leaving commuters from the Fraser Valley with a longer trip to work today.

Briton stranded on cruise ship ‘really thankful’ to be going home

John Stanley had been stranded at sea for two weeks on the MS Westerdam.

Briton stranded on cruise ship ‘really thankful’ to be going home

John Stanley had been stranded at sea for two weeks on the MS Westerdam.

For Honor celebrates Year 4 with Honor Games event

Happy Valentine's Day to all the lovers out there. Or, as I prefer to say, happy birthday For Honor. Today marks the game's third anniversary and to celebrate Ubisoft is putting on a party.https:/

5-year-old who rescued family from fire gets honor

KINGSTON, Ga. (AP) — A 5-year-old boy who saved his family from a house fire received special recognition Friday from officials in northwest Georgia. Noah Woods woke up Sunday to...

Microsoft's Surface Book 3 to reportedly include Nvidia Quadro graphics

A new report outlines what we can expect from Microsoft's upcoming spring hardware event, including the Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2. The Book 3 might actually come with Quadro graphics.

Microsoft Flight Simulator Alpha invitations, SDK update, and more rolling out

This week's update brings a bunch of news including the reveal of further Feature Discovery Series episodes, an SDK update, and more. More Insider-exclusive stuff has also been made available.

U.S. and Taliban Agree to Reduce Violence, in First Step To Peace Deal

American negotiators had insisted on a decline in hostilities — though not a complete cease-fire — before signing an agreement with the Taliban.

NATO asks Taliban to show ‘real will’ to reduce violence

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has urged the Taliban to show “real will” to reduce violence in Afghanistan.Speaking in Brussels on Wednesday

Students march in DU against Gargi College molestation incident

Scores of students took out a march in Delhi University's north campus on Friday in solidarity with anti-CAA protesters and the students of Gargi College, who were allegedly molested during a

Court grants bail for all 10 accused in Gargi college incident

On Thursday, the magistrate sent them to Tihar Jail under judicial custody for 14 days

Turkish Court Clears German-Based Novelist of Terror Charges – Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A court in Istanbul on Friday acquitted a German-based Turkish novelist and columnist, Asli Erdogan, of being a member of a terrorist group, media said.

Turkey court acquits exiled novelist of terror charges

ISTANBUL — A Turkish court on Friday acquitted journalist and award-winning novelist Asli Erdogan of terrorism-related charges for writing for a pro-Kurdish newspaper that has since been shut-down.

Syrian chopper downed over rebel area, killing crew

A Syrian military helicopter was shot down over the last major rebel bastion in northwest Syria on Friday, the second such incident in a week of high tensions with Turkey.

Syrian chopper downed in NW Syria, killing crew

A Syrian military helicopter was shot down over the last major rebel bastion in northwest Syria on Friday, killing its entire crew, state media said, in the second such incident this week.

Classmates show love for Faye Swetlik with Valentine’s Day cards

Classmates showed their love for Faye Swetlik by making heartfelt Valentine’s Day cards for her -- this before the tragic announcement that she was found dead not far from where she disappeared.

Classmates show love for Faye Swetlik with Valentine’s Day cards

Classmates showed their love for Faye Swetlik by making heartfelt Valentine’s Day cards for her -- this before the tragic announcement that she was found dead not far from where she disappeared.

U.S. attorney helping review Flynn case is ex-FBI agent

ST. LOUIS (AP) — The U.S. attorney assisting in the Justice Department's review of the criminal case of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn is an ex-FBI agent with a...

U.S. attorney helping review Flynn case is ex-FBI agent

ST. LOUIS — The U.S. attorney assisting in the Justice Department’s review of the criminal case of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn is an ex-FBI agent with a long background in battling white-collar crime. A person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press that Jeff Jensen, the U.S. attorney in St. Louis and …

Fazal-ur-Rehman should be tried under Article 6: PM Imran

Fazal-ur-Rehman should be tried under Article 6: PM Imran Khan.

Fazlur Rehman should be tried under Article 6, says PM Imran

The premier speaks about inflation, wheat shortage and false news in an informal conversation with media.

Servian Wall at McDonald's

Inside this Mcdonald's you can dine on your Big Mac and fries next to a 2,500-year-old Roman wall.

Another $ 3.8 Billion Goes to the Wall between the US and Mexico

The US Department of Defense is transferring another $ 3.8 billion from procurement and other operations to the construction of a wall on the US-Mexican border, official documents sent to the US Congress showed Thursday, AFP reports.

BJP holds meetings to review party's debacle in Delhi Assembly Elections

The BJP's Delhi unit on Friday held a series of meetings to review the party's debacle in the recent Assembly elections, party leaders said.

BJP holds meetings to review party's debacle in Delhi Assembly elections

The meetings were also attended by party candidates, councillors and local leaders

Man charged with trespassing near Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A Florida man was arrested Thursday after officers spotted him hiding near President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, authorities said. Palm Beach Police charged Allen Cox,...

Man charged with trespassing near Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort

PALM BEACH, Fla. — A Florida man was arrested Thursday after officers spotted him hiding near President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, authorities said. Palm Beach Police charged Allen Cox, 38, with violating a previous trespass warning that prohibited him from being near the property, the Palm Beach Post reported. Trump was not in Florida at …

Julius Malema talks 'love and hate' in up-down relationship with Pravin Gordhan

Just because two people divorce, doesn't mean they never loved one another. This is how EFF leader Julius Malema described the party's relationship with Minister Pravin Gordhan.

Malema talks ‘love and hate’ in up-down relationship with Gordhan

Malema said just because they once said Gordhan was correct, didn't mean they should keep quiet when he did wrong, in their minds.

Zelensky, Putin discuss preparations for another Normandy summit

The presidents paid special attention to the release of Ukrainian citizens.

In Phone Call, Zelenskiy And Putin Discuss Next Normandy Summit, Possible Prisoner Exchange

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, have discussed by phone preparations for a new summit in the so-called Normandy format and a possible prisoner swap, Zelenskiy's office said on February 14.

Belarus leader says Russia insists on merging the two states

The president of Belarus said Friday that Russia insisted on merging the two states during last week's talks on further integrating the countries' economies.

Belarus leader says Russia insists on merging the two states

The president of Belarus said Friday that Russia insisted on merging the two states during last week's talks on further integrating the countries' economies. As negotiations on closer ties stalled, Russia halted oil supplies to Belarus and Lukashenko repeatedly accused the Kremlin of pushing

Appeals court strikes down Trump approval of Medicaid work requirements

A federal appeals court on Friday struck down the Trump administration's approval of Medicaid work requirements in Arkansas, the latest legal blow to one of President Trump's signature health

US appeals panel upholds block of Medicaid work requirements

Nearly 20 states are in various stages of trying to implement work requirements.

Washington Extends US Companies’ Cooperation With Huawei for Another 45 Days

Washington formally blacklisted Huawei in May 2019, but the Treasury has since repeatedly prolonged licences allowing US companies to do some business with the Chinese tech giant.

The United States Extended Huawei's Provisional License for another 45 Days

President Trump's government has announced that it is extending Huawei's provisional license for another 45 days (to allow US companies to find alternatives to the Chinese telecommunications giant, which was considered a security threat to the United States, France Press reported. "The 45-day extension is necessary to allow existing telecommunication providers -- particularly those in rural US communities -- the ability to continue to temporarily and securely operate existing networks while they identify alternatives to Huawei for future operation", Department of Commerce wrote in a statement

Gujarat hostel ‘forces’ girls to remove undergarments to check if they are menstruating

The incident took place on February 11 in the Shree Sahajanand Girls Institute (SSGI), run by a trust of the Swaminarayan Temple, in Bhuj.

Gujarat hostel asks girls to prove that they are not menstruating

Students were told to remove their undergarments.

US Senate votes to restrain Trump on Iran

The resolution will head to the Democratic-led House of Representatives, which passed a similar text last month.

Could Iran Take Down This Plane in a War with Trump?

Iran maintains numerous SAM systems imported from the United States and Europe half a century ago, but lacks access to spare parts and new missiles.

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo heads to Africa after long absence

Mike Pompeo is visiting Senegal, Angola, and Ethiopia as the Trump administration tries to counter the growing interest of China, Russia and other global powers in Africa and its booming young population of more than 1.2 billion.

US secretary of state, Pompeo makes first trip to Africa

In his first visit to sub-Saharan Africa, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will seek to lay out a positive vision for US cooperation.

MIT researchers report that widely used voting app could easily be hacked

CHARLESTON, W.Va — An internet voting app that has been used in pilots in West Virginia, Denver, Oregon and Utah has vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to change a person’s vote without

MIT: Hackers could alter ballots in widely used voting app

The researchers said they were forced to reverse engineer an Android version of the app because Voatz hasn’t allowed transparent third-party testing of the system.

Alabama bill would force men to get vasectomy at 50

An Alabama state representative has proposed a bill that would require a man to undergo a vasectomy at age 50 or after he has fathered a specific number of children.

Alabama bill would force men to get vasectomy at 50

An Alabama state representative has proposed a bill that would require a man to undergo a vasectomy at age 50 or after he has fathered a specific number of children.

Aircel-Maxis case: ED and CBI file status reports of inquiry into the Chidambarams

The directorate told a court in Delhi that an active inquiry was being conducted, while the CBI said it had sent a letter rogatory to Malaysia.

Aircel-Maxis cases: ED, CBI file status report of investigation

The Enforcement Directorate and the CBI filed a status report of their investigation into Aircel-Maxis cases before a Delhi court on Friday.

South Sudan’s Kiir says no compromise to end peace deal deadlock

South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Friday dismissed international calls for compromise with his foes to break a deadlock that threatens a ceasefire in their six year war.

South Sudan’s Kiir says no compromise to end peace deal deadlock

KABUL: An air strike in Afghanistan on Friday killed at least eight people — all believed to be civilians, residents said — following US statements that there had been a breakthrough in peace talks. US President Donald Trump said on Thursday there was a “good chance” of reaching an agreement with the Taliban on a reduction of US troops in Afghanistan.

Govt. sees bid to sensationalise CAG report

Chief Secretary says report leaked to media, State Police Chief being unfairly targeted

CPI(M) sees political motive behind CAG report row

‘Selective leak aimed at putting govt. in the dock ahead of local body elections’

Drama as Oluwo of Iwo allegedly beats up Ogbagbaa king during peace meeting

The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdrosheed Akanbi, allegedly beat up the Agbowu of Ogbagbaa, Oba Dhirulahi Akinropo, leading to mild chaos in Osogbo, Osun state. According to Oba Akinropo, the attack occurred in the office of

Police called as boys bring Stanley knife into Shrewsbury primary school

Police were called out to a Shrewsbury primary school after two boys brought a Stanley knife onto the premises.

Tom Winter, congressional candidate, shares mock Tinder profile in fundraising email

A hunky congressional candidate from Montana sent out a fundraising email Friday with a photo of himself shirtless in a mock Tinder profile that lists his interests as “healthcare” and “talking

Patient like the earth

The earth supports every form of life, whether plant, animal or human, and sustains all life, and so it becomes a point of comparison for those who want to speak about the virtues of patience and forb

Man arrested after being found with knuckle duster and taser disguised as torch

A 19-year-old man found in possession of a knuckle duster and a taser which was disguised as a torch has been arrested by police.

People rejecting BJP for its policies: TPCC

It is pushing the nation into economic crises, says TPCC treasurer

Malaysian Advertisers Association conference shelved over Covid-19

KUALA LUMPUR: Council members of the Malaysian Advertisers Association (MAA) have postponed the MAA Marketer Conference 2020, which was scheduled for March 27.

Pipeline protesters need to 'check their privilege,' Conservative leader says

Outgoing Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer said pipeline protesters standing in solidarity with Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs need to "check their privilege" and stand down.

Don’t be Proud, be humble, Senator Owie tells Bayelsa Governor- Elect

FORMER Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Rowland Owie has congratulated the Governor- Elect, Senator  Douye Diri, and the  Deputy Governor

Plateau SUBEB opens bid for 130 projects

The Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) on Friday opened bid for the award of contracts for the execution of 130 projects

Dr M to announce economic stimulus package on Feb 27

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad will announce an economic stimulus package on Feb 27 to mitigate the adverse external economic impacts brought about by the Covid-19 outbreak.

Driver arrested for hit and run in Oman

The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has arrested a vehicle driver.

Dumbarton ballet class for over-55s is tackling isolation and keeping people active

The Silver Swans movement is even popular among royalty with the Duchess of Cornwall taking part.

Plea for filling up posts of dialysis technicians

MADURAIA law student has moved the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court seeking a direction to the State to upgrade and install new dialysis units in all government taluk hospitals. He also sought a

Design A Martian City State And You Could Bag Yourself $10,000

Last month, Elon Musk tweeted about SpaceX’s ambitious goal of landing a million people on Mars by 2050. Whilst more thought probably needs to be given to

Three-time Odisha MLA ‘confesses’ to double murder

Anup Sai accused of killing a woman, minor daughter.

Dropout rate in spotlight as education NGO slams Ramaphosa's youth plan

President Cyril Ramaphosa's plan to tackle youth unemployment lacked critical focus, the Zero Dropout Campaign said.

MTUC takes Kulasegaran to task over remarks against Solomon

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Trade Union Congress (MTUC) has taken Human Resources Minister M. Kulasegaran to task over the latter's remarks against the congress’ secretary-general, J. Solomon.

Mahila Congress stages demonstration

A section of members of the Mahila Congress staged a demonstration here on Friday condemning the steep hike in the price of non-subsidised LPG refills.A few protesters carried the empty LPG cylinder r

Three madrasa students drown in Cauvery

Three students of a madrasa in Mysuru drowned when they went fishing in the Cauvery at Srirangapatna on Friday. They have been identified as Mujassim (17), Tousif (17) and Iftikar (18).The trio slippe

Tourism in Himachal’s Dharamshala dips after coronavirus outbreak

In Goa too — another tourism-dependent state, the fear of the virus has impacted, even though all cases of quarantine have turned negative.

Telangana HC seeks report on State’s steps to tackle COVID-19 outbreak

Chief Secretary asked to file report by Feb. 26

Newspaper review for Friday, February 14: APC, PDP, INEC react to Bayelsa Supreme Court verdict

The Supreme Court on Thursday, February 13, gave another surprise verdict sacking the governor-elect of Bayelsa state, David Lyon. This key issue occupies the front page of all Nigeria's print newspapers published on Friday.

New Tory MP pictured with alleged far-right activists

Investigation called for after Dehenna Davison linked with ‘extremist individuals’

Trump Administration Report Shows 'False' Justification for Soleimani Killing - Lawmaker

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - A Trump administration report to Congress on the US assassination of top Iranian general Qasem Soleimani makes no mention of earlier claims by President Donald Trump that the operation prevented an Iranian attack on US targets, House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Eliot Engel said.

Cybercrime growing at speed of light - Pantami

The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, has said cybercrime is growing at an alarming rate globally.

No handshakes: Viral outbreak spooks Asian places of worship

MANILA, Philippines — In a popular Catholic church in the Philippines, nearly half of the pews were empty for Sunday Mass. The few hundred worshippers who showed up were asked to refrain from shaking others’ hands or holding them during prayers to prevent the spread of the virus that started in China. In Hong Kong, …

No security threat in Uganda – Police

The public is, therefore, asked to go about their activities and businesses normally without any fear.

DNA Testing Confirms First Wolf Pack in Colorado in 70 Years

Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials confirmed the first documentation of a wolf pack in Colorado in more than 70 years.

Narrow escape for Sabarimala pilgrims

Pampa-bound KSRTC bus catches fire near Chalakkayam

Travellers 'targeting sites close to Birmingham's QE Hospital'

Travellers are targeting sites near the Queen Elizabeth Hospital for easy access to healthcare, a councillor has claimed.

Danish court approves Misāne's continued custody

A Copenhagen court on February 14 ruled that Latvian citizen Kristīne Misāne should remain in custody pending an extradition request in place from South Africa, where she will face charges of kidnapping, document forgery and other charges.

NEITI: Recurrent expenditure of 21 states higher than their FAAC allocations

A new report published by NEITI has shown that the recurrent expenditure of 21 states is higher than their FAAC disbursements

NCP chief Sharad Pawar faults Uddav Thackeray over transfer of Bhima-Koregaon case

The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar on Friday in his first criticism of Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray after the alliance government formed in Maharashtra in November last year, said that the CM has made a wrong decission by letting the NIA take over the probe into the Elgar Parishad case.

Man, 34, 'battered child for supporting Donald Trump a voting station'

Patrick Bradley allegedly slapped the teen, who was wearing a 'Make America Great Again' hat while he volunteered with other Trump supporters. 

N50.2bn Calabar-Odukpani-Itu Road dualisation ‘ll boost Economy – Presidency

SENIOR Special Assistant to the President on Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Ita Enang has said that the award of outstanding portion of dua

OKC Civic Life Journal: 'Citizens' sparks a debate

Catching up on Oklahoma City news.

Mum spared jail for calling trans woman 'pig in a wig' on Twitter

'It’s calculated to violate my dignity as a woman. It’s just harassment.'

Deji of Akure palace: Things to know about one of the significant places in Yorubaland

Nigeria is filled with many untapped tourist centres. Deji of Akure palace which is 869 years old is one of them. It is a place of great cultural and historical significance.

Ouseburn shipping container village, likened to Stack and By The River Brew, finally set to go ahead

The VESSL development will include studios for creative businesses in Ouseburn, plus cafes and a roof terrace, if it is approved by city councillors

Delhi cab driver held for making obscene gestures to woman advocate

The lawyer had boarded the cab from Gurgaon for Delhi High Court

PAL, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia resume flights to Taiwan after gov't lifts travel ban

(UPDATED) Check the list of flights here

Mel Tucker Reportedly Makes Decision On Mark Dantonio’s Coaching Staff

New Michigan State head coach Mel Tucker has reportedly made a decision on Mark Dantonio's former assistant coaches.

Preparations on for 22km Trump-Modi roadshow in Ahmedabad

Donald Trump and PM Narendra Modi would also address a gathering at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium in Motera.The seating capacity of the sprawling stadium is 1.10 lakh and over a lakh people are likely to be present at the gathering

Pasig City partners with ARTA for first-ever LGU anti-red tape unit

The Pasig City government was the first local government unit (LGU) to forge a partnership with the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) for the creation of a specialized unit against bureaucratic red tape.

Did Trump Tell Barr to Cut Stone Slack? Who Cares?

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Direct flights to Turkish occupied Cyprus possible after a resolution of Cyprus issue

Greek City Times Article

Ho Ching: “Now is not the time to relax yet!” referring to slower spread of Covid19

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Jamaicans deported by Home Office go into hiding fearing for lives

Number of people who were on Tuesday’s flight from UK concerned about gang violence

Famous celebrity actor 'A' under investigation for illegal propofol use

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Roads high on BBMP’s wish list for State budget

The priority is repairing roads that had been dug up for laying water and sewage pipelines

Syrian Army, protesters come face-to-face with US military in northeastern Syria: video

BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:30 P.M.) – For the second time in the last 48 hours, protesters gathered at a road in northeastern Syria to block a U.S. military convoy from passing. READ ALSO: US Forces Block Another Russian Convoy in Northeastern Syria In a video this afternoon, a Syrian officer can be seen speaking to a U.S. military translator and refusing the American troops access to the roadway. Today another US patrol tried to cross an SAA checkpoint but was stopped & turned around. US commander tells the Syrian officer "we are here to bring peace just like the Russians" , Syrian officer replied " Wherever US goes it brings death& destruction, u are not welcomed here" pic.twitter.com/l8axOtZw8X — Ali (@CoolHuh_) February 14, 2020 This latest confrontation comes 24 hours after the residents of Khirbat Amo confronted a U.S. military patrol near their town in the southern countryside of Al-Qamishli.

Rover is currently in the care of the Dog Trust and needs a new home

Rover is just one year old and his carers say he is a very sweet and affectionate boy who loves making new friends with everyone he meets.

Irish charity warns of 'devastating' food crisis in Ethiopia due to locust

The Irish humanitarian aid agency Goal has warned Ethiopia could be hit with a "devastating" food...

Irish News editor Noel Doran voted 'best regional editor of the 21st century' in online poll

IRISH News editor Noel Doran has been named best regional editor of the 21st century in an online poll.

Iranians feel strain of turmoil and sanctions

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Iowa Woman Who Struck Black Boy, Latina Teen with Her Car in the Same Day Ruled Incompetent to Stand Trial

An Iowa woman facing hate crime charges for intentionally running over a Black child, as well as a teen girl she thought was Mexican is incompetent to

Sanders holds lead heading into Nevada’s Democratic caucuses, poll finds

The Vermont senator leads the field by a solid margin among likely Democratic caucusgoers going into the four-day early voting period, a Review-Journal poll shows.

Ihedioha: Imo elders hail CJN's, S'Court's courage to review judgement

Following the decision by the Supreme Court to review its judgement that sacked Emeka Ihedioha as the governor of Imo State, elder statesmen...

ICYMI: How corper’s petition led to recovery of N320m election fund – EFCC

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Family recovered from coronavirus returns home in Beijing

BEIJING (Reuters) - After being treated for coronavirus in a Beijing hospital for over two weeks, three members of the Liu family have recovered and were allowed to return home on Friday, a family member said.

Florida student with weapon detained during code red alert

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. (AP) — A student with a weapon was taken into custody at a central Florida high school campus Friday morning following a...

Sir Geoffrey Boycott's wife brands his alleged domestic violence victim 'bunny boiler'

She claims her husband was 'framed'

Headteachers raise concerns before rollout of lower Secondary curriculum

Kampala, Uganda  | THE INDEPENDENT | As the National Curriculum Development Centre – NCDC moves to roll out the new lower secondary curriculum on February 17th, 2020, headteachers are raising several issues which they think should be addressed urgently. Their ignorance of the new curriculum could easily be seen on Thursday during a meeting with NCDC …

Hazmat suits spotted at hospital but no need to panic

The Royal Liverpool hospital issued a full statement

Gov’t asks court to dismiss suit against junk food